All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

I requested this SUP lesson because I wanted to enjoy the ocean in Hawaii, even though I had no surfing experience. The instructor wasn't fluent, but he taught me carefully in Japanese, which allowed me to paddle smoothly once we got out on the water.

And to my surprise, we encountered a sea turtle while paddling! I was told that it's quite rare to see one at this time of year, so it was a valuable experience.

One downside was that the reception location was hard to find. This time, it was at Gray's Beach, but there was no sign with the word "veltra" anywhere, so I was confused about what to do. It would have been helpful to know in advance what kind of sign to look for at the reception.

サーフィン未経験でもハワイの海を楽しみたいという思いからこちらのSUP レッスンをお願いしました。
先生はペラペラではないけれど日本語で丁寧に教えて下さったので、海に出てからもスムーズにパドルを漕ぐことが出来ました。
そして、なんと漕いでいる途中でウミガメに遭遇‼︎この時期ではかなり珍しいんだそうで、貴重な経験が出来ました。

ひとつ残念だったのは、受付の場所が分かりづらかったこと。今回はGray's beach受付だったのですが、「veltra」の文字がどこにも無かったのでどうすればいいか迷いました。事前にどういう看板の受付なのか教えて頂けると良かったです。

I participated with my mother on January 5th. It was our first time, and my mother, who is 65 years old and had a past experience of almost drowning in the ocean, was quite anxious at the start.

However, thanks to Dan and Chieko's assistance, we were able to enjoy the experience until the end and see beautiful fish and turtles.

I apologize to the other participants for monopolizing Chieko, but both my mother and I were very satisfied!

My mother, who experienced snorkeling for the first time at 65, gained confidence from it and says every day that she wants to go again soon, haha.

This is an activity that both beginners and experienced individuals can enjoy. While you can visit Hanauma Bay on your own, Dan and Chieko know the best spots, so if you're going, I highly recommend this option.

You can also obtain photos for free from Facebook, making it a nice keepsake.

Dan and Chieko, I look forward to our next time!

1/5に母と二人で参加しました。二人とも初めてで、65歳になる母は昔海で溺れたこともあり、不安いっぱいでのスタートでした。

でも、DanさんとChiekoさんの手助けのおかげで最後まで楽しむことができ、綺麗なお魚や亀を見ることができました。

Chiekoさんを独り占めしてしまい、一緒に参加した他の方には申し訳ありませんでしたが、母も私も大満足でした！

65歳にもなって初めてシュノーケリング体験した母は、自信にも繋がり、早くまた行きたいと毎日言っております笑

初めての方も経験者の方も楽しめるアクティビティです。ハナウマベイは個人でも行けますが、ベテランのお二人だからこそ見どころスポットを熟知されてますので、せっかく行かれるのでしたらこちらがおススメです。

お写真もFacebookから無料で入手できるので、記念にもなります。

Danさん、Chiekoさん、次回も宜しくお願いしますね！

I participated with four friends in late December. One of my friends said, "I'm scared, so I'll just watch." But despite that, we boarded the boat and were told by the staff to put on life jackets without any argument... "Put your feet in here and sit down..." There was no time to be afraid as we floated into the air. The boat below gradually became smaller, and I felt no fear at all; I felt foolish for hesitating. Although we all fall into the category of elderly people aged 65 and over according to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, experiencing this for the first time at this age was so much fun that we all agreed... I'm enjoying this at my age during this year-end period! Long live the elderly!

　12月下旬に友達4人で参加しました。「怖いから私見てるわ」と言いです仲間も。と言いながらも船で沖合へ、係員から有無を言わさずライフジャケットを着てと・・・「ここに足を入れて座って・・・」恐れている暇はなく空中へふーわと。眼下のボートはだんだん小さくなって　怖さは全くなく躊躇した自分がバカみたい、皆　厚労省の人口分類では65歳以上の高齢者に入るのですがこの歳で初体験　異口同音にこんなに楽しめるなんて・・・
俺はこの歳だから年末のこの時期に楽しめるんだぞって!
高齢者バザーイ。

It was my first experience in October 2016. My wife liked it. It's coming soon! Please take care of it on January 30, 2018, as well.

2016.10初めての体験でした。
奥さんが気に入ってます。
もうすぐなんだ！
2018.1.30 もお願いいたします

It was my first time parasailing in Hawaii. I also requested transportation, and the shuttle arrived on time. Since it was 120 meters high, the view was great and I had a lot of fun.

