All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

You can also see turtles from the boat, and during the one-hour snorkeling experience, you can spot them as well. The service is excellent, and during the free time after the experience, you can relax and enjoy some juice. For those who want to have an intense experience with marine life, the duration might feel short, but I recommend it for those who want a quick taste of Hawaii.

船からも亀さんを見ることもできますし、1時間のシュノーケリング体験の間でも見れます。サービスもすごく良くて、体験後の楽しみの自由時間ではジュースを飲んだり、まったりできます。もしかしたら、ガンガン海の生き物と楽しみたいという方には体験が短いと感じるかもしれませんが、サクッとハワイを体験したい人にはおすすめです。

Playing volleyball, stand-up paddleboarding, and tag in the ocean! Plus, I encountered sea turtles while snorkeling!

Have you ever done anything like that? It was amazing! Highly recommended!

海の中でバレーボール、sup、鬼ごっこ！それに海亀と出会えたシュノーケル！

そんなことしたことある？
最高でしたよ(^^)やるべきオススメポイント！

Unfortunately, due to the weather, I couldn't see the sunset from the mountaintop, but I was able to see it a little lower down. The starry sky, of course, has a number of stars that can't be compared to those in Japan, but it wasn't different from the night sky visible from the hotel where I stayed. However, thanks to our guide, Shoyou, who diligently searched for spots to view the sunset and stars and provided detailed explanations, I was able to participate enjoyably.

あいにくのお天気で、夕陽は山頂から見れず、少し下ったところで見ることができました。
星空も、もちろん日本とは比にならない星の数ですが、宿泊先のホテルから見える夜空と変わりませんでした。
でも夕陽や星空の見えるところを一生懸命探して、詳しい説明もしてくださるガイドのショウヨウさんのおかげで、楽しく参加させていただけました。

Our guide, Jonah, was very kind and taught us many things while we were sightseeing! This is my fifth time in Hawaii, but I discover something new every time. I think this slightly niche plan is great for those who have visited several times, as it offers a classic experience with a little extra!

For lunch, there are not only Giovanni's garlic shrimp but also many food trucks, which is fantastic. My daughter had pizza, I had a shrimp and poke bowl, and my husband had the large burger in the photo.

There are also restrooms conveniently located, so I think families with children can participate without worry. Every time, the tours from Veltra have been a hit!

ガイドのジョナさんがとても親切でいろんなことを教えてくれながら観光できました！
ハワイは5度目ですが、毎回新しい発見があります。
ちょっとマニアックなこのプランは何度か来ている人には王道プラスアルファで良いと思います！
ランチもジョバンニのガーリックシュリンプだけではなくて、いろんなフードトラックがめっちゃあるのでいいです。うちは娘がピザ、私がシュリンプとポキの丼、パパは写真のデカいバーガーでした。
トイレも要所要所にちゃんとあり子供連れでも安心して参加できると思います。
毎回、ベルトラさんのツアーは当たりが多いです！

The view from 150 meters high was very pleasant and absolutely amazing! The explanations at the reception and the instructions for putting on the belts on the boat were easy to understand. There were four groups on board, and we were the first, but taking off while receiving cheers from the other groups waiting on the boat and splashing into the sea was also a lot of fun!! My feet and backside got a little wet, but it dried quickly. Since it was a rare and valuable opportunity, I asked for a photo shoot, purchased an SD card, and transferred the data to my smartphone as well. I'm glad I asked for the photos since we couldn't take them ourselves.

150mの高さから見る景色はとても気持ち良く最高でした！
受付での説明、船でのベルトなどの装着説明も分かりやすかったです。4組乗船して、その中で1番目でしたが船で待っている他のグループの人達からの歓声を受けて飛び立つのも、海にポチャッと落ちるのもまた楽しかったです！！足とお尻が少し濡れる程度なのですぐ乾きました。
滅多にない貴重な機会なので写真撮影をお願いしてSDカード購入、スマホにもデータを移行させてもらいました。自分たちでは撮れない写真なので頼んで良かったです。

It was the best two hours, exceeding all expectations!! The vast canyon is definitely worth experiencing. The staff were all kind and fun. The kids had a great time as well. Since it's quite a distance from Waikiki, I think having a shuttle service is more convenient.

期待の何倍も以上に最高の2時間でした！！広大な渓谷は体験する価値あり。スタッフさんも親切で楽しい方々ばかり。子供達もとてもとても楽しんでいました。かなりワイキキから距離があるので送迎付きの方が便利だと思います。

It was a concentrated tour that allowed us to enjoy pineapples and various sightseeing spots in Hawaii. I signed up for the tour because I wanted to visit the Dole fields and factory, and I felt it was at a satisfying level, providing even more experiences than I expected.

