All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

We had a great experience and the food was delicious.

It's a bit expensive, but you should choose the PM course. The AM course can be cold if it's not sunny. When it's cloudy or rainy, the water visibility is low and it feels cold. The snorkeling equipment is old and there isn't enough, so I recommend buying some at ABC Store before going.

多少高いがPMコースにするべき。AMコースは晴れていないと寒い。
曇りや雨だと、水の透明度も低く冷たく感じる。シュノーケル機材も古く数も足りないので、ABCストアで買って行くのをお勧めする。

I wanted my grandchildren to experience various activities at the Polynesian Cultural Center, so we went as a family of nine, including my four grandchildren (ages 0, 2, 10, and 11). Children aged 0 and 2 are free, and those aged 10 and 11 get half price. Other tours don’t offer such benefits, so we were able to participate at a reasonable cost. We had a great time exploring the six villages and experiencing Polynesian culture, as well as enjoying a canoe tour.

Since very little Japanese was spoken, it was difficult to understand how to use the voucher for entry and the announcements regarding pickup times and locations. Japanese brochures are available at the entrance.

ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターで子どもたちに色々と体験させたいと思い、孫4人(0歳2歳10歳11歳)を含め一家9人で行きました。0歳2歳は無料、10歳11歳は半額。他のツアーではこのような特典がないので、リーズナブルに参加することができました。6つ村を巡ってポリネシア文化体験、カヌーツアーと楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
日本語がほとんど通じなかったので、バウチャーを使っての入園の仕方や迎えの時間と場所のアナウンスが分かりにくかったです。
日本語版のリーフレットは、入口でもらえます。

There were a lot of buses, so I was able to board smoothly without much waiting time. It's convenient for going to Farmers and Ala Moana!

本数も多かったのでそんなに待ち時間なくスムーズに乗ることができました。
ファーマーズやアラモアナに行くのに便利です！

It's early in the morning, and although the activity time is only two hours, which seems inefficient, it's incredibly fun. Unlike horseback riding experiences at tourist spots in Japan, I really felt like I was riding the horse myself. (Maybe I was just being put on it?) Anyway, it was very fulfilling.

朝早くてそれでもアクティビティの時間は２時間と効率は悪い様ですが何より楽しい。
日本の観光地の乗馬体験とは違い自分でも馬に乗ったと思えます。（乗せられたのかも？)
とにかく充実感あります。

It's an impersonation, but the music is good, so I enjoyed seeing it live. I think it's great for those who can no longer enjoy a regular luau show.

物まねですが、楽曲がいいので実際に生で見ると楽しめました。
普通のルアウショーが楽しめなくなった人にいいと思います。

I considered renting a car to Haleiwa, but thinking about driving in an unfamiliar place while organizing the rest of my schedule, I opted for a tour instead. I participated in a mini-tour and had a wonderful time. I thoroughly enjoyed shave ice, shrimp, and shopping at surf shops. The guide was very kind, and I fell even more in love with Hawaii. I would love to be guided again.

ハレイワまでレンタカー　も考えましたが、後のスケジュールを組む上で、慣れないところでの運転になることを考えてツアーにしました。ミニツアーに参加し、とてもいいじかんを持てました。シェイブアイス、シュリンプ、サーフショップでの買い物など、充分に楽しめました。ガイドの方もとても親切で、ハワイがもっと好きになりました。
また、案内していただきたいです

I previously participated in the Sunrise Tour, so this time I joined the Sunset Tour. I was able to experience a different kind of emotion compared to the Sunrise. Also, since the stargazing was before the moon rose, the sky was filled with stars. Our guide, Masashi, provided explanations in Japanese for the Japanese guests, which was very nice.

