Hawaii
Participated on October 2nd. A must-see for LOST fans. You can enjoy that bamboo grove. Walking through the bamboo thicket is interesting and addictive. The tour is all-inclusive. They provide all the necessary gear, water, and snacks. (The dried fruit and nuts are delicious. Eating them while exercising is super tasty because they're sweet and salty.) They even came to pick us up before the scheduled time. The guide was kind, cheerful, and explained everything well; he was very serious and the best. I was overwhelmed by the beauty of the tropical rainforest. The view of the mountains from the Manoa residential area is also lovely. The difficulty level is adjusted to the participants' fitness, so I think there's no need to worry.
10月2日参加。LOSTファンは必見。あの竹林が堪能できます。竹やぶの中を歩いて行くのが面白くてヤミツキになりそう。ツアーは至れり尽くせり。必要な装備に水、おやつ等ばっちり。(このドライフルーツとナッツが美味しい。運動中に食べると甘くて塩からいので超〜〜美味しい。)迎えも時間前に来てくれました。ガイドは親切で陽気で説明も良く、大変真面目な方で最高でした。熱帯雨林の美しさに圧倒されました。マノアの住宅地から観る山並みも素敵です。難易度は参加者の体力に合わせてくれるので、心配無いと思います。
My sister and I participated together! As soon as we arrived, we watched a DVD, and it felt like we took off into the sky about an hour after our turn came. We quickly ascended to 14,000 feet, and the moment we took off was a bit scary, but once we were flying, it was simply amazing. The scenery was absolutely stunning! The excitement made the fear completely disappear! The instructor was also kind, which made me feel safe to let go. The finished photos and DVD turned out really well, and the DVD was edited with music, making it a treasure. Everyone in the car had to wait until they flew before we could go back, but I think we ended up returning to the hotel around 2 PM. I think it's a good idea to plan to relax that day since the effects of gravity can really tire you out. I was a bit worried because there wasn't much information about valuables, but I was able to leave them at the reception, and there were no problems at all. I definitely want to do this again when I go to Hawaii! It was the best time! Thank you so much!
妹と二人で参加させていただきました!到着してすぐにDVDを鑑賞し、順番がきて着いて1時間ほどで空に飛びたったような気がします。
あっという間に14000フィートの高さまで上昇し、空に飛びたった瞬間は若干恐怖でしたが、飛んでからは気持ちいいの一言です。とにかく景色が最高でした‼︎その感動で恐怖はすっかり飛んでいきました!インストラクターの方も親切で安心して身を任せれました。完成した写真、DVDもとても良く撮れており、DVDは音楽など編集されていて、宝物になりました。車に乗った全員が飛ぶまで帰ることはできませんでしたが、結局ホテルに帰ったのが14時くらいだったと思います。重力?の影響なのか身体にどっと疲れがくるのでその日はまったり過ごす予定でいるのがいいと思います(^_^;)貴重品のことがあまり記載になかったので心配でしたが、受付に預けることができ、全く問題ありませんでした。ハワイに行ったらまたぜひやりたいと思います!最高の時間でした!ありがとうございました(≧∇≦)
I participated in a one-day course from morning to evening with nine people, including myself. Since I was the last to be picked up, I waited for 15 minutes and was really anxious about whether they would actually come, but after that, everything went smoothly. In addition to horseback riding, we visited Moanalua Gardens, a pineapple plantation, and saw sea turtles (which we miraculously spotted!). We had lunch at a delicious shrimp restaurant, and since we had some extra time, they kindly took us to a soap factory. Our guide, Jimmy, was a Japanese-American who was fluent in Japanese and very experienced in guiding. He translated all the instructor's explanations during the horseback riding, so there were no issues at all.
Now, regarding the main horseback riding experience, the horses were well-trained thoroughbreds used for polo, and they responded very well to the reins even without a bit in their mouths. There were no problems for beginners at all! The ride was supposed to be an hour and a half, but with explanations and time spent mounting the horses, we actually rode for about an hour and fifteen minutes. It was so enjoyable that it felt like no time at all. When you hear "valley," you might imagine a river flowing, but we simply walked along mountain paths at a steady pace, going up and down repeatedly, and finally reached a spot where we could see the beach in the distance for a commemorative photo on horseback. Shortly after that, we dismounted. After finishing, we immediately got into the car and headed for lunch, so I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have time to interact with the horses or relax at the ranch, but it was a very fun day.
Since we were mostly walking, it might be a bit unsatisfying for intermediate to advanced riders, but I think it was a great experience to create wonderful memories of Hawaii.
