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Big Island Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]
Great trip!
Reviewed by: Mickey
Great Whale watching trip out of A Bay! The crew was easy going, informative and interesting.
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [Holona Speed Powerboat] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/03 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Great experience!
Reviewed by: Kara
we were nervous at first swimming at night, but we had a wonderful time and would do it again!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/22 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
初出航ながら運良く大遭遇！
Reviewed by: きゅう
出航して5分ほどで逢えました！
その後も続々とブロー・ブリーチング・テールスラップ・ペックスラップを見せてくれました。
距離はけっして近くなかったけれど、これだけ頻繁に“ダンス”を魅せてくれたので大満足です。
宿泊していたヒルトン・ワイコロアが運良く海側最突端の部屋でしたが、朝や昼に海を眺めていると遠くでブロー＆ブリーチングをしている姿が見えます。
ツアーに参加したのは3月初旬でしたが、頻繁に出逢えるホエールウォッチングには最適・絶好の時期のようです。
好天に恵まれて、多少の波はありましたが心配していた船の揺れも少なく、快適な船の旅でした。
出航前の待ち時間45～60分ほど。日除けのない砂浜で待つので天気の良い日は十分な日焼け対策と水分補給の準備を！
砂浜から小型のグラスボートで本船まで移動します。足が波に洗われるので濡れてもよい恰好で！
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| Packages: | 10:30発／ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/03 |
2.5-hour Dolphins & Whale Watch Raft Adventure Tour from Keauhou Bay [Dec-Mar]
Whale Watching 2.5 hour boat excursion
Reviewed by: Jc
Very nice experience on a beautiful day. Saw a whale and many dolphins.
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| Packages: | Dolphins & Whale Discovery Adventure [Dec-Mar] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/13 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ 2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察！＜12～3月／軽食付き／英語ガイド／カイルアコナ発＞
クジラは遠くで潮を吹いていました！
Reviewed by: Ken
ハワイは20回近くいっていますが、今まではゴルフ目的でしたが、歳を重ね(79歳)同伴者がいなくなり今回は妻と妻の友達２人でした。
女性陣の希望で初めてホエールウォッチングをしました。
ガイドは英語で理解出来ませんでしたが、船は懸命にクジラを追っているな感じは伝わって跳ねるきましたが、近くでの遭遇出来ず、遠くで微かに吹き上がる潮と跳ねる黒いクジラが一瞬見られました。
大満足は出来ませんでしたが、期待感は十分でした。
帰路船からみるハワイ島の海岸に打ち上げてある白い波しぶきは地上では見られない迫力ある光景でした。
船の軽食はパスタが一品だけで期待ハズレでした。
乗船前に個人情報等をＰＣに入力する作業があり、時間がかかりましたので、乗船時間は余裕を持って行かれると良いと思います。
Thank you for joining us on your first whale-watching adventure and for sharing your experience. We truly appreciate your visit and your feedback. While we’re glad you enjoyed the stunning views of the Big Island’s coastline, we understand that whale sightings can sometimes be at a distance, as these magnificent creatures move freely in their natural habitat. As a proud NOAA-compliant tour operator, we respectfully maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from whales to ensure their safety and well-being while providing the best viewing opportunities possible.
