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We arrived at Kualoa Ranch in just under an hour with a 10:15 pickup. Since our activity started at 14:15, we had about two and a half hours of free time (laughs). It was around lunchtime, so we leisurely had lunch and spent time browsing the gift shop.

Before the activity began, we watched a safety video. We were the only Japanese participants, but they showed us a video in Japanese, which made it easy to understand and feel secure about participating! Our group had two guides during our start time, but all the explanations were in English, so it might be tough for those who don’t understand English at all. However, the buggies themselves were fantastic, and I think it’s an activity that can be enjoyed even without understanding English! You can drive with a Japanese license, so if you have one, you should definitely drive there! If there aren’t any participants with a license, I believe the guides will drive you.

We had to change from horseback riding to buggies due to full reservations, but I’m really glad we did because it was so much fun! I highly recommend it!!!

10:15ピックアップで１時間弱でクアロアランチに到着。
私たちのアクティビティ開始は14：15だったため、２時間半ほど自由時間がありました（笑）ちょうどお昼を挟む感じだったのでゆっくりランチをしたり、ギフトショップを見たりのんびり過ごして時間を潰しました。
アクティビティ開始前に安全のビデオを見ましたが日本人は私達だけでしたが日本語用のビデオを見せてくださり、分かりやすく安心して参加できました！私たちの開始時刻のグループには2人のガイドが付いてまわりましたが全ての説明は英語なので英語が全くわからない方には厳しいかもしれません。しかしバギー自体はとても最高で英語がわからなくても楽しめるアクティビティだと思います！日本の免許で運転可能なので免許を持ってる場合は運転して行くべきです！！参加する中に免許を持ってる方がいらっしゃらない場合、ガイドの方が運転して連れて行ってくださるのだと思います。
乗馬が予約いっぱいでバギーに変更しましたが、結果バギーにして良かったと思えるほどとっても楽しかったのでおすすめです！！！

We participated as a family of four. On the day of the event, we were worried because the forecast predicted cloudy weather, but just as the guide explained, the clouds cleared, and we were able to see a magical sunset. The stargazing was breathtaking, and it was a good time of year, so we were able to see many shooting stars. The guide's explanations about the stars were also very good. They served us warm cocoa, which warmed us up and was delicious. I recommend that when you visit the Big Island, you take the time to see the starlit sky and the sunset.

家族4人で参加しました。
当日は曇りの予報で心配していましたが、ガイドさんの説明のとおり雲がはけ、幻想的なサンセットを見ることができました。星空観測は圧巻で、時期も良かったそうで流れ星も多数見ることができました。ガイドさんの星の説明もとても良かったです。温かいココアを出していただき身体も温まり、美味しかったです。
ハワイ島に行かれた際は星空とサンセットを見ていただくことをお勧めします。

Since it was my first time, I changed from a solo ride to riding with two people, but I think I could have done the solo ride even as a woman. This time, after riding horses in the morning, I received an explanation and was able to go straight to the ATV ride. The explanation was clear, using a translation app, so I was able to enjoy it without any anxiety. Along the way, they took pictures at scenic spots, let me eat some nuts, and recommended great places, so I had a wonderful guide.

初めてだったので、ソロライドから2人で乗るのに変更してもらったけど、女性でもソロライドでできたかなぁと思います。
今回は朝から乗馬をやった後、説明を受けてそのままATVをやらせてもらえました。説明も翻訳アプリを使ってわかりやすく説明してくれたので、不安なく楽しめました。
途中景色の良いところで写真を撮ってくれたり、木の実を食べさせてもらえたりお勧めの場所を教えてくれたりとても良い方にガイドしてもらえました。

I participated in the same tour 10 years ago, signing up without thinking, just wanting to see the starry sky. The weather was perfect, and I was able to take beautiful sunset photos. However, I realized for the first time how bright a full moon can be. It was so bright that it cast shadows. This time, I researched the moon phases and planned a comeback after 10 years. Miraculously, the clouds cleared, and I enjoyed a stunning night sky. I was able to see the Milky Way, shooting stars, and fully enjoy the starry sky. The BLT sandwich and cocoa provided by the tour were delicious, especially in the cold. Thank you, guide Shoyou.

