All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

It was my first experience diving! I thought I might hesitate and get nervous at the moment of jumping, but thanks to the instructor, I was able to jump without hesitation, and from there, feeling the wind pressure, the view was amazing! I was able to enjoy it even at my age.

ダイビング初体験でした！
飛ぶ瞬間ためらって騒いじゃうかもとか思ってましたが、インストラクターが付いているお陰で躊躇なく飛び出せて、そこからは風圧を感じながら景色は最高！そろそろあら還でも楽しむ事が出来ました。

It was a wonderful tour blessed with great weather! The Japanese staff were wonderful people, and I was glad to learn about many unfamiliar plants!

お天気に恵まれ素晴らしツアーでした！
日本人のスタッフが素敵な人で知らない植物を沢山教えて貰えて良かったです！

Awesome tour! James, our guide, was excellent! Appreciated his knowledge and enthusiasm! Highly recommend!

Although the ground was muddy, they lent me a walking stick, which made navigating the steps安心. I had imagined walking through a thicket, but there were no bugs, and the path was wide, allowing for a leisurely trek while enjoying nature. It didn't rain on the day of my visit, making it easy to walk, but as a result, the waterfall had a lower water volume. On the way there, we moved as a group while receiving explanations, but on the way back, we could descend freely, so I think it's best to take photos without rushing, capturing them when there are fewer people around. After the walk, going to Tantalus Lookout and enjoying a sandwich while overlooking the town was exceptionally delicious. There was plenty of free time, making it a luxurious experience.

足元はぬかるんでいるもののステッキを貸してくださるので段差も安心でした。藪の中を歩くイメージでしたが、虫もおらず道幅も広くのんびり自然を眺めながらのトレッキングです。当日は雨は降らず歩きやすかったのですが、その分滝の水量は少な目でした。行きは説明を受けながら集団で動きますが帰りは自由に降りるので、写真は焦らず、人が少なくなったところで撮影されるといいと思います。散歩後にタンタラスの丘へ行き、町を見下ろしながら食べるサンドイッチは格別なおいしさ。自由時間もたっぷりで、贅沢な時間でした。

You can enjoy breathtaking views for a full two hours, feeling like you're on an attraction. Hawaii offers not just the ocean, but also mountains to explore. I highly recommend experiencing it!

2時間たっぷりアトラクションのような感覚で絶景が楽しめます。
ハワイは海だけじゃない、山も楽しめます。
ぜひ体験をおすすめします！

I arrived 15 minutes before the meeting time, but there was one foreigner standing at the reception area, so I thought he was part of the fishing boat crew, only to find out he was a tour guest... As the meeting time approached, other guests started to gather, but the crucial fishing boat did not arrive. It finally showed up about 10 minutes after the meeting time...

There were a total of 4 groups (11 people) in the tour, and 2 of them were children. By the way, we were the only Japanese couple, and we couldn't communicate in Japanese at all, but we managed with some words and a translation app.

I wasn't looking at the clock, but the travel time might not have been more than an hour one way... I felt like we had more time for fishing because of that. The waves were high that day, and the boat rocked quite a bit... I took motion sickness medication just in case, so I was fine, but it could have been bad if I hadn't... The two kids who came with us both got sick, and their dad was resting indoors.

We caught a total of 4 fish (it seems like the other guests caught about the same), but the fish were around 20 centimeters and all had to be released, so we couldn't eat them on the boat... It seemed like they were trolling while moving to the fishing spot, but I wonder if everyone would get to enjoy the catch if a big one was caught? Since we couldn't eat the fish on the boat and couldn't communicate in Japanese at all, I rated it 4 stars.

