All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

The friendly service and, of course, the taste were at a high level. I added $25 to the pre-reserved menu to change the pasta to risotto. Additionally, I added another $25 to have foie gras on top of the steak. The flavors from the appetizer to the dessert exceeded my expectations. If I go to Hawaii again, I would like to repeat this experience.

フレンドリーなサービスも、もちろん味もハイレベルでした。
事前に予約していたメニューに$25プラスしてパスタをリゾットに。
さらにもう＄25プラスして、ステーキの上にフォアグラを載せていただきました。前菜からデザートまで期待以上のお味でした。
またハワイへ行くことがあれば、リピートしたいと思います。

After spending several days planning our schedule for our stay in Hawaii, this Dolphin & You tour was the highlight event for us!!

With the favorable exchange rate, I was hesitant about the photo option, but adding it turned out to be a great decision! Our Japanese guide AYA took wonderful photos for us! ☺︎

All the other staff members also entertained us, and we were able to see a pod of dolphins, which made us extremely satisfied!!!!

何日もかけてハワイ滞在のスケジュールを決め、
このドルフィン&ユーのツアーは私たちの中で最も目玉イベントでした！！

円安のタイミングもあり、写真オプションを迷ったのですが、オプションを付けて大正解！
日本語ガイドAYAがとっても素敵に写真を撮ってくれました！☺︎

他のスタッフの皆さんも、それぞれが私たちを楽しませてくれて、イルカの群を見ることもできて、大満足！！！！

We participated with our family of four, including two children in first and second grade! We thought we would have to go far to see wild dolphins, but we encountered them right along the coast as soon as we left the harbor. I was worried about seasickness and took some Travelmin beforehand, but there were no waves, so it wasn't necessary after all. I guess it depends on the weather.

Since our two children are naturally a bit timid, they quickly gave up on snorkeling as expected, but they had plenty of fun with the waterslide, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding! Our guide, Aya, and the photographer (I forgot their name) were very friendly and easy to interact with, and I'm glad we asked them for photos.

小学1年2年の子供2人、家族4人で参加してきました！
野生のイルカは遠くまで探しにいくと思ったら、ハーバーを出てすぐの沿岸で出会うことができました。船酔いを心配してあらかじめトラベルミンを飲みましたが、波のうねりなども無く、飲む必要はなかったです。天気にもよるのでしょうが。
子供2人は元々怖がりのため予想通りシュノーケルはすぐ諦めざるをえませんでしたが、ウォータースライダー、カヤック、SUPなどで十分楽しんでくれました！
ガイドのAyaさんやカメラマンの方（名前忘れちゃいました）はとってもフレンドリーで接しやすく、写真もお願いして良かったです。

I love Jurassic Park, so I was interested in this place. At the meeting point, Twin Fin Waikiki, I got flustered when they said my name wasn't on the list, but it seemed to be just an oversight.

The meeting point is easy to find, and since there are many buses stopping there, I think it's better to wait on the road. We arrived almost on schedule, and they provided guidance in Japanese for about half of the group, which was easy to understand.

For each tour, they tell you how many minutes before to arrive at the meeting point, but generally, they leave around that time, so I feel it's better to be there 5 to 10 minutes early. The meeting point is easy to find.

Lunch is a buffet. Even if you haven't ordered the buffet, there are places to eat. There is also a designated smoking area, which is reassuring for smokers. Actually, since there is quite a bit of waiting time, having a smoking area is helpful.

During the location tour, we get off the bus twice, but the rest is from the vehicle. The guide takes pictures of you being attacked by dinosaurs in front of the Jurassic Park sign. After that, we leave from the dock, which was also a filming location for Lost, and board a boat.

We cross over Moiliili Pond to get to the ocean, so there is a transfer along the way. Once we are out at sea, if you're at the front, you get splashed with water when the boat bounces. I think it was intentional, but it was exciting.

Since we had some time, I also rode on the boat, but I wonder if just the location tour would have been enough? If you love movies and have the time, I recommend it.

