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My cousin and I had an amazing time. The stuff was awesome; helpful and fun.
This is a very cool location; we went during high tide and have no regrets of selecting that time slot. The weather was warm, the water was calm and clear. We took advantage of all of the activities; we kayaked, paddle boarded and hung out on the floating platform. The live music was the cherry on top. I would definitely recommend booking this specific tour.

We had the BEST time on our Ko Olina Ocean Adventures Dolphin & Snorkel Private Charter on October 10th!! We did the 3-hour private charter. We had a group of 25, all family, visiting Oahu for our wedding celebration and had booked this cruise for a little pre-wedding fun. Well, the cruise was beyond our expectations. We had the best time cruising around and snorkeling. We snorkeled and saw dolphins, sea turtles, and got to feed the fish. We had several kids under age 5 and they were able to accommodate us all. The crew was absolutely amazing. They took care of everyone’s needs, made us feel special, and created a super fun environment, all the while making sure we were safe. The food and drinks were also amazing!! Mine and my husband’s families cannot stop raving about the cruise and how amazing it was. It was also suitable for all ages, which was great, as we had six kids under 5. Also, booking this cruise through VELTRA was a breeze. They were so helpful and answered all my questions. Stop your searching and book this cruise, you will not regret it. I could not recommend this enough!! Thank you to the team for making this day so special for us and our family!!

I had been interested in the Cessna flying experience for a while, and I finally signed up for it this time. I felt a bit anxious because we were using the large Daniel K. Inouye Airport, which I usually fly to and from Japan. However, the pre-flight lecture and the instructor during the flight were both Japanese, and they kindly taught us. I was able to enjoy sightseeing from the sky, and it was a lot of fun and a new experience. The scenery I usually see from the cabin was completely different from the view from the cockpit, and I was moved when I pulled the control stick and took off. I would love to experience it again if I have the chance.

セスナ操縦体験は前から気になっていて今回申し込みました。
離着陸が日本との往復で利用している、巨大なダニエルKイノウエ空港だったので不安になりましたが、事前の講義もフライト時の教官も日本の方で、親切に教えて頂き空からの観光もできてとても楽しく新しい経験ができました。
いつもはキャビンから見ている景色も操縦席からはまったく違う景色で操縦桿を引いて離陸したときは感動です。
また機会があれば体験したいと思いました。

We participated as a couple. Since it was a day to drive around Maui with a rental car, we opted for the meet-up plan, but we arrived just in time for check-in. There were some traffic jams, so I think it's best for those going on their own to plan to arrive early.

We took turns driving. It was a pretty long drive, so it was good to switch off. Our faces got really dirty! My clothes were covered in dust, so I recommend wearing clothes that you wouldn't mind throwing away.

Driving a buggy at high speed through the great outdoors was thrilling and a lot of fun! The guide only spoke English, so I didn't understand much of the commentary along the way, but I still enjoyed the scenery.

夫婦で参加しました。レンタカーでマウイ島を回る日だったので現地集合プランでしたが受付時間ギリギリの到着でした。
渋滞した道もあったので、自力で行く方は早めに着く想定が良いと思います。

夫と交代で運転しました。結構長い時間走るので、交代して良かったです。
顔は真っ黒になります！服もすすだらけになったので、捨ててもいいくらいの服で参加することをおすすめします。

大自然の中をバギーでスピードを出して走るので、スリルもあってとても楽しかったです！
ガイドは英語のみなので道中の解説はほぼわかりませんでしたが、景色だけでも楽しめました

We participated as a couple. Skydiving was my first time in life. I was very nervous, but in the end, it became the best memory! I'm not good with thrill rides like roller coasters, but having a guide made me feel safe to jump!

The thrill leading up to the jump was also fun, and I was able to see the best views, so I'm really glad I participated.

夫婦で参加しました。スカイダイビングは人生初。とてもドキドキしましたが、結果的に最高の思い出になりました！
私はジェットコースターなどの絶叫系は得意ではないのですが、ガイドさんがついてくれるので安心して飛べましました！

飛び立つまでのスリルも楽しかったし、最高の景色を見ることができて参加してとても良かったです。

Everyone who participated in the tour was Japanese. They provided explanations in Japanese on the boat. Since I made the reservation without considering the tide schedule, when we arrived, the water was about knee-deep, and by the time we returned, it was at waist height. The waves were fairly decent.

