All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

The surf lesson I participated in this time was carefully taught by the staff, focusing on beginners. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese, and the surfer staff who supported us in the water used simple Japanese to explain things, making it easy to understand! I would love to try surfing again!

今回参加したこのサーフレッスンは初心者向けの内容を丁寧にスタッフの方が教えてくれていました。また、日本語を話せるスタッフの方もいますし、海に入ってサポートしてくれるサーファーのスタッフも日本語を簡単ですが使って教えてくれるのでわかりやすかったです！
またサーフィンをやってみたいです！

It was my first time, but I was able to ride the waves! Everyone was very kind and taught us well. We were divided into two groups, with one teacher who was very attentive (possibly a teacher for smaller classes) and another who encouraged us to practice more. I ended up with the practice-oriented teacher, so I was able to ride the waves many times. However, it really requires a lot of stamina, so it's best to be prepared. I got tired halfway through.

Also, the next day, you will definitely feel quite sore! But I’m glad I did it.

As a note, it's better to eat lightly before surfing. My husband ate too much for breakfast and ended up feeling sick, so he could only ride the waves twice and spent most of the time watching from the beach (laughs).

初めてだけど、波に乗れました！みなさん丁寧に教えてくれます。
2つグループに分かれていて、丁寧に教えてくれる先生（もしかしたら少人数レッスンの先生かも）とどんどん実践をさせる先生がいました。
私は実践させる先生にあたったので、何度も何度も波にのれました。
ただ、本当に体力が必要なので、心して行ったほうが良いです。私は途中でバテてしまったので。
あと、次の日はかなり筋肉痛になります！でもやってよかったです。

注意点としては、サーフィン前のご飯は少なめのほうが良いです。一緒に行った夫は朝ごはんを食べすぎてしまい、気持ち悪くなって2本しか波に乗れず、ほとんど浜辺で見ていました（苦笑）

I had a great time with a small group. The explanation on how to use the snorkel was thorough, and I didn't encounter any difficulties along the way. I was also satisfied to see turtles up close.

少人数で非常に楽しめました。シュノーケルの使い方の説明も丁寧で途中で困ることもありませんでした。
近くでカメを見ることもでき満足です。

Parasailing off the coast of Kaka'ako was fun with great weather. It was my first time in 20 years, and it was amazing. The pickup location changed due to a parade, but I had checked it out the day before, so it was fine.

カカアコ沖でのパラセリングお天気も良く楽しかったです。
２０年ぶりにしましたが最高でした。
ピックアップ場所がパレードの為変更になりましたが前日に
下見に行ったので大丈夫でした。

I challenged myself to 150 meters.
I'm glad I chose 150 meters.
The view of the Hawaiian sea from that height was truly moving!
The time in the air was longer than I expected, and I had a lot of fun.
The boat ride to get there was also exciting, with the staff being lively and energetic, which gave me a boost of energy as well. Their service was kind and helpful. Thank you very much.
The beautiful Hawaiian sea I saw from up there is etched in my memory.
Thank you so much!!

150メートルを挑戦しました。
150メートルにして良かったです。
あの高さからのハワイの海は、とっても感動しましたっ！
滞空時間も思っていたより長く、すごく楽しめました。
行くまでのボートでもスピードを出して楽しませてくれたり、ノリの良い元気なスタッフさん達で、こちらも元気を頂きました。対応も親切でした。ありがとうございました。
あの上から見た美しいハワイの海が目に焼き付いています。
ありがとうございましたっ！！

Was expecting more glass, more drinking, and more swimming. But it was still a great time. The guides were great and knowledgeable. And we saw turtles!

Great Experience parasailing @ Waikiki. No issues finding the smallish “World Headquarters” and the crew was a blast. Definitely go big with the 1000’ option. Great views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.

I participated with my mother. On the day, there were only three of us, including another group of women. After enjoying the view 150 meters up in the air with my mother, we unexpectedly went up again with the other group of women! I’m grateful for the staff's thoughtful arrangement! I was a bit anxious since everything was in English, but they humorously said, "You are a lucky girl!" and we got to enjoy another aerial walk. The view was amazing, and it became a lifelong memory.