10年前に同じツアーに参加しましたが、何も考えずに星空が見たいと申し込み、天気は最高でサンセットも綺麗な写真が撮れた。ところが、肝心の星空は、、、満月の月があんなに明るいなんて初めて知りました。月明かりで影ができるほど。今回は月の満ち欠けも調べて10年ぶりのリベンジ。奇跡的に雲もなくなり、満点の夜空を満喫。天の川に流れ星とフルコースで星空を楽しめました。ツアーで用意してくれたBLTサンドと寒い中でのココアは美味しかった。ガイドのショウヨウさん、ありがとうございました。

They guided us to several observatories, and the sunset viewed from the summit was very beautiful. We did some stargazing a little below the summit. Unfortunately, it was a full moon, but we were still able to see many stars. They explained the stars and showed us the moon through a small telescope, making it a very good experience.

いくつかの天文台を案内してくれて、また山頂から見たサンセットがとても綺麗でした。
山頂少し降りたところで天体観測をしました。
あいにくの満月でしたが、それでも沢山の星を観ることができました。
星の説明や小さい望遠鏡で月などを見せてくれてとても良い体験となりました。

There was no turbulence on the flight, and before I knew it, I was up in the sky! After arriving, I was quickly dropped off, and after enjoying the breathtaking views, I found myself back on the ground in no time! It was a valuable experience, and I had so much fun! I want to fly again and again!

飛行機の揺れがなくあっという間に空の上だった！着いてからはポンポン落とされ、絶景を満喫したらあっという間に地上にいた！貴重な経験で本当に楽しかった！また何回でも飛びたい！

It was just a transportation contract, so there wasn't much to it. Perhaps due to the busy season and the shuttle service, there were some delays. While it seemed that others weren't giving tips, when I gave one, they were very pleased.

送迎だけの契約でしたので特に何もありません。
繁忙期でピストン運行だったからか遅れがちでした。
他の方々はチップを渡している気配なかったところ、お渡ししたら
大層喜んでいただきました。

The scenery is breathtaking, and you can easily reach mountains over 4,000 meters. They provide excellent cold weather gear. The guide's attention to detail was wonderful! Although the guide was foreign (English-speaking), it wasn't a problem as long as you could understand a little. Instructions were given in Japanese at key points.

Please experience the scenery and highlights for yourself. An impressive landscape and a grand panorama await you. It probably won't come across in photos...

It was almost a full moon, but if there's a next time, I'd like to aim for a new moon!

圧巻の風景で、気軽に4000m以上の山に到達できます。
寒さ対策もバッチリして貰えますし。ガイドさんの気配りが素晴らしかったです！
外国人ガイド(英語)でしたが、少しのヒアリングが出来れば問題無かったです。
要所では日本語で指示して貰えます。

風景や見どころは行ってみて体験してみてください。圧巻の風景と大パノラマが広がります。
写真ではきっと伝わらないでしょう。。。

ほぼ満月の時でしたが、次回あるなら、新月の時を狙いたいです！

It rained here and there, and while you might get wet, that's part of the fun of the activity. It dries quickly, so it's not a problem. The cast members also spoke in English, mixing in some jokes. I wish we could have stopped at the locations of the King Kong skeleton and the main area of Jurassic Park, as we just passed by them. It was a long time, but it was enjoyable enough to be worth more than the price.

所々 雨が降ってきて、濡れることもあるがそれもアクティビティの楽しみ。すぐに乾くので問題なしだ。キャストの人もギャグを混じえて英語だが話してくれる。骨のキングコングの場所や、ジュラシックパークのメインの所は通り過ぎたので停まって欲しかった。長い時間なのでそれなりに楽しめるので価格以上の価値はありました。

There was a very rare trouble, so I couldn't see the sunset, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful scenery with a gradient from orange to blue after the sun had set. I was worried about the weather for stargazing, but we were blessed with clear skies during the viewing, and I was able to see a sky full of stars, including the Milky Way. The guide's explanations about the history, culture, and nature of the Big Island were very clear and made for a truly enjoyable time. Thank you very much. It was an experience I will remember for a lifetime.

大変レアなトラブルがあり、夕日が沈むところは見れませんでしたが、沈んだあとのオレンジから青のグラデーションかかかった美しい景色をみることができました。
星空も空模様が心配でしたが、観賞時には晴天に恵まれ、満天の星空をみることができ、天の川もみれました。
ガイドの方のお話も、ハワイ島の歴史や文化、自然についてわかりやすく説明いただき大変楽しい時間でした。ありがとうございました。
一生記憶に残る体験ができました。

Matthew went above and beyond to make our experience memorable! Definitely bring lots of water and good hiking shoes as the falls can be a bit muddy. The driver provided water, hiking sticks, and bug spray which is a must. Great experience

Sunset and stargazing at the summit of Mauna Kea was amazing. The guide was very thorough in their explanations, and the tour exceeded my expectations. Thank you very much.

マウナケア山頂のサンセット&星空鑑賞
最高でした。ガイドの方も説明が丁寧で
ツアーも想像を超える内容でした。
本当にありがとうございました。

- A large bus came to pick us up at a meeting point close to the hotel. The driver had a passenger list, so please check in before boarding. (There was someone who boarded without checking in, which made the driver search for them and delayed our departure a bit. The arrival time was not an issue!)

- The staff who welcomed us spoke fluent Japanese. They communicated important details such as the meeting time and the meeting points for each vehicle right from the start.

- The guides for the buggy tour were two young men who spoke English. There was a Japanese explanatory video on how to drive the buggy, so I felt confident driving. We stopped at several photo spots. There was a section where we went down a steep slope after encountering dinosaurs, so if you're a bit scared, it might be better to switch drivers.

- At the photo spots, the guides acted as photographers and took many great commemorative photos! The scenes of everyone getting into the buggy and driving were captured with a professional camera that incurs an additional cost, but purchasing the photos is optional. (We chose not to buy them.)

- I was worried about getting my clothes and bag dirty from the dust, but perhaps because it had rained earlier, it wasn't too much of a concern (though it might be because I wore black clothes). After wiping my face, it was brown, so I think it's a good idea to plan to take a shower and change when we return to the hotel.

・ホテルから近い集合場所に大型バスが迎えにきてくれました。運転手さんが乗客リストを持っているのでチェックインしてから乗ってください。(チェックインせずに乗った方がいて、運転手さんが探しまわって出発が少し遅れました。到着時間は問題なかったです！)

・お出迎えのスタッフさんは日本語ペラペラでした。集合時間や各乗り物の集合場所など大事なことを最初に伝えてくれます。

・バギーツアーのガイドさんは若い男性2人で英語でした。バギーの運転方法は日本語の説明動画があったので、安心して運転できました。何回かフォトスポットにとまります。恐竜が出てきた後に傾斜が急な坂をくだる区間があったので、ちょっと怖い方は運転手交代したほうがいいかも。

・フォトスポットではガイドさんがカメラマンとなって良い記念写真を沢山撮ってくれました！バギーにみんな乗り込んで運転しているシーンは、最初のお金がかかるカメラで撮られますが、購入するかどうかは任意です。(自分たちは買いませんでした)

・砂埃で服やカバンが汚れるのを心配していましたが、雨上がりだったからかそこまで気にならなかったです(黒い服を着ていったからかもしれませんが)顔を拭くと茶色だったので、ホテルに戻ってシャワーや着替えをする計画にするとよいと思います

We participated with four adults, including my son and his wife. Since it was a full moon night, I was worried about whether we would be able to see the starry sky, but it turned out to be a great decision. When we were looking at the stars, the moon had not yet risen, and after taking photos of the starry sky, the moon appeared. The sight of the full moon rising above the clouds was magical and just as moving as the starry sky. Since it was an English guide, I couldn't understand everything, but I appreciated that our guide, James, made an effort to use some Japanese.

息子夫婦を含む大人4人で参加しました。
満月の日だったので星空が綺麗に見えるか心配しましたが結果的に大正解でした。星空を見てる時は月はまだ出ておらず、星空を見て写真を撮って頂いた後に月が出てきました。雲の上から満月が出てくる様は幻想的で星空と同じくらい感動しました。英語ガイドなので全て理解する事は出来ませんでしたが、ガイドのジェームズが使える日本語は使おうという努力をしてくれ感謝です。

I had a great time racing through the magnificent scenery of Kualoa Ranch on a buggy! It was very appealing that I could drive myself, not just ride along. The guide was very polite and kind, and I was able to spend the whole day without any inconvenience! The 100% beef hamburger at the cafe was hearty and very delicious!

クアロア・ランチの壮大な景色の中をバギーで駆け抜けることができて楽しかったです！
ただ、乗っているだけでなく、自分で運転できるところがとても魅力的なでした。
ガイドさんは、とても丁寧で優しく、全く不自由なく、1日過ごすことができました！
Cafeの牛100%ハンバーガーはボリューム満点でとてもおいしかったです！

Perfect weather and a great crew led by Seth make it a very fun, unique experience on Kauai. The water had spins and sloshes as we cascaded down the mountain. The tunnels and the history was interesting.

Enjoyed the explanations of movies filmed here and learning about the native plants as well as the non-native plants. Would have liked a more detailed description of what we would be seeing and I would have signed up for a more comprehensive tour of Kualoa Ranch. Another family said the same thing. By the time you are there and realize it, the spots are all taken and you cannot upgrade your tickets.