ジュラシックパークが好きなので、興味があった場所です。
集合場所のツインフィンワイキキで、名前を伝えると、リストに無いとか言われて焦りましたが、ただの見逃しのようです。
おい・・・汗
集合場所も、バスが多く止まっているので、車道に出て待っていた方良いと思います。
ほぼスケジュール通り到着すると、約半数の日本人向けに日本語でガイダンスをしてくれます。
分かり易い。
ツアー毎に各集合場所に、何分前にと言われますが、大体がその時間には出発していたので、集合時間の5分から10分前には集合場所にいた方が良い気がします。
ただ、集合場所は分かり易いです。
昼食はビュッフェになります。
ビュッフェを頼んでいない場合も、食べられる場所があります。
喫煙所もしっかりあるので、喫煙者にも安心です。
と言うか、待ち時間が結構あるので、喫煙場所があって助かります。
ロケ地巡りツアーでは、2回下車しますが、あとは車上から。
ジュラシックパークの看板前で、恐竜に襲われる写真をガイドの方が撮ってくれます。
その後、ロストの撮影場所にもなった船着場から出て、ボートに乗ります。
モイリー池を越えて海に出るので、途中乗り換えあり。
海に出て、先頭に載っていると、バウンドした時に下から潮をかぶります。
ワザとだとは思いますが、盛り上がってました。
時間があったので、ボートにも乗りましたが、ロケ地巡りツアーだけでも良かったかな？
映画が好きで、時間があるようなら、おすすめです。

After seeing off my parents and beloved dog, I returned to Hawaii for the first time in 10 years. I wanted to participate in this tour to enjoy snorkeling, which my active father loved. The crew mentioned, "You all are very lucky because the weather wasn't good until yesterday!" and we were indeed able to see the beautifully clear blue beach, which was amazing!

We found a net in the water and started playing volleyball with a friend, and soon Americans joined us. They cheered us on with "NICE!" when we did well and "Nice try!" when we made mistakes, allowing us to share a fun time together.

As a side note... it was fascinating how, just a few minutes after meeting each other without knowing names, we could all chase the same ball and celebrate together as a team, regardless of age or nationality. It made me wonder why wars happen.

After playing in the beautiful sea, the captain grilled delicious hamburgers for us! Thank you for the treat. A cute Japanese crew member (sorry, I forgot her name) provided very polite explanations, which made it easy to enjoy the experience. Thank you! I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

両親と愛犬を見送り、10年ぶりのハワイ。
アクティブな父が大好きだったシュノーケリングをぜひ・・・と思い、このツアーに参加しました。
「前日までお天気が良くなかったから、みなさんはとてもラッキーですよ！」とクルーの方がおっしゃっていましたが、本当に透き通るような青くきれいなビーチを見ることができ、最高でした！
海水の中に張られたネットを見つけ、友人とふたりでバレーボールを始めたら、すぐにアメリカ人の人たちが参加。
うまくいったらNICE！　ミスをしたらNice try !　と声をかけてくれ、楽しい時間を共有できました。
余談ですが・・・
初めて会う、お互い名前も知らない人同士が、たった数分後にはひとつのボールを追いかけて年齢や国籍に関係なくチームとして共に喜び、称えあう・・・こんなことができるのに、なぜ戦争は起こるのだろう・・・と思ってしまいました。

美しい海でさんざん遊んだ後は、キャプテンが美味しいハンバーガーを焼いてくれました！ごちそうさまでした。
日本人クルーのかわいい女性（名前忘れてごめんなさい）、とても丁寧な説明で安心して楽しむことができました。ありがとう！
また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

An awesome day out and we were well looked after by the all-wahine crew! They were knowledgeable and friendly and ensured the safety of all on board, will recommend to family and friends! We enjoyed the whole experience from volleyball to turtle watching and snorkelling the reef, also very safe for my 11 year old

The person who picked us up was very gentlemanly, which made me excited, but one other group of participants did not arrive at the pickup location, and since we got there five minutes early, we ended up waiting over 15 minutes to depart. This isn't the organizer's fault, but it gave me a bad feeling from the start... and the van we were in was quite noisy.

