All Reviews for Waikiki Beach

Upon arrival, we first had a welcome drink and enjoyed the buffet. The show was more entertaining than the hula dance; the impersonation show was particularly fun. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. We opted for hotel pickup, but since the location is easy to find at T Galleria, I think it would be fine to skip the pickup.

現地に到着すると、まず、ウェルカムドリンクがあり、ビュッフェを食べました。ショーは、フラダンスよりも、モノマネショーが面白かったです。
全体的にとても楽しかったです。ホテル送迎をつけましたが、場所はTギャラリアの分かりやすい場所なので、送迎なしにしても大丈夫だと思いました。

The first day had nice weather and a pleasant cruise, but we didn't see any whales, so we tried again the next day. On that day, we suddenly spotted a spout, and then we were able to see baby whales multiple times while anchored for over an hour. However, the weather was bad, and the wind was very cold.

1日目はいいお天気で気持ちよいクルージングでしたが、クジラはまったく現れず、翌日リベンジしました。そうしたら、翌日はいきなり潮吹きが見えて、それから1時間以上停泊して何度もクジラの赤ちゃんを見ることができました。でも天気は悪くて風がとても寒かったです。

We really enjoyed ourselves on this dinner cruise! The entertainment was great as well as the food! The view of the city from the cruise ship was beautiful. We would definitely do it again!

The clear blue pacific didn't disappoint. An abundance of fish and of course the stunning turtles. Capt. Rich, Michelle and Austin got us to were we needed to be safely and with a lot of fun. Genuinely nice people as well. Made us feel special on our 20th wedding anniversary. Would go on an adventure with them without hesitation. Highly recommend.

Perfect night for a cruise. Our second voyage of the day on the Holokai. Rich and Michelle were excellent hosts and made everyone on board feel welcome. Lots of fun and laughter. Made us feel extra special on our 20th wedding anniversary. Home now and still smiling Michelle :D. Would highly recommend.

Great crew and sail. Wonderful view of Diamond Head. Even saw a few Sea Turtles.

This Hawaii travel was our 4th visit and 1st to Oahu, we actually had multiple times of Luau at the Maui, Big Island, Kauai and even in the Oahu.
I can definitely vote Rock-a-Hura show was one of our best show out of what we experienced many Luau show.
We took show + Luau dinner, surprising was hura dancers at the Luau are all real dancers of main rock-a-hura show, they are very kind and friendly during our Luau dinner, I even still remember our table host whose name is Megan, she was also performed in the main show. Every table had assigned a dancer as host and they were taking care of all dinner process and took picture together, isn't it amazing?
Main show also was wonderful, Michael Jackson, Elvis etc.. all rockers were amazing as well as hura dancers who's already known during Luau dinner.
I strongly recommend this show if you are staying at the Oahu.

This is my second time participating after a year. Last time, I only attended the show, so this was my first experience with the buffet. The staff were very kind, dancing close by, which made the meal enjoyable. And to my surprise, these staff members were also performers in the show! It felt very personal, and the fun was doubled. The content of the show was completely different from a year ago, making it feel fresh, and everyone's skill level was high. I definitely want to see it again when I come to Hawaii.

1年ぶり、２回目の参加です。
前回はショーのみだったので、ビュッフェ付きは初めてでしたが、
スタッフの方達がとても親切で、身近で踊ってくれたりと楽しく食事をすることが出来ました。
そしてなんと、このスタッフ達がショーの出演者でビックリ！
とっても身近に感じられて、楽しさも倍増しました。
ショーの内容も１年前とは全然変わっていて新鮮だったし、皆さんの技術力も高く、ハワイに来た際は又是非観たいと思いました。

Before the show, we had dinner at a buffet-style restaurant on the terrace of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center's fourth floor. We were first offered drinks, and we could choose between alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Regardless of our choice, the drinks were served in Hawaiian-style cocktail glasses. The meal included a whole roasted pig, beef, salads, bread, desserts, and coffee, leaving us completely full. The dinner venue also featured hula performances and Hawaiian music, making the dining experience enjoyable. Finally, we entered the show venue and took our seats. The show was not only filled with impersonators of Elvis and Michael but also included hula dancing, Tahitian dancing, and fire dancing, making it a fantastic experience. I would love to see it again!

