All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

Although we couldn't see the main attraction, the whale, I was overall satisfied. The view of Diamond Head from the boat was very beautiful! Also, the explanations provided by the staff were interesting, and the banana cake they handed out was really delicious!

肝心の鯨は見れませんでしたが、全体的には満足でした。船から見えるダイヤモンドヘッドはとっても綺麗でした！また、スタッフさんがしてくださる説明も面白く、配られるバナナケーキもとっても美味しかったです！

It was a wonderful experience to see mother and baby whales multiple times! My 3-year-old child enjoyed it very much. The crew only speaks English, but they use pictures for explanations and simplify their language (like using words such as "baby") when talking to us, so we could understand somewhat. Additionally, the menu and explanation sheet on the table, as well as the announcements and explanations, are available in Japanese. When there was an announcement about the whales appearing, everyone moved quickly, so even if I couldn't catch everything, I understood what was happening, haha.

The banana bread was very delicious! Tea, coffee, and water are free, while alcohol and juice are available for a fee. They also provide coloring books and workbooks for toddlers.

The restroom on the boat is spacious enough for wheelchair access, so it was no problem for parents to assist their toddlers inside. I had a preconceived notion that a boat restroom might be dirty like a public restroom, but it turned out to be a stylish and clean restroom with nice tile walls.

親子の鯨を何度も見ることができて、とてもいい体験でした！3歳の子供もとても楽しんでいました。
クルーは英語しか話しませんが、写真を使った解説や、こちらに向けて話す時は簡単な英語（babyなど）にしてくれるのでなんとなくわかります。また、テーブルに置いてあるメニュー表兼説明書と、放送での注意説明や解説は日本語もあります。あと鯨が現れたアナウンスがあった時はみんながワッと移動するので聞き取れなくてもわかります笑
バナナブレッドがとても美味しかったです！紅茶、コーヒー、水はフリーで、アルコール・ジュースは有料です。
幼児向けに塗り絵やワークブックを渡してくれます。
船内にあるトイレは車椅子でも入れるように広いので、親が入って幼児の介助をするのも問題ありませんでした。船のトイレというと公衆トイレみたいに汚いかなとなんとなく思っていましたが、壁のタイルがおしゃれな綺麗なトイレでした。

An amazing and moving experience visiting all 3 locations in Pearl Harbour. The experience was made extra easy and smooth with attention provided by tour guide Marlow.

Very professional and entertaining guide.
Interesting commentary on the way to the top.
Don’t miss it.

The forecast was cloudy, but I was very satisfied to see both the sunset and a sky full of stars! The starry sky was especially beautiful, and I could even see the Pleiades! They lent us warm clothing, so we were able to enjoy it while staying warm!

曇りの予報でしたが、日の入りも満天の星も見られて大満足でした！星空が特に綺麗ですばるまで目視できました！
防寒着を貸してくれるので寒さも凌ぎながら楽しめました！

It was an English-only tour, but I participated without knowing any English at all. The guide explained everything in easy-to-understand English and made it incredibly enjoyable! If you're debating between this and a buggy, I definitely recommend this one! The bicycles are electric and have a mode for uphill, so it's super easy!

英語のみのツアーになりますが、英語が全く分からない状態で参加しました。
ガイドの方が分かりやすい英語で説明してくれ、めちゃくちゃ楽しませてくれました！
バギーと迷っているなら断然こちらをオススメします！
自転車も電動で、坂道用のモードもあるので、ラクラクです♪

Everything was smooth sailing from our pick up at the Hyatt to being delivered back to the Hyatt after. Boarding was quick and easy. We had a member with mobility issues and even though the boat was rocking a little bit while going through the buffet she made it safely back to her seat with all her food still on the plate. Our waiter was Ryan and he was great. Very efficient and he loves to dance. He led us on a music train around the room, then got up and danced on the stage.
Food was decent, what I will say is it is typical buffet food. Nothing stood out as a WOW. The entertainment was good and lively. Also typical Polynesian dances if you've been to a Luau. Fireworks at the end of the night were spectacular and watching them from the water was a highlight.

