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In mid-August, I participated with my 8-year-old daughter. I was worried about the heat, but thanks to the shade, it was not a concern at all. We were able to move our bodies slowly in a refreshing breeze, and it was a very pleasant time. My daughter got bored halfway through, but I was grateful that the instructor kindly encouraged her. We took The Bus from our hotel in the center of Waikiki to get there, and on the way back, we played at the beach and stopped by a café, then walked back to the center.

8月中旬に、８歳の娘と一緒に母娘で参加しました。
暑さを心配しましたが、日陰のため暑さも全く気にならず、爽やかな風が抜ける中でゆっくりと身体を動かせて、とても心地よい時間でした。
娘は途中で飽きてしまいましたが、インストラクターの方が優しくお声がけくださってありがたかったです。
ワイキキ中心部のホテルから、行きはThe Busに乗って向かい、帰りはビーチで遊んだりカフェに寄ったりしながら、そのまま中心部まで歩いて帰れました。

I requested a North Shore tour. Originally it was supposed to be 6 hours, but thanks to a free campaign, they extended the tour by an additional hour. During the tour, Ken provided quizzes about the places we visited and the history of Hawaii, which allowed us to gain knowledge about Hawaii while having fun. When we arrived at each destination, he carefully pointed out the highlights, the locations of shops, restrooms, and even recommended delicious local spots that you wouldn't have to wait in line for. He also took us to places and photo spots that are not typically included in regular tours, making for a truly fulfilling experience. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I definitely plan to request Ken's services. Thank you very much.

ノースショアのツアーをお願い致しました。本来は6時間だったのですが無料キャンペーンで1時間プラスでツアーを延長していただきました。
ツアー中はKenさんが行く先々の場所に関する事やハワイの歴史等、クイズを出してくれてハワイの知識を身に付けることができ楽しく移動できました。また、目的地に着くと一つ一つ丁寧に見所の場所、お店の場所、トイレの場所、地元の人しか知らない様な並ばなくても美味しいお店を教えて下さいました。また通常のツアーでは行けない様な場所やフォトスポットにも連れて行ってくださったり、本当に充実した時間を過ごす事ができました。
また、ハワイに行く機会があれば、是非とも、Kenさんにお願いしようと思います。ありがとうございました。

We chartered a boat for a family trip with three generations, totaling nine people. We booked the two-hour course, which turned out to be just the right amount of time to relax and enjoy meals on board. However, if you plan to have a longer meal on the boat, a longer course might be better.

We brought takeout food and drinks with us, but there were plenty of utensils provided, and it was helpful that cold drinking water was available. There was also a cooler on board, so we could keep our drinks and fruits chilled. There were two restrooms available, and we were able to bring a stroller on board as well. Although we didn't use it, there was also a microwave (or oven?!) available.

From the boat, you can see Waikiki and Diamond Head. The time spent lying outside while enjoying the panoramic view was absolutely the best!

The boat arrived at the dock about 15 minutes before the departure time. Since there isn't a waiting area like a terminal near the dock, it might be better not to arrive too early.

親子3世代9名の家族旅行でチャーターしました。
2時間コースで申し込みましたが、船上でのんびりしたり食事をすることができ、丁度良い時間でした。
ただ、船上での食事を長めにとる場合は、もう少し長いコースの方がよいかもしれません。
テイクアウトした食事や飲み物を持参して乗り込みましたが、カトラリー類は十分用意されていましたし、冷たい飲料水の提供もあり助かりました。
クーラーボックスも設置されているので、飲み物やフルーツなどは冷やしておくこともできます。
トイレは2か所ありました。
ベビーカーも積み込むことができました。
使用してはいませんが、電子レンジ(オーブン?!)もありました。

船上からはワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドを見ることができます。
特に屋外で寝転がりながらパノラマビューを見ながら過ごす時間は最高でした!

船は出発時刻の15分くらい前に桟橋にやってきました。
桟橋付近にはターミナルのような待つ場所がないので、あまり早めに行かない方がいいかもしれません。

It was nice to see the fireworks at night on the water. The drinks were good, but our catamaran was 10 mins late and the crew seemed more tired and ready to end a long work day.

