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I paid for the VIP package for a group of 6 people and everything went pretty smoothly from checking in to being seated at our table. Everything was pretty efficient from getting our meals to seeing the show. My only issue of concern was that I paid for the additional drink and we were not able to use them. We were told that there would be an opportunity to use them during the show but no one told us we had to get them before the show started because there would not be an intermission or an opportunity afterwards. The waiters need to clearly state that if you don't get your drink during your meal, you need to be sure to get it before heading into the show because you won't get the opportunity otherwise. The show was amazing from the MC, Elvis, to Michael Jackson! The dancers and band did a great job as well!

We participated as a pair this time, and since there were only the two of us, it felt like a private tour. A group that left a little earlier had about eight participants, so we were lucky! The instructions for handling the bikes were available in Japanese, but the guide spoke everything in English. However, the guide was kind, and since it was just the two of us, we were able to enjoy the tour at a relaxed pace! I don't fully understand all the movies, so the guide explained a lot about the origin of the name Kualoa, but I couldn't catch some parts... tears. The scenery is, of course, breathtaking and beyond imagination. However, be careful when riding on the sand as it can be slippery. I noticed a member of another team we passed had fallen and scraped their knee, but the guide had disinfectant on hand to treat them right away, so I think they were okay as long as it wasn't a serious injury.

今回2人で参加しましたが、私達2人しかいなかった為ほプライベートツアーに近い状態でした。
少し前に出発したグループは8人程度の参加者がいたのでラッキーでした！
バイク取扱に関する説明は日本語で見る事が出来ますがガイドさんはもちろん全て英語です。
しかしガイドさんが親切で私達2人だった事もあり、ゆっくりのんびりとツアーを楽しむ事が出来ました！当方映画が全て理解出来る訳ではないのでクアロアの名前の由来など凄くたくさん説明してくれましたが一部聞き取れず…涙
景色はもちろん、想像を超えた絶景です。
しかし、砂の上を走る際は滑りやすいので注意が必要です。途中すれ違った違うチームの方は転けてしまったのか膝が擦りむいてしまっていましたがガイドさんが持っている消毒液ですぐに手当してもらっていたので大きな怪我でなければ大丈夫かと思います。

Cute small sailboat! Not too windy the day we went but still good ride! They had friends on board so they stopped and let anyone swim! I was bummed I wasn’t prepared for that cause I love the water! People in charger were nice and friendly! Thank you!

I wanted to go to Kailua Beach, but I participated in a tour due to concerns about the time it would take to get there and the unfamiliar transportation. The pickup service to a nearby hotel was very helpful. The driver spoke in English, but I felt reassured as many of the other participants were Japanese. Additionally, there was a Japanese female staff member who provided explanations in Japanese beforehand, which was great! (I think it's important to note that she may not always be available.) The other staff members were locals, but they could speak some simple Japanese and told us about the fish and sea turtles, which was fun as they spoke to us in Kansai dialect. Even with the basic plan, there were three options: SUP, snorkeling, and boards, and rotating among them turned out to be just the right amount of time, so I was satisfied.

カイルアビーチに行きたかったのですが、移動に時間がかかってしまうことや慣れない交通機関が不安だったりことからツアーに参加しました。近くのホテルまで送迎がありとても助かりました。運転手は英語で話していましたが、他の参加者は日本人が多かったので安心しました。また、1人日本の女性スタッフがいて、事前に日本語で説明してくれたのが良かったです！（常にいるとは限らないと思うので注意が必要です）他のスタッフさんは現地の方々ばかりでしたが、簡単な日本語は話せて、魚や海亀がいると教えてくれたり、関西弁で話しかけてくれて楽しかったです。基本のプランでもsup.シュノーケリング.ボードと3種類あり、交代交代で使うと意外と時間も丁度良かったので、満足できました。

It was an incredibly fun and unique experience, like flying in the vast sky! From a height of 150 meters above the sea, I could see Diamond Head and the streets of Hawaii; it felt like a dream.

It was my first time parasailing, and I thought I would be sitting in a chair while flying. I didn't realize that you sit in a harness like on a zip line, which made my bottom feel a bit unstable and added to the thrill. It was a little scary, but the fun definitely outweighed it! It might be tough for those with a fear of heights...

