All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

This was my first experience with skydiving, and I wanted to try it at least once in my life, so I included it in my honeymoon plans. I participated in the afternoon session, and they provided transportation to the nearest hotel. During the ride, a manual video was played in the car, and we were instructed to fill out about four pages of a waiver (in Japanese) printed on both sides. Reading it made me anxious about jumping! (laughs) Once we arrived at the site, we first submitted the forms and vouchers, and they asked if we wanted to add photos or videos as options. The guide spoke English slowly, making it easy to understand. If you chose the photographer for the photos, they also filmed a video, and you could decide later whether to purchase it. We waited about an hour and a half before the experience. I recommend finishing any meals in advance, as there was only one food truck on-site offering fast food.

As we got closer to diving, I met the instructor, who explained the equipment and gave a brief explanation of the dive in simple Japanese. Then it was time to board the Cessna! The ground quickly became smaller, and the view of the ocean and mountains was stunning. I ended up being the first to dive. Without hesitation, the instructor jumped in, and before I knew it, I was in the sky! The view of Hawaii was breathtaking! The sunlight was beautiful, and I’m still happy that I could capture it in photos. We landed in no time. I think we were in the air for about three minutes? My husband said that the moment his feet touched the ground, he felt alive! (laughs) It was quite cold right after the dive. When the sunlight hit, it warmed up, but it’s essential to have something to wear.

I felt a great sense of accomplishment having realized my dream, enjoyed the unforgettable scenery, and returned safely, so I was very satisfied! One thing to note is that the performance varies by instructor. My husband’s instructor was doing flips in the air. Even when he tried to say "stop" in English or gesture, it didn’t get through. It seems that some instructors may have more extreme performances for male participants, so gentlemen planning to experience this should be cautious. The photos and videos are quite pricey, so if your budget allows, I recommend purchasing them. There’s also an expectation to tip the instructor, photographer, and pilot at least $20. I was so fulfilled that I even fell asleep on the way back. If you’re thinking about skydiving at least once in your life, I definitely recommend doing it in Hawaii. The cost-performance ratio, including the scenery, is great!

スカイダイビング自体初体験で、人生で一回は経験したいと思い新婚旅行のプランに組み込みました。午後の部に参加し最寄りのホテルまで送迎してくれました。移動中は車内でマニュアルのビデオが流れ、誓約書(日本語)両面印刷4枚ほどを記入するよう案内があります。読み込むと飛ぶことが不安になります。(笑)現地に着いたら用紙の回収とバウチャー提出を先にし、写真かビデオをオプションで付けるか聞かれます。ガイドさんの説明は英語をゆっくり話してくれるので聞き取りやすいです。写真はカメラマン撮影ならビデオも撮ってくれて後からビデオを購入するか選択できる感じでした。体験するまで1時間半は待ちました。飲食は事前に済ませる事をオススメします。現地だと移動販売車1台だけでファストフードしかなかったです。
ダイビング間近になるとインストラクターと初対面し器具装着と簡単な日本語でダイビングの説明をしてくれました。そしていざセスナ機へ！みるみる地上が小さくなり、海や山が鮮明に見えるのですごく景色が綺麗でした。私はなんとダイビング順の1番目になってしまいました。躊躇なくインストラクターも飛び込んだので気が付けば空の中に！ハワイの景色を一望！太陽の光も綺麗で写真に残せた事を今でも嬉しく思います。あっという間に着地していました。体感は3分くらい空に居たのかな？主人は地に足が着いた瞬間、生きている心地がしたそうです。(笑)ダイビング直後はとても寒かったです。太陽の光が刺せば暖かく徐々にハワイの気温になっていくので羽織るものは必須です。夢が実現した達成感と目に焼きつく景色を味わえかつ無事生還できたので大満足です！注意点としてはインストラクター毎にパフォーマンスが違います。主人のインストラクターは空中で何度も回転していたそうです。やめてと英語で話したりジェスチャーしても通じなかったとか。男性に対してパフォーマンスが過激な事もあるようなのでこれから体験される男性陣は気を付けて下さい。。写真やビデオはまぁいいお値段なので費用に余裕があれば購入する事をオススメします。インストラクターやカメラマンやパイロットにチップ＄20以上をあげる雰囲気もあります。帰りの車で眠っちゃうくらい充実しましたね。人生に一度はスカイダイビングしたい！と考えているならぜひハワイでダイビングする事をオススメします。景色を含めたコスパが良いですよ！

Before flying, I felt nervous and anxious, but the moment I took off, the sense of liberation and exhilaration left a strong impression on me! Also, the flight after opening the parachute was pleasant, and I could see the beautiful cityscape all at once, which felt really nice! The instructor was friendly and upbeat! When I said "I'm nervous" before flying, he replied "Me too," which made me realize that even an instructor who has flown many times still feels anxiety and nervousness. Thanks to that, the procedures and safety checks for the equipment were thorough, and I felt reassured.

飛ぶ前は緊張と不安がありましたが、飛んだ瞬間の開放感と爽快感がとても印象に残りました！また、パラシュートを開いてからの飛行も気持ちよく、綺麗な街並みが一望できてとてもきもちよかったです！インストラクターも気さくでノリノリな方でした！飛ぶ前にI'm nervousと言ったらMe tooと返されたので、何度も飛んでいるインストラクターでもやっぱり不安や緊張はあるし、そのおかげで手順や装備の安全確認は徹底されていて、安心しました。

I think there might be a mistake in the description or perhaps a different model, but I participated alone in a four-person helicopter with two people in front (including the pilot) and two in the back (maybe three?). The helicopter in the description also shows two people in front (including the pilot), so it must have been this one.

