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Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]
Great Cruise
Reviewed by: Tp3
Staff was great, sunset was great and nice way to spend a birthday.
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| Packages: | Kohala Sunset Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/31 |
Makai Speedboat - Kohala Snorkeling Cruise & Wildlife Watching Tour with Lunch
Fun day!
Reviewed by: Satisfied Customer
We had a good time and saw a variety of colorful fishes and sea turtles. Brooke and Faith were very helpful and did a great job. The lunch was good with generous portions. The directions to get there were a bit confusing as the turns are wrong getting to Gate 13. The docking area is near the restrooms.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/18 |
Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option
Blue Hawaiian Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight - July
Reviewed by: S. Rowland
Great pilot and staff - very warm and made us feel comfortable for our first helicopter ride. Loved all the sites, learning about the Island and seeing the transitions of the landscapes - so beautiful. We would definitely recommend Blue Hawaiian!
A couple thoughts:
- Can you add another bathroom to have the lines more manageable?
- You mentioned in the notes it can get chilly on the helicopter (thus I thought there might be open windows!). In fact I found it a little too warm. I relaxed and got comfortable, but found that info slightly misleading.
Thanks,
S. Rowland
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| Packages: | Big Island Spectacular (1 hr 45 mins) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/07 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Sunset and Stargazing Tour
Reviewed by: ElizD318
My husband and I, our 4 adult children, and their significant others had a wonderful time on the Mauna Kea Stargazing and Summit Tour. Everyone even liked the dinner.
Maka was a great guide. He picked us up promptly and was very friendly on the ride to Mauna Kea. We learned a lot about the surrounding area and volcanoes.
The best part was the sunset. It was like being on another planet and the colors were vivid and amazing.
Unfortunately, the amazing sunset was due to the clouds and it made for poor stargazing.
We were able to see the craters of the moon through the telescope and hear about the local names for some of the stars, in spite of the clouds. And I was glad we did not have to drive that windy road ourselves.
I would suggest checking on the cycle of the moon before booking and do not go during a full moon.
We still had a wonderful time and will never forget the Sunset on the summit.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/21 |
Spirit of Aloha Kohala Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch & Drinks - Hawaii Nautical
Do it!
Reviewed by: Gina and Zachary
The day on the Spirit of Aloha was amazing! Doug, the captain was great! He is fun and funny, and he made us feel safe the entire time. Faith and Cole are two of the crew that work on the boat! What great people! We saw a turtle, eel, and spinner dolphins who swam alongside the boat! I definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting to have a great day!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/09 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Amazing!
Reviewed by: Shalini Banerjee
This was the perfect ending to our Hawaii trip. It was awesome and the trip exceeded all our expectations. New even got to see Saturn and the entire thing was on time and perfect.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/04 |
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Best crew on the Pacific
Reviewed by: Adam H
Couldn’t have asked for a better trip. Capt Mike, Faith, Brandon and Rob were the height of professionalism yet still made it fun. They were knowledgeable of the area, sailing and were very personable. They made it their mission to make sure we were happy, comfortable and filled with liquid refreshment. Sunset was out of this world and different experience then watching it from land. You won’t regret a single minute on this boat!
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/28 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]
GREAT TIME
Reviewed by: Xiomara
This was such a fun and relaxing experience. The bartender was absolutely the best. Besides the fact that it was an open bar - he granted every request with the biggest smile on his face. The whole crew was absolutely great. Me and my girlfriends really enjoyed our time out at sea. the sunset was STUNNING. Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | Kohala Sunset Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/26 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Great way to see the sunset atop Mauna Kea and stargaze next to the welcome center!
Reviewed by: Nicole W
Gabe, our tour guide, was funny, patient and very knowledgeable! It’s a long drive there picking up all attendees and up the mountain. He did a great job sharing interesting facts and keeping us engaged throughout the tour! Plus he was a very safe driver given the rough terrain (4-wheel drive required to get to the top). At the very top Mauna Kea looks like Mars since no life can survive and was a surreal experience for this reason. Plus viewing the sunset over the clouds at the very top was breathtaking! Note we did not stargaze at the very top, since the altitude is too high and actually prohibits ideal stargazing because of prolonged altitude sickness and the fact it’s insanely cold after sundown (FYI it’s windy and cold up there, so wear layers - you’ll thank me!!). Instead we stargazed near the welcome center enjoying hot coco or hot coffee! We learned about the different constellations, etc. Overall it was a great tour and we’re glad to we did it!
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
Makai Speedboat - Kohala Snorkeling Cruise & Wildlife Watching Tour with Lunch
Great experience!
Reviewed by: Aga
Great experience, wonderful crew, friendly ! Would go again!
