Reviewed by: Cheryl
We had a great time with the Smith Family cruising to the beautiful fern grotto. Our captain shared the history of the area with us as we cruised to the grotto and at the grotto, one of the performers shared more history with us. On the outward voyage we had music, dancing and song. On the way back we had the chance to learn a little hula dance. Gracious people and a good time.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/01/22 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/17 |
Reviewed by: Leslie Cody
It was a great little activity. We had done this 26 years ago for our anniversary so doing it again on our anniversary trip was great.
The staff were funny and very enjoyable. It was disappointing we couldn't go in the cave the last time you could. However we understand why.
I would definitely recommend this activity. Hearing about the history was awesome.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/01/22 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Joanne P
Everything about this experience was perfect! The grounds are so beautiful. The food was very good and plentiful, as were the drinks! The show was great and I like that it was presented separately from dinner in their amphitheater. Everyone was very welcoming in the true spirit of Aloha!
Over the years, I have attended several luaus in Hawaii, at different venues on 3 of the islands and the Smith Family Luau on Kauai was by far the best!! I’m so glad that when I was researching which luau to choose that I chose them! My husband, our son, our daughter and her fiancé, and I want to extend a huge mahalo to the Smith Family for a wonderful evening!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/01/14 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Chris K - PA
We had an amazing time on the adventure. The views and locations we were taken to were spectacular. Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and friendly and made the experience that much better. Thank you.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Four Riders Package (1 Driver + 3 Passengers) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/01/14 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Cary
My wife and I went on the Fern Grotto tour on our honeymoon in 1990. We didn't think they'd still be around, after Iniki ravaged Kauai and COVID shut down hundreds of businesses. The hotel where we stayed was gone so we feared there would be nothing left from our initial trip. But when we returned, there were the Smiths, still in business! We loved the informative cruise and especially the lovely traditional Hawaiian music - not the usual pandering with "Aloha Oe" and "Tiny Bubbles," but the real stuff. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this revisit to a highlight of our honeymoon.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Tom
The boat ride was very nice and theSmith family crew were very pleasant and informative. Seeing the grotto was awesome.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/01/05 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/03 |
Reviewed by: MSC
Pro: sensational show!
Con: rushed diner and so-so food
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/01/05 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Camp McFeely
We had a blast!!! Jacob our tour guide was AMAZING and EXTREMELY informative. Braiden was a BLAST in the water!!! We recommend the tubing adventure for everyone. We were treated extraordinary. We would do it all over again and looking forward to our next adventure!!!
Thank you so much!!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/01/02 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/30 |
Reviewed by: Whitney family
Easy and fun activity to do with littles. The boat cruise is lovely and the fern grotto is beautiful. Stroller accessible throughout. Guided commentary on the way to the grotto and live entertainment on the way back. The staff is very kind.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/01/01 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/30 |
Reviewed by: The Dennys
My husband and I both agree this has been our favorite activity while in Hawaii (we’ve done several activities on 3 different islands). There are no words to describe the beauty of the coast!! Cameron & Tony were knowledgeable and very fun!! We saw several whales & spinner dolphins, which took our trip to the next level for us! Snorkeling was cancelled because of rough water, but we didn’t even notice because we were having so much fun!! Thanks Cameron & Tony for an awesome adventure!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Afternoon Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/12/31 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/29 |
Reviewed by: wbeeman
We enjoyed the Wailua River Cruise immensely. Though it was less than two hours, the trip up the Wailua River was beautiful. The narration on the boat was informative and amusing. The Fern Grove at the end of the trip was stunning. Both at the Fern Grove and on the trip back we were entertained with music and hula dancing by charming performers who clearly love sharing these traditions with visitors. I should mention that I have mobility limitations, and the hosts on the boat were most kind and accommodating.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/31 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Lots to do on this one hike alone, the kayak start was awesome, into the gorgeous waterfall
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/25 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Emma
Rosario(I might get his name wrong) was very friendly and informative. The bus was very nice and spacious. Perfect for my tall giant! Thank you for an awesome experience.
