All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

I did the secret island back in 2015, and it truly felt like a secret island. The amount of people that were there at that time were the same amount of people on the boat. Now it is overhwelmed 10 fold of people. From the previous time going and present activities to do, they added a couple more presently. One of which checking out the turtles.
Anyways its still fun, especially with someone else.

It was interesting to say, enjoyed the environment and the food. Was with my girlfriend and she loved it. Was at a table on the edge to the starboard side. What topped it all was doing it on the night of the fireworks! Would do again.

The ship was large, so it was stable. However, it does sway a bit during movement. I took motion sickness medication in advance.
I was able to see a mother and baby whale. I could observe the spouting, back, and tail relatively close up. Since they are wild animals, I didn't expect any flashy behavior, so it met my expectations. The naturalist provided various explanations. Even those who don't understand English can enjoy it, and the staff are friendly.

大きな船なので、安定していました。ただし、移動の際はそれなりに揺れます。酔い止めをあらかじめ飲んでおきました。
クジラは親子をみることができました。潮吹きの様子や、背中、しっぽを、比較的近くで見られました。野生の生き物なので派手な行動はそもそもそんなには期待していなかったので、期待通りでした。ナチュラリストの方が色々解説してくれます。(英語)英語が分からない人でもたのしめますし、スタッフの方は感じがいいです。

The captain and his helper were very kind and welcoming.
They could have explained the sitting stance 2 x to make sure the kids understood but besides that We all had an amazing time and we will definitely come back to you guys on our next trip out.

- Mahalo

I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't see any whales, but I was happy to spend a relaxing time on the boat, feeling the sea breeze. The blue ocean and sky with white clouds were truly refreshing. I thought the view of Diamond Head and Waikiki from the sea was quite nice as well. Even if you can't see whales, you can receive a ticket for another trip later. If you tell the staff with the board your name, you'll get the ticket. If I had a few more days, I definitely would have liked to go again.

クジラを観ることが出来なかった為、少しガッカリしましたが、潮風に吹かれてのんびりと船で過ごせて嬉しかったです。
青い海と青い空に白い雲、本当に気持ち良かったです。
海から見るダイアモンドヘッドやワイキキもなかなか良いと思いました。
クジラを観ることが出来なくても、後日乗れる乗船券をもらうことが出来ます。
ボードを持ったスタッフに名前を伝えるとチケットをもらえます。
もう少し日にちがあったら、是非また乗りたかったです。

It was a comfortable catamaran boat. It was a bit small, but we were able to see several whales swimming perfectly. Thanks to our cheerful guide, we really enjoyed the cruise.

快適なカタマランボートでした。やや小ぶりでしたが、何頭かの鯨が泳ぐ姿もバッチリ。陽気なガイドさんのおかげでクルーズもenjoy出来ました。

We participated as a family of five with children aged 6 and 7!
As we moved by boat, the color of the sea clearly changed, and the emerald green water was so beautiful that it left us in awe.
This time, the water depth was up to the adults' waists, which made it a perfect opportunity for our first challenges with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing! The kids were able to touch the bottom, so we could enjoy ourselves safely until the end!
However, it was a bit cold, and my 6-year-old son, who couldn't touch the bottom, got scared and cried, retreating to the boat right away. I was a bit disappointed because I wanted him to play a little longer...
Next time in the summer, I strongly hope to join when we can see the sandbar in its true form!!
This time, the kids wanted to ride the banana boat and the tube, so we all participated, and they all said it was the best!!
Thank you for ensuring a safe environment with proper supervision!
I'm really glad we participated!

