Reviewed by: Becky / John
We had the best day!!! From the beautiful weather, the calm kayak conditions, the lush hiking environment, the spectacular falls and our amazing guide Justice, we could not have had a better experience. Justice was incredibly friendly, super knowledgeable, funny (dad jokes lol), patient and an overall great guide who thoroughly enjoys what he does.
As novice kayakers, we had no issues but the river was very calm with very little wind.
As intermediate hikers we found the trail fairly easy to navigate as long as we were mindful on the rocks and roots. On the hike, you WILL get muddy and you WILL get wet crossing 4 streams and 1 river but it’s all worth it once you reach the breathtaking falls.
The lunch supplied by the tour was pretty good too as we picnicked at the falls.
Hiking shoes/sandals or running shoes are best. For anyone with mobility issues, they may find parts of the hike difficult.
We would highly recommend this tour as it was the highlight of our time on Kauai!!
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/11 |
Activity Date: | 2024/04/10 |
Reviewed by: Angela
It was my first time on a boat in the ocean. The captain and crew were attentive and friendly.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/09 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Jamie Straatsma
My husband and two teenagers loved this kayak adventure! Our guides were very friendly, funny and calm. Jay was very informative and gave us a wonderful history lesson on the island and its culture. He did a wonderful job preparing us for our journey and guiding us through the river and ocean. We did make the journey to the farthest beach on the ocean and it was well worth it! We snorkeled with some sea turtles and enjoyed our time at the beach.
It was a great way to finish up our trip on Kauai. I appreciate all that our guides did to inform us and keep us safe as well as teach us about the island and its culture. I would highly recommend this!
Aloha Jamie,
You went on our other "Secret Tour"!
Our Hanalei Blue Lagoon is slowly getting more recognition and Jay and our other rive/ocean guides are very responsible for this trend.
Jay is great in the field and to work with and as the summer season comes up with us, often is guiding and sea kayaking the more rigorous Na Pali coast.
Thanks for sharing your kind words, as I will with Jay.
Stay active and well.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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Packages: | South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/04/08 |
Activity Date: | 2024/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Reid Johnson
The guide was excellent, the river and surroundings were breathtaking. Unfortunately, high winds and a rising river stopped our paddles without ever seeing the falls. Weather is unpredictable, but since we paddled twice as hard against the winds, it was exhausting. Thought there might be a discount of some kind since our 4 hr. tour only lasted 2 1/2. Better luck next time, I guess. Would do it again with better conditions.
Aloha Reid,
Man proposes and the the gods dispose!
All our guides are excellent and do a great job in not only sharing the cultural and natural history of the area, but most important keeping you safe in questionable weather.
We do offer a discount when weather conspires and abbreviates a tour. Veltra should be extending a discount; if not, you know how to reach us.
Stay well and look forward to your return.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/07 |
Activity Date: | 2024/04/05 |
Reviewed by: KW
Had awesome guides, great group we were paired with. Highly recommend for those that like adventure. Do not recommend for elderly or young children
Aloha KW,
For the active senior and don't take children under 6.
Are guides are truly awesome as you discovered and do a great job imparting the natural and cultural history of the area, while keep you safe and sound.
Thanks for the 5 stars and looking forward to seeing you on our other tours, or this one, …yet again.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/06 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Terry McRoberts
Great river tour boat ride when wind on the island was difficult elesewhere. Great service!!
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Packages: | Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/04/06 |
Activity Date: | 2024/04/04 |
Reviewed by: Todd
Save, Richard, and James were awesome! The lines were exciting and our guides were great with our kids, including a timid seven year old.
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Packages: | Daytime Zipline |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2024/04/05 |
Activity Date: | 2024/04/03 |
Reviewed by: KW
Great luau! A little late for our 3 and 5 year old (no dinner, just the show). But they slept on the benches with our jackets and we were able to enjoy the show. Next time, I would plan this later in the trip than our 2nd night so the kids could have enjoyed it more. Jet lag was tough on the little ones!
