Reviewed by: Bob R.
This was a lot fun and a good way to see different part of Ohau quickly. The hike through the rain forest to the waterfall was interesting. There were things you don't see in other parts of the world. It is not an easy hike. Be prepared for strenuous activity. The bike ride makes up for it. It is all down hill, beautiful views and a wonderful spot to stop, eat and take in the view. The Bike Hawaii staff are outstanding. They quickly become friends and are genuinely focused on your enjoyment and safety. The last experience, swimming with sea turtles was just the best. The turtles are not afraid of humans and will surface next to you. You can't touch them but one came so close it almost touched me. We stayed out there a long time and really got to enjoy them. This was a great day and lot of fun. It is an all day experience so plan for it.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/30 |
Reviewed by: ルルワン
Our guide mentioned that this was one of the worst weather conditions he had experienced in his guiding career, with heavy rain. We received ponchos and, feeling somewhat skeptical, prepared ourselves. Everyone put on their ponchos and we started our jungle hike. At that moment, I was filled with the feeling of, "Are we really going out in this weather?"
As soon as we stepped into the residential area, we were surrounded by a lush green jungle. Shortly after we began walking, we encountered vibrant pink ginger flowers and bright red heliconias. We crossed a swollen stream and made our way through a bamboo grove, where a large waterfall appeared before us. We took a commemorative photo in front of the waterfall, which was flowing abundantly. On our way back, we crossed the stream again, which had increased in volume, and I found myself enjoying the even richer greenery thanks to the rain. I was so glad to have this experience!
After the hike, we drove to the starting point for mountain biking. While the bikes were being prepared, the rain stopped and we were ready to start. The guide and staff ensured our safety, and since we descended at a leisurely pace, we had the opportunity to enjoy the scenery. We had lunch at a spot where we could see all of Waikiki. The view was amazing, and the sandwiches were very delicious.
Since it was an English tour, we were the only Japanese participants, but it was okay even without speaking English! I had a great time. I would definitely like to participate again.
ガイドさんもガイド歴の中で1,2番の悪天候という大雨の中、ポンチョをもらい半信半疑で準備。全員ポンチョを着てジャングルハイキングスタート。この時はまだ「この天気でも本当に行くの~?」という気持ちでいっぱいでした。
住宅街から一歩入るともうそこは濃い緑のジャングルの中。歩き始めて間もなく鮮やかなピンクのジンジャーの花。真っ赤なストレチア。増水した小川を超えて、竹藪の中を進んでいくうちに目の前に大きな滝。なみなみとした水量をたたえた滝の前で記念撮影。帰りはさらに水量を増した小川を超えて進むうちに、雨のおかげで一層濃くなった緑を楽しむ自分を発見。こんな経験ができてよかった~。
ハイキング終了後マウンテンバイクのスタート地点まで車で移動。自転車を準備してもらっている間に雨も止みスタート。ガイドさんとスタッフの方が安全確保をしてくれて、ゆっくりペースで下っていくので景色を楽しむ余裕もありました。途中ワイキキが一望できる場所でランチ。景色も素晴らしく、サンドイッチもとても美味しかったです。
英語のツアーということで日本人は私達だけでしたが、英語ができなくても大丈夫!楽しめました。
また、ぜひ参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Nicola
Fantastic afternoon, so lovely to experience more than just the hustle and bustle of downtown Wakiki.
Extremely good service, friendly and very attentive.
Would recommend to all.
Mahalo for your kind words. We look forward to your return to the islands soon. with aloha, staff and management of BikeHawaii.com
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| Packages: | Rainforest to Reef (Half Day): Bike, Sail & Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/16 |
Reviewed by: skysora
The pickup time was delayed by 30 minutes, which made me anxious, but I really enjoyed riding a bike in Hawaii, something I don't do in Japan. Having lunch in the park was also very pleasant, and the deliciousness was doubled. I got some snacks and juice too. The hiking was in a place I rarely visit, and although there were some difficult spots, it was a very satisfying time interacting with others.
