All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

I don't think you can ride horses in such a free manner in Japan. I was a bit anxious at first with just a brief lecture, but I managed to be okay. However, the guide at the front kept explaining everything in English, and I couldn't understand what she was saying at all, so I had no idea about the precautions. Therefore, I regret to say that I just enjoyed it as background music the whole time.

日本ではあんな野放し状態で馬に乗せてもらえることなんてないと思います。
最初にほんの少しのレクチャーのみで不安でしたがなんとか大丈夫でした。
ただ、先頭をいく案内係のおばちゃんがずっと英語で説明をしながらいってくれるのですが、何を喋っているのかさっぱり分からず、注意事項もさっぱりわからずでした。
なので、失礼ながらBGM感覚でずっと行かせてもらいました。

We had an excellent day out and learnt a lot of interesting facts about Hawai'i, and the shrimps were fantastic

I participated in the Twilight Standard tour with transportation on November 23. The guide Hiroe on the way was very informative! It was a lot of fun! The evening at the Polynesian Cultural Center was magical. The staff were all students who greeted us with smiles. The dinner was served buffet-style, and the meat was cut right in front of us! It was very delicious ( ^ω^ ). The show was dynamic, and even the standard course was plenty enjoyable!

11月23日にトワイライトスタンダード送迎付きに参加させていただきました。
行きの送迎の添乗員のヒロエさんの案内は大変勉強になりました！とても楽しかったです！
ポリネシアン文化センターの夜は幻想的でした。働いている方々は学生さんばかりで笑顔で対応をしていただけます。夕食もビュッフェ形式でお肉もその場で切り分けてもらいました！
とても美味しくいただきました( ^ω^ )
ショウもダイナミックでスタンダードコースでも十分楽しめます！

Got the ambassador pkg and the prime buffet. Most folks didn't get the prime buffet. Really enjoyed our time. For me the ambassador package and prime buffet option was really worth it. Even though I had the rental car I took the bus from Waikiki. I think the bus is a must since it was informative and enjoyable and funny and set the stage for fun. Veltra was awesome. They can easily get you booked and all set to go.

The Guides were very knowledgable and attentive, Caleb on the Valley Tour and Christina on the Ocean Cruise. They represented the Ranch very well.

It was seriously the best!!! You’ll understand once you try it. It feels like being a bird, lol. You won’t know unless you do it! I wouldn’t recommend it after a meal, though, since it spins you around. It also depends on the instructor... The Wi-Fi package is a great deal too! If I get the chance again, I’ll definitely do it! Thank you!

いやマジ最高！！！やれば分かる。鳥の気分w
やらなきゃわからない的な！
食後はオススメできません。ぐるぐる回るので。
インストラクターにもよりますが。。。
Wi-Fiもセットでお得ですよ～
また機会あれば絶対やります！ありがとうございました。

This was my second time horseback riding in Hawaii. The first time, I participated in a local tour at Kualoa Ranch. This time, I was drawn to the seaside course and set off to the ranch by rental car. However, there was no sign at the entrance of the ranch, and after entering a couple of other properties and being told it was the wrong place, it took quite a while to finally arrive. When we got there, there were only four of us as guests, and both the staff and the horses were relaxed. Time to ride! It was written that the riding session would last 45 minutes, but it seemed like we walked slowly. On the sandy beach, locals were enjoying barbecues and sunbathing while listening to music. The horses were quite greedy, lowering their heads to eat grass, which made me a bit nervous, but it was a lot of fun. After horseback riding, we went swimming nearby, and it felt like a private beach. Thank you, Adriana!

ハワイでの乗馬は二回目です。１度目はクアロア牧場の現地ツアーに参加しました。今回は海辺のコースに惹かれてレンタカーで牧場までいざ出発しました。・・・が、牧場の入り口に看板らしきものがなく、２か所ほど他の敷地内へ入っては違うと言われ、たどり着くまで結構な時間がかかりました。着いてみると、客は私たち４人のみで、スタッフも馬ものんびり。いざ乗馬！乗馬の時間は４５分と書いてありましたが、ゆっくり歩いていただいたようでした。砂浜の海辺は現地の人たちが音楽を聴きながらバーベキューや日光浴をしていました。馬たちは食いしん坊で草を食べる度に頭を下げるのでヒヤヒヤしましたが、とても楽しかったです。乗馬の後は牧場の近くで海水浴をしましたが、まるでプライベートビーチみたいでした。アドリアーナさんありがとう！

Staff were amazing and made the adventure perfect. Awesome experience shared with my nephew. Coming back to Hawaii in April and will be doing this again for 3rd time! Sea was really rough but made it all so much more fun, was given option to change days or refund but so glad we decided to go ahead, was a fabulous day.