朝から夕方までの1日コースで、私を含めて9人が参加しました。ピックアップの順番が最後だったので15分またされて、本当に来てくれるのかとドキドキしましたが、そのあとは順調でした。乗馬のほかにモアナルアガーデン、パイナップル園、ウミガメ見学(奇跡的に見られました!)、おいしいシュリンプのお店でお昼、時間が余ったので特別にソープファクトリーまで連れて行っていただきました。ガイドのジミーさんは日本語が堪能の日系の方でガイドにとても慣れていました。乗馬もインストラクターの説明を全て通訳してくださったので全く問題ありませんでした。
さて、メインの乗馬ですが、馬はポロ競技用によく調教されているサラブレッドで、口にハミを付けていなくても手綱の指示で本当によく動いてくれました。初心者でも全く問題ありません!時間は、1時間半コースでしたが説明や馬に乗る時間があるので実質1時間15分乗ったか乗らないかくらいでした。楽しかったのであっという間でしたね。渓谷と聞くと川の流れを想像させるのですが、ひたすら山道を並足で進み、上り下りを繰り返し、最後に遠くにビーチを望む場所に出て馬上で記念撮影。そのすぐ後に下馬になりました。終わったらすぐに車に乗って昼食に向かったので、馬と触れ合ったり牧場でのんびりしたりする時間がなかったのがちょっと残念でしたが、とても楽しい1日でした。
ずっと並足だったので乗馬の中上級者にはものたりないかもしれませんが、ハワイのいい思い出を作るには盛りだくさんでいい体験かなと思います。
I participated without hotel pickup. The meeting place was a bit vague, but it was fine as long as I approached someone who looked like they were part of the group.
We launched the kayaks into the river for about 30 minutes. Since I wasn't used to it, I fell quite behind. After that, we walked for over an hour on muddy paths and through brush, although there weren't many ups and downs.
We had lunch while enjoying the view of the waterfall, and then we headed back. The lunch was quite substantial, making it tough to carry on the way there.
This tour allows you to truly experience the nature of Kauai.
ホテル送迎なしで参加。待ち合わせ場所はアバウト。こちらからそれらしい人に声かければ、大丈夫です。
カヤックを川におろして、30分程度のカヤック。慣れてないため、かなり遅れをとりました。
その後、アップダウンはそれほどないものの泥道だったり藪だったりの一時間超の歩行。
滝を見ながらお弁当食べて、帰ってきます。お弁当は往路は背負ってるのがつらいほどボリュームたっぷり。
カウアイの自然を肌で感じることができるツアーです。
There was a couple in their twenties from Japan, a man in his thirties who seemed to be a relative, and a couple in their twenties from America in the same group. A total of six people, four men and two women, participated in the two-hour course.
Since the buggy does not have power steering, it requires some "strength" to operate the steering wheel. This adds to the fun of driving the buggy. There is a steep cliff behind and the ocean in front. It is a nearly flat grassland (RUNCH) sandwiched between them. Driving a buggy through nature gives you a feeling of being embraced by the great outdoors. There was an explanation that "Jurassic Park and other movies" were filmed here, but I am not interested in that; I would rather have more time to drive the buggy. The majestic mountains and ocean are likely the appeal of this activity. A little more attention, such as providing bottled water, would be appreciated. Taking a break while drinking cold water and enjoying the scenery...
This might be an unusual "experience"...
私の他に日本人の20代の夫婦とその親戚らしき30代男性と20代のアメリカ人のカップルが同じ組にいました。男性4名女性2名の計6名が2時間コースで参加しました。
バギーはパワーステアリングでない為、ハンドル操作には「力」が必要です。それがバギー操作を面白くしている。背面には、切立つた崖(山)があり、正面は海である。それらに挟まれたほぼ平坦な草原(RUNCH)である。大自然の中を「自分で運転する」バギーで走るのは正に自然に抱かれている感情である。ここで「ジェラシクパークや他の映画」が撮影されたとの説明があるが、私には興味がない、それより多くの時間をバギー運転をさせて欲しい。雄大な山と海がこのアクテブィテーの魅力だろう。飲料水(ボトル)の提供をする等、少し細やかな配慮が必要です。冷たい水を飲みながら景色を見ながらの休息・・・・
ここれは、異質の「体験」かも知れない・・・・・
If you're going to Hawaii, I highly recommend making a reservation for skydiving!! It was my sister and I's first time, so we were both excited and nervous...
The day before, the morning pickup time changed, so we found ourselves on the shuttle bus by 6:45 AM!! On the bus, we quietly signed documents (the hardest part was definitely filling out those forms, haha).
Since it was early in the morning, my sister and I fell asleep on the bus. When we woke up, we had arrived. After arriving, we submitted our documents and then just waited until our names were called!
We were the last group from our bus to jump, so we waited for almost two hours before it was our turn!! There were some snacks available for purchase, but the selection wasn't very large, so I think it's better to bring your own food!!
I think it's best to bring things to pass the time, like cards, books, or a pocket Wi-Fi!!
When our names were finally called and we got our name stickers, the instructor helped us put on our gear!! Since we had requested photos and videos, after getting suited up, another instructor took lots of pictures and did interviews with us!
