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For those participating in this tour:

1. As you will get covered in sand, it's recommended to wear all black clothes or clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting dirty.
2. Using a locker is not mandatory for this tour, but it's definitely better to use one. (The locker fee is $5, payable in cash or credit. You can access it multiple times!) Your belongings will also get sandy. I think it's fine to have just one phone among your group!
3. Since you'll be covered in sand, your face will also be quite dirty, so it would be great to have a makeup pouch (makeup remover wipes would be ideal).
4. After participating in this tour, I had a hamburger at a café, and since it's American-sized, I recommend sharing one between two people!

If you keep these three points in mind, I believe you'll have a fun tour! As for safety, you can feel secure watching the Japanese video. The local guides will speak in English, but you might be able to understand the atmosphere!

Regarding tips, it's not mandatory for this tour or others. When I participated, there were six groups, but only two or three gave tips!

このツアー参加する方は、
1、服装は、全身砂まみれになるので、真っ黒な服や汚れてもいい服・靴がおすすめです。
2、ロッカー預かりに関しては、このツアー必須ではありません。が、絶対に預けたほうがいいです。(ロッカー代5ドルは、現金・クレジット支払いできます。取り出し何度もできます！)
荷物も砂まみれになります。携帯も砂まみれになるので、誰か一台あればいいと思います！
3、砂まみれになるので、顔も砂でひどいので、
メイクポーチ(メイク落としシートとかあれば最高)もあるといいと思います。
4、このツアー参加した後、カフェでハンバーガーを食べたのですが、アメリカンサイズなので2人で一つがおすすめです！

この３点に気をつけて参加して頂ければ
きっと楽しいツアーだと思います！
安全面に関しては、日本語動画を視聴するので安心してください！あとは現地の方の英語トークですが、雰囲気でわかるかもしれません笑

このツアーも他のツアーもそうでしたが、
チップに関しては必須ではありません。
私が参加した際6組いましたが、チップを渡した方は、2？3組？でした！

I participated in the tour with my parents in their 60s, so I was a bit anxious, but the guide was very attentive, taking care of everything from altitude sickness to restroom breaks.

Although the tour was primarily in English, the guide provided support in Japanese at key points, which made it very enjoyable! (Every time we got off the bus, he would casually explain things in Japanese, including information about restrooms, safety tips at the summit, and even jokes! ✨)

During the sunset, he took many wonderful family photos against the backdrop of the sea of clouds and the sunset, as well as some funny solo shots! He used a professional camera, so the starry sky looked incredibly beautiful (there was even a bonus of the faint red crater from the volcano that erupted a few days ago!). The photos were shared instantly via AirDrop!

Thanks to the stunning scenery and our guide Shotaro, I made some truly wonderful memories! Thank you so much! ✨

60代の父母を連れてのツアー参加でしたので、少し不安でしたが、ガイドさんが高山病のことはもちろんお手洗いのことも、こまめに気遣ってくださり、ケアしてくれました。
また英語ガイドのみとの事でしたが、要所で日本語でのフォローを入れてくださり、とても楽しめました！（車を降りるたびに日本語でドライブ中の説明のフォローやお手洗い情報、山頂での注意事項、ジョークまで気さくに日本語で話しかけて下さいます✨）

サンセットでは雲海と夕陽をバックに素敵な家族写真から面白いソロショットまでたくさん写真を撮ってくれます！
一眼のカメラで撮ってくれますので、星空がめちゃくちゃ綺麗に写ります（数日前に噴火したボルケーノの赤い火口もうっすら映るボーナス付きでした！）
写真はAirDropですぐに共有してくれます！

見たことのない景色はもちろん、ガイドのショウタロウさんのおかげでとても楽しい思い出が出来ました！本当にありがとうございました✨

I can't speak English at all, but when we arrived at Kualoa Ranch, a Japanese guide explained the location of the restrooms, the check-in points for each activity, and the return time, after which we dispersed. We each completed the check-in for our activities. We chose the Raptor (buggy). All check-ins were in English. I was able to watch the Japanese version of the briefing. If you show your Japanese driver's license at check-in, you receive a wristband, and only those wearing the wristband can drive. During the activity, we stopped three times, and the guide provided explanations after we got out of the vehicle, but everything was in English, so I didn't understand. However, since I don't often get the chance to drive on off-road paths, it was very exciting and fun.