Terrific experience! Derek was a wonderful guide! Knowledgeable, friendly, and professional! Gave a preview of events, a timeline, and kept to the schedule.
The tour took us to places we probably wouldn't have gone to on our own. We saw turtles on the beautiful black sand beach, enjoyed a walk around the coffee farm with delicious samples. Spent time at Rainbow Falls. Enjoyed cookies at a local bakery. Plenty of opportunities along the way to pickup meaningful, local souvenirs.
But my favorite stops were in Volcano National Park. The caldera was amazing. No spouting lava but lots of smoking vents. The steam vents were amazing as well. Lunch at the cafe was well organized and tasty. The view from the restaurant was great. Beautiful vistas along the route. What more could you ask for???

The local tour guide was American and provided a thorough explanation. It was very cold at the summit, but I was able to endure the cold thanks to the warm clothing and gloves they lent me. The scene of the sunset, the starry sky, and the moment the moon appeared were truly moving.

現地ツアーガイドさんはアメリカ人でしたが丁寧に説明していただきました、山頂は非常に寒いですが上下の防寒着、手袋を貸していただいたので何とか寒さをしのぐことができました。
日が沈むシーン、星空、月が出る瞬間は感動です。

My wife and I first time ride in the atvs. The history of the land
backstories, the amazing mountain views from multiple films that was done here on the island and in this adventure, the guide was well knowledgeable, friendly and professional

I was really worried whether the bus would actually come since I applied from Japan, but it arrived on time, and the explanation in Japanese was very clear, which was great. I was concerned about being on the bus for a long time, but it didn't shake much, and I had a lot of fun. The sunset was also wonderful, and I was moved by the many stars I saw for the first time. Thank you very much.

日本から申し込んだので本当にバスが来てくれるのか不安でしたが、
時間通りに来てくださり、日本語でわかりやすく説明してくださったので良かったです。
長い時間バスに乗るので心配でしたが、さほど揺れることなくとても楽しかったです。
夕日も素晴らしいかったし、
初めてみるたくさんの星に感動しました。
ありがとうございました。

I felt that the crisp air and the grandeur of nature, like the mountains and the sky, are experiences that can't be found in Japan! Thank you!

カラッとした空気感と山や空といった自然の壮大さは、日本では体験できないと思いました！
ありがとうございました！

My first trip abroad to Mauna Kea was wonderful with beautiful scenery. It was a tour that made me want to go again. It was very cold, so next time I want to prepare for the cold.

初の海外でマウナケア山とても景色が良くてよかったです。また行きたいと思えるツアーでした。とても寒かったので次回は寒さ対策して行きたいとおもいます。

Show was great! Chief and his family put so much positive energy into the whole event! Food was very good!

Even though it was raining it was still fun and beautiful scenery. Umbrellas were provided which was so nice.

While being blown by the pleasant winds of Hawaii, we went whale watching. Since it was a large boat, I didn't feel much rocking. Upon boarding, we had the opportunity for a commemorative photo, which we could purchase if we liked. The photo was so lovely that I decided to buy it as a memory of this stay. Additionally, we could see the blue ocean of Hawaii and Diamond Head from the boat, and it felt great to be swayed by the boat while listening to Hawaiian music. This time, we were able to see a mother and her calf whale.

ハワイの心地いい風に吹かれながら鯨探しにいきます。大きな船なのであまり揺れも感じませんでした。乗船時には記念撮影をしていただき、気に入れば購入することができます。素敵な写真だったため今回の滞在の思い出に購入させてもらいました。また、船からハワイの青い海とダイヤモンドヘッドを見渡すことができ、ハワイアンミュージックを聴きながら船に揺られるのもの心地が良かったです。今回は親子のくじらを見ることができました。

It was my first time in Hawaii, so I wanted to get an overall understanding and decided to participate. It was a great decision. In particular, Jonah's guidance was wonderful. He was friendly, kind, and his stories were interesting. I realized that the biggest benefit of joining the tour was being able to hear various stories from the guide. It was a fulfilling day.

初めてのハワイだったので、全体を知りたいと思い、参加。大正解でした。特に、ジョナさんの案内が素晴らしかったです。フレンドリーで、親切で、ガイドも面白かったです。ツアーに入るのは、ガイドさんの色々な話が聞けるのが最も大きいと実感しました。充実した1日でした。

I was very satisfied to see a pod of about five whales. The boat was large and stable, and the staff were very skilled at positioning the boat, often moving to a spot where the whales would appear in a way that made them easy to see. I thought they might be too far away to see, but in reality, they were impressive enough to enjoy even with the naked eye.

