All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

The whole adventure was excellent. The only tip i want to make for future hikers is to make sure you apply extra mosquito repellent on your hike. Besides that, this is a must recommend.

You will be picked up early in the morning and travel to the point by bus, which takes about an hour. During this time, you will fill out a form with your name and check items. There are about 50 check items, but it will be finished quickly. (Don't worry, a pen will be provided.) After that, a video explaining the skydiving procedures will be played continuously, so you can learn from it. It's fine to just go with the flow!

Once you arrive, you will be asked if you have missed any items on the form and whether you want to purchase photos or videos. You can decide on the video after watching it, so that's okay too. After that, you will need $1 (four 25-cent coins) to put your belongings in a locker. There is also a change machine, so you don't need to worry if you don't have coins!

By the way, it's customary to tip the diver who will jump with you, around $20 (though it's not mandatory, since they are entrusting your life to them, I think it's nice to at least give $20. You can decide after the jump as well). If you request photos or videos, tips for the people taking them will also be expected. I recommend bringing extra cash.

Now! You might not feel it while jumping, but it was quite cold on the way up in the Cessna. (It might have been because I went in January.) It was a lot of fun, and the weather was great, so the scenery was amazing! I would love to do it again!

As a side note, the free WiFi was very slow and hardly usable. I plan to rent a proper one in Japan or elsewhere in the future.

早朝にピックアップされ、バスで1時間ぐらいかけてポイントまで移動します。その際に、渡される用紙に名前やチェック項目などを記入。チェック項目は50ぐらいありますが、すぐ終わります。（ペンも渡されますのでご心配なく）あとはスカイダイビングの手順動画がずっと流れているのでそれを見て学習。適当で大丈夫ですw
到着したら、用紙の記入漏れがないかと、写真やムービーの購入をするかを問われます。ムービーは見てから決めますでも大丈夫だそうです。その後荷物をロッカーに入れるのに1$（25セント4枚）が必要になります。両替機もあるのでコインがなくても大丈夫！
ちなみに、一緒に飛んでくれるダイバーの人にチップ20$〜（絶対ではないそうですが、自分の命を預けて飛んでくれるので最低でも20$はあげたいですね。飛んだ後に決めてもいいと思いますよ）写真やムービーも頼んだら、その撮ってくれる方達にもチップが発生するそうです。余分に現金を持っていくのをオススメします。
さて！飛ぶときはそう感じないですが、セスナで上空に行くまでがかなり寒かったです。（1月に行ったからかもしれませんが）とっても楽しく、天気もよかったので景色も最高！またやりたいと思いました！
余談ですが、無料特典のWiFiは通信がとても遅く、全然使えませんでした。ちゃんと日本などで今後はレンタルしていきたいと思います。

Great trip. Unfortunately the summit was closed due to high winds when we reached visitor center. Our guide, Joe was great. He took us on a hike to see the sunset which was amazing and then to an area where he set up a huge telescope for star gazing. He was very knowledgeable and made what could have been a disappointing trip into a great one. We had an amazing experience. I would highly recommend it. Good good too!

We experienced this with my husband at the end of the year. For those who will participate in the future, I highly recommend bringing a knit hat and a neck warmer. While ski wear is provided, your head will be cold!! They did lend us knit hats (and I gave in to the cold), but I felt a bit hesitant to wear a hat that someone else had worn (laughs). Also, I wore thick socks, so I didn't mind, but many people mentioned their ankles were cold, so I think wearing high-top shoes or boots, or socks that cover the ankles would be a good idea.

This is our experience, and as the title suggests, it was a very satisfying tour! First of all, the best part was the weather!! Since it's something we can't control, it was really great that it was sunny, and we could see the sunset and the starry sky beautifully. Next, we were able to take a lot of photos! I brought a DSLR camera, but it was cold at the summit, and my hands were freezing, so we couldn't take good pictures ourselves. However, the instructor took many photos of the scenery and us with their DSLR. The photos taken with the starry sky are ones we definitely couldn't have captured ourselves, so I was really happy about that. It became a wonderful memory of our trip to Hawaii!

