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It was refreshing to race through while enjoying the beautiful scenery in a buggy. There were also times when a herd of wild cattle crossed our path.
バギーで素敵な景色を見ながら走り抜けるのが爽快でした。
野生の牛の群れが横切ったりするこもありました。
You cannot go down to the filming spot of Jurassic Park (the place where bones are placed).
ジェラシックパークの撮影スポット（骨などが置いてある所）には降りられません。
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**Positive Points:**
- If you have any questions before participating, you can get detailed information via email (as other participants had inquired beforehand).
- On the day of the event, photos from the activity are uploaded to Facebook, allowing you to download them at no extra charge (this was mentioned in reviews and communicated on the day, but it would have been reassuring if it was clearly stated on the website).
- Since the instructor is knowledgeable about Hanauma Bay, you can efficiently snorkel based on the previous day's information and the sea conditions of the day.
- After participating, you get a snack from a selection of snacks and a cold bottle of water (this was quite nice as it helped satisfy a bit of hunger).
- You can borrow a mat that resembles a mat, so you don’t have to sit on the ground.
- There were no additional charges for participating alone (some other tours do charge extra).
- Instead of being lured by the price into an English tour or a shuttle-only tour, going with someone familiar with Hanauma Bay made the snorkeling experience efficient and easy to understand (initially, I planned to join the English tour because it was cheaper).
**Areas for Improvement:**
- I had no complaints about my participation.
- As mentioned above, it would be reassuring if the website stated that you can receive photo data via Facebook.
- Especially in winter, it would be good to have a wetsuit rental plan available from the start (though Veltra might not be able to offer this option, carrying cash is becoming less common overseas, so it would be convenient to avoid searching for cash or exchanging money during participation).
- It would be very convenient if entry fees that must be paid in cash could be paid in advance, including the entry fee.
- It might be good to mention that there is a possibility of a multinational group rather than just Japanese participants (I was aware of this possibility from the reviews and had no resistance to participating in such a tour, but some people might assume it’s only for Japanese participants and feel dissatisfied).
- Since water is provided after participation, it’s a good idea to bring some water with you if you want to hydrate before the event.
- One hour goes by quickly, so a plan that allows for about two hours of swimming would be great.
I decided to participate the day before and submitted a reservation request on a whim, but I received prompt communication regarding the pickup time and location, which was helpful. On the day of the event, there were three participants, including myself, and we snorkeled in pairs. I hadn’t planned to borrow a wetsuit, but since the instructor, Chieko, mentioned she would be wearing a winter wetsuit, I borrowed one at the last minute. If I hadn’t borrowed it, I might have had to give up due to the cold, so I think it’s especially good to borrow one from the start in winter.
I believe there are multiple snorkeling tours at Hanauma Bay, but I was unsure about whether I would receive underwater photo data for this tour. Reviews mentioned that it could be downloaded via Facebook, so I participated with some apprehension, but they uploaded it afterward. As others have noted, you can’t press buttons on your phone underwater. I was able to take photos with a GoPro, but if you want to take pictures with your phone, you need to change the settings to use the side button for the shutter instead of the screen, which is not possible unless you do that. If that’s not possible, it’s better to give up on taking photos and enjoy the actual scenery. Also, since fish and sea turtles move, video is the most enjoyable format.
Although it wasn’t mentioned in the instructions, you can record underwater videos by timing it right: take your phone out of the water, press the record button, and then put it back underwater. To stop recording, take the phone out of the water again. If you want to record videos, that method is reliable.
