All Reviews for Ko Olina & West Coast

I experienced the 60-minute two-person Cessna plan. It was great that we could communicate in Japanese during the pre-flight lecture and the flight. I was nervous at first, but as the pilot explained the controls and the scenery on the ground during the flight, I relaxed and was able to enjoy the movements of the airplane and the view from the sky. After the flight, we were offered drinks and snacks. The transportation and office staff were also kind, making for a comfortable experience. It was a very enjoyable day, and I'm glad I participated.

2人乗セスナ60分プランを体験しました。
事前の講義、フライトとも日本語でコミュニケーションできて良かったです。
最初は緊張していましたが、飛行中、パイロットの方に操縦や地上の景色などの説明して頂くうちに緊張が解けて、飛行機の動きや空からの眺めを楽しめるようになりました。
フライト終了後に、飲み物やお菓子を頂きました。
送迎やオフィスのスタッフも親切で、快適に過ごせました。
とても楽しい1日でした。体験して良かったです。

The staff and the boat were amazing. We had the best time! They catered to our every need and were informative and seasoned. I felt safe every step of the way. You should try this, you won’t regret it.

Will was an amazing instructor. He was patient, informative and very kind. We felt safe and learned so much. Everyone at the company had exceptional customer service! We look forward to returning soon.

I had a Cessna flying experience that exceeded my expectations! The pilot was able to communicate in Japanese, which made me feel even more at ease during the experience. Additionally, I felt that everyone’s service, from the pick-up to the waiting time at the office, was excellent. I was a bit anxious about participating alone, but I had no worries at all.

Next time I come to Hawaii, I definitely want to participate in the Cessna flying experience again!

想像以上にセスナの操縦体験ができました！
パイロットの方も日本語で対応していただけたので、更に安心して体験することができました。
更に送迎からオフィスでの待ち時間まで、皆さんの対応が非常にいいと感じました。
一人で参加で不安でしたが、まったく心配いらなかったです。

次回、ハワイに来た際もぜひ、セスナ体験操縦に参加したいと思いました！

With excitement for my first experience in a Cessna, I grasped the controls and took off into the sky. The presence of a professional pilot next to me provided a sense of security, allowing me to fully enjoy the emerald green sea, the scenery, and the thrill of heading towards the horizon from above.

セスナ初体験でワクワクしながら、操縦桿を握り、空へと飛び立った。隣にプロパイロットがいる安心感があり、空からのエメラルドグリーンの海、景色、水平線に向かって進む快感を充分に味わうことができました。

A noticeable small bus welcomed us at the meeting point. There were a total of 17 tour participants, with only 3 Japanese, and all explanations were in English. There was a self-introduction time, so we needed to briefly introduce ourselves in English, mentioning where we were from, how many times we had been to Hawaii, and what we were looking forward to on this tour.

Now, although it has been corrected, I was worried because the tour course I signed up for was supposed to go directly from Honolulu to Haleiwa Town, but it deviated from the course midway. We switched from Freeway H1 to H3, passed through Kaneohe on the east coast, and headed north along the coastline. After passing the famous filming location Kualoa Ranch, we took a restroom break at Tropical Farms. Here, we could sample macadamia nuts and had the experience of cracking the nuts out of their shells with a stone. After a break at a fruit stand, we went to Sunset Beach. It was November, and surfers were challenging the high waves.

Then, the morning activities began, and we chose to take a walk at Waimea Falls Park. The entrance fee to the park was included in the tour price, and the guide paid for it. The course to the waterfall was rich in nature and very relaxing. The water volume of the waterfall was abundant due to the rainy season, which was enjoyable, but during the dry season, the water volume is low, so it's something to be cautious about depending on the date of your visit. We could swim near the waterfall, but it was murky, so we didn't swim. Since we had some time before the meeting time, we had lunch there.

After that, we moved to Haleiwa Town, and in the afternoon activity, we tried SUP (stand-up paddleboarding). The location was behind a shop called Surf & Sea, and life jackets were available at no extra charge. The tour guide provided instruction, and while it was easy to get on the board, standing up required some skill. We could also paddle while sitting on the board, which was enjoyable, and I was thrilled to encounter a sea turtle up close.

Although I was worried because the tour was in a language I didn't understand, I was helped by a friendly guide and friendly tour companions.

