All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

The fact that I booked to just experience the sand bar is my small disclaimer, But the boat ride out to the sandbar including the friendly staff breakfast snacks and juice along with the live band / music and all the SUP, Kayaking Snorkeling and Lounging we could do is what made this an experience of a lifetime for me and my son! They provided all the above for a great rate plus you can add on other activities like the bumper boat ride etc. I highly recommend Veltra tours! You won't be disappointed!! Mahalo

It was so much fun!! The sky felt close, I could see the mountains, and right below was the ocean. Participating with my friends made it an unforgettable memory.

とっても楽しかったです！！空が近く、山も見えて、真下は海で、友達と参加できたことが、忘れられない思い出になりました。

The cheerful driver provides sightseeing explanations in English at key points. If you want to see the city, take the Red Line. For local dining, use the Green Line, and for views of Diamond Head's crater and the East Coast, take the Blue Line. It's a bit pricey, but it's an efficient way to tour, and it's safe, so I'm glad I took it every day. I definitely got my money's worth! By the way, during the first week of my stay, I used the trolley, and in the second week, I used the local bus. The trolley is a relaxed way to travel and is definitely fun!

陽気なドライバーさんが要所要所で英語で観光説明してくれます。街を見るならレッドライン。ローカルダイニングに行くならグリーンライン、ダイアモンドヘッドのクレーターや東海岸の景色
ならブルーライン。少しお値段は高いけど、効率良く観光できて、治安も安全なので、毎日これに乗って良かった。しっかりと元を取れましたよ！
ちなみに、滞在1週間目はトローリー、2週間目は地元のthe busを利用しました。トローリーは、気楽に旅できて、断然、楽しいです♪

I was picked up on schedule. The meeting point was the hotel name, but when I read the voucher carefully, it turned out to be the trolley stop facing the street. The horseback riding was enjoyable as we walked along the coast. My stay in Haleiwa was just under an hour, which was perfect for me. I also enjoyed the recommended garlic shrimp, which was delicious.

スケジュール通りに送迎してもらいました。待ち合わせ場所がホテル名でしたが、バウチャーをよく読んだら実際は通りに面したトロリー乗り場でした。乗馬は海沿いを歩いて楽しく過ごしました。ハレイワでの滞在時間は1時間弱でしたが私にはちょうどよかったです。オススメのガーリックシュリンプも美味しくいただけました。

Although my husband and I couldn't speak any English, we decided to participate!

We took a shared bus to Kualoa Ranch. Inside the bus, it was quite cold, typical for Hawaii, and it was tough without a long-sleeve shirt. The person sitting next to us, who was from overseas, was wearing a beach towel over their head.

At Kualoa Ranch, there was one person who understood Japanese, and they explained the meeting place, time, attraction check-in locations, and facilities within Kualoa Ranch (like restrooms and restaurants). Please note that the Japanese-speaking staff were only available during this explanation and at the time of gathering for the return bus.

First, we checked in for the attractions. The staff at the check-in spoke only English. We went to the four-wheeler check-in area and submitted the Veltra application form and driver's license (for the person who would be driving). Both my husband and I wanted to drive.

After successfully checking in, we received helmets, goggles, and masks (like neck warmers), and then we watched a Japanese video about how to operate the buggy before departing. By the way, we were the only Japanese participants in this attraction. During the ride, I believe the staff explained the historical points and filming locations in Hawaii while we got out of the buggy at scenic spots, but it was all in English, so I couldn't understand anything. However, the staff were attentive, taking photos for us, and driving the four-wheeler through the stunning scenery and roads that are not found in Japan was incredibly refreshing!

There was a timing for switching drivers, and even though I am a paper driver who never drives in Japan, I managed to drive somehow. One thing to note is that we raced through a lot of dust, so we ended up covered in sand. Even though I was wearing a mask, my nostrils and ears were filled with sand.

Lastly, I was worried about the tipping situation. There were three staff members accompanying us, and I was nervous about whether we had to give each one a tip, but there was a place to leave tips when returning the goggles and helmets. My husband and I put in $40 together. I couldn't see how much others were tipping, but there were both dollar bills and coins in the tip box. By the way, we did not give tips to the drivers or the person who initially explained things in Japanese, nor did others.

