All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

We really enjoyed this Luau. The entertainment and location were fantastic. The food was typical luau food, but what it lacked was made up for by the staff and the show. Would go again in a heartbeat.

1 - A very informative and interesting event

2 - A fantastic location for the event, with mountains and the sea in the back-drop

3 - Talented dancers!

4 - A hilarious chief who makes the entire crowd get involved and excited

5 - Decent food for a buffet, some unique Hawaiian dishes. Nothing too fancy. It's not about the food, much more about the experience overall.

It was our first time in Hawaii and our first and only luau. We are happy we went and experienced it on the 2nd night of our vacation. It is worth it to have the luau experience and great fun!

The guide we had was excellent for the city tour, and the Pearl Harbour tour was very informative, moving, and a great experience.
Thank you

We participated as a family. Since it was about wild dolphins, we were able to see a family of dolphins shortly after the boat started moving. At the front of the boat, we could also see many flying fish several times.

I wanted to see the dolphins a bit closer, but since snorkeling was the main activity this time, we traveled for about an hour.

For breakfast (light snacks), we could freely make our own bread and fruit, and the burgers for lunch were also delicious, along with fresh potato salad and vegetables. Maui chips were available as snacks, which was nice.

We could always have warm drinks, and there were many options for cold drinks. We could also have alcohol for an additional fee.

On the day of the trip, we were the only Japanese people, but the staff kindly supported us, which made us feel at ease. They lent us prescription masks, and the facilities were well-equipped with showers, noodle and glass-bottomed boards to see below. The snorkeling spot had high visibility, and the waves were at a safe height, allowing us to swim comfortably even in deeper areas.

On the way back, we were also able to see a turtle, and we were very satisfied.

家族で参加しました。
野生のイルカということで、船が走り出してすぐにイルカの家族を見ることができました。船の先端では、たくさんのトビウオも飛ぶ姿も何度も見ることできます。
イルカを、もう少し近くで見たいところでしたが、今回はシュノ―ケリングがメインなのでしばらく一時間ほど移動しました。

朝食(軽食)のパンやフルーツ、昼食のバーガーも自分たちで自由に作ることができ、ポテトサラダや野菜も新鮮でおいしくいただけました。マウイチップスもスナックとしてあり良かったです。

また温かい飲み物は常時飲むことができ、冷たい飲み物の種類も多かったです。追加料金でお酒も飲むことができました。


当日、日本人は自分達だけでしたが、スタッフにやさしくサポートしてもらえたので安心でした。マスクも度付きのを貸出してもらい。ヌードルやグラスで下が見えるビート版等、シャワー完備と充実しておりました。シュノーケルのスポットは、透明度が高く、深くても安心して泳げる波の高さでした。

帰りにカメも見ることができ、とても満足しています。

I participated on September 7th.

Since the moon was not out, I was able to enjoy a perfect starry sky.

Although there were occasionally cars passing by and, of course, many people around, it wasn't a slow and romantic experience for stargazing. However, it was great to learn about constellations and things I wouldn't have known on my own.

Also, I was happy to have my picture taken with the starry sky as a backdrop.

Thank you very much.

９月７日に参加しました。

月が出ていなかったので満点の星空を堪能することができました。


時々車が通ったり当たり前ですがたくさん人がいるのでゆっくりロマンチックに星空を見るという感じではありませんでしたが星座の説明など、自分では分からないことを教えてもらえるので良かったです。

また、星空をバックに写真を撮ってもらえて良かったです。

ありがとうございました。

The sunset visible from the summit over 4,000 meters was truly beautiful. The stargazing afterward was even more stunning than I expected, and I'm glad I participated. However, the long ride in the 4WD was quite bumpy, so I was pretty tired that night.

４０００メートル以上の山頂から見える夕日は　本当に美しかったです。その後の　星空観測も予想以上の美しさで、参加してよかったと　思います。只　長時間４WDで揺られて行きますので　その夜は　かなり疲れました。

Had a great time!!

