Reviewed by: うまにあ
Horseback riding can be enjoyed all over the world, and I make sure to experience it wherever I travel. While most clubs typically offer just a basic riding experience, this one responded to our requests and allowed us to canter.
We chose the standard 60-minute course with our guide and the two of us, making a total of three people. At one point, my husband, who has only ridden three times, expressed his desire to try running a bit! The guide happily agreed and took us cantering through the hilly forest right away. After that, we cantered in a wide highland, enjoying an incredible riding experience that you can't find at other tourist riding clubs.
Since we cantered, we ended up with some extra time, so they took a longer route back, and the scenery along the way was absolutely stunning.
Not only was I thrilled that we could canter, but I was also impressed by how incredibly well-trained the horses were. I think many horses at riding clubs often disregard their riders, but the horses here were very responsive! With just a light touch of my legs, they would transition from a walk to a canter!
If you go to Hawaii, you definitely should stop by this place! The donkey was also super cute! The girl who took photos for us captured wonderful pictures, so I think it's a great idea to buy some as souvenirs!
乗馬は世界中で楽しめるので、旅行先では必ず体験しています。
ほとんどのクラブが体験乗馬で終わる事が多いなか、こちらはリクエストに応えて駈足を出してくれました。
ガイドさんと私達2名、計3名で通常の60分コースを選択。
途中、3度しか乗馬経験のない主人が少し走ってみたい!とリクエストしたところ、ガイドの女の子は清くOKしてくれ起伏のある森の中をすぐに駈足してくれました。
その後も広い高原に出て駈足をしたり、他の観光乗馬クラブでは体験出来ないような素晴らしい乗馬をさせて頂きました。
駈足をしたせいで時間が余ってしまったということで、遠回りをして帰ってくれたのですがその途中の景色がとても素晴らしかったです。
今回駈足ができたこともさることながら、馬が驚くほど素晴らしく調教されていることに感動しました。どこの乗馬クラブの馬も大抵乗り役を馬鹿にして反応しないことが多いと思いますが、こちらのお馬さんはとっっっても反応が良いです!!足が触れるくらいの扶助で並足→駈足が出ます!
ハワイに行ったら絶対立ち寄って欲しいです♪
ロバもとっても可愛かった~♪
カメラマンの女の子が素晴らしい写真を撮ってくれるので思い出に買うのも良いと思います!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/1時間コース |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/26 |
Reviewed by: Evan
We had a wonderful time horseback riding on the beach. We enjoyed lovely conversation with fellow attendees and wranglers. Shelby and Alex made this experience one to remember.
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| Packages: | Standard Daytime Horseback Rides |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Rene'
Our beach front and trail ride was outstanding. Our guide, Monique, was very nice and made our ride really enjoyable. It was much more than we expected...the views, the weather, the scenery and the horses were all above par! I would recommend this for anyone. Don't let the casual appearance at check in worry you...it's all part of the charm.
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| Packages: | Standard Daytime Horseback Rides |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/25 |
Reviewed by: JB12
This was a very nice birthday surprise from my wife. I've never gone horseback riding and my wife booked us a family tour and it was GREAT! I was scared at first because I've never rode a horse before, but our Ranglers Tate and Jayden were superb on showing us how to do everything! Tate and Jayden were outstanding. I would definitely ride again with them. They ensured our safety at all times which was a huge plus for me. The ride was amazing, relaxing, beautiful and calming. I could not have asked for a better birthday gift. Not only was the ride great but we all learned some things about horses. Our horses were great also! Def one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii! We really had an Awesome time!
