Reviewed by: Terri Zimmerman
Good venue and parking was easy to find. Plentiful food with a lot of variety and a beautiful view with the water. I especially liked the production showcasing the different island cultures.we brought family with us that had never exp Hawaii or a luau so was especially nice to share that experience in a positgive light.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/16 |
Activity Date: | 2021/10/14 |
Reviewed by: Mae
There was no sailing on this trip.The Manta rays are close to where the boat goes in the water. I thought we would have a nice sail while the sun was setting and then get in the water but that was not the case. This experience was both boring and exciting. You are in the water for 45 minutes lying flat with arms outstretched holding onto the handle on one of several connected "light boards"while you have your snorkeled face in the water, and are balancing a noodle under your ankles. You brush up against the people on either side of you.The motion of the ocean gets to be a bit much for many people. I heard a crew member say to another "at least no one puked this trip". I have never been sea sick but started feeling queasy and did get out with about 10 minutes to go. You can raise your arm and be escorted back to the boat at any time.You are provided with a half wet suit but still you get chilled. If you have any shoulder problems I would think twice about doing this trip. All that being said it was so cool when the Mantas did show up and swim right past you! There weren't many but I got some good video and stills with a camera that I borrowed from a friend. Maybe there is a better time of day or year to see more mantas? If you're positioned on a middle light board you have time to get the camera set because you will hear the people at the ends of the the light boards ooh and aah and cheer! I probably would not do this trip again but notice I didn't say never! The boat was nice , the crew was fine.
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Tori
We had so much fun! I believe we saw 4 or 5 Manta Rays. One kept doing flips and brushing against us. It was a great experience, and the crew was extremely nice and fun.
Aloha Tori,
Thanks for joining us and taking the time to review us. They are truly magical marine species. We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you soon!
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Tour [Late Evening Cruise] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Melissa Wheelock
This was definitely a highlight of our trip!
Captain Morgan and his crew were awesome. They made sure we had the best experience; anchoring the boat away from the larger boats packed with fellow snorkelers whenever possible. They were knowledgeable and friendly! Highly recommend.
Aloha Melissa,
Mahalo for the wonderful review and recommendation. We are ecstatic to hear you had a great experience with us and we hope to see you on your next visit to the islands. Until then, A hui hou!
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Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
My husband and I had a great time. He was 12 weeks out from recovering from a pelvic reconstruction surgery and the staff were so accommodating! He enjoyed the boat ride and made it into the water for one snorkel spot! I even got inked on by an octopus! Great day on the water with attentive staff!
Aloha Amanda,
Mahalo Nui Loa for the wonderful review. It sounds like an amazing day, it's not too often we get to spot an octopus! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us on your next visit!
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Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/08 |
Reviewed by: mormr
Another wonderful snorkel trip with these folks. Great attention to detail, safety & passenger enjoyment.
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and taking the time to review us. We are thrilled you had a wonderful time. We hope to see you soon!
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Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Lover of Hawaii
The Catamaran ride was very smooth and comfortable. The crew was wonderful and very informative. Once in the water we had seen a large variety of fish and rays. I would highly recommend this adventure.
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for taking the time to review us. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time with our crew and out on the water. We hope to see you on your next visit :)
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Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2018/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Michael and Michele
Great crew! Great boat! Great time! A fun time! Thanks so much!
Aloha,
Thanks for joining us! We hope you'll think of us on your next visit to the islands. Until then, A hui hou!
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Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2020/01/16 |
Reviewed by: あああ
普通に親切でいいスタッフでしたが、ツアー自体ネイティブ並みの英語力じゃないときついと思います。普通に、飲み物はアルコール以外は飲み放題でチップスが出ました。30人くらいいて日本人は一切いませんでした。
Aloha,
Thanks for your feedback and taking the time to review us. We hope you'll give us another try on your next visit to the islands. Until then, A hui hou!
