All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

Captain & Kevin were a lot of fun. Great to get out on the water to watch the sunset. Spotted some whales too! Highly recommend this couples trip!

Larry with Royal Star handled our tour.... if you find a way to replicate him, you will be well served (as well future attendees). He was knowledgeable, fun, affable and a perfect fit for the thread that ties these parts of the tour together.
Cemetery was humbling and very moving - at the very time we drove through, military was preparing for an internment that day.
Downtown tour was just right - highlighting both historical and current buildings and sharing information for possible additional visits later.
Arizona Memorial - website information helped us prepare well (clear bags allowed us to bring cameras and other items). The presentations at the visitor center were informative, and the video presentation was very moving. Little was said on the transport to the memorial, and our time there was memorable -- anyone who visits and is not moved by the sacrifice and losses is missing something.
Missouri was very interesting as well. Self-guided touring allowed for us to take the time needed to explore areas we found interesting. We did not see the Air Museum (but it's on the list next time). Transfers to and from Ford Island were well timed and operated - then it was time for Larry to take us "home".
ONLY complaint - our visit at both the Arizona and Missouri seemed a little rushed. We had about an hour before our tickets for the video, then seemed to have only ten minutes at the memorial (I understand might have been time for lunch for the tender captains?) and then ten minutes before our bus to Missouri (and find time for lunch). At Missouri, we had at most 90 minutes from drop off to time to board return bus back to the visitor center. Even another fifteen minutes at each memorial would have allowed for a more relaxing and reflective visit.

Well, we were very excited to go on this tour. We have gone out in Alaska on whale tours and had a blast. First of all we noticed that the "safety" protocols were not very obvious. There were 12 guests on board and we noticed ONE life jacket. You basically scream across the water for over an hour, sitting on the edge of the raft and got bounced to kingdom come. We did see a mama and baby whale, which was nice. But, we both got sick on the boat. The staff was nice, but not overly accommodating with our throwing up and getting sick.

I participated with my 12-year-old and 8-year-old children. Although we were supposed to meet at 1 PM, we arrived 10 minutes late, but the guide said they were out for lunch.

Backpacks are not allowed; it's best to have something like a waist pouch that fits closely to your body. Some people were using insect repellent spray. I also got bitten by insects in a couple of places.

After changing to a different vehicle from the meeting point, we arrived at the Waipi'o Valley lookout. From there, the road continued to descend steeply. It was quite bumpy, and we crossed a river along the way. I'm glad we didn't have lunch right before; we would have definitely gotten car sick.

When we reached the scenic viewpoint, the driver stopped the car so we could take photos from inside.

Upon arriving at the horseback riding location, there was an explanation in English. It was something like, "When turning right, pull the reins to the right..." My 8-year-old daughter was scared because she is small, but she was trying her best since she couldn't ride with me. We rode for over an hour, and by the end, my legs were definitely tired.

The kids had a valuable experience, and we were all satisfied.

12歳と8歳の子連れで参加しました。
13時集合だったのに10分遅れてしまいましたがガイドさんがランチに行ってるとの事でした。

荷物はリュックはダメでウエストポーチみたいに体に密着するのがベストです。虫よけスプレーをふってる方もいらっしゃいました。私も２か所くらい虫に刺されました

集合場所から違う車に乗り換えワイピオ渓谷展望台に到着。そこから急降下の道が続きます。ガタガタ揺れますし途中川も渡りました。直前にランチしなくて良かったです。きっと車酔いしてそう
絶景ポイントがくると、車を止めれくれ車内から写真撮影。

乗馬場所に到着すると英語で説明があります。右に曲がるときは紐を右に・・・という感じの説明でした。
８歳の娘は小柄なため怖がっていたけど一緒に乗ることはできなかったため頑張っていました。
１時間以上乗っていましたが終わったときはやはり足が疲れていました

子供たちも貴重な体験ができたのでみんなで満足しました

The ferry ride to Lana’i was amazing! It was a smooth sailing with a professional crew. Ship was clean, comfortable, and safe. We sat on the upper deck and received several salt water showers which was fun! A bonus was seeing the whales spouting, blowing and playing in the channel! This was a special trip!

This was such a great ride. The guys are awesome. Going to head down and book it for another night!

