All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

Such a convenient location for anyone that is staying in Waikiki! The food was amazing and they had a nice variety to choose from. I have been to a couple different ones so far and this one ranks high on my list for the food! The entertainment was great and I loved the fire knife dancers, they put on a great show.  The MC made sure to keep everyone involved throughout the show and overall we had a great time. I would highly recommend, especially for anyone that is staying in Waikiki that doesn't want to drive too far out to attend a Luau.  

I participated with five friends. Perhaps because it wasn't the best season, there wasn't the sandy beach I expected, and the seawater was up to my knees, which was quite cold. About half of the people were wearing wetsuits. You can choose to do stand-up paddleboarding or snorkeling, and I participated in snorkeling, so I was glad I got to see a sea turtle! We had meals on the boat, and everything was delicious.

友達5人で参加させて頂きました。ベストシーズンでは無かったためか、思っていた砂浜はなく、海水が膝ぐらいまであり、かなり寒かったです。ウェットスーツを着ている方が半数ほどいらっしゃいました。サップをしたり、シュノーケルをしたり選べるのですが、シュノーケルに参加しウミガメを見ることが出来たので良かったです！
船上でご飯を食べたのですが、どれも美味しくいただきました。

We participated as a couple on our honeymoon, but perhaps we underestimated the boat, as both of us got seasick and were down for the count... Additionally, it was raining and cold. During the parasailing, we didn't have the luxury to enjoy the scenery, and it was quite tough... I did bring my phone with a waterproof cover and was able to take some pictures. It seemed that those who took motion sickness medication had no issues, so I recommend taking it.

ハネムーンで旦那と2人で参加しましたが、船をなめていたのか、2人とも船酔いでダウンしました...。さらに雨も降っていて寒かったです。パラセイリングの最中は景色を楽しむ余裕もなく、かなり辛かったです...。携帯は防水カバーをつけて持っていき写真は取ることができました。
酔い止めを飲んでいる方は特に問題は無かったようなので、酔い止めを飲むことをおすすめします。

It was great! Got to see 8 sea turtles and a lot of fish. After snorkeling, they did a couple of laps around which was really relaxing and even got to see a whale (although I´m sure it might not be that common to see a whale).

The only down side was that it´s in Waikiki so there were several other tours in the same area so it was a bit crowded.

I was excited to go on this event. My excitement was well rewarded. On the way out we got a bonus of seeing a whole group of humpback whales breaching high in the air!!! At this point I felt my money was already a good investment!
The sharks did not disappoint either!! At least 20 of them circled our boat and cage while we got great views! Captain Caleo is a super guy and excellent at steering this tour perfectly
I would recommend this tour to all my friends!
Oh and we saw dolphins on the way back!!

We set sail in favorable winds, almost calm conditions, with a group of 10 people divided into 4 parties. It took about 10 minutes to reach the parasailing spot. Upon arrival, we had a brief orientation and fitted our harnesses. Before we knew it, the first group was flying, soaring into the blue sky. We were the last of the four groups, and since it was a 150-meter course, we went up to quite a height. The view of the hotel cluster in Waikiki from above the sea and the Diamond Head shining against the blue sky was amazing. It was so much fun!

風に恵まれほぼ無風状態で出航　4組10人のクルーズです　パラセーリングの場所まで10分ほど　到着するとすぐに簡単なオリエンテーションとハーネス合わせ　あれよあれよという間に1組目がフライト　するすると青空の中に吸い込まれていきます　4組中ラストの私たち　150メートルコースなのでかなりの高さまで上がりました　海の上から見るワイキキのホテル群　青空に映えるダイヤモンドヘッド　いやぁ楽しかったぁ！

I enjoyed a traditional luau and beautiful hula. Since the trip was all private plans, the activities were also individually arranged. I splurged a bit and reserved seats in the front center, which were close and had a great view. To my left and right were couples and families from Australia, New Zealand, and the mainland United States. It was fun to talk to each other and share snacks. After the show, we took the escalator down to the first floor and went straight to our room! It was very convenient. The welcome drink was a Mai Tai, which had me feeling a bit tipsy, and for my second drink, I had orange juice to refresh myself! The professional dancers were impressive; both the luau and hula were very captivating.

伝統的なルアウと美しいフラで楽しめました　旅行はすべてプライベートプランのためアクティビティも個人エントリー　ちょっと奮発して座席は前方中央席を予約　近くて迫力ありました　左右向かえはオーストラリア　ニュージーランド　アメリカ本土からのカップルと家族連れ　話しかけたり、話しかけられたり　おつまみのスナックを分け合ったりして楽しかったです。ショーが終われば、エスカレーターで1Fに降りそのままお部屋に！　とっても楽です。ウエルカムドリンクはマイタイでほろ酔い気味　2敗目はオレンジジュースでさっぱりと！　さすがはプロのダンサー　ルアウ　フラともに見応え十分です

A bit rough waters but the crew handed it beautifully! So fun and helpul...great guys!! Highly recommend!!

