Leave by ~7:00 AM to reach Lava Lava Beach Club for breakfast by 7:30 AM and the kayak marina by 8:45 AM
Pack body wash and 2–3 washcloths from the hotel — critical for the Lydgate Beach outdoor shower after the kayak (leptospirosis precaution)
Pre-pack warm change of clothes, towel, deodorant, and a light layer in the car — you'll want a dry freshen-up after the kayak before heading into Kapa'a
Fill reusable water bottle at the marina's purified cold water station before departure
Look for sweatshirts at Shipwrecked Kauai in Kapa'a (4-1384 Kuhio Hwy) — you'll need them for Haleakalā on Maui
Warnings & Critical Notes
Leptospirosis is present in Kauai's rivers — avoid swallowing river water, cover any open cuts before paddling, and shower thoroughly at Lydgate immediately after the tour
River shoes are MANDATORY on the trail to Uluwehi Falls — no flip flops permitted. Your guide will enforce this at the trailhead
Waivers already signed (Booking #STAM-280426) — no action needed at check-in
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Standard / Always Pack
📋Reservations & Bookings
Kayak Kauai — Wailua Falls tour confirmation essential
Booking #STAM-280426 · 3 Adults · Booked & paid in full · All waivers signed · Meet at marina by 8:45 AM · (808) 826-9844.
Mandatory for the 1-mile jungle trail to Uluwehi Falls. No flip flops allowed. Trail can be muddy and slippery.
Body wash + washcloths essential
Pack from the hotel. Use the outdoor showers at Lydgate Beach Park immediately after the kayak tour. Thorough wash-down is the key leptospirosis precaution after river exposure.
Bug repellent
The jungle trail to Uluwehi Falls has active mosquitoes. Apply before the hike portion of the tour.
Waterproof camera / GoPro
120-ft Uluwehi (Secret) Falls with a swim-in pool at the base. Wailua River paddle scenery. Don't miss this.
Lotion
Reef-safe sunscreen
Legally required in Hawaii. Apply before the paddle; reapply on the water.
Lip balm with SPF
Long day on the water — sun, wind, and salt will destroy your lips.
Hair ties
For the paddle and snorkel mask — pack a spare.
Personal dry bag / waterproof pouch
Kayak Kauai provides water-resistant bags, but a small personal pouch for phone and keys is useful.
🏖️Beach & Snorkel — Lydgate Afternoon
Snorkel gear — mask, snorkel, fins
Lydgate's protected rock cove has large colorful fish and calm water. Excellent even for beginners.
Beach towel
Needed post-kayak at the Lydgate outdoor shower and for the afternoon cove swim.
👟Footwear & Clothing
Change of clothes + warm layer essential
Leave in the car. After the kayak, jungle trail, and Lydgate swim you'll be cold and wet — and heading into a fine dining anniversary dinner. Plan to fully freshen up.
Deodorant (leave in car)
For the post-Lydgate freshen-up before the anniversary dinner.
Bathing suit under a light long-sleeve shirt
Wear for the kayak; the long sleeve cuts sun exposure on the water.
Flip flops / sandals
For Lava Lava breakfast, Lydgate Beach, and Kapa'a Town. NOT for the kayak trail.
Hat / sun hat
Sunglasses essential
Nice outfit for anniversary dinner
Hukilau Lanai is fine dining (reservation 7:00 PM). Pack something to change into before dinner.
🥤Food & Drink
Reusable water bottle
Fill at the marina's purified cold water station before the paddle. Stays cold all day.
Light pre-paddle snack
Lava Lava breakfast at 7:30 AM, lunch not until ~12:30 PM at the falls — granola bar or fruit in the dry bag for the paddle.
Note: Lunch is included at Uluwehi Falls — deli sandwiches, chips, fruit & cookies. No need to pack lunch.
🎒Gear & Extras
Camera / GoPro
Phone / portable battery
DSLR Camera (Canon 50D) essential
Tripod
Cash cash
For Kapa'a Town shops, Shipwrecked Kauai (sweatshirts for Maui!), and any purchases at Hukilau Lanai.
Wallet / ID / credit card essential
For the Hukilau Lanai anniversary dinner and Kapa'a Town purchases.
Anniversary card / gift 🎉
15-year anniversary today — keep tucked away for Hukilau Lanai or back at the villa.