年末に主人と体験してきました。
これから参加する人は、ぜひ、ニット帽、ネックウォーマーを持っていくことをお勧めします。
スキーウエアは貸してもらえるけれど、頭が寒い！！
ニット帽も貸してもらえたけれど（そして、寒さに負けたけど）、誰かがかぶった帽子をかぶるのは、ちょっと抵抗を感じました（笑）
あと、わたしは厚手の靴下をはいていったので気になりませんでしたが、足首が寒いと言っている人が多くいたので、ハイカットの靴とか、ブーツとか、足首の隠れる靴下をはいていくといいと思います。

私たちの体験談ですが、タイトル通り、大満足！なツアーでした。
まず、１番よかったのは、天気！！
私たちの力ではどうにもならない部分だけに、晴れていて、サンセットも星空もきれいに見えたのが本当に良かったです。
次は、写真をたくさん撮ってもらえたこと！
一眼カメラを持って行ったけど、山頂は寒くて、手も冷たくて、なかなか自分たちでは上手に撮ることはできませんでした。でも、インストラクターさんが持ってた一眼で、景色も、私たちの写真も何枚も撮ってくれました。星空と撮ってもらった写真は絶対に自分たちでは撮れない写真なので、うれしかったです。
ハワイ旅行のいい思い出になりました！

On the day of our visit, the summit was closed due to strong winds, but we were laughing from the car at the guide's talk. It wasn't just comedy; we were all surprised by the guide's extensive knowledge and techniques, almost like a home appliance comedian. We were able to take many beautiful and fun photos. Even though the summit was closed, the guide negotiated uniquely to secure a great spot for stargazing, allowing us to see it perfectly without anyone else around.

当日は強風で山頂クローズでしたが、車中から案内時のトークに笑い転げてました。しかしただのお笑いではなく、まるで家電芸人の様な豊富な撮影知識とテクニックに一同びっくり。綺麗で楽しい写真をたくさん撮る事が出来ました。クローズでも独自の交渉で星空観察ポイントも良い場所確保してもらい他店のいない所でばっちり見られました。

It was a few minutes that made me realize how many fun things there are in the world. Filming with a GoPro was also a great memory. I definitely want to fly again when I go to Hawaii.

世の中こんなに楽しいことがあったんだ、と実感した数分の出来事でした。
GOPROでの撮影もとても良い記念になりました。
ハワイに行ったら是非また飛びたいと思います。

First time for my kids and me and we would definitely do it again!! The crew was great and professional. We all hooked a fish!! Loved it!

Our guide, Hank, made the tour worth every penny. Not only was he totally organized and pleasant, his knowledge sharing was priceless. Geology, geography, astronomy, Hawaiian culture, history: so interesting! Thank you for a great day!

I leisurely went horseback riding along the North Shore beach. The well-trained horses trotted through the forest and along the seaside paths. It was a pleasant experience while watching people sunbathing and fishing, enjoying the waves of the North. During my stroll in Haleiwa, I also enjoyed an avocado burger and shave ice, making it a very satisfying tour.

ノースショアの海辺をのんびり乗馬しました。よく訓練された馬達で林の中や海辺の道を　ポコポコ。日光浴や釣りをしている人、ノースの波を見ながらの気持ちの良い体験でした。ハレイワの散策ではアボガドバーガーやシェイブアイスも食べて大満足のツアーでした。

I took my daughter on a ride at gunstock ranch as a 12th birthday gift. We arrived 40 mins before check in and watched the horses get saddled up, and had a chance to see the newborn baby sheep! The guide, Garrett, was incredibly friendly and more then happy to answer all her questions and calm her nerves before the ride began. The 600 acre, family owned ranch is absolutely gorgeous! Amazing views the whole hour. Caves that have been used for TV scenes, big open fields of cattle, wild boars running around, rainbow etc. I would definitely return for more rides in the future, and will be recommending it to all my friends!

