All Reviews for Ko Olina & West Coast

I was unsure whether to add the all-you-can-drink soft drinks, but I'm glad I did. Since it's hot, I could drink as much as I wanted without having to go back to the locker each time to throw away my cups. I also opted for the shuttle service. The slides had almost no wait, and even when I did wait, it was less than 5 minutes! With 5 hours, you can go around all the slides twice. I got really sunburned, so I recommend applying sunscreen frequently. The locker was available for the whole day, and I rented a small one for $15.

ソフトドリンク飲み放題つけるか迷いましたがつけてよかったです。暑いので何回でも飲めるのとすぐ捨てられるからいちいちロッカーに行かなくてすみます。送迎もつけました。スライダーはほぼ並ばずで待っても5分未満でした！5時間あれば全スライダー2周はできます。日焼けすごくしたのでこまめに日焼け止め塗るのがおすすめです。
ロッカーは1日開け放題で小さいロッカーを借りて15ドルでした。

We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon. I wanted to see dolphins in the dream destination of Hawaii, so I joined this tour. Although it was an early start, we were lucky enough to encounter not only dolphins but also whales on this tour. I was also thrilled to see sea turtles. The staff were very kind, and there were Japanese-speaking staff members, which made me feel at ease. During snorkeling, I was able to relax and see colorful fish in the beautiful sea. The slide from the boat was also fun. On the way back, we got to see a hula dance, which became a wonderful memory. For those worried about seasickness, I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. If you forget, you can also purchase a motion sickness band that is said to be effective on the bus ride there.

新婚旅行で訪れたハワイ。憧れのハワイでイルカも見たいと思い、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
早起きでしたが参加したこのツアーではイルカだけでなく運良くクジラにも出会えることができました。また、ホヌも見れることができとても興奮しました。スタッフの方々もとても親切で日本語対応スタッフもいるので安心して参加できました。シュノーケルでは綺麗な海でゆったりと色鮮やかな魚たちも見ることができました。また、船からの滑り台も楽しかったです。帰りの船上ではフラダンスも見ることができ最高の思い出になりました。船酔いが心配な方はあらかじめ酔い止めを飲んでいくことをお勧めします。忘れた場合は、行きのバスの中で、
酔い止めに効くと言われる酔い止めバンドを購入することもできます。

There were various slider-type attractions, and we had a great time. Before we knew it, it was already time to leave at 3 PM. Next time, I want to stay until the end with a rental car.

It was disappointing that my younger child, who is exactly 120 cm tall, couldn't participate in some activities. It's understandable since it's according to the rules, but it's better not to go if you're right on the edge of the height requirement.

Also, I wasn't happy with the waiting time in the lunch purchase line. Only one representative from the family waited for over 30 minutes. Since outside food is not allowed, I wish they could manage the lines more efficiently. Therefore, I give it 4 stars.

スライダー系の遊具が色々あって、楽しめました。あっという間に帰りの出発時間15時でした。
次はレンタカーで、終了までフルに居たいところです。

身長120cmジャストの下の子が、幾つかのアクティビティを通して貰えず残念でした。ルール通りなので致し方無いのですが、ギリギリアウトの身長で行かない方が良いですね。

あと、ランチ購入列の待ち時間だけは、いただけなかったです。家族の代表一人だけですけど30分以上並びました。持ち込み禁止ですし、だったらもっと効率良く回して欲しいです。
なので、⭐4です。

The staff included Japanese speakers, so they provided explanations not only in English but also in Japanese, which made me feel comfortable participating. I was able to see whales and pilot whales, and during snorkeling, I encountered a variety of colorful fish. I had a very enjoyable time, and it was a great experience.

日本人スタッフの方がいるので
英語だけではなく日本語での説明をしてくださり
安心して参加出来ました。
鯨やゴンドウイルカも見ることが出来たし
シュノーケリングでは色とりどりな魚に
出会えました。
とても楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来て
良い経験になりました。

The weather was cloudy and not great, but even so, the middle and high school students seemed to be having fun playing various games. Since it was a weekday, there were fewer people, which meant no waiting in line, but in exchange, some attractions had time restrictions, making it difficult to use them. The attraction called "Tornado" seemed to be the most interesting, but it was a bit disappointing that it was open for such a short time.