We used this service to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. We had a bow renewal with a friendly captain in a corner of the boat. He took photos with my own phone. It was a bit embarrassing, but it became a wonderful memory. We enjoyed a bottle of champagne together. Since it was Friday, we also got to see fireworks, which was great. Additionally, we had our photo taken at our seats, and we received it as a gift at the end. We will definitely use this service again.

結婚20周年で利用させて頂きました。
船のすみっこで気さくな船長と一緒に
バウリニューアルをしました。
自分の手持ちの携帯で撮影してくれました。
少し恥ずかしいですがとても記念になりました。
シャンパン一本を頂き二人で楽しく飲ませて頂きました。
金曜日だったので花火も見れてとても良かったです。
あと席で二人の写真をとって頂きましたが最後にプレゼントとして頂きました。
また利用させて頂きます。

On the VELTRA site, I was a bit worried because there were no reviews for the driver guide, Ken, but as expected, there were no issues at all, and we had a fun day (8-hour tour). We were supposed to meet in front of the hotel at 8 AM, and it seemed that Ken arrived a bit early; when I got there 5 minutes before the meeting time, he was already at the meeting spot. The ride in the Lincoln was comfortable, and the kids, who usually get car sick, were energetic all day. When I shared our destination preferences, he kindly added three more stops since we had time to spare. I was looking forward to seeing sea turtles at Laniakea Beach, and thanks to him parking in a lot right in front of the beach where we could observe the turtles well, we were able to see five turtles and some baby turtles swimming. He has a great personality and speaks Japanese very well, so communication was no problem at all, and he shared a lot of knowledge about Hawaii. He mentioned that everyone might get sleepy after lunch, so he would keep it quiet, but in the end, we enjoyed chatting until we arrived at the hotel. Basically, once we reached a destination, he would wait in the car while we explored freely, so if someone wants the driver to take many photos or guide them at the sightseeing spots outside the car, it might be better to join a different tour. I have heard reviews from other tours where the drivers were unfriendly and terrible, but Ken was a really nice guy, so I wanted to write this review in hopes that more customers will choose him. My wife is already saying she wants to request Ken again next time, so we look forward to it!

VELTRAのサイトでは、ドライバーガイドのkenさんの口コミが０件だったので、大丈夫かなと少しだけ不安だったのですが、当たり前ですが、全く問題なく、楽しい１日（８時間ツアー）を過ごすことができました。朝の８時にホテル前で待ち合わせだったのですが、Kenさんは、少し早めにご到着されていたようで、５分前に到着した際には、すでにお待ち合わせ場所にご到着されていました。リンカーンの乗り心地もよく、車酔いしがちの子供たちも一日元気でした。行先の希望を伝えたところ、時間に余裕があったので、他にも３か所行き先を追加して下さりありがたかったです。ラニアケビーチでウミガメを見るのを楽しみにしていたのですが、海岸が目の前で、ウミガメをよく観察できる駐車場に車を停めていただけたおかげで、ウミガメ５匹と、子ガメたちが泳いでいるのも見ることができました。お人柄がよく、日本語もお上手ですので、コミュニケーションも全く問題ございませんし、ハワイの知識も豊富で、たくさんお話してくださいます。お昼ご飯以降は、みなさん眠たくなるでしょうから、静かにしておきますねとおっしゃられていたのですが、結局、ホテルに着くまで、ずっと楽しくお話させていただきました。基本的に、目的地に着いたら、車でお待ちになって、自由に観光させていただくスタイルですので、ドライバーの方に写真をたくさん撮って欲しい、車の中以外でも観光地でアテンドして欲しいという目的の方は、別のツアーに参加される方がよいかもしれません。他のツアーで、たまに、ドライバーの方が不愛想でサイアクだったという感想がございますが、kenさんは、大変良い方でしたので、少しでもkenさんのお客さんが増える機会になればと感想を書かせていただきました。妻は、次回も、kenさんにお願いしようと申しておりますので、次回もどうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

Perfect service, would totally recommend. They had different options for the rides so that was really
Sweet.

I had only been to yoga once in Japan, but I boldly decided I wanted to do yoga in Hawaii and joined this tour. I didn’t research much before signing up, but the lessons are not just with Japanese tourists; locals also join in. Of course, the instructor is Japanese, so there's no need to worry if you can't speak English.

