Reviewed by: yifamily
The overall trip was good. The driver was on time to pick us up and very nice and accommodating. We started with the early hiking at the diamond head hike which is great because it gets quite hot after 9am at the top and by the time we got back, there was a large crowd waiting to get the tickets to start the hike. The view at the top of the crater was very nice. You can see all the high rise buildings in the waikiki area. It does take about 45min one way with 0.8 miles to climb up to the top. You will climb through a small tunnel which was cool.
Then he drove us around the island and we stopped at a few different beaches. We saw the area with very expensive houses which was very interesting. We also stopped to see the koko trail and the blowhole. We then stopped at a few additional places including the place where they sell macadamia nuts. That was a very nice place where we get free coffee and can taste all different kinds of macadamia nuts before we decide to buy them. We then stopped at the food truck place for lunch and the food was not that good. The garlic shrimp has too much garlic and the butter and lemon shrimp was too blend. What is worse is there was a lot of flies, so we have to constantly worry about the flies going to our food! The kids had a great time chasing the the chickens though.
We then stopped at another fruit stand and the sunset beach. We were supposed to stop at another beach but we decided to skip as there were too many stops along the way and mostly are shops for tourists. The last stop was the Dole plantation which was a big disappointment. I did not even get a chance to see even one pineapple! The place was so crowded with fancy stores selling tourist merchandises and the ice cream was ok. We were not able to get on the train to see the pineapple fields as the tickets were sold out. The maze was ok, but no pineapple there. I personally do not recommend going to dole plantation.
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| Packages: | Diamond Head Hiking Tour & Island Tour Experience [until May 11, 2022] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/27 |
Reviewed by: A. Vergara
- Our guide Marlon is the best! Super friendly, knowledgeable, and funny!
- The schedule for the stops were perfect.
- Overall had a great experience.
- Recommendation: Schedule the tour Wednesday to Sunday if you'd like to see Hanauma Bay. Hanauma Bay is closed Mondays and Tuesdays due to ongoing preservation efforts. We didn't mind at all. Our guide added more time to the other tour spots
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/28 |
Reviewed by: Shooee
Yamauchi-san's tour was absolutely amazing. He was so courteous and professional. He also took so many good, creative pictures of us and he is very talented. We enjoyed his company and tour. It ended up being the most favorite activity during our entire trip. Who knew an astronomy tour could be so fascinating? A must-go tour in Maui!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Bryce our guide is who made the trip extra special. Great and intelligent conversations. Very informative, and it didn’t hurt that the volcano was fantastic.
For sure your tour will be recommended to anyone that asks!
Good job.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/26 |
Reviewed by: Donnie Galarza
The pure beauty of this ranch is unreal!!! Money well spent!!! It’s breathe taking and the staff are so kind.. Damn was it beautiful!!!
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| Packages: | 90-minute Standard Movie Sites & Ranch Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/26 |
Reviewed by: Barbara Fleischman
I really enjoyed the tour. Aaron was very pleasant explained what we were seeing and gave sufficient time to enjoy the site. The best for me was the black sand. Prior to this trip I had never heard of black sand or even that it existed. To sum up the tour, I would go again. It was worth the money I paid for it. There is nothing negative that I could find.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Hawaiian @heart
This was not our first luau so we had something else to compare it to. The story line/context of the dance/show was very similar, performed better at Chief’s, the comedy was fantastic but the food fell so far short I felt like we paid way too much for the overall experience.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Jennifer
We had a great time on the tour with John and would highly recommend this experience for those looking to explore the island. He was very knowledgeable and funny and adjusted the stops based on the interests of the group. There were many stops but there’s a great variety of things to see and you are given the perfect amount of time at each one! Thank you John :)
Hello Jennifer,
Thank you for the review. I am glad you had a good time on the tour with John. He really like to take care of his customers. I hope you enjoyed your time in Hawaii and hope to see you again.