天気が曇りでイマイチでしたが、それでも中高生は楽しそうにいろいろ遊んでいました。平日なので人が少なく並ばずに済むというメリットと引き換えに、アトラクションが時間帯で制限されておりタイミングが合わず利用できないことも。「トルネード」というアトラクションが一番面白かったようですが、開けている時間が短かったのが少し残念でした。

Really enjoyed our Morning out. The crew and Captain made the trip so much better. Honestly, their energy was off the charts, the music was good, enjoyable for all ages (we went as a couple in our mid 20’s and loved it, there were children loving it and parents older than us that were having a blast!)

I’d recommend the photo package, we didn’t get it but looking back and seeing how many pictures Tom took is outstanding. It’s the only photo package I’ve seen so far that guarantees 300 real photos of you minimum.

We’ve done a lot of trips on this holiday and this was probably the best crew I’ve seen. Can’t rate them high enough. Wish I could remember all their names but I can’t. Either way, amazing team to have.

It was a very enjoyable flight! It was my first time on a small aircraft, but the prior explanations and the professional pilot's appropriate communication during the flight made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy the experience.

とても楽しいフライトでした！
小型飛行機に乗ることすら初めてでしたが、事前に説明してもらったことと飛行中にプロパイロットが適度にコミュニケーションをとってくれることで安心して楽しめました。

Although it wasn't guaranteed that we would see dolphins, we were able to see many of them. The boat was comfortable, and the staff really got everyone excited, making for a very enjoyable day. The early morning gathering was a bit challenging, but it made the day feel longer, which was very fulfilling. I also had the experience of seeing the great nature of the land from the boat, which was an excellent experience. Although the snorkeling time was a bit short, we were able to see a sea turtle and many fish. It was a lot of fun. Thank you!

イルカを見れることが確定ではないのにも関わらず沢山のイルカを見ることができました。船の中も快適でスタッフさんたちが沢山盛り上げてくれたのでとても楽しい一日を過ごすことができました。朝の集合が早かったですがその代わり一日が長く感じることが出来たので充実感に圧倒されました。陸の大自然を船から見ることができる経験も出来たので非常に良い体験をすることができました。シュノーケリングは少し時間は短いもののウミガメを無事見ることもでき、沢山の魚を見れました。非常に楽しかったです。ありがとうございます

The Stargazing activity was fun and educational.

This was my third visit to Hawaii but my first time in Ko Olina. Our stargazing took place on the top level of The Four Seasons Tennis Court.

My girlfriend's daughter enjoys astronomy and she was excited every opportunity to see through the telescope.

Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny. I highly recommend this experience.

Good price, good location, fun crew.

Need to provide something more than meet-at-the-bathrooms-of-a-marina for mustering instructions. There were no crew/personnel at said marina bathroom well past the appointed time. The check-in process was haphazard at best, and did not instill a lot of confidence in the crew's ability/professionalism. The shuttle brining additional guests from Honolulu/Waikiki was very late and delayed our departure by more than 30 minutes (of a three hour cruise). This is obviously not the crew's fault and there is nothing they could have done about the traffic; however, the lack of communication to the guests who were there waiting could have (and should have) been much much better.

Once on the boat, the crew proved knowledgable and kind. A fun cruise that is perfectly suited for visitors staying on the west end of the island. There are similarly priced options closer to Honolulu and Waikiki without the hour-plus drive through really bad traffic.

The staff kindly provided information on reserving spots and efficient ways to get around before entering, and even though it was our first visit with children, we had a great time.

スタッフの方が、入場前に場所取りや効率的な回り方など親切に教えてくださり、子ども連れで初めての訪問でしたが楽しく過ごせました。

Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I was anxious about driving a rental car, and parking fees at hotels in Hawaii are high, so I opted for a plan that included transportation to the hotel. It took about 40 minutes by car from Waikiki using the freeway, and it was reassuring to have the shuttle service, especially since I could take a nap on the way back from swimming. (It would be helpful if the average tip for drivers could be displayed in advance on Japanese reservation sites, as there are also preparations for cash.)

