Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

Big Island Circle Tour

Reviewed by: Linda

Our driver and tour host presented us with a very interesting and colorful history of the Big Island. He had a great sense of humor too! He paced the trip on the attendees, when there was an obvious interest in an area. This tour is a good for those wanting to get a broad acquaintance with the Big Island and it's various areas and interests. It was our springboard for other activities!

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Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]

great ride

Reviewed by: Lisa

loved it, great fun! My son enjoyed cracking macadamia nuts before the ride!

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ワイピオ渓谷 　乗馬ツアー　＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ワイピオ・オン・ホースバック

It was well trained. 良く調教されていました

Reviewed by: ハワイ島リピーター

We participated as a couple.
I was worried about the explanations in English, but the horses were well-trained, and I felt safe riding as long as I trusted the horse.
Even if you're not good at English, there's no need to feel anxious about horseback riding.
During the horseback riding course, we couldn't see the ocean, but Waipi'o Valley is a scenic spot with ocean views, so it was great to enjoy it on the way back.
We left Keauhou at 7:00 and arrived at 8:30.
There is only a simple Western-style toilet available.
If you go about 1 km towards the Waipi'o Tour Center, there is a drive-in, so it might be better to use that.

夫婦二人で参加しました。
英語での説明に不安がありましたが、馬が良く調教されていて、馬に任せていれば安心して騎乗できました。
英語が不得意でも乗馬については不安を感じる必要はまったくありませんでした。
乗馬コース中、海は見えませんでしたがワイピオ渓谷自体は海の見える景勝地なので帰りに堪能できて良かったです。
ケアウホウを7時に出発して8時30分に到着しました。
トイレは簡易式の洋式トイレしかありません。
ワイピオツアーセンター方面に1Kmくらい進むとドライブインがあるのでそちらを利用したほうがいいかもしれません。

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Excellent

Reviewed by: Kelly Koch

We have been on several horseback rides on all four of the major islands and this tour had by far the best views.

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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

A "Grand" Tour

Reviewed by: Staci S.

This was a great tour for our first full day on the island. Kala , our guide, was a world of information about all things Hawaiian! He was so excited to show us turtles on the black sand beach, lava at the volcano,and beautiful Waipio Valley. He gave us great ideas on where the best burgers and the most delicious malasadas on the island where...and yes we went back to try them ! It was a long day, but as others had commented before me, it flew by!

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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

Take the time to see the island.

Reviewed by: Barbara Helms

Tour Guide was great!!!!!! Great Value!

Would suggest that you have passengers switch seats during the tour. Unfortunately we get the back seats and the viewing is not as good as the seats further towards the front. Also it was harder to talk to the guide from back there. Might be nice if halfway thru the tour everyone switch seats.

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Waipio Valley Waterfalls & Horseback Riding Tour with Naalapa Stables [Closed]

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Jo K

This experience is certainly off the beaten pack and is an amazing way to explore the nearly inaccessible Waipio Valley.
We met at the meeting point and we were driven down into the valley down one of the gnarliest roads I've ever been on in a 4x4 to the stables.
We were introduced to our horses and led on a serene trek through the valley. We went through rivers and around small holdings that are dotted around the valley. We marvelled, from a distance, at incredible waterfalls as we trekked through paths with fields on one side and jungle on the other. It was awesome.
Our guide was great and it's something we'll both always remember. We're not riders but we're extremely well looked after.
It was great. Thank you!!

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Horseback ride!

Reviewed by: Kali

This was one of our favorite adventures during our time in hawaii! Our guides were awesome and we loved getting to see the beauty of the Waipio Valley while riding horses! Highly recommend this for anyone who loves the outdoors and loves a good adventure!!

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ワイピオ渓谷 　乗馬ツアー　＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ワイピオ・オン・ホースバック

Relaxing in Waipi'o Valley ワイピオ渓谷をのんびりと

Reviewed by: わかさま

The meeting point and ending point are local, and since the guide speaks only English, it's necessary to have a rental car and understand some English. They teach you how to ride the horse slowly and clearly, so as long as you can catch everyday conversation, you should be fine.

The guides for this trip were two local women. Besides the two of us, the party included a couple and their family from the mainland, making a total of nine people, creating a friendly atmosphere.

