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I made a reservation for the morning session, which lasts about four hours in total. First, be aware that there is hardly any parking available for the rental cars. If you can't find a spot, you might have to park on the street along the road. (When I left after the morning session, there were cars parked all along both sides of the road.)

There were some people who struggled to find parking and were running late, but they waited for them, so I don't think you'll be left behind. However, it might be a good idea to call if you happen to be late.

As for what to bring, you'll need a swimsuit, sunscreen, and towels. You can go snorkeling, but be careful not to step on the coral, as it can cause injuries. It would be reassuring to have some kind of water shoes for the ocean.

For stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and kayaking, it's first come, first served, and there are plenty of them available, so just let the staff know when you want to go out. During this time of year, the tide was high, so we couldn't see the sandbar, but the water was shallow enough for beginners, which I thought was nice.

On the way to and from the boat, we also got to experience the local excitement of Hawaii, which was really fun! Mahalo!

私は、午前の部で予約しました。全部で4時間程度です。まずレンタカーの人は駐車場が全然ないので注意です。止められなかったら、道沿いに路上駐車しました。(午前の部終わって帰る時には道の両側に路駐だらけでした。)
駐車場停めるのに手こずって遅い人いたけど待ってくれてましたので、恐らく置いていかれることはないかと思いますが万が一遅くなった場合は電話した方が良さそうです。
持ち物は、水着、日焼け止め、タオルなど。
シュノーケリングができるのですが、サンゴを踏んでしまって怪我する恐れがあります。海で履く用の靴下みたいなやつあると安心です。
supやカヤックは早い者勝ちで数も多いのでやりたい時にお兄さんに言えば乗れました。
この時期は潮が満ちてかサンドバーは見れなかったが足がつく程度の海で初心者にもいいのかなと思いました。
行き帰りの船上ではハワイのローカルな盛り上がりも体験できてとっても楽しかったです！！
マハロ〜！

We participated as a couple. The tour guide was very fun and kind, and thanks to them, we had the best experience. I would like to join this tour again next time.
Here is some information to share:
- The explanations were in English, but important points were translated using a translation app.
- In the experience report, it was mentioned that photography was not allowed at the fallen tree in Jurassic Park, but there was actually a good amount of time for photos later on.
- The guide took many pictures of us at great locations, creating wonderful memories.
- At the end, everyone in my tour group was giving tips of about $10 to $20 each.

夫婦二人で参加しました。ツアーガイドさんがとても楽しく親切な方で、お陰様で最高の体験が出来ました。次回もこのツアーに参加したいと思います。
以下、情報共有まで。
・説明は英語なのですが、重要な箇所は翻訳アプリを使って翻訳してくれました。
・体験談では、ジュラシックパークの倒木の箇所で撮影は出来ないと書かれてありましたが、後半の方にしっかり撮影時間がありました。
・ガイドさんが絶好のロケーションでたくさん写真を撮ってくれるので、素敵な思い出が形になります。
・終了時に、私が参加したツアーの皆さんは大体1人10～20＄のチップを渡していました。

I enjoyed it more than I expected. You can leave your luggage at the office, but there is space in front of the Segway where you can store small bags. They suggest a tip of 15% or more, but it seems you don't have to follow that if you don't want to. By the way, tips can also be paid by card, which was helpful since I didn't have any cash.

予想していた以上に楽しめました。オフィスで荷物を預けられますが、セグウェイの前に収納できるスペースがあるので小さい荷物でしたらそこに入れられます。チップは15%〜の金額を提示してくれますが、気持ち次第なのでそれに従わなくても良さそうでした。ちなみにチップはカード払いも可能です。現金を持っていなかったので助かりました。

I arranged for a pickup from Waikiki, which made getting around easy. The Segway was easier to ride than I expected, and the weather was great with stunning views.

ワイキキからの送迎をつけてもらったので移動が楽でした。セグウェイは思ったよりも乗りやすくて、天気も良くて景色が最高でした。

Incredible and magnificent scenery! You can't experience this anywhere in Japan! You absolutely have to do it! I had a bit of muscle soreness afterward. Next time, I want to try the buggy ride too!

凄い壮大な絶景！日本でね絶対に味わえない！
絶対にやった方がいい！少し筋肉痛になりました。次はバギーもやってみたい！

This is a cruise where you can enjoy a leisurely sunset. It sails from Aloha Tower to the area around Diamond Head and returns while you enjoy the sunset. From the sea, you can see the hotels of Waikiki and the sunset illuminating Diamond Head. The climax is the beautiful sunset. All the passengers went out onto the deck to enjoy the sunset. There is also live music on board, creating a fantastic atmosphere. You can also purchase light snacks, making it easy to enjoy the experience.

ゆっくりサンセットを楽しめるクルーズです。
アロハタワーから、ダイヤモンドヘッド辺りまで航行し、サンセットを楽しみながら戻ります。
海からみる、ワイキキのホテル群、西陽のあたるダイヤモンドヘッド。
クライマックスは美しいサンセット。
乗客は皆デッキに出て、サンセットを楽しみました。
船内には生演奏も入り、雰囲気抜群。
軽いおつまみも購入できるので、気軽に楽しめます。

It was hot for a long time, and sitting on the horse for two hours was tiring, but it was a valuable experience! Next time, I want to participate early in the morning!

時間的に暑くて、2時間ウマの上に座ってるのが疲れましたが貴重な体験ができました！
今度は朝早く参加したいです！

We drove on a bumpy forest road with a big truck, and the views of the Ko'olau Mountains and China Man Hat Island were very beautiful. The driver was a woman, and she was skilled at driving and very entertaining to talk to.

大きなトラックでガタガタ道のアップダウンの激しい林道を走り、コーラウ山脈や海にはChina Man Hat Islandが見えてとても綺麗でした。
とくにドライバーが女性で運転も上手でおしやべりがとても面白かった。

I had to quickly book this tour because the buggy tour was sold out, but it turned out great. On the day of the tour, we were picked up at 7:30 at the Sheraton Aloha Landing, and there was a briefing for all the tours at the site (since my English isn't very good, we could hardly understand anything, only the e-bike registration and the location of the restroom). There were six participants in total: a couple from Europe, a couple from Korea, and us, plus the guide, which made for a small group. At registration, we were instructed to store larger bags in lockers. You can buy drinks on-site, but they're not particularly cheap, so I recommend bringing your own.

The instructions on how to operate the e-bike and safety precautions were provided in a video with Japanese subtitles, which was helpful. My wife, who usually only rides a regular bike, was a bit scared, but there was practice before we started, and she seemed to get used to it and enjoy the ride. The small group size and the guide's constant consideration made us feel at ease.

We stopped at filming spots and beautiful views to take photos with the guide. The scenery was amazing! There were many spots where we encountered people on buggies or trolley tours; while the routes were different, I think they covered similar highlights. I had originally aimed for the buggy tour, but seeing the buggies moving slowly in a line made me realize it wasn't the thrilling experience I had imagined. The e-bike allowed me to go at my own pace, and both the handling and speed felt fantastic, leaving me very satisfied.

We returned to the starting point at 11:30 and finished by buying hamburgers at a restaurant (the taste was average), had lunch, and departed for home at 1:00 PM. I chose the morning-only tour, and it was just right.

バギーツアーが売り切れたため急遽こちらのツアーを予約しましたがよかったです。当日はシェラトンのアロハランディングに7：30ピックアップ、現地で全てのツアーまとめてブリーフィングがありました（英語が苦手な私達はほとんど聞き取れず、e-bikeの受付とトイレの場所だけ理解できました）。e-bikeは欧米人夫婦、韓国人夫婦と私達夫婦の6人の参加者＋ガイドさんの少人数でした。受付時に荷物が大きい方はロッカーに預けるよう指示されます。現地で買えますが、特別安くはないので飲み物持参をオススメします。
操作法や注意事項の説明は動画で、日本語字幕があり助かりました。普段ママチャリしか乗らない妻は怖がっていましたが、スタート前に練習もあり、道中は慣れて楽しめたようです。少人数で、ガイドさんが常に気遣ってくださったのも安心でした。
映画の撮影スポットや景色がいいところで自転車を止め、その都度ガイドさんに写真を撮っていただけました。景色最高です！途中でバギーやトロリーツアー？の方々とも一緒になるスポットも多く、ルートは違うのでしょうが共通点もあり見どころは押さえてあると思います。もともとバギーツアーを狙っていましたが、バギーがゆっくり列で進んでいたのを見ると、私がイメージしていた疾走感のあるものではなさそうだったので、自分のペースで進めるe-bikeは操作感、疾走感ともに非常に気持ちがよく大満足でした。
11:30にスタート地点に戻って終了、レストランでハンバーガーを買って（味は普通）、ランチを済ませて、13:00出発で帰宅しました。午前だけのツアーを選びましたが丁度良かったです。

We participated as a couple in our thirties. By chance, the receptionist was Japanese, and after handing over our voucher, we were guided to our seats. Since it was a VIP buffet, we received a drink service voucher and had priority in the buffet line. The seating was at a long table, and for pairs, we were seated next to each other, while the opposite side was a different group. Since we couldn't speak English well, it felt a bit awkward. However, the food was very delicious, and we were satisfied. During dinner, there was also a hula dance performance, and although we didn't participate in the dance lesson that took place, we enjoyed it to some extent.