以前、サンライズツアーに参加したことがあるので、今回はサンセットツアーに参加。
サンライズとはまた違った感動を得ることができました。また、星空観測は月が上る前だったので、満天の星。ガイドのまさしさんが日本人客のために日本語で解説してくださり、とても良かったです。

I think skydiving will truly be an unforgettable experience. The view from over 4,000 meters and the sensation of speed during the fall were surreal and amazing. The staff at the reception and the instructors were very unique and left a good impression.

However, even at the scheduled start time of 10:00, we were not called for a long time, and ultimately, we jumped at the same time as the last group scheduled for 13:00. We spent that entire time waiting on a bench outside. Honestly, their handling of this situation was the worst. No announcements were made despite the long wait, and when we inquired at the reception, we were repeatedly told about the next flight. While others who arrived on the same shuttle bus moved on to the plane, the next shuttle bus arrived, and those passengers were called immediately. Meanwhile, we continued to wait outside, and in the end, we were even made to wait for the instructors' lunch break.

Waiting outside for over three hours without any information was very painful. While the reception and instructors were good, the overall flow of the activity was very noticeable in its shortcomings.

スカイダイビング自体は本当に最高の思い出になると思います。高度4000m以上の景色や落下中のスピード感は非現実的で素晴らしかったです。受付の方もインストラクターの方も非常にユニークで好印象でした。
しかし、プラン開始時間の10:00になっても中々呼ばれず、最終的に最遅プラン枠の13:00の組と同タイミングで飛びました。その間ずっと外のベンチで待ちぼうけ。ここの対応は正直最悪でした。いくら待っていてもなんのアナウンスも無いので受付に尋ねると次の飛行機で〜次の飛行機で〜の一点張り。一緒の送迎バスで来ていた方々が次々と飛行機へ移動していく中、今度は次の枠であろう送迎バスが到着し、その方々がすぐに呼ばれ飛行機へ。私たちは外でずっと待ち続けているのにもかかわらず挙句の果てにはインストラクター達の昼食の時間までも待たされました。
3時間以上もなんの案内もなしに外で待たされるのはとても苦痛でした。
受付やインストラクターの方などの対応がいい反面、アクティビティ全体の流れの悪さがすごく目立ちました。

We participated as a family of five.
At first, we were shown a video in Japanese, so there were no problems.
For now, we got covered in sand. (laughs)
That said, they provided goggles and something to cover our mouths, so it wasn't an issue.
There are ups and downs, but it's not as scary as it sounds. We departed in groups of about ten, and the guide stopped at points to provide guidance, but I couldn't understand what he was saying in English. I think it would be helpful to have a translation app.
At one of the stops, a local staff member will take photos for you, so be sure to ask.
Also, since we had two hours, I think we really got to enjoy nature in the end.

家族5人で参加しました。
最初の説明などは日本語でのビデオを見せてもらえるので問題ありません。
とりあえず、砂まみれになります。笑
とはいえ、ゴーグルや口をおおうものをくれるので問題なかったです。
アップダウンはありますが、恐怖ほどはないです。10台ずつぐらいまとめて出発し、ガイドさんがポイントで止まりガイダンスしてくれますが、英語で何をいってるのか不明でした。翻訳アプリあるといいと思います。
途中のポイントでは現地スタッフのお兄さんが写真を撮ってくれるので頼んでみましょう。
あとは、、2時間あるので最後は自然を充分味わった感があると思います。

This is the 2nd time in 2 years that I have done this catamaran cruise to watch the Friday night fireworks from the water. This time I invited friends who are locals to join me. They were impressed. The crew is amazing. The drinks are great, the view is spectacular. Unfortunately the fireworks show seems to get shorter every year. HOWEVER, that is not the fault of the crew. It’s still an amazing evening and I will do it again next trip despite the fact that I typically stay at the Hilton and could see the fireworks from my condo or from the beach, but doing it with Ke Kai takes the whole experience to a whole new level.

