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I was a bit anxious about the English guide, but the guide was great, and I was able to enjoy myself with a little Japanese. Horseback riding was a first experience for my whole family, and I thought we might need a bit of practice, but we were just taught how to ride and control the horse, and then we started riding. It turned out to be a really fun time.

After about two hours of horseback riding, my groin started to hurt. Also, the microbus ride to Waipi'o was enjoyable.

英語ガイドで少し不安がありましたが、ガイドの方が良く、少しの日本語で楽しく過ごせました。乗馬は家族全員が初めての体験で少しは練習がるのではと思いましたが、馬に乗る方法やコントロールする方法を教えて頂いただけで、乗馬開始、でもすごく楽しい時間を過ごすこととができました。
約2時間の乗馬が終わると股間が痛くなりまりました。また、ワイピオまでのマイクロバスは楽しかったです。

I went horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley, which is considered a sacred place for the people of Hawaii. We drove down a narrow, steep slope in a 4WD vehicle and rode horses in a secluded area that felt almost like a jungle. After a brief explanation, we got right into riding. We crossed a river and went through the forest; it truly felt like an adventure. My horse was named Sweet Oakley. He was well-trained and listened carefully to the instructions. My 8 and 11-year-old children also had a great time.

ハワイの人々にとっての聖地とされるワイピオ渓谷で乗馬しました。４WDの車で細くて急な坂を下り、ほぼジャングルのような人気の少ないところでお馬さんに乗りました。簡単な説明の後、すぐに乗馬。川をわたったり、森の中を抜けたり、まさにアドベンチャーといった感じです。スイートオーコレーという名前のお馬さんでした。きちんと調教されているので、しっかりインストラクションを聞いておくということを聞いてくれます。８歳１１歳の子供たちも楽しんでました。

This was my third horseback riding experience in Hawaii. I stayed in Waikoloa and met at the location, but I had no problems getting there using the navigation. The instructions were all in English, but just like on Oahu, important commands like "Don't eat grass!" were communicated in Japanese when the horses acted freely.

While enjoying the great nature of Waipi'o Valley, we crossed rivers and observed sweet potato fields, wild coffee, and avocado trees, which provided ample riding time. By the time I got off the horse, my knees were shaking (laughs).

My dog followed along during the ride, happily going into the grass and playing in the river, which was very cute. The weather was bad, and there was heavy rain on the way to the stables, so I was worried about whether we would go ahead despite the rain gear being available, but it stopped raining by the time we set off on the horses. I would have been completely satisfied if it hadn't rained!

ハワイでは三回目の乗馬でした。
ワイコロアに宿泊していて、現地集合でしたが、ナビを使い問題なく行く事ができました。説明は全部英語でしたが、オアフ島と変わりなく、馬が自由にした時は「草食べない！」など、大切な指示は日本語で伝えてくれました。
ワイピオ渓谷の大自然を眺めながら、川を渡ったり、イモ畑、野生のコーヒー、アボカドの木など観察しなから、十分な乗馬時間でした。
馬から降りた時には膝がガクガクになっていました(笑)
飼っている犬がずっと乗馬についてきて、楽しそうに草むらの中に入っていったり、川で遊んだり、とても可愛かったです。
天気が悪く、集合場所から馬舎に向かう時に大雨で、カッパの貸し出しはあっても決行するか不安でしたが、馬に乗って出発する時には雨が止みました。雨が降らなければ大満足でした！

My husband and I moved to Kailua-Kona last year and are still in discovery mode, so we were happy to play tourist for a day to join this tour. Although the rides were long (it is a big island), the stops were all interesting and worthwhile, the other guests were friendly and engaged, and - notwithstanding all of our pre-move diligence and studying - we learned a ton from our fabulous tour guide, Kent. Kent was extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, engaged, warm, and courteous - we thoroughly appreciated the positive impact he had on the day's adventures.

As a beginner, I had some anxiety about riding, but since three assistants accompanied us, I was able to ride without any issues after just learning the commands for right, left, and stop before mounting. I think it's a course that beginners can enjoy thoroughly. Although it was a tour in the rain, I had a great time. As mentioned in the comments, the helmet and raincoat had a bit of a sweaty smell, so I wore my own hat under the helmet!

