All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 13-17

Hayato, the Japanese guide, rode with us on the shuttle bus and provided explanations on the way to the port. The photographer was a foreigner, but he tried to communicate using a translation device and was very kind. The boat was double-decker, with foreigners on the first floor and Japanese on the second. There were two Japanese guides on the second floor to assist us. It was quite rocky, and some people felt sick, so it's advisable to take motion sickness medication. Children from the age of five can swim, but they need to jump off the boat one by one with fins and snorkel sets, so it might be scary unless the child is very adventurous.

Unfortunately, on the day we participated, we couldn't swim with the dolphins, but we were able to see them from the boat. (There are areas where swimming with them is not allowed.) In the snorkeling area, we saw turtles, so we could swim with them.

On the return bus, I tried to get off in front of the hotel, but the door closed right in front of me, and in the end, we had to stop at the hotel one more time to drop us off. The driver didn't speak Japanese and seemed hard of hearing, so I recommend that those who are not confident in their English sit in the front seats to get off quickly.

日本人ガイドのハヤトさんが送迎のバスから一緒に乗ってくださって、港にいくまでの間に説明をしてくれました。カメラマンさんは外国の方でしたが、翻訳機能を使って意思疎通をしようとしてくれて、とても良い方でした。二階建ての船でしたが、外国の方が１階、日本人は2階で振り分けられていました。2階には日本人ガイドさんが２人いてサポートしてくださいました。結構揺れて気持ち悪くなってる方がいたので酔い止めは飲んだ方がいいです。５歳からスイムも可能となっていますが、船から一人ずつフィンとシュノーケルセットをつけて飛び降りる必要があるので、よほど冒険心のあるお子さんでないと怖いのではないかなと思いました。
私たちが参加した日は残念ながらイルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできなかったのですが、船の上からイルカを見ることはできました。（エリアによって一緒に泳げないエリアがあります。）またシュノーケルエリアでは亀がいたので、亀と一緒に泳ぐことはできました。
帰りのバスでホテル前で降りようとしましたが、目の前で扉を閉められてしまい、結局最後にもう一度ホテルに寄って降ろしてもらいました。運転手さんは日本語が話せない方で耳も遠い感じだったので、英語に自信のない方は前方の席に座って素早く降りることをおすすめします。

Although the weak yen has resulted in considerable expenses, since I was going to board anyway, I booked a 5-star experience with fireworks on Friday and a course meal.

From the moment I boarded, I was guided to a special floor via the elevator, and the dinner set was nicely arranged at my seat, creating an excellent atmosphere.

Of course, the sunset was beautiful, and after the luxurious meal, there was a dinner show, followed by the fireworks viewed from the ship, which were breathtaking. Everyone moved to the side where the fireworks could be seen, making the boat feel like it was tilting a bit (laughs).

It became a wonderful memory of my trip to Hawaii. I highly recommend the 5-star experience!

円安でかなりの出費にはなりますが、どうせ乗船するなら、金曜日の花火付きで、コース料理も食べられる5スターを予約しました。

乗船する時から、エレベーターでの特別フロアへのご案内、席にはディナーセットがきちんと用意され、雰囲気も抜群。

サンセットはもちろんのこと、豪華なお食事の後はディナーショー、そして船上から見る花火は、圧巻でした。みんな花火が見える方に移動するので、気持ち船が傾いているような(笑)

ハワイ観光の良い思い出になりました。
5スター、おすすめです！

I was very excited to go on this activity, but unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend it. When you arrive at check-in, they will not validate your parking (which is the opposite of the information you get in your confirmation email) so expect to pay $15 for parking and not $4. Next, they will take some pictures in front of a wall mural before you go into the boat. They don't give you a choice of whether you want to be photographed or not and they do not tell you that the pictures will cost $50 if you want them. The pictures actually came out nice so I asked if I could just buy one and they said that was not possible...way to be accommodating to your guests. The time on the cruise is way too long and they could really use a host that sounds excited to be there. The singer was fine but keeps the energy too mellow, you could see that everyone was ready to get off the cruise after an hour. I specifically chose this type of boat expecting that it would be more stable and I wouldn't get seasick but I did. I'd say if you really want a sunset cruise experience, I'd try out a catamaran since the vibe on those looks a lot more lively and friendly than on this bigger vessel...The best part of the cruise was of course the views (the bartender and server were nice as well.)

This was definitely the best Atv raptor tour I got to do with my family…made the vacation even more enjoyable…the scenery while driving was incredible…very friendly staff…definitely worth the trip…

Walking among the ocean, wind, and clear skies on the beach was amazing! The horses didn't smell, and there were few bugs. I'll join again when I come to Hawaii in a few years!