At first, I was filled with anxiety about not being able to speak English, but it turned out to be an exciting experience that we can't have in Japan!

英語が全く出来ない私達夫婦でしたが思いきって参加しました！

乗り合いのバスでクアロア牧場に向かいました。
バスの中はハワイあるあるなのか、エアコンがガンガンすぎて長袖がないと辛いです。
隣に座っていた海外の方は持参したバスタオルをかぶっていました。

クアロア牧場施設内には、日本語が分かる方が一名いて、集合場所や時間、アトラクションの受付場所、クアロア牧場内の施設等(トイレやレストラン)を説明してくれました。
※日本語が話せる方は、この時の説明と、帰りのバスの集合時にしかいませんでした。

まず初めにアトラクションの受付をします。
※対応してくれる方は英語のみ
四輪バギー受付場所まで行き、ベルトラの申込書と運転免許証(運転をする人は)を提出しました。
私達夫婦は二人とも運転希望です。

受付が無事に終わり、ヘルメットとゴーグル、マスク(ネックウォーマーのような)を受け取り、
その後、バギーの操作に関して、日本語のビデオを確認し出発しました。
ちなみに、このアトラクションに参加していた日本人は私達夫婦のみでした。
走行中、絶景ポイントなどバギーから降りて、ハワイの歴史や、映画の撮影場所などをスタッフが説明をしてくれていたと思うのですが、英語のみでまったく分かりませんでした。
ですが、スタッフの方は気にかけて下さり、写真を撮ってくれたり、素晴らしい景色と日本ではない道を四輪バギーで走るのはとても爽快でした！

運転は途中で交代するタイミングがあり、
日本では全く運転しないペーパードライバーの私でも何とか運転できました。
注意点としましては、とにかく砂ぼこりの中を爆走するので、全身砂だらけになります。
マスクをしていたはずなのに鼻の穴も耳の中まで砂で真っ黒でした。

最後に心配していたチップの件ですが
同行してくれたスタッフが三人いたので、１人１人に渡さないといけないのか、ドキドキしていたのですが、ゴーグルやヘルメットを返す場所にチップを入れる場所があり、私達夫婦は二人で40ドル入れました。
他の方がどれくらい入れてるのかは確認できなかったのですが、チップケースの中にはもドル札だったりコインも入っていました。
ちなみに、その他ドライバーや初めに日本語で説明してくれた方には渡していません。他の方も。

初めは英語が話せないという不安でいっぱいでしたが、日本では出来ない、刺激的な経験となりました！

I used this experience for my honeymoon. I have a fear of heights, but since my husband enjoys this kind of thing, I looked at other people's reviews and decided to try it at 150 meters.

There were two American couples and two Japanese couples participating. The boat had one driver and one staff member. As soon as we got on the boat, we placed our bags and shoes under the seats. I kept my smartphone on a strap around my neck.

After we set off, the staff started talking, but everything was in English, so honestly, since we’re not very good at English, we were a bit confused and just followed along as they helped us put on our safety belts and life jackets. We swayed for a few minutes. I intended to take motion sickness medicine, but I forgot that day and desperately stared at the distant scenery.

We were the last group, so we first watched the others jump. They quickly became small, and as someone with a fear of heights, I felt a bit of regret. While the other groups were experiencing it, the boat was moving at quite a speed when suddenly the staff shouted, "Whale!" Looking over, we saw the spout and tail of a whale near where the boats had gathered! I was so lucky to be able to do whale watching for free; it was amazing!

Then it was our turn, and since we had to go, we ascended. I thought it might be scary to float up, but it was okay. We slowly rose up. Since we were over the sea, the boat gradually became smaller. It was somewhat scary, but the breathtaking view made up for it. I thought it might be scarier, but it was more manageable than I expected. My husband was next to me taking lots of pictures.

Up in the sky, it was very quiet, just our little world. The floating time was about five minutes. Just when I was starting to get used to it, I realized we were going down. The descent was also slow, so it wasn’t scary. When we landed, my backside got a little wet.

This is such a rare experience with an incredible view, and even with my fear of heights, I highly recommend it!!!

