Reviewed by: たけちゃん
The rental car's navigation system was acting up, and we arrived just in time, but we set off smoothly♪ The horses were calmer than I expected, and we enjoyed a relaxing two hours. My girlfriend, who came with me, was very satisfied. The view of the ocean from a spot where the mountains opened up was amazing!!
This is Hawaii!
She said, "I want to go again♪"
レンタカーのカーナビの調子が悪く、着いたのはぎりぎりだったにも関わらず、すんなり出発♪
思った以上に馬はおとなしく、のんびりした2時間を過ごせました。
一緒に行った彼女も大満足。
途中山が開けた場所から見た海の景色は最高!!
これぞハワイ!
彼女は「また行きたい♪」と言っています。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Initially, I had signed up for a morning tour, but the day before, I received a call from the tour company saying there was a problem with the boat for the morning tour and that it was unlikely to happen, so they asked me to switch to the afternoon tour.
I really wanted to visit the sandbar, so I decided to join the afternoon tour. When I arrived at the meeting point, the boat from the morning tour was just returning.
Wasn't the morning tour supposed to be canceled?
I'm not sure if there was a communication issue between the operating company and the tour company, but if it was overbooked, I would have appreciated an explanation.
The sandbar itself was very beautiful and spacious, so it was disappointing.
最初は午前中のツアーに申し込んでいたのですが、前日にツアー会社から電話がかかってきて、午前のツアーの船にトラブルがあって午前のツアーが出来そうにないので、昼間のツアーに変更して欲しい、と言われました。
サンドバーには是非行ってみたかったので、昼のツアーに参加することにして時間に集合場所に行ってみると、午前のツアーの船が戻ってくるところでした。
午前のツアー、できないんじゃなかったの??
催行会社とツアー会社との間での連絡がうまくいっていなかったのか、どういった経緯があるのかわかりませんが、オーバーブッキングならそのように説明して頂きたかったです。
サンドバー自体はとても美しくて広々としていて、非常によかったので残念でした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/28 |
Reviewed by: ゆー
The sea in Kailua was surprisingly beautiful and soothing. It was our first time kayaking, but the staff kindly guided us, and we were able to paddle safely to a deserted island. On the island, we saw baby seabirds and learned many interesting stories about Hawaiian legends and goddesses. During our free time, we also tried bodyboarding for the first time, and the waves were just right, so both my husband and I got hooked on it.
カイルアの海も、びっくりするくらいきれいで癒されました。
主人も私も初カヤックだったのですが、スタッフの方に親切に指導いただいて無人島まで無事に漕いで行くことができました。
島では、海鳥のひなを見たり、ハワイのいいつたえや女神さまの話をたくさんしていただいて、とても興味深かったです。
空いた時間で、ボディボードにも初挑戦でしたが、波がちょうどよく、主人と二人ハマってしまいました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The early morning allows you to enjoy the day without it being wasted, and you can appreciate the natural beauty of Hawaii. The instructor was kind and was Japanese. All the other participants were also Japanese. The content might be a bit lacking.
朝が早くて一日がつぶbれないし、ハワイの自然を目で楽しめる。
インストラクターも親切で日本人の人でした。
ほかの参加人を全員日本人でした。
内容的には少し薄いかも
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Ms. Jamie
A great tour through the beautiful valley to numerous movie & TV sites, you even get to go into a real WWII bunker! My first time on an ATV was easy enough and probably one of the most gorgeous places to learn.
Took this tour with a couple of friends and we had a blast! Riding up and down hills and through mud puddles all surrounded by the amazing scenery is definitely something every visitor to Oahu should do. Our guide was great & we all had a blast! Defintely gets dusty & muddy so I would recommend long pants and possibly a scarf or something to cover your face, mine was absolutely covered by the end of the 2 hours.
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/23 |
Reviewed by: CHA
I participated in a company trip with four guys, and the kayaking experience in the best beaches and ocean of Hawaii became the highlight of this trip. The weather was great that day, and the waves were calm, so we made good progress. After arriving at the island and receiving explanations about its historical background, the four of us got excited and enjoyed kayaking with the instructor. Since we had to paddle against the waves to reach the surfing point, teamwork was essential, and it took quite a bit of physical effort. We capsized several times, but when we caught a wave, it felt amazing!
Afterward, we were really tired, but it was a good kind of fatigue, like all the built-up stress in our bodies was released, leaving us with a sense of accomplishment and euphoria. If you're going to Hawaii, shopping and dining are great, but the ocean is definitely the main attraction! Next time I go to Hawaii, I’ll participate again with my wife.