We also appreciate your feedback on the snack offerings and will take it into consideration as we continually strive to enhance our guest experience. Mahalo for choosing Body Glove Cruises, and we hope to welcome you aboard again for another adventure!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Others |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/13 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ 2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察！＜12～3月／軽食付き／英語ガイド／カイルアコナ発＞
ジャンプ見ました！
Reviewed by: HIDE
実際に船に乗って鯨を見るのは初めてで、近くで見れて迫力がありました。たまたま2頭いたのでかなりラッキーでした。何度か海面に上がってきてくれたのも最高でした。
天気と運次第。こればかりは、どうにもなりません！
Thank you for joining us! We appreciate your patronage and are so happy you had a wonderful time!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/27 |
グラスボトムボートクルーズ ＜カイルアコナ発・英語ガイド＞
ハワイ島の海の中
Reviewed by: chim
海に入りたくない高齢の母と、せっかく初めてのハワイ島だからシュノーケルで海の中を見てみたい私。どちらの希望も叶えてくれたのがこのグラスボートでした。
色とりどりの珊瑚〜とまではいきませんでしたが、予想より水の透明度が高く、そこそこ魚も見られました。イルカも遭遇しましたよ！ヒレしか見えませんでしたが。
スタッフも明るく親切、英語のほとんど話せない私達でも充分楽しめました。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Super cool
Reviewed by: Kara
My family had a wonderful experience! we saw plnety of rays even my wife and son from the boat.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/30 |
ハワイ島 アトランティス潜水艦 ハワイの海底アドベンチャー ＜日本語オーディオガイド＞
貴重な体験でした
Reviewed by: どり
あこがれの潜水艦を体験することができました。潜っていくときはワクワクしました。もう少し安ければよいのですが。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/25 |
Kohala Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean Sports [Dec - Mar]
Absolutely the Best Fun
Reviewed by: D&J
The Captain and Crew were amazing and informative. It was such a Great Time. Would so go Again!! A Perfect Evening for it.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Sail. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the service and information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to watch the sunset while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend one of yours with us and that you'd consider joining us onboard another time.
Mahalo and A Hui
P.S. Thanks for posting that beautiful photo too!
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| Packages: | [A-Bay Departure] Waikoloa Sunset Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/10 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
神秘的な体験
Reviewed by: GMC
クジラの鳴き声を始めて聞きました。船長さんの的確なコメントと乗客のノリの良さが相まって楽しい雰囲気の中、あっという間の1時間半でした。
Mahalo -- we're honored you chose to join us!
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| Packages: | 10:30発／ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/06 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Great tour!
Reviewed by: Kazzie
As we left the shoreline, the captain noticed several whales breaching in the distance. He asked if we wanted to go past the reef to see it and we all said yes, of course. We spent most of the 30 minutes whale watching from a distance. On our return trip, the crew still found time to pass over the reef and explain several interesting details not only about the reef but the animals the call it home. It was a great time and the crew did a great job!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your experiences aboard the Glass Bottom Boat. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got a chance to see the Humpbacks too!
We know there are a lot of activity providers to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to join us onboard.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Eventful
Reviewed by: Kara
3 manta rays out, so scary but so beautiful! a memory our kids will get to have forever!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/29 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Siblings and Spouses on a get away experience.
Reviewed by: Kona and Hilo Fun
Great fun and experience. The crew were exceptional. They were very professional and knowledgeable.
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and your interactions with our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to spend the morning while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of one of yours with us.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/18 |
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Simply the BEST!!!
Reviewed by: Mary Rangel
Words cannot describe how amazing this crew is on their ship! They are very knowledgeable. Loved the experience and would 100% go on another trip with them in the future. You will not be disappointed!!!
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/28 |
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Awesome views
Reviewed by: Kara
Kona water is so clear we had wonderful views during this trip.
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/13 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Awesome experience!
Reviewed by: Mark/Michele Heckman
The trip of a lifetime (to Hawaii) included an experience of a lifetime (Glass bottom boat scenic cruise)! We saw many beautiful sea creatures in a coral laden ocean! Even a sea turtle surfaced for a few breaths before taking a dive into the turquoise waters again. The captains and naturalist answered questions about the water and its inhabitants. A job well done from beginning to end! Mahalos!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and your interactions with our crew, and most importantly, got an opportunity to see such a wide variety of marine life.
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 join us on board.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/14 |
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Six Amazing Mantas and Rolling Waves
Reviewed by: Jackie
Night snorkeling with the manta rays was incredible! We had a wonderful show from six different rays the entire time we were in the water. The guides were all very friendly and helpful. They assist with wetsuits before you board, then assist with masks onboard, and assist with floating noodles and less-experienced swimmers while in the water.
A word of warning - the water (and subsequently, the boat) were rolling intensely once we left the dock. And once you leave the dock, there is nowhere to go to get away from the rolling. Several individuals succumb to seasickness on our cruise. Not sure if maybe the ocean was just rough on our night, or if this amount of rocking is normal. Either way, I would advise caution if you are sensitive to motion sickness or vertigo.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/29 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Wow!!
