All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

I participated in a private lesson during my free time. I had a scary impression of surfing, but since the water was shallow, I didn't have to worry about falling into the sea, and I was able to stand up on my first try. The staff were all wonderful people, and the time spent floating in the sea together felt like being in a movie. Although the water is shallow, there are many rocks, so you need to be careful of cuts depending on where you fall. However, including the photos I bought at the end, it was an experience that made me want to do it again.

1人の自由時間にプライベートレッスンで参加。
サーフィンに対して怖い印象がありましたが、遠浅で海に落ちる恐怖もなく、初めてでも1度目で立てました。
スタッフの方々も素敵な人ばかりで、一緒に海に浮かんで休憩している時間は映画の中にいるようでした。
遠浅ですが岩が多いので、海に落ちる場所によっては切り傷に注意が必要です。
でも、最後に買った写真も含めて、また是非やりたいと思える体験でした。

My sister and I had a blast during this, our first, parasailing adventure. For anyone concerned about any jerking movements during take-off or landing, put your fears to rest. The ride was completely smooth and the view is breathtaking! One more thing crossed off our bucket list.

Meeting place and time → Specified in detail
Japanese guidance → Perfect
On-site guidance and precautions → Clearly explained
Safety considerations → Perfect

Items provided
- Snorkel mask
- Snorkel
- Inflatable safety vest
- Fins

Items needed
- Cash (dollars) for Hanauma Bay entrance fee + tips
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Bath towel
- Sunscreen
- Disposable camera for underwater photography

Items not needed
- Credit card
- Waterproof and dustproof case for mobile phones and digital cameras
- Drinking water
- Method for storing valuables

On the day, our guide "Dan" was fluent in Japanese and able to converse normally, which made us feel secure throughout.
Valuables are stored in a large locked container box.
We were also provided with drinking water and snacks.
Dan brought an underwater digital camera, and he uploaded the photos he took to Facebook that night.

During this honeymoon trip to Hawaii, I booked and experienced various optional tours in advance. However, honestly, many of the tours booked through travel agencies were disappointing.
Among them, the only tour I booked myself, the "Hanauma Bay Snorkeling," was extremely satisfying.
I truly realized what a veteran guide's tour should be like.
Even regarding tipping, which is not customary in Japan, I often hesitated in other tours and restaurants, but I was happy to tip Dan.
It was a truly moving tour.
I would love to request it again when I go to Hawaii.

待ち合わせ場所と時間　→　詳細にピンポイントで指定あり
日本語案内　→　完璧でした
現地での案内や注意事項など　→　わかりやすく説明あり
安全配慮　→　完璧でした

貸してくれる物
・水中メガネ
・シュノーケル
・エアー吹き込み式の安全ベスト
・足ヒレ

必要だった物
・現金（ドル）　ハナウマ湾の入場料　＋　チップとして
・水着
・着替え
・バスタオル
・日焼け止め
・水中撮影用の使い捨てカメラ

不要だった物
・クレジットカード
・携帯電話やデジカメ等、精密機器の「防水・防塵ケース」
・飲料水
・貴重品の保管方法

当日、ガイドをしてくれた「ダンさん」は日本語も達者で会話も普通にでき、終始安心できました。
貴重品類は、大型のコンテナボックスに施錠して保管してくれます。
また、飲料水とお菓子をいただきました。
ダンさんは水中デジカメを持参しており、撮った写真はその日の夜にフェイスブックにＵＰしてくれました。

今回のハワイ新婚旅行では、事前にさまざまなオプショナルツアーを予約し体験してきました。しかし、正直、旅行会社を通して予約したツアーはガッカリが多く残念なことも多々ありました。
そのような中、唯一、自分で予約したこの「ハナウマ湾シュノーケリング」は大満足でした。
本当にベテランガイドのツアーとはこういうものだと痛感したほどです。
日本では習慣のないチップにしても、他のツアーや飲食店では渋りたくなる場面がほとんどでしたが、ダンさんに対しては気持ちよくチップを渡せました。
本当に感動を与えてくれたツアーです。
また、ハワイに行った際にはお願いしたいほどです。

We set sail in beautiful, clear weather, feeling great. At first, we were just gently swaying on the boat, but once we got out to sea, we were able to see sea turtles and got splashed by the waves (it wasn't much of a problem since we brought raincoats), and it was a lot of fun. Both my 3-year-old and 7-year-old enjoyed it together.