The age and experience
【良かった点】
・参加前に疑問などがあればメールなどで詳しく教えてもらえる（同じツアーの参加者の方が事前に問い合わせなどを行っていたため）
・当日参加した際の写真のデータをフェイスブックにアップしてくるため追加料金なしでダウンロードできる（クチコミでの記載や当日参加時に教えてもらえましたがベルトラにしっかりと書いていなかったように思うので記載があれば安心できたかと…）
・ハナウマ湾に精通したインストラクターと一緒のため前日の情報やその日の海のコンディションで効率よくハナウマ湾のシュノーケリングができる
・参加後に小腹が空くが複数のスナック菓子からお菓子が一つもらえ冷たい水がもらえる（少し小腹を満たせるためかなり嬉しかった）
・参加前にゴザみたいな感じのマットを借りれるので地べたに座らなくていい
・1人参加でも追加料金がかからなかった（ほかはかかるツアーもある）
・値段につられ英語のツアーや送迎のみのツアーに参加せず、ハナウマ湾に精通した人と一緒に行くことで当たり前だが効率的にシュノーケリングができわかりやすい（最初は安いため英語ツアーにする予定だった）
【悪かったというか今後に向けて】
・参加した不満はなし
・上にも記載したが、サイトにフェイスブックで写真のデータがもらえると記載があれば安心
・特に冬は最初からベルトラでウエットスーツ貸し出しプランがあればよいかと（ベルトラがその選択をできないかもしれないが、海外でも最近現金を持ち歩くことがあまりなく、参加時に現金を探したり両替せずにすむため）
・上とかぶるが絶対に入場料が現金で必要なら入場料込みで事前に支払いができたらとても楽
・日本人限定ではなく多国籍になる可能性があると記載があってもいいかなと思った（口コミを見てその可能性があるとわかっていたしそのようなツアーに参加することに抵抗もないが、人によっては日本人限定と思い込み不満に感じる人もいそう）
・水がもらえるのは参加後のため、参加前に水分補給をしたい場合は少し持参しておくとよい
・１時間はあっという間のため2時間ぐらい泳ぎっぱなしでもよかったためそんなプランがあればよいかと
前日に参加を決めダメ元で予約リクエストを入れましたがピックアップ時間や場所についてすぐ連絡を頂け助かりました。
当日は自分を含め二組の計3名参加でシュノーケリングは2名で行いました。
ウエットスーツを借りる予定はなかったのですが、インストラクターのちえこさんも冬用のウエットスーツを着用すると言っていたので急遽借りましたが借りていなければ寒さでリタイアしていた可能性もあったので特に冬は最初から借りておくと良いと思います。
また、ハナウマ湾のシュノーケリングのツアーは複数あると思いますが自分がこのツアーに参加するか迷った点が水中写真のデータがもらえるか分からなかった点です。
口コミにはフェイスブックでダウンロードできたと書いていたので恐る恐る参加したらあとでアップしてくれていました。
携帯はほかの方も記載していますが水中ではボタンを押せません。自分はGoProで撮影できましたが、携帯で写真を撮るには画面上ではなくサイドボタンでシャッター切る設定などに変更しない限り無理なのでそれが無理なら最初からあきらめ実際の光景を堪能すると良いと思います。また、魚やウミガメは当たり前ですが動くため動画が一番楽です。
案内にはありませんでしたが水に浮いたタイミングや携帯だけ海から出し動画の録画ボタンを押し水中に戻す→動画終了時は再度水中から携帯をだし動画を停止することで水中の動画を撮ることは可能です。もし動画を撮りたい人はその方法なら確実です。
参加者の年齢や経験の有無は運です。そして、その日の海のコンディションや場所によって見える光景もあるため短時間でポイントを押さえまわれるのは非常に効率がいいです。
ただ、正直１時間は短くもっと見たい気持ちはありました。（人によってはしんどいかも…）
また、ウミガメを見れなくても魚や海の中は十分綺麗です。参加した際には3匹ほど見れましたが全て運なので、見れたらラッキーと思って参加すると見れた時の喜びが倍増します！
最後に早朝と昼前のツアーがあると思いますが、次回自分が参加するならば早朝を選びます。早朝に参加し帰宅前には入場ゲートに渋滞が起きていましたが早朝ならそんなことはなくすぐはいれます。そして参加後にホテルで休憩し夕方から出かけたりできるため非常に楽に感じました！
また、ハワイに行くことがあればぜひ参加し体験したいツアーでした。参加を迷っている人は時期により満員とかで参加できない可能性もあるため、参加をお勧めします！
- Rent a wetsuit in winter.
- Videos are recommended over photos taken with a mobile phone.
- Having a GoPro is even better.
- Make sure to get enough sleep and maintain your condition.
