All Reviews for Teen Adventures (Ages 13-17)

I was healed by the vast nature and the cuteness of the horses. The staff accompanying the horseback riding tour spoke the necessary Japanese, making the instructions easy to understand. After arriving, I had some time before check-in, so I brought breakfast and ate it. The driver was very talkative in the car early in the morning, which was a bit annoying.

広大な自然と、馬のかわいさに癒された。乗馬ツアーの同行スタッフは必要な日本語が話せるため、なんの指示か分かりやすい。到着後、チェックインまで時間があるので朝ごはんを持って行って食べた。ドライバーは早朝なのに車の中でずっとしゃべりっぱなしでうるさかった。

On the day I arrived in Honolulu, the weather was bad and cold the next day, and I ended up catching a cold. I thought it would be impossible to go into the ocean in such cold weather, so I immediately contacted the tour company. However, they told me that since it was just three days prior, there would be a 100% cancellation fee. Reluctantly, I went anyway, but it was very cold, and I ended up just waiting inside the boat for my companions. Many other people also didn't go into the ocean because of the cold, so I really think this tour should be avoided depending on the season. No matter the reason, having a 100% cancellation fee three days before is quite harsh.

今回ホノルル到着日、翌日とお天気悪く寒くて風邪をひいてしまいました。
これでは寒い中海に入るのは無理と思い、直ぐにツアー会社に連絡をしましたが、丁度3日前でキャンセル料が100%かかると言われ、仕方なく無理して行きましたが、とても寒くやはり船の中で連れを待っているだけで終わってしまいました。
他にもたくさんの人が寒くて海には入っていなかったので、
このツアーは時期によってはやめた方がいいとつくづく思いました。
どんな理由でも、キャンセル料が3日前で100%と言うのもかなりきついです。

We had a great time taking a shuttle up to the ranch and going on the Hollywood Movie Sites 90-minute tour. Our shuttle driver/tour guide was awesome and we loved the T-Rex photo he took for us. We had an awesome lunch while we waited to return to Waikiki, including a fantastic Dole Whip shake.

The entertainment was top-notch and the food was delicious. I loved the different portions of entertainment that were designed around the various cultures that came together through history to make Hawaii what it is today. It was exactly the kind of experience and education I was hoping for.

Our tour bus did get stuck in some traffic and was slower due to picking up guests from multiple locations, and while I felt like that luau did their best to hold off on the main event (dinner and show) until we arrived (which I greatly appreciated), we did miss out on getting the full experience listed on the events description (i.e. "Interact up close and personal with your Pacific Island hosts with Hawaiian crafts, hula lessons, coconut husking, fire making, weaving, tattooing, and more. ") So if those activities are important to you, you might want to consider booking private transportation to the luau instead of taking the group shuttle option to make sure you arrive in plenty of time to get the full experience.

I participated in a dolphin watching and snorkeling tour. Overall, the atmosphere was very pleasant, and the views of the sea and mountains were beautiful, which really lifted my spirits during the trip. Although I couldn't swim with the dolphins this time, I was lucky to see them up close, and it was said that encountering two different species of dolphins is quite rare (about once in ten times). The sight of the dolphins surfing on the waves created by the boat was also impressive.

During snorkeling, I was able to see many sea turtles and schools of fish, which made me very satisfied. The underwater world was more lively than I had imagined, and time flew by. The sandwiches for lunch and the potato chips for snacks were delicious and added a nice touch to the experience.

Among the participants, we were the only Japanese, but Ken provided interpretation and support, making the trivia and explanations easy to understand, which allowed us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.

One point to note is that the air conditioning on the bus was quite strong, making it very cold, and I noticed several people around me wrapped in beach towels. I also used a beach towel to keep warm, so I think having something to wear would be reassuring. Additionally, after coming out of the water, I felt quite cold, so a jacket is essential. It was mentioned that the boat can sway quite a bit on certain days, so having motion sickness medication ready would also be a good idea.

Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable tour.

