All Reviews for Waikiki Things to Do

There are many fireworks tours to choose from, and I was unsure, but it was the right choice! We gathered at the Outrigger, which was easy to find. There was a bit of wind, but the night sailing was amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed the fireworks, the full moon, and the night view of Hawaii. Thank you very much! ♪

花火ツアーはいくつもあって、悩みましたが、正解！です。アウトリガーに集合で、わかりやすく、ちょっと風はありましたが、夜のセーリング最高でした！花火に満月にハワイの夜景を満喫できました。ありがとうございました♪

booked this last minute when I learned you needed a ticket to enter diamond head and those offered by the national park system were sold out. I was very pleased with the ease of booking they were on time provided excellent direction on where to meet events if the morning. Highly recommend!

The weather was cloudy with light rain starting partway through, but I was fortunate enough to spot whales three times, seeing their spouts, backs, and tails. It was an English tour, but whenever a whale appeared, someone would shout "Whale! Right?" so it wasn't a problem. I was at the very front of the boat and was thrilled to see turtles and dolphins swimming nearby. However, the boat was quite rocky, so I strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication. I also noticed some people feeling groggy inside the boat.

Additionally, it can be surprisingly cold on the water, so a jacket or a towel is essential. There is a directive to print out a waiver on paper, but it seemed that you could also read a QR code at the reception and respond that way. For those who are not confident in English, I think it would be fine to sign the printed paper and bring it along.

I hope everyone has a great experience!

天候は曇りで途中から小雨が降るなど恵まれませんでしたが、クジラには気付いただけで3回、塩吹き、背中、尾びれまで見ることが出来ました。英語ツアーでしたがクジラがでるとどなたかがWhale！right などと叫ぶので問題なかったです。船の一番前で見ていたところ、カメやイルカが泳ぐのも身近に見れて大満足。ただし、かなり揺れがあったので酔い止めを飲まれることを強くおすすめします。船内でグロッキー状態の方も見かけました。
また海上は意外と寒いので上着やバスタオルなど羽織物も必須です。
なお、宣誓書を紙でプリントアウトしていくよう指示がありますが、当日受付でQRコードを読んで回答してもよいようでした。英語苦手な方は印刷した紙にサインしてお持ちになればよいかと思います。
みなさんの体験がよいものでありますように

Highly recommend this evening out . The captain and his first mate are absolutely professional and also a lot of fun. We felt very looked after and safe on the adventure . The wind was pretty rough and the sea was the same but they did an excellent job ensuring our safety and comfort.

Cheers to the crew and the sunset experience.

Would recommend to anyone .
Thank you

The weather could have been better but we made the most of it.
The cruise had free flowing drinks and staff were great fun.

Twenty years ago, when I boarded, it was cramped and fully booked... The windows were small and hard to see out of, but this time I read in the reviews that the sea is clearer in the morning, so I made a reservation for the early morning. There happened to be only six of us on board... It felt like we had the place to ourselves, and my family was happy.

20年前に乗船した時は狭いし、満席で…
窓も小さくて見難かったけれど、今回は口コミを読んで朝の方が海が濁っていないとしり、朝イチで予約。
乗船したのが、たまたま6人だけで…ゆったり貸切気分で過ごせました。家族も喜んでいました。

The guides for this tour are all American, so if you don't understand English, you won't be able to enjoy it 100%. There is a Japanese audio guide available, but the guides tell a lot of jokes, so understanding them will enhance your experience.
The submarine is anchored offshore, and you will take a shuttle boat to get there. There are restrooms on the shuttle boat, so please take care of that before boarding.
At a depth of 30 meters, you can see the wreckage of fighter planes and sunken ships. Fortunately, we were lucky enough to see a sea turtle swimming above the sunken ship. The course lasts 40 minutes, but it goes by in no time. It seems that the sea is less murky in the morning.

このツアーのガイドはすべてアメリカ人なので、英語がわからないと100%は楽しめません。日本語オーディオガイドがありますが、ガイドの話はジョークが多いので、それがわかるともっと楽しめます。
潜水艦は沖に停泊しており、そこまでシャトルボートで向かいます。トイレはシャトルボートにあるので、乗り込む前に済ませておいてください。
水深30mmで潜ると、戦闘機の残骸や沈没船が見れます。今回ラッキーなことにウミガメが沈没船の上を泳いでいました。40分のコースですが、あっという間に終了します。午前中の方が海は濁ってないみたいです。

The captain and his helper were very kind and welcoming.
They could have explained the sitting stance 2 x to make sure the kids understood but besides that We all had an amazing time and we will definitely come back to you guys on our next trip out.