海、風、晴れ空、ビーチの中、歩くの最高でした！
馬も臭くないし、虫も少なかったです
また数年後ハワイ来た時参加します！

The crew was excellent so friendly and so helpful. We had so much fun at the sand bar lunch was great. The snorkling was also a lot of fun. I would highly recommend this experience. Really enjoyed the movie trivia that our host shared with us on our way back to the dock. Thank you for a great time!

We gathered in front of the hotel early in the morning (5:45 AM) and watched the sunrise until our reservation time for Hanauma Bay (6:30 AM). This activity does not require a reservation for entry to Hanauma Bay, but you need to purchase tickets on-site, and you have to wait in line until it's time. I felt that time was a bit wasted, but I guess that's what you get for a cheap tour. One participant in the same tour kindly purchased tickets for everyone at the counter. Of course, we all lined up together.

If the tour included the ticket price, I suppose there wouldn't be any need to wait in line? I saw some people entering without waiting. Since everything was explained in English, there were some things I didn't understand. I heard there are lockers available, but I think it's better to take valuables to the beach. Someone needs to keep an eye on the bags. The snorkeling gear was cheap, and it was hard to breathe underwater. Some people mentioned it broke halfway through. The driver said if we called, he would help us... in English.

If you want to participate in the tour efficiently and with peace of mind, I think it's better to join a Hanauma Bay snorkeling tour guided by Japanese staff, even if it's a bit more expensive.

朝早くから(5時45分)ホテル前集合で、ハナウマ湾の予約時間(6時30分)まで朝日が昇るのを見てました。
このアクティビティーは、ハナウマ湾入場予約は不要なのだけど、現地でチケット購入しないといけないく、時間になるまでならんで待っていないとダメでした。
その時間がもったいなかったかな？安いツアーだからしょうがないです。
同じツアー参加者の一人が全員分のチケットをまとめて窓口で購入してくれました。もちろん全員同じかたまってならんでました。

チケット代金も入ったツアーならたぶんこの並ぶ　ということはないのかな？並ばないで入ってる人もいたので。
全部英語で説明させるのでわからないこともありました。ロッカーあるとのこと、でもビーチに貴重品はもっていった方がいいと思います。誰か一人荷物番が必要です。
シュノーケルも安物か海のなかで息がしづらいです。
途中で切れたという人もいました。電話してくれれば…と、ドライバーはいってました。英語です。
効率よく、安心してツアーに参加したいのであれば、少し高くても日本人スタッフが案内してくれるハナウマ湾シュノーケルに参加した方がいいと思います。

I rode a buggy while enjoying the great nature of Hawaii. It rained heavily along the way, but that was fun too! There was also an explanation in Japanese, which made me feel secure participating.

ハワイの大自然を見ながらバギーに乗りました。 途中大雨が降りましたが、それも楽しかったです！日本語での説明もあり、安心して参加できました。

We were able to enjoy ourselves thoroughly until the meeting time of 12:30 thanks to the early morning pickup. Timely service is great!
For meals, only before going down to the beach, card payments are accepted. The BIG hot dog was $11, and we were able to share it between two people. The fish is larger and there are many more varieties compared to before the pandemic!

早朝ピックアップで早く到着の為、集合12：30までたっぷり楽しめました。時間通りの対応が、良い！
食事は、海岸に降りる手前のみ、カード飲み対応です。BIG ホットドック、11ドル、二人でシェアできました。コロナ前より、魚が大きくて、種類も沢山！

You can encounter a landscape that is completely different from Waikiki. It's surprising that it has been a filming location for Jurassic Park and many other movies! Please go and discover the Hawaii you don't know!

ワイキキとはまるで違う風景に出会えます。
ジュラシックパークを撮影したりたくさんの映画のロケ地になっていることにもビックリ！
知らないハワイに会いに行ってください！

It was a beautiful evening on the ocean. The sunset was hidden behind clouds but you could see the rays from the sun peaking thru. The food was flavorful and an abundance of it. With a tremendous variety to choose from.

At Dolphin Exploration, you can experience performing arts together with dolphins in a swimming pool while wearing life jackets. My 8 and 10-year-old daughters, who have just started to put their faces in the water and dive a little at the community pool this year, enjoyed themselves without fear, thanks to the life jackets, even though they couldn't touch the bottom. It became a wonderful memory of interacting with the dolphins. Participants in the Dolphin Encounter were also experiencing in the same pool, standing on an underwater platform at the edge of the pool (about adult waist-deep) to see the performances up close. I think the grandparents who came with us enjoyed watching their grandchildren's joyful expressions from the covered spectator seats. In another area, feeding the sea turtles was a rare treat, and the children were delighted. Since the number of feedings was limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, we bought some in advance and enjoyed feeding after the dolphin experience. The air conditioning on the bus to and from the venue was a bit too strong, so having a blanket would have been nice.

