All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

I found a similar tour that offered Japanese language support, but since this one was cheaper, I decided to join this tour instead. I passed by the Japanese tour group along the way, and they were following a similar course. The participants there were in their 40s to 60s, so the age group was a bit older.

In our tour, everyone except us was from Europe or America, so we spoke in English. They were friendly people in their 30s, which made for a fun atmosphere that I enjoyed. There were also some adventurous individuals who jumped off the rocks, so I think younger people would have more fun on this English tour.

The sun was strong, but I wore a long-sleeved rash guard, so I managed to avoid a bad sunburn. At first, I hesitated to leave my smartphone and valuables behind, but I was worried about them getting wet, so I decided to hand them over. As expected, I capsized once while kayaking on the way back and got soaked, so anyone going in the future should definitely leave their valuables before getting on the kayak.

似たようなツアーで日本語OKのものがあったのですが、値段が安かったのでこちらのツアーに参加しました。日本語ツアー組も途中すれ違ったので、似たようなコースを進んでいました。そちらの参加者は40～60代だったので高めの年齢層でした。

私たちのツアーは、私たち以外は欧米人だったので、英語でしゃべっていました。彼らは30代前後の友好的な人達だったので、私も楽しい雰囲気で楽しめました。
岩場から飛び降りたりしていたやんちゃな人もいたので、若い人ならこちらの英語のツアーの方が楽しめると思います。

日差しが強かったのですが、長袖のラッシュを着ていたので、ひどい日焼けはしなくて済みました。最初、スマホや貴重品を預けるのを躊躇したのですが、水没が心配だったので預けることにしました。案の定、カヤックで帰ってくるときに1回転覆してびしょびしょになったので、これから行く人は迷わず貴重品はカヤックに乗る前に預けた方が賢明です。

Wow, this team is amazing! All of the staff members are so nice and friendly and they made everyone on the boat feel so comfortable.  We did the 1000 ft line and I am so glad that we did! The views were amazing and it felt like just the right amount of time in the air. The check in was very easy to find and they even offer to take photos for you if you want to purchase them afterwards. Definitely something fun to do and they are located in such a convenient area for anyone in Waikiki. 

What a great Luau! It has the down home feel of family since it’s all the Smith Family clan putting it on. It is located on a beautiful site by the Wailua River with beautiful gardens and birds to walk amongst. The food was fabulous and more than you could ever eat. An open bar. Who does that?! The dinner entertainment was great and then the show!! Best show around. Beautiful theatre and stage and not just any old Hawaiian dances but something from every culture that created the Islands and all with a story to tell. Just can’t say enough! They even walk you out to the parking lot to say Aloha❤️ LOVED IT❤️❤️

I had previously interacted with dolphins in Japan, but I was drawn to participate in this rare activity where you can swim with wild dolphins! I chose this tour particularly because of its 30 years of experience and the presence of Japanese staff, and it was definitely the right choice!! From the pick-up, the energetic Japanese staff elevated our spirits and made the tour exciting. Once we got on the boat, the foreign staff were all friendly, making it a fun experience from start to finish!

The wild dolphins exceeded my expectations, swimming beneath us in incredible numbers and coming back to us multiple times! On that day, they even showcased spin jumps! After that, we moved to the snorkeling spot, where we encountered sea turtles and were able to swim with them. On the return boat ride, we even spotted whales that were in Hawaii during this season!

The staff promptly pointed out the dolphins, sea turtles, and whales, so we hardly missed anything! Additionally, we got to play on a slide that goes into the sea, and there was also a hula dance by the staff, making it a luxurious tour that never got boring! It was worth more than the price we paid!!

日本でイルカと触れ合ったことはありましたが、野生のイルカと泳げるという貴重なアクティビティに惹かれ参加しました！特にツアーを始めて30年という実績がある点と日本人スタッフがいる点で選びましたが、大正解でした！！お迎えから気持ちを高めてくれる元気な日本人スタッフさんがツアーを盛り上げてくれ、船に着いてからも外国人スタッフさんもフレンドリーな方ばかりで始終楽しかったです！そして野生のイルカは想像を超える数のイルカが私たちの下を泳いでくれ、何度も来てくれました！この日はスピンジャンプも披露してくれました！その後シュノーケルの場所に移動し、ここでウミガメにも遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができ、帰りの船ではこの時期にハワイにきているクジラにも遭遇できました！
イルカもウミガメもクジラもすぐにスタッフさんが教えてくれるので見逃すことがほとんどありませんでした！
他にも海に飛び込む滑り台で遊べたり、スタッフの方のフラダンスもあり、飽きることのない贅沢なツアーでした！お値段以上の価値がありました！！