Then, it was time to board the Cessna!! (O_O) It took about five minutes to reach our destination! From there, we just jumped one after another!
At that moment, the excitement was at its peak!! When we jumped out, the view was breathtaking! I couldn't even think about anything else and just kept shouting "Waaahhh!" during the free fall!! Out of nowhere, a cameraman appeared and took photos and videos of us!!
The free fall was over in an instant, but my feeling was, "Ahh, I'm alive!" It was so moving!
Once the parachute opened, we enjoyed the scenery to our heart's content!! The weather was great, and it was truly the best experience!!
After landing, we took our final thoughts on camera, and that was it!!
Afterward, we tipped the instructor (there's a personal box for that) and if asked, we wrote a message in the notebook in front of the box!
For those who requested photos and videos, as soon as you finish jumping, head to the room in front of the front desk, and your footage and photos will be playing there!! Then, you settle the payment and wait for the return bus!!
I fell asleep on the return bus too!! I didn't realize how tired I was, and after getting back to the hotel, we ended up sleeping for three hours!!
Also, since you can't predict the return bus time, I think it's best to have a flexible schedule on the day of skydiving!!
If you're someone who usually gets motion sickness, I definitely recommend taking motion sickness medication or bringing some with you. During the free fall, the instructor spins you around quite fast to make it fun! (If you're prone to motion sickness, this could be tough.) My sister was a bit anxious and asked the instructor not to spin too much at the beginning! The instructors were really kind, so if you talk to them in advance, they'll accommodate your requests! It's definitely best to voice any concerns you have!!
That said, it was truly a great experience, and even after returning to Japan, I've been laughing while watching the DVD!
I wholeheartedly believe everyone should experience this at least once before they die! It was so much fun!
ハワイ旅行にせっかく行くなら、と予約をしました!!スカイダイビング、姉妹共々初めてだったので、ワクワクドキドキと。。。
前日に朝のピックアップの時間が変更になったりで、朝6:45分には送迎のバスの中に居ました!!バスの中では書類に黙々とサインをし、(何が1番辛いってこの書類を書くのが辛かったです。)笑。
朝が早かったのでバスの中では、姉妹で爆睡でした。起きたら到着していました。到着した後は書類を提出し、そこからは自分の名前が呼ばれるまでただただ待ち続けます!笑
私たちは、同じバスで来た人たちの中でも最後のグループだったので飛ぶまでに2時間弱待ちました!!一応食べ物は売っていますが、種類はあまり多くないので自分で持って行く方が良いと思います!!
待ち時間の間(トランプ、本、ポケットWi-Fi)などを持って行くのがベストだと思います!!
いざ、自分たちの名前が呼ばれ名前のシールを貼ってもらうと担当のインストラクターの方が器具などを付けてくれます!!私たちは写真とビデオと頼んでいたので、器具を付けた後に別のカメラ担当のインストラクターの方がバシャバシャ写真とインタビューなどを撮ってくれます!
そして、いざセスナに!!(O_O)
セスナに乗って5分程で目的地に着きます!!そこからはただただ順番にバンバン落ちていきます!笑。
もうこの時は興奮度MAXです!!
いざ飛び出ると絶景!絶景!絶景!どこを見ても絶景!なんて余裕はなく、ただただ「うぁーーー!」とフリーフォール中はずっと叫んでいました!!笑。どこからともなくカメラマンさんがやってきて、写真や動画を撮ってくれます!!笑。
フリーフォールは本当にあっという間ですが、私の感想は「ああー生きてる〜〜」という感動でした♡♡!
パラシュートが開いてからは、景色を思う存分楽しみました!!お天気も良く本当に最高でした!!(^ ^)
陸に着いて、最後の感想をカメラマンさんに撮ってもらって終わりです!!
終わってからはインストラクターさんへチップを(個人の箱がある)を入れ、メッセージを書いて!とお願いされた場合は箱の前にあるノートにメッセージを書きます!
写真やビデオと頼んだ方は、飛び終わったらすぐにフロントの前の部屋に行くと、自分の映像や写真が流れています!!後はお会計をして、帰りのバスが出るまで待ちます!!
帰りのバスも爆睡でした!!思った以上に体が疲れていたのかホテルにかえってから私たちは3時間も爆睡してしまいました!!笑。
また帰りのバスの時間も読めないので、スカイダイビングの日はスケジュールに余裕を持った方が良いと思います!!
それから元々三半規管に自信がない方は酔い止めを飲んで行くか、持って行った方が絶対に良いと思います。フリーフォールの時に、インストラクターの方が楽しませてくれようとかなりの速さでぐるぐる回されます!(普段から乗り物などに酔ってしまう方はこれかなりキツイと思います)妹の方は不安だったようで、最初にインストラクターの方に、ぐるぐるはあまりしないで下さい!とお願いしていました!すごく優しいインストラクターの方々なので、事前に話をしておくと配慮してくれますよ!!不安なことは必ず言った方が良いです!!
