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All Reviews for Kailua-Kona in Big Island

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2462 reviews

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>

A little disappointed. 少しがっかり

Reviewed by: パンダ

I arrived on time, but there was not much guidance, and I didn't know what to do. I was flustered and confused about the drinks as well. It's understandable that Japanese isn't spoken, but the staff didn't have any smiles either. After it started to rain, there was no guidance, so I returned to my room.
I think the meal was Hawaiian cuisine, but the taste was just okay. I was a bit disappointed.

時間通りに行きましたが、案内があまりなくどうしていいかもわからず、ドリンクも何も分からずあたふたしました。日本語が通じないのは仕方ないけどスタッフも笑顔もないし。雨が降り始めてからの案内もなく部屋に戻りました。
食事もハワイ料理だと思いますが、味もいまいち。少しガッカリでした。

  • いまいち

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Posted on: 2024/07/08
Activity Date: 2024/07/05

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Loved this!

Reviewed by: Kara

We were a bit nervous about being in the water at night, but not to worry as the guides make the whole evening experience comfortable!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/07/06
Activity Date: 2024/04/12

Doors-Off & Doors-On Kohala Valleys & Waterfalls Helicopter Tour [Not Operating]

Gorgeous!

Reviewed by: Kara

What a morning, sights I will remember in my head forever!

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Packages: Doors-OFF Flight [30 mins]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/07/06
Activity Date: 2024/04/12

Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Crystal Clear Waters!

Reviewed by: Kara

What a wonderful afternoon, the water conditions in Kona are better than I have seen in many islands!

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Packages: Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/07/06
Activity Date: 2024/04/08

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Once in a lifetime

Reviewed by: Kara

It was such a fabulous and unreal experience, the scared part left my body right when we started seeing the rays as they are so gentle!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/07/06
Activity Date: 2024/04/08

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Do this! Even if you're not into tours...

Reviewed by: Geoff & Elisabeth

Sunset from the summit! This is a $ splurge, at least for us, but between the quirky Hawaiian history and mythology lesson plus solid science and general kind authenticity of our guide Addison; the "you'll never see a sunset quite like this one" moment; a humbling and breathtaking view looking out at the galaxy; and the luxury of being a passenger rather than a driver, with convenient pick-up and drop-off...totally worth it. Thanks for the highlight!

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/07/04
Activity Date: 2024/07/02

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Wonderful Time With Manta Rays

Reviewed by: Lydia

My 8 year old grandson was taught by Mitch how to snorkel so he could enjoy the manta rays. The grandkids
said it was awesome and I agree! It’s a must to do. The crew was extremely professional and safety conscious.

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2024/06/24
Activity Date: 2024/06/22

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Kona waters are unbeatable!

Reviewed by: Kara

crystal clear waters, lots of reef and fish!! wonderful experience

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Packages: 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2024/06/13
Activity Date: 2024/03/30

Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Best place for snorkeling in Hawaii island

Reviewed by: Hsu

The Kealakekua Snorkel Tour is very well-organized. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the bay, which is incredibly beautiful. The staff on the boat are very friendly and provide support and assistance when needed. The coral and tropical fish in the bay are stunning, and it's very easy to observe the underwater scenery.

  • Beautiful place to go snorkeling

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Packages: Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/06/12
Activity Date: 2024/06/07

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Spectacular snorkeling experience!

Reviewed by: Kirk

We attended the 9pm experience and it was absolutely worth every cent as well as the late hour. We were completely surrounded by manta rays, there were at least a dozen feeding within inches of the group. There were bottlenose dolphin hunting at the edges of the lighted area and we were even visited by a small shark. Everything a Hawaiian night snorkel should be!

The guides were professional and knowledgeable and truly provided an outstanding experience.

I would recommend a light jacket for the 20 minute boat ride to and from the dive sight if you get cold easily. I was in swim trunks and a long sleeve rash guard and I was fine, but my wife was a bit chilly on the trip back.

We would 100% do this experience again!

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ALOHA Kirk! Thank you for sharing your kind words, experience. We're so glad hear you have met dolphin and small shark during Manta ray snorkel as well. We looking forward welcoming you back when yo come to Hawaii.

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/06/03
Activity Date: 2024/05/26

Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran

Very good

Reviewed by: Julie

Our captain was awesome so was our server Faith… captain Michael!

