Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise

wonderful event

Reviewed by: blessed

this is my second manta snokel.
3 yrs ago, I did it at hulakai.
Even though at that time, I had no manta encounter,
I think there is no difference between sea paradase and fairwind.
Steps of sea paradase seems to be more informative. I though.

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ケアウホウ湾　シーカヤック＆シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞by オーシャンサファリ・カヤック

It was very disappointing (tears). とっても残念でした（涙）

Reviewed by: マッピー

The kayak experience that my child was really looking forward to. I had communicated that we are not fluent in English. Of course, being with an 8-year-old child... While I couldn't understand the explanations in English, it wasn't our first experience, so we understood how to paddle and participated. After the explanations, we started paddling, but after just a few dozen meters, our family fell behind. A person who seemed to be the leader came close and asked in English (You have to paddle a long distance, but are you okay?). Since it wasn't my child's first experience, I thought we could manage as we got used to it, and I repeated the words (try, challenge) several times, but perhaps they wanted us to turn back, as they wouldn't let us proceed. We decided to turn back. Then, as if they had been waiting, the staff was there and said, (Oh, your stomach hurts, poor thing). It was my first time on the Big Island, and I regretted visiting with a Honolulu mindset. I felt deceived because such things were not mentioned in the tour description, which left me with an unpleasant feeling. After that, I asked them to call a taxi, but they said something like (I don't know). However, an Asian person who seemed to have lived in Japan helped us and called a taxi for us. (That was lucky.) I am truly grateful to that Asian person. Thank you very much. I have more to say, but I don't think all tours are like this, and I was able to meet kind locals. An 8-year-old might not be able to handle it. However, I was disappointed that they didn't inform us from the beginning.

とても子供が楽しみにしていたカヤック。英語が堪能ではない事は伝えていました。もちろん、８歳の子供と一緒という事も…英語での説明はわからないですが、初体験ではなかったのでカヤックの漕ぎ方等、理解して参加していました。説明も終わり頑張ろうという事で漕ぎ始めて数十メートル漕いだ辺りで私たち家族だけ遅れがでました。リーダーらしき人が近くまできて、英語で（長い距離漕がないと行けないけれど、大丈夫ですか？）と聞かれました。子供も初めての体験ではないので慣れて行けばどうにかなるかと思い（トライ・チャレンジ）と言う言葉を何回か繰り返しましたが、戻って欲しかったのでしょうか、相手も進ませてくれません。等々、戻る事を決心して戻りました。すると、待っていたかというようにスタッフが待っていて、（おなかが痛いのね、可哀そうに）と言ってきました。ハワイ島は初めてで、ホノルル感覚で訪れたのも反省し、悔しかったのですが、ツアーの説明にこの様な事もあると書いてもいなかったし、だまされた感が残り嫌な気持ちになりました。その後、タクシーを呼んでくれるよう頼んでみたのですが、（わからない）ような事を言われました、しかし、日本に住んでいたらしいアジアの方が伝えてくれてタクシーを呼んで下さいました。（ラッキーでした）
本当にそのアジアの方には感謝です。ありがとうございました。他、書きたい事がありますが、このようなツアーばかりではないと思うし親切な現地の方ともしりあえました。８歳児は無理なのかもしれません。でも、初めから知らせてくれない対応には残念でした---。

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野生のマンタ　シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞

Encounter with a manta ray. マンタ遭遇

Reviewed by: HIDE

We participated in the manta night snorkeling with our family of three, including our 8-year-old daughter. As a result, we had five mantas come very close to us, and our daughter was extremely satisfied.

As parents who dive, we felt it took quite a while to encounter mantas while diving, but if they come so close (within 10 cm), I definitely recommend participating at least once.

By the way, I called to reconfirm at 4 PM on the day of the event, but no one answered. I thought, as someone mentioned in a post, that it might be okay not to reconfirm. However, when we arrived at Sea Paradise at 7 PM as stated in the confirmation, we were told it was too late because the gathering was at 6:30 PM, which was quite alarming. After explaining that the confirmation said 7 PM and that I had called but no one picked up, they called a colleague on the boat, and somehow we were allowed to board despite being late.

