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All Reviews for Waipio Valley Tours in Big Island
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Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Worthwhile tour
Reviewed by: Sophia
Pros: It was worthwhile to do this tour to see the entire Big Island all in one day, without having to do any driving. Adam was very informative and shared many Hawaiian mythical stories along the way. Enjoyed the extra stops at the bakery for Malasadas, the driver got us all plain ones, and the fruit stand we stopped at, at the end.
Cons: many errors due to the fact that Veltra books the tour, through the Hawaii Activities, but they don’t run the tour. So the lunch options were not the options listed when we booked. They called to clarify the meals for our group and still got the lunches completely wrong. No chicken on the salads, not enough sandwiches and too many plain veggie salads. Also, we booked a private tour. We booked a private tour. The website said private tour up to 10, we had 9, so we were under the impression we would be the only group on the tour. This was not the case! There was a group of three in the van when it arrived to pick us up. And the other group had much better looking lunches than ours for some reason. Another disappointing thing was that it was rainy and cold for the volcano portion of the tour. Our tour guide informed us that rainy weather is very very common at the volcano park and near Hilo. We were all dressed for warm weather and we were all freezing for a large part of the tour. Our van had 6 rain jackets, but 12 passengers. It would have been very helpful if the person that called to confirm the tour would have told us there is a chance it might be rainy. One last thing, we accidentally left some candy purchases on the tour bus, we called the company, but have not heard back about retrieving these purchases.
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| Packages: | Private Tour from Kona/ Kohala (up to 10 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/04 |
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
Great packed one day tour of Big Island!
Reviewed by: Roxene Gascoigne
This was great! Gabby was our driver and she was absolutely amazing. She knew everything about Big Island and was so friendly. This is a nice tour to get it all in in one day.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/19 |
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
Kick off your vaca with this trip!
Reviewed by: Amanda
We had a great time with Jim! The trip was very informative and we learned much about the history of Hawaii. I would suggest taking this tour at the beginning of your vacation so that you can explore in-depth some of the places we visited. The winery and tea tour was amazing! I learn so much about tea and the winemaking process in HI!
Thanks so much!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/12 |
Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Wonderful tour and guide!
Reviewed by: Mary A.
Hank was a wonderful guide and truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a great day! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting an introduction to the island!
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| Packages: | Private Tour from Kona/ Kohala (up to 10 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/05 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Fun and Friendly
Reviewed by: MSAL
We had a blast with the sightseeing tour. The driver was very friendly and took us all around the beautiful valley. Comfortable ride.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/11 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
The Best of the Valley
Reviewed by: Dee & Jake
I’ve taken this tour before and knew my family from the mainland would enjoy it as much as I did. They LOVED the tour from the very minute they met our guides, Chico and Tracy. We got the best of everything that day: weather, horses, views, guides and Hawaiian experience. We appreciated the high spirited personalities and the great knowledge Chico and Tracy, valley residents themselves, shared with us of life in the Valley of the Kings from times past to the life of today’s Hawaiian families. I don’t want to give any more details so it will be your own special experience. I guarantee you’ll have FUN and if you don’t, well then, you just don’t know how to have fun!
‘Oe! Chico! Tracy! A hui hou!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Ride |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/02 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
The best adventure on the big island! Just do it
Reviewed by: M.S.
The best adventure on the big island! We did everything: a helicopter ride, volcano national park, zip lining, snorkeling, swimming with manta rays and this horseback ride through the beautiful waipi'o valley was our favorite activity, hands down. Micah and Eta were excellent and chill guides and just let us get our zen on with the ride while also providing info about all the fruits growing around us.
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| Packages: | Morning Ride |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/29 |
Waipio Valley Waterfalls & Horseback Riding Tour with Naalapa Stables [Closed]
good riding at Waipio Valley
Reviewed by: Smith
We had a great guide named is Grace. She knows about Waipio Valley and provided great service and information for us. Waipio Valley is a beautiful and historic place and I really wanted to visit. We had a great time.
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| Packages: | Waipio Horseback Ride & Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/04 |
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
Great tour
Reviewed by: Jayjay
I went solo. There were 2 tour guides. They were informative and funny. I threw up because of road sick and maybe too much caffeine and food coma in the morning (I assumed - I ate my bf&coffee b4 the tour started and ate their bf & tasted their coffee again). The lady guide took care of me well. Other people in the trip were nice too. Some lady gave me a motion sickness pill and some lady asked me how I was feeling. Thanks!
We went to 6-7 places. I like the black sand beach the most. Walking through the volcano tube was fun. But another volcano attraction was not I expected because we couldn’t get too close to the volcano. It was dangerous Lol. So I couldn’t get a clear pics of the crater.
