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476 reviews

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Best part of our trip to Kauai!

Reviewed by: J’Neal, 2021/09/24

This tour was by far our favorite part of our entire trip. The kayaking is beautiful and relaxing - easy enough for beginners (like some people in our group) but still very enjoyable for seasoned kayakers like my husband and me. The hike was also a lot of fun. A bit challenging at times - not so much in the way of fitness, but more-so because there are some places where it’s uneven and slippery. But as long as you wear good water shoes and step carefully, it’s a fairly easy hike even for someone that’s out of shape like me. The waterfall and swimming hole are stunning. Totally worth the muddy hike. Something we’ll never forget. And the guides are AMAZING! Our guide was Garrick - he was super knowledgeable, friendly, fun, and funny. He made the entire trip a blast. And at one point we met up with another group and their guide, Ty, was also super knowledgeable and funny - and played the ukulele on the hike back down. It was great! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting Kauai and would definitely do it again.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha J’Neal,


What a nice review with some advice of how to negotiate the often muddy trail. As you shared good water shoes helps allot.


Thanks for taking the time to let us know, well I mean that Garrick, continues to do good if not great job. Glad that you got to meet one of our other guides Tyler as well.

I can honestly say we have a great group of guides who truly love what they do and are their to interpret and share their particular and unique form of aloha.

Thanks for making it possible. You both sound like you might be candidates for our day long Na Pali sea kayak tour.

Stay active.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide


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Attended as: Couples
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Challenging but worth it!

Reviewed by: Mary W, 2021/09/20

As a beginning kayaker, this was an energizing and satisfying ride. Make sure you have sturdy shoes for the hike. Our water ‘shoes’, more like socks, did not work as well as the closed toed more sturdy shoes would have been better and what most people had on. We made it though! That dip in the waterfall was worth the whole trip! J, our guide, was informative, attentive and amusing. Highly recommended.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Mary,

Yep…just the right amount of paddling and hiking. By the time your arms are getting tired…you are out and hiking to the falls.

Thanks for taking time to share and reflect on your tour with your guide Jay.

Sturdy hiking shoes makes it much more enjoyable; thanks for warning others.

Keep active and sharing aloha,

Thanks again for your nice review.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide



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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/09/18
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Best time!

Reviewed by: Louise, 2021/09/10

Best time and loved our guides! Informative, entertaining, and funny! This was my second time doing this excursion and I highly recommend it!!!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2021/09/08
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

We made it!!

Reviewed by: Ke , 2021/08/23

If you've never Kayaked with your spouse. Practice yelling at each other before the tour. Once you figure it out, you'll be glad you did it. Amazing views and swimming in the grotto of the waterfall is an amazing experience!!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Ke, We often say about paddling with your spouse, "Families that paddle together...pray together"> Glad you figure out the paddling stroke and enjoyed this beautiful area that is the Wailua River complex. Keep yelling, paddling and enjoying each other. A hui hou, Micco

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/08/21
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

We had such a good time!!

Reviewed by: Diana H. , 2021/08/15

My husband and I had such a good time on the ATV ride and waterfall swim! It was a great day and the people were so experienced and knowledgable! I would totally recommend doing this!

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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Relaxing River Time

Reviewed by: Kelda & Jody Senyohl, 2021/08/11

Ty was an amazing guide! He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora and very fun to talk with throughout the entire trip! Thank you also Ty for the recommendations for the North Shore! We snorkeled Tunnels and had an amazing sunset too!! Thank you for a terrific day! Mahalo!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Kelda y/o Jody,

Thanks for taking the time to confirm what we already know, i.e. that Tyler is rockin in the field!

You may not know that in the background Tyler running our Wailua River program and scheduling and hiring our other excellent guides while keeping equipment in excellent shape.

Tyler make it all possible.

Thanks for taking the time...and keep hiking, paddling and snorkeling.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/08/09
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Family fun

Reviewed by: Linda, 2021/07/25

Exciting tropical ride, expect to be covered with mud and dirt!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/06/30
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Kayaking Only

Reviewed by: Gina M., 2021/07/07

We went on a 2 hour kayaking trip. Unfortunately, the hike/sacred falls was cancelled due to inclement weather. It was a bummer, but we know it was for our safety. However, it did hurt a little when we were seeing others continuing to go past the fork in the river. We did get a partial refund. After concluding our kayaking trip, our tour guide Tyler did point us to the Nounou trail to hike which was great. So we were able to fill more of our day on this hike with spectacular views!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Gina,

Safety is no accident!

When in doubt we don't go out or up the North Fork that constricts and is more prone to flooding as consequence.

Having pioneered the tour we have safely been guiding folks to the falls for the last 37 years while other companies have lost clients in flood like conditions.

We love repeat business and believe "safety is no accident".

