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Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour

Excellent tour!

Reviewed by: John - NJ

The tour was at an easy pace and covered the West side of the island concluding with spectacular views and vantage points of Waimea Canyon. Our driver Rosario was thorough with explanations, local trivia, and very personable to everyone. The pickup and drop offs from the hotels were punctual. The lunch was also good as were the local stops in Hanapepe and Waimea. Each stop including those of Waimea Canyon allowed for plenty of time to use the facilities, investigate the area, and take plenty of photos. The tour bus had plenty of space, and was air conditioned and comfortable. I would recommend this tour for any visitors to the Garden Isle!

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Packages: Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/06
Activity Date: 2021/08/04

Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour

We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide!

Reviewed by: JC, SW Florida

Our tour guide was one of the best parts of the entire trip. She was so informative and had such a deep love and respect for her island and also for the tourists that are visiting here and falling in love with it as well. She provided us with so much useful information and history to help us appreciate this beautiful place and took us to the best stops along the way to see the amazing canyons!

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Packages: Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/31
Activity Date: 2021/07/29

Guided Waterfall Rappelling Adventure in Kauai

Outstanding time!!!

Reviewed by: Emily

We had an amazing day!! Enjoyed seeing incredible views of Kauai and learning about the island from our guide Simon. He was friendly, knowledgeable and took care to design the tour around our interests. We saw Waimea canyon and did a short hike with incredible views, it was perfect - and not something we could have done or necessarily known about on our own. Coffee farm and fruit stand stops added by request, the relaxed pace was great. Overall fantastic experience!

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Packages: Ultimate Waterfall Rappel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/30
Activity Date: 2021/07/28

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

Family fun

Reviewed by: Linda

Exciting tropical ride, expect to be covered with mud and dirt!

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Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/25
Activity Date: 2021/06/30

Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour

A must do!

Reviewed by: J C

The experience was excellent. Dan is very knowledgeable and super nice! He was excellent with time and engaged our group the entire trip. He drove carefully. The food was delicious. Glad we did it! Beautiful views.

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Packages: Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/23
Activity Date: 2021/07/21

Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour

Great experience

Reviewed by: Sarah

This was a great tour to get to know the history of Kauai and see beautiful views. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and fun.

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Packages: Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/16
Activity Date: 2021/07/14

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Kayaking Only

Reviewed by: Gina M.

We went on a 2 hour kayaking trip. Unfortunately, the hike/sacred falls was cancelled due to inclement weather. It was a bummer, but we know it was for our safety. However, it did hurt a little when we were seeing others continuing to go past the fork in the river. We did get a partial refund. After concluding our kayaking trip, our tour guide Tyler did point us to the Nounou trail to hike which was great. So we were able to fill more of our day on this hike with spectacular views!

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Aloha Gina,

Safety is no accident!

When in doubt we don't go out or up the North Fork that constricts and is more prone to flooding as consequence.

Having pioneered the tour we have safely been guiding folks to the falls for the last 37 years while other companies have lost clients in flood like conditions.

We love repeat business and believe "safety is no accident".

Glad to hear that Tyler was able to take curve and make it a plus.

Stay well and safe. Thanks for sharing.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/07
Activity Date: 2021/07/05

Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure

Beautiful hike and waterfall

Reviewed by: Cmm

It was a great adventure! We enjoyed it the hike and seeing the two waterfalls! Definitely must due when you come to Kauai.

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Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/07
Activity Date: 2021/07/05

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

This excursion is a MUST!

Reviewed by: Amy

This tubing trip was a great way to have fun and experience the beauty of Kauai! The tour guides were all amazing and taught us a lot about the area. They also recommended other things to do on Kauai and places to eat.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/05
Activity Date: 2021/07/03

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Worth the work!

Reviewed by: Kim H

Ty was very patient and informative. We had a great time. The falls are definitely not a secret, got very crowded, I suggest taking the earliest tour possible. I would absolutely do this again!

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Aloha Kim,

When we pioneered this tour to the Falls we called it the Secret Falls.

Victim of our own success...it quickly became the best known secret. Now we call it the Sacred Falls and inspite its popularity, as you observed and learned, it is still a terrific way to spend the day.

Thanks for sharing and for 5 star review and photo

Stay paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/24
Activity Date: 2021/06/21

Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure

Enjoyable tour

Reviewed by: Gina

Great tour. Worst part is this 50 character requirement to write a review.

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Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/18
Activity Date: 2021/06/14

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Spectacular tube run!! Had a blast with my New wife!!!

