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Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour with Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran
Favorite snorkel boat!
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
Love, love, LOVE this boat! It's a beach catamaran so no transportation is needed. Plus, they provide you with FINS that are super comfy and adjustable. After snorkeling, you get some snacks and can purchase drinks on board. We got the souvenir Holokai shaker to keep. We did the 9am cruise which was perfect for visibility and to catch a little bit of sun before it got too hot in the afternoon. Would recommend!
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| Packages: | Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/15 |
2.5-Hour Turtle Snorkel Tour with One Cocktail - Waikiki Rainbow Sail Catamaran
No frills catamaran sail in Waikiki, lots of Turtles
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
With this cruise, we were provided with snorkels and snorkel vests. However, no fins are included. I'd recommend finding some fin rentals as it can be pretty exhausting to snorkel without them. Saw lots of turtles and fish! This catamaran is also a beach catamaran so the boat comes right up on the sand. It's right across from Duke's Statue (not to be confused with Duke's Waikiki restaurant). If you'd like a short activity in Waikiki to get out on the water, this is perfect! We did the AM cruise and visibility was perfect.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/25 |
Moana Swim with Turtles Tour - Kid's Friendly Waikiki Snorkeling Cruise
SPACIOUS catamaran, great visibility, lots of fish
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
This catamaran is super nice! Since it was an early snorkel cruise, we opted to add-on a light breakfast so we could sleep in a bit more in the AM. Visibility was amazing. On the boat ride to the snorkel spot, we were so lucky and saw dolphins. This is incredibly rare in Waikiki so we were so excited to have gotten the chance to see them! There were tons of fish at Turtle Canyon. This boat provided us with floatation belts AND fins. The fins helped us out so much and we were able to cover so much more area than if we didn't use them. Loved this cruise & would recommend!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Package - Turtle Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/04 |
E Sea Diver 5-in-1 Fun Cruise - Snorkel, Water Slide, Trampoline, Kayaks & SUP
Value-packed 1/2 day trip
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
If you're looking for a nice, quiet morning...this isn't it. BUT, if you're looking for a fun day on on the water with lots to do, this would be a fun choice for you. You get a lot of value: stand-up paddle boards, water trampoline, snorkeling, kayaks, etc. I liked that it was only a 1/2 day activity. We did the morning since the water is calmer and still had our whole day ahead of us after.
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| Packages: | [1:00 PM] Afternoon Deluxe Snorkel & Water Sports Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/28 |
Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]
Go Parasailing!
Reviewed by: Alaskan Adventurers
This is a family run business. They are experienced and care for your safety, rebooking if the wind picks up without any extra fees. They make it fun for everyone with music and photos. Definitely recommending the 1000ft experience for families. Even the kids had a blast!
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| Packages: | Super Flight: 1000ft Line |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/22 |
Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran
Not really a snorkel adventure
Reviewed by: Joes
Overall this snorkel adventure isn’t that great there is only one small reef with maybe 3 turtles and that’s it. Also you are swimming around 3-4 other boats that have about 20 people each so it gets really packed really fast in the small little area. It’s a good beginner snorkel trip but if you are wanting to get a quality experience with a big reef to swim around I would look elsewhere
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/21 |
Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]
Overall ok
Reviewed by: anonymous
I think overall I had great time with parasailing, the view from top was awesome. We had two issues, first issue, we were the last family to do parasailing and they cut short our time in the air <6 minutes, (yes I timed ours, compared to first family) so they did not manage time well even though they advertised 8 mins from start to finish. second issue, photos we bought from them did not open on my computer and when I tried on another computer there were no photos at all, just wasted my money :-(. Next time, I would choose different parasailing vendor for sure.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/04 |
2-Hour Afternoon West Oahu Whale Watching Tour - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]
Great time and awesome staff!
Reviewed by: JKKM
We had 2 adults and 2 little kids. We saw whales within the first 20 minutes and they continues to follow them. The staff was highly engaging and very informative during the trip. This is not a stuffy pre-canned trip, the staff really made it an enjoyable time and you can tell they love what they do.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/11 |
Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina -Temporarily Not Available [Dec-May]
Awesome Whale Watching Experience!
Reviewed by: Jaclyn
This was a wonderful whale watching tour, we loved every minute of it. The guide was very informative, we have done other whale watching tours, but non as thorough in their explanations of all things whale. Other tours we have been on have had more interactive crew members aside from the captain, this one did not. But it was kind of nice to have a very relaxed, more calm experience. We saw whales as soon as we got on the boat practically, and the captain was good about not waiting around for whales for too long, but we would keep looking. The captain said this boat is the largest boat on the island, and at one point during our trip, a whale went under our boat to find shade! There are chairs set up around tables on the top deck which is nice to just sit and relax. One recommendation is to leave extra time for parking, as it gets crowded near the harbor. And it can be a little challenging to find, it is a hut outside right by the boats, I think it’s the last one in the line of whale watching tours, right across from Pioneer Inn. We had a great time, we would definitely go on one of their tours again!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/14 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Great crew! Friendly and knowledgeable!
