All Reviews for Horseback Riding Tours

First of all, there was a detailed explanation in Japanese, so if you understand that, horseback riding was also easy. Although it was a two-hour session, it felt like it ended in no time. There were many things to see, and it was very enjoyable.

始めに、日本語で説明が詳しくありましたので、それを理解していれば、乗馬も暗線でした。
2時間の時間でしたが、あっという間に終わってしまったと感じました。
見る物も多くて、とても楽しかったです。

Despite having no horseback riding experience in Japan, I made a reservation and quickly got used to the very calm and smart horses after about 10 minutes.

The beach has a nice breeze and is cool, but elsewhere, there is direct sunlight and little wind, so it's essential to stay hydrated. I recommend wearing long pants or leggings, and a sleeveless top is fine and just right for the weather.

I also enjoyed the atmosphere in Haleiwa. I think two hours is sufficient for exploring Haleiwa.

国内での乗馬経験が無いにも関わらず予約してしまいましたが、とっても大人しく賢いお馬さんたちで10分ほどすればすぐ慣れました。
浜辺は風が通って涼しいですがそこ以外は日光もあたり風も通らないので必ず水分が必要、洋服は長ズボン又はレギンス、トップスはノースリーブでも危なくないのでちょうど良いと思います。
ハレイワも雰囲気があり楽しめました。ハレイワ散策は2時間ほどあれば十分だと思います。

After visiting the Dole Pineapple Plantation, I went horseback riding on the North Shore. We took a leisurely stroll along the coast on horseback. The horses were calm, making it enjoyable even for beginners.

ドールパイナップル園を訪ねた後に、ノースショアでの乗馬。海沿いを馬に乗りゆっくりと散歩。馬は大人しく初心者でも楽しめました。

The pickup time from the hotel is at 10 AM, and we arrived at the site just after 12 PM. We wandered around Waikiki until 10 AM. If you have a rental car, it won't take an hour to get there. The horseback riding is scheduled for 3 PM. From 12 PM to 3 PM, there was nothing to do, and I wanted to join another sightseeing tour, but most of them were 60 to 120 minutes long, so I couldn't participate.

The horseback riding experience is a 90-minute course, and the pace is a slow walk. When I rode on the beaches of Australia, it was more of a brisk trot than a walk. I thought I would have a similar experience here, but I was very mistaken. If you go to this place, you should rent a car, experience what you want quickly, and then leave for other locations. After the horseback riding experience, we had to wait for an hour with nothing to do for the last group, and we left the site at 6:30 PM. We arrived at the hotel close to 8 PM. It was a waste of a day on this tour. The cost was also questionable. The most disappointing part was the time that was taken away.

送迎時間がホテル10時でグルぐる回り現地には12時過ぎ。
10時までワイキキぶらぶら。
レンタカーなら1時間はかかりません。
それから乗馬時間が15時。
12時から15時まですることなく、他の見学コースを希望するも
どれも60分～１２０分コースが多くて、参加できませんでした。
乗馬体験は
90分コースで、トコトコ歩く速さ。
オーストラリアの海岸で乗馬した際は、早歩きと言うよりは
駆け足乗馬でした。
その様な乗馬体験ができると思ってたら、大間違い。
この場所に行くなら、レンタカーで行き体験したいものが有れば
さっさと体験して、この場を後にして他の場所に行くべき。
乗馬体験が終わり、最終組を1時間何もすることなく待たされ、
現地を出たのが18時30分。
ホテルには20時近くに到着。
1日がもったいないツアーでした。
金額的にも？？？
一番残念なのは時間がとられたことです。

I was a bit anxious about horseback riding for the first time, but the guide was very kind and I was able to enjoy it at a relaxed pace. The course had hills and was along the coast, so it was satisfying without getting boring.

I think it's a good idea to know about the riding posture from YouTube beforehand. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy a comfortable ride without any pain in my backside.

