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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Amazing!

Reviewed by: C Wilson

The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional, and seeing the mantas up close was an amazing experience. We would so this again, no question!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/22
Activity Date:	2021/07/20

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Just ok..save your money

Reviewed by: Kim

Crew and boat were great. Snorkeling spot was just ok. Saw 2 big turtles and a few fish and poor visibility. Very crowded in the water with people pushing into to you and kicking you in the face with their fins. Lunch was very poor. No choice of
Meat/cheese. Best part was the bag of chips! Mai tais had no alcohol. Save your money not worth it. Today, I saw more turtles when I was surfing by the hotel.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/21
Activity Date:	2021/07/19

Haleiwa Shark Tours - Best Shark Cage Diving in Hawaii with Local Expert Guides

Awesome adventure

Reviewed by: D. Beckman

This tour exceeded our expectations! We thought we might see 1-2 sharks, but there were dozens! It was amazing! The captain and his mate were both helpful and friendly.

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Packages:	Shark Cage Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/21
Activity Date:	2021/07/19

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

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Jenn from WA

This was an extraordinary experience. I loved every minute watching the majestic mantas doing their thing. The staff was incredibly nice, safe, knowledgeable and accommodating. I would ten out of ten recommend this!

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Packages:	Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/21
Activity Date:	2021/07/19

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

Simply Amazing!! Best of my my things I have done on Big Island!

Reviewed by: Roxene Gascoigne

This has been the most thrilling adventure ever snorkeling with this big creatures!!! Loved it and loved the reggae music on the boat ride out to the snorkel area.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha
Thank you for your beautiful photos.
Yeah, Mantas are amazing!

Please come again.
Mahalo!

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Packages:	Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/07/20
Activity Date:	2021/07/19

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Amazing experience at an unbelievable price!

Reviewed by: GarimaT

We loved everything about this experience - the crew was extremely informed and friendly.
- our 21-24 year old kids stayed back to chat with the crew for 20 minutes after we came back on shore and came away with so many tips and recommendations.

We saw 3 turtles and so many fish! On our way back we had the complimentary cocktails and great music.

For $66 a head it was the most cost effective option around. We would love to do it again and we highly recommend it.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/07/20
Activity Date:	2021/07/18

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

First time snorkeling and it was great!

Reviewed by: Shaz

I booked this excursion for my 14 yr old son and me, it was our first time snorkeling. My son was a bit anxious before we boarded, he gets a bit weary when it comes to deep ocean water. The entire crew made us feel comfortable and welcome. We got up close and personal (keeping a healthy distance of course) with several turtles. The crew pointed out where the turtles were so we could have the best viewing position. All in all it was a memorable experience and the highlight of our trip for my son.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/19
Activity Date:	2021/07/15

Turtle Reef Kayak Tour in Maui - Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Makena Landing & Winter Whale Watching

We saw so many turtles!!

Reviewed by: Deed

This was a wonderful adventure that added such fun to our stay in Maui. We stayed on the west side but made the 1 hour drive to make memories. And what great memories and pictures we have! This was the perfect amount of time! A total of 3 hours. Some paddling and some snorkeling. For a family of 4, two of which were kids, this was the best kayak trip around. Our guide/teacher made the trip even better. Jake was knowledgeable about the area, made conversation and connections with everyone in our group. He was very confident and thorough with what to expect and what we would need to do to maintain safety. He engaged the kids and even brought of ocean life for them to explore!

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Packages:	2.5-Hour Morning Turtle Reef Discovery (7:15 AM)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/19
Activity Date:	2021/07/17

Dolphin Quest Oahu - Family-Friendly Dolphin Swim Experiences at the Kahala Hotel & Resort

Excellent Program and Fun To Do!

Reviewed by: Tina M

My family (especially my children) thoroughly enjoyed swimming with the dolphins. They were apprehensive before we got there, but once we met our guide, (Alisha), she made us all feel at ease. It was a really enjoyable experience! We didn’t want it to end. The work they do with the dolphins is amazing and the staff is very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Such a great cause and experience. Definitely recommend and would go again. We felt Covid-safe and safe with the dolphins. Such amazing and smart animals.

Fun with the dolphins

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Packages:	25-min Dolphin Encounter
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/19
Activity Date:	2021/07/17

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

Manta Ray tour experience

Reviewed by: Paul Miller

First Ill start and say the Rays were awesome. So many showed up and the crew was teaching us facts while we were out there.
The beginning was a little different though. When we arrived at the shop it was very unorganized, the area to get a wet suite top was very dark and scattered, there was very little instruction getting on boat and captain didn't seem to really wanna be there.
I would pick a different company if we did it again.

