All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

Had a fantastic tour around the island. We had short stops at all the places of interest. The highlight of the day was seeing turtles coming out of the water onto the beach.
It was a very full day with lots to see and great it was a small group.
It would have been great to make a stop at Haleiwa as it looked interesting but we were running out of time.
Overall a fantastic day

This is my first time visiting Kauai, even though it's my ninth trip to Hawaii. It's the filming location of Elvis Presley's movie "Blue Hawaii." Memories of my youth come rushing back. I've always wanted to visit here, so I'm overwhelmed with emotion.

I came with my husband, and we are a couple aged 70 and 69. It's said that couples who visit here will find happiness. We took a boat tour that lasted 1 hour and 20 minutes round trip. At the fern cave, we landed and enjoyed hula dancing and music.

There were only two other families of Japanese couples and their daughters who were around the same age as us. Although everything was in English, we had no trouble communicating.

It was a romantic and sacred-feeling place. I tried to upload photos, but unfortunately, I couldn't.

ハワイ9回目にして初めてのカウアイ島。
エルビスプレスリーの映画「ブルーハワイ」のロケ地。
青春の思い出が蘇ってきます。一度訪れてみたいと思っていたので、感無量です。
夫と二人で来ました。70才と69才の夫婦。ここを訪れたカップルは幸せになれるとか、言われています。船に乗って、往復で1時間20分のツアーでした。シダの洞窟では、上陸してフラダンスや音楽を鑑賞しました。
日本人は、私たち夫婦と同じ年代のご夫婦と娘さんのご家族の二組だけでした。
英語だけですが、言葉の不自由はないです。
ロマンチックで、かつ、神聖な感じのする場所でした。
写真が、アップしようとしたのですが、できなくて残念です。

This is absolutely a bucket list trip that everyone should take. It’s an amazing place with the USS Arizona Memorial and the tragedy of WWII. Finishing with the USS Missouri.

This was one of the best excursions we did while visiting Kauai. We highly recommend this!!! The scenery was an amazing, the stories of the area, and the wonderful guides we had. The guides took their time in explaining things and making sure we were safe and felt comfortable on the trails. The stories were fantastic and there was plenty of time and view the sights and take pictures. This is a must do and we can’t wait to go again when we are in Kauai!!

On the second day of our arrival, I was worried about my health, but I enjoyed the great nature and delicious food of Hawaii from morning until evening. Our guide, J, drove safely and was very considerate, stopping at places not on the schedule while checking the situation, and taking photos for us at each destination. I can't thank him enough. There were three other groups of participants besides us, and everyone was very kind, which allowed us to relax and enjoy our time. Thank you for your hard work, J. I would love to join again!

到着2日目で体調が心配でしたが、朝から夕までハワイの大自然と美味しいものを満喫しました。
ガイドのＪさんは安全運転かつ、とても気が利いた方で、スケジュールにはない場所も様子を見ながら寄ってくださったり、行く先々で写真を撮ってくださったり、感謝しかありません。
ツアー参加者は私たち以外に3組いらっしゃいましたが、みなさんとても優しかったので、リラックスして過ごせました。
ガイドのＪさん、お疲れさまでした。
また参加したい！

Right after departure, we were covered in clouds, and I wondered how it would turn out with occasional rain, but as we gained altitude, the clouds cleared (or rather, we emerged above the clouds), and both the sunset and the starry sky were incredibly beautiful.

While there are places in Japan where you can see the starry sky and enjoy views from mountain summits, the scale here is completely different. I was moved to see the Southern Cross and the Milky Way.

The guide primarily spoke English, but they also checked in with us in Japanese to see if we were feeling okay, which was very considerate and helpful.