集合時間の15分前に着いたのですが、受付場所に1人の外国人が立ってたので釣り船の人だと思ったらツアー客だった…
集合時間が近づくにつれて他のお客さんも集まってきましたが、肝心な釣り船の方が来ません。
集合時間から10分くらい経ってやっと来ました…
ツアー客は全部で4組(11人)で、うち2人が子供でした。
ちなみに、日本人は私達夫婦だけで日本語は全く通じませんが、単語と翻訳アプリで何とか大丈夫でした。

時計を見てなかったのですが移動時間は片道1時間も無かったかも…
その分、釣りの時間が長かった気がします。
この日は波が高く船はかなり揺れました…
念の為に酔い止めの薬を飲んでたので大丈夫でしたが、飲んでなかったらヤバかったかも…
一緒に行った子供達は2人ともダウンして、お父さんも室内で休んでました。

全部で4匹釣りました(他のお客さんも同じぐらいみたい)が、釣れた魚は20センチ前後で全てリリースされて船上で食べることは出来ませんでした…
釣り場に移動する際にトローリングもしてたみたいですが、大物が釣れればみんなに振る舞うのかな？
釣った魚が船上で食べられなかったのと日本語が全く通じないのがイマイチだったので評価は☆4つにしました。

If you love heights and roller coasters but feel a bit scared, you absolutely have to try this! When you're going down, you can't see below, so it's not scary at all. There are moments when the wind pressure is strong and you might go "whoa," but it's just for an instant! You can enjoy beautiful scenery slowly, and occasionally experience a roller coaster-like rush! If you choose a plan that includes videos and photos, you can enjoy it yourself and share it easily with others. Japanese is hardly understood, so if you can't speak it at all, a translation app is essential!

高所やジェットコースター等が好きな人でちょっと怖い、、って思ってる方
絶対経験した方がいいです！　降りる時は下が見えないし怖くないですよ〜　
風圧が強いのでうぅ"ってなる時間もありますが一瞬です！
綺麗な景色をゆっくり、たまーにジェットコースターみたいなビューーンを体験できます！
動画や写真も撮って貰えるプランだと自分も見て楽しめるし布教もしやすいですよ。
日本語はほぼ通じないので全く話せない人は翻訳アプリ必須です！

The two female guides were very educational and enthusiastic. They checked all the riders for safely along the way. Great views. We all laughed! Pictures were taken. We recommend this ranch.

I wanted to go horseback riding in Hawaii, so I signed up for this 2-hour horseback riding course. Actually, I used to attend a riding club over 10 years ago, but I quit because I was scared of galloping. This time, since I was just walking slowly on horseback in the great outdoors, I felt completely at ease and thoroughly enjoyed riding again after a long time. It had been several years since I last rode a horse (I rode a few years ago in Hokkaido), so it took me a little time to regain my sense of balance at first, but after a while, I remembered the feeling and was able to enjoy the scenery. Just before we mounted the horses, there was a heavy downpour, and I was wondering what would happen, but fortunately, we didn't get rained on at all during the ride. It was also pleasantly cool, not too hot, and a bit cloudy, which made for perfect riding weather.

ハワイで乗馬したいと思い、こちらを申し込みました。2時間の乗馬コースです。実は、10年以上前まで乗馬クラブに通っていたのですが、駆け足がこわまなって辞めてしまった経験があります。今回は、馬に乗って大自然の中をゆっくり歩くだけなので、まったく怖くなく、久しぶりの乗馬を堪能できました。そもそも馬に乗るのが数年ぶり(北海道で何年か前にのっこたとがある)でしたので、最初はちょっと感覚を取り戻すのに時間がかかりましたが、途中から感覚を思い出し、それからは景色を堪能できました。乗る少し前に激しいスコールがあり、どうなるかと思いましたが、運よく乗馬中は、まったく雨に降られることなく、かといって暑すぎずに曇り気味だったので涼しくてちょうどよかったです。

The starry sky was beautiful. The observatory and sunset were just okay.

The price is cheap, but that's about the only advantage. Since the cost is low, it's understandable, but the lunch box only had one or two pieces of sautéed bacon sandwich, and I would appreciate it if they could consider making it a bit healthier, perhaps by lowering the calories.

