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Waikiki
So very glad I booked this excursion.
This was definitely by far one of our best excursions. We were able to see and learn so much about all the different movies filmed at this location. The trips were well timed and spaced apart enough that they did not overlap into one another. The guides were knowledgeable and very accommodating. Lunch was really good with great selections. I feel like a trip to O’ahu is not complete without this excursion. Will definitely recommend this excursion to others visiting Hawai’i.
We participated as a couple in our fifties.
It was our first time surfing, and I was worried because the instructions were in English.
There were two instructors for our group of six.
They were very attentive and made sure that I, the least skilled among us, wasn't left behind by frequently checking on me.
I am truly grateful for that.
During the two-hour session, I was able to ride three times.
I’m happy to have had the experience of surfing in the waters of Hawaii.
As for the drone, it cost $75 for two people.
At the same time, there was a group of eight doing SUP, and they also requested the drone.
The drone filmed both surfing and SUP with one unit.
The data we received included footage and photos of the SUP participants as well.
(I believe it was all the data captured during that time.)
This means that our footage and photos were also shared with the SUP group, which honestly bothered me.
Additionally, since surfing and SUP were conducted in slightly different locations, I think there was inevitably less footage and photos of us.
I noticed that there were more images and videos from the SUP group since their data was included as well. (Of course, the number of participants plays a role in this.)
Surfing itself was a lot of fun, and I was sore not just the next day but from that very day, but it was truly enjoyable.
When you come to Hawaii, I think engaging in activities that are characteristic of Hawaii is a great idea!
アラフィフ夫婦で参加。
初めてのサーフィン、英語の説明ということもあり、心配でした。
6名に2名のインストラクターがついてくれました。
とても気にかけて下さり、6名の中で一番へたな私が置いていかれないように、よく声をかけてくださりました。
本当に感謝です。
2時間の間に３回乗れることができました。
ハワイの海でサーフィンの体験ができたことがうれしいです。
ドローンですが、2人で75ドルでした。
同じ時間にＳＵＰの方（8人1グループ）がおり、その方たちもドローンをお願いしていました。
ドローン1台でサーフィンとＳＵＰの両方を撮影していました。
いただいたデータは、ＳＵＰの方の映像・写真も入っていました。
（同じ時間に撮ったデータ全部だと思います）
ということは、私たちの映像・写真もＳＵＰの方たちのところに渡されているということΣ(ﾟдﾟlll)ｶﾞｰﾝ、正直それは嫌でした。
また、サーフィンとＳＵＰは行っている場所が少し違うので、どうしても映像・写真が少なかったと思います。
こちらにもＳＵＰのデータがきているので、そちらの映像・写真が多いのが気になりました。（もちろん人数の比もあると思います）
サーフィン自体はとても楽しく、翌日どころかその日から筋肉痛でしたが、とても楽しかったです。
せっかくハワイに来たときは、ハワイらしいアクティビティいいと思います！！
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The Magical Mystery Show at the Hilton Waikiki Beach is seriously one of the best things to do in the evening in Waikiki! My friends and I had an absolute blast from start to finish. When we arrived, we were greeted with a delicious cocktail and escorted into the Museum of Curiosities. There, a talented magician entertained us with captivating stories about how King David Kalakaua brought the concept of "salon performance" to Hawaii from England. Once we discovered the secret password, we entered the main theater. Let me tell you, the room is cozy and beautifully decorated with vintage furniture and comfy chairs.
But here's the best part - the interaction with the performers was absolutely outstanding! It honestly felt like we were getting our own personal magic show. The close-up magic was incredibly engaging, and it was a hit with both the adults and the kids. We laughed so much and were completely impressed beyond words by the mind-blowing tricks! Every single part of the magic show was thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable. And let me just say, it was totally worth every penny! I can't recommend it enough!
Seriously, what a unique activity. It's perfect for a rainy day or any day, really. You're guaranteed plenty of laughs. Trust me, you won't regret it!
These guys have the operation perfected. I recommend. taking the very first shuttle in the morning and sacrificing a little sleep to do so. The payoff will be no one in the bay and everything to yourself for the first 30 to 40 minutes. Even after that, you will still have the crowds beat.