Mahalo
Jonah
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/24 |
Reviewed by: Heather
I was shocked to find we could not bring our purses in to the facilities. I did not read anything about this on my reservation. There were a lot of people at Pearl Harbor and there was not enough time during the excursion to go into the museums and gift shops. I felt rushed the whole time. Our driver was super nice and very knowledgeable. I feel like this excursion needs more time! There was not even enough time to eatunch and we were starving!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Tour with Ticket [Jan - Mar] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/24 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Can't miss this tour- the top of Haleakala is like a different world compared to the beach!
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Loved the tour guide, he was so awesome in knowledge of every part of the journey!
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| Packages: | Hana Ultimate Premium Tour with Gourmet Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/24 |
Reviewed by: Nikki T.
Overall, this was a great tour for a first time visitor to Oahu. We liked the variety of sights and experiences. Our guide was also very knowledgeable and funny. The tour was well paced and we didn't feel like we needed any extra time at any of the spots. The complimentary water bottle and malasada were a nice touch!
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Heather
We had the best time on this tour. Our driver, Lola had a wealth of information to provide during the tour. Her fun personality made the trip worth while. There were so many Beautiful views to see. We were given poi donuts in the morning. I was nervous to try it, but let me tell you... they were so good! This is a must do experience and you will be lucky if Lola is your tour guide!
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Todd C.
What a great way to do something different on Oahu.
Horseback riding is also available, but we chose the UTV tour of this ranch, as we are UTV people.
Got to explore this 1000 acre ranch near the North Shore.
Picked fresh fruit, fed cows, had a nice brown bag lunch on top of the hill, with outstanding views below of the ranch, to the ocean.
Go slow, or rip through the ranch, you choose.
Super fun way to do non-beach activities and absolutely loved it!
Would visit again.
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| Packages: | 90-min Off-Road Tour with Picnic Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Darryl S
Our tour was amazing, perfect amount of stops and perfect amount of time spent at each stop. Our tour guide Lola was awesome. She got us yummy donuts to start the tour off and she was super knowledgeable about everything throughout the tour. Could not have asked for a better experience, and would definitely recommend to anyone that is looking to site see or get to experience Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Jennifer
Overall the experience was amazing and very enjoyable. The tour guide named Lola was very passionate about what she was talking about and it was easy to tell that she enjoys her job. She tries to make the extra effort to make the experience that much more fun, knowledgeable, and enjoyable. All of the stops were very enjoyable and the experience is unforgettable.
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Beverly Kramer
Once again the Smith family didn’t disappoint us with this river cruise. Telling us a little bit about the Smith family and the 5 generations who have worked there. Told us about the plant life on the island. We were treated to a Hawaiian song at the end of our short hike. My 81 year old father had no problems walking this short walk. On the way back to the dock we were given hula lessons and told what each hand gesture meant. Then we all did the luau while the song was being sung. It was awesome!
When we arrived to the island I thought I booked the cruise on the Wednesday but it was on Tuesday. I was called because we weren’t there and told it was no problem and that they would be rescheduled for the Wednesday.
Wonderful experience! I HIGHLY recommend is cruise!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/15 |
Reviewed by: ilene
The tour started with a prompt and convenient pickup from our hotel by our driver and guide, Jonah. It was nice that we stopped for malasadas from a Leonard’s bakery truck since we had such an early breakfast. As we made it out of the city our guide gave us local facts and insights about the different neighborhoods we passed through.
It was interesting to learn about an abandoned tramway used by the military in WW II that is now a hike trail near the Koko Head Crater. There were plenty of photo-ops at the Makapuu and Halona blowhole lookout and the Ka Iwi Scenic shoreline.
Although we ran into some traffic due to road construction, we still made it on schedule for the Macadamia Nut farm stop for shopping and the KuaLoa Park for more photos. Lunch at the Kahuku Sugar Mill was one of the trip’s highlights where we even got to chat with some local folks. We chose Da Bald guy food truck-- the fried ahi tuna and garlic shrimp plate combo was the best!
