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Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Great Experience!
Reviewed by: Tori
We had so much fun! I believe we saw 4 or 5 Manta Rays. One kept doing flips and brushing against us. It was a great experience, and the crew was extremely nice and fun.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Tour [Late Evening Cruise] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/15 |
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
Sea Paradise Sunset Sail-NO Sailing!
Reviewed by: Mae
There was no sailing on this trip.The Manta rays are close to where the boat goes in the water. I thought we would have a nice sail while the sun was setting and then get in the water but that was not the case. This experience was both boring and exciting. You are in the water for 45 minutes lying flat with arms outstretched holding onto the handle on one of several connected "light boards"while you have your snorkeled face in the water, and are balancing a noodle under your ankles. You brush up against the people on either side of you.The motion of the ocean gets to be a bit much for many people. I heard a crew member say to another "at least no one puked this trip". I have never been sea sick but started feeling queasy and did get out with about 10 minutes to go. You can raise your arm and be escorted back to the boat at any time.You are provided with a half wet suit but still you get chilled. If you have any shoulder problems I would think twice about doing this trip. All that being said it was so cool when the Mantas did show up and swim right past you! There weren't many but I got some good video and stills with a camera that I borrowed from a friend. Maybe there is a better time of day or year to see more mantas? If you're positioned on a middle light board you have time to get the camera set because you will hear the people at the ends of the the light boards ooh and aah and cheer! I probably would not do this trip again but notice I didn't say never! The boat was nice , the crew was fine.
Aloha Mae,
We are so sorry to hear you found your experience less than stellar. We appreciate your feedback. We often do try to do some sailing prior to heading to the Manta Ray Village, however factors of getting the best viewing spot for our guests may have disrupted the sailing part as many times through out the year we'll have northern boats come down to view the manta's if they haven't been seeing any at their usual location. Our best recommendation for hanging on to the light rafts would be to not be tense, this can make for an unpleasant experience for anyone, including people with shoulder problems. It's best to relax and go with the flow of the ocean rather than against it. Although we are sad to hear you didn't enjoy your whole time with us, we are happy to hear you enjoyed the stars of the show. They are truly magical. We hope you'll give us another try on a return visit to the islands. Mahalo Nui Loa!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/19 |
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Luau
Reviewed by: Angie
We enjoyed our time at the Hilton. We did two luaus while in Hawaii and enjoyed this one by far over the other. The open bar was a nice touch. Never had to wait long in line. I appreciated being served by staff rather than having to get up during the show
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/25 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Beautiful experience
Reviewed by: Supria
Kaleo our guide was wonderful. He was very informative and being a resident of the valley, getting a tour from him was excellent.
He was very kind to take pictures for us.
The valley is breathtakingly beautiful. The trip down and up the valley was full of facts.
I highly recommend it.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/08 |
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Excellent!
Reviewed by: Char
The luau at Hilton Waikoloa Village was outstanding! The food was delicious, well prepared and all Covid precautions taken. The show was awesome, many different takes on Hawaiian dancing and singing. Appropriate for adults and children. I highly recommend it!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/09 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
A Magical Night!
Reviewed by: John
We loved the experience! Saw 6 to 8 mantas swimming near our little surfboard. They made multiple backflips just inches from us. Nice captain and guide.
Mahalo John for the 5 star review! WOW that is a lot of mantas. We are so happy that you had a great night. Mahalo for the shout out to your captain and crew too! We hope that we can see you again on your next visit!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/05 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Great fun for the family!
Reviewed by: Carli M.
We had a wonderful time at this luau. Our 4 year old enjoyed it and we all loved the food and drinks. Would recommend this luau to anyone searching for a family friendly luau!
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/27 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Fun family adventure
Reviewed by: Beth K
We had a great time with the family on this trip. Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. The kids really enjoyed seeing the wild horses.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/30 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Love Waipio Valley
Reviewed by: M. and C. Lee
My niece came to visit from Pennsylvania and loved Waipio Valley.