社員旅行でおじさん4人で参加しましたが、ハワイの最高のビーチと海でのカヤック体験は今回の旅で1番の思い出になりました。当日は天候もよく波も穏やかであったため、割とスイスイと進みました。島に到着、いろいろ歴史的背景について説明を受けた後、我々4人はテンション上がりインストラクターとカヤックサーフィンを楽しみました。波乗りポイントまでは波に逆らって進むので、チームワーク必要でしたし、結構体力使いました。何度も転覆しましたが、波に乗れたときはサイコーの気分でした^0^/
終わった後はとれも疲れましたが、いい疲労感というか、体の中の溜まった澱みたいなものが全部はき出した感じで、達成感と浮遊感でいっぱいでした。
ハワイいくなら、買い物や食事もいいけど、やっぱり海ですよね~。次回ハワイ行くときは、奥さんとまた参加します。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/22 |
Reviewed by: せなちょこ
I chose a guided tour.
First, we went snorkeling at Kailua Beach, but the waves were quite high, making it tough to swim without fins. It was also surprisingly deep.
After that, we enjoyed a delicious pizza the size of a face, and then kayaked to Flat Island. The transfer from the shop seemed challenging for just the girls, but once we got to the sea, we paddled hard following the guide. It really takes a lot of stamina.
The guide at Flat Island was also very good. I definitely recommend going with a guide.
Lastly, please remember that for this tour, you will need to change out of your swimsuit on the way back, so don't forget to bring a change of clothes.
ガイド付きのプランを選択しました。
まず先にカイルアビーチでシュノーケリングでしたが、
なかなか波が高めでフィン無しで泳ぐのはつらかったです。
そして案外深いです。
その後一枚が顔の大きさの美味しいピザを頂き、カヤックでフラット島へ。
お店からの移動は女子のみでは大変そうでしたが、
海についてからガイドさんに続いてひたすら漕ぎました。
結構体力使います。
フラット島でのガイドもとても良かったです。
絶対にガイド付きをおすすめします。
最後に、こちらのツアーは帰りに水着から着替えが必要ですので
着替えをお忘れなく。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/21 |
Reviewed by: osage miho
I think the sea is very clear and beautiful. I joined this tour because I wanted my daughter to see this sea. This is my second time on this tour. Last time, I went all the way to Lanikai. My daughter, who is with me this time, is kayaking for the first time. I didn't think paddling was that difficult, but we made it to Flat Island. I highly recommend the optional pancakes with plenty of macadamia nut sauce from Boots & Kimo's. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any sea turtles. Thank you to all the staff for your help. I can hardly speak English, but I didn't have any trouble at all. I had a great time, thank you.
海ほ透明度も高いと思うしきれいです。
この海を娘に見せたくてこのツアーに参加しました。
私はこのツアー2回目です。
前回はラニカイまでいってみました。
今回同行の娘は初カヤックです。
漕いでいくことはそれほど大変と思いませんでしたが、フラットアイランド上陸までにしました。
オプションのブーツ&キモズのマカデミアナッツソースたっぷりのパンケーキはおすすめです。
残念ですがウミガメさんにはお会いできませんでした。
スタッフのみなさんお世話になりました。
私は英語ほとんどできませんが、ぜんぜん困りませんでした。
楽しくすごせました、ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was favorable, and the experience was very fulfilling. The tide was about 50 centimeters, just as forecasted. When the sun shines, the photos turn out really beautiful. It will make for great stories to share later. Please be careful not to drop your camera while walking along the beach.
I heard that the pickup bus had an accident before arriving at the meeting point, causing a delay of about an hour. I was worried that the time at the sandbar would be shortened, but fortunately, there was no traffic, so everything was well adjusted. Despite the emergency, the tour guide sincerely attended to the participants.
On the way back, you will be riding the bus in your wet swimsuit. It might feel a bit uncomfortable, but I think it's best to approach the tour with that fact already in mind. The morning tour starts early, but I found it very good because it allows you to make effective use of the afternoon. After returning, I took a shower and went to Eggs 'n Things. It was just before closing time, and it was nice that it wasn't crowded.
