Reviewed by: John Osheka
Great experience. Enabled us to see a unique part of the Island which we would have missed. Staff was great and made the experience very enjoyable.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Vistor
We had a good time
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Good Time
We had a good time
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Daniel & Christine
This was by far the best activity we did on the island, and we did a lot of stuff! The EcoStar helicopter made it very quiet and smooth. No bumps or drops, so no nausea from my wife! The van ride to the copter was a rougher ride than the flight! Excellent all around!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Judy
We had a great time tubing through the sugar plantation and the staff were really fun. I think this is a bit expensive for what you get, but it was definitely something I would recommend.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: sara926
The Smith Family employees and family members were all VERY friendly and hospitable. The food was very average, but the show was unique to other luau shows I have seen in the past. The grounds were very beautiful and I loved how they took us on the tram to show us around and then let us wonder at our leisure to get a closer look at everything.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The helicopter tour was probably our best activity the we choose to do. Very Very pretty and Awesome to see all the mountains and waterfalls. Really Cool tour. Would recommend.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: So Cal Beaches
Food was excellent and the show was anything but ordinary.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: So Cal Beaches
The Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto was enjoyable. I recommend taking the last cruise and then going to the Smith Luau.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Not really what i had expected. I found it to be rather boring. Would have really liked to see more of the Men dances than there was. Didn't really care for all the other country style dances was really looking for more of a Hawaiian, Polnysian style luau. The fire dance was cool. Think kids would find this show rather boring. The plantation was really really pretty i would recommend that you tour that.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
This tour was great! Our snorkel guide Paul was very knowledgable about the island and all the creatures in the ocean. He was able to look around underwater and find things to show us that he thought we would enjoy. Would absolutely recommend as a "must go to" activity.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Better than expected, best laua I've been to. The gardens are beautiful, go early so you can spend some time walking around the beautiful location.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Not what I expected, could have skipped it to spend more time at the Smith's laua.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
This was one of the highlights of my whole trip! But first the bad stuff:
Be prepared that riding in a small zodiac very quickly through the extremely bumpy, choppy Pacific Ocean is not for the faint of heart!! You're basically holding on for dear life to a rope and you're bumping and bopping all over the place as you're speeding through the ocean. And then it rains and those drops sting you're eyes as you're speeding in a boat. If you even THINK you have a sore back or neck DO NOT do this! My boyfriend and I are both in excellent shape and we both still had soreness in our backs and butts for two days afterward from the boat ride and our knuckles were rubbed raw from holding onto the rope (we should have used the gloves the captain offered us!).
But it was SO worth it!! We even boated over a whole group of dolphins and you're seeing them way up close and personal in this zodiac rather than on a big high boat. It was so amazing!! The snorkeling is wonderful, the Na Pali Coast is
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
I was disappointed to learn that 80% of ride would be through tunnels - I pictured we'd have some tunnels but mostly be having a nice trip through Kauai scenery. It was still lots of fun though!!
Though the guide said there was over 50 miles of irrigation ditches, but that the tour is only through 2 1/2 miles, so it's not a very long trip. There's a nature walk before hand and picnic lunch after. But for the money, I'd rather skip both those and do the irrigation ride twice, or at least have a much, much longer ride.
I was still pretty fun and I would definitely recommend this to families but it's definitely way expensive for what you get. The water is freezing cold, so be prepared.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Jim Bowler
The mountain tubing adventure is appropriately named. You find yourself navigating old irrigation channels that are now used for water reclamation. We had a group of thirteen including young teens through middle aged adults. Everyone had a great time. It is one of those experiences that is different, fun and one where you can control the pace. The staff is very friendly and fun loving. It makes for a very nice experience. I would recommend it particularly for groups.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: David
This was the best luau we attended the whole trip. Very hospitable. The grounds were beautiful and the food and service were great. The show was very professional and very entertaining. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Kauai.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Brandi C.
These guys were fun and made us feel like we were in the company of friends! Great time with and amazing group of guides and staff.....thanks guys you were THE BEST adventure company we expierenced on the island!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: David
A very informative excursion. Truly relaxing and the staff were insightful and fun. Would highly recommend this to anyone.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Tom and Lori
We could not pass up the opportunity to tell you Thank You for this Great experience! The group of people who put on this Luau need a giant pat on the back or better yet a big hug. They really put on a great show and it is clear they have fun doing it. Please tell them Thank you. By the way... we really adored the little pregnant hula girl. Aloha.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We attended two different evening Laua's on the island, but the SMITH'S was the best!!!
We really enjoyed ourselves from start to finish!
A Great Cap to our trip!
THANKS!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We are first time snorkelers and we loved it. Our guide Kelsey made easier for us, and all the gear, and wet suite has helped a lot. Highly recommended.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Chris & Wan
We've been snorkeling before, but none were as personalized as the one we had on this trip. Our guides, Paul and Jack, were very light-hearted, funny, but extremely careful when it came to the safety of our snorkelers. You could tell they truly enjoyed being our guides, and they lived and breathed what Kauai offered. The trip was very special and personal to my wife and me, because our guides brought us to places, and pointed out creatures we would never have seen or held by ourselves. And although their jobs were to entertain and teach us about snorkeling, they were equally committed to the well-being of the sea life (e.g., the sea turtles), giving clear directions and explanations for how we were to be responsible for our actions around them.
Snacks and tips on other great sites to see in Kauai followed the swim. Thanks for the fun, Paul and Jack!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Very unique experience - and a great time! I would not recommend this to people older than 75 as there are a few areas where you can potentially fall out of your tube. Its a blast though - we had a lot of fun!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Spectacular setting! I've been to many luaus before and this one has the best scenery. Well organized and excellent food! I was slightly disappointed in the show as it was lower energy than others I've attended. I didn't like the way they captured ALL the cultures (Chinese, Japanese, Phillipines) as I felt it brought the energy of the entire show down and removed itself from being "Hawaiian". Over all though - we had a great time.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We thought the Fern Grotto was beautiful and the river cruise scenery was spectacular. Entertainment on board was so so.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Bill from Niles IL
We have been to many luaus on all the islands and this is one of the best. The food was plentiful and very enjoyable. The host and his father 2nd and 3rd generation we very informative and available to every one. They worked the tables and made sure everyone felt at home.
The entertainment during dinner was continuious. We even had a couple get engaged after the hula class. Very sweet.The bar service was fast and the special drinks well prepared.
The entertainment was very professional and varied dances form the different pacific islands. The special effects were just great.
Would we go back. In a heart beat.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Chris & Wan
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this event - it wasn't only a Luau, but you learned of the culture, flora, and food. The food was OUTSTANDING! The hosts gave a thorough description of the foods, and how to eat them. The pig was very juicy, and salted to perfection. And even though the Poi was bland (as it should be), it had a distinctive and very interesting taste that perked our senses. The free mai-tais didn't hurt either! : )
The show ran a bit longer than we expected, but after a few drinks, it may have just seemed longer. The quality of dance, special effects, and entertainment was high, and the fire dude rocked the house (one of the best we've seen).
Mahalo Smith's!
Chris & Wan
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Jen
The Smith family embraces you with their Hawaiian charm as soon as you meet them! The river trip to the Fern Grotto was a beautiful experience. We were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary so when the singers sang the Hawaiian Wedding Song it was very special! The Hula dancer on-board was not only beautiful, but very talented as well. Even my husband participated in the learning of the Hula dance - much to my delight! I would do this trip again if ever given the chance. Truly memorable!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
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