Hawaii
About 10 years ago, I experienced this and couldn't forget the excitement from that time, so this is my second participation. There are few local staff who speak Japanese, but it was an amazing experience.
約10年前にも体験しその時の興奮が忘れられず2回目の参加になります。
現地スタッフに日本語が喋れる方が少ないですが最高の体験になりました。
The pineapple garden at Dole was a bit rushed due to time constraints, but I was satisfied with the sightseeing! There were height and weight restrictions for horseback riding, so I chose this course, but in reality, they didn't check my weight or height closely, so I thought I should have gone for the mountain course instead. The weight limit was stated as 102 kilograms, but the trainer looked like he was over 120 kilograms, haha. My child's height was also not enough, but it was okay!
I can't speak English, but since a Japanese guide explained things along the way, there were no issues!
If I go again, I would definitely choose a longer horseback riding experience on a course with better scenery!
Thank you!
ドールのパイナップル園とか、何せ時間が少しずつだったので少し慌ただしかったが、観光面では満足でした!
乗馬の身長体重規制があったので、このコースを選びましたが、実際には体重も身長も細かく言われなかったので山のコースにすれば良かった〜( ´Д`)y━・~~と思いました。
体重も102キロ迄とありましたが、実際トレーナーの方は120キロオーバーに見えました笑
子供の身長も全然足りませんでしたがオーケーでした!
英語も喋れませんが、予め、日本のガイドの方が道中で説明してくれたので問題ありませんでした!
次回行くことがあるなら、是非もっと長く乗馬が出来て、景色の良いコースにします!
ありがとうございました!
Thank you for participating. The seaside course is for ages 7 and up, while the canyon course is for ages 5 and up, with a weight limit of 102 kg for both courses. Please be sure to try the longer canyon course next time. I'll ask the trainer about their weight to see if they're following the rules. (laughs)
ご参加ありがとうございました。
海辺コースは7歳から、渓谷コースは5歳から、両コースとも体重上限102キロ。の条件のみです。次回、長いコース渓谷を是非お試し下さい。
守っているかどうか、トレーナーの体重聞いてみます。(笑)
Last year, I participated in this tour for the first time and was so moved that I decided to join again this year as a key event in Maui! As a result, there were many clouds this time, so we couldn't see a sky full of stars, but just listening to Yamapi's explanations makes this tour worth it. Rather, it feels like a waste not to visit Haleakalā when coming to Maui! I plan to visit Maui again to experience the starry sky and the atmosphere of Haleakalā, and to meet Yamapi. Thank you very much!
去年、初めてこのツアーに参加させて頂いて
信じられないくらいに感動したので今年もマウイの主軸イベントとして
参加!
結果、今回は雲が多く満天の星というわけにはいきませんでしたが
ヤマピーさんの解説を聞いているだけでこのツアーには参加する価値があります。というよりマウイに来てハレアカラに行かないなんてことは勿体ない気がします!
また星空とハレアカラの空気、ヤマピーさんに会いにマウイを訪れるつもりです。有難うございました!
I think it's something you should experience at least once in your life. Surprisingly, I was able to enjoy it without feeling scared! When you reach around 4,300 meters, all you can see below is the sea and clouds, which makes any fear disappear. Even if you're feeling tense, the kind instructor helps you relax! At the moment of jumping, the instructor skillfully guides you out of the plane. For about a minute, you're in free fall; during this time, I found it a bit hard to breathe and felt slightly uncomfortable, but after the parachute opens, you can enjoy a walk through the clouds and the sky. If you leave it to the instructor, you can come down safely without worry.
人生で1度は体験するべきかなと思います。想像していたより、怖いと感じずに楽しめました!4300メートル付近まで行くと下を見ても海と雲しかないので、怖さも吹き飛びますし、緊張していても優しいインストラクターがリラックスさせてくれます!飛ぶ瞬間はインストラクターが上手く飛んでくれるので、自然と飛行機の外に出て行けます!約1分間はフリーホール状態、この時が息が上手く出来ず若干苦しいと感じましたが、パラシュートを開いてからは雲の中や空の散歩を楽しめます。インストラクターに任せていれば安心して下りて来られます。
It was my first horseback riding experience in Hawaii. I thought the sun would be strong, so I participated wearing sunglasses and long sleeves. There were few participants in the 2-hour course, which made it very enjoyable. Unfortunately, I could only take photos while the horse was walking, so I missed the chance to take pictures at the sign in the filming location of Jurassic Park. I participated with my sister and niece, so it felt like we were taking pictures of each other from the front and back. It was helpful that there was a bag on the horse that could hold a plastic bottle and my phone. I would like to participate again.