お天気にも恵まれ、とても充実した内容でした。篠の満ち引きは50センチ程度、予報通りでした。
日が差した時に写真を撮ると、本当にきれいに取れます。土産話ネタになりますよ。なお、カメラを持って海を歩くことになります。落とさないように気を付けてくださいね。
迎えのバスが集合場所に来る前に事故にあったとのことで、1時間程度遅れての出発。「サンドバー現地での滞在時間が短くなるのでは?」と心配しておりましたが、渋滞がなかったためうまく調整されました。非常事態にもかかわらず、ツアーガイドさんが参加者への対応を真摯にしてくださいました。
帰りのバスでは水にぬれた水着のままバスに乗ります。ちょっと抵抗がありますが、そこはあらかじめおり込み済みの事実としてツアーに臨むとよいのではないかと思います。
午前のツアーは朝が早いけど、午後を有効に使えるのでとても良いと思いました。帰ってから、シャワーを浴びて、エッグスンシングスへ。時間的にも閉店間際、空いていて良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My father participated alone. At 76 years old, he was quite advanced in age, but the staff's response was wonderful, and they were kind and attentive. When he returned, he seemed very happy and said he had a great time. Although he appeared quite tired due to his age, he seemed satisfied and enjoyed himself.
父が一人で参加しました。
今年76歳の父は、かなりの年齢でしたが、スタッフの方の対応も素晴らしく、また、親切丁寧で、帰ってきたときにとても、楽しかったらしく喜んでました。
年齢的には、とても疲れたようでしたが、楽しかったようで満足しました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/17 |
Reviewed by: サトウサン
I had decided to definitely go when I came to Hawaii since it had been featured on TV several times. When we participated, the water was about knee-deep at the shallowest point. The weather was nice, but it was a bit chilly when we got in and out of the water due to the strong wind. However, the staff's talks and performances were so unique that the cold didn't bother us at all. The freshly grilled hamburgers were also fantastic. I'm glad I participated.
テレビでま何度か紹介されていたので、ハワイに来たら絶対行こうと決めていました。
私たちが参加した時は、一番浅いところでひざ下くらいでした。
天気は良かったんですが、風が強く水に入るときと上がってからは、少し肌寒かったです。
でもスタッフの方々のトーク&パフォーマンスがとてもユニークで寒さなんか吹っ飛びました。
焼きたてのハンバーガーも最高でした。
参加して良かったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/12 |
Reviewed by: ひとちゃん
It was different from what I imagined from the commercials, but it was good. I researched the low tide data, but the timing of my trip to Hawaii wasn't the best for low tide, which made it difficult. The staff's response was relatively good, and I was overall satisfied, especially since I got to see a sea turtle. I saw some fish while snorkeling, but the water clarity wasn't as high as I expected.
コマーシャルでイメージしていたと違いますが、良かったです。
干潮のデータを調べていきましたが、今回ハワイに行ったタイミングが一番潮の引くタイミングではなく難しいです。
スタップの対応も比較的よく、ウミガメも登場して全体的には満足しました。
シュノーケルは、魚は見えましたが思ったより海の透明度はあまり高くはなかったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I felt like Ayumi Hamasaki~~(●´▽`●)/ They say that seeing sea turtles can make you happy. I saw a pair♪ I want to go again before I die!!!
浜崎あゆみの気分になりました~~(●´▽`●)/
ウミガメを見ると、幸せになれるんですって。つがいでみちゃいました♪
しぬまえにまた、いきたいです!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/05 |
Reviewed by: mirumiru
It was just the two of us participating. I remembered a woman I met in Hawaii who told me that I should definitely visit the sandbar, which led me to decide to join this tour.
It was the right choice!
The scenery during the round trip between the hotel and the port was wonderful, and I was able to see many sea turtles. The sandwiches on the boat were delicious, and I was very satisfied.
I tend to get motion sickness, so I took some medication beforehand, but the boat was large and the waves were calm, so I might not have needed it. I think it's a good idea to apply sunscreen thoroughly.
友人と二人での参加でした。
以前ハワイで知り合った女性にサンドバーには一度は行ってご覧なさいと言われていた事を思い出しこのツアーへの参加を決めました。
正解でした!
ホテルと港の往復の景色もすばらしかったし、海がめも沢山見ることができたし、船上でのサンドイッチも美味しくて大満足でした。
乗り物酔いしやすい私は酔い止めをのんでおきましたが船も大きく波も静かだったので飲まなくてもよかったかも。
日焼け止めは念入りに付けたほうが良いと思いました
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The tour itself was very satisfying.
However, a 50-minute delay is a bit much.
I wonder if people in Hawaii are just laid-back.
