Reviewed by: れみぜん子
If you are using the shuttle bus, I recommend dashing to the ticket counter located to the left front after you exit the first building (the shop or café) you enter. When a large group arrives by bus, you can spend quite a bit of time waiting in line here.
You are not allowed to carry even a body bag while horseback riding, but there are quite large pockets on both sides of the horse, so you can fit a compact camera, smartphone, or a 100 yen raincoat. It's not too dirty, and you can access your items while riding.
Many reviews mentioned the smell of the helmets, so I brought a non-woven sheet to place inside the helmet. Well, it's just a comfort measure. There was also deodorizing spray available at the helmet storage area. I noticed while riding that the chin strap smelled worse than the helmet. Since it's made of fabric, there's not much you can do about it. Maybe just wipe it with wet wipes before use?
Additionally, I experienced a little trouble. I made the reservation about three days before leaving Japan. The voucher I received stated a 10:30 pickup and 11:15 horseback riding, which was impossible to make. The contact information on the Veltra site directed me to contact Kualoa Ranch directly. I reluctantly emailed Kualoa Ranch, but received no response, and left Japan without clarity. After arriving in Hawaii, I had the hotel concierge make a confirmation call. I’m not sure if they changed it based on my email or if there was just a mistake on the voucher, but I was relieved to find out that the horseback riding was at 12:15. The next day, I received an email from Veltra saying, "There has been a change to your voucher." It was a result of my own efforts, though (laughs). The following day (the night before the horseback riding), I received a call from Veltra in my room. I appreciated the sincerity of the call, but honestly, if inquiries are to be made between the parties involved, I think there’s no point in going through Veltra.
送迎バスを使う場合、バスを降りたら最初に入る建物(売店やカフェ)を突き抜けて外に出て左前方にあるチケットカウンターにダッシュすることをお勧めします。バスで大勢一度に到着するとここの順番待ちで結構時間を取られます。
乗馬するときにはボディバッグすら持たせてもらえませんが、馬の両サイドにかなり大きなポケットがあるので、コンパクトカメラやスマホ、100円レインコートくらいなら入れられます。そんなに汚くないです。乗馬中にも出し入れできる位置です。
ヘルメットの臭いのことを言われているレビューが多かったので、不織布シートを持っていってヘルメットの内側に当てて使いました。まぁ気休めです。ヘルメット置き場には消臭スプレーも置いてありました。乗馬中に気づいたのはヘルメットよりあごひもが臭うんだってこと。これは布製なので対処しようが無いかな。使う前にウェットティッシュで拭くくらい?
あと、私が体験したちょっとしたトラブル。日本を出る3日ほど前に予約を入れました。届いたバウチャーには10:30ピックアップで11:15乗馬となっており、間に合うわけがありません。ベルトラのサイトからの問い合わせ先はクアロア牧場に直にお問合せを、となっています。仕方なくクアロア牧場に問い合わせのメールをしましたが返事は無く、はっきりしないまま日本を出発。ハワイに到着してからホテルのコンシェルジュに確認の電話をしてもらいました。私からのメールで変更してくれたのか、単にバウチャーに誤記載されていたのかはわかりませんが、乗馬が12:15になっているとのことで安心しました。その翌日にベルトラから「バウチャーに変更ありました」のメールが来ました。自分で対処した結果なんですけど(笑)。そのまた翌日(乗馬に行く前夜)にベルトラの方から部屋に電話がありました。電話までくださったことには誠意を感じますが、(すごく細かい内容なわけでもない)問い合わせを当事者間でするなら正直ベルトラを通す意味が無いと思いました。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/03 |
Reviewed by: パンのミミ
According to the reviews, it seemed that only about 30% of people were able to see them, so I didn't have high expectations, and it turned out to be true. After that, I received advice that if I wanted to see whales, Maui or the Big Island would be better, and I thought it was rare to see them off the coast of Waikiki Beach on Oahu.