6.7.9歳の子連れ家族5人で参加しました！
船で移動すると明らかに海の色が変わり、エメラルドグリーンの海がとてもキレイで感動しました。
今回は大人の腰上辺りまでの水深だったため、シュノーケリング、サップ、カヌーは初めてのチャレンジするのにちょうど良かったです！子どもたちも足がついたので、安心して最後まで楽しむことができました！
ただ少し寒かったので、6歳の息子は脚もつかないため怖かったのか号泣してすぐ船に撤退してしまいました笑 もう少し遊んで欲しかったので残念、、、
次は夏、是非サンドバーの本来の姿か見れるタイミングで参加したいと強く思いました!!
今回は子どもたちがバナナボートとチューブをしたいと言ったので、そちらもみんなで参加して子どもたちは最高だった！！と口を揃えて話しています。
安全に過ごせるよう監視体制もしっかりして下さり、ありがとうございました！
参加して本当に良かったです！

When we were planning our honeymoon trip to Oahu, my parents discouraged us from using a rental car, and I felt a bit sad thinking, "Oh, we can only sightsee around Waikiki..." While trying to find a way to enjoy areas outside of Waikiki on our own, I came across this tour!!

Since I can't speak any English and couldn't use a rental car, having a shuttle service with Japanese-speaking staff was truly reassuring ( ; ; ) Ai and Natsue kindly guided us to local recommended spots like snorkeling points and shopping areas, and Tomo, who provided the shuttle service, was very friendly. His speaking to us in Japanese made us feel at ease right from the moment he picked us up (＞＜).

We were blessed with great weather, and both Kailua and Lanikai had stunning views, making for an exciting snorkeling experience with my husband!! I highly recommend this tour to everyone ⭐︎ Thank you so much!!!

新婚旅行でオアフ島に行く計画をしていたとき、レンタカーでの行動を両親に止められてしまい「あ〜、ワイキキ周辺しか観光できないのか...」と寂しい気持ちになっていました。
どうにか自分たちの足でワイキキ以外の地域も堪能できないかと調べていた時に、このツアーを見つけました！！
英語が全く話せず、レンタカーも使えないため、送迎付きで日本語スタッフの方に対応いただけたのは、本当に心強くて安心でした（ ; ; ）
あいさん、なつえさんがシュノーケルポイントやショッピングできる場所など現地のおすすめスポットをとても丁寧に案内してくださり、送迎してくださったトモさんも気さくで、日本語で声をかけてくださったおかげでお迎えの時点からとても安心感がありました(＞＜)
天気にも恵まれて、カイルアもラニカイも景色がとても綺麗で夫と興奮しながらシュノーケリングしました！！このツアーはみなさんにおすすめしたいです⭐︎
本当にありがとうございました！！！

We had a great time on our helicopter tour! Our pilot was great. The scenery was beautiful! I had never been on a helicopter before and worried a bit about motion sickness, which I have an issue with sometimes. This was an extremely stable feeling ride! And our flight was a doors off flight. Zero problems with motion sickness here! The staff was pleasant and helpful. The pilot was capable and fun! Thanks for a great trip! I would highly recommend.
P.S. The instructions ahead of time say to bring a lanyard for your phone and your glasses, so I ordered both off of amazon. When you arrive, the staff had phone lanyards available and said that the headphones that you wear will hold your glasses/sunglasses on.

I found the catamaran and understood the meeting point, but the reception was not open at the meeting time, so there was a bit of a wait. After the reception ended, there was more waiting, but when the catamaran that had been docked suddenly started moving out to sea, I felt a bit anxious. Since no passengers were on board, I thought it would be fine. We moved to the boarding area and boarded again. As mentioned in other people's experiences, there were hardly any Japanese people, just our family. Communication with the staff was not established, but it wasn't a problem. They asked if we wanted drinks, and we could respond in simple English. We encountered whales while sailing. It was a windy day, but it wasn't too bumpy, which was reassuring. I was wondering whether to prepare motion sickness medication, but this time I was fine. Occasionally, we got splashed with water, but I enjoyed that too. We could also see the other side of Diamond Head. There were various sailing options, and I was unsure which one to choose, but if you just want to enjoy sailing, I think this one is affordable and recommended. I sat under the sail, which provided shade and was a nice spot. Thank you very much.