This luau is in a perfect location for anyone staying in Waikiki. If you don't want a long drive to and from your luau, book this one because it's walking distance from most hotels in Waikiki.

Another great thing about this luau is the food. Of all the luau I've attended, this is only the second one to offer a dish with tofu. Any luau that has good vegetarian/vegan options rates very high in my book. My friends were also very pleased with the meat selection.

The entertainment was enjoyable and impressive. I especially enjoyed the fire knife dancing. I also enjoyed how each of the dance routines represented a different Polynesian island. So you get to learn a little about the culture and history of the island nations that populated Hawaii.

I highly recommend this activity if your staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki.

It was AMAZING getting up close and personal with the turtles! I recommend bringing on the trip a waterproof camera or GoPro!!!! The snorkel equipment they provided was clean and in great shape. They offered a full bar and 2 types of draft beer! The Crew was awesome! They kept the drinks coming and provided us with lunch after our swim and was able to just relax out on the boat and enjoy the view.

There are some things I'm a bit unsure about (like whether you get a lei or not), but it should be a fun experience. Also, once the show starts, it becomes difficult to go get food from the buffet, so I think it's better to grab a good amount during the initial food pickup. If you take a little and think you can just go back if you need more, you might find it hard to go again and end up regretting it.

ちょっとどうかなぁ、と思うところもありますが（レイが貰えたり貰えなかったり）、楽しい経験になるでしょう。なお、ショーがスタートするとビュッフェの料理は取りに行き難くなりますから、最初の料理ピックアップの際に、シッカリ取っておいた方が良いと思います。少なめに取って、足りなければ、また行けばよいや、と思っていると、なんか行き難い雰囲気になって後悔するかも。

I was optimistic when I booked a tour for just $39 that would take us out to sea and back, but the weather was nice, the waves were high, and the combination of the captain and the crew made it an entertaining experience with jokes and skilled navigation (though I can't explain it). It turned out to be a fantastic tour lasting an hour and a half, and I was very satisfied as I got to bond with all the passengers.

We went sailing with sea turtles and surfers, and although I was a bit worried about the drinks, I was able to enjoy two cans of Budweiser for just $3 each without any concerns.

What I regret is that Japanese people don't understand the tipping culture, and I didn't put a tip in the glass jar placed at the bottom of the stairs when disembarking. I feel sorry for the staff who made us so happy, and I am embarrassed about it. I also purchased some photos.

たかが39ドルのツアーで、沖まで行って帰ってくるコースと日本で予約したときに楽観していましたが、天気よく、波高く、船長とサポーターのコンビでジョークと船の操船の巧みさ（説明はわからない）で盛り上げ、乗客皆様と仲良くなり大満足の最高のツアー1時間半でした。
　ウミガメ、サーファーと一緒にセイリングを行い、飲み物がいくらか不安でしたが、ビール3ドルでバドワイザー2缶を安心して飲むことができました。
悔やまれることは、日本人はチップ文化が分からず、下船時に階段手前に置かれてあるガラス瓶にチップを入れなかったことです。これだけ喜ばせてくれたスタッフに対して申し訳ありません、恥ずかしい思いしております。で写真を購入しました。

There were plenty of fun buddies around. I felt nervous, but there was no time to hesitate as I was in the air. I think I might get hooked on this. It's reassuring that you can see the photos and videos before making a purchase.

愉快なバディがいっぱいいました。緊張もありましたが、躊躇する暇もなく空中でした。やみつきになりそうです。
写真やビデオは見てから購入なので安心です。

It was a bit windy, but the sky was clear! The sandbar wasn't out, but there was a tour schedule, so it couldn't be helped. However, walking in the sea feels great! You can encounter honu while snorkeling! Other tours have boat entries, but Captain Bruce's tour allows entry from the sandbar, snorkeling right above the honu's habitat! The staff's support was also very satisfying, and I highly recommend it!

ちょっと風か強い日でしたが空は晴れ晴れ！
サンドバーは出ていなかったけど、ツアーのタイムスケジュールがあるから仕方がないね。
でも、海の中を歩くって気持ちいいよ！
シュノーケリングではホヌに出会える！
他のツアーはボートエントリー、だけどキャプテンブルースはサンドバーからのエントリーで、ホヌの住処の真上をシュノーケリング！
スタッフのサポートも大満足で、是非おすすめです！

It was a great day filled with great adventure. I saw a bunch of turtles and even Had a few swim a little closer than the 2 meters we were told to give them. The crew was fantastic. They were always checking on us on the boat and were always with in sight in the water.