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Packages:	Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/18
Activity Date:	2021/07/14

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

A must do

Reviewed by: Cliff

Over all great experience. The boat and crew were great, we seen several mantas even though it was kinda rainy. Went with family and older children. 16 and 19 y/o daughters they loved it.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/18
Activity Date:	2021/07/13

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

Manta snorkle

Reviewed by: Emily

This excursion was one of the coolest things I’ve ever done! I’ve been to the Big Island 4 times prior and never did this, but I now highly recommend it! It will truest blow your mind to see these beautiful creatures! Trever, Diego, Captain Wayne and all the other crew that I can’t remember their name, sorry, were very helpful and knowledgeable about the Manta Rays. The rays came within inches of us! Very cool! Highly recommend!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much!
Mantas swim in a relaxed matter, and come close and turn around under the blue light.
It is very mystical experience !
Please don't miss out when you visit Kona.
Mahalo

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Packages:	Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/18
Activity Date:	2021/07/16

Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Jacob

Our experience couldn’t be any better. Thank you!!

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Packages:	Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise [Ocean Quest Vessel]
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/18
Activity Date:	2021/07/16

Turtle Town & Molokini Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch - Aloha Blue Charters

Amazing trip!

Reviewed by: Nadia

The crew were extremely knowledgeable made us feel so safe, we had questions about sharks they answered everything for us and made us feel extremely comfortable and at ease. They made the trip super fun. they were very funny and welcoming. The food was more than enough for breakfast and lunch. We spent plenty of time at each stop, we saw plenty of turtles and cool fish. The crew let us swim for as long as we needed to. I am very thankful we chose this boat ride and I would do this 100 times over again!
A big thank you to Brian and the crew

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Packages:	Molokini Snorkel Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/18
Activity Date:	2021/07/16

Submarine Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Snorkeling Tour from Hawaii Kai

Underwater Scooter Experience

Reviewed by: Glenda G.

From the boat ride to the Underwater Scooter ride this was a fabulous outing. The scooters were so much fun for everyone. Our group of 4 ages ranged from 19 to 67 years old and we all enjoyed it. We highly recommend! We would definitely do this again. Very well organized.

Highly recommended.

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Packages:	Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/17
Activity Date:	2021/07/12

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

Must do!

Reviewed by: Kate

Highly recommend this! The guides were knowledgeable and we saw lots of rays! Booked the 6:30pm trip but went out about 7pm which was perfect timing for sunset.

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Packages:	Night Manta Discovery Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/16
Activity Date:	2021/07/13

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

plenty of turtles to see!

Reviewed by: Bautista

The only complaint I have is in regards to the cocktails. We only received 1 each instead of the three as advertised.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/16
Activity Date:	2021/07/13

Four Winds Afternoon Snorkel Cruise & Turtle Watching Tour with Taco Bar Lunch

July 14 afternoon snorkel

Reviewed by: Eloisa

The staff was amazing and very attentive to everyone. BBQ lunch was super yummy.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for the 5-stars!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/16
Activity Date:	2021/07/14

Haleiwa Shark Tours - Best Shark Cage Diving in Hawaii with Local Expert Guides

Best time EVER!!!

Reviewed by: Mandy

This is an amazing excursion for any Hawaii traveler! We found the North Shore to be so laid back and peaceful. Our captain and first mate were so knowledgeable and friendly. They made the trip super chill. We always felt completely safe and the sharks were AMAZING. 10/10 recommend and would do again in a heartbeat. Bring a GoPro or something similar! Fellow divers on our tour brought a drone and the sharks' reactions to that was so cool!!

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Packages:	Shark Cage Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/15
Activity Date:	2021/05/30

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Tiffany W.

Both my husband and I really enjoyed this experience. It was a little rough in the beginning getting used to the waves and the cage up against the boat but once they release you a little it gets a lot easier. There were plenty of sharks and some other animals to check out while inside the cage. Definitely glad we did this.

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Packages:	Shark Cage Dive
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/15
Activity Date:	2021/07/13

Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Great time

Reviewed by: Shannon

Ride was very relaxing. Food was good - we had steak and chicken. Drinks were good, too. Staff was very friendly.

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Packages:	Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise [Ocean Quest Vessel]
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/15
Activity Date:	2021/07/07

Ocean Spirit Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Seasonal Whale Watching Experience

What a beautiful evening!!!!

Reviewed by: Saliha lorenz

Excellent staff!!! I mean it, what a cool people to sail with they really took care of us, beautifulllll boat and excellent snacks…. More than what I expected. Was able to make wonderful memories for my honey moon. Thank you for your excellent service!! I would highly recommend more than anything.

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Packages:	[Tue, Wed & Thu] Family-Friendly Sunset Sail Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/14
Activity Date:	2021/07/12

Turtle Reef Kayak Tour in Maui - Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Makena Landing & Winter Whale Watching

Wonderful time on and in the water

Reviewed by: Andrew Brown

Had a wonderful time from start to finish with our tour guide John. He kept the trip lively and made it something special with his knowledge of the islands and aquatic life. Captured some really amazing sights of the fish and turtles on what felt like an intimate excursion. Would highly recommend!

