Reviewed by: Stephanie
This tour was awesome! We would certainly book this excursion again. It was so nice to stop at the Coffee farm and learn about the interesting way they grow the coffee beans- beautiful scenery as well. Black Sands beach was amazing, so unique and picturesque. The nightcap was the best of all, seeing the volcano and its red glow..... truly amazing and something we will never forget. I definitely have to commend our tour guide, Derek, who was spectacular. He was very knowledgeable and I could tell he really enjoyed teaching us about the island and things we experiences and saw along our tour. Definitely a must do when you come to the island.
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Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/08/03 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/01 |
Reviewed by: Yvonne
The guides and the captain were all very friendly, knowledgeable, approachable, and helpful, which made the tour extra enjoyable and fun! We saw schools of little fish and minnows right in front of our eyes (they also occasionally ran into our hands and faces) and definitely saw a couple huge manta rays! Overall a fun tour.
Quick tip: wearing the wetsuit helped a lot, as the water got really cold when it got dark, and longer you stay in the water, the colder it gets. Also, would not recommend going the day you get off the plane, as my boyfriend and I got extremely seasick towards the end of the manta ray viewing. However, our guides and the captain gave us many tips on how to feel better and fed us with snacks and drinks.
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Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/02 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/07 |
Reviewed by: Steve
The whole crew was outstanding. So helpful, knowledgeable, courteous, personable. We had a great time. Thanks so much to Seaquest!!! Highly recommend.
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Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/07/30 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/28 |
Reviewed by: ninety seven
Jasmine, Brett, Alex and Micah did a fantastic job leading our group. We didn't see any dolphins, but we still had a great time. I highly recommend this. be prepared, because the web site is very misleading. Parking is very limited and you may have to walk a long distance after parking.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/28 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/26 |
Reviewed by: Christine
My husband, kids (11 and 13) and I ended our time in Hawaii with the morning kayak/snorkel trip with Ocean Safari. It ended up being our favorite adventure of our time on the Big Island. The trip includes a kayaking on the ocean and in to caves (weather permitting), snorkeling and the option for cliff jumps if you're brave enough. No experience needed! The guides tell you all you need to know about kayaking. They supply the snorkeling equipment, life vest, water/snacks and share the tips you need to know (like your sunglasses do not float so leave your favorites behind). So bring yourself and slather on the sunscreen for a great time!
Shout out to Alex and Brent, our guides. They were fabulous!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Chris Fischer
Wes and his partner did an awesome job. Wes was very professional and gave alot of information about the tour and the history of Hawaii. His partner is an amazing photographer. I would highly recommend this tour company
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/26 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Maiya
We had a great time with the deluxe volcano tour. Gary was professional, knowledgeable, nice and took a very good care of us and everyone in the trip. We had a yummy lunchbox and tasty three courses dinner with the nice ambiance. Lava flow at night was amazing. Thank you so much. Recommended!!
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Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/26 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Steph
Great knowledgeable guide, Fernando made the long drive up to the summit with a bunch of volcano facts and stories about the Hawaiian history. Absolutely breathtaking views at sunset in the summit. Followed by stargazing, we were told about and shown all the constellations, saw some shooting stars, the Milky Way and Saturn
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Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/24 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/22 |
Reviewed by: Clint W
Water was calm so kayaking was relatively easy. Water was beautiful alongside the black lava rock cliffs. We saw a large sea cave and those who were brave enough were able to jump off the top of it into the water. I’m guessing it was a 40ft jump. We also had a smaller cliff to jump from I’m guessing about 25ft tall. The snorkeling was good too again in calm waters. Very enjoyable and would do again. Wear plenty of sunscreen.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/23 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/21 |
Reviewed by: Patti
Wonderful night out on the water. Dominic was very charming while sharing his knowledge and experiences. Dave was also helpful and engaging. Thank you for the experience. Love to come back for a repeat.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and your interactions with Dave and Dominic. We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us.
We, too, look forward to your return!!
Mahalo and a hui hou,
Your Ocean Sports 'Ohana
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Packages: | Kohala Sunset Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/07/22 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Garrett
I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to do a fun and exciting ATV tour of the Waipio Valley. The tour guides were excellent. They took all the time to explain everything about the 750 acre property, the Waipio Valley, the ocean, the animals, etc. The ATV's were in great working order. We had no issues at all with them. The guides kept us safe at all times but we had a lot of fun!
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Packages: | 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/20 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/18 |
Reviewed by: Alyssa
If you are looking for a tour to give you a quick peak at some really fun spots with a ton of information this is the tour to take. Thia is phenomenal and gives you a ton of extra information like her favorite food spots, Beach spots, or any kind of recommendation you could be thinking of. She was so knowledgeable, engaging, and took extremely great care of our group. Couldn’t recommend it more!