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/07 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Unique and wonderful experience!!
Reviewed by: Debbie
The Mauna Kea summit tour was a definite highlight of our trip to Hawaii. The ride up the mountain in the van was beautiful and rugged. Our guide was very thorough and attentive to the needs of the group. He was exceptionally knowledgeable of the history and cultural significance of this mountain. The view from the summit was amazing. The telescopes look like something out of Star wars. It is a most unique and unusual place. The star gazing was just phenomenal. We had a beautiful clear night with an awesome view of the moon from the telescope, as well as many other unique stars and constellations and night sky features. We were able to see the Southern Cross which I am told is very rare. On a negative note I was very unimpressed with the lasagna meal. Mine was not very hot, and the noodles were slightly dry and crusty on the bottom. However the hot chocolate and snack during the stargazing was a very nice touch. All in all the entire experience will stay with us forever. It is one of those things you will talk about for years to come.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/17 |
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Luau
Reviewed by: Angie
We enjoyed our time at the Hilton. We did two luaus while in Hawaii and enjoyed this one by far over the other. The open bar was a nice touch. Never had to wait long in line. I appreciated being served by staff rather than having to get up during the show
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/25 |
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Excellent!
Reviewed by: Char
The luau at Hilton Waikoloa Village was outstanding! The food was delicious, well prepared and all Covid precautions taken. The show was awesome, many different takes on Hawaiian dancing and singing. Appropriate for adults and children. I highly recommend it!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/09 |
Hawaii Loa Kohala Luau & Dinner Show with Open Bar at Fairmont Orchid Waikoloa
Educational and fun!
Reviewed by: brightangel804
Had a great time learning about Hawaii History, enjoying the food and show.
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| Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/17 |
Ocean Sports Kohala Coast Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar
Outstanding tour!
Reviewed by: Tiffany
Fabulous snorkel trip and sailing. Fantastic staff made it really special.
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| Packages: | Kohala Snorkel Adventure Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor [Apr 15 - Dec 14] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/19 |
Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Amazing experience and knowledgable guide
Reviewed by: Wade
Our family had a ton of fun gazing at the stars. Our guide Krystal was amazing. Her background in astronomy provided a unique experience. She provided so much information about Hawaii, the importance of the stars for Hawaiian navagation, and any other science questions our family had.
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| Packages: | From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/25 |
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail
Totally worth it!
Reviewed by: JC1
Awesome experience. Our tour guide Justin was the best!!
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| Packages: | Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/02/19 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Great Experience!
Reviewed by: Kim
We saw a variety of humpback groups, including a mother with a very curious calf. We even saw one breech a few times! Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Took a lot of questions from the group. We also saw a group of manta rays on our way back to shore! My 4 year old had as equally good time as his grandparents. Would definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/02/22 |
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Unforgettable!
Reviewed by: Kaiya Cruz
This was one of the highlights when mt boyfriend and I visited Hawaii. The crew staff was amazing and very friendly. We ended up being the only two people on the sail boat so it was nice to have it all to ourselves. Would totally do it again!
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/20 |
Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Mauna kea star gazing
Reviewed by: Carol
It was a unique experience. Rich, our tour guide was very informative. We learned a lot about the history of the island of Hawaii as he drove us to different must see locations like the cave, water falls, historic sites. We also learned about plants, volcanoes, fissures, and stars in a day! We saw nebula, galaxies, a couple of satellites, shooting stars and learned about so many other stars in our constellation! It was very educational! Really appreciated it a lot!
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| Packages: | From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/12 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
GREAT trip!
Reviewed by: Mickie
This is a wonderful whale watching tour. The crew is super knowledgeable and entertaining. We spotted a bunch of whales and had a great time. We would highly recommend this tour! Sam and Ryan are awesome!
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/13 |
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Throughly enjoyed the sunset.
Reviewed by: Mohana
Enjoyed this last minute booking that we did for the sunset watch extremely friendly staff and good service. A must do things for families visiting Hawaii for the first time. Great information was provided during this trip. All women's team did a wonderful job.
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/12/30 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Great whale watching cruise
Reviewed by: Kevin N
Had a great time going out on the whale watching catamaran. Free drinks was a delight as well. Getting to see and hear the Mama and her calf was just wonderful!