出発直後から雲に覆われ、時折、雨模様でどうなることかと思いましたが、標高が上がるにつれ雲が切れ（というか雲の上に出て）、サンセットも星空も大変きれいに見えました。
国内でも、星空が見えるところがあったり、山頂からの景色を楽しめるところはいくつもありますが、ここはスケールが全く違い、南十字星や天の川も見ることができて感動モノでした。
ガイドさんも英語メインでしたが、つど日本語で体調大丈夫？みたいに気を使っていただいて助かりました。

We went directly to the North Shore without stopping and arrived early. The shop opening times varied, but we enjoyed eating acai bowls and browsing around the town as the shops opened. We had plenty of time, about five hours, to leisurely have lunch and take our time exploring the stores, making for a meaningful experience. On the way back, we also went non-stop and arrived in Waikiki in about an hour. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

ノースショアまで、ノンストップで、直行し、
早い時間に到着。ショップの開店時間はまちまちでしたが、、アサイーボールを食べたり、開店したお店をみながら、街をブラブラ。
5時間と時間たっぷりですが、昼食をノンビリたべたり、お店をゆっくり見たり、有意義な時間を過ごしました。帰りもノンストップで、１時間程度で、ワイキキに到着しました。
機会があれば、また参加したいです。

This show blew me away from the staff to the dancers it was absolutely a top notch show and would go again. I recommend this show to anyone it was absolutely amazing!

I was able to visit all the places I wanted to go. Our guide, Ken, was fantastic and taught us a lot about Hawaii. I can't write everything here, but he also shared some hidden gems with us. Hawaii isn't a place I can visit often, but when I do go again, I will definitely reach out for help.

全ての行きたい所に行けました。ガイドのKENさんも、色々ハワイの事を教えて頂き、サイコーでした。ここには書けませんが、穴場なども教えて頂きました。ハワイには、なかなか行ける場所ではないですが、行く時は、是非またお願いいたします。

We participated as a family of five.
There was one other group of Japanese participants besides us.
We had a unique and amazing experience with the sunset and starry sky that you can only have here!
If you come to the Big Island, this is definitely a must-do.
The guide was Japanese and kindly assisted us in Japanese.

家族5人で参加しました。
私たち以外にも日本人参加者は1組いました。
ここでしかできない夕日と星空の唯一無二の最高の経験ができました！
ハワイ島に来たなら絶対行くべきです。
ガイドの方は日本人の方で、私たちに日本語で丁寧に対応してくださいました。

This tour was absolutely amazing and our driver Pattrick was the best part! He was so polite, friendly and made us feel like in home! We loved him! Thank you Pattrick!!!

I'm a little worried if I can make it to the top when looking up from below.
On the well-maintained hiking trail, I arrived at the summit before I knew it.
The weather was perfect, and the view was amazing.

下から見上げるとあの上までたどり着けるかちょっと心配
整備された登山道で、あれよあれやで頂上に到着
天気も最高、見渡す風景も最高でした

I decided on this tour after arriving in Hawaii. The day after I made the reservation on my smartphone, the tour company contacted me in Japanese to confirm my booking and kindly provided details about the meeting place. The meeting time on the day of the tour was reasonable, which was great.

We started off by eating malasadas right away, and then we stopped at various places, which gave us plenty of opportunities to take photos. We also visited a macadamia nut farm where we got to taste samples and pick up some souvenirs.

For lunch, we had garlic shrimp, which was delicious. After that, we had something like banana spring rolls for dessert. At the North Shore, we were able to see sea turtles as well. The food was included in the tour, making it a fulfilling day overall.

ハワイに到着してからこのツアーを決めました。
スマホで予約した翌日には催行会社の方から日本語で予約確認が入り、集合場所も丁寧に教えてくれました。
当日の集合時間も無理ない時間で、良かったです。
出発して直にマラサダを食べ、その後、色々な場所に止まり、結構写真を撮る機会が多くありました。
またマカダミアナッツファームにも寄って味見しながらお土産をゲット。
ランチはガーリックシュリンプ🦐。
美味しかったです。
その後、バナナの春巻きのようなものがデザートで。
ノースショアではウミガメも見ることができました。
食べ物もツアーに含まれていて、1日充実したツアーでした。

I learned about the wonderful aspects of Hawaii beyond Waikiki. It was not just about seeing the scenery; I enjoyed it even more thanks to the guide's explanations. The guide was incredibly fun, and it became a great memory.