Mahalo for taking the time to review your horseback riding experience!!! Happy Birthday! So fun to hear that the whole family got to enjoy a ride. We will be sure to let Tate and Jayden know. Hope to see you again when you come back. Mahalo
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special - Scenic Ride [1 hour] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Marinesa Baez
OMG! I booked this tour for my husband's birthday today. It was simply amazing. Initially he was a little apprehensive, but once we started riding he really enjoyed the ride. Our guide was simply the BEST (Tate) He was very informative and knew so much about the ranch and the horses. He made the ride so much fun! We also enjoyed (Jayden) who was our other guide. We can't wait to go back because we will definitely be coming back here to do another tour. The scene was beautiful although it rained some of our ride we still enjoyed it and had a blast!! They make sure you are comfortable and are enjoying every minute of it. It was our kids first time riding as well. They had so much fun until they would like to get horses themselves now. You CAN'T go to North Shore and not do this activity!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special - Scenic Ride [1 hour] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Cowboy Cerrone
Beautiful Ride! We just missed the hurricane that was forecasted to hit the island. There was no rain and the weather was fantastic. We did the beginner ride which took about an hour. We were able to see other animals on the farm. The farm is massive; over 600 acres I believe. Next time I would like to do the intermediate or advanced ride. The staff was very professional and polite. The tour guide was kind enough to give us a background of the history of the farm. I would definitely return and recommend to anybody that this horseback ride was beautiful and romantic. Try the sunset ride if you go with your significant other :)
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special - Scenic Ride [1 hour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Rosemary Quiroz
The scenic tour was gorgeous. Garrett was an excellent tour guide and was very informative. The staff at the ranch are very friendly and professional. I would totally recommend this place.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special - Scenic Ride [1 hour] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Megan NZ
I booked this for my teenage daughter and I and we loved it!
The ranch is gorgeous and the scenery was amazing. The horses are beautiful and well cared for and the staff are patient and really nice.
Would definitely recommend this to anyone. We did the 1 1/2 hour scenic ride which is perfect for beginners and riders with minimal experience.
Mahalo for taking the time to write a review. We appreciate it so much. Happy to hear you enjoyed your mother / daughter time. We hope to see you again soon.
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| Packages: | Premium Daytime Scenic Ride (1.5 Hour) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/26 |
Reviewed by: あっきー
It took about an hour and a half to arrive without getting lost from Waikiki. I was really anxious since it was my first time renting a car and I wasn't used to the navigation system, but I was relieved to find it in such an easy-to-find location. I was about ten minutes late for the meeting time, which pushed past the scheduled start time, but we were able to start horseback riding without any issues. There were no Japanese staff or participants who spoke Japanese, but as long as you know some basic English words, communication wasn't a problem.
The ranch is very spacious, and there are plenty of animals like goats and birds roaming around, which is quite soothing. The horseback riding lasted an hour and a half, and for someone who hasn't ridden in a while, it was a sufficient amount of time to the point where my backside started to hurt. When we reached the top of the mountain, we were able to see the ocean, which was a beautiful spot for photos.
I enjoyed horseback riding at a leisurely pace, and on the way back, we were able to stop by the nearby North Shore. Compared to other optional tours where you have to stick to a schedule with others, this experience allowed us to move at our own pace, making for a day that felt relaxed both in mind and time. If I were to go horseback riding in Hawaii again, I would definitely want to come back here.
ワイキキからレンタカーで1時間半ほどで迷わず到着しました。
初めてのレンタカーでナビにも慣れないままのレンタカーでとても不安だったのですが本当に分かりやすい場所にありホッとしました。
集合時刻に10分ほど遅れて予定開始時刻を過ぎましたが問題なく乗馬を開始できました。
スタッフや他の参加者に日本人や日本語が通じる方はいないのですが、最低限の英単語を知っていれば会話も問題なかったです。
牧場はとても広く、ヤギや鳥など動物もたくさん放牧されていて癒されます。
1時間半の乗馬でしたが久々に乗馬をしたわたしはお尻が痛くなるほどの十分な時間の乗馬でした。
山の頂上へ行くと海が見えるとてもきれいな場所で写真も撮って頂けました。
時間たっぷり乗馬を楽しめ、帰りは近くのノースショアへ立ち寄ることができ、他の方と行動を共にするオプショナルツアーよりこちらの方が自分たちのペースでゆっくり自由に行動ができ、心にも時間にも余裕のあった1日でした。
ハワイで乗馬をするならまたここでしたいです。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/28 |
Reviewed by: Donald Engle
My wife and I had a wonderful time riding horse along the beautiful beach. The guide was very helpful and informative. I would definitely recommend this adventure to friends and anyone looking to go horseback riding.
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| Packages: | Daytime Private Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/11 |
Reviewed by: nanati
The 2-hour horseback riding experience was extremely satisfying. The horses were well-trained and seemed to remember the course, so I could ride comfortably without needing excessive control. Along the way, I could see the ocean and filming locations, which offered stunning views!
2時間の乗馬体験はとっても大満足でした。馬達は良く調教されていて、コースを覚えているようで、必要以上のコントロールは必要なく安心して乗ることができました。途中で海が見えたり映画の撮影場所が見れたり、絶景でした!
