All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

I had confirmed with the instructor, but the snorkeling gear wasn't properly attached, and I panicked because I couldn't breathe on the surface. So, I had to retire midway.

There were two instructors, but it was stated that they could handle a maximum of five people, yet it felt like one instructor was managing almost ten people. It seems like there's some exaggeration in the description.

I felt uneasy entering the water without proper safety checks. This company seems to operate smoothly every time, but it feels like a miracle that no accidents have occurred.

I would like participants to join with a sense of personal responsibility.

インストラクターにも確認してもらっていたのだが、シュノーケルの器具がちゃんと付けられてなく海上で息が出来なくてパニックになった。なので途中でリタイアした。
インストラクターは2人だが、最大５人と記載があるがほぼ1人で10人をみている状況だった。記載に誇張があるように思える。
安全確認もほぼせずに海に入って不安があった。
この業者は毎回流れるように仕事をこなしているが、事故が起こっていないのが奇跡に思えた。
参加される方は自己責任という気持ちを持って参加していただきたい。

Staying at the Hilton made transportation convenient.
I had to wait about 30 minutes from the meeting time until being shown to my seat. There is room for improvement.
The prices differ between the stage area and other areas. The order for the buffet is also different.
Once you take your meal, it will be cleared away afterward, so it's necessary to take what you want at the beginning without hesitation. The show time has also become shorter than before.

ヒルトン宿泊だった為、移動は便利であった。
集合時間から、席への案内まで30分程待たされた。改善の余地あり。
ステージの周囲とそれ以外で価格が違う。ブッフェの順番も違う。
食事は1回取ると後は片付けられるので、遠慮なくはじめに取っておく必要がある。ショーの時間も以前より短くなった。

We set off on a boat with a group of about 10 people. There were 2 staff members who were friendly and communicated in simple Japanese. The clear weather allowed us to enjoy a stunning view of Waikiki from the sea, which was breathtaking! I recommend this to everyone visiting Honolulu.

10名ほどのグループでボートに乗り出発。
スタッフは2名、フレンドリーで簡単な日本語の対応もしてくれました。
快晴で飛んだ海上からはワイキキの景色が一望できて、圧巻でした！ホノルルにいくすべての人におすすめ。

My first parasailing experience was so much fun! I participated in the last session at 5 PM and was able to see Diamond Head and the streets of Waikiki illuminated by the sunset from above.

There was one instance where it was canceled due to strong winds, and I had to change the date and rebook. I received the cancellation notice via email about 2 to 3 hours in advance.

There were about 10 to 15 participants, and besides us, there was one other Japanese person, so we took photos and videos of each other from the boat. I participated in parasailing with my smartphone in a waterproof case, and while descending, my butt and feet touched the sea, but my upper body was fine, so my smartphone didn’t get submerged.

I couldn’t find any changing rooms or restroom spaces, so I went back to the hotel as I was.

人生初のパラセイリング楽しかったです！
最終の17時から参加して、夕日に照らされるダイアモンドヘッドやワイキキの街並みを上空から見ることができました。
１度は強風の影響で中止となり、日程を変更して再予約をしての参加となりました。
中止の連絡は2〜3時間前にメールが届きました。

参加人数は10〜15名ほどで、私たちの他に日本人が1苦味いらっしゃったので、お互いに写真と動画を船から撮り合いました。
スマホを防水ケースに入れてパラセイリングに参加しましたが、降下する際にお尻や足が海につくくらいで上半身は無事だったので、スマホが水没することもなかったです。

更衣室やトイレ等の着替えられるスペースは見当たらなかったので、そのままホテルまで帰りました。

The tour driver was great! He got us there and through the gate in a timely manner. However, if you are looking for serenity or a peaceful hike, you have come to the wrong place. It was so crowded it was hard to enjoy. Had some younger individuals that thought we might all enjoy their music blaring.

This site would benefit from a timed entry system.

This is the second takeoff following last year. As expected, I'm used to it now and have no sense of fear. The view was fantastic, and it was a bundle of refreshing feelings. The captain and crew's skills were perfect. It's a tour with no complaints.

昨年に続き2回目のテイクオフ。さすがに慣れて恐怖感は無し。眺めの良さと爽快感の塊でした。キャプテンとクルーの技術も完璧。ゆうことなしのツアーです。

The best experience ever. The crew members were helpful and nice.

I only understand a little English, but when it comes to snorkeling, just communicate your fin size in US sizes, and once you're in the water, you can follow the staff without any issues. There were many sea turtles and beautiful fish!

On the boat, just sit back and enjoy without doing anything dangerous! The staff was very kind, providing cold water as a service and being attentive to the passengers, which made the experience very enjoyable.

The meeting place is at the location on Google Maps listed on this site, where you should look for the boat labeled "MOANA." The meeting time is 7:30, and we boarded around 8:00. The staff called out to us near the boat around that time. I highly recommend it!

片言の英語しかわからないのですが、シュノーケルではフィンのUSサイズを伝えることと、海に入ったらスタッフさんについていけば問題ないです。ウミガメやきれいな魚がたくさんいました！
船上では危ないことをせず座って楽しめばOKです！
サービスで冷たいお水を出してくれたり乗客に気配りしてくれたりスタッフさんが優しくとても楽しめました。

集合場所は、このサイトにのってるGoogle Mapの場所に行き、MOANAと書かれた船を見つけましょう。集合時間は7:30で乗船するのは8時頃でした。
8時頃にスタッフさんが船の近くで声をかけてくれました。
とてもおすすめです！

It was good. My luggage was minimal, but not too minimal, which was fine. I could fit a suitable bag under the seat on the boat. I didn't bring any money to reduce my luggage, but I needed cash for tips.

よかったです。荷物は最小限ですが、最小過ぎなくていいです。適当な鞄を船の座席の下に入れられます。荷物減らすためにお金も持って行かなかったけどチップのために現金は必要でした。

I experienced the 150m jump.

I think it's a cost-effective tour since you can experience it and return in about an hour, making good use of your valuable time on-site.

The time in the air seems short, and there's a bit of fear, so I found it just right.

From above, you can see Diamond Head, the beach, and the cityscape all at once, so I highly recommend it.

150mを体験しました

１時間ほどで体験し帰って来れるので貴重な現地時間の中ではコスパの良いツアーだと思いました

上空の時間は短いようで、多少の怖さもあるので丁度良いと思いました

上空からダイヤモンドヘッドからビーチ、街並みまで一望できるのでオススメです

I don't speak Japanese, but that's totally fine! (They can communicate in broken Japanese.) The instructor was super fun and enjoyable! It said to carry as little luggage as possible, but you can fit one bag under the seat on the boat, so it's okay. When I went, there were three groups, so even when it wasn't our turn, we were on the boat the whole time, so it's better to bring water to stay hydrated! (They were selling small bottles of water at the reception.) It seems there are options for two or three people, so even with three, you don't have to worry about someone being left out. I also requested the photo service, and if you have an iPhone, they give you the data right there, and you can also get it on an SD card. You can see Diamond Head from the sea, so if you're in Hawaii, you definitely should do this!

日本語通じないけど、全然大丈夫！
(カタコトの日本語では喋ってくれます)
インストラクター？のおじさんめちゃめちゃ愉快で楽しかったです！
荷物はなるべく持たないで…って書いてあったけど、鞄1つくらいなら船の椅子の下にしまえるので大丈夫です。
私の時は3組同じだったので、自分たちの番じゃない時もずっと船に乗っているので水分も忘れず持って行った方がいいです！(受付でも小さいボトルのお水売ってました)
2人用と3人用があるみたいで、3人とかでも1人溢れる心配とか要らないです。
写真サービスもお願いしましたが、iPhoneだとその場でデータくれますし、SDカードでも貰えました。
海からダイヤモンドヘッドまで一望できるので、せっかくハワイに来たならぜひやってほしいです！

The water was murky and visibility was not very good, which was disappointing. Since we departed in the early afternoon, it might have been murky because of that. If we had gone in the early morning, the sea might have been calm and clear, allowing for better visibility. However, I was able to experience the thrill of navigating through the 30-meter deep sea.