Children around the age of elementary school can ride alone! The horses are trained for riding at the hotel, so it may not be thrilling for those seeking excitement. There aren’t many tours that allow you to ride a horse while enjoying views of the ocean, so I recommend it for that reason as well. The horses walk in a line, and there’s hardly any running, so it may not satisfy those who want to gallop. At the end, you can hand over your camera to have photos taken. It's a memorable tour!

小学生年長くらいの子供であれば1人で乗れちゃいます！
ホテルで飼いならされた乗馬用の馬なので、スリルを望む人には物足りないです。
馬に乗って海を見ながらと言うツアーはあまりないので、そういった意味でもオススメです。
一列に並び馬が歩くのが基本で、ほぼ走ることはないので馬で走り去りたい人には物足りないです。
最後に自分のカメラを渡すと写真撮ってもらえます。
思い出になるツアーです！

I participated in a tour called "Activity Paradise Tour" in North Shore (Haleiwa), where we could choose from various activities like horseback riding and hiking.

We signed up as a group of 12, with 7 people opting for horseback riding, 3 for free time, and 2 for the pineapple train. However, by making a request in advance, we were all able to join the same bus.

Since we were a large group of 12, we had a private vehicle, and thanks to the guide's arrangements, we all got to ride the pineapple train unexpectedly, while those who chose free time were guided to the beach and other attractions, allowing for quite a bit of freedom in our activities.

Our guide was Japanese and provided various explanations about the plants and birds, making the ride lively with interesting stories, which made for a very enjoyable time.

We went horseback riding, and there were children aged 5, 9, 10, and 11 participating. Initially, I was a bit worried, but the horses were very smart and we had a lot of fun riding. Experiencing the wind and scenery as we rode through the valley seemed to leave a strong impression on the children, and it became their favorite memory from this trip.

Next time, I would like to try coastal walks and another horseback riding plan.

ノースショア（ハレイワ）観光　プラン（乗馬・ハイキング他）を選べる・アクティビティ天国ツアーに参加しました。
12人で申込み、7人が乗馬、3人がフリータイム、2人がパイナップル列車、で申し込みましたが、事前にお願いすることで、全員同じバスでの参加になりました。
12人の大人数であったためか、車1台貸切となり、案内いただいたガイドの方の計らいで、急遽全員パイナップル列車に乗ってみたり、フリータイムメンバにはビーチや観光に案内いただいたりと、かなり自由行動をさせていただきました。
ガイドの方は日本人の方で、草木や鳥に至るまでいろいろ説明いただき、面白い話で車内盛り上がったりと、大変楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
我々は乗馬をしましたが、5歳/9歳/10歳11歳の子供が参加しており、当初は少し不安でしたが、馬が大変利口で楽しく乗馬ができました。渓谷を抜ける風や風景を見たり肌で楽しみなが大きな馬に乗って、子供たちにとってはすごくインパクトがあったようで、今回の旅行での一番の思い出になったようです。
今度は海岸散策や別の乗馬プランも試してみたいと思いました。

We had a great time. Learned a lot about the area. The guides were fun. we will recommend this to our friends

Having taken the Grand Circle Tour on a previous holiday we decided to do it again. Keow our driver and guide made the second time so enjoyable. His vast knowledge and information along with his friendly personality made it a day to remember.
Giving us photo taking stops along the way and interspersing his commentary with his own humour kept us well amused
It was a long day so maybe not so suitable for famililes with young children but for all other ages well worth considering as it gave the opportunity to see many areas that we would have otherwise missed , the beautiful beaches, magnificent views and interesting places. These along with our very special guide definitely made this a day we will always remember.

It good. However, we didn't really hear the history of the diamond head. Unless we just have to read the posters. The guy at the gate was screaming at everyone bec they have to pay for the entrance fee. If I didn't tell him i got the package deal from this webstie he would have double charged me. They need to come-up with another system collecting entrance fees.

Great show. Started out slow at first but the small audience made it a really personal experience

I went horseback riding at Turtle Bay. The guide's explanations on the way to Haleiwa were very interesting, with local insights that made the journey feel shorter. Before we started riding, I got to touch a pony, but unfortunately, I was lightly (?) bitten by the affectionate pony, and even after 4-5 days, the bruise is still painful, which is disappointing. I really appreciated that they asked for our preference on whether to have lunch early or late. The main horseback riding experience was enjoyable while overlooking the ocean.

