All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

During my first snorkeling experience, I almost had a mini panic at first. However, with the help of the staff, I was able to safely meet the dolphins. It was truly wonderful. There was also a baby dolphin, and it was so cute. I also got to see a honu (sea turtle). My daughter is saying that she definitely wants to participate again the next time we go to Hawaii.

初シュノーケルで海に入って最初はプチパニックになりそうでしたが。スタッフの方に手助けしていただき、無事にイルカに会うことができました。本当に素敵でした。赤ちゃんイルカもいて本当にかわいかった。ホヌにも会えました。娘は次回ハワイに行った時はまた絶対に参加したいと言っています。

I gave a present to a family member. When I asked for their impressions, they said it was unfortunately rainy that day (not a downpour or a passing shower, but a light rain that kept falling continuously) and it was so cold that they were shivering the whole time. They mentioned that they could only see the turtles for a brief moment... I thought it would be nice if there were special courses or activities that could be enjoyed even on rainy days.

身内にプレゼントしました。
感想を聞いたところ、当日は生憎の雨模様で（スコールや通り雨ではなく、小雨がずーーーっと降ってました）寒すぎて、ずっと震えていたそうです。
亀も一瞬だけしか見えなかったそうな…
雨の日でも楽しめるような、特別コース等があると良いなあと思いました。

I have been living in Hawaii for about six months for work. I used this for a solo trip on my day off! I was able to choose options for breakfast and transportation to the location. I applied for the cheapest tour without any extras. I took The Bus to the location and was able to find the boat right away without any issues. I recommend The Bus for those with some time to spare! I only saw the whales for a brief moment, but since it's nature... there's nothing you can do about it. It's a limited-time event, so I can't participate now, but if I'm in Hawaii during the season again, I would like to join once more.

私はハワイに仕事で半年ぐらいの在住者です。休みの日の一人旅で利用！
朝食の有無、現地まで送迎の有無をオプションで選べました。私は何も付けない一番安いツアーに申込ました。ザ・バスで現地までＧＯ！船もすぐに見つけることができ問題無しでした。時間に余裕のある方はザ・バスをお勧めします！クジラはほんの一瞬だけしか見れませんでしが、自然が相手ですから…仕方がないですね。期間限定ですので今は参加できませんが、シーズになりハワイにいれば、また参加したです。

My two 11-year-old daughters had their first experience. Both of them enjoyed it without being scared, saying it was fun and beautiful! It was a very good experience. However, I did get seasick. Also, I didn't have the $30 for the photo fee, so I couldn't request any, which was disappointing. Fortunately, I did have enough for the tip, so that was good.

11歳の娘二人が、初体験しました。
二人とも、怖がることなく、楽しい！キレイ！
と、とても良い経験できました。
ただ、船は酔いました。
あと、写真代の30ドルを持ってなかったので、
頼めなくて、残念。かろうじて、チップ代は
あったので、良かった。

The arrangements were smooth as well. The pick-up and drop-off after arrival were also seamless, making it a great value and very convenient. I will definitely use this service again next time.

手配までもスムーズです。到着後もスムーズに送迎してもらえるので料金もお得で大変便利でした。次回もまた利用させて頂きます。

It was a wonderful tour. I wish it had been a little shallower, though. The hamburger was delicious too! The conductor was great as well. Thank you!

素晴らしいツアーでした。もう少し浅かったら良かったけど。ハンバーガーも美味しかったですよ～。コンダクターも良かったです。ありがとう。

Great ride Jim was a perfect pilot wish him the best also the entire staff was outstanding very professional

We started early in the morning. The driver for our pickup couldn't speak any Japanese, but he did his best to communicate with gestures. The weather wasn't great for parasailing, as it was cloudy. However, once we took off, it felt amazing!!! It was the best! The other passengers were also having a great time.

110 meters is quite high, but I was able to enjoy the view and the height without feeling scared! The boat does rock quite a bit. If there are many participants, the wait time can be long, so if you're not good on boats, definitely take motion sickness medication. If you do get sick, just let them know, and they'll guide you to a spot with wind and give you a bucket, haha.

The photographer, who also seemed to be in charge of preparations, took photos for $30 per SD card. The quality was okay. Since we couldn't take pictures ourselves and the other passengers were feeling seasick, we decided to buy it. They did capture some nice smiling photos and a few scenic shots, so I felt it was worth it.

It's a good idea to give a tip of around $10. At the end, they ask everyone for tips, so you can give it at that moment. Haha.

