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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
The Best Combo Tour in Kauai
Reviewed by: Bud & Babe w/ guests
Pre-dinner boat trip was great and set the mood for the beautiful Smith acreage of garden, trees, animals and Culture.
The Luau dinner was the BEST we have ever had. A good variety of Hawaiian and American cuisine. The service was super organized and everyone was seated and eating with- in minutes.
After eating everyone walked about 100 yards to the outdoor theater and enjoyed dancing depicting several cultures as well as Hawaiian traditional dances and fire dance.
The four of us had a wonderful evening!!
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/08 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Nice show
Reviewed by: kablewhirl
This trip is very organized. We arrived at the grounds and were driven on a tram to the gardens (not sure why the tram, completely walkable). We were then left to wander the gardens for a half hour or so. The gardens are beautiful, the whole setting is lovely. The next event was the ceremony explaining how the pig is prepared and cooked, which was somewhat interesting. Next we were ushered into the dining area for cocktails and dinner. The pork was delicious, the rest basically typical buffet fare. Dinner felt like we were at a big wedding reception and didn't know anyone. If you like buffets and big feedings, you'll love this. Not our family's cup of tea. After dinner we walked to the theater for the show. The show was fine, the dancers were fine, it was entertaining. We didn't really know what to expect from a luau when we signed up and now that we've experienced it, we'll never feel a need to go back. Glad we saw the dancing but this is the one excursion we regret having spent our time and money on during our week in Kauai.
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/02 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
River Cruise
Reviewed by: kablewhirl
We bought the river cruise as an add on to the Luau. It is a pleasant ride on the river with a tour guide and some hula dancing. Honestly we could hardly understand/hear what the guided was saying on the ride. The dancing was nice. The whole experience was just a little underwhelming. Would not sign up for it as an individual event.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/02 |
Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Great fun with a leisure activity
Reviewed by: Edgewood mom
This was something very different that we did and it was a lot of fun. There were about 20 people on the river floating which made it all the more enjoyable finding out where people are from. The water is invigorating, refreshing and relaxing. No matter how claustrophobic you might be, you can easily do this. Fun for the whole family.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/28 |
Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Mountain tubing adventure
Reviewed by: Cheri
We had a wonderful time! I would highly recommend it for everyone young and old.
Our guides Kip, Kai, Marty, and Mica were friendly and provided excellent instructions for our safety. Book this activity!
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/26 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
great show and scenic trip
Reviewed by: Jill
The performers we're so friendly and entertaining. you could tell they enjoyed presenting the music and dance show. the river ride was scenic and relaxing. the walk to the grotto and back was beautiful. highly recommend. don't book online with another company for $40 each. its only 20 when you book on this site.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/20 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden luau/ & fern grotto boat tour
Reviewed by: Kathleen torres
We had a nice time on the river boat cruise and the luau was exceptional. We have been to at least 5 other luaus over the last several years and this was by far the best. The food was great. The entertainment was great and it was very well organized.
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation
Reviewed by: George Carr
The train ride was very nice. Enjoyed seeing the plantation. The show was wonderful. The story behind the show was much better that the traditional Luau show of various dancers.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/03 |
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
FIRST CLASS
Reviewed by: Diane
We've visited Kauai at least 6 times and wanted to try a helicopter tour, but thought they were too expensive. We finally decided to do it as a honeymoon splurge. It was incredible and worth every dollar spent. Blue Hawaiian delivers a first class experience from their modern new helicopters to their charming & knowledgable pilots. We will definitely tour with them again next trip to the Islands.
