All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

The bus pickup was over 10 minutes late, which made me worried, but we arrived safely and were able to board the boat. I was really concerned about seasickness, but there were only three groups, and they organized everything quickly, so it was totally fine. My son was scared until the last minute because he has a fear of heights, but they securely fitted him with the gear, and it seems he was able to enjoy himself without worry. It was a bit disappointing that the sky was cloudy, but we enjoyed the views of Hawaii from above. The flight time was longer than I expected, which was satisfying. I asked to take photos with my phone, and they captured everything well from the moment we took off, even filming a video. I later discovered some really funny photos with American jokes, like cutting the rope with a knife, when we got back to the hotel. We made great memories together. I go to Hawaii every year for the Honolulu Marathon and always book some kind of activity through VELTRA. I also request Wolfgang Puck every year. Thank you again this year. If I had one hope, it would be to have the ability to communicate via email using a smartphone email address.

バスのお迎えは10分以上遅れて心配になりましたが、無事現地に着いてボートに乗れました。船酔いがすごく心配でしたが3組しかいなくて段取りも素早くしてもらったので全然大丈夫でした。息子が高所恐怖症なので直前まで怖がってましたがしっかりと器具を装着してもらって安心して楽しめたようです。曇り空だったので少し残念でしたが空からのハワイの景色を楽しめました。飛行時間も思ったより長く満足しました。携帯で写真撮影をお願いしたのですが上空に飛び立つ時からしっかり撮ってもらってて動画まで撮影してくれててナイフでロープを切るアメリカンジョーク満載の写真もホテル帰ってから改めて発見してすごく面白かったです。息子と2人のいい思い出が出来ました。毎年ホノルルマラソンでハワイに行きますが毎年VELTRAで何かしらのアクティビティを申し込んでます。あとウルフギャングも毎年お願いしてます。今年もありがとうございました。一つ希望があるとしたらスマートフォンでのメールアドレスでメールのやり取りが出来るようになると助かります。

The staff, including the drivers, were all very nice people. There were about five groups, and each session lasted around 3 to 4 minutes. If you feel scared, you can gesture, and they will let you off early. Additionally, if you wish, you can be lightly submerged in water while remaining on board. While waiting for the other four groups, the boat swayed quite a bit, so I think it's a good idea for those who are prone to motion sickness to take some anti-nausea medication.

スタッフの人は運転手含め全て良い人達でした。
5組程いて１組3,4分程度で行われました、怖い場合はジェスチャーすると早めにおろしてくれます。また、希望に応じて乗ったままの状態で軽く水に浸からされます。
他の4組を待っている間は船の揺れが結構激しく、乗り物酔いをし易い人は酔い止めを飲んでおくといいと思います。

We participated as a group of three women and two men. I thought I could manage with canoeing even though surfing was out of the question, but we ended up paddling quite a bit. However, the exhilaration of catching a wave was exceptional, and everyone was super excited. It doesn't require any special skills, so I think anyone from adults to children can easily enjoy it. Just a heads up, if you're in the front seat, the instructor will be shouting, "Paddle harder! Faster, faster!" so be careful. If you slack off, you won't be able to catch the waves properly.

女子3名、男子２名のグループで参加。サーフィンは無理だけど、カヌーならなんとかなると思っていましたが、結構漕がされました。でも、波に乗ったときの爽快感は格別で、皆テンション、マックスでした。特別な技術も必要ないし、大人から子どもまで誰でも手軽に楽しめると思います。ただし、１番前の席はインストラクターから「1番、もっと漕いで！　速く、速く！」と叱咤激励されますので、要注意。サボってはうまく波に乗れません。

The view from 150 meters was wonderful. It was quiet, a little scary, but the world of just the two of us, with no one else around, left a lasting memory. Thank you very much.

150メートルから見る景色は素晴らしかったです。静かで、少しこわくて、でも誰もいない二人の世界は思い出に残りました。ありがとうございました。

Thanks Team. I had a fantastic time.

I participated on December 8th. December in Hawaii is the rainy season, and it was rainy from the morning. If the weather had been better, the ocean would have looked clearer, but with the bad weather, the ocean was indeed dim. However, it was great to see many tropical fish and sea turtles.

