Reviewed by: ひろちゃん
Ballet the donkey came to greet us. He was so cute, rubbing his face against us. I wanted to take him back to Japan! (laughs) The horse was also very smart, and my daughter was in a great mood. We had a wonderful time together as a family until the end.
You can enjoy a different side of Hawaii for family memories.
ごあいさつに来てくれたロバのバレットくん。
顔をスリスリ、可愛かったです。
日本に連れて帰りたかったな~ 笑
馬もお利口さんで、娘も上機嫌。最後まで家族で楽しく過ごしました。
ご家族の思い出に、違ったハワイを楽しめますよ。
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| Packages: | ピクニック乗馬 |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/19 |
Reviewed by: ひろちゃん
They are studying Japanese and actively engage in conversation. The friendly owner was a wonderful person. It's a place where celebrities come incognito. The seaside view is beautiful, and I still can't forget it.
日本語を勉強されていて、積極的にお話してくださいます。
気さくなオーナーさんは素敵な方でした。
著名人がお忍びで来られるほど。海沿いの景色が美しくて今でも忘れられません。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Adventurer
I strongly recommend this experience! The crew were helpful, down to earth and nice which made the experience even better. I recommend purchasing the video of yourself under water with the sharks - it will be a lifelong memory.
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/01 |
Reviewed by: BZR30S
It was a blast! We had a great time and the location was amazing for our sunset ride! Our guides were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area!
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| Packages: | Standard Sunset Horseback Ride - Most Popular! |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/20 |
Reviewed by: jay
it was great fun for the entire family (12 yo boy and 9 yo girl) + mother in law The shows/ presentations were cute at each "islands" but definitely the highlight was HA -- the fire show--- would definitely go back next time in Hawaii but would go straight to the show ----
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Evening Show Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/02 |
Reviewed by: 紅麻K
I had an 11-hour transit time in Honolulu, so I made a reservation in advance to move around. The sky and sea were beautiful, and I had a great time. In Japan, we don't have such outdoor experiences, so it was nice.
ホノルルのトランジット時間が11時間あったので、あらかじめ予約して移動しました。空と海がきれいで、楽しかったです。日本では、こうした外のりはないので、良かったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/06 |
Reviewed by: KellyB
This would have been an awesome trip if it hadn't been ruined by motion sickness. And I wasn't the only one affected, there were 6 other people hanging their heads over the side of the boat with me. This excursion is definately a do-over only next time I'll take the morning trip and start loading up on dramamine the night before. I want to mention, though, that the captain and crew were very nice and knowledgeable of sharks and shark conservation and I will go with this company again.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Peter
Great glider ride. Very beautiful and quiet. Mr. Bill was great and very friendly. Would recommend for a good adventurous activity while in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Double Passengers Scenic Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Karmine
I went on this 3 yrs ago and it was much more fun. They no longer feed the sharks and they stuffed the tank with too many people. Last time it was 4 ppl inside cage this time they put 8 ppl in it!!
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/18 |
Reviewed by: Lin
Getting in the water with sharks was definitely a unique afternoon! Our hosts weren't especially talkative but knew what they were doing and we all got a turn. If you're going to get in the water with sharks I suggest this company because of the plexiglass on the side of the cage. None of the pictures I took through the bars turned out because of the light reflection! Also arrive early to the dock! The sign is tiny, faded and at the far end of a parking lot. Took us 20 minutes to find where to go after arriving.
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Diving (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/06 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
I thought the cultural center was very good. Our tour guide was amazing and would recommend having one. The only bad thing was not being able to take pictures during the breath of life show and no air movement. Show was great but very warm. Wish I could have taken pictures.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Ken and Family
This trip was great!!!! We saw many large sharks. Water was pretty rough, a little hard getting out of cage. We ranged in age from 13 to 50 and everyone enjoyed it!!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/21 |
Reviewed by: Melanie
The tour guide was the most personable, knowledgable tour guides I have ever had. She took the time to explain where we were, what was special about it and answered any and all questions. Would definitely use their services again!
Thank you so much for the good review.
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/30 |
Reviewed by: J.S.Song
Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!Excellent!
Does that mean you liked our services ? :-)
A humble "Thank You !". I guess our 43 years of doing this activity (and 'lovin it) is showing.
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| Packages: | Double Passengers Scenic Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/13 |
Reviewed by: amanda
This was a great experience! There were sharks all over the place, defiantly wasn't disappointed. The only bad part about it was all the people that got sick, & especially the one that got sick while in the cage. Everything else was awesome. I would recommend it to anyone going to Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/01 |
Reviewed by: BGC
We had a wonderful time. If you wanted to have plain good time knowing the Polynecian culture this is a must! You will be spending most of your day in a ALL IN ONE package,from activities, education, culture, music, language. I don't know about other people but there is nothing to complain about the Luau and this place, the food was good,the show was great, the evening show was spectacular! For those who expect to get drunk and expect a Las Vegas type of show, please do your self a favor go somewhere else, BUT if you wanted to have a clean entertainment and wholesome environment for you and your family and appreciate custumes,culture, pretty and handsome islanders don't think twice of going here. Several reviewers expect a Las Vegas show and almost bear all, I'm a Islander I find those reviews very insulting to the culture of our people, this is a paradise Island, so please leave your mind set behind before coming here. PCC does the best to preserve the culture and their ancestry.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/01 |
Reviewed by: DemoskiJ
Great beyond my expectation. Wondeful experience would do it again
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/05 |
Reviewed by: Chin Wang
The tour guide and tour of the island was outstanding. The show at the Cultural Center was very well done and enjoyable. The food was okay, but not what was expected.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Chris S and family
My teenage daughter really wanted this experience, my wife not so keen. It was well worth it, about 20 large sharks swimming around you whilst you are safe in the cage. Even my wife thought so. It was a good experience, the crew were good and organised.