ドルフィン・エキスパローションでは、ライフジャケットを着てイルカが泳ぐプールの中で芸を一緒に体験できます。市民プールで今年から顔をつけて少しだけ潜れるようになった8歳と10歳の娘も、ライフジャケットがあるので足がつかなくても怖がらず楽しめました。イルカと十分に触れ合えた良い思い出になりました。ドルフィン・エンカウターの参加者が同じプールで体験されていましたが、そちらはプールの縁にある水中桟橋（大人の腰ぐらいの深さ）に立って目の前で芸を体験していました。一緒に行った祖父母も屋根のある観客席で孫の喜ぶ姿を見学できて楽しめたと思います。他のコーナーでは、海亀の餌やりが珍しく、子供たちは喜んでいました。餌の数が先着で数に限りがあるので先に買っておいて、イルカ体験が終わってから餌やりを楽しみました。行き帰りのバスのクーラーが効きすぎているので、毛布があっても良いぐらいでした。

I have experienced horseback riding in other places, but I was able to enjoy it for a longer time here. I was surprised that both horses had children's names. I felt a connection and they were very cute. The refreshing feeling of running by the seaside while feeling the breeze of Hawaii was the best healing time. Thank you very much.

乗馬は、別の場所でも体験しましたが、時間が長く乗馬を楽しめました。馬の名前が2頭とも子どもの名前で、驚きました。何かの縁を感じ、とても可愛かったです。海辺を走る爽快感も心地よくHawaiiの風を感じながら、最高の癒しの時間でした。ありがとうございました。

The shuttle bus was a Mercedes, and the seats were very comfortable, but the air conditioning was quite cold. Once we arrived, a Japanese staff member explained the flow of the program, and then we split into groups based on our plans for instructions in English on how to use the helmets, goggles, and bandanas, as well as how to operate the buggies. Even for someone who is a paper driver, it was easy to drive.

I tend to get car sick, so I was worried and took motion sickness medication, but although it was bumpy, I didn't feel nauseous, so it was fine! Since sand and dust were flying from the car in front, I think it's a good idea to wear the goggles and bandana properly and also bring a disposable poncho to avoid getting dirty. We brought some that we purchased at a 100 yen shop in advance.

They stopped at various points to explain the locations, but unfortunately, everything was in English, so I could hardly understand... However, the view was great, and the scenery was very pleasant! I was a little disappointed that we didn't stop at the place with the sign and bone sculptures that felt like "Jurassic Park." (It might have been a time issue.)

送迎のバスはベンツで座り心地がとても良いですが冷房が効いていて寒かったです。
現地についてからは日本語のスタッフの方が流れを説明してくれて、その後プランごとに分かれて英語でヘルメット・ゴーグル・バンダナの貸し出しやバギーの操作方法の説明があります。
ペーパードライバーでも簡単に運転できました。
また、私は車酔いしやすい方なので心配で酔い止めを飲んで行きましたが、揺れるけど酔う感じではなく大丈夫でした！
前の車から砂埃が飛んでくるので、ゴーグル・バンダナをちゃんと付けて更に使い捨てのポンチョを持参すると汚れず良いと思います。私たちは予め100均で購入したものを持参しました。
所々降りてその場所の説明をしてくれますが残念ながら全て英語のためほぼ聞き取れず…
ただ見晴らしが良くとても気持ちの良い景色でした！
ザ・ジュラシックパークという感じの看板や骨のオブジェがある所には寄らなかったのでそこが少しだけ残念でした。(時間的な問題かもしれません)

I will write concisely.

Overall, it was enjoyable, and the scenery was beautiful. Here are a few thoughts:

First, when you book as a group, even if there are five people, you will only have one buggy. The driver can be up to two people. Your clothes will get quite dirty. Since there is only a small gap between you and the person in front, you can't drive freely or quickly. The guide at Kualoa speaks English, but there were also people who could speak Japanese.

