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I wasn't very confident participating because I don't understand English well, but the cruise while viewing the Diamond Head from the boat and the sunset scenery became a wonderful memory! The Mai Tai cocktail was also delicious! I would love to join again when I go to Hawaii!

英語があまりわからずで参加でしたので少し不安がありましたが、船から見るダイヤモンドベッドや、夕日が沈む景色を見ながらのクルーズは素敵な思い出になりました！カクテルのマイタイも美味しかった！ハワイに行った時はまた参加したいです！

We participated in a two-hour horseback riding experience with three family members. The pickup was a bit early at 7:30 AM, but it was quite popular, with two large buses completely full (a group of people going to Kualoa Ranch, not just for horseback riding).

Upon arrival, the Japanese group gathered with a Japanese staff member who explained the starting procedures, shops, and restrooms. We were informed that only a waist bag could be worn while riding (backpacks are not allowed; smartphones and drinks can be placed in a bag attached to the saddle), so we needed to use a locker. However, when I tried to pay with a card, the touch sensor was overly sensitive, and I couldn't complete the transaction, but the Japanese staff member helped me out. In the end, I paid with cash... $5 felt a bit steep.

After that (from here, it was in English), we reviewed the safety instructions, signed a consent form, watched a Japanese explanation video, and then began riding. I had never done proper horseback riding before, but the horses were smart and moved in a single file. My elementary school daughter had no trouble at all.

We walked slowly through the forest and entered the world of Jurassic World. Besides horseback riding, there were buggies, buses, and bicycles, but the horses leisurely moved through the backyard where those vehicles couldn't go. So, the buggy group looked like a gang of speeders!

Honestly, I didn't remember much about Jurassic World, but the weather was nice, and the scenery was magnificent and beautiful, which was moving. The horseback riding didn't cover all the filming locations of the movie, so for those who want to visit the filming sites, I think it's better to join a dedicated tour (by bus?).

The two hours flew by! The horse I rode, Dino, was a bit crazy and often stopped or tried to turn around, but it was still very comfortable. Each horse has its own personality.

As expected, when getting off the horse, my legs didn't move well, and I felt a bit wobbly. My backside was a little sore too! We had lunch before the return bus, but surprisingly, there wasn't much time.

While I thought a buggy ride would be nice next time, the scenery and atmosphere while horseback riding was truly an exceptional experience, so I would love to go again.

家族3人で2時間の乗馬体験に参加しました。
朝7:30と少し早いピックアップでしたが、大型バス2台が満員の人気振り。
（乗馬に限らずクアロアランチに行く人達の集団）
到着すると日本人グループは日本人スタッフの方に着いて集合し、それぞれの開始方法やお店、トイレの説明をしてもらえます。
乗馬はウエストバッグしか付けられない（リュックとかはダメ。スマホや飲み物は鞍に付けられる袋を借りて入れられます）とのことで、ロッカーに入れる必要があるんですが、カードで払おうとするとタッチセンサーの感度がよすぎてうまく払えなく、ここも日本人スタッフの方がお手伝いしてくれました。結局、紙幣で払ったんですが・・・。5ドルはちょっと高いな。
その後（ここからは英語）注意事項を見て、同意のサインして、日本語の説明ビデオを見て乗馬開始。
ちゃんとした乗馬したことはなかったんですが、お馬さんはかしこいのでちゃんと1列で進んでくれます。小学生の娘でも全然平気。
ゆっくり歩いて森の中を進み、ジュラシックワールドの世界へ。
乗馬以外にバギーやバス、自転車が走っていますが、馬はそれらが入れないバックヤードをのんびり進んでいきます。なのでバギー隊が暴走族に見えますw
正直ジュラシックワールドはあんまり覚えてなかったですがw、天気もよく、景色が壮大で綺麗だったので感動しました。
乗馬は映画のロケ地を全部回る訳ではなかったので、ロケ地巡りがしたい方はそれ専用のツアー（バス？）に行かれた方がいいと思います。
2時間はあっという間！
私の乗った馬、ディノ君はクレージーだったらしく、よく立ち止まったり、Uターンしようとしたりしましたが、全然快適でした。個性ありますよね。
お約束は馬から降りるときに足がうまく動かず、がくっとなります。おしりも少し痛いw
帰りのバスまではお昼ご飯食べてましたが、意外と時間は少なかったです。
次はバギーもいいなと思いつつ、乗馬しながらのあの景色、雰囲気は本当に格別な体験だったのでまた行きたいと思いました。

What a great excursion. Yes, we saw whales!! Very friendly, accommodating, and organized crew. Captain Mike a true professional with a sense of humor-thank you. Very convenient beach boarding in A-Bay (Waikoloa Resort), which for us was so nice not having to drive down the coast. Cheers

We had a great time with Micky. My family and I enjoyed our first snorkeling experience in Hawaii.

