All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

Every time I visit Northshore, it's always lively, but this time it was particularly vibrant. There were more Americans than Japanese, which was overwhelming. There are plenty of restrooms in the Haleiwa area, which is reassuring. I wished we could have driven to Turtle Bay... it's a bit of a regret. I found a limited edition Patagonia shirt with a Haleiwa logo and ended up buying a lot. The driver was kind, skilled at driving, and a great person. I would like to request them again. Highly recommended!

毎回、Northshoreは訪れるのですが、今回はとても活気がありました。日本人よりアメリカ人ばかりで
圧倒されました。お手洗いもハレイワエリアには
沢山あって、安心です。
タートルベイまで車で行って欲しかったのが…
ココロ残りですが。
ハレイワ限定のロゴのPatagoniaシャツがあり
爆買いしました。
ドライバーさんも優しく、運転もお上手で良い方でした。また、お願いしたいです。おススメです。

The sunset was amazing. The only downside was that it set behind the mountains of Oahu instead of the ocean. It's understandable since it's June; I'll come back in August.

サンセットも見られて最高でした。ちょっと残念だったのが、サンセットは海ではなくオアフ島の山に沈んだことです。6月だからしょうがない、また8月に来ます。

This was such an amazing experience that I hardly know where to begin.

I can't say enough about Jen, who was our guide. From the moment we met her at 7:30 am (she was early to pick up near our residence) until she dropped us back home ~12 hours later, she made the trip such a positive experience. She was very personable and easy for my husband and I to chat with us as we made the ~1.5 hr drive to pick up the rest of the passengers in Hilo.

She was constantly pointing out areas of interest and sharing background information and context so that we could fully appreciate the sights of the Volcano park.

The 3 mile hike was great, and it was so interesting to spend time on the caldera floor, although I will admit that the trek back up truly tested my stamina!

All in all, an amazing day!

This was an amazing experience taking us deep into the Waipio Valley. This shuttle is almost the only way to explore the Waipio Valley, which is something NOT to be missed in touring the Big Island of Hawaii.

Our driver (unfortunately forgot his name; were on the 1st morning tour on 5/9/24) was extremely proficient in navigating the exceedingly steep terrain and making us feel safe and calm. He pointed out areas of interest, and made frequent stops for us to get out of the van and take pictures.

We highly recommend this tour!

Had the best time of our lives the boat is amazing and staff was great!!!!!!!!! Seen lots of turtles and fish!!!!!!!!! Totally worth it plus you get drinks also!!!!!!!!!!

Amazing
Wonderful staff
Great fun
Nice view
Excellent snorkeling experience
Food is also good
Must for kauai visit

It became my best memory in Hawaii! The location is absolutely amazing! The all-you-can-drink alcohol was great, and the Mai Tai was delicious! The only juice available was canned guava. There are restrooms, so you don't have to worry about drinking a lot! If you're prone to seasickness, you should be careful! You will get wet up to your shins when getting on and off the boat! When I used Google Maps to get to the reception, it directed me to a street behind, so be cautious about that.

ハワイで一番の思い出になりました！すごく最高なロケーションです！
アルコール飲み放題で、マイタイが美味しかったです！ジュースは缶のグァバしかなかったです。トイレあるのでたくさん飲んでも心配はないです！
船酔いしやすい方は気をつけたほうがいいです！
乗り降りで膝下までぬれます！
受付までGoogleナビで行ったら、1本裏を案内されたので気をつけてください。

Worst part was getting up for a 5:50am shuttle pick-up. But it was well worth it. Our shuttle was full and there were more instructions at the top of the Bay, where gear rental was distributed and we were placed into manageable groups for the ticket office. But the organizers knew what they were doing, kept track of everyone, despite confusing looks on some of our faces (mine!). Plenty of room at the beach; clean basic facilities. Information booth was staffed by very knowledgeable and helpful guides. I noticed a long line at the locker & gear rental. In the past 10 years of 4 snorkeling trips (I'm obviously not avid), Hanauma Bay comes in 3rd as far as plentiful ocean life.* Maybe because of climate change, 10 years ago was the last of the best of snorkeling? Glad I went though. I was going to skip it because of the tourism. But the agencies in charge struck the best balance possible for an endangered reef and we humans who want to pay our respects to Kanaloa and Pele, for the beautiful gifts they bestowed.
*(1st: Boracay; 2nd: St Lucia; 4th: Kauai)

I participated in this tour because you can only reach the summit of Mauna Kea with a tour. We headed towards Mauna Kea while learning about Hawaii's history. We were fortunate with the weather, and the sunset was truly magnificent. It can be quite cold even in summer. They provide jackets and pants, but if you prefer your own, it might be a good idea to bring a winter down jacket and a hat. We also enjoyed the sandwiches included in the tour here (they were very delicious). After that, we did some stargazing a little below the summit. There were so many stars, it was astonishing. We even saw artificial satellites. Enjoying hot chocolate in the cold was really warming. The guide shared the photos they took via AirDrop. It was a wonderful tour.

