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The experience was a great time! The crew was friendly and knowledgeable. The water was a bit choppy at first but there was a lot of help with that, especially since we had my 14 month old and 3 year old. The girls had a great time.

This is my child's favorite tour, so we use it every time we go to Hawaii (about the 6th time?). This time, there were no restroom breaks or turtle watching on the way there. Maybe that meant we had more time to play? It was our first time going on a Saturday, so that might be why.

Overall, we enjoyed it as usual! (*^^*)

子供がお気に入りのツアーなので、ハワイに行くたびに利用させて頂いてます、(6回目くらい？)
今回いつもと違ったのが行きのトイレ休憩と亀ウォッチングがありませんでした。
その分遊ぶ時間が長かったのかな？
土曜日に行ったのは初めてだったのでそのためかもしれません。

全体的にはいつも通りに楽しめました(*^^*)

This was my family and I’s first time going to a luau. The atmosphere was very fun and welcoming. The dancers did a great job, especially the chief that danced with the fire. The drinks were nice and I like that we had unlimited soft drinks. The only downside is that the buffet was a bit underwhelming. Overall, my family and I enjoyed ourselves.

Had a wonderful time kayaking and snorkeling with family. Saw lots of fish. Enjoyed the water. Entertainment was a plus. Will definitely recommend to friends.

This is my second time on the 5-Star cruise. This time, I wanted to see the fireworks on Friday, so I made a reservation here.

I enjoyed the meal and Hawaiian-style cocktails. By the time I was seated, the appetizers were already prepared, and the lobster and salad were easy to eat.

If you want to relax and enjoy a calm atmosphere, I recommend the window-side seats on the 3 or 5-Star cruises.

In the past, I took a photo with the captain at the entrance, but this time it was taken at my seat.

2回目の5スター乗船です。
今回は金曜日の花火も見たくて、
こちらを予約しました。

お食事とハワイらしいカクテルを楽しみました。
お席に着いた時にはもう前菜が用意されており、
ロブスターやサラダは食べやすかったです。

落ち着いた雰囲気でゆっくり楽しむなら
窓側指定の3か5スターがおすすめです。

お写真は以前は入口で船長さんと一緒に撮影しましたが、今回はお席での撮影でした。

結論から言うと参加して良かったです！！
サンドバーは浅く小さな子どもも楽しめる海で、とても楽しみにしていました。当日は天気があまり良くなく、8月のお盆の夏真っ盛りなのに海の水がかなり冷たい！！シュノーケリングは魚もいっぱいいて、海の透明度も高く良かったですが、長く海に浸かってるのは冷たすぎるので難しかったです。
なので、サップやカヤックがとても楽しめました！！スタッフのお兄さんたちは皆さん陽気で優しくとても親切でした！

I went on my honeymoon.
There were many people from overseas around, and I was anxious because I couldn't speak English, but there was a friendly Japanese guide, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience.
While the tour explanations were in English, the Japanese guide provided clear explanations separately.
When we arrived at the sandbar, I was surprised by how beautiful the sea was, even more than I had imagined. It was my first time snorkeling, and the water's clarity was amazing, allowing us to see the fish and coral reefs clearly, which was a lot of fun!
The hamburgers we ate on the boat were exceptional!
When boarding the boat, we secured our luggage and seating, but it felt nice to place our things outside during the ride with the refreshing wind. The restroom is inside the boat, so it's not very clean, but it can't be helped.
Of course, you'll get sunburned, so it's best to take proper precautions.
It became a wonderful memory of my trip, and I would love to go again if I visit Hawaii!

