All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

There were many types of dishes, and it was a lively time with hula dancing. The show had beautiful singing, and the impersonators and fire dancers were impressive, allowing us to have a wonderful time.

料理の種類も沢山あり、フラダンスで賑やかな時間でした。ショーも歌声が素敵でしたし、そっくりさんやファイアーダンスも見応え十分で楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。

I participated with my friend because we could swim with wild dolphins. We were able to swim with whale sharks too! We saw many creatures, including dolphins and turtles, and it was a truly precious experience. The Japanese staff and the crew were very kind, so I think even first-timers can enjoy it! I was really glad to come and have so much interaction with nature!

野生のイルカと泳ぐことができるということで、友人と参加しました。ジンベイザメと泳ぐことができました！他にもイルカやカメなどたくさんの生き物を見ることができ、とても貴重な時間でした。
日本人スタッフさんはじめ、クルーの皆さんもとても優しいので、初めての人でも楽しめると思います！自然にたくさん触れ合うことができ、本当に来てよかったです！

We visited in November again, just like last year, but this year we faced terrible weather with strong waves and cold temperatures, which made it quite challenging. However, my two elementary school-aged sons remembered last year's experience and chatted a lot with the crew! This year, it seems that the honu (sea turtles) came very close to us often! I didn't snorkel with my face in the water, but while playing and taking photos in the shallow area, they came right up close to me!

At SAP, the rain and wind were strong, and my son said, "This year is tough!" (laughs) Still, we had a valuable experience, enjoyed warm drinks and chatted on the boat, and even ate spam musubi, which was fun! Our family promised the ladies that we would come back next year!

昨年と同じ11月の利用でしたが、今年はみごとに悪天候で、波もすごいし寒いしハードでしたが、小学生の息子2人は昨年のことも覚えているのでクルーの方とたくさんお喋り！
今年はホヌがとても近くまで来てくれることが多いそう！私も顔をつけてまでのシュノーケルはしないのですが、足がつくところで写真を撮りながら遊んでいたら、体のすぐ近くまで寄ってきてくれました！
SAPは雨と風が強くて息子も「今年は難しい！」と言ってました（笑）
それでも、貴重な体験をして、船では温かい飲み物を飲んでおしゃべりしたり、スパムおにぎりも食べて楽しかったです！
お姉さんたちと、来年も来るからと約束をした我が家でした！

With an instructor, I boarded a Cessna and went diving! The view was just like looking out of the small airplane window, above the clouds. One by one, we took off, and before I knew it, it was my turn! I felt no sense of reality about diving because we were so high up, and then suddenly, we jumped. We dove straight down, spreading our arms and legs into the diving position. Even while descending rapidly, I had plenty of time to enjoy the scenery. After a while, the parachute opened, and we descended gently. I savored the views over the mountains and the ocean. It's something I wouldn't do in Japan, but I found the courage to dive because it was Hawaii. I was filled with anxiety right up until the moment, but I'm glad I did it.

インストラクターとペアで、セスナに乗り込みダイビング！景色は飛行機の小窓からみる景色と同じで雲の上。次々と飛び立ちあっという間に自分の出番！高すぎてこれからダイビングをする実感がないまま一瞬で飛びました。一気に急降下し、手と足を広げてダイビングのあの形に。急降下してても景色を見る余裕は全然ありました。しばらくするとパラシュートが開き、緩やかに下降。山の上、海の上を堪能。日本ではやらないですが、ハワイだからこそやる勇気が出たダイビング。直前まで不安でいっぱいでしたが、やってよかったです。

The ocean in Waikiki is beautiful, but this place is on another level! It was a clear emerald green. We did bumper tubing, banana boating, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). We stayed in the water the whole time without returning to the boat. The bumper tubing we did right after arriving was quite challenging, especially for families with kids. It was thrilling! The time felt long enough that I thought we should go back, but I was completely satisfied. We went banana boating with four people. It wasn't as difficult as the bumper tubing, but you could really feel the sea breeze—definitely a classic ocean activity! For snorkeling, you can use your own gear or rent some. We fed the fish and filmed the ocean with a GoPro. The SUP had an instructor, so it was reassuring to know that if you fell, you’d just land in the water! It was a fantastic time enjoying the ocean in Hawaii.

