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I was moved by the fire dance! At the end, we were able to take photos, which became a nice memory. Since it's at the Hawaiian Center, the location is great, and I highly recommend it!

ファイヤーダンスに感動でした！
最後に写真撮影などもできて、記念になりました。ハワイアンセンターなので、立地もよく、オススメです！

I think it can be summed up in one word: amazing. This time, I experienced multiple activities on the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu, but without a doubt, the most fun was this tour.

- I chose a plan that allowed me to experience both snorkeling and snuba. There were about 20 participants on the boat, and around 80% of them opted for this plan. The water clarity around Molokini Island was fantastic, and it would be a shame to just stick to snorkeling.
- I believe anyone can do snuba as long as they listen carefully to the pre-activity instructions.
- We were able to see whales a few times while on the boat heading to Molokini Island.
- The guide was wonderful, and their attentiveness and ability to energize the group were top-notch. Many of the other crew members were also a lot of fun.
- Since the guide was in English, it might be challenging for those who aren't proficient in English.
- The rental for a wetsuit is $10. Additionally, snorkeling and snuba at Turtle Town require an extra $50 payment. Both payments were made in cash after getting off the boat (definitely worth it).

最高の一言に尽きると思います。今回私はハワイ島→マウイ島→オアフ島の3か所で複数アクティビティを体験しましたが、間違いなく1番楽しかったのがこのツアーでした。

・シュノーケルとスヌーバの両方を体験可能なプランにしました。船内には20人程度の参加者がいましたが、8割程度がこのプランでした。モロキニ島水域の透明度は素晴らしく、シュノーケリングで終わらせるのはもったいないと思います
・スヌーバは事前の説明さえちゃんと聞いていれば誰でも出来ると思います
・モロキニ島に向かう船上でクジラも数回見ることができました
・ガイドさんがまた素晴らしく、気の配り方や盛り上げ方も最高でした。他のクルーも楽しい方が多かったです
・英語ガイドさんなので、英語がからっきしの方は難しいかも知れません
・ウェットスーツ貸し出しは10USDです。また、タートルタウンでのシュノーケリング・スヌーバは追加で50USD払う必要があります。いずれも船を降りた後に現金で支払いでした（支払う価値ありです）

I had a wonderful experience on the Mauna Kea tour. The trip was very well organized, and the whole experience was both smooth and memorable.

Our tour guide Jimms was excellent. He was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable, and he explained everything clearly throughout the tour. He also made sure everyone felt comfortable and well taken care of, especially given the unique conditions at Mauna Kea.

This tour was truly unforgettable, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Jimms, for such a great experience!

The prologue was cool, and both the music and performances were really good; time seemed to fly by. Even though everything was in English, I could understand the atmosphere, and I was happy that the cast members smiled as they walked past the seats, showing consideration for the audience. ♪

プロローグからカッコよく、音楽も演技もとても良くて、時間はとても早く過ぎた感じでした。
全部英語ではあったけれど、雰囲気でわかるし、団員さん達が席の横を通って行く時にもニッコリしていってくれて、観客に気配りしてくれているのが嬉しかったです♪

This experience was great ! Thank you ! Francis was very nice !

Really great day trip. Super convenient and comfortable ferry ride to Lanai. Our rental car canceled our Jeep at the last minute, claiming they did not have one, even though we paid in full months in advance, but a second company, “cheap jeeps “, came to our rescue, saying that they had to do the same thing for other people. Lots of fun for a day trip from Maui.

Since it was the first day, I was a bit anxious about being in a new place, but I was able to get in relatively smoothly. The Japanese language was also fine, and I was able to relax while listening to music. The amount of food was just right for us, which was great.

初日だったので初めての所は不安でしたが、割とスムーズに中に入れて、日本語も大丈夫だったし、音楽を聴きながらゆっくり過ごせました。料理の量も多過ぎず私達には、良かったです。

I took the ride from the Ala Moana Hotel. The meeting place was easy to find. Printing the voucher is a must. It took about 30 minutes to reach the destination. We left on the 10:45 AM flight and returned on the 1:45 PM flight. Although the stay was short, I was able to enjoy it thoroughly even without a guide. It was just the right amount of time for me. It was comfortable and quick, much better than spending half a day.

I was told by the older gentleman at the counter that there are no fish on the central beach, various fish on the right side of the reef, and large fish on the left side. He was absolutely right! I didn't want to spend money, so I went without fins or goggles, but I had a fantastic time. The water is shallow, so it worked out fine. Next time I go, I will bring fins and goggles from Japan.

