Reviewed by: MIKIO
Last time, my younger son was 8 years old and couldn't ride, but my 11-year-old daughter and husband had a great experience. This time, we were able to have the best horseback riding experience as a family of four with my now 10-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter. We definitely want to go horseback riding again next time!
前回は下の息子が8歳で乗馬出来ず…11歳の娘と主人が体験してとても良かったと言う事で今回は10歳になった息子と13歳の娘の家族4人で最高の乗馬体験が出来て良かったです。次回も必ず乗馬はしたいです!!
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| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
Reviewed by: Dスケ
We participated on a weekday in December, just the two of us. The bus arrived on schedule, and we boarded. As mentioned in previous reviews, air conditioning is generally set quite strong in Hawaii, so it's essential to have something like a hoodie or jacket for the bus ride. Upon arrival, we received our entry tickets and headed into the facility.
First, we stored our belongings in lockers, which are operated by a PIN code. As long as you don't make a mistake, you can open and close them as many times as you want throughout the day. The food court, which requires money, is also close to the lockers, so you can easily take out your phone or wallet whenever needed, even without a waterproof case.
Near the lockers, there are showers and changing rooms, but since everyone was wearing swimsuits on the way in, we only used them on the way back. Inside the facility, there are over ten attractions, and since there were about 200 visitors that day, we could enjoy almost everything without much waiting. However, it seemed that the attractions rotated every hour.
One attraction that was particularly popular among males over 10 years old was The FlowRider, which is an additional fee attraction where you can enjoy bodyboarding or small surfing on a man-made high-speed water flow. To participate, you need to provide a copy of your passport and sign a waiver for injury responsibility, along with paying $10 (or $5 for bodyboarding), and then you receive a special wristband that allows you to join. Once you have the wristband, you can try as many times as you want afterward. Each session lasts about six minutes, and participants line up at the end of the queue. When it's your turn, you choose which board to use and give it a try.
I had no surfing experience, but I had some experience with snowboarding, so I decided to give it a shot, but I couldn't ride the waves at all and failed miserably... It wasn't until my second attempt that I managed to stand up a little. The setup is visible from the food court and rest area in the center of the facility, so I felt the gaze of others, and as someone who wasn't very skilled, I felt a bit embarrassed, but I still had fun. If there were something like this in Japan, I would want to go multiple times because it was so enjoyable.
There were also a large wave pool, a lazy river, and a heated pool (spa), all of which had lifeguards, making it suitable for families to enjoy. The food court offered decent taste for around $100, with portions that felt very American, so sharing one meal between two people might be a good idea.
At 2:30 PM, all attractions except for the pools closed, but as mentioned earlier, since there was hardly any waiting, we were able to enjoy all the attractions and even had a little time left over. If you want to make the most of your time, I recommend renting a car instead of taking the bus.
12月の平日に二人で参加。
バスは予定通りの時間に到着し、乗車。事前の感想にもあったが、基本的にハワイは全て冷房が強めに設定されているのでバス内では、パーカーなど羽織るものが必須。到着すると入場券を貰って施設内へ。
まず、ロッカーに荷物を預けるが、ロッカーは暗証番号式で、操作を間違えなければ1日に何度でも開閉でき、お金を使うフードコートもロッカーの近くにあるため、携帯や財布の防水ケースが無くても、都度取り出して使用することも可能。
ロッカー近くにシャワー、更衣室もあるが、行きはみんな水着を着てるので使用するのは帰りぐらい。
施設内は10個以上のアトラクションがあり、当日は入場者は200人ぐらいだったので、どれもほぼ待たずに乗れる。ただし乗れるアトラクションは1時間ごとに交代するようでした。
10代以上の男性に人気だったのが、入園料とは別料金だが、ザ・フローライダーという、人工的につくった高速で水流の上で、ボディボードや小さめのサーフィンを楽しむアトラクション。参加するにはパスポートのコピーとケガの自己責任承諾、あとは10ドル(ボディボードは5ドル)を払い、専用のリストバンドを付けると参加出来る。一度リストバンドを付けるとそれ以降は何度でもトライ出来る。一人6分ぐらいのプレイ時間で、参加希望者は列の最後尾に並び、自分の番になれば、どちらのボードを使うか選びトライする。
サーフィンの経験はないが、スノーボードはそれなりに経験があったのでやってみたが、全然波に乗れず惨敗…。
二回目でようやく少し立てた程度。
設置場所が、施設中央のフードコートと休憩所から見える所にあり、他の方の視線を感じ、下手な私は少し恥ずかしかったが楽しめました。日本にもあれば何回も通いたくなる面白さでした。
他にも、波の出る大きなプールや流れるプール、温水プール(スパ)があり、全てのプールに監視員が付いていたので、家族連れでも十分楽しめそうでした。
フードコートは100ドル前後で味はそこそこ、量はアメリカンという感じだったので、2人で1つぐらいでいいかも。
2時半にプール以外の全てのアトラクションが終了するが、先ほど書いたようにほぼ並ぶことがないので、全てのアトラクションを楽しむことは十分出来るし、時間が少し余るぐらいだったので、時間を有効に使いたいなら、バスよりレンタカーがオススメです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ソフトドリンク飲み放題プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/05 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ
It was over in a flash, but I had a great time. I think even those who feel scared can enjoy it. I highly recommend it.