初心者で、馬に乗るのに若干の不安がありましたが、
私たちの時は3人のアシスタントが同行してくれたので、騎乗前に、右、左、止まる、の動作だけ教えてもらっただけで問題なく乗れました。
初心者は十分楽しめるコースだと思います。
雨の中のツアーとなりましたが、楽しめました。
コメントに書いてある通り、ヘルメットとレインコートは多少汗臭かかったので、自分の帽子の上からヘルメットかぶりました！

As other reviews have mentioned, the helmet was very smelly (surprised).
The guide only speaks English, but he was friendly and attentive to everyone, helping us when we were in trouble, so the kids were able to enjoy horseback riding without anxiety.

You can bring a water bottle, as it can fit in the saddlebag for the horse, but there wasn't really time to drink, haha.

I had a wonderful experience.
I recommend it.

他の方の口コミ投稿通り、ヘルメットはとても臭かった（驚）
ガイドさんは英語しか話せませんが、フレンドリーで
みんなの様子をよく見ていてくれて困っていると助けてくれるので
子供も不安なく楽しく乗馬できていました。

お水のペットボトルなどは馬にかけるサドルバッグに入れられることができるので持っていくことは可能です。が、飲む余裕はなかったです笑

素晴らしい体験をすることができました。
おすすめです。

Due to the closure of the summit of Mauna Kea, I was shocked to find that the sunset viewing at the summit was canceled. However, the beautiful sunset and stargazing at around 2000 meters elevation were amazing. First, before the sunset viewing, our guide, Mr. Ishikawa, asked if we had a preferred spot, and he took us to the Aura Cave, a power spot, where we felt energized. Next, we visited Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, a place that is not easily accessible on your own. For the sunset, Mr. Ishikawa took us to his hidden spot. To our surprise, six turtles welcomed us before the sunset. With just four of us on the tour and six turtles, it was incredible. We received good luck from the turtles and then proceeded to stargaze.

It was wonderful. The sky was filled with stars, without a single cloud. I've never seen so many stars; the Milky Way was clearly visible, and I could have looked at the sky all night long. I believe this is definitely worth seeing. If I have the opportunity, I would love to go again.

マウナケア山頂閉鎖によるツアー変更により、マウナケア山頂での夕陽観賞が無くなりショックと思いきや、素晴らしい夕日と 標高2000m付近で星空観測は最高でした。まず、夕日鑑賞の前に、ガイドさんの石川さんがご希望の場所が有りますかのの質問があり、パワースポットのオーラの洞窟に連れて行って頂き、パワーを充満しました。次にプウコホラ・ヘイアウ国立歴史公園に行きました。なかなか個人では行けない場所です。サンセットの為に、石川さんの隠れポイントに連れて行って頂きました。なんと夕日が沈む前にカメさん６匹が我々を出迎えてくれました。ツアー４名にカメさん６匹で他には誰もいません。最高ですね。カメさん６匹の幸運をもらい星空観測です。
素晴らしかったです。雲一つなく満天の星空でした。これほどの星の数見たことがありません、天の川もはっきり見えます、ずーと一晩中でも空を見ていられます。これは見る価値があると思います。
機会があれば、ぜひまた行きたいです。

- I was really impressed by the attention to detail in various places; it was very thoughtful. I highly recommend this tour.
- The bento that came with the tour was delicious and completely different from those offered in other optional tours (which are often inedible). I mistakenly thought the provided bento would be unappetizing and ate beforehand, which was a waste.
- I participated in July and had heard it would be cold at the summit, so I prepared a down vest, earmuffs, and gloves. However, just layering the down jacket and long pants provided by the tour was sufficient.
- This time, it was a full moon, so the starry sky wasn't that great. I would like to participate again during a new moon.

・色んなところに細かな気配りがされていて、すごく気が利いてると感心しました。すごくお勧めできるツアーです。
・ツアーに付いてくるお弁当も他所のオプショナルツアーのそれ（食べれる代物で無い）とは違い普通に美味しく食べれる弁当でした。
（提供される弁当は、まともに食べれないと予想し直前に食べてきてしまい失敗。無駄でした。）
・7月の参加でしたが頂上は寒いと聞いていたので、ダウンベスト、耳当て、手袋を準備して行きましたが、ツアーで準備されているダウンジャケット、長ズボンを重ね着するだけで十分でした。
・今回は満月で明るく星空はいまいちでしたので、また新月の時に参加したいと思っています。

I had always been unable to make a reservation for just one person, but I finally got to participate. I was a bit worried since it was only in English, but as long as I understood how to use the rope, it was fine. Even if you don't understand English, you can generally figure things out by watching the guide's movements.