The only thing I didn’t like was the 42 people (plus the 4 crew members) on board. It felt crowded even when were spread out on the nets and side (hard to move around to and from the bar.) capping the max to 35 guests (plus 4 crew) would have made it an outstanding day.

This was an absolutely wonderful trip that included drinks, music, and a lot of fun. The drinks were great but be prepared to only have the option between Carona and Mai Tais (which were strong and well made). The music was a combination of rap, pop, mixed with a little country and a variety of other genres. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who is looking for a beautiful sunset in an amazing city with a lively crew.

This was our second time doing this same sunset cruise and we enjoyed it both times!! We even saw dolphins this time!

At first, I was anxious because it said only English would be spoken, but when I actually boarded, there were Japanese people on board, which made me feel relieved! On the day of the trip, I was picked up near my accommodation at the Outrigger and taken to the port, where I received instructions about boarding. (There was a public restroom nearby.) There were about 20 to 30 participants (including 6 Japanese people, including us), and we slowly moved in front of Waikiki Beach. The waves were calm that day, and the boat didn't sway at all.

On the boat, soft drinks (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, ginger ale, and water) were available for unlimited refills, and it felt like you could just help yourself from the icebox (laughs). There were sweet snacks like Ritz sandwich cookies available! After about 30 minutes from departure, we dropped anchor and received the signal to enter the water. There were also floating rings and children's life jackets, which made me feel safe for families with kids! You could jump into the sea from the side of the boat, or there were stairs in the middle for entering the water, which was reassuring!

There was about 40 to 50 minutes of free time to swim and take photos! (I recommend a waterproof cover for your phone.) It was a clear day, and the sunset and Waikiki Beach were incredibly beautiful! After the free time ended, we slowly returned to the port while moving towards Diamond Head, and finally, we were taken back to the Outrigger, just like on the way there. It was my first time in Hawaii, but even as a beginner, I felt comfortable, and I thought this experience was a great value for the price, so I definitely recommend everyone to participate!

最初は英語しか通じないと書いてあったので
不安でしたが実際乗船してみたら日本人の方も
いて安心して乗ることが出来ました！
当日は宿泊先の近くのアウトリガーまでピックアップしてもらい港に、そこから乗船時の注意事項などの説明を受けて乗船！(近くに公衆トイレがありました)
参加の方はだいたい20～30人(日本の方は自分達含めて6人)くらいで、ワイキキビーチ前をゆっくり進みます、この日は波も穏やかで船自体は全然ゆれませんでした。
船の中ではソフトドリンク(ペプシ・ダイエットペプシ・ジンジャエール・水)が飲み放題となっておりアイスボックスから勝手にどうぞ的な感じでした(笑)
スナックはリッツサンドみたいな甘いお菓子が
置いてあります！
出発から30分くらいするとイカリを降ろして
OKの合図で海に入る事が出来ます、また棒状の浮き輪や子供用のライフジャケットがありお子さま連れでも安心だなと思いました！
海へは船のサイドから飛び込むか、中央には入水用の階段も設置されており安心です！
だいたい40～50分くらいの自由時間があって
海に入ったり写真を撮ったり出来ます！(携帯の防水カバーをオススメします)
この日は快晴でサンセットやワイキキビーチが凄い綺麗でした！
自由時間が終わるとダイヤモンドヘッド側に移動しながらゆっくりと港に帰港し、最後は行きと同じアウトリガーまで送迎してもらい終了！
初めてのハワイでしたが初心者の私でも平気でしたし、この内容でこの参加費はお得だなと思いましたので皆様も是非参加してみて下さい！

Has the time of my life, it was a once in a lifetime experience. If I ever had the chance to do it again I wouldn’t hesitate. Guides were great and the shark experience even better. Oh yeah and we saw whales!

I was able to play in the sea until sunset!!
There was an all-you-can-eat supply of juice, water, and snacks!!
I was satisfied to see the beautiful sunset!

夕日までの時間海で遊ぶことができました！！
ジュースとお水やお菓子が食べ放題でした！！
綺麗な夕日を見れて満足です！

I experienced it in February. It was said that long sleeves and long pants are best for winter, but it seemed fine even in short sleeves and shorts at the moment of jumping, as it was just cold at that moment.

Also, it was raining at the meeting point on the day, so I thought it might be canceled, but it was sunny at the location, so I think it's best to head to the meeting point anyway.