The tour guides from this company have a mix of responses; some are very administrative in their approach, so it can be hit or miss.

星空はきれいでした。天文台や夕焼けはそこそこでした。

値段は安いのですが、メリットとしてはそれくらいです。
料金がやすいので仕方ないのですが、ランチボックスはソテーしたベーコンのサンドイッチ1,2切れで、もう少し低カロリーにするなど健康に配慮してもらえると嬉しいです。

この会社のツアーガイドは事務的な対応の方もいて、当たり外れがあります。

Better instructions needed for pickup at the Point at Poipu. Pickup is at the entrance to the property. Buses do not enter the property. Current instructions state pickup is out front. Of the main entrance to the building??

As mentioned in other reviews, the sand dust was quite intense, but I was able to fully enjoy the vast scenery!! Just after returning home, Jurassic Park was airing on TV, so I was able to enjoy the movie even after my trip!

他の人のレビューにもあるように砂ぼこりがすごかったけど、広大な景色を存分に楽しめました！！
ちょうど帰国後にジェラシックパークがテレビで放映されていたので、帰国後も映画を観て楽しむことができました！

The hotel provided transportation, of course, and I was able to enjoy the experience with safety as the top priority. The flight course is affected by the weather, and there may be times when flying is not possible. Since there’s no way to reschedule the day before returning home, it seems better to book for an early date the day after arrival. The organization is run by Japanese people, so there’s no need to worry about language, which is reassuring. During my stay, I was able to communicate in Japanese using LINE. Although the costs are not necessarily low due to the weak yen, I felt that the value was more than sufficient, and I would like to rely on them again for my next trip to Hawaii. Thank you, Kaz, Captain, and everyone else.

宿泊していたホテルとの送迎は勿論ですが、安全第一で操縦を味わうことが出来ました。フライトコースは天候に左右され、飛べない時も有るようで、帰国日前日だとリスケジュールのしようがないので、到着日翌日の早い日付で予約した方が良さそうです。運営主体は日本人なので言葉の心配がなく安心です。滞在中はLINEを使って日本語で連絡が取れます。円安だと費用は決して安くないですが、価値は十分に感じることが出来て、次回のハワイ旅行で再びお世話になりたいと思いました。カズさん、キャプテン、その他の皆さん、ありがとうございました。

The instructor was incredibly kind, gentle, and attentive! It was a family experience tour for adults with children, and we were very satisfied.

インストラクターが、とにかく親切、優しい、丁寧！子どもが成長して、大人家族での体験ツアーでしたが、大満足でした。

After about an hour on the bus from the meeting point, we arrived at Kualoa Ranch. Upon arrival, we gathered on the deck in front of the building entrance. The reception areas and schedules for each course were explained in English. Shortly after, our names were called, and we received a voucher detailing the activity's reception time, start time, and the return bus schedule. The reception time was strict, and they wouldn't accept us early. While shoulder bags and items hanging around the neck were not allowed, smartphones were permitted. Only still photos could be taken; videos were not allowed. However, if a GoPro was secured to the body and not held in hand, it was fine. For small personal items and water bottles, we could borrow a small bag to hang on the saddle, so anything that fit in there could be brought along.

The course offered stunning views of the ocean after passing through the forest, but I was most looking forward to the Jurassic Park filming location, which had a vast grassy valley. Unfortunately, the path to it was under maintenance, and our time was shortened by 30 minutes, resulting in a 25% refund later. My first horseback riding experience was fun, but my backside became sore, and the pain lingered for three days. (laughs) Still, it's a shame I couldn't see the valley, so I would like to try again.

集合場所からバスに揺られて約1時間でクアロアランチに到着しました。到着後、建物入口前にあるデッキに一旦集合。各コースごとの受付場所やスケジュールなどが英語で説明されます。程なくして名前が呼ばれ、アクティビティの受付時間と開始時間、帰りのバスの時間などが記されたバウチャーが手渡されました。受付時間は正確で早めに申し出ても時間にならないと受付てくれませんでした。ショルダーバックや首からぶら下げる物はダメですが、スマホは持参OKです。撮影は静止画のみで動画はダメだそうです。しかしGoProは身体に固定出来て手で持たなければ大丈夫でした。身の回りの小物やペットボトルは鞍に掛ける小物入れバックが借りれるのでそれに入る物であれば持参出来ました。
コースは林間を抜けると海が見えて来て素晴らしい景色のコースでしたが、1番楽しみにしていたジュラシックパークのロケ地で草原が広がる谷には途中の道が整備中で行く事が出来ず、時間も30分短縮されたため後から25%の返金がありました。初めての乗馬は楽しかったけどお尻が痛くなり、痛みは3日間尾を引きました。（笑）
それでも谷が見れなかったのは残念なのでまたリベンジしたいと思います。

This excursion is a must do. The views were incredible. It does take time to get there, 2 mile row in after which you hike for about 1.25 miles to the falls. The guide told us some great facts about the area. They teach you how to paddle if you have never done that before. You do have to cross the river and depending on the rainfall, it can be deep. This is mildly strenuous, you will be walking on uneven ground with rocks and cross a river, good water/hiking shoes a must. You will need to help carry the kayaks to the water and back, not very long and there are usually 4 people to a kayak to carry. Part of the trail does have wood planks to walk on, but the first part of the trail does not. It was beautiful and the falls were full when we got to the top, not always the case, depends on the amount of rainfall they have had. Highly recommend.

This was one of the best excursions we did while visiting Kauai. We highly recommend this!!! The scenery was an amazing, the stories of the area, and the wonderful guides we had. The guides took their time in explaining things and making sure we were safe and felt comfortable on the trails. The stories were fantastic and there was plenty of time and view the sights and take pictures. This is a must do and we can’t wait to go again when we are in Kauai!!

The staff on the boat were kind, and when my line got snagged on the bottom, they immediately replaced it with a smile without saying anything, which was a great help.

船のスタッフさんも親切で船底に仕掛けの針が引っ掛けても何も言わず笑顔で直ぐに仕掛けを替えて下さり大変助かりました。

The weather was good on the day, but there was a bit of strong wind, so it was explained before the flight that there might be some turbulence, which was helpful for preparation. The pre-flight briefing and the explanations inside the aircraft were accurate and very good.

当日は天気は良かったのですが風が少し強いので揺れる可能性があるとフライト前に説明があったので準備もできてよかったです。フライト前の説明や、機体内での説明も的確でとても良かったです

Right after departure, we were covered in clouds, and I wondered how it would turn out with occasional rain, but as we gained altitude, the clouds cleared (or rather, we emerged above the clouds), and both the sunset and the starry sky were incredibly beautiful.

While there are places in Japan where you can see the starry sky and enjoy views from mountain summits, the scale here is completely different. I was moved to see the Southern Cross and the Milky Way.

The guide primarily spoke English, but they also checked in with us in Japanese to see if we were feeling okay, which was very considerate and helpful.

出発直後から雲に覆われ、時折、雨模様でどうなることかと思いましたが、標高が上がるにつれ雲が切れ（というか雲の上に出て）、サンセットも星空も大変きれいに見えました。
国内でも、星空が見えるところがあったり、山頂からの景色を楽しめるところはいくつもありますが、ここはスケールが全く違い、南十字星や天の川も見ることができて感動モノでした。
ガイドさんも英語メインでしたが、つど日本語で体調大丈夫？みたいに気を使っていただいて助かりました。

We participated as a family of five.
There was one other group of Japanese participants besides us.
We had a unique and amazing experience with the sunset and starry sky that you can only have here!
If you come to the Big Island, this is definitely a must-do.
The guide was Japanese and kindly assisted us in Japanese.

