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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
A Relaxing and Enjoyable Trip with Good Food but Mediocre Snorkeling
Reviewed by: Kathy M.
On the whole, I'm glad I went. It was a lovely day, the boat was comfortable, and food great. The trip included a plant-based breakfast and lunch, with Kona coffee and alcoholic drinks available for purchase. The boat stopped twice on the way out so our guide could explain what we were seeing along the shore.
All the staff members were delightful and took good care of us.
Unfortunately, Kealakekua Bay did not offer the variety of sea life I experienced in other Hawaiian locations. I wonder if the reef has been affected by global warming. My prior experiences were 20 years ago, so things may be different now.
My experience was complicated by the fact that the corrective face masks were only available in a medium, which was too large for me. Consequently, I had major water leakage and was unable to spend much time snorkeling. One of the staff explained that supply chain problems have limited the availability of corrective masks. That's a good reason for bringing your own!
My sister, who had her own mask, explored more widely and commented on the relative scarcity of sea life, although she did see one kind of fish that was new to her.
Nevertheless, the trip was fun. I enjoyed my run down the slide - my sister's dared me to do it!
A number of snorkeling tours go to Kealakekua Bay. I looked at the other tour boats there and concluded that ours was the best. All in all, it was a great way to spend the morning. (Did I mention that both breakfast and lunch were delicious?)
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/07 |
ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング＆シュノーケルリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／食事付き＞
スリル満点！
Reviewed by: ホヌホヌ
とにかく高速ボ－トのスピードが迫力満点！走行中は必死につかまってる状態でしたよ〜。海風が心地よく遊園地のアトラクション気分で楽しめました。英語ガイドだけでしたが不安はありませんでした。ひと味違うシュノ－ケリングツアーを求める方に是非おすすめします。
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| Packages: | 4時間コース |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/05 |
ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー 滑り台や飛び込み台完備の船で行く！＜午前・午後／英語ガイド／食事付＞by フェアウィンド号
きれいな海に感動❗
Reviewed by: ヨッピー
参加したのは、台風の影響がある８月９日でした。ワイコロアに宿泊していたので強風で白波も立っていたので、これは中止かな？と思いながら港に向かいました。ところが、ケアウホウ湾の方はとても穏やかで快晴☀️、素晴らしい景色と海の青さに感動的しました。私たちのような還暦近くの夫婦でもとても楽しめるツアーでした。スタッフの皆さんが明るく親切で１日楽しかったですハワイ島は、場所によってずいぶんとお天気が違うので不思議でした。
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| Packages: | 9:00出港（シュノーケル2.5時間） |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/09 |
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Gorgeous Bay
Reviewed by: Kara
Fun and sunny day on the gorgeous Captain Cook bay!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/25 |
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Great Excursion!
Reviewed by: Jen
We loved this excursion! The Boat & staff were excellent! Snorkeling was amazing (tons of fish, turtle & an eel) & the boat with the slides & high dive were so fun for my kids!! This was our favorite hawaiin excursion!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/01 |
ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾 シュノーケリングツアー ＜軽食付き／英語ガイド＞
楽しかったです！
Reviewed by: Choco
ハワイ島の最高の天気の中、素敵な時間を過ごせました！
最初にイルカを見つけに沖合に出ましたが、残念ながら会えませんでしたでもゴムボートでスピード出して進むのでとても気持ち良かったです！
シュノーケルも綺麗でした。沖縄のケラマとかの方が魚の種類は多いかな？透明度は25mくらいあったと思います！
小1時間シュノーケルした後に戻りながら海岸線の溶岩洞窟の説明などもしてくれました。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/22 |
ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー 滑り台や飛び込み台完備の船で行く！＜午前・午後／英語ガイド／食事付＞by フェアウィンド号
ゆっくり自由に楽しめました
Reviewed by: J&P
天気にも恵まれ、とても充実したシュノーケリング体験ができました。今までいろんな場所で経験しましたが、たっぷりな時間で、ゆっくり自由に楽しめるのがGood でした
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| Packages: | 14:00出港（シュノーケル1.5時間） |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/22 |
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Excellent Family Snorkel Tour
Reviewed by: Kathleen B
We went on the afternoon tour with 8 in our family ranging in age from 4 to 65. Most had no snorkeling experience. Everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The crew were so friendly and helpful! We were impressed with their safety precautions, including all of the crew being certified lifeguards and were watching out for everyone the entire time we were in the water. The water was pristine and we saw so many varieties of fish and even saw an eel. The coral was beautiful, too.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [3.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/20 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Beautiful!
Reviewed by: Isabella
The boat ride was so much fun and such an adrenaline rush. The waters were beautiful and perfect temperature for swimming. The captain and crew were so friendly and had so much information about the land. Would definitely do it again and you get so much for the price!