I visited Hanauma Bay for the first time this time. Before making a reservation, I considered going on my own instead of a tour, but I was glad I chose to book a tour.
First of all, Hanauma Bay is reservation-only and very popular, so securing an entry reservation is quite difficult. Additionally, the parking lot is extremely crowded upon arrival, and the guidance is complicated, so if you don't have a decent understanding of English, you might struggle. There are also announcements regarding precautions before entry, but everything is in English, and there is no Japanese guidance, so it can be challenging to understand the content if you're not familiar with English.
By booking a tour, I was able to secure an entry reservation without any issues, and the transportation from the hotel to the site, along with Japanese interpretation and explanations, made the process much smoother. Thanks to the tour allocation, I was able to enter without unnecessary waiting time compared to general visitors.
The snorkeling itself was also very easy because the guides were very experienced and explained everything clearly. (For example, they advised me to unlock my smartphone in advance if I wanted to take photos.) While swimming, there was a guide swimming at the front, and another guide watching carefully from behind. They kept an eye out for participants who seemed to be struggling and would lead us to areas with plenty of fish, so I felt safe participating.
On the day I went, there was some wind and slightly higher waves, so the water was a bit murky, and the visibility didn't seem very high, but I think that's just due to the weather and sea conditions. Even in those conditions, it was enjoyable, so I believe it’s worth going. Even if you don't swim, Hanauma Bay is beautiful just to look at.
In my personal opinion, during the transportation from the hotel to the site, we passed through local areas that are not typically visited on trips, and the local guide provided detailed explanations, allowing me to learn about a side of Hawaii that is not just the tourist spots, which made me happy.
If anyone is considering booking a tour, I would highly recommend it.
今回初めてハナウマ湾を訪れました。
予約前はツアーではなく自力で行くことも検討していましたが、ツアーを申込んで正解でした。
まず、ハナウマ湾は予約制かつとても人気なので入場予約を取ることがそもそも難しいです。
さらに到着後の駐車場は非常に混雑しており、案内も複雑なので英語をそれなりに理解してないと手こずるかと思います。
また入場前に注意事項等の案内がありますがすべて英語で日本語案内などはありませんので、ここも英語に慣れている方でないと内容理解が難しいです。
ツアーを申込むと入場予約を確実に取ることが出来、ホテルから現地までの送迎、日本語での通訳・説明、また入場する際もツアー枠？のおかげか一般の方よりもかなりスムーズに無駄な待ち時間もなく入ることが出来ました。
またシュノーケル自体もガイドの方たちが非常に慣れていて、分かりやすく説明してくださるのでとてもやりやすかったです。
（例えば、スマホを持っていって撮影したいなら事前にロック解除をしといた方がいいですよ、など細かくアドバイスを下さいました）
泳いでる最中も先頭で泳ぐガイドさんの他に後ろできちんと見守ってくださるガイドさんがいらっしゃいます。辛そうにしてる参加者などがいないかしっかり見ていてくださり、魚がたくさんいる場所に手を引いて連れて行ってくれたりしますので安心して参加できます。
私が行った日は風があり波が少し高い日だったので海の中も少し濁っていて、透明度はあまり高くないように感じましたが、それは天候や海の状態なので仕方ないことだと思います。
そんな状態でも楽しかったので行く価値はあると思います。また泳がなくてもハナウマ湾は見てるだけでも美しい海です。
個人的な意見にはなりますが、ホテルから現地までの送迎の際、旅行ではあまり行かないローカルエリアなどを通るのですが、現地ガイドさんがここも細かく説明してくださって観光地としてのハワイではないハワイを知ることが出来たので嬉しかったです。
もしツアー申込みを検討されてる方がいらっしゃればおすすめしたいと思います。
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Parasailing itself was very enjoyable! The view of Hawaii from 150 meters was amazing! However, since there were about 12 people on the shared boat and 6 groups took turns flying, we had to wait on a rather rocky boat due to the strong winds that day. As a result, there were some people who got seasick during the wait. So, motion sickness medication is a must!