12月8日に参加しました。ハワイの12月は雨季、朝から雨模様でした。天気が良ければもっと海の中は綺麗に見えたのでしょうが、やはり天気が悪いと海の中も薄暗く…。でも、多くの熱帯魚とウミガメと会えたのは良かった。

Everyone was so friendly and great experience. Very fun activity

Before doing it, I was scared because I have a fear of heights, but... as I slowly went up, I was moved by the amazing view! I want to try the 150m with a longer airtime!

やる前は高所恐怖症ということもあり、怖かったのですが…ゆっくりとあがり、とっても良い景色に思わず感動！時間は滞空時間の長い150mやりたいです！

I participated in the 150M, and it was incredibly fun! The staff were very friendly, which was great. I definitely want to participate again.

１５０Mに参加しましたが、とにかく最高に楽しかったです！
スタッフの方もとてもフレンドリーで良かったです。
是非また参加したいです。

For someone like me who isn't good with roller coasters, deciding to experience it was quite a challenge. Although I was nervous, the view as we rose from the boat into the sky was unforgettable (^O^). The weather was great, and the conditions were perfect.

The friendly attitude of the cruiser driver helped ease my tension, making it the best experience!

ジェットコースターがダメな私にとっては体験することが大変な決断でした。緊張はしたものの、船から空へ上がるときの景色の広がり方は一生モノです(^O^)天気も良く抜群のコンディションでした。

クルーザーのドライバーさんの気さくなノリに緊張感も打ち解け、最高の体験になりました！

My wife, Sherstin, and I immensely enjoyed our sail on the "Makani" and it was one of the high points of our recent time on Oahu.
The day was mostly sunny with a few rain squalls which made for some interesting contrasts.
The catamaran was very stable and the captain was expert at reading the waves and currents which was a great relief to my wife since she is a bit prone to dizziness. But she was able to handle the voyage with no problem.
What a view of Diamond Head and Waikiki! We also got a kick out of seeing a couple of turtles, as well as some surfers and snorkelers.
Hats off to the captain, crew and shore personnel -- we had a great time!

I participated at a height of 120m. There were also people at 150m, but 120m was more than enough for me. I felt a bit of fear before flying, but it was quite stable, and even for someone like me who isn't good with roller coasters, it was totally fine. You won't feel any floating sensation, so you can relax. The large rainbow parasol was very colorful and beautiful. However, I thought the photo fee (30 dollars) was quite high. They take a lot of pictures, but they also take photos with your own camera (phone), so I felt that was sufficient. There was a lady at the dock (Japanese) who said, "Most people buy them," but that's not necessarily true. If you don't want them, it's better to clearly say so. That lady was the only one who felt unpleasant, and since the parasailing itself was short and expensive, I didn't buy the photos.

高さ120mで参加しました。150mの方もいましたが、120mで十分でした。飛ぶまでは恐怖心がありましたが、結構安定感がありジェットコースターが苦手な私でも全然大丈夫でした。ふわっとする感じは全然ありませんので安心してください。大きなレインボーのパラソルがとてもカラフルできれいでした♫ただし、写真が有料（30ドル）なのは高いなーと思います。たくさん撮ってくれますが、自分のカメラ（携帯）でも撮ってくれるのでそれで十分かなと感じます。船着場にいたおばちゃん（日本人）が「大体の方は買いますよ」と言っていましたがそうでもないです。いらないならいらないとはっきり言った方が良いです。そのおばちゃんだけ感じ悪かったし、パラセイリング自体が短い割に高いので写真は買いませんでした。

My first time parasailing and it was so fun! The guys running the boat had great energy. We did the 800 ft for 8 min, the early bird special. Highly recommended!

I participated with my husband on a weekday morning, and since there were no other participants, we had a nearly private lesson with just one instructor. The instructor was a local, and he explained the basic movements, things to watch out for, and key points using gestures and simple Japanese words, so there were almost no communication issues.