あっと言う間でしたが、楽しかったです。
怖く感じる方でも楽しめると思います。
とてもおすすめです。
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| Packages: | 高さ45メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Nana
There were a lot of participants on the tour! Most of them were Japanese, but there were also people from various other countries, which made it fun! The Angel's Sea was truly beautiful! It was very cold, but the clear, endless stunning scenery was amazing! The hamburger for lunch was delicious, and I was satisfied to see sea turtles! There was plenty of time for the final snorkeling session; it was cold at first, but as I got used to it, I was able to see corals and fish, and search for sea turtles, making for a fulfilling time! The guide was wonderful too!
ツアー参加者がとても多かったです!日本人がほとんどでしたが、ほかにもいろいろな国から参加されていたので、たのしかったです☆天使の海、ホントにキレイでした!とっても寒かったけど、透き通ったどこまでも続くとってもステキな景色でした!ランチのハンバーガーも美味しく、ウミガメも見れて満足です!最後のシュノーケルも時間がたっぷりあり、はじめは寒かったのですが、慣れてくるとサンゴと魚をみたり、ウミガメをさがしたり、充実した時間を過ごせました!ガイドさんもステキでした!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: 佐々木
As the title suggests, the beauty of the scenery and the number of marine creatures visible greatly differ depending on where you sit. Inside the submarine, the seating is divided into the right and left rows, and this time, the left row was overwhelmingly better (we were in the right row). However, for us ordinary people who rarely have the chance to explore the ocean, it is undoubtedly a valuable experience. I believe this is one event you should definitely participate in when you come to Hawaii.
タイトルの通り、座る席で景色の美しさや見られる海洋生物の数が大きく異なる。潜水艦の中は右列と左列で分かれており、今回の潜水は圧倒的に左列が良かった(※自分達は右列でした)。ただし、なかなか海の中を冒険する機会がない我々一般人にとっては、貴重な体験となることは間違いない。
是非、ハワイに来た際は参加すべきイベントの1つだと思います。
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| Packages: | プレミアム・サブマリン<定員64名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/01 |
Reviewed by: ArielSE
It's almost a sin to miss ATV ride at Kualoa Ranch. Your Hawaiian adventure is incomplete if you haven't been to ATV rides. We have 2 boys aged 10 and 13 and the Multi-Passenger allowed them to experience this journey. Staff were great and our lead driver made sure we got the most of our ride.
Also shout out to Marisa Lopez at Veltra who provided great advice to my questions and was able to re-book due to weather. Great customer service!
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| Packages: | 1 Hour Multi Passenger (until 03/31/2018) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/14 |
Reviewed by: Beginner_Surfer
This is the 1st time I have enrolled with Hans Hedemann and staff. Staff was really nice as my son and I took the surf class in the 2hr group lesson. Two hours is plenty of time for the group size and I did not have to wait for other surfers on the water at all. I had taken the KOA lessons (also on Waikiki) earlier and Hans' School is much better in terms of distance to paddle to get to the surf location as well as the student to instructor ratio. Our package also included shuttle, pictures and a T-shirt which is awesome. My son (14yrs) said it was the best activity of the trip which is great since it's so hard to impress teens now-a-days. Because of the inclusiveness of the package and the surf location, we would definitely repeat and highly recommend this school.