全く英語喋れませんが、クアロアランチに着いたら日本語のガイドさんからトイレの場所や各アクティビティの受付の場所、帰りの時間などの説明があり、一度解散。
各々のアクティビティの受付を済ませます。
私達はラプター(バギー)でした。受付は全て英語です。
ブリーフィングは日本語版を見させてもらいました。受付時に日本の免許証を見せればリストバンドをもらいリストバンドをつけてる人のみ運転できます。
アクティビティ最中は3回止まり、車から降りガイドさんの説明がありますが全て英語の為、意味分からず、、
しかし、オフロードの道を運転する機会がないので、とてもエキサイティングで楽しかったです。

This is a great course! My daughter (16) and I had the best time. The scenery, staff (especially Lauren, Claire and Mailan) and safety measures were all incredible! We enjoyed the variety of lines, repels, and bridges. Highly recommend CLIMBworks!

When we went to pick up, our names weren't on the list, but there just happened to be two seats available, so we were able to get on. They said something like, "Lucky you, there were seats available!" which shows they have no management at all. Plus, there weren't enough meals, so we couldn't eat. (laughs)
By the way, there’s no telescope rental. You just quickly look at the stars, take a quick photo, and that’s it. It feels like, where did the photos go? I wish I could get a refund.

ピックアップの際、私達の名前がなく、たまたま2席空いていたから乗れることに。たまたま空いててラッキーだね！みたいな事言われて、管理全くできてません。しかもご飯の数も足りず、食べれませんでした。笑
ちなみに望遠鏡の貸し出しなんてありません。さくっと星見て、さくっと写真とっておわり。
写真どこいったの？って感じです。返金してほしいくらいです。

You might not find another place where you can experience driving through nature like at Kualoa Ranch. The thrill of speeding was really enjoyable. However, it gets dustier than expected, so it's better to bring a change of clothes and goggles or sunglasses to have an even better time.

クアロア・ランチのような大自然をバギーで走る体験ができるのはここ以外ないかもしれません。
疾走感がとても気持ちよかったです。ただ、思いのほか砂埃で汚れるので、着替えとゴーグルまたはサングラスは持ってきた方がより楽しめます。

We booked this tour based on these reviews, it seems that these reviews were spot on. Our tour started when Tod picked us up on time and whisked us off to our island adventure. He was very knowledgeable and went out of his way to explain Hawaiian culture and pointed out things in our drive that were informative.

The stargazing portion of our tour was an incredibly unique and awe-inspiring experience. Tod was a knowledgeable guide and took us to a dark and remote location in Mauna Kea, perfect for stargazing. With the use of his personal high-quality telescope, binoculars and a powerful laser pointer, we were able to see constellations, planets, and even faint nebulae. Tod also shared interesting facts and stories about the night sky, making the experience both informative and enjoyable.

Tod even made the experience memorable by playing The Planets by Gustav Holst, its those little details, that made this tour the highlight of our Big Island Vacation.

Overall, this tour is a must-do for anyone who wants to see the stars in all their glory accompanied by our an amazing guide Tod.
Make sure to request him on your next stargazing adventure.

I've been to Hawaii eight times, but this is my first time at Kualoa Ranch! Since I was here, I chose to ride a buggy through the great outdoors. There are also options for horseback riding and movie tours. We hardly understand any English... At first, there’s an orientation with other tour guests, but I couldn't understand anything they were saying at all. It seems they were just telling us to gather at each location when the time comes. The meeting point for the buggies is a bit further in and hard to find. We follow a few tour vehicles behind the instructor. Driving the buggy is definitely fun, but those riding along can enjoy it too. We stop at several movie filming locations to take pictures. However, I have no idea what they are explaining (crying). There are muddy spots along the way. We plunge into puddles like on Disneyland's Splash Mountain. It's absolutely essential that your face and clothes get dirty, so it's best to avoid wearing anything too nice!