After a 5-minute lecture on land, we spent about 45 minutes in the water, and each of us got to try riding the waves about 6 or 7 times (I managed to ride about half of those). The lesson took place on the east side of Waikiki's main beach, at Gray's Beach in front of the Sheraton, where there were few beachgoers and other surfers, allowing us to focus on the lesson in a relatively spacious area. The water temperature was just right, and the gentle waves were perfect for beginners, making it a luxurious spot to enjoy the view of Diamond Head and the hotels along Waikiki Beach.

After the lesson, one of the staff showed us the photos he had taken on the computer and offered to help us purchase them. The price was $52 per person for the USB data (a total of about $104 for around 15 shots), which was quite expensive, so my husband and I discussed it and decided we wanted to have a keepsake of ourselves riding the waves, so we went back to buy them later (both cash and card were accepted).

This was my second time surfing in Waikiki (and my fifth time overall, including Japan and the mainland U.S.), and aside from the cost of the photo data, I was very satisfied, so I gave it 4 stars.

平日の午前中に主人と二人で参加しましたが、他の参加者がいなかったため、私たち夫婦に先生一人というほぼプライベートなレッスンを受けることができました。先生は現地の方でしたが、基本動作や注意すること、ポイントなどをジェスチャーや単語レベルでの日本語を使って説明してくれ、意思疎通にはほぼ問題ありませんでした。
陸でのレクチャー5分のあと、海に出ている時間は大体45分程度で、一人6，7回波にトライさせてもらいました。（私が乗れたのはそのうち半分くらい）レッスンの場所はワイキキのメインビーチの東側、シェラトンの前のグレイズビーチというところで、海水浴客や他のサーファーも少なく、割と広い場所でレッスンに集中することができました。海自体の水温もちょうど良く、初心者向けの穏やかな波でダイヤモンドヘッドからワイキキビーチのホテル群までをを眺めながらの贅沢な場所だったと思います。
レッスン後、スタッフの一人が撮ってくれていた写真をパソコンで見せてくれ購入を斡旋してきますが、USBのデータで1人52ドル（二人合わせて104ドル合計15ショットくらい）となかなかの値段だったため、主人と検討しやはり自分たちが波に乗っている姿を記念に欲しいということで後日購入しに行きました。（現金、カード共にOKでした）
今回、ワイキキでのサーフィンは2回目（私は日本、アメリカ本土合わせて5回目）でしたが、写真のデータの料金以外はとても満足でしたので☆4つにしました。

This was amazing! Chieko took us out and showed us the bay. Incredible experience :)

I tried stand-up paddle surfing for the first time. I was worried because it was windy and the waves were high that day, but I had a great time. Even with the explanations in broken Japanese, I was able to understand everything well enough. I couldn't stand up much, and I ended up falling off the board a lot, but it was so much fun that I want to try again. They sold me photos of my time in the ocean on a USB for about $35.

初めて、スタンドアップパドルサーフィンに挑戦しました。
当日は風が強くて波も高かったので心配しましたが、楽しめました。
片言の日本語含む説明でも十分理解出来ました。
ほとんど立つことは出来ませんでしたし、沢山ボードから飛び込む羽目になりましたが、また、リベンジしたいと思うぐらい楽しかったです。
海での様子の写真をUSBに入れて＄35だったかな？で売ってくれました。

I saw it on TV and decided to sign up because I wanted to try it. I was nervous until it started, but once I got up there, it was so much fun and went by in no time. I asked the instructor for photos, and for $30, they took about 80 pictures and gave them to me on a memory card at the end. Considering the cost of living in Hawaii, I thought it was a good value.

My husband ate too much for breakfast and started to feel sick halfway through, so be careful not to overeat. While we were up there, it started to rain, but it wasn't too bothersome, and we even saw a rainbow, so it was a lot of fun.

テレビで見て、してみたいと思って申し込みしました。
始まるまではドキドキしていましたが、上がってみると、楽しくてあっという間でした。インストラクターさんに写真をお願いしましたが、30ドルで80枚ほど撮って下さり、最後にメモリーカードで渡してくれました。ハワイの物価を考えるとお手頃で価値があったと思います。
旦那さんは朝ご飯を食べ過ぎて、途中で気持ち悪くなっていたので、食べ過ぎには注
意です。
上っているとき、途中で雨が降ってきまし
たが、そんなに気にならなく、虹も見れたので、とても楽しかったです。

There was no explanation in Japanese, only in English, but since all the participants were Japanese and the staff communicated in broken Japanese, I was able to participate with peace of mind. I was really anxious when I arrived 20 minutes late for the morning gathering, but other than that, there were no particular issues. It was my first time paragliding, and it felt really good! I was quite nervous, but the height was just right.

