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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Better than I imagined.

Reviewed by: Ginny

Our guides were wonderful. They put us at ease. And had our safety and comfort in mind at all times. (Bonus points for the ukelele) The tour and history lesson on the way to the site as well as on our return was fascinating as well.
An adventure we will never forget.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/11
Activity Date:	2019/12/26

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun!

Reviewed by: Fran Deck

Our family had so much fun and our guides were awesome...Thanks for everything!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/11
Activity Date:	2019/12/19

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great family experience!

Reviewed by: Mike E.

This was a great experience for my wife, our 16-year old daughter and me! And our guide, Tyler, was extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the various interesting things we experienced along the river and the trail leading up to the waterfall. We highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Kauai!

Yes, the trail is muddy, but you just have to, in Tyler's words, "Embrace the mud" and not worry about it and your experience will be much enhanced. And the falls at the end were magnificent -- my daughter and I swam up to the base of them and the winds had spray had to be hurricane-force.

My only advice is to book the early-morning tours, before the crowds begin showing up. That way, you will have the trail (and the falls) mostly to yourself, and the mud won't be as bad.

This was a great experience and is highly recommended. Thanks Tyler!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Mike,

Nice review and correct, if you come with the mind set that it will be muddy, you will have better time.

We are blessed to have Tyler working with us.

Morning tours are definitely nice, but ending the day on the river is not too shabby either.

Thanks for sharing and thanks for making it possible and for your kind words.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/04
Activity Date:	2020/01/01

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

Excellent vacation excursion!

Reviewed by: JLR

This was the most exciting family vacation excursion we have taken. Such a great adventure with great staff. Can’t wait to go again!

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Packages:	Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2020/01/04
Activity Date:	2020/01/01

Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure

Had a blast

Reviewed by: RheaKerby

Vulker our guide was so nice. We were in a smaller group and were able to walk behind the waterfall for a truly unique experience. I highly recommend.

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Packages:	Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/29
Activity Date:	2019/12/26

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

Muddin’ in the Rainforrest

Reviewed by: MML

Great trip! Perfect conditions for this trip. Scenery was jaw dropping and guides were friendly, knowledgeable, competent and funny as heck! Highly recommend for enjoyable family excursion. Definitely bring your bug spray as the mosquitoes love tourists!

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Packages:	Ride with a Guide (ATV)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/12/25
Activity Date:	2019/12/22

Wailua River Kayak, Rainforest Hike & Waterfall Swim Adventure with Lunch

Amazing

Reviewed by: Joyce

The whole experience was fantastic! Adam, our guide, was super friendly and great to talk to. He was very knowledgeable.

For those planning this, the kayak trip was a little work so be prepared for that. My husband and I thought we were in great shape but we struggled a bit. It’s 2.5 miles of fast, no break, paddling. The hike was super fun. Again, be prepared to work a little. You will hike in ankle deep mud in places. It’s slippery so the walking stick (supplied) was a big help. We saw a
lot of people struggle.

The waterfall was breathtaking. Eating lunch there was surreal. Definitely worth doing!

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Packages:	Wailua Waterfall Kayak
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/22
Activity Date:	2019/12/19

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Definitely worth doing!!

Reviewed by: Jessica

This was so much fun!! So glad we booked this experience.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/13
Activity Date:	2019/12/10

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Great Times in Kauai

Reviewed by: Craig Cullen

This is one Adventure we do every time we come to Kauai we have the best time everybody should do it. One of the best parts is when you go into the tunnel and they turn off all the lights and it's so dark you can't even see your hand in front of your face

On top of the mountain.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/04
Activity Date:	2019/10/25

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great experience

Reviewed by: David

Beautiful all tge way to the waterfall. Tour Guide was very knowledgeable about the plant life.wear water shoes !! Or shoes ur willing to throw away. Worth every penny.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha David,
Thanks for you 5 star review.
Glad you enjoyed the tour and thanks for making folks aware that some sort of shoes, like water/aqua shoes are a good idea.
Happy Holidays....and thanks for takin the time to share and letting our guides are doing a good job and keeping you informed.
A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/03
Activity Date:	2019/10/07

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun times with family

Reviewed by: JRJ

This was a pleasant day with family. Guides were awesome and informative. Would do this again.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/11/30
Activity Date:	2019/11/06

Kipu Ranch ATV Tour – Scenic Ride Through Jurassic Park Film Locations

Wonderful views. Great experience.

