Reviewed by: NAO
I love snorkeling. The scenery is beautiful, so I recommend going at least once.
シュノーケル大好きです。景色が綺麗なので、1度は行ってみることお勧めです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/11 |
Reviewed by: vanilla
I chose to participate on the day with the lowest tide during my stay. The timing was close to low tide for this tour, so I joined. On this day, there were two buses filled with only Japanese participants. However, the staff handled everything efficiently, so the movement was smooth.
After everyone saw the honu (sea turtles), we headed to the sandbar. The wind was strong, and the water was cold!! Everyone was shivering. But I was so happy to see the sandbar, which I had been looking forward to the most since before the trip.
It was my first experience with snorkeling, but the staff's explanations were easy to understand, so I could see well underwater! However, I realized that you can't snorkel if you can't swim... Still, I was satisfied to have experienced it a little.
After getting back on the boat, I enjoyed the sandwiches and tea that were prepared. Since I was cold, the food was a welcome treat!
On the day I participated, most of the attendees were couples, but there were also families and groups of friends who seemed to be having a great time.
滞在中でいちばん干潮になる日を選んで参加しました。時間帯が、こちらのツアーが干潮時に近かったので参加しました。 この日は日本人だけでバス2台でした。でもスタッフの方が手際よく対応されていたので移動などはスムーズでした。
みんなでホヌ(ウミガメ)を見たあとはサンドバーへ。風が強く、海の中は寒かった!!みんな震えてました。でも旅行前から一番楽しみにしていたサンドバーが見れてうれしかったです。
私はシュノーケル初体験でしたが、スタッフの方の説明がわかりやすかったので、ちゃんと海の中が見えました!でも泳げないとシュノーケルってできないんですね…。それでも少し体験できて満足です。
船にあがった後は、準備されているサンドイッチと紅茶をいただきました。身体が冷えていたので、食べ物うれしい!
私が参加した日は参加者はほぼカップルでしたが、家族連れの方や友達同士で参加の方も楽しそうでした★
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/08 |
Reviewed by: taka3its4u
My wife and I participated together. At first, my wife was hesitant to join, but she started smiling halfway through. By the end, she was eager to participate again. Since it was her first time, she was filled with anxiety and a sense of loneliness about riding alone. However, after mounting the horse for a while, she seemed to calm down with the intelligence of the well-trained horse and enjoyed the experience of horseback riding.
Having experienced horseback riding on the North Shore beaches, I found the location of this ranch to be wonderful. I particularly liked the view of Kaneohe Bay and Chinaman's Hat from the top of the hill. However, it's essential to be able to operate a camera or video with one hand, as one hand is needed for the reins. The staff will take photos in certain locations, but you still want to capture your own memories.
妻と2人で参加しました。
最初参加を渋っていた妻は、途中からにこにこ顔。
終わった後では、また参加したいという始末。
妻は初めてだったので、まず不安と1人で乗るという心細さでいっぱい。しかし、鞍に跨りしばらくしたら、上手に躾けられた馬の利口さに心が落ち着き、乗馬の楽しさを満喫したようです。
ノースショアのビーチで乗馬体験のある私は、今回の牧場の中というロケーションが、すばらしかったです。
丘の上から見下ろしたカネオヘ湾や、チャナマンズハットの景色が気に入りました。
ただし、カメラやビデオは、片手で操作できる事が必須です。片手は手綱ですから。スタッフが場所により撮影してくれますが、やはり自分で撮りたいですものね。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/06/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My husband and I participated in stand-up paddleboarding in Kailua. Since I had experience with surfing, we signed up without a lesson. It was more stable than a longboard, and it was fun to paddle easily like a boat. We paddled to a nearby island twice and didn't fall off even once (the wind and waves were mild). I was really satisfied since even a beginner like me could enjoy it so much. I would love to do it again when I go back to Hawaii! Thank you!
主人と二人でカイルア スタンドアップ・パドルに参加しました。サーフィンは経験していたので、レッスン無しで申し込みました。
ロングボードよりも安定していて、簡単にボートのように漕げて楽しかったです。近くの島にも2度漕いで行き、一度も落ちませんでした。(風や波も少なかったので)
初心者でもこんなに楽しめたので、すごく満足です。またハワイに行ったらリピートしたいです!
