Reviewed by: まらま
I went with my 11-year-old and 8-year-old sons. It took about 2 hours to arrive by bus. The horseback riding was amazing for our first time. It was all in English, but I was able to understand. The staff were very polite and kind. I think I will go again when I visit Hawaii.
11歳8歳の息子と一緒に行ってきました。
バスで2時間位で到着でした。
初めての乗馬最高でした。
英語オンリーでしたが、理解できました。
とても丁寧で優しいスタッフの方たちでした。
またハワイ行く時は行くと思います。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/16 |
Reviewed by: SWEENEY'S
We had such a great time and our guide made the best coconut cookies and made the adventure a blast!!
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| Packages: | Standard ATV Solo Driver (Kawasaki Teryx4 UTV) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/20 |
Reviewed by: kasa
Everything depends on the local coordinator and driver. It was far too casual. They arrived on time in the morning, but handed me a pen that didn’t work and a consent form to read. I was told to check items and fill in blanks. The car was shaking, it was dark, and I couldn’t understand the content well. There was no explanation about the consent form, the optional video, or the photo content and prices at all. In the end, I was handed a document about their background and a business card, and was told to read it if I wanted. Was that really necessary? The business card had a phone number and mentioned that arrangements could be made for $175. I was so upset that I immediately threw it away. I wish I could have taken a photo if it was possible.
I thought there would be a proper explanation of the content on-site, but it seemed like I had to fill everything out in the car, and everyone was confused inside the vehicle. They also kept talking endlessly using the car's microphone. I don’t remember much of the content, but they were talking about health. There was no explanation about skydiving.
By the way, it was written that there would be a lecture in Japanese on-site, but there wasn’t any. We just watched a video in the car on the way there. After that, the foreign instructor who would jump with us taught us in broken Japanese for about a minute. The quality of the explanation varied depending on the instructor.
When we arrived on-site, there was an explanation about the optional video and photos, but the amount explained by the coordinator was different from the amount charged, leading to a dispute with the local company. I tried to explain in broken English, but it didn’t get through, and both sides gave up. The coordinator didn’t stay on-site because they had another job.
The skydiving itself was fun. However, due to bad weather, we had to change to the 2100m plan. I think it would be enjoyable for those who don’t get car sick or motion sick. There’s no fear; it’s just for a moment.
However, there were so many issues that I don’t have good memories of it. There was so much more that I couldn’t write here. It’s a unique experience, and I don’t want it to be ruined here. It’s strange that there are no complaints here. I think improvements are necessary.
すべては、現地コーディネーター兼運転手です。
あまりにも適当過ぎます。
朝一時間通りに迎えには来ましたが書けないボールペンと同意書を渡され読んで
項目にチェックを入れ空白を記載しろと言われました。
車の中で揺れるし、暗いし、内容もよくわかりません。
同意書の内容だったり、オプションのビデオとか写真の内容や金額もまったく説明がありません。
挙句の果てには自分の生い立ちの資料と名刺を渡され、
よかったら読んでと言われました。必要あるのでしょうか。
名刺には電話番号とたしか175$で手配できると書いてました。
腹が立ちすぐ捨てました。写真がアップできるなら持って帰ればよかったです。
現地で改めて内容説明があるのかと思いましたが、
結局車ですべて書かないとダメみたいで、車内ではみんな困惑していました。
また車のマイクをつかって延々としゃべっていました。
内容はあまり覚えていませんが、健康について話していました。
スカイダイビングの説明はありません。
ちなみに現地にて日本語にて講習があると書いていましたがありません。
行きの車の中でビデオ見て終わりです。
あとは一緒に飛ぶ外人のインストラクターの人が片言の日本語で教えてくれるのみです。約1分のみ。インストラクターによっても説明の善し悪しはあります。
現地についたときにオプションのビデオ・写真の説明がありましたが
コーディネーターの説明した金額と請求金額は違っており現地の会社と揉めました。
片言の英語で説明しましたが伝わらずどちらも諦めました。
コーディネーターは次の仕事があるからと現地には常駐しません。
スカイダイビング自体は楽しかったのです。
ただ天気が悪く2100mのプランに変更なりました。
車酔いや乗り物酔いなどしない人は楽しいと思います。
怖さなどはありませんよ。一瞬だけです。
ただいろいろ有り過ぎていい思い出はありません。
ここに書ききれないほどまだまだありました。
なかなかできない体験と、ここで壊してほしくありません。
ここにクレームがないとこが不思議です。
改善が必要だとおもいます。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/31 |
Reviewed by: リッチー
I enjoyed a refreshing horseback ride along the North beach. I was able to take in the changing scenery, including the sandy beaches and the forest. There was also a super VIP group there, but I didn't encounter them during the ride. I definitely want to go again.
