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 |
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 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Nina
We had a great time on this tour - It was also nice that they picked us up from/dropped us off at our hotel. We saw a ton of sights, got some AMAZING scenery shots, learned a lot, and it familiarized us with the island. The tour guide was funny, knowledgeable and really nice. Would do it again in a heartbeat!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour: Pick-up from Poipu Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/22 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Deb L
The cruise up the river on the barge was well narrated and very enjoyable. A great deal of history and general information about the area was shared with us, and various landmarks were pointed out.
Once we reached the Fern Grotto, we were entertained by the Smith family as they played the traditional wedding song, and we were given additional information about the Fern Grotto itself - including it's history and how it was made famous.
The return ride on the barge included the entertainers joining us and continuing the music and dancing. Visitors were encouraged to learn to hula and taught various moves.
As someone who tends to get very seasick, I had no issues at all on the cruise. Not even in the slightest.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Laurie Richardson
Our tour guide was incredible!! he knew the history of the island, and we so enjoyed his humor!!! Fern Grotto needs to grow more not much to see there?
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Ultrasonics21
The tour was great and the guide had a lot of knowledge about Kauai. I was pleased to see how much of the south shore was covered in the tour. I wish they would have gone to the two other lookout points on the canyon before turning back but otherwise the stops were great. The river cruise was a little disappointing and the fern grotto, even though beautiful, wasn't worth the time spent getting there. If I had to do it again, I would just do the tour.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Hardeep
I enjoyed the guide. She was the best. The boat trip was perfect. What a beautiful romantic trip
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Diane
Mario was an excellent driver and tour guide. We got to see so much of Kauai on this day-long tour. He gave us many hints beyond the tour if what to see, etc. We too the tour the first day we arrived. The information we gained helped orient us on our first trip to the Garden Island. Wonderful sites and LOTS of stops, well spaced and paced. We enjoyed the 24 passenger van and all the participants too.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/25 |
Reviewed by: ZNmez
Mark and Mano were our guides for the 4 hour ATV waterfall tour. It was kinda wet out but that didn't stop any of us from having a great time. It had been raining for three days prior as well so the trails were muddy and lots of fun! We rode in a side by side (tyrex) and slip and slide through the mud we got to see some of the most amazing views of the island! Kipu ranch is gorgeous with two waterfalls on the tour and a giant bamboo forest you have never seen before! Plus a chance to swing into the same river as Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones!! So much fun! The guides are careful considerate and knowledgeable! The lunch was the best deli sandwiches I've ever had with Marks mothers home made bread and cookies! Yum! So good. Recommend this tour! The best on the island! Cool photo opportunity at the end with a large Kipu Ranch frame!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/08 |
Reviewed by: ZNmez
The cruise was not too long, about two hours in total. The Wailua River is beautiful! The crew did a great version of the island "wedding song" while at the Fern Grotto. It was amazing to learn to hula from such talented dancers! Such a beautiful art!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Bridgett Zelasko
Most beautiful sites on the island of Kauai. Must do tour! I loved all the stops we stopped at I couldn't stop taking pictures! The spouting horn was my favorite!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Steve & Kathy
We enjoyed a day with Davin our driver through Waimea Canyon, the spouting horn, and the fern grotto. There was so much more than just those stops and our driver not only navigated expertly with the large bus he was driving but also provided an informed narrative of our surroundings. We also enjoyed the lunch at the golf course we stopped and the scenery of such a beautiful area. While our stops were quick, we were able to do some shopping and purchased some wonderful souvenirs. Would suggest Veltra tours to anyone!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Kauai Val
This is an awesome activity. I love the leisurely cruise up the river, the beautiful tropical foliage, the traditional Hawaiian music and the hula entertainment. This is the best bang for your buck in the islands. Definitely a must do!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/25 |
Reviewed by: kim
This was a fun day. Our tour guides were nice and friendly. We took in some extra scenery we wouldn't have been able to see. One of the waterfalls has a trail leading behind it, so it was nice to be able to go behind it.
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| Packages: | 5 to 6 Passenger UTV - (Until Dec 31st, 2017) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Ann
I think this trip was reasonably priced and you get a variety of things: river, hula performance, and the fern grotto--not a dull moment for this trip.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Chere
We learned about the island, how to hula, and took some amazing pictures. The Smiths were great
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/08 |
Reviewed by: JamesD
Truly enjoyed the smooth ride up river with explanation of the local culture and sites. Musicians and dancers obviously enjoyed their craft and were top notch. Very pleasant way to spend the afternoon.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/09 |
Reviewed by: David
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and lots of fun it was a great experience. Would highly recommend this tour.
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| Posted on: | 2013/09/08 |
Reviewed by: David
Tour guide very great and tour was a must do for anyone going to Kauai. Highly recommended.
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| Posted on: | 2013/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Irene
We went as a family and enjoyed every moment and the Tour Guide Craig was very friendly and knowledgeable. Positive things about the Tour are: 1. the time it went quickly especially with the interesting sights as Waimea Cyn and Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto Tour. 2. The lunch was a good time to relax and enjoy a good meal with friends or family. 3. Sightseeing-and able to shop and stretch. Negative things about the Tour are 1. getting to boat on time- Fern Grotto Tour so we could get better seats for photo taking, their was another group of people there already. Negative things about the Tour 2. There was one store we stopped at in beginning of Tour and we did not feel welcomed. The owner was following us everywhere so we left out of there back to the bus also the refreshments where horrible. The only interesting fact at that store was a $4,000 beaded necklace. Overall, we enjoyed the day and recommend.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Kauai Visitors
The reason I rated this tour "Good" is because my husband thinks it was great, and I think it was so-so. Maybe, it's because I don't watch TV often enough and have no idea about movies mentioned on the tour. Unfortunately, we did not stop in the area, where they filmed those few movies I actually watched and liked, so it was a big disappointment for me.
I would not recommend this tour if TV shows or movies are not your passion.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour: Pick-up from Poipu Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Rebekah
free shuttle picking up, great river scenery, live music, magic grotto, great service!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Dave
The Smith's Fern Grotto tour was a good way to see the fern grotto and understand some of the history. There was a 20 minute boat ride to the fern grotto landing, time to take pictures, presentation of a Hawaiian Wedding song, complete with hula interruption and demonstration of various hula dances on the boat ride back. All in all - recommended tour.
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Sixto
A relaxing experience with beautiful views and great entertainment.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii 1st timer
Was an exciting tour. Was able to drive atv and see beautiful country. Staff was exceptional.
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| Packages: | Rhino [2 Seater Side by Side ATV] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/28 |
Reviewed by: memsl
We loved the sights. The Waimea Canyon was stunning as was the fern grotto. What was wrong with this tour was the more than 6 hours travelling in the bus to see two sights which took less than 20 minutes each to see. Great tour if you enjoy seeing the hawaiian country side from a bus.
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| Packages: | Standard (K1) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Honeymooners
My husband and I did this activity while on our honeymoon in Jan. We had a blast, even though we were both covered in red mud and water, it was great experience. Kipu Ranch is beautiful, I recommend that all people see the land and hear all the history behind it. My husband and I will most definitely do this activity when we go back, but take individual quads this time,
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Salt Lake City
Smith tours did a great Job with the boat ride.
The grotto.
The entertainment was a nice touch and very well done.
Would recomment this trip to all
One of the good values exploring Kauai
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/14 |
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