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/14 |
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Fun hike
Reviewed by: Mohamed
Felt a bit rushed through the whole trip, our guid stopped once for pic before reaching the water fall, very nice experience and had lots of fun
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| Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
Incredible experience, best way to see Kauai's scenery
Reviewed by: Shella
Our family of 4 took a tour of Kauai with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters in Feb 2015. We booked the flight a month prior, and were unable to book on our preferred day as they were already booked up, but were able to book on our 2nd choice day. When we checked in, they asked us each to stand on the mat that just looked like a welcome mat, didn't feel like standing on a scale, and they didn't broadcast your weight, it was discreet. The kids are aged 6 and 8 and could easily see out the windows and the pilot Geoff encouraged them to ask questions and interact. I am prone to motion sickness but the ride was smooth and our pilot was experienced put us all at ease. We each had a comfortable seat, about the same size seat as on an airplane, except had a 5 point harness, but was still comfortable. Terrific views and pilot gave good commentary about the island. It was tough to take pictures, reflection on the window, but they take a video of the flight you can purchase that included a camera inside the helicopter, the kids liked seeing themselves in the video. We haven't flown with other helicopter companies, so hard to compare which company is best, but Blue Hawaiian seemed very professional. We did a brief safety video and safety demonstration before the flight and the ground crew was friendly offered to take a picture of our family with the helicpter in the background. It was rather pricey for 4 of us, definitely needed to budget but it was worth it, very exciting and a once in a lifetime experience. If you want to truly see the scenery of Kauai, this is the BEST way.
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/23 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Great Value
Reviewed by: Kauai Girl
Nice trip for a reasonable cost. Entertainment at the Fern Grotto was a nice touch. Entertainers then return on the boat with you for the trip back, singing and dancing all the way. Easy on and off access.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/12 |
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
Blue hawaiian helicopter
Reviewed by: TOM
It was amazing spectacular experience. What a nice way to see the whole island from helicopter. Must do. Only with Blue Hawaiian helicopter.
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/05 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Awesome and Passionate
Reviewed by: Kat and Tom
This was exciting and passionate! Well choreographed and emotion filled. The Dancers are sexy and in great shape, and very much into their roles! The history is that of many pioneers and reveals all the sorrow and exhilaration of coming to a new land! Hawaii is no different than America and the West, or of Europe and its colonization. The story is fiery in its presentation with several ovations prompted by the force of the dancers, well worth seeing. And the food is excellent. The whole is well organized and amazing!!
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| Packages: | Gold Package: Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/03 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Excellent Tour.
Reviewed by: Emma
We usually choose to avoid the tours in favour of exploring on our own. However, on advice from friends who previously lived in Hawaii, a Luau is an experience not to be missed.
We chose the Fern Grotto River Boat Tour and Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau combination tour with pick up and drop off from our hotel. It proved to be a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and evening.
The Fern Grotto, despite now missing a large number of ferns after the hurricane, is still a beautiful and tranquil spot to visit.
The highlight of this tour was definitely the Luau though. From start to finish, the service and quality of the show were seamless. The grounds are beautifully manicured and a photographer's delight. The food was delicious and ample in quantity; especially the pork. We were most impressed with how they managed to serve so many people in such an organised fashion. Everything was so very orderly and most visitors were invited to help themselves to second and third helpings. The Mai Tais and Punch were delicious and soft drinks were also readily available.
The show itself was very good and we were highly impressed with the quality of the performance.
Overall, a fabulous tour and highly recommended for all ages.
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/07 |
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Awesome experience
Reviewed by: Sherri & Tom Boehm
Great tour and guide! Justin, our guide, was fun, informative and very patient as we were first time kayaking. The scenery was beautiful and we would recommend this tour to everyone! Thanks again for this awesome experience!!!
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| Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/16 |
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
Blue Hawaiian Helicopter ride Kauai
Reviewed by: Marilyn H.
One of the highlights of our vacation! Views of waterfalls were spectacular as we went the day after lots of rain and the
Grand Canyon" was awesome. Our pilot, Barrett, was wonderful and took a lot of time telling us what we were looking at and responding to all of our questions. Would definitely recommend as a "Must do" while in Kauai.
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
This activity should be discontinued
Reviewed by: Chris
The fern grotto is a piece of Hawaiian history. Originally the site of a huge waterfall, before the river was diverted for irrigation, and originally the site of hundreds of ferns, before being battered by cyclones, this place is not what it once was.