Since I was with a white father and son, I was pleasantly surprised to be given the first-class seat next to the pilot, which had a clear view down to the front windshield, without any additional option fees.

At the end of February, the weather was mostly cloudy, and there were strong winds and gusts at altitude. It felt like the pilot was constantly adjusting the controls to maintain the balance of the aircraft. Occasionally, the helicopter would drop suddenly, and the sensation of floating was exhilarating. When the helicopter tilted towards my side during the turns, I had to grip the handrail tightly.

Every now and then, when the sun peeked out, the ocean transformed into a vibrant blue, making me feel like, despite the season, Hawaii is amazing!

I wore a short-sleeve T-shirt with a long-sleeve T-shirt over it, plus a rain jacket for hiking, but towards the end, I felt a bit cold.

The helicopter flew past Diamond Head, either from the Waikiki Beach side or the Pearl Harbor side. If I could wish for something, it would be to make a turn after passing the summit so that we could see Waikiki Beach from even higher up behind Diamond Head. In other words, it might give you the privilege of looking down at Waikiki Beach from a higher vantage point, similar to the photos taken from other Diamond Head climbing tours. If you are fluent in English, you might want to negotiate for this.

The pilot was a cheerful and adorable woman who talked continuously during the flight. Despite the poor weather conditions for the season, I highly recommend this experience overall.

多分説明書きが間違ってるか、機種が違うんじゃないかと思うのですが、
パイロット含め前2人、後ろ2人(もしかしたら3人？)の4人乗りのヘリで
1人で参加しました。
説明のヘリ写真も前２人(パイロット含)ですので、配色含めこの機でした。
白人の父親と息子さんらしき方々と乗ったため、必然的にオプション料金なしにパイロットの隣のファーストクラス席、フロントガラスの斜め前下まで見える席にしてもらえ、嬉しい誤算でした。

2月末、天気は曇りがちで、上空は風強く突風も吹き、パイロットが操縦桿を
前後左右こまめに操作して機体のバランスを取っている感じでした。
時折スッと機体が落ちて、体が宙に浮く感じがたまらなかったです。
窓無しヘリで自分の方に機体を傾けて旋回されると、つり革を強く握り締めざるを得なかったです。
時折太陽が顔を出すと、海が一面鮮やかなブルーに変わり、季節外れでも
ハワイやべえ(さすが凄い)！って感じでした。

半袖Tの上に長袖T着て、さらに登山用雨具の上着を着ていましたが、最後の方は少し寒さを感じました。

ワイキキビーチ側、もしくは真珠湾側からダイヤモンドヘッドの頂上のすぐ脇を通り過ぎていくのですが、欲をいえば頂上を過ぎた辺りで一度ターンしてもらえればダイヤモンドヘッド頂上のさらに高い背後から頂上ごとワイキキビーチが観れたんだろうなと思います。
つまり他のダイヤモンドヘッド登頂ツアーでよく見るワイキキビーチを見下ろした写真を、さらに高い所から頂上ごと見下ろせる優越感があるかもしれません。
英語が堪能な方は交渉してみて下さい。

飛行中ずっと話し続けている陽気でかわいい女性パイロットでした。
時期的な天候の悪さを差し引いても総じて超おすすめです。

At sea level (below 1 meter), the temperature is 28 degrees. The tour bus picked us up right in front of the hotel lobby. Mr. Yamap greeted us with a smile. From there, all participants gathered at the donut shop. We set off towards the summit of Haleakalā. We stopped at a market along the way to buy sushi and were given tips on Maui souvenirs, and then we headed to the summit! To reach a place over 3000 meters, we took our time ascending with breaks along the way (by car). To get above the clouds, we had to pass through them. In the thick clouds where we couldn't see ahead... I wondered if we would even be able to see anything at the summit. I was filled with anxiety as we climbed. However, Mr. Yamap played music and chatted, seemingly unconcerned about the weather at the summit. Perhaps to match the age of the participants? I’m not sure, but he played songs from the '80s... They were right in our strike zone, so we enjoyed the ride. And finally... the summit! There were no clouds, and nothing obstructed our view. As dusk fell, we could beautifully observe the rare shadow of the Earth, and since it was a new moon that day, while we ate our bento in the car, it seemed Mr. Yamap was preparing telescopes and other equipment. After dinner, when we got out of the car... we were instructed not to look up until we were outside. Since the car lights were on while we ate, it seemed that looking up immediately wouldn’t allow us to see the stars clearly. Once we adjusted our eyes, the starry sky was incredibly moving...! Seriously, it was amazing. Everyone should go. I don't want to promote it too much. It's a sight rarely seen. The number of stars you might only see once in a lifetime. It makes you feel how tiny Earth is... When I saw this starry sky, all my past failures and struggles seemed insignificant...

Lastly... it is really cold at the summit. They can lend you down jackets or blankets, but if you're sensitive to the cold, it's better to bring inner layers or disposable hand warmers even when going to Hawaii. They also serve warm tea.

