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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

One of the best tours ever

Reviewed by: Jacqueline Lorah

Ok, this is honestly one of the best tours I have ever taken. The van was super comfy, and our guide Arthur was informative, friendly, and honestly just plain fun! Obvious he LOVES this tour.

Words just cannot describe the beauty of this tour. From the drive up, to the spectacular sunset, to the jaw dropping star gazing......endless beauty. Plus, Arthur made sure we stayed safe, and kept us informed about what we should do and what to expect. I felt comfortable and at ease.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for this amazing experience. If you do one thing on the Big Island......do this.

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/06
Activity Date: 2021/10/04

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

Beautiful!

Reviewed by: Evelia

This experience was amazing!

We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon and we can't stop talking about how cool this experience was.

We got to see BIG and BEAUTIFUL mantarays and they were really close too.

The guys from the crew were also super nice, funny and told us lots of interesting facts about the marine life.

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Congratulation on your wedding !
We are happy to spending such a special time with ​you.
Manta rays make a beautiful sight very close to us.
Wish you happiness!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/02
Activity Date: 2021/09/09

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Gabriella

This was such an awesome experience! The sunset was beautiful being that high up and the stargazing was amazing. It was our favorite experience on the island. Our guide Gage was so great! He was so knowledgeable on the island, the history there and the stargazing. He also helped us feel comfortable and safe on the drive up and back down. We highly recommend this experience!

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour (Dinner not included)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/02
Activity Date: 2021/09/24

Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Alexa & Nick

That was the best zip line my husband and I have ever gone on. The views were absolutely breathtaking. Highly recommend!

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Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/30
Activity Date: 2021/09/27

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Very Very Entertaining.

Reviewed by: H. Shoenfield

Tour Guide was an enthusiast, patient, native who shared culture, history, science, jokes and Hawaiian myths and songs. You can't ask for more from a guide. Try to book for a moonless night for best view of stars. They use an automated 11 inch telescope. The food was surprisingly very good (vegetable lasagna), the brownie decadent and the hot chocolate and biscotti at the end a nice touch. Had an issue finding the pick up spot, but a phone call resolved this since we were close. If you miss the sign for the international market (if that's your pick up spot), look for the 76 gas station, enter there and drive to the back. Dress warmly and bring a refillable drink. Cold (but not terribly) even with the given parka and gloves. A very enjoyable 8 hour afternoon & evening l

  • Sunsetting over mountain

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Packages: Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/30
Activity Date: 2021/09/28

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

Island Breeze luau

Reviewed by: Becky

The islander Breeze Luau was everything we expected and more. The staff went above and beyond to make sure that Covid restrictions were in place and the experience was not compromised. Each party had their own table that was 6 feet apart. The food was fantastic and fresh! The drinks were good as well! And the star of the show was the music, dancers and the master of ceremonies! They all really put their aloha into the show! Thank you for a great experience.


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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/25
Activity Date: 2021/09/23

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Our Second Time Taking this Tour

Reviewed by: Wanda

This tour is so good and informative, that we decided to do it again. Our first time was about 2 years ago. Great experience both times.

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Packages: Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/21
Activity Date: 2021/09/16

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

Not what I expected

Reviewed by: GnC

I give the music snd dancing all the credit. It was a wonderful show. My impression of the food was it was just ok. Maybe we just don’t like Hawaiian
Food but thanks for trying. The deserts were soggy and lacked flavor. For the total experience, this was way over priced and disappointing.I don’t think I would recommend this luau to my friends due to the food.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/21
Activity Date: 2021/09/19

Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Audrey

Ty, Mike, and our captain were great hosts for our sunset cruise! They were all so friendly and always made sure we had a drink in our hand. The catamaran itself was easy to get around and very clean. The crew even offered to take some photos for us as well. Drinks were great, views were great, and overall added a special evening to our Hawaii trip.

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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip, the service provided by the crew and our catamaran. We know there are a lot of activity providers on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us.
Mahalo and a hui hou!

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Packages: Waikoloa Sunset Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/20
Activity Date: 2021/09/18

Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View

Outstanding time.

Reviewed by: Lisa and Bill Lee

I tried to change to outstanding but it wouldn’t let me. We had a great time and really enjoyed our self. Easy check in. Very accommodating and very knowledgeable of the plants trees fruit etc. They went out of there way to show us and share information. My husband and I would recommend them. Good job.