From our hotel in Waikiki, we took a car, and the guide, who was alone, had an incredible amount of knowledge about the various famous spots in Hawaii along the way, including the Dole fields and factory.

It seems that Dole is a different company from the Dole Plantation, which is a tourist attraction across the street. I mistakenly thought that if we went to the Dole Plantation ourselves, we could have the same factory tour. Since we wouldn't have been able to visit the fields and factory without signing up for this tour, I believe it was a valuable experience. (After the factory tour, we had a little time to visit the Dole Plantation, where we could also buy souvenirs.)

At the fields, we were able to see the harvesting and had fresh pineapples cut right there. After the factory tour, we enjoyed cold cut pineapples and straight pineapple juice produced at the factory, which made me very happy. (They also offer coffee and chocolate tastings, and there are some small souvenirs for sale.)

After that, we went to Haleiwa for some free time, and later at the macadamia nut souvenir shop, we could taste many samples and buy souvenirs. Additionally, we visited two coffee shops where we had restroom breaks and could taste a lot of coffee.

On the way back, we took photos of King Kamehameha and, even from the car, we could see Hawaii's Izumo Taisha, Chinatown, and wall art while listening to the guide share a lot about Hawaii's history, which was educational.

I think it was a very fulfilling day.

パイナップルづくしと各所のハワイ観光ができて濃縮したツアーでした。
ドールの畑や工場見学がしたくて、申し込んだツアーでしたが、満足できるレベルでしたし、それ以上の体験ができたと感じています。

ワイキキのホテルから車に乗って、道中の所々のハワイの名所からドールの畑や工場の案内まで、お一人でされていたガイドさんの知識量は凄かったです。

ドールは畑・工場と、向かい側にある観光名所のドールプランテーションとは違う会社のようで、自分たちでドールプランテーションに行けば同じ工場見学ができると勘違いしていました。今回のツアーに申し込まないと畑と工場の見学はできないので、貴重な体験だったと思います。（工場見学後にドールプランテーションにも少し行く時間があったので、そちらのお土産も買うことができました。）

畑では収穫の見学時に畑のパイナップルをその場でカットしていただけて、工場見学後も冷たいカットパインと工場で製造しているストレートのパイナップルジュースをいただけてパイナップルづくしで幸せでした。（コーヒーやチョコレートの試食、ちょっとしたお土産も売っています。）

その後、ハレイワに行って自由行動と、その後、マカダミアナッツのお土産屋さんではたくさん試食ができてお土産も買えました。
その他にも二か所コーヒーショップに行けてトイレ休憩もコーヒーの試飲がたくさんできました。

帰りはカメハメハ大王の写真を撮ったり、車中からでも、ハワイの出雲大社、チャイナタウン、ウォールアートを見ながら帰れましたし、ガイドさんのハワイの歴史をたくさん聞きながら勉強にもなりました。

とても、充実した1日になったと思います。

Every time I come to Hawaii, I want to go to the sandbar! This time, the afternoon tour was a bit less crowded and it was so much fun. The bumper tubes were also a great addition!

ハワイに来たら毎回サンドバーに行きたくなります！今回は午後ツアーで少し空いていてとても楽しかったです。バンパーチューブもつけて最高でした！

Movie site tour was incredible, best scenery of east side of island.

We are a family of 4 with 2 teenagers, we had a great time with our guide at the stargazing tour. Our highlights were the lava caves, watching the sunset as well as stargazing. The sky was unbelievable and we learned a ton with our very knowledgeable guide.

Highly recommend.

The scenery was beautiful, and the breeze felt nice! It was also fun to dip into the sea when getting off! I would like to participate again.

景色も綺麗で、風もきもちよかったです！
降りる時に海に浸かってそれもまた楽しかったです！また参加したいと思います。

The weather was nice, and the view was amazing. It swayed a bit with the wind, but knowing the sea was below made it not so scary. I think those who are sensitive to motion should take motion sickness medication on the boat. I was mostly fine, but I felt a little queasy after getting off.

天気も良く、見渡す景色が最高でした。
時々風で揺れますが、下が海だと思うとそれほど怖くはなかったです。
船は揺れに弱い人は酔い止めが必要と思います。
私は大丈夫な方ですが、降りた後少し酔った感じがありました。

I have always wanted to go to Kualoa, and it was the perfect tour. The two-hour horseback riding course was ample and very satisfying, and I was able to relax on the comfortable bus during the round trip.

