Reviewed by: Hawaii lovers
This was truly awe inspiring. It is absolutely a must do, our tour guide Wes was incredible. We can’t rave enough about it
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/13 |
Reviewed by: どり
I was able to experience my dream submarine. I felt excited as we dove down. I wish it were a bit cheaper.
あこがれの潜水艦を体験することができました。潜っていくときはワクワクしました。もう少し安ければよいのですが。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Mark from Oregon
Everything was perfect! The boat is virtually brand new and is spotless! The crew was amazingly friendly and competent. We were traveling with 3 generations of our family, ranging from 3 to 72 and everyone raved about how this was one of the best adventures any of us had ever experienced! You will not regret booking an adventure on the Spirit of Aloha!!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/11 |
Reviewed by: D&J
The Captain and Crew were amazing and informative. It was such a Great Time. Would so go Again!! A Perfect Evening for it.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | [A-Bay Departure] Waikoloa Sunset Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Cole
Great experience and insight into Waipi'o. I have hiked it many times but never went back into the valley--well worth it, especially given the circumstances. I am glad our driver has had an authentic experience with the valley; that made a big difference.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Christine
Waipio Valley was such a gorgeous find - rich with history and a unique ecological place. Highly recommend! We loved our tour guide, Seanery - so personable and knowledgeable! We were fortunate to have a smaller group in the van, which was a huge plus. :)
The road down is bumpy, but most seniors could probably handle since you mostly stay in the car.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/06 |
Reviewed by: GMC
I heard the sound of a whale for the first time. Thanks to the captain's accurate comments and the great energy of the passengers, it was a fun atmosphere, and the hour and a half flew by in no time.
クジラの鳴き声を始めて聞きました。船長さんの的確なコメントと乗客のノリの良さが相まって楽しい雰囲気の中、あっという間の1時間半でした。
マハロ -- 私たちを選んでいただき光栄です!
Mahalo -- we're honored you chose to join us!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 10:30発/ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/06 |
Reviewed by: Gary and Jonna P
Guides were great
Dolphins are clearly very well taken care of and lived
100% awesome
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 30-Minute Deluxe Encounter - Ages 10 & Up |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/06 |
Reviewed by: Oscar
Riding up to the top of Mauna Kea with James, our tour guide and driver, was interesting and entertaining! James is very knowledgeable about the Hawaiian culture and history; volcanic geology; the telescopes on Mauna Kea; and the night sky. And he always paid close attention to all his customers. A better telescope would have made this tour perfect.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Ted Ramirez
This was one of my favorite things we have done on the big island the guide was fun and extremely informative this is a must do for anyone visiting.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Kazzie
As we left the shoreline, the captain noticed several whales breaching in the distance. He asked if we wanted to go past the reef to see it and we all said yes, of course. We spent most of the 30 minutes whale watching from a distance. On our return trip, the crew still found time to pass over the reef and explain several interesting details not only about the reef but the animals the call it home. It was a great time and the crew did a great job!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your experiences aboard the Glass Bottom Boat. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got a chance to see the Humpbacks too!
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 onboard.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Reviewed by: りょん
This is a luxurious tour where you can enjoy whale watching, dolphin watching, sea turtle viewing, and snorkeling all on a cruise charter. We participated as a family of six across three generations, and with two staff members accompanying us, one of whom entered the water to provide guidance and support, my 78-year-old mother, who has paralysis on her right side, was truly grateful to be able to snorkel together. After snorkeling, there was a service of tropical fruits, juice, and snacks, which I believe offers great value for the price. I especially recommend private charters for families with small children or elderly individuals.
クルーザーチャーターで、ホエールウオッチングも、イルカウオッチングも、ウミガメかざしも楽しめ、スノーケルも楽しめる贅沢なツアーです。
三世代家族6人で参加しましたが、スタッフが2人付いてくれ、1人が一緒に海に入って指導やサポートをしてくれるので、78歳で右半身に麻痺が残る母も、一緒にスノーケルできたのが本当にありがたかったです。
スノーケル後にはトロピカルフルーツやジュース、スナックのサービスもあり、お値段以上の価値があると思います。
特に小さいお子さんや高齢の方にはプライベートチャーターはお勧めです。
Private charters offer not just a luxurious experience, but also true peace of mind and freedom. If you want to make the most of your trip, I definitely recommend going private.
プライベートチャーターは、贅沢な体験という以上に、本当に安心安全で自由が利きます。せっかくの旅行を満足なものにしたいのでしたら、是非プライベートをお勧めします。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 3時間 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Obarc
James was a great tour guide, very informative. Didn't care for the sandwich choices. Was nice to have the hot chocolate though. The view was amazing.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Others |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Christina
Loooooved it! We didnt wanna get off the boat n the crew was awesome with my kids!!!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/01 |
Reviewed by: Julia
My husband and I and our two kids (ages 8 & 6) rode in the 4-seater and it was great fun! Driving through the mud was slippery and exciting and while we all got a bit muddy and wet the UTV protects you from most of the splash. Our favourite bit was swimming in the waterfall. There were life vests for the kids which made it easy not to worry about them. The water was cold but really refreshing and beautiful. The guides were great and helped us out of a few jams after we fishtailed off the track!
Bring a change of clothes and change of shoes for after! Putting wet socks back on is the worst.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 4-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + up to 3 Passengers |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Joey and crew
No time to relax on this excursion. We flew to Captain Cook on a zodiac boat with little room to sit or move about. The snorkeling was OK and the guides were helpful. Everything felt rushed from the get go. This trip sure gave us a lot of chuckles when rehashing our day.
