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Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour at Kipu Ranch - Off-Road 3-Hour Expedition

Excellent adventure

What a blast! We rode in the Teryx 4 seaters and everyone had a fantastic time. The staff was great (James and Marlon). They were very knowledgeable about the ranch and history of the island. It had rained heavy the night before and still a little rainy when we started out which made the adventure even more fun in the mud. We enjoyed it so much we went back the next week and did their 'Teryx and BBQ tour' with James, which was completely different from the waterfall tour. We saw other parts of the ranch plus the food was great. This tour is only on Wednesdays for no more than 6 Teryx and not advertised. On our second tour the roads were dry and DUSTY. It was still fun but you will get dirty. If You only had time for one tour, I recommend the waterfall tour. It's a 4 hour tour (the BBQ tour is only 3 hours) because you will see more parts of the ranch and will get to swim under a waterfall towards the end of your adventure.

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We are pleased to hear you had a great time out on tour! When you come back next time we hope you have a chance to come back. Thank you for including Kipu Ranch Adventures in your vacation to Kaua'i.

Mahalo,

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Packages:	5 to 6 Passenger UTV - (Until Dec 31st, 2017)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/07/07
Activity Date:	2014/06/26

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Mountain Tubing Adventure

Reviewed by: Jodie Harrison

Had an amazing time! Such funand a great guide. Thank you Spencer!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2014/07/06
Activity Date:	2014/07/02

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

Good food

Reviewed by: jbradem

We had a great time. Food was great and they fed the entire group quickly. Pork was excellent. Show was good as well. Highly recommend.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/07/05
Activity Date:	2014/06/11

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

exceptional...would do it again

Reviewed by: Tracey

the Smith family luau was so much fun. The food was delicious and entertainment exceptional. Would definitely recommend for all ages.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/07/04
Activity Date:	2014/07/01

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun with the kids

Reviewed by: The Bowmans

My 10 yr old niece talked about this excursion for days after it was over! She had lots of fun and our guides were lots of fun.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2014/07/04
Activity Date:	2014/07/02

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

Fun evening!

Reviewed by: The Bowmans

Dinner was great for adults and chicken available for picky children. Luau show was great!

The Bowmans

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Packages:	Plantation Owner's Evening (Show with 4-course Dinner)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2014/07/04
Activity Date:	2014/07/01

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

best luau

Reviewed by: Bernie

This was such a nice experience, the family is very friendly. Food was excellent!!!!! The show gave a variety of cultures to the audience.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2014/06/30
Activity Date:	2014/06/26

Scenic Kauai Airplane Tour to Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls

Outstanding

Reviewed by: Winifred

The airplane tour was the highlight of our trip. The scenery was beyond our expectations. It was just beautiful. Josh, the pilot, explained everything to us as we passed by the different areas. Josh is a very professional person and very engaging. I would recommend this trip to everyone.

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Packages:	Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/30
Activity Date:	2014/06/05

Scenic Kauai Airplane Tour to Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls

SUPER AMAZING Airplane Tour

Reviewed by: Alyssa & Bryan Davis

This was one of our favorite things that we did while we were in Kauai(and we did a lot!). The flight was beautiful! I can't even put into words how amazing this was. I was a little apprehensive about being in a plane versus the helicopter but I was happy with the decision we made. I saw helicopters along the tour and they do get a little closer to the waterfalls and mountains but there is something truly amazing about getting a zoomed out view of Kauai, I feel like I got to see more of the island this way. In addition to the scenery, the pilot was extremely nice and knowledgeable and made sure we were comfortable throughout the whole flight. Furthermore, the other staff at Wings over Kauai were AMAZING! They have a few surprises for their guests that I won't ruin here, but I will say that they are very generous! I HIGHLY recommend this activity to everyone!!!

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Packages:	Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/26
Activity Date:	2014/06/17

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Awesome SNUBA Tour

Reviewed by: A Davis

This tour was pretty cool. I wasn't sure what to expect and was really nervous but everyone friendly and helpful. One of the guides, Sean, can come off a little abrasive to an anxious person like me and kind of seemed like "oh great, I have deal with a tourist who doesn't know what they're doing" but the main guy (I can't remember his name, sorry) made up for him and really helped me out when I was having difficulty. The diversity of fish and life that you get to see is beautiful and amazing! I would highly recommend this activity!

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Packages:	Standard Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/26
Activity Date:	2014/06/19

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Fern Grotto

Reviewed by: deborah cothran

Great! For $18 each, picked up at resort, trip down river to the Fern Grotto. We knew that previous rains had altered the view, so there was no disappointment. Live entertainment on the way out and a great island history lesson on the way back. A good, short tour of this part of Kaua'i

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/15
Activity Date:	2014/06/10

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

Great food

Reviewed by: Jeff

Overall I would say this event was a positive experience. The food was very good. The tour of the property was very enjoyable, this is a magnificent setting for a luau. In my opinion, the after dinner show, however, needs to be updated. I'm sure there are those who appreciate the cultural and artistic emphasis on which the show was based, however, from an entertainment perspective, this show fell considerably short of other luaus I have attended. Most of the music was very slow paced, some of it seemed to drag on forever. I expected a more fast paced performance, one which would ellicit more enthusiasm, more excitement within the audience. The slow paced, historic theme just didn't get it done for myself and the people with which I attended this event.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/06/13
Activity Date:	2014/06/10

Small-Group Circle Island Airplane Tour with Window Seat - Air Ventures Kauai

It all depends on..........