Aloha,
We are so happy you and your son enjoyed the lesson! Here at Hans Hedemann Surf School we strive for excellence. We appreciate your great review and we hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo for surfing with us!
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| Packages: | Group Lesson (2 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: mimi
As soon as we boarded, we had a buffet-style lunch. After finishing, we went out to the deck and felt the wind while heading out to Waikiki. The view of the hotels in Waikiki and Diamond Head was stunning, and just that alone made me feel great and glad to have participated.
The long-awaited whales appeared, with a pod of about four spouting water and showing their backs and tails repeatedly.
And then, one finally jumped! It leaped vertically, showing us its white and black mottled belly. Lucky!
During the latter part of the cruise, many participants had returned inside the ship, so it was worth staying outside. It was sudden and brief, so I couldn't take a photo, but it was a whale watching tour that left a lasting impression and was very satisfying.
乗船してすぐブッフェ式のランチ。食べ終えて外のデッキへ出て風に吹かれながら、ワイキキ沖へ出て行くと、ワイキキのホテル群、ダイヤモンドヘッドの景色が素晴らしく、まずはそれだけでも気持ちよくて、参加してよかったと思いました。
待望のクジラは、四頭ほどの群れが潮吹き、背中や尻尾を何度も何度も見せてくれました。
そして、ついに一頭がジャンプ!
縦に垂直に上半身あたり(?)まで飛んで、こちらに白っぽくて黒いまだら模様のあるお腹側を見せてくれました。ラッキー!
クルージング後半で、参加者の多くは船内に戻っていた時間帯、外で頑張っていた甲斐がありました。突然で、一瞬だったので写真は撮れなかったけど、目に焼き付けて大満足のホエールウォッチングツアーとなりました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Veronica
My husand and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary with this romantic sunset dinner cruise. The atmosphere, entertainment, and food was perfect. Thanks for helping make our anniversary special! !!!!
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/31 |
Reviewed by: YOSHI
The horseback riding at Kualoa was enjoyable and safe for a large group, making it fun even for beginners. The weather had a bit of rain at first, but it cleared up later, allowing us to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kualoa Ranch with its mix of clouds and sunshine.
クアロアの乗馬は大人数で安心して廻れるので、ビギナーでも楽しめました。
天気は最初に少しだけ雨が降りましたが、後半は雨も上がって、曇ったり・晴れたりと素晴らしいクアロア牧場の景色も楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/31 |
Reviewed by: mrk2040
Unfortunately, we couldn't see any whales. However, we had a beautiful view of Waikiki and Diamond Head. They were distributing free tickets (without meals) when we got off. We didn't order any meals, but it was possible to order meals on the day of the event.
残念ながら、クジラは見れませんでした。でも、ワイキキの街とダイヤモンドヘッドがとてもきれいに見れました。降りる際に、無料の券(食事はつかない)を配布していました。私たちは、食事を申し込みませんでしたが、当日でも食事の申し込みは出来ました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are sorry that you were unable to observe any whales this time. Please do come back to search for whales again! All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨を観測いただく事が出来ず残念に思います。
是非また鯨を探しにいらして下さい!
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: mrk2040
I signed up at the request of my children. I was worried about my 4-year-old and 6-year-old, but they were able to shake hands with the dolphins. They said kissing them smelled like fish, so they didn't do that (laughs). The dolphin pool was deeper than I expected, and since the kids couldn't touch the bottom, I had to hold them the whole time. We signed up for the first time slot in the morning, and after it was over, we were able to relax by having a meal in the park, watching the dolphin show, and playing on the playground equipment.