On the way back, the weather was so nice, with a pleasant breeze and the comfortable rocking of the boat, that I ended up dozing off. The kids, who don't understand English, desperately asked, "What are they talking about?" but when I translated it as, "If you study English, you'll understand," they seemed to enjoy it.

Many activities in Hawaii can be quite expensive, but this one was around $70 for four people, we got to see sea turtles, and we had a lovely sailing experience, so it was really great. I was torn between this and a submarine tour, but I made the right choice. I would definitely do it again!

快晴のお天気の中、気持ちよく出港。最初はただゆらゆらと乗っているだけでしたが、沖に出ると海ガメが見られたり、波しぶきで濡れたり(レインコート持参していたので然程問題なし)、とても楽しかったです。
3才も7歳も共に楽しめました。
帰りはあまりのよいお天気、気持ちいい風、船の心地よい揺れ加減で、居眠りしてしまうほど。
英語がわからない子供たちは必死で「何話してるの？」と聞いてきましたが、それも「英語をお勉強すればわかるようになるよ」と翻訳して話してやると楽しそうにしていました。
ハワイのアクティビティは高いものが多いのですが、これ四人でも70ドル程度、海ガメも見られ、心地よいセーリングも出来て、とっても良かったです。
潜水艦と迷ったのですが、正解でした。
また乗ります‼

This was truly the highlight of the trip. Stunning snorkeling, incredible cliff jumps, awesome paddling and we even cruised along with a pod of dolphins for a little bit.

I would highly recommend this activity. Driver was very helpful and informative. Everything was just as the company promised. We had a wonderful time.

We had a wonderful quick trip on the water with a crew that became fast friends. The skipper had all the right jokes and jabs to make you feel like you had sailed with him many times before. And the rest of the crew were as friendly as you could wish for. A cocktail cruise fit my bill perfectly. So tip big these guys deserve it!!!

We LOVED this day! Dan & his wife were great! They took very good care of us, even making sure that those of us with cameras got a chance to take pictures of the beautiful fish (and the 2 sea turtles we saw). They provided us with cold water and snacks after our swim, which were much appreciated. I love that Dan took many pictures of us all with his camera, and posted them to Facebook for us to see &/or download later. My husband and I are both over 60, and I think they were a little concerned whether we could handle the swimming. But they stayed nearby and checked often whether we were OK (we were!) Most of our group was Japanese, with My husband & I the only "anglos". Dan was amazing at switching from Japanese to English and back, making sure that none of us felt left out of the conversation. We would definitely recommend this activity for anyone!

I requested the most expensive one! It felt really good ^ ^ The staff member was very nice, and when I happily asked to be dropped into the sea at the end, they did it twice as a bonus! I would like to use this service again and recommend it to my friends.

1番高いのをリクエストしました！
本当に気持ち良かったです^ ^
係員の方もとても良い人でしたし、
最後に海に落としてくれるのも、大喜びしたらもう2回サービスしてくれました！
また利用するか友達に勧めたいと思います。

We participated with a 3 PM reservation, and we were the only two Japanese people there. The pre-briefing was in English only, but I somehow understood how to put on the life-saving equipment, so I had no worries at all. It felt great to be in a foreign country. Alcohol was available for purchase (beer, cocktails). We turned back just past Diamond Head and stopped off the coast of Honolulu to enjoy jumping off the boat before returning. I was a bit disappointed that I didn't think we would be able to jump in, but I had a wonderful time relaxing and taking it easy. The boat was larger than I expected, so I didn't feel any rocking. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend it (US$56 for two). The whole experience, from departure to return, took about 1 hour and 30 minutes. How about you all?