The weather was cool, cloudy, windy and even a little rainy. We still had a great time. The music was amazing! The food was good, and served shortly after we left the dock. The boat provided protection from the elements. The crew was fun and friendly. When we arrived on the sandbar we were able to kayak, and paddle board. There was a large area of buoys they asked us to stay within. They had lifeguards in the water with us. They had us wait to snorkel and recommended a very specific spot to snorkel. I was confused at first, but they knew what they were doing. The sun came out, the tide came up a bit, the variety of fish was amazing. As soon I would drift out of the recommended area the coral and fish were less plentiful. Our group of 8 had a great time, and if the weather had been nice 5 wouldn't be enough stars. The music alone was work the price. Don't hesitate to book this trip.

My first helicopter experience.
When I made the reservation, I chose the doorless option without hesitation. It was amazing to enjoy the unobstructed views of Hawaii's stunning scenery.
One thing to note is that, depending on the weather, it can be very cold. Make sure to dress warmly.

人生初のヘリコプター。
予約時、迷わずドアなしを選択。やっぱり遮るものがない、ハワイの絶景を楽しめました。
一つ言うと、天気もありますが非常寒いです。防寒はしっかりして行ってください。

Everyone should be so fortunate to experience this cruise - Na Pali is Majestic and beyond Beautiful, the entire ride over was relaxing, and the crew were informative, funny and passionate about sharing the wonders of the place they call home. This IS paradise. Go on this cruise, you will never forget this wonderous, magical place and you will feel blessed to have experienced it at least once in your life. Enjoy!!!!

We were so fortunate to have our guide all to ourselves. He was so informative, patient, and watchful to make sure we had the best experience. The kayaking was challenging but Fun!!, The Hike to the waterfall was also challenging!! Never crossed a small river hanging on to a rope!!! It was Amazing!!!! You haven't really lived until you have lived this Adventure!! 100% worth every minute and every penny!! This was a birthday present for our son and it wound up being a present for all of us.

The Oahu Island tour was perfect for seeing a lot of the island. I appreciated that the group was smaller than some of the other tour companies we saw riding around- it allowed us to have a more personal experience. Our tour guide, John, was a wealth of knowledge about the island, its history, and its residents, and I enjoyed spending the day with him! John’s trained eye also helped us find turtles during our stop, which was a huge help! This tour was a good mix of everything - from local food to breathtaking views. I would recommend this tour be one of your first stops on your visit to Oahu, as there are many things you see along your drive that you may want to revisit during your trip (and your guide can help you determine which ones are worth your money!)

Our Makana tour with Capt Mike, Lionel and his brother was AMAZING. The crew was friendly, energetic, full of historical facts and catered to every person's needs. The boat was sturdy and powered across the Pacific with ease and no one got seasick In fact, it was almost like a roller coaster ride at times and so much fun. We had the perfect "winter summer day" with great conditions for snorkeling, going inside a sea cave and heading close to shore. We highly recommend this tour and will absolutely do it again when we return. It was the best part of our vacation and we loved every minute!

We participated in the Thursday evening show after searching for various options at the request of my child who wanted to see a fire dance. There were some Japanese attendees, but the majority were foreigners.

The venue was about 60% full, and even though we arrived about 10 minutes before the show started, we were able to sit quite close to the front. The seating was not reserved, so it was first come, first served.

I looked into other tours as well, but since the fire dance itself only lasts about 5 minutes out of the total show time of over an hour, I chose this tour because it seemed to have a structure that would keep us entertained without getting bored.

In addition to the Hawaiian-themed show, the singing and dancing performances by impersonators of Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley were spectacular, and even though I wasn't a big fan of theirs, I enjoyed it very much.

There was also an announcement that photography during the show was allowed, and everyone was taking pictures and videos all around. After the show, the performers, including Michael and Presley, came out to the lobby for individual photos and handshakes.

Many young foreigners in their teens and twenties were also asking for photos and handshakes, which made me feel once again the greatness of Michael and Presley. It was an affordable show that was highly enjoyable even for those who are not fans, and it exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend it!

