All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

Everything was awesome! Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Burgers were good too.

It was the best experience with beautiful weather amidst the vast scenery. The horse I rode was very well-behaved and easy to ride, and I hope to see that horse again next time. Until then, I will work hard.

広大な風景の中、天気にも恵まれ最高の体験でした。乗った馬がとても良い子で乗りやすくまた次回もその子に会えることを願ってそれまでの間仕事を頑張ろうと思います。

I was looking forward to the blue sky and blue sea, but...
I was really disappointed by the terrible weather.
The rain and the extreme cold even made me feel unwell...
Later, when I was talking to a local taxi driver, he sympathized with me, saying it was unfortunate to go during a time of heavy rain that happens once every ten years.
Well, it was disappointing, but since it's nature, there's nothing we can do about it.
However, the staff must have been cold too, yet they worked hard to cheer us up by getting into the sea with bright smiles.
This time, the weather was the worst, but the tour itself was really great, and if I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to try again.
After all, it's a wonderful opportunity to experience such amazing nature.

This time I give it two stars, but if the weather had been good, it would have been five stars.

青い空、青い海を期待しての参加だったのに・・・
最悪の天気でガッカリでした。
雨と、あまりの寒さに体調までくずし・・・
後日、地元のタクシーの運転手と話しをしていたところ、10年に一度の大雨みたいな時に行くなんて残念だったね、と同情されました。
まあ、残念ではありましたが、これも自然相手なので仕方がないな、と思うしかありませんね。
しかしスタッフの人達も寒かったはずなのに、一緒に海に入り明るい笑顔で盛り上げてくれるなど一生懸命に頑張っておられました。
今回は、天気の都合で最悪でしたが、ツアー事態は大変良く、またハワイに行く機会が有りましたら、絶対再チャレンジしたいと思います。
なんと言ってもすばらしい自然に触れられるのですからね。

今回は星2つですが、天気さえよければ5つ星です。

I was thinking of using a shuttle service, but I wanted to save money, so I took theBUS for $2.50 (about 250 yen) per person! If you take bus number 55 from Ala Moana Center, you can get there in about an hour without any transfers! It's easy to get to, and since you can definitely get a seat from Ala Moana Center, I recommend taking theBUS for a budget-friendly option (^ ^).

My check-in time was at 10:15, but I actually got on the horse at 11:15 ^^; During the hour wait, I looked around the souvenir shop, and since there was free unlimited water, I enjoyed the nature while waiting ☆ There’s a restaurant next to the souvenir shop with drinks available, and the hamburgers are really, really delicious! They are quite filling, so for Japanese people, one might be enough for two ^^* I was worried about food and bought a sandwich at ABC Store, but since there’s unlimited drinks (water) and a nice restaurant, it wasn't necessary.

Near the horses, the smell of manure is quite strong (laughs). I experienced the two-hour course, and for two full hours, I rode while enjoying the magnificent scenery! The weather was nice, and it felt really good (^ ^).

As a note, video cameras and backpacks are not allowed. Waist pouches are okay. It seems that you can't film with one hand like you would with a video camera. I didn't see anyone with a selfie stick, but since both hands would be occupied, I think that's also not allowed. The best recommendation is to hang your smartphone around your neck! Be careful with pockets on your waist or butt, as things might fall out. Taking photos is totally fine, and I was able to film as well!

Aside from taking pictures, you need to hold the reins with both hands (it feels unstable if you don't), so please be cautious. Since it's in a rural area, the return theBUS runs every 40 to 50 minutes, so keep an eye on the time. Also, since it's a bus from the countryside to the city center, more people get on as you approach Ala Moana Center, and it took about an hour and a half. If you have any plans, please be careful.