- Mahalo

On the last day of our stay, we booked a VIP backstage tour without explaining the details to my wife (just that there would be a buffet and hula dancing) and checked in on time. We were welcomed with leis and spent a little time with our guide, Alexis, who provided clear and friendly explanations in English before being taken to the Green (VIP) room. We enjoyed a welcome drink of sparkling wine and took a commemorative photo. There were snacks like cheese, but we only had a little since we were saving room for the buffet later.

After that, we went on the backstage tour. We even got to go on stage before the audience arrived, experiencing things from the performers' perspective. When we returned to our seats, the luau buffet began. There were some groups seated, but it seemed like the audience was only about half full (only the tables in front of the two entrances were occupied). We also received a ticket for an additional drink, so I had a second Blue Hawaii, which was delicious—highly recommended!

Hawaiian songs and hula performances took place next to our table, and at the end, there was a customary invitation for guests to join in the dance. I recommend giving it a try! The luau featured roast beef and whole roasted pig, which were very tasty. My wife said she wished she could have eaten more of the roasted pig. Our guide's words, "Eat until you're full and be happy," were definitely put into practice.

Afterward, we moved to the theater for showtime. The VIP seats were in the front row center, allowing us to feel the energy of the show up close. We enjoyed performances from a slightly grown Elvis and a smaller Michael, along with hula and fire dancing, without getting bored. The fire dance was particularly impressive, and we could feel the heat from the flames—so thrilling! My wife was extremely excited about the fire dance.

We were told that as long as we didn't use flash, we could take photos and videos on stage, which was a nice surprise. After the show, we were sent off by Elvis and Michael, and we had a truly enjoyable time, feeling fulfilled both in our stomachs and hearts. Mahalo!

When we came out after the show, it was past 9 PM. Considering the four hours we spent, I think this tour offers great value for the price (especially when you think about the cost of a steak dinner!).

滞在最終日にバックステージツアー付きVIPで予約し、家内には内容詳しく説明しない（ビュッフェ付きでフラダンス見れるよ。だけ）で時間にチェックイン。
レイの歓迎をされ、ガイドのアレクサスさん（？）のフランクで分かりやすい英語の説明や会話で少し時間をつぶして、グリーン（VIP）ルームにご案内。
スパークリングワインのWelcomeドリンク＆記念写真を撮っていただきます。
チーズなどのおつまみもありましたが、この後のビュッフェのため少しだけいただきます。
その後、バックステージなどのツアーです。
まだお客さん入っていないステージの上にもあがれ、演者の視点なども体験。
席に戻って、ルアウビュッフェの開始。団体さんも席についてますが、入りは半分くらい？（２か所ある手前のテーブルのみ）
ドリンクも追加１杯のチケットついてたので、２杯目はブルーハワイをいただきましたが、これ美味しい～♪お勧めですよ♪
テーブル脇でハワイアンソングとフラが行われ、最後は恒例（？）お客様を招いて一緒にダンス。挑戦するのもお勧めしま～す♪
ルアウにはローストビーフや豚の丸焼きなどあり、大変おいしかったです。
家内は豚の丸焼きもっと食べたかったと言うくらい。ガイドさんの「お腹いっぱいになってHappyになってね。」を実践しました。
その後劇場に移動してショータイム。
VIP席は最前列中央で熱気満々のショーを肌で感じられます。
ちょっと成長気味のエルビスとちょっと小振りのマイケルのステージとフラ、ファイヤーダンスなど飽きること無く見れます。
特にファイヤーダンスは火の暑さも感じられ、迫力満点！
家内はファイヤーダンスが凄い！と興奮しまくりでした。
ステージは写真もビデオもフラッシュたかなければ、「内緒だけどOK。止めに来れないでしょ？」って説明受けました。
ステージ後はエルビス、マイケルにお見送りされ大変楽しい時間を過ごせ、お腹も心も満たされました。マハロ～♪
ステージ終わって出てきたら２１時過ぎ、４時間を過ごしての値段であればコスパ良い（ステーキディナーの値段を考えればお値打ちですよ～！）といえるツアーだと思います。

It was a comfortable catamaran boat. It was a bit small, but we were able to see several whales swimming perfectly. Thanks to our cheerful guide, we really enjoyed the cruise.