I recommend making the reconfirmation call, and since the confirmation stated a 7 PM gathering, I would like VERTRA to double-check with Sea Paradise.

As mentioned in other posts, you will drift on the surface holding onto the bar for about an hour, so after the snorkeling, my daughter was completely chilled. I recommend bringing warm clothes for changing after the snorkeling.

8歳の娘と家族3人でマンタ ナイトシュノーケルに参加。結果としては断続的に5枚のマンタがすぐそばまで接近で、娘も大満足でした。
ダイバーの両親としては、ダイビングでマンタに会うまで結構時間かかったのになあ、と思う気持ちもありましたが、あんなに手軽にマンタがそぐそばまで（１０ｃｍと離れてない）くるなら一度は参加をお勧めします。
ところで今回当日4時にReconfirmの電話をするも、誰も出ないので、どなたかの投稿にあったようにReconifrmしなくても大丈夫かな、と思いConfirmationに記載の通り夜7時にシーパラダイスに到着したら、集合は6時半でToo Lateだといわれ肝を冷やしました。Confirmationに7時とあったこと、電話したのに誰も電話を取らなかったことなど話したところ、船の同僚に電話を入れてくれ、何とか遅れて乗せてもらいました。
Reconfirmの電話はしたほうがいいのと、Confirmationに7時集合とあったので、VERTRAさんはシーパラダイスと再確認をお願いしたいと思います。
見なさいの投稿にもありますが、小一時間バーにつかまって水面を漂いますので、終了後は娘は体が冷え切ってました。シュノーケル終了後の着替えは温かいものをお勧めします。

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ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾　シュノーリングツアー ＜軽食付き／英語ガイド＞

I was thrilled by the intense rafting! 激しいラフティングに大興奮！

Reviewed by: romshutefan

First, the check-in is not at a store, but in the car. You need to sign a participation agreement (probably stating that you won't complain if you fall into the sea and something happens!). The boat is a large rubber boat with an engine. If you think it won't go very fast, you're mistaken! As we set off, only the back part touched the sea, creating a wheely state. When big waves came, it felt like we were flying. I was clinging to the boat, worried it might flip over.

When we arrived at Kealakekua Bay, we were lucky enough to encounter a pod of wild dolphins. Then we went into the sea, which was a beautiful world beyond what I've heard. One important point to note is that you should not step on the coral. After snorkeling, we enjoyed fresh fruits and drinks, and then headed back with a force that felt like we might flip over again.

The beautiful coral reefs and the thrilling rafting to get there made for a truly interesting tour!

まず、受付はお店ではなく、車です。
受付に際し参加同意書（おそらく海に落ちて、どうにかなっても文句言わない！という）にサインが必要です。
ボートは大きなゴムボートにエンジンを付けたもの。
スピードはあまり出ないだろうと甘く見ていたら大間違い！！
出向と同時に後方部分のみが海に着いてウィリー状態。
大きな波が来ると飛んでいる感じ。
ひっくり返らないかひやひやしながら、船にしがみついていました。
ケアラカクア湾に着くとラッキーなことに野生のイルカの群れに遭遇。
続いて海へ、そこは聞きしに勝る美しい世界。
注意点はサンゴに足をつけてはいけない点。
シュノーケリング後はフレッシュなフルーツや飲み物を楽しんだ後、
再びひっくり返るような勢いで帰途に。

美しいサンゴ礁、そこに着くまでのどきどきラフティング。
実に面白いツアーでした！

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ケアウホウ湾　シーカヤック＆シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞by オーシャンサファリ・カヤック

It's a test of physical strength. 体力勝負

Reviewed by: aki

We participated as a family with no English skills at all. Therefore, we couldn't understand what was being explained and were just paddling the sea kayak.

