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Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Fun Filled Evening
Reviewed by: Kara
Drinks were good, food was yummy and lots of, and the crew was really joyful!
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/04 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Fantastic
Reviewed by: Happy snorkeler
The tour was wonderful , the crew engaging, helpful, humorous, and knowledgeable , the equipment was fine, thoughtful snacks/drinks provided, and of course then there were the rays.it was a dreamlike experience.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/23 |
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
Excellent show
Reviewed by: Devina
The show was very entertaining and food was amazing! I would have liked the host to speak a little louder. The tables at the back could barely hear him. Otherwise, great experience.
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/23 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Best family excursion!
Reviewed by: Molly L
MUST DO-Our family comes to Hawaii every summer and this is by far the most magical experience we've ever had on an excursion!!! There were four manta rays swimming around us-truly awe inspiring! Our kids are 16, 14, and 10...ALL LOVED IT and said it was the highlight of our trip! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Aloha Molly! Thank you for joining our tour and leaving such positive feedback! We are so glad that your family enjoyed your time with the manta rays. We hope to see you again in the future! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/23 |
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 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
this tour is a MUST do,AMAZING
Reviewed by: ivan
OMG not even sure how to translate to words the experience on this tour
everything went smooth since the pick up, the tour guide assigned to us has so much knowledge about the culture, and the places.
you get a meal which is delicious to start the day, the the views from the sunset never in my life had experience something like that
then the cherry on top the stars, this was a life experience like never before you can see even the space station crusing the skies.
do not hesitate on talking this tour you wont regret it
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/05 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Outstanding guide, very informative and personable.
Reviewed by: NVGirls
Great experience. Amazing stars and view of the sunset.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/08 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
We saw a lots of Manta Ray!
Reviewed by: Chris Mak
People in bite me were very friendly and fun!
Highly recommend to join their tour!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/13 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
great evening
Reviewed by: Kara
i really liked this luau! right near the water and very productive evening
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/12 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Incredible! Definitely recommended
Reviewed by: LammyP
This was amazing! From our pick up point in Kona, our guide Kailikea (hope I spelled this right) was fantastic. He was so passionate about the trip and his home town it was so engaging. He's such a helpful, friendly and knowledgeable chap. I didn't expect to learn so much, but it was just the right level. 'Kea was clear about what to expect from the altitude and how to best manage it. We were lucky enough to see the Silversword plants by the visitor centre and then enjoyed our meal, included in the tour; veggie lasagne and chocolate brownie. It was a mixed journey up to the summit with some paved and some very bumpy roads but so worth the trip. We learned all about the different dishes and observatories and watched the beautiful sunset from the summit. We had to head lower for stargazing to avoid polluting the light by the observatories. We were awestruck by how many stars you could see, it was stunning. The powerful telescopes were set up and we were shown the visible planets and constellations/asterisms. Viewing the Edna carina nebula through the telescope was an incredible experience. I would 100% recommend this tour!
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/08 |
Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
Manta Rays! In YOUR FACE!
Reviewed by: P Burke
This is a great outfit to take you to see Manta Rays. The boat is a medium size so the group size is much smaller than the big boats. Crew are very professional and knowledgeable in the Manta Ray habits and behaviors. The boat ride to the site is short (<15 min) then it's into the water.
On our trip a single manta showed up after about 5 minutes in the water. As the sky darkened the plankton seemed to multiply and the show really began. The single ray made several passes within inches of our masks. Then another showed up and it was like a graceful dance being performed right beneath you. Another two rays showed up and things really got interesting. What fun watching that ballet!
Afterward, hot soup and warm drinks helped fuel the conversation with the other participants. A most delightful and memorable experience.
P. Burke
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/10 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Wonderful experiences with great hospitality
Reviewed by: Nobu
I joined the tour with my wife, and we were a bit nervous as we worried about altitude sickness before we joined. However, we did not need to worry too much. The guide was so professional, and he made us relax in the large van of Mercedes-Benz. In addition, the distributed dinner, hot lasagna and chocolate cake helped us get adjusted in the rest area before we were elevated to the summit. In astronomical observation, I was able to see two shooting stars. I strongly recommend this amazing tour if you come to the big island.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/02 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Saw lots of incredible Manta Rays!
