Reviewed by: Nasreen Kassam
Bryce, our driver, was amazing! Made the tour everything it was. We all enjoyed the amazing tour with friendly employees and clean vehicle.
Thank you!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/10 |
Reviewed by: Andrea
Bryce was awesome, very knowledgable. We had a big scare about the fire on the way back to the hotel and he was super professional about letting us know what was going on and even offered to stop at a grocery store in case no food options were open in the evening. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/01 |
Reviewed by: Sophia
Pros: It was worthwhile to do this tour to see the entire Big Island all in one day, without having to do any driving. Adam was very informative and shared many Hawaiian mythical stories along the way. Enjoyed the extra stops at the bakery for Malasadas, the driver got us all plain ones, and the fruit stand we stopped at, at the end.
Cons: many errors due to the fact that Veltra books the tour, through the Hawaii Activities, but they don’t run the tour. So the lunch options were not the options listed when we booked. They called to clarify the meals for our group and still got the lunches completely wrong. No chicken on the salads, not enough sandwiches and too many plain veggie salads. Also, we booked a private tour. We booked a private tour. The website said private tour up to 10, we had 9, so we were under the impression we would be the only group on the tour. This was not the case! There was a group of three in the van when it arrived to pick us up. And the other group had much better looking lunches than ours for some reason. Another disappointing thing was that it was rainy and cold for the volcano portion of the tour. Our tour guide informed us that rainy weather is very very common at the volcano park and near Hilo. We were all dressed for warm weather and we were all freezing for a large part of the tour. Our van had 6 rain jackets, but 12 passengers. It would have been very helpful if the person that called to confirm the tour would have told us there is a chance it might be rainy. One last thing, we accidentally left some candy purchases on the tour bus, we called the company, but have not heard back about retrieving these purchases.
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| Packages: | Private Tour from Kona/ Kohala (up to 10 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Roxene Gascoigne
This was great! Gabby was our driver and she was absolutely amazing. She knew everything about Big Island and was so friendly. This is a nice tour to get it all in in one day.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Jalise Kerkenbush
So Beautiful and our guide was so friendly!!! It felt like I was in a different world!!
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| Packages: | Pick-up from Waikoloa Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
We had a great time with Jim! The trip was very informative and we learned much about the history of Hawaii. I would suggest taking this tour at the beginning of your vacation so that you can explore in-depth some of the places we visited. The winery and tea tour was amazing! I learn so much about tea and the winemaking process in HI!
Thanks so much!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Mary A.
Hank was a wonderful guide and truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a great day! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting an introduction to the island!
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| Packages: | Private Tour from Kona/ Kohala (up to 10 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/05 |
Reviewed by: Jayjay
I went solo. There were 2 tour guides. They were informative and funny. I threw up because of road sick and maybe too much caffeine and food coma in the morning (I assumed - I ate my bf&coffee b4 the tour started and ate their bf & tasted their coffee again). The lady guide took care of me well. Other people in the trip were nice too. Some lady gave me a motion sickness pill and some lady asked me how I was feeling. Thanks!
We went to 6-7 places. I like the black sand beach the most. Walking through the volcano tube was fun. But another volcano attraction was not I expected because we couldn’t get too close to the volcano. It was dangerous Lol. So I couldn’t get a clear pics of the crater.
Big island is a black island (in my opinion) because of dry black lava spreading all over the island.
They picked me up in the morning and dropped me off at the Kona airport in the evening. I flew for a day trip. Call them when you arrived at the airport. They need a reminder. I think my tour guides were Gary and Gabbie. I bought this trip to celebrate my bday. Great serviceThank you!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Sher
We had a superb experience with our tour specially with our tour guide Domi who entertained us well. He’s excellent and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend this company and if possible look for Domi!!!
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| Packages: | Best of Kauai by Land & River Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/09 |
Reviewed by: Sandy and Phil
We were only on island for two days, so we had to make the most of it. Rich picked us up promptly and we set out with a total of nine passengers. The van was comfortable, and Rich had water and lunch ready for us, along with clean jackets and umbrellas for the chilly rainy segments of the trip. The drive was safe and pleasant, and Rich regaled us with information and stories. At each stop, he allowed us ample time and shared interesting information.