The Rock-a-Hula show featured professional dancers performing hula, which was of impressive quality and enjoyable until the end. I recognized many parts of the Michael Jackson impersonation, but I was not familiar with Elvis, which made me feel a bit out of sync with those around me.

アラサー夫婦二人で参加しました。たまたまなのか日本人の受付の方で、バウチャーを渡すと案内してもらえました。VIPビュッフェとのことでワンドリンクのサービス券と、ビュッフェに並ぶ順番が優先されました。席は長テーブルで、ペアの場合隣通しで案内されるので、正面は別グループの方でした。英語ができない私達は少し気まずかったです。ただ、食事は非常に美味しく満足でした。ディナー中もフラダンスもあり、途中行われたダンスレッスンには参加こそしませんでしたがまずまず楽しめました。
ロック・ア・フラショーはプロのダンサーたちのフラダンスはさすがのクオリティで見応え十分で最後まで楽しめました。マイケルジャクソンのモノマネは知っている部分も多かったですが、エルヴィスはほとんど知らず周りとはやや温度差を感じました。

Definitely the sun set cruise is one of the best , and most beautiful experience we had. Great food , great live music and great and delicious food .

Live music, great food , awesome crew ! Everything was perfectly organized.

First, we had a meal. The food was delicious. They guided us in order, so we could eat without feeling rushed. The show featuring Elvis was amazing. He came to the audience and was very engaging. The fire dance was also wonderful. I thought the hula dancer was fantastic, as she perfectly executed various other dances as well. However, the most impressive was Michael. He was a bit overweight, but his face resembled the original.

The location was hard to find. We were about 30 minutes late. I recommend checking the map thoroughly before heading out.

まず、最初に食事でした。食事はおいしかったです。順番に案内してくれるので、焦る事なく食べる事ができました。ショーはエルビスが最高でした。客席まで来てくれて、サービス精神旺盛でした。炎のダンスも素敵でした。フラダンスを踊るダンサーは、他の色々なダンスも完璧にこなして素晴らしい、と思いました。でも、1番印象的だったのは、マイケルでした。太り過ぎだろ、、、顔は似ていました。
場所が分かりにくいです。30分位遅刻しました。しっかり地図を確認して出かけるこおをお勧めします。

I had confirmed with the instructor, but the snorkeling gear wasn't properly attached, and I panicked because I couldn't breathe on the surface. So, I had to retire midway.

There were two instructors, but it was stated that they could handle a maximum of five people, yet it felt like one instructor was managing almost ten people. It seems like there's some exaggeration in the description.

I felt uneasy entering the water without proper safety checks. This company seems to operate smoothly every time, but it feels like a miracle that no accidents have occurred.

I would like participants to join with a sense of personal responsibility.

インストラクターにも確認してもらっていたのだが、シュノーケルの器具がちゃんと付けられてなく海上で息が出来なくてパニックになった。なので途中でリタイアした。
インストラクターは2人だが、最大５人と記載があるがほぼ1人で10人をみている状況だった。記載に誇張があるように思える。
安全確認もほぼせずに海に入って不安があった。
この業者は毎回流れるように仕事をこなしているが、事故が起こっていないのが奇跡に思えた。
参加される方は自己責任という気持ちを持って参加していただきたい。

Staying at the Hilton made transportation convenient.
I had to wait about 30 minutes from the meeting time until being shown to my seat. There is room for improvement.
The prices differ between the stage area and other areas. The order for the buffet is also different.
Once you take your meal, it will be cleared away afterward, so it's necessary to take what you want at the beginning without hesitation. The show time has also become shorter than before.

ヒルトン宿泊だった為、移動は便利であった。
集合時間から、席への案内まで30分程待たされた。改善の余地あり。
ステージの周囲とそれ以外で価格が違う。ブッフェの順番も違う。
食事は1回取ると後は片付けられるので、遠慮なくはじめに取っておく必要がある。ショーの時間も以前より短くなった。

It was amazing to see sea turtles and colorful fish up close. The staff were very kind and provided explanations in Japanese, which made me feel very at ease! Participating was a great memory.

