All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Oahu

The magic shows I attended in Hawaii (30 years ago and 10 years ago) were so wonderful that I tried to find and book one, but it seems the magician from back then has retired. This time, I saw a different Japanese magician for the first time, and he was an amazing performer, just as good as the previous ones, allowing me to have a very fulfilling time. It was great to watch up close, and the entertaining talk created a fantastic atmosphere. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't figure out the right timing for when to go to the restroom or order additional drinks. Also, the introduction before the show started and the waiting time after the gathering was quite long. Furthermore, I found it inappropriate to be standing in line while being offered cocktails; it felt rather rude. If possible, drinks should be served at the venue.

これまでハワイに来た時に(30年前、10年前)観たマジックショーがあまりにもすばらしかったので、探して申込もうとしましたが、当時のマジシャンは引退されたようでした。今回初めて異なる日本人マジシャンを観ましたが、まさるとも劣らぬ素晴らしいマジシャンで、とても充実した時間を過ごせました。至近距離で観させて頂いた事、トークが面白く幻想的な雰囲気である事が良かったです。トイレに行きたい時や飲み物の追加注文等の可否のタイミングが良く分からなかったのは残念でした。又、本番が始まるまでの導入部と集合時間以降の待ち時間が長い。又立って並んで待っている時に飲み物のカクテルを飲ませるのは頂けない、寧ろ失礼かと思います。どうせなら飲み物は会場で。

I signed up for a plan that included a buffet. The buffet was plentiful with delicious options like roast beef and fruits, and the atmosphere was wonderfully Hawaiian. There were also lovely shows featuring traditional hula and fire dancing. The music consisted of well-known songs and was performed beautifully, allowing us to enjoy ourselves throughout! I was particularly moved by "My Way." The venue is centrally located, making it very accessible, and I highly recommend it. I would love to go again when I visit Hawaii. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

ビュッフェ付きのプランで申し込みました。ビュッフェはローストビーフやフルーツなど、盛りだくさんでとても美味しく、雰囲気もハワイアンの素敵な雰囲気でした。
また、フラやファイアーダンスなど伝統を感じられる素敵なショーでした。
ミュージックもどれも有名な曲でとても上手で、始終楽しむことができました！マイウェイは特に感動しました。
会場も中心地にあり、行きやすくとてもオススメです。またハワイに行ったら行きたいと思います。素敵な思い出をありがとうございます。

I'm not sure if it was the timing, but it wasn't as shallow as it looked in the photos; however, it was a beautiful sandbar. It was the first time for my whole family to go snorkeling, but thanks to the guide's clear explanations in Japanese and their company while diving, we were able to see many turtles and fish, creating wonderful memories. I definitely want to participate again next time.

時期的に違うのかわかりませんが、写真で見ていたほどの浅瀬ではありませんでしたが、きれいなサンドバーでした。
家族全員が初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、添乗員のわかりやすい日本語の説明や一緒に潜って頂き、沢山の亀や魚を見れ最高の思い出を作れました。
また、次回も是非参加したいです。

We had a wonderful time on this tour. Our guide “D” was very caring of each of the persons on our group. My family enjoyed the entire trip, especially the waterfall.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Veltra Sandbar Ocean Sports and I must say it exceeded my expectations. From the moment I engaged with the staff, I was impressed by their friendliness and the professionalism. Their team not only delivered on its promises but also provided a seamless and user-friendly seevices.

The customer support was exceptional, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction. Any queries I had were promptly addressed.

My overall experience was nothing short of fantastic.

Thank you

Convenient location, friendly crew and family friendly

The mountain side was cloudy, and I was worried about the weather, but it was great that the sea was sunny. The meeting place was at a building with a sign for "Ocean Voyage." We handed our tickets to the staff to check in, took a commemorative photo, and then boarded the bus. The photo was taken by a staff member, and after the tour, the photos were presented, and if you liked one, you could purchase it. Therefore, you cannot refuse the photo session, or you won't be able to board the bus.

In addition to the bus driver, a guide explains in English with jokes and music. We took a ferry across Morii Pond and boarded a catamaran to cruise Kaneohe Bay. Once we got offshore, the waves became larger, and the boat rocked up and down. Depending on the situation, the front of the boat can get splashed by waves, so caution is needed, but it was fun. When we stopped the boat's engine on the way back, sea turtles came close. I was lucky to encounter large turtles four times.

