Reviewed by: Oliver
The boat was comfortable, the captain was friendly and knowledgeable. We got a text in the morning saying that visibility was poor... and it was. We didn't see much. I don't feel like it was worth the price. Maybe a beverage, a snack or a little souvenir could have been included for the $50 we paid.
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2024/03/29 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/27 |
Reviewed by: T.M
思っていたよりとても寒くて30分も入っていられませんでした。でもたくさん魚がみれて良かったです。クジラもみれて良かったです
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Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/25 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Darren Steffan
Wife and I attended the Luau on February 29th, which happens to be my wife's Birthday ( yes she is a leap year baby) The Hosts took time out to personally wish here happy Birthday and all attendees sang "happy Birthday to her. One of the Best birthday's she will have.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/23 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/29 |
Reviewed by: Michelle M
We loved everything about this tour! The boat was comfortable and clean and there was plenty of room for our gear. The food was excellent. My husband and I are omnivores, but we thoroughly enjoyed the vegan lunch and breakfast! The snorkeling was so much fun and we were fortunate enough to have perfect weather. We brought our own snorkel equipment and fins, but the boat was equipped with all of that plus life vests, pool noodles, inner tubes, sun screen and anti fog spray for masks. Last, but most importantly, the crew was amazing. Everyone was so caring and helpful and made sure we felt comfortable and safe in the water and out. We will be sure to book with Fair Wind Cruises again when we travel to the Big Island.
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Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/18 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
Reviewed by: むーちゃん
今回は2度目の参加となります。子供達が絶対に行きたいと希望したので朝からのシューノーケルにしました。朝食と昼食が付いて2時間半、たっぷりと楽しめました。ありがとうございます
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Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/03/15 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/13 |
Reviewed by: David F
For us it was a true Luau. Not just a Hawaiian show. From weaving headbands to teaching hula dancing. The show was very personable with audience interaction. Food was very good, brought out to the table instead of a buffet bar. It was an all day affair for us. Went to Waimea Falls first and spent some time there and then to the Luau. MC was great. Highly recommend. We stayed on the North Shore so it was very convenient!
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Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/03/09 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/13 |
Reviewed by: Girls trip
I’ve done this more than 5 times and every trip is different and wonderful. Great way to see more of the island without driving. Love all of the employees. It’s a great experience. Last time in March 2022 we took three grandsons and son in law. Very fun trip. They have a fantastic time. This time I took a friend who had never been to island. We again had a fabulous trip. Thank you ❣️
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Packages: | Big Island Spectacular (1 hr 45 mins) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2024/03/08 |
Activity Date: | 2024/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Ayall
Decided to try this luau after researching luau options on the big island, and unfortunately it fell short of expectations.
There are three main areas I judge in a luau, and I'll expand on each category for this place; location/setting, food/drinks, and entertainment.
First the location setting. Although located at the Fairmont orchid resort, a beautiful and well kept property, the luau itself was "makeshift" utilizing cheap plastic chairs and tables and placed between the golf course and tennis courts, over a mile away from the coast with no sunset or real ocean view. Most other luau's I've been to are more like restaurants with permanent structures set right on the coast.
I had read rave reviews about the food, and while it too fell short of expectations - it wasn't all bad. I'll definitely give it credit for a large selection and variety, but the food was overall "meh." The poke, fish, shrimp and chicken were good but the beef and pork were awful. There was no actual hog roast; the pulled pork they served was clearly not from a recently dug up roasted pig - and it tasted disgusting; this was the biggest let down as you expect amazing pulled pork when you goto a luau. They lacked variety in drinks, so not much to choose from in terms of wine (only "red" or "white") or beers (a few cheap varieties in cans, no IPAs), and the mixed drinks were also limited in ingredients (for example, they couldn't make me an old fashion), but they had the basics to make most decent cocktails. My biggest complaint with the drinks is that the line was long and clearly a bottleneck only having 2 bartenders making drinks for the entire group. Other luaus I'd attended always had the basic drinks ready to go so you could grab a basic drink at anytime if you wanted.
As for the entertainment; also very meh. Not a big production (again, due to the "makeshift" nature of this luau), but it contained all the basic elements to not fall completely short.
