All Reviews for Recommended for kids 8-12

I picked a full day with Lunch, the lunch was good, the snorkel on secret island was amazing lots of fishes to see, some good activities too. Though I would recommend half a day if you are not in a large as many activities require a lot of people to make it fun.

Departing from the Sheraton Waikiki in the heart of Waikiki. Everything is in English, and there are no Japanese speakers. The explanations are clear, so it's manageable.

The life jackets are the type you inflate yourself, but they are used by other companies as well, and as long as you inflate them properly, there are no issues.

The sea turtle snorkeling is just off the coast of Waikiki, right after departure. This time, we saw two turtles.

It took some time to find the turtles, but in the meantime, we enjoyed snorkeling with various fish.

Whether they are being fed or not, the fish come close, allowing you to experience swimming alongside them.

After snorkeling, we started sailing. In addition to free snacks, there are alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

Having a beer in Hawaii's dry climate after snorkeling was fantastic.

The waves during sailing were a bit high, but since the boat is a catamaran, it was not a problem. Once you get used to it, it becomes a fun attraction.

ワイキキの中心部シェラトンワイキキ横から出港。
全て英語で、日本人はいません。
説明は分かりやすいので、なんとかなります。

ライフジャケットは、自分で空気を入れて含ませるタイプですが、他社でも使われていて、しっかり空気を入れれば問題ありません。

ウミガメシュノーケリングは出港して直ぐのワイキキ沖。
今回は2匹いました。

今回、ウミガメを探すのに時間がかかりましたが、その間は様々な魚とシュノーケリング。

餌付けをされているのか、近づいきて、一緒に泳いでいる感覚を味わえます。

シュノーケリングの後は、セーリング開始。
無料のスナックの他、有料でアルコールもあります。

シュノーケリング後、ハワイのカラッとした気候の中で飲むビールは最高でした。

セーリング中の波は、少し高いですが、船が双胴船なので問題なし。
慣れると楽しいアトラクションになります。

When heading to the location on foot or by bike, you might wonder, "Am I going the right way?" but following the navigation is perfectly fine. The crew on board is full of humor, making it a relaxing experience, and the excitement with other groups gradually builds up to a maximum tension. My wife, who is not fond of heights, said, "I'm glad I did this!" with a big smile, and she was very satisfied. I absolutely recommend it.

徒歩やbiki等で現地に向かうと「この先であってる？」と感じますがナビどおりで大丈夫です。乗船クルーもユーモアたっぷりでrelax出来ますし他のグループとの盛り上がりで次第にtension maxへ。
高い所が苦手な妻も「やって良かった！」とニコニコ顔で大満足でした。
絶対にオススメします。

All the staff speak English.

Before surfing, there is an explanation at the store, and there are Japanese translations available.

After making a reservation, a consent form will be sent via email in English. You can fill it out while translating, so there’s no problem.

During surfing, the instructions are in English, but it's simple English, making it easy to understand and stand up on the board.

The view is great, facing Diamond Head on Waikiki Beach.

A wonderful benefit here is the option for additional photography for a fee. It’s quite pricey, but since they use drones for video recording, it creates amazing memories. The video can also be used to check your body movements for improving your surfing skills.

スタッフは全員英語です。

サーフィン前に店舗で説明がありますが、日本語表記あります。

予約後、事前承諾書が英語でメールが来ます。
こちらは翻訳しながら入力すれば問題ありません。

サーフィン中は英語ですが、簡単な英語なので分かりやすく簡単に立つことができます。

景色はワイキキビーチのダイヤモンドヘッド側なのですごく良いです。

ここの素晴らしいメリットは追加料金の撮影。
結構な値段がしますが、ドローンを使った動画撮影なので、素晴らしい思い出になります。
動画はサーフィンステップアップの為、体の使い方の確認に使えました。

I made a reservation the day before, recommended by a local resident. As soon as the reservation was completed, a voucher with a QR code for my assigned seat was issued.

The performance had a Hawaiian vibe with dances and atmosphere, and the immersive experience of Cirque du Soleil was very satisfying.

If you're looking to enjoy something on a Hawaiian night, I highly recommend this experience.

One surprising thing is that as long as there are no flashes during the performance, photography and video recording are allowed.

By the way, the photos were taken from the cheapest seat in the back.