それにしても本当に良い経験で、日本に帰ってからもDVDを見てゲラゲラ笑っています!\(^o^)/笑。
死ぬ前に一度は経験した方が良い!と心から思います!!(^ ^)(^ ^)とっても楽しかったです♪
It was truly a wonderful and moving tour!! With Takae's energetic, bright, and pleasant guidance, and the heartfelt hospitality from Yamapee, it was a unique experience that you can't find anywhere else. They skillfully selected the best locations and timings based on the weather conditions, providing comfortable seating with blankets, and not only explanations of the sunset and starry sky but also touching words that resonate deeply... And the emotional moments brought tears to my eyes☆ It was a cleansing experience that made me feel truly connected to nature! I definitely want to go again. It would be a shame not to join this tour when you visit Maui!! Thank you so much♪
本当に素晴らしい感動のツアーでした!!
TAKAEさんの元気で明るくて気持ちのいいアテンドに、Yamapeeさんのおもてなしの心いっぱいの他では味わえない素敵な体験・・・。気象状況に応じて臨機応変にベストな場所やタイミングをセレクトしてくださり、そこで、ゆーったりと過ごせるイスにブランケット、そして、夕陽や星空の解説だけでなく、心に染み入る言葉の数々。。。そして感動の涙があふれる演出☆自然に生かされているという実感をし、心洗われる体験です!また絶対に行きたいと思います。マウイにいったら、こちらのツアーに参加しないほどもったいないことはないです!! ありがとうございましたー♪
Thank you for participating in the tour. The Haleakalā tour has various aspects, but our company offers a very relaxed and easy-going experience (laughs). We want everyone who comes from the city to enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of Maui and the wonderful starry sky. We would be most delighted to have you come again, so we look forward to our next reunion.
こちらこそツァーに参加して頂き感謝です。色々ありますハレアカラツァーですが、我が社はとってものんびり緩~いツァーなので(笑)都会からいらっしゃった
皆様にはマウイののんびり感と素晴らしい星空を味わって頂きたいと思っています。また来ていただくのが一番嬉しいので、是非次の再会を楽しみにしております。
We flew together on our honeymoon.
On the first day, we couldn't fly due to bad weather and had to return, but on the second day, we were able to fly first.
The instructor, a cheerful young man, was very lively and spun us around, which made us a bit dizzy. I recommend having a light breakfast and then enjoying a snack from the lunch wagon afterward.
Above all, the driver and attendant, Masa (76 years old), was a highlight. Please sit in the front and listen to his silly stories.
Depending on the weather and the order of flights, there may be cases where you need to reschedule for the next day, so I think it's good to plan accordingly.
Hawaii is affordable for flying, so I plan to fly again when I come back. A short-sleeve shirt and shorts are perfect for comfort!
ハネムーンで、夫婦でとびました。
一日目は悪天候で飛べず帰ってきましたが、二日目は一番に飛ばせてもらえました。
インストラクターのおにいさんはとても陽気でのりのりで、ぐるんぐるんまわしてくれるので酔います。朝ごはんはほどほどに、終わってランチワゴンで、おやつがいいと思います。
なんといっても、ドライバー兼アテンダントのまささん(76才)は、ツボでした。
ぜひ、前の方に座ってしょうもないはなしをきいてあげてください。
天気や飛ぶ順番によって、翌日にリスケジュール担ってしまう場合もあるのでそれも加味して予定をくむといいと思います。
ハワイは、安く飛べるのでまた来たときには飛ぼうと思います。
半袖短パンはでよいので楽チンです!
Great kayak and hike tour. Our guide, Nick, was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Lunch was better than expected. The swim at the end was cold but refreshing. Definitely worth the money and time spent.
First of all, the guide was wonderful. Matsuchan, our guide, was truly entertaining, and while traveling, I was able to absorb knowledge through his explanations mixed with humor, which made me very satisfied.
Additionally, he skillfully took photos with our own cameras as we requested, but for those stunning starry sky shots that we couldn't capture due to the limitations of our cameras, there is a service where Matsuchan's company takes photos from start to finish with their camera. This means we could enjoy the tour without worrying about not being able to take good pictures with our own cameras. Also, the fact that we can download the professionally taken photos for free from their website is something that sets them apart from other companies. My husband and I are already excited to use these photos for our New Year's cards this year. I believe newlywed couples who take this tour will definitely get plenty of professional-quality photos that will become lifelong memories! Lastly, Matsuchan, it was really fun. Thank you very much. We will definitely come again.