3時予約で参加しましたが、日本人は私たち二人だけでした。事前説明は英語オンリーでしたが救命道具の装着方法等なんとなく分かりましたし不安は全くありませんでした。外国に来てる感じでよかったです。アルコールは有料販売（ビール、カクテル）。ダイヤモンドヘッド沖過ぎたぐらいでＵターンで、ホノルル沖合で停止して船からの飛び込み楽しんでからの帰着となりました。飛び込みできると思ってなかったので少し残念でしたがゆっくり、のんびり時間過ごせ大満足です。船が想像以上に大きかったので揺れは気になりません。料金もリーズナブルでお勧めです（ＵＳ＄二人で５６＄）。出発から帰着までで、大体1時間30分。みなさんも、いかがですか。

I chose the 90m option. I was a bit anxious since I have a slight fear of heights, but I had so much fun! I didn't feel much fear of the height, and even though I was just strapped in with a simple belt and thought, "Is this really okay?" I felt stable and enjoyed the view from above the sea, with plenty of time to take lots of photos! The promised splash into the sea at just the right moment really boosted my excitement!

When I made the reservation, it said that the 90m flight lasts about 5 minutes, but it felt like we flew for much longer.

The photos were $30 for the data on an SD card, but I could check to make sure they turned out well before purchasing, which was reassuring. They took a lot of pictures and included the surrounding scenery, so even though it was a bit pricey, I thought it was worth it for the memories!

The tour lasted about 2 hours, so there was plenty of time to do other activities afterward, making it perfect for those who want to stay active!

I had a great time, so I highly recommend it!

高さ90mを選びました。
若干、高所恐怖症なのでたのしめるか不安でしたが、、、とっても楽しめました♪
高さの恐怖もそんなに感じず、簡単なベルトに縛られただけで、内心、大丈夫？って思ったけど、安定感があり、海上からの景色を楽しめ、沢山写真を撮る余裕もありました！
お約束の海ポチャも、絶妙なタイミングで更にテンションが上がりました！

予約の時に90mは5分位飛んでると書いてありましたが、もっと長く飛んでいた感じがしました。

写真は、データをSDカードに入れて30ドルでしたが、ちゃんと撮れているか確認してから購入出来るし安心です。
沢山撮ってくれたし、周りの景色も入れてくれたので、ちょっと高いけど思い出にと思ったら、買って損はないと思いました！

ツアー時間も2時間程度なので戻ってからでも充分行動出来るし、アクティブに動きたい人にもぴったりやと思います！

とっても楽しかったので、オススメです♪

Alan was a wonderful teacher! There were three of us in his group; a pre-teen boy, a 30 something Mom & me, the 50 something Mom. After straightforward and practical advice on land, we “hit the waves” and all three of us got up our very first time. The experience was exhilarating. I loved every minute of it. Alan was experienced, friendly, patient and had plenty of positive reinforcement. I would do it again in a heartbeat if I didn’t have to come back to Canada. It’s one of my best memories of Hawaii; thank you Alan!

You must do this!!! Most fun crazy safe experience we have ever done! So happy we did it here in Hawaii and especially with all the kind people here!

I was honestly a bit anxious since it was overseas and had fewer reviews compared to other tours. We waited on the first floor of the hotel for our pickup, wondering if they would really come. However, they arrived almost on time and were friendly from the start. There were three groups of foreign tourists, and they made sure to engage with everyone equally, which was wonderful.

I saw reviews mentioning that valuables could be stored, and I thought they would be kept in the car, but instead, they were stored in a lockbox on the beach. Also, I was instructed to wear my swimsuit beforehand, so I participated in just my swimsuit from the beginning. However, being in the water for a long time can get cold, so changing clothes is definitely necessary.

While there were some minor shortcomings in the guidance, both Dan, the husband, and Chie, the wife, were very nice people, making it a tour you can enjoy with peace of mind. I think it's recommended. Even if the weather is bad or we didn't see any sea turtles, that's just nature, so it's to be expected.

