Haunted Lagoon

I just got home from the Haunted Lagoon and couldn't wait to write my review. It was a lot better than I expected. A lot of friends didn't want to go because of the price and things they heard from other people but I'm glad I didn't let their negative comments keep me from experiencing the haunted lagoon for myself. Truthfully though, I would not have gone if they didn't have their offer on Hot Deals Hawaii. We waited an hour and a half but I think it was worth the wait. I liked that they had a video showing around the middle of the line. It was pretty humorous and kept our spirits up. I also loved that they had 2 haunted houses that we had to go through before reaching the lagoon ride. The first haunted house was pretty freaky, thanks to the 3D glasses they had us put in. The glasses blurred our vision a little, adding to the horror effect. The 2nd haunted house was right before the lagoon and wasn't as scary as the 1st but definitely got us in the mood to be scared. The lagoon itself was awesome. The special effects were great and the ghouls and ghosts were really good. All I can say is..be ready to get wet. Don't bother sitting in the middle just because you don't want to get wet because you will no matter what. You might as well sit in the front and on the sides so you can get the most out of the ride. I'm not a fan of the ride to and back from PCC but haha..that's kind of beyond their control :PI almost forgot to to add: I think part of the reason why it seemed scarier to me than some other haunted houses and what not..is because the ghosts and ghouls would actually touch you..in the maze and on the lagoon ride. I've always thought they weren't allowed to touch you and that's what keeps me from being super freaked out...didn't quite work that way this time -__- lol

This was the first year going to this event, and I must say, WoW! I didn't know there was such thing on Oahu! It's kinda like a Disney ride right here in paradise.I don't know about the other years, but this year, there was a dance performance by, I believe 24/7 dance, and then after that you go through a 3D maze. I got freaked out by the first character! It was a small boy and he was just...there! Then you walk over to get on a boat to ride through the lagoon. So many spooks, scares, and thrills. I thought it was well done! My driver of the boat sucked. We kept getting stuck or running into trees. But other than that it was fun. TIP: WEAR BLACK. You will get dirty since the water is dirty. And yes, you WILL get wet. LoL. Yelp 365 Challenge #62/365

First of all: I'm a scaredy cat.Second of all: I don't like things to jump out at me.Third of all: I can't believe I went.So this was my VERY FIRST time going to Haunted Lagoon. Because I'm a 'fraidy cat I don't really voluntarily go to these things. I had an opportunity to go with a large group so I figured I could suck it up and experience it...at least once.Don't want to give anything away...so here's my review the best I can.According to my tour person, it has been toned down from last year, slightly, to make it more family friendly. For people waiting in line, there's a little video that tells the story of the Lady of Laie and gives you "the rules". If you fast pass it, you kinda miss the pre-video and you may see a little of it.Well, as for rules: No cursing (so watch those potty mouths!) I had to apologize because the word "shit" came out of my mouth....only once though. No Cameras or Videos - in my experience at theme parks, flashes will mess up the DARKNESS parts of the show and may affect your viewing pleasure. I forget the other rules but there were a couple more...Oh, No Touching the people/monsters/props, etc.So you get in a canoe and are whisked away through the darkness. I have no idea how these guys navigate in the dark but it was super cool. Yes, things jumped out at us and I screamed. but mostly I laughed because I was having fun. The noises are spooky and the lady creeped me out. There were a few surprises and things that you don't expect.Totally different than my initial expectation and I have to say it was very enjoyable. Even for a 'fraidy cat like me. I would definitely do it again....but only with a group!31 Day Yelp Challenge - 15/31

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHWent with my little sister to the Haunted Lagoon this year and that was what it was like, sitting next to me on the boat. Of course I made my sister sit on the outside part so the zombies in the water would have to go through her to get to me....but alas, she did not protect me. Those monsters in the water jump up on the side of the boat to freakout people from any distance. I feel bad for the poor stranger sitting to my right because there were a few times there when I realized I had shoved against him trying to avoid a dripping dead guy who was up on the side of the boat staring into my eyes and breathing on me....and I didn't even say sorry.The tickets are by no means cheap but this was the scariest and most well-done haunted event I've ever seen. They have special effects that literally blew my mind and scared me senseless.Tips for a good experience:***Try to find a groupon deal if you can***Get there 45 minutes before it opens and get in line. We did that and while we had to wait in line for 45 minutes, when it opened we got right in. Otherwise you wait for hours. Either that or pay the extra $15/ticket to get the fast pass***Don't be discouraged by the silly 3D haunted house at the beginning. While it's cute b/c all the actors are little kids, it's not the main event. You waited in a huge line for the haunted lagoon and it won't disappoint!#Yelp 100 Challenge: Review #9/100