5匹ほどのクジラの群れを見ることができて、とても満足でした。船が大きくて安定感もあり、スタッフの方の船の位置取りがとても上手で、いつも見やすい場所に移動してからクジラが現れることが多かったのが印象的でした。遠すぎて見えないかもと思っていましたが、実際は肉眼でも十分迫力があり、しっかり楽しめました。

It was a little confusing to use at first. If we missed the information on a stop we made and then tried to play Shaka as we were driving away, it would not play the location information. That was disappointing.

I thought about going to Haleiwa by using public buses or Uber on my own, but it was the right decision to join a tour instead, as it relieved the pressure of arranging things and worrying about time for my family of four.

自力で路線バスや、Uberを使って、ハレイワに行こうと思いましたが、家族４人、手配や時間の心配なプレッシャーもなくツアー参加にした事は、正解でした。

The weather was nice on the day of the cruise, and the waves were calm, making it perfect for a cruise. Once we boarded the boat, we received an explanation about whales, and afterwards, we enjoyed some pineapple banana bread and coffee. It was very delicious. My elderly mother also said it was tasty and finished it all.

After having our snacks, we went out on the deck and enjoyed cruising while looking at Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea. Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales that day.

The wind wasn't too strong, so cruising in the warm sunshine felt really nice. It would have been amazing to see whales, but I think that's just a matter of luck.

They asked if I would like to board again, so I provided my contact information before disembarking, but in the end, I didn't go for a second ride. If I had more time in my schedule, I would have liked to try again.

当日は天気も良く、波も穏やかで絶好のクルーズ日和でした。
船に乗るとまず、クジラについての説明等があり、その後パイナップルバナナブレッドとコーヒーを頂きました。とても美味しかったです。高齢の母も美味しいと言って完食していました。

軽食を頂いた後は、デッキに出て、ワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドなどを海側から眺めながらのクルージングを楽しみましたが、残念ながら、この日はクジラには会えませんでした。

風もそこまで強くなかったので、暖かい陽射しの中でのクルージングはとても気持ち良かったです。
クジラに会えていたら、最高でしたが、こればっかりは運だと思います。

再度の乗船希望を聞かれたので、連絡先を教えてもらって下船しましたが、結局、2度目の乗船はしませんでした。日程に余裕があったら再挑戦したかったです。

There is a certain degree of unpredictability. It's entirely possible that you might not see anything, but in that case, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while cruising. I participated with that mindset.

I wasn't particularly interested since I could only see parts of the body from a distance, but I thought it would be a rare experience for my child to say, "I saw a whale!" So, I decided to join. As a result, we were able to see a lot, and our whole family was very satisfied.

When I glanced ahead, I noticed many protrusions. It was a pod of dolphins. There was no announcement, so I informed the people around me. If you don't rely solely on announcements and actively look out at the sea, you might get lucky.

I took a taxi to the location. It seemed that many people gathered there. It cost about $25 one way, including tips, from around Halekulani. On the way there, I was dropped off quite far away and had to walk for about 15 minutes. Be sure to tell the driver "Pier 8." For the return trip, I called the taxi company after arriving at the port, and they came in about 20 minutes. There was a souvenir shop, so it was a good way to pass the time. When I told them "Pier 8 near Aloha Tower," they came right to the front.

In the past, my family had a terrible experience on a smaller boat during dolphin watching, but this time, we all enjoyed it without any seasickness. Choosing this boat was the right decision. The pineapple cake we had on board was delicious. There were cold water, coffee, and tea available as drinks. There were also paid drinks, but the complimentary drinks were sufficient. There were 2 or 3 people who got seasick, but most of the guests were happily enjoying whale watching.

運次第なところはあります。
見れない場合も十分にあり得る事、その場合は美しい景色のクルージングを楽しむ。そういう心持ちで参加しました。

身体の一部を遠くで見る事ができる程度のため自分自身はさほど興味はありませんでしたが、子供にとっては「くじらを見た！」という得難い経験になると思い参加しました。
結果として沢山見ることができ、家族一同大満足でした。

ふと目をやった先に突起物がたくさん見えました。イルカの群れでした。
アナウンスは特に無かったので周囲の方々に教えて差し上げました。
アナウンス任せにせず自分でも海を探していたらラッキーなことがあるかもしれません。

