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Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Luau

Reviewed by: Kyla

AWESOME!!! Must do this! The dinner was great, and the show afterwards was even better!

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Posted on:	2015/12/06
Activity Date:	2015/11/13

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Beautiful family business

Reviewed by: Anna

So glad I went beyond the ship to find this gem of a luau:)
Super friendly people, beautiful grounds, great food! Good value so glad I found them!

Yummy dinner

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2015/10/25
Activity Date:	2015/10/22

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Luau

Reviewed by: Glen Hayden

The food is great and the Mai Tais flow. What better way to end the day than food, drink, and a show!

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2015/10/25
Activity Date:	2015/09/28

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

YUMMY!!!!!!!!!

Reviewed by: Ozzie

It goes without saying, the food was INCREDIBLE! An all you can eat buffet of delicious Hawaiian delicacies? Yes please, sign me up! The dances at the end was really great too. So awesome to get to know a little more about the island, its history and to see all those amazing performers move about the stage. My only suggestion would be to not eat all day and save yourself for this experience. There are so many varieties of food to partake, you're gonna need a completely empty stomach to have it all. Enjoy!

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/10/08
Activity Date:	2015/09/18

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smiths Tropical Luau

Reviewed by: Carri Cheek

I attended this luau as a child and was even better than I remembered. Everyone we so nice the food we great. The show incredible, we loved every minute of the Luau!

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Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2015/10/04
Activity Date:	2015/09/10

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great traditional Luau

Reviewed by: Marcia

Grounds are beautiful, food was great and the show is very impressive

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/09/19
Activity Date:	2015/08/28

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Time

Reviewed by: Kim

This was a great time! Enjoyed the show, the garden, the food & the river tour. Learning more about the authenic cultures of the area sure was fun. THanks for everything!! One thing to note is that there were terrible mosquitos. Wear some bug spray!! :)

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/09/10
Activity Date:	2015/09/04

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Luau

Reviewed by: Marilyn

They took pictures as you came into the grounds, I wish they had taken a few minutes to be sure everyone was in the picture and could be seen. The grounds are very pretty and well maintained, it was fun to ride thru the gardens and get info about the trees and flowers. The sitting was good, lots of people, lines at food tables went fast and plenty of food. Drinks were plentiful, service was good, very friendly family. Then when the bar/drink area closed, we were all sent to the luau dance area. It was very warm, with the smell of the gasoline/fuel for the fire dance. The dancers were ok, the whole luau was too long, I felt that several of the dances were very slow and long. The whole dance part could have been cut in half. The fire dancer was really good, as were the stick dancers.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2015/08/20
Activity Date:	2015/08/14

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Ann-Marie Ross

We had a great day and night. The gardens, grotto, and luau were all just amazing. Good food, great entertainment and very friendly and nice people. Would do it again in a heart beat. :)

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/08/15

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Had a great time at Smiths

Reviewed by: John

I would do this again. Dinner and drinks where great. Show was very good. We had a great time, most memorable was all the peacocks running around. The staff was very friendly

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Posted on:	2015/07/22

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

What you came to Hawaii for

Reviewed by: Diane

Truly magical experience. Loved the Family feel, mixed with great props and settings. Loved Auntie too!

Auntie is the best

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2015/07/13
Activity Date:	2014/08/15

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

LUAU

Reviewed by: Jay Parker

I was not there but my frends was there.Jerry &Brenda .Jearel& Gail was there and they loved it very much.And though it wss the best one. And would give it top raiting. Thank You. Jay

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2015/07/04
Activity Date:	2015/06/12

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Luau

Reviewed by: Jim

Fantastic! You could tell the employees love what they do and loved sharing their traditions with us. It was organized and the food was fabulous! The grounds were beautiful and the show was spectacular.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2015/05/22
Activity Date:	2015/04/23

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Well organised and tasty food.

Reviewed by: Laura

Had to wait for 25 minutes on arrival in a queue to 'check in', once inside we didn't realise how big the area was. Markets, no lines at the bar, the buffet was well organised and entertainment was good. Not an intimate affair, hundreds of people but well worth the price.

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Packages:	Gold Package: Premium Seating
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/05/20
Activity Date:	2015/05/12

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Fun

Reviewed by: Eva

This was so much fun. The food was great. The dancing was fantastic. Great time.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2015/05/17
Activity Date:	2015/05/13

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Very good experience

Reviewed by: Jessica

The nature was amazing and the food was delicious! Such a fun time and atmosphere! The show at the end showed many cool dances and showcased all kinds of different cultures.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2015/04/15
Activity Date:	2015/04/13

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

The Best Combo Tour in Kauai

Reviewed by: Bud & Babe w/ guests

Pre-dinner boat trip was great and set the mood for the beautiful Smith acreage of garden, trees, animals and Culture.
The Luau dinner was the BEST we have ever had. A good variety of Hawaiian and American cuisine. The service was super organized and everyone was seated and eating with- in minutes.
After eating everyone walked about 100 yards to the outdoor theater and enjoyed dancing depicting several cultures as well as Hawaiian traditional dances and fire dance.
The four of us had a wonderful evening!!

