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All Reviews for Waimea Valley Falls, Hike & Swim in Oahu

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4.72 4.72 / 5

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372 reviews

Waimea Valley Guided Hiking Tour, Waterfall Swim, Lunch & Dole Plantation

Waimea Valley and Dole

Reviewed by: The Reynolds

We had a wonderful experience as a family of 10 on our tour to Waimea Valley! The breakfast was a great start! Our tour guide, Jason, was full of great facts as we drove along the way to our destinations! Weimea definitely exceeded my expectations in beauty! Jason shared facts about the flora and fauna surrounding us. The walked is paved but does have some inclines along the way. The walk was great for the whole family but my elderly parents had to move slower behind the group at their own pace. The waterfall was perfect. There is “audience style seating” for families to sit if not swimming and to place items. Life jackets are required and provided which was nice and the life guards that are on duty are very helpful. The tour gives 30 minutes to enjoy the waterfall swimming which was a great amount of time. Lunch was then given after a walk back to the entrance of Waimea. Although lunch is provided and was very good- for picky eaters or hungry along the way- there are snack bars and a walk up style restaurant to order other food.
After leaving Waimea we went to Dole where we had plenty of time to walk around the gift shop and enjoy our Dole Whip. This tour was a hit with the family and definitely would recommend it!

Tips and suggestions

If you are not able to walk long distances- this may be a harder tour.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha, thank you so much for joining our Nature and You:Waimea tour and this incredibly detailed and heartwarming review!🌺

It's fantastic to hear that the breakfast was a great start and that Jason's insightful commentary about the local flora and fauna truly enhanced your experience. Waimea Valley's beauty truly is something special, and we're delighted it exceeded your expectations. We appreciate you highlighting details. Those insights are so helpful for future guests. We're also glad the 30 minutes at the waterfall was just right and that lunch was enjoyed by all. Your note about the walking distance being a consideration for some is very helpful and something we truly appreciate you sharing.

The Dole Plantation stop for gift shopping and Dole Whip is always a favorite, and we're thrilled it was a perfect end to your family's day.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another exciting adventure soon.

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Packages: [7:30 AM] Waimea Valley & Waterfall - Nature Walk, Swim, Breakfast & Lunch
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/06/14
Activity Date: 2025/06/11

Full Day Tour of North Shore & Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim - Go Tours Hawaii

A great full day bus tour that takes you around Oahu island.

Reviewed by: Lisa Tao

I loved this tour. The bus took us around the island, visiting ALL the hot spots. It can feel a bit rushed but lots of places to go. I think it’s suitable as a first day of your trip activity. Our guide Kanamu was amazing, I loved all the local histories and traditions she told us along the way. The highlight of the trip is definitely Waimea Falls. We spent 1.5 hours here, I personally highly suggest not to go swim in the waterfall because that would become the whole focus of this place. It’s such a beautiful area, you’d be rushing through the short hike trying to get to the waterfall, and once you’ve done swimming you’d be rushing back to your bus. You’d be missing a lot of this beautiful place. I also loved that we stopped for a short 30 minutes Dole plantation. That’s really enough tbh. I would otherwise not have come here but now I can say that I have been there. I loved the fruit stands that we passed, bought some fruits. If you’ve had good sugar cane before don’t buy them here, they weren’t that great. While taste great, they weren’t very juicy, and quite hard to chew. You can definitely try if you’ve never had them before. Bought some macadamia honey at the “nut house”, and I loved the macadamia nut sampling. I was so tired at the end of the trip but definitely worth it!

Tips and suggestions

Do this trip on your first day here.

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/05/28
Activity Date: 2025/05/26

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Outstanding!

Reviewed by: Cox Clan

The hospitality was amazing and the food was great! Worth every penny!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/05/22
Activity Date: 2025/05/20

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Wow!!

Reviewed by: Kara

What a top-tier luau in a beautiful setting at Waimea Valley! Highly recommended

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/05/07
Activity Date: 2025/04/23

ノースショア(ハレイワ)観光 選べるアクティビティ(シュノーケル・カヤックなど)<1日/ワイキキorアウラニ・ディズニー・リゾート&スパ発>

親切

Reviewed by: おお

英語オンリーでしたが、親切に対応いただき、ノースショアを楽しめました
道中のガイドはヒアリングがもっと出来れば良かったと自分の英語力を反省です

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Packages: 【ワイキキ発】ノースショア観光+アクティビティ2つ
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/03/23
Activity Date: 2025/03/21

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Awesome Tour

Reviewed by: April

I wish I had done this tour earlier into my trip. We got to see the entire island. It was clear that our guide, Kevin was passionate and knowledgeable on the island's history and culture. Our group made a few stops additional to the two main activities. It was well worth the cost. As a solo traveller I had an amazing time on this excursion!