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/10 |
Reviewed by: オオウチ
I rode at Sweetheart for two days on July 11 and 12 (the canter course was an additional $10). It takes about two hours to get there from Ala Moana by The Bus. There were a lot of children, possibly because Hawaii's schools are on summer break. When we arrived, there was no one at the reception. After informing a wandering person that we had a reservation, a staff member came out, and we signed a waiver before preparing the horses. The four of us enjoy riding outside both domestically and internationally, so we came here intending to gallop. As expected, we were able to ride at speeds of 40 km or more. However, I think it's important to inform the guide about the speed you are comfortable with, as it can be dangerous if you haven't experienced this level of speed beforehand. The canter within the riding club is limited to about 20 km, which feels like shifting from third to fourth gear in a car. We had lunch on a hill overlooking the North Shore, but the lunch box in the horse's saddle pocket got all mixed up due to the up-and-down vibrations. On the second day, we decided not to bring lunch and ate after returning. Also, the stirrups are often too long for Japanese riders, so if they don't fit, it's important to adjust them (or switch to a child’s saddle if adjustments aren't possible) to avoid falling off during canter or gallop. I believe it's better to communicate, even in broken English, regarding speed and other matters, as accidents are the rider's responsibility. Compared to riding in Japan, the sense of freedom is completely different, making it an excellent ranch for those who want to ride fast. (The walking course is just for walking, and the canter course is optional.) It's a pity that the time for each course is predetermined, limiting the options available.
7/11,12の2日間スイートハート(キャンターコースはオプションで$10アップでした)で騎乗。The Busでアラモアナから2時間で行けます。ハワイの学校が夏休みに入ったのか子供たちがいっぱい。我々が着いても受付に誰もいません。うろうろしている人に「予約している」と告げるとスタッフが出てきて免責の書面に各人サインしてから馬の準備。我々4人は内外地で外乗で走ることを楽しんでいますので、ここでもギャロップで走るつもりで来ました。内容は予想通り40Kmかそれ以上のスピードで走ることが出来ました。ただし、事前にこの程度の速度を経験していないと危険ですので、ガイドさんにはどの程度で走るかを指示しておく必要があると思います。乗馬クラブのラチ内での駈足は20Km位までですので車で言うとギアが3速から4速に上がる感じです。途中ノースショアの景色を見下ろせる丘でランチですが、馬のゼッケンのポケットに入れてあったランチボックスの中が上下の振動でグチャグチャになっていました。2日目はランチを持って行かないで戻ってから食事にしました。また、鐙は日本人には長すぎることが多いので、自分に合わない場合は妥協しないで調節(調節出来ない場合は子供用の鞍に替えてもらう)しないとキャンター、ギャロップでは落馬につながります。速度の点も含めて片言ででも英語で意思疎通が出来た方が良いと思います。事故は自己責任ですので。日本での外乗と比べて解放感がまったく違い、速く走りたい方には絶好の牧場です。(歩くコースは歩くだけ、キャンターコースはオプションです)コースによって時間が決まっており選択の巾が少ないのが残念です。
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| Packages: | 貸切 昼食付きコース(2時間) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Emma
This 2 hour ride was awesome. Our guide was friendly and helpful. She really cared about the horses who were all very healthy and happy. Our guide gave us lots of information and even picked some fresh guava for us to eat. The setting was breathtaking. A real holdiay highlight.
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Horseback Ride with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/23 |
Reviewed by: satokito
I wanted to visit the filming location of Jurassic Park, so I joined a two-hour tour starting at 11:00. The views of the mountains, grasslands, and the beautiful ocean were absolutely wonderful.
The horses were very well trained and took us on a leisurely stroll. Our group consisted of six people: my husband and I, one Japanese woman, and a family of three from Australia, along with one female staff member.
Perhaps because there were many Japanese tourists, the riding staff spoke a minimal amount of Japanese (like "danger," "please go right/left," "straight," etc.), so I think even those who are not good at English will manage.
I was told that we couldn't take any bags while riding, so I didn't bring my smartphone, but I regretted that decision. I thought if I had brought it with a strap around my neck, I could have easily taken photos with one hand. (It’s okay to hold the smartphone with one hand for photos, but you must hold the reins with the other hand, or you’ll quickly be warned in broken Japanese with "danger.")