マウナケアの山頂はツアーでないと行けないのでこのツアーに参加しました。
ハワイの歴史などを解説してくれながらマウナケアに向かいます。
天気に恵まれサンセットは本当に素晴らしいものでした。
夏でもかなり寒いです。上着、ズボンなどを用意してくれてますが自分のものが良いという方は真冬のダウン、帽子を用意した方がいいかも
ツアーに含まれるサンドウィッチもここで頂きました。(とても美味しいです)
その後山頂から少し下りたところで星空鑑賞。こんなに星があるのかと言うほどたくさんの星出会います。人工衛星も見れました。
寒いところにホットチョコレートをいただき本当にホットしました。
ガイドさんが撮ってくれた写真もairdrop でシェア。
素晴らしいツアーでした。

I was moved by the incredibly beautiful blue sea!
We gathered at the port and spent about three hours together, during which we not only saw the sandbar but also enjoyed snorkeling and a stand-up paddleboarding experience. On our way back to the port, we had a lovely cruise over the beautiful sea. In just these three hours, we were able to have such amazing experiences, and my whole family was very satisfied. The macadamia-flavored coffee and spam rice balls we enjoyed on the boat were also very delicious! This trip was a celebration of our 30th wedding anniversary, and thanks to Yuka and all the staff, we created wonderful memories.
Thank you so much!

綺麗すぎるブルーの海に感動しました！
港に集合してから解散まで3時間ほどでしたが、サンドバーを見られるだけでなく、シュノーケリングやSAP体験、そして港に戻る時には綺麗な海の上を案内していただきクルージングも楽しめました。この3時間という時間の中でこれほどの体験をする事ができ、家族みんな大満足でした。船の上でごちそうになったマカダミア風味の珈琲やスパムのおむすびも大変美味しかったです！結婚30年の記念の旅行でしたが、ゆかさんはじめスタッフの皆様のおかげで素晴らしい思い出が出来ました。
本当にありがとうございました！

I can't recommend this trip enough. We had a fantastic boating experience, the snorkeling was wonderful and the crew was the best. They went above and beyond and really worked to make the experience a special one. And the food was excellent, too. My wide and I had truly amazing time.

Amazing tour! Recommend to all wanting to see the beautiful island of Kauai!

Previously, I had only watched the show and enjoyed it, so this time I chose the VIP course with a meal included. The buffet-style meal was abundant and delicious, leaving me very satisfied. The desserts were also plentiful, with ice cream, cake, and fruits... especially the papaya was delicious. After the meal, we moved to the show venue, and since it was the VIP course, we were able to watch from a great seat, second row from the front in the center. I was thrilled to see the Hawaiian dance, as well as performances by impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson up close. I had the most enjoyable time during my stay in Hawaii.

以前、ショーだけを観たことがあり、楽しかったので、今回は食事付きのＶＩＰコースを選びました。
ビュッフェ形式の食事で、料理の種類も豊富で美味しかったので、大満足できました。
デザートも充実していて、アイス、ケーキ、フルーツ……特にパパイヤが美味しかった。
食事のあとは、ショーの会場に移動しますが、ＶＩＰコースだったので、中央の前から2番目のよい席から観ることができました。
ハワイアンの踊り、エルビス・プレスリー、マイケル・ジャクソンのそっくりさんの本人さながらのパフォーマンスを間近に観られテンションが上がりました。
ハワイ滞在中で、最高に楽しい時間を過ごせました。

We had a very interesting and enjoyable time, including with the captain. Also, seeing the sea turtles excited the whole family. We definitely want to go again.