ハワイでのパラセイリングは初めてでした。
送迎もお願いしましたが、時間通りに送迎車が来ました。
高さ120mのものだったので景色もよく楽しかったです。

It was my first experience with parasailing, and I was scared at first, but I enjoyed the scenery of Hawaii. My 6-year-old child was also very excited and wants to go parasailing again. The guide was kind and it was a lot of fun.

パラセーリング初めての経験で、最初は怖かったですが、ハワイの景色を堪能でしました、ら
6歳の子供も大興奮でまたパラセーリングをしたいと言ってます。
ガイドの方も親切で楽しかったです。

The Japanese staff explained everything in English, so there were parts I didn't understand, but I enjoyed it without any issues. They informed us when the turtles were swimming and lent us towels to dry off. However, the meeting time was quite a bit earlier than the departure time, so we had to wait for over 30 minutes.

日本人は自分たちだけで、英語での説明でしたので、一部分からないところがありましたが、問題なく楽しめました。
亀が泳いでいるときは教えてくれたり、体をふく為のタオルを貸してくれたりしました。
ただ、集合時間が出航時間よりもかなり前なので、３０分以上待たされました。

Despite my companion, who is afraid of heights and dislikes water, feeling nervous before the jump, once we were in the air, they were laughing joyfully. I even worried they might be losing it from fear... But thanks to the motion sickness medication, there was no seasickness, and once we were up, the breathtaking view was all mine. In a way, it was a graceful experience (laughs). The staff and the other people in our group were also enjoyable and satisfied! The driver who picked us up was so chatty that I wondered if they were okay, but they seemed to be really considerate and engaged us in various conversations. Thanks to that, the journey was never boring (＾∇＾).

高所恐怖症＆水が嫌いな同行者が飛ぶ前はナーバスになったにも関わらず、飛んでしまえば満面で爆笑
怖さでおかしくなったかと心配するほど…
でも酔い止めのお陰で船酔いもなく上がってしまえば絶景は自分だけのもの。ある意味優雅な時間（笑）
スタッフも同じ組みの人達も楽しく満足です‼️
お迎えのドライバーさんも喋りっぱなしで大丈夫か？と思うほど気を使ってくれてるみたいで色々話しかけてくれます。お陰で道中も飽きないです（＾∇＾）

I was able to enjoy the stunning views, including Diamond Head. My 64-year-old mother also enjoyed the 120 meters, but she was initially scared of the height, so for those wanting to be considerate to their parents, a lower height might be better. Additionally, you can purchase photos on an SD card for $30, which made for a nice keepsake.

ダイヤモンドヘッド含めて絶景を楽しめました。
64歳の母も120mを楽しんでいましたが、高さは最初怖がっていた
ので親孝行の方はもっと低い高さでも良いかもしれません。
なお、写真をSDカードで30$で購入できますが、良い記念になりました。

I was a bit anxious about snorkeling for the first time since I'm not a strong swimmer, but Chieko and Dan kindly and patiently taught me, allowing me to enjoy observing the underwater world. I got to see sea turtles and a lot of fish, and the weather was great, making it truly the best experience. I participated alone, but I had a wonderful time, and on the way back, they recommended some great places to eat, which was very helpful. Thank you so much! I will definitely join again!

初めてのシュノーケリングで、あまり泳ぎが得意ではないので不安だったのですが、チエコさんとダンさんに優しく丁寧に教えていただいて、海中観察を楽しむことができました。ウミガメも見られて、お魚もいっぱいみられて、天気も良くて、本当に最高の体験をさせていただきました。１人で参加しましたが、楽しく過ごせて、帰りの車の中でオススメのお店も教えてもらい、参考になりました。本当にありがとうございました。また参加します！

My husband had a high fever the day before, and I was worried about canceling, but thankfully his fever went down on the day of the trip. We both felt unwell and took some motion sickness medicine we bought at the ABC Store, unsure if it would help. There were three groups of Japanese people. There was hardly any time to stop, and I truly felt it was worth coming for the breathtaking views and the pleasant experience right from the start. After it ended, we quickly finished by watching others, and I didn't feel sick at all. You can get the photos on an SD card for $30. They show you the pictures, so you can decline if you want. I would love to ride again when I go to Hawaii.

まさかの旦那さんが前日高熱で、キャンセルしようかとも悩みましたが当日なんとか熱は下がり、2人ともに不調のままABCストアで買った聞くかどうかわからない酔い止めだけ飲んでいどみました。日本人3組。止まってる時がほぼなく、つくない1番最初で絶景の景色と気持ち良さで本当に来て良かったと思いました。終わった後も他の人の見たりであっという間に終わり全く酔いませんでした。30ドルでSDカードにしてもえます。写真を見せてくれるので断ることもできます。またハワイいったら乗りたいです。

I heard that the waves are calmest in the morning, so I joined the first tour of the day. There were about 15 of us, and we went into the water in groups of 2 to 3 at a time. While you're diving, you don't feel much, but the waiting time on the boat can make you feel seasick (the waiting time is quite long). I recommend not having breakfast before participating. (It's better to take seasickness medication beforehand.) Some women ended up not riding the sea bob due to seasickness.