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I visited in February 2012. It was a 2-hour horseback ride.
The location is fantastic.
Scenes from movies and commercials unfolded right before my eyes, and the impact was several times greater than what you see on screen.
However, since it was the rainy season, we set off in light rain.
You can borrow a raincoat, but I was appalled by its dirtiness. The helmet was the same.
So, if the weather is clear, it would be perfect.
If you're going by rental car, you can also stop by the North on your way back, so I think you can enjoy the day.
2012年2月に行きました。2時間の乗馬です。
ロケーションは最高です。
映画やCMのワンシーンが目の前に拡がり、その映像の何倍もの迫力がありました。
が、雨季ということもあって小雨の中を出発。
レインコートを借りられるのですが、その汚さに閉口しました。ヘルメットも同様です。
なので、晴れていれば言うことなし、なわけです。
レンタカーで行くのであれば、帰りにノースへも寄れますので1日楽しめるとおもいます。
Thank you for visiting.
Even though it was raining, it seems you were able to enjoy the scenery.
(By the way, we clean the raincoats and helmets every day.)
Next time, please come to Kualoa on a sunny day!!
We look forward to seeing you.
ご来場有難うございました。
雨の中とはいえ、景色を堪能していただいたようですね。
(ちなみにレインコート、ヘルメットは毎日クリーニングしています。)
今度はまた晴天のクアロアにいらしてください!!
お待ちしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/05 |
Reviewed by: TOPDJ
Also $8 optional shopping trip to town ws not mentioned
Food could have been better, very greasy
Next time I would do pizza not the bbq/chinese option
Had fun on the beach even though snorkleing is not very good, too far to walk and water not the clearest up close
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: mikaro
Thanks to the very friendly staff, I was able to enjoy myself despite the unfortunate weather.
However, it was a bit disappointing as it was somewhat different from the image of a sandy beach. It is quite affected by the weather and the tides, so I might need to try a few times.
If I have the chance again, I would like to go back.
とても楽しいスタッフさんのおかげで、あいにくの天気でしたが、なんとか楽しむことができました。
ただ、サンドビーチのイメージとはちょっと違っていたのが残念でした。
天候と海の満ち引きの時間にかなり影響されるので、何度かチャレンジしないとかもしれません。
また機会があれば、行きたいです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: mahalo88.y
My daughter wanted to go snorkeling on her graduation trip with five friends, so we signed up. After returning home, her feedback was that everything was fantastic. The activities at the sandbar, the time management, and the meals were all plentiful and delicious. The captain who cooked for us was also a wonderful person, and the staff seemed very kind. They even got to see sea turtles, which was truly moving! Overall, we were extremely satisfied, and we would love to participate again the next time we visit Hawaii.
娘が友達5人での卒業旅行でシュノーケリングがしたいというので申し込みしました。帰国後の感想は、すべてに於いて最高のようでした。サンドバーでのアクティビティ、時間配分、食事もボリュウム満点でとても美味しく、調理してくれたキャプテンも素敵な方・・スタッフも親切だったようです。ウミガメにも本当に会えて感動!とにかく大満足で次回渡ハするときはまた参加したいですね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Alex S.
Great trip. Enjoyed the catamaran trip to the sandbar followed by snorkeling and volleyball in the water; the burgers were great and snorkeling later with the turtles and fish was awesome! Highly recommended for anyone!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/24 |
Reviewed by: yamato
Upon arriving at the shop with lockers, we received an explanation and headed to Kailua Beach. After that, we had lunch and kayaking, so we only had about an hour to play at the beach. Kailua Beach is very beautiful, and the breeze felt nice.
As for kayaking, to be honest, it was tough for me as someone who is not athletic and has a bit of a flabby body, but I somehow managed to reach the uninhabited island in last place. This led to a bit of a quarrel between us, which brought down the mood, but we were encouraged by the instructor's energetic and reliable presence, and we ended up having a great time. On the uninhabited island, the instructor shared stories about birds and mythology, which was enjoyable.
For those going with a partner who may not have much stamina, please lead them without getting angry. That's the secret to having fun!