送迎付きにしようと思いましたが安くしたかったので
theBUSで1人＄2.5(≒250円)で行けました！
アラモアナセンターから55のバスに乗れば1時間ほどで乗り換えなしで着きます！
簡単に行けるしアラモアナセンターからなら確実に座れるのでtheBUSで安く行くのオススメです(^ ^)
チェックイン時間が10:15でしたが実際に馬に乗ったのは11:15でした^^;
1時間の間はお土産売り場を見たり、無料でお水も飲み放題なので自然を感じながら待ちました☆
お土産売り場の隣にレストランがあって飲み物もありますし、とにかくハンバーガーがとっっっても美味しいです！ボリューミーなので日本人なら2人で1つでいいかも^^*ご飯を心配してABCストアでサンドイッチ買って行きましたが、飲み物(水)も飲み放題だし美味しいレストランもあるので必要ありませんでした。
馬の近くは糞の臭いがすごいです（笑）
2時間コースを体験しましたが、2時間たっぷり壮大な景色を眺めながら馬に乗りました！
天気も良く本当に気持ちいいです(^ ^)
注意事項としてビデオカメラ、リュックはNGです。ウェストポーチはOKでした。多分ビデオカメラみたいに片手を離してムービー撮影はダメみたいです。自撮り棒を持ってた人はいないので分かりませんが片手がずっとふさがるのでNGだと思います。
スマホを首から下げるのが1番オススメです！腰やお尻のポケットは落ちる可能性があるので気をつけて下さい。写メ撮るのは全然いいですし、ムービーも撮れました！
写真撮る以外は両手で紐を持ってないといけないので(持ってないと不安定)注意してください。
田舎の方だからか、帰りのtheBUSは40~50分に1本ペースなので時間に注意です。あと田舎→中心街へのバスなのでアラモアナセンターに近づくにつれてたくさん人が乗ってくるし1時間半くらいかかりました、何か予定を入れてる方は気をつけて下さい。

Had a great time on this excursion. Staff is fun and friendly. BBQ food was good. Got to see lots of turtles, had the privilege to snorkel with one. It was amazing. Saw lots of fish on the reef. Would recommend

We paddled about 500 meters offshore to Popoi'a Island from Kailua Beach in a tandem sea kayak. This time, there were three couples, including us, totaling six people. The ride to the island took a bit longer due to the side waves, but our guide was fantastic, providing guidance and encouragement throughout, with a couple of breaks along the way, which allowed even first-timers like us to enjoy it comfortably. Popoi'a Island is a sanctuary for birds, where we saw chicks, eggs, and parent birds warming their eggs, as well as sea turtles. The view of Lanikai Beach and the two islands offshore from the sea was incredibly beautiful. We arrived around 9 AM, and since our kayaking schedule was at noon, we rented bodyboards and went to Kailua Beach in the morning. The feeling of riding the waves all the way to the sandy beach was amazing, and I wished I could have played there all day. Our guide, Chiharu, was full of energy and smiles, making the experience enjoyable. She also provided various tips, so I was glad we chose a guided tour. However, it was unfortunate that the pizza shop was closed for renovations that day. The muscle soreness that followed in the days after became a good memory as well.

カイルアビーチから約５００メートル沖合にあるポポイア島まで二人乗りシーカヤックで漕いでいきます。今回は、我々夫婦を含めて３組６名。行きは横波の影響もあり、少し時間がかかりましたが、ガイドさんの誘導（途中で２回程度の休憩を入れ、みんなに声をかけ続け）が素晴らしく、シーカヤック初挑戦の我々でも気持ちよく楽しむことができました。ポポイア島は鳥の聖域で、ひな鳥、たまご、たまごを温めている親鳥に加えてウミガメも見ることができました。また、海側から見るラニカイビーチやその沖合の二つの島は、とても美しい。この日は、９時頃到着１２時からシーカヤックのスケジュールでしたので、午前中はボディボードを借りてカイルアビーチに行きましたが、波に乗って砂浜まで一気に行けた時の気分は最高でした。これだけでも一日中遊んでいたいと思いました。ガイドの「ちはる」さんは、元気いっぱい笑顔いっぱいで楽しませてくれました。いろいろとアドバイスもしてくれたので、やはり、ガイド付のツアーにして良かったと思いました。ただ、この日はピザのお店が改修中でお休みだったのが残念でした。また、翌日以降の筋肉痛も良い思い出になりました。

It was real quick just went in a circle. Movie sets went by quick thought we would stop n take pics

Ten years ago, it felt more free, but now it has become more touristy and regulated, and I feel like I have less time to spend freely with the horses. The scenery is nice, but I thought maybe I don't need to go horseback riding here.

