All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

We have a family of 7 and everyone was extremely excited to go. 3 of us had experienced the Snuba back in March. It was awesome that the crew remembered us. We were treated exceptionally well. The crew sat with those that were a bit apprehensive about the Snuba and created a relaxed atmosphere and worked with them and made it just as enjoyable for them. It was awesome! We have two 12 year olds and they did a wonderful job. We saw Dolphins, turtles and tons of fish. We would recommend this adventure to anyone and would gladly do it again and again. Hats off to the crew!!

The trip around the island was great I would highly recommend Veltra tours. The trip was made even better by our guide Bethany who was an endless wealth of knowledge, we did this trip2 years ago with another company and I can honestly say that we learnt 10 times more with your tour.

Great day out lots of shows lots of fun you need a guide as it's very big place food very good will go again if we go back

The weather was clear, so the sea was beautifully blue! I couldn't clearly spot the sea turtles, but the guide was calling out directions to everyone.

I was also impressed by the schools of fish while snorkeling! However, it was quite cold when we got out of the water, so a towel change is a must!

晴れていたので海も青くきれいでした！
ウミガメも私ははっきり見つけられなかったですが
ガイドさんが何時の方向ー！とみなさんに声をかけ教えてくれていました。

シュノーケリングも魚の列が見えたりと感動しました！
ただやはり海から上がると寒かったので
タオル着替え必須です！

We are not used to traveling abroad, so we have a lot of worries. The main concerns were: 1) clothing, 2) belongings & luggage, 3) temperature, and 4) snorkeling. Additionally, I have some other thoughts.

1) Clothing
I wore a swimsuit with a rash guard on top and quick-drying pants that are 3/4 length. Long skirts were seen here and there. Even those in long pants were relaxed and free. There were various styles, including half shorts and hot pants, and some people wrapped towels around themselves. Most men wore knee-length swimsuits. On the way back, you can just lay down your towel and ride the bus as is. There are no designated changing areas, but you can change in the restroom.

2) Belongings & luggage
There is zero security. Rings and other small items can easily be lost, so newlyweds should be careful. There are no opportunities to use credit cards; cash for tips should suffice. You can store your belongings under the chairs, but seawater can drip from those sitting on the chairs, so they may get wet. Avoid fabric items. If you wrap your towel and change of clothes in plastic, you should be fine. I brought my passport but didn’t use it. I regretted not bringing a towel for the return bus, as it was very cold. With the air conditioning, I felt like I was in training with wet hair and a wet swimsuit. It was freezing. I went straight to the bath when I got back to the hotel.

3) Temperature
On June 13, it was sunny and perfect. It seems it was a bit cold at the sandbar a little while ago. This time of year is ideal, but it can get too hot later on, which can drain your energy due to direct sunlight.

4) Snorkeling
My 65-year-old mother did not participate and waited on the boat. I snorkeled for the first time. There were striped fish, but no colorful ones, and since there was no food, they didn’t come close, but I was satisfied. I think it lasted about 10 minutes, which was just right considering it was my first time and my mother was waiting alone on the boat. In addition to the life jackets provided to everyone, there was also a long floating stick. With the life jacket, I was able to relax and enjoy the underwater view.

That sums up my concerns and the results.

Regarding the flow after boarding, we stayed at the turtle spot and searched for turtles from the boat → arrived at the sandbar, got off and wandered around (taking photos individually and getting photos taken) → returned to the boat to prepare for snorkeling → moved to the snorkeling area. Since the boat doesn’t move, those who don’t snorkel can wander around the sandbar → snorkeling → return to the boat → lunch while heading back.

It’s best to board early. If there are many participants, good seats will be gone. The interior of the boat is recommended for those who don’t want to get sunburned. However, you can only see the sea from the sides and back of the boat. After snorkeling, I recommend returning to the boat without lingering. Everyone pays the same amount, and while we want to enjoy ourselves equally, others are others. No one will give up a good seat. Let’s enjoy ourselves while maintaining basic manners and asserting ourselves.

Turtles. They showed up here and there.

