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

Jessie was the BEST tour guide. The ultimate professional and extremely personalable.

Reviewed by: Portland, OR Couple

What more can we say? Jessie made our kayak tour the most exciting part of our Kaua'i vacation. He's 100% passionate about the island & maintaining it's splendor. Jessie know the island flora & fauna, as well as very interesting tidbits about the history. He is also an excellent kayaker, who remained calm throughout our outing. One of the 3 couples in our party had their kayak turn over and the wife, a non-swimmer panicked. Jessie made sure all were safe with life preservers securely fastened, despite the slight "adventure." This tour is worth doing again, and again. Thanks Jessie!

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Packages: South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/07/26
Activity Date: 2014/06/28

Inter-Island Trip Kauai to Oahu - Complete Pearl Harbor Day Tour with Airfare & Lunch Included

Great Day At Pearl Harbor

Reviewed by: Tom and Jan

We took this tour as a day trip from Kauai. We are very pleased with the service. The tour associates were very helpful in making sure that we made all our connections, before and during the day. The tour bus driver, Ed, was very informative and made sure that we had the best experience possible.

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Packages: via Hawaiian Airlines
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/07/22
Activity Date: 2014/07/10

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

vacationer

Reviewed by: Gladys Perry

It is always awesome to see an island by air up close and personal. My niece had never been on a helicopter and was so impressed with Blue Hawaiian. I have been on many other helicopter rides but the new technology is impressive.

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Aloha Gladys! Thanks so much for this review! We are so happy you enjoyed your flight! Please come see us again! Mahalo, The Blue Crew

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Packages: Eco-Star [50-55 min]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/22
Activity Date: 2014/04/29

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

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Reviewed by: Gladys Perry

I went to this Luau 27 years ago. I enjoyed it then and the updates and changes are incredible.

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/22
Activity Date: 2014/04/30

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

Fantastic

Reviewed by: Chris Brian

We'll worth it,very informative pilot,smooth flight,very professional.

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Aloha Chris! Thanks so much for your review! We are so happy you enjoyed your flight. Mahalo, The Blue Crew

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Packages: Eco-Star [50-55 min]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/22
Activity Date: 2014/07/18

Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

Nice Tour

Reviewed by: Mark

If you don't have a car or don't want to drive this is a great way to see the sights. Comfortible transportation and the bus driver was very nice and informative. Long day for us, 11 hours, because we were picked up in Princeville, better if picked up from Lihue or Poipu. No lunch is provided however they stop at a golf course in Poipu to eat in their restaurant, so prepare for that additional expense. Was a little disappointed with Fern Grotto, we've seen much nicer areas in the botanical gardens. Boat ride was fun! Might be too long a day for young children and teenagers, for us it would have been better to drive ourselves.

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Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/21
Activity Date: 2014/06/23

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Awesome Fun

Reviewed by: Mark

This was a very relaxing and fun float trip! Water was great, not cold at all! Tour guides were great too!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/21
Activity Date: 2014/06/28

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

smith's family luau in kauai

Reviewed by: R Flores

Actually seen something different from other luau's we been to in the past.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/19
Activity Date: 2014/07/16

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

More than Worth the Money

Reviewed by: Kelly Crain

I really enjoyed this. The staff were friendly, but not pushy. Nobody tried to sell me something else or tried to get me to upgrade to something else. The boat ride was pleasant, scenic, and informative. The grotto is pretty, but I think the benefit is the boat ride, music, and hula demonstrations. I would definitely do this again.

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2014/07/19
Activity Date: 2014/07/12

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

AWSOME ADVENTURE

Reviewed by: Jeannie

Me and my 10 year old duaghter had a wonderful time tubing. I would recommend this adventure to anyone. Spence, our guide, did a wonderful job.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/19
Activity Date: 2014/07/02

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

Awsome grounds...great food....so so show...