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/05/11
Activity Date: 2024/05/09

Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Sunset cruise

Reviewed by: Jen

It was nice. The staff enjoyed educating on your surroundings The staff were very friendly and attentive. If you're looking for a fun time.... I wouldn't call it fun... nice and relaxing is what it was. We realized on this trip that this was geared more for kids and elderly.

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Mahalo for your kind words. We are glad you had a relaxing evening!

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Packages: Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/04/27
Activity Date: 2024/04/21

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Lots of fantastic sights!

Reviewed by: Kara

beautiful colorful hawaiian fish, and awesome sea cave day!

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Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/04/25
Activity Date: 2024/02/07

4-hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Adventure with Lunch - Body Glove Cruises Super Raft

Fun, easy, and convenient~

Reviewed by: Mr & Mrs Locke

I highly recommend this company and their tours for their service and convenience. Each member of the crew was attentive and full of advice, facts about the area, and all clearly loved their jobs. The dock was easy to get to, no walking for miles to find an out-of-the-way pickup location. Finally, the food was delicious and it was nice not to have to bring my own. Same with the snorkeling masks and the sunscreen.

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Mahalo Mr. & Mrs Locke we are so thrilled that you had a great time with us and we have earned your recommendations! We hope to welcome you aboard again someday soon!

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Kona Golden Hour Sunset Ocean Rafting Cruise with Dinner - Body Glove Cruises

Perfect little dinner cruise

Reviewed by: Mr & Mrs Locke

My husband and I were looking for a romantic way to cap off our week in Hawaii, and this was the perfect cruise for us. We were looking for something “quintessentially” Hawaiian and what is more iconic than a sunset dinner cruise? We are also both big history buffs, so we booked this tour based on the descriptions about the knowledgeable captain and crew, and they did not disappoint! They were full of commentary and stories about their island, and very patient answering all of our stupid questions. Mahalo and aloha, wish we could stay there!

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Mahalo for joining us! Thanks a million for your kind words!

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Posted on: 2024/04/09

Big Island Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]

Excellent hospitality!

Reviewed by: David R

What a great excursion. Yes, we saw whales!! Very friendly, accommodating, and organized crew. Captain Mike a true professional with a sense of humor-thank you. Very convenient beach boarding in A-Bay (Waikoloa Resort), which for us was so nice not having to drive down the coast. Cheers

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Packages: Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise [Sailing Catamaran]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/04/02
Activity Date: 2024/03/31

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Resort Luau

Reviewed by: Kara

Stay at King Kam so this evening was an easy evening on grounds. Show was really great, food was good too

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/04/01
Activity Date: 2024/01/11

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

a must!

Reviewed by: Kara

great evening swimming with these giant gorgeous creatures, we got lucky with the abundance who came around to play!

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Aloha Kara! Thank you so much for joining our Manta snorkel tour! We are happy to hear that you had a great time swimming with the manta rays. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
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Posted on: 2024/04/01
Activity Date: 2024/01/10

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

We did see a whale, but it's for those who don't get seasick! クジラは一応見られましたが、その前に、船酔いしない人向けです!

Reviewed by: Penpen

The cruise ship was luxurious, and the snacks were as advertised. The restrooms were relatively clean and spacious. I was impressed by the blue ocean and vast sea right after departure! The view of the natural beauty of the Big Island from the ship was amazing!

It might have been a time of high waves, but the rocking was intense, comparable to a roller coaster, and there were many people feeling unwell on board. I kept looking at the sea to avoid getting seasick.

After more than an hour of intense rocking without spotting any whales, we turned around, and after two and a half hours, we got quite close to the departure point when we finally saw a whale in the distance. The two people who joined me were feeling too sick to see anything, so they accepted that they would have to rely on the video I took.

I personally don't get seasick, so I was fine, but it might not be recommended for those who do.

客船は豪華で、軽食も情報通りでした。
お手洗いも割とキレイですし、広めでした。
出発直後は青い海、広い海に感動しました!
船から見るハワイ島の大自然も最高でした!