Also, they took photos during the experience that you can purchase for $40. Instead of just one photo, they gave me the entire microSD card with 120 images! If you want, they can connect it to your iPhone on the spot to transfer the photos, but I couldn't do that since I have an iPhone 15 with a type-C port (;^ω^).

For your reference, here are some concerns I had before the experience and my actual experience:

- I was a bit worried that I might feel nauseous like I do on roller coasters, but I didn't feel that sensation at all.

- I had heard from various people that the boat ride to the parasailing spot makes you really seasick, but since I don't usually get motion sickness, I was completely fine. In fact, the boat rocked quite a bit, which I found enjoyable, and the wind felt great. I think it's a good idea for those who are prone to motion sickness to take some medication beforehand.

- The staff were locals, and they helped me put on the safety gear while explaining things in simple Japanese, like "lift your legs," so it went smoothly. You don't need to worry if you don't understand English.

Overall, it was a really enjoyable activity without any worries. I would love to do it again if I get the chance!

大空を飛んでいるような唯一無二の体験ができて最高に楽しかったです！
海上150ｍの高さからからダイヤモンドヘッドやハワイの街並みが見えて、夢のような時間でした。

パラセイリングは初めてだったのですが、椅子に座って飛行するものだと思っていたのでジップラインのようにベルト？に座って飛行することを知らず、おしりが不安定でなかなかスリルがありました。
少し怖かったけど、断然楽しさが勝ちます！高所恐怖症の方には辛いでしょうが…

また、体験中の写真を撮ってくれて40ドルで購入できるのですが、1枚だけではなくmicroSDごとくれて、120枚のデータが入っていました！
希望すればその場でケーブルに繋ぎiPhoneに転送もしてくれますが、私はiPhone15でtypeCなのでダメでした(;^ω^)


以下ご参考までに、体験前に不安だった事と実際の体験談です↓
・私はジェットコースターの胃が浮く感覚が苦手なので胃がふわっとしないか少し不安だったのですが、そういう感覚は全くありませんでした。

・色々な人から「パラセイリングに行くまでの船がめちゃくちゃ酔うよ！」と聞いていましたが、もともと乗り物酔いをしない体質という事もあり全く酔いませんでした。むしろ船がけっこう揺れるのが楽しくて、風が気持ち良かったです。
酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んでいった方が良いと思います。

・スタッフの方は現地の方ですが、救命道具の着用は「足あげて」等と簡単な日本語で説明しながら手伝ってくれるのでスムーズでした。英語がわからなくても心配いりません。

こんな感じで、不安もなく本当に楽しいアクティビティでした。
機会があればまたやってみたいです！

Since it was early in the morning, the weather was clear, and the water was beautiful, I was able to see various types of fish. Four years ago, I encountered sea turtles and seals in the same spot, but unfortunately, I didn't see them this time.

However, the couple who guided us were great; the husband spoke Japanese well and pointed out interesting fish, saying things like, "Look, there's ●●!" which made it really enjoyable. At one point, when some participants got tired, the wife went back to the shore with them, and when I got too caught up in taking photos and was left behind, they noticed and helped me catch up. Their consideration for everyone to have a good time was very much appreciated.

During the car ride to and from the location, they shared a lot of information, which was really fun.

I tried to take photos with my Google Pixel 7 Pro in a waterproof case, but about 80% of them turned out blurry, so I regretted not bringing my GoPro. However, the guide uploaded some photos to Facebook, which I was able to download for free! I felt grateful to have beautiful photos capturing the scenes I experienced.

朝イチだったこともあり、晴れていて海の中もきれいで色んな種類の魚に会えました。4年前には同じ場所でウミガメやアザラシにも会えたのですが、今回は会えずでしたが・・。
でも、ご夫婦でガイドをされていて、旦那さんも日本語が上手で、面白い魚がいると「●●がいるよー」と声をかけてくれてとっても楽しめました。途中で疲れた方は奥様と一緒に先に岸に戻って・・といったことや、撮影に夢中になってみんなに置いてかれている私を見つけて引っ張って行ってくれたりと、参加者みんなが楽しめるような気遣いもとっても感じました。
行き帰りの車の中でもいろんな情報を教えてくれて、とっても楽しかったです。

Google Pixel 7Proを防水スマホケースに入れて撮影を試みましたが、8割がたピンボケしていたのでやっぱりGoPro持っていけばよかったと思いました。ただ、ガイドさんが撮影した写真をいくつかFacebookに上げてくれているので、それをDLさせていただきました（無料です）！自分がみた光景をきれいな写真に残せている気分でありがたかったです。

I don't watch movies very often, so I didn't feel much excitement about "this is the filming location of that movie," but the scenery was beautiful, and it was fun and pleasant to drive at our own pace!