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/04/11
Activity Date:	2015/04/08

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Nice show

Reviewed by: kablewhirl

This trip is very organized. We arrived at the grounds and were driven on a tram to the gardens (not sure why the tram, completely walkable). We were then left to wander the gardens for a half hour or so. The gardens are beautiful, the whole setting is lovely. The next event was the ceremony explaining how the pig is prepared and cooked, which was somewhat interesting. Next we were ushered into the dining area for cocktails and dinner. The pork was delicious, the rest basically typical buffet fare. Dinner felt like we were at a big wedding reception and didn't know anyone. If you like buffets and big feedings, you'll love this. Not our family's cup of tea. After dinner we walked to the theater for the show. The show was fine, the dancers were fine, it was entertaining. We didn't really know what to expect from a luau when we signed up and now that we've experienced it, we'll never feel a need to go back. Glad we saw the dancing but this is the one excursion we regret having spent our time and money on during our week in Kauai.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2015/04/05
Activity Date:	2015/04/02

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden luau/ & fern grotto boat tour

Reviewed by: Kathleen torres

We had a nice time on the river boat cruise and the luau was exceptional. We have been to at least 5 other luaus over the last several years and this was by far the best. The food was great. The entertainment was great and it was very well organized.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/03/24
Activity Date:	2015/03/11

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation

Reviewed by: George Carr

The train ride was very nice. Enjoyed seeing the plantation. The show was wonderful. The story behind the show was much better that the traditional Luau show of various dancers.

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Packages:	Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/03/10
Activity Date:	2015/03/03

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Awesome and Passionate

Reviewed by: Kat and Tom

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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Packages:	Gold Package: Premium Seating
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/02/07
Activity Date:	2015/02/03

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Excellent Tour.

Reviewed by: Emma

We usually choose to avoid the tours in favour of exploring on our own. However, on advice from friends who previously lived in Hawaii, a Luau is an experience not to be missed.
We chose the Fern Grotto River Boat Tour and Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau combination tour with pick up and drop off from our hotel. It proved to be a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and evening.
The Fern Grotto, despite now missing a large number of ferns after the hurricane, is still a beautiful and tranquil spot to visit.
The highlight of this tour was definitely the Luau though. From start to finish, the service and quality of the show were seamless. The grounds are beautifully manicured and a photographer's delight. The food was delicious and ample in quantity; especially the pork. We were most impressed with how they managed to serve so many people in such an organised fashion. Everything was so very orderly and most visitors were invited to help themselves to second and third helpings. The Mai Tais and Punch were delicious and soft drinks were also readily available.
The show itself was very good and we were highly impressed with the quality of the performance.
Overall, a fabulous tour and highly recommended for all ages.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2015/02/01
Activity Date:	2015/01/07

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Hulala

The luau was held in a beautiful place and it was really fun to explore. Unfortunately, when the seating began we were asked to move multiple times because of reserved seating and it made the dinner portion of our evening very very annoying. Luckily, the entertainment after dinner was awesome.

Thier were a ton of really cool birds.

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Posted on:	2014/12/09

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

must see

Reviewed by: TN traveler

I made this a part of my 2nd nights activities and had a wonderful time. I had shuttle service from hotel free to a gorgeous park. The food was excellent and drinks were very good. I had the Mai Tai and Hawaiian punch. Take a camera because the park is amazing. Smoking is near the bathroom , fyi :) this company has best ratings with trip advisor. I would love to see it again. Oh video camera because no flash photos. You need $20 to purchase the photo taken upon arrival. Have fun!

cheeze!

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2014/12/04
Activity Date:	2014/12/01

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Hawaiin Tradition

Reviewed by: JDowdell

I've been to several luaus on different islands and Smiths is my favourite by far. Beautiful property to walk around. Buffet dinner is very organized and extremely filling not to mention the free Mai Tai's. Really nice show of Hawaiin style dance as opposed to the "Vegas" act I've seen at other Luaus. And if you are staying in Kapa'a, transportation is included. Definately a "must do " while you are visiting the beautiful island of Kauai

Beautiful grounds to walk around
Great buffet
Yummy food
Lovely show

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/11/29
Activity Date:	2014/11/05

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Excellent luau

Reviewed by: Gordon Edmonton

This was an excellent luau. Very well organized and a great venue for the event. It was great for all ages. We had a 16 year old and two 80 year olds with us. All enjoyed emensly. Thank you

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/11/17
Activity Date:	2014/11/12

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Garden Luau is wonderful!

Reviewed by: Mary

We truly enjoyed the luau at Smith's Tropical Paradise! Beautiful gardens, many picture opportunities, great food, excellent show! I love the family atmosphere at this luau and the hospitality that is extended to everyone. The show teaches about the many different people who settled in the Hawaiian islands. We always recommend this luau when we meet other travelers. It is an enjoyable and well-paced evening of great food and entertainment!

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/11/17
Activity Date:	2014/11/12

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Marsha

Great food and drinks. Show was really nice. However, I suggest not to go on a rainy day. Can't enjoy the beautiful grounds like I would have liked. Tables a little too close together, couldn't move or relax easy like a luau should be.

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/11/04
Activity Date:	2014/10/30

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Surprised!

Reviewed by: Just me

Short and sweet ... the tour of the grounds was lovely; the food and mai tai's were superior; but the dances needed some umph! That was a sad ending to an event that started great.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/10/13
Activity Date:	2014/10/08

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau & River Cruise

Reviewed by: Dean

A nice afternoon and evening with the cruise along the river to the waterfall with entertainment followed by a ride / walk thru the gardens, a good meal drinks and good entertainment. I enjoyed the evening Thankyou

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/10/05
Activity Date:	2014/09/11

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Smith's Luau

Beautiful family business

Smith's Luau

YUMMY!!!!!!!!!

Smiths Tropical Luau

Great traditional Luau

Great Time

Luau

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Had a great time at Smiths

What you came to Hawaii for

LUAU

Luau

Well organised and tasty food.

Fun

Very good experience

The Best Combo Tour in Kauai

Nice show

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden luau/ & fern grotto boat tour

Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation

Awesome and Passionate

Excellent Tour.

Great Experience

must see

Hawaiin Tradition

Excellent luau

Smith's Garden Luau is wonderful!

Garden Luau

Surprised!

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau & River Cruise

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