I was able to rent a stand-up paddleboard, which was fun, and I also got to see sea turtles.

The snorkeling was quite tough because they didn't provide fins, and the waves were high. The water was murky, so I couldn't see many fish.

The photos I took while paddleboarding turned out really beautiful when I looked back at them later!

On the boat, we could enjoy warm coffee, juice, snacks, and spam rice balls for free. The apples were delicious. Since we couldn't see the sandbar, I think it's better to participate during low tide.

ツアーに参加したのは全員日本人でした。船の上では日本語で説明もしてくれました。潮の満干期を気にせず予約した為、着いた頃は膝上程度、帰りには腰高位になっていました。波もまあまああり。
サップを借りることができたので、遊べて楽しかったのと、海亀も観られました。

シュノーケルは足ヒレを貸してもらえないため、波も高く結構辛かったです。
濁っていたので魚はほとんど見られませんでした。

サップをしながら撮った写真はあとから見返したら凄く綺麗でした！

船のうえで暖かいコーヒーやジュース、スナック、スパムおにぎりが無料で食べれます。りんごも美味しかったです。
サンドバーは見られなかったので、参加する際は干潮時間に合わせたほうが良いかと思います。

The driving experience was great. The person in charge of the pick-up and drop-off was also very accommodating. However, I was worried that I couldn't confirm things immediately upon arrival at the location. It would have been even better if I had received a message the day before about which car would be picking me up.

操縦体験良かったです。
また送り迎えの担当の方の対応良かったです。
ただ現地到着してからの確認が直ぐに取れなかったのが心配でした。
また前日にどの車が迎えにくるか連絡頂けるとより良かったと思います。

We thoroughly enjoyed the show! Would have loved more.

This was my first time participating. It was rewarding to not just watch it in videos but to actually visit and experience it. They also had various souvenirs for sale, which was great.

初めて参加しました。
動画で見るだけでなく実際に訪問して体験できたことが収穫
お土産も色々販売しております良かったです。

We participated in a tour with six people, including a 2-year-old child and an 87-year-old grandmother. The guide, who spoke Japanese, and the captain were friendly, and since it was a private tour, they let us decide on the timing for snorkeling and paddleboarding based on our pace. Unfortunately, it was after a full moon, and the tide was high, but the adults could enjoy the water at waist height while the child had fun with a float and life jacket.

The 87-year-old grandmother found the sea water cold, so I requested a wetsuit the day before, and they had it ready for her on the day of the tour, which was a great help! They also prepared floats and paddleboards for us, allowing us to play longer than we would have on a shared boat. We took many photos, and they taught us paddleboarding carefully, making it a truly enjoyable experience.

For snorkeling, the captain pulled the child on a boat, and the guide supported those who couldn't swim, so everyone had fun. We saw many sea turtles and fish, which was amazing. The snorkeling was kept short for the child and grandmother, allowing us to enjoy the sea longer, which is a unique advantage of a private tour.

After coming out of the water, it was cold, but they provided warm tea, and for the children who wanted to keep playing, they pulled them on the back of the boat, making it a perfect tour for families with small children and elderly members. They also prepared plenty of snacks and juice, and the child was thrilled with the apples.

The tour flew by, and we chatted a lot with the guide, creating wonderful memories for the whole family. The spam rice balls were also fantastic. The weather and tide are unpredictable, but it was a wonderful tour overall!

I recommend bringing a light jacket because the bus air conditioning is strong, and since it gets cold after being in the sea, it's a good idea to change clothes in the restroom before getting on the bus.

2歳の子供と87歳のおばあちゃんをつれて6人でツアーに参加しました。
日本語の話せるガイドさんとキャプテンもフレンドリーで貸し切りツアーということでこちらのペースに合わせてシュノーケルとsupなどで遊ぶ時間を相談して決めさせてくれました。
あいにく満月の後で潮が満ちていましたが大人は腰ぐらいの高さで子供は浮き輪とライフジャケットで楽しめました。
87歳のおばあちゃんは海の水が冷たかったので前日にウェットスーツのリクエストを送ったところ当日用意してくださり助かりました！
浮き輪やsupも私達用に用意してもらえて乗合いボートよりも長く遊ぶことができました！
写真もたくさん撮ってもらえてsupも丁寧に教えてもらえたので本当に楽しかったです。
またシュノーケルは子供はボートに乗せてキャプテンが引っ張っていってくれ、泳げない人はガイドさんがサポートしてくれて全員で楽しめてウミガメもたくさん見れて魚も見れたので感動でした。
子どもやおばあちゃんのペースでシュノーケルは短めにしてもらえて長く海で遊べたのも貸し切りツアーならではでした。
海から上がったら寒かったのですが温かいお茶を用意してもらえたり、まだ遊びたい子どもはボートの後ろに乗せて引っ張ってくれたりといたせり尽せりで小さな子ども連れ、高齢者連れには本当におすすめのツアーでした。スナックもジュースもたくさん用意してもらえて子どもはりんごに大喜びでした。
あっという間のツアーでガイドさんともたくさんおしゃべりして家族みんなの素敵な思い出になりました。
スパムおにぎりも最高でした。
天気と潮の満ち引きは運なのでどうすることもできませんがそれを含めて素敵なツアーでした！

