Reviewed by: Sylvia
The tour was excellent and the guide had a lot of passion for what he does, so it was kind of contagious. He told us a lot of interesting stories making the trip very entertain. Dinner was very good and they provide us with coats and globes which we really needed. Then we had a second stop to explain to us about the telescopes and what is being measured. Finally we arrived at the top. I must admit I got very sick, but the guide had warned us that it could happen and recommended to sit on the floor. That is exactly what I did. I didn’t like the feeling at all, but I saw the most beautiful sunset that I have ever seen so it was worth the bad 5 minutes feeling LOL but I wouldn’t recommend it to people with heart problems. After the breath taking view we went down and watch the starts through a telescope. The guide explained a lot of things I didn’t know. I am not very knowledgeable about astronomy but I really learned a lot and enjoy the time. I will definitely recommend it as a must see
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We just came back from our honeymoon in the Big Island. We took this whale watch trip, and I must say this was by far the most enjoyable sailing trip we did in Hawaii. Being Discovery Channel lovers, we were so excited to see the real whales in front of us! We can't wait to go back there someday. Five stars!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Overall, this trip was fantastic, and you'll never see another sunset and night sky like it anywhere else. However, be wary of poor food (bring a sandwich) that is offered, and make sure your bus has air conditioning that works since it can be a long ride up the side of the mountain in 90+ heat.
Pros:
Great trip
Romantic
Educational
Cons:
No air conditioning in the van
Poor food
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Overall the tour was enjoyable, but it could have been better. The driver forgot to pick me up at my hotel and I had to call to remind them. The driver/guide gave a great deal of information about everthing, so much so that the constant talk became a blur after a while. The sights we saw were great for a first timer to the island, but if I were to come back, I would stay on the west coast and drive over to see the volcano.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Gary
The Snorkel Cruise was one of our top two activities. We very much enjoyed the cruise out to the Black Sand Beach. We saw some whales along the route. We enjoyed the snorkeling even more. This was our first ocean snorkeling cruise experience. We had snorkeled a little bit over the years but no where with as much color and marine life. Highly recommended whether you have snorkeled or not. The staff is very helpful and seem to enjoy their job. (if you can call that a job). Makes it a great experience. Very convenient launch from the Waikoloa Marriot. Very nice for us because that is where we stayed. Others were shuttled there and I am sure that was no problem either. Nice activity. Would do again.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Gina
Awesome experience, you really feel like you are at the top of the world. Beautiful view and spectacular sunset.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: rebecca
We had a super time and saw plenty of whales. Excellent crew, very informative and friendly!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Louise Huckabay
It was my first time to snorkel and I was a little nervous but the staff helped me and my experience was amazing. They went to great lengths to see that my experience was a good one.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Beverly Quek
Our tour guide Sharon was wonderful!! She was very informative and knew the history and tour sites very well. She was also funny and entertaining even though our group was not very responsive at first. She made us laugh in the end.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Merla Salongcong
Alltogether it was a great experience. Everything was so well organized. Our guide, Anne, is AWESOME! She's very knowledgeable about everything we saw that evening and her enthusiasm is very much appreciated and infectious. She made the whole experience even better! Thanks guys!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great way to see the highlights of Hilo and the volcano. Good price for it too.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Erin
I went on this tour alone and found it very informative with lots to do even if you have nobody to share it with. The other tourists were very friendly and helped me take plenty of pictures and the tour guide was a sponge of information!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was fun because we were able to go see different things along the tour and learn about the island. Thank you.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Breath Taking Experience. Great Guide.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Angela and Dan
We booked this trip because Dan is very interested in astronomy. As we drove up to the summit we began to understand the magnificence of the view. The sunset was unbelievable and the experience unforgettable. When we came down the mountain to do our stargazing I saw the moon through the telescope as I have never seen it before. The detail of the craters was amazing. It was a beautiful evening and night. Thank you.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Karen
the stargazing afterwards was fantastic
the guides were both fantastic
absolutely perfect!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: SnowMan
This is the most amazing / moving / breathtaking / spectacular tour I've ever taken in my life... Growing up in a city, I've never seen a night sky like that before... i thought i was seeing a cloud, but turned out to be the Milky Way... there were literally millions of stars in the sky... made me feel that we are a part of this vast galaxy...
the drive to Mauna Kea was fun... Pat, the guide, even stopped our vehicle to see the owl by the road... I even got to see the state bird, Nene, at the Onizuka Space Center...