ロッカーのあるショップに到着すると説明をうけてカイルアビーチへ。その後ランチとカヤックがあるので、ビーチで遊べるのは実質1時間くらいでした。
カイルアビーチはとってもきれいで、風がきもちよかったです。
さてカヤックですが、運動音痴でブヨブヨバディの私には正直しんどかったですが、最下位でなんとか無人島に到着。そのことで夫婦喧嘩になりテンションがさがってしまったのですが、インストラクターの元気で頼りがいのある逞しい姿に後押しされ楽しく過ごせました。無人島ではインストラクターの方が鳥や神話の話をしてくれて楽しかったです。
体力のないパートナーと行かれる方は、怒らずにリードしてあげて下さいね。それが楽しむ秘訣ですよ。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/23 |
Reviewed by: サマー
I participated with my husband and our 4-year-old and 0-year-old children.
I had many worries about bringing a baby, but I was truly moved by the beauty of the ocean. The water was cold, and we returned to the boat once, but since we had come all this way and the sky and sea were so beautiful, I thought it would be a waste to just watch from the boat. So, I held the baby and went into the water, which was waist-deep. However, in the shallows, it was only knee-deep.
I had heard that we couldn't use a stroller, so my husband and I took turns holding the baby. Fortunately, the baby didn't cry, which was a relief.
The BBQ burgers on the boat were delicious. While enjoying the beautiful ocean view, we ate hamburgers and listened to a lot of Hawaiian music, making it a relaxing day.
We couldn't go snorkeling, but we were able to see a turtle popping its head out of the water from the boat.
Since the boat was full, I thought it was a bit cramped for us with all our luggage.
旦那さんと4歳と0歳の子供を連れて参加しました
赤ちゃん連れで心配な事もたくさんありましたが本当に海のキレイさに感動しました。海が冷たくて一度船に戻りましたが、せっかく来たしこんなに空と海がキレイなのに、船からみてるのはもったいないと思い赤ちゃんを抱っこして腰までの深さの海に入りました。でも浅瀬へ行くと膝ぐらいの深さでした
ベビーカーは使えないと聞いてたのでずっと旦那さんと赤ちゃんを交代で抱っこしてました
幸い泣き叫ぶこともなくてよかったです
船上でのBBQバーガーは美味しかったです
キレイな海を眺めながらハンバーガーを食べてたくさんのハワイアンミュージックを歌ってもらいのんびりした一日となりました
シュノーケルはできませんでしたが、船からカメが顔を出してる所を見ることができました
船内は満席だったため荷物の多い私達には少し狭かったかなと思いました
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
As I saw in the movie, the sandbar where it suddenly becomes shallow was a very mysterious and wonderful place. The clarity of the seawater was indeed high, but it was a bit disappointing that it was cloudy that day. I hope to go on a sunny day next time. However, I was able to see many turtles and fish, and the staff's service was great, so I was very satisfied. I definitely look forward to visiting again!
映画で見たとおり、そこだけ急に浅瀬になっているサンドバーは、とても不思議で素敵な場所でした。
海水の透明度もさすがに高かったのですが、当日は曇り空だったので、それだけはちょっと残念でした。次回は晴れの日に行きたいなと思います。でも、亀もお魚もたくさん見れたし、スタッフの応対も良かったので大満足です。
また、是非宜しくお願いします!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I wanted to join the recommended plan, but due to scheduling conflicts with other tours, I participated in the early morning plan.
The Japanese guide (a woman) kept the atmosphere lively with jokes and provided clear instructions at the sea turtle viewing points. I was able to see many more sea turtles than I had expected, and I even spotted baby turtles.
After the sea turtle viewing, we moved to the sandbar. The weather was nice, but the seawater was cold... (though it was fine once I got used to it). The scenery was just as beautiful as I had seen in photos!
After that, we went snorkeling, but contrary to my expectations, the visibility wasn't very good, and I felt like I hardly saw any fish. Additionally, the water was quite deep, and the current seemed relatively fast, so I recommend that those who are not experienced with snorkeling definitely use the floatation devices provided by the staff. (As a beginner, I found it tough without one.)
