All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

We where a party of 8 adults. It was such a beautiful day from the time we got on the boat the staff where very welcoming and gave us a a run done of the do's and dont's. On the way out to the sandbar we where entertained by two very talented singers. We had donuts ,water and soft drink for morning tea. only took about 15 min to arrive at the sandbar.It was such a lovely morning you could do some canoeing, paddle boarding, Volley ball, snorkeling,or just chilling on the barge.
All up we had an awesome day and would highly recommend doing it.
we would all do it again the next time we are in Hawaii.Do yourself a favour and book it next time you go to Hawaii.

The food was delicious, and I felt that the tasty dishes were truly enjoyable. The chicken and pork had strong flavors, but I found them to be delicious! Since it was a buffet, I could take only what I wanted, which was just right. The desserts were especially tasty and featured Hawaiian-style cuisine. During the buffet, the dancers kept the atmosphere lively, which was fun. We moved to a hall in the same building for the show, where we enjoyed an authentic hula while reflecting on Hawaii's history. There were some songs in the impersonation show that I didn't quite understand, but each song was short, so I was able to enjoy it without getting bored. I experienced this with my husband on our honeymoon, and we both had a great time! However, since the seats are close together, it's necessary for everyone to take their own infection prevention measures. Also, the indoor areas in Hawaii are air-conditioned, so I recommend bringing something to wear over your clothes. I found a light cardigan to be just right! Thank you for the wonderful experience!

食事はおいしいものはおいしいと言った感じです
特にチキンや豚は味が濃いですが私はおいしかったです！
バイキングなので欲しいものだけ取ることができたので丁度よかったです
特にデザートが美味しく、ハワイらしい料理でした
バイキング中もダンサーさんが盛り上げてくれて楽しかったです
ショーは同じ館内のホールに移動してハワイの歴史を振り返りながら本格的なフラを見ました
モノマネショーはよく分からない曲もありましたがどの曲も短く飽きが来なかったので楽しく見ることができました
今回ハネムーンで夫と体験しましたが2人とも楽しめました！
ただ席が近いので感染対策は各自で行う必要があります
あとハワイの室内はエアコンがきいているので羽織るものを持参した方がオススメです
私は薄手のカーディガンが丁度よかったです！
楽しい体験をありがとうございました

Noni our tour guide made this experience even better! I have a young child and he engaged with him and made the day fun. Pearl Harbor was somber and something like I’ve never experienced. The USS Battleship Missouri was neat as well. Be sure to get some Dole whip at the snack stand before you leave!

I participated in the sunset tour on the Mai Tai Catamaran. Enjoying drinks while watching the sun gradually set over the ocean, with the waves and a pleasant breeze, it became the best memory. After the sunset, we were able to view the night scenery of Honolulu from the sea, enjoying various beautiful sights. It gets a bit chilly after the sun goes down, so I recommend bringing a jacket. I was very satisfied with the approximately two-hour tour.

マイタイ・カタマラン号のサンセットツアーに参加しました。
海の上からお酒を飲みながら、だんだん沈んでゆく太陽、波の上、風が心地よく、最高の思い出になりました。サンセットの後は、ホノルルの夜景を海側から眺めることができ、色々なけしきを堪能できます。
日が沈むと少し肌寒くなるので上着はあったほうが良いと思います。
約2時間のツアーに大満足です。

I participated in a tour with Captain Bruce. Half of the participants were Japanese, and there were both a Japanese guide and an English guide, providing thorough explanations without any difficulties. Although it was low tide and the water level was about waist-deep, unfortunately, we couldn't see the beach. However, the weather was nice, and during the final snorkeling session, we encountered a honu! It was a very satisfying tour.

キャプテンブルースさんのツアーに参加しました。
半分は日本の方々で、日本語ガイドさんと英語のガイドさんがおり特に不自由なく、丁寧な説明がありました。
干潮の時間帯ではありましたが、腰くらいの水位で残念ながら砂浜は見れませんでしたが、天気も良く、最後のシュノーケリングではホヌと遭遇!
とても満足できるツアーでした。

I participated in my honeymoon trip. The explanation for the order of going to the buffet was a bit unclear, but I was able to enjoy various Hawaiian dishes. The food was delicious. By the way, there were mostly international guests, and I was a bit anxious about the few Japanese participants, but a dancer with ties to Japan was very considerate.

