Reviewed by: Bob D
Lots of fun. Entertainment was great. Narrative was very informative. Grotto was awesome. We included the laua which was most fantastic. Food beverage and entertainment was great. My first laua and my best. Thank you for a great evening. All the staff were very friendly
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Tpatton
This luau is a great luau. The food and entertainment were very good. It is a good family event.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/08 |
Reviewed by: Teacher82
Jack was a great tour guide and the day passed very quickly with jokes, historical information, and a beautiful cruise to the Fern Grotto. The singers were beautiful in sentiment and voice, showing us the beauty of the Hawaiian culture . I recommend this as it is a great way to be engulfed in culture and see most of the island , including great picture spots.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/03 |
Reviewed by: Angie
Extremely pleasant, and affordable. Beautiful, must see fern grotto. We ate our imaginary Poi.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/01 |
Reviewed by: TERUTERU
I first visited the Caves of the Ferns 20 years ago, and this was my second time. Since I was participating alone, I had assumed that the tour boat would have an English guide. However, on this day, there was a boat with a Japanese guide, and I was able to join that one. It was a chartered boat for a group of Japanese tourists, so I was lucky. Unfortunately, I couldn't enter the Caves of the Ferns. A new observation deck was established, and I had to view it from there, which was disappointing. However, the explanations from the Japanese guide made the situation clear, and I understood it well.
シダの洞窟は20年前にはじめて行き、今回が2回目でした。一人参加のため遊覧船は英語ガイドになると観念していました。ところがこの日は日本語ガイドの船が出るのでそちらに乗せてくれました。日本人の団体のためにチャーターした船でした。ラッキーでした。シダの洞窟には入れませんでした。展望台が新設されてここから眺めることになり残念でした。日本語ガイドの説明で事情がよくわかり納得でした。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Carl
My entire trip was wonderful but the Luau experience was extraordinary. The grounds itself are like being in paradise but the food was really good and so much of it. The entertainment however was amazing. I particularly enjoyed how the history of those who inhabit the islands was depicted. Anyone planning to visit the Hawaiian islands should definitely do this. I would certainly do it again.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Tisha
What an awesome experience! Recommend the gold seating. Food was ok but the performance was phenomenal! Bottomless Mai Tai's and Blue Hawaiians. Will go again the next time I visit Kauai!
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| Packages: | Gold Package: Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/17 |
Reviewed by: Edith Armenta
My husband and I had an excellent time there.
We arrived and the staff was very friendly in directing us where to go. As we got into the tram, we were welcomed but a coupe peacocks flapping their feathers. The tour of the garden was very informative and fun. If you get there early you can walk around and take pictures. The food was delicious! There was a live band and taught us how to do the hula. And the show was very entertaining. We definitely recommend this luau. We love the fact that it is family owned.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Rachel
Nice boat ride. Great entertainment and historical info. The Fern Grotto was a Beautiful place and glad they have preserved it so nicely.liked it was not too long.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/15 |
Reviewed by: Jody
I loved the Luau. My kids including my 8 year old was entranced the entire time. They especially loved the fire dancer. But the entire show was awesome. The food was delicious and there was tons of variety.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
The Waimea Canyon was beautiful! However, I feel I could have done this activity on my own. We spent most of our day picking up people from hotels and I felt I could have used that time exploring more of the canyon.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Jerry and Cindi
Scott was our pilot...what a hoot! Tho it was raining most of the flight, he flew us to the sites with a history of the land and awesome scenery and colorful descriptions of people and places! Recommend to everyone!
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Alvin lunsford
Relaxing, informative, and entertaining...great value
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Dhpaul
We have gone to numerous luaus with mixed experiences. Sometimes great dancers but average food. Sometimes just a poor experience altogether. We went the the Smith family luau in 2011 when we took our parents for their 50th anniversary. We loved it. Great food with an outstanding setting.
This year we took our son, daughter in law and grandson to Kauai for a week. We decided to go to Smiths luau the night before leaving. If far exceeded expectations.
Come early to walk the garden grounds as they are spectacular. Our son has gone to luaus on Maui and Oahu as well as at Gaylords. He thought this one had it all. Great food a very well done show.
