All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

We only had one day on the big island and wanted to see as much as possible. This tour takes you all the way around with multiple, although brief stops and several locations. Could omit the coffee tasting and spend more time on the black beach or at the falls.

Our guide, Keith, was full of history, folk lore and traditional information which was a big bonus.
If you want history and a good whirlwind tour of the island, this tour is for you.
Of note, lunch was provided and this service has its own chef who prepares the meals. Very healthy sampling of the typical fare at area restaurants, however, when it’s served in lieu of a cold sandwich and a picturesque park, it suddenly becomes one of the best meals of the vacation.

I had an amazing time! The staff were fun and shared a lot of interesting stories, so I was never bored. I laughed a lot! A turtle also came by, and I was able to swim with it. It was incredible! Thank you for taking so many photos as well. The barbecue on the boat was delicious, and I even had seconds. I thought I might get seasick, but since the boat was only moving for about five minutes and then we were just floating around in the sea, I didn't feel sick at all. I couldn't do snorkeling, but I borrowed various things like a bodyboard and stand-up paddleboard and had a great time playing.

すごーく楽しかったです！スタッフの方が楽しい方で、たくさん面白い事を喋ってくれてまったく退屈しませんでした。大笑いでした！亀さんも来てくれて一緒に泳ぐ事ができました。すごい！写真もたくさん撮っていただきありがとうございました(^^)船上のバーベキューも美味しかったです。おかわりもしました。酔うかなと思ったけど、船は5分くらいであとは海でぷかぷか遊んでたのでまったく酔いませんでした。シュノーケルが無理なので、ボディボードやスタンダップパドル等色々貸していただいていっぱい遊びました。

We participated in a sandbar tour for the first time as a family of three. It was the only day of our trip that it rained all day. Despite the unfortunate weather, the staff communicated in Japanese and made us feel at ease. The water level at the sandbar was about waist-deep, but we had a great time playing volleyball and other activities. We also encountered sea turtles and manta rays. The BBQ cheeseburger for lunch was even better than we expected! There were seconds available, but one was filling enough. Drinks like cola and iced tea were free. On the way back, we experienced some engine trouble with the boat, but we were towed back safely by a helper boat. The staff explained the issues thoroughly, so we were able to enjoy the experience without any worries.

家族3人で初めてのサンドバーツアー参加でした。
今回の旅行で唯一の終日”雨”。。。
生憎の天気の中、スタッフも日本語を駆使し、なごませていただきました。
サンドバーの水位は股下程度ほどでしたが、バレーボール等で楽しく過ごせました。
そして、ウミガメ＆マンタにも遭遇することができました。
ランチのBBQチーズバーガーは予想以上においしかった！！
お代わりありましたが、一つで満腹なサイズです。
ドリンクもコーラ、アイスティーなど、フリーでした。
帰りに船のエンジントラブルがありましたが、助っ人の船で牽引して
無事帰港できました。
トラブルも丁寧に説明していただき、全く不安なく過ごすことができました。

You can enjoy beautiful views of Diamond Head and feel the breeze of Hawaii, which is very enjoyable. This time it was cloudy, so I couldn't see the sunset, but I would love to visit again.

ダイアモンドヘッドが綺麗に見れたりと景色が堪能でき
ハワイの風を感じられたりととても楽しいです。
今回は曇ってて日の入りが見られませんでしたが、またリピートしたいと思います。

This is my fifth time in Waikiki, and last year, I learned about Rock-a-Hula through a friend's recommendation. My family of four enjoyed the show from the stage-side VIP seats, and I couldn't forget the excitement from that time, so this year, my wife and I came back again.

The VIP dinner, cocktails, and show began with a welcome hula at the VIP entrance, followed by a welcome reception. For dinner, we had lobster with rainbow salad, natural Alaska salmon, and tenderloin beef at the front row seats. For dessert, we enjoyed pineapple delight, and we ordered beer and wine. To finish off, I had Kona blend coffee while my wife had tea, making for a plentiful dinner.