バスの冷房が強いので羽織を持ってくことと、帰りは海で冷えて寒いのでバスに乗る前にトイレ等で服を着替えて乗ることをお勧めします！

The bus transfer from the hotel had some troubles, but the tour was absolutely wonderful. The bus driver spoke mainly English, while there was someone on the tour boat who could speak Japanese. It was my first experience with snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding, but I felt safe starting snorkeling from a spot where I could stand. They provided a lesson on how to paddleboard, but it was more difficult than I expected. I'm glad I decided to go for it; it turned out to be a great experience.

ホテルからのバス送迎で
トラブルは有ったものの
ツアーは素晴らしく良かったです
バスのドライバーさんは基本英語のみ
ツアーの船には日本語の話せる方が
同乗するスタイルです
シュノーケリングとサップ初体験でしたが
シュノーケリングは足の着く所からスタート出来るので安心でした
サップは乗り方をレクチャーしてくれましたが
思ったより難しかったです
思い切って申し込んで良かったです
いい経験になりました

[VELTRA Staff Experience]
I had a spectacular experience at the Na Lei Aloha Show! The location is within walking distance from most hotels in Waikiki. The food was the best I've ever had at a luau. The all-you-can-eat buffet at Hyatt Hotel features perfectly cooked prime ribs, short ribs, and pork ribs. It's a seafood lover's paradise! They have high quality snow crab legs, made-to-order sushi, poke station, an incredible variety of salads, hot dishes, and an impressive selection of desserts. It’s hard to pick favorites because every dish was outstanding, I can't wait to go back.

The setting had a lovely intimate atmosphere, and the servers were attentive to every detail. The show was absolutely delightful, highlighting Hawaiian culture and the significance of the Lei, showcasing a wide array of flowers used to create these meaningful flower necklaces. The dancers were incredibly talented, and the storytelling was captivating—I couldn't stop smiling!

I visited Kualoa Ranch, which was recommended by an acquaintance for my first trip to Hawaii. There was a Japanese-speaking guide on site, which provided a sense of security. The buggies get quite dirty from the dust, but it was a fun experience. I definitely think it's worth trying at least once.

初めてのハワイ旅行で知人に勧められたクアロア・ランチを訪問しました。
現地には日本語ガイドさんが在中していますので、安心感がありました。
バギーはかなり土埃で汚れますが、楽しい体験ができました。是非、一度チャレンジした方が良いと思います。

It was too long of a day! Our bus left PCC after 9:20pm which meant we got back to Waikīkī almost 11pm. The day was great but the ending with the timing of the bus was a sour note.

On our way home we were talking about what our favorite part of the trip to Hawaii was and everyone said the Raptor Adventure. The two guides were awesome! Actually all the guides we encountered were super friendly. The scenery was beautiful from the mountains, the ocean views, and the movie clip views. We even saw some cows up close and pet a horse. We will definitely come back again and highly recommend it.

The tour was fun! Our Drivers gave us information about sites as we drove along! We stopped at the macadamia nut farm and fruit stand!! He gave us options about what was available for us to do! I was with a big group, we chose hiking to the waterfall and kayaking/paddleboarding!! The hike was along a paved road so not much hiking but swimming in a waterfall was worth it!! Make sure you wear water shoes that can tolerate walking on rocks if you get in at the waterfall! And while paddle boarding, I saw a turtle then ate gelato at one of the vendors near the lake!
Overall 9/10 experience!!! Would have loved to have gone to the beach as well but time didn’t permit

I went to Hawaii for the first time on my honeymoon.