快適なカタマランボートでした。やや小ぶりでしたが、何頭かの鯨が泳ぐ姿もバッチリ。陽気なガイドさんのおかげでクルーズもenjoy出来ました。

We took a trip to Hawaii to celebrate our 37th wedding anniversary. It was both of our first time visiting Hawaii. My wife has been learning hula dancing in Japan, so she was looking forward to the hula dance show. Among the many shows available, we chose the Rock-a-Hula show because it seemed the most exciting and lively.

After checking in, we began a tour of the backstage area. Along with a couple from Saitama who were of similar age, we enjoyed some snacks with our welcome drinks while chatting. The dancer who guided us (I recognized her later when she performed in the show) explained various aspects of the show’s behind-the-scenes. As we looked at the costumes and dressing rooms used in the show, we felt excited for the performance that was about to begin.

Before the show started, we had dinner with an abundance of food that left us completely full. During the intermission, my wife eagerly participated in a hula dance lesson, showcasing the results of her practice.

Finally, the show began. Our seats were right in the center of the front row. After the opening hula dance, a slightly heavier Elvis and Michael showcased some impressive dance moves. The show featured a wonderful female singer with an amazing voice, stunning dancers, and powerful fire dancing by the male dancers, leading up to a grand finale. The show lasted a good amount of time, and we enjoyed every moment. On our way out, we took photos with all the performers, creating wonderful memories for our anniversary.

　結婚37周年の記念日に合わせたハワイ旅行でした。夫婦ともに初めてのハワイ旅行です。妻は日本でフラダンスを習っているので、フラダンスショーは楽しみにしていました。数あるショーの中で、一番盛り上がって楽しそうなショーだったので、ロック・ア・フラショーを選択しました。
　受付を済ませると、バックヤード見学の案内が始まりました。埼玉からお見えになった同年代のご夫婦と一緒に、ウエルカムドリンクでおつまみを食べながら、談笑していると、案内人のダンサー（後からショーで踊っていらしたのをみて、それとわかりました）の方が、いろいろとこのショーの舞台裏を説明してくださいました。ショーで使われる衣装や楽屋を見ながら、これから始まるショーにわくわくしました。
　ショーが始まる前のディナーでは、食べきれないほどの料理でおなかいっぱいになり、合間のフラダンスレッスンには、妻が率先して参加し、日頃の練習の成果を見せつけていました。
　いよいよショーが始まりました。席は最前列のど真ん中です。オープニングのフラダンスのあと、ちょっと太めのエルビスとマイケルが、なかなか切れのあるダンスを見せてくれました。素晴らしい歌声の女性シンガーとスタイル抜群のダンサーたちのショー、男性ダンサーの迫力あるファイアーダンスと続き、フィナーレを迎えました。ショーの時間もたっぷりあり、最後まで楽しませていただきました。帰りには出演者の皆さんと写真を撮らせてもらい、結婚記念日の良い思い出になりました。

everyone i brought on the boat was so satisfied with the experience. we all had so much fun and the staff was very kind and friendly! (and the drinks were amazing :))

Best experience EVER!!!! The music was amazing, the drinks were good, and the boat was spacious!

You can choose the height and splash options! However, when I went, no one asked me anything, so if you have a specific request, you need to say it directly (English only).

They took photos from the boat for $40, and it was worth it! I really enjoyed it! Although I intended to buy them, it was also a great memory to have someone from the next group record a video for me on my phone. We were both asking each other to take turns taking pictures.

Some people brought their phones up, so if you want to take photos up there, it's good to have a waterproof case! I was too scared to bring mine up in case I dropped it.

It was incredibly beautiful and fun! The atmosphere was very nice, and it felt friendly and cheerful.

It would be great to do this on a sunny day, and it might be even better at sunset! 😊

高さや水ポチャも選べる！とありましたが、行っても何も聞かれなかったので、もし絶対これがいい！などリクエストがあれば直接言う必要があります。（英語のみ対応）
船上から写真を撮ってくれて40$でしたが、買って損はなし！良かったです！
買うつもりではいたものの、携帯で次の組の人に、動画を回しておいてもらったのも良い思い出です。結構お互いお願いします〜っと言った感じで撮りあってました
携帯を持って上に上がる方もいましたので、上で写真撮りたい方は、防水ケースがあると良いです！
私は落としたら怖すぎたので、持っては上がりませんでした。

すっごく綺麗で、楽しかったです！
雰囲気も非常によく、和気藹々とした感じでした

晴天でやっても良いですし、夕暮れにやっても最高かもしれません☺️

We were able to see whales safely, although we were a bit far away. However, the wind was strong and the waves were high, causing the boat to rock a lot. By the time we reached the whale watching point, the situation was quite tough, and honestly, it felt like we couldn't focus on seeing the whales at all. Those who don't get seasick seemed to be having a great time, but I think it's essential for those who are prone to motion sickness to take medication.