The performances featuring Elvis, Michael Jackson, and the fire show were incredibly impressive, rivaling those in Las Vegas, all taking place at the Royal Hawaiian Center. The show was even more powerful than a year ago, blending rock and Hawaiian music in a thrilling and emotional performance that left us in awe.

After the show, we had the opportunity to take photos with the performers, and we spent a thoroughly satisfying time from entrance to exit. My wife was completely captivated and is eager to return next year. I highly recommend the VIP seats for the dinner, cocktails, and show at Rock-a-Hula, where you can truly feel one with the stage.

今回で5度目のワイキキですが、昨年、知人の薦めで、このロック・ア・フラを知り、ステージサイドVIP席
にて、家族4人、ショーを堪能し、あの時の興奮が忘れられず今年も妻と二人で来てしまいました。
VIPディナー&カクテル&ショーは、VIP専用入り口でのウェルカムフラに始まりウェルカムレセプションへ、
ディナーはステージ最前列席にてレインボーサラダ添えロブスターに天然アラスカサーモン・テンダーロンイン
ビーフ、デザートにはパイナップルデライト、ビールにワインもオーダーし、締めは、私はコナブレンドコーヒー、妻は紅茶と盛り沢山のディナーでした。
プレスリーにマイケルジャクソン、ファイヤーショーと本場ラスベガスでなくて、このロイヤルハワイアンセンターで世界レベルの衝撃的エンターテイメントに感動しまくりでした。
1年前のショーよりもさらにパワーアップしたロックンロールとハワイアンを融合させた迫力と感動のパフォーマンスで全身を痺れさせてくれました。
ショー後のお見送り時には、出演者との写真撮影もあり、入り口から出口まで大満足のひと時を過ごせました。
妻などは、すっかり魅了され、又、来年もと意気込んでいます。
ロック・ア・フラは、舞台と一体になれるディナー&カクテル&ショーVIP席がお薦めです。

It was supposed to rain, but the weather was fantastic. (The wind was strong.)
The BBQ on the boat was also very delicious.
The highlight was encountering many sea turtles.
While snorkeling around the coral reef, a turtle swam alongside me.
I will definitely go again next time.

雨予報でしたが、天気は最高でした。（風は強い）
船上BBQも大変おいしかったです。
１番はたくさんのウミガメに遭遇できたことです。
シュノーケリングでサンゴ礁を１周した際、カメが一緒に泳いでくれました。
次回も必ず行きます。

Last year, my daughter and I participated for the first time, and it was amazing, so this time we joined with my wife's 85-year-old father and her sister, making a group of four.

First, during the test, my wife's father and sister dropped out, which was disappointing. However, they took care of us while we were on the jeep, and my wife's sister was very happy. My wife's father was quite regretful, but considering safety, it was probably for the best. In a way, I recommend it to everyone. That said, I regretted the shortened course due to the sudden rain. I will try again.

昨年の娘と夫婦で参加した初回は、最高だったので今回 嫁の父85歳と嫁の妹と自分たちの4名で参加しました。
まずは、TEST で嫁の父&嫁の妹が脱落してしまいガッカリ。
でもジープに乗せて色々ケアーしていただき嫁の妹は、とても喜んでいました。
嫁の父は、かなり悔しがってましたが安全を考えると仕方ないかな。ある意味みんなにオススメです。とはいえ途中スコールでコースショートが悔やまれ。また挑戦します。

I read the reviews carefully before participating. Since it was the children's wish, I thought just riding in a submarine would be enough. As expected from the reviews, the view was mostly colorless and not very clear, but I was satisfied to see sea turtles and sharks. In the second half, my younger child (first grader) got bored, but I think it was a good experience overall. Also, the boat ride to and from the location felt like a cruise, and the scenery was nice, which added to the value.

