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Big Island

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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included
Enjoyed our anniversary at the Island Breeze Luau!
Activity Date: 2021/06/15 | Posted on: 2021/07/10

Show itself was pretty good. Food was just ok. Happy there was a kids food table. Disappointed there was a small desert selection

Packages: Ohana Package
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
loved it!
Activity Date: 2021/07/08 | Posted on: 2021/07/10

I loved this excursion and can’t say enough good things about it. The views were fantastic. It was really nice to see a different side of the island and a working ranch. The family that runs it are some of the nicest ppl. will do again for sure

Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Couples
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Absolutely awesome!
Activity Date: 2021/07/08 | Posted on: 2021/07/10
JDh

The 750 acre farm is beautiful, with spectacular ocean views. However the real highlight are the hosts. They are very knowledgeable about the land and Hawaii culture and history so you learn while enjoying the scenery. Cherry on top is supporting a local business that is truly part of the island. My entire family from ages 11-77 loved it. Highly recommend.

Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families
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4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Snorkeling adventure!
Activity Date: 2021/07/08 | Posted on: 2021/07/10

My husband and I had a great time. He was 12 weeks out from recovering from a pelvic reconstruction surgery and the staff were so accommodating! He enjoyed the boat ride and made it into the water for one snorkel spot! I even got inked on by an octopus! Great day on the water with attentive staff!

Packages: Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs]
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Amanda,

Mahalo Nui Loa for the wonderful review. It sounds like an amazing day, it's not too often we get to spot an octopus! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us on your next visit!

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Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition
The highlight of our Big Island trip!
Activity Date: 2021/07/06 | Posted on: 2021/07/08

We stumbled upon Zodiac Rafting after getting declined at two other places but everyone in our group said they would have regretted going with anyone else!

First of all, they have all COVID safety measures in place. Temp check, all staff with masks, smaller groups so we felt comfortable and safe.

Second, the staff! Jennifer at reception was so sweet and accommodating. And Captain Collen, he’s the best! Knowledgeable and experienced without being overbearing or too chatty. Made sure we had the best ride, safe snorkeling trip, took us to special locations to see the Big Island in all it’s beauty and kept checking that we were having a good time and no one was uncomfortable. And they even provided reef safe sunscreen which we thought ours was but Captain explained it was not. They’re really passionate not only but people having a good time but that the natural life on the Big Island is protected and safe. We really appreciated that.

And let’s not forget, we had a private boat because it was just our family on the trip. So it was even extra special!

So don’t waste your time elsewhere. Just go straight to Zodiac people!

Packages: 4-Hour Deluxe Morning Tour (8:00 AM)
Attended as: Families
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Aloha,

Thank you for such kind words. Our employees really do love the jobs they do. We are glad the private tour fit your families needs and made you feel comfortable as we come out of such a long pandemic period. I'm sure your captain and crew really enjoyed your family and sharing just how special our island is. Hope to have you all out again as there are more places on our island to see and snorkel.

Mahalo,
CZ Ohana

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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Amazing!
Activity Date: 2021/07/04 | Posted on: 2021/07/08

This was the perfect ending to our Hawaii trip. It was awesome and the trip exceeded all our expectations. New even got to see Saturn and the entire thing was on time and perfect.

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Wonderful tour and guide!
Activity Date: 2021/07/05 | Posted on: 2021/07/07

Hank was a wonderful guide and truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a great day! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting an introduction to the island!

Packages: Private Tour from Kona/ Kohala (up to 10 passengers)
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Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
Great value!
Activity Date: 2021/07/01 | Posted on: 2021/07/06

This is a fantastic zipline tour that is very well priced (with all the research I did on other tours, this offered the most zip lining for a better price!). The experience itself is so fun and the guides teach you about local plants and culture along the way, also with a sense of humor! Very fun trip and so cool to zipline over a waterfall.

Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
Attended as: Couples
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Fun and Friendly
Activity Date: 2021/06/11 | Posted on: 2021/07/06

We had a blast with the sightseeing tour. The driver was very friendly and took us all around the beautiful valley. Comfortable ride.

Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Such a fun day!
Activity Date: 2021/07/02 | Posted on: 2021/07/05

We had a blast on the ATV tour! The tour started at the Waipi'o on Horseback farm. We started off going uphill, past a fish pond and up to a beautiful spot overlooking the water. My son loved passing all of the horses and cows on the property. Then we headed down to the cliffs by the water which was beautiful! The guides were so nice and told us some interesting things about life on Hawaii. I highly recommend this tour! Quick tip- You will get quite dirty by the end, so bring some extra clothes if you have other plans after.

Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families
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Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
The Best of the Valley
Activity Date: 2021/07/02 | Posted on: 2021/07/04

I’ve taken this tour before and knew my family from the mainland would enjoy it as much as I did. They LOVED the tour from the very minute they met our guides, Chico and Tracy. We got the best of everything that day: weather, horses, views, guides and Hawaiian experience. We appreciated the high spirited personalities and the great knowledge Chico and Tracy, valley residents themselves, shared with us of life in the Valley of the Kings from times past to the life of today’s Hawaiian families. I don’t want to give any more details so it will be your own special experience. I guarantee you’ll have FUN and if you don’t, well then, you just don’t know how to have fun!
‘Oe! Chico! Tracy! A hui hou!

Packages: Afternoon Ride
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Awesome experience!
Activity Date: 2021/07/01 | Posted on: 2021/07/03

We went on the sunset cruise and had a great experience. The crew/guides were knowledgeable, fun and helpful. When we got in the water, they knew where to take us for the best viewing.
The Manta Ray's were so cool to see. This should be on your must do activity list. I would recommend it over a regular day time snorkel trip. However, next time I would do the later night time trip. The Manta Rays seem to be more active the later it gets.

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Great time
Activity Date: 2021/06/30 | Posted on: 2021/07/02

My family had a great outing to the manta rays. The crew made us feel safe and made sure we had a great time. My 12 and 8 year old loved the experience as well. Would definitely recommend this crew.

Packages: Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as: Families
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Mahalo for the shout out to your crew and the 5 star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing night. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again next time!

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Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]
The best adventure on the big island! Just do it
Activity Date: 2021/06/29 | Posted on: 2021/07/01

The best adventure on the big island! We did everything: a helicopter ride, volcano national park, zip lining, snorkeling, swimming with manta rays and this horseback ride through the beautiful waipi'o valley was our favorite activity, hands down. Micah and Eta were excellent and chill guides and just let us get our zen on with the ride while also providing info about all the fruits growing around us.

Packages: Morning Ride
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Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Best crew on the Pacific
Activity Date: 2021/06/28 | Posted on: 2021/07/01

Couldn’t have asked for a better trip. Capt Mike, Faith, Brandon and Rob were the height of professionalism yet still made it fun. They were knowledgeable of the area, sailing and were very personable. They made it their mission to make sure we were happy, comfortable and filled with liquid refreshment. Sunset was out of this world and different experience then watching it from land. You won’t regret a single minute on this boat!

Packages: Waikoloa Sunset Sail
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Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
Best way to enjoy sunset in big island !!!
Activity Date: 2021/06/27 | Posted on: 2021/06/30

Great friendly staff. They took customer satisfaction to heart and made sure everyone had a great time. Loved it!!!

Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Great family activity!!!
Activity Date: 2021/06/28 | Posted on: 2021/06/30

Staff are super friendly and funny. Loved the experience of going to 150 ft inside the ocean and see the marine life !!!

Packages: Kona Submarine
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Amazing experience
Activity Date: 2021/06/28 | Posted on: 2021/06/30

If you are ever on Big Island and looking for unforgettable experience, you have to snorkel with manta rays. They are massive, but completely harmless, and will swim up to and under you. Just have your camera ready and enjoy the show. Dolphin Discoveries took care of all the details and made everyone feel comfortable in the water. I will definitely consider them for other tours!