・冬はウエットスーツを借りる
・携帯での写真撮影より動画がおすすめ
・GoProがあるとよりよい
・睡眠はしっかり取りコンディションを整える
Thank you for joining our tour. On that day, you were the only two who swam, so you must have swum quite far out, but it seems you wanted to swim even more (laughs). You have quite a bit of stamina! The types of fish you can see and whether you can meet sea turtles depend on the ocean conditions, and since they are natural creatures, it varies every day. Regardless of the situation, we always choose the best course at that time and ensure your safety. We look forward to seeing you again when you visit Hawaii. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
この度はツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございました。あの日は泳いだのがお二人様だけでしたのでかなり沖までたくさん泳いだはずでしたが、それでももっと泳ぎたかったのですね（笑) かなりの体力をお持ちのお客様ですね。どんなお魚を見れるかやウミガメに会えるかなどは海の状況も関係しますし、自然の生き物ですので毎日違います。どんな状況下でもその時の一番良いコースを選んで、いつも安全に案内させていただいております。またハワイにお越しの際には是非お会い出来ますことをお待ちしております。本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo‼︎
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Since it's a large ship, there was no seasickness! The pineapple banana bread was delicious, and we saw plenty of dolphins and whales, which was amazing!
大きい船なので、船酔い無し！
パイナップルバナナブレッドも美味しいし、
イルカも鯨もたくさん見られて最高でした！
Taking photos with Diamond Head in the background from the boat is really great!
船上から見るダイヤモンドヘッドをバックに写真を撮るとすごくイイ！
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your friends. We are honored that the entire crew was able to provide you with a great experience. It was wonderful to see both whales and dolphins. We also appreciate your very positive review and the photos. We look forward to welcoming you back in Hawaii next time.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にお友達とでお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。クルー全体的に大変楽しんで頂きスタッフ一同光栄に思っております。クジラもイルカも見れて良かったですね。そして、大変ポジティブな口コミとお写真も有難う御座います。次回もハワイでお待ちしております。
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It was my first time in Hawaii for our honeymoon, and everything was amazing! I joined this tour because I wanted to see wild dolphins, and with our Japanese guide Ken, I felt safe and enjoyed it from start to finish! He was very knowledgeable, and just listening to him was fun, but I never expected to see whales as well. I was told that if you see a whale's tail, happiness will come, so I'm looking forward to what’s next. This experience included a slide on the boat, which was more thrilling than I imagined! It was so much fun! I want to come back to Hawaii again for some kind of celebration.
ハネムーンで初めてのハワイでしたが全てが最高でした！野生のイルカが見たくてこのツアーに参加しましたが日本人ガイドのKENさんがいて最初から最後まで安心して楽しめました！知識が豊富で聞いてるだけでも楽しかったのにまさかクジラまで会えるとは思いませんでした。クジラの尾びれが見れたら幸せが訪れると教えて頂いたのでこれからが楽しみです。この体験では船に滑り台がついてて想像以上にスリル満載でした！楽しかったです！また何かの記念でハワイに戻ってきたいと思います。
It's a good idea to bring a jacket because it gets chilly after scuba diving!
スキューバダイビング後は冷えるので上着を持って行った方がいいです！
Aloha! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University during your precious honeymoon time. We also appreciate you sharing photos of the dolphins and the Poseidon, as well as your five-star rating. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed not only the encounters with dolphins and whales in the beautiful nature of West Oahu but also KEN's guidance. It seems you had fun with the famous slide on the Poseidon too! Thank you for your comments regarding cold weather preparations. Please come visit us again when you're in Hawaii. Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
アロハ! しなさま。ハネムーンの貴重なお時間の中、イルカ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。イルカやポセイドン号の写真の共有ならびに五つ星評価にも感謝いたします。オアフ西部の美しい自然の中でのイルカやクジラとの出会いだけでなく、KENのガイドも楽しんで頂いたとのこと、嬉しく思います。ポセイドン号名物の滑り台も楽しんで頂いたようですね!! 寒さ対策に関するコメントもありがとうございます。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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During my stay, there was a week of "all-day rain," which happens only once every 15 years, making it difficult to truly experience the essence of this activity. The operators were very kind, and I am filled with gratitude for the captain, who tried to create enjoyable memories despite the rain and rough waves. However, the boat's rocking when heading out was more than expected, and more than half of the passengers ended up feeling unwell.
I definitely want to try again on a sunny day.
滞在中、15年に一度あるかないかという「終日降雨」という日が一週間続き、なかなか本アクティビティの神髄を体験することは叶いませんでした。オペレータの皆様もとても親切でしたし、雨や荒波なりに楽しい思い出を残そうと盛り上げて下さる船長には感謝の気持ちでいっぱいですが、沖に出る際の船の揺れが予想以上で、乗客の半数以上が体調を崩してしまいました。
是非、晴れた日にリベンジしたいです。
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My first experience at Kualoa Ranch!