In the morning, our driver was Jen, who spoke Japanese and kindly gave us advice on how to enjoy the park, which made me feel at ease. Other staff members did not speak Japanese. Most of the customers were Japanese families. For those with children, this water theme park, which is not found in Japan, is definitely worth visiting as kids will surely enjoy it.

The staff members were all well-built, which gave a sense of security, as I thought they might be lifeguards. Fortunately, it wasn't crowded, so the kids were able to try their favorite slides multiple times without waiting in line and had a great time. We were able to secure a spot with an umbrella, bought food, and ate there before playing again; the time flew by.

Attractions and pools required us to be barefoot, so I was sliding around with sandals in hand, but since it wasn't a particularly sunny day, I ended up going barefoot to move around. Perhaps because it wasn't crowded, the attractions were closing alternately at certain times. It was unfortunate that the lazy river was closed for the day. However, the wave pool was fun, with big waves coming in occasionally, making it feel like we were floating in the ocean.

I was too scared of the height to try the Shaka, but my husband and kids said it was fun and went on it multiple times. Other elementary school kids were also trying it repeatedly. The Tornado was incredibly fun, and I even tried it several times. The other slides were also enjoyable as they involved riding on large inflatable rings, which added to the sense of security.

ハワイは初めてだったのでレンタカーでの運転に不安がある上、ハワイはホテルでも駐車場代が高いのでホテルまでの送迎付きプランを申し込みました。
ワイキキからフリーウェイを使って車で40分くらい、泳いだ帰りに寝ることもでき送迎が安心でした。(こういうドライバーさんへのチップの相場を日本人向け予約サイトであらかじめ表示してもらえたら迷わなくてありがたいです。お札の用意とかもあるので。)
朝のお迎えが日本語話せるジェンさんで、とても親切に園内の過ごし方のアドバイスもらえて安心しました。
中のスタッフさんは、ジェンさん以外は日本語話していませんでした。
お客さんのほとんどは日本人ファミリーでした。
お子さんのいる方は日本に無い水のテーマパークで、子どもが喜ぶこと間違いないと思うので行く価値あります。
スタッフさんたちはライフセーバーなのかなと思うような、体格よい人ばかりで安心感ありました。
運良く混んでいなかったので、子どもたちは好きなスライダーを並ぶ時間かからず何回もトライでき満喫していました。
パラソルのある席を場所取りでき、ご飯を買ってそこで食べてまた遊んで時間はあっという間でした。
アトラクションやプール内は裸足にならないといけないので手にサンダルを引っかけて滑っていましたが、日差しがあまり強く無い日だったので途中から裸足になって移動しました。
混んでいなかったためか、アトラクションを一定の時間で交互にCLOSEしていました。流れるプールは1日CLOSEで残念でした。でも波のあるプールは、時々大きな波が来て、海に浮かんでいるみたいで面白かったです。
シャカは私は高さが怖くてトライしませんでしたが、夫も子どもも楽しいと言って何回もやっていました。
他にも小学生くらいの子が何回もトライしていました。
トルネードは最高に面白く、私でも何回もトライしました。
他のスライダーも大きな浮き輪に乗って滑るので安心感があり面白かったです。

This was our 2nd time doing the Dolphins and You Tour (we did it in 2017). Last time was amazing as we had a very calm day and saw lots of dolphins. This time it was quite rough and we did not get an opportunity to swim in the ocean with them.
We did enjoy our time anchored in the bay, where we snorkeled, kayaked and swam. Lunch was delicious and the crew was terrific.
Even despite not seeing dolphins, it was a lovely day.

I enjoyed the attractions, especially the bodyboard included in this plan. There was no shuttle service, so I went by rental car, which was inexpensive. It was nice to stop by the nearby outlet as well.