Right after we started our walk, the staff took individual photos for us, but they cost $15 each. Since they were printed quickly, the quality wasn't great. I hesitated for a moment about buying one since I didn’t take any photos while riding, but ultimately decided against it.
For our belongings, we received a key for a coin locker ($5 each) at the ticket office, but when we arrived, all the lockers were already full, so they kindly stored our things for free in a room at the ticket office.
There were also souvenirs, a food court, and a smoking area. I bought half a papaya ($2) from the food court's refrigerator, which was ready to eat, and it was perfectly ripe and delicious after the ride!
Fortunately, we had great weather and enjoyed ourselves, but even with the 11:00 start, it was a bit hot walking in the sun on the grasslands without shade (though there were occasional shaded spots that felt nice and cool). A sun visor, hat, and sunglasses are essential, and make sure to wear a hat that won't blow away in the wind.
If you're driving from Waikiki, I highly recommend bringing a swimsuit and towel. The ocean below while riding was truly beautiful, and I wished I could stop by the beach on the way back! There were several families playing at the beach, though I'm not sure if they were locals. However, please be cautious as the waves can be quite strong; while bodyboarding might be fun, just floating around isn't advisable.
This tour is really a slow stroll, so it might be a bit lacking for experienced riders (intermediate or advanced). I thought maybe a one-hour course would be fine next time, but after swaying on the horse's back for two hours, I felt very relaxed and even a bit sleepy towards the end. I recommend the two-hour course for a leisurely and relaxing experience.
P.S. I didn't have much muscle soreness the next day.
ジュラシックパークの撮影場所まで行ってみたくて、11:00からの2時間コースに参加しましたが、山と草原、素晴らしい海も見えて、とっても良かったです。
お馬さん達はとても良くトレーニングされており、ゆっくりパカパカお散歩してくれました。
私たち夫婦の他に日本人女性1名、オーストラリアからのご家族3名の合計6名で1グループとなり、女性のスタッフ1名が同行されました。
日本人の観光客が多いからか、乗馬のスタッフの方々は必要最低限の日本語(あぶない、右へ/左へ行ってください、まっすぐ、等)を話しましたので、英語が苦手な方でもなんとかなるとは思います。
乗馬の際、荷物は持って行けないとのことでしたので、スマホも携帯しませんでしたが、持って行けばよかったと後悔しました。ポケットから落としたりしたらいけませんので、首からストラップをかけてスマホを持って行けば、さっと片手で写真撮影できたな、と思いました。
(片手でスマホを持ち写真撮影はOKとのこと、もう片方の手は必ず手綱を持っていないとすぐにカタコト日本語で「あぶなぁい」と注意されます。)
お散歩スタート直後に、牧場のスタッフが一人ずつ写真を撮ってくれますが、1枚15ドルでした。当然スピード印刷ですので、画質はよくありません。乗馬中の写真はひとつも撮らなかったので、一瞬買おうかと迷いましたが、やめておきました。
荷物は、チケットオフィスでコインロッカー(1つ5ドル)の鍵をもらい、すぐ近くにあるロッカーに保管出来ますが、我々が行った時にはロッカーはすでに満杯で、チケットオフィスのお部屋で無料で預かってくれました。
お土産やフードコート、喫煙所もありました。フードコートの冷蔵庫に、すぐに食べられる状態のパパイヤ半分(2ドル)が売られていたので乗馬後に頂きましたが、ちょうど食べごろでとっても美味しかったです!
ありがたいことにお天気に恵まれ、楽しめましたが、11:00スタートでも木陰がない草原を歩いている時は日が当たって少し暑かったです(でもちょこちょこ木陰があり、そこは涼しくて気持ちよかったです)。サンバイザーや帽子、サングラスは必須です、風がありますので、飛ばされないような帽子をどうぞ。
ワイキキから車で行かれる方は、是非水着とタオルを持って行かれたら良いと思います。
乗馬中に眼下に広がる海は本当にとてもきれいで、帰りにビーチに寄りたかった!!!と思いました。地元の方々なのか分かりませんが、ビーチで遊んでいる家族連れが何組かいらっしゃいました。但し、波が結構ありますので、ボディボード等はとても楽しいかと思いますが、ぷかぷか浮かんで遊ぶ、というのには不向きですのでご注意ください。
このコースは本当にゆっくりお散歩なので、乗馬経験者(中級、上級者)には物足りないかもしれません。
次は1時間コースでもいいかな、と思いましたが、2時間もお馬さんの背中に揺られてお散歩したら、後半はとってもリラックスして眠くなったほどです。
ゆったりとリラックスには2時間コースはおすすめです。
PS:翌日の筋肉痛はたいしてありませんでした。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/12 |
Reviewed by: ワッキー
We enjoyed a two-hour horseback riding experience as a family. It was our first time riding, but the horse was very smart, and we felt safe while riding. It was a valuable experience that included going up and down hills, crossing a river, and traveling through meadows and forests.