口コミ情報では約3割程度の人しかが観ることができたようでしたので、あまり期待はしていませんでしたが、その通りになってしまいました。その後クジラを観るなら、マウイ島かハワイ島が良いとアドバイスを受け、オアフ島のワイキキビーチの沖合で観えること自体が稀ではないかと思いました。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Michael
Kualoa Ranch is beautiful and probably my favorite place on Oahu. There is so much to do there! This is a bus tour that offers an awesome experience driving through the heart of the ranch and listening to the guides commentary about the different movies that were filmed there. The bus makes multiple stops along the way so you can get out, walk around, and take pictures as you please. Overall good tour. The guide was very knowledgable and made it fun. Looking for something to do on Oahu, check out Kualoa!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
Reviewed by: kulolo
I rode a UTV for two hours in the morning amidst stormy weather with strong winds and sunny intervals. Although we had a roof and ponchos, I ended up completely soaked, so it was a good decision to bring windproof and warm clothing as well as a change of clothes. The atmosphere was just like Jurassic Park, which really lifted my spirits. The UTV provided a thrilling and powerful driving experience. There were great views and humorous props, making the two hours fly by.
朝から暴風雨と晴れ間の荒天の中UTVに2時間乗りました。
屋根ありポンチョありでしたが、結局ずぶ濡れになったので防風防寒具や着替えを持参して正解。
ジュラシックパークの雰囲気そのままで気持ちも昂ります。UTVも走りごたえあり迫力あるドライブを楽しめました。良い景色やお笑いの演出小道具もありあっという間の2時間でした。
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Michael
This shark cage tour was awesome. Started off the morning with a nice north shore cruise to the cage drop spot. The crew is very laid back and give you all the information you need along the way. Very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all and any questions we had. Spent a good chunk of time in the cage and saw a few different sharks able to collect some pretty sweet GoPro footage. Even saw some whales along the way and you are able to hear them singing underwater which is pretty cool. The boat is spacious and comfortable and they provide bottled water. They also have a fresh water hose so you can rinse off when you are done in the cage. This tour was 100% safe and professionally ran. I would recommend it for anyone looking to have a good time for a few hours on the island.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
Reviewed by: イーヨー
We have a 5-year-old, so we couldn't go diving, which is why we had to take a submarine to see the underwater world. The boat that takes you to the submarine was cool, and my son, who loves vehicles, was very satisfied to see the moment the submarine surfaced and when the boat docked next to it! After that, we boarded the submarine and began our dive. The visibility wasn't as clear as advertised, but we saw four sea turtles around a sunken ship, which was amazing! The captain was kind enough to go back and forth a few times to help us see the turtles. For the Japanese commentary, you need to set the headphone channel to 1. I was a bit flustered at first because it was in Chinese. Also, as mentioned in reviews, it was cold, so a light windbreaker is necessary. The crew was very friendly. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
うちは5歳がいてダイビングなどできないので潜水艦に乗らないと海の中は見れませんでした。潜水艦まで行く船もかっこいいし、潜水艦が浮上する瞬間やボートが横付けする瞬間など見れて乗り物大好き息子は大満足!その後潜水艦に乗りいざ潜水開始。なかなか透明度は広告くらいありませんでしたが沈没船にホヌが4匹もいて最高でした!ホヌを見るためにキャプテンが何回か行き来してくれて優しかったです。日本語解説は、ヘッドホンのチャンネルを1に設定が必要です。最初中国語であせりました。また、寒いという口コミ通り寒かったので薄いシャカシャカなど必要です。クルーの対応も親切でした。素敵な体験ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: イーヨー
I parked at Pier 5.6 an hour ago, thinking there was a whale watching booth there, but it turned out that the Star of Honolulu was a five-minute walk from there, so I was cutting it close on time. The whale watching at Pier 5.6 is operated by a different company called Atlantis, so be careful about that. The parking fee is a maximum of $30, and I paid $27, so it wasn't much different. Once on board, we listened to the explanation and then went outside to look for whales, but in the end, we couldn't find any. The scenery was amazing.
1時間前からピア5.6の駐車場に停めてそこにもホエールウォッチングのブースがありそこかと思っていたらスターオブホノルルはそこから徒歩5分のところだったので時間ギリギリでした。
ピア5.6のホエールウォッチングはアトランティスという別会社なので注意が必要です。
駐車場はMAX 30ドルで、私は27ドルだったので対して変わりませんでした。いざ乗船して説明聞いてから外に出てクジラを探しましたが結局クジラはみつかりませんでした。景色は最高でした。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that you were unable to encounter any whales. It is genuinely disappointing when it is something beyond our control. We hope you will consider reboarding during your next visit to Hawaii in the winter, and we will continue to strive for improvement. Thank you very much.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラに出会えなかったことは、心より残念に感じております。我々がコントロールできないことで、本当に辛い気持ちです。また、冬の時期にハワイにお越しに際に再乗船していただけるのを願い改善に努力してまいります。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/07 |
Reviewed by: モニカン
The meal was luxurious! The presentation of a whole roasted pig on a cart was impressive! After a photo session, we finally headed to the buffet. There was Hawaiian cuisine, fruits, of course the crispy-skinned roasted pig, roast beef, and desserts. At first, I thought there might not be enough variety, but once I started serving myself, I was completely full. The desserts were almost too much (since it's a buffet, you can go back for more).