海外の、しかも他のツアーに比べて口コミも少なかったところだったので正直不安でした。ホテルの1階で待機してピックアップしてもらう形でしたので、本当に来るのかなぁ…と。
ですが、ほぼ定刻通りに迎えに来てくれて、尚且つ最初から気さくに話してくれ、外国人観光客と一緒の3組だったのですがちゃんと全員にバランスよく話し掛けてくれる気の遣える素晴らしい方です。
貴重品が預けられるという口コミを見ましたが、てっきり車の中に保管するのかと思っていたら砂浜に鍵の掛かる箱に保管をしました。
あとは、事前に水着を着用しとくように指示があったので最初から水着だけで参加したのですが、ずっと水に入っていると寒くなるので、やはり着替えは必要ですね。
若干案内不足なところは否めませんが、旦那さんのダンさんと奥様のチエさん共に非常に良い人で、安心して楽しめるツアーですのでオススメだと思います。
天気が悪いとか、海ガメにあえなかったとか言ってもそれは自然が相手なのですから当然のことだと思います。

The shuttle ride was good,, picked us up at our motel. The snorkimg was good too but the snorkel mask weren't very good

My husband and I were disappointed with the tour guide. We felt he had a attitude about him and really didn't want to be there. At times we thought he was being rude in his manor and attitude. We went on another tour and the guide was so different and really acted like he wanted to be there. It made a big difference on the tour and made it much more enjoyable. The tour itself was great, but it could of been a lot nicer if the guide was more interested in the people on his bus and what he was doing.

The boat rocked, but since I took motion sickness medication beforehand, it was actually enjoyable. The staff was cheerful and fun, and before I knew it, we were flying—laughs.

I think the flight lasted about 10-15 minutes, but during that time, I was just filled with excitement. Everything else became unimportant—laughs.

There was only one other group besides me, so we didn't spend too long on the boat, but I think the more groups there are, the longer you'll be on the boat, so that's a matter of luck.

Also, I bought photos at the end, but when I looked at them after returning to Japan, there were about 30 pictures of someone completely different, which was disappointing. Even though it was on a CD-R, I should have checked during my stay.

For those who will experience this in the future, don't forget to check the photos!

船は揺れましたが、事前に酔い止めを飲んだのでむしろ楽しめる程度の揺れでした。
スタッフも陽気で楽しかったし、何より飛ぶまでの手際が良く気づいたら飛んでました笑

飛ぶ時間は10-15分程度だったと思いますが、飛んでいる間はただただ興奮しっぱなし。
全てがどうでもよくなります笑

私の他に1組だけだったのでそれほど長くは船の上にいませんでしたが、組数が多くなるほど船上での時間がおおくなるのでそこは運かなと思いました。

あと、最後に写真を購入したのですが日本に帰ってから見たら全く別人の写真が30枚ほど入っていてガッカリ。
CD-Rだったとはいえ、滞在中に確認しとくべきでした。

これから体験する方は、写真の確認も忘れずに！！

Since our reservation was at 8:00 in the morning, it turned out that we were the only three people there. We requested 150 meters, and it felt really nice to enjoy the refreshing morning air. Next time, I would like to request the longest option of 180 meters.

朝、8:00からの予約だったせいかなんと、私たち3人だけでした。150メートルをお願いしたんですが、朝の爽やかな空気を満喫して本当に気持ち良かったです。今度は一番長い180メートルでお願いしたいです。

Had the best fun and luckily had some great waves we could Surf the kayaks on too. Definitely recommend if you are a watersport lover

Because we were off season my husband and I were the only ones that signed up for a kayaking tour - so we got a private tour with a guide. Our guide, Christian, was very friendly, familiar with the area and so helpful to have along. Being I had never kayaked before he went over safety features and the easiest way to get in and out of a kayak! The kayaking was easy (gorgeous views along the river), the hike was fun (mud up to my knees) the waterfall at the end was beautiful. It was a very successful trip and would very happily do it all again.

I participated in parasailing for the first time, and it was a lot of fun. I was scared before actually doing it, but once I tried it, it wasn't as scary as I thought. In fact, it was calm up in the air, and it felt great.

初めてパラセイリングに参加しましたが
とても楽しかったです。
実際にやる前までは怖かったのですが、
実際にやってみると思ったほど怖く無かったです。
むしろ上空では穏やかで、気持ちがよかったです。

What can I say other than it was amazing. Completely astounding and phenomenal views of Waikiki. This is a must do for anyone. Not scarry at all if you think it will be. Had a blast!

