Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
Let me start saying one thing - Kilauea Volcano is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth and it's definitely a MUST SEE & DO if you are visiting Hawaii. I think everyone should explore the Volcanoes National Park as much as they can, and since I've hiked hiked the most popular sights before, this time I decided to get the bird's eye view from Kilauea.
From start to finish Blue Hawaiian Helicopters was very professional and delivered a great service. After the check-in we watched a video about safety and what to expect on the tour. Due to the weather conditions my original flight was cancelled, however I was able to reschedule to a later time. It was worthy the wait! The aircraft was modern, very comfortable, large windows and the pilot was excelled and very experienced. He not only made us feel safe, but also shared a lot of interest facts about Hawaiian geology and history.
We flew over dozens of waterfalls and over the most recent lava flows and it was crazy to see how close the lava got to some houses couple of years ago. The most incredible part thou was for sure seeing the lava flowing into the ocean and watching the bubbling lava lake inside the Pu'u 'O'o Crater (which you can only see if you are doing an air tour).
I will never stop sharing these incredible memories with everyone around me.
Thank you VELTRA & Blue Hawaiian Helicopters for the amazing experience. I highly recommend this tour, whether you are visiting the island just for a day or more, make sure to include a helicopter flight on your wish list.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
Reviewed by: クリスピー
以前からテレビで見て気になっていたマウナケア山頂でのサンセット!さらに天体観測もさせてもらえて最高の1日でした!
新婚旅行で夫婦で参加しました。
当初、日本語ガイドのツアーを申し込もうと思っていたところ、既に一杯だったためこちらのツアーに申し込みました。
英語がほぼ出来ないため、多少心配していましたが、ツアーの最中はほぼ100%英語だったにもかかわらず、ツアーガイドさんのお気遣いと、偶然一緒に参加した日本人の家族の方のおかげで、とても楽しむ事ができました!
他の日本語ガイドのツアーの方々もいらっしゃって様子を拝見致しましたが、ツアーの内容や質、お客様への配慮やとても自由な感じでの進行など、このツアーに参加出来てよかったと改めて感じています。
天体観測中のホットチョコレートとブラウニー、あのおいしさはわすれられません。
本当に最高のツアーでした!ありがとうございました!
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Packages: | 基本プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/23 |
Reviewed by: P and B
The guide was outstanding. He is a geologist with a lot of experience. He provide
a lot of information on the volcano as well as information about the the big island in general. He helped us take pictures as well as provided answers to questions we asked. This was a great tour.
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Packages: | Route #1 - Rainbow Falls, Hilo Town & Volcano |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/25 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Dona
The trip took too long time for nothing, visiting some stores which mean wasting time & money! also you can't see that much Lava in the morning!!! only the smoke! The guide was too knowledge but talking a lot which cause me headache! Since the tour started till finished he was talking no relaxing! after we finish the park he took us to the mall for 45 min!! It's totally wasting time, I prefer to go by car alone and see a lot of sight rather than this tour!!
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Packages: | Volcano Adventure |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/09/25 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/31 |
Reviewed by: おおかみ
渓谷をみんなで隊列組んで、進みます。最初は緊張していましたが、歩き出せば手綱の引き方、お腹の蹴り方、などで愛馬を自由にコントロールできます。時々、勝手に馬が草を食べたり、うんこ、おしっこしたり、面白い!野性の馬も散歩したり!
英語だけだが、なんとかなりますよー!また行きたいな!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/25 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/22 |
Reviewed by: JoOnDaGo
Pick up was as scheduled for the drive to the airport. Each trip I have used Speedi shuttle, drivers have been knowledgeable about local places and happenings. I will continue using the shuttle on my future visits.
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Packages: | [Departure] Hotel to Airport - Shared Service |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/31 |
Reviewed by: JoOnDaGo
Greeter was present upon arrival and kept me informed of arrival of van. Driver knowledgable about current local news and events. Friendly and efficient service.
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Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel - Shared Service |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Karen from MO
This trip was the highlight of our trip to the Big Island. We had a great time and enjoyed the experience immensely. I was a little disappointed when they called me that morning and told us the road to the summit was closed and we might not be able to go to the top. Since we were on a limited time schedule we decided to go anyway. Nate was our guide and picked us up in Kona. On the ride to Mauna Kea, he explained about the different kinds of lava flows and some of the myths about Pele. When we got to the sheep station, Nate set up our meal for us and explained about life as a sheep rancher on the island. He promised that if we didn't get to go to the summit, he would make sure we at least saw the sunset from another spot. Supper was very good and it was fun getting to know the other tourists with us. After we ate, we got the good news that the road had opened and we were able to go to the top. What a gorgeous sight!! We saw the sun set on one side and turned around and saw the full moon coming up on the other. After watching the sunset, we went back down to visitor center and did some stargazing. Nate was very knowledgeable about the constellations. We were able to see the rings around Saturn and other constellations that night. The hot chocolate and warm brownies tasted good after being up on the summit where it was pretty chilly! I would definitely recommend this adventure for anyone visiting the Big Island, If we are fortunate enough to return, we will be doing this again!! Thank you Nate for a great evening.