This was the perfect ending to a beautiful day. Location was convenient, boat was beautiful, crew superb. Great atmosphere and the sunset was incredible. Could not have asked for better!

As someone who had never been to Kauai before, I booked this tour as a way for my boyfriend and I to get acclimated to the island. We were so lucky to have Kana e, a wonderful native tour guide, as our driver and tour guide. She made the entire day so much fun, and extremely interesting. We both loved her stories of the island, of her family, and her enthusiasm. I greatly recommend this tour, especially if you can have a native guide as good as Kana e!!

The sea was wonderful, and I enjoyed both kayaking and snorkeling. Since there was no transportation provided, it was fine to wear my swimsuit and take an Uber to the meeting point at the hotel parking lot. However, after the tour ended, we dispersed in the parking lot. I had to change in the nearby hotel's restroom without any shower facilities. I really wished there had been at least a simple shower to rinse off the salt, and I would have appreciated having a place to change.

海は素敵でカヤックもシュノーケリングも楽しめました。
送迎がないので水着を着て集合場所のホテルの駐車場までウーバーでいくのは良いのですが、ツアーが終わったあとも、駐車場で解散となりました。着替えはシャワーもないままそばのホテルのトイレでしました。せめて簡易シャワーで塩を落としたかったですし、着替える場所も欲しかったです。

This was my second time snorkeling, and I participated in the tour feeling anxious about the deep water, as I could only do the crawl by myself. I decided to join after seeing everyone having fun in the reviews. I dislike cold water and am not a strong swimmer, so I was filled with the desire to back out until the last minute. However, the guide was incredibly thorough in teaching us how to breathe, and with the rental of the bodysuit, I was able to swim happily!

Once I got used to it, we went out to look for turtles, and by then, I was able to swim smoothly! Hanauma Bay is the best place; both snorkeling and the beach are amazing, and the guide is fantastic too! I highly recommend it! I will definitely join again when I go to Hawaii!

シュノーケリング二回目、一人ではクロールしかできず深いところは不安のあるなかでのツアー参加でした。
口コミから、みなさんが楽しく参加されているのを拝見して参加しました。寒い海は嫌いだし、泳ぎは苦手で直前までやめたい気持ちでいっぱいでしたが、ガイドさんが本当に丁寧に息の仕方など教えてくださり、ボディスーツのレンタルもあり、楽しく泳ぐことができました！
慣れてきたら沖に出てカメを探しに行きましたが、その時にはもうスイスイいくことができました！
ハナウマ湾は最高の場所でシュノーケリングもビーチも最高なのはもちろんですが、ガイドさんも最高です！おすすめです！
またハワイ行ったときは参加します！

In February 2015, I participated in a tour and completely forgot to leave a review.

I heard that the day before and the day before that, there were strong wind warnings, and the tours were canceled, but on the day I booked, it was held. Fortunately, I was able to encounter a pod of dolphins, which was amazing. However, February in Hawaii is really cold. I tend to get cold easily, and even with a wetsuit rental, the water was too cold. I didn't even have the courage to get in the water except for swimming with the dolphins.

In addition to the cruise, I enjoyed the hula dancing (even though I couldn't do it at all because it was too difficult), and the conversations with the crew were fun, but there was one thing. The pickup time was quite early, which I knew from the beginning, but I was surprised when I received a call to confirm the pickup time while it was still dark outside. While I appreciate the confirmation call, the timing was really too much. Plus, it's rare for the phone in my room to ring while traveling abroad, so it startled me. I wish they had mentioned it in advance if it was absolutely necessary. That's the only thing I still clearly remember even after five years.

2015年2月・・
すごく前に参加してすっかりレビューもせずにおりました。

前日・前々日が強風警報が出てて、ツアーも中止になったとのことでしたが
自分が予約した日は開催されました。
そして運よくイルカの群れにも遭遇出来てすごくよかったです。
ただ、2月のハワイってめっちゃ寒い。
元々寒がりなのもあるけれど、ウェットレンタルしても水が冷たすぎて。
イルカと泳いだ以外、水に入る勇気さえなかったです。

クルーズの他、フラダンスや(難しくてちっともできなかったけど)
クルーたちの会話も楽しかったですが一つだけ。
ピックアップの時間がかなり早かったのですが
それは最初から分かっていたのでいいのですが、それよりも前の暗いうちに
ピックアップ時間の確認TELなどが来たこと。
確認の連絡はありがたいけれど、時間がヤバすぎ。
しかも海外で旅行中に部屋の電話が鳴るってほとんどないのでまずびっくりするし。
必ず必要なら前もって言っててほしかったですね。
それだけが5年経った今もはっきり覚えてます。

The crew couldn’t have been more accommodating and fun! Lunch was delicious. Turtle spotting was fabulous. And the reef snorkel was an adventure to be remembered. Thanks for the memories!

