All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

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。

We had a total of 8 in our group, and did this tour on 5/9/17. The guides were very helpful and did a god job in making you feel comfortable on the lines especially for us first timers. The views were undescribable. Make sure to really just enjoy the ride and not fuss too much with your camera or phone because you will miss all the beautiful scenery. It can take away from the experience. You get to see a lot of banana trees and even try some right off the tree. It was by far one of the best things we did while visiting. A must do activity!

I usually ride in British style, but this time I went for a Western style trail ride. Surprisingly, it was easy and enjoyable, making it suitable for beginners as well. The magnificent scenery from the hill along the way is beyond words. I was satisfied to experience the great nature of Hawaii.

いつもは、ブリティッシュスタイルで乗馬をしてますが、今回は、ウエスタンスタイルでの外乗でした。
案外、簡単で楽しく初めての方でも楽しめる内容です。
途中の丘から観てる壮大な景観は言葉にできないくらい最高です。
ハワイの大自然に触れることが出来て満足でした。

The local staff's response was good. They also introduced a great place for lunch with delicious garlic shrimp. I would like to mention that the response from the VELTRA staff was not very satisfactory, and it was quite difficult until my reservation was confirmed.

現地の担当スタッフの対応が良かったです。
昼食も美味しいガーリックシュンリンプのお店を紹介してくれました。
VELTRAのスタッフの人の対応がいまいちで、予約が確定するまで大変だったことを申し添えます。

Ask for Warren! He's the man. Great teacher and very entertaining.

I went to Hawaii Island for this purpose. The breathtaking sunset and starry sky exceeded my expectations, and I wanted to stay there forever. I thought I would be able to see the starry sky at the summit based on the tour overview, but it seems there are regulations for this mountain, and we had to go a little lower, not just for this tour. However, it was said that going a bit lower is better, and the guide shared various stories, which was really nice.

What was also great was that the guide was very knowledgeable about cameras! They took pictures with the camera we brought and taught us tips on how to take beautiful photos. The sunset and starry sky were truly beautiful, and it became the best memory of my trip!

これが目的でハワイ島に行きました。
想像を大きく上回る絶景のサンセット、星空でいつまでもいたかったです。
ツアー概要を見て山頂で星空を見れると思っていましたが、この山での規定があるそうで、ここのツアーに限らず少し下ります。
でも、少し下った方がいいそうで他にも色々なお話をしてくれてとてもよかったです。

そしてとてもよかったのが、ガイドさんがカメラにかなり詳しいこと！自分達が持っていったカメラでも撮ってくれたり、綺麗にとるコツを教えてくれます。
本当にきれいなサンセットと星空で、旅行で一番の思い出になりました！

I went with the first reservation of the day. I drove there with a rental car, and the location was very easy to find. There wasn't anyone at the reception who spoke Japanese, but showing the voucher was no problem at all. We waited until our scheduled time. You can buy drinks and snacks, and there are plenty of chairs for resting.

They ask you to store your belongings in a locker (it costs $5, and you get back $3 or $2 later), so if you keep your items to just a camera that you can hang around your neck and a wallet, you won't spend unnecessary money.

The horses are very calm, and I think people from children to relatively older adults can enjoy it. It's a leisurely walk that might make your inner thighs a little sore after an hour, but it's quite safe.

We had to wait for about 20 to 30 minutes until everyone was on a horse, so I ended up getting quite sunburned. Also, my clothes became very horse-smelling, so please wear clothes that you don't mind getting that way.

朝一番の予約で行きました。レンタカーで行きましたが、場所はとても分かりやすく、受付に日本語を話せる方はいませんでしたが、バウチャーを見せれば全く問題なし。時間まで待機。飲み物や軽食を買えるし、休憩だけでも椅子もたくさんあります。
ロッカーに荷物を預けるように言われるので（５ドルで後で３ドル？２ドル？戻ります）荷物は首からかけられるカメラやお財布程度にしておけば無駄にお金はかからないです。
馬はとてもとおとなしく、お子様から比較的ご年配の方まで楽しめると思います。１時間でちょっと内モモが痛いかな？というくらいの散歩程度で安心です。
全員馬に乗るまでひたすら２０～３０分待機、その後出発でしたのでかなり日に焼けてしまいました。後、服がとても馬臭くなりましたのでそうなっても良い服で行ってくださいネ。

It's often said that this is something you should do at least once in your life, and that was absolutely true. We participated as a group of seven, and we were all able to fly on the same plane. The instructors and staff were all cheerful and fun, making for a really enjoyable time. We also requested a camera and video, which I highly recommend as they make for great keepsakes.