ハネムーンで利用しました。私は高所恐怖症なのですが、旦那がこういうの好きなので、他の方の口コミもみて、150mで体験しました。
同じような方の参考になればと書かせていただきます。

アメリカ人2組、日本人2組の参加でした。
ボートには運転手1人とスタッフ1人。
まずボートに乗ってすぐ荷物や靴は座席の下にいれます。スマホはストラップで首にかけた状態でいました。
出発してスタッフが話されますが全て英語なので正直英語が得意でない私たちは？？？という感じでなされるままに安全ベルト？とライフジャケットを装着。
そのまま揺られること数分。酔い止めを飲むつもりですが当日忘れてしまい、必死に遠くの景色眺めてました。
私たちは最後の組でまず他の人が飛ぶのを見守りました。一気に小さくなって人影に高所恐怖症の私は少し後悔笑
他の組が体験している間、ボートはかなりのスピードで走っていますが、急にスタッフが「ホエール！」と。みると船が集まってた近くに鯨の潮と尾鰭がみえました！
まさかタダでホエールウォッチングできるとは、とても幸運で最高でした！

そして自分たちの番、行くしかないのでいざ、浮上。
浮く時怖いかなと思いましたが大丈夫でした。ゆっくりゆっくり浮上していきます。海の上なのでボートがだんだん小さくなって行く感覚。
多少は怖かったです笑。手は絶対離さなかったです。ただそれを上回る絶景が広がってました。
もう少し怖いかと思いましたが、予想よりかはいけました。旦那は隣でパシャパシャ写真撮ってました。。。
空の上はとても静かで２人の世界です。
浮いている時間は大体５分くらい。ようやく慣れようとする頃に気づいたら下がっていってます。下がる時もゆっくりなので怖くありません。着水するときお尻まで少し濡れました。
こんな滅多にない絶景での体験、高所恐怖症ではありますが、とってもおすすめです！！！

The staff were all incredibly cheerful and kind, making my time there very enjoyable. I wasn't expecting much from the lunch hamburger, but it was surprisingly delicious. There was plenty of free time, and I thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling, and I was able to see turtles as well. I'm glad I signed up for the tour! Although rain was forecasted, we miraculously had sunny then cloudy weather, and it wasn't particularly cold, so I had a great day. I would love to sign up for the sandbar tour again.

とにかくスタッフの方達、全員すごく楽しげな親切な人達ばかりでとても楽しく過ごせました。ランチのハンバーガーもそれほど期待していなかったのですが、すっごく美味しくて驚きました。自由時間も十分にありますし、シュノーケリングも十分に楽しめますし、亀もしっかり見れましたし、ツアー申し込んで良かったです！雨の予報でしたが、奇跡的に晴れのち曇りという天気で特に寒い事もなく1日過ごせました。またサンドバーのツアー申し込みたいぐらいです。

I wasn't able to get a photo taken. I was told something in English, but I couldn't understand it. It felt a bit unkind! It's very disappointing that I don't have any memories from this experience.

写真を撮って貰えなかった。何か英語で言われたけど理解出来てい無かった。でも少し不親切だった！、
折角の思い出が無い、非常に残念だった

We had an amazing time! 10/10 would recommend!! Defiantly a must when visiting Oahu. Mahalo to the crew and musicians!

Highly recommend!! The crew and pilot were very knowledgeable. Outstanding service start to finish. Very enjoyable.

It was an affordable price, but with beautiful scenery and lovely boats, I was satisfied because I saw whales twice. Even when I got motion sickness, they responded quickly.

お手頃な値段だけど、綺麗な景色、綺麗なボートで、クジラが2回も見れたので、満足です。乗り物酔いになってしまった時も、素早い対応をしていただきました。

It was so amazing and beautiful. I can’t wait to go back and try a different adventure.

I booked this sunset cruise because it was smaller and I'm glad I did. The cruise was fantastic. Beautiful views. Inches from the water and fun captain. Learned about several visible structures and some catamaran history. Highly recommend this cruise. Six stars for this crew and the ship.