It was very fun. At first, I was a little scared, but gradually it became enjoyable, and in the end, the kids were even upside down. Please be sure to experience it.

とても楽しかったです、
はじめは少し怖かったけれど、だんだんと楽しくなり最後は子供達も逆さになったりと
是非体験してください。

We were blessed with good weather, and we were able to enjoy the stunning views. My 9-year-old daughter was scared at first, but in the end, we were able to create the best memories with smiles.

天候に恵まれたのもありますが、絶景を楽しむ事ができました。9歳の娘も怖がっていましたが最後は笑顔で最高の思い出を作る事ができました。

Meeting in the morning is early! First, during the approximately one hour it takes to arrive at the airport, you'll be signing documents (contracts). There are about 30 to 40 items, so reading and signing each one can be quite a task (especially since you might be sleepy from waking up early). During this time, the person who will be providing transportation will also give explanations. They talk quite a bit. Among the explanations for the documents, they will uniquely discuss the wonders of skydiving, so please pay attention to the key points. Video and camera shooting during the dive are available for an additional fee (around $100 to $140). I saw the video of someone who ordered it, and it was quite amazing. I recommend it for those who want to capture memories.

Here, a word of caution is necessary. Since the ride goes over bumpy roads while looking at the screen and documents, even though I usually don’t get car sick, I felt nauseous! If you are prone to motion sickness, please be careful! Just before arrival, they will emphasize the key points of the documents again. After arriving at the airport, there will be a document check, and any deficiencies will be pointed out, so be careful! After that, in our case, we waited nearly two hours until skydiving (which seems to be the standard waiting time). By the way, you will be asked to store your luggage in lockers to some extent. You will need coins, but you can exchange money (you can use $1 or $5 bills). Even those who did not order video shooting for an additional fee can take photos with their smartphones until they board the plane.

The instructors can vary a bit. The female instructor who speaks Japanese was very kind, and you can operate the parachute yourself, but not everyone is like that. If you get someone who doesn’t speak Japanese… However! When you go skydiving, such things are minor! A world unlike any other opens up! Please experience the moment when fear turns into exhilaration! This experience cannot be expressed in words! Lastly, please prepare a separate $20 tip for the instructor (and bring other tip money as well).

朝集合は、早いです！まず、飛行場に到着する約1時間の間に、書類(契約書)にサインしていきます。項目は、だいたい30～40くらい？！あるので、一つ一つ読み、サインする作業は、結構大変(早朝に起きて眠たいこともあり)。その間、送迎して下さる方の説明も入ります。かなり、話されます。書類の書き方説明の中に、スカイダイビングの素晴らしさを個性的に話して下さいますので、要点を捉えて聞いて下さい。ダイビング中のビデオ撮影や、カメラ撮影は別料金(100㌦～140㌦くらい)です。注文されたかたのビデオを見ましたが 、かなり素晴らしい出来です。思い出を形に残したい方におすすめ。ここで、注意が必要です。画面と書類見ながら悪路を行くので、普段車酔いしない私ですが、酔いました‼酔いやすいかた、注意して下さい‼到着直前に、再び、書類の要点だけをかなり強調して話されます。飛行場到着後、書類のチェックがあり、不備をどんどん指摘されますので、ご注意を！その後、スカイダイビングまで、私たちの場合は、2時間近く待ちました(スタンダードな待ち時間のようです)。因みに、荷物をある程度ロッカーに預けるよう言われます。コインが必要ですが、両替できます(1㌦or5㌦紙幣が使えます)。カメラ撮影などを別料金で注文しなかった人も、飛行機に乗るまでなら、自分のスマホなどで撮影できます。
インストラクターの方は、やや当たり外れがあります。日本語を話せる女性のインストラクターの方は、とても親切で、パラシュートの操作も自分でできますが、みんなそうではありません。日本語が話せない方に当たると……。しかし！スカイダイビングをするとそんな事は、小さな事！今までにない世界が広がります‼恐怖が、爽快感にかわる瞬間を是非味わって下さい！この体験は、言葉では表せません‼最後に、インストラクターの方に、別途20㌦のチップが必要ですので、ご準備を。(他チップ代は、持って行って下さい)。

