All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

I'm not sure if it was because I mentioned it was my second time diving, but this time the instructor (Bandi) taught us how to operate the parachute during the fall and let us play freely (laughs). Also, before opening the parachute, perhaps because I was particularly excited, he allowed us to experience some intense movements that the previous instructor didn't do. It was amazing! I definitely want to participate again.

However, there was one issue... We were picked up at our hotel in Waikiki at 7:10 AM, and the four Japanese groups who came with us finished their dives around 10 AM, but the return vehicle didn't leave until 1 PM... During that time, there was nothing to do, and everyone was sleeping. The reason for the wait was that we were waiting for a foreign family who arrived much later to finish... I remember waiting for about three hours after finishing last time as well. If it weren't for this, I think it would have been even more enjoyable.

ダイビングをする前に２回目だと伝えたからかどうかはわかりませんが、今回のインストラクター(バンディ)は落下中にパラシュートの操作法を教えてくれて自由に遊ばせてくれました(笑)またパラシュートを開く前にも僕のテンションがやたら高かったせいか、前回のインストラクターはやってくれなかったような激しい動きも体験させてくれました。最高でした！また絶対に参加したいと考えています。
ただ一つ問題が・・・・７時１０分にワイキキのホテルピックアップし、１０時頃には一緒に来た日本人４組のダイブは終わっていたのですが、帰りの車両が出たのが１３時・・・・。その間は何もすることがなく、みんな寝ていました。
待っていた理由は、だいぶ後から来た外人家族の終わり待ちち・・・・。確か、前回も終わってから３時間程度何もやることがなく待っていた記憶があります。
これがなかったら、もっともっと楽しいと思います。

I participated because I had a great time horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch before. However, I was disappointed that the tour included other sightseeing spots as well. I had already been to all the places other than horseback riding... I think it would be easier to choose if there were more tours that focused solely on horseback riding.

以前、クアロア牧場で乗馬をした時に面白かったということで参加しました。ただ、乗馬以外の観光地もまわるようなツアー内容だったのが残念です。乗馬以外はすでに行った事がある場所ばかりだったので・・・。乗馬だけをできるツアーがもっといろいろとあると選びやすいと思います。

It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! I participated with that thought in mind, and it was absolutely addictive!!!

Actually, I have a severe fear of heights, but from 14,000 feet, I felt no fear at all and was able to enjoy it without any stress. For those who are struggling with skydiving due to a fear of heights, I highly recommend giving it a try!

By the way, in my opinion, the bungee jump from the Macau Tower at 233 meters was scarier!!!

Lastly, the DVD was edited very nicely, making for a great keepsake!

I want to experience it again!

一生に一度の体験を！との思いで参加しましたが
これは、ハマりますよ！！！

実は、極度の高所恐怖症なのですが
高度１４０００フィートからの絶景に
恐怖感など全く感じることなく
ノーストレスで楽しむことが出来ました。
高所恐怖症でスカイダイビングを悩んでいる方
是非、参加してみてください！

ちなみに私の感想としては
以前、経験したマカオタワー２３３ｍからのバンジー
の方が恐怖でした！！！

最後に・・・
ＤＶＤは、とてもいい感じに編集してくれるので
いい記念になりました！

また経験したいです！

This was a nice experience, just bring a change of clothes and your own sandwich if you don't like Turkey, Ham, or Tuna.

This is a great opportunity to be covered in dirt from head to toe, in this mountain adventure. It was the best activity on the island of Kaua'i.

She kept the entire family and other couple amused and informed the entire trip. Also we asked for some input on key restaurants to visit while we were there and she was right on and we totally appreciated all her help. Our driver was also a pleasure and a very enjoyable addition to the conversation. Plus the turkey lunch was great!!!!! We would definetly recommend this to our friends.!!!

Overall a great experience! Would highly recommend it for first timers in Maui.
A bit overpriced but a great time

Before it started, I was quite nervous. The instructor was friendly and cheerful, chatting to help ease my anxiety.
We took off in a Cessna, but it was quite cold up in the air.
When I jumped, I was so caught up in the moment that I couldn't think of anything, but I wasn't scared.
While flying, it was hard to breathe, but once the parachute opened, I felt so good that I could sense the vastness of the Earth. The ocean and islands of Hawaii were incredibly beautiful. I was deeply moved.
I highly recommend that everyone experience this at least once!!!

