All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

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.

I drove a buggy in the magnificent nature. The ups and downs are intense. There was no Japanese guide, so I could hardly understand what was being said. I only enjoyed about half of it, but I think those who understand English would have a great time. Besides buggies, there are cycling and horseback riding options.

雄大な自然の中、バギーで運転しました。アップダウンは激しい。日本語ガイドいないので何言ってるかほとんど分からず。半分ほどしか楽しめてないが、英語がわかる方はすごい楽しいと思います。バギー以外に、サイクリング、ホースがあります。

The guide was fluent in both English and Japanese, which made everything very easy to understand. We had two large vans, and since everyone in our group was Japanese, the guide communicated with us in Japanese. Their personality was great, and everything was handled with care and professionalism. The lively conversation during the journey was also a highlight, and everything from gathering to dispersing went very smoothly. The weather was nice, and the sunset and starry sky at the summit were incredibly beautiful. From 4,200 meters, the stars were so clear that we could see the Milky Way with the naked eye; it was the most beautiful starry sky I've ever seen. The previous day, they couldn't see the sunset, so it depends on the weather, but I believe this tour is worth participating in at least once in a lifetime.

英語と日本語を話せるガイドさんがいた為とてもわかりやすかったです。大型のバン2台だったのですが、私たちの方は全員が日本人だったのでガイドさんが日本語で対応してくれました。人柄もよく全てが丁寧でプロフェッショナルでした。移動中の軽快なトークも魅力で集合から解散まで全てがとてもスムーズでした。天気も良く山頂のサンセットと星空がとても綺麗でした。4200mから見る星空は肉眼で天の川がびっしり見えて、これまで見た星空で1番綺麗でした。前日はサンセットが見れなかったとのことで、天気次第ですが、一生に一度は参加する価値のあるツアーだと思います。

We rode four-wheel buggies as a family. My spouse and I took turns driving, and it was truly enjoyable to see the wonderful scenery of Hawaii while off-roading. The kids were also thrilled. The guide spoke English, so it was difficult for me to understand everything with my listening skills, but they cheerfully shared many stories about the history of Kualoa Ranch. They were a wonderful guide.

家族で4輪バギーに乗りました。夫婦で交代で運転でき、オフロードを走りながらハワイの素晴らしい景色を見られて本当に楽しかったです。子供も大喜びでした。ガイドさんは英語だったので、私のリスニング力では全ての理解は難しかったですが、ハキハキ明るくクアロアランチにまつわるハワイの昔話を随所随所でお話してくださりました。とても素敵なガイドさんでした。

I was worried about the meal because I didn't have a great experience at a previous event, but everything was very delicious. The pineapple and the lomi lomi before the meal were especially fantastic.
I arrived early, and before the buffet started, each group was treated to a live performance of a ukulele chorus. I recommend arriving early.
The show focused on Elvis and Michael, and I think adults will really enjoy it.
It might be a bit difficult for those from generations that aren't very familiar with Elvis and Michael.
After the show, there was time to take photos with the performers, which made for a nice memory.

お食事は、以前別のイベントであまりいい思い出がなかったので、心配していましたが、どれもとてもおいしくいただきました。特に食前のパイナップルやロミロミが最高でした。
早めに到着しましたが、ビュッフェが始まる前に１組ずつウクレレのワンコーラスの生演奏をしていただきました。早めに行くことをお勧めします。
ショーはエルビスとマイケル中心で、大人の方々は大変楽しめると思います。
あまりエルビスと、マイケルになじみのない世代には少し難しいかもしれません。。
ショーの後は、演者の方々と写真を撮る時間もあり、いい記念になりました。

I checked in at 9:30 for my 10:00 reservation and boarded the boat as soon as the previous group returned. There were two crew members and ten passengers. Right after boarding, we put on life jackets and seat belts, and took turns jumping. I was nervous until we took off, but once we were in the air, the sound of the wind was pleasant, and the blue of the sky and sea was beautiful. It was amazing to see Diamond Head and Waikiki from the ocean side.

10時予約のため9時30分に受付、前のグループが戻って来てすぐに乗船。
クルーは2人、乗客は10名でした。乗船後すぐにライフジャケット、ベルト着用、順番に飛びます。飛ぶまではドキドキしましたが、上空に上がると風の音が心地良く、空と海の青さが綺麗で海からダイヤモンドヘッド、ワイキキの景色を海側から見ることが出来素晴らしかったです。

The instructor who flew with us was very kind! There was a female staff member at the reception who could communicate in Japanese, so it was great to be able to ask questions in Japanese during the check-in process. However, the waiting time was very long. I used the round-trip shuttle bus. There was a 2-hour wait after arrival and about a 4-hour wait after diving. I had planned other activities in the evening but unfortunately had to cancel... The notes in the explanation stating "no meal included" and "snacks are recommended to bring" seemed to be due to the long waiting times. There is only one vending machine at this go jump, and there are no shops. (They did sell cute T-shirts!)