人生に1度はやっておいた方がいい事によく挙げられていますが、その通りでした。
7人の大人数で参加しましたが、１つの飛行機で出来ました。
インストラクターもスタッフもみんな明るく楽しくとても楽しい時間でした。
カメラ、ビデオもお願いしてこれも本当にいい記念になるのでオススメです。

Yam P was very good at talking and it was fun the whole time, but unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunset due to bad weather. I want to try again, but I wonder when I can go... That was the only disappointing part. It was nice to stop by the Claw Lodge, visit Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, and go to the supermarket as well. I'm not sure if the starry sky was affected by the weather, but it wasn't that impressive... just as I expected. I've participated in a similar sunset and starry sky tour at Kilauea Volcano on the Big Island, and that one was definitely more beautiful and moving. If I get the chance to go again, I might want to try for a redo. The guide, Yam P, was really great, so I would like to request him again!

山Ｐさんはとても話し上手でずっと楽しくて良かったのですが、肝心のサンセット、天候が悪く見れませんでした。またリベンジしたいのですが、いつ行けるのやらです。。。そこだけが残念でした。途中クラロッジに寄ったり、クリスピークリームドーナツに寄ったり、スーパーにも行けて良かったです。星空は天候のせいなのかは分かりませんが・・・感動はさほどで。。。思った通りでした。ハワイ島のキラウェア火山で同じようなサンセット＆星空ツアーに参加したことがありますが、そちらの方が断然綺麗で感動しましたよ。また行けるときがあればリベンジしようかな。ガイドの山Ｐさんはすごく良かったのでまたお願いしたいです！！

My 1st time and it would be hard to beat anywhere else. Jeremy was great so was Butters my daughter's instructor. They were so fun and excellent instructors. We both celebrated our birthdays so that was definitely worth the money and have great memories for it. The only thing that I think should be emphasized is to not leave with out ID. Maybe a sign or reminder from the instructors??

I had always wanted to try it, but since I have a fear of heights, I hesitated until now. However, I made a big decision and participated. I thought I would be more nervous and my heart would race, but it wasn't as intense as I expected when I started my first dive. The free fall from 4,267 meters at a speed of 200 km/h lasted about a minute, and it can be summed up in one word: "fun." It felt so enjoyable that I thought it was too short. The thrill was addictive, and I definitely want to participate again. The views and the excitement were amazing! If you're hesitating, you should definitely join in!

以前からやってみたいとは思いつつ、高い所が苦手で高所恐怖症気味の私なので
今まで躊躇していましたが、一大決心のうえ参加。
もっとドキドキ、心臓バクバクかと思いきや、然程でもなく初ダイブスタート。
4267メートルから時速200ｋｍでの約1分間のフリーフォールは、実際やってみれば
「楽しい」の一言に尽きました。楽し過ぎて短過ぎると感じたくらいです。
病みつきになる楽しさ、是非また参加したいと思います。
景色もスリルも最高！！　迷ってるなら参加すべし！！　ですね。

I'm glad I was able to go skydiving in Hawaii, something I've always wanted to do. The views while flying were breathtaking (^_^) There are staff members who understand Japanese, so you can enjoy yourself with peace of mind. I highly recommend it!

ずっとしてみたかったスカイダイビングをハワイでできてよかった。
飛んでいる間の景色も絶景でした(^_^)
日本語のわかるスタッフがいるので安心して遊べます。オススメです！

Great staff, Everything was wonderful. Would definitely recommend.

Our trail guides Angie & Noe were absolutely the best. Very attentive to everyone's needs. The horses were great and the sunset was a WOW! Highly recommended

It's been over 20 years since I started visiting the Big Island, but I've always hesitated to join the Mauna Kea summit tour. This is because the experience can be greatly affected by the weather! This time, I could only participate on May 3rd, so I made a reservation with a feeling of leaving it to luck! The result was a huge success! On the way, the conditions at the Onizuka Center were heavy clouds and light rain, but as we got closer to the summit, it turned into clear skies! The sunset view from the summit was truly breathtaking! The stargazing afterward was also wonderful! The tour guides were knowledgeable and provided fun explanations, so I was able to enjoy the experience without getting bored. Thank you very much!

