All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

It was truly the best tour! During the journey to and from the destination, our Japanese driver and guide shared various information about Hawaii. The stories were easy to understand and interesting, and his calm tone made it very easy to listen to. After arriving in Haleiwa Town, he kindly provided detailed information about recommended shops and restaurants while we slowly drove through the area, which I really appreciated. I have visited Hawaii many times, but I learned a lot of things I didn't know before, and I had a truly fulfilling day. I was very satisfied with my choice of this tour and returned home happy. I highly recommend it. Thank you to our tour guide!

本当に最高のツアーでした！行き帰りの道中は日本人の運転手兼ガイドの方がハワイに関する様々な情報を教えてくださいます。お話はわかりやすく且つ面白く、声も落ち着いたトーンで話されるのでとても聞きやすかったです。ハレイワタウンに到着後、車をゆっくりと進めながらオススメのお店やレストランの情報を丁寧に教えていただいたのもとてもありがたかったです。ハワイには何度も訪れていますが、知らなかったことをたくさん知れましたし、本当に充実した１日を過ごすことができ、このツアーを選んで良かったと大満足で帰って来ました。本当におすすめです。ツアーガイドさんありがとうございました！

Riding horses in Hawaii is just the best, isn't it?

We rode along the beach near Turtle Bay.

Along the way, the staff took some photos for us.

We got some "amazing pictures."

The staff told me, "You're doing great!"

The horses here are well-trained, so it's fantastic.

They are calm and very easy to handle.

I want to go horse riding in the Hawaiian sea again.

### Everyone, you should join in too! ###

ハワイに来て　ホース　ライディング　それって　最高じゃありませんか。

タートル　ベイ　周辺の海辺を　馬に乗って走らせて。

途中、　スタッフに写真撮ってもらいました。

　”最高の写真”ができましたよ。

スタッフに言われました。「お客さん　上手ですね。」って。

ここに　いる馬は　ちゃんと飼いならされていますから最高ですよ。

おとなしくて、大変　扱いやすいですよ。

また、ハワイの海で　ホース　ライディングしたいですよ。

＃＃　皆さんも、参加してくださいよ。＃＃＃

This tour was wonderful. I’d been to Pearl Harbor years ago with family. The tour added an xtra touch - our tour guide, Marlon, was an added bonus. He spoke with reverence and compassion and gave us a lot of local information and history. Definitely recommend!

This tour is highly recommended! You can taste Hawaii's specialties, enjoy nature, and watch turtles. Even my father, who is over 60, was able to enjoy it without any difficulty. If you come to Hawaii, I definitely want everyone to experience this!

First, at the Dole Plantation, you can enjoy freshly squeezed pineapple juice for just $2.50! It's a great deal, and you can savor the true flavor of pineapple without any additives, so I absolutely recommend it!

Next, the horseback riding takes you through a forest with ups and downs, making the one-hour ride completely engaging! The horses are all thoroughbreds and very stable, so it's reassuring, and it's kind of cute when they occasionally get bored and start munching on grass (*^-^*). The staff were also very cute and kind!

After that, our guide took us to a hidden gem for garlic shrimp that locals use, and we enjoyed incredibly plump and delicious shrimp! Apparently, the garlic shrimp from the North Shore is made from fresh shrimp, making it even tastier♪

Above all, the highlight of this tour is the guide!

The amount of knowledge is amazing!! And they are entertaining! They share all sorts of interesting stories about Hawaii's history, recent events, and trendy shops, so you won't get bored during the travel time! Also, if you ask, "Are there places like this nearby?" they will guide you by car if it's close, which was very helpful☆

The guide and this route were both fantastic, so I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^▽^*)

このツアーはかなりオススメです！
ハワイの特産物を味わって、自然を楽しみ、カメを観て・・還暦を過ぎた父でも無理なく全然楽しめる内容で、ハワイに来たら是非みなさん体験して頂きたいです！

まずドールプランテーションでは搾りたてのフレッシュパイナップルジュースが2.5$で飲めてしまうお得さ！
交ざり物なしでパイナップル本来の味を楽しめるので、絶対オススメです☆

