All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

I was disappointed with Mr. T, the guide for the Kaneohe Bay cruise package tour! He might be the same guide mentioned in someone else's experience on the Jurassic Park movie location tour.

カネオヘ湾クルーズパッケージツアーのガイドのMr.Tさんにゲンナリ！
どなたかが体験談に紹介されていたジュラシックか映画ロケ地巡りツアーでのガイドと同じかもです。

I hesitated to cancel because it seemed scary after I signed up, but I really enjoyed the experience. Once you start flying, it’s not as scary as it looks from below, and the view is amazing; it feels really good. The instructor was also humorous and very kind.

申し込んでみたものの怖そうだから、やっぱりキャンセルしようか迷いましたが、体験して本当に楽しかったです。
下から見ているよりも、飛んでしまえばそれ程怖さも感じなくて、景色も最高だし、とっても気持ちがいいです。
インストラクターの方もユーモアがあり、とても親切です。

I had a very enjoyable experience. The people on the boat were also wonderful, and we were able to enjoy a fun boat trip in a friendly atmosphere. During parasailing, I fell into the sea a few times, which was thrilling and very entertaining! However, if you wish to purchase photos, please make sure to inform the staff directly on the boat before parasailing!

とても楽しい経験をすることができました。船に同乗していた方々もとても素敵な方たちで、和気あいあいとした雰囲気の中、楽しい船旅を楽しむことができました。
パラセーリング中には何度か海に“ドボン”と落ちることもあり、それがまたスリル満点でとても面白かったです！
ただ、写真の購入を希望される方は、必ずパラセーリング前に船の上で、写真購入希望の旨を直接スタッフに伝えるようにしてください！！

I was relieved that they arrived on time for the early morning pickup. Although the conversation was only in English, I somehow understood the nuances and was able to spend my time without anxiety. Hanauma Bay was beautiful as always after such a long time.

早朝のお迎えだったけど時間通りに来ていただき安心しました。
英語のみの会話だったけとなんとなくニュアンスは伝わり不安なく過ごせました。
久しぶりのハナウマベイはやっぱり綺麗でした。

We had a great first time experience. The crew were very professional and made sure we enjoyed our time.

We had a great time kayaking the ocean and river. Guides were very friendly, fun, annd accommodating and kept everyone in our group safe!

I experienced parasailing for the first time in Hawaii. The view of Waikiki from above was beautiful. The boat sways quite a bit, so if you're prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some anti-nausea medication beforehand.

ハワイではじめてのパラセーリングを体験しました。
上空ｋらみるワイキキの街並みはキレイでした。
舟は結構揺れるので酔いやすい方は酔い止めの薬を飲んでおくといいかも

Our guide Dan was EXCELLENT!!!!!! There were only 4 of us in this group so Dan was very conscientious of how we were doing, making sure we saw a huge varied fish and even a turtle. Dan was an EXPERT and knew Hanauma Bay like the back of his hand. It was a once in a lifetime experience.

We used it across three generations! After a brief lecture, we headed straight to the sea. It was surprisingly easy to get out to the open water, and with the guide watching the waves, we surfed on canoes! The view of Diamond Head was beautiful and we had a great time.

3世代で利用しました！
簡単なレクチャーの後に、すぐに海へ。
意外と簡単に沖に出て、ガイドさんに波を見てもらい、カヌーでサーフィン！
ダイアモンドベッドも綺麗に見えて楽しかったです。

It was just the two of us, the captain, and a young guy, so there were four of us in total. At first, I was scared when we were paddling out to sea because of the big waves, but once I got used to it, it was fun and great. Surfing was the best! 😀 Since I'm a bit of a scaredy-cat, I borrowed a life jacket. I had a lot of fun. I was able to buy the photos and videos properly. Thank you very much!

私達夫婦2人と、船長さんと若いお兄さんの4人でした
海に向かって漕ぐ時、大きな波だと最初怖かったけど、慣れたら楽しくて良かったです
波乗りも最高😀
怖がりだから、ライフジャケット借りました
楽しかったです
写真ビデオちゃんと買う事できました
ありがとうございました

The weather was great, and I had a fun time surfing. The captain's shouts of "Paddle!" and "Faster!" got me pumped up, and when I was exhausted, I was able to catch a wave and feel the best breeze.

天気に恵まれ、楽しい波乗りができました。キャプテンの「こいで！」「早く！」にテンションが上がりクタクタになってきたら波に乗って最高の風を感じられました。

Exciting parasailing, we boarded the boat and set off. There were five groups, creating a lively atmosphere as we cheered each other on. At 150 meters above, it felt amazing, and the view was spectacular.

