This was our first experience with Koloa Zipline. We had a fantastic time. Malachi and Jules…read morewere, first, very professional and very safety conscious which is of paramount importance. They were also fun to be around, very considerate and understanding of everyone's needs and occasional trepidations, and efficient in getting us hooked up and moving along. I strongly recommend Koloa Zipline.

Staff was great. So much fun. Highly recommend this experience, even if you are afraid of heights.read more

Jay and Fin did an excellent job guiding us along the Na Pali coast 06/11. Jay had a seemingly…read moreinfinite amount of information about Kauai and Hawaii and I learned so much in a short time. Fin kept us safe, on pace, and fed. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.

Did the Na Pali: Haena to Polihale, and it was so worth it! A lot of exertion and some thrill, but…read moregorgeous payoffs. J was our guide, and he was super knowledgeable about Hawaii, kayaking, everything. He was also extremely kind. The team brought a delicious lunch for us that we ate half way, and they had the van waiting for us when we finished. Time management on a 12-hr excursion with lots of contingencies was incredible. I felt well taken care of throughout, but also like I was having the adventure of a lifetime.

Every year we go to Kauai. Every year we rent from this shop. They are the kindest most helpful…read moregroup of people. Pick up and drop off is a cinch and they will always help you with every detail of your adventure. Thanks guys. Look forward to next year!

This one I'm going to have to file under one of the hardest things I've done in my life! But I'm so…read moreproud we accomplished this and did this! So many people talk about kayaking the Wailua River and hiking to Secret Falls. We didn't get a chance to do this on our last trip, but my youngest and I tackled this on this trip! Our guide, Ronda, arrived a couple minutes after our tour start time at 1pm. The morning guide said she'd be along "in island time." Once she got there, she took the time to tell us a little about herself, went around our group and had us each introduce ourselves and share a few words. She took the time to memorize all of our names! She also explained to us as all the other tours were heading out, that she liked to hang back and let everyone go do their thing so we can experience the falls privately as just our group. This girl knows what she's doing! It was about a two mile kayaking journey up the Wailua River with stops intermittently along the way for our "kayak kisses" so Ronda could tell us about the history and other aspects of the island. We were almost in our own little version of Survivor, thinking up ways we could survive out there and what we would need. It was honestly very cool. Once we got the end of the kayaking journey, we were given walking sticks for the moderate 1 mile hike to Secret Falls. There are a couple of areas where you have to cross through water, but nothing higher than the knees, at that time. The hike was beautiful! Ronda pointed out the Hawaiian Woodrose, kukui nuts, which we got to crack open and have a small sample, we washed our hands with awapuhi from the awapuhi plant, etc. it was such a cool adventure. We met the local songbird and dug to find worms for him to eat. He ate right from our hands! He actually landed on my hand and looked at me for a couple seconds! We saw cows on the journey home as well. Secret Falls is amazing. We had a blast swimming around there and resting from the journey. We met a lot of great people in our tour. It was like we all became a little family. We packed up and hiked back to our kayaks and headed back down the Wailua for the journey home. This time the wind was against us, so it was literally like paddling upstream both ways lol! This was such an amazing experience. I'm sure I'm leaving some things out because there was so much! I would say, if you're doing the 1pm tour, don't have any other plans the rest of the day. You don't want to be in a rush to get out of there. Our 5 hour tour ended up being close to 7 hours. It was nice because on the way back the motorized vessels were no longer on the river, so we didn't have to worry about other traffic. I'd also recommend having dinner for that night figured out ahead of time because most places locally close at 8pm. We were able to grab dinner from a spot about 10 minutes prior to their closing. They recommend tennis shoes or hiking boots, but my daughter and I used our water socks/reef shoes and while there were a couple times when we were bouldering I would have liked to have better shoes, ultimately it wasn't an issue. Ronda gives you an opportunity to unplug from the world, get yourself on island time, and take in all the beauty Kauai has to offer. Take it!

The horses are not healthy and the people they have working there don't have a clue about what…read morethey're doing. Stay away.

Who says tourists have nothing to contribute to the local Hawaiian scene? Here's a tip only a local…read morewould know: Healing Horses is your best bet for kids classes and equine education on Kauai. Why? While I'd like to start by noting the incredibly affordable tuition, it all begins with the wonderful people who run this ranch. Healing Horses has a humanitarian philosophy, and frankly, they need a lot of help running the show. The staff (all women, that I've met) are big fans of children, and you'll immediately trust their caretaking. We've had Iris in two camps thus far, one summer, one winter (yes, they offer classes during holiday break), and god willing we return to this island regularly, we'll keep sending her there -- it's honestly her favorite part of each trip. Classes consist of horseback riding, caretaking of the ranch and animals, and various projects, many artistic, held in a trailer -- important during the often rainy Kauai seasons. Kids run the gamut, locals and visitors, and for the city kiddos the programs offer invaluable lessons on ranch life and the work involved to keep things running. And oh, did I mention the cost? Fantastic. Tourists all over this island drop hefty cash to ride horseback, suckers. Here, it's an honest price for a truly memorable ride.

We had a great adventure with Ali's Kayak Rental! Booking…read moreonline was easy, and since the guided tour was full, we did the self-guided kayak and hike to the secret waterfalls. Its a more budget friendly option but you don't need to drive your kayak to the river, its just a short walk. Before launching, the owner gave us a quick and helpful presentation on where to go and how to handle the kayaks. Just note there is an additional $5 per person river fee (or a state park fee). The trip involves about two miles of kayaking and a mile-long hike each way. Because the trail has lots of rocks, muddy areas, crossing a river and roots, I wouldn't recommend it for small kids or anyone who isn't relatively fit. Overall, the equipment was excellent, the staff was great and we highly recommend it!