We were seated in the second floor, but we were only about 10 meters away from the stage, so we had a great view. The show featured performances by Elvis and Michael Jackson, and the final fire show was incredibly impressive.

It turned out to be the best trip to Hawaii!

新婚旅行で参加しました。
ビュッフェを取りに行く順番の説明が少し分かりにくかったですが、色々なハワイ料理を楽しめました。料理は美味しかったです。ちなみに、ほぼ海外の方で日本人の参加は少なくて不安でしたが、日本にゆかりのあるダンサーが気遣いをしてくれました。
ショーは２階席でしたが、ステージから10メートルくらいしか離れておらず、とてもよく見えました。ショーにはプレスリーやマイケルジャクソンも出てきましたし、ファイナルのファイヤーショーは迫力満点でした。
最高のハワイ旅行になりました！

It became a great memory! However, the sandbar was mostly underwater, so that was a bit disappointing since it was just nature.

いい思い出になりました！
ただサンドバーがほとんど海だったので
そこだけが自然相手なので仕方ないですが
残念でした(꒦ິ⌑꒦ີ)

I've visited Hawaii more than ten times, and this time I finally made it to Kualoa Ranch. The buggy ride was fun, and I was helped out when I forgot my driver's license. However, since my main purpose was to see the Lost filming locations and Jurassic Park, I wonder if I made the wrong choice. Still, it was enjoyable, and I do recommend it. Just be prepared that all the guidance is in English.

ハワイは１０回以上の訪問ですが、
待望のクアロアランチです。
今回バギーは楽しいライドで、しかも免許証忘れ
急遽代行対応していただき助かりました。
が、目的がロスト撮影やジェラシックが目的であったため、
選択を間違えたかなと、反省しています。
でも、楽しかったですよ、お勧めではあります。
案内がすべて英語であることは覚悟のうえで。。

My wife and I are in Honolulu for our honeymoon and we cannot have picked a better Luau. The dinner and show is conveniently located in Waikiki, central to all the shopping and hotels. We were happily greeted by the staff right from checking in and the performers, hosts, servers were also very nice. They go above and beyond to make sure that every guest has a great experience. The buffet dinner had a lot of variety of foods that cater to everyone. After dinner, we headed into the theatre for the show. They took us through the history of Hawaii with music and dancing which was very entertaining. All the performers were truly talented. Especially the fire dancing! We would highly recommend this to our friends and families.

A fabulous experience from beginning to end! Our Captain Crystal was knowledgeable, fun, professional and made the excursion one of our biggest highlights of our vacation! Thank you Crystal!!!

We used this for our honeymoon!
Although we only speak Japanese, we were able to enjoy ourselves somehow.
The staff took fun photos for us, which became great memories! ⭐︎

新婚旅行で利用しました！
日本語しか話せないわたしたちでしたが、なんとか楽しむことができました。
写真を撮る時など、スタッフさんが楽しく撮影してくださり良い思い出になりました⭐︎

The day was very informative,friendly and all round a fantastic experience

My partner and I went on the ATV tour and had an amazing time!
The briefing and safety videos were quick and easy to understand.
Our tour guide - Kye, was so full of energy and told lots of jokes to keep the tour as entertaining as possible.
Kye really changed this experience from a 4star to a 5star experience!
The tour and driving itself was also amazing and the land and movie sets you see are stunning.
This tour is a must!!

My partner and I loved it! Such an amazing experience. We saw lots more sharks than expected - the staff were all friendly and made the whole experience as wonderful as possible.
We highly recommend!

Friendly, fun crew and music. Alchoholic beverages or guava juice served. Great view of the island and Diamond head. Sit in the front netting if you want to get wet. Definitely consider tying your hair up ladies because it was very windy out on the water.

This was my first time in Hawaii for my honeymoon, and I took my first Cessna flight. I wanted to experience flying, but for now, I just wanted to enjoy the views from the sky and take photos, so I opted for a sightseeing flight. Since my English isn't that great, I felt reassured that the reservation was made by a Japanese person, and the person who picked us up was also Japanese, which put me at ease. The pre-boarding lecture was conducted by a Japanese person as well.