Reviewed by: Brian Van Wie
Diego, Trevor, and Tamae were incredible! They were fun and upbeat and super helpful. We got in the water and we say more than a half dozen different manta rays swimming around right beneath us! It was an experience we’ll never forget!
Aloha Brian! We thank you for choosing Iruka and leaving such kind feedback! We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/27 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Truly fantastic tour!
Reviewed by: Joe
This tour was worth every penny. We loved the ride to the summit, the star gazing, and the wealth of knowledge provided by our tour guide, Maka.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/26 |
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!
Aloha G-Rex,
Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and sharing your lovely photo. We hope to see you soon!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/25 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Best thing we did in Hawaii!
Reviewed by: Daniel
The tour guide was inviting and very knowledgeable. The food was actually quite decent. The views of the sunset from the top were sensational, and it was near seeing all the giant telescopes.
But the highlight for me by far was the stargazing after sunset. It was only 80% visibility and the moon was quite bright but I've never seen so many stars so clearly in my life. It was really a sight to behold. Maka (the tour guide) brought a telescope with him and we saw a number of cool things close up, such as a globular cluster, a star in portions
Orions belt, Venus, and the Moon.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/25 |
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Wonderful experience going to Manua Kea summit stargazing
Reviewed by: Lil
Fernando was a great guide for our tour! We really enjoyed his commentaries and learned a lot from this trip. The sunset was amazing. The night sky was impressive, but cold. Bring winter clothes and layers if you can! They do provide a very warm parka. The dinner was yummy. Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/21 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
SO MANY MANTAS
Reviewed by: Big Bertha
This trip was great. Outstanding crew constantly catering to our every need and ensuring the best experience. Captain Trevor, first mate Diego and Joe and everyone else were so accommodating to all. Would love to come back and visit the mantas again!
Aloha! We are so happy to hear that you had such a fantastic time on our Manta Ray tour. We thank you for choosing Iruka and leaving such positive feedback. Come back soon! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/21 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Top 5 Experience of my life
Reviewed by: hq66
One of the top 5 experiences of my life! A must do on the big island. Captains Trevor and Diego were helpful. Storm was coming in so water was choppy. Climbing out of the water was the hardest part.
Aloha! We are so thrilled that you had such a great time on our Manta Ray tour! Thank you so much for choosing Iruka Hawaii Dolphin. We hope we have a chance to welcome you back on our boat soon. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/18 |
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
Great food & performance
Reviewed by: Deanna
Great food & performance. View of ocean nice. Validated parking. Food line went quick.
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/17 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Incredible, not to be missed, experience!!!
Reviewed by: JLC
This was such a great adventure! The crew was super nice, friendly, knowledgeable and gave us all the important information ahead of time. I am glad we rented wetsuits (the long sleeve, short legs version - $10), because the amount of time we stay in the water and specially at sunset, made it for a very cold attraction.
Nonetheless, we saw at least 4 manta rays, they were swimming around and under us for the entire time and it was such an incredible experience!!!
When we got back to the boat, we were treated to some really yummy hot chocolate.
Tamae, one of our guides, also had some pictures and videos that she shared with us!!
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining our sunset Manta Ray tour. We are so glad you had a great time and were able to see the mantas. We hope you have a chance to come back soon for more fun. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/13 |
Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
Excellent adventure
Reviewed by: Johanne
Excellent adventure, was very well organized. We enjoyed it alot and definitely recommend this excursion. The excursion was on time the staff was super friendly and informative.
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/22 |
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 |
Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
Lovely Evening
Reviewed by: Kara
The food was good, the DJ and our tour guide was excellent.
Aloha Kara!
We are thrilled to learn that you had lovely evening! Best to you and yours! We hope that you'll be able to join us again someday soon!
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/25 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Amazing
Reviewed by: Kara
Delicious food paired with amazing local Hawaiian talent. This was one of our favorite luaus on Big Island after a few past years of trying around.
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/23 |
Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
Absolutely amazing!!
Reviewed by: Todd
Fantastic crew, tasty food, comfortable cruise, playful dolphins, and a beautiful sunset!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/16 |
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Aloha! We are so happy to hear that you had such an amazing time on our Manta Ray tour. We love to hear about our guest's positive experiences. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo