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Best experience EVER!!!! The music was amazing, the drinks were good, and the boat was spacious!

Our guide was prompt, courteous, and highly accommodating.

Check-in starts at 8:30 at the desk located just before the pier. Three cheerful female crew members operate the boat. Shortly after departure, we were welcomed by a whale. After a round trip towards Diamond Head, we took a break around Turtle Canyon, where we could see a few turtles. It was about an hour of sailing while quenching our thirst with soft drinks. There's nothing particularly special, but for this price, I was very satisfied.

8時半から桟橋手前にひとり座っているデスクでチェックイン。
女性3人のクルーが元気良く操船してくれる。
出航早々クジラのお出迎え。ダイアモンドヘッド方面往復後、タートルキャニオン周りでひと休み。少しカメも見られる。
ソフトドリンクで喉を潤しながら小一時間のセーリングでした。
特殊なことは何もないけどこの値段なら大満足。

My friend couldn't make it, so I participated in this tour alone. I wasn't very good at English, but I really wanted to ride a horse, so I went from the city to Kualoa Ranch by myself. It was quite difficult to find the horse riding area, and I was really anxious being in a small hut where no one was around, but it turned out I was in the right place. The staff helped me find a helmet that fit my head and instructed me to watch a video about safety precautions. After that, as more people started to gather, I got on the horse. It was my first time riding, and it was really difficult to handle. Most of the others were families, and I didn't see many groups of friends in their 20s. I struggled to ride well, and it was embarrassing to be alone and squeal, so I rode feeling quite shy. After that, the two-hour tour began. The horse was free-spirited and would suddenly stop to urinate, and some of us, including me, had trouble moving forward or getting separated from the group, which was tough. I definitely should have gone for just one hour. My backside was so painful... I was 21, but it was exhausting, haha. Next time, I will definitely join for one hour with friends.

友人が行けなくなってしまい、このツアーには1人で参加しました。あまり英語も出来なかったのですがどうしても馬には乗りたかったので、1人で市内からクアロアランチまで行きました。馬の乗り場まではとても分かりずらく、誰もいない小屋みたいなところでここであってるのかずっと不安だったのですが、どうやら合っていたみたいです。スタッフの方に自分の頭に合うヘルメットと今から注意事項などの映像を見せると指示をされ、そちらを終えてから人が少しずつ集まってきたところで馬に乗りました。初めて馬に乗ったので本当に扱いが難しかったです。周りは家族連れが多く、20代のお友達同士というものはあまり見かけませんでした。とにかく上手く乗れず1人でキャーキャー言うのも恥ずかしいので、色々と恥ずかしいまま乗りました。その後は2時間のツアーが始まります。馬は自由で急におしっこで止まりますし、私も含め何人か融通が効かず進んでくれなかったり仲間とはぐれようとしたり、大変でした。絶対に1時間で良かったです。おしりがとにかく痛くて痛くて、、。21歳でしたが、しんどかったです笑次は必ずお友達と1時間の方で参加します。

We did enjoy the tour but I felt like we missed out a little as we were sat on the right side and all the good views were to the left and when we paused to look at a view, I wasn’t able to capture any good photos because it was just everyone else on the left side of the bus with their cameras out. Just wish I knew before getting on and I would’ve sat on the left side that’s all. Otherwise it was really good, wish it lasted longer and the driver/guide was funny and informative

It was a great trip the crew was amazing the music was great the floating dock was nice my wife liked that the volleyball was super fun the snorkeling my kids loved .

The crew was nice. The cost was to include 3 Mai Tais. Whatever they served us was not Mai Tais. They didn’t look or taste like Mai Tais, no juices or dark rum.
We had fun but they need to improve the drinks and actually provide Mai Tais not something they concocted with white rum
And ginger ale. What we got was not what we paid for.

We had a wonderful time in Hanauma Bay with our awesome guide, who was knowledgeable and patient. Transportation was very convenient and comfortable. We would highly recommend!

I asked the driver about the QR code for the VIP booklet, but he didn't have it. I was told that it could be obtained at the information center in Waikele. It didn't seem like he had forgotten it.

In the end, I obtained it myself at the information center. It took about 10 minutes as a time loss.

Therefore, I think it would be good to implement the following measures in the future.
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Necessary Information
【How to Obtain the Waikele VIP Booklet】
Please obtain the QR code from the driver when boarding the bus. The driver has a laminated version of the QR code, which you will need to scan.

