All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

This was one of the best activities one could imagine to do..well worth the cost..everyone enjoyed themselves...we could snorkle or use the "BOB"...staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. A must do activity for everyone...even a novice can do it...for all ages. My friend who isn't a great swimmer and never snorkled before enjoyed himself immensly...excellent !!!

On September 17th, we participated as a family of three. First, we received a brief explanation on how to paddle a kayak, and then we quickly launched the kayaks into the sea, loaded with snorkeling gear and water, and set off. After practicing going straight and turning in the harbor for a bit, we headed out into the open ocean. It was quite refreshing to venture into the Pacific with such simple equipment.

Our son (first grader) was taken by the guide, while my wife and I shared one kayak. Although the two of us were paddling, the guide was definitely faster on his own, and it was a bit tiring for us as we used more unnecessary strength until we got used to it (laughs). However, we encountered dolphins along the way and took breaks when we visited caves, so we ended up kayaking a longer distance than we expected.

At the snorkeling point, there were many beautiful fish, and even the adults became quite absorbed in it. At the break point, we climbed onto the rocks and enjoyed some snacks and fruits.

There is a diving point on the rocks, but it's quite high, and I think it might be a bit scary even for men. I participated in a high-speed boat activity last year, but kayaking allows you to fully enjoy nature and is probably better for environmental conservation (laughs). If you haven't tried kayaking yet, I highly recommend giving it a shot. (It can be a bit tiring, but I think it's a moderate amount of exercise.)

9/17に親子3人で参加しました。最初にカヤックの漕ぎ方の説明を簡単にしてもらい、すぐにカヤックを海に入れ、シュノケール道具や水を積んで出発します。港で真っ直ぐ進んだり、曲がったりする練習をちょっとしてから大海原へ。あんなに簡単な装備で太平洋に飛び出すのはとても新鮮です。
息子（小1）はガイドの方に乗せてもらい、僕たち夫婦は2人で1つのカヤックに乗りました。大人2人で漕いでいましたが、やっぱりガイドの方1人の方が漕ぐのは早く、慣れないと余計な力を使う分ちょっと疲れます（笑）でも途中でイルカに遭遇したり、洞窟に行ったりしたときに休憩するので、思ったより長距離をカヤックで移動しました。
シュノーケリングポイントではとてもきれいな魚がたくさんいて大人もかなり夢中になってしまいました。また、休憩地点では岩場にあがり、スナックやフルーツを頂きました。
岩場には飛び込みするポイントがありますが、結構高く男性でもちょっと怖いんじゃないかと思います。
高速ボートのアクティビティに昨年参加しましたが、カヤックの方が自然を満喫でき、環境保護の為にも良いのではないでしょうか（笑）まだカヤックにチャレンジした事が無い方は一度お試しください。（ちょっと疲れますが、適度な運動量じゃないかと思います）

I was wondering what it would feel like to float and return to the boat, but it was really easy. I could float gently, and it was a lot of fun.

浮くときと船に戻るときがどんな感じなのかなと思っていたが、すごい簡単でした。ふわっと浮いていけるしとても楽しかったです。

We participated with my grandmother, children, and a couple, making a group of four. We were able to enjoy parasailing together. The staff on the boat mostly spoke English, but they occasionally spoke in Japanese to make sure we understood. After it was over, everyone applauded us, and we had a valuable experience. I would like to request this again for our next marine sports activity. Both the children and my grandmother were delighted. Thank you very much.

おばあちゃん、子供、夫婦4人で参加しました。4人一緒でパラセーリングできみんな一緒に楽しめました。船上でのスタッフは英語が多かったですが、所々日本語で分かるように話しかけてくれました。終わった後はみんな拍手でねぎらってくれて貴重な体験ができました。次回マリンスポーツ参加時にはお願いしたいと思ってます。子供もおばあちゃんも喜んでました。ありがとうございました。

It’s incredibly soothing. The endless horizon, the white sandy beach, the sound of the waves, the townscape—everything is just perfect. I only had time to visit Kailua Beach, but the guide mentioned that Lanikai has its own unique charm as well. Next time I go, I’d like to make the trip to Lanikai.
Most of the staff are Japanese, but almost all the foreign staff are fluent in Japanese, so you can participate with peace of mind.