目立つ小さなバスが集合場所まで出迎えてくれました。
ツアー客は総勢17人で、その中で日本人は3人だけ、全て英語での説明となります。
自己紹介タイムがあるので、どこから来たのか、ハワイは何回目か、このツアーに期待しているものなど簡単に英語で紹介する必要があります。
さて、現在は訂正されていますが、申し込んだ時のツアーコースはホノルルからハイレワタウンへ直行だったのが途中からコースから外れていたので心配しました。フリーウェイH1から途中H3に移り、東海岸のカネオヘを通過し海岸線を北上。映画のロケ地で有名なクアロア・ランチを通過後、トロピカルファームでトイレ休憩しました。ここではアカデミアナッツの試食ができ、また殻から石でナッツを取り出して食べる体験ができました。その後、フルーツスタンドで休憩した後、サンセットビーチに行きました。行ったのは11月で、サーファー達が高い波に挑戦していました。その後、午前のアクティビティが始まり、私達はワイメア滝公園での散歩を選択しました。公園へは入場料はツァー料に含まれ、ガイドが払ってくれました。滝までのコースは自然が豊かでのんびりと楽しむことができました。滝の水量は雨季だったので豊富で楽しめましたが、乾季は水量が少ないので行く日程によっては注意が必要です。滝壺近くで泳ぐこともできましたが、濁っていたので泳ぎませんでした。集合時間まで時間があったのでここでランチを済ませました。その後、ハレイワタウンに移動し、午後のアクティビティではSUP(スタンドアップパドル)に挑戦しました。場所はサーフ&シーという店の裏で、ライフジャケットは追加料金なしで利用できました。指導はツァーガイドが行い、簡単にボードに乗ることはできましたが、立ち上がるにはコツが要ります。ボードの上に座ったまま漕ぐこともできるので十分楽しめましたし、至近距離でウミガメに遭遇したのに感動しました。なお、貴重品ボックスと荷物を入れるロッカーは簡易なものだったので盗難を心配しましたが、特に問題ありませんでした。集合時間になったらバスに乗り、途中でトイレ休憩後、ホノルルまで送ってくれました。
日本語が通じないツアーだったので心配しましたが、親しみあるガイドと友好的なツアー仲間に助けられました。

There were no staff members who could speak Japanese, so I received an explanation through a Japanese instructional video. I went through three videos, and it took less than an hour to finish. It was great; I was able to take photos and have some taken of me as well.

日本語を話せるスタッフがいなく日本語説明動画で説明を受けました
3本しましたが1時間かからないくらいで終わりました
最高でした　撮影できましたし写真を撮ってもらえました

Entry was smooth, and there were no wait times for attractions, so we were able to enjoy almost everything. There were a lot of people, but the space was large, so it wasn't too bothersome.

入場もスムーズでアトラクションの待ち時間もなくほぼ全部で遊べました
人は多かったが広いのであまり気にならなかった

I have long admired flying airplanes since my youth. I had an experience here that I couldn't have in Japan. They accommodated me with training for takeoff, ascent, descent, and turns, which are all part of obtaining a license. The instructor was a young American man who graduated from a university in Japan, and he taught me very kindly.

若かりし頃から、飛行機の操縦にあこがれてました。
日本では、出来ない体験をさせていただきました。
離陸、上昇、下降、旋回と免許取得用の内容も受け入れてくださいました。
インストラクターは、アメリカ国籍で日本の大学をでた若い男の子で、
とても優しく教えて頂きました。

The Japanese guide welcomed us at the hotel. They were incredibly knowledgeable and taught us a lot about various things in Hawaii, which was very educational. Listening to them was as enjoyable as piloting a Cessna. Noticing my anxious personality, the captain mostly handled the piloting for me, haha. There was a moment while waiting to land when we made some sharp turns, and it became a really great memory. Thank you very much.

日本人ガイドがホテルまでお出迎え。めちゃくちゃ物知りな方でハワイの色んなことを教えていただき、すごく学びになりました。セスナを操縦するのに匹敵するぐらい話を聞いてるのが楽しかった。ビビリな私の性格をみて、セスナはキャプテンがほとんど操縦してくれてました笑　着陸時間まちで旋回する場面があったのですが、めちゃくちゃ角度が傾き、すごくいい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

Everyone was so kind, and I was able to experience it while relaxing! Being able to see the dolphins up close was the best memory!