波の高い時期だったのかもしれませんが、とにかく揺れがすごく絶叫マシーン並みで、船内に体調不良者続出で、もらい◯◯しないように海を見続けていました。

1時間以上激しい揺れの中進んでもクジラは見つからず、Uターンして出航して2時間半経ち、出発地点にかなり近くなってきたところで遠くにクジラが見えました。一緒に参加した2人は具合が悪過ぎて何も見られず私の撮った動画で見れたことにしよう、と納得した、と言う感じでした。

私は船酔いしないタイプなので大丈夫でしたが、船酔いする方にはあまりオススメではないかもしれません。

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ご参加いただきありがとうございます。フィードバックをいただき感謝いたします。あなたにとって最良の結果を願っています。残念ながら、船に乗る際には酔いが影響することがあります。ほとんどのゲストは問題なく過ごされています。酔いを経験されたことをお祈りしています。酔い止めの薬として、ドラマミンやボニンなどの市販薬があります。これらの薬は、乗船の少なくとも1時間前に服用すると効果的です。あなたとあなたのご家族に最良の願いを込めて!

Thank you for joining us. We appreciate your feedback and wish you the very best.
Unfortunately motion sickness is a factor anytime anyone goes on a boat. The vast majority of our guests do fine. Sending well wishes that you experienced motion sickness. There are over the counter remedies for motion sickness like Dramamine and Bonine. These medications work best if taken at least an hour prior to boarding.
Best wishes to you and yours!

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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Overall good luau

Reviewed by: Gayla

Good food, good show. They kept things moving with no waiting. Still expensive though.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/03/30
Activity Date: 2024/03/07

4-hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Adventure with Lunch - Body Glove Cruises Super Raft

This tour is so much fun!

Reviewed by: Fran W.

After a week in Hawaii, this one has proved to be the highlight of our trip. The boat ride was smooth and comfortable under the shade, especially later in the day. The captain and crew were so kind and helpful, one of the other passengers got seasick and they offered plenty of remedies (ginger candies‚ who knew). Shoutout to Jennifer and Bob who were great with the snorkeling and super knowledgeable about the fish and the area. If you are considering this tour do it!

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Posted on: 2024/03/29

ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー 滑り台や飛び込み台完備の船で行く!<午前・午後/英語ガイド/食事付>by フェアウィンド号

Participated with family. 家族で参加

Reviewed by: T.M

It was much colder than I expected, and I couldn't stay in for even 30 minutes. But I was glad to see a lot of fish. I was also happy to see a whale.

思っていたよりとても寒くて30分も入っていられませんでした。でもたくさん魚がみれて良かったです。クジラもみれて良かったです

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Packages: 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/03/25
Activity Date: 2024/03/23

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Fabulous show.

Reviewed by: Darren Steffan

Wife and I attended the Luau on February 29th, which happens to be my wife's Birthday ( yes she is a leap year baby) The Hosts took time out to personally wish here happy Birthday and all attendees sang "happy Birthday to her. One of the Best birthday's she will have.

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Packages: Ohana Package
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Posted on: 2024/03/23
Activity Date: 2024/02/29

Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Our first time, but not our last!

Reviewed by: Michelle M

We loved everything about this tour! The boat was comfortable and clean and there was plenty of room for our gear. The food was excellent. My husband and I are omnivores, but we thoroughly enjoyed the vegan lunch and breakfast! The snorkeling was so much fun and we were fortunate enough to have perfect weather. We brought our own snorkel equipment and fins, but the boat was equipped with all of that plus life vests, pool noodles, inner tubes, sun screen and anti fog spray for masks. Last, but most importantly, the crew was amazing. Everyone was so caring and helpful and made sure we felt comfortable and safe in the water and out. We will be sure to book with Fair Wind Cruises again when we travel to the Big Island.

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Packages: Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2024/03/18
Activity Date: 2024/02/22

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

I was able to see it several times. 何回か見ることができました

Reviewed by: まんぼう!

We participated as a couple aged 64 and 57. Since it was a trip in February, we boarded the boat with high hopes of definitely encountering whales. It was about a two-hour cruise where we witnessed spouts and large breaths up close. I was a bit disappointed because I thought we would see larger whales closer. The boat was rocking, so we didn't eat any snacks. I'm glad we had this valuable experience.

