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There are tours available at 7:30 or 11:00, and we participated in the 7:30 tour. The 11:00 departure is more popular. The reason for its popularity is that local shops open after 10:00. However, if you go at 7:30, many shops are still closed, but there are fewer people, making it comfortable to explore. If you enjoy leisurely visiting shops, I recommend this option.

７時半もしくは１１時のツアーがあり、自分たちは７時半に参加しました。
１１時出発のほうが人気です。
人気の理由は、現地のお店が１０時過ぎからオープンするためです。
ただ、７時半に行く場合は、開店前のお店が多いですが、その分人も少なく
散策が快適でした。
のんびりしつつお店を巡るのが好きな方はおすすめです。

My outrigger canoe surfing was a blast! My rowing crew was great...friendly and fun! Photographer on the surfboard capturing my adventure was a nice touch!

The theater is more compact than those in Las Vegas, and the distance to the performers is very close. As a result, I had a powerful and moving experience.

ラスベガスの劇場よりも劇場がコンパクトで演者との距離が非常に近いです
そのため大迫力で感動的な体験ができました

I was thrilled to see a pod of dolphins that I thought I wouldn't be able to see! My husband and child had a great time sailing, but unfortunately, I forgot to take my motion sickness medication and ended up feeling seasick. Up until that point, everything was wonderful!

見れないと思ってたいたイルカの群れが見れて最高でした！
夫と子供は気持ちよくいいセーリングでしたが、妻は酔い止めの服用を忘れてしまい船酔いしてしまったのが残念でしたが、それまではよかったです！

I've always thought that I wanted to try skydiving at least once in my life, but I was scared. In the end, I went for it and it was so much fun!!! Just thinking about the moment I jumped still makes me shiver, but once I was falling, it was enjoyable, and I got to see so many beautiful views. Also, I feel like I became stronger from the experience, haha. I don't think I'll regret jumping! It's definitely a memory to cherish from Hawaii ♡

人生で1回はスカイダイビングしてみたいけど怖い、とずっと思っていましたが、結局飛んでめっちゃ楽しかったです！！！
降りる瞬間のことは今思い出しただけでも震えますが、落ちてからは楽しくて、景色もいっぱい見れました。あとなんか、飛んだことで強くなった気がします笑　飛んで後悔はないと思います！ハワイの思い出にぜひ♡

I felt at ease driving while being guided. The detailed explanations about the Dole Plantation and North Shore made for a very enjoyable day!

ガイドしながら運転も安心できました。Doleプランテーションやノースショアも詳しく説明してくれてとても楽しい一日になりました！

This time, I went to Dole and Haleiwa for the first time. Since I didn't have a rental car, I signed up for a tour with Japanese language support.

Our driver, Cindy, first took us to take pictures at the King Kamehameha statue and provided various explanations. Next, we rode the train at Dole, which ran comfortably through the plantation. The pineapple soft serve was exquisite. Finally, we went to Haleiwa. When I told the driver that I wanted to eat garlic shrimp, she kindly guided us to a restaurant and even ordered for us since we couldn't speak English. It was such a relief, and we were able to fully enjoy and have fun. After eating, we enjoyed shopping and looking at the beautiful ocean, which was a lot of fun.

Next time, I would like to take a bit more time to enjoy it. Thank you very much.

As souvenirs, I also received pineapple banana cake, water, and mint candies.

今回、初めてドールとハレイワに行きました。レンタカーがないので、日本語サポート付きのツアーで申し込みしました。
Cindyさんというドライバーの方で、まずカメハメハ像で写真を撮って頂き、色々説明もしてくれました。次にドールで汽車にのりプランステーションの中を気持ちよく走りました。パイナップルソフトクリームが絶品でした。最後は、ハレイワに行きました。ガーリックシュリンプを食べたいとドライバーさんに伝えるとお店を案内してくれて、英語が話せない私達に代わり注文をしてくれたり、とても親切だったので本当に安心して堪能して、楽しむ事が出来ました。食べた後は、ショッピングしたり綺麗な海をみたり楽しかったです。
次回は、もう少し時間をかけて楽しみたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。
お土産に、パイナップルバナナケーキやお水やミントの飴も頂きました。

You can experience it if you can give simple instructions to the horse. It was a very valuable experience. However, in the sample photos of the experience, it looks like you could go deeper, but in reality, you only go around a large rock.