簡潔に書きます。

内容としては楽しく、景色も綺麗でよかったです。
少し思ったことを書きます

まずまとめて予約すると５人でもバギー一台になります。
操縦者は2人までです。
服がかなり汚れます。
前の人と少しだけ車間距離空けて走るので自由に走るとか早く走れるとかはないです。
クアロアのガイドは英語ですが、日本語も話せる人もいました。

We were going back and forth on which boat to go with and we were so happy we chose this one! The staff were amazing. So friendly and informative and helpful. The live music was amazing and made experience that much more special! They had refreshments and donuts complementary. There we was snorkelling, kayaking, paddle boards and a dock to chill at when you arrived. When we were there we looked around at the other boats and they honestly had nothing going on lol. Would definitely recommend going with them for this experience :)

I will start at 12 o'clock and get on the buggy. The first part is a flat course, so I will make sure to confirm the operating methods here. After that, there are ups and downs that are far more intense than I imagined; it's a wonder that no accidents happen. I hope everyone enjoys a safe adventure.

私は12時スタート、バギーに乗り込みます。最初は平坦コースなのでここでしっかり操作方法を確認します。その後は想像よりもはるかに激しいアップダウン、これで事故が起きないのが不思議なくらい。皆様も安全なアドベンチャーをお楽しみください。

Generally, I think it's rare to encounter sea turtles while snorkeling. Here, they might be feeding them? I saw two sea turtles swimming normally, but there were more than five on the ocean floor, and I had a great time. The phrase "you will definitely see them!" seems to be true. You must wear a floatation device and cannot dive underwater, but I still had a lot of fun. If you can't speak any Japanese, it might be a bit challenging for those who don't speak English!

大概、ウミガメに会えるというシュノーケリングで、そうそう会えることもないのではと思う。
ここでは、餌付け？をしているのか、普通に泳いでいるウミガメは２匹だったが、海底にはそれ以上の５匹のウミガメがおり、楽しく過ごすことが出来た。
確実に会える！というフレーズは、確かだと思う。
浮きを必ず着用しなければならず、海中に潜水することは出来ないが、楽しく過ごすことが出来た。
日本語が全く使えないので、英語が話せない人は少し厳しいかも！

The boat was large, so it didn't sway at all, and we enjoyed drinks, donuts, and live music on board. I had signed up for a tour that was supposed to coincide with low tide, but we couldn't see the sandy beach, and the water depth was about to the chest of an adult. However, with this depth, it's safe even if you fall while snorkeling, and it might be just right for enjoying snorkeling. During snorkeling, you get to feed the fish, so they come right up to you, which is fun!

大きめの船なので全く揺れず、船上で飲み物やドーナツ、生演奏が楽しめました。干潮の時刻に合わせたツアーを申し込んだはずなのですが、砂浜は見えず、大人のみぞおち位の水深がありました。
でも、このくらいの水深だとSAPで転んでも安全だし、シュノーケリングも楽しめて丁度良いかもしれません。シュノーケリングでは餌をもらえるので魚が向こうから寄って来てくれて楽しい！

The weather was nice and I had a great time! However, the morning pickup location was the same as other tour companies, so there were a huge number of people gathered, and with so many shuttle vehicles, it was difficult to find my ride. Also, unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar due to the timing (but that's just a natural phenomenon, so it can't be helped). I was surprised when they said we would ride the bumper tube and banana boat one after the other right after we arrived (before going into the sea), but the bumper tube was thrilling and fun! The staff were all kind, polite, and enjoyable, which made me feel at ease.

天気も良くとっても楽しかったです！
ただ、朝のピックアップ場所が他のツアー会社と同じなので、ものすごい人数が集まり、送迎車もたくさんなのでどれが自分のお迎えの車なのか探すのに苦労しました。
それと、残念ながらサンドバーは時間帯が悪く見られませんでした。(こればっかりは自然現象なので仕方ない)
ついて早々に(海に入る前に)バンパーチューブとバナナボートに立て続けに乗ると言われびっくりしましたが、バンパーチューブはスリル満点で楽しかったです！
スタッフさんもみんな優しく丁寧で楽しい方たちなので安心でした。

Based on everyone's experiences, I prepared thoroughly and participated.

Regarding the time management, I had a reservation for 10 AM, so there was no waiting time at the start. After finishing, I was able to have a light snack, and after a break, it was just in time for the return bus.

At the beginning, I was able to listen to the video explanation in both English and Japanese, so I enjoyed it without any particular anxiety.

I was able to take plenty of photos along the way, and my elderly mother seemed to enjoy it as well.

Right after starting, they take photos for later purchase, so be mentally prepared. Since I was wearing a mask and goggles, when the photos were ready, my face was completely unrecognizable! (laughs)

I think it's worth participating at least once!