はじめての乗馬で不安もありましたが、ガイドさんも親切に対応いただきゆっくりした気持ちで回ることができました。コースも山あり、あり、海岸沿いと飽きることなく満足できました。
乗馬の際の姿勢は、ユーチューブで事前情報をしっていたほうがいいと思います。お陰でおしりが痛くなることもなく快適な乗馬が楽しめました

Since Sanae, a Japanese guide, showed us around, there were no problems at all! We enjoyed a two-hour horseback ride while taking in the beautiful scenery. My body is sore, but it was so much fun!

日本人のサナエさんが案内をしてくれたので、全く問題なかったです！綺麗な景色を見ながら2時間の乗馬。体が痛くなりますが、とっても楽しかったです。

I wanted to go horseback riding and see the magnificent scenery, so I made a reservation with my husband. However, since there were ups and downs, I didn't have much time to enjoy the view as it was my first experience riding. Since we were in the sun for a long time, sunscreen is a must. The guide was English-speaking, so you need to have a certain level of understanding; otherwise, you'll just be looking at the scenery. Unfortunately, we only stopped for about three minutes at the main highlight, so I wish we had a bit more time. I'm grateful that the guide sends the photos he takes along the way to my phone!

乗馬をして雄大な景色を見たいと思い主人と予約しましたが、アップダウンがあるので乗馬初体験には景色を楽しむ余裕が薄れてました。
日向が続くので日焼け止め必須です。
ガイドさんが1人・英語なのである程度理解出来ないと景色だけになります。
残念なのが、1番見どころの場所で3分程度しか止まらないのでもう少し時間が欲しいです。
ガイドさんが途中撮影してくれる写真を携帯に送ってくれるのは有り難いです！

I had a great time with the two-hour horseback riding! The course felt like a hiking trail, but since the horses handled both the uphill and downhill parts, it was less tiring. Being on horseback also gave me a higher vantage point, making the stunning views even more beautiful!

There were about six participants and two staff members accompanying us. The horses my family and I rode were calm and didn't require much guidance, so we seemed to have a good match.

However, be aware that the round sign for Jurassic Park, famous at Kualoa Ranch, was not on the course!

During the horseback riding, you need to store most of your belongings in a locker for $5 a day. Only a drink bottle and a small camera or smartphone are allowed in a small bag provided to you. Since you’ll be holding the reins with one hand, you can take photos with one hand when you get used to the rhythm. Besides selfies, they also take paid photos along the way with your smartphone.

Lunch can be purchased at the cafeteria on-site for about $15-20. The portions are quite substantial, so sharing might be a good idea if two people are participating. Be mindful that there can be a long line during lunchtime, and it takes some time to get your food. Also, you need to board the return bus earlier than the scheduled departure time, so timing is important.

Overall, I was very satisfied and felt it was one of the activities I was glad to have done!

2時間たっぷりの乗馬でとても楽しかったです！
コース的にはハイキングコースのような感じですが、登りも下りもお馬さんがやってくれるので疲労度も少なく、馬上なので視座も高くて絶景が更に美しく見えました！
参加者6人くらいにスタッフ2人がついてくれました。私や家族が乗った馬は大人しくて指示もあまり必要なく、相性が良かったようです。
ただ、クアロアランチで有名なジュラシックパークの丸い看板はコースに入っていなかったのでその点は注意です…！
乗馬の際は、1日5ドルのロッカーに荷物のほとんどを預けます。貸与される小さいバッグに入る、飲み物ボトルとスマホや小さいカメラのみ持ち込みが許されます。基本的に片手は手綱を握っているので、写真はリズムに慣れてきた頃に好きなタイミングで片手で撮る感じです。自撮り以外は途中で有料写真と手持ちのスマホでの写真を撮ってくれます。
ランチは施設内のカフェテリアで15-20ドルくらいで購入できます。結構しっかりボリュームあるので2人参加ならシェアでも良いかも。お昼時は結構並ぶし提供まで時間がかかるのと、帰りのバスが出発時間より早めに乗車する必要があるのでタイミング注意です。
全体的にかなり満足度高くて、やって良かったなと思うアクティビティのひとつでした！

I went to the ticket counter around 10:45 as it said to check in at that time, and I received a paper voucher. It was crowded, so the actual ticket was issued around 10:58. The paper stated that horseback riding was from 11:30, so I thought it would be fine to arrive around that time, but when I got there at 11:30, I was told it was too late and I couldn't ride. My English isn't fluent, so I couldn't grasp the nuances, but it felt like they meant that 11:30 was too late since there was an explanatory video and such.

