Reviewed by: osugi
The weather was clear and perfect, which lifted my spirits. About 15 boats participated, and I was the only one rowing solo. I managed to keep up on the way there, but got a bit tired on the return trip. Towards the end, I was moving slowly, and the instructor kindly pulled me along with a rope, for which I am grateful.
There were quite a few waves on the sea this time, but I was thrilled to enter a cave that I couldn't visit during the tour with Ariyoshi due to rough seas. On the way back, we went snorkeling in a cove, which was my first time in such deep water, and it was also an amazing experience.
Since we split into two groups, the first group probably had to wait quite a bit in this cove. Those who love snorkeling got to enjoy it for a longer time. During the waiting period, we were able to have some juice and snacks.
There were 4 to 5 instructors present, so those who had difficulties could safely return, and they guided us through the shallow areas, making it easy for older participants to join. The round trip was about 3 miles, taking just under an hour one way. It was a comfortable journey thanks to the nice weather.
快晴のいい天気で気分も最高でした。
15艇ほどが参加しましたが1人漕ぎは当方1艘で行きは付いて行きましたが、帰りは少し疲れたので最後にゆっくり進んでいるとインストラクターがロープで連結して引っ張ってくれました、感謝です。
今回も結構海面はうねりが有りましたが、有吉のツアーで海が荒れて行けなかった洞窟にも入れて感激しました。
帰りに入江でシュノーケリング、あんなに水深の有るところでは始めてでこれも感激。
2班に別れての行動だったので一班目はこの入江で結構またされたかな?シュノーケリングが好きな人は長く出来たけど。
待ち時間にはジュースやお菓子をいただけました。
インストラクターが4~5人付いていたので沈した人も安全に復帰でき、浅瀬も誘導してくれて、年配にも安心して参加できます。
往復3マイル、片道1時間弱かな?
いい天気だったので快適な旅でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii8888
This tour is very good for aged people and Baby. Everyone can enjoy.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [3.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/02 |
Reviewed by: スズポン
I could see a little bit of the whale's dorsal fin. However, when I compare the time spent swaying on the boat to the excitement of seeing it, it feels a bit tough. It might be different if I could see more whales or get closer to them.
くじらは背びれが少し見えました。
ただ、船に乗って揺れている時間と、見れた感動を比較すると、ちょっと厳しいかなー。
もっとクジラがたくさん見れるとか、近くに行けると違うかもしれないですが。
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| Packages: | 8:00発/ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: レジーロ
The sunset was very beautiful and amazing. However, the dinner on the cruise ship was disappointing, so my rating is a bit lower. I had dinner at another restaurant afterwards.
サンセットとても綺麗で最高でした。が、客船タイプディナーがお粗末で評価は少しがっかり。
また、別の店でディナーしました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/02 |
Reviewed by: ハワイいいね
Snorkeling in the crystal-clear, calm waters of Kealakekua Bay was enjoyable for the kids as well. We were lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins, and they were playing chase with our boat. It was adorable!
The second deck of the boat offers fantastic views, but it sways quite a bit more up there. During the one-hour ride to the snorkeling spot, even passengers who usually don’t get seasick were feeling pretty worn out.
Lunch was a simple barbecue on board. It had an American-style flavor, but if you embrace that, it can be enjoyable. However, I was surprised that the soft drinks were only carbonated and that what was labeled as tropical fruit juice was actually a tropical cocktail (an alcoholic drink).
This tour has a predominantly English-speaking, mostly white crowd, so if you're feeling a bit weary of tours filled with only Japanese people and want to experience being abroad, I recommend it. Additionally, the snorkeling spot has calm waves, making it a good option for first-time snorkelers and families with children aged preschool and up.
透明度抜群の穏やかなケアラケクア湾でシュノーケリングは子供も楽しめました。我々は運良くイルカの群れに遭遇し、我々が乗っている船とイルカの集団が追いかけっこしていました。可愛かった!