Aloha Alyssa,
Thank you for your review, we greatly appreciate it! We are proud of our tours and the guides who take care of our guests on tour. Thank you for your recommendation!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/14 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/12 |
Reviewed by: DZA
Great time! We were four - My two teenage kids, my wife, and I. We loved it! Great guides. Very Safe. Great Views and wonderful vegetation. My wife was a little nervous before we went, but absolutely loved it. There are 7 zip lines and each one gets a little more adventurous.
Would highly recommend.
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Reif family
The boat fit the 5 of us plus crew perfectly with space. Captain Bambi and Mason were knowledgeable and took us to see the parrots and goats while we were waiting for the sun to set and mantas to come out. Those lighted surfboard really attracted the mantas, and the pool noodles helped keep our feet up. FYI be prepared to do the Superman pose holding the surfboard. Get a good arm work out. We saw at least 5, one even touched my youngest, which scared her but no harm. I wish the surf boards would have a camera to record all the mantas but otherwise great trip!
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Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/07/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Kelly
We took our young children on the tour (11 & 4 yrs) and the staff looked after us the whole evening. The kids had a great time and nothing was too much effort. Thanks Angeline for swimming us to the hot spot - what an experience!
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Packages: | Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/07/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Reif family
Friendly, attentive and courteous crew! Good selection of beverages and fresh fruits and snacks were good (kid friendly). I liked that I saw the crew wiping down all the rails and high touch surfaces after the last group/ before we boarded. Saw some dolphins and plenty of fish, and a couple of flying fish! The crew and captain were very informative about the reef and preserving the reef life. One member even informed a kayaker that he was too close to the reef and could damage it. Will book with them again our next round.
Aloha Reif family,
We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful day out on the water. We look forward to making more memories with your family in the near future!
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Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/07/11 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/09 |
Reviewed by: unknown
The zip team was great! They are confident with what they are doing. Location and the falls were awesome! Great job you guys!
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/09 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Vivi
Helicopter tour was great and love the personalized video. 50 minutes tour was not enough.
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Packages: | Standard Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/09 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/14 |
Reviewed by: Valerie
The whole experience was great from start to finish! The guides and driver were kind, hospitable, very funny and knowledgeable about the history of the area and most importantly, zip lining! The course lines get increasingly longer as you progress, so I felt very comfortable with zip lining by the time I was going for longer distances and higher heights. The views of the waterfalls were breathtaking and the absolute best way to see these beautiful sites. This was a 10/10 for me!
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/08 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/06 |
Reviewed by: Kelly b
We had a great time kayaking in the ocean. The scenery was absolutely beautiful along the coast. The weather was warm and the ocean water was refreshing. The kids enjoyed the cliff jumping. The sea cave was cool and the waves were moving us inside which was wild but fun. In all this was a great event. Our guide was friendly, informative and kept us safe.
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Packages: | Dolphin Watch Kayak & Snorkel Sea Cave Tour [4 hours] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/08 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/30 |
Reviewed by: Cortney
Overall this tour was the highlight of my trip to the big island (night swimming with mantas came in a close 2nd). It was super interesting and well paced. Our guide, Derek, really made the trip: he was informative, jovial, and generally lovely without being too jokey or overly pedantic, which really hit the tour guide sweet spot! I was solo, but this trip could work for anyone, families, couples, whomever. There is very little walking (a mile or 2), I might’ve actually preferred a bit more, but it made the trip very accessible to people of all ages and abilities
The sights:
Seeing a bubbling pool of lava was naturally the highlight. Most tours come in the day time, when we would’ve seen essentially nothing but steam. Our guide brought a telescope, so even though the activity in the volcano was pretty low key we could see spluttering and bubbling! The coffee plantation (orchard?) was a nice buzzy start to a long day. The black sand beach was ok
A well thought out experience:
The van was large and comfortable. Bathrooms were placed often enough that I didn’t have to avoid hydrating despite my tiny bladder. Enough food and snacks to keep everyone happy. Flashlights and jackets were provided, which was crucial!
Bring:
Long pants/sweatshirt - microclimates mean that it can be super hot in Kona and misty and cool at the park.
Binoculars - though the telescope was awesome, it would have been even better to have my own so I would t have to share.
A real camera - my iPhone 13pro was fine, but with such beauty, it’d be nice to have something with a little more control!
Aloha Cortney,
Thank you so much for posting your review, we really appreciate it! Your timing was impeccable, being here when the volcano was erupting. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity for visitors, we are thrilled you were able to witness it! Derek is awesome too, you're right, he's such an amiable guide. Again, thank you!