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Packages: | Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Karen from MO
What a unique experience! We were met at a small shop and driven part of the way down in the valley by Bob in a four wheel drive van. The road in and out of the valley is very steep and rough at times, but the view was beautiful. The wagon ride was fun and Bob was very informative telling us about the plant life and history of the valley. We saw a beautiful waterfall that can not be seen unless you go down in the valley.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Karen from MO
We enjoyed the Island Breeze Luau. We were seated with a great group of people and enjoyed talking with them.. The show was very well done. The fire dancer at the end was especially good. The food was very good and had a lot of choices on the buffet.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Stephany
It was a great snorkeling experience. They did a great job all around. Seeing Dolphins is a guarantee. They hang out just off the coast on the way to and from the snorkeling location. The food they served was great and included (breakfast/lunch). They provide some drinks for free with the food. Any smoothies or alcoholic drinks you must pay for and there is a bar on the boat for that. They provide rash gaurds, towels, fins, snorkels, various floatation devices (noodles, boards, etc...). I did start feeling a little sea sick and missed out the last 15 min of water time before we headed back. So I would recommend taking some Dramamine if you get motion sickness.
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Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Nay
Joe was amazing!!! His passion for astronomy was so refreshing and we loved his poem at the end.
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Packages: | Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/21 |
Reviewed by: AZSKY
This is an absolutely terrific tour and worth every penny. Our family has visited the Big Island many times but we learned so much from our energetic and knowledgable tour guide, Kevin. Absolutely adored the gorgeous candy facility stop on the way to the volcano. This store is beautiful and we ended up purchasing client gifts which were efficiently ordered and shipped back to the mainland. The dinner stop at the Kilauea Lodge was amazing. I ordered a Cosmopolitan cocktail which was presented just as chic and lovely as any found in a Five Star hotel bar. Good meal enjoyed in a cozy spot among new friends. Back to the night lava viewing at the volcano which was utterly amazing. The warm coats and flashlights provided by Veltra made the experience even more enjoyable.
Last but not least I must give kudlos to Kevin, our tour guide. This man has truly done his homework and is passionate about educating his guests about the gorgeous Island of Hawaii. Thank you, Kevin for making each and every one of us feel important.
GREAT TOUR!
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Packages: | Route #1 - Rainbow Falls, Hilo Town & Volcano |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/23 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Brian
We had a great time with Chanda and the captain. They honored our reservation even though we were the only two.
We saw 3-4 huge female manta rays that came up and brushed up against us. Not counting all the schools of fish! And hot cocoa when we were done was icing on the cake.
Looking forward to the next time!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/23 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/19 |
Reviewed by: liko
前回乗馬にチャレンジしたところ、時間も長く馬に慣れていない私にはちょっとハードルが高かったので今回は初めての友人たちとのんびりワゴンツアーに参加しました。
のどかな自然の中をゆったり回れてみんな大満足小さな子供連れや年配の方にもオススメです。
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Packages: | 混載ツアー |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/09/23 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/18 |
Reviewed by: はく☆
ハネムーンで使用しました!ヒルトンワイコロアビレッジに宿泊し、ショーの予約もしました。
プレミアム席の予約をしていましたが、クチコミをみてその中で早めに行かないといい席にならないとのことだったので17時集合でしたが16:45には集合しました。長机の一番前、ステージ真ん前へ案内してもらいました。席の案内は本当に来た順です。真ん前でみたいのであれば早めに並んだ方がいいですよ!
料理も早めに案内してくれたので、待たず食べることができました!ただ、ビュッフェですが2回目を取りにいくには他の人がまだプレミアム席ではない人がまだ1回目だと全然取りにいけないので、ものすごく食べる方は2皿持っていった方がいいと思います!
ドリンクは席での注文なので楽でした!ほとんどカクテルばかりで旦那はコロナビールオンリーでした。
ショーのナレーションは全て英語!英語がわからないと何を話しているか全くわからず。本当に鑑賞のみです。旦那は英語が全くわからなかったので、ショーのみって感じでした。
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Packages: | プレミアムシート |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Rena
Everyone should do this at least once! You get to see all the volcano has to offer.
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Packages: | A-Star Standard Helicopter - Circle of Fire Flight (45 mins) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/16 |
Reviewed by: M.TAKAKO
予算を高い方で予約したのは大正解でした!