口コミ等よ〜く読んで参加しました。
子供達の希望だった為、潜水艦に乗った経験だけで良し。と思っていました。
口コミからの想定通りほとんどカラーの無い見通しの悪い景色でしたがウミガメやサメにも会えて満足でした。
後半、下の子（小1）は飽きてしまってましたが良い経験になったと思ってます。
あと行き帰りの船はクルージング気分で景色も良くお得感がありました。

The show was very good, but...
The buffet style lowered the rating.
The food was not that great.

It's very disappointing.

ショーはとても良かったが…
ビュッフェスタイルが評価を下げた。
たいした料理では無かった。


とても残念です。

Challenging ourselves to 150 meters! We are two people with a fear of heights, and even Splash Mountain was impossible for us, but we decided to give it a try... The two of us girls were super excited!
It was so much fun! The transportation to and from the location was great, and they recommended places for us to visit. We enjoyed ourselves from start to finish! Even with our fear of heights, we had a wonderful time. Up in the air, there was absolutely no noise, and we felt the vastness of the world.

150メートルに挑戦！高所恐怖症で、スプラッシュマウンテンですら無理な2人でしたが、せっかくとのことで…。女子2人で大興奮！
とっても楽しかったです！行き帰りの送迎もオススメの場所教えてくれたり、最初から最後まで楽しめました!高所恐怖症でしたが、私たちはとても楽しめました。上空では全く雑音が無くて、世界の広さを感じました。

Fortunately, I was able to experience it on a sunny day, and it felt wonderful! The flight time was just right, and I enjoyed the views of Honolulu. The driver for the transfer was incredibly cheerful and kept the atmosphere lively with simple English, which left a good impression. Since the plan, including the transfer, takes less than half a day, I think it's definitely worth experiencing.

幸いにも晴れの日に体験でき、とても気持ちよかったです！飛行時間も丁度良く、ホノルルの景色を楽しめました。また送迎のドライバーさんがものすごく陽気で、簡単な英語で道中を盛り上げてくれたのも好印象。送迎含め半日もかからないプランなので、体験して損はないかと思います。

The staff were cheerful and friendly, making the experience enjoyable. I was a bit worried that heights might be scary, but in reality, it was stable, so it wasn't as frightening as I thought, and I had the opportunity to enjoy the scenery. When we came down, we had the choice of whether to make a splash in the sea or not. There are individual differences, but it was exciting enough to just get my backside wet, so I was glad I chose to make a splash (^^).

スタッフの方々が明るく気さくで楽しく体験できました。
もしかしたら、高所は怖いかも！？と心配もしましたが、実際には安定しているので思ったよりは怖くなくて、景色を楽しむ余裕がありました。
降りてきて最後に海に着水＝ポチャンをするか？しないか？を選択できました。
個人差はありますが、おしりを濡らす程度で盛り上がるので、私はポチャンにてみて良かったです（＾＾）

I always find it easy to make reservations with VELTRA.

I participated in a sandbar tour for the first time. The staff were fun and lively, and I had a wonderful time. As for the main event, we saw so many sea turtles that it felt almost staged! (laughs) The sandbar was beautiful, and the snorkeling that followed was safe and well-organized, making it enjoyable even for my 5-year-old child!

I would love to use this service again. Thank you!

VELTRAは予約も簡単でいつも利用させていただいています。

はじめてサンドバーツアーに参加しました。
スタッフ方々も楽しく盛り上げて頂き、とても良い時間を過ごさせて頂きました。
肝心の内容は、ウミガメウオッチングは仕込み？なくらい見られてました！笑
サンドバーもとてもキレイで、その後のシュノーケリングも安全の配慮も完璧で楽しく出来き5歳の子供も楽しく出来ました！

また利用したいです。
ありがとうございました！

The wind was strong and the weather wasn't great, but the crew on the boat was really good at keeping things lively, and I had a great time. Since it was close to high tide, I’d like to go again when I can walk normally.

