All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

I participated with my 9-year-old child. On the day of the event, there were strong winds and high waves, which made the ride quite bumpy until we reached the point. My child was initially scared of the wind and the rocking, but in the end, it seemed like they gained a sense of accomplishment and really enjoyed it.

9歳の子供と参加しました。
当日は風が強く波が高かったこともあり、ポイントに着くまでかなり揺れました。子供はこの風と揺れに最初は怖がっていましたが、最終的にはやり遂げた満足感を得られたようで、とても楽しんでいました。

This is a tour that you definitely want to join if you have a Japanese driver's license! The time, content, scenery, and guide are all fantastic, and you can enjoy it even if you don't speak English! The sand and dust are intense, and you'll end up completely covered in dirt afterward. Other activities also look fun, but this one is more than enough. In the afternoon, a stroll around Waikiki might be nice.

これは日本の車免許あるなら是非参加してほしいツアー！時間も内容も景色もガイドさんも文句なしで楽しめます英語はできなくても十分楽しめます！とにかく砂ホコリは半端ないし、終わったら身体中真っ黒他のアクティビティも楽しそうだけど、これだけで十分です。午後はワイキキお散歩とかいいかも。

I was a bit anxious because my English isn't very good, but when I arrived, the Japanese staff explained the meeting point for the tour, the location of the restrooms, and what to bring. The staff for the horseback riding tour spoke English, but some of them spoke a little Japanese and used simple words to make things clear, which was very kind of them. There was also a Japanese video prepared for the horseback riding instructions.
The horses are very smart and will move and stop in sync with the horse in front of them without needing much direction from us.
However, each horse seems to have its own personality; the horse I rode wanted to eat grass right away, making it difficult to pull on the reins, and my arms started to hurt. I was a bit scared that it would lean forward to eat grass and I might fall off.
The scenery was beautiful, and the experience of horseback riding in nature was a valuable one.

英語があまりできないので少し不安でしたが、現地につくと日本人のスタッフの方がツアーの集合場所やトイレの場所、持ち物等の説明してくれます。乗馬ツアーのスタッフの方は英語でしたが、少し日本語を話してくれる方がいたり、わかりやすいように単語で言ってくれたりとみなさん親切で、乗馬の説明は日本語のビデオが用意されていました。
馬はとても賢く、こちらが指示しなくても前の馬に合わせて進んだり止まったりしてくれます。
ただ馬によって個性があるようで、私が乗った馬はすぐに草を食べようとするので手綱を引くのが大変で腕が痛くなり、草を食べようと前傾姿勢になるので落ちるのではと少し怖かったです。
景色はとても綺麗で大自然の中での乗馬体験は貴重な経験になりました。

The atv was basically a track on a large piece of property- nice view but guess we had expected a ride to woods to a waterfall. The waterfall view is best from the gift shop but it was fun to swim in their river. Didn’t feel like we were really out in nature.
My husband wanted to go faster on the atv- but it was fine for me as a newbie and more cautious person. The guides were very nice. It was overall ok- but very pricey for the experience we thought.
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I'm glad I was able to enjoy food that can only be experienced in Hawaii. However, even though the meeting time was at 5:30 PM, we didn't start eating until around 6:15 to 6:30 PM, which was quite a wait. The food is delicious, so I recommend it for those who are patient.

It was great that the waiter communicated with us in Japanese.

The show was very entertaining, and we had good seats. The venue was cold, so it's better to bring a jacket. It was a great experience to see hula dancing from various generations. The performances, including those mimicking Elvis and Michael Jackson, got the audience excited, but for kids and younger generations like us, it wasn't very familiar, so we couldn't tell how similar they were. The kids were fast asleep. But it was really cool. I highly recommend it for people of that generation!