ノースの海辺を爽やかに乗馬しました。
砂浜や林の中など、移りゆく景色を楽しめました。超VIPのグループも来られてましたが、乗馬中はさすがに遭遇しませんでした。
また行きたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/30 |
Reviewed by: Linda
This was a very good experience for the beginner. We all caught something and had a wonderful view of Wakiki shoreline and Diamond Head. The crew were very good and helpful when your line got broken/stuck. Well worth the money.
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| Packages: | Daytime Fishing Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/16 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see a very beautiful sunset, and it was moving!! However, it was extremely cold. For stargazing, clouds rolled in, but they worked hard to find a spot where we could see the stars, and we managed to catch a glimpse. Masashi's guidance was also excellent, and it will definitely be one of my best memories on the Big Island. However, sunsets make me feel a bit lonely when the sun goes down, so perhaps a sunrise would have been even more moving. It’s early in the morning, but I thought I would like to go for a sunrise next time.
とてもキレイなサンセットがみれて、感動的でした!!ただ、めちゃめちゃ寒いです。星空観測は雲が出てしまったのですが、見れるところを一生懸命探してくださって、なんとか見れました。マサシさんのガイドもすごく良くて、ハワイ島で一番の思い出になること間違いなしです。ただ、サンセットは日が沈むと寂しい気持ちになるので、サンライズのほうが、もっと感動的だったかも。朝早いですが、次回はサンライズ行きたいなと思いました。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour the other day.
The sunrise time is indeed cold, but it is very magical.
If you have the opportunity to visit again, please do join our sunrise tour.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.
Thank you.
先日は弊社のツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
サンライズの時間帯は確かに寒いですがとても幻想的です。
また、ご来島される機会がございましたら是非サンライズツアーにもご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
Reviewed by: 12/27
I had a great time!
The driver was a nice person, and it felt wonderful to ride horses along the beautiful beach and connect with nature!
The only downside was that someone who wasn't picked up confronted the driver, insisting it wasn't their fault, and complained to the company, which created a negative atmosphere. It was unfortunate to encounter a complainer while in Hawaii, especially since there were others from the same hotel being picked up.
However, the driver continued to lighten the mood and was truly a good person! If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely like to participate again!
とても楽しかったです!
ドライバーさんも良い人だったし、綺麗なビーチ沿いを馬に乗って散歩して自然を感じる事が出来て気持ち良かったです!
☆一つ少ないのは、ピックアップされなかった人が、自分は悪くないってドライバーさんに、食ってかかったり、会社に文句の電話してたり、降りる時に文句言い逃げしたりして、空気が悪くなったからです。
同じホテルからピックアップされてる人がいるって事は……って感じでしたが、ハワイに来てまでクレーマーに遭遇とは。不運でした。
けど、その後もドライバーさんは和ませてくれて、本当に良い人でした!
またハワイに行く機会があれば是非参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: まるきち
My husband had been wanting to try this bike tour down the mountain for a while. Since we were at it, we decided to add a hiking component and participated in this tour. It's quite a survival-style mountain climbing experience, different from Diamond Head and Koko Head. It has a similar vibe to the Manoa Falls Trail, but since we were allowed to enter private land, it feels even more like a jungle (laughs). Along the way, we crossed rivers and ventured down paths without trails, which I think allows for a different kind of enjoyment away from the lively atmosphere of Waikiki.
The bike ride starts with a drive to the starting point. Riding through the wind is truly refreshing. Personally, I felt like I wanted to go a bit faster, but it was still fun. Having lunch at a viewpoint overlooking Waikiki is priceless! It's a nearly full-day itinerary, but I recommend it for those who are tired of the beach.
