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Our family (my wife, our nine-year-old son, and myself) participated in Dolphin Quest on Thanksgiving, and it was an experience we will never forget. We expected something memorable, but it far exceeded anything we imagined. What surprised us most was how educational the entire program was. The trainers didn't just introduce us to the dolphins, they taught us about their behavior, communication, care, and conservation. It felt meaningful, not just entertaining. The 16 dolphins that live in the lagoon are clearly happy, healthy, and incredibly well cared for. You can feel the bond between the trainers and the animals, and watching our son interact with them in such a natural, calm environment was something truly special. We left with huge smiles, a deeper appreciation for these amazing animals, and memories we'll be talking about forever. Highly recommend Dolphin Quest to anyone visiting Kona. It's an extraordinary experience for families and anyone who wants to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Sarynelli A.

This was a lifelong dream of mine, and Dolphin Quest did not disappoint. Our trainer was so awesome and really had a great bedside manner for the people in the group who were a little hesitant or shy. I fell in love with these Dolphins. They are so smart and sweet and it was truly an experience I will never forget. All of the staff was super friendly and helpful every step of the way. If you're staying at the Hilton Waikoloa or spending time in the Big Island in general, this experience is an absolute must!

Crystal D.

My sister and I were staying at the Hilton resort, and I couldn't help but fall in love with these dolphins! The staff was so wonderful and I love that comfort of the dolphins is the priority! I was worried about the small space, but they have more room than we can initially see, and they're small dolphins that are used to more shallow waters. Absolutely an amazing time, educational, and a core memory!

Aleksandar Alex F.

We had an incredible experience with Dolphin Quest. From the moment we arrived, my 6 and 9-year-olds couldn't stop smiling. Everyone we encountered from the front desk on was friendly, welcoming, and clearly dedicated to making sure we had a memorable time. Kayla was especially wonderful--bubbly, funny, and extremely knowledgeable--making the experience truly exceptional for both the girls and me. We hope to do it again soon!

Allen D.

I worked in a marine mammal facility years back, I loved that I got share the experience of dolphin interaction with my 12 yr old daughter and fiancé. Comparatively, the facility here is well maintained with the dolphins health at the forefront of the trainers concerns. Most dolphin enclosures are a concrete pen, these enclosures are within a naturally appearing lagoon connected to the sea with fish and turtles swimming amongst the dolphins. Our trainer for the day was Stephanie, she was fantastic. I cannot recommend this experience enough for your family.

Jason V.

When we booked our trip to Hawaii, my wife and I both knew that dolphins, in one form or another, were in our future. We'd both insisted that swimming with dolphins was a "must do", so we began looking into how to guarantee that would happen. Sure, you read stories all the time about swimmers and snorkelers encountering single dolphins, or even pods, up close and personal, but we weren't about to leave it to chance. And unfortunately, due to a change in the law as of 2021, you are no longer allowed to approach dolphins in the wild, closer than 50 meters. If they approach *you*, that's different, but there's no way I could guarantee that we wouldn't break the law if we happened to spot some while out snorkeling or something. So what were our choices? Well, for $300 a person, you can have a 45 minute, hands-on encounter with a trio of trained, adorable dolphins at the Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort. It may not be as magical as stumbling across them in the wild, but as far as we were concerned, it was worth it. When it came time to check in, we waited for additional parties to arrive, received some brief instruction on do's-and-dont's from the marine wildlife specialists, suited up with life jackets, separated into our own little pods (usually groups of about 4), and spread out across the artificial lagoon so that each group would engage with only one dolphin at a time (they would rotate groups throughout the experience). Our personal dolphin "wrangler", Tanner, was fantastic at crowd and dolphin management, giving each of us individually, or as couples, one-on-one time with each of the three marine mammals, petting, playing with or swimming alongside them, based on their comfort level with us. When one became overstimulated or overwhelmed, they were sent back to the handlers for a "dolphin break", which didn't count against "the clock" of time which we were allotted for our visit. We didn't feel rushed at all, and although no amount of time will ever feel long enough to spend with these magical creatures, and even though the experience lasts for less than an hour, it's guaranteed to be an experience you will never forget. The only downside to the whole experience is that the photos taken (thankfully by a professional photographer) are not cheap, digital or otherwise. Don't bother with prints or the the a la carte digital choices, and just pony up for the entire digital set, and print them at home in any size you want, at your leisure. And if you require proof that it was worth the price, all you need do is look at the pictures of my wife positively beaming, attached to this review. That kind of happiness is worth more than it's weight in gold!

The family petting Nainoa at Kahala Hotel.

MeiMei F.

Okay so I grew up here and I always thought this swim with dolphins thing looked cheesy. But our kids have been begging us to take them to the one at the Kahala Hotel since they were 2. Finally, for their 7th birthday, we caved. We figured they'd be old enough to remember it and wouldn't be intimidated by the big sea creatures up in their faces. Well, we were right. And the entire experience was EPIC! Yes, it's expensive. But the four of us were one-on-one with the fabulous, knowledgeable and enthusiastic Michelle the dolphin trainer for a full 30 minutes. Nainoa is a wonderfully trained dolphin. We got to pet and hug him, give him a kiss, feed him fish, and actually swim with him. It was amazing. Not only the kids but also us adults simply loved every second!!!! Highly recommended for tourists and locals alike!

Dolphin paintings on 8/11/21 (yes, dolphins actually drew these)

Denis A.