家族で2時間の乗馬を楽しみました。初めての乗馬でしたが、馬がとても利口で、安心して乗ることが出来ました。登り有り下り有り、川を渡り、草原の中や森の中を行く貴重な体験でした。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/11 |
Reviewed by: ポック
I booked this tour without pickup since I drove around the island with a rental car. One hour was just right. Riding the horse was refreshing, and I was satisfied with the view, including the Chinese hats.
I gave it 4 stars because the instructor was kind and friendly, but it could have been more fun with some conversation or singing to liven things up. Just riding the horse in a monotonous way can get a bit boring. There was no pressure to buy photos, and it was a gentlemanly ranch. I recommend it.
レンタカーにて島内を回ったので、ピックアップ無しのこのツアーを予約。
時間は1時間で良い感じでした。馬に乗るのは新鮮。景色も中国人帽子が見え、満足。
☆4なのは、引率してくれるインストラクターは優しく親切なのですが、もう少し面白くというか会話や歌などで盛り上げてくれると楽しいかも。淡々と馬に乗っているだけではだんだん飽きてきます。写真の押し売り的な感じもなく、紳士的な牧場でした。おすすめ。
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| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/23 |
Reviewed by: nikuatsu
We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon, and it was our first time trying horseback riding. I had always wanted to try riding, but I was hesitant to jump into multiple activities for several hours, so I booked just a one-hour horseback riding course.
One of my biggest concerns for this honeymoon was that we chose a course at Kualoa Ranch, which is quite far from Waikiki, and it didn't include transportation, so I wasn't sure how to get there. For those in the same situation, here are some tips:
1. Take the number 55 bus, which runs once an hour from Ala Moana Center. (You can check the bus schedule using the DaBus app.)
2. Get off at KAMEHAMEHA HWY + OPP KUALOA RANCH. (There are several bus stops with KUALOA in the name, so be careful not to get off at the wrong one.)
3. Right in front of you as you get off is the entrance to Kualoa Ranch.
For the return trip, there is a bus stop on the opposite side of the road, so I recommend taking the bus back to Ala Moana Center. It took just a little over an hour by bus from Ala Moana Center.
Finally, when it was time for horseback riding, the horses were prepared for the women first. As my wife got on her horse and waited, her horse was already a bit restless. When I got on my horse next to hers, it seemed that our horses didn't get along and started to fight, which scared my wife and almost made her want to quit. However, after changing her horse, we were able to set off.
After that, both my horse and my wife's horse calmed down, and we enjoyed an hour of riding. (My wife was too nervous to fully enjoy the scenery, though...) Just as I was getting comfortable with riding, the hour was up, and I wished there had been a 90-minute option available.
Kualoa Ranch itself is a beautiful and pleasant place, so I would like to try other activities there next time.