I was anxious about going to a mountain higher than Mount Fuji, but the attentive service from the Japanese staff made for a worry-free and enjoyable drive. At the summit, we were able to see a truly wonderful sunset, and the stargazing was even more beautiful than a planetarium. The explanations about the stars were also very enjoyable and detailed, making it a tour that left my family completely satisfied.

富士山より高い山に行くのは不安でしたが、日本人スタッフの方のきめ細やかなサービスを受け
不安もなく楽しいドライブでした。山頂ではとても素晴らしいサンセットをみることができ、
星空観測もプラネタリウムより綺麗でした。また、星の説明もとても楽しく詳しく説明いただき
家族大満足のツアーでした。

Last time, my younger son was 8 years old and couldn't ride, but my 11-year-old daughter and husband had a great experience. This time, we were able to have the best horseback riding experience as a family of four with my now 10-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter. We definitely want to go horseback riding again next time!

前回は下の息子が8歳で乗馬出来ず…11歳の娘と主人が体験してとても良かったと言う事で今回は10歳になった息子と13歳の娘の家族4人で最高の乗馬体験が出来て良かったです。次回も必ず乗馬はしたいです!!

Butch and Destiny were outstanding with my 7-year old grandson, who had only ridden a horse with me walking next to him. He actually went for a trot - all by himself!! Between the views, the entertaining guides and aloha spirit, my daughter and I would recommend the Mendes Ranch to any and all riders, from beginners to advanced.

This tour was perfect, reply promptly when I had question.
The sunset and the starry night are stunning, wanna go again.
The guide is super nice, I joined 12/22, but forget the guide's name (sorry)
He was really professional and full of knowledge with the stars and thanks him gave us a ride to hotel, we are really appreciated !! Wanna say thanks again :)
If I have the chance, I'll go again !

It's almost a sin to miss ATV ride at Kualoa Ranch. Your Hawaiian adventure is incomplete if you haven't been to ATV rides. We have 2 boys aged 10 and 13 and the Multi-Passenger allowed them to experience this journey. Staff were great and our lead driver made sure we got the most of our ride.

Also shout out to Marisa Lopez at Veltra who provided great advice to my questions and was able to re-book due to weather. Great customer service!

The horseback riding at Kualoa was enjoyable and safe for a large group, making it fun even for beginners. The weather had a bit of rain at first, but it cleared up later, allowing us to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kualoa Ranch with its mix of clouds and sunshine.

クアロアの乗馬は大人数で安心して廻れるので、ビギナーでも楽しめました。
天気は最初に少しだけ雨が降りましたが、後半は雨も上がって、曇ったり・晴れたりと素晴らしいクアロア牧場の景色も楽しめました。

We had Jim as our pilot entertained us with facts and fun! You need to do this to see Hawaii as it was. He got in close to the mountains and the falls where you could never hike it was unforgettable and worth every penny ! Thanks Jim !

This is my third time participating in the Mauna Kea Nature tour, but unfortunately, the weather was not great this time. I managed to climb to the summit of Mauna Kea from the Onizuka Center, but it was snowing and hailing, and it was extremely cold, so I couldn't see the sunset. I barely caught a glimpse of the sunset through a break in the clouds, and I could see the magma of Kilauea in the distance.

Since I couldn't see the starry sky from up high, I moved down and was able to see it there.

It's disappointing that we can't choose the weather, but in a way, it was quite rare for Hawaii, and it turned out to be a valuable experience.

Above all, I enjoyed participating in the tour with the other guests, encouraging each other in a friendly atmosphere. The guide also made an effort to show us the best possible sunset and starry sky, which added to the fun memories.

