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Hawaii Waterfall Swim Adventure, Waipio Valley Lookout & Botanical Garden

Drew's the best!

Reviewed by: Tricia

The six if us had a great time with Drew who kept us entertained while ensuring we understood the historical and cultural importance of many of the sites we visited. The dad jokes were appreciated over the course of the day travelling from Kona to Hilo and points in-between. The consensus highlight was the swim in the waterfall pool. Even the weather cooperated. Fabulous day! Mahalo Drew!

  • Hawaii Bioreserve & Botanical Garden

  • Waipi'o Valley

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/11/08
Activity Date: 2023/11/06

Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm

Amazing Tour Guide!

Reviewed by: Brittany B-M

The perfect experience for first time visiting Kona! Loved the Coffee farm, black sand beach, and stargazing the most on this full-day excursion!

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/11/05
Activity Date: 2023/10/19

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

ナイスビュー

Reviewed by: けんしろう

初めて乗馬体験をしました。
すべて英語での説明で、ほかに参加されていた方も外国の方のみでしたので、全部は聞き取れずちょっと不安もありましたが大変楽しむことができました。

馬に乗り草原を歩いたり、途中走らせたり、
坂道を登ったり、ハラハラしながらも大変楽しかったです。
牧場の横を歩き牛や馬を眺めていると、遠くには野生のブタも見えました。
天気が良かったこともあり、景色も良く最後、海側や山をバックに写真も撮っていただき良い記念になりました。空と草原の色のコントラストがとてもきれいで最高でした。(日焼け注意・・)

ありがとうございました。


  • 大草原の散歩

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Packages: 2.5時間プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/11/05
Activity Date: 2023/10/07

Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Mikey

The entire experience start to finish was amazing. Wes was our guide and driver and took the time to explain what to expect and educate all of us on the island and the history of Hawai’i! I would recommend this tour to anybody who would like to enjoy the beautiful Mauna Kea! Wes also took the time to take photos of us at sunset and stargazing!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/11/04
Activity Date: 2023/11/02

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Amazing evening at Mauna Kea!

Reviewed by: Andrea

My husband and I had an amazing time with Fernando! He was an incredibly knowledgeable guide and made the trip very fun. If you have the opportunity to do the evening stargazing and sunset do so and request Fernando!

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour (Dinner not included)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/11/02
Activity Date: 2023/10/26

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Above and Beyond!

Reviewed by: Sandra McCaffrey

Our guide Gabe (I think that was his name - sorry if I’m mistaken!) was superb.

He picked us up near our condo and the van was very nice and spacious. We had 5 adults and were very comfortable.

The drive up he pointed out things of interest, answered any questions and was just overall very upbeat, fun and informative.

He was great up to this point but he crossed over to superb when my mom got altitude sickness. He was constantly checking on her, giving her sickness bags, anti-nausea meds and overall just very attentive.

He very professionally handled both her and the rest of the guests.

Will definitely book with this company and guide again.

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour (Dinner not included)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/11/01
Activity Date: 2023/10/29

4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

Mom and daughter first trip to Kona

Reviewed by: Rhonda Schwehm

Best time ever. The crew are all wonderful. The crew made the trip fun and educational. Lots of marine life.

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Aloha Rhonda,
Mahalo for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review! We are so happy that you could have a wonderful mother daughter experience with us. We hope you can join us for more ocean adventures in the future. Maybe a Manta Ray tour?

Mahalo and a Hui Hou!
SeaParadise Guest Relations

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Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/10/30
Activity Date: 2023/10/26

Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge

Fabulous Trip

Reviewed by: Tracy

This tour was the highlight of my families trip. The tour was amazing and our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. He was happy to answer all of my children's questions.

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Packages: Deluxe Volcano Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/10/29
Activity Date: 2023/10/02

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Awesome day at sea

Reviewed by: Willner

Had a fantastic time doing the afternoon snorkel. The crew was helpful and shared interesting facts and stories about the island as we sailed. We had plenty of time to snorkel. The boat was comfortable as well with plenty of spaces to sit in the shade or sun. We also loved the fresh water showers to rinse off coming out of the ocean. We will definitely be booking with Sea Paradise again in the future.