Such a convenient location for anyone that is staying in Waikiki! The food was amazing and they had a nice variety to choose from. I have been to a couple different ones so far and this one ranks high on my list for the food! The entertainment was great and I loved the fire knife dancers, they put on a great show.  The MC made sure to keep everyone involved throughout the show and overall we had a great time. I would highly recommend, especially for anyone that is staying in Waikiki that doesn't want to drive too far out to attend a Luau.  

This luau did not disappoint. I've attended other luaus on other islands (this was my husband's first) and I was very impressed! The set-up and format of the activities and dinner were excellent.

You are greeted with lei once you check in and are escorted to your table. There are plenty of activities to learn more about the culture and traditions of the luau until dinner is served. Dinner was also well executed (buffet).

We had a fantastic time with the open bar, the food, and being able to dance in the moonlight for those celebrating special milestones (anniversaries, birthdays, newly married, etc.). I definitely recommend Old Lahaina Luau!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience with the Rainforest & Waterfall Swim Hike in Maui! We were able to experience it all: pretty tame trails, swimming in cool waters, and cliff diving from the falls. This adventure is appropriate for families (but I wouldn't take very young children), couples, or solos that desiring a peaceful hike.

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly the entire hike. He was also very accommodating (I had a shoulder injury at the time) and the hike was still very enjoyable!

There were plenty of times to rest, swim, and eat snacks. Our guide was attentive to our needs and provided other suggestions of what to check out/visit during our stay on the island. I highly recommend!

I participated in a morning plan that included breakfast. I thought it would be unlikely to see whales, but shortly after we set sail, there was an announcement that whales were nearby. We were able to see the whales' backs and their spouts up close. The boat drifted near the whales for a while, and we continued to see their backs and spouts. Although it was a wonderful breakfast buffet, I was so captivated by the whales that I hardly ate, and I wondered if breakfast was even necessary. On the way back to the port, we were also able to see a rainbow over the island. While we didn't see the kind of jumps often featured in photos, I was still very satisfied.

午前中の朝食付きのプランで参加しました。くじらはなかなかみられないだろうなと思いながら参加しましたが、出航してすぐにくじらがいると放送があり、くじらが近くにいて、くじらの背中と潮吹きがみられました。その後もくじらの近くを船が漂い、ずっとくじらの背中や潮吹きがみられました。せっかくの朝食ビュッフェでしたが、くじらに夢中であまり食べられず、朝食はなくてもよかったのかなと思いました。帰港中に島にかかった虹もみることができました。写真でよくみるようなジャンプはみられませんでしたが、満足でした。

I took the bus to the Kalihi Transit Center to purchase a Holo Senior Card. Normally, I would leave my suitcase at the hotel (Waikiki) and then go to Ala Moana Center, taking the City Express! - Walpahu bus. However, this time the shuttle bus stopped at Ala Moana Center and allowed me to check my suitcase, which made it easy to get to the Kalihi Transit Center and saved time. The Holo card issuance counter was quite crowded and took over an hour, but I was able to finish it in the morning.

I think $36 for two people is a bit expensive, but if you want to stop by Ala Moana Center or have a meaningful way to spend time until the hotel check-in time (usually 3 PM), it’s worth it. Also, all the staff were cheerful and provided kind assistance, guiding us from the lounge to the bus.

ホロ（Holo）シニアカードを購入するため、カリヒトランジットセンターへザバスでいきました。本来ならホテル（ワイキキ）でスーツケースを預けてからアラモアナセンターへ行きザバス（City Express!-Walpahu）で行くのですが、今回のシャトルバスはアラモアナセンターに立ち寄りスーツケースを預かっていただいたので、スムーズにカリヒトランジットセンターへ行くことが出来、時間短縮出来ました。ホロカード発券窓口は結構混んでおり1時間以上かかりましたが、午前中に済ますことが出来ました。
二人で＄36は高いと思いますが、アラモアナセンターへ立ち寄りたい場合やホテルのチェックイン時間（通常15時）まで有意義な過ごし方が出来ていいと思います。またスタッフの方は皆さん明るくてラウンジまでの案内・ラウンジからバスまでの案内もして頂き、親切な対応でした。

The driver was very kind, which made me feel at ease. First, after the Hawaiian Airlines flights to the islands and mainland, he informed us about the Hawaiian Airlines flight to Japan, followed by JAL and ANA. He communicated clearly when others were about to mistakenly get off, letting us know it was the next stop. I believe he had a good grasp of which airline each group was using. I would definitely like to use this service again next time.