早朝のスタートにしました。
送迎のドライバーさんは日本語全くできませんでしたがジェスチャーで頑張って伝えてくれます。
パラセイリングは天候に恵まれず曇り。しかし飛び立つと最高に気持ちがいい！！！！！
最高です！一緒に同乗した方々もとても楽しんでおられました。
110メートルはかなり高いですが恐怖感なく景色を見たり高さを楽しめました！
船はかなり揺れます。参加人数が多いと待ち時間も長くなるので船が苦手な方は必ず酔い止めが必要です。酔ったら自己申告すると風の当たるところに誘導されバケツを渡されますよwww

写真はカメラマンさん兼準備担当みたいなお兄さんがSDカード1枚30ドルで撮影してくれますが内容はまあまです。でもスマホ等では自分たちは撮影できないし同乗の方々が船酔いしていたので購入しましたがNICEな笑顔の写真や風景も少し撮ってくれるので私は買ってよかったなと思います。
チップは10ドル程度渡しましょう。最後にみなさんチップ下さい～と言われますのでそのタイミングで渡せば良いです。ww

This was our first time Ziplining but will not be our last! We wanted to have a great family vacation that we would talk about and laugh at for years to come and this was the perfect way to start our trip in Hawaii! The guides were funny, friendly and always kept safety first...I really appreciated that. My kids are daredevils so flying over trees, being held by a metal "rope" was no biggie for them. I am a much more conservative person so I needed a bit of encouragement - which I got and I am so glad that I threw up my chaka and had fun.
This is a MUST do if you are ever in the area. The views of the ocean are beyond amazing, flying over trees and smelling the sweet air is wonderful and just being in paradise does the soul good!
We did not even realize how much "work" we did climbing, ziplining and walking over the two hours. And it was two hours but we were having so much fun we did not realize... I guess that time does fly when you are having fun!
This is a must do and redo!

We were blessed with many dolphins! They swam around us in circles. I missed seeing the manta ray, but some people were able to see sea turtles.

We had a packed schedule with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, jumping off the boat, and even learning hula dancing! It was a fantastic time, and not only did we enjoy the ocean activities, but the staff were all truly wonderful, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The bus ride there with the energetic lessons really boosted our spirits and was the best.

I apologize for the delay in sharing my experience. I look forward to visiting again when I go to Honolulu!

たくさんんのイルカ達に恵まれました♪私たちの周りをくるくると泳いでくれたり♪
マンタに、私は見逃しましたがウミガメも見れた方もいたとか＾＾
シュノーケリングや、スタンドアップパドルにカヌー、船から飛び込んだり、フラダンスを教えてもらったりと、終始盛りだくさん！
海遊びを満喫させて頂けたのももちろん、スタッフの方が皆本当に素敵でそれもあって楽しさ倍増でした☆
行きのバスからのマシンガン授業も気分を高めて頂き最高でした。

最後に体験談の書き込みが遅くなり申し訳ありませんした。
また、ホノルルへ行く際にはお邪魔しますので、よろしくお願いいたします＾＾

I was able to experience a uniqueness that I can't find in Japan. The shuttle service arrived on time, allowing me to enjoy myself without worry. It became a wonderful memory.

日本にはない面白さを感じることができました。送迎も時間通りに来ていただき、安心して遊ぶことができました。いい思い出となりました。

I have traveled to Hawaii many times, but this time, due to my retirement and our 35th wedding anniversary, I signed up for a sunset dinner cruise through VELTRA for the first time and participated.

It might just be me, but when I boarded the ship, other participants were already having dinner, and when I was shown to my seat, there was no explanation at all. I had no idea what to do, and my dissatisfaction started piling up from the beginning of dinner. To make matters worse, the photos I purchased were not handed to me on the spot but were given to me when I was getting off, which wasted time checking the faces of the buyers against the photos, leaving me in a terrible mood.

As for the cruise itself, I had previously been on the Navatek, and since this one also operated near Diamond Head, I thought it was good.

何度もハワイ旅行に行っていますが、今回は退職、結婚35年ということもあって、初めてサンセットディナークルーズをＶＥＬＴＲＡを通じて申し込み、参加しました。
私だけかもしれませんが、船舶に乗り込んだ時には、他の参加者はすでにディナーを取っており、席に案内された際に何の説明もなく、何をすればよいのか全然わからず、ディナー開始から不満が積もり、挙句の果てには購入した写真をその場で渡さず、降りる際に渡したため、購入者の顔と写真のチェックに無駄な時間だけがかかり、気分は最悪でした。
クルーズ自体は、以前ナバティック号に乗ったこともあり、今回もダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで運行したので良かったと思います。

The food and entertainment was fabulous.
The service was great.
Everyone was very accommodating too.