パラセーリング自体はとても楽しかったです！
150mから見るハワイの景色は素晴らしかったです！
ただ、12人程度の乗合船で6組が順番に飛ぶため、風が強い日だったこともあり結構揺れる船で待機することになります。 なので途中で船酔いしてしまっていた方がいました。なので酔い止めは必須です！
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I was taken care of six years ago as well. This time, I really appreciate you listening to my request for a change in the return location and taking care of my beginner partner. I truly thank you! I want to go again before I turn 70!
6年前にもお世話になりました。
今回も帰りの、場所の変更も聞いてくださり、初心者のパートナーのケアもして頂き、本当に感謝です！70歳になる前にもう一度行きたいです！
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Awesome crew! This was an amazing and fun experience for my family.
Aloha Missy! Mahalo for taking the time to write us a review and give us a 5 star rating. We truly appreciate it. Surfing on the outrigger canoe is truly an amazing experience for all to know the feeling of riding a wave, no matter your skill level in the surf. We hope to have you back again soon.
It is a memorable day for us, we went to Arizona memorial, bowfin submarine in the morning, we had lunch at the hangers, then visited the battleship. We don’t need to worry about the tickets, shuttle and lunch, all have been arranged well, we have enough time to visit everywhere we like, I highly recommend the trip.
I went parasailing for the first time.
The view of Hawaii was absolutely amazing!!
If you are prone to motion sickness, taking anti-nausea medication is a must!
初めてパラセーリングをしました。
ハワイの景色を一望できてとても最高でした！！
乗り物酔いするかたは酔い止め薬必須です！
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First of all, we passed Hanauma Bay and stopped at the Lanai Lookout, which was an unexpected bonus that I wouldn't have ever seen, being on a work trip with a very brief window to go out on a Sunday. I'm very grateful to him for a joyful trip, the extra stop (thank you!!!!!), and the information he shared en route to Hanauma Bay, about where different creatures may be seen, areas of the bay, types of fish, and even local characters (yes, fish). One of the fish characters (I think a Humuhumu? but I could be wrong) was described as a chihuahua who will pester you if you cross paths, LOL! The bay is simply some of the most beautiful water and fish I've ever snorkeled in the company of. Just incredible. 11/10. Thank you for an amazing experience.
My first parasailing experience. I was nervous, but once I was up, the view was breathtaking. It was over in no time. If you get seasick, you should be careful.
初めてのパラセイリング。ドキドキだったけど、上がってしまえばもう絶景。あっという間でした。船酔いする人は気をつけた方がいいです。
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Awesome crew. Everyone had a great time snorkeling and sailing.
The captain and crew were great and had a good vibe! The foreign passengers I sailed with were also fun, making it a very enjoyable experience! The view from above, looking at Waikiki, was absolutely amazing!
キャプテン、クルーの方、ノリが良くて良かった！
また一緒に乗船した外国人の方もノリが良くて非常に楽しかった！
景色も上空からワイキキを眺められて最高に気持ちよかった！
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Loved the view from above! Gorgeous day on the water
Such a great way to see all of the Pearl Harbor sites! Pick up in Waikiki and all of the tickets included made it very easy. The included lunch was delicious and generous portion size. Our tour guide was very engaged and informative - she called us all her cousins and taught us a lot about Honolulu and Pearl Harbor. Would highly recommend!!
Mahalo for joining us Andrea! Glad you enjoyed your visit. Pearl Harbor experience is emotional and humbling indeed! Take care, Poly Ad Ohana
Earnel was just amazing. We've done lots of tours all over the world, and on an all-day tour like this one, the guide can make or break the tour. Earnel was one of the best we've had.
He was fun, friendly, knowlegeable, and very personable. He treated us all as "ohana" and made sure we had everything we needed to get the most out of this amazing day.
We loved the monuments and the whole tour. We'll definitely recommend it to others!
Hanauma Bay requires a reservation, and it's quite difficult to get there without a rental car. Additionally, there is a video to watch after entering, so it was definitely the right choice for me to join this tour since I only speak Japanese! I didn't see any sea turtles, but I was able to snorkel a lot. By the way, I participated without renting a wetsuit, just wearing a long-sleeved rash guard, but since I also wore a life jacket, I was able to enjoy it safely.