簡単な馬への指示ができれば体験可能です。
とっても貴重な経験でした。
ただ、体験見本の写真ではもっと奥深くまで行けそうな感じですが、実際は大きな岩を一周するだけでした。

Lani Lea Sky is the best company. Both the ground staff and the pilots are kind and have no complaints. The views from the sky, including Diamond Head, are breathtaking, and I was moved by the beautiful rainbows seen from above. It was amazing to see the filming locations of Jurassic Park from the air. I want to fly again. I think I might become addicted to it.

lani Lea Skyは最高の会社です。地上のスタッフもパイロットも親切で言う事無しです。ダイヤモンドヘッドをはじめ、空から見る景色は絶景で、また空から見る虹は美しく感動しました。ジェラシックパークの撮影場所空から見る事が出来て最高でした。また、飛んでみたいと思います。やみつきになりそうです。

I have visited Kualoa Ranch many times, and I usually only did horseback riding, but due to the weak yen, I made a reservation for this experience this time. I was surprised to find such a place within Kualoa Ranch. However, the lunch was not good, and wild birds came to the dining area, making it very difficult to eat slowly. I wonder if it was hygienic? As for the afternoon cruise, it was very refreshing, but it was different from what I had expected, and I felt scared due to the strong winds. The explanations were in English, so I couldn't understand the content at all.

クアロアランチには何度も来ていて、いつもは乗馬だけでしたが、円安の状況で今回の内容で予約をしました。クアロアランチ内にあんな場所かあったとは驚きでした。ただランチの内容は良くなかったし、食事の場所に野鳥が来てとてもゆっくり食べれませんでした。衛生的にも良くないかと？午後からのクルーズですが、思っていたクルーズとは違いとても新鮮でしたが、強風にあおられて恐怖を感じました。英語でのでの説明でしたので内容も全く分かりませんでした。

We are a couple who are not good at mountain climbing, but the Diamond Bed is different. We both felt it was worth climbing. While experiencing various histories, the view from the summit is exceptional. Also, the driver who provided the transportation was very kind and truly a wonderful person.

山登りが苦手な夫婦です。ダイヤモンドベッドだけは違います。登る価値があると夫婦で感じました。色んな歴史に触れながら、頂上の風景は格別です。
それと、送迎をしてくださったドライバーさんがとても親切で本当に良い方でした。

Great fun, atv easy to drive, scenery gorgeous , tour guides great, interacted with guests, took pictures for us, great personalities lots of photo opts. Highly recommend

I was nervous until I joined, but the video explanation in Japanese and having instructors at the front and back made me feel at ease. It was a bit funny that everyone was called by their horse's name during the ride. The horses were well-trained and followed the horse in front without breaking the line, so I didn't have to worry much about handling the reins. After about the first five minutes, my tension eased, and I was able to enjoy the magnificent scenery. It was an extraordinary experience, like stepping into a movie. Thank you for the wonderful program; I would love to participate again!

参加するまでは緊張していたのですが、日本語でのビデオ説明や、先頭と一番後方にインストラクターが付いてくれるので安心できました。乗馬中はお馬さんの名前で皆さん呼ばれていたのがちょっと面白かったです。お馬さんもよく調教されていて、決して列を乱すことなく前を歩くお馬さんの後に勝手に付いて行ってくれたので、心配していた綱捌きが必要な場面はあまりありませんでした。最初の５分程度で緊張感もほどけて、あとは雄大な景色を満喫。映画の中に入り込んだような非日常の体験を得られました。素敵なプログラムをありがとうございました、また参加したいです！

I was healed by the vast nature and the cuteness of the horses. The staff accompanying the horseback riding tour spoke the necessary Japanese, making the instructions easy to understand. After arriving, I had some time before check-in, so I brought breakfast and ate it. The driver was very talkative in the car early in the morning, which was a bit annoying.

広大な自然と、馬のかわいさに癒された。乗馬ツアーの同行スタッフは必要な日本語が話せるため、なんの指示か分かりやすい。到着後、チェックインまで時間があるので朝ごはんを持って行って食べた。ドライバーは早朝なのに車の中でずっとしゃべりっぱなしでうるさかった。

On the day I arrived in Honolulu, the weather was bad and cold the next day, and I ended up catching a cold. I thought it would be impossible to go into the ocean in such cold weather, so I immediately contacted the tour company. However, they told me that since it was just three days prior, there would be a 100% cancellation fee. Reluctantly, I went anyway, but it was very cold, and I ended up just waiting inside the boat for my companions. Many other people also didn't go into the ocean because of the cold, so I really think this tour should be avoided depending on the season. No matter the reason, having a 100% cancellation fee three days before is quite harsh.