It was my first experience with a buggy. Before the experience, I watched a Japanese DVD and then drove on a test course. If there were no issues, we went straight to the main course. Driving the buggy through the great outdoors gave me an indescribably amazing feeling. Along the way, we stopped at a photo spot to take pictures. I want to ride the buggy again!

初めてバギー体験でした。体験前に日本語のDVDを見てからテストコースを走行。問題なければそのままコースへ。大自然の中をバギーで走って何とも言えない最高の気分を味わえます。途中で写真撮影スポットで写真を撮ります。もう一度バギー乗りたいです。

Just a little bit of tail flapping and a few spouts. I was worried about seasickness, but thanks to taking motion sickness medication and being out on the deck in the wind, I was fine. Next time, I want to see the jumps as well. I don't know how many years it will be, but I want to participate again.

ほんのすこしだけ、尾ひれを振ってくれたのと、何度かの潮吹きと。
心配していた船酔いは、酔い止めを飲んだおかげか、
ずっとデッキに出ていたので風に当たっていたおかげか、大丈夫でした。
次はジャンプなども見たいです。何年後になるかわかりませんが、また参加したいです。

Such a great experience! I'm not a strong swimmer, but the guides went the perfect pace for people of all strengths. They start by teaching you how to use the snorkel equipment, then you follow one of the guides around to see all the reefs and the fish. It was fun, easy and the perfect addition to a trip on Oahu!

I'm glad I was able to go to Sandbar, but I hardly saw any fish while snorkeling. If you're thinking, "I'll just snorkel here, so I don't need to go anywhere else!" it's better to go somewhere else. The crew members were all friendly, and I had a great time.

サンドバーは実際行けてよかったですが、シュノーケルはほぼ魚みれず。シュノーケルここでやるから、他はいいや！って思ってる方は別でいったほうがよいです。船員さんはみな気さくで楽しめました。

It was exciting walking through a rain forest and also a good cardio workout. Our group had walking sticks so it was beneficial where it was a bit rocky or wet. Just take your time going up or back down and enjoy the scenery.

I participated in the Dolphin University on April 16th.

In a word, it was a dream-like experience.

We departed early in the morning before sunrise. We were greeted by the energetic Julie, and headed to the harbor on the west coast where the boat would depart. On the bus, Julie provided lively and enjoyable explanations, sharing stories about dolphins and important notes that got our adrenaline pumping even before we arrived.

We were told that there was a high probability of seeing dolphins, but since it was nature, I had some concerns.

However, shortly after the boat set off, we encountered a pod of dolphins. The staff worked together tirelessly to ensure we could see the dolphins.

Dozens of dolphins slowly passed right beneath us, and it was so moving that it is still etched in my memory.

After that, we moved to a point where we could see turtles. The visibility that day was excellent, and we could see all the way to the bottom, so we were able to spot the turtles quickly. We were able to see both a large turtle and a small turtle, which was truly satisfying.

After seeing the turtles, we had free time in the ocean. We enjoyed various activities like jumping off the boat, snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. After lunch, we all danced the hula together, bringing the tour to a close.

I am truly grateful to all the staff who kept us entertained until the end. If I have the opportunity to participate again, I hope to go see the dolphins with this same crew.

It was the best time. Thank you very much.

4月16日のイルカ大学に参加させていただきました。

一言で言えば、夢のような時間でした。

朝、日が昇らない時間から出発。
元気が良いジュリーさんに迎えられ、ボートが出発する西海岸の港へと向かいます。
バスの中ではジュリーさんの威勢のいい楽しい説明があり、イルカの話や注意事項など到着する前からアドレナリンを放出させられます。

ほとんどの確率でイルカには会えるとのことでしたが、自然相手なので多少の心配もありました。

しかし、ボートが出発してすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇。
スタッフの皆さんも一丸となって私たちにイルカを見せてくれようと必死になって頑張ってくました。

何十頭ものイルカが私たちの真下をゆっくりと通りすぎ、とても感動的で今でも目に焼き付いています。

その後、カメの見られるポイントへ移動。
その日は透明度も良く、底までしっかりと見えたので、カメもすぐに見つけられることできました。
大きいカメと小さいカメの二匹を見ることができ、本当に満足のいく内容でした。

カメを見た後は、そのまま海で自由時間。
ボートから飛び込んだり、シュノーケリング、カヤック、サップと各々海でのアクティビティーを楽しんだ私たちは、昼食後皆でフラを踊り、ツアーの幕が下りました。

最後まで楽しませてくれたスタッフの皆さんには本当に感謝しています。
また参加する機会があれば、同じこのクルーと一緒にイルカを見に行けたらいいなと思いました。

最高の時間でした。ありがとうございました。

I always participate in this tour when I go to Hawaii!!
Even though it's a short half-day OP tour, it mainly features dolphin swimming, hula experiences, a burger lunch on the boat, and surprises, making it 120% satisfying!!!
I will definitely join again when I go to Hawaii!!!