まず、ガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。
ガイドの松ちゃんは本当に面白く、移動中の観光の説明も、お笑いを聞きながら知識を増やしていけるような感じで聞けて、本当に大満足でした。
また、写真も、自分たちのカメラで注文通りに上手に撮ってくれるのですが、どうしても自分たちのカメラの性能の関係で撮れない満点の星空写真も、松ちゃんの会社のカメラで最初から最後まで写真を取ってくれるサービスがあるので、自分たちのカメラでうまく取れない写真があっても心配することなくツアーを満喫できます。そして、そのガイドさんのプロ並みの腕前で撮影された写真も無料でHPからダウンロードできるっていうところが他社との比較で優れているところなのかなと思います。私たち夫婦は今年の年賀状に使おうと今からウキウキしています。新婚さんカップルもこのツアーを使えば一生の思い出になるプロ並みの腕前の写真を沢山GETできること間違いなしだと思います!最後にまっちゃん、本当に楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました。また、行かせていただきます。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
All of our guides take professional-quality photos with their own cameras. We are very pleased that it became a wonderful memory for you.
We sincerely look forward to your next participation in our tour.
Nature School
Tomoe
弊社のツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
弊社のガイドは皆自前のカメラでプロ並みの写真をとります。良い思い出になりました事を大変嬉しく思います。
次回も弊社のツアーにご参加いただきますようスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
ネイチャースクール
トモエ
I participated in this tour because I wanted to enjoy horseback riding slowly on the North Shore for the first time. Not only did I get to ride, but I also enjoyed visiting Moanalua Gardens, Dole Plantation, Turtle Beach, and trying garlic shrimp in Haleiwa! The horseback riding through the valley was on a trail with more ups and downs than I expected, but the horses were really well-trained, and it was a 90-minute ride while enjoying the surrounding scenery. I definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to enjoy horseback riding in Oahu. If I could wish for anything, I would have liked a little more time to explore Haleiwa.
初ノースショアで乗馬もゆっくり楽しみたくてこちらのツアーに参加しました。
乗馬だけでなく、モアナルアガーデン、ドールプランテーション、海がめビーチ、ハレイワタウンでガーリックシュリンプなど、堪能できました!
渓谷乗馬は思ったよりアップダウンが激しい道でしたが、馬は本当に訓練されててまわりの景色を楽しみながらの90分でした。オアフで乗馬を楽しみたい方にはぜひオススメです。
欲を言えば、ハレイワの散策時間がもうちょっとあればよかったなぁと思います。
The tour guide was great, friendly, informative and overall a nice guy. The tour was too much for what we received. The trek was moderate which was just right for us but the foliage was only fair. Also It was not helpful that this was a dry season, so waterfalls were not at their best. I wish I knew this before hand. At every stop were too many other people, locals and tourist. Lunch was meager, only sandwich and chips and water. Sandwich was pretty decent. If it was not for our great tour guide who was funny and knowledgeable, I would not have been happy. It was overpriced.
I had always wanted to go skydiving when I visited Hawaii, so this was a long-awaited experience for me.
A shuttle picked me up at the hotel, and it took about an hour by car on the highway. I signed the contract in the car, but when I saw the terms, I became anxious thinking, "Is it really this dangerous?!"
First, we watched a DVD for the explanation. The first group jumped relatively quickly, but due to bad weather and many clouds, we waited for about four hours. I didn't eat lunch because I didn't know when we would be able to jump, but there was a shop next door. Most people were so bored that they were sleeping.
If you're lucky, you can jump in the morning and return by noon. However, I had planned to leave around 3 PM from the beginning, so I wasn't disappointed.
Once on the plane, the jump happened in an instant. We jumped at the instructor's timing, so we fell before we even had time to feel scared. The moment of falling was so quick that I don't remember much, but I was able to see the sky from above the clouds and feel the wind, which was just exhilarating!
After the parachute opened, it was a wonderful feeling to slowly enjoy the beautiful sea, sky, and mountains.
We were supposed to jump from 4,000 meters, but due to the weather, we fell from 3,800 meters, so I got $30 back.
I gave a $20 tip to the instructor and a $5 tip to the driver on the way back.
It was an absolutely amazing experience! The moment I landed, I thought, "I want to do this again!" I looked into skydiving in Japan, but it costs about 30,000 yen, so I think experiencing it for around $200 is very cheap. I definitely want to do it again when I come to Hawaii! Next time, I plan to do it with a photographer.
ハワイに行ったらスカイダイビングがしたい!と思っていたので念願の体験でした。
ホテルまで送迎が来て、高速に乗り車で1時間くらい。車の中で契約書を書いたのですが、契約内容をみて「こんなに危険なの?!」と不安になりました。
最初にDVDで説明をみて、最初のグループは割と早く飛んだのですが、天気が悪く雲が多かったようで4時間くらい待ちました。いつ飛べるのか分からなくてお昼ご飯を食べなかったのですが、隣にお店がありました。暇すぎて寝ている人がほとんどでした。
運が良ければ朝に飛んで、午前中には帰れるみたいです。しかし、はじめから15時くらいに帰る予定だと思っていたのでがっかりはしませんでした。
飛行機に乗って飛ぶのはあっという間でした。インストラクターのタイミングで飛ぶので、怖い!と思う前に落ちます。落ちる瞬間はあっという間で、衝撃的すぎてあまり記憶はありませんが、雲より上から空をみれて、風を感じることができ、ただただ爽快感のみです!