船の2階デッキは見晴らし抜群ですが、船は2階の方が相当揺れます。シュノーケリング場所までの片道1時間で、普段は全く船酔いしない同乗者さえグッタリする程でした。
昼食は船内で行われた簡単なバーベキュー。アメリカンな大味ですが、それも含め楽しんでしまえばこっちのもの。ただ、表記されていた事から想像していたのと実際には違ったのはソフトドリンクは炭酸だけである事、トロピカルフルーツジュースではなくトロピカルカクテル(アルコールドリンク)だった事です。
英語オンリーの白人多めのツアーですから日本人ばかりのツアーにちょっと辟易して、海外に来たぞという気分を味わいたい方にはオススメです。
あと、シュノーケル場所は波が穏やかなのでシュノーケリング初体験者や幼稚園児以上の年齢のお子様がいらっしゃるご家族にもいいかもしれません。
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| Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Jenny Y
Great experience all around. We arrived, check in process was super efficient and we got onto the boat and in the water on time. The crew was well coordinated and found the optimal spot for us to view some mantas.
We saw two total, one passing by several times and very closely (belly almost touching our light board).
Really special experience.
Thanks Sea Quest!
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| Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/30 |
Reviewed by: かずがーが
I stayed at the King Kamehameha Hotel and participated because I am learning hula. As others have mentioned, I don't think reconfirmation is necessary. When I arrived around 5 PM, there was a long line. Most of the people were foreigners. Arriving by canoe from the sea was something unique that other luau shows don't have, and it was very lovely. The food was quite tasty. The show was exciting and enjoyable. It would have been even better if there had been a modern hula show as well.
キングカメカメハホテルに滞在していたのと、フラを習っているので参加しました。
他の方も書かれているように、リコンファームは必要ないかと思います。
17時頃に行くと長蛇の列。
殆どが外国の方でした。
海からカヌーでの登場は他のルアウショーにはなく、とても素敵でした。
お料理は普通に美味しかったです。
ショーの内容も迫力があって楽しめました。
現代フラのショーもあったら尚良かったかな。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/03 |
Reviewed by: Joy
So fun! Thought it would be scary to up that high, but it was a smooth and carefree ride. The crew was friendly and made the experience great.
Mahalo for the 5 stars Joy! We're thrilled you had such a great experience with us. Hope to see you again soon!
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| Packages: | Out of this World Ride [1,200ft] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Guilietta Kim
It was very impressive that a tour guide has shared a lot of stories about cultures of Hawai'i during the entire tour program. The courses were absolutely nice. The view of a coffee farm was so beautiful and the dinner was much nicer than I expected. When it comes to stargazing tour, the tour guide moved the spot for better sightseeing and it was brilliant. Even though I am not a native speaker, I fully enjoyed this tour program and I highly recommend this one to everyone.
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| Packages: | From Kona & Waikoloa - Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Hoomaikaiana
Lovely time on a light board looking at Mantas. We saw three of these beautiful creatures and many other local fish. The underside of the ocean at night was amazing.
It is a bit chilly and the water can be choppy.
The mantas were not abundant or very close to us on the night we were out because of an anticipated swell the next day.
Great fun though and I will try again in the future.
Aloha,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us and were able to some underwater life, despite the choppy water. We hope you'll adventure with us again soon
Mahalo and hope to Sea you soon,
Sea Paradise
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| Packages: | Sunset Sail & Manta Ray Snorkel - Special Group Rate for 6+ Passengers |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/30 |
Reviewed by: たつや
My wife and I participated together. It was a nice day with some waves, but both of us suffered from severe seasickness. While we were snorkeling in the water, it was fine, but once we got back on the boat, the seasickness returned, and we both struggled until we returned to port. That said, the crew's performance and the tour itself were completely fine. The low rating is simply due to our own physical condition. The meeting place was at the beautiful port in Kona, which was also convenient for sightseeing.