タートルベイの乗馬に行きました。
ハレイワに向かうガイドの方の途中の説明は、現地の方ならではのお話もあってとても興味深く聞き、到着まで早く感じました。
乗馬開始前にポニーに触れさせてもらったのですが、甘えん坊のポニーに軽く（？）噛まれて、４~５日経った今も痣になって痛いのが残念です。
昼食の時間は、早めにするか遅めにするかのリクエストを聞いていただいて大変助かりました。
メインの乗馬も海を見ながら楽しめました。

We participated as a couple on August 21, 2012. Our guide was Shigeru Yamamoto, who provided clear explanations with helpful examples. The highlight was undoubtedly the sunset at the summit, along with the constellation explanations and telescope viewing. Watching the refreshing sunset while wearing a down jacket to keep warm was a heartwarming experience. One should not speak of Mauna Kea without witnessing this. The stars spread across the sky were breathtaking. The precise stars and constellations pointed out with a laser pointer, along with the clear explanations, were fantastic. We also got to see Saturn's rings through the telescope that was set up. Shigeru Yamamoto took great group photos of all participants against the backdrop of the starry sky, as well as individual photos, which were later available for free download online, making for a wonderful keepsake. This is the most highly recommended tour.

2012.8.21に夫婦で参加しました。ガイドは山本茂さんで、丁寧で例えを用いたわかりやすい解説をしてくれました。何と言っても素晴らしいのが、？山頂でのサンセット、？星座解説＆天体望遠鏡でした。？寒さ防ぐダウンジャケットを着て見る清々しいサンセットは心洗う感動でした。？これを見ずしてマウナケアをかたるべし。満天に広がる星。レイザーポインターで示す的確な星や星座は、わかりやすい解説とともに最高でした。設置した天体望遠鏡で土星の輪っかも見せてもらいました。満天に広がる星々をバックにした参加者全員の集合写真と個々のまとまりの参加者写真を山本茂ガイドがいいデジカメで撮ってくれて、後にウェブ上から無料ダウンロードできたのも良い記念になりました。最もイチオシのツアーです。

I participated last September.
The weather looked ominous around Saddle Road, and I was worried, but the sunset at the summit was truly beautiful. The sun sank into the sea of clouds in an instant, and I wished I could have watched it a little longer.
During the stargazing afterward, there was unexpected rain... Still, I was moved when I briefly saw the Milky Way and the stars. Unfortunately, the rain didn't stop, so the stargazing was disappointing.
I definitely want to go back to the Big Island to see the beautiful starry sky again.

昨年9月に参加しました。
サドルロードあたりから、雲行きがあやしくお天気が心配でしたが、山頂に着いてからのサンセットは本当にきれいでした。夕日が雲海に沈んでいくのはあっという間で、もう少し長く眺めていたかったです。
その後の星空観測のときには、まさかの雨・・・。それでも、一瞬天の川や星が見えた時には感動しました。でもなかなか雨はやまずに星空観測は残念でした。
もう一度、きれいな星空を見るために必ずハワイ島に行きたいです。

It was a very enjoyable tour. Since it was just my first-grade daughter and me traveling together, we opted for taxi transportation instead of renting a car for sightseeing. My daughter, who loves horses, has been riding since she was three, but being a flag bearer for 90 minutes on her own was a new experience! This is a tour that you can't have in Japan. On top of that, we were able to visit sightseeing spots, and both mother and child had a great time! My daughter seemed happy to gain some confidence as well. I highly recommend this tour! Next time, I want to go horseback riding by the seaside!

とっても満喫できるツアーでした。一年生の娘と２人旅行ということもあり、個人で遠出＆観光できるレンタカーではなくタクシー移動。お馬さんが大好きな娘は引き馬の経験は３歳から、でも乗馬という一人で90分も旗手になるなんて！日本では経験の出来ないツアー。その上、観光名所も押さえて下さり母子ともに満喫出来ました！娘も何か自信を持つことが出来たように嬉しそうでした。お勧めのツアーです！次回は海辺を乗馬したいです！

I chose to go to the Waimea Falls and Botanical Garden and on the Kayak ride...also got to lay around on Waimea Beach and jump off the rock! I had a total blast. The driver/guide was knowledgable and friendly and made sure we all had a great time. I would recommend this to anyone.