船長さん含め、とても面白く、楽しい時間を
過ごさせて頂きました。また、ウミガメが見れて
家族みんな興奮しました。
また必ず行きたいです。

The sunset at the summit was a fantastic experience, slowly sinking below the cloud horizon among the observatories. It felt like a scene from Mars, and I spent a precious time that I couldn't find anywhere else. Thank you!
At Masashi Nature School, I caught a cold, so they accommodated my schedule change and pickup location, which was a great help. There were only two of us, but S, a second-generation Japanese, explained everything well, which was nice.
The starry sky on the new moon was somewhat obstructed by the light from the rental car tire repair in the parking lot, which was a disappointing accident. However, I was able to see some stars.

山頂サンセットは天文台群の間、雲平線にゆっくりと沈んで行く、幻想的な素晴らしい体験が出来ました。火星のような景色でもあり、他では得られない貴重な時間を過ごしました。有難う！
まさしネイチャースクールでは風邪引いたので日程変更、ピックアップ場所変更応じてくれて、助かりました。2人だけでしたが、日本人は2世のS君がバランスよく説明してくれたので、良かったです。
新月だった星空は、駐車場でレンタカーパンク修理のライトが邪魔で、残念なアクシデントでした。星はそこそこ見る事が出来ました。

Great family run business. Old fashioned fun. Cultural tourism in a good way. Nice friendly people. Would recommend.

I experienced my first sunset cruise in Hawaii. The waves were calm, and I could see the cityscape of Waikiki, Diamond Head, Kahala, and even Coco Head in the distance from the sea. The Mai Tais were all-you-can-drink and delicious! Unfortunately, we couldn't see a beautiful sunset because it was cloudy, but we were lucky to see a beautiful rainbow along the way. After getting off the boat, there was a shower nearby where I could wash my feet, and I was able to go straight to dinner. I definitely want to participate again next time I go.

初めてのハワイ、サンセットクルーズを体験しました。波も穏やかで、海からみるワイキキの街並み、ダイヤモンドヘッド、カハラ、遠くにココヘッドも見えました。
マイタイは飲み放題、美味しかった！
残念ながら綺麗なサンセットは雲がかかり見れませんでしたが、途中、きれいな虹が見れてよかったです。
船を降りてからも、シャワーが近くにあり、足を洗うことができ、そのまま夕食に行けました。
今度行った時も是非参加したいです。

I participated alone during my stay in Hilo. It was great to find a Mauna Kea tour departing from Hilo, as they are not easy to come by. The scenery while driving through Mauna Kea felt like I had arrived in another world. The sunset and the evening glow were wonderful. The starry sky was also breathtaking, with the Scorpius and the Southern Cross clearly visible. I'm not good at English, so I listened to the guide's talk while translating it with a translation app. It was a tour that nature lovers would absolutely enjoy.

ヒロに滞在中に一人で参加しました。
ヒロ発のマウナケアのツアーがなかなかなくて、
見つけられて良かったです。
マウナケアの懐を走っている時の景色は、
地球外に来たのではないかと思ってしまうような異空間でした。
また、サンセット、からの夕焼けは素晴らしかったです。
そして星空も、さそり座や南十字星が綺麗に見えて感動しました。
英語が苦手で、ガイドさんのトークは翻訳アプリで翻訳しながら聞いていました。
自然好きにはたまらないツアーでした。

Summer Memories of 2023
A trip to Hawaii with my elderly parents and two grandchildren. We signed up for a boat tour as one of the attractions since it was close to our hotel. The view of Waikiki from the boat was exceptional. Along the way, the captain brought us to an area where we could see sea turtles and dolphins, which was so exciting. We also got to dive into the ocean from the boat. Finally, the captain allowed me to take the helm, and I was on cloud nine. I plan to try again in 2024.

2023夏の思い出
老夫婦2人と孫2人でハワイ旅行
観光の一つに乗船しました。HOTELから近かったので即申し込み
ました。船上からワイキキの景色はまた格別でした。
途中キャプテンがウミガメとイルカの回遊地域に船を寄せてもらい大はしゃぎまた，船上から海中へダイビング
最後にキャプテンから船の操縦許可いただき舵を取らせていただきテンションマックスでした。
2024年も再チャレンジします。

The Japanese guide provided commentary about Hawaii during the transfer, making it enjoyable from start to finish without any dull moments!

However, there are no breaks, so it might require some stamina...
(Of course, the guide will suggest going to the beach together if it gets too tough, and you can take a break from there.)

If you're not confident in your English or have concerns, I absolutely recommend this plan!