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Packages:	2.5-Hour Morning Turtle Reef Discovery (7:15 AM)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/13
Activity Date:	2021/07/10

Haleiwa Shark Tours - Best Shark Cage Diving in Hawaii with Local Expert Guides

Beyond expectations

Reviewed by: Amy845

First time shark cage experience…wow…wow…wowee! The most friendly, professional, and informative guides, Alexis and Erin, were phenomenal. From on-time departure to instructions on safety and snorkel/GoPro use, all guests were given expert care. So many sharks showed up to interact with the divers. Ample time was allowed to view and photograph the sharks as they came right up to the cage. The boat ride to and from the site was smooth and beautiful. An unexpected treat was waiting for our return to the pier : ) Dozens of spinner dolphins were surrounding the boat and Alexis and Erin stopped and circled around to allow all to be entertained as some swam along the boat, diving and spinning out of the waters, and showing off their talents and joy!
Please treat yourself to this once in a lifetime experience with a fantastic crew.
Haleiwa Sharks Tours is THE crew that will deliver an unforgettable memory.
Amy and Jeff
New York

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Packages:	Shark Cage Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/12
Activity Date:	2021/07/09

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

Such a unique experience!

Reviewed by: Glenn

Crew was great, energetic and attentive. Such an amazing experience, I found myself holding my breath as I felt these magnificent manta rays swim under me.

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Packages:	Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/12
Activity Date:	2021/07/10

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

Once in a lifetime experience

Reviewed by: Emily

For a list minute booking, this experience was amazing. The entire crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw so many manta rays up close and personal. They are such majestic creatures. One of the best moments of our entire trip!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Emily,

Yes, they are coming so close enough to touch!
We are so glad you enjoyed the tour and spend a great time with Manta Rays.

Mahalos

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Packages:	Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/11
Activity Date:	2021/07/09

Ocean Spirit Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Seasonal Whale Watching Experience

Nice, short cruise with friendly crew

Reviewed by: RobStl

This is a nice 2-hour sunset cruise. The crew was very friendly and professional while being fun. The appetizers were a little fancy but just ok-tasting. The drinks, too, were ok. There was also live music by a singer who played an instrument. He was pretty good.

Based on our experience, this cruise is suitable for anyone, including for families and couples. We had a mix of both. Everyone had their own seat but we could move about as we wanted during the cruise.

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Packages:	[Tue, Wed & Thu] Family-Friendly Sunset Sail Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/11
Activity Date:	2021/06/29

Pink Sails Waikiki 2-Hour Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise with Light Snacks from Ala Wai Harbor

Not Much To See

Reviewed by: BeeKae

The worst snorkel tour I’ve ever been on as far as what a person was able to see under the water. My husband didn’t see a single fish. The kids and I saw two species. A black fish and a striped fish..literally two fish of each kind. Water is too cloudy to see much. I don’t believe there is really much to see even if the water were clear. No reef in sight. Way too many tourists from about 5 different boats all dropped off to snorkel at the same spot so people are constantly getting in each other’s way. I never saw a turtle except the one from the boat when we first pulled up. BEST part was the crew and the sail after the snorkel. The crew was wonderful. Brandon was super funny. Ryan and Mike both nice guys. They all work hard. Maybe it was just a poor day at sea for seeing much in the water, but I wouldn’t do it again. A sunset sail with them would be great since the sailing was the best part and the crew is awesome. But if you’re hoping to see a lot of fish and turtles while snorkeling, don’t expect it here. Wish I could get a refund.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/11
Activity Date:	2021/07/09

Shark Diving Hawaii - Cageless Pelagic Snorkel Tour with FREE Photos & Videos

Great Experience! Cage-free is a must!

Reviewed by: Taylor

We had a fantastic experience - I can't believe in retrospect that we were considering doing this in a cage. The team makes you feel at ease and safe, the crowd wasn't too large, and the boat more than adequate. I especially love that they take free photos in the water for you! Great experience!

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Packages:	Pelagic Shark Dive Tour
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/07/10
Activity Date:	2021/06/19

Haleiwa Shark Tours - Best Shark Cage Diving in Hawaii with Local Expert Guides

Another level

Reviewed by: Edwin lara

Best experience ever really enjoy the view, how many sharks we was able to see right infront of us. The tour guys were really professional and very friendly. Great time and I expect in the future to come back and do it all over again.

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Packages:	Shark Cage Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/10
Activity Date:	2021/06/18

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Amazing!

Just ok..save your money

Awesome adventure

Great Experience

Simply Amazing!! Best of my my things I have done on Big Island!

Amazing experience at an unbelievable price!

First time snorkeling and it was great!

We saw so many turtles!!

Excellent Program and Fun To Do!

Manta Ray tour experience

A must do

Manta snorkle

Awesome!

Amazing trip!

Underwater Scooter Experience

Must do!

plenty of turtles to see!

July 14 afternoon snorkel

Best time EVER!!!

Great Experience

Great time

What a beautiful evening!!!!

Wonderful time on and in the water

Beyond expectations

Such a unique experience!

Once in a lifetime experience

Nice, short cruise with friendly crew

Not Much To See

Great Experience! Cage-free is a must!

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