Cruise Ship Excursion: Kauai – Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto

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, this garden island.

Spend a delightful day exploring the natural and cultural wonders of Kauai on this shore excursion featuring the magnificent Wailua River and Fern Grotto. As you cruise down the sacred Wailua River and soak up the serene beauty of Fern Grotto hear about the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birth place of the island's ali'i, or royalty.