カタマランを見つけて集合場所を理解でしましたが受付は集合時間にはオープンしておらず少し待ち時間があります
受付が終了してそこからまた待ち時間がありますが、停泊していたカタマランが突然動き始め海へ出た時は少し焦りました
誰も客が乗車していなかったので問題ないだろうとは思いましたが
乗船場所まで移動して改めて乗船しました
他の方の体験談にもありましたが日本人はほとんどおらず私たち家族だけです
スタッフとの会話も成立しませんが特に問題ありません
ドリンクはいりませんか、と確認してくれますが簡単な英語で返答可能です
セーリング中にクジラにも遭遇しました
風の強い日でしたが、それほど揺れなくて安心
酔い止めを用意しようか迷っていましたが今回はなんともありませんでした
時折水しぶきがかかりますがそれも楽しめました
タイヤモンドヘッドの反対側も見ることができます
さまざまなセーリングの選択肢がありどれにしようか迷いましたが
セーリング自体を楽しみたいだけであればお安くておすすめだと思います
帆の下に座りましたが、ちょうど帆の影になって日陰でよい場所でした
ありがとうございました

We had a great time. Picked us up in Waikiki, got on cat for 15 min and had a light lunch and swam and snorkeled. Everyone was fantastic. The two men playing music was a treat. Great time on a full boat!

Good that we can see the whale. The check in is smooth and the staff is friendly. Highly recommend. The presail information is important so that we know what we should look for. Captain Mike is awesome and friendly. Sarah is kind and good.

As a whole, the experience to see and learn more about the terrible happenings on December 7, 1941 was an outstanding opportunity and well orchestrated.

The Arizona memorial was incredibly humbling. I never knew there are more than 900 souls still at rest below the memorial. Also, the endless oil leak from the ship was quite a surprise.

Now, to be honest, I thought we'd be walking on a glass bottom floor so one could see more of the ruins. But, as it was, with the displays available, the wall of names, etc., it was quite effective.

May God continue to bless all the lost souls, injured warriors, and their families.

Next, we toured the USS Missouri. What an amazing ship with displays to explain personnel jobs, their quarters, and all the cogs of the wheel it takes to operate and maintain such massive equipment. God bless our service men and women.

Finally, we walked through the air museum. It was very cool to see all of the various aircraft on display, with some still flying today! Sweet!

Lastly, the bus driver that picked us up from our hotel was quite entertaining and full of good information. He kept us informed and laughing as we drove through Honolulu and a fallen soldier cemetery on the way to Pearl Harbor. We learned about how the reservations work, native Hawaiian life and culture, and the MANY, MANY types of Spam there are in Hawaii! Woohoo... gotta love Spam :-)

Thanks you so much for this opportunity. Obvious, you are highly recommended!!!

Sincerely,
Brad Denney
Lewisville, Texas, USA

I booked this tour for my first time in Hawaii. On the bus heading there, there were many Japanese people! After arriving, there is an explanation for each tour, and it seemed like most people had signed up for the buggy tour.
During the horseback riding experience, two English-speaking staff members accompany you. While English is the main language, when the horse lags behind, they say, "Kick it! Thank you! Good!" so even if you're not good at English, you can understand the basics and have fun.
They will tell you the names of the horses if you ask, so I think you'll enjoy horseback riding even more if you engage with them.
The staff were kind, and the horses were very cute and well-behaved!

初めてのHawaiiでこちらのツアーを申し込みしました。ホテルから向かう際のバスでは、日本人も多くいました！到着してからツアーごとに説明があるのですが、ほとんどの方がバギーツアーに申し込みしているようでした。
乗馬体験では2名の英語スタッフが一緒についてきてくれます。英語がメインになりますが、馬が遅れをとると「蹴って蹴って！ありがとう！グッド！」と言ってくれるので、英語が苦手でも最低限のことは分かりましたので楽しかったです。
馬の名前を聞くと教えてくれるので、ぜひ声掛けながら乗馬をするとより楽しめると思います。
スタッフも優しく、馬もとってもキュートでお利口さんでした!!

This was my third and final visit to the PCC over a period of thirty years . Unfortunately I was not feeling well on the day with a head cold . But I did manage to do all I wanted to.The film was great as also was the evening show
I will continue to have happy memories of my visits .You continue to provide the best

I initially signed up for a turtle snorkeling tour, but it turned out to be so much more than that. It transformed into the most unforgettable whale watching adventure of our lives! We were fortunate enough to witness over 20 humpback whales just off the coast of Waikiki. It was truly a breathtaking sight.