VIPブックレットのQRコードについて、ドライバーさんに聞いたところ持っておらず、ワイケレのinformationで入手できると言われました。忘れてきた様子でもなかったです。
結局自分でinformationで入手しました。時間ロスにして10分程度でした。

ですので、以下の記載についての今後の対策をされた方がよろしいかと思います。
↓
必要事項
【ワイケレVIPブックレット入手方法】
バス乗車の際に運転手よりQRコードを入手してください。運転手がQRコードをラミネート加工されたものを持参しておりますので、そちらをスキャンしていただく形となります。

Due to bad weather, the flight was postponed once and rescheduled for the next morning. Thank you very much. The Japanese staff were very kind. Although the instructor couldn't speak Japanese, they actively communicated with us.

The aircraft I boarded was a 172P, and the pre-flight inspection and taxiing took about 15 minutes, with the actual flight lasting 31 minutes and taxiing after landing taking about 10 minutes.

During the 31-minute flight, there was about 10 minutes of hands-on flying experience. Even when I wasn't holding the controls, the instructor explained various things, which was very educational.

One personal disappointment was that although it was a "60-minute plan," the actual flight time was only about 30 minutes. I was a bit disappointed as I was expecting a full 60-minute flight.

悪天候により一度延期になり、次の日の朝に調整していただきました。ありがとうございます。
日本人スタッフの皆さんはとても優しかったです。インストラクターの方は日本語はできませんが、とても積極的にコミュニケーションをとってくれます。

私が搭乗した機材は172Pで、
離陸前点検とタキシングに15分、実飛行が31分、着陸後のタキシングに10分程度でした。

31分の飛行のうち、10分程度の操縦体験ができます。
操縦桿を握っていない時にもインストラクターさんがいろんなことについて説明してくれるのでとても勉強になりました。
個人的に残念だったところとしては、「60分プラン」なのに実飛行時間は30分程度しかありません。
60分の飛行を期待していたので少しがっかりでした。

Hello everybody,

Let me share our experience (honeymooners) on the 5 Stars Course of that Dinner Cruise with you.

In terms of hospitality, starting from the pick-up crew, to the captains and waitress (many thanks to lovely Jordan), it was just great.

We had an super easy pick up with a bus, where everyone received a sticker depending on the course they’ve booked and then took around 15-30 minutes to get the harbor.

Everyone had a warm welcome with local dance and music in front of the boat while boarding. Once we have taken our seats, we were welcomed with nice champagne and some cheese and ham plate with crackers.

In terms of the food in that day, it was simply amazing and tasty. ESPECIALLY the served meat. Whoever cooked that: genius!

Anyhow, besides food and drinks we got the chance to explore the boat between the food breaks. We had an amazing view on Waikiki/Diamond Head/other boats, even though it was cloudy. It was still very enjoyable. And also we had the great luck to see whales! That was the cherry on top.

Well, besides all of that going on, we had live entertainment (pianist, some Saxophon and some singer - all just awesome). They’ll also take a picture of you, so for 30$ you can purchase them.
In the end, everyone with some special occasion was asked to dance in the middle of the room, which was pretty romantic.


Overall, it was really worth it.

Minus points for:
- photo only available as data file for another 20$ (why?!)
- pretty chilly inside the boat (but guess this depends on the season)


Overall, just great! Would love to board once more in the future.
Thanks everyone!

The Japanese staff were kind and reassuring. The tour was in English, and I didn't understand half of it (laughs), but they really tried hard to make it enjoyable! They took photos and videos at key points. My family had our beginner driver daughter behind the wheel, but there were no problems at all. Climbing hills, going downhill, and crossing streams were all very exciting, and we made great memories. Thank you.

日本スタッフもいて親切安心でした。ツアーは英語ガイドで半分も理解できませんでしたが（笑）、楽しませようと本当に一生懸命！要所要所で写真やビデオも撮ってくれました。うちの家族は初心者ドライバーの娘が運転しましたが全く問題無し。登り坂、下り坂、小川の突破など、とてもエキサイティングで、いい思い出が出来ました。ありがとう。

We were a group of 11, and everyone voted this the best activity of our time in Waikiki.
Book early in your trip, as we were rescheduled due to the weather, to ensure that we had the best experience and visibility.
Boarding from Waikiki Beach is so convenient and meant we didn't have to spend time and money getting to the harbour.
Crew were great fun and helped to guide the group to turtle sightings.
Drinks are included!

