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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Great evening on Big Island

Reviewed by: Kara

The Royal Kona Resort Luau was a fantastic oceanfront experience. The setting overlooking the water was beautiful, especially at sunset, and the evening was well organized from start to finish

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Packages: Royal Kona Resort Luau - Standard Seating Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2026/01/23
Activity Date: 2025/09/08

Umauma Falls Experience - Waterfall Swim Tour, Kayak, SUP & Picnic Lunch

Great tour

Reviewed by: Kara

Swimming beneath the waterfalls was refreshing, and the kayaking and SUP added a fun mix of adventure

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2026/01/23
Activity Date: 2025/09/09

Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Great show at smaller venue

Reviewed by: Dad of 5

The food and show were both great. It seemed like a smaller venue than one we went to on Maui a few years ago, which was nice because there was less wait to get food and every seat had a great view of the show. Great for the kids, it wrapped up around 7:30pm. Fire dance was pretty cool as well.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Royal Kona Resort Luau - Standard Seating Package
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/22
Activity Date: 2026/01/20

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

Great experience

Reviewed by: Kparks

Great food , entertainment and company . Great time

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Mahalo for your feedback, very glad to see you enjoyed yourselves and thank you for making Island Breeze a part of your memories.

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Packages: Special Holiday Luau: Thanksgiving (Nov 26th) & Christmas (Dec 24th & 25th)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2026/01/20
Activity Date: 2025/12/24

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Great tour, great guide!

Reviewed by: Micah

Forrest was an amazing guide for a very complex and breathtaking history/landscape/culture.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/19
Activity Date: 2025/12/22

Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Experience of a lifetime

Reviewed by: Experience of a lifetime

What a wonderful experience to get close to dolphins! My daughter (11) loved it so much. She got to swim with the dolphins and work with the trainer to give commands to the dolphins. It was so exciting to see all the amazing knowledge these beautiful creatures have. The trainers provide so much information as to the care and conservation of dolphins.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: 30-Minute Deluxe Encounter - Ages 10 & Up
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/17
Activity Date: 2025/12/25

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

A phenomenal experience worth the highest recommendation

Reviewed by: Ericka

Our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and prepared and our experience was unique with the viewing of a huge shooting star crossing the sky as a prelude to the eruption of the volcano in the distance. Unforgettable, thank you!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Bring warm clothes and wear boots.

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Packages: From Kona & Waikoloa - Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2026/01/17
Activity Date: 2025/12/23

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Stunning valley tour with great local guide

Reviewed by: Tyler

Highly recommend. We had a local guide who did a fantastic job educating us about the people and culture of the valley. The views were stunning. Can’t say enough good about it.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/12
Activity Date: 2026/01/10

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

You can participate with peace of mind! 安心して参加できます!

Reviewed by: たねこ

I participated with my 69-year-old mother at the end of December. I was anxious because I couldn't speak English and it was my first experience with snorkeling, but thanks to the excellent support, I was able to participate in the activities with peace of mind.

First, they were able to handle reservation confirmations and inquiries in Japanese over the phone. On the day of the trip, the boarding staff only provided English guidance, but since I had requested a hotel pickup, a Japanese-speaking staff member came to greet us. This person helped us prepare for boarding, provided us with important information after we boarded, and supported us after we disembarked.

Even though it was the end of December in Hawaii, I was worried about the cold sea, but following the staff's recommendation to rent a wetsuit made it comfortable, and I didn't feel cold at all. During the activity, there were enough staff members to watch over and support the participants.

Thanks to this, I had a wonderful experience seeing many manta rays and a beautiful sunset. Even if we hadn't encountered any manta rays, just snorkeling in the waters of Hawaii would have been a fantastic experience. I highly recommend it!

12月末に69歳の母と参加しました。
英語も話せずシュノーケリングも初体験のため不安でしたが、手厚いサポートのおかげで安心してアクティビティに参加することができました。
まず、電話での予約確認や問い合わせに、日本語で対応していただけます。
また、乗船スタッフは英語ガイドのみの日でしたが、ホテルへの送迎を頼んでいたところ日本語スタッフの方が迎えに来てくださいました。
その方に乗船までの準備を手伝っていただいたり、乗船後の注意点も教えていただいたり、下船後のサポートもしていただきました。
ハワイとはいえ12月末の海ということで寒さが不安でしたが、スタッフの方のお勧めに従いウェットスーツを借りたところ、寒さを感じることはなく快適に過ごせました。
アクティビティ中も、参加者に対して十分な人数のスタッフが見守ってサポートしてくれます。
おかげさまでたくさんのマンタと綺麗な夕日を見るという素晴らしい体験ができましたが、もしマンタと遭遇できなかったとしても、ハワイの海でシュノーケリングするというだけでも十分に素敵な経験だったと思います。
とてもおすすめです!

