We had a wonderful hike with Chris. Chris was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where the trail was. The hike would have definitely taken us AT LEAST 2x as long without his guidance. He taught us about the weather/water conditions and about the plants we encounter on our hike. He even helped us find some amazing guavas on the way back and opened up a fresh coconut for us when we finished. The hike we picked was challenging and so much fun! The felt-bottom shoes (provided by Chris) made a huge difference; regular hiking boots or keens sandals would have taken us much longer to get through the mud without slipping and wouldn't really workout for the creek crossings. read more

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We just finished an 8 hour private tour with Jeremiah. It was AMAZING. Our party consisted of 8 adults, ranging in age from 28 to 61. He picked us up at our hotel in a comfortable van and off we went towards the Napoli Coast, and into Weilea Canyon. Jeremiah's knowledge of all things Kauai really made the trip. But what sets him apart from other tours we have taken was his knowledge of weather conditions and how they would effect our visit. Kauai in December has very unpredictable weather patterns. Once Jeremiah realized our original plan would be shrouded in fog, he quickly suggested two alternatives and away we went. The hike he took us on was breathtaking. No other folks around. His patience with my slow pace never ended. He made the 3 hour hike pass quickly as he showed is his deep knowledge of the native plants, history of the area and suggested best ways to tackle the rugged terrain. He even knew enough to have us pre-order our yummy lunch at the Koke Lodge so we would not have a long wait after our hike. I highly recommend this comapny. read more

Spoke with Andrew after my husband found this company with all five stars. WOW! We went out with Jeffrey and had an incredible day. The views were absolutely stunning. His vast knowledge of the island was impressive to say the least. He also recommended some additional hikes to do on our own as well as some fabulous restaurants. We loved that Jeffrey gave us the option of what we wanted to do and how many hikes we wanted to take. My husband and I would highly recommend Jeffrey! He is an incredible guide and a truly wonderful and kind human. Thanks so much for an unforgettable day!!!! read more

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My husband and I plan a lot of our travel around hiking - not super technical but challenging and we've learned it often pays to secure the services of a reputable local guide and we've hiked Kauai before and learned once you are off the NaPali coast trail the thick undergrowth and slippery clay inclines with very sudden and steep drop-offs - it is challenging. Scott was very accommodating in finding a trail that met our desires (not to far from where we were staying - but still challenging with some nice views and scenery along the way) - and communicated when's and where's great. He met us as directed on-time and was warm and possesses a great energy. Scott clearly has made an effort to know Kauai - and shared great information about the land, history and especially the amazing plantlife that surrounds you. He also let us feast on the strawberry guava that were in season along the trail. One comment we did share with Scott was that it would have been a more enjoyable hike has we known to bring (or at least been warned) long pants or some sort of leg protection (longer socks) as for a long section of the hike the dry fern underbrush was very unpleasant though completely manageable and he did help one of us come up with a creative and effective solution when it did get to be a bit too much. I suspect for the local market, Scott and his team are "Excellent" - though not quite as polished in overall client prep as some other places we've been. But we'd absolutely recommend him to our friends. read more

Andrew was our guide. Very professional and knows his stuff. Highly recommend contacting this company if you are ever looking to do a hike other than the basic day to day tourist 1 mile trails. read more

Unbelievable day with Andrew as our guide. My fiancé and I enjoyed every minute of our hike! Andrew was very knowledgeable and extremely easy to talk to along the way. By the end of our day, he felt like a friend! We hiked to some great areas that weren't over-crowded and got some amazing pictures. I was thoroughly impressed from start to finish and would happily recommend Kauai Hiking Adventures to anyone! read more

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I'm back in Boston, after an unbelievable trip- thanks to this company. Usually I hike alone in The Whites, but wasn't going to risk it in an area where I was unfamiliar- plus, I'd probably miss the good stuff coupled with an injury. So I hired Andrew & Makana for 2 different days, and what glorious experiences they were. I got canyon tops, jungle valleys, waterfalls- and what appeared to be a deserted beach as there were only 3 of us for as far as they eye could see. Imagine that- a private beach in Kauai? Possibly what is the most important to me, is to have these experiences with good people. Knowledgeable, wholesome, down-to-Earth, kind, sensible, great humor... I could go on. I've been back for almost 2 days, and cannot stop talking about these soul touching personalities. Don't pass this up- they made my trip. read more

Andrew definitely enriched our time on Kauai and we highly recommend booking with him! My wife and I were looking for a guide to take us around Waimea Canyon and luckily found him as a guide! He's extremely responsive and communicative and very professional. Easy going and extremely knowledgeable! He drove us around the park and showed us a few incredible vista points but then took us on a back country tour of the canyon leading us to the upper point of the falls. He asked us what we wanted to see and tailored the day around it. We barely saw any other tourists. All the while he was telling us about the flora and fauna and filling us in about Kauai/Hawaiian history. We stopped at local coffee spot, and he capped off the tour with a fresh coconut for us to share. Great guy, great tour! We were definitely off the beaten path and we view this as one of the highlights of our trip! read more

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Chris was a great guide for my 3 day hiking trip. He was very professional and alot of fun. It was the most amazing trip I've been on.