We were all geared up with goggles, helmets, and neck guards (for masks?), but a lot of sand got into little gaps and our ears, making us quite dirty, almost like our eyebrows were connected (laughs).

There were some places, especially on my face, where the dirt didn't come off even after washing with water or wiping with wet tissues, so if you have plans after the activity, I think it's better to go with some extra time to wash your face and redo your makeup. I knew my clothes would get dirty, so I brought a change of clothes and ended up throwing away what I was wearing (the dirt seemed like it could be washed out normally though).

Considering the downside of getting dirty, the enjoyment outweighed it, so I think everyone should try it at least once!

映画はあまり見ないので「ここがあの映画のロケ地なんだ」という感動はあまり感じられませんでしたが、景色もいいし、運転も自分たちである程度緩急つけられて楽しかったし気持ちよかったです！
ゴーグル・ヘルメット・マスクがわりのネックガード（？）すべて装着して乗っていましたが、ちょっとした隙間や耳の穴などに砂がたくさん入ってきてかなり汚れて眉毛がつながったみたいになりました(笑)
水で洗ったりウェットティッシュで拭いたりしても落ちないところ（特に顔）があったので、アクティビティの後も予定を入れている場合は、時間に余裕をもって行って、洗顔してメイクし直した方がいいなと思いました。
服が汚れるのはわかっていたので、着替えを持って行って、来ていた服は捨てました（ふつうに洗濯すれば落ちそうな汚れでしたが・・）。

汚れるデメリットを鑑みても楽しめた方が上回ったので、1回は体験してみてほしいなと思いました！

Our Movie Sites Tour driver was fun, knowledgeable and just a cool guy. The checkout lady at Auntie Pat’s Cafe was so friendly and funny. The whole day from pick-up to drop-off went so smoothly. We originally booked without transportation as we were going to rent a car but latter changed and added transportation. Kualoa staff are so professional. Highly recommend any tour there.

And great crew! Fantastic views. This sunset cruise will not disappoint!

There is a bit of a wait from when you are seated until you can go get your food. However, I didn't feel that the meal time was insufficient, so I don't think it's a big issue. The food was not only plentiful but also delicious, with flavors that are easy for Japanese people to enjoy. The roast beef, in particular, was excellent. The hula performances and lessons during the meal were also fun. And the show exceeded my expectations! The dancers were sharp, and before I knew it, we were at the finale. I'm glad I participated.

席についてから料理を取りに行けるまで、待ち時間がそれなりにあります。
でも、食事の時間が足りないとは感じなかったので、それほど問題ではないと思います。
食事は量はもちろん、味も日本人が食べやすい味で美味しかったです。特にローストビーフが美味しかったです。
食事中のフラ演技やフラレッスンも楽しかったです。
そしてショーは想像以上でした！！踊りは皆さんキレキレであっという間にフィナーレでした。
参加して良かったと思いました。

This time I was with my 3.5-year-old, and thanks to the flippers, they were able to swim smoothly! The kids said this trip was the most fun they've ever had, and it seems they really enjoyed jumping off the boat. The hamburger was hearty with a strong meat flavor, large, satisfying, and delicious—I was very pleased! The drinks were all-you-can-drink, and the kids loved the warm cocoa after coming out of the sea. The staff were all wonderful, and the beach volleyball and conversations were fantastic. Thank you so much!!!!

今回小学3.5年と一緒でしたが、足ビレがあるおかげでスイスイ泳げていました！子供達は今回の旅で一番楽しかったと言っていて、船からの飛び込みも楽しかったようです。ハンバーガーはミート感がしっかりあって、大きく食べ応えがあり美味しくて大満足です！！ドリンクも飲み放題で、子供たちは海から上がった後のあったかいココアがお気に入りでした。スタッフさん達も皆さん素敵な方ばかりでビーチバレーにトークもサイコーでした。本当にありがとうございました！！！！

Due to the seasonal factors, the water volume of the waterfall was low, which was a bit disappointing. When I visited before, the water was so forceful that it splashed, so it might be better to go during the rainy season. On the way back, as expected, I slipped and fell on the muddy path, but by the way, I am 68 years old. I was able to climb even at this age!