ワイキキ以外のハワイの素晴らしいところが知れました。ただ景色を見るだけじゃなくガイドさんの説明でより深く楽しめました。
ガイドさんが最高に楽しい方でいい思い出になりました。

Had to use a premium drink ticket for a diet coke. Gimme a break.
Lobster presentation was unacceptable. Lobster should have been served out of the shell, very messy.
Entertainment was good

LeaLea Trolley - Complete Coverage of All Routes

The East Oahu Scenic Line offered thrilling views that I thoroughly enjoyed. This time, I rode it four times. The color of the ocean changes depending on the time of day. No matter how many times I ride, the scenery never gets boring. It seems that the first morning trip tends to be crowded.

LeaLeaトロリー　全路線制覇

東オアフ絶景・ラインは、スリル満点で絶景を楽しめました。今回は、4回乗りました。
時間帯により違う海色が見えます。
何度乗っても飽きない景気でした。
朝一便目は混み合うみたいです。

I was happily walking through the greenery when I arrived at the waterfall. There is a shuttle service, making trekking easy. After the valley, we had lunch in the town of Haleiwa. I was impressed by the juicy hamburger!! At Matsumoto Shave Ice, I had the matcha special. I heard they make the adzuki beans from scratch every day. It was delicious. The driver was very kind and gave us helpful advice.

緑の中を楽しく歩いていたら　滝に到着。
シャトルもあつて、楽にトレッキングができます。
渓谷の後は、ハレイワの町でランチ。
ジューシーなハンバーグに感激！！
マツモトシェーブアイスで抹茶スペシャル。
小豆は毎日豆から作っているそうです。
美味しかった。
ドライバーさん親切な方でアドバイス頂き助かりました。

This trip was with three senior friends to the Big Island of Hawaii. We were looking forward to this tour, the main event of our last day. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was wonderful, but the starry sky afterwards felt like being inside a dome, allowing us to truly feel the universe. I'm really glad I participated. It became the best memory. Thank you to our guide for working hard to communicate in Japanese.

今回はシニアの友人3人でのハワイ島への旅行でした。最後の日のメインイベントのこのツアーを楽しみにしていました。マウナケア山頂からのサンセットも素晴らしかったけど、その後の満点の星空はまるでドームの中にいるような感覚で宇宙を感じることが出来ました。
本当に参加して良かったです。最高の思い出になりました。ガイドさんも、頑張って日本語で一生懸命に対応してくださり、ありがとうございました。

I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour at the summit of Mauna Kea on the Big Island. It was a small group tour with about 10 people, which made for a relaxed experience.

The sandwich we had along the way was delicious and satisfying. The sunset from the summit was truly beautiful, and I was moved by the view spreading over the sea of clouds. The starry sky after sunset was also amazing, shining brightly in a way that only a high place without city lights can offer.

What made me happy was that we were the only Japanese participants, but our guide was Japanese. In between explanations to the other groups, he provided detailed information about constellations and celestial bodies in Japanese.

For those considering going to Mauna Kea individually, I recommend joining a tour. You can enjoy the breathtaking views without worrying about driving on mountain roads or managing your health at high altitudes. If you want to see the sunset or love stargazing, definitely consider participating!

ハワイ島でマウナケア山頂のサンセットと星空観測ツアーに参加しました。4グループ10名ほどの少人数ツアーだったので、ゆったり過ごせて良かったです。

途中で食べたサンドウィッチが美味しくて満足。山頂からの夕陽は本当に綺麗で、雲海の上に広がる景色に感動しました。日が落ちた後の星空も、街明かりのない高い場所ならではの輝きで最高でした。

嬉しかったのは、日本人の参加者は私たちだけでしたが、ガイドさんが日本人だったこと。他のグループへの説明の合間に、日本語で星座や天体について詳しく教えてくれました。

個人でマウナケアに行くか迷っている方は、ツアー参加をおすすめします。山道の運転や高地での体調管理など、ツアーなら安心して絶景を楽しめますよ。夕日を見たい方・星空好きの方はぜひ参加してみてください！​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Great tour, well organised. We had a great time, saw a lot of the island’ s beauties and our guide couldn’ t be better.

Mathew the Shuttle driver was great, provided us with lots of information and recommendations.

They came to pick us up near the hotel as scheduled. There were four groups on the bus, and we were the only Japanese. During the ride, the driver shared information about Hawaii's history in English.