Along the way, they taught us about various wild fruits (such as mangoes, papayas, noni, avocados, bananas, etc.), we encountered wild horses, and we visited a waterfall that can only be seen by going down into the canyon, making it a satisfying tour.

There was also a tour that went down to the canyon by car, but I recommend horseback riding as it allows you to go deeper by crossing the river and navigating through narrow paths!

This time, I chose this option because I wanted to stroll around the nearby towns of Honokaa and Waimea before and after the tour, but if you simply want to enjoy horseback riding in the canyon, I think it's better to choose a tour with a Japanese guide and transportation included.

現地集合、現地解散、英語のみのガイドなので、レンタカーとある程度の英語が分かることか必要です。馬の乗り方とかはゆっくり分かりやすく教えてくれるので、日常会話が聞き取れれば大丈夫かと。
今回ガイドしてくれたのは現地の女性二人。パーティーのメンバーは我々２人以外に本土から来た夫婦と家族の総勢９人で、和気あいあいとした雰囲気です。
途中自生している果物を色々と(マンゴー、パパイヤ、ノニ、アボガド、バナナなどなど)教えてくれたり、野生の馬に出会ったり、渓谷を下まで降りないと見られない滝を見に行ったりと満足のツアーでした。
車で渓谷の下に下りるツアーもありましたが、馬の方が川を遡ったり、細いところを入っていったりとより奥まで行けるのでオススメです！

今回はツアーの前後で周辺のホノカアやワイメアの町もブラブラしたかったので、こちらを選びましたが、単純に渓谷の乗馬だけを楽しみたい場合は、日本語ガイド、送迎付のツアーを選んだ方がいいと思います。

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ワイピオ渓谷　乗馬ツアー　絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

My 10-year-old daughter was very satisfied with the horseback riding. 10歳の娘も大満足の乗馬でした

Reviewed by: マンゴスチン

The guide was very kind and made an effort to speak to us in broken Japanese, even though my English is basic. The atmosphere was fantastic, and my daughter, who was a bit nervous at first, seemed to relax and even started petting her horse later on. Crossing the river was a lot of fun, and our family is already talking about coming back here on our next trip to Hawaii Island. I'm really glad we participated—highly recommended!

基本英語ですが一生懸命カタコトの日本語で話しかけてくれたり、とても親切なガイドさんでした。
雰囲気も最高で最初は緊張気味だった娘も後半は自分の馬を撫でたり余裕もあるような感じで＾＾
川を渡ったりするのもとても楽しく、また次のハワイ島でもここへ来ようねと家族で話しています。
参加してよかった～！オススメです＾＾

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No problem if you can't speak English. 英語ができなくとも問題なし

Reviewed by: k1row

The consent forms and explanations for riding horses are available in Japanese. A little communication in English is necessary, but if you can make it here on your own, there shouldn't be any problems.

The horses are incredibly well-trained. I was thrilled to be able to ride for longer than I expected.

One thing to be careful about is not to get too caught up in the horses and forget to enjoy the wonderful scenery. The shop at the reception also sells great souvenirs.

同意書や馬に乗る説明は日本語化されています。
少しの英語でのコミニュケーションは必要ですが、この地まで自力で来られる人ならば問題ないでしょう。

馬はものすごくよく躾けられています。思ったよりも長い時間載せていただいて感激です。

気をつけることといえば、馬のことに夢中になり過ぎて素晴らしい景色を見ることを忘れないようにしてください。
受付になっているショップも良いお土産ものが売っています。

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I recommend it. お勧めです。

Reviewed by: Yuu

We participated with two adults and two children for our first horseback riding experience. We took a four-wheel drive microbus down to the bottom of Waipi'o Valley from the meeting point. The guide provided explanations in English, but it's okay if you can't catch everything. The stunning views of the valley and the movement of the vehicle going down the steep slope felt like a little attraction, which was enjoyable. Upon arrival, the guide explained how to ride the horses in English and some broken Japanese. Although I felt a bit anxious, I could understand somewhat through gestures, and the horses were well-trained, so we could ride without any issues. After that, we rode in a line through the valley, passing taro fields and waterfalls. As we got more comfortable, it felt like we were able to control the horses ourselves, making it a very enjoyable experience. While it might be a bit lacking for experienced riders, our family, who are all beginners, was completely satisfied with the experience.