ハワイには８回も行っているのにクアロア牧場は初！！
せっかくならと大自然の中を駆け抜けるバギーを選択しました。
他に乗馬や映画ツアーなどもあります。
ほとんど英語が分からない私達・・・
最初、他のツアー客と集合をしてオリエンテーションがあるのですが、全く何を言っているか理解できず。
ただ時間になったら各場所に集合をしろと言っている様。
バギーの集合場所が少し奥にあり分かりずらいです。
インストラクターの後を数台のツアーを組み付いていきます。
バギーの運転手は間違いなく楽しいですが、同乗している方も普通に楽しめます。映画のロケ地なども何回か立ち寄り写真を撮ってくれます。
しかし何を説明しているのか分かりません（泣）
途中途中、汚れポイントがあります。
水たまりにドボーンとディズニーランドのスプラッシュマウンテンの如く突っ込んでいきます。
絶対に顔・服は汚れること必須なので、小綺麗な恰好は絶対に止めた方が良いです！

We participated as a family (father, mother, a high school sophomore son, and a junior high school daughter). My daughter hadn't ridden a bicycle in a long time, so she was anxious and initially said she didn't want to ride, canceling her reservation. However, just before the event, she decided she wanted to participate after all and made a new reservation. I felt a bit sorry about the changes, but I really appreciate how smoothly VELTRA handled the cancellations and changes in the number of participants!

On the day of the event, there was some traffic on the highway, so we arrived slightly late, but the schedule had enough buffer time before the activity started, so it was fine.

The activity involved our family of four along with two couples, making a total of eight participants, with one instructor guiding us all as we rode around the ranch. At the beginning, we watched a safety video, chose our bicycles, and practiced a bit before setting off.

My daughter was right at the height limit, so she couldn't quite reach the ground while seated and looked anxious, but she seemed to get the hang of it after a while. I think if you're around 155 cm tall, you should be able to reach the ground comfortably. Additionally, one of the younger female participants seemed a bit scared of the speed at times and struggled to keep up, but the instructor rode slowly to help her, and she managed to complete a lap. Since we rode on unpaved slopes, it might be a bit intimidating for those who are not used to cycling.

Overall, it felt fantastic to zip through such beautiful scenery, and everyone at the facility was very kind (though they didn't speak Japanese), making it the best activity! I think families, couples, and even solo travelers can enjoy it!

家族（父、母、高2男子、中2女子）で参加しました。
娘は久しく自転車に乗っていなかったので不安がっており乗りたくないと言って一旦一人だけ予約をキャンセルしました。
しかし直前になってやはり参加したいと言い出し、再度予約。
申し訳ないなぁと思いつつ、キャンセルや人数変更の手配がとてもスムーズにできたのでVELTRAさんには感謝です！

当日は高速道路の渋滞などもあり集合時間に若干遅れてしまいましたが、アクティビティ開始までは多少余裕をもった時間設定になっていたためセーフでした。

アクティビティは私たち家族4人と、他に男女のカップルが2組いて、計8人に対してインストラクターが一人ついて全員で一緒に牧場内を走行します。
開始時には安全確認のための映像を見て、各自自転車を選び、少し練習をしてから出発です。

娘は身長制限ギリギリだったので座った状態ではぴったり足がつかず不安そうでしたが慣れると大丈夫そうでした。
155cmくらい身長があると足がつくイメージかと思います。
また、同行メンバーの若い女性の方は途中スピードが怖かったのか、なかなか流れについて来れない場面もありましたがインストラクターの方がゆっくり走ってくれたり、どうにか1周していました。舗装されていない坂道を走ったりするので自転車に抵抗のある方にとっては少し怖いのかもしれません。

とにかく景色のいいところを颯爽と駆け抜けていくのがとても気持ちよくて、施設の方もみんな親切で（日本語は通じません）、最高のアクティビティでした◎家族、カップル、ひとりでも楽しめると思います！

I was guided to Haleakalā by Mr. Yamauchi from Maui All Stars.

