All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

I have a bit of a fear of heights, but I decided to make a reservation to enjoy the beautiful scenery. I was worried about whether I would understand the instructions, but the instructors were very friendly and communicated with me in simple English, so it wasn't a problem. I don't usually experience motion sickness, but after reading other people's experiences, I took some motion sickness medication just in case. The boat rocked more than I expected, so I was glad I took it. I asked for photos to be taken at the reception, and after the experience, I received the data and an SD card. The photos captured my surprised face when we took off and my happy face as I was immersed in the sea, and I’m glad I purchased them. Floating gently, I was able to slowly admire the beautiful sea and Diamond Head; it was a very beautiful and wonderful experience.

高所恐怖症気味ですが、せっかくのきれいな景色でと思い切って予約しました。説明など理解できるか不安でしたが、インストラクターの方々も感じ良く、簡単な英語のみでコミュケーション取っていただけるので問題ありませんでした。乗り物酔いはほとんど経験がないですが、他の方の体験記を読んで念のため酔い止めを飲みました。船が思った以上に揺れるので、飲んでよかったです。受付の際に写真撮影をお願いし、終わってからデータとSDカードを頂きました。飛び立つ際のびっくりした顔や海に浸かる瞬間の楽しそうな顔が写真に残り、購入してよかったです。ふわふわと浮かびながら、きれいな海やダイヤモンドヘッドをゆっくりと眺めることができ、とても美しくて素敵な体験でした。

I had seen Cirque du Soleil in Japan, so I participated because I heard it could be seen in Hawaii as well. It was compactly organized, but I enjoyed it from start to finish with a Hawaiian flair. This time I watched from the front row, but since the venue isn't that large, I thought it might be nice to sit in the back row next time to get a better overall view.

日本でシルク・ド・ソレイユを観たとがあったので、ハワイでも観られるとの事で参加しました。
コンパクトにまとめられていますがハワイらしい演出で最初から最後まで楽しめました。
今回は前列で観ましたが会場はそれほど広くないので次回、機会があれば全体を見渡せられる後列でもいいかなあと思いました。

I've always wanted to try skydiving at least once in my life, so I signed up for an optional tour during my trip to Hawaii. (From the moment I signed up until the moment I jumped, a slight sense of anxiety kept bubbling up.) I was looking for places to do it in Japan, but I thought it would be better to have a beautiful view and an authentic experience, so I decided to do it in Hawaii.

Now that I've finished the experience, I truly feel, "I really jumped, I really did it." I thought I might be able to manage a little in Japanese, but it was all in English communication. However, they taught me everything well with gestures, so it was fine.

Since it was tandem, I think it's good to just trust the pilot and embrace the fear and excitement as you jump. I'm really glad I had the experience! I feel like I might want to do it again... which is a bit scary, haha.

人生で一度はスカイダイビングをやってみたいと思い、ハワイ旅行のオプショナルツアーで申し込んでみました。（申し込んでから飛ぶその瞬間まで、うっすらと不安心配が湧き出てきました。）
日本でもできるところを探していましたが、どうせなら綺麗な風景と本格的な体験と思い、ハワイでの実際を決めました。
体験し終わった今、「本当に飛んだんだなぁ、できたんだなぁ」としみじみ感じます。
少しくらいは日本語でいけるかな、と思いましたが完全な英語コミュニケーションでした。でも大体のことはジェスチャー交えてしっかり教えて貰えるので大丈夫でした。
タンデムなので、とにかくパイロットに任せて怖さもドキドキも素直に抱えて飛べると良いと思います。
体験できて本当に良かったです！またやりたい…と思いそうで怖い笑

Incredible! The blue sea and the breathtaking panorama! I think it's something everyone should experience at least once! I want to experience it again next year.

とにかくすごい！の一言
青い海と絶景パノラマです！
1度は体験すべきだと思います！
来年もまた体験したいと思います。

Our driver Alan was great - very funny and knowledgeable. We were able to see the highlights of Oahu in a way that didn't feel rushed or like we spent too much time in any one place. It was nice to get outside of Honolulu and see less crowded parts of the island.

The sea was murky and the visibility wasn't great, but it was amazing to see the underwater world that you can't usually experience. It seems the visibility is better in the morning. I wasn't sure when to start the Japanese guide, so if you could make that clearer, I think it would enhance the experience even more.