You want memories that last a lifetime? This spot is it. I booked this dolphin experience for my 10 year old for about $300. It's been his absolute favorite activity that we've done so far. At check-in the instructor goes over some ground rules and then breaks the groups up in 5 groups of 6 (max allowed for this experience is 30). People participating are then fitted with life vests. After that the group is lead over to the water with their designated instructor. That's when the magic happens. My son and nephew were so excited to touch and get close to the dolphin and there's plenty of that. The kids even got to hold onto the dolphin's back as the dolphin tows them briefly in a circle. My favorite moment was when the dolphin puts its lips on my kid's cheek (see photo) and it looked like the dolphin was really kissing him. I was able to take photos from the grassy area about 30 feet away. I still unfortunately ended up buying a digital package and split the cost with my sister since my nephew and son were in all 88 pictures together. The cost for all the digital photos is $155 and $10 for additional prints. The entire experience with photos set me back $400 but you can't put a price on these sort of memories, they're forever. We'll just need to eat PBJ for the next month .

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Lara L.

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This was a lot of fun. However I paid extra to do the underwater scooters but don't recommend it. The dolphins don't care about you at all and only go back and forth between trainers. I would say just do the regular encounter which is more fun because you get to do photos and make them do tricks. They don't swim with you unless commanded by the trainer. read more

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Vinay M.

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10 years ago

It was the right amount of time and a great experience for my toddler. However, I completely agree with several reviews-this isn't for older children and the organizers do waste a lot of time in making us wait and hear lectures. The pictures are indeed expensive. One thing they can improve upon is posting directions to the lagoon. After we parked our car in the parking lot, we had to scramble to find the lobby and then cross the tram track, walk up the stairs-down the stairs, go past the waterfall cave, through the cafe/restaurant, around the lagoon and then-YAY we found the place after asking 10 different people for directions at each turn! read more

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Marc H.

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9 years ago

30 minute session was awesome. Total interaction to include feeding and swimming with the dolphins. It is a bit expensive but totally worth it. read more

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Matt J.

14 years ago

My husband and I did the "dolphin encounter" with our 8 1/2 & 7 year old kids. They had a blast! Unfortunately, management let a 6 year old girl-unaccompanied by a parent into our group........ No offense to this child but a 6 y.o. needs a parent-no! I mean their OWN parent-not me! Just because I am an involoved parent with my own children does not mean I want to reassure and parent a stranger child while I am paying GOOD money to give my own kids an awesome dolphin experience. Dolphin Quest's literature recommends kids under 8 or so to have an adult but I guess that is just a recommendation-which in my estimation is a terrible service to all participants. read more

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Chris H.

Elite 14

16 years ago

Being with the dolphins is amazing, but the are the only bright spot in the operation. The check in process took us 40 mins because the staff don't seem well trained. Probably had to hire a lot for the holiday crush. Service around the island has been slower than in previous years. They seem to have doulbled in size in the 5 years since I last did the dolphin experience, and the whole thing seems a bit more like a factory than before. Still, interacting with the dolphins, even tame ones, is awesome. I went back later to do the Tots experience with my young kids. This was probably the better option, as it was more magical for the kids and I still got to pet the dolphin. Unsurprisingly, they do what they can to get you to buy their overpriced photos. They cleverly keep your backs to the viewing areas, where you might have a family member taking shots. At $150 for a CD of all the pics they take, it is definitely a gouge, but you are probably going to want the photos so factor it in. It is cheaper for individual prints, but I think they are at least $20, and I prefer to have the digital copy anyway. read more

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Michael C.

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10 years ago

Great experience. It's not cheap, though. 2 people - 30 minutes with the dolphins and a set of 5 pictures cost about $500. Personally, I really enjoyed it and would do it again. The staff is incredibly nice and interested in answering questions about the dolphins and other sea life. Edit: I read a few of the other reviews and wanted to clarify the amount of time spent with the dolphins. Basically you get to pet them a few times, support one with your arms, kiss or hug them once, feed them a fish and have them pass under you a few times. Yes, it is a very controlled environment, but it's one that takes the dolphins into account. The dolphins appear to be happy and they have the right to refuse to do tricks if they are not in the mood. read more

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Amy C.

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My hubby and I decided to do the dolphin encounter on 9/14/12, during our stay at the Hilton Waikoloa Village. It was pretty neat experience, as how often in life can you get up this close to dolphins? My hubby opted to purchase the video and photos too. What was annoying was the fact that the trainer (whose name I believe was Cole) kept calling me by the wrong name. He kept calling me "Anne," when my name is Amy. So throughout the whole video, you keep hearing him call me "Anne." Soooo annoying!! Don't get me wrong, he was a nice guy, but when you shell out a good sum of money to capture a once in a lifetime moment, you want to be called the right name. Verdict: Cool experience, but with a hefty price tag! And please for the love of God, get people's names right! read more

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RJ P.

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11 years ago

Amazing experience for our 13 and 11 year old boys. They interacted and swam with the Dolphins for 45 minutes followed by 45 minutes of snorkeling with a guide in the lagoon with Seadoo Scooters. Our kids said being in the "deep end" with the Dolphins and having them swim under and around them was "so cool". Our 13 year old son said he wants a job like this and loves the fact they they saved a number of Dolphins that were injured in the wild. I understand some people have opinions about captive animals but this program really does help these Dolphins. We're so glad our kids got to experience this and would highly recommend it to anyone with or without kids. read more

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Renato A.

5 years ago

Thank you Tanner for sharing your knowledge and genuine care of these amazing creatures. The experience initially seemed pricey to me, but to my surprise it was way more than just standing in water petting a dolphin. Our Trainer got us to swim out into the lagoon and really interact with a few different dolphins. Our 8 and 10 year old kids were in awe and totally comfortable the entire time. We never felt rushed and the place seems very well run and staffed. Pictures are a pricey must-add option but I think no one is surprised considering what we are getting into here. All in all, a wonderful time! read more

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Victoria M.

