All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

A bit smaller than past luaus, but was right oceanside and staff really put it all out there for the show!

Had a wonderful day with my husband, it was some parts relaxed and some super crazy thril ride. Be prepared!

One of the best experiences I had on Hawaii! Thrilling!!!

After making a reservation in Japan, head to the store counter at the designated time. It takes a bit of time to enter the tour's specified website and sign contracts in case of accidents. Since there are no Japanese speakers, it can be challenging if you don't understand some English (a translation device is also possible).

After that, you put on the gear, wear a helmet, and head up the mountain in a microbus. If you're wearing a baseball cap, you can wear it under the helmet, but other types are not allowed. Initially, you'll slide down a distance of about 20 meters to get accustomed to it after a safety briefing before starting.

From the second run onward, the distance gradually increases, and finally, you'll have a long run over the valley from a platform about 6 meters high. About ten people are accompanied by two guides, ensuring safety at all times. People of all ages, from children to the elderly, can safely enjoy the beautiful scenery.

日本で予約して、現地の予約時間にお店のカウンターへ。ツアーの指定したHPに入って、事故等が起きた場合の契約書などへのサインを行うのに、少し時間がかかります。日本語を話す人はいませんので、ある程度の英語を理解出来ないと苦しい。（翻訳機でも可能ですけど）。
そのあと、装具を身につけてヘルメットを被りマイクロバスで山の上の方へ向かう。野球帽ならばヘルメットの下に被れるけど、他のタイプはダメ。最初は20メートルくらいにのもので、スタート前の安全など講義後に慣れる意味で滑る。
2本目から徐々に距離が伸びていき、最後は6mくらいの高さの台から谷超えのロングラン。10名くらいに二人のガイドが同行して、常に安全を確保。子供から高齢者の方まで安全に綺麗でな、景色を楽しめます。

Since I was staying in Ko Olina, I went by rental car instead of using the shuttle plan. I paid the parking fee in cash at the entrance, and when I headed back to the entrance after parking, a Japanese staff member greeted me. They provided a thorough explanation of the park and how to use the lockers, which was very helpful. I was able to ride the slides without much waiting, but it was disappointing that some attractions were not operating. On weekdays, the park closed at 3 PM, so it felt like it closed in no time.

コオリナに宿泊していたので、送迎プランではなくレンタカーで行きました。
駐車場の入り口で代金を現金で支払い、駐車後に入口へ向かうと、日本人スタッフの方が声をかけてくれました。一通りの園内の説明やロッカーの利用方法も教えてもらえて助かりました。スライダーはほぼ並ぶことなく乗ることが出来ますが、一部運行していないアトラクションもあり残念でした。平日は１５時までだったので、あっという間に閉園になってしまいました。

We participated with our middle school child who wanted to go horseback riding, making it a family of three.

The guide explained the history of Kualoa Ranch, including movie filming locations and the World War II munitions depot, in English and broken English while we leisurely rode the horses. It was a very satisfying tour where we could enjoy the scenery and horseback riding at a relaxed pace.

Since we booked the morning tour, we enjoyed delicious hamburgers at the cafeteria afterward. We had Hawaiian cuisine made with ingredients from Kualoa Ranch. The attached souvenir shop was also well-stocked, and our child was very happy. A little further away, there was a farmers market selling local coffee, honey, vegetables, meat, and ice pops, which was a lot of fun.

The atmosphere was relaxed, and we could enjoy the day at a leisurely pace. I definitely want to visit again.

乗馬をしたいと言う中学生の子供と家族３人で参加しました。

６人分ループでガイドの方が英語とカタコトの英語で映画のロケ地になったところや第二次世界大戦次の爆薬庫、クアロアランチの歴史などをのんびりお馬さんに乗りながら説明してくださいました。ゆっくりしたペースで景色と乗馬を満喫できて大満足なツアーでした。

午前中のツアーを予約したので、終了後はカフェテリアで美味しいハンバーガーをいただきました。クアロアランチ産の食材を使ったハワイ料理がいただけます。併設のお土産屋さんも充実で子供も満足していました。少し離れた場所にはファーマーズマーケットがあり、ローカルのコーヒーや蜂蜜、ランチで採れた野菜やお肉、アイスキャンディーなどが売られていて、楽しかったです。

のんびりとした時間が流れていて、1日のんびり楽しめます。
是非、再訪したいな、と思いました。

I participated in a tour that gathered on-site. The ticket exchange was clearly explained and went smoothly.