子供のリクエストで申し込みました。4歳と6歳の子供たち、大丈夫かなと心配していましたが、イルカと握手出来ました。キスは魚の匂いがすると言ってやりませんでしたが(笑)イルカのプールは思ったよりも深く、子供たちは足がつかないのでずっと抱っこしていました。朝一番の時間で申し込みましたが、終わって、パークの中で食事したり、イルカショーを見たり、遊具で遊んだりとゆったり過ごせました。
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/26 |
Reviewed by: gregory
VERY FRIENDLY STAFF BOTH AT SUTTLE PICK UP AND ON THE CRUISE. THE MAJESTIC (ATLANTIS) SHIP IS VERY CLEAN AS EXPECTED WITH VERY GOOD CREW MEMBERS. THE NATURALIST EXPLAINED WHAT WHALES ARE DOING IN THE HAWAII AREA. FOR ALL OF MY FAMILY THE SEAS AND WEATHER WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE SIZE OF THIS VESSEL. SEAS WERE ABOUT 3 TO 4 FEET WITH TRADE WINDS AT 15 MPH. SO FOR ALL OF US VERY NICE. REMEMBER THIS IS HAWAII. WARM YES.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: mrk2040
I enjoyed both the hula dance and the impersonation show. Since it was Christmas, they also sang Christmas songs. The children seemed to have a great time, especially enjoying the Michael Jackson dance. The meal before the show was delicious, and the location at the Royal Hawaiian Center was very easy to find, which was great.
フラダンスとモノマネショーの両方を見れて、楽しかったです。クリスマスだったので、クリスマスソングも歌ってくれました。子供たちは、マイケルジャクソンのダンスがすごかった~とそれなりに楽しめたようです。ショーの前の食事も美味しかったですし、場所もロイヤルハワイアンセンターということでとても分かりやすくてよかったです。
Thank you very much for visiting us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again when you come to Hawaii.
この度は、ご来場頂きまして、誠にありがとうございました。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私どもも大変嬉しく思っております。また、ハワイにお越しの際には、ご来場頂けます様、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェディナー(2階席) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Tomas
We had Jim as our pilot entertained us with facts and fun! You need to do this to see Hawaii as it was. He got in close to the mountains and the falls where you could never hike it was unforgettable and worth every penny ! Thanks Jim !
Thanks, Tomas, for your nice review. I'm happy that you enjoyed your tour with Jim. Please come visit us again.
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| Packages: | Ali'i Sacred Falls Flight [60 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Jesse Staggs
Tour Guide Cody did a fantastic job in all aspects from his professional driving to his knowledge
of the history of the complete Tour. Very enjoyable.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour [No Lunch] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/30 |
Reviewed by: Cody Staggs
Private instruction was greatly informative. The group class should have been segregated from private and semi-private classes since they were not supervised as they should have been. they were like herding cats and safety was compromised.
Aloha Cody,
We would like to thank you for your time at Hans Hedemann Surf School. Your review is greatly appreciated and your feedback will be used to better our services for the future. We hope you enjoyed your lesson regardless of the chaos in the water. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Private Lesson (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: kai
The meeting point is in front of the Duke statue. It takes about 15 minutes to the dock. During that time, I was asked to sign an English waiver. There were just over 10 participants, and we were the only Japanese. The others spoke English, Korean, and Filipino.
At check-in, you need to present payment or a voucher to receive a ticket with the length of the rope indicated. When boarding the boat, you hand the ticket to the crew, but I don't think they check the rope length very carefully. I felt that everyone was treated the same during parasailing.
Once we headed offshore on the boat, we were fitted with parasailing equipment in the order we sat. There is storage for personal belongings at your feet, but since things can get wet and you might move seats, it's better to bring less.
Parasailing started with upbeat music playing loudly. We flew in pairs. The thigh straps served as a seat, making for a comfortable ride, similar to being on a high swing.
There were three unexpected things.
The first was that as a service, at the end of the parasailing, they drop you into the water. Americans love this kind of thing and everyone was really excited. An American on board even requested to do it twice! As a Japanese person, I wasn't quite prepared for getting wet.
The second was that a long time ago, when I did parasailing in Waikiki, it was near the beach, so I could see the coral well. This time, we were further out, so the water was deep and I couldn't see any coral, which was disappointing. There were also parasailing boats near the beach, so I think it's good to choose a tour based on your preference.
The third was that we were asked for tips on the boat. Since I participated with the mindset of a Japanese tour, I didn't have many small dollar bills on hand, which made me feel a bit apologetic.