So much fun! The best part of our trip swimming with the turtles - saw so many. The crew were fab!! Thanks guys

This was an absolutley amazing experience! I had this planned for my last night on Oahu and it didnt disappoint! Amazing people, with even more amazing views. Island Magic is a beautiful Catamaran to escape on. You can even bring drinks, just so long as it's not in a glass container. Swimming off the boat was an adventure I'll never forget. Definitely 100% totally worth it!

We were told to be at the airport by 6 am. Flight left. 2 hours later. No representative ever met us at the airport in Lihue or Oahu. Did not receive any instructions as to where we had to go once we landed in Honolulu. Our flight back to Lihue was supposed to arrive at 7 pm. We were put on a later flight so didn't arrive in Lihue till 9:30 pm. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The above made for a longer day than expected. Felt we should have been told this information .

My friends and I wanted a good-priced sunset booze cruise with drinks included so this was the perfect option for us. You depart right in front of Dukes restaurant on Waikiki beach so it's really convenient location if you're staying in Waikiki. Three drinks are included and we sailed all the way to Diamond Head. I am very prone to getting sea sick, but I took bonine 1 hour prior to the sail and I was completely fine. I would totally recommend this cruise for someone wanting a relaxing activity to enjoy the sunset on the ocean

This was just such a great experience. We got incredibly lucky with active whales during our trip. We saw two set of mothers with their calves. The calves breached multiple times and we even got to see one of the mothers breach! Even just the scenery during the sail up the coast was amazing. The crew was incredibly fun and nice, everyone was very accommodating. I would definitely recommend using this company for your whale tour.

Tour:
We came to Hawaii for our honeymoon and participated in this tour to experience the great outdoors.

They picked us up right on time in front of the hotel, and we got on the shuttle. We drove through some rough roads, but the driving was careful, so the ride was comfortable. Over the course of about 2-3 hours, we gradually ascended in elevation while taking breaks for the restroom and meals. As the altitude increased, the temperature dropped, so we gradually added more layers of clothing. During the drive, the guide provided explanations about the land, plants, and the Big Island, which was enjoyable.

Sunset:
We went to the summit of Mauna Kea. The sea of clouds was gently floating, and the sun was setting, turning red as it sank. The sky, dyed in shades of crimson and blue, was enchanting. It felt like we were not on Earth. While at the summit, the guide took photos with my camera and smartphone.

Starry Sky:
Immediately after the sunset, we moved to a spot to view the starry sky. Since it was February, it was the rainy season, but we were lucky as it had been clear for the past week. Moreover, it was a new moon, so the stars were visible across the sky without being disturbed by moonlight, creating the best conditions! There were many stars that are usually not visible, and the night sky sparkled beautifully. While we gazed at the stars, the guide used a laser pointer to explain the constellations and took photos again.

Impressions:
It was simply amazing! I was able to feel the great outdoors, and it was a series of moving experiences. I want to come back to the Big Island again. The guide was also very attentive, allowing us to participate in the tour with peace of mind. Next time, I would like to try a different tour.

Advice:
- As noted, it's a good idea to bring warm clothing. The guide lent us ski pants, jackets, and gloves, but it's necessary to have at least basic pants, heat tech, and a sweater. Also, the tips of my sneakers were cold, so I think bringing adhesive heat packs for your socks would be helpful.
- All transportation was by shuttle. I don't have much confidence in my physical stamina, but it was not a problem at all. However, as the altitude increases, the oxygen thins, so I made sure to take deep breaths. The guide advised that people prone to anemia should avoid squatting.

