Reviewed by: Harpers in Texas
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters & former Marine Pilot Greg are the best! Little nervous about 1st time in a helo but there was no need to worry! Ride was smooth , sights were amazing, pilot was very knowledgable & informative.
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Packages: | Circle of Fire [Eco-Star] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/04/14 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Daloise Family
We enjoyed both the show and the food. We have been before but it was the first time for our daughter and granddaughter and they had a wonderful time. We all ate well and enjoyed it very much
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/04/08 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/05 |
Reviewed by: ミイー
高所恐怖症でもあるので最初は迷っていたのですが、参加して本当によかったです。見たことのないアングルで海や島、火山や谷を楽しむことができました。特に火山周辺では足もとから熱も感じることができて、これはハワイ島ならではの体験だったとおもいます。また是非とも参加したいです!
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Packages: | ワイピオ渓谷とキラウエア火山遊覧(コナ、ワイコロア地区プラン) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/04/06 |
Activity Date: | 2014/11/04 |
Reviewed by: TAS from NM
I can't say enough good things about this Luau!
The food was good. The entertainment was outstanding!
The setting was great!
A real come backer!!!
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Packages: | Ohana Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/04/03 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Kenny
ここは、チケット通りの午後2時に行ったら、何んと船が出港済みですと言われました。びっくりでした。受付の人が気の毒がって、夜からスタートのディナークルーズに変えてくれましたが、数時間後スタートであり、且つ、自分が行きたかったのはホエールウォッチだったので、無駄にしました。残念でした。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/31 |
Activity Date: | 2013/03/07 |
Reviewed by: Bonnie
I had been somewhat apprehensive as had never been on a helicopter before but I loved it!! What a way to see the volcano and surrounding area!! I was accompanied by my sisters and their husbands and it was enjoyed by all!!
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Packages: | Doors-On Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/30 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/03 |
Reviewed by: DanV
This tour was great including the tour guide Greg
The only part that was not good was the food. The food was terrible. There must be a place closer that make much better food.
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Packages: | Standard Package (until May 28th, 2015) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Anita
I wanted to do something exciting for my partners birthday this year. I found this searching the net and thought it would be an awesome experience for both of us whilst on our first holiday together and it was all that and more. The team were super friendly, professional and helpful, making this an unforgettable experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone venturing to the Big Island. Exciting, slightly frightening (sometimes you have to do things that scare you a little...) and a great way to take in all the beautiful surrounding of Hawaii. Hilo was truly beautiful, even if it was a little damp.
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Gillespie
My wife and I decided to take our children, their spouses and all the grandchildren on a family vacation to Hawaii. I remembered the nice welcome we had on our first vacation to Hawaii shortly after we were married, and I thought it would be nice to give the whole family a similar experience. Once I found someone to direct me to a possible website, the process was straight forward and easy. What I was looking for was being offered at a discount, and the price seemed right. The instructions were easy to follow, but without mentioning anything to the family, our grandchildren happened to find people holding up our sign first. The hostesses were ready for us with 10 aloha welcomes and beautiful orchid leis (of which 3 were upgraded further, for the mothers). The kids were all pleased and our youngest wore here lei as part of a hairpiece a few days later and it was still looking good. Maybe this isn't needed on each trip to Hawaii, but I'm sure glad I arranged this as a first-time welcome for the grandchildren and their parents. Thanks again for making everything special for our family.
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Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/03/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Phil Privitera
Shawn was a wonderful guide and a great instructor. The tour was worth every penny. I would highly recommend this activity to anyone staying in the Kona area.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/22 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Ron MacArthur
Our family had a wonderful experience, well spent money. Our guide was friendly and experienced. We saw dolphins, whales and the snorkelling was wonderful. Would highly recommend it!
Aloha
Thank you for taking the time. You opinion is very important to us. Were glad you had a good time.
Please come see us again on your next trip back to the Big Island.
Mahalo
Ocean Safaris Inc.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Robert
The zipline trip was a lot of fun. The views were great. Zipping over or past a couple of waterfalls was cool.
We happened to be there when the owners/bosses were out trying some new things. They took time to talk to us and genuinely solicited feedback that would make this and other tours more enjoyable. They were as friendly and personable as our excellent guides, Tim and Nainoa, jumping in to take photos, check on us to make sure we were having a good time, and to provide local information. Sure, they want more business, but also wanted to make sure we had enough fun that we would be repeat business as well. I'm sold. I highly recommend this zip for anyone looking to have some fun and excitement, see some cool scenery, and chat with a couple of locals.
If you go in realizing this is not constant action, you will enjoy this trip. Remember, it does take time to clip and unclip a group of people, one by one. But, take this time to talk to the guides and other members of the group, and those wait times pass by quickly...plus, you can get some fun stories or facts from the guides. Several of the stops have great views, as well.