Please be aware that there is no Japanese language support at all, so be prepared when you get in the car. Our team consisted of 12 people, including two other families and two individuals, but we were the only Japanese. All conversations were in English. It felt like being thrown into an English conversation class right from the pickup car, which was quite stimulating (laughs). It's a shame that I couldn't enjoy it even more because I didn't understand English well.
Before entering the mountain, they ask if you want to wear rubber boots. None of us on our team raised our hands, and we ended up starting the hike in sneakers... which got quite muddy, leading to a shoe wash at the hotel (tears). If you dislike washing your shoes, please muster the courage to raise your hand and say, "I will wear rubber boots!"
I recommend this for families, couples, and groups. Create some wonderful memories!
主人が前からやってみたいと行っていたのが、このバイクで山を下るツアー。
せっかくならハイキングもつけてみようということで、今回このツアーに参加しました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドやココヘッドとも違う、なかなかなサバイバル系山登りです。
マノアフォールトレイルと雰囲気が似ていますが、こちらは私有地に入れてもらっているのでさらにジャングル感が濃いです(笑)
途中に川を渡ったり、道なき道を進んだり、ちょっとワイキキのウキウキ感とは離れて楽しめると思います。
バイクは車でスタート地点まで連れて行ってくれます。風をきって走っていくのは本当に爽快です。個人的にはもう少しビュンビュン走ってみたかった気もしますが・・・でも楽しかったです。ワイキキを一望できる高台で食べるランチはプライスレス♪
ほぼ1日がかりの行程ですが、海に飽きちゃった人にはおすすめです。
ポイントは一切日本語がありませんので、それなりに覚悟を決めて車に乗り込んでください。
私たちは他に2つのファミリー、個人参加の方が2名の12名のチームでしたが、日本人は私たちのみ。会話はすべて英語です。お迎えの車の中から一気に英会話教室に放り込まれたような感覚でそれはそれは刺激的でした(笑)
きっと英語が分かればもっともっと楽しめるのにな~というのが残念です。
山に入る前に、長靴をはきますか?と聞かれます。私たちのチームは誰も手をあげなくて、何だかその流れで私たちもスニーカーで山登りに突入したのですが・・・・かなり泥んこになりホテルで靴洗い(涙)
靴洗いが嫌な方は勇気を持って「長靴はきます!」で手を挙げてくださいね。
ファミリーにもご夫婦にもグループにもおすすめです。楽しい想い出を作ってください!
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: ぴーす
The guides, Yamapi and Rick, were polite gentlemen with proper manners. On the way to Haleakalā, we stopped at a viewpoint where they set up binoculars for whale watching. Thanks to them, I was thrilled to see a whale surface! The weather was great that day with no wind, and Haleakalā offered the best views. The guide was very accommodating, matching the pace of the participants, which made for a very pleasant experience. I look forward to seeing you again on my next trip to Maui. PS: Yamapi, I'm waiting for the photos. Mr. & Mrs. T
ガイドのヤマピーさんとRickさんは礼儀正しく、言葉遣いもキチンとされてる紳士。ハレアカラに向かう途中見晴台に止まり、双眼鏡を設置してクジラ見学もさせてくれました。おかげでクジラが頭を出した所が見れて感激!その日は風もなく良い天気で、ハレアカラは最高の景色でした。参加者のペースに合わせたアットホームなガイドで、とても気持ちよく参加できました。次にマウイに行く時もよろしくお願いしますね。PS:ヤマピーさん、写真待ってます。Mr.&Mrs. T
Since the New Year, I haven't seen any whales, so I went whale watching with a telescope! The weather was nice, and I was able to spot them quickly, which was great. Haha!
Please come back to Maui and relax again! I'll be waiting with the starry sky.
新年まだ鯨を見ていないということで、天文双眼鏡で鯨見学! 天気も良くすぐに発見できて良かったです。笑
またのんびりマウイに遊びに来てくださいね!星空と共にお待ちしています。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Anna
this day out is well worth it. our guide Terii was very enthusatic about Hawaii its culture, history, forna etc. The highlight would have to be swimming with the turtles at the end. The day is extremely organised, good food, heaps of snacks etc.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: もこもこ
Something I always wanted to do at least once in my life!