ハワイでしか体験できないご飯が食べられてよかったです。しかし、集合が17時30分なのに、ご飯を食べ始められたのは18時15〜30分ととても待ちました。ご飯はおいしいので気が長い方にはおすすめです。
ウェイトレスのお兄さんが日本語を交えながらコミュニケーションをとってくれてよかったです。

ショーはとても面白く、いい席で見せてもらえます。ショー会場は寒いので上着があった方がいいです。様々な年代のフラダンスを見れていい経験となりました。
レイビス？やマイケルジャクソンのモノマネで会場が盛り上がりますが、子供や若い世代の自分たちには馴染みが薄く似ているかはよくわからなかったです。子供は爆睡していました。でもとてもかっこよかったです。世代の人はとってもおすすめです！！

When I went for the first time, it was not crowded, and I had so much fun playing on the slides that I went again! This time was also very enjoyable, so I will go again! By the way, I always rent a car from Waikiki to go to the pool and stop by the outlet on the way back.

初めて行った時に空いててスライダーで沢山遊び、楽しすぎたのでもう１回行きました！　今回もとても楽しかったので、また行きます！ちなみに、いつもワイキキからレンタカーでプールへ行き、帰りにアウトレットに寄って帰ってきます。

The trip into Waipio Valley was among the highlights of our trip to Big Island. Easy check in process with sweet and friendly receptionist.
Our driver and guide was informative, kind and truthfully, really fun to hang out with!
The cultural experience was terrific and the scenery was incredibly beautiful!
Thank you so much! I will recommend this adventure to anyone heading to the Big Island!
Mahalo nui loa!

◎Tips and Warnings
Be careful with your clothes and bags as they can get quite dirty. Your face will also get covered in dust, so it's a good idea to bring face wipes.

It might help to watch the Jurassic Park movies beforehand to better understand the explanations, as the guide speaks English quite quickly.

The photos are taken in a fun way.

It's best to take turns driving, but the second half of the drive is more challenging (with puddles and uneven roads), so it's advisable for someone who isn't very confident to drive at first! Even with breaks every two hours, you might find your back and hands getting tired from holding the wheel!

For lunch, you can either bring your own or eat at a local café that serves burgers, hot dogs, and fries. This café closes around 4 PM, so choosing a later tour time might cause some issues. Prices are around $15 for a burger and $3.50 for water.

◎Impressions
The kids were very happy! There are also horses, so you can pet them while waiting. The scenery was incredibly beautiful and majestic!

◎注意と楽しむヒント
本当にかなり汚れるので服や鞄には注意。
顔も土埃だらけになるので顔を拭くシート持っていくとよいです。

ジェラシックパークの映画を見ておいた方が説明がわかるかも？ガイドさんの話す英語は早いので。

写真は面白い感じでもとってくださります。

運転は交代交代交代でするとよいですが、後半のが運転が難しいので、(水たまりとかアップダウンがある道）最初にあまり得意でない人が運転するとよいです！2時間休憩しつつも運転するので案外腰とハンドル持つ手が疲れます！


お昼ごはんは持参するか、現地のカフェでバーガーやホットドッグ、ポテトくらいがあるところでたべるとよいです。このカフェは閉まるのが16時とかなのでツアーの始まるのが遅い時間を選ぶと困る可能性があります。
物価はバーガー15ドル、お水3.5ドルくらい

◎感想
子供はとても喜んでいました！馬もいるので待ってる間に触れます。
景色はめちゃくちゃ綺麗で壮大でした！

My parents and I had a great time. Loved that the performers were energetic. The food was great, especially the beef roast. Would go again and definitely recommend. Loved the ukelele performer, she sung a song for my parent's anniversary. It was a nice personal touch. Elvis and MJ impersonators were spot in and didn't try too hard. The fire performer was the cutest and was a nice surprise. I had the chance to learn a hula dance. Would recommend if you do not have a vip package to save your complimentary mai Tai to drink during dinner, lol I regretted not doing that. You do have the option to purchase more drinks though. I had virgin one and it was so tasty. The workers are polite and helpful. A great overall experience.

Absolutely one of my favorite things that we did. Our guide Micky was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend this to anyone. We saw some cool sea life and had the opportunity to hold some sea creatures.

We had the best time with the Star of Honolulu. The captain was very welcoming, and the staff was first rate. Our restaurant wait person Tina, was very prompt in meeting our needs. She was friendly and efficient. The entertainment was excellent, and the food was tasty and plentiful. We sat next to a couple of other travelers and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. I would recommend this cruise to everyone!