The pilot was from Hawaii, but there wasn't much talking during the flight, so it wasn't a problem. Once we boarded the Cessna, we had quite a long wait on the runway. This seems to depend on timing. The views after taking off were amazing! Seeing Diamond Head come into view was truly moving! There were occasional bumps, but I didn't get motion sickness.

We circled around the right half of Oahu, and it ended in no time. I was quite happy with the afternoon tea that followed. The shop had a lot of hospitality! I plan to use their services again when I want to fly in a Cessna in Hawaii.

ハネムーンで初ハワイの初セスナ。
操縦体験もしてみたかったですが、ひとまずじっくり空からの景色を楽しんで写真も取りたかったので遊覧にしました。
英語もそこまで得意でないのでまず予約が日本人で安心し、送迎の方も日本人で一安心、搭乗前のレクチャーも日本人の方でした。
パイロットの方はハワイの方でしたが遊覧中しゃべることもそんなにないので問題なかったです。

セスナに乗り込んでから滑走路での待機がかなり長かったです。このへんはタイミングによりそう。
いざ飛び立ってからの景色は素晴らしいものでした！最初の方に見えてくるダイヤモンドヘッドはやはり感動でした！
たまに揺れたりしますが酔ったりはしなかったです。
オアフ島を右半分一周してあっという間に終わり。
終わってからのアフタヌーンティー的なやつが結構嬉しかったです。
とてもホスピタリティあふれるショップさんでした！
またハワイでセスナ乗りたいときはお世話になるつもりです。

Popular activities. Due to the weak yen (it was 150 yen to the dollar at the time!), I hesitated to book a rather expensive tour, but before I knew it, it was already fully booked. The feeling of high prices due to the weak yen only affects Japanese people; it doesn't matter to those from the mainland U.S.

The only available option was a morning tour at 8:30 that required going to the location on my own (with booking starting at 7:30). Since there was no point in hesitating, I made the reservation. I made my way to the location by myself. The tour itself takes about two hours to explore the canyon and other areas. The grandeur of the natural beauty is truly fulfilling. When we went, instead of a mask, we received a neck gaiter (more for preventing dust from getting into our mouths than for COVID-19 measures). It was stylish, printed with dinosaur designs. My son, who sat in the front seat (fifth grade), seemed to have a lot of fun and was in a state of excitement the whole time. This tour does not stop at movie filming locations, so if your goal is to visit filming sites, I think it would be better to sign up for a different tour.

人気のアクティビティティ。円安（行った当時は1ドル150円！）だったので、
かなり割高なツアーになってしまうので予約をためらっていたところ、あれよあれよと既に予約でいっぱい。円安で割高感あるのは日本人だけで、アメリカ本土の人とかは関係ないですしね、、、
で、空きがあったのが個人で現地まで行く朝一の8:30のツアーのみ。（予約受付時間は7時30分）。迷っていても仕方ないので予約をする。自力で現地まで行きましたよ。ツアー自体は、渓谷等を2時間かけて回るもの。壮大な自然美に心も満たされます。私たちが行った時は、マスクのプレゼントではなく、ネックゲイターでした（コロナ対策というより、埃が口に入ってくるのを防ぐ用）。恐竜の絵がプリントされたものでオシャレです。助手席に乗っていた息子（小５）は、かなり楽しかったようで、ずっと興奮状態でした。こちらのツアーは映画の撮影箇所には寄らないので、「映画の撮影地をめぐる」のが目的の方は、そちらの別のツアーを申し込んだ方が良いかとは思います。

It was a full moon and low tide, which should have been about 1 ft, but when I got there, the water level was up to an adult's waist. It turns out that achieving a perfect low tide with white sand is quite miraculous.

The ocean in Hawaii in November was colder than I expected, and Japanese tourists quickly got back on the boat. It seemed like Westerners stayed in the water a bit longer since they tend to have lower body temperatures.

When we arrived, it was gloomy due to the rain, but about 20 minutes after reaching the heavenly sea, the sun came out. You really can't know what Hawaii's ocean is like until you experience it.

There is a staff member who speaks Japanese, so it's okay if you don't understand English. As others have mentioned, on the way back, they stop by the famous malasada food truck "Leonard's." While there's a long line at the store on the Waikiki side, you don't have to wait here, which is great!