次の乗馬はアップダウンのある森の中を散策するので１時間全く飽きない！馬もみんなサラブレッドで安定している子達なので安心ですし、たまに飽きて草とか食べ始めちゃうのもなんかかわいい(*^-^*)
係りのお姉さんもとてもキュートで優しい方達でした♪

その後はガイドさんに地元の人が利用する穴場のガーリックシュリンプ屋さんを教えて頂き、それはもうプリップリでおいしい海老をいただきました！
どうやらノースショアのガーリックシュリンプは生の海老から作られているのでより美味しいらしいです♪

なんといってもこのツアーの一押しは、『ガイドさん』です！

知識量がすごい！！そしておもしろい！ハワイの歴史や最近の話、流行りのお店などありとあらゆる話を面白おかしく案内してくれるので、移動中も本当に飽きないです！
また、『こうゆうところはありますか？』と聞くと近場であれば車で案内して下さったりもするので、とても助かりました☆

ガイドさんもこのルートもとてもよかったので、ハワイに行くときはまたぜひ参加したいです！(*^▽^*)

The sunset dinner was truly a great experience. Everything was very well organized. We were served champagne to begin with and helped ourselves to fresh cheese, crackers and fruit trays. And those were left out for everyone the entire trip, which is beneficial when you have kids who might not like the whole dinner but still want to eat something. The entire dinner was fresh and tasty, and plentiful. Beverages were refilled as necessary but there weren't a lot of soda options. The sunset was beautiful. You just have to keep watch for the ideal time to take pictures of your experience. The entertainment was great, with music and dancers. Great experience overall!!

Meal was so wonderful! Even the veggie hamburger provided us was wonderful!
The dancers were so amazing! And entertaining! Entertained to well past docking!
If I had a suggestion it would be for the website to further explain, or make it easier to order the veggie burger.

The ranch is wonderful, and the tour content was quite good, but above all, each person working there was incredibly warm and welcoming!! After this tour, you'll definitely crave garlic shrimp! And you'll want to borrow a lot of DVDs! Haha, I want to go back when my child is born and grows up!

牧場も素敵で、ツアーの内容もかなり良かったですがなにより働いてる方1人1人がすごく温かく対応してくれます！！このツアーの後はガーリックシュリンプが食べたくなりますよ！そしてたくさんDVD借りたくなります！笑 子供が産まれて大きくなったらまた行きたいです！

Outstanding service. This was a once in a lifetime experience for us. History is awesome.

The Polynesian Cultural Center was truly wonderful and moving. I've been to Hawaii several times, but this was my first visit here. I thought it was a bit expensive, but I believe it was worth even more than that. Next time, I would like to participate in a tour of just the gardens. The transportation was also efficient and comfortable.

ポリネシアカルチャーセンターは、大変すばらしく、感動しました。ハワイは何回か行っていますが、こちらは初めて行きました。少々高いかと思いましたがそれ以上の価値があると思いました。次回は園のみの観光があれば参加したいです。送迎も手際よく快適でした。

The food was exceptional especially considering the number of people being served. The staff was polite and very accommodating. The young entertainers interacted with the crowd and performed in their traditional attire. We came back to the port with a bang, singing and dancing. I would definitely recommend this cruise. My only disappointment was that the harbor/tower area used to be filled with shops. It was our last night on the island and it would have been nice to purchase those last minute sovereigns. Now it’s just empty with a few eateries.

- All three attractions were amazing. The location tour, jungle exploration, and historical explanations were all interesting and easy to understand. While looking at other attractions, I definitely wanted to participate in the interactive ones.
- The movie location tour was very intriguing, as there were various filming sites besides Jurassic Park.

・三つのアトラクション全て最高でした。ロケ地巡り、ジャングル探検、歴史　的なもの全て説明も面白く、分かりやすく良かったです。他のアトラクショ　ンを見ていると、参加型で是非参加したいアトラクションでした。
・映画ロケ地巡りではジェラシックパーク以外にも色々な撮影があったという　ことで非常に興味深かったです。

- Taste of Kualoa Tour
In the vast nature, with easy-to-understand explanations from a Japanese guide, I was able to see various plants and also enjoyed some tastings. Since various movie filming locations and sets are still preserved, it was a lot of fun!

