All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

This was my second visit. I was guided to an outdoor seat, but when I requested to change to an indoor seat, I was taken to the second floor, which had a nice atmosphere, and we started our meal. The food was delicious. However, about 30 minutes in, a group of around eight people who completely disregarded the surrounding environment sat nearby. Their loud, almost shrill laughter and vulgar tone ruined the atmosphere. It seemed that most of them had been living in Hawaii for a long time, engaging in noisy conversations in Japanese. They had no manners, and I felt that it lowered the establishment's dignity and reputation. Since I was traveling, I chose not to say anything, and I understand that the restaurant cannot choose its customers, but it would have been nice if they had some measures in place to maintain the restaurant's standards. It was a shame to have such a wonderful dinner ruined. It was disappointing, especially since the food was so good.

２度目の往訪。屋外の席に案内されたが、室内に変更を希望すると２階席に案内され、雰囲気もよく、会食を開始。料理はおいしかったです。ところが、開始３０分後、周囲への迷惑を全く気にしない集団８名ほどが近くの席に。特に女性陣のけたたましい、奇声に近い笑い声、下品な口調で雰囲気は台無しに。ハワイに長く住んでいる方々が大半の様で、日本語でのうるさい会話。マナーも無く、お店にとっても品格が下がり、品位が疑われるのではと思われました。旅行中なので敢えて注意しませんでしたし、お店も客は選べないのでしょうが、お店の格を守るためにも注意が合っても良かったのでは。せっかくのディナーは台無しに。美味しかっただけに残念です。

We participated as a family of five.
At first, we were shown a video in Japanese, so there were no problems.
For now, we got covered in sand. (laughs)
That said, they provided goggles and something to cover our mouths, so it wasn't an issue.
There are ups and downs, but it's not as scary as it sounds. We departed in groups of about ten, and the guide stopped at points to provide guidance, but I couldn't understand what he was saying in English. I think it would be helpful to have a translation app.
At one of the stops, a local staff member will take photos for you, so be sure to ask.
Also, since we had two hours, I think we really got to enjoy nature in the end.

家族5人で参加しました。
最初の説明などは日本語でのビデオを見せてもらえるので問題ありません。
とりあえず、砂まみれになります。笑
とはいえ、ゴーグルや口をおおうものをくれるので問題なかったです。
アップダウンはありますが、恐怖ほどはないです。10台ずつぐらいまとめて出発し、ガイドさんがポイントで止まりガイダンスしてくれますが、英語で何をいってるのか不明でした。翻訳アプリあるといいと思います。
途中のポイントでは現地スタッフのお兄さんが写真を撮ってくれるので頼んでみましょう。
あとは、、2時間あるので最後は自然を充分味わった感があると思います。

I had a wonderful night in Hawaii♡ It started while it was still bright in the evening, and I enjoyed the transition of the sky from dusk to night♪

とても素晴らしいHawaiiの夜を過ごす事ができました♡夕方明るいうちから始まり､夕暮れから夜になる空の移り変わりも楽しめました♪

My son had the best experience all thanks to Gio, thank you and your crew.

Last time, I participated in a different sandbar tour with Veltra around the same time, but it was so deep that my daughter, who is nearly 140 cm tall, couldn't touch the bottom, and it was cold, so we wanted to try again. It was really great!! We saw a lot of fish and were able to do many marine sports, which was the best. Even my 9-year-old daughter, who can't swim at all, had no problems with snorkeling for the first time. The banana boat was also fantastic. I would love to participate again. If I had to say something, I wish there were a few more drinks available...

前回、同じ時期にベルトラの別のサンドバーツアーに参加しましたが、140センチ近くある娘の足が付かないほど深くて、かつ寒くて今回リベンジ。凄く良かったです！！魚もたくさん見れて、マリンスポーツもたくさん出来て最高でした。全く泳げないシュノーケリングも初体験の9才の娘でも問題ありませんでした。バナナボートも最高でした。また参加したいです。強いて言うなら、もうちょっとドリンク類置いて欲しかったな、、、

About 15 people, including Australians and African Americans, boarded the boat together. All the explanations were in English, which made it quite challenging to understand, but it was okay because I could grasp the atmosphere. The views were amazing, and the breeze felt great!

