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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Great time!

It was fun and interesting! The employees are great and really added to the experience with their information and humor! We will definitely go back and will recommend to family, friends and anybody visiting Kauai!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/10/01
Activity Date:	2023/09/29

Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran

Great time 100%

Reviewed by: Jordan

It was a great time going out on the boat the lucky lady with Captain Edie. The crew was attentive and friendly and informative. The views are amazing. We were lucky enough to be able to see dolphins during our adventure. The time for snorkeling could have been a little longer. Overall it was a great experience and I highly recommended it for everyone to try while visiting Kauai.

Views from the Boat
Views from the Boat

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/09/25
Activity Date:	2023/09/23

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

Absolutely Top-Notch Experience and Loving Staff

Reviewed by: Cameron Immesoete

I've been fortunate to attend somewhere between 10 and 12 different Lu'aus, mostly in O'ahu, Kaua'i, Maui, and Hawai'i. Our experience at Smith's was superior for the following reasons:

1. Atmosphere and ambience: the Garden is absolutely beautiful, and few lu'aus have an ambience like this. Another good one for this to be fair is the Polynesian Cultural Center Lu'au.
2. Authenticity: the Polynesian & Fire Show, and other traditions (like pulling the pig from the earth) encompassed in the lu'au, were top-notch and very well-executed.
3. The Food & Drinks: a greater variety, quantity, and quality of food & drinks were offered here versus any other lu'au I've attended. There were two times as many food choices, and thanks to the buffet style, you can feast on them all.
4. The Staff: the staff here is so genuinely kind. My fiancee and I biked a few miles over to this lu'au and we had to bike back in the dark. Our hostess ran to her car and gave us some headlamps! It was so kind of her. We're really grateful for the Smith Family team.

Thank you all very much. I highly, highly, highly recommend.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/23
Activity Date:	2023/09/01

Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran

Fun in the sun

Reviewed by: Pam

This was a great experience. We had both new and seasoned snorkelers in our group and we all enjoyed ourselves. I thought the best part was riding on the boat and seeing the island from the water.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/09/23
Activity Date:	2023/08/28

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

Must do in Kauai!!

Reviewed by: Sabra

This luau is informing and very exciting! They talk a lot about the past of Kauai and ancestral history. Price point at only $25 (without dinner) is absolutely great, especially for families with little ones. Handicap seating is available. Main seating area is at a slant so if you want to sit towards the bottom (closer) come early. My 1 year old even loved it and was clapping. Attire is Hawaiian style and it’s wonderful to see all the cool outfits. Bathrooms are close by and water is provided. I felt it ran a bit short this time compared to last year but it was still super amazing and would 100% go again.

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Packages:	Show Only Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2023/09/21
Activity Date:	2023/09/20

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Bubu’s Amazing Tour

Reviewed by: Alexis

We booked the Tubing Tour as a part of our honeymoon, and had an amazing time. Our tour guide was Bubu, and she was knowledgeable and helpful about the history of Kaua’i as well as giving us helpful suggestions on where to go while we were here. The tour itself started with a bus ride through the Kaua’i scenery while Bubu entertained us with interesting facts and stories.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/17
Activity Date:	2023/09/16

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

I did a lot of excursions on Kauai, and this is in my top 2

Reviewed by: BKST

I probably experienced this excursion in the one of the worst ways possible: it was overcast and rainy, it had torrential downpoured right when we arrived at the canal, I was just wearing a one-piece bathing suit (no shorts or sleeves), I'm a freeze baby, the tour guide wasn't too friendly (probably because he was called into work last minute), but despite all those things, I TRULY LOVE AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS ACTIVITY! I was really nervous I would be cold, but I was comfortable the whole time. Just my butt touched the water unless my husband splashed me lol. The downpour didn't last long either and the majority of the ride was under tunnels. The ride was so much fun. Our tubes sort of acted like bumper cars as the water pushed us this a way and that a way. Not only was it a fun ride, the number 1 reason why I love this activity is because it isn't just a lazy river or crazy river manmade for the purpose of tourism. The canal and tunnels were made in the late 1800s for the sugar cane plantations (now defunct). (Tunnels are checked every year ensuring safe operation!) I think it is a great way to optimize a resource that no longer has its original purpose. Of the paid excursions I did in Kauai (boat tour, helicopter tour, hula show, spiderman/superman ziplining), this mountain tubing excursion is in my TOP 2 MUST DOs.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/17
Activity Date:	2023/08/16

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Tubing Tour

Reviewed by: Deirdra

This is something that is different and fun! Very relaxing. Jules was a great guide.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/09
Activity Date:	2023/09/06