Glad to hear that Tyler was able to take curve and make it a plus.

Stay well and safe. Thanks for sharing.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/07/05
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

This excursion is a MUST!

Reviewed by: Amy, 2021/07/05

This tubing trip was a great way to have fun and experience the beauty of Kauai! The tour guides were all amazing and taught us a lot about the area. They also recommended other things to do on Kauai and places to eat.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/07/03
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Worth the work!

Reviewed by: Kim H, 2021/06/24

Ty was very patient and informative. We had a great time. The falls are definitely not a secret, got very crowded, I suggest taking the earliest tour possible. I would absolutely do this again!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Kim,

When we pioneered this tour to the Falls we called it the Secret Falls.

Victim of our own success...it quickly became the best known secret. Now we call it the Sacred Falls and inspite its popularity, as you observed and learned, it is still a terrific way to spend the day.

Thanks for sharing and for 5 star review and photo

Stay paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/06/21
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Spectacular tube run!! Had a blast with my New wife!!!

Reviewed by: Dr. B, 2021/06/17

Did this ~15 years ago and was as good as I remember!! Had so much fun!!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/06/12
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Lisa, 2021/06/14

So much fun! Our guides were awesome, especially BJ! Definitely a highlight of our time in Kauai.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/06/03
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

MUST experience!

Reviewed by: Natalie , 2021/06/13

We were so close to missing this tour and am beyond glad we made it. The water was so refreshing, and the mix of calm and exciting flow was perfect. I can’t say enough how much I appreciated out guide Damion. He was patient, welcoming, helpful, offered local tips, and kept the entire adventure fun from start to finish. The lunch was great as well, and in a beautiful spot. Pictures taken throughout and available for purchase. All around a wonderful tour. Highly recommend!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/06/11
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Maui Residents on Kauai Tubing Adventure

Reviewed by: Maui Mondays, 2021/06/08

What a spectacular experience. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. From the folks who checked us in to the drivers to the guides... We live on Maui and this was the highlight of our Kauai trip Big Mahaloz to you. Thank you

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/06/01
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great trip

Reviewed by: Lee T, 2021/06/08

A good variety of activities with kayaking, hiking and the waterfall/swimming.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Lee,

Thanks for the 5 hokus/stars.

Feel our Wailua River Paddle and Hike is a nice combination of upper and lower body.

By the time your arms might be getting tired from paddling you are hitting the trail and working the legs to get to the falls.

Stay active and thanks for taking the time to share.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/05/12
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Fantastic way to spend a half day in Kauai

Reviewed by: Halls, 2021/05/15

Dustin was amazing. He was very patient and helpful in teaching everyone how to kayak. The hike was challenging through streams, rocks and mud but Dustin made sure everyone was safe and knew what to do. It is definitely a tour I would do again. The waterfall was beautiful. We learned a lot about Kauai history and the plants and trees we saw along the way.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Halls,

Thanks for letting us know that Dustin continues to "rock". Isn't it great to traverse a beautiful area like the Wailua River and appreciate its cultural and natural history.

We all fortunate to have Dustin share his knowledge, patience and brand of Aloha,

Thanks again for your kinds words.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/05/13
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun!!!

Reviewed by: Tobi, 2021/05/02

Definitely one of the highlights of our trip!!! Highly recommend!!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/04/11
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Best of Kauai - Local Expert Guided Kauai Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise

Excellent Service

Reviewed by: Sher, 2021/04/11

We had a superb experience with our tour specially with our tour guide Domi who entertained us well. He’s excellent and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend this company and if possible look for Domi!!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/04/09
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Kauai Kayak - the best

Reviewed by: Mary SantaFe, 2021/03/05

I did a mid week kayak trip with Kauai Kayak. Instructor was excellent, gear provided was in good shape, and the lunch was fresh and delicious. The walk portion described as “along the river bank” was challenging as we walked over large river rock and then through streams, boulders, and mud to reach the falls. The company provides an excellent trip and I would easily recommend them to anyone interested in a fun and challenging half day.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Mary, Thanks for taking the time and sharing with others your impressions of our Wailua River Sacred Falls paddle & hike. We try to do a good job and have managed to retain staff through this pandemic. Thanks for making it possible and helping share the salutary and beautiful Kaua'i outdoors. Stay well...and outdoors. A hui hou, Micco

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2021/03/03
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

A knowledge guide with a great sense of humor made it such a great experience!

Reviewed by: Libby V, 2020/12/26

The waterfall is beautiful, the river is stunning in its peaceful beauty. The guide was so knowledgeable, engaging and funny; the food was so tasty! (I need to get the name of the place they got it from;-). Great experience overall, strongly recommend!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Libby, Thanks for taking the time to let us all know we are doing a good job. Makes it all worth it. Shoot us all when/if we ever loose our sense humor. Moral of the story is you can have fun and also be safe. Our caterer is Passions Bakery: https://www.passionbakeries.com/?v=7516fd43adaa

Stay well...and keep laughing and soon we wil be up and about.