妻と二人で参加しました。天気の良い日で波も多少でしたが、自分と妻の両方とも酷い船酔いに苦しみました。シュノーケリングで海の中にいるときは良いのですが船に上がると船酔いが再発して帰港まで二人して苦しみました。とはいえクルーの皆様の働きぶりやツアーそのものは全く問題ないものです。評価が低いのは単純に自分達の体調の問題からの経験です。集合場所は観光にも便利なコナの港でとても綺麗でした。
Thank you for using VELTRA.
I understand that you experienced seasickness; how have you been feeling since then?
However, I am glad to hear that you were satisfied with the crew and the tour.
We hope you will use VELTRA for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度はVELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
船酔いされたとのことですが、その後体調はいかがでしたでしょうか。
しかしながらクルーやツアーにはご満足いただけたようでうれしく思います。
次回のご旅行もVELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/23 |
Reviewed by: おこりんぼママ
I participated with my 3-year-old and 6-year-old children. They provided a sheet with translations of the instructions in Japanese.
The ride to Kealakekua Bay was somewhat bumpy, and the kids sitting in the front seats on the first floor seemed a bit scared. However, once we arrived and saw a lot of fish in the calm sea, their fear seemed to disappear, and they actually enjoyed the return trip.
My 3-year-old usually dislikes getting water on his face, but when we borrowed a board to look underwater and showed him the fish points, he quietly enjoyed it. At first, he was scared to get on, but afterward, he wanted to ride again and had fun.
Breakfast and lunch were included (they served Costco muffins, which tasted just like the ones in Japan), and considering the prices in Hawaii, I think this is quite a good deal!
We visited various beaches on this trip, but my kids said this one was the most fun. Thank you to all the staff!
3歳と6歳の子供を連れて参加しました。注意事項などは日本語訳のシートを渡してくれます。
ケアラアクア湾に着くまではそれなりに揺れ、1階の前のシートに陣取った子供達は少し怖かった様ですが、現地について穏やかな海で沢山のお魚を見るとその恐怖も吹き飛んだのか帰りは寧ろ楽しんでいました。
3歳の子は水が顔にかかるのも嫌なくらいなのですが、水中が覗けるボードを借り、お魚ポイントを見せてあげると、黙って楽しんでいました。
最初乗るときは怖がってましたが、その後は自ら乗りたい!と楽しんでました。
朝食も昼食もついて(コストコのマフィンとかですが、日本のそれと変わらずの無難な味)ハワイの物価を考えるとこの値段はかなりお得だと思います!
今回の旅で色々なビーチに行きましたが、子供もここが1番楽しかったと言ってました。
スタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!8:30出港<シュノーケル2.5時間> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/21 |
Reviewed by: Deb
We had an exceptional guide who could field any question from our mostly middle age bunch. His knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history combined with present day challenges facing the island made the day a wonderfully enriching experience. Wear hiking boots or rough bottom hiking shoes. Prepare to get a little dirt and mud on you, meet new people and enjoy a leisurely day. Long pants are helpful if you tend to be cold natured and something with a sleeve for the top was appreciated by all. Sunglasses and hat were also helpful. They equip you with towel for the swim, bug spray, sun screen, rain poncho, water, snack and small shoulder pack for all this gear. The hike was easy for younger, experienced hikers and slightly challenging for older, not so great shape people. Expect the water to be very cold if you swim to waterfall at the end of trail. Really fun day. Worth our vacation time and dollars!
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| Packages: | Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Mandyl11
Such a great tour to end our vacation. Kevin was great. Super friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. He took us to check out some sea caves, cliff jumping and great spots for snorkeling. Super relaxed adventure. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Dolphin Watch Kayak & Snorkel Sea Cave Tour [4 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/22 |
Reviewed by: ふーちゃん
The price was high, but it was a worthwhile experience. The meeting point at the Marriott Hotel is hard to find, so it's better to ask the Japanese-speaking staff at the front desk. The restroom is shown to you before boarding.
