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Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Something to scratch off your tourist list

Reviewed by: HawaiianEnvy, 2022/08/27

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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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/08/18
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Merritt Hillman, 2022/08/27

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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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/05
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

10/10 Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Mayra Mateo, 2022/08/27

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

Comments from activity operators

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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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/25
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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Wonderful Kayak & Snorkeling

Reviewed by: Lily S, 2022/08/22

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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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/13
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Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Wonderful Experience!

Reviewed by: Lily S, 2022/08/22

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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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/11
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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Amazing. : very well organized, Nice spot, Nice pictures, stars gazzing was incredible. Thé guide was so awesome!

Reviewed by: Catherine , 2022/08/22

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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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/17
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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Good guide

Reviewed by: Koko, 2022/08/21

The guide for us was great!! I missed my sunglasses in the sea.he picked up it in deeply.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/16
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Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge

Good guide

Reviewed by: Koko, 2022/08/20

What a guide!!
He was so kind and his talking was amazing

Comments from activity operators

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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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/17
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Perfect ocean day!

Reviewed by: Jess, 2022/08/19

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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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/08/17
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Excellent

Reviewed by: EGrE, 2022/08/18

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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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/08/16
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Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge

Fantastic tour with great tour guide!

Reviewed by: Michelle Matheson, 2022/08/15

Derek was awesome! This was a great way to see a lot in one day. Started out with amazing views at a coffee farm. Derek set up a nice picnic lunch there (turkey sandwich, bag of chips, and a delicious cookie). After that we went to the southernmost bakery in the United States. Malasadas were provided (either passion fruit or original) and you had the option to purchase any additional if you wanted. Then we headed to the black sand beach where we saw a turtle. It was beautiful there. After that we head to volcano National park where we saw some steam vents and some awesome views and then volcano house where they have an incredible views of the crater. We had dinner after that at Kilauea Lodge. The food was good and the service was excellent. Surprisingly we had live entertainment too (although we were told that was rare). Then we went on a mile walk in the dark to see the lava. Really flat and easy walk for the most part. The end is mostly rocks but not bad at all. Derek provided jackets, flashlights and had a telescope set up to enhance the views and we were lucky enough to have a very active night. Highlight of the trip!! Then we walked back and headed back home. Throughout the day there's a lot of driving but derek keeps everyone entertained with lots of stories about Hawaiian history and the geology of the islands. I found it all fascinating. The ride home is a bit longer ( 2 1/2ish hours but Derek put on a movie which made the time go by fast). We also stopped on the way home and were able to do some Star gazing. Throughout the day Derek provided water and drinks and snacks so we had everything we needed at all times. Overall it was the best tour we've ever been on. Highly recommend and well worth the price! Derek was the best!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/13
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Awesome experience, must do.

Reviewed by: Kecia, 2022/08/15

Overall i would say it's a must-do on the big island.
The crew was fun and helpful.
That particular night was somewhat cold and light on mantas but you get what you get. Crew doesn't control the animals.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha! Thank you for joining our manta ray snorkel and for leaving such a positive review. We hope to welcome you back onboard in the future! Mahalo

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/10/15
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Laurie H, 2022/08/15

I went on the deluxe snorkeling trip with my husband and five of my young adult children. We all loved it! Captain Steve did a fantastic job showing us sea caves and other interesting sites. We ended up in the midst of a pod of dolphins and saw some pilot whales. For all of us it was our first time snorkeling and Captain Steve and his crew made our first experience incredible. They even helped my son who can’t swim get comfortable with snorkeling using a life vest and noodle so by the second snorkeling stop he was a pro. We saw so many fish, eels, and a few sea turtles. I truly can’t say enough good things about the crew and the whole experience. One of the best of my life! I will definitely return!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/13
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Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm

Amazing and so much fun!

Reviewed by: BRob, 2022/08/15

This tour was truly an amazing experience. We had the best guides, Mesha? and Todd. They are very knowledgeable and made the tour so much fun. We enjoyed all of the activities that were included in the tour and the food was delicious. If you are considering adding this to your to-do-list, you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this particular tour and company. I hope that you have as much fun as we did.....enjoy!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2022/08/10
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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Incredible tour

Reviewed by: Rainer , 2022/08/13

We have been extremely lucky with the weather and our guide Stephan. He made a fantastic job and created a memorable event for us. THANK YOU!!!!
The stargazing was unbelievable. We have never seen so many stars in the sky and Stephan explained all of them - ok, most of them .

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/07/21
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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Enchanting Evening!!

Reviewed by: Neena Samant , 2022/08/13

What an evening!
The whole experience from booking to drop off at was seamless. The guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic to share his knowledge. He also gave an idea of the Big Island’s topography.
The main attraction is worth the money and the time you will spend. We went in a clear day and the sunset was spectacular. The guide gave a fantastic guided tour of the telescopes, the sky, the stars and the constellations.
He patiently took pictures of all the tourists and I’m immediately airdropped them.
In all a must do trip. Big shout out to the guide.