現地在住の方に勧められて、前日に予約しました。
予約完了と同時に、座席指定されたQRコード付きのバウチャーが発券されました。

ハワイらしいダンスや雰囲気がありつつ、シルクドソレイユの臨場感のある公演は大満足でした。

ハワイの夜、何か楽しみたい時には、非常にオススメ出来る内容です。

驚いことが1点、公演中はフラッシュさえ無ければ、写真も動画も撮影OKでした。

ちなみに写真は、後方の1番安い席から撮影しています。

The weather was great, and I had a wonderful experience. It seemed like they adjusted the angle, and I could see Diamond Head right in front of me from the sky! It was a quick experience, but I would love to do it again when I visit Hawaii.

天気にも恵まれてとても良い経験ができました。角度も調整してくださっているようで上空では目の前にダイヤモンドヘッドが見えました！あっという間の体験でしたがまたハワイに行った際はやりたいです。

One of the best tours we did on Oahu! Pick up was on time and convenient. We had a great time all day. The guides were friendly and very knowledgeable, and we never felt rushed. The buffet was hot and very good. There was always someone to help or answer a question. I would happily do this tour again!

This is my second experience. The staff was very polite. The weather was nice, and the view was fantastic. I unexpectedly fell into the sea, but it was thrilling and fun.

2回目の体験です。スタッフも丁寧な対応。
天気が良く見晴らしは最高でした。
まさかの海にぽちゃんと落ちましたがスリルがあって楽しかったです。

I wanted to see it at least once, and it happened to be in Hawaii, so I went. It was a very impressive show. Although my seat was towards the back, it felt very close and had a lot of impact. The sand art was also wonderful.

1回みてみたいなと思ったらハワイであったのでみました。
とても見応えのあるショーでした。席は後ろの方でしたがとても近くに感じるくらい迫力ありました。
砂のアートも素晴らしかったです。

We participated as a couple. In addition to us, there were three other couples, so we set sail with a total of eight people. Eating under the beautiful blue sky of Hawaii was truly delightful and the best experience! On the way to the flying point, we were able to see a honu and dolphins, which was a three-in-one experience! While waiting for the other groups to fly, there might be a chance of getting motion sickness, so I think it's a good idea to take motion sickness medication beforehand.

夫婦で参加しました。自分たちの他に３組参加していたので、合計８名で出航しました。
ハワイの青い空を悠々と食べるのは本当に気持ちよくて最高でした！飛ぶポイントまでボートで移動する途中でホヌとイルカも見ることができて一石三鳥でした！
他の組が飛んでいる時は待ち時間になり、そこで酔ってしまうかもしれないので、酔い止めは飲んでおいた方がいいと思います。

We had a great time! Captain and crew did an amazing job ensuring we were safe and having a blast!

I have seen Alegría's performance in Japan, and although I was a bit worried about the small stage at the permanent venue, it was truly Cirque du Soleil. They brilliantly transformed the small hall and captivated the audience.

日本公演のアレグリアは見たことがあるのですが、常設館のステージは小さく少し不安でしたが流石はシルドソレイユ。
小さなホールを見事に演出し、観客を魅了していました。

I usually dislike feeling anxious, but it was a very fulfilling time. The performers and the audience came together, and it was a lot of fun.

ハラハラするのは苦手でしたが　とて充実した時間でした
出演者と観客が一体となりとても楽しい時間でした

It was a wonderful tour blessed with great weather! The Japanese staff were wonderful people, and I was glad to learn about many unfamiliar plants!

お天気に恵まれ素晴らしツアーでした！
日本人のスタッフが素敵な人で知らない植物を沢山教えて貰えて良かったです！

Before the pandemic, I participated in a different experience plan, and this was my second time joining. There were hardly any Japanese participants, and the staff were engaging with the participants, asking where they were from. I was nervous when it was our turn, but even though I could hardly speak any English, I managed to have a conversation. The explanations were all in English, so I couldn't take notes, but I didn't have any difficulties. I was thrilled to encounter a sea turtle. There was one Japanese staff member at the information center, which was helpful. You can take photos at each location before participating and purchase them before leaving. It was $20. Since it's a popular option, I think it's better to make a reservation before departure. I'm glad I participated.

コロナ前に別の体験プランに参加し今回2回目の参加でした。参加者に日本人はほとんどいなくスタッフさんが参加者にどこから来たの？とか順番に話しかけていてドキドキしながら私たちの番になりほとんど英語は話せませんが何とか会話が出来ました。説明は全部英語なので内容は書き取りできませんが不自由はなかったです。ウミガメに出会えて感激しました。案内所に日本人スタッフが一人いるので助かりました。参加前にそれぞれの場所で写真を撮り帰る前に購入できます。20💲でした。人気なオプションなので出発前に予約したほうがいいと思います。参加して良かったです。

I participated with my mother in her 70s, and I think anyone can enjoy it regardless of age! It became the most fun memory during our stay on Oahu. The view from 150 meters up is amazing. For those who are undecided, I highly recommend it :)

I had read reviews and thought we would have to wait for a while after check-in, but perhaps because all four groups of participants arrived quickly, we set sail 15 minutes ahead of schedule and finished an hour before the planned end time, which allowed us to relax afterward.

