Food & service 10/10 , every time I come out capt cook it's a must to stop & get there 2 choice…read morepoke plates.

We walked in at lunchtime on Wednesday and the lady behind the counter said they wouldn't have rice…read morefor another 20 minutes due to a misunderstanding. We wanted to get poke bowls, but opted to just get poke and make our own poke bowls at home. She said they were able to make poke nachos so we got an order of the nachos. The fish were of good quality and it was fresh. It was interesting that the spicy poke had tomatoes in it. Never had tomatoes in spicy poke before!! It was different. The ogo was alright. Kinda plain with ogo and sliced round onions. They could've added more onions. The shoyu poke and the other one, I forget the name, was good. It's a cute place, it was clean. I hope they will have a lot of business moving forward. There are a few parking stalls In the front.

New Owners! Be Warned! No new Reviews in 2025! Guessing all the positive reviews were posted when…read morethe business was under previous owners. We had our son fly in for the Mantas. We drove down and spent the day in Captain Cook waiting for our 6:30 chartered boat. We arrived early as asked. We waited 2 hours. We watched boat after boat after boat from all the other companies pick up their passengers and leave. Our boat never arrived. We called. We emailed. Phone went straight to a generic voicemail that didnt even name the business. We have heard nothing. We finally left with heads hung low. Entire day wasted...defeated. BTW, our credit card was charged! I truly hope nothing terrible happened to the crew. And would love to know what possible reason could explain the disappointment caused.

We are staying in Kona with a group of friends and the kids wanted an adventure! They sure…read moredelivered, but were patient and very helpful in getting my 6 and 9 year old in the water and front row to countless rays! The next boat had more kids who all had a blast as well! You feel like you are on the private boat, while the big boats are the coach class Kids won't forget it!

Great insight to the real Hawaii with well produced video to support. If you're planning a trip to…read morethe Big Island this is must see tv. The website is full of informative videos that give you a unique perspective you won't find anywhere else. The youtube channel rocks too.

From the owner: Hawaii's Big Island Television is your best source of visitor information. See volcanic eruptions,…read morelava cascading into the sea and hike through ancient lava tubes. Discover Hawaii's natural beauty, culture, history, exciting activities, great shopping locations and delicious dining options. There's so much to see and do, so be sure to watch Big Island Television. Daily programs include: Our circle island tour, "Hawaii at its Best" and get to know the people of our island on "Discover Hawaii". It's all on Big Island Television. See hotel for channel line up. Residents will find us on Channel 130 (with an Oceanic Cable box) or Channel 97.6 (without an Oceanic Cable box).

We always have a great experience with Fair Wind Cruises. My family goes on this snorkel trip every…read moreyear during our annual Hawaii vacation, and it has become such a fun tradition for us. I usually suffer from sea sickness but I never feel ill on the Fair Winds boats. The staff is always so nice and friendly, which makes the whole experience even more enjoyable. We do miss the BBQ burgers they used to cook for lunch on the boat, but the vegetarian menu they offer now is still pretty good. We also really appreciate their efforts to be environmentally friendly, which makes us feel even better about supporting them. Overall, it is always a memorable and enjoyable trip, and we look forward to it every year!

Went on the fair wind with my family, and we had a blast. There was some good vegan food ( the…read moresliders weren't my favorite) and free root beer. The scenery around was really pretty and I saw lot of coral reef and mountainous views from the water. The staff there was awesome and they attended to everyone needs well. I love snorkeling now.

Great snorkeling trip! The crew was amazing!…read moreGot to see spinner dolphins, lots of fish, a turtle and coral! Crew was very knowledgeable and shared some great history. Felt very safe. Left smiling from ear to ear!

The manta ray night snorkel is must-do when on Big Island! Sea Paradise did a wonderful job of…read moreprepping and herding us humans into the magical world of manta rays. The crew have a great love for these creatures, are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge. They are docked a short walk from the Outrigger. Even better, getting to Manta Ray Village is a short ride, maybe 5-10 minutes? Great for those of you who get a little seasick. I've done a tour with another company a few years ago. I for sure would repeat with Sea Paradise again!