5 years ago

Amazing experience, exceeded my expectations. Learned quite a bit about dolphin and had lots of fun. Highly recommend.

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stephanie p.

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14 years ago

YEAH my 8 year old got to do this! I did the dolphin experience a few years back and now my son got to do it, he did the kid quest which I would highly reccommend. it is about $250.00 but it is like a two hour tour all together and they get plenty of time with the dolphins and they get to learn so many things! Not to mention meet other kids from all over the world! read more

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Brianna T.

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7 years ago

Everyone is very informative and nice there. They treat the animals with immaculate respect and are very well trained to do their job.

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Christy P.

11 years ago

Our 8 year old daughter loved this experience. She told us it was everything she had hoped it would be. At first, we were a little skeptical because there was a lot of classroom time. There were 5 kids total in her group which allowed for a full half hour of dolphin contact. We stood on the balcony by the shore of the small lake and were able to get great photo ops. My husband and I had time for a drink and appetizer at the nearby pavilion while she was in the classroom. The staff were all friendly. We would have paid similar fees for any of the other dolphin encounters in Florida where we live and also would have had to pay for one adult to accompany her, so it was worth it to us! read more

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Johnny E.

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My wife and son had an excellent time when they were complimentary guests at the dolphin encounter. The smile on his face was great. The staff was excellent and would urge anyone who has the opportunity to experience the dolphins to do so. We ended up buying the DVD and the pictures. Yes it was expensive but we knew that since their dolphin encounter was complimentary we had to purchase these great gifts as memories. The pictures were well taken, about 60 or so. We will pick up the DVD soon as it takes a day to do but am sure the quality is great also. Thank you Dolphin Quest and Hilton! read more

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Quintin D.

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20 years ago

For my wife's son's birthday, we decided to treat him to some time with the dolphins. The tour guides / trainers seem to be knowledgeable in educating the kids about the dolphins, showed them a few tricks, and resulted in some entertainment for parent on-lookers. Prices were pretty up there, but the resulting smile on the kid's face made it worth it. You can relive the memories through their photography or video that you can purchase. read more

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Fran C.

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10 years ago

The dolphins are well cared for and they seem happy. Bottlenose dolphins prefer shallow water and stay in pods. Quite honestly they remind me of dogs. They swim around and do their own thing but when the trainers are around, they'll do any trick they're trained to do for a fish treat. Ha. 13 dolphins in their pen is a bit small in my opinion. But when they're born in captivity...I guess you can't control it all. Each dolphin has its own trainer. When born, the trainer is in the pen with the dolphin so it imprints on the mom and trainer. Our Dolphin Quest experience was just ok. I don't think there was enough dolphin time at all. In addition, I don't think it's THAT cool to see them swim under you when you're wearing a diving mask. I'm here to touch a dolphin. Not see it swim by in half a second under me. Also felt like our group did not get its full potential of dolphin experience because we had one older woman who didn't want to get in the water. Seriously. That was ridiculous. It really took away from my dolphin experience and was quite disappointing. They only let you "hug" or "kiss" a dolphin. They don't let you do both. How are you supposed to decide? Overall, pretty disappointed with the experience. And all you Yelpers lay off on Hilton. These dolphins have a good life. read more

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Vicki D.

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15 years ago

My son participated in the tiny tots program and said this was his most favorite activity on our trip. He was hooked up with Cole as his instructor and he, my hubby, and mom-in-law participated as he helped his dolphin Kai perform tricks, fed him, gave him a kiss, held his fin and just had a really great time. They have two times per day for the tiny tots. Make sure you book ahead of time, as it's pretty popular. They will also film you and take pics along the way. read more

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Jessica M.

Elite 25

8 years ago

This was an amazing experience. I went to dolphin Quest with my husband. It was expensive but worth every dollar. The money goes to a great cause. The dolphins are happy and the trainers truly care about the animals. It's a beautiful experience and a magical place. read more

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Amelie J.

6 years ago

My son and I had a great time. If you choose the encounter version you can pad, feed, swim with the dolphins. It's mostly about teaching you about the dolphins and practicing some tricks at the same time read more

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Jennifer M.

6 years ago

We had an amazing time at Dolphin Quest Waikaloa. The training that worked with our family was Erica who was very knowledgeable, friendly, and great with the kids. Erica was able to gently guide our kids through the "training" process as she showed them the signs to get the dolphins to splash them, dance and more. Our kids were in absolute love with the dolphins we got to meet. Probably the best moments in our vacation. read more

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Bill D.

5 years ago

We went to Dolphin Quest while on Vacation in Hawaii. It was a great experience to get to be with the Dolphins. Being disabled I was not sure I could participate, but the staff made sure I could get to the water and enjoy the experience. They even assigned a staff person to assist me getting into and out of the water. The trainer made sure everyone in our party had equal time with the dolphins read more

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Tiger F.

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11 years ago

Overall a very positive experience. Our daughter under age of 10 received excellent attention by her trainer in and around the water and animals, that was 5 stars and well worth the money. The facility was very nice. The reason for not giving 5 stars is all the way over priced photos etc. I think you guys can do better to reduce the price flogging on photos. read more

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Lyn S.

8 years ago

I had such an amazing first time swimming with dolphins at this location. It far exceeded my expectations. I'm glad to have experienced something that's been on my bucket list. Thank you Dolphin Quest for everything! Staff was great. Got a deal online for booking ahead. It was pricey but worth every penny in my opinion. We got to hang out for a little longer than 30 mins with the dolphins so I was happy about that. The pictures were expensive but I bought the package because I wanted to remember this experience. I mean, come on, how often can you swim with dolphins!? read more

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Jessica P.