オーストラリア人や、アフリカ系の黒人たちと15名ほどが一緒に船に乗りました。
説明も全て英語で、聞き取りも大変でしたが、雰囲気で分かるから大丈夫。
最高の景色と風が気持ち良かったです！

I participated on September 10. Despite paying a fairly high fee, three activities were closed. By around noon, it seemed that the staff were short-handed due to their breaks, leading to even more closed activities. They did not reopen until we boarded the return bus before 3 PM. It felt almost like a scam. Perhaps it would have been different on another day, but that was the only day my family could go. If you decide to book, it seems to be a matter of luck.

現地日付9月10日に参加しました。まぁまぁ高い料金を払ったのにクローズドのアクティビティが3箇所。昼くらいになるとスタッフが休憩に入る事で人手が足りてないのか、更にクローズドのアクティビティが続出。15時前に帰りのバスに乗るまで再開されませんでした。殆ど詐欺レベルという印象です。他の日なら違ったのかもしれませんが、私達家族が行けたのは其の日だけなワケで。申し込むなら運次第でしょうね。

I was hesitant to participate because I'm not good with heights, but I decided to join since it was a special opportunity. Once I got up there, the fear disappeared, and I was just able to enjoy the wonderful scenery. It was an extraordinary experience. Before I knew it, it was over, and I was laughing. The final landing was expertly done by the professionals, gently touching down in the sea. It really got my adrenaline pumping. The boat was quite rocky, so a strong motion sickness pill is a must.

高い所は苦手で参加するか迷いましたが、せっかくなのでと参加しました。
上がってしまえば怖さはなく、ただただ素敵な景色が見える♪非日常な体験です。
ワーワー言っているうちに終わります笑
最後の着水はプロの技で上手に海にポチョンとつけてくれました。テンション上がります。
船の揺れはすごいのでガッチリ効く酔い止め必須です。

Cousin Gaby was hilarious and informative. The site was breathtaking.

We enjoyed this trip a lot. The crew did they best to make sure we had good time and were safe. Live music was awesome!

The staff were very kind, and it was a fun experience. They do some really enjoyable things, so let's keep the energy high!

スタッフな方もとても親切で楽しい経験でした。なかなか楽しいこともしてくれるので、テンション高めいきましょう。

It was a very good and fun experience, from pushing out the canoe to lifting it up, together with the staff. We paddled out to the open sea and rode the waves. I definitely want to recommend it.

カヌーを押し出すところから、押し上げる迄、スタッフの方達といっしょで、とてもいい　楽しい経験でした。沖まで漕いで、波に乗って。　是非ともおすすめしたいです。

Out of 16 participants, we were the only two Japanese. On the bus, we introduced ourselves in English, and if you're proficient in English, you'll have a great time. The guide was kind, but we understood more than half of the content. In the morning activities, swimming was prohibited at the waterfall in the botanical garden due to lack of rain (the waterfall itself was dry and not flowing), so I recommend snorkeling. The kayaking was just under an hour on the river. The stops along the bus route included a coconut farm, a fruit stand (a roadside shop), and a shopping mall (single-story). We bought a papaya for $4 at the fruit stand (it was perfectly ripe and very delicious when we ate it at the hotel), and we had Matsumoto's shaved ice at the shopping mall. We had plenty of time and enjoyed ourselves.

参加者16人中、日本人は私たち２人だけ。バスでは英語で自己紹介をするなど、英語が堪能であれば十分楽しめます。ガイドさんは親切でしたが、私たちは半分以上内容を理解できませんでした。午前中のアクティビティーは、植物園の滝は雨不足で水泳禁止だったので（滝自体、枯れ枯れで流れていません）、シュノーケリングをお勧めします。カヤックは川で１時間弱。バスの途中立ち寄り場所は、ココナッツ農園、フルーツスタンド（道路脇の売店）、ショッピングモール（平屋）でした。フルーツスタンドでパパイアを１個$4で買い（ホテルで食べたら、食べごろでとてもおいしかったです）、ショッピングモールでマツモトのかき氷を食べました。時間的には余裕があり楽しめました。

I drove a buggy in the magnificent nature. The ups and downs are intense. There was no Japanese guide, so I could hardly understand what was being said. I only enjoyed about half of it, but I think those who understand English would have a great time. Besides buggies, there are cycling and horseback riding options.