現地へはタクシーで行きました。現地集合の方が多かったように思います。
ハレクラニあたりから片道チップ込みで25ドルほどでした。
行きはかなり遠くに降ろされてしまい15分も歩きました。必ず「ピア8」とお伝えしてください。
帰りは港へ到着してからタクシー会社へ電話して20分ほどで来てくれました。
お土産屋さんがありましたのでいい時間つぶしになりました。
配車の際「アロハタワーの近くのピア8」とお伝えしたらきちんと目の前まで来てくれました。
過去、もっと小さな船でドルフィンウォッチングに参加した際全滅した我が家でも酔い止めなしで全員楽しめました。こちらの船を選んで正解でした。
船内でいただいたパイナップルケーキが美味しかったです。
ドリンクは冷たいお水やコーヒー、紅茶もありました。
有料ドリンクもありましたが無料サービスのドリンクで十分でした。
船酔いされた方は2～3名いましたがほとんどの方が元気にホエールウォッチングを楽しんでおられました。

I stayed at Twin Fin, and it was really great that the hotel provided transportation from Waikiki to Haleiwa, as it's quite far to go on your own!

First, we did a little sightseeing in the city, and then they took us to the Dole Plantation. The driver acted as a guide throughout the journey, which really deepened my knowledge, and he was humorous, making it a lot of fun.

In Haleiwa, we had free time to try the famous garlic shrimp, but personally, I was really happy to be able to drink a latte made with coffee beans that can only be found on the North Shore!

ツインフィンに宿泊していたのですが、ワイキキからハレイワまで個人で行くととても遠いのを、ホテルから連れて行ってくれるので、とてもありがたいツアーでした！
まず、市内観光を少しして、Doleプランテーションに連れて行ってくれるのですが、始終運転手の方が移動中ガイドをしてくれるので、知識もとても深まりましたし、ユーモアのあるガイドで楽しかったです。
ハレイワではかの有名なガーリックシュリンプもフリータイムで食べに行くことも出来るのですが、個人的にはノースショアでしか獲ることのできないコーヒー豆を使ったラテを飲めたのがとても嬉しかったです♪

The guided tour was enjoyable and fulfilling! During sunset, the guide took a lot of photos, and when I looked at those pictures later, it reminded me of the fun we had at that time. Thank you! 😊

ガイドツアーの方も楽しく、満喫できました！！サンセットの時にガイドの方がたくさん写真を撮ってくださり、後でその写真を見た時にあの時の楽しさを思い出しました。ありがとうございます😊

We were over 30 minutes early for the scheduled tour shuttle, which was good because they showed up right after we did and wanted to leave.
The guide was very nice, but carried on a conversation with the passenger in the front seat for a lot of the time, and didn't inform us about much in the 3+ hours we spent in the van.
It was mostly cloudy all day, but he said it would clear up on top of the mountain. Well.. it didn't. He had a nice jackets, chairs and a blanket for everyone, as well as a nice telescope. The sky opened up for a quick look at Jupiter and it's moons, and our moon, but nothing else. We spent inside of 2 minutes total, looking through the telescope. Not much discussion of anything at all. It was a total bust and certainly not worth $230 per person. Make sure the sky will be clear and the moon will not be out as it makes it nearly impossible to see anything. Otherwise you're wasting your time and money. I know the tour guide doesn't control the weather, and he did offer a return trip next time we were on the island with a half day to spend in a van, but we will pass.

It is a really wonderful trip. Very good tour guide. Execllent photos took by professional photographer.

The tour was kind and there were no issues at all! I recommend it because you can enjoy the scenery without getting bored from the meeting point to the destination!

ツアーは親切で困ることはなかったです！集合場所から目的地までも退屈することなく景色楽しめるのでおすすめです！

Our tour guide was awesome! Albachino was our tour guide and he was hilarious, knowledgeable, and so kind!

I was worried about whether we could go to the summit because of the rain forecast, but it wasn't raining near the top, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset. I also enjoyed taking many photos and learning about various places. The guide was very, very kind, which was great. There were too many clouds to see the stars, so I want to try again in the future. The sandwiches for dinner were also very delicious.

雨予報だったため山頂に行けるか不安でしたが、山頂付近は雨が降っておらず夕陽が見れてとても綺麗でした。また各所の説明と写真をたくさん撮っていただけて楽しめました。ガイドの方がとてもとても親切でよかったです。雲が多く星は見えなかったため、今後リベンジしたいです。夕ご飯のサンドイッチもとても美味しかったです。

The Fern Grotto tour was a great precursor to the Smith Family Luau. The trek was interesting, and we learned some historical facts, and saw some beautiful scenery. The hula dancing was fun (to watch). It was well worth the time