パラシュートが開いてからは、綺麗な海と空と山をゆっくり眺めながらの飛行でとても気持ちがいいです。
4000メートルの予定でしたが、天候により3800メートルからの落下だったので30ドル帰ってきました。
インストラクターに20ドルのチップ、帰りにドライバーに5ドルのチップを渡しました。
とっても最高の経験になりました!降りた瞬間に、またやりたい!と思い、日本のスカイダイビングを調べたのですが、3万円くらいしたので、200ドル程度で体験できるのはとっても安いと思います。ハワイに来たときは絶対にまた体験したいです!次はカメラマン付きで体験しようと思います。
This was my second time in Hawaii, and while I was exploring what to do, I thought, "This is it!" when I found horseback riding. Although there are tours available through Japanese travel agencies that include transportation, I rented a car and went on my own.
It was my first time riding, but the horses were very well-behaved. With just the simple reins operation I learned at the beginning, they listened to me perfectly, which made me feel very safe while riding.
As I enjoyed the scenery in the vast area, two hours flew by, and I thought it wasn't nearly enough. Just as I got off the horse, my legs suddenly gave out, and I was surprised myself (laughs).
The instructions were all in English, but even someone like me, who only understands basic English, was fine. Since I participated alone, the cowgirl (?) occasionally checked in on me and chatted, which was also fun.
I want to do this again when I go to Hawaii!
今回ハワイは2度目で、何をやろうかなぁ~と色々探していた時に、これだ!と思ったのが乗馬でした。
送迎付きの日本の旅行代理店のツアーでも行けるようですが、私はレンタカーを借りて、自力で行ってきました♪
私は初めての乗馬でしたが、とってもお利口な馬たちで、最初に教えてもらった簡単な手綱の操作だけで、しっかり言うことを聞いてくれるので、とても安心して乗馬ができます。
広大な敷地の中、景色を眺めていたら2時間があっという間で、まだまだ全然足りないわ~と思っていたら、馬から降りた途端に足がガクッとなり、自分でもびっくりしました(笑)
ずっと英語の案内でしたが、簡単な英語しか分からない程度の私でも大丈夫でした。ひとり参加だったので、途中何度かカウガール(?)のお姉さんが気を遣って話しかけてくれたりして、それもまた楽しかったです。
ハワイに行ったらまたやりたいです!
The river was fine, but Maka made it a really fun couple hours. Great dude. Have fun in Vegas, buddy!
I highly recommend this tour! I previously experienced the sunrise, but the sunset is so much more enjoyable! The magnificent scenery and the breathtaking starry sky are a given, but the attentiveness and lively talk of our guide, Yamapi, really enhanced the experience! While it's possible to go on your own if you rent a car during your stay, I definitely recommend this tour.
このツアーは本当にお勧め!
以前、サンライズを体験した事があるのですが、サンセットの方が何倍も楽しめます!
壮大な景色と感動的な星空は当然ながら、ガイドの山Pさんの気配りと軽快なトークも魅力倍増!
滞在中レンタカーを借りれば自力でも行く事も可能な場所ですが、断然当ツアーをお勧めします。
We provide chairs, gloves, and blankets so you can enjoy the tour at a leisurely pace. There are also Japanese bento boxes and warm tea available, so you'll be well-prepared for the cold.
The tour starts at 2:30 PM and you'll be back by 11 PM, making it easier on your body for the next day. We look forward to seeing you again!
ツァーにはゆっくり見れるように椅子と手袋、ひざ掛けを用意しています。日本食のお弁当と温かいお茶もあるので、寒さ対策は万全です。
昼の2時30分スタートで夜の11時には戻ってきますので、次の日も体が楽です。またの再会を楽しみにしています!
We loved Nick, our tour guide. He was not only knowledgeable, but fun and engaging. He made sure we are safe, and treated us with a great deal of hospitality. Surely, we would not have learned so much and been able to explore the terrains without this tour. It was awesome!!!
We would like to Thank You for taking the time to give us your feedback about your tour and your guide Nick. We will definitely share this with Nick. We are thrilled that you loved every bit of it and hope to see you again in the near future. Mahalo!
It's convenient to have transportation to the hotel since it's away from Waikiki. The driver's round-trip guidance was interesting and made for a fun time. I was able to inquire about any questions beforehand, which made me feel at ease for the horseback riding. My daughter had her first experience and seemed to really enjoy it. I would love to ride again if there were a course that allows for a two-hour trip and galloping. The beautiful ocean, typical of Hawaii, with sea turtles swimming around made for a blissful location.