It suddenly started to rain, and I received a raincoat, but I felt like I was about to enter a sauna, so I chose to get wet instead. The guide was only in English, but I was able to enjoy it nonetheless. As mentioned in other reviews, there are indeed few restroom stops, so I planned accordingly, which made it less of a hassle than I expected.
I think it's better not to carry anything other than the provided pouch during the hike, so it's advisable to leave valuables at the hotel.
It's quite a survival-type hike, with hardly any flat areas.
If I have the chance again, I would like to ride a bike. As for hiking, I’ll consider it once I feel more confident in my physical strength.
I think I had a fun time and gained a good experience.
ピックアップの時間が30分もずれていたので
焦ったけど
自転車など 日本では乗らないけど
ハワイで満喫でき とっても気持ちがよかったです
公園で食べるランチも とても気持ちよかったし
美味しさが倍増された
お菓子も頂けたし ジュースも
ハイキングはこれまた滅多に足を運ぶ事が無い場所
足場が悪い場所もあったけど 人との触れ合いに とても満足できる時間でもあった
急に雨が降りカッパも頂いたのですが
サウナ状態に陥りそうになったので 雨に濡れる方を選びました
英語のガイドオンリーだけど それなりに楽しめました
他のレビューにもありましたが
確かに トイレ場所は1回と少ないので それを考慮し
行動したので 思ったほど 苦にはならなかった
ハイキングの時 荷物は貸し出されるポーチ以外は持たない方が良いと思います
なので 貴重品などはホテルなどにおいていた方が良いと思います
結構 サバイバル的なハイキングです 平坦な場所は殆ど無かった
また機会があれば自転車には乗りたいと^_^
ハイキングは 体力に自信がついたら。。。。
楽しい時間を過ごせ 良い経験が出来たと思います
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/05 |
Reviewed by: CRich
This excursions was excellent. We did the hike and the bike ride. I wish the waterfall actually had some water falling down but that was beyond the control of the guides. The bike ride was amazing and the lunch view was breath taking.
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| Packages: | Downhill Bike & Ko'olau Waterfall Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/10 |
Reviewed by: Sonya
Mike was brilliant, guiding us safely down the mountain on the bikes and then staying in the cool ocean until all of us were out of the water and finished snorkelling. Would happily recommend this activty to family and friends. Next time we will also do the hike.
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| Packages: | Rainforest to Reef (Half Day): Bike, Sail & Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Mai
Mike, our tour guide was very informative and made the trip exciting for us.
My husband and I did not finish all three activities due to too much sun exposure. It was exhausting. We did not go snorkeling, however, the hike was interesting (I'm not an outdoorsy person) and the downhill bike was the our personal favorite. Next time, we will do it again, but I can go without the hike.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Tom L
Mike was an excellent guide. I have been to Hawaii several times for work and, in this case, had stayed an extra weekend with my wife. We had a great time. Mike was very knowledgable of the local geological history and botanical environment. We even got to see a dart frog which my local friends from Hawaii were amazed that we got to experience that. And the bike ride was a great finish to the day. The hike was definitely muddy but worth slogging through the bamboo to get to the waterfall.
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| Packages: | Downhill Bike & Ko'olau Waterfall Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/24 |
Reviewed by: Phil T.
We did the hike/bike/sail/snorkel and had one of the best days of our entire time on the island! Our guide was EXTREMELY knowledgeable and loved our entire tour!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/10 |
Reviewed by: shar
Amazing experience!
My dad and I did this adventure. You can really appreciate the nature of the hike. It was a lot of obstaclews getting around, but there's a lot you can see that you cant see anywhere else. I got tons of misquito bites during the hike, but so worth it! Matt was our guide and was very kind and knowledgeable. The bike trail was beautiful! Was able to see the whole view of Waikiki.
