Reviewed by: Saunders 2022
This tour was jammed packed with fantastic activities and good information. Todd was our guide, and he was filled with lots of good information on the area and language. He is definitely the one you want around for star gazing as he has a formal education in astronomy. One word of caution--bring warm clothes and jacket! You are going to a higher elevation with trade winds, and it gets cold!! (even on the van)
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/30 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Lucy
The whole experience was amazing . Would love to do it again . Highly recommend.
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Packages: | Evening Tour from Waikoloa (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Bruce
We were going to see a volcano, and our guide went to the University of Hawaii with a degree in geology and volcanology. I didn't even know the latter existed!
Grant's knowledge was only exceeded by his enthusiasm. The tour provides everything you could think of - two types of jackets if you come unprepared, flashlights to make the short hike (really a walk) safe at night, glow lights to wear so we don't lose each other.
The meals were well prepared at our two stops for them. The van we rode in was luxurious.
Thanks to the sighting scope Grant set up, we had close-up views of the labs lake and spewing lava
A great tour, not to be missed!
Thank you for your review, Bruce. Grant is a wealth of information for sure! We're so happy you enjoyed your time on the Deluxe Volcano Experience. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time on the island as well!
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Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Dan Ohio
Awesome tour! Stephan was amazing. Very knowledgeable about the island, Mauna Kea and the stars. We would definitely recommend. Everything was as advertised and even more!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/20 |
Reviewed by: KellyB
Our driver was mike and he was awesome! The bus was a luxury bus with limited passengers. Mike was funny and personable and treated us like royalty. Set us up for breakfast and lunch, provided snacks and drinks, cold cloths and hot cloths when needed. Made sure we all got our Portuguese donuts without having to wait in line. Just all around awesome! The back sand beach and the crater on the volcanoes were amazing as well as walking through the lava tube. I 100 percent recommend this tour to anyone
Aloha Kelly,
Thanks for posting a review, and we're thrilled you enjoyed your Big Island Circle Tour experience! Mike's awesome, so happy you thought so too. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time on the island as well!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/19 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Robyn Molina
I chose this boat because my group had 2 little ones, 3yrs and almost 1yr old. This was perfect for them. We all enjoyed the lessons and the guide who was very attentive to everyone! I highly recommend this tour
Mahalo for the wonderful review, and for recommending us. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Hope to see you again soon.
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Packages: | Kona Glass Bottom Boat Cruise from Kailua-Kona Pier |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/09/18 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Cindy W
One of the most fun nights! Shawn was an awesome host. We laughed, hung out in lava tubes and enjoyed the stars! So fun that it was just us... not a big group. We created a memory that we will have for a life time!
Aloha Cindy and Family, mahalo for the review and the kind words! I am very glad that you all had such a great time! I too enjoyed taking you all on our adventure and still get a big smile thinking about the laughs we had. Thanks again and looking forward to our next adventure together! A hui hou, Shawn
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Packages: | Private Afternoon Tour with Dinner & Stargazing (up to 7 participants) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/09/18 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/23 |
Reviewed by: Nin
Amazing experience for the four of us (mum, dad & two teenage boys!). The crew has the right balance of humour, sensitivity & business like manner! The snorkelling experience was just phenomenal, one of the best experiences of our lives! Captured on go-pro, so a memory we can re-live time & time again!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Filled with amazing views and places along the way. It really hits so many must dos on Big Island- worth every penny!
Aloha Kara,
Thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and hope you had a wonderful time on the island!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/09/15 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Kara
I liked this tour, but I would say its a one and done!
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Packages: | Kona Submarine |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/09/15 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/13 |
Reviewed by: Chelsea
This was an amazing once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommend going on this tour. The moonlight tour would be my recommendation because there are less boats in the cove. The crew on this trip were great and very helpful the entire trip. They had drinks and snacks available when on the boat. The mantas were constant the entire time we were in the water and I was able to get great footage on my GoPro!
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Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/09/13 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Andy
Everything is as promised. Great and professional crew. Catamaran was very clean and safe. Beverages always available at no additional cost (except alcoholic). Good continental breakfast and lunch with extra snacks available. We always felt safe and secure both onboard and while snorkeling. Crew added historical info throughout the trip. I highly recommend this trip.
Aloha Andy,
Mahalo for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkeling adventures! We are happy to hear of your feedback and recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us in the near future!
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Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/13 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/11 |
Reviewed by: Jim Nicholl
We prefer private charters and snorkeling trips and Aloha Kona Tours did not disappoint. We had such a good time on our Sept 9th cruise we booked a night time Manta Ray cruise the very next day!
On our first cruise we got to see turtles and dolphins and actually got to snorkel with a 25 foot whale shark. It was outstanding! The Captain is excellent and the Crew is very friendly and knowledgeable! The Captain was accommodating to our request for our outing to make the trip very personalized.
On our second night Manta Ray cruise we enjoyed a stunning sunset cruise and tour of the city from the water. Then we snorkeled with the Manta Rays for about 30 minutes. They have all the gear and the Crew was so accommodating. Three of us got in the water and swam with the Rays and our fourth person was a little shy but the Crew made sure she got to see the Rays up close without leaving the boat.
Both trips were truly unforgettable and amazing! The boat is beautiful and comfortable.