The weather was perfect, the scenery was beautiful, and it was a very enjoyable experience without anything scary. For those considering participation, as mentioned earlier, you will get quite wet, so don't forget a bath towel. Also, bring some cash for tips.
集合はデューク像前。船着場まで約15分。その間、免責関係の英語の書面にサインを求められた。参加者は10名強。日本人は私たちのみ。他には英語、韓国語、フィリピン語…の人たち。
チェックイン時、支払いかバウチャーを提示し、ロープ長の記されたチケットをもらう。船に乗り込む際、チケットを乗務員に渡すのだが、ほぼロープ長は確認していないと思う。パラセーリング中も全員同じだとおもった。
ボートで沖合に出ると、座った順にパラセーリングの装備をつけてもらう。手荷物などは足元に収納があるが濡れたり、席を移動していくので少なめにした方が無難。
ノリノリの音楽を大音量でかけながらパラセーリングがスタート。2名ずつのフライ。
太ももの装備がイス代わりで乗り心地(?)も上々、高めの空中ブランコのような乗り心地。
3つ想定外な事があった。
1つ目はサービスでパラセーリングの最後に水中へドボンしてくれる。アメリカ人はこういう事が大好きでみんな大興奮。同乗のアメリカ人は2回つけて!とリクエストするくらい。日本人としては「え〜濡れる!」とやや心の準備が足りなかった。
2つ目は大昔、ワイキキでパラセーリングをしたときはビーチ近くでしたので珊瑚がよく見えた。今回は沖の方だったので海が深く珊瑚が見えず残念… ビーチの方でもパラセーリングのボートが出ていたので好みでツアーを選んでも良いと思う。
3つ目は船の中でチップを求められた事。日本のツアーの気分で参加したので少額のドル紙幣の持ち合わせがあまりなくちょっと申し訳なかった。
お天気も最高だったので、景色もよく、怖いこともなく、非常に楽しく参加できた。参加を検討されている方、前述の通りしっかり濡れるので、バスタオルをお忘れなく。また、チップも。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/高さ150メートル エキストリームライド |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: MTsukakoshi
I participated in a morning tour without breakfast. It's convenient because you can go shopping in the afternoon after joining the morning tour. However, the tour only had explanations in English, which was very inconvenient. We saw the tails of three whales. The journey took about two and a half hours out at sea.
早朝の朝食なしツアーに参加しました。早朝のに参加すると午後ショッピングに出かけられるので便利です。ツアー自体は英語の説明だけでしたのでとても不便でした。クジラは3頭テール(尻尾)が見れました。海に出て約2時間半くらいの行程です。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. On some days, the whales are very active and jump high out of the water. We hope you will come back to see such whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
日によってはとてもアクティブな鯨で、大きくジャンプしてくれる時もあります。
是非またそんな鯨を見にいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お客様のまたのお越しをお待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/27 |
Reviewed by: ハンソロ
I participated in the VIP tour. The dinner with lobster and steak was delicious. However, there was some time left after finishing our meal before the show started, which felt a bit tedious. The show was enjoyable and well-paced. However, I found that the content might be a bit difficult to understand for those who are not of an older age group.
VIPツアーに参加しました。ディナーのロブスター、ステーキとも美味しくてよかったです。ただ、ショーが始まるまで、食べ終えてからも時間が余って、もてあます感じでした。ショーは、楽しくて、進行もよくてよかったです。ただ、やはり年齢層が高くないと、ちょっと分かりにくい内容でした。
Thank you very much for attending. We appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the waiting time and the content of the show. We will make efforts to improve. We sincerely look forward to your visit again when you come to Hawaii.
この度は、ご来場頂きまして、誠にありがとうございました。待ち時間、ショーの内容等、貴重なご意見ありがとうございます。改善できるよう、努力していきます。また、ハワイにお越しの際には、ご来場頂けます様、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | VIPコースディナー(ステージ前テーブル席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: GuyinAZ
This was our first trip to Oahu therefore our first opportunity to visit the USS Arizona, Pearl Harbor and the USS Missouri. We were staying in Ko O'lina on the west side of the island and found very few tours that originated from the leeward side. We are so pleased this tour was offered with hotel pick up.
Our guide, a doppelgänger for Santa Claus, was funny an quite informative. The amount of time provided at each site was exactly enough for us. We feel like we got to cross a few things off our bucket list thanks to this tour.