I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the flexibility in the itinerary. The fact that we were given the opportunity to dedicate some time to whale watching before snorkeling made the experience even more remarkable.

I wholeheartedly recommend the private Catamaran experience to anyone passing through Honolulu. The combination of the stunning natural beauty and the outstanding service provided by your team made it an unforgettable journey.

Thank you once again for creating such a memorable experience. I look forward to sharing this recommendation with friends, family, and fellow travelers.

What an amazing time! We got picked up a minute away from our hotel and the bus driver even shared some Oahu history during the ride! We opted for the five star dinner and it was incredible. We felt like VIPs! Incredible food, the BEST steak I have ever had and delicious champagne. Live Jazz music on our deck and stunning views. Definitely going to do it again next time we visit! I recommend bringing a jacket as it can get pretty windy on the outside deck and indoors is air-conditioned.

You can choose the height and splash options! However, when I went, no one asked me anything, so if you have a specific request, you need to say it directly (English only).

They took photos from the boat for $40, and it was worth it! I really enjoyed it! Although I intended to buy them, it was also a great memory to have someone from the next group record a video for me on my phone. We were both asking each other to take turns taking pictures.

Some people brought their phones up, so if you want to take photos up there, it's good to have a waterproof case! I was too scared to bring mine up in case I dropped it.

It was incredibly beautiful and fun! The atmosphere was very nice, and it felt friendly and cheerful.

It would be great to do this on a sunny day, and it might be even better at sunset! 😊

高さや水ポチャも選べる！とありましたが、行っても何も聞かれなかったので、もし絶対これがいい！などリクエストがあれば直接言う必要があります。（英語のみ対応）
船上から写真を撮ってくれて40$でしたが、買って損はなし！良かったです！
買うつもりではいたものの、携帯で次の組の人に、動画を回しておいてもらったのも良い思い出です。結構お互いお願いします〜っと言った感じで撮りあってました
携帯を持って上に上がる方もいましたので、上で写真撮りたい方は、防水ケースがあると良いです！
私は落としたら怖すぎたので、持っては上がりませんでした。

すっごく綺麗で、楽しかったです！
雰囲気も非常によく、和気藹々とした感じでした

晴天でやっても良いですし、夕暮れにやっても最高かもしれません☺️

Check-in starts at 8:30 at the desk located just before the pier. Three cheerful female crew members operate the boat. Shortly after departure, we were welcomed by a whale. After a round trip towards Diamond Head, we took a break around Turtle Canyon, where we could see a few turtles. It was about an hour of sailing while quenching our thirst with soft drinks. There's nothing particularly special, but for this price, I was very satisfied.

8時半から桟橋手前にひとり座っているデスクでチェックイン。
女性3人のクルーが元気良く操船してくれる。
出航早々クジラのお出迎え。ダイアモンドヘッド方面往復後、タートルキャニオン周りでひと休み。少しカメも見られる。
ソフトドリンクで喉を潤しながら小一時間のセーリングでした。
特殊なことは何もないけどこの値段なら大満足。

I participated in the tour on February 9th. This was my third time joining this tour. The first two tours were in January, and I was very satisfied and enjoyed both, seeing whales with their young, very large tails, and spouting water. This time, I was drawn in by the "second person free" offer, but compared to the calm sailing I experienced before, the wind was strong and the boat rocked quite a bit. I thought I wouldn't need motion sickness medication based on my previous experiences, so I participated without taking any, which made me quite worried about getting seasick. My sister was also not in a state to go out on the deck, so she sat in a chair placed in the aisle on the second floor of the boat. Surprisingly, this spot turned out to be a hidden gem, as no one stood in front of us and there was nothing obstructing our view, allowing us to sit and enjoy the scenery until the end. Since I was sitting on the right side of the boat, at first, I could only see the endless horizon, the large, crashing waves, and small boats that looked like they might sink, which made me a bit anxious. However, on the way back to the port, the view of Diamond Head and the hotels in Waikiki spread out before us, and I naturally ended up taking a lot of photos. Although we didn't encounter any whales this time, the view of the Waikiki hotels from the sea is something you don't get to see often, so I recommend experiencing it at least once. Since we didn't see any whales, there will be ticket distribution for the next time, but it's only in English, so please be careful not to miss it.