I had previous experience with horseback riding, so it felt familiar. Riding the horse is fun, and there are beautiful views, including entering the river, but it was just a U-turn in a place without anything special before heading back.

It was challenging since it was sudden, but it's also possible to walk there, so I thought I would try walking next time and take it slow.

一人のためなのかいつも予約できなかったが、やっと参加できた。英語のみなので若干心配だったが綱の使い方がわかれば大丈夫。英語がわからなくてもガイドの動かしかたを見ていれば大体分かる。
乗馬自体は別途経験済みだったのでいつも通りだった。馬に乗るのは楽しいしきれいな景色もあり川に入るとかはあるが、特別なものがないところでUターンして戻ってくるだけだった。
急なので大変だが歩いて行くことも可能なので、次回は歩いていってゆっくりしてみようと思った。

This was most definitely the highlight of my families trip, the scenery is beyond amazing. Nothing like i have EVER seen before and the horses are absolutely amazing. It was my kids and my husband’s first time riding and the horses were great for them! Actually made them fall in love with horseback riding just like I am! So thank you to the ranch for letting us experience that as a family! I would MOST DEFINITELY recommend doing this on your vacation or even if you live there and looking for something to do!

Guides were thorough in instructions so all of us felt confident with our horses. We were helped on and off, which was appreciated. We were given the opportunity to cantor and gallop if we wished. The guides were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and fun! The green hills and cool breezes were lovely, did not use our jackets although the sun & wind were strong. They recommended a fun place, Fish and Hog, for lunch following the ride. I would recommend this ranch and ride.

The sunset was amazing! I love traveling to various places and watching sunrises and sunsets, but this was the BEST sunset. I don't think there will be a sunset that surpasses this one. The experienced staff took beautiful photos, and I really appreciate that they are available for download.

As for stargazing, since it was a full moon the next day, there may not have been a lot of stars visible. If I go again, I would like to choose a time around the new moon or when the moon is not out. They provided a lot of explanations about the constellations while observing Jupiter, Saturn, and the moon through a telescope.

夕日が最高でした！
色んな所旅行して、朝日と夕日を見るのが好きですが、BEST OF 夕日です。
たぶんこれを超える夕日は無いかと。
経験豊富なスタッフさんがキレイな写真を撮影して下さり、
ダウンロード可能なのも非常にありがたいです。

星空観察に関して言うと、翌日満月だったこともあり、星が沢山って訳ではなかったかもしれません。次回行くなら新月の時期か、その時間帯に月が出ていない時期を選びたいです。望遠鏡で木星、土星、月を観察して星座の説明もたくさんして下さりました。

The scenery of the valley explored on horseback was very beautiful, and it was a fun experience with a bit of thrill. You can also see power spots. The guide speaks English and some broken Japanese. Contrary to appearances, they are very polite. Even beginner riders in the family were satisfied!

乗馬で巡る渓谷の風景はとても美しく、少しスリルも感じる楽しい経験でした。パワースポットも見れます。ガイドは英語と片言の日本語話せます。見かけによらず(?)丁寧です。乗馬初心者の家族も満足してます！

The guide was a foreigner and very kind, and I was able to understand the explanations in English perfectly. Although the photos were paid, they took many for us.
There were 9 zip lines, and I really enjoyed it! I think it would have been even better if there were some longer ones.
The day we experienced it, the weather was nice, making for a pleasant tour.