ファイヤーダンスを見たいとの子供のリクエストでいろいろ探した上で木曜日夜の部に参加。日本人もいたが、大半の参加者は外国人だった。
会場内は6割くらいの入りで、開演10分くらい前の入場だったが結構前の席に座ることができた。席は指定ではなく、早い者勝ちの様子。
他のツアーも調べたが全体1時間超のショー時間のうちファイヤーダンス自体は5分程度なので、飽きることなく楽しめそうな構成のものということでこのツアーを選択。
ハワイアンなショーに加え、マイケルジャクソンとエルビスプレスリーのそっくりさんによる歌とダンスパートが圧巻で、特に彼らのファンでもなかったがとても楽しめた。
またショーの撮影もokとアナウンスあり、みんなそこかしこで写真や動画撮影をしていた。
終了後、マイケルやプレスリーら出演者がロビーに出てきて個別撮影や握手に応じてくれた。
外国人の10〜20代くらいの若者も多くが写真や握手を求めており、改めてマイケルやプレスリーの偉大さを感じさせた。
手頃な値段で特にファンでなくても大いに楽しめた、予想以上に楽しめるおすすめのショーだった。

I reserved the beginner course starting at 9:30. The overall explanation upon arrival was handled by staff who spoke Japanese. After that, we split into different tour groups, and from there, all communication was in English. However, the instructions for riding the bicycle were provided in a video with Japanese subtitles, so there were no particular issues.

The bicycles were equipped with electric assist, providing enough power, but since the terrain was quite rough, it required careful riding, which was somewhat tiring. There were breaks approximately every 15 minutes, and we stopped at scenic spots for photos.

The day we participated was clear, so there were no problems, but if it rained, the bicycles, which lacked mudguards, would likely cause a lot of mud splatter. I didn't need to change clothes at all.

Although it mentioned that tips were separate, no one in our group, which included foreigners, gave any. After the 2-hour tour, we had lunch and checked out souvenirs at the facility before taking the 1:00 PM bus back. There were almost no facilities for strolling or passing the time inside, so I think the reserved time was the best.

Please note that JCB is not accepted at the facility, so be careful.

9:30〜の初級者コースを予約。
到着後の全体説明は日本語話せるスタッフが担当してくれた。その後は各参加ツアーごとに分かれるがそこからは日本語一切なしのやり取りに。ただし自転車の乗り方などは日本語字幕付きのビデオなので特に困ることはない。
自転車は電動アシスト付きでパワーも十分だが、それなりの悪路なので結構慎重な運転が続くためまぁまぁ疲れる。休憩は15分おきくらいにあり、景色の良い撮影スポットで止まってくれる。
我々の参加した日は快晴だったので問題なかったが、雨だと泥除けのない自転車なので泥跳ねがすごそう。着替えも全く必要なかった。
チップ別とあったが外国人も含む我々のグループでは誰も渡していなかった。
2時間のツアー後、施設内でランチ&お土産チェックをしてから13:00のバスで帰路に。施設内には散策や時間潰せるような設備はほぼないため、今回の予約時間がベストタイムと思う。
なお施設内ではJCBが使えないので要注意。

I had a wonderful experience. If I understood English... it would have been incredibly fun ❤️ However, there were two Japanese staff members, so I didn't have any trouble on-site.

素敵な体験ができました。
英語がわかれば…最高に最高に楽しいと思います❤️ですが、日本語スタッフさんが2人いたので、現地で困ることはなかったです。

I have participated before, but the sandbar wasn't very prominent, and it was disappointing because it looked different from the photos... I wonder if it was the wrong time of day...

前にも参加したことあるのですが、サンドバーがあまり出ていなくて、写真と違うので残念でした…時間帯が悪かったのかな…

I was a bit anxious because I saw some unsatisfactory reviews for the week I was participating, but it turned out to be great. There was music during the trip, and we got to do stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling—all for a very reasonable price. It was my first time seeing fish swimming up close in the ocean. It was truly moving. I actually wanted to go to the heavenly sea, but I was very satisfied with this experience. I was grateful that I was able to make a last-minute reservation. All the staff were very cheerful and kind. I want to participate again!

私が参加する週で、あまり満足のいっていない口コミを見かけたのでドキドキしましたが、とても良かったです。行き帰りは演奏がありサップ、カヤック、シュノーケル全て行いこのお値段はとても良かったです。初めて海でお魚が泳いでいるところを間近に見ました。感動です。本当は天国の海に行きたかったのですが、こちらでとても満足しました。ギリギリの予約でも間に合ったのでありがたかったです。スタッフのみなさんもとても愉快で優しい人ばかりでした。また参加したい！！

this was really fun with a lot of photo ops during, we loved this day to explore the gorgeous valley of Kualoa!