値段は高かったですが、それに見合う体験でした。マリオットホテルの集合場所がわかりづらいので、フロントの日本語が話せるスタッフに聞いた方がよいです。トイレは乗船前に案内されます。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Mgirl
I searched for activities that I could do with my 1 year and 11-month-old child on the Big Island of Hawaii and participated in one. Since we came all the way to the Big Island, I wanted to join activities that allow us to enjoy nature, but I thought there would be quite limited options for toddlers.
This snorkeling tour was enjoyable for both adults and toddlers! They provided rental snorkeling gear in adult sizes, as well as baby-sized safety vests and floaties, which you could choose between those with and without a seat.
By adjusting the playtime according to the water temperature and the baby's condition, we were able to have a great time. When we visited, the water temperature was a bit chilly, so we opted for the afternoon course with an hour and a half of snorkeling time, but we wrapped it up after about 30 minutes to accommodate the baby's condition. (The first 10 minutes of snorkeling time included a briefing on safety and a tutorial on how to use the snorkeling gear.)
During the remaining time, we relaxed in the sun while enjoying an all-you-can-eat snack and giving the baby some treats while admiring the beautiful scenery. My husband enjoyed snorkeling a bit longer and had fun on the diving slide.
We were able to fully enjoy snorkeling unique to the Big Island, seeing the clear water and many colorful fish! If you bring an underwater camera, the clear water allows you to capture adorable fish swarming around the coral reefs, which is a lot of fun.
The slide was quite high for someone like me who can't swim (you slide down from the second floor of the boat into the sea), but my husband seemed to enjoy it. It was hard to get bored, but if you do get tired of snorkeling, you can also enjoy the thrilling slide or diving, making the hour and a half fly by!
On the way back, in addition to snacks, there were all-you-can-eat cut oranges and pineapples, allowing us to recover the calories we burned swimming while enjoying the beautiful sea, making the cruise itself enjoyable. The baby was happy because he could eat oranges! They mentioned that you might see dolphins during the cruise, but unfortunately, we didn't see any during our time, though it was still plenty of fun.
Also, please note that Japanese is not spoken on-site, and communication is only in English. Moreover, there were no other Japanese people besides our family. However, even with our limited English, the staff responded with smiles and didn't show any displeasure, so I think even with middle school-level English, you can manage just fine. There are Japanese instruction sheets on board for safety briefings, so if you're worried about your English skills, you can feel comfortable participating. The safety instructions included areas where swimming is allowed, prohibitions against diving under the boat, touching the coral reefs, standing on the seabed including the coral reefs, and warnings about not touching sea urchins as they are very dangerous.
One service I appreciated was that there was sunscreen available on the boat for free. Since environmentally friendly sunscreen is necessary to protect the coral reefs, I was wondering if my own sunscreen would be okay, but they had proper sunscreen available that could be used for babies as well! It was mentioned in the instructions to apply it 30 minutes before entering the water.
The boat was a catamaran, which might have less sway, but it still rocked quite a bit, so I think it's better for those who are prone to seasickness to take motion sickness medication. It’s also wise to have bags and wipes for the baby. Since the cruise takes about an hour each way, it might be good to have a change of clothes for the baby, as they might get cold if they stay in wet swimsuits on the way back. We didn't bring any, and I wrapped the baby in a bath towel to keep him warm in the sun on the way back, so it was fine, but it might be better to have a change of clothes. By the way, the only place to change is the restro
1歳11ヶ月の幼児とハワイ島で参加出来るアクティビティを探して参加しました。
せっかくハワイ島に来たからには自然を満喫出来るアクティビティに参加したいですが、
幼児もとなるとなかなか少ないと思います。
こちらのシュノーケリングツアーは幼児も問題無く楽しめました!