5 years ago

Overall, Dolphin Quest was a wonderful experience. I was a little hesitant to book because of the price, but it was one of the things my husband wanted to do the most. We were in a group with 4 other people and Katie was our group leader. She was excellent and remembered all of our names. The best part is that it is clear how well taken care of the dolphins are. I was a little apprehensive because I've walked past dolphin encounters on cruise ports and they have no room or quality of life. Dolphin Quest, however, is truly a habitat. They have room and friends and make their own choices (even if those choices are food motivated :)). For the price tag, I wish it had either been a full hour or that we got a complimentary picture, but knowing the money is going to the dolphins made it okay. We did purchase a photo. Petting and feeding the dolphins was an experience we won't forget and they took Covid protocols pretty seriously. A word of warning, however- we were not staying at the Hilton and drove in from Kona. We decided to make a day out of it and get a day pass at their pool. At dolphin quest we asked for parking validation, which they happily gave us, but did not mention that it would expire in a certain amount of time. We left maybe 4 hours after our class ended and the machine would not take the validation and we had to pay $38 for parking. Which we were not expecting and was quite irritating. read more

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Jenni D.

11 years ago

The experience was like that of a Sea World type of show, except you are in the water watching the show and you get to touch the dolphin twice. The 30 minute experience was $260 with pictures being $155 for the bunch. There was an attempt at education, however limited. Swimming with a dolphin was on my bucket list, and it was cool to touch one, but I'm not sure it was worth the expense. I would recommend watching the dolphin lagoon; I really feel that the experience would be comparable. read more

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Gabrielle C.

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12 years ago

This was a truly amazing and unique experience. One I am sure to never forget. Our guide gave us so much great information regarding the dolphins and their habitat on the big island. We did NOT take 'a ride' on these beautiful creatures. Only had a few short opportunities to pet them and give and receive the best kisses! (See photo) Recommend this to anyone, from anywhere, and any age! This is a once in a lifetime chance that most people will not get to experience. Make sure you are one of the humans that gets to do this!!! Great for groups or with a date or friend. You will have one of the best experiences of your life if you are fortunate enough to do it! :) Aloha! read more

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Shaifali S.

10 years ago

I had a wonderful and memorable experience at the Dolphin encounter with really nice trainer Ashley. The dolphins were extremely adorable and it was a lifetime experience getting to swim with them, feed them, hold them, hug them and even get to kiss them. Ashley shared a lot of interesting facts about the mammals with us and made it a thoroughly enjoyable encounter. read more

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Cynthia M.

7 years ago

Our experience at Dolphin Quest was just wonderful. The group was comprised of me, my boyfriend, and an absolutely wonderful couple from Oregon with whom we instantly connected. They were so sweet. Our guide (dolphin trainer) was extremely knowledgeable and outlined very well the expectations for the experience. We knew exactly what to do (and not to do so that the dolphin would be the most at ease and comfortable with us). You can tell that the dolphins are very happy here and just love to interact with humans. Our dolphin, Hali'a, was very sweet and playful. We got to pet her in various areas, signal her to do tricks, and even give her kisses. She didn't seem to mind. My only complaint is that the place is a little difficult to find in the resort and is a little pricey for any souvenirs you may want of the experience. You are not permitted to photograph the experience yourself if you are in the water, but someone else may photograph you from the deck. Overall, definitely a must-do, it is unlike any other experience I've had, and I'm so glad I got to meet a dolphin up close and personal. read more

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Angel M.

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8 years ago

Very educational and owned by 2 marine veterinarian so they definitely care about the dolphins. They are not tagged and the staff know each one by personality and fin prints. Each dolphin has their own cooler assigned to them to make sure they get their daily nutritional requirements. As for the experience itself- once in a lifetime!!!! Spent almost all the time touching the dolphins and having them do tricks and even kissed them on their mouths! Pictures non stop and so worth the money to get the download rights to them all! read more

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Shreekant P.

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15 years ago

To be up close and personal is quite. Unlike the ones in the Carribean or Peurto Rico the dolphins don't pick you out of the water. Just getting to feel them, feed them and pose for photos. Total time is 45 mins with the dolphins about 30 mins. The guide was very good. We ended up buying the photos too ($19 and up). It is safe and lots of fun even for small kids. read more

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Timothy G.

8 years ago

Pros: Great experience for the kids Learned about dolphins Trainer was helpful and informative Cons: Can't use your own camera. Mediocre photographer Outrageous price ladder for photos by forcing you to buy the entire digital photo package. Other: 10 minutes goes fast. read more

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Manny C.

8 years ago

Terrific experience in a nice setting with wonderful dolphins. The staff was awesome! NO picture cameras or any other electronics allowed! You have to buy their pictures. Loved he experience and highly recommend it to others. Family and friends that don't participate can watch from about 20-30 feet away. Wife can't swim at all and afraid of deep water, but was quite comfortable and really enjoyed the experience. read more

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Clarice H.

8 years ago

I really was impressed with the staff here. I mistakenly booked the wrong week and their refund policies seemed pretty struck but the manager said not to worry and he'd get me into something else before we left. I was so thankful! The trainer Samantha was super great and friendly. The experience was amazing. We swam with the dolphins, kissed the dolphins and gave commands. My kids totally enjoyed the experience. read more

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Jared B.

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8 years ago

Amazing experience! Time truly does fly when u are doing this!! Kara was so nice and all of the dolphins were so friendly!! Buying the GoPo video is WORTH IT!! But take heed when buying photos because they are not included in your payment read more

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Savanna D.

