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 |
Reviewed by: Shenoy
We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the sunset Cruise. We had a small group, and it honestly felt like a private cruise. The drinks were amazing, and the view even better! Louis explained the history of the place as we cruised by, and it made the experience a memorable one for sure! Thank you!!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2020/01/13 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Ginny
Our guides were wonderful. They put us at ease. And had our safety and comfort in mind at all times. (Bonus points for the ukelele) The tour and history lesson on the way to the site as well as on our return was fascinating as well.
An adventure we will never forget.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Fran Deck
Our family had so much fun and our guides were awesome...Thanks for everything!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/19 |
Reviewed by: ペンちゃん
ガイドさんがとても良かったです。ワイメア渓谷は雲1つなく、シダの洞窟も今の時期のほうが数倍綺麗でした。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2020/01/08 |
Activity Date: | 2020/01/05 |
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 |
Reviewed by: philip Lockett
Just an outstanding experience. This was our first time scuba diving. The instructors made our day a once in a lifetime experience.
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Packages: | Introductory Two-Tank Dive [with Gear] - Beginner Divers |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/04 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/12 |
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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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/04 |
Activity Date: | 2020/01/01 |
Reviewed by: Bill
My daughter was in a wheelchair and they were very accommodating
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Packages: | Discover Kauai Flight [45 min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/04 |
Activity Date: | 2020/01/01 |
Reviewed by: JLR
This was the most exciting family vacation excursion we have taken. Such a great adventure with great staff. Can’t wait to go again!
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Packages: | Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2020/01/04 |
Activity Date: | 2020/01/01 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Steve
We had a great time doing this. The guys were super friendly and relaxed and nice. My brother and I had some experience with scuba, but our kids--ages 16, 13 and 11--did not. It was a quick orientation and we were in the water. We walked right in off the beach. The kids did great. My son had a little trouble being comfortable breathing through a regulator, but still enjoyed it. He just stayed up closer to the surface. The other two had no difficulty with it at all. I was actually surprised at all the different fish we saw. It's not like you're swimming with hundreds of fish all around you, but that's just not available in an outing like this. But it was a great experience that all of us enjoyed and it didn't have to be an all-day commitment.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/12/29 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/23 |
Reviewed by: RheaKerby
Vulker our guide was so nice. We were in a smaller group and were able to walk behind the waterfall for a truly unique experience. I highly recommend.
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Packages: | Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/12/29 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: MML
Great trip! Perfect conditions for this trip. Scenery was jaw dropping and guides were friendly, knowledgeable, competent and funny as heck! Highly recommend for enjoyable family excursion. Definitely bring your bug spray as the mosquitoes love tourists!
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Packages: | Ride with a Guide (ATV) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/12/25 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/22 |
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 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Sherri
Very entertaining. The seating during the show were very uncomfortable, however.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/12/14 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/20 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
This was so much fun!! So glad we booked this experience.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/12/13 |
Activity Date: | 2019/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Craig Cullen
This is one Adventure we do every time we come to Kauai we have the best time everybody should do it. One of the best parts is when you go into the tunnel and they turn off all the lights and it's so dark you can't even see your hand in front of your face
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/12/04 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/25 |
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.
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 |
Reviewed by: Dave
it was a long day with many stops. some were worth the stop and some were not. if the tour drove straight to the canyon and then to the river, then It may have been worth the cost.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/08 |
Reviewed by: あしか
皆さん書いていた通り、解説が英語なので、わかればもっと楽しめたのかと思います。
いい体験ではありましたが、金額が高い。
以前テレビで見たヘリコプターからの映像が素晴らしかったので、想像していた通りかそれ以下だと思ってしまいました。
一回体験したらもういいかな。
ドアなしのヘリコプターに乗れば迫力あったのかも、と今は思っています。
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Packages: | 基本プラン |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/12/02 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/26 |
Reviewed by: DrJPaulWede
My wife and I had a fun and entertaining experience at the Smith Family Luau. Transportation by bus was prompt from the Nawiliwili cruise pier. We were greeted with shell leis and had a quick tram tour of the gardens. My wife absolutely loved taking photos of the gardens flora. After the tram ride we watched the roasted pig be unearthed from the underground cooking pit. Then we went to the large pavilion where pre-dinner cocktails were served. I saw the crowd and said to myself “oh brother”, but the bartenders had a system set up that made the lines move quickly and getting drinks was no problem. We we called up by tables for the buffet, which also moved quickly, and the authentic Hawaiian fare was delicious! During this time we were entertained with Hawaiian music and dance. After the delicious food and drink, we walked over to the amphitheater to view the evening dance entertainment. As it was well after dark, the stage was lit and had a live band playing most of the dance numbers. We were treated to native Hawaiian, Tahitian, Philippine, Japanese, and Maori dances. After the show, we made our way to the buses and back to the pier. The entire experience took about 4 hours.