ツアー自体は大満足でした
ただ50分の遅刻はないかな
ハワイの人はのんびりなんですかね
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/02 |
Reviewed by: papa
I participated in a tour with lunch on September 26 (local time). The guide on the shuttle bus spoke English, and we had a fun (though a bit noisy) time until we arrived at the port. From the port to the sandbar, our guide "Miho" kept us entertained with her enjoyable microphone performance until we returned. "Yuki" took some great photos of us (like making heart shapes with our hands and holding hands, as well as shots from behind). I heard there are days when you can't see sea turtles, but that day we were able to see 6 or 7, which was amazing. We enjoyed a paradise-like experience with lunch (freshly grilled hamburgers) and beer at the sandbar. After a break, we moved to the snorkeling spot, and snorkeling among the coral reefs was truly breathtaking. It was my first time going to Hawaii with my wife after 21 years of marriage, and it was the best experience. We went on this trip to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary and the arrival of our first grandchild (by the way, I'm still only 44). I want to go back many more times. Next time, I want to bring my son, daughter, and all my grandchildren. Thank you for the precious experience and memories.
9月26日(現地時間)の昼食付きのツアーに参加しました、送迎バスのなかでは案内人の方が英語でしたが楽しく(少しうるさい)過ごし港に到着、港からサンドバーまでは案内人の「みほ」さんがとても楽しいマイクパフォーマンスで帰るまで楽しませてくれました、「ゆき」さんが撮ってくれる写真(夫婦で手でハートマークや手をつないでや、後ろ姿など)もすごく良かったです、海がめも見れない日があるらしいのですがその日は6、7匹見る事ができ感動、サンドバーで昼食(焼きたてハンバーガー)とビールで楽園気分満喫、休憩後シュノーケリング場所へ移動、珊瑚礁のなかのシュノーケリングは感動の一言でした、結婚して21年で初めて家内と二人でハワイに行きましたが最高でした、今回の旅行は結婚20年記念と初孫ができたお祝いで行きましたが(ちなみにまだ44歳です)、また何回も行きたいです。次回は息子、娘、孫みんな連れて行きたいです、貴重な体験と感動ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/01 |
Reviewed by: HAWAII 大好き
I chose this tour because my stay was longer compared to others. The beach is close, but it takes about 20 minutes on foot to get to Kailua Town, so I think it's better to rent a bike if you're going to Kailua Town. However, if you relax on the beach for about an hour, you might only have time to visit the Kailua Shopping Center and Whole Foods. If you want to enjoy Kailua Town without engaging in sea activities and just take a stroll on the beach, I think it's better to use a bus or other means of transportation instead of an optional tour. This tour is not one that provides recommendations like "especially this is recommended" or "the view from here is great," so it's better to think of it as a tour that includes transportation, coin lockers, mat rentals, and lunch. Kailua Beach was very beautiful.
滞在時間がほかに比べて長かったためこちらのツアーに申し込みました。ビーチまでは近いのですが、カイルアタウンまでは徒歩で20分くらいかかるので、カイルアタウンに行く場合は自転車のレンタルを利用したほうがよいと思います。ただビーチで1時間ほどのんびりしてしまうとカイルアショッピングセンターとホールフーズくらいしか行くことができません。海のアクティビティはせずに、ビーチは散策程度でカイルアタウンを楽しみたいという方はオプショナルツアーではなくバスなどを利用したほうがよいと思います。このツアーは「特にここがおススメ」「ここからの眺めがいい」とか、案内をしてくれるツアーではありませんので、移動手段+コインロッカー+ゴザレンタル+ランチがついたツアーと思ったほうがよいです。カイルアビーチはとてもきれいでした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/30 |
Reviewed by: CHIKA
At first, I was worried about handling the kayak well, but the staff's response was wonderful, and it turned into a very enjoyable little adventure.
最初はカヤックをうまく扱えるか不安でしたがスタッフの皆さんの対応が素晴らしくてとても面白い小冒険になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Hortons from Australia
Our family did the private boat charter when on vacation in Oahu just a couple of weeks ago, after booking from the Internet and just hoping we would get a tour that we would not forget. We were not disappointed at all, not realizing this company catered largely for Japanese tourists we were so impressed with our charter. Our captain was just so friendly and informative and made us feel very welcome and was great fun too. We will certainly be coming back again one day and booking another charter and would highly recommend to anyone that wants to treat themselves to something special and spoil themselves on a captain Bruce charter. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Kind regards, the Hortons from Down Under !