Packages: Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as: Families
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Mahalo Alex for your awesome review! We are so happy that you had a great time out on our manta ray snorkel! We do hope that we can see you again soon!

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Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Amazing experience
Activity Date: 2021/06/27 | Posted on: 2021/06/29

Awesome crew, it's actually an advantage to go on a smaller boat with fewer people, highly recommended.

Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
What a great experience!!!
Activity Date: 2021/06/27 | Posted on: 2021/06/29

Our crew was awesome and made the experience just totally rad.

Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
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Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]
GREAT TIME
Activity Date: 2021/06/26 | Posted on: 2021/06/28

This was such a fun and relaxing experience. The bartender was absolutely the best. Besides the fact that it was an open bar - he granted every request with the biggest smile on his face. The whole crew was absolutely great. Me and my girlfriends really enjoyed our time out at sea. the sunset was STUNNING. Highly recommend.

Packages: Kohala Sunset Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor
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Paradise Helicopters - Volcano, Lava & Waterfalls Flight from Hilo
The tour is not 60 minutes - closer to 50 minutes.
Activity Date: 2021/06/25 | Posted on: 2021/06/28

We enjoyed the trip and thought we'd see at least one waterfall in addition to the volcanoes. After paying $670 for my husband and I, we were really put off by the "begging" for a tip for the pilot - the staff told us thee time about how to tip the pilot - felt it was really cheesy. We always tip and don't need to be told three times. Also, we asked about validating parking and were told absolutely not.
On the positive side, the pilot was very knowledgeable, took us over volcanoes and had was very skilled - we felt safe.

Packages: 60-min Flight
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Manta dive
Activity Date: 2021/06/25 | Posted on: 2021/06/28

Was lots of fun! Saw manta rays and enjoyed the sunset!

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
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Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
Great review
Activity Date: 2021/06/24 | Posted on: 2021/06/26

Wonderful experience! The captain and crew was amazing!

Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
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Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Awesome!
Activity Date: 2021/06/24 | Posted on: 2021/06/26

I would totally do this again! Such beautiful creatures!

Packages: Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours]
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Great tour!
Activity Date: 2021/06/24 | Posted on: 2021/06/26
jrd

We booked this sort of last minute and were so pleased with the tour! The crew was great and had some very funny and entertaining jokes/stories. The manta rays were indescribable and it was such a unique experience. One major thing to note - we went in the middle of June and it was still very cold in the water, wetsuits are a must in my opinion!

Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
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Aloha, Thank you for joining our Manta Ray snorkeling tour! We are grad that you had a great time with Mantas. Yes, since Manta Ray tour stars after Sunset, we highly recommend to wear wet suits during snorkeling. Thank you for your advice!
A Hui Hou.

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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Incredible
Activity Date: 2021/06/20 | Posted on: 2021/06/25
Mel

Never done anything like this. Is like a must do in Kona.

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Awesome experience and wonderful guides
Activity Date: 2021/06/22 | Posted on: 2021/06/24

A must do when visiting Hawaii! Good for all ages?

Packages: Standard Package
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Memories for lifetime
Activity Date: 2021/06/22 | Posted on: 2021/06/24

We traveled with our 7 and 10 year old boys. The 7 year old snorkeled for the first time that morning and didn't really like it. The staff on this tour were very friendly and knowledgeable. They helped us get the way suits and pick snorkeling gear. By the end of the day, our kids were raving about the trip and wanted to go back and spend more time. Keep in mind, this adventure happens after sundown! You don't actually snorkel freely in the dark. You are holding on to a floating structure alongside other passengers while the crew circle around checking on everyone and helping them float. Watching the manta rays was very very cool... More cool than my words can describe. The waters were choppier than I thought they would be.

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Snorkeling of my dreams
Activity Date: 2021/06/11 | Posted on: 2021/06/23

Awesome and respectful Hawaiian crew members did chants, offerings and storytelling as we entered and left the bay. The sail was wonderful, and the crew was super helpful, watching my young son who decided last minute not to go into the water, so I had a chance to enjoy the activity.

Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Mahalo for the wonderful review! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us again on your next visit!

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