KAYAK WAILUA RIVER – SECRET FALLS – SELF GUIDED
Guided Secret Falls Adventure
KAYAK RENTALS – SELF GUIDED WAILUA RIVER | ||
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Duration | Waterfall trip 4-5 hours. Waterfall and South Fork 6-9 hours. | Book standard 8am – 5pm kayak (Fall/Winter Hours limited sunlight) |
Start Time | Standard Rental: Any time 8am to 1:30 pm Quick Trip: 8am (Kayaks must be returned by 1pm) | |
Meeting Location | 4-356 Kuhio Hwy Kapa'a. We are located in the Kinipopo shopping village next to Passion Bakery. | |
Activity Level | Moderate to Hard based on your abilities and interests. | Book Quick Trip Kayaks Monday – Friday 8am to 1pm Only |
Transporting to Boat Ramp | Located 0.4 mile from Boat Ramp. We can load on your vehicle using our 4" EVA foam blocks. Or have dollies can wheel kayak to ramp (8-10min walk). | |
Included Gear | Standard Rental includes: Drybags, coolers with ice packs, trekking poles, life jackets, map, and in person briefing. Quick Trip Option includes: life jackets and map | |
Waterfall Trip Distance | 2.3 mile paddle upriver. 1.2-mile hike to falls. Return 1.2-mile hike back to your kayak. Paddle 2.3 miles to boat ramp. | |
South Fork | South Fork of Wailua River includes the Fern Grotto, Jungle Cruise, and a fun little rock jump. | |
Footwear | Barefoot or water/reef shoes while on the kayak. For the hike if you have any knee, hip, ankle, or stability issues bring a hiking boot. If not depending on the trail conditions water shoes with good tread or slippers with a back strap are great (like a Teva) |
We offer single person, tandem, and 2 adults 1 child triple kayaks for self-guided tours on the Wailua River. Our shop is conveniently located inside Kinipopo Shopping Village on the North side of the river from our door to the boat ramp is 0.4 mile.
We are open from 8am to 6pm. We do not schedule pickup times or charge late fees for the standard rental. Standard rentals come with life jackets, dry bags, coolers with ice packs, walking sticks, and a personal detailed briefing of the River. You get the kayaks anytime you like during our business hours. No late fees and no scheduled pickup time.
The shop will be staffed from 8am to 1:30 PM & 3PM to 5PM. All Returns after hours will be using our easy, fast, and efficient Self Return outside Rack (Notes Below with FAQ).
Kayak Rental: Single Kayak $65 Tandem/Triple $125 plus HI tax
Fall Special: Monday through Friday only – No Weekends
8am to 1pm Secret Falls Special: Single Kayak $60 Tandem Kayak $60 book online, call, text, or email to reserve
808-346-1304
scottyssurfco@gmail.com
Mahalo for checking out our shop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Common Questions
Q: How do we get the Kayak to the boat ramp?
We can load the kayak(s) onto your vehicle for you. If your vehicle does not have racks, no problem! We use 4inch EVA Foam blocks so the kayaks do not touch your roof. We can load onto soft top roofs as well (convertible sedans and Jeeps). Smaller cars max out at 2 kayaks larger vehicles can handle up to 5 kayaks depending on size and weight.
If you prefer we also have kayak carts that making walking the kayaks along the bike path to the boat ramp a nice option. 8-10 minute walk pulling the kayak on wheels.
Q: Do you rent on the weekends?
Yes, we are open on Saturday and Sundays. You are able to rent a kayak and paddle the Wailua River.
Q: How long does the trip take?
Minimum 4-6 hours. The North Fork of Wailua River leads to the water fall hike (1.2 mile hike). There is a South Fork that features the Fern Grotto and a Swimming hole (rock jump opportunity). Timing can depend on paddling ability and how long you wish to stay at each attraction.
Q: What shoes should we hike in?
If you have any knee, hip, or ankle instability hiking boots are recommended. If you do not have any injuries water shoes or slippers with a back strap work very well. Standard slippers tend to blow out of get lost in the water. Many locals do the hike barefoot.
Q: What else should we bring?
Lots of water! You can easily spend all day out there. Pack a lunch, use our coolers and enjoy your day on the water without running out of energy. Sunscreen and hats are great, you will be exposed to the sun while on the water. Depending on the weather conditions a light jacket or long sleeved shirt if sensitive to cold.
Q: What are the typical river conditions?
Typical conditions on the Wailua River are similar to lake kayaking conditions. We do not have a strong current on the river. We monitor wind and rain. Trade winds blow up the river, most days you have the wind at your back on the paddle up and a head wind on your paddle back. The only reason we will cancel a kayak booking is if the rain is extremely heavy and the river crossing section of the hike is too high to safely cross (typically crossing is knee high on an average adult).
What Does Self-Return Look like?
Kayaks and equipment can be returned up to Dark. The return rack is in our parking lot underneath the pop-up tent. Simply take the kayak off your vehicle or walking dolly and put on the rack. We have it all set up for you. Attach the closing lock. Then place the gear in the bin. I will miss talking to you and soaking up the stoke from the trip however this system I believe will be more efficient and get you to food, rest, or sunset faster!!! Yalla! You will always get fully briefed at Scotty's just like with the trip itself and equipment usage, we got you, and will fully explain as well as answer any questions. At the end of the day I built this shop on how I would like to vacation, a ton of Aloha, and stoke before the big bucks!!! Mahalo Nui Loa
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel your booking by 8AM on the day of your reservation you
will receive a full refund. After 8AM on the day of your reservation, we will try our best to
rent out the kayak(s) you reserved; however, if we are unable to rent out the kayak(s) you will be charged for the kayak(s) you reserved.
Please email, text, or call us with booking/reservation questions.
Reservations are recommended, especially for the weekends. We are a small, locally owned,and operated shop trying to accommodate your needs and stoke as best we can.