山側は曇っていて天候が心配でしたが、海は晴れて良かったです。
集合場所は「Ocean Voyage」の看板がある建物で行われ、スタッフにチケットを渡して受付を済ませ、記念撮影をしてからバスに乗ります。記念撮影は撮影スタッフが行い、ツアー終了後に写真が提示され、気に入ったら購入するシステムです。そのため、撮影を拒む事はできず、バスに乗れません。
バスの運転手の他にガイドがジョークと音楽を交えて英語で説明します。
モリイ池を渡る渡し船とカネオヘ湾をクルーズする双胴船に乗ります。
沖合に出ると波が大きくなり、船は上下に揺れます。船の前は場合によっては波をかぶって濡れるので注意が必要ですが、楽しいです。
帰りに船のエンジンを止めるとウミガメが寄ってきます。
私は4回も大きなカメに遭遇できてラッキーでした。

Bus driver / guide was awesome. Very professional and cordial. Would do this again

My first time paddle boarding in my life! It was so much fun.
And paddle boarding in Waikiki is so stylish and feels like a dream. I’m definitely coming back next time!

人生で初めてのサップ！楽しかったです。
しかもワイキキでサップなんてオシャレで夢みたい。次回もリピート確定

I had my first experience piloting a Cessna, and I was able to control the plane for almost the entire time except during takeoff and landing, which was so much fun! The accompanying pilot also took photos and videos, and later sent me the data. It was the best experience!

初めてセスナ体験操縦してみましたが、離陸・着陸時以外ほとんどの時間を操縦することができとても楽しかった！
同乗のパイロットが、写真や動画も撮影してくださり、後でデータを送って頂けました。
最高の体験でした！

Natsue and Emi, the Japanese staff, were kind and provided various explanations, which made me feel at ease. The lockers are secure, so there's no need to worry, and they also shared how to enjoy Kailua, allowing me to fully enjoy both the beach and the town within the time I had.

The weather was great, which was lucky, and Kailua is not too crowded, making it comfortable to spend time there. The ocean is beautiful, and the town is cute.

The sea was murky from the rain the day before, so I couldn't see many fish or sea turtles. I felt envious of Natsue, who lives there. If I go to Hawaii again, I want to swim in the beautiful waters of Kailua.

日本人スタッフのなつえさんとえみさんが親切に対応して色々と説明してくださって安心でした、ロッカーには鍵もかかるから心配いらないし、カイルアの楽しみ方も教えてくださったので時間内で海も街も堪能して楽しめました。
お天気もとても良くラッキーだったしカイルアは人が多すぎないから過ごしやすい。海も綺麗で街もかわいい。
海は前日の雨で濁っていてあまりお魚や海亀は見れなかったけど。在住のなつえさんが羨ましいと思いました。
またハワイに行くならきれいなカイルアの海で泳ぎたいです。

It was our first activity in Honolulu. It is located in the mall area, so very easy to get to for most people staying in Waikiki. There are a lot of people, so there is a long line to get the food. But it was well organized and there is enough food provided. The food quality is ok. But the activities (learning the dance) at the buffet were fun.

The show was decent. I like that it was a mix of traditional and modern styles. If you are looking for only a traditional Hawaii type of show, it might not be good for you. But to us, it was a lot of fun to watch.

Overall it was a good experience for our first stop.

The UTV Jurassic adventure was one of the most unique, fun things we’ve ever done. It’s a must do if in Hawaii, don’t let rain deter you, it makes it so much better

I am very satisfied!! It was so much fun that I would like to try ziplining at another location if there is one.

First, it was mentioned that only English-speaking staff would be present, but there was a Japanese staff member at the information desk! After arriving at the site by shuttle bus, they gathered only the Japanese participants and provided an explanation of the facilities (restrooms, lockers, etc.) and handed out the tickets.

There was a waiting area before the zipline check-in, but if you speak up before the time, you will be instructed to sign a consent form (available in Japanese) before waiting. When the time comes, a guide will arrive. The driver provided an explanation about the zipline in English, but it was too fast for me to catch everything. It seems they were explaining various things while we were on the way to the base camp. The scenery alone was enjoyable enough.

After arriving at the base camp, the accompanying staff asked if we were Japanese, and upon answering, they showed us a guidance video in Japanese, so there was no lack of information regarding precautions and how to use the zipline. There were 10 participants (only two of us were Japanese) and 5 staff members. Everyone seemed to understand a little Japanese, so we were able to have enjoyable conversations.