アラモアナホテルから乗りました。
集合場所も分かりやすかったです。バウチャー印刷は必須です。
目的地までは30分ほど。
10時45分発の便で行き、
13時45分発の便で帰りました。
滞在時間は少なかったですが、
ガイドなしでも十分に楽しめます。私にとっては程よい時間でした。
半日使うよりもサクッと行けて快適でした。
真ん中の砂浜は魚はおらず、
右側の岩礁に色んな魚、
左側は大きな魚がいるとカウンターのおじいちゃんに教えてもらいました。
ほんとうにその通りでした！
お金をかけたくなく、フィンなしゴーグルなしでしたが最高に楽しめました。
遠浅なのでどうにかなります。次回行く時は日本からフィンとゴーグルは持っていきます。

I heard that there is the longest zip line on Oahu, so I participated with my son, who loves zip lining. It seems to be quite popular, and we couldn't get a reservation for the time we initially requested, so we ended up joining the tour first thing in the morning.

When we left Waikiki in the morning, it wasn't raining, but by the time we arrived at our destination, it was pouring. We did the zip line in that downpour, which was more than just a natural shower, but I think in Japan, they would have canceled the activity due to the weather, so in a way, it was a good experience. I thought it would have been amazing if the weather had been nice. Also, according to our guide, it tends to rain a lot during this season, so I think having something like a mountain parka would provide peace of mind.

オアフ島で1番長いジップラインがあると聞いて、ジップラインが大好きな息子と参加させて頂きました。人気が高い様で、最初お願いした時間では予約が取れず、結局、朝一番でのツアー参加になりました。
朝ワイキキを出る際には雨は降っていませんでしたが、目的地に着く頃には土砂降りでした。その中でジップラインをしましたが、天然のシャワーどころではありませんでしたが、日本だったら中止の天候だったと思いますので、ある意味良い経験が出来たと思います。天気が良かったら最高だったろうな…と思いました。また、ガイドの話ではこの時期は雨が多いそうですので、マウンテンパーカーの様な物があると安心だと思います。

We participated in a tour that included a shuttle service to Hanauma Bay and a snorkeling set, with three people including a 12-year-old child. The pickup time was early in the morning. It was still dark outside, and I was worried about being out so early, but shortly after arriving, dawn broke. We were able to see a wonderful sunrise, which was the perfect start to the day.

Snorkeling was first thing in the morning, and there were plenty of fish. Although there were times during the day when it was cloudy, it didn't matter, and we still had a great time seeing lots of fish.

On this day, there were no other Japanese participants in the tour besides us. However, that wasn't an issue at all.

Additionally, we could borrow life jackets on the spot by asking the tour staff. Please note that these are cash only.

We considered renting a car to get there, but I think it was better to avoid the hassle of reservations and enjoy the convenience.

I would definitely like to participate in this tour again.

ハナウマベイシャトルサービスシュノーケルセットのツアーに、12歳の子供を含む３人で参加。
ピックアップの時間は早朝。
まだ外は暗く、こんなに朝早く？と心配になりましたが、到着して間もなく夜明け。素晴らしい朝焼けを見る事ができて、最高の一日のスタートでした。

シュノーケリングも朝イチで、魚が沢山いました。日中曇りになる時間も有りましたが、
それでも問題なく、沢山のお魚を見ることができて楽しかったです。

ツアーは、この日は、日本人は私達以外いませんでした。だからといって問題はないです。

また、ライフジャケットも、ツアーの方に言えばその場で借りる事ができました。
これらは、現金のみになります。

レンタカーを借りて行く事も考えましたが、
便利さと、予約などの手間が省けてよかったと思ってます。

また、参加したいツアーです。

The trolley service had fewer buses, but it was great because it could take us to the main tourist spots. It was a 7-day ticket, so it was a shame that I couldn't use it every day. The East Oahu Scenic Line gets crowded in the mornings. It's best to board from the Royal Hawaiian Center at the start of the line, as it becomes difficult to get on later. The driver was cheerful and kind, making the experience enjoyable. Last time, I used the Waikiki Trolley, but this one was only for Japanese tourists, which made it easier with shorter waiting times.

トロリーだと、本数は少ないけど主要観光地にも行くことができるたので良かったです。7日間チケットだったため、全日は使用出来なかったのは残念。東オアフ絶景ラインは午前中混み合います。途中からは無理なので、始発のロイヤルハワイアンセンターから乗るのがおすすめです。運転手さんも陽気で親切、楽しく過ごすことが出来ました。前回はワイキキトロリーを利用しましたが、こちらは日本人だけで、並ぶ時間も短縮出来て楽でした。

Only two people were able to drive the buggy, but we had a lot of fun driving through various routes! It was exciting to see the locations where Jurassic Park was filmed.

バギーの運転は2名しかできませんでしたが、いろいろなルートを走りとても楽しかったです！
ジュラシックパークの撮影地でもあるところを見ることができワクワクしました。

I saw Cirque du Soleil for the first time.
All the performances were moving.
They were powerful, and I was able to watch with excitement and anticipation!
I definitely want to see it again!

