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

Kauai Kayak was a great adventure!

Reviewed by: Dave, 2021/10/13

We had an awesome time. The adventure was a little strenuous at times but we got through it and the end rewards was well worth the effort! Our guide Devan was great and encouraged everyone along the way and was very knowledgeable of the area. The waterfall was amazing but the water cold! We really enjoyed the experience. We’ll worth it!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Dave,
Glad that our guide enriched the experience and that you made it to the falls.
Reviews like yours helps match the tour to the right people and let them know what is in store.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
Keep chasing rainbows and waterfalls.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/10/11
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Relaxing with good humor

Reviewed by: Linda, 2021/10/03

Captain on cruise was very informative and relaxed. He made the cruise more enjoyable. The young man who sang had excellent humor and a great voice for the songs he sang. The ladies were doing their job. Hula was beautiful and graceful

Rating:
Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/09/29
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun and adventurous tubing experience!

Reviewed by: Heather, 2021/10/02

This was a very cool and unique tubing experience down the ditches of a former sugar plantation. The staff are fun, entertaining, and knowledgeable, including Laki and crew. You will experience views the island that you can not see otherwise. A must do for those who have not done it before. There are five tunnels you pass through along the way. Do not expect a lot of sun time. It was a very fun time.

Rating:
Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/09/23
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Great 1st time Luau experience!

Reviewed by: Heather, 2021/10/01

The Smith Family grounds were beautiful from the moment you walk in. Everything was so visually appealing and everyone was so nice. They take you around the entire grounds in a trolley so you can see everything beforehand. Plus you have time to walk around after the trolley ride. We enjoyed it all even the rain, the unveiling of the pig ceremony, the dinner entertainment, the explanation of the luau dance moves, the Smith Family, the dinner, and the luau show. We would definitely return. I believe it is a must see, especially for those who have never been to the Smith Family Luau before. Keep up the great work Smith family.

Rating:
Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/09/24
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

So worth it!

Reviewed by: Catharina , 2021/09/27

Great short cruise for the money, even includes entertainment. We loved it! We would do it again.

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/09/22
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Awesome experience

Reviewed by: Anthony , 2021/09/25

The kayak Kauai company was awesome. We missed our original appointment and they were still able to accommodate us. Garrett was an awesome guide. Very informative

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Anthony,
Thanks for taking the time to compliment our awesome staff. We do rock and really try to hard to make everybody happy and go the extra yard.
Thanks for sharing.
Micco
Head Guide.

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/09/23
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Best part of our trip to Kauai!

Reviewed by: J’Neal, 2021/09/24

This tour was by far our favorite part of our entire trip. The kayaking is beautiful and relaxing - easy enough for beginners (like some people in our group) but still very enjoyable for seasoned kayakers like my husband and me. The hike was also a lot of fun. A bit challenging at times - not so much in the way of fitness, but more-so because there are some places where it’s uneven and slippery. But as long as you wear good water shoes and step carefully, it’s a fairly easy hike even for someone that’s out of shape like me. The waterfall and swimming hole are stunning. Totally worth the muddy hike. Something we’ll never forget. And the guides are AMAZING! Our guide was Garrick - he was super knowledgeable, friendly, fun, and funny. He made the entire trip a blast. And at one point we met up with another group and their guide, Ty, was also super knowledgeable and funny - and played the ukulele on the hike back down. It was great! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting Kauai and would definitely do it again.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha J’Neal,

What a nice review with some advice of how to negotiate the often muddy trail. As you shared good water shoes helps allot.

Thanks for taking the time to let us know, well I mean that Garrick, continues to do good if not great job. Glad that you got to meet one of our other guides Tyler as well.

I can honestly say we have a great group of guides who truly love what they do and are their to interpret and share their particular and unique form of aloha.

Thanks for making it possible. You both sound like you might be candidates for our day long Na Pali sea kayak tour.

Stay active.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Attended as:	Couples
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Very enjoyable river cruise

Reviewed by: Lisa, 2021/09/21

Great opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy and hour and 20 minutes on the Wailua River and “getting married” at the Fern Grotto. The music and hula dancing on the journey up the river added a wonderful ambiance and the history and information on movies filmed on and around the Wailua on the way back was very informative. All in all a wonderful addition to our trip to Hawaii.

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/09/16
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Challenging but worth it!

Reviewed by: Mary W, 2021/09/20

As a beginning kayaker, this was an energizing and satisfying ride. Make sure you have sturdy shoes for the hike. Our water ‘shoes’, more like socks, did not work as well as the closed toed more sturdy shoes would have been better and what most people had on. We made it though! That dip in the waterfall was worth the whole trip! J, our guide, was informative, attentive and amusing. Highly recommended.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Mary,

Yep…just the right amount of paddling and hiking. By the time your arms are getting tired…you are out and hiking to the falls.

