Reviewed by: たかし
I couldn't see it, but I felt the beautiful sea and the pleasant sea breeze, so I guess it was good!
見ることはできなかったけど、綺麗な海と潮風を気持ち良く感じることはできたので良かったかなと言う感じ!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Good Time.
This is one of our favorite things my wife and I were able to do in Hawaii. We made a mistake while making our order, but they were very accommodating and helped us out. The captain and crew were extremely nice and helped set the tone for a good expedition. Quite a few families with kids went along, as well. The captain took time to spend with a young boy, giving him a treat that you could tell made the boy’s day. The trip gives you a great view of the bay, only improved by very a hospitable captain and crew. And we saw lots of turtles! We really appreciated the experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/10 |
Reviewed by: kaolinacat
I have traveled to Hawaii about 20 times, including long stays, and this is my first visit in four years. I considered taking a bus or renting a car to get to Manoa, but since it was my first time in the area and I wanted to learn about the local plants, I decided to join this tour.
On the day of the tour, there were about four groups of Japanese participants and around four to five groups from English-speaking countries (the mainland, Australia, Italy). Our tour guide, Kanako, attended to everyone using both English and Japanese. I imagine she must have been quite tired from speaking both languages the whole time, but she was always smiling and considerate of everyone, truly a wonderful person.
Kanako's friendly approach made the bus ride and our exploration enjoyable, regardless of nationality. I participated alone, but I had the chance to chat, take photos, and exchange contact information with a woman who was also traveling solo from the mainland, which gave me a sense of the overseas travel experience I had missed. Thank you!
When we left Waikiki, the weather was quite overcast, and I wondered what it would be like in Manoa, but fortunately, it didn't rain during our exploration. We enjoyed the great outdoors while being careful of our footing. Along the way, we heard various stories, and I realized that the information shared during the tour was something I wouldn't have easily obtained on my own, making my decision to join the tour the right one.
After our exploration, we were served sandwiches from Andy's, a three-generation establishment in Manoa, along with water at Tantalus National Park. (The sandwiches here are incredibly filling; I was full after just half and took the rest home. The taste was excellent too, with a delightful sweetness in the bread!) Since it had rained, we ate together under a pavilion. Normally, we could have enjoyed our meal on the grass, further immersing ourselves in nature. After eating, we moved to a spot where we could see Diamond Head, Waikiki, and the airport for photos. Initially, clouds obscured our view of Diamond Head, but the weather changed suddenly, and by the end, we could see a bit of blue sky. I thought it was a miracle.
I usually participate in tours that are exclusively in Japanese, so I found this mixed tour to be a wonderful opportunity to communicate with people from overseas. I believe travel companies should actively promote mixed tours.
At the end, we all hugged goodbye. Although it was a short time, it was a very meaningful experience during my brief stay in Hawaii.
Thank you so much, Kanako! See you again!
ハワイへはロングステイもしたり20回程度は渡航しています。そして4年ぶりのハワイです。マノアへはバスやレンタカーを使っていくことも考えましたが初めての土地とそれから現地の植物等の情報も知りたかったのでこのツアーに参加しました。
当日は日本人(日本語)のグループが4組程度,英語グループ(メインランドやオーストラリア,イタリア)からの参加が4組~5組程度でツアーガイドのKANAKOさんが英語と日本語両方を使って参加者の方々をアテンドしてくださいました。
英語と日本語でずっと話していたのでいつもよりきっと疲れたと思いますがいつもニコニコしていてずっとみんなを気遣っていて本当に素晴らしい方です。
KANAKOさんの対応がフレンドリーでバスの中や現地での散策が国籍問わず一体となって楽しく移動できました。私はひとりで参加しましたが本土からひとりで参加していた女性の方と一緒にお話しして写真を撮ったりメアドを交換したりと久しぶりに海外旅行にきた感触を得ることができました。ありがとうございます。
当日はワイキキを出たときはかなりどんより曇っていてマノアではどうなることかと思いましたが,散策途中は雨は降らず足元に気を付けながら大自然を満喫してきました。途中でいろいろなエピソード等も伺いやはり自分ひとりではなかなか得られない情報だったと思いツアー参加は正解でした。
散策終わるとマノアで3世代続くアンディーズのサンドウィッチとお水がタンタラス国立公園で渡されました。(ここのサンドウィッチはものすごくボリューミーで私は半分だけでお腹いっぱいになり持ち帰りました。そして味も最高。パン生地に甘味があって美味しい!!と思いました)
雨の後だったので東屋のようなところでみんなで食べました。いつもなら芝の上等で自然をさらに満喫しながら食べられたと思います。食後は公園内のダイヤモンドヘッド~ワイキキ~空港までが見渡せる場所へ移動し写真撮影しました。写真撮影の最初は雲がかかってしまっていてダイヤモンドヘッドも見えない状況だったのですが途中から天気が急変して最後はすこしだけ青空が見えました。奇跡だと思います。
私は普段日本語(日本人)だけのツアーを当たり前のように参加します。今回このように混在したツアーは海外に来て海外の方とコミュニケーションをとるすばらしい機会だと思いました。積極的に旅行会社も混在ツアーをアピールしてよいのではないかと思います。
最後はみんなお別れする時はハグしてお別れしました。とても短い時間でしたが短いハワイ滞在の中でとても有意義な時間となりました。
KANAKOさんほんとにありがとうございました♡またね!!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(2024年5月14日まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Natalie
Loved everything about it!
