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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
River Cruise - Fantastic
Reviewed by: Mo, 2024/04/15This cruise was great with our 18 month old. The boats are wide and spacious and have great visibility on any seat. We enjoyed the commentary and singing while we rode -- and barely noticed the rain.
The short walk to the fern grotto was lovely and lush. Not to mention the grotto itself. We learned more about the traditions of the place and watch a Hula performance of a love song. The guides did not rush us through the walk and were very warm and friendly.
Recommend -- especially if you have young children and need something fun to do with them. My son loved the boat ride!
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
River cruise to fern grotto
Reviewed by: Harvey, 2024/04/14Good performance given sever flooding one day before cruise.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/12 |
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Super fun activity
Reviewed by: Jenny, 2024/04/13Really fun activity- my whole family loved it. Highly recommend.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/21 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Amazing experience
Reviewed by: Becky / John, 2024/04/11We had the best day!!! From the beautiful weather, the calm kayak conditions, the lush hiking environment, the spectacular falls and our amazing guide Justice, we could not have had a better experience. Justice was incredibly friendly, super knowledgeable, funny (dad jokes lol), patient and an overall great guide who thoroughly enjoys what he does.
As novice kayakers, we had no issues but the river was very calm with very little wind.
As intermediate hikers we found the trail fairly easy to navigate as long as we were mindful on the rocks and roots. On the hike, you WILL get muddy and you WILL get wet crossing 4 streams and 1 river but it’s all worth it once you reach the breathtaking falls.
The lunch supplied by the tour was pretty good too as we picnicked at the falls.
Hiking shoes/sandals or running shoes are best. For anyone with mobility issues, they may find parts of the hike difficult.
We would highly recommend this tour as it was the highlight of our time on Kauai!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/10 |
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Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure
Awesome adventure for our family of 4!
Reviewed by: Jamie Straatsma, 2024/04/08My husband and two teenagers loved this kayak adventure! Our guides were very friendly, funny and calm. Jay was very informative and gave us a wonderful history lesson on the island and its culture. He did a wonderful job preparing us for our journey and guiding us through the river and ocean. We did make the journey to the farthest beach on the ocean and it was well worth it! We snorkeled with some sea turtles and enjoyed our time at the beach.
It was a great way to finish up our trip on Kauai. I appreciate all that our guides did to inform us and keep us safe as well as teach us about the island and its culture. I would highly recommend this!
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| Activity Date: | 2024/04/06 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Rising river cancelled half the trip but not half the cost.
Reviewed by: Reid Johnson, 2024/04/07The guide was excellent, the river and surroundings were breathtaking. Unfortunately, high winds and a rising river stopped our paddles without ever seeing the falls. Weather is unpredictable, but since we paddled twice as hard against the winds, it was exhausting. Thought there might be a discount of some kind since our 4 hr. tour only lasted 2 1/2. Better luck next time, I guess. Would do it again with better conditions.
Aloha Reid,
Man proposes and the the gods dispose!
All our guides are excellent and do a great job in not only sharing the cultural and natural history of the area, but most important keeping you safe in questionable weather.
We do offer a discount when weather conspires and abbreviates a tour. Veltra should be extending a discount; if not, you know how to reach us.
Stay well and look forward to your return.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Activity Date: | 2024/04/05 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Great experience/ money value
Reviewed by: KW, 2024/04/06Had awesome guides, great group we were paired with. Highly recommend for those that like adventure. Do not recommend for elderly or young children
Aloha KW,
For the active senior and don't take children under 6.
Are guides are truly awesome as you discovered and do a great job imparting the natural and cultural history of the area, while keep you safe and sound.
Thanks for the 5 stars and looking forward to seeing you on our other tours, or this one, …yet again.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/12 |
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great luau! A little late for jet lagged kids
Reviewed by: KW, 2024/04/05Great luau! A little late for our 3 and 5 year old (no dinner, just the show). But they slept on the benches with our jackets and we were able to enjoy the show. Next time, I would plan this later in the trip than our 2nd night so the kids could have enjoyed it more. Jet lag was tough on the little ones!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/04 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
A Unforgettable Adventure!!!
Reviewed by: Lana , 2024/04/01We were so fortunate to have our guide all to ourselves. He was so informative, patient, and watchful to make sure we had the best experience. The kayaking was challenging but Fun!!, The Hike to the waterfall was also challenging!! Never crossed a small river hanging on to a rope!!! It was Amazing!!!! You haven't really lived until you have lived this Adventure!! 100% worth every minute and every penny!! This was a birthday present for our son and it wound up being a present for all of us.
