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Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

I loved it

Reviewed by: Nanie

I loved it, food was great. Show was amazing.10 out of 10 I would go again.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/05
Activity Date: 2022/01/03

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

Germaine’s luau

Reviewed by: Becky

All in all this was a great experience. It would have been even better with more interaction with the crowd.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Becky, Thank you for your feedback, and sorry you felt there wasn't enough interaction with the crowd. With all the Covid guidelines in place, there are several interactive segments in the Luau format that we can't do right now due to social distancing. Those are the segments when we invite guests on stage to learn the Hula, and also the Tahitian segment but we couldn't do that when you attended. We are looking forward to getting back to our normal format, so I hope you can return one day to experience our luau once things get back to "normal"...We appreciate you choosing Germaine's Luau as a fun activity to do while you were on vacation here. Mahalo, Germaine's Luau Ohana

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Packages: Original Package: 2 Drinks & Shell Lei
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/01
Activity Date: 2021/12/12

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

Good Experience

Reviewed by: Familyoffive

Germaine's Luau was very entertaining for my family and I. However, there was a lot of sitting around and waiting for things to happen. We were met with a mediocre box of lettuce and fruit to start with, there was some entertainment and then 1.5 hours later we were able to get other food; buffet style. The food was delicious but by the time my kiddos were fed, they were cranky and had enough. I am happy to say that I have been to a Luau and experienced the food and entertainment.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Family of Five, Thank you for your feedback. I apologize that your family had to wait so long for your dinner. It has a lot to do with the strict guidelines in place from our State Government that we have to follow, from the Check process, to how we serve the food, and it all takes time. I hope you were able to enjoy the scenery by the ocean, perhaps the beautiful sunset! I'm happy that you enjoyed the food as a luau should also be relaxing and entertaining...away from the hustle and bustle of the resort area. Thank you for choosing Germaine's Luau, and hope you will return to our island again, when we get back to normal. Mahalo, Germaine's Luau Ohana

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Packages: Original Package: 2 Drinks & Shell Lei
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/29
Activity Date: 2021/12/20

イルカ大学 イルカウォッチング&シュノーケリングクルーズ イルカと泳ぐプランも!マリンアクティビティも充実<ランチ付き/日本語/ワイキキ&コオリナ送迎可>

A bit overpriced & be careful of seasickness. やや割高&船酔い注意

Reviewed by: まいむ

Since it was the season, I was able to see whales. That said, they were quite far away, and I only saw their spouts and tails... Unfortunately, during the dolphin swim, I didn't encounter any dolphins, but on the way back, I was able to see some resting dolphins from the boat in the shallow waters where they make their beds. There was also time for snorkeling, but since a large group was chasing the turtles all at once, both the fish and turtles got scared, and I only got to see them properly for about five minutes. Depending on luck, it does feel a bit overpriced, especially since I paid over 20,000 yen, but considering the transportation and lunch included, I guess this is what you get with the high prices in Hawaii and the impact of COVID-19 on the tourism industry. However, the staff were truly kind and reliable; even though I participated alone, they were always considerate, and I had a great time. Due to the holiday season, the boat was fully booked with people from Europe, America, and China, but the waves were high, and the boat was rocking, leading to many people getting seasick. After the middle of the trip, it turned into a scene from hell. It might be better to aim for the off-season for various reasons.

シーズンということで、クジラも見れました。と言ってもかなり遠くで、潮吹きと尾っぽのみでしたが…肝心のドルフィンスイムではイルカに出会えず、帰り際にイルカたちが寝床にしている浅瀬で、お休み中のイルカを船上から見ることができました。シュノーケリングの時間もありますが、大人数で一斉にカメを追いかけるため、魚もカメも怖がってしまい、まともに見れたのは5分程度です。運次第ではありますが、2万円以上払っただけに全体的には割高感は否めませんが、送迎とランチ付きでハワイの物価の高さ&コロナ禍の観光業となるとこうなってしまうのかとしれません。ただ本当にスタッフの皆さんは優しくて頼もしく、1人参加でしたが常に気遣ってもらい楽しく過ごせました。なおホリデーシーズンのため欧米や中国の方で満席状態でしたが、とにかく波が高くて船が揺れるため船酔いする人が続出。中盤以降は地獄絵図と化していました。色々な意味でシーズンオフを狙った方が良いかもしれません。

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Maimu,
Thank you for your comment.
The conditions change daily for encounters with wildlife in the natural environment.
It was unfortunate that you couldn't meet the dolphins this time, but please come back for another chance!
Mahalo

Aloha Maimuさん
コメントありがとうございます。
自然環境の中、野生の動物との出会いのため毎日コンディションが変わってまいります。
今回はイルカに会えず残念でしたが、次のチャンスがありましたら再チャレンジしにきてください!
Mahalo

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Packages: 09:00出港プラン<~4/30まで>
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2021/12/28
Activity Date: 2021/12/26

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Like warm food

Reviewed by: Toni Everhart

What a neat idea to use wet & wild for this event. I expected more for $155. The food was cool & the lime was closed by the time I wanted to go back for more desert. The piece of cake was so small. )1”inch square)
The show with the dancers & fire eaters was pretty good

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/15
Activity Date: 2021/12/13

Sips, Bites & Sail - Ko Olina Sunset Cruise with Cocktails and Appetizers

Awesome trip!!!