It was very difficult to reach this company at first. The number provided has no voicemail box, and…read moreI got a text back saying to call during the hours 12pm-3pm, but I couldn't get through to them. It took days for me to get in contact with them to book with my Groupon or to ask questions. I called or texted for 5 days and finally got a response. Groupon only allows 3 days for a refund, so thankfully someone did finally call. The woman on the call seemed very rushed and not so nice. Groupon times were very late and also cost an additional fee for the "manta guarantee", which is unclear that it costs more. It actually says you get the manta guarantee "for FREE" on the Groupon but that it only applies to certain bookings. This is misleading. Then it says to call the office to get more info on this insurance but again it was extremely difficult to reach anyone initially... The crew was amazing. We didn't see mantas on our first tour, but we were rebooked for the next day. Jake was very nice and amazing with communication, providing info, and renting us our wetsuit shirts. Erica and Kua were great captains and made us feel safe and welcome. Cody and Greg were knowledgeable and caring. All of the crew deserves 5 stars. This company has a lot of potential, but there needs to be some administrative improvements. This company needs a better system for getting in contact with them at first... like setting up a voicemail box or simply texting back after you call them at their office phone number. If someone had a question regarding accessibility, safety, or a concern, the likelihood of having actual helpful communication with the office seems slim. I urge management to come up with better systems so this crew can continue doing an amazing job. If you book directly online, you won't be disappointed. The crew members are passionate about what they do and we really loved it.

I had a blast on this daytime snorkeling tour. I got to climb aboard the RIB navy seal type boat,…read moreit felt like an adventure. The guides took the tour out to the Captain Cook Monument, where the snorkeling was cool. The water was clear, the marine life plenty, and it ended up being one of the best snorkeling spots I've experienced. One tip: be sure to rent the flippers when you sign up. They made a huge difference and helped a lot in the water. They are not provided from the all in tour price. For the tour price you get the ride and snorkel mask with a floaty. They also rent life jackets if you need that. This tour is definitely geared toward people who are comfortable swimming and being on an open-air boat. If you're nervous in the water or can't swim or prefer a more relaxed boat ride, this isn't it. If you're looking for excitement, it's hard to beat. What really made the experience special were the crew members. Our captain and lifeguard were laid-back, friendly, and made everyone feel safe while keeping the atmosphere fun. The highlight for me was racing along the coastline at nearly 50 knots, bouncing across the waves and taking in incredible views of the island. I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

TLDR: Paddling to Captain Cook was a blast and we got to see an abundance of wildlife on what felt…read morelike a super curated tour by our amazing guide, Nina! If you're considering taking the Historical Hawaiian Outrigger tour with Ehu & Kai, consider this a sign to DO IT! From start to finish, this felt like an experience tailored for our group, supported by the friendliest, chillest staff. A special shout out to the friendly helpers on land who were incredibly fun and out-of-this-world friendly! Our tremendous guide, Nina, went above and beyond to curate an exceptional experience. From the lively banter and building camaraderie between a group of strangers sharing an outrigger to maximizing the amount of wildlife we got to see, being out on the water with this crew felt like being out with a group that's known each other for ages. Along the way, we got historical facts about the area, got to snorkel with an abundance of wildlife, and even enjoyed a visit from a pod of dolphins! Nina--you're truly one of a kind and I cannot thank you enough for being so friendly and thoughtful in your approach to this tour. Sadly, our tour was Nina's last before she heads out for a bit. Here's hoping we'll see her back at Ehu & Kai before we know it!

Memorable, unique, exciting experience with a friendly, helpful attendant to get you on your way…read more We saw dolphins and tons of fish. It took us about 30 mins each way to get there and back. Five stars with the caveat that no one was there when we arrived at 9:00 am (the time we booked online). After about 10 minutes or so, the employee appeared (didn't get his name, unfortunately). As other reviewers note, this place is just a table at the end of a road with a bunch of kayaks and a guy who will rent them to you. Don't expect storage for your belongings or bathrooms. Parking is along the street. All that being said, they give you this info in advance, so you should be prepared. We had our own snorkel gear (or did before I lost mine in the ocean later that day ha ha) so we only needed the kayak and dry bag. A dry bag is necessary (see "lost my gear in the ocean"). The employee gives you all the info you need to find your way to the snorkeling area and back. He said they "lose" about one party a day who overshoots the entrance to the cove when returning and they have to go rescue them. Don't be that person! Once at the snorkeling spot near the monument, you'll see lots of other people and boats, but once you're underwater, you won't notice them - it's like swimming in an aquarium. You need to keep your kayak with you at all times, so if you're paddling with someone else, consider taking turns holding the kayaks and snorkeling. You aren't allowed to dock or approach the shore (this is a hard rule - surly tour guides will yell at you if you get too close). Keep in mind that getting in and out of a kayak in the open ocean is not the same as doing that on the shore or in shallow water. There's no shallow water here at all, so practice in advance or consider taking a tour boat if that's not something you're comfortable with.