ハワイに行くと必ずこのツアーに参加します！！
半日というショートなOPツアーながらドルフィンスイムをメインに
フラ体験や船上でのバーガーランチ＆サプライズなどなど120％満足する内容です！！！
またハワイに行ったときは必ず参加します！！！！！

We participated as a group of 11 from 4 families. We joined a tour that included lunch and drinks, and it was a great decision not to have to carry cash. It was nice to enjoy lunch at a table with a roof, taking our time.

The water park was a hit with the kids, from elementary school to college, who had a blast playing. There are changing rooms available, so it's no problem to change into swimsuits on-site.

I had previously gone by rental car, but taking the shuttle bus for pick-up and drop-off is definitely more convenient! I recommend this for those who want to have an exciting time!

4家族11人で参加しました。
ランチ、ドリンク付きのツアーに参加しましたが、お金を持ち歩くことをしなくていいので、正解でした。ランチは屋根のあるテーブルでゆっくり食べれてよかったです。
ウォーターパークは、小学生〜大学生までの子供たちは大喜びでたくさん遊びました。
水着は着替える更衣室はあるので、現地で着替えるのは問題ないです。
以前、レンタカーで行ったことあるのですが、行き帰り送り迎えのバスはやはり楽でいいですね！
エキサイティングに遊びたい方には、おすすめです！

I experienced this in late April 2017. I love heights and am a big fan of zipline activities. I saw it on TV and immediately researched and made a reservation. During my stay in Honolulu, I didn't rent a car, so I opted for a plan that included transportation.

On the day of the activity, the pickup arrived about 10 minutes past the scheduled time. They came in a wrapped car that had "North Shore Kahana Farm" written on it, which made it easy to identify. There were two groups of Japanese people: my husband and I, and two young women, while the other eight participants plus the driver were all foreigners. On the way, the driver took us to a spot with a stunning view of the ocean. He even drove us into his home, where he mentioned he had a small role in the movie Jurassic Park (I might have misunderstood due to my limited English), and we got to enjoy his bragged-about scenic view.

I felt a bit guilty towards the kind driver because I was sleepy from the early morning, and I dozed off along the way, only to wake up when we arrived. We registered each participant on an iPad, stored our belongings, put on helmets and other gear, and then it was time to go.

I've experienced ziplining in Chichibu, Japan, but the height, distance, and scenery here are superior! There are courses where you zipline over quite a long distance, and the views were beautiful and very enjoyable. In Chichibu, there were no staff, and you had to manage the equipment yourself, but here, three staff members from the farm (one of whom spoke Japanese) accompanied us, helping with the equipment and the retrieval after the zipline, which made it very convenient.

They taught us various techniques, like letting go of the hands, flipping over, and curling up to gain speed, allowing us to enjoy diverse zipping experiences. I regretted forgetting my phone case that hangs around the neck, but I think it's better not to have a smartphone if you're going to flip over.

As a tip, for the second zipline and onwards, grab the red cord just before reaching the goal. It seems to help the staff with the retrieval. Also, if you don't reach a certain speed, you might stop before reaching the goal. In such cases, the staff will assist you manually (with their legs?), so there's no need to worry. After finishing, we had some waiting time in the car, and I was glad I brought Spam musubi from ABC Mart. Lastly, the staff takes photos during the zipping, which you can purchase. They cost $15 for one, $30 for two to three, and $45 for four or more (or all of them).

I hope everyone creates wonderful memories too!

