All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

The luau itself was amazing. My family and I enjoyed participating in the pre show activities while learning about true polynesian culture and traditions. It's a smaller luau with only about 200 guests but with the smaller number of patrons you really get to interact and learn from everyone involved.
The host for the activities, Uncle Bob, has a great sense of humor as do the men that do the "cooking" and food prep demonstrations. These men are no joke, they even climbed up the coconut trees. They teach you about a traditional tribe welcoming and uses the guests to act as the tribes while explaining the rituals associated with welcoming guests to their community.
Not a huge selection of foods to sample but everything there was delicious. Kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, macaroni salad, green salad with macadamia nuts, rice, rolls, chantilly cake from Teds Bakery and a coconut type of jello dessert.
The family band that played music during dinner was Amazing. Those kids can really sing! The dancing was very traditional, not just girls in coconut bras and hula skirts, but real polynesian dancing showcasing dances from a variety of the polynesian islands. I was a VIP guest and we were right at eye level with the stage but it looked like most people would have quite a good view of the stage. We also got to go to the buffet first and got great souvenirs. My husband and I got hand fans, my son got a wooden Maui-type hook necklace and my daughter got a wood beaded bracelet that said Hawaii with hibiscus flowers printed on it. After dinner and show on your way out you were able to speak more with the staff and dancers and take pictures with them.
If it was your birthday we all sang happy birthday and you got an extra piece of cake, if it was your anniversary or honeymoon they brought you onstage for a slow dance and gave you a nut lei.
All this plus you get entry into the Waimea valley where you can swim in a waterfall and see beautiful trees and foliage!

What an amazing time we had on our sunset cruise that left right outside of our hotel (Hilton Hawaiian Village). The staff on the boat were incredibly friendly, and we enjoyed chatting with them as we sailed along. The drinks and snacks were great, and the best part of all were the breath-taking views, especially watching the sun set! We went with another couple with whom we were traveling, and we all put this activity toward the top of our list of memorable things we did while visiting.

I was impressed that we could see fish up close! It was exciting and fun to ride in a submarine on the sea. We participated as a three-generation family, and everyone was very satisfied.

すぐそばで魚が見れるのには感動❗海上で潜水艦に乗るときはドキドキして面白かったです。３世代での参加でしたが皆大満足です

During free fall, it felt more like flying than falling, and it was amazing. With a photographer, you can get beautiful shots during free fall, but they can't take photos while the parachute is deployed. With an instructor, they can take photos until the very end, so I felt there are pros and cons to both options.

フリーフォール中は落ちているというより、飛んでいる感覚で、最高でした。カメラマン付きだとフリーフォール中は綺麗に撮ってもらえますが、パラシュートの間は撮れないです。インストラクターだと最後まで撮ってもらえるので一長一短と感じました。

We were the only Japanese people there. Hardly anyone spoke English. Suddenly, there was cheering and applause as everyone teased a man who arrived late. The man stylishly apologized, and even though the departure was delayed, it turned into a fun event! Last time I got seasick on a dinner cruise, so I was advised not to drink citrus beverages the day before to prevent seasickness, and I felt great!

日本人は私達だけでした。英語はほとんど喋れません。
突然、歓声と拍手がして、遅刻した男性を皆で茶化しました。
男性もカッコよくお詫びして、出航が遅れたのに、それすらも楽しいイベントになりました！。前回ディナークルーズで船酔いしたので船酔い防止に、前日から柑橘系の飲み物を取らない事を教えてもらったので体調もベストでした！

The staff were very kind. They proactively offered guidance for snorkeling and took photos at the sandbar. The BBQ hamburger for lunch was incredibly delicious. Thank you for a wonderful time.

スタッフのみなさんが親切でした。シュノーケルの指導、サンドバーでの写真撮影など進んで声をかけてくれました。昼食のBBQハンバーガー最高に美味しかったです。楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

As we boarded the boat from the port and transferred to the real submarine offshore, I felt a mix of half worry and excitement about seeing the underwater world of Hawaii. It was a time when there were hardly any Japanese people around, but the Japanese explanations through the headphones helped me understand well, and I could clearly see the corals and fish on the ocean floor. Fortunately, towards the end, I was lucky enough to see a sea turtle swimming as well.