I was a bit anxious about whether I would be able to ride a horse since it was my first experience, but there was no problem at all!! The guide (who spoke English, but it was fine) provided great assistance while riding, so I felt reassured. They chose a horse that suited me. The horse was very smart, and when I gave commands with my legs, it would walk along the trail by itself, which was amusing.

While riding, I was able to enjoy the beautiful sea and mountains, experiencing the magnificent nature that you can't feel in Japan. I'm really glad I participated! It became my favorite memory of the Hawaii trip.

However, since it was a two-hour ride, my butt and legs became very sore... After getting off the horse, my legs were shaking for a while, which was funny. But even with that, I think it's a tour I would highly recommend!!

There were few dining options, and the burger I wanted had a long line, so I ended up settling for a sandwich from the shop, which I regret a little... The horse keychain at the shop was cute! ♡

ハネムーンで初ハワイにいきました。

乗馬体験は初めてだったので、直ぐにのれるようになるのか不安でしたが、
全然問題ないです！！
馬に乗る際も、ガイドさん(英語ですが大丈夫)がしっかり補助をしてくれるので安心です。人に合わせて馬を選んでくれていました。
お馬さんもとても賢いので、脚で指示を促すと勝手に散歩コース？を歩いてくれます笑

馬に乗りながら綺麗な海と山を眺めて、日本では感じられない壮大な大自然を体験することができて本当に参加できて良かったです！
ハワイ旅行の中で一番思い出になりました。

ただ二時間乗馬なので、お尻と脚がとても痛くなります、、
馬から降りた後は暫く脚がガクガクしていました笑
ですが、それを引き換えにしてもおススメ出来るツアーだと思います！！

飲食店が少なく、お目当てのハンバーガーはとても並んでいて時間がなかったので、売店のサンドウィッチで済ませたのが少し心残り、、
売店の馬のキーホルダーが可愛かったです♡

It was an awesome experience. Our tour guide was knowledgeable. The slow pace of the hike was good, gave us all the time and just admire the beauty of the forests.

I signed up for a self-driving course. It was pouring rain, and I bought a poncho from a vending machine. I didn't get my body wet, but my arms, legs, and shoes were soaked. I followed the guide at the front and drove.

自分で運転するコースで申し込みました。
大雨でした、自動販売機でポンチョを買いました。
体までは濡れなかったが、腕、足、靴はびちょ濡れ。
先頭のガイドさんについて行って運転する。

(Reviewed by Hawaii Activities Staff)

As we walked in we were greeted with a beautiful cold lei that made us feel welcomed. The location was perfect for Waikiki away from the crowds with stunning views of the ocean/sunset. The food was truly out of this world from just about every thing you could possibly think of. Sushi, meats, a quality salad bar, Korean BBQ, and not to mention the yummy dessert bar. Food for every pallet in the family.

The show was truly engaging, sweet, and wholesome. Based on the history of Waikiki and the importance of flowers being made into leis. Not like any other show i've seen on island. The duration of the activity was perfect, not too long not too short didn't feel rushed to eat or didn't feel like the show was dragging on. Would definitely recommend this for couples and friends looking to celebrate in a unique way.

I thought I would have to join a half-day tour to see sea turtles, but I found a tour in the Waikiki area that only took about 2 to 3 hours, and it was really great.

The instructor continuously pointed out where the sea turtles were while we were snorkeling, so it was easy to follow along and see them! I was very happy to swim with several sea turtles. I plan to request this tour again when I go back to Hawaii.

半日かけたツアーに参加しないとウミガメには会えないかなと思っていたのですが、ワイキキ界隈で2、3時間程度で催行してくれるツアーでとても良かったです。

インストラクターの方が、ウミガメいる場所を随時教えてくれながらのシュノーケリングだった為、ついていけば会える！が叶えられました。何匹ものウミガメと、一緒に泳げたのがとても嬉しかったです。またハワイに行ったらお願いしようと思います。

The scenery and course were excellent.
There were some things I didn't understand because everything was explained in English, but the guide was kind and explained things to me, and also took photos, so I really enjoyed it.

風景とコースは最高でした。
全部英語の説明のため、わからなかったこともありましたが、
ガイドさんは優しく説明してくれたり、写真も撮ってくれたりして、
本当に楽しかったです。

One of the three captains spoke Japanese. Everyone was friendly and kept the atmosphere lively during the trip. We encountered sea turtles both on the way to the sandbar and while snorkeling! We had a very enjoyable time!

