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Kauai Helicopter Tour & Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

Great Service, knowledgeable and experienced pilots

Reviewed by: Allison

We had a group of 17 people, teens, seniors, and adults are three separate flights. Each of us had a great time. The Blu-Hawii Helicopter's service is excellent in accommodating the complicated weather conditions, and pilots are extraordinary in knowledge and experience. The flight is very smooth and the scenic view is extrodinary. Thank you blue -Hawaii helicopter.

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Packages: Eco-Star [50-55 min]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/09/04
Activity Date: 2016/09/01

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Luau

Reviewed by: Emy

Excellent! There were 12 of us in our group & we all enjoyed it . The food & entertainment were superb.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/09/02
Activity Date: 2016/08/30

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Wonderful Experience

Reviewed by: Richard

Beautiful garden and welcoming atmosphere. The staff was very welcoming and made our experience very pleasurable. The food and drinks were exquisite, enjoyed the beef teriyaki! They put on a great show at the end! Thank you and would love to visit again!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/08/30
Activity Date: 2016/08/24

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Beautiful!

Reviewed by: Deb

Such a beautiful part of the island! We had a great time on the tour, our guides were amazing.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/08/27
Activity Date: 2016/08/04

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Denise

Wonderful for entire family. Toddlers, Mom & Dad and Grandparents all loved the night. Helped us to have a real appreciation of Kauai, the people and their history.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/08/22
Activity Date: 2016/08/19

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Nice relaxing ride on the Waimea River

Reviewed by: Jackie Benavidez

We took the morning tour and really enjoyed it. We were entertained by musicians on our way to the Grotto and was even taught a simple hula dance. The Grotto was beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed the history lesson of the area. I would definitely take this tour again.

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/22
Activity Date: 2016/08/18

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Show

Reviewed by: Oskars

Show was amazin, national dances from lot of another cultures, like New Zealand, China etc..
After check in is a small train tour around Botanic garden with guid. Tour is around 15 min, guid show you all kind of trees what you can see in hawaii island.

  • Garden

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/17
Activity Date: 2016/08/15

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Luau 09 AUG 2016

Reviewed by: Rob & Steph

We brought 6 people to luau. I had been to Smith's Luau 3 times in the past, the others (my Fiancee, our daughters, and their friends) had not. My daughter had been to a couple of "real" Hawaiian family luaus in the past. I advised our group that this would not be like those, it would be a very structured and commercial setting with a really great Polynesian show at the end.

The Smith's are a wonderful family, very accommodating, welcoming, and freiendly beyond words. The tour, Imu ceremony, and food were as good as they had ever been in the past.

The thing that earned the Smith family only 3 stars on this visit was the quality of the performance at the end. I was looking forward to the male warrior portion of the show, but found that the current cast was lacking in stature and talent. With only 3 young men in the cast, two of whom were in the range of 100 to 130 pounds, the warrior aspect suffered dearly.

Hopefully the Smith family can rebuild this cast, or at least get a gym membership for the current cast members, and return the show to the quality that I had experienced in the past.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/08/13
Activity Date: 2016/08/09

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Must Do Activity on Kauai!

Reviewed by: Jackie

This was my 3rd trip to Fern Grotto over the years and it never disappoints! The entertainment is awesome! Everyone is so friendly and accommodating! There were 18 of us on this trip and most were first timers, they loved it! Can't come to Kauai and not see the Fern Grotto!!

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/08/13
Activity Date: 2016/07/18

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Average Trip

Reviewed by: DebW

The Fern Grotto was a guided tour, which I did not realize when we signed up. The boat ride up the river was nice. The guide pointed out various places along the river. Your time is very limited at the Grotto. The guides there rush you along to the site, explain the grotto, sing, and then you are rushed out. I wanted to explore the trail a bit and take photos so that was disappointing.

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/12
Activity Date: 2016/07/31

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Very professional job

Reviewed by: scott

This is a busy, but very well organised event - We had the full package - coach transfer, train ride, meal and show. The food was of very high quality and as a vegan I was very pleasantly surprised by the variety of veggie food. (There is plenty for the meat eaters too!). The show good too - something for everyone I reckon.

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Packages: Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/10
Activity Date: 2016/08/01

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Great tour!

Reviewed by: Vikki M.

Our tour guide was Jonna. She was friendly,,knowledgeable of Hawaiian history and folklore. She drove safely while she shared about the sights we visited. Her sense of humor and kindness was evident as she inquired about how each of us was doing. My husband and I finished our tour having learned about Kaua'i and the sights. We loved our tour and will recommend to friends to make time for this tour!

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/09
Activity Date: 2016/08/06

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Fern grotto

Reviewed by: Tiff

Enjoyed the relaxing boat ride. The ride back was extra fun with music and my crazy mom who got up and intertained everyone aboard. The workers seemed to enjoy it.

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/08/09
Activity Date: 2016/07/26

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great experience

Reviewed by: Deb

So happy to experience and learn about some of the culture as well as see more of the beautiful parts of the inner island. The food was fantastic and the show was amazing. So glad we took the time to experience this venue.

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/08/07
Activity Date: 2016/08/04

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Couldn't of been happier

Reviewed by: Christian

The singing the dancing the engagement and kindness of the staff is what makes this the best boat ride around

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/08/06
Activity Date: 2016/07/16

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Boat ride and laua

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

  • Beautiful

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/07/23
Activity Date: 2016/07/20

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Luau

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

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Waimea Canyon and Wailua River Cruise

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

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Poi

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

シダの洞窟 観光遊覧船 ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く!<英語ガイド/半日>

Second time. 2回目

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

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Hawaiian Vacation of a Lifetime.

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

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Best Luau!

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

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Amazing Luau

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.

  • The food was delicious!!!!!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/06/18
Activity Date: 2016/05/26

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Fern grotto boat cruise

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

Luau Kalamaku Kauai – Award-Winning Hawaiian Dinner Show with Fire Knife Dance

Amazing

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

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Waimea Canyon lookout

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

Kauai Helicopter Tour & Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

Vacay on Kauai with son and family

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!

  • Awesome flight!

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Packages: Eco-Star [50-55 min]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/06/03
Activity Date: 2016/05/31

Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula

Wailau river cruise to fern grotto with live entertainment

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

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Liked it so much we brought our kids to see it

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

Kauai Helicopter Tour & Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

Mesmerizing!

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
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