Recommendations include wearing bug spray, especially for the outdoor show, and if you would like a leisurely, extensive tour of the gardens, get there before 5 o’clock, to beat the crowds and the sunset.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Veltra. When we got to the site, the operators mistakenly charged us for transportation, which had already been paid in the original purchase. As we were a “captive audience” at the time, I went ahead and paid it again, and would sort it out later. The next day, I received an email from Veltra stating that they caught the error, and would refund the amount to my credit card. A few days later, I received the credited amount. I didn’t have to lift a finger. Now that’s proactive customer service!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/12/01 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: JRJ
Food at this luau was the best we have ever had., but no view of ocean. Evening was spent on side of resort inside a large tent. Thought we would have ocean views. Had to walk around to the back side of the resort to view the ocean. Dancers were average but entertaining.
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Packages: | VIP Seating |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/30 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: JRJ
This was a pleasant day with family. Guides were awesome and informative. Would do this again.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/30 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/06 |
Reviewed by: JRJ
We have been to Hawaii 17 times and been on other ATV tours. This is our favorite tour. We live in Colorado, have our own ATVs and ride them in the Rocky Mountains. Kipu Ranch had new Kawasaki Teryx ATVs which were fun to drive with slippery (in spots) hilly terrain. Nice ride. Friendly capable guides.
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Packages: | Early Bird Special Deal! (7:00 AM Tour) - ATV for 2 to 4 people |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/30 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/05 |
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 |
Reviewed by: みずほの住人
夫婦二人で参加させてもらいました。英語が分からず他に日本からの参加者も居ないようで不安でしたが、スタッフの方海外から参加された方が、とても気さくに優しく接してくれて楽しく過ごせました、飲み物も美味しく、雄大なナパリ・コーストの風景に圧倒されました!夕日も綺麗で、本当に楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。ただ残念だったのは、イルカとクジラに会いたかったなという事です。機会があればまた参加したいです!✌️
We are elated to hear it! Thank you so much for joining us out on the water! Mahalo and Aloha
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Packages: | 基本プラン* |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/11/17 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/13 |
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 |
Reviewed by: chamo
カウアイ島に10日間の滞在の3日目に参加させてもらいましたが、
初めてカウアイ島に行く人はぜひ参加すべき!
ほぼ一日遊べてクタクタになりますが、
充実感と思い出作り、インスタ映えにも最適!
・感想 / 気に入ったところ
ーとにかく楽しかった。カウアイ島に初めて行く人は絶対に行くべき!
夫婦で大はしゃぎでした。
ー洞窟のほぼ入り口まで行き停まってくれるので、写真もゆっくり撮れます
し、クルーの方が積極的に撮ってくれます。僕らの時は、洞窟、イルカ、断
崖絶壁、サンセットタイムの4回、10-15分ほど停泊して撮影できました。
ーあの圧巻の断崖絶壁を観れたのは最高でした。そして、運よく10-20頭のイルカの群れにも囲まれたのも最高でした。
・アドバイス
ークルーザーの先端に座らせてもらいましょう。めちゃ楽しいです。
ーそして、とにかくズブ濡れになります!ので、上下含めて濡れてもよい格好にした方がいいです。顔もビシャビシャになるので、メイクにも気をつけて。濡れても染みないリュックにタオルを入れていった方がいいです。
ー焼けたくない人は、クルーザーの中にずっと入っているか、長袖マストの帽子も紐付きをオススメ。サングラスは全員マストでしょう。
ーツアーはフル英語で何を言ってるか分からないですが、特段必要な会話はジェスチャーで通じるのでご安心を。
ー朝9時くらい?に出発の戻りが18時か19時頃でした。
帰ってきたらお店回りもほぼ閉まっていて、薄暗かったです。
車の停車場所はお忘れなく。
Thank you so much for joining us and for taking the time to let us know what you thought of your experience! We are beaming and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
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Packages: | 基本プラン* |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/11 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/14 |
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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.