Before it got dark, I was moved by the stunning display of the setting sun and the sea of clouds below, painted in shades of crimson. As the sun set and darkness fell, countless stars began to shine in the sky. Thanks to Mr. Yamauchi's extensive expertise and equipment, I was able to easily identify the names of the stars and constellations sparkling in the night sky. This sight was something that couldn't be captured by a camera, so I etched the starry sky into my heart.

I was particularly excited to see both the Big Dipper and the Southern Cross at the same time, which are rarely visible together. I don't think such luck will come my way again, but I hope to create another opportunity to visit. If you ever go to Maui, be sure to visit for the sunset and starry sky at Haleakalā. And do it with Mr. Yamauchi as your guide... Kiba.

ハレアカラ山を「Maui All Starsの山内さん」に案内して貰いました。

暗くなるまでの時間は、沈みゆく太陽と足下の雲海がくりなす茜色の競演に感動しました。
陽が落ち暗くなると空に無数の星が輝き始めましたが、山内さんの豊富な専門知識と機材のお陰で、満点の空に煌めく星の名前や星座が手に取るように判り感動しました。この光景はとてもカメラには捉えられないので、心に星空を焼き付けました。
特に、滅多に見られないと言う「北斗七星と南十字星」が一度に見られ興奮しました。こんな幸運はこの先訪れないと思いますが、機会を作ってまた訪れたいと思います。
皆さんもマウイ島に行かれた時は、是非「ハレアカラ山の夕焼けと星空」を見に訪れてください。
それも、山内さんのガイドで........木全　拝

Great staff, tour guides were very light hearted and friendly. They kept us entertained the entire time. We were able to have our cameras and got some great photos/videos while zip lining.

Everett was the best tour guide ever and made sure we all we comfortable and had a fabulous time

It takes about 45 minutes by large bus from the hotel in Waikiki to the site. The buggy start time is set, so we have free time until then. Other activities are fully booked, so while there are opportunities to interact with horses, go shopping, and have light snacks, we end up with some idle time. When it was time to gather, we watched a Japanese-language safety explanation video and then set off in a convoy of six vehicles. We took breaks along the way, sharing stories from movies and taking photos at scenic points. There was no Japanese interpreter, which was a bit lonely. The ranch is in a valley surrounded by mountains, and because it hasn't been touched by humans, it has a sacred atmosphere. In the latter half, we just moved forward without worrying about the ups and downs of the mountain paths or the muddy puddles! Both the driver and the passengers had a great time.

By the end, the T-shirt I bought the day before was covered in mud, and I had a good laugh at the muddy nose shadow! It's best to wear clothes and bring items that you don't mind getting dirty. The gathering time was around 7 AM, and the return bus departed at 1 PM. You could either book activities for the afternoon and spend the whole day or return to Waikiki for some free time in the afternoon. I went with my two daughters in their 20s and my parents in their 60s, and we're already thinking about what to do next time.

P.S. I think it depends on the weather, so be sure to check for cancellations. There are several pickup points, so look for a convenient one.

ワイキキのホテルから大型バスで45分ほどで現地へ。バギー開始時間が決まっていてそれまでは自由時間。ほかのアクティビティーは予約でいっぱいなので、馬との触れ合い、ショッピング、軽食の用意があるものの時間を持て余す。いざ集合時間になり、日本語での注意説明VTRを見て6台連なり出発。途中所どころで休憩しながら、映画のエピソード話やビューポイントで写真撮影。日本語の通訳はなし。ちょっと寂しい。牧場は山に囲まれた谷、人の手が入ってないため、聖なる雰囲気もある。後半は山路のアップダウンや川、水たまりのドロハネを気にせず進むのみ！　運転者も同乗者もめちゃ楽しい
終わってみたら前日買ったTシャツが泥だらけに、泥のノーズシャドウに大笑い‼︎ 汚くてなってもいい服装、持ち物で行くべし。集合時間7時台　帰りのバスは13時現地出発だった。午後にもアクティビティを予約して1日すごしても良いし、午後はワイキキに戻ってフリーの時間にしてもいい。20代の娘2人とと60代の親、次回は何をしようか
追伸　天気に左右されると思うのでキャンセルなど要確認です。ピックアップポイントが何ヶ所かあるので、都合の良い所を探してみて

We had a great tour and greatly recommend John as the tour guide. He was patient and knowledgeable and made for a great day!