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/29 |
Reviewed by: ららら
The tour we participated in during our family's trip to Hawaii in September was the "All Hawaii Cruise: Angel's Sea." The heavenly sea, famous in Hawaii, was a place I had always wanted to visit! I was particularly looking forward to it during this trip.
However, on the day of the tour, I was expecting a beautiful view at the sandbar where the sand completely emerges in the middle of the ocean, but unfortunately, the weather was not favorable that day. As a result, we could only get off the boat when the water receded to knee height, and it was very cold due to the bad weather, but there was nothing we could do about it!
At the snorkeling point, we were able to swim with many fish. Since there are many deep areas where you can't touch the bottom, it's better for those who are not confident in swimming to borrow a life jacket.
During the cruising, we saw sea turtles, and the hamburgers we had on the boat were delicious, as they grilled the meat over charcoal.
Be careful about the weather when going to the heavenly sea!
私たち家族が9月に行ったハワイで参加したツアーが、
【オールハワイクルーズ 天使の海】です。
ハワイの海でも有名で一度は行きたいと思っていた天国の海!
念願かなって今回の旅行の中でも特に楽しみにしていました。
しかし、当日は海の真ん中に砂が完全に浮き出るサンドバーで美しい光景を期待していましたが、残念ながらこの日だけ天候に恵まれませんでした。
そのため膝あたりまでしか水が引かない時に降りたのと、天気も悪くとても寒かったですが、それはもうしょうがないと思うしかありません!
シュノーケリングのポイントではたくさんの魚たちと泳ぐことが出来ました。
海の中は足がつかない深い地点が多いので、泳ぎが不安な方は救命道具を貸してもらったほうが良いです。
クルージングはウミガメが見れたし、船で食べたハンバーガーはお肉を炭火で焼いてくれてとっても美味しかったです。
天国の海に行くときは天気に気を付けましょう!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/27 |
Reviewed by: さゆりん
I participated in the Angel's Sea Sandbar Cruise. The sea was incredibly beautiful! Due to the tides, it wasn't the perfect sandy beach you often see in photos, but the water was about knee-deep, and sitting in it felt like enjoying a half-body bath. It felt luxurious to be able to sit in the sea and look out at the ocean in 360 degrees, even though we were offshore.
Above all, the warm and delicious hamburger after playing in the sea was exceptional! Also, after snorkeling, they provided hot drinks to warm us up, and the sweet hot chocolate was the best. The only downside was that the time spent seeing the sea turtles was shorter than I expected.
天使の海サンドバークルーズに参加しました。
海はとってもキレイでした!潮の関係で、よく写真にあるような完全な砂浜にはなっていなかったけど、深さはひざ下くらいで、すわってもお風呂で半身浴してるみたいに気持ちよかったです。沖にいるのに海の中で座って360度まわりの海を見渡せるなんて贅沢な感じがしました。
何よりも、海ではしゃいだ後の温かいおいしいハンバーガーは格別でした☆☆ また、シュノーケルの後には冷えた体を暖めてくれるホットドリンクも用意してくれて、甘いホットチョコレートは最高でした。
ウミガメを見る時間が思ったより短かったのだけが残念でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/23 |
Reviewed by: すてい
We are a senior couple in our 50s. We came to Hawaii for our silver wedding anniversary trip. My wife wanted to try horseback riding, so we decided to give it a shot. Of course, this was our first time riding horses, and we don't speak English. I was worried about what would happen if everyone else could ride and we couldn't. What if they suddenly told us to "get on!"? I was anxious because I wouldn't understand the instructions in English...
However, all those worries were completely unnecessary. There were staff members who could speak broken Japanese, and those who couldn't spoke in clear English and explained everything diligently. First, we watched a five-minute Japanese video that included important safety information, which helped us understand the basics. After that, our guide helped us mount the horses and taught us how to move forward, stop, and turn. Knowing just a few English words like "start," "stop," "right," and "left" was enough (laughs). Then we set off. Since we were the only two on the two-hour course, it was just the three of us: the two of us and a very cute and kind female guide in her twenties.
As for the horses, they were very obedient and well-trained. They followed our novice handling without any fuss, and by the end, I had grown quite attached to my horse (laughs). We had signed up for the two-hour horseback riding course, and it was the right choice. The ranch is vast, and the scenery is breathtaking! I knew it was a filming location for Jurassic Park, but I didn't have high expectations. However, I was amazed! It truly felt like the world of Jurassic Park. No matter how far we went, we were surrounded by that scenery: expansive grasslands, hills, majestic mountains, and the stunning emerald green sea, with dinosaur footprints scattered here and there (laughs). We rode through it all, feeling like seasoned riders (?). It was truly a blissful moment.
