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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great knowledgable guided tour... amazing hike!

Reviewed by: Julia

We signed up for the kayaking but the hike and the waterfall was the best part of it!!
Our guide Jay was so knowledgeable about the nature, trees, plants and history of Kauai! we learnt so much and even had a taste of Kuala along the way
highly recommend this adventure, the 5 hours passed so fast!
Do it!! all get and skill levels!

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Aloha Julia, So nice to be outdoors and sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with visitors and locals alike once again. Good to know that Jay has dusted his wares and sharing his knowledge of all things Kaua'i. We are very fortunate to have him out in the field. Thanks again for your kind words and keep enjoying the salutary outdoors. Stay well. Micco/Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/11/18
Activity Date:	2020/11/16

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Very interesting and beautiful

Reviewed by: Mamacreamz

This is a wonderful tour. The boat is comfortable and a mild ride for all ages. The waterfall and fern grotto are beautiful. You receive history of the area and enjoy Hawaiian song and dance. There is time to walk around and enjoy the beauty

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/03/28
Activity Date:	2020/03/08

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great Adventure!

Reviewed by: Staci

Jay was our guide and he couldn't have been more awesome. He's a local and a bit of a botanist so he was very knowledgeable and truly happy to take us on the tour. The kayak to the hike was fairly easy for two inexperienced kayakers as we were flowing down stream. The hike was fairly easy for non-experienced hikers. We went during the rainy season so it was very muddy, so it was a bit slick in spots, but that's part of what made it fun. The waterfall was astounding. So tall and powerful. Well worth the hike to see it's beauty. The lunch provided was enjoyable. The kayak trip back was a bit of a challenge as you're going upstream, but once you hit a nice flow, it becomes much easier. I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone visiting the island looking for a little adventure!

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Aloha Staci,

Glad you enjoyed your recent paddle and hike on our Wailua River Sacred/Secret Falls tours.

Jay is a local boy who has proudly been sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with friends, locals and visitors alike; he "walks the talk".

You're description of the tour is great. The more mud...translates for a more forceful waterfall.

Thanks for taking the time to share with us and others your experience.

Keep paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/03/14
Activity Date:	2020/02/18

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Amazing time!

Reviewed by: lk

“Doc” was our guide and we had a great time kayaking and hiking to the sacred falls. It’s an all day trip so plan for it and it’s not for people who can’t handle the long bike and kayaking. Prepare to get muddy! Definitely unforgettable!

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Aloha Ik,

It is nice to have a "Doc" in the crowd when you are hiking to the Sacred/Secret Falls.

We are blessed to have Doc lead our Wailua River paddle and hike tour as he juggles other commitments in life.

Thanks for reminding folks that there will be mud. We are fond of saying, "embrace the mud"! More mud ...the stronger the falls is.

Thanks for you kind words and 5 star review and for making it possible for us all to share the beauty of Kaua'i with others.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/03/14
Activity Date:	2020/03/11

シダの洞窟観光遊覧船　ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く！＜英語ガイド／半日＞

素敵な自然

Reviewed by: makobook

殆ど日本人はいません。
でもハワイアンミュージックやフラがあり飽きません。素敵な思い出になりました。

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Packages:	Test Package
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2020/03/07
Activity Date:	2020/03/03

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

fern grotto river cruise

Reviewed by: lorna brewer

the folks involved were friendly, informative and fun.
the scenery was lovely and the grotto very unique
the music on the way back and the dancing was great and even got to practice ourselves
the weather could have been better but no control over that

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2020/02/15
Activity Date:	2020/01/20

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great time.

Reviewed by: Dan

Great time. Good solid adventure and not too much exertion for relatively fit mid-40s husband and wife. Water was cold in February but probably feels nice in summer. Josh was a great guide- lots of interesting history and knowledge along the way. Be sure to hike in the puddles, as odd as that sounds. It has the best footing and you are going to get muddy and wet anyway.

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Aloha Dan,

Glad you enjoyed your Wailua River Secret/Sacred Falls tour with your guide Josh. Thanks for your wise council on the trail. I think more folks have gotten injured trying to avoid puddles instead of just plowing through them and resigning themselves to wet shoes and mud.

Your guide, as all our excellent guides at Kayak Kaua'i, bring a real love to what they do and there to keep you informed, entertained and safe.

Stay paddling and hiking. Until our paths cross.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/02/14
Activity Date:	2020/02/10

Smith's Tropical Paradise Wailua River Cruise & Garden Luau Combo [Open Soon]

Best Luau on Kauai

Reviewed by: Pijones

was our second trip to this Luau, bar far the best on Kauai

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Packages:	Test Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/02/09
Activity Date:	2019/03/06

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Leisure Cruise

Reviewed by: Terrible Trío

Had an awesome time. Crew was friendly and the singers were great!