母と二人で参加しました。
当日は私たちともう一組女性の方の3人のみで、先に母と150ｍ上空に上がって景色を楽しんだ後、まさかまさかのもう一組の女性と二人で上空に！スタッフの粋なはからいに感謝！全部英語なので不安でしたが、「ユーアーラッキーガール！」とユーモアたっぷりでもう一度空中散歩を楽しめて、景色も最高で一生の思い出になりました。

Since my child dislikes skydiving, we opted for parasailing instead. The captain and the pilot provided explanations in simple Japanese, which were more than enough. The parasailing experience ascended in no time, and my child was able to enjoy the breathtaking views from the sky without feeling scared. Next, I would love to try super javelin!

子供がスカイダイビングを嫌がるので
パラセーリングにしました。
キャプテンと操縦士さんは楽しく
片言の日本語で説明でも十分でした。
パラセーリングはあっと言う間に上がり
子供も怖がる間もなく、空から絶景をみる事が出来ました(^^)
次はスーパージャボンがして見たいなぁ〜

The shuttle staff were kind, and the staff on the board were really funny, making it a lot of fun! For first-timers, there might be a little fear at the moment of takeoff, but you quickly go up, and once you reach 150 meters, you can see the hotel and Diamond Head, which was really beautiful! Also, everyone participating, except for the staff, were Japanese, so I was able to chat with them comfortably! Since it was a tandem parasailing experience and I was participating alone, I flew together with another Japanese woman I met there! By the way, she flew twice!

送迎の方も優しく、ボードのスタッフもすごく面白い方ですごく楽しかったです！初めての方は飛ぶ瞬間少し怖さがあるかもですが、一瞬にして上まで行きますし、150mまで達してたら
ホテルやダイヤモンドヘッドなどが一望できすごく綺麗でした！また参加している方はスタッフ以外、日本人の方だったので仲良く話すことも出来ました！2人乗りのパラセーリングだったので1人での参加だったので、そこで初めましての他の日本人女性の方と一緒に飛びました！ちなみその方には2回飛んで頂きました！

I experienced the 120m plan. It was my first time parasailing, and flying over the beautiful ocean in Hawaii felt amazing. The location is also close to Waikiki, and since the duration is short, I recommend it because you can enjoy other activities or shopping afterward.

120mプランを体験しました。
パラセイリングは初めてでしたが、ハワイの綺麗な海の上を飛ぶのは最高に気持ちが良かったです。
体験場所もワイキキから近く、時間も短いので終わってから他のアクティビティや買物等楽しめるのでおススメです。

Such an amazing experience! Would definitely do this again! The crew that took us was great, as well :)

This was my dads first dive in Hawaii while visiting and we could not have had a better morning diving with Divemaster Red! The first spot we dove for our deep dive was the Sea Tiger ship wreck which sits in about 115' of water yet is only about a half mile out. The wreck was full of life. We saw a big sea turtle, eels, a white tip reef shark and many different fish species including a frog fish. Our divemaster Red is insanely good at finding all kinds of difficult to spot marine life. There was also a few spots on the wreck that are opened up and safe to swim through if you are comfortable. The second spot we dove was the old Kewalo drain pipe. The visibility at this spot was absolutely perfect. There were so many different fish swimming around the reef. Red did not disappoint on this dive either! He found a tako (octopus) that we were able to take pictures of. He also found a few other rare, very difficult to find reef fish that I had never seen before! We couldn't have possibly enjoyed our time underwater more! The captain of the boat was hilarious keeping everyone entertained while top side. Due to the proximity of these awesome dive sites to the boat harbor it seemed like the longest amount of time spent on the boat was for our surface interval, which would be nice for those who get sea sick easily. Lucky for us, conditions were calm and perfect and we couldn't have had a better morning of diving. My best advice is to stay close to the Divemaster and pay close attention because they are looking for awesome things to show you that you would otherwise miss.

I think it was about an hour with each group lasting around 10 minutes. While waiting below, I thought 10 minutes would be short, but the time spent in the air during parasailing felt long. It was quite stable with little swaying, making it more comfortable than being on the boat. If the weather is good, the view is fantastic. I had some money with me for tips, but I was unsure how much to give.