ウミガメやカラフルな魚たちを近くで見れたのが最高でした
スタッフの皆さんもとても親切で日本語での説明もしてくださったのでとても安心でした！
参加してとても良い記念になりました。

Guides were amazing! Wonderful stories about Hawaii, fun stops and beautiful scenery!

I knew the hotel where we were meeting, but it was difficult to find the boarding area, and I got lost and stressed. It would be helpful if you could provide clearer directions from the hotel to the boat boarding area! The fireworks on the boat were absolutely amazing and became a wonderful memory!

集合場所のホテルはしっていたのですが
乗り場までがわかりずらく迷って焦りました。
もう少しホテルに入ってからのボート乗り場までの行き方わかりやすく教えてくれると助かります！
船上での花火はとても最高で良い思い出になりました！

Freindly and nice crews
Good explanation
Great Atmosphere
Good Water Activity
Great experience of watching wild dolphin

but just want to improve for food bit more…

The shuttle service to and from the hotel made it easy to get around, and I was able to receive explanations about tourist spots and snorkeling in Japanese, allowing me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind! The hamburgers we had on the boat were truly delicious... After getting into the water, it gets cold, so I think it's a good idea to prepare something to wear over your swimsuit (like a rash guard), hot water, a bath towel, and a change of clothes for after disembarking! It was a unique experience that I thoroughly enjoyed in Hawaii!

ホテルからの行き帰り送迎ありで楽に移動でき、日本語で観光スポット、シュノーケリングの説明を受けることができ、安心して体験を楽しめました！
船上で食べるハンバーガーも本当に沁みるおいしさでした…
海に入った後は寒くなるので、上から羽織れるもの（ラッシュガード等）、白湯、バスタオル、下船後の着替えなどを用意しておくとよいと思います！
ハワイならではの体験かつ、心ゆくまで堪能できました～

The sunset was, of course, beautiful, but just riding on the square boat and cruising through the sea was plenty of fun. Depending on the weather, there might be times when you can't see the sunset, but I think just taking a cruise around Waikiki Beach would still be a great experience. By the time the boat returned to the harbor, the night view was stunning, allowing us to enjoy both the sunset and the night scenery.

The only disappointing part was that I didn't quite understand the all-you-can-drink system. At first, they asked in English (probably something like "Who wants a drink?"), and those who raised their hands were given pineapple cocktails, but those who didn't raise their hands received nothing.

The staff would ask those who ran out of cocktails if they wanted a refill, but I wasn't sure if we could order drinks other than cocktails. As someone who doesn't drink alcohol, I ended up not having anything to drink from start to finish (laughs). I did see some people around me receiving drinks other than cocktails, but I couldn't tell if those were included in the all-you-can-drink or if they were extra charges... I think it would be quite tough if you don't understand English.

Also, since you are exposed to the wind for two hours, it was quite cold in short sleeves. I think having a jacket would be better. Especially depending on the seat, some people got splashed with seawater, and my husband, who got soaked, looked cold the whole time. The seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you want to enjoy the view more, I recommend sitting at the ends, and if you want to avoid getting wet, choose a seat in the middle.

夕陽はもちろん綺麗でしたが、四角い船に乗って海を進んでいくだけでも充分楽しかったです。天気によっては夕陽を見られない事もあると思いますが、船に乗ってワイキキビーチをクルーズするだけでも良い体験になると思います。
船が港に戻る頃には夜景が綺麗で、サンセットと夜景の二度楽しめました★

唯一残念だったのは、飲み放題のシステムがよくわからなかった事です。
最初に英語で質問され（恐らく「お酒いる人ー？」のような感じ）、手を挙げた人はパイナップルのカクテルが配られるのですが、手を挙げなかった人には何も配られませんでした。

カクテルがなくなった人にはスタッフさんがお代わりはいるか聞いてくれるのですが、カクテル以外のドリンクが頼めるのかどうかわからず、お酒の飲めない私は最初から最後まで何も飲めませんでした(笑)
周りの方でカクテル以外のドリンクをもらっている人もいましたが、それが飲み放題に含まれているのか別料金なのかわからず…英語がわからないとなかなか厳しいと思います。

また、2時間風を浴びるので半袖だとけっこう寒かったです。上着があった方が良いと思います。
特に席によっては海水がかかるので、背中がびしょ濡れになった夫は終始寒そうにしていました。
座席は先着順なので、より景色を楽しみたい方は端の席、濡れたくない方は中央の席を選ぶと良いと思います。

The guides were amazing. Not only were the views spectacular, but I learned so much about the land. Be sure to wear clothes you don’t care about as we were covered in dirt/dust from the trail. But it was all worth it.
Helmet provided so don’t buy a sun hat in the gift shop like I did!
Gift shop was great too. Tons of food and items to buy. Highly recommend.