Douglas was a great tour guide and told wonderful stories. We learned about Waipio vegetation, including the beautiful Gardenia he picked for us. Douglas shared a story about how his grandparents ate Nonni, smelly fruit but healthy for you. Loved hearing about the people of the valley who do not have electricity but are hard working taro farmers. Mahalo Nui Loa Douglas.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/22 |
Hawaii Loa Kohala Luau & Dinner Show with Open Bar at Fairmont Orchid Waikoloa
Educational and fun!
Reviewed by: brightangel804
Had a great time learning about Hawaii History, enjoying the food and show.
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| Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/17 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Easiest snorkeling we've ever done
Reviewed by: Dave W
This is an amazing experience and it's so easy, you barely need to know how to swim. You just lay w/ your face in the water and the mantas come to you. Actually they come to feed on plankton which are attracted by the lights that the crew shine in the water. It's a super-cool experience and the crew on our boat were awesome. Highly recommended.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/19 |
Ocean Sports Kohala Coast Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar
Outstanding tour!
Reviewed by: Tiffany
Fabulous snorkel trip and sailing. Fantastic staff made it really special.
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| Packages: | Kohala Snorkel Adventure Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor [Apr 15 - Dec 14] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/19 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Amazing Luau Experience!
Reviewed by: Anais
Our party of 4 had a fantastic Luau experience as 1st timers. Even with the COVID restrictions in place, they did an excellent job. Amazing food, amazing story telling and even more fantastic dances. Get your tickets before they sell out!
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/13 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Magnificent views of the valley
Reviewed by: Jen P
My family really enjoyed this excursion and it was one of the highlights of our trip! We learned about this sacred ground and were able to capture amazing photos along the way! Hawaii’s largest waterfall, wild horses coming up to our van, and great family pictures were taken. Our driver, Daniel, was focused on our safety including following Covid safety protocols. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/16 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Experience of a lifetime!
Reviewed by: Nature lover
The captain and crew were very welcoming and calm. They were big on everyone having a fun & safe time. The manarays were AMAZING. There were at least 5 that continued to do somersaults within inches of my face.
Thank you for joining our tour!
We are thrilled to know you enjoy it! The night was amazing and we were happy to host you guys.
Please come back in the future.
Mahalo!"
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/05 |
Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Great way to see the Big Island in a day!
Reviewed by: Sandy and Phil
We were only on island for two days, so we had to make the most of it. Rich picked us up promptly and we set out with a total of nine passengers. The van was comfortable, and Rich had water and lunch ready for us, along with clean jackets and umbrellas for the chilly rainy segments of the trip. The drive was safe and pleasant, and Rich regaled us with information and stories. At each stop, he allowed us ample time and shared interesting information.
This was a wonderful day, and we not only saw the island but also learned a lot. Highly recommended, especially if you can get Rich as your driver/tour guide!
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| Packages: | Pick-up from Waikoloa Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/05 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Manta Ray night snorkeling
Reviewed by: Heather
An incredible experience, had no idea they were that big and they’d get as close as they did. We took all four of our kids ages from 11 to 20 and they all loved it!
Mahalo Heather for the 5 star review! We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. We are so happy that you all had a fantastic time on our manta ray night snorkel. Please come see us again on your next visit!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/26 |
Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Amazing experience and knowledgable guide
Reviewed by: Wade
Our family had a ton of fun gazing at the stars. Our guide Krystal was amazing. Her background in astronomy provided a unique experience. She provided so much information about Hawaii, the importance of the stars for Hawaiian navagation, and any other science questions our family had.
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| Packages: | From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/25 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Fun luau!
Reviewed by: Hannah
The Island Breeze luau was in a beautiful location next to the ocean and the dancers and musicians were excellent. The food was good and it was a fun atmosphere. They did a good job with everything with the COVID restrictions they had to follow.
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/14 |
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
My kids LOVED this show!
