Reviewed by: WannaBeHawaiian2
With less than 24 hours notice, Veltra/Hawaiian Activities surprised our friends (1st time Hawaii visitors)at Kahului Maui Airport with beautiful flower leis. We received smiling pics of them immediately after they were delivered. Would use this company again in a heartbeat!
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Donna
My husband and daughter and I had a lot of fun on our snorkel adventure. We boarded and as the boat left the harbor we were told that breakfast was ready. Breakfast consisted of assorted fresh fruit, several types of muffins, and 3 types of juice, and coffee. Our captain for the day was concerned that the winds were already as strong as they were. She tried to get close to the shore of Lanai but the water was too choppy. She said that we would not be able to enjoy ourselves in water that rough and was very concerned for our safety. She had to turn around and go back to the coast of Maui to look for calmer water. I was glad that she was so safety conscious. I was having a good time just riding on the boat over the open water. Going back across the water was a bit bumpy, but that made it more exciting. We ended up going to a spot just off the coast of Maui were there was some pretty coral. The captain had a crew of 4 others who were all life guards. When the boat was anchored, the crew got busy helping everyone with their face masks & flippers and getting into the water. They had life belts for anyone who wanted to put them on (most people did). They also had swim noodles or boogie boards for us to use. There was one passenger who didn't know how to swim. The crew helped her get in the water and gave her one of the boogie boards to hold onto. They stayed right beside her until she felt comfortable. We spent about an hour at this location, then we got back on the boat and went to a second location where people actually saw some sea turtles in the water!
This trip was definitely fun. The only complaint was the weather could have been better the day we went, but we still got to go to two different locations and had about an hour in the water at each location.
I would definitely recommend that others try this excursion. You will have fun even if you have never been snorkeling before!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Rachel
My family and I had such a wonderful time! Our guide Rusty was awesome and was so informative. He made sure that everyone was enjoying themselves. Definitely will be booking with you again.
Thanks again
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| Packages: | 2.5-Hour Late Morning Turtle Reef Discovery (10:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Jan and tam
The tour was so nice very well organized it was a very long day but worth every minute such a moving experience loved it
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| Packages: | Arizona, Missouri, Bowfin, Pacific Aviation via Hawaiian Airlines (from Kahului) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Janelle
Overall my husband and I had a great experience! My husband is a avid diver, but this was my first time snorkeling in the ocean.
The crew was welcoming, informative, and entertaining! Everything was explained very well. Safety was a high priority. There were devises available for all ages and swim levels to ensure everyone had a great time. Some of us forgot to premeditate to prevent motion sickness :( the crew was exceptionally helpful with helping those of us feel better!
On our way to our first snorkel destination we came across a large group of Dolphins! They were all around the boat. Super beautiful!
Both of the snorkeling destinations were gorgeous! The water was super clear, with 150ft or more visibility! There were multiple types of fish in the area, even sea turtles.
I would recommend this activity to anyone wanting to have a great snorkeling experience!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Brodri44
This trip is totally worth it! First of all they pick you up exactly at your assigned time and after the trip they are right there to pick you up! So everything is done in a timely manner. The driver was extremely friendly and helpful. After they picked us up from our hotel, they drove us to where the boat is. Where the staff was just wonderful. On the way to Lahaina they offered us some good breakfast and played some music. Unfortunately, on our way to the first snorkel spot the weather got really bad. Therefore we had to go to a completely different spot where the waters were calmer and the weather was nice and sunny. Other than that the whole experience was amazing. The first snorkel spot that they took us to was beautiful. Filled with reef and all kinds of fish. Then, while on the way to the next snorkel spot they cooked us some dinner. On the second snorkel spot we got to see turtles and sharks! It was a lot of fun. On the way back they give you a complementary beer or cocktail and dessert. They also provided us with snacks and all kinds of drinks. I would recommended this excursion to anybody. Had a blast!!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Callie Ayers
We loved our trip from Maui to Lanai on this snorkeling cruise. The boat was a great size for the trip between the two islands. It was very clean and nice. The crew were all very helpful and friendly. We felt very confident in their abilities. They were all very knowledgeable about the trip and animal life that we encountered. The food was great, we loved having breakfast provided since we had to get up and be at the harbor so early. We were kind of disappointed to not see any dolphins. We felt like we had been told we would circle back to a specific point where dolphins are usually seen and that didn't happen. We were just taken back to Maui as soon as the second snorkeling stop had been made. Maybe we misunderstood what would happen there. Overall it was a great trip and a super fun way to spend the day.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Brandon A
We had a very nice time on the our snorkeling excursion from Maui to the island of Lanai. The crew was very helpful, especially to our inexperienced snorkelers in our family. The food they prepared was good and there were plenty of drinks offered to keep us hydrated. I thought the crew was very helpful and were open to answering questions we had and also provided some nice insights on all of the islands. The coral reefs they took us to were very vibrant and the visibility was very clear. I was a little disappointed in the lack of variety in the fish we saw and we did not see any dolphin that day. All in all it was a very nice day and a nice change of pace.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Melissa&Todd
Had a great time. We did the 8 line zip tour. It was really hot but we got free water bottles and the course was not hard at all. Our guides were awesome. Matt, Loki, and Bobo, kept us laughing the entire time. Matt is nothing but jokes!!! They made sure everyone was okay and felt safe. It was clear that they love their job and made sure we had a great time!!
