All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 13-17

When we arrived at Kualoa Ranch we had difficulty finding the right check-in desk and line to go in. We had bought tickets online, but we had to wait in the same long line as those who still needed to get tickets. This process was not organized very well. However, once we got to our tour bus, for the Jurassic Park Adventure, everything was done well. Our guide, Eli (not sure on the spelling) was informative, knowledgeable and funny. He stopped at a Macadamia Tree and cracked open nuts for us to try (this was towards the end of June). We stopped at various movie sites, and had plenty of time to take pictures and look around. The scenery is beautiful and I highly recommend this tour.

I was worried about being able to ride for two hours, but it went by in no time! The guide was very nice, and although the conversation was only in English, it wasn't inconvenient at all. The horses were also very well-behaved.

Additionally, the guide occasionally took photos and shared them via AirDrop on our way back, which was a nice touch. I highly recommend this experience as it creates wonderful memories!

You can store your belongings in a locker, but I recommend keeping some tips in your pocket.

2時間も乗馬できるか不安でしたがあっという間でした！ガイドさんがとてもいい人で会話は英語のみですが特に不便はありません。お馬さんもとてもお利口です。
また、ガイドさんが時折り写真を撮ってくれ帰り際にエアドロップで共有いただけたのが嬉しかったです。最高の思い出ができるのでおすすめです！
荷物はロッカーへ入れますが、チップはポッケに忍ばせることをお勧めします。

I was picked up from the Aloha Landing bus stop at the Sheraton Hotel and participated in the tour. Since I was staying at the Sheraton, it was very convenient.

In Hawaii, eating and drinking are generally prohibited on the bus. I heard that bringing Starbucks coffee is not allowed, so please be careful.

It took about an hour and a half to reach Kualoa Ranch due to traffic and unexpected aggressive driving, and we arrived around 12:00. Perhaps because we were late, as soon as we arrived, my name was called, and I was directed to the horseback riding tour registration. First, I was asked to sign something like a consent form, and I received instructions on how to ride through a video in Japanese. After that, the horseback riding tour started right away.

Horseback riding was fun. Compared to the bus tours and ATV tours, it seemed like the range of activities was narrower, but if you want to take a closer look at the scenery of Kualoa Ranch, I recommend the horseback riding tour.

After the tour ended, I had a little time before the bus departure, so I bought some souvenirs and returned to the hotel. The $1 shopping bag that was recommended at the register is still one of my favorites.

シェラトンホテルのアロハランディングバス乗り場からピックアップしてもらい、参加しました。
シェラトンに宿泊していたので、とても楽でした。
ハワイでは、基本的にバスの中は飲食禁止です。スタバのコーヒーは持ち込みNGと言われている方がいましたのでご注意ください。

クアロアランチまでは、渋滞とまさかの煽り運転に巻き込まれて、1時間半ほどかかり、到着は12:00ごろになりました。予定より遅れたためか、到着するなり、すぐに名前を呼ばれ、乗馬のツアーの受付に案内されました。
まずは、同意書のようなものにサインを求められ、乗り方などは日本語の動画で説明を受けました。
その後、乗馬ツアーがすぐにスタートしました。

乗馬は楽しかったです。
バスツアーやバギーツアーに比べて、行動範囲は狭いように思いましたが、クアロアランチの風景をじっくりみたい方には乗馬ツアーはおすすめです。

ツアー終了後、バスの出発まで少し時間あったので、お土産を買い、ホテルへ戻りました。
レジでおすすめされた1ドルのショッピングバックは今でもお気に入りです。

The crews were super nice and I had great experiences!! I am sure I will come back to this adventure!

An amazing experience that really can’t be replicated on land! Being on the water for a sunset makes it so magical, I’ll never get over the vastness of the ocean. Not that it needs to be said, but the sunset was beautiful.

The crew is excellent. They know exactly what they’re doing and are very accommodating and check in on you regularly without making you feel checked in on ‘too much’. The drinks are strong and tasty! The appetizer was more like a meal, and was delicious, especially for a bulk prep-made food item; we had a chicken sandwich (with actual chicken thigh) on a purple potato or ube bun!