Wonderful day. Outstanding presentation. Highly recommended to others.

We were the only ones picked up, and it was a comfortable drive in a beautiful sedan! When we arrived at the farm, none of the staff spoke Japanese, but they were very friendly! While waiting, I chatted in broken Japanese with the person next to me, and it turned out she was the instructor's mom! Climbing the hill in a 4WD Jeep was an impressive attraction in itself! Not only did we go down seven zip lines, but there was also a suspension bridge along the way, and we got to taste tomatoes, all while enjoying the beautiful scenery—it was the best!

お迎えは私たちだけで、綺麗なセダンで快適なドライブ！
ファームに着くとスタッフは日本語誰も話せないけど、とてもフレンドリー！
待ってる間にカタコトで隣の人と話してると、その方はインストラクターのママでした！
４駆のジープで坂道を登りそれだけでも立派なアトラクション！
７本のジップラインを下るだけでは無く途中に吊り橋あり、トマトの試食有りで景色も良く最高！

I participated with the standard plan, and it was sufficient. The food was delicious, and there were many varieties. Although the viewing seats were at the back, the distance was still close enough to be satisfactory. There was no Japanese guide on the return bus, but there was an explanation on the way there, and the driver was kind, so I didn't have any issues. I want to go during the daytime next time!

スタンダードプランにての参加でしたが、十分でした。料理も美味しいし、種類も沢山ありました。観賞席は後ろですが、それでも距離は近いので十分でした。帰りのバスは日本人の案内はないですが、行きに説明もあったり、運転手さんも親切だったので困りませんでした。
今度は昼間から行きたいな♪

It was amazing. I can't find the words to describe it...
I learned that it's important to act and feel without overthinking.

最高でした。当てはまる言葉が見つからない程。。
考えずに、行動して、感じることが大切だと教わりました。

Paul our driver was very informative and told us many stories about the island and showed us so many beautiful places. Shrimp lunch was yummy.

Fantastic! Highly recommended! Beautiful view!
Great pilot and friendly Mr Bill offered us two flights because the winds were not quite right for a 20 minute flight.

In Japan, it seems that you can't really go horseback riding without a license, so I wanted to challenge myself in Hawaii and participated. I enjoyed canyon horseback riding at a place called Happy Trails. There are explanations in Japanese, and the instructor teaches you how to handle the horses in broken Japanese, so there's no need to worry about handling the horses. The horses are trained for polo and were surprisingly calm, which was very soothing.

When you think of Hawaii, the image of beaches is strong, but I enjoyed a different side of Hawaii's scenery.

As a note, the red dirt can get quite messy, so it's better to wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

After horseback riding, we stopped by a beach with sea turtles, but overall, the schedule moved quickly, and the day ended in no time.

日本ではライセンスを取らないとなかなか乗馬はできないようなのでハワイでチャレンジしたいと思い参加しました。
Happy Trailsというところで渓谷乗馬を楽しんできました。
日本語の説明書きが書いてあるし、インストラクターの方がカタコトの日本語で馬の扱い方を教えてくれるので、馬の扱い方は心配ないです。馬もポロ用に訓練された馬で驚くほどおとなしく癒されました。
ハワイというとビーチのイメージが強いですが、また違うハワイの景色を堪能しました。

注意事項ですが、結構赤土で足元が汚れることがあるので汚れてもいい恰好で行ったほうがいいですね。

今回は乗馬の後海亀のいるビーチに寄りましたが全体的に乗馬以外は駆け足でスケジュールが進みあっという間に一日が終わってしまいました。

I participated in an evening tour with a friend. First, on the bus to the Polynesian Cultural Center, the guide provided various interesting explanations about Hawaii, which was both enjoyable and educational. They even used an iPad to show images for better understanding. The buffet wasn't specifically Polynesian cuisine, but it was a typical buffet and delicious.