ワイキキの海も綺麗ですが、ここは別格！透き通ったエメラルドグリーンでした。バンパーチューブ、バナナボート、シュノーケリング、サップをやりました。一度も船に戻らず、ずっと海に。着いてすぐにやったバンパーチューブは難易度高め？お子さんを乗せているご家族も。スリル満点！もう戻ってーと思うほど時間も長くて大満足。バナナボートは4人で乗りました。バンパーチューブほどは難易度は高くないですが、潮風を感じられてザ・海のアクティビティ！シュノーケリングは自分のものでも、貸し出しを使用してもOK。えさをもらってゴープロで海を撮影しました。サップはインストラクターもいて、落ちても海なので安心！ハワイの海を大満喫できた時間でした。

The staff were the best members, not only beautiful but also very friendly and considerate!

The sunset was beautiful, and they took plenty of time for horseback riding! It was the best moment!

最高のメンバーで、スタッフの人も、美男美女だけでなく、とてもノリのいい気遣いのできる方たちばかりでした！

夕日も綺麗で、乗馬時間もとても、たっぷり撮ってくれました！
最高のひとときでした！

Well organized, the guides were great, kind, and fun! It's ok to take your personal stuff, they put everything in a plastic tub and it's in employee hands at all times. Gloves and helmets were clean and in good condition. Bathrooms and changing rooms at the warehouse and porta available at the picnic spot, they offer sanitizer.

I went on the day I arrived in Hawaii, looking forward to the performance. I was moved and thrilled by the overwhelming performance from start to finish, and it was worth the trip.

ハワイ公演を楽しみに、ハワイ到着日に行きました。最初から最後まで圧倒したパフォーマンスに感動、感激で来た甲斐がありました。

I was looking forward to it! Sandbar.
There was a little incident on the way there, but I was overwhelmed by the scenery that made me forget all about it.

楽しみにしていた！サンドバー
行きの車ではハプニングがあったけど、それを払拭するほどの、光景に圧倒されたのしめました。

I participated with my elderly father, two daughters, and one grandchild. I wanted to decide based on the morning conditions, so it was helpful that I could make a reservation on the morning of the event. It seemed like it could be done without a reservation, but I think making a reservation is more beneficial because there are discounts and other perks. It was an exciting experience to see Waikiki from a perspective that we usually don't get to see. However, there were some comments that the time spent flying in the air was a bit long, and some people got a little bored.

高齢の父、娘2名、孫1名で参加しました。
朝の状態をみて決めたかったので、当日の朝でも予約できて助かりました。
予約無しでもできそうでしたが、予約した方が割引等あったりするので、お得だと思います。
普段見られない視点からのワイキキでしたので、大興奮でした。
ただ、上空で飛んでいる時間が少し長くて、少し飽きてしまったという声もありました。

I was worried after reading the low reviews, but I had a great time. The bus had bad reviews, but the driver was a cheerful guy. We took the bus and checked in upon arrival. The check-in was done on an iPad, but everything was in English, so I used a translation app to input my information. As long as you do the final check and sign properly, it seems like the rest can be done casually. If you accidentally press the home button, you have to start over, so I just kept pressing next.

After that, I received a paper to give to the instructor and waited. During this time, they mentioned a fuel fee of $15 per person and asked if I wanted to take photos or videos. I declined. When my instructor arrived, I received an explanation, but I didn't understand much. Luckily, there was a Japanese staff member who helped translate. The instructions included lifting my chin a bit, holding the harness, raising my legs and arching my back when we jumped, and spreading my arms wide when they tapped my shoulders as a signal to indicate I was ready. For landing, they explained not to extend my legs but to keep them lifted.

Then we waited for the helicopter, and they tried to sell us photos and videos again during that time. They approached me three times, but I declined each time.

Finally, it was time to jump! It was high, and I felt a bit scared, but as long as I screamed while jumping, I was fine. After the parachute opened, I felt really nauseous (I have a weak vestibular system and can't ride attractions like the Harry Potter ride at Universal Studios Japan).

Afterward, I received a certificate of completion and an envelope. I put a tip (I decided on $20) in the envelope and placed it in a clear box to finish up.

Regarding tips for the bus ride back, I noticed some people didn’t give any, but as mentioned in the reviews, when I gave $10, they were very grateful, so I recommend giving a tip.