港からボートに乗り、沖で本格的な潜水艦に移るときには心配半分、これからハワイの海底が見れるというドキドキ感が入り混じりました。
日本人が殆どいないかった時間帯でしたがヘッドホンからの日本語説明で
良く理解でき海底のサンゴや魚たちの様子がはっきり見れました。
ラッキーなことに終盤にはウミガメが泳いでいるところも見られましたよ。

Jumping from a Cessna at an altitude higher than the clouds!

I thought it would be a straight free fall, but I was instructed to hold hands with the instructor and descend while spinning, and even got to steer after the parachute opened... I came down sideways and while rotating. It was quite thrilling.

My wife, perhaps a bit nervous, enjoyed the descent while listening to the explanations of the scenery and taking in the breathtaking views. She mentioned it was even more fun than she expected.

I will definitely repeat this experience on my next visit.

P.S. The ground guide, Masa, is also fun and kind. I hope to see him again.

上空の雲より高いところまでセスナで上がってジャンプ！

まっすぐの自由落下かと思いきや、
インストラクターさんに手を組まされて回転しながらの降下や、パラシュートが開いてからの操縦までさせてもらい…横向きになったり回転しながら降下してきました。
なかなかのスリルでした。

…妻は多少ビビりながらだったためか、景色の説明を聞きながら、絶景を楽しみながら降下したらしいのですが。
思っていた以上に楽しかった、と話していました。

次回も訪れたら必ずリピートします。

追伸、地上の案内人・マサさんも楽しく優しいです。また会いたいです。

The climate is refreshing, so it's not as humid as a beer garden in Japan. The show was enjoyable, and the food was delicious.

However, the venue might be a bit hard to find...

気候が爽やかなので、日本のビヤガーデンみたいに蒸し暑くありません。
ショーも楽しく、料理も美味しかったです。

が、会場が少しわかりづらいかな…

The cruise was a great experience and value. Super friendly crew!

The staff, the weather, everything was amazing!
I was able to see dolphins, turtles, and manta rays!
I would love to participate again if I have the chance!

スタッフさん、天気、全てにおいて最高でした！
イルカやカメ、マンタも見る事が出来ました！
また機会があれば参加したいです！

The dinner was delicious and the portion size was just right for us. The show was diverse and we enjoyed the Hawaiian atmosphere. Additionally, sitting at a table by the stage was impressive, and it was great to interact with the members of the show.

ディナーは美味しくボリュームも我々にはちょうど良かった。
ショーもバラエティに富み、ハワイの雰囲気も味わえてよかった。また、ステージサイドのテーブルで迫力があり、ショーのメンバとふれあいもありよかった。

During our first trip to Hawaii, we decided to sign up for a Hawaiian show. We went in early June, and since it was in the evening, the sun was still shining when we were shown to our seats, which were directly in the sunlight. There was nothing to block the sun, so the seats that weren't in the shade (the ones directly in front of the stage) were extremely hot until the sun went down. Fortunately, we were seated in a shaded area, which was a relief.

The meal was a buffet, and since many people were going to get food, I was a bit worried about whether there would be enough left. However, it turned out fine. (There was a system in place where the area for getting food was determined, and you couldn't go up to get food unless you were called by the staff.)

We enjoyed the event even from our seats that weren't directly in front, and the dancing was wonderful. The male hula dancers were incredibly impressive and surprised us.

On the way back, we were able to take photos with the dancers in the lobby, which made for a great memory for us, as we had never seen authentic hula before.

初めてのハワイで、ハワイアンショーを見てみたいと思い申し込みました。
行ったのは6月上旬、夕方からなのでまだ陽も落ちてなくて座席に通される時間帯は日差し直撃。
特にさえぎる物もないため、陰になっていない席（ステージ正面席）は陽が落ちるまでは暑さ地獄。幸運にも横っちょの陰の席だったので助かりました。
食事はビュッフェで、かなりの人が取りにいくので「残っているのかなぁ～」と少々不安ではありましたが、大丈夫でした。（ビュッフェを取りにいくエリア順が決まったいました。ボーイさんからそのエリアへ声がかからないと勝手に取りにいってはいけない仕組みでした）
イベント自体は正面席でなくても十分に楽しめましたし、踊りも素晴らしかったです。男性フラが迫力満点で驚きました。
帰りには、ロビーで踊り子さんたちと写真が撮れましたし、
一度も本場のフラを見たことない私たちにとってはとても良い思い出になりました。

I was very satisfied with the tour content and the guide's response! It's just a shame about the weather and the strong waves. I would like to participate again next time.