Reviewed by: Mike
The crew was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. The surf didn’t allow for good visibility on the day we chose to go, but they informed us ahead of time and gave us the option of rescheduling. We chose to go anyway and they worked hard to still make it a great experience.
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/05 |
Ocean Explorer 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour from Maalaea [Dec-Apr]
A must do activity especially if you have kids!!!
Reviewed by: Doc
Amazing fun activity with kids for 2 to 3 hours. Make sure to have a hat, sunscreen and snacks for kiddos!
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-hour Standard Cruise (2:00 PM) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/12 |
Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran
The best bang for your buck snorkel adventure!
Reviewed by: Christopher Keisser
There are a lot of similar experiences down here, but this crew is tried and true. They have been doing this longer and better than the competition out there, and the experience is truly for those who want a no nonsense visit to turtle canyon. Captain Mina and Jeff truly know their stuff. Good times and good vibes!
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/09 |
Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]
Excellent thrill ride!
Reviewed by: Aret Sevan
Excellent thrill ride! Staff was excellent too! Will go back the next time we’re here again.
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| Packages: | Super Flight: 1000ft Line |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/09 |
Moana Swim with Turtles Tour - Kid's Friendly Waikiki Snorkeling Cruise
Great, short trip
Reviewed by: Francis
This trip was a great activity to get the opportunity to snorkel, see turtles, fish, and coral without taking up your whole day.
The location is a short ride back to the popular beaches and they provide options of food and drinks.
The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful while on the tour.
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Morning Turtle Snorkel Adventure |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/11 |
2-Hour Afternoon West Oahu Whale Watching Tour - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]
Outstanding Experience
Reviewed by: Bubba
We loved Captain Jesse, Aaron, and Seanna! They went above and beyond to make sure that we had the best experience possible. Thanks to them, we were able to see 2 males showing dominance over the other, and 1 baby calf fooling around. On the boat, it was very spacious and the service was phenomenal. Would recommend 10/10.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/08 |
Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran
Such a great time !
Reviewed by: Brian
Took my wife and 6 year old son on the morning snorkel cruise. It was conveniently located and easy to navigate finding. Mina and the team were very helpful, accommodating and ensured that we had an awesome time . We spotted about 5 turtles and tons of schools of fish.
We will do this trip everytime we’re on the island
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/19 |
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
awesome little trip!
Reviewed by: EMN
Great staff and fun little outing for my 6year old :)
Aloha,
Thanks for reviewing your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you and your little one enjoyed the trip!
We know there are a lot of activity providers on the island and we really appreciate that you chose to spend part of your morning with us.
Mahalo and a hui hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/15 |
Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina -Temporarily Not Available [Dec-May]
We got lucky and saw a breach close to the boat
Reviewed by: Gabriel
The captain does a great job of finding the whales and creating opportunities to let the whales approach. Very friendly staff made us feel welcome. The only thing I have concerns with is the lack of ability to social distance or avoid touching high traffic handrails due to safety, but luckily we brought our own hand sanitizer (which I recommend). Overall a great trip, and everyone in my group had a great time.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/06 |
Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina -Temporarily Not Available [Dec-May]
Tourism that supports the scientific community
Reviewed by: Trini
We had a family excursion and it was perfect. As we had 2 elderly family members, we loved that the boat was double decked so there was always shade for them. We also liked that the excursion has a ton of great photo opportunities of the ocean and mainland, so we got some awesome family photos. The best part of the trip though was the fact that parts of the revenue goes towards funding researchers who are working on studying the whale populations, which makes you feel good at the end of the day about the purchase, even if you don't get to see the whales up close.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/06 |
Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina -Temporarily Not Available [Dec-May]
Great family activity while you're in Lahaina!
Reviewed by: Justin
I went on this trip with my family (6 adults, 2 of whom are a bit older). It was something we could all enjoy. The best part of the trip was seeing a close up whale breach, but it does come down to luck... I imagine some people might only end up seeing fins during their excursion, but even though we got to see an up close breach on our trip, the captain invited us to stay on for their second outing that day in case we missed it so we were guaranteed to be happy (super nice of him).