ずっとクアロアに行きたいと思っていましたが完璧なツアーでした。乗馬の2時間コースもたっぷりで大満足、行き帰りも安心のバスでゆっくり過ごせました。

The blue sea, the blue sky, and the view of Diamond Head and Waikiki are amazing. The sails caught the wind, and riding the waves with a pleasant sway was a lot of fun. I participated with my three sisters, and it became the best memory. Of course, the beer was delicious too.

青い海、青い空、そしてダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキの眺めが最高です。帆が風をとらえ、波に乗り適度な揺れも体感できとても楽しかったです。三姉妹で参加しましたが最高の思い出になりました。もちろん、ビールも美味しかったです。

The beach house in Haleiwa had a great view of the ocean, and the food was delicious! This time I had loco moco and a cheeseburger. I've been to Haleiwa a few times, so I'm happy that the tour only provides transportation and allows for a longer stay. I plan to use it again next time!

ハレイワのbeachhouseは、海が見えて、料理も美味しかった❣️今回はロコモコとチーズバーガーを食べました
ハレイワは何回か行ってるので、送迎だけのツアーで滞在時間が長いのは、うれしい😃
次回もまた利用するつもりです

I enjoyed the powerful performance from the middle of the fourth row. I was worried about what kind of seat I would have, but they quickly prepared a good seat for me, and I’m very glad I asked.

前から４列目の真ん中で、迫力の舞台を楽しみました。
どんな席で見るのか不安でしたが、すぐに良い席を用意して下さって、お願いしてとても良かったと思います。

Pros: pig roast being done onsite, got to witness uncovering and presentation of the pig. (my son hated this portion!). menu and performances were both great! I liked different island nations being represented in music and dance and a little bit of story telling/history to tie it together. performance was good length and sunset was gorgeous! desserts and beverages were also delicious.

Cons: attempted to check in entire luau at one time slot. made for a lot of time waisted waiting in hotel lobby check in line. check in inside and then second check in outside felt redundant. we arrived at 5:22, email confirmation had suggested 5:30 check in, but spent several (20+ minutes) waiting to check in. by the time we arrived in luau area, we missed the 'activities' portion of the luau. we also missed the royal entrance of the luau show. we did however have great seats so first-come-first-seated wasn't an issue.

brief meet and greet with performers after the show felt rushed -- they were spread along exit sidewalk and available for a quick picture but were ushering us along immediately, without any chit chat -- which is a huge difference compared to other luaus.

professional photography of your party was an additional $25 for digital download. fresh lei's were an additional $10 each, which in my opinion were reasonably priced but I've had digital photography and leis included at other similarly-priced luaus.

having dined at this marriott the night before and spoken to several guests in the week it seems this particular marriott has become quite overpriced for the level of service and age of property it's become. it has an outstanding location, but is overpriced for the level of service or hospitality i've experienced at other similarly priced marriotts in the islands. pool and restaurants were crowded and bonvoy perks were lacking/zero. kids meals were reasonable, but got charged $10 each for kids scoop of vanilla icecream.

Captain and crew of Ocean Encounters 1 dove in ahead of guests, made a plan, and navigated us there. Honestly, we had a great viewing spot and several other boats' guests were eager to move into our spot upon our exiting. Boats are staggered and have a neighborly way of communicating where/when/how each group will be staggered but I would have been disappointed to be in one of the peripheral groups. These are wild animals, so no telling what each evening will look like, but was glad to have a captain who led the charge.

Tips: It is a bit of a rough ride for 20 mins out and approx 20 minutes back. If you are someone who suffers from carsickness or seasickness, highly recommend treating for that before you leave. We had 2 of 30 guests puking over the sides. I gave my carsick kiddo dramamine about an hour before-- no issues.

Do have inexperienced family members practice snorkeling ahead of tour so that they can spend the entire 45 minutes head down in the water enjoying the fish and rays and the learning is done in a pool or bay ahead of time. There were zero swimming skills necessary on this trip but knowing how to calmly enjoy breathing through a snorkel for an extended period was the difference between guests who really enjoyed and guests who didn't. There was a surfboard with handles that the group held on to, which was pulled into position by the guides.

Do warn your kiddos that these rays are HUGE. My youngest expected small 3-4 foot rays like we have in our aquarium and was initially very surprised (terrified) by the 12-15 wingspan on some of these beautiful creatures. They got right up in our personal bubble/faces/immediately underneath bellies and legs so do be ready for up-close amazing experience.

Do not bring a bunch of stuff/items as they end up dripped on and/or in the way. If the weather is warm all you need is shoes that are okay getting wet/dripped on, and a towel. They provided water and light packaged snacks on the return trip.