とにかく癒されます。どこまでも続く水平線、白い砂浜、波の音、街並み、すべて最高です。カイルアビーチしか時間がなくていけませんでしたが、ラニカイもまた違った良さがあるとガイドが言ってました。次に行くときはラニカイまで足を運んでみたいと思います。
スタッフも日本人スタッフがほとんどですが、外国人スタッフもほぼ全員日本語がペラペラですので、安心して参加できます。

I'm not comfortable with normal scuba gear, so this was a good way to be able to get under the water and see the marine life off Hawaii.

The scooters were not fast, but that is due to safety.

Everyone gets a diver that looks after them and can go under with their partner/friend. I always felt I was in good hands.

The experience lasted 20 minutes, which is not much. But to allow several people to go down without using several days, one doesn't have a choice. One would always want more time with something that is enjoyable.

A bit pricey, but safety costs, and the value was everything considered, not bad.

Since it was my first time kayaking, I was initially a bit anxious about whether I would be okay. However, the staff member who assisted us was Japanese and taught us patiently, and within just 30 minutes, we were out on the sea heading towards Flat Island. We had chosen a 2-hour guided tour plan, but for those who want to paddle more, there seems to be a longer course plan available, which I would recommend.

For lunch, I ordered pizza as mentioned in the reviews here. The staff's recommendation was the Spinach Garlic Pizza, so I ordered that and it was very delicious! There were other varieties I wanted to try, but the portion was quite large for one person, so I gave up on that.

In the afternoon, I was able to relax on the beach. Since there were waves, it might be nice to rent a bodyboard (which was free) and have some fun.

　カヤックをすること自体初めてだったので、大丈夫かな？と当初不安がありましたが、担当してくれたスタッフは日本人の方で、丁寧に教えてくれ、ものの30分で海に出てフラットアイランドに向かっていました。2時間のツアーガイド付きプランにしていたので、もっと漕ぎまくりたい方は長いコースプランがあるらしいのでそちらをお勧めします。
　
　お昼はここの書き込みにあった通りにピザを注文しました。こちらで勤めているスタッフのお勧めはホウレンソウガーリックピザだったので、それを注文して食べましたが、大変おいしかったですよ！！他にも種類があるので試してみたかったのですが、一人前が大きかったので諦めました。

　午後からはビーチでのんびり過ごすことができました。波があるのでボディーボードなんかを借りて（無料でした）遊ぶのもいいかもしれませんね。

I was able to fully enjoy the fun of kayaking. It was a lot of fun. Thank you very much.

カヤックの楽しさを満喫できました。大変楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

I participated with my parents on September 8th. My parents, in their 70s, were a bit anxious at first, but under the guidance of Kevin and Noni, they started paddling the kayak with ease and even tried snorkeling (which was, of course, their first time!). They gained confidence from being able to venture out into the vast ocean on their own and felt energized the next day without any fatigue. I believe this was all thanks to the guidance and support of the two guides. It also seemed mentally easier for us that the tour was just the three of us, so we didn't have to worry about bothering others. After returning home, I've been showing off the photos to friends of the same age. It was the best way to show appreciation to my parents. If you are an older person considering participating, I definitely encourage you to give it a try!

９月８日に両親と３人で参加しました。
70代の両親、最初はちょっと不安そうでしたがケビンさん、ノニさんの指導のもと、
途中からは余裕でカヤックを漕ぎ、シュノーケリング（もちろん人生で初めて！）もやっていました。
あんな大海に自らの力で出て行ったこと、翌日に疲れも出ず元気だったことで自信をつけていました。
これもガイドお２人の指導とサポートのお陰だと思います。
ツアーが私達３人だけで他人に迷惑をかけなかったことも精神的に楽だったようです。
帰国後も写真を眺めては同年代の友人に自慢しています。最高の親孝行ができました。
高齢の方で参加を迷っていらっしゃるならぜひ一度トライしてみて下さい！

This was one of the highlights of my vacation. My husband and I booked this activity before we arrived in Oahu, and I was actually a little nervous about it as it got closer. But, I have to say--this was a ton of fun. The other couples in our group were quite a bit younger than us--we are in our late forties--but I think this activity would be OK for almost any age and level of mobility. The crew was professional and skilled on the water, and everything felt safe and secure. And the ride was fantastic! The crew took pictures of the whole event and the memory card was available for purchase at the end of the ride for $30. These are some of my favorite vacation pictures, and proof to our kids that we did it! The flight itself was gentle. You gained height steadily and the views were terrific. The crew brought you back down, gave you a quick dunk in the ocean and landed you back on the boat. Go ahead and do this!

Although we lived in Hawaii for many years, we didn't decide to really enjoy ourselves until we came back for a visit this year. THis adventure on the Makani was the absolute highlight of this trip. It was fun, and most of all inexpensive. The crew was fun and very people friendly. The entire activity was just a complete joy.