雄大な自然の中、バギーで運転しました。アップダウンは激しい。日本語ガイドいないので何言ってるかほとんど分からず。半分ほどしか楽しめてないが、英語がわかる方はすごい楽しいと思います。バギー以外に、サイクリング、ホースがあります。

We rode four-wheel buggies as a family. My spouse and I took turns driving, and it was truly enjoyable to see the wonderful scenery of Hawaii while off-roading. The kids were also thrilled. The guide spoke English, so it was difficult for me to understand everything with my listening skills, but they cheerfully shared many stories about the history of Kualoa Ranch. They were a wonderful guide.

家族で4輪バギーに乗りました。夫婦で交代で運転でき、オフロードを走りながらハワイの素晴らしい景色を見られて本当に楽しかったです。子供も大喜びでした。ガイドさんは英語だったので、私のリスニング力では全ての理解は難しかったですが、ハキハキ明るくクアロアランチにまつわるハワイの昔話を随所随所でお話してくださりました。とても素敵なガイドさんでした。

I checked in at 9:30 for my 10:00 reservation and boarded the boat as soon as the previous group returned. There were two crew members and ten passengers. Right after boarding, we put on life jackets and seat belts, and took turns jumping. I was nervous until we took off, but once we were in the air, the sound of the wind was pleasant, and the blue of the sky and sea was beautiful. It was amazing to see Diamond Head and Waikiki from the ocean side.

10時予約のため9時30分に受付、前のグループが戻って来てすぐに乗船。
クルーは2人、乗客は10名でした。乗船後すぐにライフジャケット、ベルト着用、順番に飛びます。飛ぶまではドキドキしましたが、上空に上がると風の音が心地良く、空と海の青さが綺麗で海からダイヤモンドヘッド、ワイキキの景色を海側から見ることが出来素晴らしかったです。

The sandbar was not a beach but a shallow area that was about knee-deep. However, since I checked the tide data in advance, I was able to enjoy it quite a bit. Everyone had fun playing beach volleyball and practicing snorkeling.

The hamburgers for lunch were incredibly delicious. I was also amazed by the number of sea turtles we saw.

The final snorkeling experience was wonderful, with clear water and lots of tropical fish. Even for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer, it was enjoyable.

All the crew members were fantastic, always keeping us entertained and paying close attention to safety, for which I am very grateful.

サンドバーは砂浜ではなく膝下くらいまで浸かる浅瀬でしたが、それは事前に干潮満潮データを見て行っていたので、それはそれなりに楽しめました。みんなビーチバレーやシュノーケルの練習を行い楽しかったです。
昼食のハンバーガーもめちゃくちゃ美味しくいただきました。
ウミガメウォッチもめちゃくちゃいて驚きました。
最後のシュノーケルは水中がきれいで熱帯魚達がたくさんいました。泳ぎが苦手な私でも楽しめました。
クルーの方々全員素晴らしい方で常に楽しませていただき、安全にも十分気を配っていただき感謝です。

I had a great time! I definitely want to ride again next time. (Thank you for resending the data.)

とても楽しかったです！
次もまた絶対乗りたい。
（データ送り直してくださりありがとうございました。）

I had a great time paragliding for the first time.
I understand a little Japanese.
They ask how long you want to stay in the water.
The scenery was very beautiful.

I went at 4 PM.
Due to the sunlight, there was almost no shade in the waiting area, and it was hot while waiting.

There was a restroom nearby, but it was a public toilet by the beach.
There may be times when there is no toilet paper.