For those who want to make effective use of their time, I recommend driving there with a rental car instead of using the shuttle bus! For reference:
8:30 - Shuttle bus departure (Hilton)
9:30 - Arrival at the site, filling out consent forms
10:00 - Safety belt fitting and briefing
11:30 - Boarding the helicopter for skydiving
12:30 - Skydiving completed
16:30 - Departure from the site
17:30 - Shuttle bus drop-off
(You should plan for about 9 hours in total.)

一緒に飛んでくれたインストラクターさんがとても優しい方でした！受付には日本語対応可の女性スタッフがいたので、手続きでの不明点を日本語で質問できたのはとてもよかったです！
ただ待機時間はとても長かったです。。私は往復シャトルバスを利用しました。到着後2時間の待機時間、ダイビング後約4時間の待機時間がありました。夕方から他の用事を予定していましたがあいにくキャンセルしました...。説明の記載にてある「食事代は無い」「スナックなどの持参をお勧め」などは、その待機時間が大幅にあるが故の注意書きだったみたいです。こちらのgo jumpには自動販売機が1台だけあり、売店という売店はありません。（可愛いTシャツは売ってました！）

時間を有効活用したい方は往復はレンタカーで自力で向かうことをおすすめします、、！
参考までに↓
8:30シャトルバス乗車（ヒルトン）
9:30現地到着、同意書など入力
10:00安全ベルト装着、説明
11:30スカイダイビング用ヘリ搭乗
12:30スカイダイビング終了
16:30現地出発
17:30シャトルバス下車
（9時間の予定として見込む必要があります。）

The sandbar was not a beach but a shallow area that was about knee-deep. However, since I checked the tide data in advance, I was able to enjoy it quite a bit. Everyone had fun playing beach volleyball and practicing snorkeling.

The hamburgers for lunch were incredibly delicious. I was also amazed by the number of sea turtles we saw.

The final snorkeling experience was wonderful, with clear water and lots of tropical fish. Even for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer, it was enjoyable.

All the crew members were fantastic, always keeping us entertained and paying close attention to safety, for which I am very grateful.

サンドバーは砂浜ではなく膝下くらいまで浸かる浅瀬でしたが、それは事前に干潮満潮データを見て行っていたので、それはそれなりに楽しめました。みんなビーチバレーやシュノーケルの練習を行い楽しかったです。
昼食のハンバーガーもめちゃくちゃ美味しくいただきました。
ウミガメウォッチもめちゃくちゃいて驚きました。
最後のシュノーケルは水中がきれいで熱帯魚達がたくさんいました。泳ぎが苦手な私でも楽しめました。
クルーの方々全員素晴らしい方で常に楽しませていただき、安全にも十分気を配っていただき感謝です。

I only rode it once because I was on another trolley tour, but the Pink Line was a comfortable double-decker bus. As a means of transportation, it felt similar to taking a train.

他のトロリー付きのツアーにしていたため、1回しか乗っていませんが、ピンクラインは二階建ての気持ちいいバスでした。
移動手段としては電車的な乗り方です。

I had a great time! I definitely want to ride again next time. (Thank you for resending the data.)

とても楽しかったです！
次もまた絶対乗りたい。
（データ送り直してくださりありがとうございました。）

I had a great time paragliding for the first time.
I understand a little Japanese.
They ask how long you want to stay in the water.
The scenery was very beautiful.

I went at 4 PM.
Due to the sunlight, there was almost no shade in the waiting area, and it was hot while waiting.

There was a restroom nearby, but it was a public toilet by the beach.
There may be times when there is no toilet paper.

初めてのパラセイルとっても楽しめました。
日本語は少し通じます。
どれくらい着水したいか聞いてくれます。
とても景色が綺麗でした。

16時の回でした。
日の当たりの都合で待っている間の待合所の日陰が殆どなく暑かったです。

近くにトイレはありましたが、海辺の公衆トイレです。
トイレットペーパーがない場合があります。

We participated with two children, aged 10 and 7, and three adults. There were only two Japanese couples in our group, along with people from France, Canada, and South Korea, making it a multicultural experience. They asked if we were okay with English, and when I replied that I could understand a little, they kindly gathered the Japanese group and earnestly explained safety points while reading from their smartphones in Japanese. I was really touched by their effort!

The children, who were snorkeling for the first time, were a bit anxious at first, but just five minutes in, they were having so much fun! A sea turtle surfaced right where my daughter was, and even though the crew told us to stay back, it came closer. We ended up face to face, just 20 centimeters apart, which was an incredible experience. We also saw a couple of turtles, and the underwater world was truly moving; it was such a wonderful place.

I thought that if you go to Hawaii, you really shouldn't miss this. I will definitely use this service again next time. Thank you very much!