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Aloha Willner,

Mahalo for joining us. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time. We look forward to you seeing you all on your next visit!

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Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/10/22

4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

Really great trip

Reviewed by: Andy

Everything is as promised. Great and professional crew. Catamaran was very clean and safe. Beverages always available at no additional cost (except alcoholic). Good continental breakfast and lunch with extra snacks available. We always felt safe and secure both onboard and while snorkeling. Crew added historical info throughout the trip. I highly recommend this trip.

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Aloha Andy,

Mahalo for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkeling adventures! We are happy to hear of your feedback and recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us in the near future!

  • Snorkeling area near monument

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Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/09/11

4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

Great trip!

Reviewed by: TRK

A smooth sail and comfortable ride. The crew was very professional and knowledgeable. I didn't think I'd want a pool noodle...but get the pool noodle. It helps alot unless you plan to free dive. The food and drinks were good and sandwiches are fine for a boat trip. Don't expect fine dining. Plenty of room on board, even if you feel it might fill up with guests. The crew was there to keep the boat clean as well. I'd recommend getting there early for parking, as there's only street parking and you might have to walk to get to the launch. Beautiful boat. Enjoyed the trip! Thanks!

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Aloha,

Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing your experience with us! We do also agree with taking as many pool noodles as you would like. It's called a "vacation" for a reason. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island! Until then, A Hui Hou and safe travels!

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Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/08/02

Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise

Must do tour!

Reviewed by: Jim

I was a little nervous about snorkeling at night but I'm so glad I went. It's less of a snorkel and more of a snorkel float where you hold onto a floating mat with LED lights underneath. The mantas were swooping underneath us eating the plankton. It was so calm and magical. Highly recommend.

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Aloha Jim,

We appreciate your recommendation! It is more of a uniform snorkel and typically not to strenuous. We agree, they are truly magical! We hope to see you in the near future!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/07/21

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Great crew!

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.

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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: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/07/09

4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

The best adventure of my Hawaii trip!!

Reviewed by: Patricia Ponce

First time in Hawaii and snorkeling chose the best crew to experience this adventure with. The whole crew was awesome very knowledgeable and the nicest people I have ever come across in the whole world. Captain Eddie help me with my dizziness advice best way to feel better so I could continue to enjoy our trip. Loved the whole experience and I would recommend this crew to anyone and everyone if they truly want to enjoy their trip.

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Aloha Patricia,

Mahalo for your wonderful recommendation! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the company of the crew. We hope to have the pleasure of seeing you in the near future!

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Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with Lunch - Group of 6 or More [4.5 hours]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/05/09

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Fantastic crew and trip!

Reviewed by: Laurie

The sailboat was new and beautiful. The crew were knowledgeable and very helpful. They let us do some whale watching and fish chasing and we had a fantastic time! We will definitely take this trip again but next tome we will do the 5 hour.

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Aloha Laurie, Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time. We look forward to your next visit!

  • Just plain fun!

  • Pure joy.

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Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/02/04

4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

Must Do in Kona!!

Reviewed by: SusanB

Wonderful, cheerful, professional staff. Lovely, clean NEW boat. This trip was a thumbs up. We were greeted by Joshua who was happy and briefed us well. On board were Asia, Jesse and Capt. Mike Morgan. This team worked well together to keep us entertained, fed, schooled on area history and safe. All of the gear was in good condition, the food was healthy and served efficiently using pandemic protocols. We were clearly informed of where to snorkel and attended by one or two employees while in the water. We were able to make part of the trip back under sail which was a silent treat. This is a top snorkel area on the island and the Sea Paradise trip is top notch! Top this off with seeing spinner dolphins and five different whales ….. a wonderful way to spend the morning.

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Aloha Susan, Mahalo Nui Loa for taking the time to share your beautiful photos. We hope to see you for more adventures soon!

  • Under sail

  • Whale!