Restrooms. There are supposedly two on the boat, but I recommend using the ones at the port to avoid wasting time. They were cleaner than restrooms in Japanese stations or parks. We didn’t use the boat’s restroom, but unlike in Japan, they use a pump system for flushing, and paper should be disposed of in the trash.

Food and drink. Soft drinks were provided upon boarding. After snorkeling, we had sandwiches (ham and cheese) and about 7-8 pieces of something like Doritos, along with warm tea. I thought it was a bit shabby, but considering I had just swum for 10 minutes, the sandwiches and Doritos were delicious, especially since we could eat them casually on the boat. With many participants, I think it was best to have something we could sit down and eat calmly. The warm tea

海外に慣れた2人じゃないので心配が山ほど。
心配だった主なことは①服装②持ち物&荷物③気温④シュノーケリング。あとその他、思ったことなど。
①服装
水着に上はラッシュガード、下は9分丈の乾きやすいパンツ。長いスカートはチラホラ。長いパンツでも浮くこともなく皆さん自由&ラフ。下はハーフパンツ、ホットパンツの丈、バスタオルを巻いている人と様々でした。男性は膝丈の水着の方ばかりでした。
帰りは持参したタオルを敷けばそのままバスに乗れます。
着替える専用の場所はありませんが、トイレで着替えることができます。

②持ち物&荷物
セキュリティはゼロです。指輪とか落としやすいそうです。新婚さん注意。クレカを使う場面はありません。チップ分のキャッシュのみで良いと思います。イスの下に荷物を入れますが海水が椅子に座った人からつたって入ってしまうので濡れます。布製は避けましょう。タオルや着替えはビニールに包めば大丈夫です。パスポートも持っていきましたが使いません。私は帰りのバスが非常に寒かったのでバスタオルを持っていけば良かったと後悔しました。エアコンが効いているので髪も水着も濡れた状態では、修行している気分でした。極寒。ホテルについてお風呂に直行したくらい。

③気温
6/13晴れており最適でした。
少し前はサンドバーでも寒かったようです。これからの時期が最適で、その先になって暑すぎると直射日光で体力を消耗してしまうそうです。

④シュノーケリング
65歳の母は不参加で船で待ってました。
初めてシュノーケリングをしました。シマシマの魚はいましたが、カラフルな魚はいなく、また餌も無いので近くに来ることはありませんでしたが満足できました。10分程度だったと思いますが初めてであること、母が船で1人でまっていることを考えると10分という時間はちょうど良かったです。
全員に配備されるライフジャケット以外に、長い棒状の浮きもあり。ライフジャケットがあるので、リラックスして海中を見ることが出来ました。

以上が、心配していた事と結果です。その他について。

乗船してからの流れは、亀スポットにとどまり、船上から亀をみんなで探す→サンドバーに到着、降りてウロウロする(それぞれで写真を撮る、撮っても貰える)→船に戻ってシュノーケリングの準備→降りてシュノーケリングの場所に移動。船は動かないのでシュノーケリングしない人はサンドバーをウロウロしてても良いかも→シュノーケリング→船に戻る→ランチしながら帰港

乗船するのは早めが良いです。参加者が多いと、良い席がなくなります。船内は日焼けしたくない人にはお勧め。ただし船内からは海は脇と後方しか見れません。シュノーケリング後もタラタラせず船に戻ることをお勧めします。払ってる金額は一緒、平等に気楽にいきたいものですが、他人は他人。良い席を譲る人はおりません。最低限のマナーと自己主張のうえ、楽しみましょう。

亀。あちこちに姿を見せてくれました。

トイレ。船にも二つあるそうですが、せっかくの時間が勿体無いので港で済ませることをお勧めします。日本の駅や公園のトイレより清潔感がありました。私たちは船のトイレは利用しませんでしたが、日本のとは異なり流し方はポンプ式で紙は流さずゴミ箱に捨てるそうです。

飲食。乗船してソフトドリンク。シュノーケリングの後、サンドイッチ(ハムとチーズ)とドンタコス的なのが7〜8枚と、暖かいお茶。しょぼ〜、、と思いましたが、10分とはいえ泳いだ後でしたし、船の上で手づかみで気にせず食べれるサンドイッチとドンタコス的なものは最高に美味しかったです。参加者が多いので座って落ち着いて食べれるそれらはベストだと思いました。お茶も暖かくホッとできました。