It would have been a very impressive tourist attraction in the early 1900s but unfortunately ferns need water to grow and as it is with the river not going through here this place will never be as impressive and at the moment the tourist operators are trying to flog a dead horse.
Unless they divert the river back through here and let the ferns regenerate I would not recommend it. Time to put this activity out to pasture!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/19 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great Experience
Reviewed by: Hulala
The luau was held in a beautiful place and it was really fun to explore. Unfortunately, when the seating began we were asked to move multiple times because of reserved seating and it made the dinner portion of our evening very very annoying. Luckily, the entertainment after dinner was awesome.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/09 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Awesome entertainment!
Reviewed by: Hulala
I was not particularly excited about this excursion because the fern grotto is all dried up and you can't go in anymore. However the entertainment was great. I dont think they could have made the excursion better with all the story telling, music and dancing. It was alot more than i expected and it was a great start to the luau we saw after!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/09 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
relaxing
Reviewed by: TN traveler
The Cruise Is On A River Not IN THE Ocean FOR Anyone Worried About attire. It is very laid back atmosphere so any clothes are appropriate. The staff where authentic and made you welcome. I combined with smith laaui.
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| Packages: | River Cruise & Tropical Luau Combo |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/01 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
must see
Reviewed by: TN traveler
I made this a part of my 2nd nights activities and had a wonderful time. I had shuttle service from hotel free to a gorgeous park. The food was excellent and drinks were very good. I had the Mai Tai and Hawaiian punch. Take a camera because the park is amazing. Smoking is near the bathroom , fyi :) this company has best ratings with trip advisor. I would love to see it again. Oh video camera because no flash photos. You need $20 to purchase the photo taken upon arrival. Have fun!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/01 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Hawaiin Tradition
Reviewed by: JDowdell
I've been to several luaus on different islands and Smiths is my favourite by far. Beautiful property to walk around. Buffet dinner is very organized and extremely filling not to mention the free Mai Tai's. Really nice show of Hawaiin style dance as opposed to the "Vegas" act I've seen at other Luaus. And if you are staying in Kapa'a, transportation is included. Definately a "must do " while you are visiting the beautiful island of Kauai
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/05 |
Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Refreshing Awesome
Reviewed by: Stevens Family
We did this in the morning and it was so refreshing. Water was great and guides were amazing! Great for the family!!
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/27 |
Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Awesome!
Reviewed by: Franziska
Great introduction of group to each other - being ohana! The ride with the tubes was awesome! And the water was warmer that expected; very enjoyable. I strongly recommend it.
Further, the guides - Kat, Jessica / I forgot the name of the other two - explained a lot about the area and were very helpful and friendly.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/23 |
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Great tour!
Reviewed by: Franziska
it was fun paddeling up the Wailua river and hiking to the waterfall. Very good instructions and guided tour. The guide showed us a lot of things and explained to us. It was awesome to swim in the warerfall pool but also pretty cold! Great tour - I recommend it to everyone!
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| Packages: | Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/21 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Excellent luau
Reviewed by: Gordon Edmonton
This was an excellent luau. Very well organized and a great venue for the event. It was great for all ages. We had a 16 year old and two 80 year olds with us. All enjoyed emensly. Thank you
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Good trip as part of luau
Reviewed by: Gordon Edmonton
This was an interesting trip. A lot of fun and a good "part" of the luau.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Smith's Garden Luau is wonderful!
Reviewed by: Mary
We truly enjoyed the luau at Smith's Tropical Paradise! Beautiful gardens, many picture opportunities, great food, excellent show! I love the family atmosphere at this luau and the hospitality that is extended to everyone. The show teaches about the many different people who settled in the Hawaiian islands. We always recommend this luau when we meet other travelers. It is an enjoyable and well-paced evening of great food and entertainment!
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Relaxing Wailua
Reviewed by: Mary
Every time we come to Kauai we take this River Cruise. It is so relaxing and the ride on the Wailua is calm and you don't have to paddle! We love the entertainment at Fern grotto as well as the fun on the way back to the dock. Everyone we have taken has enjoyed it! We always take this cruise right before going to the luau. A wonderful value too!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
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