Overall, I think the tour is enjoyable, with all the staff being friendly and cheerful.
おすすめプランに参加したかったのですが、
他のツアーとの時間の兼ね合いで早朝プランへ参加しました。
日本人ガイドの方(女性)がジョークも交えつつ
盛り上げてくれ、ウミガメ観賞ポイントでは
ポイントをきちんと教えてくれました。
予想していた以上にウミガメが沢山見られ、
更には子ガメも発見できました。
ウミガメ観賞後はサンドバーへ移動。
天気は良かったのですが、海水は冷たかった・・・
(慣れてしまえば平気ですが)
写真で見ていたのと同じ風景ですごく綺麗でした!
そのあと、シュノーケリングをしましたが、
こちらは予想に反してあまり透明度が無く、
魚もほとんど見られなかったように感じます。
しかも水深は結構深く、流れも比較的早いように思うので、
シュノーケリングに不慣れな方は、スタッフが貸してくれる浮き棒?を必ず使うことをお勧めします。
(私は初心者だったのでこれがないときつかったです)
全体的にはスタッフの方も全員フレンドリーで明るく、
楽しく過ごせるツアーだと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/14 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This activity was a great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a safe and fun experience. I would do this activity again! After our trip we were allowed to use either snorkle gear or bicycles until out tour bus picked us up. Staff is very polite and attentive!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was disappointing that the sandbar wasn't fully exposed since we participated close to high tide. However, the water level was about knee-deep, so we had fun playing volleyball with other participants.
The subsequent turtle watching from the boat and snorkeling at the coral reef were also great. Even without scuba diving, we were able to interact with tropical fish.
満潮に近い時間帯での参加だったのでサンドバーが完全には露出していなかったのが残念です。でも、水位は膝下くらいなので、アクティビティ参加者同士で、バレーボールをして楽しめました。
その後の船上からのウミガメ観賞やサンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングも良かったです。スキューバダイビングをせずとも熱帯魚と戯れることができました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I wanted to forget the daily hustle and bustle, so I joined the tour alone and relaxed.
As we headed out to the sea by boat, a beautiful sandy beach suddenly appeared, which felt quite magical.
I checked the low tide times in advance, so everything went according to plan! I was able to see the sandbar.
Depending on the time, the sandbar may not be fully visible, so I definitely recommend checking the low tide times before participating.
Several sea turtles showed up, and I was able to take great photos!!
Since I was the only one participating alone, the staff were very attentive, and thanks to them, I had a wonderful time.
日頃の喧騒を忘れたくて
のんびり、ひとりで参加しました。
沖まで船で向うと、きれいな砂浜が突然姿を現す
不思議な感覚でした。
前もって干潮の時間を調べて参加したので、
予定どおり!~サンドバーを見ることができました。
時間によってはサンドバーが完全に出ないこともあるので、
絶対に干潮の時間を調べて参加することをおすすめします。
海ガメも何匹も姿を見せてくれて、
バッチリ写真が取れました!!
私だけひとり参加だったためか、スタッフの方がすごく気遣ってくれて、
おかげですごく楽しめました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl Moore
We took the 2 hour ATV ride and it was an experience of a lifetime. The views were amazing. The guide was great! It is an experience that I would recommend to everyone visiting the Island.
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
There was a strong current flowing sideways from the starting point to the remote island, which made it tough.
出発点から離島まで横に流れがあり、きつかった。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It seems that the weather around the sandbar can be unstable. When I participated, it was sunny and about 28 degrees in Waikiki, but Kaneohe Bay was cloudy with some rain. However, I was able to see the sandbar, so it was still a lot of fun.
Advice for those participating:
It's better to prepare for the cold!!
(Check the weather in Kaneohe Bay on the day, not Waikiki.)
If you have long-sleeved swimwear for surfing, and a jacket and something like sweatpants to wear after getting out of the water, you won't feel cold. (The guide was wearing a windbreaker...)
If the weather is clear, it's the best. The burgers for lunch are delicious!
サンドバーのあたりは、天候が不安定みたいです。
参加した時も、ワイキキは、晴天28度くらいだったけど、カネオヘ湾は、曇って雨もパラついていました。でも、サンドバーはみれたので、やっぱり楽しかったです。
参加される方へのアドバイス:
寒さ対策あったほうがいいです!!