9 years ago

This is my most favorite and memorable events that will forever be in my heart. Swimming with dolphins has always been a HUGE dream of mine. Although I would have loved to swim freely with wild dolphins this was pretty amazing and I learned so much. The staff there are so friendly and so knowledgeable. You can tell how much they love and care for these sweet animals. We booked a 50 minute event with them and every minute seemed to be used wisely. It felt like so much longer because when you are with the dolphins, loving, kissing, touching and learning it felt like time stopped. Definitely recommend!! read more

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Erin M.

9 years ago

My daughter and I had the pleasure of participating in this and it was AMAZING! We did the 45 minute experience and every moment of it was a thrill. The trainer was delightful, I believe her name was Ally (? sorry!) and very knowledgeable. You can tell they really put the dolphins comfort as a top priority along with the guests. I will be sharing about my experience for years to come! read more

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Luis F.

8 years ago

Gabe was great from check in to completion of the program. Very polite and professional, the staff was very educational and had step by step instructions on how to interact with the Dolphin. Felt like I was part of the team instead of a tourist. read more

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Rachel C.

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9 years ago

We had a great time at Dolphins Quest. We did the encounter deluxe and it was worth every dime. Before you even get going to wait in a Lou he which is part education center, part lounge. The kids loved looking at all of the cool things - turtle tank, touch tank with sea stars and urchins, critter skulls and various books about everything marine animal. The were fit for our vests and masks quickly and were off the the beach to meet our instructor which was Sara(h). She gave a briefing in what we would be doing, what not to do and lots of information about the dolphins. Our swim was fantastic ; we were in the shallower water for a meet and greet then in the deep water to watch them above and under the water. We purchased all of the pictures and video which detailed our wonderful experience. read more

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Andrew Z.

9 years ago

Took our daughter to swim with a dolphin. Was educational and fun for our 8 year old. Allie was a great teacher and host. She kept my daughter engaged for a full hour of instruction in both animal training and conservation, before we met Noah the dolphin. read more

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Keeley A.

6 years ago

Aloha! I am writing to tell you about our wonderful experience at Dolphin Quest on 7/29. My daughter and her best friend participated in a program with Lauren the trainer. From the time we were met at the parking lot until the time we left the property, the DQ staff did an excellent job implementing all Covid-19 safety protocols. We felt safe and secure the entire time we were on property. I cannot remember the name of the woman from DQ who walked us through the tunnels to the program, but she insured that we all wore masks, sanitized our hands, and remained socially distanced throughout. She gave the girls a ton of information about the program before it even began and made them feel comfortable throughout (she was also their photographer and got some great shots!). Lauren was simply amazing and this was the best dolphin experience we have had in over 12 years of repeat experiences with DQ. Every time we have gone, the program has been better and better, but this was above and beyond! Lauren's depth of knowledge was wonderful and the girls learned so much about each dolphin and their behaviors, and the way the trainers work with the dolphins to teach them and why. The girls also learned about the part the dolphins play in the ocean ecosystem, and about ocean conservation and the care of our reefs and water. In fact, once we left we headed to the beach- and the girls collected trash "to keep the dolphins safe"! My daughter has been talking non-stop ever since about going to college "to be like Lauren and help the dolphins". The value that this program adds to the island and the hotel is immeasurable. I can't recommend this experience enough to visitors and locals alike- we will be back again for sure! read more

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Dolphin Quest opens at 8:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Dolphin Quest closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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4.8(100 reviews)

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Although we weren't able to do the full tour due to it being a little cloudy, James and Dylan made…read morethe experience worth it. James was very communicative about updates about weather and the different locations. When we got to the spot, Dylan was very friendly and pretty honest about the sky being unfortunate and that we may not get clear skies. He told us we could wait or just leave now and reschedule or get a refund. At our tour start time he decided to cancel the tour but offered a mini tour for free instead. Since we weren't able to rebook, we opted for this option instead. Dylan was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. He was able to show us some cool stuff they saw last night. It was for sure a bummer that we had our tour canceled, but everyone made up for it and we still got a full refund. We knew it was a gamble, but we chose this company since they gave full refunds if it was cloudy and they fulfilled that promise and then some. We still walked away with a very cool experience. Highly recommend! If we come back, we will for sure try again.

Would not recommend this tour. Save yourself the money and drive up to Mauna Kea on your own…read more To be fair, the staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and did a good job getting everyone safely to the viewing location. We also lucked out with excellent weather. Unfortunately, those were the highlights. The experience itself was surprisingly chaotic. While the lead astronomer, Dylan, was trying to give his presentation, the photographer was constantly lining groups up for Milky Way photos just a few feet away. Between the photography, people talking, and others getting up for pictures, it was difficult to hear or stay engaged. If you're expecting a peaceful evening learning about the night sky, this isn't it. Dylan was clearly knowledgeable, but his presentation felt more like a stand-up comedy routine with astronomy mixed in than an actual guided stargazing experience. Instead of focusing on the stars and constellations we were actually looking at, much of the discussion revolved around black holes, nebulas, and other astronomy topics that had little connection to what was visible in the sky that night. It was entertaining at times, but not what we signed up for. The telescope felt especially misleading. The website advertises that one is provided, but guests never actually get to use it. Instead, we were shown images on an iPhone that were presented as if they had just been captured, only to later discover they had been taken weeks earlier. That left a bad taste and felt unnecessarily deceptive. By the end of the night, we genuinely couldn't figure out what our nearly $300 had paid for. The viewing location was on public land just minutes off the highway with no special access, we never looked through the telescope, and the astronomy portion rarely focused on the sky above us. In the end, it felt like we paid hundreds of dollars for hot chocolate, a folding chair, and two professionally taken Milky Way photos. Mauna Kea is breathtaking and absolutely worth experiencing. This tour, however, added very little value and actually detracted from what should have been a memorable, peaceful night under the stars.