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/15 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
何度もクジラをみることができます！
Reviewed by: AkiP
1回だけでなく何度もクジラを見ることが出来ました。親子もみれて大変満足です。
クルーズの中ではスナック菓子やソフトドリンクが無料です。外で座っているとスタッフが欲しい飲み物を聞いてくれて持ってきてくれました。
酔い止めなどなくとも大丈夫な安定した日でした。
レンタカーで現地に向かいましたが場所はわかりやすく角です。車は路肩に止めます。
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/05 |
ハワイ島 コハラコースト サンセットセーリング ＜軽食＆飲み放題付き＞
ありがとうございました。
Reviewed by: タカカズ
天候に恵まれすべての景色に感動。
うまくいけば鯨を見れるかも！と言われていたが、期待しないでいました。
が、鯨出没。何度もジャンプしてくれました。これまた感動。船上では乗客が大歓声。
そして、サンセット。 これまた最高。
鯨・サンセット 動画で撮影しましたよ。
帰宅後見ても、最高！！
ちょいと残念なのが、軽食とあるが紙コップの中にスナック菓子があるだけ。
あとは会話が・・・
これは我々のせいですが、クルーの楽しそうなトークが理解出来ず残念。
この2点があった為『最高でした！』が押せませんでした。申し訳ありません。
とは言え、感動の連続。感謝しております。
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| Packages: | ワイコロア発（4月～12月上旬） |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/05 |
キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 水～土曜日10:30限定で日本語パイロットのリクエスト可能＜フライト100分／英語パイロット／ワイコロアヘリポート＞
天候も良かったせいかリムジンに乗っているようでした！
Reviewed by: yokky
今回で8回目のハワイ島でしたが、ヘリツアーによりハワイ島全容を観ることができて新しい発見がありました！
yokky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。
8回目のハワイ島もお天気に恵まれ、ヘリコプター遊覧をお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思います。
滝への着陸も弊社おすすめのオプションとなっております。
今のハワイ島が感じられる素敵なお写真もご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
またのご利用をお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 滝への着陸付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/22 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
連続ブリーチング見れた！！
Reviewed by: MAY
前日まで天気があまり良くなかったのですが、
当日は天気に恵まれたので、薬など飲まなくても船酔いはなかったです。
くじらは、遠くで何頭も見れました。尾びれ、背中、潮吹きも。
こんなもんかな？って思っていたら、突然目の前での連続ブリーチング！！
すごい迫力で、乗客みんな大興奮でした。
満足できた、ホエールウオッチグでした。
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| Packages: | 8:00発／ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/03 |
Kohala Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean Sports [Dec - Mar]
Great Excursion
Reviewed by: :-)
I realized last year that I had never done a sunset cruise while in Hawaii on past trips. After booking one for the first time last year it will always be on the list of things to do, whales or not. It is so beautiful and peaceful.
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| Packages: | Sunset Whale Watching Cocktail Cruise with Open Bar (Kawaihae Harbor Departure) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 水～土曜日10:30限定で日本語パイロットのリクエスト可能＜フライト100分／英語パイロット／ワイコロアヘリポート＞
空から見るハワイ島も最高
Reviewed by: Hirocy
足が不自由な家内にとっては、凸凹したところを歩いたりするのは困難で、健常者にとっては短い距離移動でも時間がかかったりするので、車での観光ではなく、初体験のヘリを選択しました。溶岩が流れていなかったのは残念でしたが、火口を上空から見ることが出来、その大きさに感動しました。また、鯨も見ることが出来ました。捜して下さったパイロットに感謝。日本語の出来るパイロットをリクエストしていましたが、他に日本人参加者がいなかったので仕方ありません。前日の午後は車のハンドルが取られる程の強風だったので心配しましたが揺れもなく快適。家内もハイテンションでした。時間が有効に使え良かったです。
Hirocy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。
ご家族とハワイ島のヘリコプター遊覧をお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思います。
ヘリコプター遊覧は陸路では行けない場所をくまなく、かつ広域で見ることができるのでおすすめの観光方法です。
また今がシーズンのクジラも見えたとのこと、いかがでしたでしょうか。
素敵なお写真のご投稿もありがとうございます。
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: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/21 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
親子のくじらに遭遇しました！
Reviewed by: T.S
思っていた以上に大きい船でした。スピーカーで説明してくれている方がいたのですが、全て英語であまりよく分かりませんでした。日本人のお客さんもほとんどいませんでした。船酔いが不安だったので酔い止めを飲んで出掛けましたが、あまり揺れも感じずにすみました。4回ほどくじらを見ることができましたが、当然のことながら、あまり近くに寄ることもできないため、遠目に見るだけでは、やはり迫力には欠けます。しかし、肉眼で見られるのは、この時期だけですので、見ることができただけで感動でした！
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/03 |
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your Whale Watch cruise for the Veltra Community (and us). We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got to see so many Humpbacks. We also appreciate your comments about our crew (we have to agree, Captains Sam and Ryan are both great guys, and we're honored they choose to work with us).
We hope we'll get to share more adventures with you next time you're in "our neighborhood"!
Mahalo