Reviewed by: Raslco

We have attended luaus on other islands and the show at this luau was not impressive. The grounds were amazing , beautiful picture opportunities ....and the food was delicious!!! We were not impressed with the show. The seating was stadium seating which was extremely uncomfortable. The show was not interactive with audience......I believe the "host" was pre-recorded?

Again.....we've been to other islands and have been to much better.

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/12
Activity Date: 2014/07/09

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

Fern Grotto Tour

Reviewed by: Love Kauai

Our tour had no enthusiasm and excitement in his voice. The crew seemed like this was a task. The Hawaiian dancers were good, the singer was good.
Had been on the Fern Grotto tour a few years ago and was much better.

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Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/07
Activity Date: 2014/06/10

Kipu Safari Adventure - Zipline, Hike, Kayak & Waterfall Swim with Lunch

Good mix of adventures.

Reviewed by: Travel4fun Group

Good trip overall, but took awhile to get started. Kayaking and hiking was easy and fun. The 2 ziplines were good and long. The lunch they provided was o.k. There are several places to get wet during the hikes that were fun. If you can't decide on what kind of adventure you want to do then this is a great mix.

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Packages: South & West Kauai Hotels
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2014/07/07
Activity Date: 2014/07/03

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun but too short of a tube ride for the cost.

Reviewed by: Travel4fun Group

This is a good adventure but it's only a 45 minute tube ride. We started with a drive to a scenic spot for pictures then back in the vehicle for a ride to the ditch. We did a short nature walk then got our safety instruction. Finally, we got into the ditch for our ride. It was a lot of fun and going through the tunnels was great. The water moves you along pretty good so you will not need to paddle anywhere. It was just too quick of a ride! After the ride we had lunch. The meal was basic but good. We had a short ride back to the warehouse/office. If you want a relaxing excursion, then this is it, but not your best bang for your buck.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2014/07/07
Activity Date: 2014/07/05

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Mountain Tubing Adventure

Reviewed by: Jodie Harrison

Had an amazing time! Such funand a great guide. Thank you Spencer!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/06
Activity Date: 2014/07/02

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

Good food

Reviewed by: jbradem

We had a great time. Food was great and they fed the entire group quickly. Pork was excellent. Show was good as well. Highly recommend.

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Packages: Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/07/05
Activity Date: 2014/06/11

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

exceptional...would do it again

Reviewed by: Tracey

the Smith family luau was so much fun. The food was delicious and entertainment exceptional. Would definitely recommend for all ages.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/07/04
Activity Date: 2014/07/01

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Fun with the kids

Reviewed by: The Bowmans

My 10 yr old niece talked about this excursion for days after it was over! She had lots of fun and our guides were lots of fun.

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/04
Activity Date: 2014/07/02

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

Fun evening!

Reviewed by: The Bowmans

Dinner was great for adults and chicken available for picky children. Luau show was great!

  • The Bowmans

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Packages: Plantation Owner's Evening (Show with 4-course Dinner)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/07/04
Activity Date: 2014/07/01

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

best luau

Reviewed by: Bernie

This was such a nice experience, the family is very friendly. Food was excellent!!!!! The show gave a variety of cultures to the audience.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/06/30
Activity Date: 2014/06/26

Scenic Kauai Airplane Tour to Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls

Outstanding

Reviewed by: Winifred

The airplane tour was the highlight of our trip. The scenery was beyond our expectations. It was just beautiful. Josh, the pilot, explained everything to us as we passed by the different areas. Josh is a very professional person and very engaging. I would recommend this trip to everyone.

