Reviewed by: Michelle
Unique and fun experience and the water was refreshing. The guides were a lot of fun and Chelsea gave great advise on local places to eat.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/03/05 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/02 |
Reviewed by: Linda T
Excellent! We enjoyed both river boat grotto tour & luau. Great Experience with good food and lively, talented entertainment. Family oriented! Friendly wonderful people!
Highly recommended.
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Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/22 |
Reviewed by: David
Very organized, professional and friendly. I am in a wheelchair and appreciated all the help from tram to buffet line - everything. We went on river cruise next day and it was awesome. Mahalo!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/26 |
Reviewed by: hideochi
本催しは、英会話ができないと、参加しても面白さは、半減する。
パンフレット、会場案内ガイド、会場内掲示板すべて、英語です。参加者も、欧米系観光客で、ほぼ95%であり、日本人観光客が、楽しむことは、難しい。
次に、本催しの内容は、ツアーガイド内容通りであるが、イムの儀式は、事前に土の中で、蒸してある豚を取り出すところだけであり、臨場感に欠ける。次に、ルアウですが、料理の内容が、貧弱なことと、食事場所が狭く、詰め込みすぎだと思う。最後に、野外ステージで行われた
フラダンス、ファイヤーショー、その他各国の踊りですが、野外ステージは、大掛かりな作りになっていて、屋内の同種行事より、好感が持てたが、内容的には、感動が少なかった。特に、
中国、日本の踊りは、まったく、中国、日本を知らない人が演出したのではと思える錯誤的内容でした。
全体的に、もっと改善しないと、観光客の評価をあげられないと思う。
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Packages: | 基本プラン(2019年12月31日まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/26 |
Reviewed by: 初のカウアイ
朝のピックアップは予定どおり。参加者はほかにアラスカからとアメリカからのカップルで、計6名。気づけば、カヤックは男女ペアが圧倒的に多く、私たち(女2人)は他のカヤックより遅れがちで追いつくのに一所懸命で、カヤック中はガイドの説明が聞けず残念だった。
トレッキングシューズを持って行ったが、はじめから脱いで裸足で漕ぐハメに。カヤックのあとトレッキングの登り口まで幅10メートルぐらいの川を太ももまで浸かるのだった。
完全防水のリュックサック状のものを貸してくれるので荷物が濡れる心配はないが、これがトレッキングのとき重い。
トレッキングはさほど勾配もなく、ところどころ立ち止まってガイドの説明を興味深く聞きつつ、40分ほど歩いた。(6人とも同じくらいのペースだったが恐らくやや速め。)
目的地の滝では泳いでいる人もたくさんいたが、いくらハワイとはいえ1月、私たちには考えられなかった。
ランチ休憩は30分もない。ラップサンドを食べてジュースを飲んだら出発。
再び歩いて漕いで、14時にはホテルに着いていた。
密度が濃く、高くなくて良いツアー。
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Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Jef,Terry Saperstein
Enjoyed the Hawaiian show immensely which I was not expecting. Enjoyed the show despite the rain at the grotto. You should highlight the entertainment with such a pleasant show.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/02/03 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Jim
Fun and relaxing for all ages and a great staff to guide you.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/01/27 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/21 |
Reviewed by: Jim
This was a great excursion, which required a little grace and patience as it got started (van's battery was dead, had to switch vehicles), but was great overall. Fun to do both river and easy ocean kayaking. At the snorkel beach, we saw plenty of fish and also were treated to swim alongside a turtle. Steve was a great guide too.