下界（海抜１ｍ未満）では気温28度。ツアーバスがホテルロビー前までお迎え。山Pさんがニコニコお迎えに来てくれました。そこから、ドーナツ屋さん参加者全員集合。ハレアカラ山頂に向かって出発。途中のマーケットでお寿司などを買い込んで（マウイのお土産とかも教えてもらって）、いざ山頂へ！3000mを超える場所へ向かうには、途中の休憩を入れながらゆっくり上っていきます（車で・・）。雲の上に出るためには・・雲の中を通過しなければなりません。前方も見えないような雲の中で・・・もしかしたら山頂に行っても見えないんじゃないのかな？不安感満載で登っていくのです。しかし、山Pさんは音楽を流しながら、いろいろお話を入れて、山頂の天気のことは特に気にもせず、運転していました。参加者の年齢に合わせたのか？わかりませんが80年代の曲が・・・・。われわれのストライクゾーンの曲だったので楽しく向かいました。そしてついに・・・山頂！そこは雲もなく、目の前を遮るものはありません。夕暮れになり・・めったに見れない地球の影もきれいに観察できましたし、当日は新月で、お弁当を車内で食べている間に山Pさんは望遠鏡などの準備をしていたようです。夕食が終わって、車内から出るときに・・・下を向いて上を見ないようにとの指示。車内は車内灯をつけてお弁当を食べていたので、すぐ上を向いても星がきれいに見えないらしいです。あとは目を慣れさせて見るとすごく感動的な星空が・・・！まじ、やばいです。皆さん行ってください。あまり紹介したくないですね。めったに見れない。一生に見れるかどうかの星の数。地球なんてなんてちっぽけな・・・・・と感じます。
今までの失敗や苦労などはこの星空を見たら・・・。以上

最後に・・・山頂はマジで寒いです。ダウンとか毛布とか貸していただけますが、寒がりの人はハワイに行くのに、インナーとか使い捨てカイロとかあったほうがいいです。暖かいお茶も出してくれます。

Outstanding experience, and great crew. The whole crew was helpful, informative, and really experienced. Not only did we have a great zipline experience, but also learned a lot about the flora and fauna of the area.

I couldn't go to the summit because it was closed, but from just above the Onizuka Center, I was able to see a sky full of stars. They explained the winter Milky Way and various stars, making it a very enjoyable tour.

山頂にはクローズで行けなかったですが、オニヅカセンターのちょっと上から、満天の星空を見ることが出来ました。
冬の天の川とか色々な星の説明をしてくれて、大変楽しいツアーでした。

Our guide was Robert, who was born and raised in Hawaii. He was very knowledgeable about local information and entertained us with various stories during the bus ride! The tour included a lot of activities like the Dole Plantation, Haleiwa, horseback riding, and sea turtles, making it a truly satisfying trip!

ハワイ生まれ、ハワイ育ちのロバートさんがガイドさんでした。さすがローカルな情報に詳しくて、バスの移動中もいろいろなお話をしてくださり、私たちを楽しませてくれました！
ツアー内容もドールプランテーション、ハレイワ、乗馬、ウミガメと盛りだくさんで本当に満足な旅になりました！

I decided to go skydiving, but as I was being lifted higher and higher into the sky, I felt a rush of excitement. The instructor did a final check, and with the increased sense of security, I repeated what I had been told. Then the door opened, and I jumped into the vast sky. It was vastly different from what I had imagined, in a good way. It was so much fun, and I enjoyed the beautiful scenery for about 10 minutes while posing for the camera. I definitely think it was the right choice to jump from 4,000 feet.

スカイダイビングをするとは決めたけど
いざ、どんどん空に上がっててドキドキ。
インストラクターさんが最終チェックをして密着度アップで安心に変わり言われた事を復唱。
そしてドアが開き大空へ
思っていたのとは大幅に違い、良い意味で
楽しくて楽しくて、ゆっくーり綺麗な景色を10分ぐらい眺めながらカメラにポーズ。
これは是非4000フィートにして正解だと思いました。

When I went to Hawaii, I usually stuck to the beach, but this time I decided to explore the mountains as well! I joined a tour, and the guide was very friendly, providing detailed explanations about the plants during the hike. The waterfall was beautiful too. At the end, we rode down the hill on bicycles, which was quite refreshing. You can also enjoy the views of Hawaii from the mountains. I highly recommend it!

ハワイに行くと、海辺ばかりにいがちでしたが、今回は山側にも！とのことで、参加してみました。ガイドさんがとても親切で、ハイキング中では、植物などの詳しい説明がありました。滝も、美しかったです。最後に丘から、自転車で坂を下るのですが、かなり爽快でした。山からのハワイの景色も楽しめます。オススメです！

I loved the professionalism of the tour guides. I felt safe and comfortable at all times. I have recommended it to my friends and family.

Easy and no hassle transport from Waikiki to Diamond Head. On time pick up, drops off at the visitors centre so you don’t have to walk from the bus stop. Good banter and information given by driver. Made the experience more enjoyable having a quick and convenient way to get to and from the hike location.

I participated in mid-February. It took about an hour by rental car from the center of Waikiki to get there. The staff kindly taught us how to ride, and there were a total of five of us: one staff member and four tour participants, as we explored the vast ranch for about an hour and a half.

In the middle of the course, we took commemorative photos on a hill with a great view, which became a wonderful memory.

While there aren't as many activities as at places like Kualoa Ranch, I highly recommend it for those who want to enjoy horseback riding at a leisurely pace!