Additional notes:
- We drove from Kailua-Kona by rental car, which took about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The local office is also in a somewhat difficult-to-find location, so I recommend allowing extra time for travel.
- If you bring a camera, the guide can take photos for you along the way.
- The guide will say "right, left, pull, kick" in Japanese when necessary, so it's fine even for children who don't understand English. (According to them)

乗馬初体験の大人2人、子供2人で参加しました。
集合場所から4駆のマイクロバスのような車に乗ってワイピオ渓谷の下まで降りていきます。ガイドさんが英語で説明をしてくれますが聞き取れなくても問題ありません。渓谷の素晴らしい景色と超急坂降を下る車の動きがちょっとしたアトラクションのようで楽しめます。下に到着するとガイドさんが馬の乗り方について英語と片言の日本語で説明してくれます。ちょっと不安に思いますが身振り手振りでなんとなく理解できることと、馬が十分に調教されているので問題なく乗ることが出来ます。その後一列になってタロイモ畑や滝を見ながら渓谷の中を巡ります。慣れてくると自分で馬をコントロール出来ているような気がしてとても楽しく過ごせます。乗馬経験者には少し物足りないかもしれませんが、未経験の私たち家族は全員大満足の体験でした。

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・カイルア-コナからレンタカーで移動しましたが1時間30分かかりました。現地事務所も
　わかりにくい場所にあるので時間に余裕を持て移動することをお勧めします。
・カメラを持参すると途中でガイドさんに写真を撮ってもらえます。
・ガイドさんが「右、左、引く、蹴る」と日本語で必要時言ってくれるので英語が解らない
　子供でも大丈夫です。（本人談）

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ワイピオ渓谷　乗馬ツアー　絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

It was amazing!! 最高でした！！

Reviewed by: ようこ

All four of us in the family experienced horseback riding for the first time. We didn't fully understand English, but everyone had an amazing time! The horses were well-trained, and my 12-year-old daughter said she "wasn't scared at all." We crossed the river several times, which was fun. There was a pleasant breeze, the scenery was beautiful, and the riding time was just right—it was a very satisfying experience. Helmets are available to borrow, and you can also rent bags to keep your wallet and camera in. The weather was nice, so short sleeves were perfect. There were no bugs. I highly recommend it!

家族4人とも、乗馬初体験。英語も完璧には理解できていない。 ・・・けれども皆、最高に楽しめました！ 馬がよく調教されているので、12歳の娘も「怖くなかった」と言っていました。何度か川を越えたのですが、それが面白かったです。心地よい風も吹いていて、景色も素晴らしく、乗馬時間もちょうどよく、大満足の体験でした。ヘルメットは借りることができます。お財布やカメラを入れておけるバッグも借りれます。お天気が良かったので半袖でちょうど良かったです。虫はいませんでした。 とにかくオススメです！

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It was a wonderful experience. すばらしい体験でした。

Reviewed by: おとみ

I spent a relaxing time with my friends on the Big Island of Hawaii. Horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley was exciting. The horses were very smart and well-trained. The dogs that followed us like guides were incredibly cute and the best part. The guides were also very kind and fun people. It became a wonderful memory. I want to visit again next time.

友人たちとハワイ島でゆっくり過ごしました。ワイピオ渓谷での乗馬はわくわくでした。お馬さんたちがとても賢くて躾が行き届いていました。案内のように付いてくるワンちゃんたちがとっても可愛くて最高でした。ガイドさんたちもとても親切で楽しい方々でした。素敵な思い出になりました。今度もまた会いに行きたいと思います。

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It was a fun tour. 楽しいツアーでした。

Reviewed by: Frogtomo

I participated with my daughter (49) and grandson (16). It was all of our first horseback riding experience, but the pre-ride lecture was precise, and the horses were well-trained, so we enjoyed it without any worries. I highly recommend this. I previously participated in a carriage ride, but this was a completely different experience as we progressed along the stream.

