All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

Had a wonderful time at the Hyatt Luau - great food, drinks, and entertainment.

What a beautiful way to see the different cultures of all the Pacific Islands. A wonderful Luau. Everything was well worth it.

Yassi our guide was excellent and so much fun, this was a gift from my friend Kathy for my 50th birthday! I've always wanted to do a horseback ride on the beach, & San Diego really didn't have any options, so when we planned our trip to Oahu we had to do this! We googled horse back riding on the beach & picked this one immediately. The ride was relaxing and so pretty, we rode polo ponies and they were beautiful and matched perfectly with us, mine was named Chaser! can't wait to come back & do it again! Aloha & Mahalo

Started with a very entertaining bus ride to the PCC!
Our tour of PCC was great because of the events including the boat parade and tasting food. But our guide Cousin Betty made the day special. Having Betty available to explain PCC to us was awesome and so is Betty!
Dinner was good we Loved the Coconut Balls.

Ha, Breath of Life performance was a perfect ending to our day at PCC.

I couldn't ride the free fall at the amusement park before, but this time I was determined to give it a try. When the moment came, I dove out of the plane with momentum! It was scary at first, but once I consciously relaxed, the beauty of the scenery that unfolded was amazing! I'm glad I experienced it. I definitely want to recommend it!

遊園地のフリーホールも乗れなかったのですが、今回は気合を入れてTRYしてみました。いざその場になると勢いで飛行機からダイブ！瞬間は怖かったけれど、意識的に力を抜いたらそこに広がる景色の美しいこと！体験してよかったです。是非お勧めしたい！

I went with my two daughters, and we arrived at the venue earlier than expected without any traffic. We were very satisfied to be able to watch the recommended movie (14 minutes) by the tour guide. Not only did we learn about Polynesian history, but there were also surprises in the seating arrangements, making the quality unexpectedly high, so I highly recommend it. The meal afterward, including roast beef, mussels, grilled shrimp, and pineapple juice, was delicious and satisfying. The post-meal show was thrilling, the story kept us engaged, and the finale with the fire dance was truly moving. We spent a dreamlike night together with my daughters.

娘二人と三人で見に行きました。渋滞なく時間より早く現地に到着したので、添乗員さんのお勧めの映画（１４分間）も観る事ができ大変満足しました。ポリネシアンの歴史等学べるだけでなく、座席等にも仕掛けがあり予想外にクオリティが高いのでお勧めです。その後の食事もローストビーフやムール貝、海老のグリル、パイナップルジュースも美味で満足しました。食後のショーは迫力満点、ストーリーも飽きさせず良かったですし、フィナーレのファイアーダンスは感動もんでした。娘達と夢の様な一夜を過ごせました。

Wow! what an entertainer Harry was & related so well to us being Aussies & accustomed to the surfing fraternity. We're recently retired & I was on crutches after an operation & nothing was too much trouble. He made special trip in between activities to come & pick me up from Waimea Falls to save me walking. We couldn't praise him enough. Go Harry!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for a wonderful insight into life on the North Shore of Oahu.

If visiting Hawaii for the first time, this place is definitely a must-do! Very informative, FUN and a great all-day experience. Staff were very courteous, funny and food was quite delicious! I'd like to personally thank Manu, our tour instructor, as he knew all our names and stories by the end of the day, such a nice gentleman! You will leave this place wanting to visit other islands such as Tahiti, Samoa, and Fiji. You end your visit at the PCC with an awesome dance show, which is a must see! Overall had a really great time with my family.

I finally had the long-awaited horseback riding experience. Our guide, Jimmy, was very entertaining, and I enjoyed the ride without getting bored. The itinerary included the tree, Doll Plantation, Haleiwa Town, and horseback riding, but we only stayed at the first two places for about 15 minutes each, and I think we spent around 40 minutes in Haleiwa.

I was a bit anxious about the traffic along the way, worrying that our riding time would be cut short... I thought it might have been fine to skip one of the first three stops.

We managed to arrive safely and met the horses. Inside the van, Jimmy gave us a quick lesson on handling the reins, so we started riding right away! The horses were well-trained, and it was mostly just about enjoying the ride. However, there were some mischievous ones that would wander off to eat grass (I experienced that too). Staff members walked alongside us, giving instructions (like "right" or "loosen up").

We were able to relax by the seaside, in the forest, and back by the sea. The garlic shrimp for lunch at Macky's, which Jimmy recommended, was really delicious.