日本語の説明がなく、英語のみでしたが、参加者全員が日本人であること、スタッフの方々もカタコトではありますが日本語で対応してくれたため安心して参加することが出来ました。
朝の集合の際、２０分も遅れてきたことがすごく焦りましたけど、それ以外は特に問題はありません。
パラセイリング始めてでしたが、とても気持ちよく出来ました♫
僕はかなりビビってましたがいい高さでしたよ

The waves were strong, so we couldn't dive at Molokini Island, but the weather was great, and the drinks and food were excellent! We were able to swim with sea turtles and see dolphins swimming alongside the boat, which was a valuable experience.

Although there were no staff members who spoke Japanese, there were Japanese instructions available, so we could enjoy ourselves without worry. I would definitely like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

波が強かったのもあり、モロキニ島では潜れませんでしたが、天気も良く、飲み物や食べ物も出て最高でした！ウミガメとも一緒に泳げたし、船と並走するイルカを見ることができ、貴重な経験をしました。
また、日本語を話せるスタッフはいませんでしたが、日本語の説明書が用意されていたので、安心して楽しむことができました。
また機会があれば是非利用したいです。

Fun few hours kayaking and snorkeling with Natasha and Sho. Our guides looked after us and had good knowledge of the area. We even managed to see dolphins on our way back to shore which was an added bonus.

I chose 120m, and it was the right choice. I would like to try it again if I have the chance. I would also recommend it to everyone.

120mを選びましたが、正解でした。
また機会があったらやってみたいと思います。
皆さんにもおすすめしたいです。

I had experienced parasailing in the past, but this time, it was a lot of fun with beautiful views and thrills that exceeded my expectations. However, if you're worried about seasickness, please don't forget to take motion sickness medication.

昔、パラセイリングは経験したことがありましたが、今回久々に体験して想像以上に高く綺麗な景色とスリルで大変楽しかったです。
ただ、船酔いが心配な方は酔い止め飲むのは忘れずにしてくださいね。

The guide provided a very thorough lecture, allowing even beginners to participate with confidence. The highlight, the underwater cave, was truly overwhelming! It was an experience that can only be enjoyed here. Along the way, we encountered dolphins, which was a delightful surprise, making it the best memory. The pineapple snack was delicious too!

ガイドの方がとても丁寧にレクチャーしていただき、初心者でも安心して参加することができました。最大の見どころの海中洞窟は、その迫力に圧倒！ここでしか味わえない体験でした。途中、イルカに遭遇したりとサプライズも飛び出し、最高の思い出になりました。おやつのパイナップルも美味しかったです！

Thanks to Hawaiian Parasail our entire family of four had a fantastic bonding experience on a breezy September Saturday afternoon. What a unique way to spend quality time together--up in the air overseeing the entire city of Honolulu while watching fish passing right under us in the crystal clear Hawaiian waters.

We had celebrated our younger son’s fifth birthday the weekend before, and taking him parasailing was definitely the best gift he received. In fact, he was waiting for this day since he was two! We moved to Hawaii almost three years ago, and ever since then, my little Daniel was dreaming of parasailing. Due to the age restrictions, however, we had to wait till he turned five. So, just a few days after his fifth birthday, this boy’s dream came true.

I would definitely recommend this experience to others. The captain and the crew were very professional and friendly. They took pictures of us that I will frame and put up on the wall in our living room. What unique shots!

We received detailed instructions on what to do, and by the way, for the Japanese travellers, there is a Japanese safety briefing in their own language. The feet dip is a must! The captain is very sensitive and if a guest asks not to be dipped, he will follow the instructions 100 percent. My boys were not scared of being dipped at all, and as soon as we came back to shore, both of them asked when we would be able to repeat the adventure! Thank you, Hawaiian Parasail for giving us these unforgettable memories.