季節的な事もあり滝の水量が少なくちょっと残念でした。以前行った時は水飛沫がかかる位の勢いだったので雨季に行くと良いのかも、帰り道は案の定ぬかるみの道で滑って転んでしまいましたが、因みに私は68歳です。
この年でも登れましたよー

I experienced ziplining for the first time, and three enthusiastic staff members supported me. At first, I was scared because I have a fear of heights, but once I tried it, I had a lot of fun and felt a sense of exhilaration. I want to come back again! ♪

初めでジップラインを経験しました、３人のノリノリスタッフがサポートしてくれました。最初は高所恐怖症だったので怖かったですが、いざ体験すると楽しくて爽快感を体験することが出来ました。また来たいです♪

I arrived at the location an hour early, but I passed by because the gate was already open. I was late, but I was kindly allowed to join the next group. Thank you very much.

1時間早く着くように現地へ行ったけど、ゲートが開放されてたため通り過ぎてしまいました。時間に遅れたけど、親切に次の組みに入れて頂きました。ありがとうございました。

I participated in many tours in Hawaii, but the one I enjoyed the most was this tour. The crystal-clear surface of the ocean was breathtaking.

It was also a good decision to go during low tide as much as possible.

ハワイでたくさんツアーの参加しましたが、
一番参加してよかったのがこのツアー。
透き通る見事な海面は絶景でした。

なるべく干潮のときを狙って行ったのも正解でした。

I forgot to bring motion sickness medication, but the friendly staff provided some for me. The boat ride to the parasailing spot was quite bumpy, so it's better to bring motion sickness medication.

It was more thrilling than I expected and I had a great time.

酔い止めを持ってくるのを忘れたけど、親切なスタッフが渡してくれました。
パラセイリングの場所までの船が結構大きく揺れたので、酔い止めは持って行った方が良いです。

思ったよりも迫力あって楽しかったです。

Definitely had a great time and saw plenty of Sea Turtles. The whole experience is something that I will never forget. Definitely built a core memory with my daughter.

The staff were all kind and amazing. Although there was no shuttle service, it was a nice walk from Outrigger Waikiki. The 150m world was silent.

スタッフの方も皆さん親切で最高でした。送迎無しでしたがアウトリガーワイキキから歩いてちょうどいい散歩です。１５０mの世界は無音でした。

It was amazing to spend time with them in nature! I was so happy! I have experience with horses, but it was my foreign husband's first time, and he said he had a lot of fun. I want to go again!

自然の中で彼らと過ごせて最高に！幸せでした！
私は馬歴はありますが外国人旦那さんは初めての体験でしたが
とっても楽しかったそうです。また行きたいなー

I've been to Kualoa several times, but this time I participated in a beginner-level mountain biking event with friends! I was worried since I don't usually ride a bike, but it was only at the beginning that I felt unaccustomed. By the time we turned back, I was getting used to the speed and wanted to ride even more! The instructor was fantastic! They were very responsive and kind, even when there was a gear issue along the way. Surrounded by magnificent scenery, mountain biking became an incredibly fun memory! I definitely want to participate again! Next time, I want to challenge myself at the intermediate level!

クアロアへは何度か行ったことがありますが、今回は友人とマウンテンバイク初心レベルに初参加しました！
普段自転車も乗っていないので心配でしたが、乗り慣れずは…最初だけ。折り返しの道のりでは、スピードにも慣れてもっと乗りたい気分でした！
インストラクターの方もサービス満点！
ナイスロケーションでのショットや途中でギアが外れてしまうトラブルにも敏速に親切な対応^_^
壮大な素晴らしい景色に囲まれてマウンテンバイクは最高に楽しい思い出となりました！
また是非、参加したいです^_^
次回は中級レベルに挑戦したいなー(^｡^)

Highly recommend this tour! Awesome staff and best experience during our vacation in Oahu!

