Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Absolutely amazing snorkeling coral reefs, sea caves, history ... just outstanding! Thanks to Captain Liam and crew for a truly memorable experience.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Cody
This was an awesome experience. I would go again and again.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Kris
The kids loved this!!! I was afraid I might bounce out but it was fun!!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Carol Smith-Knoxville, TN
We saw sperm whales, pilot whales and spinner dolphins in addition to fantastic snorkeling. Our Captain Chuck was exceptional. He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He went out of his way to show us a great time.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Tracey K.
Our family did the Afternoon cruise and it was fantastic! There was something for everyone...snorkeling, slides, high dives. The food was great, the staff was attentive and friendly and we truly enjoy the afternoon! What a great cruise for families! Thanks.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: SHARON FROM OKLAHOMA
THIS WAS A BLAST!!! THE BOAT WAS PERFECTLY SUITED FOR SNORKELING AND THE FOOD WAS GREAT. THE STAFF WAS VERY HELPFUL AND OFFERED GREAT TIPS TO A FIRST TIMER LIKE ME. IF I COULD AFFORD IT, WE WOULD HAVE BOOKED A SECOND TRIP. BUT OVERALL THE SNORKEL TRIP WAS ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE ACTIVITIES WE SCHEDULED ON THE TRIP.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: lari
We booked with the Fair Winds because one of us doesn't swiim and they made it possible for us both to share this amazing experience. Outstanding crew
support!!! It was sad to see so few fish but the coral beds were lovely. Well worth doing!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Ken F.
Capt. Deron Verbeck gave us a great ride and some interesting, cultural and scientific information. Katie was a good helper and very enjoyable. Good sandwiches. The snorkeling was fun.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Thought I booked a cruise snorkel excursion because we were new to snorkeling. What a GREAT mistake - we now know we CAN kayak AND snorkel!!!! Great Experience...
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Great Family Selection
great time. Amazing staff. Great with kids. Boogie boards with undersea viewers. Fantastic
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: llira
We absolutely enjoyed the Fair Wind Catamaran Cruise activity. The crew was friendly and very accomodating, the snorkeling location was absolutely beautiful and was filled with sea life and the experience overall was wonderful. Definitely recommend this activity. Will definitely repeat this activity when we visit the Big Island again.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Gina
Great experience, the staff was awesome and very informative. The spots we stopped by were awesome and the view of the marine life was beautiful.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great value with the afternoon trip... We do this activity every year and always have a good time.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a great time, the snorkeling was amazing, the staff was great!
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Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great time! The staff was very personable and made the trip even better. Would highly recommend to others. Smaller boat and much better attention to detail for the customers.
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Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: David and JoAnn Judd
If you like snorkelling mixed with a little history, this trip is a must. We have snorkelled all over Hawaii and this is as good as it gets. The water is crystal clear, the coral is beautiful, and the fish, turtles, and spinner dolphins just complete a perfect day! Captain Ken tells you all about the monument and the events that led to Captain Cook's demise. As we arrived at Captain Cook, we found ourselves in the middle of a pod of well over 150 spinner dolphins who were playing in the area that day. They remained there the entire day! And on the ride home, we had a lot of fun mixed with several stops at caves or other points of interest where Ken would tell you the 'story' or explain the legend! This was just a great trip to a beautiful location. We will do it again the next time we am on the Big Island!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: James L.
The crews were very attentive, and the captain was awesome! A group of 4 of us went, and everyone had a great time. I would totally do this again! Thanks for the good time. Oh, and HawaiiActivities called me on the day before to remind me. Such a good service. Thank you!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: The Craig Family
Fair Winds Staff were very friendly and professional. Service felt very personalized even with such a large amount of people. Boat was very comfortable and we had a very pleasant journey to the Captain Cook Monument (our snorkel spot). Kids loved the water slide and high dive off the boat as much as the snorkeling experience.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: pmjenkins
We had a great time! The staff was very helpful, especially to my husband who was snorkeling for the first time. We would difinately do it again.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: John and Jenna
Staff was very knowledgable and friendly. We did the afternoon cruise and were amazed by how many people they fit onto the boat...it was huge. The snorkling was great and it was easily modifed for all ability levels from small (2 yr old) children, to the elderly. They do not provide life vests, but you dont need them. They do have waist floats if you would feel more comfortable. Great time
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Dan
Our family had a great time. I loved the diving board from the upper deck! Mahalo!