10年前に利用した時はもっと自由でしたご、観光地化して、ルール化が進み、馬と自由な時間を過ごせてる気が少なく感じました。
景色はいいけど、ここで乗馬をしなくてもいいかなぉっと思った。

As growing up on Kaneohe Bay, it was fun to come back and have this adventure. The crew was great and very virtuous.

I went horseback riding for the first time!! I was nervous about my English, but I received explanations in Japanese and was able to ride with people from various countries. It was a relaxing one-hour ride, and it turned out to be a wonderful experience.

初めて乗馬をしました！！
英語が不安でしたが日本語のビデオの説明を受け、色々な国の方と一緒に乗馬が出来ました。
のんびり1時間の乗馬でしたが素敵な体験になりました。

This was my first time in Hawaii, and it was also my first experience using Veltra, but everything went smoothly, including the transfers! I think we saw about ten sea turtles. Additionally, we were lucky enough to spot a monk seal! It was a bit far away, so we could only see its head, but the staff was quite excited about it, too.

It rained a little, which allowed us to see a beautiful big rainbow, and I was very satisfied! I had researched the tide beforehand, but it was deeper than I expected, so we didn't walk on the sand.

It had been a while since I went snorkeling, and the waves were rough due to the strong winds over the past few days, but the staff guided us, and we were able to enjoy it safely. I would love to participate again if I have the chance!

今回初ハワイで、ベルトラも初めての利用でしたが、送迎等も問題なく楽しめました！
ウミガメウォッチングは10匹くらい見れたかもしれません。また、運良くモンクシールも顔を出してくれました！遠目だったので頭しか見えなかったですが、スタッフの方もかなり興奮されてました笑
雨もちょっと降ったため、大きな虹も見れ、大満足です！
潮位に関しては、事前に調べたものの、思ったより深くて砂場を歩くまではいきませんでした。
シュノーケルも久々で、また連日の強風で波も荒かったですが、スタッフが誘導してくださり安全に楽しめました。
また機会があれば参加したいです。

I was taught carefully and quickly during my first activity! That day, it was too windy to do it in the sea, so we did it in the river instead, but the river and the surrounding atmosphere were great and fun! I want to do it again!

はじめてのアクティビティで丁寧に、素早く教えてもらいました！
その日は風が強くて海ではできなかったため、川でやりましたが、川も周りの雰囲気も良くたのしかったです！またやりたい！

It was my first time riding a horse, and I was very anxious, but the instructor was very kind, even though they didn't understand much Japanese. I was moved to be able to ride leisurely in such magnificent scenery.

乗馬自体初めてで、すごく不安でしたが
インストラクターの方は日本語はあまり通じませんでしたが、とても優しかったです。
壮大な景色の中でのんびり乗馬が出来て感動でした。

I participated with the image of being able to walk on the sandbar, but in reality, the sandbar was not visible, and I was submerged in seawater up to my waist. I wish there had been a bit more time to stay and for snorkeling.

サンドバーの上を歩けるイメージで参加しましたが、実際はサンドバーは顔を出さず、腰近くまで海水に浸かっていました。もう少し滞在時間やシュノーケルの時間があったらいいなと思いました。

I participated in the 2-hour four-wheeler buggy course. It was my first experience, but there were Japanese explanation videos, so I had no trouble. It was fun to go through narrow paths that buses and cars can't access. The great outdoors is amazing!

四輪バギー2時間コースに参加させて頂きました。
初めての経験でしたが、日本語の説明動画があったりで不便はなかったです。バスや車では通れない細い道を通るのは楽しかったです。大自然は最高です！

Although it was disappointing that the sandbar didn't appear due to the rainy weather and it not being low tide, the staff were very kind, and I had a great time.

天候が雨模様でしかも引き潮の時期ではなかったそうで、サンドバーが現れなかったのは残念でしたが、スタッフの皆さんが大変親切で、楽しい時間を過ごせました。

The guide, Yuki, was very enjoyable and left a good impression. However, the seawater came up to my chest, which was a bit different from what I expected (but that's nature, so it can't be helped). I think snorkeling is a waste of time, so it's not necessary. I read in a review that "the bus is cold," so I brought extra towels, but it was still cold. Doesn't the company see reviews like this? Please consider the temperature of the bus for future guests!!