Last year, when I came to Hawaii, I rode a Segway for the first time and had so much fun, so this year I participated for the second time. A flashy van picked me up at the hotel, so I recognized it right away. When we arrived at the shop, we started with signing the consent forms and then put on helmets, and each person began practicing slowly. Since I rode last year, I was surprisingly able to get on easily. The Japanese-speaking instructor was very friendly and engaging. Participants wear headsets, so we can always hear the instructor, which is reassuring. We actually rode on the road, going from Ala Moana Beach Park around Magic Island and checking out the art in Kaka'ako! It was so much fun that I want to ride again! Finally, I gave a tip and was taken back to the hotel!

昨年ハワイに来た時に初めてセグウェイに乗って楽しかったので今年も2回目の参加となりました。ホテルに派手なバンで迎えに来てくれたので直ぐに分かりました。店に着いたらまず承諾書のサインなどから始まりヘルメットを着けて一人一人ゆっくり練習が始まります。昨年乗ったので意外とすんなり乗れました。日本語の上手な日系のインストラクターさんが楽しく話してくれます。参加者はインカムを付けているのでインストラクターの話は常に聞こえるので安心です。実際に道路を走ってアラモアナビーチパークからマジックアイランドを回ってカカアコのアートなどを回りました！
楽しいのでまた乗りたいです！
最後にチップを渡してホテルまで送ってもらいました！

we were provided with a good narrative as we visited the various iconic sights of the Hawaiin island. Enjoyed the sights and the tour director makes it most interesting.

I think there are several catamarans, but the 1.5-hour ride was just right. The reception was easy to find as it was located on the 1st floor of the Outrigger Reef Hotel. The staff maintained a good distance, which I appreciated. The boat also had a restroom. I was worried about seasickness, but it was a clear day with calm waves, so I didn't get splashed and enjoyed a pleasant breeze during the fun cruising. Although I didn't see any sea turtles or dolphins, I was very satisfied with the views of Honolulu and Diamond Head from the sea. I definitely recommend experiencing this at least once.

カタマランはいくつかあるかと思うのですが、乗船時間が1時間半なのが丁度良かったです。受付もアウトリガーリーフホテル1Fにお店が入っていて分かりやすかったです。スタッフの方も良い距離感で、有り難かったです。船にはお手洗いもありました。船酔いが心配でしたが、快晴で波も静かな日だったので、海水が掛かることもなく、気持ち良い風を感じて楽しいクルージングでした。ホヌやイルカは見れませんでしたが、海からのホノルルやダイヤモンドヘッドを見れて大満足です。是非一度体験して欲しいです。

This was my second time doing the sand bar. Amazing Time! Crew was great and the experience was better. There were so many activity options in a safe environment. The music was better than expected.

This was absolutely amazing and so much fun!!

Everything was okay, the server forgot to bring the welcome drink to us for more than 30 mins until we reminded him.

Really well organised activity with Kaimana Tours. Our driver Koa was excellent, providing lots of insights to the surroundings during our drive there. Pickup was on time, in a comfortable spacious van. We arrived and were first in line to get tickets which was simple and organised. The snorkeling gear was great, both sizing and quality for what we needed. I’d recommend going on the 6am pickup, as by the time we left at 11, it was getting really busy and there were not many places with shade. Kaimana offer umbrellas & chairs for hire too.

My friend and I enjoyed it so much ! It's 3 hrs fun! Book now and you won't regret it. It has free sandwich for lunch and juice but you can bring your own food too and your alcohol! Yay!

When traveling by boat, there were quite a few waves, and it was pretty rocky! Since there were only two groups, including us, the time spent being rocked by the boat was relatively short. However, I recommend taking motion sickness medication just in case there are more groups. (*^^*) At first, I thought it might be scary, but once I actually flew, there wasn't much sensation of floating, and it was so much fun! It was a precious and amazing time!

船で移動する時は、結構波もあってだいぶ揺れました！私達は、自分ら含めて2組だったので、あまり船に揺られる時間は短かったですが、何組かいる場合のことを想定して酔い止めを飲んでいくことおすすめします(*^^*)
初めは怖いかもと思っていましたが、いざ飛んでみるとそんなに浮遊感もなくとっても楽しかったです！貴重な最高の時間でした！