Reviewed by: Joni Giacomino
This was the greatest! My 7 year old daughter had a great time and the crew was really caring about her experience. I will definitely do this again! I recommend this charter to everyone. Gives you a whole new perspective on sharks!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Joni Giacomino
A great experience. Saw many whales and the crew was really great. I would recommend this activity to everyone.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Terry Gordon
Exceeded our expectations. Never a dull moment from twelve noon to the end of the show. Be sure you get a guide. The guest-participation activities were a particular treat -- spear-throwing, poi ball twirling, drums, it was all great fun. And the evening show was truly spectacular. This was well worth the money and well worth the trip to the North side of the island.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/03/22 |
Reviewed by: ハワイでは必ず乗馬ファミリー
We are a family that always goes horseback riding in Hawaii. So far, we have ridden in one place on Kauai, three places on Oahu, one place on Molokai, one place on Maui, and one place on the Big Island. This year, we were planning to go horseback riding on Lanai, but we learned that Gunstock Ranch started offering rides last year. Considering the time saved by not having to travel to another island, we quickly booked an afternoon ride online.
After passing through Kahuku from the North Shore, we spotted the sign on the right after about five minutes! We turned right and climbed a bit up the mountain, arriving at a ranch that was completely untouched by tourism. Immediately, friendly dogs and sheep came to greet us. We made our way past the horses that were grazing in the back and found the guides, all of whom were women. After chatting, we learned that they were Mrs. Smith, the ranch owner, her daughter, and a part-time worker from Colorado who came to study at a university in Hawaii.
Although they didn't speak any Japanese, it felt like visiting a neighbor's house for check-in, creating a very homey atmosphere. As we started riding, it felt as if we had chartered the entire experience just for our family. We passed through the rodeo practice area and the training area for the horses, navigating through trees that made us feel like we were in an orchard. While riding, we picked and ate guava, and after climbing for an hour, we reached a viewpoint overlooking the North Shore, Kahuku, and the northeastern sea. We took commemorative photos and videos with this beautiful scenery as our backdrop, watching the sunset behind the mountains as it illuminated the southern part of Kahuku while chatting with our guide on the way back down to the ranch center in 30 minutes.
I wouldn't recommend this for first-time overseas riders, but for those who are tired of touristy horseback riding and can speak a little English, I think this is the best place on Oahu. We were treated to a beautiful sunset that made us forget we were even on Oahu.
ハワイでは必ず乗馬をするファミリー家族です。今までにカウアイ島で1箇所、オアフ島で3箇所、モロカイ島で1箇所、マウイ島で1箇所、ハワイ島で1箇所、今年はラナイ島で乗馬でもしようと計画していたところ、ここガンストック牧場で昨年からやり始めたとの情報を得、わざわざ離島まで行って乗馬することを考えればかなりの時間の節約と考えさっそくネットでアフタヌーン乗馬を予約。ノースからカフクを通り過ぎ約5分ぐらいで右手に看板発見!右折して山側にすこし登るとまったく観光化されていない牧場のたたずまい、早速人懐こいワンちゃんや羊がよって来て歓迎ムード、奥へ放牧されている馬さんたちをよけながら先に進みガイドさん?たちを発見、みなさん女性でお話をしたら牧場主のスミス婦人とそのお嬢さんとコロラド州からハワイの大学へ来たアルバイトのお嬢さんの3人でした。まったく日本語は通じませんがまるでとなりの家へ遊びに行きチェックインも、アットホームな感じ、早速乗馬し我々家族だけのまるでチャーターしたみたいな一行は一路ロデオ練習場や馬を乗馬用になれさせる練習場を通り過ぎ山へ谷へ果樹園と思わせる木々の中を通り過ぎ馬上からグアバをもぎとり食べながら又山へ、1時間も登ると北はノースショアーからカフクそして北東の海海、この景色をバックに記念写真とビデオを撮り、山陰にかくれた太陽の夕日が先のカフクの南を照らすのを見ながらガイドとおしゃべりをしながら牧場中心地へ30分で下山。初めての海外乗馬の方にはお勧め出来ないが、観光乗馬に飽きた方、少し英語がお話できる方にはオアフ島では1番良いところと思います。オアフ島にいる事を忘れてしまいそうなきれいなサンセットを見させていただきました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Vicki from Roseville CA
We took the catamaran trip to whale watch on the north shore of oahu and it did live up to it's promise. We saw not only whales but sharks and a large sea turtle. The crew was great, seems like a family business. We took the trip to celebrate my mom's birthday and let's just say....she is still talking about it!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Sandy
This was a great whale watch. Saw 5 whales jumping out of the water, 4 others swimming near the boat and a mother nursing a baby whale just to our left.
