What is the best kayak company in Kauai?
Kauai Tour Guy is highly regarded for guided kayaking tours on the Wailua River, offering small groups and personalized service from $95–250. Kayak Kauai, based in Hanalei, specializes in both Wailua River tours and Na Pali Coast expeditions (the latter May–September only). Outfitters Kauai in Poipu offers the widest selection of self-guided and guided kayak rentals. For the Wailua River to Secret Falls, most operators provide similar experiences — the key differentiators are group size, guide knowledge, and whether lunch or snacks are included. Kauai Tour Guy and Kayak Wailua consistently receive the strongest reviews for the Wailua route. If Na Pali kayaking is your goal, Kayak Kauai has the most experienced guides for the challenging open-ocean section. Book any operator at least a week ahead in peak season.