初めてのパラセイルとっても楽しめました。
日本語は少し通じます。
どれくらい着水したいか聞いてくれます。
とても景色が綺麗でした。

16時の回でした。
日の当たりの都合で待っている間の待合所の日陰が殆どなく暑かったです。

近くにトイレはありましたが、海辺の公衆トイレです。
トイレットペーパーがない場合があります。

At the initial gathering, I heard that we were the only two Japanese people, which made me a bit anxious. However, our tour guide Ryuichi was kind and taught us thoroughly, and we had a great time. He also explained the history of Hawaii in detail, which was very educational. It was moving to see a mother and baby dolphin. Additionally, the slide from the boat was very impressive and a rare experience. Snorkeling allowed us to see fish and beautiful scenery, which was breathtaking. Thank you very much, Ryuichi!!!

最初の集合時に日本人は私達の二人だけと聞き少し不安な気持ちになりましたが
ツアーガイドのRyuichiさんに優しく丁寧に教えて貰いとても楽しめました。
ハワイの歴史についても丁寧に教えて頂き勉強になりました。
イルカの親子を見ることができとても感動しました。また、船内からの滑り台はとても迫力があり貴重な体験でした。
シュノーケリングは魚を見れて綺麗な景色が見れ感動しました。
Ryuichiさん、今回はありがとうございました！！！

I participated with my middle school child, but all the participants were foreigners (I couldn't understand the explanations at all). Although the atmosphere was adult-oriented since alcohol was served, we were able to relax and spend a long time enjoying light snacks, which made for a wonderful memory on our last night. I'm glad I participated.

中学生の子供と参加しましたが、全員外国人の参加でした（解説も全く聞き取れませんでした）。お酒を飲めることから大人の雰囲気ではありましたが、軽食を食べながら長い時間、ゆったりと過ごすことが出来、最後の夜の素敵な思い出になりました。参加して良かったです。

I was expecting the sandbar to be on the beach, but the water level was higher than I thought. However, the water was clear. The staff were very friendly and took photos for us.

We were able to see manta rays and sea turtles, which was amazing.

The hamburger for lunch was delicious.

The snorkeling wasn't great at first because the water clarity wasn't very good, making it hard to find fish, but by the time I got used to it, I was able to see plenty of tropical fish.

After snorkeling, there were warm drinks available, and I enjoyed some cocoa.

Above all, the staff were fantastic, and I had a great time. Thank you!

サンドバーは砂浜の上に立てるのを期待していたが思っていたより水位があった。でも水は綺麗だった。スタッフの人もいろいろと声をかけてくれて写真も撮ってくれた。
マンタも海亀も見ることが出来て最高。

ランチのハンバーガーが美味しかった。

シュノーケリングは海の透明度があまり良くなく最初は魚を探すのが大変だったけれど、慣れた頃には熱帯魚をいっぱい見られました。

シュノーケリング終了後は温かい飲み物の用意が有りココアでほっこり。

なんといってもスタッフの皆様が最高でとても楽しめました。ありがとうございました。

During my long-awaited trip to Hawaii, I wanted to try snorkeling at Hanauma Bay even as a solo traveler in my 60s, so I signed up for a tour. As many have shared in their experiences, Chieko and Dan's hospitality was wonderful. They efficiently and kindly taught us how to put on the wetsuits and how to use the equipment and fins, making it easy for beginners to enjoy. I was worried about whether I could keep up at my age, but Chieko frequently checked in with me, asking, "Are you okay?" while guiding me along. I was thrilled to swim alongside sea turtles for quite a long time. I also got to meet a sleeping seal.

Thank you so much, Chieko and Dan. Please continue this tour for everyone and stay healthy!

久しぶりのハワイで、60代の一人旅でもハナウマ湾のシュノーケリングに挑戦したくて、ツアーに申し込みました。体験談で皆さんが書いていますが、ちえこさんとダンさんのホスピタリティが素晴らしく、ウエットスーツの着方から用具・フィンの付け方などテキパキと丁寧に教えていただき、初心者でも安心して楽しめました。高齢の私がついていけるか心配でしたが、ちえこさんが、時々「大丈夫？」と確認しながら手を引いて誘導してくださいました。ウミガメとかなり長い間一緒に泳げて感激しました。寝ているあざらし君にも会えました。
ちえこさん、ダンさん、ほんとにありがとうございました。これからもどうぞお元気で、皆さんのためにこのツアーを続けてくださいね。

I'm not good with heights, but since my family wanted to do it, I thought it would be nice to view Diamond Head from the sky, so I did my best to participate.