午前中だけのツアーは、時間を有効に使える点、体力消耗を考えたらベストなツアーだと思いました。

案内をしてくださる方は日本語ペラペラ。女性で丁寧な説明をされる方だったので、安心できました。他のスタッフは現地感のあるラフで自由な人たちでした。

ちなみにサンドバーではタバコ吸ってもいいそうです。フィルター部分を捨てなければ。。
私たちは非喫煙者で特に母はタバコが嫌い。案内を聞いた時ちょっと残念でしたが、実際吸ってる人がいても、離れれて風上にいれば気になりませんでした。喫煙者の方は綺麗な海でタバコを吸えるなんて滅多にないので嬉しそうでした。

以上。帰りのバスの寒さ以外、とても満足できました。
寒さは自己の工夫と、管理次第でなんとかなります。

We gathered early in the morning while it was still dark. On the ship, the handsome crew entertained us with dancing and singing, but despite going without eating anything since the morning, we only received a single hamburger for lunch. There were no fruits as mentioned in the itinerary. In the end, there was no hula lesson after disembarking, and we were just taken back normally and dismissed. There was no information about the absence of the hula lesson. We returned to the hotel by noon. I felt it was questionable that, despite paying a high price to participate, the planned itinerary was not followed.

早朝暗いうちから集合。
船ではイケメンのクルーたちが踊ったり歌ったりして楽しませてくれますが、朝から何も食べずに行ったのに、ランチという名のハンバーガー一個だけ。
行程表に書いてあったフルーツもなし。
しまいには下船後のフラレッスンさえもなく普通に送迎されて解散でした。
フラレッスンがないというインフォメーションもなし。
12時にはホテルに帰ってきました。
高いお金を払って参加したのに、予定の行程をこなさないのはどうかと思いました。

Very good experience had a great time, very good food, great crew

I thought there would be a completely sandy beach, but at the shallowest point, it was only about knee-deep. The pure white sand and the blue sea were very beautiful, and I was able to take some amazing photos. I was able to see not only sea turtles but also manta rays! It was truly a wonderful view.

完全に砂浜があるとかと思っていましたが、一番浅いところで、膝くらいでした。
真っ白な砂、青い海がとてもキレイで、とても素敵な写真を撮ってもらうことができました。
ウミガメはもちろん、マンタまで見ることができました！
本当に素敵な景色でした。

We had a great experience on this dinner cruise. The entertainment was outstanding and the firework show was just the icing on top. The waitress and staff went beyond expectations to make sure we were having a great time. The food was good but I wish they would give an option for the lobster. I do not care for lobster and therefore did not eat it. I just wish the steak would have been a larger portion since we did not eat the lobster. Other than that, excellent time!

After surpassing our sixtieth birthdays, my spouse and I decided to join this tour without considering our age, and the result was an experience that exceeded our expectations, turning into an incredibly enjoyable adventure. At the sandbar, the crew set up a volleyball game and casually invited participants to join in, and despite our age, we jumped right into the fun and had a great time (though perhaps some others were annoyed?).

During the sea turtle watch, we not only saw sea turtles but also spotted three manta rays at the same time, making it a truly satisfying tour. However, the BBQ lunch? It was just hamburgers, so was that really BBQ? While it’s true that meat was grilled on the boat...

Overall, the crew and guides were exceptionally cheerful, and we had a fantastic time. Even in our sixties, we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. Thank you very much!

還暦を過ぎた夫婦二人、年も考えずにこのツアーに参加しましたが、結果は大満足を通り越して大大満足の楽しいツアーとなりました。サンドバーではクルーの方々がバレーボールのセッティングをし、参加者に気軽に呼び込みをされており、年も考えずに輪の中に入りましたが、それはそれで結構楽しみました。(他の人たちは迷惑がっていたかも?)
また、ウミガメウォッチでは、ウミガメはもちろん、マンタがそれも三匹も同時に見られ、納得のツアーとなりました。
ただ、BBQランチ?は、ハンバーガーだったので、あれがBBQ?
確かに船上で肉は焼かれてましたが・・・。
全体的に、クルーやガイドも底抜けに明るく大変楽しかったです。６０代でも十分に楽しめました。有難うございました。

I was very satisfied to be able to see wild dolphins and turtles at the same time. The hamburgers served on the boat were also very delicious. The staff were cheerful and made it a fun experience. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese, which was reassuring.

