All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

Wonderful boat & crew- with full bar & fruit. The location was pristine. The snorkelling was great- they have all the equipment. Very safe for kids. Fantastic afternoon.

From start to finish, this excursion was worth every penny! Phenomenal staff and awesome adventures!

Family friendly and safety conscious.

We flew together as a family of three. From above, the deep blue ocean was visible. I was surprisingly amazed at how blue the sea is! Seeing Diamond Head and the city of Honolulu from the ocean was refreshing and truly exhilarating. Our whole family was very satisfied! On our way out on the boat, we even encountered a sea turtle and were overwhelmed by Hawaii's natural beauty.

親子3人で一緒に飛びました。
上空から見えるのは、紺碧の海。海ってこんなに青いんだ！と年甲斐もなく驚きました。海から見るダイヤモンドヘッドやホノルルのまちも新鮮で、まさに爽快。家族一同、大満足でした！
ボートで沖に向かう途中、ウミガメにも会え、ハワイの自然に圧倒されました。

We were able to fully enjoy the ocean activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding at our leisure. During snorkeling with the guide, we had a relaxed and private time, and we encountered sea turtles multiple times. My grandmother didn't go into the water, but she was happy to relax on the boat. Our whole family was very satisfied, and choosing a private cruise was definitely the right decision.

シュノーケル、カヌー、SUPなど自由に使用でき海の遊びを満喫できました。ガイドさんとのシュノーケルでは、ゆったりとプライベートな時間を過ごせ、ウミガメに何度も出会えました。祖母は海に入りませんでしたが、ボートでリラックスして過ごせて喜んでいました。家族みんな大満足で、貸切クルーズを選んで正解でした。

The staff were all cheerful and fun! Both the SUP and canoeing were enjoyable! The snorkeling was a bit cold, but it was great to see so many fish.

スタッフさんが皆明るくて面白い！supもカヌーも楽しかったです！
シュノーケルは少し寒かったけど、お魚がたくさん見られて良かったです。

You can see the culture and dances of the region in each section. It was fun just being there! I accidentally forgot to book the evening luau, so next time I want to see it with the luau included.

セクションごとにその地域の文化や踊りを見ることができる。
いるだけで楽しかった！
間違えて夜のルアウを予約し忘れてしまったので次回はルアウ付きで見たい

I was worried it might be hot, but it was surprisingly cool, and the scenery was breathtaking, making it a lot of fun.

If you have a driver's license, I recommend driving!

暑いのではないかと心配したが、思いの外涼しく、景色も絶景でとても楽しかった。

免許をお持ちの方は運転するのがおすすめ！

I had to retire midway, but there were no regrets afterward. It was lonely. The staff were kind, there were various attractions, and the scenery was beautiful.

途中でリタイヤしたけれど　あとのホローはなし　寂しいな
スタッフの方々は　親切で　いろんなアトラクションが有り　景色もよかったよ

The course we had this time was more of a short course consisting of three dishes: an appetizer, a main, and a dessert, rather than a full course.

The main dish featured meat from the Big Island of Hawaii, which was very substantial and satisfying. I believe it would be particularly satisfying for meat lovers.

The dessert also showed a lot of care and left the impression of being meticulously crafted until the very end.

Overall, I would recommend this course for those who want to truly enjoy meat dishes; it was a satisfying experience.

今回いただいたコースは、フルコースというよりも、前菜・メイン・デザートの3品構成のショートコースでした。

メインにはハワイ島産のお肉が使われており、非常にボリュームがあって食べ応えがありました。お肉好きの方には特に満足感が高い内容だと思います。

デザートもこだわりが感じられ、最後まで丁寧に仕上げられている印象を受けました。

全体としては、肉料理をしっかり楽しみたい方におすすめできる内容で、満足感のあるコースでした。

We participated with five people: our family of four and my grandfather. After completing the check-in, we had a slight delay in departure because the previous group returned late.

We had a reservation for 4:30 PM. Since we were the only family there, the wait time was minimal, and we finished without any time to feel seasick.

For parasailing, we split into groups of two and three, and everything went smoothly. We also requested photos for $40, and they took various shots for us.

My daughter, grandfather, and I went together, and 150 meters was higher than we expected, offering a breathtaking view. My 78-year-old grandfather was very moved, saying it would be a great memory.

After disembarking, the staff kindly transferred the photo data to my smartphone. I highly recommend this experience if you visit Hawaii.