Andrew took us out to the Wailua Headwaters ("Blue Hole") at the base of Mount Waialele and we had the most unforgettable and incredible day! He was extremely knowledgeable not only about the route but also about the local flora and fauna. He brought along tabis, fresh squeezed orange juice from his garden, and drove us out to the trailhead with a much needed 4x4. Couldn't recommend this guided tour enough! Happy adventuring! read more

Elisha from Kauai Hiking Adventures guided us on an fun-filled day to the North side of Kauai. He was a last-minute stand-in as our original scheduled guide was called away for another group. We visited Hanalei town, went to Hanalei beach for kayaking and SUP, Tunnels beach for snorkeling. We saw a huge cave near Tunnels beach and then went to Queens Bath, a huge tide pool where we dove off the lava rocks into the water. Not quite 5 stars though - our snorkeling experience was not the best - equipment malfunction, murky water - and a mishap with a sea urchin - however Elisha did his best on short notice to accommodate us and that was much appreciated! read more

Let me be perfectly honest with you: because the views here in Kauai are so breathtaking and stunning, regardless of the hiking company you choose, you'll likely end the day or multiple days of your adventure feeling happy and have epic photos and videos of the views to share with friends and family. But if you book with a company other than Kauai Hiking Adventures, you will miss a truly spectacular, life-affirming experience. You will miss the opportunity to have an adventure custom-tailored to your fitness level and to what you really want to see and experience. You will miss the opportunity to hike with a guide who seems like one of your closest chums--but one who doesn't complain that they have to go to the bathroom, are hungry, are tired, or want to start up again when you're still taking in the awe-inspiring view. You will miss the opportunity to not merely drink in the beauty of Kauai, but also to learn about the vegetation and living creatures that inhabit the island. You will miss the chance to push your body past fatigue and your muscles past what you imagine them capable of with a guide who is 100% in it with you from start to finish. If you've flown all the way here or even if you're a local wanting to do some exploring, you deserve the best. And that is, without question, Kauai Hiking Adventures. read more

Great time on the morning kayaking trip. New to kayaking and guide totally made me feel comfortable and safe. Definitely recommend and will try some of their other trips read more

Andrew was an amazing guide who took my wife and I on some absolutely incredible hikes. He was super knowledgeable, personable, and an overall great guy. We also made some stops at some cool local coffee and food places between hikes, which we really enjoyed. Save yourself some time and just book your next hiking trip with Kauai Hiking Adventures. You won't be disappointed. read more

Hiring Scott as a guide turned out to be a great idea. At first I wasn't that eager --- I'd been around the islands a bit, and done my share of hiking and just didn't think it was going to be worth it. But it was and I recommend his service. He made it safer, more fun, and a learning experience. read more

Frank & I hiked twice with Dave @ Kauai Hiking Adventures; first day along Kalepa ridge and the second day we hiked Mt Wal'ale'ale to the blue hole. Dave was organized and well versed about the island and the various options for hiking and he customized the experiences to meet our wishes. The hikes were awesome and we definitely got into nature. I would recommend this company if you're looking to hike in Kauai, they can pair you with the right level of hiking to ensure you're experience is the best. Our guide Dave was a delight and we will certainly look for him again the next time we're on the island. and Dave, if you're listening... Frank can't stop eating Chocolate w/ quinoa :) - Aloha read more

We did our hike with David and chose the canyon route. The views were amazing but it didn't stop there. We couldn't be happier with our choice of companies, our hike and our guide! David is not only an excellent trail guide, he's an amazing resource for information on the island and a kind-hearted, fun to be around, friendly and outgoing person. We loved our trip and will be saving to come back and do the North Shore Fun Day for next time unless we can fit in more hikes with our new favorite Kauai-an! This trip created fantastic, lifelong memories and we're so appreciative for the personalized service we got booking with Kauai Hiking Adventures! Great choice for an amazing experience. read more

My husband and I were interested in taking a hike while on our honeymoon in Kauai. We're both in good shape, but we're not serious hikers, and this was the perfect experience for us. David took us on a half day hike to Ho'opi'i Falls near Kapa'a, and it was one of the best experiences we had on the island! The two falls we hiked to were both beautiful, and David made us feel completely at ease, so much so that we didn't hesitate to jump right in the first fall! David was extremely knowledgeable and told us lots of interesting stories about the plants, animals, and the island. The hike was just challenging enough without being too much. When we go back to Kauai we will definitely book with Kauai Hiking Adventures again! read more