The captivating dance was impressive and very enjoyable. I think my satisfaction would increase even more if there were more experiences that included dance. After all, the weak yen is quite severe.

魅惑のダンスは見応えがあって、とても良かったです。もうちょっとダンスを含めて体験が多いと満足感が更に増すと思います。何せ、円安がひどいので。

Guides were fun, knowledgeable and made everyone feel comfortable and encouraged to go for it. Sharks were amazing and came so close

I signed up for this tour to express my gratitude to my mother during our trip to Hawaii, as a son from a mother-son family.

Even though we arrived just in time for the meeting, the staff kindly guided us, and we enjoyed a welcome drink of Mai Tai. The alcohol was strong, so it really hit me due to the jet lag, but from there, we enjoyed hula dancing, a buffet, and a show while feeling great.

The staff members who performed hula during the buffet danced tirelessly, which was impressive. One of the musicians played the ukulele and sang a Teresa Teng song after realizing we were Japanese. My mother even participated in the hula dance lesson and was moved throughout the experience.

I was very excited during the show since I personally love Michael Jackson, and the girl who sang the song from Moana gave me goosebumps with her singing ability. It was truly an unforgettable experience.

At first, I hesitated to sign up, but I'm glad I did. Thank you very much.

The food was delicious, so I will upload pictures of the meals.

母息子家族の息子から母への感謝を込めてのハワイ旅行で
ハワイにきた実感を母に伝えたく今回このツアーに申し込みました。
集合時間ギリギリに到着したにも関わらず、
スタッフの方々が心よく案内してくれ、
そこからウェルカムドリンクでマイタイ飲みました。
アルコールが強いので時差ボケの体にはすごく沁みましたが、そこからフラダンス、ビュッフェ、ショーと、とっても気持ちが良い気分のまま楽しめました。
特にビュッフェ中のフラダンスのスタッフの方々は、
ずっと連続で踊りっぱなしで心配になる程必死に踊ってくれたり、ウクレレを引いてくれる方は、
僕らが日本人と分かったあとテレサテンの歌を披露、
フラダンスのレッスンにも母が参加し、母は、終始感動してました。
ショーの方も私自身マイケルジャクソンが好きなのでとても興奮しましたし、
モアナの歌を歌ってくれた女の子の歌唱力にも鳥肌。
とても忘れられない体験となりました。
最初は申し込もうか悩みましたが、
観れてよかったです。
本当にありがとうございました。

ご飯も美味しかったので画像はご飯をご飯類をアップします。

I had always wanted to experience a helicopter tour, and I finally had the opportunity to board one this time.

The meeting point was at Blue Hawaiian Helicopters in the Honolulu Airport area. I took an Uber from Waikiki, and since the address is registered, I arrived smoothly. The Uber fare fluctuates, but it was about $30-35.

After arriving, I checked in at the counter. Large luggage is not allowed inside, so I stored my bags in lockers or the office and waited with just my smartphone and sunglasses until departure.

Once all the guests in the same time slot gathered, we watched a safety video for about 10 minutes before departure. The safety video not only covered important safety points but also included exciting visuals that captivated my attention. It was entirely in English, but there were Japanese subtitles, so I could grasp the important points clearly.

Fortunately, my flight was piloted by a Japanese pilot named KOJI. Before departure, he asked in Japanese, "Do you have any questions?" which made me feel more at ease.

After watching the video, once we fastened our seatbelts, it was finally time to board the helicopter. Stepping out of the office, we were on the runway of Honolulu Airport! It was thrilling to walk on a runway that is usually off-limits. I could view international flights from a different perspective.

Once on the helicopter, we did a microphone test, and off we went. KOJI mixed English and Japanese in his explanations, so I felt zero anxiety and was able to enjoy the flight. The sensation of floating was incredible, unlike anything I experienced on a plane. We took off from Honolulu Airport with movie music playing in the background.

The first thing visible from the sky was the Ala Moana and Waikiki area. It was a strange experience to look down at the area where I had just stayed and my favorite Ala Moana Beach Park. The ocean around Waikiki was breathtaking! I was constantly amazed by the varying shades of blue in the water.