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Wasabi Tours Hawaii

4.9(622 reviews)

19.0 mi

Our family of 6 decided to tour the big island in Hawai'i also called Hawai'i. After checking out…read moresome touring companies we decided on Wasabi Tours. We did a 2 day package encompassing the islands most beautiful waterfalls, nature reserves, botanical gardens, volcanoes, beaches coffee farms on old town Hilo. On our first day with Jason our driver and guide picked us up on time and with a smile. He shared his knowledge along the way wearing a microphone in the van so everyone could hear comfortably. At the attractions he was with us giving us history of all the waterfalls. Whiles driving he told us about the sites inbetween. At lunch time he provided us a delicious meal from a local restaurant. Day 2 with our driver Derek was in another new van that was also comfortable and roomy. Derek took us to a working coffee plantation to see, smell and walk through the farm. At Kīlauea volcano national park where we got to see upclose and personal the caldera in all its majesty. All the time telling the history and recent activity of the volcano. We saw and walked on a beautiful black sand beach with segregated sea turtle nesting area where we saw a turtle swimming ashore and resting at waters edge before digging a hole in the black sand to lay her eggs in preparation for the next generation of turtle, we walked down and into a 30 meter lava tube and got to visualize the path of a whole lotta molten rock traveling through centuries before. Culminating the day's trip by stopping on a mountain top in almost complete darkness, the moon was in a waxing crescent and producing very little nighttime light. We bundled up to stay warm in the 50 degree Fahrenheit temperature to stargaze. It was refreshing in the cold air, outside the van huddled in a group while Derek pointed out, planets, stars, constellations and galaxies as we stood in awe of the majesty above us. Wasabi Tours, Jason and Derek were on-time, safe, informative and most of all fun to spend our time with. I highly recommend taking a Wasabi tour to REALLY see the big island. Thank you all!

It's a wonderful tour to experience the beautiful nature of Big Island! The pick up time at Kona…read moreAirport was 7:30am at the tour bus parking lot. Huge shout out to Mia, born and raised on the Big Island! Her Mana was shining! Her voice and English were clear and beautiful, so it was easy to understand. Lunch was catered from L&L with a canned drink. I recommend to bring some snacks for a long tour like this. Although the 2/3 of tour was in bad weather, but I still enjoyed it a lot. Good I brought a poncho and umbrella. Luckily, Kilauea was erupted in the morning of that day, so we saw the eruption! AM: Kona Coffee Farm, Black Sand Beach, Volcanoes National Park (1.5h) PM: Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, Waipio Valley Look Out

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Hawaii Forest & Trail

4.8(372 reviews)

18.2 mi

We went on an almost 100% full (flower) moon. It was special to see the terminator line on the…read moreCelestron telescope - it had such great definition! The color of Mauna Kea with the moon shining on it was so magical all around us. There were some clouds that cleared pretty well by the end of our star gazing. We were the last ones up there so it got dark enough to see more than you'd expect with the moon. Jeff, our awesome tour guide, used a laser pointer to help us see the constellations we usually can't back at home. The images on the digital telescope like nebulas, the moon & star clusters were an amazing addition to have as keepsakes. My husband and I felt he made the tour a great balance of learning and fun. He had the group feeling like family before we even left from the pickup lot. Things to consider: I do recommend following the moons cycles booking this tour/your trip if this is especially important for you to see as many stars as possible. The sunset and views of the observatory's make it awesome anyways :) I struggled with altitude sickness around 12,000 ft. Jeff had made sure to let us know beforehand if we experienced any issues to speak up. I was hesitant as I know it would mean turning the whole tour around, but some tingling turned to dizziness and then a brief fainting. He immediately stopped the bus and helped ground me and make sure I was completely okay & coherent before letting me know our options for the tour. We made it up to the top with 2 more (included in tour) stops and I felt better with each one having more time to acclimate :) Thank you Jeff!! You handled this so professionally and I appreciate your check-ins for the rest of the trip. It's cold even with parka and gloves. It's so worth packing warm shoes and layers. The bus had ac and heat so that was great! Do it if you can! Awe-inspiring! Such an unreal environment that makes you wonder about so many things. Just take the precautions seriously, move slow and breathe deep.

Tour Guide Dave was amazing from start to finish. He engaged in conversation, got to know us, made…read morejokes; not to mention his vast knowledge of the island, culture, and history. He taught us about Pele, how the craters were formed, and how to correctly pronounce commonly mispronounced Hawaiian words. The hike itself was amazing with the great views and wildlife. I would definitely do it again and recommend it to anyone I might know.

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Ocean Sports

4.7(257 reviews)

0.7 mi

Loved the experience! The staff was very friendly (at the beach and on a boat). The vessel was…read moreclean so we could see everything clearly. Boat crew made sure we encountered every creature possible so they had to "chase" manta for a bit. Pretty good value! Highly recommend!

The staff were very very nice and helpful. The trip was peaceful and so beautiful! The ocean was…read morevery, very rough! But the staff still kept our drinks coming and with a smile. I was apprehensive about getting on the boats, but it was super easy. You will walk in the water a little bit so I don't recommend long pants or shoes. We wore shorts and flip flops and it was perfect. Loved that they give a Kama'aina discount! We'll go again during whale season! Very enjoyable, relaxing, beautiful experience.