ハワイ島へ訪れるようになって２０年以上経っているのに、マウナケア山頂ツアーへはいつも二の足を踏んでいました。それは、感動のバロメーターが天候に大きく左右されるからです！今回日程的に参加できるのは５月３日のみというコトで、運を天に任せる気持ちで予約を入れました！結果は大正解！途中、オニヅカセンターでは重い雲＆小雨のコンディションでしたが、山頂に近づくにつれてピーカンに！山頂から見るサンセットは、それはそれは感動でした！その後の星空観測もとても素敵でした！ツアーガイドの方々も博識で、楽しくいろいろ説明をして下さるので、飽きることなく楽しめました。ありがとうございました！

This time, my 11-year-old son and husband participated. Neither of them speaks English, but they decided to join based on some reviews that said you could manage with just the atmosphere (laughs). Fortunately, they were in a group with a Japanese person who could speak English, so they were able to enjoy themselves without any worries!

My son, being lighter, couldn't make it to the end and had to turn back a few times, and he also struggled to climb the rope all the way to the top due to lack of stamina. However, it seems that the staff helped him each time, and he was able to enjoy it until the end.

When I asked what was the most fun part of the trip, he said it was the zip line! He really enjoyed it. He said he wants to do it again when we go to Hawaii!

今回は11歳の息子と主人が参加しました。
2人とも英語は喋れず何となく雰囲気で出来ると言う書き込みを信じ(笑)参加☆
運良く英語が話せる日本人と一緒の組みだったので、その心配もなく思いっきり楽しめたみたいです‼︎
息子の方は体重が軽い分最後まで行き着かず戻ってしまったり、体力がなく最後までロープを登り切れず…ってことが何度かあったみたいですが^^;その都度スタッフの方が手伝ってくれたみたいで最後まで楽しめたみたいです。
今回の旅で何が一番楽しかった？？って聞いたらジップライン‼︎って言う程楽しかったみたいです。

またハワイに行ったらやりたい‼︎って言ってます^^

My daughter said she wanted to ride a horse, so I did some research and found good reviews about this place, so I made a reservation. On the day of our visit, we arrived in about an hour by rental car. Our family of four started on time. We rode along the coast and into the woods. There were moments when the horses stopped to eat grass, but generally, they followed the horse in front of them. We returned to the coast, where we took many photos. We rode for just over an hour. All the staff were cool women. Our guide was Jessie. As soon as we finished, she took two horses to practice polo. Tips were separate, so I had prepared some, but she left quickly, and when I asked another staff member to give it to her, they called her back. It’s a bit challenging to get there without a car, but it’s a wonderful place! I definitely want to go again and ride a horse! On the way back, we even saw a beautiful rainbow, making it an unforgettable day! 😊

娘が馬に乗りたいと言うので調べたところ、こちらの評判が良かったので申し込みました。
当日はレンタカーで1時間程で着きました。
家族4人で時間通りにスタートしました。海岸を通り林の中へ。途中馬たちが草を食べ出し止まってしまうこともありましたが、基本的には前の馬に付いて歩いてくれます。また海岸に戻り、そこで写真を何枚も撮って頂きました。
1時間強は乗っていました。スタッフは皆格好いい女性です。私たちの担当はジェシーさん。私たちが終わるとすぐに、2頭の馬を連れ、ポロの練習に行かれました。チップは別途となっていたので、用意していたのですが、すぐに行かれてしまい、他のスタッフに「渡して下さい」と言うと、呼び戻してくれました。
車がないと行かれないので、ちょっと大変ですが、素晴らしいところです‼是非また行って、馬に乗りたいです❗
帰りはきれいな虹も出て、忘れられない１日になりました～☺

The sunset viewed from the summit of Mauna Kea and the starry sky spread across the entire sky was a sight I will never forget!! If you're considering it, I absolutely think you should participate!! It was a wonderful tour!! I want to bring my parents along next time!!

マウナケア山頂から見たサンセットと空一面に広がる星空は、一生忘れることのできない景色でした！！迷われている方がいたら、絶対に参加するべきだとおもいます！！
とても素晴らしいツアーでした！！また両親を連れて参加したいです！！

There was a mixup with our reservation. We reserved through Veltra for a Thursday. Veltra confirmed that it was for Thursday. We showed up and no one was there. We called Kauai Outfitters who let us know that we were on the books for Friday. I contacted Veltra afterwards and they apologized and offered a partial refund, which I appreciate. I would suggest calling Kauai Outfitters to double check that the dates are right, to be on the safe side.

We went back on Friday and had a great time. The guides were wonderful. The tour was great. The zip line was so amazing. We were bitten by mosquitoes, so bring bug spray. We were in a small group of 10 people and 4 guides, so it was a personalized experience and we had tons of time to talk to the guides. We would definitely do another tour with Kauai Outfitters.