野生のイルカ・かめ
同時にあうことができ大変満足できました。
船上でだされるハンバーガーも大変おいしかったです。
スタッフの方々も陽気な人がいっぱいいるので楽しいです。
日本語の話せるスタッフもいて安心です。

The explanation was all in English, but since they explained it slowly for us Japanese people, there was no trouble. Also, the show was enjoyable regardless of the language, and the host's talk was really entertaining.

全て英語の説明でしたが、日本人のぼくらにはゆっくり説明してくれたので困ることはないです。また、ショーは言葉に関係無く楽しめ司会の人のトークは本当に面白かったです。

We were a bit anxious being the only Japanese people, but fortunately, there was a Japanese staff member from Okinawa, and we were able to have a fun conversation about Hawaii. It's a great tour where you can enjoy both fireworks and the sunset.

日本人は僕たちだけで不安でしたが、たまたま沖縄出身の日本人スタッフがいて楽しいハワイの話をすることが出来ました。花火とサンセットの両方を味わえるお得なツアーです。

Get a tour guide. A fantastic day. Would consider doing it again.

We did SNUBA with Cam and had a great time. The boat is beautiful and the crew are all really nice and fun to spend the time with. We also met lots of other nice people from around the world. Next time I think we would drive ourselves from Waikiki to Ko Olina just to give ourselves more flexibility. The shuttle was fine, but we wished we had driven ourselves. We didn't see any turtles, but we did see a big group of dolphins and lots of beautiful fish.

The location is very good, and since it's a bit away from the center of Waikiki, you can enjoy a quiet beach right in front of you while savoring the sunset during dinner. Of course, the French cuisine is also very delicious, and with the attentive service and consideration from the staff, I was able to spend a wonderful time.

ロケーションがとてもよく、ワイキキの中心地から少し離れていることもあり静かなビーチを目の前にサンセットを堪能しながら夕食をいただけます。もちろん、フレンチのお味もとても美味しく、お店の細やかな接客とご配慮もあり、とても素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。

This time!! I went to Sandbar for the first time and was so moved that I can't put it into words. I fell even more in love with Hawaii. I want to go again♡ Sandbar

今回!!初めてサンドバーに行って…言葉に表せないほど感動したよ。ハワイが更に大好きになりました。また、行きたいな♡サンドバー

I can't stress enough about how fun this activity was! The sandbar was wayyyy too beautiful and the snorkeling was amazing! The bonus was the sea turtles we saw and the yummy lunch included. Highly highly HIGHLY recommend. Loved it!

On my first trip to Hawaii, I visited the sandbar I had always wanted to see. It was incredibly beautiful, and I was able to relax there! Having lunch outside was exceptional. Thank you for a wonderful time!

初めてのハワイで、行ってみたかったサンドバー。すごく綺麗でゆっくり過ごせました！
ランチも外で食べると格別です。
楽しい時間をありがとうございました！

Since the main restaurant was fully booked and I couldn't make a reservation there, I booked this one instead. I wasn't expecting much, but it was great! The barbecue on the boat (hamburgers) was incredibly delicious and impressive. However, I participated in May, and it was very cold. When the sun was out, it was bearable, but when the clouds came, it was really cold, to the point where it took courage to go into the sea. I got stung by a jellyfish, but thanks to the kind staff, I felt very reassured. They properly treated me. I was also moved to see sea turtles up close! I want to go again when the weather is nice.

本家のほうが満員で予約がとれなかったので、こちらを予約しました。期待していなかったのですが、良かったです！
船上でのバーベキュー（ハンバーガー）がとっても美味しく感動しました。
ただ、５月の参加でしたがとても寒かったです。太陽が出たら、まだましなのですが、雲が出てきたら本当に寒くて、海に入るのも勇気がいるほどです。
クラゲに刺されてしまったのですが、日本人の親切なスタッフさんがいたおかげで、とても安心でした。キチンと処置もしてもらえました。
ウミガメも近くで見れて、感動しました！天気が良い時に、また行きたいです。

I participated in a guided tour in 2013, and the guide (Mark) was kind and fun, which made it really great. So in 2014, I joined without a guide for a more自由な感じ. The ocean was incredibly beautiful, and it made me feel like I wanted to live nearby.

