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344 reviews

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

A knowledge guide with a great sense of humor made it such a great experience!

Reviewed by: Libby V

The waterfall is beautiful, the river is stunning in its peaceful beauty. The guide was so knowledgeable, engaging and funny; the food was so tasty! (I need to get the name of the place they got it from;-). Great experience overall, strongly recommend!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Libby, Thanks for taking the time to let us all know we are doing a good job. Makes it all worth it. Shoot us all when/if we ever loose our sense humor. Moral of the story is you can have fun and also be safe. Our caterer is Passions Bakery: https://www.passionbakeries.com/?v=7516fd43adaa

Stay well...and keep laughing and soon we wil be up and about.

A hui hou.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2020/12/28
Activity Date: 2020/12/01

Learn How to Surf - Kauai Surfing School at Poipu Beach

Fun friendly and memorable

Reviewed by: Julia

Our host Sparky was really interested in our experience levels and kept on reminding us on how to surf,, I will always remember our fun morning! He taught us so much!
Thank you!

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Packages: Group Lesson
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/11/21
Activity Date: 2020/11/19

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!

Reply from activity provider

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: 2020/11/19
Activity Date: 2020/11/16

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: 2020/03/16
Activity Date: 2020/03/11

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!

Reply from activity provider

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: 2020/03/16
Activity Date: 2020/02/18

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.

Reply from activity provider

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: 2020/02/18
Activity Date: 2020/02/10

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Best Snuba dive ever!

Reviewed by: Heidi J

If you go to Kauai this is a must do, there is nothing like it!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/01/25
Activity Date: 2020/01/02

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!

Reply from activity provider

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: 2020/01/05
Activity Date: 2020/01/01

Introductory Two-Tank Kauai Scuba Diving Boat Tour (from Poipu)

Perfect scuba diving experience

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

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Great experience with kids

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

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

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: 2019/12/04
Activity Date: 2019/10/07

Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure

Amazing!

Reviewed by: LJenkins

We loved this tour! The guides were awesome and very helpful! I was really nervous, but they put me at ease and were very encouraging. The scenery was beautiful throughout the kayaking and the hiking. I would highly recommend this tour!! One of the favorite things we did in Kauai!

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Packages: Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/08/26
Activity Date: 2019/08/21

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

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Amazing time in the water and memories enough to last a lifetime!

Reviewed by: Amanda

SNUBA was absolutely amazing!! Our guide Kevin talked me out of my anxiety attack to continue with the most exciting activity we did the whole time in Hawaii! Cannot wait to do it again!!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/08/19
Activity Date: 2019/08/15

Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure

Good time!

Reviewed by: Florez family

This was a fun and interesting experience. Our guide Presley was knowledgeable and kept the adventure running smoothly. The kayak ride and hike takes you through beautiful Kauai country. The lunch was good too. Don’t forget the bug spray!!

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Packages: Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/08/11
Activity Date: 2019/08/03

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: 2019/07/29
Activity Date: 2019/07/25

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

Great time

Reviewed by: Ron Z

This was a great time. This was our first time in kayak and we did awesome as our guide said. The hike to the falls was muddy but well worth it. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a little adventure.

Reply from activity provider

Thanks Ron for a nice review. Summer "dryness" has arrived and the trail is a wee bit less muddy. Thanks for warning folks about the mud.
Stay paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/07/27
Activity Date: 2019/03/27

Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

Awesome Excursion!!!

Reviewed by: MarkFlannery

We had such an amazing time in Kauai, but one of our favorite events was the Kayak and Snorkel excursion up the Hanalei River Anne snorkeling on the reef. Our guides, Lisa and Steve, did amazing jobs. I’d highly recommend it to anyone!

Reply from activity provider

Mark...usually reply to review in a timely fashion. May have been paddling myself.

We are in the summer calms and the snorkeling has been dynamite.

We are waiting for your return.

Thanks for a nice review.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

  • Great times!!!

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Packages: South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/07/27
Activity Date: 2018/02/09

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: 2019/07/27
Activity Date: 2019/07/16

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Jlt

This was an excellent way to explore the ocean without having experience in scuba diving. Kevin was patient, informative, and an overall great guide. My only advice is to consider the excursion before committing. The water can be a bit rough and there is a good deal of information to consider. My wife backed out at the last minute but she was also on the fence about going in the first place. My 15 and 11 year old had a great time as did I.

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/04
Activity Date: 2019/06/28

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

BEST DAY EVER!