When we arrived, we were guided to an outdoor area with nothing around, just some simple chairs and tables set up. I believe the venue is an important element of dinner experiences.

We were told to "enjoy the activities" while waiting for the meal, but there were no exciting activities, just taking photos, and we ended up with too much free time. Wouldn't it be better to set the pickup for a later time?

As soon as we arrived, my friend got bitten by a mosquito. When we spoke to the staff, they mentioned that there are many mosquitoes in the area. It would have been better if they had announced this upon arrival, even though insect repellent spray was provided.

The hula show was enjoyable, and I was satisfied with the meal, but when it comes to whether I would repeat this or recommend it to friends, unfortunately, the answer is "NO." For this price, I believe there are better options near Waikiki.

I have given a critical review, but I hope that various aspects can be improved so that it becomes a tour I would want to participate in again (*^^*).

お迎えの方はとても紳士的だったのでワクワクしたのですが、ピックアップ場所でもう1組の参加者が来られず、私たちはピックアップの5分前に到着していたので、結局15分以上出発を待つことになりました。これは主催者側の問題ではないですが、出足から嫌な予感…そしてお迎えの車(バン)の中は、ガタガタとうるさかったです。
到着して案内されたところは、何にもない野外で、簡易な椅子とテーブルが並べられたところでしたが、施設もディナーの大切な要素だと思います。
食事までの時間は「アクティビティを楽しんでください」とのことでしたが、心躍るアクティビティはなく、写真を撮って終わり、時間を持て余してしまいました。ピックアップをもっと遅めの時間で設定された方が良いのでは？
到着後すぐに友達は蚊に刺されてしまいました。スタッフさんに話すと「この辺は蚊が多い」とのこと。虫除けスプレーも用意されていましたが、到着した時点でアナウンスされた方が良いのではないでしょうか。
フラショーは楽しく食事とともに満足でしたが、リピートあるいは友達に紹介するかといえば残念ながら、「ＮＯ」です。このお値段でこの内容であれば、ワイキキ近くでももっと満足できるお店があると思いました。
辛口の評価になりましたが、いろんなところが改善されて「また参加したい」というツアーになることを期待しています(*^^*)

Star of Honolulu Sunset Cruise was amazing! My group had an awesome time, food was delicious, show was amazing as well. I was hoping for an actual Luau with the fire show. The service was great, very welcoming. Highly recommended!

I initially thought it would be an ordinary show since it started with hula dancing, but I enjoyed the diverse content, including impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, fire attractions, and aerial descents reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil. The theater also had a retro feel, creating a nice atmosphere.

After the show, the dancers from the Elvis and fire attraction were waiting near the exit, and I was pleased with the hospitality as they were willing to take commemorative photos. In the U.S., where prices are high, I appreciate it when shows like this offer discounted tickets.

フラダンスから始まったので、最初は凡庸なショーかなと思っていましたが、エルビスプレスリーとマイケルジャクソンのそっくりさんのショーや、ファイヤーアトラクションやシルクドソレイユを思わせる空中からの人の降下など、多彩な内容で楽しめました。劇場もレトロ感があり、良い雰囲気でした。
ショーが終わった後、エルビスとファイヤーアトラクションのダンサーが出口付近に待機しており、記念写真の撮影に応じてくれるなど、おもてなし感にも満足しました。米国は物価が高く、今回のショーのように、値引き販売してくれると、うれしいです。

Boarding Day: Friday
Boarding Course: 5 Star

If you're going to board, it's best to do so on a Friday when the Hilton fireworks are held. The fireworks themselves last about 5 minutes, but the combination of the night view of Waikiki and the fireworks from the sea is breathtaking.
Unfortunately, the sunset was not very impressive due to the clouds. I guess that's just luck...
However, the dinner was extremely delicious.
Also, the live performance was great.
I had previously boarded a 3 Star cruise, but I think I will only choose 5 Star in the future.
While it is more expensive compared to 3 Star, you should definitely go for 5 Star.