The hula dance lesson that you can experience between meals and desserts was also interesting.
Finally, the show was truly entertaining and wonderful, and before I knew it, it was time to end.
食事は豪華!
ガラガラと台車に乗った仔豚の丸焼きの御披露目!それから写真撮影タイムを得て、いよいよビュッフェへ。ハワイアン料理やフルーツ、仔豚の丸焼きはもちろんパリパリの皮、ローストビーフ、デザートまでありました。初め品数が少ないかなと思いましたが、お皿に乗せてみる、そんなことなくお腹一杯になりました。デザートが苦しいくらいです(ビュッフェなので、料理はおかわりもできますよ)。
食事とデザートの合間に体験できるフラダンス講習も面白かったです。
最後にショーは皆さんが記載しているとおり、本当に面白く素晴らしく、あっという間に終了時刻となってしまいました。
Thank you very much for visiting us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time here. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back when you visit Hawaii again.
この度はご来場頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご来場頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー ビュッフェディナー(2階席) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/09 |
Reviewed by: 幸ママ
It was a bit chilly with the wind, but as we started searching for the whales' spouts, we became so focused that it didn't matter anymore. As we ventured further out, we spotted the whales' tails and spouts! Everyone was moving from right to left, shouting excitedly. It was truly moving to see whales in this vast ocean.
少し風が冷たかったのですが、クジラの潮吹きを探し始めると必死になるため、そんなことは関係なくなってしまいました。沖に出るにつれてクジラの尾びれや潮吹きを見つけると!みんの右に左にと移動して、みんな声を出して騒いでいました。この広い海でクジラが見えるのは感動でした。
Aloha! We are excited to hear that you enjoyed your whale watching adventure with us. We love hearing about our guests' experiences, and we are glad you had a memorable time. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again. Thank you for taking the time to write a review!
アロハ!あなたが私たちと一緒にあなたのホエールウォッチングの冒険を楽しんだことを聞いて私たちは興奮しています。ゲストの体験を聞くのが大好きで、思い出に残る体験ができたことを嬉しく思います。私たちはあなたを再びホストする喜びがあることを願っています。レビューを書くのに時間を割いてくれたマハロ!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: yaku
The weather was nice and sunny on the day, but unfortunately, we didn't see any whales. I was told there was a 95% chance of seeing them, which was disappointing. The interior of the boat was clean, the cocktails were delicious, and the scenery was beautiful.
当日は晴れて天候は良かったのですが、
ホエール見えず 見える確率95%と言われましたが残念でした。船内は綺麗でカクテルは美味景色も良かったです。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that you were unable to encounter any whales. Our staff also waits for the whales during this season with hopeful hearts. We hope you will join us again when you visit Hawaii in the winter, and we will continue to strive for improvements. Thank you.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラに出会えずに本当に残念に感じております。我々スタッフもこの時期は、祈るような気持でクジラを待っております。また、冬の時期いハワイにお越しの際に再乗船していただけることを願い、より改善に向け努力してまいります。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/07 |
Reviewed by: まるちゃん
I had a great time horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch, where vast landscapes spread out before you. It's a bit of a distance to Kualoa Ranch, but it's worth the trip. It was unfortunate that the weather was cloudy and windy, but I think the views would be clear and beautiful on a sunny day. I thought I might get tired after two hours, but I didn't feel tired at all; the fun outweighed everything.
広大な景色が広がるクアロア牧場での乗馬体験とても楽しかったです。クアロア牧場まで距離はありますが、行く価値あります。天気が曇りで風が強かったのが残念でしたが、晴れだったら景色も澄んでて綺麗だと思いました。2時間で疲れるかなと思いましたが、全然疲れなく、楽しいが勝ちました。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/13 |
Reviewed by: NAO
On the fourth day of my stay in Hawaii, I visited Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii. When I arrived at the meeting place at the designated time, the driver was checking in guests. The shuttle bus did not have any logos for Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii.