I had a opportunity to check out PCC's Haunted Lagoon for the 4th time(been every year since opening), and although I told myself I wouldn't wait in line again, since I got a bunch of free tickets we decided to check it out. They are still charging a lot for parking. So trust me park in the neighborhood and walk one block for free. Had tons of parking on the Friday night. (no problems parking here 55-407 Naniloa Loop)So not to spoil anything but this years Haunted Lagoon ride has added some new editions. Sure the line is twice as long(at least on sneak preview day) but you'll also enjoy a new storyline plot about the mystery of the Laie lady (playing on screens while you wait in line) as well as a brand new haunted house. The Haunted house isn't anything amazing but it might be as 1/2 as good as what you would find at Nightmares Live or other paid haunted house. This new haunted house uses a lot of lighting and colors and you'll need to put on some 3D type glasses. Expect to see PCC trying to sell you as much things as possible while they keep you trapped in line. So if your looking to save money be sure to bring your own candy, food, water,drinks, ponchos or jacket and they have tons of glow sticks and flashy lights(that the kids will really be dying to have parents). If your not digging the super long lines(we waited 2 hrs on opening day) I would suggest purchasing the Fast Pass(they were on sale at Play Hawaii for 25$). From what I could tell there was almost no wait whatsoever but if they continue selling the Fast Passes for only 5$ more then reg then expect both fast pass & reg lines to take even longer.The ride itself is pretty similar to previous years, yes you will get wet(so advised to bring a waterproof bag or at least jacket to protect your valuables) and the overall route is pretty much the same. I can't say they have any major notable changes other then a little bit more sound affects(fireworks!!). Overall like I've said in previous years, if this is your first time then go and give it a try. If you've been before or more importantly don't like waiting in super long lines then I would say skip it. Still the Haunted Lagoon is probably the best single Haunted activity during the season but the long drive, long lines, major up selling by PCC all bring down the overall rating.

Awesomeness... It seems like they go different every year... They added 2 haunted houses this year and I must say they both were awesome... The lagoon itself, had a great time... Screamed, laughed, enjoyed... I'm a kamaaina pass holder, my family as well so i wanted to experience both lines so first I did the general pass since it comes free... The wait was about 2 hours but I recommend come early like 4:00 and have dinner at the restaurant so you'll be filled and ready to go... The general line had it's perks, you got to hear the story, get spooked in line and laugh at those who gets scared of the walking characters... Made some friends while waiting and shared stories after it was all done...On the other hand, I did the fast pass the next day with some friends and the experience wasn't the same... We missed the story, the whole interaction and the pace was set so fast (cause we went on a Saturday)... I mean we moved through the line so fast that we got in and out within an hour... We got out so fast, we didn't even know what to do for the rest of the night... Dnt get me wrong that was awesome but I'm glad I got to experience the whole effect with both lines...I recommend doing both lines if you have the luxury... If not , then the fast pass for those wanting to get in and out and the general line for those wanting all that PCC can offer you...TIP: Don't wear shoes on the canoe, mines got soaked... FYI... All I can say is that I can't wait for next years one... YAY!!! =]

This was my first year going to the Haunted Lagoon. It's actually really fun and I highly recommend it. I would say, buy the fast pass because it will save you a lot of time. There's quite a bit of walking involved too. The canoe ride is in the middle of the park but they set up other things in front to try and hype you up for the ride.If you're one of those people who gets scared really fast, I don't recommend sitting on the sides of the canoe. Sitting in the middle is also risky because things fly by over your head in certain parts of the ride. You will get wet no matter where you sit so don't wear nice clothes to this.