ドキドキのパラセーリング、船に乗り込み出発です。5組いたので、賑やかな雰囲気で手を張り合い盛り上がっていました。150mの上空はとても気持ちよく、最高の景色でした。

Flying in the sky was amazing. The boat rocked surprisingly, but I took motion sickness medicine, so I was fine. We arrived in no time. There was a child flying in front of me, which gave me the courage to try as a 50-year-old woman!! The sky was calm, and I had a great view of Hawaii. It was met with applause!

空を飛べて最高でした。
船はびっくりするくらい揺れますが酔い止めを飲んでいたので大丈夫。
あっという間に到着。
前の方がお子さんが飛んでいたので勇気をもらい50歳のおばさんもトライ！！
空は揺れもなくハワイが一望出来て最高です。拍手喝采でした！

Overall, the experience was fantastic. My wife and I are certified divers, and we wanted to introduce our boys (13 and 17) to the world of scuba diving without the time commitment of a full certification course. This introductory dive was relaxed and a great way to get them underwater without the need for certification. We wanted to gauge their interest before committing to the certification process. I can see scuba diving in their future.

While the underwater sights weren’t as abundant as you might find while snorkeling in surrounding areas, this experience offered something different, the chance to hover beneath the surface and breathe underwater. Our instructor, Alex, was fantastic and incredibly supportive throughout the adventure. I highly recommend this as a quick and enjoyable way to experience scuba diving.

While we have been to Hawaii a few times this was our first time exploring Hanauma Bay. We didn’t know what to expect but our guide made the adventure far easier than trying to tour this spot on our own. Our guide had all the snorkeling gear, wet suits if needed, snacks available, and took photos for us. We had a young 7 year old child up to elderly and even though some stayed in the water for just a little while our guide helped us navigate the waters or assisted us walking back to our spot on the grass. It was very busy there, and we unfortunately didn’t get to see sea turtles so I wouldn’t go with very high expectations of that. However the bay is just beautiful itself and there are a good amount of fish we saw which was still fun. If you are new to snorkeling and want to see this area I would recommend taking the guided tour like this and then venturing on your own in the future if you are comfortable.

Nick was AWESOME! We went as a family (child age 11) and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Just go ahead and fly!

The captain and the staff are filled with the desire to share this refreshing experience.

Depending on the situation, regarding the key weight of 80kg, we were able to clear it together as a group of three (parent + child + child) and fly together.

とりあえず飛んでください！

キャプテン始めスタッフは、この爽快感を是非共有したいという想いに満ちています。

状況にもよりますが、鍵となる80kgに関しては、私たちは3人(親+子+子)合計でクリアして一緒に飛ばせていただきました。

It was the best experience. Even if you're not good at English, you can enjoy it, and if you're not good with heights, it's not a problem. I think it's an activity that you can easily experience since you don't have to get into the seawater.

最高の体験でした。英語が苦手でもたのしめますし高所が苦手でも問題ありませんでした。海水に浸かることもなかったので気軽に体験できるアクティビティだと思います。

I wanted to go to Kailua after a long time, so I chose this tour where we could enjoy the beach and shopping. Since it was just our family on the day, thank you for being so considerate. When we arrived at the office, I remembered that I had participated seven years ago, and we had a great conversation. Also, the plate lunch we had for lunch was very delicious. I look forward to the day we can meet again.

久しぶりにカイウラに行きたいと思ってビーチとショッピングができるこのツアーを選びました。
当日は私達家族だけだったので、色々気を遣って頂きありがとうございました。オフィスに着いてから7年前にも参加したことも思いだし、楽しい会話もできました。
あと、ランチで食べたプレートランチがとても美味しかったです。
また、お会い出来る日を楽しみにしてます。

Both on the ship and at sea, it was truly the best time‼️ There were so many activities that the kids didn't have enough time. We will definitely come again!

船内も、海上も、本当に最高の時間でした‼️
アクティビティもたくさんあり、子供たちは時間が足りませんでした。
また絶対に行かせていただきます！

I enjoyed my first parasailing experience. The captain and crew were fun, and even though there were times when I struggled to understand their English, they playfully pointed it out. Parasailing was amazing with the blue ocean stretching below me; it felt incredible! I definitely want to experience it again!

初パラセーリングを楽しみました。
キャプテンとクルーの方々楽しくて、うまく英語が聞き取れないところがあって動作がもたもたした所があったのですが、そこを面白く突っ込んでくれたりしました。
パラセーリングは眼下に青い海が広がり凄く気持ちよかったです！
また体験したいと思います！

It was my first time parasailing, and I had a wonderful experience. Even if you can't speak English, you'll manage just fine.

初めてのパラセーリングでしたが素晴らしい経験をさせてもらいました。英語が喋れなくてもなんとかなります。

My family enjoyed the 1 hour boat ride and 15 minute parasail experience. The guides were safety oriented but also playful. The optional photo package for $40 is nice to have (80 photos + you get the SD Card).