大人サイズのシュノーケリング道具のレンタルはもちろん、ベビーサイズの安全ベスト(名前が分からない)や、浮き輪も股付き、股無しで選べて貸してくれます。
水温やベビーの体調を鑑みて、遊ぶ時間を調整すれば楽しく過ごせます。
我が家が遊びに行った時期は水温が少し冷たかったので午後のコースで1時間半のシュノーケリングタイムでしたが、ベビーの体調に合わせて30分位で切り上げました。
(シュノーケリングタイムの最初の10分位は注意事項の説明とシュノーケリングの使い方講座です)
残りの時間は素晴らしい景色を眺めながら、食べ放題のスナックを頂いたり、ベビーにおやつをあげたりしながらのんびり日向ぼっこ。
主人はもう少しシュノーケリングをしたり、飛び込みのすべり台をして楽しんでいました。
水の透明度も、カラフルなお魚達もたくさん見れてハワイ島ならではのシュノーケリングを満喫出来ました!
水中カメラを持って行くと水が綺麗なので、珊瑚礁に群がる可愛い魚たちを撮ることが出来て楽しいです。
すべり台は泳げない私には結構な高さで(船の二階から海に滑り降りる)出来ませんでしたが、主人は楽しかったようです。
なかなか飽きませんが、もしシュノーケリングに飽きたらスリリングなすべり台や飛び込みも出来て1時間半はあっという間です!
帰りの船内ではスナックの他にカットオレンジやパイナップルが食べ放題で、
泳いで消費したカロリーを回復しながら素敵な海を眺め、クルージング自体も楽しかったです。
ベビーもオレンジは食べれるのでご機嫌でした!
クルージング中にいるかに会えるかも?と書いていましたが、私達の時は見れず残念でしたがそれでも十分楽しかったです。
それと現地では日本語は通じず、英語のみで会話します。
しかも私達家族以外の日本人も居ませんでした。
それでもチェックインからつたない単語メインの英語でも、スタッフの方は嫌な顔せずニコニコと対応してくれるので中学生レベルの英語でもなんとかなります。
船内では注意事項の説明は日本語の説明書があるので英語力に不安がある場合も安心して遊べると思います。
注意事項は泳いで良い範囲、
海洋保護地区の為に船の下に潜る事、珊瑚礁に触ること、珊瑚礁を含め海底に立つことを禁止、ウニはとても危険だから触らない事等が書いていました。
サービスで嬉しかったのは、日焼け止めも船にあり無料で使えた事です。
珊瑚礁を白化から守るため環境配慮の日焼け止めが必要で自分が持っている日焼け止めでも大丈夫かな?と思っていたら、ちゃんと日焼け止めが用意してあり、ベビーにも使えました!
水に入る30分前には塗ること、と注意事項に書いていました。
船は双胴船で揺れも少ないのかも知れませんが、それでもだいぶ揺れるので酔いやすい方は酔い止め薬を飲んだ方が良いと思います。
ベビー用には袋と拭くものがあると無難です。
クルージングも片道1時間弱あるので、帰りに濡れた水着のままだとベビーが寒がるかも知れないので着替えもあった方が良いと思います。
我が家は持って行かず、ベビーをバスタオルでぐるぐる巻きにして日向ぼっこさせながら帰ったので大丈夫でしたが、着替えた方が良いかも知れませんね。
ちなみに着替える場所は船内にトイレしかありません。
ハワイ島で幼児も参加出来るアクティビティを探しているならオススメです。
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| Packages: | 14:00出港(シュノーケル1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Muriel
The staff, Scott, Skippy and co were fantastic. Very entertaining as well as thorough and confident in their jobs. My first 4 lines were horrible (I nearly pulled out), very rough and uncomfortable. After #4 Skippy realised my trolley was broken and gave me his own which made the rest of my journey much more comfortable, although I think he may have walked the rest of the track home.... thanks Skippy :)
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| Packages: | 9-Line Zipline Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/18 |
Reviewed by: としゆき
Driving down the valley from the Waipio lookout is also part of the activity. I believe I can ride a horse that suits me. It seems to be a nervous horse, but I think I'll be fine. We weave through the trees, cross streams, and climb a little hill. Slowly. Next, I want to try galloping as well. The pleasant time passed in the blink of an eye.