ガイドのユキさんは　とても楽しく良い印象でした。が、胸のあたりまで
海水が来たので、ちょっと思っていたのと違いました。（自然のことなので仕方ない）
シュノーケリングは時間がもったいないので
しなくていいと思います。この口コミで、「バスが寒い」と書いてあったので
タオルを多めに持っていきましたが、それでも寒かったです。会社の方は、この
ような口コミを見ないのでしょうか？今後の方のためにバスの温度を考えてください！！

As a beginner in horseback riding, I ended up riding a very intelligent horse that took the lead, and everything went smoothly. The horse was amazing, checking the horses behind and the guide horse, deciding when to move forward or stop. It seemed to even understand when I spoke to it in English. The female guide was very friendly, and since I speak English, I had no issues. However, she mentioned that they can also say the necessary words in Japanese and that they deal with Japanese tourists every day, so I think even those who can't speak English will have no problems.

乗馬初心者で何故かリーダー役の馬に乗ることになりましたが、馬がとても賢く、何も問題ありませんでした。(後続の馬やガイドの馬を自分の目で確認して進んだり止まったりしていて、すごかった…私が英語で話しかけると、どうやらそれすら理解しているようでした。)ガイドの女性もとてもフレンドリーでしたし、私は英語喋るので問題ないですが彼女らも必要な単語は日本語で言えるようにしているし毎日日本人観光客対応していると言っていたので英語できない人も問題ないと思います。

It was refreshing to explore the ranch, which was a filming location for the movie, by buggy! However, on the one-hour course, there is only one break (for taking photos at the filming location), so I recommend the two-hour course for those who want to take more pictures at the locations.

映画のロケ地となった牧場をバギーで回るのは爽快感がありました♪ただ一時間コースですと、途中休憩(ロケ地ポイントでの写真撮影する時間)が一回しかないので、ロケ地の写真撮影も希望される方は二時間コースをオススメします。

The two-hour horseback riding was wonderful. The horses were lovely, and the vast scenery was amazing. The filming location of Jurassic Park was also impressive, as it reminded me of that scene from the movie! The horses were very smart, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

２時間乗馬が大変良かった。馬が素敵で広大な景色も最高でした。ジェラシックパーク撮影現場も、映画のあのシーンだ！と、感動でした。馬が大変お利口で、ゆったり満喫でしました。

At high tide, the water was up to my waist, but I was still able to enjoy the feeling of being on the sea. During snorkeling, there were so many people that I was more aware of them than the fish (laughs). Nevertheless, the friendly staff's support allowed me to have a wonderful time. It can be surprisingly tiring, so I recommend the morning package.

満潮で、腰まで浸かる高さでしたがそれでも海の上にいる感覚を味わえました。
シュノーケリングでは人が密集しすぎて魚より人に意識がいきました（笑）
それでも気さくなスタッフの対応とフォローで幸せなひと時を過ごす事ができました。
意外と疲れるので午前パックがおススメです。

The crew are super nice, definitely would come back again!! Best part was the sand bar.

It was strange to feel like I could touch the bottom even though it was deep! I was satisfied to see sea turtles, coral reefs, and fish up close. I hope you get lucky and visit on a day when the beach is exposed!

沖なのに足が着く感じは不思議でした♪海ガメやサンゴ礁、魚たちなど近くで見れて満足です^^運良く浜辺が海から出てる日に当たると良いですね！

Last year, my wife and I participated and it was amazing, so this time we brought her parents along. Although they are over 70 years old, they practiced snorkeling in the shallow waters of the sandbar and managed to enjoy the deeper coral reef while wearing life jackets. They were also able to see sea turtles, and both of them were overjoyed.