64歳と57歳の夫婦で参加しました。
2月の旅行だったので鯨に確実に遭遇できるだろうと期待に胸を膨らませて乗船。
潮吹きや大きな息遣いも目の当たりにした約2時間のクルーズでした。
もっと大きな鯨が近くで見られると思っていたので少し残念ではありました。
船が揺れるので軽食は食べませんでした。
貴重な経験ができて良かったです。

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ご参加いただきありがとうございます!

Thank you for joining us!

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ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー 滑り台や飛び込み台完備の船で行く!<午前・午後/英語ガイド/食事付>by フェアウィンド号

Second snorkeling trip on the Big Island. ハワイ島2度目のシュノーケル

Reviewed by: むーちゃん

This is my second time participating. The kids really wanted to go, so we chose the morning snorkeling. With breakfast and lunch included, we had a great time for two and a half hours. Thank you!

今回は2度目の参加となります。子供達が絶対に行きたいと希望したので朝からのシューノーケルにしました。朝食と昼食が付いて2時間半、たっぷりと楽しめました。ありがとうございます

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Packages: 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/03/15
Activity Date: 2024/03/13

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Great Day on the Bay!!

Reviewed by: Kara

Beautiful caves to explore on the Kona cliffsides!

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Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2024/02/29
Activity Date: 2023/11/16

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Exhilarating Night Adventure Watching Manta Ray Under Your Feet

Reviewed by: LarryC

Are ready to try an adventure that is unique? Water activities are great but what about doing something at night, in the water and mysteriously fun? You must do this! A night time viewing of majestic Manta Rey fish! Oh boy, so fun. The day came, I drove down to the facility early (good thing I did, I got lost) and introduced myself to the host. Maybe her name was Iruka, but a very friendly girl greeted me and accommodated any questions I had. She offered a wetsuit fins and mask/snorkel combo however, I bought and brought my own (because I know what it means for things not to fit right). We took off on time with about 13-15 people out into the abyss. Light was shimmering off the water as the sun was setting down. Very beautiful to see it on a boat. We took a short ride to the spot where other boats were anchored and the crew pulled out a square like raft. It had special lights in the middle to draw fish and Manta Ray. The special lights draw the plankton towards the light and the fish eat it right away.

Everyone slowly dropped ourselves over the side and crew members helped us swim to the floating raft. We had to hold a small rope handle and given floating noodles to place under our feet to make everyone horizontal. This is to keep our feet from kicking underneath the raft and scaring the fish. This also kept everyone relaxed, well until we started seeing strange fish.

So much fun! The ride back was scary fun. Traveling through the dark without any lights but the moon illuminating on the water in front of us Wow! This is something you'll never forget. Highly Recommended.

Video https://youtu.be/t4VJHokd3DI

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Aloha Larry!
Thank you so much for joining our manta ray tour on the big island of Hawai'i! We are happy to hear that you had a great time with our awesome crew and in the water with the manta rays! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! Your videos and pictures are amazing to see. Come back soon, mahalo

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
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Posted on: 2024/02/28
Activity Date: 2024/02/13

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Great tour

Reviewed by: Elena M

Henry is a wonderful tour guide. He told us so many interesting things about Big Island culture, history, plants, geology, stars. He was great with the kids and took a good care of us all. The Rainbow fall was beautiful and the banyan tree nearby was insane! The star gazing was great even though the conditions were not the best (bright moon). For me the best experience of the tour was getting deep inside the cave - it was amazing, I had never seen anything like it.

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Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2024/02/26
Activity Date: 2024/02/22

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Awesome once-in-a-lifetime experience

Reviewed by: Veronica

My family did the sunset cruise and it was amazing! We got to watch the sunset in the water and got to see dolphins and look for whales before heading to the snorkeling spot. I have kids ages 12 and 9. While my 9 year old struggled a bit with the snorkel, my 12 year old had no problems at all. The crew was super fun and engaging, dancing to music and generally infecting the crowd with their great attitude. Snacks and drinks were provided as well as hot chocolate afterward. They also took videos for us and were happy to airdrop them to anyone that wanted them. I would definitely recommend this experience and this company!

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Aloha Veronica!
Thank you for joining our manta ray tour and for sharing your amazing experience. We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time on our boat and snorkeling with the manta rays. We hope you come back soon for more fun, mahalo

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2024/02/25
Activity Date: 2024/02/02
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