  • North shore waves

  • Fresh mango

  • Waimea falls

  • Views from the mac nut farm

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/03/04
Activity Date: 2025/02/27

All-Inclusive Oahu Island Tour with Lunch & Waimea Valley Waterfall Nature Walk

Fantastic tour around the island

Reviewed by: Laura J

My family and I had a great time during the tour and enjoyed all the places we visited, except the Dole plantation which we think they should take out of the tour and visit Haleiwa town instead.
Our guide, Kainoa, was fantastic. He knows a lot about the history of Hawaii.

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Packages: Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/02/26
Activity Date: 2025/02/21

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Outstanding

Reviewed by: Dd

Authentic and warm. Food was also excellent. Location was great

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/02/22
Activity Date: 2025/02/20

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Great tour!

Reviewed by: 1st time Hawaiian visitors

My family loved this tour. The activities we fun and well managed. Kevin was a great tour guide.

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/02/07
Activity Date: 2025/02/05

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Memories are made of experiences like this

Reviewed by: GJR

This was my first luau and I really didn't know what to expect. I was greatly impressed with the quality of the program, the enthusiasm of the performers and the outstanding cuisine we enjoyed for the meal. The evening with the Toa Luau group was an unforgettable highlight to our visit to Hawaii. In addition to the luau, we had the opportunity to hike to the waterfall while enjoying the beauty of the botanical garden. As I said, the whole experience was unforgettable.
Greg & Janet R

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/01/31
Activity Date: 2025/01/29

Majestic Circle Island Tour, Waterfall Swim & Lunch - From Waikiki & Ko Olina

Waimea Valley

Reviewed by: Kara

We went with this tour as not many stop inside the Valley! We really wanted this, so tying the tour togehter was a good way!

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Packages: Waikiki Hotels & Honolulu Cruise Ship Pier Departure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/01/19
Activity Date: 2024/12/03

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Amazing memories

Reviewed by: Melissa

We had an amazing tour !!
It was so much fun and worth the money.
The driver was so informative and helped to make the day even more enjoyable 😊
I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting!! Also a great tour for those with mobility struggles.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2025/01/04
Activity Date: 2025/01/02

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Awesome Day!

Reviewed by: maryroo

This was the best way for us to see Oahu! We were picked up close to our hotel. We had just the right amount of time at each stop. Our driver was fun and informative! This tour was the highlight of our stay!

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If you plan to go in the waterfall, water shoes really are needed! The rocks are slippery and rough

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2024/12/29
Activity Date: 2024/12/26

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Informative, fun & educational

Reviewed by: Happy Traveler

We learned so much and enjoyed Burt, our guide. He was entertaining, knowledgeable & made the whole experience memorable.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/12/09
Activity Date: 2024/12/07

ノースショア(ハレイワ)観光 選べるアクティビティ(シュノーケル・カヤックなど)<1日/ワイキキorアウラニ・ディズニー・リゾート&スパ発>

英語が苦手でもなんとかなりました(笑)