Definitely a beautiful hike (workout) lol love the scenery. Just wish waterfall was bigger but amazing

The tour with Dan and Chieko, who are well-versed in Hanauma Bay, was fantastic. They guided us through a great course that matched the day's sea conditions. Even as someone who isn't confident in swimming, I received kind support and was able to enjoy it safely. The bay's conditions were good, and I was able to see many beautiful fish and sea turtles! I definitely want to participate again when I visit Oahu!

ハナウマ湾を熟知されたDanさんとちえこさんのツアー。その日の海のコンディションに合わせて良いコースを泳いでいただきました。泳ぎに自信のない私でも親切にサポートしていただき、安全に楽しむことができました。湾のコンディションも良く、たくさんの綺麗な魚やウミガメをみることが出来ました！またオアフ島に行った際は是非参加したいです！

It's an absolutely stunning view! The sea and mountains are very beautiful. The guide speaks only English, but it's totally fine if you can't speak it.

You can also switch drivers. You'll get covered in sand, so wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

とにかく大絶景です！海、山がとても綺麗。ガイドは英語のみですが話せなくても全然大丈夫です。

運転手も交代できます。
砂まみれになるので服は汚れても良いので行くべき。

The weather was a bit uncertain, but it didn't rain, and the scenery was great, making it the best experience. I don't think you can ride a horse for two hours like this in Japan.

天候がびみょうでしたが、雨もふらず、景色もよく最高でした。2時間も馬に乗れるなんて
日本ではなかなか無いとおもいます。

It was an unfortunate day with light rain and cloudy skies, a bit chilly, but the sea was very calm, and the instructors were very kind, making it a fun experience! They taught us various things, including where to find sea turtles, and we were able to see them up close!

あいにくの天候で小雨に曇り少し肌寒い日でしたが、海はとても穏やかでインストラクターの方々もとても親切で楽しく過ごせましたー！
ウミガメもどこにいるかなど色々教えてくださってちゃんと近くでみれました！

I never tried scuba diving and I can't swim well so I was worried but the scuba diving team was amazing.
They were very attentive and helped each diver in the group to ensure we had a great time in the water. The lagoon is in the city very close to Waikiki Beach but not crowded. It is a beautiful and quiet place. It felt very safe.
We saw corals and many different fish and we got a few short videos of the experience as part of the tour.
If you are looking for a safe introduction to scuba diving this guided diving tour is definitely a great choice.

I had a great time snorkelling in Honolulu.
I can't swim but thanks to Scott I managed to enjoy the experience.
The Magic Island Lagoon is a safe and beautiful place.
I really enjoyed the activity.

In February, the beach was completely submerged with about 30 cm of seawater, but the clarity of the ocean was impressive. The staff was friendly, and there were Japanese guides available, which was reassuring. The snorkeling experience with the coral reefs was also quite worthwhile. Sea turtles were swimming nearby as well. Since February is the rainy season, it can be chilly in short sleeves, so please bring something to wear over it.

2月でしたので完全に砂浜が完全に露出せず30cm位海水がありましたが、海の透明度は感激でした。スタッフもフレンドリーで日本語ガイドもあるので安心です。
シュノーケルでのサンゴ礁ウッチも見応えあります。
ウミガメも普通に近くを泳いでますよ。
2月は雨期で半袖だと寒いので、上に羽織るものを持参して下さい。

I had a great time. Since my feet were on the bottom of the water, I was able to challenge myself with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). I also enjoyed snorkeling. I felt safe following along because I had a guide for snorkeling. I was also taken care of by a Japanese captain.

楽しかったです。雨の底に足がついたのでSUPにもチャレンジできました。シュノーケルも楽しみました。シュノーケルも先導したもらったので安心してついて行けました。日本人キャプテンにもお世話になりました。

Over 50 years old, and my first skydiving experience!
It was a group trip, but I participated alone with transportation included.
I had seen various posts, so everything went smoothly from pickup to check-in, the dive, and back to the hotel.

Before jumping out of the Cessna, I was nervous and my legs were shaking, but once I was in the air, it was truly amazing.
It felt less like falling and more like floating. As I broke through the clouds and the parachute opened, I was completely captivated by the beauty of the Hawaiian scenery.
I was so excited that I couldn't stop shouting, feeling overwhelmed with emotion.
The instructor was a nice guy who kept the energy up, making the experience even more enjoyable.

Initially, I had booked without a video, but I decided I wanted to have a record of it and purchased one on-site.
The price was high, but I was very satisfied.

