Such a unique and amazing experience! Greg is amazing, so knowledgeable. The telescope is so cool…read more The stars look like diamonds. I learned a lot about the constellations . This is a great experience for kids and adults. I highly recommend!

Rating is partly my fault but the complete lack of communication from their side is irritating. I…read moreemailed and called and left a voicemail and got nothing back. Enjoy my money, I guess.

Did the UTV tour today and our tour guides K and Mike are amazing!!! They made our tour so fun and…read moreeducational.

My husband and I did the 2 hour UTV tour while on vacation in Oahu. Our tour guides were Harley and…read moreDavid. Both were very nice and informative. David was our main guide and we discovered he is from the area we are from. He was an amazing guide and made the experience a 10/10. He brought the adventure and energy part of the tour.

I highly recommend Dolphin Excursions Hawaii because the team who operates it are highly organized,…read morethoughtful, experienced, intelligent, friendly, and helpful. They do their utmost best to address any needs and answer questions during the entire time. Plus, with their knowledge of the area, we spotted dolphins, a whale, a rare Hawaiian Monk Seal (who actually surfaced to watch us). During our two dives, we even swam near beautiful turtles. Our guide, Morgan, was especially fabulous! Big gratitude to him and to the rest of the crew who help make such a positively memorable experience!

Excellent day with Dolphin Excursions! We swam with turtles, pilot whales and spotted dolphins. The…read moreall female crew were professional marine biologists who explained the marine life and safety precautions. They went out of their way to take care of our every need/want. Strongly recommend an excursion with them!

This cruise was amazing for my family. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. As we set out to…read morefind spinner dolphins which they found, the staff explained to us about the island and its culture. They danced for us and played great music . The captain (Danny) was trying her best to find a great place to snorkel which she found . The lunch (turkey sandwich) was really good. They served water, lemonade and had drinks for sale as well. I would definitely recommend this trip and company. Aloha

My wife and I had an amazing boat tour experience from start to finish. We were picked up in…read moreWaikīkī and taken to the Wai'anae Small Boat Harbor, which made everything convenient and easy. They also offer a military discount, which we really appreciated. Once we got out on the water, the experience was unforgettable. We swam with colorful fish and sea turtles, saw dolphins, and even got to see false killer whales. It was truly a great day out at sea. The crew was exceptional: Capt. Dani, Ben, Faavae, Kania, Roxanne, Kirra, Bernard, and Keely all made the trip special. Keely deserves a special shout-out! The crew provided educational facts, acted as lifeguards, served food and drinks, and even danced, making the whole experience fun, safe, and memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an incredible ocean adventure in Hawai'i. Great service, beautiful wildlife, and an outstanding crew!

It was a very delightful sunset sail! The captains and the…read morerest of the crew were so wonderful! The food and drinks were delish! We spotted a family of dolphins along the way. We had a great time!

Our family had a great time sailing and snorkeling. Jake and the rest of the crew were so friendly…read more The food and drinks were delicious. We bought the fish food and it was worth it. We saw lots of fish and pods of dolphins.

Easy to book with many time slots to choose from and very good response as we were running late and…read moreneeded to get on a later tour. Informative and fun, not as much sea life as we hoped to see but was still a beautiful trip. Jim and Kiko were great hosts!

This was a beautiful ocean cruise experience. I loved seeing the Waikiki shore line and Diamond…read morehead in all its glory. I loved seeing to support local and this place is a wonderful start. The staff Brandon and another gentleman, were lovely hosts. Topping is optional but there is a Venmo code and a tip jar for cash.

Here we are vacationing in Waikiki and my brother posts on my FB page that there will be an…read moreincredible Geminids meteor shower tomorrow night and we need to watch it! Being from Chicago where the only stars in the sky are the twinkling lights of planes lined up for landing at O'Hare, we decided we had to do this. Lo and behold, we found Astro-Tours online and one phone call from our concierge later, we were booked for the following night. Ray Young is the owner of Astro-Tours and also the owner of an enormous telescope as well as several smaller but also very powerful telescopes and binoculars. Ray runs his business out of his house which is located at one of the highest points of the island, 1100 feet, and where he has a separate small observatory in his back yard, complete with a retractable ceiling that opens to the stars. On the night we went for our astro-tour, we were told that Ray would call two hours ahead to let us know if we were still "on" because he will only do a tour if it is a clear night. On this particular night Ray called and told us we were still on because of the meteor showers, but to expect intermittent cloud cover due to strong trade winds, and that we would need to dress for cold weather. We arrived at 8pm, his normal scheduled star-gazing time. Ray met us along with two other groups of people. We were led to his back yard where, using a very strong laser pointer, Ray showed us the primary constellations and explained how they rotated in relation to the earth, and also talked about some new nebulas and finally, about the meteor shower that was occurring that night. From there we all went into the observatory where we viewed Jupiter from Ray's 12 inch Maksutov Gassegrain telescope. Ray also had other telescopes and binoculars set up for us to view the seven sisters, the new nebula, orion's cluster, and some other interesting stars. From there we went to the yard where Ray had viewing mats and binoculars set up in the yard. We laid down, pointed our eyes and binoculars up, and prepared to watch for meteor showers and to revisit the stars we had seen. We immediately did see several meteors and they were breathtaking. And it was incredible to see so many stars- Ray's instruments are so powerful, it is hard to see the regular constellatons because you can see so many other stars among them :-). We particularly loved looking at Jupiter from the powerful telescope, you could see the bands around the planet as well as the circulating moons!. I was also able to see several meteors showering across the sky both through the binoculars as well as with the naked eye. It was amazing. During times when there was cloud cover, Ray went inside and made hot chocolate for us, and he also served us fresh baked pineapple pie, something we'd never had before. Both were delicious! Overall, we had a fabulous time, although I have to admit I started getting tired early so we did not stay the entire time (which is until 2AM!) When we left there was still a group of girls there who had brought a lot of bedding as well as popcorn and the like. My advice to anyone going there is to disregard whatever weather is by your place and prepare for strong winds and cold weather. Considering we were lying on the ground, despite Ray's kindly providing us with large mats the size of blankets to lie on, I wished I'd brought a pair of warm gloves and a sweater in addition to the sweatshirt I was already wearing. I would have also brought a blanket and especially a pillow to lay on while looking up at the sky! I highly recommend this trip if you want to do something different and informal and if like us, there is little chance of your seeing the stars from your house! Ray is a fabulous host and we will look for him when we come back!!