念願の乗馬体験してきました。
ガイドのジミーさんがとっても面白く、移動中もあきることなく楽しめました。この木なんのき～ドールプランテーション～ハレイワタウン～乗馬と盛り込んでありますが、最初の2か所は15分程度トイレ休憩ぐらいの滞在時間、ハレイワで40分ぐらいだったかな。
途中で渋滞があって乗馬時間が削られるんじゃないかとハラハラ…　これなら最初の3か所どれかなくてもいいんじゃないかと思いました。
なんとか無事に到着し、お馬さんとご対面。　
社内でジミーさんに、手綱さばきをレクチャーしてもらってるのですぐに乗馬スタート！よくできたお馬さん達でほとんど乗ってるだけでOKです。　ただ横道それて草をたべるやんちゃさんもいます（私もやられました）前後にスタッフが追歩してくれますので、指示してくれます（みぎ～とかゆるめる～とか）
海辺～森～海辺とのんびりできました。
ランチのガーリックシュリンプもジミーさんおすすめのマッキーズはとっても美味しかったです。

Thanks so much to North Shore Shark Adventures! We had such a great time and the sharks we saw were countless! Even saw a barracuda who lingered around the cage. Captain Tanja and the crew were fantastic. They were knowledgeable,friendly,and funny. We brought home a video of our adventure and are so glad that we did! We would do this again in a minute! (This coming from someone who is afraid of everything = Karen!) I would recommend this adventure to anyone visiting the island. See you next time NSSA!

Joe & Karen, Coquitlam, BC Canada

The Polynesian Cultural Center was great, and the guide in the car was very cheerful, teaching us about the tourist spots and food, making it a really enjoyable trip.

ポリネシア文化センターも、よかったのですが、行く車内のガイドさんが、とっても明るく、観光名所や、食べ物を教えてくれてすごく楽しい旅になりました。

I usually watch the hotel luau, so the story-driven show was refreshing. It's a bit far from Waikiki, but I think it's worth seeing at least once.

いつもはホテルのルアウを見ていたので、物語じたてのショーが新鮮でした。
ワイキキからは少し遠いですが、一度見てみるとよいと思います。

I wanted to ride the pineapple train at Dole, so I signed up for this plan, which guaranteed that I could ride it. As expected, I was able to ride it right after arriving, and then I had pineapple ice cream. I had a little less time to look at souvenirs, but I was mostly satisfied. In Haleiwa, I was a bit unsure about where to have lunch. It's a good idea to research recommended places before you go. At Lanikai Beach, I was lucky to see a turtle. It was a lot of fun.

ドールでパイナップル列車に乗りたいと思い、このプランなら必ず乗れるので申込みました。期待通りに、着いてから早速乗れて、その後にパイナップルアイスを食べました。おみやげはちょっと見る時間が少なくなりましたが、ほぼ満足です。ハレイワは昼食をどこのお店で食べるかちょっと迷いました。おすすめの店を調べて行くといいです。ラ二カイビーチでは、かめも観れてラッキーでした。とても楽しかったです。

The show was amazing! That's all there is to say. Since it was a deluxe course, we had great seats, but the standard seats might actually offer a good view of the entire show as well. It takes about 1 to 1.5 hours from Waikiki one way. The bus has strong air conditioning, so I recommend bringing a light jacket and socks.

ショーが素晴らしい！これに尽きます。デラックスコースだったので、もちろんいい席だったのですが、スタンダードでも逆にショー全体が見渡せていいかもしれません。
ワイキキから片道1時間〜1時間半くらいかかります。バスの冷房が強めにかかっているので、羽織るものと靴下を持参されるといいと思います。

The food felt like a typical American buffet. The show was not just a regular hula dance; it was a story, so I was able to watch it without getting bored. The authentic fire show was quite impressive. The ice cream you get during the break was so generous that I couldn't finish it.

料理は普通のアメリカのビュッフェって感じでした。ショーは普通のフラダンスではなく、物語になっていたので飽きずに見れました。本場のファイヤーショーはかなりすごかったです。休憩の時にもらえるアイスはボリュームがありすぎて食べきれませんでした。

I made a reservation online before my departure, so I didn't waste any time in Hawaii. I was a bit anxious since it was my first time using the service, but there were no issues at all. I will definitely use it again next time. Thank you very much.

出発前にネット予約をして行ったためHawaiiでは時間のロスをせずに済みました。
初めての利用で不安はありましたが何の問題もありませんでした。
次回も絶対利用させていただきます。
ありがとうございました。

Definitely worth doing. I would highly recommend doing this activity at the beginning of your trip as you would need more than one day to explore what it has to offer.

The round trip travel time is 2.5 hours; the center is far away.
The meals are meager; they are not bad, but.
I would like alcoholic beverages during meals since I'm traveling.
Of course, I understand the religious reasons, but they don't apply to me.