Isn't it normal to arrive at the time stated, 11:30? If there was a gathering time before that, it should have been indicated. I was really looking forward to it, so I'm very disappointed. My friend and I are both let down. When I explained the situation to the ticket center staff, they somehow allowed us to join another tour, but I really wanted to go horseback riding.

10:45にチェックインと書いてあったのでチケットカウンターにそのくらいの時間に行き、バウチャーのような紙を出してもらいました。混雑していたので実際に発券されたのはおよそ10:58頃。紙には乗馬は11:30〜と書いてあり、その時間に行けば良いのだと思って11:30頃に行ったらもう遅いと言われ乗れなかった。英語が流暢なわけではないので細かいニュアンスが分からないが、説明のビデオ等があるから11:30じゃ遅いという感じだった。
11:30〜と書かれていたらその時間に行ってしまうのが普通じゃないでしょうか？その前に集合ならその集合時間を記載してもらわないと分からない。
とても楽しみにしていたので残念でならないです。
私も友人もガッカリです。チケットセンターの人に事情を説明したらなんとか他のツアーに参加させていただけましたが、乗馬したかったです。

I recently had an amazing horse riding experience, and I couldn’t recommend it more! The ocean views were absolutely breathtaking, and the overall ride was incredibly peaceful and enjoyable. As a beginner, I felt completely at ease, thanks to the friendly and knowledgeable guides. It’s the perfect activity for anyone looking to relax and take in the natural beauty of the surroundings. I’ll definitely be coming back for another ride!

After the reception, you watch a Japanese safety video, and then it's time to start horseback riding. The horses are incredibly smart, so even beginners can ride with confidence. They will first teach you how to stop, start, and turn left and right, but since the horses are intelligent, they will walk and stop on their own without much input from you. Once you start, you won't get off the horse, and you'll ride in a line for a solid two hours or more through the great outdoors. The horses are equipped with bags where you can store drinks, so it's possible to drink while riding. Additionally, taking photos with your smartphone is allowed, so you can capture the beautiful natural scenery while riding. In Japan, you can't have such a long horseback riding experience, so I'm really glad I participated.

受付後、日本語の注意事項映像を見たら、乗馬してスタートです。馬はすごい賢いので、素人でも安心して乗馬できます。止まり方、スタートの仕方、左右方向への方向転換は最初に教えてくれますが、馬が賢いので、こちらが操作しなくても、歩いたり、止まったりしてくれます。スタートしたら、馬から降りることはなく、一列になってひたすら大自然の中を、みっちり２時間＋α、乗馬し続けます。飲み物等を入れれる袋を馬に装備しているため、乗馬しながら、飲み物を飲むことは可能です。また、スマホでの写真撮影はＯＫのため、乗馬しながら大自然の風景を撮影することができます。日本では、こんなに長い時間、馬に乗る経験はできないため、参加して本当に良かったと思います。

It was my first horseback riding experience, and the instructor was kind, fun, and led us accurately. I thoroughly enjoyed the two hours of riding in the great outdoors.

初めての乗馬体験でしたが、インストラクターさんが優しく楽しく的確にリードしてくれて、大自然の中での2時間の乗馬を満喫しました。

There was also a Japanese video at the beginning, and during the ride, the staff provided directions in Japanese, which made me feel安心して楽しめました. I thought it would have been great if there had been time to take photos along the way. The scenery was beautiful, and I was able to enjoy a leisurely horseback ride.

