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5.0 (16 reviews)
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We've done the guided tours twice before and decided to go it on our own this time. The service here was excellent- knowledgeable, helpful, energetic. He helped us load two kayaks on the top of the car and gave us paddles, life vests, a small wet bag, and the backrests. We drove a short way to the kayak landing (which now has a $10 fee per car, plus $5 per person and is paid by credit card). We had plenty of time to take a relaxed trip down the river, a hike to the falls and back. Dropping off the kayak around 2pm was tricky because the lot is shared with food trucks and traffic was crazy, but once again we were helped to quickly unload the kayaks and gear and be on our way.

Kris F.

This place was super easy & chill to rent from. $75 for double basic kayak & $95 for premium. The only difference in two is the premium has a rolling wheel on the bottom & they are a little newer. The owner, Michael, was helpful & kept the directions simple. We had a small Subaru & it was easy to get our kayak on top of our car with the provided gear.

Kathy Y.

Kayaking in Kauai is excellent for those who do not need a guided tour and want to explore less crowded streams on their own. We reserved the premium double kayaks ($95 ea.) online on the morning of 4th of July with no problems. Michael set up the kayaks on our SUV rental with the assistance from my husband and son so they knew how to set them back up after we were finished kayaking. He also gave us directions to where we wanted to kayak. If you have back problems the back support from the premium kayaks are worth it. Michael is laid back and super friendly and helpful. We definitely will use them, again.

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Andro L.

Highly recommend! This was our 2nd time renting from Kayaking in Kauai - wonderful experience both times! Michael is very responsive and goes out of his way to make sure you have a wonderful experience. Great rates (pretty sure the best rates on the island!), great kayaks, plus life jackets and wet bags! He was able to provide an additional seat for a 3rd person (child) in 1 kayak, too. We were able to navigate on our own time to Secret Falls and the watering hole/cliff jumping down river. Our first rental we also checked out Fern Grotto. Can't wait to return to Kauai and rent again!

Michael was awesome and helped us load and unload the kayak! I appreciate the excellent and friendly customer service!!

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Thank you so much! So happy you had fun!

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Thank you so much! So glad you had a nice experience

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Michael was so wonderful gave us great instructions, helped us strap up the kayaks and off we went!

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