海が濁っており透明度は今一でしたが、普段体験できない海の中を見る事ができ最高でした。
午前中の方が透明度が高いようです。
日本語のガイドをスタートさせるタイミングが分からなかったので分かるようにしていただけるともっと楽しめると思います。

We had a group of 6 adults who all had a great time. The staff were friendly and helpful. One female employee was extra helpful to my 83 year old uncle. The boat is nice and not too crowded with guests. We had a gorgeous day so our pics were beautiful in the clear, blue water. We had plenty of time to use the paddle boards and snorkel. The snorkeling was ok. The reef seems like it is dead. We saw a couple of turtles and small fish but not the best snorkeling I have done. We brought our own alcohol and the staff gave us some ice. Snacks were ok but I think for the price - lunch should be provided. It was one of our most expensive excursions. It was good transportation was included but we did have a rental car. The boats have bins to keep your belongings dry and safe. Bring a water proof cell phone case to take water / snorkel pics. Bring towels and sunscreen. It was nice to have a bathroom on board too. Music was playing but it was not a party vibe.

Clothes, shoes, and bags that can get dirty are essential. Since we were in a car, we could place the bags on the seat, but sand flew in while driving, so they got dirty. The reception and facility explanations were in Japanese, but during the buggy ride, the guide's explanations were in English. I didn't translate, but I understood the guide's explanations to some extent, and they asked if I wanted to take photos, so I was able to take a lot of pictures.

汚れてもいい服、靴、カバンは必須です。
車なのでカバンはシートの上に置けますが、走行中に砂が飛んでくるので汚れます。
受付や施設の説明は日本語でしたが、バギーの最中にガイドさんの説明は英語でした。
翻訳はしませんでしたが、ガイドさんの説明は何となく分かり、写真撮ろうか？と声をかけてくれるので、写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。

You can see shipwrecks and airplanes, which is great for those who are not confident in snorkeling, as it allows you to safely view the seabed. You can also see fish clearly, and if you're lucky, you might spot sea turtles or sharks. No matter which side you sit on, the boat turns alternately, so you can get a good view of the shipwrecks and other sights!

沈没船や、飛行機を見ることが出来て、シュノーケリングに自信が無い方には安全に海底を見れるのでいいと思います。
魚もしっかり見れ、運が良ければウミガメやサメも見ることができます。
左右どちらに座っても、交互にターンしてくれるのでしっかり沈没船等は見ることが出来ました！

I watched from a Category 1 seat, and luckily, I was seated next to the Grand Circle. It was a truly wonderful experience and a great memory. However, the venue was very cold due to the air conditioning, so I brought a blanket with me, just in case. The venue isn't very large, so I think you can enjoy it from any seat, even from the back.

カテゴリー１の席で観ましたが運良くグランドサークルの隣の席でした。大変素晴らしく良い思い出になりました。ただ会場は冷房ですごく、冷えているので私は膝掛けを持っていきました。なんとなく予感で。会場もそんなに広くはないので後ろでも、どの席でも、楽しめると思います。

It was fun! The service was great and I was excited! I want to improve my English skills and try again! There were surprises along the way! The scenery was amazing, and the guide was kind. I definitely recommend experiencing this when you go to Hawaii.

楽しかった！サービスもよくエキサイトしました！
もっと英語力付けてリベンジしたいです！
途中サプライズもあったりして！
景色はサイコーだしガイドさんも親切で、ハワイに行ったらぜひ体験してほしいです。

We were lucky enough to be hosted by Stephanie who was just awesome. Saying awesome is an understatement as she was much more than that. When my sister and her family were here a few months ago, they were hosted by Stephanie and had nothing but good things to say. Their experience is why we booked the same tour and she was very knowledgeable about the island and very welcoming. Thank you Stephanie for such a nice experience!!!

I made the right choice by joining this sunset cruise since I can't drink alcohol. We set sail at 5 PM and enjoyed about two and a half hours until sunset, and it was amazing to swim off the coast of Waikiki. The three young crew members operated the catamaran efficiently while ensuring our safety, which was impressive.

お酒が飲めないのでこちらのサンセットクルーズに参加して大正解でした。
夕方5時に出航してサンセットまで約2時間半、ワイキキ沖で泳ぐ事もできて最高でした。若い3人のクルー達が安全に気を付けながらテキパキとカタマランを操作する様子もカッコよかったです。

We come back often from California and always have a luau at the Hilton . It’s fun, great story telling. Great performances and food! Highly recommend

I made a reservation for Wednesday after the park's closure, but I was really disappointed by the lack of fish. However, since both the ocean and the beach are beautiful, I think it’s worth going if you focus on enjoying the beautiful sea.

