Reviewed by: Kara
Really beautiful sights and tour of Kauai with a great guide.
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| Packages: | Best of Kauai by Land & River Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/02 |
Reviewed by: Sand under foot
The Grand Circle Island tour is a great way to have a compact adventure all in one day. It was full of beautiful scenic views of cliffsides, beaches, cooled lava formations, waterfalls, volanic crater, and so much more. You experience a hike through a rainforest with some inclines at times, volcanic steam vents that feel like you're in a sauna, turtle viewing at Black Sand beach, cliffsides overlooking crashing waves, a coffee harvesting & processing walkthrough, a lava tube cave, and much more. Some hikes can be a bit challenging if you have mobility problems but our tour guide Brent is so accommodating and on the HNP Kilauea hike, you can ride along with him to the top of the viewing area if you're not able to do the short walk. Additionally, Brent is not just a tour guide, he will transport you to another time. He wove an amazing storytelling of Native Hawaiin history into the scenic mountains, beaches, historical battleground sites, trees, buildings, fantastical stories, and rich cultural backdrop. I walked away with a deep appreciation for how the Hawaiian island and culture came to be. This was an amazing way to experience the island!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/04 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Your in the bus for a long rides but the sights are all beautiful!
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| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Hit some really gorgeous sites in Kauai- we loved the North Shore!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Kara
A really well planned day, we really wanted to stargaze so was super happy we got the day tour + the evening
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| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Really easy way to get to see so many fabulous spots around the Big Island without needing to drive and look at directions all day!!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/21 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We expected a better guide around the park then just an app but the bikes were in good condition
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| Packages: | GPS Self-Guided E-Bike Tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & the Lava Viewing |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/10 |
Reviewed by: RygerSeven
For the tour departing at 10:30, we needed to arrive at the heliport an hour in advance. The heliport is located near Waikoloa. We arrived at 9:30, checked in, and then watched a video. When the time came, we took a tour of the Big Island, flying counterclockwise. It was about a two-hour helicopter tour. The pilot, who is from Massachusetts, provided guidance in a mix of Japanese and English. There were a total of seven of us on board: four Japanese, the pilot, and two Americans. It was very helpful that the guide spoke Japanese.
十時三十分出発のツアーで一時間前までにヘリポートに行く必要がある。ヘリポートはワイコロア近くにある。九時半に到着してチェックインしてから、ビデオを見た。時間になりハワイ島を左回りに一周した。約二時間のヘリツアー。マサチューセッツ州出身の操縦士が日本語と英語を混ぜながら案内してくれた。登場したのは我々日本人四人と操縦士とアメリカ人二人の合計七人。ガイドは日本語を話せるのでとても助かった。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Heiko
Flying one hour to a volcano that isn't active isn't worth the effort, time or money. We also saw 2 waterfalls, a lava tunnel, a lava field and Hilo, the town with the airport and closest to the volcano park. But again all not worth the time, effort and money to go. Our guide, Dexter was good but he can't make up for the missing attractions.
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| Packages: | Oahu to Big Island Volcano Adventure with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/09 |
Reviewed by: Kara
This day may be long, but you get to see all the island and find spots you want to go back and see more! The stargazing was unreal!!
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| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/26 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Wonderful tour, really educated guide and loved the TV history!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Sharda
We thoroughly enjoyed the Grand Circle Island Tour. We had the opportunity to visit so many different parts of the island and experience the true beauty of the Big Island. The tour was well planned and Neil was an amazing host!
I definitely recommend that all visitors try this tour at least once!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/05 |
Reviewed by: COCO
I participated in a helicopter tour of the Big Island! The pilot was Toshi, who recently became a grandfather and has semi-retired. I felt very lucky to meet Toshi on this trip!
From the moment we headed to the helicopter, my excitement soared, and it reached its peak during takeoff! I was moved by the breathtaking natural beauty of the Big Island spread out below me.
The landing and takeoff at the cliffs of Kohala Coast and the 365-meter drop of Punalu'u Falls were absolutely thrilling!
As I flew, reflecting on the history from the birth of the Big Island to the present, I was reminded of how short and precious life is.
It was truly priceless! I highly recommend it!
ビッグアイランドのヘリコプター遊覧ツアーに参加しました!パイロットはToshiさん、お孫さんが産まれて、セミリタイアされたとの事。今回、Toshiさんにお会い出来たのは、非常にラッキーでした!
ヘリに向かう時からテンションが上がり、テイクオフでMAXに到達!眼下に広がるビッグアイランドの大自然に感動しました(^^)
特にコハラ海岸の断崖絶壁と、落差365mのプナルルの滝へのランディング&テイクオフは迫力満点でした!
ビッグアイランドの誕生から今に至る迄の、歴史に思いを馳せながらのフライトは、人の一生が如何に短く、如何に大切か、改めて感じる事が出来ました!
正にプライスレス!!お勧めです(^^)
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/19 |
Reviewed by: ココ
The pilot was Toshi Mochizuki! With his warm and passionate guidance, we discovered the true charm of the Big Island of Hawaii! Thank you so much, Toshi!
パイロットは望月トシさんでした!
彼のあたたかく、そして熱い案内で、わたし達はハワイ島の本当の魅力を知りました!トシさんホントにホントにありがとうございました!!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Jody
This was such an amazing experience that I hardly know where to begin.
I can't say enough about Jen, who was our guide. From the moment we met her at 7:30 am (she was early to pick up near our residence) until she dropped us back home ~12 hours later, she made the trip such a positive experience. She was very personable and easy for my husband and I to chat with us as we made the ~1.5 hr drive to pick up the rest of the passengers in Hilo.