Reviewed by: JRJ

We have been to Hawaii 17 times and been on other ATV tours. This is our favorite tour. We live in Colorado, have our own ATVs and ride them in the Rocky Mountains. Kipu Ranch had new Kawasaki Teryx ATVs which were fun to drive with slippery (in spots) hilly terrain. Nice ride. Friendly capable guides.

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Packages:	Early Bird Special Deal! (7:00 AM Tour) - ATV for 2 to 4 people
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/11/30
Activity Date:	2019/11/05

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

FUN from beginning to end, so glad we did it!

Reviewed by: Kim in PA

It was a torrential rain storm when we arrived at their location to check in for our Mountain Tubing Adventure at Kauai Backcountry Adventures. All through getting outfitted and the bus ride to the put in spot, it poured. Once we arrived and stored our belonging, as we about to get into the tubes, the heavens parted, the rain stopped and the sun came out. Staff is friendly and helpful. They do a good job of going over everything you need to know to enjoy and be safe along with what to expect. Their website also did a good job of preparing us for what to expect. We were 2 among 20 in our group and we were all laughing and enjoying the water, the ditch and the company. They take pictures along the way that you can later purchase. Everything about this tour from start to finish was awesome. It was too wet to picnic at the spot so they took us back to their warehouse which worked out great for us. Our guides, Johnny and Ryan were knowledgeable, professional and fun.
If you are looking for a unique thing to do on Kauai, this is it!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/11/09
Activity Date:	2019/10/30

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

My favorite adventure in Kauai

Reviewed by: Erica

I’m not the most in shape person so at first I was nervous about this adventure. I chose a ride with a guide with my husband and it was a great decision. Our guide was incredible and I felt totally comfortable and was able to enjoy everything. I’m so happy I did this adventure and it was a ton of fun, great scenery and a good pace. I highly recommend!

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Packages:	Ride with a Guide (ATV)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/11/08
Activity Date:	2019/11/05

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Amazing

Reviewed by: Friends

We had a great time! Location was beautiful and guides were very fun!! The guides were able to give information about the island and culture. So many photo opportunities. Highly recommend!!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/10/05
Activity Date:	2019/09/13

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Such a neat tour!

Reviewed by: Ashton

My friend and I had a blast on this tour! It was so cool getting to tube through the different tunnels and getting to see some of them by only the flashlight that's on the helmet that they give you. Our guides even had us turn off our lights for one so we went through it in the complete dark which was really cool! The sandwiches they provided were really good and we had two amazing guides that made it so much fun for everyone!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/09/29
Activity Date:	2019/09/13

Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure

Amazing!

Reviewed by: LJenkins

We loved this tour! The guides were awesome and very helpful! I was really nervous, but they put me at ease and were very encouraging. The scenery was beautiful throughout the kayaking and the hiking. I would highly recommend this tour!! One of the favorite things we did in Kauai!

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Packages:	Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/08/26
Activity Date:	2019/08/21

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great adventure for all ages!

Reviewed by: Anna

Dustin did a great job interacting with all of us and we were a very diverse group (age, gender and skill level)!

He was very knowledgeable of Hawaiian culture. We also learned a lot about the plants and animals of the area. Beware of the wild boar. ;-)

The hike was muddy but not too difficult. The waterfall was spectacular and much colder than expected.

Would definitely do this again! The morning is cooler and may be drier than the afternoon.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/08/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/31

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Awesome water tubing experience!!!!!

Reviewed by: Sabrina & Nikki

We completely enjoyed our water tubing experience! Beautiful location, awesome and informative guides (loved BooBoo and Brittany)!!! The water was warm and the tubing was so much fun.......We will book every time we go back to Kauai :)

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/08/23
Activity Date:	2019/08/18

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

The BEST!!

Reviewed by: Sherry

This team was awesome! The best experience EVER! I would do it again!!!

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/08/22
Activity Date:	2019/08/19

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Rocking experience !

Reviewed by: Genevieve

Damien and Victor were the best guides !! So much fun. Worth it do not hesitate to book ! Part of the fee goes to the protection of these wonderfull lands which I am glad to be a part of.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/08/19
Activity Date:	2019/08/16

Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure

Good time!

Reviewed by: Florez family

This was a fun and interesting experience. Our guide Presley was knowledgeable and kept the adventure running smoothly. The kayak ride and hike takes you through beautiful Kauai country. The lunch was good too. Don’t forget the bug spray!!

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Packages:	Hidden Valley Falls Kayak Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/08/11
Activity Date:	2019/08/03

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

So much fun!!!