みなさん優しい方ばかりでリラックスしながら体験できました！！イルカも間近で見ることができて最高の思い出です！！

He was so kind and made everyone feel at home!!! Sweet guy for sure. He taught us a lot about Pearl Harbor and those who fought for our country!!!

Since it was a weekday, it was quite empty, and we could slide down all those slides without any waiting time! The kids were so happy. I want to go again!

平日だったこともあって、かなり空いててあんなスライダーこんなスライダーが待ち時間なしで滑り放題！子供達大喜びでした。また行きたい！

I booked a trip with Dolphin University, but I received a call the evening before saying that they couldn't secure my reservation because they were busy. They asked if I could change my pickup time from 5:30 PM to 11:00 AM. Since I had plans in the afternoon, I inquired about cancellation fees, and the response was vague, saying, "It's not decided yet." I was left waiting for a call without knowing when it would come, and when I called back internationally, they told me to switch to Dolphin Junior High. I was informed that the boat would not have a slide and that swimming with dolphins would be different.

Since I had a 4-year-old and a 6-year-old with me, I was anxious about how the changes would affect us, but they said, "The children's feelings will determine if they can swim."

When we actually went, the boat was quite small, and the waves were high, making it impossible for the kids to swim with the dolphins, so we ended up watching from the boat. Additionally, the dolphins were in the middle of raising their young and swam away. (This is understandable, but the dolphin swim at Dolphin University should have ended by the end of October.)

Fortunately, the child who is prone to seasickness did not get sick, but it was disappointing that the 4-year-old couldn't enjoy it much due to the small boat.

Also, the instructions for entering the water were all in English, possibly because our family was the only Japanese group, which made me anxious as I had to act as an interpreter.

I wouldn't recommend this tour for those who are not used to such experiences or who are not comfortable with sudden changes. Personally, I was satisfied to see the dorsal fins of the dolphins and to go snorkeling, but I can't help but wonder how it would have been at Dolphin University. Given the size of the boat and the scale of the tour, I felt the price was high (even considering the weak yen).

イルカ大学を予約しましたが、前日夕方に電話があり、遊んでいたために取れなかったため、折り返すと、5時半ピックアップではなく、11時のものに変更できないかという打診でした。午後の予定を入れていたため、キャンセル料がかかるのかなど聞くと、「まだ決定したわけではないから」と歯切れの悪い返事。また、電話すると言われていつ頃かもわからない電話を待ち、また取れずにこちらから国際電話で再度折り返すと、「イルカ中学に変更してください。」と。スライダーがない船になることと、イルカと泳げるという点が異なると言われました。
4歳と6歳が一緒だったので、変更がどうなるか不安でしたが、「お子様の気持ち次第で泳げます」と。
実際行くと、かなり小さなボートで波がかなり高い場所でイルカと泳ぐのは子供は無理そうだったため、船から見学した。また、イルカは子育て中であり、逃げてしまった。（これは仕方ないが、そもそもイルカ大学のドルフィンスイムは10月末で終わっていたはず）
酔いやすい子供が酔わなかったのは幸いだったが、船も小さく、4歳はあまり楽しめていなかったのが残念だった。
また、入水時の説明が、日本人が私達家族だけだったからか、全て英語で、私が通訳のように説明しなければならなかったのが不安だった。
このようなツアーに慣れていない方や、突然の変更に慣れない方にはおすすめしません。
個人的にはイルカの背鰭が見学できて、シュノーケリングができて満足しましたが、イルカ大学だったらどうだったのか・・・と考えてしまいます。また、この内容（ボートの大きさやツアー規模）だとしたらダイビングでもなくこの値段はお高く感じました。（円安を考慮しても）

18 of our group of 24 went on this excursion. A few things- SAM was absolutely fantastic! So much knowledge- loved it! The fruit stand was awesome, the macadamia nuts stop was great, we were able to get great souvenirs at the best prices, treats, coffee- delish, bathrooms were clean and staff provided an excellent experience. We did the Waterfalls (definitely recommend) in the morning and had lunch at the cafe/bar there. Everything we ordered was delicious and the drinks were amazing. Then we did kayaking, SUP and some exploring aka shopping and tastes of local foods, LOL. So glad to have taken this excursion. Sam even had ice in the cooler.

Bus was half hour late. Received email half hour before our pick up time moving our pick up to a different location which created confusion for about 11 of us waiting to be picked up at original pick up site- our hotel! Very frustrating with no apologies. Very poor.