This was a wonderful day, and we not only saw the island but also learned a lot. Highly recommended, especially if you can get Rich as your driver/tour guide!
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| Packages: | Pick-up from Waikoloa Hotels |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/05 |
Reviewed by: David Embrey
Awana was awesome. He did a great job from the start by getting out group of 20 together in one van. His knowledge of the island’s as well as the big island was extensive. Never a dull moment he kept us laughing and taught us a great deal. All stops were as promised. Would do the tour again
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/10 |
Reviewed by: Joyb
Awesome awesome awesome. We had a volcano tour on 3/8/20 with Mike. He was the best. He was especially good with our very inquisitive grandson. He was knowledgeable also!!!! He was great great great!!!!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Steve and Michelle
We had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide Daniel was excellent. Informative and witty. We highly recommend this complete island tour. The steam vents at Volcanos National Park highlighted the day!!.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/14 |
Reviewed by: yokky
This was my eighth time on the Big Island of Hawaii, and the helicopter tour allowed me to see the entire island, leading to new discoveries!
今回で8回目のハワイ島でしたが、ヘリツアーによりハワイ島全容を観ることができて新しい発見がありました!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Hirocy
For my wife, who has difficulty walking, navigating uneven terrain is challenging, and even short distances can take time for able-bodied individuals. Therefore, instead of sightseeing by car, we chose the helicopter experience for the first time. Although it was disappointing that there was no lava flow, I was moved by the size of the crater when viewed from above. We also saw whales, and I am grateful to the pilot who helped us find them. I had requested a pilot who could speak Japanese, but since there were no other Japanese participants, it couldn't be helped. I was worried the day before due to strong winds that could have taken the steering wheel from me, but the ride was smooth and comfortable. My wife was also in high spirits. It was great to make effective use of our time.
足が不自由な家内にとっては、凸凹したところを歩いたりするのは困難で、健常者にとっては短い距離移動でも時間がかかったりするので、車での観光ではなく、初体験のヘリを選択しました。溶岩が流れていなかったのは残念でしたが、火口を上空から見ることが出来、その大きさに感動しました。また、鯨も見ることが出来ました。捜して下さったパイロットに感謝。日本語の出来るパイロットをリクエストしていましたが、他に日本人参加者がいなかったので仕方ありません。前日の午後は車のハンドルが取られる程の強風だったので心配しましたが揺れもなく快適。家内もハイテンションでした。時間が有効に使え良かったです。
Dear Hirocy,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the helicopter tour of the Big Island with your family. Helicopter tours are a recommended way to see areas that are not accessible by land and to take in the vast scenery. We hope you enjoyed spotting the whales that are currently in season as well. Thank you for sharing your wonderful photos.
We look forward to serving you again.
VELTRA Customer Service
Hirocy様
この度は体験談をご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
ご家族とハワイ島のヘリコプター遊覧をお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思います。
ヘリコプター遊覧は陸路では行けない場所をくまなく、かつ広域で見ることができるのでおすすめの観光方法です。
また今がシーズンのクジラも見えたとのこと、いかがでしたでしょうか。
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またのご利用をお待ちしております。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/21 |
Reviewed by: kazu
I have visited Oahu, Hawaii several times with friends. However, I wanted to see the volcano, so I participated alone for the first time. The flight I booked was canceled, but I was recommended another course and joined that instead. Due to the weather, I couldn't achieve my original goal, but I enjoyed the experience of riding in a helicopter and traveling alone. I was able to participate with peace of mind thanks to the prompt response I received. Thank you very much.
ハワイ、オアフ島は何度か友人と訪れています。
ただ、火山が見たくて一人初めて別行動で参加させて戴きました。申し込んだ便は中止になり別のコースをお勧めして戴き参加しました。天候の為当初の目的は果たせませんでしたが。ヘリコプターに乗れて一人旅を経験できて楽しかったです。敏速な対応をして頂き安心して参加出来ました。ありがとうございました。
Dear Kazu,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We sincerely apologize for the cancellation of your desired tour. However, we hope you enjoyed the helicopter tour of the Big Island along with the landing at the waterfall, which is one of our recommendations. Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos as well.