ハネムーンで行きました。
周りは、海外の方が多く、英語もできないので不安もありましたが、日本人の気さくなガイドさんがいて、安心して楽しめました。
英語でツアーの説明がある中、別で日本人のガイドさんが分かりやすく説明してくださいました。
サンドバーに着くと、想像していたより海がとても綺麗で驚きました。初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、海の透明度がすごいので魚やサンゴ礁がはっきりと見えて楽しかったです！
船の上で食べるハンバーガーも格別でした！
船に乗ると自分たちが荷物を置く場所や座る場所を確保するのですが、船の中ではなく、外に置くと移動中風が気持ち良いです。トイレは船の中なので、綺麗とは言えませんが、仕方ないですね
日焼けももちろんするので、しっかり対策した方がいいです。
旅行中の素敵な思い出になりました、またハワイに行ったら行きたいと思います！

Traveling abroad can be quite nerve-wracking and stressful, even if it's to Hawaii, but my heart and time melt away with the Mai Tai, the blue ocean, and the sunset.

This is my second time on this tour, and I'm sure I'll take it again on my next visit.

海外旅行はたとえハワイでもけっこう緊張したりストレスが溜まりますが、マイタイと青い海とサンセットに心も時間もとろけていきます。

このツアーはこれで２度目ですが、次回もきっと最終日に乗るでしょうね。

I requested a shuttle from the Hilton in Waikiki. With a schedule of departing at 8 AM and returning at 4 PM, it was perfect for leisurely sightseeing in Kailua and then enjoying more time in Waikiki. The driver on the day was very kind, as was the Japanese staff member at the Kailua shop who assisted us. Kailua Beach, just a 3-minute walk from the shop, and Lanikai Beach, a 20-30 minute walk from there, were both as wonderful as the reviews suggested, and they are fantastic beaches not too far from Waikiki. When we returned to the shop, it was just past 12:30 PM, but the staff kindly offered to take us to Kailua Town at 1:30 PM, allowing us to stay in town for an hour and a half. Thanks to their flexible scheduling, we were able to enjoy both the beach and the town. Although we were cutting it close, the four types of beer from Lanikai Brewing were delicious. The shop was clean, and I appreciated being able to use it for lunch and change in the changing room inside. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to enjoy Kailua with a shuttle service.

ワイキキのヒルトンからの送迎をお願いしました。8時出発、16時帰着というスケジュールで、ゆったりとカイルアを観光し、戻ってワイキキでもうひと楽しみするなら、最適と思います。当日のドライバーさんも、現地カイルアのショップで対応して下さった日本人スタッフさんもとても親切でした。ショップから徒歩3分のカイルアビーチ、そこから、20-30分歩いてのラニカイビーチはどちらも評判通りで、ワイキキからそう遠くない素晴らしいビーチでした。ショップに戻ったら、12時30分過ぎになっていたのですが、そこで、スタッフさんから1時30分にカイルアタウンへ送って下さり、タウンに1時間半滞在、という提案をいただき、その柔軟なスケジュール調整のおかげで、ビーチとタウンを両方楽しめました。時間ギリギリでしたが、ラニカイブリュワリーのビール4種類も美味しかったです。ショップはきれいで、そこを昼食に使わせてもらえたのも、ショップ内の更衣室で着替えができたのもありがたかったです。送迎でカイルアを楽しみたい方にはお勧めします。

We participated as a family of five. We had a packed two hours and it was so much fun. All the lockers for our bags were in use, which was a bit of a hassle, but they were able to hold our things at the ticket center. Plus, it was free, which was actually a lucky break.

家族五人で参加しました。みっちり２時間、めっちゃ楽しかったです。荷物のロッカーが全部使用されており、困りましたが、チケットセンターで預かっていただけました。しかも無料でした、むしろラッキーでした。

Hands down would do again! The luau was amazing, and everyone was so kind and worked so hard to put on an amazing show. We also got to swim in the falls which was amazing. Definitely recommend! If you're reading this, just book it. You won't regret it. It was also kid friendly. I took my 1 year old and everyone loved
him and took extra effort to involve him in the cultural activities.

The food was delicious, and above all, the show was wonderful! It was fun, like experiencing the history of Hawaii. Elvis looked just like him.

食事も美味しかったし、何よりショーが素敵でした！ハワイの歴史みたいな感じで楽しかったです。
エルビスはそっくりでした

This is my seventh time using it.
Once again, it was amazing.
The sunset was as beautiful as ever.
The streets of Waikiki.
Diamond Head.
Everything was fantastic.