Thanks for taking time to share and reflect on your tour with your guide Jay.

Sturdy hiking shoes makes it much more enjoyable; thanks for warning others.

Keep active and sharing aloha,

Thanks again for your nice review.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

Rating:
Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/09/18
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Great evening with the family

Reviewed by: RN Randi, 2021/09/19

Highly recommend this venue. Had an absolutely wonderful time our last evening in Kauai. The whole family enjoyed the electrifying dancers, fabulous storytelling, wonderful costumes, engaging wait staff, and an all-around wonderful experience. It was the perfect evening on our last night with the family.

There’s some thing here for everyone to enjoy and be entertained by.

Rating:
Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/08/26
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Best time!

Reviewed by: Louise, 2021/09/10

Best time and loved our guides! Informative, entertaining, and funny! This was my second time doing this excursion and I highly recommend it!!!

Rating:
Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/09/08
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Lynsan

Reviewed by: Lynn M, 2021/09/06

We had not been to the fern grotto in 25 years. It is more beautiful and serene then we remember. The staff a Smith's are welcoming and deliver a fun trip. We like the music and the Capitan's narrative explaining the area.

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Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/08/30
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Aloha ! Remarkable performances by the musicians and Aloha dancers

Reviewed by: Hazel De Leon, 2021/09/02

Aloha ! Remarkable performances by the musicians and Aloha dancers. A very entertaining group! My family was amazed all througout the river cruise. The walk to the Fern Grotto was a unique experience because the beauty of the lush and large tropical plants was amazing and beautiful. Overall, an exciting experience to see a beautiful garden ( Fern Grotto) . It is very well recommended to have the river cruise and if we come back to Kauai, we will do the Wailua river cruise again.

Beautiful Fern Grotto
A lush garden
At the Fern Grotto

Rating:
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2021/08/02
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fun and Friendly

Reviewed by: Monica, 2021/09/01

We went with our 22 month old baby. They are family friendly and fun. Made the boat ride easier to handle with a toddler with the hula dance and jokes. They seemed authentic. The cave was beautiful as well. Good to take kissing pics.

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Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/08/23
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Wonderful time

Reviewed by: Wesley Wallace, 2021/08/28

Had everything we could have wanted and more so much food and booze. Gorgeous location, lots of beautiful birds and flowers everywhere. Friendly staff, show was super fun and so unique

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/08/06
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Train ride and luau

Reviewed by: Griselda Lara, 2021/08/28

Did the train ride and the luau tour. This was an amazing show. I definitely recommend it.

Rating:
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2021/08/26
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

We made it!!

Reviewed by: Ke , 2021/08/23

If you've never Kayaked with your spouse. Practice yelling at each other before the tour. Once you figure it out, you'll be glad you did it. Amazing views and swimming in the grotto of the waterfall is an amazing experience!!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Ke, We often say about paddling with your spouse, "Families that paddle together...pray together"> Glad you figure out the paddling stroke and enjoyed this beautiful area that is the Wailua River complex. Keep yelling, paddling and enjoying each other. A hui hou, Micco

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/08/21
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

We had such a good time!!

Reviewed by: Diana H. , 2021/08/15

My husband and I had such a good time on the ATV ride and waterfall swim! It was a great day and the people were so experienced and knowledgable! I would totally recommend doing this!

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Attended as:	Couples
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Relaxing River Time

Reviewed by: Kelda & Jody Senyohl, 2021/08/11

Ty was an amazing guide! He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora and very fun to talk with throughout the entire trip! Thank you also Ty for the recommendations for the North Shore! We snorkeled Tunnels and had an amazing sunset too!! Thank you for a terrific day! Mahalo!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Kelda y/o Jody,

Thanks for taking the time to confirm what we already know, i.e. that Tyler is rockin in the field!

You may not know that in the background Tyler running our Wailua River program and scheduling and hiring our other excellent guides while keeping equipment in excellent shape.

Tyler make it all possible.

Thanks for taking the time...and keep hiking, paddling and snorkeling.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/08/09
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Family fun

Reviewed by: Linda, 2021/07/25

Exciting tropical ride, expect to be covered with mud and dirt!

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Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/06/30
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

A must do on Kauai

Reviewed by: Deborah, 2021/07/10

it was a great experience from the moment the bus picked us up till bus dropped us off. Top notch.
The dances were amazing, food and drinks were great *****
We had our 13y old with us and she loved it too. We know how hard it is to impress teens.
Must do

Rating:
Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/06/18
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Great River Boat Tour

Reviewed by: Cmm, 2021/07/09

The Wailua river cruise to the fern grotto was fun. I really enjoyed the music/entertainment on the boat to the grotto. My whole family was memorized looking at the fern grotto. Definitely a good tour for family.

