Reviewed by: たぬちん
Although it was an English-only tour, I participated alone. I was the only Japanese person, and there were about ten travelers from the mainland United States.
As we made our way to the waterfall, we received very detailed explanations about the trees and other aspects of the rainforest. Along the way, we had to jump over rivers and navigate difficult terrain, which required everyone to help each other out and cooperate. It might be tough if you can't communicate in English to some extent.
The water at the destination waterfall was disappointingly low, which was the only letdown. However, the staff was very kind, and a sense of camaraderie developed among the participants. Overall, I thought it was an interesting tour.
英語のみのツアーと言うことでしたが、1人で参加しました。日本人は私だけ、あとはアメリカ本土からの旅行者が10人くらい。
熱帯雨林の中を木々などの説明をとても詳しく受けながら、滝を目指すのですが、途中川を飛び越えたり、足場が悪かったりと参加者みんなが助け合い、それぞれの協力が必要です。ある程度英語で意思の疎通ができないとつらいかもしれません。
目的地の滝の水が切ないほど少なく、それだけが期待はずれでしたが、スタッフはとても親切だし、参加者の連帯感などが生まれ、おもしろいツアーだと思いました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Cliff and Harriet Wright
We had a wonderful time on this activity.
Our bus driver was so funny and friendly.
He really cared about helping us have a fun trip. I would recomend this to all of my friends.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Heather Mareska
We LOVED our tour and our tour guide Hana! He was very informative and hilarious!! If you go to Oahu n just stay in Waikiki, you're missing out! We are SUPER glad we took this tour. The Island is beautiful and you cant see that from Waikiki. Ive read a review where someone complained the lunch spot on this tour was pricey? No way, its very reasonable and they have a huge variety of food you can eat with various prices. It was a very nice place to eat. We are a young couple (in our 20's) and this was our honeymoon. This tour was the highlight of our trip! THANK YOU HANA!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
good tour, saw lots of the island. cell phones and talking need to be discouraged. they were very distracting.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/15 |
Reviewed by: Bukal family
We had a great time and the guide was very knowledgable and personable...thank you.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our guide, Richard, was the best and was able to answer all our questions with candor.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/09 |
Reviewed by: William Rutkoske
We had the best time. Our host, Hana, made the day one of the most memorable and newsworthy of the Island of Oahu and Hawaii. From Pearl Harbor to the most beautiful views and beaches, it is truly a day to remember. Maloha, Hana, and Hawaii Activities
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our bus driver was great and very helpful. We could not have seen all that we covered in one day on our own. The one day tour was well worth the cost.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: kara nelson
My fiancée took me to the 5-Star on our last evening in Hawaii and it was the perfect end to a wonderful vacation. From the moment the limo picked us up from the hotel to the time we were dropped off, the customer service was INCREDIBLE. I am so glad that he decided to book the 5-Star since the other decks looked pretty crowded and definitely not as intimate as the Super Nova Deck.
We got the Couple's Plan upgrade and we got window seating, a bottle of champagne and this great photo of us on this pretty leather cover. The maître d' and the waiters provided incredible service and the whole atmosphere was very upscale and refined.
The dinner was very scrumptious and I loved how there were many different dishes served throughout the evening. Also, I had been on other dinner cruises where they bombard you with annoyingly LOUD touristy Hawaiian music, but with the 5-Star, it was soothing jazz and I LOVED IT!
This is the PERFECT romantic dinner cruise!!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We didn't have much time on Oahu so this tour lenght was the best for us. Oscar the driver was great!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/27 |
Reviewed by: RDJ
Entertainment could have been better, food excellent!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Kami
We were not happy at being forced to eat at a particular place at the golf resort. Food was a little pricey. The mandatory tipping that they added to our bill was ridiculous. They know that they are guarenteed a tip, so they never came back to check on us. Everyone at our table felt the same way. Also, their computer that printed out the food bill was "down". No one was able to see their detailed food bill. Maybe consider other food stops other than the one you do. Other than the food stop, they tour went well.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Stephen
This was a very enjoyable experience, staff on board were very accomodating.
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Talya
Hana was an amazing tour guide and really made our tour special. He was so knowledgable about the island and made the day one to remember forever.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a lot of fun. My husband and I went on this tour and really enjoyed it.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Rick & Ruth Lambert
This was a trip that was made even more wonderful by your driver and tour guide, Hana. He should be commended for making twelve hours of sightseeing more than worthwhile and not at all tiring due to his constant interaction and oration. He made the trip for us! Thanks!!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We took the Explorer's tour and had a guide, he was very knowledgeable and this tour was the BEST of all the tours we took in Hawaii!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/17 |
Reviewed by: McHugh
FANTASTIC!! Hana - The tour guide MADE this trip! He ensured that we got our place efficiently in line for Pearl Harbor and his narration during the Island Tour was wonderful (informative AND entertaining). We would definitely take this tour on a return visit and we recommend this tour to anyone! Thank you!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/15 |
Reviewed by: Stevie
It was a good trip, the Arizona Memorial was awe-inspiring, the USS Missouri tour informed me of things I didn't. Also since it was the anniversary of the signing of the Peace Treaty, they were sprucing it up. A little disappointed couldn't get out in Punchbowl or downtown, but time constraints may have played a part in that.