1組10分程度で約1時間くらいだったと思います。
下で待っている間は10分は短いかなと思ってましたが、パラセイリングで上空にいる時間は長く感じました。揺れることも少なく安定していたのでボートより快適でした。
天気が良ければ景色も最高です。
持ち物に多少のお金とあり、チップ用ですがいくら渡したらよいのか迷いました。

We went parasailing at my husband's request. I wasn't sure about the height, but we chose the middle option of 120 meters. It felt great to speed across the water on the boat, and it was enjoyable to watch the other passengers flying as well. Flying ourselves was truly the best experience. During the descent, we playfully dipped into the water, which also became a nice memory.

夫の希望でパラセイリングへ。高さはよくわからなかったけど、中間の１２０M にしました。
ボートで風を切って走っていくのも気持ちいいですし、同乗者の方が飛んでいるのを見ているのも気持ちいいですし、自分たちが飛んでいるのも本当に最高でした。下降のときに、いたずらで海面ばっちゃんされるのですが、それもいい思い出です。

I challenged myself to 150 meters. At first, I was a bit lost, but once I tried it, it was so much fun that I absolutely recommend the 150 meters and the water splash!

Everyone except us was from overseas, so I felt a bit out of place, but the guide spoke to us in broken Japanese and made sure we were okay, so I never got bored.

If you ask, they will take photos for you! There were some unique shots, and I was really glad I had them take pictures since it was such a special trip.

150メートルを挑戦しました。
はじめは迷いましたが、やってみるととても楽しかったので絶対150と水ドボンをおすすめします！
私たち以外は全員外国の方で少しアウェイ感を感じましたが、ガイドの方がカタコトの日本語で気にかけて話しかけてくれたので退屈することはなかったです。

写真もお願いすると撮ってくれます！
中にはユニークな写真もあって、せっかくの旅行なので撮ってもらってよかったなあと思いました。

We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We also tried parasailing for the first time. We challenged ourselves to the highest level at 150 meters, and my wife, who has a fear of heights, really enjoyed it. I think being higher allows for a longer time in the air, making it even more enjoyable. It became the best memory for us.

新婚旅行で初めてのハワイに。
パラセイリングも初めて体験しました。
一番高い150mにチャレンジしましたが、高所恐怖症の妻もすごく楽しんでいました。
高い方が空中にいる時間も長いので、より楽しめると思います。
最高の思い出になりました。

The staff doesn't speak any Japanese at all, but you can understand where the life jackets are and how to wear them through body language and nuances. The only other Japanese guests were a family with us, and everyone else was probably American, so we couldn't understand the English jokes and conversations, but since we came to Hawaii, we shouldn't expect Japanese. The waves were very calm, and it was clear until it started to get cloudy on our way back, which felt really nice. The experience of seeing the cityscape of Honolulu and the differently oriented Diamond Head from the sea is quite rare, making it a very valuable and refreshing experience. We were also lucky enough to have dolphins swimming alongside us. You can buy alcohol and soft drinks on board. There was a commemorative photo taken before departure, and you pay $15 when you return.

スタッフは全く日本語を話せませんが、救命胴衣がどこにあるか、どうやって着用するかの説明はボディランゲージやニュアンスでわかります。お客さんも私たちともう一組の親子だけが日本人で、あとはたぶん全員アメリカ人で、英語のジョークなど会話がわかりませんが、ハワイに来たのだから日本語に期待してはいけないのです。とても穏やかな波で、帰り際に曇ってくるまでは快晴で、とても気持ちが良かったです。海からホノルルの街並みや向きの違うダイヤモンドヘッドが見られる体験はなかなかできないので、とても貴重で、また爽快な体験でした。イルカが並走するという幸運もありました。船内でお酒やソフトドリンクが買えます。出航前に記念撮影があり、帰ってくると$15払います。

I took a different surfing lesson in Hawaii five years ago, but I couldn't stand up at all, so this was my second challenge. Surprisingly, I was able to stand and ride the waves! The instructor must be really good. Surfing is definitely fun when you can catch the waves! I highly recommend it!

