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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

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

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

Mauna Kea Stargazing Tour Experience with Free Professional Photos - Epic Tours

Amazing night!

Reviewed by: Monica

This was by far one of the best things I’ve ever done. I would do it again in a heartbeat if I was given the chance.

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Packages: Stargazing Tour - Starting times between 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/12
Activity Date: 2021/07/10

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

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

Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View

loved it!

Reviewed by: Eva and Johnnie

I loved this excursion and can’t say enough good things about it. The views were fantastic. It was really nice to see a different side of the island and a working ranch. The family that runs it are some of the nicest ppl. will do again for sure

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/10
Activity Date: 2021/07/08

Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View

Absolutely awesome!

Reviewed by: JDh

The 750 acre farm is beautiful, with spectacular ocean views. However the real highlight are the hosts. They are very knowledgeable about the land and Hawaii culture and history so you learn while enjoying the scenery. Cherry on top is supporting a local business that is truly part of the island. My entire family from ages 11-77 loved it. Highly recommend.

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/10
Activity Date: 2021/07/08

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

Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure

Great value!

Reviewed by: Abby

This is a fantastic zipline tour that is very well priced (with all the research I did on other tours, this offered the most zip lining for a better price!). The experience itself is so fun and the guides teach you about local plants and culture along the way, also with a sense of humor! Very fun trip and so cool to zipline over a waterfall.

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Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/06
Activity Date: 2021/07/01

Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View

Such a fun day!

Reviewed by: Kelly B.

We had a blast on the ATV tour! The tour started at the Waipi'o on Horseback farm. We started off going uphill, past a fish pond and up to a beautiful spot overlooking the water. My son loved passing all of the horses and cows on the property. Then we headed down to the cliffs by the water which was beautiful! The guides were so nice and told us some interesting things about life on Hawaii. I highly recommend this tour! Quick tip- You will get quite dirty by the end, so bring some extra clothes if you have other plans after.

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/05
Activity Date: 2021/07/02

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

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

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

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

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

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

Paradise Helicopters - Volcano, Lava & Waterfalls Flight from Hilo

The tour is not 60 minutes - closer to 50 minutes.

Reviewed by: Debbie M

We enjoyed the trip and thought we'd see at least one waterfall in addition to the volcanoes. After paying $670 for my husband and I, we were really put off by the "begging" for a tip for the pilot - the staff told us thee time about how to tip the pilot - felt it was really cheesy. We always tip and don't need to be told three times. Also, we asked about validating parking and were told absolutely not.
On the positive side, the pilot was very knowledgeable, took us over volcanoes and had was very skilled - we felt safe.

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Packages: 60-min Flight
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/28
Activity Date: 2021/06/25

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

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

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Awesome experience and wonderful guides

Reviewed by: Heidi

A must do when visiting Hawaii! Good for all ages?

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/24
Activity Date: 2021/06/22

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

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

Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Jeffrey Frye

Our favorite activity on our trip! The guides were funny, patient, knowledgeable and personable!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/12
Activity Date: 2021/05/21

4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise

Excellent Experience

Reviewed by: April from Dallas Tx

I really enjoyed my experience. It’s not just snorkeling but they had paddle boats, water tube, a mat that allowed you to lay out in the ocean. The lunch cruise had grilled hornet burgers with soft buns. The drinks were tasty! Crew was friendly but very strict when it came to the rules, however, everyone made it back home safely. Great experience with my family!

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Packages: Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/12
Activity Date: 2021/06/10

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

Fantastic time seeing the Mantas!

Reviewed by: Ray

I really loved the snorkel session and so did my mom. At first he was a little nervous about getting in at night but the staff were very nice and accommodating to help her in.

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Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/12
Activity Date: 2021/06/09

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Mnm

One of the best experiences that my wife and i have had!!!

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Packages: 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/10
Activity Date: 2021/06/04

ケアウホウ湾 シーカヤック&シュノーケリングツアー <英語ガイド/軽食付き>by オーシャンサファリ・カヤック

シーカヤックでの船酔いには気を付けて

Reviewed by: スミス

ツアー内容自体は良いものでしたが、シーカヤックで船酔いをしてしまい、洞窟まで我慢し到着したのは良かったのですが、気持ちが悪くて一足先に引き返すことになりました。8-10組ペアのシーカヤックが参加していますが、4組ほど早帰りとなりました。船酔いする方は、出発前に酔い止めの薬を飲むことをお勧めします。ツアーガイドの2人の方は、面白くてとても良い方でした。携帯で写真を撮りたい方は、ストラップ付の防水のパウチに携帯を入れて持参することをお勧めします。

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/09
Activity Date: 2021/06/06

Mauna Kea Stargazing Tour Experience with Free Professional Photos - Epic Tours

Kids Loved It and Adults Too!

Reviewed by: Tom P.

This was such an awe-inspiring tour! My kids ages 10,12, 15, and 17 were super excited after seeing this and after our entire Hawaii trip thought this was the best event we did. The guide, James, was so knowledgeable and clearly has a passion for astronomy and photography that makes this very enjoyable. Great photos and great experience. It was also the 2nd star gazing tour we booked when the first tour told us our younger kids could not go to the top of Mauna Kea summit because of altitude sickness. But this tour was very accommodating and it takes place at a lower altitude (more kid friendly) but don't worry the star gazing from this location is top notch! I didn't feel like anything was missing. We had so much fun!

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Packages: Stargazing Tour - Starting times between 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/09
Activity Date: 2021/06/04

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
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