Skydiving.
It was truly the best experience.
As mentioned here, if you have Japanese and high school-level English conversation skills, you can do it without any problems.
I signed up for 2100m, but when I arrived, there were no other participants for that height, so I was almost forced to upgrade.
I intended to sign up for photos on-site, so I went ahead with the application.
Skydiving is not difficult at all; you can leave everything to the instructor!
Also, the tipping system here is easy to understand (there's a post for tips), so the timing for tipping, which is said to be difficult for Japanese people, was not an issue.
On the way back, I asked the driver to stop for a North Shore tour, so I got off along the way.
I was able to return to Honolulu by bus!
私の人生で一度は必ずやろうと思っていたこと!
スカイダイビング。
ほんとに最高の経験でした。
ここにも書いてあった通り日本語と高校レベル?の英会話能力があれば問題無くできます。
2100mの希望で申し込みしましたが、現地に着くと2100mの参加者は他にいなく、
ほぼ強制的にグレードアップする形になりました。
写真は、現地で申し込もうと思っていましたので、そのまま申し込みを。
スカイダイビングは何も難しいことなく、
すべてインストラクターさん任せにして大丈夫です!
また、ここはチップの仕組みもわかりやすく(チップを入れるポストがあります)
日本人が難しいと言われるチップのタイミングも問題なしでした。
帰りはドライバーさんにお願いし、
ノースショア観光を希望したため途中下車。
帰りはバスでホノルルに戻れましたよー!
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| Packages: | 高度2100メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We were picked up at our hotel in Kona around 1 PM and took about two hours to reach the Onizuka Visitor Center via the hotel in Waikoloa. There, we had our lunch and spent an hour acclimatizing to the altitude before driving up to the summit of Mauna Kea again. The summit was very windy and cold, but we were deeply moved by the beautiful sunset and the sea of clouds. After that, we observed the starry sky at an altitude of over 3,000 meters, where the stars appeared very close, and we could even see satellites moving. It was a great experience of nature that you can't have in Tokyo. Our guide, Stephan, was also kind and a truly wonderful person.
13時頃にコナのホテルでピックアップ、ワイコロアのホテル経由で約2時間かけてオニズカビジターセンターに着きました。そこでお弁当を食べ体を標高に慣らすこと1時間、再度車でマウナケア頂上まで登りました。山頂は風が強く寒かったですが、きれいな日没と雲海を見ることが出来て大変感動しました。そのあとも標高3千数百メートルのところで星空観察、星がとても近く見え、人口衛星まで動いているのが確認できました。東京では体験できない大自然、とても良かったです。ガイドのステファンさんも親切で大変素晴らしい方でした。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour the other day.
The starry sky from the summit of Mauna Kea is something you can't see in Tokyo, right?
I'm very happy to hear such wonderful feedback.
We all look forward to your next visit to the island.
Thank you.
先日は弊社のツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
マウナケア山頂からの星空は東京では見られないですよね。
最高 そんなお声が聞けて大変嬉しく思います。
またのご来島、スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/20 |
Reviewed by: Vanessa
I had originally purchased the 2 hour horseback riding tour but was called earlier on the day of the ride that they were not able to give the 2 hour ride tour due to a triathlon taking place on the Kualoa Ranch property. Renee was great to talk with with she offered alternatives. Change of day in the ride or lunch on them and a 1 hour ride with a bus ride to see the area that "Jurassic Park" was filmed. We chose to take the 1 hour ride and lunch on them. The buffet lunch was VERY good and had many selections to choose from. The horse were used to having inexperienced riders. They in my reflection were push button horses. They followed the leader. Very good ride for a first time horseback rider. The tour guide was very pleasant. Oh and Veltra reimbursed me the difference in cost between the two rides. That was very nice of them. When I go back to Oahu I think I will purchase the ATV tour. That looked like a lot of fun.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - One Hour Horseback Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/07 |
Reviewed by: Stephen
It rains a lot on the mountain so it was postponed twice. We were looking for a more relaxed, free ride which they intimated but it was not quite what we were looking for. There were four other people, most of whom didn't know what they were doing. So maybe if it was just my daughter and I, it would have been better. The ranch is nice and if you're inexperienced and just looking for a mostly plodding experience, it's a good activity. Using VELTRA was a good experience. They have a very good system.