Maholo
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Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/20 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: J.O
ソディアック号で出港して20分足らずで何と鯨の家族とバッタリ遭遇。子鯨がボートの下で泳ぐというビックリするようなハプニングで参加者はじめガイドさんも大興奮。水中マイクで鳴き声まで聞けました。30分程鯨と遊んでから10分ほどボートを進めると別な鯨の家族と遭遇。思いがけない体験ができました。キャプテンクックのモニュメントがある綺麗な海でのシュノーケリングを終えると今度はイルカの大群が現れボートの周辺を泳ぎ、時を忘れて皆で歓声を上げました。今回ほど鯨やイルカと会えることは珍しいとのことですが、思いかけない体験ができ、素晴らしいツアーになりました。
Mahalo for your review, glad you enjoyed the tour, very special having whale close to the Zodiac
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Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ホノコハウ・マリーナ発<5時間/ランチ> |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/19 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Emma
Fabulous time, saw young humpbacks repeat breeches very close to the boat. Best part was when the sails were up. Well worth it.
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Packages: | [2018] Sailing Catamaran from Waikoloa (3.5 hours) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/03/19 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Jen Merritt
Mark and Micah were so enthusiastic and knowledgeable! It made for a great time and they had great personalities! Great with our kids and let them help steer the boat! So fun. My only wish is that it was 1 hour or more.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/03/18 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii visitor
Fun and well organized experience. This is a very physical activity and should be attempted by people who are in good physical condition. This is especially true in rough surf. Tour guides were attentive and knowledgeable.
Aloha,
Mahalo for your time, your input is very important to us.
Glad to hear you had a nice experience with our Ohana at Ocean Safaris.
Hope to see you next time!!
Mahalo
Ocean Safaris Inc.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/15 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Meme
Wow we saw momma baby and daddy humpbacks was saw whales all around us their tales were enormous it was the best day. We went mid morning the catamaran was spacious and very comfortable. Easy to board. The crew was very informative and friendly they were just as excited with all the action around us. We went in February 2015. I would highly recommend this tour.
Mahalo for providing us with feedback about your Whale Watch Cruise. We're really glad you enjoyed the cruise, the boat, and the crew and got to see a lot of whales! We appreciate your recommendation and hope we have the opportunity to share adventures with you again!
Aloha from the Ocean Sports 'Ohana!
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Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/15 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
Reviewed by: bayapbayap
30代夫婦と4歳の長男で参加しました。
初ハワイ島でハワイ島の海を満喫できるアクティビティを探していたのですが、丁度4歳以上で参加可となっていましたので、即予約いたしました。
ボートに乗るまでは4歳の子供だとボートから振り落とされないかな?と不安もあったのですが、ボートの真ん中の台のような場所で、妻が伸ばした足の上に乗るかたちで座らせてもらえ、振り落とされる心配もありませんでした。(ボートがバウンドする際はぴょんぴょん跳ねてましたが笑、それも楽しんでいたようです)
また、キャプテン(と同乗の女性スタッフとそのお子さん)も、子供のことを終始気にかけていただき、シュノーケリングの際には、最初は私か妻がボート上で子供の世話をし、順番にシュノーケリングしていたのですが、途中でキャプテンが「子供を見ていてあげるから二人で行っておいで」と言っていただき、妻と二人でシュノーケリングを楽しむことができ非常に助かりました。子供用のビート板状の浮き具(真ん中が透明になっていて海の中が見える)も出していただいたのですが、子供が海に入るのを嫌がり使いませんでした。小さいお子さんがおられる方でも、比較的心配なさらずに参加いただけると思います。
今回参加した際のアクティビティの内容です。
同乗の方はアメリカ人のご夫婦二組(40代くらい?)と私たちの計7名でした。
