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Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
Sunset sail
Activity Date: 2022/08/06 | Posted on: 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.

Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Memorable and breathtaking!
Activity Date: 2022/07/07 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
Sunset dinner cruise
Activity Date: 2022/07/15 | Posted on: 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!

Packages: Dinner Cruise
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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
Great trip, thank you.
Activity Date: 2022/08/04 | Posted on: 2022/08/06

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

Packages: Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Couples
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Mahalo for joining us and the five star review! We are grateful for you kind recommendations!

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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Excellent experience!!! Once in a lifetime
Activity Date: 2022/07/31 | Posted on: 2022/08/03
Joe

Wonderful experience. It is family friendly. Very entertaining

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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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!

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Iruka Hawaii 'Ohana

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Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest
Fun Manta Ray Tour
Activity Date: 2022/07/07 | Posted on: 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.

Packages: Swim with Mantas
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野生のイルカウォッチング&シュノーケリングツアー <朝食・昼食付き>
First time on the Big Island
初めてのビッグアイランド
Activity Date: 2022/07/09 | Posted on: 2022/07/31

I couldn't see any fish while snorkeling. When I experienced it on Oahu before, I was able to see a lot.

シュノーケリングで魚等が見ることができなかった。以前オアフ島で体験した時は沢山見ることが出来ました。

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ご参加いただきありがとうございます!
私たちは、脆弱なサンゴ礁を保護するために、約25〜30フィートの水深で停泊します。ゲストがボートの近くにいると、残念ながらオープンウォーターでは魚が少なくなります。
安全ブリーフィング中に、クルーはゲストに対して、サンゴや魚が豊富な約10〜15フィートの水深で岸に近づいて泳ぐように指示します。

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We moor in about 25-30 feet of water in order to protect the fragile coral reef. When guests stay near the boat unfortunately the fish are less plentiful in the open water.
During our safety briefing our crew instructs guests to swim closer to shore in about 10-15 feet of water where the coral and fish are plentiful.

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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Amaze balls
Activity Date: 2022/07/07 | Posted on: 2022/07/30

Excellent crew and amazing experience swimming with the fishes. Highly recommended.

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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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.

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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Great adventure
Activity Date: 2022/07/28 | Posted on: 2022/07/30

The whole crew was outstanding. So helpful, knowledgeable, courteous, personable. We had a great time. Thanks so much to Seaquest!!! Highly recommend.

Packages: 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Great trip
Activity Date: 2022/07/26 | Posted on: 2022/07/28

The crew and team were great/ I had 6 kids ages 5-10 and they did a great job and were very accommodating and helpful! Would do it again!

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Aloha Alexa,

We're glad to hear that you were satisfied overall during your time with us! Repeating customers are offered a 20% discount when booking directly with our company, so we hope to see you in the future.

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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Such a cool tour!
Activity Date: 2022/07/21 | Posted on: 2022/07/27

This was a fantastic experience, and we highly recommend it! Everything felt safe and easy. We were able to focus on the wonderful display from the rays under us. The team was amazing, and even took pictures. All around incredible.

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
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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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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Really great experience
Activity Date: 2022/07/22 | Posted on: 2022/07/24

Great knowledgeable guide, Fernando made the long drive up to the summit with a bunch of volcano facts and stories about the Hawaiian history. Absolutely breathtaking views at sunset in the summit. Followed by stargazing, we were told about and shown all the constellations, saw some shooting stars, the Milky Way and Saturn

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Epic night
Activity Date: 2022/07/17 | Posted on: 2022/07/19
Ray

Great staff... friendly and kind... everything was perfect specially the mantas❤️

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha!

We appreciate the kind words about our captain and crew, and are happy to hear that you enjoyed yourself! 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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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Highlight of our trip
Activity Date: 2022/06/25 | Posted on: 2022/07/17

The Manta Ray snorkel experience was AMAZING! one of our favorite things we did on the Big Island. The crew was so fun and helpful. The hot chocolate after we got out of the water was the perfect touch. Definitely book this tour!!!

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha!

We love to hear all the positive feedback about our Manta Ray Experience from our guests'! Mahalo for joining us and we hope to see you again soon.

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー ボイジャーズ・オブ・ザ・パシフィック(ロイヤルコナリゾート内)<月・火・水・金催行/ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>
It's better to arrive early for the free seating at the Polynesian dance show with meals and drinks included.
自由席は早めに行った方がよい食事・飲み物付きのポリネシアンダンスショー
Activity Date: 2022/07/06 | Posted on: 2022/07/12

I stayed at the Royal Kona Resort, which overlooks the show venue. As mentioned in the reviews, you can also see it from the poolside, but if you want to see the entire show, which lasts just under an hour, I think it's better to sit in the venue. If you expect good seating and service, the premium seats would be a better choice.