A hui hou.

Micco

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2020/12/01
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great knowledgable guided tour... amazing hike!

Reviewed by: Julia , 2020/11/18

We signed up for the kayaking but the hike and the waterfall was the best part of it!!
Our guide Jay was so knowledgeable about the nature, trees, plants and history of Kauai! we learnt so much and even had a taste of Kuala along the way
highly recommend this adventure, the 5 hours passed so fast!
Do it!! all get and skill levels!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Julia, So nice to be outdoors and sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with visitors and locals alike once again. Good to know that Jay has dusted his wares and sharing his knowledge of all things Kaua'i. We are very fortunate to have him out in the field. Thanks again for your kind words and keep enjoying the salutary outdoors. Stay well. Micco/Head Guide

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2020/11/16
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Tons of fun!

Reviewed by: Rkn1, 2020/04/04

We wear a bit Leary of scheduling this excursion- but had heard great things about it- it was a cold overcast morning and we thought that would be miserable but we had a great time! Great tour guides kept us entertained and having fun- felt super safe the entire time and glad we booked it! Nice lunch at the end and fun scenic ride on the way in and back out. We’ll be back with the family for sure.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2020/03/13
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Amazing and Memorable Experience!!

Reviewed by: Julie, 2020/03/21

What a fun and unique experience! We had a great time and our guide made the adventure even more memorable! Would definitely recommend this to everyone wanting to try something new and different!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2020/03/10
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Can't wait to take the rest of my family!

Reviewed by: Bobbi, 2020/03/21

We had such a blast! I was a little worried that it was just going to be a float in water from point A to B. But boy was I wrong! We had the beat guide Jonny! He was so much fun and knowledgeable about the island. Going through the tunnels were more amazing than I thought and never once did we feel claustrophobic. Next time we go we are taking the rest of our kids so they will get to experience this

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2020/02/28
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great Adventure!

Reviewed by: Staci, 2020/03/14

Jay was our guide and he couldn't have been more awesome. He's a local and a bit of a botanist so he was very knowledgeable and truly happy to take us on the tour. The kayak to the hike was fairly easy for two inexperienced kayakers as we were flowing down stream. The hike was fairly easy for non-experienced hikers. We went during the rainy season so it was very muddy, so it was a bit slick in spots, but that's part of what made it fun. The waterfall was astounding. So tall and powerful. Well worth the hike to see it's beauty. The lunch provided was enjoyable. The kayak trip back was a bit of a challenge as you're going upstream, but once you hit a nice flow, it becomes much easier. I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone visiting the island looking for a little adventure!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Staci,

Glad you enjoyed your recent paddle and hike on our Wailua River Sacred/Secret Falls tours.

Jay is a local boy who has proudly been sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with friends, locals and visitors alike; he "walks the talk".

You're description of the tour is great. The more mud...translates for a more forceful waterfall.

Thanks for taking the time to share with us and others your experience.

Keep paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2020/02/18
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Amazing time!

Reviewed by: lk , 2020/03/14

“Doc” was our guide and we had a great time kayaking and hiking to the sacred falls. It’s an all day trip so plan for it and it’s not for people who can’t handle the long bike and kayaking. Prepare to get muddy! Definitely unforgettable!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Ik,

It is nice to have a "Doc" in the crowd when you are hiking to the Sacred/Secret Falls.

We are blessed to have Doc lead our Wailua River paddle and hike tour as he juggles other commitments in life.

Thanks for reminding folks that there will be mud. We are fond of saying, "embrace the mud"! More mud ...the stronger the falls is.

Thanks for you kind words and 5 star review and for making it possible for us all to share the beauty of Kaua'i with others.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2020/03/11
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Everyone enjoyed the tour!

Reviewed by: Karen, 2020/03/09

So fun! very professional and organized! Views galore and lunch was yummy!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2020/01/11
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Such an awesome experience!

Reviewed by: Chanda, 2020/03/09

Guides were great, tour was amazing! Would definitely recommend this activity!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2020/01/11
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun

Reviewed by: Cheryl Koleski, 2020/02/23

Though thought it would be nice if the road to tubing was fixed. Very uncomfortable ride

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2020/02/02
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Awesome tubing experience!

Reviewed by: Craig, 2020/02/22

Wonderful family adventure. Tour guide on the bus was friendly and entertaining, and the guides were knowledgeable and courteous (they took great care of our five- and eight-year-old children in the tubes on the water so they felt safe and comfortable while my wife and older children could enjoy the adventure). Highly recommended. Kudos to the operators of this business.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2020/02/13
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