ツアー:
ハネムーンでハワイ旅行に来ていて、大自然を感じたくてこのツアーに参加しました。

時間通りホテルの前まで迎えに来てくれて、シャトルに乗りました。荒い道も通りましたが、運転が丁寧だったので乗り心地は良かったです。
2-3時間程、トイレ、ご飯休憩を挟みながらドライブで徐々に標高が上がっていきました。
標高が高いと気温が下がっていくので、徐々に着る服を増やしていきました。
移動中はガイドさんが土地や植物やハワイ島について説明をしてくれて楽しかったです。

サンセット:
マウナケア山の頂上へ行きました。雲海がゆらゆら浮かんでいて、そこに太陽が赤くなりながら沈んでいきました。
茜色と青色に染まっていく空が幻想的でした。地球に居ないような感覚になりました。
山頂にいる間、ガイドさんが自分のカメラやスマホで写真撮影をしてくれました。

星空:
サンセットの後すぐに移動して星空を観るスポットに行きました。
2月だったので雨季でしたが、ここ1週間は晴れているとのことでラッキーでした。しかもちょうど新月の日で、月明かりに邪魔されずに星が空一面に見えて、最高のコンディションでした！
いつも見えていない星がたくさん浮かんでいて、夜空がきらきら輝いて本当に綺麗でした。
星を眺める間、ガイドさんがレーザーポインターを使って星座の説明をしてくれました。ここでも写真撮影をしてくれました。

感想:
もう、最高でした！
大自然を感じることができて、感動の連続でした。ハワイ島にまた来たいです。
ガイドさんも丁寧で、安心してツアーに参加することができました。次回は違うツアーにも参加してみたいです。

アドバイス:
・注意書きにもありますが防寒着を持っていくと良いです。でもガイドさんがスキーウェアのズボンとジャケット、グローブを貸してくれますが、最低限のズボンやヒートテック、セーターは必要です。あとスニーカーのつま先は寒かったので靴下に貼るカイロを持っていくと良いかなと思います。
・移動は全てシャトルでした。私は体力に自信がないですが、全く問題ありませんでした。でも標高があがると酸素が薄くなるので、深呼吸するよう心がけました。ガイドさんには貧血気味の人はしゃがまないようにとアドバイスをしてくれました。

Even in tropical Hawaii, February during the rainy season was still cold. It was nice to relax slowly on the boat. The younger folks seemed to be having a great time with snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding.

常夏ハワイといえど、やはり雨季の２月は寒かった〜
ボートでゆっくりのんびり出来たのは良かった。
若い方達はシュノーケリングやSUPなど元気いっぱいで楽しそうでしたよ

The live performances and hula were very lively, with impromptu performances as well! ✨ The food was delicious, but I thought it would be nice to have a bit more variety on the menu. The portions were large, and since I attended with my mother and husband, that meant three sets... We couldn't finish it all and ended up leaving some behind.

It's definitely better to print your tickets. Some staff members were not familiar with the system and went inside with the paper. Another staff member quickly assisted us, but since we had already paid, having the printed tickets made us feel more at ease.

It was a very healing time with the atmosphere of Hawaii and wonderful music.

生演奏とフラ、飛び入りの演奏やフラもあり、とても賑やかでした✨
食事は、美味しかったですが、もう少しメニューが選べるといいかなと思いました。1人の量が多く、母と旦那と3人で参加したのでそれが3セット…。食べきれず残しました
チケットは必ず印刷した方がいいです。
スタッフによってはシステムが把握されておらず、紙を持って奥に入って行きました。別のスタッフが直ぐに対応してくれましたが、お金も支払い済みなので、印刷した事で、安心して過ごせました。
ハワイの空気感と素敵な音楽で、とても癒された時間となりました。

The diamond seat was very good! We were prioritized for the lei, photos, and buffet, being the first in line! The stage was fun and really lively, and it was a wonderful luau show! The welcome drink, Mai Tai, could be chosen as either alcoholic or non-alcoholic. The alcoholic version was quite strong. Even though it was cold, there were no warm drinks available, so I thought having a jacket would be a good idea.

Also, I had to wait about 20 minutes to exchange the voucher for tickets. After that, I lined up for photos, so for those in general seating, it took about 40 minutes in total. The photos were $50 in cash.

That day was a Sunday, and the fireworks for the Hilton's full occupancy were launched around 8:30 PM! It's such a wonderful environment to be able to see such a fantastic show within the village.