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Packages: | Show Only Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2024/04/05 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Lana
Everyone should be so fortunate to experience this cruise - Na Pali is Majestic and beyond Beautiful, the entire ride over was relaxing, and the crew were informative, funny and passionate about sharing the wonders of the place they call home. This IS paradise. Go on this cruise, you will never forget this wonderous, magical place and you will feel blessed to have experienced it at least once in your life. Enjoy!!!!
Aloha Lana! Thank you so much for this amazing feedback. Our crew is so happy to see this and we really appreciate you folks on recommending us! We hope to see you folks again!
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Packages: | Morning Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Lana
We were so fortunate to have our guide all to ourselves. He was so informative, patient, and watchful to make sure we had the best experience. The kayaking was challenging but Fun!!, The Hike to the waterfall was also challenging!! Never crossed a small river hanging on to a rope!!! It was Amazing!!!! You haven't really lived until you have lived this Adventure!! 100% worth every minute and every penny!! This was a birthday present for our son and it wound up being a present for all of us.
Aloha Lana,
Yep a rope is always nice especially when crossing a thigh high river.
Glad you enjoyed the guide and the personal touch and we are looking forward to seeing you back.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
Stay well and active.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide.
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Brandy Nannini
Our Makana tour with Capt Mike, Lionel and his brother was AMAZING. The crew was friendly, energetic, full of historical facts and catered to every person's needs. The boat was sturdy and powered across the Pacific with ease and no one got seasick In fact, it was almost like a roller coaster ride at times and so much fun. We had the perfect "winter summer day" with great conditions for snorkeling, going inside a sea cave and heading close to shore. We highly recommend this tour and will absolutely do it again when we return. It was the best part of our vacation and we loved every minute!
Aloha Brandy! We're so grateful for your recommendation and choosing Makana Charters for your Napali Coast tour. Captain Mike , Lionel, and Elijah they are going to be thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to welcome you back on board for another adventure!
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Packages: | Afternoon Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/30 |
Reviewed by: よっちゃん
カウアイ島の行きたかった場所を効率よく回れて、とても良いツアーでした。
ドライバー兼ガイドさんのおもてなし、技術がとても高いと感じました。
日本語でも気さくに話しかけてくださいました。
英語なのですべて理解はできませんでしたが、バス内でもとてと楽しませていただきました。
リバークルーズも、生演奏が聴けてとてもよかったです。
ランチも付いていて、カウアイコーヒーにも立ち寄れたので充実した一日でした。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/31 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Kees
We had so much fun doing outrigger canoeing! Our instructor (sorry, don’t remember his name) was so nice. He was good at telling us what we needed to do when we needed to do it. On our first run, we were able to coast almost all the way to the beach. We went out and back I think 4 times. We did have some problems finding where we were supposed to go because the directions were a bit u clear. But we planned ahead and still got there on time. So glad we did this. We would to do it again next time we visit Kaua’i. I wouldn’t mind taking surfing lessons from our same instructor too. All in all, great time had by all.
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Packages: | Outrigger Canoe Ride |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/29 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Glaiza Farnal
It was a great experience. Staff are very nice and accommodating
Aloha Gaza! We are so happy for your amazing feedback, it means the world to us! Thank you so much for joining us and sending this stunning photo!
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Packages: | Morning Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/23 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
Reviewed by: yuri
リバークルーズとシダの洞窟観光の1つで2回楽しめるツアーです。シダの洞窟では少し歩くので森林浴にもなり、カイルアの自然を思う存分楽しめました。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/22 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/21 |
Reviewed by: SL
Fantastic! Would book again next time in Kauai! Pilot was very informative and knowledgeable about the terrain. View and phenomenal and the pictures were beautiful and clear with the doors off.
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Packages: | Doors-off Flight Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/16 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Brandon
Had a great time, and our tour guide was great. Calm water during the kayak, easy hike, and refreshing swim at the Secret Falls.