2013年にガイド付きツアーに参加してガイドさん（マーク）も親切で楽しく、凄く良かったので、2014年はガイドなしで自由な感じで参加しました。とんでもなく海が綺麗で近くに住みたい気分になりました。

I participated in early May. On that day, Waikiki was sunny, but Kaneohe was cloudy with occasional rain. Perhaps because the weather wasn't good, it was very cold both on the boat and in the water. Everyone wrapped their jackets and towels around themselves to somehow endure the cold, wind, and rain; it felt like a training session. There were no seats available that could shield us from the rain and wind, so I was standing the whole time on the boat, which was tiring. It was disappointing that the price didn't match the experience...

5月上旬に参加しました。当日、ワイキキは快晴でしたが、カネオヘは曇り時々雨でした。天気が良くなかったからか、船上も水中もとっても寒かったです。全員持参した上着やタオルを体中に巻いてなんとか寒さと風と雨をしのぎ、まるで修行のような時間でした。雨&風を防げる座れる席がなかったため、船に乗っている間中、ずっと立ちっぱなしで疲れました。値段と割が合わなくて残念でした…。

After the wedding went off without a hitch, we spent the next day at the sandbar, having safely delivered our family and guests to the airport. However, despite the clear weather the day before, it rained on and off that day, and the temperature was low, so we ended up shivering as we entered the sandbar. Still, since it was the day after such a significant event, it became a nice memory for us to relax and enjoy together.

結婚式が無事に終わり、家族や参列者を無事に空港まで送り届けた翌日の二人の時間をサンドバーで過ごしました。
しかしながら、前日までの晴天もこの日は雨が降ったり止んだりで気温が低く、折角のサンドバーもブルブル震えながら入る事になりました、、、
それでも無事に終わった一大イベントの翌日なので、二人でゆっくり楽しめた事はいい思い出になりました。

We decided to go see authentic dance at the request of my wife's father. He was very excited about the Tahitian dance and was thrilled, saying, "That hip-shaking dance was great!" He was so into it that he plans to buy a video of Tahitian dance as soon as we return home. I was able to do a good deed for my father-in-law, who experienced his first trip abroad. Thank you very much.

妻のお父さんの希望で、本場のダンスを見にいく事になりました。タヒチアンダンスにお父さんも大興奮で、”あの尻振りダンスは良かった”と大喜びしていました。
帰国次第、タヒチアンダンスのビデオを購入するくらいのハマりようで、初めての海外となったお父さんに良い親孝行が出来ました。
ありがとうございます。

Best part of our vacation. Tony was our guide and he was great! Drive yourself so after the tour you can take advantage of the bikes and snorkel gear.
Thanks for s great time!

If you're going to Hawaii, it's a classic choice! The ocean is heavenly and incredibly beautiful! I got totally immersed in snorkeling with so many fish to see. Making my own hamburger for lunch was also fun. I definitely recommend participating!

ハワイに行くなら定番というか、王道です！
天国の海、めっちゃ綺麗でした！
シュノーケリングもお魚がたくさん
見れて夢中になってしまいました(^^)
ランチのハンバーガーも自分で
サンドして楽しかったです。
ぜひぜひ参加してほしいです！

Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach are beautiful, calm, and absolutely amazing! The sand is pure white, and the sea is a stunning cobalt blue, almost glowing.

Having experience kayaking in Kauai and Okinawa, my husband and I participated without a guide. It was so much fun and liberating! We enjoyed ourselves at our own pace, doing what we wanted, just the two of us.

What’s interesting about kayaking is that it’s easy to paddle and moves quickly, plus your viewpoint is close to the water’s surface. It feels like you’re one with the ocean, allowing you to enjoy the scenery fully.