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| Packages: | 1.5 Hour Horse Riding Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/15 |
Reviewed by: とぴこ
You can enjoy an hour and a half of horseback riding. The grasslands stretch as far as the eye can see! The instructions are in English, so if you don't understand English, it's better to read the instructions hanging on the wall before participating. There are hills, making it thrilling. While your horse is eating grass, the other horses move ahead, and you might find yourself trying to catch up with the group, which left me, as a beginner, exhausted by the end. You can really enjoy it to the point where you wonder if you still have to walk!
1時間半みっちり乗馬ができます。見渡す限りの草原!説明は英語なので英語がわからない人は事前に壁にかけてある説明書きを読んでから参加した方がよいです。坂があったりでスリル満天。自分のお馬さんが草を食べている間に他のお馬さんがどんどん進んでいくと、その群れに追いつこうと走り出したりするので、乗馬初心者の私は終わるころにはぐったり。まだ歩くのか・・・というぐらい満喫できます!
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| Packages: | 1.5時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Simba
This was a good experience, it was really nice to see the Back Country of Hawaii.
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Horseback Ride with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Alyssa
We had a great time zip lining! This was my second time zip lining (first time in Sonoma) and my husband's first time. Our amazing guides Brian and Nainoa helped make our day memorable and zip lining easy for everyone. One recommendation for anyone prone to mosquito bites: bring mosquito gel or something for your exposed arms/legs! I sprayed two layers of OFF on my legs and came out of the first two lines with about 14 bites on my legs. The company provides OFF spray for you to use before you head up the bumpy road to the first line, but it doesn't quite work. I recommend wearing pants/long sleeve clothes that breathes as well as using bug spray as it is very humid there. If you bring your smart phone, I'd recommend bringing something to wrap around your wrist. If you have a regular camera, you can strap it around your neck or wrist. They have water to drink as you go through the course, so no need to bring a bottle along.
The course has seven lines for you to travel on, with the first two being very beginner friendly through the banana trees. As you progress throughout the zip lines, they get longer and the terrain clears up a bit. The guides find wild fruit that is growing on the course and pick it for you to eat. We had apple bananas, two types of guava (one pink and one small, sweet yellow guava), tomatoes, and a sip of white ginger flower nectar. The last two lines are by far the best. Second to last, you travel over the river before the waterfall and is the last line where you can practice your "steering". The last line you just let gravity take you down as you take a nice long ride, with an amazing view of the waterfall, to the end of the course. When you reach the bottom of the line, they have more fresh fruit and sugar cane all cut up, ready to enjoy! We would definitely go back!
One thing is the equipment can get a little smelly. Not sure how much it gets wiped down (my harness smelled sour and helmet left me sweating brown stuff).
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/15 |
Reviewed by: HawaiiFun
This was my first zipline experience and a second for my wife. We had sign up for 8 zipline package. They started us with relatively short distance and not so fast zipline. With every line, distance and speed kept increasing. Every line offered views of both mountains and ocean. Both of our guides Johnny and Loki were great when it came to making it a safe and fun experience. Drive up to the of the hill was pretty bumpy but fun due to stories of Uncle George. They provided us with reusable water bottle and start and pretty awesome snacks in the middle. Overall it was a pretty fun activity. I do recommend it for first timers, May not be extreme enough for repeaters.
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| Packages: | 8 Line Zip Tour 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Reviewed by: ゆうみ
I went to Mendes Ranch by rental car. It was my second time horseback riding. The first time was on the Big Island of Hawaii. Although it was drizzling, the horse was very cute. Compared to horseback riding on the Big Island, there wasn't much time to interact with the horse before and after riding, and the smell of the horse was quite strong, which was a bit disappointing. However, it was fun to run up the hill!