On May 5, 2026 my husband and I went on a Kayaking adventure with Ali'i Kayaks in Wailua, Kauai…read more This was our first kayaking experience and it did not disappoint! Our guide for the day was "K-man". He was awesome! He had a great personality, was very knowledgeable and was funny. He was also great with names; he remembered everyone's, and he made it a point to make conversation with everyone single one of us. Our adventure started off by meeting at the office/pick up location. Then we loaded up into a van and made the short drive to the slipway. There we selected kayaks and were given oars and life jackets. Once we got situated, we hit the water. The weather that day was perfect; the sun was out with some clouds, and there was a light, constant breeze. Our journey on the water was a beautiful one. The water was cool, the scenery was green. I'll admit, the kayaking distance was a bit challenging. Maybe a bit more so as my husband and I are competitive and we were nearly racing with another couple. LOL! Once we reached shore, we gathered up and made our way to the hiking path. Honestly, the hike itself is not hard, with the exception of a few spots that may require teamwork/assistance. (**READ TIPS BELOW) Once we reached the waterfall, most of us went into the water. We stayed there for about 20-30 minutes. Our guide never rushed us. He sat back and let us enjoy ourselves. It was only when we all gathered up again that we headed back, same hike in reverse back to the kayaks. Once in the kayaks it was the same way back as well. The scenery was VERY beautiful. Several pictures were taken. Overall we had a great day. We would definitely recommend to anyone who has never been to Kauai and to anyone who is interested in being surrounded by beautiful scenery. TIPS: - [ ] Wear good shoes! The terrain can be unstable due to river rocks, tree roots, mud, and uneven ground. Your feet WILL get soaked and the ground is unstable. My husband and I both opted to wear sneakers that we were ready to retire. When we were done we threw them away. Another couple wore aqua shoes and they said they were extremely uncomfortable: good for water, bad for the rough terrain. Another couple wore brand new hiking boots and they became water logged. - [ ] Wear sunscreen!! Even if it's overcast, the harsh island sun will magnify through the clouds. - [ ] Sunglasses and a hat/visor is a wise choice. **if you wear a hat or visor, it may create a blind spot. Keep your head up! One person in our group hit their head twice on the same tree branch! - [ ] Wear clothing you can get wet. You will get wet from the waist down from the kayaking and hike. - [ ] Wear swimwear underneath your clothing. When you get to the waterfall, there is a pool of water you are able to swim in. - [ ] Bring a backpack/secure bag with water and snacks! You will need it! - [ ] Bring towels and leave them in the car. At the end of the day, when stripping off your wet shoes and socks the towels come in handy. *** For reference, our groups ages ranged from 52 to approximately early 70's.

One of the best days we had on Kauai was spent on the trip to Secret Falls. Swimming in the water…read moreunder the falls was magical. I would suggest doing the earliest trip possible. We did the 8am trip and by the time we were leaving the falls and the trail back to the boats was packed. In terms of the level of activity, we are fairly active people but in no way athletic. The other people on our tour we had children and everyone did fine with the trip. It's a few miles of kayaking on calm river waters, then about 1-2 mile walk through the jungle. The walk was all flat but the trail was a bit tricky since there are tons of tree roots.

First choice when it comes to kayak/hiking adventures up the Wailua! Our guide was extremely…read moreknowledgable about the area, plant life, and kayaking safety. I am a beginner kayaker and i felt very safe and comfortable under her supervision. Overall this is the place to head to if you are looking for a great time/activity while visiting Kauai. TWO THUMBS WAY UP!

We had an amazing time with Captian Mac and First Mate Cassie. Saftey first--Captain Mac has a ton…read moreof experience on this ocean and was careful to remind us to be safe. They stop often and share fun facts from history to geology, to Hawaiian culture to movie trivia. The whole ride was accompanied by an amazing playlist. The ride from the back of the boat was very comfortable for those of us older folks, while kids said the front was pretty adventurous. I was worried about being on a bumpy ride for four hours, but it was really wonderful. They time the stops perfectly so you never have the "are we there yet" feeling. The views are amazing. Weather was accomodating and we got all the way up the coast, saw dolphins and mountain goats, got to snorkle with a few fish in the bluest water imaginable. We could have spent the whole day with them. Go. Sing along with them, laugh at their jokes. Enjoy 4 hours with some of God's most awe inspiring creations. Cassie's pictures and videos are well worth the cost!

Everything! Exhilarating ride. Fantastic crew and amazing cave journeys. Great history lessons…read moreand FUN in the sun!

My daughters and I had an amazing experience with Paddle Kauai! Every step was made as easy as…read morepossible for us and made our day that much more enjoyable. Ben was incredibly helpful throughout the process and accessible by phone if I had a question. Even the forms being emailed to me made my job easier! We were quickly on our way to the Secret Falls, a real highlight of our visit to the island. Thank you, Ben and crew! We will definitely be recommending you and can't wait for our next visit!

We had a lovely time on the river with our new kayak friends. Kayak Zach was so friendly and…read moreengaging. The kayak section of the day was not TOO difficult and the hike was lovely. Our stop at the "hidden" waterfall was a highlight. You can't go wrong with Kayak Zach!!