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All Reviews for Kailua-Kona in Big Island

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Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters

Manta rays

Reviewed by: P.

The manta rays were incredible to swim with and the crew did an excellent job. You are taken care of the moment you get on to the boat until the moment you get back. This adventure takes you out with light boards to see the manta rays come swim around you. It was well done.

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Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/31
Activity Date: 2021/07/29

Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Awesome

Reviewed by: Jesse

I so wanna go again. Very fun and entertaining.
Love the food and music and dancing.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/30
Activity Date: 2021/07/28

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Spectacular adventure!

Reviewed by: Donna W.

Amazing crew who shared humor, but were extremely focused on safety and total enjoyment for each guest. Thank you Captain Scott, Bryce, and the entire Ikuka Team for this amazing experience. We will definitely be returning. Mahalo!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for joining with us and beautiful Manta Ray shots!
We are looking forward to seeing you again!

A hui hou

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/30
Activity Date: 2021/07/25

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Manta Ray snorkel

Reviewed by: Ninnette H

This was such an awesome experience! My family and I had such a great time. It was a little scary at first but you get over it really quick once you see the mantas! The crew was also awesome. They made everyone comfortable and constantly checked on us to make sure we were on in the water! 10/10!

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Thank you for your nice picture!
People sometimes feel scared first in the dark Ocean but no need to worry.
Manta Rays flip in the blue light is so beautiful.
Mahalo!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/27
Activity Date: 2021/07/03

Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Great date activity!

Reviewed by: Eileen

My husband and I had a great time on this sunset cruise! The staff were fantastic and the views were spectacular! Highly recommend

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/25
Activity Date: 2021/07/23

Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters

Great cruise!

Reviewed by: Jen B

Great crew, gorgeous day for a sail. Plenty of flying fish, dolphin sightings and even a few whales!

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Packages: 2-Hour Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Private Charter (up to 6 passengers)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/23
Activity Date: 2020/11/08

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Simply Amazing!! Best of my my things I have done on Big Island!

Reviewed by: Roxene Gascoigne

This has been the most thrilling adventure ever snorkeling with this big creatures!!! Loved it and loved the reggae music on the boat ride out to the snorkel area.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha
Thank you for your beautiful photos.
Yeah, Mantas are amazing!

Please come again.
Mahalo!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/07/23
Activity Date: 2021/07/19

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Best snorkel ever

Reviewed by: Sydnie

Brendan and Morgan were lovely, great story tellers and funny jokes. Overall 11/10 cannot recommend enough

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Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/23
Activity Date: 2021/07/21

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Manta Ray tour experience

Reviewed by: Paul Miller

First Ill start and say the Rays were awesome. So many showed up and the crew was teaching us facts while we were out there.
The beginning was a little different though. When we arrived at the shop it was very unorganized, the area to get a wet suite top was very dark and scattered, there was very little instruction getting on boat and captain didn't seem to really wanna be there.
I would pick a different company if we did it again.

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Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/07/18
Activity Date: 2021/07/14

4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay

Snorkel Review

Reviewed by: Paul Miller

Great trip. Our captain Liam, aka sweet onion, and Shay were the perfect host. They were funny, informative, helpful and the perfect host. Went to 2 great snorkeling spots, sea caves and saw dolphins. They also provided a great lunch and snacks. Definitely recommend this company.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/07/18
Activity Date: 2021/07/14

Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Great sailing

Reviewed by: Mary

Wonderful and fun crew! Enjoyed a leisurely evening cruise ending with a beautiful sunset.

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/17
Activity Date: 2021/07/15

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

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Once in a lifetime experience

Reviewed by: Emily

For a list minute booking, this experience was amazing. The entire crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw so many manta rays up close and personal. They are such majestic creatures. One of the best moments of our entire trip!

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Aloha Emily,

Yes, they are coming so close enough to touch!
We are so glad you enjoyed the tour and spend a great time with Manta Rays.

Mahalos

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/13
Activity Date: 2021/07/09

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Such a unique experience!

Reviewed by: Glenn

Crew was great, energetic and attentive. Such an amazing experience, I found myself holding my breath as I felt these magnificent manta rays swim under me.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/12
Activity Date: 2021/07/10

Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Enjoyed our anniversary at the Island Breeze Luau!

Reviewed by: Danielle

Show itself was pretty good. Food was just ok. Happy there was a kids food table. Disappointed there was a small desert selection

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/10
Activity Date: 2021/06/15

Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition

The highlight of our Big Island trip!

Reviewed by: MJUm

We stumbled upon Zodiac Rafting after getting declined at two other places but everyone in our group said they would have regretted going with anyone else!

First of all, they have all COVID safety measures in place. Temp check, all staff with masks, smaller groups so we felt comfortable and safe.

Second, the staff! Jennifer at reception was so sweet and accommodating. And Captain Collen, he’s the best! Knowledgeable and experienced without being overbearing or too chatty. Made sure we had the best ride, safe snorkeling trip, took us to special locations to see the Big Island in all it’s beauty and kept checking that we were having a good time and no one was uncomfortable. And they even provided reef safe sunscreen which we thought ours was but Captain explained it was not. They’re really passionate not only but people having a good time but that the natural life on the Big Island is protected and safe. We really appreciated that.