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Mountain Tubing

Reviewed by: Jim

Our guide Mason was fantastic! Great ukulele! Interesting history of the Hawaiian Islands and how they became port or the US. Scenery was great. Tunnels were fun!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/09
Activity Date:	2023/08/21

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Awesome

Reviewed by: Brock

One of the highlights of our trip. Would highly recommend.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/09/02
Activity Date:	2023/08/13

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

Great ATV experience through rainforests

Reviewed by: Marita S

Great hosts we had, very informative about route, scenery, and hazards to watch for. The waterfall was really shorter than I expected and that day showed too much dirt in the bottom of the waterfall lagoon area. Yet Overall,it was a great experience and I would definitely recommend this tour to friends/family.

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Packages:	TERYX ATV Group Package: Driver + Adult Passenger
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/08/28
Activity Date:	2023/08/24

Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran

Napali Coast Tour

Reviewed by: Leona

The Napali Coast Tour was amazing. Our Captain was very professional. Treated everyone with the utmost respect. The Crew did an amazing job to be sure everyone on the Catamaran had everything they needed.
I highly recommend this tour. The Napali Coast is beautiful.

Napali Coast

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/08/28
Activity Date:	2023/08/23

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

SOOOO FUN

Reviewed by: K.A.

Tubing was our favorite adventure. the drive out there was beautiful and our guide shared a lot of history and info about the island. Then the tubing was so fun. I thought i would be afraid of the caves but it was fun. Lots of spinning around and bumping into each other. The pictures turned out great.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/08/25
Activity Date:	2023/08/22

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

Fun, Fun,Fun!!!!

Reviewed by: K.A.

This was such a great experience. They were all so kind and fun on our tour. I loved the history that was told about the land and all the movies that were filmed there. The ATV was soooo fun too. Very off road. Loved it.

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Packages:	TERYX ATV Group Package: Driver + Child Passenger
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/08/25
Activity Date:	2023/08/24

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Great time!

Reviewed by: Debra Cooper

This is a great experience. They have improved it a lot. It was better than when we did it in 2013. Our guide Jordan was very personable and knowledgeable.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/08/18
Activity Date:	2023/08/10

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

Oasis in Princeville

Reviewed by: Whitney Family

Family of four- two adult sons, enjoyed this spacious home. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfy and each with their own amazing views. Kitchen had more than enough to cook meals and enjoy local food. Favorite spot was the patio off the living room. So lush. Private. Beautiful chickens roaming and kittens. Quiet neighborhood. Took beautiful walks. Enjoyed the nearby resort for sunset and dinner. Saturdays go to the Farmers Market. Responsive replies. Plenty of beach stuff as well. Great washer and dryer set up. Books, puzzles, and games galore. Just a lovely experience!

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Packages:	TERYX ATV Group Package: Driver + Adult Passenger
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/08/05
Activity Date:	2023/07/13

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

Excellent 10 out of 10

Reviewed by: Etcheverry

So good highly recommend great food, amazing show, loved it all!

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/08/04
Activity Date:	2023/08/02

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Unique, fun and exciting adventure

Reviewed by: Jeanne-Marie

Had a great time on this tubing trip with my 5 year old. Thought it would be more of a kids thing but it was really fun for the adults too. Beautiful scenery on the drive up and lots of interesting history. Tubing was exciting and tunnels were fun.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2023/08/03
Activity Date:	2023/08/01

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Everyone can participate

Reviewed by: Gladys

It was fun and everyone in the family can participate. Staff were so nice and informative especially our tour guide Mason. Ben and Natalie was great! Very knowledgeable of the passageways. Thank you

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2023/08/01
Activity Date:	2023/07/30

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

I personally think it's a bit overrated

Reviewed by: Chuang

The tour guide (a Hawaiian teenage girl, very energetic) is super awesome and nice, the safety tour guides also works super hard. It's the tour itself that I gave this rating. The tube would keep spinning and spinning which made me dizzy and created minor headache. I really hope that there is a way to force the tube to alway look forward. Some sort of a "1-person" short floaty canoe or kayak would have made this tour much more enjoyable. Thanks!

relaxing but watch out for spinning

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/07/31
Activity Date:	2023/07/08

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Super Fun Adventure

Reviewed by: Pam

The first time I went on this tour a friend booked and I wasn't sure about it. I had so much fun I took my daughter the next time we were here. This time I have recommended it to multiple friends who will be tubing with me for the third time! Great family fun!