Since I have a very weak vestibular system, I probably won’t do this again, but I'm glad I chose this place. There are additional costs for sales and payments, but aside from that, everything was good, so I’d rate it 4 stars.

低評価の口コミ見て心配になってましたがとても楽しめました。
バスの口コミが悪いですが陽気なおじさんでした。バスで向かい、到着後受付をします、iPadで受付ですが全部英語です、翻訳機能使いながら入力していきます、最後のチェックとサインだけしっかりしてあれば他は適当でも大丈夫そう。間違えてホームボタンとか押すと初めからなのでずっとネクスト押し続ける。
それからインストラクターに渡す紙もらって待機になります、その際に燃料費？？が1人15$かかるのと標高高くしませんか？写真動画とりませんか？の営業かけてきます。わたしは断りました。自分のインストラクターがきたら説明を受けます，，何言ってるかさっぱりでしたが日本人のスタッフさんいたので通訳してもらいました。少し顎をあげる、ハーネスを握る、飛んだら足をあげてエビゾリになる、肩をぽんぽん叩かれたら両手広げてOKの合図、着地の時は足を伸ばすんじゃなくて浮かしてって感じの説明です。
あとはヘリくるまで待機、その際にも写真動画の営業かけてきます、計３回かけてきましたが全部断りました。
あとは飛ぶだけです！高くて少しチビりそうでしたが奇声上げながら飛べば大丈夫です。パラシュート開いてからはもう気持ち悪くて無理でした(自分は三半規管弱くてUSJのハリーポッターとか乗れません)
終わったら飛んだ証明書と封筒を渡されます、封筒にチップ(10〜30$わたしは20$にしといた)を入れて透明のBOXにいれて終わりです。
帰りのバス降りるさいのチップですが渡してない人もいましたが口コミにある通り10$渡したらめっちゃ感謝してたのであげてください。
自分は三半規管弱すぎるので2度とすることはないですがここを選んでよかったと思います。
営業と、支払い以外のお金かかるのでそこ以外はよかったので⭐︎4って感じです。

You drive a buggy through nature, navigating bumpy roads. There are areas with elevation changes that make it thrilling and exciting. Even when it rained, the sun quickly came out, allowing us to enjoy the changing weather.

自然の中をバギーで、デコボコ道を走ります。高低差のある所もあって、ハラハラ、ドキドキします。雨が降ってもすぐ晴れて天気の違いも楽しめました。

We had no idea what to expect. We just thought a little boat ride would be fun. It ended up being our favorite thing we did on our trip. We started off in the bay seeing dolphins swimming and spinning around and then went through some white capped waves that felt like a thrill ride. We laughed and smiled the whole time. Felt completely safe and taken care of.

The sunset and starry sky were beautiful❣️ I was also happy to see the Subaru telescope😆 This has become a tour I definitely want to join again when I come back to the Big Island💕

夕焼けも星空も美しい❣️
スバル望遠鏡も見れたし嬉しかった😆
またハワイ島に来た際は必ず参加したいツアーとなりました💕

Yoshi was amazing, he made the entire trip up and down the mountain entertaining just by his talking, facts and nice collection of soothing music. We went with a full bus and still managed to make room for one extra family member, so eight of the back we were grateful for this. The entire sight on the top of the mountaintop was beautiful and alien like but the highlight was the star gazing where Yoshi quickly set up his two telescopes and chairs and blankets for everyone along with the jackets he had already provided us. This coupled with his extensive knowledge of the stars made the entire trip a once in a lifetime experience. I only hope that my soon to be wife and I can take our future children to this tour with Yoshi. I’ll put it to you like this, even if we hadn’t seen any stars I would have been happy just having him drive us up and down the mountain and I had already done it myself, that’s how much I enjoyed his commentary and the ride.

As expected, the air was thin, so I needed to take deep breaths due to my physical age. However, the sea of clouds at 4,200 meters, the setting sun, and the dazzling starry sky were truly wonderful. Next time, I will bring my family along.