往復の移動時間２.５ｈ　センターが遠い。
食事の貧相　不味くは無いが。
酒類は食事時には欲しい　旅行中なのだから
勿論　宗教上の理由はわかりますが　私は関係無いので

Was very skeptical at first but oh my was I wrong!!!! Circle tour was outstanding the cultural center was an eye opening extravaganza !! Wish there was more time

I experienced it with two new half friends. At first, I was nervous, and the moment I got on the Cessna, I thought, "I should have just skipped this..." but then I was already up in the sky. The instructor and cameraman tried to lighten the mood with jokes, but when I later watched the DVD, I could see just how tense I was. As the first in the group, I had no choice but to jump out. During the one minute of free fall, the beauty was so overwhelming that I forgot to breathe. When the parachute opened, I instinctively closed my eyes, but from that point on, it was like a dream. Once it was over, it really felt like it was over in an instant. They say you only do this once in a lifetime, but I want to experience it not just once, but two or three times, as many times as possible. The beautiful sea, sky, and greenery. Even the whales welcomed us.

ニューハーフ二人で体験しました。
最初はドキドキでセスナに乗り込んだ瞬間、辞めとけば・・・って気持ちになったけど、もう空の上。
担当のインストラクター、カメラマンが気持ちをほぐそうとギャグ？を交えて声をかけてくれるけど、のちのちのDVDを見て、ガチガチに緊張してるのがわかるほどでした。
グループの１番目、いやおうなく飛び出しました。
フリーフォールの１分間、あまりの美しさに息をするのを忘れるほど。
パラシュートが開いた時は思わず目を閉じてしまいましたが、そこから先は夢のような時間でです。
終わってしまえば、本当にあっという間。一生に一度とは良くいいますが、一度と言わず二度三度、何回でも経験したいひとときでした。
美しい海、空、緑。くじらまで迎えてくれますよ。

I had little time for the meal and couldn't enjoy it slowly. It was a bit disappointing since it was delicious. The show was enjoyable, within my expectations.

食事の時間が少なく、ゆっくりと楽しめませんでした。
せっかく、美味しかったので少し残念でした。
ショーはまぁ、予想の範疇で楽しめました。

The food was very disappointing, but the show was really good. I think even in the standard seats, you can enjoy the view enough without needing the deluxe seats. The staff were Japanese, which was very nice.

料理がとっても、残念でしたがショーはとっても良かったです。デラックス席じゃなくても、スタンダードで十分観覧出来ると思います。
スタッフの方は、日本人でとっても良かったです。

If there is ANYTHING you ever do in your life....DO THIS....ABSOLUTELY AMAZING LIFETIME EXPERIENCE....UNFORGETTABLE

I went horseback riding in the canyon. I was thrilled to ride the same horses that former President Obama and his Secret Service agents rode. Along the way, I enjoyed seeing the Hitachi trees, the Dole plantation, and turtles on the sandy beach.

However, while we were on the canyon horseback ride, others were on different horseback rides or taking walks, which meant we were on a shared vehicle and felt rushed, so it was a pity we couldn't take our time.

渓谷乗馬に行って来ました。かのオバマ大統領やSP達が乗った馬に乗ることができ、気分も上々でした。また道中、日立の木やドール農園、砂浜の亀など見ることができ楽しむことが出来ました。
ただ、自分たちは渓谷乗馬でしたが他の方は別の乗馬や散策などで乗り合い車だったので、時間に追われゆっくりとすることが出来なかったのが惜しかったです。

Good Time. Had a wonderful day. The tour guide was friendly and provided a lot of interesting facts and trivia about Oahu on the drive up, as well as the trip back. Once at the North Shore the choice activities and the loosely organized agenda made for an enjoyable day. Would definitely recommend. Great value.

I had a great time watching the various island dances! If you choose the Twilight Deluxe option, you'll have a seat in the middle, and during the intermission of the show, you can exchange for a generous selection of fruits and ice cream, which I highly recommend.

さまざまな島のダンスが見れてとても楽しかった！トワイライトデラックスにすると、席も真ん中ですし、劇の途中の休憩で盛りだくさんのフルーツとアイスも引き換えられるのでおすすめです。

I finally got to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center, which I had wanted to go to for a long time.

I have been learning HULA in Japan, and I splurged on a deluxe reservation to enjoy the evening show from a good seat.

In the end, I was really glad I chose the deluxe option.

During the day, you will be walking quite a bit under the blazing sun, so it's essential to prepare with water and a hat.

Thanks to a brief rain shower, I was lucky enough to see a beautiful rainbow.

ずっと行きたかったポリネシアンカルチャーセンターへやっと行くことができました。

日本でHULAを習っており、いい席で夜のショーを満喫したく奮発してデラックスを予約。

結果、デラックスにして本当によかったです。

昼間には日差しが照りつける中、かなり歩くことになるので水分と帽子などの対策は必須です。

にわか雨のおかげで素敵な虹が出て幸せでした。

I cannot recommend the regular course in the afternoon. I just walked around the park and got tired. The free bus tour involves religious solicitation, so it's better to avoid it. It was boring. The theater had a Japanese show at 5 PM, so if you have time, please check it out. Overall, everything was boring except for the night show.

