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Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure
Enjoyable tour
Activity Date: 2021/06/14 | Posted on: 2021/06/18

Great tour. Worst part is this 50 character requirement to write a review.

Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Couples
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great trip
Activity Date: 2021/05/12 | Posted on: 2021/06/08

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

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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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
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Fantastic way to spend a half day in Kauai
Activity Date: 2021/05/13 | Posted on: 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.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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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
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Wailua River Kayak Rental with Optional Self-Guided Secret Falls Hike
Great Time!
Activity Date: 2021/05/11 | Posted on: 2021/05/13

So much fun even if you aren’t a physical person. Was super safe and the tour guide was awesome!! Would definitely do it again.

Packages: Tandem Double Kayak Rental - Self-Guided Tour of Wailua River & Secret Falls
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Ariel,

Thanks for cheery review. We are there for folks like yourselves who went on our tour and those who want to rent and strike out on your own.

What is nice, when you are about to get tired of paddling...we land and hike to the Falls.

Thanks for sharing and giving us a nice review.

Micco
Head Guide

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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Kauai Kayak - the best
Activity Date: 2021/03/03 | Posted on: 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.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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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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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
A knowledge guide with a great sense of humor made it such a great experience!
Activity Date: 2020/12/01 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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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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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great knowledgable guided tour... amazing hike!
Activity Date: 2020/11/16 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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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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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great Adventure!
Activity Date: 2020/02/18 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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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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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Amazing time!
Activity Date: 2020/03/11 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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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
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Everyone enjoyed the tour!
Activity Date: 2020/01/11 | Posted on: 2020/03/09

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

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Friends
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Such an awesome experience!
Activity Date: 2020/01/11 | Posted on: 2020/03/09

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

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Friends
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Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure
Amazing Expierence!!!!
Activity Date: 2020/02/20 | Posted on: 2020/02/22

This hike was wonderful! The waterfalls were so great! It was amazing to walk through all the different vegetation and see the gorgeous flowers and water falls. We had 2 guides that knew so much about the area and were very fun to hike with! We had a couple of asthmatics that did the hike as well so it is a great hike for everyone!

Packages: Buy One, Get One FREE! Waterfall Swim & Hike
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great time.
Activity Date: 2020/02/10 | Posted on: 2020/02/14
Dan

Great time. Good solid adventure and not too much exertion for relatively fit mid-40s husband and wife. Water was cold in February but probably feels nice in summer. Josh was a great guide- lots of interesting history and knowledge along the way. Be sure to hike in the puddles, as odd as that sounds. It has the best footing and you are going to get muddy and wet anyway.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Dan,

Glad you enjoyed your Wailua River Secret/Sacred Falls tour with your guide Josh. Thanks for your wise council on the trail. I think more folks have gotten injured trying to avoid puddles instead of just plowing through them and resigning themselves to wet shoes and mud.

Your guide, as all our excellent guides at Kayak Kaua'i, bring a real love to what they do and there to keep you informed, entertained and safe.

Stay paddling and hiking. Until our paths cross.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Another adventure on Kauai
Activity Date: 2020/01/05 | Posted on: 2020/01/25

ATV experience was a first for me ,I was surprised at how comfortable I was. I thought it would be too bumpy but happy it wasn't. We had a rainy time in Kauai so we dressed for a muddy ride. So much fun was had by all. Lunch was also very good. I would suggest wearing a long sleeve shirt and the scarf or bandana around the face. Such a pretty and very informative ride the tour was very interesting. Thanks for the adventure.
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Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great family experience!
Activity Date: 2020/01/01 | Posted on: 2020/01/04

This was a great experience for my wife, our 16-year old daughter and me! And our guide, Tyler, was extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the various interesting things we experienced along the river and the trail leading up to the waterfall. We highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Kauai!

Yes, the trail is muddy, but you just have to, in Tyler's words, "Embrace the mud" and not worry about it and your experience will be much enhanced. And the falls at the end were magnificent -- my daughter and I swam up to the base of them and the winds had spray had to be hurricane-force.

My only advice is to book the early-morning tours, before the crowds begin showing up. That way, you will have the trail (and the falls) mostly to yourself, and the mud won't be as bad.

This was a great experience and is highly recommended. Thanks Tyler!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Mike,

Nice review and correct, if you come with the mind set that it will be muddy, you will have better time.