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| Packages: | Downhill Bike & Ko'olau Waterfall Hike |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/28 |
Reviewed by: ぶんた
In the first half, we rode bikes, and after lunch, we went hiking. There were no other Japanese guests besides us, but the guide had a wide range of knowledge and trivia, providing various topics to keep us engaged. Coming to Hawaii and being able to communicate without any language barrier made the travel experience feel less authentic; however, it was a great opportunity to focus on native speaking. The private jungle felt so unlike Hawaii, it was like escaping into the worlds of Lost or Jurassic Park. They provided insect repellent, but we were the only ones in long pants and boots; the other tour guests were getting bitten by mosquitoes.
前半にバイク、お昼を挟んでハイキング。
全て英語で、日本人客は自分達以外いませんでしたが、ガイドが幅広い知識と雑学を持って色々な話題を提供してくれるので飽きません。
ハワイに来て日本語が不自由なく通じてしまう事に旅の感覚が薄れてしまうところ、ネイティブのスピーキングに集中するいい経験でした。
私有地のジャングルはハワイとは思えないほど、ロストやジェラシックパークの映画の世界にエスケープした感じ。
虫除けスプレーをかしてくれますが、長ズボン、長靴は見事に私達だけで、他のツアー客は蚊に食われてました。
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Tami
This was the highlight of my vacation in Oahu. It was very well organized. We were a group of about 7 adults and 5 kids (mostly 9 year old)). The van picked us up on time and drove us to a privately owned rain-forest. Our tour-guide was extremely knowledgeable and patient. The hike wouldn't have been the same without his interesting facts. The hike itself was easy (even for the kids) but can get slippery/muddy. I would recommend using the rainboots they offered.The time went by fast; it was a nice break to be outside in a totally shaded area. We were later joined by more kids (12 kids total) and grown ups for the downhill bike ride. At first it seemed intimidating, but the tour guides did an excellent job in making sure we were safe (there was a van behind the group that alerted the guide upfront if any cars were coming by). The lunch provided (sandwiches) was delicious. The snorkeling part was my least favorite (for personal reasons...I just couldn't get the hang of it...first timer). I would recommend wearing the swimsuits underneath the hike/bike clothes, that way you don't have to change on the boat (crammed).
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Helen
We really enjoyed all activities. Our guide Jeremy was informative and made the day very enjoyable. Would recommend the hike bike sail snorkel. All Places interesting and gave us different views of Oahu
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/02 |
Reviewed by: Tracy
Best tour we have done! On time and very educational!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/14 |
Reviewed by: 93chan
I participated in various tours on my first trip to Hawaii, and this was my favorite. I had some anxiety about the English tour, but the staff were friendly, called me by my name, and spoke in easy-to-understand English. They offered to lend us boots for hiking, but no one took them up on it, so my sneakers got muddy ^^; Now it's a funny story... As for the bicycles, it would be better to correct the description of them as mountain bikes. You only go downhill from Tantalus. The bicycles don't really fall into the mountain bike category either. But it was fun. I highly recommend it to anyone interested.
初ハワイでいろいろなツアーに参加しましたが、一番のお気に入りです。英語のツアーで若干の不安がありましたが、スタッフがフレンドリーで、名前で呼んでくれ、分かりやすい英語で話してくれました。ハイキングで長靴を貸し出してくれるのですが、誰も申し出なかったので、スニーカーがドロドロに^^;今となっては笑い話ですが…自転車は、マウンテンバイクという表現は正した方がいいですね。タンタラスの丘から下るだけです。自転車もマウンテンバイクのカテゴリーには入らないし。でも、楽しかったです。興味のある方には、ぜひ参加して頂きたいです。
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/01 |
Reviewed by: まるきち
My husband had been wanting to try this bike tour down the mountain for a while. Since we were at it, we decided to add a hiking component and participated in this tour. It's quite a survival-style mountain climbing experience, different from Diamond Head and Koko Head. It has a similar vibe to the Manoa Falls Trail, but since we were allowed to enter private land, it feels even more like a jungle (laughs). Along the way, we crossed rivers and ventured down paths without trails, which I think allows for a different kind of enjoyment away from the lively atmosphere of Waikiki.