As a beginner, I didn't understand much about the yoga content, but I took breaks when it got tough, haha. Doing yoga in the shade of the Banyan tree was simply amazing, and I found myself smiling halfway through.

The instructor said at the beginning, "Not having a mirror is a good thing," and I completely agreed. The final meditation felt like the relaxation after a sauna (I'm a sauna lover), and it was very pleasant. During meditation, the instructor gently pressed on my body, and I felt all my tension release. It was a moment when I truly felt glad to be in Hawaii.

At the end, the instructor said, "Please continue with yoga," and I want to do just that.

The yoga mat I borrowed was fluffy and very nice, so I quickly purchased the same one.

I would definitely like to participate again when I go to Hawaii. This tour is highly recommended!

★The location is next to the Barefoot Cafe, straight ahead from the Duke Kahanamoku statue on Kalakaua Avenue towards the zoo. I got lost, haha.

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Tomoko-sensei!

日本では1回しかヨガに行った事がありませんでしたが、無謀にもハワイでヨガをしたい！と思い立ちこのツアーに参加しました
あまり良く調べず申し込みをしたのですが、日本人のツアー客だけでは無く地元の方に混じってレッスンを行います
勿論先生は日本人ですので、英語が出来なくても安心です

ヨガの内容は初心者なのであまり分かりませんが、キツい所は休んでいましたw
バンヤンツリーの木陰で行うヨガは、とにかくサイコーで途中からニコニコしてしまいました

先生が最初に「鏡が無いのが良いんですよ」とおっしゃって、まさしくその通りだと思いました
最後の瞑想がサウナのととのいのようで(サウナーです)とっても気持ち良かったです
先生が瞑想時私の体を押して下さり、フッと力が抜けました
ハワイに来て良かったなぁと思えた瞬間でした

最後に先生が「ヨガ続けて下さいね」と仰って下さったので、そうしたいと思います

お借りしたヨガマットがフワフワでとても良かったので同じ物を早速購入しました

また、ハワイに行かれたら是非参加したいです
とてもオススメのツアーです！

★場所はカラカウア通りのデューク・カハナモク像を動物園に向かって真っ直ぐ歩いて行ってベアフットカフェの横です
私は迷いましたw

この場を借りてトモコ先生本当にありがとうございました！

My family and I had such an amazing time at this Luau. Felt so welcomed, the staff was so friendly and organized. Really appreciated the digital photos included and the veggie dish I received was so yummy!

The entire boat crew made this an experience to remover for ever. If you are in the area, I would highly recommend booking an evening tour with them, job well done!

It may have been a coincidence, but the Japanese were only among themselves. I was a bit anxious since there were no explanations in Japanese, but I was able to enjoy dolphins and snorkeling in a world without Japanese, which was different from Waikiki, without any major issues.

たまたまかもしれませんが、日本人は自分たちだけ。
日本語の説明は一切ないので不安もありましたが、大きく困ることもなく、ワイキキとは違う日本語のない世界でイルカやシュノーケルを楽しめました。

I participated in a lesson with Japanese travelers and locals living in Hawaii, where Japanese and English were comfortably mixed. It was a fun experience filled with the essence of Hawaii, and I was able to practice authentic yoga. The final shavasana was incredibly pleasant! I definitely recommend it to anyone who practices yoga.

旅行で来た日本人とハワイ在住の方、ローカルの方が参加されてて、日本語と英語が心地よくミックスしたレッスンでハワイ感が満載でとっても楽しく、且つ本格的なヨガを体験できました。
最後のシャバーサナがなんとも気持ち良い！
ヨガをやってる人には絶対におすすめです。

We enjoyed every minute of the three event. The musicians, dancers, actors, MC, catering and art vendors were first rate. My parents and kids enjoyed the event. We would come again!

Good for all ages, our family was laughing and it was a good way to get everyone together :)

The entertainment was superb!!! The food, however, was cold, undercooked, and no flavor. I do understand the institutional food prep, but it could have been better.

This was a brilliant adventure, from the moment you get in line to enter and get your lei, to when you find yourself on stage dancing the Hula. The activities are great with a number of free cultural classes in the “kitchen” and around the grounds. Great photo opportunities as the sun sets, with great shots of the ocean, the city if Honolulu, and the mountain ranges.