I had a wonderful night in Hawaii♡ It started while it was still bright in the evening, and I enjoyed the transition of the sky from dusk to night♪

とても素晴らしいHawaiiの夜を過ごす事ができました♡夕方明るいうちから始まり､夕暮れから夜になる空の移り変わりも楽しめました♪

Last time, I participated in a different sandbar tour with Veltra around the same time, but it was so deep that my daughter, who is nearly 140 cm tall, couldn't touch the bottom, and it was cold, so we wanted to try again. It was really great!! We saw a lot of fish and were able to do many marine sports, which was the best. Even my 9-year-old daughter, who can't swim at all, had no problems with snorkeling for the first time. The banana boat was also fantastic. I would love to participate again. If I had to say something, I wish there were a few more drinks available...

前回、同じ時期にベルトラの別のサンドバーツアーに参加しましたが、140センチ近くある娘の足が付かないほど深くて、かつ寒くて今回リベンジ。凄く良かったです！！魚もたくさん見れて、マリンスポーツもたくさん出来て最高でした。全く泳げないシュノーケリングも初体験の9才の娘でも問題ありませんでした。バナナボートも最高でした。また参加したいです。強いて言うなら、もうちょっとドリンク類置いて欲しかったな、、、

The view from about 4500 meters was very nice.
Although it's on the expensive side compared to other activities in Hawaii, I recommend it.
The instructor spoke broken Japanese but was able to communicate.
There were many Japanese customers, and the instructors seemed accustomed to dealing with Japanese people!

約4500mからの景色はとてもよかったです。
ハワイのアクティビティの中では金額が高いですが、おすすめです。
インストラクターはカタコトですが日本語を話すことができました。
日本人の客も多く、インストラクターたちも日本人に慣れている感じがしました！

About 15 people, including Australians and African Americans, boarded the boat together. All the explanations were in English, which made it quite challenging to understand, but it was okay because I could grasp the atmosphere. The views were amazing, and the breeze felt great!

オーストラリア人や、アフリカ系の黒人たちと15名ほどが一緒に船に乗りました。
説明も全て英語で、聞き取りも大変でしたが、雰囲気で分かるから大丈夫。
最高の景色と風が気持ち良かったです！

I was hesitant to participate because I'm not good with heights, but I decided to join since it was a special opportunity. Once I got up there, the fear disappeared, and I was just able to enjoy the wonderful scenery. It was an extraordinary experience. Before I knew it, it was over, and I was laughing. The final landing was expertly done by the professionals, gently touching down in the sea. It really got my adrenaline pumping. The boat was quite rocky, so a strong motion sickness pill is a must.

高い所は苦手で参加するか迷いましたが、せっかくなのでと参加しました。
上がってしまえば怖さはなく、ただただ素敵な景色が見える♪非日常な体験です。
ワーワー言っているうちに終わります笑
最後の着水はプロの技で上手に海にポチョンとつけてくれました。テンション上がります。
船の揺れはすごいのでガッチリ効く酔い止め必須です。

A magnificent and lively circus with a comical and heartwarming structure. As expected, it's great! It seems like even 4-5 year olds would enjoy it. Next time, I will bring my grandchild.

華麗に躍動するサーカスとコミカルでホッと笑える構成。さすが👍　４-５歳でも楽しく観れそうです。次回は孫を連れて来ます。

Cousin Gaby was hilarious and informative. The site was breathtaking.

We enjoyed this trip a lot. The crew did they best to make sure we had good time and were safe. Live music was awesome!

I saw many comments about seasickness, so I took motion sickness medication beforehand and participated. However, the time to reach the sea turtle spot was shorter than I had imagined, and the rocking of the boat wasn't too severe. The staff provided detailed explanations and kindly encouraged everyone to take photos on board. When we arrived at the spot, each person jumped into the sea, but before that, they checked our snorkeling masks.

We were able to see a total of five sea turtles. In the water, everyone could swim freely, and it felt like we each returned to the boat after fully enjoying the experience. Since I got cold in the sea, it was helpful that there was a restroom on the boat. Although the public restroom at the meeting point was unavailable, there was a notice indicating that we could use the restroom at the hotel right in front, which I appreciated.