Overall, it was amazing!

２月に体験しました。冬は長袖長ズボンがよいとありましたが、飛び出す瞬間が寒いだけで半袖短パンでも大丈夫そうでした。
また、当日の集合場所では雨が降っていてダメかと思っていましたが、現地では晴れていたのでとりあえず集合場所に向かうのがよいかと思います。

とにかく最高でした！

This is the 4th time our family has done this tour. It does not get old! Free pick up in Waikiki. Trip to the biggest sand bar in the world. Cheeseburger (or vegetarian!) lunch. Turtle watching. Snorkeling on private reef. Excellent hosting (with Jenner on the guitar). Great value. DO
IT!!!

I visited on the last night of my stay in Hawaii. Since I was in Hawaii, I made a reservation with the motivation to see a hula show. The buffet, where everyone enjoyed Hawaiian music under a large tent, was delicious. The whole roasted pig, in particular, was a highlight with a photo opportunity that got everyone excited.

After dinner, we moved into the theater for showtime. The performance, which expressed Hawaii through hula across different eras, was wonderful. There were also impersonators of big stars. I’m not from the generation of those stars and don’t have much knowledge about them, but their appearance naturally brought a smile to my face. They truly are stars!

The final fire show was incredibly impressive. It was a great experience and a wonderful memory of my trip to Hawaii.

ハワイ滞在の最終日の夜に訪問しました。折角のハワイだからフラショー見たいね、という動機で予約しました。
大きなテントの中でハワイアンミュージックを聞きながら皆で食べるビュッフェは美味しかったです。特に豚の丸焼きは記念撮影タイムもあり、盛り上がりました。
そして、ごはんが終わるとシアターの中へ。ショータイムとなります。時代ごとにハワイをフラで表現している演出が素敵でした。大物スター（そっくりさん）も登場。私はスター達について世代でもありませんし、大した知識もありませんが、登場すれば自然と笑みがこぼれました。さすがスター！
ショーのファイナルのファイヤーショーは迫力満点でした。
ハワイ旅行の記念に良い経験となりました。

We had a great time on the tour. The boat was easy to find. We signed a waiver and picked a spot to sit until it was time to leave. The crew were friendly and told us where to sit if we want a splash (my kids did) and where to stay dry. They even kept our bag somewhere safe from the waves. My kids loved laying on the net and riding out to turtle canyon. We were one of the first boats out there. They went over some simple instructions and handed out snorkeling equipment. I liked the life vests they used-it was an aqua lung type instead of a basic life jacket so you could choose how much air to have. I had brought a life jacket for my toddler and 5yr old, but they also had life vests for some other kids on our tour.

I had a 10, 5, and 22mo old with me. The crew was helpful handing out stuff and trying to find a mask to fit my 5yr old. She is actually a pretty good snorkel-er but unfortunately it was hard finding a mask and snorkel that fit her. They kept filling with water. I wish I had known and I would have brought hers. If you have a set you like-my tip is to bring it. They did not provide fins either which was ok but I can get my kids and I around easier with fins. The masks and snorkels were pretty basic. Mine fogged up every couple minutes but luckily I am experienced and can clear it. That’s the only draw-back about the trip is I would have rather had our own stuff that we have properly cleaned and fit better. It’s February and kind of a windy/rainy day but it was still warm enough to be comfortable In the water. There were lots of waves and the water was cloudy so it was difficult to see. Soon there were tons of boats and people. We mostly interacted with Matt. He was out in the water life guarding. He helped us find the turtles and was so nice letting my kids hold onto his surfboard when needed. He even helped me carry my middle daughter to the beach since I had my hands full. Thank you! He definitely made the tour great!

I was very impressed with the company. The company picked us up from our condo in Waikiki. The driver was very nice and personable. The staff on the boat was very nice, and made us feel very comfortable. The experience of feeling like a bird was exciting. I would highly recommend this company. Their professionalism was superb.

Good night on the water. Kinda breezy and the view was not what I expected. I thought we would be closer than what we were. Overall a good deal though.

Before the show starts, you can interact with the dancers during the greeting. The buffet dinner is served with great care. The buffet had a wide variety of delicious options. Once the show began, the dancers you interacted with during the greeting took center stage and shone brightly. Having connected with them made me want to cheer for them even more, and their expressions and dancing were wonderful. I was captivated from start to finish, and it felt like time flew by. The production and lighting were impressive as well. The performances of Michael and Elvis were outstanding, and I became a fan all over again. I can't remember her name, but the female singer's vocal ability was amazing. In the end, I was very satisfied to take photos with the cast.