Very enjoyable.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Sandy
This was an awesome experience. You can't get any closer than this to live sharkes in the oceans. I could have reached out and touch them - but highly discouraged to do so.
This is an awesome experience and a great way to view sharks in thier own natural environment. Very graceful and peaceful to watch.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/11 |
Reviewed by: ErikanMichael
this is definitely not for the faint of heart! Although sharks do NOT like to eat humans (as it is commonly believed)! It is very exhilarating to watch them all around you. We would recommend it to anyone looking to have the experience of their lives!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Not to miss!
The first major activity my friends and I did during our 4 day stay on Oahu and I have to say it was an amazing time, and definitely worth the experience.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/11 |
Reviewed by: John H
My sister and I had a great time and would love to do it again in the future. There were more sharks than we thought and they were great to look at, thanks
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a unique experience. I was lucky enough to hear the whales while under water!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/10 |
Reviewed by: Terry
This was our first trip to Hawaii, and we wanted to make sure that we don't miss North Shore, but didn't want to take a typical sightseeing tour on a huge bus with 50 other people. This tour turns out to be a great one with a lot of personal touch. We were able to enjoy a full day on Waimea Bay, just relaxing, snorkeling, swimming, etc. A perfect day on the north shore. We were also able to check out the Haleiwa Town to do some shopping. There are a lot of artists living there to sell their beautiful arts. Highly recommended!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Dan n Claire
Saw lots of sharks, and very close. Guides were informative and fun. Great experience.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/28 |
Reviewed by: JLP - ILLINOIS
IT WAS A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. THE STAFF IS FRIENDLY AND EFFICIENT. WONDERFUL MEMORIES.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/26 |
Reviewed by: Honey Mooners
We enjoyed the variety of cultural events but felt there was just not enough time to fully appreciate the time spent. Our Guide was excellent and we remember her still. Lena
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Billy
Very enjoyable. Just overall, it takes a lot of time from leaving hotel, to getting back to hotel. Thanks again!
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
After arriving at the dive point, before I could even say "I'm scared" or "Wait," I was already falling one after another. I was the last one, but after counting to one, two, I found myself screaming "Yay!" while in the air, lol.
It was incredibly scary, but I became excited halfway through. I was screaming, but the force of the air coming in was so strong that I couldn't hear my own voice at all.
The sensation of falling is indescribable. It's the ultimate free-fall experience!
Once the parachute opened, I floated in the sky like a bird, slowly taking in the views of Oahu.
The Earth is truly round, and the ocean is blue—such obvious things were reaffirmed up in the sky.
In the distance, I could even see the humpback whales, a winter phenomenon in Hawaii, swimming around, which was absolutely amazing!
It's scary, but the refreshing feeling afterward is something you won't understand until you try it. Definitely give it a go~~~~!
I was quite indecisive about how to handle the photo shoot until the very end, but it was a bit too expensive... It would be great if it were a little cheaper.
ダイブポイントに到着してからは
怖いーとか待ってーとか言ってるまもなく、
次に次に落ちていきます。
私は最後でしたが、1,2とカウントした後は
気付いたらぎゃーーと叫びながら空にいましたw
むちゃくちゃ怖いけど、
途中から興奮状態になってましたね。
叫ぶんだけど、声を出す勢いより、空気が入ってくる勢いの方がすごくて
全然声が聞こえない。
あの落ちていく感覚は何とも言えません。
究極のフリーフォール体験!
パラシュートが開いてからは鳥のように空を舞いながら、
オアフ島をゆっくり眺める。
地球は本当に丸い
海は青い
なんて当たり前のことなんかを空の上で再確認。
遠くにはハワイの冬の風物詩 ザトウクジラの
泳ぐ姿なんかもみられて、本当に最高でした!
怖いけど終わった後のあの爽快感はやってみないとわかりませぬ。
是非おためしあれ~~~~ !