It was scary at the highest point, but the view from above was amazing.

高い所が苦手ですが、家族がやりたいと言うので空からダイヤモンドヘッドを眺めるの良いかなと思って頑張って参加しました。

1番高いところでは怖かったですが、空から眺める景色は最高でした。

This half-day Sandbar excursion was awesome. The entire crew was TOP-NOTCH. They made sure everyone had a good understanding of the Do's & Don'ts, with a great emphasis on safety. The provided meal was very good, and to our surprise the live entertainment was perfect for the cruise. The package included numerous activities, which included snorkeling, kayaking, sup's and much more. Great experience for a great price. THANKS TO ALL...

The driver was friendly, and although it was mentioned that he couldn't speak Japanese, it seemed his wife was Japanese, so he could speak a little. It was cool in the early morning, and I was able to climb at my own pace. On the way back, he kindly provided bottled water, which tasted very good. When I arrived at the hotel, I made it in time for breakfast, so that was great. I did well at 56 years old!

ドライバーさんも気さくな方で日本語は出来ないと書いてあったけど奥様が日本人だったようで片言ですが良かったです。
早朝で涼しく、自分のペースで登る事が出来ました。帰りにはペットボトルをサービスして下さりとても美味しく感じました。
ホテルに着いたら朝食の時間に間に合い食べる事もできたので良かったです。56才よく頑張りました

Every time I go to Hawaii, I sign up for parasailing here!
What a lucky thing it was that this time there were no other passengers, and the service was outstanding in a private setting!
We even shared personal stories, and I got some recommendations for Hawaii.
They might be my number one acquaintance in Hawaii (laughs).
Also, it seems like it was the first day for a young crew member this time, and there were three of them. I'm looking forward to seeing the growth of the younger staff. On the other hand, I'm a bit worried about whether the usual crew will retire...
See you!

ハワイに行くたびに、こちらのパラセーリングを申し込みます！
何とラッキーなことに、今回は他の同乗者が無く、プライベートでサービス満点でした！
身の上話までして、ハワイのオススメを教えてもらいました。
ハワイで1番の知り合いかも（笑）
あと、今回は若いクルーの初日だったみたいで、３人体制でした。若手の成長も楽しみです。逆に、いつものクルーが引退しないか気になりますが…
またね！

This battleship was actually used until about 30 years ago. You can see photos of the actual attack sites of the Japanese kamikaze, as well as images of the water burials conducted by American soldiers, and the surrender documents of Japan from World War II. Additionally, free Japanese tours can be booked on the ship on the day of your visit.

約30年前まで実際に使われていた戦艦です。
実際の日本のカミカゼの攻撃跡や、敵であるアメリカ兵による水葬の様子の写真、第二次世界大戦での日本の降伏文書も見られます。
また、無料の日本語ツアーも当日船上で申し込み可能です。

I participated in the buggy driving experience at Kualoa Ranch. It was a very spacious ranch, and driving on the slightly tight mountain roads, curves, bumpy paths, and slopes was a lot of fun. The scenery was beautiful, with views of the ocean and mountains. It was also great to take commemorative photos at the filming points of Jurassic Park. The guide was cheerful and friendly, which made the experience even better.

クアロアランチのバギー運転体験に参加しました。
とても広い牧場で、ちょっとタイトな山道やカーブ、でこぼこ道や坂など運転するのに楽しかったです。
景色も海や山が見えてとても綺麗でした。
またジュラシックパークの撮影ポイントで記念撮影ができていい記念になりました。
ガイドさんが陽気でフレンドリーで良かったです。

The singing and hula dancing by the host, as well as the fire show, were all authentic, impressive, and wonderful! The food was delicious as well.

The show ended just in time for the fireworks, making for a fun night.

Next time, I would like to bring my children along.

司会の方の歌やフラダンス、ファイヤーショーもみんな本格的で迫力があり素敵でした！
またお食事もみんな美味しかったです。

花火の時間に丁度間に合うようにショーが終わり楽しい夜でした。

また次回は子供を連れて参加したいです。