Oahu
Initially, I had a reservation for December 1st, but due to rain and wind, I received an email about two hours before the reservation that it was canceled. Since it mentioned that I could change the date for free, I rescheduled for the next day. The following day was clear and sunny, so it turned out to be a good thing that the previous day was canceled.
I took The Bus to get close to the location and headed to the Aloha Boat Harbor. The ticket booth (a small yellow building with a green roof) was smaller than I expected, and I got a bit lost. I recommend arriving early. There, I signed the instructions and boarded the boat.
I was told there would be a briefing about 30 minutes long, but we quickly got on the boat and headed out to the point. Once there, we were fitted with life vests, and before I knew it, we were soaring through the air. The crew member spoke a bit of Japanese and was very kind.
Once we were flying, we had a beautiful view of Diamond Head and the scenery was amazing. The crew member took a lot of photos for us and gave them to us on an SD card at the end (40 photos). It was really great! If I get the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely do this again. I will recommend it to my friends as well.
最初は前日の12/1に予約してたのですが、雨と☔風で予約の2時間程前に中止のメールが届きました
無料で日時が変更出来るとあったので翌日に変更。
翌日は快晴で結果的に前日中止になって良かったです。
現地のザ・バスに乗って近くまで行きアラワイボートハーバーへ。チケットブース(緑の屋根の黄色い建物)が思ってたより小さくて少し迷いました。早めに行くのをオススメします
そこで説明書にサインをし、船へ。
30分程事前に説明があるという事でしたが、すぐに船に乗り海に出てポイントまで行ったら救命ベストなどを付けてもらい、あっという間に飛ばせてくれました。
CREWのお兄さんが片言の日本語を話してくれ、とても優しかったです。
飛んだらダイヤモンドヘッドなども綺麗に見え最高の景色でした
写真もお兄さんがたくさん撮ってくれて最後にSDカードでくれ(40)とても良かったです
また、ハワイに行けたら絶対したいです。
周りの友達にもオススメします
I participated with transportation included. There were staff who spoke Japanese at the visitor center, but all the zipline instructors spoke English, so I watched a Japanese video beforehand. The instructors also engaged with us, and I was able to understand somewhat and enjoy the experience.
On the way to the zipline location, we toured filming sites like Jurassic Park, and the driver provided explanations. That was all in English, though...
Since transportation is provided, it's more cost-effective to participate in activities other than the zipline and stay for a full day.
送迎付きで参加しました。
日本語を話せるスタッフはビジターセンターにはいましたが、実際のジップライン のインストラクターは全て英語のため、先に日本語のビデオを見ました。インストラクターも色々話かけてくれ、なんとなく理解できて、楽しめた。
ジップライン の場所までも、ジェラシックパーク等のロケ地を巡りながら行き、ドライバーが説明してくれました。それも、全て英語ですが…
送迎があるので、ジップライン 意外のアクティビティも参加して、丸1日滞在する方が、コスパいいです。
A waterproof case is essential for taking photos and videos. It's also better to use a neck strap. There was someone in the same group who dropped their smartphone into the sea while it was in their pocket. The guide searched for it that day but couldn't find it, and they mentioned they would look for it again during tomorrow's tour, but it's unclear if it was found.
The tour was satisfying. There were two boats, and we were divided into English and Japanese groups. First, we practiced snorkeling at the sandbar. The sandbar was about waist-deep for adults. After that, we drove the boat through an area where sea turtles live. We were able to see about five sea turtles, and it was great to see them come up to the surface. Finally, we put on fins and flotation devices and swam around the coral. With the flotation devices, there was no worry about sinking, and it was nice to see tropical fish.
For lunch, we had hamburgers after swimming at the sandbar. The meat was large, flavorful, and delicious. The hamburger tasted especially good after swimming.