We look forward to serving you again.
VELTRA Customer Service
kazu様
この度は体験談をご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
ご希望の回が中止となってしまい、大変申し訳ございません。
しかしながら、弊社のおすすめでもある滝への着陸とともにハワイ島のヘリコプター遊覧をお楽しみいただけましたら幸いです。
綺麗なお写真もご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
またのご利用をお待ちしております。
VELTRAカスタマーサービス
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: The Fords
This was by far the best tour we have ever been on! Anthony was so knowledgeable and entertaining we learned so much about the culture and the flora and fauna of the big island.
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| Packages: | Volcano Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Flow
We had a great time on this tour. We were able to see many different places on the island and our tour guide Awana had great knowledge of the island. The tour is a lot of driving but the van is decently comfortable and they have frequent stops to get out and stretch.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Mary & Lloyd
My husband and I booked the Deluxe Circle Island Tour with Kailani Tours online @hawaiiactivities.com a few weeks before we left for our 20th anniversary on the Big Island. We loved our driver/tour guide Alana from the beginning...she was so personable, caring and knowledgeable (a former teacher). The Mercedes van was very comfortable for the 7 people on our tour and we were well provided for with plenty of water and snacks (even with my gluten free limitations). The tour was fabulous, from the Kona Joe coffee farm, lunch/tour at Volcanoes Natl Park, amazing Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, all the way to Rainbow Falls (yes, we saw a rainbow there) and beautiful Akaka Falls! It was great to see the highlights of the island at the beginning of our vacation to get the "lei" of the land so to speak, on the Big Island. This way the remainder of our trip could be spent leisurely exploring the Kohala Coast where we were staying. We highly recommend it to everyone!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Tour - Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Volcanoes |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Tanya
The total experience is awesome! We had a looong day without questions. But the guider made sure the tour was full of fun, stories and care, we didn't feel exhausted.
Started from the lava cave, which is cooler than I expected. Black beach is beautiful. The newly formed lava flow is stunning, also sad when we heard stories from local residents, sorry for their loss. Didn't spend much time in the national volcano park, but it was exactly what we needed, also good timing enjoying the sunset there. 3-courses dinner in the volcano house was perfect, with yummy food and wonderful view overlooking the whole crater. Last but not least, stunning stargazing with professional telescope. Sorry I'm terrible at remembering people's name, thanks very much, our lovely & kind & interesting driver & guider!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/14 |
Reviewed by: 日本橋 りか
Hawaii Island is much larger than I expected. There are many breathtaking views that can only be seen by helicopter. Waipi'o Valley was the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen in my life. It was an experience worth more than the price.
ハワイ島は、思った以上に広い。
ヘリコプターでしか見ることのできない絶景がたくさん。
ワイピオ渓谷は、人生で一番美しい景色でした。
お値段以上の感動です。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/07 |
Reviewed by: -PAUL-
First time riding in a helicopter, the ride was awesome. I did get to see a lot aerial coverage, especially recent destruction that occurred. Checking out the other destinations were ok, but the park was the real treat. True interaction with steam vents. Feeling the heat come from it is insanely hot; even walking a distance away from it and the wind picking up for a bit, my sunglasses fogged up.
This is an experience only you can take for yourself. The helicopter ride made the volcano national park that more interesting. I would do it again just for the helicopter ride.