I joined on a whim, but when the flight to the sky began, I was stiff with fear at the moment the airplane door opened, and my heart was racing. However, once I was flying, the blue sea spread out below and the pleasant breeze made it all a wonderful experience. I definitely recommend the 4260m jump for those who will participate in the future. I even bought the video!

勢いだけで、参加したものの いざ 上空へのフライトが、始まり、インストラクターのブラックジョークに加え、飛行機のドアが、開いた瞬間 顔が、硬直して 心臓バクバクだったが、飛んでしまえば、、眼下に広がる 青い海 気持ちの良いかぜ
何もかもが、素晴らしい体験でした。是非、これから参加される方は、4260mお勧めします 動画も購入しちゃいました

This was my second time, and it was my husband's first time skydiving! There was someone who spoke Japanese, so I didn't have any trouble understanding anything. The instructors were all friendly, and we had a great time! ╰(*´︶`*)╯♡

私は2回目で、旦那さんははじめてのスカイダイビングでした！日本語を話せる方がいたのでわからないことはありませんでした。インストラクターの方もみなさん気さくで楽しい時間を過ごせました╰(*´︶`*)╯♡

I went with my wife and daughter. The one and a half hours felt quite long, but being guided by a beautiful instructor through the magnificent highlands made me feel great. The scenery was also incredibly wonderful, and it was a lot of fun. The horses were all very gentle, and even my 9-year-old daughter enjoyed riding. It's a bit far from Waikiki, but I think it's not a problem at all if you have a rental car.

妻、娘　三人と行きました。　一時間半はかなり長く感じましたが、雄大な高原の中を美人さんのインストラクターに案内されて、気分も最高でした。又景色も非常に素晴らしく楽しかったです、馬さんもどれもおとなしく9歳の娘でも楽しく乗馬できました。ちょっとワイキキからは遠いですが、レンタカーが有れば全然問題ないと思います。

I, who can't even ride roller coasters, mustered up the courage to jump. It was truly terrifying; I cried and screamed, and I think I'll never do it again! However, I have no regrets about doing it. I'm glad I did it. My husband, who went with me, says he wants to do it again. You can purchase photos and videos as an option, and I highly recommend buying them. You'll get a good laugh at your own ridiculous expressions (laughs). The view of Hanauma Bay from the sky is incredibly beautiful! (Although I was so scared that I hardly had the presence of mind to look around. Even though I was too terrified to take in the scenery, it's such a wonderful view that the beauty still caught my eye.)

ジェットコースターにも乗れない私が、勇気を振り絞って飛びました。
本当に怖すぎて、泣いたし叫んだし、もう一生やらない！とは思っていますが、
やって後悔はありません。やってよかったです。
一緒に行った主人はもう一度やりたいそうです。
オプションで写真とムービーを購入することができますが、
こちらもぜひ購入をおすすめしたいです。
自分のあまりの変顔に、かなり笑えます(笑)
空から見るハナウマベイはものすごくきれいです！
（ただ恐怖のあまり私は見る余裕がほとんどありませんでした。
見る余裕がほとんどない位おびえているのに、綺麗さが目に入るくらい
すばらしい景色です）

My husband and I enjoyed exploring Hawaii through the hiking shuttle to Diamond Head and Manoa Falls. I would highly recommend this for others visiting Oahu!

Our driver was very friendly and when half of our friends hadn't come down on time he was very forgiving. He gave us plenty of info and everything ran on time. He gave anple time at both hikes to get it all done. It was a great day!

We participated as a couple during the Golden Week in May. It was incredibly fun. I want to do it again. The driver couldn't speak Japanese, but there was someone among the staff during the zip line activity who could speak Japanese. Maybe there happened to be someone in our group who could speak it. They taught us patiently. It's fine even if you only speak English. All the staff were kind.

Definitely bring a camera or smartphone! But make sure to attach a strap so you don't drop it. Or wear pants with zippers? Just make sure you don't drop anything. If you're doing the morning session, you'll finish after 1 PM, so you'll return to Waikiki around 2 PM. We thought we might get hungry, so we had a little donut on the bus. Others didn't seem to eat anything, though (laughs) just for reference.