Crew is super chill and personable. Burgers were good - came with chips and a drink.
We had plenty of time to explore the sand bar and snorkel. Crew was comforting, the whole experience was super chill.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/10 |
Reviewed by: R&R
We had a great tour guide who was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was well worth the price. Would recommend this to anyone wanting to visit the memorial on a tight time schedule.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/19 |
Reviewed by: GregS
I have attended this luau on more than one occasion. The food is good, the entertainment is great. Wonderful fire show!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/17 |
Reviewed by: RIO
It was an English narration, but I was able to get a Japanese pamphlet. It seems that the pamphlet was visually easier for the children to understand. It was great to see two sea turtles swimming.
英語ナレーションだけど、日本語パンフレットをもらえた
こどもにはパンフレットの方が視覚的にわかりやすかったようです。
ウミガメが2匹いて、泳いでいるところを見られたのがよかった。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/07 |
Reviewed by: kim
We had such a great time! The captain and his helpers are so friendly they truly make you feel like you're part of their family, great boat with great food would recommend 10/10.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/22 |
Reviewed by: kim
the food was really good, we had such a great time loved every show, but our favorite was the fire one, definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/23 |
Reviewed by: Marisol
It was really fun and engaging. There were a lot of activities for everyone to enjoy. The food was delicious.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Blu3yedblonde
An hour out, we were all (including crew) worrying we wouldn’t see any whales. Crew had seen 1 in the morning.
Into the 2nd hour 2 beautiful hump back made their appearance. They put on an amazing show for us, with multiple breaches. It was truly a memorable tour!
Crew was so positive, friendly, and informative. They were as happy as we were, with such a stunning “show”.
Bummed my videos wouldn’t load, but you get the gist.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Delia
Excellent crew. Trained, attentive, patient with all participants. Useful tips and talented cook.
My super -day 11/21/2022
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/21 |
Reviewed by: Nina L
Great tour! My husband and I really enjoyed it. He doesn’t typically get i to the water from any boat but he did at the sandbar. I loved the snorkel part for myself. The food was great and good selection of alcoholic drink options. I would definitely do this again and highly recommend!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Tina
Noni our tour guide made this experience even better! I have a young child and he engaged with him and made the day fun. Pearl Harbor was somber and something like I’ve never experienced. The USS Battleship Missouri was neat as well. Be sure to get some Dole whip at the snack stand before you leave!
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| Packages: | [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Robyn Doyle
The day was very informative,friendly and all round a fantastic experience
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| Packages: | Best of Kualoa Combo - Movie Tour, Jungle Tour, Farm Tour & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Stu
This sunset dinner cruise was a truely amazing experience for myself and my partner.
The three course dinner was ok, the appetiser and dessert were nothing special, but the main meal was incredible!!! We both couldn’t get enough of the crab!
The dancers were all very talented and was great entertainment onboard.
The singer and his niece also provided great entertainment in between meals.
The fireworks towards the end was also an amazing experience I will not soon forget.
One thing that stopped this from being a 5-star experience was that we were sat opposite a random couple on the same table as us, making this ‘date night’ a lot more awkward than we had expected.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Stu
My partner and I loved it! Such an amazing experience. We saw lots more sharks than expected - the staff were all friendly and made the whole experience as wonderful as possible.
We highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Scott
We saw dolphins and whales. The crew was fun and easygoing.
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| Packages: | Dolphin Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Christine
So much fun . Easy to book and get on the boat. Such a nice staff. Would go again.
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Rania
It was a wonderful day that we felt sorry when we were back to our hotels. Our guide was amazing. He was wonderful storyteller. We enjoyed every moment. We saw breathtaking views, ate the tastiest shrimps ever. We also enjoyed the best Dole Whip from plantation center.