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| Packages: | 8-Line Kaanapali Zipline Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/17 |
Reviewed by: Carrie
Food was good but ribs could have been better. The kids loved the cruise and the kid non alcoholic drinks they got.
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| Packages: | Premium Package (until 01/31/2018) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Nick
Excellent Tour Guide and Pilot. Both were very knowledgeable and answered all questions
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| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Marianne
The show was awesome and great for the whole family. Dinner was delicious. No one should go home hungry. We selected Gold Circle seating. It is definately worth the small difference in cost. This was a wonderful evening.
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| Packages: | Gold Circle Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Robert & Sharon
Best tour we have ever taken anywhere. Very small group (only 4 of us). The tour driver was very Knowledgeable. Easy driving tour without having to rush. With ony 4 in the group, we stay longer on stops we liked and shorter on the ones we didn't. Lunch was good, again without having to rush off to stay on schedule. The same was true for the helicopter ride back. The polit was fantastic and always made sure we have our camera shots before leaving a givin area. He even spotted a whale (in late May no less) for us to see. Is this tour pricey? yes. Is it worth every penny? YES YES YES !
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| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
Definitely happy we took the cruise out to see the sunset on the water. Well-worth the money! Good food, good drinks, great live music, great staff, family-friendly, and all ages welcome. I would absolutely go again on a return trip to Maui!
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| Packages: | Premium Package (until 01/31/2018) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/11 |
Reviewed by: sugimoto
Molokini Island has very beautiful waters and is the perfect place for snorkeling. However, on the day we experienced it, the waves were rough, making it quite challenging. There are also Japanese staff members, which is reassuring. It all depends on your physical condition.
モロキニ島は海がとても綺麗でシュノーケルをするには最適な場所でした。
しかし、私たちが体験した日は波が荒くそれどころではない状況に・・・
日本人の方もスタッフにいますので安心できます。
あとは体調次第です。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Adam
We had a great time at the Luau. The food was great and they have a great system to get everyone through the buffet line quickly. The show was really spectacular, great music, great performances and I loved learning the history of the beginning of Hawaii.
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| Packages: | VIP Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/19 |
Reviewed by: ぶーにゃん
You can experience the scenery and worldview that cannot be seen from the ground, enjoying the island surrounded by the blue sea and great nature from above the blue sky.
青い海と大自然に囲まれた島をを青い空の上から味わう、地上からでは見ることのできない風景、世界観を体験できます。
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| Packages: | ハナ/ハレアカラフライト(45分) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/18 |
Reviewed by: Samantha
It was an absolute great time. The instructor provided such eat direction and assisted in giving you the most successful attempts at learning to surf. They also provided amazing professional photographs.
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| Packages: | Group Lesson |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Jana Killion
My daughter and I had a great time on this excursion. The individuals working the boat were very helpful. My daughter participated in the snorkeling and came face to face with two sea turtles! We actually made two stops for snorkeling. The breakfast consisted of fruit and muffins and lunch was hamburgers, and hotdogs. My daughter the diva had me take several pictures to post to her friends. The scenery was beautiful but best of all were the whales. We unexpectedly came upon three male whales following a female and her calf. The captains commentary was exceptional and the whales came up out of the water right next to our boat and then dove under it!! It was truly a sight to see. We had a wonderful time, the crew was exceptional and I would recommend this excursion to everyone.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
This by far was the number one excursion that we chose to do on our honeymoon. My husband and I absolutely loved everything about this. Despite having to walk 10 minutes in the hot sun to the docking area, everything was perfectly planned. The sailboat was clean and spacious, the appetizers were delicious and the drinks were great. The crew was very friendly and accommodating and the captain was very nice as well. The sunset was gorgeous and very romantic. We loved this and we're sure you will too! Highly recommend this sail!