写真や動画を取るために防水ケースは必須。
また、首掛けタイプにしたほうがいいです。
同じ組にポケットにいれて、スマホを海中に落とされた方がいらしたので。
当日ガイドが探したが見つからず、ガイドの方が明日のツアー中にも探すと言ってましたが、見つかったかは不明。
ツアーは満足。
船は2隻で英語組と日本語組に分かれてツアーをしました。
まず初めにサンドバーでシュノーケリングの練習。
サンドバーは大人で腰くらいの高さ。
そのあと船を走らせウミガメがすんでるところを通ります。
ウミガメは5頭ぐらい見れて、首を海面に出すとこも見れてよかった。
最後に足ひれと浮き具を着てサンゴの周りを泳ぎます。
浮き具があるので、沈む心配はないし、熱帯魚も見れてよかった。
昼食はサンドバーで泳いだ後にハンバーガーをいただきました。
肉が大きくて味もしっかりしていておいしかった。
泳いだ後のハンバーガーはおいしく感じます。
First of all, I want to point out that all explanations from the reception until the end were in English. There was no broken Japanese, so those who can't speak English have to tough it out... (laughs) However, they conveyed the important parts through gestures, so I was able to understand somewhat.
Whether it was the location or just luck, we were able to see a lot of sea turtles. I left my smartphone on the boat, so I couldn't take any pictures, but having a water-resistant camera would be even better.
After snorkeling, we went sailing, and the sailing time was longer than I expected (laughs). Many people ended up feeling seasick, so motion sickness medication is a must.
That said, it was a course where we could enjoy beautiful fish, sea turtles, and the atmosphere of Hawaii on the boat, and I had a great time!
まず初めに注意して頂きたいのが、受付から解散までずっと英語での説明です。カタコト日本語とかも無いので英語ができない人は気合いで乗り切るしかありません…(笑)ただ重要な部分はジェスチャーで伝えてくれたのでなんとなくは理解することが出来ました。日本人参加者は私たち以外にいなかったので、他の参加者の方に聞くこともできませんでした…。
場所が良かったのか、運が良かったのか、ウミガメもたくさん見ることができました。スマホは船上に置いてきてしまったので撮影はできなかったのですが、水濡れOKのカメラがあるとなおいいかもしれません。
シュノーケリングが終わったあとはセーリングなのですが、セーリングの時間が思った以上に長いです(笑)船酔いしてしまう人が続出だったので、酔い止めは必須です。
とはいえ、綺麗な魚もウミガメも船上でハワイの風などの雰囲気も楽しめるコースとなっており、とても満喫出来ました!
The weather was nice on the day of the trip, but the air conditioning on the bus was so strong that it felt cold. After boarding the boat with the sound bar, I quickly understood the guide's explanation.
At first, we practiced snorkeling, then slowly peered into the water and realized I was surrounded by small fish. After that, we enjoyed watching sea turtles and dolphins.
It was really great!
当日は天気も良かったのですがバスの中のクーラーが効き過ぎる位効いて寒いくらいでした。サウンドバーに付き船に乗り込みガイドの説明ですぐに理解出来ました。
最初はシュノーケルの練習をした後ゆっくり水面を覗き込み小さな魚の中に自分が居るのがわかりました。その後海ガメ、イルカ ウォッチングをたのしみました。
とても良かったです
The event was canceled once due to strong winds, and it was rescheduled for another date. However, I had trouble with my application and was told on the day that my reservation was not confirmed. Fortunately, the lady at the reception was very kind and contacted the staff at Veltra for me, allowing me to join at an available time.
Parasailing was amazing. It's not something you get to experience often, so I highly recommend it. The boat driver was really enthusiastic.
一度強風で中止になり、別の日程に振り替えたのですが、うまく申し込ておらず、当日受付をしても予約できていないと言われました。ですが、受付のおばちゃんが非常に良い人で、ベルトラのスタッフに問い合わせてくれ、空いている時間に入れてくれました。
パラセーリングは最高でした。なかなかできる経験ではないのでおすすめです。ボートの運転手はイケイケでした。
The Manoa Falls tour was canceled the day before. I only found out about the cancellation through an email, and it wasn't until I received a phone call the night before that I learned about it. From there, I requested to change to another tour and was able to participate in the Waimea Falls tour. The guides from the tour company Dolphin & You (driver John, Toshio, and Daisuke) were very cheerful and fun, and even though it was a downpour during the tour, I had a great time.