ハワイでははじめての乗馬体験でした。
日差しが強いかと思い、サングラスと長袖で参加しました。
2時間コースの参加者が少なく、とても楽しく出来ました。
写真は馬が歩きながらのみでしたので、せっかくのジュラシックパークの映画ロケ地での看板がある所で写真が撮れず残念でした。
お姉ちゃんと、姪っ子との参加でしたので、前からと後ろからの写真の撮り合いという感じでした。
馬にペットボトルと携帯が入る位の袋がついており助かりました。
また参加したいと思います。
I was a bit anxious with just a simple explanation, but the horses were very well trained, and I was able to enjoy the experience. The scenery was also beautiful, and I think I was able to see a lot of Kualoa Ranch through this one experience. The guide was very kind, taking photos during the experience and also taking pictures for me from great spots.
簡単な説明のみで、不安でしたが馬がとても良く調教されており楽しんで体験することができました。
景色もとても良く、この体験一つでクアロアランチを大体みて回れたと思います。
ガイドさんもとても優しく、体験中写真を撮ってくれたり、いい場所からの写真を代わりに撮ってくれたりしてとても優しかったです。
This is my second time experiencing horseback riding, having first tried it in Haleiwa. Last time, I rode for an hour in the mountains, but this time at Kualoa, the ride was longer and I was excited because it’s a filming location for Jurassic Park. It was quite difficult to take photos while riding, and I was disappointed that I couldn't capture them as I had hoped.
ハレイワではじめて乗馬を体験し、今回で二度目になります。前回は一時間で山の中の乗馬でしたがクアロアでの乗馬は時間も長くジュラシックパークのロケ地ということもあって期待していました。馬に乗りながら写真を撮ることはなかなか難しく、思うようには撮れなかったのが残念でした。
Good time had by all. Fun Supportive and Helpful Crew
It was the best! It was my second time in life! The bus driver was fun, and you definitely should try skydiving!
最高でした!
人生2度目!バスの運転手も楽しかったし、スカイダイビングは絶対やったほうがいいですー!
We made an internet reservation on-site with three guys who got along well. It was all of our first time horseback riding, but we had an incredibly fun time unique to Hawaii. Everything from check-in to the explanations was in English. If that's okay with you, there are no problems at all. I highly recommend it.
気の合うメンズ3人で現地インターネット予約。3人とも初めての乗馬でしたが、ハワイならではのサイコーに楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。受付から説明、何もかも英語オンリーです。その点オッケーならば全く問題ナシ。おすすめです。
I had my first experience of skydiving, which was a dream come true!! The waiting time was long, and getting the video taken cost quite a bit, but it was the best experience I could have, something I can't do every day. This is definitely a great way to relieve stress!
夢のスカイダイビングを初体験!!
待ち時間とか長かったし、ビデオ取ってもらったら結構お金かかったけど、普段できない体験できて、最高でした。
ストレス発散にはこれだね!
I was so nervous since the day before! The meeting time was early and it was tough, but I was too excited to feel sleepy! I wrote the consent form in the car, so it was a bit hard to write because of the bumps. I read in reviews that sometimes you have to wait for three hours, so I was wondering how long we would wait today, but my turn came up quickly! The instructors were all cheerful, and it was a lot of fun! The timing for jumping was left to the instructor, so there was zero time to hesitate! But it was really enjoyable! The scenery was absolutely amazing! After opening the parachute, it shook quite a bit, so I felt a little nauseous. I recommend motion sickness medication for those who are prone to it!
I had requested a video, but I didn't know if the cameraman would jump or if the instructor would take the photos until that moment! The instructor took my photos, while my friend jumped with both the cameraman and the instructor! So, I only gave a tip to the instructor, but my friend gave tips for both of them!