　家族4人とおじいちゃんと、計5人で参加しました。受付を済ませて、始まりは前のグループが戻ってくるのが遅かったので、少し送れての出発でした。
　16時半からの予約。私たちの家族しかいなかったので、待ち時間が少なく、船酔いする暇もなく終わりました。
　パラセーリングは二人と三人で分かれて、段取り良く進みました。40ドルで写真もお願いしていたので、いろんなショットを撮って頂きました。
　娘とおじいちゃんと三人でしましたが、150mは思った以上に高く、絶景の眺めでした。78歳のおじいちゃんは、冥土の土産になるわーと、とても感動していました。
　下船して受付の方が写真のデータをわざわざ私のスマホに入れてくれました。
ハワイに来たら是非お薦めです。

I heard that a Black pilot has also been to Japan and visited some niche tourist spots there. I sincerely apologize if this is perceived as racial discrimination, but I was pleasantly surprised to hear a Black person speaking Japanese honorifics so smoothly. The piloting was also careful, and I felt safe during the flight. If you are visiting Kauai, I highly recommend this tour.

黒人のパイロットさんで日本に来たこともあるそうで、日本でも玄人好みの観光地にいらっしゃったらそうです。
人種差別と捉えられたら誠に申し訳ないのですが、黒人の方が日本の丁寧語をスムーズに話していらっしゃることに良い意味で驚きました。
操縦も丁寧で安心して乗っていることができました。
カウアイ島にいらっしゃる際は、このツアーはおおすすめです。

We are very thankful to Dan for showing us this extraordinary bay! We saw every species of fish. Dan took underwater pictures and shared the link with us. The best guided snorkeling trip so far!

If I go to Hawaii, I will definitely visit here. There are many types of attractions, and they change little by little, so you won't get bored. I highly recommend the attractions on Oahu!

ハワイに行けば必ずここに行きます。アトラクション種類も多く、少しづつ変わっているので退屈はしません、オワフ島でのアトラクション一番おすすめ！

The dance and singing performances were amazing! The band was cohesive and skilled. I really enjoyed the women's hula dance and singing as well.

ダンスや歌そのパフォーマンスは最高でした!
バンドもまとまっていて上手です。女性達のフラダンスや歌も大変楽しめました。

You will drive a Kawasaki four-wheeler for about two hours at Kualoa Ranch. Although it's in English, the guide will carefully teach you how to operate it.

カワサキ製の四輪バギーで2時間ほどクアロアランチを走行します。英語ではありますがガイドの方が運転方法につき丁寧に教えてくれます。

I had heard that there were few Japanese tourists, so I was expecting an English tour, but luckily, we had a Japanese guide (Shoyo) because it was summer vacation. Not only could he speak Japanese, but he also had a wealth of knowledge, and I learned a lot of different things. He drove safely even on the rough mountain roads, making it an overall安心 tour. I'm glad I chose this tour company! 😊

日本人の観光客が少ないため英語ツアーとうかがっていましたが、夏休みだったからか運よく日本人のガイドさん（Shoyoさん）でした。日本語がしゃべれるというだけでなく、知識も豊富でとてもいろいろなことが勉強になりました。山道の悪路も安全運転してくださり、総じて安心のツアーでした。こちらのツアー会社にしてよかったと思いました(^o^)

The weather was great, and I was able to enjoy the activities comfortably. It was nice to fully appreciate the magnificent nature of the ranch. However, the buggy I rode seemed to be poorly maintained, as the brakes were not very effective, and I almost collided with the buggy in front of me several times. It was particularly dangerous on downhill slopes, where I needed to maintain a significant distance to be safe.

天気にも恵まれて気持ちよくアクティビティを体験できた。牧場の雄大な自然を十分に満喫できるのがよかった。
ただ、乗ったバギーの整備が不十分なのか、ブレーキが効きにくい状態で、何度も前のバギーに追突しそうになった。特に下り坂では、十分に車間距離を取ってなければ危なかった。

This was my first time going dolphin watching, and I had a lot of anxiety, but the dolphins came closer than I expected, and the crew shared various stories about Hawaii, which made for a fun time. During snorkeling, the crew was very accommodating to our pace and preferences, which I greatly appreciated. If I have the opportunity to come to Hawaii again, I would like to consider participating in other tours offered by Dolphin University. Thank you very much.

今回初めてのイルカウォッチングで不安も大きかったですが、思っていたよりも近くにイルカたちが来てくれたり、ハワイのことについてクルーの方たちが色々とお話ししてくださったりしたおかげで楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。シュノーケリングでも常にクルーの方がこちらのペースや希望に合わせてくださり大変ありがたかったです。次回ハワイに来る機会があればイルカ大学の他のツアーの参加も考えたいと思っています。ありがとうございました。

I had planned to see sea turtles in Okinawa before, but I couldn't, so I went to Hawaii for a second chance. I was able to see them successfully. One turtle came up to the surface, and about four were gathered at the bottom.