Next, we watched surfers catch waves and spotted turtles near Haleiwa shores. We then enjoyed driving through a stretch of farmland leading to the last of the trip stop which was the Dole Plantation.
I was happy to have chosen this “smaller group-size tour” in a smaller but comfortable van rather than being in a bus tour with fifty or more people. Our guide was personable…He offered to take our photos, gave us bottled water, and had a small stool ready for petite folks like us. We were even impressed by his knowledge of all Hawaii-Five-O and CSI Hawaii trivia! Overall, we got a grasp of life in the North shore. I would recommend this tour if you like a relaxed pace tour or for first time visitors.
Hello Ilene,
Thank you for the review. I had a good time taking you guys around the Island. Da Bald Guy is one of the best food trucks out there. I was glad you got to experience the other side of the Island. Hope to see you guys again.
Mahalo
Jonah
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/18 |
Reviewed by: Jen
The vessel is more like a ship than a boat like it has 3-4 levels. Very organized and informational! The staff is friendly. Lots of room to walk around. They offer motion pills or some kind of ginger cocktail to prevent motion sickness. They also offered small snakes like chips. There wasn't an option for breakfast.
I went in February and and I saw about 7-10 whales( sprays, tip of their tails). I think 1 or 2 came close to the boat. I enjoyed it. My little one (5yo) was mostly running around...lol.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/21 |
Reviewed by: RAJ
Great experience. Our tour guide Shoyo was amazing. The tour started and ended on time. It gets very cold at the summit and we were provided jackets and mittens. Hot cocoa and sandwiches were yum.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/13 |
Reviewed by: Coats Family
This 3-experience tour takes all day and lunch is provided! The tour guide/drivers were hilarious, and the rides were jumping! Saw all that was advertised and more. I don't suggest it for young kids, all three experiences might be too much!
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| Packages: | Best of Kualoa Combo - Movie Tour, Jungle Tour, Farm Tour & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/13 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Beautiful tour of the Big Island of Hawaii! The volcano park is awesome!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Cynthia Haynes
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.
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Vijayeshni
Very we enjoyed a lot my kids had fun food was good dance was good very nice
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Shibivia
We had such a great experience on this cruise. The staff was on top of it. The meal was great, the entertainment was outstanding! My husband and I had a wonderful time. We strongly recommend.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/21 |
Reviewed by: 50andFabulous
This was definitely worth the experience. Lola is a wealth of knowledge and very entertaining. Her knowledge of the island history history is great. I highly recommend taking this tour. You won't be disappointed!!
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special! Buy One, Get One FREE! [Dec] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Kelsee L
We had the absolute best time on our tour. Guides were super fun and really knowledgeable about hawaii, the history, local fun facts and recommendations, an all around amazing experience. Would highly recommend this to anyone and would love to even go again our next time I’m Oahu!
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| Packages: | North Shore ATV Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/24 |
Reviewed by: どらやきちゃん
It's really cold, so I think it's best to be well-prepared for the cold, but the sunrise from Haleakalā Volcano is breathtaking and definitely worth seeing. The road to the summit is steep and has cliffs in some places, so it's difficult for amateurs to drive, so I'm really glad I participated.
本当に寒いので防寒対策ばっちりがいいと思いますが、ハレアカラ火山からの朝日は絶景で見る価値ありです。
頂上までの道は険しく所々崖なので素人には運転は難しいので参加して本当によかったです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/25 |
Reviewed by: Sam
Fantastic ride - great whale sightings. Convenient shuttle.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Waimea Canyon is breathtakingly beautiful. You will not want to miss it while visiting Kauai and this tour was a great guide through the canyon!
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/18 |
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Hello Yi Family,
Thank you for the review. The tour can be a long day. I am glad you got to enjoy some parts of the tour. I am sorry you did not get to enjoy the garlic shrimp. There are a lot of options out there so some of them are hit or miss. Dole Plantation is another one. During the busy season, it can get really packed out there. But I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip out here.
Mahalo
Jonah
Fun Group Hawaii