初めてシルクドゥソレイユをみました。
全てのパフォーマンスが感動しました。
迫力があり、ワクワク、ドキドキしながら見ることができました！
また絶対に見たいです！

We participated as a family. Since my family isn't very good at English, we were a bit anxious about going out to sea, but my fourth-grade son had a blast and we were able to create wonderful memories. There were staff members who spoke Japanese perfectly, which made us feel at ease. It has become a place we want to visit again. Thank you!

家族で参加しました
英語が得意ではない家族だったので、海に出る事が少し不安でしたが、
小学4年生の息子も思いっきり楽しめて、最高の思い出が作れました。
日本語バッチリのスタッフさんもいて安心できました。
また訪れたい場所になりました。
アリガト〜

The East Oahu drive course was amazing! The driver spoke Japanese well and explained various things, and even took photos for us. The scenery was beautiful (^ - ^) It was drizzling, so they provided us with raincoats! Next time, I want to try it on a nice sunny day. Haha!

東オアフドライブコース最高でした！
運転手さんが日本語が上手で、いろいろ説明してくれたり、写真を撮ってくださいました。
綺麗な景色でした(^-^)
小雨だったのて、カッパもくれました！
今度は天気の良い日に挑戦したいです。笑

There is an observatory. The starry sky is very beautiful. I do not recommend driving there by yourself. The return trip is dark and the roads are bad.

天文台があります。星空か、とても綺麗です。自分で運転して見に行くのは、おすすめ出来ません。帰りは、暗く道も悪いです。

10/10 highly recommend this tour! Best bang for your buck. Great staff and accommodations! Loved all the food and beverages as well as getting to know the captain and his crew. The snorkel gear and wetsuits were top notch, too. We will definitely do this again next time we visit.

We had a large group in town for a sort time over NYE and this ticked all our boxes. The crew were great fun and made us all feel very welcomed.

I was able to see whales a few times, and I also got to see dolphins up close along the way, making it a satisfying tour. The only downside was that the whales were far away, so I couldn't really grasp their size. The crew also kept things lively during the tour, which was fun. It was great to see Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the sea as well.

クジラを数回見ることができ、また、途中でイルカをまじかに見ることもでき、満足いくツアーでした。残念なことは、クジラが遠く、大きさを実感できなかったことです。クルーの皆さんも、ツアーの間いろいろ盛り上げてくれて、楽しかったです。ワイキキビーチやダイアモンドヘッドを海から見れたこともよかったです。

I signed up for the tour because I wanted to enjoy authentic hula. The hula dance and fire dance were spectacular and very impressive. In the impersonation show, there were performers resembling Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, and since I belong to the generation that grew up with Michael Jackson, it was great to enjoy both his songs and dance.

本場のフラが楽しめるということで、ツアーを申し込みしました。
フラダンスやファイヤーダンスは圧巻でとても良かったです。
モノマネショーではエルビスプレスリーやマイケルジャクソンのそっくりさんがパフォーマンスをされていて、特にマイケルジャクソンはドンピシャ世代なので、歌とダンスが楽しめて良かったです。

It was more fulfilling than I expected. There were no problems for beginners. Even my family members who have experience in horseback riding enjoyed the thrill.

思ったよりも充実した内容でした。
初心者でも問題無かったです。
乗馬経験者の家族もスリルがあったと喜んでいました。

We participated as a family of three, and the experience of looking down at the city and the sea from such a high place was refreshing. We were very satisfied. Since the photos didn't turn out well, it might be better not to ask for them.

家族3人で参加しましたが、遥か高いところから街や海を眺める体験は爽快でした。大満足です。写真はちゃんと撮れているのないので、頼まない方がいいかも。

I applied to participate on-site, but I didn't realize the distance, and it took quite a while to get there by taxi. The horse riding itself was a lot of fun, and there were even sharks on the beach, which made it quite exciting.

現地参加で応募しましたが、距離感分かっておらず現地到着までにタクシーで相当かかりました。馬自体はとても楽しく、浜辺にサメがいたりして結構もりあがりました。

The weather was nice, which allowed us to see some very beautiful scenery! It was a really enjoyable experience.

The staff is accustomed to dealing with Japanese customers, but the explanations will be in English. However, during the boat ride, there are also explanations in Japanese, so I think it would be reassuring to pay attention to those as well.

You can have photos taken during the experience for an additional fee, and since they took many pictures, it became a great memory. I definitely recommend requesting this!