I'm glad I took on the challenge despite my anxiety! I want to try skydiving again from a higher altitude! The instructor was very kind as well. The local fuel surcharge could be paid by credit card.

不安もありつつ挑戦してよかったです！またスカイダイビングもっと高度なところから挑戦したいです！インストラクターさんもとても親切でした。
現地払いの燃油サーチャージはクレジットカード支払いできました。

I was finally able to visit Manoa Falls, a long-time dream of mine. I had wanted to go for a while, but my companions often had other places they wanted to visit, or it was difficult to get around since I couldn't drive. This time, by joining a tour with Nature & You, I was finally able to make it happen. The two guides were very kind and I am very grateful. The hike to Manoa Falls was manageable even for someone in their 60s like me, and I enjoyed it comfortably even as a solo participant.

長年の夢が叶ってマノアの滝に行けました。
以前から行ってみたかったのですが、その時々の同行者には他に行きたいところがあったり、車の運転ができないので移動が難しかったりで、なかなか実現することができませんでした。
今回、ネイチャー＆ユーさんのツアーに参加することで、ようやく行くことが出来ました。
ガイドのお二人にはとても親切にしていただきました。感謝感謝です。
マノアの滝へのハイキングは60代の私でも可能でしたし、一人での参加でも快適に愉しめました。

A little before my trip to Hawaii, I saw it on TV and decided to sign up for skydiving. They took us from Waikiki by shuttle bus, and the cheerful driver gave us a boost of energy. Upon arrival, we received various explanations and then took a jet up into the sky! Both the instructor and the cameraman were high-energy, which helped alleviate any fear! The view of the Earth from above was round and beautiful, and it was indescribable... I was simply moved! Skydiving was something I wanted to experience at least once in my life! I'm so glad I did it! Thank you very much.

ハワイ旅行にいく少し前にテレビで見て、スカイダイビングをしたいと思い申し込みをしました。ワイキキの街からシャトルバスで連れて行ってくれて、明るい運転手さんに元気をもらいました。到着して、色々と説明を受けて、ジェット機てわ空の上へ！インストラクターもカメラマンもハイテンションで、怖さを吹っ飛ばしてくれました！空の上からみた地球は丸くてきれいで何とも言えない・・・ただただ感動しました！人生で一度は経験したかったスカイダイビング！やってよかったです！ありがとうございました。

My husband and I did this tour last week for our honeymoon and had an incredible time. Our hosts were Jason, Caden and Zara (aka Jason, Jason, and Jason lol) and they were all excellent. They definitely deserve raises! :) We were highly impressed by how well structured the tour was, from the very beginning and how safety was their top priority (my husband is a safety manager and took notice). We can't wait to return in the future!

The sunset at the summit was very moving! Unfortunately, there were many stars that we couldn't see because of the full moon, but I think it's a great memory to have seen such a beautiful full moon! The guide was also kind, and we had a wonderful time!

山頂でのサンセットはとても感動しました！
残念ながら満月で見えない星も多くありましたが、満月をあんなに綺麗に見ることもなかなかできないと思うと良い思い出です！
ガイドさんも優しくて素敵な時間を過ごせました！

The driver spoke English and was very kind! No need to worry if you can't speak English! The view from the top is amazing!

英語のドライバーさんでしたがとっても優しかったです！英語が喋れなくても心配ありません！
頂上からの景色も最高です！

Skydiving was something I had always wanted to try. As soon as my trip to Hawaii was confirmed, I signed up right away. I chose the 8 AM slot because I read in a review that "if the previous flight is delayed, it can get late in the afternoon." I gathered at 6:40 AM. I had checked the meeting place a few days prior and arrived 15 minutes early. The bus arrived about five minutes later. It has the "GO JUMP" logo, so it's easy to spot.

There were 11 people on the bus, including five Japanese. After getting off the bus, we entered the waiver on an iPad. We consulted with each other and managed to complete it without any issues. We paired up with an instructor, and about four pairs at a time boarded the Cessna.

It seemed like there was only one Cessna, so the second group boarded after the first group came down. I was in the third group because I was slow with the iPad input. It took about an hour and a half from getting off the bus to boarding the Cessna.

The time spent on the Cessna was the most nerve-wracking. Once you jump out, the breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains completely erase any fear. The moment the parachute opens, you go up a bit, which makes you go "wow," but after that, you float down gently. Occasionally, the instructor would maneuver and spin us around, which was both scary and fun.