始まる前は、かなり緊張していました。インストラクターのかたは、気さくで明るく、不安を取り除くようにいろいろおしゃべりしてくれていました。
セスナで空へ向かいましたが、上空はかなり寒かったです。
飛び降りるときは、何も考えられないままで、夢中でしたが、怖さはなかったです。
飛んでいるときは、息が苦しかったけれど、パラシュートが開いてからは、地球の大きさを感じられるほど、気持ちがよく、ハワイの海、島は、とってもとってもきれいでした。大感激です。
ぜひ、一度は体験してほしいくらい、お勧めです！！！

Last year, I had a wonderful experience riding in the North Shore canyon, so I ended up doing canyon riding again this time. My 10-year-old grandson also wants to do it again next year. This was the first time he rode alone, and he seemed to really enjoy it, even wanting to go again on the same day. Riding in the canyon must have been the best feeling for him. Next year, I plan to have him ride in the canyon plus by the seaside.

One of the highlights of this tour is that you can enjoy sightseeing along the highway on the way to North Shore, which was a lot of fun. At the end of the ride, the staff from Happy Trails take family photos, so it's definitely a good idea to bring a camera.

In any case, I can't miss this riding plan next year. It's a shame I can't convey how I feel about this experience.

　昨年、ノースショワーの渓谷乗馬を楽しく体験できたので、今回もまた渓谷乗馬をしてしまいました。
　１０歳になる孫も、来年もやりたいとのこと、何せ今回初めて一人で乗馬をさせたのですが、とても気に入ったのか当日もう一回やりたいというほど、渓谷を乗馬することは孫にとって最高の気分だったのかもしれません。
　来年は、渓谷プラス海辺の乗馬をさせたいと思っています。
　このツアーの特徴は、ノースショアーに行くまでの間、街道沿いの観光もできるのでとっても楽しかったです。
　乗馬の最後にハッピートレイのスタッフが家族写真をとってくれるので必ずカメラは持っていったほうがいいですね。
　ともかく来年もこの乗馬プランははずせません。
　この気持ち状況を伝えられないのが残念です。

Wonderful experience! Felt a bit rushed with having our dinner. Not enough bath room breaks, especially after having a cup of coffee after star gazing and then having a two hour drive back to our hotels, made for a very uncomfortable ride home.

We participated as a family of three. The car was full. The staff who provided the transportation was very good at talking, and we enjoyed ourselves during the ride. The miso soup in the bento during the break was delicious. It seemed that the conditions on the day we participated were good, and the temperature was a bit high. Still, it was quite cold at night without winter clothing. After getting off near the summit, we walked a little more to reach the top's cairn. It was my first summit!!! The altimeter indeed showed over 4000 meters. During the stargazing, we descended a bit to avoid disturbing the observatory. Since the moon was not out at that time, we were able to fully enjoy the starry sky. After living for several decades, I was able to see the Milky Way and my first shooting star with my own eyes.

家族３人で参加。車は満席でした。送迎スタッフはとても話が上手な方で、車中でも楽しませていただきました。途中休憩のお弁当のお味噌汁が美味しかったです。参加した日は好条件だったようで少し気温が高めだったようです。それでも防寒着なしで夜の寒さは厳しいですね。山頂近くで下車してから残り少し歩いて頂上のケルンへ。初登頂！！！。高度計は確かに４０００ｍ以上を示していました。星空観察時には天文台の邪魔にならないよう少し下山。月もでていない時間帯だったこともあり、星空を堪能することができました。○十年生きていて、初天の川と初流れ星を目で見ることができました。

Cahuilla Ranch is about an hour's drive from the airport. It's located about 11 miles up a mountain road. The elevation is quite high, so it feels cool, and we ride horses in a line across the spacious ranch. My mother was a complete beginner this time, but she seemed to enjoy it very much. We were able to ride comfortably in the clear air. Since we ride for a long time, it's a good idea to apply sunscreen!

　カフア牧場は空港で車で飛ばせば１時間くらいのところでした。
マウンテンロードを１１マイル登ったところでしょうか。
結構標高が高いのか涼しく、広い牧場を一列になって乗馬します。
今回母が全くの初心者でしたが、とても楽しめたようです。
澄んだ空気の中、気持ちよく乗馬できました。
長時間乗るので、日焼け止めを塗った方が良いでしょう！

I knew that the moon would be nearly full during my vacation, but I was disappointed with the stargazing results. A new moon would have been best, and I regret not considering the moonrise time.

Japanese people love moon viewing, so the moon I saw from the summit of Mauna Kea was wonderful. At the same time, the observatories floating in the evening scenery were beautiful.

I don't think there was much concern about altitude sickness, but as regular trail runners, we got a bit carried away and quickly became out of breath while running up the mountain path (laughs).

Mauna Kea looks close, but it's a distant mountain that requires someone to take you there. It was a great experience. If I have the chance to go again, I want to experience a sky full of stars, where the stars alone are bright, and see shooting stars continuously. It was comparable to the starry sky in Tokyo...

