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    Kauai Plantation Railway

    880 Reviews
    #3 of 21 things to do in Lihue
    Tours, Scenic Railroads
    3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-9505
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    Reviewed yesterday
    Highlight of our vacation

    Josh was the ultimate guide telling us what to expect from our tour from the very beginning before we boarded the train, making sure everyone in the group stayed safe during the hike in the muddy forest, and showing how to cut coconuts, pineapples, etc.,...More

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    Date of experience: February 2019
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    Reviewed yesterday
    Great Experience

    We took our daughter, her husband and our two young grandsons, ages 2 and 1, to the plantation for a train ride and the laua. They all loved it! The train ride was a big hit with the two year old. Both boys were mesmerized...More

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank marycU7339ZT
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Awesome safest most interesting place in Kauai

    Best of the best Sean and JJ and the general manager are amazing people. This place is awesome. Feed the animals enjoy the scenic views. A true gem

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Chris W
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Train 🚂 experience

    Thought there would be more information on the tour but the guide was too fast giving the information and forgot to tell us which side the trees were on. Loved the mansion and the shops they have set up in the home.

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Shallin J
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Nice overview of plantation and purpose

    Very informative and good narration! Highly recommend!! Feeding the animals was fun and there were even babies.

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Jill S
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Excepyional

    This tour was of exceptional value, IF you are interested in Hawaii at all! The info given from and agricultural point, info from a history point, info about the railway and info about the area all coordinated into a very well run 40-45 minutes of...More

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank flyamerican
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Animal feeding and run tasting

    If you are just going for the train ride, I would skip it. There is a nice looking restaurant that we didn't eat at. Enjoyed the rum tasting. Overall, pretty commercial.

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Craig D
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Awesome Train Tour

    Great tour! Informative and fun for all ages. Excellent commentary as well. We will be back! Thank you.

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    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Navigate44664651062
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Beautiful grounds

    My boyfriend and I went on this train trip mostly to see the animals. We would have paid the same to just walk to the animals and feed them for a bit. The grounds are lush and gorgeous. We heard some fun facts from the...More

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    Date of experience: February 2019
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Quick and simple

    Nice views and quick history of the plantation. Pleasant surprise activity at the end. Also was able to shop at various stores around. A bunch of elderly retirees were on board, some in wheelchairs. The excursion is wheelchair friendly. Great activity for a wide range...More

    Date of experience: February 2019
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    Pat A
    23 July 2018|
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    Response from jamesi03 | Reviewed this property |
    Not the plantation, but can rent car with just about all major rental car agencies. Hope this help. Enjoy your trip.
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    18 February 2018|
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    Response from judyandkarin | Reviewed this property |
    taxi or rental car. see if your ship has it as an excursion. we were not there on a cruise but know there are transportation options at the harbor. there is a short train ride or a longer ride which includes lunch, a jungle... More
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    Jeffrey L
    14 August 2017|
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    Response from Cristina O | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Jeffrey, I suggest calling Kauai Plantation Railway to see if you can park your scooter at the station and then ride the train. You can stay on the train during the entire ride or, if you can, you can get off when... More
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