船酔いするというコメントが多かったので、事前に酔い止めを飲んで参加しましたが、想像していたよりもウミガメスポットまで移動する時間も短く揺れもそんなに大きくなかった印象です。スタッフは細かい説明もしてくれますし、船内で写真を撮るために声掛けもみんなにしてくれて親切でした。スポットに付くと一人ずつ海に飛び込むのですが、その前にシュノーケリングマスク装着のチェックもしてくれました。
ウミガメは延べ5匹見れました。海の中では各自が自由に遊泳できたし、充分満喫してからそれぞれが船に戻る感じでした。海で体が冷えたので、船内にトイレがあったのも助かりました。集合場所にある公衆トイレは使用できなかったですが、すぐ前のホテルのトイレが使用できるとの張り紙があり使わせていただきました。

The staff were very kind, and it was a fun experience. They do some really enjoyable things, so let's keep the energy high!

スタッフな方もとても親切で楽しい経験でした。なかなか楽しいこともしてくれるので、テンション高めいきましょう。

It was a very good and fun experience, from pushing out the canoe to lifting it up, together with the staff. We paddled out to the open sea and rode the waves. I definitely want to recommend it.

カヌーを押し出すところから、押し上げる迄、スタッフの方達といっしょで、とてもいい　楽しい経験でした。沖まで漕いで、波に乗って。　是非ともおすすめしたいです。

I participated in a snorkeling experience in Hawaii. I was able to encounter sea turtles underwater, which was an emotional moment. Looking back, I could see Diamond Head in its entirety, and the location was fantastic. Additionally, the staff were very friendly, allowing me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. It became a wonderful memory that I will cherish.

ハワイでのシュノーケリング体験に参加しました。海の中ではウミガメに出会うことができ、感動的なひとときでした。振り返ればダイヤモンドヘッドが一望でき、ロケーションも最高です。さらにスタッフの方々がとても気さくで、安心して楽しむことができました。思い出に残る素晴らしい体験になりました。

Out of 16 participants, we were the only two Japanese. On the bus, we introduced ourselves in English, and if you're proficient in English, you'll have a great time. The guide was kind, but we understood more than half of the content. In the morning activities, swimming was prohibited at the waterfall in the botanical garden due to lack of rain (the waterfall itself was dry and not flowing), so I recommend snorkeling. The kayaking was just under an hour on the river. The stops along the bus route included a coconut farm, a fruit stand (a roadside shop), and a shopping mall (single-story). We bought a papaya for $4 at the fruit stand (it was perfectly ripe and very delicious when we ate it at the hotel), and we had Matsumoto's shaved ice at the shopping mall. We had plenty of time and enjoyed ourselves.

参加者16人中、日本人は私たち２人だけ。バスでは英語で自己紹介をするなど、英語が堪能であれば十分楽しめます。ガイドさんは親切でしたが、私たちは半分以上内容を理解できませんでした。午前中のアクティビティーは、植物園の滝は雨不足で水泳禁止だったので（滝自体、枯れ枯れで流れていません）、シュノーケリングをお勧めします。カヤックは川で１時間弱。バスの途中立ち寄り場所は、ココナッツ農園、フルーツスタンド（道路脇の売店）、ショッピングモール（平屋）でした。フルーツスタンドでパパイアを１個$4で買い（ホテルで食べたら、食べごろでとてもおいしかったです）、ショッピングモールでマツモトのかき氷を食べました。時間的には余裕があり楽しめました。

We participated as a couple. We were a bit anxious since we were the only Japanese people there, but the staff member Tamae provided us with detailed explanations in Japanese and frequently checked in with us, which made us feel at ease. The manta rays in the night sea were incredibly powerful, and it was a very mystical experience.