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Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary

4.8(66 reviews)

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What an amazing experience. The surroundings, the sounds from the birds, the sound bath, the mini…read moremeditation, all of it. Nadara Rose really elevated Sound Bath experiences for me. While I've experienced a few sound baths in my life, the location of this one was amazing. I did a private group of 13 and Kona Cloud was extremely accommodating. Every single one of us left feeling refreshed as well as excited to talk about it with eachother throughout the whole day. Nadara Rose made it very special for me as I was celebrating my bachelorette squad! Will 100% be coming back here for another sound bath experience when I visit big island!

I loved everything about this tour and our tour guide Daniel was amazing. He was so knowledgeable…read moreabout the cloud forest and able to point out different species of trees and the overall history of the called forest along our tour. This place is definitely up in the clouds and gets really cold. There are a variety of tours that are offered and I ended up taking a hike and a sound bath. The hike was about a mile long and it looped around the cloud forest, so there's no way you can get lost. They are still actively working to plant trees and they have volunteer opportunities on the weekends for locals which I think it's a great option. This is such a peaceful and amazing way to learn about the history of the island along with ways to protect the trees and other plants that are being planted there. In addition to the hiking, there is also birdwatching and there's also a sound bath that is offered. I ended up doing the sound bath and it was just absolutely amazing, and it was really amazing right after the hike. I highly recommend both of these activities and to try to do them back to back. Both are such a relax and experience and it's also helping to reclaim the natural Kona world from deforestation.

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Atlantis Submarines Kona

4.5(166 reviews)

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My friend recommended this trip as it was the highlight of her Hawaii cruise. I was so happy to…read morehave been able to book this excursion as not many sights were available on Christmas day. This is right on the cruise terminal port and quite easy to walk to. The check in area is in a hotel called Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel. I would recommend to check in early as 15 minutes before your tour departs, they guide you to the water shuttle. Once you get on the water shuttle, it takes you to the submarine. You need to be able to climb a ladder to get into the submarine. The space is a little on the tight side and there are no backs to the seats so work on your abs before the trip! The air inside was cool and constantly recirculating so it did not feel stuffy. Everyone gets their own porthole to look into the ocean and there are fish identification cards in front of you. The submarine can get to 100 ft pretty quickly and I was surprised that my ears did not get plugged up. We saw lots of fish that day. Some get really close to the submarine. We even saw a school of fish! My only disappointment is color. At those depths, everything has a blue tinge so sometimes it was hard to identify the fish. The operators and tour guides were so nice and informative. This was one of the best tours I've had on this trip. Thanks again for a great excursion!

We went on the Atlantis submarine 20 years ago on our honeymoon, and again yesterday with our kids…read more The whole operation is smooth, impressive, and full of lovely people. We went down over 100 feet, and we saw so many different types of fish as well as two shipwrecks! Our guide, Eden, was full of helpful information about the sea life and local culture and history, and she was unendingly patient with one of my kids who had a million questions for her. She didn't mention tips, but at the end, she got a lot of cash from all of us because she absolutely crushed the tour. My only nits were 1) finding the meeting place was not obvious because it's inside the neighboring hotel-- not sure if we missed those instructions somewhere. And 2) we donked our heads twice when looking out the viewports when we were looking at some fish-- not because the submarine was moving too fast, we just got excited looking at fish hah. Anyway, some padding would have gone far. Anyway, I know it seems touristy, but this one is actually worth it-- so much that we've done it twice over a couple decades!

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3.9(32 reviews)

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You can park in the lot where Roy's restaurant is located and take a short walk to the entrance…read more This is a short easy uneven trail so bring good walking shoes. There are a lot of petroglyphs but the only negative thing is which ones are real. There seems to be no respect for this trail as you can tell that some of the carvings are new with people's names.

Park in the KingsShop area and crossover from the gas station to the other side of the road and the…read moresigns would lead you to King's trail. Pretty easy to do trail that one should enjoy with all the trail has to offer. Can be done in about 10-15 minutes if you are in a rush while if you stay back read and enjoy the drawing and carvings in the stone it could take up a bit. Definitely recommend it atleast for those history buffs and people that can associate with what the trail has to offer. PS: Got to be careful of those golf balls that can fly in your direction given there are couple of holes alongside the trail.

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Greenwell Farms

4.7(882 reviews)

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The Greenwell Farms coffee tour was so informative and FREE. The tour showed us how coffee was made…read morefrom tree to the Hoshegana drying beds to milling. Nate was an excellent tour guild and so knowledgeable. Did you know the vanilla plant is an orchid?? From avocado trees, white pineapples, pepper trees and more, this farm has it all. The coffee tastings, superb. Each flavor an experience with no limit. The stand is filled with competitively priced items. Coffee, of course, best prices on the island but the macadamia nuts the best. Don't forget to check out the treasures on the second floor of the stand. I got the cutest bag and hat there. Everyone was so friendly. This is not to be missed.

I'm so glad we came here for a tour. I love learning about different things and this was a cute…read moreplace to visit during our stay. Upon arrival, everyone was so friendly and directed us on how to book a tour which ran every 30 minutes or so. While we waited, we were able to sample coffee and check out the little store. Our tour guide was very amusing and kept the tour fun and amusing even though we couldn't do much on the farm due to the recent floods causing a gaping hole of grand canyon through the middle of the farm. Despite the disadvantage, the tour guide still found a way to keep the tour engaging with lots of fun facts, history and merriment. I enjoyed my time here and we also took home some coffee.