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| Packages: | 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/16 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Sea Paradise Morning Sail / Snorkel
Reviewed by: G-Rex
Great experience! This was a fun time on a very nice, new catamaran with a crew was friendly, knowledgeable and informative. Tho food was great and the snorkelling at the stop by Captain Cooks monument was awesome!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/25 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Worth every penny!
Reviewed by: Michelle
We are typically do-it-yourselfers and were initially skeptical about going on a guided tour. This tour turned out to be so worth it! Captain Brendan and crewmember Tuliz were very knowledgeable, competent, and friendly. We happened to see whales at close range along the way, and our guides made the most of it. The snorkeling at Captain Cook is magnificent. A fantastic experience all around!
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| Packages: | 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/12 |
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Highly recommended!!
Reviewed by: Or Peretz
Great crew, beautiful bay. The cruise ship was super equipped with everything you need to have a great time. The food was delicious, the snorkeling gear was great and the restrooms were clean. We highly recommend this tour!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/08 |
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Great morning snorkeling tour on a catamaran
Reviewed by: CGB
Delightful crew. Simple food always available. very well organized. Had reef-safe sunscreen available. Even had prescription goggles for me. Captain told great stories. A great morning's adventure.
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for taking the time to leave us a review. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/09 |
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Great experience!
Reviewed by: Megan
We had the best experience with our two five-year olds! They were both got a little nervous about the snorkeling and the crew patiently offered different options until they agreed to the kick boards with lenses. A big hit!! We saw a variety of fish and enjoyed the beauty (and history) of Cooke Cove The slides were also entertaining as the kids watched different people (including mom and dad) zoom down!! If you are concerned about the all veg breakfast and lunch, don’t be. As meat eaters, we all agreed the food was outstanding. To top it off, the Captain’s historical knowledge and witty comments made the ride to and from the coral reefs a lot of fun. We highly recommend tour!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/29 |
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Amazing
Reviewed by: Coartney
Great Capitan + crew! Beautiful views! Very clean and organized! Loved the history given by crew members! Would definitely recommend!!
Aloha Courtney,
Mahalo for sharing your beautiful pictures and for your wonderful recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of seeing you in the near future!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/16 |
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay
Seaquest Kealakekua/ Honaunau Bay Premium Snorkel Tour
Reviewed by: Onnalee M
Capt Steve and crew member Morgan were absolutely Wonderful! Made us feel at ease. I would recommend the wet suits to get the full exploration time in case the westher is a bit chilly. Just getting out of the Bay was a Pod of Dolphins 8 or more right at the beginning of the Snorkeling tour!! On our way to 2nd Bay, Capt Steve notcied a whale that was a bit out of the way but still took us there and ended up being a Mama Whale with her baby practicing breaching the water! How amazing!! The Snorkeling was filled with Gorgeously Brillant colors of multitudes of fish especially at Capt Cook’s Momument! We explored magnificant caves while Capt Steve explained the History of the Island and topped off with delicious healthy assortment of fruit at first Bay and much needed sandwiches at the completion of the 2nd Bay stop!! We even lucked out and caught a glimpse of s huge Manta Ray coming back into port. Absolutely Perfect Snorkeling Tour and very personalized with a small group of interesting people!! Thank you Seaquest!!! I will remember this for the rest of my lfe!! That’s what life is all about!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/27 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Beautiful Day
Reviewed by: Kara
Crystal clear waters, fun to go through sea caves, thrilling
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/12 |
ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾 シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／食事付き＞
期待以上に魚がみれた、シュノーケリングオススメ！
Reviewed by: emi
少人数でゆったり二箇所、透明度抜群な所でシュノーケリングを楽しめました！魚も沢山いて感激しました。
ソフトドリンクは何種類かあり飲み放題、朝食はフルーツとデニッシュ、昼食はサンドイッチで具材も選ばせてもらえおいしかったです。おやつにポテチもでました。日焼け止めも置いてあったりとサービスはよかったです。
参加者は20人ぐらいいて、日本人は私達夫婦だけでした。当然すべて英語なので、説明もほとんどわからなかったです。ただスタッフはジェスチャーでシュノーケルの使い方を教えてくれました。
とにかくケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケリングは綺麗で最高でした！ハワイ島に行くならオススメです。
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for your recommendation. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | 08:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/01 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
First timers!!!
Reviewed by: Anna
First timers snorkeling, we have so much fun and our guides very friendly and helpful
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| Packages: | 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/16 |
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Awesome day at sea
Reviewed by: Willner
Had a fantastic time doing the afternoon snorkel. The crew was helpful and shared interesting facts and stories about the island as we sailed. We had plenty of time to snorkel. The boat was comfortable as well with plenty of spaces to sit in the shade or sun. We also loved the fresh water showers to rinse off coming out of the ocean. We will definitely be booking with Sea Paradise again in the future.