(ワイキキではなく、当日のカネオヘ湾の天気チェックしてください。)
サーフィン用などの、長袖水着とか、海から上がったあと、上着と、下にはくジャージの様な物もあれば、寒くないです。(ガイドさんは、ウインドブレーカーきてました・・)
天気晴れたら、最高です。お昼のバーガーおいしいです~!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/08 |
Reviewed by: みち
I participated in the early morning plan, and although my stay was only about two hours, I was very satisfied. It was a lucky day as the sandbar was completely exposed due to low tide! I also got to see a rainbow and even a sea turtle, which was amazing! If you're going to the beach, I recommend this place over Hanauma Bay! However, there might be fewer types of fish for snorkeling. The staff were also very friendly, making it fun and taking photos for us.
早朝プランに参加させていただき、滞在時間は2時間ほどですがとても満足できました。
参加当日は引き潮で完全にサンドバーが現れているラッキーな日でした!
虹も見れて、ウミガメもちょっとだけど見れて最高!!
海に行くならハナウマ湾よりこっちがオススメです!ただ、
シュノーケルの魚は種類が少ないかも…。
スタッフの皆さんも楽しく盛り上げてくれたり、写真撮ってくれたりとても親切でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/05/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I signed up at the request of my son, who is learning horseback riding. I thought two hours would be tough for a beginner, but it wasn't that bad. The horse was very gentle, but it occasionally wandered off to eat leaves or took several bathroom breaks, which was amusing. There was a Japanese video before the horseback riding, so I understood the precautions well. We went from a narrow mountain path to a road with a view of the sea, and entering the valley revealed a completely different landscape from the wide-open sea. There were guides about filming locations for movies like Lost, Godzilla, and Jurassic Park, which was enjoyable. However, since all the participants were from English-speaking countries and the staff only spoke English, we felt a bit isolated as we were outside the explanation circle... It seems that half-day or one-day tours have more Japanese participants. It's recommended to book in advance as it's cheaper than signing up directly on-site.
乗馬を習っている息子のリクエストで申込みました。
初心者で2hはキツイかな?と思いましたが、それほどでもなかったです。
馬はとてもおとなしいのですが、時々寄り道して葉っぱを食べてしまったり、何度もトイレタイムになったりして笑えました。
乗馬の前に日本語のビデオがあるので、注意事項はよくわかりました。
細い山道から海の見える道に行って、渓谷に入ると広々とした海とは全く違う風景。
ロストやゴジラ、ジュラシックパークの映画のロケ地の案内があって楽しめます。
ただ、参加者が全員英語圏でスタッフも英語しか話せないので解説の圏外にいた私たちは孤独感・・・
半日や1DAYのツアーは日本人が多いらしいですね。
現地で直接申し込みより安いので事前申し込みがオススメです。
Thank you for your visit.
The scenery is magnificent, and before you know it, two hours have passed while you are captivated by it.
We look forward to your next visit.
ご来場有難うございました。
景色が雄大で、見とれているうちに2時間があっという間にたってしまいますよね。
またのご来場をお待ちしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
As expected, I felt energized.
It might have been a coincidence, but we had one staff member guiding us for the two of us, so we were able to enjoy it at a leisurely pace.
We didn't choose the shuttle service, so we took the city bus, and since I can't speak English, I was nervous about whether we would arrive safely.
I recommend the shuttle service for those who are not confident.
The journey there is also a memorable experience.
期待通り、パワーをもらえた気がします。
たまたまなのか、案内のスタッフさん1人×私たち2人で回ったので、ゆったり楽しめました。
送迎付にしなかったので、市バスで行ったのですが、英語が話せないので無事に到着するかドキドキでした。
自信のない方は、送迎付をお勧めします。
行きの道中もまた思い出ですが。
Thank you for your visit.
If you choose the transportation option, you can travel back and forth without worry.
We look forward to your next visit!