Recommend you to definitely bring sunglasses and a cap as its really bright out and fatigues the eyes.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/06 |
Waikiki Submarine Tour - Descend to 100ft, See Shipwrecks & Sunken Airplanes
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Reviewed by: Tammi
Fabulous. It was one of the best things I have ever done. I highly recommend this as a activity must do!!! We will cherish this experience forever!
Aloha ! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your deep sea adventure with us. We love hearing about our guests experiences, and we are happy that you had a memorable one. We hope we have the pleasure of hosting you again. Mahalo for taking the time to write a review!
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| Packages: | Premium Submarine Tour (Larger Window) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/04 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Life Changing with The Best Crew Ever!
Reviewed by: Marlene209c
It's true, discovering the Manta's is a must do on Kona and the best place is Keauhou Bay with the "Dolphin Discovery" crew. I chose this company based on their reviews and it was the best decision I made! Our family numbered 6 among an intimate group of 12, plus the crew. Everyone of the crew from the "in-water" guides (Justin & Chaz) to the Capt. and shore staff were AMAZING. Super helpful, patient, approachable, knowledgeable and everything a group could ask for and more! Equipment is top notch and the hot, lavender/chamomile tea & cookies after the swim/snorkeling is the perfect touch!! Thank you very, very much for making this one of the most memorable experiences we had in Kona!!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/03 |
2-Hour Kaanapali Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Open Bar & Appetizers - Sea Maui
Sea Maui Kaanapali Sunset Cruise
Reviewed by: J.Gelman
Years ago, we were looking for a simple sunset cruise with some drinks and apps. We did not want a big boat. We did not want a big dinner because there are so many special local restaurants to try on Maui. Then we stumbled upon Sea Maui. It is perfect. A relaxing ride on a catamaran. Taking in the sunset. The staff is always friendly and accommodating. The apps are still filled with local foods. Every time we go to Maui, we try to book with Sea Maui. it was just what we were looking for and more.
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/01 |
Kona Whale Watch Afternoon Tour - Honi Olani Catamaran 90-Min Cruise [Dec-Mar]
Very good experience!
Reviewed by: Laura and Noah
Whale watching with Hawaii Nautical was a great experience. The crew was very friendly and they had a great offer at the bar. We also got a lot of information on the whales and their habitat.
Don't have too high expectations when you go out in December. We only saw two whales, their backs and a few times their tails. From what we heard, January might be a better time to go whale watching.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Afternoon Whale Watching Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/30 |
Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour with Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran
A+
Reviewed by: Trina Litton
Best experience ever. I seen so many beautiful. Fish and turtles. The crew were awesome and fun i would definitely do it again. Just being out there on the ocean was so amazing
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| Packages: | Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/30 |
Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]
Parasailing
Reviewed by: Katherine
My family and I had a good time. The two guys were attentive, and knowledgeable. The only thing is the pictures- we were a part of 6 and the pictures that I got were the same over and over again. The pictures are not worth it. Also I would advise to give dramamine to anyone in your party with the most minimal motion sickness.
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| Packages: | Super Flight: 1000ft Line |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/21 |
Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest
Manta rays
Reviewed by: Boele
Crew, equipment, boat, customers and experience were all AWESOME
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| Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/30 |
Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran
Fun excursion!
Reviewed by: Adiba
The staff was super friendly and accommodating. It was a really fun experience. We got to see turtles and spinner dolphins! It was a great way for us to end our trip in Hawaii. It is recommended though to know swimming well if you want to snorkel as the life jackets are not buoyant enough to keep you afloat.
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/20 |
2.5-Hour Turtle Snorkel Tour with One Cocktail - Waikiki Rainbow Sail Catamaran
great crew and fun experience
Reviewed by: amy
Family of 5 had a great time. Crew was very nice and knowledgeable and made the experience even better. Beautiful turtles and fish.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/28 |
Moana Swim with Turtles Tour - Kid's Friendly Waikiki Snorkeling Cruise
Rude swimmers. Please describe how to snorkel with aloha before disembarking.
Reviewed by: Me today
I get this on every tour, but newbies need instructions on how not to be rude. Don’t flip in my face. Stop swarming at me, and please… there is no reason to flail your appendages rampantly for no reason when there are 50 swimmer right next to you. Please explain this to swimmers before hand. In fact, in a small area, there is no reason for flippers. This would have been much more enjoyable if no one had them.
Turtles were neat. I would not tell anyone else if you see one because everyone swarms and hits you in the face/gut/you name it, as they flail to see it.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/28 |
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that despite the limited visibility, you enjoyed the cruise and your interactions with our crew.
We know there are a lot of activity providers on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us.
Mahalo and a hui hou