I had a trouble right before and ended up being late for the meeting time (I had contacted them by phone in advance), but I was asked whether I would prefer to ① reschedule for another date or ② join from the middle, and I was able to reschedule for a later time on the same day. The zip line was numerous and long, so it was extremely fun!! I feel like this is the best zip line you can book on Oahu! However, the conversation is basically in English, so you are expected to respond in English to some extent. But even if you can't speak well, they will follow up properly, so there's no need to be too scared.

One point about Google Maps: the link provided here does not lead to the reception area. If you look around the area on Google, you might see a couple of locations, but the correct place is a bit further away, not the one closer to Kamehameha Hwy. Please be careful if you are accessing by car from the north!
https://goo.gl/maps/KsD5adFLDDWEeJhF9

直前にトラブル発生してしまい集合時間に遅れてしまった（事前に電話で連絡はしていた）のですが、
①別の日時に振り替える
②途中から参加する
のどちらが良いか尋ねられ、当日の遅い時間帯に振り替えることができました。ジップラインは数も多く、長いので非常に楽しかったです！！
オアフ島で申し込めるジップラインとしてはこれが最高な気がします！
ただ、基本的に会話は英語なので、英語である程度受け答えすることは求められます。でも話せなくてもちゃんとフォローしてくれるのでそこまで怖がらなくても大丈夫です。

一点、Googleの地図ですが、ここで掲載されているリンク先が受付ではありません。Googleで付近を見ると２つほど地点が見えると思うのですが、Kamehameha Hwyから近いほうでは無く、少し離れたところが正しい場所になります。北方面から車でアクセスする方は注意してください！
https://goo.gl/maps/KsD5adFLDDWEeJhF9

We participated in this tour as a family (four adults). I'm glad we chose the helicopter without doors. It was thrilling, and without the doors, we had a great view of the scenery!! I was impressed by the incredibly beautiful views, such as Hanauma Bay. The pilot (English only) was also very kind and wonderful! He piloted while explaining important locations. Don't forget to tip the pilot!! If you receive good service, it's nice to give a gratuity.

I strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication, as I think people who are not used to helicopters will definitely get sick! We took motion sickness medication in advance and chose the shorter 30-minute course, but we still felt a little nauseous. Just when I thought I was getting sick, we landed, so it was okay, but if it had been the longer 60-minute course, I might have felt worse.

We also purchased the video recording option, but to be honest, I think it wasn't necessary. There was no audio, and the visuals weren't very clear, so it felt like it wasn't worth the price. Other than that, I was very satisfied! I highly recommend this tour!

私たちは家族（大人４人）でこのツアーに参加しました。ドアなしのヘリコプターを選択して良かったです。スリルがあったし、ドアがないので景色が良く見えました！！ハナウマ湾などすごく美しい景色に感動しました。そして、パイロット（英語のみ）の方もすごく優しくて素晴らしかったです！重要な場所の説明をしながら操縦してくださいました。パイロットさんにチップをあげるのを忘れないでくださいね！！良い対応してもらったらお心付けを渡しましょう。

ヘリコプターに慣れていない人は絶対酔うと思うので、酔い止めを飲むことを強くお勧めします！私たちは酔い止めを事前に飲み、短めの30分コースを選択しましたが、それでも少しだけ酔いました。酔って来たなーと思ったところで、着陸したので大丈夫でしたが、長い60分コースとかだったら気持ち悪くなっていたかもしれません。

私たちはオプションでビデオ録画も買いましたが、はっきりいってこれはいらなかったと思います。音声はないし、映像もあまり鮮明ではなかったので、これでこの値段か・・・って感じでした。それ以外は大満足！すごくお勧めのツアーです！

Great morning fishing. Boat was good and crew were excellent and knowledgeable and always on hand for help and advice for beginners. Overall great experience and would do again.