Also, the staff will take photos for you. The cost for the photo data and tips is not included in the participation fee, so I recommend bringing cash. (Tips are about $10 to $20 per person.)

波が一番穏やかと聞いたので、朝一番のツアーに参加しました。全員で１５名程で、一度に２～３名で海に潜ります。潜っている間はあまり感じませんが、待ち時間は船上のため酔います。（待ち時間が結構長いです。）朝食は取らずに参加されることをおすすめします。（酔い止めは飲んでおいた方が良いです。）数名の女性は船酔いのせいで、結局シーボブに乗られなかった方もいました。
また、スタッフの方が写真を撮ってくれます。写真のデータ代とチップの費用は参加費には含まれていないので、現金を持参される事をおすすめします。（チップは１人１０～２０ドルぐらいです）

Although we were a bit anxious as it was our first experience with snorkeling, we were able to encounter the wonderful underwater world of Hanauma Bay thanks to the appropriate and courteous guidance of our Japanese instructor.

シュノーケリング初体験の二人で多少不安もありましたが、案内役の日本人インストラクターの適切・丁寧な指導で素晴しいハナウマ湾の海中世界と出会うことができました。

I enjoyed the Snorkeling tour. It was my first time snorkeling and had the peace of mind that I would not miss anything and I was in good hands. Dan picked us up from the hotel and made us feel very welcome and gave us ideas on other activities to do around the area. Throughly enjoyed it!

Although the waves were small, it was my first time surfing, so I felt a sense of accomplishment being able to stand and ride the waves. I don't speak much English, but since not much conversation is needed, I managed just fine.

波は少なかったものの、初サーフィンなので、
立って波に乗るということができて達成感もありました。
英語はほとんどできませんが、さほど会話も必要ないので、
なんとかなります。

I experienced it once a few years ago. I liked it at that time, so I applied again this time. I signed up for a higher altitude than last time. This was a success!! I enjoyed an endless sense of exhilaration while seeing tiny figures below. My schedule was flexible, so I made a reservation the night before, but I was able to book without any issues. I recommend it for those who want to enjoy a sense of freedom.

数年前に一度体験しました。
そのとき気に入ったので今回また申し込みました。
前回より一段と高い高度を申し込みました。
これが成功！！
豆粒程の人影を他所目に限りない爽快感を満喫しました。
スケジュールが流動的だったので、前日夜の予約だったのですが、問題なく予約ができました。
開放感を満喫したい人にはおすすめです。

Due to strong winds on the day of the tour, there were overall delays, and the start time was pushed back. However, the woman at the reception booth and the staff on the boat provided friendly and professional service. I was concerned that the time spent in the air might be short, but it was sufficient. I think it was because it was a windy day, but there can be some turbulence while in the air. For those with a weak vestibular system or who are prone to motion sickness, I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance, avoiding heavy meals beforehand, and participating on an empty stomach.

当日強風のためツアーが全体的に遅れており、開始時間は後倒しになりましたが、受付小屋の女性も、船上のスタッフも、フレンドリーでプロフェッショナルなサービスを提供してくれました。上空滞在時間が短いのではないか？と思いましたが、充分です。風が強い日だったからだと思うのですが、上空で揺れる場合があります。三半規管が弱い方、乗り物酔いし易い方は予め酔い止めを服用し、事前の食事は控え、胃の中を空にして参加することをお勧めいたします。

The flight lasted longer than I expected.
We were able to ride with three family members.
Even though I couldn't speak Japanese, it was totally fine.
It was so much fun!
The only downside was my son's motion sickness...

思ったりより飛んでる時間が長かった。
家族３人で乗れた。
日本語が通じないけど全然大丈夫です。
とっても楽しかった！
息子の船酔いだけが残念でした。。。

When you arrive at the meeting place, you'll be taken by caravan to the departure location. A high-energy man came to greet us.
On the bus, I met others who would be participating in parasailing and we chatted. Since we had participated in the Honolulu Marathon, we had a common topic to bond over.
Upon arrival, we checked in, and a young man guided us to the boat that would take us to the parasailing spot.
There are no changing rooms, so I recommend wearing your swimsuit under your clothes.
You will be instructed on how to put on the harness. Then, you'll take turns parasailing. Even if you can't speak English, you can understand through gestures. All dangerous items are removed. You can bring a GoPro.
If you want to take your phone, I recommend putting it in a waterproof case and hanging it around your neck.