This year was the first year I went and I want to go back already. It was a lot more fun than I thought it would be. This haunted canoe ride around the "Haunted Lagoon" was about a half an hour, maybe more (?) There's a storyline here, about the lady from La'ie and how she's creepy, has long hair, wears white, and her face is all messed up... Oh and she is supposedly looking for her son. And any others to spend the rest of eternity with her. I jumped quite a bit during the ride, but so did everyone else on the canoe. There was a lot of laughter and screaming too. This ride is NOT recommended for old people and those with cardiac problems who could potentially die from a myocardial infarction. There are a ton of surprises in this ride and you will get wet (sprinkled) with stinky Haunted Lagoon water. (There's a kiddie version of this ride too. I heard that it's similar to the regular Haunted Lagoon ride, just way less scary.) A lot of thought went into this whole production and they really did a tremendous job. The props were awesome and the actors were great, especially the children. I'll probably have nightmares for a month, but I feel like it's almost worth it. The wait-time for this ride is horribly long, like a whole movie's length and then some. But there was food and some cool stuff to do in line (i.e. get an airbrush tattoo, ride and take pictures in a coffin, etc.). Oh and for those of you who like useless crap, they were selling those annoying-yet-cool-light-up-blinky-waste-of-money-toys and some Haunted Lagoon memorabilia.I will most definitely go next year. Check out www.hauntedlagoon.com for times and ticket info. Don't forget to take advantage of the Kama'aina discount if you're eligible. (I think it's $5 off.)

The Lady of Laie better step up her game and scare people faster because waiting in line for four hours to see her undead ass was a pain in my live one.One year ago, I thought Haunted Lagoon was amazing. The thrills were terrifying last year and the wait was an hour for me (Apparently, we were lucky at the time as that wasn't the case for most people.) So this year, when my friends and I saw a $12 deal online, we swooped in to purchase our tickets and set a date. Everyone met up at 6:00 pm but the parking lot was packed. By the time we got to the entrance and got our tickets, we were in line by 6:30 pm. If you're waiting after the ticket booth and the line lady tells you that the wait will be an hour at that point, go up to her face and scream "YOU LIE, AUNTY!" because she is. I'm so glad we had snacks in my purse to munch on because there was nothing to do but wait and eat. As we waited, we passed three screens that were set up, each sharing the story of the Laie woman and telling you the rules of the ride. The first time it was kind of entertaining, but by the third passing of the screen, we were already memorizing the actor's lines and completely over it. I think it would've been cool if they had set up a horror movie to watch while people waited and I wished they had more creatures roaming around scaring people in line. The thrills were okay. They added more things to this attraction, but the quality of the production decreased. There is a new mini haunted house that you go through, but it's more of an interesting side note than a terrifying experience. The canoe ride itself is a hit or miss. I sat on the left side of the canoe's edge and definitely got the most encounters. My friends who sat in the middle couldn't see anything. Some of the creatures broke character which was funny, but lame at the same time. One "creature" screamed at me then apologized for getting my pants wet. Homie, I'm paying you to tell me that you're gonna kill me in my sleep, not ask me about the weather.Overall, a disappointing experience. Not worth the two hour trip to and from Laie and definitely not worth the four hours worth of aching feet. If you really want to be terrified, look at your credit card bill after Christmas.

The Haunted Lagoon was soooo worth the wait! It moves by a lot faster than the estimated time signs since each canoe can fit up to 30 or so people. Do sit in the front and on the outer edge for the most action! I was at the spot, I completely started to regret it. Not to worry though, regardless of where you sit on the canoe, there is plenty of fun ;) Apologizes to the second row because my row kept falling back onto them.As Kim M. already mentioned, the production was really good. I guess after my mind finally eased up from the adrenaline rush, I realized the entire ride made sense in terms of the story of the La'ie lady. I really wanna come back again! It was a lot of fun, highly recommended!Sidebar:PCC Haunted Lagoon volunteer coordinator/whatevers: There's one girl that works the line to the canoe and she was a real b!tch. Not even joking. She was extremely rude and forceful when we did something barely out of line due to excitement. I don't care if she's trying to be scary but it was downright disrespectful to treat paying customers that way. Gray shirt, black shorts, green light saber sword thing. That is all.