レンタカーでメンデス牧場まで行きました。
乗馬は人生2回目。
前回はハワイ島でしました。
小雨の降る中での乗馬でしたが馬はとても可愛かったです。
ハワイ島での乗馬に比べると乗馬の前後で馬と触れ合う時間がなかった、馬の匂いが強かったなどの残念な感じはありましたが坂道を走って登ったのは楽しかったです♪
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| Packages: | 乗馬:1時間30分 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Reviewed by: pure
It was my first time in Hawaii. It was also my first time trying sport fishing. I was the only one participating in the tour, which made me quite anxious since I couldn't speak the language. On the day of the tour, we were supposed to meet before 6 AM. I thought I could walk from the hotel, but after only checking the map, I felt uneasy about going to a new place alone, so I was glad I arranged for a taxi in advance. The taxi arrived on time and took about 20 minutes to get there. Three young people were already there. I thought they were my companions, but they didn't seem very friendly, and it turned out they were there individually. A little late, a boy around sixth grade and his mother arrived. The weather was a bit cloudy, but I wasn't worried. I greeted them, but as expected, I couldn't understand much of what they said.
As we set off, we progressed into the dark dawn sea. It was more cold than refreshing, and my windbreaker came in handy. After about 20 minutes, the young captain began to slow down as he looked at the fish finder. I started to feel excited, thinking we were about to catch fish, but it turned out we were going to catch live bait. The members on board took turns catching fish that looked like mackerel, about 30 centimeters long. I think we caught around 30 fish. We were ready to go, and my excitement grew as we set off again toward our destination. The boat accelerated, and I thought we were quite far from the island, but after about an hour, the island was no longer visible. Moreover, the sea was quite rough, and the boat rocked significantly, which surprised me.
The boat was professional and exceeded my expectations with its impressive equipment. I had imagined fishing in such a boat, but unfortunately, we didn't encounter the target fish. In the end, we only caught one mahi-mahi. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of serious fishing on a cruiser. The catch or lack thereof is just a matter of luck. I was happy to have had this experience. Although there was a language barrier, the captain was considerate, and it turned out to be a memorable day.
初めてのハワイでした。
スポーツフィッシングもはじめて。同行のツアーで、参加するのも、どうやら私一人。言葉もできないし、不安いっぱいで、当日を迎えた。
当日、6時前の集合で、、ホテルから歩けるかと思っていたが、地図上だけの確認で、一人、初めてのところに行くのも不安だったので、事前にタクシーをお願いしていて正解だった。タクシーは、時間どうり手配されており、20分くらいで、到着。すでに、3人の若者が、来ていた。仲間かと思っていたら、それほど親しそうでもなく、それぞれの参加だったようだ。遅れて、小学6年生くらいの男の子と、お母さんが、やってきた。天気は、やや曇りだが、心配なし。挨拶をしたが、案の定よく言葉は、わからなかった。
出発すると、どんどん真っ暗な夜明けの海を進んでいく。すがすがしいというよりは、寒い。ウインドブレーカーが役に立つ。20分くらい走ったろうか、しきりに、キャプテンの青年が、魚探を眺めてスピードを落とし始めた。いよいよかとワクワクし始めたら、どうも生餌を釣るということらしく、乗ったメンバーが、順番に、30センチくらいのサバのような魚を釣り上げることになった。30匹くらいは、釣ったと思う。準備はできた。いよいよと思ってワクワク感は、募っていく。目指す場所に向かって、再度、出発。船は、どんどん加速され、けっこう、島から離れたなあと思っていたのだが、1時間くらい走り続けただろうか、もう、島は、見えなくなってしまっていた。おまけに、沖は、それなりに、しけていて、けっこう、上下に、大きく揺れ、こんなところまで来るのかと驚いた。
ボートは、本格的で、私のイメージをはるかに超え、立派な装備がされていたものだった。こういう船で、マリーンは、釣るのかと勝手に、想像を膨らませていたが、なかなか、お目当ての魚に出会うことは、残念ながらなかった。結局、釣果としては、シイラ1匹だけだった。
でも、クルーザーに乗っての本格的なフィッシングは、十分堪能できた。釣れるつれないは、時の運。このような体験をできたことが、楽しかった。言葉の壁は、なかったわけではないが、キャプテンも、気を使ってくれ、、思い出深い1日となった。
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| Packages: | 1日プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Frank X.
It was our first time ziplining and we totally enjoyed the entire experience.