2/9のツアーに参加しました。このツアーの参加は３回目になります。２回のツアーは１月でした。子供を連れたクジラやとても大きな尾ひれ、吹き上がる潮など2回ともとても満足で楽しめました。今回は2人目無料に惹かれて再びの参加でしたが、今までの穏やかな航行に比べて風も強く揺れも強く踏ん張ってもふらつくほどで、今までの経験から酔い止めは必要ないと思っていましたので飲むことなく参加してしまい船酔いしないかととても心配でした。妹もとてもデッキに出る状態ではなかったので2階の船の通路に置かれている椅子に座っていましたが、案外とこの場所が穴場で前に人が立つことなく遮るものも無かったので、最後まで座って景色を見ることができました。船の右側に座っていたので初めはどこまでも続く水平線や大きく波打ち荒れるボートや沈んでしまいそうな小舟ばかりが目に入り少し不安でしたが、港に戻る航路にはダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキのホテル群が広がって自然と写真を撮りまくっていました。今回はクジラには出会えませんでしたが海から眺めるワイキキのホテル群はなかなか見れない景色なので一度体験してみてください。クジラに会えなかったので次回のチケット配布がありますが英語のみなので聞き逃さないように気を付けてください。

We used this for our honeymoon. Kaz-san provided transportation to the hotel and offered wonderful hospitality throughout our stay. The interior was very stylish and beautiful, creating a comfortable atmosphere. We felt completely at ease, especially with the Japanese staff handling the pre-flight briefing. During the flight, they introduced us to various spots and were attentive to our well-being, allowing us to enjoy the experience without any worries. Overall, it was the best. I thought right after the flight that I want to use this service again. There seem to be many operating companies, but I would choose Lani Lea without hesitation. It's a sure thing!

今回はハネムーンで利用しました。カズさんがホテルまで送迎してくれたり、終始素晴らしいおもてなしをしていただきました。店内もとてもおしゃれで綺麗で、居心地が良く、フライト前の説明も日本スタッフさんが対応してくれたりと不安は全く感じませんでした。フライト中はいろんなスポットを紹介していただいたり、終始私たちの体調を気にかけてくれたりと安心しながら楽しむことのできるフライトでした。とにかく、最高。また利用したい。フライト後すぐ思いました。たくさんの運営会社さんがあるようですが、迷わずにLani leaさんへ。間違いなしです！！

My friend couldn't make it, so I participated in this tour alone. I wasn't very good at English, but I really wanted to ride a horse, so I went from the city to Kualoa Ranch by myself. It was quite difficult to find the horse riding area, and I was really anxious being in a small hut where no one was around, but it turned out I was in the right place. The staff helped me find a helmet that fit my head and instructed me to watch a video about safety precautions. After that, as more people started to gather, I got on the horse. It was my first time riding, and it was really difficult to handle. Most of the others were families, and I didn't see many groups of friends in their 20s. I struggled to ride well, and it was embarrassing to be alone and squeal, so I rode feeling quite shy. After that, the two-hour tour began. The horse was free-spirited and would suddenly stop to urinate, and some of us, including me, had trouble moving forward or getting separated from the group, which was tough. I definitely should have gone for just one hour. My backside was so painful... I was 21, but it was exhausting, haha. Next time, I will definitely join for one hour with friends.

友人が行けなくなってしまい、このツアーには1人で参加しました。あまり英語も出来なかったのですがどうしても馬には乗りたかったので、1人で市内からクアロアランチまで行きました。馬の乗り場まではとても分かりずらく、誰もいない小屋みたいなところでここであってるのかずっと不安だったのですが、どうやら合っていたみたいです。スタッフの方に自分の頭に合うヘルメットと今から注意事項などの映像を見せると指示をされ、そちらを終えてから人が少しずつ集まってきたところで馬に乗りました。初めて馬に乗ったので本当に扱いが難しかったです。周りは家族連れが多く、20代のお友達同士というものはあまり見かけませんでした。とにかく上手く乗れず1人でキャーキャー言うのも恥ずかしいので、色々と恥ずかしいまま乗りました。その後は2時間のツアーが始まります。馬は自由で急におしっこで止まりますし、私も含め何人か融通が効かず進んでくれなかったり仲間とはぐれようとしたり、大変でした。絶対に1時間で良かったです。おしりがとにかく痛くて痛くて、、。21歳でしたが、しんどかったです笑次は必ずお友達と1時間の方で参加します。

It was so much fun! When coming down, I dipped my butt in the sea a bit, then they lifted me up a little, and after that, I was collected by the boat. I felt reassured because I wasn't dropped completely into the sea!

