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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Had a great time

Reviewed by: Nicole

Even with the rain it was a blast... wear proper shoes they will get muddy!!

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Aloha Nicole,

Without rain you could not have rainbows.

Thanks for warning people about shoes.

Until our trails meet again.

Thanks for taking the time.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/02
Activity Date: 2019/04/29

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

Ok.

Reviewed by: Deb D

Relatively inexpensive way to see some of the river greenery. Appreciated the history/culture narration. Lead entertainer on the way back was funny! Hula ladies don’t really seem into it, you feel like they are just doing a job and don’t necessarily enjoy it, and they seemed tired. Fern grotto a beautiful site.

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/05/02
Activity Date: 2019/04/29

ナ・パリ・コースト サンセットディナークルーズ 運がよければイルカに会えるかも!<夕食・飲み放題付き/英語ガイド/エレエレ地区>

Crew response 乗組員の対応

Reviewed by: Mickey

A woman from the United States (about the size of a sumo wrestler) fell due to strong waves and started bleeding from her toes. The crew member (a fourth-generation Okinawan) responded promptly and effectively, which was impressive, especially while the yacht was rocking from the waves.

米国の女性(相撲取りくらいのサイズ)が、波が強くて転び、足の先から血が出てしまった際の、乗組員(沖縄4世)のてきぱきとした対応が素晴らしかった。(波でヨットが揺れながらの対応)

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この状況をうまく対処できたと感じていただけて嬉しいです。安全が私たちの最も重要な焦点です。またお会いできることを願っています。マハロとアロハ。

We are glad to hear that you felt we handled this situation well. Safety is our biggest focus. We hope to see you again. Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages: 基本プラン*
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/29
Activity Date: 2019/04/24

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Sacred Falls Kayak and Hike

Reviewed by: Tena

We very much enjoyed the kayak and hike to Sacred Falls! Our guide Dustin was outstanding! He shared his knowledge of the area and kept us entertained with his jokes throughout the tour. The hike is muddy so wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet and dirty.
We would definitely do this activity again!

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Aloha Tena,

Dustin is on a roll. One out of every 3 honorable mentions this month, has Dustin's name affixed.

That said all our guides I can humbly say, "Do an outstanding job!".

Thanks for warning others about the property shoes to wear.

Stay paddling and hiking.

Thanks again for sharing.

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/19
Activity Date: 2019/04/16

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun experience!

Reviewed by: Tourists from Oregon

We enjoyed the adventure a lot! Tour members were excellent (personable, enthusiastic, informative and accommodating toward everyone of all ages having a fun time). Floating the tunnels is exciting and hearing history of canals is interesting glimpse of past island sugar cane industry elements.Nice lunch to re-energize afterwards.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/12
Activity Date: 2019/04/08

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

A romantic river rendezvous

Reviewed by: MsTravelGal

Wedding ceremonies have been held at the fern grotto for decades. It's a historic and beautiful spot to get married or renew your vows. We didn't know this before arriving but it was a special surprise since my fiance proposed the day before. The cruise to the fern grotto was the perfect way to end our vacation in Kauai. Even if you're not going for a wedding, you'll get to hear and watch Hawaiian singers and musicians perform a traditional Hawaiian wedding song. So whether you're celebrating an engagement, a honeymoon, or 50 years of marriage, this beautiful destination will fill your heart with love. I'm so glad we did this tour!

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/10

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Loved it!

Reviewed by: Laura & Emma

My 5 year old and I did this adventure and had sooooo much fun!!! The tour guides were so nice especially to my daughter. They let her go up front and one made her a fishing pole out of a leaf during lunch. I would definitely do this again with my family. If you’re bringing a camera or GoPro make sure it has a tie on it to your wrist or clothing and a water proof case. We had the best time together!!! Highly recommend.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/04/09
Activity Date: 2019/04/06

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

Great Family Fun

Reviewed by: Nevin

The Smiths family luau was very well organized. They took care of all the guest and made you feel very welcomed. The food was very delicious and the show was very well done with incredible dancing and special effects. You not only go there to have a good time, but you learn the history of the island and all it has to offer. I would rate this as a Superior experience.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/04/07
Activity Date: 2019/04/04

Deluxe Na Pali Experience Snorkel Tour, Breakfast & Lunch - Holo Holo Charters

Beautiful scenery and Attentive crew--this tour is a must do!

Reviewed by: MsTravelGal

This snorkel sail was by far the highlight of our vacation in Kauai. For years I've dreamed of sailing along the Na Pali coast and it was more beautiful than I ever imagined. The emerald cliffs were absolutely breathtaking. Other passengers spotted whales breaching the water nearby but I couldn't take my eyes of the coast. As we began our sail back to the harbor we were accompanied by a pod of dolphins who swam alongside and in front of our boat for several minutes; it was magical.
My fiance's favorite part of the cruise was the snorkeling. We had so much fun swimming in a secluded cove and spotting unique marine life.
I can't leave out the exceptional crew. As we sailed along the coast they pointed out historic sites, popular film locations, famous (and notorious) hikes, and told us about the local wildlife.
We'll relish in the memories of this tour forever!