We certainly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | [8:30 AM] Ko Olina Departure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/14 |
Reviewed by: Ds111
Great service. You normally have to get to Bay early. Parking is very limited. We overslept. We were able to make reservation and catch shuttle to Bay. They did all possible to fit us in with 2 -3 hours notice. There are 4 pickups a day in Waikiki. They have all gear you need on the shuttle or you can bring your own. Beautiful place
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/30 |
Reviewed by: Roc & Nats
This was a must do activity and was made excellent by our host "Cousin Bo" who was informative and entertaining. The event itself was fantastic, the show was very professional and the story of the Pacific islands well executed. The fire dance at the end was visually stunning and well worth it. Location was beautiful and the trip there was pretty too. The activities and food were probably not my ideal, but we would absolutely recommend going for the actual performance. We booked the royal experience. The chief is a real comedian and the evening was good fun all round.
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/30 |
Reviewed by: あっきー
This was my second visit to Gunstock Ranch. This time, I mistakenly entered "Kahuku" instead of "Lai'e" into the rental car's navigation system, so I got quite lost before arriving... Upon arrival, I signed the liability waiver, had my luggage stored, and borrowed a helmet before heading out for horseback riding! The course was supposed to be one hour, but I think we ended up riding for over an hour. Last time, we had photos taken at the photo points, but this time, since the Travel Maker's donkey was with us (laughs), the staff member seemed to forget about taking pictures, so we didn't get any... However, the horses were all smart and gentle, making for a very pleasant riding experience. I would love to experience horseback riding here again on my next trip to Hawaii.
2度目のガンストック牧場。
今回はレンタカーのカーナビ入力で「ライエ」ではなく間違って「カフク」にしてしまったのでだいぶ迷いながら到着しました・・・
到着すると免責書類にサインをし、荷物を預かってもらい、ヘルメットを貸してもらいいざ乗馬!!
1時間コースでしたが1時間以上乗馬をしていたかと思います。
前回は写真ポイントで写真を撮って頂いたのですが、今回はトラベルメーカーのロバちゃん(笑)もついてきていたので、スタッフのお姉さんも写真のことを忘れていたのか、写真は撮って頂けませんでした・・・
しかし馬たちもかしこく大人しい馬ばかりでとても気持ちが良い乗馬体験が出来ました。
次回もハワイへ行った際はここで乗馬を体験したいです。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: ATV FUN
Best ATV tour I have ever be on, and I've been on a lot. The view was incredible. I can't wait til my next trip, try a new adventure at the Kualoa Ranch.
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| Packages: | Single-Passenger ATV (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Cody
We had a great time on our trip and the guys were funny. We went on the last trip of the day and it felt a bit rushed. I paid extra for the Xtreme Parasail package which advertises 10-12 minutes but only got just over 6 minutes from my recorded GoPro time. We ended up going with the photo package and the pics turned out great. Thank you for the great experience.
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| Packages: | X-Treme Ride [1000 feet] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Nick
We enjoyed the cruise. The staff was very attentive to us. Dinner was first. Unfortunately the dinner lasted through the sunset and we were seated on the opposite side of the boat. So didn't really see the sunset. We did the crab legs dinner. It was nice. Make sure you get seconds when they offer. They come around a 1 time. The entertainment was fun. The dancers performed in the middle of the deck. That is why dinner is quick. The Honolulu lights at night are a pretty sight. The night was breezy so bring a sweater to through on in case.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: たかまお
This time, due to time constraints, we opted for this optional tour separate from the travel agency's tour. We chose the highest height of 150 meters. There were four other groups besides us, making a total of five groups. First, we gathered at the Ambassador Hotel near our accommodation and took a trolley, arriving at the port in about 10 minutes. The check-in was quick, as we just showed the voucher saved on our smartphone, and it was done in five minutes! Then we set sail!
There were some waves, but it wasn't enough to make anyone seasick. However, one lady from the first pair slipped and hit her bottom hard (laughs). The other three groups finished without any issues. The Chinese couple in front of us handed us their smartphone, and we took a ton of pictures from takeoff to landing (including one where they were kissing).