Overall the experience was great! We arrived a little late and we were still accommodated into the next tour. The tour guides were excellent and staff was extremely kind. The tour was well structured and we took a loop around the entire ranch. The scenery was majestic and I totally recommend.

I was able to fully enjoy the great outdoors at Kualoa Ranch while off-roading. It was a lot of fun driving while taking in the scenery. The guide was also great, taking photos and being considerate by talking to us in English.

However, the dust was quite intense, and I ended up covered in sand, so I would appreciate it if that could be mentioned in the tour's precautions. After the tour, I changed into a fresh outfit.

クアロアランチの大自然をオフロード走行で満喫できました。景色を見ながら運転できてとてもたのしかったです。ガイドさんも写真を撮ってくれたり、英語ですが気遣って話しかけてくれてとても良かったです。
ただ、砂埃がすごくて全身砂まみれになるので、その旨をツアーの注意事項に書いて頂ければと思います。
終わったら全身着替えました。

It was a fun tour riding buggies through the grounds of Kualoa Ranch. I think it's the best tour within Kualoa Ranch. A guide accompanies you, but all explanations at the points are in English, so for Japanese people who are not good at English, you might just have to feel the atmosphere.

The dust is quite intense, and your clothes and bags will get pretty dirty, so you need to be careful about what you wear and bring. Also, be careful when putting on the goggles after attaching them to the helmet, as it can get your face dirty.

クアロアランチの敷地内をバギーで駆け抜ける楽しいツアーでした。クアロアランチ内の行動範囲は、一番のツアーだと思います。ガイドが付きますが、ポイントでの説明は全て英語なので英語が得意でない日本人には、雰囲気で感じ取るしかないかな。
砂埃がすごく、洋服やバックはかなり汚れますので、着ていく服と持ち物には十分に注意が必要です。また、ゴーグルをヘルメットに付けた後に装着すると顔が汚れますので十分に注意してください。

The tour included a Japanese guide, but most participants were from overseas, so the explanations were primarily in English, with occasional translations in Japanese. If you asked questions, they would respond in Japanese. During the trekking, the group gradually spread out at their own pace, so I hardly listened to the explanations in the second half, but I thoroughly enjoyed the magnificent nature and the fresh air around me. I never thought I would go out of my way to experience such impressive nature in Japan, so I'm glad I participated in this tour! For those interested in the Manoa Falls tour, I hope you can enjoy the great outdoors without worrying too much about language or history.

日本語ガイドさん付きでしたが、参加者の方は海外の方が多く基本的には英語、日本語でもちょくちょく解説してくれる感じでした。
質問したら日本語で教えてくれますし、トレッキング中はだんだん団体の間隔がそれぞれのペースで空いてくるので、後半はほとんど解説を聞いてなかったんですが、目の前に広がる大自然と肌に感じる澄んだ空気で全然楽しめました^ ^
日本でなかなかここまで立派な自然をわざわざ感じに行こうとは思わなかったので、参加して良かったツアーです！
マノアの滝ツアーが気になる方は言葉とか歴史とかはあまり気にせず、とにかく大自然をいっぱい堪能してほしいなと思いました^ ^

The directions listed on the voucher did not include guidance from the Haleiwa area, which led to some confusion as I thought I should turn on Einos Rd. I was also flustered because Google Maps provided incorrect directions. When coming from Haleiwa, you should pass Einos Rd, continue for a while, and then turn right at the sign after passing the church on your right. Unfortunately, we encountered rain several times along the way, but the zipline experience itself was very enjoyable, and the staff were friendly. Even though we didn't understand English well, we had a great time.