ショーの前に食事でした。ロイヤルハワイアンショッピングセンターの４階のテラスみたいなところでブッフェ形式のディナーを頂きました。最初にドリンクサービスがあり、アルコール入りかノンアルコールかを選べました。どちらを選んでもハワイらしいカクテルグラスででてきました。食事は豚の丸焼きのほかビーフやサラダやパン、デザートやコーヒーまでありお腹いっぱいになりました。ディナー会場でもフラやハワイアンの曲の演奏もあり食事中も楽しめました。いよいよショー会場に入り席に着きます。ショーはプレスリーやマイケルのそっくりさんのショーだけでなくフラダンスありタヒチアンダンスありファイアーダンスありの盛沢山でとっても楽しめました。また観たいと思います！

My first surfing experience became a wonderful memory. Before I started, I was worried about whether I could ride the waves, but the instructor taught me patiently, and I was able to enjoy surfing with my friends. Some of the instructors spoke Japanese, so even if you're not very good at English, I think you'll have a great time. I was able to have photos taken while I was surfing, and I received them for free afterward. It was a bit disappointing that it was cold. Next time, I want to be able to ride bigger waves.

初めてのサーフィンは、良い思い出となりました。始める前は波に乗れるか不安でしたが、インストラクターの方に丁寧に教えていただき、友人と楽しくサーフィンをすることができました。インストラクターの方の中には、日本語を話すことのできる方もおられ、英語があまり得意でなくとも、楽しめると思います。サーフィンを体験しているときの写真を撮ってもらうことができ、終わった後に無料でいただくことができました。寒かった点が少し残念でした。次回はもう少し大きな波に乗れるようになりたいです。

I think it's the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful sea of Waikiki.

I couldn't see any dolphins, but I was able to encounter some whales. The staff on the boat were very friendly, and we had a wonderful time filled with laughter throughout the trip.

However, the boat can be quite rocky, so those who are prone to seasickness should be cautious. Thank you for a very enjoyable journey!

ワイキキの美しい海を堪能するのに最適だと思います。

イルカは見れなかったけれど、クジラには遭遇することができました。
船のスタッフさん達もとても感じの良い方々で、終始笑いの絶えない雰囲気で素敵な時間を過ごせます。

ただ、揺れが激しいので船酔いしやすい方は注意が必要です。
とても楽しい旅をありがとうございました！

I applied with a light heart, wanting to see a show that feels Hawaiian. The buffet food might not be suitable for those who dislike greasy dishes, but there was plenty of delicious meat and fish. It might be difficult to go back for more food due to the show and seating arrangements, but I think one plate will be satisfying.

As for the show, I enjoyed both traditional Hawaiian hula and fire dancing, as well as a rock show, and I was very satisfied with the ample time given. The cast members even came up to the second-floor seats during the show, so for those who want to shake hands, I recommend moving early after the buffet to secure seats in the front row or on the aisle.

By the way, if I were to go again, I think I would prefer a plan without the buffet.

なにかハワイらしいショーも観てみたいなと、軽い気持ちで申込みました。
ビュッフェの料理は、脂っこいのが苦手な人には向かないかもしれませんが、肉や魚の料理がたっぷりで美味しかったです。ショーや席の都合で、料理を何度も取りに行くのは難しいかもしれませんが、1皿でも満足できると思います。
ショーの方は、ハワイらしいフラやファイヤーダンスとロックショーの両方が楽しめ、時間もたっぷりで満足でした。
途中でショーのキャストさんが2階席まで来てくれたりもするので、握手などしたい方は、ビュッフェのあとは早めに移動し、最前列や通路側の席を確保すると良いと思います。
ちなみに、もし次回行くとしたらビュッフェ無しのプランでいいかな、とは思います。

We booked this tour because we wanted to see the sunset and beautiful scenery on our honeymoon. Since we were staying at Outrigger Reef, it was very convenient after departure and upon arrival.

