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Kauai Shore Excursion: Wailua River Cruise and Fern Grotto Tour

Kauai Shore Excursion: Wailua River Cruise and Fern Grotto Tour

Overview

Take a leisurely cruise down the Wailua River to the botanical beauty of the Fern Grotto. Wailua River is known as "the only navigable river" in all Hawaii. The rivers fresh water pours from the Mt. Wai'ale'ale, one of the wettest spots on the plant.Lands along the river were the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birth place of the island's ali'i, or royalty. During the two mile river journey, you'll hear songs and stories of ancient Hawaii and enjoy learning the hula during a lesson provided by a young hula dancer. The Fern Grotto is a geological wonder of Kauai. Ferns grow upside down from the roof of the grotto, which was formed millions of years ago. Native Hawaiian plants and colorful exotic tropical plants provide a rain-forest atmosphere. A visit to the overlook at Opaekaa Falls , the most accessible waterfall on the island, will secure your love of Kauai, our garden island.

City: Kauai

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $79.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $79.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Port pickup and drop off

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This shore excursion can only be booked by Norwegian Cruise Line Pride of America passengers
Departs pier at 2:30 pm and returns at 6:00 pm to pier will visit the Wailua River & Fern Grotto.

What To Expect

Opaekaa Falls

A 151 foot waterfall crashing into a hidden pool.

Wailua River State Park

Float down a fresh water river while being enchanted by songs and stories of ancient Hawaii.

Fern Grotto

Discover the beauty of a tropical rain forest filled with lush native plants.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (37)

Marie_M

Dec 2022

The tour was cancelled due to weather. No issues with a full refund. So glad the refund occurred quickly. We hope to go in the future.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Aloha Marie, Yes, although we cannot control the weather. A quick full refund we can control and we hope to see you again soon under better weather conditions. Mahalo,.

Robin_W

Nov 2022

I did not have a great experience because I wasn't allowed to take a trip that I booked back in August. At the time of my reservation I did not see that it was affiliated with a cruise ship. I wasn't on the cruise which eliminated me from going on the tour even though I paid for it back in August. We were willing to take the tour, but tour company would not lets us take the tour. Viator and Roberts Hawaii kept telling me to contact the other vendor. Neither Viator or Roberts Hawaii had any interest in refunding $154.00. They cancelled on us. We didn't cancel, we just wanted to get on the tour. I lost my husband in May 2022. My friend took me to Kauai in November for relaxation as I'm learning to live without my husband, and simply a nice getaway as winter sets in Washington.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Aloha Robin, My apologies for the mix up on the Viator Website. You booked the Kauai Shore Excursion designed for the guess on a cruise ship Pride of America. You should have been refunded and I'm following up on your refunded for you. I can be reached at [email protected] if you have any questions. Mahalo,

Janine_R

Sep 2022

The view of the Wailua River was spectacular. Our tour driver Leon was informative & friendly. Beautiful flowers & trees on the way to the Fern Grotto.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Aloha Janine, Thank you for your wonderful review. We appreciate your time and hope you enjoy the rest of what Kauai has to offer. Mahalo again,