WAIPIO lookoutから渓谷を車で下るのもアクティビティのうち。自分に合った馬だと信じ跨がる。神経質な馬らしい。だけど私なら大丈夫。木々を抜け、沢を渡り,ちょっとした坂も登る。ゆっくり。次はギャロップもしてみたい。気持ちの良い時間はあっという間でした。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Tom and Holly
Disappointing. Few manta rays far away.
Arms were aching outstretched hanging onto raft. Crew was not very friendly. Snacks were unavailable and drinking water not there. Had to ask for a cup of water 2 or 3 times.
Regretable experience. Let down.
Aloha,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so sorry to hear your experience was less than stellar. We truly love sharing the beauty of Hawaii with guests and hate to hear when we don't live up to expectations. We would love to hear more about your experience and how we could've improved.
Mahalo,
Jamie Van Pham- Forth
General Manager
Sea Paradise Inc.
78-6831 Alii Drive Ste. 144
Kailua Kona.HI 96740
P. 808.322.2500
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/20 |
Reviewed by: sakurakko
When we decided to go to the Big Island, we wanted to ride horses. So we rented a car and joined this tour. We were worried about whether we could drive there, but it was easy. This tour was wonderful, and we had a great time. We experienced things we can't experience in Japan (for example, cracking macadamia nuts and eating freshly picked mangoes) before riding horses.
Moreover, the cats and dogs raised on the farm were very friendly and cute. We had ridden horses at various locations many times before, but the horses at this farm were very calm. We enjoyed crossing the river and strolling through the forests while riding. We took many photos.
This adventure was awesome!!!!!! We want to join this tour again if we go to the Big Island.
By the way, we went to “Tex Drive In,” which the guide recommended. We ordered malasadas with no filling, chocolate, and custard cream. The malasadas at this restaurant were very delicious.
Mahalo!!
When we decided to go to Big Island, we want to ride horses. So we rented a car and we joined this tour. We worried that we can drive to go there, but we could go easily. This tour was wonderful and we had a great time. We experienced what we can’t experience in Japan( For example, cracking macadamia nuts and eating freshly picked mangoes) before riding horses.
Moreover, cats and dogs which raised on the farm were very friendly and pretty.
We had rides horses at various locations for many times before, but this farm’s horses were very quiet. We enjoyed crossing the river and strolling through the forests while we ride horses. We took many photos.
This adventure was awesome!!!!!!
We want to join this tour again, if we go to Big island.
By the way, “Tex drive in” where the guide recommends. We ordered malasadas no filling, chocolate and custard cream. This restaurant’s malasadas were very delicious.
Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/22 |
Reviewed by: かっちやん
Paddling the kayak was tiring, but I appreciated the assistance with the towing. I wish there had been cave exploration and other activities!
カヤックのパドリングが、疲れましたが、曳航していただき助かりました
洞窟探検等が無かったので、やってほしかったです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/24 |
Reviewed by: KATSU
The weather was not great, feeling cloudy with occasional light rain, but I enjoyed it. There were a few too many people, so there was some waiting time, but it was a good experience.
天気がいまいちで、曇りときどき小雨がぱらつく感じでしたが、楽しめました。人数がちょっと多かったので待ち時間はありましたが、いい体験でした。
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| Packages: | 高さ365メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/06 |
Reviewed by: たかはしFamily
I was a bit nervous about the English tour, but it turned out to be manageable. First, we filled out a waiver at the meeting point and received explanations about safety before boarding the van to Waipi'o Valley. During the briefing, we were advised against bringing backpacks, as they could cause us to lose balance and fall off the horse. I left my things in the car and went hands-free. A bag that fits snugly against your body should be fine.