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Packages: | South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/01/26 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Chrystal Rose
The food was delicious, the grounds were beautiful and the show was very enjoyable. We had a great time!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/21 |
Reviewed by: Debz
It was a little daunting at first as this was a very rainy day in the area. Was thrilled to know that almost all of the time we would be covered. The place is in need of renovation, the chairs and other structures are in need of an overhaul, it's definitely 1970's 1980's looking. I have attended two luau's (not this one) in the past but this was the best one. It seems like a very good family and they are very attentive to taking care of everyone at the luau. The gardens are beautiful. I do think that telling everyone to be there at 4:30 and then sit around until 5:45 after a short tram tour thru the gardens is not a good use of time. The food was abundant and most was good. The drinks were not good at all. The Mai Tai was like iced tea and the other drink seemed like a glass of maraschino cherry juice. The show was excellent, very creative and spoke about the various cultural influences that make up Hawaii. It was a little cheesy but that is to be expected as it is a family event. There was definitely some excellent musical talent and singing during the luau and the dinner. I would recommend this luau to anyone. I love being at the beach at a luau but the weather is a factor and this was covered so it worked out great. The area where this luau is held is gorgeous
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/18 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Loved learning about the culture and loved watching the shows. Got a lot for the money we paid. Loved it!
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Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/20 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Great value for your money. Got to experience a lot of the culture, food, boat ride and much more . Learned about the Island we were visiting as well! It was an excellent item to spend on.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/20 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Kyla
AWESOME!!! Must do this! The dinner was great, and the show afterwards was even better!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/06 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Kyla
We are newlyweds, so the cruise to the Fern Grotto was very cool since weddings used to be held there!
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Packages: | River Cruise & Tropical Luau Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/06 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Shirley
Love it the guides were great enjoy everything nothing like it
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/11/21 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/17 |
Reviewed by: lorely81
My husband and I had a great time on this excursion. We were the only ones signed up for our particular day and time so it ended up being a private tour which was a bonus. We had the morning tour (check-in at 7:45 am) which seemed a lot less crowded than the later tours. There were a lot more people hiking in on our way out. The activity was very scenic and not strenuous at all for us moderately in-shape people (my husband more so that me!). Jamie was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable in the flora, fauna, and area, but also personable so we weren't talking shop the whole time. Lunch was also more than adequate: fresh pineapple, deli sandwich on a good roll with cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo, mustard, a bag of chips, 2 Kauai cookies, a drink, and 2 bottles of water. Since we took a guided tour this time, the next time around we'd probably opt for renting kayaks on our own and making our way to Secret Falls without a guide. We definitely want to do this again with our children when they are a little older (at least 5). However, for first timers we highly recommend Kayak Kauai with Jamie as your guide! P.S. I would not recommend this tour for children younger than 5. It is very rocky, muddy and wet with lots of tree roots on the trail and by the waterfall. We saw another tour group with young children and several of them were crying because they fell on their way down to the waterfall. One small boy fell and hit his head on a rock, poor thing.
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/11/17 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
This was a great adventure, perfect for everyone! The guides were wonderful and the entertainment on the way back was fun. For $20 this is a great deal. I will definitely do it again!
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Packages: | River Cruise & Tropical Luau Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/11/14 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/06 |
Reviewed by: JOHN NICKELSON
THIS IS MY SECOND TRIP ON THIS ACTIVITY. I DO NOT USUALLY BOOK ACTIVITIES TWICE BUT THIS ONE IS THE BEST. THE SIGHT SEEING IS EXCELLENT AND THE SNORKLING IS THE BEST I HAVE SEEN IN HAWAII. I WILL GO AGAIN.
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Packages: | Until 12/31/2018 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/11/08 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Kirsten
This was a great combination of exercise and adventure. It was listed as easy/moderate which I would think would be appropriate for slightly older, non-athletic people, but it included wading through muddy rivers with slippery rocks and hauling up a couple of steep and narrow muddy paths. I kept thinking I was glad I was with my fit husband instead of my healthy mom...she would never have made it. The description also mentioned something about "air conditioned vans will take you back to your car". This never happened...you hike and kayak all the way back. Again, I LOVED it and wouldn't have wanted it any other way...I just thought the advertisement was way off of what the actual experience entailed.
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/11/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Anna
So glad I went beyond the ship to find this gem of a luau:)
Super friendly people, beautiful grounds, great food! Good value so glad I found them!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/10/25 |
Activity Date: | 2015/10/22 |
Reviewed by: Glen Hayden
The food is great and the Mai Tais flow. What better way to end the day than food, drink, and a show!