ご来場有難うございました。
送迎付きにしていただければ、心配なく往復できます。
またのご来場お待ちしております!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/03 |
Reviewed by: ryoko
The weather was unfortunately not great that day, and I was wondering how it would turn out, but by the time we boarded the boat, the rain had stopped. It wasn't perfectly sunny, but the weather was decent!
We boarded the boat and arrived at the sandbar. The Japanese guide was a really cheerful lady. It was a bit windy, so it was slightly cold, but the scenery was beautiful and we had a great time. I was moved to see so many sea turtles. The hamburger lunch with patties grilled on the boat's deck was especially delicious!!!
この日はあいにくの天気でどうなるかと思いましたが船に乗るころには雨もやみ、快晴とまでは行きませんでしたがまずまずの天気でした!
船に乗り込みサンドバーへ到着。
日本人ガイドさんもすごくのりのいいお姉さんで^^
少し風が強かったので若干寒かったですがとてもきれいで楽しめました。
ウミガメもたくさん見れて感動しました。
特に船のデッキ、グリルで焼いてくれたパティをはさんだハンバーガーランチはとてもおいしかったです!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/01 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ初心者
We participated as a family of five with children aged 7, 4, and 2. The weather was nice on the day of the event, the sea was calm, and we were able to see sea turtles, making it a very enjoyable experience. The boat was filled only with Japanese participants, and there were also Japanese female staff members, so the children felt comfortable. With around 20 participants, it was easy to interact with nearby families and couples, and at the sandbar, even small children could play leisurely while holding hands with their parents. Only my 7-year-old and I tried snorkeling. There were long floats that allowed us to view the underwater scenery side by side, making it surprisingly easy to see coral reefs and small fish. For lunch, the staff grilled hamburgers on the boat, and we could enjoy our meal while leisurely taking in the scenery. It was a fun tour. For reference, the meeting place was not our accommodation, so I was a bit worried about whether we were in the right spot until the pickup arrived. The bus was shared, and I was concerned that nearly 90% of the passengers were American, wondering if there were no other Japanese participants, but I felt relieved when we met up at the dock. Additionally, my wife mentioned that the staff shared interesting stories on the microphone during the bus ride, but since it was all in English, it was boring if you didn't understand. I thought it would be nice to have books or toys for the children to keep them entertained during the bus ride.
7才、4才、2才の5人家族で参加しました。当日は天候も良く海も荒れず、ウミガメも鑑賞でき大変楽しく参加できました。船も日本人参加者のみで乗船でき日本人の女性スタッフもいましたので子供たちも懐いていました。船も参加人数がごちゃごちゃしない20人程度でしたので程よく近くの家族連れやカップルと交流ができ、サンドバーでは小さい子供も親と手を繋いでのんびり遊べます。シュノーケリングは7才の子と私だけ挑戦しました。2人で並んで水中を鑑賞できる長い浮きなどもあり案外簡単にサンゴ礁や小魚を鑑賞できました。お昼はスタッフが船上でハンバーガーを焼いてくれて船でのんびりと景色を見ながら食べれます。楽しいツアーでした。参考までに集合場所が私たちは宿泊先ではなかったので少々迎えがくるまでここでいいのか心配でした。バスも乗り合いで米国人が9割近く乗車してて日本人はいないのかと心配になりましたが船着き場で合流できたので安心しました。あとバスの中で妻曰くおもしろい話をスタッフがマイクで話していたそうですが、終始英語なので解らないと退屈です。バスの乗車中、本など子供がひまを紛らわせるおもちゃなどあるといいかなと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/25 |
Reviewed by: みるみる
I visited Kailua last January, and since I only did sightseeing then and didn't swim, I made sure to participate this time with the intention of definitely getting into the ocean.
The wind was strong and it was a bit chilly, but I was able to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
There were quite a few participants, but the staff at the shop were efficient in giving instructions, which minimized any time loss, and that was great.
On the way to the beach, I bought breakfast at a small market and enjoyed it on the beach, which was delicious. (I later found out it was a famous market.)
The pizza for lunch was also tasty. The lady at the pizza shop was a fun person.
It was a last-minute trip, but with Alan1, I was able to confirm my reservation immediately, making it easy to plan. I would like to use their services again. Thank you very much.
