The verdict
Our pick
Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike with Pickup★ 4.85 (1,293) · 6h
Best price
Kauai Wailua River & Fern Grotto cruise: 3.5 hours from the pier★ 4.10 (59) · 3h 30m
Top rated
Secret Falls Kauai: 4-Mile Kayak & Waterfall Swim★ 4.83 (846) · 5h–6h
Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Boat & Fern GrottoYou board a boat down the Wailua River to Fern Grotto, where the Hawaiian Wedding Song echoes off the cave walls. You see Waimea Canyon's red cliffs from multiple viewpoints, walk to Opaekaa Falls, taste coffee at the largest US farm, and watch waves explode through lava at Spouting Horn. Lunch in Old Koloa Town is on your own. Hotel pickup and the boat ride are included; the driver handles the narration and route.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Kauai's main landmarks—canyon, river, waterfall, coffee farm, and blowhole—without renting a car or planning the route yourself. Expect a full day out with multiple stops and a boat ride; that's what lets you cover this much ground and still have time to absorb each place.
Day trip Oahu to Kauai: Waimea Canyon & Wailua River boatThis all-inclusive day trip from Oahu to Kauai combines roundtrip interisland airfare, ground transport, a guided sightseeing tour, and lunch into one package, so you arrive and the day unfolds without planning. You'll cruise the Wailua River by open-air boat to Fern Grotto, see Opaekaa Falls and Spouting Horn, tour Waimea Canyon (nicknamed the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), and visit Kauai Coffee Estate. The 14-hour experience includes an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you want airfare, airport transfers, and a guided land tour bundled together—choose a self-guided rental if you'd rather explore Kauai independently after arriving.
Wailua River Boat Tour — what to know before booking
This guide compares 5 bookable options for Wailua River Boat Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 109. The average rating is 4.5 out of 5, based on 2,856 traveler reviews.
5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Wailua River Boat Tour cost?
Prices start at US$ 109. There are 5 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike with Pickup is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,293 reviews.
