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Normally, you need to reserve tickets individually two days before the desired date, but considering the risks of not being able to secure them and the travel involved, I applied for this tour. During the summer vacation period, if you go for the morning session, there can be long traffic jams due to people hoping to buy same-day tickets. If I had gone individually, there would have been many confusing situations, so I’m really glad I went on the tour. Since it was in the morning, the water temperature was low, and I rented a wetsuit for $10. Thanks to that, even someone like me who gets cold easily was able to enjoy the experience fully. I didn’t see any sea turtles, but it was sunny with high visibility, and I was able to see a lot of fish, which was great. The guide was very knowledgeable, and the smooth guidance provided a sense of security, which was very good.

本来であれば参加希望日2日前に個人でチケット予約しなければいけないのですが、うまく取れないリスクや移動のことも考えこちらを申込ました。
夏休みの時期は午前の部の場合ですと当日券目当てに長い渋滞が発生します。
個人でもし行っていたら色々混乱しそうな場面が多かったのでツアーで行って本当に良かったです。
午前ということもあり水温は低く、10ドルのスーツをレンタルしました。おかげさまで寒がりの私でもフルで楽しめました。
海ガメは見れませんでしたが晴れていて透明度が高く、魚がたくさん見れて良かったです。
ガイドさんの知識が豊富なのと案内がスムーズで安心感がありとても良かったです。

We had a great time on the fireworks cruise. The crew was fun and energetic and made everyone laugh. The drinks were nice and strong and service was fast. Some folks seemed like they pre partied all day and got a little raunchy. Families with young kids should keep this in mind (this is also warned on their website). The view was great and the music was fun.
A nice way to end the day!

I went up to a height of 150 meters! It was so much fun! It felt like I was in the air longer than I expected, and the views were amazing as they changed directions, making it truly feel like I was flying.

The boat was relatively fast, and the waves were quite strong, so those who are prone to motion sickness should be cautious. I took motion sickness medication before going, but it was still a close call! I wore a swimsuit, but only my toes got wet.

After the activity, I gave a tip when getting off the boat. Later, I purchased the photo data for $40 at the reception. They quickly transferred the data to my smartphone and also gave me an SD card. However, for some reason, the date on the photo data was set to 2020, which was a bit disappointing, but it felt very much like Hawaii, haha.

It was a fun activity in a short amount of time!

高さ150メートルにしました！とても楽しかったです！
思ってたよりも長く空中にいた感覚で、見える景色も、色々と方向変えてくれていて、ほんとに空を飛んでるかのようでした。

船のスピードも割とあり、波も激しかったので、酔いやすい方は注意です。
わたしは酔い止め飲んで行きましたが、ギリでした！
水着を着て行きましたが、足先が濡れる程度でした。

終了後、船を降りる時にチップをわたしました。その後、受付のところで写真データを40ドルで購入しました。スマホにすぐにデータを入れてくれて、SDカードも頂けました。
ですが、写真データの日付がなぜか2020年となっていて、、、ちょっとそれが残念でしたが、まぁハワイだなーという感じで笑笑

短時間で楽しいアクティビティでした！

Dan thought of everything that would make our trip extremely successful. His knowledge of marine life was excellent. Attention to safety was paramount and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience.

Our guides were amazing and the views from the zip line were phenomenal. It was awesome that there were pictures taken by the staff along the way so we didn't have to risk our own phones. 100% would recommend to future travelers.

So much fun! The live music was on point. The crew made the trip fun and made sure everyone was safe while having a great time. Would highly recommend this excursion for all ages. We will definitely do this one again on our next visit.

We had this Snorkeling Adventure June1988 on our Honeymoon. We are Happy Uncle Bob’s Snorkeling Adventure 36 years later our Honeymoon with our 2 kids to share our Love June 2024.
Looking forward to do this again with our grandkkds someday.
Awesome crew. Perfect Sandbar
Thank you for the Memories♥️♥️

In June, I traveled with my parents in their 60s and two children aged 0 and 4, totaling seven people. We had previously gone to Hawaii before COVID and used an HIS tour, which included some options. At that time, it was very easy to get around Waikiki, so I decided to book it again this time, even though it was expensive.

This time, our hotel was a bit far from the center of Waikiki, so we had to walk a little from the bus stop, but even without that, it felt like there were fewer buses than before. As a result, we mainly used the pink trolley that we could ride with a JCB card, so it didn't feel very cost-effective.