Reviewed by: Renee

A beautiful, unique, and memorable experience. The guide was friendly and helpful, everyone was able to paddle up the river at their own pace, the river is lined with greenery, but the real treats were the hike along a gorgeous trail with amazing foliage and, of course, the waterfall. Swimming in the pool at the base of the waterfall and looking up at the water pouring over the cliff is an experience like no other. I went with my teenage daughter on a beautiful sunny day. There were no significant recent rains, so the trail was not muddy or slippery and the hike wasn't strenuous at all. I highly recommend this tour!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Renee,

Glad you enjoyed our Wailua River paddle and hike to the Sacred Falls with your daughter.

Yes it’s pretty classic and you gave a really nice review. Thanks for taking the time and until our trails cross.

Stay paddling and hiking.

Aloha,

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/06/22
Activity Date: 2019/06/19

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

We had a fabulous time with Kevin, Jackson and Makaio!

Reviewed by: Brown-Wittstock

What a great experience! We loved every minute of it and wished we could have stayed out all day!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/06/09
Activity Date: 2019/06/06

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

Had a great time

Reviewed by: Nicole

Even with the rain it was a blast... wear proper shoes they will get muddy!!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Nicole,

Without rain you could not have rainbows.

Thanks for warning people about shoes.

Until our trails meet again.

Thanks for taking the time.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/06
Activity Date: 2019/04/29

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

Sacred Falls Kayak and Hike

Reviewed by: Tena

We very much enjoyed the kayak and hike to Sacred Falls! Our guide Dustin was outstanding! He shared his knowledge of the area and kept us entertained with his jokes throughout the tour. The hike is muddy so wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet and dirty.
We would definitely do this activity again!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Tena,

Dustin is on a roll. One out of every 3 honorable mentions this month, has Dustin's name affixed.

That said all our guides I can humbly say, "Do an outstanding job!".

Thanks for warning others about the property shoes to wear.

Stay paddling and hiking.

Thanks again for sharing.

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/19
Activity Date: 2019/04/16

Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

Rain can't stop a good time.

Reviewed by: Holly P

A warm rain fell, off and on during our float up the river, but since we were going to get wet anyhow, it didn't matter. Our guides, Web and Dan, were very attentive and funny. And knowledgeable about what we were seeing along the way.

One thing that was different from our expectation, but didn't matter too much, was that since the road past Hanalei is closed indefinitely due to a storm, the guides had to park and load things in different spots than normal, which added to the walk to the beach.

I would recommend this trip to anyone who likes fun flatwater kayaking, and great snorkeling on the north coast of Kaua'i.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Holly,

Thanks for your nice review. You were the beneficiary of our "dream team" , i.e. Web and Dan who also guide our all day sea kayak tour along Na Pali coast during the summer.

Thanks for warning others that, due to last years flood, has forced us to take a 1/4 mile walk along beautiful Hanale Bay.

Sometime in the next few months we are told that the road to the river mouth, where we generally launch, will be open once again.d

Thanks again for taking the time to share with others.

The Hanalei River and Bay has to be one of the more beautiful places on the planet.

A hui hou,

Micco

  • Web (Hardy) and Dan (Laurel) our great guides

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Packages: South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/12
Activity Date: 2019/03/06

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

Excellent Choice!

Reviewed by: Trish F

Wonderful experience! Our guide Dustin was amazing and shared interesting history of Hawaii. Well worth it! We'd do it again!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Trish,

Dustin is a legend in his own mind...but then maybe, given your review, he is a legend. Thanks for sharing and confirming what we all knew at Kayak Kaua'i, i.e. that Dusting rocks.

Until our wakes or trail meet.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/28
Activity Date: 2019/01/08

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

Best Part if our trip!

Reviewed by: Pilar Abalos

We got to kayak down the Wailua River. Jay our guide was amazing. He told us about historical information about the beautiful island of Kauai and it’s history. Our hike to the waterfall was deep in the interior and he pointed out plants and trees and gave us history and background about them. He was patient and very friendly. Our swim in the falls was something on my bucket list and was definitely what I was expecting and more! Thank you to Jay and everyone at Kayak Kauai!

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Aloha Pilar,

Glad to hear that not only that Jay did a great job guiding but that he help lighten "your bucket".

Keep filling up that bucket and thanks for letting others know what a good job Jay is doing; we are very
fortunate to have him on board.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/28
Activity Date: 2019/02/23

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Fun Time

Reviewed by: SRomero

We had a great time! The water was a little murky, but Kevin was great! Thank you!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/17
Activity Date: 2019/02/12

Aloha Kauai Beach Snorkeling Tour with Expert Guide (from Poipu) [Open Soon]

SeaFun Beach Snorkel

Reviewed by: KyLundy30

Niko and (I'm sorry I cant remember the other guides nane) were awesome! They towed our group around on their board the whole time and managed to still teach us all they could about the Kauai marine life! They even let us feed the fish! So cool! Now, I'm just waiting for my copy of the pics they took, as well. Thanks guys!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/01
Activity Date: 2019/01/25
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