I would recommend this to those who are fluent in English. The reason is that my high school son underestimated the sea kayak and signed up for a single kayak, but he ended up "exhausted" and couldn't keep up with the speed of the other participants, falling behind. At that time, the guide performed the amazing feat of towing my son's kayak.

It was a day that made me acutely aware of how much I wish I could speak English.

英語が全く出来ない家族での参加でした。よって、何を説明されているのかが理解出来ずに、只々、ｼｰｶﾔｯｸを漕いでいる状態でした。

英語の堪能な方にはお薦めしたいと思いました。
理由は高校生の息子がｼｰｶﾔｯｸを甘く見てsingleで申し込んだのですが、「疲れた果てた」為、他の参加者のｽﾋﾟｰﾄﾞについて行けず、一人遅れての状態となりました。
その際、ｶﾞｲﾄﾞの方が息子のｶﾔｯｸを牽引してくれるという離れ業を行って下さいました。

英語がしゃべれたらなぁ～と痛感した一日でした。

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

WOW Awesome Experience!

Reviewed by: Hilary and Calvin

Wow! This was an awesome experience! Our hosts, Ashley and Santino were friendly, knowledgable, helpful and fun! Kayaking was beautiful and snorkeling spectacular! We will definitely do this again the next time we're on the Big Island and we highly recommend you experience this for yourself too!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Fun Experience!

Reviewed by: COgirl

The Kayak and Snorkel Adventure was great! Our family of 5, including two 10 year olds and a 6 yr old, participated. It was a bit much for our kiddos to paddle the whole way so the majority of the work was on the parents. We were able to get a 3 person kayak for the 6 yr old, a 10 yr old, and a parent. Once we got to the snorkeling location it was fun to snorkel then get out and have fresh pineapple then jump off the cliff into the ocean! The guides were super friendly and very helpful. At times kayaks would fall behind the group and they always had someone who stayed with them just to make sure they were OK. There was never pressure to hurry up, etc. I am giving it a 4 vs. a 5 because we didn't see/go into any sea caves which was one thing we were looking forward to. I would recommend!

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Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise

amazing

Reviewed by: helen

This was an amazing experience, the rays swam around gathering up the plankton and came within milimeters of us. The staff were very friendly.

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Sea cave

Reviewed by: Simon & Toni

A great morning, great location, friendly and informative staff, fun experience for everyone

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Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai

Manta Rays

Reviewed by: Simon & Toni

Amazing, awesome, spectacular!!!! Something not to be missed, am experience we highly recommend for everyone

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Captain Cook Express 2.5-Hour Ocean Raft Adventure - Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay

Excellent time!

Reviewed by: ER2014

Great adventure with a well organized, professional, informative crew! Originally booked a different tour for my boyfriend as a birthday present, but Veltra contacted me when that tour wasn't going to run and connected me with this outfit, especially since they were based right outside our hotel. I'm so glad they did! We didn't see dolphins, but had a great time snorkeling and exploring the coast under the guidance of Captains Patrick and Cassie. Great experience all around. Highly recommend!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Good adventure

Reviewed by: Nik Mason

This was a great little kayak tour. The guides were absolutely awesome (don't remember their names). We were hoping to see a few more sea caves/lava tubes, and thought we might be able to go in them. We only got to take a look at one sea cave, and we just paddled up to it and looked. The snorkeling was good, and the cliff jump was awesome as well. Well worth the money!

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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

Playful cruise 遊べるクルーズ

Reviewed by: Suga

I participated in mid-June. The day before, I went to the office to confirm my reservation and check the parking lot for the departure location, but the road from the parking lot to the office was under repair and was in the water. When confirming my reservation at the office, I was informed about a change in the parking lot. Since the communication was in English, it might have been unclear regarding the changed parking lot. The cruise was comfortable. There were no other Japanese people, but everyone was friendly. Unfortunately, the snorkeling was disappointing due to the lack of fish, but there were fun activities like a slide to jump into the sea from the cruiser, which was enjoyable. The BBQ was delicious, and we were able to relax and take our time.