We were picked up by a van at the checkin point ant driven up the mountain. The trip is a bit rough since the road were unpaved. We stopped at a station in between to get geared up, and then the fun started.
Our tour guides were AWESOME. They were so funny and knowledgeable, making the entire trip so entertaining. I was a bit nervous at the beginning. But after the first line, I can't wait to go again.
The view was great from the mountain too. Definitely a wonderful experience worths every penny, highly recommended.
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| Packages: | 8 Line Zip Tour 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/14 |
Reviewed by: Artem and Alina
Well, what can I say?
This was a good activity that I am glad I did. But I won't say that I would do it twice. I don't think I would do any zipline twice, unless it's been a very long time.
The stuff was extremely nice to us. They were extremely careful, letting us know about all the risks and how to avoid them. They were catching every single person in the end of each zipline so that no one got hurt. Also, they were telling us stories about hawaiian culture and hawaiian island after each zipline.
Stuff had a great sense of humor as well. Lots of appropriate jokes were made :)
Last, but not least, Everything was organized in a timely manner as well.
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| Packages: | 8 Line Zip Tour 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/15 |
Reviewed by: Stephanie C.
This is the best hawaiian experience ever…I have done this twice! Not the typical tour, a local hawaiian Mika, takes you on a personal tour, with local folklore about the menehunas, he shows the local fruit, plants, how the hawaiian grew the taro plant..and then we can eat and taste the local fruit. I ride horses, and have ridden many a tourist rides, all over my travels, but this my favorite, the spiritual Waipio Valley with a local guide. Local horses (and you ride by wild mustangs in the valley) amazing to see.! ,Even my co-worker, from NY who has never been on a horse, loved it and feeling so close to nature and the culture. I will go on this ride every time I come to Big Island!
My favorite Hawaiian experience..you feel very connected with the culture, and nature.
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| Packages: | Morning Ride |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Ramya
This was our first time zip-lining and we were little nervous. We ended up having a blast! The 2 zip line guides were so much fun. They knew all about the environment around us. We were able to try apple bananas right from the trees. They were delicious!The view from the last 2 lines were amazing. It is the best way to see the falls. We would definitely recommend the zip lining from skyline adventures.
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/16 |
Reviewed by: KAPA
I finally summited Haleakalā, a mountain I had visited Maui several times without ever climbing. Since I had a rental car, I considered going on my own, but since it was my first time there, I decided to join a tour, and I truly felt it was a highly satisfying experience.
They picked us up at the hotel and took their time climbing. I was a bit worried about climbing a mountain over 3000 meters, but I had no issues with my health and was able to reach the summit comfortably.
The view from the summit was beyond words. It happened to be a full moon that day, so the moonlight was too bright to see many stars (though it was still incomparable to the usual night sky), I was moved by the incredibly bright and beautiful moon that I had never seen before.
The guide, Yamapi, was truly wonderful. I am grateful for the opportunity to be reminded of the amazing nature that Maui has to offer. I definitely want to participate again when I go back to Maui.
As mentioned in the tour information, it gets very cold at the summit at night, so I recommend bringing extra warm clothing. However, the awe-inspiring experience that awaits you is worth braving the cold, making this tour highly recommended.
これまで何度もマウイを訪れていたのに一度も登ったことのなかったハレアカラに初めて登頂。レンタカーをしていたので自力で行くことも検討しましたが、初めての場所なのでツアーに参加することにしたのですが、本当に満足度の高いツアーで参加してよかったと感じています。
ホテルまでピックアップに来てくださり、時間をかけて登っていきます。3000m超の山を登るということで多少心配もありましたが、体調にまったく問題なく気持ちよく山頂に着くことができました。
山頂で見られる景色の素晴らしさは言葉で表現できないほどのものでした。当日ちょうど満月だったこともあり、月の光が明るすぎて星はあまり見られなかったのですが(とはいえ普段見ている星空とは比較にならないものです)これまで見たことのないほど明るく美しい月に遭遇して感動しました。
やまぴーさんのガイドは本当に素晴らしいです。マウイにこれほどの素晴らしい自然があることを再認識させていただき感謝しています。またマウイに行く際には必ず参加したいと思います。
ツアー情報に記載もありますが、夜の山頂はとにかく寒いですので防寒着は多めに持っていったほうがよいかと思います。ただその寒さを凌ぐほどの感動がそこに待っていますのでオススメのツアーです。
Thank you for participating in the tour! Haleakalā has many attractions up to the summit, including restrooms, water refill stations, and the less crowded 2,700-meter crater point, so it might be easier to join the tour at first. Since down jackets and gloves are hard to find in Hawaii, please make sure to dress warmly! I look forward to our next meeting!