Aloha Lana,
Yep a rope is always nice especially when crossing a thigh high river.
Glad you enjoyed the guide and the personal touch and we are looking forward to seeing you back.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
Stay well and active.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/24 |
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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＞
２つ楽しめる
Reviewed by: yuri, 2024/03/22リバークルーズとシダの洞窟観光の1つで2回楽しめるツアーです。シダの洞窟では少し歩くので森林浴にもなり、カイルアの自然を思う存分楽しめました。
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/21 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Great Hike!
Reviewed by: Brandon, 2024/03/14Had a great time, and our tour guide was great. Calm water during the kayak, easy hike, and refreshing swim at the Secret Falls.
Aloha Brandon,
Since you did not mention a particular guide, will assume you are extolling all our guides.
Glad you enjoyed the river calm and the easy hike.
A swim in the pool below the falls is always electric.
Thanks for sharing.
Stay active and healthy.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/11 |
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Luau Kalamaku - Kauai Polynesian Show with Hula & Fire Dancers
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Reviewed by: Danita Docka , 2024/03/10The meal was lacking in authentic Hawaiian foods. The drinks were too sweet.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/08 |
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Fantastic people and a fantastic experience!
Reviewed by: Mike P. , 2024/03/10Kanoe and the rest of the team were amazing: Very enthusiastic, very funny, and very informative! Plantation tubing is an experience I would definitely recommend to anyone who's visiting Kaua`i. Thank you so much for making our vacation trip so memorable!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/06 |
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
River cruise
Reviewed by: Tina B, 2024/03/03The cruise was very relaxing and informative about the hawaiian culture as you make your way to the fern grotto thru some of the most beautiful views, you also will enjoy some beautiful singing and dancing as you cruise to a beautiful waterfalls.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
“Ohana”
Reviewed by: San Francisco , 2024/03/02The Smith family really made you feel like “Ohana”. They were very welcoming and embraced and welcomed each and every guest with a pooka lai; photo, tram tour, exhibition on how pig was prepared and cooking process; unlimited buffet style meal with authentic cultural entrees, desserts and “poi”; and evening entertainment.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition
Such a great time with beautiful scenery! I would highly recommend this tour.
Reviewed by: Jason, 2024/03/02We had such an amazing time! If your lucky enough to get guides Cousin Kemo and Cousin Giggles then your in for a treat. They were both super friendly and very knowledgeable about the area and sites. I loved the waterfall and the fact we got to go swimming in the pond and under the waterfall! Next time we are on the island I will definitely book this tour again.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Great experience!
Reviewed by: Sara, 2024/03/02Super impressed! Our guides were the BEST! We learned so much and got to see and take in, feel so much beauty all while being physically active. The value of it all was so worth it. This adventure was epic, I will never forget it!! Thank you!
Aloha Sara,
Thanks for helping us celebrate 40 years at the "helm"
All our tours, from ocean to rivers often combine some lower and upper body exercise.
And our guides truly love what they do and love sharing their particular brand of aloha.
Stay well and active and retain those memories.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/28 |
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
It was ok
Reviewed by: B Denney, 2024/02/21When I think of a Luau, I think of the movie with Adam Sandlin, Jennifer Aniston, and Nicole Kidman in Just Go With It - in Maui.
The Luau we attended here was different than my expectations. The arboretum on the property was beautiful and full of a variety of plants, trees, animals, and some sea life.
The buffet style food approach was ok, but nothing exceptional unfortunately.
After dinner, there was a show to reflect the Hawaiian history and culture through dance, which culminated in a one-man fire stick show.
Again, all okay. Probably the coolest thing to me was the fact that it's a family business of more than 5 generations. Hats off to them!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Interesting
Reviewed by: Mary, 2024/02/17I enjoyed the cruise and found it informative. The grotto was beautiful and there were a lot of interesting plants along the jungle like walk.