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| Packages: | Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Rania
The whole thing was wonderful. They were very well organized. Time was perfect. The place & the hiking trail was smooth & everybody was behaving as a family member or friend so I didn’t feel alone at all. The team was very cooperative & friendly & kind.
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| Packages: | Diamond Head Crater Trail Hike |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Rania
It was a spectacular show & very entertaining program. I loved the flower shower show. The food was amazing. The team there was well organized & very friendly & helpful. Our guide gave us a very pleasant time in the bus. I surely recommend it. I really enjoyed the party. We bought nice gifts from the gift shop there.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Rania
We spent a very good time there. Our guide, his name is translated as Handsome in English as per his words was Amazing. He told us interesting stories all throughout the way. Also he explained everything in details before our tour.
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| Packages: | [6:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/07 |
Reviewed by: David
As a first time visitor to Hawaii, this 7 hour tour of Honolulu and Pearl Harbor covered everything I was hoping for. Our guide Finny was extremely knowledgable and courteous. The first part of the tour focused on the history of the islands, the culture prior the American annexation and the impact of our occupation on the people and their culture. In addition to taking us to many historical sites, Finny pointed out some familiar Hawaii 50 filming locations and the harbor where the Gilligan's Island 3 hour tour started. The 2nd part of the tour was Pearl Harbor. The visit included dedicated tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial (where the war started) and the USS Missouri Battleship (where the Japanese surrendered to General MacArthur. Finny pointed out many interesting details of the attack and some of the heroes of the day, that I was not previously aware of. The visit was a very moving and memorable experience.
Security does not allow you to enter the base with any back packs or bags. You can carry small items like cell phones and a water bottle. Storage lockers are available.
I highly recommend this tour for first time visitors to Pearl Harbor and Honolulu.
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| Packages: | [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/31 |
Reviewed by: くまゆう
The pickup was on time, and there were no stops along the way to the destination. However, I had booked a transfer and admission ticket package, but the local list only showed the transfer. Since I had printed the voucher and brought it with me, I was able to show it to the local staff and receive my admission ticket, resolving the issue. I will use this service again.
ピックアップ予定時間通りにピックアップしていただけ、途中、立ち寄りもなく目的地への送迎をしていただけました。
ただ、送迎と入場券のコースを予約していましたが、現地のリストでは送迎のみになっていました。
バウチャーを印刷して持参していたので、それを現地係員に見せて、入場券をもらうことが出来て、問題解決です。
また利用します。
Aloha Kumayuu,
I apologize for the inconvenience.
We look forward to your next visit.
Jan
Aloha くまゆう様、
ご迷惑をお掛けして申し訳ございませんでした。
又のお越しをお待ち申し上げます。
ジャン
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| Packages: | デラックス・パッケージ(ランチパック、ボディボード体験など含む)(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/11 |
Reviewed by: MM and Family
Staff was awesome. Boat was comfortabe and accommodating. There were eight of us and we had a great time. Plenty of snacks and food.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: reoちゃん
It was disappointing that the planetarium was closed, possibly still due to the effects of COVID-19, but there were more exhibits than I expected, and the content was rich. I would like to visit again on a day when there are hula lessons.
まだコロナの影響があるのか、プラネタリウムが休止中で残念でしたが、思ってた以上に展示物が多く充実した内容でした。フラレッスンがある日にまた訪れたいです。
Thank you for visiting us. The planetarium programs are held every day except Wednesday, but unfortunately, they are all in English. Starting from November 17, we have resumed paid hula lessons approximately twice a month. Please be sure to sign up for the next hula lesson. Thank you for your comment.
ご来館いただきありがとうございました。プラネタリウムのプログラムは水曜日以外催行されているのですが、残念ながらすべて英語のプログラムです。
11月17日から月2回程度ではありますが、有料フラレッスンを再開いたしました。次回はぜひフラレッスンお申し込みください。
コメントありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Katherine
This was our family’s first ever experience, snorkeling. We did not use the transportation, but drove ourselves. Parking was easy. The check-in process was smooth and on time. The crew was friendly, professional, and extremely entertaining. Sandbar volleyball was a lot of fun and lunch was delicious. We saw so many sea turtles on our way to the reef. We are beginners and the reef size was perfect for us to go all the way around and see lots of fish and turtles. This was a wonderful experience for our first trip to Hawaii and we would definitely recommend.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/22 |
Reviewed by: The Haneys
I highly recommend this! Really funny, informative and truly amazing talent.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/21 |
Reviewed by: Kara
They announced my anniversary which was awesome! Thank you for the great experience to all the staff!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/20 |
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Thank you so much for your kind comments, we will be sure to forward them to your guide too! : ))) Mahalo Nui Loa Cecilia