Reviewed by: Andrea

The sunset cruise was definitely top 3 things I have done in Hawaii and will for sure do it again!!! Staff was super friendly, food and drinks were great!!

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Packages: Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/11
Activity Date: 2021/11/19

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

A True Hawaiian Cultural Experience

Reviewed by: FaMilay

Experiencing Germaine’s Luau is a must-have on everyone’s bucket list when in Oahu. It’s a True Polynesian experience, Hands down. The professionalism of the entertainment is nothing less than Beautiful. Everyone was beautiful and they set the tone of a family environment when I was there as well as my entire time on the island.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha and Mahalo for taking time to send such beautiful comment about your experience at our Family luau. We hope you will share your experience as well as some of your photos with your family and friends!! We would love for you to post some photos to our Facebook page...Germaine's Luau & Special Events, or #germainesluau, #experienceohana,
We hope you will come back to our island one day, and visit us again!! Mahalo, Germaine's Luau Ohana.

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Packages: Plumeria Package with Transportation: VIP Seating, 3 drinks & Kukui Nut Lei
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/01
Activity Date: 2021/11/29

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Best Luau

Reviewed by: Tasha

My family and I enjoyed the performance very much. It was a great experience.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/11/30
Activity Date: 2021/11/28

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Shai Demus

From start to finish, the instructors were very professional and had humor while we were doing the activities. I regret not purchasing the 6 lines because it was so much fun, we all wanted to more. 10/10 I’ll do this again once I come back to Oahu!

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Packages: 3-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/11/30
Activity Date: 2021/11/28

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

Funny activity. Long time to get food

Reviewed by: Paula

It was fun! Waited a long time for food though. We missed a hula hula class or some activity that allowed people to dance and participate more.

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Aloha Paula,
Thank you so much for your feedback, and I'm so sorry that it took so long for you to get your food. It's been a little challenging for us with all the safety guidelines in place during this pandemic. Even the dinner process takes a little longer because our Servers have to pre-plate the items on each plate, and set them up for guests to "grab and go", and so it takes a little longer to serve everyone. We don't do any audience participation type activity while guests are going through the dinner line, but I believe what you heard was our "People of Polynesia" presentation, where our dancers come out and present each of the costumes that represent, Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and New Zealand with a little dance for each native island. Now that some of the restrictions have been lifted, things are slowly getting back to normal, so I hope you will be able to come back and visit us again some time in the future.!! Mahalo, Germaine's Luau Ohana

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Packages: Original Package: 2 Drinks & Shell Lei
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/11/28
Activity Date: 2021/11/25

Luxury Ko Olina Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling, Dinner Buffet & Premium Cocktails - Ocean Joy Cruises

Great crew! We had a blast!

Reviewed by: Jake B.

Everyone was so welcoming and fun! We will definitely be coming back next time we’re back in Hawaii! The boat was clean and all the staff was very professional!

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Packages: [Oct-Mar] 2.5-hour Sunset Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/11/13
Activity Date: 2021/11/11

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

Germaines Luau

Reviewed by: MissinHawai’i

We have done a couple of other Luaus since the pandemic, and this by far is best one so far that is closet to a normal luau prior to covid. We got the plumeria package, totally worth it. The show was spectacular and food was great! Compared to other luaus completely recommend Germaines and would do this again. Booked through Veltra, it was easy and seamless.

Reply from activity provider

ALOHA MissinHawaii, So happy that you were able to make a trip over to our beautiful island, and that you chose to spend an evening with our Ohana at Germaine's Luau!! We really appreciate you taking the time to write your comments about your experience! We also appreciate that you booked thru Veltra, as we love their staff as well, they do a great job there! If you have time, we hope you will post your comments online at Yelp or Trip Advisor, since we know you did attend our luau recently and maybe do #experienceohana, #germainesluau....We hope you will come back sometime in the future and visit us again! Sincerely, Germaine's Luau Ohana

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Packages: Plumeria Package with Transportation: VIP Seating, 3 drinks & Kukui Nut Lei
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/11/07
Activity Date: 2021/10/13

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Good Food and GREAT show

Reviewed by: Ed From PHX

Went as 2 couples to the show and it was a blast. We got two free Mai Tai's each and they were good, not watered down. The show was AWESOME, it told a lot of history and the Chief was quite funny. The fire spinning was great and very cool. They have a few world champions doing the show.