満月で干潮、１ｆｔのはずだったけれど、現地に行ってみたら大人の腰の高さの水位。
やはり、白砂の上がる完璧な干潮は、かなり奇跡に近いことが分かる。
11月のハワイの海は思ったより寒く、日本人観光客は早々にボートに上がってきました。欧米人は体温が低いので、わりと長く海に入っていたように思います。
現地に着いた時は、雨でどよーんとしていたが、天国の海に着いて20分程したら晴れ間が。ハワイの海は行ってみたいと分からないものです。
クルースタッフには、日本語を話すお姉さんがいるので、英語が分からなくても大丈夫。他の人も書いていましたが、帰りにマラサダの名店「レナーズ」のフードトラックに寄ってくれます。ワイキキ側の店舗では買うのに行列ですが、ここは並ばなくて良いので◎。

We saw dolphins and whales. The crew was fun and easygoing.

I was able to enjoy a two-hour horseback ride while taking in the vast and stunning scenery. The horses were well-trained and moved almost on their own. Rather than focusing on riding, it felt more like sitting on a horse and admiring the views. The guide's explanations were in English, so I didn't understand everything, but the landscapes reminded me of movie scenes, and I couldn't help but exclaim "Wow!" It was a horseback riding-only course, so I had plenty of time to shop and eat during the transfer, which was nice and relaxing. The souvenirs were also cheaper and more interesting than those in Waikiki, which was another plus. I even got to talk with Brian, who appeared in the Hawaii Tourism Authority's introduction to Kualoa Ranch, which made the experience even better.

なんといってもスケールの大きな風景を見ながら、たっぷり2時間乗馬できました。馬もよく調教されていて、ほぼ何もしなくても動いてくれます。その分、乗馬を楽しむというよりも、馬に乗って景色を眺めるという感じ。ガイド説明は英語なので、よくわかりませんでしたが、映画の風景がよみがえり「おー！」と思わず声が出てしまいます。乗馬だけのコースだったので、送迎時間の間に買物、食事もできてゆったりできてよかったです。土産物もワイキキよりも安くて面白いものがあって、こりゃまたよかったです。ハワイ州観光局でクアロア牧場の紹介に出演していたBrianさんともお話しできて、さらによかったです。

First trip to the islands and the Kualoa Ranch was our favorite spot. We suggest the ATV Tour. Our guides were fun and the views were breath taking.

I was waiting near the lobby of the designated hotel for the morning gathering, but it seems I was at the wrong location (it was actually next to the lobby, in the parking space on Kaiulani Avenue), so I kept everyone waiting a bit.

On the way to Sandbar, the driver introduced various shops visible from the car window. It seems that malasadas were recommended, and we were able to stop by Leonard's food truck on the way back to purchase some.

Upon arrival, a representative from Captain Bruce's provided a thorough explanation, and there was someone who spoke Japanese as well.

We moved to the boat, and while we were required to take off our shoes, we were allowed to keep our reef shoes on.

The boat had snacks, juice, and warm drinks available, and everyone was free to eat and drink as they pleased.

Everyone started snorkeling at the same time. Since there were many people, those at the front were kicked or bumped into. There is a designated swimming area, but I recommend keeping a good distance from others within that area. The sea was very beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles several times!

After swimming for a while, I accidentally swallowed a lot of seawater and started to feel a bit unwell. A woman from Captain Bruce's came over to check on me, and I was able to rest on a float, which was a great help. When we returned to the boat, it was really cold. I think it would be good to have a jacket that can get wet and a few larger towels. There are warm drinks available, but you'll want to go to the restroom... By the way, there is one shared restroom on the boat. I didn't use it myself (laughs).

After that, I lightly experienced stand-up paddleboarding, but towards the end, it was so cold that I was huddled on the boat (laughs).

The sea was very beautiful, and snorkeling was fun. The only disappointment was that we couldn't walk on the beach due to high tide.