You too will come back.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Eric, Seattle
Outstanding tour! Miguel was the perfect host, and the tour literally takes your breath away! Looking forward to another Blue Hawaiian tour on another beautiful island!
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Clifford Rock
We flew to Honolulu and then spent 6 days on a cruise to Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai. The highlight of our trip was the Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour. The Eco-Star helicopter is one of the best helicopters available. It is relatively quiet, very comfortable, and the view from any seat is fantastic. Our pilot had flown helicopters for more than 20 years, was an excellent guide, and you could tell that he loved his work - if you can call it that. Kauai is so diverse, from the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific", to the fantastic waterfalls including the "Jurassic Park" waterfall, the spectacular Napoli coast with its towering cathedral cliffs, and the beautiful beaches. It is the best way to experience all that the "Garden Island" has to offer in an hour. Then, you can decide what you want to visit from ground level. Blue Hawaiian also offers a video of your flight showing both the passengers and the phenomenal scenery, so that you can relive the experience over and over again.
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Philip Hales
After being driven around the Paradise Garden we were left to wander and take pictures until the rising out of the pit of the roasted pig - the Imu. The aroma was mouthwatering, and shortly thereafter we were led to the food area, and invited to take our seats. The food was brilliant and plentisome, I doubt many would have left not feeling truly sated.
After the feast, we walked to the theatre (shame that it rained, but it did not dampen our spirits) we were presented with a show of dancing from a range of Pacific countries. The dancers (in the rain) put on a brave face and gave us a great evening. Certainly recommend this to anyone thinking of visiting a Luau.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/06 |
Reviewed by: Aussie Helen
Fantastic flight with pilot Scott--unbelievable canyon and coastline,superb colours of red and green,breathtaking scenery! Into the crater in the wettest place on earth, Also saw where puff the magic dragon lives! Worth every penny $
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/21 |
Reviewed by: Nhids
This 1 1/2 hr activity is really good for those who doesn't have upper body strength to do kayak to get to grotto which is a beautiful mystical place. The whole family enjoyed very much the ride and the entertainment whose voice is the future IZ. The staff were all awesome! Thank you all for making our day great!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Aussie Helen
Absolutely amazing flight with pilot Scott! You would never imagine the Canyon and coastal cliffs to be so breathtaking!! And we even went into the crater!!--wettest place in the world--worth every penny!
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| Packages: | Eco-Star [50-55 min] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/21 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl M
We had a great time! Juan, our tour guide, was fabulous! What a wonderful time. Everyone on the bus was entertained as well as having a good time. We were exhausted by the end of the day and it was worth it!
Highly recommended. Everyone in your party will get to be a sightseer and have a driver to do the work!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Kim Wood
We loved our afternoon river cruise! The entertainment was great and the fern grotto was breathtaking! Staff members were warm and very inviting! We will recommend this activity to others!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Dru
I really feel like this river cruise is special, you get to see and hear how this culture has evolved.. The singing is fantastic and the commentary is great as well. Such a nice family!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Rita & Alan
Our guide - Rosario - was well informed and jovial. As there were only 7 of us on the trip Rosario was able to spend more time showing us interesting points on the island. The Canyon itself was beautiful although the River Cruise was a bit naff
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Penny
Wonderful time very peaceful. All the people were very friendly like family.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/25 |
Reviewed by: EKBmom
We loved the luau. The food was great and the show, with all the history was wonderful. I highly recommend the Smith family luau.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/16 |
Reviewed by: DHK
My wife and I took her mother on this scenic cruise. The were very friendly and attentive to all their guests. The pilot did a great job noting the points of interest. The singing and dancing during the cruise added a nice entertaining local flavor.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/23 |
Reviewed by: Cynthia Leas
Our guide , Jacque Cousteau, (Jack Custer) was great! He was so knowledgeable and seemed to enjoy sharing with us. My grandson and I learned a lot and had fun. My only complaint was having to drive from Waimea Plantation Cottages to the Sheraton to meet the tour, while Princeville guests WERE picked up. When I signed up for the tour online, it said we would be picked up. The day before, I got a call saying we would have to get ourselves to the Sheraton.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Della
Smith family makes you feel like ohana. Best luau on island.
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Della
Was awesome to return to fern grotto after 44 years. Well done!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/30 |
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