We arrived in about 30 minutes, and while the park wasn't as large as I had imagined, that actually made it easier to get around without getting tired. The signature Tornado and water slides were, of course, fun, but I especially enjoyed trying the FlowRider with a bodyboard for the first time—it was a blast and I was very satisfied with the facility.
The attractions available inside the park seemed to be limited due to staffing, with different options available in the morning and afternoon. I recommend going back to enjoy the fun things you liked in the morning. If you opt for the all-you-can-drink or all-you-can-eat options, you show a paper wristband, but after a day of fun, it tends to get a bit worn out, so I think it's a good idea to hide it under the sleeve of your rash guard.
Having a pool experience in Hawaii was definitely a "yes" for me.
ハワイ滞在4日目にウェット・アンド・ワイルド・ハワイ訪問です。
集合時間に待ち合わせ場所に向かうと、ドライバーのおじさんが受け付けていました。送迎バスにウェット・アンド・ワイルド・ハワイのロゴ等はありません。
30分程で到着し、広さはイメージしたほどは広くなかったものの、かえってその方が移動に疲れずよかったです。
名物のトルネードやウォータースライダーももちろん楽しかったのですが、ボディーボードを使ったフローライダーが初挑戦ながらとても楽しく、大満足の施設でした。
館内の稼働施設は人員の関係なのか、午前と午後で遊べるものが限られます。
午前中に面白かったものはまたすぐに行く事をおすすめします。
ドリンク飲み放題や食べ放題をオプションでつけた場合は紙製のリストバンドを見せるのですが、一日遊んでいるとだんだんボロボロになってくるので、普段はラッシュガードの袖で隠すといいと思います。
ハワイに来てのプール、非常に『あり』でした。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/03 |
Reviewed by: さっちゃん
The ocean floor was much darker than I had imagined, giving me a strong impression of blue! However, I could still distinguish objects, and the transparent blue sea was indeed very mysterious. I had a great experience seeing sharks resting under a sunken airplane and sea turtles taking a break!
想像していたよりも海の底は光が届かないので、とにかく青!青!という印象でした。
ですが物の判別はできますし、透き通った青色をした海はやはりとても神秘的でした。
沈んだ飛行機の下でサメが寝ていたり、ウミガメが休憩していたり…とても楽しい体験をさせてもらいました!
Aloha! Thank you for sharing your review. We are excited to hear that you enjoyed the marine life! In fact, at depths greater than 50 feet, a phenomenon called "color absorption" occurs. This means that fish and corals with bright colors near the surface appear to have duller hues, and often everything looks blue. However, this is a privilege of being able to see the ocean at depths that are usually not experienced. We look forward to your valuable feedback and hope to welcome you on another underwater adventure in the future.
アロハ!レビューを共有していただきありがとうございます。あなたが海洋生物を楽しんだことを聞いて私たちは興奮しています!事実、50フィートを超える深さでは、「色の吸収」と呼ばれる現象が発生します。これは、表面近くに明るい色を持つ魚やサンゴがより鈍い色合いを呈し、多くの場合すべてが青く見えることを意味します。ただし、これは、通常は体験できない深さで海を見ることができる特典です。貴重なご意見をお待ちしております。また、今後の別の水中アドベンチャーでお迎えしたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン<定員48名>※2020年3月31日までのご参加 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/08 |
Reviewed by: ぴろぴろ
I was happy to see the whale's spout and tail in the distance, but I was disappointed with the food on board, which was just light snacks and not very good in terms of quality or taste. The only thing I enjoyed was the strawberries, which were delicious, and I kept eating those. I wish the coffee had been good at least, but unfortunately, that was also disappointing.
鯨は、遠くで潮吹きと尾ひれが見えただけでしたが、それでも嬉しかったですね。ただ船内での食事は軽食とのことで、内容も味も良くなくがっかりでした。唯一フルーツのイチゴが美味しくそればかりをいただいていました。せめてコーヒーが美味しければ良かったのですが、それも残念ながらの状況でした。
Aloha! Thank you for sharing your experience on the whale watching cruise. I'm glad you enjoyed the food and the whales! Please join us again soon for another relaxing evening. Mahalo!