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Wahine Charters

4.8(306 reviews)

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Kohala Zipline

4.9(720 reviews)

21.9 mi

What an amazing time my family and I had zip lining with Kohala Zipline. Everything from the moment…read morewe got there was well organized and extremely safe. Our Tour guides Jake and Kodie, were so knowledgeable and so very friendly and reassuring for this a just a little scared 61 year old. It was a great time and we all would highly recommend. Can't wait to come back and try a different tour with Hawaii Forest and Trail.

This was one of the coolest experiences I have ever done before. From the pick up to the drop off…read moreat the end, this was hands down one of the best tours I have ever been on. Our guide was knowledgeable, and the scenery and grounds we walked were absolutely stunning. This tour really celebrates the beauty and culture of the Big Island and our guide was the best to make sure we all understood what he was saying. Even though the zipline was fun, learning about the nature on the island and walking around was one of my favorite parts. The zipline was so cool though! It is a mix of starter and long runs. Having had been on zipline before, it was a good course with plenty of great runs where you got to see everything around you for a good period of time before slowing down and stopping. Between the zipline, waterfalls, hiking views, and all of the knowledge we were taught about the nature and beauty of the island, this tour was absolutely worth it. Next time we are on the big island, we will have to go again. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the island.

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JackHendricks C.

429

3 years ago

Greatest dolphin interaction! I've had the pleasure to have a dolphin interactions at Sea World, in San Diego, CA and at Discovery Cove, Orlando, FL. Dolphin Quest, Hilton Waikoloa was an amazing experience overall and my fiancée's first time to swim with dolphins! Cutting to end, she loved it! Definitely recommend booking your experience with Dolphin Quest! Here's why... The friendly phone call, the morning of, confirming our reservation began the excitement of the day. Arriving to the Dolphin Quest area, at the resort was beautiful and welcoming. The entire staff was friendly, engaging, and informative. For all the animal lovers out there, there was a very big emphasis that the dolphins were happy and not forced to do anything they didn't want to. You can really feel that sense while you're there. Great job, Dolphin Quest Waikoloa! Highly recommend! read more

Beck S.

9 years ago

I participated in the dolphin experience during a school trip from New Hampshire. I truly enjoyed the entire experience from the staff's knowledge and helpfulness to the dolphins eagerness to please their trainers and get attention from those in the group. I think that it's absolutely incredible that they train each and every one of their many animals. They treat their animals with such respect, even training them to let them know whether they want to be handled/worked with at that time or not. Proper training and respect towards animals is something I can truly appreciate. I loved the hands on experience with the dolphins. The pictures came out great and they are truly something to treasure. A huge thank you to the staff at dolphin quest for creating a memory that I will never forget! read more

Liza B.

9 years ago

I have swam with dolphins before but Dolphin Quest was by far one of the best experiences I have ever had. The facility explained everything thoroughly and made the whole experience unforgettable. They showed us all the different sea life around the vicinity. The best part was saved for last when we got to go into the water and engage with the dolphins. All of the sea life is treated with care and love and it was very apparent which made the experience even better. The trainers was so caring towards the animals treating them as their own and provided us with a great time. I would recommend this for everyone interested in swimming with dolphins. read more

Andrew T.

7 years ago

We stayed at the hotel and it was a great place. The fact that there were dolphins there made it even better. Our group got to do the dolphin quest and it was an amazing experience. The trainers first taught us about the different types of dolphins and other animals indigenous to Hawaii, so a great learning experience as well. Once we got into the water the trainer was super nice and the dolphins were extremely friendly. They were super well trained and it was great to actually touch a dolphin for the first time. I actually learned that dolphins have belly buttons too. I Completely recommend this to anyone! read more

Abby B.

9 years ago

This dolphin experience was incredible. Not only did we get to touch the dolphins and interact with them, we also got to meet their other wildlife. They take care of many kinds of animals. We met their turtle, fish, goat fish, sharks and dolphins. This experience has really made me consider going into Marine Biology. All of the workers completely loved their job and you could see their love for the animals. It was great to see the relationships they had with their dolphins. I would definitely recommend going here for a great dolphin experience. 10/10 read more

Jenni T.

9 years ago

As an avid animal lover, this was one of the most incredible experiences I've had. I did the trainer for a day program (with baby dolphins!) in Waikoloa and it surpassed my expectations. The amount of hands on training, enrichment, and education I had with the dolphins was amazing. The entire staff (especially Sarah & Megan, who walked me through most of the day) was extremely friendly and could not have made the experience any better for me. I highly recommend any dolphin experience here... you won't be disappointed! read more

Bruno F.

10 years ago

If you care about dolphins, DO NOT support dolphins in captivity and marine mammals in general. Educate yourself and your family about it and ban this awful activity. They are not pets or circus animals. They are intelligent species and live in small or large complex social groups and swim vast distance everyday in vast open ocean. Go see them in the wild, their natural environment instead of dolphinariums, aquariums, zoos, etc... read more

Leah A.

2 years ago

Do your research. These poor creatures may have been born in captivity, but they are the offspring of dolphins who were kidnapped from their pods and forcibly removed from their families. No marine mammal deserves this. I hated seeing these poor dolphins on my vacation. Go for a snorkel and check out the dolphins in the wild. read more

Rachel D.

3 years ago

These dolphins live in the equivalent of a backyard swimming pool, it's truly horrifying to walk past their tiny pens directly next to the expansive ocean. Take one look and you can see how inhumane a business like this is, it should not be legal. Please do not support the captivity of such intelligent creatures. read more

jim f.

15 years ago

Pretty good. We did it at sea life park in Oahu and there was more interaction with the dolphins, but this place has a pretty nice setting. The pictures are way to expensive $150 for a cd..... No way read more