I felt nervous before flying, but since you ascend slowly, it's not scary. The harness provides stability, so I wasn't anxious even at 150 meters above the ground.
At the end, the young man driving the boat adjusts it so that you can dip your feet in the sea (photo included).
Also, if you become friendly with others parasailing, you can take turns taking pictures of each other. We entrusted our phones and cameras to each other and took great photos.

Finally, the young man who drove the boat asks for a tip. It feels awkward not to pay, so I recommend bringing some change.

At the end, they will drive you back to the front of the hotel.

集合場所に行くと、キャラバンに乗せられて出航場所で行きます。ハイテンションなおじさんが迎えに来てくれました
バスの中で一緒にパラセーリングに参加する人達と出会い、お話などもしました。私達はホノルルマラソンに参加していた事もあって、共通話題で盛り上がりました‍♀️
到着すると受付をし、若いお兄さんの誘導でボートに乗ってパラセーリングをする場所まで連れて行ってくれます
着替え場所はないので、服の下に水着を着ておくと良いと思います。
ベルトの装着を指導に従ってつけて行きます。そして、順番にパラセーリングします。英語が話せなくてもジェスチャーでわかります。危険なものは全て退けます。ゴープロは持って行くことが出来ました
携帯を持って行きたい方は、防水ケースに入れて、首からさげておけるようにしておくことをお勧めします。

飛ぶ前はドキドキしましたが、ゆっくり上昇していくので怖くはありません。ベルトで安定感があるので上空150メートルも不安はありませんでした
最後に足を海につけられるように、ボートを運転するお兄さんが調整してくれます。（写真あり）
また、一緒にパラセーリングをする方と仲良くなっておくと、写真の取り合いっこができます。
それぞれに携帯を預けたり、カメラを預けたりなどして、良い写真を撮り合いしました

最後にボートの運転をしたお兄さんにチップをお願いされます。払わないのも気まずいので、小銭を持って行くことをお勧めします。

最後にまたホテル前まで車で送ってくれます。

The harbor is also close to Ala Moana, and it's only about a 5-minute boat ride to the point, making it very efficient to enjoy. Seeing Waikiki from the sea is worth it by itself.

港もアラモアナと近く、ポイントまでもボートで5分程と近く大変効率的に楽しめした。海から見るワイキキはそれだけでも価値があります。

A long time ago when I visited Waikiki, I took a catamaran ride, so I requested it again this time. The boat was sturdier than before, and I think it was quite fast just with the sails. Everyone was cheerful, and it was a fun 90 minutes.

ずいぶん以前にワイキキに来た時に、カタマランに乗船したので、今回も頼みました。
以前より、しっかりした船で、帆だけでもかなりのスピードが出ていたと思います。皆さん陽気で、楽しい90分でした。

This was our second time using the service with my family of three. Unfortunately, it started to rain lightly just as we set sail, and it was cold and windy, so our spirits weren't very high. However, since this is an activity that involves nature, we tried to shift our mindset and enjoy it. The crew was kind, lending out bath towels to protect us from the cold and rain.

今回家族３人で２回目の利用でした。生憎出港と同時に小雨が降り始め風も強く寒い中でのセーリングでしたのでテンションは上がりませんでしたが自然が相手のアクティビティなので気持ちを切り替えて楽しむようにしました。クルーの方は寒さ・雨よけにバスタオルを貸し出し配ってくれたり親切でしたよ。

I experienced severe seasickness, but it was fun. I would like to request the shuttle service to be a bit more punctual. Overall, the staff at the parasailing company were friendly, and I had a great time.

船酔いが激しかった。でもたのしかったです。
送迎だけもう少し時間ジャストにお願いしたいです。全体的にはパラセーリングの会社方達も気さくな方が多く楽しく過ごせました。

We wouldn't have been able to see the turtles on our own, so swimming alongside the turtles and schools of fish was a precious experience, and we were very satisfied with the snorkeling. Additionally, the photos taken in the ocean were beautiful, and I was moved again when I returned home! It was truly a wonderful bonus to have memories of the ocean in Hawaii captured in such a way. Thank you very much!

自分たちだけではカメに会うこともできなかったですし、カメや魚の大群と一緒に泳ぐなんて貴重な体験をできて、大満足のシュノーケリングでした。
また、海で撮って頂いた写真が綺麗で、帰ってまた改めて感動しました！ハワイでの海の思い出が形に残るなんて、本当に嬉しい特典でした。
ありがとうございました！

The scenery was beautiful, and it wasn't as shaky or scary as I thought it would be! I want to do it again when I come to Hawaii! The instructor? The guy was handsome!