ワイキキから離れているので宿泊ホテルまでの送迎があって便利。運転手さんの往復のガイドは面白く楽しいひと時でした。疑問に思ったところは事前に問い合わせができ安心して乗馬が出来ました。娘は初体験でしたがとても楽しかったようです。私としては2時間位遠出が出来、駈足が出来るコースがあれば又乗りたいです。ハワイらしい綺麗な海、ウミガメも泳いでいて至福のロケーションでした。
As a horseowner I am always a little leery of trail riding at unknown stables but I was pleasantly surprised to see the good condition and decent manners of these horses. They were very suitable to carry a wide variety of sizes and experience of riders. The ride itself was well escorted by friendly staff and the scenery was beautiful and enjoyed at a steady walking pace with the opportunity to take photographs of the beautiful and unique valley. The van ride down into and up out of the valley was an adventure in itself with amazing views. Shop at the art/gift store where you park as they have lots of lovely stuff at good prices.
I would rate this a "must do" on your trip to Big Island.
We went on the sunset private ride and it was amazing. My fiance and I would definitely go back here next time we're on Oahu. Our guide was very chill and the horses were gentle. The view was amazing at sunset and besides my horse stopping to eat all the bushes (that was my fault for not taking charge) everything went smoothly. 10 out of 10 would do again!
I would highly recommend taking a glider ride up on the North Shore of Oahu to everyone. It was a bucket list item for me and did not disappoint. Very professional staff and my pilot Sean was exceptional. He let me take the controls for about five minutes of the ride. The views are spectacular. Very affordable and the best 20-30 minutes you will spend in the Islands. Be sure and take a Go Pro camera or do I as did and rent one from the glider folks. I have a great DVD of my entire flight.
We started with a pick-up and then boarded the sightseeing bus.
We climbed the mountain, visited the Subaru Telescope, enjoyed the sunset, and were continuously moved by the starry sky.
It was truly wonderful!
お迎えから、観光バスののりでスタート。
山を登り、すばる望遠鏡、夕景、満天の星と感動の連続でした。
とてもとても良かったです!
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
The sunset at Mauna Kea is truly beautiful, isn't it?
I find myself coming back multiple times because I'm so hooked.
Please join us for a different tour next time.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit.
Tomoe
弊社のツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
マウナケアでみる夕陽は本当にきれいですよね。
私も病みつきになるくらい何回も来てしまいます。
次回はまた違うツアーにご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
トモエ
Just before seeing the starry sky, I was worried about the haze, but in no time, the haze disappeared and I was able to see a sky full of stars and the Milky Way! It was my first time seeing the Milky Way! Being able to see it with my own eyes felt like a dream. Everyone who participated in the Maui Marathon was there, and we all joined in while dragging our sore legs. I really enjoyed getting to know everyone; it was a truly fun tour.
Yamapi shared various stories with us, who were meeting him for the first time, and made me think about how to live my life moving forward. The tour was really great, but I received something even more valuable. Thank you very much.
"I'll come back to talk about salmon again!"
See you!
星空を見る直前で、もやって心配しましたが、あっという間に、もやが無くなり空一面の星、天の川が拝めました!生まれて初めての天の川!肉眼で見れるなんて夢のようでした。マウイマラソン参加された方ばかりで、皆んな筋肉痛の足を引きずりながらの参加でした。皆さんとも仲良くなり本当に楽しいツアーでした。
山ピーさんは初対面の私達に色んな話しをしてくれて、これからの生き方を考えさせてくれました。
ツアーも本当に良かったけど、それ以上のものを頂きました。ありがとうございました。
『また、サーモンの話しでもしに帰ってきますね!』
では!
Thank you for your hard work during the long time since participating in the Maui Marathon. I am truly overwhelmed by everyone's energy. It was really enjoyable to have various conversations. I thought I knew a bit about fish since I have restaurant experience, but I was surprised by how well Mr. Honda knows about salmon. I didn't realize he is someone who supplies salmon to Japan, and I apologize for that. I look forward to our next meeting.
マウイマラソンに出てからの参加者も多くて長い時間お疲れ様でした。皆さんのパワーには圧倒されてしまいます。笑
色々な話ができて本当に楽しい時間なのです。自分もレストラン経験があったので魚の事は知っていると思っていたら
あまりに本田さんがサーモンの事をよくご存じびっくりしました。
なんと日本にサーモンを卸している方とは知らなくて失礼いたしました。笑
またの再会を楽しみにしております。
The reasons I participated in this activity were to get Happy Haleiwa merchandise, see sea turtles up close, and eat rainbow shaved ice and garlic shrimp♡ I was able to achieve all of that! (∗❛ั௦❛ั∗)
The road was straightforward, making it very easy to navigate, and above all, our driver Jimmy introduced various things in Japanese, which was really great!