港を出発してまずは港近くのポイントでイルカの群れを見ました。数え切れないくらいのイルカを間近で見ることができこの時点で感動!です。その後、ボートを沖まで走らせ鯨の観察スポットまで移動します。ハワイ島の雄大な景色を横目に見ながらのラフティングは最高に気持いい!の一言。その後、5回ほどボートを走らせている途中で鯨の群れを発見して間近で観察しました。これには長男も「鯨さんの顔が見えた!」と感動していました。後ほど、現地の方に聞いたところでは今年は鯨の当たり年だそうです。そして、ボートを南へ走らせ、キャプテンクック碑のある湾へ移動してシュノーケリングです。ここは有名なシュノーケーリングスポットらしく、他にも何隻かシュノーケリングのボートがすでに停泊していました。かなりの種類の熱帯魚を間近で観察することが出来るので、シュノーケリングスポットになっているのも納得!です。ボート上でのランチは手作りのチキンサンドイッチとスナック、ジュースでした。サンドイッチは本当においしかったです(キャプテンに勧められるがまま2つも食べてしまいました)。スナックは子供が大喜びで、これのおかげかボート上で待っている間もグズることなく大人しく待っていてくれました。シュノーケリングの時間は1時間半くらいはあって大満足です。
その後、火山の活動と海の波が作り出した洞窟のように削られた雄大な岸壁をキャプテンの解説付きで巡りながら港まで戻ります。その間もボートを急旋回やジャンプさせたりして楽しませてくれました。
以下、参加した上での注意点です。
基本的に全ての会話は英語です。片言レベルでもこちらの要求を伝えることや、キャプテンとの意思疎通は出来るので、アクティビティへの参加という点では問題ありませんが、途中、イルカやクジラの生態の解説、キャプテンクックや岸壁(火神ペレのことだったと思う)の解説は全て英語ですので、片言レベルでは聞き取ることができませんでした。個人的には解説がなくても体験だけでも大満足でした。
あと、写真を撮るためには、防水対策をしたカメラが必須です。荷物はボートに乗り込む際にボート前方に纏めておくのですが、イルカや鯨を発見したときにすぐに取り出すことができません。同乗したご夫婦は、iPhoneを防水パックにいれて首からぶら下げておられ、また水中用のインスタントカメラを持参されておられました。我々も持参すれば良かった、と少し後悔しました。
この価格でこの内容は本当にコストパフォーマンスが高いと思います。
本当に楽しかったです!!
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Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ホノコハウ・マリーナ発<5時間/ランチ> |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/03/12 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/02 |
Reviewed by: Dale & Cheryl
We were hesitant to do this because we had never been in a helicopter, but WOW. So glad we did!! Awesome views of the volcano. Pilot (Jeremy) was very knowledgable and made the experience very interesting. He was very professional and skilled with the operation of the helicopter. An experience we will never forget!! Highly recommended!!
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Packages: | Circle of Fire [A-Star] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/11 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Raja Family
the hosts were very entertaining and friendly
they made the guests feel like they were trying to make the experience as positive and special as possible
went out of their way to get us to some dolphins - which was the highlight of the tour
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2014/04/25 |
Reviewed by: mymy
約5時間のアクティビティです。
前日に天候が悪くなるということで予定よりも2時間ほど早い集合の連絡がありました。時間変更の連絡が無い場合もあるのに連絡を頂けたのは助かりました。
アクティビティは、エンジン付きのゴムボートに乗って海に出ます。波を越える際にボートがジャンプするので、かなりスリルがあり楽しめます。
(セイフティもきちんとしていますので、海に落とされるようなことはありません。)
時期的にイルカやクジラに遭遇し、その度に船を止めてくれました。イルカの群れも何度も見ましたし、クジラのジャンプも何度の目にすることができました。イルカやクジラをウォッチするツアーも検討していたので、すごくお得感を感じました。また海からのハワイ島も見ることができ、溶岩の岸壁にも近づいてくれガイドをしてくれますので、シュノーケリング場所へ行くまでも大満足です。
ツアーのメインであるシュノーケリングも、波の穏やかな入江で2時間ほどの時間を取ってもらえます。波が穏やかで水の透明度も良く、サンゴ、熱帯魚、小さな亀が泳いでいるのを見ることができます。浮いているだけでも気持ち良く、浮く為のボードなども貸してくれます。サンドウィッチ、フルーツ、スナック、ドリンクを用意してくれているので、疲れれば軽食と一緒にボートで休むこともできます。
ツアーの参加者は、友人と私以外は皆海外の方でしたが、問題なく楽しく過ごすことができます。日本人ツアーも多く参加しているようで、ガイドさんも知ってる日本語で話しかけてくれたりしました。
太陽が出たり、曇ったりと天候があまり良くなかったので日焼け止めを必須ではありませんでしたが、ツアーには日焼け止め、帽子、サングラスは必要だと思います。
アクティビティ後は、ハーバー周辺のレストランで美味しい魚介類も食べることができ、これも満足度をアップさせてくれます。
盛りだくさんで、楽しめました。お薦めできるツアーだと思います。
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Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ホノコハウ・マリーナ発<5時間/ランチ> |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Julia and Pat
To start, the water was pretty rough, they should have considered canceling. Of the 7 people in our group, 2 got sick. We were unable to go ashore at all because the ocean was so rough, and with my parents in the group there was no way they could get back in the kayak from the water if they were to have gotten out to snorkel. All we did was paddle out to the sea caves, which we couldn't enter due to rough water, and paddle back. It was a short, disappointing trip. They did offer for us to take rental kayaks out later in the week, however that didn't fit into our schedule.