海の中は濁っておりあまり良く見えず期待以下でした。午後一番での出発だったので濁っていたのかも知れません。朝一番だったら海は穏やかで透明でもう少し良く見えたのかも知れません。水深30メートルの海の中を航行しているというドキドキ感を味わうことができました。

It was a windy day, so I was worried about whether it would happen, but it went ahead and I was super excited. The time flew by while I was in the air. The staff were great, and it was a wonderful experience.

風の強い日だったので出来るか不安でしたが、決行されてテンションマックスに。
飛んでいる間はあっという間でした。
お兄さん達の雰囲気も良く素敵な時間でした。

I chose the 150m plan.
We went up into the sky all at once, and when I noticed, the ship was quite far below.
It went higher than I imagined, and it was fun.

It's a place you can walk to from Waikiki, and it opens at 8 AM, so I was able to make good use of my time.
I highly recommend it.

150mのプランにしました。
一気に上空に行き、気付くと、船がかなり下～～のほうに。
想像以上に高くまで上がり、楽しかったです。

ワイキキから歩いていける場所で、朝8時からやっているので、
時間を有効に使うことができました。
おススメです。

Positive points:
- I was able to get a response from Veltra via email before making a reservation.
- Communication in Japanese was completely fine, so it’s not a problem if you can't speak English at all.
- The instructor was very friendly.
- The waiting time for entry was shorter than that of other general customers.
- They provide careful instruction even for those with no snorkeling experience.
- Valuables are kept in a box with a lock, so it feels safe.
- They are well-acquainted with spots where sea turtles can be found, so there’s a high chance of encountering them (I actually encountered one).
- You can save underwater photos from Facebook.
- I requested a wetsuit from Veltra just before the event, and they were able to accommodate me (I participated in early October in the morning, and since the seawater is cold, I think it's better for those who are sensitive to cold to borrow one).
- Even on the day of the event, if you tell the instructor, you can borrow a wetsuit.

Negative points:
- In our case, there was nothing in particular.

Cautions:
- It goes without saying, but punctuality is important, so being late is not accepted (they will wait for a few minutes).
- There is no guidance to the restroom on the way back, so it's better to go at the timing of changing clothes.
- The valuables box is not very large, so it’s better to keep your items compact.

良かった点
・ベルトラさんに予約開始前にメールで問い合わせたところ対応していただけたこと
・日本語が完全に通じるので英語は全く話せなくても問題がない
・インストラクターの方がとてもフレンドリー
・入場の待ち時間が他の一般客よりも少ない
・シュノーケリングの経験がなくても丁寧に教えてくれる
・貴重品はボックスに入れて鍵をかけてくれるので安心
・ウミガメがいるスポットを熟知しているので高い確率で遭遇できる(実際に遭遇できました)
・水中の写真をFacebookから保存できる
・直前にベルトラさんにウェットスーツを依頼したが対応していただけた(10月初旬午前に参加したが、海水は冷たいので寒がりな方は借りた方がいいかなと思います)
・当日でもインストラクターの方に言えばウェットスーツを借りられた

悪かった点
私たちの場合は特に何もありませんでした

注意点
・当たり前ですが、時間厳守なので遅刻は認められません(数分なら待ってくれてます)
・帰りはトイレの案内がないので、着替えのタイミングで行った方がいいです
・貴重品のボックスはそれほど大きくないので、コンパクトにまとめられるようにしておいた方がいいです

Duration:
Including travel time, you can enjoy about 90 minutes of fishing at a beautiful offshore point overlooking Diamond Head, which takes approximately 3 hours to reach! It was just the right length—not too long, not too short.

Catch:
My wife and I tried fishing together, and we caught four large butterflyfish, close to 30 centimeters, with strong pulls! Unlike the butterflyfish in Japan, these were colorful with pink tails and made a "boo boo" sound. Some people didn’t catch anything at all, but it’s necessary to tweak your fishing technique a bit. The bait is squid, but it’s cut quite roughly, so I recommend tearing it into smaller pieces to use.

Staff Response:
The staff provided thorough instructions on how to handle the fishing rods. They quickly addressed issues like tangled lines with neighboring guests and helped remove caught fish from the hooks. When my wife got seasick, they were always attentive and offered her ginger candy.