景色も綺麗だし、思っていたよりも揺れず怖くなかったです！
またハワイに来たらやりたい！
インストラクター？のお兄さんがイケメンでした！

The scenery was beautiful, and it wasn't as shaky or scary as I thought it would be! I want to do it again when I come to Hawaii! The instructor? The guy was handsome!

景色も綺麗だし、思っていたよりも揺れず怖くなかったです！
またハワイに来たらやりたい！
インストラクター？のお兄さんがイケメンでした！

I experienced parasailing 20 years ago, but perhaps due to my age, fear took over this time...

I took motion sickness medication to prevent seasickness, changed into my swimsuit, and got into the pickup car. However, upon arrival, it was canceled due to strong winds. They smoothly rescheduled for the next day. After that, I also received an email from Veltra, and their quick response was appreciated.

My children had their first experience, enjoying simple English with the fun driver and getting excited about the speed of the boat. We had a great time.

Although the weather affected our plans, I was glad we could experience it safely.

I was worried about falling into the sea, but it was just shallow enough to stand. If I had communicated my concerns about falling in beforehand, it would have been fine. However, there wasn't much thrill.

I also requested photo shooting, and they captured a family photo on one SD card. There were some unique pictures, and I was glad I asked for it. In total, there were about 80 photos.

20年前にもパラセイルを体験したのですが
さすがに年のせいか、恐怖の方が勝りました…。

船酔い予防に酔い止めを飲んで、水着に着替え
お迎えの車に乗って、到着後、強風でキャンセル…。
その場で、翌日に変更していただき、対応も
スムーズでした。
そのあと、ベルトラさんからもメールがきて
素早い対応をしていただきました。

子供たちは初めての体験で、ノリのいいドライバーさんと
簡単な英語を楽しんだり、
ボートのスピード感に興奮したり
楽しい時間を過ごせました。

天候に左右されましたが、無事に体験出来て
よかったです。

心配していた海ポチャは足がつく程度で
最初に海ポチャはやめて～と伝えておけば大丈夫でした。
ただ、スリル感は無いですが。

写真撮影もお願いして、４人家族で１枚のSDカードに
納めてくれました。
ユニークな写真もあり、お願いしてよかったです。
全部で８０枚くらいありました。

My 9-year-old child participated, and they were taught kindly, quickly getting the hang of riding the waves. They even took us further out based on their progress, and my child was very satisfied. We will definitely go again next time.

They provide marine shoes, but it's better to bring your own. It might also be good to have a rash guard. I think it's best to be prepared to change quickly.

9歳の子供が参加しましたが優しく教えてくれてあっという間に波に乗れました。上達具合で沖にも連れて行ってくれて本人も大満足です。また、次回乗りに行きます。
マリンシューズは貸してくれますが、持参したほうが良いです。ラッシュもあったほうが良いかも。すぐ着替えられるようにして行ったほうが良いと思います。

Parasailing was so much fun! I forgot my smartphone on the shuttle bus, but when I called the tour contact, they quickly checked and brought it to the original meeting point. I really appreciated it. Thank you!

パラセーリングとても楽しかったです！
送迎バスにスマホを忘れたんですが、ツアーの連絡先に電話をすると直ぐに、確認してくださって、最初の待ち合わせ場所に持って来てくれて、助かりました。ありがとうございました！

I requested a kayak without a guide. The staff at Kailua Beach Adventures seemed too busy, and their explanations were one-sided. There were also some minor troubles between the staff in front of customers, which dampened the mood a bit.

I had to carry the kayak to the ocean myself, which was a bit of a hassle. Additionally, I later realized that I didn't receive the water bottle that was mentioned.

The ocean was beautiful, and kayaking was fun. I went snorkeling at Lanikai Beach, and I did see coral reefs and fish swimming around. The water was fairly clear.

ガイドなしカヤックをお願いしました。カイルアビーチアドベンチャーズの店員さんは、忙しすぎたようで、説明が一方的でした。店員さん同士のちょっとしたトラブルも客の前であったりして少し気分が萎えました。
海までカヤックを自分で運ぶのですが、これはちょっと面倒です。それから、後々気づいたのですがくれると書いてあったWaterbottleをもらえませんでした。
海はきれいで、カヤックも楽しかったです。ラニカイ・ビーチでシュノーケルをしましたが、確かにサンゴ礁や魚が泳ぐ姿が見れました。水の中は普通にきれいぐらいです。