まず休暇の日程ありで仕方なく月はほぼ満月なのは知っていましたが星空はがっかりな結果になりました。新月なのがベストですが、月の出時間も検討していけばよかったと反省です。
お月見は日本人は好きですからマウナケアの頂上で見た月はすばらしかった。同時に夕景に浮かぶ天文台群も美しい。

高山病の心配はほとんどないと思うのですが普段トレランをする私たちが調子に乗って頂上への山道を走ったらあっという間に息が上がりました（笑）

マウナケアは近くに見えても遠い山で連れてきてもらわなければいけません。いい経験をしました。もし次回があったら満天の星、星だけで明るいという経験、流れ続ける星なんていうのを経験したいもんです。東京での星空なみでしたから。。

The weather was nice, and I was able to enjoy a sky full of stars. The staff were kind and helpful. I had a headache, possibly due to the altitude, but it went away once I came down. I think my child had a great experience as well.

お天気も良く、満天の星空を堪能出来ました。スタッフの方も親切で良かったです。高度の為か頭痛がしましたが、降りてきたら治りました。子供も良い経験が出来たと思います。

The place was about an hour away from Honolulu but that wasn't problem. The website said to be there 30 min early and we were but the horse handlers said that wasn't neccessary. They were short handed and we ended up waiting more than an hour to ride but the place was majestic so we weren't bothered by the wait. The guides prepared us and were concerned about everyones safety. The ride was perfect. They guides were professional and took time to take our pictures while we were on the beach. I would do it again and would recommend it to anyone visiting Hawaii.. It was a great family experience.

I made a reservation.
However, I was unsure about canceling until the day before.
The night before, various thoughts crossed my mind, and I couldn't sleep well.
In the morning, when I opened the curtains and looked at the sky, it was a bit cloudy and the wind was a little strong,
and I found myself hoping, just a little, that the flight might be canceled.
But then, the shuttle bus arrived at the pickup location.
Including the two of us, there were ten people on the bus.
The driver handed us a document regarding liability in case of an accident, and I signed it.
It was written in Japanese.
In other words, it was about not suing no matter what happens, and it was about three pages long... I signed it.
We arrived at the airport, and the weather was nice.
This means the flight will take off; I had to brace myself.
The DVD plus photos cost around $180.
With the yen being strong and it being a valuable experience, I decided to go for it.
Additionally, various tips amounted to about $50.
There was a simple lecture, really just a basic explanation, and then we put on our harnesses and boarded the plane.
The Cessna took off with the window wide open, which was super scary.
It took about ten minutes to reach 14,000 feet.
Finally, the moment arrived.
Here we go, descending!
Wow, this is amazing!
Incredible, incredible.
It's a pleasant yet strange sensation, fantastic.
If you have even a little curiosity and quite a bit of courage, I definitely recommend trying it.
You will surely experience something wonderful.
By the way, the girl who participated with me got so scared before jumping from the Cessna that she froze up and was pushed out from behind.
But the moment she safely landed on the ground, there were high-fives and hugs with the staff... it was so exciting.
She said, "I was hoping it would be canceled due to rain, but I'm glad I did it."
I completely agree.

予約をする。
でも、キャンセルしようか前日まで迷う。
前の晩、いろいろなことが頭をよぎりよく眠れない。
朝、部屋のカーテンをあけて空をみると、少し曇り空、風も少し強い、
飛行機飛ばないかもと、それをほんの少し期待する自分がいる。
でも、ピックアップ場所に送迎バスが来た。
自分たち二人を含めて、バスには１０人だ。
ドライバーから事故の時の免責に関する書類を渡され、サインをする。
いろんなことが日本語で書いてある。
つまり、なにが起きても、なにがあっても、訴えたりしませんよという内容が３枚くらい・・・・サインする。
飛行場に到着、天気がいい。
これは、飛行機飛ぶな、覚悟を決める。
ＤＶＤプラス写真で１８０ドルくらい。
円高だし、貴重な体験なので申し込む。
あと、もろもろのチップが５０ドルくらい。
かんたんなレクチャー、ほんと、かんたんな説明で、ハーネスをつけて飛行機に乗り込む。
離陸するセスナ、窓あけっぱなし、チョー怖いよ。
１４０００フィートまで１０分くらい。
ついにその時がきたよ。
いよいよ、降下ーーーー。
わぁぁぁぁぁ、すごいよ、これ！
すごい、すごい。
気持ちいいというか、不思議な感覚、ファンタスティック。
ほんの少しの興味と、結構な度胸があるならば、ぜひ、トライしてみてください。
素晴らしい感覚を味わえること、間違いなしです。
ちなみに、一緒に参加した彼女は、セスナから降下する前に腰を抜かしてしまって、後ろから押されるようにしてセスナから飛び降りました。
でも、地面に無事着地した瞬間、周りのスタッフと、ハイタッチ、ハグ、ハイタッチ、ハグ・・・大興奮でした。
その彼女は、
「雨が降って中止になればと思ってたけど、やってみてよかったあ」と、言ってました。
同感です。

