Reviewed by: molly
Loved everything about this group from the easy registration, the friendliness and professionalism of the crew and captain and you can't beat the location
Thanks for everything
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| Packages: | Kohala Snorkel Adventure Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor [Apr 15 - Dec 14] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Was a good evening, was smaller than I imagined but none the less the crew puts in the work!
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/25 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Got to celebrate our anniversary on the Kona waters, very beautiful sunset and very good grub!
Happy Anniversary! Mahalo for joining us and your kind words!
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Maverlynchance
Great service and fantastic dancing! We loved the entire show and Dinner! Fire dance was great at the end!
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/17 |
Reviewed by: Erin
This was the most perfect event. We has a great time celebrating our honeymoon.
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/12 |
Reviewed by: アロハワイー
I felt there were many Polynesian dances. There were fewer hula performances, but the fire show was impressive. The food was very delicious. However, the location was hard to find. Even the staff at the Orchid didn't seem to know much about it. I think I should have asked the doorman at the front entrance from the beginning.
ポリネシアンダンスが多く感じました。フラは少なめですが、ファイヤーショーは見応えがありました。食事はとてもおいしかった。ただ、開催場所がわかりにくかった。オーキッドのスタッフに聞いてもあまり知らないようでした。正面玄関のドアマンに最初から聴けばよかったと思いました。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・ルアウ・パッケージ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/06 |
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。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/05 |
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 |
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 |
Reviewed by: CH
Show was great! Service did their best. I was not pleased with set up & quality of how things were presented & for food & drinks.
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Elaine Elliot
The site for the luau was gorgeous. The food was excellent. We couldn't see the show at all because we were in the back and had kids , although none of us could see it. We left early. We haven't gotten our pictures because we didn't get a chance to do it quick enough. The old method of bringing to the guests was better.
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| Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/19 |
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.
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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 |
Reviewed by: ここぱ
It feels like you can enjoy your meal while watching. The variety and amount of food and drinks are just right. With Alii Seat, you get priority entry and can grab the buffet first, and the staff at your table quickly ask for your drink orders and bring them to you. The show isn't flashy, but you can enjoy it casually while eating and drinking. If you don't understand English, you'll just have to enjoy the atmosphere.
食べながら見るという感じですが食べ物、飲み物の種類と量もちょうど良い感じです。
Alii Seatだと優先的に入れてブッフェも先に取れるし飲み物もテーブル担当の方が直ぐに聞いて持って来てくれます。
ショーは派手さはないですけど飲み食いしながら気楽に楽しめる感じです。
英語がわからなければ雰囲気で楽しむしかないですけど。
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| Packages: | プレミアムシート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Food was OK, performance not so good, singing was awful. Nice that there is a space for children to run around
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Lisa perez
Made so many memories with my family first visit here we will be back
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/24 |
Reviewed by: さささん
During this season, they appear in various places, so we were able to see them from all directions on the boat. Along the way, they submerged a microphone in the water, allowing us to hear the whales' calls.
Baby whales frequently jump, so if you can identify the area where they seem to be, you can stand by and catch a glimpse of them jumping. However, for safety reasons, they maintain a certain distance, so you can only see them from relatively far away. It would be good to have binoculars; I brought a 10x pair and was able to see quite well.
To board the boat, you take a small boat from the sandy beach and transfer to a larger boat a little offshore. Flip-flops or going barefoot is recommended. On the boat, you can get drinks (canned juice or Mai Tai) and snacks (chips). There is no shade on the boat, so make sure to take precautions against sunburn. The interior of the boat isn't very spacious, so it's best to keep your luggage to a minimum. Most people were nearly empty-handed except for their smartphones.
時期的にあちこちで出現しますので、船の全方向で見ることが出来ました。
途中、マイクを海中に沈め、クジラの鳴き声も聞かせてくれます。
子鯨が頻繁にジャンプしますので、大体あの辺にいそう、というのを見極めてスタンバイしてるとジャンプなど見れます
ただ、安全のため一定の距離は取っているので比較的遠くでしか見ることはできません
望遠鏡などあると良いと思います。私は10倍のものですが、持参してよく見ることが出来ました。
船の乗船は砂浜から小さなボートにのり、少し沖にある船に乗り換えます。
ビーサン、裸足がオススメです。
船ではドリンク(缶ジュースか、マイタイ)、スナック(チップス)がもらえます。
船上は日除無いので日焼け対策はしっかりしましょう。
船内もそんなに広く無いので荷物は最小限にした方がいいです。
みなさんスマホ以外ほぼ手ぶらでした。
私たちに参加していただきありがとうございます!オーシャンスポーツを選んでいただき光栄です。クジラウォッチクルーズをお楽しみください!
Mahalo for joining us! We're honored you chose Ocean Sports for your Whale Watch Cruise!
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| Packages: | 10:30発/ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/23 |
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.
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 |
Reviewed by: Kris & Mark
Great little trip into the ocean to view coral reef and fish! Beautiful clear blue water. Staff very knowledgeable. Loved it!
Aloha Kris and Mark,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to spend the morning when you're on the Big Island and we're honored 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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Friends
Great show, standing in a buffet line. A little tiring, food was great
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/19 |
Reviewed by: JL
Fire performance was as the cool kids say these days....fire!
The buffet food was better than average. I go to Hawaii every year and we always do luau. This was the more memorable ones. Dessert buffet table was really good too.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - General Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Colleen
It was my husband's birthday and we wanted to do something special for him!
This celebration and event was perfect and one we will never forget. The staff, atmosphere, entertainment and food were all spectacular! We loved it and recommend everyone goes for an unforgettable, lovely evening!
Thank you so much!
Brian, Colleen and Joel Ruggiero
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| Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Tish
I ask others to go with me, and get...
'is it a big helicopter? must be stable'
'need a seat in the middle up front or I'll barf'
'doors off, are you nutz?'
Don't let them ruin it for you. Small copter with doors off is the full woohooo. The ride is smooth and stable enough. The view out the open door is wondrous. Accept nothing less. Watch a video in the comfort of your couch or get the whole experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/31 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Oliver
The boat was comfortable, the captain was friendly and knowledgeable. We got a text in the morning saying that visibility was poor... and it was. We didn't see much. I don't feel like it was worth the price. Maybe a beverage, a snack or a little souvenir could have been included for the $50 we paid.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the boat and your interactions with our Captain. We're sorry that the ocean didn't cooperate on the day of your cruise, and that's why we sent the text prior to your arrival.
We've always tried to give our guests updated information about anything that will affect the quality of their cruise in time for them to reschedule or cancel their cruise should they decide not to join us. We appreciate your suggestions about additional items that can be added to the cruise, and we've forwarded your ideas to our Exec Team for their review.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/27 |
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 |
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 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/29 |
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 |
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 |
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Snorkel Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the experience and your interactions with our crew. We know there are a lot of activity providers to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to join us aboard!
Mahalo and A Hui Hou