外国人のガイドさんでしたがとても親切で、英語の説明でもちゃんと理解できました。写真も有料でしたが沢山撮影してくれました。
ジップラインは9本あり、満喫できました！長い距離のものもあると更に良かったなと思います。
体験した日は、天気が良く気持ちの良いツアーでした。

Four years ago, I participated in the same course tour with another company, and this was my second Mauna Kea tour. The tour guide's explanations were very interesting and informative. During lunch, there was a service of warm miso soup and hot drinks. At the summit of Mauna Kea, they took many photos of each group during the stargazing session. Moreover, they upload those photos to their website, so you can download them later. I think this is especially a nice service for solo travelers who can't take their own pictures. I used to think there wasn't much difference between companies, but I realized this time that there is a significant difference. If I have the chance next time, I would definitely like to request this tour again.

４年前に別の会社で同じコースのツアーに参加して、今回が２回目のマウナケアツアーでした。
ツアーガイドの方の説明がとても面白くて、しかもためになりました。
お弁当の時には温かい味噌汁と温かいドリンクのサービスがありました。
マウナケア山頂でも星空観測の時にもグループごとに何枚も写真を撮ってくださいました。しかもその写真をホームページにアップしてくれるので、あとからダウンロードできます。一人旅の時には自分の写真が取れないので特にうれしいサービスだと思います。
どこの会社で行っても、大差はないと思っていましたが、大きく違うことに今回気が付きました。
次回、チャンスがあれば、また是非お願いしたいと思います。

It was a horseback riding experience in a place that is usually not accessible in Waipi'o Valley, allowing us to enjoy the magnificent nature of Hawaii, which was fantastic! The staff were very accommodating, and they made sure that even the children who couldn't speak English had a great time. (Adults should understand a little bit.) The travel time to and from the location is about 30 to 40 minutes, and the riding time is around an hour and a half, which felt just right. I want to go again!

ワイピオバレーの普段入れないところでの乗馬だったので、雄大なハワイの自然を見られて堪能でき、最高でした！
スタッフの方もとてもよくしてくれ、英語ができない子どももとても楽しませてくれました。
（大人は少しわかった方がいいです）
行き帰りの移動に3〜40分、乗馬の時間は1時間半くらいですがちょうどいい感じです。
また行きたいです！

It was hot since it was July. There were rentals for coats and boots, but they weren't necessary. Even when it drizzled a bit along the way, it was fine. It's better to apply sunscreen (I ended up getting really sunburned because I didn't). Each horse has its own personality, and the horse I rode didn't listen to me, but that's part of its charm.

７月なので暑かったです。コートや、ブーツの貸し出しもありましたが、要らないくらいです。途中でパラパラと雨が降る事があっても平気でした。日焼け止めクリームは塗っておいた方がいいですね。(塗らずに行ったら真っ赤になってしまいました)
馬の個性があり自分の乗った馬は言うことを聞いてくれませんでしたがそれはまた愛嬌でしょう。

The tour itself was incredibly exciting. However, personally, I almost experienced altitude sickness. I had quite a bit of headache and shortness of breath, but after returning to the hotel and sleeping, I felt better right away. Even with the risk of altitude sickness, I think it's a tour worth going on. The starry sky and sunset are both wonderful.

ツアー自体は最高にエキサイティングでした。
が、私個人のことなのですが高山病になりかけました。かなりの頭痛と息苦しさを少し発症してしまいましたが、ホテルに帰り、眠るとすぐ治りました。
高山病になりかけても、行くべき価値のあるツアーだと思います。
星空もサンセットも素晴らしいです。

Our family had a great time on this horse ride through the peaceful Waipi'o valley. We learned a lot about it from our very knowledgeable guides (they are also residents of the valley!). No riding experience is necessary but our 11 y.o. daughter has taken lessons, and we've done a few other, similar tours. It's all just walking pace (no trotting) but you go through small rivers and streams and see some beautiful vegetation and waterfalls. We were so glad not to have to walk the steep and dangerous path from the main (paved) road down to the valley floor where the stable is. The view from the top is spectacular! We went during an unusually dry and hot spell, so if you go after a rainfall, I'm sure it's even more incredible. What's especially nice is the tour is small (our group was 10 people), so you get highly personalized attention. Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, and bugspray! All in all, I would highly recommend.

It was really great.
The weather was favorable, so we could see a lot of stars. It was the best stargazing experience of my life.
The guide was fun, reliable, and there were no complaints.
They also took care of my health, and since it was a trip while acclimatizing to high altitude, that was good.
The only downside was that the bento was a bit mediocre. The miso soup was incredibly delicious.