2月の中旬に参加させていただきました。ワイキキの中心地からレンタカーで約一時間で着きました。
スタッフの方に丁寧に乗り方等を教えていただき、スタッフ１名、ツアー参加者４名の計５名で広大な牧場を約一時間半かけて回りました。
コースの中盤では見晴らしの良い丘の上で記念撮影をしてもらい、とても良い思い出になりました。

クアロア牧場のように乗馬以外のアクティビティがたくさんある訳ではないですが、乗馬だけをゆっくり楽しみたい方にはとてもオススメです！

I jumped from 4267 meters, and in the end, I'm glad I did it!! I was really scared before doing it, but the scenery was beautiful, and there was no time to hesitate as the instructor pushes you out of the plane, so you don't have time to be scared. After the parachute opens, it can rub against your groin, so I think guys should wear longer boxer briefs. I rented a car to get there, and Haleiwa is nearby, so the drive is enjoyable too.

4267mを飛びましたが、結果的にはやって良かった！！
やる前は相当怖かったですが、景色もきれいだし、躊躇する間もなく
インストラクターに飛行機から押し出されるので、ビビる暇もないです。
パラシュート開いてからは股がすれるのでメンズは長めのボクサーブリーフの方が良いと思います。レンタカー借りていきましたが、ハレイワの街も近いし、ドライブ楽しいですよ。

A Japanese driver came to pick me up and thoroughly taught me how to fill out the necessary documents that needed to be completed in advance. Although the morning pick-up was early, after arriving at the location, there was almost no waiting time, and I was able to return to Waikiki before noon!

日本人ドライバーさんが迎えに来てくださり
事前に記入が必要な書類の書き方等、みっちり教えてくれました。
朝のpick upが早かったのですが、現地到着後は、待ち時間もほぼなくすぐに飛んで、お昼前にはワイキキに帰ってくることが出来ました！

The originally scheduled date was canceled due to rain, but I received a prompt notification and was able to smoothly reschedule for another date. On the day of the jump, after being picked up from the hotel, we traveled for just over an hour to reach the skydiving site. After a briefing, we waited about an hour and a half for our turn, and then it was time for skydiving!!

The instructors were all entertaining, opening the windows of the plane and cracking jokes. When it was time to jump, I felt a bit scared, but since I was attached to the instructor, there was no turning back—jumping out was a must!! Once outside, the fear disappeared, and the sensation of flying was exhilarating and unmatched! The dive over the breathtaking views of Hawaii's ocean and mountains created memories I will never forget.

I came to Hawaii for my graduation trip, and it turned out to be the best memory of my student life!

当初予定していた日にちは雨で中止となったのですが連絡をいただきスムーズに別日程に予約を取り直していただけました。
当日はホテルピックアップ後1時間少し車で移動しスカイダイビング場に到着します。説明後順番待ちで1時間半ほど待ちいざスカイダイビング！！
インストラクターの方たちは飛行機の中で窓をあけたりジョークを言ってくれたりして面白い方たちばかりです。いざ飛ぶぞ！となると少し怖くなるのですがインストラクターとくっついているので有無を言わさずジャンプ！！外に飛び出ると怖さはなく、空を飛んでいる感覚はほかに例えるものがないほど爽快で最高です！！ハワイの海と山すべての絶景を見ながらのダイブは一生忘れられない思い出です。
卒業旅行でハワイにきましたが、学生生活最後の最高の思い出ができました！！

I participated because I wanted to try garlic shrimp and go horseback riding.
North Shore (Haleiwa) Valley Horseback Riding Plan

I was picked up at the hotel and headed to the North Shore, stopping by the Dole Plantation before arriving in Haleiwa. Before horseback riding, I aimed for the garlic shrimp at Camaron—it's a Japanese restaurant, and the shrimp was plump and creamy; I finished it in no time (laughs).

From here, we split into the horseback riding group and those who wanted to explore Haleiwa. The couple leading the horseback riding was very bright and friendly; the husband was a former polo league player. After a brief lecture, we set off right away. No helmets were required, which felt refreshing, and we rode through the forest, which was an exhilarating experience.

The horses are well-trained, so I think even beginners can enjoy it.

After horseback riding, we returned to Haleiwa, and if you're lucky, you can go to a beach where sea turtles are present. We were lucky to see two turtles on the beach! It seems the chances are higher in the afternoon.

A word of caution: since they are protected animals, you shouldn't get closer than 3 meters or touch them, as there is a fine for that.

It was the best tour!

目的はガーリックシュリンプと乗馬をしたかったのて参加しました。
ノースショア（ハレイワ） 渓谷乗馬プラン

ホテルでピックアップしてもらい、いざノースショアに途中ドールプランテーションに寄りハレイワに到着、私は乗馬前にお目当てのカマロンのガーリックシュリンプ目指してGO－
日本人のお店ですプリプリクリーミーあっという間に完食（笑）

ここから乗馬組とハレイワを観光する方と別れ乗馬に、とっても明るくフレンドリーなご夫妻でご主人は元ポロリーグの選手だったそうです。簡単にレクチャーを受けて直ぐに出発します。
ヘルメット着用は無しで気分爽快、森の中を進み気持ち良さ爆発ー

しっかり調教されているので初めての方でも楽しめると思います。

乗馬が終わりハレイワに戻り、運が良ければカメさんがいるビーチに行くと
2匹もビーチに上がっていてラッキー！！
午後からの確率が高いようです。

ここで注意、保護動物なんで3ｍ以内に近づかない・触ると罰金だそうです。

最高のツアーでした。

I wanted to experience horseback riding, so I searched online and found this page. I was unsure about the shuttle service, but since there weren't many options and it seemed like there would be a long wait, I decided not to include it.

At the beginning, there was an explanation in Japanese about how to guide the horses, so I felt reassured. I chose the one-hour course, which was just the right length, and I enjoyed it while looking at the ocean.