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Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/10/25 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Glen Hayden
A great way to spend an afternoon. A slow relaxing ride up the river with a leisurely stroll through the tropical plants to the grotto. Once at the grotto the songs of Kauai serenade you while the beautiful and awe inspiring sites fill your senses.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/10/25 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Linda
Our second visit to Kauai and our second visit for Tubing and we loved it the second time around. Very well organised and fun. The guides were excellent and great fun. Well worth the money - thank you.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/10/11 |
Activity Date: | 2015/10/06 |
Reviewed by: Ms. Kitty
You know those log rides at amusement parks? Now imagine one that is in a tropical paradise AND lasts an hour and that is what the tubing is like. It was literally the most fun I had on the island and I can see why it is so popular!
From the moment my husband and I checked-in we got amazing service from some of the friendliest peeps on the island. They got us kitted up with the gear we would need (bring a GoPro or a waterproof camera with you since you are wearing gloves the whole time and that makes touchscreen use a bit awkward) and then took us on a lovely drive to the launch site. The views along the way were breathtaking.
Once we plopped into our tubes, we let the water and Mother Nature take control as she kept me flowing along the irrigation ditches. There are some great drops and mini-rapids, as well as a number of dark tunnels. I didn't want the ride to end! At the end of the tour, we got to make yummy sandwiches, played with the local kitty Mochi and I wanted to jump in the swimming hole, but we ran out of time. Will definitely dive in on my next visit!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Ozzie
It goes without saying, the food was INCREDIBLE! An all you can eat buffet of delicious Hawaiian delicacies? Yes please, sign me up! The dances at the end was really great too. So awesome to get to know a little more about the island, its history and to see all those amazing performers move about the stage. My only suggestion would be to not eat all day and save yourself for this experience. There are so many varieties of food to partake, you're gonna need a completely empty stomach to have it all. Enjoy!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/10/08 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Ozzie
This is an adventure that everyone must go on. Our tour guide was informative, patient and hilarious! Being a first time kayaker, he took the time to get me comfortable paddling before heading out. The hike was great and the waterfall was breathtaking! So many things to see along the way, all of which our guide pointed out. I would highly recommend this to everyone who visits the island. Thanks for the great memories. Be back soon!
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/10/08 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Very Happy!
I normally do not write reviews, but this was needed. Please read this through to the end for the grand finale. The trip to the falls with Adam from Outfitters was about as good as it gets. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. My wife and I took a relaxed approach when preparing for this trip and wore flip-flops (not recommended due to the muddy trail you need to hike). When we arrived at the trail, Adam actually took the time to identify a local plant, strip the bark, and retrofitted our flip-flops into sandals. Someone in our group actually thought it was a set-up, but it wasn’t. Beyond just that, he kept the group together throughout while keeping the trip new and fresh with information. I would imagine being in his shoes, being a guide day-in and day-out; it would be natural tendency to become a little dull or burned out, but maybe not, and not Adam. To top it all off, on our way back kayaking along the river, he helped to salvage a sinking kayak and rescue two panicked people, who were with another kayak company. These two people were stranded and abandoned by their guide, with their Kayak filling with water and sinking. Adam and another local guide came to the rescue, initiated help from a couple other kayakers nearby (including us), and managed to drain the water filled kayak, pluck the two people from the river, and get them back safely to the dock, including the damaged kayak. At the same time he ran into the guide for those people and being very classy said to him “You got my back next time right?”. (I don’t think I would have been as nice.)
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Packages: | Wailua Waterfall Kayak |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/10/06 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Carri Cheek
I attended this luau as a child and was even better than I remembered. Everyone we so nice the food we great. The show incredible, we loved every minute of the Luau!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/10/04 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Carri Cheek
Just as I remembered as a kid. Thank you for a great experience.
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Packages: | River Cruise & Tropical Luau Combo |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/10/04 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/10 |
Reviewed by: eriri
あまり期待していなかったけど意外とよかったです。のんびりとした雰囲気の中でくつろげました。送迎対象のホテルではなかったから乗船場までは自力で行かないとですが、その後もレンタカーで移動するならそのほうが都合がよかったです。乗船場まで自分で行くならその場で普通にチケットを買ってもいいのかもしれませんが、事前にチケット購入しておけるのは安心感はあります。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/09/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/06/20 |
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