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| Packages: | Standard [2015] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
Our tour guide/bus driver Rory was one of the best tour guides we had during our trip to Hawaii. He made our trip to Hana worthwhile and made us feel comfortable. Not only was he funny and made our trip interesting with his sense of humor but he was very knowledgeable with the history of Hawaii and everything we saw on the Road to Hana. The Road to Hana was a crazy ride but Rory did a great job with the turns and making us feel safe. He made it worth dishing out the money to go on a tour rather than driving it ourselves. We stopped by a couple of places that were not on the schedule, simply because we asked about them and wanted to stop by. We stopped by Hana Farms which was a small stand by Hana that sold the best banana bread. We also stopped by a general store in Hana with cool knick knacks and some snacks. Although it was not on our schedule, he was more than willing to stop and let us look around and buy some stuff. He always cracked jokes and talked about his family. It made us feel like he wasn't just doing his job but that he was enjoying his job and getting to know his guests at the same time. Our Road to Hana wouldn't have been so great if it wasn't for our tour guide from Polynesian Adventure Tours. We recommend this company and this tour guide for any future visitors to Maui who want to go on this tour. You'll have a blast!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/06 |
Reviewed by: The Wedemire Women
Beautiful beachfront property to have a luau. Entertainers were amazing, put on a great show and the food was fantastic. Wonderful evening watching talented people.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Samantha
Everything about this experience was great. The crew was super friendly and funny, and the snorkel was very interesting and simple to do. Absolutely amazing.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel to Coral Gardens |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Jimmer Cassiol
The main reason for the helicopter tour was to fly over the crater at Haleakala. Unfortunately the clouds prevented us from doing that. The staff was unable to confirm that we would not be flying over the crater until we were actually in the air. Then on top of the bad address provided for the heliport and the lack of specific detailed information on getting to the helicopter location made for a very stressful and frustrating morning. Once landing and getting on the van to drive back from Hana things were much better. The tour guide in the van was very informative. I would only take this trip again if there were a discount included if weather conditions made it impossible to get to the crater.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Jimmer Cassiol
The staff were wonderful and the SNUBA adventure was very exciting. This is a great introduction to what scuba diving might be like and the location at Monokini is a great spot to SNUBA! I will be back!
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| Packages: | SNUBA Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/28 |
Reviewed by: kasing shum
We started around ten in the morning. It was a sunny day, you can feel the heat with the sun, make sure u have sun block on. Ranch owner greet us at the parking lot, walk us through the procedure. I highly recommend you to listen closely. He will teach you all the basic skill. Those horses are very gentle, so don't be afraid. They are clam as a cucumber. You don't have to Do anything most of the time. They are Well trained. You Just have to watch them about feeding on the side grass. They are very sneaky on grabbing a bite on the side. You Just have to Let them know you are watching and signal them before they grab the grass.We went across a stream and up the hill towards the valley. Owner provided a nice picnic. You Just have to be ready for some unexpected situation so you can communicate with the horse quickly. This is great activity and you get to see the whole west side.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! 2-Hour Group Plantation Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Bob,Rosie, Edwin,Kay
Gus was our driver and we are glad. There were 4 of us and we all appreciate the safe driving because this road can be treacherous.
It was a long day and Gus kept us entertained all day with knowledge about every part of the trip. We went places where we would not have imagined there would bevsomething to see and Viola, more Paradise. We saw sea turtles sleeping on the beach, many waterfalls, an upclose tour of an area where the portuguese workers had built a giant cross in tribute to the beautiful island.
We are so glad we booked this intimate trip instead of a big bus full of people.
Thank you Gus.
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| Packages: | All The Way Around - From West Maui (11 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/09 |
Reviewed by: ともし
I signed up for a plan that included transportation. When I arrived at the boarding location, there were about 30 to 40 participants, most of whom were from Europe and America, with only three Asians, including myself. However, you can rest assured that a very kind Japanese female guide will take care of you in detail.