ツアー内容、ガイドさんの対応等は大変満足でした！
ただお天気と波が強くて残念。
また次の機会に参加したいです。

Despite the voucher confirming a pickup at 7:25 AM in front of the hotel, I received a phone call in English just before leaving my room on the morning of the event, stating, "The pickup has been canceled, so you need to get a taxi on your own and come to the meeting point." I also had to cover the taxi fare. The sudden change communicated in English caused me to panic, and with an unstable Wi-Fi connection and no Uber account, I struggled to communicate the meeting location clearly to the taxi driver I managed to flag down in front of the hotel. I got lost in the harbor as well, and the taxi fare ended up being over $20. I felt deceived. The catch was decent, but the fishing gear was quite old and in poor condition, though I was glad to catch something. If it weren't for the last-minute change in transportation, I would have been nearly completely satisfied. I was really disappointed by the abrupt change. I recommend being prepared for self-arrival in case of transportation changes (confirming the meeting location clearly, having taxi fare, and having the Uber app ready) instead of relying solely on the provided transportation.

予約確定後のバウチャーに｢滞在ホテル前で7時25分にピックアップ」と記載されていたにも関わらず、当日の朝、部屋を出る直前に、ホテルの部屋電話に、「ピックアップは無くなったから、自力でタクシーを拾って、集合場所まで来て」という英語での電話を受けた。タクシー代もこちらもち。いきなりの英語での電話による変更で、パニクる上、wifi状態も不安定で、Uberも未登録だったため、ホテル前で待機のタクシーを拾って、その運転手に、集合場所を明確に知らせるのに、とても苦労した。ハーバー内でも、迷って、タクシー代金も20ドル以上した。騙された気分。釣果はまあまあ。釣具はかなりの年季物で傷みがひどいが、釣れたから良し。送迎間際の送迎変更さえなければ、ほぼ大満足。出鼻を挫かれ、ホントにガッカリ。送迎があると安心せず、自力で集合する場合の備え(明確な集合位置確認、タクシー代、Uberアプリ等)をお薦めする。

I visited Hawaii for my wedding and honeymoon. The day before going to Hawaii, I suddenly decided I wanted to participate in this activity, so I thought it would be quicker to check for availability with someone local. As soon as I arrived in Hawaii, I visited the Beltora store there and made a reservation. The staff spoke Japanese, which made the reservation and payment process smooth. The activity itself was a lot of fun! My wife, who usually isn't comfortable with heights, seemed fine even at 150 meters and really enjoyed it.

It seemed that the staff wouldn't take photos unless you asked them. When we went out on the boat and I mentioned it while the other guests were flying, they took out a camera and started taking pictures. In the end, they took about 70 or 80 photos. When we got back, I checked the data on the camera and received it on an SD card. By the way, it cost $30. I'm very satisfied as we made some wonderful memories.

ハワイには挙式とハネムーンで訪問しました。
ハワイに行く前日にこのアクティビティに参加したいと急遽思い立ち、空きの確認等現地の方が早いかなと思って、ハワイに到着してすぐにベルトラさんのハワイの店舗に訪問し予約しました。
対応スタッフの方は日本語も対応していてスムーズに予約と支払い完了。アクティビティ自体もとても楽しかったです(^-^)嫁も高い所は苦手だったけど150mでも大丈夫そうでとても楽しんでいました。
写真の撮影はスタッフに言っておかないとしてくれない様子でした。ボートで沖に出て、他のお客さん飛ばしてる時に言ったら、カメラ取り出して撮り始めてくれました。結果7,80枚くらい写真撮ってくれました。帰ったら一応カメラで中のデータ確認してSDカードで貰いました。ちなみに30ドルでした。とても良い思い出ができて満足です。

This was, quite simply, AMAZING! The crew were all super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. As soon as we reached the snorkel spot we saw sharks, which came pretty close. We would absolutely do this again.