The bike ride starts with a drive to the starting point. Riding through the wind is truly refreshing. Personally, I felt like I wanted to go a bit faster, but it was still fun. Having lunch at a viewpoint overlooking Waikiki is priceless! It's a nearly full-day itinerary, but I recommend it for those who are tired of the beach.
Please be aware that there is no Japanese language support at all, so be prepared when you get in the car. Our team consisted of 12 people, including two other families and two individuals, but we were the only Japanese. All conversations were in English. It felt like being thrown into an English conversation class right from the pickup car, which was quite stimulating (laughs). It's a shame that I couldn't enjoy it even more because I didn't understand English well.
Before entering the mountain, they ask if you want to wear rubber boots. None of us on our team raised our hands, and we ended up starting the hike in sneakers... which got quite muddy, leading to a shoe wash at the hotel (tears). If you dislike washing your shoes, please muster the courage to raise your hand and say, "I will wear rubber boots!"
I recommend this for families, couples, and groups. Create some wonderful memories!
主人が前からやってみたいと行っていたのが、このバイクで山を下るツアー。
せっかくならハイキングもつけてみようということで、今回このツアーに参加しました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドやココヘッドとも違う、なかなかなサバイバル系山登りです。
マノアフォールトレイルと雰囲気が似ていますが、こちらは私有地に入れてもらっているのでさらにジャングル感が濃いです(笑)
途中に川を渡ったり、道なき道を進んだり、ちょっとワイキキのウキウキ感とは離れて楽しめると思います。
バイクは車でスタート地点まで連れて行ってくれます。風をきって走っていくのは本当に爽快です。個人的にはもう少しビュンビュン走ってみたかった気もしますが・・・でも楽しかったです。ワイキキを一望できる高台で食べるランチはプライスレス♪
ほぼ1日がかりの行程ですが、海に飽きちゃった人にはおすすめです。
ポイントは一切日本語がありませんので、それなりに覚悟を決めて車に乗り込んでください。
私たちは他に2つのファミリー、個人参加の方が2名の12名のチームでしたが、日本人は私たちのみ。会話はすべて英語です。お迎えの車の中から一気に英会話教室に放り込まれたような感覚でそれはそれは刺激的でした(笑)
きっと英語が分かればもっともっと楽しめるのにな~というのが残念です。
山に入る前に、長靴をはきますか?と聞かれます。私たちのチームは誰も手をあげなくて、何だかその流れで私たちもスニーカーで山登りに突入したのですが・・・・かなり泥んこになりホテルで靴洗い(涙)
靴洗いが嫌な方は勇気を持って「長靴はきます!」で手を挙げてくださいね。
ファミリーにもご夫婦にもグループにもおすすめです。楽しい想い出を作ってください!
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Anna
this day out is well worth it. our guide Terii was very enthusatic about Hawaii its culture, history, forna etc. The highlight would have to be swimming with the turtles at the end. The day is extremely organised, good food, heaps of snacks etc.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Emi
We loved this tour, was fantastic!
It was a perfect way to know more about Hawaii!!!
Our guides were the best!
All in these tour is perfect and highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Kualoa Mountain Biking (with Transportation from Waikiki) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Baileys
Whole day excursion, Was wonderful! Our guide Terii was very informative about things of Hawaii and he was with us the whole day able to answer questions about most anything ;)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Mackenzie
We had an incredible time during our adventure! Our guide, Jeremy, was very knowledgable about Hawaii and patient with slower patrons. 100% would recommend this to everyone!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Pham
My family had a great time hiking and downhill biking. Our tour guide, Josh (a high school teacher), was very helpful and informative. We'll do again next time visiting Oahu. Thank you.
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| Packages: | Downhill Bike & Ko'olau Waterfall Hike |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/03 |
Reviewed by: michelle
So much fun. Our guide was fabulous. He knew everything Hawaii related. All the activities were amazing. And all we had to do was show up and participate. I'd recommend this tour to anyone who wants an active Hawaii experience. I learned so much on our hike.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/21 |
Reviewed by: MAE
As an avid cyclist, a bit more of a workout might have been better, but understanding that everyone is not, the leisurely group tour was fine/good. Our guide, Mattius was easygoing, yet professional and made the excursion both informative and fun. I recommend this tour for anyone at the beginning level who is looking to see some beautiful scenery!