It is buffet style, and they have two different lines when you go to the buffet. There is a Pick your own food, and a server prepared plate. The server prepared they give you a little of each things. You can go back later and get more of what you want. The Pick your own food is slow and it will take time, but the other line is very very quick.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/26
Activity Date: 2021/10/03

West Oahu Dolphin Watch & Reef Snorkel Tour with Ocean Activities - Iruka Hawaii

Great Family Experience!

Reviewed by: Kara

The whole family loved this experience! The crew is so knowledge on all part spinner dolphins and their habitat. I defintely recommend booking now because they were talking about a ban on Oahu!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for joining with us!
Please come back and see dolphins again!
Mahalo

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Packages: Afternoon Cruise (11:00 AM)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/10/25
Activity Date: 2021/10/14

Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & USS Battleship Missouri Tour - Tickets and Transportation Included

A must see tour

Reviewed by: Barry

How can you visit Honolulu and not see Pearl Harbor and the Missouri. Trip started off badly as our bus was over an hour late. It meant things we were supposed to see on the way to Pearl Harbor was squeezed in on the way back. Not good when you have made dinner cruise plans with the same tour company. Guide Ru Ru was pleasant but brushed aside the delay as being on “Hawaiian time.” Wish we had more time to spend at the Missouri.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Barry,
Thank you kindly for sharing your honest feedback. We set a high standard for ourselves, and we’re so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our business. We will definitely learn from, as it will allow us to provide the corrective steps and change in procedures to ensure this will not happen again.
On behalf of the staff and management here at E Noa Corporation, we hope your overall visit to Hawaii was an enjoyable one. Please stay safe and take care.
Mahalo!

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Packages: [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/22
Activity Date: 2021/10/19

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chiefs Luau, great family event!

Reviewed by: Birsa

This luau was nothing short of awesome! The chief is awesome and so hilarious. Food was pretty delightful too! Would certainly recommend to a friend who is heading to Oahu!!

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/10/15
Activity Date: 2021/10/13

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Definitely recommend for the best experience luau

Reviewed by: Matt soto

That was an amazing luau! Definitely will have to do it again! The food was delicious and the performances were awesome!

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Packages: Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/10/05
Activity Date: 2021/10/03

West Oahu Snorkel Cruise with Dolphin Watch, Kayak, SUP, Waterslide & Lunch

Too Crowded

Reviewed by: Megan Rish

The dolphin tour was so crowded and even though the guide was friendly and the people were very friendly there were just too many. Many people didn’t actually get to see the dolphins in the water and were being kicked with fins because of how crowded it was. We will not be doing that again unless there are less people.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Megan,
We are sorry to hear that you found the tour too crowded and will pass this feedback onto our operations management. We have modified operations this month so that we are better dispersing guests between tours available. We are also actively researching for the optimal passenger count that allows us to serve as many guests as possible who dream of swimming with dolphins while still prioritizing safety and comfort. We hope this helps to demonstrate our commitment to your satisfaction. Mahalo and aloha!

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Packages: [11:00 AM] Afternoon Snorkel Package - Feb & Mar 2024
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/10/02
Activity Date: 2021/09/10

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief is the coolest!

Reviewed by: Natalie P.

Doing things during COVID-19 can be a real pain in the butt, but the organizers for Chief’s Luau made it very easy. This show is awesome! The Chief is so funny & warm, & you can tell he’s a good guy. The food was delicious, but I wish that some things were a little warmer, like the noodles & the sweet potato bread. I recommend going through the customization line, since you can just tell them you don’t want the fish or the chicken or whatever. The show was fun & entertaining & I think it’s worth every dollar I paid! I would totally see it again.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/09/22
Activity Date: 2021/09/20

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

The guides did great

Reviewed by: Outdoor Guys

I would highly recommend this venue. The guides were great and we all had a great time.

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Packages: 3-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/14
Activity Date: 2021/09/12

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Great experience

Reviewed by: Nikki J

It was out first time at a Luau & we had a wonderful time. It was such a great experience, the food was amazing & everyone was so friendly. We weren’t sure about it being at a water park but once you’re seated, you would never know it was a theme park. Definitely recommend!

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/09/05
Activity Date: 2021/09/01

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

Awesome Experience

Reviewed by: Alekhya

Enjoyed the zipline tour. The lines and the final race were really fun. The guides were fun and helped make the experience easy.

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Packages: 3-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/09/02
Activity Date: 2021/08/29

Sips, Bites & Sail - Ko Olina Sunset Cruise with Cocktails and Appetizers

Will do this sunset cruise again for sure!

Reviewed by: Katie Schultz

We will definitely do this sunset cruise every time we come to Ko Olina. TJ was an awesome host and Travis the captain snd Jake were great too. Boat been refurbished and very comfortable. Great music and potent, delicious rum concoctions that I want to recreate at home. Well done! We will be back! All ages worked well.