前日にマノアの滝ツアーが中止になった。中止の連絡がメールだけだったので中止のことを知ったのが前日の夜に電話があり初めて知った。そこから別のツアーに変更をお願いして、なんとかワイメアの滝ツアーに参加することができた。ツアー会社ドルフィン&ユーのガイド(運転手ジョンさん、トシオさん、ダイスケさん)はとても愉快で楽しく、土砂降りのツアーでしたが楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
This tour is impressive. We two adults and one kid (5 years old) really enjoyed the tour. There are roughly 3 hours from leaving and back to the wharf, including the round trips (20 minutes), preparation and cleaning (20 minutes), and the total number at Sand bar for playing is about 2 hours 20 minutes, which is enough for playing kayak, paddle board, snookering, volleyball, and relaxing.
The place itself is safe. KBOS assigned one or two staffs for each kind of activity, and they provide help for whoever needs it. The water depth was 3~4 ft when we were there, and the staff said the water depth is 2~5 ft depending on the tides. Little kids friendly as long as they are not sacred of swimming.
Simple lunch and drink were provided. Live music on the boat. The staffs are really helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!
We self drive from Waikiki, which took us about 40 minutes before the lunch time. There are a lot of parking spots.
We will come back when we visit Oahu again.
Mahalo for your review! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS
Although it had been sunny until yesterday, it suddenly started pouring rain, and the tour itself was canceled. However, about five hours prior, I was able to check whether it was canceled through the reservation information screen in the email, which allowed me to change my plans for the next activities.
昨日まで晴れていたのに突然大雨が降ってきて、ツアー自体がキャンセルになってしまったが、5時間前くらいにはメールの予約情報画面からキャンセルかどうか確認することができ、次の行動予定を変更することが出来ました。
This was my first major vacation after being isolated due to COVID. Being immunocompromised makes finding activities difficult. We contemplated the UTV/ATV tour, in hopes of social distancing. However, we settled on the bus tour at the last minute. We got the early Monday morning tour our last day on Oahu. The bus was almost empty, so we comfortably social distanced. (The later morning buses were definitely far busier) Nick was a great host and generally joyful human being. He made the experience even better for us, despite my limitations. This place is beautiful and gorgeously maintained. Cannot miss this! If I get back to Oahu and I am well enough, I’ll be joining the horse back riding tour.
We had great time at sandbar playing volleyball. Food was good. First time snorkeling but the whole crew was amazing and helped us. We saw lot of fishes, manta ray, turtles. Highly recommend!!
It was a bit hard to find the location, but I had so much fun from the moment I got on the boat. The moment we went up was quick and not scary at all. It became a great memory.
場所がわかりにくかったですが、船に乗った時から、とにかく楽しかったです。
上がる瞬間も一瞬で怖くないです。
良い思い出になりました。
Me and my husband did several activities in the Big Island and Oahu and the experience we had in the Sandbar was the best out of all. The reservation was easy and the staffs/crews on the boat were very friendly. They delivered the information and guideline very well and were willing to help. Kayaking was so fun and relaxing and snorkeling was amazing(I can't swim but the life vest they provided helped me to explore the ocean). We saw more fish than we did at Hanauma Bay. I definitely recommend this activity to everyone who visits Oahu. Next time I go, I would bring a jacket or an extra beach towel with me because I felt a little cold on the way back(They give you hot tea to help).
Mahalo for your review and sharing experience! - Team KBOS
So good to swim with Leho the dolphin we were assigned to be with! Melissa taught us so much about dolphins that hour. The photos showed us smiling bigger than we never had before! Super fun and excellent! It was part of our 50th anniversary celebration.
If you're expecting a sandbar where you can walk when the tide goes out, it might be a bit different. Still, I had a wonderful and elegant time with cheerful instructors, including some Japanese, and enjoyed live music on the boat.
There was a raft near the snorkeling, kayaking, and SUP spots, and spending time sunbathing while enjoying the view from there was fantastic.
While being pulled on a banana boat, I happened to see a sea turtle swimming nearby!