Had a great trip celebrated turning 60 that day would kayak again though the rowing is strenuous. Augustine was my life saver as he helped me back in the kayak when my husband & I tipped over, that was the scariest thing. The two most helpful words were "don't panic" as I was starting to do just that but those words calmed me down. Augustine even retrieved my sunglasses which went 2o' deep. After snorkeling I could not get back in the kayak just don't have the upper body strength though I lift weights 4x's a week. Thanks again to Augustine & Rebecca great tour guides & personable fun people!

Due to local circumstances, I couldn't take lessons directly on the beach, so I took lessons at a surf shop and made my way to the beach on my own. I was really anxious, but at the water's edge, the guide was there to assist me, so I was able to safely head out to sea.

After that, it was incredibly fun, and we went to a deserted island, taking a break to paddle around before returning, which wrapped up the morning session. The second round was tough physically, so it was just right.

For lunch after stand-up paddleboarding, there were several dining options available, and the pizza from a place just next door was incredibly delicious. I would love to go back.

In the afternoon, we had the freedom to choose activities like snorkeling in Kailua or strolling around the town, which allowed me to adjust to my own pace, so that was great.

I would like to use this service again for activities in Kailua next time.

地区の事情で、浜辺で実際にやりながらのレッスンは受けられず、サーフショップでのレッスンをうけ浜辺へは自力で行きました。めちゃくちゃ不安でしたが、波打ち際ではちゃんと案内人がい手助けしてくれたので無事に沖にでれました。

それからは、めちゃくちゃ楽しくて無人島まて行き、休憩がてらブラフラして帰ってくるコースで午前は終了しました。体力的に2週目はキツかったので、ちょうど良かったです。

Sup後の食事は用意されているご飯処がいくつかあり、ピザ数件隣のピザがめちゃくちゃ美味しかったです。また行きたいくらい。

午後はカイルアでシュノーケリングやカイルアの街を散歩等自由に選ばせてもらえたのたので、自分の状態に合わせられたので、良かったです。

また次回、カイルアでアクティビティする際は利用したいです。

This was a great excursion. I was a first time surfer. The waves were perfect. Not too big, but enough to where I was able to get up a lot. The instructors were very helpful. We surfed in an area where my friends were able to get some good pictures. I really enjoyed this.

It was my first time kayaking, but I had a wonderful half-day guided by Noni and Kevin. I enjoyed kayaking, snorkeling in the beautiful sea, and relaxing on the lava rocks, fully experiencing the great nature of the Big Island. They also took photos during the tour, and I received all the data shortly afterward. It's often the case that photos taken during trips are sold at high prices, but in this tour, I felt that they were genuinely guiding us to enjoy kayaking without any such concerns. The personalities of the two guides were truly wonderful. Since it was a water activity, I chose this tour with a Japanese guide for safety, and it was definitely the right choice.

I participated from Mauna Lani, so the meeting point was a bit far, but I still felt it was worth it. Don't forget your rash guard, hat, and sunscreen as the sun is strong!

シーカヤックは初めてでしたが、ノニさんケヴィンさんの案内で楽しい半日を過ごすことができました。とてもきれいな海でのカヤック、シュノーケル、そして溶岩のうえでの岩盤浴とハワイ島の大自然を満喫できました。ツアー中は写真も撮ってくださり、後日すぐに全てのデータもいただけました。旅行中に撮ってもらう写真は販売目的で高額なことになることが多いですが、このツアーではそのようなことがなく、純粋にカヤックを楽しむためのガイドをしてくれていると感じました。ガイドのお二人の人柄がとても素晴らしいです。海でのアクティビティなので、安全を考えて日本語ガイドであるこのツアーを選びましたが大正解でした。

マウナ・ラニからの参加でしたので、集合場所までは少し距離がありましたが、それをもってしても参加してよかったと思えます。
日差しが強いのでラッシュガード・帽子・日焼け止めなどお忘れなく！