ハナウマ湾は、予約が必要であり、現地へ行くのもレンタカーでないと大変、さらに、入場後のビデオ視聴等もあり、日本語しか話せない私にはこのツアーで行って正解でした！ウミガメは見られなかったですが、たっぷりシュノーケリングすることができました。ちなみに、私はウエットスーツは借りず、上下長袖ラッシュガードで参加しましたが、救命胴衣もつけるので、十分安全に楽しめました。
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Hanauma Bay currently requires a reservation to enter, but this tour does not require advance booking, and we were taken there by a guide. The view of Hanauma Bay from above is stunning, and since access is difficult, I was really glad to be taken there on this tour.
I experienced snorkeling separately and rented a wetsuit for $10. The coral might be prettier in Okinawa, but I was very satisfied to see sea turtles and fish. It seems that getting a Hanauma Bay-specific guide's license is currently difficult, so I think being taken there is a rare opportunity. It was great. Thank you very much.
ハナウマベイは今予約がないと入れないですが、このツアーでは事前予約が不要で、ガイドさんに連れて行ってもらいました。(2023.6.29)
ハナウマベイを上から見る景色が素晴らしく、アクセスが難しいので、このツアーで連れて行ってもらえてすごく良かったです。
シュノーケルは別でウェットスーツを10ドルでつけて体験しました。
サンゴ自体は沖縄の方がきれいかもしれませんが、海ガメや魚が見れてすごく満足しました。
ハナウマベイ専用ガイドの認可を取るのがいま難しいらしく、連れて行ってもらえるのは貴重だと思います。よかったです。ありがとうございました。
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Reading the reviews, it was definitely the right choice to take motion sickness medication. The boat rocked more than I expected and it was a bit scary, but I didn't get seasick.
Even for someone like me who isn't good with thrill rides, I was able to enjoy parasailing!
Also, I thought I would get wet, so I only brought the bare minimum (smartphone, tip, hotel key card, towel), but I wish I had brought my credit card to pay for the optional photo shoot.
口コミを読んで、酔い止めを飲んで行って正解でした。船は思ったより揺れて怖かったですが、酔うことはありませんでした。
絶叫系が苦手な私でも、パラセイリングを楽しむことができました！
また、濡れると思い最低限の荷物(スマホ、チップ、ホテルのカードキー、タオル)しか持っていきませんでしたが、オプションの写真撮影代を支払うためにクレカを持っていけばよかったと思いました。
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It started 30 minutes late due to the rain. But before we knew it, the boat arrived, and we quickly set off into the open sea! For those who get seasick, it's advisable to take some medication because the ride had a lot of floating sensations, haha.
About five groups boarded, and one by one, we were connected for parasailing and soared into the sky. Each group enjoyed about five minutes before being dropped into the sea and collected back onto the boat, haha. Both the time on the boat and during parasailing were so much fun, and it was an amazing experience!
雨が降ってて予定より30分遅れで始まりました。でもあっとゆうまに船の迎えが来てあっとゆうまに沖の方まで出発！
船酔いする人は薬飲んどいたほうがいいくらい浮遊感たっぷりの乗り心地でした笑笑
それから5組くらい乗り込み順番にパラセーリングに繋がれて空へと舞い上がっていき1組5分くらい楽しんだら海へジャボーンと落とされて船へと回収されます笑
船に乗ってる時もパラセーリング中もどっちも楽しくて最高に良い思いです！
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We were quite anxious because we couldn't speak any English, but it was a bit reassuring to see other Japanese people there.
There were a total of five groups boarding, and even though we couldn't communicate well, the crew's vibe made it enjoyable for everyone. We took motion sickness medication, but it was quite bumpy, so if you're sensitive, please make sure you're in good condition!
The view from 150 meters was truly spectacular! The landing when coming down was also fun! I want to go again!
私たちはまったく英語ができないので不安でしたが、他にも日本人がいてちょっと安心
計5組で乗り込み、言葉は通じないながらもクルーのノリもあり皆で楽しめました酔い止めを飲んでいきましたが、かなり揺れるので弱い方は万全の体調で望んでください！
150mからの眺めは本当に絶景です！降りるときの着水も楽しかった～！また行きたいです！
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The scenery at Hanauma Bay was different from what I saw over 30 years ago; it has been beautifully maintained, with strict management including entry restrictions and video presentations of the rules. Thanks to this, the underwater environment was very clear, and I was able to see many fish and even a rare eel that is seldom seen, even by guides.