After arriving at Dole, we had malasadas and mineral water for breakfast. The driver also explained how to buy tickets and recommended some food options.

After the Dole experience, we went to the North Shore. Although we couldn't go to the famous sign, the driver introduced us to well-known spots before parking, and then we had free time. We could stop by Matsumoto Shave Ice, garlic shrimp, Patagonia, and more.

On the way back, we visited famous spots around Waikiki, such as King Kamehameha, while the driver provided commentary as we headed toward Waikiki. It was nice to be able to give a tip comfortably.

予定通りホテル近くに迎えに来てくれました。バスの中には４組、日本人は私たちだけでした。道中は運転手の方が英語でハワイの歴史について教えてくれます。
ドール到着後は、朝ごはんとしてマラサダとミネラルウォーターをいただきました。
チケットの買い方やおすすめのフードも運転手さんが教えてくれます。
ドール体験後は、ノースショアに行きました。有名な看板へは行けないですが、運転手さんが駐車場に停める前に有名どころを紹介してくれ、以降は自由行動。マツモトシェーブアイスやガーリックシュリンプ、パタゴニアなどに立ち寄ることができます。
帰りには、カメハメハ大王などワイキキ周辺の有名スポットに立ち寄り、車内から解説しながらワイキキに向かってくれました。気持ちよくチップもお渡しすることができました。

Shawn is super polite and well educated in many topics regarding the lava, plant life, history and sites on the islands. He was particularly helpful in suggesting to us to change the itinerary so we could see the active eruption and we are so happy he made the suggestion. 100% well worth the private tour. We changed things up and kinda called audibles throughout the day and Shawn was all about it. We had a great dinner and the day was a total success. Thank you.

It was a wonderful tour.
My spouse and I participated in the tour. Since we were at an altitude of about 4200 meters, we were worried about the thin air and cold, but our guide was always attentive to our condition. We enjoyed the most beautiful sunset in the world and the starry night sky, which sparkled differently from the plains.
We received a lot of explanations about various constellations and information about the Big Island, making it a highly satisfying tour.

とても素晴らしいツアーでした。
夫婦でツアーに参加しました。標高約4200mの山頂ですので空気の薄さと寒さが心配でしたが、ガイドの方から常に体調を気遣っていただき、この世で一番ビューティフルなサンセットと平地での輝きと全然違う夜空に輝く満点の星を満喫しました。
色々な星座の解説やハワイ島の事もたくさん説明していただけて、非常に満足度の高いツアーでした。

In Haleiwa, the weather was unfortunately rainy and quite strong, but I was glad to be able to shop at the store I wanted to visit. Especially, the Florence apparel is hard to find in Waikiki, and it seemed to have just opened, so I felt lucky. I don't want to drive overseas, so I've relied on them a few times. I also took some cute photos of a cat on the beach, which I really like.

ハレイワでは、雨が強く降ったりあいにくの天気でしたが、行きたかったショップで買い物が出来て良かったです。特にFlorenceのウェアはワイキキではなかなか手に入らないし、OPEN間もないようでラッキーでした。海外で運転したくないので、何回かお世話になっています。海岸で可愛いネコさんの写真も撮れて気にいっています。

This was an incredible experience and a highlight of the trip for our family. We particularly enjoyed the submarine and the tour of the ship.

We participated as a couple in mid-February. The schedule was manageable, and the guide's hospitality was wonderful. It was so cold at the summit that there was still snow, but they provided warm clothing for free, allowing us to have a comfortable time. Unfortunately, the weather and timing were disappointing. The clouds were thick all day, and we couldn't see the sunset on the horizon. Additionally, since it was a full moon period, it turned out to be more about moon viewing than stargazing, which was unexpected due to a lack of prior research.

2月中旬に夫婦で参加しました。
日程に無理がなく、ガイドさんのホスピタリティが素晴らしく、山頂は雪が残るほど寒かったのですが防寒着も無料で貸してくださり、快適な時間を過ごすことができました。
残念だったのは、天候と時期。この日はずっと雲が立ち込めていて、地平線に夕陽が沈む姿は拝めませんでした。
また、満月の時期だったため、天体観測というより月見になったことも、事前調査不足による想定外でした。

They came to pick me up earlier than scheduled. After signing some documents, we moved to a few other pickup locations and then headed to Diamond Head. Once everyone gathered, the guide started. I only understood about half of what was said, but it seemed like most of it was jokes. Everyone except me seemed to be native English speakers. However, it was no problem at all if you couldn't speak. The entrance fee and reservation for Diamond Head were handled by Veltra, so you can get in without doing anything. I was dropped off at the entrance of Diamond Head around 8:40, received a bottle of water, and was told to be back by 10:30.