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Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/28
Activity Date: 2022/01/11

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

大自然の中で乗馬体験

Reviewed by: KI

午前の1時間半コースに参加しました。ワイコロアのホテルから45分程度、レンタカーでの移動が最適です。
英語での案内で、ゆっくりと分かりやすく話してくれます。
最初に流れと書類記入、注意事項などの案内があり、その後乗馬の仕方についてレクチャーしてくれ、最初から最後まで一緒に付いてくれます。
最初はゆっくりと歩き、途中スピードを出して良いスポットでスピードを出して楽しめました。
草原、山、海と大自然を見ながらの乗馬は最高の体験でした。

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Packages: 1.5時間プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/25
Activity Date: 2023/10/23

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

10/10

Reviewed by: Andrea

This was definitely the highlight of our Hawaii trip. Will definitely try it again!!! 10/10 will recommend their service.

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/10/24
Activity Date: 2023/10/22

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Great afternoon trip

Reviewed by: Steve S

We had a group of 4 and had an excellent afternoon. Our guide was very knowledgeable and warm and friendly. The van was comfy and had big windows for viewing scenery along the drive. The starts were amazing as was the sunset.

  • Sunset

  • Shadow of Mona Kea before sunset

  • Maui in the distance

  • Group shot at the top

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/10/19
Activity Date: 2023/10/16

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls

Circle of fire tour

Reviewed by: Michelle

We had the best pilot and best tour ever, amazing scenery

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Packages: Standard Flight [50 mins]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/18
Activity Date: 2023/10/16

Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Luau

Reviewed by: Houston

The food was ok. The entertainment was ok. I’ve been to a luau before and this time was just ok. It wasn’t worth the price.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/07
Activity Date: 2023/10/05

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Excellent Tour With Extremely Knowledgeable Driver Guide Forest

Reviewed by: Peggy H

- Hawaiian History, Flowers, Trees, Birds, Fish & Tame Wild Horses - Fabulous Scenic Views
- Enjoyed The Delightful Pick Up Spot

  • Had a great time

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/04
Activity Date: 2023/10/02

Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai

Definitely add this to you itinerary if you haven’t yet!

Reviewed by: Jules

The crew was great, the manta turn out was amazing, and the boat ride is short (which is ideal for when you’re cold and ready to get warm again haha). We got lucky that it was a small group so there were plenty of options to sit and have a lovely view of the sunset while heading out. 10/10 would do again.

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Packages: Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/10/01
Activity Date: 2023/09/29

Evening Volcano Tour from Hilo - Kalapana Village, Black Sand Beach & Dinner

AWESOME

Reviewed by: Richard Robertson

MUST DO!

This was a great tour - really educational and fun. Be prepared for rain, you are in the rainforest and it rains a lot. Our guide came prepared with umbrellas and rain jackets, flashlights for the lava tube, water and snacks.
Andre, our tour guide was amazing, experienced and incredibly knowlegable of the volcanoes, land, plants and trees, Hawaiian culture, plus more, and the history of all mentioned. He made sure we were always entertained during the approx. 8 hour trip.
Would recommend shorts, closed toed shoes (sneakers fine) suntan lotion, somewhat water repellant light jacket (in case your tour does not provide).

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Packages: Evening Volcano Explorer
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/27
Activity Date: 2023/09/20

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

素晴らしい景色!

Reviewed by: kinari

お馬ちゃんがとっても可愛くて、乗馬中の景色もハワイ島が一望できて最高でした。忘れられない体験になりました。

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Packages: 1.5時間プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/09/27
Activity Date: 2023/09/25

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

馬がみなよく慣れていて扱いやすく、雄大な景色が素晴らしかったです

Reviewed by: むらひろ

ちょっと早めの9時過ぎにチェックインした際にパーキングのゲートが閉まっていたので少し戸惑いましたが、受付後はスムーズにヘルメット、ブーツ、上着のレンタルを受けて、ガイドさんに馬を選んでもらって乗り込むところまではすぐでした。
ランチの広大な敷地をガイドに沿って馬と共に進むのはとても爽快でした。
私の馬は立髪がおしゃれにシマシマになったOliver、妻は栗毛のVodka、どちらもいい馬でした
途中ガイドのジェシカが写真を撮ってくれたりして
時間は予定より少し超過して11時過ぎに帰着となりました。
とても良い思い出になりました