The helicopter flew over Waikiki and passed above Diamond Head. After that, we reached the popular sandbar, which truly looked stunning, appearing as a bright blue patch in the ocean, just like in the photos.

Before I knew it, the background music had changed to Hawaiian music, and we continued to enjoy the view over Kualoa Ranch and the lush Ko'olau Mountains. I was thrilled when we approached "Saycrad Fall," which can only be seen from a helicopter.

The helicopter kept moving, and we arrived near the North Shore. As I enjoyed the peaceful scenery of sprawling farms and windmills, I spotted the Dole Plantation below. The popular maze is hard to see from above, but viewing it from the sky gave me a better understanding of its layout.

The final part of the course was Pearl Harbor. I could see ships docked, the serious atmosphere, and the battleship Missouri from above. It was striking to realize how Pearl Harbor served as a military base. I was reminded that Hawaii was the starting point of the Pacific War, and I imagined the views seen by Japanese and American pilots. I experienced an unexpected "learning" during the helicopter tour over Pearl Harbor.

KOJI's explanations were clear and lively, and the 50-minute course flew by. While it’s not a budget-friendly tour, I can confidently say it offers an unforgettable experience! I highly recommend the helicopter tour as a once-in-a-lifetime emotional experience!

一度は体験してみたかったヘリ遊覧飛行。機会をいただき、この度、搭乗させていただきました。

集合場所はホノルル空港エリアのBlue Hawaiian Helicopter社です。私はワイキキからUberで向かいましたが、住所登録もされているのでスムーズに到着できました。
Uberの料金はときにより変動していますが、およそ30-35ドル程度でした。

到着後はチェックインカウンターで手続きです。大きな手荷物は持って入れないので、ロッカーや事務所に預かってもらい、スマホやサングラスだけを手元に出発まで待機します。

同時間帯のお客さんが全員揃ったら出発前に10分ほどの安全ビデオを見ます。安全ビデオは、安全に関する点だけでなくワクワクするような映像も散りばめられていて、つい見入ってしまうものでした。
全編英語ですが、日本語の字幕もついているので、大事なポイントはしっかり把握することが可能です。

ラッキーなことに、私のフライトは日本人パイロットのKOJIさんが担当くださいました。
出発前にも日本語で「わからないことはありますか？」など聞いていただけ、より安心感が強まります。

ビデオ視聴後、安全ベルトを装着したら、いよいよヘリコプターへ搭乗です。
事務所を出るとそこはホノルル空港の滑走路！普段は歩けない滑走路の上を歩く機会、テンションが上がります。
国際線の飛行機もいつもと違う視点で眺めることができました。

ヘリコプターに乗ったら機内用のマイクテストをし、いざ出発です。
KOJIさんが英語、日本語を混ぜて説明してくれるので、フライト開始前も不安ゼロで楽しめました。飛行機とは違う浮遊感がたまらないですね。映画音楽をBGMに聞きながら、ホノルル空港を颯爽と飛び立ちます。

上空から1番に見えてくるのはアラモアナ・ワイキキエリア。
さっきまで私が滞在していた地域や、大好きなアラモアナ・ビーチパークを上から眺めるのは不思議な体験でした。
ワイキキの海は絶景ですね！
海の青色がところどころ違っていることもわかり、感動しっぱなしでした。

ヘリコプターはワイキキを超え、ダイヤモンドヘッド上空を通過します。
その先はツアーでも大人気のサンドバー。本当に海のその部分だけ青白く浮かび上がっている情景は、写真の通りで見事でした。

気づけばBGMはハワイアンミュージックに変わっており、続いてクアロア・ランチの上空、コオラウ山脈の緑を眺めていきます。
ヘリコプターでしか見ることができない「Saycrad Fall」に近づいたときは嬉しかったです。

ヘリコプターはどんどん進み、ノースショア付近にたどり着きます。
のどかな農場が広がる光景、風車が並ぶ景色を気持ちよく眺めていると、眼下にドール・プランテーションが。
人気の迷路は、上空から見ないと全貌が見えづらいですね。上から見ることでよく様子がわかりました。