I took the city bus to the ranch, and the bus stop was close, so there were no issues. It was great to have the ocean right in front of me.

乗馬を体験したいと思いネットを検索したらこのページを見つけました。
送迎付きか迷いましたが、あまり本数がなく待ち時間が長そうだったので送迎はつけませんでした。

初めに、日本語のビデオで誘導の仕方などの説明があったので不安はありませんでした。
1時間コースを選びましたが丁度いい長さで、海を眺めながら楽しめました。

市バスで牧場に行きましたがバス停も近くて問題ありませんでした。
海も目の前なので良かったです。

It's a zipline experience in a beautiful farm that stretches as far as the eye can see. I was torn between this and Kualoa, but considering just the zipline, I think this was the better choice. In between ziplines, you cross suspension bridges and climb ropes. Since this place focuses solely on ziplining, if you want to combine it with other activities like horseback riding or jeeping, Kualoa might be a better option. When I went, there were no staff who spoke Japanese, and I was the only Japanese person, but the staff and other participants were friendly. According to the cheerful bus driver, there were even Japanese grandmothers who couldn't speak any English but participated using gestures. Since I was there alone, a family of five from Australia looked out for me, and other American participants often struck up conversations. Even if your English is limited, it's perfectly fine to initiate conversation or ask the staff for help when needed.

見渡す限り広がる美しい農場の中でのジップラインです。クアロアと迷いましたが、ジップラインだけで考えると、こちらで良かったと思います。ジップラインの合間に、吊り橋を渡ったり、登り棒ならぬ登り紐を登ったりします。ここは、ジップラインだけを遂行しているので、乗馬やジープなど、他のアクティビティと合わせたい場合は、クアロアが良いかもしれません。私が行った時は、日本語が話せるスタッフは辞めてしまっていて、日本人も私だけでしたが、スタッフや回りの参加者はフレンドリーでした。陽気なバスの運転手さんによると、英語が全く話せない日本人のお婆さん達も身振り手振りで参加したりしていたみたいです。私は、一人参加でしたので、オーストラリアの家族5人が気にかけてくれて、他のアメリカ人参加者もよく話かけてくれました。片言でも、自分から話かけたり、助けて欲しい時は遠慮なくスタッフに声をかければ大丈夫ですよ。

It was my first-ever skydiving challenge! My husband was a bit nervous, but I was excited the whole time while preparing on the ground.

I've never done bungee jumping because it's terrifying to jump alone, but with skydiving, the instructor is right behind you controlling everything, so I felt safe participating! We boarded the helicopter in small groups and off we went into the sky! It gets chilly up there, so long sleeves and pants are a must.

When jumping out of the helicopter, some might feel a moment of fear, but I was fine. The free fall lasted about a minute, and while the wind pressure made it a bit hard to breathe, once the parachute opened, I was captivated by the beauty of the scenery. The instructor asked if it was okay to spin around, but I had told him to do it just once, so I enjoyed it gracefully! My husband, on the other hand, seemed to have spun quite a bit and ended up feeling a bit nauseous.

However, I definitely think it's better to do it than to be too scared to try! If you can communicate with the instructor, it will surely become a wonderful memory!

人生初‼️のスカイダイビング挑戦でした(^^)
主人はちょっとビビってましたが、私はずっと陸で準備をしながらワクワクしっぱなし。

バンジージャンプは1人だし、踏み切るまでが恐怖でしかない（笑）ので、やったこともありませんが、スカイダイビングはインストラクターがしっかり後ろでコントロールしてくれるので、委ねれば大丈夫と思い参加しました！
数人毎のグループでヘリに乗りこみ、いざ空へ！上空は冷えますから長袖長ズボン必須です。
ヘリから飛び出す時は、一瞬ヒヤッとする方もいるかもしれませんが、私は大丈夫でした。

1分間ほどのフリーフォールは、風圧でちょっと息苦しさはありましたが、パラシュートが開いてからはもう景色の美しさに目を奪われました♡インストラクターが、クルクル回しても良いか？と聞いてきましたが、1回だけにしてと伝えてあったので、私は優雅に楽しみました！
が、主人はかなり回されたようで、酔ってしまっていましたね（笑）

でも、ビビってやらないよりは絶対やった方が良いと思います！
インストラクターとコミュニケーションが取れたら、とっても素敵な思い出になるはずです❣️

Neither I nor my wife had been horseback riding before. The folks here were friendly, had everything necessary ready to go, and the horses were docile and we'll trained. Only complaint was that the porta-potty available was pretty revolting. There wasn't much guiding of the horse required as they knew the way and we're motivated by dinner upon return.

I was able to smoothly go skydiving with the explanation from the Japanese guide! I was moved to see the breathtaking views from the sky!! I definitely want to participate again. It was also great that I could join in the early morning and arrive at the hotel by the afternoon.

日本人のガイドさんからの説明を受けてスムーズにスカイダイビングを行うことができました！絶景を空から眺めることができ、感動しました！！また絶対参加したいです。早朝からの参加で午後にはホテルに着くことができたのも良かったです。

You can make a reservation from the Kualoa website, but I was anxious about entering my credit card information on a first-time and overseas site, so I booked through this site from Japan. I scheduled my reservation for 10:45.

On the day of the visit, I purchased a one-day pass for THE BUS from Waikiki and took the No. 8 bus to Ala Moana Center around 8 AM. I got off at Ala Moana Bl + Ala Moana Center and took the No. 55 bus from the bus stop right in front. After about 1 hour and 30 minutes, I arrived at Kamehameha Hwy + Opp Kualoa Ranch at 9:30.