バウチャーに記載のdirectionはハレイワ方面からの案内は記載されておらずイーノスRdで曲がるものと思い道に迷いました。Google mapでも誤った指示がされたので焦りました。ハレイワから行く際はイーノスRdをパスして暫く教会を右手に通り越して看板を右折です。残念ながら途中で何回か雨に降られましたがジップライン自体は大変さ楽しかったです、スタッフも気さくで英語が分からない自分達も充分に楽しめました。

We participated as a couple in mid-June. Since neither of us speaks any English, we were worried about how it would go, but upon arrival, the check-in guidance and the reception for each activity had a separate announcement saying, "For Japanese speakers, please go this way," so we were able to use the services with peace of mind. The four-wheeler was an automatic vehicle, so we could drive it just like a car in Japan. One thing to note is that while driving, mud and water from the car in front can splash onto you. I think it's better not to wear your favorite white T-shirt.

6月中旬に夫婦で参加させていただきました。
英語が全く話せない2人なので大丈夫かと心配していましたが到着後のチェックインの案内や各アクティビティの受付は『日本語の方はこちらへ〜』と別で案内をしてくれたので安心して利用できました。
四輪バギーはAT車なので日本の車と同じように運転できました。注意点として運転中前の車の泥水がはねてきます。お気に入りの白Tシャツなどは着て行かない方がいいと思います。

Truly a wonderful day on the Road to Hana, thanks to the Shaka Guide App! The app had almost a full 12 hr itinerary set out for my partner and I. We enjoyed every minute of it! There is no way we would have seen all that we did without using the Maui self guided tour by Shaka Guide. Thank you again for a great experience!

Fortunately, all the participants were Japanese, so the Japanese guide provided detailed explanations and took beautiful photos. I was able to enjoy Mauna Kea, which I had wanted to visit once in a lifetime. The weather was bad on the ground, and I was worried, but as the guide said, once we got above the clouds, the new moon allowed us to see the stars clearly, and the wind was gentle, making for a comfortable tour without needing to wear pants.

The only disappointing thing was that I was told the snacks for a member who couldn't participate due to health issues were lost somewhere, so we couldn't hand them out.

幸運にも全員日本人参加者だった為、日本語ガイドさんが、詳しく説明してくれ、写真も綺麗に撮ってくれた。一生に一度行きたかった、マウナ・ケアを堪能できました。地上は天気が悪く、心配してましたがガイドさんのいう通り、雲の上に出れば新月で星も良く見えて、風も弱かったので、ズボンを履かないで快適なツアーでした。
一つだけ残念だったのは、体調不良で参加できなかったメンバーの軽食がどこかで無くなったのでお渡し出来ないと言われたのが残念です。

This was a great hike with our guide Jennifer. She adjusted it to match my kids’ level of interest. She was well prepared with all the supplies including backpacks, snacks, rain gear and jackets. On our visit we got sun and rain and sun and rain. My kids’ were tired so we cut our hike short but it was just enough to have great introduction to the park, and the plants and history around it.

The office where we gathered was very clean, and they provided drinks, snacks, and muffins before and after the experience.

A Japanese person explained the instruments and piloting in Japanese, which was reassuring. Depending on the weather that day, they created a flight plan, and after taking off from Honolulu Airport, we headed north, went west, and returned to Waikiki before landing back at Honolulu Airport.

During the flight, the instructor, Mash, explained various geographical details in simple and easy-to-understand English, allowing me to learn about a new side of Hawaii. He was very kind and a great person. Thank you very much.

During the one-hour flight, I was able to take control of the yoke for about half of the time, and they also issued a flight certificate, which I was very satisfied with. I would like to use this service again the next time I come to Hawaii.