3人のキャプテンのうち1人が日本語が話せる方でした。皆さん気さくで道中盛り上げてくれました。
サンドバーに着くまでと、シュノーケリングしてる時にそれぞれウミガメに会えました！
とても楽しい時間を過ごしました！

I was worried that it would be an English-only guide, but I was relieved that there was support in Japanese.
I was able to experience driving a real buggy!
It rained heavily along the way, but that became a memory too!
Overall, I am satisfied!

英語のみのガイドかと思って不安でしたが、アテンドは日本語の対応もあり助かりました。
本格バギーの運転体験が出来ました！
途中大雨でしたが、それも思い出！
総合的には満足です！

My husband and I had a fantastic day at the polynesian culture centre.
We went to many of the activities and to the Gateway dinner. We felt it was excellent and a beautiful display plus we learnt a lot.
Thank you all so very much...
I was particularly wishing to go to a Luau and that was what I thought I booked from Australia before we went.....however discovered while there that I had booked the Gateway dinner. Bit disappointed but the dinner was lovely and the whole experience fantastic!!! Thank you all so much...
Shirley and David Husted
Australia...

During Dinner Everyone So Kind and Nice !! We had our baby and a stroller and they went above and beyond to help us feel welcome. They were extra kind to our little one. A good family vibe.

For most of our group this was their first time snorkeling. Ryan was so patient, helpful and supportive, and gave great instructions — we highly recommend snorkeling in the Magic Island Lagoon for first timers. And with Ryan’s excellent support, videos of our experience, and patience we all had an awesome time. Be sure to heed the 30 minutes early arrival as we had a difficult time finding them (no sign) but they were near life station 1G which should be communicated in advance. We still got started right on time so it all worked out.

Celebrating my wife's birthday on the Star of Honolulu! It was organized from the time we were picked up at our hotel by bus to being seated at our reserved table. The ship is divided by what package you purchase (excellent idea). We got a chance to watch fireworks from the Hilton Hawaiian Hotel beach. But was wonderful was the breezes off the ocean in addition to the wonderful sunset while you have your meal. Your meal is brought to your table by the fantastic wait staff. Live music is performed while dining. Later, there is a hula/chaka show. Before you know it, the night is over. My wife received a special birthday cake that was light as a feather and delicious. We ended our stay in Oahu with this dinner cruise. Best time spent. Would do it again just for the sunsets.

I had heard great things about Kualoa Ranch. I really wanted to explore it on horseback, but since my 7-year-old child couldn't due to age restrictions, we took turns driving a buggy while enjoying the ride with our child, and it was a lot of fun.

I have a Class A driver's license, but I'm not very experienced, and I had no problems driving at all. However, I noticed another group of Japanese tourists seemed to be lagging behind and eventually disappeared from view. Make sure to press the accelerator firmly.

I made a reservation about two months ago for three family members, and it cost just over 50,000 yen, but when I checked right before our visit, it had gone up to around 70,000 yen, so it's best to book early.

We received pink masks to wear around our necks and mouths.

周囲から良い良いと言われていたクワロアランチ。本当は馬で回りたかったのですが7歳の子供は年齢制限で無理でしたのでバギーを夫婦で交互に運転しながら子供を乗せましたがとても楽しめました。

私は運転免許Atでペーパーですが全く問題無く運転できましたが、日本人の別の組の車は非常に遅れて見えなくなってました。
アクセルはしっかり踏みましょう。

2ヶ月前程に予約し家族3人で5万円強でしたが、直前に見ると7万円程になってましたので、早めに予約しましょう。

首と口に巻くピンクのマスクは貰えました。

I had a great time talking with the guides. The location descriptions were easy to understand, and even though it was in English, I was able to comprehend it using a translation app on my smartphone. The views were from places I had never seen before, so it was nice to discover new things in addition to familiar spots. The road was bumpy, so I had to be careful, but I enjoyed the downhill ride. The weather was also great, which made it perfect!

ガイドの人達との会話は楽しかったです。
ロケーションの説明も分かりやすく、
英語でしたが、スマホの翻訳アプリ使って理解出来ました。
見たことない所からの景色だったので、
よく行く場所とか、新しい発見もあり観れてよかったです。
道がデコボコしてるので、そこは注意してダウンヒル楽しみました。
天気も良く最高でした！