My family and I enjoy horseback riding but this one was not up to par. I booked a private lesson and was told we would be able to do more with the horses beside just walking them and also would not be a nose to tail ride but that's exactly what it was. We were told many things but none were true. A couple of the horses did not like having another horse so close to it's tail so they would constantly kick backwards. You're only on the beach for a short time to cross to the dusty path were you spend most of the time until you cross back over the beach to go back to the club. Our guide was also an unpleasant women who never spoke unless it was to tell us what we were doing wrong. It was definetely not worth the money we spent and would not go back.

It was an hour of horseback riding, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. There was a Japanese video with instructions, so there were no issues at all. The staff were very considerate towards us, even though our English wasn't great, and we had a great time. My backside got a bit sore, and since we couldn't gallop the horse, an hour was just enough.

一時間の乗馬でしたが、十分堪能できました。
注意事項などは日本語のビデオがあり、まったく問題なかったです。
スタッフの方も英語がイマイチな私たちに色々気遣っていただき、楽しかったです。
お尻が痛くなったのと、馬を走らせる行為はできないので、１時間でも十分でしたよ。

Great time and fun! I was a little nervous at first, but the crew really made me feel safe, and they were all pros at this. Would recommend to anybody. But you do have to be at least 100 lbs, so the little ones can't do this. I would definitely do this again! Also, look for sales. Got this on sale via HawaiiActivities.com for $99.00 plus tax per person. Usually goes for $120-135 per person plus tax. Also, book on-line at least one week before you leave for Kauai.

My husband and I did the 8am zip tour last week and had soooooooo much fun! Who needs caffeine to wake you up when you can fly over 200 ft in the sky at 30+ mph? Definitely an exhilarating and great start to our day and Kaua'i trip.

PS. Pono, Alohi and DJ are great tour guides! They really cared about everyone's safety and made sure we learned a lot and had tons of fun!

A van takes you down to the valley floor where you are introduced to your horses. The ride takes you thru beautiful vegetation (mangos, avacados, bananas, taro and amazing flowers). You cross thru streams and see waterfalls streaming down into the valley. The riding itself is not very exciting. The horses walk at a leisurely pace. However the views are so worth it!

It's a tour that definitely takes time, but it's absolutely worth it.

It's like a different world. The stargazing spot is also different from other tours, as it's in a completely dark area, making the night sky truly exceptional.

　時間はかかるけどぜったいに行くべきツアーです。
　
別世界ですよ。
星空の観測場所も他のツアーとは違って真っ暗な場所なので星空も格別でした。

I didn't have a friend to fly with, so I participated alone this time! I'm not good with roller coasters, but to be honest, this was way less scary than a roller coaster. It was exhilarating! However, I did feel quite nauseous after the parachute opened. I ordered the DVD, and when I had a screening with my friends at the hotel, it was a lot of fun!

一緒に飛んでくれる友人がいなったので、今回は一人で参加しました！
ジェットコースターが苦手なのですが、はっきり言ってジェットコースターよりも全然怖くりませんでした。爽快の一言！！
ただ、パラシュートが開いた後がかなり酔います。
DVDを申し込みました。これはホテルで友人達と上映会をしたら、かなり盛り上がりましたよ！

I've been to Hawaii many times, and last year I participated in a horseback riding course in the North. This time, my daughter, who became hooked on horseback riding, insisted that we join a two-hour horseback riding course at Kualoa Ranch.

Unlike the North, here we were truly able to enjoy horseback riding while being gently rocked on the horse's back amidst breathtaking scenery and magnificent nature. It was an emotional experience to see the filming locations of Jurassic Park and the familiar landscapes from Lost on the vast grounds.

We were a team of six, and our guide, who is a fifth-generation Japanese American, was fluent in both Japanese and English. They frequently came back and forth from the front to the back where we were, taking care of us and chatting, so we had no worries or complaints and really enjoyed ourselves.