As a first time parasailer, I thought it was AMAZING! I would totally go again and recommend that others go too. Hawaii Parasailing is awesome! The boat crew (Captain Jason and, darn it, I don't remember his name) and the shuttle driver were superb!!! They made everyone on the outing feel special and happy. As "bigger" girls, we were thrilled to get to ride together. I have to say that the office staff has something to be desired though. The girls were rude and condesending. I did not like dealing with them. But since we didn't have to deal with them too much it did not take away from the overall experience.

My friend wanted to parasail while she was visiting me on the island. I had never been and I am really glad we chose Hawaii Parasail. Hector made it easy and fun, not to mention, he was CUTE! :)
The Captain was great and so was our whole experience. Thanks!

Had a great time! Saw a huge pod of spinner dolphins at the start of the trip - good omen for a fun day!

Waikiki Diving Centre has good equipment and a good boat. Capt. Dave and Dive Instructor Marco were fun, friendly and professional. Dove on "Sea Tiger" wreck ... awesome dive to deck level at 100' and then to Horseshoe Reef ... Saw a Dragon Eel there ... very rare and very cool. Don't know how Marco found it buried in a coral hole but he did and made sure we all got a look.
Only 6 experienced divers on this outing ... excellent diver to guide ration. Was a great trip!

I participated with my 18-year-old daughter. We had a blast together!
Since I have a fear of heights, we chose the lowest option, but when we actually jumped, it didn't feel that high because the ocean was below us. However, the boats looked small, so it must have been quite a height.
The beautiful blue ocean surrounded us in a 360-degree panorama, and beyond that, we could see the streets of Waikiki. It was amazing!
Out of six groups, only two were Japanese, and we were able to take pictures together, which was great. We met a couple, Mr. O and his wife, for the first time on this tour, but later we coincidentally ran into them twice in Waikiki. The second time was at the hotel laundry. It was exciting to experience such coincidences because we participated in this tour.
There were various encounters, and it was a lot of fun!

１８歳の娘とい一緒に参加しました。ふたりで大はしゃぎ♪
高所恐怖症なので、一番低いのにしましたが、実際飛んでみると、下が海なのでそれほど高いとも感じず、でも、ボートが小さく見えるので、かなりの高さだったんでしょうね。
きれいな青い海が一面、３６０度パノラマ状態で、その向こうにワイキキの街並みが見えて、最高☆
６組のうち２組だけが日本人で、写真を取り合いでき、良かったです。そのＯさんご夫婦とは、このツアーではじめてお会いしたのですが、その後、ワイキキで二回も偶然お会いしました。二回目は、ホテルのランドリー。そんな偶然に興奮することができたのも、このツアーに参加したから。
いろんな出会いがあり、楽しいですよ♪

This was a very unique experience for us. We felt in very good hands with our guides, considering we were in the open Ocean! Everyone was very friendly, and were quick to point out a pod of dolphins and their new baby! Totally awesome!

Was our first time. Had a great time! The staff was very helpful & friendly. We felt very safe with this crew. I would recommend this company to anyone, if we come back with our kids we will definitely repeat with Xtreme Parasail.

On July 23, I participated with my two children. Since they are elementary school students, we were looking for a tour where Japanese was spoken, and we ended up here.

As everyone had said, Kevin and Noni were very kind and attentive, and they seemed very experienced in handling children. We enjoyed both kayaking and snorkeling.

Especially for snorkeling, it was the first time for my children to be in 6 to 7 meters deep water. At first, they looked very nervous, but within five minutes, they were floating on their own. I believe this was not only due to the clear sea, corals, and small fish, but also because of Kevin and Noni's excellent guidance.

Additionally, while regular beaches tend to have sand that stirs up and clouds the water, being near the lava coast meant there was none of that, and the visibility was great. Joining the tour was definitely the right choice.

When going as just a family, there can be various concerns, but with a tour, I felt reassured, so I would like to participate again.