みなさんの体験談を参考に、
しっかりと準備をして参加しました。

時間配分につきましては
朝10時の予約枠で、スタートの待ち時間も無く、
終了後も軽く軽食を食べられて、
休憩したらちょうど帰りのバスの時間でした。

最初に英語と日本語のビデオ説明を分かれて聞けたので
特に不安も無く楽しめました。

途中に写真もしっかり取れて、
高齢の母も充分楽しめたようです。

スタートしてすぐに後で購入する用の
写真を取られますので、
気持ちの準備を。
私はマスクにゴーグルをしていたため
写真が出来上がると
顔が全くわからずでした笑

一度は参加されたら良いかと思いますよ！

Excellent experience! Andrew was amazing! So much fun! He let us touch some
Marine life! So exciting! I would definitely recommend to family and friends! It was well organized and just amazing! Book the snorkeling early it's better! The location is perfect!

Me and my family LOVED this tour. For the price you pay you get A LOT of BEAUTIFUL VIEWS and excellent service from the staff. I like that the beach is keeping as a secret and is not crowded at all. Also, the activities are phenomenal

Best tour ever! Veronica went above and beyond with the tour! Very outgoing and nice! The attention throughout the visit was AMAZING! I can't wait to go back

My first parasailing experience! I forgot that I get seasick and decided to give it a try... and off I went into the sky! It was stable up there, so it wasn't scary at all, and the view was breathtaking. I recommend taking motion sickness medication for those who get seasick. It was a wonderful experience.

初めてのパラセイリング！
自分が船酔いする事を忘れてトライしてしまい…
そのまま空へ！上空は安定していたので怖くはなく絶景でした。船酔いする方は酔い止め薬をおすすめ致します。良い体験をさせて頂きました。

The elementary school children were also very excited. It felt great to ride a buggy through the magnificent nature. Next time, I would like to try horseback riding.

小学生の子供たちも大盛り上がりでした。
雄大な自然を颯爽とバギーで走れて気持ちよかったです。
次回は馬に乗ってみたいです。

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！！！！

This time, my wife and I experienced horseback riding for the first time. We considered North Shore, but since my wife had her heart set on it, we decided to go horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch.

I thought two hours would be long, but it went by in no time. The horse I rode, Honu, was very intuitive and moved or stopped on its own without me having to do much at all (laughs). It was my first time riding, but I was able to enjoy it without any particular difficulties.

For our belongings, we could either use a paid locker for $5 or, if we had a small amount, we could borrow a bag for horseback riding to put our things in. It's important to note that you need to arrive and check in 45 minutes before the tour starts.

Also, video recording is generally prohibited for safety reasons, but taking photos seems to be fine. Although it was in English, they provided explanations about various landmarks along the way, as well as the history of Hawaii and Kualoa. Both my wife and I had a wonderful time.

今回は妻と初めての乗馬で、ノースショアと迷いましたが、妻の希望もありクアロアランチでの乗馬を体験しました。
2時間は長いかと思いましたが、あっという間でした。
私を乗せてくれたホヌ（馬）はとっても空気の読めるお馬さんで、特に何もしなくても止まったり動いたりしてくれて全自動でした（笑）
初めての乗馬でしたが特に困ることもなく楽しむことができました。

荷物は基本的に5ドルの有料ロッカーに預けるか、少量であれば乗馬用のバッグを貸していただけるのでそれに入れることができます。
ツアー開始45分前に到着してチェックインしないといけない点には注意が必要です。

また、基本的にビデオ撮影は危険なため禁止ですが、写真は問題ないみたいです。
英語ですが、道中各名所の説明やハワイ、クアロアの歴史などを説明してくれます。
妻も私も非常に楽しむことができました。

It was an early morning pickup, but the van was full. The entrance fee for Hanauma Bay is collected in cash inside the car, so it's a good idea to bring exact change. The driver will say various things in English, but as long as you can understand what time you need to be back at the car, you can just let the rest go. At Hanauma Bay, there is a place on the beach where you can rent fins and other equipment, and you can also rent lockers there. However, it's not a self-service system; you have to give your items to the staff, and when you want to retrieve them, you hand over the key.

早朝ピックアップでしたが、バンは満席でした。ハナウマ湾の入場料は車の中で現金で集められるため、お釣りがないように持って行くといいです。ドライバーが英語で色々言いますが、とにかく何時までに車に戻っていればいいか、聞き取れればあとは適当に流しておけば大丈夫です。ハナウマ湾には、ビーチにフィンなどレンタル品を借りる場所があり、そこでロッカーも借りれますが、自分で出し入れする式ではなく、物をスタッフに預けて取り出したい時に鍵を渡す式です。

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。