Reviewed by: Dr. B

Did this ~15 years ago and was as good as I remember!! Had so much fun!!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/17
Activity Date: 2021/06/12

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Lisa

So much fun! Our guides were awesome, especially BJ! Definitely a highlight of our time in Kauai.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/14
Activity Date: 2021/06/03

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

MUST experience!

Reviewed by: Natalie

We were so close to missing this tour and am beyond glad we made it. The water was so refreshing, and the mix of calm and exciting flow was perfect. I can’t say enough how much I appreciated out guide Damion. He was patient, welcoming, helpful, offered local tips, and kept the entire adventure fun from start to finish. The lunch was great as well, and in a beautiful spot. Pictures taken throughout and available for purchase. All around a wonderful tour. Highly recommend!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/13
Activity Date: 2021/06/11

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Maui Residents on Kauai Tubing Adventure

Reviewed by: Maui Mondays

What a spectacular experience. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. From the folks who checked us in to the drivers to the guides... We live on Maui and this was the highlight of our Kauai trip Big Mahaloz to you. Thank you

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/08
Activity Date: 2021/06/01

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great trip

Reviewed by: Lee T

A good variety of activities with kayaking, hiking and the waterfall/swimming.

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Aloha Lee,

Thanks for the 5 hokus/stars.

Feel our Wailua River Paddle and Hike is a nice combination of upper and lower body.

By the time your arms might be getting tired from paddling you are hitting the trail and working the legs to get to the falls.

Stay active and thanks for taking the time to share.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/08
Activity Date: 2021/05/12

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Fantastic way to spend a half day in Kauai

Reviewed by: Halls

Dustin was amazing. He was very patient and helpful in teaching everyone how to kayak. The hike was challenging through streams, rocks and mud but Dustin made sure everyone was safe and knew what to do. It is definitely a tour I would do again. The waterfall was beautiful. We learned a lot about Kauai history and the plants and trees we saw along the way.

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Aloha Halls,

Thanks for letting us know that Dustin continues to "rock". Isn't it great to traverse a beautiful area like the Wailua River and appreciate its cultural and natural history.

We all fortunate to have Dustin share his knowledge, patience and brand of Aloha,

Thanks again for your kinds words.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/05/15
Activity Date: 2021/05/13

Wailua River Kayak Rental with Optional Self-Guided Secret Falls Hike

Great Time!

Reviewed by: Ariel

So much fun even if you aren’t a physical person. Was super safe and the tour guide was awesome!! Would definitely do it again.

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Aloha Ariel,

Thanks for cheery review. We are there for folks like yourselves who went on our tour and those who want to rent and strike out on your own.

What is nice, when you are about to get tired of paddling...we land and hike to the Falls.

Thanks for sharing and giving us a nice review.

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Tandem Double Kayak Rental - Self-Guided Tour of Wailua River & Secret Falls
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/13
Activity Date: 2021/05/11

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun!!!

Reviewed by: Tobi

Definitely one of the highlights of our trip!!! Highly recommend!!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/05/02
Activity Date: 2021/04/11

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Kauai Kayak - the best

Reviewed by: Mary SantaFe

I did a mid week kayak trip with Kauai Kayak. Instructor was excellent, gear provided was in good shape, and the lunch was fresh and delicious. The walk portion described as “along the river bank” was challenging as we walked over large river rock and then through streams, boulders, and mud to reach the falls. The company provides an excellent trip and I would easily recommend them to anyone interested in a fun and challenging half day.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Mary, Thanks for taking the time and sharing with others your impressions of our Wailua River Sacred Falls paddle & hike. We try to do a good job and have managed to retain staff through this pandemic. Thanks for making it possible and helping share the salutary and beautiful Kaua'i outdoors. Stay well...and outdoors. A hui hou, Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2021/03/05
Activity Date: 2021/03/03

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

A knowledge guide with a great sense of humor made it such a great experience!

Reviewed by: Libby V

The waterfall is beautiful, the river is stunning in its peaceful beauty. The guide was so knowledgeable, engaging and funny; the food was so tasty! (I need to get the name of the place they got it from;-). Great experience overall, strongly recommend!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Libby, Thanks for taking the time to let us all know we are doing a good job. Makes it all worth it. Shoot us all when/if we ever loose our sense humor. Moral of the story is you can have fun and also be safe. Our caterer is Passions Bakery: https://www.passionbakeries.com/?v=7516fd43adaa

Stay well...and keep laughing and soon we wil be up and about.