Such a fun excursion! I went with my family and this was fun for everyone. We got to see sea turtles and all sorts of native fish! The fish even came right up next to the boat. They took us out to where they saw dolphins the other day and while we didn't see any it was still a beautiful view. The staff were fun and informative and the boat was very clean and well maintained. The staff were quick to point out any local landmarks or points of interest and were very funny. I would definitely recommend this!

Oh, and be sure to try the house cocktail! They don't skimp on their pours ;) I'd also recommend getting the souvenir cup, you get twice the drink for your ticket and a cool cup to remember your trip by!

I tried it for the first time and challenged myself at a height of 150 meters! The view was beautiful, and it was definitely the right choice to go for 150 meters! I definitely want to do it again! It was a very valuable experience!

初めてやりましたが、高さ150mにチャレンジしました！
景色も綺麗で、150mにして正解でした！
またぜひやりたいです！とても貴重な時間でした！

The underwater scooter that I had been wanting to try was amazing! (^_-)-☆ I received explanations in somewhat hesitant Japanese from the staff, and I wondered if it would be okay, but they were very kind and attentive when it came time to ride the scooter. I was truly impressed by the beautiful sea!! After getting off the scooter, I was able to snorkel, and for $30, you can download photos and videos. It gets very cold when you get back on the boat, so I recommend wearing a thick jacket, and also taking motion sickness medication. The staff worked very hard, but it would be nice if they had a few more smiles. I definitely want to participate again! (*^-^*)

是非やってみたいと思っていた水中スクーター、最高でした(^_-)-☆
スタッフの方のたどたどしい日本語で説明を受け、大丈夫かなと思いましたが、
スクーターに乗る時はちゃんと親切に対応していただきました。
とにかく美しい海に感激しました！！
スクーターから降りた後もシュノーケルが出来、３０ドル払うと写真とビデオがダウンロード
出来ます。
船から上がるととても寒いので、厚手の上着をお勧めします、それと酔い止めも～～
スタッフの方々は一生懸命に対応していらっしゃいましたが、もう少し笑顔があると
いいな～～～
又是非参加したいと思っています(*^-^*)

Since it had been raining since morning, I thought there wouldn't be any fish, but I finally got to see a turtle that I had been longing to meet! It was so close that I was almost scared to touch it! I was really happy! (^^)

Dan-sensei was very good at Japanese, and we all laughed and had fun during the car ride there and back! (^^)

Next time I go to Hawaii, I want to join the tour of Hanauma Bay or a diving tour!

朝から雨が降っていたため、魚はいないかなと思っていたのですが、念願のカメに初めて会えました！
すごい近くにいて触れてしまいそうで怖いくらいでした！笑 すごい嬉しかったです(^^)
dan先生が日本語がとても上手で、行き帰りの車もみんなで笑って楽しかったです(^^)
またハワイに行く時はこちらのハナウマ湾のツアーもしくはダイビングのツアーに参加したいです！

The weather was nice, although a bit cold, but I borrowed a wetsuit, so I was glad I didn't get cold! I was able to see a lot of fish. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any turtles (^ - ^;

I was able to safely snorkel because I could leave my valuables and belongings in the guide couple's locked box. Thank you very much.

お天気が良くちょっと寒かったのですがウエットスーツを借りましたので、
身体が冷えず良かったです！
たくさんのお魚を見ることが出来ました。
残念なことにカメさんには会えませんでした(^-^;

貴重品や持ち物などはガイドの御夫妻のカギ付ボックスに預かって頂けましたので
安心してシュノーケルが出来ました。
有難うございました。

I was initially anxious about my first trip to Hawaii, but the guide was truly wonderful and the best part of the experience. She was a cheerful and friendly Japanese female guide who taught us everything with great care. I was also very satisfied to encounter sea turtles! It seems that the guide also offers scuba diving tours, so I would definitely like to request her for my next visit.

初めてのハワイツアーで最初は不安でしたが、まずガイドさんが本当にいい人で最高でした。日本人の明るく気さくな女性ガイドさんで一から丁寧に教えてもらえました☆
海亀にも出会えて大満足でした☆
ガイドさんはスキューバダイビングのガイドもしていただけるみたいなんで、次回は是非指名でお願いしたいです♪