前日からずっとドキドキしてました笑
集合時間が早くて辛かったけど
ドキドキしすぎて眠くなかったです!笑
車の中で同意書を書いたので
揺れて書きずらい笑
レビューなどでは3時間待ったりする
時もあると書いてたので
今日はどれくらい待つのかなと思ってたら
すぐ順番が回ってきました!
インストラクターの方も陽気な人ばかりで
楽しかったです!
飛び降りるタイミングは
インストラクターの方任せなので
戸惑ってる時間は0でした!笑
でも本当に楽しかったです!
景色が最高過ぎます!
パラシュートを開いてから
結構揺れたのでちょっと酔いました笑
乗り物酔いしやすい方は
酔い止めをおすすめします!
ムービーをお願いしていて
カメラマンも飛ぶのか
インストラクターの人が撮るのか
その時にならないと分からなかったです!
私はインストラクターの方が撮ってくれて
友達はカメラマンとインストラクターと
3人で飛びました!
なので私はインストラクターの方にチップを
渡しただけでしたが
友達は2人分チップを渡しました!
I visited Haleakalā 25 years ago, and since it was during the day then, this was my first time experiencing the sunset. Unlike Japan, the regulations for entering the park have become quite strict, which I felt is important for preserving nature. The weather was such that there was a sea of clouds below, while above, it was perfectly clear with not a single cloud in the sky. There was no wind, and the moon was in its crescent phase. Our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, mentioned that it was perfect for sunset and stargazing.
At 7 PM, the sunset occurred, and the sun set faster than I had imagined, followed by the green flash. In the eastern sea of clouds, I could distinctly see the elliptical earth shadow, which gave a sense of the Earth's roundness. After the sun completely set, the starry sky was breathtaking. Mr. Yamauchi pointed out the prominent constellations, and I was able to see the Southern Cross clearly for the first time in a while, which was quite nostalgic.
Additionally, with a high-powered telescope connected to GPS that moved with a remote control, I could see Jupiter's vertical bands and the four planets lined up vertically. Various meteor showers were also visible, and the stars at lower altitudes sparkled like jewels, leaving me in awe. Maui offered a relaxed experience, allowing me to connect with nature on a global and cosmic scale, making it the best trip ever.
25年前にハレアカラに行ったことがあり、この時は日中でしたので今回初めてサンセットに行きました。日本とは違い入山の規制がかなり厳しくなっていて、自然を残すには大切なことだと感じました。天候は下界は雲海で、上空は雲ひとつない快晴、風も無風で、月齢がいわゆる三日月で、ガイドのヤマウチさんはサンセット&星空観察にはパーフェクトと言っておられました。午後7時のサンセットは、太陽が想像以上の速さで沈み、その後にグリーンフラッシュが訪れました。そして東の雲海には地球の丸さを感じる楕円形のアースシャドーがくっきり浮かびました。日が完全に沈んでからは、満天の星空でヤマウチさんが代表的な星座を教えてくれ、久しぶりにくっきりした南十字星を見ることができ、感傷に浸ることができました。また、GPSに接続していてリモコンで動く倍率の高い望遠鏡では、木星の縦の線や縦に並んだ4個の惑星がくっきり見え、他にもいろいろな流星群も見え、高度の低い位置の星は宝石のような輝きでうっとりとしました。マウイ島はゆったりとした時間が過ごせ、地球規模・宇宙規模の自然が体験でき、最高の旅行となりました。
On the day of the tour, the weather was great, and we could see the summit of Mauna Kea from the hotel in the morning. I was worried when clouds appeared along the way, but the summit was clear. Mauna Loa and Hualalai were also clearly visible. It was colder than I expected, so I was grateful for the warm clothing I rented. A few days earlier, I had seen Mauna Kea from Haleakalā on Maui, so it was fulfilling to see Haleakalā from Mauna Kea in return. When it got dark, I was able to see the Southern Cross, which I had longed to see during stargazing. The guide provided detailed explanations of constellations like Scorpius, Libra, Virgo, and Cancer, which was very educational. I appreciated the guide's stories and attentiveness. It was a very good tour.