Wonderful Service:
You can bring your own food and drinks, including alcohol. Water and light juice are available for free from tanks on board. The caught fish are immediately prepared for you. By the time we returned to port, we all enjoyed the butterflyfish sautéed with delicious seasonings in a large frying pan. As a side note, my wife had recovered from her seasickness by then and was even asking for seconds. (laughs)

所要時間：
およそ3時間でダイヤモンドヘッドを望む美しい沖合いポイントまで移動時間を含めると実質90分ほど船釣りを楽しめます！長過ぎず、短すぎず、程良かったです。
釣果：
妻と二人でトライしましたが引きが強くて30センチ近くの大きなカワハギが4匹釣れました！
日本のカワハギと異なり、カラフルでピンクの尾をしていて、ブーブーと鳴いておりました。
中には全く釣れない人たちもいましたが、釣り方を少し工夫する必要があります。餌はイカですがかなりざっくりカットされているので、少し小さくちぎって、つけるのがお勧めです。
スタッフ対応：
丁寧に釣り竿の扱い方などをレクチャー頂けます。また隣の客と糸が絡まったり、釣れた魚を針から外したりする際に迅速に対応してくださります。妻が船酔いでダウンした際は常に気をかけて下さり、ジンジャーの飴を渡してくれました。
素敵なサービス：
アルコールを含む飲食物を持ち込めます。
船内に水、薄いジュースがタンクから無料で頂けます。釣れた魚は直ぐに捌いて頂けます。帰港までには大きなフライパンで香ばしい調味料と一緒に炒められたカワハギを乗員全員で美味しく頂きました。蛇足ですが、妻はこの頃には船酔いから回復しており、おかわりしてました。笑

My sister really wanted to do this activity, but her husband reluctantly participated. However, he came back with a satisfied look, saying he had a great time.

姉が、絶対やりたかったアクティビティで、ご主人はイヤイヤの参加でした。しかし、とても楽しかったと満足顔で戻って来ました。

Thanks to Susumu's witty guidance, I was able to participate in a fun and safe manner. It's also appreciated that the roads have been improved compared to a few years ago. The water volume at Manua Falls was low, which was disappointing, but the view from Tantalus Lookout was breathtaking. I also enjoyed a delicious acai bowl for lunch. By adding an event that allows for interaction with nature, it became a memorable trip, not just a city walk. However, it's important to be prepared as weather can have an impact.

ススムさんの軽妙なガイドで、楽しくかつ安全に参加出来た。数年前と比べ道が整備されていることも有難い。マヌア滝は水量が少なく残念だったが、タンタラス丘からの眺めは圧巻。昼食のアサイーボウルも美味しくいただいた。街歩きだけでなく、自然と触れるイベントを加えたことで、思い出に残る旅となった。ただ、天候に影響されることがあるので、準備しておくことが必要。

The ocean is beautiful, the weather is great, and it's the best! I definitely recommend experiencing this when you come to Hawaii. I found out that Veltra offers affordable and safe activities, so I want to try other activities next time. The family I shared the boat with was also very lovely, which made it even more enjoyable and created great memories.

海は綺麗で、天気も良く、最高です！ハワイに来たら是非体験するのがおすすめです。
ベルトラはお安く、安全なアクティビティを提供していると分かったので、次も他のアクティビティなど体験したいです。
同じ船に乗り合わせた方もとても素敵なファミリーだったので、いっそう楽しく良い思い出になりました。

Our guides were super entertaining and helpful.
Some outstanding, picturesque views from the sail! Very nice experience!

The view from 150 meters high was spectacular. However, there were other people as well, so there was some waiting time on the boat. During that time, I felt a bit seasick. I recommend that those who are prone to motion sickness bring some medication.

高さ150メートルからの景色は絶景でした。ただ、他の方もおられますので船の上での待ち時間もあります。その間に少し船酔いしました。酔いやすい方は酔い止めを持っていかれることをおすすめします。

Hanauma Bay is a beautiful place and the water is so pretty. The day we went, it was unfortunately very windy and the water was pretty choppy. We were able to see some fish, but the water wasn’t very clear due to the waves, but that’s nature for you! The snorkeling gear was very difficult for me. Water kept getting into my mask and it was very uncomfortable. I wish I had my own full face mask. But it was still an enjoyable time and would do it again. Our driver to the location was very friendly and did a great job. It was through kaimana tours.