Also, even when we were at the bus stop on time, the buses came quite late, which was a bit concerning. Additionally, my parents in their 60s participated in the East Oahu Scenic Line, which wasn't available before COVID, and they said it was very good. That bus took about three hours for a round trip, so they enjoyed the scenery without having to walk.

It might be good to plan the schedule and destinations carefully, but since we had small children, I thought renting a car might have been a better option.

６月に60代の親と0歳4歳の子供も含めて7人での利用でした。コロナ以前にハワイに行った際、HISのツアーで行ったためオプションでついてました。
その際とてもワイキキでの移動がしやすかったので今回高かったけど申し込みました。
今回はワイキキの中心からホテルが離れていることもありましたのでバス停留所から少し歩きましたが、それはなしとしてもバスの本数が以前よりすくなくなっていた気がしました。結果JCBのカードをもっていたら乗れるピンクトロリーしかあまり利用しなかったので、あまりお得感はなかったです。
あと、時間通りに停留所にいてもかなりおくれてくるのでそれも少し気になりました。
あとコロナ以前にはなかったら東オアフ絶景ラインに60代の親のみ参加しましたが、それはとてもよかったらしいです。そのバスが1周３時間程だったので、歩くこともなく景色を堪能できてよかったらしいです。
しっかり時刻や行き先を計画して利用するとよいかもですが、小さい子供もいたので、レンタカーのほうがよかったかもとおもいました。

The family enjoyed the vacation and the tour was a very big educational part of it.

A relaxed atmosphere where you can feel at ease. However, the performance took a while to start, so I would have liked them to provide a start time! The food was decent! The performance was good, but the children in the pool were a bit distracting (laughs).

気軽な雰囲気でリラックス。ただ演奏か中々始まらないので開始時間を提示して欲しい！食事はまあまあのレベル！演奏は良いがプールの子どもは気になった(笑)

There were some places in the suburbs where it was hard to figure out where to catch the trolley, so it would be great if there were signs at the trolley stops or if I could check via an app.

郊外等でどこで乗るのかわかりづらい場所もあったのでトロリー乗場の看板もしくはアプリで確認出来ると嬉しいです

I have never surfed before and I probably won't in the future, so I decided to join this experience to feel that vibe casually. The speed was much slower than I imagined, and I didn't feel scared at all. Watching the people surfing on the same waves and being able to ride the waves together was fun and made me feel like a surfer. However, it ended in no time. It would be nice if it were a bit cheaper.

サーフィンをした事が無く、今後もできそうもないので、気軽にそんな気分になれそうなこちらに参加しました。
想像よりもスピードはゆっくりで、全く怖さはありませんでした。同じ波にサーフィンしている人達を見て、一緒に波に乗れたのは、サーファー気分で楽しかったです。
しかし、あっという間に終わりでした。もう少し安価だといいですね。

First, we enjoyed a buffet together, and then we moved on to watch the Rock-a-Flash show! When Michael Jackson's song played, I got really excited (laughs).

最初にみなさんでビュッフェをいただいてから、移動してロック・ア・フラショーを鑑賞しました！マイケルジャクソンの歌がかかったときは、テンション上がりました（笑）

The Heaven's Sea Tour was something I had been wanting to experience for a long time after seeing it online! We swam with the instructor leading the way, and I was moved to see a sea turtle up close along the way!

天国の海ツアーはずっとネットで見ていて体験したかったツアーでした！インストラクターの方を先頭に泳いで行き、途中ウミガメを近くで見れて感動しました！

The instructor and driver spoke Japanese, and it was so much fun! I experienced several activities in Hawaii, but this was the most enjoyable and memorable tour!

インストラクター兼ドライバーの方が日本語を話せる方で、すごくすごく楽しかったです！ハワイでいくつかアクティビティの体験をしましたが1番楽しくて思い出のツアーになりました！

Our family had a great time on our ATVs. Come in the morning as it is HOT in the sun. And be prepared to get dirty so bring a change of clothes for afterwards. Instructors were super attentive and took lots of pictures which you can opt to purchase. You’re a drive from Shark’s Cove and local food trucks on the North Shore so we made a day of it. Our teenage boys loved this experience!