We booked a 5 hour fishing excursion with Cpt. Craig, with three of us in attendance. The boat was…read moreroomy enough for us without tripping over each other. We enjoyed our trip tremendously and Cpt. Craig was very informative about local history if inclined to ask. All equipment and bait was provided, and included in the overall cost. Although there are no guarantees you would catch fish, when fishing, we were fortunate enough to do so. We each landed a yellow fin tuna. We had never used the gear necessary to hook up and land these delectable fish, but Cpt. Craig was patient and informative on how to do so. At the tail end of our trip he filleted our catch and bagged it up for us. We were provided beverages and snacks, if interested. There was great communication before and up to our charter. I/we highly recommend this charter! Should we ever return to the Big Island we will do this charter again, no doubt. I may, if the others were inclined, charter it for the whole day. Thank you, Cpt. Craig, for an outstanding adventure. For me, personally, it was the funnest part of our week stay on the island. Here are a couple of tips. (1) Keep in mind - there is not a restroom on this boat. So, you should plan to flush the pipes before launching unless you want to waste valuable time returning to the launch ramp. (2) You can get some of your catch through the TSA and Ag checkpoints at the airport if desired. We froze some of our fillets and had them in zip bags, placed within our carry-on luggage.

My husband and I visited Kona for the first time and.went.out.with the C Hawk to fish. Craig was…read morevery knowledgeable and friendly. He works hard for his guests. He made sure we were comfortable on the boat. My husband and I were a little rusty and he explained everything to us. We laughed when my husband and I caught tuna but by the time we reeled them in the dolphins surrounding us got to the fish before we did. We relocated and ended our day each catching Wahoo. I was able to catch some sun lounging in front of his boat. We made a friend and the next time we visit we will definitely be on Craig's boat again. Highly recommend. I wish I could give him a 10 star!!! Craig, thank you for making our visit that much prefer special. Alpha!

What an experience!! Swimming with the manta rays was one of the coolest things I've ever done!!…read morehighly recommend Captain Bill and Levi. Their small group approach compared to the "big groups" is a game changer, go do it! you won't regret it. once in a life time kinda thing

Did the manta tour. Levi was an incredible guide! Saw so many manta rays and it was very…read moreinformative.

Wonderful experience. The crew was super awesome. Tanner and Shawna were very kind and informative…read moreand helpful. They had homemade cookies, pineapple and water for us. Captain Bill knew his stuff but wasn't as easy going. They were kind enough to wait bc construction was horrible going south to get there. They provided wet suits and snorkels. The boat is nice. Bigger. The ride out was about 25 Mins. The sunset gorgeous. We departed around 430. Got there little around 5. Sat around til almost 645 before we entered water. I felt like he sitting a round was a bit long. The dive itself was PHENOMENAL!!! AmaZing views of 3-4 mantas swimming right below me; mouth open eating. Incredible. Must do!! Took 6,7,9 year old kids. I wouldn't recommend kids under 10. My 9 and 7 did pretty well. Lasted about 15 Mins jn the water; my 6 year old cried and refused (she swam in a cage with sharks 2 weeks ago) i think the darkness and open rough waters scared her. She could still see some swimming from boat. But parents save your money; leave them with grandparents and go without them. Holding on to the board with the waves was a bit challenging. I'm pretty strong and the waves beat ya a bit. I could only last 20-25 Mins and i had to get out bc i was freezing. Nice hot showers and a ride back. Bring dry clothes to change into. Bathroom is large enough and 2 towels. One to dry off. One to cover up with. Highly recommend

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see giant manta rays in their natural habitat!…read more Manta Adventures is a top notch tour company and I would recommend them to anyone that wants to experience this rare opportunity. It's a little creepy being out in the ocean at night, but you get used to it fairly quick. There are tons of other boats out there with people in the water. The Rays we saw I'm guessing had about a 6ft wingspan and they literally get within inches of you while feeding on plankton. One thing to note. If you are susceptible to motion sickness I would recommend Dramamine or the bracelet. My wife threw up along with a couple of other passengers.