My companions wanted to do activities like buggies! They love Jurassic Park! I personally love Jumanji! I love nature! So, we started our buggy experience in the heavy rain☆
After the explanation in English, there was also a proper explanation in Japanese◎
After the buggy experience, we were able to enjoy our souvenirs and lunch at a leisurely pace♪
Although the weather was unfortunate, it meant there was no dust flying around, and we got to see the fantastic scenery of sun and rain, along with a rainbow, so it was great☆
クアロア・ランチ初体験！
同行者たちがバギーなどアクティビティがやりたい！ジュラシックパークが好き！私自身はジュマンジが好き！大自然が好き！って事で大雨のバギー体験スタートです☆
英語での説明の後、ちゃんと日本語での説明がありました◎
バギー体験後、お土産もランチもゆっくり楽しめました♪
あいにくのお天気でしたがその分埃が舞うこともなく太陽と雨の幻想的な景色や虹も見れたので良かったです☆
- If there's a forecast for rain, I think it's better to have a poncho or rainwear.
- You can place your luggage in the seat of the buggy (between the driver's seat and the passenger seat).
・雨予報があるならポンチョやレインウェアがあった方がいいと思います
・バギーの座席に荷物は置けました(運転席と助手席の間)
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I received an email asking me to fill out a survey and a pledge, and at that time, I indicated that I did not want any photos. Later, I requested photos via email and received confirmation, and on the day of the event, I asked again for photos. I was told it would be fine, but the scheduled instructor did not show up. As a result, we ended up with just one instructor for the three of us beginners, so no photos were taken (although we did get a free photo of us on the board on the beach).
The surfing took place in a safe area, and the instructor provided guidance that was manageable for beginners. However, since there was only one instructor, I question whether we received enough attention. That said, the weather was beautiful, the scenery was stunning, and just floating in the ocean felt great. The Hawaiian instructor was cheerful and had a relaxed attitude, not worrying too much about the details, which is definitely a positive aspect. If you think of it as "Hawaiian time," it doesn't bother you at all.
メールが届いてそこからアンケートや誓約書などを書くのですが、その時に写真は希望しないにしてしまい、その後、メールで写真をお願いして了承を貰い、当日も写真を撮ってほしいとお願いしたのですが｢大丈夫｣とはいわれたのですが、予定のインストラクターが現れず、結果、1人のインストラクターで、私たち初心者の3人を見ることになったので、写真は無しになりました(無料で砂浜の上でボードに乗る写真だけは撮っていただきました)。
サーフィンは安全な場所で、初心者に無理の無い様に指導して貰いました。ですがやはり1人のインストラクターだったので十分に出来たかは疑問です。ただ、天気が良く、景色が素晴らしく、海に浮かんでいるだけでも気持ち良く。ハワイのインストラクターは陽気で細かいところは気にしないというおおらかさが良いところではありますね。
ハワイタイム？と思えば気にもなりません。
You can go without bringing anything, as everything will be provided for you. There are lockers with locks available.
何も持たずに行って、全て用意してくれます。鍵付きのロッカーあり
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Positive Points
- I was able to see many whales, and I was more satisfied than I had expected.
- Even during the times when whales were not visible, I enjoyed a comfortable cruise while taking in the scenery.
- Important announcements were made in Japanese, which made me feel secure participating in the tour.
- I had the unexpected and delightful experience of encountering a honu (sea turtle) at the time of departure.
- The banana cake provided was very delicious and left a lasting impression.
Points for Improvement
- Although there were announcements when whales were spotted, the sound from the microphone was muffled and hard to hear.
- The observation deck on the third floor did not allow for easy movement between the left and right sides, which meant that the view was biased either to the right or left rather than being 360 degrees. While it was possible to move in the back, it took time to get to the opposite side when at the front.
- Due to legal regulations requiring a certain distance from the whales, this is understandable, but if you are imagining seeing the whales up close with great intensity, you might feel a bit unsatisfied. In reality, the whales appeared somewhat small.
- Although there were restrooms available, the amount of toilet paper was limited from the start, and there was no replenishment during the trip.