On the way back, my friend picked me up in a rental car, so I was able to get a shot of my landing. In the end, being in the third group turned out to be a good thing.

一度はしてみたかったスカイダイビング。ハワイ行きが決まってすぐに申し込みました。
「午後は前の便がおすと遅くなることもある」と体験談にあったので、8時便に。6時40分集合でした。集合場所は数日前に下見をしておき、15分前に到着。その5分後にバスも来ました。「GO JUNMP」のロゴが書いてあるので、すぐに分かります。
バスには日本人5名を含む11名が乗車。バスを降りてiPadで免責同意書を入力します。日本人同士で相談しあって、無事に入力。
インストラクターと2人1組で4組ずつくらいがセスナに乗ります。
セスナは1台のようで、1番目の組が降りてきてから2番目の組が乗り込む感じです。私はiPadの入力が遅かったので3組目。
バスを降りてから、セスナに乗るまで1時間半くらいかかりました。
セスナに乗ってる時間が一番緊張します。セスナから飛び降りてしまえば、海と山の景色の素晴らしさで恐怖心は全くないです。
パラシュートを開く瞬間が一度上に上がるので、「うわっ」と思いますが、その後は、ふわふわと降りていきます。
時折、インストラクターが操作してクルクル回ってくれて、怖楽しかったです。
帰りはレンタカーで友人が迎えに来てくれていたので、ちょうど、降りてくるのを撮影してもらえました。結果的に3組目で良かったです。

I was very satisfied with the explanations of the towns during the round trip, as well as the follow-up for all participants at each photo spot. Thank you very much!

往復の車内での街々のご説明、写真スポット毎での参加者全員のフォロー、大変満足できました、有難うございました！

Tour guide was informative. Ride was comfortable. BLT bacon was really good. Veggie burger was more filling than the BLT. Stargazing was minimal due to full moon but fun. Best not to go during around full moon time. Download a star app like Night Sky to help enhance the experience. Dress for cold wind. You are going to want to take a lot of pictures so if if your hands get cold easily, bring mitts!

I felt like I became a pilot while flying✈️ Even as a beginner, the staff were very kind and taught me in a way that was easy to understand, so I was able to apply with confidence😺

パイロットになれた気分で操縦✈️
素人にでも、スタッフの方がとても親切で、
大変わかりやすく教えて頂けるので
安心して申し込みできました😺

I visited Kualoa Ranch for the first time. I was satisfied with the two-hour horseback riding experience and the ample time spent there. However, I had a lot of concerns. First, there were no Japanese-speaking staff, and I wasn't quite sure how to use the locked lockers, so I ended up leaving my things in a regular storage area. Fortunately, I was wearing a jacket with zippered pockets, so I could at least keep my wallet safe. I was anxious because all the safety instructions for riding were in English, but the horses were well-behaved and not scary at all. I wish there had been signs and videos in Japanese. Well, it's my fault for not understanding English...

I was looking forward to seeing the movie filming locations, but there were none at all, and I just walked along the mountain paths. It's disappointing.

初めてクアロアランチに行きました。
２時間の乗馬、たっぷりの時間を過ごす事が出来て満足ではありました。
が、不安はいっぱいで
まず、日本語のスタッフさんが居なくて
鍵付きロッカーの使い方がイマイチ分からず
結果、普通の荷物置き場に置きました。
幸いファスナー付きのポケットの服だったので財布くらいは入れられたのでよかったのですが。
馬に乗る際の注意点すら全て英語だったので不安でしたが
お馬さん、お利口さんで怖くなかったです。
日本語の看板やビデオがあったらいいのになって思いました。
ま、英語が分からない私が悪いのですが…。

映画のロケ地を楽しみにしていましたが
全く無くてひたすら山道を歩きました。
残念です。

Awesome place, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great views and a good time. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

The guide was entirely in English, but since the guide was of Japanese descent, I was very grateful for the simple Japanese explanations provided. I was very satisfied to see the beautiful sunset and starry sky. I rated it one star less because I wouldn't be able to obtain the photos taken unless I posted this review (it seems that posting a review is mandatory when booking through Veltra).

すべて英語でのガイドでしたが、日系のガイドさんだったため簡単な日本語で案内していただき、大変ありがたかったです。
綺麗な夕陽と星空を見ることができ、大変満足でした。
星マイナス1としたのは、この口コミを投稿しなければ、撮影いただいた写真を入手できないためです（ベルトラでの申込の場合は口コミ投稿が必須のようです）。