I participated with my middle school daughter and my sixth-grade son. My daughter was scared and only joined us on the boat, but she was encouraged to fly if she felt like it, and it seems she had a great time on the boat. The guide took many photos with my daughter's smartphone, so it was fine not to purchase any.

Since there were only three groups, we quickly got our turn. Before we knew it, we were up in the sky, enjoying the blue ocean and the wonderful scenery! You can store your belongings under the seats, and the access is great, allowing you to make the most of your time there, so I highly recommend it.

中学生の娘、小学六年生の息子と参加しました。
娘は怖くて船上だけの付き添い参加でしたが、気分が変わったら飛んでいいよと沢山話しかけて貰い、船上で楽しい時間を過ごしたようです。
写真は娘のスマホでガイドさんが沢山撮ってくださり、購入しなくても大丈夫でした。

3組だけだったので、すぐに順番が。
あっという間に空に上がり、青い海と素晴らしい景色を楽しむ事が出来ました！
荷物は椅子の下に置けますし、何よりアクセスが良くて現地時間を有効に使う事ができるのでおすすめです。

Felt very personalized, the vehicle was a smaller van and not a large bus

this was my first time ziplining at Kualoa Ranch, and it was awesome! so many lines with different speeds and sites, and the ranch is always so beautiful to spend a day

Early, however really great. it is timed to just be aware when your going up.

Malasadas are an awesome end!

Been to PH a few years ago, and this tour was a good tour to get what you want to really see Arizona and Missouri

Great farm, and really well cared for horses. The farm as well is maintained with other farm animals.

Great place to emerge into the Polynesian cultures and learn about each island culture and language. Definitely a fun and family friendly place to be at.

This experience was awesome, and I feel lucky my guide recommended this company! Doors Off made the island feel so unreal

The Utvs go throughout the ranch and you see so many amazing sites, animals on the ranch, views of the ocean

The Arizona was an amazing experience. The rest of the day was great however we wished for a bit more time of the ground, besides that great tours

Great ride, they staff seemed knowledge in safety during the ride, beautiful views form above too

The workers and staff were amazing on stage and equally amazing hosts during dinner service. The food was ok but regardless the luau itself and dancers were fabulous.

Lots of fish and really clear waters, they assist and have floatys in case!

The guys were friendly and very accommodating to anything we needed. Knowledge in culture as well….just a great time all the way around

It was my first time surfing, but the instructor was skilled, and I was able to succeed right away. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese, including Yamazaki, which was very helpful. Hula, hula.

初めのサーフィンでしたが、インストラクターの肩が上手で、すぐに成功することができました。ヤマザキをはじめとして日本語が話せるスタッフもいて、とても助かりました。ふらんすあ、ふらんすあ。

I booked this activity in the middle of my 3-night, 5-day trip.

To put it simply, I’m glad I experienced it!

Reasons include:
- The staff were entertaining.
- The speed of the boat to the parasailing point and during the parasailing was incredible!
- I was surprised by the flow of getting lifted into the air from the boat!
- While parasailing, I was a bit scared of the height, but the view was breathtaking.

If you're interested, I definitely recommend giving it a try!

3泊5日の中日にこのアクティビティを予約。

簡潔に感想言うと体験して良かった！

理由として
・スタッフさんが面白い
・パラセイリングのポイントまでとパラセイリング中のボートのスピード感半端ない！
・ボートから宙に浮くまでの流れにビックリ！
・パラセイリング中はあまりの高所にビビりながらも絶景に感動

とにかく気になったら体験してみては？

We encountered dolphins right after setting sail, but when I jumped into the water, they had already swum away, which was a bit disappointing. However, a second opportunity came quickly, and when I jumped in again, I was able to see the dolphins up close and felt like I was swimming with them! During the snorkeling afterward, I encountered sea turtles multiple times and was able to fully enjoy the underwater world of Hawaii.

出航してすぐにイルカに出会う事ができ、海に飛び込むと、もうイルカが遠くにいってしまっていて、少し残念に思いました。しかし、すぐに2度目が来て、急いで飛び込むと、今度はイルカを間近で見る事ができ、一緒に泳いでいる感覚でした！その後のシュノーケルでは、海亀に何度も出会い、ハワイの海の世界を満喫する事ができました。