It was not crowded because it was the rainy season, and there was no waiting at all. However, it didn't rain during the day, so I was able to enjoy it thoroughly!

雨期だったため空いていて、全く並びませんでした。でも、日中は雨が降っていなかったので、十分に楽しむことが出来ました！

The North Shore was amazing, and as expected for a championship event, the huge waves were impressive. I even encountered a sea turtle while paddleboarding. It was a great tour.

初ノースショア、さすがチャンピオン大会が開催されるだけありもの凄い大波に感動。SUP中にウミガメにも遭遇。良いツアーでした。

It was a pool that is not very common in Japan.
I think similar pools can only be found at Fuji-Q or Nagashima Spa Land.
There were a lot of slides, and it was fun.
You might get caught in traffic on the way back, so please be careful.

日本にはあまりないプールでした。
似たプールは富士急かナガスパにしかないかな？
たくさんスライダーがあって楽しかったです。
帰りは渋滞に巻き込まれるかもです。お気をつけて。

We had the BEST time on our Ko Olina Ocean Adventures Dolphin & Snorkel Private Charter on October 10th!! We did the 3-hour private charter. We had a group of 25, all family, visiting Oahu for our wedding celebration and had booked this cruise for a little pre-wedding fun. Well, the cruise was beyond our expectations. We had the best time cruising around and snorkeling. We snorkeled and saw dolphins, sea turtles, and got to feed the fish. We had several kids under age 5 and they were able to accommodate us all. The crew was absolutely amazing. They took care of everyone’s needs, made us feel special, and created a super fun environment, all the while making sure we were safe. The food and drinks were also amazing!! Mine and my husband’s families cannot stop raving about the cruise and how amazing it was. It was also suitable for all ages, which was great, as we had six kids under 5. Also, booking this cruise through VELTRA was a breeze. They were so helpful and answered all my questions. Stop your searching and book this cruise, you will not regret it. I could not recommend this enough!! Thank you to the team for making this day so special for us and our family!!

I had been interested in the Cessna flying experience for a while, and I finally signed up for it this time. I felt a bit anxious because we were using the large Daniel K. Inouye Airport, which I usually fly to and from Japan. However, the pre-flight lecture and the instructor during the flight were both Japanese, and they kindly taught us. I was able to enjoy sightseeing from the sky, and it was a lot of fun and a new experience. The scenery I usually see from the cabin was completely different from the view from the cockpit, and I was moved when I pulled the control stick and took off. I would love to experience it again if I have the chance.

セスナ操縦体験は前から気になっていて今回申し込みました。
離着陸が日本との往復で利用している、巨大なダニエルKイノウエ空港だったので不安になりましたが、事前の講義もフライト時の教官も日本の方で、親切に教えて頂き空からの観光もできてとても楽しく新しい経験ができました。
いつもはキャビンから見ている景色も操縦席からはまったく違う景色で操縦桿を引いて離陸したときは感動です。
また機会があれば体験したいと思いました。

The driving experience was great. The person in charge of the pick-up and drop-off was also very accommodating. However, I was worried that I couldn't confirm things immediately upon arrival at the location. It would have been even better if I had received a message the day before about which car would be picking me up.

操縦体験良かったです。
また送り迎えの担当の方の対応良かったです。
ただ現地到着してからの確認が直ぐに取れなかったのが心配でした。
また前日にどの車が迎えにくるか連絡頂けるとより良かったと思います。

The tour was fun! Our Drivers gave us information about sites as we drove along! We stopped at the macadamia nut farm and fruit stand!! He gave us options about what was available for us to do! I was with a big group, we chose hiking to the waterfall and kayaking/paddleboarding!! The hike was along a paved road so not much hiking but swimming in a waterfall was worth it!! Make sure you wear water shoes that can tolerate walking on rocks if you get in at the waterfall! And while paddle boarding, I saw a turtle then ate gelato at one of the vendors near the lake!
Overall 9/10 experience!!! Would have loved to have gone to the beach as well but time didn’t permit

The instructor guided us from behind, which made the zipline experience feel safe! The scenery was beautiful and refreshing! Although they didn't seem to speak much Japanese, they made an effort to communicate, which was fun. I think it's better to avoid wearing white T-shirts or pants, as they can get quite dirty when putting on the harness.

インストラクターの方が前の後ろについて案内をしてくれるので安心してジップラインの体験ができました！景色がとても綺麗で爽快でした！
日本語は全く話せなそうでしたが、頑張ってコミュニケーションを取ろうとしてくれて楽しかったです。
ハーネスを着けると結構服が汚れるので、白のTシャツやズボンはやめた方が良いと思います。

I had my first piloting experience, and they taught me very carefully! It was great to be guided through the streets of Hawaii while piloting, and I got to see views that can only be seen from above!

They also took a lot of photos, which made for wonderful memories. 😊

初めて操縦体験を行いましたが、
丁寧に教えてくれました！！
また操縦しながらもハワイの街を案内してくれて上からでしか見れない景色を見れてよかったです！

また写真もたくさん撮ってくださるので思い出作りにもなります☺️

I didn't request a shuttle and went by bus and Lyft.
The attractions have lines, but not as much as at pools in Japan.
My turn came quickly.
I spent the whole day playing without eating.

送迎は頼まず、バスとLyftで行きました。
アトラクションは並んでますが、日本のプールほどではありません。
すぐに順番が来ます。
食事を取らずに1日遊んでいました。

At the entrance, there were commemorative coins to choose from, which was fun! I didn't bring a towel since it would be extra luggage and I planned to buy one as a souvenir, but I was able to purchase it at the shop as planned, and I still love using the bath towel.

入り口に記念コインがあり数種類選べて楽しかったです♪
タオルが荷物になるのと記念に購入しようと持ち込みませんでしたが、予定通り売店で買えて、バスタオルは今も気に入って使っています。

I was very satisfied with the tour because I was able to swim with dolphins in the beautiful sea. However, I think it's better not to have overly high expectations for the Japanese guide, as they provide only minimal interpretation and assistance.

綺麗な海でイルカと泳ぐ事ができたので、ツアー自体は大満足です。但し、日本語ガイドさんは、最低限の通訳、お世話しかしないので、過度な期待はしない方が良いと思います。

I called to change the pickup location the day before, and they kindly accommodated my request. It’s a reassuring experience with a company run by Japanese people. During the drive, they provided various information about Hawaii, which was enjoyable.

Pilot Teddy Nomura also shared many sightseeing spots during the flight. He spoke very well about the first-time experience of piloting. I was able to see rainbows multiple times, which was delightful.

After a short break (with plenty of snacks and juice), they changed the return shuttle to drop us off at Ala Moana Shopping Center. They recommended some affordable shops, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

I am very grateful to the couple who run the business. I had a wonderful experience and great memories. I would love to visit again. Thank you very much.

お迎え場所を前日変更するため電話をしましたが、快く変更に応じていただきました。
日本人の方がやっている体験会社で安心感があります。
行きの車のなかでも色々とハワイの案内をして頂き楽しかったです。

パイロットの野村テディさんも飛行中　沢山観光の場所を教えていただきました。
初体験の操縦にも　とても上手にお話しされてました。
何度も虹を見ることも出来楽しませていただけました。

帰りは少し休憩した後(沢山のお菓子とジュース)　ホテル迄の送迎を変更していただきアラモアナショッピングセンターで下車。お手頃なショップなど教えて頂き楽しませて頂きました。

経営者のご夫婦にとても感謝しております。
とても、良い体験と良い思いをさせていただきました。
また、寄らせて頂きたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

On the day of the experience, although things didn't go as planned due to aircraft maintenance, the staff worked hard to find a solution, and in the end, I was able to experience the flight as scheduled. I am truly grateful to all the staff.

This was my second time experiencing flight training in my life, and I can only express my amazement! I was able to hear the communication with the control tower, feel the moment of takeoff, and see the tourist spots of Hawaii from the cockpit. It was truly the best experience! Even now, I look at the photos and videos every day and remember it fondly. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii! Thank you so much!

当日、機体整備の関係で予定通りにいかなかったものの、何とか手配が出来ないか模索してくださり、結果的に予定通り体験操縦ができることになり、スタッフの皆様に本当に感謝しています。
人生で2回目の体験操縦。ただただ感動の一言です！管制塔とのやり取りを聞けて、自分で離陸していく瞬間を感じられて、操縦席からハワイの観光地を見れて、本当に最高でした！今も写真や動画を見ながら、毎日思い出しています。次回ハワイに行くときも必ず参加したいと思います！本当にありがとうございました！