The highlight was definitely the show! I had a great time! Although it was the standard course, we were able to sit in the third row from the front, which made it feel very immersive! The show has a storyline, so it kept us engaged throughout. There was a pamphlet distributed on the bus with a summary, making it easy to follow the story. After the show, there was time to take photos with the performers, and I was able to take a picture with the main star.

On the way back, there was no guide, but there was someone directing us in the bus parking lot, which was reassuring. I was able to relax and sleep comfortably on the return bus. The dances in the show really made me feel the essence of Hawaii, so it's definitely worth participating!

友人と二人で夕方出発のコースに参加しました。
まずポリネシア文化センターに着くまで、バスのなかでガイドさんがハワイに関するいろいろな説明をしてくれておもしろかったし勉強にもなりました。iPadを使って画像で説明してくれたりもしました。ビュッフェは特にポリネシア文化の料理などとゆうわけではなく、よくあるようなビュッフェでしたが美味しかったです。
そして一番の楽しみのショー☆とっても楽しめました‼︎スタンダードコースでしたが前から3列目に座ることができ、迫力を感じました‼︎ショーがストーリー立てられているので飽きることなく楽しめます。行きのバスの中で配られるパンフレットにあらすじが書かれているので話は簡単に理解できました。ショーのあとには出演者と写真を撮れる時間があり、主役の方と写真を撮ることができました。
帰りはガイドさんはいなかったのですが、バスの駐車場で誘導して下さる方がいたので安心ですし、帰りのバスでは車内でゆっくり眠ることができました。
ショーの中のダンスがハワイを感じることができるので参加する価値ありです‼︎‼︎

I thought I could experience more "culture" when I revisited after 20 years, but it felt like both the park and the shows were too modern and sophisticated. The luau dinner was great, as I was able to enjoy a meal unique to Hawaii.

20年前に訪れたときはもっと“文化”を体験できたと思い再訪しましたが、園内もショーも現代風というか洗練されすぎているような気がしました。
ルアウディナーはハワイならではの食事を味わうことができてよかったです。

Since there is no shuttle service for the tour, I rented a Harley with a rental bike the day before and set off from the local area. In a country where helmets are not required, I enjoyed the freedom with a bandana and sunglasses while heading to the ranch. I wish this could be included in the tour as well!

This morning, it was just the four of us in a private session, and most of the preparations for horseback riding were already done. The horses, saddled and ready, lined up to greet us. The staff, consisting of friendly cowboys and cowgirls, assisted us, and since they could speak a little Japanese, the process was smooth.

The horse assigned to me was named Cowboy, and all the horses were well-trained and adorable. The horseback riding was quite hands-off, so beginners might feel a bit confused without an experienced rider accompanying them. It's common knowledge that the handling of reins is the opposite of Japan, so if you understand that, you can ride fairly freely, which made it a lot of fun for us.

We rode for 90 minutes, climbing steep, unmarked slopes and traversing a varied ranch landscape. It was very satisfying. However, I wished we could have been taken to a spot with a better ocean view at the top of the mountain, which is the only reason I’m giving it four stars.

I plan to choose this place for horseback riding again next time, but I think I will negotiate before riding. It was a lot of fun.

送迎の無いツアーなので、前日よりレンタルバイクでハーレーを借り現地出発
ヘルメットの要らない国なので、バンダナサングラスで開放感満喫しながら牧場目指して
ドドドドド！ （これもツアーに含めてくれればと思います）

今日の午前中は自分達４人だけの貸切状態で、乗馬の支度は殆どおわっており
鞍スタンバイの馬たちが、並んでお出迎え
スタッフも笑顔が素敵なカーボウイとカウガールが対応してくれて、日本語も片言で喋れる人達なので手続きもスムーズでした。

自分のあてがわれた馬は名前はカウボーイ、どの馬もよく教育されていて可愛かった
乗馬はかなり放任型で、初心者は経験者同伴じゃないと少し戸惑うかも
日本と手綱の扱いが逆なのも海外乗馬は常識なので、分かっていれば逆に
ある程度は自由に乗せてくれるので、自分達は凄く楽しかったです。