Mauna Kea is such a spritual place, and I will never forget the sunset.. Oh, you have to take a tour to go up to the summit since you need a permit... it's not like Haleakala on Maui where everyone can go..
Do this tour if you are going to be in the Big Island... I recommend everyone to do this tour... Just amazing!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Cain
WOW! What a fun evening! We were reluctant to do this activity but it turned out be the most enjoyable of all of our adventures in Hawaii. You would never know you were in Hawaii atop this beautiful snow capped mountain. The sights are unbelievable and the sunset probably the best you will ever see. The staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating. This is a must do activity in Hawaii. You won稚 be disappointed.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mary
WE had a great time. Learned alot. Our guide Gordon was wonderful.Full of information, my husband thought he had studied this in college and he had not.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was great! We could hear the earth's heart beat here. My five year old wanted to know more about the volcano after the trip, he didn't stop asking me questions!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Dusty
For you avid birdwatchers, this trip is a must do for the Big Island. You can't catch all the birds on the island without this tour. We only missed one native to Hawai'i! For this tour, we saw them all.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Having grown up in Hawaii, I have grown very fond of Mauna Kea and it is definitely my favorite place to be. This trip, though pricey, is well worth the expense. When will you ever see both the North Star and Southern Cross in one place? And when will you ever feel like you can just reach out and touch the stars. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions and concerns. This is by far the best tour I have ever taken on the Hawaiian islands. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unique adventure or anyone interested in the stars!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Carolyn S. Nelson
Over many years of taking tours, I have seen many tour guides. However Buck Pelley ranks at the top of the stack. He is incredibly knowledgeable on such topics as geology, astronomy, plant life, and the history of the area. I hope that Buck remains as a tour guide. I would take another tour with him anytime anywhere.
The only thing that I would improve on the tour is the dinner. Although I understand the challenge of bringing food to the top of Mona Kea, the fish could have been hotter with a lot less salt. While the soup was good it was barely warm. Cookies were excellent
Best wishes,
Carolyn Nelson
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Kyla Sawyer
Absolutely amazing chance to view a sunset from the top of the world!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Dale Spady
The drive up the volcano is "trip" in itself. The steep, winding, narrow road with a shear dropoff on the side is a pulse pounder. Be ready for the thin atmosphere at the top. Overall, it was an exciting and very unique experience that I would recommend to all adults.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Brad Handy
Polynesian Adventure Tours has very knowledgeable staff members. They share information freely during the tour, which is a great asset in learning more about Hawai'ian history and the volcanoes specifically.
The only problem my wife and I had was how much talking went on. While the information was welcome at times, it seemed the talking never stopped. For some this may be perfect, but it was a little overwhelming/annoying for us.
Overall, the tour went well and the sites were spectacular.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Brad
What a wonderful tour and an incredible and knowledgeable tour guide. We will never look at the stars in the same way. Don't miss this while on the Big Island, it's an awesome trip!
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: SFBayArea
This was a wonderful, amazing tour! The sunset view from the summit of Mauna Kea is incomparable. I felt like I was standing on top of the world. The stargazing was also wonderful. I never saw the stars so clearly before. My tour guide was Buck, who gave us a great astronomy beginner's lesson. He also was very professional, and knowledgeable about other aspects such as the culture, history, and environmental ecology of the island. I highly recommend this trip to everyone. Bring gloves and a knitted cap--you will use them. The tour company will provide parkas. Cookies and hot chocolate before stargazing was a nice touch!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: D.ALDRIDGE
BEST NIGHTTIME ACTIVITY WE'VE EVER TAKEN PART IN !!!
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
日本の方は私たち以外どなたも参加されておりませんでしたが、素晴らしいサンセットが見られました。
感激です。
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
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