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We are beaming reading over your review! Thank you so much for choosing to join us here at Holo Holo Charters and for sharing your oh-so-awesome review! We are elated to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us from beginning to end and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/06

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Sooo Fun!!!

Reviewed by: Family Reunion

Would definitely do again!! I would recommend to anyone!! Good for all ages... we had ages 6-68 years old in our group...all had fun!! This is a must do while in Kauai! The guides tell you the history of the plantation and give you great recommendations for the rest of island!!

  • So fun!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/04/02
Activity Date: 2019/03/29

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun time

Reviewed by: Ron Z

This was an amazing time. I would recommend to everyone. Very easy ride down a lazy river. A lot of the ride was through tunnels and with the provided head lamp it was great. Is a good time rain or shine.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/31
Activity Date: 2019/03/26

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Great time

Reviewed by: Ron Z

This was a great time. This was our first time in kayak and we did awesome as our guide said. The hike to the falls was muddy but well worth it. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a little adventure.

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Thanks Ron for a nice review. Summer "dryness" has arrived and the trail is a wee bit less muddy. Thanks for warning folks about the mud.
Stay paddling and hiking.

A hui hou,

Micco
Head Guide

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/31
Activity Date: 2019/03/27

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Relaxing

Reviewed by: Catherine

Beautiful scenery! Guides were funny and knowledgeable. It was a relaxing float that was perfect for the tone of our trip. I would definitely do it again!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/03/15
Activity Date: 2019/03/10

Hanalei River and Blue Lagoon Kayaking & Guided Snorkeling Tour - Kayak Kauai

Rain can't stop a good time.

Reviewed by: Holly P

A warm rain fell, off and on during our float up the river, but since we were going to get wet anyhow, it didn't matter. Our guides, Web and Dan, were very attentive and funny. And knowledgeable about what we were seeing along the way.

One thing that was different from our expectation, but didn't matter too much, was that since the road past Hanalei is closed indefinitely due to a storm, the guides had to park and load things in different spots than normal, which added to the walk to the beach.

I would recommend this trip to anyone who likes fun flatwater kayaking, and great snorkeling on the north coast of Kaua'i.

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Aloha Holly,

Thanks for your nice review. You were the beneficiary of our "dream team" , i.e. Web and Dan who also guide our all day sea kayak tour along Na Pali coast during the summer.

Thanks for warning others that, due to last years flood, has forced us to take a 1/4 mile walk along beautiful Hanale Bay.

Sometime in the next few months we are told that the road to the river mouth, where we generally launch, will be open once again.d

Thanks again for taking the time to share with others.

The Hanalei River and Bay has to be one of the more beautiful places on the planet.

A hui hou,

Micco

  • Web (Hardy) and Dan (Laurel) our great guides

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Packages: South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/09
Activity Date: 2019/03/06

ナ・パリ・コースト サンセットディナークルーズ 運がよければイルカに会えるかも!<夕食・飲み放題付き/英語ガイド/エレエレ地区>

Inflated expectations 膨らみすぎた期待が

Reviewed by: cyiberkong

Since watching Jurassic Park, I had always wanted to visit the Na Pali Coast. However, my expectations were too high, and I was a bit disappointed. My daughters, who joined me, seemed to have a great time and were very excited. The crew members were also very kind, which was nice.

ジュラシックパークを見て以来いつかはきたいと思っていたナパリコースト。妄想が膨らみすぎてガッカリだった。一緒に参加した娘たちは大はしゃぎでとても楽しかったみたいです。クルーの方もとても親切でよかったです。

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私たちは、あなたがこれから何年も振り返る思い出の一部になれることをとても嬉しく思います!Holo Holo Chartersを選んでいただき、素晴らしい時間を過ごされたことを教えていただきありがとうございます!またお会いするまで… マハロとアロハ。

We are so happy to be a part of memories you'll be looking back on for years to come! Thank you for choosing us here at Holo Holo Charters and for letting us know what a great time you had! Until we meet again... Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages: 基本プラン*
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/09
Activity Date: 2019/03/06

ナ・パリ・コースト サンセットディナークルーズ 運がよければイルカに会えるかも!<夕食・飲み放題付き/英語ガイド/エレエレ地区>

Whales too. 鯨も

Reviewed by: puddin

The scenery wasn't as impressive as I expected, but I was able to see whales in the distance. The staff were very good.

思ったほどの景色ではありませんでしたが、鯨を遠くに見ることができました。スタッフの方々はとてもよかったです。

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私たちはあなたが水上に出てくれたことを嬉しく思いますが、ナパリコーストの景色に失望されたと聞いて残念です。マハロとアロハ。

We are glad to have had you out on the water, but are sorry to hear that you were disappointed in the view of the Napali Coast. Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages: 基本プラン*
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/03/08
Activity Date: 2019/03/05

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

Best Luau Experience

Reviewed by: Noble

Our whole party of six was pleasantly surprised by the Smith's Family Garden Luau. We have been to other luaus and this rates as the best so far. The grounds are beautiful! The food and service was excellent! The staff were very friendly. The dinner entertainment was nice and the after dinner show was very good and informative of Hawaiian cultural history.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/04
Activity Date: 2019/03/01

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Juan was a great driver and tour guide.