良かった点
- 多くのクジラを見ることができ、期待以上に満足感があった。
- クジラが見えない時間帯も、景色を楽しみながら快適にクルージングを満喫できた。
- 重要な案内については日本語でのアナウンスもあり、安心して参加できた。
- 出航時にホヌ（ウミガメ）に出会えるという、思いがけない嬉しい体験があった。
- 提供されたバナナケーキがとても美味しく、印象に残った。
惜しかった点
- クジラ発見時のアナウンスはあったものの、マイクの音がこもっていて聞き取りづらかった。
- 3階デッキの展望台先頭部分は左右の行き来ができず、360度見渡せるというよりも、右側か左側のどちらかに視界が偏ってしまった。後方では移動可能だが、先頭にいると反対側へ移動するのに時間がかかる。
- 法律上の規制によりクジラとの距離を保つ必要があるため、仕方のない点ではあるが、間近で見る大迫力のクジラを想像していると、やや物足りなく感じる可能性がある。実際にはクジラはやや小さく見えた。
- お手洗いは完備されていたものの、トイレットペーパーの量が最初から少なく、途中での補充もなかった。
It's recommended to bring hats and outerwear that are less likely to be blown away, as well as sunglasses for sun protection. If you have binoculars, you might be able to see whales in a more impressi
飛ばされにくい帽子や羽織もの、日差し対策としてサングラスの持参がおすすめです。
双眼鏡があれば、クジラをより迫力ある姿で見ることができるかもしれません
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. We truly appreciate your detailed review and the photos. We are very pleased with all the positive points you mentioned. We will also report the areas for improvement to management and strive to make enhancements. It was wonderful that you were able to encounter the sea turtles and whales this time. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。大変詳しい口コミとお写真を有難うございました。良かった点のすべては大変嬉しく思っております。そして、惜しかった点のお声はマネージメントに報告し改善できるよう心がけて行きたいと思っております。今回ホヌとクジラに出会えて本当に良かったですね。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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I participated in a 2-hour buggy ride. Wearing a helmet is mandatory. Goggles and masks are provided. It's up to you whether to use them, but since you'll get covered in dust, I chose to wear them. The scenery is magnificent. They take you to filming locations from Jurassic Park and Jumanji. I think you can enjoy it even if you don't know the movies. You'll return to Honolulu around 2:00 PM.
2時間バギーに参加しました。
ヘルメットの着用が必須です。ゴーグルとマスクも渡されます。使用するかは自由ですが砂埃まみれになるので私は使用しました。
景色は壮大です。ジュラシックパークやジュマンジのロケ地に連れて行ってくれます。映画を知らなくても十分楽しめると思います。ホノルル帰着は14:00くらいです。
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Since it was my first time, I was scared and nervous. However, other customers encouraged me and cheered me on, so I gradually got used to it and was able to enjoy the scenery around me (though I was still scared…). The sea breeze was pleasant and absolutely wonderful.
初めてなので怖くて緊張しまた。他のお客様さん達が声をかけてくれたり盛り上げてくれたので少しずつ慣れてきて周りの景色を見れました(やはり怖かったですが…)海の風はここち良く最高でした。
Anyway, if everyone gets excited together, we can have fun!
とにかく皆んなでテンション上げれば楽しめる！
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In conclusion, I was able to see the whales spouting only a few times. I wish I could have seen them a bit closer. However, the boat was large and stable, so I was quite satisfied to sit in a deck chair and enjoy the leisurely feeling of a boat trip. While sitting in the deck chair and looking at the views of Diamond Head and Waikiki from the sea, I was able to listen to various information about whales in Japanese through the onboard announcements, which was very educational!
結論から言うと、クジラの潮吹きは数回だけ見ることが出来ました。もう少し近くで見えると良かったかなと思います。ただ、船も大きくて揺れも少ないので、デッキチェアに座ってゆったり船旅気分を味わえたのはかなり満足でした。海から眺めるダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキの風景を見ながらデッキチェアに座り、日本語でクジラについての様々な事を船内放送で聞けて勉強になりました！
I felt that there wasn't much swaying, so it seemed like there wouldn't be much seasickness. On the boat and inside, the wind and air conditioning are strong, so a jacket is essential!