I had gone parasailing in Saipan several times, but this was my first time in Hawaii. In Hawaii, you can choose the height, fly with multiple people (in Saipan, it's about 45 meters for one person), request photos, and even get a nice splash in the ocean at the end—it was truly amazing! I considered other companies, but I made the right choice by opting for the one that offered photos (since my digital camera takes grainy and blurry shots, I left it to the professionals with a DSLR★), the location was very convenient (right in front of the Hilton★), and the captain's skills were excellent (you can choose to get your feet, half-body, or full-body splashed). I highly recommend it!!! By the way, after much deliberation about the height, I ultimately chose 90 meters★ (I thought it would be disappointing if the photos were too far away, and even considering the $30 for photos and tips, it was within a reasonable price range). Also, I never get motion sickness, but whenever I get on a small boat, I always take motion sickness medication, no matter how short the trip is (based on my diving experience).

パラセイルはサイパンでも何度かやっていましたが、ハワイは今回初めてでした。　ハワイはなんといっても、高さが選べて×複数で飛行でき（サイパンは45ｍくらい×１人乗り）、写真も頼め、最後に海にポチャっとつけてもらえるなど、至れり尽くせりで感動しました！　他社とも迷いましたが、写真を頼めて（デジカメは豆粒＆ブレるので一眼レフにお任せして正解★）、場所がとても近くて（ヒルトンの目の前の海★）、キャプテンの腕も絶妙（足ポチャ・半身ポチャ・全身ポチャ選べます）、とてもオススメです！！！　ちなみに私は高さを迷いに迷った挙げ句、結局90メートルにしました★（写真が遠すぎたら残念な気がした＆写真の30ドルとチップを見越しても手の届く金額なので）　あと、私はのりもの酔いは全くしませんが、小さな船に乗るときは、どんなに短時間でも必ず酔い止めを飲んでいます（ダイビングでの経験上）

Experience the thrill of the sea and sky with a thrilling parasailing adventure! Parasailing by Extreme Parasail at a height of 150 meters was unexpectedly fun, and the duration was great.

空中散歩で海と空をスリリングに体感！パラセイリング by エキストリームパラセイル ＝１５０メートルの高さはなかなか予想外で楽しく、時間が長くよかったです。

Wow, breathtaking views! Was nervous at first but needed not be. It was not scary at all and well worth it. A must do for all.

I experienced parasailing at a height of 90 meters! The wind was very strong that day, and it was thrilling enough to make me think I might fall, but it was so much fun! However, my partner is afraid of heights, so they were really scared! Even I, who usually isn't that bothered, was quite nervous at 90 meters! I thought the staff would only speak English, but they occasionally spoke Japanese too (including some Japanese jokes, haha). They were very friendly, and I was really satisfied! They also offered tips and photo sales, so it might be a good idea to bring some money! (By the way, I came empty-handed that day.) After the rain, there seemed to be a rainbow behind us, and I hesitated to buy a photo, but I decided against it because of the backlight (laughs). There might be opportunities to capture photos with rainbows, so I definitely recommend it! I requested a shuttle, but there is a boat right near the Hilton Hawaiian Village, so if you're staying nearby, you can easily walk back.

高さ90mのパラセーリングを体験しました！この日風がとても強く、落ちるんじゃないかと思ったくらいスリルがありましたがとても楽しかったです！ただ相方は高所恐怖症のため、もうビビりまくり！普段それほどでもない私でも90mの高さにはさすがにビビりました！スタッフの方も英語オンリーだと思っていたのですが、ちょいちょい日本語を話してくれるので、(日本のギャグも。笑)とてもフレンドリーな方達でとても満足しました！チップと写真の販売なんかもしていたので、ある程度、
お金は持っていった方が良いかもしれないです！(ちなみに私はこの日手ぶらで来ちゃいました。)雨が降ったあと背後に虹が出ていたみたいで、写真を買おうか迷いましたが、逆光なのでやめました（笑）もしかしたら、そういった虹が出ている写真も撮れるかもしれないので、ぜひオススメです！送迎を頼んだのですが、ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジからすぐの所に船があるので、近くにお泊まりの方は徒歩でも十分帰れます。