I thought it might be my last chance to try this, but if I have the opportunity again, I definitely want to jump again.

50歳を超え、初のスカイダイビング！
団体旅行でしたが送迎付きで一人で参加しました。
色々投稿を見ていたので当日もピックアップから
チェックイン、ダイブ、帰りのホテルまでスムーズ
に参加出来ました。

セスナから飛び出す前はビビッて足がガクガク
してましたが、飛んでからは本当に最高の一言
でした。
本当に落ちるというより、浮いていると言った
感覚です。雲を抜けてパラシュートが開くと
ハワイの光景の美しさにも完全に魅了されました。
年甲斐もなくひたすら感激で叫び続けてました。
感動で心が震えました。
インストラクターの方はナイスガイで、ずっと
盛り上げてくれ、楽しさが倍増されます。

最初、ビデオ無しで予約してましたが、やっぱり
記録に残しておきたく、現地で追加購入しました。
料金は高いですが大満足です。

人生最後と思ってトライしましたが、また機会が
あれば必ず飛びたいと思います。

A bus will pick you up to Honolulu.
I enjoyed snorkeling, SUP, and kayaking for about two hours.
There were Japanese staff members, and the local staff spoke Japanese as well. They were cheerful people, so you can relax and have fun!

ホノルルまでバスの迎えが来てくれます。
シュノーケルやSUP、カヤックを2時間程度堪能しました。
日本人スタッフもいましたし、現地スタッフも日本語が話せて、陽気な人たちなので、安心して楽しめます！

It was a bit disappointing that there was only an English guide, but I enjoyed the scenery, so it was good. The check-in was smooth, and I'm glad I made a reservation for the tour.

英語ガイドしか無いのが少し残念でしたが、景色も楽しめて良かったです。受付もスムーズに出来て、予約(ツアー参加)しておいて良かったです。

The guide, who was fluent in Japanese, was very enjoyable and seemed like part of the boat crew. After spending plenty of time snorkeling, we were able to fully enjoy stand-up paddleboarding. It was my first challenge, but I was able to stand up. The weather was also perfect, making it a fun activity.

日本語が堪能なガイドさん(女性)が船のクルーにみえて非常に楽しかったです。シュノーケリングにたっぷり時間を割いて頂いたのちsupを十分に楽しむ事ができました。初めての挑戦でしたが立ち上がる事ができました。天気も最高に良く楽しいアクティビティとなりました。

This activity is so much fun! Round trip it took about 2 hours from getting on to getting off the boat, so it's perfect if you're looking for a quick boat ride while in Waikiki. The fireworks show were great and the perfect start or ending to a Friday night. The crew we had was amazing - very quick bar service, very stiff drinks, and they were the most helpful and fun! You can tell I was having a good time by the attached photo lol. FYI you will get a bit wet if you choose to sit on the catamaran's net seating at the front, but the boat is very comfortable and everyone had a good view from anywhere they were seated while the fireworks were going on. Also FYI they don't let the sails down during this night boat trip. Definitely recommend for just an easygoing and cool experience.

I purchased the Rock-A-Hula Luau Dinner with Green Room VIP Package as part of an early Valentines trip to the Island of Oahu. We are a couple who have been to each of the main Hawaiian Islands and look for unique experiences each place we travel. We have participated in other Luau's in Hawaii and similar other events in other places we have traveled. Upon arrival we were greeted with flower lei's. Then had Champagne and appetizers in the Green Room which had furnishings from Elvis's home. Cameron the manager who gave us the tour was very informative and could tell he had a passion for the production and the crew. The entire staff was very friendly and welcoming and during dinner came around and performed various songs, dances, and even did a "Hula Lesson" for anyone who wanted to participate. The food and drinks were very good as well. Following Dinner we went back to the main theatre for the show which was a good blend of history and entertainment. We appreciated the screens showing the history and how it coordinated with the entertainment on stage. Overall the Green room/Backstage tour experience was very good and we are glad to have opted for this option but also would recommend just the dinner and show experience.

We had a very large group of all ages and swim levels and everyone had such a great time! The crew was so nice and helpful. We would definitely go again.

The staff & crew aboard boat were amazing! All the good vibes & energy were there from the moment we walked up to departure. Drinks were flowing, DJ was playing great tunes, opportunity for amazing photos & videos, and ability to take advantage of all parts of the boat. There were other boats full of people looking at ours that were jealous because of how much fun we all were having!! Highly recommend & would book again when we travel back to Hawaii….10/10!!!!!