コースの最後は真珠湾です。実際に船が停泊している様子や、ものものしい雰囲気、戦艦ミズーリ等も上から見ることができました。
いかに真珠湾が軍用拠点だったか。自然にできた入り組んだ港湾の特異さにも納得させられました。
ハワイが太平洋戦争の発端だったことを改めて思い出し、日本軍、米軍のパイロットが見た景色を想像します。
思いがけないヘリツアーでの「学び」を、真珠湾上空で感じることができました。

KOJIさんの解説はわかりやすく軽快で、50分コースはあっという間でした。
決してお手頃なツアーではないですが、絶対に外さない感動体験ができる！と確信できるツアーです。
一生に一度の感動体験として、ヘリコプターツアーお勧めです！

I was very satisfied to see dolphins, sea turtles, and many beautiful fish. The staff were professional and very efficient, making it a fun experience without any dull moments.

The shuttle bus arrived right on time. The boat was equipped with warm showers and toilets, and the lunch sandwiches were much tastier than I expected, plus they served warm drinks at the end.

There is an experienced Japanese interpreter, so even those who cannot speak English can feel at ease. Since the boat can be quite rocky, I recommend taking motion sickness medication and enjoying the view of the mountains. It gets chilly after coming out of the water, so it's a good idea to bring warm clothing (like a jacket and pants). The wetsuits are easy to put on and it gets quite cold, so I think renting one is a good idea!

Thank you so much to Shanti, Stefan, Minako, Tara, Yuya, Laura, Lauren, Tim, and Parker (sorry if I missed anyone… all the staff on board were perfect!) for the wonderful memories.

イルカも、海亀も、綺麗な魚たちもたくさん見れて大満足でした。スタッフの皆さんがプロフェッショナルで非常にテキパキとしていて、飽きる時間もなく楽しく過ごせました。
送迎バスはきちんと時間通りに来ました。船は暖かいシャワーやトイレが完備されており、ランチのサンドイッチも期待していたよりずっと美味しく、最後に暖かい飲み物を出してくれます。
経験豊富な日本語通訳の方がいるので、英語が話せない方でも安心です。
割と揺れるので酔い止め薬を飲み動かない山などを見ながら過ごすこと、海から上がると冷えるので暖かい格好(上着とズボンなど)を持ってくると良いと思います。動かないものウェットスーツは簡単に着れる形ですし結構冷えるのでレンタルした方が良いと思います！

シャンティ、ステファン、みなこさん、タラ、ゆうやさん、ローラ、ローレン、ティム、パーカー(漏れてたらすみません…乗られてたスタッフの方皆さんパーフェクトでした！)、楽しい思い出を本当にありがとうございました。

On April 29th, the meeting time was early at 5:30 AM, but waking up early was worth it as we were able to see many dolphins up close, and we even got to see dolphins swimming underwater while snorkeling. With our Japanese guide Minako, even those who are not confident in their language skills can participate with peace of mind. The crew members were cheerful and lively, and it was clear they were doing their best to ensure we could see the dolphins in the best conditions possible. I would love to join the tour again if the opportunity arises. It was a wonderful experience.

４月２９日　集合は5時半と早かったですが、早起きした甲斐があり、たくさんのイルカを間近で見ることが出来、シュノーケルでも海中を泳ぐイルカを見ることができました。
日本人ガイドのミナコさんがいらっしゃるので、言葉に自信がなくても安心して参加できます。
クルーの方々も明るく賑やかで、できる限り、いいコンディションで我々がイルカをみられるように尽力しておられるのが感じられました。
また機会があればツアーに参加したいと思います。
とてもよい体験ができました。

Swaying in the wind, I enjoyed the view of the land and the sparkling surface of the sea from above, experiencing thrills and a sense of the extraordinary. It was incredibly pleasant and fun!

風に揺られ海の上から陸の風景やキラキラ光る海面を眺め、スリルもあり、非日常を味わえ最高に気もちよく楽しかったです‼

Just book it! The experience was incredible. The 1000 ft line is so high! We did the pics for an extra $40 and it was totally worth it.