The explanations are given in English, but they also use gestures, so even if you're not good at English, you can understand the atmosphere.

Also, I personally didn't get seasick, but the water can be quite choppy during the boat ride and activities, so I recommend bringing motion sickness medication if you're worried about getting seasick. It can also be surprisingly cold.

I highly recommend it! It was a wonderful experience!

以前沖縄でウミガメを見ようと思ったのですが、その時は見られずハワイでリベンジ。無事見ることができました。1匹水面に上がって来ていたのと、4匹ぐらい底に固まっていました。

説明は英語で行われますが、ジェスチャー交えて説明してもらえるので、英語が得意でなくとも雰囲気でなんとなくわかります。

あと私は特に酔わなかったのですが、船やアクティビティ中の水面は結構波打つので、船酔いが心配な方は酔い止めを持っていくことをお勧めします。それと意外と寒いです。

おすすめです！素晴らしい体験になりました！

It was my first time seeing dolphins up close like this. It felt like I was swimming alongside the dolphins with the Dolphin University boat, and I was able to be with them for a long time.

With the support of Minako, I was able to snorkel safely. I gradually got used to it and was able to move around on my own. Luckily, I also got to see a sea turtle, and I was able to experience everything.

My husband was a bit flustered during his first snorkeling experience and couldn't see the fish or the sea turtle, but he received constant support, so he wants to try again.

The slide afterward was intense and fun, but you have to be careful when sliding, or you'll end up swallowing seawater. I felt a bit seasick a few times when the boat moved quickly, but they kindly checked on me.

If I go snorkeling again, I think I'll choose Dolphin University.

こんなに間近でイルカを見ることができたのは初めてでした。イルカ大学の船と一緒に泳いでくれているようで、ずっとイルカと一緒にいられました。
シュノーケリングはMINAKOさんのサポートのもとで、安心して泳ぐことができました。少しずつ慣れていき、自分でも移動ができるようになりました。運良くウミガメを見ることもできて、全ての体験をすることができました。
夫は初めてのシュノーケリングで慌ててしまい魚もウミガメも見ることができませんでしたが、ずっとサポートしてくださったので、またリベンジしたいと言っています。
その後の滑り台も激しくて面白かったですが、滑る時に注意しないと海水を飲みます。
何度か船が速く移動する時の揺れで船酔いをしましたが、優しく声をかけてくださいました。
またシュノーケリングをやるならイルカ大学にしようと思います。

The guide provided a fun explanation in both English and Japanese, allowing us to have an enjoyable time. We experienced the sunset sinking into the sea of clouds with the backdrop of the world's observatories, and then moved to a spot under the magnificent Milky Way, where we had the best experience. We were also able to see countless shooting stars!

ガイドさんが英語と日本語で楽しく説明してくれて楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。世界の天文台群を背景にした雲海の中に沈んでいく夕陽と、そのあと移動して満点の天の川の下で、最高の体験をすることができました。数えきれないほどの流れ星も見ることができました！

I have been to the Big Island of Hawaii three times and experienced the great nature of Hawaii, which is completely different from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu on Oahu. This time, I stayed on Maui for the first time and participated in a tour exploring the island's natural beauty, and once again, I fully enjoyed the grandeur of Hawaii's nature. While the overall atmosphere is similar to the Big Island, I could feel the unique vibe of Maui.

Although it is still not very familiar to Japanese people, this adds to its untouched feeling, and I became good friends with my fellow tour participants during lunch and other activities. Additionally, the driver and guide for the day spoke in clear English, making it easy to understand the history and points of interest on Maui.

ハワイ島にもこれまで3度ほど行ってオアフ島のホノルルの喧騒とは全く違うハワイの大自然を経験しているが、今回、初めてマウイ島でステイして、島の大自然を巡るツアーに参加したが、改めて、ハワイの自然の雄大さを満喫した。ハワイ島とは全体の雰囲気が似ているが、マウイ独特の雰囲気が感じられた。
まだまだ日本人には馴染みが少ないが、その分、手垢のついていない感じがあり、ツアーの同乗者ともランチ等ですっかり仲良くなった。また当日のドライバー兼ガイドのおじさんが分かりやすい英語で話してくれたので、マウイ島の歴史やスポットの説明が良く理解できた。

I saw Cirque du Soleil in Japan, but the Hawaii version was incredibly entertaining and full of emotional moments. The small venue creates a great sense of unity, making it a fun experience.