はじめに日本語のビデオもあり、途中、スタッフの人が
方向を日本語で指示してくれて安心して楽しめました
途中で写真を撮る時間があったら最高だとおもいました
景色もよくゆっくり乗馬できました

This is my ninth time in Hawaii. I chose a tour because I wanted to go horseback riding along the coast. A Japanese guide taught me how to hold the reins and ride. My horse was Maui. She was not only used to customers but also moved exactly as I wanted. It was moving. I was able to spend a relaxing time.

Although my stay at Dole Plantation and Haleiwa was short, it was fulfilling.

ハワイは9回目。海岸を乗馬したくてツアーを選びました。手綱の取り方など運転してる日本人の方に教えてもらい。乗馬。私の馬は、マウイちゃん。客に慣れているのはもちろんですが、ちゃんと思い通りに、動いてくれました。感動。ゆったりした時間を過ごせます。
ドールプランテーションやハレイワ滞在は短いですが、充実してます。

Riding a horse leisurely through nature (not on a lead line, but riding solo) is an experience that you can't have in Japan. Just a heads up, after two hours of horseback riding, your butt will definitely be quite sore!

自然の中をゆったり馬に乗りながら(引き馬でなく1人乗りで)進んで行くので、日本ではできない体験だなぁと思います。
乗馬2時間はお尻が相当痛くなりますので、ご注意を！

We participated with our middle school child who wanted to go horseback riding, making it a family of three.

The guide explained the history of Kualoa Ranch, including movie filming locations and the World War II munitions depot, in English and broken English while we leisurely rode the horses. It was a very satisfying tour where we could enjoy the scenery and horseback riding at a relaxed pace.

Since we booked the morning tour, we enjoyed delicious hamburgers at the cafeteria afterward. We had Hawaiian cuisine made with ingredients from Kualoa Ranch. The attached souvenir shop was also well-stocked, and our child was very happy. A little further away, there was a farmers market selling local coffee, honey, vegetables, meat, and ice pops, which was a lot of fun.

The atmosphere was relaxed, and we could enjoy the day at a leisurely pace. I definitely want to visit again.

乗馬をしたいと言う中学生の子供と家族３人で参加しました。

６人分ループでガイドの方が英語とカタコトの英語で映画のロケ地になったところや第二次世界大戦次の爆薬庫、クアロアランチの歴史などをのんびりお馬さんに乗りながら説明してくださいました。ゆっくりしたペースで景色と乗馬を満喫できて大満足なツアーでした。

午前中のツアーを予約したので、終了後はカフェテリアで美味しいハンバーガーをいただきました。クアロアランチ産の食材を使ったハワイ料理がいただけます。併設のお土産屋さんも充実で子供も満足していました。少し離れた場所にはファーマーズマーケットがあり、ローカルのコーヒーや蜂蜜、ランチで採れた野菜やお肉、アイスキャンディーなどが売られていて、楽しかったです。

のんびりとした時間が流れていて、1日のんびり楽しめます。
是非、再訪したいな、と思いました。

Walking among the ocean, wind, and clear skies on the beach was amazing! The horses didn't smell, and there were few bugs. I'll join again when I come to Hawaii in a few years!

海、風、晴れ空、ビーチの中、歩くの最高でした！
馬も臭くないし、虫も少なかったです
また数年後ハワイ来た時参加します！

I have experienced horseback riding in other places, but I was able to enjoy it for a longer time here. I was surprised that both horses had children's names. I felt a connection and they were very cute. The refreshing feeling of running by the seaside while feeling the breeze of Hawaii was the best healing time. Thank you very much.

乗馬は、別の場所でも体験しましたが、時間が長く乗馬を楽しめました。馬の名前が2頭とも子どもの名前で、驚きました。何かの縁を感じ、とても可愛かったです。海辺を走る爽快感も心地よくHawaiiの風を感じながら、最高の癒しの時間でした。ありがとうございました。

This time, my wife and I experienced horseback riding for the first time. We considered North Shore, but since my wife had her heart set on it, we decided to go horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch.

I thought two hours would be long, but it went by in no time. The horse I rode, Honu, was very intuitive and moved or stopped on its own without me having to do much at all (laughs). It was my first time riding, but I was able to enjoy it without any particular difficulties.