There is music playing for the whole ride, so if you’re noise sensitive get there early so you can be one of the first on the boat to pick your spot (don’t sit inside where the bar is - that’s the noisiest spot). With that said, if you’re focusing on the beautiful scenery, the noise sort of fades away into the background, anyway.

We had an amazing time, and will do it again next time we are in Waikiki area.

The luau entertainment was great. The staff were helpful. The food was good, needs a little more variety. Other than that it was a fun night.

We enjoyed our hike at Diamond Head. Gorgeous views! Go early. It gets hot. Driver was nice and provided us water. Would definitely recommend this excursion.

We were the only Japanese people, but they explained things in Japanese in between, and we were able to enjoy the show throughout, which made us very satisfied. It was my first time seeing such amazing magic up close, and it became a wonderful memory of Hawaii.

私たちだけが日本人だったのですが、合間に日本語で説明してくださり、終始楽しくショーを見ることができ、とても満足しています。
間近であんなにすごいマジックを見るのは初めてで、ハワイのよい思い出になりました。

This time, I participated with my 5-year-old daughter and my parents in their 70s. The weather was a bit cloudy, but when we arrived at the sandbar, it was sunny! We even saw sea turtles! Although we couldn't see the beach, the water was up to the adults' waists, so my daughter could stand and we had a lot of fun snorkeling and kayaking! The lifeguards were very kind (and they spoke Japanese fluently!). My parents, who didn't go into the water, were also taken on a boat ride around the area, and we were delighted by their generous spirit to entertain us. It was the best experience that will remain a lifelong memory!

今回は5歳の娘と70代の両親を含む家族で参加しました。
お天気はちょっと曇りがかってましたが、サンドバーにつくと晴天！ウミガメも見えましたよ～！
砂浜までは見えませんでしたが、海が大人の腰辺りまでになっていて、娘も足がついたのでシュノーケリングやカヌーなど沢山遊べました！ライフセーバーの方たちもすごく優しかったです。（日本語もペラペラ！）海に入らない両親たちもボートに乗せてくれて周辺を一周してくれたり、私達を楽しませようとするサービス精神がたっぷりで嬉しかったです。
一生の思い出に残る最高の体験ができました！

I had been curious about the Five Star Dinner Cruise for a while. My husband was hesitant because he gets seasick, but it turned out to be a great decision to go.

From before boarding, we were welcomed with hula and music, which really set the mood. As soon as we boarded, they provided us with motion sickness medication, so my husband said he felt almost no nausea.

The meal included champagne, salad, lobster, steak, and dessert, along with two drinks of our choice. There was also piano music and live singing, creating a wonderful atmosphere.

On Friday, we enjoyed the Hilton fireworks, and there was even a surprise proposal among the guests, making it a very lively cruise. I would love to take this cruise again if I have the chance.

以前から気になっていたファイブスターディナークルーズ、夫が船酔いするので躊躇してましたが、行って正解でした。
乗船前からフラとミュージックで歓迎があり、雰囲気を盛り上げます。
乗船してすぐに酔い止め薬をもらえたので、ほぼ酔わずに良かったと言ってました。
食事はシャンパン、サラダにロブスターにステーキとデザート、他に好きな飲み物2杯チョイスできました。
ピアノ演奏に生歌もありとてもいい雰囲気でした、
金曜日のヒルトン花火もありの、お客様の中でサプライズプロポーズする方がいたりと、とても盛り上がったクルーズでした。
機会があればまた利用したいです。

At first, I was nervous, but I gradually got used to it and was able to thoroughly enjoy horseback riding. It was my first time riding, but there were no issues. The scenery was amazing, and the staff were very kind.

最初は緊張しましたが、徐々に慣れてきてたっぷりと乗馬を楽しむことができました。初めての乗馬でしたが問題なかったです。景色が最高で、スタッフの方もとても親切でした。

I was very happy to see many dolphins swimming. I also encountered a small whale, but we couldn't see it, so I want to try again. The sea was very clear and beautiful. The sandwiches for lunch were very delicious.