Big island is a black island (in my opinion) because of dry black lava spreading all over the island.
They picked me up in the morning and dropped me off at the Kona airport in the evening. I flew for a day trip. Call them when you arrived at the airport. They need a reminder. I think my tour guides were Gary and Gabbie. I bought this trip to celebrate my bday. Great serviceThank you!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/27 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Waipio Valley
Reviewed by: Laura
Our trip was amazing! Our guide was very knowledgeable and we had a wonderful time!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/26 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
Memorable horseback riding in a uniquely Hawaiian setting
Reviewed by: tweist
We greatly enjoyed our morning horse ride in the Waipio Valley. Our guides are local residents of the valley who are very proud of the history and the culture. The horses were calm and very sure footed. The lack of in depth introductions about the history and culture of the valley and the unpredictable weather in the valley were largely compensated by the hospitality of the guides, the almost mystic atmosphere of the majestic valley, and arrays of exotic flora of the fertile valley floor. I wish the black sand beach was part of the tour. I might be asking too much but horse riding on the black sand beach could be the highlight of a perfect tour!
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| Packages: | Morning Ride |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/15 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Beautiful experience
Reviewed by: Supria
Kaleo our guide was wonderful. He was very informative and being a resident of the valley, getting a tour from him was excellent.
He was very kind to take pictures for us.
The valley is breathtakingly beautiful. The trip down and up the valley was full of facts.
I highly recommend it.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/08 |
Waipio Valley Waterfalls & Horseback Riding Tour with Naalapa Stables [Closed]
A very special experience
Reviewed by: Andrea from Hilo
Pete and Kiera were outstanding guides for this sweet stroll through the back roads of the sacred land of Waipio Valley. I am a former horse owner and have ridden for years, and found my horse well cared for and responsive.
My friend loved the experience too! He is an intermediate rider and the guides did an excellent job of helping all levels feel safe. The ride down and back up to the valley is part of the fun too!
Don't pass up an opportunity to take this ride while you are on this beautiful Island!
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| Packages: | Waipio Horseback Ride & Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/06 |
Waipio Valley Waterfalls & Horseback Riding Tour with Naalapa Stables [Closed]
Gorgeous Ride
Reviewed by: Stefanie
Unforgettable ride through the valley. There were 7 of us + 2 guides (+ 4 dogs who tagged along for their morning walk!). Incredible views, and we lucked out with perfect weather. It felt like an adventure rather than a tour; our route took us through streams, and we saw many wild horses, including a couple of fouls! I came with my mom, who isn't keen on doing activities like this, but she loved it. Thank you!
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| Packages: | Waipio Horseback Ride & Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/03 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Fun family adventure
Reviewed by: Beth K
We had a great time with the family on this trip. Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. The kids really enjoyed seeing the wild horses.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/30 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Love Waipio Valley
Reviewed by: M. and C. Lee
My niece came to visit from Pennsylvania and loved Waipio Valley.
Douglas was a great tour guide and told wonderful stories. We learned about Waipio vegetation, including the beautiful Gardenia he picked for us. Douglas shared a story about how his grandparents ate Nonni, smelly fruit but healthy for you. Loved hearing about the people of the valley who do not have electricity but are hard working taro farmers. Mahalo Nui Loa Douglas.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/22 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
Great Guide, great view, great trip.
Reviewed by: tiger
Great Guide, great view, great trip.
We did it again after two days.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Ride |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/15 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
Great trip, great Guide. Decided to do it again after two days.
Reviewed by: tiger
Great trip, great Guide. Decided to do it again after two days.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Ride |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/12 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Magnificent views of the valley
Reviewed by: Jen P
My family really enjoyed this excursion and it was one of the highlights of our trip! We learned about this sacred ground and were able to capture amazing photos along the way! Hawaii’s largest waterfall, wild horses coming up to our van, and great family pictures were taken. Our driver, Daniel, was focused on our safety including following Covid safety protocols. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/16 |
Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Great way to see the Big Island in a day!
Reviewed by: Sandy and Phil
We were only on island for two days, so we had to make the most of it. Rich picked us up promptly and we set out with a total of nine passengers. The van was comfortable, and Rich had water and lunch ready for us, along with clean jackets and umbrellas for the chilly rainy segments of the trip. The drive was safe and pleasant, and Rich regaled us with information and stories. At each stop, he allowed us ample time and shared interesting information.
This was a wonderful day, and we not only saw the island but also learned a lot. Highly recommended, especially if you can get Rich as your driver/tour guide!