We had an awesome time. Our tour guide was amazing and so knowledgable. It would awesome and would would absolutely do it again!

We participated in a 90-minute canyon horseback riding tour (morning departure) as a family of three.

My wife and daughter (4th grade) who usually attend a riding club were captivated by the outdoor riding and scenery that they don't usually experience, and even as a first-timer, I felt safe participating. I think this horseback riding experience can be enjoyed by both seasoned riders and beginners.

One point to note is that there are some ups and downs along the way, and the vibrations can be quite noticeable, so those with back pain should be cautious (I was battling back pain partway through). Also, there are no drinks available at the ranch, so it's better to buy some in advance.

The absolute worst part was that the air conditioning on the tour bus was broken. We were crammed into the bus with a large group (our family was in the very back seat), and it was suffocating and extremely hot... I couldn't help but wonder why we had to endure such discomfort after paying for this. It's absolutely unacceptable for a bus in Hawaii to have no air conditioning.

I will never use this tour company again, but the canyon horseback riding was fantastic, so I would like to use a different tour company for horseback riding in the future.

渓谷乗馬90分（午前出発）に家族３人で参加しました。

乗馬クラブに通っている妻と娘（小４）も普段味わえない外乗や景色に魅了され楽しむことができ、初経験の私でも安心して参加することができ、乗馬に慣れた人でも初心者でも楽しめる乗馬だと思います。

注意点としては、途中アップダウンがあり振動が結構伝わるので、腰痛持ちの人は気をつけた方がいいと思います（私は途中から腰痛との闘いでした）。あと、ドリンクは牧場にはありませんので、事前に買っておいた方がいいです。

超最悪だったのは、ツアーバスのエアコンが壊れてたこと。
大人数でバスに詰められ（我が家は一番後ろの席だったのですが）息苦しく、暑くて暑くて…。。お金を払って何でこんな思いをしなければならないのだろう？？と。
ハワイのバスでエアコンが効かないなんて…絶対ありえないです。

ここのツアー会社は二度と利用しませんが、渓谷乗馬は最高でしたので別のツアー会社で乗馬は利用したいと思います。

Last year, I challenged myself to North Shore sightseeing and valley horseback riding with my grandchild again this year. Since it was my grandchild's strong wish, we couldn't miss the valley horseback riding when we went to Hawaii.

For sightseeing, we stopped by Moanalua Gardens (famous for "This is the tree, what kind of tree, a tree that piques your interest"), then visited Dole, Haleiwa, and saw turtles basking on the beach before the main event of valley horseback riding. I felt a pleasant fatigue in my body, and for lunch, we had garlic shrimp. It was a day filled with fulfilling activities.

My grandchild said that we absolutely can't miss this activity again next year. Riding alone on horseback, which is not something you can experience often, was enjoyable.

　昨年に続き、今年もノースショアー観光と渓谷乗馬に孫とともにチャレンジしました、孫のたっての願だったのでハワイに行ったら渓谷乗馬ははずせません。
　観光についてはモアナルアガーデン（この~木何の木、気になる木でおなじみ）立ち寄り、その後、ドール、ハレイワ、海岸で亀の甲羅干しを見て本番の渓谷乗馬、心地よい疲労感を体に感じ、昼食はガーリックシュリンプ、一日充実したアクティビティーが味わえました。
　孫も、来年もまたこのアクティビティーは絶対はずせないとのこと、なかなか味わえない一人で乗る乗馬は楽しかったです。

Our family really enjoyed the tour of Pearl Harbor and the Battleship Missouri. It was very informative and easy for our kids to follow along. Our tour guide, Frank, was the best! Very personable and helpful with any questions.

This was so much fun, great people and a great time. Just make sure you wear clothes that you don't care if they get dirty, because they will!