昼からのレギュラーコースはオススメ出来ない。ただ園内を回っただけで、疲れた。
無料のバスツアーは宗教勧誘されるので、行かないほうがまし。詰まらない。
シアターは日本語が17時からだったので、時間があえば見てください。
全体的に夜のショー以外は詰まらなかった。

We both are experience riders so it was a little tame for us. All you do is get to walk the horses. But it was a beautiful relaxing ride. You dont get to ride right on the beach, but more on the edge of the sand duns and through a field of flowers. Our guide was excellent and the horses are very well trained and friendly. They do show you a brief demonstration on how to guide your horse with the reins as they are polo ponies and not your traditional western horses. And as a safety precaution every one wears a helmet. Overall, it was a nice ride.

I wanted to experience skydiving at least once in my life, so I participated with my husband. We are both in our early 30s. We were picked up from our hotel in Waikiki, and as we got closer to the airport, I started to feel nauseous from the nerves. However, once we arrived at the airport, the preparations for skydiving progressed quickly, and I couldn't dwell on my anxiety.

At the Pacific Skydiving Center, there were people from countries other than Japan, and during the waiting time, we saw many people who had just finished skydiving descending with their parachutes. It was beautiful to see colorful parachutes coming down from the clear blue sky.

When it was finally our turn, we were called by name, put on our gear, and boarded the Cessna with professional divers for tandem jumps. As we ascended, the altitude increased, and when we reached the jump point, the door of the Cessna opened, and without hesitation, everyone started diving.

Since I was the last to jump, I felt both scared and excited watching everyone else go. At the moment of my jump, I didn't feel fear; I was in a state of pure adrenaline. During the free fall, I had a breathtaking view of the beautiful scenery of the North Shore, and I was both mesmerized and shouting with joy. Once the parachute opened, it was a relaxing and pleasant flight.

While we were flying, a diver behind me pointed out that there were whales in the ocean, and I was able to see them in the waters of the North. After finishing skydiving, I thought, "I want to do it again!" My husband was also excited about skydiving in Hawaii again. Although I felt more anxious before the jump, I truly felt it was worth it.

On February 27, the day we participated, it seemed to be less crowded, so I didn't feel like we waited long from the time we arrived at the airport until we jumped. However, the shuttle back to our hotel in Waikiki waited until it was full before departing, so there was some waiting time after the jump, and I couldn't predict what time we would return to the hotel. I recommend planning your schedule with some flexibility after skydiving.

人生に一度はスカイダイビングを体験したいと思い、主人と一緒に参加しました。
主人と私ともに３０代前半です。
ワイキキのホテルからピックアップしてもらい、飛行場に近づくにつれ緊張で気持ち悪くなりましたが、飛行場につけば流れでどんどんスカイダイビングへの準備がすすみますので、緊張どうのこうの言ってられません。
パシフィックスカイダイビングセンターには日本以外の国の方たちもいらっしゃいまして、待ち時間の間もどんどんパラシュートでスカイダイニングを終えた人が降りてきます。晴天の空からカラフルなパラシュートがおりてくる様子はすごく綺麗でした。
いざ、自分達の番。名前を呼ばれて、器具を装着して、タンデムを組むプロのダイバー方とセスナに乗ります。高度がどんどん上がって、ポイントに到着したらセスナの扉がオープンして、有無を言わせず、どんどんみんなダイブして行きます。
私は最後の番だったので、それを見て怖いやらわくわく。
自分がスカイダイビングの瞬間、怖いという気持はなくて、アドレナリンが出まくりの状態でした。
フリーフォールの間、ノースショアのきれいな景色が一望できて、うっとり＆シャウト。
パラシュートが開いてからはゆったり気持ちいい飛行でした。
飛んでいるとき、後ろからダイバーがクジラがいるよ！と教えてくれ、ノースの海のクジラを見ることもできました。
スカイダイビングを終わってみると、もう一度飛びたい！！と思いました。
主人もまたハワイでスカイダイビングしようと興奮していました。
スカイダイブするまでは不安の方が大きかったですが、やってよかったと本当に思いました。


私達が参加した２月２７日は空いていた様で、飛行場に着いてから飛ぶまで待った感覚はありませんでしたが、帰りのワイキキホテルまでの送迎ワゴンは満席になるのを待って出発したため、飛んでから帰るまでは待ち時間があり、ホテルに戻る時間は読めませんでしたので、スカイダイビングをする後のスケジュールは余裕をもって組むことをオススメします。