揺れも少ないので船酔いもあまりないのではと感じました。
船上や船内は風やクーラーがきいているので上着は必須です！
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. It was great to see the whales spouting this time. We hope that next time you can see them even closer. Thank you for the wonderful photos and your very positive review. We look forward to seeing you again in Hawaii next time.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。クジラの潮吹きも今回見れて良かったですね。次回は是非とももっと近くで見れるといいですね。お写真と大変ポジティブな口コミも有難う御座います。次回もハワイでお待ちしております。
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<Recommended Route: Prepare a QR Code>
1. Arizona Memorial. Show your QR code at the Audio Tours entrance to receive a Standby Line number, borrow a Japanese guide device, and walk south to board the boat. Return the guide device after the tour.
2. Bowfin Submarine. Walk north and enter using the QR code. There is a dedicated guide device here.
3. There is a Shuttle bus stop to the northeast, so board the bus.
4. Get off at the USS Missouri and enter using the QR code; there is a Japanese guide available.
5. Board the bus again and get off at the Aviation Museum, entering with the QR code. There is a dedicated guide device here. Be sure to check out the many fighter planes displayed outdoors when you go around to the back of the building.
＜おすすめ順路：QRコードを準備していくこと＞
1.アリゾナ記念館。入場正面のAudioToursでQRコードを見せStandbyLineナンバーを発行してもらい、日本語ガイド端末を借りて南へ歩いてボートに乗る。終了後にガイド端末を返却する。
2.ボーフィン潜水艦。北に歩いてQRコードで入場。ここ専用のガイド端末あり。
3.北東にShuttleバス停があるので乗車
4.戦艦ミズーリで降りてQRコードで見学、日本語ガイドさんがいます。
5.またバスに乗り航空博物館で下車しQRコードで入場。ここ専用のガイド端末あり。建物の裏側にまわると屋外に多くの戦闘機が展示されているので必見。
The entrance shop sells clear bags, so you can put a little bit of your belongings in there. Each facility has places where you can eat, so you should be fine with almost empty hands.
入口の売店にクリアバッグが売っているのでそれに入れればちょっとの荷物は持ち込めそう。いずれの施設にも食事できるお店がありますのでほぼ手ぶらで大丈夫でしょう。
アロハ、マサヒさん。パールハーバー航空博物館にお越しいただきありがとうございます。ここで素晴らしい時間を過ごされたと聞いて嬉しいです。またのご来館をお待ちしております！
Aloha Masahi, Thank you for visiting the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. I'm happy to hear that you had a wonderful time here. We look forward to welcoming you again!
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Satomi and her group had an amazing time, and the live music on the boat was wonderful! It was a bit cold, but we could do as much snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking as we wanted! The fish were so big that it was a little intimidating. Seeing the black, fast sea turtles in person was like being in heaven.
サトミさん御一行が最高に楽しくて、船の生演奏も素敵！少し寒かったけど、シュノーケリングのサップもカヤックもやり放題！魚はデカすぎてちょっとビビります。黒くて早い海亀も生で見れて天国でした。
If you're coming in winter, bring a jacket!
冬に来る人は上着！
Aloha Tayo ni,
Thank you for participating in the KBOS Sandbar Tour. We are delighted to receive your 5-star review along with beautiful photos. It was truly lucky to encounter the turtles. We look forward to your next participation, from all of us at the crew.
Team KBOS
Aloha たよに様
この度はKBOSのサンドバーツアーにご参加いただき、ありがとうございました。きれいなお写真と共に５スターのリビューをいただけて嬉しいです。
亀に遭遇できたのは、本当にラッキーでしたね。
またのご参加をクルー一同お待ちいたしております。
Team KBOS
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The weather was bad, but that actually turned out to be a good thing. It rained a little, and since the ground was wet, there was no dust being kicked up, which I was worried about because of the reviews mentioning getting muddy, but that didn't happen. My son, who was driving, was happy about it. However, it was all in English without any interpretation, so I couldn't understand anything, which was disappointing. If there had been a Japanese interpreter, I would have enjoyed it much more.
天気は悪かったのですが、それがむしろ良かったです。少し雨が降り、地面が、湿っていたので、ホコリが巻き上がらず、泥だらけになる、の口コミにびびってましたが、それはなかったです。運転した息子が、喜んでました。ただ通訳がなく、全て英語だったので全く分からず残念でした。日本語通訳があればもっと楽しめました。
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Since the guide was very energetic and spoke in English from the morning, I had some concerns about the mountain climbing, but my motivation to climb increased.
朝からとても元気よく英語でのガイドしてくれたので山登りに多少の心配がありましたが、登る気分が高まりました。
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Driving a buggy through nature!