We are blessed to have Tyler working with us.

Morning tours are definitely nice, but ending the day on the river is not too shabby either.

Thanks for sharing and thanks for making it possible and for your kind words.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Excellent vacation excursion!
Activity Date: 2020/01/01 | Posted on: 2020/01/04
JLR

This was the most exciting family vacation excursion we have taken. Such a great adventure with great staff. Can’t wait to go again!

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Families
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Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure
Had a blast
Activity Date: 2019/12/26 | Posted on: 2019/12/29

Vulker our guide was so nice. We were in a smaller group and were able to walk behind the waterfall for a truly unique experience. I highly recommend.

Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Couples
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Muddin’ in the Rainforrest
Activity Date: 2019/12/22 | Posted on: 2019/12/25
MML

Great trip! Perfect conditions for this trip. Scenery was jaw dropping and guides were friendly, knowledgeable, competent and funny as heck! Highly recommend for enjoyable family excursion. Definitely bring your bug spray as the mosquitoes love tourists!

Packages: Ride with a Guide (ATV)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Wailua River Kayak, Rainforest Hike & Waterfall Swim Adventure with Lunch
Amazing
Activity Date: 2019/12/19 | Posted on: 2019/12/22

The whole experience was fantastic! Adam, our guide, was super friendly and great to talk to. He was very knowledgeable.

For those planning this, the kayak trip was a little work so be prepared for that. My husband and I thought we were in great shape but we struggled a bit. It’s 2.5 miles of fast, no break, paddling. The hike was super fun. Again, be prepared to work a little. You will hike in ankle deep mud in places. It’s slippery so the walking stick (supplied) was a big help. We saw a
lot of people struggle.

The waterfall was breathtaking. Eating lunch there was surreal. Definitely worth doing!

Packages: Wailua Waterfall Kayak
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great experience
Activity Date: 2019/10/07 | Posted on: 2019/12/03

Beautiful all tge way to the waterfall. Tour Guide was very knowledgeable about the plant life.wear water shoes !! Or shoes ur willing to throw away. Worth every penny.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha David,
Thanks for you 5 star review.
Glad you enjoyed the tour and thanks for making folks aware that some sort of shoes, like water/aqua shoes are a good idea.
Happy Holidays....and thanks for takin the time to share and letting our guides are doing a good job and keeping you informed.
A hui hou,

Micco
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
My favorite adventure in Kauai
Activity Date: 2019/11/05 | Posted on: 2019/11/08

I’m not the most in shape person so at first I was nervous about this adventure. I chose a ride with a guide with my husband and it was a great decision. Our guide was incredible and I felt totally comfortable and was able to enjoy everything. I’m so happy I did this adventure and it was a ton of fun, great scenery and a good pace. I highly recommend!

Packages: Ride with a Guide (ATV)
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Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure
Amazing!
Activity Date: 2019/08/21 | Posted on: 2019/08/26

We loved this tour! The guides were awesome and very helpful! I was really nervous, but they put me at ease and were very encouraging. The scenery was beautiful throughout the kayaking and the hiking. I would highly recommend this tour!! One of the favorite things we did in Kauai!

Packages: Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great adventure for all ages!
Activity Date: 2019/07/31 | Posted on: 2019/08/26

Dustin did a great job interacting with all of us and we were a very diverse group (age, gender and skill level)!

He was very knowledgeable of Hawaiian culture. We also learned a lot about the plants and animals of the area. Beware of the wild boar. ;-)

The hike was muddy but not too difficult. The waterfall was spectacular and much colder than expected.

Would definitely do this again! The morning is cooler and may be drier than the afternoon.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
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Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure
Good time!
Activity Date: 2019/08/03 | Posted on: 2019/08/11

This was a fun and interesting experience. Our guide Presley was knowledgeable and kept the adventure running smoothly. The kayak ride and hike takes you through beautiful Kauai country. The lunch was good too. Don’t forget the bug spray!!

Packages: Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
So much fun!!!
Activity Date: 2018/10/07 | Posted on: 2019/08/04

Great tour, beautiful scenery. Our guide was amazing. Tree swing was a highlight with the group...a must do on the island

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Sacred falls adventure
Activity Date: 2019/07/25 | Posted on: 2019/07/28
Amy

Easy kayaking. The hike is easy but take your time not to fall. Our guide was helpful at crossing all more challenging obatacles. Beautiful falls and swimming area. Nice lunch.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Amy,

Yes...wise council...go slow. Half the fun is getting there!