Reviewed by: Jeff

Really enjoyed the flight, the pilot was excellent, but, the entire experience hinges on which side of the plane you happen to be seated on. As you depart, the coastline is on the right side of the plane, which allows you to see the attractions the pilot is making reference to. If you are on the left, you mostly view the open sea. He does circle around occasionally, however your view is a brief one, usually right on top, making it very difficult to get a good angle for a picture. I enjoyed the pilot, his commentary was very insightful, however, I would only recommend this excursion for anyone assured of seat on the right side of the plane.

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Packages:	Private Kauai Air Tour
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/06/13
Activity Date:	2014/06/10

Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch

ANAZING!!!!

Reviewed by: Carey n' Billy

My husband who is DEATHLY afraid of heights had the time of his life on this!! The gradual build up in size of runs was just what the dr ordered to get him going. The water hole swim at the end was the perfect ending!!

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Packages:	Nui Nui Loa 9-line Zip Trek & Swim
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/06/09
Activity Date:	2014/05/16

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Big Hit!

Reviewed by: Carey n' Billy

Took Grammy and daughter (11) on this one. Both had a great time!!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/06/09
Activity Date:	2014/05/15

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

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Karen Berg

We thoroughly enjoyed the food, music and the dances. Friendly service. The fire dancer was awesome! I would recommend this Luau.

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Packages:	Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/08
Activity Date:	2014/05/30

3.5-Hour Na Pali Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar on Holo Holo Catamaran

An exhilerating and amazing highlight for anyone. Do it!,

Reviewed by: Barbara Dyer

My husband and I had a super sensational time. We loved the water splashing on us and seeing the spectacular coastline was so amazing. My husband loved going under the waterfall and getting drenched so much fun and going in close to look inside a cave. Crew were exceptional as safety was their main goal and the food was delicious. Highly recommend it to anyone.

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Thank you so much for joining us and for taking the time to let us know what you thought of your experience! We are beaming and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages:	Until 12/31/2019
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/04
Activity Date:	2014/06/01

Kauai Helicopter Tour & Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

Flight over Kauai

Reviewed by: Peter

Great company and staff. Very organized and efficient.

Nice and comfortable helicopters. Pilot (Geoffrey) was awesome and had excellent choices in music selection to fit the scenery.

Must do activity for Kauai! The only way to see all of Kauai.

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Thanks so much for your review! We hope to see you again. Mahalo and Aloha from the Blue Crew!

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Packages:	Eco-Star [50-55 min]
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/06/03
Activity Date:	2014/05/27

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Wailua River Cruise

Reviewed by: Dan and Holly

Awesome time! We were very pleased with our experience!

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/31
Activity Date:	2014/05/05

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

smith tropical paradise

Reviewed by: marlene

It was everything we thought it would be. Just beautiful. Would do it again.

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/31
Activity Date:	2014/05/05

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Wailua River cruise to Fern Gratto

Reviewed by: marlene

We would recommend to everyone. Really enjoyed the view. If you for to Kauaii you have to see.

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/31
Activity Date:	2014/05/05

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

This is a MUST on the island!

Reviewed by: Nina

The cruise was extremely relaxing and scenic. Seeing Fern Grotto was totally magical, it's unlike anything we'd ever seen before. The botanical gardens at Smith's are breathtaking, and the food at the Luau was to die for! We really enjoyed ourselves, and the show was the perfect ending to our Hawaiian Luau experience!

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Packages:	Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/29
Activity Date:	2014/05/21

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Mountain Tubing

Reviewed by: carlie

this trip was excellent I was a little afraid at first but the guides are great they stay with u until u are comfortable. the water at first was chilly but ur body some got accustom to it wonderful trip and a must

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/27
Activity Date:	2014/04/30

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

awesome

Reviewed by: carlie

we had an awesome time at the Smith's Luau, the food and the miti was great. I would defenitely do it again and highly recommend

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/27
Activity Date:	2014/05/01

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

Best Luau Ever

Reviewed by: KathyS

This luau was beyond our expectations. We went for the gold seating (worth it). We had a table right up front. Upon entering we were able to learn a few hula moves with the poi balls and do some shopping with local vendors. Open bar! All you could drink all through dinner. Hula dancers before and during dinner. Group hula lesson - fun! Buffet food was good - dessert delicious. Show after dinner was spectacular!! We also went to the plantation a couple of hours before the luau started to enjoy a tour of the old plantation house (with shops) and did some run tasting. Definitely worth the money. I would highly recommend this event.