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Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Elena M
Henry is a wonderful tour guide. He told us so many interesting things about Big Island culture, history, plants, geology, stars. He was great with the kids and took a good care of us all. The Rainbow fall was beautiful and the banyan tree nearby was insane! The star gazing was great even though the conditions were not the best (bright moon). For me the best experience of the tour was getting deep inside the cave - it was amazing, I had never seen anything like it.
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Packages: | From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
Reviewed by: 胆石おやじ
以前にオアフ島でホエールウォッチングに参加しましたが、その時はほとんどクジラに会えなかったですが、今回は早い時間帯から次ぐから次に見ることができました。
帰りには、船の周りをイルカが来て、ジャンプまで見せてくれて、最高のホエールウォッチングになりました。
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Packages: | 10:30発/ワイコロア港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2024/01/31 |
Reviewed by: David F
Had a great day on the water. Right out of the bay we experience whales breaching the water. Staff was well trained, everyone had their job and was on it. They were very helpful in and out of the water. Very knowledgable about the history of the bay and Capt. Cook. Breakfast and lunch was very good and served efficiently. Saw lots of species of fish on the coral reef at the Capt. Cook Monument. To finish the day we were entertained by Spinner Dolphins jumping out of the water. Highly recommend!
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Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/14 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
Reviewed by: David F
Great trip with Tyler being our pilot. Not only was he a great pilot he was very knowledgable about the Big Island and about things a vacationer would not know. Saw many whales and spinner dolphins.. Circle Island tour was a great experience! Support staff was great and gave us all the information needed to make the trip great, but also safe!
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Packages: | Circle Island Tour Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/13 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/11 |
Reviewed by: Sammy’s Mom
This boat was by far the best option for whale watching. We took my 3 year old son for his birthday, so glad we chose this one. Our captain was determined to have everyone witness all of the amazing sights of whales in their natural habitat including, breaching, Mom and baby, whale tail waves, even the smell of anchovy whale breath! Will definitely be doing this one again! This was the highlight of our trip, an unforgettable experience! Mahalo Hawaii Nautical!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [Holona Speed Powerboat] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2024/02/10 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Natalie R.
Such an enjoyable experience!! Nearly all the food items were gluten free ( I have Celiac disease). The only suggestion I would make is to not put the gluten free dessert on the same plate as the glutinous items as there is chance of cross contamination. The wait staff were phenomenal. Our waiter Geno was on top of all our needs. The performers were out do this world and the musicians with equal talent. Loved the experience and encourage others to attend.
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Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/02/04 |
Activity Date: | 2024/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Jan
A most enjoyable experience! Once we spotted a spout in the distance, we motored to it for a wonderful mother-baby whale show! Only recommendation would be to improve the directions to get to the check-in location on the beach.
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Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise [Sailing Catamaran] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2024/01/21 |
Activity Date: | 2024/01/19 |
Reviewed by: サリー
早めに受付をして、席を確保し、マイタイを飲みながら、開演を待ちました。同じテーブルの人たちと和気藹々。とても楽しかったです。ハネムーンカップルや、お誕生日の人などをお祝いしたり、ステージに上がってダンスをレクチャーされたり、とても楽しい時間を過ごしました。ブッフェスタイルでしたが、取りに行く流れをちゃんとスタッフの方がコントロールしていて、スムーズでしたし、とても美味しかったです。ハワイアンダンスは優雅で素晴らしく、司会のトークも受けていたようです。ステージの向こうの海、そして夕陽が素晴らしかったです。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/29 |
Reviewed by: えんぞぉ
あいにくの雨でした。どんどん雨脚が強くなりレインコートが配られ、気温も下がり、食事もずぶ濡れでほとんど食べられず、飲み物も2杯飲んだ程度。円安料金が気になりつつもハワイ気分を盛り上げようと予約しましたがコスパの悪い結果となりました。悪天候については気が回っていなかった。予約される方は天気のチェックをお忘れなく。ファイアーショーは見応えありました。
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Packages: | 一般席 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/01/13 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Marissa
My whole family enjoyed this experience! There were plenty of whales breaching and splashing all around us, they gave us a great show. The entire crew was friendly and knowledgeable about the whales and the catamaran too. I would recommend this trip to anyone during the whale season! We will do it again on our next trip. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
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Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise [Sailing Catamaran] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2024/01/10 |
Activity Date: | 2024/01/06 |
Reviewed by: ヤス
英語のみの解説、鯨は潮吹きと背びれが数回遥か彼方にしか見えず、期待に反して満足度はもう一つでした。船上からの眺めは最高でした。
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Packages: | 9:30発/ カワイハエ港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Kavya Ganapathy
The trip was fantastic and Ray was super informative. It was a beautiful night and we got to see a lot of stars and planets and the moon rising as well. It was spectacular and a must try for everyone! We thoroughly enjoyed it and I highly recommend it!! Also loved the hot chocolate touch at the end because it was quite cold on the slopes. The pickup and drop off was on time. The one thing that could have been better in my opinion was the food options and I also wished we had stopped somewhere to see the spectacular sunset. Apart from that, we really enjoyed it
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Packages: | From Kona & Waikoloa - Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/12/30 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Masa
シュノーケルポイントまで、うねりが少しありましたが、双胴船だったから揺れずにいけました。クルーも親切で楽しい時間を過ごせました。
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Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/12/30 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Balazs P.