However, it was indeed the rainy season. There were a lot of clouds, and we couldn't see the sunset. Additionally, being on a small boat was quite rocky. I felt nauseous and could hardly see the scenery.

Drinks are free, but I recommend not having too much alcohol. Also, it gets very cold, so I suggest bringing a jacket (I brought a down jacket).

There were only three Japanese people, including us, so it felt like an overseas club atmosphere, but that was fun in its own way, so I rated it a 3.

If you go during a time with better scenery, it might be more enjoyable.

今回は新婚旅行で来たため、サンセットが見たい、綺麗な景色が見たいとこのツアーを予約しました。
アウトリガーリーフに泊まっていたため、出発後到着後はとても便利でした。

しかし、さすがの雨季。
雲はたくさんあるし、サンセットは見れませんでした。それに加え、さすが小型船。揺れがとにかくすごい。気持ち悪くなってしまい、景色もほぼ見れませんでした。

飲み物は無料ですが、お酒をあまりとられないことをおすすめします。また、とても寒いので上着を持っていくことをおすすめします。(わたしはダウンを持参しました。)

日本人はわたしたちを含め三人しかおらず、海外のクラブのような雰囲気でしたが、それはそれで楽しかったので、評価としては３にしました。

景色がもっとよい時期に乗ると、気持ちいいかもしれません。

The night started off with hula dancing, and then transitioned into dining and then the show. It's only being honest when I say the food was a disappointing. I guess I expected it to be a little more foreign. It tasted great and me and my mom both got more than enough. The hosts were extremely original and open and encouraging to conversation. The girls were gorgeous and so attentive. There was only one guy host, Zack and he was really considerate, High energy and fun. The show definitely climaxes. It was so exciting. All of the performers looked happy to be there and we're putting themselves into it. It's obvious that alot of effort went into the choreography, set up and music. I loved that the singing was live and the VOICES!! Wow. Micheal Jackson, Katy Perry, Elvis in mpersonations were more than exceptional.

On the first day I participated, no whales appeared.

After returning to the hotel, I called the tour company and participated again two days later.

During the second time, although it was quite far away, I was able to see the spouts, dorsal fins, and tail fins about 5 or 6 times. It was disappointing not to see any jumps, but I suppose it's something rare to encounter.

Both days had good weather, so I was able to spend a comfortable time. Thank you very much.

　最初に参加した日にはクジラは現れませんでした。

　ホテルに戻った後，催行会社に電話して（日本語），2日後にまた参加しました。

　2回目には，かなり遠くの方ではありますが，潮吹きや背びれ・尾びれなど，5～6回は見ることができました。ジャンプが見れなかったのは残念でしたが，きっとなかなか出会えないのでしょうね。

　2日とも天気は良かったので，快適な時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。

I participated with a guaranteed front-row seat. The seat was great, and since we were given priority for the buffet, I think choosing this seat was a good decision.

At the entrance of the venue, they take photos of each guest group, so there is a long line before you can take your seat.

The schedule mentions a "welcome ceremony" starting at 17:30, but it felt more like a pre-show. From 17:45, there was a "conch shell blowing challenge," but only three people selected from the audience participated. The "hula lesson" took place towards the end of the show, where about five people were chosen from the audience to dance on stage together.

If you dislike waiting for nearly an hour, it might be better to arrive around the meal start time of 18:00.

The show features dances from various Polynesian islands, and it's enjoyable. I understood only about half of the host's explanations, but having some English skills would enhance the experience.

