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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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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!!

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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

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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

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

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

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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

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.

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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

伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー  レジェンズ・オブ・ハワイ(ヒルトンワイコロアビレッジ)<日・火・金催行/ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題>

It was amazing. 最高でした。

Reviewed by: めみちゃん

The buffet had a wide variety of food and drinks, and I definitely overate. The Hawaiian songs and dances were also enjoyable. The sunset view in the background was lovely.

バイキングの料理も、飲み物も豊富で、食べ過ぎました。ハワイアンの歌や、踊りも楽しかったです。
背景の夕焼けの景色もステキでした。

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

The piña colada, a cocktail made with coconut milk and pineapple juice, was very delicious. I definitely recommend it.

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ピナコラーダというココナッツミルクとパイナップルジュースのカクテルはとても美味しかったです。
ぜひ、おすすめします。

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Packages: 一般席
Attended as: Friends
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/10/12
Activity Date: 2025/09/21

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Amazing must do experience!

Reviewed by: Holli

This tour was one of my favorite things we did while on the Big Island! Initially, the plan was to just go to the Waipi'o Valley lookout. I am so glad we ended up deciding to take the tour. You're taken down into the valley (on an extremely steep road) in a 10ish seater van. I get really carsick and had no issues during the tour. Our wonderful guide, Forrest, informed us of the history of the valley and it's people. He was extremely informative and clearly cares so much about the valley and it's history. The views inside the valley were stunning! Do yourself a favor and book this tour.

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: 2025/10/06
Activity Date: 2025/09/24

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

The best big island tour!

Reviewed by: Kelc

Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and kind. He went out of his way to teach us about Waipi’o family and ensure we experienced it to the fullest!

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: 2025/10/03
Activity Date: 2025/10/01

4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise

Great company

Reviewed by: Deb

A great trip. Staff , boat and equipment was excellent. Fun for first time snorkeling

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo for joining us! We hope you're able to come again someday soon!

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Packages: Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/09/28
Activity Date: 2025/09/27

Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Error in time for check in

Reviewed by: Deb

Our invoice said to check in at 4:15 but when we got there they said check in was 5:15 after checking in we waited another hour to enter and then dinner and the show didn't start until 7 pm! That was almost 4 hours of waiting. The show and dinner was great but the wait time was terrible.

Local customer service: 4

Location & environment: 4

Schedule & duration: 1

Equipment & facilities: 4

Comfort & well-being: 3

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Packages: Premium Package - Alii Seating
Attended as: Friends
Weather: Cloudy
Posted on: 2025/09/28
Activity Date: 2025/09/26

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

Amazing!

Reviewed by: M. LANEY

I have a gluten allergy and it was SO incredibly helpful to have everything clearly labeled. The show was outstanding, the crew was friendly and helpful, the food was absolutely delicious. All around 10s

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: Others
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/09/22
Activity Date: 2025/09/19

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

Gorgeous evening

Reviewed by: Kara

Hot at first with the sun coming down, but the sunset views are phenomenal!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for joining us and your kind words! We hope that you're able to join us again someday soon!

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Packages: Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2025/09/20
Activity Date: 2025/07/03

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

The guide is very well-informed and interesting

Reviewed by: Candra and Lucas

Our guide to the Waipi'o Valley tour was Kaloeo Olival He did a superlative job. We really enjoyed the tour and learned quite a bit about Hawaiian traditional culture.

Thanks to you and to Kaloeo!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Tips and suggestions

none

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/09/15
Activity Date: 2025/09/12

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

Recommended

Reviewed by: Nikki

Very relaxing and educational experience. My family and I really enjoyed it.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 4

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 3

Comfort & well-being: 3

Tips and suggestions

Wear sandals and pants no longer than capris. Your feet and ankles will get wet.

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 family enjoyed the trip. And your tip to wear shorter pants and shoes that can get wet is spot on -- we board the boat via a ramp at the shoreline. Depending on ocean and wind conditions at the time of your cruise, you may get wet up to your knees accessing the ramp (though our crew is stationed at both the bottom and top of the ramp to help with those transitions).
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 join us onboard and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou

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Packages: 30-Minute Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/09/03
Activity Date: 2025/09/01

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Best Tour and experience!

Reviewed by: Best tour on our trip!

We were told by a couple at our hotel to make sure we do this tour and it was 💯 worth it! What a unique experience led by one of the native Hawaiian to see this hidden valley! Perfect for our 6 year old and adults too! It’s truly like a garden of Eden.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

  • Wild horses were so friendly!

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/08/30
Activity Date: 2025/08/05

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Nice&lovely tour guy

Reviewed by: Kitty

A wonderful experience, If you would like to spend a chill time and have a deeper understanding in Waipio valley ,choose it!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 4

Comfort & well-being: 4

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/08/24
Activity Date: 2025/08/22

Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Great time!

Reviewed by: Feather

The performers were beyond amazing.
The table service was excellent.
The food was excellent - so delicious!
The price for premium upgrade- disappointing.
The ambiance could have been more authentic rather than long rows of very crowded tables and unbearable heat for the first 90 minutes before sunset.
Closer to the water maybe? Sail shaped tarps for shade maybe?
Definitely recommend.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 4

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 4

Comfort & well-being: 3

Tips and suggestions

Dress light. Bring a hand fan.
Expect some rude people to walk up for a better look & block view

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Packages: Premium Package - Alii Seating
Attended as: Couples
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/08/20
Activity Date: 2025/08/17

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

Great Price

Reviewed by: Vai

We were traveling with young kids who were not really into snorkeling.. so we were looking inexpensive ways to look at some beautiful marine life. This was perfect for us. 5 minutes walk from our resort. Friendly, knowledgeable and more importantly patient staff. Luckily we kind of got a private tour as there was no one else at the same time as ours.

Kids loved it, we loved it too. Definitely recommended!!

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 family enjoyed the trip and your interactions with our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to experience the ocean while you're on the Big Island, and we're honored you chose to join us onboard and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou

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Packages: 30-Minute Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/08/11
Activity Date: 2025/08/09

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Great tour!

Reviewed by: QPM

Great guide (local), the pick up spot is a neat art gallery with a snackshot. The tour was great, filled with local knowledge and just the right length.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Tips and suggestions

You might want bug spray (we didn't need it) and the wild horses aren't shy so bring apple slices!

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/08/09
Activity Date: 2025/07/19
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