This was our first trip to Hawaii. We booked our tour independently from the cruise ship, and were not disappointed. The guide was very easy to find when we got off the ship, and returned us at the scheduled time so as not to miss the ships departure. It was a small group on a smaller bus, much more friendly and enjoyable. Our guide, Edmond, knew the island and the history very well. We saw beautiful parks, scenery, waterfalls, the Macadamia nut farm, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, Black sand beach and green turtles . They even had bottled water and granola bars for us which was much appreciated. We have done many tours, and many cruise ship sponsored tours, and we would recommend this one HIGHLY. Save yourself some money to tip your guide and book independently, you will not regret it.