今回ホノルル到着日、翌日とお天気悪く寒くて風邪をひいてしまいました。
これでは寒い中海に入るのは無理と思い、直ぐにツアー会社に連絡をしましたが、丁度3日前でキャンセル料が100%かかると言われ、仕方なく無理して行きましたが、とても寒くやはり船の中で連れを待っているだけで終わってしまいました。
他にもたくさんの人が寒くて海には入っていなかったので、
このツアーは時期によってはやめた方がいいとつくづく思いました。
どんな理由でも、キャンセル料が3日前で100%と言うのもかなりきついです。

This was my first time in Haleiwa Town. Unlike Honolulu, it has a calm atmosphere with cute shops scattered around, making it easy and fun to explore.

I participated in the shuttle that departed at 7 AM. While popular shops open at 10 or 11 AM, there are some that open early, so I thoroughly enjoyed the 5 hours of free time. The driver was punctual, and I was able to enjoy the exclusive mini tour offered by Veltra.

ハレイワタウンは初めて。ホノルル と違って落ち着いた雰囲気の中にかわいいお店が点在していて、周りやすいし楽しい。

送迎は7時台出発に参加した。人気のお店が10時か、11時オープンだが、朝からやっているお店もあるので、5時間のフリータイムは大満喫。ドライバーも時間通りで、ベルトラ 限定のミニツアーも楽しめた。

We had a great time taking a shuttle up to the ranch and going on the Hollywood Movie Sites 90-minute tour. Our shuttle driver/tour guide was awesome and we loved the T-Rex photo he took for us. We had an awesome lunch while we waited to return to Waikiki, including a fantastic Dole Whip shake.

The entertainment was top-notch and the food was delicious. I loved the different portions of entertainment that were designed around the various cultures that came together through history to make Hawaii what it is today. It was exactly the kind of experience and education I was hoping for.

Our tour bus did get stuck in some traffic and was slower due to picking up guests from multiple locations, and while I felt like that luau did their best to hold off on the main event (dinner and show) until we arrived (which I greatly appreciated), we did miss out on getting the full experience listed on the events description (i.e. "Interact up close and personal with your Pacific Island hosts with Hawaiian crafts, hula lessons, coconut husking, fire making, weaving, tattooing, and more. ") So if those activities are important to you, you might want to consider booking private transportation to the luau instead of taking the group shuttle option to make sure you arrive in plenty of time to get the full experience.

I participated in a dolphin watching and snorkeling tour. Overall, the atmosphere was very pleasant, and the views of the sea and mountains were beautiful, which really lifted my spirits during the trip. Although I couldn't swim with the dolphins this time, I was lucky to see them up close, and it was said that encountering two different species of dolphins is quite rare (about once in ten times). The sight of the dolphins surfing on the waves created by the boat was also impressive.

During snorkeling, I was able to see many sea turtles and schools of fish, which made me very satisfied. The underwater world was more lively than I had imagined, and time flew by. The sandwiches for lunch and the potato chips for snacks were delicious and added a nice touch to the experience.

Among the participants, we were the only Japanese, but Ken provided interpretation and support, making the trivia and explanations easy to understand, which allowed us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.

One point to note is that the air conditioning on the bus was quite strong, making it very cold, and I noticed several people around me wrapped in beach towels. I also used a beach towel to keep warm, so I think having something to wear would be reassuring. Additionally, after coming out of the water, I felt quite cold, so a jacket is essential. It was mentioned that the boat can sway quite a bit on certain days, so having motion sickness medication ready would also be a good idea.

Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable tour.