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2020/02/01
Activity Date:	2020/01/07

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Family ‘20

Reviewed by: SAGER

Amazing views and relaxing. Truly enjoyable! Great for everyone

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/02/01
Activity Date:	2020/01/07

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Excellent

Reviewed by: Shaza

Gorgeous views in that island
Drive is easy and welcoming staff there

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/18
Activity Date:	2019/12/27

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: June

We had a wonderful time. Very enjoyable smooth ride in the river. The foliage was very pretty. Easy walk to the grotto. It was fun before when you could go up in the grotto. Enjoyed the singers and hula dancer. Would definitely recommend it.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/01/18
Activity Date:	2020/01/15

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: Lois Bloom

We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and narrative. Disappointed that we couldn’t go to cave,just on platform for a look.
Did this tour years ago and got to sit up in caves and was more impressive..

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2020/01/15
Activity Date:	2020/01/12

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Smith family does amazing job with style

Reviewed by: Lisa Fleishman

Smith family knows how to do everything with style class and professionalism.. always a great family time. Everyone knows how to make you feel apart of everything

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2020/01/06
Activity Date:	2020/01/03

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great family experience!

Reviewed by: Mike E.

This was a great experience for my wife, our 16-year old daughter and me! And our guide, Tyler, was extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the various interesting things we experienced along the river and the trail leading up to the waterfall. We highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Kauai!

Yes, the trail is muddy, but you just have to, in Tyler's words, "Embrace the mud" and not worry about it and your experience will be much enhanced. And the falls at the end were magnificent -- my daughter and I swam up to the base of them and the winds had spray had to be hurricane-force.

My only advice is to book the early-morning tours, before the crowds begin showing up. That way, you will have the trail (and the falls) mostly to yourself, and the mud won't be as bad.

This was a great experience and is highly recommended. Thanks Tyler!

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Aloha Mike,

Nice review and correct, if you come with the mind set that it will be muddy, you will have better time.

We are blessed to have Tyler working with us.

Morning tours are definitely nice, but ending the day on the river is not too shabby either.

Thanks for sharing and thanks for making it possible and for your kind words.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/04
Activity Date:	2020/01/01

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

It was a nice tour.

Reviewed by: MoniqueS

The boat was interesting. The hula dance experience on the way back improved the overall tour. It was hard to enjoy the Fern Grove because you are crowded with many people.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/02
Activity Date:	2019/12/30

Wailua River Kayak, Rainforest Hike & Waterfall Swim Adventure with Lunch

Amazing

Reviewed by: Joyce

The whole experience was fantastic! Adam, our guide, was super friendly and great to talk to. He was very knowledgeable.

For those planning this, the kayak trip was a little work so be prepared for that. My husband and I thought we were in great shape but we struggled a bit. It’s 2.5 miles of fast, no break, paddling. The hike was super fun. Again, be prepared to work a little. You will hike in ankle deep mud in places. It’s slippery so the walking stick (supplied) was a big help. We saw a
lot of people struggle.

The waterfall was breathtaking. Eating lunch there was surreal. Definitely worth doing!

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Packages:	Wailua Waterfall Kayak
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/22
Activity Date:	2019/12/19

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

A warm and welcoming crew

Reviewed by: Lesli Takasugi

This was our first time visiting the lovely Fern Grotto, and we had a wonderful time. The crew were so sweet, especially with our daughter who got into one of the local plants that made her cry and tongue swell. They performed hula and sang beautifully, playing to the children on board. We highly recommend this short river boat ride for families with young kids.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/12/22
Activity Date:	2019/12/19

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great experience

Reviewed by: David

Beautiful all tge way to the waterfall. Tour Guide was very knowledgeable about the plant life.wear water shoes !! Or shoes ur willing to throw away. Worth every penny.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha David,
Thanks for you 5 star review.
Glad you enjoyed the tour and thanks for making folks aware that some sort of shoes, like water/aqua shoes are a good idea.
Happy Holidays....and thanks for takin the time to share and letting our guides are doing a good job and keeping you informed.
A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/03
Activity Date:	2019/10/07

Smith's Tropical Paradise Wailua River Cruise & Garden Luau Combo [Open Soon]

Best luau in all of Hawaii

Reviewed by: Kauai Val

I have been to this luau at least 6 times...every time we come to Kauai! I have been to a number of others, but this one is positively the best! The gardens are so beautiful. The food is excellent. The Smith family really make you feel like ohana! The show is excellent, with dances from the many cultures that make up the Hawaiian people. The fire knife dance is really mesmerizing! This is truly a tropical paradise. Aloha!