Reviewed by: Tom

Juan was a great driver and tour guide. I left a couple of shirts I purchased on the bus and Juan brought them to our hotel. Great guy!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/02
Activity Date: 2019/02/27

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

Very interesting trip

Reviewed by: Martin

Excellent organization of the trip, nice music and dance, very impressive walk to fern grotto. All-in-one: Beautiful trip worth the money

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/28
Activity Date: 2019/02/25

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Best Part if our trip!

Reviewed by: Pilar Abalos

We got to kayak down the Wailua River. Jay our guide was amazing. He told us about historical information about the beautiful island of Kauai and it’s history. Our hike to the waterfall was deep in the interior and he pointed out plants and trees and gave us history and background about them. He was patient and very friendly. Our swim in the falls was something on my bucket list and was definitely what I was expecting and more! Thank you to Jay and everyone at Kayak Kauai!

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Aloha Pilar,

Glad to hear that not only that Jay did a great job guiding but that he help lighten "your bucket".

Keep filling up that bucket and thanks for letting others know what a good job Jay is doing; we are very
fortunate to have him on board.

A hui hou,

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/27
Activity Date: 2019/02/23

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Flume Float Fun

Reviewed by: Leslie

The eight year old who still lives in this 60-year-old heart of mine adored the whole adventure. Not because it was simple, but because we got to have an experience floating down an irrigation flume through tunnels and exotic beauty. It felt a little bit like we were getting away with something. Also, our guides - Cody and Justin - were funny and friendly and kept us perfectly safe the whole time. My advice is to go in the morning so you get in on the picnic at the end of the adventure. A beautiful setting in which to rest and refresh.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/24
Activity Date: 2019/02/21

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

Wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Karri

This was my first trip to Hawaii and my first Luau. The Smith family did an amazing job. The food was delicious and the show was outstanding. Highly recommend!

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/02/23
Activity Date: 2019/02/22

Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach

Fun Time

Reviewed by: SRomero

We had a great time! The water was a little murky, but Kevin was great! Thank you!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/17
Activity Date: 2019/02/12

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

It was really fun!

Reviewed by: Forsythe

It was really fun!!! The tour guides were awesome as well! It was just a bit shorter than I thought originally but still very worth it!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/12
Activity Date: 2019/02/08

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Beyond Awesome!

Reviewed by: Brenda Johnson

This is a must do tour when in Kauai! Cinzia and Rich were the best tour guides also. We laughed, qe saw wonderful scenery, enjoyed the caves and had a blast in the tubes!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/03
Activity Date: 2019/01/24

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Great Adventure

Reviewed by: John

Tubing is the greatest experience on Kaua'i! Would recommend it to anyone.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/01/26
Activity Date: 2019/01/21

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

Show was wonderful!

Reviewed by: T. G.

The grounds of the Smith Family Luau are beautiful, kept up well. The unearthing of the pig was a great experience. The food, well, it was okay, nothing special. The mai tai's were a funny brown color, not sure what juice was in it. The best part was the show. The music and dancers were amazing! So happy we were able to see it.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/22
Activity Date: 2019/01/16

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

A must do!

Reviewed by: Hawaiian

The guides were very knowledgeable and kept things fun! The views were beautiful and the history behind the tunnels is interesting! Wasn't sure about the tunnels at first since I am claustrophobic but they were spacious and I didn't have any issues. Would definately do again! Recommend for all families and couples.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/13
Activity Date: 2019/01/10

Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure

Excellent Choice!

Reviewed by: Trish F

Wonderful experience! Our guide Dustin was amazing and shared interesting history of Hawaii. Well worth it! We'd do it again!

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Aloha Trish,

Dustin is a legend in his own mind...but then maybe, given your review, he is a legend. Thanks for sharing and confirming what we all knew at Kayak Kaua'i, i.e. that Dusting rocks.

Until our wakes or trail meet.

Micco

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Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/11
Activity Date: 2019/01/08

Holo Holo Super Kauai Snorkel Tour - Niihau & Na Pali Coast Adventure with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks

Beautiful scenery and a fun crew!

Reviewed by: Kari

We had a great time on this snorkel cruise! The Na Pali Coast is gorgeous and our crew made the experience that much better by being so friendly and accommodating. They were right there if you needed anything, ready to answer any questions you had and give background information on the island, and were even offering to take pictures for you. We were fortunate to get to see so much marine life from the boat--dolphins, whales, sea turtles, manta rays, and a baby octopus. The only downside is that we wish we could have snorkeled for a longer period of time (because we love it!). The ride back to Kauai from Niihau was definitely rough, but we took Dramamine beforehand and wore sea bands, which all seemed to help. The crew definitely lightened the mood with jokes and took efficient care of those unfortunate few who got sick. We would definitely recommend this excursion!

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You've left us with all the feels! Thank you so much for choosing to join us here at Holo Holo Charters and for your unforgettable review! We couldn't be happier knowing how much you enjoyed it! Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages: Until 12/31/2018
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/08
Activity Date: 2018/12/31
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