We loved the day, however we would consider bumping up to a private tour guide next time

Quick easy pick up and drop off, the tour guide does not go in the park with you however!

Lots of new things learned at my stop to the Pearl Harbor grounds! The tour guide as well detailed a lot of useful information to and from the grounds

Great thing to do with a bigger family, kept all the kids together and busy all on 1 boat!

Stay at King Kam so this evening was an easy evening on grounds. Show was really great, food was good too

great evening swimming with these giant gorgeous creatures, we got lucky with the abundance who came around to play!

quick day on the water, nice as it does not take up your full day, but gives you a good safe way to snorkel for a few hours!

We got to see so many fabulous Hana waterfalls from above, so gorgeously large and breathtaking! Lunch was an extreme bonus to this already amazing day

Gorgeous day on the water, I liked how this one goes all the way over to Lanai versus Molokini area!

We had the most AMAZING time ziplining!! It was a little rainy/misty but that didn't take away from the experience at all! The crew was informative, funny and put our safety as their number one priority.

It was very early and quite cold, but it was beautiful and a great experience! I was very satisfied with the free canoeing and SUP, and the live performances of Aloha and The Beatles on the boat!

朝早くてとても寒かったですが、とても綺麗でいい経験ができました！
カヌーやSUPも無料ででき、船の上では生演奏のアロハやビートルズが聞けて大変満足しました！

The buggy experience itself was amazing! However, I got caught in a sudden downpour and ended up soaking wet (laughs). They sell ponchos at the shop, but they're really basic, so I strongly recommend bringing your own poncho from Japan if you're planning to participate. You never know when or where a downpour might happen. Also, you will get really dirty, so I highly recommend wearing dark-colored clothes.

バギー体験自体は最高！ただ、突然のスコールにみまわれたため、びしょ濡れ(笑)ポンチョが売店に売ってるけど、本当に簡易的なので、参加予定の人は日本のポンチョの持参を強くおすすめします。スコールはいつどこで起こるか本当に解らないので。また、めちゃめちゃ汚れます。そのため、黒ベースの服を着ていくことを強くお勧めします。

We had a great time. Although we couldn't speak any English at all, we were able to communicate without any problems thanks to body language and the clear, slow words used! We definitely want to go again next time.

とっても楽しかったです。
英語は全く喋れない私達でしたが、ボディーランゲージとゆっくり単語をわかりやすく言ってくれて問題なくできました‼️
次もまた絶対行きたいです

Since I was in Hawaii, I wanted to see a show at least once, and I was torn between the Chief's Luau, the Polynesian Show, and Rock-A-Hula. The deciding factor was the location. I stayed at Waikiki Grove, which was about a 10-minute walk away, making access excellent.

The backstage tour was guided by an actual stage manager, who made it entertaining. Since the tour is conducted in English, I thought it would be more enjoyable if you have some understanding of the show's overview (the English was quite simple, so I think you can grasp it to some extent).

The tour includes a commemorative photo with a star, but the photo is taken in the star's green room during the backstage tour, and there wasn't a special time set aside for photos with the stars. However, you do receive a proper commemorative photo! Of course, after the show, you can line up like the other participants to take pictures as well!

The show venue is air-conditioned and can get quite cold, so please be sure to bring a cardigan.

せっかくのハワイなので一回はショーを見たいと思い、コーブルルアウかポリネシアンショーか、ロックアフラかで迷っていました。
決め手は立地です。ワイキキグローブに泊まりましたが徒歩10分ほど、アクセスが抜群によかったです。
バックヤードツアーは実際の舞台マネージャーが面白く案内してくれました。英語での案内になるので、ある程度ショーの概要はわかっている方が楽しめるかなと思いました(かなり易しい英語でしたのでなんとなくは理解できると思います)
スターとの記念写真が含まれてますが、
バックヤードツアーで訪れるスターの控え室(グリーンルーム)での写真で、スターとの写真は特に特別時間が設けられてるわけではなかったです。記念写真はちゃんとしたものが頂けました！もちろんショー終了後、他の参加者と同様列にならんで写真はとれましたよ！

ショー会場内は冷房がきいて寒いのでカーディガンはぜひお持ちください