Reviewed by: Deb D
Relatively inexpensive way to see some of the river greenery. Appreciated the history/culture narration. Lead entertainer on the way back was funny! Hula ladies don’t really seem into it, you feel like they are just doing a job and don’t necessarily enjoy it, and they seemed tired. Fern grotto a beautiful site.
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/05/02 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Mickey
米国の女性(相撲取りくらいのサイズ)が、波が強くて転び、足の先から血が出てしまった際の、乗組員(沖縄4世)のてきぱきとした対応が素晴らしかった。(波でヨットが揺れながらの対応)
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Packages: | 基本プラン* |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/04/29 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/24 |
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!
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 |
Reviewed by: Tourists from Oregon
We enjoyed the adventure a lot! Tour members were excellent (personable, enthusiastic, informative and accommodating toward everyone of all ages having a fun time). Floating the tunnels is exciting and hearing history of canals is interesting glimpse of past island sugar cane industry elements.Nice lunch to re-energize afterwards.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/04/12 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/08 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
Wedding ceremonies have been held at the fern grotto for decades. It's a historic and beautiful spot to get married or renew your vows. We didn't know this before arriving but it was a special surprise since my fiance proposed the day before. The cruise to the fern grotto was the perfect way to end our vacation in Kauai. Even if you're not going for a wedding, you'll get to hear and watch Hawaiian singers and musicians perform a traditional Hawaiian wedding song. So whether you're celebrating an engagement, a honeymoon, or 50 years of marriage, this beautiful destination will fill your heart with love. I'm so glad we did this tour!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/04/10 |
Reviewed by: Laura & Emma
My 5 year old and I did this adventure and had sooooo much fun!!! The tour guides were so nice especially to my daughter. They let her go up front and one made her a fishing pole out of a leaf during lunch. I would definitely do this again with my family. If you’re bringing a camera or GoPro make sure it has a tie on it to your wrist or clothing and a water proof case. We had the best time together!!! Highly recommend.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/04/09 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Nevin
The Smiths family luau was very well organized. They took care of all the guest and made you feel very welcomed. The food was very delicious and the show was very well done with incredible dancing and special effects. You not only go there to have a good time, but you learn the history of the island and all it has to offer. I would rate this as a Superior experience.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/04/07 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/04 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
This snorkel sail was by far the highlight of our vacation in Kauai. For years I've dreamed of sailing along the Na Pali coast and it was more beautiful than I ever imagined. The emerald cliffs were absolutely breathtaking. Other passengers spotted whales breaching the water nearby but I couldn't take my eyes of the coast. As we began our sail back to the harbor we were accompanied by a pod of dolphins who swam alongside and in front of our boat for several minutes; it was magical.
My fiance's favorite part of the cruise was the snorkeling. We had so much fun swimming in a secluded cove and spotting unique marine life.
I can't leave out the exceptional crew. As we sailed along the coast they pointed out historic sites, popular film locations, famous (and notorious) hikes, and told us about the local wildlife.
We'll relish in the memories of this tour forever!
We are beaming reading over your review! Thank you so much for choosing to join us here at Holo Holo Charters and for sharing your oh-so-awesome review! We are elated to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us from beginning to end and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Bonnie M.
I had a grand time! The weather was perfect (partly cloudy) and it had rained the day before, so the trail wasn't dusty.
They did a good job teaching us how to drive the ATVs and making sure we were comfortable with the machines.
The guides had great personalities and they wanted to make sure we were having a good time.
Highly recommended. I took the 3-hour tour, which includes the view of Kipu Kai.
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Packages: | Early Bird Special Deal! (7:00 AM Tour) - ATV for 2 to 4 people |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/04/05 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Family Reunion
Would definitely do again!! I would recommend to anyone!! Good for all ages... we had ages 6-68 years old in our group...all had fun!! This is a must do while in Kauai! The guides tell you the history of the plantation and give you great recommendations for the rest of island!!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/04/02 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Ron Z
This was an amazing time. I would recommend to everyone. Very easy ride down a lazy river. A lot of the ride was through tunnels and with the provided head lamp it was great. Is a good time rain or shine.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/03/31 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/26 |
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.
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: | 2019/03/31 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/27 |
Reviewed by: ALucero
This was a great show last time I came to Kauai I went to Smith's and this was by far a better show. For one it was on the beach like a luau should be, The pork was delicious, not as strong tasting flavor like some. They had chicken as well. Salad, mac salad, desserts were delish, pineapple upside down cake. Yummmm! The food was amazing the dancers were awesome the singing was beautiful. The fire performer was freaking AMAZING! My 7 year old Granddaughter was engaged the whole show. Thanks to all the performers! Not to mention this was a great deal! Thanks again!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/03/25 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/24 |
Reviewed by: WillP
Luau Makaiwa was a great experience! The food was delicious. We loved the mai tais and pineapple juice. The management was top notched. They made sure we were taken care of. Entertainment was great! The music was very soothing. The dancers were very graceful.