  • Lovely Sundays!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/07/19
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Manta Ray Trip

Reviewed by: Paul, 2022/08/11

Our canoe boat trip was great. We loved the smaller boat experience - only about 12 of us - vs. the big catamarans. The captain and crew of two were friendly and fun. In the water we saw lots of Manta Rays. Our young lady crew member filled us in on lots of info about manta rays while in the water. My son took lots of GoPro videos and images. One hour was just right, since the trip out to the viewing spot only took a few minutes.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/08/07
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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Awe Inspiring

Reviewed by: Adam, 2022/08/11

This was a great trip, seeing the views from 13,000 feet, watching the sunset above the clouds, and the star gazing with a knowledgeable guide, all made for an awesome trip.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/09
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Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

Outstanding experience

Reviewed by: Natalie, 2022/08/10

A fantastic experience - would do it again in a heartbeat!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2022/07/30
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Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Sunset sail

Reviewed by: Lanikuh, 2022/08/09

We had a great time on the sunset sail! The captain and staff were patient and so friendly. The boat was clean. Snacks and beverages/cocktails were provided. The ride was smooth and the sunset was beautiful. Our previous sail was cancelled and we were rebooked for this cruise and so pleased with the outcome. We would do this again and highly recommend it to visitors the area.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/06
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6名限定!ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー<午前/英語ガイド/軽食付>

残念

Reviewed by: kkk, 2022/08/08

イルカは全く見れなかった、むしろツアーに含まられていたか怪しい。
2時間シュノーケリングして終わりました。

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/06
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Memorable and breathtaking!

Reviewed by: A.Packard, 2022/08/08

My husband and I absolutely LOVED this excursion. Our tour guide was so incredibly kind and knowledgable. We loved learning about the history and culture surrounding the mountain during our ascent. The dinner provided was delicious. The sunset on the summit and the stargazing was other worldly. We will never forget it!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/07/07
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Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge

A dream come true

Reviewed by: Marchelle, 2022/08/07

Grant was amazing. I enjoyed his jokes, enthusiasm, love, and care for the island. I hope he continues to stay blessed on this island and continues to do what he loves happily. Thanks, Grant and Deluxe volcano tour for giving me my money's worth. Everything you needed was provided and you don’t need to spend any more money because they feed you well. I could brag all day about this tour because everything about it was amazing!! If you're going to Kona book this tour with Grant!! He is knowledgeable and will make it worth it!! Mahalo

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Marchelle,

Thank you for your kind words about our Deluxe Volcano Experience Tour and Grant, our senior guide. We're glad you enjoyed the tour and the way in which Grant conducts the tours. He is enthusiastic about his work and it shows! Thank you again for posting a review, we hope you had a wonderful time on the island!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/05
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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Sunset dinner cruise

Reviewed by: Pete, 2022/08/06

The staff was amazing and very attentive! The only drawback was the food, I wasn’t impressed at all! The guy playing the music was great! The guide that was narrating could not be heard where we were sitting! I think they need to upgrade their speakers!

  • Our resort

  • Another view of where we’re staying

  • Amazing sunset view from the boat

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/07/15
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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Great trip, thank you.

Reviewed by: Sandi, 2022/08/06

Amazing crew, food, music and best sunset so far this week. Strongly recommend.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha!
Mahalo for joining us and the five star review! We are grateful for you kind recommendations!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/08/04
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Deluxe Volcano Unveiled Tour and Golden Lava Cave Expedition with Lunch & Dinner

Volcanos national park

Reviewed by: William Dye , 2022/08/05

We had a great time on this tour. The van picked us up on the Kona side and took us over to Hilo then VNP. Along the way we got to see Rainbow falls, a fantastic lava tube and VNP - Killawea during the day and at sunset.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/07/27
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Manta ray with EkA Canoe

Reviewed by: Michael , 2022/08/05

Can’t recommend highly enough!! So much fun, the equipment, boat, and crew are great.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/03
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Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge

Awesome experience!

Reviewed by: Stephanie, 2022/08/03

This tour was awesome! We would certainly book this excursion again. It was so nice to stop at the Coffee farm and learn about the interesting way they grow the coffee beans- beautiful scenery as well. Black Sands beach was amazing, so unique and picturesque. The nightcap was the best of all, seeing the volcano and its red glow..... truly amazing and something we will never forget. I definitely have to commend our tour guide, Derek, who was spectacular. He was very knowledgeable and I could tell he really enjoyed teaching us about the island and things we experiences and saw along our tour. Definitely a must do when you come to the island.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/08/01
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Excellent experience!!! Once in a lifetime

Reviewed by: Joe, 2022/08/03

Wonderful experience. It is family friendly. Very entertaining

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Joe,

We're so glad to hear all the positive things you had to say about your trip with us, all returning customer's receive a 20% repeater discount if you folks plan on returning!

Mahalo,
Iruka Hawaii 'Ohana

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/07/31
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Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

Fun Manta Ray Tour

Reviewed by: Yvonne, 2022/08/02

The guides and the captain were all very friendly, knowledgeable, approachable, and helpful, which made the tour extra enjoyable and fun! We saw schools of little fish and minnows right in front of our eyes (they also occasionally ran into our hands and faces) and definitely saw a couple huge manta rays! Overall a fun tour.
Quick tip: wearing the wetsuit helped a lot, as the water got really cold when it got dark, and longer you stay in the water, the colder it gets. Also, would not recommend going the day you get off the plane, as my boyfriend and I got extremely seasick towards the end of the manta ray viewing. However, our guides and the captain gave us many tips on how to feel better and fed us with snacks and drinks.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/07/07
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