I was covered in dust from head to toe! I had a great laugh with the participants with my completely black face. Long pants were a must, but since I was going to get dirty anyway, maybe shorts would have been better. That said, it was a valuable experience that you can only have here.

全身砂ぼこり!　真っ黒い顔で参加者と大笑いでした。長ズボン必須になってましたが　どうせ汚れるので半ズボンの方がよかったかな　とは言えここでしか出来ない貴重な体験でした

Perfect sunset cruise! The captain and crew were amazing. The price is perfect for the timing and loved bringing our own drinks on the boat!

I had a very good experience. At the end, you put a tip in the box, but I think it would also convey more gratitude if you give money to the captain and the guide separately.

However, I was so exhausted that I couldn't do anything at all after coming back that day.

とてもいい経験ができました
箱に最後にチップを入れるのですが、それとは別に、キャプテンやガイドさんにもお金を渡すとより感謝が伝わると思います

ただ疲れ果てすぎてその日帰ってきてからは全くなにもできませんでした

The tour driver was great! He got us there and through the gate in a timely manner. However, if you are looking for serenity or a peaceful hike, you have come to the wrong place. It was so crowded it was hard to enjoy. Had some younger individuals that thought we might all enjoy their music blaring.

This site would benefit from a timed entry system.

We almost didn't make it but they held for us....by the skin of our teeth and the evening was just a blast after that. The food was good, the entertainment was funny and got the audience engaged. The views were spectacular. Had a lot of fun

I participated in a tour with two friends. Due to the rainy season in October, the sandbar was deeper than I expected (about chest height), but we were able to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery of the white sandy area while playing with floaties. It was my first experience with snorkeling, and I wasn't very good at swimming, which made me anxious. However, wearing a life jacket made me feel safe, and there was a clear pre-lecture, practice time in shallow water, and several guides watching over us, so the support system was sufficient. It was scary to go deeper than I imagined (maybe due to the rainy season?), but while desperately keeping up, I was able to see coral and sea turtles, making it a valuable experience. We encountered sea turtles several times on the way to and from the tour, allowing us to feel the nature of Hawaii. The light snack of spam onigiri was also delicious. I thought the price was a bit high, but I believe it was worth it for the unique experience that only a tour can provide. I highly recommend it as it offers a valuable opportunity to connect with Hawaii's nature.

友人2人とツアーに参加しました。10月雨季だった影響もあり、サンドバーは思っていたより水深は深めでした（胸下あたり）が、浮き輪で遊びながら白い砂地の美しい景色を十分楽しめました。シュノーケリングは初体験で、あまり泳ぎも得意ではなく不安だったのですが、ライフジャケット装着で安心ですし、解りやすく事前にレクチャーあり、浅瀬での練習時間あり、ガイドさんが数名で見守ってくれるのでフォロー体制も十分でした。想像以上に深いところまでいくので怖かったですが（雨季の影響もあるかも？）、必死について行きながら、サンゴやウミガメも見れて貴重な体験ができ満足でした。行きも帰りも何度も船の上からウミガメに会う事ができ、ハワイの自然を感じる事ができました。軽食のスパムおにぎりも美味しかったです。少し値段はお高めかな？と思いましたが、ツアーだからこそ体験できる価値もあり参加してよかったと思っています。ハワイの自然に触れる貴重な体験ができるので、絶対おすすめです。

This was my third time participating. I usually can't see the sandbar. If it's waist-deep, that's better. During the accompanying snorkeling, I was able to see fish, corals, and turtles. The stand-up paddleboarding felt free with two people sharing one board, and I enjoyed it. This time, the weather was nice and not cold, but last time the bus was cold and it was quite uncomfortable. A dry towel and something to wear over are essentials.

3度目の参加でした。いつも基本的にはサンドバーは拝めません。腰丈ならましな方です。付随するシュノーケリングで魚とサンゴ、カメも見れました。SUPは二人ひとつで自由な感じ、楽しめました。今回は天気が良く寒く無かったですが、前回はバスが寒くて辟易としました。乾いたタオルと羽織るものが必需品です。

So much fun! Thank you guys for an awesome time! The crew was outstanding