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Packages: Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/30
Activity Date: 2014/06/05

Scenic Kauai Airplane Tour to Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls

SUPER AMAZING Airplane Tour

Reviewed by: Alyssa & Bryan Davis

This was one of our favorite things that we did while we were in Kauai(and we did a lot!). The flight was beautiful! I can't even put into words how amazing this was. I was a little apprehensive about being in a plane versus the helicopter but I was happy with the decision we made. I saw helicopters along the tour and they do get a little closer to the waterfalls and mountains but there is something truly amazing about getting a zoomed out view of Kauai, I feel like I got to see more of the island this way. In addition to the scenery, the pilot was extremely nice and knowledgeable and made sure we were comfortable throughout the whole flight. Furthermore, the other staff at Wings over Kauai were AMAZING! They have a few surprises for their guests that I won't ruin here, but I will say that they are very generous! I HIGHLY recommend this activity to everyone!!!

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Packages: Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/26
Activity Date: 2014/06/17

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

Awesome SNUBA Tour

Reviewed by: A Davis

This tour was pretty cool. I wasn't sure what to expect and was really nervous but everyone friendly and helpful. One of the guides, Sean, can come off a little abrasive to an anxious person like me and kind of seemed like "oh great, I have deal with a tourist who doesn't know what they're doing" but the main guy (I can't remember his name, sorry) made up for him and really helped me out when I was having difficulty. The diversity of fish and life that you get to see is beautiful and amazing! I would highly recommend this activity!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/26
Activity Date: 2014/06/19

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

Fern Grotto

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

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

Great food

Reviewed by: Jeff


Overall I would say this event was a positive experience. The food was very good. The tour of the property was very enjoyable, this is a magnificent setting for a luau. In my opinion, the after dinner show, however, needs to be updated. I'm sure there are those who appreciate the cultural and artistic emphasis on which the show was based, however, from an entertainment perspective, this show fell considerably short of other luaus I have attended. Most of the music was very slow paced, some of it seemed to drag on forever. I expected a more fast paced performance, one which would ellicit more enthusiasm, more excitement within the audience. The slow paced, historic theme just didn't get it done for myself and the people with which I attended this event.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/06/13
Activity Date: 2014/06/10

Small-Group Circle Island Airplane Tour with Window Seat - Air Ventures Kauai

It all depends on..........

Reviewed by: Jeff

Really enjoyed the flight, the pilot was excellent, but, the entire experience hinges on which side of the plane you happen to be seated on. As you depart, the coastline is on the right side of the plane, which allows you to see the attractions the pilot is making reference to. If you are on the left, you mostly view the open sea. He does circle around occasionally, however your view is a brief one, usually right on top, making it very difficult to get a good angle for a picture. I enjoyed the pilot, his commentary was very insightful, however, I would only recommend this excursion for anyone assured of seat on the right side of the plane.

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Packages: Private Kauai Air Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2014/06/13
Activity Date: 2014/06/10

Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch

ANAZING!!!!

Reviewed by: Carey n' Billy

My husband who is DEATHLY afraid of heights had the time of his life on this!! The gradual build up in size of runs was just what the dr ordered to get him going. The water hole swim at the end was the perfect ending!!

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Packages: Nui Nui Loa 9-line Zip Trek & Swim
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/06/09
Activity Date: 2014/05/16

Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals

Big Hit!

Reviewed by: Carey n' Billy

Took Grammy and daughter (11) on this one. Both had a great time!!

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Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/06/09
Activity Date: 2014/05/15

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

Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau

Reviewed by: Karen Berg

We thoroughly enjoyed the food, music and the dances. Friendly service. The fire dancer was awesome! I would recommend this Luau.

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Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/08
Activity Date: 2014/05/30

3.5-Hour Na Pali Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar on Holo Holo Catamaran

An exhilerating and amazing highlight for anyone. Do it!,

Reviewed by: Barbara Dyer

My husband and I had a super sensational time. We loved the water splashing on us and seeing the spectacular coastline was so amazing. My husband loved going under the waterfall and getting drenched so much fun and going in close to look inside a cave. Crew were exceptional as safety was their main goal and the food was delicious. Highly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you so much for joining us and for taking the time to let us know what you thought of your experience! We are beaming and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha

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Packages: Until 12/31/2019
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/06/04
Activity Date: 2014/06/01
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