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Packages: 1.5時間プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/09/25
Activity Date: 2023/09/23

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

90分乗馬

Reviewed by: なんだかんだパンダ

英語も苦手、乗馬も初めて、だけどアッと言う間の90分でした。
最高の景色の草原をパカパカゆっくり巡って、最後の50メートルを少々スピードを上げて走って多少お尻が痛かったが、とっても楽しかった!
振り返ると虹が出ていて、心が更に晴れました。
日本人はチップを払う風習がありませんが、10%程度の一人10ドル×家族3人分を気持ち良くお渡ししました。

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Packages: 1.5時間プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/09/24
Activity Date: 2023/09/18

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

草原をゆったり乗馬

Reviewed by: かいりつ

今回初めて参加しました。乗馬自体も初めてだったので少し不安でしたが参加することに決めました。今回は私たちだけが参加だったようでガイドさん独り占めでいきました。私は乗馬初めてなのでまず馬の制御に気を取られていましtが景色は雄大でゆっくり進んでくれるので楽しめました。聞こえてくるのは風の音だけ。見えるのは草原と眼下に見える海、草を食べている牛たちのみ。
日本では味わえないリラックス感でした。今度来た時も絶対参加します。

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Packages: 2.5時間プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/09/23
Activity Date: 2023/09/21

Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay

A Wondrous Experience

Reviewed by: Kathy M.

We couldn't have asked for a better trip. I especially appreciated the small group size - eight people - which meant that we were able to watch the mantas without getting in each other's way. My sister and I were at the end of the line, opposite each other. This meant that as the manta rays turned over and swam upside down just under the light board - only a few inches away from us - we could look right down their throats. I was amazed at how clean and empty their large mouths were. It was fascinating to see their gills from the inside as well as the outside.

It was wonderful to watch the mantas swim. They move so smoothly they hardly seem to be propelling themselves. The patterns on their backs fluoresce in the light, so they're easy to see.

We watched by lining up on either side of a board, holding on to it and floating stretched out away from it, with flotation devices like pool noodles under our ankles. This keeps our bodies away from the mantas, which is for their protection, not ours. (The mantas are harmless. No teeth, no sting. They eat plankton, not people!)

Two tips:

1. The staff had us put the pool noodles under our ankles, but in that location, it's easy to lose the noodle. Try putting it just below your knees instead. It's much easier to keep in place that way, and if your knees are at the surface, the rest of your legs will be also.

2. If you do lose your noodle, don't panic or kick. Keep your head down, relax, stay as flat as you can, and allow the water to support your body. Staff members will retrieve the noodle and slip it under your legs again. Kicking disturbs the mantas, and the stress is bad for them.

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Packages: Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/23
Activity Date: 2023/09/07

Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

A Relaxing and Enjoyable Trip with Good Food but Mediocre Snorkeling

Reviewed by: Kathy M.

On the whole, I'm glad I went. It was a lovely day, the boat was comfortable, and food great. The trip included a plant-based breakfast and lunch, with Kona coffee and alcoholic drinks available for purchase. The boat stopped twice on the way out so our guide could explain what we were seeing along the shore.

All the staff members were delightful and took good care of us.

Unfortunately, Kealakekua Bay did not offer the variety of sea life I experienced in other Hawaiian locations. I wonder if the reef has been affected by global warming. My prior experiences were 20 years ago, so things may be different now.

My experience was complicated by the fact that the corrective face masks were only available in a medium, which was too large for me. Consequently, I had major water leakage and was unable to spend much time snorkeling. One of the staff explained that supply chain problems have limited the availability of corrective masks. That's a good reason for bringing your own!

My sister, who had her own mask, explored more widely and commented on the relative scarcity of sea life, although she did see one kind of fish that was new to her.

Nevertheless, the trip was fun. I enjoyed my run down the slide - my sister's dared me to do it!

A number of snorkeling tours go to Kealakekua Bay. I looked at the other tour boats there and concluded that ours was the best. All in all, it was a great way to spend the morning. (Did I mention that both breakfast and lunch were delicious?)

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Packages: Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/23
Activity Date: 2023/09/07
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