All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

The staff were friendly, the ship was clean and we enjoyed the food and entertainment. The entertainers, from the dancers to the musicians on our deck, were fun to watch and listen to. The food was tasty and the portions were generous. The only downside, in my opinion, was that they served dinner immediately after setting sail. Given that sunset was 30 mins after we sailed, we either had to choose to watch the sunset and let our food get cold, or eat our food and miss the sunset. We had plenty of time to eat, so I wish they had waited until after sunset to serve the food.

My family was apprehensive but were truly amazed with the helicopter ride. It was informative funny and the talk of the trip. I would highly recommend this experience.
I can’t wait to do it on our next trip. On behalf of my family thank you.

It is like an island in island. Beautiful location, beach & fishes...

Driver was on time and very good with quick explanation with equipment and what to do.

I will do it again...

I booked a 150m parasailing experience. I was nervous since it was my first time, but once I was up in the air, the view was amazing and I could see the beautiful ocean, so I was glad I participated. It was a bit disappointing that the weather was not great… Also, for those who get motion sickness, I recommend taking anti-nausea medication beforehand, as some people did feel unwell.

パラセイリング１５０mを予約しました。初挑戦でドキドキしましたが空に上がってしまうと景色が最高で綺麗な海が見えたので参加してよかったです。お天気が少し悪かったのがショックでしたが…。後、乗り物酔いをする方は、事前に酔い止めを飲むことをお勧めします。気分が悪くなる方もいらっしゃいましたので。

During the break in our company trip schedule, five women in their 40s and 50s participated. After watching a video about environmental awareness, we were mindful of our impact on fish and coral as we headed to the sea. With guidance from Dan and Chieko, we felt very safe and enjoyed snorkeling. Some of our group hadn't been in the ocean for years, but with the wetsuits we borrowed in advance, we swam close to the rocky areas without feeling anxious, allowing us to relax and enjoy swimming. We even encountered two turtles! We left the sea feeling very satisfied. Thank you for accommodating those who wanted to stop by Diamond Head along the way. While we were anxious about how President Trump's visit would affect our schedule, you provided various advice, and everyone was able to return safely to the hotel. Thank you for everything.

社員旅行のスケジュールの合間に
女性40代から50代の5人で参加しました。環境に配慮するビデオ観てから、魚とサンゴへの配慮をしっかり意識していざ海へ。
ダンとチエコの案内でとても安心して、
シュノーケルを楽しめました。
何年かぶりの海に入る仲間も居ましたが、事前に借りたウエットスーツで
岩場ギリギリに泳ぐ時も、ハラハラせず、
リラックスして、泳ぎをたのしめました。
亀2匹にも遭遇！大満足で海を後にしました。途中、ダイヤモンドヘッドへの途中下車組にも対応下さりありがとうございました。トランプ大統領訪問にスケジュールがどうなるかとハラハラしながら
色々アドバイス下さり、皆無事ホテルに戻ってこれました。
色々ありがとうございました。

My wife and I were recently transferred from the mainland and celebrated our 41st Anniversary here in Honolulu without our family, So we thought a seven course meal sunset dinner meal cruise with Jazz entertainment would an ideal way to celebrate our weddding anniversary. Coincidentally we were sitted next to another couple from Chicago who just renewed their wedding vows after 41 years of marriage also and found a lot in common with them (same age of children and grandchildren and pathway in life), thus truly enjoyed each company - for they were traveling by themselves as well. The Captain, the crew were great (especially Foster our server), the service was fantastic, and the food was great. And of course the entertainment and the ambiance with sunset backdrop and Waikiki ocean shore scenery made it memorable.

Here's what you can expect from Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment / Three Star Steak and Lobster Dinner with Jazz entertainers.

Coast over the calm water of Waikiki aboard the most popular dinner cruise in Hawaii, where you
will be treated to live music, top dining and spectacular views.

