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Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki
Best yacht experience ever!
Activity Date: 2022/03/16 | Posted on: 2022/03/27

Captain Cindy and Chelsea were so nice. It was my birthday and they made me feel so special. The drinks were flowing and they even provided a speaker for all of my friends and I to use. We had forgotten to get food and they had provided us an assortment of finger sandwiches to snack on. We watched the sunset and jumped off the boat. Honestly that experience was the highlight of my entire birthday trip in Hawaii. I will not hesitate to come back to them next time I am in Hawaii on the Big Island !

Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
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Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters
Amazing experience!
Activity Date: 2022/03/22 | Posted on: 2022/03/24

Captain Cindy and Crew John were awesome! They made this the trip of a lifetime! They were informative, so very helpful, personable, and professional. We had a great time from the beginning to the end!

Packages: Private Charter: Kealakekua Bay Snorkel (5 to 8 hours)
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Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
It was a great sail, no issues. We saw dolphins and one whale.
Activity Date: 2022/03/22 | Posted on: 2022/03/24

It was a great evening for sailing. The Captain and crew were very nice and got along well with everyone. We saw dolphins and one . The food was catered and was pretty good. Salad, grilled chicken and white rice.

We had to wait for a few couples before we could leave but we stayed out a little longer.

Packages: Sunset Cocktail Cruise
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Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Great experience!
Activity Date: 2022/02/24 | Posted on: 2022/03/23

The crew is fun and informative. Great views of the island from the water and even saw some whales breaching. Made for some great pictures and we saw the "green flash" as sunset! You take a tender to the boat and do have to walk into the water a bit so just make sure you have on shorts or something you can lift up while getting on and off. Bring cash for tip and any extra drinks. Departs from the beach behind the Marriott which was super convenient if you're staying here.

Packages: Waikoloa Sunset Sail
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Excellent night. Excellent view.
Activity Date: 2022/03/21 | Posted on: 2022/03/23

This activity is a must do!
The day seemed like it might not be good. Rainy and windy. But once we were i. The tour bus, our guide Gauge, was informative about the island and the areas we were driving through. He assured us it would be a great night for a sunset and stargazing. Like the mountain heard him, she did not disappoint! The sunset was spectacular, with every picture trumped by the next. Is 40 pictures of a sunset too many? Haha.
And when we got to our stargazing spot, the diamonds in the sky sparkled and gave us a show.
Dress warmly so you can enjoy. They provide gloves, but maybe invest a little bit in some good ones.
A++

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Better than I ever expected
Activity Date: 2022/03/20 | Posted on: 2022/03/22

I’ve never been snorkeling before so this was a first experience for me. This company offers great services. They have an option for you to pay $30 more per person for them to come pick you up at local hotel (within their distance). Great option because we didn’t rent a car for our trip to Hawaii. They offer wet suit for rental $10 per person. We didn’t rent any because it was warm enough but it’s a great option. The boat ride was about 30 minutes each way and they included sodas/a cup of hot chocolate and chips for you. The manta-rays we saw were huge and there were so many of them!! They came super close as well. The best part was that they even recorded the manta-rays and air dropped the videos to us!!! I don’t have an underwater camera so it was a great surprise when she (the owner?) offered to airdrop us videos.

Packages: Manta Ray Snorkel with Transportation
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha! Thank you so much for joining our tour and for sharing about your experience. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Please come back soon! Mahalo

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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance
Royal Kona Luau
Activity Date: 2022/03/11 | Posted on: 2022/03/21
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Fabulous ocean backdrop. Very colourful performance and the fire show was awesome. Food was very good and catered for vegetarians as well. strongly recommended

Packages: Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner
Outstanding
Activity Date: 2022/03/20 | Posted on: 2022/03/21

Beautiful tour of the Big Island of Hawaii! The volcano park is awesome!

Packages: Deluxe Volcano Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Unreal
Activity Date: 2022/03/21 | Posted on: 2022/03/21

The guides have so much knowledge! I recommend this.

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
So much fun and super safe
Activity Date: 2022/03/18 | Posted on: 2022/03/20

We had such a great time on the zipline tour and would definitely do it again. The guides made us feel safe and instructed us on everything, especially since it was our first time. They made the entire experience fun and the views were breath taking. They walked us through everything and caught us at the end of each zipline. Highly recommend!

Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included
First Timers vs. Veteran Luau
Activity Date: 2022/02/20 | Posted on: 2022/03/20

For those of us who had been to previous luaus this experience was amazing. The attention to history and story telling was very interesting. The costumes, dances and national history was educational as well as entertaining. (Especially the fire dancer!) Some of our friends had never been to a luau before and also thought it was wonderful. The food was presented beautifully and delicious. (The drinks were excellent too!) We even tried the poi because this was the first time it had ever been explained to us how to eat it and with what food combination. The location was easy to find and parking was ample. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great experience for our group of six and would highly recommend this event.

Packages: Ohana Package
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
The perfect adventure
Activity Date: 2022/02/22 | Posted on: 2022/03/20
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For a family coming from the snow, we didn’t know what to expect. We didn’t even know if we could snorkel! The crew was super helpful and fun. All of our fears were for not. We had the time of our lives! We were treated to historic stories to go along with our boat ride, the snorkel equipment was clean and high quality, the sights were incredible! The perfect adventure for beginners! Highly recommended!

Packages: 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop)
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Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise with Ocean Sports - Kids 5 Years Old and Under Ride Free!
Loved this tour!
Activity Date: 2022/03/16 | Posted on: 2022/03/18

Amazing, friendly staff and very informative tour. We saw so many different species and learned a lot during our tour. We already want to go again! We recommend this tour

Packages: Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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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 enjoyed the trip and the information provide by the crew.
We know there are a lot of activity providers on the Big Island, and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us...and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and a hui hou!
P.S. Mahalo for including those pictures! Great images!

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Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Kona Atlantis Submarine
Activity Date: 2022/03/15 | Posted on: 2022/03/17
RAJ

Very professional. Informative commentary and a great underwater experience.

Packages: Kona Submarine
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki
A beautiful and relaxing cruise
Activity Date: 2022/03/10 | Posted on: 2022/03/17

Captain Kurt and Dave gave us a beautiful and relaxing cruise. This was something the whole family can do. We were hoping to see some whales but they were a little too shy this trip. We did have a great snorkel spot. Dave showed the best spots to see sea life. My 2 year old grandson got into the ocean for the first time. Captain Kurt was able to assist some of our family into and out of the ocean safely. Dave brought up a starfish and a sea anemone so my grandson could see and touch them before releasing them back into the ocean.

Packages: Daytime Private Hourly Charter - Customize Your Itinerary
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Awesome!
Activity Date: 2022/02/19 | Posted on: 2022/03/12

Everything was on point. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The day was gorgeous and the sunset was incredible too. Manta-rays we’re a real show!!! They looked so beautiful and out of this word, like dancing in the water and playing with us. Definitely a must at the Big Island.

Packages: Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Absolutely Brilliant!! A must do on the Big Island.
Activity Date: 2022/03/10 | Posted on: 2022/03/12

Our Tour guide Travis was extremely knowledgeable on all things Hawaii (also quite humorous). He was super informative on the history, culture, geology and botany, and that was just on the ride to the summit. It is cold at the top, minus 2 deg Celsius when we were there. However warm jackets and gloves are provided. We took a beanie too which was a good idea.
The sunset is amazing on top of the clouds. We then drove down to 12,000 ft for the stargazing, which was incredible. Travis explained everything very well, and never rushed you. It was probably the best 8 hrs we have spent in Hawaii. Can’t recommend this tour any more highly. Thank you.

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Deluxe Volcano Unveiled Tour and Golden Lava Cave Expedition [Not Available]
Beautiful sites
Activity Date: 2022/03/08 | Posted on: 2022/03/10

I would love to bring my family back on this trip! it was so beautiful

Packages: Daytime Standard package
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Fantastic day of snorkel and lava cave exploring
Activity Date: 2022/03/07 | Posted on: 2022/03/08

Bethany could not have been more accommodating and welcoming when we first arrived followed by a tremendous day at sea with Jill ! She gave an amazing tour of the coastline sharing history, " fun facts" and plentiful opportunity to see lava caves , blowholes, and awesome snorkeling! We saw a baby whale with her mama thanks to Jill's sharp eye followed by a diving turtle and then some dolphin at our final stop. Couldn't have asked for a better day that Jill and Sea Quest gave!

Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included
Fun First Night on the Island
Activity Date: 2022/03/06 | Posted on: 2022/03/08

Going to the luau was a great way to kick off our trip to Hawaii learning about the history and culture, traditions and customs. Staff were attentive, meal was varied to allow for local cuisine and picky eaters in the group ( who knew Chick nuggets and Mac was customary but a fan fav for the kids!). Banana bread delicious. The show entertaining and ambiance pretty overlooking the water.