What a perfect hiking experience for some novice hikers from a big city! My husband and I recently visited Kaua'i on our honeymoon. We knew while there, we wanted to get out and see some of the beautiful waterfalls this island has to offer. After some research online, I stumbled across Kaua'i Hiking Adventures' website. And thank goodness I did... They offer personalized and private hiking adventures at a reasonable price. I coordinated with the company's owner, David, only a few days before our hike was to take place. I told him we wanted to see some remote waterfalls where we could maybe do some swimming and (small) cliff jumping if possible. I also explained to him that although we are in pretty good shape, we are by no means avid hikers and did not want to do anything crazy challenging. David said he knew just where to take us, and that our guide would be Jennifer. Jennifer was awesome! We met here at the Kapaa Public Library at 8:00am the morning of. We hopped in her ride and took a quick five minute drive in to a secluded residential/wooded area. From there she took us on what I'd call a "semi-trail" where we hiked for about 45 minutes in to stunning woods to one of the most beautiful waterfalls I had ever seen - Ho'opi'i Falls. There was actually a second waterfall nearby that was only another 15/20 minute hike from there. The second waterfall was more conducive for an easy swim, and allowed us to get up near the falls easily...this spot also had a rope swing! It would be a great spot for those with kids. After some swimming and fun there, we headed back to Ho'opi'i Falls so that my husband and Jennifer could jump off its small cliffs (maybe 20 feet) in to the deep clear waters below. SO cool!! Jennifer, sensing my husband's apprehension, was thoughtful enough to climb down in to the water before hand to test the depth of the water and to ensure it was a safe place for my 6'5" husband to jump. How awesome is that?! She obviously had our safety and comfort at the forefront of her mind the whole time. It was just a priceless experience, and one we'll never forget. Overall, our experience with Kaua'i Hiking Adventures was absolutely fantastic! We would highly recommend them to anyone - whether a beginner or a pro at hiking. They have a ton of knowledge of the island, and will be sure to take you on an adventure that fits your skill set and desires. Hit them up! Be sure to ask for Jennifer as your guide!!! read more

Scott is awesome! I thoroughly enjoyed hiking with him on 2 different occasions during my stay on Kauai. He is hip and I felt a really genuine love of nature from him, as well as a true concern for your well being and enjoyment. His daughter is amazing too. So happy to see someone doing what they love. Keep up the good work Scott. Mahalo! read more

Dave took 4 of us to several spots and then hiked out Kalepa Ridge to a point to view the Napoli Coast, it was a most excellent experience.

Amazing!!! I had a unique request for Kauai Hiking Adventures. I decided to propose to my girlfriend while hiking Hanakapi'ai Falls. I wanted it to be something unique and different, so I reached out to Andrew and he was totally on board with my request. I decided to print out 12 large photos (20x30 inches) and have Andrew go up the trail and ahead of us and hang them on trees during the last mile. I mailed them a week before I arrived. Knowing there wouldn't be service on the trail, Andrew and I coordinated a few days before. During the last mile, my now finance' - she said yes, thank God ;-), saw the first picture was in view. It was when we first met 4 years prior. In chronological order, Andrew did a great job hanging the remaining photos of our life/adventures together until I proposed under the waterfall. Andrew was already there snapping photos of the magical experience. There is no way I could have pulled this off without the help and professionalism of Andrew and Kauai Hiking Adventures. They really made this one of the most special days for not only me but my soon to be wife!!! My hat goes off to Andrew! read more

Scott from Kauai Hiking Adventures is awesome! My boyfriend and I wanted to hike to the back wall of Mt. Waialeale in July 2011, but knew we'd need an expert guide. Several blogs mentioned Scott as the best guide for this type of challenging hike so we contacted him. He called in response to our e-mail inquiry and he was cool right from the start - he clearly wanted to learn about us, what we were looking to do, etc. so that he could plan the best hike possible. Our hike was set for July 13. As it turned out, Scott was hoping to teach his colleague, Dave, the route to the back wall/headwaters so we were joined by Dave as well. The early morning greeted us with several rainbows, ushering us into an epic, 12-hour day of hiking, exploring and learning. We had a wonderful vacation in Kauai, but this hike was by far the best experience. Scott and Dave had a great mix of laid back attitude and intensity/focus (when warranted in the more technical sections), as well as deep knowledge of the island, route, plants and many other relevant topics. We knew it was a challenging hike, but we quickly felt comfortable with Scott as our guide. They were fun, knowledgeable, friendly and responsive to our needs. It didn't feel like an artificial guided tour; it felt like we had met up with two friends who are very skilled, knowledgeable hikers and outdoorsmen. I strongly and highly recommend Scott, Dave, and Kauai Hiking Adventures. If you're researching hiking companies in Kauai to try to find the best, stop now; you've found it. When we return to Kauai, we will be meeting up with Scott again for another epic adventure. read more