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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。

I would not recommend an unaccompanied (self guided) kayak adventure in Kailua Bay. The in and out of the water is challenging so if you go to a beach or island without someone helping it's a little scary. We went out to one of the small islands. It took about 1.5 hours and we were paddling the entire time. Again, so tricky getting in and out we decided to leave only after about 10mns. Also shallow water if you don't stay close to shore with tons of coral that I saw people pushing on with their paddles which really harms it. It was hard not to though since they sat so close to the surface. Another great reason to have a guide. They would have steered us closer to shore to avoid it all and the stress of realizing we were damaging it.

It was the perfect experience to understand scuba diving. Reda was a patient, knowledgeable and fun instructor. The group caught on quickly and then got to scuba in the lagoon and see coral, fish and sea life. Highly recommend this tour.

My son and I learned so much about the polynesian people and their culture and pride in their ancestry and the spokes person for each island was both funny and informative. I would definitely do this again and the life of breath show was amazing, sat on the front row and a few performers shook our hands after the show!

I reserved a seat in the middle, not in the front row, about seven days ago. An elderly couple from California sat next to me, and we talked about Japan, the culture of Hawaii, and the connection of Okinawan immigrants. The show started with a guitar solo, and at one point, audience members participated in playing the theme song of Five O Hawaii, making it very exciting and enjoyable. Overall, the timing was appropriate, and it was a family-friendly show that also considered Hawaii's history, making it enjoyable even for those who don't understand English. I'm glad I could see such a valuable show on Kalakaua Avenue.

最前列でなく、真ん中の席を7日ほど前に予約していました。隣にカリフォルニアから来られていた老夫婦が座られ、奥様と日本の事、ハワイの文化に沖縄の移民が関係していることなどお話ししました。ショーはギターソロに始まり、途中は客席からもお客さんが参加しFive O Hawaiiのテーマ曲演奏ととてもエキサイティングで和やかなものでした。全体としては時間も適切で、ハワイの歴史も意識したファミリー向けのショーであり、英語がわからない方にも楽しめるものでした。カラカウア通りでこのような価値あるショーが観れてよかったです。

I went to see it on the first day of my arrival. I was in the second row, but since the venue isn't that large, I think you can enjoy it just as much from the back seats. The performance unfolds in eight chapters inspired by stories from Hawaii, and there are also interactive elements that involve the audience, which made me very satisfied.

到着初日に観に行きました。
２列目の席でしたが、会場がそれ程大きくない為、後方の席でも十分楽しめると思います。ハワイの物語にインスパイアされた８つの章が展開され、ユーザー参加型のパフォーマンスもあり大満足です。

Cirque du Soleil has various shows, but the one in Hawaii was a wonderful stage that incorporated Hawaiian dances. There was laughter, and I laughed so much that I felt like my stomach was going to burst. It was also great to be so close to the stage.

シルク・ド・ソレイユは色々ありますが、ハワイでハワイの踊りなどを取り入れたとても素敵なステージでした。
笑いもあり、笑い過ぎてお腹が千切れそうでした。
ステージまでも近くて、とても良かったです。

At first, I honestly thought, "Is this going to be an old-fashioned show?" and didn't have high expectations. However, once I participated, I was completely surprised in a good way. This was not just a tourist event; it was a special experience filled with the essence of Hawaii—the air, warmth, and kindness of the people.

I attended the "VIP Waikiki Luau Buffet & Show." It starts with a buffet-style dinner. Each table is set with plates, and you serve yourself. The beautifully roasted pork and roast beef are cut carefully by the chef right in front of you, creating a lively atmosphere! There’s also a wide variety of fresh salads, yakisoba, grilled chicken, and more, which made my plate overflow.

Before the meal, we were served a welcome Mai Tai. It had a tropical aroma that perfectly matched the Hawaiian atmosphere. With a Mai Tai in hand, a naturally smiling time began.

Amidst this, a local woman appeared with a ukulele. She had the vibe of a lovely neighbor rather than a staff member, and she went around to each table, delivering gentle and warm live performances. Even though it was a short time, being enveloped by her singing and the atmosphere felt like my heart was melting away.

During the meal, hula dancers performed authentic hula right in front of us. Their vibrant yet graceful movements felt like the very essence of the Hawaiian breeze. The dancers were so close that it felt easy to take photos. Additionally, the "Hula Dance Experience Time" started, allowing anyone to join in casually. Invited by the dancers, both children and adults naturally joined the circle, laughing as they experienced the hula steps. The entire venue was wrapped in a warm and cozy atmosphere.