風が強く、天気もイマイチでしたが、船の方が盛り上げ上手で楽しく過ごせました。
満潮近かったので、今度は普通に歩ける時に行きたいです。

I arrived a little late, around 6:30 PM, after the check-in time of 6:15 PM, but there was no problem at all, and I made it in time.

After completing the check-in and entering, the first thing you do is take a commemorative photo with a dancer. That photo was sold to us for $25 during the meal.

After the photo session, I received a Mai Tai drink and waited while enjoying chips, macadamia nuts, and fruits before entering the show venue. You can choose between an alcoholic or non-alcoholic Mai Tai.

Once inside the show venue, we were guided to the first-floor seats since we had a course meal. Those with buffet meals were seated on the second floor, but I think the second-floor seats have a better view. The first-floor seats are oriented sideways, while the second-floor seats face forward.

When we sat down, salad, shrimp, and bread were already prepared. Since it includes one drink, we ordered our beverages and started the meal. We arrived about 15 minutes late, so those who came early had already started their meals. The main dish, which included fish and meat, arrived on one plate at the same time. The dessert consisted of two servings of ice cream on finely chopped pineapple. Honestly, I didn't need two of the same dessert; I wanted to try different kinds!

I found the meal to be mediocre. I should have opted for the cheaper buffet meal.

However, I really enjoyed the show itself. Michael didn't quite resemble the original, though. (laughs)

チェックイン時間の18時15分より少し遅れて18時半頃行きましたが全く問題なく間に合いました。

受付を済ませ中に入ると最初にダンサーの方と記念写真を撮られます。その写真は食事中に25ドルで販売しにきました。

写真撮影後マイタイドリンクをもらい、チップスやマカデミアナッツ、フルーツなどを食べながら、ショー会場へ入るのを待つ感じになります。マイタイはアルコールかノンアルコールから選べます。

ショー会場へ入ると、コース料理付きの私達は一階席へ案内されます。ブッフェ料理付きのコースの方達は二階席になりますが、二階席のほうが見やすいと思います。一階席は横向きに見る感じですが、二階席は椅子が正面を向いています。

席に着くと、サラダとエビとパンがすでに用意されてありました。1ドリンク付きなので飲み物を注文し食事開始です。私達は15分ほど遅れて行ったので、早く来た方々はすでに食事開始されていました。メインの魚とお肉は1プレートにのって同時にきます。デザートは細かいパイナップルの上にアイスがのったものが2つ。正直同じデザート2つもいらないです。違う種類のデザートが食べたかった！
私は食事はイマイチでした。安いブッフェ料理付きのコースにすれば良かったです。

ショー自体はすごく楽しめました。マイケルが微妙に似ていませんでしたが。笑

We had the most incredible evening - these women are kickass and we couldn't have imagined a better crew!! The drinks were great, the sunset unbelievable and the boat was VERY clean - even the bathrooms were nice and clean. We would definitely do this again when back in Hawaii!

Highly recommend a Hawaiian Mimosa by the way!! Well worth the money for an evening on the water - big enough that it's spacious too. Thank you girls for such a memorable evening!! <3

The guide was very enjoyable, and I felt safe while experiencing the thrilling parasailing. I would like to participate again.

ガイドしてくれた方も大変楽しく　安心してスリルあるパラセールが楽しめました。
また　参加してみたいです。

There are a lot of sharks, and you can see them very closely. I wouldn't recommend it for those who don't speak any English at all, but if you can understand a little, the staff is kind and friendly, and I think it's a lot of fun. The boat rocks a lot, so taking motion sickness medication is essential.