当日は朝からマウナケア山頂がホテルから見える良い天気。
途中、雲が出て心配したが山頂は快晴。
マウナロア、フアラライもくっきりと見渡せる。
思ったよりも寒さが厳しく、借りた防寒着がありがたい。
数日前に登ったマウイ島のハレアカラからマウナケアが見えたので、
逆にマウナケアからハレアカラを見たいとの願いもかなった。
暗くなり星空観測では、念願の南十字星を見ることができた。
さそり座、てんびん座、おとめ座、かに座など星座を詳しく解説
してもらい、勉強になりました。
ガイドさんの話や気配りがうれしかったです。
大変良いツアーでした。
Dear Kei,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We are very pleased that the tour of Mauna Kea, which is selected as one of the world's scenic spots, met your expectations. We hope you will visit the Big Island again next time. All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.
Nature School
Chie Kimura (Tomoé)
けい様
弊社のツアーにご参加頂きましてまことにありがとうございます。
世界の絶景に選ばれているマウナケアが満足のいくツアーとなりまして弊社も大変嬉しいです。
次回も是非ハワイ島にお越し下さいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
ネイチャースクール
木村智恵(トモエ)
Until I took off, I was so nervous that no matter how much water I drank, I couldn't quench my thirst. However, even as someone who dislikes roller coasters, I had a lot of fun and I want to try it again. I'm really glad I did it. Thank you very much.
飛ぶまでは、緊張で水を飲んでも飲んでも潤いませんでしたが、ジェットコースターの嫌いな私でも、かなり楽しかったですし、また、やってみたいと思いました。本当にやって良かったです。ありがとうございました。
Incredible experience! Don't second guess yourself or sike yourself out, just go for it! The staff are very well trained and extremely friendly and fun. If you're going to do it get the video and picture package so you can relive the experience and show your friends and family. Once your jump is completed, you will want to jump again I promise! Good luck and have fun people! Special shout out to Connor my tandem guide. You rock dude!
Here's my buddies and I jumping. I used the videos we paid for, did some editing and put them together. Totally worth it!! https://youtu.be/UlDm7FcLGNI
I participated in the morning session. It took about an hour and a half from Kona to reach the meeting place. We drove to the stable in the canyon and chose our horses. The instructions were 100% in English, so I had to pick up on the reins and precautions somewhat intuitively (laughs). The horses are well-trained, and the instructors are positioned at the front and back of the line, so I didn't feel particularly anxious. However, some horses would stop to eat grass or drink water and act freely, so I think it's important to take the lead.
By the way, what I found personally helpful to bring was a windbreaker. Depending on the timing (late April), I was caught in a sudden downpour that required an umbrella for about 10 minutes during the ride. I was unsure if it would be a nuisance, but I tied it around my waist and was able to quickly put it on while on the horse to shield myself from the rain, which turned out to be a great decision! They might provide raincoats if it rains from the start, but if it starts raining during the ride, each person will need to handle it on their own! Everyone was using insect repellent spray as well.
The instructors were all kind, explaining plants along the way and taking photos, which made for great memories. It's not often you get the chance to ride through such magnificent nature, and I'm glad I participated. I would love to do it again if I come back to the Big Island. Lastly, after horseback riding, I had a malasada at Tex Drive In near Honokaa, which I also recommend.
午前の部に参加しました。
コナから1時間半程かかって集合場所に到着。渓谷にある馬屋まで車で移動し馬を選んでもらいます。
説明は100%英語なので手綱操作や注意事項は何となく察する感じで(笑)
馬はよく調教されてますしインストラクターの方が隊列の前後にいるので特に不安は感じませんが、馬によっては止まって草を食べたり水を飲んだり好き勝手に行動するので主導権を握る事が大事だと思います。
ちなみに個人的に持って行って役立ったのがウインドブレーカーでした。
時期(4月末)によるのかもしれませんが、乗馬の最中に10分程普通に傘がいるレベルの通り雨に降られました。邪魔になるかな?と思いつつ腰に巻いていきましたが馬上でさっと羽織って雨をしのぐことができて大正解でした!
最初から雨の時はカッパをかしてくれる?かもしれませんが、途中で降った場合は各自で対応になります!