アロハ!ホエールウォッチングクルーズでの経験を共有していただきありがとうございます。食べ物とクジラを楽しんでくれてうれしいです!すぐに別のリラックスした夜にご参加ください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/13 |
Reviewed by: Soumdita
The experience was great. We loved the view from the ceiling and the Luau dance. One thing that could have been done better is the food choice (given the culinary taste that different people have). We didn’t like the fish and chicken served. Overall it was good.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: べにお
The sandbar itself doesn’t offer much to do, but it was a very beautiful place. It’s worth visiting at least once. I also thoroughly enjoyed the sea turtle watching and snorkeling. However, while there were no issues during snorkeling, it was quite cold after getting out, and I was shivering. But the hot cocoa they served at that time was really delicious. The timing was just right, and I was able to enjoy various activities, which was great.
サンドバー自体は特に何をするというわけではないですが、とてもきれいな場所でした。一度は行ってみると良いです。
ウミガメウォッチングやシュノーケリングも十分楽しめました。
ただ、シュノーケリング中は問題ありませんが、出たあとは、季節的に寒く、ぶるぶると震えていまうほどでしたが、その時に出させたホットココアがてとっても美味しかったです。時間的にもちょうどよく、いろいろ楽しめたのがよかったです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: くっきー
2-Hour Horseback Riding Course
Unfortunately, it was raining quite heavily...
I wanted to cancel, but I couldn't.
I went wearing a raincoat.
The horses were very cute and it was fun!
I got completely soaked from the rain, and without a towel, waiting for about an hour for the bus in the cold was hell.
I really wished they had towels available...
Even though the horseback riding was scheduled for 11:00, I was picked up at 6:50 in the morning for some reason.
It took 45 minutes to get to Kualoa Ranch.
That left us with almost four hours of free time.
There are places to eat, but there were very few chairs indoors.
The horseback riding ended at 13:00, and the next bus was at 14:30, so we had to wait again.
I wish they had provided information about the bus schedule before making the reservation.
I recommend booking without transportation and using Uber or a taxi to get there.
The horses were adorable, and the scenery was amazing.
It would be perfect to go on a sunny day!
乗馬2時間コース
あいにくの雨でした
結構ザーザー降り…
キャンセルしたいけど出来ず。
カッパを着て行いました。
馬はとても可愛くて楽しかった!
雨でびしょ濡れになり、タオルもなく、
寒いなか1時間くらいバスを待つ時間が地獄でした。
タオルとか貸して欲しかった…
11:00からの乗馬なのに、
なぜか朝の6:50にピックアップ。
クアロア牧場までは45分。
4時間弱の暇。
ご飯食べるところはあるけど、室内は椅子が少なかった
13:00に乗馬終わり、次のバスは14:30
ここでも待ち時間。
バスの時間についても予約前に記載しておいてほしかった。
送迎なしで予約して、Uberなどタクシー使っていくのがおすすめ。
馬はかわいかったし、
景色もすごかった、
晴れてる日に行けたらサイコー!
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: くっきー
150m parasailing experience
We participated with 10 people.
It seems the sea was rough, as 4 out of 10 people got really seasick.
The man who came to pick us up was funny and made it enjoyable.
The parasailing was amazing with the beautiful sea!
150mパラセーリング体験
10人で参加しました
海が荒れてたのか10人中4人船酔いが凄かった。
お迎えにきてくれたおじさんが面白くて楽しかったです。
パラサーリングは海綺麗で最高でしたー
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/05 |
Reviewed by: ぷち子
I booked a breakfast buffet plan for the "Whale Watching Cruise - Star of Honolulu" with a choice of cultural experiences.
I didn't include transportation and took an Uber taxi from the hotel to Pier 8.
At that time, the weather in Hawaii was consistently "cloudy with occasional rain and strong winds," resulting in high waves.
<Breakfast>
You can freely choose from bread, rice, scrambled eggs (steamed eggs), American sausage, and cereal, along with coffee, tea, green tea, milk, and orange juice.
Around the time we finished breakfast, they provided an explanation about whale watching. Those who didn't have breakfast had to wait until we finished. The explanation was entirely in English, so I somewhat understood it while reading the translations from Google Translate's microphone mode.
<Cruise>
Announcements like "Let's work together to find the whales!" and "The ecology of whales is..." were continuously made in English. At first, I was full of enthusiasm, but the waves were intense, and the wind was strong. It was rocking a lot. As expected, I got seasick, and it became difficult to focus on whale watching. I usually don't get car or airplane motion sickness, but this was a different dimension. (The foreign guests around me seemed fine.) I couldn't spot any whales, and with the seasickness, it turned into quite a heavy activity.
However, those who couldn't see any whales are issued a ticket for another free cruise.
Due to my travel schedule, I didn't use the ticket, but I think it's great that they offer a chance.