とても親切な運転手さんで、安心できました。
まず、ハワイアン航空の離島やメインランド行きの後、Japan行きのハワイアン航空、次にJALやANAであること、他の方が、間違って降りようとしたところ、次であることを伝えていたので、一組一組のグループがどの航空会社を使うかを、きちんと把握されていると思いました。次も、ぜひ、利用させていただきたいと思います。

By far the BEST excursion of our trip. We took the 7:30am whale watching tour. The Captain was fantastic... we had very close, and multiple, whale encounters. The water was calm, the boat was easy to navigate with a toddler and family members with some mobility challenges. There was so much to see; the two hours went by way too fast. Highly recommend this company and crew! Thanks for such a great adventure. What a trip to remember.

I participated with five friends. Perhaps because it wasn't the best season, there wasn't the sandy beach I expected, and the seawater was up to my knees, which was quite cold. About half of the people were wearing wetsuits. You can choose to do stand-up paddleboarding or snorkeling, and I participated in snorkeling, so I was glad I got to see a sea turtle! We had meals on the boat, and everything was delicious.

友達5人で参加させて頂きました。ベストシーズンでは無かったためか、思っていた砂浜はなく、海水が膝ぐらいまであり、かなり寒かったです。ウェットスーツを着ている方が半数ほどいらっしゃいました。サップをしたり、シュノーケルをしたり選べるのですが、シュノーケルに参加しウミガメを見ることが出来たので良かったです！
船上でご飯を食べたのですが、どれも美味しくいただきました。

We participated as a couple on our honeymoon, but perhaps we underestimated the boat, as both of us got seasick and were down for the count... Additionally, it was raining and cold. During the parasailing, we didn't have the luxury to enjoy the scenery, and it was quite tough... I did bring my phone with a waterproof cover and was able to take some pictures. It seemed that those who took motion sickness medication had no issues, so I recommend taking it.

ハネムーンで旦那と2人で参加しましたが、船をなめていたのか、2人とも船酔いでダウンしました...。さらに雨も降っていて寒かったです。パラセイリングの最中は景色を楽しむ余裕もなく、かなり辛かったです...。携帯は防水カバーをつけて持っていき写真は取ることができました。
酔い止めを飲んでいる方は特に問題は無かったようなので、酔い止めを飲むことをおすすめします。

It´s quite a unique and different experience. I don´t know if all of these scooters are like this but mine didn´t move much. You could turn but not move forward so that was disappointing.

I saw mostly sardines, a couple of pretty fish and two small sea turtles at the bottom (but you had to be looking hard for them). The fun thing is that they have a food thing attached to each scooter so you squeeze it and the fish (mostly sardines) come right in front of your face.

The crew was really helpful and nice. They gave me some sea sickness oil but I think they should offer it to everyone since four of us threw up.

Overall it was an OK experience but I wouldn´t do it again like I´ve done snorkeling multiple times.

We experienced it as a family of six, but it's hard to say we saw a whale! We only caught a glimpse of its back.

家族６人で体験したけど、クジラを見た！とはなかなか言いにくい感じでした
背中の少し見えただけ？でした！

It was great! Got to see 8 sea turtles and a lot of fish. After snorkeling, they did a couple of laps around which was really relaxing and even got to see a whale (although I´m sure it might not be that common to see a whale).

The only down side was that it´s in Waikiki so there were several other tours in the same area so it was a bit crowded.

I was excited to go on this event. My excitement was well rewarded. On the way out we got a bonus of seeing a whole group of humpback whales breaching high in the air!!! At this point I felt my money was already a good investment!
The sharks did not disappoint either!! At least 20 of them circled our boat and cage while we got great views! Captain Caleo is a super guy and excellent at steering this tour perfectly
I would recommend this tour to all my friends!
Oh and we saw dolphins on the way back!!