乗船曜日:金曜
乗船コース:5スター

乗船するなら、ヒルトンの花火が行われる金曜です。花火自体は5分程度ですが、海上からワイキキの夜景と花火のコラボは絶景です。
サンセットは雲があり、感動する感じではなかったのが残念でした。こればかりは運かと…。
でも、ディナーが非常に美味しかったです。
また、生演奏がよかった。
以前に3スターに乗船したことありましたが、今後は5スターしか選ばないと思います。
3スターに比べれば値は張りますが、5スターにすべきです。

First time on Captain Bob’s we will definitely come back again!! Great crew, the scenery and water was beautiful we had so much fun!!

The male driver holding a sign that said "HULA GARDEN" was at the meeting point, making it easy to find him. When we arrived at the venue, a hula girl welcomed us by placing a shell lei around our necks. After that, we played some games and received an explanation about the drink tickets from the Japanese staff, followed by an opening performance of hula and guitar. I had the impression that there would be several hula girls and performers, but throughout the event, there were only two hula girls, one guitarist and singer, and one fire dancer, totaling four performers who presented various performances. The hula girls changed their costumes frequently, so it was never boring. Since there were only six participants and a small number of guests, we were close to the performers, which made for a richer experience. There was also a hula dance experience, which was challenging but incredibly fun.

お迎えはHULA GARDENと書かれたプラカードを持った男性運転手の方が集合場所にいらっしゃったのでわかりやすかったです。
会場に到着すると、貝殻でできたレイをフラガールの方が首にかけて歓迎してくださいました。
それから少しゲーム等をしたり日本人スタッフの方からドリンクチケットの説明を受けたりしてからフラとギターのオープニングパフォーマンスがありました。勝手な印象で何人ものフラガールやパフォーマーの方たちが出演されるものかと思っていましたが、この日の最初から最後までフラガール2人、ギターと歌1人、ファイヤーダンス1人の計4人の方たちだけで色々なパフォーマンスをしてくださいました。フラガールの方たちは何時も衣装を変えてくださったので全く飽きることはありませんでした。
私たち参加者は計6人でゲストも少人数だった為、パフォーマーの方たちとの距離も近くてより濃い体験となりました。
フラダンス体験もあり、難しいながらもすごく楽しかったです。

It was a lovely experience! Crew was amazing and entertainment was fun. Food was also very good. Only issue I had was I ordered 2 Mai tias. One alcoholic ,one non alcoholic and they charged me same price for each…$10 a piece. I do not think a drink that only contained fruit juice and no alcohol should have been the same price.
Other then that, it was a beautiful cruise

It was breathtaking to see the landscapes I had seen in Jurassic Park and LOST up close. The tour guide's American jokes were very funny.

ジュラシックパークやLOSTで観た風景を間近で観れるのは圧巻でした。
ツアーガイドさんのアメリカンジョークはとても面白かったです。

Even with standard seating our seats were close to the stage and our view was very good. Venue doesn’t offer the tropical and natural setting and backdrop (high rise in background of all our photos), but it was close to our hotel and didn’t consume several hours of our day/night going/returning on a bus.
Entertainment was very good and the food was good. All luaus are expensive, so no real bargains.
Overall, we are glad we went and had the experience.

It was my first experience, and I was able to feel Hawaii. There were various events, and it became a lifelong memory. It was fun!

初めての体験で、ハワイを感じる事ができました。
色々なイベント事があり、一生の思い出になりました。
楽しかったデス

It was a wonderful show where I could enjoy various genres of music and dance. The quality of the singing and dancing was also high.

いろいろなジャンルの音楽やダンスを楽しめて素晴らしいショーでした。歌やダンスのクオリティも高かったです。

Our guide Kinoa was fantastic, chatting all day but not obtrusive or overbearing. We saw some beautiful scenery, had a delicious lunch and learnt so much about being an Hawaiian and real living in Hawaii, not the tourist hype of Waikiki.