The vibe was great as always, haha.

I will use it again.

7回目の利用です。
やっぱり今回も最高でした。
相変わらずの夕日。
ワイキキの街並み。
ダイヤモンドヘッド。
どれも最高でした。

相変わらずのノリも最高w

また利用します。

This was the highlight of our island hopping experience!.. family of 6.. ages 9, 12, 17 and 21 and they all said this was the best part of our travel time in Oahu and the big island!.. looking forward to doing it again on our next visit!!! Directions were clear to meet at harbor, check in with ease and lunch was delicious!. Crew is so helpful and fun. Will recommend to anyone who visits.. family and friends including those fb groups for tips on travel here..

Exceeded our expectations! The tours and guides are excellent. Buffet lunch was good.

This is my second experience. Last time, we had a fairly large group for an hour, but this time we challenged ourselves with a smaller group (6 people) for two hours. It was an experience with wonderful views of the sea and mountains. My wife, who experienced it for the first time, was very impressed, and we would like to try it again if we have the opportunity next time.

今回で2回目の体験になります。
前回は、1時間で結構な人数で体験しましたが、
今回は少人数(6名)のグループで2時間に挑戦しました。
海と山の素晴らしい景色を見ながらの体験です。
今回、初めて体験した家内も大変感動しておりました、次回も機会あれば体験したいと思います。

As others have mentioned, it does get quite dusty, but you can experience it for a long time, and moving through the great outdoors is a great way to relieve stress.

他の方も書かれている通り、砂埃まみれになりますが、かなり長い時間体験できますし、大自然の中をぐんぐん進むのはかなりストレス発散になりました。

I was able to visit the filming location of my favorite Jurassic Park, and since it included a 2-hour horseback ride, I chose this plan without hesitation. Although we couldn't stop at the filming location, I was very satisfied because I got to enjoy the beautiful scenery!

大好きなジュラシックパークのロケ地に行けること、2時間の乗馬がセットだったので迷わずこのプランを選びました☺︎
ロケ地に立ち止まることは出来なかったですが、綺麗な景色を見て回れたのでとても満足しています！

We used this service for our honeymoon trip. I was anxious because I couldn't speak English, but there was a staff member who spoke Japanese, which was a great help.

For check-in, each person needs to register using a touch panel, so be careful about that. After checking in, you receive an original T-shirt. Even the smallest size, S, felt a bit large for women. After that, we stored our belongings in a locker and waited for the instructions. We had about a 45-minute wait. There were restrooms, vending machines, and a smoking area a bit further away.

After we were called, the instructor gave us a brief explanation and helped us put on the equipment. Then, we filmed a video in front of the Gojump flag before boarding the jet. The jet can hold about 16 people, so it feels cramped. Since the jet runs backward, those who get motion sickness might feel uneasy. It ascends to a considerable height in just a few minutes. They opened the window along the way to show us the view, which was amazing but a bit cold. Long sleeves and long pants might be better.

Once we reached the highest point, we jumped immediately. It might be good for those who are a bit scared since you jump before you can mentally prepare. At first, it’s a free fall, but it doesn’t feel like your insides are floating like on other thrill rides. It just feels like you’re resisting the wind, which is pleasant. I felt no fear at all. My husband, who has a fear of heights, said he wasn’t scared while flying (though he found the ascent in the jet scary).

After about two minutes of free fall, the parachute opens. During the free fall, the breathtaking scenery captures your attention, but after the parachute opens, you can relax and enjoy the view even more. You can see the ocean and all of Oahu, which is fantastic. Depending on the instructor, I was even allowed to steer the parachute a bit.

Experiencing the feeling of being a bird during the free fall and enjoying the wonderful scenery afterward creates unforgettable memories. Although it’s a bit pricey, this is an activity you should definitely try when you visit Hawaii. However, those who are prone to ear infections should be cautious, as the change in pressure might hurt their ears. (I had some trouble hearing for about three hours due to the pressure change, but my husband seemed fine.)