We were picked up from the hotel and after a short drive, we boarded the cruiser at the port and headed to the sandbar. There was a lovely Japanese woman among the staff, which made me feel completely at ease. All the staff were friendly and attentive. The tide wasn't too low, and the water was up to my waist, so it didn't quite feel like a sandbar, but the stunning scenery more than made up for it! We saw several sea turtles floating around. While enjoying delicious hamburgers for lunch, we moved to a different spot where we could leisurely snorkel and see beautiful fish living around the large coral reef. It was truly an enjoyable tour. I recommended it to acquaintances going to Hawaii!

ホテルからピックアップ、少し車で走った港からクルーザーへ乗り込んでまずはサンドバーへ。スタッフにとても素敵な日本人の女性がいたので何の不安もありませんでした。スタッフはみんな　フレンドリーで気遣いも細やか、潮の状態はそこまで引いてなくて　腰あたりまで海水がありサンドバー？？って感じではありましたが　それを上回る程の景色のすばらしさ！！
ぷかぷか浮いているウミガメも何匹も見られました。美味しいハンバーガーのランチをほおばりながら、場所を移動して大きなサンゴ礁の周りに住む綺麗な魚たちをシュノーケリングでゆっくり見ることもでき本当に楽しいツアーでした。ハワイに行く知人に　お勧めしました！！

My parents booked a Japanese tour for their first trip to Hawaii at 10 AM. When the time came and the shuttle didn't arrive, I called and was put on hold for 4 minutes for confirmation, only to be told that it was unavailable and they wanted to change it to 11 AM. Reluctantly, we changed it to 11 AM, but with the explanation in English, my parents dozed off inside the submarine, not understanding the language. This special trip to Hawaii to honor my parents was ruined. I don't think I will use this service again.

両親が初めてのハワイ旅行で、日本語のツアー10時に予約しました。時間になっても送迎が来ないので電話してたら確認に4分も保留され、しかも利用できないから11時に変更してほしいとのこと。仕方なく、11時にしましたが英語の説明で両親は潜水艦の中で、言葉が分からずウトウト。せっかくの親孝行のハワイ旅行が台無しです。もう利用しないと思います。

It rained during the day, so we were indoors after it got dark. The location is a bit hard to find, so it’s better to arrive early. I reserved a golden seat, but it was positioned too far to the side from the stage, and the angle was blocked by equipment like speakers, which was a bit disappointing. It was a buffet style, but if you miss the timing, there can be a long line, and some items run out quickly. I read in other reviews that golden seat guests had priority, but it seemed like regular ticket holders were the first to grab food, and we followed after them. The taste was generally good.

夜にはやみましたが日中雨が降ってたからなのか室内でした。場所は少しわかりにくいため、はやめに行った方がよさそうです。ゴールデンシートを予約しましたが、ステージからサイドすぎてスピーカー等の機材で遮られてる角度で少し残念でした。バイキング形式ですが、とるタイミングを見失うとすごい行列で無くなってしまうものもありました。他のかたの口コミでゴールデンシート優先とありましたが、普通に一般席の人がいの一番にとっており、それの後に続いた感じでした。味は普通に美味しかったです。

What a great cultural experience. Ideal for all ages & families! A big day, but a great day learning about pacific cultures :)

The pickup was 10 minutes late, which was expected. Be careful of seasickness on the small boat from near the Hilton to the sea. You can take selfies with your camera, but if you ask for help, it will be charged. The scenery is amazing, but my wife was feeling groggy from seasickness.

ピックアップ１０分遅れ、まぁ想定内。ヒルトン近くから小型船て海へ船酔いするので注意。カメラ持参で自分撮りは可、頼んだら有料。景色は最高、妻は船酔いでグロッキー。

Open bar good place to sit if you have to. Fun night out.

I was worried because there were only foreign customers, but it was totally fine. I had signed up for the 150m jump, so I was a bit anxious about it, but once I actually jumped, it was absolutely amazing.

外国人のお客さんばかりで心配してましたが、全然大丈夫でした。150mに申し込みしてたので内心、大丈夫かなって思っていましたが、いざ飛んでみるとめっちゃ、最高でした。

I experienced the 150m activity. As the title suggests, the activity was very enjoyable. The staff primarily spoke English, but they were very kind and used Japanese when speaking to us.