And let’s not forget, we had a private boat because it was just our family on the trip. So it was even extra special!

So don’t waste your time elsewhere. Just go straight to Zodiac people!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha,

Thank you for such kind words. Our employees really do love the jobs they do. We are glad the private tour fit your families needs and made you feel comfortable as we come out of such a long pandemic period. I'm sure your captain and crew really enjoyed your family and sharing just how special our island is. Hope to have you all out again as there are more places on our island to see and snorkel.

Mahalo,
CZ Ohana

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Packages: 4-Hour Deluxe Morning Tour (8:00 AM)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/08
Activity Date: 2021/07/06

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

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Awesome experience!

Reviewed by: Wendy

We went on the sunset cruise and had a great experience. The crew/guides were knowledgeable, fun and helpful. When we got in the water, they knew where to take us for the best viewing.
The Manta Ray's were so cool to see. This should be on your must do activity list. I would recommend it over a regular day time snorkel trip. However, next time I would do the later night time trip. The Manta Rays seem to be more active the later it gets.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/07/03
Activity Date: 2021/07/01

Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Best way to enjoy sunset in big island !!!

Reviewed by: Shankar

Great friendly staff. They took customer satisfaction to heart and made sure everyone had a great time. Loved it!!!

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/30
Activity Date: 2021/06/27

Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet

Great family activity!!!

Reviewed by: Shankar

Staff are super friendly and funny. Loved the experience of going to 150 ft inside the ocean and see the marine life !!!

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Packages: Kona Submarine
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/30
Activity Date: 2021/06/28

Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Daniel

Awesome crew, it's actually an advantage to go on a smaller boat with fewer people, highly recommended.

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Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/29
Activity Date: 2021/06/27

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

What a great experience!!!

Reviewed by: Brian My

Our crew was awesome and made the experience just totally rad.

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Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/29
Activity Date: 2021/06/27

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Manta dive

Reviewed by: Dude

Was lots of fun! Saw manta rays and enjoyed the sunset!

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/28
Activity Date: 2021/06/25

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Great tour!

Reviewed by: jrd

We booked this sort of last minute and were so pleased with the tour! The crew was great and had some very funny and entertaining jokes/stories. The manta rays were indescribable and it was such a unique experience. One major thing to note - we went in the middle of June and it was still very cold in the water, wetsuits are a must in my opinion!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha, Thank you for joining our Manta Ray snorkeling tour! We are grad that you had a great time with Mantas. Yes, since Manta Ray tour stars after Sunset, we highly recommend to wear wet suits during snorkeling. Thank you for your advice!
A Hui Hou.

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/06/27
Activity Date: 2021/06/24

Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Great review

Reviewed by: S. Ely

Wonderful experience! The captain and crew was amazing!

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/26
Activity Date: 2021/06/24

Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Haven

I would totally do this again! Such beautiful creatures!

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Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/06/26
Activity Date: 2021/06/24

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Incredible

Reviewed by: Mel

Never done anything like this. Is like a must do in Kona.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/25
Activity Date: 2021/06/20

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Memories for lifetime

Reviewed by: Phani V

We traveled with our 7 and 10 year old boys. The 7 year old snorkeled for the first time that morning and didn't really like it. The staff on this tour were very friendly and knowledgeable. They helped us get the way suits and pick snorkeling gear. By the end of the day, our kids were raving about the trip and wanted to go back and spend more time. Keep in mind, this adventure happens after sundown! You don't actually snorkel freely in the dark. You are holding on to a floating structure alongside other passengers while the crew circle around checking on everyone and helping them float. Watching the manta rays was very very cool... More cool than my words can describe. The waters were choppier than I thought they would be.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/24
Activity Date: 2021/06/22

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Snorkeling of my dreams

Reviewed by: Erika

Awesome and respectful Hawaiian crew members did chants, offerings and storytelling as we entered and left the bay. The sail was wonderful, and the crew was super helpful, watching my young son who decided last minute not to go into the water, so I had a chance to enjoy the activity.

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo for the wonderful review! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us again on your next visit!

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Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/23
Activity Date: 2021/06/11

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Awesome company and great experience!

Reviewed by: Quinn

Very pleased with our mantra dive experience. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and took charge to make sure everyone had the best experience possible. At one point a few children refused to stop kicking their legs in the water after being asked numerous times to keep still (or else they scare the plankton away and therefore mantas don’t come), after the children repeatedly showed they could not follow directions they were asked to leave the water, as to ensure a good experience for the other people on the excursion. Very much appreciated that. Also great snacks, and fun music!

Seemed to be a very special experience and we were surprised it is marketed as family friendly. In our opinion, only well-behaved kids over ~9 should come on this... otherwise there runs a risk of ruining it for everyone, or even hurting the mantas.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/23
Activity Date: 2021/06/21
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