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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Great Value

Reviewed by: Kauai Girl, 2015/02/15

Nice trip for a reasonable cost. Entertainment at the Fern Grotto was a nice touch. Entertainers then return on the boat with you for the trip back, singing and dancing all the way. Easy on and off access.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2015/02/12
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Awesome and Passionate

Reviewed by: Kat and Tom, 2015/02/07

This was exciting and passionate! Well choreographed and emotion filled. The Dancers are sexy and in great shape, and very much into their roles! The history is that of many pioneers and reveals all the sorrow and exhilaration of coming to a new land! Hawaii is no different than America and the West, or of Europe and its colonization. The story is fiery in its presentation with several ovations prompted by the force of the dancers, well worth seeing. And the food is excellent. The whole is well organized and amazing!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2015/02/03
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

This activity should be discontinued

Reviewed by: Chris , 2014/12/13

The fern grotto is a piece of Hawaiian history. Originally the site of a huge waterfall, before the river was diverted for irrigation, and originally the site of hundreds of ferns, before being battered by cyclones, this place is not what it once was.
It would have been a very impressive tourist attraction in the early 1900s but unfortunately ferns need water to grow and as it is with the river not going through here this place will never be as impressive and at the moment the tourist operators are trying to flog a dead horse.
Unless they divert the river back through here and let the ferns regenerate I would not recommend it. Time to put this activity out to pasture!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/11/19
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Awesome entertainment!

Reviewed by: Hulala, 2014/12/09

I was not particularly excited about this excursion because the fern grotto is all dried up and you can't go in anymore. However the entertainment was great. I dont think they could have made the excursion better with all the story telling, music and dancing. It was alot more than i expected and it was a great start to the luau we saw after!

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

relaxing

Reviewed by: TN traveler, 2014/12/04

The Cruise Is On A River Not IN THE Ocean FOR Anyone Worried About attire. It is very laid back atmosphere so any clothes are appropriate. The staff where authentic and made you welcome. I combined with smith laaui.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2014/12/01
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Good trip as part of luau

Reviewed by: Gordon Edmonton, 2014/11/17

This was an interesting trip. A lot of fun and a good "part" of the luau.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/11/12
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Relaxing Wailua

Reviewed by: Mary, 2014/11/17

Every time we come to Kauai we take this River Cruise. It is so relaxing and the ride on the Wailua is calm and you don't have to paddle! We love the entertainment at Fern grotto as well as the fun on the way back to the dock. Everyone we have taken has enjoyed it! We always take this cruise right before going to the luau. A wonderful value too!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/11/12
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Off the bucket list

Reviewed by: arkhas, 2014/11/15

If you don't know what to do with your time allotted to satisfying curiosity, take this cruise. It offers usual Hawaiian fare of beautiful scenery not accessible otherwise, enthusiastic entertainment complete with hula dance, and a photo op against inaccessible fern grotto

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/10/20
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern grotto

Reviewed by: Marsha, 2014/11/04

Boring... Crowded and fern grotto was pretty but....

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/10/30
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

River CRUISE/ Tropical Luau

Reviewed by: carlie, 2014/10/07

This is a must entertainment was awsome and the cruise up the river was great very relaxing weather couldnt have been better and the Luau is a must execellent food and drinks

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/05/01
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River Cruise

Reviewed by: Dean, 2014/10/05

It was a nice way to start the afternoon before the Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/09/11
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Padricipant

Reviewed by: Sharon Norris, 2014/10/05

Very lovely experience and I would recommend everyone participate in this adventure.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/10/01
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: Eoka, 2014/09/20

We enjoyed the lush surroundings, however, it cannot compare to our previous trip which was many years ago. At that time we were able to actually walk into the Fern Grotto and listen to the singers in the grotto. We did enjoy the entertainment on our return trip back to the dock.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/09/17
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

More than expected!

Reviewed by: MarshFamily, 2014/09/20

This tour is awesome! So much more than expected! The family/crew were all very nice and very entertaining! I would recommend this tour to anyone looking to learn a little bit of island history and relax on the comfortable boat!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/09/17
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Delightful!