Needless to say, the warm miso soup, the improved bento from last time, the winter clothing, and the free photo download service are all attractions of this tour.

If you participate in the winter, be prepared for unpredictable weather; I think it's best to join with the mindset that if you get to see something, it's a bonus. Even without a perfect sunset and stars, there is so much to gain from this wonderful tour.

マサシネイチャーでの参加は3回目ですが、今回はあいにくの天気でした。
オニヅカセンターから上のマウナケア山頂にはなんとな登れましたが雪がつもり雹がふり、極寒でサンセットは見れず。
辛うじて一瞬雲の合間から夕陽、遠くにキラウエアのマグマが。
星空も上の方ではみれなかったため下に移動してなんとか見ることができました。

天候は選べないものなので残念といえば残念ですが、ある意味でハワイではかなり稀な天候であり、それはそれで貴重な経験でした。

なにより同行した他のお客様御一行と和気あいあいと励ましあいながらツアーに参加できたこと、ガイドさんも少しでも良い星空、サンセットをみせようと努力してくださる心遣いが伝わり、それらも含め楽しい思い出になりました。

言うまでもなく、暖かいお味噌汁、前回よりおいしくなったお弁当、防寒着に写真の無料ダウンロードサービスもこのツアーの魅了です。

冬場に参加の場合、天気は荒れやすい、それを覚悟の上、見れたらラッキーくらいで参加するといいと思います。
満点のサンセットと星がみえなくても、得るものが大きい、いいツアーです。

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。

This was my second visit to Gunstock Ranch. This time, I mistakenly entered "Kahuku" instead of "Lai'e" into the rental car's navigation system, so I got quite lost before arriving... Upon arrival, I signed the liability waiver, had my luggage stored, and borrowed a helmet before heading out for horseback riding! The course was supposed to be one hour, but I think we ended up riding for over an hour. Last time, we had photos taken at the photo points, but this time, since the Travel Maker's donkey was with us (laughs), the staff member seemed to forget about taking pictures, so we didn't get any... However, the horses were all smart and gentle, making for a very pleasant riding experience. I would love to experience horseback riding here again on my next trip to Hawaii.

２度目のガンストック牧場。
今回はレンタカーのカーナビ入力で「ライエ」ではなく間違って「カフク」にしてしまったのでだいぶ迷いながら到着しました・・・
到着すると免責書類にサインをし、荷物を預かってもらい、ヘルメットを貸してもらいいざ乗馬！！
１時間コースでしたが１時間以上乗馬をしていたかと思います。
前回は写真ポイントで写真を撮って頂いたのですが、今回はトラベルメーカーのロバちゃん（笑）もついてきていたので、スタッフのお姉さんも写真のことを忘れていたのか、写真は撮って頂けませんでした・・・
しかし馬たちもかしこく大人しい馬ばかりでとても気持ちが良い乗馬体験が出来ました。
次回もハワイへ行った際はここで乗馬を体験したいです。

Best ATV tour I have ever be on, and I've been on a lot. The view was incredible. I can't wait til my next trip, try a new adventure at the Kualoa Ranch.

We had a fantastic time jumping out of a plane in hawaii. The views are amazing. I will do this again.

I chose Gunstock Ranch from the many horseback riding plans available. Since I don't know about other horseback riding experiences, I can't compare, but I truly recommend Gunstock Ranch. First of all, the horses are calm and easy to ride. I had no anxiety at all. I didn't understand the English explanations very well, but it's reassuring even for first-timers. And above all, the course is fantastic. There are mountains and the sea, so I wasn't bored from start to finish. This time, I took the one-hour course, and I think it's just the right amount of time. If it were any longer, my legs might get tired...

たくさんある乗馬プランの中から、このガンストック牧場を選びました。他の乗馬を知らないので、比べられませんが、ガンストック牧場は本当にお勧めです。まずは馬がおとなしくて乗りやすいです。全く不安がありませんでした。英語の説明はよくわかりませんでしたが、初めての方でも安心です。そして何よりもコースが最高です。山あり海ありで、最初から最後まで退屈しませんでした。今回は1時間コースでしたが、調度良い時間だと思います。それ以上長いと足が疲れてしまうかも・・・。

We formed groups of four and enjoyed a leisurely horseback ride while taking in the seaside views. The horses were well-trained and intelligent.