最前列で迫力のあるショーを見る事ができてとても良かったです。スタッフの方もとてもフレンドリーで携帯で動画を撮ってくださり良い思い出を残す事が出来ました。食事もお腹いっぱいになるほどで大満足でした(^^)v
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Packages: | プレミアムシート |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/21 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/17 |
Reviewed by: ミヤミヤ
人なつこくて かしこいイルカちゃん、とても可愛かったです╰(*´︶`*)╯♡
また来年 会いに行きたいと思います、待っててね〜(^з^)-☆
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Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<20分> |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/20 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Terry from Texas
The Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour was easily the best event our group had while on the Big Island. Everyone loved it. BH uses very high quality helicopters and our pilot was well trained and very skilled. We all agreed that at no time did we feel unsafe. Our pilot was also very well informed and told us a lot of interesting things about the volcano and the Hilo side of the island. But, the views were the most memorable part of the trip. Don't forget your camera or you'll hate yourself.
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Packages: | A-Star Standard Helicopter - Circle of Fire Flight (45 mins) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/09/19 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Ken
I name of this tour says it all! Live lava flows and incredible waterfalls. Our pilot, Peter, was fantastic and informative. I highly recommend the store to everyone.
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Packages: | Standard Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/19 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/16 |
Reviewed by: ジタハ
今回で2回目のルアウショーでしたが、大人も子供も楽しめました。
その中でもファイヤーダンスは見応えがあり、一見の価値ありです。
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Packages: | スタンダードシート |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/19 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Larry K
My flight was 20 minutes early and I was greeted as soon as I reached baggage claim. The greeter and driver were both very friendly and the driver was quite informative with information about the Island. I will definitely use this service when I return to Hawaii.
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Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/18 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/16 |
Reviewed by: 副操縦士
送迎付きでお願いしました。お迎えの時間を過ぎてもずっと待っていました。ロイヤルシークリフのレセプションの方が気を利かせて問い合わせしてくださいました(日本の方でした)。あちこち廻ってるので遅れているとのことでしたが、30分遅れでやって来たのはタクシーでした。凄く申し訳なさそうに謝ってました。
そんなことも全く気にならないほどの素晴らしい遊覧飛行でした。パイロットのTOSHIさん、ありがとうございました。他の島でもまた是非お願いしたいと思います。
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Packages: | ワイピオ渓谷とキラウエア火山遊覧(コナ、ワイコロア地区プラン) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/18 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
Just me with my two grown sons, amazing experience! Got great footage on our go-pro. Very glad I took 2 bonine beforehand, no motion sickness for me. My other son only took 1 bonine and had to cut out 10 mins early but enjoyed the view from the boat. Crew friendly & helpful:)
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Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Kkuh1
This was an amazing experience. Our captain and the diver were really great. While we were "waiting" for the mantas to arrive, our diver went to the ocean floor to pick up some sea urchins and sea cucumbers to show us. He put them back of course, but it made the trip even more interesting. Them the mantas arrived and put on an amazing show!
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Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/13 |
Reviewed by: Cheapdozen
After 21.5 hours of combined flights from Singapore to LAX and back to KOA its fabulous to have the certainty of my shuttle bus and driver there to meet me.
Outstanding on time service, alert drivers, clean vehicles and occasional political discourse along the route.
Who could ask for more?
My first & only choice to return home in Kailua Kona.
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Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/14 |
Reviewed by: ねずみ男
さいごです〜
今回、Hawaii island だけだったんですが、とても ゆっくり 出来ました。
潜水艦のツアーに参加してとても良い経験させていただきましたよ!
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Packages: | ワイコロア地区送迎 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Katie
It was great!! I'd recommend this to anyone coming to Kona :)
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Packages: | Early Bird Special! Deluxe Ride [800ft] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/09/16 |
Activity Date: | 2017/09/13 |
Reviewed by: zenhappy
息子10歳が体験してきました.他の方の口コミにもあるように,英語と予算が問題になりますね.ドルフィン・クエストは以前から気になっていて,チャンスがあったら参加させようと思っていました.あまり英語のできない息子は,他の外人の家族のグループに入ってイルカに触れたり,それなりに楽しそうにしていました.参加しない家内と小生は,周りで見学です.イルカを飼育していくための経費とか,人件費などで料金設定されているのかもしれませんが,もう少し利用料金の割引などあると参加しやすいのかなぁ,と思いました.写真も高いです.
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Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<シュノーケリング付き/30分> |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/09/14 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/12 |
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We're so pleased to know that you had an amazing experience while out on your manta tour, and glad that our crew was able to show you other interesting sea creatures, too! We hope you will have the opportunity to join us aboard again sometime in the future. Aloha!