As for the activity itself, a point to note is that the boat rocked quite a bit, and more than half of the other people on board got seasick, so it's better for those who are prone to motion sickness to take medication beforehand.

The reason I gave it four stars instead of five is that the pickup bus was about 15 minutes late. While it seems understandable due to the arrangements for other guests, I had seen stories in experiences where the pickup didn’t show up, which made me quite anxious. However, the driver was friendly, and my overall impression was very good.

150mを体験しました
タイトル通りアクティビティはとても楽しかったです
スタッフの方は基本的に英語ですが自分たちに話しかけるときは日本語を使って下さったりとても親切でした
アクティビティ自体の注意点としては船の揺れが結構激しく乗っていた他の人達が半分以上酔っていたので弱い人は酔止めを飲んで行ったほうがいいです
星を一個下げた理由ですが迎えのバスが15分程遅れて来たことで下げました
他の方の送迎の関係もあり仕方ない気もしますが、体験談で迎えに来なかったという話も見ていましたのでかなり不安になりました
ですが運転手さんも気さくな方で印象はとても良かったです

This is a location used for the filming of many movies. Whether you're a movie fan or not, you can enjoy it! You can fully enjoy nature, and traveling in a private vehicle is fun. It feels like riding a roller coaster. People of all ages, from adults to children, can have a great time without getting bored. A guide who speaks Japanese shares interesting stories with humor.

多くの映画の撮影で使われた場所です。
映画ファンでなくてもそうでなくても楽しめます！
自然を満喫できますし、専用車での移動は楽しいです。ジェットコースターに乗っているような感じになります。
大人から子供まで飽きることなく楽しめます。
日本語が話せるガイドさんがユーモアを交えながら秘話を話してくれますよ。

I think it will be interesting if you go without too many expectations. It's not often you get the chance to ride a submarine, and the sight of fish gathering around a sunken ship is something you won't see elsewhere. However, if you go with the image of the colorful fish shown on the website, you might be a little disappointed.

期待しすぎずに行けば面白いと思います。
潜水艦に乗る機会はなかなかないですし、 沈没した船などに魚が群がる様子は他では見られない景色だと思います 。
ただ、サイトに載っているような色とりどりの魚たちというイメージで行くと、ちょっとがっかりされるかもしれません。

I didn't have high expectations after reading the reviews, but it was as I anticipated. The tour itself was interesting, but considering the price, even half the cost would still feel a bit high for what it offered. You can see some fish, but there seemed to be fewer than at an aquarium. There weren't many varieties either. I was fortunate to see a sea turtle in the distance. Be careful as I almost got seasick. If you're someone who can't do snorkeling or diving and doesn't mind the price, it might be enjoyable.

クチコミを見て、あまり期待していませんでしたが、想定通りという感じです。
ツアー自体は面白かったのですが 、値段のことを考えると、半額でもちょっと高いかな、というような内容でした。
お魚も見えますが、水族館よりは少ないといった印象。
種類もあまり多くありませんでした。
ウミガメを遠くに見ることができたのは幸いでした 。
船酔いになりそうになったので注意が必要です。
シュノーケルやダイビングなどはできない、という方で、金額を気にされない方であれば、面白いかもしれません。

It was a challenge for a couple celebrating their 60th birthday and their three sons in their 20s. After discussing which height to choose, we decided on the middle option, and the elderly couple felt a bit worried.

The moment we took off, the beautiful sea and blue sky spread out before us, and when we reached the peak, the view of Waikiki and Diamond Head was stunning, making it an unforgettable experience.

Yano, our driver, shared interesting stories that helped ease our nerves. Thank you!

還暦を迎えた夫婦と20代の息子三人での挑戦でした。高さをどれにするか？相談の結果真ん中になり、老夫婦は少し心配でした。
舞い上がった瞬間とても綺麗な海と青空が広がり頂点に達した時は、ワイキキ、ダイヤモンドヘッドがとても綺麗で忘れられない体験となりました。
送迎の矢野さんの話もおもしろく和ませて頂きました。ありがとう

Excellent personal
Being picked up and transported was great
The whole experience was great.