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| Packages: | Helicopter & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/16 |
Reviewed by: Australian
unreal amazing views and places how close you get is unreal
a must do
been to Hawaii before and missed out doing this
this time booked before we left home
this is the most eye opening thing you will do in your life
will do again again again if I get the chance
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| Packages: | Helicopter & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/03 |
Reviewed by: Karishma
Didn’t know what to expect at the beginning of the tour as it was a long one including a helicopter ride. But everything was just perfect! We were picked up from our hotel on time. Had a wonderful guide at Big Island. The helicopter ride was simply breathtaking they actually did it before time which gave us time for an extra ride of the city after it. Would highly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Helicopter & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/04 |
Reviewed by: sam
This tour was amazing although a long day well worth it. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone
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| Packages: | Helicopter & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/09 |
Reviewed by: big island tour
The tour was nice and Big Island is beautiful, but our tour guide gave an extensive history of Big Island which felt removed and disconnected from what we were seeing. The guide was asked multiple times from other people on the tour about things they had noticed during the tour but the guide was stuck on the historical narrative and refused to talk about "politics", yet the questions being asked were quite simple and relevant to what we were seeing. He was very knowledgeable but it made for a very tiring and boring ride. It would be great if he could break up the historical narrative with some more present-day information about Big Island.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Big Phil
There were only 7 of us on a bus built for 12. We were not rushed at the sites and the driver/tour guide paced our group appropriately. Driver was very smart and continually pointed out plants/trees and sites as we drove along. Those who were scheduled for helicopter lost out as the helicopter never took off.
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| Packages: | Volcano Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/27 |
Reviewed by: yajikita
My first time on the Big Island! For our 30th wedding anniversary, my husband chose this tour for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The view of the Big Island from the sky was amazing. The highlight of this tour is landing at a waterfall. The waterfall, which can only be accessed by helicopter, is breathtaking. I highly recommend experiencing the growing beauty of the Big Island.
初めてのハワイ島!結婚30年の記念に一生に一度の体験をってことで主人がこのツアーを選びました。空からのハワイ島は素晴らしかったです。このツアーの目玉は滝への上陸です。ヘリでしか行くことのできない滝は絶景です。成長してるハワイ島をぜひ体験してみて欲しいです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/05 |
Reviewed by: TOMO
The Japanese pilot was very entertaining, providing a detailed explanation of the Kilauea volcano's crater. It was cloudy until we reached the town of Hilo, but it was sunny when we arrived at Waipi'o Valley. We had about a 30-minute break for landing at the waterfall. I'm glad I was able to experience something so unique in reality.
日本語パイロットで とても楽しい機内 キラウエア火山の噴火口を詳しく説明、ヒロの町に行くまで曇ってましたが ワイピオ渓谷に行くと晴れてて 滝への着陸で30分位の休憩 なかなか体験出来ないことが 現実に体験出来て良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/28 |
Reviewed by: えぽち
I thought I would never ride in a helicopter due to my fear of heights and the fact that it's not cheap, but on the recommendation of a friend who had previously visited the Big Island of Hawaii, I decided to give it a try this time. I participated in a two-hour course that allowed me to see both waterfalls and Kilauea Volcano, and those two hours were truly an emotional experience, filled with goosebumps and tears. The Big Island has many magnificent views that you can't see by car or on foot, so I really want everyone to experience the scenery from the sky at least once. If possible, I would love to join this tour again and again!
高所恐怖症であるかつ、値段も決して安くないのでヘリコプターは一生乗らないと思っていましたが、以前ハワイ島にいった知人の勧めで今回乗ってみることに。私は滝とキラウェア火山の両方が見れる2時間のコースに参加したのですが、この2時間は本当に感動のしっぱなしで、鳥肌と涙の止まらないツアーでした。ハワイ島は車や徒歩では見れない壮大な景色がたくさんあるので、是非皆さんにも空からの景色を一度みていただきたいです。可能ならば何度でもまたこのツアーに参加したいほどです!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/17 |
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Dear Yokky,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We are very pleased to hear that your eighth visit to the Big Island of Hawaii was blessed with good weather and that you enjoyed the helicopter tour. Landing at the waterfall is also one of our recommended options. Thank you for sharing the wonderful photos that capture the essence of the Big Island.
We look forward to serving you again.
VELTRA Customer Service
yokky様
この度は体験談をご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
8回目のハワイ島もお天気に恵まれ、ヘリコプター遊覧をお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思います。
滝への着陸も弊社おすすめのオプションとなっております。
今のハワイ島が感じられる素敵なお写真もご投稿いただきありがとうございます。
またのご利用をお待ちしております。
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