Reviewed by: Robyn
Being residents of Hawaii, and being born and raised on the Big Island did not prevent me from finding this an awesome adventure!! Loved it, I recommended that my friends and family take this tour as well.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Tony
all I can say about this tour is "wow" if you have never ever paddled in a kayak befor no problem with on tour your guides will teach you how get in and balance yourself, how to hold your paddle, how to paddle toeghter, how to get in and out of your kayak in open water even if you have never done it before because that person was me. My wife and I had the best time toeghter trying to see everything thats going on around you. After they show you how to do everything you just start paddiling out of the bay with your guides along the coast line. Just as we rounded the corner a pod of dolphins swaw by us they were about 100 yrds away from us but what a treat. We stoped for a short break and they showed us how to get in and out of the kayak in the open ocean, then we went cliff to the blow hole paddled in and out of the cave jumped off the cliff then went around to another bay to have lunch and snorkle. Well all I can say we were the first around the corner with our guide and a pod of dol
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Tony
My wife did the early morning 3.5 hour trip and we loved it. This was the first time that me and my wife had ever kayaked, the tour guides show you how to do everything from balancing your kayak to getting in and out of your kayak in the open ocean. We seen a pod of dolphins on the way out of the bay, that was great, then we followed the shore line. at one point we were able to paddle into a small cave with a blow hole, and then several members of the tour jumped off the cliff over the cave. It was a bit too high for us so we watched. But we were able to paddle out before the rest with one guide and when we were just around the corner the same pod of dolphins swam under and by us. Several of the dolphins were within touching distance of our kayak. My wife was so in awe she could barely get the camera out! The snacks were yummy and the guides wonderful!. We were able to wander and snorkel at a second sight that had a cove and a shorter cliff that we jumped off! If you can take t
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Alison
This was a fantastic experience and very unique. Never expected the manta rays to come soo close. Hope my pics come out. Will definitely do again when I come back to the Big Island. Highly recommend for everyone, was a very easy snorkel and NOT scary at all.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Tony
The luau was good food was great staff were great the show was ok and they would'nt let you video tape the show. It rained on us for a little while before we ate but it cleared up after and we didn't have to go inside but all in all it was a fun time
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Lori & Craig
This was our first trip to Hawaii, and we thought the luau was a great value! The food was great, and since our room looked over the luau area, we got to see the pig being put in the imu pit early in the day, and then experienced how great it tasted hours later!
Unfortunately our luau was rained out just as the show started, and though we got a raincheck for the show, we had another event planned for luau nights and could only come late into the show. I think we missed a good portion of the fire dancers as we only saw one guy. What we did see was great though!
I'd definitely do it again.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Doug
Overall, it was a fun experience to be in a submarine. We got to see a pod of dolphins, so that was exciting. It's like scuba diving but you don't get wet. Pretty neat. The pier is a walking distance from downtown Kona, so it was very close to our hotel.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a wonderful time! The food was amazing and the experience was very fun. The staff was very friendly. I would definitely go back!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: nittany2
The trip to Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, etc was GREAT!!! Our driver talked constantly. We left from the Big Island, Please let people know that the parking lot does not open until 5 AM and ask people to be there before then. It was not open when we got there and had to park in the overflow which was quite a distance from the airport to walk.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: The Sibal's from LA
We had a wonderful time. Not very please about the buffet. But we had the perfect view.... the shows are very entertaining. Mahalo!!!!!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great lua, and the best food that I have had a a lua. The entertainment was outstanding.
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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: Mr. Anonymous
We had a great time and had a lot of fun !! Great activity for all to enjoy. We will definitely do it again during our next visit.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Bruce Fox
Great time, children loved it!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a great show!
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: ashley
This was an amazing experience to witness. You are probably five minutes off the shore by the sheraton resort and are left to swim with huge manta rays that swim right up next to you. It is a little scary at first but after the first few minutes you get used to it. The staff on the boat are very friendly and pretty humorous. You definitly get your moneys worth on this activity because you are in the water for about 45 minutes and they dont let you get in until a manta ray shows up so your time with the manta rays isnt wasted. The only bad things I have to say about this activity which was kind of a personal problem was that I got stung in the butt my something. It hurt pretty bad but the stinging went away in about a hour. I dont think anyone else had this problem though so I wouldnt be too worried about it. I would definitly sign up for this activity is I was you!
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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: ashley
I was at first a little hesitant to do this activity because I thought that I wasnt going to enjoy it very much but it ended up being me and my boyfriend's faviorite activity that we did! This activity is definitly worth the money that you pay. Not only do you kayak in beautiful clear water, but you get to jump off a 30 ft rock, go into a cave, and snorkel. What more can you ask for??? Everything about this activity was fun and I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Hawaii. Now that I know how much fun kayaking is I plan on doing it in the future. This is a must do!!
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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: Mr. Anonymous
This luau was very nice. It was raining, so it had to be in doors. I think everyone should attend a luau in Hawaii, this was my third time and it has proven to always be a good experience.
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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: karen
Had a wonderful time. It was a nice ride throught scenic beauty. Would recommend it to anyone who enjoys horseback riding.
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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: Dee Baumgardner
My friend Nancy and I purchased this tour on the Fair Wind as a Father's Day gift for our husbands, Jay & Jim. Jay & I had taken a similar tour in Kauai last summer. We were expecting a similar activity this time, but were pleasantly surprised to find that it was so much more. The catamaran was so much nicer, the snorkeling was wonderful, the crew was so attentive to our every need and the food was great also. We all had a wonderful time and will definitely do the same thing the next time we are on the Big Island of Hawaii. It was also great that the departure place was only a five minute walk from the resort where we were staying. The crew was very helpful in instructing us as to where to snorkel and find the most fish. My husband got some great pictures with his underwater camera. The boat was not over crowded. The weather turned out to be beautiful that day. I would also like to mention that the ages of the four of us range from 65 to 73. We had no problem maneuvering aro
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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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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: Mr. Anonymous
Although we really enjoyed the beautiful setting and being on the water it would have been much more enjoyable if they had provided fins. The water was a little choppy and we weren't able to snorkle as long as we wanted because we were just too tired after all the paddling. Also, we weren't able to enter the sea cave because of the waves. I was hoping to see dolphins or turtles but I guess it wasn't our lucky day. The staff were very nice and helpful but I think there are better sites for snorkling.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Anita, Alaska
Thank you all for the wonderful luau...the master of ceremonies graciously made us feel welcome...Not only an enjoyable evening, but educational as well.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Make-A-Wish, Hawaii
Thank you Island Breeze for making the dreams of wish children come true. Your luau is always a highlight of their trip.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Ali Rohfeld, Travel Specialist
Overall, I still think this is the best luau I've been to so far.
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Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
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