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Packages: | 14:00出港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2020/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Leslie
Captain Tony and his crew were so wonderful! They were funny and so informative. I would definitely do it again! They were so sweet to our two year old who was part of the snorkeling also. Make sure you take cash to tip them well because they definitely deserve it! The whole trip the captain and his trip hangout with everyone and cut up fresh fruit for everyone while serving drinks and making sure everyone is comfortable and has what they need. Definitely one of our top favorite things we did on the Big Island
Aloha Leslie,
Mahalo for taking the time to review us and sharing your wonderful pictures! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us on your next visit to the islands :)
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Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/10/12 |
Activity Date: | 2021/08/30 |
Reviewed by: MINY
This is the best way of seeing volcano and Hawaii, a once in a lifetime experience. Definitely recommend everyone to join.
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Packages: | 60-min Flight |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/10/09 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Jacqueline Lorah
Ok, this is honestly one of the best tours I have ever taken. The van was super comfy, and our guide Arthur was informative, friendly, and honestly just plain fun! Obvious he LOVES this tour.
Words just cannot describe the beauty of this tour. From the drive up, to the spectacular sunset, to the jaw dropping star gazing......endless beauty. Plus, Arthur made sure we stayed safe, and kept us informed about what we should do and what to expect. I felt comfortable and at ease.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for this amazing experience. If you do one thing on the Big Island......do this.
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Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/06 |
Activity Date: | 2021/10/04 |
Reviewed by: Gabriella
This was such an awesome experience! The sunset was beautiful being that high up and the stargazing was amazing. It was our favorite experience on the island. Our guide Gage was so great! He was so knowledgeable on the island, the history there and the stargazing. He also helped us feel comfortable and safe on the drive up and back down. We highly recommend this experience!
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Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour (Dinner not included) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/02 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Art Goldberg
The coastal tour was perfect. The staff was all very friendly and helpful. Marco our pilot made everyone very comfortable and was a great tour guide and pilot. I highly recommend Blue Hawaiian Helicopters!
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Packages: | Kohala Coast Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/02 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Alexa & Nick
That was the best zip line my husband and I have ever gone on. The views were absolutely breathtaking. Highly recommend!
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/30 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/27 |
Reviewed by: H. Shoenfield
Tour Guide was an enthusiast, patient, native who shared culture, history, science, jokes and Hawaiian myths and songs. You can't ask for more from a guide. Try to book for a moonless night for best view of stars. They use an automated 11 inch telescope. The food was surprisingly very good (vegetable lasagna), the brownie decadent and the hot chocolate and biscotti at the end a nice touch. Had an issue finding the pick up spot, but a phone call resolved this since we were close. If you miss the sign for the international market (if that's your pick up spot), look for the 76 gas station, enter there and drive to the back. Dress warmly and bring a refillable drink. Cold (but not terribly) even with the given parka and gloves. A very enjoyable 8 hour afternoon & evening l
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Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/30 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Spencer
This experience was unforgettable! Being on top of Mauna Kea above the clouds was the best sunset I’ve ever seen. The photos the crew took were very professional and the star gazing was great!
Aloha, Spencer
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !!
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Jenn HM
From the time we were picked up to when we were dropped off at our resort, we had a fantastic time on our tour with a awesome tour guide Shoyo. He was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot, and not just about Mauna Kea, the Observatories and stargazing but also about the Big Island and the area we drove through. This was a bucket list item for me and it did not disappoint in any way.
We went up to the visitors center for a half hour to acclimatize, then up summit (13,800 feet) and got our first taste of elevation. It is definitely a different experience! And it was surprisingly cold but they have cozy warm jackets to keep you comfy. The sunset is amazing as you are above the cloud line, which also makes for awesome photos!
Speaking of photos, our guide took some great ones of us, both on the summit during the sunset and of the stars, as well as amazing photos of the stars themselves. We were super lucky and got perfect weather and viewing conditions, not even any moon light to deal with.
The only thing that might surprise some is the amount of time you spend in the van driving back and forth and especially up to the summit. Totally worth it of course, and there was great commentary to make the time fly.
Aloha, Jenn,
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !!
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/08/06 |
Reviewed by: uuu
Originally the reason for us to book a tour instead of driving ourselves to Mauna Kea was because we didn't rent a 4WD car, but now I'm sooooo glad we made such a decision.
The view of sunset and milky way was breathtaking without saying. What I really want to mention is that our tour guide/driver/photographer Shoyo was amazing. He knew EVERYTHING about Hawaii, during the tour we learned a lot about Hawaiian history, the plants and animals, good restaurants to go, etc.. He also took great photos of us.