Since this activity depends on nature, I recommend understanding that aspect and being prepared to accept the possibility of not seeing whales when making a reservation.
Also, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.
「ホエールウォッチングクルーズ スターオブホノルル号 選べるカルチャー体験」の朝食ビュッフェ付きプランを予約しました。
送迎は付けず、ホテルからpier8までUberタクシーで移動しました。
この時のハワイの天気は、連日「曇時々雨で一日中強風」というタイミングも重なり、波が高かったです。
<朝食>
パン、ごはん、スクランブルエッグ(スチームエッグ)、アメリカンソーセージ、シリアル
コーヒー、紅茶、緑茶、牛乳、オレンジジュース
これらから自由に選べます。
朝食を食べ終わる頃にホエールウォッチングの説明がされます。
朝食を食べ終わるまでの間、朝食なしの人は待っていることになります。
説明は全篇英語なので、Google翻訳のマイクモードで翻訳されたのを読みながら、なんとなく理解しました
<クルーズ>
「みんなで協力しあってくじらを見つけよう!」「くじらの生態は…」というようなアナウンスが終始英語で流れています。
最初はやる気に溢れていたのですが、なんせ波が、すごい。風も、すごい。揺れる。
案の定船酔いしてしまい、途中からホエールウォッチングどころではなくなってしまいました。
車酔いや飛行機酔いはしない方ですが、船は別次元でした。
(周りの外国人の方々は平気そうでした。)
くじらはを見つけることはできず、船酔いをし、なかなかヘビーなアクティビティになりました。
ただ、くじらを見れなかった人にもう一回無料でクルーズできるチケットが発行してもらえます。
旅程の都合でチケットは利用しませんでしたが、チャンスをもらえるのはいいと思います。
自然とのお付き合い次第のアクティビティなので、その点は理解し、諦めを覚悟して予約することをおすすめします。
それと、酔い止めをご持参されることをおすすめします。笑
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy the whale watching this time.
Please come back on a calmer day.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
今回はクジラの観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けず、大変残念に思います。
是非また波の穏やかな日にお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/11 |
Reviewed by: ゆーき
雨予報で天気がそこまで良くなくて不安ではありましたがハワイの空は最高に気持ち良かったです。ぜひまたやりたいです。
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: Y.O.
I experienced this on February 8, 2020! I participated in a tour with Veltra and stayed for about four and a half hours. Since it wasn't crowded, I was able to try almost all the water slides and enjoy the wave pool! There are thrilling free-fall water slides that you can't easily experience in Japan, so I think anyone from adults to children can have fun (^^).
One of the most impressive was the Tornado Slide, where you slide down in a tornado shape after a steep drop—it was truly thrilling and enjoyable! Since I went in February, it was a bit chilly, so it's a good idea to bring something to wear over your swimsuit! I imagine it would be packed in the summer; it was such a fun park!
2020年2月8日に体験して参りました!
ベルトラさんのツアーで参加し、約4時間半ほどの滞在でしたが、空いてたこともあり、ほぼ全てのウォータースライダーを体験、、波が出るプールも楽しむことが出来ました!
日本では中々味わえない急降下のウォータースライダーもあり、大人から子供まで誰でも楽しめると思います(^^)
中でも印象深いのはトルネードスライダーで、急降下からのトルネード状で滑っていく所が本当にスリル満点で楽しめました!
2月に行ったのでやはり肌寒いので、羽織れるものを用意しておくと良いです!
夏は恐らく満員御礼だろうなと思うくらい、楽しいパークでした!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/08 |
Reviewed by: ラムラム
I also requested hotel transportation. It's an orange van with a large picture of a person zip-lining on it for reference. The driver shared a lot about Hawaii's history during the ride and was very friendly. Although it was in English (laughs), most of the staff didn't speak much Japanese, but gestures were enough to communicate.
The zip-lining was truly amazing! I was a bit nervous at first, but I got used to it quickly! It felt great—seeing nature, the ocean, and the sky in such a vast area was the best! Since it requires physical effort, there were several snack points along the way, with fresh macadamia nuts that you crack open with a stone, freshly picked cherry tomatoes, and small apple bananas! Everyone found them incredibly delicious! Please look forward to that!