朝集合の際、指定ホテルのロビー近くで待っていましたが、場所が違ったようで(実際はロビー横、カイウラニアベニューの駐車スペース)少し待たせてしまいました。
サンドバーへ向かう途中、運転手の方が車窓から見える色んなお店を紹介してくれました。マラサダがオススメのようで帰りにレナーズのワゴン車(キッチンカー？)に寄ってくれて購入できました。

到着するとキャプテンブルースの方が一通りの説明をしてくれて、日本語を話せる方もいました。
船に移動し、靴は脱ぐことになっていましたがリーフシューズは履いたままでOKでした。

船にはお菓子やジュース、温かい飲み物が置いてあり、みんな自由に食べたり飲んだりしていました。

シュノーケルから全員スタート。
一斉にスタートしたので人数が多く、始めの方は前の人に蹴られたりひました。泳げるエリアが決まっていますが、その中でもうまく距離を取ることをおすすめします。笑
海がとても綺麗で何度かウミガメを見ることもできました！
しばらく泳いだ後、たくさん海水を飲んでしまい少し気分が悪くなってしまったときに、キャプテンブルースの女性が声をかけてくれ、浮き輪に乗せてもらい休憩することごでき助かりました。
その後船に戻るととにかく寒かったです。持ち物にある濡れてもいい上着、あと大き目のタオルは何枚かあると良いと思いました。温かい飲み物もありますがトイレに行きたくなってしまうので…。
ちなみに船には共有トイレが1つあります。自分は使用しませんでした(笑

その後軽くサップも体験しましたが、最後の方は寒くてずっと船でうずくまっていました(笑)

海はとても綺麗でした。シュノーケルも楽しかったです。
残念だったのは満潮で砂浜を歩けなかったことくらいです。

Fantastic & very friendly crew. Bottomless Mai Tais. Everything I expected & more. A must do when in Waikiki.

I was a bit anxious because there were mostly foreign participants and few Japanese attendees, but it was great that the luau buffet menu had Japanese descriptions. I was able to enjoy various Hawaiian dishes. A welcome drink was included, but any additional orders would incur extra charges. The roast beef and pork dishes were carved right in front of us. There were also desserts. Even from the second-floor seating, the show was very visible, but since both the show and buffet prioritize VIPs, I thought it might be worth paying for that. During the show, the Japanese attendees were wearing masks. The impersonations, hula, and fire dance were incredibly powerful and exciting, and I was glad to participate and feel the essence of Hawaii.

ほぼ海外の方で日本人の参加は少なくて不安でしたが、ルアウビュッフェメニューは日本語表記があったためよかったです。色々なハワイ料理を楽しめました。ウェルカムドリンクも1杯ついていて、それ以降注文する場合は別途お金がかかります。ローストビーフと豚料理は目の前で切り分けてくれました。デザートもあります。二階席でもショーはとてもよく見えましたが、ショーもビュッフェもVIP優先の順番になるため課金してもいいかなと思いました。ショー中は日本人の方はマスクをしていました。ものまねやフラ、ファイヤーダンスなどすごい迫力と盛り上がりで、参加してハワイを感じられてよかったです。

My kid absolutely enjoyed the ride. Place is scenic and guides are patient and courteous. Overall it is a nice experience.

My partner & I went on my birthday and it will always be a day to remember. The crew and staff were brilliant. The music was beautiful and the views just take your breath away. I highly recommend the banana boat and biscuit water rides.

We definitely recommend the doors off Royal Crown of Oahu helicopter tour. It was a windy morning but our pilot (Karsen) was awesome. He pointed out many landmarks along the way and provided a bit of background on each.

My first buggy experience! It was so much fun to race through the magnificent scenery! I was very satisfied with the ample experience time! The staff were also entertaining and kind. The shops and dining areas are compact, so I think you can enjoy a leisurely time in just an hour.

初めてのバギー！壮大な景色の中をバギーで駆け抜ける体験が出来てすごく楽しかったです！
体験時間もたっぷりあって満足でした！
スタッフの方も面白くて親切でした。
お店や食べるところはコンパクトなので、1時間もあればゆっくり過ごせると思いました。

It was a wonderful day that we felt sorry when we were back to our hotels. Our guide was amazing. He was wonderful storyteller. We enjoyed every moment. We saw breathtaking views, ate the tastiest shrimps ever. We also enjoyed the best Dole Whip from plantation center.

The whole thing was wonderful. They were very well organized. Time was perfect. The place & the hiking trail was smooth & everybody was behaving as a family member or friend so I didn’t feel alone at all. The team was very cooperative & friendly & kind.