We kayaked from Kailua Beach to Flat Island, then to Lanikai Beach, and back to Kailua Beach. Along the way, we took our time snorkeling at Lanikai Beach. There are corals scattered around, the waves are gentle, and we saw various fish. The sand at these beaches is so white and soft, it feels wonderful.

The recommended pizza for lunch was incredibly delicious! On the way back, we declined the shuttle and leisurely enjoyed sightseeing in Kailua. The bus that runs around the island is only $2.50, so if you want to enjoy Kailua town a bit longer, extending your stay is a great idea.

Carrying the kayak to the water is a bit challenging, but it’s a short distance, and I appreciate the American mindset of doing things for yourself and enjoying freely with personal responsibility.

The staff were all energetic, friendly, and pleasant. Thank you very much! If I go to Oahu again, I definitely want to kayak here!

カイルアビーチとラニカイビーチ、美しくて穏やかで最高ですね！
砂は真っ白海は発光しているかのようなコバルトブルー。
カウアイ島と沖縄でカヤック経験があるので、夫と二人、ガイドなしで参加しました。自由でとっても楽しかった！自分達のペースで、やりたいことを、自分達だけで好きなように楽しめました。

カヤックの面白いところは漕ぐのが簡単でよく進むし、目線が海面に近いこと。
まるで海と一体になったような感覚で景色を楽しむことが出来ます。

私たちはカヤックでカイルアビーチ→フラットアイランド→ラニカイビーチ→カイルアビーチと移動しました。途中ラニカイビーチでは、ゆっくりシュノーケリングを楽しみました。
珊瑚が転々とあり、波も穏やかで、いろんな魚を見られます。
この辺りのビーチは砂が真っ白でサラサラで気持ちいいです。

ランチのオススメのピザがとっても美味しかったです！
帰りは送迎を辞退し、のんびりカイルア観光を楽しみました。
島を走るTHE BUSも＄2.5と安いので、もう少しカイルアの町を楽しみたいと思った方は滞在時間を延ばすのも良いですね。

カヤックを海まで運ぶのは少し大変ですが、短い距離ですし、自分のことを自分でやって、自己責任で自由に楽しむ考え方が、なんともアメリカらしくて私は好きです。

スタッフは、皆さん元気で親切で気持ちが良い方たちでした。
ありがとうございました！
オアフにいったらまた必ずこちらでカヤックしたいです！

Very enjoyable tour , had a great time we did the ocean tour , the movie site tour & the jungle tour . The movie site tour was our favourite and the lunch was fantastic

I participated in the afternoon session. The weather was very nice, and since the instructor was Japanese, I felt reassured. About 60 people boarded the same boat at once. Most of them were newlyweds or couples.

The sandbar was about knee-deep, but it was incredibly beautiful and I was moved. If you ask the instructor, they will take wonderful photos for you. The meal afterward was hearty and very delicious!

When we arrived at the snorkeling spot, everyone jumped in and started swimming. Many people gave up because it was cold, but the water was warm and there were plenty of fish, so I recommend swimming.

At that time, I was lucky enough to see a sea turtle that was either sleeping or just staying still, and I was able to see it up close!

午後の部に参加しました。
お天気がとても良く、インストラクターの方も日本の方なので安心でした。
60人くらいが一気に同じ船に乗ります。
ほぼ新婚の方かカップルの方ばかりです。

サンドバーは膝上くらいでしたが
とっても綺麗で感動しました。
インストラクターの方に頼めば
素敵な写真も撮ってくださいます。
そのあとのご飯もボリュームがあり
とても美味しくいただけました！

そしてシュノーケリングする場所に到着し
各々飛び込んで泳いでいきます。
寒くて断念している方も多かったですが
海の中は暖かく、魚もたくさんいるので
泳ぐことをおすすめします♡

このときは泳いでいるところにちょうどウミガメが寝ていた？のかじっとしていたのですごく近くで見ることができて
ラッキーでした♡

I was worried about whether I could enjoy it since I heard there would be few people, but they could speak simple Japanese, and for difficult explanations, they provided a written note in Japanese, so I was able to enjoy it enough.

少ないとの事だったので楽しめるかどうか不安だったのですが、簡単な日本語なら話してくれるし、難しい説明は日本語を書いた紙を渡してくれるので、十分楽しめました。