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Big Island Afternoon Whale Watch Tour from Kona - Body Glove Cruises [Dec - Mar]
Humpy
Reviewed by: Michele
We were able to see a couple humpback whales, no breach but that was ok. Saw back & the tails! Wild creatures don't always do what we wish, but we saw them! Also saw 4 hammerhead sharks, bottle nose dolphin & a spinner dolphin. Great experience.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/23 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Great ride and lots of whale sitings
Reviewed by: TEACUP202
We had an awesome time and saw more tails and fins than we had hoped for. We loved the running commentary on whales and learned lots. Thanks to the entire crew for a wonderful cruise, even though the waters were choppy. We highly recommend this tour!
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/20 |
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Super Cool
Reviewed by: Larissa
Totally awesome experience, did the moonlight snorkel with the manta rays. The crew was awesome it was a nice small size of 6 people and such a great experience. They swim so close to you and are so incredibly cool
Thank you for taking the time to review your trip. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the manta tour. Hope to be able to serve you in the future.
Aloha,
Sea Paradise
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Tour [Late Evening Cruise] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/13 |
Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
Manta Rays @ Night
Reviewed by: Jan B
Fantastic experience!! I loved the shorty wetsuits as it was cool at night. Water was quite choppy, but still happy the event was not cancelled. A few people did get motion sickness. 5 manta rays gave wonderful viewing.
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/06 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Whale watching was great.
Reviewed by: Barbara from WI
We had a great time on the morning whale watching cruise. The catamaran was large and comfortable. The crew was extremely knowledgeable. We saw a few whales and happened upon one bottle nose dolphin.
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/13 |
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＞
楽しめました。
Reviewed by: みみみ
主人の父と3人で参加しました。
遠くでしたがクジラのジャンプも見れとても感動しました。
次回はもっと近くで観察できたらと思います。
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| Packages: | 8:00発／ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/11 |
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＞
チラッと
Reviewed by: tma
遠くにチラッと3回ほど確認できました。
ただ写真には収まらない程の遠くで一瞬でした。
ただ、クルーズとして楽しめました。
スタッフの皆さんは一切日本語が喋れませんがとてもフレンドリーでした。
この後のオアフ島で参加したイルカウォッチングで偶然に何度もクジラを近くで見れたので良かったです。
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/22 |
Wahine Charters - Kona Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Guide [Dec - Mar]
Whales are awesome
Reviewed by: grace
This service was fantastic, our captain was really knowledgeable and friendly. We saw whales and dolphins and our captain was really accommodating and nice. It was a beautiful boat and wonderful that it was just a few people.
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| Packages: | Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/04 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
wake up call with whales 8:00 am
Reviewed by: hank
all members of are group, which their 6 of us, had a great time. It was exciting to see a whale breach the water and wave her fin seeming to say hi.
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/12 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
We saw whales but the boat was so-so
Reviewed by: Anonymous
We've been on multiple whale tours over the years. We saw multiple whales but the boat was crowded and pretty dated. The microphone didn't work for the first 30 minutes and they never used the hydrophone after mentioning that they had one. Definitely not the "spacious deck with ample seating for all passengers and first class amenities" as advertised. The Kawaihae Harbor location is setup weird. After arriving and checking in we had to board a bus for a 5 minute ride to the boat. Every cruise in the past allowed us to park and then walk on without a shuttle bus. The crew was friendly.
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/08 |
Big Island Afternoon Whale Watch Tour from Kona - Body Glove Cruises [Dec - Mar]
Exceptional service
Reviewed by: Terry
All the crew were knowledgeable, friendly and super helpful. Didn't see any whales but we had a great time anyway!
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
Unbelievable!
Reviewed by: caseypaul@aol.com
You have to do this activity! If you love sea creatures, and have not done this before, go for it! The Hula Kai is the way to go. Other tours are available, but the Hula Kai us the best outfit. Plan it early in the trip. It is highly unlikely that the Mantas will not show up, but if they don't, go again. It is only a couple of hours, and a reliable great time. You don't need to be an experienced snorkel / scuba person, they have a system all worked out. Very easy in and out of the water. Go for it!