集合した事務所がとても綺麗で、体験前と後に飲み物とスナック、マフィンを出して下さいました。

日本人が日本語で計器や操縦の説明してくださり、安心でした。
当日の天候により、飛行プランを作成してくださり、ホノルル空港離陸の後、ノース方面へ行き、ウエストを経由してワイキキに戻り、ホノルル空港着陸しました。

インストラクターのマッシュさんが飛行中、わかりやすい簡単な英語で、色々地理の事を説明しくださり、新しいハワイを知るこことができました。とても優しくいい方でした。ありがとうございました。

1時間のフライトのうち、半分くらいは操縦桿を任せていたたき、また、フライト証明を発行くださり、大変満足です。
次にハワイに来る機会があれば利用したいと思っています。

I had a great time horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch on Oahu, so I decided to try it again this time. Kualoa is quite touristy, and I felt comfortable using their services even though I don't understand English, but there was no one who spoke Japanese here, which made me a bit anxious and dizzy on the horse. However, the staff were enthusiastic and warm, so I was able to get through safely.

The horses are smart, so I mostly just had to sit there, but going downhill was a bit scary, and I tensed up, resulting in knee pain by the end. During the ride, we were told to put our water and phones in a special bag for safety. Also, since the wind was chilly, it was necessary to wear something over our clothes. I participated in a windbreaker, long pants, and sneakers.

It seemed that wearing a helmet was at my own risk, but I borrowed one. Hats can get blown away by the wind, startling both me and the horse, so wearing a helmet was the right choice. This time, I couldn't fully enjoy the magnificent scenery due to my nervousness and not understanding the instructions, but I definitely want to participate again. The photos taken by the staff along the way were wonderful and became great memories.

オアフ島のクアロア牧場での乗馬が楽しかったので今回挑戦しました。
クアロアは観光化されていて英語がわからなくても安心して利用できましたが、こちらは日本語が話せる方はいなかったので不安のあまり馬の上でくらくらしました。しかしスタッフの方が熱心で温かくフォローしてくださったのでなんとか安全に過ごすことができました。
馬が賢いのでほとんど乗っているだけで大丈夫でしたが、下りは少し怖くて力が入り、終了時は膝が痛かったです。
乗馬時は危険防止のため、水と携帯は専用のバッグにいれるように言われました。また、風がつめたいので、羽織るものも必要です。ウインドブレーカーに長ズボン、スニーカーで参加しました。
ヘルメットは自己責任らしかったでが、私はお借りしました。帽子は風で飛ばされて自分も馬もおどろくので、ヘルメットで正解でした。今回は説明がわからず、緊張したため雄大な景色を堪能できませんでしたが、もう一度ぜひ参加したいです。途中でスタッフの方が撮ってくださった写真は素晴らしく、とてもよい思い出になりました。

Our family of 4 had an amazing time watching the sunset and stargazing with Yoshi! It’s a very special experience that we all enjoyed and won’t soon forget. Yoshi did a great job of making sure everyone was comfortable and adapting to the high altitudes well. He showed us many stars and constellations and provided a lot of details about the island and vegetation. We would definitely recommend this tour!

It was my first time horseback riding, but the guide explained how to ride in the car, so I was able to do it without any difficulty. Riding while looking at the blue ocean was incredibly pleasant! The horses were well-groomed and very obedient.

Unfortunately, I couldn't spot any sea turtles at the beach where they come up for air, but in Haleiwa, I had a reservation at a delicious garlic shrimp restaurant, and it was really tasty. However, there definitely wasn't enough time to visit all the restaurants. I recommend doing some research on what places are available and where to go.

At Dole, the line for the pineapple ice cream was very long, so I think you need to get in line right away after getting off to make sure you can return in time.

初めての乗馬でしたが、車の中でガイドさんが乗り方を説明してくれたので、難なくのれました。青い海を横目に見ながらの乗馬はとにかく気持ちよかったです！馬は綺麗に手入れされ聞き分けの良い子たちでしたよ。
海亀が息継ぎのために顔を出すビーチでは残念ながら目撃できませんでしたが、ハレイワではガーリックシュリンプの美味しい店を予約していただき、そこがとても美味しかったです。
ただ時間が足りなくて、店を回りきれないのは確実です。どんな店があるのか、どこに入るのか下調べしていくことをおすすめします。
ドールではパインアイスが長蛇の列だったので、降りたらすぐに並ばないと時間までに戻れないと思います。