夫婦で5月のGWに参加しました。最高に楽しかった。またやりたい。
ドライバーは日本語話せませんでしたが、ジップラインをやる時のスタッフの中に日本語ができる方がいました。私たちのグループにたまたま話せる方がいたのかな。丁寧に教えてくれました。英語だけでも大丈夫。スタッフは皆優しい。
カメラもしくはスマホなど絶対持って行った方が良い！でも、落とさないように首にかけられるようにひもをつけてください。それか、チャックのついてるパンツ❓ズボン❓とか。絶対落とさないように。午前にやる方は、終わるのが13時過ぎなのでワイキキに戻るのは14時回ります。私たちはお腹空くかも❓と思い、バスの中でちょこっとドーナツを食べちゃいました。他の方は特に食べていませんでしたが（笑）参考までに。

The explanation for shark watching was all in English. I couldn't understand what they were saying at all, but I managed! When I put on my snorkel and peered into the sea, there were over 20 sharks! They didn't come close, so it didn't seem dangerous. However, it was a bit challenging to see them while battling the rough waves. But that was thrilling and fun! I had to wait for others to have their turn, so the time on the boat was long, which made me a bit seasick. But I’m glad I did it! ♪

シャークウォッチングの説明は全て英語。何を言ってるか全然分からなかったけど、なんとかなる！シュノーケルを付けていざ海の中を覗くとそこにはサメが20頭以上いた！でも近付いてくるわけじゃないから危険ではなさそう。でも荒波と戦いながら見る事が少し大変。でもそれがスリリングでまた楽しかった！だけど他の方の番も待たないといけないので、船の滞在時間が長いため船酔いした。でもやって良かったと思いました♪

I debated between the 1-hour course and the 2-hour course, but choosing the 2-hour course was the right decision!
Our group of six, including us, raced through the great outdoors, navigating bumpy roads, puddles, and even a little stream.
We had a lot of fun taking photos along the way and eating mangoes.
We got caught in a heavy downpour and ended up soaking wet, but that became a great memory.
When you get caught in a downpour, even your underwear can get wet, so it might be a good idea to bring a change of clothes just in case...

1時間コースと2時間コース悩みましたが、2時間コースで正解！
私達を含め6人グループで大自然を疾走、でこぼこ道はもちろん、水たまりやちょっとした小川などなど
途中で写真を撮ってもらったりマンゴーを食べたり、とても楽しかったです。
土砂降りスコールにあいびしょぬれになりましたが、それも良い思い出です。
スコールにあうと下着のパンツまで濡れてしまうほどなので、念の為、着替え持って行った方が良いかも…

A trip with three women in their forties.
A car with "Keana Farm" written on it came to pick us up.
Before we started, one friend who wasn't good at sports and was a bit afraid of heights ended up having a great time, even sliding upside down with hands off the harness at the end.
The staff accompanying us took photos—52 pictures of the three of us.
I attached a digital camera to my wrist to take pictures of my companions, but since I couldn't capture myself sliding, I ended up buying one.
They also sold original T-shirts from Keana Farm.
The point where we had to climb up using our arm strength was tough!
Personally, the scariest part for me was the point where we had to jump down about 3 to 4 meters.
Of course, there was a safety harness, and staff were there to catch us, but I couldn't keep my knees straight and ended up sitting down on landing. How embarrassing!

アラフォー女性３人旅。
車体にケアナファームと書かれている車が迎えに来ました。
始まる前は運動が苦手で高いところもちょっと…という友人も、最後には手放し逆さになって滑り楽しそうにしていました。
一緒に回るスタッフが写真を撮ってくれます。３人で５２枚。
手首にデジカメをくくりつけて同行者を撮りましたが、自分が滑っているところは撮れないのでやっぱり買ってしまいました。
ケアナファームのオリジナルＴシャツも売っていました。
ロープを腕の力で昇るポイントはしんどかったなぁ～
個人的に一番怖いと思ったのは３～４ｍ下に飛び降りるポイントでした。
当然命綱は付いているし、下にはスタッフがいて受け止めてくれますが、膝に力が入らず座り込んで着地してしまいました。恥ずかしい～～

Our main event this time was horseback riding. Last time we did it at Kualoa, but here the duration was longer, and the horses were smart, which made it a安心 experience. It was disappointing not to see any turtles, but we were able to have lunch at a restaurant we researched in Haleiwa, and we also had time for shopping. Haleiwa drops you off at your requested location, so I think it's good to do some research beforehand. It's only an hour, so if you haven't checked, it goes by in a flash. Horseback riding truly became the main event this time, and it was fantastic!

私たちの今回のメインイベントだった乗馬でした。前回はクアロアでやりましたが、ここは時間も長く、かしこい馬さんで安心して乗れました。亀には会えず残念でしたが、ハレイワでも調べていた店でランチができ、ショッピングする時間もありました。ハレイワはリクエストの場所に降ろしてくれるので、調べていかれるといいと思います。1時間ですので、チェックしてなかったらあっという間ですよ。乗馬は今回のメインイベントにちゃんとなり、最高でした！