Some of the thrilling slides were closed at times, possibly due to a lack of staff. I was disappointed that the lazy river, which I was looking forward to, was closed all day. The closing time was a bit early, so I couldn't fully enjoy my time there. However, the fact that we could play without waiting too much made the kids very happy.

While it wasn't a day filled with endless fun, I enjoyed the relatively quick access to slides similar to those at Yomiuri Land's pool in a relaxed atmosphere.

現地集合のツアーでの参加でした。
チケット交換なども分かりやすく説明してあり、スムースでした。

絶叫スライダーなどは人不足なのか、時間によりお休みしているものもありました。楽しみにしていた流れるプールも終日休みでがっかりでした。
終了時間が早めなので、満喫！と言うところまではいきませんでした。
ただ、あまり並ばずに遊べたのは子供も大喜びでした。

1日たくさん遊んで大満足！と言うほどではありませんが、のんびりとしたなか、読売ランドのプールのようなスライダーを比較的サクサクと楽しめたのはよかったです。

Very friendly staffs and pick up from Waikīkī hotel is included in this price!
We saw at least 3 huge turtles! Happy!

Hayato, the Japanese guide, rode with us on the shuttle bus and provided explanations on the way to the port. The photographer was a foreigner, but he tried to communicate using a translation device and was very kind. The boat was double-decker, with foreigners on the first floor and Japanese on the second. There were two Japanese guides on the second floor to assist us. It was quite rocky, and some people felt sick, so it's advisable to take motion sickness medication. Children from the age of five can swim, but they need to jump off the boat one by one with fins and snorkel sets, so it might be scary unless the child is very adventurous.

Unfortunately, on the day we participated, we couldn't swim with the dolphins, but we were able to see them from the boat. (There are areas where swimming with them is not allowed.) In the snorkeling area, we saw turtles, so we could swim with them.

On the return bus, I tried to get off in front of the hotel, but the door closed right in front of me, and in the end, we had to stop at the hotel one more time to drop us off. The driver didn't speak Japanese and seemed hard of hearing, so I recommend that those who are not confident in their English sit in the front seats to get off quickly.

日本人ガイドのハヤトさんが送迎のバスから一緒に乗ってくださって、港にいくまでの間に説明をしてくれました。カメラマンさんは外国の方でしたが、翻訳機能を使って意思疎通をしようとしてくれて、とても良い方でした。二階建ての船でしたが、外国の方が１階、日本人は2階で振り分けられていました。2階には日本人ガイドさんが２人いてサポートしてくださいました。結構揺れて気持ち悪くなってる方がいたので酔い止めは飲んだ方がいいです。５歳からスイムも可能となっていますが、船から一人ずつフィンとシュノーケルセットをつけて飛び降りる必要があるので、よほど冒険心のあるお子さんでないと怖いのではないかなと思いました。
私たちが参加した日は残念ながらイルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできなかったのですが、船の上からイルカを見ることはできました。（エリアによって一緒に泳げないエリアがあります。）またシュノーケルエリアでは亀がいたので、亀と一緒に泳ぐことはできました。
帰りのバスでホテル前で降りようとしましたが、目の前で扉を閉められてしまい、結局最後にもう一度ホテルに寄って降ろしてもらいました。運転手さんは日本語が話せない方で耳も遠い感じだったので、英語に自信のない方は前方の席に座って素早く降りることをおすすめします。

I went with children who aren't very familiar with Elvis or Michael, but they had a great time. In addition, there are hula performances and fire shows, so I think it's a good show! Also, at the end, you can take photos with the performers and have conversations with them!

エルビスやマイケルをあまり知らない子供と行きましたがとても楽しんでいました。
それ以外にもフラやファイヤーショーなども見られるので良いショーだと思います！
また帰り際には出演者さんと一緒に写真が撮れ会話も交わせます！

Although the weak yen has resulted in considerable expenses, since I was going to board anyway, I booked a 5-star experience with fireworks on Friday and a course meal.

From the moment I boarded, I was guided to a special floor via the elevator, and the dinner set was nicely arranged at my seat, creating an excellent atmosphere.

