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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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $79.00

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Tue 24 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)

Paul T

Mar 2013

Kauai is a beautiful island, one of the small of the four main islands. We choose our tour with Roberts Hawaii as it is much cheaper then the tour offered by Pride of America. It is best to pre-booked through the internet as there is no private tour at the port. The tour bus driver is very knowledgeable about the place and provides interesting information and facts about the tour. Waimea Canyon is beautiful. The sight takes you back to the dinosaur time. The Waimea Canyon tour is only half a day. The tour bus takes you back to the ship for lunch before the river cruise tour in the afternoon. We went to see a waterfall before the river cruise. The river cruise is on a flat bottom boat with Hawaii songs and dances. It was a relaxing experience.

Susan B

Feb 2013

I have nothing negative to write about this tour. The guides were personable, funny and knowledgeable. We saw more than we expected to see and learned so much about the history and local lore of the island. We had a great time! Money very well spent.

Edward G

Dec 2012

Enjoyed both the canyon and river cruise, especially the Fern Grotto. Splitting the two excursions between morning and afternoon was great! It allowed us to have lunch back on the ship and gave us a break from what would have been a long, tiring day.