I passed through the front shop and handed my voucher at a kind of general counter. The lady at the reception said, "Eleven forty," and I thought, "11:45? But my reservation is for 10:45!" I kept saying, "No! Ten forty!" but she kept responding with "Eleven forty." I was frustrated, but since I could only speak basic English, I had no choice but to back down. I spent a wasted two hours eating a hamburger in the cafeteria and taking pictures with horses.

At 11:45, there was a simple horseback riding explanation in Japanese video. We started riding around noon, wandering through the mountains. It was a mountain and sea course for one hour, but mostly on mountain paths. However, it was a fun hour.

The weather was just right for this time of year, and I was perfectly fine in a short-sleeved shirt, shorts, and sneakers. However, it might be cold if it rains. Also, be careful as the raincoats they lend you are dirty.

I thought the start time was strange, and when I returned to the hotel and checked the voucher on the site, it said, "Check-In Time: 10:45." In small letters above it, it said, "Kualoa Ranch Horseback Ride/11:45." The receptionist was correct!

However, I was sure I had booked for 10:45 on VELTRA, so I checked the Kualoa Ranch page on the VELTRA site.

When I clicked on the start time of 10:45 on the application screen, it said, "Check in at the Kualoa Ranch ticket office at 10:15," "Enjoy your horseback riding time at 10:45," "There will be a Japanese video briefing," and "Activity ends at 11:45."

Something seems off...

...I got it!

When you book for 10:45, the voucher's Check-In Time becomes 10:15, and if the start time on the site is 11:45, then the voucher's Check-In Time becomes 10:45.

It’s unclear whether there was a communication issue from VELTRA to Kualoa or if my reservation for 10:45 was full and pushed to 11:45. If the card you receive in exchange for the voucher is for 11:45, then after going to the stables at 11:45 and a 10-minute explanation, the horseback riding time would be from 12:00 to 1:00.

The horseback riding and atmosphere were ★★★★★, the cafeteria was not clean ★★★, the price of $88 without transportation was too high ★★, and the man at the entrance information counter could speak a little Japanese ★★★.

With 1.5 hours of bus travel + 2 hours of waiting + 1.5 hours of horseback riding (including explanation) + 1.5 hours of bus travel + 0.5 hours of bus waiting, the total is 7 hours! Just one hour of horseback riding took 7 hours! Considering the precious travel time, the cost performance is ★. Overall ★★.

The bus indeed takes time.

It might be best to rent a car and visit Kualoa + Polynesian + North Shore in the morning, or Kualoa + Kailua (Lanikai) + Sea Life Park + Blowhole in the morning.

I apologize for the lengthy message.

クアロアのHPからでも予約できますが、
初めてのサイト＆海外サイトにクレカ情報を入力するのに不安がありましたので、日本からこのサイトで予約しました。
予約は開始10:45にしました。

当日、ワイキキからTHE BUSの1日券を購入して、クヒオ通り8時頃のアラモアセンター行きNo.8に乗車。
Ala Moana Bl + Ala Moana Centerで降り、
すぐ前方のバス停からNo.55のバスに乗ります。
約1時間30分でKamehameha Hwy + Opp Kualoa Ranch下車して9時半に到着。

正面売店を通り抜けて総合カウンターみたいなとこでVOUCHERを渡します。
そこで受付のおばさんから「イレブンフォーティ」と…
11:45？…予約は10:45だぞ！　「ノー！テンフォーティ！」
何度も「テンフォーティ！」と言いましたが、「イレブンフォーティ」との返事。
ムカつきましたが、単語英語しか話せない私は引き下がるしかありません。
食堂でハンバーガーを食べたり馬の写真撮ったりして、無駄な2時間を過ごしました。

11:45から日本語ビデオにて簡単な乗馬の説明。
12時頃から乗馬。山の中をウロウロとします。
山+海コース＜1時間＞ですが、ほとんど山道ばかりです。
でも楽しい1時間でした。

気候的にはこの時期がちょうど良い気温で半袖、短パン、運動靴で全然平気です。
でも雨が降れば寒いかも。また貸してくれるカッパは汚いですから注意。

それにしても開始時間が変だと思い、
ホテルに帰ってからサイトでVOUCHERを確認したところ、
「Check-In Time:10:45」
その上に小さい字で「Kualca Ranch Horseback Ride/11:45」？？？？
ネットで訳すと「クアロア牧場乗馬11:45」！！受付嬢が合っていた！

しかしVELTRAで確かに10:45で予約したはずと、
申し込んだVELTRAサイトのクアロア牧場を確認してみました。

申し込み画面の開始時刻10:45をクリックすると
「10:15 クアロア牧場内チケットオフィスにてチェックイン」
「10:45 乗馬での楽しい時間をお過ごしください。」
「日本語ビデオのブリーフィング（説明）があります。」
「11:45 アクティビティ終了」

何かおかしい…

…わかりました！

開始時刻10:45で申し込むとVOUCHERのCheck-In Timeが10:15になり、
サイトの開始時刻を11:45とするとVOUCHERのCheck-In Timeが10:45になるワケ。

VELTRAからクアロアへの伝わり方に問題があるのか、
10:45開始の予約がいっぱいで11:45にまわされたのか不明です。
VOUCHERと引き換えに貰うカードが11:45なら、
11:45に馬小屋に行き約10分の説明後、
12時から13時までの1時間が乗馬TIMEとなります。