We set sail in favorable winds, almost calm conditions, with a group of 10 people divided into 4 parties. It took about 10 minutes to reach the parasailing spot. Upon arrival, we had a brief orientation and fitted our harnesses. Before we knew it, the first group was flying, soaring into the blue sky. We were the last of the four groups, and since it was a 150-meter course, we went up to quite a height. The view of the hotel cluster in Waikiki from above the sea and the Diamond Head shining against the blue sky was amazing. It was so much fun!

風に恵まれほぼ無風状態で出航　4組10人のクルーズです　パラセーリングの場所まで10分ほど　到着するとすぐに簡単なオリエンテーションとハーネス合わせ　あれよあれよという間に1組目がフライト　するすると青空の中に吸い込まれていきます　4組中ラストの私たち　150メートルコースなのでかなりの高さまで上がりました　海の上から見るワイキキのホテル群　青空に映えるダイヤモンドヘッド　いやぁ楽しかったぁ！

I enjoyed a traditional luau and beautiful hula. Since the trip was all private plans, the activities were also individually arranged. I splurged a bit and reserved seats in the front center, which were close and had a great view. To my left and right were couples and families from Australia, New Zealand, and the mainland United States. It was fun to talk to each other and share snacks. After the show, we took the escalator down to the first floor and went straight to our room! It was very convenient. The welcome drink was a Mai Tai, which had me feeling a bit tipsy, and for my second drink, I had orange juice to refresh myself! The professional dancers were impressive; both the luau and hula were very captivating.

伝統的なルアウと美しいフラで楽しめました　旅行はすべてプライベートプランのためアクティビティも個人エントリー　ちょっと奮発して座席は前方中央席を予約　近くて迫力ありました　左右向かえはオーストラリア　ニュージーランド　アメリカ本土からのカップルと家族連れ　話しかけたり、話しかけられたり　おつまみのスナックを分け合ったりして楽しかったです。ショーが終われば、エスカレーターで1Fに降りそのままお部屋に！　とっても楽です。ウエルカムドリンクはマイタイでほろ酔い気味　2敗目はオレンジジュースでさっぱりと！　さすがはプロのダンサー　ルアウ　フラともに見応え十分です

This luau is in a perfect location for anyone staying in Waikiki. If you don't want a long drive to and from your luau, book this one because it's walking distance from most hotels in Waikiki.

Another great thing about this luau is the food. Of all the luau I've attended, this is only the second one to offer a dish with tofu. Any luau that has good vegetarian/vegan options rates very high in my book. My friends were also very pleased with the meat selection.

The entertainment was enjoyable and impressive. I especially enjoyed the fire knife dancing. I also enjoyed how each of the dance routines represented a different Polynesian island. So you get to learn a little about the culture and history of the island nations that populated Hawaii.

Pick up was right on time!
Our guide Matt was very knowledgeable and passionate about Hawaii island from legends to Hawaii original plants and animals. He kept entertaining us until his voice got hoarse! My favorite part of the tour was definitely the lava tube. it's really amazing!! The way to and from the lava tube is super bumpy and rough. If you get motion sickness, you should take medication for it. I brought kids (12 and 10) with us and they enjoyed themselves as well. Hiking was very mild so anyone can enjoy this tour, I think.

I highly recommend this activity if your staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki.

It was AMAZING getting up close and personal with the turtles! I recommend bringing on the trip a waterproof camera or GoPro!!!! The snorkel equipment they provided was clean and in great shape. They offered a full bar and 2 types of draft beer! The Crew was awesome! They kept the drinks coming and provided us with lunch after our swim and was able to just relax out on the boat and enjoy the view.

There are some things I'm a bit unsure about (like whether you get a lei or not), but it should be a fun experience. Also, once the show starts, it becomes difficult to go get food from the buffet, so I think it's better to grab a good amount during the initial food pickup. If you take a little and think you can just go back if you need more, you might find it hard to go again and end up regretting it.

ちょっとどうかなぁ、と思うところもありますが（レイが貰えたり貰えなかったり）、楽しい経験になるでしょう。なお、ショーがスタートするとビュッフェの料理は取りに行き難くなりますから、最初の料理ピックアップの際に、シッカリ取っておいた方が良いと思います。少なめに取って、足りなければ、また行けばよいや、と思っていると、なんか行き難い雰囲気になって後悔するかも。

I was optimistic when I booked a tour for just $39 that would take us out to sea and back, but the weather was nice, the waves were high, and the combination of the captain and the crew made it an entertaining experience with jokes and skilled navigation (though I can't explain it). It turned out to be a fantastic tour lasting an hour and a half, and I was very satisfied as I got to bond with all the passengers.