道無き急斜面を上ったり、起伏に富んだ牧場を９０分かけての乗馬
のりごたえ満点です。
ただ、山の上でもう少しオーシャンビューなところに案内してもらいたかったかな
と、そこだけが残念で星４つです。

次回も乗馬はここに決定のつもりですが、乗る前に交渉してみようと思っています。
楽しかったです。

It was my first experience, and the weather was perfect, making it a wonderful time.
It takes over an hour from Waikiki, and there was also a wait time of more than an hour before the experience, so I think it's best to allow for plenty of time.
Additionally, you could request photo and video shooting for an extra fee of about 20,000 yen.
The photos were screenshots from part of the video, but they selected some really great moments.

Since tips are necessary, I think it's better to bring dollars.

Also, it's advisable to bring pants, athletic shoes, and hair ties for those with long hair.

初めての体験でしたが、天候に恵まれ最高の時間でした。
ワイキキからは1時間以上かかる場所で、体験までの待ち時間も1時間以上あったので、時間に余裕を持っていた方が良いと思います。
また、写真やビデオ撮影も追加料金2万円位で依頼出来ました。
写真はビデオの一部をスクリーンショットしたものでしたが、とても良い場面を選んでもらえました。

チップが必要なので、ドルを持って行った方が良いと思います。

また、ズボンと運動靴と髪の長い人はヘアゴム等を持っていくようにした方が良いです。

I was looking forward to the Polynesian show, but we spent an hour around the hotel before departing for our destination. The highway was congested, and when we arrived, there were only 30 minutes left until the show. The woman who guided us got off the bus and immediately walked into the venue without looking back, only turning around to say something in a quiet voice that I couldn't hear. I couldn't help but think, "Can't you hear me?" My mood soured. After eating, we were told to take our seats in 30 minutes. The food felt like leftovers! They had already started cleaning up, and there was no room to relax. The tour guide was the worst. It's a shame because the show was good.

楽しみにしていた、ポリネシアンショー
でしたが、ホテル周りで1時間その後目的地へ出発高速混んでいて、着いたらショーまで30分。
案内した女性がパスから降りるなり、スタスタ振り向きもせず館内に入っていく、振り返って小さな声で何か話している。後ろには聞こえない。
思わず、きこえないのですか！
というど機嫌が悪くなり、
食事を食べて、30分ごには席に着いてください。
食事はなんか残り物みたい！片付けも始まっていて、ゆとりなんかありゃしない、最悪な添乗員でした。ショーは良かった。だけにざんねん。

My husband and I participated in the first morning session. I was a bit anxious about whether our reservation was confirmed, but we were picked up on time by a car with a big shark picture on it ( ˊᵕˋ ). It was tough getting up at 5:30 AM, though (laughs).

After about an hour's drive, we arrived and boarded the boat!!! The crew didn't speak any Japanese, so we read the instructions in Japanese. Even though they couldn't speak Japanese, they communicated well through gestures, so it wasn't a problem at all♪ On the way to the shark spot, they playfully startled us with shark dolls and checked to see if we were feeling okay; they were really nice people.

When we reached the spot, there were so many sharks on the surface!!! Since our turn was third, we watched the sharks swimming around. The journey to the spot was fine, but once the boat stopped, I started to feel a bit seasick (laughs). It seemed like everyone else felt the same way (laughs). We didn't get to the point of throwing up, but a few people did look like they were struggling (；▽；).

However, when it was our turn, our excitement took over, and the seasickness disappeared! The sharks we saw right in front of us were absolutely beautiful! They didn't bump into the cage, just swimming around it gracefully (*˘︶˘*). There were more than ten sharks♪ But some people inside the cage looked a bit seasick and unwell (；▽；). I wouldn't recommend this for those who are prone to motion sickness (；▽；).

But it was an incredibly valuable experience!!!