Of course, the sunset was beautiful, and after the luxurious meal, there was a dinner show, followed by the fireworks viewed from the ship, which were breathtaking. Everyone moved to the side where the fireworks could be seen, making the boat feel like it was tilting a bit (laughs).

It became a wonderful memory of my trip to Hawaii. I highly recommend the 5-star experience!

円安でかなりの出費にはなりますが、どうせ乗船するなら、金曜日の花火付きで、コース料理も食べられる5スターを予約しました。

乗船する時から、エレベーターでの特別フロアへのご案内、席にはディナーセットがきちんと用意され、雰囲気も抜群。

サンセットはもちろんのこと、豪華なお食事の後はディナーショー、そして船上から見る花火は、圧巻でした。みんな花火が見える方に移動するので、気持ち船が傾いているような(笑)

ハワイ観光の良い思い出になりました。
5スター、おすすめです！

I was very excited to go on this activity, but unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend it. When you arrive at check-in, they will not validate your parking (which is the opposite of the information you get in your confirmation email) so expect to pay $15 for parking and not $4. Next, they will take some pictures in front of a wall mural before you go into the boat. They don't give you a choice of whether you want to be photographed or not and they do not tell you that the pictures will cost $50 if you want them. The pictures actually came out nice so I asked if I could just buy one and they said that was not possible...way to be accommodating to your guests. The time on the cruise is way too long and they could really use a host that sounds excited to be there. The singer was fine but keeps the energy too mellow, you could see that everyone was ready to get off the cruise after an hour. I specifically chose this type of boat expecting that it would be more stable and I wouldn't get seasick but I did. I'd say if you really want a sunset cruise experience, I'd try out a catamaran since the vibe on those looks a lot more lively and friendly than on this bigger vessel...The best part of the cruise was of course the views (the bartender and server were nice as well.)

I was really grateful that I could cancel until 5:00 PM the day before because my child was unwell. I rescheduled for another day, and when I arrived, I was asked, "Is this Mr./Ms. 〇〇?" and given my tickets, which was quite smooth. I plan to purchase from here again next time.

There is a baggage check at the entrance. Inflatable rings are not allowed, but you can rent them. You can also freely use life jackets, but there were no sizes that were too small. I brought my own arm rings.

The wave pool was stronger than anything in Japan, and both adults and children had a lot of fun. The height restrictions for the slides were quite lenient. I was clearly 1 cm short, but they didn't measure closely, so I was able to enjoy myself.

It mostly had a family-friendly atmosphere, and there are areas where small children can have fun.

The parking fee is $20, but card payments are accepted.

子供が体調を崩し、前日の17:00までならキャンセルできたのが本当にありがたかったです。そして別日にリベンジしましたが、窓口でその日は日本人の予約が少なかったのか「〇〇さん？」と聞かれチケットを渡されました。かなりスムーズでした。次回もこちらから購入しようと思います。

入口で手荷物検査あります。浮き輪持ち込みNGですが貸してもらえます。また、ライフジャケットも自由に使えますが小さすぎるサイズはなかったです。アームリングは持参しました。

波のプールは日本にはないほどの強さで大人も子供もとても楽しめました。スライダーの身長制限は甘々でした。明らかに1cmは足りなかったのですが細かく測られることもなく、楽しむことができました。

ほとんどがファミリーな印象でした。小さい子が楽しめるエリアもあります。

駐車場代は20ドルかかりますがカードOKでした。

Beautiful, everyone was very kind. It was organized. Good was good. We had a good time.

This was definitely the best Atv raptor tour I got to do with my family…made the vacation even more enjoyable…the scenery while driving was incredible…very friendly staff…definitely worth the trip…

This was a local tour on the Big Island of Hawaii. The original plan was to drive to the summit (4,200 meters) to watch the sunset, and then observe the stars in the night sky at another location.

However, at the visitor center (2,800 meters), the area was covered in clouds, and the road was closed, preventing us from reaching the summit. I had heard that the summit of Mauna Kea is above the clouds and has low weather risks, but I realized there is a risk of road closures along the way.

After that, we were able to observe the stars from a lower area (1,800 meters). We could see Saturn, and the night sky was magnificent.