Thank you for your feed back, it is very important to us. We are sorry to hear the weather was a bit rough, and a few folks got sick. Unfortunately we have no control over the ocean conditions. I hope that if you make it back to Kona again that you will take us up on the offer to come try a paddle board or get a kayak rental for the day. Thanks again for the feed back.
Mahalo
Ocean Safaris Inc.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Julia and Pat
Seriously so fun! It was great, the views were incredible, and saw whales! My husband who is crazy afraid of heights went and loved it! Will definitely go again!
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Packages: | Out of this World Ride [1,200ft] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Julia and Pat
Two mantas came to visit and were incredible. It was definitely something everyone should experience at least once in their life. The crew was friendly and did a wonderful job keeping everyone safe and comfortable.
Thanks for joining us! :)
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Packages: | Standard |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/05 |
Reviewed by: V. Martinez
This tour started out great. Once we were into the waters, we were told we won't be able to snorkel or go into the caves due to the water being to choppy.. So I guess it depends when you do this tour, out of the whole tour we accomplished maybe 2 hours before heading back. I probably will not do this tour again..
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/07 |
Reviewed by: masa
参加日前に電話で確認が必要ということですが、電話しても本当に予約されていることを確認するのみです。Alanのツアーではしばしばこの作業が必要ですが、何か意味があるのでしょうか。現地との信頼関係が薄いのでしょうか。
レンタカーで近くの駐車場らしきところへ停めて、そこで着替えました。
参加者は、我々のみが日本からでした。ゴムボートに乗りガイド兼船長のお話を聞きながら、ひたすら海上を走ります。お話は半分くらいしか理解できませんでした。船のスピードが速く、船酔いするような揺れはありませんでした。シュノーケルポイントまで行くと途中で、イルカやクジラを見つけてそっと近くによって眺めていました。イルカ、クジラはたくさん見ることができました。シュノーケリングは、いろいろなところで経験している人にとっては、いまいちです。透明度はなく、魚の種類も少なく、1時間のシュノーケリング時間をもてあましました。入り江のようなところでのシュノーケリングなので、慣れていない人には適当かもしれません。洞窟に関しては、ただ近くに行ってみるだけで、期待外れでした。とにかく、スピードボートに乗ってイルカ・クジラを見るツアーとしてであれば、50ドルくらいだったらおすすめできると思います。
この度はご利用いただきまして、ありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご参加いただきましたアクティビティがご満足行く結果となりませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
ツアー催行会社への確認電話ですが、ハワイ島ですのでお客様が無事にご到着されたか、ご参加前にご心配なことがないか等のご確認のために行っているものです。
ご予約はきちんと確定がされておりますので、ご安心ください。
この度はお忙しいところ体験談のご投稿、ありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ホノコハウ・マリーナ発<5時間/ランチ> |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/23 |
Reviewed by: BeachBoy
I stayed in Hilo, and I participated on this tour on the way to Waipio. It's only 20min drive from Hilo, and the place was beautiful. I loved the casual walk in the natural rain forest, and it was like being in the Jurassic Park movie. The waterfall was secluded and awesome. I'd recommend this to anyone and especially the ones with small kids.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: MT Travelers
I did this tour on my 60th birthday. It was the best experience of my life! The helicopter pilot, Marko, was knowledgeable as well as entertaining. We saw the amazingly varied terrain of the Big Island but the best was seeing the Kilauea Caldera and lava pool as well as places where the lava was slowing flowing. The Kohala area was unbelievably beautiful. A bonus - the great coffee made by Marko at the midway stop. I would highly recommend this tour especially if your time in Hawaii is limited and you want to see it all in comfort.
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Packages: | Big Island Flight with Kohala Landing Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: graham perth wa
4 of us flew from oahu for this helicopter flight. You need to check what is happening with the volcano first as we were expecting to see some sort of action. The flow had obviously been active for sometime recently but what we saw was not what we were lead to believe was happening. Flight was good but dont take any notice of the pictures in advertising as they are deceptive. I k now this is a nature based activity and the company has no control over the volcano,but to over promise and under deliver is allways a recipe for disaster. The pilot Tim was excellent but the ground crew organinzation was lacking.Had us stand around in the sun for 30 minutes while they organised 5 flights at the same time.So dont expect to leave on the timeyou have booked,doesnt work that way.We hired a car and went to Volcano national park,fantastic and highly recommend that instead of this trip at only a fraction of the cost.The couple we shared with whilst disappointed could not speak more highly of the Maui trip they had with this company, so maybe consider that option
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Packages: | Circle of Fire [Eco-Star] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Barbara
We really enjoyed our recent flight with Tim as our pilot. The sights were spectacular. Everything was organized like clockwork. The equipment is clearly very safety and comfort focused. Tim was entertaining ad a very competent pilot.
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Packages: | Circle of Fire [A-Star] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
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