サメはたくさんいますし、とても近くで見れます。
英語が全くダメな方にはオススメしませんが、少し理解出来る方であればスタッフも親切ですしフレンドリーでとても楽しいと思います。
船がめちゃくちゃ揺れるので船酔いの薬は必須です。

The guidance was clear and easy to understand in Japanese, allowing me to enjoy the half-day experience. I checked the tide schedule in advance and chose the morning course since I was attending with a one-year-old. Although I couldn't go snorkeling because I had my child with me, I still had a great time. This was my second time participating, but unfortunately, the weather was a bit worse compared to my last visit. I would like to come back on a sunny day to show my child the sandbar!

日本語で分かりやすく誘導してくださり、半日通して楽しく参加できました。
事前に潮の満ち引きを調べて、また1歳の子連れで参加だったため、午前だけのコースにしました。
子連れだったのでシュノーケリングはできませんでしたが、十分楽しむことができました。
今回は2度目の参加でしたが、前回とは違い天気が少し悪かったのが残念でした。また天気のいい日に子どもにサンドバーを見せてあげたいのでリベンジしたいと思います！

At first, I was scared, but once I got used to it, I enjoyed it like a bird! You can get a great view of Diamond Head and Waikiki. It's okay to put your smartphone in a waterproof case and hang it around your neck. It might be a good idea to take motion sickness medicine for peace of mind. I recommend the $30 photo package; they take a lot of great pictures!

はじめは怖かったですが慣れると鳥の気分で楽しめました！
ダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキを一望できます。
スマホは防水ケースに入れて首に下げてオッケーです。
酔い止めは飲んだ方が安心かも。
30ドルの写真もたくさん撮ってもらえておすすめです。

Amazing tour!! Kory was a great pilot! Captain rob was an awesome tour guide!

When inexperienced riders go horseback riding in Japan, there are often people pulling the reins beside them, but here, the ranch staff leads the way on horseback, forming a line and taking about 1.5 hours to tour the ranch. There were many amusing incidents, such as the horses bumping into each other, starting to eat grass, and needing to relieve themselves, which made it enjoyable. Among the six customers, we were the only Japanese.

日本で未経験者が乗馬となると、オーバルコースで横に手綱を引く人がいたり、だと思いますが、ここでは牧場スタッフが騎乗した馬を先頭に、隊列を組んで1.5時間かけて牧場内を回ります。
乗馬した馬同士でどつきあったり、草を食べ始めたり、用をたしたりのハプニングが多数あって、楽しめました。
6人のお客のうち、日本人は私達だけでした。

I was worried about how much my 2-year-old would enjoy it, but it seems they had fun seeing cows, pigs, and the ocean. Thanks to the Japanese staff who explained everything kindly, we had a great time! We brought a stroller, and they also helped us with where to put it, which was very helpful! During the final garden tour, my child got a bit restless and couldn't sit still, so we let them run freely on the grass in the great outdoors while we waited for the older kids to finish their activities. It turned out to be a very relaxing and enjoyable time.

2歳の子がどこまで楽しめるか不安でしたが
牛やブタさん、海も見れて楽しんでくれたようです。
日本語スタッフが丁寧に説明してくれたおかげでとても楽しめました！
ベビーカーも持っていきましたが置き場所も教えてもらえたり助かりました！
最後のガーデンツアーは、さすがに
子どもが飽きてきてじっと乗ってられないので
大自然の中芝生で思いっきり走らせて
上の子たちのアクティビティが終わるのを待ちましたが、とてもゆっくりした良い時間を過ごせました。

The weather was changeable with rain coming and going. It was a two-hour course, but we could see both the mountains and the sea, which was very beautiful. However, there was only one shuttle bus, and everyone had to gather at 7 AM for both the 9 AM and 11 AM courses, resulting in a lot of waiting time after arriving on site.

雨が降ったりやんだりで天気が変わりやすい中でした。2時間コースでしたが山も海もみれてとても綺麗でした。ただ送迎のバスが一台で、9時台のコースも11時台のコースもみんな7時集合、現地に着いてからの待ち時間が多かったです。

I was anxious about my first fishing trip abroad, but the pickup van was easy to identify as it was blue, just like the tour company's name, and the crew were really nice people.