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Packages:	Gold Package: Premium Seating
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/05/21
Activity Date:	2014/05/13

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Wailua River Cruise

Reviewed by: JSchwarcz

Beautiful trip down the Wailua River with great entertainment! Fern Grotto was spectacular!!! A must see when in Kauai!!

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Packages:	River Cruise Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/05/18
Activity Date:	2014/04/26

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

Luau Okay Train Ride a Waste of time.

Reviewed by: Vicki

I've been to a lot of luaus. This one was okay. Food was average but nothing special. Buffet was hot and line went quickly.
Show was very good although not what most people would expect for a Luau. The show was a portrayal of how the first people came to Kauai. Very good but would have liked to seen more traditional dances.
The train ride is a waste of $18 and 45 minutes. would not recommend taking it at all unless you like to see pigs and chickens.

Staff was efficient and friendly.

Probably would not go back to this luau again.

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Packages:	Gold Package: Premium Seating
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/05/12
Activity Date:	2014/05/09

Na Pali Coast Explorer Ocean Rafting Snorkel Tour (from Kikiaola Harbor)

AWESOME EXPERIENCE!!!! MUST DO FOR KAUAI!!!!

Reviewed by: Vicki

This was the best trip next to our helicopter ride that we took! The crew were wonderful and a lot of fun. We had great weather and a small group which allowed us more time to go further up the coast and see more of the sea caves. Up close and personal with two pods of dolphins and 2 large groups of sea turtles, so close to the boat you could reach out and touch them. The small raft was a perfect way to see this part of Kauai's coast. So much more fun than the big sailing boats. Getting in and out of the raft at the beach landing was a little tough but the crew were right there to assist you.

This was a once in a lifetime trip and well worth the time and money. Had a blast and would do it again when I come back.

Huge group of sea turtles right up to the boat
Dolphin pods swimming with us on the boat
Sea Turtles Galore!!!

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Packages:	Explorer I with Beach Landing (from Hanalei Bay)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/05/12
Activity Date:	2014/05/09

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

TOO GOOD TO PASS UP

Reviewed by: HAWAIIBOUND

JUST AN AWESOME SHOW AND THE FOOD WAS SO GOOD NOT A HUNGRY PERSON TO BE SEEN!

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Packages:	Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2014/05/08
Activity Date:	2014/03/11

Na Pali Coast Explorer Ocean Rafting Snorkel Tour (from Kikiaola Harbor)

This is the way to see the Na Pali coast,

Reviewed by: Christian

This tour started at 9 am with a very friendly introduction of the island of kauai as well as how the coast was formed with a local flare. We set out with Captain Dennis shortly after 9:30, he and his crew did a very good job at making sure all of the guest were comfortable and relaxed. We were able to sit on both sides of the boat which made it really fun because of the splashes from the water. We cruised for about 20 minutes before we encountered spinner dolphins, whales, and we also saw a lonely sea turtle floating passed our boat. Throughout the whole trip the deckhands were telling stories, legends and filling us in all the movies that were filmed on the Na Pali coast. We were able to venture passed many waterfalls and sea caves one of which Captain Dennis backed the boat right into the cave so we all could take pictures of the inside. It seemed dangerous but the Captain was fully in control the whole time. On the way back the surf was huge so we snorkeled in a calm area in front of the coast which was crystal clear and we could see all the way to the bottom about 40 feet. One of the deckhands actually went all the way down and pulled up some sand for me bottom. Lunch was good but not great. Bento's were a bit cold from sitting in the cooler but they were still tasty, it needed shoyu and some kind of hot sauce. They ride back was comfortable the whole way with more stories being told about the living in kauai and how the alii influenced the lifestyle. The local long haired deckhand was awesome we even met a pro surfer at the coast. Definitely recommend seeing the Na Pali coast in the water instead of paying three times the amount for 1/4 of the time. Perfect way to spend the morning and afternoon.

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Aloha Christian thank u so much for your review we appreciate all of your comments and welcome u back to Kauai and our Na Pali Ohana anytime! Our goal is to give the very best tour that we can always, and guests like u make it all worthwhile!!
Claire

Na Pali
Unreal feeling!!

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Packages:	Morning Adventure (4.5 Hours) on Explorer II (48ft Raft)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/05/06
Activity Date:	2014/05/05

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Excellent adventure

Mountain Tubing Adventure

Good food

exceptional...would do it again

Fun with the kids

Fun evening!

best luau

Outstanding

SUPER AMAZING Airplane Tour

Awesome SNUBA Tour

Fern Grotto

Great food

It all depends on..........

ANAZING!!!!

Big Hit!

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

An exhilerating and amazing highlight for anyone. Do it!,

Flight over Kauai

Wailua River Cruise

smith tropical paradise

Wailua River cruise to Fern Gratto

This is a MUST on the island!

Mountain Tubing

awesome

Best Luau Ever

Wailua River Cruise

Luau Okay Train Ride a Waste of time.

AWESOME EXPERIENCE!!!! MUST DO FOR KAUAI!!!!

TOO GOOD TO PASS UP

This is the way to see the Na Pali coast,

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