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 5

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

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Packages: 1便プラン(送迎付き)
Attended as: Families
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2026/01/10
Activity Date: 2025/12/31

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

All good

Reviewed by: Lillo

Only way to enter in the valley, it was great! Tour guide was really friendly and took lots of photos of us

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Rainy
Posted on: 2026/01/07
Activity Date: 2026/01/05

ワイピオ渓谷観光ツアー 窓ガラス無しの四輪駆動車で遮るもののない壮大な景色を堪能!約366メートル滝やタロイモ水田など写真スポット多数<1.5時間/英語ガイド>

Mauna Kea Summit マウナケア 山頂

Reviewed by: Daisuke

There is an observatory. The starry sky is very beautiful. I do not recommend driving there by yourself. The return trip is dark and the roads are bad.

天文台があります。星空か、とても綺麗です。自分で運転して見に行くのは、おすすめ出来ません。帰りは、暗く道も悪いです。

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 5

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

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The summit is cold, so it's necessary to take measures against the cold.

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山頂は寒いので、防寒対策が必要です。

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Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/04
Activity Date: 2025/12/29

Day Trip from Kona to Oahu - Complete Pearl Harbor Tour with Lunch & Airfare Included

This was a day well spent

Reviewed by: Elverta Kid

Our Pearl Harbor and Ford Island tour was an unforgettable and meaningful experience. The visit to the USS Arizona Memorial was deeply moving, offering a powerful reminder of the events of December 7, 1941, and the lives lost that day. Touring the Battleship Missouri was equally inspiring—standing on the very deck where World War II ended felt humbling and historic. Our tour guide, Ernest, was an interesting and engaging addition who shared fascinating stories and insights that brought history to life. Lunch at the Ford Island Aviation Museum was good and provided a nice break in the day. We also appreciated the smooth, on-time flights between Kona and Honolulu with Southwest Airlines—comfortable and well-handled from start to finish. The round-trip bus transportation to and from the airport was convenient, well-organized, and stress-free. Overall, this was a well-planned, educational, and memorable day we’ll long remember.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 3

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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The tour wasn't cheap - $1171 for two people for less than a six hour tour.

  • Leaving the HNL airport

  • Visiting the Pearl Harbor Memorial

  • Ford Island

  • Battleship.Missouri

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Packages: Complete Pearl Harbor Experience Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/03
Activity Date: 2025/12/10

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Gorgeous— favorite spot in Hawaii

Reviewed by: Hawaii lover

This is a must see. Shuttle tour was safe, timely, and very informative. Our guide actually grew up in the valley so shared very accurate info. Beautiful place.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2026/01/01
Activity Date: 2025/12/29

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

Unforgettable Manta Ray

Reviewed by: Kara

After the snorkel, the crew offered hot cocoa and snacks, which was a nice way to warm up and reflect on the experience during the ride back under the stars

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/12/28
Activity Date: 2025/09/06

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Really wonderful event

Reviewed by: Kara

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable sharing rich history and stories that really brought Waipio Valley to life. Navigating the roads with this company felt safe, and the off-road portion allowed us to access areas we never could have reached on our own! A win

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/12/28
Activity Date: 2025/08/20

Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet

Great event

Reviewed by: Kara

Lots of great sights throughout, the water is very crystal clear in kona

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Packages: Kona Submarine
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/12/22
Activity Date: 2025/07/16

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

Beautiful

Reviewed by: Kara

Sunset views in Big Island was the best sunset we ever seen!!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Kara, Mahalo for joining us and your kind words! We have high hopes that you'll join us again someday soon!

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Packages: Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2025/12/22
Activity Date: 2025/07/16

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~3月/午前/軽食付き/ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発>

Encounter nearby 近くで遭遇

Reviewed by: LENA

Thanks to the captain and the naturalist, I was able to encounter whales at an incredibly close distance. I was told it was a very lucky experience.

船長やナチュラリストのおかげで、ものすごく至近距離でクジラに出会えました。とってもラッキーなことだと言われました。

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 5

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

Tips and suggestions

I think it's better to go dressed in a way that can handle getting wet.

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濡れても大丈夫な格好で行く方がいいと思います。

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ありがとうございます!私たちの船にご参加いただき、感謝します!

Mahalo for joining us onboard!

