All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Oahu

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。

It was a wonderful experience. I heard that the wind was strong and flights were canceled until a few days ago, so I was lucky. The pilot and the other staff were friendly, and both the scenery and the flight were amazing!

素晴らしい体験でした。数日前まで風が強く飛ばなかったそうなので、ラッキーでした。パイロットもその他のスタッフも感じが良く
、景色も飛行も最高でした！

I wanted to go snorkeling in Hawaii, so I joined this tour. It was great that we could watch a video on the bus, allowing us to smoothly enter without waiting once we arrived. If you're traveling alone and find it difficult to make reservations, or if you won't be using a rental car during your stay, I recommend participating in this tour. There were Japanese staff members at the meeting point and after we arrived at the location, so I think it's easy for those who are not confident in their English to join. The snorkeling was wonderful, and I was able to enjoy the very clear ocean. There were many fish among the coral reefs on the left side!

ハワイでシュノーケリングがしたく、こちらのツアーに参加させていただきました。
バスの中で映像を見るので、着いてから待つことなくスムーズに中に入れたことが良かったです。
個人だと予約が取りにくいことや、滞在中レンタカーを使わない場合はこちらのツアーに参加されることをオススメします。
待ち合わせ場所や、現地に着いた後も日本人のスタッフの方がいらっしゃったので英語が苦手な方でも参加しやすいと思います。
シュノーケリングもとても透明感のある海でできてよかったです。左側の珊瑚礁の中には魚が沢山いました！

I participated in February 2026.

For the pickup, there was someone who understood Japanese, which made the check-in process smooth. The bus was a large tour bus with a clean interior. The video was in English, but there were Japanese materials available, which was helpful. Inside the bus, I received a wristband and entered under the guidance of the tour guide.

Since it was right after a state of emergency due to bad weather, I made the reservation at the last minute. The water was somewhat murky. Additionally, since it was a plan without a guide on the beach, I was a bit worried about whether I would see any fish, but it was more than enough! It was a lot of fun and became a precious memory!

I heard that making a reservation for entry on your own can be quite difficult, so choosing this plan with tickets was definitely the right decision!

2026年2月に参加しました。


行きのお迎えは、日本語のわかる方がいらっしゃってスムーズに受付することができました。
バスは大型の観光バスで清潔な車内でした。
ビデオは英語でしたが、日本語の資料があり助かりました。
バスの中で、リストバンドを受け取りガイドさんの案内のもと入場しました。

緊急事態宣言の悪天候の後だったので、直前に予約しました。水中は多少濁っていました。
また、ビーチ内のガイドのないプランだったので、魚が見れるか不安もありましたが十分でした！
とっても楽しく、貴重な思い出になりました！　

入場予約を自力でとるのは大変らしいので、チケット付きのこちらのプランで大正解でした！

I regretted signing up when the yen was at its weakest, but I had an experience that was worth it! Riding the buggy through the greenery and jungle was fun and refreshing. We visited various spots, including filming locations for Jurassic Park and other movies, stopping at photo points along the way.

At the photo points, they shared stories about the myths and legends of Kualoa, but I didn't quite understand it well in English ^^; Afterward, I looked it up online and realized that’s what they were talking about. On the flight back, I watched two Jurassic Park movies ^^

一番円安の時に申し込んでしまい悔しかったけど、それに見合う価値の体験ができました！風を切りながら緑やジャングルの中を走るバギーは楽しく、気持ちよかったです。ジュラシックパークや他の映画の撮影場所とのことで、フォトポイントを挟みながらいろいろ回りました。
フォトポイントでは、クアロアの神話や伝説のお話をしてくださいますが、英語でよくわからなかった^^;
終わってからネットで調べて、そんなこと言ってたと合致しました。
帰りの飛行機でジュラシックパークを2本見ました^^

I was deeply moved by the powerful performance, and I didn't experience any neck pain even in the front row. Additionally, I was brought onto the stage and played the drummer to the theme of HAWAII 5-0, creating the best memories.

最前列でも首が痛くなることも全くなく迫力あるパフォーマンスに感動しました。
さらにステージに担ぎ出され、HAWAII5-0のテーマに合わせドラマーを演じ、最高の思い出になりました。

Great experience seeing real life, wild whales!!!!

We had such an amazing experience on our Kaneohe Sandbar tour. The crew from start to finish was friendly and comforting. They made us feel right at home. Loved being able to purchase snacks and drinks on board. The snorkel experience was so intimate and way different than any other that I’ve done in Hawaii. We got one on one tips and knowledge on the sea life we were witnessing. The sandwich was delicious. I brought my two year old on this tour and she loved it and was able to experience a lot for her age group. 10/10!!!!!

I love Cirque du Soleil and have seen it in Las Vegas. This time, the performance in Hawaii was so moving that I want to see it again in Hawaii next time, but at a different location.

シルク・ドゥ・ソレイユが好きで
ラスベガスでも みてました。
今回 ハワイの公演も感動で次回のハワイでも場所をかえてみたいとおもいます。

Despite the declaration of a state of emergency and the bad weather, the event went ahead. I inquired via email the day before, and I was very grateful for the prompt response in Japanese.

Due to the rain and wind, and the low water temperature, we got out of the sea after an hour. After that, we enjoyed a pleasant time with live music. The staff were very polite, and we had a great time.