　ゴールデンシート＜前方席確約＞で参加しました。席も良かったですし，ブッフェに優先的に案内されるので，この席にして良かったと思います。

　会場の入口でゲストを1組ずつ写真撮影するので，着席するまでに長い行列ができます。

　スケジュールには17:30から「歓迎セレモニー」とありますが「前説」みたいなものでした。17:45から「ほら貝ふきチャレンジ」とありますが，チャレンジするのは会場から選ばれた3人だけでした。「フラレッスン」は，ショーの最後の方で，5人くらいが会場から選ばれてステージ上で一緒に踊っていました。

　1時間近く待つのが嫌なら，18:00の食事開始時刻めがけて行った方が良いように思いました。

　ショーは，ポリネシア各地の踊りが見られて，楽しめます。進行役の説明は半分くらいしかわかりませんでしたが，英語力があればより楽しめるでしょう。

　

The meeting time was 7 PM. I got lost and was about 10 minutes late, which made me anxious. However, check-in actually started around 7:20 PM, so I was able to participate without any issues. The Hilton fireworks began right after departure and ended quickly, so afterward, we just enjoyed the distant night views and drinks. There was a wide variety of beverages, so I think everyone can enjoy it. There are also restrooms, which is reassuring. When I participated, there was one other group of Japanese people. There were also families with children. All the explanations were in English, but I think it should be fine.

集合時間は19時。迷ってしまい10分ほど遅れたので焦りました。が、実際のところチェックインは19時20分くらいからスタート。問題なく参加できました。ヒルトンの花火は出航後すぐに始まって、すぐに終わってしまうので、その後はひたすら遠くの夜景とお酒を楽しむ感じ。飲み物の種類は豊富だったので、どなたでも楽しめると思います。トイレもあるので安心です。私が参加した時は日本人があともうひと組いたかな。お子さん連れの方もいました。説明等、全て英語のみでしたが大丈夫だと思います。

I could clearly see the whale. It was closer to the land than I expected. However, since it was still far away, I honestly couldn't feel its immense size. Still, I thought the richness of Hawaii's marine nature was wonderful.
The lunch buffet on the boat was satisfactory.
The photo was taken through the window while I was eating, so the quality is poor, but it captures the moment the tail went under.

クジラがはっきりと見えました。思ったよりも陸地に近い場所です。ただ、離れているのでその巨大さは正直感じられませんでした。それでもハワイの海の自然の豊かさ、素晴らしいと思いました。
船内の昼食ブッフェは満足できるレベルです。
写真は、食事しながら窓ガラス越しに撮ったので画質が悪くなりましたが尻尾が沈む瞬間です。

What a great evening activity! Staff was great! Definitely recommend

We had a group lesson, and there were two instructors for our group of four friends! They taught us very carefully, and by the second wave, everyone was able to ride. It was a very fun and wonderful tour, so I think even beginners can really enjoy it. Above all, the instructors were very friendly and fun. We also received over 100 photos for free, which was great to keep as memories of Hawaii.

グループレッスンを行いましたが、友達4人に対して2人のインストラクターが付いてくれました！
とても丁寧に教えていただき、2回目の波から全員がのることができました。
とても楽しく素晴らしいツアーなので、初心者の方でもとても楽しめると思います。何より、インストラクターの方がとてもフレンドリーで楽しいです。写真のデータも100枚以上無料でもらえて、ハワイの思い出としても残せてよかったです。

We used it as a couple. We were able to see the fireworks beautifully, and it created great memories. I would like to use it again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you very much.

夫婦で利用しました。花火も綺麗に見る事ができ、良い思い出が出来ました。ハワイに行った時はまた利用したいです。ありがとうございました。

The surroundings are filled with people from various countries, making it a great place for international交流, and the scenery is amazing, so I want to do it again the next time I go to Hawaii!

周りは色々な国の方たちで、国際交流も楽しめるし、景色も最高なので次ハワイ行くときもまたやりたいです！

I boarded the yacht with five colleagues from work. We set off on a catamaran that can accommodate about 30 to 40 people. Among the nearly full passengers, we were the only Japanese. The crew consisted of a service-oriented captain and a seemingly carefree young man.