旦那と二人で朝イチの部で参加しました。
ちゃんと予約できてるか不安でしたが、時間通りにサメの絵が大きく載った車でお迎えにきてもらいました( ˊᵕˋ )朝5:30でさすがにつらかったですが(笑)
車で1時間ほどで到着し、船に乗って出発！！！
クルーのみなさんは全く日本語はしゃべれないので、日本語表記の注意書きを読みました。日本語はしゃべれないけど、ジェスチャーなどで伝わるのでぜんぜん問題ありませんでした♪サメがいるスポットまでの道のりもサメの人形で脅かしてきたり、具合悪くないかとか気にかけてくれてとても良い人たちでした。
ポイントについたら水面にたくさんのサメが！！！
私達夫婦の順番は３番目だったので、水面のサメを見たりしてました。
ポイントまでの道のりは全然平気でしたか、船が止まるとすこーしずつ酔ってきました(笑)みなさんそんな感じでした(笑)私たちは吐くまではなかったけど、何人かは吐いていてつらそうでした(；▽；)
でも自分たちの番になるとテンションが上がり、船酔いなんて吹っ飛びました！
目の前で見えるサメたちはとても美しかったです！檻にぶつかってくるなんて危険な事はなく、檻のまわりをぐるぐると泳いでる感じです(*˘︶˘*)10匹以上いました♪でも中には檻の中で波酔いして、具合悪そうな方もいました(；▽；)酔いやすいかたはオススメ出来ないですね(；▽；)
でもすごく貴重な体験が出来ました！！！

This was my second skydiving experience, following last year's in Guam! It was a great deal since it came with a free Wi-Fi router! I thought if I was going to do it, I might as well choose a high altitude, so I opted for 4200 meters. The instructor didn't understand Japanese, but they really pumped up the energy, and I had a lot of fun skydiving! Initially, I only planned to take photos, but since the photographer wasn't very skilled, we ended up with a video instead. The photos of my companion turned out really beautiful, which made my photos feel quite disappointing.

昨年のグアムに続き、2回目のスカイダイビング！無料のWifiルーターとセットだったのでお得でした！せっかくやるなら高いところで、と思い高度4200？を選択！インストラクターも日本語は分かりませんが、テンションを上げてくれ、楽しくスカイダイビングができました！元々写真だけの予定でしたが、カメラマンの撮影があまり上手ではなくビデオにしました。連れの写真がすごく綺麗だったぶん、写真がすごく残念でした。

The Polynesian Culture Centre is a definite must see while in Oahu. The true culture of Hawaii and great fun! Extremely knowledgable staff and very friendly and helpful. Loved it!

We went with my husband and one of his friends. I wonder if the driving in Hawaii is rough... I felt really nauseous during both the trip there and back, so it might be a good idea to take motion sickness medication in advance. I had read in reviews that women’s groups were prioritized for guidance, and I think that was the case. We intended to buy photos and videos, and they showed us both to choose from. It was a bit pricey at $460 for both, but we decided to purchase them. We had to wait a long time for the return bus, but it was a good experience overall.

私達夫婦と、旦那さんのお友達の3人で行きました。ハワイの人の運転は荒いのか…行きと帰りの車がすごく酔って気持ち悪かったので、酔い止めを前もって飲んでおくと良いかもしれません。レビューで見ていましたがやはり女性グループが優先的に案内されていたと思います。写真と動画を買うつもりで撮ってもらいましたが、両方とも写りを見せてくれて選べました。両方で460ドルと割高でしたが購入しました。帰りのバスがなかなか来なくて待たされましたが良い経験が出来て良かったです。

We participated as a family of five. We visited the Dole Plantation, had lunch with Huli Huli chicken in Haleiwa, and then went to Turtle Bay, where everyone had their first horseback riding experience. At first, we were anxious, but the horses were very well trained, and we enjoyed riding between the beautiful beach and the forest. Our guide was an experienced Japanese person, and we had a great time. I think this is a tour I would recommend to everyone.

家族５人で参加しました。ドールプランテーションを見学して、ハレイワでフリフリチキンの昼食をしてからタートルベイへ行き、みんな初めての乗馬体験をしました。最初は不安でしたが、馬はとてもよく調教されており、きれいな浜辺と林の間を馬に乗って散策しました。ガイドも経験豊富な日本人で楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。皆さんにお勧めしたいツアーだと思います。

My friend and I had a great time. Having a personal tour guide just made it that much more special. King, our personal guide, was a wonderful addition to a fantastic day. Getting reserved seating at all the shows was excellent. There was so much to see and do and you can learn so much about the different people that make up the Polynesian Islands. I can't say enough good things about King, he was so helpful and nice. The luau wasn't what I expected. But the food was good and the show was great. It made for a long day, but there was never a dull moment. I was hoping to get a shot glass as a souvenir for my brother-in-law, he collects and displays them, so was disappointed when I found out they don't sell them there. So it was very hard to find him a gift.
I definitely recommend anyone going to visit Hawaii have to spend a day at the Polynesian Cultural Center. And the Ambassador Package only makes the day that much more special.