As I read in the reviews beforehand, I lined up 15 minutes before the reception started to get a good seat. Upon entry, we chose our drinks at the counter in order, and then we had to go pick them up ourselves. In the premium seats, they come to take your drink orders and bring them to you.

When the meals are ready, they guide each table. I didn't have high expectations for the food, so I took a small portion, but I was able to finish it all, so I think it wasn't that bad.

The show started earlier than I expected, before sunset, and it ended with the sun going down. The dancing included Polynesian dances, including fire dancing, which got the audience involved and excited. At the end, you can take a commemorative photo with the performers on stage in the background. You can also purchase photos taken of your group upon entry.

ショーの会場のロイヤルコナリゾートに宿泊して、たまたま会場を見下ろせる部屋でした。また、口コミ通り、プールサイドからも見えますが、1時間弱のショーを全部見るなら会場の席に座って観た方がよいと思います。席の位置やサービスを期待するなら上級席の方が良いでしょう。
事前に読んだ口コミ通り、良い席に座れるように受付開始15分前から並びました。入場時に飲み物カウンターで順番に飲み物を選んで手渡され、後は自分でカウンターへ取りに行きます。上級席では飲み物の注文を取りに来て、持ってきてくれます。
食事は準備ができるとテーブル毎に案内されます。もともと食事には期待していなかったので少なめに取ったのですが、残さずに食べられたのでそれほど悪くはなかったと思います。
ショーは思ったより早く、日が落ちる前に始まり、途中で沈みました。踊りはハワイ島というよりもファイアーダンスも含めたポリネシアンダンスで、会場から参加を募ったり盛り上がりました。最後には舞台上の出演者を背景にした記念写真が撮れます。また、入場時にグループ毎に撮影した写真を購入することもできます。

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Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Amazing experience!
Activity Date: 2022/07/10 | Posted on: 2022/07/12

We took our young children on the tour (11 & 4 yrs) and the staff looked after us the whole evening. The kids had a great time and nothing was too much effort. Thanks Angeline for swimming us to the hot spot - what an experience!

Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Great crew!
Activity Date: 2022/07/09 | Posted on: 2022/07/11

Friendly, attentive and courteous crew! Good selection of beverages and fresh fruits and snacks were good (kid friendly). I liked that I saw the crew wiping down all the rails and high touch surfaces after the last group/ before we boarded. Saw some dolphins and plenty of fish, and a couple of flying fish! The crew and captain were very informative about the reef and preserving the reef life. One member even informed a kayaker that he was too close to the reef and could damage it. Will book with them again our next round.

Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Aloha Reif family,

We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful day out on the water. We look forward to making more memories with your family in the near future!

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Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters
A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts!
Activity Date: 2022/07/01 | Posted on: 2022/07/05

A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts. The privacy and attention to detail was unbelievable. The lunch lacked greens/salad that we thought would be included. Snorkeling was less than expected visually. Overall the adventure of a lifetime for a mature couple. A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts. The privacy and attention to detail was unbelievable. The lunch lacked greens/salad that we thought would be included. Snorkeling was less than expected visually. Overall the adventure of a lifetime for a mature couple.

Packages: Shared Charter: Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Cruise with Lunch (4 hours)
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
AWESOME!
Activity Date: 2022/07/02 | Posted on: 2022/07/04
Amy

The most amazing thing I have ever seen! Don’t miss this!

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Amy!

Mahalo for your kind words, we're glad your group enjoyed the experience of a lifetime! Please keep us in mind for your future booking needs, and we offer a 20% discount for repeating customers.

Mahalo,
Team Iruka Hawaii

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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Must do activity!
Activity Date: 2022/06/09 | Posted on: 2022/07/02

This was a great experience! Highly recommend doing!

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Turtles and Dolphins!
Activity Date: 2022/06/30 | Posted on: 2022/07/01

We got to see a turtle and a pod of like 15 dolphins we learned were currently in a half conscious state and they can basically auto-swim!
Boat was a little crowded with the kids on board. Would prefer an option with adults only as they were a little much for our honeymoon.
Overall great time! The cooled lava caves were very cool and go up all inside the big island!

Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Must do!!
Activity Date: 2022/06/29 | Posted on: 2022/07/01

The crew was great and the experience was a must do while on the big island!!

Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
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Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters
BEST Catamaran snorkeling sail!
Activity Date: 2022/06/18 | Posted on: 2022/06/30

We did the No Wiki Kona LUXURY SAIL, dolphin watching, snorkeling. This was the best Catamaran snorkeling sail we've ever been on! (and we've done quite a few)
The captain and crew were knowledgeable, friendly and very attentive. They found us a fantastic snorkeling spot in a reef corner with LOTS of different fish and turtles and no other boats there at the same time. The breakfast and lunch was really great as well. I loved that they put cushioned chairs on the mesh canvas area up font so that you could sit so comfortably in the best spot on the boat! I would definitely do this again and highly recommend it

Packages: Shared Charter: Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Cruise with Lunch (4 hours)
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Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Fantastic
Activity Date: 2022/06/27 | Posted on: 2022/06/29

Marcus was a very knowledgeable astronomer and answered any question our group asked.

Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
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Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Stellar times
Activity Date: 2022/06/27 | Posted on: 2022/06/29
Lal

This trip was so much more than I expected! We started with a quick tour of rainbow falls and boiling pots. our guide Marcus was exceptionally knowledgeable about the plant life and history of both places. We then explored the lava caves, which was an unforgettable experience. Finally, we got to watch a beautiful sunset, followed by stargazing. I can’t believe how much astronomy I learned in one night. The skies were spectacular and once again Marcus seemed to have an endless fund of knowledge, answering all our questions in detail. The trip was unforgettable and Marcus is clearly a great asset to his company!

Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Best Ever!
Activity Date: 2022/05/31 | Posted on: 2022/06/28

-The Staff was incredible
-I loved the the boat, it was well equipped and safe
-People should bring a warn sweatshirt for the ride back
-The manta's were plentiful and exciting
-Best Ever excursion!!
-WORTH IT and MUST try it

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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Aloha!

We appreciate the kind words about our crew and staff, and are ecstatic that you enjoyed yourself out on the water with us! We do offer a repeater discount of 20% off, so please keep us in mind for future travel plans.

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Iruka Hawaii.

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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Disappointed
Activity Date: 2022/06/10 | Posted on: 2022/06/23

While I understand there is no guarantee to see and experience manta rays feeding on plankton, I was extremely disappointed with this experience, the crew did not provide a good experience for all. There were a lot of people on this adventure (more than what I felt should be) and as result, the crew had to use three different boards to accommodate everyone. As a result the board with most of the lights, it attracted the manta rays, leaving the others without. The other two did not attract any. I feel the crew should have maneuvered the other two boards or people on those boards to the larger board area so that they could experience the Mantra Ray feeding. I was also very disappointed that there were no lights at the bottom pointing upward. On other manta ray snorkels I joined, when there are lights from the top and from the bottom many more manta rays appear and feed.
The crew also did not provide insights and interesting facts on the Mantra Rays, at least I didn’t hear anything.
The one nice thing I enjoyed about this trip was that the experience allowed me to enjoy nighttime boating.

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Sandles,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We extend our deepest apologies for the experience you had on our tour. We would like to hear more details about it. Could you email us at info@hawaiidolphin.com and elaborate further? We would like to rectify this situation. Thank you.

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Big Island Buggy Car Rental Service (4 and 8 hours)
Fantastic fun!
Activity Date: 2022/06/19 | Posted on: 2022/06/21

We had a blast riding around in a dune buggy last Sunday! It was delivered and picked up at our hotel, great communication with Aaron, great tips on where to go - all of it was easy and a ton of fun!

Packages: Blue "MAKO" - 4 Seat Buggy with Standard Transmission
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We are so happy you all enjoyed the buggy! It was really nice meeting you all. Thank you for the wonderful review. We hope to see you back on th Big Island!
Aloha and Mahalo,
Aaron

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4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
An incredible adventure!
Activity Date: 2022/06/16 | Posted on: 2022/06/21

An incredible adventure for the family and I! I knew I wanted to see the Captain Cook memorial but I never anticipated such an immersive aquatic experience.

Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Mahalo Nui Loa for the wonderful review. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Amazing experience.
Activity Date: 2022/06/17 | Posted on: 2022/06/19

The tour was great. The sunset was amazing. The boat ride out was super fun with water and sodas. The guides worked hard to get us positioned for the rays. We got to see several rays with one completely in the center of our group doing several flips while eating. Afterwards we got hot chocolate.

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Hilari,

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

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