Although it was a super low tide, which meant I couldn't meet a honu, and I struggled with my goggles and taking breaks, resulting in swallowing seawater multiple times, my guide held my hand the whole time, allowing me to fully enjoy snorkeling! Thank you very much for your great support!
30年以上前に訪れた時のハナウマ湾の光景とは違っていて、綺麗に整備され、入場制限やルールのビデオ上映など、管理も徹底されていました。お陰で？海中はとても綺麗で、たくさんの魚たちやガイドさんでも滅多に見られない？希少なウツボも見ることが出来ました。
スーパー引き潮だったので、ホヌに会えなかったこと、ゴーグルとの相性が悪く、息抜きも下手だったので、何度も海水を飲んじゃいましたが
ガイドさんにずっと手を引いてもらい、無事にシュノーケリングを満喫出来ました！大変お世話になり有難うございました！
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Originally, I was scared and not good at going into places where my feet couldn't reach, but I wanted to try it at least once in my life, so I participated. It was deeper and scarier than I had imagined, but thanks to the instructor who kindly spoke to me and held my hand all the way through, my dream came true. Also, it's better to borrow and wear a wetsuit. My companion was bare-chested, but their back turned red, and the shape of the life jacket straps was imprinted on it (laughs).
元々、足の届かない所に入るのは怖くて苦手でしたが、一生に１度はやってみたいと思い参加。
思っていた以上に深くて怖かったですが、インストラクターの方に優しく声をかけて頂き、最後まで手をつないでリードしてくれたお陰で、夢がかないました。
それとウエットスーツは借りて着用した方がいいですよ。連れは、上半身裸でしたが背中が赤くなり救命胴衣のヒモの形がついていました(笑)
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The captain has a charming personality, so even though we don't speak Japanese, we can manage through feelings! We exchanged videos with a Japanese person♪
日本語は通じませんが愛嬌があるキャプテンなのでフィーリングでなんとかなります！
日本人の方と動画を撮りあって交換しました♪
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The experience was not very good considering the high price. Since it's a submarine, the windows are small and visibility is poor, so I couldn't see much. I didn't really feel like I was diving, but I did feel a bit nauseous. I was hoping to see sea turtles, but unfortunately, I didn't see any.
高い値段の割には体験としてあまり良くなかったです。
潜水艦なので窓が小さく、見通しもよくないのであまり良く見えませんでした。
潜っている実感も特にないですが少し酔います。
ウミガメも見れるかと思ったけど見れず残念
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I couldn't see any sea turtles, but I had plenty of time to enjoy snorkeling, and it was amazing! It was the most satisfying activity I did in Hawaii.
ウミガメは見れませんでしたが、十分な時間シュノーケリングを堪能できて最高でした！
ハワイで行ったアクティビティの中で一番満足度が高かったです。
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It was the day after we arrived in Hawaii, but I was able to walk energetically. The group members were friendly, with an equal mix of Japanese and international participants, and the two guides led us in both Japanese and English, making the hike enjoyable.
ハワイ到着の翌日でしたが、元気に歩けました。
参加メンバーも和気藹々、日本人と海外の方と半々でしたが、ガイドさんお二人が日本語と英語で引率、楽しくハイキング出来ました。
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My husband praises Chieko's ability to take care of my health despite my lack of sleep.
This was my third time participating, and I was able to enjoy snorkeling with peace of mind each time.
Thank you very much. I definitely want to participate again.
寝不足の私の体調にも気配りして下さり、チエコさんの能力を夫は賞賛しております。
今回で3回目の参加でしたが、毎回安心してスノーケリングが楽しめました。
ありがとうございました。
又必ず参加したいと思います。
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This trip was amazing! Dan was patient with my daughter and I not being swimmers and got us comfortable in the water. We had the best time seeing all the beautiful fish and are excited for the next chance we can snorkel! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience! Photo taken by Dan!
Thank you guys, you did. Awesome! Hope we see you again. Dan.