It was my first time booking an optional tour, but I felt at ease participating because the guide was fluent in Japanese! They even got out of the car to come find us. At Hanauma Bay, there were long lines for both parking and entry, but since we had made a reservation in advance, and it seemed like the guide had some connections, we were able to enter smoothly. The snorkeling was also satisfying as we got to see various fish!

初めてのオプションツアー予約でしたが、ガイドの方が日本語ペラペラでしたので安心して参加することが出来ました！お迎えも車から降りて探しに来てくれました。ハナウマ湾は駐車場も入場も大行列でしたが、事前予約をしてくれており、かつ顔がきくのか色々優遇されているようでスムーズに入場できました。肝心のシュノーケリングも様々な魚が見れて満足行く内容でした！

This tour involves walking through the tropical rainforest in Honolulu to reach Manoa Falls, followed by enjoying delicious sandwiches (acai bowls) at the spacious Tantalus Lookout. The contrast between the jungle and the view from the hill was quite interesting.

During the trekking, our guide Daisuke provided various explanations, which was very helpful. Without a guide, I think the experience would have been less enjoyable. It seems there has been little rainfall recently, so unfortunately, the waterfall had a lower water volume, but trekking through the jungle was very enjoyable.

The path was quite rocky and muddy, making it difficult to walk, so I recommend borrowing a walking stick. Insect repellent spray was also available for us to use.

ホノルルの熱帯雨林の道を歩いてマノアの滝に到着、その後広々としたタンタラスの丘で美味しいサンドイッチ（アサイーボウル）を楽しむツアーです。ジャングルの中と丘からの眺めとその対比もなかなか面白かったです。
トレッキング中はガイドのだいすけさんが色々な説明をしてくれてとても良かったです。ガイドさん無しだと歩いて終わりで楽しさもそこそこだったと思います。最近の雨量が少なかったそうで滝は残念ながら水量が少なめでしたが、ジャングルの中のトレッキングはとても楽しめました。
道が結構ゴツゴツしていてぬかるみも多く歩きにくいので、ステッキを貸してもらうことをお勧めします。虫除けスプレーも貸してもらえました。

The view of parasailing from the hotel in Waikiki was amazing. Since it departed from the harbor near the Hilton, the scenery was different from the land and absolutely fantastic.

ワイキキのホテルから見ていた光景のパラセイル
ヒルトンのそばの港から出港なので、陸からとは違った景色で最高でした

If you are afraid of heights like me maybe second think, but still decide to do it, as the sights of the crystal water are beautiful.

Really fun evening! We would recommend this luau to our friends visiting.

Really Awesome Views from Above. Me and my partner had a blast!!

The whole crew was just amazing. Lots of fun.
Thanks

This is an activity that I definitely recommend everyone to experience when visiting Hawaii. It was an amazing experience to see the Hawaiian scenery from above the ocean!

There was no pressure to tip, as it was more of a suggestion at the time of disembarkation, but since it was such a wonderful experience, I decided to give a tip!

Thanks to the advice from everyone, I took motion sickness medication and didn't feel nauseous at all! I put my tip, credit card, and smartphone in a waterproof phone case and hung it around my neck while holding my GoPro in my hand as I jumped! I only brought a beach towel for other items. The luggage goes in the boat's storage, and since there are staff members around, I felt that my belongings wouldn't be stolen while we were flying.

ハワイに来たらぜひみなさんに体験いただきたいアクティビティです。ハワイの景色を海の上から見れて、とっても最高な体験になりました！
チップは下車時によかったらチップお願いします的な感じで強制感はありませんでしたが、とても素敵な体験ができたので、お渡ししました！
みなさんのアドバイスを見て酔い止めを飲んだおかげか、特に酔いませんでした！
防水スマホケースにチップとクレカとスマホ入れて首から下げて、ゴープロを手に持って飛びました〜！そのほか持ちのものは、バスタオルくらいにしました。荷物はボートの荷物入れ？に入れますし、スタッフの方もいるので、飛んでる間に荷物が盗まれる事はないかなと思いました。