In the evening, I left the hustle and bustle of Waikiki and was guided to a private garden overlooking Kaneohe Bay by a welcoming car. As the gate opened, a breathtaking view unfolded before me: a sea landscape with palm trees and the small island of Chinaman's Hat floating across the lagoon, and behind it, a divine sight where clouds and light intersected on the layered mountain slopes, like a dream.

In one corner of the vast property, a small open-air venue was set up, allowing us to stroll through the garden and learn about traditional games until dinner began, providing a leisurely and luxurious experience. The sense of privacy, unlike that of conventional large venues, made me feel as if I had been invited into someone's home.

Dinner was served amidst the flowing sounds of strings and pleasant live vocals. We could enjoy drinks freely with two tickets, and without any language barriers, beautiful dishes were served leisurely, making the two-hour dinner feel surprisingly short. The meal, from appetizers to salads and then the main course, exceeded all expectations in deliciousness, and I regretted leaving any behind. Next time, I thought I should skip lunch before coming. The meat cut effortlessly with a knife, and the salad dressing was wonderful.

The changing scenery of the evening was beautifully complemented by elegant hula dancing, truly a dreamlike Hawaii. As the sun set, the intensity of the fire dance was thrillingly close. Memories that could not be gained just from Waikiki were vividly added. I felt a bittersweet longing, recalling my late mother and the times we came to Hawaii; I wished I could have brought her here. The photos taken with the dancers at the end (not an extra charge!) will surely become treasures for many families looking back.

Thank you to the staff who created a memorable night that transcended the concept of an optional tour, and for your kind consideration.

夕刻にワイキキの喧騒を離れ、迎えの車でカネオヘ湾を臨むプライベートガーデンに案内されました。
門が開くと眼前にはラグーン越しに、ヤシの木とチャイナマンズハットの小島が浮かぶ海の風景が広がり、背後には幾重にも重なる山肌に雲と光が交差する神々しい光景が、夢のようで。
その広大な敷地の一角に、オープンエアーの小ぶりな会場がセットされていて、食事開始まで庭を散策したり、伝統的な遊びを紹介していただき、ゆったりとした贅沢な時間を過ごしました。
従来の大規模な会場では得られないプライベート感が、個人宅に招かれたような気持ちにさせてくれました。
流れる弦の音と心地よい声の生演奏の中、お食事がサーブされます。飲みものも2杯のチケットで自由にいただけ、言葉の心配もなく、美しい料理がゆったり運ばれ2時間の夕食が逆に短く思えた程です。
お食事は、前菜からサラダ、そしてメインへと予想を遥かに超える美味しさに、残すのが不本意で、次回はお昼は抜きにして来るべきと。お肉がナイフを入れるとスッと切れ、サラダのドレッシングがまた素晴らしく。
そして夕刻の変わりゆく風景にフラダンスが優雅に大変美しく、まさに夢に見るハワイ。日が沈むとファイヤーダンスの至近距離にハラハラする程の迫力。ワイキキだけでは得られなかった思い出が色濃く加わりました。
もう亡くなってしまった母と昔来たハワイ、ここに連れてきてあげたかったなと切なく思い返していました。最後にダンサーの皆様と撮って頂いた写真（別料金ではありません！）が、振り返れば宝物になるご家族多いと思います。
オプショナルツアーという概念を超える、思い出に残る一夜を演出して頂いたスタッフの皆様、優しいお心遣いありがとうございました。

Definitely recommend this activity!
I went with my mom, she does not know how to swim or is comfortable with the ocean, but somehow she managed to experience the sandbar and actually got in the water. This was a huge deal for her and it helped tide was low so she felt more comfortable.
Crew was amazing and engaged with all of us on tour! They helped those in need and made us all feel welcomed.
We would definitely book this tour again and bring our family with us next time!

Thank you guys! My mom wouldn’t stop talking about how much fun she had and how you guys made her feel safe despite her fear of water.