Packages: Ohana Package
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Naalapa Stables Kohala Horseback Riding Tour on Kahua Ranch
Na'alapa Stables Review
Activity Date: 2022/02/07 | Posted on: 2022/03/06

The tour guides were wonderful and knowledgeable. They made sure of everone's comfort levels and helped those who were inexperienced. The area is beautiful and the horses were gentle.

Packages: 2.5 Hour Horse Riding Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included
Great family fun!!
Activity Date: 2022/02/10 | Posted on: 2022/03/05

This was a fantastic Luau! Not my first one, I enjoyed the everything about it. The live musicians, singers, actors/dancers were all top notch. Very informative and exciting. The food was decent too, lots of choices.

Packages: Ohana Package
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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance
Outstanding
Activity Date: 2022/02/09 | Posted on: 2022/03/05

I would say best entertainment, very good dancers and the fire stick twirler was fantastic! It was long enough and not too long . It was perfect: the food was fine , not Grand but I just am a picky eater so I think it was fine. The show was awesome !!! Well done! The host of the show did a good job also : getting old so his voice wasn’t fantastic but who cares .

Packages: Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
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Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm
Best ever
Activity Date: 2022/03/02 | Posted on: 2022/03/04

The whole tour was well planned out and excuted. Drew was great and in the flow with weather conditions. Hewent above and beyond what he needed to do for all of us. Providing critical information and Hawaian History, mixed in with a little humor. Made it the best tour I have had to date. My grand kids said it was their favorite thing we did on our visit. Ages 11 and 14, you should know we snorkled with a tour. Parasailed and more. So Drew you win the best award from all of us. Thank you for a happy memory weshare and treasure forever.

Packages: Standard Tour
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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance
Family fun
Activity Date: 2022/02/23 | Posted on: 2022/03/02

Overall, this was a good experience for my family. We went with 3 kids and 6 adults including grandparents. The food was tasty, but not a lot of choices for picky eaters. The show was fun and the kids were thrilled by the fire dancer! Unfortunately, due to Covid restrictions, they did not have any pre-event activities to keep the kids engaged. My daughter really wanted to learn to hula dance as advertised, but they did not have it the night we went. I cannot fault them for taking Covid precautions. Again, overall, the whole family walked away from this happy and with good memories.

Packages: Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance
Fun show - great for family!
Activity Date: 2022/02/01 | Posted on: 2022/03/02

This was a fun experience for all! The food was good and the show was engaging and fun for the whole family. Great views of the ocean and the sunset as the evening went on. Would definitely recommend for others in the future!

Packages: Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Volcano Highlights Tour, Rainbow Falls, Black Sand Beach, Coffee Farm with Meals
Perfect tour of the island!
Activity Date: 2022/02/21 | Posted on: 2022/03/02

This tour was perfectly laid out. We covered a lot of territory, but it all went smoothly. The tour included breakfast and lunch, which were both excellent. Loved seeing a coffee plantation, winery, Black San Beach with turtles, the volcano crater, and waterfalls. Our guide, Derek, was incredibly knowledgeable and provided excellent information throughout the day. I highly recommend this tour. I was traveling with a child, and she also enjoyed all our stops.

Packages: Standard Tour
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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Incredible experience
Activity Date: 2022/02/26 | Posted on: 2022/02/28

Our tour guide Gage was both informative and very pleasant. The entire tour was amazing, with incredibly gorgeous views of both the sunset above the clouds and the star filled sky. Gage was very knowledgeable and pointed out many stars and constellations as well as providing many interesting facts. Please heed the advice about bringing layers of clothing. They provide the parka but I also recommend bringing a hat and gloves if possible. The food was also good but make sure to bring water.

Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Very good experience
Activity Date: 2022/02/05 | Posted on: 2022/02/27

Really a very good tour.

The landscape is wonderfull. The guide is perfect... very commited.

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
Awesome time
Activity Date: 2022/02/25 | Posted on: 2022/02/27

Came from Oahu for work. Had some extra time. We had fun. The staff was friendly and funny. Thanks to my local Braddas for showing us a good time. We’ll be back on the next trip to the big island

Packages: Solo Rider UTV Package (Driver Only)
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Things to Do in Big Island in 2026 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com
Big Island experiences built for teens seeking real adventure. Summit stargazing near Mauna Kea, manta ray night snorkels off Kona, ATV rides across volcanic landscapes, and zipline courses through tropical canopy deliver unforgettable thrills. Surfing lessons, deep sea fishing charters, helicopter flights over active lava flows, and guided hikes into Waipio Valley round out the options. These activities match the energy of teenagers exploring one of the most active volcanic regions on Earth.