- Jungle Expedition & Kualoa Legends Tour
Riding in the back of a large jeep-like vehicle, we went through the jungle, which was quite thrilling. The gate from Jurassic World was there, and there were even claw marks left by the Indominus Rex on the wall! I was able to touch on history and had a very valuable experience.

- Movie Filming Locations & Ranch Tour
In the midst of wonderful scenery, the landscapes I saw in the movies spread out before me, and I was very moved! The fallen tree where Dr. Grant and the children hid from the approaching dinosaur in Jurassic Park is still there, and you can take commemorative photos there! I also got to see famous movie scenes and sets from Jurassic World and King Kong, making it the best experience!

・テイスト オブ クアロア ツアー
広大な自然の中を日本人ガイドさんのわかりやすい説明で、様々な植物を見ることができ、また試食も楽しめました。様々な映画のロケ地やセットもそのまま残されているので、とても楽しめます！

・ジャングル探検＆クアロア伝説ツアー
大型のジープのような車の荷台に乗り、ジャングルの中を抜けていくので、迫力があります。ジュラシックワールドに登場するあのゲート、そして、壁にはなんとインドミナス・レックスがつけた爪の傷跡もしっかり残されています！歴史にも触れられ、とても貴重な経験ができました。

・映画ロケ地＆牧場ツアー
素晴らしい景色の中、映画で見たあの風景が目の前に広がっていて、すごく感動しました！ジュラシックパークでグラント博士と子どもたちが、迫りくる恐竜から逃げるときに身を隠したあの倒木がそのままあり、そこで記念写真を撮ることができます！他にもジュラシックワールドやキングコングなど、有名な映画のあの景色やセットを見る事ができて最高の体験でした！

Great tour to do if you are not familiar with Oahu. Our driver, tour guide, lunch server etc. was outstanding. Very informative and patient. I highly recommend Oahu Nature Tour. Our tour guide was Monique in case you have a choice. We attended this tour on 28 May 2019. Lunch was included at Fumi's Shrimp Shack

This will be my fifth consecutive visit. Every time I go, I have fun and can relax. I'm looking forward to it again next year (probably, haha).

5年連続の利用になります。
何度行っても楽しくリラックスできます。
来年も（多分w）楽しみにしてます。

I spent my second day on the optional tour "North Shore (Haleiwa) Sightseeing and Horseback Riding." The guide provided helpful background information on the tour bus in preparation for the horseback riding experience.

The horse I rode was very calm and smart, and it did a great job walking along the uneven paths with both uphill and downhill sections. The riding experience lasted longer than I expected, so I was a bit tired, but it became a fun memory.

After that, we moved to Haleiwa Town, where I enjoyed local gourmet food that you can only find here. Since the day I participated was not on a weekend, I missed out on trying "Huli Huli Chicken," which I regret. I'll save that for next time!

オプションツアー「ノースショア（ハレイワ）観光と乗馬体験」で二日目の休暇を過ごしました。乗馬体験に備えてガイドさんが事前に予備知識をツアーバスの中で話してくれたので参考になりました。
騎乗したお馬さんはとてもおとなしくお利口さんで登り道あり、下り道ありと凹凸が結構ある道を頑張って歩いてくれました。騎乗体験が思ったより長時間だったので少し疲れましたが楽しい思い出となりました。
その後、ハレイワタウンに移動してここでしか食べれないグルメを味わいました。参加した日が土日でなかったので「フリフリチキン」が食べれなかったので心残りでした。次回のお楽しみにしておきます。

There were Moai statues, but it was disappointing that we weren't allowed to get off the bus. Also, basically, if you sit on the right side of the bus, you can enjoy various views. Sitting on the left side (driver's side) might be disappointing for those who want to take photos.

モアイ像がありましたが、バスから下ろしてくれなかったのは残念でした。
また、基本的にバスの右側の座席に座ると色々な景色を楽しめます。左側（運転席側）に座ると写真を撮影したい人にとっては残念かも

This was a GREAT sunset cruise - food was good, drinks were good (and they did not even make you give in your drink tickets so not trying to get more out of you) and the show was good.