Overall it was excellent, our tour guide was well informed and easy to understand.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Illinois & Michigan
We had a small 3-couple Stars & Stripes Tour in a minivan and it was great. What made it so great was the
friendly, accommodating, very knowledgeable, humorous guide who chose to be called "Cousin James".
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/10 |
Reviewed by: cyndi
i throughly enjoyed not only the cruise itself but the entertainment and the food were fantastic.
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Tracy & Debbie Kelly
I just want to say the tour was fantastic and our guide/bus driver, Leo was the best. The man deserves a raise.
Keep up the good work!!!
Debbie & Tracy from Kansas
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
just ok. wouldn't do it again. rent a car instead!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Emmett
Docent was knowledgable and patient and the tour was good. Descriptive plaques on key stations and hardware would be helpful to better understand how the ship operated.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2007/08/31 |
Reviewed by: てん
I participated alone on August 25th. I was a bit anxious about the English guide, but even if you can't speak English, people who love nature can quickly bond. There were seven participants, and aside from me, everyone was from abroad, but we were considerate of each other and realized that communication is not just about words! I was worried because there were no previous reviews, but the hotel pick-up was on time, and even though I was waiting at a different location, they came to find me. It is required to wear long pants, but as long as you have pants that go down to just below the knee and socks, you'll be fine. You'll also wear rubber boots, so make sure to declare your shoe size in advance; even if it doesn't fit, there are extra shoes available, so you can wear something that fits you. They also prepare insect repellent spray, and the itinerary allows you to enjoy various trees and scenery, which is fantastic. Above all, the fact that "there are no snakes" is wonderful! The path to the waterfall makes you sweat just enough to feel good. The nuts and dried fruits provided are delicious. The waterfall isn't very big, but it's a secret view that only those who participate in this tour can see. What impressed me even more was the way back. As we descended carefully through the green bamboo, the sounds of different plants and animals compared to when we climbed up soothed my heart. It was truly eco-trekking. Since it's a tropical rainforest, it does rain, but the trees provide enough cover that the raincoat I brought was completely unnecessary. Other participants got their bottoms dirty, but in the end, we could wash off in a stream, so it's all good. The difficulty level is about climbing a mountain of around 200 meters. They adjust to our pace, so everyone should definitely participate!
8月25日に一人で参加しました。英語ガイドということで不安でしたが、英語がしゃべれなくても自然を愛する人たちはすぐにうちとけられます。参加者は7名で私以外は外国の方ばかりでしたが、お互いを気遣いコミュニケーションは言葉だけではないと痛感しました!!書き込みが1件もなかったので不安でしたが、ホテルの送迎も時間どおりだし別の場所で待っていたのですがわざわざ探しに来てくれました。長ズボン着用となっていますが膝したくらいのズボンと靴下を用意すれば大丈夫です。また、長靴を履きますので足のサイズは事前に申告し、サイズがあわなくても余分な靴があるので自分にあうものを履けます。虫除けスプレーも準備してくれていますし、行程はさまざまな樹木や景色を楽しむことができて最高です。なにしろ、「蛇がいない」ことが素晴らしい!滝までの道はほどよく汗をかいて気持いいですよ。また用意されたナッツやドライフルーツがおいしい。滝は大きいものではないですが、このツアーに参加した人だけしか見ることができない秘密の景色です。あとさらに感動したのが、帰りの道です。グリーンバンブーの中を滑らないように降りていくのですが、登るときとは違う植物や動物たちの声が心をスーッとさせてくれます。本当にエコトレッキングでした。
熱帯雨林なので雨が降りますが、用意したレインコートも全く必要がないくらい木々が傘になります。他の参加者はずべってお尻が汚れたりしましたが、最後に小川に入ってきれいに洗えるので大丈夫ですよ。きつさは、200メートルくらいの山に登る程度です。私たちのペースにあわせてくれますので、みなさんどんどん参加してみましょう。
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| Posted on: | 2007/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Emmett Harrison
Guide was knowledgable and patient. Particularly enjoyed description on Surrender Deck. Descriptive plaques on key stations and hardware would be helpful to better understand how the ship operated.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This is a great "can't miss" tour....second time for the parents, first time for the kids. We learned a ton about the island and the culture....and our kids are still bringing up points they learned on the tour. Ask for Ken to be your driver....he's TERRIFIC!! He "teaches" by telling "stories"...and this "stuck" with our kids. They thought he was very entertaining and retained much of what they heard b/c of his "stories". Enjoy the sights!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Jim
Our tour guide was Cousin Fred.. He was excellent!! He was very knowledgable, humorious, and personable. We could not have had a better driver. The experience was wonderful. If we get to Hawaii again, I would definitely use Roberts again.
Jim
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Lillian Scott
I had a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2007/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Mel Levine
The tour was very good especially because of the relatively small size of the tour group. The driver was knowledgeable, entertaining and friendly.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/08/24 |
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