ホテル送迎も頼みました。
オレンジのワンボックスカーで
ジップラインをしている人の絵が大きく描かれた車です☆ご参考に♪
着くまでの間ドライバーさんがずっとハワイの歴史などお話ししてくれてとても気さくな人でした。英語でしたが(笑)
あ、基本みなさん日本語はほとんど喋れませんでしたがジェスチャーなどで充分通じます★
ジップラインは本当に最高でした!
初めだけ緊張しますがすぐ慣れます!
気持ちよかったです〜
めちゃ広い敷地の中で自然と海と空が見えて最高でした☆
体力使うので合間におやつポイントがいくつもあり、石で割って食べる新鮮マカダミアナッツ や採れたてプチトマト
小さいアップルバナナ!誰もめちゃくちゃ美味し過ぎました!
それも楽しみにしていてください♪♪
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Jenna
This tour is one that you won’t forget! During our shark tour, we had 6 sharks around us for most of our time in the water. The cage allows you to get a close view of the sharks while still viewing safe being in the water. You get a beautiful view of the deep blue water that is unlike anything else. The staff was great, informing us of sharks that are often seen as well as educating us on the sharks we were seeing. The staff also gave fun facts about the island during the boat ride. I could not say enough great things about this tour!
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: ジヨヨ
We rode in a five-seater car with two people! Along the way, we stopped at a spot with stunning scenery to take plenty of photos and switched drivers. With just one person, you can't take photos while driving, so it was definitely better with two!
As advice, be aware that dust can get on your face and nostrils, making them dirty, and there can be sudden downpours along the way. It's a good idea to have a mask or a handkerchief to cover your mouth and nose! Protective glasses and camouflage ponchos are available for rent. Even if it’s not raining when you set off, it’s better to borrow them. The rain can come on suddenly and be very heavy.
I previously experienced a horseback riding course, but this time we went to a different location, allowing us to see another side of Kualoa. It’s truly a place I love and can enjoy no matter how many times I visit!
5人乗りを二人で乗りました!途中、景色が素晴らしい所で車を降りて写真を思う存分撮影し、運転も交代しました。
一人乗りだと運転してる時は写真が撮れない為、結果、二人乗り良かったです!
アドバイスとして、顔と鼻の穴に砂ぼこりが付いて黒くなったり、途中に土砂降りの雨やら‥なので、マスクもしくは、ハンカチなので口と鼻をおおえる物があるといいです!保護メガネと迷彩のポンチョはレンタルあります!出発するとき雨が降ってなくても借りたほうがいいです。本当に突然激しい雨が降ります。
以前乗馬コースを体験しましたが、そのコースとはまた違う場所に行けて、クアロアのまた違う景色が見れたので本当に何回行っても楽しめる、大好きな場所です!
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| Packages: | 1時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Anonymous
Our guide was fantastic, he told us all kinds of information about the landscape and surrounding area. The trail was beautiful as were the views and the blowhole was super cool. Hanauma bay was gorgeous, unfortunately we didnt get to snorkel because they had to close the bay down due to multiple jellyfish stings, but our guide was accommodating and came back early to get us.
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| Packages: | [Temporarily Unavailable] Makapuu Lighthouse Trail & Hanauma Bay Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/19 |
Reviewed by: BOSS
We went with a plan to meet and disperse at the location.
There is only a restroom for changing, so I recommend wearing your clothes there!
There are lockers for valuables, but they are small, and you need to keep the key with you, so having a zippered garment or a small crossbody bag would be convenient!
There was no one who spoke Japanese, so everything was in English.
If you don't understand English, you won't know the explanations of the place or how to proceed next, so it's best to observe what others do.
The fun you can experience there is something you can't find in Japan, and it's the best!
現地集合、現地解散のプランで行きました。
着替えスペースはトイレしかなく、服は着ていくことをおすすめします!
貴重品のロッカーはありますが、小さいのとその鍵は自分でなくさないように持っていくので、ジッパー付き服か、小さい斜めかけかばんあれば便利です!
日本語話せるひといないので、全部英語でした。
英語がわからんとそこの場所の説明とか次はこんな感じでいったらいーよーがわからないので、行った人の見て行ったらよいです。
日本では味わえない楽しさが最高です!!
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| Packages: | 現地集合/解散 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/16 |
Reviewed by: オラフ
The staff were always smiling, and some could speak Japanese, which made me feel at ease and enjoy my time. I had a great time from the morning with high energy. I was satisfied to see both dolphins and whales! Since I participated in January, I thought it might be cold, but it was much colder than I imagined once we got out of the water. There were small children participating as well, and it was sad to see them shivering, so I think parents should definitely bring warm clothing. Also, the boat sways quite a bit, so even those who usually don’t get seasick should take motion sickness medication. It would be the worst to get sick! It was sad to see the kids unable to eat their hamburgers because they got seasick...