私（７７歳）娘（４９）と孫（１６）の３人で参加しました。３人とも初めての乗馬経験でしたが、乗馬前のレクチャーも的確で馬も良くなれており全く心配なく大いに楽しめました。これはおすすめです。以前ⓑ荷馬車で参加しましたが、沢に沿って進み等全く違う経験でした。

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Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]

Our favorite vacation day!

Reviewed by: A. Durnell

This was truly a magical day in Hawaii. Waipio Valley is one of those places best seen through the eyes of someone local. This is not merely a tour, but more of an invitation to visit the valley as a guest and get the grand tour from people who truly love it and want you to as well. The horses are happy, healthy, well cared for individuals with personalities and this trail ride is not the dull, narrated nose to tail variety often found in tourist areas. You won't have a "canned" speech and your horses won't be falling asleep from having done a monotonous walk they have done a million times with no hope of change. We left feeling like we really learned a lot from our hosts, who live in the valley, love and know it well, while having seen some of the most spectacular scenery on the island. The snapshot of the view from the lookout point is certainly gorgeous, but go the extra mile and take a ride into the valley to see the taro, the waterfalls, the wild horses, the freshwater streams and amazing landscape. You won't be disappointed!

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ワイピオ渓谷　乗馬ツアー　絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

My first horseback riding experience. 初めての乗馬体験。

Reviewed by: depot

I participated because I wanted to see the Hiilawe Falls in Waipi'o Valley. Those who do hula will understand, but two waterfalls merge into one river and flow out to the sea. It was a beautiful sight.

It was my first time riding a horse, but the horses are well-trained, so there were no issues. I was nervous at first since it was my first experience. The instructions before riding are only in English, but there is a description in Japanese in front of the stable. The application form was in Japanese.

We rode for about two and a half hours through the valley, seeing taro fields, rivers, and waterfalls. The scenery was very pleasant. I would definitely like to participate again.

We are not very good at English, so we asked the hotel concierge to confirm our reservation. It can be confusing to navigate to the site by rental car.

After reaching the Waipi'o Lookout, if you return along the left side of the road, you will arrive at the shop.

Everyone gathers early, so it's best to arrive at least 30 minutes beforehand. The shop also had snacks and souvenirs.

ワイピオ渓谷でヒイラべェの滝が見たくて参加しました。フラをしている方なら分かると思いますが二つの滝が一つの川となり海へ流れ出る。メレの通りでした。
乗馬は初めてのでしたが、しっかりと調教されているので問題はありません。私は初めてだったので、慣れるまでは緊張しました。馬に乗る前の説明は英語のみですが、馬小屋の前に日本語で説明が書いてあります。参加申込書は日本語でした。
約２時間半　馬に乗って渓谷の中を回りました　タロ畑・川・滝　とても気持ちのいい景色でした。また是非、参加したいです。
私たちは、英語が得意ではありませリコンファームはホテルのコンシェルジュにおねがいしました。レンタカーで現地までは、ナビでは迷います。
ワイピオルックアウトまで行き、来た道の下側　左側を道沿いに戻るとショップに着きます。
皆さん集合が早いので、３０分前には到着していた方がいいです。ショップには、スナックやお土産もありました。

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I'm glad I went horseback riding on the Big Island! ハワイ島で乗馬してよかった！

Reviewed by: イノウエ

During my trip between Oahu and the Big Island, I was torn between horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch or Waipi'o Valley, but to cut to the chase, I made the right choice by going horseback riding here.

The first half of the experience, taking a 4WD bus down to the valley where the horses are, was incredibly enjoyable. Although I'm not great at English, the instructors seemed accustomed to Japanese speakers and taught us how to ride in a way that was easy to understand, even without grasping the language.

The horseback riding course allowed us to fully enjoy the magnificent nature unique to the Big Island. We crossed streams multiple times, and it was adorable to see the horse I was riding stop to drink water or nibble on grass along the way. If you pull on the reins, the horse will start walking, and I felt safe riding a well-trained horse. At the scenic spots, the staff kindly took photos of us while we were on horseback.

