Reviewed by: 忍者白影
During the round-trip cruise, we enjoyed the captain's guidance, Hawaiian music, and dance. Upon arrival, the sacred scenery brought peace to my heart. The announcements were all in English, but I could understand them well enough to enjoy the experience. After arriving on Kauai, I booked the tour online for a day that looked like good weather. It's a tour with great cost performance. I highly recommend it.
往復のクルージング中は船長の案内やハワイアンミュージック、ダンスで盛り上がりました。到着後は神聖な景色に心が安らぎます。案内は全て英語ですが、なんとなく分かるので楽しめましたよ。カウアイ島着いてから天気の良さそうな日にネットで申し込みました。コストパフォーマンスが良いツアーです。お奨めです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Leanne
Really enjoyed the time and the fern grotto was amazing. Thanks to the Smith Family and the team.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Wellknownbuffalo
Great family run business. Old fashioned fun. Cultural tourism in a good way. Nice friendly people. Would recommend.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Rita
Check-in information:
Please note that the map guidance is not accurate. You can check in by providing your name at the ticket booth near the Wailua River boat launch. By the way, I was able to ride the bicycle I borrowed from the hotel and park it there.
About the tour:
On the boat, there was a sightseeing guide (historical explanation), and we all stood up and danced to Hawaiian music, creating a cheerful atmosphere. It's enjoyable even if you participate alone. I don't know what it was like when we could enter the fern cave, so compared to that, the fern volume seems a bit lacking, but it was still a good tour.
チェックインについて
地図の案内とずれているので注意です。ワイルアリバーボート乗り場のチケット売り場のところで名前を伝えれば受付できます。ちなみに、ホテルで借りた自転車でいき、停めることができました。
ツアーについて
ボートでは観光案内(歴史説明)もあったり、ハワイアンミュージックでみんなで立ち上がって踊ったり、陽気な雰囲気で過ごせました。1人参加でも楽しめます。シダの洞窟の中に入れた当時を知らないので、それに比較するとシダボリュームが貧弱のようですが、それでも良いツアーでした。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Cecilia
We loved the plane ride, checking in was smooth, they took pictures of us with the plane which was nice, and the employee and pilot were very friendly and helpful. We booked last minute but we felt welcomed nonetheless. The plane ride had a smooth take off and landing. And of course, the view was so amazing along with the pilot telling us all about Kauai!
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| Packages: | Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/02 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Authentic experience, the crew really goes extra to explain hawaiian histories!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Paired this with the luau and a great way to start the evening at Smiths!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/08 |
Reviewed by: ぶらいあん
We participated as a couple. The river cruise was fun with hula dancing and Hawaiian music. However, the fern cave lacked impact and was somewhat unappealing. I would like to participate in your tours again in the future.
夫婦で参加しました。
リバークルーズの方は、フラダンスあり、ハワイアン音楽ありで楽しかったです。
肝心のシダの洞窟は、余り迫力がなく魅力に乏しかったです。
また今後も貴社のツアーに参加したいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/16 |
Reviewed by: Mo
This cruise was great with our 18 month old. The boats are wide and spacious and have great visibility on any seat. We enjoyed the commentary and singing while we rode -- and barely noticed the rain.
The short walk to the fern grotto was lovely and lush. Not to mention the grotto itself. We learned more about the traditions of the place and watch a Hula performance of a love song. The guides did not rush us through the walk and were very warm and friendly.
Recommend -- especially if you have young children and need something fun to do with them. My son loved the boat ride!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Harvey
Good performance given sever flooding one day before cruise.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/12 |
Reviewed by: KW
Great luau! A little late for our 3 and 5 year old (no dinner, just the show). But they slept on the benches with our jackets and we were able to enjoy the show. Next time, I would plan this later in the trip than our 2nd night so the kids could have enjoyed it more. Jet lag was tough on the little ones!
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/04 |
Reviewed by: yuri
This is a tour where you can enjoy both a river cruise and a visit to the Fern Cave. At the Fern Cave, you'll do a bit of walking, which allows you to enjoy a forest bath, and you can fully appreciate the nature of Kailua.
リバークルーズとシダの洞窟観光の1つで2回楽しめるツアーです。シダの洞窟では少し歩くので森林浴にもなり、カイルアの自然を思う存分楽しめました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/21 |
Reviewed by: Danita Docka
The meal was lacking in authentic Hawaiian foods. The drinks were too sweet.