This was my third time in Hawaii, but my husband really wanted to go, so we made a reservation through this site. The bus guide was quite talkative. He seemed a bit harsh at times, but it was okay. There were no issues with the sightseeing information along the way, the park, or the explanations on the return bus.

Inside the park, a student from a nearby university accompanied us and provided explanations in Japanese. We had a lot of fun dancing hula, watching shows, and riding boats. However, we could hardly understand the English being spoken during the show, so we secretly listened to a guide who was leading a school trip translating for the students, which was amusing.

After the park tour, we had a meal. We opted for the deluxe option, and it felt like it was about what we expected. The roast beef was delicious, but it was quite large, enough to fill us up on its own.

The advantage of the deluxe option was the quality of the show seating, where we could really feel the dancers' expressions and the heat of the flames up close. Even without understanding the words, we enjoyed it thoroughly. The ice cream we had in between was also delicious. I noticed that many people mentioned the return bus in their experiences, but we had no issues at all getting back.

After returning home, I realized that the deluxe option was supposed to come with a DVD souvenir. I wonder where we could have received that?

ハワイは３回目でしたが、夫が、是非行きたいということで、このサイトで予約しました。よく喋るバスのガイドさん。少々あたりがキツイ感じでしたが、まぁいいかな。途中の観光案内や、園内、帰りのバスの説明などは問題ありませんでした。
園内は、近くの大学の学生さんがずっとついて日本語案内してくれます。フラを踊ったり、ショウを見たりボートに乗ったりでかなり楽しめました。ただ、私達はショウで話している英語がほとんどわからなくて、たまたま修学旅行を引率していたガイドさんが、学生さんに訳して聞かせているのをこそっと聞いていました笑。
園内ツアーの後食事になるのですが、デラックスにしていましたが、まぁこのくらいなんだろうな、という感じ。ローストビーフがおいしかったですが、大きくてそれだけでいっぱいになるほど。
ただ、デラックスのよさはショウの席のよさにあり、ダンサーさんの表情から炎の熱さまで本当に間近に感じました。言葉はわからなくても、充分に楽しめます。合間で食べたアイスも美味しかったです。体験談には、帰りのバスについて書いている方が多かったので気になったのですが、全く問題なく帰る事ができました。
帰国してから気づいたのですが、デラックスだとDVDのお土産付き、だったはず。一体どこでもらえたんでしょうか？

I was satisfied to have shrimp for lunch! There were a lot of flies, but it was a perfect tour for those who want to enjoy horseback riding! The riding time was long, and I felt a sense of accomplishment from riding more than on other tours. (I had horseback riding experience on a different tour before.) I chose the canyon option, and it was good to be in the mountains rather than by the sea since it was hot even in October. I had a fulfilling day.

お昼はシュリンプ食べれて満足！ハエは多かったですが・・・乗馬を楽しみたいという方にはもってこいのツアーでした！乗っている時間も長く、他のツアーより乗馬をしたという達成感がありました。（以前、違うツアーで乗馬経験しました）渓谷の方を選びましたが、１０月でも暑かったので海より山でよかったです。１日充実できました。

The staff (Alex) was sensational! From chatting on our ride I felt like we were family.. Like we knew each other for years... Very inviting, knowledgeable and friendly! The horses are beautiful and sweet and the property you get to ride on is like out of a fairy tale! I will definitely be coming back every time I'm in Hawaii!

I thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so I jumped!! The scenery was incredibly beautiful, and it was moving!! I felt a bit dizzy from the parachute when landing, but it was a great experience. Thank you!

一生に一度と思い、飛びました‼︎
すごくきれいな景色を目の当たりにし、感動的でした‼︎降りるときのパラシュートで少し酔いましたがいい体験ができました。ありがとうございました！