6月の中旬に参加しました。
前日、予約確認と出航場所の駐車場確認に事務所まで行くと、駐車場から事務までの道が修理で海の中。事務所で予約確認の際、駐車場の変更を言われました。英語でのやり取りなので電話で予約確認をしていたら、変更された駐車場がわかりづらかったかもしれません。クルーズは快適です。日本人は誰もいませんでしたが、皆、フレンドリーでした。シュノーケリングは残念ながら魚が少なかったので期待はずれでしたが、クルーザから海に飛び込む滑り台など、遊ぶ配慮
があり、面白かったです。BBQも美味しくゆっくり出来ました。

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Awesome time kayaking and snorkling

Reviewed by: Cathie

Had a GREAT time kayaking and snorkling. The sea caves were awesome and the cliff diving a little too adventurous for me, but loved watching others. Snorkling was great. Plenty of time to enjoy everything. GREAT GUIDES.

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Blue Waters..Great Time

Reviewed by: Jovi

We had a great time doing this. Our guide was so nice. She was upbeat, relaxed and professional. That set the tone for the trip and allowed all of us to relax and have fun. The sea cave was a little disappointing, it was more like a hole in the wall. The snorkeling was wonderful. All in all it was a thumbs up trip that I'd like to do again.

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Don't miss this adventure!

Reviewed by: KyLaura

Our kayaking trip was amazing! We were both first-timers, and our guide (Tori) did an excellent job explaining how to paddle, safety procedures, etc. if you're like me, you may be thinking, "You all say this is easy...but maybe you're just better at things than I am." Well, trust me: this is easy, fun, and wonderful. The trip was relaxing, and during the snorkeling part we saw lots of fish (yellow tang, parrot fish), an eel, and turtles. Once we got to the cliff and snack area, we also saw a mongoose! A note on the cliff: jump. Seriously, just do it. You will regret it if you don't.

In short, take this adventure! The staff are professional and friendly, and the activity itself is not to be missed. Thank you, Tori, for one of our favorite activities! You are awesome!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Awesome

Reviewed by: Shane and Ayano

My wife and I went on the kayak and snorkel adventure about a month ago now and we were both so happy that we did. The bay itself and the surrounding areas are incredibly beautiful and kayaking is the best way to see it all. The snorkelling was great and our guide made everyone feel safe. Speaking of the guide, Jasmine was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic and made sure everyone had a great time. A personal highlight was jumping off of the cliffs into the ocean (twice!)We both had a fantastic time and I would thoroughly recommend the sea kayak adventure to anyone

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ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾　シュノーリングツアー ＜軽食付き／英語ガイド＞

Healed by the ocean in Hawaii. ハワイの海に癒される

Reviewed by: AYAKA

I apologize for being late to the meeting time (>_<)
The crew's response was wonderful, and I was able to enjoy myself very much!
It's a reliable and trustworthy shop!
Thank you very much (*^^*)♪

集合時間に遅れてしまい大変ご迷惑をおかけしました(>_<)
クルーの対応も素晴らしくとても楽しむ事が出来ました！
安心信頼出来るショップです！
ありがとうございました(*^^*)♪

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Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai

Manta Ray Heaven!

Reviewed by: Flyin Simon

If you love the ocean and ocean wildlife, you will love this activity as a solo, couple or family. What a fun and exciting trip! Watching the Manta Rays was like watching an underwater ballet. I got some great video footage to capture the experience and to bring home. I did the snorkeling portion but I'm sure if you can scuba dive this would be even more fun! To top it off, they give you hot soup and hot chocolate afterwards! Great fun!

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Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure on the Big Island - Aerial Sky Bridges and Optional Waterfall Swim

Ziplining Away

Reviewed by: Flyin Simon

My wife and I were looking to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in a special way and this was the perfect activity to make memories. Our zipline guides, Micah and Rog, too great care of us and made the entire experience outstanding and really fun!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

HARD TO EXPLAIN

Reviewed by: HAWAII BOUND

WHAT A GREAT TOUR AND SO MANY WONDERFUL THINGS TO SEE! COULD HAVE DONE IT ALL DAY!

