Excursión en crucero por Kauai: río Wailua y Fern Grotto

Perhaps it was because we had been on so many awesome tours during our week on the islands. This one was lackluster -- first, we were on a big bus from the cruise ship (never fun). Next, there was one stop off the highway (which we then had to cross on foot) to look at a waterfall (and chickens -- hey, hey!). Finally, we slowly cruised the Wailua River on the barge boat. The most exciting part was waving at all the kayakers who were having way more fun. Finally, we arrived at the Fern Grotto. We s-l-o-w-l-y strolled to the grotto (because there was another huge group ahead of us). Though the Fern Grotto was pretty, no one can enter the cave any more because it's unstable. So, we were entertained with a half-hearted, one dancer Hula with singers (which couldn't be heard due to the subpar speaker system). Dance over, back to the boat. There was some better entertainment on the way back to the visitor center, but it certainly wasn't worth the time or $$$. You'll be better off hiring a small-group excursion! Sorry for the negatives, but I leave too many honest reviews to sugarcoat this one.

Very informative a relaxing ride up the river with Hawaiian music and dance, the drive getting there had pretty scenery with a beautiful water fall

A relaxing river cruise enjoying nature, learning of Hawaiian culture with music and learning a hula dance. Beautiful lush surroundings leading to the grotto.

The grotto was beautiful. We enjoyed traveling along the river, seeing the scenery. Our bus driver was very informative. He even helped my elderly mother, who has mobility issues and uses a walker, try to navigate getting on the boat that would take us down the river. Unfortunately, the leader of the group who ran the river cruise portion was VERY rude to her, commenting that she had skipped the line, even though the bus driver told my mother to go to the front of the line. When my mother explained that to her, she commented, "I don't care."

The views were amazing enjoying a river boat tour well having entertainment on the boat. The rich history of the island with great views

Pretty float down River for half hour each way. Fern grotto has a nice jungle walk and view point. Some hula dancing and singing along the way. Easy to relax and get away from the noise of the cruise ports.

River travel by boat to view the entrance of a cave. It also included some live Hawaiian music and Hula dance at the site and on the boat

A pleasant and relaxing river cruise. Comfortable cruise, beautiful scenery. The return trip featured Hawaiian music and entertainment. Great family activity.

Mellow, easy going tour of the river and Fern Grotto. I would recommend it. Easy to book, very helpful staff to guide where to meet up.

The boat ride was lovely and the Hawaiian songs and dancers were awesome. We were the last trip of the day on Thanksgiving and staff were anxious to get home. No one can have a bad time on this excursion.