天気が良かったことも幸いし、非常に良い景色が見られました！とても楽しい体験でした。
スタッフの方は日本人の対応にも慣れている方ではありますが、説明は英語になります。船で移動中に流れる説明では日本語でも説明があるので、そちらも注意して聞いていた方が安心して臨めるかと思います。
別料金で体験中の写真を撮っていただくことができるのですが、たくさん撮っていただけていい思い出になったため、ぜひお願いすることをおすすめします！

This was my second visit to Kualoa Ranch. This time, I chose the zipline experience, which was different from my last visit. On the way to the starting point for the zipline, I was able to take in the vast scenery of Kualoa Ranch, and it truly felt like Kualoa at its best! I got to experience seven different ziplines, and it was exhilarating! The staff only provided explanations in English, so there were some conversations I couldn't fully understand, but that added to the fun and became a memorable part of my trip. Kualoa Ranch is definitely the best!

2度目のクアロアランチ。前回と違う体験をと今回はジップラインを選びました。ジップラインでも、スタート地点に向かう道中、広大なクアロアランチを見渡すことが出来、やっぱりクアロア最後〜！でした。ジップラインは7本も体験でき、爽快でした！スタッフの説明が英語のみのため、聞き取れない会話もありましたが、そこも笑いを誘うなど旅先の想い出の１つとなりました。やっぱりクアロアランチ、最高です！

I have seen Cirque du Soleil performances all over the world, but this one truly respected the local culture and elevated it to an art form, which was amazing. I was initially worried about the small size of the venue, but once the show started, I realized that the scale was actually perfect.

I now have more plays that I absolutely recommend to anyone going to Hawaii, and I will definitely go see this one again when I visit.

The entrance can be a bit tricky to find at first, but you go up the escalator located in the small rotary next to the hotel, and then turn right, and you will see the entrance right away. Show your ticket to the staff standing there, then go up the escalator again to reach the doors in front of the venue.

They sell popcorn and drinks that you can enjoy during the performance.

I definitely plan to go again.

これまで世界中のシルク・ドゥ・ソレイユを見てきましたが、それらの中でもその土地の文化を尊重し、芸術として昇華させている感じが最高でした。会場規模が小さくて最初不安だったのですが、始まったらその規模が最高に良かったんだということを実感しました。

ハワイに行ったら必ず見に行くし、ハワイに行く人に絶対に勧める演劇というものが増えました。

入口は最初は少し分かりにくいのですが、ホテル脇の小さいロータリーにあるエスカレーターを上がって、右に曲がると直ぐにエントランスです。立っている係員にチケットを見せて、エスカレーターをさらに上がって会場前の扉まで行きましょう。

観劇中に食べることのできるポップコーンや飲み物はそこで売っています。

また必ず行こうと思います。

On the day of horseback riding, it was cloudy with light rain, but I was still overwhelmed by the magnificent scenery. The smart horse walked on its own, so I just enjoyed the view while riding (laughs). The staff were also kind, reassuring me with directions like "right" and "left," which made the experience enjoyable and stress-free!

乗馬当日は曇り〜小雨でしたが、それでも壮大な景色に圧倒されました◎
賢いお馬さんが勝手に歩いてくれたので私はただ乗って景色を楽しむだけでした（笑）スタッフの方も優しく「右〜」「左〜」と声をかけてくれるので安心して楽しめました！

This tour is long but well worth it. We were picked up at the Starbucks, Queen’s Shopping Center, Waikoloa Beach Resort. We drove to the Mauna Kea Visitor’s Center where we had a very nice dinner. Next we went to the summit to view the telescopes and sunset from almost 14,000 feet. We the viewed the night sky through telescopes in almost complete darkness. Our driver and guide, Arthur, was fantastic. What a great experience!

Our Pearl Harbor and Ford Island tour was an unforgettable and meaningful experience. The visit to the USS Arizona Memorial was deeply moving, offering a powerful reminder of the events of December 7, 1941, and the lives lost that day. Touring the Battleship Missouri was equally inspiring—standing on the very deck where World War II ended felt humbling and historic. Our tour guide, Ernest, was an interesting and engaging addition who shared fascinating stories and insights that brought history to life. Lunch at the Ford Island Aviation Museum was good and provided a nice break in the day. We also appreciated the smooth, on-time flights between Kona and Honolulu with Southwest Airlines—comfortable and well-handled from start to finish. The round-trip bus transportation to and from the airport was convenient, well-organized, and stress-free. Overall, this was a well-planned, educational, and memorable day we’ll long remember.

Our family had an amazing time snorkeling and whale watching. The food was also very good and everyone had plenty to eat. Our favorite part was the wonderful crew. They were funny and kind and engaging and made us all feel super comfortable, mostly our 5 and 7 year old. This boat was great for kids and had a few options for them to be able to see the underwater life. We had plenty of time to snorkel and then lots of relaxing time in the boat to see a ton of humpback whales. We are already planning our Four Winds snorkel trip next year!