Reviewed by: Lisa M

Great tour, beautiful scenery. Our guide was amazing. Tree swing was a highlight with the group...a must do on the island

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Packages:	Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/08/04
Activity Date:	2018/10/07

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Sacred falls adventure

Reviewed by: Amy

Easy kayaking. The hike is easy but take your time not to fall. Our guide was helpful at crossing all more challenging obatacles. Beautiful falls and swimming area. Nice lunch.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Amy,

Yes...wise council...go slow. Half the fun is getting there!

Thanks for sharing and glad we were able to share the day with you.

Keep chasing waterfalls.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/28
Activity Date:	2019/07/25

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Review of kayak and hike

Reviewed by: John

Overall I had fun. The trip is basically kayak for 2 miles, hike for 1 mile, visit a 100' water fall, and then hike back for 1 mile and then kayak for 2 miles. Since I like physical activity, this trip worked well for me.

Kayaking requires some physical work, and since there are 2 people per kayak, at last one should be in good physical shape.

Hiking was through lots of mud. You will cross streams, ankle deep mud, and will get dirty. Best to wear sandals since sneakers will be ruined. My youngest son loved this part (getting dirty is always fun).

Reply from activity provider

Aloha John,

Thanks for taking the time and for your nice and constructive review on what to expect and what to bring.

If you don't like to paddle and hike this could be wrong tour for some.

Keep active...and thanks again.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide.

Rainbow during kayak
Waterfall. There is a pool at the bottom.

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/16

Kipu Ranch ATV Tour – Scenic Ride Through Jurassic Park Film Locations

Fun excursion

Reviewed by: Jason M

Our guide Troy was awesome! Very informative. We had a blast and can’t wait to do there other tours next time we are there

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Packages:	Standard ATV (2 to 4 passengers)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/25
Activity Date:	2019/07/22

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun Family Activity - great guides

Reviewed by: kAT

We had a great time on this tour! For our group of 18ish people we had three guides that were constantly working hard to make sure we were having a good time, and being safe. This is not white water rafting- this is a float tube trip. So if you are expecting rapids and fast action, this is not it. We read several negative reviews regarding cancellations due to rain. Yep. I get it. It sucks. But there are points where you are traveling in tunnels, and if it rained too much - you won’t fit in the tunnel. Rain = higher water. We read other reviews about being separated from your party- yep- it happens, but if you ask any of the guides, they will help you join your friends. Our family had a really nice time.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/20
Activity Date:	2019/07/12

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

Tons of fun

Reviewed by: Sherry

Very safe, fun day for the family. You will get dirty and muddy tho so wear dark clothes or ones that you don’t care about. Lunch was yummy and the guides were top notch. I would definitely do this again.

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Packages:	Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV]
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/07/08
Activity Date:	2018/09/28

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Another great day

Reviewed by: Sherry

What a fun day. Everyone was so informative and made us feel welcome. Great for families. Great way to spend a day in Hawaii.

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Packages:	3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/07/08
Activity Date:	2018/10/01

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

BEST DAY EVER!

Reviewed by: Renee

A beautiful, unique, and memorable experience. The guide was friendly and helpful, everyone was able to paddle up the river at their own pace, the river is lined with greenery, but the real treats were the hike along a gorgeous trail with amazing foliage and, of course, the waterfall. Swimming in the pool at the base of the waterfall and looking up at the water pouring over the cliff is an experience like no other. I went with my teenage daughter on a beautiful sunny day. There were no significant recent rains, so the trail was not muddy or slippery and the hike wasn't strenuous at all. I highly recommend this tour!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Renee,

Glad you enjoyed our Wailua River paddle and hike to the Sacred Falls with your daughter.

Yes it’s pretty classic and you gave a really nice review. Thanks for taking the time and until our trails cross.

Stay paddling and hiking.

Aloha,

Micco

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Packages:	Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/06/22
Activity Date:	2019/06/19

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Better than I imagined.

Fun!

Great family experience!

Excellent vacation excursion!

Had a blast

Muddin’ in the Rainforrest

Amazing

Definitely worth doing!!

Great Times in Kauai

Great experience

Fun times with family

Wonderful views. Great experience.

FUN from beginning to end, so glad we did it!

My favorite adventure in Kauai

Amazing

Such a neat tour!

Amazing!

Great adventure for all ages!

Awesome water tubing experience!!!!!

The BEST!!

Rocking experience !

Good time!

So much fun!!!

Sacred falls adventure

Review of kayak and hike

Fun excursion

Fun Family Activity - great guides

Tons of fun

Another great day

BEST DAY EVER!

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