イルカウォッチング＆シュノーケルに参加しました。全体的に雰囲気がとてもよく、海と山の眺めもきれいで、移動中から気分が上がりました。今回はイルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでしたが、船のすぐ近くでイルカを見ることができ、さらに2種類のイルカに出会えたのはとてもラッキーだったそうです（見られるのは10回に1回くらいとのこと）。イルカが船の波で楽しそうにサーフィンしている姿も印象的でした。

シュノーケリングでは、たくさんの海亀や魚の大群を見ることができて大満足。海の中は想像以上ににぎやかで、時間があっという間に感じました。ランチのサンドイッチやおやつのポテトチップスも美味しく、ちょっとした楽しみになりました。

参加者の中で日本人は私たちだけでしたが、Kenさんが通訳やフォローをしてくれて、豆知識や説明も分かりやすく、安心して楽しむことができました。

一点だけ、行きのバスがかなり冷房が効いていてとても寒く、周りでもバスタオルをかぶっている人が何人かいました。私もバスタオルで寒さをしのいだので、羽織れるものがあると安心だと思います。また、海から上がった後もかなり体が冷えるので上着は必須です。日によっては揺れが強いこともあるそうなので、酔い止めも用意しておくと安心だと思います。

全体として、とても楽しく思い出に残るツアーでした。

I participated with my 85-year-old mother and daughter, making it a three-generation family outing. The seawater at the sandbar was unexpectedly cold, and my mother decided to wait on the boat instead of going in. However, thanks to the very attentive staff's support, she was able to enter the water, and we had a wonderful experience riding on a SUP together.

Surrounded by magnificent scenery, we spent meaningful time in the crystal-clear sea, and I am very satisfied with the experience. It has become a great memory for us. There was also a live performance on the boat heading to the sandbar, and listening to music while enjoying the breathtaking views was the best feeling.

One issue I encountered was that I wished the meeting point had been indicated with a map in the email. The email stated that the meeting point was Kalakaua Avenue, but in reality, it was Paoakalani Avenue. When the bus didn’t arrive on time, I tried to check the email for confirmation, but I couldn’t access it without logging in. Since I was in a hurry, it took me a while to find my ID and password, which was quite troublesome. I managed to call and get assistance, so I was able to catch the bus, but I was a bit late and ended up inconveniencing those who were already on board.

85歳の母と娘と３世代家族で参加しました。サンドバーの海水が予想外に冷たく、母は海に入ることを諦め船で待っていましたが、とても親身なスタッフのサポートのおかげで海に入ることができ、娘とSUPに乗ったりと素晴らしい体験ができました。
壮大な景色に包まれ、透き通る海の中で有意義な時間を過ごすことができとても満足しています。とても良い思い出になりました。
サンドバーに向かうまでの船の中でもライブパフォーマンスがあり音楽を聴きながら絶景を見れ最高な気分でした。

一つ困ったことと言えば、待ち合わせ場所をメール内で地図等で示して欲しかったです。送られてきたメールには待ち合わせ場所はKalakaua Avenueと書かれていましたが、実際はパオアカラニ アベニューでした。時間になってもバスが来なかったので送られて来ていたメールで確認しようとしたら、ログインしないと確認できず、急いでいたのでIDやパスワードを調べるのに時間かかって大変困りました。電話をかけ対応していただけたので何とかバスに乗れましたが、少し遅れてしまい既にバスに乗車していた方々に迷惑をかけてしまいました。

I was really looking forward to snorkeling at Hanauma since it had the highest ratings, but I found that other places in Hawaii had more abundant fish and coral. The weather was sunny, and there was a bit of wind, but the visibility was only about 3 meters, and the coral close to the beach was almost dead. I thought, "Well, if tourists come here every day, this is what happens." I apologize for my honest opinion, but the water in Izu, Japan, is much clearer.

ハナウマが1番評価高かったので、シュノーケリング楽しみにしてましたが、同じハワイの他の場所の方が魚やサンゴが豊富でした。
天気も晴れて、少し風はあったのですが、3Mも視界はなくて、サンゴも砂浜から近い場所はほぼ死んでいたので「そりゃ、観光客がこんな毎日来たらこうなるよな」と思いました。
正直な感想でごめんなさい。日本の伊豆の海の方が全然透明度高いです。

I had a great trip to the North Shore with my shuttle driver. He picked me up first and then two couples from neighboring hotels. He did a great job explaining the different areas in Haleiwa to the whole shuttle and then dropped the two couples off near the beach. We then proceeded to Waimea Valley where I had a great time hiking to the falls, exploring the botanical gardens, and learning about the Hawaiian culture. I finished early and so he was good with dropping me in Haleiwa early which allowed me to explore the area a little more. Great driver who makes his own shuttle music. Drove us safely in the rain. I would totally take this shuttle again. He is most respectful and is bilingual in English and Japanese.