すごく良かった。
天候にも恵まれたため、かなり星空が見えた。人生で最高の星空体験。
ガイドさんも楽しく。頼り甲斐があり、文句なし。
体調面も気を使ってもらい、高地順応しながらの旅だったのでよかった。
残念な点は、弁当が微妙なところ。味噌汁は最高に美味しかった。

This was an amazing excursion for our family! We have visited Hawaii several times, but this was our first horseback riding experience. It definitely did NOT disappoint! The guides were patient and helpful throughout the trip. They gave a detailed safety briefing and Jaime took time with my younger daughter to practice a few commands so she would feel more comfortable. The views during our ride were beautiful and breathtaking at times! We had a great time at the waterfall as well. There was plenty of time to swim, play in the waterfall, kayak and use the paddle boards. They also had life jackets if needed. I could go on forever about how much we loved this trip! I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for a fun way to see the beauty of this island.

The guide was very kind, and it was a fun time! The talk and the photography were full of enthusiasm and it was really great. The cocoa made under the starry sky was very delicious and warming! The bento wasn't very tasty, though > < (I'm sorry...)

ガイドの方がとても親切で楽しいひと時でした！
トークも撮影もサービス精神旺盛でとてもよかったです。
星空の下で作ってくださったココアがとてもおいしくて温まりました！
お弁当はあまりおいしくなかったです＞＜（すみません…）

This was a great experience for the entire family. Our two girls did not have any riding experience and were really nervous. The guides gave a very detailed safety briefing and made sure the girls were comfortable before the trip started. The guides were always close by to help them guide the horses when needed. The scenery on the entire trip was the most beautiful I have seen since being on the island. The stop at the waterfall was incredible. We had plenty of time to enjoy the paddle boards, kayaks and swim under the waterfall. This experience was the highlight of our trip and I highly recommend to those considering it. I recommend wearing pants if you have them.

I had a great time riding horses and crossing the river while enjoying nature. The horses were so cute! It might be a good idea to bring insect repellent!

馬に乗って川を渡ったり、自然を満喫出来て楽しかったです。
馬がとても可愛かった〜
虫除けを持っていくといいかも！

This time, we were blessed with good weather, and the sunset and stargazing from above the clouds were wonderful. I was captivated by the gradient of colors changing from yellow to deep red, forgetting the passage of time. During stargazing, I was able to see the North Star, the Southern Cross, the Milky Way, and several shooting stars, which reminded me of the starry skies at Yokote Mountain where I used to stay during my student days. Although I had a view of about 180 degrees, this time it was a full 360 degrees☆☆☆☆☆. The guide's explanations of the constellations were easy to understand, and thanks to that, I was able to grasp how to observe constellations, which I found confusing in elementary school science. I had no idea that Scorpio was so large. I'm thrilled that I've now been able to identify constellations beyond just the Big Dipper.

今回は、天候にも恵まれ雲上からの夕陽と星座観測が素晴らしかったです
夕日は暫し、時間の経過も忘れ唯々その黄色から深紅に変わりゆくグラデーションに見とれていました。
星座観測では、北極星・南十字星・天の川に加え、複数の流れ星も見ることができて、久しぶりに学生時代に居候していた横手山の星空を思い出しました。せいぜ１８０度位の視界でしたが、今回は３６０度☆☆☆☆☆に☆彡三昧でした。ガイドさんの星座の解説も判りやすく、小学校の理科ではチンプンカンプンだった星座の見方もお陰様で分かるようになりました。さそり座があんなに大きかったなんて知りませんでした。これからは、北斗七星以外にも自分で見つけられる星座ができたことはうれしい限りです。

This is quite an old post, but... I wanted to do some stargazing, so I signed up for this tour in December! I already knew it had snowed while I was in Japan, and when I received a call before the pickup time, I was informed that "due to the snowfall at the summit of Mauna Kea, stargazing might not be possible." I appreciated the advance notice, as it allowed me to prepare mentally.

On the day of the tour, there were quite a few clouds, and it seemed like the weather was going to be a challenge for deciding where to watch the sunset. However, our guide worked really hard, checking the cloud conditions and exchanging information with other guides, and we were able to move around and successfully view the sunset! We also got some wonderful photos taken!