The lockers are free and use a four-digit code. You can bring your mobile phone at your own risk. There were also people with GoPros. There are restrooms available, and you can get water.

After walking up a considerable incline for about 5 minutes from the base camp, you reach the first zipline. For the second and third ziplines, you walk about 20 meters. After finishing the third zipline, there is a water station. The fourth and fifth ziplines require about a 3-minute walk and there is a suspension bridge. I found the suspension bridge scary.

大満足です!!とっても楽しかったので、別の場所でもジップラインがあったらチャレンジしてみたいなと思います。

まず英語スタッフだけと記載がありましたが、インフォメーションに日本人スタッフの方がいらっしゃいました！送迎バスで現地到着後、日本人だけ集めていただき、施設の説明(トイレ、ロッカー等)とチケットの受け渡しをしてくださいました。

ジップラインの受付前には待機場所がありましたが、時間前に声をかけると同意書(日本語あり)にサインをしてから待機するよう指示があります。時間になると迎えがきます。ここで運転手さんから英語でジップラインについて説明があったのですが早くて聞き取れませんでした。車でベースキャンプに向かっている最中も色々なことを説明してくれていたようです。景色だけでも充分たのしめました。

ベースキャンプに到着後、同行するスタッフさんから日本人か聞かれ答えると日本語の案内動画を見せていただいたので注意事項やジップラインのやり方については不足はなかったです。
参加者は10人(日本人は自分たち2人のみ)スタッフは5人。みなさん少しずつ日本語が分かるようで楽しく会話できました。

ロッカーは無料で4桁の番号式です。
携帯は自己責任で持ち込み可能でした。ゴープロを持ち込んでる方もいらっしゃいました。
トイレもあるし、お水もいただけます。

ベースキャンプから結構な上り坂を5分進むと1本目のジップラインがあります。2本目～3本目も20mほど歩きます。3本目が終わると給水ポイントがあります。4本目～5本目が3分ほど歩くのと吊り橋がありました。私は吊り橋が恐かったです。

Honestly, I'm not fluent in English, but fortunately, on the day I participated, there was a Japanese staff member who helped me by explaining the instructor's instructions in Japanese. After that, I communicated with the instructor using simple English and gestures, and I was able to fly safely.

It was a nerve-wracking experience, and I thought that people who do this job are crazy. But looking back now, coming down over the ocean in Hawaii was an amazing experience, and the sea was incredibly beautiful! I want to experience it again.

In November, it was just the rainy season, and there was rain before the flight, plus we had to wait due to the wind, but thanks to that, I was able to see a rainbow from the Cessna.

正直英語がペラペラではないですが、有り難い事に参加した日は日系のスタッフの方がいて、インストラクターの説明内容を日本語で教えていただいて助けていただきました。その後のインストラクターとは簡単な英語とジェスチャーでやり取りをして、無事に飛行できました。
どきどき恐々の経験で、この仕事をしている人はクレージーだなって思いましたが。今となってはハワイの海の上を降りてくるって最高の経験で、海がめちゃくちゃ綺麗でした！また経験したいって思ってます。
11月はちょうど雨季で飛行前は雨が降っていたり、風の影響で待たされたりはしましたが、そのおかげでセスナから虹が見えました。

Superbe journée. Accompagnée de Poe une super guide francophone.
On a adoré les spectacles dans chaque îlr.
Le souper Hawaïen excellent

The water was up to my chest, so it didn't really feel like a sandbar, but I had checked the tide schedule beforehand and knew it wouldn't recede much during the day, so I accepted it. I enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, and all the staff were fun and friendly, which made for a great experience. The music on the boat was also nice. I would love to see a real sandbar, which you can only see a few times a year.

胸あたりまで海水があったのでサンドバーって感じはしなかったですが事前に潮の満ち引きを調べてみたら昼間はそんなに引かないのがわかっていたのでまあ仕方ないという感じでした。
カヤックやサップが楽しめてスタッフさんがみんな楽しくいい方達だったので楽しく参加できました。船の中の音楽も良かったです。
年に何度しか見れない本物のサンドバーをみてみたいです。

I applied a month ago, but I could only get reservations for the meal and the show. Both the meal and the show were great, but I wanted to experience more of Polynesian culture, so please increase the number of daytime attractions.