いわゆる、潮が引いて歩けるサンドバーを期待すると、ちょっと違うかもしれません。
それでも日本人も含む、陽気なインストラクターさんと、船内は生演奏の音楽もあってとても気持ちがよく優雅な時間を過ごせました。
シュノーケル、カヤック、SUPスポットの近くにイカダがあって、その上で景色を眺めながら日向ぼっこをしている時間も最高でした。
バナナボートに乗って引っ張られている最中、たまたまですが、ぷかぷか泳いでいるウミガメを見ることもできました!
Thank you very much for participating in the tour and for sharing your wonderful photos. We look forward to your next participation. From all the staff at KBOS.
ツアーへのご参加、すてきなお写真も共有頂き誠にありがとうございました。またのご参加是非お待ちしております。 KBOS スタッフ一同
There is nothing in particular. But it was fun. There is nothing in particular, but it was fun. There is nothing in particular, but it was fun. There is nothing in particular, but it was fun.
特にありません。が楽しかったです。特にありませんが楽しかったです。特にありませんが楽しかったです。特にありませんが楽しかったです。
It was a great experience and best time I and my friends had in Honolulu. All staff was very nice and helped us to enjoy the activities safely. Thank you and we will visit again!
Mahalo for your review! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS
The ATV tour was amazing. My daughter and nephews loved the little race track session within the tour. The tour guides were very friendly and personable.
My 11-year-old son was very happy. I recommend it. He seemed to have fun catching a fish. The staff were also kind and taught us patiently. In the end, they cooked the fish we caught and let us eat it.
11さいの息子が大分喜びました。お勧めです。1匹釣れてたのしそうでした。またスタッフも優しくて丁寧におしえてくれます。最後、釣れた魚を料理して、たべさせてくれました。
The staff are dedicated to ensuring everyone has a great time, so you can enjoy the experience safely and happily. With Japanese staff members Miki and Yuya present, there's no need to worry; they make sure you have fun. I was able to meet several types of dolphins and sea turtles, and it was enjoyable once again.
The waves were higher than during my last experience in the summer, and it was windy and cold when we went out to sea, with the water temperature also being low. I wore a rash guard to prevent sunburn, but the wet rash guard got cold in the wind, and I was shivering the whole time. Since you can move around freely during the experience, you might get sunburned, but the scenery is wonderful, and I recommend staying on the second floor to combat seasickness and the cold.
The marine activities were fantastic, especially the slide from the boat! Professional photographer Yuya created bubble rings for us. I’m looking forward to the photos.
I’m grateful for the wonderful staff and scenery.
スタッフの方たちが、絶対にみんなに楽しんで欲しい!という気持ちで頑張ってくれるので、安全に楽しく体験出来ます。
日本スタッフのミキさんと裕也さんがいてくださって、なんの不安もなく楽しませてくれます。
数種類のイルカとウミガメにも会うことができ、今回も楽しかったです。
前回夏に体験した時よりも波が高く、沖に出ると風も冷たく、水温も引くかったです。日焼け防止にラッシュガードを上下着用していましたが、風があたると濡れたラッシュガードが冷えてしまい、終始震えていました。途中から席の移動が自由に出来るので、日焼けはしますが、景色も素晴らしいですし、船酔いと寒さ対策には2階にいることをおすすめします。
マリンアクティビティは、船からのスライダーが最高でした!
プロカメラマンの裕也さんがバブルリングをやってくれました。今から写真が楽しみです。
素晴らしいスタッフと景色に感謝です。
Aloha! Nekosuzu,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University for the second time. We appreciate your encouraging comments to our crew on board.
Starting in October, Dolphin University will be conducted on our brand new ship, the Poseidon. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the panoramic view from the second deck.
It seems you had a great time again. As you mentioned, the ocean water in Hawaii can be surprisingly cold, and from October to March, it tends to get chilly on windy days.
When you visit Hawaii during the rainy season next time, please consider renting a wetsuit.
We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!
Aloha! ネコスズ様
2度目のイルカ大学へのご参加、ありがとうございました。船上のクルーたちの励みになるコメントをありがとうございます。
10月からイルカ大学は真新しい船、ポセイドン号で催行しております。2階から見るパノラマビューについて記載してくださり嬉しく思います。
2回目も楽しんでいただけた様子が伝わってきます。
おっしゃる通り、ハワイの海水は意外と冷たく10月-3月は風の冷たい日は冷えやすくなる傾向があります。
次回ハワイの雨季にいらっしゃる時は是非ウエットスーツをレンタルしてみてくださいね。
またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
Mahalo!