Reviewed by: Kara
An experience like we never had before, the manta rays are gentle giants and the boat guides made our tour even more easy!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/22 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Family Loved!
Reviewed by: Kara
6 members all different ages had so much fun and felt more comfortable then expected in the ocean during evening!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/15 |
野生のマンタ シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞
目の前をマンタが泳ぐのが見えた。
Reviewed by: RygerSeven
夕方六時十五分。ハーバーに集合。トイレは近くの公衆トイレのみ。きれいではない。乗船して近くのポイントに行く。船の中でブリーフィングをするが、英語が分からなくても何とかなると思う。十五分ほどの移動でポイントにつく。マスクとシュノーケルは貸してくれるが、度付きではないので、視力が悪い人は自分のマスクを用意することをお勧めする。船の後部から海に降りる。一メートルほどの長さの浮き具をもって水上に固定してある金属製のバーまで泳ぐ。そこで浮き具を足の甲において、両手は金属製のバーを持ち水面に平行になるように浮く。下を眺めるとライトが下方向に照らしているのが分かる。しばらくするとマンタが下から海面に向かって泳いでくる。こちらに向かってくるような感じがして迫力がある。ただひとによっては暗い中でマンタがやってくるので恐怖を感じるかもしれない。小さい子供だと怖がるかもしれない。この体制を一時間ほどする。私は最初の二十分で十分と感じた。残りの四十分は結構長く感じた。一時間ほど海面に浮いてから船に戻り、船の中でトイレを済ませて、飲み物を飲んでから下船した。下船したのは八時過ぎだとおもう。ここからワイコロアまで一時間ほどかかって帰るので、ワイコロアに戻るのは十時前になり、運転手は結構疲れると思う。それでも迫力のあるマンタには満足した。
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/13 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Manta Fun!
Reviewed by: Maya
The staff was fun and kept us all in good spirits!
Not everyone in my party was comfortable in the water but the staff came around and kept checking on them until they relaxed.
The sight of the Mantas was unbelievable!!!
Thanks Iruka!!!!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/25 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Fun experience with great guides!
Reviewed by: Paul Feng
We saw fish, turtle, sea urchins, sea cucumbers and had a great time! Guide and captain were very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend for a quick and short excursion!!! We stayed at Hilton Waikoloa and we were 5 min drive.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the information provided by our crew. We know there are a lot of ways to spend the morning when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of one of yours with us and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/07 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
So much fun and extremely memorable! Definitely a bucket list item for the Big Island!
Reviewed by: Rose B
This was my first time snorkeling with manta rays, so I was a little apprehensive. But the crew members were reassuring and had a "chill" attitude that put me at ease. They also explanined everything very well. Also, expect that you might not see manta rays right away. I think it took almost a half hour before they appeared in our area of the bay. But overall, this was so much fun as seeing these otherworldly creatures up close was amazing!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/29 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Wow!!
Reviewed by: Kara
Gentle giants for certain!! What amazing creatures to get to play around with in the water
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/28 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Just do it, amazing experience!
Reviewed by: Isabella ferreira
The crew was really nice, and we have such a great experience. I was scared at first, but swimming with the mantas was really cool. This is definitely a must do in your trip to Kona.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/18 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Great time!
Reviewed by: Brian
The evening manta ray tour was amazing!! Crew was great, Trevor, Scott, Mitch were all top notch. Diego? Well, okay, he was great too! Ha! Seriously, fun crew, AMAZING manta rays, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thanks!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/09 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Great experience, fun crew!
Reviewed by: dces
Great experience, fun crew! Everyone in our group loved it and if the opportunity ever presents itself we'd do it again!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/11 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Loved this!
Reviewed by: Kara
We were a bit nervous about being in the water at night, but not to worry as the guides make the whole evening experience comfortable!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/12 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Once in a lifetime
Reviewed by: Kara
It was such a fabulous and unreal experience, the scared part left my body right when we started seeing the rays as they are so gentle!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/08 |
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