休園日後の水曜日に予約したのですが…凄く魚が少なくて残念でした。
ただ海もビーチも綺麗なので『綺麗な海を楽しむ』をメインにすると行く価値があるかと思います。

We had a good time bonding as a family, all the staff were very friendly and accommodating, even our bus transportation was smooth. We enjoyed most the banana boat ride and snorkeling. My husband took our video with a selfie stick while riding the banana boat and it was hilarious to watch all our faces! We went home with all smiles on our face. It’s worth what we paid for!

I signed up with my grandparents in their 70s. One great point was that the admission fee for Diamond Head was included. It took about 20 minutes to get from the hotel to the Diamond Head parking lot, and it took about an hour to hike up and around 30 minutes to come back down, giving us plenty of time to look at souvenirs. We also enjoyed the driver explaining the sightseeing spots during the ride!

70代の祖父母と申し込みました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドの入場料込みなのも良い点でした。ホテルからダイヤモンドヘッドの駐車場まで20分程度で到着し、行きは1時間程度、帰りは30分程度で下山することができ、お土産を見る時間も十分ありました。
車中では、ドライバーの方が観光スポットの説明をしてくれたのも楽しめました！

We participated as a couple with our child who is in the third grade. We chose a morning course in mid-June. The shallow area was indeed shallow, but for elementary school students, it was about 140 centimeters deep, so they couldn't touch the bottom at all. The shallowest part was just about reachable. The weather was cloudy with occasional sunshine, but it was very beautiful, and our child loved it. We rode together on a kayak as a group of four, sat on a paddleboard with just our child, and even let our child paddle alone while we held the rope.

The welcome food, donuts, seemed to be very delicious.

We participated in a set plan with a banana boat and an octopus boat, but the octopus boat was thrilling enough to be scary even for adults. (Next time, we probably won't participate.)

小学3.1年生の子供と夫婦とで参加。6月中旬午前中のコースを選びました。浅瀬は浅瀬でしたが、小学生は全く脚つかず深さ大体140センチ位。一番浅いところはどうにか着くかなぁといった深さ。天気は曇り時々晴れといった具合でしたが、とっても綺麗で子供も大絶賛。カヤックに4人で乗ったり、サップに子供と2人で座って乗ったり、はたまた子供のみ乗せて大人がヒモを持って子供1人でパドリングを楽しんだり。

ウェルカムフードとしてドーナッツもとてもおいしかった様子。

バナナボートとタコのボートのセットプランに参加したのですが、タコのボートは大人でも怖いくらいにスリル満点でした。(次はきっと参加しない)

The seat was in the second row from the front, and it wasn't directly facing the stage. Since we couldn't choose, it couldn't be helped. However, it was incredibly powerful! You could feel the actors' breath. If you have the time, I highly recommend seeing this performance. Thank you!

前から２列目という舞台を見上げるほどの席、しかも正面ではありませんでした。
こちらで選べないので仕方ありません。
ですが、迫力満点！息遣いも伝わってきます。お時間があるならぜひ観ていただきたい舞台です。
ありがとうございました。

It was my first trip to Hawaii and it was a great experience!

It was my first trip to Hawaii and it was a great experience!

Our guide was fantastic in showing us the beautiful island of Oahu. We spent the perfect amount of time at each stop in order to get an overview of the island.

I became interested through a media introduction. I participated with my elderly parents in their 70s, and it was enjoyable as long as you weren't the one paddling. We were able to experience the planned three waves. A professional photographer takes pictures, but I would have appreciated being able to easily use my own phone or camera.

メディアの紹介で興味を持ちました
70歳台の高齢両親との参加でしたが、漕ぎ手でなければ楽しく参加できました
予定の3回波のりを体験できました
プロのカメラマンが写真撮影をしてくれますが、自分の携帯かカメラを容易に使用できると嬉しいなと思いました

The tour details from Beltora indicated an end time around 2 PM, but we were informed that the expected arrival time at the hotel would be 3:30 PM. During the latter part of the tour, we moved slowly through downtown and the Ala Moana area while explanations were provided from the bus. We were also asked about taking photos at the King Kamehameha statue. Since I was under the impression that the tour would end around 2 PM, I thought it might be a good idea to revise the introduction page if the hotel arrival time is indeed around 3:30 PM.