Just one thing to improve upon:
1. Seating took way too long. You know who is coming so you should have assigned seating and it should be really quick - not making people stand in stairwell for 20 minutes just to get seated

I participated in this on my honeymoon trip!
It was reassuring that both the participants and the guide were Japanese!
During the car ride, the guide shared information about the buildings and the history of Hawaii, making the journey enjoyable!
The main horseback riding experience was incredibly fun!! (≧∀≦)
We rode for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The horses were smart, very gentle, and they worked hard to climb the hills, which made them quite endearing (*´ω`*).
They provided a thorough briefing before riding, so I felt safe getting on!
I created unforgettable wonderful memories♡
I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^^*)

ハネムーン旅行で参加しました！！
参加されてる方も日本人で、ガイドの方も日本人の方なので安心でした！
車での移動中もガイドさんがこの建物は〇〇ですとか、ハワイの歴史とか教えてくれるので楽しみながら移動できました！
メインの乗馬もめちゃめちゃ楽しかったです！！(≧∀≦)
たっぷり1時間15分ほど乗っていました。お馬さんもお利口でとっても穏やかで上り坂も一生懸命登ってくれてなんだか愛くるしかったです(*´ω`*)
乗馬の前にしっかりレクチャーもしてくれるので安心して乗れました！
忘れられない素敵な思い出ができました♡
ハワイ行ったらまた是非参加したいです(*^^*)

I participated in a horseback riding experience tour on May 15th. We received instructions on how to handle the horses while in the car and then headed to the location. As a couple in our 60s, I felt a bit anxious about whether we would be okay, but once we got on the horses, those worries quickly disappeared. The horses were so well-trained. When the horse in front started walking, ours followed suit, and when it stopped, ours did too. Even if there was a bit of disruption, pulling the reins as instructed made them listen.

While riding, we enjoyed the beautiful ocean view and the sound of the waves, spending a blissful time. Our instructor, Koji, provided excellent sightseeing information, sharing the names of many flowers blooming in town and details about Hawaii. We were able to see vast pineapple fields and sea turtles as well. In Haleiwa, he guided us to the restrooms and famous shops, so we didn’t get lost. He also took us to a delicious garlic shrimp restaurant, and on the way back, we toured the east coast and stopped by a souvenir shop where we could sample coffee. It was truly a wonderful tour that left us very satisfied. Thank you very much.

5月15日乗馬体験ツアーに参加しました。
車中で馬の扱い方の説明を受け現地に行きました。
66歳夫婦ですので
大丈夫かなあと少し不安な気持ちになりましたが
乗ってみるとそんな不安は直ぐに解消です。
よく調教された馬達の賢いこと。
前の馬が歩き出すと同じように歩き始め
止まると同じように止まり、少し乱れても教えて頂いたようにたずなを引くと
言う事を聞いてくれます。
馬の背で綺麗な海を見ながら潮騒を耳に、
ぽくぽくと至福の時を過ごせました。
またインストラクターのコウジさんの観光案内が素晴らしくて
町中に咲いてる沢山の花の名前、ハワイの状況とか教えて下さり
広大なパイナップル畑や海亀も見ることができました。
ハレイワの町ではトイレの場所、有名店を教えて下さり迷うことなく
過ごせました。ガーリックシュリンプの美味しいお店も案内して下さり
帰りは東海岸の方を周っていただき、コーヒーの試飲できる土産店にも
よって頂きました。本当に満足できる素晴らしいツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。

The Star of Honolulu sunset cruise, was awesome! My husband surprised me with the dinner cruise to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. Once on board, we met and had a picture taken with the Captain. We visited with some of the staff, they were fascinated that we were American Indians. Once the cruise set off, appetizers were served and it was the beginning of the amazing 7 course dinner. Each course was better than the previous dish served. The serving staff were fantastic, took care of any needs or questions we had. The entertainment was extraordinary, from the piano player, Hawaiian dancers to the beautiful singer at the end. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend this to anyone who wants to do something very special for any occasion.

I had a very enjoyable day! The most impressive part was the guide! She was a woman with striking eye makeup and a muumuu! Throughout the bus ride, she entertained everyone with various stories about Hawaii, and at the sightseeing points, she made sure we saw everything! Every place we stopped at during the half-day tour was great. At the Polynesian Cultural Center, we had a Japanese student guide who showed us around. It was very spacious and surprising! It was a beautiful place. We also enjoyed the show! A hat is definitely a must!