めちゃ楽しかったです！降りてくるときにお尻くらいは海につけて、また少し上げてくれて、それからボートに回収される感じでした。がっつり海に落とすようなことはないので安心でしたね！

We did enjoy the tour but I felt like we missed out a little as we were sat on the right side and all the good views were to the left and when we paused to look at a view, I wasn’t able to capture any good photos because it was just everyone else on the left side of the bus with their cameras out. Just wish I knew before getting on and I would’ve sat on the left side that’s all. Otherwise it was really good, wish it lasted longer and the driver/guide was funny and informative

It was a great trip the crew was amazing the music was great the floating dock was nice my wife liked that the volleyball was super fun the snorkeling my kids loved .

We had a wonderful time in Hanauma Bay with our awesome guide, who was knowledgeable and patient. Transportation was very convenient and comfortable. We would highly recommend!

I used it for the first time.
I usually include transportation with my tours.
It was inexpensive, friendly, and convenient. I want to use it again, so I also booked it for my return flight.

初めて利用しました。
いつもは、ツアーの送迎つけていました。
安くて親切で便利でした。また利用したくて、帰国便も予約して利用しました。

I asked the driver about the QR code for the VIP booklet, but he didn't have it. I was told that it could be obtained at the information center in Waikele. It didn't seem like he had forgotten it.

In the end, I obtained it myself at the information center. It took about 10 minutes as a time loss.

Therefore, I think it would be good to implement the following measures in the future.
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Necessary Information
【How to Obtain the Waikele VIP Booklet】
Please obtain the QR code from the driver when boarding the bus. The driver has a laminated version of the QR code, which you will need to scan.

VIPブックレットのQRコードについて、ドライバーさんに聞いたところ持っておらず、ワイケレのinformationで入手できると言われました。忘れてきた様子でもなかったです。
結局自分でinformationで入手しました。時間ロスにして10分程度でした。

ですので、以下の記載についての今後の対策をされた方がよろしいかと思います。
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必要事項
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As the title says, it's an awesome way to spend a morning in Oahu! (Feb 2024)

We arrived early to self park and upon boarding we're guided to the main lower deck for a brief introduction and instructions. The Star of Honolulu was spacious with several decks, allowing options for guests as to how they want to go about the whale watching experience. Our group stayed on the second deck, not too many people went there (we think, as compared to the top deck).

Kaitlyn, our naturalist, was entertaining - lots of dad jokes* - and information about the wildlife in the area (whales, dolphins, etc).

Finally the highlight of the tour, the whale sighting! We were very lucky to be able to witness a mama whale teaching her baby whale how to breach! It was so fun and amazing to watch them play around in the water. That's sure to be an unforgettable experience. It was good timing too that we visited Hawaii during peak whale watching season.

Other points I'd like to mention:
- The restroom was clean and had a lot of stalls, so you wouldn't have to worry.
- The crew also mentioned that they had ginger chews to help if you're feeling a bit seasick.
- Food & drinks are available to purchase onboard.
- I was rather a bit worried that the life vests were only available inside the benches on the main deck (iirc). I think it might be good to make sure there are life vests in other areas of the boat as well in case of emergency. Not everyone on the upper decks might be able to come down the stairs. Or maybe I'm just being a worrywart, don't mind me.

*KRILL-ed cheese was my favorite joke. :D

I think it would be better to have options like a half-price refund if we can't see the whales, because there might be times when the schedule doesn't match even if it's free next time.

クジラが見れなかった場合は半額返金などのオプションがある方がいいと思う
次回タダでも日程が合わない場合があるから