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Packages:	Test Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/11/23
Activity Date:	2019/11/20

Smith's Tropical Paradise Wailua River Cruise & Garden Luau Combo [Open Soon]

Smiths luau

Reviewed by: Andi

Enjoyed river cruise entertainment, the luau food was awesome the show during dinner good however the big show was just ok, the activities leading to the show had us expecting more dynamic. The food and activities leading up to is well worth the trip

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Packages:	Test Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/11/12
Activity Date:	2019/11/06

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua Cruise

Reviewed by: Debbie

A very nice peaceful river ride. Enjoyed the history discussion on cruise.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/11/08
Activity Date:	2019/11/05

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great adventure for all ages!

Reviewed by: Anna

Dustin did a great job interacting with all of us and we were a very diverse group (age, gender and skill level)!

He was very knowledgeable of Hawaiian culture. We also learned a lot about the plants and animals of the area. Beware of the wild boar. ;-)

The hike was muddy but not too difficult. The waterfall was spectacular and much colder than expected.

Would definitely do this again! The morning is cooler and may be drier than the afternoon.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/08/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/31

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Nice

Reviewed by: Grandmas antiques

We had a great time and what was the show in a European movie theater in the morning here in london on the way out hades was a bit like a ride to get the little one..made of

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/25
Activity Date:	2019/07/29

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fernandez Grotto River Cruise

Reviewed by: Yvette

It was a nice cruise throught the river to see the Grotto.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/17
Activity Date:	2019/08/14

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Nice and relaxing!

Reviewed by: Debbie

It was a nice family outing. It was relaxing boat tour. One way we had musicians, singer and dancer. In the other direction there was an interesting commentary. Got off the boat to see Fern Grotto. Good price vs quality!

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/08/01
Activity Date:	2019/07/29

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Sacred falls adventure

Reviewed by: Amy

Easy kayaking. The hike is easy but take your time not to fall. Our guide was helpful at crossing all more challenging obatacles. Beautiful falls and swimming area. Nice lunch.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Amy,

Yes...wise council...go slow. Half the fun is getting there!

Thanks for sharing and glad we were able to share the day with you.

Keep chasing waterfalls.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/28
Activity Date:	2019/07/25

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Entertaining and silly

Reviewed by: Dee

The Smith's family is awesome and entertaining. Wear mosquito repellent when going, just a taught. They sing and entertain as you travel up the fern grotto and had us all doing the hoki pokie. We will be doing their luau too so we'll let you know how it goes!

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/07/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/23

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Review of kayak and hike

Reviewed by: John

Overall I had fun. The trip is basically kayak for 2 miles, hike for 1 mile, visit a 100' water fall, and then hike back for 1 mile and then kayak for 2 miles. Since I like physical activity, this trip worked well for me.

Kayaking requires some physical work, and since there are 2 people per kayak, at last one should be in good physical shape.

Hiking was through lots of mud. You will cross streams, ankle deep mud, and will get dirty. Best to wear sandals since sneakers will be ruined. My youngest son loved this part (getting dirty is always fun).

Reply from activity provider

Aloha John,

Thanks for taking the time and for your nice and constructive review on what to expect and what to bring.

If you don't like to paddle and hike this could be wrong tour for some.

Keep active...and thanks again.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

Rainbow during kayak
Waterfall. There is a pool at the bottom.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/16

Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto cruise experience

Reviewed by: Richard from Oahu

We appreciated the ride up to view the grotto, which everyone visiting Kaua’i should see. The best part was the music! Made me thirsty!

I highly recommend the Smith boat ride without reservation.

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/07/20
Activity Date:	2019/07/17

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Great knowledgable guided tour... amazing hike!

Very interesting and beautiful

Great Adventure!

Amazing time!

素敵な自然

fern grotto river cruise

Great time.

Best Luau on Kauai

Leisure Cruise

Family ‘20

Excellent

Fern Grotto

Fern Grotto

Smith family does amazing job with style

Great family experience!

It was a nice tour.

Amazing

A warm and welcoming crew

Great experience

Best luau in all of Hawaii

Smiths luau

Wailua Cruise

Great adventure for all ages!

Nice

Fernandez Grotto River Cruise

Nice and relaxing!

Sacred falls adventure

Entertaining and silly

Review of kayak and hike

Fern Grotto cruise experience

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