やはり空気が薄いので、肉体年齢的に深呼吸が必要でしたが、４２００メートルからの雲海と沈みゆく太陽、そしてまばゆい星空はやはり良かったです。今度は家族を連れて行きます。

Our guide, Shoutarou, was amazing!! At the summit, he took some fun photos with the sunset as a backdrop, and he had a wealth of knowledge about the starry sky, making the tour enjoyable without a dull moment. He also looked out for the guests to prevent altitude sickness (it seems that falling asleep during the journey can make you more susceptible to it), demonstrating great leadership as he guided us. Staying at an altitude of 4,200 meters is an activity you absolutely must experience when you come to the Big Island, something you can't do while in Japan!

ガイドのショウタロウさんが最高でした!!山頂ではサンセットを背景に面白い写真を撮ってくださったり、星空についての知識も豊富で、一瞬も飽きることなくツアーを楽しむことできました。高山病にならないようにツアーのお客さんに声がけをしたり(道中で眠ってしまうと高山病になりやすいようです)リーダーシップを取って引率されていて、頼もしいガイドでした!!日本に居たら経験できない標高4200ｍでの滞在はハワイ島にきたら絶対するべきアクティビティです。

You can experience a wonderful sunset.
All-you-can-drink is the best!
It's reassuring that there are restrooms available.
Since the sea breeze is strong, it's recommended to bring a jacket.

素晴らしいサンセットの時間を体験できます。
飲み放題で最高！
トイレ付きなのも安心です。
海風が強いので上着持参をお勧めします。

The waves were not high, and it was comfortable. We saw dolphins shortly after departing, which really boosted everyone's spirits! I think people of all ages can enjoy this. There were even pregnant women on board. If you're worried about seasickness, it might be a good idea to take some motion sickness medication beforehand for peace of mind.

波も高くなくて快適でした。
出港してすぐくらいにイルカを見られて、みんなのテンションが上がりました！
幅広い年齢層の方が楽しめると思います。
妊婦さんもいらっしゃいました。
船酔いが心配な方は、酔い止めを飲んでおいた方が安心かもしれません。

The weather forecast for the day was cloudy with rain, and it was noted that the cloud cover at the Onizuka Center around 8 PM was 80-100%, which made me feel anxious and a bit resigned. However, in the end, I was able to see the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a truly wonderful and memorable day. Our guide, James, was very kind and attentive, and he took many photos for us. It was really a fantastic day and a great keepsake. Thank you very much.

当日の天気予報は曇り雨で、オニヅカセンターにも午後8時の曇り率は80-100%と記載されていたので不安と少しの諦めがありましたが、結果最高の夕陽と満天の星空を観ることができ大変素敵な思い出に残る1日となりました。ガイドのJames さんは人柄が良くとても気に掛けてくださり沢山写真も撮っていただきました。
本当に素敵な1日で記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。

The staff was friendly, and we enjoyed the activities. However, some people on the same bus were being excessively noisy both on the bus and on the boat, which made us uncomfortable. There are people who want to rest on the shared bus, and it was too loud, making it difficult for us to have conversations. I understand that it might be difficult to address this on the spot, so I would appreciate it if you could raise awareness about this in your guidelines or instructions.

スタッフは親切でアクティビティも楽しめました。ただ、同じバスの方たちがバスの中や船内で度を越えた騒ぎ方をしていて不快な気持ちになりました。乗り合いバスの中は、休みたい人もいますし、騒がし過ぎて、バスや、船内では。私達の会話もほとんどできませんでした。その場での注意は難しいと思いますので、注意事項などで喚起していただけますと幸いです。

We had an early morning meeting, but they arrived on time to pick us up. The guidance was in English only, and since my English skills are non-existent, I couldn't understand the conversation at all, but it seemed like the guide was doing their best. (I'm sorry...) It was a mixed taxi, but the air conditioning was extremely strong, so even someone like me who gets hot easily was shivering, so I think a jacket is essential. The weather was nice, and even though it was February, we could see the beautiful sunrise.

朝早くからの集合でしたが、、時間通りにお迎えきていただけました。英語のみの案内なので、当方英語力皆無で、トーク内容は全然わかりませんでしたが、一生懸命ガイドしていただいてるようでした。（すみません。。）混合タクシーでしたが、めちゃめちゃ冷房が効いていて、暑がりの私でも震えましたので上着は必須だと思います。
お天気も良く、２月の時期でしたが朝日もきれいにみえました。

My family loved the show learned much about Havaii lol and still talking and asking about what they saw days later. Thank you

Yoshi was an excellent and knowledgeable tour guide with the whole experience being relaxed. We saw some wonderful, once in a lifetime sights. Would definitely recommend this tour.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be a private tour since we were the only ones there, which allowed for some flexibility. Along the way, we learned about Hawaii, and it was enjoyable. I also recommend the mini tour, where we were able to purchase local coffee beans at the coffee factory next to the North Shore Soap Factory.