The day we went, the weather was so nice. There were two other families on the boat and everyone had fun.

Expected to be “dipped” into the ocean.
Expect to have a great day!

The ocean was as beautiful as I had researched beforehand. I was wondering if Lanikai might be a bit far to walk to, but as I enjoyed the scenery while walking along the sandy beach of Kailua, I didn't feel the distance at all. I was truly healed by the stunning ocean. Even looking at the photos later, it's clear how much more beautiful it is compared to Waikiki. The fine sand also felt amazing. Since my group was the only one booked for that day, I appreciate the staff for being flexible with us. I took a burger to go with my lunch voucher, and it was ready in about five minutes.

事前に調べていた通りの海の綺麗さでした。ラニカイは歩いて行くにはちょっと遠いかな？と考えていましたが、カイルアビーチの砂浜を景色を楽しみながら歩けば、遠さは感じませんでした。とにかく美しい海に癒されました。後から写真を見ても、ワイキキに比べ美しいのがよくわかります。細かい砂も触感が最高でした。その日の予約が私のグループだけだったので、スタッフさんに柔軟に対応していただき感謝しています。
昼食券でバーガーをテイクアウトし、持っていきました。バーガーは5分ほどで作ってもらえました。

If you're looking for entertainment, a variety of activities (snorkeling, volleyball, SUP, and kayaking), this is the way to go! It's perfect for families. We have gone both in the morning and afternoon due to the morning being booked. If possible, I recommend going in the morning due to the lower tide.

However, the staff were all extremely professional, safe, and fun. The live music was awesome and our two young daughters (3&6) have enjoyed their time they've gone out there.

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Hanauma Bay has become reservation-only after COVID, and while it's great to have guaranteed entry, I think the early morning schedule and the rental/transportation prices are high. Is there a way to make it cheaper if you only need transportation without the rental? (Entry is possible if you wait in line, so it might be possible to go by Uber, but it could be difficult to enter on the day without a guide from a service.)

ハナウマ湾がコロナ後予約制になり、個人での予約が難しい中、確実に入れるのはありがたいが、朝が早くレンタル/送迎の値段としては高いと思う。レンタル不要で送迎のみでもっと安くならないか？（入場は並べば良いので、自分でウーバーで行く事も可能かもだが、業者同行がないと当日入場は難しいかも？）

We had a great time parasailing as a family of four.

My eldest son has autism. While he understands what is being said, he struggles to express his thoughts and feelings verbally, and he is classified as having a severe disability. However, he loves feeling the wind and cutting through it, so I decided to take the plunge and sign him up for this first experience.

When I informed the receptionist that we wanted a no splash experience, she kindly agreed and assured me that she would definitely communicate this to the captain. When we boarded the boat, the captain confirmed again whether my son was the one with a disability and if it was okay to avoid splashes. The assistant also encouraged my son, who seemed anxious, with phrases like "It's so much fun! It feels great! You'll be fine!" in simple Japanese.

Putting on the harness was not straightforward. My son, unsure of what to do, kept putting his feet in and out of the harness. The assistant remained patient and never showed any signs of frustration, asking him if he wanted to take a step back or if he wanted to come back to it later, waiting for his timing multiple times. I was truly grateful for that. Thanks to the kind assistant, my son began to trust him and accepted the assistant touching the harness without resistance.

The captain also made sure not to burden my son, frequently checking in with him and praising him with "Good job!" just for putting on the harness. Before we took off, both of them encouraged me, saying, "Don't worry, Mom! Just enjoy!" I was on the verge of tears. My son, who had been stiff and unresponsive on the boat, responded to my encouragement at 150 meters in the air, saying it felt nice and that the view was beautiful. Of course, we returned to the boat without any splashes as requested. My son looked relieved and refreshed, with a bright expression.

The parasailing was the highlight of our trip to Hawaii! Despite my son's challenges, he had a wonderful time soaring through the sky. I am extremely satisfied that he was able to have such a fantastic experience, thanks to the kind-hearted captain, the assistant, and the receptionists. Thank you very much!