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/20
Activity Date: 2021/09/16

Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls

Awesome trip

Reviewed by: The muddy couple!

This was by far one of the best places to go with ATVs. My husband and I have been all over the states and always ride ATVs and this was one we will always remember. Luckily we came after it rained and it was so muddy and perfect conditions for muddin!! There wasn't an inch on our bodies that wasn't covered in mud and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Would highly recommend this! The waterfall part was adorable and worth getting in the freezing water.

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + 1 Passenger
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/20
Activity Date: 2021/09/18

Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls

Uma Uma Memories

Reviewed by: Veronica Golden

Absolutely beautiful. Our guides were energetic and fun. Definitely a do over

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Packages: Solo Rider ATV Package (Driver Only)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/20
Activity Date: 2021/09/18

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

Great show!! Fantastic food.

Reviewed by: Tanya Z

Get the expensive seating. It’s worth sitting closer to the stage.

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Packages: Premium Package - Alii Seating
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/18
Activity Date: 2021/09/17

Paradise Helicopters - Volcano, Lava & Waterfalls Flight from Hilo

Experienced Pilot and Check in staff - very friendly and knowledgeable,

Reviewed by: pah

Experienced Pilot and Check in staff - very friendly and knowledgeable,
Both explained what to expect and what to see while on helicopter tour. Pilot has good knowledge of history of volcanos.. overall very good ride/tour of national park too.

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Packages: 60-min Flight
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/16
Activity Date: 2021/09/10

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Stargazing Stellar exploration tour

Reviewed by: Soham Shah

Our tour guide Krystal was amazing. She had background in Astronomy and physics with lots of stories from Big Island. We observed entire milky way galaxy with powerful telescope and it was out of the world experience. Our best part was watching all planets and moon with craters. Thank you Krystal for wonderful explanation and experience.

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/16

Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay

Simply magical, but easy to get cold

Reviewed by: John

Really enjoyed this experience, the manta rays even touched me!

You can bring your own GoPro but it might be hard to film and hold on at the same time. You're not swimming, you're horizontally floating with a pool noodle at your ankles and your hands gripping a light bar that attracts plankton upon which the mantas feast.

It can get cold when you're in the water, so don't be afraid to bring dive boots, gloves, and your own wetsuit. You'll get a shorty top only and I was pretty chilly, even for a New Englander!

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Packages: Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/15
Activity Date: 2021/09/13

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

September 13 2021 Omori

Reviewed by: Diane Omori

Kai and Mika were great. So educational and informative. We had a great time. We are glad that we went on the glass bottom boat while visiting Hawaii. We live in L.A., and don’t really have this kind of thing near us. Thanks to the boys on the boat. They were great.

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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 cruise and the information provided by our Captain and Crew. We hope we'll get to share more adventures with you the next time you're in "our neighborhood".
Mahalo and a hui hou!

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Packages: Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/09/15
Activity Date: 2021/09/13

Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay

unforgettable experience

Reviewed by: Ivy

It was a lifetime experience to see so many manta rays. The captain and crews tried to give everyone the best experience. Unfortunately the waves for that evening was so high that made the boat ride an unpleasant trip.

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Packages: Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/09/13
Activity Date: 2021/08/22

ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック&シュノーケルツアー 海中洞窟探検プランあり <早朝・午前/日本語ガイド>by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

Casual and enjoyable activities 気軽に楽しめるアクティビティ

Reviewed by: ヒロシです

I participated with my partner. Our guide, Noni, was kind, very friendly, and we had a fun kayaking and snorkeling experience. Jumping from the cliff was also enjoyable. We took a lot of photos. It truly became a wonderful memory. I definitely want to participate again next time. I recommend getting a good night's sleep the day before. It might be a bit hard for kayaking beginners, but I didn't have any muscle soreness the next day.