オアフ島とハワイ島のはしご旅で、クアロア牧場かワイピオ渓谷どちらで乗馬か迷っていましたが、結論から言うとこっちで乗馬して大正解でした。
前半の4wdバスで馬のいる渓谷の下まで降りるだけでもとてもとても楽しめます。
英語は苦手ですが、インストラクターの方もそう言う日本人に慣れているようで大事な乗馬の仕方は英語が理解できなくても分かるように教えてくれます。
乗馬コースはハワイ島ならではの大自然が満喫でき、小川も何度も渡りますが乗せてくれてる馬が水を飲んだり、脇道の草を食べ始めたりと可愛らしいものです。しっかり手綱を引っ張れば歩き始めますし、よく躾が行き届いた馬で安心して乗れました。絶景スポットでは馬に乗りながら写真撮影もしてくれてスタッフの方はとても親切でした。

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Overall, it was good. 総じて良かったです

Reviewed by: のんちゃん

There were six people in our group: four Japanese and two Westerners. The explanations were all in English, but there were also Japanese signs about horseback riding, so I was able to confirm any parts I didn't understand and get started.
The horses varied greatly; some were well-trained while others seemed less so (I think it depends on how they are handled).
I believe that those with even a little bit of horseback riding experience will enjoy both the scenery and the riding more than complete beginners.
Both instructors were kind, and I was happy to give them tips.

日本人4人、西洋人2人の6人のグループでした。すべて英語での説明でしたが、乗馬については日本語の掲示もありましたので、よくわからなかった部分はそれで確認できてスタートできました。
馬は個体差が大きく、よくトレーニングされているものとそうでなさそうなもの（ハンドリングの仕方だとは思いますが）もいました。
全くの初心者よりは、少しでも乗馬の心得のある方が景色も乗馬もどちらも楽しめると思いました。
インストラクターの2人はどちらも親切で、気持ちよくチップを渡すことができました。

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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

Island Tour.

Reviewed by: Maryann

We did the Circle Island Tour, small group tour which was fantastic. I cannot say enough about this tour. It was approx. 11.5 hours but the day flew by. Our driver Kevin was amazing and informed us about everything. It was a maximum 12 people which made it very enjoyable. Our lunch break we stopped at an Orchid shop and our driver had picked us up Bento Boxes, it was delicious. We saw everything from waterfalls, rain forest, black sand beach, lava tubes, lava fields, and volcanoes and so much more. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone. Well worth the money.
Thank you for the great tour.

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You can experience the nature of Waipi'o Valley. It's a recommended tour. ワイピオ渓谷の自然を味わえます。おすすめのツアーです。

Reviewed by: YOSHIYUKI SUZUKI

I think this is my fifth time participating in this tour. Even those without horseback riding experience can join without any issues. You simply proceed slowly in a line through the valley, so you can participate with peace of mind. If possible, I recommend the morning tour as it allows for more time.

Wild Mustangs come close to the herd along the way. It's interesting to see how horses have their likes and dislikes. I believe first-timers will have a very satisfying experience.

While Waipi'o Valley can be viewed from above, you can get a better sense of it by going down. Recently, Japanese documents have also been prepared, so even though the guide doesn't understand Japanese, it’s not a particular problem.

このツアーへの参加は5回目になると思います。乗馬経験のない人でもまず問題なく参加できます。ゆっくりと渓谷の中を一列に進んでいくだけですので、安心して参加できます。できれば午前中のツアーの方が時間の余裕がありますので、おすすめです。
途中野生の馬ムスタングが群れに近づいてきます。馬同士も好き嫌いがあって面白いです。
初めての方には大満足の経験ができると思います。
ワイピオ渓谷は上からも見れますが、下に降りてみると様子がよくわかります。最近では日本語の書類も用意されていますので、ガイドは日本語はわかりませんが、特に問題はありません。

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Guided Waipio Valley Horseback Riding & Waterfall Tour [Closed]

Best experience

Reviewed by: Deb Morris

It was my first time on a horse for decades and thanks to the wonderful guides and calm horses, i never felt safer. The scenery is fabulous and the guides have a huge and amazing knowledge of the valley, its inhabitants whether human or animal, as well as the plentiful edible plant life. They really made the trek perfect. Highly recommend whether a first timer or an experienced rider, you will not regret it.