ダイヤモンドシートとても良かったです✨
優先的にレイや写真、バイキングも一番最初でした！ステージも楽しく盛り上げてくれますし、素敵なルアウショーでした！ウェルカムドリンクのマイタイはアルコールかノンアルコールかどちらか選べました。アルコールの方はしっかり入っててキツめです。寒くても暖かい飲み物はないので、上着はあればいいかなと思いました。
あと、バウチャーからチケットに交換するのに、20分くらい並びました。その後に、写真の列に並ぶので一般席の方は合計40分くらいかかっていました。
写真は50ドル現金でした。
その日は日曜日でヒルトン満室御礼の花火も8時半頃打ち上げられました！ヴィレッジ内で、こんな素敵なショーが観れるなんて、とても素晴らしい環境です

In late February, my husband and I visited Hawaii and wanted to do something Hawaiian, so we participated in this activity!

Most of the participants were Japanese, with a few foreigners mixed in. The boats going to the sandbar were separated into one for Japanese people only and another that included foreigners. Both boats had Japanese guides who were very good at speaking, and the locals were cheerful, making the experience enjoyable from the boat!

When I asked the guide to take photos at the sandbar, they even directed us on how to pose, capturing many wonderful pictures from various angles♡

The guide also helped us look for sea turtles, and we were able to see a lot of them!

During snorkeling, we could see the sea turtles up close! The weather was great, but the water was very cold once we got in.

When we returned to the boat, they had warm drinks prepared, so we could relax and enjoy sunbathing on board!

The hamburgers for lunch were huge, and since we could add our own toppings, it was amazing to customize them to our liking! I'm so glad we could do something truly Hawaiian♪♪

2月下旬に夫婦でハワイ旅行に訪れて
ハワイっぽいことをしたくて参加しました！

参加者は日本人の方が多く、その他の外国の方も
ちらほらいらっしゃって、サンドバーまで行く船は
日本人だけの船と外国人の方も混ざった船と分かれていました。
二つとも日本人のガイドさんがいらっしゃって、
そのガイドさんがすごく喋りがうまくて、
現地の方も明るくて船の中から楽しかったです！

サンドバーでガイドさんに写真を
お願いするとポージングまで指示してくださって
いろいろな角度から何枚も素敵な写真を
撮っていただきました♡


海亀もガイドさんも一緒に探してくださって
たくさんみることができました！

シュノーケリングでは海亀を間近で見れます！
ただ天気はすごく良かったのですが、
水に浸かるととても寒かったです。

船に戻ると暖かい飲み物なども用意
してくださってるので、船の上でも
のんびり日光浴を楽しめました！


お昼のハンバーガーも大きくて
セルフで具材を足して行くので
自分の好きなアレンジで食べる事ができて
最高でしたっっ！！
ハワイらしいことができてよかったです♪♪

Despite spending about a week on the Big Island in February without seeing a single whale, I had the opportunity to encounter one when I joined this tour during a stop in Oahu before returning home. It's a short cruise of about an hour and a half, but I think it's great because it's easy to join.

２月にハワイ島に１週間ほどいたにもかかわらず、一度もクジラを見る機会はないままでしたが、帰国前にオアフに寄った際、このツアーに参加してみたところクジラに遭遇出来ました。１時間半程度の短いクルージングですが、気軽に参加できて良いと思います。

The event was held four times a week, and the schedule worked out well. At the opening, the ceremony where King Kamehameha's group solemnly landed on the ship really enhanced the atmosphere, which was great. The buffet-style food was well-managed by the staff, allowing guests to fill their plates without waiting in line, and during the wait, we could enjoy drinks while watching a mini-show, which was nice. The menu was clearly introduced on the website in advance, featuring many local Hawaiian ingredients and dishes, and the taste was excellent. The hula dance and fire show performed by the young male and female artists were beautiful and impressive. It was a satisfying show.

