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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Big Hit!

Reviewed by: Carey n' Billy

Took Grammy and daughter (11) on this one. Both had a great time!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/06/09
Activity Date: 2014/05/15

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Karen Berg

We thoroughly enjoyed the food, music and the dances. Friendly service. The fire dancer was awesome! I would recommend this Luau.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/08
Activity Date: 2014/05/30

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

smith tropical paradise

Reviewed by: marlene

It was everything we thought it would be. Just beautiful. Would do it again.

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/05/31
Activity Date: 2014/05/05

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

This is a MUST on the island!

Reviewed by: Nina

The cruise was extremely relaxing and scenic. Seeing Fern Grotto was totally magical, it's unlike anything we'd ever seen before. The botanical gardens at Smith's are breathtaking, and the food at the Luau was to die for! We really enjoyed ourselves, and the show was the perfect ending to our Hawaiian Luau experience!

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/05/29
Activity Date: 2014/05/21

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Mountain Tubing

Reviewed by: carlie

this trip was excellent I was a little afraid at first but the guides are great they stay with u until u are comfortable. the water at first was chilly but ur body some got accustom to it wonderful trip and a must

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/05/27
Activity Date: 2014/04/30

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

awesome

Reviewed by: carlie

we had an awesome time at the Smith's Luau, the food and the miti was great. I would defenitely do it again and highly recommend

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/05/27
Activity Date: 2014/05/01

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Brisk but a great time

Reviewed by: Ultrasonics21

The day started off cooler than expected but the staff was extremely motivating and friendly so I'm glad we did it. A long bumpy ride to the entry site and then they put the tubes in the stream and it was a go from there. The water was brisk but once your butt was numb you hardly noticed anymore. Going through the tunnels was awesome and it felt like and adventure through the jungle. Nothing to worry about as the guides are with you the entire time. A nice healthy lunch in the sun to warm back up and then it was back to the shop. All in all, it was a lot of fun!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/04/17
Activity Date: 2014/04/09

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith luau

Reviewed by: Breebree

Awesome luau! Probably one of he best I've seen on all the islands! Would definitely recommend this luau to anyone!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/03/10
Activity Date: 2014/03/07

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Perfect Adventure

Reviewed by: Julia

This was one of the most fun things we did while on Kuaui. The guides were funny, knowledgable, and helpful. The tubing was such a blast. I would do this again in a heartbeat!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/03/09
Activity Date: 2014/02/11

Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Kipu Ranch ATV

Reviewed by: ZNmez

Mark and Mano were our guides for the 4 hour ATV waterfall tour. It was kinda wet out but that didn't stop any of us from having a great time. It had been raining for three days prior as well so the trails were muddy and lots of fun! We rode in a side by side (tyrex) and slip and slide through the mud we got to see some of the most amazing views of the island! Kipu ranch is gorgeous with two waterfalls on the tour and a giant bamboo forest you have never seen before! Plus a chance to swing into the same river as Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones!! So much fun! The guides are careful considerate and knowledgeable! The lunch was the best deli sandwiches I've ever had with Marks mothers home made bread and cookies! Yum! So good. Recommend this tour! The best on the island! Cool photo opportunity at the end with a large Kipu Ranch frame!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/03/08

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith Family Luao!

Reviewed by: ZNmez

So much fun! You enter and receive a shell lei and then take a ride on a tour through the beautiful botanical gardens. We watched as they dug up the traditional kalua pig steamed beneath large banana leaves. The buffet was delicious! don't hold back on the fried rice!! All you can drink mai tai's too! The botanical gardens were even more enchanting as dusk set in and you can walk across bridges to small islands on the grounds. Through dinner we were entertained by the Smith Family singing island music and hula dancing. Also sang happy birthday and the wedding song to all those celebrating honey moons and birthdays! Afterwards we all headed to the outdoor theater to watch many different traditional island dances and songs. It was beautiful, including a fire show! Highly recommend the entire experience. Well worth the cost. WE even paid for the $20 picture that they took for us when we entered with some of the crew members. We have it hanging on our wall!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/03/08