カイルアには昨年1月に行き、その時は観光のみで泳がなかったので、この次は絶対海に入るぞっと思い、参加しました。
風が強く、少し肌寒かったですが、綺麗な景色でのんびりできました。
結構沢山の参加者でしたが、ショップの方はテキパキと指示されて時間のロスも無く良かったです。
ショップからビーチまで歩いて行く間にある、小さなマーケットで朝ごはんを買ってビーチで食べたのも、美味しかったです。
(あとから有名なマーケットだったとわかりました。)
お昼のピザも美味しかったです。ピザのお店のおばさんも楽しい人でした。
急に決めた旅行でしたが、Alan1さんは申し込み即確約できて、プランが立て易かったです。またお世話になりたいです。有難うございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Kei&Tomoe
This time, there were only my husband and me on the guided tour. My husband has kayaking experience, but I was a beginner. The guide kindly taught me how to get into the kayak and how to use the paddle. With a spirited "Let's get to it!" we walked for about three minutes with our gear, and in front of us was the beautiful blue ocean of Kailua, welcoming us with a sea turtle! It was so cute popping its head out of the water. However, there was no time to be amazed as I nervously got into the kayak and set off into the open sea. We paddled hard, following the guide towards an uninhabited island about 300-400 meters away. Despite the headwind, as we paddled, another sea turtle swam nearby! In a moment of surprise, we forgot to paddle and exclaimed, "Wow!!!" After a brief moment of excitement, I quickly returned to focus, being careful not to hit the turtle with my paddle, and we paddled for another 20 minutes before safely arriving at the island. The guide explained in detail why this island was formed, the habits of migratory birds, and that it is a protected area. Along the way, we found a pair of migratory birds in a hole and discovered crab shells, all while having a great time walking around the island. After that, we expressed our desire to go snorkeling at Lanikai, and the guide happily agreed, so we got back into the kayak. Paddling from the island to Lanikai Beach was challenging as we had to paddle at a right angle to the waves to avoid being swept onto the sandy beach. Fortunately, we encountered another sea turtle along the way. This time it was a baby turtle, small and adorable! We couldn't believe how lucky we were to see so many turtles as we made our way to "Heavenly Sea." Lanikai has many coral reefs, making it a perfect spot for snorkeling! We enjoyed snorkeling with the guide, greeted by small fish, large fish, and colorful fish, which made all the paddling fatigue disappear. Although I’m not very good at swimming and couldn’t go far, the guide was thrilled, saying, "Look at this big fish (about a meter long)!" After about 15 minutes of snorkeling, we took pictures together and had a blast! The two-hour tour went by in a flash, and we kayaked back to Kailua, where we said goodbye to the guide. After that, we had lunch at a pizza place and enjoyed some free time. Of course, we returned to Kailua Beach afterward!
今回、ガイドさん付きのツアーは私達夫婦一組だけ。夫はカヤック経験者だけど、私は初。そんな私のためにカヤックの乗り方、パドルの使い方を丁寧に教えてくれました。『実践あるのみダネ~♪』と意気揚々と道具を持ち、海へと歩くこと3分ほど。目の前にはカイルアの青い青い海が広がっていて、海ガメさんがお出迎え♪顔を水面から出したりしててカワイイ~。が、、、感動する暇もさほどなく、おっかなびっくりカヤックに乗っていざ大海原へ。。300~400m離れた無人島を目指してひたすらガイドさんについて漕ぐ、漕ぐ、漕ぐ。。向かい風にも負けず漕いでいると、ゆらゆらと別の海ガメさんが近くを泳いでる!!まさかの遭遇に、漕ぐのを一瞬忘れ二人で『おぉ~~~っっ!!!』と大騒ぎ!!感動も束の間、ふと我に返りパドルを亀さんにぶつけないように気をつけながら再び漕ぐこと20分。島に無事に到着♪なぜこの島が出来たのかとか、渡り鳥の習性、保護地区であることを詳しく教えてくれました。途中、穴の中に渡り鳥のツガイを見つけたり、カニの抜け殻を見つけたり、大騒ぎしながら一周歩きました。その後、ラニカイへ渡ってシュノーケルをしたい、という私達の希望をガイドさんは快く引き受けてくれて、再びカヤックへ。島からラニカイビーチまでは波に対して直角に漕ぐので、砂浜に流されないようにするのが大変だった・・。嬉しいことに、その途中でも海ガメさんに遭遇。今度は子ガメで、小さくて可愛かったぁ~(*^^*)こんなに会えるなんて思ってもみなかっただけに、ラッキーなことこの上ないね、と話しながら『天国の海』へ。ラニカイはサンゴ礁がたくさんあって、シュノーケルには絶好の場所!ガイドさんと一緒にシュノーケルを楽しみました。小さな魚や大きな魚、色とりどりの魚たちが出迎えてくれてさっきまで漕ぎまくった疲れも吹っ飛びましたね。泳ぎがあまり得意ではなく、遠くまでは行けなかったけどガイドさんは『こ~んな大きな魚(1メートルくらい)がイタヨ!』と大喜びでした☆