It was my first time on a boat, and I was very excited to see so many fish. I also loved the photos (keychain) that were taken, and even after returning home, I attached it to my bag and occasionally take a peek at it♪

はじめての船、たくさんのお魚に大興奮でした。撮って頂いた写真（キーホルダー）も気に入って、帰国後もカバンに付けて時折覗き込んでいます♪

We did the 2 hour UTV tour with a family of four. This was our favorite thing we did. Get a little bit of movie history, a lot of nature, and some light thrills. Ben was our guide and was amazing. He mad the experience so fun and memorable. We had some intermittent rain on our day and it was still amazing. I could not recommend this place more.

On the first night after arriving in Hawaii, of course, when you think of Hawaii, you think of hula dancing. The singer's vocal ability and the dancers' amazing performances were truly moving. Beyond the songs and performances, I was astonished by the quick costume changes and reappearances—this is what Hawaii is all about! After that, I saw an impersonation show featuring Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson. While their appearances were remarkably similar, I was also impressed by both of their singing and dancing abilities. I definitely want to invite friends to join me the next time I visit Hawaii. Thank you!

ハワイに到着した初日の夜、やはりハワイと言えばフラダンス。そのシンガーの歌唱力、ダンサーの素晴らしい踊り！感動しました。これらの歌、演技もさることながら、次々と着替えて再登場する早技に驚き、これぞハワイ！を実感いたしました。そしてその後にそっくりショーとしてのエルヴィス・プレスリー、マイケル・ジャクソン見た目がそっくりと言う点も素晴らしいのですが、両者の歌唱力ダンス力、これにも感動しました。ぜひまたハワイへ訪れた際には友人を誘ってジョイントしたいと思っています。ありがとうございました。

I climbed Diamond Head for the first time, and it was a great experience. They picked me up early in the morning while it was still dark. They also accommodated my personal requests on the way back.

始めてダイヤモンドヘッドに登ったが良い体験となった
早朝、まだ暗いうちにピックアップ
帰りに個人的なリクエストにもこたえてくれた

Originally, I had a reservation for a different SUP yoga class, but it was canceled three days prior due to reasons from the organizers. I decided on this SUP yoga class, which was in English. The instructor was a muscular adult male. There were only Japanese participants, just us, but that might have been nice in a way because it allowed us to feel the Hawaiian vibe. In a good way, they left us alone, so as someone who tends to get nervous, I was able to experience it in my own way.

本来は別のsupヨガを予約済みでしたが、３日前に急遽催行側の理由によりキャンセルされ、英語でしたがこちらのsupヨガに決めました。
インストラクターさんはムキムキな大人の男性でした。英語が飛び交い、日本人は私たちだけでしたがそれはそれでハワイを感じられて良かったかもしれません。いい意味でほっといてくれたので、緊張しがちな私は好きなように体験できました。

The buffet was efficiently organized. During the meal, we were able to enjoy Hawaiian dance as well. The food was delicious.

The show felt like a true American entertainment experience. There were impersonations of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, and the surrounding dancers were skilled as well.

ビュッフェも手際良く案内してくれました。
食事中もハワイアンダンスを楽しむ事も出来ました。
料理も美味しかったです。

ショーはアメリカらしいエンターテイメントを感じました。
エルビス・プレスリーやマイケル・ジャクソンのモノマネ？も周りのダンサーも上手です。

I was able to see a group of turtles at the rocky area of the North Shore. It was still before noon, and they hadn't come up on the sandy beach yet, but I could see about ten sea turtles coming ashore on the shallow rocks and swimming around. I was expecting higher waves at the North Shore during this season, but they were average. As always, Giovanni's garlic shrimp was exquisite. However, it was very crowded.

ノースショアの岩場でカメの群れを観ることができました、まだ昼まえで砂浜には上がっていませんでしたが、10匹前後のウミガメさんが、浅瀬の岩場に上陸したり、泳いでいるのが見えました。この時期のノースショア、もっと高い波を期待していましたが、普通でした。やはりジョバンニのガーリックシュリンプは絶品でした。ただとても混んでいます。

We participated as a family of three, and instructors Chie and Dan provided a lot of thoughtful care, allowing us to enjoy snorkeling safely and comfortably. Thank you very much. It was great to see a sea turtle as well. The wetsuits had good buoyancy, making it easy to enjoy.

家族３人で参加、インストラクターのちえさん、ダンさん、沢山の気配りをして頂き、安心、安全にシュノーケリングを楽しめました。ありがとうございます。ウミガメにも会えて、良かったです。ウエットスーツは浮力があり、楽でした。