This was a great experience for our family. The banana boat and bumper ride was a fun time and I’d recommend for families to do together. We all had time to use the paddle boards and kayaks as well as try our hand at snorkelling. The crew was super friendly, informative and attentive while we were getting to the sandbar and throughout the activity. Snorkelling is limited to small fish amongst the reefs but great for novice snorkelers. Highly recommend this excellent excursion!

The weather was cloudy, but it cleared up when we arrived. We were able to see many turtles up close, and they almost came into contact with us, which made us hurriedly back away... but we had a great time snorkeling. Additionally, we enjoyed our free time with activities like stand-up paddleboarding, which is suitable for children, and I think the staff's attentiveness provides a sense of security.

天気は曇りだったけど、到着したら晴れました
亀さんもたくさん見られて、近くまできてくれ、危うく接触しそうになりかけ慌てて離れましたが。。。　大変楽しくシュノーケルできました。
また、Stand uppaddleなどの自由時間も楽しく過ごせ、子供の体験にも向いているほど、スタッフの気配りも安心できるかと思います。

Highly recommend!! The staff was amazing and made this trip so much fun!

First of all, in conclusion, I'm glad I went! It was definitely a great experience!

The vast nature of Kualoa Ranch offers a dynamic and breathtaking scenery that you can't experience in Japan, and you can enjoy various views while riding the buggy :)

During the buggy tour, there was no Japanese guide, but after arriving at Kualoa Ranch, a Japanese staff member provided an overall introduction, so you can rely on them if you have any issues!

There is a Japanese video for the pre-tour instructions, so it's okay if you don't speak English.

During the tour, the guide spoke only English, but it's manageable with simple English, so those who are anxious about their English skills should still be able to enjoy it :)

All the guides were very kind and attentive.

Now, here are some points I would like future participants to keep in mind:

- Avoid wearing white or clothes that show dirt easily. During the one-and-a-half-hour ride, there is a lot of dust, so it's essential to wear clothes that can get dirty.

- Bring a towel and cleansing sheets, and it's recommended for women to go without makeup. As mentioned, you'll be covered in dust, and after the tour, you'll be hilariously dirty. There is a handwashing station right after getting off, but if the shuttle bus schedule is tight, you probably won't have time to wash thoroughly. So, after rinsing off a bit at the handwashing station, it's best to wipe your face and neck thoroughly with sheets in the car on the way back!

- Sun protection is important. It's a good idea to apply sunscreen or wear long sleeves (the buggies have no windows, so you'll be exposed to both dust and UV rays while riding!).

- Bring non-woven masks. You can get a bandana (for covering your nose and mouth) at the tour reception, but a non-woven mask is much better for dust.

- Please bring water. The tour lasts an hour and a half, with stops at scenic points for the guide's explanations, but it can get hot, so it's even better if you can hydrate regularly.

- Eating and drinking are prohibited on the shuttle bus, so you can have lunch at Kualoa Ranch. There are also souvenirs for sale, so you can enjoy the time between the tour and the shuttle.

If you're hesitating, definitely go for it! Fans of Jurassic Park will surely enjoy it too!!

まず、結論としては行って良かった！
とにかく良い経験になりました！

クアロアランチの広大な自然は、
日本では味わえないダイナミックさと絶景で
バギーでぐるっと回って色んな景色を楽しめます :)


バギーツアー中、
日本語ガイドさんは居ませんでしたが
クアロアランチ到着後は
まず、日本語スタッフさんが全体の案内をしてくださったので
何か困った時は頼りになります！

ツアー前の注意事項は、
日本語ビデオがあるので英語が出来なくても大丈夫

ツアー中は
英語オンリーのガイドさんでしたが、
簡単な英語でどうにかなるので
英語に不安がある方も楽しめるはず :)

ガイドさん達はどなたも
とても親切に色々気にかけてくださいました


ここからは
これからツアー参加される方へ参考にしてもらいたい点


・白い服、汚れが目立つ服は×
1時間半の走行中は砂埃がすごいので、
汚れてもOKなお洋服で参加は必須

・タオル＋クレンジングシートの持参と
女性は、すっぴん推奨
上記同様、砂埃をまともに被るので、
ツアー終了後は笑えるほど真っ黒になります。笑
降車後すぐの所に手洗い場はありますが
送迎バスの時間がタイトな場合があるので、
しっかり洗う余裕はきっとありません
なので、ある程度手洗い場で洗い流したら帰りの車内でお顔や首など徹底的にシートで拭くのがベストです！