There were also guava trees along the way, and our guide picked some fruit for us to try. The guava was incredibly juicy and delicious. We were blessed with great weather, making it a perfect experience. The two hours flew by in no time.
I absolutely recommend this! There seems to be a one-hour horseback riding course as well. I'm not sure what route it takes, but it starts from the guesthouse and walks through the forest for about 20 minutes before reaching an open area with a view of Jurassic Park. So, in conclusion...
50代のシニア夫婦です。銀婚旅行でハワイに来ました。
妻が一度馬に乗ってみたいというのでチャレンジしてみました。
もちろん二人とも乗馬など生まれて初めて。さらに英語も話せません。もし、自分たち以外は皆乗馬ができる人達だったらどうしよう?いきなり「乗れ!」と言われたらどうしよう?説明が英語では理解もできないし・・・など不安がいっぱいでした。
けれども、それらは全く無用の心配でした。カタコトの日本語が話せるスタッフがいるし、日本語が話せないスタッフも分かりやすい英語で一生懸命説明してくれます。
最初に注意事項を盛り込んだ5分程度の日本語ビデオを観せられます。それで必要最低限の事項が理解できます。その後、担当のガイドさんに馬にまたがらせてもらい、進み方、止まり方、曲がり方を教えてもらいます。英語はスタート、ストップ、ライト、レフトくらい分かれば大丈夫(笑)そして出発です。2時間コースは私達だけだったので、我々2人と、とてもかわいらしくてやさしい20代の女性ガイドと3人で出発しました。肝心の馬ですが、とても従順でよく訓練されてます。素人の操縦(?)にも素直におとなしく従ってくれ、最後の方はすっかり情が移ってしまいました。(笑)
私たちは乗馬2時間コースを申し込んだのですが、正解でした。なんといっても牧場は広い!それも絶景のコースです。ジュラシックパークのロケ地ということは知ってたのですが、どれほどのものかあまり期待はしてなかったのです。けれどもびっくり!まさにジュラシックパークの世界でした。行けども行けどもあの世界。とても広い草原や丘、神々しいまでの山々、目の覚めるようなエメラルドグリーンの海、ところどころにある恐竜の足跡(笑)。そこをいかにも手慣れたように馬を操り(?)進んでいく。本当に至福の一時でした。ところどころにヴァバの木が生えてて、ガイドさんが実を取ってくれて食べさせてくれました。初めて食べたヴァバの実はとてもジューシーでとてもおいしかったです。天気にも恵まれ、まさに至福の一時でした。2時間はあっという間に過ぎました。
これは絶対にお勧めです!乗馬は1時間コースもあるようです。1時間コースはどういうルートを取るのか分かりませんが、ゲストハウスを出発してから、森の中を20分くらい歩いて、ジュラシックパーク景観の開けた場所に出ます。ということで、本
Dear Stay,
Thank you for your visit.
As I read your impressions, I can vividly picture the scenes you described. I appreciate your kind words. I will also convey to the horseback riding guide that you and your spouse enjoyed the experience.
We have other leisurely tours available as well, so please feel free to visit us again if you have the opportunity.
すてい様
ご来場有難うございました。
すてい様の感想を拝読していると、従業員の私までその情景が目に浮かぶようです。
嬉しいお言葉の数々、有難うございます。乗馬のガイドにもすてい様ご夫妻に楽しんでいただけた旨、伝えます。
他にもゆったりとしたツアーもございますので、機会がございましたら、またお越し下さい。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/23 |
Reviewed by: おとっち
It started to rain as soon as we got on the bus from the hotel, and I was feeling a bit defeated because I really wanted to see the beautiful ocean sandbar... However, by the time we boarded the boat, a little blue sky started to appear, and after about 10 minutes, we arrived at the sandbar. As we stepped off, the sun came out, revealing the white sandbar! The beautiful scenery I had seen in books was right in front of me. Interestingly, this place was not known in Japan until about two years ago, and it has been used for filming movies and music videos. Although it felt a bit chilly due to the wind, I was glad to see the sea turtles swimming and that the weather cleared up.