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Close Encounters with Huge Mantas
Reviewed by: Celia L
My husband and I enjoyed the evening of going out on a canoe and then getting in the water and holding on to a lighted surf board to observing the huge mantas come right up to you! The young crew members were very friendly and helpful. They did provide a wet suit top but I regretted not having my full wet suit. Although it is in the "warm" Hawaiian water- after 30 minutes the water does steal your bodies warmth. So that would be my only suggestion to the average tourist. Despite the cold near the end, it was such a unique encounter that the amazing mantas- we were thrilled!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/18 |
Volcano Lava Ocean Boat Tour - Daytime, Sunrise & Sunset Active Lava Viewing
A Thrill Ride and a Natural Marvel
Reviewed by: Randall F.
I'm not a religious person, but something about this experience felt sacred; crashing through rolling waves along stretches of completely uninhabited shoreline, and then coming to rest with the boat surrounded by thick volcanic smoke. Looking out through breaks in the white clouds, you can't help but feel a vague sense that you've left the world you're familiar with behind—that you've breached some dividing line and are now in a place still under the control of something incalculably ancient. This tour is refreshing, in that the excitement of a new experience will invigorate you, but it's also physically demanding. The boat ride can be a bit difficult to bear at times. That said, I wouldn't let that discourage you. Trust your own judgement, but go into it fully aware that the trip out to the lava flow is not a pleasure cruise.
Yes this is an ocean adventure out to see one of earths rarest attractions mahalo for joining us Randle and experiencing the magic of lava touching the sea.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/06 |
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＞
酔い止め要るかも
Reviewed by: kkk
海で待機している潜水艦に乗るまでは、桟橋から船で移動します。移動中は乗組員さんが何か話してくれるのですが、英語が分からないため理解できず……。
潜水艦の中では、ヘッドフォンで日本語の解説が聞けます。
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| Packages: | ワイコロア地区送迎 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Glass bottom fun!
Reviewed by: Tehra
My family and I enjoyed the boat ride. The staff was amazing and the scenery was beautiful in the water. Would definitely go again!
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/15 |
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Manta Ray Swim
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the swim with the Manta Rays - the staff on the boat were perfect, snacks were provided and we saw lots of Manta Rays, the sunset was beautiful.
Thanks Again
Thanks for joining us at Sea Paradise aboard the Hokulani! We are happy you enjoyed our manta ray tour :)
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Tour [Late Evening Cruise] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/30 |
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Atlantis Submarine
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the Submarine Ride - the staff on the boat were very knowledgeable and we saw lots of cool things at the bottom of the ocean
Thanks Again
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/30 |
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Simply amazing
Reviewed by: Pernille
We didn't have the best start for our manta ray snorkeling - trouble checking in for our flight the day after stressed us a lot, so we were not really in the mood. But despite me getting pretty seasick, being in the water and experiencing these magnificent and majestic fish feeding was an amazing experince. I so much wanna do it again - but next time without being seasick :) Thanks to the crew and captain for being so nice to me
We are happy you had a pleasurable experience minus being seasick. It does affect some of us more than others. We always have remedies on board to assist with seasickness. A Hoi Hou!
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/05 |
Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Mantas
Reviewed by: Barb
Very cool experience. There were 12 Mantas swimming around us. The crew were safety conscious and handled a guy that freaked out in the water very professionally. No shame and wanted everyone to have a good time. Hot Chocolate provided with fresh fruit.
Awesome! Glad you had a good time and thank you for the positive feedback.
Capt. Tim
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| Packages: | Moonlight Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/17 |
Big Island Manta Ray Snorkel Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Sunset & Night Tours
manta adventure
Reviewed by: Bill Nott
It turned out to be just the two of us on the cruise,,,It was great fun and swimming with those sea behemoths is magical! Our two person crew were very gracious and gave a wonderful view of the rays and other island animals...and it included sushi!
Aloha, Bill! We're pleased to learn that you had "great fun" and a "magical swim" with the mantas while aboard with Kona Ocean Experience! Mahalo for your kind compliments regarding our crew and the overall tour. We hope that you may have a chance to join us again sometime in the future for another memorable tour!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/03 |
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＞
やっぱり大好きなツアー！
Reviewed by: たーさん
今回で3回目ですが、何回参加してもいいですね。
本当に夢の中にいるような素敵な時間です。
今回は前半全く現れず、諦めて船に戻りウエットスーツを脱いでココアを飲んでいたら現れたではありませんか！
急いでカメラ持ってそのままの恰好でシュノーケルギアだけ付けて海に戻りました。
会えてよかったです～！
Aloha and Mahalo for taking the time to review your trip. We hope to see you again!