We had a sunset cruising experience for our family of four, and we were blessed with great weather, allowing us to have the best time. The food was delicious, and after enjoying the beautiful sunset, we watched the fireworks from Hilton Village, accompanied by live jazz music. Everything was perfect. We truly made wonderful memories.
親子4人のサンセットクルージング、天気にも恵まれて、最高の時間を過ごすことが出来ました。料理も美味しく、美味しいサンセットを見た後は、ヒルトンヴィレッジから上がる花火、そして生演奏のJAZZ、すべて完璧でした。本当に良い想い出が出来ました。
Thank you very much for bringing your family to our Star of Honolulu dinner cruise. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the meal at Nova Five Star, the beautiful sunset, and the fireworks on Friday. Our entire staff is honored to have been able to help you create wonderful memories in Hawaii. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号デイナークルーズに御家族でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。ノバファイブスターでのお食事と素敵なサンセットそして、金曜日の花火もお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。ハワイでの素敵な思い出作りのお手伝いができたことをスタッフ一同光栄に思っております。またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
The weather was nice on the day of the trip, the sea was beautiful, and I was able to see a lot of fish. The English guide was very kind, but if you can't speak English, you won't know the meeting place and time for the return. It would be very helpful if you could provide guidance in Japanese using a whiteboard or notes.
当日はお天気も良くて、海が綺麗で魚めたくさん見られました。英語ガイドさんはとても親切でしたが、英語が話せないと帰りの待ち合わせ場所や時間が分かりません。
ホワイトボードやメモなど日本語で案内してもらえるととっても助かります。
Professional , courteous clean and food was great experience of a life time. really really good. Entertainment and everything above and beyond approach.
I went parasailing for the first time, and it was an amazing experience. The sky was quieter and more stable than I expected, allowing me to enjoy the scenery and the height. The only downside was that the weather wasn't great. There were many people from Japan, so we took photos and videos of each other and shared them, but there was no photo service provided as part of the tour.
初めてパラセーリングをしましたがとても素晴らしい体験ができました。
上空は思っていた以上に静かで安定していて景色や高さを楽しめました。お天気がいまいちだったのでそこだけが残念でした。
日本の方が多くいらっしゃったのでお互いに写真やムービーを撮り合って共有しましたが、ツアーとしては写真サービスはなかったです。
The weather was unfortunate, as it was cloudy and rainy, making it cold to enter the sea. However, the support from the guide was wonderful, and I was able to participate comfortably. The captain, like a behind-the-scenes supporter, made charcoal-grilled hamburgers, and during the sea turtle watching, he skillfully guided the boat. I think it would have been perfect if the weather had been nice, but I still enjoyed seeing the beautiful coral and swimming tropical fish.
天気は残念で曇ってたら、雨が降ったりと海に入るのにも寒かったのですが、ガイドの方のフォローが素晴らしく、気持ち良く参加できました。縁の下の力持ち的にキャプテンが炭火焼きのハンバーガーを作ってくれたり、ウミガメウォッチングでは上手く船を誘導してくれてました。
天気が良かったら最高だとは思いますが、綺麗な珊瑚と泳ぐ熱帯魚を見て楽しめました。
The food was delicious, and the level of crowding was not too much, which was great. The show was enjoyable for the whole family, with the men's powerful performances and the women's captivating dances.
料理も美味しく、混雑度合いもそこまでで良かったです。
ショーは男性の迫力と女性の魅力的な踊りで家族みんなが楽しめました。
We participated as a couple. The woman guiding us was calm and reassuring. We enjoyed a leisurely one-hour walk along a designated route overseas. Although it was November, the weather across the North Shore was poor that day, with occasional light rain.
I haven't experienced other horseback riding, but it might be lacking for those seeking an adventurous element.
- About a 1 hour and 15-minute drive from Waikiki
- Restrooms available
- There was a child around 6 years old with other customers.