I would recommend everyone to attend this luau because you will have a great time and will not regret it. Location is close to the beach. There was even a professional photographer.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/03/19 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/14 |
Reviewed by: NiaP
I had a fantastic time at the luau. I learned so much about Hawaii and the art hula while being entertained at the same time. The food was amazing (especially the kalua pork)! If my stomach would have let me, I would have ate so much more! I would definitely recommend people to go to this event.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/03/18 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Catherine
Beautiful scenery! Guides were funny and knowledgeable. It was a relaxing float that was perfect for the tone of our trip. I would definitely do it again!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/03/15 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/10 |
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.
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
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Packages: | South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/03/09 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/06 |
Reviewed by: cyiberkong
ジュラシックパークを見て以来いつかはきたいと思っていたナパリコースト。妄想が膨らみすぎてガッカリだった。一緒に参加した娘たちは大はしゃぎでとても楽しかったみたいです。クルーの方もとても親切でよかったです。
We are so happy to be a part of memories you'll be looking back on for years to come! Thank you for choosing us here at Holo Holo Charters and for letting us know what a great time you had! Until we meet again... Mahalo and Aloha
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Packages: | 基本プラン* |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/03/09 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/06 |
Reviewed by: puddin
思ったほどの景色ではありませんでしたが、鯨を遠くに見ることができました。スタッフの方々はとてもよかったです。
We are glad to have had you out on the water, but are sorry to hear that you were disappointed in the view of the Napali Coast. Mahalo and Aloha
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Packages: | 基本プラン* |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/03/08 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Wayne&Brenda Thomas
We were so impressed with the staff, facilities, equipment and respect for the land at Kipu Ranch Adventures. Our guide Josh and his "tailgunner" Chase did and outstanding job. Josh, though not a native Hawaiian has been on the Island for 18 years and is quite a historian on this region. It was such a pleasure watching his enthusiasm for preserving the history and ambiance of this beautiful land.
The Rice Family who owns this property is blessed to have Kipu Ranch Adventures here to protect this land and inspire each of us to promote the protection of this historical property. Thank you to Kipu Ranch and the Rice Family, we had a wonderful visit and will be back soon.
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Packages: | Standard ATV (2 to 4 passengers) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/03/05 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Noble
Our whole party of six was pleasantly surprised by the Smith's Family Garden Luau. We have been to other luaus and this rates as the best so far. The grounds are beautiful! The food and service was excellent! The staff were very friendly. The dinner entertainment was nice and the after dinner show was very good and informative of Hawaiian cultural history.
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/03/04 |
Activity Date: | 2019/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Tom
Juan was a great driver and tour guide. I left a couple of shirts I purchased on the bus and Juan brought them to our hotel. Great guy!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Martin
Excellent organization of the trip, nice music and dance, very impressive walk to fern grotto. All-in-one: Beautiful trip worth the money
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Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/25 |
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!
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: | 2019/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Leslie
The eight year old who still lives in this 60-year-old heart of mine adored the whole adventure. Not because it was simple, but because we got to have an experience floating down an irrigation flume through tunnels and exotic beauty. It felt a little bit like we were getting away with something. Also, our guides - Cody and Justin - were funny and friendly and kept us perfectly safe the whole time. My advice is to go in the morning so you get in on the picnic at the end of the adventure. A beautiful setting in which to rest and refresh.
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/24 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Karri
This was my first trip to Hawaii and my first Luau. The Smith family did an amazing job. The food was delicious and the show was outstanding. Highly recommend!
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Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Pauline
The Luau Makaiwa was a fantastic experience. We visited the island in February and were greeted by lot of rain during the majority of our trip. Luckily, the Luau is inside a giant tent outside and by the water. The buffet food at the Luau was tasty! I wish there were more options for entrees and desserts however. Open bar had wine, beer, and mai tais. It was my boyfriend and I's first Luau and we both had a great time. This is a smaller production Luau which in many ways could be a great thing. Every table had a good view of the stage and it had a smaller family vibe rather than an extravagant production like the other luaus on the island. There were some vendors and activities planned but there could have been more in my opinion. The musicians and dancers were funny and talented. The performances were both entertaining and educational encompassing all of Polynesian culture. I can see this being a great activity for families who want to avoid the crazy crowds at the other Luaus and still get a authentic experience.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/19 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/14 |
Reviewed by: Forsythe
It was really fun!!! The tour guides were awesome as well! It was just a bit shorter than I thought originally but still very worth it!!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/02/12 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Brenda Johnson
We saw some beautiful scenery! Breathtaking views for sure! We had a great time for sure!
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Packages: | Ride with a Guide (ATV) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/03 |
Activity Date: | 2019/01/26 |
Reviewed by: Brenda Johnson
This is a must do tour when in Kauai! Cinzia and Rich were the best tour guides also. We laughed, qe saw wonderful scenery, enjoyed the caves and had a blast in the tubes!
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Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/03 |
Activity Date: | 2019/01/24 |
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