イルカウォッチング＆シュノーケルに参加しました。全体的に雰囲気がとてもよく、海と山の眺めもきれいで、移動中から気分が上がりました。今回はイルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでしたが、船のすぐ近くでイルカを見ることができ、さらに2種類のイルカに出会えたのはとてもラッキーだったそうです（見られるのは10回に1回くらいとのこと）。イルカが船の波で楽しそうにサーフィンしている姿も印象的でした。

シュノーケリングでは、たくさんの海亀や魚の大群を見ることができて大満足。海の中は想像以上ににぎやかで、時間があっという間に感じました。ランチのサンドイッチやおやつのポテトチップスも美味しく、ちょっとした楽しみになりました。

参加者の中で日本人は私たちだけでしたが、Kenさんが通訳やフォローをしてくれて、豆知識や説明も分かりやすく、安心して楽しむことができました。

一点だけ、行きのバスがかなり冷房が効いていてとても寒く、周りでもバスタオルをかぶっている人が何人かいました。私もバスタオルで寒さをしのいだので、羽織れるものがあると安心だと思います。また、海から上がった後もかなり体が冷えるので上着は必須です。日によっては揺れが強いこともあるそうなので、酔い止めも用意しておくと安心だと思います。

全体として、とても楽しく思い出に残るツアーでした。

The cheerful crew kept us entertained throughout.

Even if you're not good with thrills, you can still enjoy it, so definitely give it a try!

陽気なクルーの方が終始楽しませてくれました。

絶叫が苦手でも楽しむことができたのでぜひやってみてください。

I participated with my 85-year-old mother and daughter, making it a three-generation family outing. The seawater at the sandbar was unexpectedly cold, and my mother decided to wait on the boat instead of going in. However, thanks to the very attentive staff's support, she was able to enter the water, and we had a wonderful experience riding on a SUP together.

Surrounded by magnificent scenery, we spent meaningful time in the crystal-clear sea, and I am very satisfied with the experience. It has become a great memory for us. There was also a live performance on the boat heading to the sandbar, and listening to music while enjoying the breathtaking views was the best feeling.

One issue I encountered was that I wished the meeting point had been indicated with a map in the email. The email stated that the meeting point was Kalakaua Avenue, but in reality, it was Paoakalani Avenue. When the bus didn’t arrive on time, I tried to check the email for confirmation, but I couldn’t access it without logging in. Since I was in a hurry, it took me a while to find my ID and password, which was quite troublesome. I managed to call and get assistance, so I was able to catch the bus, but I was a bit late and ended up inconveniencing those who were already on board.

85歳の母と娘と３世代家族で参加しました。サンドバーの海水が予想外に冷たく、母は海に入ることを諦め船で待っていましたが、とても親身なスタッフのサポートのおかげで海に入ることができ、娘とSUPに乗ったりと素晴らしい体験ができました。
壮大な景色に包まれ、透き通る海の中で有意義な時間を過ごすことができとても満足しています。とても良い思い出になりました。
サンドバーに向かうまでの船の中でもライブパフォーマンスがあり音楽を聴きながら絶景を見れ最高な気分でした。

一つ困ったことと言えば、待ち合わせ場所をメール内で地図等で示して欲しかったです。送られてきたメールには待ち合わせ場所はKalakaua Avenueと書かれていましたが、実際はパオアカラニ アベニューでした。時間になってもバスが来なかったので送られて来ていたメールで確認しようとしたら、ログインしないと確認できず、急いでいたのでIDやパスワードを調べるのに時間かかって大変困りました。電話をかけ対応していただけたので何とかバスに乗れましたが、少し遅れてしまい既にバスに乗車していた方々に迷惑をかけてしまいました。

It was my first time on a boat, and I was very excited to see so many fish. I also loved the photos (keychain) that were taken, and even after returning home, I attached it to my bag and occasionally take a peek at it♪

はじめての船、たくさんのお魚に大興奮でした。撮って頂いた写真（キーホルダー）も気に入って、帰国後もカバンに付けて時折覗き込んでいます♪

We did the 2 hour UTV tour with a family of four. This was our favorite thing we did. Get a little bit of movie history, a lot of nature, and some light thrills. Ben was our guide and was amazing. He mad the experience so fun and memorable. We had some intermittent rain on our day and it was still amazing. I could not recommend this place more.