Aloha, uuu
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !!
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Paula
Steph and Gin picked us up and they were even a little early!! They were great host and very friendly. Beyond that it was a little disappointing. We were suppose to get "dinner", we got a BLT, no chips, no cookie, only water and later a "hot beverage". The pictures our hosts took were great and they sent to us at no charge. We have taken this trip before with another company and we had a very nice sit down dinner, no fancy, but you felt like you had something to eat when you were done. After going to the summit, they set up a telescope and we look at many, many stars and it was explained to us all about that star. The guide was very knowledgeable and we spent close to an hour doing just that, it was fantastic. With this tour we only saw one star and I right now could not tell you what it was. The other tour showed us the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, etc. But this trip was so not that. I am sorry to say if we do this again it won't be with this tour. We really enjoyed our hosts, but that was not the purpose of the trip
Aloha, Paula
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am sorry I did not meet your expectations.
Mahalo
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/07 |
Reviewed by: Vipin
Stephen and Jin did a great job in explaining things, showing places and clicking pictures.
And the sandwich was amazing
Aloha, Vipin
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !! Stefan and Jin are waiting for you !
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/30 |
Reviewed by: Anh
Our tour guide West is a really knowledgable fellow. He is very considerate and thoughtful. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Aloha, Anh
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on Sunrise tour next time. Shotaro is doing Sunrise tour now !
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
The van was in great condition and the guide was amazing! defiantly would recommend this to anyone who wants to go up the Mauna Kea summit.
Aloha, Michelle
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !!
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Shalini
This tour was UNBELIEVABLE! Totally worth it. The sunset and star-gazing was out-of-this-world!
Aloha, Shalimi
Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy that the weather was nice and everybody enjoyed the spectacular view from the summit of Mauna Kea.
Please join us on our tour next time again !!
Mahalo,
Hawaiian Eyes Tours
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2021/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Sergio G
Pickup by the crew was timely, and the vans comfortable, in good condition and clean. The sandwich was delicious, and the two hosts super friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. Thank-you, Stephan.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/26 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Becky
The islander Breeze Luau was everything we expected and more. The staff went above and beyond to make sure that Covid restrictions were in place and the experience was not compromised. Each party had their own table that was 6 feet apart. The food was fantastic and fresh! The drinks were good as well! And the star of the show was the music, dancers and the master of ceremonies! They all really put their aloha into the show! Thank you for a great experience.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/25 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/23 |
Reviewed by: Jeff Barnes
This was a rally fantastic trip. Be prepared because this trip is over 10 hours. (We ran closer to 11) and requires a lot of walking. That being said, the day was EXCELLENT. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Would definitely do it again.
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Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Wanda
This tour is so good and informative, that we decided to do it again. Our first time was about 2 years ago. Great experience both times.
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Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/21 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/16 |
Reviewed by: GnC
I give the music snd dancing all the credit. It was a wonderful show. My impression of the food was it was just ok. Maybe we just don’t like Hawaiian
Food but thanks for trying. The deserts were soggy and lacked flavor. For the total experience, this was way over priced and disappointing.I don’t think I would recommend this luau to my friends due to the food.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/21 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Lisa and Bill Lee
I tried to change to outstanding but it wouldn’t let me. We had a great time and really enjoyed our self. Easy check in. Very accommodating and very knowledgeable of the plants trees fruit etc. They went out of there way to show us and share information. My husband and I would recommend them. Good job.
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Packages: | 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/20 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/16 |
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Aloha Mae,
We are so sorry to hear you found your experience less than stellar. We appreciate your feedback. We often do try to do some sailing prior to heading to the Manta Ray Village, however factors of getting the best viewing spot for our guests may have disrupted the sailing part as many times through out the year we'll have northern boats come down to view the manta's if they haven't been seeing any at their usual location. Our best recommendation for hanging on to the light rafts would be to not be tense, this can make for an unpleasant experience for anyone, including people with shoulder problems. It's best to relax and go with the flow of the ocean rather than against it. Although we are sad to hear you didn't enjoy your whole time with us, we are happy to hear you enjoyed the stars of the show. They are truly magical. We hope you'll give us another try on a return visit to the islands. Mahalo Nui Loa!