The photos and videos taken by the instructor were more plentiful than I expected and were fantastic. The pictures and videos were so great that they looked like composites. The round-trip transportation was also very convenient. On the way back, the bus driver played the ukulele, which was a nice touch.

新婚旅行で利用しました。
英語が話せないので不安でしたが、日本語が話せる受付の方がいて、説明してくれるので助かりました。
チェックインはタッチパネルで体験する人それぞれの登録が必要なので、注意です。
チェックインしたらオリジナルTシャツが貰えます。
女性は1番小さいSでも少し大きいくらいです。
その後持ち物をロッカーにしまい、案内があるまで待ちました。
私達は45分くらい待ち時間がありました。
トイレや自動販売機、少し離れたところに喫煙所などもありました。
案内された後は、担当の先生から簡単な説明と器具の装着がありました。
そしてGojumpの旗の前で動画撮影をした後、そのままジェット機に乗車。
ジェット機内に16人くらい入るので狭く感じます。
ジェット機は後ろ向きに走るので酔う人は酔うかも。
数分でかなりの高さまで浮上します。
途中窓を開けて景色を見せてくれました。
最高の景色でしたが、少し寒かったです。
長袖長ズボンの方がいいかも。
1番高いとこまで行ったらすぐにジャンプでした。
心の準備ができる前に飛ぶので、ビビりの人にはいいかも笑
最初はフリーフォールですが、絶叫系のような内蔵が浮く感じはありませんでした。
ひたすら風の抵抗を受けている感じで、気持ちいいです。
怖さはまったくありませんでした。
高所恐怖症の旦那も、飛んでる最中は怖くなかったとのこと。(ジェット機上昇中は怖かったらしいです。)
体感で2分くらいフリーフォールしたらパラシュートが開かれます。
フリーフォール中も素晴らしい景色に目を奪われますが、パラシュート後は心に余裕が生まれ、より景色を楽しめます。
海やオアフ島全域が見渡せ最高です。
インストラクターさん次第だと思いますが、私はパラシュートの操縦も少しやらせて貰えました。
フリーフォール中は鳥の気持ちを味わえ、パラシュート後も素晴らしい景色を堪能でき、一生の思い出になります。
少し値段は張りますが、ハワイに行った際は絶対に体験した方がいいアクティビティです。
ただ、中耳炎によくなる人は気圧の変化で耳を痛めるかもしれないので注意です。(私は気圧の変化で耳をやられ、3時間くらい耳の聞こえが悪くなりましたが、旦那はなんともなかったようです。)
インストラクターさんが撮ってくれる写真と動画も思っていたより盛りだくさんで、最高でした。
合成写真かと思うほど素晴らしい写真と動画が手に入ります。
行き帰りの送迎があるとこもとても便利でした。
帰りにはバスの運転手さんがウクレレ演奏をしてくれ、和みました。

Nothing negative to say. Small sailing boat with less people. That was good because it was not crowded. Crew was funny & helpful. You can bring your own drinks and snacks.
It was a nice and relaxing trip.

On the last day of my trip to Hawaii, I participated in a sunset cruise. The ride was relatively calm with little rocking. Since I had dinner planned afterward, I joined in a regular long dress, and while there was a bit of splashing, I didn't get too wet. However, when boarding the boat, my feet got wet, so it's better to avoid wearing pants. Once on board, the explanations were in English, and I couldn't understand much, but it wasn't a problem at all. The sunset was beautiful, but what followed was magical and wonderful, making it worth participating. I had previously been on a daytime cruise, but I definitely recommend the sunset cruise!

ハワイ旅行最後の日に、サンセットクルーズ参加しました。揺れも少なく、比較的穏やかなクルーズでした。その後、ディナーを予定してましたので、普通のロングワンピースで参加しましたが、少し水しぶきがかかるくらいで、たくさん濡れることもありませんでした。ただ、船に乗り込む時は、足が濡れるので、パンツとかは避けたほうがいいです。乗船後は英語での説明で、何言ってるかさっぱりでしたが笑。特に困ることはないです。夕日が沈むとこもキレイですが、その後が幻想的で素晴らしく、参加して良かったです。以前に昼間のクルーズも乗りましたが、絶対サンセットクルーズがお勧めです。

The show was super entertaining! 10/10.
The food was fantastic and they don’t let you go hungry :). 10/10
The bar drinks were disappointing. We each had 2 and none were drinkable. 1/10

The crew and the team were awesome. The excursion was truly memorable.