日本人ガイドの方が、送迎中もハワイのガイドをしてくださり、
飽きることなく、最初から最後まで楽しかったです！

ただ休憩とかはないので、体力はいるかも、、。
（もちろんガイドの方が、厳しくなったら一緒に浜に行って、そこからは休憩してくださいとは言ってくれますが）

英語苦手とか不安がある方は、このプランは絶対おすすめです！

At first, I was hesitant about the option tours, thinking it would be like a tribute show in Japan. However, my husband wanted to see the fire dance, so we decided to book it at the last minute. The reviews were good, and it turned out to be a great decision!

First of all, the food was delicious! We booked VIP seats, and I highly recommend going for VIP if you're considering the same option. The included lei really enhances the Hawaiian vibe, and we received priority for the order of dishes. We could also order two alcoholic drinks, so I had one during dinner and one during the show. If you're debating between this and a certain dining cruise, I absolutely recommend this option.

We were able to watch the show from the front row (VIP benefit). The content was simply amazing. The singing was great, and the dancing was impressive. The performances by Michael and Elvis were just like the originals, and the audience from some country was so enthusiastic that it was almost laughable. When it came time to shake hands, I felt like I might faint from excitement. The audience's energy made the show even more vibrant and enjoyable.

After the show, they were very friendly and accommodating for photo opportunities.

When I travel to Hawaii again, I definitely want to book this option tour, and I highly recommend it to others!

最初、オプションツアーを探している時は日本で言うモノマネショーみたいならいいや…と候補から外していました。
でも、主人がファイヤーダンスが観たいと言うので、急遽申込むことに。
口コミも良かったですが、これは申し込んで大正解！

まずはお料理が美味しい！
私達はVIP席で申込したのですが、同じ申込をするならVIPがおすすめです。
特典の〝レイ〟がハワイの気分を盛り上げてくれるし、お料理の順番等も優先
アルコールも2杯頼めるので、1杯はお料理の時、1杯はショーの時に飲むことが出来ました。
某クルージングしながらの食事と迷っているなら、こちらが絶対おすすめです。

ショーも中央の前列で観ることができました（VIP特典）
内容もとにかく素晴らしい
歌は上手いし、踊りは上手
マイケルとエルビスは本人さながらのパフォーマンスで、どこかの国の観客の盛り上がり方ときたら、
笑っちゃうほど熱狂してました。
もう握手してもらう時は気絶する勢いでした。
その観客の盛り上がりもあってか？より一層ショーが華やかになり楽しかったです。

終わってからの写真撮影も、気さくに対応してくださいました。

またハワイに旅行の際は、絶対こちらのオプションツアーに申込をしたいと思いますし、とにかく他の方にもおすすめです！

My family thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The MC was fantastic and funny. The flower and anniversary leis were a wonderful touch. The activities were fun. The show was very entertaining, impressive, and the food was good too! The waterfall and hike were fun before too. Thank you for a fantastic day and evening! Mahalo!

Our guide, Justice was awesome! A wealth of knowledge and so enjoyable.

This was my second time doing this and it was amazing both times! This time I took my 3-year-old grandson. He was excited up until it was time to get in the water. He started crying and wanting mommy and though she was there she wasn’t planning to get in the pool (I hadn’t paid for her). Anyways, the trainer saw how upset he was and asked him if he wanted to hear the dolphin fart. He stopped crying and watched as she proceeded to make the dolphin make a fart sound. She then offered to let him do it and he did which made him laugh. He then decided the dolphin was pretty cool and ended up petting her and feeding her too. It was so fun spending that time with him and I can’t wait to do it again when my granddaughter is old enough.

Very cool experience. Saw lots of fish and turtles. The view at the island was nice as well. Only thing I was not happy about was the life guard told us to remove the flippers while the tide pulling us away. Mad it pretty hard to swim to the boat. I'm a decently strong swimmer and I barely made it. Besides that great experience

The all around experience from the charter boat crew to the sandbar was amazing.

The crew was so lively and made you feel welcomed. The options for activities was great!

The live music was top teir and so soothing

I highly recommend this trip!

** don't forget to bring a water proof phone case or cover!**

They are punctual and friendly. The experience of touring the memorial was great. Strongly recommended with this tour company.

Last year, when I went to Hawaii, I saw it and wanted to try it this year, so I signed up. It was really cool and wonderful to see a woman at the helm. I participated with a friend, but my friend got seasick and regretted not taking motion sickness medication beforehand. Other than that, it was really fantastic. Thank you very much.