7月23日に私と子供二人で参加しました。
子供たちは小学生なので日本語が通じるツアーを探していて、ここにたどり着きました。
参加してみると、皆さんの評判通りで、ケビンさんノニさんはとても親切丁寧で、子供たちの扱いにもとても慣れた感じで、カヤック、シュノーケリングともに楽しめました。
特にシュノーケリングは6m、7mの海の深さに初めてだった子供たちは、最初とても緊張した様子でしたが、5分も経たないうちに一人でプカプカしてました。
これも澄んだ海とサンゴと小魚たちはもちろんですが、ケビンさん、ノニさんの誘導が良かったのではと感じました。

また、普通の浜辺では砂が撒きあがって濁る傾向ですが、溶岩の海岸近くであればそれもなく、良く見えるとのことで、ツアーに参加して大正解でした。

家族だけで行くと、何かと不安ですが、ツアーだと安心できるので、また、参加したいと思います。

Guides fun and helpful. Snoring was great...lots of colorful fish. Kayaking was tiring and tough for a beginner, but it was doable. Wear water shoes and a waterproof camera and cash for a tip.

I haven't ever SCUBA'd and this is as close as one could get with little to no experience snorkeling or diving. The staff was top notch in their customer service. There are some other tours out there for a bit less money but they have so many people on their tour. Aqua Adventures was amazing in that the smaller tour (mine was about 20 some people) allowed for a more personal experience. I would do it again. I had plenty of time at two locations to SNUBA and snorkel. The fresh sandwiches and not too sweet mai thais (sp?) were great. Thanks AA for the awesome time!

Since my first pregnancy, I've been away from BB... My youngest is now four years old! He can play with Dad quite a bit, and since they can watch the kids, I finally got to try surfing, which I've wanted to do for a long time! ☆彡 The explanations about stance and everything were super easy to understand, and I had a really great experience! The teacher's personality was also fantastic!

By chance, I was the only student, so I was really lucky!

Honestly, the paddle training was tough, but the joy of finally being able to ride made it worth it, and I was able to push through!

When I return to Japan, I’ll work hard so that my husband and kids won’t make fun of me!!!

一人目の妊娠から、遠のいていたBB・・・。
下も今年４歳！だいぶパパと男遊びもできるようになり、子供たちをみていてくれるというので…前からやりたかったサーフィンに初挑戦☆彡
スタンスの表現等、私にはすっごく説明がわかり易く、とっても良い体験が出来ました！
先生の人柄も◎~！！

たまたま、生徒が私のみだったので、私はかなりラッキーでした！

パドル修行は、正直きつかったですが、その分乗れた時の喜びが買っていて頑張れました！

日本に帰っても主と子供たちに馬鹿にされないように頑張るど~！！！

Before the experience, I read the reviews thoroughly and took motion sickness medication, so I didn't get seasick.

Regarding the tips, I had read that they should be paid on-site, so when I saw a paper in a visible spot on the boat saying "Please tip" in Japanese, I thought, "Ah, just like the reviews mentioned!" and was able to enjoy the experience comfortably.

However, the costs were higher than I expected, which made me a bit nervous when I saw others going up, but once it was my turn, all fear disappeared, and I genuinely had a great time. The staff offers to take photos for $30 for those who want them, but we decided to take turns with a nearby group of Japanese tourists. It was truly moving, so I highly recommend you try it!

体験にあたり、こちらのクチコミをよく読んでからのぞんだこともあり、酔い止め薬も飲んで行ったので船酔いはしませんでした。
チップについても、実は現地で払うようだということも読んでから行ったので、船のよく見えるところに「チップをお願いします」ということが日本語で書かれた紙が貼られているのをみても「あっクチコミに書いてあったとおりだ！」と思うくらいで、気持ちよく楽しんでくることができました。
ただ、思っていた以上に本当に高くあがるので、他の方があがっているのを見て少し緊張しましたが、自分の番になれば全然恐怖心も吹き飛び、心の底から楽しかったです。カメラは、スタッフの方が希望者に３０ドルで撮影してくれるのですが、私達は隣の日本人のグループとお互いに取り合うことにしました。本当に感動できるので、ぜひ体験してみてください！

1000 feet out and up, side by side, with my wife off Waikiki. It dosen't get any better. GREAT crew. Very safety concious and fun. Bought the picture disk. Our daughters had a blast too. Take the "dip"!

The blue sea and blue sky were truly amazing. I got tired because my wife didn't paddle much... haha. There's a shaved ice shop that President Obama would eat at when he comes to Hawaii, and it was really delicious! I highly recommend it. It's very close to Kailua Beach (which is the meeting point for this tour), so definitely stop by when you're nearby!