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Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2022/07/05 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/03 |
Reviewed by: Kat
An amazing experience, once in a life time. A must!!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/07/03 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/27 |
Reviewed by: David & June S
We had a wonderful time hiking the Big Island's Kilauea Volcano! Our guide was very informative, patient, and willing to answer our many questions. Part way through our hike, we sat along the rim and ate a lovely lunch provided by our guide. We would recommend taking part of this hiking adventure to fully appreciate Kilauea!
Thank you for the wonderful day David and June!
Jennifer
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Packages: | 8-Mile Volcano Hiking Adventure with Lunch [6 hours] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/01 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Ashton H
We got to see a turtle and a pod of like 15 dolphins we learned were currently in a half conscious state and they can basically auto-swim!
Boat was a little crowded with the kids on board. Would prefer an option with adults only as they were a little much for our honeymoon.
Overall great time! The cooled lava caves were very cool and go up all inside the big island!
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Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/01 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/30 |
Reviewed by: Ashton H
Emma and Riley were great guides. VERY funny and knowledgeable! Omg the waterfall is insane to zip over!!!
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/07/01 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/29 |
Reviewed by: J Slayton
This is a MUST do if you're going to the Big Island Hawaii. It was really a great way to see a lot of the islands best highlights. Even my husband loved it, who really doesn't like doing "tours" with groups / crowds and doing one ALL day long at that (likes his relaxation time on vacation). Our guide was fantastic, he gave us so much good information about the island, it's history, places, and everything in between. He was super attentive and made things fun as well. We would highly recommend this tour and specifically this company for a wonderful trip on the Big Island.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/06/29 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Pam UK
Hands down the most amazing experience ever! The guides were knowledgeable, supportive and made you feel safe. The whole experience was just magical! Thanks so much!
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Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/06/29 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/27 |
Reviewed by: ominette@hotmail.com
Our guide Devin was very accommodating and knowledgeable! He was thorough when discussing safety in the reef and how best to use the equipment. He seemed to enjoy the experience as much as we did even though we know he does this every day! We were thrilled to be able to commune with sea turtles as they relaxed in the sunshine. He then navigated us through the coral reef and pointed out a bunch of wildlife we might have never have seen on our own. The snacks and drinks at the end of the tour were exactly what we needed after swimming for an hour and a half. We appreciated the personalized experience and would absolutely do this again!
Aloha and thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled you enjoyed you experience with us and hope to see again on another of our tours.
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Packages: | Hilo Beach Snorkel – Sea Turtle Lagoon and Black Sand Beach |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/06/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Travel Mama
Our tour guide Dreu started our 12 hours together by telling us to set our expectations low. It was scheduled to be a rainy day but this is not what anyone wants to hear at the start of a long day you’ve paid hundreds per person to enjoy. The tour made all the promised stops. The coffee farm was interesting and everyone in our group enjoyed the hot box lunch. The bakery stop was too short considering how busy it was but everyone did have time to purchase something. The time in Volcano National Park was mostly whiteout due to rain. You could not see much during the first 2 hours there but the lava tube was great. I would warn others it is a steep incline on slippery steps to view it. Dreu is full of information but he did not share in an organized way. Hid commentary was scattered and jumped around making it hard to follow. Dinner was at Lava Rock Cafe and was average. They seemed short staff so very slow to get served. Dreu did great job anticipating our needs for bathroom breaks and provided motion sickness chews, rain gear, snacks, and drinks. He was not mindful of those with back or neck problems when he drove fast over speed bumps on the park yelling “hold on in the back!” I feel bad for anyone in our group with these problems as the van bounced and jarred us around each time he did this. The best part of the trip was last hour in park when we were able to do the twilight volcano viewing to see the red lava glow. Due to clouds we did not get to do stargazing and tour ended an hour early. Overall everyone in group was disappointed with this tour because of how dependent it is on the weather. If you get a day with rain or clouds, you will feel cheated out of most of what you signed up to see.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/06/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/25 |
Reviewed by: Matthew Woods
Best tour on the island Marcus was extremely knowledgeable and knew every question we had about the island. Would highly recommend!!
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Packages: | From Kona/Waikoloa/Kohala |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/06/24 |
Activity Date: | 2022/06/22 |
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Aloha Maiye,
Thank you for recommending our Deluxe Volcano Experience tour, we really appreciate it. Your timing was impeccable to be able to see the eruption at Kilauea at night. It's a once in a lifetime experience for most folks and we're glad you experienced it! Gary is an awesome guide and thanks for giving him a shout out! We hope you enjoyed your stay on the Big Island.