Upon arrival at Aloha Tower Pier, you will be guided to the top deck, where the captain and crew are waiting to treat you to a Hawaiian Belini toast and seasonal appetizers. A sophisticated way to start off an elegant evening at sea.
7-Course Dinner

Served in the luxurious top-deck Super Nova room, this premium French-style dinner menu features only the best seasonal ingredients picked and prepared by expert chefs. Maine lobster and top-quality beef tenderloin are sure to be highlights of the meal.
Drink Service

As a Five Star dinner guest, the full drink menu is available for you to order from. Up to three super premium beverages are included with your meal.
Sunset

As the final moments of daylight fade over the Pacific horizon, the Super Nova room fills with warm light. Views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach

Unfortunately, it was cloudy on the day of our visit, but it was great to see so many rays and sea turtles. While snorkeling, I encountered a sea turtle resting in a coral nook, and I was able to touch its shell as it surfaced for air. The shell of the green sea turtle, which was about 60 cm long, had several barnacles on it, giving it a dignified appearance that suggested it was quite old.

当日はあいにくの曇模様で下が、エイやウミガメがたくさん見えたのは良かったです。シュノーケリングの時にはサンゴのくぼみで休んでいたウミガメがいて、息つぎに浮上して来たところで甲羅にタッチすることができました。体長60cmはあろうかというミドリウミガメの甲羅にはフジツボが何個かついていて年齢を重ねていると貫禄がありました。

While many other marine sports start early in the morning, it was great that we could participate starting at 2 PM. Just going around in a one-way loop in the water was already a lot of fun, but it seems like it would be even more enjoyable if we could move around more freely and in a more complex way.

他のマリンスポーツが朝早い物が多いなか１４時スタートでも参加出来るというのは大きかったです。
海の中を一方通行でぐるぐると回るだけでも十分楽しかったのですが、もっと複雑に自由に回れるとより楽しめそうです。

Amazing crew and couldn't have asked for anything else!!! Friendly and never overbearing, we saw 6 or 7 enormous turtles!!! Great drinks. Highly recommended!!

This excursion was our first snorkeling excursion in the Pacific Ocean, and it was our first excursion during our trip to O'ahu. The whole experience was outstanding. Veltra called us the day before to confirm the reservation and advise us where to meet the van and when. The driver from Kaimana Tours arrived within the allowed time period, and he was courteous and informative. He told us exactly what to expect when we arrived--including paying the $7.50 park admission fee (per person) completing the conservation education presentation (10-15 minutes, tops), and meeting him afterward (where and when). He passed around a chart of the types of sea life we would see in the bay. The view was breath-taking. The beach was beautiful. The staff were helpful and friendly. The snorkeling was great. Lifeguards were attentive--even using amplified sound at one point to caution some poor swimmers that they needed to move closer to the beach. Afterward, the driver met us when and where he had told us, and we were all on our way back to our hotels.

I highly recommend everyone to do this excursion! This was probably the highlight of my whole trip to O’ahu during 10/19-10/25. From the hospitality of the staff to the excursion activities itself, I would want to do this every time I come back!

I also met a gentleman (the one that provides entertainment during lunch) and he was making handmade bracelets with palm leaves. If any of the staff can help me out in getting in contact with him - because I recently lost my anklet he made when I came back to the mainland, that would be great!

Other than that, literally best time of my life!!

Our driver arrived on time (to the minute) to our hotel pick up point. He was cordial and helped with the seat belt shoulder strap (due to passengers need to ingress the rear set of seats). He dropped us off and picked us up as planned. We had a very nice hike up to the lookout station and WWII bunkers on Diamond Head. The view was absolutely worth the trip! Veltra made the trip that much more enjoyable.

Beach was beautiful, but it felt that the time was too short. Would've liked it longer. Catamaran cruise is included with this. Same trip if you purchase the Catamaran cruise by itself. You get two in one but it shortens your time at the beach. And sadly we were not told this, so we did 2 Catamaran trips which were exactly the same. No difference. Secret beach itself was beautiful with hammocks, kayaks, etc available.