A hui hou.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2020/12/26
Activity Date: 2020/12/01

Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch

Fun , not at all scary , great guides!

Reviewed by: Julia

We do the zip and dip and it was not at all scary, the last line was amazing!! The dip part great, lots of high jumps ( optional) into a volcano tube full of water! Do it!!

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Packages: Zip & Splash - Adrenaline Course (4 Lines)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2020/12/12
Activity Date: 2020/11/18

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great knowledgable guided tour... amazing hike!

Reviewed by: Julia

We signed up for the kayaking but the hike and the waterfall was the best part of it!!
Our guide Jay was so knowledgeable about the nature, trees, plants and history of Kauai! we learnt so much and even had a taste of Kuala along the way
highly recommend this adventure, the 5 hours passed so fast!
Do it!! all get and skill levels!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Julia, So nice to be outdoors and sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with visitors and locals alike once again. Good to know that Jay has dusted his wares and sharing his knowledge of all things Kaua'i. We are very fortunate to have him out in the field. Thanks again for your kind words and keep enjoying the salutary outdoors. Stay well. Micco/Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/11/18
Activity Date: 2020/11/16

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Tons of fun!

Reviewed by: Rkn1

We wear a bit Leary of scheduling this excursion- but had heard great things about it- it was a cold overcast morning and we thought that would be miserable but we had a great time! Great tour guides kept us entertained and having fun- felt super safe the entire time and glad we booked it! Nice lunch at the end and fun scenic ride on the way in and back out. We’ll be back with the family for sure.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/04/04
Activity Date: 2020/03/13

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Amazing and Memorable Experience!!

Reviewed by: Julie

What a fun and unique experience! We had a great time and our guide made the adventure even more memorable! Would definitely recommend this to everyone wanting to try something new and different!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/03/21
Activity Date: 2020/03/10

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Can't wait to take the rest of my family!

Reviewed by: Bobbi

We had such a blast! I was a little worried that it was just going to be a float in water from point A to B. But boy was I wrong! We had the beat guide Jonny! He was so much fun and knowledgeable about the island. Going through the tunnels were more amazing than I thought and never once did we feel claustrophobic. Next time we go we are taking the rest of our kids so they will get to experience this

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/03/21
Activity Date: 2020/02/28

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great Adventure!

Reviewed by: Staci

Jay was our guide and he couldn't have been more awesome. He's a local and a bit of a botanist so he was very knowledgeable and truly happy to take us on the tour. The kayak to the hike was fairly easy for two inexperienced kayakers as we were flowing down stream. The hike was fairly easy for non-experienced hikers. We went during the rainy season so it was very muddy, so it was a bit slick in spots, but that's part of what made it fun. The waterfall was astounding. So tall and powerful. Well worth the hike to see it's beauty. The lunch provided was enjoyable. The kayak trip back was a bit of a challenge as you're going upstream, but once you hit a nice flow, it becomes much easier. I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone visiting the island looking for a little adventure!

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Aloha Staci,

Glad you enjoyed your recent paddle and hike on our Wailua River Sacred/Secret Falls tours.

Jay is a local boy who has proudly been sharing the beauty of Kaua'i with friends, locals and visitors alike; he "walks the talk".

You're description of the tour is great. The more mud...translates for a more forceful waterfall.

Thanks for taking the time to share with us and others your experience.

Keep paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/03/14
Activity Date: 2020/02/18

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Amazing time!

Reviewed by: lk

“Doc” was our guide and we had a great time kayaking and hiking to the sacred falls. It’s an all day trip so plan for it and it’s not for people who can’t handle the long bike and kayaking. Prepare to get muddy! Definitely unforgettable!

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Aloha Ik,

It is nice to have a "Doc" in the crowd when you are hiking to the Sacred/Secret Falls.

We are blessed to have Doc lead our Wailua River paddle and hike tour as he juggles other commitments in life.

Thanks for reminding folks that there will be mud. We are fond of saying, "embrace the mud"! More mud ...the stronger the falls is.

Thanks for you kind words and 5 star review and for making it possible for us all to share the beauty of Kaua'i with others.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/03/14
Activity Date: 2020/03/11

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

Everyone enjoyed the tour!

Reviewed by: Karen

So fun! very professional and organized! Views galore and lunch was yummy!

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Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2020/03/09
Activity Date: 2020/01/11

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

Such an awesome experience!

Reviewed by: Chanda

Guides were great, tour was amazing! Would definitely recommend this activity!

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Packages: Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2020/03/09
Activity Date: 2020/01/11
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