After departing, we headed towards Diamond Head with Waikiki Beach on our left under the strong sunlight. Up to that point, it felt like a normal boat ride, but everything changed after passing Diamond Head. The strong winds created larger swells, and the yacht was bouncing around like a leaf. Unfortunately (or fortunately?), we were positioned at the bow and could barely hold on to the railing to avoid being thrown off.

It was written that we might get splashed with ocean spray, but it turned into an ocean shower, and we were completely soaked. However, everyone on board was smiling. The carefree young man even took off his T-shirt and, amidst the rough waves, raised the sails and steered the yacht, making everyone exclaim, "So cool!"

On the way back, we enjoyed a slightly romantic atmosphere while watching the sunset. This was the most enjoyable activity of our trip to Hawaii.

勤務先の仲間と5人で乗船しました。
30～40名程度が乗船できる双胴型ヨットに乗り込み出発。
ほぼ満員の乗船者のうち、日本人は我々のみでした。
クルーは、サービス精神旺盛なキャプテンとチャラそうな若者一名。
出航後、しばらくは強い日差しの中ワイキキビーチを左手に、ダイアモンドヘッド方向へ進みます。
そこまでは普通のボート感覚でしたが、ダイアモンドヘッドを過ぎてからは状況が一変。
折からの強めの風を受けてうねりが大きくなり、ヨットは木の葉状態。
運悪く（良く？）舳先に陣取っていた我々は、振り落とされないように手摺にしがみついているのがやっとでした。
オーシャンスプレーを浴びるかもしれないと書いてありましたが、オーシャンシャワー状態でずぶ濡れ。でも、乗船していた全員が笑顔で溢れていました。
チャラそうな若者も、Ｔシャツを脱ぎ、荒波の中でセールを張り、操る姿を見て、全員が「カッコいい！」
帰りは、夕陽を見ながら少しロマンティックな雰囲気も。
今回のハワイで一番楽しいアクティビティでした。

Good experience water was rough so we just cruised inside the harbor but great experience

There were few Japanese participants, and the guide spoke in English, but this is truly something you shouldn't miss! After seeing the underwater scenery, entering the sea brings various deep emotions. You can enjoy watching fish, sea turtles, and sunken ships. We participated in a few other tours, but we all agreed that this was the best one in our group!

日本人の参加者は少なく英語でガイドでしたが、これはほんとに見て損はないです！海中を見たあとに海に入ると色々と感慨深い
魚や海ガメ、沈んだ船など鑑賞できます
他にもいくつかツアーを参加しましたがこれが私たちのグループでは１番よかったねと感想を言い合いました♪

I applied because I thought if I missed this opportunity, I would never get another chance. It's an experience unique to Hawaii.

The location is at the left end of Waikiki (Queens Beach), with a simple lesson on the shore that lasts about five minutes. You paddle out to just before the reef, about 100 meters away. When the waves come, they push you from behind, so as long as you time it right and stand in the middle of the board, it's easy to get up.

In the semi-private lesson, you have one instructor for every two people, so I definitely recommend it for beginners. You also receive a T-shirt or a hat as a gift on your way back.

Paddling became tough for me due to my frozen shoulder, but since they push you, I was able to enjoy it enough.

There are Japanese staff at the shop, so there's no need to worry about language. As mentioned in other reviews, the shuttle service can be a bit loose with timing. The shop is about an 8-minute walk from Moana Surf, so walking there is less frustrating. On the way back, I walked to the supermarket in my swimsuit to do some shopping.

If your hotel is nearby, you won't need to bring your smartphone, towel, or a change of clothes. Just bring about $20 and a few dollars for tips, just in case.

Unfortunately, one-third of the DVD file of the photos I received was broken and wouldn't open.