後は虫よけスプレーをみんな使っていました。
インストラクターの方はみんな親切で途中で植物の説明をしてくれたり、写真を撮ってくれていい思い出になりましたし、雄大な自然の中を馬で散歩できる機会なんてそうそうないし参加して良かったです。
またハワイ島に来たらやってみたいです。
最後に、乗馬の後はホノカア近くのテックスドライブインでマラサダを食べましたがこちらもオススメです。
I signed up for horseback riding even though I couldn't speak English, thinking I could manage somehow. However, I found that I could hardly understand the explanations in English, and I only grasped the instructions through gestures. After quickly choosing a horse, we were off. I was really anxious, but the horse was well-trained and moved forward to some extent. At first, I was just trying to stay on, but gradually I was able to take in the scenery. However, at one point, the horse started eating grass, and when I tried to overtake another horse, I got scolded and almost fell off, desperately hanging on.
As I got more comfortable, I learned to control the horse so that it wouldn't get too close to others, and I started to find it cute. The freshness of the valley and my first horseback riding experience were thrilling yet enjoyable. I believe I can ride better next time. The time felt quite long, and my backside started to hurt a bit, and my legs were trembling afterward. I didn't have the chance to drink water during the ride because I couldn't let go of the reins. I took pictures with a camera hanging around my neck, using one hand. A guide did take a picture for me once.
初めての乗馬で英語が出来ないのに何とかなるかと申込みました。やはり英語の説明がほとんど理解出来ず、説明している時のジェスチャーのみで理解し、すぐ馬を選ばれて乗り込んだら出発です。すごーく不安でしたがそこは調教済のお馬さん、ある程度は進んでくれます。はじめは乗ってるだけで精一杯でしたが徐々に景色を観る余裕が。でも途中で草を食べ始めたり、他の馬を追い抜こうとして怒られ、ヒヒーンとなり落ちそうになって一生懸命捕まりました。
慣れてくると他の馬に近づき過ぎないようにコントロール出来るようになったりするので可愛く思えてきます。渓谷の清々しさと初めての乗馬はハラハラしつつ楽しかったです。次はもっと上手く乗れるはず。時間はけっこう長く感じました。少しお尻が痛くなり、終わった後は足もプルプルしました。手を離す余裕がなく途中で水を飲むことは私はありませんでした。写真も首にかけたカメラで片手で適当に撮る感じでした。一度ガイドさんが撮ってくれましたが。
My husband and I decided to take the atv tour for our anniversary while vacationing in Oahu. We are both very satisfied with the tour and the guide (Pablo). We had a lot of fun and enjoyed the gorgeous views to see throughout the tour. There were 6 of us in a group and I thought that was nice and just enough people. We are very happy we decided to take this ride. The Kualoa Ranch has many things to do and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
This is my fourth consecutive year using this service. The weather was great, and I had a wonderful time. The view from horseback is truly amazing. I will use it again.
4年連続の利用になります。
天気にも恵まれ気持ちのいい時間を過ごせました。
馬上からの景色は本当最高です。
また利用します。
Thank you for participating.
We appreciate your continued participation.
The height from the horse is beyond expectations, isn't it?
If you haven't yet, I also recommend the seaside course. We look forward to seeing you in the fifth year as well.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
連続でのご参加、感謝です。
馬からの高さは、期待以上ですよね。
まだであれば、海辺コースもおすすめです。5年目もお待ちしてます。
Tour actually worked out better than expected. The tour vans are nice and new, the guides are nice and knowledgeable. You go right to the telescope summit and watch the sunrise followed by a great star gazing experience.
The lasagna ain't great but bring snacks and you'll have a great time
Beautiful scenery, knowledgeable guides, perfect photo ops....HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
I was a bit worried about participating alone, but the people I joined talked to me, and I had an amazing time without feeling lonely at all! I had previously experienced skydiving in New Zealand, so this was my second time, but skydiving in Hawaii was even better. The scenery was incredibly beautiful, and the instructor was kind. However, the instructor assigned to me couldn't speak Japanese... (laughs) I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Hawaii!