She was constantly pointing out areas of interest and sharing background information and context so that we could fully appreciate the sights of the Volcano park.
The 3 mile hike was great, and it was so interesting to spend time on the caldera floor, although I will admit that the trek back up truly tested my stamina!
All in all, an amazing day!
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| Packages: | Elite Volcano Hike from Kona Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/18 |
Reviewed by: Tabatha
We went to a black sand beach, bakery ( try the malasadas they're amazing), craters, lava field, lava tube, and steam vents. We didn't get to try their lunch because someone in the group was car sick(hard to eat when someone is vomiting right in front of you)
For the helicopter ride we went down the coastline instead of over the volcanoes due to weather around there. The pilot was amazing! He was very knowledgeable, funny, and friendly.
This tour would have been a lot better if it wasn't raining (rains there a lot so bring a raincoat just incase) and we didn't have someone who got carsick. That wasn't the tours fault and I definitely would do this tour again.
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| Packages: | Day Trip to Big Island: Helicopter & Sightseeing Tour with Airfare Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/20 |
Reviewed by: Roxy
This experience was amazing our tour guide Dexter was great explaining everything very well accomodating everyone’s needs would highly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Day Trip to Big Island: Helicopter & Sightseeing Tour with Airfare Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Sarah & Scott
Great experience. Our tour guide Grant is top notch. His knowledge on the everything the big island and particularly the volcanoes was impressive and he makes it so much fun. Highly recommend if never have explored the big island before.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/24 |
Reviewed by: CMJ
Our guide for the tour was Grover. What a wonderful, knowledgeable kind man.
Volcano National Park is beautiful and lush with an abundance of plant life. Stunning scenery of the volcano and caldera.
Learnt so much about volcanoes, how they have formed, how they behave with earth tremors/quakes, eruptions and the that island continues to grow because of them.
Grover spoiled us by taking us to a couple unplanned locations such as the Lava Tubes, Rainbow Falls and Steam Vents
Highly recommend this tour and especially if you’re lucky enough to have Grover as your tour guide.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Pride of America Cruise Ship |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/30 |
Reviewed by: JIRO
On the day, it rained, and it was cold, making the conditions terrible. The woman in charge explained everything clearly and patiently, providing instructions on handling the bike and setting up the navigation for us, who do not understand English. I would like to try again on a nice day.
当日は雨が降り、寒くなりコンデションは最悪でした。
担当した女性の方は分かりやすく、英語のわからない私達にバイクの取り扱いの説明、ナビの設定など丁寧に説明してくれました。
天気の良い日に再度チャレンジしたい。
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| Packages: | E-バイクレンタル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Kara
I felt like I got to see all the best spots of Big Island on this 1 day tour!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/24 |
Reviewed by: RobinW
Our quide, Dexter was excellent. He was very thoughtful and professional. He made an otherwise rainy, gloomy day a fun day. The tour gave us a great overview.
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| Packages: | Day Trip to Big Island: Helicopter & Sightseeing Tour with Airfare Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Greg
Perfectly organised day, from communication prior to the day to everyone involved in sny part of the tour.
The guide was great, hugely knowledgeable and interesting.
The helicopter trip was perhaps the most incredible thing I have ever done. The ground crew were superb and the pilot made it the best trip ever. After waiting 30 years to do this tour it didn't disappoint.
Could not recommend it highly enough.
This is a very special Adventure and glad we were able to show you the beauty of Kauai. Now you know why they call it the Garden Isle
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| Packages: | Day Trip to Big Island: Helicopter & Sightseeing Tour with Airfare Included |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Eder
This is one of the best tour I had, the driver always take care of you even if you Re late lol.
But it was an amazing experience you can meet new people and have a great time, I would do it again when I come back to kona!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Sue
We really enjoyed this tour. It is a long one so be prepared. But they keep you hydrated and fed. I loved the black sand beach, and the sea turtles and the stop along the shore the most. But all of the events were really fun. They packed so much into one day. it was a great tour and we had a lot of fun. The picnic, the stop at the bakery, and the dinner, you were all excellent quality as well.
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| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Leah
Took this tour 6 years ago and had the most amazing experience. So I had to do it again. This tour offers the best of Big Island because you get to see Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls. We saw lots of turtles at black sand beach and an actual rainbow at Rainbow Falls! Our guide Brent was very informative and helpful.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Firelight
It was a great days long adventures around the island. I would highly recommend it!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Rick
Our tour guide Ron was very informative during our trip with him. Had a great day. Would recommend the tour to my friends if they were looking for a day of adventure.
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| Packages: | Kauai Movie Sites & Circle Island Sightseeing Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Tom
The timings and organisation of the tour were good. We were picked up from the airport and taken to see the Volcano National Park sites with a good guide who kept us informed and was accommodating of our needs. Unfortunately you can't schedule nature and we didn't see any volcanic activity apart from a little steam, but it was still interesting, especially the lava tube.
We had a helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters to finish off with, but I will not review that part, I will review their admin however. We really wanted a copy of the video of our flight as it was for a 50th birthday, but due to a technical difficulty could not get it at the time. We were told to just drop them a line, but after several emails and calls, still nothing - very disappointed in them.
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| Packages: | Day Trip to Big Island: Helicopter & Sightseeing Tour with Airfare Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Mpy14
The tour was very well organized and very well planned. I felt I saw so much and learned a lot about the culture and history of the island. Jim was full of interesting information and made the trip memorable Fun group.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/19 |
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