4人づつパーティーになって、海辺の景色を見ながらののんびりとした乗馬でした。きちんと調教された賢い馬たちでした。

We did the campfire dinner ride. They keep it to 2 to 6 people. We were the only 2 on the ride that night so it was a wonderful private ride too. It was very pleasant not being in a line of 20 horses like other places we rode. The ride is very enjoyable. Beautiful scenery. Relaxing ride. Clean pathway. Fresh air. The campfire is at the top of a hill so it was a little breezy. We went in December so it was a little cool. Dinner was nice. Good size steak and shrimp, macaroni salad, rice, fresh fruits, smores. More than we could eat. The guide was pleasant and helped my wife the couple times her horse wanted to go another direction. She let me lead a few times while she helped my wife. We will definitely do this ride when we make it back to Oahu.

I had always thought about trying skydiving, and I finally did my first jump this time. I generally dislike heights and can't handle roller coasters, but when I actually jumped, it felt amazing! The instructors were also very friendly and did a great job of easing my anxiety, allowing me to dive with confidence.

一度はスカイダイビングを、と思っていて今回やっと初ダイブしました。
基本高いところは嫌いでジェットコースターもダメなのですが、実際に飛ぶと最高の気分でした！またインストラクターの人たちもとてもフレンドリーで、上手く不安を解消してくれて安心してダイブできました。

I chose this tour because regular cameras can't capture the night sky, but I was disappointed by the lack of hospitality.

During the photo shoot on the way to the summit of Mauna Kea, I asked the guide who took my picture if it turned out well, and he assured me it was fine. I felt relieved and downloaded the photos later, but they were not suitable as keepsakes. It's very unpleasant that these images are shared with other tour participants.

As for the stargazing location, we stopped on a side road on the way from the summit of Mauna Kea to the Onizuka Center for an explanation session. However, several cars passed by on their way down, kicking up dust, and since I was trying to take pictures with a DSLR, the headlights from the cars interfered, causing me to fail at capturing multiple shots. Moreover, the location wasn't open, and the mountains obstructed the view of the night sky, ruining the experience. There should be better spots for stargazing.

Even if the guide is used to the scenery every day, the tour participants are not able to visit these places multiple times. This tour requires you to confirm your reservation on the day of your arrival in Hawaii, but with this kind of service, I felt it was a waste to pay for the phone call.

For positive aspects, please check the comments from other tour participants.

普通のカメラでは星空写真が撮影出来ないので、こちらのツアーを選びましたが
ホスピタリティの無さには期待外れでした。

マウナケア山頂へ行く途中での撮影の際、途中で動いてしまったので撮影してくれたガイドさんに「写真はきちんと撮れているか」と確認した所「大丈夫です」との回答に安心して、後日ダウンロードしましたが、記念写真にならない画像。他のツアー参加者にも公開されているので非常に不快です。

星空観賞の場所。マウナケア山頂からオニヅカセンターへの途中の脇道で停車し説明会が始まりましたが、すぐ近くを下山する車が何台も通るので砂煙が巻き上がるし、私は一眼レフでの撮影に挑戦していたので、車のヘッドライドの明かりが邪魔して何枚も撮影に失敗しました。しかも山間でひらけた場所ではないので、山が邪魔で星空が隠れてしまい台無しです。観賞場所ならもっと他にもあるはずです。

ガイドさんは毎日見慣れた景色でも、ツアー参加者は何回も来れる場所ではないのです。
こちらのツアーはハワイ島到着時に当日の予約確認の依頼をされていますが、この様なサービスでは電話代を支払うのも勿体なく思いました。

良かった点は、他のツアー参加者コメントから確認してください。