15分ほどシュノーケルを楽しみ、写真を3人で撮り合い、大騒ぎしてとても楽しかった~!!!!2時間のツアーガイドもあっという間で、再びカヤックでカイルアへ向かい、Shopへ戻ってガイドさんとはお別れ・・・。その後はピザ屋さんでのランチとフリータイム。ランチ後はもちろん再びカイルアビーチに戻りましたが♪キレ
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sea was very beautiful, and all the staff were kind, so I had a great time!! Kayaking was the best!! I hope to come again this year!!
海がとても綺麗でスタッフもみんな親切で、とても楽しかったです!!カヤック最高!!
今年もまたお願いします!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/07 |
Reviewed by: 吉田
I had a great time encountering sea turtles! The hamburgers were delicious, and the staff was very polite and pleasant. However, my third-grade son seemed a bit scared of snorkeling.
ウミガメにも出逢えて楽しかったです!ハンバーガーも美味しく、スタッフはとても丁寧で気持ち良かったです。ただ小学3年生の息子はシュノーケリングが少し怖かったようです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Miss. Aussie
WOW! From the moment we arrived at the pier (we drove as we had a toddler with us) Jenner was playful and set a great mood. Everyone was excited for a day on the water, even though the weather didn't look too great. The Sandbar was fantastic, it's a unique experience being in the middle of the ocean, walking around. My husband had NEVER snorkeled before and found it hard to put the experience into words; he saw fish he'd only ever seen in documentaries and he was fascinated by the colours and the way they would swim around him... he's now officially addicted. Lunch was really good; well organised, quick and tasty. Our little one kinda freaked out on the boat and the staff were great with cheering him up. Jenner played his guitar while we ate and I've never felt more relaxed and like I was "in Hawaii". We saw turtles, the coral reef we moved to after the sand bar was unbelievable - the marine life is abundant and a hot cocoa at the end of a day snorkeling in cooler water was a perfect e
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Jamie
I had friends visiting the islands, and they wanted to do something a bit different, and 'off the beaten path' so I decided to take them Ocean Kayaking over in Kailua! We headed out, a bit late, and got there and the staff at Kailua Sailboards and Kayaks were amazing and friendly, telling us all the best insider tips for kayaking out there! We got out into the ocean, and it was extremely windy and choppy, but it was so much fun heading out to Flat Island and then over to the beach for a bit of relaxing snorkeling and sunbathing. Thanks again to the great staff at Kailua Sailboards for all their help with everything kayak and ocean related, my friends and I had a blast braving the elements and spending the day out on the water!
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/27 |
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Thank you for visiting.
When riding a horse, your viewpoint becomes quite high, so it might be a little scary at first.
However, I'm glad your wife enjoyed it as well.
On the two-hour course, we go in the opposite direction (to the Ka'a'awa Valley, which has many movie filming locations), so please be sure to try the two-hour experience next time.
We look forward to your next visit!
ご来場有難うございました。
馬に乗ると目線がかなり高くなるので、最初は少々怖いかもしれませんね。
でも奥様にも楽しんでいただけて嬉しく思います。
2時間コースでは反対の方角(映画のロケ地が多数ある、カアアヴァ渓谷)へ行くので、
今度は是非、2時間も体験してみてください。
またのご来場お待ちしております!