とても楽しい一日でした！一番印象的だったのは、ガイドさんでした！アイメークとムームーが印象的な女性です！
バスの中ではハワイのいろんな話を、観光ポイントではしっかり見せてくれるなど、終始みんなを楽しませてくれました！
半日観光で立ち寄った場所は、どこもよかったです。
ポリネシア カルチャー センターでも学生の日本人ガイドさんがついて案内してくれました。とても広くてビックリ！！キレイなトコでした。ショーも楽しめました！
帽子が必需品ですね！

From the moment that we first interacted with staff at the shuttle bus pick-up, the whole package was seamless. Staff made the bus ride and boarding so easy that we just had to be swept along and enjoy the experience. The management on the boat was also superb, but kept personal. The Friday night fireworks just completed a beautiful night.

- I arranged round-trip transportation from Sheraton Waikiki, so we will depart at 7 am.
- Even if it's sunny in Waikiki, it can be rainy and chilly when you arrive near Kualoa. (Participated in mid-May)
- Although the guide was supposed to be in English, two out of the three tours had Japanese guides. (There were also a few Japanese guides.)
- I went with small children, but the shuttle bus and the ranch were able to hold our stroller, which was great. (To be precise, at the ranch, we were just allowed to leave the stroller where the staff were sitting, so it felt more like a strong sense of personal responsibility rather than being taken care of.)
- Lunch is a buffet. The air conditioning in the lunch venue was quite strong and cold, but there are terrace seats, so we ate there. (The menu was simple, consisting of vegetable salad, meat dishes, and rice.)
- The vehicles and boats at the ranch can be quite bumpy, so if you're feeling uneasy, I recommend taking motion sickness medication.
- There is a diaper changing station in the restroom, which was convenient for those with infants and toddlers.
- Since it's a ranch, there are naturally mosquitoes and flies, and there is quite a strong smell from animal waste.
- After finishing the three tours, we returned to Waikiki around 3:50 pm.

・シェラトンWaikikiからの往復送迎を手配したので、7amには出発します。
・Waikikiは晴れていたとしてもクアロア付近に着くと雨が降っていて、肌寒いことがあります。（5月中旬に参加）
・英語ガイドとなっていますが、3このツアー中2つは日本語ガイドでした。（日本人ガイドも数人いました。）
・小さい子供連れで行きましたが、送迎バスも牧場でもストローラーは預かってもらえたので、良かったです。（厳密に言うと、牧場ではスタッフの座っているところにストローラーを置かせてもらっていただけなので、預かってもらったという感じよりは自己責任感が強いですが）
・昼食はビュッフェです。昼食会場内は冷房が強くて寒いですが、テラス席もあるのでそちらで食べました。（メニューは野菜サラダ、肉料理、ご飯という感じの質素なものです。）
・牧場内での車や船はかなり揺れることがあるので、不安な方は酔い止めを飲んだほうがいいと思います。
・トイレにはおむつ交換台があるので乳幼児連れには便利でした。
・牧場なので当然ながら、蚊やハエはいますし、動物の排泄物の臭いもかなりします。
・3つのツアーが終わってWaikikiには3:50pmくらいに戻ってきました。

This is a lovely intimate look at Hawai five O and a must for super fans like us. Our guide Sean was very knowledgable and the visit to McGarretts house was amazing. Would definitely recommend this trip to anyone who is a fan of the show.

We had a great tour with (creepy) Uncle Kevin today on the North Shore of Oahu! We've been touring all around the world and can seriously rank Uncle Kevin as one of the best tour guides. The Surf Bus has the right equipment, the right itinerary and an excellent attitude. The bus was on time at every stage and Kevin had good solid connections at every stage. He took the time to work with each group on tour to insure they had the right experience. Some of the stops had multiple options and he was able to call ahead to report those options to the vendor. Kevin recommended great food and knew how important this is to an all day tour. One unmistakable clue that Kevin really knows what he is doing is that he knew so many of the other folks involved with the tour on a personal level. He's a local. He knew all of the answers because he grew up here.