乗馬と雰囲気は☆５
食堂が綺麗で無く☆３
料金は送迎無しで88ドルは高過ぎで☆２
入口の案内カウターのおじさんが日本語を少しできるので☆３
バス移動が1時間半＋待ち時間2時間＋乗馬（説明）1.5時間
＋バス移動1時間半＋バス待ち0.5時間で
合計7時間！たった1時間の乗馬に7時間！
貴重な旅行期間中と考えれば、コスパは☆１です。
総合☆２

やはりバスは時間がかかります。

レンタカーを借りて朝いちクアロア＋ポリネシア＋ノースショアを周るか、
朝いちクアロア＋カイルワ（ラニカイ）＋シーライフパーク＋潮吹き岩に行くのが
ベストでは無いでしょうか。

長々と失礼しました。

It was my first trip to Hawaii for my honeymoon. There were places we couldn't visit during this trip, so we decided to see them from the sky and signed up for a tour. It was the right choice! The weather was clear, and while Hawaii is beautiful from the ground, seeing it from above was even more stunning and truly a wonderful experience. The pilot was also a lovely person, providing excellent service. They frequently checked in with us, asking if everything was good or okay, and even though I don't speak much English, there was so much that was communicated through the atmosphere. I chose the option without a window, but I really felt the wind and the grandeur, which I highly recommend. It was a tour I would love to use again!

新婚旅行でのはじめてのハワイでした。今回の旅では回りきれない所があり、どうせだったら空から見てしまおうとツアーに申し込みました。正解でした！天気は快晴、地上から見るハワイももちろん素敵ですが、上空からみるそれは更に素敵で本当に素晴らしい体験になりました。パイロットも素敵な方で、サービス満点でした。度々good?とかok?とかこちらを気遣ってくれ、英語があまり喋らなくても雰囲気で伝わるものが沢山ありました。今回窓なしをチョイスしましたが直に感じる風だったり壮大さは本当に感じられ、オススメしたいポイントです。
また利用したいツアーでした！

Even though my English is not very good, they spoke slowly, and it became a very good memory. However, we were supposed to meet at 8:30, but it took almost an hour to get to the horseback riding, so there seems to be room for improvement there.

苦手な英語もゆっくり話してくれて、とても良い思い出になりました。
ただ、8時30分集合だったのですが、何だかんだで乗馬までに小1時間かかってしまったことは改善の余地がありそうです。

It was harder than I expected.
Before reaching the starting point, there was a place where I had to climb about 5 meters using a rope with just my arm strength, and that was quite tough. Once you get used to the zip line, there's not much effort required, so while sliding, you just need to lift your legs, making it not too strenuous. Since most participants were from the United States, the explanations in English were native-level, and I sometimes missed important points, realizing later what they meant through my own experience. In that sense, it was quite challenging.
It was my first experience with the zip line, and I enjoyed it very much! It was truly thrilling! My knees were shaking on the first one. I would definitely recommend it to everyone.
I should mention that it uses more physical strength than you might imagine, and the English can be difficult. Also, while you can bring cameras or phones at your own risk, they can fall out of your pockets, and you won't be able to retrieve them easily, so it's better to attach a strap to secure them.

予想以上にハードでした。
スタート地点に到達するまでに１回、５ｍくらいの櫓までロープ１本を使って腕の力で登る場所があり、これはかなりきつかったです。ジップラインは慣れてしまえば、力を入れるところはないので、滑っている間足を上げているくらいでそれほどつらくはありません。参加者はほぼ米国出身の方が多い会だったためか、説明の英語がネイティブで重要な説明点なども聞き逃すこともあり、自分で体験してなるほどこういうことを言ってたのか、と思ったりすることがありました。そういう意味でも結構ハードでした。
ジップラインは初めての経験だったのでとても楽しめました！まさにスリル！最初の１本は膝が震えました。皆さんにお進めしたいです。
想像以上に体力を使う点と英語が難しいことはお知らせしておきます。あとカメラや携帯の持参は自己責任で持ち込み可能ですが、ポケットから落ちることがあり、さらには拾いにいけるような場所には落ちませんので、紐をつけて自分に固定できるようにして持って行った方が良いですよ。

Diving from more than twice the height of 2100m, which I experienced 20 years ago, was amazing!

This time, my daughter insisted that she absolutely wanted to do it, so I never thought I would experience skydiving again. I hesitated a bit since I'm not young anymore, but I'm glad I did it! Age doesn't matter when it comes to having fun. The staff were also very friendly and made it enjoyable.

20年前に2100mを体験した時よりも倍以上の高さからのダイビングは素晴らしかった！

今回、娘が絶対やりたいというので、まさかまたスカイダイビングを経験するとは思っていなかったし、もう若くないのでちょっと躊躇したけど、やって良かった！楽しむのに年齢は関係ないという事ですね。
スタッフもとても気さくで楽しませてくれました。

The guide explained at the meeting point, "We cannot go to the summit due to snow. You can cancel if you wish," but I decided to join as it was also a tour around the island. While observing several whale spouts at a viewing point, we received word that we could go to the summit, so our plans changed suddenly. I never expected to see and step on snow in Hawaii at the summit, where remnants of yesterday's snowfall remained! It was such a strange experience! We watched the sunset from the snowy summit and then descended, stopping for stargazing along the way. Unfortunately, there were clouds, but we managed to find some clear skies. From sea level to the summit at 4,205 meters, where the oxygen level is half that of the plains, the temperature dropped from 30 degrees to -2 degrees. It was a tour that offered a rare experience! The guide's dedicated support and enjoyable commentary made the tour even more fun.