The two hours flew by. My son said it was the most fun he had during this trip. I highly recommend this tour! ☆

ハワイは何度も来ていて、去年はノースの乗馬コースに参加しました。そのときに乗馬にはまった娘にせがまれて、今回はクアロア牧場での乗馬2時間コースに参加しました。
ノースと違って、こちらは息を呑むほどの美しい風景と壮大な自然の中を、まさにゆったりのんびり馬の背に揺られて、本当に乗馬を堪能することができました。広大な敷地にある、ジュラシックパークの撮影現場、ロストでの見覚えのある地形など、感動ものでした。
また、6人で1チームでしたが、案内役の方が日系5世で日本語も英語も流暢な上、先頭から一番後ろの私たちまで何度も何度も行き来をしてお世話やお話をしてくれたので何一つ不安も不満もなく、本当に楽しめました。
あっという間の2時間でした。息子は今回の旅行の中で一番楽しかったと喜んでいました。このツアーはお勧めです☆

The sea of clouds was beautiful!

雲海がきれいでした！

The loco moco was delicious!

The waterfall was beautiful!

I was able to take a lot of pictures!

ロコモコ美味しかったです！

滝もきれいでした！

写真もいっぱいとってもらえました！

This was my first stay on Maui for our honeymoon, and it was also my first time at Haleakalā Volcano. There were other tours available, but I found this one online and chose it. In the end, it was truly great.

What was wonderful was not only the content of the tour but, above all, the guide was amazing. Unlike other tours, we stopped for a restroom break on the way to the volcano, but it wasn't just a restroom stop; we got to visit a town, do some shopping, and the guide introduced us to souvenirs, making even the restroom break enjoyable.

Additionally, the guide took a lot of photos for us and offered warm tea... And the most memorable part was the presentation during the star-gazing and the guide's storytelling. It felt like, as we were starting our new life together, I learned a lot from that story, and it motivated me to strive for a fulfilling life.

I will never forget that starry sky and what I felt at that moment. Thank you for the wonderful experience. I would love to join again with my parents next time.

今回ハネムーンでマウイ島に初めて滞在し、ハレアカラ火山も初めてでした。
他にもツアーはあったのですが、ネットで見つけてこのツアー選びました。
結果、本当に良かったです。
何がいいって、内容はもちろんのこと、なんと言っても
ガイドさんが最高でした。
また、他のツアーと違って火山へ行く途中、トイレ休憩に寄るのですが、ただトイレに行くだけでなく、街に立寄り買物できたり、お土産の紹介をしてくれたり、トイレ休憩までも楽しめました。
それから、写真をたくさん撮ってくれたり、温かいお茶のサービスがあったり・・・
そしてそして、一番印象に残ったのが星を鑑賞する際の演出とガイドさんの語り。
なんだか、結婚して新しい生活を始めるにあたり、あのお話は
多くを学び、そして私も自分の人生満足できるようにがんばろうって思いました。
本当にあの星空、あの時思ったこと・・・一生忘れません。
感動をありがとうございました。
今度は両親と一緒に参加したいです。

I participated with a friend.

As we got closer to the summit, the oxygen became thinner, and I started to feel anxious because I was out of breath even after just a little movement.

However, thanks to the staff's advice and the breaks we took along the way, I felt reassured and was able to participate comfortably.

The sunset and the starry sky were breathtaking, unlike anything I had ever seen before! I was especially moved by the beautiful colors of the sea of clouds during the sunset.

I was unsure about participating since I lack physical stamina and tend to get car sick, but now I’m glad I decided to join.

It will definitely be a lifelong memory.

I would love to participate again someday.

友達と２人で参加しました。

山頂に近ずくにつれ酸素が薄くなり、少し動いただけでも息があがってしまい不安になりました。

でも、スタッフさんのアドバイスがあったり、途中で何度か休憩をとってくれたり、いろいろ親切にしていただいて、安心して参加できました。

サンセットと星空は今までみたことがない絶景でとても感動です！！とくにサンセットの時、雲海がきれいな色に染まるところに感動しました。

体力に自身がないうえに、車酔いもするほうなので、参加するかどうか迷いましたが、今は参加できて良かったと思っています。

一生の思い出になること間違いなしです。

いつかまた、参加したいです。

We really had fun on this unique activity. The water was nice and the tubes were tough and comfortable. The guides were very informative, fun, and knowedgable. I would do this activity again in a heartbeat!

My husband and I really enjoyed this activity. The Quads were fun and pretty easy to drive. The ranch is gorgeous and a great place to ride. Our guides were very knowledgable, fun, informative, and made effort to speak with all guests on the trip. I recommend not wearing any clothes/shoes/socks that you don't mind ruining from the mud spatter! Mud stains did not come out of our clothing very well. Also, bring LOTS of bug spray for the stop at the falls. LOTS of fun and I plan to do it again, next time I'm on Kauai.