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| Packages: | Kualoa Mountain Biking (with Transportation from Waikiki) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/16 |
Reviewed by: micky
I participated with my father.
Although the weather was unfortunate, I felt a bit moved when we finally reached the waterfall!
The guide spoke entirely in English. Since I only understood a little, I couldn't follow the explanations during the hike, but walking through the jungle was fun.
After the hike, we raced down the paved path on mountain bikes.
It was a cold day, so the wind while biking was very chilly, but I think it would have felt amazing if the weather had been nice.
父と参加しました。
あいにくの天気でしたが、滝までたどり着いたときは少し感動しました!
ガイドはすべて英語です。片言しかわからない為ハイキング途中の説明とかはわかりませんでしたが、ジャングルの中を歩くのは楽しかったです。
ハイキングの後、マウンテンバイクで舗装された道を駆け抜けました。
寒い日だったので、自転車での風がとても寒かったですが、天気がよければ最高に気持ちよかったと思います。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/17 |
Reviewed by: toni turnham
Enjoyed getting off the beaten track, the hike is fairly easy, but expect to get a little muddy. The bike ride takes you up into the hills above the city so you get a great view out over Waikiki and Diamond head.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/24 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
These guys a re amazing! Jeremy picked us up on time, drove safely to get us to the top of the mountain, and then guided us down before feeding us a tasty and healthy lunch, and the. Took us us to the most amazing rainforest I have ever seen. There was no other hikers to have to negotiate around! It was a highlight of our trip! A must do in Oahu. My parents and Aunty and uncle were with us and loved it also. We could stop and take as many photos as we wanted because there is no rush!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/22 |
Reviewed by: Eric
This was one of the best parts of our vacation! We had so much fun and it was very easy in terms of transportation and everything else. The tour guide was just amazing very insightful and even gave us more tips on what to do in our remaining days. I would definitely recommend!!!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/22 |
Reviewed by: かんちゃん
This time, I participated with my 8-year-old son, and everyone else, including the guide, was foreign. Naturally, all the explanations were in English, so it was a bit confusing, but we managed somehow.
The eco-hiking was a bit fast-paced, so even if your child can ride a bike, it might be tough for smaller kids.
In the afternoon, we went mountain biking, and it was refreshing! Since we were riding on regular roads, we decided to request a trailer for safety, which was the right choice! One of the children from another family seemed scared going downhill and kept falling behind. My son really enjoyed it and said he wants to go again! The sandwiches we had for lunch were also delicious.
今回、8歳の息子と2人で参加しましたが、私達以外はガイドさんも含め
全て外国人の方てした。
当然、全て英語での説明なので、ちんぷんかんぷんでしたが、
何とかなりました。
エコハイキングは、若干歩くスピードが早めなので、
自転車に乗れても、小さいお子さんには辛いかもしれません。
午後からマウンテンバイクでしたが、これは気分爽快でした!
普通の車道を走るので、安全を考え
トレーラーも申し込みましが、これは正解でした!
他のファミリーで来ていた子どもさんが、下りで怖かったのか、
ずっと遅れがちになってしまってました。
息子はかなり気に入ったようで、また行きたい!
と喜んでました。
お昼に配られたサンドイッチも美味しかったです。
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| Packages: | マノア滝ハイキング(6~8月限定) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/23 |
Reviewed by: Brian
This was probably our favorite thing we did in Hawaii. Matteus (sp?) took us on an amazing jungle hike and even took photos along the way. We ended up and an awesome waterfall that you could never find on your own. The downhill bike ride was fun too, despite the pouring rain.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Kazkiwinicbags
Awesome day, guides were amazing and very informative, well worth the money, don't forget to take an underwater camera too
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/23 |
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ありがとう、あなたの優しい言葉に感謝します!またすぐに私たちを訪れてください。
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