はからずも、私たちしかおらず、貸し切りになったので、ある程度融通がきいたツアーでした。道中もハワイのことを教えていただき、楽しかったです。ミニツアーもおすすめでノースショア・ソープ・ファクトリー横のコーヒーファクトリーで現地のコーヒー豆を購入することができました。

This was my first experience snorkeling abroad, so I felt very reassured by having a Japanese guide. Unlike regular beaches, Hanauma Bay offers a unique experience with entry restrictions and mandatory viewing of an educational video upon entry. I encountered sea turtles three times, and I was able to take great photos and videos with the rented camera. The fish in the coral reefs were large and impressive. Although the actual snorkeling lasted about an hour, I think it was just the right amount of exertion for us in our mid-fifties. It was truly enjoyable! Since it was November, I followed the guide's advice and wore a wetsuit, so I didn't feel cold at all. Additionally, I was advised to take motion sickness medication beforehand, which helped me avoid feeling unwell even when the waves were high. I really appreciated the guide's helpful advice.

海外でのシュノーケリングは初体験だったので、日本語ガイド付きという点でとても安心でした。また、普通のビーチと違い、入場制限や入場時の啓発ビデオ視聴が義務付けられているハナウマ湾ならではの体験ができました。ウミガメとの遭遇も３回もあり、レンタルしたカメラでもいい写真や動画を撮ることができました。また、サンゴ礁の魚たちはサイズが大きくて、見ごたえがありました。シュノーケリング自体は正味１時間ですが、５０代半ばの私たちにとってはちょうどいい負荷だったと思います。本当に楽しかったです！１１月ということで、ガイドさんのアドバイスにしたがいウエットスーツを着用したので寒さも感じませんでしたし、事前に酔い止めを勧められて服用していたので、波が高くても気分が悪くなることもありませんでした。ガイドさんの適切なアドバイスがとてもありがたかったです。

It was my first time doing ocean activities in Hawaii, and it was amazing! I was moved to see Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach from the water. I will definitely make a reservation the next time I go to Hawaii. I also plan to book a sunset catamaran next time 😊.

ハワイでの海のアクティビティは初めてでしたが、とても良かったです！
ダイアモンドヘッド、ワイキキビーチを海から見れて感動しました。
ハワイに行く際は必ず予約します。
次はサンセットのカタマランも予約しようと思います😊

The sunset and starry sky were absolutely beautiful, it was the best experience! Although the sunset and starry sky tour was conducted in English, our guide was very kind and helped us navigate using Google Translate, so we could participate without any issues. I definitely want to join again when I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.

The "BLT sandwich" and "hot cocoa" we received along the way were shockingly delicious. It became the best memory of our honeymoon!

とても綺麗な夕日と星空が観られて最高でした！！
夕日&星空は英語ガイドとのことでしたがとても親切なガイドさんが案内してくれて、Google翻訳等を使用し不自由なく参加する事ができました。
またハワイ島に行ったときは絶対参加したいです。

途中で貰った「BLTサンド」と「ホットココア」は衝撃的なくらい美味しかったです。
最高のハネムーンの思い出になりました！

The tour was fantastic, with highlights including潮吹き (spouting horn), Sunset Beach, North Shore, encounters with seals along the way, Haleiwa Town, and Matsumoto Shave Ice. The guide's Japanese was also very good, making it a tour full of amazing sights.

潮吹き、サンセット海岸、ノースショア、途中にアザラシとの遭遇、ハレイワタウン、マツモトシェイブアイスとガイドさんの日本語もとても上手で最高の見所いっぱいのツアーでした。

I was busy filming a video, so I couldn't take pictures of the fireworks, but watching the fireworks while drinking beer on a dark boat was the best!

ビデオ撮るの忙しくて、花火の写真は撮れてませんが暗い船の上からビールを飲みながら花火鑑賞は最高でした