泳いでいるたくさんのイルカが見えてとても嬉しかったです。
小さなクジラの仲間にも出会えましたが、私たちは見ることが出来なかったので、またリベンジしたいです。
海が透き通っていてとても綺麗でした。
お昼のサンドイッチがとても美味しかったです。

I participated alone.
I don't speak much English, but they explained things clearly, so I was able to understand in English.
I was taught how to do it on land and then headed straight to the sea!
I'm very satisfied!
It's a bit pricey, but I'm glad I had photos and videos taken as memories.
The two hours were quite intense, but it was really fun!

1人で参加しました
私はあんまり英語は話せないけど分かりやすく教えてくれるので英語でも理解できました
陸でやり方を教えてもらってそのまんま海へと向かいました！
とても満足度が高いです！
少し高いけど写真動画もプラスで撮ってもらって思い出が形に残って良かったなと思います！
2時間結構ハードだけどすごい楽しかったです

Everything was perfect, but mostly for entertainment was awesome!

If you're going to Sea Life Park, I definitely recommend experiencing the interaction with the dolphins. The dolphins warmly welcome everyone. This time, I met Grandma Laka (the dolphin) together with my child.

Sea Life Parkに行くなら、イルカとの触れあいは是非体験されるのが良いと思います。
イルカは皆を優しく迎えてくれます。今回は子どもと一緒に、ラカおばあちゃん（イルカ）に会いました。

Joe and Kylie were great and a lot of fun.
Great afternoon and very organized.
Well done

Perfect for the entire family!
Everyone is so friendly and encouraging! A must do adventure with the family!

I participated in the afternoon session.
- The live music on the boat was very pleasant, and the atmosphere was great as participants started dancing.
- I added both the banana boat and the bumper tube. The speed was something you can't experience in Japan. It was so much fun that I screamed so much I lost my voice the next day.
- There are various activities like snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding, so you won't get bored.
- The light snack was a sandwich.
- You could also purchase alcohol separately, which allowed me to enjoy a drink with friends after playing.
- There was a tour guide who spoke Japanese, which was very reassuring. (I'm not sure if they are there every time.)
- The weather wasn't very good, so I wish I could have gone on a sunnier day.
- It seems that the timing for the sandbar varies by season, so if you want to see the sandbar, it's better to check the timing and decide whether to join in the morning or afternoon. We were in the afternoon, so we couldn't see the sandbar.
- There were many families, and I think it's a tour that children can enjoy as well.

午後の部に参加しました。
・船での生演奏はとても心地よく参加者の方が踊り始めたりととても良い雰囲気でした。
・バナナボートとバンパーチューブどちらも追加しました。日本じゃ味わえない速さです。叫びすぎて次の日声が枯れるくらい楽しかったです。
・シュノーケリングやサップ等の様々な遊びができるので飽きることがありません。
・軽食はサンドウィッチでした。
・お酒も別途購入することができて遊んだ後に友達とゆっくりお酒を楽しむこともできました。
・日本語ができる添乗員さんもいたのでとても安心でした。（毎回参加しているのかは分かりません）
・あまり天候が良くなかったのでもっと天気のいい日に行きたかったなと思います。
・サンドバーは時期によって時間帯が違うみたいなのでサンドバーに出会いたい方は時間帯をチェックしてから午前か午後に参加するかを決めたほうがいいです。私達は午後だったのでサンドバーをみることはできませんでした。
・家族連れの方も多く、子供も楽しめるツアーだと思います。

Chief was Funny.
Bus trip was excellent
Cousin Greg was awesome

The shuttle plan was included, and the bus arrived right on time. It was a comfortable ride. After arriving at the location, we received an explanation from a Japanese guide and split into different courses. In the buggy course, we were the only Japanese group. After watching a video, we put on our helmets and set off. For a full two hours, we drove the buggies through the stunning scenery of Kualoa Ranch. There was plenty of time at the photo spots. The guide provided explanations, but we were completely lost (laughs). Anyway, we ended up covered in dirt and dust... After it was over, we looked at each other and burst out laughing. It was an amazing experience to feel the nature of Hawaii.

