
Smith's Fern Grotto - Kauai Hawaii
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teeoff2
N 22° 02.732 W 159° 20.430
4Q E 464864 N 2437905
A very nice boat ride and destination on the Wailua River on Kauai.
Waymark Code: WM62AZ
Location: Hawaii, United States
Date Posted: 03/21/2009
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During the two mile river journey, you'll hear songs and stories of ancient Hawaii - like the King's Highway, sacred Mount Kapu and the First Hau Tree. In addition, guest enjoy learning the hula during a lesson provided by a young hula dancer. Everyone gets into the act during the river cruise!
Smith's famous Wailua River cruise boats are powered by an ingenious rear-engine system invented by Walter Smith, Sr. The spacious, open-air boats provide excellent views from either side during the trip upstream.
The Wailua River is known as "the only navigable river" in all Hawaii. The river's fresh water pours down from Mt. Waialeale, one of the wettest spots on the planet. Lands along the river were the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birthplace of the island's alii or royalty.
At the Fern Grotto landing you'll enjoy a short nature walk through the rainforest to the lush Fern Grotto.
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.
The entire tour takes on hour and 20 minutes round trip.
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