ホテル迎えからバスに乗ったくらいから雨が降りだし、どうしても綺麗な海のサンドバーを見たかったのでツイテナイ・・・と諦めモードでした。。。船に乗る頃には少し青空が見えてきて、10分ほどしてサンドバーに着いて下り立つと太陽が射し白いサンドバーが表れてきました!本で見たあの綺麗な景色が目の前にそのまんまです。何とこの場所は2年くらい前まで日本では知られていなかったそうで、映画やPVの撮影にも使われたそうです。。風があったので肌寒く感じましたが、ウミガメの泳ぎも見れ晴れてくれたので良かったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/19 |
Reviewed by: マメタロウ
My first horseback riding experience was very enjoyable. Additionally, I was satisfied to fully appreciate the nature of Kualoa, which is also a power spot.
At first, I was scared, but I got used to it in about 10 minutes. It seems that each horse has its own personality; some are serious while others just eat grass.
By the way, I think it's better to wear a hat. It can be quite tough if the sun is blazing. For those who want to take photos, it's safer to use a strap around your neck since you'll be operating with one hand. It's difficult and dangerous to control the horse with one hand, so take photos sparingly.
Riding slowly through the great outdoors was a lot of fun.
初めての乗馬はとても良い経験になりました。
加えてパワースポットでもあるクアロアの自然を
思い切り味わえて満足できました。
最初は怖かったけど10分もすれば慣れてきます。
馬にも個性があるらしく、真面目な子もいれば
草ばっかり食べている子もいます。
ちなみに帽子は被ったほうが良いと思います。
太陽がカンカンだと結構きついかも。
写真を撮りたい方は、片手操作になるので
首からストラップを掛けた方が無難です。
片手で馬を操るのは難しく危ないので、
写真は程々に。
大自然の中、パカパカとゆっくり
乗馬は楽しかったです。
Dear Mametarou,
Thank you for your visit!
And thank you for the notes regarding other customers; you are absolutely right.
We hope to see you again soon!
マメタロウ様
ご来場有難うございました!
そして他のお客様での注意事項までいただき、有難うございます。まったくおっしゃる通りです。
また是非お越しくださいませ!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/10 |
Reviewed by: なっこちゃん
I had been wanting to go for a long time, but this time I finally decided to participate. The reason I hadn't joined before was probably due to cost... I had been settling for cheaper Kailua Beach tours instead. However, after going this time, I was convinced that the price was worth it. The ocean was beautiful, and I saw several sea turtles; it truly was the best location. Our guide, Yukiko, was a fun and wonderful person, and I had an enjoyable half-day. Since I didn't go snorkeling, the half-day course was sufficient for me, but I recommend the lunch-inclusive course for those who want to fully enjoy snorkeling.
以前から行きたいとは思っていましたが今回思い切って参加しました。なぜ今まで参加しなかったかと言うと費用の問題かな・・・もっとお安いカイルアビーチツアーなどでお茶を濁していたと言うことです。然し今回行って見てこのお値段でも納得がいきました。海も綺麗だし海がめも何匹も見れたしやはり最高のロケーションでした。ガイドのゆきこさんも楽しい素敵な方でしたし楽しい半日を過ごせました。一緒に参加した私もシュノーケリングをしなかったため半日コースで十分でしたがシュノーケリングを存分に楽しみたい方はランチ付きのコースをお勧めします。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: ba-ba
We participated with our family of four, including a 1.5-year-old child. The water was shallow, only up to our ankles, but the deep blue sea and white sandy beach created a striking contrast, allowing us to fully experience the wonders of nature. While the adults were captivated by the beautiful scenery, the children seemed to really enjoy snorkeling.
小1・5の子どもと家族4人で参加しました。
砂浜にはならず1番浅くてくるぶしほどでしたが、濃いブルーと白砂の海、色の違いがクッキリで、自然の不思議を十分に体感できました。
大人は美しい景色に見とれていましたが、子どもたちはシュノーケリングがとっても楽しかったようです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: D.M
At the end of August, my parents, my husband and I, and our two children (a fourth grader and a kindergartner) were taken care of. My kindergartner daughter is not good with water and cannot swim at all, but a kind Japanese staff member encouraged her gently, and she seemed to get motivated. She put on a mask and peeked into the sea for just a moment. She said the coral reef looked creepy and quickly came back up, but after a break, she wanted to go back in again. While I was in the water, the staff helped tie her hair and put on her mask, and she made another attempt.
They were very considerate of the children, and I think we were able to relax.
For lunch, we went to the neighboring boat to get our food, and they also offered us more fruit, which the kids happily ate. We even encountered a sea turtle, and we enjoyed a delicious hamburger lunch.