For our belongings, we could either use a paid locker for $5 or, if we had a small amount, we could borrow a bag for horseback riding to put our things in. It's important to note that you need to arrive and check in 45 minutes before the tour starts.

Also, video recording is generally prohibited for safety reasons, but taking photos seems to be fine. Although it was in English, they provided explanations about various landmarks along the way, as well as the history of Hawaii and Kualoa. Both my wife and I had a wonderful time.

今回は妻と初めての乗馬で、ノースショアと迷いましたが、妻の希望もありクアロアランチでの乗馬を体験しました。
2時間は長いかと思いましたが、あっという間でした。
私を乗せてくれたホヌ（馬）はとっても空気の読めるお馬さんで、特に何もしなくても止まったり動いたりしてくれて全自動でした（笑）
初めての乗馬でしたが特に困ることもなく楽しむことができました。

荷物は基本的に5ドルの有料ロッカーに預けるか、少量であれば乗馬用のバッグを貸していただけるのでそれに入れることができます。
ツアー開始45分前に到着してチェックインしないといけない点には注意が必要です。

また、基本的にビデオ撮影は危険なため禁止ですが、写真は問題ないみたいです。
英語ですが、道中各名所の説明やハワイ、クアロアの歴史などを説明してくれます。
妻も私も非常に楽しむことができました。

I had experience riding horses in Hawaii, but it was my first time doing it while looking at the ocean, and I participated. The horse was very gentle and walked nicely. The weather was good and hot, but both the sea and the sky were a brilliant blue, making it a great experience! If possible, I would have liked to return to Waikiki in the evening, as I wanted some time to relax in Haleiwa, which was quite busy.

ハワイで乗馬の経験はありましたが、海を見ながらは初めてで、参加しました。
とてもおとなしい馬で、お利口に歩いてくれました。
天気が良くて暑かったけれど、海も空も抜けるような青で、よい経験になりました！
できれば、ワイキキに帰るのは夕方でもいいので、かなり慌しかったハレイワで、ゆっくりできる時間が欲しかったです。

I don't think you can ride for two hours alone in Japan. I enjoyed walking various courses and had fun at both the sea and the mountains! The instructor was very kind too!

日本では1人で2時間も乗らせてくれないと思います。いろんなコースの散歩をして海も山も楽しめました！インストラクターの人もとても親切でした！

The activities and guidance at Kualoa were very good. It was especially helpful that the instructions were provided in both Japanese and English.

I was informed that I needed to bring an ID, and while my Japanese driver's license was accepted, they requested a passport.

Additionally, the waiting time on-site was quite long, and it would have been better to go on my own using The Bus.

クアロアでのアクティビティ、案内はとても良かったです。特に日本語と英語での案内なので助かります。
身分証明書を持参とのことでしたが、日本での運転免許証はokとのことでしたが、パスポートを求められます。
また、現地での待ち時間がとても長く、ザ・バスを使って自力でいくほうがよかったです♪

The bus provided pick-up near the hotel, and the interior was comfortable. When we arrived at the location, the Japanese staff explained everything in detail, which made it easy to enjoy without any worries. The horseback riding was all in English, but the staff were very kind, and riding while enjoying the stunning views was quite refreshing. I would definitely like to go again if I have the chance!

バスはホテルの近くから送迎があり、車内も快適でした。現地に着くと、日本人のスタッフが丁寧に説明してくれたので、不安もなく楽しむことができました。乗馬は全て英語でしたが、こちらもスタッフの方がとても優しく、絶景を見ながらの乗馬はかなりリフレッシュになりました。また機会があればぜひ行きたいです！

I thought two hours would be long, but it flew by and turned into an enjoyable time. The scenery was wonderful, and it became a great experience in a unique atmosphere.