Aloha Willner,
Mahalo for joining us. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time. We look forward to you seeing you all on your next visit!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/22 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Really great trip
Reviewed by: Andy
Everything is as promised. Great and professional crew. Catamaran was very clean and safe. Beverages always available at no additional cost (except alcoholic). Good continental breakfast and lunch with extra snacks available. We always felt safe and secure both onboard and while snorkeling. Crew added historical info throughout the trip. I highly recommend this trip.
Aloha Andy,
Mahalo for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkeling adventures! We are happy to hear of your feedback and recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us in the near future!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/11 |
Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
Two fantastic private cruises! Thank you Aloha Kona Tours!
Reviewed by: Jim Nicholl
We prefer private charters and snorkeling trips and Aloha Kona Tours did not disappoint. We had such a good time on our Sept 9th cruise we booked a night time Manta Ray cruise the very next day!
On our first cruise we got to see turtles and dolphins and actually got to snorkel with a 25 foot whale shark. It was outstanding! The Captain is excellent and the Crew is very friendly and knowledgeable! The Captain was accommodating to our request for our outing to make the trip very personalized.
On our second night Manta Ray cruise we enjoyed a stunning sunset cruise and tour of the city from the water. Then we snorkeled with the Manta Rays for about 30 minutes. They have all the gear and the Crew was so accommodating. Three of us got in the water and swam with the Rays and our fourth person was a little shy but the Crew made sure she got to see the Rays up close without leaving the boat.
Both trips were truly unforgettable and amazing! The boat is beautiful and comfortable.
Thanks Aloha Kona Tours,
Jim, Jodi, Debye and Larry
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| Packages: | 4-Hour Private Morning Snorkel Charter (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/09 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Great trip!
Reviewed by: TRK
A smooth sail and comfortable ride. The crew was very professional and knowledgeable. I didn't think I'd want a pool noodle...but get the pool noodle. It helps alot unless you plan to free dive. The food and drinks were good and sandwiches are fine for a boat trip. Don't expect fine dining. Plenty of room on board, even if you feel it might fill up with guests. The crew was there to keep the boat clean as well. I'd recommend getting there early for parking, as there's only street parking and you might have to walk to get to the launch. Beautiful boat. Enjoyed the trip! Thanks!
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing your experience with us! We do also agree with taking as many pool noodles as you would like. It's called a "vacation" for a reason. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island! Until then, A Hui Hou and safe travels!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/02 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Perfect ocean day!
Reviewed by: Jess
Our guides were wonderful! They were knowledgeable and very friendly which made our experience that much better. The snorkeling spots were on point, and they give clear and concise directions on how to proceed at each location. Our group was small and intimate which I found ideal.
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| Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/17 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Amazing experience
Reviewed by: Laurie H
I went on the deluxe snorkeling trip with my husband and five of my young adult children. We all loved it! Captain Steve did a fantastic job showing us sea caves and other interesting sites. We ended up in the midst of a pod of dolphins and saw some pilot whales. For all of us it was our first time snorkeling and Captain Steve and his crew made our first experience incredible. They even helped my son who can’t swim get comfortable with snorkeling using a life vest and noodle so by the second snorkeling stop he was a pro. We saw so many fish, eels, and a few sea turtles. I truly can’t say enough good things about the crew and the whole experience. One of the best of my life! I will definitely return!
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| Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/13 |
6名限定！ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー＜午前／英語ガイド／軽食付＞
残念
Reviewed by: kkk
イルカは全く見れなかった、むしろツアーに含まられていたか怪しい。
2時間シュノーケリングして終わりました。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/06 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Great adventure
Reviewed by: Steve
The whole crew was outstanding. So helpful, knowledgeable, courteous, personable. We had a great time. Thanks so much to Seaquest!!! Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/28 |
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Great crew!
Reviewed by: Reif family
Friendly, attentive and courteous crew! Good selection of beverages and fresh fruits and snacks were good (kid friendly). I liked that I saw the crew wiping down all the rails and high touch surfaces after the last group/ before we boarded. Saw some dolphins and plenty of fish, and a couple of flying fish! The crew and captain were very informative about the reef and preserving the reef life. One member even informed a kayaker that he was too close to the reef and could damage it. Will book with them again our next round.
Aloha Reif family,
We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful day out on the water. We look forward to making more memories with your family in the near future!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/09 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Turtles and Dolphins!
Reviewed by: Ashton H
We got to see a turtle and a pod of like 15 dolphins we learned were currently in a half conscious state and they can basically auto-swim!
Boat was a little crowded with the kids on board. Would prefer an option with adults only as they were a little much for our honeymoon.
Overall great time! The cooled lava caves were very cool and go up all inside the big island!
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/30 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
An incredible adventure!
Reviewed by: Grace
An incredible adventure for the family and I! I knew I wanted to see the Captain Cook memorial but I never anticipated such an immersive aquatic experience.
Mahalo Nui Loa for the wonderful review. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/16 |
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Aloha G-Rex,
Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and sharing your lovely photo. We hope to see you soon!