　2017.4月下旬に体験。高いところが大好きでジップラインアクティビティが大好物の私。テレビで見てすぐに調べて予約しました。ホノルル滞在中、レンタカーをとらなかったので送迎付きプランで申し込みました。
　当日、指定時間の１０分過ぎ頃にお迎えが来ました。ノースショアケアナファームとかなんとか書いてあるラッピングカーで来てくれるので分かりやすいです。私たち夫婦と若い女性２名の２組が日本人で、それ以外の８名＋運転手さんは全員外国人の方でした。行きの車ではすごくきれいに海が見える場所にもつれていってくださいました。映画ジュラシックパークにちょっとのったという運転手さんの自宅（私のつたない英語力なので間違っているかも）にも車でひゅっと入ってくれて、ご自慢の絶景を私たちも拝ませてもらいました。
　そんな親切な運転手さんには申し訳なかったのですが、朝早くて眠かったので途中からうとうとしていたらいつのまにか到着。iPadで参加者ごとに登録手続きを行い、荷物を預け、ヘルメットなど装備をつけてもらっていざ出陣。
　日本では秩父のジップラインを経験したことがありますが、高さも距離も景色もこちらが格上です！かなり長い距離をジップラインで滑走するコースもありますが、景色もきれいでとても楽しかったです。秩父は係員はおらず自分で器具をかけて回るのですが、こちらはファームの方３人（うち１人は日本語が話せる方でした）が必ずついてくださって、器具をかけるのも滑走の回収もしてくださるので、とっても楽ちんでした。
　手を離したり、ひっくり返ったり、ちぢこまってスピードが出るようにしたりといろいろ教えてもらって多様な滑走を楽しみました。当日、首からぶら下げるタイプの携帯ケースを忘れて後悔したのですが、ひっくり返ったりするならばスマホはない方が良いと思いました。
　補足ですが、２本目以降のジップラインはゴール直前時、赤いひもをつかみましょう。係員さんが回収してくれるのに役立っているみたいです。あと、スピードがある程度でていないと、ゴールまでたどり着く前に止まることがあるみたいです。そんなときも、係員さんが人力（足力？）で助けてくれるので心配ご無用です。あと、終了後、車の中で出発前の待ち時間があったのですがＡＢＣマートのスパムむすびを持って行って正解でした。さいごに、係員さんが滑走時等の写真を撮ってくださるのですが、購入可能です。１枚１５ドル、２〜３枚３０ドル、４枚以上（全部も）４５ドルでした。
　みなさんも是非素敵な思い出にしてください！

The bus rides to and from were very comfortable.
The entrance right after opening was good!
I was disappointed that the slide I wanted to ride the most was out of operation.
It was also unfortunate that I couldn't use the spa.
The barbecue and private bodyboarding made the kids very happy, which was great.

行き帰りのバスはとても快適。
オープンすぐの入場もGood！
一番乗りたかったスライダーが運転停止になってて残念。
スパも入れず残念。
バーベキューと貸切のボディボードには子供達も大喜びで良かったです

We were a couple with a big group of family so we took up half of the catamaran anyways - it was a great experience, thorough and the guys were really caring for this of us who didn't feel well! Definitely recommend!!

It was great! Larry was super as a tour guide & driver.

What an awesome ride! The shuttle picked us up at out hotel and took us to the boat. After a brief check in we were on our way. I was scared to death, but everyone on the boat was very reassuring. Parasailing was one of the best experiences of my life. The view was amazing and it wasn't scary at all. It was like sitting on a swing. I will definitely do it again when I return to Hawaii.

The only participant in the tour was Japanese, and since everything from the explanation to the end was in English, they tried very hard to explain things, but I couldn't fully understand until the end.

ツアー参加者で日本人が我家のみで、説明から終了までが全て英語だった為に
一生懸命説明などをしてくれていたのですが、最後まで良く理解出来ずに終了してしまいました。

We participated with two adults and three children. The park is large and offers a variety of experiences, so be careful as you might run out of time. During lunch, there are often long lines at the food stalls, so it's better to manage your time wisely!

大人2人子供3人で参加しました。
パーク内は広く色々な体験ができます、その為に以外に時間が足りなくなるので注意です。
昼などは売店等かなり並びますので上手く時間を使った方が良いです！

A friend recommended Sea Life Park, saying I could play with dolphins after visiting for a program recording. Before interacting directly with the dolphins, I watched the dolphin show, which really got me excited, and then I was able to play with the dolphins in the same pool where the show took place. I want to go again.

知り合いが番組収録で訪れ、イルカと遊べるから行ってみたら？と勧めてくれたシーライフパーク。
イルカと直接触れ合う前にイルカショーを観てテンションも上がりそしてショーを観た同じプールでイルカと遊べます。
また行きたいです。

In the end, I only caught two fish (>_<)

Two other family members participated, but they didn't catch anything (//∇//)

The captain was cheerful and kept the mood lively, which was fun, but...

When you can't catch anything...

The current was strong, and there were many snags, and since we were targeting flatfish, it was a tough fishing experience.

The only saving grace was the beautiful sunset during our evening departure...

結局自分は２匹しか釣れなかった(>_<)

他に家族２名参加したけど　その2名は　ボーズ(//∇//)

船長は陽気に盛り上げてくれて　面白かったけど

釣れない事には・・・・・

流れもきつく　根がかりも多く　カワハギ狙いなんで厳しい釣りでした

唯一　夕方の出港で　サンセットが綺麗だったのが救いでした・・・