Enjoyed it. Would have liked it to be a little longer but we were able to get great photos and see some sea turtles. If you are already at the Kualoa Ranch, then I recommend to do this too! Boat ride was nice and views were amazing!!! Tour guides were very informative.

Definitely worth it!!! 2 hours was just enough time to see the entire ranch and not be rushed. Ride was so fun! I recommend this over the single rider ATV because the passenger can get great video while the driver is driving and more pictures are taken because you're not driving. Great because I had my own ATV with my husband, and we just soaked in the beautiful scenery. A must do when coming to Hawaii!!! Especially seeing where so many movies were filmed! Loved it! Best part of my Hawaii trip!

I was nervous at first during my first parasailing experience, but the view was amazing and it felt great. I want to participate again when I go to Hawaii.

初めてのパラセーリングで、最初はドキドキしましたが、景色も最高で、とても気持ち良かったです。またハワイに行ったら、参加したいです。

A fun and unique experience. Big Cheif was a loveable entertaining character. The flame exerbition was incredible

When we arrived at the harbor in Kaneohe Bay, we were hit by a torrential downpour and were worried about whether we could set out to sea, but it stopped after about 10 minutes and we were able to depart safely. The water level was a bit high that day, reaching up to our thighs at the shallowest point. Perhaps because of the rain, the water was cold and slightly murky, but we were able to enjoy the emerald green sea typical of a sandbar.

The hamburger for lunch was surprisingly delicious, and the staff were cheerful, creating a great atmosphere. During the sea turtle watching, we encountered not only sea turtles but also a rare manta ray, and while snorkeling, we were able to swim alongside the sea turtles. Overall, I was very satisfied with the experience.

カネオヘ湾の港に着いたときに土砂降りの雨に見舞われ海に出れるか不安でしたが、10分ほどで止み無事に出港。この日は少し水位が高めで一番浅くて太ももあたりでした。雨が降ったからか水が冷たく少し濁り気味でしたが、サンドバーらしいエメラルドグリーンの海を楽しむことが出来ました。
ランチのハンバーガーも予想以上に美味しく、スタッフも明るくて良い雰囲気で過ごせました。
海ガメウォッチングで海ガメはもちろんレアなマンタに遭遇し、シュノーケリングでは海ガメと一緒に泳げたりと、総合的にはとても満足度が高かったです。

The beach where you can see the fireworks is enough. It's cold, the boarding time is unnecessarily long, and the fireworks end in an instant. The food was nothing special either. That's how I felt. The only thing that remains is a sense of being overcharged. I won't ride again.

花火が見える海岸で充分です。
寒いし、乗船時間がムダに長いし、
花火は一瞬で終わるし。
料理も別に。という感じでした。
割高感だけが残りました。
二度と乗らない。

I participated with a friend. I was a bit anxious because the bus meeting point was hard to find, but it arrived a little later than scheduled, so that was good.

When we arrived at the site, there was an explanation in Japanese before we could enter, which made things go smoothly.

It happened to be a day when the lazy river was closed, but the paid surfboards were free, and many people were using them. We relaxed on the slides and in the wave pool the whole time. I thought it would be spacious, but it didn't feel that big, so I think we played on most of the attractions.

Personally, I found the pool more enjoyable than the sea since I didn't get covered in sand. We were allowed to bring our own water, so I thought we probably didn't need the all-you-can-drink soft drinks... The selection of soft drinks was also just soda and juices that tasted a bit strange.