送迎プラン付き、時間ぴったりにバスが到着。乗り心地のいいバスでした。 現地に到着後、 日本人ガイドの方に説明を受け、それぞれのコースに分かれます。 バギーコースは、日本人は私たち1組だけでした。 ビデオ鑑賞後、ヘルメットを装着。 いざ出発。たっぷり2時間、クアロアランチの絶景の中、バギーを走らせます。 写真撮影スポットでは、充分な時間があります。ガイドの方の説明がありますが、私達にはちんぷんかんぷん(笑) とにかく、土ぼこりでどろどろになります…終わってから、顔を見合わせて、爆笑しました。 ハワイの自然を体感でき、最高でした。

This is a fun ride. A great way to enjoy the waves in Hawaii. Russell was a great captain and made it an enjoyable experience. Worth every penny we paid. Will have to come back and do it again.

We were very happy and thankful we decided to go with this semi private tour! Both captains, Shanti and Lauren, were so knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely be choosing them again in our future trips!

Went with a family of 7. Everything was smooth sailing no pun intended. This trip is a Hawaii must! Very family oriented. They played soft calming music while serving fresh drinks and donuts. Once there you have the option to paddle board, snorkel (you can bring your own or they provide it free of charge) or just swim and lounge on a floating lounge area they have already there for guests. Water was crystal clear and fishes were everywhere near the reef. Water might be a little chilly for little ones just a heads up but all dependent on the weather but definitely doable.

Thank you very much for the many first-time experiences. Instructor Minako helped Hayato-kun and we went snorkeling. It was amazing to swim with dolphins while wearing the snorkel. We also saw sea turtles, and the surprise appearance of the dolphins on the way back brought us joy multiple times. It became a wonderful memory.

初めての体験たくさんありがとうございました
インストラクターのみなこさんはやとくんに助けてもらってシュノーケリングをしました
スノーケルをつけてイルカと一緒に泳げてとても最高でした
ウミガメもみれたし帰りのイルカのサプライズ登場に何度も喜ばされました
とてもいい思い出になりました

The venue was awesome, the traditional showcases were great, and it was a sweet cultural journey through islands of Polynesia.

We appreciated the Chief's showmanship and humor as well as the dancers. Food was very good and we were thoroughly entertained.
Only negative is that we bought the package with transportation and it got us there after all the cultural activities were finished. That was disappointing since we could have just Ubered over and skipped the bus ride. Keep in mind that this Luau is quite a ways from the Waikiki area.

My family are really excited to have luau buffet and the show and this was main activity for our trip. Overall show and music was great. But the buffet food was not. Luau pork was dry and chicken was hard to chew. Also desert was not at that quality for the price.

We have been on many snorkel cruises and this one was hands down the best. Tyson and the crew treat you just like family. You matter when you are on this excursion and they do everything they can to ensure that you are not only safe but are having the best time while catering to your needs. They even took pictures of us while on the sandbar — they asked us, we did not make the request. ;) We highly recommend them and if we are ever in Hawai’i again would spend another day with them! Just book it, you will not regret it!!

2-hour Raptor Tour
Driving the buggy in a line is quite challenging.
Since I'm short, I had a hard time reaching the accelerator properly.

I was covered in dust from the vehicle in front for the entire 2 hours, and afterward, my clothes and face were a complete mess!

You get to see valuable filming locations up close and at a leisurely pace, so I think it's worth experiencing at least once.

2時間のラプターツアー
前後隊列を組みながらバギーを走るのは結構大変
私は身長が低いのでアクセルまで足がしっかり届かなくて、大変でした

前の車両からの砂埃を2時かん浴び続け、終わったあとは服も顔も、そりゃもう大変なことに！

貴重な撮影場所を間近でゆっくり観られるので、一度体験してみたらいいと思います

スノーケリングセットと送迎の金額としては妥当に思う。
マスク用曇り止めを持っていく方がより楽しめる。
時間は7時から12時半までとたっぷり楽しめる。
朝イチで入れるので、人がいない状態の写真が撮りやすい。