写真撮影はどうするか最後までかなり迷ったんですが、
ちょっと高すぎました・・・
もうちょっと安くなると良いですね。
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Bryan
Rongo, our driver, was very fun and entertaining. From picking us up to dropping us off he had excellent information to share and plenty of jokes to tell. Even after most people were dropped off and we were the last ones to our hotel, he was giving us little tidbits of information on good eating and fun attractions. This is a trip everyone should see on their first visit to oahu, and the dole plantation is a must.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
We decided to try the ambassador package which included premium seats to the luau and the all day tour with a guide. I am so glad we decided on this. The food at the luau was ok, but the show was incredible! The tour around the grounds was fantastic too, because our tour guide, Cousin Bianca, knew exactly when all the shows were starting and when we would need to get there in order to get decent seats! We even got this incredble dessert to go along with it and they were so good! Some sort of fruity type of ice cream. YUM! I highly recommend this!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I didn't know I could go skydiving in Hawaii, so I forcefully convinced my friend to sign up. I had some doubts until the Cessna took off, but once I jumped, the feeling was something you can't experience on the ground. It was amazing!!! The company promised a jump from 4,000 meters, so I was able to dive with peace of mind. It's also reassuring that there are Japanese staff members!
ハワイでスカイダイビングができるとは知らなかったので、友達を強引に説得して申し込みしました。
セスナが飛ぶまで迷いもしましたが、飛んでみればあの感覚は地上では味わえないものです。
最高!!!
4000Mをお約束してくれる催行会社だったので、安心してダイブできました。
日本人のスタッフもいるのも安心!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Len Langevin
This was by far the best adventure I've ever been on and I'd do it again in a heartbeat, which is very different from most touristy things I've done in Hawaii where once is enough.
The crew was great, the sharks were plentiful and the gear provided was excellent. Don't forget to bring your camera because you will want to capture every moment out there. If you don't have an underwater camera, you can buy one from the crew.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/16 |
Reviewed by: C. L. Kennedy
Educational, fun, and very enjoyable an experience the whole family can enjoy.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Enjoyed the day. Our tour guide was Paina and he was great. Informative and helpful. The luau is pretty standard fair but loved the evening show. The shows on the various "islands" were fun also.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/14 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
it was everything i expected and more. the show was awsome, the villiages were great. the food was marvalous. get there early for the brunch. its great too. the staff were very knowledgeable and very friendly. they are all natives. our guide was from the netherlands and he was friendly and would go all out for you. deffinatly take the super ambasitor tour. you experience so much more and up close and personal...
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/13 |
Reviewed by: nat
half day is enough to be there. we had fun!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Shaina
This is a must see for anyone visiting the island of Oahu! The Luau is a feast and the Horizons show is a spectacular way to end the evening. I would suggest that those planning their itinerary, schedule this event on their last night in Hawaii, so as to end with a bang.
Also, those traveling with children will find the tour of the different villages to be extremely educational.
Remember to bring extra cash for browsing the gift shops, tipping your servers, and just in case you want to purchase that DVD recording of the Horizons show to give the folks back home a taste of the whole fantastic experience!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/10 |
Reviewed by: John Simonsen SLC UT
This one of the biggest thrills I have ever experienced, and there has been alot, we have traveled all over the world and this is most definately in the top 5 for us. To have a shark 8-12 feet long inches from your face, let alone 15-20 of them within 20 feet of you is extreme, then add in some good sized swells to add to the excitement, I wouldn't miss it again, ever, a must for anyone who needs a thrill.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Jose
This adventure delivers on exactly what it offers. If you've seen the shark specials on the discovery channel this will be very similar except for the fact that YOU are up close and personal with the sharks. Bring waterproof camera for great shots. I didn't have one but I brought my live action camera and filmed some great footage from on the boat.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/07 |
Reviewed by: N. Lemke
Guides are excellent. There is something going on all the time. Too much to see in 1 day. We'll definitely go back. The Luau was fantastic and the Horizons show was outstanding!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/06 |
Reviewed by: Rob
This experience was the best thing I have ever done in my short time on this earth! Even though I was seasick I still had the time of my life. The captain made sure everything was as safe and controlled. These sharks were not aquarium sharks! These beautiful creatures were enormus, full of spledor and power. I was amazed to see in real life. If or when I return to the island I will do this adventure again. Don't miss the opportunity to get in the cage you only live once, Seize the Day!
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/03 |
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