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Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

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Only accessible by boat along the Wailua River, Kauai's Fern Grotto is a natural formation of lava rock that has accumulated a spectacular assemblage of fern, moss and other vibrant flora. This natural curiosity has attracted visitors for years, and river boat service offers an affordable method of transportation with the added benefit of local Hawaiian music. A great stop to add to any Kauai trip.

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

Way too crowded

2023/09/13 Couples TravelerT

I was expecting to "be at one with nature" but there were so many people. We took a short walk up the path, which was beautiful but no time to stop & appreciate it or take photos. Then, when reaching to grotto, it was so... more

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It struggled to be too comprehensive.

2023/09/09 Couples John

My wife and I had taken guided tours before mainly in the Carribean. On those tours, we stopped for various activities: touring a ruin, lunch on the beach, and a hike through a rainforest. Our guide, Kevin, did an exce... more

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

A nice family outing.

2023/09/09 Families TTD

My husband and I did this trip with our 20 and 14 year olds. We all enjoyed it. The boat scenery is beautiful the grotto is an amazing site and the music and entertainment on the way home was nice. We all even participat... more

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

Fern Grotto boat tour

2023/09/05 Families Debbie

Beautiful river excursion; would have loved more time and not so rushed at the Grotto. One song seemed lame. Wanted time to take pictures of foliage on way down. Definitely would not recommend for wheelchair guests. It w... more

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

Wonderful River Cruise

2023/09/02 Couples Pat

We took this River Cruise on our 20th wedding anniversary. it was to remind us of the beauty of the Fern Grotto that we visit many years ago. The boat ride was fun. We loved the narration, the music and hula dancing. I h... more

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

A bit of history

2023/08/30 Couples Michelle B

The crew was very interactive with guests. They told the story of the grotto and about Hawaiian history. The fern grotto isn’t what it used to be but still a beautiful spot.

Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto | Book Kauai Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Only accessible by boat along the Wailua River, Kauai's Fern Grotto is a natural formation of lava rock that has accumulated a spectacular assemblage of fern, moss and other vibrant flora. This natural curiosity has attracted visitors for years, and river boat service offers an affordable method of transportation with the added benefit of local Hawaiian music. A great stop to add to any Kauai trip.