少し離れたところからではありましたが、無事にクジラは見れました。ただ風が強く、波も高かったので船がすごく揺れました。クジラが見れるポイントについた時にはかなり辛い状況で、正直クジラを見るどころではない感じでした。船酔いしない人は楽しそうにしてましたが、酔いやすい人は酔い止め必須だと思います。

After watching the sunrise at Diamond Head, I returned to the hotel to change and then participated in the 10:30 whale watching tour. I thought I might not see any whales since it was only a two-hour trip, but I was able to see whales multiple times, although they were a bit distant on either side of the boat. It was also thanks to being on the boat that I could see Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach! It was cloudy, so it wasn't a concern, but on a sunny day, it would be wise to apply sunscreen thoroughly (the wind is strong, so hats can fly away). One point to note is that the announcements were only in English, and it was a bit unclear that I needed to sign a waiver before boarding, but other than that, I was really satisfied.

ダイヤモンドヘッドの朝日を見て、ホテルに帰って着替えてから、10時半のホエールウォッチングに参加しました。
2時間なので見えないかもと思っていましたが、船の左右で少し離れてはいましたが何度も鯨を見ることができました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキビーチが見えるのも船に乗ったからこそ！
曇り空だったので気になりませんでしたが、快晴なら日焼け止めをしっかり塗ったほうが良さそう。（風が強いので帽子は飛んでいきます）
ただ一点、英語のアナウンスのみのため、補償契約を乗船前に書かなくてはいけないのが分かりづらかったけど、それ以外は本当に満足でした。

It was so much fun! When coming down, I dipped my butt in the sea a bit, then they lifted me up a little, and after that, I was collected by the boat. I felt reassured because I wasn't dropped completely into the sea!

めちゃ楽しかったです！降りてくるときにお尻くらいは海につけて、また少し上げてくれて、それからボートに回収される感じでした。がっつり海に落とすようなことはないので安心でしたね！

We enjoyed the trip. The staff were helpful, friendly and fun.
We saw loads of sea turtles and enjoyed the sailing out there.
The trip was great for all ages and the equipment was good quality.
We would go again!

The crew was nice. The cost was to include 3 Mai Tais. Whatever they served us was not Mai Tais. They didn’t look or taste like Mai Tais, no juices or dark rum.
We had fun but they need to improve the drinks and actually provide Mai Tais not something they concocted with white rum
And ginger ale. What we got was not what we paid for.

We were a group of 11, and everyone voted this the best activity of our time in Waikiki.
Book early in your trip, as we were rescheduled due to the weather, to ensure that we had the best experience and visibility.
Boarding from Waikiki Beach is so convenient and meant we didn't have to spend time and money getting to the harbour.
Crew were great fun and helped to guide the group to turtle sightings.
Drinks are included!

Definitely a beautiful hike (workout) lol love the scenery. Just wish waterfall was bigger but amazing

Good value, tour guides very nice and knowledgeable, made sure everyone was safe and pointed out the sea turtles. The water was a bit murky that day but we still got to see a lot of fish and some sea turtles. The only part I didn’t like was at the end the guide threw crackers into the water to attract fish so we could get a better view of the fish. This seems like it would be bad for the fish and not sustainable.

I never tried scuba diving and I can't swim well so I was worried but the scuba diving team was amazing.
They were very attentive and helped each diver in the group to ensure we had a great time in the water. The lagoon is in the city very close to Waikiki Beach but not crowded. It is a beautiful and quiet place. It felt very safe.
We saw corals and many different fish and we got a few short videos of the experience as part of the tour.
If you are looking for a safe introduction to scuba diving this guided diving tour is definitely a great choice.

I had a great time snorkelling in Honolulu.
I can't swim but thanks to Scott I managed to enjoy the experience.
The Magic Island Lagoon is a safe and beautiful place.
I really enjoyed the activity.

After deciding to go to Hawaii, I was asked to go fishing, so I made a reservation here. Although they didn't speak Japanese, we managed to communicate since it was fishing. I was worried about seasickness, but I didn't experience any at all. During our trip, we didn't catch many fish overall, but my son caught three small ones and released them. Although we couldn't eat them, my son was very satisfied to be able to fish in the beautiful sea.