I would recommend this for any other couple, or family regardless if there are or are not children.

Had an amazing time and very interactive and informative and the whole experience was beautiful everyone was super nice!

This was our great experience to view the show, we really liked the drinks and food was amazing.

If you want a beautiful setting, great food and an organized exciting show then you should pick this luau.
Dancers were all amazing !
The length of time, open 2 hour bar , seating and staff were exceptional as well.
This was not my first luau but it was for my boyfriend and he was impressed with it!

I had an awesome time. All staff were very attentive and kind. Loved the entertainment. Food was amazing.

The check-in lines were confusing. Not enough clarity on which line was for preferred attendees and which was for general. Stood in the wrong line for 20 minutes before realizing we were in the wrong one. Check-in was about 20 mins late, which added to the frustration. The lawn at the Sheraton was not in great shape which was surprising compared to other times we've visited the property. Drinks were okay but the food and entertainment were very good. Overall, a good time for our families but was hoping for a bit more for the price.

I have been practicing hot yoga for a year and a half now. I was starting to get interested in outdoor yoga sessions like beach yoga and temple yoga organized by the studio. At that time, I had my very first trip to Hawaii. Due to the weak yen, all activities were quite expensive... (sweat)

In the midst of that, I found this lesson. The location is Kapiolani Park, so if you're staying in a hotel in downtown Honolulu, you can easily reach the lesson venue with a pleasant morning walk. There are ABC Stores, Starbucks, and cafes nearby, so you won't have any trouble satisfying your thirst or hunger before or after the lesson. The park also has large restrooms, which was reassuring.

Instructor Tomoko is bright, energetic, and kind. The lesson was very enjoyable, involving breath control and massages using aromatherapy. My daughter, who had no prior yoga experience, was able to keep up, and even just stretching without pushing herself was enough to fully enjoy the experience. The refreshing Hawaiian breeze, the sunlight filtering through the large trees, the little birds fluttering nearby, and the smell of grass—all of these elements created a vivid image that felt like it was right around me.

Tomoko took photos during the lesson and sent them to me via LINE on the spot. Looking back at them now, I think they have become wonderful memories.

ホットヨガを始めて１年半になります。スタジオが開催するビーチヨガや寺ヨガなどそろそろスタジオ外でのヨガにも興味をもっていました。そんな折人生初！のハワイ旅行。円安の影響でどのアクティビティもすごく高い・・（汗）
そんな中見つけたのがこちらのレッスンです。場所はカピオラニ公園ですので
ホノルル中心のホテルからでしたら朝の気持ち良い散歩とともにレッスン会場までたどり着けます。ABCストア、スタバ、カフェとレッスン前後に喉や小腹を満たすのには困りません。公園の大きなトイレもあり安心でした。
インストラクターのトモコ先生は明るく、元気で親切です。
レッスンは呼吸を整えたりアロマを使ってマッサージしたりとても気持ちよかったです。同行した娘はヨガ未経験でしたがついていけましたし、無理せずストレッチしているだけでも十分堪能できます。ハワイの爽やかな風、大きな木からこぼれ落ちる朝日の光。近くで羽ばたいている小鳥たち。草の匂い。スタジオで誘導されているイメージがそのままリアルに私の周りにありました。
レッスン中の写真をトモコ先生が撮ってくださりその場でLINEからいただきました。今見返してもとても良い思い出になったと思います。

The venue was awesome, the traditional showcases were great, and it was a sweet cultural journey through islands of Polynesia.

We boarded with 12 people. The yacht was larger and more beautiful than I expected, and we were able to spend a blissful time (^○^) Masa, who speaks Japanese, and the kind captain Austin prepared plenty of delicious appetizers for us, and I definitely want to use this service again! It was my first time seeing fireworks up so close!!!! Lying on the net at the front of the yacht while feeling the wind was just the best!!!! I already want to go again soon (^○^)

12人で乗船しました。
思っていたより大きくて綺麗なヨットで、至福の時を過ごすことができました(^○^)
日本語の出来るマサさん、優しい船長オースティン、美味しい前菜をたっぷり用意していただき、是非是非また利用させていただきたいです！
花火、あんなに間近で見たの初めててす！！！！
ヨットの前方のネットの上で寝転びながら風を感じるのがもう最高！！！！
またすぐ乗りたくなっちゃいます(^○^)

It was an outstanding show, good food, and the hosts were excellent with a good sense of humor. The best Luau we've ever seen.