夫婦二人で参加しました。
案内してくれる女性も穏やかな方で安心でした。
海外の決まったルートをのんびり1時間くらいお散歩でした。
11月でしたが、当日はノースショア全体の天気が悪く、たまに霧雨が降るような感じでした。
他の乗馬は未体験ですが、アドベンチャー的な要素を求めている方には物足りないかもしれません。
・ワイキキからレンタカーで1時間15分くらい
・トイレあり
・6歳くらいの子どももいました(他のお客様)
After our children became adults, we took a trip to Hawaii as a couple for the first time in over 20 years. We wanted to do something memorable, so we signed up for parasailing. Although I felt a bit scared, the weather was great on the day of the activity, and once we were up in the air, it was stable and we enjoyed the refreshing breeze while taking in the stunning views of Honolulu. At the end, we had the usual splash in the sea, but they also check in advance how much you'll be submerged, which was very reassuring. I would love to do it again the next time we visit Hawaii.
子供たちも社会人になり、20数年ぶりに夫婦2人でのハワイ旅行。何か思い出に残ることをやってみようと思い、パラセイリングに申し込みました。
少し怖い気持ちもありましたが、当日は天気も良く、空に上がってみれば安定していて、気持ちよい空気の中、ホノルルの絶景を堪能できました。
最後はお決まりの海ポチャになりますが、どの程度海に浸かるかも事前に確認してくれるので、とても安心です。
次にハワイに行くときもやってみたいと思います。
First time visitor to Oahu and first outing planned. Beautiful vistas; ATV adventure enabled us to see parts of the Ranch at a comfortable and interactive pace.
I participated in a tour in late October, and it exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend it for those who want to recharge with the energy of nature. Thanks to the tour guide who spoke in both English and Japanese, I was able to enjoy the experience! They share information about the plants, which adds to the excitement! If it's your first time visiting Manoa Falls, definitely consider joining this tour.
As for clothing, I recommend wearing long pants since there are mosquitoes. If you don't have insect repellent spray, the guide will lend you some. I initially wore a lightweight UV parka over my T-shirt, but I started to sweat a bit, so I took it off midway. The ground was a bit muddy from the rain the day before, but my sneakers only got a little dirty. At the end, you can rinse your shoes off with a hose (your socks will get wet, though). Bottled water is provided during lunch. You'll sweat while walking and get thirsty, so don't forget to bring your own water!
After being thoroughly satisfied at Manoa Falls, we headed to Tantalus Lookout. I've participated in night view tours several times, but this was my first time at Tantalus during the day! The view was fantastic! I chose the pastrami sandwich for lunch, and it was a great choice! It was lucky to enjoy a sandwich from a popular local shop without having to wait in line! It was so delicious! Definitely check out Manoa Falls. I highly recommend this tour!
10月下旬にツアーに参加し、期待以上に大満足でした!!大自然のエネルギーをたっぷりチャージしたい方におすすめです。
英語と日本語を交互にお話ししてくださるツアーガイドさんのおかげで、楽しく参加できました!
植物のことなど教えてくださいますので、ワクワク感が増します!はじめてマノアの滝に行かれる方は、ぜひこのツアーに参加してみてください。
服装ですが、蚊が飛んでますので長ズボンがおすすめです。虫除けスプレーは持ってなければガイドさんが貸してくださいます。
最初はTシャツのうえに薄手のUVパーカーを羽織っていましたが、じんわりと汗をかいたので途中でパーカーは脱ぎました。
前日の雨で、足元は多少ぬかるんでましたがスニーカーに泥がついた程度。最後にホースの水でザッと靴を洗い流せます(靴下まで濡れますが)
ペットボトルのお水は、ランチのときに配られます。歩きながら汗をかいて喉が乾くので、お水の持参を忘れずに!
マノアの滝で大満足したあとは、タンタラスの丘へ。夜景ツアーは何度か参加したことがありますが、昼間のタンタラスの丘ははじめて!とても良い眺めで最高!
ランチのサンドイッチはパストラミを選んで大正解!地元で人気のお店のサンドイッチを並ばずに食べられるなんてラッキー!とーっても美味しかったです!
マノアの滝、ぜひ行ってみてください。こちらのツアーおすすめですよー!