サーフィンは5年前に同じハワイで別のレッスン受けましたが、まともに立てづに終わり今回2回目のチャレンジ。
なんと立てて乗れました！
教え方が上手いんでしょうね。
サーフィンはやはり波に乗れれば楽しい！
是非オススメです！

We gathered at the hotel at 7:50 AM, and after arriving at the location, we were told we had free time until 11:45, which was a bit of a letdown. I wish the tour schedule had included a timeline in advance.

It was nice to be able to rent a bike and explore Lanikai Beach during that time.

As for the SUP, the instructor guided us very well, and after reaching the island, they took many photos, which made for great memories. It's a shame we don't have any photos of us while we were doing SUP.

朝7:50にホテルに集合し、現地に着いた後11:45まで自由時間と言われたのは、ちょっと拍子抜けしました。事前にツアー内容にタイムスケジュールに入れておいてくれれば良かったかな、と思います。

ラニカイビーチへその間自転車を借りて散策出来たのは良かったです。

肝心のSUPは、先生が上手に誘導して下さったり、島にたどり着いた後沢山写真を撮って下さったので良い想い出になりました。SUPしている所の写真がないのが残念でした。

I am so glad we did the underwater scooters. Staff was professional and knowledge and very patient with the visitors with a language barrier. Would definitely do this again.

We take a small boat to the flying location, and it can be quite rocky! If you're prone to motion sickness, definitely bring some medication. I sometimes get sick if I'm not feeling well, but on this day, I was sleep-deprived and had no issues enjoying myself. On the other hand, my husband started feeling sick on the way back to land and was a bit groggy for a while.

The guide was very professional, and I felt completely at ease leaving things in their hands. If you're feeling a little scared, you should definitely give it a try!

飛ぶ場所まで小さめの船で向かうのですが、結構揺れる！酔いやすい方は絶対に酔い止めが必要です。
私はたまに体調が悪いと酔うけど、この日は寝不足でも問題なく楽しめました。
一方、旦那は帰りに陸へ向かう途中で酔い始め、しばらくグロッキーでした汗

ガイドさんはすごくプロフェッショナルで
安心して任せられましたし
ちょっと怖いなーって位なら絶対チャレンジするべきです！

I was a bit scared at first, wondering if parasailing would be okay, but once I took off, it felt amazing and was absolutely the best! The view of Waikiki from the sky was also really beautiful.

Since I didn't understand the language and wasn't familiar with the area, I was really worried about whether they would actually come to pick me up at the meeting point, but they arrived just as promised, which was a relief! If I have the chance again, I definitely want to do it once more!

パラセイリングって大丈夫かな？と、待ってる間最初はちょっと怖かったんですが…飛んでみると、とても気持ち良くてメチャクチャ最高⤴️⤴️でした❗️空から見えるワイキキも、とっても素敵でした

集合場所は、言葉もわからず、土地勘もないので、本当に送迎に来てくれるか？と心配でしたが、ちゃんと来てくれてホッとしました❗️
また機会あれば、ぜひもう一度やってみたいです❗️

Good points:
There were two guides, a Japanese guide and a local guide. They provided detailed support, which allowed me to enjoy the experience without any worries. I received all the photos taken on the day via Facebook.

Bad points:
The sea was a bit rough, so we could only swim in the lagoon, and the water wasn't very clear. Since we had a guide, I wished we could have gone closer to the beautiful open sea. (There were children participating, so I hope for more advanced support for intermediate to advanced swimmers.) There was hardly any time to relax on the beach.

良い点
日本人ガイド＋現地人ガイドの２人で催行。きめ細かいフォローをしてくれたので、不安なく楽しめた。
当日撮った写真は全部FB経由で貰える。

悪い点
海が少し荒れていたのか、ラグーンの中でしか泳げず水中があまり綺麗ではなかった。せっかくガイド付きなので、綺麗な外海近くまでは行って欲しかった。（子ずれも参加していて一緒に泳ぐ形だったので、中上級者向けのフォローアップを望む）
ビーチでゆっくりする時間がほとんどなかった。

This was my first time snorkelling, so, although I love to swim, was a bit apprehensive about the mask and snorkel. Both guides were great. Pick up on time, lots of interesting information along the drive, friendly, professional and took care of safety. Explained everything well. I had difficulty with the breathing bit and they were very helpful and calming.