Thanks for sharing and glad we were able to share the day with you.

Keep chasing waterfalls.

A hui hou,

Micco
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Review of kayak and hike
Activity Date: 2019/07/16 | Posted on: 2019/07/26

Overall I had fun. The trip is basically kayak for 2 miles, hike for 1 mile, visit a 100' water fall, and then hike back for 1 mile and then kayak for 2 miles. Since I like physical activity, this trip worked well for me.

Kayaking requires some physical work, and since there are 2 people per kayak, at last one should be in good physical shape.

Hiking was through lots of mud. You will cross streams, ankle deep mud, and will get dirty. Best to wear sandals since sneakers will be ruined. My youngest son loved this part (getting dirty is always fun).

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
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Aloha John,

Thanks for taking the time and for your nice and constructive review on what to expect and what to bring.

If you don't like to paddle and hike this could be wrong tour for some.

Keep active...and thanks again.

A hui hou,

Micco
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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Tons of fun
Activity Date: 2018/09/28 | Posted on: 2019/07/08

Very safe, fun day for the family. You will get dirty and muddy tho so wear dark clothes or ones that you don’t care about. Lunch was yummy and the guides were top notch. I would definitely do this again.

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
BEST DAY EVER!
Activity Date: 2019/06/19 | Posted on: 2019/06/22

A beautiful, unique, and memorable experience. The guide was friendly and helpful, everyone was able to paddle up the river at their own pace, the river is lined with greenery, but the real treats were the hike along a gorgeous trail with amazing foliage and, of course, the waterfall. Swimming in the pool at the base of the waterfall and looking up at the water pouring over the cliff is an experience like no other. I went with my teenage daughter on a beautiful sunny day. There were no significant recent rains, so the trail was not muddy or slippery and the hike wasn't strenuous at all. I highly recommend this tour!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
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Aloha Renee,

Glad you enjoyed our Wailua River paddle and hike to the Sacred Falls with your daughter.

Yes it’s pretty classic and you gave a really nice review. Thanks for taking the time and until our trails cross.

Stay paddling and hiking.

Aloha,

Micco

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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition
Awesome ride & breathtaking waterfall!
Activity Date: 2019/05/28 | Posted on: 2019/05/31

My husband and I had an awesome time with our guides Joshua and Lumbo. They took us on a fun, wild-ride ATV adventure and told us some cool history about the Kipu Ranch, including details about Hollywood movies filmed there. One stop along the route included an opportunity to swing from a rope swing from the same tree (same tree, new rope) Harrison Ford used as Indiana Jones in the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark!

Another stop included a delicious lunch of sandwiches, fruit, chips, cookies, and water. I was impressed with the tablecloths and individually wrapped moist towels (actual towels) handed out to clean off all the dirt on our hands and face from our ride. It was also really interesting to chat with the guides about their lives on the island and pick their brains about Kipu Ranch trivia. Joshua just had his third child last week, and Lumbo has 6 kids!

Our final stop was at a picturesque waterfall where we were all able to swim to the waterfall!

Tips: Wear closed toed shoes you don’t mind swimming in because you must wear shoes in the water. Wear a swimsuit under your clothes if you want to swim at the waterfall or swing on the rope swing into the water. Bring a towel unless you don’t mind air drying. Also, your clothes will definitely get dirty! Keep a change of clothes in the car unless you don’t mind the dirt in your car. In case you’re wondering, the water is definitely cold.

A nice bonus is that the company gives you complementary bandannas to wear over your nose and mouth to keep the dirt out. The bandanna serves as a cool souvenir afterwards! Also, one of our guides, Joshua, was especially gifted at taking cell phone pictures. If you luck out with him as your guide, let him take your pictures!

Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
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Swimming beneath a waterfall is a must-do Kauai experience. One of the top spots is Secret Falls, accessible by kayak and a short hike along the scenic Wailua River. Guided tours combine paddling, hiking, and time to swim in refreshing jungle pools. Ideal for families and adventure seekers, these waterfall excursions are a fun and safe way to explore Kauai’s natural beauty and make unforgettable vacation memories.