Reviewed by: Trevor
This wasn't nearly as exciting as I had hoped. I wanted it to be more energetic and intense, but it was actually very calm and relaxing. Our guide Lucky was absolutely terrific! The staff was fun, I really enjoyed everything they told us about the island, they were very knowledgeable and helpful.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/04/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/04/09 |
Reviewed by: Trevor
The kayaking part was nice, not too difficult. The hike was a nice hike, not quite a casual walk down a straight path but also not too difficult. I enjoyed having our guide Jesse there to explain things to us as we hiked, he was a good guide. He got stuck talking to just one individual of our group a few times and it was hard to hear what he was saying sometimes. The waterfall was nice, there were a lot of boulders in the water so be careful! Lots of other people from other tours on the same path made it a bit crowded.
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/04/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Roxie
It was good
, but seemed better in years past
The dancing was nice pictures were a little bit to expensive
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/04/15 |
Activity Date: | 2017/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Linsey
This is a great tour for those that want an easy, non-strenuous ride up and back on the river. I just did not enjoy being packed in with that many people to see the attraction after hiking and adventuring all week and then going on a garden tour directly before this one. I thought it was the only way to get to the grotto, and didn't like being herded in a huge group to see the ferns and hurry and take a photo. We really wished we knew that renting kayaks from the same company was an option because that looked way more our style. Aside from that, the staff was nice and gave an informative tour and musical entertainment for the ride. Best suited for older or more conservative tourists.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/03/26 |
Activity Date: | 2017/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Lois jenken
Enjoyed the river cruise very much
It was nice to see some traditional dancers and music and the grotto was definitely worth seeing
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/03/25 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Lois jenken
Would highly recommend as the food was great and loved the music and the show
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/03/25 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Brooke
This was one of my husband and I's adventures here in Kauai for our honeymoon! We had a wonderful time and would recommend! Great exercise, tan, and got to see lots of ocean life while snorkeling!
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Packages: | South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/03/20 |
Activity Date: | 2017/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Debra
We had our first flight cancelled. So it was worth the wait. Beth was our pilot. She is a third generation pilot with her grandmother being first. She has 11 yrs of experience. She answered all questions. She explained every place that she flew over.
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Packages: | Standard Seating Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/03/16 |
Activity Date: | 2017/03/09 |
Reviewed by: Neal Reader
Beautiful boat trip up the Wailua River, scenery and stories of the area spectacular.
Fern Grotto an incredible natural creation. Well worth the money.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Neal Reader
Excellent faciltilies, food and service was great. Show after dinner was awesome.
Only complaing not enough time to explore the gardens before Luau.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Duane
We were experienced riders or would have rated it great. We understand why its so structured, meaning follow the leader. All kind of bad things could happen with new riders. Couldnt beat the views. The Utvs were in good mechanical condition.
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Packages: | Early Bird Special Deal! (7:00 AM Tour) - ATV for 2 to 4 people |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/02/20 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Duane
Guides were great. Just be aware the actual time in the water probably closer to an hour. You will also spin more than you might have anticipated as you bounce off side walls. Going through the caves was cool.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/02/19 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/16 |
Reviewed by: Duane
All 4 of us able to have window seats of the beautiful island.
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Packages: | Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/02/19 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/16 |
Reviewed by: Ron M
Not bad. Food and entertainment in different areas. We have been to a few on the beach on Oahu and Maui that were excellent. This one rates OK. Nice grounds but came for Luau.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/18 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Ron M
Nice river cruise. Did it before going to our Luau next door
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/18 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/25 |
Reviewed by: RobertH
The location was very hard to find. Price was fair. The man entertaining was kinda corny. I was expecting more.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/02/04 |
Reviewed by: Leslie B.
Four of us thoroughly enjoyed the river cruise to fern grotto and Smith Family Luau experience afterwards. We had researched luaus on the Hawaiian Islands, and I am convinced we found the ideal one. Loved the gardens and cultural dance show!
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Packages: | River Cruise & Tropical Luau Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/16 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/16 |
Reviewed by: Diane & Barry
Fantastic time. The guide was knowledgeable and a lot of fun to be with. Thank you for sharing a part of your beautiful island with us. Diane & Barry (Canada).
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Packages: | Koloa Plantation Tour - Two Passenger ATV |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/11 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/21 |
Reviewed by: ohiofirekids
He most beatiful views I have ever seen!!....will definitely return!!
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/02/11 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/17 |
Reviewed by: itlbfun
The luau is just average. The show portion of the luau is in a "theater" type setting making it seem removed from the luau. The food was ok. They did try hard to accommodate my food allergy and prepared a separate plate for me.
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Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/01/30 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/27 |
Reviewed by: itlbfun
Not like it was 28 years ago. You are distanced fron dancers by stadium seating. Imu pig was good but the rest of the food was jusr adequate. Show wasn't spectular either.
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Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/01/28 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Hughes Family
It was great. The food options were incredible. Vegan menu items were a bonus. It was a fun, entertaining evening in a beautiful setting. We enjoyed the family feeling.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/01/27 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Hughes Family
It was the ride of a lifetime! We all enjoyed it and the scenery was great. Interesting narrative as well
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Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/01/27 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Randi Ellenbest
We went to this luau with our two adult daughters. It was such a beautiful place to explore! We were able to walk around and take pictures. The dinner was good and nicely displayed. There was a little of something for everyone to like. The show was very good and entertaining. It got a little hard to sit for that long on the forward slanted seating though. I would recommend for a fun night.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/01/14 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Virginia
Such a great experience- travel up the Wailua River, learn about history (Hawaiian and movie), visit the beautiful fern grotto, and learn the hula on your boat ride back to the dock. Easygoing and enchanting, photographic and peaceful.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/01/13 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Shandzl
Wow, what a wonderful experience! The fern grotto was breathtaking and I loved how they taught us how to hula!
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2017/01/09 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/05 |
Reviewed by: Phil
Nice crew, entertainment (Hula and hawaiian music)
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
On a lovely sunny morning the cruise up the Wailua river to the Fern Grotto was a lovely experience. The entertainment was delightful and all staff friendly and helpful. Explanations about the history and nature were good.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/12/27 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
This was amazing & worth every penny. The hike was challenging because of the slippery, muddy, sloping terrain, but everybody in the group managed it without a problem. We had a blast. The staff were super!
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Packages: | South & West Kauai Hotels |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/12/26 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
Beautiful, interesting, very enjoyable. Crew were wonderful!
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/12/26 |
Activity Date: | 2016/12/22 |
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Hi Duane, so glad you enjoyed, we appreciate your feedback, Mahalo! Ellen