この機会を逃せばチャンスは二度とないと思い申し込みました。
日本では恥ずかしくて無理でしょう。
ハワイならではの体験です。

場所はワイキキの左端（Queens Beach ）で、
岸辺で５分程の見よう物まねの簡単レッスン。
直ぐに100m先のリーフ手前までパドリング。
波が来たら後から押してくれますので、
タイミングと板の真ん中にさえ乗れば簡単に立てます。

セミプライベートは2人にひとりのインストラクターが付きますので、
初心者は是非セミプライベートをお勧めします。
帰りにTシャツか帽子のプレゼント付きです。

やはり50肩でパドリングが厳しくなりましたが、
押してくれるので充分楽しめました。

店には日本人の方が居ますので言葉の不安は無いです。
送迎は他の書き込みでもありますように、時間はルーズです。
お店がモアナサーフから歩いて8分位ですので、
歩いて行った方がイライラしなくて済みます。
帰りも水着のまま、歩いてスーパーで買物して帰りました。

ホテルが近くなら、スマホもタオルも着替えも入りません。
念のために２０ドルとチップの数ドルだけ持って行って下さい。

残念だったのはもらった写真のDVDファイルの1/3が、
壊れて開きませんでした。

We boarded the boat and moved to the front on the second deck early after lunch. Thanks to moving early, we secured the best spot for viewing! About 30 minutes later, we spotted a spouting whale! After that, it showed up multiple times. It was swimming close to the boat, and dolphins were swimming alongside it as well. Capturing photos was challenging, so I filmed everything on video. Later, I laughed at my excited voice while watching the video (lol). It was such a wonderful experience!

船に乗り込み、昼食後早めに2階の船の先頭へ移動しました。早めに移動したおかげで探すのにベストな場所をゲットできました！
30分程経って、潮を吹く姿を発見‼︎
それからは何回も姿を見せてくれました。
船からも近いところを泳いでいて、イルカも一緒に泳いでいました。
写真はタイミングが難しいので、ずっと動画で撮影。後で動画を見て興奮する自分の声に笑いました(笑)
とっても素敵な体験でした！

The weather was nice, and I was able to see a sunset that was much more beautiful than from the beach! The original cocktails were delicious too. ☺︎ We went around the back of Diamond Head and watched the sunset while heading back, but the waves were quite strong on the way to Diamond Head, so I didn't have the chance to enjoy my drink or take photos. It might be the season, but it got colder than I expected, so I recommend bringing a light jacket. As mentioned in the reviews, there were few Japanese participants, but that allowed me to fully enjoy the Hawaiian atmosphere! I would love to join again someday. ☺︎

天気が良く、ビーチから見るより何倍も素敵なサンセットを見ることができました！オリジナルカクテルも美味しかったです☺︎
ダイアモンドヘッドの裏の方へ回り、引き返しながらサンセットを見る感じだったのですが、ダイアモンドヘッド方面へ向かう途中波が激しく、ドリンクをゆっくり飲んだり写真を撮る余裕はありませんでした。また時期的になのかも知れないですが、思っていた以上に冷えた為羽織ものを持って行かれることを推奨します。
口コミにもあった通り日本人の参加者は少ないですが、その分ハワイの雰囲気を存分に味わうことができました！いつかまた参加させて頂きます☺︎

In reality, it was quite far, but I was satisfied to see the tails and dorsal fins of whales about five times. I think it's a great tour for parents and families. The interior of the boat was also clean.

実際には、すごく遠かったですが、5回くらいクジラの尾びれや背びれが見られ満足です。親子、ファミリーには良いツアーだと思います。
船内も綺麗でした。

Rock-a-hula was awesome! The waitress were very helpful and friendly. During the dinner they entertained us with singing and dancing. The food was great and there were a good selection to choose from. Megan, the waitress was very easy to talk to and did a great job during her performance. All the performers did a great job impersonating each artist. The guy who was doing the fire performance did a awesome job, I thought that was very impressive and entertaining. After all the performance we were able to actually meet and take pictures with the them. My wife and I had a great time during the Rock-a-hula event, I would definitely recommend it to my family and friends as something to experience.