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| Packages: | Standard Hawaiian Package (with Poipu Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Tina B
The cruise was very relaxing and informative about the hawaiian culture as you make your way to the fern grotto thru some of the most beautiful views, you also will enjoy some beautiful singing and dancing as you cruise to a beautiful waterfalls.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
Reviewed by: San Francisco
The Smith family really made you feel like “Ohana”. They were very welcoming and embraced and welcomed each and every guest with a pooka lai; photo, tram tour, exhibition on how pig was prepared and cooking process; unlimited buffet style meal with authentic cultural entrees, desserts and “poi”; and evening entertainment.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
Reviewed by: B Denney
When I think of a Luau, I think of the movie with Adam Sandlin, Jennifer Aniston, and Nicole Kidman in Just Go With It - in Maui.
The Luau we attended here was different than my expectations. The arboretum on the property was beautiful and full of a variety of plants, trees, animals, and some sea life.
The buffet style food approach was ok, but nothing exceptional unfortunately.
After dinner, there was a show to reflect the Hawaiian history and culture through dance, which culminated in a one-man fire stick show.
Again, all okay. Probably the coolest thing to me was the fact that it's a family business of more than 5 generations. Hats off to them!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Mary
I enjoyed the cruise and found it informative. The grotto was beautiful and there were a lot of interesting plants along the jungle like walk.
My husband didn't care for it because of the amount of people on board. A bus from a cruise ship let ofF their tour people which made it pretty crowded but that is to be expected. My husband just doesn't like to be in crowds.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Tempest535
Perfect experience! Enjoyed ourselves and learned a few things!
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Rodriguez111
Fun interesting tour. Very beautiful river. The chicken were funny.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Food was better than expected, and the plantation grounds are breathtaking beauty.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Wonderful Luau show and food. The venue was beautiful and protected from any weather that might occur.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/12 |
Reviewed by: ヒロコ
It was a magical experience despite my worries about the rainy season. There were parts of the explanation in English that I didn't understand, but I was able to participate in the hula dance and singing. It was fun!
雨の多い時期だったので心配してましたが幻想的でした。
説明が英語なので理解できないとこがありましたがフラダンスや歌に参加出来ました。楽しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/22 |
Reviewed by: HG
We loved everything about this united family! They were hospitable, funny, and very entertaining. The hula dancing, singing , and history of the area was very interesting to us. We had fun from start to finish and that’s why we voted OUTSTANDING! We will definitely visit again. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/21 |
Reviewed by: Bette lou
The riverboat cruise was a great experience. The riverboat ride was gentle and relaxing. The views were exceptional. Our host gave us a background of the area, which was interesting, and also let us enjoy the peaceful silence as well. Seeing the kayakers on the river was enjoyable. My only advice would be to wear good shoes with traction. The walk up to the grotto can be a little slippery due to moisture and moss. The entertainment that took place at the destination of the grotto, was really entertaining. Enjoy the ride!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/11 |
Reviewed by: Darius
The event was awesome and the food was outstanding
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Dana
I specifically booked this luau because I read it was a great experience for kids. We loved the train ride, especially, which is unique to this location. You get to feed the pigs, cows, and horses at a stop along the way! My 2 and 5 year olds loved it. The food was good - lots of variety for different diets - and open bar is awesome!
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Not a fan of helicopter, so a small little plane to explore the island was a great choice!
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: MNielson
The Wailua River cruise to the fern grotto was perfect. It was a little wet the day we went, but the boat was covered and we were kept dry. The entertainment was amazing and we learned a lot about the fern grotto. The short hike was easy and we saw lots of ginger blossoms. This was a great family activity!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Telma
Everything was perfect !
Check in was smooth with Brooke!
Pilot Markus very knowledgeable, calm, a master!
The music and explanations were awesome
Exceeded expectations!
Thank you so much
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| Packages: | Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/22 |
Reviewed by: judi
There are several luaus that take place on the island of Kauai and I am not familiar with the others. Having said that, this show blew me away! I was not expecting such a beautiful, dramatic, outdoor setting, so many different types of dances, and a wonderful history of Hawaiian culture! My mother and I opted for the "show only" experience since we are not big carnivores. The check-in and tram ride were super efficient and helped to set the scene for the big show. As soon as the show started, I knew we'd made the right choice to see the Smith's Family Garden Luau. If you want an amazing experience for a very reasonable price, book this luau when you are in Kauai!
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/17 |
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