It was great that children as young as 2 years old could board. Our three generations, including a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old, had a wonderful time! When we were chasing dolphins, the 2-year-old stayed on the boat and was delighted to see the dolphins from the second floor, saying they were cute. The 5-year-old tried twice but ended up crying because the mask didn't fit. The 7-year-old was in great shape! They enjoyed the dolphins, sea turtles, and the slide more than any of the adults, diving in multiple times. Thank you to Maki and the other crew members for being so kind and attentive.

２歳から乗船可能性で助かりました。５歳、７歳の子どもも含め３世代で楽しむことができました！イルカを追う時は２歳の子は船で待機、２階からイルカの姿を見て可愛い♡と喜んでいました。５歳の子は２回挑戦しましたがマスクが合わず泣いてしまいました。７歳は絶好調！イルカも海亀もスライダーも、大人たちの誰よりも楽しんで何度もダイブしていました。まきさん始め他のクルーの方々も親切丁寧で、ありがとうございました。

The guides, reception, bus attendants, and tour guides were all in English. Therefore, I could only understand the atmosphere, but it was a lot of fun.

The pickup was from a nearby hotel. The bus, which had a capacity of 50 people, had seats like those in a Mercedes. On the way there, it felt about half full. On the way back, it was almost at full capacity. Upon arrival, we gathered with various tour guests and received a brief explanation. After that, we had free time until the reception time to change clothes, put our belongings in lockers, or look for souvenirs. It’s a good idea to head to the respective tour locations by the reception time.

As for the actual tour, we rode in buggies lined up in six rows, stopping about five times along the way for the guide to explain the filming locations and scenery. Of course, I didn’t understand any English, so I just got the general vibe.

Also, since it had rained the day before, there was no dust, but there were about five small ponds, and my wife and I jumped right in, getting completely soaked! So, if you want to dive into the ponds, changing clothes is a must. We stopped at about two spots that felt like Jurassic Park, and at the gate of Jurassic Park, my wife took pictures while sitting in the passenger seat of the buggy, so there were no issues.

Overall, it was a lot of fun, and the guide was super high-energy, telling lots of American jokes, which was great (even though I couldn't understand). I’d love to come back once I can speak English.

After the tour, the bus departs pretty much on time, so let’s head to where we got off. If you don’t get on early on the way back, there might not be any seats available.

ガイドさん、受付、バスの案内人、ツアーの案内人、全て英語です。
そのため、ほぼ雰囲気でしかわからなかったですが、とても楽しかったです。

ピックアップは、近くのホテルから。
５０人乗りの内装がベンツのシートのバスでした。行きは半分くらい埋まる感じ。帰りはほぼ満席でした。
現地に到着し、いろんなツアーのお客さんをまとめて、ざっと説明あり。その後、受付時間まで自由時間。着替えやロッカーに荷物入れたり、お土産見たりします。
受付時間には、それぞれのツアーの場所へ行くと良いでしょう。

さて、実際のツアーですが、６列並んでバギーで走行し、途中5回くらいとまり、ガイドさんから撮影現場や景色の説明がありました。
もちろん当方全く英語わからないので、雰囲気で理解笑

また、前日雨が降っていたため、埃は舞いませんでしたが、小池スポットが５ヶ所くらいあり、夫婦で思いっきり突っ込んだため、びしょびしょになりました笑
そのため、小池に突っ込みたい人は着替えは必須です。
ジュラシックパークっぽいところに２箇所くらい止まりましたし、ジュラシックパークのゲートのところは最後バギー乗りながら助手席の妻が撮影してくれたので、何も問題なかったです。

とにかく終始楽しかったし、ガイドさんもめっちゃハイテンションでアメリカンジョークたくさん話すので、とても良かった(理解はできなかったけど)
英語をできるようになったらもう一回来たいですね