It was a pity that we couldn't see the color of the sea well under the blue sky, but they circled the bay on the way back, so we were able to fully appreciate the atmosphere. Although it was cold and windy, there were many fish in the water, and I was glad to have participated. Thank you very much! 😊

緊急事態宣言が出された中、悪天候でしたが催行されました。前日にメールで問い合わせさせていただきましたが、すぐに日本語でお返事をくださったので大変助かりました。

雨風の中、水温も低かったので1時間で海からあがりました。そのあとは生演奏の音楽の中、心地よく過ごしました。
スタッフの方はとても丁寧で楽しく過ごせました。
青空の下で海の色がよく見えなかったのが残念でしたが、引き上げるときに湾を周回して戻ってくれたので雰囲気は十分に感じ取れました。
雨風が強く肌寒かったですが、水の中はたくさんの魚がいて、参加できて良かったと思いました。
ありがとうございました😊

Weather was bad - cold and windy, not something controllable. (Although given such wind and low temperature , it might have been ethical for the tour to cancel itself.) But 1) the bus had all of the boat waiting after the trip for about 30 minutes, 2) there wasn’t a sufficient wind shelter for everyone, meaning old ppl and babies were exposed to cold wind. The lunch was also meh - bbq is an overstatement for hamburger patties and buns. Crew was friendly.

It was an early morning departure, but I was grateful that they picked me up right in front of the hotel. Jonathan, our guide and driver, provided clear explanations, making the sightseeing very enjoyable. This tour is highly recommended as it covers many attractions at a great price.

早朝の出発ですが、ホテルの前でピックアップしてくれるのでありがたかったです。ガイド兼ドライバーのジョナサンの説明もわかりやすくとても楽しく観光できました。たくさん観光地をまわるのに価格もお得でおすすめのツアーです。

The weather was great, perfect for getting a tan. We got to see cute dolphins and sea turtles, and the kids were absolutely thrilled. This is definitely a recommended activity in Waikiki!

お天気にも恵まれ日焼け日和でした。可愛いイルカやホヌにも会えて子供達も大喜びでした。ワイキキで絶対におすすめのアクティビティです

Our guide was very knowledgable and entertaining. Our experience was well worth the cost. I would highly recommend.

It was inconvenient to go on our own, so we signed up for a tour. Additionally, I’m glad we booked a mini optional tour on-site. Since we were the only participants, we were able to visit several spots in addition to the main coffee plantation. Thanks to that, we were able to capture some rare locations.

いずれも自力で行くには不便なのでツアー申込をしました。加えて現地でのオプショナルツアーのミニツアーを申し込んでよかったです。参加者が我々だけだったのでコーヒー農園などメイン以外にいくつかスポットを回ってもらいました。おかげでレア場所も撮影できました。

This time, I experienced an aerial tour of Hawaii for the first time in 10 years. My family (my wife and younger son) and I took a Cessna, and it was an amazing and thrilling 60 minutes. The weather was great that day, and there was very little turbulence, which was nice. The young and handsome pilot, Tanaka, provided thorough explanations and guidance, which made me feel very comfortable and reassured. We had a fantastic experience with plenty of opportunities for coastal sightseeing and hands-on piloting.

(The course and experience seem to be influenced by the weather, so we were lucky.) At one point, we spotted a whale and the pilot descended to get a closer look. We also witnessed a passenger plane landing from above and experienced an impressive sharp turn over the airport runway for landing. It was a very enjoyable flight.

I went on this trip for my eldest son's wedding, and it has become one of the best memories of my trip to Hawaii.

Pilot Tanaka, the staff who handled the pick-up, flight explanations, and everyone else were all friendly, making for a fun time. It was also reassuring that everything was conducted in Japanese. Thank you very much. Mahalo~ 😁

今回10年ぶりにハワイの空中散歩を体験しに行きました。セスナで家族で（妻、次男）体験しましたがとても素晴らしく興奮の60分でした。当日はお天気もとても良くて、ほとんど揺れることも少なく、良かったです。若くてイケメンの田中パイロットが丁寧に解説しながら、手取り足取り教えて下さったのがとても安心で良かったです。離陸から海岸散歩と操縦体験もたくさんさせてもらって大満足の体験となりました。
（コースや体験は天候に左右されるらしく、ラッキーでした）
途中クジラを見つけて下降してもらったり、旅客機の着陸を上空から見届けて空港滑走路を越えての急旋回着陸の凄技を見せてもらったりとても楽しいフライトでした。
　今回長男の結婚式の機会で行きましたが、最高のハワイ旅行の思い出の一つとなりました。

　田中パイロット、送迎からフライト説明、対応いただいた方全てがフレンドリーで楽しい時間を過ごさせてもらいました。すべて日本語対応も安心感がありました。
どうもありがとうございました。マハロ〜😁

I have climbed Diamond Head several times, but this was my first time climbing to see the sunrise in the dark. It was a bit cloudy, but I was glad to be able to see the sunrise! Other tourist spots were also wonderful and made for great memories. Our guide, Jonah, was very good at Japanese and was very kind. Thank you very much!

ダイヤモンドヘッドには何度か登ったことがあるものの、暗い中朝日を見るために登るのは初めてでした。少し曇っていましたが、朝日を見ることができて良かったです！
他の観光場所も素晴らしくとてもいい思い出になりました。
ガイドのジョナさんは日本語がとてもお上手で、とても親切でした。ありがとうございました。

The dancing, music and show was fabulous! Very talented cast of dancers and performers. Really loved the Maori chaka dance!
The food was good and many choices on a buffet, and good drink selection.