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野生のマンタ　シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞

Passive activities 受動的アクティビティ

Reviewed by: momo

This is a passive activity where you float on the surface of the water while holding onto a bar, waiting for manta rays to appear. The impressive proximity of the manta rays, coming so close that it feels like they might collide with you, is truly captivating.

バーにつかまった状態で水面に浮き、ひたすらマンタが現れるのを待つ受動的なアクティビティです。
ぶつかりそうでぶつからない程近づいてくるマンタの迫力は見ごたえ十分です。

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野生のマンタ　シュノーケリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／軽食付き＞

Only one manta ray. マンタ一匹のみ

Reviewed by: YUKA

I only saw one manta in the distance. It just passed by in an instant. The water was cold, like a punishment game. The staff was friendly. I was able to walk from the office to the boat.

マンタは遠くに一匹のみ。
一瞬通り過ぎただけでした。
水は冷たく、罰ゲームのようでした。
スタッフはフレンドリー。
事務所から船までも歩けました。

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Kayaking on the open sea

Reviewed by: Heather

I gave the adventure 5 stars, because I don't think it could have been any better and the guides were excellent.

That being said, I did not enjoy the adventure. The water was very rough and I had a very difficult time paddling and controlling the kayak. I have kayaked on lakes and rivers before without difficulty. In addition, because it was so rough, I got VERY sea-sick. That made the return trip nearly impossible. Since you are on your own, you have to muscle through it. As a result, my husband didn't enjoy it because he was worried about me.

Some suggestions, don't do this adventure if you get sea-sick. Another gentleman in the group was also throwing up, so it wasn't just me. In addition, unless you are in amazing physical condition, get a two person kayak. You can use your combined strength to get through the waves.

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ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック＆シュノーケルツアー　海中洞窟探検プランあり　＜早朝・午前／日本語ガイド＞by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

The best 最高

Reviewed by: mitsuuchi

It was amazing. Once you're in the ocean, words are unnecessary. Kevin's personality was kind and attentive, which I really appreciated.

There is no shade on the water, so sunscreen is a must.

最高です。海の中にはいったらもう言葉はいりません。
ケビンさんの人柄も親切丁寧でありがたかったです。

海上は日陰がないので日焼け止め必須です。

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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Fabulous Tour

Reviewed by: Vivian

We had a great time with Captain(found the nametag)Liam, Captain Joe,and Cassie. Loved the colorful commentary, super sights and snorkeling. Even had a wonderful whale sighting. Hope you get driving lessons before you take the next unsuspecting tourists out. Thanks for a great time!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

A must

Reviewed by: Anne

We had a blast on our kayaking/sea cave/snorkeling tour. Our guide was absolutely wonderful and extremely knowledgable about the ocean. The weather was crisp and perfect. Would do it again and again. We even saw whales!!!!!!!!!!!

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

BREATHLESS

Reviewed by: HAWAII BOUND

WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE WHAT WE SAW AND HOW IT MADE US FEEL - JUST SO BREATHTAKING!

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Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai

A TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Reviewed by: JUSTIN AND LINDSAY

THIS WAS ONE OF MANY TOURS WE BOOKED WITH YOU THRU OUR TRAVEL AGENT AND WE COULDN'T HAVE BEEN MORE PLEASED WITH IT. FROM START TO FINISH EVERYTHING WORKED PERFECTLY!

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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

I was moved by the crystal-clear sea for the first time. 初めての澄みきった海に感動

Reviewed by: saito

The sea was wonderful, just as described, with such high transparency. Despite being mid-January, the water temperature was not low, and I was able to enjoy it fully. If I had to be picky, I would have liked a bit more variety in the tropical fruits.

こんなに透明度が高いとは、案内の通りの素晴らしい海でした。1月中旬にもかかわらず水温も低くなく存分に楽しめました。欲を言えばトロピカルフルーツにもう少しバリエーションがあれば良かったと思いました。

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