The Wailua River is a long, slowly meandering river that starts at the Wai’ale’ale Crater and is fed by many tributaries on its way to the ocean. It is the only navigable river in Hawaii.

For a unique Hawaiian adventure try our cruise up the river to the sacred Fern Grotto, a lava rock grotto covered with tropical ferns. The grotto is renowned for the Hawaiian Musicians that will serenade you with traditional, local songs including the famous “Hawaiian Wedding Song”. The acoustics within this natural amphitheater are superior and greatly enhance the music.

The cruise up the river usually takes approximately 40 minutes on a long, flat bottom riverboat. You will also encounter kayakers, motorboats and water skiers along the way. During the cruise there are many great photo opportunities of tropical grasslands lining the river and the majestic cloud-covered Mt. Waialeale in the background. You will also enjoy The overlook at Opaekaa Falls-- another romantic stop that will surely secure your love of this Garden Island.