I learned so much about Hawaii that I didn't know before♪
At the beach, I felt relaxed watching surfers riding the waves and families enjoying the ocean. It was just so beautiful‼︎ I saw a sea turtle basking in the sun on the sandy beach, with a shell that looked like a rock♪ I was moved to see it so close! There were also so many delicious gourmet options, and I thoroughly enjoyed Haleiwa!
However, it was disappointing that traffic reduced our free time more and more ( ˚᷄⌓̉˚᷅)
But I highly recommend it!
このアクティビティに参加した理由は、ハッピーハレイワちゃんグッズをGETすること、海ガメを近くでみること、レインボーかき氷やガーリックシュリンプを食べること♡
全て実現できましたー(∗❛ั௦❛ั∗)
道も一本道なためすごくわかりやすかったのと、何より運転手であるジミーが日本語でいろいろ紹介していただいたコトがすごくよかったです!
ハワイについて初めて知ったコトばかりでした♪
ビーチは、サーファーが波乗りをしてたりファミリーが海水浴をしてたりのんびりした気持ちになれました。とにかくすごくキレイ‼︎
砂浜に、岩のような甲羅を背負った海ガメが日向ぼっこしてました♪
すごく近くでみれたので感動!
美味しいグルメもたくさんあってハレイワを堪能でしました!
ただ、渋滞するとフリータイムがどんどんけずられてしまうのが残念でした ( ˚᷄⌓̉˚᷅)
でもオススメです!
I participated with my two daughters. Unlike the cheerful atmosphere of Waikiki, I thought, "Ah, I want to live here forever!" (Though that's impossible…) It was full of nature, and we relaxed.
In Haleiwa, we had to coordinate the timing between the horseback riding group and the beach group, which resulted in about 30 minutes in the morning and a 40-minute break after riding. It's a shame we couldn't explore the town slowly. However, we were able to have lunch at Mackey's.
For horseback riding, we had to wait about 40 minutes during the lunch break with the riding club members…? My daughter, who is usually scared of dogs, managed to ride without any issues and followed at the back. However, my horse, perhaps due to compatibility issues, kept trying to bite my feet and lower its head to eat grass, making me almost fall off!!!
娘二人との参加です。ワイキキのうきうきした雰囲気とは違い、ああここに永住したい! (無理ですが…)自然いっぱいで、のんびりしましたl
ハレイハ、乗馬渓谷組と海辺組の時間合わせで 午前30分と 乗馬後40分位?の休憩とな りました。ゆっくり町を見られなかったのが残念"(-""-)" でもマッキーズのお店で
ランチは出来ましたね。
乗馬は、乗馬クラブの方たちがランチ休憩で40分ほど待つことに…?
犬も怖い娘も難なく乗り 最後尾をついていったのですが 道草大好きな
馬ちゃん達で 私の馬は相性なのか、足を噛みにきたり芝を食べようと
頭を下げてしまい 落ちまーす!!!
The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds was incredibly beautiful and moving. The starry sky was also a first-time experience for me.
The road to the Mauna Kea Visitor Center is paved, but beyond that, some parts are unpaved, so I recommend taking a tour if you want to reach the summit. The lunches from other tours looked luxurious and delicious.
雲海に沈む夕陽は、とても美しく感動的でした。満天の星も、初めての体験でした。
オニヅカビジターセンターまでは舗装がされてますが、そこから先は、一部未舗装なので、山頂まで行くならツアーがお勧めです。
他のツアーの方がお弁当が豪華で美味しそうに見えました。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
The sunset at Mauna Kea is truly beautiful, isn't it?
Every time you go, there are different emotions to experience.
When you come to the Big Island next time, please join our tour again.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.
Tomoe
弊社のツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
マウナケアでの夕陽は本当に美しいですよね。
何回行っても違う感動がございます。
次回もハワイ島にお越しのさいは弊社のツアーにご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
トモエ
Really enjoyed our scenic ride along the beautiful beach of the North Shore! Had a friendly, knowledgeable instructor who made the ride fun with interesting local facts. Would definitely do it again!
This was one of the highlights of our trip. Great tour!! Our guide Kelly was awesome. He felt a little embarrassed when he wiped out in the mud, but what a great time. A definite must do in Kauai.
This was the best part of the trip! Brody was a great pilot and he was great telling us about Oahu. We are excited to come back with the rest of our family so they can experience the island from this view. This was a great way to end the trip. Love love loved this!! Highly recommend!
Hey Tracy - Many thanks for the great review. Brodi is a gem, eh? I'm glad you flew with us and thanks again for sharing your comments.
The day was awesome. Could not have been better! Our driver and guide were excellent. Would highly recommend this tour