Lights On

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/07/21
Activity Date:	2021/10/29

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

Great cultural experience

Reviewed by: Angie

Beautiful venue, dancing, music, and storytelling. All the performers were very talented. We enjoyed the show - it was a great way to spend our last evening in Kauai.

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Packages:	Show Only Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/07/13
Activity Date:	2023/07/11

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

Ryan and Cousin are awesome!

Reviewed by: Bam Bam

Ryan and his cousin were amazing! They were extremely kind, energetic, and you can tell they love their job and the company they work for! It was our first excursion in Kauai and it definitely was a memorable experience. Will definitely recommend this company for anyone interested in ATV tours.

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Packages:	TERYX ATV Group Package: Driver + Adult Passenger
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/07/08
Activity Date:	2023/07/05

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun River Day

Reviewed by: Kara

The river tube tour was awesome almost half of it was in caves. Definitely worth the cost and time to add it to your trip

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/07/07
Activity Date:	2023/05/25

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

Best all around

Reviewed by: Kimberly Tan

We have been to several luaus on different islands. The total experience here from start to finish was excellent. The grounds are beautiful with a lot of great photo opportunities and the food was surprisingly delicious! The drinks were tasty and they kept them coming. The show was not only entertaining with traditional components but had a flare of different cultures that really added to the experience! Absolutely a must when choosing which luau to attend. I was worried when the price was significantly more affordable but wow was I ever so happy with my choice. Would definitely recommend!!

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/07/07
Activity Date:	2023/07/05

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Amazing time!!

Reviewed by: Arthur Longobardo

The whole Family had a great time! Jacob, Griff and Jess were amazing! So much fun.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/06/02
Activity Date:	2023/05/31

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

Exciting Show

Reviewed by: Gage

Staff did a wonderful job. Beautiful lush garden setting. Tram and set up was wonderful. Just paid for the show -- best deal on the island. Seemed like a few dancers at different parts of the show forgot what they were doing. It was actually kind of laughable. Other than that, all-in-all it was a good time.

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Packages:	Show Only Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/05/25
Activity Date:	2023/05/22

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

Highlight of our trip

Reviewed by: JAV

This was my first luau and I was impressed! We had a very nice cruise to the fern grotto first which seamlessly ended right before the luau entrance time began. The location from the dock to the entrance was also very close by. The whole evening was seamlessly organized. We had a time to get there, get cocktails, watch the unearthing of the pig, then get the buffet. They let people know when to go to the buffet so it wasn’t a swarm. Love the limited open bar as well! People also were handing out drinks on trays so the bar line wasn’t an issue. I am vegetarian and since I specified ahead of time they gave a separate plate as well for me. The plate seems to be suitable for vegans as well. I was so full! I like the high chair for my toddler because it has a good table for him that was also removable. There is also an orchid garden and other gardens to walk or take a tram around to see. The show was also spectacular. Great transitions and dancing! Mahalo for a great night!

Vegetarian special plate
Stadium seating

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2023/05/24
Activity Date:	2023/05/22

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Tubing adventure

Reviewed by: Linda

We had the greatest time on this adventure! All the guides were great! We had Nick, Noah, and Braydon, but everyone involved with the tour was friendly, funny, and shared lots of information about the island. They made sure we were safe and having fun. They are a great crew and work hard. Wanted to do it all over again!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/05/24
Activity Date:	2023/05/22

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

Great and affordable show for a family of 5.

Reviewed by: Pilar

Our family booked the show only option and we had a wonderful time!
The performance was really colorful and the live music was a plus. The place is really pretty and well kept. All the people there were really nice! I highly recommend the experience. (We didn't do the whole Luau since we are vegan and we figured the meal experience wasn't for us)

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Packages:	Show Only Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/05/21
Activity Date:	2023/05/17

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Great time!

Great time 100%

Absolutely Top-Notch Experience and Loving Staff

Fun in the sun

Must do in Kauai!!

Bubu’s Amazing Tour

I did a lot of excursions on Kauai, and this is in my top 2

Tubing Tour

Mountain Tubing

Awesome

Great ATV experience through rainforests

Napali Coast Tour

SOOOO FUN

Fun, Fun,Fun!!!!

Great time!

Oasis in Princeville

Excellent 10 out of 10

Unique, fun and exciting adventure

Everyone can participate

I personally think it's a bit overrated

Super Fun Adventure

Great cultural experience

Ryan and Cousin are awesome!

Fun River Day

Best all around

Amazing time!!

Exciting Show

Highlight of our trip

Tubing adventure

Great and affordable show for a family of 5.

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