My husband didn't care for it because of the amount of people on board. A bus from a cruise ship let ofF their tour people which made it pretty crowded but that is to be expected. My husband just doesn't like to be in crowds.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/22 |
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Great experience
Reviewed by: wallatom, 2024/02/11We were reassured that the tour would be a "go" even though rain was threatening. The group was a bit hesitant but the trip went without a hitch, even when the skies opened up and we got dumped on. The tubing portion was great and a lot of fun for all. Kiersten was a great lead guide, and her team made sure that everyone was safe. Lunch was good, but dampened by the downpour. Overall, I believe that everyone in the group had a wonderful time. We highly recommend this adventure. Special kudos to Kiersten.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/01/21 |
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Kauai’s Got Talent
Reviewed by: Tempest535, 2024/02/02Perfect experience! Enjoyed ourselves and learned a few things!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/31 |
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Kauai Backcounty Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour
Reviewed by: Miguel Huert, 2024/01/30Excellent!! We like it so much. Only the drink that you gave is not good. But all was amazing.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/28 |
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Very nice for mobility challenged.
Reviewed by: Rodriguez111, 2024/01/29Fun interesting tour. Very beautiful river. The chicken were funny.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/01/04 |
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Luau Kalamaku - Kauai Polynesian Show with Hula & Fire Dancers
Really Awesome!
Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/01/28Food was better than expected, and the plantation grounds are breathtaking beauty.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/27 |
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Best Part of the Trip!
Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/01/28So Much Fun!!! Upspeed Lazy River with Adrenaline rushes!!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/29 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Great Day!
Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/01/28Really phenomenal day, the falls were like no other, how I wish to be back in Kauai!
Aloha Kara,
Phenomenal is good enough for us all at Kayak Kaua’i.
We truly try to help folks have a safe and memorable time.
We are getting a kayak ready for your return.
Thanks for caring to share.
Stay well and active.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/30 |
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Awesome Time & Awesome Guide
Reviewed by: Russell & Maddison, 2024/01/21The adventure starts with kayaking out of the marina and up the river. The current is very slow, so you have plenty of photo opportunities and chances to enjoy the views. Wear a hat and sunscreen, you don't have shade for much of this portion.
Next is a hike through the rainforest. 95% of the hike is easy. There are a few river crossings, muddy inclines, and slippery/uneven footings. The hike is definitely not grueling, and I never felt tired. But if someone had mobility or balance issues, they would struggle at a few spots. I'd take my kids, but not my grandma.
Third is lunch at the waterfall. It's an uneven/rocky area, but our lunch was good. The views here are amazing. The pool of water is VERY cold. It's shallow enough to walk all the way under the waterfall.
You get about an hour at the waterfall. Then you hike and kayak back to where you started.
Our guide was Justice. He was very knowledgeable about the plants, wildlife, and history of the area. He had lots of interesting stories. The trip was enjoyable & he definitely added to the fun. Justice will tell you that "Hawaii is magic" and after this vacation we might agree.
When we eventually make it back to Kauai, visiting the waterfall will surely be on the list of activities.
Wow Russell and/or Maddison,
One of you should write a guide book. Do you want to start writing copy for us? (Smiling face)
A very,,,,very good description of what is involved and might say the the excellence of our guides such as Justice.
Thanks for taking the time…it’s a beautiful world out there.
Stay well and active.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide
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| Activity Date: | 2024/01/17 |
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Luau Kalamaku - Kauai Polynesian Show with Hula & Fire Dancers
Excellent Luau and location
Reviewed by: Lisa, 2024/01/06Wonderful Luau show and food. The venue was beautiful and protected from any weather that might occur.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/12 |
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition
Exceptional Fun
Reviewed by: Chrystina , 2023/12/24Very well organized! Our guides were very informative of the area. It's the perfect blend of riding with brief stops to take amazing pictures and breathe in Kauai's beauty and gorgeous scenery. It rained throughout our tour which made it muddier and that much more fun! We saw the waterfall, but for safety reasons, weren't able to swim in it. Be sure to take clothes and SHOES you won't mind getting muddy. The facility had an area to rinse off after the tour. It's an adventure must do!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/30 |
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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＞
幻想的
Reviewed by: ヒロコ, 2023/12/24雨の多い時期だったので心配してましたが幻想的でした。
説明が英語なので理解できないとこがありましたがフラダンスや歌に参加出来ました。楽しかったです。
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| Activity Date: | 2023/12/22 |
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Aloha Jamie,
You went on our other "Secret Tour"!
Our Hanalei Blue Lagoon is slowly getting more recognition and Jay and our other rive/ocean guides are very responsible for this trend.
Jay is great in the field and to work with and as the summer season comes up with us, often is guiding and sea kayaking the more rigorous Na Pali coast.
Thanks for sharing your kind words, as I will with Jay.
Stay active and well.
A hui hou,
Micco/Head Guide