一人での参加だったので寂しいかなー、と思っていたんですが、一緒に参加していた方々に話しかけていただき、寂しさを感じることもなく最高の時間を過ごさせていただきました!スカイダイビング自体は以前にニュージーランドで経験しており、二度目でしたがハワイでのスカイダイビングの方がよかったです。すごくきれいな景色でインストラクターも優しかったです。ただ、担当?のインストラクターは日本語が話せない方でしたが..(笑)またハワイに来たときは必ず参加したいと思います!!
The staff really pumped up the atmosphere, making it a tour filled with laughter. I was completely satisfied just with the stargazing from the halfway point. I want to participate again!
スタッフの方がすごーっく盛り上げて下さって、笑いの絶えないツアーになりました。中腹からの星空観測だけで大満足でした。
また参加したいです。
Dear Mami,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. I hope we have more customers with a positive mindset like yours. Next time, I would love for you to join us for the sunset tour around mid-May to June, when you can see the Southern Cross. Please let us know when you plan to visit the island.
Nature School
Chie Kimura (Tomoé)
まみ様
弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございました。
マミさまのようなポジティブなお考えのお客様ばかりだといいなと思います。
次回はぜひ春先たとえば5月中旬から6月あたりなど夕陽ツアーでは南十字星がみえたりします。
是非ご来島頂きたいと思いますのでその時は御知らせくださいませ。
ネイチャースクール
木村智恵(トモエ)
On the day of the tour, the weather was gloomy and I wondered where Mauna Kea was, but when we reached the summit, it was clear, and we were able to enjoy a sunset with beautiful colors. By the time the stars began to appear, the thin clouds above had cleared, providing the best stargazing experience.
It was a tour where I could enjoy the sunset and the starry sky with my eyes, listen to the guide's explanations with my ears, and feel the cold at an altitude of 4,000 meters on my skin.
The guide's explanations and trivia on the way there and back were very helpful. There was a wealth of recommended information about the Big Island, and I wish I had participated in the tour on the first day.
ツアー当日はどんよりした天気でマウナケアはどこに山があるの?な感じでしたが、
山頂まで上がると晴れていて、夕焼け付きのサンセット見させてもらいました。
星空が見え始める頃には、上空にあった薄曇も晴れて最高の星空観察でした。
夕日と星空を目で見て楽しんで、ガイドさんの解説を耳で楽しんで、標高4000mの寒さを肌で感じらことのできるツアーでした。
行き帰りのガイドさんの説明やうんちくとても参考になりました。ハワイ島のオススメ情報盛りだくさんで、初日にツアー参加すればよかったかも。
The driver who guided us was very kind and taught us various things about Hawaii.
Horseback riding is enjoyable even for beginners, and it seems they choose riders based on the horse's personality! We just walked in a line at a slow pace, but riding along the beach and through the forest is soothing and relaxing. It seems that they don't cancel even with a little rain!
For individual bookings, there are courses that last about two hours where you can also run, but that seems to be completely for advanced riders!
案内していただいた運転手さんも親切でハワイのことを色々と教えていただきました。
乗馬は初心者でも楽しく遊べて、馬の性格に合わせて乗せる人を選んでるようですね!
一列になりゆっくり歩くだけですが海岸や森林の中を乗馬するのは心地よく癒されます。
多少の雨でも中止はないみたいですねw
個人での申し込みでは、2時間くらいのコースもあり走らせることも出来るようですが完全に上級者用ですねw
Thank you for participating.
The seaside course is unique to Hawaii and is highly recommended by our company. We're glad to hear you enjoyed it.
Next time, please challenge yourself with the advanced course.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
海辺コースはハワイならではのコースで、当社おすすめです。楽しまれたご様子、良かったです。
次回は上級者コース、チャレンジしてください。
I participated alone. It was a morning gathering course.
On the day of the event, it was cloudy, and since it was dangerous when the sky wasn't clear, we waited for over six hours. Additionally, we couldn't jump over 4000 feet, and the participation fee was reduced with a cash back. When the altitude decreases, the free fall time shortens, and the overall airtime becomes quite short.
I heard that the afternoon group decided to cancel right after the morning group arrived. The morning group waited for six hours, and the risk of not being able to jump was very high.
I wish they had made a decision a bit earlier.