Reviewed by: Maki

目立つ小さなバスが集合場所まで出迎えてくれました。
ツアー客は総勢17人で、その中で日本人は3人だけ、全て英語での説明となります。
自己紹介タイムがあるので、どこから来たのか、ハワイは何回目か、このツアーに期待しているものなど簡単に英語で紹介する必要があります。
さて、現在は訂正されていますが、申し込んだ時のツアーコースはホノルルからハイレワタウンへ直行だったのが途中からコースから外れていたので心配しました。フリーウェイH1から途中H3に移り、東海岸のカネオヘを通過し海岸線を北上。映画のロケ地で有名なクアロア・ランチを通過後、トロピカルファームでトイレ休憩しました。ここではアカデミアナッツの試食ができ、また殻から石でナッツを取り出して食べる体験ができました。その後、フルーツスタンドで休憩した後、サンセットビーチに行きました。行ったのは11月で、サーファー達が高い波に挑戦していました。その後、午前のアクティビティが始まり、私達はワイメア滝公園での散歩を選択しました。公園へは入場料はツァー料に含まれ、ガイドが払ってくれました。滝までのコースは自然が豊かでのんびりと楽しむことができました。滝の水量は雨季だったので豊富で楽しめましたが、乾季は水量が少ないので行く日程によっては注意が必要です。滝壺近くで泳ぐこともできましたが、濁っていたので泳ぎませんでした。集合時間まで時間があったのでここでランチを済ませました。その後、ハレイワタウンに移動し、午後のアクティビティではSUP(スタンドアップパドル)に挑戦しました。場所はサーフ&シーという店の裏で、ライフジャケットは追加料金なしで利用できました。指導はツァーガイドが行い、簡単にボードに乗ることはできましたが、立ち上がるにはコツが要ります。ボードの上に座ったまま漕ぐこともできるので十分楽しめましたし、至近距離でウミガメに遭遇したのに感動しました。なお、貴重品ボックスと荷物を入れるロッカーは簡易なものだったので盗難を心配しましたが、特に問題ありませんでした。集合時間になったらバスに乗り、途中でトイレ休憩後、ホノルルまで送ってくれました。
日本語が通じないツアーだったので心配しましたが、親しみあるガイドと友好的なツアー仲間に助けられました。

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ワイメア滝は乾季に予約しないように
集合時間は忘れないようにガイドがメモしたものをスマホで撮って記録すること

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Packages: 【ワイキキ発】ノースショア観光+アクティビティ2つ(ランチ選択も可能)
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2024/12/08
Activity Date: 2024/11/10

Full Day Tour of North Shore & Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim - Go Tours Hawaii

Good but a bit rushed

Reviewed by: Melissa v

Was a good tour but it was a bit rushed, wish we would have been able to do a tour of the dole pineapple, it was just walk in and walk out. Also would have liked to stop at the beach instead of just drive by it.

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Add a little beach time and tour of dole pineapple

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2024/12/05
Activity Date: 2024/12/03

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Thoroughly enjoyed visiting this beautiful nature habitat.

Reviewed by: Patsy

Beautiful gardens, well laid out trails
The luau and show was outstanding. So fun and informative too. 5 star + show and staff.
A great meal too. Thank you

Tips and suggestions

Cleaner and better stocked bathrooms

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2024/12/05
Activity Date: 2024/12/03

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Highly recommend 10/10

Reviewed by: 50th Birthday w my Crew

18 of our group of 24 went on this excursion. A few things- SAM was absolutely fantastic! So much knowledge- loved it! The fruit stand was awesome, the macadamia nuts stop was great, we were able to get great souvenirs at the best prices, treats, coffee- delish, bathrooms were clean and staff provided an excellent experience. We did the Waterfalls (definitely recommend) in the morning and had lunch at the cafe/bar there. Everything we ordered was delicious and the drinks were amazing. Then we did kayaking, SUP and some exploring aka shopping and tastes of local foods, LOL. So glad to have taken this excursion. Sam even had ice in the cooler.

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Check the weather and dress for your day! Bring a change of clothes and a towel. Enjoy!

  • Chinaman’s Hat- roadside view

  • At the falls

  • Stopped to Shop! Great finds!

  • Our family and friends at the waterfalls!

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Families
Weather: Rainy
Posted on: 2024/11/16
Activity Date: 2024/10/26

ノースショア(ハレイワ)観光 選べるアクティビティ(シュノーケル・カヤックなど)<1日/ワイキキorアウラニ・ディズニー・リゾート&スパ発>

人生初のビッグウェーブ

Reviewed by: のんのん

初ノースショア、さすがチャンピオン大会が開催されるだけありもの凄い大波に感動。SUP中にウミガメにも遭遇。良いツアーでした。

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Packages: 【コオリナ発】ノースショア観光+アクティビティ2つ(ランチ選択も可能)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/11/08
Activity Date: 2024/11/02

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

I SWAM IN A WATERFALL‼️

Reviewed by: PQ

The tour was fun! Our Drivers gave us information about sites as we drove along! We stopped at the macadamia nut farm and fruit stand!! He gave us options about what was available for us to do! I was with a big group, we chose hiking to the waterfall and kayaking/paddleboarding!! The hike was along a paved road so not much hiking but swimming in a waterfall was worth it!! Make sure you wear water shoes that can tolerate walking on rocks if you get in at the waterfall! And while paddle boarding, I saw a turtle then ate gelato at one of the vendors near the lake!
Overall 9/10 experience!!! Would have loved to have gone to the beach as well but time didn’t permit

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2024/10/30
Activity Date: 2024/10/26

All-Inclusive Oahu Island Tour with Lunch & Waimea Valley Waterfall Nature Walk

The volcano and water falls were awesome

Reviewed by: Marilyn Arney

Dexter did a great job showing us around and getting everyone where they needed to be on time.