Mahalo for joining us Emma! We hope you enjoyed your vacation in Hawaii! Me ke aloha pumehana!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The trails are out in the open forests of Kauai, which made it amazing!! Waterfall swim only tops it off. Definitely do this
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/07 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Wow! Breathtaking views, and its awesome to get guided, you learn so much of the history.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Great evening, there is lots to do and learn on the plantation before the show even begins!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Standard Hawaiian Package (with Poipu Transportation) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/02 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Thesea caves definitely made the whole event even cooler! One of a kind experience.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Morning Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: もこもこ
ツアーの時間の内訳としては、シダの洞窟への移動に片道30分程度、そしての洞窟周辺で30分程度の計1時間半のツアーでした。
子供たちが4歳と1歳9ヶ月だったので、親共々そこまで疲れず楽しめて良かったです。
もちろん川を進む船の中、シダの洞窟にて自然を満喫できます。
また近くにKamalani playgroundという子供たちが遊ぶには良い場所があるので、その点も良かったです。
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Jason V
The Smith Family are true Hawaiians. Reasonably priced and gave their all. Best family experience of our trip. Mahalo Smith Family for a memorable experience. A must when coming to Kauai
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Show Only Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Jerry
Went on the afternoon trip with my best friend, we went as a birthday outing for him. The trip was SPECTACULAR, the cliffs and the water were gorgeous, we saw a a whale, the captain regaled us with facts of the coastline, and saw one of the sea caves. It was a little rough and we did not go in but it was still just as amazing all the same. We did not do any snorkeling (as it would be a little late in the day to do so) but we were permitted to jump out of the boat to swim around. It was fun, had a nice little meal. I will definitely go with this tour again if given the chance. A+.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Afternoon Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/12/18 |
Activity Date: | 2022/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Jason V
Great tour. Had a wonderful time with my elderly mother and young daughter
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/12/18 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/16 |
Reviewed by: Hannah Welter
Like has such an amazing crew! I got a little sea sick and they were wonderful to help me with get through it!
The views were amazing!! It was hard for me not to get a little choked up.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Morning Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/16 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/03 |
Reviewed by: Hannah Welter
Our highlight of our honeymoon was zip lining with this amazing Crew! Miles and Boo Boo were incredible! The views were gorgeous! So happy we looked around before just picking a random one
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Zipline & Waterfall Swim Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/15 |
Activity Date: | 2022/11/29 |
Reviewed by: Hannah Welter
We had two different events with Kauai Backcountry Adventures and they are simply amazing. Very fun and friendly staff. If there are any questions you have, the staff knows and loves their home very much!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/15 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Cyndy Harris
This boat ride was truly Amazing! I would do again! It is a Must do!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/12/14 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/12 |
Reviewed by: sid
Great River Tour , excellent entertainment and a good price, highly recommend!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/12/13 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/08 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii Ray
Reasonably priced river tour. There are some great views and the crew sings wonderful Hawaiian music. If your visiting for the first time bring your family and take the grotto tour.
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | River Cruise Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Chauna
Staff was friendly from first walking into the warehouse to our tour guide, Bubu, who was very knowledgeable and informative of the histories of Hawai'i as well as great places to visit while on Kaua'i.
Our tube instructors Keoni & Doza? were great at making sure no one strayed from the path and made everyone comfortable within our group. Which is really great because you can't control your tubes.. you WILL be bumping into each other.
The water is also very brisk & most of the ride is underground (in tunnels) so a rashguard is probably a good idea unless you like the cold.
Definitely something fun to do with friends, family, your other half, etc. We want to do their ziplining tour on our next trip!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Wesley wright
A definite must do this activity was totally awesome extremely pleasant staff very very fun activity the staff really knew how to get the group engaged and become one far more than my expectations a lot of fun for the whole family and any age definitely 5 stars
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/09 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/07 |
Reviewed by: Amanda & William
Exhilarating doors off helicopter ride, views were amazing, especially since you are able to see everything, you are at one with nature!! Niki our pilot was excellent, very informative throughout the tour, we had a fabulous trip, highly recommend this tour and Air Kauai doors off!
Rating: | |
---|---|
Packages: | Doors-Off Helicopter Flight (45-50 minutes) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/12/04 |
Activity Date: | 2022/12/02 |
Tips and suggestions
Reply from activity provider
An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
Melé Kalikimaka Kara, Thanks for the 5 stars. The tour to the falls, as you learned was a nice combo of upper body and lower body exercise; when your arms are about to give out from kayaking…there is the trail to the fall. Happy Holidays. Micco/Head Guide