・紫外線対策
日焼け止めをしっかり塗っていくか長袖着用がいいかも
（バギーは窓がないので
走行中は砂埃も紫外線とまともに浴びます！）

・不織布マスクなどの持参
ツアーの受付でもらえるバンダナ（鼻・口を覆う用）がありますが
砂埃には不織布マスクの方が俄然いいです

・水分持って行ってください
1時間半、絶景ポイントで降りてガイドさんの説明を受けながらのツアーですが
暑さで喉が乾くので都度水分摂取が出来ると尚良いですね

・送迎バスは、飲食禁止なので
ランチなどはクアロアランチ内で頂けます
お土産も売っているのでツアーと送迎の合間時間も楽しめます



迷われてる方はぜひ！
ジュラシックパーク好きな方も楽しめるはず！！

I was able to see two types of dolphins and also met a sea turtle, which made me very satisfied. Since I can't speak English, the Japanese staff (Hayato and Ken) were very helpful. I was worried about seasickness, and that day the wind was strong, so I did get seasick, but I am grateful for the very caring support I received. The sandwich we had at the end was also delicious. It was the best tour. I would like to participate again when I come to Hawaii. Thank you very much!!

イルカは2種類見れて、ウミガメに会う事も出来とても満足しています。
英語が話せないので、日本人スタッフ（ハヤト&ケンさん）にとても助けて頂きました。
船酔いが心配でしたが、その日は風が強く、やはり酔ってしまったけど、とても親身になって対応して頂き感謝しています。
最後に頂いた、サンドイッチも美味しかったです。最高のツアーでした。
また、ハワイに来たら参加したいです。
ありがとうございました！！

We had Cousin Elaine and she went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and enjoyed our tour. She taught us a lot about the culture and history of the islands. She made the tour more personal by remembering our names and by calling us her ohana. This was one of the best tours I’ve been on, we got to stop and see a lot of the northern part of the island.

Awesome family time Very friendly tripulación very happy

The Royal Hawaiian Center is quite spacious, so I struggled to reach the fourth floor, but I managed to arrive a bit early. Since I had made a reservation in advance, I showed my passport at the counter for identification and completed the check-in. Communication in Japanese wasn't very smooth, but I was somehow guided to my seat at the buffet-style dining area. I received a welcome drink and was greeted with Hawaiian dance, allowing me to feel the atmosphere of Hawaii.

As it was buffet-style, participants were called in turn to serve food onto their plates and then return to their seats to eat. Being a buffet, I could choose as much of my favorite dishes as I wanted. The roast beef was cut by the chef from a large chunk of meat. All the dishes were delicious, but the pineapple served at the table was the best. To enjoy the tropical vibe, I ordered a Chi Chi drink. The dining time was set longer, allowing me to finish my meal comfortably.

When it was time for the show, the staff guided us to our seats, and the show began. The stage was spacious, and the lighting was professional. The venue was lively with performances by impersonators of Elvis and Michael, hula dancing by dancers, and ethnic performances involving fire. Elvis even came down to the audience during the show and shook hands with us, which made me laugh because he looked so much like the real Elvis. He brought laughter to the audience with his talk at various points. Although I didn't understand much English, the enjoyable time flew by, and it was a very satisfying show. This is not just a hula dance show; it incorporates advanced Hawaiian elements into the entertainment, so those participating should keep that in mind.

ロイヤルハワイアンセンターは広い為、4階にたどり着くのに苦労したが、何とか時間前に到着。事前予約していたので、カウンターで本人確認の為パスポートを見せて受付完了。日本語でのコミュニケーションは、あまり上手に伝わらなかったが、何とかバイキング形式の席に案内され着席。ウェルカムドリンクをもらう。ハワイアンダンスの歓迎を受け、ハワイの雰囲気を感じることができた。バイキング形式の為、参加者は順番に呼ばれて料理を皿に盛り、席に戻って食事。バイキングなので好きな料理を好きなだけチョイス。ローストビーフは大きな肉の塊からシェフが切ってくれた。どの料理も美味しかったが、テーブルに出されていたパイナップルが一番だった。南国気分を味わう為ドリンクはチチを注文。食事の時間は長めに設定されていて、余裕をもって完食。ショーの時間になると係の人が席に案内してくれてショーがスタート。ステージも広く照明も本格的。エルビス.マイケルらのそっくりさんによる歌、ダンサーによるフラダンス、火を使った民族的な出し物などで会場は大いに盛り上がった。エルビスはショーの途中、観客席まで降りて来て握手までしてくれた。よく似ているので、笑ってしまった。所々トークで会場に笑いをもたらしていた。（自分はあまり英語の理解ができなかったが）楽しいひと時はあっという間だったが、大満足のショーだった。フラダンス主体のショーではなく、先進的なハワイ要素を取り込んだエンターテイメントなので参加される方はお間違えなく。