ガイドさんから集合時に「積雪で山頂には行けません。キャンセル可能です」の説明がありましたが、島内ツアーを兼ねて参加しました。クジラが見れるポイントで数匹の潮吹きを観察していたら「山頂に行ける」との連絡があり急遽予定変更。昨日の雪が残る山頂でまさかハワイで雪を見て踏みしめるとは！何か不思議な経験です！雪の残る山頂からサンセットを見て下山し途中星空観測、生憎の雲でしたが晴れ間を見つけて出来ました。海抜0mから酸素が平地の半分になる4,205mの山頂、気温は30度からー2度、めったに体験できないツアーでした！ガイドさんの献身的なサポートと楽しい案内がツアーをより楽しくしてくれました。

Skydiving, which I wanted to experience during my student days, was amazing!

The explanations were provided by staff who spoke Japanese, so I felt at ease listening to them.

The instructor was kind, and the photographer took wonderful pictures.

I recommend the 9:30 AM time slot. It’s very early in the morning, but the sunrise is beautiful, and you can return to Waikiki early, making good use of your time!

学生の間に体験してみたかったスカイダイビング！最高でした！

説明は日本語を話せるスタッフが対応してくださり、安心して聞くことができました。

インストラクターの方も優しく、カメラマンの方も素晴らしい写真を撮ってくれました。

時間は9時半がオススメです。
朝がとても早いですが、日の出が綺麗ですし、早めにワイキキに帰ってこれるので時間を有効に使えます！

The shuttle to Diamond Head is perfectly priced and provides a great morning excursion. Diamond Head is a must see when visiting Oahu, so this inexpensive excursion fit the bill.

It's been years since I've felt this moved. Our guide, M, carefully taught us about local gourmet food, traffic rules, and manners. The next day, we had a long drive to Hilo, so it was very helpful. M was fun to talk to and very considerate, making the bus ride relaxing. We had lunch at the Onizuka Center, and although I had no expectations, it was unexpectedly delicious (laughs). I had eaten a hearty lunch beforehand, so I wasn't hungry, which was a bit disappointing.

Then, it was time for the hike. I was so sleepy—just incredibly tired. M tried to keep us awake with conversation, but I was still drowsy. Somehow, we made it to the summit. "Is this Earth? Is this Hawaii?" I couldn't find the words. M became a guide because she participated in this tour. She said, "My life changed." While watching the sunset sinking into the sea of clouds with my wife, I cried. Somehow, the worries I had seemed small and insignificant when I saw that sunset. (Though once I return to Japan, I'll probably be back to worrying about little things again.)

After that, we moved down to stargaze. At first, there weren't many stars, and I thought, "Well, this is it." But gradually, more stars appeared, and before I knew it, I was looking at a sky sprinkled with stars, and I cried again. The sunset was amazing, but the starry sky was also heart-stirring. M carefully explained the constellations using a laser pointer. Along the way, the warm tea and biscuits were delicious too. Finally, after we got off the bus, M dashed back to deliver my forgotten sunglasses. I was moved that she took the time to check for lost items. I can't express how much I was touched. The other participants were also very well-mannered, making it a very comfortable experience. Next time, I want to go to Mauna Kea with Masashi.

こんなに、感動したのは何年ぶりだろう。ｶﾞｲﾄﾞの方（Mちゃん）は、地元のｸﾞﾙﾒや交通ﾙｰﾙ、ﾏﾅｰ等を丁寧に教えてくれた。翌日、ﾋﾛまでﾛﾝｸﾞﾄﾞﾗｲﾌﾞだったので参考になった。話が楽しく、思いやりのある方でﾊﾞｽの中もﾘﾗｯｸできた。ｵﾆｽﾞｶｾﾝﾀｰでお弁当を食べたが、全く期待していなかったが、予想外（笑い）に美味しかった。ﾗﾝﾁをしっかり食べてきて、おなかがすいてなかったので残念でした。
そして、いざ、登山。『眠い』とにかく眠い。Mちゃんがいろいろ眠気さましに、お話しするが眠い。
なんとか、山頂につきました。『ここ、地球？』『ここﾊﾜｲ？』言葉にならないです。Mちゃんがｶﾞｲﾄﾞさんに転職したのは、このﾂｱｰに参加したから。『人生かわりました』とのこと。雲海に沈みゆく夕陽を家内と見ながら、泣いてました。なんか、悩んでることなんか、このサンセットおみると、小さく、どうでもよいことののうに思えてきました。（日本に帰りしばらくするとまた、小さいことに悩む日々ですが）そのあと、下に移動して星空観賞。最初は、あまり星がなく、『まあ、こんなもんか』と思っていたら、徐々に星がでてきて、気が付けば、お星さまを振りまいた空を見、また涙。ｻﾝｾｯﾄも最高だったけど、星空も心揺さぶる。ﾚｰｻﾞｰﾎﾟｲﾝﾀｰを使いながら、丁寧に星座の説明をしてくれる。途中で暖かい紅茶とﾋﾞｽｹｯﾄも美味しかった。最後に、ﾊﾞｽを降た後、Mちゃんが猛ダッシュ、で『ｻﾝｸﾞﾗｽ！』と忘れ物と届けてくれた。ちゃんと忘れ物の確認してることに、ここでも感動。どれだけ、感動したんだろう。他の参加者の方も、ﾏﾅｰが良く、とても快適でした。今度は、ﾏｻｼでﾏｳﾅｹｱに行きたいですね。