Amazing private experience and would recommend to anyone! Our captain was extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

The grounds are always fun to walk around and see, lots of nice photos areas to take with family members or loved ones. The Smith family is very welcoming and inviting. They give you lots of background information about the traditional ways of life. The food is all so delicious 😋. Always enjoy going there and would go back for sure. Thank you so very much ❤️.

We had a blast. We signed up for the banana boat add on…it was so much fun. The water was clear and waist deep. We saw turtles and lots of fish. Live music is interactive and the boat provides plenty of shade for when you need a break out of the sun.

It was smaller than other Cirque du Soleil shows I've seen, but it was great and full of Hawaiian charm. The song selection, especially from Hawaii Five-0, was excellent.

今まで見たシルク・ドゥ・ソレイユよりはこじんまりしていたが、ハワイらしさ満開で良かった。特にハワイ5Oの選曲は良かった。

I participated alone, even though my English is not very good.

The email you receive upon confirming your reservation is entirely in English. I translated it to read. If you are being picked up by a bus, there should be a link to the meeting point pin. I handed the driver a tip while shaking hands as I got off.

After arriving, I checked in using an iPad. I wasn't sure about the ID, but a Japanese staff member at the reception wrote it down for me.

I heard that the conditions were good and that we could increase the altitude, but I had to give up because I couldn't use my JCB card.

All luggage is placed in lockers with locks. The tip for the instructor is given after the experience, in an envelope along with a commemorative item, which is then placed in a transparent letterbox.

I didn't feel nauseous while in the air, but I felt really groggy right after returning to the ground... I calmed down by drinking water and staying still.

During the free fall, the wind pressure made my face hurt! I didn't have much time to look around. However, I think the scenery was beautiful!!

After the parachute opened, my hips started to hurt... I was able to look around and felt very calm while taking in the surroundings. The sea was particularly sparkling and beautiful! Just seeing that made me satisfied.

There are stories about life-changing experiences, but I don't think I changed particularly. However, I am grateful for the wonderful experience and to the instructor who safely brought me back to the ground.

英語もままならない中、ひとりで参加してきました。

予約確定時に届くメールは全文英語です。翻訳にかけて読みました。バスで拾ってもらう場合は、集合場所のピンのリンクが載っているはずです。運転手さんには降りる際握手すると同時にチップをお渡ししました。

到着後、iPad?でチェックイン。ID？に心当たりがなかったのですが、受付にいらっしゃった日本人スタッフの方がメモに書いて教えてくれました。

条件がよく、飛ぶ高度を上げれるという話でしたがJCBのカードが使えず断念。

荷物は全て鍵付きのロッカーに入れます。
インストラクターへのチップは、体験が終わった後、記念グッズと一緒に封筒が渡されるので、それに包んで透明なレターボックスに入れる形式でした。

上空に上がってから降りるまで、酔いはなかったですが、地上に戻ってきた直後からひどくグロッキーに……水をのんでじっとしていたら落ち着きました。

フリーフォールの間はとにかく風圧で顔が痛い！　周りを見る余裕はあまりありませんでした。でも、景色は綺麗だった気がする！！

パラシュートが開いてからは股関節が痛い……景色を見る余裕はあり、すごく落ち着いて周囲を見渡せました。
特に海がキラキラとしていて美しい！
これがみれただけで満足です。

人生が変わるという話もありますが、私は特に変わったとは思いません。
しかし、素敵な体験ができたことに変わりはなく、無事地上まで送り届けてくれたインストラクターの方に感謝しています。

It was my second cruise in 10 years. This time, the waves were a bit high, and depending on where you sat, you could get wet, but it felt like an attraction and was fun. I was also able to see a beautiful sunset. I would like to use this service again when I visit Oahu.

10年ぶり2回目のクルーズでした。
今回は少し波が高くて座る場所によっては濡れましたがアトラクションのようで楽しかったです。
美しいサンセットも見ることが出来ました。また、オアフを訪れたら利用したいです。

I read reviews that mentioned it gets quite dirty due to the dust, so I went with clothes I wouldn't mind throwing away. However, since the weather was really clear, I didn't get that dirty after all. They also provided bandanas and goggles to cover my nose and mouth, so my face didn't get too dirty either. I think it's a good idea to bring wet wipes or something similar!

I had a lot of fun experiencing something I can't do in Japan!

砂埃でかなり汚れるとの口コミを見たので捨てても良い服で行きましたが、かなり快晴であったこともあり、そこまで汚れることはありませんでした。また、鼻と口を覆うバンダナとゴーグルが配られたので、顔もそんなに汚れなかったです。ただ、ウェットティッシュなどは持参すると良いと思います！

日本ではできない経験ができてとても楽しかったです！

Although it wasn't clear on the day, we were able to see a rainbow thanks to a little rain. There were about 3-4 Japanese groups, but there were many foreigners, which kept the atmosphere lively and fun!