夫婦で参加させてもらいました。日本人が私たちのみで不安でしたが、スタッフのタマエさんが日本語で丁寧な説明や頻回な声かけをしてくださり安心できました。夜の海でのマンタは大迫力で、とても神秘的な体験ができました。

Even with cloudy weather, I was able to see turtles perfectly. The water clarity was high, and it truly felt like a natural aquarium with a wonderful view! Overall, I was very satisfied. I would like to participate again!

- If you're worried about guidance in English, it's good to let the staff know in advance, as they will pay attention to you.
- The meeting point is in front of the public restroom next to the Prince Hotel. If you're unsure, it's better to ask the hotel staff.
- It was written that drinks and snacks were included in the tour, but it didn't feel like they were being handed out. When I asked for juice, I was told it would be $4, and they showed me a menu card where the prices were indeed listed. When I confirmed that I was participating in the free drink plan, they said, "OK, then it's free!" It was a bit inconvenient that I had to confirm this myself.

曇りの天気でもばっちり亀に会えました。透明度も高く、まさに天然の水族館、素晴らしい眺めでした！全体的に大満足。
また参加したい！
・英語での案内に不安があれば先に言っておけばスタッフが気にしてくれるのでよかった
・待ち合わせポイントはプリンスホテル横の公衆トイレ前。分からなければホテルスタッフに聞いた方が良い
・ツアーの含まれるものにドリンク、スナックと書いてあったが、配られる感じではなかった。ジュースが欲しいと言ったら4ドルと言われ、メニューカードあるからどうぞ、と見てみたら確かに値段が書いてあった。「フリードリンクプランに参加なんだけど‥」と確認したら「OKじゃあ無料で！」と言われた。こちらから確認しなければならなかったのが少々不便。

The Hilton Islander had a change in its bus stop, so it might be confusing since other buses also stop on the main street. A few people were waiting, and although the bus slowed down a bit, it did not stop. Some people were confused and ran a little, but the bus just went on. It was disappointing. The sunset timing didn't match well depending on the month, so those who wanted to see it returned to the hotel on the Pink Line. The other lines were good.

ヒルトンアイランダーは、停車が、変更になってましたので、メイン通りの他のバスも停車するので、わかりにくいと思いますが、
数人まってましたが、少し低速にはなりましたが、停車しませんでした。
数人が、戸惑って少し走りましたが、そのまま行ってしましました。残念でした。
サンセットは、月によって、うまくタイミングが、合わず、見たい人は、ピンクラインでホテルへ戻りました。
他ラインは、良かったです。

Wes (Shotaro), our guide, spoke Japanese, which made the explanations very easy to understand and helpful for me as a Japanese person.

Unfortunately, the day we participated was quite foggy and cloudy, so we couldn't see the sunset at all. Because of that, I didn't expect much from the starry sky, but after watching the sky for a while, it cleared up, and I was ultimately satisfied to see a sky full of stars! Mauna Kea, famous for its observatories from various countries, truly lived up to its reputation with a breathtaking starry sky that was even more wonderful than I had imagined. Thank you very much.

ガイドを担当してくれたwes(shotaro)さんが日本語を話せるため、日本人の私としては説明がとてもわかりやすく助かりました。

私たちが参加した日はあいにく霧や雲が多い日で夕陽は全く見れませんでした。そのため星空にも期待していませんでしたが、暫く空を眺めているうちに空が晴れ、結果的に満天の星空を見ることができたので満足しています！
各国の天体観測所があることで有名なマウナケア山ですが、噂に違わぬ満天の星空、想像以上に素晴らしかったです。ありがとうございました。

I rode this again after going last time. The sea sparkled beautifully. The dolphins came close and stayed with us for quite a while. The sea breeze felt really nice.

前回行った時も乗って今回リピートしました。
海がキラキラ光ってとてもキレイです。
イルカが近くに来て結構ずっとついてきてくれました。
海風がとても気持ち良かったです。

Traveling through the tunnels was a lot of fun and our guide Megan was very informative about the plantation history.