Photos were available for $40 and could be paid by credit card. There were many pictures, and I was satisfied. It seemed that everyone in our group tipped around $20. Just for your reference... (You can pay with a QR code even if you don't have cash.)

70代の母と参加しましたが、年齢関係なく、誰でも楽しめると思います！
オアフ島滞在中、一番楽しい思い出になりました。
150m上空からの景色は最高です。
迷われている方、ぜひぜひ:)
クチコミを拝見し、チェックイン時間からしばらく待たされるかと思っていましたが、4組の参加者全員揃うのが早かったからか、予定の15分前には出航し、終了予定時刻の1時間前に終わり、その後ゆっくりできたのでよかったです。
写真は40ドルでクレカ決済可でした。枚数も多く、満足しました。
チップは、私たちの回はみなさん20ドル払っていたようです。ご参考までに…。（現金なくてもQRコードで払えます。）

We were supposed to gather 30 minutes earlier, but we ended up waiting in a hot van... The overseas guests were late, and we started just in the nick of time. However, once we actually got to go parasailing, it was such a refreshing experience that I forgot all about that.

30分前集合でしたが、きっちり行くと暑いバンで待たされました、、、。海外の方が遅く、始まるのもギリギリでした。
しかし，実際パラセーリングに乗るとそんなことも忘れるぐらい爽快な体験ができました。

Although the ground was muddy, they lent me a walking stick, which made navigating the steps安心. I had imagined walking through a thicket, but there were no bugs, and the path was wide, allowing for a leisurely trek while enjoying nature. It didn't rain on the day of my visit, making it easy to walk, but as a result, the waterfall had a lower water volume. On the way there, we moved as a group while receiving explanations, but on the way back, we could descend freely, so I think it's best to take photos without rushing, capturing them when there are fewer people around. After the walk, going to Tantalus Lookout and enjoying a sandwich while overlooking the town was exceptionally delicious. There was plenty of free time, making it a luxurious experience.

足元はぬかるんでいるもののステッキを貸してくださるので段差も安心でした。藪の中を歩くイメージでしたが、虫もおらず道幅も広くのんびり自然を眺めながらのトレッキングです。当日は雨は降らず歩きやすかったのですが、その分滝の水量は少な目でした。行きは説明を受けながら集団で動きますが帰りは自由に降りるので、写真は焦らず、人が少なくなったところで撮影されるといいと思います。散歩後にタンタラスの丘へ行き、町を見下ろしながら食べるサンドイッチは格別なおいしさ。自由時間もたっぷりで、贅沢な時間でした。

Everything from the reception to the announcements on the boat is in English. For those who are not good at English, the only way to understand is by watching the movements, but I don't think there is anything particularly difficult as long as you wear your life jacket properly. However, since it's a self-inflating type, I found it quite tiring to swim as the waves pushed me off balance. I saw two sea turtles, but they weren't slow enough to take pictures, so it's better to think of it as just being able to see them. I was worried about not mixing up my boat since we swam with people from other tours. It seems they separate groups by the color of the life jackets, so it's reassuring to stay close to those wearing the same color. Overall, being in the water can be quite exhausting. Perhaps because of that fatigue, I got seasick on the way back and couldn't see any of the scenery, which was disappointing for the cruising time.

受付から船上でのアナウンスまですべて英語。英語が苦手な人は動きを見て理解するしかないですが、特に難しいことはなくライフジャケットをしっかりつけていれば問題ないと思いますが、自分で膨らませる簡易タイプなので波に押されバランスが悪く泳いでいて結構疲れました。ウミガメは２匹見られましたが、写真に撮れるほどゆっくりではなく見られればOKくらいに思っていたほうがいいです。他のツアーの人と一緒に泳ぐため、自分の船を間違えないか心配でした。ライフジャケットの色で分けているようなので、同じ色の人たちと離れないようにすると安心です。とにかくひたすら海の中なので結構体力を消耗します。その疲れもあってか、帰りは船酔いで景色を一切見られず、せっかくのクルージングの時間が残念でした。

I had decided not to try anything that felt unstable, but parasailing was different. It was stable the whole time, and it wasn't scary at all. I was quickly lifted up, and it felt amazing with the view being absolutely fantastic. It was an experience that you can't get from being on a plane. I think even those who are afraid of heights can enjoy it. I definitely recommend giving it a try. I just wish the experience lasted a bit longer!