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/10 |
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Cool Submarine Experience
Reviewed by: Troy and Sjoen
Lots of neat stuff at the bottom, and a very comfy ride.
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/06 |
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Amazing time with mantas
Reviewed by: FJC
Eka Canoe provided a great tour. The small group size gave a really good guide/tourist ratio. The fact that the boat sailed from Keauhou Bay meant that we only had a short (about five minutes) ride to the viewpoint. The experience of watching these creatures was fantastic. They are wild animals, so one never knows what to expect. I did not see the "inverted loop" feeding behaviour that is usually shown in promotional videos, but I saw four mantas cruising mid-way between the bottom and the surface. It was a remarkable experience. The crew and guide looked after us well. They were booked up for the remaining evenings that I had on the Big Island or I would have returned for a repeat tour!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/09 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
A perfect Father's Day!
Reviewed by: Amy B.
I purchased this excursion for my dad for Fathers Day....it was the perfect gift. Frankie was a great captain...lots of info and very personable. He let my son drive the boat...which was a highlight not only for my son...but also my dad....a very proud grandpa! I would highly recommend this trip.
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/19 |
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Awesome
Reviewed by: Perlyn
This activity was totally worth it. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. The canoe was very cool, too. We saw plenty of manta rays. If you like small groups for night snorkel, then this is your best bet. Hot cocoa was provided after the swim. We had a lot of fun! This is definitely a must-do and I highly recommend Eka Canoe for your reservation!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/06 |
Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Best Manta Experience
Reviewed by: Mindy
I've taken three different groups on three different manta swims and this one was the best! I really liked how we were tethered to the boat so that inexperienced snorkelers and people that got cold could easily climb back on the boat while the rest of us could continue to enjoy the mantas. Because we were on the moonlight swim, we were in the harbor by ourselves by the end. All the mantas (four total that night) were ours to observe. It was awesome.
This is really a must-do for your Big Island trip.
Thank you for your wonderful review on our Moonlit Manta Snorkel. We are so pleased your tour was such a success. It is our goal to have every person rate us as the best snorkel tours in Kona! You just described the advantages of doing the Moonlit tour. I always recommend this tour to people with children. Because there are only two to three boats at the later tour time, this allows us to tether the light board directly to the boat instead of swimming the light board in the middle of twenty something boats and their light boards to give you the best show. Some parents might have to switch out with their partner if they bring their young children (toddler's and babies are always welcome). There might also be children and/or adults that have some apprehension and would prefer to have the boat near by as a comfort. We hope you will remember us on your next trip to Kona. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Moonlight Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/01 |
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Great!!
Reviewed by: Jemma
Crew were great, really entertaining! Pointed out interesting points, and we even saw a black tip reef shark, was amazing!! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/06 |
Hilo Boat Adventure - Waterfalls Sightseeing & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Should advertise a disclaimer
Reviewed by: Tammy Sharp
Although the pictures and video that we took were amazingly beautiful and it is probably the best way to see the waterfalls on the island. There should be a disclaimer along with the advertisement of the tour for people with bad backs or next and probably awful younger children and senior citizens. The ride itself as horrible as far as comfortability . The water being so rough around the coast line added with no seat belts or cushioning on the aluminum boat itself made for a horrible ride. There was one point when I was actually in tears because of the pain and shock to my back from the intensity of being thrown back into the seat.
Thanks for your feedback and a 4 star review but were a bit confused about your review? First off what store advertisement are you referring to we have you booking online? The cushions are 4 inches thick as well 2 inches on the backrests so not sure why you mention no pads were available? Seat belts on a boat, that would be quite dangerous? Did you ever notify the crew of your discomfort during trip and where were you seated? We advise that smoother rides are near the rear of the vessel during the safety briefing.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/26 |
Morning Whale Watch & Snorkel BBQ Cruise (from Kailua-Kona Pier)
super day!
Reviewed by: Kimbelry
The naturalist Denver was a great person to visit with and very knowledgeable. Crew friendly and accommodating.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/21 |
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