週4回の開催で日程がうまくとれた。
オープニングで、船に乗ってカメハメハ大王一団が厳かに上陸するセレモニーが雰囲気を盛り上げてくれ、よかった。
バイキング形式のお料理は、係員がお客を上手に案内して並ばずに盛り込め、待ち時間中はミニショーを見ながらドリンクがいただけてよかった。お料理の内容も事前にウエブで紹介されわかりやすく、ハワイ特産の素材、料理が多く、味もよかった。
フラダンス、ファイアーショーは演技者の若者男女、美しく、かっこよかった。満足いくショーでした。

We encountered sea turtles during snorkeling at two locations! And we enjoyed a delicious lunch as well. The boat also had a slide, which was very satisfying. I recommend it! (^^♪

2か所のシュノーケリングでは、ウミガメにも遭遇！そして昼食も美味しくいただけました。ボートには、滑り台もあり大満足でした。お勧めします。(^^♪

Amazing! Our guide spotted a whale right away, and he swam around and around the ship for an hour.

I participated in the evening of the day I arrived in Hawaii. It was cloudy and there was occasional rain, so I didn't expect much from the sunset, but once the boat went out to sea, the clouds cleared and we were able to see a beautiful sunset! I was also thrilled to spot dolphins and whales in the distance! The crew was always attentive to our drinks. The Mai Tai cocktail was very delicious, so I highly recommend it. There were no staff members who spoke Japanese, but I didn't find it inconvenient at all.

ハワイ到着日の夕方に参加しました。
曇っていたり雨が時々ぱらついていたのでサンセットは期待せず乗船したのですが、船が沖に出たら雲が取れて綺麗なサンセットが見れました!またイルカとクジラも遠くにですが拝めて感動！クルーの方は常にドリンクを気にかけてくれます。カクテルのマイタイがとっても美味しいのでおすすめです。日本を話せるスタッフの方はいらっしゃいませんでしたが、何も不便はなかったです。

We participated as a couple. There were 5 groups, including us, totaling 11 people, and about half were Japanese, with plenty of space available. We were advised to buy drinks and snacks at a convenience store before boarding since outside food and drinks were allowed. It seemed that water and crackers (peanut butter sandwiches) were available for free, but perhaps due to a language barrier, no one seemed to take them as they weren't strongly encouraged. After heading out to sea for a while, we had some time to swim. We didn't plan to swim, but everyone else seemed to be enjoying it. However, it looked quite cold after getting out, so it would be wise to bring a jacket or something. The weather was nice, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset offshore! The staff were friendly and had a relaxed vibe, which was great!

夫婦で参加しました。
乗客は私達を含めて5組、11名と半数は日本人で席に余裕がありました。
乗船前に飲物などコンビニで買うように勧められました。　持ち込み自由なので。
水とクラッカー（ピーナツクリームサンド）が自由にいただけるようでしたが、英語が聞き取れなかったのか、強く勧められた感じもなく誰も取らずでした。
沖にでるでしばらくすると泳ぐ時間が取られます。
私達は泳ぐつもりがなかったですが、皆さん楽しんで泳いでいました。ただ、上がった後がかなり寒そうでしたので、上着などは持参した方がよさそうです。
天気も良く沖合がサンセット見られて最高でした！
スタッフさんもフレンドリーで気楽な感じで良かったです！

They provided support in Japanese.
They took over 90 photos for $30, and I was very satisfied!
For those who are prone to seasickness, especially Japanese people, I recommend taking motion sickness medication before participating, as there are many groups and you'll spend a lot of time on the boat.

日本語で対応してくださいました。
写真も$30で90枚以上撮影してくださり、とっても大満足！
参加する組が多いと、船に乗ってる時間が多いので船に酔いやすい日本人は、酔い止めを飲んでから参加することをお勧めします。

We visited with four adults, all over 20 years old. Although it was a morning course, horseback riding while overlooking the beautiful coastline of North Shore was absolutely fantastic. Our group consisted only of our family of four, but there were two support staff members, and it was no problem even for those who were mostly beginners. The riding time and course distance were just right, without any excess or deficiency. However, the restrooms are basic, so it's advisable to take care of that beforehand.

家族4人といっても全員20歳以上の大人4人で訪れました。午前中のコースでしたが、ノースショワの美しい海岸を眺めながらの乗馬は最高に良かったです。私達の回は私達の家族4人だけでしたが、2人のサポートの方が入っており、ほぼ全員初心者でも問題無かったです。乗馬時間やコースの距離も過不足なく丁度良い感じでした。ただ、トイレ等は簡易式のものなので事前に済ませておいた方が無難です。