アトラクション、特にこのプランに付いてるボディボードは楽しめました。
送迎なし、レンタカーで行きましたが安くすみました。
近くのアウトレットにも寄れて良かったです

We considered spending time by the pool in Hawaii, but the attractions were enjoyable for both adults and children. We wanted to keep costs down, so we went without a shuttle and used a rental car, which was not a problem. There were also Japanese staff who were very friendly.

せっかくのハワイでプールも…とも考えましたが
アトラクションは大人も子供も楽しめました。
安くすませたくて、送迎なし、レンタカーで行きましたが問題ありません。
日本人スタッフもいて、親切でした。

I was nervous at first, but actually doing it became the best memory of this trip, with views that can only be seen from the sky and the experience of piloting. The pilot was very kind and taught us in detail, and it was great to have unique experiences like playing a little and taking photos from the sky.

Thank you all for your kindness. I would like to experience this again when I come back to Hawaii.

初めてて緊張しましたが、実際やってみると、空からしか見れない景色や操縦できたことがこの旅行の1番の思い出になりました。パイロットさんもとても親切で詳しく教えて下さったり、ちょっとした遊びをしてくれたこと、空からの写真などなかなか出来ない体験をしたのがとてもよかったです。

みなさんに親切にしていただきありがとうございました。またハワイにくる時は体験してみたいと思ってます。

You can experience piloting a Cessna aircraft with hotel pick-up included. The price is likely reasonable, and I think the cost performance is very good. The office is located on the front side of the hangar, and it was a very clean place that felt like a lobby. I was particularly surprised by the cleanliness of the restroom; it was very well maintained. Most of the pilots seem to be local staff, but all the transportation and assistance were provided by Japanese individuals or those who are extremely proficient in Japanese.

ホテルからの送迎付きでセスナ機の操縦体験ができます。
おそらく価格も抑えられていてコストパフォーマンスは大変いいのではないかと思います。
事務所は格納庫の表側にありますが、ロビーという感じのとてもキレイなところでした。特にトイレの綺麗さには驚くばかり。手入れが行き届いています。
パイロットの多くは現地スタッフのようですが、送迎や対応は全て日本人あるいは日本が極めて堪能な方々でした。

Hopefully will have another one soon! Everything was great!

The flight was amazing! They provided transportation to the hotel in Waikiki, and the office inside the airport was a lovely place, with very kind staff.

We were excited to board the four-seater Cessna! With a double pilot setup, the takeoff and landing were handled by a real pilot. Once we were up and settled, we switched controls, and it felt really good!

Even just sitting in the back and looking at the beautiful scenery was more than enough. We got to see Lanikai Beach, the angelic sea, the North Shore, Diamond Head, Coco Head, and Pearl Harbor—all in one hour.

I think it’s better to take the Cessna than to arrange sightseeing all over the place!

Thank you!

空の旅は、サイコーでした
ワイキキのホテルまで送迎して頂き、空港内の事務所もステキな場所で、スタッフの皆さまもとても親切でした。
ワクワクドキドキ4人乗りセスナへ！

ダブルパイロットになっていて、離着陸は、本当のパイロットさんがしてくださいます。上に上がって落ち着いたら、操縦交代。なかなか、気分良かったです❣️
また、乗って、後ろの座席から眼科の世界を見ているだけでも、充分満足ラニカイビーチも天使の海もノースショアーも、ダイヤモンドヘッド、ココヘッド、パールハーバー、丸ごと全部見せてくれます。1時間で

あちこち観光を手配せず、セスナに乗る方が良いと思いました！

ありがとうございました

I participated with my mother/daughter! In the morning, the weather was bad, and there was thunder and rain in the distance, but by early afternoon it cleared up, and I was so happy to see dolphins and whales up close. It was quite rocky, so those prone to seasickness should be careful! Snorkeling was fun, but the waterslide was absolutely amazing and gave a fantastic sense of freedom! The friendly staff and the Japanese guide made it easy to enjoy the experience until the end. I want to participate again with my friends! Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. Mahalo!!