I honestly have no words for how much we loved our Tour of the Stars with Ray. He is kind,…read moreknowledgeable & patient as you wrap your head around the infinite universe before you. To have a private tour on his observation deck is worth well beyond the small fee & it's truly wonderful Ray has decided to spend his free time doing this. Without a doubt we will be back next time we are on Oahu.

Went to the three activities. Really enjoyed the train the most. Although to garden was gorgeous…read more Loved the lily pond. The shopping center is huge. There is food, souvenirs , clothing and so many people. It sprinkles quite a bit here compared to other parts but it's a nice warm rain. They even have a Hawaiian Sanrio section. All in all a fun family adventure.

This is a touristy locale well worth the visit if you've never been - complete with history of the…read moreDole family and the beginning of tropical fruit we in the US handle come to know - plus the train around the property - the gorgeous floras and fauna and the delish dole whip!!!!! Lots of history and learning along with fun and food! We enjoyed our visit and feel you will too!!!

If I remember correctly, our driver's name was Neo and our guide was Ryan. We went on the grand…read moretour--I don't remember if it was 16 or 20 stops, but it was a wonderful trip! The biggest highlights for us were the Byodo-In Temple and the Dole Plantation. We were originally going to drive ourselves to these places, but we were so glad we ran into the vendors on the street instead. Some of the stops didn't quite meet our expectations, but for the price (especially with the discount), it was well worth it. However, the real heartbeat of the tour wasn't even the sites--it was Neo and Ryan. They are incredibly knowledgeable about the island, and their presentation was filled with heartwarming honesty, real facts, and no sugar-coating. They made sure to include everyone in the conversation, which showed such genuine care for the guests. We absolutely loved them and would tour with them again on any other adventures. I highly recommend taking a tour with Neo and Ryan--they will absolutely make your time worthwhile! Love from L. T. and family.

Shout out to U'ilani & King Mike. Funny crowd work to keep people engaged and active. Very…read moreknowledgable and stayed on time without feeling rushed. I would definitely rebook with Nui if this dynamic duo was hosting the tour. Great deal on GroupOn Full island adventure packaged in a day trip around Oahu and getting to be passenger princess. Lovely bday trip adventure. Def recommend!

Magical Train Ride Adventure!…read more We absolutely loved our experience on the historic Hawaiian Railway -- such a unique and beautiful way to explore Oahu's west side! From start to finish it was pure aloha vibes and family fun! Prices: Standard train ride tickets were around $18 for adults and $13 for kids (ages 2-12) (kids under 2 are free!), and we felt it was worth every penny for the experience and memories! Parking & Arrival: There's plenty of free parking right at the train station, which made arriving super easy and stress-free. We got there a little early to soak in the atmosphere before departure! Hours & Tour Times: The train runs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays with departures like 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, plus a couple of other times depending on the day -- perfect for planning your afternoon. Length & Route: The whole ride is about 90 minutes round-trip, slowly chugging through scenic parts of Oahu's Leeward coast with beautiful views of the ocean and mountains. The narration from the guide made the ride even more interesting! Stops & Fun: One of the best parts was the ice cream stop in Ko Olina -- we all hopped off for a cool treat at a little plaza and waved to neighbors along the way! Photo Ops Everywhere: There were so many spots perfect for photos -- seaside views, cute vintage train cars, and open-air seating made for great candid shots! Plus, we barely saw anyone else there during our ride, so it felt like we had the whole adventure to ourselves. Tips: * Arrive early to grab good seats and explore the train yard * Bring a camera (or phone!) -- the scenery is AMAZING * Don't forget a little extra cash for ice cream! Overall: This was one of our favorite experiences on Oahu -- kid-friendly, super scenic, and just plain fun. We're already talking about going back again next time!

We were really disappointed with this experience. The ride is far too long for young children and…read moresimply isn't engaging enough to hold their attention. The advertised ice cream stop is just a stop at a local shopping plaza, where you're directed to buy ice cream from the ABC Store. It didn't feel like a special attraction at all. If you're expecting scenic ocean views, temper your expectations. We only caught two brief glimpses of the water. The majority of the ride passes through overgrown brush, a shopping cart graveyard, and several homeless encampments. Overall, it felt like a waste of both our time and money. Unfortunately, we wouldn't recommend it, especially for families with young children.