ショーが始まる前のグリーティングで、ダンサーさん達と交流できます。ビュッフェディナーの配膳も丁寧にしてくださります。ビュッフェは種類が豊富で美味しかったです。ショーが始まると、グリーティングで交流したダンサーさんたちが、ショーの中心となって、輝いていました。グリーティングで交流したこともあって、更に応援したくなったし、表情やダンスもステキで、最初から最後まで夢中になり、あっという間に感じました。演出や照明もすごかったです。マイケルとエルビスの演出も最高で、改めてファンになりました。名前は忘れましたが、女性歌手の歌唱力が素晴らしかったです。最後は、キャストの方々と写真を撮れて、大満足でした。

During our first trip to Hawaii with our 7-month-old daughter, there weren't many activities we could do, but I heard that there were participants as young as 0 years old in this sandbar tour, so we decided to join. I was really anxious before participating, but the tour staff were very cheerful and kind, which made it a lot of fun. Since I couldn't go snorkeling, my husband and I took turns holding our daughter while doing stand-up paddleboarding, which was enjoyable as well. Our daughter didn't sleep on the flight there, so I was tired, but the beautiful scenery was enough to make me forget that fatigue.

今回7ヶ月の娘との初ハワイでなかなか出来るアクティビティが無かったのですが、このサンドバーツアーは0歳でも参加されてる方がいたとの事で参加しました。
実際に参加するまではすごく不安でしたが、ツアーのスタッフさんがとても明るく親切にして下さってとても楽しめました。シュノーケリングが出来ない代わりに夫と娘の抱っこを交代しながらSUPが出来たのでそれも楽しかったです。
行きの飛行機で娘が寝てくれなくて疲れてましたが、その疲れも吹っ飛ぶくらい素敵な景色でした。

I attended with two female friends.

First, we had a buffet to fill our stomachs before the show. The whole roasted pig was impressive. Personally, I found the roast beef to be delicious. Since there were so many options and large portions at the buffet, I, being a bit careless, piled everything onto my plate at once, resulting in a tragic mix of meat sauce, bread, and cut fruits. It would have been nice to have dividers on the plate, even if just for convenience. During the meal, we enjoyed the lovely hula dance performed by the hula girls along with Hawaiian music.

After finishing our meal, we moved to a different location, and the Rock-a-Hula show finally began. I love hula dancing, Tahitian dance, and fire dancing, and I had been watching Japanese shows back in Japan, but the expressiveness and physique of the local Hawaiian performers were truly different. It was very captivating and moving. The show featured performances by Elvis and Michael Jackson, and I was entertained throughout without getting bored. At one point, Elvis came around to the audience with a hula girl, giving out leis and red cloths while doing cheek kisses with the guests. I was sitting at the edge of the second floor, and Elvis came to my side! It became a very happy memory.

Since the venue is located within the Royal Hawaiian Center, it was also appealing that we could easily go there right after shopping or sightseeing. I highly recommend participating for anyone interested in hula dancing or rock music.

友人と女2人で参加しました。

まずはショーの前に腹ごしらえのビュッフェ。
子豚の丸焼きは圧巻でした。
個人的に美味しかったのはローストビーフです。
ブュッフェは数と量が多いので、ずぼらな私は一気にお皿に取ってしまい肉のソースやパンやカットフルーツが混じって悲劇になりました。
上手く乗せればいいのですが、簡単にでもお皿に仕切りがあれば良いな、と思いました。
食事中は可愛いフラガールのフラダンスとハワイアン音楽を堪能しました。

食事が終わったら場所を移動し、いよいよロック・ア・フラショーの始まりです。
フラダンス、タヒチアンダンス、ファイアーダンスが好きで日本でも日本人のショーを観にいっていましたが、ハワイ現地の方の表現力や身体つきはやはり違います。
とても魅力があり感動しました。
ショーにはプレスリーやマイケルジャクソンも出てきて、ずっと飽きずに楽しむことができました。
途中、プレスリーがフラガールと共に席をまわり、お客さんにレイやプレスリーの赤い布をかけてチークキスをするイベントがありました。
私は二階の端の方の席に座っていたのですが、私のところにプレスリーが来てくれました！
とても嬉しい思い出になりました。

場所がロイヤルハワイアンセンター内なので、買い物や観光を楽しんだ後にすぐ行けるのも魅力的でした。
フラダンスやロックに興味がある方は、ぜひ参加をお勧めします。

Great time. No bathroom was a plus, never peed off a boat like that before, it was an experience. Would definitely go again, the captain and first mate we’re very cool. It’s a smaller boat but don’t let that steer you away.