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Alii Kayaks

191 Wailua Rd., Kapaa, Kauai, HI 96746
808-241-7700
Ranked #12 of 22 tours in Kapaa
4.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Alii Kayaks is a Full-service Kayak and Stand UP Paddle board operator, conveniently located on the Wailua River on the island of Kauai. Take an...... more » Owner description: Alii Kayaks is a Full-service Kayak and Stand UP Paddle board operator, conveniently located on the Wailua River on the island of Kauai. Take an eco-adventure Kayak/Hike and see a Secret Waterfall! This is an easy going Hawaiian Style kayak paddle on a Class Zero river combined with a moderate hike through a rainforest, wading through streams, traversing muddy trails and walking over a tree root system the size of a large SUV; a definite rock solid adventure. For individuals without paddling experience our guides will provide you with instruction, assist you with your launch and accompany you for the duration providing assistance where needed. They know tricks and tips that will make your journey as easy as possible. They will even provide you with walking sticks and backpack style Dry Bags for your carry along items. You can feel safe with our guides who are Water Safety Instructed, as well as CPR and First Aid certified. Stand UP Paddle Rentals and Lessons available daily. « less
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Brighton
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

great experience! although it was tough to be in a single kayak! would have liked more time at the waterfall to relax! :) More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Beau was a great guide. Full of local color and info! The Kayaking is mild, but on the way back, the wind is against you. The hike is a Kauai mile. If you are wearing water shoes, they may not be enough for the hike, since there are many slippery rocks and roots to negotiate. I would recommend wearing your... More

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Clovis, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

We chose Alii Kayaks because the price was less than others since it didn't include lunch. Good choice because all the tours go to the same spot. You Kayak down the Wailua River for a couple of miles (takes about 45 minutes). They use ocean Kayaks so they were very stable. It is a bit of work though and we... More

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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2012

Trip starts at the mouth of the wailea river, River is very calm good activities for kids of all ages i guess above 6. Wear fast drying non chaffing swim suit, wear water shoes like TEVA brand, take lunch, sunscreen, bug repellant, towel, hat, sunglasses and a camera. They provide a dry backpak bag that will keep everything dry in... More

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Leawood, Kansas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

We went on a nice day trip to secret falls. It had rained that morning and the trails were muddy. The guides, Guy and Beau were friendly and patient. They were funny and relaxed. The never rushed us and always smiled. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012

It was a really nice day. The kayak trip was beautiful. The hike was fine as well. Our guide Kimo was the best part of the trip. More

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Bend, Oregon
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2011

My sister and I did this trip and just had a wonderful time. It is an easy kayak followed by a nice hike through beautiful Hawaiian tropical vegetation. Our guide Bo was great. He was fun and laid back, but also very professional. We had a great group and it was amazing how Bo brought us all together on the... More

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San Rafael, California
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 21, 2011

I agree with all the previous positive reviews: really fun and worth the money. Our guide was "TC", a very nice and knowledgable local who grew up on Kauai. For my "full" reveiw, see the review I left previous to this one (click on my bio by my picture) since the review is actually for Ali'i and not the other... More

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Vancouver, Washington
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 9, 2011

Fairly easy paddle, hike to waterfall was a little hard for some folks (add rain and mudd to make worse). We had a great guide that hung back with stragglers and was very knowledgible. Waterfall break was nice and on the way back the guide (john?) pointed out a rope swing for the kids and let them have a go.... More

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olympia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2011

Everyone was nice from the beginning of our trip with Ali'i Tours - the ladies at the front counter were pleasant and our guide, Kahi, was just darling and very knowledgeable about his home and his people. We felt safe on the river kayaking even though we had one person in our party who had never previously been in a... More

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