Even though it was sunny in Waikiki, as we made our way to the sandbar, the clouds started to gather and it rained lightly at the end. However, we were able to encounter sea turtles, and the snorkeling allowed us to see the fish beautifully, so I was satisfied. It was also fun to be surrounded by movie filming locations, and the explanations were well done.

ワイキキの方は晴れていてもいざサンドバーの方まで行くとだんだん雲行きが怪しくなって雨は最後にぱらつく程度降りましたがウミガメも遭遇できましたし、シュノーケルでは魚が綺麗に見えたので満足です。周りが映画のロケ地で説明も上手で楽しかったです。

After about a 30-minute ride in a comfortable black car, we arrived. I was surprised by the large, charming gate and delighted by the beautiful scenery from there. Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a shell lei from a lovely hula girl. While waiting for dinner, we enjoyed cultural activities like making tattoo stickers and leaf bracelets, and the Japanese staff took photos and explained the location, allowing us to relax with drinks until dinner. The view from the venue was stunning, with beautiful mountains and ocean, which was truly moving. The food was delicious, though the portions might be a bit large for women, but overall it was very satisfying. The show featured several songs performed live by dancers, and we were able to enjoy a spectacular fire show at the end in a cozy atmosphere. The speed of the food service and the flow of the show were very pleasant. It seemed like a comfortable place for families with children or group reservations! There were many mosquitoes, so caution is needed, but I appreciated that the staff provided spray and insect repellent. I highly recommend this dinner show! ^_^

黒の快適な車で約30分ほど揺られて到着。趣きのある大きな門にびっくりし、そこからの綺麗な景色にうれしくなりました。着くと綺麗なフラガールからシェルレイのプレゼントでお出迎え。ディナーまでの間タトゥーシールやリーフのブレスレットつくりとカルチャーアクティビティをしながら、日本人のスタッフの方が写真を撮ってくれたり、場所の説明をしてくれたりと、ドリンクを飲みながらディナーまでの間をのんびりと過ごしました。会場からの景色は山も海もとっても美しいところで、感動します。食事はどれも美味しく、女性には少し量が多いかもしれませんが、とても満足度が高いものでした。ショーも素敵な生歌と共にダンサーが数曲踊り、最後には大迫力なファイアーショーを見ることができて、アットホームな雰囲気でのショーを楽しむことができます。料理の出てくるスピードや、ショーの流れもすごく心地よかったです。子供連れや団体での予約でも居心地良く過ごせそうな感じでした！！蚊が多いので、注意が必要ですが、スプレーや虫除けをスタッフさんが準備してくださっておりありがたかったです！
ぜひ、おすすめなディナーショーです^_^

I was worried because there were no Japanese speakers available, but there was no problem enjoying the activities themselves (I think it would have been even more fun if I could understand the English explanations). My family had a great time, especially the kids who were very satisfied! One of the other groups on board looked quite miserable from seasickness, so I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.

日本語を話す方がいない時間帯だったので心配でしたが、アクティビティを楽しむこと自体に問題はなく（たぶん英語の説明が分かればもっと楽しかったと思いますが）、家族で楽しんできました。とくに子どもが大満足でした！同乗していた別グループの方は、船に酔ってずっと辛そうだったので、酔い止め持参がオススメです。

Yummy food and beautiful Hawaii views out your boat window! Can't go wrong

Be prepared to take a lot of knowledge in! Everyone in our family had plenty of fun!

Do this tour- you get to see the entire farm in different ways! and lunch was easy to feed our larger family too!

This was the highlight of our trip! Esp seeing the dolphins spalshing around!!

it was very educational and all the staff were informative and very nice. I highly recommend it.

Not only Japanese people, but also foreigners participated, and there were staff members who could speak Japanese, so I was able to enjoy the snorkeling experience with peace of mind.

日本人だけでなく、外国の方も参加されていましたが、日本語を話せるスタッフもいたので、安心してシュノーケリングの体験をすることができました。

Super fun. Lovely ship. Friendly crew. Yummy food. Beautiful dance show. Just do it!