母/娘で参加しました！
朝は天候が悪く、遠くの方で雷雨も鳴ってましたが昼過ぎには晴れてきてイルカもクジラも近くで見ることができ、嬉しかったです。かなり揺れたので船酔いする方は注意！シュノーケルも楽しかったですがウォータースライダーが開放感抜群で最高でした！フレンドリーなスタッフの皆さんと日本人のガイドさんもいたので安心して最後まで楽しむことができました。
また友達と参加したいと思います！
心からありがとうございました。Mahalo!!

We encountered dolphins right after setting sail, but when I jumped into the water, they had already swum away, which was a bit disappointing. However, a second opportunity came quickly, and when I jumped in again, I was able to see the dolphins up close and felt like I was swimming with them! During the snorkeling afterward, I encountered sea turtles multiple times and was able to fully enjoy the underwater world of Hawaii.

出航してすぐにイルカに出会う事ができ、海に飛び込むと、もうイルカが遠くにいってしまっていて、少し残念に思いました。しかし、すぐに2度目が来て、急いで飛び込むと、今度はイルカを間近で見る事ができ、一緒に泳いでいる感覚でした！その後のシュノーケルでは、海亀に何度も出会い、ハワイの海の世界を満喫する事ができました。

I took advantage of the opportunity to experience flying a Cessna. The president, who is from Kansai, personally provided transportation and gave a fun and simple explanation of the controls in the car. Upon arriving at the airport, we received a detailed briefing on safety precautions. An English-speaking pilot was assisted by a Japanese staff member for interpretation during the explanation. The flight lasted about an hour, following a route that circled around Oahu. Inside the aircraft, it was just the pilot and us, and I could understand enough English to feel comfortable. We enjoyed the stunning views without any particular worries. Lastly, since it was an anniversary, we received various thoughtful gestures.

セスナの操縦体験ができるとのことで利用。
関西人の社長さんが自ら送迎をしてくれて、車の中で楽しく簡単に操縦の説明をしてくれた。
空港に着いて、改めて注意事項の説明。
外人さんのパイロットから日本人スタッフが通訳してくれながらの説明でした。
飛行時間は大体1時間で、オアフ島を半周するようなコースでした。
機内はパイロットと自分達のみで英語も何とか聞き取れるくらいでしたが、特に不安なこともなく、素晴らしい景色を楽しめました。
最後に、アニバーサリーということで色々おもてなしをして頂きました。

We had an awesome time. Checking in was a breeze. The crew was friendly and entertaining! Definitely had the best captain who took her time to track down dolphins and even whales for us to see. A must do if you’re in Honolulu.

The explanations for the pick-up and piloting in Japanese were very helpful. Everyone was kind, and the guidance was thorough. The pilot communicated in English, but the explanations were clear with easy-to-understand words, allowing me to do a lot of flying. They even took photos during the flight!

I was delighted to be celebrated for my honeymoon after the flight!

日本語で送迎や操縦の説明をして下さって
とても助かりました。
優しい方ばかりで、案内等も丁寧でした。
パイロットの方は英語での会話でしたが、分かりやすい単語での説明で沢山操縦させてもらいました。フライト中に写真も撮ってくれました♪

フライト後にハネムーンのお祝いをしてもらえて嬉しかったです！

5:55 meeting time
After about an hour's drive by microbus, we headed to the West Coast.
The temperature was a bit low and there was some wind, so it's advisable to bring something to wear.
The boat also swayed, so I wouldn't recommend it for those who are prone to motion sickness.
Although we didn't end up seeing dolphins, we did see whales and sea turtles while snorkeling along the way.
The sea was a bit cold, so we couldn't stay in for too long.
I heard that there’s a plan from Honolulu where you can see dolphins while going to see sea turtles, so I think I'll choose that next time.
The staff, including the Japanese staff, were all very nice, and I had a great time using the service.