When we arrived at the horses, the instructor explained how to ride. After that, we were matched with our horses. There were about 15 participants, with 7-8 Japanese and 6-7 Americans, so it took around 20 minutes for everyone to get matched. I was one of the first to ride, and my horse was moving around a lot, eating grass, which was quite amusing.
Once we set off, we crossed rivers and walked along mountain paths. The guide explained the fruits growing along the roadside, which was interesting. The whole horseback riding experience lasted about two hours before we returned.
When participating, it's best to wear comfortable sneakers that you don't mind getting dirty, along with jeans or hiking pants and a shirt that can get wet. Since the horses tend to stick their heads under branches, wearing long sleeves can help prevent scrapes.
英語ツアーとのことで、ちょっと緊張しましたがどうにかなる感じでした。
最初に集合場所で誓約書的なものを記入し、危険に関する説明などを受けてバンに乗ってワイピオ渓谷へ向かいます。説明の中ではリュックサックなどはバランスを崩して落馬する可能性があるのであまりお勧めできないとのこと。私も車において手ぶらで行きました。ある程度体に密着するようなバッグなら大丈夫そうです。
馬のところに着いたら、インストラクターが乗り方を説明してくれます。そのあと各自に馬を引き合わせてくれて乗ります。参加したときは日本人7~8人、アメリカ人6~7人の15名くらいのメンバーだったので引き渡しに20分くらいかかった印象です。私は最初に乗ったので馬がアチコチ動き回って草を食べたりしてなかなか面白かったです。
出発してからは川を渡ったり、山道を歩いたり。
ガイドさんが道端に生っている果物を都度説明してくれて興味深かったです。
およそ2時間くらい乗馬して帰ってくる工程です。
参加するときはスニーカーなどの履きなれて汚れてもよい靴、濡れてもよいジーンズやハイキング用のズボンとシャツで行かれるとよいです。また馬が木の枝の下などに頭を突っ込むのでできれば長袖の方が擦り傷など付かなくてよいと思います。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/16 |
Reviewed by: 埼玉のオカメ
We moved to the meeting point by rental car. There was no parking, so we had to park on the street. We were the only Japanese people there, and there seemed to be many elderly white people. I had heard there were two snorkeling points, but there was only one at Captain Cook, which was a bit disappointing. The staff were energetic and cheerful, and since the explanations were only in English, I couldn't understand anything, but they were very kind and friendly, which made me feel completely at ease. I didn't have high expectations for the meal since it was on the boat (sorry), but it turned out to be very delicious. The hamburgers had unlimited toppings, so I piled on as much as I wanted without hesitation. There were drinks available, but they were just okay. On the way back, we encountered a family of whales, and they kindly stopped the boat so we could observe them closely.
レンタカーで集合場所まで移動。駐車場がないので路駐になりました。日本人は私達だけ。白人のお年寄りが多い印象でした。2か所と聞いていたシュノーケルポイントはキャプテンクック1か所だけで、少し物足りなかったです。スタッフさんは元気で明るく、説明は英語だけでしたから全く理解はできませんでしたがとても優しくフレンドリーで感じが良くて、不安になることは一つもありませんでした。食事は船上ということもあり期待をしていなかったのですが(ごめんなさい)、これがとても美味しかった。ハンバーガーは自分で好きなだけトッピングできたので遠慮なくたくさん乗せました。飲み物はありますがいまいち。帰りにクジラの家族に遭遇し、わざわざ船を止めてくれたのでゆっくり見学できました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/05 |
Reviewed by: ヨコタカ
The show featuring the ethnic dances of the South Pacific was impressive. The buffet and all-you-can-drink options were just okay. However, I had heard it would end at 20:30, so I called for a ride at that time, but it actually finished just after 19:30, nearly an hour early.