Afterward, we walked about 30 seconds from the dining area to the main show venue. This is where "Rock-a-Hula" truly begins. On stage, impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson appeared! Their singing and dancing were astonishingly high-quality, creating an impression of "living entertainment" that went beyond mere impersonation. Enjoying classic hits from legendary stars with the latest lighting and a powerful live band is truly a unique charm of this show.

Above all, what came through from the performers and staff was their genuine desire for the guests to have a great time. Their thoughtful attention and warm responses were felt in every moment, and before I knew it, my initial impression of "this might be old-fashioned" had completely vanished.

Rock-a-Hula is an experience that transforms a Hawaiian night into a special memory. I highly recommend it to anyone who hasn't been yet; it was a time filled with smiles and happiness.

はじめは正直、「昔ながらのショーかな？」とあまり期待していなかったんです。でも実際に参加してみると、それは完全にいい意味で裏切られました。これは、ただの観光イベントではなく、ハワイの空気や温かさ、人の優しさまでもがぎゅっと詰まった、とっておきの体験でした。

参加したのは「VIPワイキキルアウビュッフェ＆ショー」。まずはビュッフェスタイルのディナーから始まります。各テーブルにはお皿が用意されていて、自分で料理を取りに行くスタイル。豪快にローストされた豚やローストビーフは、シェフが目の前で一枚ずつ丁寧にカットしてくれて、ライブ感満点！ さらにフレッシュなサラダや焼きそば、グリルチキンなど種類も豊富で、思わずプレートが山盛りになってしまいました。

食事の前には、ウェルカムマイタイが一杯ついてきます。これがまたトロピカルな香りで、ハワイの空気にぴったり。マイタイを片手に、自然と笑顔になるような時間が始まります。

そんな中、ふと現れたのがウクレレを抱えたローカルの女性。スタッフというより、まるでご近所の素敵なおばあちゃんといった雰囲気の彼女が、各テーブルをまわりながら、優しくあたたかい音色で生演奏を届けてくれます。短い時間ながら、その歌声と空気に包まれて、心がふわっと解けていくようなひとときでした。

そして、食事中には目の前でフラダンサーたちが本場のフラを披露。華やかでありながらも優美な動きは、まるでハワイの風そのもの。ダンサーとの距離がとても近くて、写真を撮るのも遠慮なくできる雰囲気。さらにその場で始まる「フラダンス体験タイム」は、誰でも気軽に参加できます。ダンサーに誘われて、子どもも大人も自然と輪に加わり、笑いながらフラのステップを体験。会場全体がほんわかとあたたかい空気に包まれました。

その後、食事会場から30秒ほど歩いて本格的なショー会場へ。ここからが「ロック・ア・フラ」の本番です。ステージには、あのエルヴィス・プレスリーやマイケル・ジャクソンのそっくりさんたちが登場！ 歌もダンスも驚くほどの完成度で、ただのモノマネを超えた“生きたエンターテインメント”という印象。往年のスターの名曲を、最新の照明と迫力の生バンドで楽しめるのは、まさにこのショーならではの魅力です。

そして何より、演者やスタッフから伝わってくるのは「お客さんに心から楽しんでもらいたい」という思い。細やかな気配りやあたたかい対応が、すべての瞬間に感じられて、気づけば最初の「古いかも？」という印象はどこかへ吹き飛んでいました。

ロック・ア・フラは、ハワイの夜を特別な思い出に変えてくれる体験です。まだ行ったことのない人にはぜひおすすめしたい、笑顔と幸福感あふれる時間でした。

My husband and I absolutely loved this experience. We got to kayak, snorkel and swim in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The crew was extremely sweet, the live music was phenomenal and the views were breathtaking. We would go back 100%.

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??

We gathered before 6 AM 😅, but our bus driver Javier and instructor Fuko were already preparing even earlier, which was a small inspiration as we started. It took about an hour to reach Waianae in the west. Since it was my first time in the west, I felt a bit anxious, but we boarded the Poseidon with Dolphin University and performed a ritual before entering the sea, then headed out to search for dolphins... At the second spot, we were fortunate to find a pod of dolphins swimming beautifully 🐬✨. When I asked Fuko, she said the water was 1,000 meters deep! I was amazed by the depth of the ocean beyond my imagination! Then, we moved to a depth of 10 meters, where I was once again touched by the sight of honu and many tropical fish 🥹. We even slid down the slide attached to the boat, returning to our childhood... It was a tour filled with so much excitement! ✨