A very full day. The whole experience was great. The tour guide on the Missouri was fantastic and new so much. Really glad we did this all age groups would love it.

The pineapple soft serve from Dole Plantation, garlic shrimp from Haleiwa, and shave ice were all delicious, just as the guide recommended. The guide was very efficient, and they took photos for each group, making the entire tour very satisfying.

ドールプランテーションのパイナップルソフト、ハレイワのガーリックシュリンプとシェーブアイス。
どれもガイドさんがお奨めの通りいただいたが、とっても美味しかった。
ガイドさんの手際が良かったのと、ちゃんとグループ毎に写真も撮ってくれたりと、ツアー全体が大満足でした。

Since it was summer, we were picked up at the hotel at 3:30 PM. We visited about five hotels in total.

On the way up Mauna Kea, we took breaks and took photos on the volcanic plateau while being jostled in the car, arriving at the Onizuka Center in an hour and a half.

There, we enjoyed a Japanese bento box, and I was impressed that it came with miso soup.

After that, we put on warm clothes, hats, and made our way to the summit. At the top, we received detailed explanations at the observation deck, took sunset photos, and had various commemorative pictures taken with a sign at the summit of Mauna Kea.

Afterward, we did some stargazing in a spot with little wind. The explanations were easy to understand, and we were able to take photos, creating unforgettable memories. Thank you very much.

I think those who participated in the Masashi Nature School (where staff took photos that can be viewed later) were quite lucky. I highly recommend it. I would like to use this service again the next time I visit the Big Island.

夏ということもあり、15:30にホテルへピックアップ。全部で５つほどのホテルを回りました。
マウナケアに登っている途中も、途中休憩をとったりしながら火山台地で写真を撮りつつ車に揺られ、1時間半でオニヅカセンターへ。

そこで日本食のお弁当をいただきました。お味噌汁つきで感動しました。

その後、温かい服を上下、帽子と身に着け、頂上へ。
頂上では、展望台の詳しい説明とともに、サンセットの写真、そしてマウナケア山頂のテロップを持って、記念写真などいろいろ写真をとっていただけました。

その後、少し下った風があまりない場所での天体観測。
わかりやすい説明、そして写真を撮っていただけ、一生モノの思い出ができました。ありがとうございました。

マサシネイチャースクールに参加された方（スタッフが撮った写真があとで見れるなど）はかなりラッキーだと思います。おすすめです。また次回ハワイ島に来た際は利用したいです。

This was our fourth trip to Hawaii as a couple, and it was our first time on the Big Island. I was really looking forward to seeing an authentic outdoor luau show for the first time as well. Overall, it was excellent.

I had checked reviews beforehand about the need to "line up before entering the venue," so after checking into our hotel (it was the night of our arrival, and we were staying at the King Kamehameha), we took care of the process right away. They gave us a paper with the reception time, but even though we arrived about 30 minutes early, there was quite a line! Most of the audience were Westerners, with only about 20% being Japanese. Normally, it seems that Japanese guests are seated together, which allows for taking photos and chatting, but we were seated at a table with only Westerners, with no Japanese guests at all...

We were seated at one of the end seats in the front row facing the stage, which was very calming. We could see the ocean and the Ahuena Heiau in the background, and we had a great view of the dancers' entrance scenes, which made us very satisfied.

I wanted to experience the traditional imu ceremony at least once, and it was good, but after experiencing it once, I think I'm okay with it... (The smell was quite strong since they steam the pig at high temperatures.)

The food was traditional and served buffet-style, so we could enjoy a variety of dishes. The drinks were all-you-can-drink, which was nice, but since our table was at the front, it was quite a trek to get to the drink station.

They also showcased dances from neighboring islands, which was great. As a fellow hula dancer, I was able to observe from various angles, and it was a good learning experience.

Unfortunately, it started to rain heavily during the show, and it ended quite a bit earlier than scheduled, which was a bit disappointing.

Overall, I was a bit anxious about not having any Japanese guests around, but we still had a great time, so it was very good.