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Packages: 8:00発/ワイコロア港
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/12/21
Activity Date: 2025/12/19

ハワイ島 サンセットセーリング カタマラン船「スピリット・オブ・アロハ号」<ワイコロア・アナエホオマルベイ発>

The sunset cruise was amazing! サンセットクルーズ最高!

Reviewed by: としちゃん

We set sail to catch the sunset. Enjoyed some snacks and cocktails while feeling a bit tipsy. Spotted a whale in the distance. We had the best sunset experience on the Big Island of Hawaii!

サンセットに合わせて出航。スナックとカクテルでほろ酔い。遠くにクジラを発見。最高のハワイ島サンセットを楽しみました!

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 5

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

Tips and suggestions

Since you'll be going barefoot when getting on the ferry from the sandy beach, it's best to wear sandals.

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砂浜から渡りボートに乗る際に裸足になるのでサンダル履きがよいですよ。

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Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/12/11
Activity Date: 2025/12/08

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

Great experience

Reviewed by: Kara

What an enchanting evening out on the water experiencing the wonderful manta rays of the Big Island!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/11/23
Activity Date: 2025/08/16

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

Wonderful

Reviewed by: Kara

This evening offered stunning sunset views over Kealakekua Bay, with live entertainment that added a festive, relaxing vibe!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/11/23
Activity Date: 2025/08/17

Umauma Falls Experience - Waterfall Swim Tour, Kayak, SUP & Picnic Lunch

Really great area

Reviewed by: Kara

An amazing day on kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a refreshing swim near Umauma Falls.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2025/11/23
Activity Date: 2025/08/19

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

Swimming with the manta rays under the stars was absolutely magical.

Reviewed by: Kara

The manta rays are graceful, peaceful, and totally mesmerizing. On the ride back, we enjoyed hot cocoa and tea, which made for the perfect ending to a truly unforgettable evening!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/11/22
Activity Date: 2025/07/14

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

Manta Ray Gods!

Reviewed by: Kara

the manta rays glided beneath and around us, often coming within just a few feet, the tour felt very respectful and peaceful all at once.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2025/11/22
Activity Date: 2025/07/09

Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

An unreal experience

Reviewed by: Kara

Snorkeling with manta rays was absolutely unforgettable The boat was well-maintained, the sunset cruise beforehand was a beautiful bonus. Highly recommend this unique Big Island adventure.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/11/22
Activity Date: 2025/07/07

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

My favorite guided tour !

Reviewed by: Nancy V

Forrest was quite knowledgeable and so polite! I'm prone to motion sickness, but did not get nauseous at all in the van. Got to get out and walk along the water, pet and feed horses, and learn all about the history of the beautiful, Hawaiian valley. The gift shop was great, too, with very reasonably priced snacks and ice cream. Wonderful and memorable experience! Mahalo nui loa!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/11/15
Activity Date: 2025/11/13

Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise with Ocean Sports - Kids 5 Years Old and Under Ride Free!

Excellent Adventure with a Toddler

Reviewed by: Amanda

We had a great time on the glass bottom boat tour with our toddler. He loved seeing the fish and hearing about the coral reefs. It was his first time on a boat! The tour guide was very informative and was so happy to share all information he had about the island.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Reply from activity provider

Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you and your son enjoyed the trip and the information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of activities to choose from 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: 30-Minute Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2025/11/13
Activity Date: 2025/11/10

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

Beautiful!

Reviewed by: Chris

Wonderful crew, great boat, dolphins, and the ocean. What could be better?

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2025/11/07
Activity Date: 2025/11/05

伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー ハワイ・ロア・ルアウ(フェアモント・オーキッド・ハワイ内)<土催行/ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

A night where you can feel Hawaii. ハワイを感じられる夜

Reviewed by: ゆーたん

The atmosphere was really nice under the beautiful moon. Both the show and dinner were excellent! It was a wonderful experience on the Big Island of Hawaii!

月も綺麗な下で、とにかく雰囲気がとても良かったです。
ショーもディナーも、最高でした!
ハワイ島での素敵な体験になりました!

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 5

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

Tips and suggestions

It might be better to go early since the parking lot was full.

Tips and suggestions

駐車場がいっぱいだったので、早めに行った方がいいかもしれません。

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Packages: スタンダード・ルアウ・パッケージ
Attended as: Friends
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/11/04
Activity Date: 2025/10/04

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Amazing Waipio Valley trip

Reviewed by: Oliver family

This trip into the valley was a highlight of our friend’s visit to the Big Island from Massachusetts. We all commented on what a great guide Forrest is.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 4

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This trip should be on all visitors must see list.

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2025/10/30
Activity Date: 2025/10/28
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