ハネムーンでお互い初めてハワイに行き、初めての乗馬に挑戦でした。
乗馬は1度してみたかったけど、あんまりガッツリ何時間も、いくつものアクティビティにいきなり挑戦するのは気が引けたので、とりあえず乗馬だけ1時間のコースを予約していきました。
実は今回のハネムーンで一番気がかりだったことがこのクアロア牧場で、ワイキキから結構遠い所にあるのに、送迎が付いていないコースを選択したため、そもそもどう行っていいか分かりませんでした。
同じ方は結構居るようなので、参考までに記載しますと、
1.アラモアナ・センターから1時間に1本ペースで出ている55番バスに乗ります。
(バスの時間はDaBusのアプリなどで調べると良いです)
2.KAMEHAMEHA HWY+OPP KUALOA RANCH で降ります。
(手前にKUALOAと付くバス停が何個かあるのでお間違えなく)
3.降りてすぐ目の前にクアロア牧場の入口があります。
帰りも反対車線の所にバス停があるので、そこから乗ってアラモアナ・センターまで帰るのが良いと思います。(バスでアラモアナ・センターから1時間ちょっとでした)
いよいよ乗馬となってまずは、女性から先にお馬さんが用意されて案内されていきました。
嫁さんの馬も用意されて乗っかり待っていると、その状態から既にお馬さんが少し暴れていて、私もお馬さんに乗り隣に着いたら、今度は私の馬と嫁さんの馬の相性が合わないらしく喧嘩しだしてしまい、嫁さんが怖がりリタイアしかけましたが、嫁さんのお馬さんを変更してもらいどうにか出発できました。
その後私のお馬さんも嫁さんのお馬さんもおとなしく1時間の乗馬を楽しむことが出来ました。
(嫁さんは緊張しすぎて景色を楽しむまではいけなかったようですが。。。)
私も乗馬に十分慣れてきたところで1時間の乗馬が終わってしまったので、出来たら90分とかのコースがあったらよかったです。
このクアロア牧場自体がとても綺麗な場所で気持ち良い場所だったので、今度は乗馬以外のものもトライしてみたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Crystal
Trip was awesome! Would definetly do it again. The tour guide Angela was great!
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| Packages: | Private Horseback Ride - Daytime Tours |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Megan
My husband and I were celebrating our 10 year anniversary in Hawaii and I had always wanted to go horse-back riding on the beach. This was a great place to do that, beautiful weather, even better scenery. We were very happy with the private sunset ride.
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| Packages: | Private Horseback Ride - Daytime Tours |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/16 |
Reviewed by: PON
I used the 2-hour horseback riding course. The route was varied, with views of the ocean and passing through filming locations of Jurassic Park, so I was satisfied with the horseback riding itself. The weather is a matter of luck, but it was disappointing that the weather was rainy.
乗馬2時間コースを利用しました。海も見えジュラシックパークの撮影地も通る変化にとんだコースで乗馬自体には満足でした。天気は運次第でしょうがないのだが、天気が雨交じりだったことだけが残念です。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii Life
I was worried about being able to ride a horse, but the horses were well-trained, and I was able to ride without any issues. The staff was very kind and took beautiful photos with my phone. Walking at sunset while looking at the beautiful Hawaiian sea was very elegant, and the sunlight was not too strong, making it comfortable.
馬に乗れるのか心配でしたが、よく慣れた馬達で、問題なく乗馬できました。
スタッフはとても優しくて、私の携帯で写真も綺麗に撮ってくれました。
綺麗なハワイの海を見ながらサンセットの散歩は、とても優雅で、
日差しも強くなく快適でした。
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/02 |
Reviewed by: Hiro.M
I was torn between choosing a buggy ride or horseback riding, but I'm glad I chose horseback riding. We were able to access places that can only be reached on horseback, and the mountain views were absolutely stunning. It was breathtaking!
バギーにしようか乗馬にしようか迷ったのですが、乗馬にして良かったです。
馬でしか入れない場所に入れて、山の景色が最高に良かったです。感動!
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/26 |
Reviewed by: tartan023
I enjoyed a leisurely two-hour horseback ride while taking in the beautiful scenery of nature. The horse was calm and well-trained.
大自然の中をゆっくり景色を楽しみながらたっぷり2時間乗馬しました。馬はおとなしくちゃんと調教されていました。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/21 |
Reviewed by: Angie Shuler
It was an AWSOME adventure!! The guide was excellent!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are happy to hear you enjoyed both the ride and the guide. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo, Lilia
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| Packages: | Sunset Ride & Campfire Dinner [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/08 |
Reviewed by: 自称 上級者
I got hooked on horseback riding on Maui and experienced trail riding on Hawaii Island and Maui (for the second time). It was my first time with a gunstock. I had a fantastic time at the trot, but during the second canter, the stirrup metal came off, which surprised me, but I managed to finish without falling off. The canter in the grasslands of Kohala was the best.
マウイ島で乗馬にはまり、ハワイ島、マウイ(二度目)、外乗を体験してきました。ガンストックは初体験。駈歩は最高に楽しみましたが、途中二度目のキャンター時 鐙の金具が外れて、ビックリポンしましたが落馬せず完走出来ました。キャンターは草原のコハラが一番
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are also pleased to hear that you enjoyed horseback riding.