一カ月前に申し込みしましたが食事とショーしか取れませんでした。
食事もショーも良かったのですが、もっとポリネシアの文化に触れたかったので昼間からのアトラクションの人数を増やして下さい。

Headphones and MP3 pre-download are essential! Since I stayed at Hilton Hawaiian Village, it was great that the meeting place was nearby. It was a valuable experience to go underwater in a submarine.

イヤフォンとmp3の事前ダウンロード必須！
Hilton Hawaiian village宿泊だったので、待ち合わせ場所が近くて良かったです。
潜水艦で海の中へ入る貴重な経験でした

I had a great score with a full set of Stealth clubs from the rental service. The course is flat, with not much water, making it relatively easy. I recommend it for those who want to enjoy resort golf casually. There was a competition held by the Meikyukai of Japanese professional baseball, and I got to meet many famous players.

レンタルクラブがステルスのフルセットで良いスコアが出ました。コースは平坦で水も余り絡まず難易度は低いです。
気軽にリゾートゴルフを楽しみたい方にお勧めです。
日本のプロ野球の名球会のコンペが開催されており名選手にたくさん会えました。

We traveled to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We wanted to see a show that was quintessentially Hawaiian, so we made a reservation on our last day in Hawaii (we were able to book even two days before the event!). On the day of the show, we checked in at the Royal Hawaiian Center Theater, and all the staff were very kind. Their hospitality was outstanding.

At the dining area, someone with a ukulele went around to various tables singing birthday songs and Christmas songs. The buffet had a wide variety of delicious food. After finishing our meal, we moved to the show venue, which had a movie theater-like setup. The show was surprisingly long and absolutely amazing. There were hula dances and famous Hawaiian singers performing Hawaiian songs, and I was so moved by one song that I ended up in tears (laughs).

Then came the fire dance, which was the highlight I was most looking forward to, and it was fantastic—everyone in the venue was excited. If you're unsure, I highly recommend participating if you want to experience something truly Hawaiian. It's worth the price.

夫婦でハネムーンの為ハワイ旅行をしました。
ハワイらしいショーを見たいと行こうとゆうことでハワイ最終日に予約をしました。(参加日二日前でも予約できました！)当日はロイヤルハワイアンセンターシアター前で受付をし、スタッフさんは皆さん優しい。ホスピタリティ精神全開でした。食事するところではまずウクレレを持った方が色々な卓に回って誕生日の歌やクリスマスソングを歌って披露してくれました。ビュッフェもたくさん種類があって美味しかったです。ご飯食べ終わったらしょーの会場に移動。映画館見たいなスタイル。ショーは意外に長くとにかく最高でした。フラダンスやハワイで有名な歌姫などがハワイソングを歌ってくれたりして私は一つの曲で感極まって涙してしまいました
（笑）そこから一番楽しみにしていたファイヤーダンスもハワイらしく最高で会場みんな盛り上がっておりました。とにかく迷っている方は、ハワイらしいことを体験したい方はぜひ参加してみてください。値段の価値あります。おすすめです。

The delicious buffet allowed us to eat until we were full, and it was fun to see hula dancing nearby. Also, since we were seated with other Japanese guests, we could enjoy our meal with peace of mind.

The show after dinner was at the back, but the seating was arranged so that it was easy to see from any seat. The content of the show was also very good.

During this trip, we packed in various tours, so if it weren't for the special offer of a free second ticket for posting our experience, we might have given up on participating due to the regular price. I'm glad we didn't give up and were able to join!

美味しいビュッフェもお腹いっぱいに食べられ、近くでフラも見れて楽しかったです。また、席は日本人で固めてくれていたのか、安心して食事する事ができました。
食事後のショーは、後ろの方でしたが、どの席でも、見やすい座席となっていました。ショーの内容もとてもよかったです。
今回の旅では、他にも色んなツアーを詰め込んでいたため、通常の料金だと、参加は諦めていたかもしれませんが、体験談の投稿で、2人目無料とのことで、今回諦めずに参加するとができました！

The guide only spoke English, but they were very kind and spoke to me in broken Japanese. They were considerate of safety, and I had a great time.

ガイドが英語のみでしたが。とても親切でカタコトの日本語で話しかけてくれたり。
安全に配慮されていてとても楽しかったです

I was surprised at how easy it was to ride a Segway during my first experience.