We had a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much.
8月末に、両親、私達夫婦、小4、年長の6人でお世話になりました。
年長の娘は水が苦手で、まったく泳げないのですが、日本人スタッフのお姉さんが優しく声を掛けてくださり、その気になったようで、マスクをつけて一瞬だけ海をのぞいてみました。珊瑚礁が気持ち悪いなどと言って、すぐにあがりましたが、それでも休憩後また入りたいというので、海に入っている私に代わり、髪を結わいてくださりマスク装着なども手伝って頂き、再挑戦しました。
子供にとても気を使って頂き、リラックスできたと思います。
ランチは隣の船に取りに行くのですが、果物のおかわりなども声を掛けて頂き、子供達は喜んで食べていました。ウミガメにも出会えましたし、ハンバーガーのランチも美味しく頂きました。
とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: 軍手ファミリー
We participated in a deserted island tour at Kailua Beach with our family.
I had many concerns about whether my parents in their 60s could handle a tandem kayak, but the distance was just right... It turned out to be great exercise and satisfied our curiosity, resulting in a wonderful experience. For those who feel that just sightseeing or spending time on the beach isn't enough, I think this tour is perfect.
Our guide, Chris, was very kind and shared Hawaiian folklore and stories about nature during the deserted island tour. I fell even more in love with Hawaii.
In addition to the tour, you can also rent snorkeling gear and stand-up paddleboarding equipment, making it highly recommended for those who want to fully enjoy Lanikai and Kailua Beach.
カイルアビーチの無人島ツアーに家族で参加してきました。
60代の両親に、カヤック二人乗りは無理なのでは!!!という不安も多々ありましたが、距離感も丁度よく。。。いい運動に、好奇心も満たされ、◎の結果です。観光だけでは、もの足りない。。。ビーチで過ごすだけでは、という方々にピッタリかと思います。
ガイドのクリスさんも大変親切で、無人島ツアーで聞けるハワイの民話に大自然の話し。より一層ハワイが好きになりました。
ツアー意外でも、シュノーケルグッズやスタンドアップサーフィンなどのビーチ用品もレンタルできるので、ラニカイ・カイルアビーチを堪能したい人におススメです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: ikecchi
There is a Japanese guide available, so it's reassuring to have someone who speaks Japanese. It would have been better if the shuttle bus driver spoke Japanese as well.
The operation of the kayak and paddling is manageable. However, we practiced on the river before moving to the sea, and you need strength to carry or pull the kayak. If you're a woman alone, it can be quite challenging.
Once you start paddling out to sea, it surprisingly moves along well. The sea is beautiful, and the view is fantastic. However, it's advisable to use sunscreen properly, as you can get quite sunburned.
日本人ガイドもおり、日本語を話せるガイドがいるので安心です。送迎バスの運転手が日本語を話せるとよりよかったのですが。
カヤックの操作、パドリングはなんとかなるものです。
ただ川で一度練習してから海へ移動したのですが、
カヤックを持つあるいは引く筋力が必要です。
女性一人ですと結構苦労します。
一度海へ漕ぎ出すと意外と進んでくれます。
海はきれいですし、眺めも最高。
ただし、日焼け止めはきちんとしたほうがいいです。
かなり焼けます。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Pratik
I wanted to do kayaking and my wife wanted us to do that in a two-man boat, which was fine with me. But then she chickened out at the last second and I had to kayak a two-man boat by myself. It was hard and embarassing and the situation sucked.
Despite that, I had a great time. My guide was very understanding of the situation and helped me along the whole way. My group kayaked to a small island a quarter-mile out to sea and he gave us a small tour. Interesting stuff.
When we came back, the manager gave us a partial refund on my wife's payment because she was in the boat for less than five minutes.
It was a good time. If you go to this place, ask for either Matt or Mark (can't remember). He's an orange-haired dude who wears a Gilligan hat.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/01 |
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Dear Take-chan,
Thank you for visiting us. I'm glad to hear that your girlfriend also enjoyed horseback riding. The two-hour horseback riding course offers a great view of the ocean, and in winter, you might even see whales.
We hope to see you again soon!
たけちゃん様
ご来場いただき、有難うございました。
彼女さんにも乗馬をしっかり楽しんでいただけたようで、嬉しく思います。
2時間の乗馬のコースでは、海が見えてお得です。冬には鯨が見えることもありますよ。
また是非お越し下さい。