Slow down. Less passengers on the boat.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Reviewed by: AG
Sites we went to was brilliant, and transport was all ok
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Jerry
The driver-and-guide James has a rich knowledge of history of volcanoes and history of hawaii, and also provides expert guides on the stars.
Take your warm shoes with you.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Bob and Rita
I would not change one thing about this tour. It exceeded our expectations. the communication before the experience was excellent. Jason was an exceptional guide - so attentive! He is an expert in astronomy and Hawaiian history which we greatly enjoyed. He had a great telescope and a cool machine that takes pictures of celestial objects in the sky that he EVEN EMAILED TO US LATER! Just wow! The chicken stew was delicious too! An overall amazing, once in a lifetime experience. Thank you! Rita and Bob
None - great communication too!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/10 |
Reviewed by: とも
Since I stayed at Waikoloa Village, I decided to book Dolphin Quest. The prices were high due to the weak yen, but I thought the experience for my child was priceless, so I made the reservation. The group was divided into two, with one team that understood English and another that did not. The team that didn't understand English had four Japanese and one Indian. Later, you can purchase photos for download.
ワイコロアビレッジに宿泊したため、せっかくなのでドルフィンクエストを予約しました。
円安だし値段は高かったけど、子供の経験はプライスレスだと思い予約。
グループを2つに分けられて、英語がわかるチームと分からないチームに分けられました。
英語わからない方は日本人4.インド系1でした。
後日ダウンロードの写真購入ができます。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
3 manta rays out, so scary but so beautiful! a memory our kids will get to have forever!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Great day, we got lucky to get to see the current ruption! What a perfect experience.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Evening Volcano Explorer |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Court
Kevin was fantastic! He gave us wonderful instruction and tips for the tandem kayak.
He also gave us amazing information on the island and ocean. Kevin provided all equipment and even water.
We had the best time snorkeling, cliff jumping and kayaking along the coast. We loved the sea cave stop.
Highly recommend- thanks Kevin :)
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Dolphin Watch Kayak & Snorkel Sea Cave Tour [4 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/13 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The Big Island is so beautiful and to wrap up at Mauna Kea- the perfect tour!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The Big Island sunset is stuck in our brain, we wish to be back on the gorgeous Kona waters!
Thank you for joining us! We are glad that our gorgeous island left such a lovely impression!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/24 |
Reviewed by: ぱーく
You can enjoy a horseback riding experience in the wonderfully beautiful nature shown in the photos. The horses are all gentle and well-trained, and even as a beginner, I had a great time riding.
There are Japanese versions of the notices and forms available on-site.
The guide speaks only in English, but they talk very slowly and clearly.
Wearing a helmet while riding is optional, but it's best to wear one.
The ranch is located at an altitude of about 1000 meters, and it can get quite cold when the wind blows or it rains. They can lend you a jacket, but make sure to prepare for the cold as well.
写真のような大変素晴らしい自然の中で、乗馬体験ができます。お馬さんたちはみな大人しく、よくトレーニングされており、初心の私も楽しく乗馬を楽しめました。
現地での注意書き、記入用紙などは日本語版が備えてあります。
ガイドは英語のみですが、大変ゆっくりとわかりやすく話してくれます。
乗馬の際にヘルメット着用は選択性になっていますが、必ず着用しましょう。
牧場は標高が1000mくらいの所にあり、風が吹いたり雨が降ったりすると、かなりの寒さになります。ジャケットは貸してもらえるのですが、防寒対策もきちんとしていきましょう。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 1.5時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/30 |
Reviewed by: DJW
Brett was an excellent tour guide. Funny engaging and informative. It is a long day as the island is rather large. Greenwell Farms (coffee farm) was our first stop. Excellent coffee! Brett explained the growing and harvesting process, followed by tasting and souvenir purchases. Then on to the Punalu'u sweetbread bakery for treats. I lived the Lilikoi flavored pastry. Nice gift shop also. Next stop was Punalu'u black sand beach with a bonus sleeping turtle. Quick provided tasty lunch at a shady state park. Next into Volcano National Park. Brett has fantastic volcano pics. Kilauea was steeming and erupted hours later. Traveled down a large lava tube, very cool. Huge old lava fields. Next on to Rainbow falls and majestic Akaka falls on the East side of the island. On the North end, we visited Waipi'o lookout for sunset. It was along day, but excellent. Strongly recommend. Brett made the trip very enjoyable.
It is a long day, lots to see.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/22 |
Reviewed by: C Holland
Small group experience with a great guide! He was very informative and wanted us to understand about the area! Would recommend this to newcomers!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Joe
My tour guide, James, was great! He was informative, kind, patient and made the experience fun. Seeing the sunset on a volcano summit and then stargazing afterwards is a bucket list thing that everyone should do! Unforgettable!!!
The altitude is a bit much. I felt dizziness several times, but it was manageable.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/22 |
Reviewed by: Shuttle
Exceptional experience!!!! AAA+++!!!! Highly recommended, we loved it!!
Book early
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/02 |
Tips and suggestions
Reply from activity provider
An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Sail. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the service and information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to watch the sunset while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend one of yours with us and that you'd consider joining us onboard another time.
Mahalo and A Hui
P.S. Thanks for posting that beautiful photo too!