ハワイ本島での現地ツアーです。元々の予定は、車で山頂（4200メートル）に登り日の入りを見学、その後別の場所で夜空で星を観察というものでした。

ところが、途中のビジターセンター（2800メートル）で辺りが雲に覆われて道路が閉鎖され、山頂に行けませんでした。マウナケア山頂は雲の上にあり天候リスクが少ないと聞いていましたが、途中の道が閉鎖されるリスクを認識しました。

その後、少し下った広場（1800メートル）で夜空の星を観察出来ました。土星も見え、星空は素晴らしかったです。

Walking among the ocean, wind, and clear skies on the beach was amazing! The horses didn't smell, and there were few bugs. I'll join again when I come to Hawaii in a few years!

海、風、晴れ空、ビーチの中、歩くの最高でした！
馬も臭くないし、虫も少なかったです
また数年後ハワイ来た時参加します！

It was my first time on a jet ski and parasailing, but all the local staff were so enthusiastic, making it a wonderful experience and a great memory. Thank you very much.

水上バイクもパラセーリングも初めてでしたが、現地スタッフの方全員が盛り上げてくれて、無事最高の思い出となりました。
ありがとうございました。

I had a very enjoyable time with the dolphins. I had many opportunities to touch them. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to swim while holding onto the dolphin's dorsal fin. It was listed as one of the activities, so I thought I would definitely be able to experience it, but I couldn't.

とても楽しい時間をいるかと過ごせました。たくさん触る機会がありました。残念だったのはいるかの背びれにつかまって泳ぐことはできませんでした。アクティビティのひとつに書かれていたので、必ず体験できると思っていたのですができませんでした。

The crew was excellent so friendly and so helpful. We had so much fun at the sand bar lunch was great. The snorkling was also a lot of fun. I would highly recommend this experience. Really enjoyed the movie trivia that our host shared with us on our way back to the dock. Thank you for a great time!

We gathered in front of the hotel early in the morning (5:45 AM) and watched the sunrise until our reservation time for Hanauma Bay (6:30 AM). This activity does not require a reservation for entry to Hanauma Bay, but you need to purchase tickets on-site, and you have to wait in line until it's time. I felt that time was a bit wasted, but I guess that's what you get for a cheap tour. One participant in the same tour kindly purchased tickets for everyone at the counter. Of course, we all lined up together.

If the tour included the ticket price, I suppose there wouldn't be any need to wait in line? I saw some people entering without waiting. Since everything was explained in English, there were some things I didn't understand. I heard there are lockers available, but I think it's better to take valuables to the beach. Someone needs to keep an eye on the bags. The snorkeling gear was cheap, and it was hard to breathe underwater. Some people mentioned it broke halfway through. The driver said if we called, he would help us... in English.

If you want to participate in the tour efficiently and with peace of mind, I think it's better to join a Hanauma Bay snorkeling tour guided by Japanese staff, even if it's a bit more expensive.

朝早くから(5時45分)ホテル前集合で、ハナウマ湾の予約時間(6時30分)まで朝日が昇るのを見てました。
このアクティビティーは、ハナウマ湾入場予約は不要なのだけど、現地でチケット購入しないといけないく、時間になるまでならんで待っていないとダメでした。
その時間がもったいなかったかな？安いツアーだからしょうがないです。
同じツアー参加者の一人が全員分のチケットをまとめて窓口で購入してくれました。もちろん全員同じかたまってならんでました。

チケット代金も入ったツアーならたぶんこの並ぶ　ということはないのかな？並ばないで入ってる人もいたので。
全部英語で説明させるのでわからないこともありました。ロッカーあるとのこと、でもビーチに貴重品はもっていった方がいいと思います。誰か一人荷物番が必要です。
シュノーケルも安物か海のなかで息がしづらいです。
途中で切れたという人もいました。電話してくれれば…と、ドライバーはいってました。英語です。
効率よく、安心してツアーに参加したいのであれば、少し高くても日本人スタッフが案内してくれるハナウマ湾シュノーケルに参加した方がいいと思います。

I rode a buggy while enjoying the great nature of Hawaii. It rained heavily along the way, but that was fun too! There was also an explanation in Japanese, which made me feel secure participating.

ハワイの大自然を見ながらバギーに乗りました。 途中大雨が降りましたが、それも楽しかったです！日本語での説明もあり、安心して参加できました。

The sandbar was incredibly beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles and fish. Also, it was reassuring to hear explanations in Japanese. It was a wonderful experience! I will participate again!