パラセイリングを家族4人でお世話になりました。

長男は自閉症で、言っている事は分かりますが、自分の考えや思いを言葉で伝えてる事が難しく手帳も最重度です。
しかし風を感じる事や風を切る事が大好きなので、初体験させてみようと意を決して申込みしました。

NOスプラッシュでと受付のお姉さんに伝えると、快くokして下さり、必ずキャプテンに伝えますと言って下さいました。
いざ乗り込むと、キャプテン(船長さん)からハンディがあるのは彼か？スプラッシュは辞めるでOKか、など再度確認して下さいました。アシスタントの方も、めっちゃ楽しい！気持ちいい！大丈夫！と片言の日本語で不安そうな長男を元気づけてくれました。
ハーネスを付けるのも一筋縄ではいきませんでした。
ハーネスをどうするのか、見通しが立たない長男は足をハーネスに入れたり抜いたり。
そんな長男にアシスタントの方は嫌そうな表情を全くせず、後にする？カムバックしてこようか？と、長男のタイミングを何度も待ってくれました。本当に有り難かったです。
そんな優しいアシスタントさんのおかげで長男も心を許し、アシスタントさんがハーネスを触る事に抵抗無く受け入れていました。

キャプテンも長男の負担にならないように、何度も声かけしてくれたり、ハーネスを付けただけなのにグッジョブ！と褒めて下さったり。飛ぶ前、ママ大丈夫だから楽しんで！とお2人からの声かけに、私が泣きそうでした。
船の上で顔も体も固まっていて声かけに反応薄かった長男は、上空150メートルで気持ち良いね！キレイな景色だね！など私からの声かけにキレイや気持ち良いと返事してくれました。
もちろんお願い通りスプラッシュせずに船に戻ってきました。長男は少しホッとした感じと爽快感で清々しい表情をしている様に見えました。

今回のハワイ旅行で1番のメインイベントのパラセイリング！障がいを抱えた長男でしたが、楽しく空中散歩できました。
本当に優しい心遣いできるキャプテンやアシスタントの方を始め、受付のお姉さん達のおかげでステキな体験を長男にさせてあげる事ができ大満足です。
ありがとうございました！

The check-in location was easy to find, and signing the agreement was very smooth. The boat I participated in had only my family and foreign guests, but it was very lively and fun! There was a lady with some mobility issues, but she was able to enjoy herself without any problems! We didn't get wet at all (if you want to get wet, it's okay to go deeper). It was a very valuable experience! The check-in staff, captain, and assistants all spoke English, but the conversations weren't too difficult, so it was fine! The agreement was in Japanese!

チェックイン場所もすぐに分かって、同意書のサインなどとてもスムーズでした。私の参加したボートは私達家族以外は外国の方だったけど、とても盛り上がり楽しかったです！足が少し不自由なマダムもいらっしゃいましたが、全然支障なく楽しんでいらっしゃいました！水に濡れることもなかったです（濡れたい場合は深刻すればOK）とても貴重な体験でした！チェックインの方、キャプテン、アシスタントしてくださる方みなさん英語ですが、そんなに難しい会話はないので大丈夫！
同意書は日本語でした！

The sea was calm, and I didn't experience any seasickness at all. Snorkeling in the beautiful water felt great, but it was a bit cold for the season. The snorkeling area is somewhat limited, so if you're looking to swim more vigorously or dive deeper, you might want to consider other locations. On the other hand, it's a safe spot where even children and beginners can enjoy snorkeling without the risk of drowning, so I think you can relax and have fun. In the second half, you can freely use canoes and stand-up paddleboards. There’s no formal instruction, but it's something anyone can easily do, so overall, it feels very accessible for participation.

海は穏やかで船酔いも全く無かったです。
シュノーケルもキレイな海でいい気持でしたが、時期的に少し寒かったです。
シュノーケルはある程度決められた範囲内なので、もっとガッツリ泳ぎたかったり、潜りたい人は他の場所の方がいいかもしれません。
逆に子供でも初心者でもシュノーケルで溺れる様な場所ではないので、安心して楽しめる都思います。
後半はカヌーやサップを自由に使えて、指導とかはないですが、これも誰でも簡単に出来るので、全体を通して気軽に参加出来るイメージです。

It was more fun than I imagined. I experienced it with my 8-year-old child. When you reach the top, all you can hear is the sound of the wind and the voices of people flying; it's just a few minutes to enjoy the scenery. I didn't wear a hat because it might fly away, but I had no problem keeping my sunglasses on. They also check how much you want your feet to touch the water, so it's fine if you don't want to at all, or if you just want your toes or up to your backside. The staff also communicate well with gestures and broken Japanese, so there's no problem even if you don't speak Japanese. After it was over, it's a 3-minute walk to Whole Foods.

想像以上の楽しさでした。8歳の子供と体験しました。一番上まで上がると風の音と一緒に飛んでいる人の声しか聞こえない、とにかく景色を楽しむ数分間です。帽子は飛びそうだったので被りませんでしたが、サングラスは着けたままでも問題なかったです。途中で足を着水する程度も聞いてくれるので、なしでも良いし、足先だけかおしりまでなのか伝えれば大丈夫。お兄さんたちも英語が分からなくてもカタコトの日本語とジェスチャーで対応してくれるので問題ないです。
終わったあとホールフーズまで歩いて3分です。