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All Reviews for Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto in Kauai
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Fun and Beautiful
Reviewed by: Pam Hurst
We really enjoyed the Fern Grotto your. The boat ride was entertaining then walking into the grotto was breathtaking. It rained before we got there so it was fresh and a little humid all at the same time. Would recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/08 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Fun river cruise!
Reviewed by: Warren Mitchell
This was a really nice time. The cruise was just long enough to relax, enjoy some Hawaiian culture and see the beautiful Fern Grotto. We never felt rushed and enjoyed everything at our own speed.
We didn’t realize how big the Kauai River is. We had always pictured it as being much, much smaller.
It was also very affordable and definitely worth the time and money.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/28 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Wonderful trip
Reviewed by: Sue
After a 44 year absence my husband and I returned to the Wailua River cruise with our oldest granddaughter. Much had changed and much was still the same. The boats are bigger and covered. The music was fun and enjoyable. The cave is less accessible than it was way back then but that was due to natural consequences and the family has worked hard to create a lovely walk and viewing area. We appreciated the wonderful family involved in all aspects of the trip and learned more about the area. It was a wonderful lead into our night at the Smith Family Luau which we also enjoyed and recommend!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/23 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Fern Grotto
Reviewed by: Karen
We all enjoyed the boat ride and the walk to the grotto. I missed being able to go inside like I did on my first visit years ago.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/01 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Step back into a 1960’s adventure.
Reviewed by: Wanda
Unfortunately most of the wonder has been lost. A relaxing ride on a river filled with kayakers.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/26 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Pleasant River Ride with Entertainment
Reviewed by: R. Schaffer
The site is well kept and attractive. The boat is clean and roomy. There is entertainment one way and on the way back, information about the area and the River. At the Fern Grotto you have a short walk into the forest area and a view into The Grotto. I was hoping for more historical information and a closer look at the grotto.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/03 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Such a great experience !
Reviewed by: Kelly
Such a great experience !
My husband and I went kayaking before we were married. Now we have two little ones and wanted to get to the beautiful Fern Grotto. I am so thankful for this trip that we could share is with our 3 and 1 year old. Thank you for having this opportunity
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/24 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Best part of our trip
Reviewed by: JAV
It was very well run and a calming quick boat ride. We walked to see the fern grotto which was beautiful and our tour guide also helped sing a wedding song to us. It was cute. We had a chance to take pictures. A bathroom was available. We were sung to on the way back as well.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/22 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Worth the money!
Reviewed by: Gary & Becky
The cruise to the grotto was good. Interesting history of the Smith family discussed on river boat. Scenery is good and the grotto is in a very lush location. The folks are very nice and accommodating. We chose the river cruise to be at the Luau on time.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/27 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Good time!
Reviewed by: Krista
We enjoyed the views as well as the stories and entertainment. Great family!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/03 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Birthday Time
Reviewed by: Patricia James
It was a great time. Really enjoyed it It was our birthday week and we had the best time. The boat ride, the songs, the hula dance was spot on.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/30 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Relaxing ride
Reviewed by: Bill
What a beautiful experience! Comfortable, clean ride up calm river to breathtaking rainforest. Knowledgeable staff was informative and entertaining. Finally a great value!
Would recommend to anyone coming to Kauai. Will do again.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/10 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great way to see Fern Grotto
Reviewed by: Krisio
This was a quick fun little trip. The staff was fun and informative.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/31 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Kauai River Cruise
Reviewed by: Kauai River Cruise
I really enjoyed the tour other than not being able to hear what the narrator was saying along the trail. He should have had a megaphone or microphone so we at back could hear what he was saying. I heard from other people he was describing the plants & trees along the way, which I heard nothing.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/16 |
シダの洞窟 観光遊覧船 ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く！＜英語ガイド／半日＞
一人で行けないシダの洞窟に、エンターテインメント込みで楽しめました！
Reviewed by: ジャワティー
島でレンタカーを借りて、熟年夫婦でハワイ旅行しました。
今回は、オアフ島とカウアイ島。
カウアイ島では狙っていたシダの洞窟には観光遊覧船が気になっていて予約しました。乗船してからルアウ（古典的なフラ？）を見せて頂きながら、川を遡上し、洞窟まで行きました。洞窟では英語でゆかいな解説を聞けました。
帰りもみんなで一緒に歌を歌いながら楽しく戻ることができました。
フラのディナーに予定が合わず行けませんでしたが、こちらのツアーで雰囲気を味わえました。おすすめです。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/21 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
First time. It was wonderful experience.
Reviewed by: Pat Tompkins
Very knowledgeable guides. Good entertainment. Really enjoyed.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/01 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Awesome
Reviewed by: Luvs Kauai
There was 2 couples in our party. We all though the tour was beautiful and well worth it.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/21 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Beautiful and Informative
Reviewed by: Me Ber
It was a fun time, informative and beautiful. The staff were kind and knowledgeable.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/16 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Fantastic!
Reviewed by: Jrod
Entertaining and informative. Hula dancing and Hawaiian music. Spectacular view of Fern Grotto.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/15 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
So beautiful and the history is a plus
Reviewed by: Sue A S
Such a great experience!! Skipper Whitney the grandson of the original Smith was a delight! I will go over and over again just for the beauty and history!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/16 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great tour!
Reviewed by: Guest
The tour guides were wonderful and the stories told were beautiful
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/08 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Fun way to spend some time
Reviewed by: Joan
The staff were welcoming, informative, and entertaining.
The cruise was relaxing and comfortable.
The walk to the Grotto was convenient and beautiful.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/16 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great family run business.
Reviewed by: CAS
The boat ride over to the fern grotto was easy and short. Heard some history,, took a short walk to the grotto where they sang a song and danced. It was beautiful. Ride back had music and hula dancing. It was a slow day for us and this for perfect in our plans. Relaxing calm ride with great people. Highly recommend………………………………………………………………………………………………………we had a short lesson on how to hula dance on our way back to the dock.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/13 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Outstanding!
Reviewed by: Catchit2000
Fun, enjoyed the music and narrative. Good history of the area
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/18 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Short but fun
Reviewed by: Hollie O
People are great, fun, a good afternoon on the water
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/12 |
シダの洞窟 観光遊覧船 ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く！＜英語ガイド／半日＞
とてもリラックスできました
Reviewed by: ハワイ好き
まず、ハワイに（しかも小さなカウアイ島に）こんなに大きな川が流れているのが驚きでした。このツアーは７６年の歴史があるそうですが、創始者ウォルター・スミスの孫娘にあたる方がツアーガイドをしてくださり感動しました。雰囲気的にはアマゾン川を船旅してるような感じで、結構楽しめました。純粋に川だけのクルーズで（海には出ない）、船も全く揺れずに船酔いもありませんでした。小さな子供から高齢の方まで問題なく楽しめるツアーだとおもいます。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/26 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Excellent short cruise with entertainment
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.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/17 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great little adventure!
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.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/20 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Family-run business, run smoothly, good value; hosts and hostesses professional with keen sense of humor.
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.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/09 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great trip to the grotto
Reviewed by: Tom
The boat ride was very nice and theSmith family crew were very pleasant and informative. Seeing the grotto was awesome.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/03 |
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