地に足がつかないのは乗らないと決めていましたがパラセーリングは別でした。ずっと安定していて高くて怖いということもありませんでした。あっという間に上に上がりとても気持ちよく景色も最高でした。飛行機などでは味わえない時間でした。高いのが苦手な人でも楽しめると思いました。ぜひ体験してみてください。体験時間がもっと長ければいいな〜

The ocean was incredibly beautiful, and I had a great time seeing many fish. Above all, encountering a sea turtle was moving. I definitely want to enjoy snorkeling 🤿 and meeting the honu again on my next trip to Hawaii.

海がとっても綺麗で、魚もたくさん見る事もでき楽しかったです。
何よりも、ウミガメとの遭遇は感動しました。
是非、次回のハワイ旅行でもシュノーケリング🤿&ホヌとの出会いを楽しみたいと思っています。

I arrived 15 minutes before the meeting time, but there was one foreigner standing at the reception area, so I thought he was part of the fishing boat crew, only to find out he was a tour guest... As the meeting time approached, other guests started to gather, but the crucial fishing boat did not arrive. It finally showed up about 10 minutes after the meeting time...

There were a total of 4 groups (11 people) in the tour, and 2 of them were children. By the way, we were the only Japanese couple, and we couldn't communicate in Japanese at all, but we managed with some words and a translation app.

I wasn't looking at the clock, but the travel time might not have been more than an hour one way... I felt like we had more time for fishing because of that. The waves were high that day, and the boat rocked quite a bit... I took motion sickness medication just in case, so I was fine, but it could have been bad if I hadn't... The two kids who came with us both got sick, and their dad was resting indoors.

We caught a total of 4 fish (it seems like the other guests caught about the same), but the fish were around 20 centimeters and all had to be released, so we couldn't eat them on the boat... It seemed like they were trolling while moving to the fishing spot, but I wonder if everyone would get to enjoy the catch if a big one was caught? Since we couldn't eat the fish on the boat and couldn't communicate in Japanese at all, I rated it 4 stars.

集合時間の15分前に着いたのですが、受付場所に1人の外国人が立ってたので釣り船の人だと思ったらツアー客だった…
集合時間が近づくにつれて他のお客さんも集まってきましたが、肝心な釣り船の方が来ません。
集合時間から10分くらい経ってやっと来ました…
ツアー客は全部で4組(11人)で、うち2人が子供でした。
ちなみに、日本人は私達夫婦だけで日本語は全く通じませんが、単語と翻訳アプリで何とか大丈夫でした。

時計を見てなかったのですが移動時間は片道1時間も無かったかも…
その分、釣りの時間が長かった気がします。
この日は波が高く船はかなり揺れました…
念の為に酔い止めの薬を飲んでたので大丈夫でしたが、飲んでなかったらヤバかったかも…
一緒に行った子供達は2人ともダウンして、お父さんも室内で休んでました。

全部で4匹釣りました(他のお客さんも同じぐらいみたい)が、釣れた魚は20センチ前後で全てリリースされて船上で食べることは出来ませんでした…
釣り場に移動する際にトローリングもしてたみたいですが、大物が釣れればみんなに振る舞うのかな？
釣った魚が船上で食べられなかったのと日本語が全く通じないのがイマイチだったので評価は☆4つにしました。

Everything was great with not problems at all. It was easy to purchase online and have the tickets on my phone.

It's much more expensive than I expected. First of all, the breathtaking view was something I've never experienced before. With the strong yen, I thought the price for just five minutes was high, but five minutes is enough. The sea breeze on the way to and from the island feels great. My whole family was very satisfied. The staff speaks English and is cheerful and friendly. It's just a short walk from the lagoon at Hilton Hawaiian Village. It's very convenient if you're staying at the Hilton.

思ってたより、かなりかなり高いです。まず経験する事のないびっくりするぐらいの絶景でした。円高もあり5分の時間でこの料金は高いなと思いましたが、5分ぐらいで充分です。沖への行き帰りも潮風が気持ち良いです。家族皆んな大満足でした。スタッフは英語ですが陽気でフレンドリーです。ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジのラグーンから歩いてすぐです。ヒルトンに宿泊ならとても便利です。

During my trip to Hawaii, I boldly tried parasailing. At first, I was nervous, but the exhilarating moment of being lifted into the sky from the boat is unforgettable! The expansive blue of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head left me speechless, like a postcard-perfect view. Even someone as timid as I am was able to enjoy it comfortably, thanks to the staff's thorough explanations and support. This is definitely an activity I want to do again when I go to Hawaii!