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ワイピオ渓谷　乗馬ツアー　絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 ＜午前・午後／英語ガイド＞ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

First horseback riding experience 初めての乗馬体験

Reviewed by: Misae

I wanted to go down to Waipi'o Valley and was looking for a tour. I was a bit anxious since I had never been horseback riding before, but I decided to sign up for the tour thinking there might be other Japanese participants. A tall woman came to pick me up at the meeting point as the guide, and after checking in, we headed to the stables in a large vehicle with a 4x4 and horses painted on it. However, she told me that she didn't understand Japanese. I felt uneasy but she reassured me that she could say "danger!" so I should listen carefully. The horseback riding instructions were given in English and gestures, and there were Japanese warning signs and simple explanations posted. Even if you don't understand English, the horses are well-trained, so it's manageable, but if you want to understand the guide's explanations along the way, I think an intermediate level of English is necessary. The horses lined up on their own and walked easily, and the reins only required simple movements. We progressed through the river, crossed it, and even strayed off the path to eat grass, but the smart horses quickly returned to the line. We were able to slowly enjoy the taro fields and waterfalls at the bottom of the valley, and the hour and a half passed in no time. If it's a morning tour, you can head out in the afternoon, which is enjoyable. We were blessed with good weather, and I'm glad I participated. I didn't have time to take photos, but the guide took some for us along the way. I would love to participate again!

ワイピオ渓谷の下まで行ってみたくて、ツアーを探していました。乗馬もしたことがなかったので不安でしたが、日本人で参加している方がいるのならと思いツアーを申し込みました。背の高い女性がガイドで集合場所まで迎えに来てくれて、チェックイン後に4×4と馬が描かれた大きな車で厩舎まで向かいましたが、そのときに日本語は分からないからと言われました。不安になりましたが「あぶない！」だけは言えるから、よく聞いてねと。乗馬の説明は英語とジェスチャーで、日本語の注意書きや簡単な説明文は貼り出されていました。英語が分からなくても馬がよく調教されているので大丈夫ですが、ガイドさんの途中での説明も聞き取りたいのであれば中級以上の英語力が必要かとおもいます。馬は一列に勝手に並んでくれて、歩いてくれますし手綱も簡単な動きだけでした。川の中をどんどん進んだり、川を渡ったり、草を食べに道から外れたこともありましたが、すぐに列に戻ってくれる賢い馬たちでした。渓谷の下のタロイモの畑や滝もゆっくり観られて、1時間半はあっというまに過ぎました。午前のツアーであれば、午後から出かけられるので楽しめますね。天気にも恵まれ、参加してよかったです。写真を写す余裕がなかったのですが、途中でガイドさんが写してくれました。また、参加したいです！

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Waipio Valley Waterfalls & Horseback Riding Tour with Naalapa Stables [Closed]

Wonderful Experience

Reviewed by: Angie

Waipio Valley Horseback Ride was such a great and fun experience for my entire family! The scenery was beautiful and riding the horses was very exciting too. Even if it was our first time riding horseback, the guides were very calm and helpful throughout the ride. We absolutely loved it!!

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It was a valuable experience! 貴重な体験でした！

Reviewed by: rena

It was my first time riding a horse, and I was quite nervous since I'm not very good at English! However, they communicated important words like right, left, pull, and kick in Japanese, so I was able to manage some communication.

Taking a leisurely walk on horseback through the refreshing valley became a wonderful memory!

人生初の乗馬＆しかも英語は得意じゃないので、かなりドキドキ！
ですが、みぎ、ひだり、ひっぱる、ける、など
大事な単語は日本語で話してくれるので、なんとか
意思の疎通は取れました。

清々しい渓谷を、のんびり馬でお散歩したことは
とても良い思い出になりました！

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Horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley on the Big Island! by Na'alapa Stables ハワイ島　ワイピオ渓谷で乗馬！ by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

Reviewed by: オパシ

It was a great decision to join the tour since it's a place we couldn't have accessed on our own. The thrill before horseback riding was fantastic! The horses were well-trained, which made me feel secure. However, the course was a bit monotonous, and I got bored halfway through. I wished we could have gone to a spot with a better view.