I regretted signing up when the yen was at its weakest, but I had an experience that was worth it! Riding the buggy through the greenery and jungle was fun and refreshing. We visited various spots, including filming locations for Jurassic Park and other movies, stopping at photo points along the way.

At the photo points, they shared stories about the myths and legends of Kualoa, but I didn't quite understand it well in English ^^; Afterward, I looked it up online and realized that’s what they were talking about. On the flight back, I watched two Jurassic Park movies ^^

一番円安の時に申し込んでしまい悔しかったけど、それに見合う価値の体験ができました！風を切りながら緑やジャングルの中を走るバギーは楽しく、気持ちよかったです。ジュラシックパークや他の映画の撮影場所とのことで、フォトポイントを挟みながらいろいろ回りました。
フォトポイントでは、クアロアの神話や伝説のお話をしてくださいますが、英語でよくわからなかった^^;
終わってからネットで調べて、そんなこと言ってたと合致しました。
帰りの飛行機でジュラシックパークを2本見ました^^

We had such an amazing experience on our Kaneohe Sandbar tour. The crew from start to finish was friendly and comforting. They made us feel right at home. Loved being able to purchase snacks and drinks on board. The snorkel experience was so intimate and way different than any other that I’ve done in Hawaii. We got one on one tips and knowledge on the sea life we were witnessing. The sandwich was delicious. I brought my two year old on this tour and she loved it and was able to experience a lot for her age group. 10/10!!!!!

This time, I had a friend who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, and they wanted to try parasailing, so we made a reservation here. Since we had participated in snorkeling from the same location before parasailing, we didn't need transportation, but I wonder if others came by taxi or something? I think having transportation would be helpful. The parasailing was great because the weather was nice. Thank you very much!

今回は初ハワイのお友達が一緒だったので、パラセーリングやってみたいと希望があり、こちらに予約しました。私達はパラセーリングの前に、同じ場所からのシュノーケリングに参加していたため、送迎なしで問題ありませんでしたが、他の方はタクシーとかで来たのでしょうか？送迎があると助かると思います。パラセーリングはお天気も良くて、最高でした。ありがとうございました。

Despite the declaration of a state of emergency and the bad weather, the event went ahead. I inquired via email the day before, and I was very grateful for the prompt response in Japanese.

Due to the rain and wind, and the low water temperature, we got out of the sea after an hour. After that, we enjoyed a pleasant time with live music. The staff were very polite, and we had a great time.

It was a pity that we couldn't see the color of the sea well under the blue sky, but they circled the bay on the way back, so we were able to fully appreciate the atmosphere. Although it was cold and windy, there were many fish in the water, and I was glad to have participated. Thank you very much! 😊

緊急事態宣言が出された中、悪天候でしたが催行されました。前日にメールで問い合わせさせていただきましたが、すぐに日本語でお返事をくださったので大変助かりました。

雨風の中、水温も低かったので1時間で海からあがりました。そのあとは生演奏の音楽の中、心地よく過ごしました。
スタッフの方はとても丁寧で楽しく過ごせました。
青空の下で海の色がよく見えなかったのが残念でしたが、引き上げるときに湾を周回して戻ってくれたので雰囲気は十分に感じ取れました。
雨風が強く肌寒かったですが、水の中はたくさんの魚がいて、参加できて良かったと思いました。
ありがとうございました😊

Weather was bad - cold and windy, not something controllable. (Although given such wind and low temperature , it might have been ethical for the tour to cancel itself.) But 1) the bus had all of the boat waiting after the trip for about 30 minutes, 2) there wasn’t a sufficient wind shelter for everyone, meaning old ppl and babies were exposed to cold wind. The lunch was also meh - bbq is an overstatement for hamburger patties and buns. Crew was friendly.

The dancing, music and show was fabulous! Very talented cast of dancers and performers. Really loved the Maori chaka dance!
The food was good and many choices on a buffet, and good drink selection.

Beautiful 2 hour horseback ride in Kualoa Ranch.
It rained off and on but the scenery was spectacular.
Hope to come back and do it again someday.