I signed up for this tour for a trip with my 67-year-old mother! I was a bit anxious about driving, so we opted for a driver, but it seemed like I could have driven myself! We drove through nature at about 20 kilometers per hour and were guided to locations that were used as filming sites for movies, and they also took wonderful photos for us!
They provided explanations at various points, but it was in English, so I couldn't understand anything... I think I would have enjoyed it more if I understood English.
The facility has places to grab light snacks, a restaurant, and a souvenir corner.
Next time, I want to go for a walk in nature on horseback!
大自然の中をバギーでドライブ！
67歳の母とのふたり旅で、こちらのツアーに申し込みました！運転は不安でしたのでドライバー付にしましたが、運転出来そうな感じでした！自然の中を時速20キロ程度で走行し映画のロケ地になった所などへ案内してもらえ、素敵な写真も撮影してくれます！
所々で説明もしてくれますが、英語でしたので、全く解らず…英語がわかればもっと楽しめたと思います。
施設には軽食が取れる場所やレストラン、お土産コーナーもあります。
次は馬に乗って自然の中をお散歩したい！と思いました。
It's better to be able to speak English! While there are people at the reception who can speak Japanese, the guides will be speaking only in English. Being able to speak English will enhance your expe
英会話できた方がいい！受付では日本語できる人もいますが、ガイドさんは全て英語です。英語ができた方がより楽しめます！気温も確認し長袖を持っていったほうがいいと思います。
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I arrived in Honolulu on the morning flight the day before and went whale watching on the first evening with Dolphin Hawaii on their small, small catamaran. This time, I had the experience of whale watching on consecutive days. On both days, I was able to see whales.
On the small, small catamaran, I enjoyed watching a pod of dolphins swimming alongside us and what appeared to be a family or siblings playing right next to the boat. However, for those who are prone to seasickness or sensitive to the rocking of the boat, I think it would be more reassuring to board the Star of Honolulu, where you wouldn't have to worry as much about seasickness.
If you're looking for a more thrilling and intimate marine experience, I recommend the small, small catamaran. On both days, I was able to see whales from either boat.
前日にホノルル朝便到着し初日夕刻にイルカハワイさんの小さな小さな双胴船でホエルウォッチングに出ていました
今回は連日でのホエルウォッチング体験でした
前日、今回とクジラ見ることが叶いました
小さな小さな双胴船では
イルカの群れが並走？並泳？していたり双胴船の直ぐそばで家族？兄弟兄妹？が遊びたわむれていると思われる様子を堪能出来ました
ただ、船酔いする方や揺れや遊園地のアトラクションに弱い方には
スターオブホノルルに乗船する方がより船酔いを心配せずに安心していられるかと思います
より迫力ある身近な海洋体験だと小さな小さな双胴船をお勧めします
今回はどちらの船でも両日共にクジラ見られました
If you are prone to seasickness or are sensitive to amusement park rides, I recommend the Star of Honolulu. A small yacht can be quite challenging on windy or rainy days. However, for those who really
船酔いする方、遊園地アトラクションに弱い方はスターオブホノルル号を
小さな船ヨットは風ある日や雨降りだと結構辛い
ただ、とにかく傍でイルカだと言う方には小さな双胴船を勧めます
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. We also appreciate your advice comparing the Star of Honolulu with the catamaran. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the relaxing views from the ship. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。スターオブホノルル号とカタマランとの比較のアドバイスも有難うございました。スターオブホノルル号でゆったりと船上からの景色も楽しんで頂き大変嬉しく思っております。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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1000ft flying was awesome and we were really excited! All stuff is friendly and humorous. We will absolutely come back here to enjoy Hawaii ocean again. Thank you!
The shuttle driver was cheerful and it was fun. It takes a bit of physical effort, but once you reach the top and see the view, your spirits lift, and I even saw a rainbow. It was a bit cloudy, so if it had been sunnier, it would have been even better.
送迎の運転手さんが愉快で楽しかった。
体力は少し使うけど、登りきって景色を見れば気分上々で虹も見れました。
少し曇り気味だったのでもっと晴れてたらもっと最高
There are some areas along the way where the ground is uneven.
途中足元がガタガタなところがあります
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We participated as a group of six, including a couple and my brother's family (in their 50s, 20s, and a high school student). It was cloudy and a bit chilly in the morning, but by 9 AM, the sun came out, and we were able to fly in clear skies. The staff was friendly and easy to understand, and we even got to see whales, making it a wonderful New Year!