The luau was entertaining and informative. The food was good too. Staff did a good job of moving 500 people through the lines. Only two watered down drink tickets. The free choices were only offered at one stand. For 500 people. Not enough.
I enjoyed the pictures on arrival. I think more opportunities for pictures would have been good.

Awesome Experience, the crew was awesome friendly made the whole experience great, and the firework display over the water was a must see I will do this again on my next visit. Thank You.

In late May, at a perfect temperature of 9:00 AM, yoga began under a clear blue sky and sea, listening to the chirping of birds in a quiet shady spot. I hadn't done much yoga before, but thanks to the friendly instructor Tomoko's easy-to-follow guidance, I was able to smoothly and enjoyably experience yoga. Looking up at the bright blue sky and feeling the pleasant breeze, I spent the most relaxing time. The aroma I received at the beginning and the sound of the final bell added to the relaxation, making it the best memory of this trip! While sightseeing and shopping are great when visiting Hawaii, I think beach yoga will become a must-do in the future. The location was easy to find, and the timing was just right, so if you come to Hawaii, you absolutely should experience yoga! Thank you for the wonderful experience!

5月下旬、朝9:00の丁度良い気温の中、
真っ青な空と海、静かな木陰の下で
鳥のさえずりを聴きながらヨガが始まりました。
ヨガはあまりやった事なかったですが、
すごくフレンドリーなトモコインストラクターの
わかりやすいガイドのお陰でスムーズに
楽しくヨガを体験する事ができました。
真っ青の空を見上げ、心地良い風をうけて、
最高にリラックスした時を過ごせました。
最初にもらったアロマや最後の鐘の音など
よりリラックスさせてくれる仕掛け？もあり
今回の旅の1番の思い出になりました！
ハワイに来たら観光やショッピングもいいけど、
海辺のヨガが今後のマストになると思います。
場所も分かりやすく、時間もちょうどいいので、
ハワイに来たら絶対ヨガ体験をするべきです！
最高な体験をありがとうございました！

I recently had the pleasure of attending the Maui Nui Sunset Luau at the stunning Sheraton Maui, and it truly exceeded all expectations! As we arrived, we were warmly greeted with traditional lei necklaces, setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. The venue has great ocean views, it's spacious and all guests had ample room to enjoy the experience comfortably.

The food was a standout at the event, with a delicious spread of local-style dishes in the buffet. The menu had something for everyone and made a lasting impression with its flavors and presentation.

The entertainment was simply amazing, as talented dancers wowed the audience with their graceful moves and colorful outfits. The best part of the night was definitely the fire knife dance, an absolutely stunning performance that had everyone totally amazed. The combination of cultural storytelling and dynamic performances created a lively and engaging atmosphere throughout the luau.

Overall, the Maui Nui Sunset Luau at Sheraton Maui was a fantastic experience that combined great food, entertaining performances, and a stunning atmosphere seamlessly. I totally suggest checking out this luau if you want to dive into Hawaii's awesome culture and hospitality. It's a night of pure fun and entertainment!

After experiencing many luau all across Hawaii, I can happily say that Mauka Warriors is one of the best I have had the pleasure of attending~

Pick-up from Waikiki was hella convenient, and even though we hit traffic on the way to the luau, the guide was great about keeping everyone informed and telling us interesting facts, history, and stories about Hawaii.

Once we arrived, we were greeted with a fresh flower lei (get the Mo'i Experience y'all!) and were escorted to the front row!!! WHOOO! With so many activities to do, and being able to order drinks from our phone made it a great start to the whole evening.

The food at Mauka Luau was pretty tasty too, and I loved that they had both poi and lomi lomi salmon, but their fish was the highlight of the menu for both me and my friend.

But the main event was def the Mauka Warriors Luau show, and omg...it was amazing. The fire knife dancing was some of the best I have seen in all of Hawaii, and even the kids were literally fire on stage, but I really loved that they incorporated Hawaiian and Polynesian warrior culture and history into a story rather than just a bunch of random songs and dances.

10/10 would definitely recommend!

[Reviewed by HawaiiActivties.com Staff]