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

A very satisfied customer

Reviewed by: Becky Skvarek

We got married here 5/6/88. It was so beautiful then, and is now also. Everyone there was so nice, smiling, and so helpful. Our son wanted to propose to his girlfriend as a surprise during the Luau. We came ahead early to help prepare for this to happen. Everyone was so helpful in setting this up, and it went so perfectly and beautiful!! Other visitors there said it made them cry also. They made it very special. Thank you to them all for all their help and TLC. Thanks to Dee, Nancy, and the MC during the Luau. I can't remember his name......last name Smith. They were all wonderful. Becky and Dana

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/03/01
Activity Date: 2014/02/26

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

A REFRESHING View of Kauai

Reviewed by: Steve & Kathy

This was probably the funnest thing we did while on the island. While the ride to the location was bumpy, to say the least, it was through a beautiful countryside and our hosts were fun and interesting (Brandon and Jerry). We were warned that the water was 'refreshing' and it was! It was also easy to get used to and the tubes were comfortable. Be prepared to be weighed in so that they accommodate you accordingly, to wear a helmet and rubbery gloves, and to get wet. The dark areas are not bad to float through and to imagine that they were man-made is amazing. While I didn't get my question answered (What DID they do with all the rock they cleared out), they were well informed about the vegetation and area we experienced. The turkey/veggie pita lunch afterward was in a nice picnic area and allowed more time to get to know our hosts.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/02/24
Activity Date: 2014/02/20

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Better than expected

Reviewed by: Judy M

I was a little nervous on whether I could keep up on this tour as I am in my 50's but not a problem at all. The guides were great in making sure we all were safe secure and laughing all the time. They were curteous friendly and funny. The guides really made the adventure. Highly recommend

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2014/02/10
Activity Date: 2014/02/06

Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition

Fun Experience

Reviewed by: kim

This was a fun day. Our tour guides were nice and friendly. We took in some extra scenery we wouldn't have been able to see. One of the waterfalls has a trail leading behind it, so it was nice to be able to go behind it.

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Packages: 5 to 6 Passenger UTV - (Until Dec 31st, 2017)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/01/27
Activity Date: 2013/12/31

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Luau

Reviewed by: kim

Never having been to a luau before, I didn't know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised by the grounds. It's really pretty and picturesque. The host is always smiling and makes you feel welcomed. With the food being delicious and great entertainment, it was an awesome evening. Worth spending the money.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/01/27
Activity Date: 2014/01/01

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith's Luau

Reviewed by: Jeremy Cowham

We had so much fun at the Luau and are going again this month when we get back on the island. It is a must to take advantage of the free pick up and drop off if you don't mind waiting a few extra minutes.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/01/06
Activity Date: 2013/05/22

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Best Pork Ever!!! <3

Reviewed by: Chere

My husband and I had a blast!!! The food, entertainment, drinks, and animals were all amazing!

  • Before they dig up the pig...

  • Luau

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Packages: Feb - May (Mon, Wed, Th &amp; Fri)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/12/28
Activity Date: 2013/03/08

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

best food

Reviewed by: Calimom

Tour and food were spectacular! Our teen said the teriyaki beef was the best thing ever.

The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because of the length of the dancing show. The show is after the all you can eat buffet. Full bellies and tranquil music made us so sleepy! We had plans to go shoot pool afterwards, but scrapped those plans to sleep.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/12/05
Activity Date: 2013/11/27

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Excellent Luau

Reviewed by: Jen & John Sustachek

This is was an excellent night! Great food and plenty of it, great show too! We really enjoyed the music they played during dinner even allowing us to dance. The grounds are spectacular with all the trees and beautiful flowers!! Best luau we have ever been to

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/10/28

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Mountain Tubing Adventure

Reviewed by: Cameron

Excellent tour with excellent guides. Would recommend for all families. This will be the most "different" activity you will do in Hawaii. Instead of the standard rounds in the pool, golf, the beach, etc., do something different. This is a conversation piece.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/30
Activity Date: 2013/08/24

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Cameron

Great food and great show. The Smith family really has this show down to a science. Very organized and don't worry, enough food for seconds. The dancers were excellent and as a real man, I appreciated the young women who had some girth.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/30
Activity Date: 2013/08/26

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Cool time in hot Hawaii

Reviewed by: Jenny

We loved this tour. It was so cool to go tubing through tunnels! The guides were great; John, in particular, was fun, knowledgable and helpful.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/24
Activity Date: 2013/07/31