青い海、青い空、本当に最高でした。カヤックは妻があまり漕いでくれなかったので疲れましたが...笑　オバマ大統領がハワイに来たら食べるかき氷屋さんがあるのですがとても美味しかったですよ！お勧めです。カイルアビーチのすぐ近くにあるので（このツアーで行けば集合場所）近くに寄った時は是非！！

We enjoyed the kayaking and hiking both. The Scared Falls were well worth the hike. I recommend good water shoes for the hike. I did it in flip flops and it was a bit tricky! Jesse was our guide and he was great, very energetic and knowledgable.

I participated in a tour on July 24, 2011. My husband and I had done kayaking once during our honeymoon in Cairns, but it was the first time for our children. We had Kevin, who speaks fluent Japanese and has lived in Japan for 30 years, and Noni, teaching us one-on-one, so we had no worries at all! When I thought the kids might be a little hesitant, Kevin was considerate and took their hands to change the experience into snorkeling, which they enjoyed. I appreciate the thoughtful attention, possibly from his experience in Japan. During break time, there were plenty of snacks and pineapple juice, so we were all full! This tour is enjoyable for beginners, repeat visitors, families, and friends alike! Also, even if you're a beginner in English conversation, Kevin is there to help. Our family has become repeat participants in this tour and we want to join again.

As someone who has visited Hawaii 30 times, I highly recommend it! If you read this comment, please consider joining!

2011/07/24（日）にツアーに参加しました。
私と主人は新婚旅行のケアンズで1度カヤックをやりましたが、子供たちは初めてでした。
日本語ペラペラのケビンさん（日本在住暦30年）とノニさんがマンツーマンで教えていただけたので、全然不安はありませんでしたよ！！
子供が少しひるんでいるかな？と思うとケビンさんが気を利かせて、子供の手をとってシュノーケルを楽しみに変えてくれました。
日本にいらっしゃった経験なのか、決め細やかな気配りに感謝です。
お休み時間にはスナックやパイナップル・ジュースなどたくさんあってお腹いっぱいになりました！
ハワイ初心者、リピーター、ファミリー、友達同士でも、楽しく楽しめるツアーですよ！
あと、英会話初心者でもケビンさんがお相手していただけます。
私たち家族もコノツアーのリピーターになりました。また参加したいと思っています。

ハワイリピーター暦30回の私は言うのですから！
コメントを読んだ方は是非ご参加してみてください。

I would recommend this to anyone who has not tried scuba diving. My friend and I had a good time and the staff made us feel at ease.

My friend and I participated in an underwater cave exploration plan. On that day, there were only four participants: the two of us and one couple. The instructors were Kevin and his wife (who is Japanese), and both were fluent in Japanese, so there were no language barriers at all. They provided us with very attentive support.

After we set off, we found ourselves surrounded by a completely empty, deep blue sea. It felt like we had the ocean all to ourselves. It was a truly wonderful experience.

However, be careful when jumping off the cliffs! We had a light-hearted attitude about wanting to jump, but... if you underestimate it, you might end up in pain. The view from up high was beautiful, but standing on the edge of the cliff, it was higher than I expected, and it took a bit of courage to jump... It was a serious jump, for sure (laughs). If you don't jump straight in, you might get hurt. I lost my balance and landed on my rear—ouch! It really hurt (tears). Only those who are confident should give it a try!

Overall, it was a lot of fun, so I highly recommend it! Next time, I think I’ll participate without jumping.

友人と２人で海中洞窟探検プランに参加しました。
この日の参加者は、私たち２名とカップル１組、合計４名のみでした。
インストラクターはケビンとその奥様（日本人）で、どちらも日本語ＯＫです。なので言葉の壁はまったく問題なし。
お二人には、とても丁寧にサポートしていただきました。
出発して少し経つと誰もいない真っ青な海が広がっていました。まるで私たちだけの貸切の海のようでした。
とっても素敵な体験ができました。

ただ、崖からの飛び込みは要注意！！
軽~い気持ちでジャンプを希望した私たちでしたが・・・。
甘く見ていると痛い目にあいます。
高いところからの景色はとってもきれいだったのですが、いざ崖の上に立ってみると思ったより高く、飛び込むにはちょっと勇気が・・・。かなり真剣ジャンプですよ（笑）。
まっすぐに飛び込まないと痛い目にあいます。
私は、バランスを崩しおしりからドボ~ン！かなり痛かったです（涙）。
自信のある人のみチャレンジしてね！！

でも、総合的にはとっても楽しかったのでお勧めです☆
次回は、飛び込みなしで参加したいと思います♪

This was the first time my husband and I have ever been parasailing. This activity lived up to our expectations. The crew was fun and very knowledgeable. We were very happy with the pictures as well. We will definately go parasailing again!!!