It was winter when I participated, but I enjoyed it because there was no wind. I recommend afternoon trips on cold days. The performance until we reached the shallow area was also great.

冬場の参加でしたが、風の無い分楽しめました。寒い日は午後からの便をおすすめします。浅瀬に着くまでの演奏も良かったです。

My companion boarded for the first time. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunset due to the weather, but the live music, food, and the night view of Waikiki were wonderful and felt extraordinary. There were also many newlyweds on board. There was a photo service (limited to Japanese customers?), and we received our pictures in a nice frame. I think it will be a great keepsake.

同伴者が初の乗船。生憎の天候でサンセットは見られてませんでしたが、生演奏や食事、夜景のワイキキなどの非日常が良かったです。新婚旅行の方も大勢おりました。写真もサービス(日本人限定？)があり、台紙に入れて貰えました。良い記念になると思います。

Absolutely amazing dive. Felt very safe. Would definitely do it again

The kids participated on their own! Since we were staying in the Ilikai area, it was very convenient to walk to the meeting place. They also enjoyed the boat ride to the points, and the kids were satisfied.

子供たちだけで参加させてもらいました！
イリカイエリアに滞在していたので、歩いて集合場所まで行くことができ、とても便利でした。船でポイントまで行く道中も楽しませてもらったそうで、子供たちは満足していました。

On the morning of the event, a bus came to pick us up near the hotel, and we were able to get to the site without any inconvenience. There were Japanese staff members at the site, and we were able to enjoy ourselves from start to finish! We were able to see dolphins and sea turtles from the boat, and since the wind was strong and the waves were high, we ended up entering the sea at a different spot than usual. However, there were many fun activities available, such as a slide from the boat and stand-up paddleboarding, so we were able to have a great time throughout!

当日の朝、ホテルの近くまでバスが迎えに来てくださり、何も不自由なく
現場まで行けました。
現場には日本人のスタッフさんがおり、最初から最後まで楽しむことができました！
船からイルカやウミガメを見ることができましたし、風が強く波が高かったため
いつもと違うポイントで海に入ることになりましたが、船からの滑り台や、サップなど多くの遊べる環境が整っていたため、終始、楽しむことができました！

I was about 10 minutes late for the meeting time, but the check-in process went smoothly, and I waited in a nearby vehicle. Worst case, it seems fine to arrive 10 minutes before the activity (but it's best to go with some extra time, haha).

Once all the participants gathered, we boarded the boat in small groups. The boat went quite fast, and my body felt like it was floating, haha. However, I didn't feel nauseous or scared; it was fun!

We took turns putting on the gear, and the parasailing started for about 7 minutes. When I suggested to the group across from us to take some photos together, it created a fun atmosphere where everyone started taking pictures of each other 😙 Maybe it was because everyone was Japanese? Haha. After the experience, we all had an AirDrop session to share photos.

For an additional $40, we requested a photo service, and they took a lot of burst shots, capturing our reactions in a sequence! They took beautiful photos with Diamond Head in the background and close-up shots of our expressions, so I’m glad I requested it 👍🏻 I highly recommend it 🌟

It was the best experience enjoying the beautiful scenery of Hawaii and the thrilling ride on the boat!!!

集合時間に10分程遅れてしまったけど、スムーズに手続きをして、近くの車内で待ちました。最悪、アクティビティ10分前に着いたら大丈夫そうです。(余裕を持っていくのが1番ですが笑)

参加者が集まったら、数組で船に乗り込みます。船はかなりスピードがでて、体が浮きます笑
でも酔ったり怖い思いはせず、楽しかったです。

順番に道具を着用して7分ほどのパラセーリングがスタート。同乗した向かいのグループに写真を撮りましょうかと声をかけるとみんなで撮りあいっこする雰囲気に😙全員日本人だったからかな？笑
体験終了後にみんなでエアドロ大会をして写真をシェアしました。

＋40＄でお願いした写真サービスでは、たくさん連写をしてくれていて、リアクションがコマ撮で残せました！ダイヤモンドヘッドバックの写真や、表情寄りの写真まで綺麗に取ってくれたので、お願いして良かったです👍🏻オススメです🌟

ハワイの綺麗な景色と、船のスリリングな移動を楽しめて最高でした！！！

I was recommended by a friend and participated for the first time this time. Driving the buggy was thrilling and exciting, but it was a lot of fun! The scenery while driving was amazing!