夫婦と弟家族の6人（50代と20代と高校生）で参加しました。朝一番は曇っていて少し寒そうでしたが、9時からの私たちは日も照り出し快晴の中を飛べました。スタッフの方も分かりやすく親切で、クジラも観れてとても良いお正月になりました!!
When it's cloudy, a large bath towel is necessary.
曇ってると大きなバスタオルが必要です。
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The tour wasn't bad, but it wasn't as fantastic as I had hoped for. "Lunch" was a simple sandwich and a pack of chips that left us hungry. The sandbar was beautiful but snorkeling was underwhelming.
Make sure you bring your own food.
Aloha Bunny,
Thank you very much for choosing our tour and for taking the time to share your honest feedback.
We apologize that the lunch provided did not meet your expectations. We aim to provide a convenient meal to keep the energy up, but we understand that a sandwich and chips may feel light after a morning of activity. Your comments regarding the portion size and variety are very helpful, and we will certainly review our catering options with our team.
Regarding the snorkeling, the marine conditions can vary day to day, but we are sorry to hear it felt underwhelming during your visit. We will use your feedback to look into how we can better guide our guests to the best viewing areas.
We value your patronage and hope to have the chance to welcome you back in the future for an experience that truly exceeds your expectations.
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
The catamaran ride offered beautiful views, and the Hawaiian fishpond tour was educational.
Along Pearl Harbor, we enjoyed the stop at Punchbowl Cemetery, and the city tour of Honolulu highlighted key sites
Aloha and mahalo nui loa for your kind words!
We're so happy to hear you had a memorable time exploring Oahu's historical sites with Polynesian Adventure.
We look forward to welcoming you both back for another unforgettable island adventure!
With warm aloha,
The Polynesian Adventure ʻOhana
The Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour was a fun and fascinating experience and well paced!
This ATV tour at Kualoa Ranch was an absolute highlight - scenery incredible and riding through it on an ATV made the experience even more exciting.
Crews are so friendly, music is great, sandwiches are delicious, everything is good except the cloudy weather, so definitely gonna book again when the weather is nice
There are changing rooms on the boat, bring the dry clothes
Aloha Amber,
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you had enjoyed everything. We are looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
We brought our family of 3 on this excursion. For reference our kids are 11,9 and 6. They had alot of keep the entertained. Paddle boarding, kayak, snorkeling and snacks. As well as a bathroom on board their boat. The boat was nice and clean! It was a fun excursion that took about half of the day with travel time from our resort at the Aulani. Defintely worth our time! The weather was nice and sunny on the day we went so it was nice to relax on their floating raft.
Aloha Kyky,
Thank you very much for your 5-star review! We are so happy that all your family had a great time with our tour.
We are looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Team KBOS
It was disappointing that I couldn't experience the whale watching I was looking forward to, but I was able to see the views from the backside of Diamond Head, which made for a valuable experience.
期待していた様なホェールウォッチングが出来なかったのは残念でしたが、ダイヤモンドヘッドの裏側の景色なども見られ、貴重な体験になりました。
The coffee was sold out, so I had tea instead, but later I was able to have coffee as well. ☕
珈琲が売り切れで、紅茶にしましたが、後で珈琲も頂けました☕
Thank you very much for joining us on the Star of Honolulu with your friends. We are sorry that you were unable to see the whale behaviors you were hoping for, but we are very pleased that you enjoyed the views from the boat and the morning cruise. We look forward to welcoming you back to Hawaii next time.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご友達とお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。期待されていた様なクジラの生態を見れなかったことが残念でしたが、船上からの景色と朝のクルーズも楽しんで頂き大変嬉しく思っております。また次回もハワイでお待ちしております。
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My wife and I booked the morning 2hr whale watch cruise and it was breathtaking. The views all the way throughout the cruise was the highlight. Not to mention the whales we spotted in the distance. The cruise staff were all very helpful and welcoming. The pineapple banana bread was one of the best I have ever had! I would recommend this activity to all friends and family that come to Oahu
Take ginger pills or gravol if you are sensitive to motion
I had seen all the Jurassic World movies, so the atmosphere and scenes from the films came back to life, and I was really excited.
ジェラシックワールドの映画すべて見てたので、その世界観&映画のシ-ンがよみがえってとてもワクワクしました。
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