Thanks Aloha Kona Tours,
Jim, Jodi, Debye and Larry
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Packages: | 4-Hour Private Morning Snorkel Charter (up to 6 passengers) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2022/09/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/09 |
Reviewed by: familytour2022
We had an amazing time on this tour, the guides were knowledgeable, funny and accommodating. My 3 year old got to ride on the party pit and loved seeing the mantas up close. Really appreciated all the extra care the staff took to make sure everyone was supported and felt comfortable. We saw at least half a dozen different rays and our biggest challenge was not touching them when they swam right up to us! Can not recommend this tour enough
Aloha!
Thank you for the positive comments about our team, we're glad your group felt safe and satisfied! We do offer a repeater discount of 20% off, so please keep us in mind for future travel plans.
Mahalo,
Iruka Hawaii
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/09/12 |
Activity Date: | 2022/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Really gives you the full island experience you would wish for while on Big Island!
Thank you so much for your review Kara! The aim is to show guests a bit of each district, since it's so diverse from region to region.We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/05 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Kara
These ginaromous creaters are as sweet as puppies! So fun
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Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/05 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Abe
Amazing views, good food, and lots of history to learn about hawaii
We are thrilled to have had you as our guest! Thank you for sharing! We hope you're able to join us again someday soon!
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Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/09/01 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/15 |
Reviewed by: Traveler21
The Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau was so beautiful. I would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to see a beautiful sunset and a great performance. I absolutely loved the ambiance and the show. The food and food service was just ok and the event felt very touristy, so many people.
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Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/09/01 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Ashley
Absolutely amazing, a once in a lifetime experience made easy through this tour group. Easy to accommodate our special pickup needs, kind and knowledgeable guide. It was a guided tour, but plenty of time to wander and explore on our own. The stars and cocoa were amazing and the photos were first class that we received!! Highly recommend!!!! This was my sister's favorite activity during our week long Hawaii stay!!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/08/31 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/26 |
Reviewed by: TRK
A smooth sail and comfortable ride. The crew was very professional and knowledgeable. I didn't think I'd want a pool noodle...but get the pool noodle. It helps alot unless you plan to free dive. The food and drinks were good and sandwiches are fine for a boat trip. Don't expect fine dining. Plenty of room on board, even if you feel it might fill up with guests. The crew was there to keep the boat clean as well. I'd recommend getting there early for parking, as there's only street parking and you might have to walk to get to the launch. Beautiful boat. Enjoyed the trip! Thanks!
Aloha,
Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing your experience with us! We do also agree with taking as many pool noodles as you would like. It's called a "vacation" for a reason. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island! Until then, A Hui Hou and safe travels!
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Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/28 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/02 |
Reviewed by: HawaiianEnvy
This was a nice event to scratch off a tourist’s list. Great performances tied to Hawaiian and Polynesian culture. Food was good. Had options for kiddos.
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Merritt Hillman
My wife and I did this tour on our honeymoon. We come from the Midwest US and have not ever really been able to see many stars hence our booking this trip. The pickup location was convenient, the tour guide friendly and informative, and the experience overall was enjoyable. Would recommend to anyone going to try and book this tour as it was fun and definitely worth it.
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Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Mayra Mateo
The crew was awesome! They made sure everyone was safe and made accommodations for those that needed it. I hope those that needed a little extra help also appreciate them because they did an amazing job! We saw at least 7 mantas that night. It’s one thing seeing them at the zoo and another snorkeling with them. Towards the last 10 minutes of the session, we had 4 mantas doing flips under our floating matt. It was so mesmerizing! Such beautiful creatures! Would definitely do it again in the future! 10/10
Aloha!
We love to hear all the positive feedback about our Manta Ray Experience! Mahalo for joining us and we hope to see you again soon, we offer a 20% discount for repeating customers.
Best,
Team Iruka Hawaii
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Lily S
My husband and I enjoyed the whole activity! Our guides, Jasmine and Alex, are excellent! They took good care of everyone in the group! We highly recommend it!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/22 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/13 |
Reviewed by: Lily S
The Luau is great! Many food options and authentic Hawaiian food too!! The show was very informative and exciting to watch during the Luau. We enjoyed it very much!
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2022/08/22 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Catherine
Super condition. Great guide very helpful to get thé good pictures spot and take also excellent pictures with vis dedicated caméra.
Tour well organized with amazing star gazzing.
Flexibility for thé pick up localisation
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/08/22 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/17 |
Reviewed by: Koko
The guide for us was great!! I missed my sunglasses in the sea.he picked up it in deeply.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/08/21 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Koko
What a guide!!
He was so kind and his talking was amazing
Thank you for touring with us and we are so happy you liked your guide! We hope you enjoyed the island!
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Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/17 |
Reviewed by: Jess
Our guides were wonderful! They were knowledgeable and very friendly which made our experience that much better. The snorkeling spots were on point, and they give clear and concise directions on how to proceed at each location. Our group was small and intimate which I found ideal.
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Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/08/19 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/17 |
Reviewed by: EGrE
This is an intimate and friendly canoe trip. I enjoyed it with my three kids and the crew was helpful and patient with my littlest one who had never snorkeled. We got an incredible education about the Mantra Rays and saw them within inches of us. I can’t recommitting enough. I really liked having a smaller group and special type of boat.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2022/08/18 |
Activity Date: | 2022/08/16 |
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Aloha Lucy,
So glad you had a good experience on the Volcano Express tour. We hope the experience lived up to your expectations, and that you enjoyed the rest of your time on the island as well!