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| Packages: | Pick-up from Waikoloa Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/05 |
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Volcano circle tour
Reviewed by: David Embrey
Awana was awesome. He did a great job from the start by getting out group of 20 together in one van. His knowledge of the island’s as well as the big island was extensive. Never a dull moment he kept us laughing and taught us a great deal. All stops were as promised. Would do the tour again
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/10 |
Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
A wonderful addition to our trip to the Big Island!
Reviewed by: Aaron
We knew that we wanted to visit the Waipio Valley and this was a great way to experience it. The hosts were great and very knowledgeable. We were both beginners at riding and the instruction was simple and easy. We had a great ride. Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/02/13 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Tremendous experience and a lot of fun to boot.
Reviewed by: Mark Dyre
The guide was very informative and showed us all of the unique characteristics of the valley. Would take the tour again and it was a lot of fun for all eight of us.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/12/24 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Amazing experience - highly recommend!
Reviewed by: Mel Lee
What an awesome experience that was well worth every penny. Kaleo was a authentic, personable, and knowledgeable tour guide, who was born and raised in the valley. He shared not only the history of the sacred valley, but also stories of his childhood and information on the local wildlife. The tour met at the art gallery, where there are restrooms and parking (and yummy ice cream). From there everyone gets in a van as Kaleo drives the group down to the back of the valley, an area off limits to the general public. The views are incredible from the top to the bottom and back.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/11/28 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Don’t miss this tour of Waipio!
Reviewed by: Marcia from Alaska
I have brought my exchange students to the Big Island for 3 years and this was my first tour of Waipio. Kaleho our tour guy, being a life long local in the valley was filled with information about the history, biology and legends of this incredibly beautiful valley. So many stories and a safe comfortable tour. There is no glass in the windows in the 4 wheel drive passenger van so lots of airflow in the van. And he keeps a row empty between passengers. Everyone wears masks and sanitizes.
Also the store where you meet up has amazing art, books, music and incredible ice cream!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/11/13 |
ワイピオ渓谷 乗馬ツアー ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ワイピオ・オン・ホースバック
渓谷美を堪能
Reviewed by: だだだ
事務所の場所がナビでも分かりにくかったですが 途中のジュース屋さんが詳しく教えてくれたので到着できました。急斜面を4駆で谷底に降りて フレンドリーな馬たちに乗ってワイピオ渓谷の川をわたったり、森の中を抜けたり、安全にでき鞍のクッションがいいのかそんなに足（股間）も痛くなかったです。ただ馬の速度がまちまちでガイドさんについていけず、後半は離れてしまって説明が聞き取れず残念。馬さんなので歩調を合わせるのは難しいのかな・・・
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| Packages: | 午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/11 |
ワイピオ渓谷 乗馬ツアー 絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ
神秘の谷
Reviewed by: Ken
５年前に10才の子供を含め3人で送迎付きで利用して、感動！
2年前は雨模様で谷増水ツアー送迎中連絡で中止。
今回は現地集合をお願いしカイルアコナから1.5時間、良い子(馬たち)と会話(心で)しながらオフロードの川を渡ったり、トランペットフラワー、タロ芋水田、神秘の谷。馬は良い子Waka列を離れては草を食べ50cm位登りまた草、前の馬を追い越そうとする！そんなWakaすべてに感謝。
Ken様
この度は体験談をご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
ハワイ島のワイピオ渓谷をお楽しみいただけたようで大変うれしく思います。
より密に自然や動物と触れ合うことができるのもハワイ島の魅力ですね。
またのご利用をお待ちしております。
VELTRAカスタマーサービス
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/13 |
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Island tour
Reviewed by: Steve and Michelle
We had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide Daniel was excellent. Informative and witty. We highly recommend this complete island tour. The steam vents at Volcanos National Park highlighted the day!!.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/14 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
My guide was born and raised in the valley!
Reviewed by: Bbbbbbb
Friendly, knowledgeable, flexible.
Try to sit on the right hand side on the way down!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/15 |
ワイピオ渓谷 乗馬ツアー 絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ
よかった
Reviewed by: shi
大自然の中の乗馬 初めての体験でした。
たまたま、日本人ツアーと一緒になったのでガイドさんによる馬の扱い方などを最初から最後までお世話になることが出来ました。
shi様
この度は体験談をご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
素敵なお写真ですね。
初めての乗馬をハワイ島で体験いただき、楽しんでいただけたようでうれしく思います。
またのご利用をお待ちしております。
VELTRAカスタマーサービス
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/08 |
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Thank for your 5 star review. The windows on the van have been removed for a richer experience. Mahalo Gary