Get out on the water this weekend and explore Hawaii from the river. Take your kayak out for a spin on this water trail that leads you to the stunning Fern Grotto in Kauai. This is an easy trail, even for beginning kayakers, and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful views of this geological wonder.
Get out and head to the Wailua River this weekend.
CArp User / AllTrails You can kayak down this stunning river trail all the way to the walking path that brings you to the famous Fern Grotto. This is a wonderful morning or afternoon trip.
This kayaking adventure is about four miles, out and back.
AllTrails User / AllTrails It’s a flat, relatively placid river to kayak, and you’ll see many beautiful sights along the way. Keep your camera handy, but put it into a dry bag to keep it safe during your journey.
Heading to the grotto will be the quicker kayaking trip.
AllTrails User / AllTrails On the way back you’ll be paddling upstream. It’s not hard, you’ll just have more movement against the current to bring you back to your starting point.
The path will take you through a stunning, unique forest.
Cavan Images via Cavan Collection / Getty Images Sometimes the path can be muddy, so be sure to wear good sturdy footwear. The entire kayaking trip is about 45 minutes to the grotto, 45 minutes back, and plan for around an hour exploring the lush gardens.
The grotto can be viewed from an observation platform, where you can see the entire area in all of its glory.
Karl Lehmann viaLonely Planet Images / Getty Images Plus This is known as one of the most romantic spots on Kauai. In fact, many couples have rented this area for a wedding ceremony.
The lush tropical gardens will leave you in awe as you hike around the area.
Shunyu Fan via iStock / Getty Images Plus If you have family members that would prefer not to kayak, there are many river tour boats that you can use instead. But if you’re up for an adventure, make sure to rent your own kayak and get out on the water!
This is an amazing adventure for the whole family.
Jupiterimages / PHOTOS.com» / Getty Images Plus Kayaking down the river, hiking into the fern covered cave, and spending the day in this stunning area is a must do if you’re on Kauai. It will be a day you’ll never forget!
Have you ever kayaked to the Fern Grotto? What did you think? Would you do it again? Let us know in the comments below!
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You can kayak down this stunning river trail all the way to the walking path that brings you to the famous Fern Grotto. This is a wonderful morning or afternoon trip.
AllTrails User / AllTrails
It’s a flat, relatively placid river to kayak, and you’ll see many beautiful sights along the way. Keep your camera handy, but put it into a dry bag to keep it safe during your journey.
On the way back you’ll be paddling upstream. It’s not hard, you’ll just have more movement against the current to bring you back to your starting point.
Cavan Images via Cavan Collection / Getty Images
Sometimes the path can be muddy, so be sure to wear good sturdy footwear. The entire kayaking trip is about 45 minutes to the grotto, 45 minutes back, and plan for around an hour exploring the lush gardens.
Karl Lehmann viaLonely Planet Images / Getty Images Plus
This is known as one of the most romantic spots on Kauai. In fact, many couples have rented this area for a wedding ceremony.
Shunyu Fan via iStock / Getty Images Plus
If you have family members that would prefer not to kayak, there are many river tour boats that you can use instead. But if you’re up for an adventure, make sure to rent your own kayak and get out on the water!
Jupiterimages / PHOTOS.com» / Getty Images Plus
Kayaking down the river, hiking into the fern covered cave, and spending the day in this stunning area is a must do if you’re on Kauai. It will be a day you’ll never forget!
If you are looking for more great ways to get out and explore on your kayak, These 11 Unique Kayaking Destinations In Hawaii Are Perfect For A Day Trip.
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Address: Fern Grotto, Kapa?a, HI 96746, USA