シルクドソレイユは日本でも見ましたがハワイバージョンは最高に面白い内容で感動の連続でした
会場が小規模の為一体感がノリノリで楽しめます

The weather was wonderful, and I was able to enjoy many observatories, the sunset, and the starry sky at the summit of Mauna Kea, which I had wanted to visit. I was very satisfied with the guide's explanations and hospitality. I would like to visit again in a different season.

天気に恵まれ、行ってみたかったマウナケア山頂でたくさんの天文台と夕陽、星空を堪能できました。
ガイドさんの説明やホスピタリティも大満足です。また違う季節にも行ってみたいです。

I was a bit anxious about snorkeling after a long time, but since there was a Japanese guide, I felt at ease participating. The arrangements were also good. I was able to see many fish, and it was a wonderful experience.

ひさしぶりのシュノーケリングで不安がありましたが、日本語ガイドさんでしたので安心して参加できました。段取りもよかったです。たくさんのお魚を見れて素晴らしい体験をさせていただきました。

Had a great time on the boat. The Captain and Staff were so friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend.

The staff were friendly and very kind. They thoroughly explained how to use the snorkeling gear in advance, and after putting on life jackets, we were guided to deeper areas with coral reefs after getting accustomed in the shallow waters, while being closely monitored.

At the boundary of the shallow area, beautiful fish and sea turtles were swimming nearby, making for a very enjoyable time. After that, we played on the boards, and the parents seemed to have more fun than the kids. The weather was a bit disappointing with clouds, but my family didn't mind as it reduced the worry about sunburn.

スタッフの方は気さくでとても親切でした。シュノーケルの使い方など事前にしっかり説明されライフジャケットをつけて浅瀬で慣れてから珊瑚礁のある深めの所に誘導されましたがしっかり見守りもされていました。
浅瀬との境界で綺麗な魚や海がめが側で泳いでいてとても楽しい時間でした。
その後はボード遊びをして子供より親が楽しんでいました。天気は雲でやや残念でしたが日焼けの心配が減ったと家族は気にしていませんでした。

I was able to fully enjoy the scenery of Hawaii while driving a buggy through both the mountains and along the coast, visiting movie filming locations. I ended up covered in dust, and by the end, my face was completely black, but overall it was fantastic!

Afterward, I wanted to wash my face clean, so I thought it would be convenient to have cleansing wipes.

映画のロケ地を巡りながら、山の中も海沿いもバギーで走るので、ハワイの景色を満喫できました♪
砂埃まみれになり、終わる頃には顔が真っ黒でしたが、総じて最高でした！

終わったあとに顔も綺麗に洗いたくなったので、
クレンジングシートがあると便利だなと思いました。

I participated with my child (5th grade). It was our first experience with banana boat, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling, but the water depth was safe enough for adults to stand, so we enjoyed it safely.

子供（小5）と参加しました。バナナボート、Sup、カヤック、シュノーケル、全て初めての体験でしたが、大人の足が届く水深なので安全に楽しめました。

Although I didn't go until the tide was low enough to see the sandy beach, the weather was great and the view was amazing. The fact that the staff seemed to be enjoying themselves might be the biggest reason I felt relaxed. They served popular spam musubi, snacks, miso soup, cocoa, macadamia-flavored coffee, cola, Sprite, ginger ale, and guava juice (which I love because it makes me feel like I'm in Hawaii), along with Doritos, potato chips, and apples. It's good to have light snacks like this since overeating can make you feel queasy while snorkeling. While snorkeling, I was surprised to see sea turtles on the bottom and quite large fish (maybe a yellowtail?) swimming just below me, which was a great experience. The underwater scenery might have more small and beautiful fish like in Miyako Island, but the view of the sandbar sharply divided into two colors is unique to this place, so I'm satisfied.

干潮で砂浜が見えるまでは行かなかったものの、天気が良くて最高の景色でした。スタッフさんが楽しんでるのが一番こちらがリラックスできる理由かもしれません。人気のいやむすびのスパム握りとお菓子、味噌汁やココア、マカダミアフレーバーコーヒー、コーラ、スプライト、ジンジャーエール、グァバ缶ジュース（ハワイに来た感じがして私はこれが好き）ドリトス、ポテチ、りんごなどが出されます。食べすぎるとシュノーケルで酔ったりするのでこれくらいの軽食でいいです。シュノーケルではウミガメが底に見えたり、結構でかい魚（鰤ぐらい？）がすぐ下を通り驚きますがいい経験です。海の中は宮古島とかの方が小さくて綺麗な魚が多いかもしれませんが、二色にきっぱり分かれるサンドバーの景色はここしかないので満足です。