In the early morning at Hanauma Bay, I never expected it to be this cold. I did go into the water once, but it was so cold that I gave up quickly. I was really shocked that there were hardly any fish around. When I visited in the past, it was in the afternoon, so it was warm and there were plenty of fish to enjoy! Is there no tour available in the afternoon? I felt that it has become increasingly difficult to enter Hanauma Bay lately. The driver was kind and stopped by Leonard's Kitchen for us on the way back.

早朝にハナウマ湾へ
まさかこんなに寒いとは思ってもみませんでした。
一回は海に入ったものの寒すぎてすぐにギブ。
魚もほとんど見当たらなくめちゃショック。
過去に訪れた時はお昼からだったので暖かかったのか魚もたくさんいて楽しめたのに！
お昼からのツアーは無いのでしょうか？
最近はますますハナウマ湾に入るのが難しくなってきてることを実感しました。
ドライバーの方は親切で帰りにカハラモールにあるレナーズキッチンカーに寄ってもらいました。

Five years ago, when I went to Waianae to snorkel, I didn't have fins, and it was difficult to return to the boat. However, this time I had fins, so I was able to enjoy seeing fish and sea turtles up close. Additionally, I was lucky enough to encounter dolphins!

The best part is that you can board from a hotel in Waikiki, which makes good use of your time. However, there is no Japanese guide, so it would be great if you could go with someone who understands English. I was with my daughter, which was helpful. I think it would be nice to have a sign with the same explanations even without a guide.

5年前に、ワイアナエまで行きシュノーケルしたときはフィンがなく
船まで戻るのが大変でしたが、こちらはフィンがあったので、とても楽しく魚やウミガメを近くでみることができました。
さらにラッキーなことにイルカにも遭遇しました！
何よりワイキキのホテルから乗船できるので時間が有効につかえますよ。
ただ、日本語ガイドさんはいないので英語がわかる人と行けるといいですね。娘と一緒だったので助かりましたが。
ガイドさんがいなくても、同じ内容の説明プラカードがあればいいのに、と思います。

Thanks to the support, even those who can't swim were able to enjoy snorkeling. Thank you very much.

サポートをしていただいたので、泳げない人でも
シュノーケリングを楽しむことができました。
ありがとうございました。

I felt very relieved to participate in the tour as Japanese was also understood. The sandbar was about knee-deep, but the scenery was beautiful and it was the best. It was a bit disappointing that it rained in the morning, making the water a little murky, but the sea was still beautiful. The hamburger we ate on the water was also very delicious.

日本語も通じて非常に安心してツアーに参加できました。
サンドバーでは膝ぐらいでしたが、景色も綺麗で最高でした。
当日朝が雨で少し水が濁っていて残念でしたが、綺麗な海でした
海上で食べるハンバーガーもとても美味しかったです

This trip to the sandbar was excellent. The company has the day very well planned for guests so that you don’t have to worry about anything other than relaxing.

Here are all the pros:
Pick up and drop off from Waikiki available
Lunch provided
Paddle board and kayak use included
Nice sun deck set up
Friendly staff
Great music for the trip to and from

Overall, excellent experience and I’m glad I didn’t miss it.

It was one of the things I wanted to do before I die, so I'm really happy to have achieved it. I have no resistance to jumping, so I didn't feel any fear at all. It was just beautiful! Amazing! It felt like shouting "Banzai!" I struggled with equalizing my ears, and they were making funny noises, haha. When I get the photos, I might cry from laughing because I look so bad.

I think everyone should experience this at least once!

死ぬまでにやりたいリストの１つだったので
達成できて嬉しいです
飛び降りるのに対して抵抗が全くないタイプなので
怖さもなにも感じませんでした
ただただ、綺麗！最高！バンザーイって感じでした！
私は耳抜きが下手すぎて耳がきゅいんきゅぃんなってました笑
写真付きにして、データきたらブスすぎて涙出るくらい爆笑できるよ

みんな一度は経験するべきだと思う！！