2時間は長いと思ったのですが、あっという間に楽し時間になりました。景色が素晴らしく、非日常感の中でとても良い経験になりました。

We progressed steadily through the mountainous film location in a line. Along the way, we enjoyed beautiful views of the ocean and had our photos taken, which we could share via Bluetooth afterward. The horses were truly clever, and we had a luxurious time. The staff members were also very lively. The course lasted just under two hours, and it went by in a flash. However, since we never got off the horses, I realized at the end that my legs (mainly my hips) were shaking without me noticing. There was a group of three women in their 50s and 60s who completed the ride, so I think it's manageable, but those who are extremely unsure of their physical stamina might want to reconsider.

　映画ロケ地の山中を列になってぐんぐん進んで行きます。途中で美しい海を見たり、写真を撮ってもらて、終了後にBluetoothで共有してもらえます。お馬さんたちは本当に利巧であり、贅沢な時間を過ごさせていただきました。スタッフの方々も生き生きしています。1コース2時間弱、あっという間でした。ただし、一度も馬から降りないので、終了時には気づかぬうちに脚（主に股関節）がガクガクしました。同じ時間帯になった50‐60代の女性3人組の皆さんも完遂していましたので、なんとかなるとは思いますが、体力に極端に自信がない方は辞めた方が良いかもしれません。

The horses were well-trained, and I felt safe riding even on steep slopes. The female guide was also kind and offered to take photos along the way. I thoroughly enjoyed the two-hour horseback ride.

馬がよく調教されていて急勾配も安心して乗ることができました。ガイドの女性も親切で途中で写真を撮ってくれるサービスもありました。2時間の乗馬で十分楽しみました。

I participated in a movie location tour while horseback riding! The tour lasted about two hours round trip. It was both of our first times riding, but the staff (mostly English-speaking) were very helpful in teaching us, so I think even beginners will be fine. Riding through the great outdoors and slowly visiting the filming locations was a luxurious experience, and I was very satisfied. One thing to note is that the tour goes on even in the rain (you can borrow a raincoat for horseback riding for free), so it might be a good idea to bring a change of clothes, or if you don't want to deal with the rain, consider joining another tour (using a bus).

乗馬しながらの映画撮影地巡りに参加しました！時間は往復2時間のツアーでした。夫婦とも乗馬は初めてでしたが、スタッフ(基本英語対応)の方達が丁寧に教えてくれて、すぐにお馬に乗れたので、未経験の方でも大丈夫だと思います。大自然を馬に乗ってゆっくり撮影地をめぐるのは贅沢な時間ですし、大満足でした。注意点としては、雨でも行くので(乗馬用のカッパは無料で借りれます)、着替え持ってくか、雨いやなら他のツアー(バス利用)に参加するのもいいかもです。

I experienced this in somewhat bad weather. Unfortunately, the guide we had was not very smiley and didn't provide much explanation. The guide from the previous group was taking photos and airdropping them to everyone, which was a nice service that we didn't have. We also had to ask about the return bus, as we weren't called even when it was time, and only then were we finally allowed to board. I'm glad my 10-year-old son said he had fun.

やや悪天候の中体験しました。当たったガイドさんが笑顔少なく説明もあまりなく残念でした。その前のグループガイドさんは写真をとってみなさんの写真をairdroppしてました。同じようなサービスがなく残念でした。帰りのバスも時間になっても呼ばれずこちらから尋ねてやっと乗せてもらえました。
10歳の息子が楽しかったといってくれてよかったです。

I participated in a 2-hour horseback riding tour this time, and it was absolutely amazing! If you go to Hawaii, you definitely have to do it! Horseback riding is the best!!

今回2時間の乗馬体験のツアーに参加しましたがとにかく最高でした！ハワイへ行ったら絶対やるべき！乗馬最高！！

The horseback riding experience itself was enjoyable, but we didn't have the opportunity to take photos during the ride, so it didn't feel memorable. It was a bit disappointing that the guide didn't actively offer to take photos for us.

乗馬体験そのものは楽しかったが、重場中の写真を自分たちでとる機会がなかったので記念にならない。ガイドさんも積極的に写真を撮るサービス等してくれないのでやや残念であった。