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Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: The Sharp Family
Everyone we talked to on the Big Island said that this was the best snorkeling experience in Hawaii. After taking an afternoon sail, I can see why. The simple answer is that it has an extremely awesome crew. They are both knowledgeable and very friendly. The snorkeling gear fitted well (and we were one of the last groups to receive ours so they clearly had enough to go around) and the snorkeling was great. My children enjoyed both the diving platform and the slide (and i did as well.) Mahalo.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a wonderful time last Thursday aboard the Fair Wind. The weather could have been better on our afternoon cruise; however, that is obviously beyond the control of the crew. The snorkeling was great and it was a unique way to see the coast (and to visit the Captain Cook monument without having to make the drive.) Best of all, the crew was fanstastic--organized, efficient and very friendly. It was probably our only Hawaii activity where tips were truly vountarly. Thanks for a great time.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was my first snorkel trip ever and I couldn't stop talking about it. The entire experience from the boat, to the staff, to the waters, to the history was amazing!!!!
I will definitely do it again!
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Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Kalelena & Kiana Lowry
After two weeks on Island and doing many things, we reflected on our wonderful adventure with the Fair Wind gang. From the Wahines at the check in to the crew on board an awesome time was had by all. We made friends along the way and had a much needed adventure you can't get unless you get aboard. The island is so beautiful from off shore and should be checked out by everyone in need of some true fun. The boat is clean and comfortable. The crew was really up for giving everyone what they needed and smiles and laughter where the results all around. We saw more dolphin on this trip than we did on an actual dolphin trip we went on. A win win in our book. We have a condo in Kona and go quit often. Fair Wind adventures have made a return client out of us on our future trips. Mahalo nui loa for all the le'ale'a (fun)!!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The crew was knowledgeable, informative, and willing to accommodate every skill level. They provided a narrative about the Captain Cook Monument and a quick review of how to snorkel for the experienced participants. For those with little or no experience they provided further assistance. The waters were clear and the coral was beautiful. We spotted several different types of fish too. The fresh oranges and pineapples provided as snacks were quite delicious after being in the water for so long. All in all this was a very pleasant excursion.
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Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a wonderful time! The staff was great and very informative. We would definetly do it again.
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Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: hoho
CAPTAIN CHAD AND BRANDY WERE EXCELLENT ENTERTAINERS! THEY KEPT US LAUGHING THE WHOLE RIDE OUT. WE SAW THE SPOTTED SPINNER DOLPHIN PODS WHERE THEY TOOK US SNORKELING. THE SNORKELING WAS WONDERFUL TOO. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME FOR US. MUST ASK FOR CHAD, HE MAKES IT GREAT!!!! PAY HIM MORE MONEY.
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Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This tour was by far the highlight of our Kona vacation - guide Karen was knowledgeable and friendly and put us at ease even though my sister was a first time snorkeler. She also gave a fantastic history of the island and everything we saw on the way. The best part was seeing a school of dolphins as we were kayaking to the first snorkel sight! I look forward to doing this activity again on my next trip!
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Birgit
First of all I would like to coment how easy it was to book this trip. Even so I made a mistake on the date, Fairwind Cruises had no problem what so ever to correct MY mistake and honor my booking for the right day and time. No hassels what so ever. when do you ever hear about that!!!
The day of our trip we arrived at Kaehou Bay and where greeted and welcomed in the most proffessional manner.Everybody was fitted with sanitized snorkel gear once boarded.Safty intructions where clear and to the point.Refreshments and snacks where plenty.
Staff was helpfull and informative. One of the guys even retieved a $100 dollar bill for a passenger that flew into the water. I hope he got a good tip, lol
The boat took us to Captain Cook Monument where there was incedible snorkling.
The ship had also a highdive and a huge slide. Kids had a ball.
One the way back to the bay delicious mai tais where served.(no host bar)
What an afternoon...............
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
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