パートナーと2人で参加しました。ガイドのノニさんが親切かつとてもフレンドリーで楽しいカヤック&シュノーケル体験が出来ました。崖上からのジャンプも楽しかったです。写真もたくさん撮って頂きました。本当良い思い出になりました。次回もぜひ参加したいです。参加前の日はしっかり睡眠を取ることをお勧めします。カヤック初心者には少しハードかもですが、次の日の筋肉痛とかはありませんでした。

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Packages: 海中洞窟探検付き!午前プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/13
Activity Date: 2021/09/11

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

family fun

Reviewed by: Lina

We decided on this luau -from many- because they were family friendly and the other reviews. They were right, we had a blast. The staff were so accommodating to my daughter (1.5yo). She loved the show and even tried to Hula. We were also celebrating my moms 77th birthday and she loved it too. The best buffet of hawaii's essential plates and desserts too. I would definitely would go back.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/09/12
Activity Date: 2021/09/08

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Amazing time!!

Reviewed by: Giselle + Saul

Rich was the best guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable about everything we saw, and even when it was cloudy on Mauna Kea, he told us ancient Hawaiian stories until the clouds cleared and we could see everything we came out to see. A++++ would go again in a heartbeat. Thanks Rich!!!

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Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/11
Activity Date: 2021/09/09

Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure

Awesome, fun experience

Reviewed by: Tom & Marie

This was an awesome experience! It was thrilling to ride the last few zips. The guides (Jake & Monique) were very experienced & fun. The views along the zips line were fantastic. The history of the land & farming was also very interesting. Very good value for the thrilling experience.

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Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/08
Activity Date: 2021/09/06

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

So great!

Reviewed by: SB

Loved it and felt safe.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/09/07
Activity Date: 2021/08/12

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Stargazing

Reviewed by: MS & AG

Marcus our tour guide was Amazing! Really knowledgeable about the stars and facts regarding them. He was very friendly and patient with the kids! The only reason this doesn’t have a 5 star rating is because the food was blah.

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Packages: From Kona & Waikoloa - Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/09/06
Activity Date: 2021/09/04

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

Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Reviewed by: Rachel Hunter

My husband and I went on this manta ray night snorkel and had a great time. The crew and captain were very helpful and knowledgeable. A once in a lifetime experience we recommend.

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Packages: Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/04
Activity Date: 2021/08/14

Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View

Friendly service and gorgeous views

Reviewed by: Sunny

I went along with my 8yr old and had a good time on this tour. The views were awesome and the staff was friendly. It was a casual ride at 8-10mph so not for the ATV excitement seekers.

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Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/09/04
Activity Date: 2021/08/09

Volcano Highlights Tour, Rainbow Falls, Black Sand Beach, Coffee Farm with Meals

Great tour! Great time!

Reviewed by: Keisha

This tour was amazing and worth every penny! We decided to do the circle tour on our first island day as an introduction to the Big Island and we couldn’t be more happy about it. Our guide, Jim was so knowledgeable and had such a soothing voice, his storytelling and information were great. I would recommend this tour to anyone.

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/02
Activity Date: 2021/08/31

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Just the crew alone makes the experience worth every penny!

Reviewed by: Leslie

Captain Tony and his crew were so wonderful! They were funny and so informative. I would definitely do it again! They were so sweet to our two year old who was part of the snorkeling also. Make sure you take cash to tip them well because they definitely deserve it! The whole trip the captain and his trip hangout with everyone and cut up fresh fruit for everyone while serving drinks and making sure everyone is comfortable and has what they need. Definitely one of our top favorite things we did on the Big Island

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Aloha Leslie,

Mahalo for taking the time to review us and sharing your wonderful pictures! We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us on your next visit to the islands :)

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Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/09/01
Activity Date: 2021/08/30

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls

A different experience

Reviewed by: BigIslandEye

A lot of people will complain about this tour if they don’t see lava and that’s on them. If you need to see lava, do your research and book appropriately. I’m frustrated that we couldn’t see lava shooting into the sky but we saw a perspective that not many others will ever see. I would have booked a waterfalls or other tour but it was a great family experience and the pilot Wesley was great.

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Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/09/01
Activity Date: 2021/08/25

Volcano Highlights Tour, Rainbow Falls, Black Sand Beach, Coffee Farm with Meals

Great tour to be with families

Reviewed by: Sujata

Dave was very knowledgeable he picked up on time from airport on time and we could cover entire island on one day very nice lunch and breakfast on time amazing tour

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Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/31
Activity Date: 2021/08/29
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