子供10歳、7歳と大人3人で参加しました。
日本人グループは私たちとご夫婦の二組のみ。フランスやカナダ、韓国と多国籍の方々も居ました。
英語大丈夫？と聞いてくれて、私が少しだけ、と答えると、日本人グループを集めて安全のこと中心にポイントをスマホの日本語を読みながら優しく一生懸命話してくれました。その気持ちが嬉しかったです！
シュノーケル初めての子どもたちも不安がっていましたが、開始5分後には楽しい！と夢中に。海亀が海面に出るタイミングがちょうど娘のいる所で、(離れて！とcrewたちがいうものの近づいてきてしまいました)顔と顔が至近距離！20センチのところで目が合って大迫力だったとのこと。夫婦亀も見れて海の中は感動、ホントに素敵な世界でした。
ハワイに行ったらやらなきゃ損だなと思いました。次回も利用します。ありがとうございました。

This time, I couldn't see the sunset (due to the bad weather from Hurricane Kiko), but I was able to see the stars. The summit is worth visiting just to see the observatories. The guides include some who can speak Japanese, making it a good tour (even those who can't speak Japanese are studying the language). However, please be aware that the summit is over 4000 meters high. The oxygen levels are low. Mount Fuji is 3700 meters, you know!

今回夕陽は観れませんでしたが、(ハリケーンKikoで天候不順)星は観る事ができました。
山頂は天文台群を観るだけでも価値はあります。ガイドも日本語が話せる方もいて良いツアーです。(話せないガイドさんも日本語勉強中とか。)
ただ、山頂は4000m超である事に注視して下さい。酸素濃度は低いです。
富士山は3700mですからネ‼️

I'm glad I participated in this tour! First of all, our driver and guide, Jonah, was an excellent driver. We spent about 11 hours together, and I felt completely at ease! The time allocated for hiking Diamond Head was generous, and we were taken to a food truck where we could buy Leonard's malasadas without any wait, which was perfect for a snack after the hike!

We toured the beautiful beaches of Oahu, and for lunch, we stopped at the Kahuku Sugar Mill. There were so many stores and food trucks that it was hard to choose. There was even a beer specialty shop, which was enjoyable. We also got to explore Haleiwa, and since there were kids experiencing Hawaii for the first time, I was glad I booked this tour.

Jonah, who is fluent in Japanese, shared various stories during our travels, which helped us learn more about Hawaii. He also kindly took photos for us every time we got out of the vehicle. I'm grateful for that! The small group size made it comfortable as well.

このツアーに参加して良かったです！
まずドライバーandガイドのジョナさんの運転が本当に上手で約11時間一緒に過ごしましたが、安心感が半端なかったです！
ダイヤモンドヘッドの登山も余裕ある時間配分、レナーズのマラサダもフードトラックで待ち時間なく買える場所に案内してもらえ登山後の小腹満たしも出来ました！
オアフ島のきれいなビーチをめぐり、ランチはカフクシュガーミルで。店舗もフードトラックも沢山あり選ぶのに迷いました。ビール専門店もあり、楽しめました。
ハレイワも探索でき、ハワイが初めての子がいたのでこのツアーを申し込みましたが正解でした。
日本語が堪能なジョナさんが移動中も含め、色々な話をしてくれたのでハワイのことを知れました。また、写真も下車の都度、ジョナさんから声をかけてくれて撮ってくれました。感謝！少人数のツアーなので気兼ねない点も良かったです。

Since the time of participation was close to high tide, the depth was nearly 70 centimeters, but I had researched beforehand and was satisfied, so it was not a problem. On the contrary, I would like to visit again during low tide.

Even though it was high tide, we went out to sea, so the area around the sandbar was deep. I was able to take photos where the color of the sea was distinctly different.

The honu also came close to the boat! The bright staff allowed us to enjoy activities like snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding!

参加日の時間帯は満潮に近かったため、腰　70センチ近くの深さはありましたが、事前に調べて納得した上で参加したので問題ありませんでした。逆に浅瀬の時にまた訪問してみたいと思いました。
満潮といえ、沖に出ていますので、サンドバーの周りは深い海。海の色がくっきり違う写真が撮れました。
ホヌも船の近くまで来てくれました！
明るいスタッフ、シュノーケルとsupなどのアクティビティを楽しむことができました！

The explanation for snorkeling was easy to understand, and all the staff were friendly. The guide showed us a sea urchin that he picked up while free diving and helped us find sea turtles. There were some waves, which made it a bit challenging, but it was great to meet the sea turtles.

シュノーケリングの説明はわかりやすい英語で、スタッフは皆親切です。
ガイドさんはウニを素潜りで拾い見せてくれたり、ウミガメを探して位置を教えてくれました。
波があり少し苦戦しましたが、ウミガメに会えてとても良かったです。

In front of Duke's restaurant you walk a few steps on the beach onto a wonderful catamaran-then go out for a hour ride on the water- the weather was sunny 85 degrees once out for five minutes the two front sails are dropped and the wind takes over the power. what a view of the open waters and Diamond Head on the left. Before we turned around to head back to shore, I had finished my first drink, a MaiTai, then on way back in had a fresh pineapple juice with rum-what's not to like? Did I say drinks are included! The view of the Honolulu beach and all the high rise hotels was cool coming in. To top off such a wonderful time, had dinner at Duke's-that's another story-do this it will be a highlife of your visit to Oahu.

The instructor taught in a mix of Japanese and English, which made it very easy to understand. They were also kind to people of different levels. I would like to take the class again if I have the opportunity.

インストラクターさんが、日本語英語交えて教えてくださり、とても分かりやすかった。レベルの違う人にも親切でした。また機会があれば、受けたいです。