ベルトラさんのツアー内容からは終了時間が14時ころとなっていましたが
終了予定時間は15:30ホテル到着と案内され、後半はバスの中からダウンタウンやアラモアナ周辺をゆっくり移動しながら説明がなされました
カメハメハ大王像での写真撮影有無について声をかけていただいたりしました
14時ころ終了と認識していたので、もしホテル到着時間が15:30ころなら紹介ページの修正をしたほうがよいのかな、と思いました

I wanted to join the tour because I had never been to a coffee farm on other optional tours. I have also done a coffee farm tour on the Big Island. I simply love natural coffee, and there were many different flavored coffees. Although it wasn't my favorite coffee, I was glad to have the opportunity to visit. It was my first time exploring a farm. Before participating in the tour, I watched an introductory video and learned about the tour content, and I was able to walk right in the middle of the farm. This time, I was able to taste freshly cut pineapple right from the field. Hawaiian pineapple is delicious, but the pineapple I ate directly at the farm was even better! I was happy to receive a whole pineapple as a souvenir, but I was surprised that I couldn't bring it back to Japan. The staff at the shop was Japanese, and they kindly offered to exchange it for cut pineapple for the Japanese participants, which was very helpful. The pineapple juice and fruit samples at the shop were also very delicious! Additionally, there were three types of Waialua coffee available for tasting, and I purchased some. I thought the tour fee was a bit high, so I was glad to participate in the monitor tour. In terms of the rarity of this tour, I thought it would be fun to experience places like Wahiawa Botanical Garden, which has free admission, aside from the farm.

ほかのオプショナルツアーでは寄ることがほとんどなかったコーヒー農園に行ってみたかったのでツアー参加を希望しました
ハワイ島でもコーヒー農園巡りをしたことがあります
シンプルにナチュナルコーヒーが好きだったのでいろいろなフレーバーコーヒーが多くて
自分の好みコーヒーではなかったですが寄ることができてよかったです
農園は初めての散策です
ツアー参加前に紹介動画をみてツアー内容を知ることができましたが、まさに農園の真ん中散策ができます
今回は農園の畑でもいだパイナップルをその場でカットして試食させていただくこともできました
ハワイのパイナップルはおいしいですが、農園で直接食べたパイナップルはさらに美味しかったです～
おみやげのパイナップルは1玉そのものいただいたときはうれしかったですが、日本に持ち帰りできないしびっくりしました
売店の店員さんが日本人で日本人参加者にはカットパインとチェンジしましょうか？と声をかけていただいて助かりました
売店でのパイナップルジュースと果実も試食として出していただきとても美味しかった！
またワイアルアコーヒーの試飲も3種類あり購入させていただきました
ツアー代金は高いな～と思ったのでモニターツアーに参加できてよかったです
このレアさの強いツアーという意味では農場以外の場所としてワヒアワ植物園とか入場無料ですし、こういう場所の体験ができたりすると楽しいのかなと思いました

The captain and the crew were amazing! Best part was the sandbar and enjoying the view of the island.

This was my third time sailing. There were some waves, but since it was a catamaran, it didn't rock too much, and it was the best sailing experience.

今回3回目のセーリングでした。
そこそこ波もありましたが、カタマランなので大きく揺れることもなく最高のセーリングでした。

Five out of the six groups were Japanese, but all six groups had a sense of unity and it was very enjoyable. This was likely because the staff were fun and friendly, and they always took care to communicate in simple Japanese and clear English while we were putting on our gear on the boat heading out to sea. The world above during parasailing was surprisingly calm. Next time, I want to try other activities as well.

６組中５組が日本人でしたが、６組全てのグループが一体感がありとても楽しかったです。
それはスタッフの方が楽しく友好的で、
海上へ向かうボート内で、装具を付ける際も、いつも片言の日本語とわかりやすい英語で気遣ってくれたからと思います。
パラセイリングの上空は意外にも穏やかな世界でした。
次は他のアクティビティも挑戦したいです。

The tide was just right for snorkeling. If the tide had been lower with the sandbar exposed, snorkeling would have been difficult. In addition to snorkeling, you can also experience SUP and kayaking. I wish I had tried SUP as well.

シュノーケリング目的だったので、潮位はちょうどよかった。サンドバーが出ている潮位だと、シュノーケリングは難しかったかな。シュノーケリングのほかに、SUPやカヤックも体験できます。ＳＵＰもやってみればよかった。

We participated as a couple in our 60s. The two young American staff members who took care of us were cheerful and engaged us in conversation in English. They prepared everything carefully, and before we knew it, we were launched into the air. The fear I had imagined was completely absent, and I was thrilled by the pleasant tension and the wonderful scenery.

夫婦２人(60代)で参加しました。担当してくれたアメリカ人青年2人は明るくて、英語でしたが色々話しかけてくれました。準備を丁寧にしてくれて、沖に出るあっという間に空中に放たれました。想像していた恐怖感は全くなく、ここち良い緊張と素晴らしい景色に興奮しました。

We enjoyed the dinner and of course the main Show ..we definitely will come back again.