When it was our turn, the staff asked in English, "Shall we take a photo? It's $35," to which I replied, "YES," and we got ready to fly. We were told that using a selfie stick was at our own risk, but we brought one along. The height of 150 meters was scarier than I imagined, but I got used to it after a while and was very satisfied with the views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and even whales!!! It was also fun when the staff playfully lowered us to the point where our feet got wet before we were picked up.
Since we were the last group, it felt like we flew for a bit longer. In the end, we received an SD card and paid $35 plus a tip. On the way back, instead of taking the shuttle bus, we walked along Waikiki Beach and stopped by Ala Moana Center before heading home.
We anticipated some splashes while on the boat, so we wore swimsuits. I think it's better to wear a swimsuit or clothes that can get wet. After returning, I was very satisfied to see that they had taken 70 photos for us. I highly recommend everyone to join this tour!!!
今回は時間の都合もあり旅行会社のツアーとは別にこのオプショナルツアーを申し込みました。高さは一番高い150メートルを選択しました。
自分たちの他に4組いたので計5組でした。まず宿泊していたホテルの近くにあるアンバサダーホテルに集合してトロリーに乗りそこから10分程で港に到着しました。手続きもスマートフォンに保存していたバウチャーを見せて5分で終了!そして出航!
波は少しありましたが船酔いで吐くほどではありませんでした。しかし、最初のペアの1人のおばちゃんが滑ってお尻強打してました(笑)他の3組は何事も無く無事に終了。
私達の前の中国人カップルにはスマホを渡され飛び立つところから回収されるところまで写メを爆裂撮りました。(チューしてるところも)
私達の順番になりスタッフから「写真撮ろうか?35ドルだよ」と英語で言われ「YES」と答え飛ぶ準備をしました。自撮り棒は自己責任でということだったのですが持って飛びました。
150メートルという高さは想像以上に高くて怖かったのですが、しばらくすれば慣れてしまいワイキキの景色、ダイヤモンドヘッド、クジラも見えて大満足でした!!!回収される前にスタッフのイタズラで足が水に浸かるぐらいまで降ろされたのも楽しかったです。
最後の1組だったため飛んでる時間も若干長かった気がします。最後にSDカードをもらい35ドル+チップを払いました。帰りは、送迎のバスに乗らずワイキキのビーチを歩いてアラモアナセンターに寄って帰りました。
船に乗っている間水しぶきがあると予想していたので私達は水着を着用していきました。水着を着用するか、濡れても良い服を着て行った方が良いと思います。
帰ってから撮って頂いた写真を見ると70枚も撮ってくれていて大変満足でした。
皆さん是非このツアーに参加することをお勧めします!!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/高さ150メートル エキストリームライド |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/19 |
Reviewed by: プップクプー
I chose Gunstock Ranch from the many horseback riding plans available. Since I don't know about other horseback riding experiences, I can't compare, but I truly recommend Gunstock Ranch. First of all, the horses are calm and easy to ride. I had no anxiety at all. I didn't understand the English explanations very well, but it's reassuring even for first-timers. And above all, the course is fantastic. There are mountains and the sea, so I wasn't bored from start to finish. This time, I took the one-hour course, and I think it's just the right amount of time. If it were any longer, my legs might get tired...
たくさんある乗馬プランの中から、このガンストック牧場を選びました。他の乗馬を知らないので、比べられませんが、ガンストック牧場は本当にお勧めです。まずは馬がおとなしくて乗りやすいです。全く不安がありませんでした。英語の説明はよくわかりませんでしたが、初めての方でも安心です。そして何よりもコースが最高です。山あり海ありで、最初から最後まで退屈しませんでした。今回は1時間コースでしたが、調度良い時間だと思います。それ以上長いと足が疲れてしまうかも・・・。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/27 |
Reviewed by: りょう
We formed groups of four and enjoyed a leisurely horseback ride while taking in the seaside views. The horses were well-trained and intelligent.
4人づつパーティーになって、海辺の景色を見ながらののんびりとした乗馬でした。きちんと調教された賢い馬たちでした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/24 |
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Aloha,
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
We look forward to your next visit.
アロハ、
貴重なご意見ありがとうございました。
又のお越しをお待ち申し上げます。