自分たちでは行くことのできない場所なのでツアーに入って正解でした。乗馬するまでにスリルたっぷり！でした。馬はよく慣らされていて、安心感がありました。ただ、コースが単調で途中で飽きてしまいました。見晴らしのいい場所まで行きたかったです。

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A hidden gem in Hawaii Island!? ハワイ島の秘境！？

Reviewed by: うなし～

From the meeting point, we took a van down a steep slope to the valley. You can experience the old-fashioned Hawaii that you wouldn't normally see.

Besides our family, there were two families from Europe and America participating. The explanations were all in English, but that wasn't a problem.

We crossed the river on horseback and passed by a taro field.

集合場所からは、バンに乗りかなり急な坂を渓谷まで降りて行きます。
普通では見れない、昔ながらのハワイを感じることが出来ます。

参加者は我が家の他は、欧米の家族の二組でした。
説明は全部英語ですが、問題ないです。

川を馬に乗って渡ったり、タロイモ畑のわきを通ったりしました。

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I had a great time. 楽しめました

Reviewed by: 胆石おやじ

Both of us were a bit anxious since it was our first time riding horses, but we had a lot of fun. The horse was quite stubborn, but that added to its charm. We rode up a small stream, and the hour and a half went by in no time. They lend you a bag to keep your valuables in while in the saddle, so we were able to put our camera and water bottles in it.

二人とも初乗馬で不安でしたが、結構楽しめました。
なかなか言うことの聞かない馬でしたが、それも愛嬌でした。
小川を上って行ったりして、１時間半ほどがアッと言う間でした。
鞍に掛ける貴重品入れの袋を貸してくれますので、カメラやペットボトルも
それに入れることができました。

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Horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley. ワイピオ渓谷で乗馬

Reviewed by: いえろー

This is an all-English tour. You don't need to have strong English skills, but it might be tough if you can't understand at least a little.

For those who are not confident in their English, a Japanese tour has recently been established, which might be better even though it's more expensive. (It seems that only local guides were allowed to conduct tours until recently, but now Japanese guides have finally been permitted.)

The tour includes a full two hours of horseback riding. You'll be riding the whole time, which can be quite tiring.

The horses are well-trained, so even someone like me with almost no riding experience felt safe.

You'll ride around the Waipi'o Valley, and it was really fun to splash through the river.

I've also ridden in Oahu, but I definitely recommend this one!!

However, there are quite a few small flies, so it might be tough for those who are not good with insects.

すべて英語のツアーです。
英語力はそれほど必要ありませんが、ある程度は理解できないときついと思います。

英語に自信のない方は日本人のツアーが最近できたので、高いですがそちらの方が良いかも。
(ずーっと現地の人しかガイドができなかったらしいのですが、やっと日本人がガイドをやることを許されたらしいです。)

ツアーは2時間たっぷり乗馬します。
ずーっと乗りっぱなしです。結構疲れます。

馬はきちんと調教されている子達なので、乗馬経験がほぼない私でも安心して乗れました。

ワイピオ渓谷の中をぐるぐると乗馬して回ります。
川の中をじゃぶじゃぶと進んでいくのがとても楽しかったです。

オアフでも乗馬したことあるのですが、断然こちらがおすすめです！！

ただ、コバエのような虫が結構いるので虫が苦手な方はきついかも。。

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Abundant greenery in nature 緑たっぷりの自然

Reviewed by: 344

I had a wonderful horseback riding experience in a stunning landscape that even beginners can enjoy! The drive to the stable in the van was thrilling as we went down a steep slope. The experience of crossing the river with the car and the horse was unique and very satisfying. My horse was a bit of a troublemaker, but it made the experience even more fun. It would be even better if they took care of the smell of the rental helmets (I was prepared for it, but it was still unpleasant). Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and both my husband and I are very satisfied!

素晴らしい景色の中、初心者でも楽しめる乗馬体験が出来ました！
バンで馬小屋まで向かうドライブが、これでもか！というぐらいの坂を下り、ハラハラドキドキでした 笑
川を車や馬でジャバジャバ渡る体験は、今までなく、とても満足できました。
私の馬は、少しジャジャ馬君でしたが、かえって楽しかったです。
レンタルのヘルメットの匂いケアをしてくれれば、尚良し。（覚悟していったがやはり臭い）
総じて、素晴らしい体験ができ、夫婦共々、大満足です！

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