I heard that it was necessary to fill out a waiver in advance, but I was able to scan a QR code and respond during check-in on the day, so I think it should be fine even if you don't prepare it in advance.

当日は快晴ではありませんでしたが、雨が少し降ったお陰で虹が見れました🌈
日本人は3-4組くらいで、外国の方が多かったので終始テンションが高く楽しかったです！

事前に権利放棄署名の入力が必要とのことでしたが、当日チェックインの際にQRコードを読み込んで回答することができたので、用意しなくてもおそらく大丈夫だと思います。

It felt like we rode horses for two hours, and I was surprised we went much farther than I expected (laughs). The guides were all English speakers, but they were kind, using gestures and translating with their phones. At one point, the horse suddenly tried to run, which startled me, but I pulled the rope behind and it stopped right away, so that was good. The scenery was beautiful, and it was a wonderful activity.

2時間お馬さんに乗って回るかんじでしたが、思っていたよりもめっちゃ遠くまで行ってびっくりでした（笑）ガイドさん達はみんな英語でしたが、ジェスチャーだったり携帯で翻訳してくれたりと、親切でした。途中馬が急に走り出そうとしてびっくりしましたが、後ろに紐を引っ張ったらすぐ止まってくれたのでよかったです。景色も良くとても素敵なアクティビティでした。

I have never seen anything like it before, and it was impressive! The performance was so intense that I wondered how much training they must have gone through. I want to see it again next time! ^_^

今まで見た事なく、迫力がありました！どれだけ鍛えてるかと思うほどの演技です。また次回も見たいです^_^

I always make it a point to see Cirque du Soleil when they perform in Tokyo, so I definitely wanted to see them in Hawaii as well. They used costumes and props from Hawaii, which added to the atmosphere.

There was a segment where a few audience members were picked to mimic dances and have fun, and this time was also very enjoyable.

The theater was small, but it was almost full. We had seats right in the middle, in the front row. There were five of us, and everyone had a great time.

I might be imagining it, but was the performance a bit shorter this time? I felt like it ended in about an hour and a half without any breaks.

I was satisfied.

シルクドソレイユが東京公演をする時は必ずみに行っていますので、ハワイでも是非とも思い見に行きました。ハワイの衣装や道具を使っていて雰囲気も楽しめました。

いつもの観客を数名ピックアップして踊りなどを真似させて楽しむ幕間？がありますが、今回もとても楽しかったです。

劇場は狭かったですが、ほぼ満員でした。真ん前の真ん中辺の席でした。5名で参加しましたが、皆楽しめました。

気のせいかも知れませんが公演時間はちょっと短いんですかね？途中休憩もなく、1時間半くらいで終わった様に思いました。

満足です。

I have experienced helicopter tours in Japan, but this was my first time on a doorless helicopter in Hawaii. On the day of the flight, there were clouds and wind, and once we took off, it was quite bumpy 😨 I wondered if I would tell the pilot that I was a bit worried, but I guess that's just how it is in Hawaii. Despite the slight turbulence, the pilot remained completely unfazed, calmly explaining the spots we were flying over (I couldn't understand anything since I don't speak English, though! (laughs)).

That said, the view of Hawaii from above was amazing. It's a bit pricey, but I think it's worth it! Seeing Diamond Head from the sky was incredible! However, I read in previous reviews that they used to lend out phone cases for free, but now it's $5. Also, during the flight, they took dozens of photos from almost the same angle... I bought them as a keepsake. So, I give it four stars (laughs). But the experience is definitely worth it!

日本でもヘリ遊覧はしたことがありますが、ハワイでのドア無しヘリは初体験。
当日は雲と風もあり、飛んでみたらかなりの揺れ😨大丈夫かなぁ〜…と途中でパイロットに言おうかと思いましたが、ハワイではいつもの事なんですね。多少の揺れでもパイロットは微動だにせず、淡々と操縦しながらスポットの説明をしていました（英語が分からないので何言ってるかさっぱり分かりませんでしたが（笑））
とは言え、上空からのハワイの景色は最高でした。少し高めですが、それなりの価値はあると思いますよ！ダイヤモンドヘッドを上空からなんて♪
でも、前の口コミでは携帯ケースを無料で貸してくれたとなっていましたが、今は有料で5$でした。あと、フライト時に写真をバチバチ撮られてほぼ同じアングルが数十枚…記念なので買いましたが。なので星4つ（笑）
でも、体験の価値はありますよ！