Even in Hawaii, the water temperature is low. I wore a rash guard, so I didn't rent one, but it might be a good idea to rent a wetsuit if needed (costs $10). There was a shower with warm water on the boat, so I took a shower every time I got out of the sea.
As for Molokini Island, to be honest, I didn't see many colorful fish. However, the sunlight filtering through the water made the seabed incredibly beautiful, and I was captivated by it. For lunch, we had hamburgers where we could add as many vegetables as we liked. The basic rule was one per person, but if there were leftovers, we could have seconds. I was one of the first to go, but by the time I was offered "Would you like another one?" after the meal, there were hardly any vegetables left. I recommend going early. But I was able to enjoy a hamburger with two beef patties, savoring the taste of the meat.
At the snorkeling spot we headed to after lunch, I was able to see many sea turtles. While searching for sea turtles on the seabed, they would suddenly appear next to me, and I would hurriedly swim away. I think it's quite difficult to see sea turtles while swimming on Oahu, but here I was able to see many.
For those who want to snorkel at Molokini Island, see sea turtles, or are anxious about their English skills, I highly recommend this tour!! (Of course, since it's nature, there's no guarantee you'll see sea turtles...) Above all, the way the Japanese female guide interacted with us was not the typical condescending attitude often seen from Japanese living abroad; it was very pleasant, allowing me to truly enjoy the experience. (Personally, I’m not fond of that typical attitude.)
If I visit Maui again, I would like to use this service.
送迎付きプランで申し込みました。
乗船場所に着くと3~40人程参加者がいましたが、そのほとんどは欧米の方でアジア人というか日本人は私を含めて3人だけでした。
ですが、ご安心ください。とても親切な日本人女性のガイドさんが細々と面倒を見てくださいます。
ハワイと言え水温が低いです。ラッシュガードを着ていたので借りませんでしたが、場合によってはウエットスーツのレンタルを利用すると良いでしょう。(要10ドル)
船に温水の出るシャワーがあったので、海からあがる度に浴びていました。
モロキニ島ですが、正直あまり色鮮やかな魚を見ることはできませんでした。
しかし日の光がさしこむ海底がとても美しく、魅入ってしまいました。
お昼は自分で好きなだけ野菜を挟めるハンバーガーでした。基本1人1つですが、余ればおかわりOKでした。私は1番最初に取りに行ったのですが、食後「もう1ついかが?」と言われた時には野菜はほとんどありませんでした。早めがおススメですよ。
でもビーフパテを2枚も挟んでもらって肉の味を楽しめるハンバーガーを楽しむことが出来ました。
食後向かったシュノ―ケリングスポットでは海ガメをたくさん見ることが出来ました。
海ガメを探して海底を探していると、いつの間にか隣にいたりして慌てて泳いで離れたものです。
オアフ島で泳いでいる海ガメを見ることはなかなか難しいかと思いますが、こちらではたくさん見ることが出来ました。
モロキニ島でシュノ―ケリングしたい方、海ガメを見たい方、英語が不安な方。
このツアーとってもおススメですよ!!
(もちろん自然相手なので絶対に海ガメが見れるわけではありませんが…)
なにより日本人女性ガイドさんの接し方が海外に住む日本人にありがちな上から目線で距離感を保たないくだけた態度ではなく、とても心地よいもので心から楽しむことができました。
(個人的にはあのありがちな態度は苦手です)
またマウイ島を訪れることがあれば利用したいと思っています。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/21 |
Reviewed by: kasing shum
The location is little bit remote but not hard to find. the farm is quite big. Learned alot about dragon fruit and pineapple. Zip line was so great and the aqua ball was awesome. Zip line is quite fast with great view to the ocean. i feel very safe with their procedure and equipment. It wasnt as high as i would like but for most first time zip liner ,this is a great beginning trial. Aqua ball is fun. If you want speed,you must stay completely relax when u going down hill. The ball will gain lots of speed. We also tried the juicy sugar cane. It tasted so sweet and refresh. Jessica and Matt were so so friendly. They know Just about everything about the farm. Overall ,we had great time with their friendly staff.
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| Packages: | Aquaball and Zipline Riding Combo 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/28 |
Reviewed by: wanda
Awesome show. Highly recommend. The food was delicious
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| Packages: | Gold Circle Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/26 |
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