Reviewed by: Lval
As a parent of 7 year old twins, who seeks out kid friendly activities, I’m so grateful I chose this show. This was their first show since COVID. They offered a selection of kid friendly food which I appreciated. The rest of the food was amazing and the drinks were delicious! Now to the entertainment. This group of performers were so enthusiastic that the captured my kids attention the whole time. The story they told was beautiful. My kids were doing their best to follow the dancers moves and the waitstaff were so kind to compliment them. The fire dancer at the end got a standing ovation! From the music and performers to the food and staff, they all exceeded any expectations! Well done!
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/14 |
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Volcano circle tour
Reviewed by: David Embrey
Awana was awesome. He did a great job from the start by getting out group of 20 together in one van. His knowledge of the island’s as well as the big island was extensive. Never a dull moment he kept us laughing and taught us a great deal. All stops were as promised. Would do the tour again
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/10 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Great Experience!
Reviewed by: Kim
We saw a variety of humpback groups, including a mother with a very curious calf. We even saw one breech a few times! Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Took a lot of questions from the group. We also saw a group of manta rays on our way back to shore! My 4 year old had as equally good time as his grandparents. Would definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/02/22 |
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Unforgettable!
Reviewed by: Kaiya Cruz
This was one of the highlights when mt boyfriend and I visited Hawaii. The crew staff was amazing and very friendly. We ended up being the only two people on the sail boat so it was nice to have it all to ourselves. Would totally do it again!
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/20 |
Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Beautiful and Educational
Reviewed by: Happy Customer
We had a great time, our guide was super-nice, and we learned a lot about the flora and fauna of the island, as well as farming in different micro-climates.
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| Packages: | 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/08 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Amazing day trip
Reviewed by: mormr
Another wonderful snorkel trip with these folks. Great attention to detail, safety & passenger enjoyment.
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and taking the time to review us. We are thrilled you had a wonderful time. We hope to see you soon!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/22 |
Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Mauna kea star gazing
Reviewed by: Carol
It was a unique experience. Rich, our tour guide was very informative. We learned a lot about the history of the island of Hawaii as he drove us to different must see locations like the cave, water falls, historic sites. We also learned about plants, volcanoes, fissures, and stars in a day! We saw nebula, galaxies, a couple of satellites, shooting stars and learned about so many other stars in our constellation! It was very educational! Really appreciated it a lot!
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| Packages: | From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/12 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
GREAT trip!
Reviewed by: Mickie
This is a wonderful whale watching tour. The crew is super knowledgeable and entertaining. We spotted a bunch of whales and had a great time. We would highly recommend this tour! Sam and Ryan are awesome!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your Whale Watch cruise for the Veltra Community (and us). We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got to see so many Humpbacks. We also appreciate your comments about our crew (we have to agree, Captains Sam and Ryan are both great guys, and we're honored they choose to work with us).
We hope we'll get to share more adventures with you next time you're in "our neighborhood"!
Mahalo
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/13 |
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Tremendous experience and a lot of fun to boot.
Reviewed by: Mark Dyre
The guide was very informative and showed us all of the unique characteristics of the valley. Would take the tour again and it was a lot of fun for all eight of us.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/12/24 |
Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist
What an amazing tour. We saw so many dolphins
Reviewed by: Mrs Jones
Our captain and Amy were Amazing! We saw so many schools of spinner dolphins. Amy told us when to look and where to see some amazing things. They let us enjoy our ride and even almost got to see a whale, it got away. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Private Glassbottom Reef Tour (up to 24 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/04 |
Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest
Highy recommend this trip to anyone thinking to do it. Its AMAZING!
Reviewed by: Mrs Jones
Nick, Liz and the other girl whos name I can't remember were amazing! They accommodated all our needs and beyond. Sea Quest is awesome. They charged my phone for me while we went out, because my battery was almost dead. Came back and had 74%. Thanks so much to our Captain, our mermaids lol and the rest of the amazing team, for an amazing time and for an unforgettable memory
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| Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/01/04 |
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Aloha Tori,
Thanks for joining us and taking the time to review us. They are truly magical marine species. We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you soon!