昨年、夫婦で参加し、最高だったので、今回は奥さんの両親を同行し参加しました。
７０歳を超えた両親ですが、サンドバーの浅瀬でスノーケリングの練習をして、サンゴ礁の深い海でもライフジャケット付けて何とか楽しんでました。
ウミガメも見ることができ、７０歳を超えた二人も大喜びでした。

I had a disappointing experience when my family was placed away from the window on a cheap plan, so this time we opted for a decent plan. The weather was cloudy with occasional sunshine, so we were able to see the sunset. As for the show, the quality of the singing was impressive and definitely worth seeing. However, regarding the taste, it felt a bit bland. Well, there were a lot of options, after all.

家族が安いプランで窓辺から離れて残念だったという経験があり、今回はまずまずのプランで申込み。
曇り時々晴れということでサンセットは見られました。ショーについては、歌のクオリティ高っ！で、見ものです。で、お味ですが、うーん。大味って感じです。まぁ数が多いからね

Best way to see the beautiful island if time is limited. Paul is an awesome guide!

I was able to enjoy kayaking in the beautiful sea. It was a guided plan, and the guide was friendly, which was nice. However, it didn't seem like something that required a guide. It felt like information you could easily find online, haha. The flat island we landed on was closer than I expected; it's only about 500 meters from the beach. If you want to paddle a lot, I definitely recommend the plan without a guide. Also, getting the kayak to the beach was quite challenging. They do provide a cart, but it was a bit difficult for just women. A man from another group kindly helped us out. It would have been great if the kayaks were already set up on the beach. I’ve written a lot, but I think kayaking in Hawaii's beautiful sea will be a great memory!

綺麗な海でカヤッキング楽しむことができました。ガイド付きのプランでしたが、ガイドさんは気さくな方で良かったです。が、ガイドをしてもらうほどのものではありませんでした。ググれば出てきそうなことばかり、、笑 上陸するフラットアイランドも思ったより近い距離でした。ビーチから500メートルほどしかないそうです。たくさんカヤックを漕ぎたい方は断然ガイド無しプランがおすすめです。あとは、ビーチにたどり着くまで、カヤックを運ぶのが大変です。台車は貸していただけますが、女性だけではすこし難しいです。別のグループの男性が見かねて手伝ってくださったぐらいでした。カヤックはあらかじめビーチに用意しておいて頂けたら良かったです。いろいろ書きましたが、ハワイの綺麗な海でカヤッキングはいい思い出になると思います！

2nd time using these guys in Waikiki. they are nice, funny and organized. Would definitely recommend and will use again. Till next time...

I have been shopping in Kailua Town several times, but this time I participated with the intention of just enjoying the beach. Both Kailua and Lanikai have wonderful beach locations. After arriving at the office, I rented a bike. It's reassuring to watch a video on how to ride before getting on. Having a bike makes it convenient and enjoyable to go from Kailua to Lanikai.

First, we headed straight to Lanikai, where we took photos and went into the sea, then returned to the office for lunch, and planned to play in Kailua again. There were also people who rode bikes to town. For those who want to enjoy little by little, renting a bike allows you to explore various places.

We each had different lunches, and both were delicious. The pizza is really big but exquisite.

カイルアタウンは買い物に何度か行きましたが、今回はビーチだけを楽しむつもりで参加しました。
カイルア・ラニカイともに素晴らしいロケーションのビーチでした。
オフィスに着いてからレンタサイクルを借りました。乗り方のビデオを観てから乗るので安心です。カイルアからラニカイは自転車があると便利で楽です。
まず真っ直ぐラニカイへ行き、そこで写真を撮ったり海に入るなどして、ランチを取りにオフィスまで戻り、またカイルアで遊ぶと言うビーチ満喫プランを立てました。
自転車でタウンへ行った方々もいらっしゃいました。
少しずつ楽しめれば良いという方はレンタサイクルであちこち周れます。
二人でそれぞれ別のランチを取りましたが、どちらも美味しかったです。ピザは本当に大きいですが絶品です。

I was able to see a lot of turtles, and I could get a second helping of hamburgers, so that was great. However, this time there were a lot of people, and the bus was really crowded.

でも、カメも沢山見れて、ハンバーガーもお代わりできたので良かったです。ただ、今回は大人数で、バスが凄く混んでました。