星ツァー参加有難うございました!山頂までハレアカラは沢山の見所があって、トイレも水の給油所、人が少ない2700メートルのクレーターポイントなどがあるので最初はツァー参加していただくと楽かもしれませんね。ダウンジャケット、手袋などはなかなかハワイでは手に入らないので防寒はしてきてくださいね!
次の再会を楽しみにしています!
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Erin & Jessee - GA
Best activity we could have ever imagined! Originally we did this because it was an activity my nephew and his wife had not done yet. They are stationed in Oahu and they do the same activities with all family that visits. Well, this was new for all and just the most fun. It rained during the trip and at first we thought that would ruin it, but it actually made it even more fun. My advice...spend the money and splurge on the two hour tour and pray for rain. Invest in a rain jacket though (we bought ours from them because we weren't prepared) and it will be the most breathtaking fun adventure ever!
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| Packages: | Single-Passenger ATV (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Kurtis Pratt
Absolutely fantastic experience. I would totally recommend this. Tim and Nainoa were great, they made everyone feel at ease and were really personable. The ziplines were wicked and the views were awesome. Both Tim and Nainoa provided a lot of interesting facts and information about Hawaii's history, climate, geography and botany during the tours. With seven lines, each successively bigger, you get to experience the thrill of gliding through the air at incredible speeds. The last one is the best, as you zip along a line for a km and could reach 50 miles an hour (if you weigh a little bit ;)). But as I said, it's awesome. Totally recommend this experience.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Reviewed by: Ivonne
My husband and I had a lot of fun. The guys were really amusing and very patient in trying to teach me to do the canon ball on the last zipline.
We were picked up at the Eco shop and shuttled to the actual Zipline "ranch". They provided all the items that we needed including the water bottle, which they let us take as a gift. They cracked jokes and did some really cool stunts on the the lines we could never get confidence enough to do. They tried to bring even my husband and I into the jokes even though we can take a bit to warm up. They provided breaks and and an amazing view to catch a breather. You even get snacks and a drink at the end when looking at your pictures they snap of you. Thank you Levi you were awesome
but you know that!
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| Packages: | 8 Line Zip Tour 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Reviewed by: Manu S.
One thing you definitely have to do during your Maui visit is ziplining!
We booked the 8 Line Zip Tour which took all in all about 4 hours. At „half time“ there was organized a little break at an wonderful lookout where you had the chance to take some snacks and drinks.
It was our very first time we did ziplining and we really enjoyed it. Not only the adventure itself but also the wonderful view on Kaanapali coast is worth it. Don‘t worry about little fear of heights, because the guides will take it away with their joking manner. We were surprised positively that ziplining is popular with all age groups. The group we joined in was mixed up and we all had pretty much fun doing the Kaanapali Zipline Adventure. Therefore we would absolutely recommend it to everybody - no matter if you do it with friends, your family or as a couple.
The online-booking via Veltra was uncomplicated and the procedure on site was smoothly.
Thumbs up for the great organization and the whole ziplining team - you must not miss this adventure!
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| Packages: | 8 Line Zip Tour 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Eric
We had a great time doing this zip line.... The guides Tim and Nainoa were great... not just for the zip line but for all the extra knowledge they shared with us about the surrounding area. The first couple zips got you warmed up for the rest of them... the last one was awesome and the view of the falls was just amazing... we got lots of great pictures and really enjoyed this zipline... we have been on zip lines in New Zealand and Costa Rica and this one was really nicely set up... and was very beautiful and well maintained with neat flowers and plants to see along the way.... Highly recommend this to all who want to try a zip line and this is a great way to see some amazing sceenery and the fresh fruit after wards was just what we needed... Tks Guys for a great time
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
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