Rating:
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2021/07/07
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith family luau

Reviewed by: Stoebner, 2021/07/09

Very well organized. Beautiful gardens. Loved the peacocks. Food was delicious and plentiful as were the complimentary drinks. Show was very entertaining and educational as several cultures were represented. Highly recommend adding this to your must-do list while in Kauai.

Rating:
Attended as:	Families
Activity Date:	2021/07/07
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Kayaking Only

Reviewed by: Gina M., 2021/07/07

We went on a 2 hour kayaking trip. Unfortunately, the hike/sacred falls was cancelled due to inclement weather. It was a bummer, but we know it was for our safety. However, it did hurt a little when we were seeing others continuing to go past the fork in the river. We did get a partial refund. After concluding our kayaking trip, our tour guide Tyler did point us to the Nounou trail to hike which was great. So we were able to fill more of our day on this hike with spectacular views!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Gina,

Safety is no accident!

When in doubt we don't go out or up the North Fork that constricts and is more prone to flooding as consequence.

Having pioneered the tour we have safely been guiding folks to the falls for the last 37 years while other companies have lost clients in flood like conditions.

We love repeat business and believe "safety is no accident".

Glad to hear that Tyler was able to take curve and make it a plus.

Stay well and safe. Thanks for sharing.

A hui hou,

Micco

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/07/05
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

This excursion is a MUST!

Reviewed by: Amy, 2021/07/05

This tubing trip was a great way to have fun and experience the beauty of Kauai! The tour guides were all amazing and taught us a lot about the area. They also recommended other things to do on Kauai and places to eat.

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/07/03
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

A fantastic experience. A well run family business who welcomed its guests and made you feel part of the family sharing their culture and traditions.

Reviewed by: Dennis Urbanski, 2021/06/26

A fantastic experience. A well run family business who welcomed its guests and made you feel part of the Smith family sharing their culture and traditions.

Walter “Kamika” Smith was a great host and extremely gracious to my family providing a personal glimpse into his family’s history.

Mahalo Kamika,

Dennis, Madeline, Adeline and Grayson Urbsnski

Comments from activity operators

Mahalo for taking the time out of your vacation to join our family at the luau. Keeping our culture alive for future generations is an important aspect of our family business. We have some hope that the next generation will want to continue the tradition. Aloha...

Rating:
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2021/06/03
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Worth the work!

Reviewed by: Kim H, 2021/06/24

Ty was very patient and informative. We had a great time. The falls are definitely not a secret, got very crowded, I suggest taking the earliest tour possible. I would absolutely do this again!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Kim,

When we pioneered this tour to the Falls we called it the Secret Falls.

Victim of our own success...it quickly became the best known secret. Now we call it the Sacred Falls and inspite its popularity, as you observed and learned, it is still a terrific way to spend the day.

Thanks for sharing and for 5 star review and photo

Stay paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco

Rating:
Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/06/21
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

An Inexpensive and Fun Time

Reviewed by: Cookie , 2021/06/17

This was a quick sightseeing adventure that was worth the cost. The boat trip was relaxing with authentic music one way and informative talk the other way to and from the Fern Grotto. The Fern Grotto is not as impressive as it once was due to storms that have torn away some of the older, longer ferns, but it was still worth the trip.

Rating:
Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/06/09
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Spectacular tube run!! Had a blast with my New wife!!!

Reviewed by: Dr. B, 2021/06/17

Did this ~15 years ago and was as good as I remember!! Had so much fun!!!

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2021/06/12
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Amazing!

Reviewed by: GirlsTrip, 2021/06/17

Loved it! The staff was wonderful! The dancers were amazing

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Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/06/15
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Kauai Kayak was a great adventure!

Relaxing with good humor

Fun and adventurous tubing experience!

Great 1st time Luau experience!

So worth it!

Awesome experience

Best part of our trip to Kauai!

Very enjoyable river cruise

Challenging but worth it!

Great evening with the family

Best time!

Lynsan

Aloha ! Remarkable performances by the musicians and Aloha dancers

Fun and Friendly

Wonderful time

Train ride and luau

We made it!!

We had such a good time!!

Relaxing River Time

Family fun

A must do on Kauai

Great River Boat Tour

Smith family luau

Kayaking Only

This excursion is a MUST!

A fantastic experience. A well run family business who welcomed its guests and made you feel part of the family sharing their culture and traditions.

Worth the work!

An Inexpensive and Fun Time

Spectacular tube run!! Had a blast with my New wife!!!

Amazing!

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