The guide made sure to use the digital cameras and DSLRs that participants had to capture the best shots. Before stargazing, we had some time for shopping, exploring wild plants, and enjoying a lunch break. The warmth of the miso soup was comforting in the cold! At such a high altitude, the air felt different from what you would expect in Hawaii.

Then it was time for stargazing... or so we thought, but unfortunately, there had been snowfall near the summit, and the road was closed, so we couldn't go to the top. It was really disappointing, but the stars were beautiful even from the mid-level area where we waited! Since we couldn't do the stargazing, we also received a partial refund.

However, thanks to our unique and entertaining guide who worked hard throughout the tour, I had a very enjoyable time! If I get the chance again, I would love to try for a second time! Thank you so much to the guide who put in so much effort from start to finish!

かなり前の投稿になってしまいますが…
星空観察がしたくて、12月にこちらのツアーに申し込みました！
雪が降ったことは日本にいるときに既に知っており、
ピックアップ時間前にお電話を頂いた時も「マウナケア山頂の積雪によってもしかすると星空観測ができないかもしれない」という連絡を頂いていました。
事前連絡を頂けて、心の準備ができたので有難かったです。
当日は少し雲が多めで、サンセットの場所をどうするかがかなりの悩ましいお天気だったようです。
でも、すごく頑張ってガイドさんが雲の様子を見ながらほかのガイドさんとの情報交換を続けてくれて、あちこちと動いてくれて無事にサンセットを見学！！
素敵な写真も撮っていただきました！！
参加者が持っているデジカメや一眼レフも、ちゃんと使いこなしてベストな写真を残してくださいます。
星空観測の前に時間があって、ショッピングや野草の見学、お弁当タイムも。
寒さにお味噌汁の温かさがしみるぅぅ！
標高が高いので、ハワイとは思えないような空気を感じます。
そしていざ、星空観察…！！
の予定でしたが、あいにく頂上付近からしばらく積雪があり、道路はクローズになっていて頂上には行けませんでした…。
本当に残念でしたが、待機していた中腹部分でも星はきれいでした！
そして、星空観察ができなかった為、一部返金もしていただきました。
でも、個性的な面白いガイドさんが終始頑張ってくれたおかげで、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました！
また機会があるなら、リベンジしたいです！
せっかくのツアー時間だからと、最初から最後まですごく頑張ってくださったガイドさん、本当にありがとうございました^^

I was worried because it was cloudy on the day, but by night it cleared up, and I was able to see the starry sky, which was my main goal! The guide was knowledgeable about cameras and taught us how to take great photos of the night sky.

当日曇っていたので不安だったのですが、夜になったら晴れ、一番の目的だった満天の星空を見ることができました！ガイドさんがカメラに詳しく、星空を上手に撮る方法を教えてくださいました。

I participated in a two-and-a-half-hour morning course. There were a total of four participants, including us and a foreign family. The guide spoke only in English, but spoke slowly and clearly, so there were no particular difficulties. The horses were well-trained and even did canter. The weather was great, and I thoroughly enjoyed horseback riding in the beautiful scenery, which was very healing.

午前の部の2時間半のコースに参加。参加者は私たちと外国人親子の計4名でした。ガイドは英語のみですがゆっくりと分かり易く話してくれるので特に不自由はありません。馬はよく調教されており、駈歩までしてくれます。天気も良く最高の景色の中で大いに乗馬を楽しみ癒されました。

The guides where friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The area was gorgeous, pictures do not do it justice. The horses knew what they were doing so it was simple for all levels of riding. I highly recommend anyone on the Big Island to make the trip to tour Waipio Valley!

Had a relaxing and fun day with the Kahua Ranch horseback group! Went with my husband and two teenage sons. My youngest son has high functioning Autism and was given a gentle sweet horse. The ranch is beautiful and has many types of terrain to ride across. The ranch is a working ranch with cattle and cows with calves. There are also sheep spread around the property. The guides are knowledgeable and fun and support the guests with instruction and help throughout the ride. This is a gentle relaxing ride for all skill levels. I would recommend this excursion for folks wanting a calm relaxing ride threw the pastures of Big Island! (The cows get all the best views on Big Island!)