Great attention to detail makes for a great tour. Uncle Kevin obviously knows what he is doing and we look forward to going on another Oahu tour with him soon. Also, kudos to the bus company. They had the right equipment and marketing to make Kevin's expertise shine.

Thanks to my creepy uncle Kevin from Oahu. Mahalo!

Our tour guide Mike was so friendly and gave us great tips on dining in the area on our bus trip to the hike. He made sure everyone was comfortable and got all the pictures they wanted. The walk up to the fall was beautiful, the waterfall was amazing! It was an easy hike but got muddy in a few spots so be careful!

I would say: little exposure to the island, but if you are looking into the opportunity to experience the island while getting a real dip into cultural life of the Polynesia.

My first time in Haleiwa. I participated during the May holiday. The driver (who was Japanese) was very good.

It rained from the morning on the day of the trip. After we set off, the horseback riding was canceled. The driver informed us, "You can get a full refund for the cancellations." We were supposed to have three groups that day, but since the others canceled, it was just my family that set off. We only canceled the horseback riding and received a $100 refund per person.

We visited the murals in downtown Honolulu, a shop where we could sample coffee, and Dole Pineapple. After that, we entered Haleiwa while seeing the famous sign, and the driver kindly explained the shops from the car. Since it was still early for lunch, we went to a soap factory and then returned to Haleiwa for a garlic shrimp lunch at the recommended "CAMARON." The shrimp were already peeled, making them easy to eat. The driver was very kind, reserving seats for us and wiping off the benches from the rain. Even during our free time, I felt relaxed exploring since I had been informed about the famous spots from the car in advance. We also got to go to Matsumoto Shave Ice. On the way back, we were able to see three turtles up close on the beach.

In May, it can get quite chilly when it rains, so I think long sleeves are necessary. (We bought hoodies for the whole family at Dole.)

初めてのハレイワ。5月連休に参加。ドライバーさん（日本人）がとてもよかった。
当日は朝から雨。出発してから乗馬はキャンセルに。ドライバーさんから「キャンセルの方は全額返金できます」とのこと。当日3組で廻る予定でしたが、他の方はキャンセルされたので、うちの家族だけで出発しました。うちは乗馬だけキャンセルで一人100ドル返金してもらえました。
ホノルルのダウンタウンの壁画、コーヒーの試飲ができるショップ、ドールパイナップルへ。その後、有名な看板を見ながらハレイワに入り、車中からお店を丁寧に説明してもらいました。お昼にはまだ早い時間だったので、石けん工場へ行ってから、再度ハレイワに戻り、ガーリックシュリンプの昼食。お勧めの「CAMARON」へ。シュリンプの殻がむいてあるので食べやすいです。ドライバーさんが席を取ってくれたり、ベンチの雨を拭いてくれたりととても親切でした。自由行動でも、予め車中から名店を教えてもらっていたので、ゆっくり安心して散策できました。マツモトシェイブアイスにもゆけました。かえりには浜辺で3頭もカメを間近で見ることができました。
5月は雨が降るとかなり冷え込むので長袖が必要かと思います。（ドールで家族全員パーカーを買いました）。

Horseback riding is great for sun protection since you can wear a helmet over your hat.

You can easily mount the horse from a platform that looks like a podium, making it a breeze to get on. At first, it felt a bit scary due to the swaying, but I quickly got used to it and started enjoying the scenery. The horses are very well-trained and followed the horse in front of them perfectly.

We took individual photos of each family member at the beautiful seaside, so make sure to bring your camera!

In Haleiwa, they made a reservation for the garlic shrimp restaurant (Camaron) that I wanted to visit, allowing us to leisurely explore the town.

乗馬は、帽子の上からもヘルメットが被れるので日焼け対策バッチリです

朝礼台のような所から馬に乗れるので、乗る時も楽々でした
初めのうちは揺れて少し怖いのですが、すぐに慣れて景色を楽しめえるようになりました
馬がとてもよく訓練されているのでちゃんと前の馬のあとをついて歩いてくれました
綺麗な海辺で家族全員と、ひとりひとりの写真を撮ってくれたのでカメラ必携です

ハレイワでも行きたかったガーリックシュリンプのお店（キャマロン）を事前に予約してくれたのでゆっくり町を見て回れました

Amazing day. Awesome hikes and tour guide was great.