Also, the restroom was broken, and the nearby restrooms were also out of order, which was very inconvenient.
However, the driver and the instructors were all very caring and wonderful, and I would definitely like to request their services again if the opportunity arises.
一人で参加しました。早朝集合のコースです。
当日は曇天で、空が晴れていないと、危険だからと六時間以上またされ、さらに4000は飛べず、参加費減額でキャッシュバックになりますた。高度が下がるとフリーフォールの時間が短くなり、かつ全体の滞空時間もかなり短くなります。
早朝組が到着直後に、午後組は中止を決定したそうです。早朝組は、六時間待って、挙げ句とべないリスクが非常に高かったそうです。
もう少し早く決断してくれても良かったなと思いました。
またトイレが壊れ、近隣のトイレも壊れ、非常に困りました。
ただ、ドライバーさんやインストラクターさんは皆様大変親身で素晴らしくまたご縁があったら是非お願いしたいです。
The guide, Herald, was friendly and kept the group energized during the long drive. He shared a lot of local information about Hawaii. If you understand English, I think it's easier to participate than in a Japanese tour.
Although the weather in Kona was nice on the day of the tour, it rained as we got closer to Mauna Kea, and I was worried about the weather at the summit. However, when we arrived at the top, it was above the clouds, so there was no need to worry.
The summit of Mauna Kea was really cold. Even with a light down jacket and four layers underneath, plus a large down jacket they provided, I still felt cold. Despite the warnings about needing a jacket and long pants, some people didn't prepare, and it seemed quite cold, so they ended up spending most of the time on the bus, which was disappointing to see. (So, warm clothing is essential.)
There were parts where we joined other group tours, which made it hard to hear the explanations, and there were often car lights and white lights that are strictly prohibited for stargazing. However, I was able to see shooting stars multiple times, which was moving! I highly recommend it.
とにかくガイドのヘラルドがフレンドリーで、車の長い道のりもグループを盛り上げてくれました。ハワイのローカル情報もたくさん教えてくれました。英語が分かる方なら日本語ツアーより参加しやすいと思います。
当日はコナの天気は良かったもののマウナケアに近づくほど雨で、山頂の天気を心配しましたが、山頂に着くとそこは雲の上で心配無用でした。
マウナケアの山頂は本当に寒かったです。ライトダウンを着て4枚も着込んだ上に貸してくれる大きなダウンを着ても寒かったです。
あれだけ注意事項に上着必須、長ズボンと書いてあっても用意していない人もいて、かなり寒かったらしくバスの中でほとんどを過ごすこととなり、見ていて残念でした。(そのため、防寒具必須です)
ほかの団体ツアーと一緒になる部分もあり、説明が聞き取れなかったり、星を見るには厳禁の車のライトやホワイトライトが行き交うことも多かったですが、流れ星を何度も見ることができ、感動的でした!お勧めです。
I was worried because it started to rain while we were on the shuttle bus from Waikiki, but I had an amazing time skydiving and I really want to do it again! The instructor was there, so I wasn't scared at all!
ワイキキから送迎バスで向かってる最中、雨がふってきたりと心配してましたがすごく楽しくスカイダイビングすることができて、また飛びたい欲がすごいです!インストラクターの方がいるのでぜんぜん怖くなかったです!
We participated with a group of six, including family and friends. Since no one spoke Japanese, we managed with gestures and simple English. I cut the base of my thumb when I grabbed onto the bar due to the shock of arrival. There is also a section where you have to climb a rope for about 20 meters, so I recommend bringing leather gloves with fingertips exposed or gloves with grip. Additionally, the helmets are equipped for GoPro mounts, so if you want to bring one, a helmet mount or chest mount would be good.
友人家族含め6人で参加しました。日本語が通じる人は全くいないので、ジェスチャーと簡単な英語でなんとか乗り切りました。バーにつかまって到着時の衝撃で親指の付け根を切ってしまいました。途中20mほど綱登りをする場面もあるので、指先が出た革のグローブまたは滑り止めのついた軍手などを持って行くことをおすすめします。また、ヘルメットにゴープロがつけられるようになっているので持って行きたいひとはヘルメットマウントまたはチェストマウントがよかです。