Reviewed by: Felicia, 2014/09/13

Was definitely worth the time! I would have liked to be able to approach the grotto, but our guide was magnificent & the boat team made it a very enjoyable trip. Talented dancer & singers! We will cherish this memory!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/08/18
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Luau Klalmaku at Kilohana Plantation (premium luau seating)

Reviewed by: Werner, 2014/08/24

Enjoyed the story. Great dansers. Our daughter loved the the "fire-danser".
The food was also very good.

Mahalo for the great show.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2014/08/01
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: Shirin Khosravinejat, 2014/08/23

It was fun. Polite, professional staff,
Enjoyable performance; however the stop was somewhat short at fern Grotto.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/07/31
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Not so exciting

Reviewed by: Jim, 2014/08/10

River was calm. Performance was nice, but overall not so exciting. Won't do it again.

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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Luau at kilohana plantation

Reviewed by: Isabel d, 2014/08/04

The dancers were excellent!! Loved the story line. The food and drinks were delicious!! Will definitely go back and would recommend your luau!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2014/07/29
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: Jackie, 2014/08/04

I was disappointed. I had been there about 4 years ago and the Fern Grotto was beautiful with lots of beautiful flowers to look at. It was so over grown you could hardly see the water fall. I also felt rushed, no time to admire the flowers that were there. I would not recommend this.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/07/28
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

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Reviewed by: Gladys Perry, 2014/08/03

I was disappointed that we could no longer go up to the fern area due to damage beyond the River Cruise control.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/04/30
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

More than Worth the Money

Reviewed by: Kelly Crain, 2014/07/19

I really enjoyed this. The staff were friendly, but not pushy. Nobody tried to sell me something else or tried to get me to upgrade to something else. The boat ride was pleasant, scenic, and informative. The grotto is pretty, but I think the benefit is the boat ride, music, and hula demonstrations. I would definitely do this again.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2014/07/12
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto Tour

Reviewed by: Love Kauai, 2014/07/07

Our tour had no enthusiasm and excitement in his voice. The crew seemed like this was a task. The Hawaiian dancers were good, the singer was good.
Had been on the Fern Grotto tour a few years ago and was much better.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2014/06/10
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Fun evening!

Reviewed by: The Bowmans, 2014/07/04

Dinner was great for adults and chicken available for picky children. Luau show was great!

  • The Bowmans

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2014/07/01
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: deborah cothran, 2014/06/15

Great! For $18 each, picked up at resort, trip down river to the Fern Grotto. We knew that previous rains had altered the view, so there was no disappointment. Live entertainment on the way out and a great island history lesson on the way back. A good, short tour of this part of Kaua'i

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/06/10
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River Cruise

Reviewed by: Dan and Holly, 2014/05/31

Awesome time! We were very pleased with our experience!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/05/05
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River cruise to Fern Gratto

Reviewed by: marlene, 2014/05/31

We would recommend to everyone. Really enjoyed the view. If you for to Kauaii you have to see.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/05/05
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Best Luau Ever

Reviewed by: KathyS, 2014/05/21

This luau was beyond our expectations. We went for the gold seating (worth it). We had a table right up front. Upon entering we were able to learn a few hula moves with the poi balls and do some shopping with local vendors. Open bar! All you could drink all through dinner. Hula dancers before and during dinner. Group hula lesson - fun! Buffet food was good - dessert delicious. Show after dinner was spectacular!! We also went to the plantation a couple of hours before the luau started to enjoy a tour of the old plantation house (with shops) and did some run tasting. Definitely worth the money. I would highly recommend this event.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2014/05/13
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Wailua River Cruise

Reviewed by: JSchwarcz, 2014/05/18

Beautiful trip down the Wailua River with great entertainment! Fern Grotto was spectacular!!! A must see when in Kauai!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2014/04/26
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance

Luau Okay Train Ride a Waste of time.

Reviewed by: Vicki, 2014/05/12

I've been to a lot of luaus. This one was okay. Food was average but nothing special. Buffet was hot and line went quickly.
Show was very good although not what most people would expect for a Luau. The show was a portrayal of how the first people came to Kauai. Very good but would have liked to seen more traditional dances.
The train ride is a waste of $18 and 45 minutes. would not recommend taking it at all unless you like to see pigs and chickens.

Staff was efficient and friendly.

Probably would not go back to this luau again.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2014/05/09
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