スタッフさんはいつも笑顔で日本語を話せる方もいて、安心して楽しく過ごせました。
朝からテンションも高く楽しかったです。
イルカもクジラも見れて満足でした!
1月の参加だったため寒いかなと思っていましたが、海から上がると想像以上に寒かったです。
小さなお子さんも参加されていましたが、ブルブル震えていてかわいそうだったので、親御さんは防寒用具しっかり持って行った方が良いと思います。
あと船は結構揺れるので普段酔わない人も酔い止めは必須です。酔ったら最悪です!
子供さんが酔ってハンバーガーも食べれずかわいそうでした…
Thank you for participating in Dolphin & You. We are glad to hear that you had a fun time, and our staff is happy as well. Even in sunny Hawaii, the temperature drops a bit during the winter, but there are special benefits during this season, such as the opportunity to see whales. We would be delighted if you could join us again in a different season to experience a different side of Hawaii. We look forward to seeing you!
この度は、ドルフィン&ユーへのご参加ありがとうございます。楽しく過ごしていただき、スタッフも喜んでおります。常夏ハワイでも、冬の時期は少し温度が下がりますが、この時期だけクジラがみられるなどの特典もあります。次回は、また違った季節にご参加いただき、違ったハワイを体験していただけたら嬉しいです。お待ちしています!
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: かわさき
It was a fun tour, but it was cold. Next time, I will bring warm clothing. The guide was a fun person.
楽しいツアーでしたが
寒かったです。
次回は防寒着を持って行きます。
ガイドさんが楽しい方でした
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| Packages: | 【選べる特典付き】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/18 |
Reviewed by: ヒロシ
I saw many fish among the wreckage of ships and airplanes. It was impressive to even see a sea turtle. It was a shame that the visibility was slightly poor due to the rain the day before, but I was able to relax and enjoy my time.
船や飛行機の残骸からたくさんの魚が見えました。ウミガメまで見えたのは圧巻でした。
前日の雨で若干透明度が悪かったのは残念だったけど、ゆったり時間を過ごせました。
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your recent experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you again for another underwater adventure in the future! A hui hou (until next time).
5つ星評価のマハロ!あなたが私たちとの最近の経験を楽しんでいると聞いてとてもうれしいです。私たちは、また別の水中の旅のために、将来あなたをお迎えできることを楽しみにしています! A hui hou(次回まで)。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/05 |
Reviewed by: myuka
I challenged myself for the first time in my 29 years of life! I've always been interested, but there weren't many people around me who wanted to try it, so I experienced it for the first time on this trip! Since it was my first time, I can't compare it to other companies, but it was simply the best!
I had heard beforehand that it could be scary when you float, but that wasn't the case at all! I did have some anxiety like, "Is this really okay?" since it was my first time, but in reality, it wasn't scary at all. It felt nothing like a roller coaster; it was very pleasant!
However, my partner who went with me got seasick, so if you tend to get motion sickness, definitely bring some medication! I don't usually get sick, but I still felt that the boat was quite rocky!
29年生きてきて人生で初めて挑戦しました!笑
ずっと興味はありましたが、なかなか周りでやりたいという方がおらず、今回の旅行で初めて経験しました!
初めてなので他社さんとの比較などはできませんが、なんせ最高でした♫
浮かぶときが怖いよ〜とか事前情報はもらってましたけどそんなこともなく!
たしかに初めてだったので、これで本当に大丈夫!?みたいな不安はありましたけど、実際は全く怖いとか、ジェットコースターみたいなふわっと感とか、そんなものも全くなくとても気持ち良かったです!!
ただ一緒に行った相方さんは、船酔いしてしまったので
乗り物弱いなぁと思う方は、酔い止め必須です!!
私は弱くないですけど、それでもかなり船は揺れるなぁとは感じました!
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| Packages: | 高さ120メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/05 |
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Aloha! Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you and your son had a great time. We enjoyed exploring with you. Please join us for another adventure soon. Mahalo!
アロハ!レビューありがとうございます。私たちはあなたとあなたの息子が楽しい時間を過ごせたことを嬉しく思います。私たちはあなたと一緒に探索するのを楽しみました。すぐに別の冒険に参加してください。マハロ!