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Packages: Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/09/02
Activity Date: 2021/08/31

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Outstanding best part of the trip

Reviewed by: Alexis

The food was delicious and I loved all the performances and how friendly everyone was kept me interested the whole time the drinks were really good too can’t wait to come back!!

  • My son loved the show

  • Beautiful performance

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/28
Activity Date: 2021/08/02

Luxury Ko Olina Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling, Dinner Buffet & Premium Cocktails - Ocean Joy Cruises

Great crew, awful photographer

Reviewed by: Cece

The crew were friendly, but the photographer was no good. Don’t purchase the pictures. They are not worth it. She basically only took pictures of u on the boat, which u can also do with your own camera. When it’s time to go under water, the photographer was too busy snorkeling herself. We had to chase her down for some pictures, but it came out super blurry. At the end when the pictures package were emailed to us, it consists many Google under water sea life images. I’d recommend u bring ur own phone with waterproof pouch, the pictures will be so much better.

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Packages: [Apr-Sep] 3.5-hour Sunset Snorkel Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/24
Activity Date: 2021/08/17

Sips, Bites & Sail - Ko Olina Sunset Cruise with Cocktails and Appetizers

Perfect night and sights!

Reviewed by: Kate

The crew was professional and engaging. We were pleased with the beverage and food offerings. Even more so is that we lucked out with a spectacular sunset night and spinner dolphins that entertained us by swimming along with the catamaran. We sailed the entire time as the winds were good. Boarding and everything were simple and quick.
I'd highly recommend this activity!

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Packages: Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/22
Activity Date: 2021/08/13

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

Great experience

Reviewed by: cwest1212@yahoo.com

This was an awesome experience Michael and Myah made our time so unforgettable! They were fun, encouraging and engaging. They really knew how to make sure everyone was having a good time. The equipment was light weight and very secure. I felt safe the whole time, even as a first time zip-liner. I would suggest bringing sun screen and cash. They have bottled water for sale so it’s a good idea to bring your own, if possible. Also, invest in the transportation if not utilizing rental car services during your vacation. The amount of an Uber or Lyft will cost the same if not more than the transportation that Crater Coral offers. Overall it was awesome and I will definitely be returning and recommending to all our friends!

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Packages: 3-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/18
Activity Date: 2021/08/16

Germaine's Luau - Fun Backyard Style Luau with Dinner, Show & Fire-Knife Dance

A Good Time Indeed!

Reviewed by: Tito

It was a great time to bring my wife to this show. She had never been to a luau before and this was a great experience. The food was standard pre-prepared fare but the entertainment was excellent.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Tito,
Thank you so much for your comments, and for bringing your wife to experience our luau. Our food is a variety of island favorites, with some Hawaiian style prepared dishes, however, we're sorry you felt it was standard. When you're preparing food for such large numbers, it may not be up to your standards. It sounds like you enjoyed the evening overall, and for that I'm happy. Our entertainers work hard at their talent, so I'm so happy that you felt it was excellent! We hope you will share your photos and comments with your friends and family, and maybe even post some on our Facebook page at Germaine's Luau & Special Events! #experienceohana, #germainesluau....Mahalo, Germaine's Luau Ohana

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Packages: Original Package: 2 Drinks & Shell Lei
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/16
Activity Date: 2021/07/21

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

Not worth the price!

Reviewed by: Michael Gonzalez

The ride was too short. the advertisement said it was one hour to one and a half hours but actually only lasted 45 minutes. The price was too expensive and should be a maximum of $5o dollars each for this zip line. The staff was very friendly and nice.

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Packages: Three Zipline Adventure with Waikiki Transportation
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/16
Activity Date: 2021/08/12

Coral Crater Park - Aerial Ninja Adventure Tower, Freefall & Climbing Wall

Short activity

Reviewed by: mg. a. s

It is a good experience for novice individuals who has not had any climbing experience. I believe the description on the website should be more specific of the tower features, and exactly what the activity includes. My 12 year old son got so scared before they all even started that he did not want to continue so it was a loss only part ( I mean of what I paid for ). It was unexpected but I am sure it is inevitable that someone gets scared and cannot continue with the activity at all and I heard from the staff that it happens often where kids end up not continuing with the activity. It would b nice to have an alternative activity or form of refund or waived fee or transferrable to another ride or activity at Coral crate. We did other activities at Coral crate including Ziplining and ATVs so I really did hope we could have at least had some refund or waived fee/ transferred to another activity.
Also, there were a lot of bugs so be prepared. Part of the nature adventure )-)

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Packages: Premium Package: Adventure Tower - Aerial Challenge, Freefall, & Climbing Wall
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/15
Activity Date: 2021/07/29
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