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Packages: Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/10/21
Activity Date: 2024/10/15

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

AMAZING!!!

Reviewed by: Iokua

This experience was amazing! The waterfall swim was the perfect way to begin the adventure. And then the luau itself was incredible. Much love and respect for the awesome drummers, dancers, fire spinners, and the kindness shown by all. Highly recommend!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/10/01
Activity Date: 2024/09/24

Majestic Circle Island Tour, Waterfall Swim & Lunch - From Waikiki & Ko Olina

Fantastic Guide/Driver

Reviewed by: Debe

Our Tour Guide, Jon, was an outstanding storyteller and kept us entertained with background, legends, history and personal observations of the stops on the tour. He was treated us as Ohana and made sure we had water and juice, delivered our lunches to us, checked that every one was comfortable. At the waterfall trail, my knee acted up so I found a shady spot to wait for my husband. Jon had rented a scooter to go down to the waterfall to check on everyone else. On the way back Jon insisted I use the scooter to return to the bus. I nominate him for employee of the year.

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Packages: Waikiki Hotels & Honolulu Cruise Ship Pier Departure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/09/24
Activity Date: 2024/09/22

Full-Day Oahu Circle Island Sightseeing Adventure & Photo Tour with Waterfalls

Excellent tour with an excellent tour guide

Reviewed by: T. Jeong

Our tour guide Mac was amazing!! He was very funny, knowledgeable about plants and flowers, history of the Island, personable and very entertaining. This tour made our trip.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/09/13
Activity Date: 2024/09/11

All-Inclusive Oahu Island Tour with Lunch & Waimea Valley Waterfall Nature Walk

Great day seeing real Oahu

Reviewed by: GayleP

Our guide Kinoa was fantastic, chatting all day but not obtrusive or overbearing. We saw some beautiful scenery, had a delicious lunch and learnt so much about being an Hawaiian and real living in Hawaii, not the tourist hype of Waikiki.

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Packages: Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/09/04
Activity Date: 2024/09/03

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Luau Experience

Reviewed by: Keyolfson

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Waimea Valley Luau!
The pre activities were so fun; my son (23 years old) participated in the coconut opening and the palm head cover. He totally embraced the moment.
The area was beautiful! We did the falls and the gardens first.
The drinks were quite festive, and the food was awesome.
The “show” was engaging; I loved the music and dance. And, the fire was very impressive!
I would highly recommend this experience!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/08/24
Activity Date: 2024/07/29

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

A great experience!!

Reviewed by: John & Debbie 50th!

We loved this luau!!! From the start to the finish, it was well planned, fun and engaging. We loved the MC, the food, the dancing the activities, everything. We will highly recommend it!!! Thank you for the real leis and for being bold to say a prayer to Almighty God before the meal. Thank you for putting on a great show!

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Packages: [12:30 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/06/14
Activity Date: 2024/06/12

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Great experience, family fun atmosphere, and generous hosts!

Reviewed by: Deena Su

My family thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The MC was fantastic and funny. The flower and anniversary leis were a wonderful touch. The activities were fun. The show was very entertaining, impressive, and the food was good too! The waterfall and hike were fun before too. Thank you for a fantastic day and evening! Mahalo!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/06/09
Activity Date: 2024/06/07

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

So much fun

Reviewed by: Nicole Thomas

Our driver Ruben was great, super friendly and knowledgeable about the island.I would highly recommend the circle Island tour even if you have already done it, you will learn something new every time.

Thanks Ruben!!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/04/29
Activity Date: 2024/04/27

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Great family friendly event!

Reviewed by: Ruth

We enjoyed Toa Luau so much! Our children, 2 & 4, had a wonderful time as well. The cast/crew are the same people running the activities before the meal, and serving the meal, then putting on a great show - their hard work and enthusiasm is inspiring <3 I noticed their attention to detail in how smoothly the check-in, meal, and all the transitions went. Highly recommend!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2024/04/28
Activity Date: 2024/04/26
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