サンドバーはものすごくきれいで、ウミガメやお魚を見ることができました。また、日本語での説明を聞けるので安心です。すてきな体験ができました！また参加します！

We were able to enjoy ourselves thoroughly until the meeting time of 12:30 thanks to the early morning pickup. Timely service is great!
For meals, only before going down to the beach, card payments are accepted. The BIG hot dog was $11, and we were able to share it between two people. The fish is larger and there are many more varieties compared to before the pandemic!

早朝ピックアップで早く到着の為、集合12：30までたっぷり楽しめました。時間通りの対応が、良い！
食事は、海岸に降りる手前のみ、カード飲み対応です。BIG ホットドック、11ドル、二人でシェアできました。コロナ前より、魚が大きくて、種類も沢山！

You can encounter a landscape that is completely different from Waikiki. It's surprising that it has been a filming location for Jurassic Park and many other movies! Please go and discover the Hawaii you don't know!

ワイキキとはまるで違う風景に出会えます。
ジュラシックパークを撮影したりたくさんの映画のロケ地になっていることにもビックリ！
知らないハワイに会いに行ってください！

It was a beautiful evening on the ocean. The sunset was hidden behind clouds but you could see the rays from the sun peaking thru. The food was flavorful and an abundance of it. With a tremendous variety to choose from.

At Dolphin Exploration, you can experience performing arts together with dolphins in a swimming pool while wearing life jackets. My 8 and 10-year-old daughters, who have just started to put their faces in the water and dive a little at the community pool this year, enjoyed themselves without fear, thanks to the life jackets, even though they couldn't touch the bottom. It became a wonderful memory of interacting with the dolphins. Participants in the Dolphin Encounter were also experiencing in the same pool, standing on an underwater platform at the edge of the pool (about adult waist-deep) to see the performances up close. I think the grandparents who came with us enjoyed watching their grandchildren's joyful expressions from the covered spectator seats. In another area, feeding the sea turtles was a rare treat, and the children were delighted. Since the number of feedings was limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, we bought some in advance and enjoyed feeding after the dolphin experience. The air conditioning on the bus to and from the venue was a bit too strong, so having a blanket would have been nice.

ドルフィン・エキスパローションでは、ライフジャケットを着てイルカが泳ぐプールの中で芸を一緒に体験できます。市民プールで今年から顔をつけて少しだけ潜れるようになった8歳と10歳の娘も、ライフジャケットがあるので足がつかなくても怖がらず楽しめました。イルカと十分に触れ合えた良い思い出になりました。ドルフィン・エンカウターの参加者が同じプールで体験されていましたが、そちらはプールの縁にある水中桟橋（大人の腰ぐらいの深さ）に立って目の前で芸を体験していました。一緒に行った祖父母も屋根のある観客席で孫の喜ぶ姿を見学できて楽しめたと思います。他のコーナーでは、海亀の餌やりが珍しく、子供たちは喜んでいました。餌の数が先着で数に限りがあるので先に買っておいて、イルカ体験が終わってから餌やりを楽しみました。行き帰りのバスのクーラーが効きすぎているので、毛布があっても良いぐらいでした。

We thought the luau included fire dancers but there weren't any.

I have experienced horseback riding in other places, but I was able to enjoy it for a longer time here. I was surprised that both horses had children's names. I felt a connection and they were very cute. The refreshing feeling of running by the seaside while feeling the breeze of Hawaii was the best healing time. Thank you very much.

乗馬は、別の場所でも体験しましたが、時間が長く乗馬を楽しめました。馬の名前が2頭とも子どもの名前で、驚きました。何かの縁を感じ、とても可愛かったです。海辺を走る爽快感も心地よくHawaiiの風を感じながら、最高の癒しの時間でした。ありがとうございました。

I participated with a friend in Hawaii for the first time. We had a great time floating on the surfboards and sometimes challenging ourselves with stand-up surfing. I enjoyed my time in Hawaii after four years. Thank you, and I will participate again.

初めてのHawaiiの友人と参加しました。サーフィンボードにぷかぷか乗って、時にはスタンドアップサーフィンに挑戦して楽しい最高の時間が共有出来、四年ぶりのHawaii時間を楽しみました。ありがとうございますまた、参加します。