昨年ハワイに行った際に見かけて今年は乗ってみたいと申込みをしました。
女性が舵を取るのがとても格好良く素敵でした。
友人と参加しましたが、友人は船酔いをしてしまい酔い止めを飲んでおくんだったと後悔していました。
それ以外はとても素晴らしかったです。
ありがとうございました。

This tour is undoubtedly the best must-do experience, as the title suggests!

We have experienced various tours in different countries, but this was exceptionally wonderful.

First, I want to express my gratitude to Captain Robin. I can't thank him enough. I truly feel lucky to have been on his boat!

The weather on the day was a bit cloudy, which wasn't ideal, but there were so many amazing highlights.

- From the captain and the crew, we felt a warm response and consideration, always wanting the tour participants to have a great time.

- There was attentive support from a crew member who spoke Japanese, which provided a sense of security.

- During snorkeling time, I was terrified and couldn't swim in the deep sea where my feet couldn't touch the bottom, but they always offered very kind encouragement and support (I think it's good to let them know in advance if you're not a strong swimmer).

- The experience of swimming up close with sea turtles will remain a lifelong memory.

- I'm not sure if there are restrictions on the number of boats, but it wasn't crowded with boats and people like typical tourist spots, allowing us to fully enjoy nature.

- Not only were there cute and sacred sea turtles, but there were also large and beautiful fish, creating a spectacular scene. Everyone was swimming very relaxed and at ease. We even saw an eel!

I could go on about the many points that made me extremely satisfied, but overall, it was just amazing! I gave a generous tip when disembarking to express my gratitude, but my appreciation for the crew, who provided such a fun and moving experience, has not faded. Even now, after returning home, I feel like sending an additional tip! (laughs)

Next time I go to Hawaii, I will definitely ride on Captain Robin's boat again! Thank you so much!!

タイトル通り、間違いなく最高の必須ツアーです！

私達はこれまでも様々な国でツアーを経験してきましたが、格別にに素晴らしい経験となりました。

まずお伝えしたいのは、キャプテンのRobinさんの素晴らしさ。彼には感謝してもしきれません。
Robinさんの船に乗ることができたのは、本当にラッキーだったと思います！

当日の天気は少し曇りで最高とはいきませんでしたが、以下のような素晴らしいポイントがたくさんありました。

・キャプテンをはじめクルーの皆さんからは、常にツアー参加者に心から楽しんでもらいたいという温かな対応や気遣いを感じられました

・日本語ができるクルーによる親身なフォローがあり、安心感があります。

・シュノーケリングタイムでは、足が全くつかない深い海では恐怖で泳げなくなってしまう私に、常に非常に優しい声がけとサポートをしてくれました（泳ぎが苦手な方は予め伝えておくと良いと思います）。

・ウミガメと間近で一緒に泳ぐことができた経験、一生思い出に残るものとなりました。

・船数の規制があるのかはわかりませんが、観光地でありがちの、あちこち船だらけ人だらけ、ということもなく、存分に自然を満喫することができます。

・可愛いく神聖なウミガメ達だけでなく、大きくてキレイな魚達もいて壮観です。みんな非常にリラックスしてゆったり泳いでいます。ウツボもみれました！

まだまだ大満足ポイントを挙げたいところですが、とにかく最高でした！
下船時に感謝の気持ちを込めて多めにチップを渡しましたが、終始楽しく感動的な経験をさせてくれたクルーの皆さんへの感謝の気持ちは未だ冷めやらずです。帰国後の今でも追加でチップを送金させてもらいたいレベルです！笑

今度ハワイに行く時も、必ずまたキャプテンのRobinさんの船に乗りにいきます！
本当にありがとうございました！！

It feels like you can enjoy your meal while watching. The variety and amount of food and drinks are just right. With Alii Seat, you get priority entry and can grab the buffet first, and the staff at your table quickly ask for your drink orders and bring them to you. The show isn't flashy, but you can enjoy it casually while eating and drinking. If you don't understand English, you'll just have to enjoy the atmosphere.

食べながら見るという感じですが食べ物、飲み物の種類と量もちょうど良い感じです。
Alii Seatだと優先的に入れてブッフェも先に取れるし飲み物もテーブル担当の方が直ぐに聞いて持って来てくれます。
ショーは派手さはないですけど飲み食いしながら気楽に楽しめる感じです。
英語がわからなければ雰囲気で楽しむしかないですけど。