夫婦でのハワイ旅行は、4度目にして、初めてのハワイ島でした。
また、屋外での、本格的なルアウショーを観るのも初めてでしたので、とても楽しみにしていました。
結果としては、◎でした。

「会場に入るまで並ぶ」というのを事前にクチコミでチェックしていたので、ホテルチェックイン後（到着日の夜だったのと、ちょうど宿泊先がキングカメハメハだったので）すぐに、手続きをしました。
受付時間を書いた紙をその場でくれたのですが、それでも、少し早めの30分前位に会場へ行ったにも関わらず、結構並んでいました！！
観覧客はほとんどが欧米人で、日本人は2割位だったかと思います。
また、通常は、日本人は日本人同士でテーブルセッティングしてくださるみたいですが（写真を撮り合ったり、お話したりできるから）、私達夫婦は、日本人がひとりもいない、欧米人のみのテーブルへ通されました・・・

ステージ側の前の方の、一番端の席だったため、とても落ち着き、バックには海とアフエナヘイアウ、ダンサーたちの登場シーンもよく見ることができ、とても満足でした。

伝統的なイムセレモニーは、一度は経験したかったので、よかったですが、一度経験すれば、もういいかな。。。
（豚さんを高温で蒸し焼きするので、匂いがかなりきつかったのです）

お食事は伝統的なもので、ビュッフェ式でしたので、いろいろ楽しめました。
ドリンクも飲み放題で、こちらもよかったのですが、テーブルが前の方だったので、その分、ドリンクの所へたどり着くまでが、とても遠かったです。

ハワイだけでなく、近隣の島々の踊りも織り交ぜながら、披露してくださいます。
同じフラダンサーとしては、いろいろな角度から、観させていただき、よい勉強になりました。

途中で雨がたくさん降ってきてしまい、時間よりもかなり早く終わってしまい、それが少し残念でした。

全体的には、日本人が周りにいなくて不安はありましたが(^^ゞ
それでも楽しめたので、とてもよかったです。

It was more disappointing than I imagined.

想像してる以上に、残念でした

Starry Sky Observation Tour I Joined Despite Worrying About the Cold

The constellations were so visible that I felt as if I were in outer space, and I was filled with childlike excitement. Especially, the Milky Way, which is not so clearly visible in Japan, made me feel romantic as I thought about how the stars Hikoboshi and Orihime could cross over. The moon looked like a crayon that I could almost touch, and there were countless stars to count. Each constellation observation was enjoyable thanks to the staff's easy-to-understand explanations, which made me forget about the cold. Next time I go, I will visit to see the seasonal constellations that I missed this time. Thank you for the wonderful time!

寒さを心配して参加した星空観測ツアー

宇宙空間に自分が居るのかと錯覚するほど、星座が見えて
子供に戻った気分で、おおはしゃぎ。
特に、日本ではあれほどくっきりと見えない天の川
彦星織姫も渡って行けるわとロマンチック気分になりました。
今にも手で触れそうな月のクレパス
数え上げたらきりがないほどです。
一つ一つの星座観察をスタッフさんの解りやすい説明で
楽しく観察でき寒さも吹き飛んでしまいました。
次回行く時は、今回見えなかった季節の星座を見に行きます。
楽しい時間を有難う御座いました。

The driver's military-themed chatter eventually became a lullaby. The driver was kind, and the staff for the canyon horseback riding were also friendly and cheerful. Both the sightseeing and horseback riding were satisfying experiences. However, the bus we traveled in was a clunker; the air conditioning was broken, and the speaker broke down midway, making me anxious that it might stop altogether. Since the windows wouldn't open, I was really at a loss with the broken air conditioning. Please fix it soon!

運転手のおじさんの軍ネタマシンガントークがそのうち子守唄になってきます。おじさんは親切だし、渓谷乗馬のお兄さん、お姉さんも親切で明るく、観光も乗馬も満足のいくものでしたが、移動のバスがポンコツで、エアコン壊れてるわ、途中でスピーカも壊れるわ、そのうち止まるのではとヒヤヒヤしました。窓が空かないので、エアコンが壊れてるのには正直参りました。早く直してくださいね。