朝6時前の集合😅でも、バスドライバーのハビエルさんやインストラクターの風子さんは、もっと早くから用意してるんだよなぁ、と小さい感動をしながらのスタート。1時間ほどかけて、西のワイアナエまで。西は初めてだったので、ちょっと不安でしたが笑　イルカ大学さんのポセイドンに乗船し、海に入る儀式をしてから、イルカを探しに沖へ…2度目のポイントで見事に群れで泳ぐイルカさん🐬達を見つけてくださいました✨風子さんに聞いたら、水深1000メートルと‼️想像以上の海の深さに感動しました！　そして、移動して水深10メートルにて、ホヌやたくさんの熱帯魚にまたまた感動🥹　船についてる滑り台で、童心に帰ったりして…盛りだくさんのツアーでした✨

We had a wonderful time on this mini cruise to Fern Grotto. We loved hearing about it's history, listening to the music and being entertained by a talented group of people. Every seat was a good one for views and the short walk to the grotto was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this relaxing trip!

We witnessed the amazing beauty of Hawaii and learned the ancient practices that are still used today. What an unbelievable experience!

This was a fantastic snorkeling tour. Very organized. Dan and his wife were very professional and courteous. The equipment was provided, along with water and snacks. Pickup and drop off was very convenient. Thanks for a wonderful adventure!

We had a great experience. The ambience, service, sunset, show and overall experience was excellent. The food was good but not great. I really think that’s just a personal preference for the type of food served. My 9 and 6 year old said it was a highlight of our 12 day activity packed Maui trip. The service was fantastic and the show was so much fun. I will go back if we make it back to Maui

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 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。

I had high expectations and was looking forward to attending, and the show was even more wonderful than I imagined. The venue isn't very large, so I think you can enjoy it from any seat.

期待を高く持ち楽しみに参加しましたが想像以上に素晴らしいショーでした。
会場もそんなに大きくはなくどの席でも十分楽しめると思います。

We all had such a great experience on the tour. Staff were absolutely awesome. Views were stunning!

The venue isn't very large, so the show is very powerful up close. The performers are fascinating, ranging from interesting individuals to those with incredible acting skills, making it a very captivating show. If you go to Hawaii, be sure to see it!

会場がそこまで大きくない分、ショーが真近であるのでとても大迫力です。演者も面白い人から演技の凄い人からとても魅力的なショーなので是非ハワイに行ったら見てください

Even though it's called a sandbar, the sandy beach and sea in the photo are only available during limited times, so be cautious if you plan to visit. Also, the timing was bad, and it was cold. Activities also require waiting in line, so you can't do them at your own pace.

サンドバーといっても写真のイメージの砂浜と海があるのは限られた時期で行く場合は要注意です。あとは時期が悪くて寒かったです。
アクティビティも順番待ちで自分のタイミングで出来るわけではない。

We learned a lot from the trainers. They gave us factual and interesting information. Dolphin and visitor safety is of the utmost importance to them.

As someone who has seen Cirque du Soleil performances in Las Vegas and Japan multiple times, I found the show in Hawaii to be wonderfully stylish in expressing the essence of Hawaii. However, the venue was small and the performance duration was short, which left me feeling somewhat unsatisfied with the overall content. Given that I had a good seat and the price was accordingly high, I felt a bit disappointed, especially since my expectations were quite high.

本場ラスベガスや日本でのシルク・ドゥ・ソレイユの公演を何度も観てきた者として、今回のハワイでのショーは、ハワイらしさがスタイリッシュに表現されていた点はとても素敵でした。ただ、会場の規模が小さく、上演時間も短かったため、全体的な内容としてはやや物足りなさを感じました。良い席で鑑賞したこともあり、それなりの価格でしたが、期待が大きかった分、少し残念に思ってしまいました。

The emerald green sea looked as if bath salts had been added, and it was very beautiful. The water level was up to my waist, but I've heard that it only goes down to ankle depth about two to three times a year. Snorkeling was optional, and my 75-year-old father tried SAP. I floated comfortably on a floatie, and it felt great! The snorkeling group found the outgoing trip easy and enjoyable, but on the way back, they wanted to walk back across the sandbar but were told to turn around. Swimming against the current was very challenging, but they saw a lot of fish, and it was very beautiful and fun.

まるでバスクリンを入れたかのようなエメラルドグリーンの海がとても綺麗でした。
水面が腰の下までありましたが、聞くところによると、足首まで下がることは年に2〜3回らしいです。
シュノーケルは参加してもしなくてもよく、75歳の父がSAPにトライしました。
私は浮き輪でプカプカ浮いてとても気持ちよかった♪
シュノーケル組は、行きは楽で良かったけど、帰りはサンドバーを歩いて帰りたかったがUターンするよう言われ、海流に逆らって泳ぐことがとても大変だったけど、魚がたくさんいてとても綺麗で楽しかったとのことです。

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 was my first time visiting Kauai, even though it was my ninth trip to Hawaii. It was the most enjoyable luau experience I've ever had.

