All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

The sandbar didn't appear, so the scenery was just a shallow area, which was disappointing, but I was able to see a lot of fish and enjoyed a fun time kayaking. The live music on the boat was performed very well, and it was really good.

サンドバーは現れなかったので景色的にはただの浅瀬で残念だったんですが、お魚も沢山見れたし、カヤックにも乗れて楽しい時間を過ごせました。　　　船上ライブミュージックは歌が上手でがとても良かったです。

Nice Excursion- took their shuttle from Waikiki (extra fee) which took about 40 min because had 3 other hotel stops. Boat to Sandvar was about 10 min, lunch was tasty, music on boat was terrific and added ambiance. Was a cloudy day and even rained but even though chilly and not ideal was fun to have the opportunity to canoe ride, paddle board and snorkel in one area and one fee. Banana boat and tube ride (right at arrival to sandbar) was SUPER fun, lasted about 5 min each. Felt it should be longer for price per person. Overall was a nice afternoon experience, for cost though would say unless you do all of the activities it’s pricey. Staff was professional and friendly.

I couldn't see the pure white island, but I enjoyed snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (though the strong winds made it less elegant). The live music was surprisingly good, adding to the tropical atmosphere.

真っ白な島は、見れませんでしたが、シュノーケリングしたり、SAPしたり、楽しめました。（ただし風が強くて、優雅なSAPとはいきませんでしたが）
思いのほか、生演奏が良かったです。南国ムードましましでした。

I went without a shuttle, but I was able to get there with just one bus from in front of Ala Moana! The return bus took a while to arrive, so I spent some time at the nearby beach, but it came in about 30 minutes! The experience itself was great, as there was a guide who spoke Japanese, which made me feel very at ease! I also got to see sea turtles!

送迎なしで行きましたがアラモアナの前から1本のバスで行けました！
帰りのバスがなかなか来なかった為、近くの海で時間潰しをしましたが30分ほどで来ました！
体験自体も日本語が話せるガイドさんがいてすごく安心しました！
ウミガメも見れました！

The weather was somewhat lacking, but the sun came out occasionally, making it a decent day. The guide on the boat spoke Japanese clearly, so I felt reassured that I could hear the explanations well. At the sandbar, the sea sparkled beautifully, and it was very moving. It was amusing to watch the beach volleyball match between the participants, which turned into a Japan-US competition. (I was thinking to myself, "You went to the beach, and you're happy about that?" haha)

I wasn't expecting much from the hamburger for lunch, but it was very delicious and the portion was just right; it might have been the best part of the tour!

I participated in the last snorkeling session where I could stand, but since it was a few meters deep, I didn't join in to accommodate my family who can't swim. I recommend understanding that snorkeling will be in places where you can't stand before participating. Also, the large shuttle bus was comfortable for both trips, which was nice.

今一な天候でしたが時より太陽も出てまあまあな天気でした
船上でのガイドさんは日本語でかつ良く通る声なのでしっかり説明が聞けて安心できました。
サンドバーの所では海がキラキラ輝いてとても感動しました。
ツアー参加者同士のビーチバレーが日米対抗になっていて見ていて面白かった
(海に行ったんだろ？そんなので喜んでどうするって自分に突っ込んてましたがw)

昼食のハンバーガーは期待していなかったのですが、とてもおいしく量も丁度良くツアーの中でこれが一番良かったかなw

一番最後のシュノーケリングは背が立つレベルなら参加しましたが、数メートルあるそこそこ深い所の為、金槌の家族に合わせ参加しませんでした。背が立たたない場所でのシュノーケリングという事を理解した上で参加されることをお勧めします。
あと送迎のバスが大型で往復ともゆったりできたのは良かったです。

The horse understands the course, so it moves without needing much direction. Walking through the vast land on horseback felt great. The views of the sea were especially nice. However, there were many similar forest scenes, which made the time feel longer, so I think I would be satisfied with a more compact route that highlights the attractions. Also, although it's unrelated to the tour, I found that many of the souvenir designs at the gift shop were quite stylish.

馬がコースを理解しているのでとくに指示を出さなくても動いてくれます。
広大な土地を馬で歩くのは気持ちが良かったです。海が見えるところはとくに良かった。
ただ、似たような森の景色の部分も多くあり時間が長く感じたのでもう少し見どころをコンパクトを回るだけでも満足できそう。
あと、ツアーとは関係ないですがお土産屋さんのお土産のデザインが結構センス良いものが多くよかったです。

So much fun! The live music was on point. The crew made the trip fun and made sure everyone was safe while having a great time. Would highly recommend this excursion for all ages. We will definitely do this one again on our next visit.

We had this Snorkeling Adventure June1988 on our Honeymoon. We are Happy Uncle Bob’s Snorkeling Adventure 36 years later our Honeymoon with our 2 kids to share our Love June 2024.
Looking forward to do this again with our grandkkds someday.
Awesome crew. Perfect Sandbar
Thank you for the Memories♥️♥️

This was a great experience for our family. The banana boat and bumper ride was a fun time and I’d recommend for families to do together. We all had time to use the paddle boards and kayaks as well as try our hand at snorkelling. The crew was super friendly, informative and attentive while we were getting to the sandbar and throughout the activity. Snorkelling is limited to small fish amongst the reefs but great for novice snorkelers. Highly recommend this excellent excursion!

First of all, in conclusion, I'm glad I went! It was definitely a great experience!

The vast nature of Kualoa Ranch offers a dynamic and breathtaking scenery that you can't experience in Japan, and you can enjoy various views while riding the buggy :)

During the buggy tour, there was no Japanese guide, but after arriving at Kualoa Ranch, a Japanese staff member provided an overall introduction, so you can rely on them if you have any issues!

There is a Japanese video for the pre-tour instructions, so it's okay if you don't speak English.

During the tour, the guide spoke only English, but it's manageable with simple English, so those who are anxious about their English skills should still be able to enjoy it :)

All the guides were very kind and attentive.

Now, here are some points I would like future participants to keep in mind:

- Avoid wearing white or clothes that show dirt easily. During the one-and-a-half-hour ride, there is a lot of dust, so it's essential to wear clothes that can get dirty.

- Bring a towel and cleansing sheets, and it's recommended for women to go without makeup. As mentioned, you'll be covered in dust, and after the tour, you'll be hilariously dirty. There is a handwashing station right after getting off, but if the shuttle bus schedule is tight, you probably won't have time to wash thoroughly. So, after rinsing off a bit at the handwashing station, it's best to wipe your face and neck thoroughly with sheets in the car on the way back!

- Sun protection is important. It's a good idea to apply sunscreen or wear long sleeves (the buggies have no windows, so you'll be exposed to both dust and UV rays while riding!).

- Bring non-woven masks. You can get a bandana (for covering your nose and mouth) at the tour reception, but a non-woven mask is much better for dust.

- Please bring water. The tour lasts an hour and a half, with stops at scenic points for the guide's explanations, but it can get hot, so it's even better if you can hydrate regularly.

- Eating and drinking are prohibited on the shuttle bus, so you can have lunch at Kualoa Ranch. There are also souvenirs for sale, so you can enjoy the time between the tour and the shuttle.

If you're hesitating, definitely go for it! Fans of Jurassic Park will surely enjoy it too!!

まず、結論としては行って良かった！
とにかく良い経験になりました！

クアロアランチの広大な自然は、
日本では味わえないダイナミックさと絶景で
バギーでぐるっと回って色んな景色を楽しめます :)


バギーツアー中、
日本語ガイドさんは居ませんでしたが
クアロアランチ到着後は
まず、日本語スタッフさんが全体の案内をしてくださったので
何か困った時は頼りになります！

ツアー前の注意事項は、
日本語ビデオがあるので英語が出来なくても大丈夫

ツアー中は
英語オンリーのガイドさんでしたが、
簡単な英語でどうにかなるので
英語に不安がある方も楽しめるはず :)

ガイドさん達はどなたも
とても親切に色々気にかけてくださいました


ここからは
これからツアー参加される方へ参考にしてもらいたい点


・白い服、汚れが目立つ服は×
1時間半の走行中は砂埃がすごいので、
汚れてもOKなお洋服で参加は必須

・タオル＋クレンジングシートの持参と
女性は、すっぴん推奨
上記同様、砂埃をまともに被るので、
ツアー終了後は笑えるほど真っ黒になります。笑
降車後すぐの所に手洗い場はありますが
送迎バスの時間がタイトな場合があるので、
しっかり洗う余裕はきっとありません
なので、ある程度手洗い場で洗い流したら帰りの車内でお顔や首など徹底的にシートで拭くのがベストです！

・紫外線対策
日焼け止めをしっかり塗っていくか長袖着用がいいかも
（バギーは窓がないので
走行中は砂埃も紫外線とまともに浴びます！）

・不織布マスクなどの持参
ツアーの受付でもらえるバンダナ（鼻・口を覆う用）がありますが
砂埃には不織布マスクの方が俄然いいです

・水分持って行ってください
1時間半、絶景ポイントで降りてガイドさんの説明を受けながらのツアーですが
暑さで喉が乾くので都度水分摂取が出来ると尚良いですね

・送迎バスは、飲食禁止なので
ランチなどはクアロアランチ内で頂けます
お土産も売っているのでツアーと送迎の合間時間も楽しめます



迷われてる方はぜひ！
ジュラシックパーク好きな方も楽しめるはず！！

Awesome family time Very friendly tripulación very happy

We had a perfectly fun day! We rented bikes and snorkeling gear and flippers, rode to Lanikai beach (about a 29 minute ride), saw some turtles and fish. Then we came back, got boogy boards and enjoyed kalilua beach. Had some lunch did some souvenir shopping.

Our only complaint would be the tour bus driver who picked us up. He asked us where we were from and then said something about Biden being born there so we would have to walk. My husband asked him not to bring politics into our tour. He made another joke about our state and told us it was a long walk back. Then he told us there was a password (Hawaiian word) and that we couldn’t ride if we couldn't say it. Then he switched us to another bus to come back on. We were relieved.

I felt very relieved to participate in the tour as Japanese was also understood. The sandbar was about knee-deep, but the scenery was beautiful and it was the best. It was a bit disappointing that it rained in the morning, making the water a little murky, but the sea was still beautiful. The hamburger we ate on the water was also very delicious.

日本語も通じて非常に安心してツアーに参加できました。
サンドバーでは膝ぐらいでしたが、景色も綺麗で最高でした。
当日朝が雨で少し水が濁っていて残念でしたが、綺麗な海でした
海上で食べるハンバーガーもとても美味しかったです

This trip to the sandbar was excellent. The company has the day very well planned for guests so that you don’t have to worry about anything other than relaxing.

Here are all the pros:
Pick up and drop off from Waikiki available
Lunch provided
Paddle board and kayak use included
Nice sun deck set up
Friendly staff
Great music for the trip to and from

Overall, excellent experience and I’m glad I didn’t miss it.

Awesome activity! This is my second time booking captain bob’s and I can’t tell you enough how great it is, you would need to experience it for yourself! From the start, the staff are very welcoming and keep you entertained throughout the entire experience. They take the time to go around to chat with everyone, making it a comfortable excursion. Although they don’t do anything specific for birthdays, they still made sure to sing her a happy birthday! Book it, you won’t regret it!

Last year, I was able to enjoy a horseback riding course that featured scenery from movie filming locations, and I was looking forward to it again this year. However, this year, it ended up being just a two-hour ride along a mountain path, which was disappointing. The people in my riding group were similarly frustrated and said they didn't want to participate again. Is it the instructor who decides the course? Was it just bad luck this year? If possible, please let me know.

昨年は、映画ロケ地の景色も楽しめるコースを乗馬することができ、今年も楽しみに申込したところ、今年は山道を、ひたすら2時間乗馬するだけで終わってしまいガッカリでした。一緒に乗馬したグループの人達も同様に不満を爆発しており、2度と参加したくないと言っていました。コースを決めるのは、インストラクターが決めるのですか。今年は運が悪かっただけなのですか。よかったら教えてください。

beautiful day on the sand bar with great music and organization with tons of activities included (kayaking, paddle board, snorkeling). felt very safe even with two small kids in the open ocean. highly recommend for families!

I enjoyed the beautiful sea at Sandbar. We also saw sea turtles while sailing, and we were able to see sea turtles while snorkeling as well. The hamburgers were delicious, and the weather was great.

サンドバーではキレイな海を楽しめました。また、航行中にウミガメも見れて、シュノーケリングでもウミガメを見ることができました。ハンバーガーも美味しく、天気にも恵まれてよかったです。

Amazing guides, beautiful scenery and A lot of fun zipping around on the ATVs. Learnt a lot and made special memories.

On the round-trip boat, there was a lively atmosphere with live music. While playing with the SPU and canoe, the staff amusingly helped pull us back when we were about to drift out of the safe zone, allowing us to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. During snorkeling, we were given food to attract the colorful tropical fish, and we were able to enjoy the beautiful waters of Hawaii.

往復の船の中では、雰囲気満点の生演奏。
SPUやカヌーで遊んでいて、風で安全区域から出そうになると係の方々が面白おかしく、引き戻し助けてくださり、安心して遊ぶ事ができました。
シュノーケリングでは、餌を持たせてもらい、色とりどりの南国の魚達が側に集まって、美しいハワイの海を楽しむことが出来ました。

The weather was nice and the scenery was amazing. I thought we would be able to run around more freely, but we had to ride in a line. Since there were two couples sharing one vehicle, it would have been better to split the reservations and have one vehicle for each couple. The dust at the back of the line was intense, so wearing clothes that can get dirty is a must. The distance we traveled was sufficient.

天気も良く景色は最高でした。もっと自由に走り回れるのかと思っていましたが、隊列を組んでの走行でした。二人カップル二組で一台だったので、申し込みを分けて二人で一台にすれば良かったです。隊列の後ろの方は砂ぼこりが凄いので、汚れて良い服装は必須ですね。走行距離は充分でした。

My guests from Japan and I had a great time! Our tour guide was so funny & knowledgeable. Weather and the views of the windward side of Oahu were beautiful! A visit to Kualoa Ranch is a must when visiting Hawai’i.

The crowds dont lie! Our family loved this experience as you get the ATV thrill alongside the experience of the ranch!

The ride and the guides were great. The land has amazing views that our pictures don’t do it justice. Only thing that we either missed or wasn’t made aware to us was that if you have the last ride booked, you must shop at the gift store before hand. We were going to wait so items didn’t get dirty. The store was closed when we returned and we could not buy souvenirs as we planned to. It also rained during our ride (part of the experience - still had a great time) and we (13 people in my family in our group that day) probably would have all bought dry shirts/sweatshirts for the Uber ride back to our hotel. They do tell you to bring a change of clothes but we planned on buying shirts. Also, you can’t order online and pay to ship any souvenirs which we would have done if available.

You can enjoy a beautiful sea as far as the eye can see. Since life jackets are provided, both adults and children can play safely. The fact that boats and stand-up paddleboards (SUP) are available for free is also a great attraction.

見渡す限りのきれいな海が堪能できます。救命具をつけるので大人から子供まで安心して遊べます。ボートやSUPが無料で使えるのも魅力です。

I had fun doing kayaking, SUP, and snorkeling. My niece was a little afraid but the lifeguard on duty was so nice. She even left her use the lifeguard belt thingy. Also the guy who was watching out for everyone who strayed too far past the yellow border for SUP was amazing. Sorry we couldn’t get the hang of it! Go earlier the better. The tide is lower. Consider this when thinking of what you’d like to do.

My husband and I enjoyed this tour…The sand bar is totally unique.. it’s very cool to step out of the boat in what should be deep water and find the water to only be knee deep! The lunch that was provided was delicious.. hamburgers hot off a grill with sides. Then off to a second location to snorkel with hot chocolate or coffee available after ! The guys were very nice.. friendly and fun!

A senior couple, a two-hour horseback ride! I was a bit worried if it would be okay, but I had so much fun. Before the ride, the Japanese explanatory video made everything easy to understand and put my mind at ease.

Anyway, the horses are very smart. The staff member led us confidently. The mountain paths with views of the great outdoors, the narrow trails through the grasslands, and the beautiful slopes overlooking the sea were wonderful. When it started to rain partway through, we got excited and said, "Wow, it's like a scene from a movie!" I highly recommend this for seniors.

シニア夫婦、２時間の乗馬！　大丈夫かなっと不安でしたが　＼(^o^)／　とっても楽しめます。乗馬前に日本語での説明映像で分かり安く安心しました。
とにかく《お馬さんがお利口です。》スタッフのお姉さんが、グイグイとリードしてくれます。大自然の山を見上げる山道・草原の細道・綺麗な海に見惚れながらの坂道ステキです。途中で雨が降ってきた事も『わあ〜シナリオ通りみたいだね』と、盛り上がりました。シニアの方々にお勧めしたいです。

I had a horseback riding experience at Kualoa Ranch!

The scenery was beautiful, and I was able to enjoy both the ocean and the mountains! It was my first time riding, and I was a bit anxious, but the staff were kind, and the horse was very well-behaved! I did end up with a bit of back pain, though, haha.

I was also happy that they asked for my preferences regarding the shuttle bus schedule! Thank you very much!

クアロアランチで乗馬体験してきました！

とても景色がよく、海と山両方楽しむことができました！
乗馬も初めてで不安でしたがスタッフさんも優しく、馬もとてもいい子でした！
ただ私は少し腰が痛くなりました、、笑

送迎バスの時間も希望を聞いていただけて嬉しかったです！ありがとうございました！

Absolutely would do this every time I was in Hawaii. The experience really dives you into nature. Perfect time during our honeymoon.