ツアー後は割と時間通りにバスが出ますので、降りたところに行きましょう。
帰りは早めに乗らないと席がないかも。

I have visited Hanauma Bay on my own many times, but this time I participated in a snorkeling guide tour for the first time. They secured the entrance tickets, which are difficult to book, and we were able to enter right away. Just that alone made me feel it was worth joining the tour, but what really impressed me was the snorkeling guide. When I snorkeled on my own, I wasn't sure how far I could safely go or where to find different fish. However, during the one-hour tour, I was able to see many fish that you can only see in deeper waters in Okinawa, and I was very satisfied. The Hanauma Bay I experienced with the guide was completely different from what I had seen before. I'm really glad I participated!

If I could wish for something, I would have liked to snorkel longer, so I hope there will be a tour that allows for a bit more snorkeling time, even with breaks. I would love to do this again. It was a bit chilly, so I recommend renting a wetsuit. Getting underwater photos was also a great memory!

何度もハナウマ湾には自力で来ていましたが、今回初めてシュノーケリングガイドのツアーに参加しました。
予約が難しい入場券もとって頂き、入場もすぐに入れ、それだけでもツアーに参加して良かったと思いましが、感動したのはシュノーケリングのガイドでした。個人でシュノーケリングしていた時は、どこまでは安全にシュノーケリングできるのか？どこにどんな魚がいるのか？良くわからなかったのですが、1時間の間で、沖縄だとダイビングしないと浅瀬では見られない様な魚を沢山みることができ、とっても満足しました。ガイドの方について見たハナウマ湾は、今まで見ていたものとは大違い。本当に参加して良かったです！
欲を言えば、もっと沢山シュノーケリングしたかったので、休憩をはさんでもう少し長くシュノーケリングできるツアーがあれば良いなとおもいました。またリピートしたいです。少し肌寒かったので、ウェットスーツレンタルお勧めです。水中の記念写真を撮ってもらえたのも良い思い出になりました！

I boarded with my two small children, and it didn't rock too much, so the kids had a great time! The view was completely different from what we usually see from the beach; we could see beautiful beaches, the airport, and even the commercial buildings of Hawaii from halfway across the island. I want to participate again!

小さな子供2人を連れて乗船しましたが、そこまで揺れず、子供も楽しめました！
いつもビーチから見る風景とは全然違い、美しいビーチや、空港、ハワイの商業ビルまで島の半分側から全て見渡せるほどでした。
また参加したいです！

GREAT TIME! Best Luau entertainment, history and food was delicious also all the staff was amazing and super friendly will definitely recommend and will come back for more entertainment and history lesson.

It's been decades since I last rode a catamaran, and since there was no sunset time setting, we boarded during the day. Even those who are weak on boats can enjoy it without worry. I knew the front would get splashed, but there were unexpected big waves. One of my companions' phones ended up submerged. It needed repairs right after returning home.

Seeing Waikiki from the sea while being blown by the wind allows you to spend a wonderful time. I got a good sunburn in those two hours, so make sure to take proper sun protection measures.

何十年ぶりのカタマラン、サンセットタイムの設定がなかったので昼に乗船
船に弱い人でも安心して楽しめます。前のほうは波をかぶることわかっていたのに、予想外の大波。同行者の携帯が水没状態。帰国後すぐに修理でした。
海からみるワイキキは風に吹かれながらマラマな時を過ごせます。この２時間でしっかり日焼け。日焼け止め対策はしっかりしましょう

I will be simple and straight, please see my following points.

1. I booked sit down dinner, not buffet, overall food presentation look good, taste good too. Drinks are good too.
2. Service is just so so, the server for my table never gets me things I asked for, example, refill water, lemon, and my second glass of drink, I understand it's a busy task and have to serve all plates and take finishing plates away, and each server takes care of couple tables, but this should not be used as an excuse for service quality.
3. The show is good, but it's kind short, I wish we can see the full stage of Luau show, but the center stage is pretty small, so in order to accommodate every guest, they always have couple dancers on each side,