We participated as a couple with our 9-year-old child. It was everyone's first time snorkeling, but thanks to Chieko, we were able to participate smoothly, both kids and adults. We swam across Hanauma Bay for about an hour, but I think it's better for slim people and children to rent wetsuits, as the body gets colder than expected. Also, for those who are prone to seasickness, it's reassuring to take motion sickness medication. We got to see beautiful tropical fish and even a turtle, which made for the best memories! I would love to participate again when we come back to Hawaii. Thank you very much! 😊

夫婦と9歳の子供1人で参加させて頂きました。
シュノーケリングは全員初めてでしたが、ちえこさんに色々教えて頂き、子供も大人もスムーズに参加することができました。
約1時間程ハナウマ湾を横断する感じで泳ぎますが、痩せ型の人や子供さんはウェットスーツを借りた方がよろしいかと思います。思ったより体が冷えてきますので。。それから、波に酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んだ方が安心です。
綺麗な熱帯魚、そしてカメにも会えて最高の思い出になりました！
またハワイに来た際には参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました(^^)

It was great that I could ride easily in just two hours. The scenery was amazing!! However, the photo data I purchased at the end was corrupted and couldn't be read. I understand that such things can happen, but in other active options, I received a letter with contact information and methods in case the receipt and data couldn't be read. Unfortunately, I didn't receive that from Hands Harden. I even gave a proper tip... It's disappointing because I was looking forward to it.

2時間で簡単に乗れて良かったです。
景色も最高‼︎
でも最後に購入させてもらった写真のデーターが壊れてて読み取れませんでした。
そういう場合もあると思うので仕方ないですが
他のアクティブオプションでも撮って下さった写真を購入した事ありますが領収書とデーターが読み込めなかった時の連絡先、方法などが記入した手紙もちゃんと頂きました。
こちらのハンズハーデンさんは無かったです。
チップもちゃんとお渡ししたのに‥
残念です。楽しみにしてたのに。

I had experienced stand-up paddleboarding a few times in my local sea, but it was my first time in the waters of Waikiki. The waves were a bit rough, making it difficult to maintain my balance, but thanks to the kind support of the instructor, I had a great time. Thank you!

SUPは何度か地元の海で体験していましたが、ワイキキの海では初めてでした。
波は少し荒めでバランスをとるのが難しかったですが、インストラクターの親切な対応で楽しく過ごせました。
ありがとうございました！

The staff at the reception spoke Japanese, which was great. On the day of the visit, there were only two groups, so the wait time was short, and we enjoyed the boat ride to the midway point without feeling seasick.

I'm not good with heights, but I managed to handle the 90 meters. However, it might be tough in case of strong winds.

The crew on the boat consisted of two members who didn't speak Japanese, but they were friendly, so I gave them a $10 tip.

I'm unsure whether I would repeat the experience, but I would recommend it at least once.

受付の方は日本語okでした。
当日は2組で待ち時間も少なく、途中のポイントまでのボートが気持ちよく酔いもせずに楽しめました。

高所は苦手なのですが９０ｍはなんとかいけましたが
もし強風などの場合厳しいかもしれません。

船上のクルーは二人で日本語はできませんでしたが
感じはよかったのでチップを１０ドルお渡ししました。

リピートするかどうかは悩みますが１度はお勧めです

This was my second time in Hawaii, but I participated with my boyfriend who was there for the first time. He was a bit scared at first because he isn't great with heights, but he had an amazing time!! I'm so glad I brought him along!!

The staff spoke English and were very friendly, so I felt comfortable participating. If you want photos, they ask you before you fly, so I don't think you'll be pressured into spending money.

二回目のハワイでしたが、ハワイ初の彼氏と一緒に参加しました^ ^
彼氏は高いところが少し苦手だったので最初は怖がっていましたが、めちゃくちゃ楽しんでいました！！連れて行ってよかった！！^ ^
何度か海にジャボンしてくれるので、最高です^ ^

スタッフの方は英語ですが、いろいろ話しかけてくれるので安心して参加できます^ ^
写真が欲しい方は、飛ぶ前に聞かれるので無理にお金を取られる事もないと思います。