友人に勧められて、今回初めて参加しました。
バギーの運転はハラハラドキドキしましたが、とても楽しかったです！
運転しながら見る景色は最高でした！

The weather miraculously cleared up during the horseback riding experience! The horse was very smart and gentle, making it enjoyable even for a first-time rider. I definitely want to try it again on a sunny day. It's a recommended activity!

乗馬体験の間は奇跡的に晴れました！
お馬さんもとても賢く穏やかで乗馬初体験でも楽しめました。
是非晴れた日にまた体験したいです。おすすめのアクティビティです

I only did snorkeling and banana boating, but I was very satisfied! Most of the participants were Japanese, but there was a staff member who spoke Japanese well, so there were no communication issues! The live music was lovely, and the luxurious shuttle bus was a comfortable and pleasantly surprising point.

シュノーケリングとバナナボートしかやりませんでしたがとても満足でした！
参加者も日本人ばかりでしたが、日本語上手なスタッフさんがいて意思疎通に困る事はありませんでした！ライブミュージックも素敵でしたし、送り迎えのバスが豪華なのが快適で地味に嬉しいポイントでした。

The 150 meters above ground was higher than I expected! I think the moments of ascending and descending were the scariest! The view up there felt elegant and the scenery was beautiful!

地上150m思った以上に高かった‼︎
上昇、下降する時が1番怖かった気がする‼︎
上空は優雅な感じで景色も綺麗だった‼︎

I was worried about whether it would be okay to go horseback riding for two hours at the age of 70, but the guide's instruction was excellent and focused on safety. The two hours flew by. It's just a shame that I didn't get to see any dinosaurs. If I go to Oahu again, I will definitely experience horseback riding again.

初めての乗馬で2時間、７０歳で大丈夫かなと心配しましたが、ガイドの指導も安全を考えて大変すばらしかった。あっとゆうまの２時間でした。ただ恐竜に会えなかったのが残念でした。オアフ島にまた行ったら乗馬体験またします。

Since it was a special trip to Hawaii, I wanted to have the best experience, so I booked for my family of five. The receptionist was already friendly and easy to talk to. The male staff on the boat spoke in broken Japanese with a lot of humor while preparing us for the flight. He took pictures with my elderly mother and even played around with a shark doll to make the photos more fun, showing a great spirit of service. This might be the last time I can come with my mother, but it truly became a wonderful lifelong memory. Thank you very much.

せっかくのハワイなので、最高の体験がしたくて家族5人で申し込みました。
受付のお姉さんから既にフレンドリーで接しやすかったです。
船上の男性スタッフさんは、片言の日本語を交えながらユーモアたっぷりに話しかけながら、飛ぶ準備をしてくれました。
高齢の母と一緒に写真を撮ってくれたり、写真映えするようサメの人形を使ってふざけてくれたりして、サービス精神に溢れていました。母と来れるのはもしかしたら最後かもしれませんが、本当に楽しい一生の思い出になりました。
ありがとうございました。

It became a memorable experience. Thank you to all the staff for the great photos. Even though we went 150 meters out, we didn't feel it was over the sea. The seawater was a bit salty, though!

さいな思い出となりました。
スタッフのみなさん、良い写真もありがとうございました。
150メートル行っても海のうえなので感じませんでした。多少海水ごしょっぱいでしたが！

One tour had five different activities mixed together, which caused the return time to be delayed by one hour.

I think it's better to stop the practice of forcing tips with signs.

I would like the horseback riding staff to be positioned at the front and back of the line, not just one person at the front.

ひとつのツアーで５組のそれぞれ別のアクティビティが混ざったツアーになっていた為、戻り時間が1時間遅れになった

チップを強制する貼紙はやめたほうがいいと思う

乗馬スタッフは前一名でなく隊列の前後に付けてほしい