We only caught one fish, but we enjoyed the experience enough while cruising and admiring Diamond Head. By the way, there were others around us who caught two or three fish or more.

If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would love to participate again.

初めての海外での釣りで、ピックアップから不安でしたが、ピックアップのバンはツアー会社の名前通りブルーのバンで分かりやすく、クルーも良い人たちでした。

魚は私たちは１匹しか釣れませんでしたが、ダイヤモンドヘッドを眺めながらのクルージング感覚で十分楽しめました。ちなみに周りは２～３匹以上釣ってる人もいました。

次回もハワイに行く機会があればまた参加したいです。

Awesome people!
Awesome weather!
Totally awesome experience

Great crew just the right amount of time and I burn easy. Just bring stuff to cover up and sunscreen. So much fun and a unbelievable experience. Most of what we saw didnt seem real, like we were watching it on tv.

We participated as a couple. I'm not very comfortable with heights, but being over the ocean made it not a problem at all. We joined at a height of 130 meters, but I think you can enjoy it at any height.

I thought about taking photos from above, but I was worried I might drop my smartphone, so I gave up. I ended up purchasing the photos taken by the guide.

Although we're not a young couple, we really wanted to participate in activities that feel Hawaiian, so it was great.

Also, the fact that the time commitment wasn't too long was a plus. After it was over, we could head back quickly, allowing us to enjoy the rest of the day.

夫婦で参加しました。余り高いところが得意ではないのですが、海の上だからか全然気にならなかったです。高さ130ｍで参加しましたが、どの高さでもそれなりに楽しめると思います。

上空から写真を撮ろうかとも思いましたが、スマホを落としそうな気がして断念。ガイドさんに撮っていただいた写真を購入しました。

若い夫婦ではないのですが、ハワイっぽいアクティビティにも参加したいと思っていたのですごく良かったです。

後は拘束時間がそんなに長くないのも良かったです。終わったらサクッと帰れたので、その後も1日色々遊べます。

In the morning, I was excited in the car that picked me up. The driver was also an interesting person, which made it enjoyable. They took photos on the boat, but I didn't purchase any... When we soared into the sky, it was truly refreshing! I also enjoyed the usual Japan experience!

朝、お迎えの車の中からドキドキしていました。ドライバーさんも面白い方で楽しめました。船の中では写真を撮ってくれましたが購入はしませんでした・・・。大空に舞い上がったときは本当に爽快でした！お決まりのジャポンも楽しめました！

I was worried because I was about 10 minutes late for the meeting time, so I called the tour company. They told me to keep waiting as they were on their way, and a few minutes later, the pickup van arrived. It seemed to take some time because quite a few participants were on board. We sped along in a boat with little rocking for about 10 minutes and then flew in groups. There were groups that only got splashed a little on their toes and others that got splashed multiple times, so if you have a preference, you can let the guide know to enjoy it more. The guide didn't seem to speak much Japanese, but they tried to understand with their limited English, so there's no need to worry. It was fun!! Thank you, guide!! There are many photos, and all of them are beautifully taken, so it's worth buying them.

集合時間から１０分ほど遅れたので心配でツアー会社に電話をしました。
そっちに向かっているので引き続き待っていてと言われ、数分後に迎えのバンが来ました。参加者が結構乗っていたので時間がかかったようです。揺れの少ない船で１０分ほど爆走し、グループごとに飛びました。水ジャポンは足先だけちょびっとのグループと何度もジャポンされたグループがあったので、希望があればガイドさんに言うと楽しめます。日本語はあまり話せなさそうでしたが、つたない英語でも理解しようとしてくれるので心配いらないです。楽しかったです！！ガイドさんありがとう！！写真はたくさんあり全てきれいに撮れているので買ったほうがいいです。