It felt like I could go anywhere, even to places that seemed a bit far for a walk, just by leaning my weight in the direction I wanted to go.

It's perfect for walking!

In the end, I just followed the guide and covered quite a distance while seeing various sights.

Segways are the best!!!

セグウェイ乗車初体験で、こんなに簡単に乗れるなんて、びっくりしました。

散歩だとチョット遠いなと感じる所へも、その方向へ体重を寄せるだけで向かい、行ってしまえる、という感じでした。

散歩用の足と言うにぴったりですね。

結局、ガイドの方について行くだけで、かなりな距離を走行し、色んな景色を見ることが出来ました。

セグウェイ最高！！！

Great service and incredible show! The dancers and the singers are super talented! We really enjoyed our time in the Wakiki Luau and definitely recommend it! The food was served buffet style and you get a complementary drink. The drinks were only $10 after which is pretty affordable!

First, for the meal, I was able to eat as much as I wanted of my favorites, including traditional Hawaiian dishes. I could enjoy my meal slowly in a different location from the show.

Then, we moved to the show venue to watch. Not only were there hula and fire dances, but talented singers and former stars also appeared one after another, keeping the audience engaged. Everyone around, from the elderly to children, seemed to be enjoying themselves. Since it's right in the middle of Waikiki, the transportation was convenient, making it an efficient experience. I highly recommend it!

まずお食事は、ハワイの伝統料理など、好きなものを好きなだけ食べられました。ショーとは別の場所でお食事をゆっくり楽しむことが出来ました。
そしてショー会場に移り鑑賞。フラやファイヤーダンスだけでなく、実力派シンガーや往年のスター（？）が次々と現れ飽きさせない構成。周りの方も、お年寄りからお子様まで皆さん楽しんでいらっしゃいました。ワイキキの真ん中なので交通の便もよく効率的に楽しめました。オススメです！

I was taken care of during the Honolulu Marathon in December. There were staff members who spoke Japanese, so safety measures were well in place. My wife said it was cold when she came out of the ocean. As an older man, I didn't feel that at all, but it might be good to have a larger bath towel and a hoodie, especially for women. I had a wonderful time swimming with sea turtles!

12月ホノルルマラソンの時にお世話になりました。日本語を話せるスタッフがいるので安全対策もしっかりしてました。
家内が海から出ると寒いと。
おっさんの私は全く思いませんでしたが、大きめバスタオルとパーカーあるといいかもしれません、特に女性。
ウミガメとも泳げて素敵な時間を過ごせました！

This was my second time participating. The first time was with my family, and this time I joined with friends.

I had a great time trying scuba diving for the first time and even got to meet a honu (sea turtle). I would like to participate again with my family next time!

２回目の参加でした。１回目は家族で、今回は友達との参加〜

初体験のスキューバーダイビングもできてホヌにも出会うことができ、楽しかったです。今度はまた家族と参加したいです〜

You can see both the sea and the mountains at the same time, and the breeze from the buggy made for a refreshing drive. The steep slopes were thrilling, but the buggy was stable, so I felt safe riding it. Two hours was longer than I expected, and I took turns driving with my friends, but I got tired and dozed off in the back seat during the second half.

It was good that the weather was clear, but there was a lot of dust, and my white T-shirt got dirty. I regretted not checking the reviews more carefully before going.

海と山が同時に見えて、
バギーの風も爽快なドライブした。
急な坂道もスリルあるけど、バギーが安定していて、安心して乗れました。
２時間は思ってたより長く、友達と交代して運転しましたが、疲れて後半は後部座席でウトウトzZZ

晴天でまだ良かったですが、砂ぼこりがかかり、
白いTシャツは汚れてしまい、レビューをよく見て行けば良かったと後悔。

The tide was not low enough to walk, but the sea was very beautiful. The snorkeling was great, and the guide joined us, allowing us to see sea turtles. The water was a bit cold, so we couldn't stay in for too long; we enjoyed warm drinks and snacks on the boat while taking breaks. Next time, I want to participate during the hot summer season.

潮が引いて歩けるという状態では無かったですが海がとても綺麗で
シュノーケリングもガイドさんが一緒に来てくれてウミガメも見ることができました。水が少し冷たかったのであまり長くいるのは寒かったので船で温かい飲み物を飲んだりお菓子を食べたり休みながら遊べました。
今度は真夏の暑い時期に参加したいです。