家族5人で参加しました。
私たち以外にも日本人参加者は1組いました。
ここでしかできない夕日と星空の唯一無二の最高の経験ができました！
ハワイ島に来たなら絶対行くべきです。
ガイドの方は日本人の方で、私たちに日本語で丁寧に対応してくださいました。

Six years ago, I had my first piloting experience. At that time, I shared that my childhood dream was to become a pilot for ANA. As a result, I was able to experience everything from takeoff to landing, which was a broad and enriching experience in many ways.

This time, the instructor from my previous experience had become a pilot for a commercial airline and was no longer with the program, so I had a different instructor. During this flight, I was able to enjoy the view from above while receiving guidance, which was nice since there were other passengers on board. However, personally, I wished I could have had a bit more hands-on experience with the controls during takeoff and landing!

前回、６年前に初の操縦体験をしました。その際は、自分の子供の頃にANAのパイロットになることが夢でした。等々の話をしたところ、離陸から結局、着陸まで体験させて頂き、色々な意味で幅広く体感させて頂きました。
今回は、前回のインストラクターの方は、民間エアラインでパイロットになられたようでもう在籍されておらず、別の方でした。今回は、上空で色々、下の風景を見ながらガイドをしていただけたので、その点では、同乗者もいたので良かったです。ただ、個人的には、もう少し離着陸の体感を操縦桿を握りながら！やりたっかったですねー＾＾

I'm a little worried if I can make it to the top when looking up from below.
On the well-maintained hiking trail, I arrived at the summit before I knew it.
The weather was perfect, and the view was amazing.

下から見上げるとあの上までたどり着けるかちょっと心配
整備された登山道で、あれよあれやで頂上に到着
天気も最高、見渡す風景も最高でした

I have been going to Hawaii every year for the past few years, participating with specific goals in mind for my trips. This time, I hadn't decided what to do until just before departure, but two days before leaving, I happened to be looking at Veltra and came across a Cessna flying experience. I thought, "This is it!" and signed up. I confirmed my reservation on the day I arrived in Hawaii. Since it was my first time on a Cessna, I was particularly nervous until takeoff. I was holding the control yoke, but I was surprisingly amazed at how easily we took off. Although the staff handled the actual flying 100%, the moment the Cessna soared like a bird in the wind was breathtaking. Within seconds, the buildings below became smaller and smaller. Thanks to the staff, I felt like a bird for several minutes. Thank you for this precious experience. It was unforgettable, and I didn't feel that the cost was high at all.

ここ数年毎年ハワイに行ってますが旅の目玉となる具体的な目的を持って参加しております　今回は何をやろうか出発直前まで決まらなかったのですがたまたま出発2日前にveltraをみてましたらセスナ体験操縦が目に飛び込んできました　これだと思い申込ました　予約完了を確認したのはハワイに着いた日でした　セスナに乗ることが初めてだったので離陸するまでは特に緊張してました　操縦桿は握ってましたが意外に簡単にふわりと離陸したので少し驚きました　操縦そのものは同乗のスタッフが100％行なっているので簡単なことではないでしょうが　セスナ機が風の中を羽のように舞い上がった瞬間は感動しました　そして数秒もたたないうちに真下に見える建物はどんどん小さくなっていきました　数十分間スタッフのお蔭で鳥になれました　ありがとうございました　貴重な体験でした　記憶に残る体験なので決して料金は高くはないと感じました
　

If you have a teenager you know how hard it is to get them to spend time with you, let alone actually participate in a family activity. Our 14 year old actually took his nose out of his phone to do this with is. He was taking videos and pictures (sometimes even with his parents!) and had a blast. The guides were amazing and had great stories about the ranch and island. 10/10

The buggy ride is longer than I expected. We travel in a group with two instructors and about seven to eight buggies. At several spots, there are explanations from the instructors and photo opportunities. The views are all amazing, and the instructors take photos for you, so you can get great pictures with your companions. The road has both paved sections and gravel paths, and while it can be bumpy and quite shaky, driving isn't too difficult. The maximum speed is about 20 km/h, with an average of around 15 km/h. It’s a fun experience, and the scheduled two hours fly by.