友人と二人で参加しました。バスの集合場所がわかりづらく不安でしたが、予定よりすこし遅れてきちんときたのでよかったです。
現地につくと日本語で説明があってから中にはいれたのでスムーズにいきました。
たまたま流れるプールが使用できない日で、有料のサーフボードが無料になり、利用してる方も沢山いました。私たちはずっとスライダーや波のあるプールでのんびりしていました。広いのかなと思いきやそこまで広い感じでもなかったので、大体の遊具で遊んだかなぁというところです。
個人的には海よりプールのほうが砂まみれにもならず楽しかったです。
飲み物も水は持ち込み可だったので、ソフトドリンク飲み放題はつけなくてもよかったかなぁ……と思いました。ソフトドリンクのラインナップも炭酸とよくわからない味がしたジュースでした。

My wife and I were recently transferred from the mainland and celebrated our 41st Anniversary here in Honolulu without our family, So we thought a seven course meal sunset dinner meal cruise with Jazz entertainment would an ideal way to celebrate our weddding anniversary. Coincidentally we were sitted next to another couple from Chicago who just renewed their wedding vows after 41 years of marriage also and found a lot in common with them (same age of children and grandchildren and pathway in life), thus truly enjoyed each company - for they were traveling by themselves as well. The Captain, the crew were great (especially Foster our server), the service was fantastic, and the food was great. And of course the entertainment and the ambiance with sunset backdrop and Waikiki ocean shore scenery made it memorable.

Here's what you can expect from Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment / Three Star Steak and Lobster Dinner with Jazz entertainers.

Coast over the calm water of Waikiki aboard the most popular dinner cruise in Hawaii, where you
will be treated to live music, top dining and spectacular views.

Upon arrival at Aloha Tower Pier, you will be guided to the top deck, where the captain and crew are waiting to treat you to a Hawaiian Belini toast and seasonal appetizers. A sophisticated way to start off an elegant evening at sea.
7-Course Dinner

Served in the luxurious top-deck Super Nova room, this premium French-style dinner menu features only the best seasonal ingredients picked and prepared by expert chefs. Maine lobster and top-quality beef tenderloin are sure to be highlights of the meal.
Drink Service

As a Five Star dinner guest, the full drink menu is available for you to order from. Up to three super premium beverages are included with your meal.
Sunset

As the final moments of daylight fade over the Pacific horizon, the Super Nova room fills with warm light. Views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach

At first, we couldn't find them, and I was worried we might not see any dolphins. However, once we confirmed the presence of a pod, it was amazing to encounter so many dolphins. They swam alongside the boat and even jumped out of the water, which was just fantastic.

最初見つからず、ダメなのか的からのイルカの群れの確認連絡、そして沢山のイルカ達に出逢い船に上がってからの並走をしてくれたり、飛んでくれたり最高でした。

I experienced 150 meters. I have a fear of heights, but I wasn't scared at all. The hotels in Waikiki, contrasting beautifully with the blue of the ocean and the blue of the sky, were stunning.

150ｍを体験しました。高所恐怖症ですが全然怖くありませんでした。海の青と空の青に映えるワイキキのホテル群がきれいでした。

A nearby experience from Honolulu that felt just like a seabird adventure. The weather was nice, the wind wasn't too strong, and the view of Honolulu from the sea was beautiful.

ホノルルから近場で、まるでウミドリ体験。
天気もよく〜、風も強くなく〜、海からのホノルルの眺めもキレイでした〜。

My first time in Hawaii, and I wanted to do some activities, so I ended up trying parasailing.

When I got on the shuttle bus, there were several groups of people who would also be boarding the boat. Since I'm prone to seasickness, I took some motion sickness medication, changed my clothes, and headed to the boat. Two people are paired together, and once the gear is on, we take off with the signal "Go!" The moment we lift off was exciting yet a bit scary (like the feeling before a roller coaster drops), but once we reached the sky, it felt like a different world.

I felt like I was floating up high, with the boat and ocean seeming very far below, and I could see the streets of Hawaii at eye level. All I could think was how "beautiful" it was. We went up and down several times. Before going down, they asked if I wanted to splash in the water, and when I said yes, I was quite literally dropped into the water (laughs). Even as someone who gets scared easily, it was an activity that made me not want to come down and made me want to experience it again.

The guide was a handsome muscular guy. He also took pictures during the parasailing (which I believe cost an additional $30 on-site), creating great memories.