ハワイに行くと決まってから、釣りがしたいとお願いされ、こちらを予約しました。
日本語は通じませんが、釣りですので、何とかなりました。
心配していた船酔いも全くなかったです。
魚は参加した回は全体的にあまり釣れずでしたが、息子は小さめを3匹釣り、リリースしました。
食べることは出来ませんでしたが、息子は綺麗な海で釣りが出来、大満足でした。

The check-in was quick and painless. The boat was very clean & had a bathroom (which we didn’t need.) The crew gave each passenger a small bottle of water. The crew was friendly and they had great music onboard. It was a beautiful morning on the water and the sailing was smooth. Sadly, we didn’t see any whales, but understandably, that can’t be controlled. They did offer us a second trip at no cost, which I feel is the best they can do! I loved the size of the boat the most. It’s big enough to manage the sea, but not so large you feel lost in the passenger count. If you want a wonderful morning on the water, don’t hesitate to book.

This activity is so much fun! Round trip it took about 2 hours from getting on to getting off the boat, so it's perfect if you're looking for a quick boat ride while in Waikiki. The fireworks show were great and the perfect start or ending to a Friday night. The crew we had was amazing - very quick bar service, very stiff drinks, and they were the most helpful and fun! You can tell I was having a good time by the attached photo lol. FYI you will get a bit wet if you choose to sit on the catamaran's net seating at the front, but the boat is very comfortable and everyone had a good view from anywhere they were seated while the fireworks were going on. Also FYI they don't let the sails down during this night boat trip. Definitely recommend for just an easygoing and cool experience.

I purchased the Rock-A-Hula Luau Dinner with Green Room VIP Package as part of an early Valentines trip to the Island of Oahu. We are a couple who have been to each of the main Hawaiian Islands and look for unique experiences each place we travel. We have participated in other Luau's in Hawaii and similar other events in other places we have traveled. Upon arrival we were greeted with flower lei's. Then had Champagne and appetizers in the Green Room which had furnishings from Elvis's home. Cameron the manager who gave us the tour was very informative and could tell he had a passion for the production and the crew. The entire staff was very friendly and welcoming and during dinner came around and performed various songs, dances, and even did a "Hula Lesson" for anyone who wanted to participate. The food and drinks were very good as well. Following Dinner we went back to the main theatre for the show which was a good blend of history and entertainment. We appreciated the screens showing the history and how it coordinated with the entertainment on stage. Overall the Green room/Backstage tour experience was very good and we are glad to have opted for this option but also would recommend just the dinner and show experience.

It was my first time parasailing, and I had a really fun time. I also requested photos and received some great pictures. We rode on a small boat with a few other groups to go out to sea, so while others were experiencing it, we had to wait on the boat, which made the time on the boat quite long. I had heard from previous participants that there was a possibility of seasickness, so I took motion sickness medication beforehand and enjoyed it without feeling sick. I think it's essential for those who are prone to motion sickness. Other than that, it was an incredibly fun and amazing time.

初めてのパラセイリングでしたがとても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
写真もお願いしてとてもいい写真をいただきました。
何組かと合同で小さい船に乗って沖まで出るので、他の方が体験している間は船で待っていることになり、かなり船に乗っている時間が長いです。事前に参加した方から船酔いする可能性あると聞いていたので酔い止めを事前に飲んで、特に酔うこともなく楽しめました。おそらく乗り物に弱い方は酔い止め必須だと思います。
それ以外は、とてもとても楽しく最高な時間でした。

We participated in the 11:30 session. There were seven of us in total, including the three of us and two pairs of friends who joined. It was great that we could fly as a group of three.

The weather was nice, and we enjoyed the stunning views. It was our first experience, and at first, there were parts that felt a bit scary, but as we got used to it, the height didn't bother us much.

If you pay an additional $40, you can receive dozens of photo data on an SD card (they can also transfer it on the spot if you have an iPhone). I recommend this for those who want to keep memories of themselves enjoying parasailing.

11:30の回に参加。我々３人と、二人連れ２組の計７人でボートに乗り込みました。我々は３人で飛べたのでよかったです。

天気がよかったこともあり、絶景を満喫しました。初めての体験で、最初は少し怖かった部分もありましたが、慣れてくると高さはあまり気になりません。

追加で$40を支払うと数十枚の写真データをSDカードでもらえます（iPhoneでればその場で転送もしてくれます）。パラセイリングを楽しんでいる自分たちの姿を残しておきたい方にはオススメです。