The hike to Diamond Head takes about 30 to 40 minutes one way. There are many bumpy areas and stairs, so I recommend wearing sneakers. It can be quite windy and relatively cold at the top, so having a light jacket might be a good idea.

After coming down, I relaxed on a bench and looked at souvenirs. I was a bit anxious when the return pickup didn't arrive on time, but I thought, "This is America, so it’s probably normal." You also receive water on the way back, which you can decline if you don't want it. The drop-off location can be either the pickup spot or your hotel if it's nearby.

I gave a $10 bill as a tip, which seemed to be the average amount based on what I saw from other participants. I joined as a solo male traveler, but I wasn't singled out or anything; it was a straightforward and nice tour. If you can understand some English, this option is cheaper than a Japanese guide with tips included, so I think it's sufficient. For those who can use Lealea, it's easy to go that way. If you take The Bus, you get dropped off in front of the tunnel, so there's quite a bit of walking, but it's cheaper.

予定の時間よりも早く迎えに来てくれました。書類にサインして、他のピックアップ場所へ何箇所か移動して、ダイヤモンドヘッドへ。全員集合すると、ガイドが始まります。半分くらいしかわかりませんでしたが、ジョークが大半だったような気がします。私以外は英語ネイティブっぽかったです。でも喋れなくても全く問題なしです。ダイヤモンドヘッドの入場料や予約はベルトラがしてくれますので、何もしなくても入れます。8:40くらいにダイヤモンドヘッドの入り口で降ろされて、お水渡されて、帰りは10:30にココ！と言われました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドへのハイキングは片道だいたい30〜40分くらい。ガタガタのところや階段も多いので、スニーカーをおすすめします。上の方は風がとても強くて、割と寒いので、薄い上着あるといいかもしれないです。
降りてきてからは、ベンチに座ってのんびりしたり、お土産みたりしていました。
帰りは時間通りに迎えが来ず、少し不安でしたが、アメリカなのでそんなもんだろうと。
帰りも水を渡されます。要らなければ断れます。降ろす場所はピックアップ場所か、泊まってるホテルが近ければ送ってくれます。
チップは余っていた10ドル札を渡しました。他の参加者を見ててもそのくらいが平均かなと思います。
男1人で参加でしたが、特にいじられることもなく、さっぱりしていて、いいツアーだと思いました。
多少英語が聞き取れれば、日本語ガイドチップ入りよりも安いので、こちらで十分だと思います。
レアレア利用できる人はそれで行くのが楽です。ザ・バスで行くと、トンネルの前で降りるので割と歩きますが、安いです。

First of all, the hospitality from the guide was excellent. They were very considerate, and I was able to enjoy my time comfortably.

I think the tour content was good, but if I had to be picky, I would have liked a few more unique programs (like places or shops not listed in guidebooks).

I would like to request plans from this tour company in the future. I definitely recommend it.

まずガイドの方のおもてなしは最高でした
とても気遣って頂き気持ち良く過ごせました

ツアーの内容は良かったと思いますが
欲を言えばもう少しレアなプログラムが有れば良いかと思います
(ガイドブックに載って無い店や場所とか)

今後もこのツアー会社さんのプランをお願いしたいと思います
ぜひお勧めです

I felt that a trolley is absolutely necessary for a stay in Honolulu. The LeaLea Trolley has many routes, and the courses are set up with tourists in mind, making it very fulfilling. Just riding it allows you to feel the essence of Hawaii, and the cost performance was great.

ホノルル滞在にトロリーは絶対必要だと感じました。LeaLeaトロリーは路線数も多いし、観光客目線でコースも設定されており、充実した内容でした。乗ってるだけで、ハワイを感じれるコスパもグッドでした。