Our driver Ruben was great, super friendly and knowledgeable about the island.I would highly recommend the circle Island tour even if you have already done it, you will learn something new every time.

Thanks Ruben!!

Had so much fun! Micky was amazing; gave clear instructions and made us feel comfortable and safe! Great knowledge as well. Super beginner friendly! All the gears fit great. Highly recommend :)

The staff member who met us was constantly in contact with my via text, easy to locate and very nice.

We really enjoyed our Luau dinner and Show! We were sat with other guests and started the night off with fresh pineapple and Mai Tais, which were delicious! The performers were very friendly and the food was great, including the vegan option for my wife, which was a Beyond patty and salad. The pork was great, but my favorite was the roast beef. The show was very impressive as well; their Elvis and Michael Jackson impressions were great! They also had a traditional fire-knife performer and this was very entertaining as well!

I was lucky to see sea turtles and dolphins, and even a humpback whale out of season! During snorkeling, several staff members from Safeguard were watching over us. It was a very enjoyable and valuable experience! The slide was also fun!

ウミガメやイルカも見ることができましたが、季節外のザトウクジラも見ることができてラッキーでした！
シュノーケリング中も複数のsafeguardの方々が見守っとくれていました。
とても楽しくて貴重な経験でした！
スライダーも楽しかったです！

We boarded in a group of five. We went out to sea while getting splashed with water. In the sky, we were hit by winds that tossed our bodies up, down, left, and right in an instant. From the ocean, it looked like a very elegant aerial stroll, carried by the refreshing breeze, but there was a big difference between watching and experiencing it. I had taken motion sickness medication beforehand, but it was still quite tough for the elderly couple. However, even for someone like me who is not good with heights, I felt no fear at all. Rather, I had such a valuable experience that I can say it was enjoyable.

５組のグループで乗船。水飛沫を受けながら沖の方まで行きました。上空では一瞬で体が上下左右に持って行かれるほどの風を受けました。沖から眺めていると爽やかな風に乗ってとっても優雅な空中散歩のように見えていましたが、見るとするのとでは大違い、前もって酔い止めを服用していましたがそれでも高齢者夫婦にはかなりしんどかったです。ただ高いところが苦手な私でも全く恐怖は覚えませんでした。むしろ楽しかったと思えるほどの貴重な体験をさせてもらいました。

Very customer focused from check-in through the dinner service & when we debarked. Food was very tasty & plentiful! Would do it again especially on a Fri night when the Hilton Hotel had a wonderful fireworks display.

Our guide, who was born & raised in the valley and still lives there, was amazing. We learned a lot about the day-to-day lives and history of the people in the valley. He was so friendly, welcoming & willing to answer any and all questions. He pointed out local birds & stopped to grab & show us a chameleon from a tree & paused again when a group of wild horses joined on the road. Also, the parking & check-in process were super easy plus the shop had bathrooms, several cute gift options and snacks/coffee available for purchase.

Excellent service food was great the staff super friendly the show was amazing my whole family and I had excellent time I will give 5 ⭐️ to veltra and the star of Honolulu for the amazing night see you soon

I think you'll enjoy it even more if you watch Jurassic Park before you go! Driving on rough roads is a lot of fun, but if you're not a fan of dust, it's a good idea to bring a poncho or something similar, as it can get quite dirty. Even though I got dirty, it was a very satisfying experience, so definitely ride the buggy! ✨

行く前にジュラシックパークを見てから行くと更に楽しめると思います！
悪路走行がとても楽しく、砂埃が嫌な方はポンチョ等持参した方が良いぐらい汚れます。
汚れても大満足な体験でしたのでぜひバギーに乗ってください✨

The view of the sky was amazing! The staff was great too!
I had imagined flying, but I wasn't prepared for the boat ride to the point and being rocked by the boat while others were flying, so I got more seasick than I expected!
Taking motion sickness medication is a must.

空の景色最高！スタッフも最高！
ただ、飛ぶイメージはしていたけど、ポイントまで船が走ること、他の人が飛んでる間船に揺られていることの準備ができていなかったので想像以上に酔いました！！
酔い止め対策は必須です