Lawai Falls

4.4/5
(3.6K) · Waterfall in Lihue, United States
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Wailua Falls is a breathtaking natural attraction located in Hawaii, United States. This majestic waterfall plunges over 80 feet into a lush tropical canyon, …

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Mar 21, 2025
Our captain Glen told us before departure that he and his crew (Lucy & Ahren) were here to exceed our expectations, and that is exactly what they did! Glen, who has decades of experience and is knowl…Full review by Anna K
Feb 27, 2025
The kayaking, then hiking and a swim under the falls was amazing. Our guide, Sam, was attentive to all us slow kayakers and hikers which made the trip.Full review by ginger r
Feb 27, 2025
Beautiful! Easy drive to get up there. Parking is a bit tight but people don’t stay long after getting pictures. This is one of many areas with waterfalls on Kauai.Full review by Pam H

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My husband and I will be in Kauai until the end of December. We are looking for people to hike with or/ and share a car …
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My husband and I will be in Kauai until the end of December. We are looking for people to hike with or/ and share a car with as we don’t drive. If anyone interested please contact me at +17144069862. We have open schedule Mahalo!
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Sorry. We left Christmas Eve.
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Answer by Sandy S · Dec 24, 2019
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Can you hike down to the falls still? I thought I read somewhere that the trail was closed..
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It was ok this summer. It’s only a few hundred yards if that.
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Can you tell me more about the hike
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We also went by car. I did not see any paths going down to the basin. You still get a great view from above.
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I have seen some beautiful pictures of the falls and I was wondering when the lighting is best for taking photos at …
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I have seen some beautiful pictures of the falls and I was wondering when the lighting is best for taking photos at this site. Morning, afternoon? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.
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We were there in the morning and had the best pictures.
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Easy way to hike down to bottom from top viewing area?
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No need to even try it
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Warm weather lovers rejoice — Oahu is a tropical paradise year-round. It's the driest of the Hawaiian islands, with any rain showers passing through quickly before...
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