We went sailing with sea turtles and surfers, and although I was a bit worried about the drinks, I was able to enjoy two cans of Budweiser for just $3 each without any concerns.

What I regret is that Japanese people don't understand the tipping culture, and I didn't put a tip in the glass jar placed at the bottom of the stairs when disembarking. I feel sorry for the staff who made us so happy, and I am embarrassed about it. I also purchased some photos.

たかが39ドルのツアーで、沖まで行って帰ってくるコースと日本で予約したときに楽観していましたが、天気よく、波高く、船長とサポーターのコンビでジョークと船の操船の巧みさ（説明はわからない）で盛り上げ、乗客皆様と仲良くなり大満足の最高のツアー1時間半でした。
　ウミガメ、サーファーと一緒にセイリングを行い、飲み物がいくらか不安でしたが、ビール3ドルでバドワイザー2缶を安心して飲むことができました。
悔やまれることは、日本人はチップ文化が分からず、下船時に階段手前に置かれてあるガラス瓶にチップを入れなかったことです。これだけ喜ばせてくれたスタッフに対して申し訳ありません、恥ずかしい思いしております。で写真を購入しました。

It was a bit windy, but the sky was clear! The sandbar wasn't out, but there was a tour schedule, so it couldn't be helped. However, walking in the sea feels great! You can encounter honu while snorkeling! Other tours have boat entries, but Captain Bruce's tour allows entry from the sandbar, snorkeling right above the honu's habitat! The staff's support was also very satisfying, and I highly recommend it!

ちょっと風か強い日でしたが空は晴れ晴れ！
サンドバーは出ていなかったけど、ツアーのタイムスケジュールがあるから仕方がないね。
でも、海の中を歩くって気持ちいいよ！
シュノーケリングではホヌに出会える！
他のツアーはボートエントリー、だけどキャプテンブルースはサンドバーからのエントリーで、ホヌの住処の真上をシュノーケリング！
スタッフのサポートも大満足で、是非おすすめです！

It was a great day filled with great adventure. I saw a bunch of turtles and even Had a few swim a little closer than the 2 meters we were told to give them. The crew was fantastic. They were always checking on us on the boat and were always with in sight in the water.

The only thing I didn’t like was the 42 people (plus the 4 crew members) on board. It felt crowded even when were spread out on the nets and side (hard to move around to and from the bar.) capping the max to 35 guests (plus 4 crew) would have made it an outstanding day.

Has the time of my life, it was a once in a lifetime experience. If I ever had the chance to do it again I wouldn’t hesitate. Guides were great and the shark experience even better. Oh yeah and we saw whales!

It took about 30 minutes to get from the hotel to the airport, taking some back roads and avoiding traffic. It was stress-free and great.

ホテルから空港まで、途中裏道も通って、渋滞につかまる事もなく､30分ぐらいで着きました。ストレスもなく良かったです。

I participated with my elderly mother and husband. The food was very delicious, and the show was wonderful. In particular, the host's talk was entertaining, and we were enveloped in laughter and emotion. The guide was also kind and spoke slowly in easy-to-understand English for Japanese people, which was reassuring. After the show, we immediately got on the bus, so I thought it would be good to use the restroom after finishing the meal. The return bus had quite strong air conditioning, so a jacket is definitely necessary.

高齢の母と主人と3人で参加いたしました。食事もとても美味しくショーも素晴らしかったです。
特に司会の方のトークが面白くて笑いと感動に包まれました。ガイドの方も親切で、日本人にはわかりやすい英語でゆっくり話してくれますので、安心です。ショーが終わったらすぐにバスに乗りますので、食事が終わったところでトイレに行っておくといいと思いました。帰りのバスはかなり冷房がきいていますので必ず上着が必要です。

This is the 4th time our family has done this tour. It does not get old! Free pick up in Waikiki. Trip to the biggest sand bar in the world. Cheeseburger (or vegetarian!) lunch. Turtle watching. Snorkeling on private reef. Excellent hosting (with Jenner on the guitar). Great value. DO
IT!!!