5：55集合
1時間ほどマイクロバスで移動し、西海岸へ
やや気温は低めで風もあったため、羽織れるものは持っておいた方が無難。
船も揺れるため、乗り物酔いしやすい人にはおすすめできない。
イルカは結局見ることはできなかったが、途中クジラとシュノーケリングでウミガメは見ることができた。
海が少し寒くあまり長時間は入れなかった。
ホノルル発のウミガメを見に行くプランでもイルカが見れるとのことで、次はそちらにしようと思う。
日本人スタッフはじめ、スタッフがいい人ばかりで楽しく利用できた。

If you are looking for the best you have found it. Captain Mark handles the boat like a pro. The staff is the best in the world. The trip and experiences are phenomenal. My husband loved the water slide. I had an amazing time snorkeling. Seeing sea turtles, trigger fish and more. Whales were supper cool. The views are breath taking.

We absolutely loved touring Pearl Harbor. It was wonderful and sad at the same time. Recommend anyone that can should take this tour. The museum, the information, the films were so great.. it was just so sobering to see what happened on that day, to be in the presence of the souls that remain. It was just a wonderful experience. The Navy, the Rangers were so professional in their jobs. (As I know they would only be). This was just a wonderful experience from the booking to the bus driver and especially Pearl Harbor.

Booked a sunset cruise for Valentines Day 2023 with my sweetie. We had a blast! Saw whales and dolphins and had lots of laughs with the friendly and engaging crew. The drinks were great and the appetizer platter they present to each person was delicious! Shrimp, fresh fruit, hummus and crackers, cheese...yum! Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, and they gave us roses and champagne as a special VDay treat. Thanks everyone!

I had booked the flight experience for the last day of my trip, and I was worried it might be canceled due to bad weather in the morning. However, they were able to reschedule for other participants and adjust the flight course and schedule, allowing me to enjoy the Cessna flight experience.

The owner and staff are Japanese, so I could communicate freely, which eased my concerns. Since the Cessna can accommodate two additional passengers besides the pilot and the person flying, I was able to bring my child along. Sharing the experience made it much more enjoyable than if we had each flown solo. I highly recommend joining even if you’re not flying.

At first, we took off from the same runway as commercial planes, which was impressive to see up close. During takeoff, they guided me with instructions like, "Slowly push the throttle all the way in" and "Shall we gently pull the control stick?" Landing was understandably more challenging, so I left that to the pilot, but it was thrilling to watch the speed adjustments and flap timing. After landing, they even let us taxi on the runway, which was a fun experience. At the end, they asked, "Shall we experience a little G-force?" and took us through a banked turn, which was exciting.

Thank you, pilot Yuzuki. This was the most memorable experience of my trip, and I am grateful for it.

操縦体験は旅行最終日に申込みをしており朝からの悪天候の為、中止かもと思っていましたが他の方の別日へのリスケやフライトコース・スケジュールの調整なども行って頂きセスナ操縦体験をさせて頂くことが出来ました。
オーナーを初めスタッフは日本の方なので何でも話が出来て不安もありませんでした。
セスナにはパイロット・操縦体験者以外に2人同乗が出来る為子供と一緒に乗せて頂きそれぞれ一人で操縦体験をするより話題も共有出来るので何倍も楽しむことが出来ました。是非操縦体験される以外でも同乗されることをお勧めしたいですね。

初めは旅客機と同じ滑走路から飛び立つので間近で見れる旅客機も圧巻でした。離陸から「スロットルをゆっくり一番奥まで押して下さい」「ゆっくり操縦桿を引きましょうか」など体験させてくれたりしました。着陸は流石に難易度が高いためパイロットにお任せなのですがスピード調整やフラップ出しのタイミングなど横で見てても感動でした。着陸した際には「タキシングしてみます？」と滑走路をヨロヨロ走らせてくれたりも体験させてくれました。最後には「ちょっとGを味わってみましょうか？」などバンクしてターンをしてくれたりして楽しませてくれました。
パイロットのゆずきさんありがとうございました。

今回の旅行で一番の思い出に残った体験が出来て感謝です。

The team really went out of their way to give us a great day out on the water, and went out looking to make sure we saw turtles.

We are booking next time we go already