初めてのハワイ、せっかくなら何かアクティビティもしたいと思い、パラセイリングにたどり着きました。

送迎バスに乗り込むと、一緒に船に乗り込む方達何組かいらっしゃいました。
船酔いに弱いため酔い止めを服用し、着替えてからいざ船へ。
2人1組で器具が装着され、「Go!」を合図に高く飛び立って行きます。
飛び立つ瞬間はワクワクしながらも少し怖い気持ち（ジェットコースター落ちる前のような）もありましたが、上空にたどり着くとそこは別世界。
上空で浮いて止まっている感覚で、船や海がとても遠く下に感じられ、目線にはハワイの街並み。
とにかく「きれい」という言葉しか出ませんでした。
何度か下げられたりまた上げられたり、を繰り返します。
下がる際に水チャポンがしたいかは事前に確認され、したいと答えるとわりとドボンと着水させられていました(笑)
怖がりの私でも、降りたくない・また体験したいと思うアクティビティでした。

ガイドのお兄さんはイケメンマッチョ。
パラセイリング最中の写真も撮ってくれ（確か別途その場で$30）、いい思い出になりました。

We all experienced kayaking for the first time in our lives. It was fun. Snorkeling was also fun and food was good too.

Bringing in drinks and food is not allowed, but if you hide them deep in your bag, you won't get caught. It wasn't as cold as I expected, but it seemed a bit difficult to keep my kids' spirits up. The wind was strong, so it was tough when the sunlight weakened. I went with my 9-year-old and 5-year-old sons, but my younger son was too short to ride most of the slides. The slides in the children's pool were fun, but some were quite deep, so life jackets are a must. I felt it was smaller than I expected, but my older son was able to experience everything during our time there. We could ride as many times as we wanted without much waiting. Don't expect much from the food.

飲料や食べ物の持込みは不可ですが、カバンの奥底に入れていたらバレませんでした。思っていたより寒くなかったですが子供にはちょっとテンション上げるのが難しそうでした。風が強かったので、陽射しが弱まると辛かったです。９歳、５歳の息子と行きましたが、次男は身長が足りずほとんどのスライダーに乗れませんでした。子供用のプールのスライダーは滑っていましたが、一部かなり深いのでライフジャケットは必須です。思っていたより狭いと感じましたが、時間いっぱい遊んで長男はすべて体験できました。ほぼ並ぶことなく何回でも乗れました。食事は期待しない方がいいレベルです。

I had previously enjoyed tropical fish while riding a submarine, but this time the weather was bad the day before, and the seawater was murky, which was a bit disappointing. However, I think it would be enjoyable if the weather is good. Since it was at Hilton, the access was also good, which is a plus.

以前にも潜水艦に乗ってトロピカルフィッシュを楽しんだんですが、今回は前日の天気が悪く海水が濁っており、ちょっと残念でした。ただ天気さえよければ十分楽しめると思います。ヒルトン拍だったのでアクセスもよくこの点はＧｏｏｄ

It seems that it is almost never the case that the sand appears at low tide as mentioned in the title. By the way, I heard that there hasn't been any sand visible this year. The crew members are very nice people. I was able to see turtles. The snorkeling was not great, with few fish. If you're bringing small children, make sure to take floaties with you. You should abandon any sweet thoughts of seeing a beautiful sandbar like I did.

題のように干潮になって砂が現れることは、ほぼないようです。
ちなみに今年に入って砂が見れた事はないと聞きました。
クルーの皆さんはとても良い方達です。
亀は見れました。
シュノーケリングは魚も少なく微妙です。
小さい子供連れの方は浮輪などを持っていくようにしましょう。
自分の時は綺麗なサンドバーが見れるなど、甘い考えは捨てた方がいいでしょう。

The sight of the submarine emerging from the surface of the sea was impressive. Also, the guide was very entertaining. I think those who can understand English will enjoy it even more.

潜水艦が海面に出てくるところは迫力がありました。また、ガイドの方がとてもおもしろかったです。英語が聞き取れる方はより楽しめると思います。