ショーは南太平洋の民族舞踊が見ごたえありました。
ビュッフェと飲み放題はまぁまぁ。
ただ20:30と聞き帰りの車をその時間に呼んでいましたが、終了はなんと19:30すぎ。1時間近く早く終わってしまいました。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/03 |
Reviewed by: しげお
The instructor team was very friendly, and I was able to enjoy the activities. It's a shame that the waves were high and we couldn't enter the cave, but I would like to try again if I have the opportunity.
インストラクターのチームがとてもフレンドリーでアクティビティを楽しむことが出来ました。
波が高くて洞窟内には入れなかったのが残念ですが、また機会があれば挑戦したいです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/26 |
Reviewed by: Lesley
I was really excited about the adventure because I won’t scuba dive but I was able to see the beautiful scenery at the bottom of the ocean.
Kay was an amazing tour guide. She was so informed and kept us engaged in the whole activity.
This was worth every penny I recommend it.
Mahalo for taking the time to write a review, Lesley. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it worth every penny. Aloha!
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| Packages: | Kona Glass Bottom Boat Cruise from Kailua-Kona Pier |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/02 |
Reviewed by: Lizjazza
After reading the detail for this tour we were extremely disappointed with what we experienced. We were a party of 4 who were split over 2 different tours. We thought this was due to weight restrictions which we couldn't understand because we are all average but in hindsight realise it was because we all wanted doors off. The pilot was great gave lots of detail and interesting facts. The flight was wonderful experiencing doors off just unfortunate the tour has not been revised since the lava stopped flowing and you spend the majority of the flight flying over blacken ground which becomes boring very fast. We were looking forward to seeing the waterfalls but this was a quick fly over and back to base so felt let down with this also. We had another couple on our flight as did my sister on her flight and all eight of us were extremely disappointed with what our tour delivered for the cost. The company really need to change the itinery for this tour to make it an experience to remember as it obviously once was when the lava was flowing.
Aloha Lizjazza,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience with us. We apologize that the experience didn't live up to your expectations. Sometimes, the booking process and weight and balance considerations necessitate us splitting groups to fit into our available capacity, but in all cases we strive to accommodate the desires of our guests. We find many passengers who remain excited to see the recent 7000+ acres of lava from last year's Leilani eruption, to include Fissure 8, and many completely engulfed coastal areas.
Mahalo,
Joel
Chief of Operations Officer
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/31 |
Reviewed by: h.i
A one-hour cruise to the snorkeling point. If you get seasick, be sure to take precautions! The food, location, and the crew's coolness were all top-notch! We even got to meet dolphins at the end! If you're going snorkeling, I think it's better to go to beaches like Honaunau or Kahalu'u.
シュノーケリングポイントまで1時間のクルージング。船酔いする方は必ず対策を!
食事、ロケーション、クルーのカッコ良さは最高!
最後にイルカとも会えた!
シュノーケリングだったら、ホナウナウ、カハルウ等のビーチに行った方が良いと思う。
Thank you for using our company, VELTRA.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the snorkeling tour.
We hope you had a great time encountering the dolphins.
We would be delighted if you choose VELTRA for your next trip as well.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/29 |
Reviewed by: po-
I booked a horseback riding tour in Waipi'o Valley at the request of my family. I was a bit anxious about the lack of transportation and that it was only in English, but I arrived without any issues using Google Maps for navigation, and I managed to communicate through gestures and simple words. Riding in the great outdoors, which we wouldn't have been able to do on our own, was truly amazing. The satisfaction exceeded my expectations, and if I have the chance to go again, I would love to join this tour once more!
家族の意向でワイピオ渓谷の乗馬を予約しました。
送迎がないことと英語のみということで少し不安でしたがGoogleマップのナビで問題なくたどり着き、ジェスチャーと簡単な単語で体験してきました。
自分たちではいけない大自然の中での乗馬は本当に最高でした。期待してた以上の満足度、行く機会があればまたこちらのツアーに参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/06 |
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