First, after checking in, we were guided on a tram through the beautiful Smith's garden, which features peacocks and more. After that, we watched the imu ceremony and then had our meal.

During the meal, there was a band performance. A tall man who greeted us spoke to us in broken Japanese. He helped guide my husband and me, who were participating individually, to our seats. I later learned that he was Kamika Smith, the organizer. He went up on stage and sang beautifully, leaving us mesmerized. Mrs. Smith also welcomed us. After finishing our meal, we took a nice walk to the stage, which was just the right amount of exercise after eating. There was even a garden that resembled a Japanese garden. It was a beautiful garden.

I had read in the guidebook that the show included not only Hawaiian and Tahitian dances but also dances from other countries, such as New Zealand, Korea, China, Japan, and the Philippines. However, I discovered something when we got there. There were no Chinese or Korean guests that day; my husband and I were the only Asians. The Asian dance presented as a foreign dance was actually the Tokyo Ondo from Japan. I couldn't help but feel that the Smith family must have chosen the music based on where the attendees were from. Instead of Chinese or Korean dances, we had the Tokyo Ondo. I was deeply moved.

The food was delicious, and above all, I was so happy to have had a conversation with Kamika Smith himself and to experience the warm hospitality of the Smith family.

ハワイ9回目にして、初めてのカウアイ島。今まで体験したルアウ・ショーの中で、一番楽しめた体験でした。
　まず、チェックインしたあと孔雀などのいる美しいスミスさんの庭園をトラムで案内していただきます。そのあと、イムの儀式を見て、お食事になります。
　食事の間には、バンド演奏をしていただきます。声をかけてくださった背の高い男性が、片言の日本語で話しかけてくださいました。ツアーの人が多く、個人参加の私たち夫婦を彼が、席に案内してくださいました。日本に帰ってから知ったのですが、彼が、カミカ・スミスさんでした。主催者さんだったのです。彼は、ステージに上がり、歌われたのですが、うっとりするほど、お上手でした。スミス婦人も歓迎してくださいました。食事が終わったあと、ステージまで、歩いていきました。ちょうどいい食事の後の散歩タイムでした。日本庭園のようなものもありました。美しいお庭です。
　ショーは、ハワイアンやタヒチダンスだけでなく、他の国、ニュージーランドや韓国、中国、日本、フィリピンなど多国の踊りもあると事前にガイドブックで知っていましたが、行って初めて知ったことがあります。それは、当日のお客さんに中国や韓国の人はおられず、アジア人は私たち夫婦二人だけでした。外国の踊りとして披露いただいたアジアの踊りは、日本の東京音頭だったのです。スミスファミリーさんは、出席者がどこから来てるのかを見て、選曲されてるとしか思えなかったのです。中国、韓国の踊りでなく東京音頭だったのです。感激しました。
　食事も美味しかったし、何といってもカミカ・スミスさんご本人とお話しできたこと、温かいスミスファミリーのおもてなしに幸せな時間を過ごさせていただきました。

This is my first time visiting Kauai, even though it's my ninth trip to Hawaii. It's the filming location of Elvis Presley's movie "Blue Hawaii." Memories of my youth come rushing back. I've always wanted to visit here, so I'm overwhelmed with emotion.

I came with my husband, and we are a couple aged 70 and 69. It's said that couples who visit here will find happiness. We took a boat tour that lasted 1 hour and 20 minutes round trip. At the fern cave, we landed and enjoyed hula dancing and music.

There were only two other families of Japanese couples and their daughters who were around the same age as us. Although everything was in English, we had no trouble communicating.

It was a romantic and sacred-feeling place. I tried to upload photos, but unfortunately, I couldn't.

ハワイ9回目にして初めてのカウアイ島。
エルビスプレスリーの映画「ブルーハワイ」のロケ地。
青春の思い出が蘇ってきます。一度訪れてみたいと思っていたので、感無量です。
夫と二人で来ました。70才と69才の夫婦。ここを訪れたカップルは幸せになれるとか、言われています。船に乗って、往復で1時間20分のツアーでした。シダの洞窟では、上陸してフラダンスや音楽を鑑賞しました。
日本人は、私たち夫婦と同じ年代のご夫婦と娘さんのご家族の二組だけでした。
英語だけですが、言葉の不自由はないです。
ロマンチックで、かつ、神聖な感じのする場所でした。
写真が、アップしようとしたのですが、できなくて残念です。

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 is absolutely a bucket list trip that everyone should take. It’s an amazing place with the USS Arizona Memorial and the tragedy of WWII. Finishing with the USS Missouri.

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!!