ハワイ旅行中に思い切ってチャレンジしたパラセーリング。
最初はドキドキでしたが、ボートからふわっと空へ上がる瞬間の爽快感は忘れられません！
青く広がるワイキキビーチとダイアモンドヘッド。まるで絵はがきのような景色に言葉を失いました。
怖がりな私でも安心して楽しめたのは、スタッフさんの丁寧な説明とサポートがあったからこそ。
ハワイに行ったら、絶対にまたやりたいアクティビティです！

I wanted to go horseback riding in Hawaii, so I signed up for this 2-hour horseback riding course. Actually, I used to attend a riding club over 10 years ago, but I quit because I was scared of galloping. This time, since I was just walking slowly on horseback in the great outdoors, I felt completely at ease and thoroughly enjoyed riding again after a long time. It had been several years since I last rode a horse (I rode a few years ago in Hokkaido), so it took me a little time to regain my sense of balance at first, but after a while, I remembered the feeling and was able to enjoy the scenery. Just before we mounted the horses, there was a heavy downpour, and I was wondering what would happen, but fortunately, we didn't get rained on at all during the ride. It was also pleasantly cool, not too hot, and a bit cloudy, which made for perfect riding weather.

ハワイで乗馬したいと思い、こちらを申し込みました。2時間の乗馬コースです。実は、10年以上前まで乗馬クラブに通っていたのですが、駆け足がこわまなって辞めてしまった経験があります。今回は、馬に乗って大自然の中をゆっくり歩くだけなので、まったく怖くなく、久しぶりの乗馬を堪能できました。そもそも馬に乗るのが数年ぶり(北海道で何年か前にのっこたとがある)でしたので、最初はちょっと感覚を取り戻すのに時間がかかりましたが、途中から感覚を思い出し、それからは景色を堪能できました。乗る少し前に激しいスコールがあり、どうなるかと思いましたが、運よく乗馬中は、まったく雨に降られることなく、かといって暑すぎずに曇り気味だったので涼しくてちょうどよかったです。

I would not recommend an unaccompanied (self guided) kayak adventure in Kailua Bay. The in and out of the water is challenging so if you go to a beach or island without someone helping it's a little scary. We went out to one of the small islands. It took about 1.5 hours and we were paddling the entire time. Again, so tricky getting in and out we decided to leave only after about 10mns. Also shallow water if you don't stay close to shore with tons of coral that I saw people pushing on with their paddles which really harms it. It was hard not to though since they sat so close to the surface. Another great reason to have a guide. They would have steered us closer to shore to avoid it all and the stress of realizing we were damaging it.

I reserved a seat in the middle, not in the front row, about seven days ago. An elderly couple from California sat next to me, and we talked about Japan, the culture of Hawaii, and the connection of Okinawan immigrants. The show started with a guitar solo, and at one point, audience members participated in playing the theme song of Five O Hawaii, making it very exciting and enjoyable. Overall, the timing was appropriate, and it was a family-friendly show that also considered Hawaii's history, making it enjoyable even for those who don't understand English. I'm glad I could see such a valuable show on Kalakaua Avenue.

最前列でなく、真ん中の席を7日ほど前に予約していました。隣にカリフォルニアから来られていた老夫婦が座られ、奥様と日本の事、ハワイの文化に沖縄の移民が関係していることなどお話ししました。ショーはギターソロに始まり、途中は客席からもお客さんが参加しFive O Hawaiiのテーマ曲演奏ととてもエキサイティングで和やかなものでした。全体としては時間も適切で、ハワイの歴史も意識したファミリー向けのショーであり、英語がわからない方にも楽しめるものでした。カラカウア通りでこのような価値あるショーが観れてよかったです。

I went to see it on the first day of my arrival. I was in the second row, but since the venue isn't that large, I think you can enjoy it just as much from the back seats. The performance unfolds in eight chapters inspired by stories from Hawaii, and there are also interactive elements that involve the audience, which made me very satisfied.

到着初日に観に行きました。
２列目の席でしたが、会場がそれ程大きくない為、後方の席でも十分楽しめると思います。ハワイの物語にインスパイアされた８つの章が展開され、ユーザー参加型のパフォーマンスもあり大満足です。

Cirque du Soleil has various shows, but the one in Hawaii was a wonderful stage that incorporated Hawaiian dances. There was laughter, and I laughed so much that I felt like my stomach was going to burst. It was also great to be so close to the stage.

シルク・ド・ソレイユは色々ありますが、ハワイでハワイの踊りなどを取り入れたとても素敵なステージでした。
笑いもあり、笑い過ぎてお腹が千切れそうでした。
ステージまでも近くて、とても良かったです。