An absolutely fabulous experience, feeling the wind while the endless lava fields pass by below our feet. Photos without glare, a dream!
High safety, perfect pax care, highly recommended to anyone.
Many thanks!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2023/12/22 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Megan O
We had 6 adults and 2 toddlers, this was the perfect activity for all of us to do. Short enough, interesting and interactive.
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Packages: | Kona Glass Bottom Boat Cruise from Kailua-Kona Pier |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/12/17 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Questing Beast
Fun and exciting. Nice view of the ocean and beaches. Saw lots of fish, a green turtle, an eel, and amazing coral. Staff was very knowledgeable. Of the two glass bottom trips I took, this was by far my favorite. was the one with the most fish.
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/12/13 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/11 |
Reviewed by: Kim A
We had such a great time! The crew was so nice. We had a great snorkel day, saw lots of fish. The water activities were a great bonus. The slide and platform were fun too! We went as a couple but great for families/children also. Had pastries and yogurt for breakfast, burgers for lunch, and cash bar open the entire time. I do wish for the price at least 1 drink could be included, but it was still a great time. We even saw some dolphins following our boat shortly before docking at the end
Thank you for joining us! We are thrilled that you had a five star experience!
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Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/12/13 |
Activity Date: | 2023/12/08 |
Reviewed by: MK姉妹
ハワイらしいショーが見たいと、妹と選んだショーでした。すごく沢山の参加者に驚きながらスタッフさんに案内され、その時の対応がとても良かった。風が強くてビックリでしたが 華やかなショーに参加できて、選んで良かったと思いました。素敵な思い出が出来ました。飲み物、食事、お出迎えのレイ素敵でした。
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Packages: | 一般席 |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/12/09 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Gonzalez
Staff, dancers, food and everyone involved was amazing!
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Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/11/23 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/21 |
Reviewed by: Ann
From the moment of arrival the staff was friendly and very attentive (we did pay for the VIP section and it was worth it for the service). The were almost too many food choices to choose from and it was all very delicious. The host was engaging and entertaining, the music wonderful, and all the dancers were great. We enjoyed that they were telling stories in their dance, not just there for show. Overall it was a wonderful experience, the only negative I have is location because you can't see the ocean from the luau venue and it does help the ambience we feel.
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Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/11/19 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Jacquelyn Ginter
I like that it was short, and that we were able to get on the water, we saw many little fish and a turtle.
The staff was excellent!
Mahalo for your feedback! We enjoyed having you aboard!
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/11/11 |
Activity Date: | 2023/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Grace and Reggie
The tour guide ( Dexter) from Polynesian Adventure Tour picked us up from the hotel on time. Very knowledgeable and very informative . He knows all the places and history of the Big Islands (Hilo). Patiently waiting for us to finish the tour. We really had a great time. We will use the Polynesian Adventure Group again.
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Packages: | Volcano Adventure Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/11/10 |
Activity Date: | 2023/11/08 |
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the boat and your interactions with our Captain. We're sorry that the ocean didn't cooperate on the day of your cruise, and that's why we sent the text prior to your arrival.
We've always tried to give our guests updated information about anything that will affect the quality of their cruise in time for them to reschedule or cancel their cruise should they decide not to join us. We appreciate your suggestions about additional items that can be added to the cruise, and we've forwarded your ideas to our Exec Team for their review.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou