All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

This was SUCH a fun experience for my kids and their friends (ages 7 - 12). They got to do all five activities and didn't have any wait at all for 4 (there was a short wait for the stand-up paddle, but because there were four other things for them to have fun doing, they didn't notice at all). The crew was fabulous. They let the kids jump off the boat from different parts and had great snacks that the kids gobbled up. We asked them what they liked the best and they said they loved all the activities.
The stand-up paddling was probably the biggest hit. The snorkel and kayak and jumping off the boat (extra LOL) was next. Slide and trampoline after that. Since they're smaller/lighter, it was harder for them to jump on the trampoline -- adults will be able to make it bounce more. But yes, over all, AMAZING experience. Just a reminder that the harbor is paid parking so make sure to be ready for that. Hope you all enjoy it like we did! :)

I participated with a friend. Our group included four pairs (two from Japan and two from overseas), totaling 12 participants. The person in charge of us did not speak Japanese, and we were only given a notice written in Japanese, but as long as you read it properly, there are no issues (it includes precautions for parasailing and landing methods).

The parasailing lasted about 5 to 10 minutes each time, and I was very satisfied! Right in front of us was Diamond Head, and below was the deep blue sea; it felt like we were gracefully flying alongside airplanes. At first, the height was surprising, but it wasn't scary at all, and it felt quite relaxing. However! The real activity felt like it was on the boat, as it rocked quite a bit! The life jackets are only worn during parasailing, so if you're not holding onto the railing, you might seriously feel like you're going to be thrown off. The women in our group screamed! We took motion sickness medication, so we were fine, but four people ended up getting seasick.

I think the waiting time on the boat depends on the number of participants, and since we were facing backward to watch those parasailing, along with the wave height, it contributed to the motion sickness. I strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance if you're prone to it, but overall, I’m glad I participated!

友人と参加しました。私たちのグループ含め4組(日本、海外各2組)12名の参加でした。
私たちを担当してくださった方は日本語が出来ず、日本語が書かれた注意書きを渡されるのみですがちゃんと読んでいれば問題ないです(パラセーリング中の注意点や着陸方法等)。
1回につき5分から10分のパラセーリング、とても満足です☆目の前にダイアモンドヘッド、下は真っ青な海、飛行機が飛ぶ横を優雅に飛んでいる感じです。最初は高さにびっくりしますが全然怖くなくのんびりできる感じです。が！本当のアクティビティは船なんじゃないかというくらい揺れます！救命胴衣はパラセーリング中のみの着用のためそれ以外は手すりにつかまってないととばされると本気で思うぐらいです。私たち含めた女性陣は悲鳴です！私たちは酔い止めを飲んでたため無事でしたが4名の方が船酔いしてました。参加人数によって船での待機時間があること、パラセーリングしてる方を見てるためずっと後ろ向きなこと、波の高さが要因だと思いますので酔いやすい方は事前の酔い止めを強くおすすめしますが、総合的に参加してよかったです！

There were four groups including us, and everyone except us was from abroad, but the atmosphere on the boat was really nice! There were two foreign staff members who spoke only basic Japanese, giving instructions and asking if we were having fun, but they were very cheerful! I didn't get seasick, but if you're worried about seasickness, it might be a good idea to bring some motion sickness medication!

Parasailing was a bit scary, but it felt amazing, and it was so much fun to see everything from up high!!! They checked with us about taking photos when it was our turn, and they were also filming with a GoPro. I saw that the group before me had some great shots, so I decided to purchase the photos they took of us! This also became a wonderful memory!

I'm really glad we chose to go up to 150 meters! If I come back to Hawaii, I definitely want to go parasailing again!

私たち含め4組おり、自分たち以外は外国の方でしたが、船での雰囲気もとても良かったです！
外国のスタッフさんが2人で日本語は最低限の指示や楽しかった？などでしたがとても陽気な方でした！私は酔いませんでしたが、船酔いが不安な方は酔い止めを持っていくと良いかもしれません！
パラセーリングは、少し怖かったですがとっても気持ちよく、色んなところを見渡すことがてきものすごく楽しかったです！！！
自分達の番のときに写真を撮るかどうかを確認してくれて、GoProでも撮っていましたが、私の前のグールプが撮ってもらっていて良さそうだったので撮ってもらった物を購入しました！これも良い思い出になりました！
150mにして良かったなと思います！
またハワイに来ることがあれば、絶対にパラセーリングをやりたと思います！

I went to the meeting place and waited for 10 minutes past the scheduled time, but the shuttle did not arrive. Even when I called, they spoke rapidly in English, and I couldn't understand anything. In the end, I waited for an hour, and then I received a call from Veltra, who made excuses about traffic congestion. It was a disaster. Being in a foreign country, I can tolerate some things, but this was a complete no-show.

集合場所に行き集合時間の10分待っても送迎が来ません。こちらから電話しても英語でペラペラ言って何もわからず結局１時間待ってベルトラから電話があり車が渋滞してるなどの言い訳けをし災厄でした。外国なのである程度は我慢ができますが、完全のすっぽかしです

Since I participated alone, my request was initially declined due to not meeting the minimum number of participants. However, they later contacted me to let me know that the required number was reached. I didn't get to see the honu, but I was satisfied to see various fish!

一人で参加だった為、最初は最小催行人数に見合わずリクエストNGとなりましたが、後々人数に達したと連絡してきてくれました。
ホヌには会えませんでしたが、様々な魚に会えて満足してます♪

I didn't think I would get seasick, but since all the participants cruise until the end, I recommend taking motion sickness medication if you have any concerns. A little while ago, I told the crew, and they moved me to a spot where I wouldn't get sick, and I managed to hold on just fine. The sky above was clear and it was truly pleasant! The staff were also enjoyable, and I was very satisfied; my daughter said she had more fun than with dolphin watching or shrimp fishing!

船酔いするほど走らないと思っていましたが、参加するメンバー全員が終わるまでクルージングするので少しでも不安がある方は酔い止めの薬は飲んでおいた方が良いかと思います。私は少し前にクルーに伝えると、酔いにくい場所に移動させてもらいギリで持ちこたえられました。空のうえは快晴で言うことも無く、本当に気持ち良かったです！ 担当の皆さんも楽しくて大変満足、娘もイルカやエビ釣りよりも楽しかったと言ってました！

This is why people come to Hawaii for a vacation and adventure. Today we had an awesome time from start to finish. Both Laura and T. from Ohio ( forgive not knowing how to spell his name) were absolutely the best. Very easygoing, sociable, and very informative about the excursion, the ecosystem and all it encompasses. We could see the passion they both have for the environment. They worked well as a team, always putting safety first.
As for the the actual excursion... Pickup was on time, the briefing was short but thorough. And off we went. We were towed out to a point (to save time) then we were cut loose to follow our leader out to our destination. Once there, they reviewed the do's and don'ts regarding the ecosystem and its inhabitants. We snorkeled for over an hour while our guides educated us about all the different things we were seeing. Once done we kayaked back the the shore, rinsed off and sat down for an impressive lunch. (thanks to the cook) YUMMY
Sad to say it was over... highly recommend this tour, company and crew!!!

A big Thank You to all,
Chuck and Holly Romero

At first, I was anxious because I had no experience, but thanks to the instructor Mieko, who explained everything carefully, I was able to enjoy it. After landing on the island, I was able to take photos and she talked about the environment and plants of Hawaii. For lunch, I chose pizza, and it was very delicious.

最初は未経験ということもあり不安でしたが、インストラクターのみえこさんに丁寧に説明してもらったおかげで楽しめました。島に上陸した後も写真を撮ってもらったり、ハワイの環境や植物などの話をしてくれました。昼食はピザ選びましたが、とっても美味しかったです。

First time parasailing and it was one of the most frightening yet exciting things I've ever done!

Our captains were very friendly, and definitely knew what they were doing. My next trip to Hawaii I would definitely do it again!

Our adventure parasailing was amazing! Our 2 captains made us feel safe and comfortable, considering the fact that everyone in my family is afraid of heights!

Has one of the best views of one most of Waikiki as well! Definitely 10/10 recommend!

Even if you can't speak English, it was easy to understand with the use of gestures. There is an instructor present, so women can participate with peace of mind. I recommend it for beginners as well.

英語が話せなくてもジェスチャーを交えてくれてわかりやすかったです。
インストラクターの方がいらっしゃるので女性でも安心して参加できます。
初心者の方にもオススメです。

Honestly, I don't have much confidence in my athletic ability. I told everyone I was going to Hawaii, and when you think of Hawaii, you think of marine sports, but drowning in the ocean is no joke. So, I decided to join this guided tour. They provided thorough explanations in Japanese, and it wasn't as difficult as I had feared, so I was able to enjoy it.

And above all, the ocean was vast, and the sky was blue. I feel like I truly enjoyed Hawaii. Just as a reference, I want to emphasize the importance of not neglecting sunscreen. Especially if you plan to wear flip-flops, please make sure to take care of the tops of your feet as well.

正直運動神経に大変自信がないぼく。
みんなにはハワイに行くって言っちゃって、ハワイといえばマリンスポーツだけど、海で溺れちゃシャレになんないし。
ということでガイド付きのこちらのツアーに参加を決意。
日本語でしっかり説明もしてくれて、恐れていたほど難しいこともなく楽しめた。
そして何と言っても
海は広かった、空は青かった。
ハワイを満喫できたように思う。
ただ、参考までにお伝えしておきたいのは、日焼け止めを怠らないこと。
特にビーサンを履く予定なのであれば、必ず足の甲もしっかりケアしてあげてほしい。

I participate every time I come to Hawaii. This time, the sunset cruise was fully booked, so I went with the daytime course. Cruising with a Mai Tai in hand while looking at the hotels in Waikiki and Diamond Head is just too luxurious. Recently, there have been many international participants, and there was only one Japanese group left. I would give it six stars if I could.

ハワイに来るたびに参加しています。今回はサンセットが満員でしたので、昼のコースに。マイタイ片手にワイキキのホテル群、ダイヤモンドヘッドを見ながらクルーズなんて贅沢すぎ。最近は、海外の方の参加率が多く、日本人グループは、あと一組だけ。星６つ付けたいくらいです。

The weather was very nice, and the scenery was great! The crew was cheerful and kind, constantly providing drinks and taking photos for us. We were able to see sea turtles and seals from a distance! Going further out to sea and looking at the beach and the view of Diamond Head was exceptional! Riding the waves felt like a roller coaster and was thrilling. However, one of the kids (a middle schooler) got a bit seasick. Thank you to the staff for their support. While I and the other family members were fine, I recommend that those who are concerned take motion sickness medication before boarding. It was a wonderful experience sailing, something that doesn't come by often!

とてもよいお天気で景色もよく見えました！クルーの皆さんも明るく親切で飲み物をどんどん用意してくれたり、写真をとってくれたりしました。海亀とアザラシを遠くから見ることができました！どんどん沖にでて海からビーチをみたり、ダイヤモンドヘッドを見る景色はまた格別でした！波にぐんぐん乗り、まるでジェットコースターのようでスリルもありました。ただ子供(中学生)か一人酔ってしまいました。スタッフの方のフォローありがとうございました。私や他の家族は大丈夫でしたが心配な方は乗る前に酔い止めをのんでおくことをオススメします。なかなかできないセーリングでとても楽しめました！

My friend and I did this activity last week and it was so much fun! Perfect thing to do on your day off or if you are vacationing in Hawaii. So many activities to do on one boat, you can't beat it! All of the employees were very kind and happily helped us when we asked to use kayaks/paddleboards, etc. Highly recommended!

After the video lesson, we practiced on the sandy beach. Since it was a longboard suitable for beginners, almost all the women, including myself, were able to ride it right away! The guide was also cheerful! I was a bit disappointed that we couldn't get any photos taken.

ビデオ講習のあとにビーチの砂浜で練習しました。初心者向けのロングボードということもあり、私を含めほとんどの女性がすぐ乗れてました！
ガイドさんも陽気な感じでした！
写真撮影して貰えなかったのが少し残念でした。

■Positive Points
The sea is beautiful.
It's not as scary as I thought.

■Negative Points
It shakes a lot.
When there are many participants, the waiting time on the shaking boat is long, and you can get seasick.
Since it goes quite far offshore, you can get seasick during that time.

■Overall Evaluation
Most of the negative points are related to seasickness, but even people who usually don't get seasick will likely get sick, so motion sickness medication is essential.
I think this is the most important point to be aware of, but there isn't much warning about it, so please be careful, everyone.
We were the last ones, but while others were participating, we got seasick, and by the time it was our turn, we were just trying not to throw up and hardly enjoyed it (laughs).

■良かった点
海が綺麗
思ったほど怖くない。

■悪かった点
とにかく揺れる
参加人数が多いと、船に揺られて待つ時間が長く、酔う。
かなり沖合まで行くので、その間に酔う。

■総評
悪かった点はほとんど船酔い関係ですが、
普段船酔いしない人でもまず間違いなく酔いますので、酔い止めは必須です。
最も注意すべきポイントだと思いますがあまり注意喚起がされていないので、皆さん気をつけて下さい。
私達は最後だったのですが、他の方がされている間に酔ってしまい、自分達の番の時はとにかく吐かないように我慢していて、ほとんど楽しめませんでした(笑)

We participated with three adults. There was no transportation provided, and we made a reservation for 3 PM. We had to wait in the blazing sun for an hour from the designated check-in time, and the departure was around 3:30 PM. The boat was quite rocky, but I was fine since I took motion sickness medication. I have a fear of heights, but after reading everyone’s experiences, I decided to go for the 150 meters. While the stunning views distracted me, it was still scary. Especially after the Japon, we went up at quite a speed, and I ended up screaming so much that my voice went hoarse. The other two said they wanted to do it again.

I requested a photo shoot for $30, and there were a total of 85 pictures taken. The other group had the same number of photos. I had high hopes since there was a telephoto lens, but most of the pictures were blurry due to continuous shooting, and in some, my face was completely dark because of backlighting. Only a few decent photos turned out. It might have been better to exchange cameras with the other group or use AirDrop to share photos with smartphones.

大人3人で参加しました。送迎なし、15時で予約しました。
指定されたチェックインから1時間炎天下で待たされ、出発は15時30分位でした。
ボートはかなり揺れましたが、酔い止めを飲んでいたので大丈夫でした。
高所恐怖症ですが、みなさんの体験談を読んで思い切って150mにしてみました。素晴らしい景色を見ていると気がまぎれるのですが、やっぱり怖かったです。特にジャポンの後はかなりのスピードで上がって行くので、声が枯れるほど叫んでしまいました。他の二人はまたやりたいと言っていました。
30ドルで写真撮影をお願いしましたが、全部で85枚写っていました。
他のグループの方も同じ枚数でした。
望遠レンズが付いていたので期待していたのですが、連写されたピンボケ、逆光で顔が真っ黒、景色もイマイチで まともな写真は数枚でした。
他のグループの方とカメラを交換して撮りあったり、スマホのAirDropで交換
したほうがよかったかもしれません。

I tried parasailing for the first time in my 50s. I'm not good with rocking boats or heights, but I took motion sickness medication and decided to go for it, and it was truly amazing! The time spent flying in the air was longer than I expected.

50代にして初めてパラセーリングに挑戦しました。揺れるボートも高いところも苦手だけど酔い止めを飲んで思い切って参加しましたが本当最高でした！
思った以上に空中を飛ぶ時間は長かったです。

I had a reservation for stand-up paddleboarding, but due to the high waves, I quickly switched to surfing. I was anxious, but the instructor was funny and taught us kindly, and somehow both of us were able to stand up and ride the waves! Mr. Aiza's broken Japanese is the best!

サップで予約していましたが、波が高かったため、急遽サーフィンに変更しました。
不安でしたが、先生が面白く、優しく教えてくれて、なんとか2人とも立って、波に乗ることが出来ました！
アイザ先生のカタコトの日本語が最高です！

Dan, who speaks Japanese fluently, guided us. The sea was clear, and we could see various fish. Along the way, we encountered a sea turtle swimming, which made me feel very happy. We swam a lot, so by the end, I was tired, but it was a truly valuable experience.

日本語ペラペラのDanさんが案内してくれました。海は澄んでいろんな魚も見れました。途中　ウミガメが泳いでいるところに遭遇し、とてもHappyな気分になりました。とてもたくさん泳いだので最後は疲れましたが　とても貴重な体験ができました。

After enjoying the beautiful beach, I went shopping in Kailua Town. My husband found the aloha shirt he wanted, which we couldn't find in size M in Honolulu, but we discovered it in Kailua! He seemed really happy about it.
It was helpful that we were able to get a ride to Kahala without any additional charge.
Next time, I want to rent a bike and go to the farmers' market.

綺麗なビーチを楽しんだ後、カイルアタウンでお買い物しました。主人が欲しかったアロハシャツ、ホノルルではMサイズがみつからなかったのに、カイルアで発見! すごく嬉しかったようです。
カハラまで追加料金なしで送迎してもらえて助かりました。
次回は自転車をレンタルして、ファーマーズマーケットに行きたいです。

We participated as a family of four. Out of the ten participants, everyone except our family was foreign, and they were lively, cheering and clapping, making the time enjoyable even outside of our own experience. Each pair had about ten minutes of experience, and we returned to the port after 1 hour and 10 minutes from departure.

It was our first time parasailing, and the view from above was magnificent and refreshing. When we reached the highest point, it felt like we were at the same height as Diamond Head. The sky and sea were both a brilliant blue, and Waikiki, with its lined-up hotels, looked beautiful, making us feel like we had stepped into a postcard.

Our daughters participated while filming with a GoPro, and that video became a nice souvenir. Just for reference, I tend to be a bit anxious and brought various items with me, but I hardly got wet (just a little on my feet), and I didn't need to use a towel or change clothes. Haha.

家族4人で参加しました。
10名の参加者のうち、うちの家族以外は外国人でノリが良く、歓声があがったり、拍手がおきたりと、自分たちの体験以外の時間も楽しかったです。
各ペア10分ほどの体験で出発から1時間10分で港に戻って来ました。
初めてのパラセーリングでしたが、空からの景色は壮大で清々しく、一番高く上がった時はダイヤモンドヘッドと同じくらいに感じました。
空も海も一面青く、ホテルが連なるワイキキは綺麗で絵はがきの中に入り込んだ気分になりました。
娘たちはゴープロを撮影しながら参加。その動画もお土産になりました。
参考までに、、心配性で荷物をあれこれ持参しましたが、ほとんど濡れることもなく(足が少し濡れる程度)タオルも着替えも使いませんでした。笑

Parasailing was my first experience, and it was exhilarating. I had the precious opportunity to see the beautiful scenery of Hawaii from the ocean. The operation was smooth, allowing us to go up and down and even dip a little into the water, which was a lot of fun. One downside was that while others were participating, we had to stay on the boat, which made some people feel seasick. I felt like most people were a bit nauseous. I think it would be more comfortable if there were fewer groups on the boat at the same time.

パラセーリングは初めてでしたが、爽快感があって、ハワイの景色を海から見られるという貴重な体験が出来ました。
操縦もうまく、上げたり下げたり、少しだけ水の中に入れたりと、楽しませてくれました。
ひとつ難点は、他の方がやっている間も船に乗っているため、酔うことです。ほとんどの方が酔っていた気がします。もう少し同乗する組が少なければ快適なのかなと思いました。

I was picked up at my hotel in Honolulu, and after about a 40-minute drive with the instructor and others, we arrived at the bay while listening to stories about Hawaii's traffic conditions. Since it's a protected beach, we watched a lecture video before entering. The way there was downhill, so I didn't need to take the shuttle. This beach is shallow, so it's more like playing in the water than snorkeling. However, it's suitable for families and beginners. The sea turtles are in deeper areas, but we were able to see a turtle eating on the rocks. The guide adjusts to your skill level, so I think you can participate with peace of mind.

ホノルルのホテルまで迎えに来てもらい、インストラクターさんの車で約４０分、他の方と同乗でしたが、ハワイの交通事情等お話しを聞きながらドライブでベイに到着。自然保護されている浜なので入場までレクチャービデオ見たりします。行きは下りなのでシャトルに乗らずとも平気でした。この浜は浅いのでシュノーケリングというか水遊び的な感じですね。でもその分、家族連れでも初心者でも大丈夫。ウミガメは深いところにいるので泳いでいく場所に行きますが岩場でご飯食べるウミガメさんに会えました。ガイドさんもレベルに合わせてくれるので安心して参加できると思います。

I participated with my 8-year-old and 6-year-old children. The younger one, who was feeling anxious, relaxed thanks to Dan's smile and humor, and we were able to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind thanks to Chieko's thorough lecture. I was also impressed by the thoughtful considerations and advice on the beach, not just about snorkeling. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely like to repeat this experience. Thank you very much! ☆

８歳と６歳の子供と参加しました。
不安に感じていた下の子も、ダンさんの笑顔とユーモアで緊張もほぐれ、チエコさんの丁寧なレクチャーのおかげで、安心して楽しむことができました。
シュノーケリングのことだけではなく、細かな配慮やビーチでのアドバイスにも感激しました。
またハワイに行く機会があれば、ぜひリピートさせていただきたいと思います。
ありがとうございました☆

I participated to enjoy the sea slowly! I was able to spend a luxurious time, and I am very satisfied! There were also Japanese staff, which made me feel very secure.

ゆっくり海を楽しもうと参加しました！
贅沢な時間を過ごす事が出来て、とても満足です！日本のスタッフもいて、とても安心でした♪

OMG!! What an experience! Soaring above beautiful blue waters with sunny skies! The captain and his mate were entertaining and engaging. They gave a mini lesson, took pics and were understanding with our autistic son whom went first with his dad! The location was super convenient since it was right in the back of our hotel! Our time was suppose to be later but they were able to move us up which apllowed us to get to our next activity on time. If you are fearful suck it up and jump right in! It's a decision you would not regret!

My fiancée and I had a great Oahu experience. The team on board made us very comfortable and explained each step with detail. They chose a great site to go in at and the personal attention when in the water was amazing. Hats off to the crew.

Pickup was on time, and we got on the boat on the almost immediately.

The 2 guides were great!

The parasailing experience was great with fantastic views all around. The only downside was that since the wind was towards the direction of the sun, all the photos were just silhouettes and our faces couldn't be seen. This is nothing against the company, who were great :)

Would recommend!