Regarding the stirrup hardware you mentioned, we have confirmed with the local operating company that regular safety checks are conducted. We have been informed that when the hardware came loose, the guide promptly exchanged the horse and checked in with you after the ride. However, we understand that unexpected events can cause concern.
We sincerely appreciate your feedback and, together with the operating company, will strive to further improve our services in the future.
Thank you for your valuable feedback despite your busy schedule.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
また、乗馬をお楽しみいただけたようで嬉しく思います。
ご指摘いただいております鐙の金具につきまして現地催行会社に確認をとらせていただきましたところ、
定期的にセーフティーチェックは行っているとのことでございました。
金具が外れた際に、すぐガイドが馬を交換し、乗馬後にもお声がけさせていただいたと報告を受けてはおりますが、
予期せぬ出来事が発生し、不安なお気持ちだったかと察します。
お客様からのお言葉を真摯に受け止め、催行会社共々、今後さらなるサービス向上に努めてまいります。
お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Packages: | 貸切 経験者コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/05 |
Reviewed by: シャム猫
After seeing everyone's reviews, I wondered if it would be a bother for me, a beginner who has only completed about 40 lessons, to join. However, I couldn't resist the temptation to ride a horse across the plains of Hawaii, so I nervously signed up. The result was a correct decision to challenge myself; I had a very enjoyable time. Since I usually only trot in the ring, this was my first time trotting on a trail, and it was also my first experience with a Western saddle and operating the reins with one hand. However, our guide Emily kindly taught me, and after learning the tip to loosen the reins compared to English riding, my horse Libby started to run smoothly. We trotted and cantered up the hills, and at the top, there was a wonderful view of the sea, sky, and the land of Oahu. Even if you're not an advanced rider, once you can trot, I highly recommend giving it a try. You'll surely discover even more charm in horseback riding.
The advanced tour is limited to four people per session.
By the way, the ranch is located in Laie, which is on the North Shore, about an hour's drive from Waikiki, just past the Polynesian Cultural Center. The weather there can differ from that in Waikiki. On the day I initially booked, it was sunny in Waikiki, but it was raining on and off at the location, making the trail muddy and dangerous for riding, so the tour was canceled at the last minute, and I had to turn back. Fortunately, I was able to rebook for the next day when there was availability. Both VELTRA and the local tour company, as well as the ranch, were very kind in their responses. However, I recommend that participants in the advanced course check the local weather by calling the ranch directly before departing from Waikiki to confirm if the tour is still on. The beginner walking-only course can still operate with some rain.
皆さんの評価を見て、まだ初心者で40鞍ほどレッスンを終えたばかりの私が参加しても迷惑かなあ、と思いつつ、しかしハワイの平原を馬で駆けてみたい誘惑に勝てず、恐る恐る申し込みました。結果はチャレンジして正解、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。普段はリング内でしか駆け足しないので、トレイルでの駆け足は初めてだし、ウェスタンの鞍や、片手で手綱を操作する方式も初めてでしたが、ガイドのエミリーさんが親切に教えてくれ、イングリッシュ乗馬よりも手綱を緩めるというコツを教わってからは、馬のLibbyちゃんが調子良く走り始めて、軽快なトロットやカンターで丘を駆け上がり、頂上では海と空とオアフの大地が見渡せる素敵な景色が。上級者でなくても、駆け足が出来るようになったら、ぜひ挑戦してみて欲しいです。きっと更に乗馬の魅力が発見出来ますよ。
上級者ツアーは一回につき4人限定だそうです。
尚、牧場があるLaieは、ワイキキからレンタカーで1時間強かかるノースショアにあり、ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターの少し先。ワイキキの天気とは異なる場合があり、当初私が予約した日は、ワイキキは晴天だったが、現地は雨が降ったり止んだりで、トレイルがぬかるんで馬を走らせるのが危険とのことで直前に中止になり、途中で引き返すハメに遭い、たまたま空いてた翌日に予約し直して参加出来ました。ベルトラも現地催行会社も牧場も、とても親切な対応して頂いたので良かったですが、上級コース参加者はワイキキを出発する前に、牧場に直接電話して現地の天候をチェックし、ツアー催行の確認をお勧めします。初心者向けの歩きだけのコースは、多少の雨でも催行出来るそうです。
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| Packages: | 貸切 経験者コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/05 |
Reviewed by: Julie
This was an amazing experience! I'm so glad we had the opportunity to do this while we were in Hawaii!