バギーは思ったより長距離の運転です。
インストラクター2名と７－８台でグループで行動します。
数カ所の各スポットでインストラクターの説明と写真タイムがあります。
どれも素晴らしい景色で、インストラクターが写真を撮ってくれるので、同行者との良い写真が撮れます。
道は舗装部分と砂利道とがありますが、デコボコして結構揺れますが、運転はそれほど難しくないです。スピードはｍａｘ２０ｋｍで平均１５ｋｍぐらいと思います。
楽しい体験で、予定された2時間はあっという間に過ぎていきます。

I booked a package with transportation included. The bus was very comfortable. There were many Japanese people, and the explanations were in Japanese, so I was able to participate without any worries.

送迎付きを予約しました。
バスはとても快適でした。
日本人が多く、説明も日本語だったので不安なく参加できました。

This trip was with three senior friends to the Big Island of Hawaii. We were looking forward to this tour, the main event of our last day. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was wonderful, but the starry sky afterwards felt like being inside a dome, allowing us to truly feel the universe. I'm really glad I participated. It became the best memory. Thank you to our guide for working hard to communicate in Japanese.

今回はシニアの友人3人でのハワイ島への旅行でした。最後の日のメインイベントのこのツアーを楽しみにしていました。マウナケア山頂からのサンセットも素晴らしかったけど、その後の満点の星空はまるでドームの中にいるような感覚で宇宙を感じることが出来ました。
本当に参加して良かったです。最高の思い出になりました。ガイドさんも、頑張って日本語で一生懸命に対応してくださり、ありがとうございました。

I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour at the summit of Mauna Kea on the Big Island. It was a small group tour with about 10 people, which made for a relaxed experience.

The sandwich we had along the way was delicious and satisfying. The sunset from the summit was truly beautiful, and I was moved by the view spreading over the sea of clouds. The starry sky after sunset was also amazing, shining brightly in a way that only a high place without city lights can offer.

What made me happy was that we were the only Japanese participants, but our guide was Japanese. In between explanations to the other groups, he provided detailed information about constellations and celestial bodies in Japanese.

For those considering going to Mauna Kea individually, I recommend joining a tour. You can enjoy the breathtaking views without worrying about driving on mountain roads or managing your health at high altitudes. If you want to see the sunset or love stargazing, definitely consider participating!

ハワイ島でマウナケア山頂のサンセットと星空観測ツアーに参加しました。4グループ10名ほどの少人数ツアーだったので、ゆったり過ごせて良かったです。

途中で食べたサンドウィッチが美味しくて満足。山頂からの夕陽は本当に綺麗で、雲海の上に広がる景色に感動しました。日が落ちた後の星空も、街明かりのない高い場所ならではの輝きで最高でした。

嬉しかったのは、日本人の参加者は私たちだけでしたが、ガイドさんが日本人だったこと。他のグループへの説明の合間に、日本語で星座や天体について詳しく教えてくれました。

個人でマウナケアに行くか迷っている方は、ツアー参加をおすすめします。山道の運転や高地での体調管理など、ツアーなら安心して絶景を楽しめますよ。夕日を見たい方・星空好きの方はぜひ参加してみてください！​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I have flown about 2 million miles, but I always wanted to hold the control stick myself at least once. While planning my trip to Hawaii, I learned about an activity for experiencing piloting a small aircraft and decided to sign up. The scenery was amazing, and I was moved by the feeling of being one with the airplane. The only regret I have is not preparing a pilot-style costume shirt in advance for this opportunity.

いままで、200万マイルぐらい飛行機に乗りましたが、一度は自分で操縦桿を握りたいと思ったのです。
ハワイ旅行を企画しているとき、小型機の体験操縦のアクティビティがあることを知り、申し込むことにしました。
景色はすばらしく、飛行機が自分と一体となっていることに感動しました。
せっかく機会だったので、事前に機長風のコスプレシャツを用意しなかったことが
唯一の心残りです。