カウアイ島 マウンテン・チューブ・アドベンチャーツアー  浮き輪に乗って大自然の中を川下り<英語ガイド/昼食付き/リフエ地区>

楽しかった!でも英語が分からないと難しいかも。

Reviewed by: サリー

以前、カウアイ島を紹介するTV番組で「サトウキビ畑の旧用水路をチューブで流れる」というシーンを見てから、カウアイ島に行くならばこのツアーに参加したいと思っていました。なお、ツアーはすべて英語ですので、ある程度英語が理解出来ないとキツイと思います(日本人は私たち夫婦のみでした)。以下はツアーの流れです。

1)ツアー開始時間の30分前に集合です。送迎はありません。私たちはレンタカーで移動をしましたが、ホテルのあるポイプ地区からは意外と遠く、10分ほど遅刻をしてしまいました。

2)事務所に集合をすると、まずは誓約書が渡されます。両面、かつすべて英語ですが、表面は「参加に際しては自己責任です」といった内容、裏面は「45分間水に入っていても大丈夫」「15分間暗い所に入っても大丈夫」といった確認項目がいくつか書いてありました。

3)誓約書が書き終わったら体重を量ります。チューブのサイズを決めるようです。

4)その後、ヘルメットと手袋を受け取ります。

ここまでが事務所での手続きです。この後バンに乗ってポイントに移動します。私たちの時は参加者は20名ほどで、2台のバンに分かれて行きました。車内ではカウアイ島やサトウキビ畑の歴史を説明してくれたり、自己紹介を行ったりしました。また、途中、景色の良い所で写真ストップをしますので、バンでの移動時間は30分ほどだったと思います。

ポイントに到着したら、簡単な注意事項を聞き、その後約45分かけてチューブで浮かびながら用水路を流れていきます。インストラクターの方もいますし、水の流れに身を任せるだけです。

ツアーが終了したら再びバンに乗り、今度はランチスポットに移動をします。ランチはピタパンサンド、ポテチ、クッキー、水など。ランチを食べ終わったら、バンで事務所まで戻り、そのまま解散となります。

参加をされる際、水は冷ためですので、上にTシャツなどを着ていた方がいいと思います。また、当たり前ですが、チューブで浮かんでいる間はトイレがありませんので、移動前に必ず事務所で済ませて下さい(お尻はだいぶ冷えました)。ランチスポットには簡易トイレが設置されています。

自然も満喫出来ますし、カウアイ島に行かれた際はぜひみなさんもチャレンジしてみて下さいね!

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Packages: 基本プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/08/24
Activity Date: 2013/08/09

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Mr.

Reviewed by: Yiliang Zou

Good experience at Hawaii. Can not miss it in your life! There is very good environments in the place. Everything is good taste there!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/23
Activity Date: 2013/08/20

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

It's an experience!

Reviewed by: twins

We enjoyed this excursion! alot of fun, exciting especially, going to the top Lihue Sugar Plantation Hawaii Garden Isle and The Tunnels. The Staff is very helpful and experienced. Rain or shine it is worth the time also there is a stop for Lunch which is a good thing so we can take a break.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/08/11
Activity Date: 2013/07/30

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Most impressive Luau in Hawaii

Reviewed by: Cinemabyte

I've been to other luau's on other islands, but none have been as organized with so much great food and free mai-tai drinks. The dining areas and the seating areas for the show are all covered to protect people from the possibility of rain. The landscape is gorgeous, with so many unique flowers, exotic trees, peacocks, chickens, and zebra doves running around everywhere.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/08/07
Activity Date: 2013/08/02

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun and INVIGORATING!!

Reviewed by: Jeannie E.

Wasn't really sure what to expect even though I read good reviews. We had teens and I worried this would be a lazy river float. It wasn't! Don't get me wrong, it wasn't rapids either. But it was a lot of fun. You float, but you also spin and the tunnels are really something. I'm claustrophobic and worried about the tunnels, but with the headlamp provided and everyone moving along, it was not scary, not even for young children. The guides were terrific at making sure you have a good time, but also know when enough is enough...meaning they asked about claustrophobia and when I told them yes, they did not jump out to scare me in the tunnels. Although I would have been ok with that!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/07/18
Activity Date: 2013/07/15

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Luau

Reviewed by: Nina

It was a nice experience. Really enjoyed the food and the show.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/07/09
Activity Date: 2013/06/11

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Great!

Reviewed by: Rebekah

The garden is beautiful, food tasted great, and great service!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/06/18
Activity Date: 2013/06/07
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