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| Packages: | Standard Sunset Horseback Ride - Most Popular! |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/15 |
Reviewed by: ハンギョドン
Due to health reasons, we suddenly switched from the snorkeling option tour to horseback riding for our family of four after arriving in Hawaii. The convenience of online booking is truly remarkable. We chose a two-hour course recommended in a Hawaii special on TV. After a brief 10-minute explanation using a Japanese video, we immediately started riding! At first, I was anxious due to the fast pace and the absence of a staff member holding the reins, which is common in Japan, but there was no need to worry as the horses were well-trained. You can guide them just by pulling the reins a little to prevent them from stopping to eat. The views of the mountains and ocean from horseback were fantastic, and the route included filming locations from Jurassic Park and Godzilla, so we were never bored. The trail wasn’t just flat; we also went through the woods and crossed streams, and my two daughters were very satisfied, even though they complained about sore bottoms. The instructor seemed to have learned Japanese as a second language, and although his Japanese was limited, he provided instructions in Japanese for key points, which was reassuring. The only complaint I have is that there was no pickup service from the Honolulu area for the course (which is only an issue for the dads who book). This is definitely a recommended tour that you can't easily experience in Japan.
体調の都合で、ハワイ到着後に急遽、シュノーケリングのオプションツアーから、家族4人で乗馬に切り替えました。インターネット予約の本当に便利なところ。TVのハワイ特集で勧めていた2時間コースをチョイス。日本語ビデオを使った10分ほどの説明の後、すぐに乗馬、出発!あまりのテンポの速さと、日本では必ず居るタズナを持つ従業員も居ないのでに最初は不安でしたが、馬がしっかり教育されているので心配無用。道草を食わないように(本当に馬が食べて止まってしまう)タズナを引っ張る程度で、進めることができます。馬上からの山、海の景色も素晴らしく、また、ジェラッシックパーク、ゴジラの撮影現場もルートに含まれているので飽きることはありません。また、平坦な道だけでなく、林の中や小川をわたることもあり、2人の娘たちもお尻が痛いと言いながら大満足でした。インストラクターの方は、第2外国として日本語を学んでいたようで、片言ですがポイントは日本語で指導してくれたので安心。コースにホノルル地区からの送迎付きがないのが唯一の不満かな(これは申し込むお父さんだけの問題)。日本では簡単に体験できない是非お勧めのツアーです。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/13 |
Reviewed by: えりざべーこ
The weather was great, and it took about an hour by rental car from Honolulu. They guided us on time for our 10:30 reservation. The horses were very well-behaved, and at first, I was worried about what would happen if they wandered off, but the guide assigned to our group skillfully led the horses, so there was no need to worry at all! The horses walked slowly, and we were completely satisfied after an hour of enjoying the mountains, sea, and forest. I gained a good understanding of the difficulty of riding. They also took photos of us riding, which were a bit pricey at $15, but I ended up buying them for the family as a keepsake. It was a very enjoyable experience. The hamburgers were delicious too!
天気にも恵まれ、ホノルルからレンタカーで約1時間。10時半からの予約で時間通りに案内してくれました。
お馬さん達はとってもお利口で、勝手にどこかに行ったらどうするんだろうと最初は不安でしたが、一グループに一人つく船頭の方が馬達を上手に導き全く心配なし!
お馬さんたちは、ゆっくりと歩き、山、海、森林を見ながら1時間で十分に満足でした。
乗馬で走ることの難しさが十分に理解できました。
乗馬した写真も撮ってくれていて、15$と高めでしたが、やはり記念にと家族分買ってしまいました。
とても楽しい体験でした。ハンバーガーも美味しかったですよ。
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| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/12 |
Reviewed by: ky.s
The scenery was amazing.
I felt at ease participating because there were people who could speak Japanese.
After riding for two hours, my butt was a little sore, but it was really fun. This soreness is also a good memory.
景色サイコー
日本語話せる方がいて、安心して参加できました
2時間乗ったらおしりがちょっぴり痛いけど、とっても楽しかったです。この痛さもいい思い出です
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/08 |
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レビューと写真をありがとうございます。楽しんでいただけたようですね。またお会いできることを願っています。
Mahalo for your review and photos. It looks like you had lots of fun. Hope to see you again.