The slow rolling sea can affect some :-)
Aloha Chris S and Ohana,
We are glad that you folks enjoyed yourselves. Hope to see you folks on your next Hawaiian Vacation. Aloha
Robert
Shark Rez
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/04 |
Reviewed by: Canadiantraveller
Had ourselves a good time. Got sea sick on the boat ride though. Recommend you bring some gravol. A good activity to do while you are in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/24 |
Reviewed by: R Garcia
This was my first time ever riding a horse and they made me feel very comfortable. The views were amazing and Cassie was a fabulous guide! My husband and I decided to do this ride the night before our vow renewal and it gave us some beautiful memories to look back on! We would definitely recommend this ride!
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| Packages: | Private Horseback Ride - Daytime Tours |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/27 |
Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo
Nice event! So much to learn!! The day goes by fast with all the fun. They have a lot of activities for all the family. The dinner was awesome, prime rib buffet. Can't wait to go back!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/22 |
Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo
This was amazing event!!!! It was a safe trip, and it was awesome seeing the sharks swimming very close. I'm looking forward to doing it again.
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/23 |
Reviewed by: Nicky
Terrible food at the luau. Not very authentic in terms of food or staff. Was like a discount Disneyland but with not very convincing landscaping. A total tourist trap in terms of knock off "artisan" items and souvenirs. However the show HA was amazing. If I ever went back, would only go for the show.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Half-Day Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Mary Mabes
It was a great learning experience to see all the different cultures.
We had a great time and I highly recommend it its worth the trip.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Alii Luau |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Bigrbull
We had a great time! Everyone saw 3-4 8 to 10 foot sharks! Would sure do again!
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/29 |
Reviewed by: Mike
While the scenery was excellent and the tour guides very hospitable, it was hard to call this a horseback "riding" tour. We walked the horses on a predefined trail, and while I understand the owner's concerns about the health of his/her animals and the variable level of riding experience of the participants, there should have been a chance to run, gallop, or at least trot on the animals to call it riding.
Aloha, Thank you for your feedback. Due to our strick insurance policy we cannot allow riders to trot or canter on the beach/trail. We do offer an advanced ride for our clients with previous riding experience that are looking to trot and canter on our polo field after the trail ride. I'm sorry if your expectations were not met, we are a small family run business that strives to provide a unique and memorable experience for all of our clients. We hope that you will keep us in mind for future rides.
Again many thanks for your time and business.
Sincerely,
Amanda
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| Packages: | Afternoon Tour (Regular Schedule) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/07 |
Reviewed by: Steve Salisbury
Booked an "Ambassador Package" as it seemed to offer a comprehensive itinerary and very glad we did as it took care of all the planning necessary to view the centre in a day.
The prime rib and seafood buffet was as good as expected considering the amount of guests it was catering for. The different cultural villages provided a good mix of information and humour as not to overload visitors brains. Guest involvement in traditional customs such as weaving and drumming was fun.
The "Ha" show was excellent, keeping the audience fully focused and entertained.
I would recommend the travel inclusive package from Waikiki. Smooth bus operation and after a full day, an opportunity to relax after the event. The guide on the outward journey was entertaining and informative.
What really made this a day to remember was our centre guide "Tori". Through all our years travelling the world, she was beyond doubt the most friendly, informative and caring person we have ever encountered in this role.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/21 |
Reviewed by: Stone Family
We all enjoyed the ride. Savannah was a great guide and full of information on the local area. The horses were well groomed and behaved. The top of the mountain where we stopped for dinner provided gorgeous views. The dinner was good and so was the company. Gunstock Ranch was very beautiful, and the drive from Waikiki was beautiful too. I would definitely recommend it. Well worth it.
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| Packages: | Sunset Dinner Ride |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/08 |
Reviewed by: California fisherman
Veltra gave the cheap price, we took a tour guide that helped covering most of the place at Polynesia cultural center
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/12 |
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Aloha Karmine, We apologize that we didn't exceed your expectations this time, We will strive to do better on the next. We upgraded our cage less than a year ago and it is now about 65% bigger than it was back 3 years ago. Being the shark tour with the biggest cage, we currently average 5 - 8 people maximum at any given time. We have upgraded our boats within the past 2 years since 3 of our boats were burned back in 2011. We hope to better service you on your next trip out here. Thank you once again for choosing North Shore Shark Adventures