Aloha Brandon,
Since you did not mention a particular guide, will assume you are extolling all our guides.
Glad you enjoyed the river calm and the easy hike.
A swim in the pool below the falls is always electric.
Thanks for sharing.
Stay active and healthy.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/14 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Danita Docka
The meal was lacking in authentic Hawaiian foods. The drinks were too sweet.
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Packages: | Standard Hawaiian Package (with Poipu Transportation) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Mike P.
Kanoe and the rest of the team were amazing: Very enthusiastic, very funny, and very informative! Plantation tubing is an experience I would definitely recommend to anyone who's visiting Kaua`i. Thank you so much for making our vacation trip so memorable!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Whitney Hamp
Seriously amazing! Great drinks! Captain and bartender were very personable and informational! Fun trip!
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Packages: | Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/06 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/05 |
Reviewed by: NJN
Great staff! Very enjoyable adventure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Packages: | Zip & Splash - Adrenaline Course (4 Lines) |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2024/03/05 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/26 |
Reviewed by: Tina B
The cruise was very relaxing and informative about the hawaiian culture as you make your way to the fern grotto thru some of the most beautiful views, you also will enjoy some beautiful singing and dancing as you cruise to a beautiful waterfalls.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/03 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
Reviewed by: San Francisco
The Smith family really made you feel like “Ohana”. They were very welcoming and embraced and welcomed each and every guest with a pooka lai; photo, tram tour, exhibition on how pig was prepared and cooking process; unlimited buffet style meal with authentic cultural entrees, desserts and “poi”; and evening entertainment.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Jason
We had such an amazing time! If your lucky enough to get guides Cousin Kemo and Cousin Giggles then your in for a treat. They were both super friendly and very knowledgeable about the area and sites. I loved the waterfall and the fact we got to go swimming in the pond and under the waterfall! Next time we are on the island I will definitely book this tour again.
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Packages: | TERYX ATV Group Package: Driver + Adult Passenger |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Sara
Super impressed! Our guides were the BEST! We learned so much and got to see and take in, feel so much beauty all while being physically active. The value of it all was so worth it. This adventure was epic, I will never forget it!! Thank you!
Aloha Sara,
Thanks for helping us celebrate 40 years at the "helm"
All our tours, from ocean to rivers often combine some lower and upper body exercise.
And our guides truly love what they do and love sharing their particular brand of aloha.
Stay well and active and retain those memories.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/28 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The views you get to see are unreal, Kauai is very wet with gorgeous falls hidden away!
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Packages: | Doors-Off Helicopter Flight (45-50 minutes) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Front Row was definitely worth the additional fare, I have never seen sights as gorgeous!!
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Packages: | Amazing Helicopter Flight (45-50 minutes) - First Class Front Seating |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Amazing that although a larger catamaran, you still get within the caves! Phenomenal day!
Aloha Kara! We are so happy to you had a Phenomenal day on our larger catamaran. Thank you again for joining us we really appreciate it!
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Packages: | Morning Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/11 |
Reviewed by: Ulli
It was a perfect day for my wife and me. Very well organized and the pilot was very helpful and kindly. Took time to show us all aspects of security. Gave a lot of explanations during the flight. Many thanks for this outstanding trip
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Packages: | Doors-off Flight Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Renee
A great way to experience surfing! Perfect for 2-3 people. Paddle captain was very friendly, helpful, and able to share lots of information. As with any outdoor activity, it is dependent on weather and conditions. Unfortunately, our morning had very calm seas. We were able to catch a few good waves, so not a complete bust!
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Packages: | Outrigger Canoe Ride |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/21 |
Activity Date: | 2024/01/27 |
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Aloha Becky/John,
Kudos….for a wonderful review that give folks a good idea of what to expect and what to bring.
We are fond of saying, "embrace the mud" and be ready for a fun, safe and informative outing with great guides such as Justice.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
Stay well and active and hope to see you back or on our other tours.
A hui hou,
Micco
PS Thanks for sharing this same review on Trip Advisor.