All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

Thank you all for the great adventure. Lots of turtles and what a beautiful setting!

The weather was great, and it was an amazing experience. We rode a buggy with six adults, speeding through the great outdoors. We stopped several times to take photos. The guide was very attentive and made us feel really happy.

とても天気が良く最高の体験でした。
バギーに大人6人乗り込んで大自然の中結構飛ばしながら走りました。
何回か止まって、写真撮影したりしました。
ガイドさんがとてもサービス旺盛でとても楽しい気持ちになりました。

We were blessed with beautiful weather and got to see the stunning sea. The private boat was a free space where we could enjoy music and meals. The captain was cheerful and kind, entertaining us throughout the trip. We made memories for a lifetime! Thank you!

晴天に恵まれ、美しい海を見ることができた。
プライベートの船は音楽をかけたり、食事をしたりすべてが自由な空間。
キャプテンは明るく優しい方で私たちを楽しませてくれました。
一生の思い出ができました！ありがとう！

We had an amazing time at kualua ranch and did the 2-hr atv drive. Fun and interactive tour guide. Beautiful sceneries. Definitely doing it again. highly recommended this tour.

This was my second visit to Kualoa Ranch. Since my last visit was before COVID-19, I noticed quite a few changes, but both the café and the shop were well-stocked and enjoyable. I only participated in the horseback riding tour, so my stay was short, but I had a great time. The tour was supposed to be two hours, but I was surprised to hear it would only be an hour and a half that day, with a refund offered. However, even with just an hour and a half, the horseback riding was more than enough. The scenery you can enjoy at Kualoa Ranch is unique, so I definitely want to go back.

クアロアランチは2回目の訪問でした。
前回はコロナ前でしたのでいろいろ変わってる感じはありましたが、カフェもショップも充実していてよかったです。
私は乗馬だけのツアーでしたので滞在時間は短かったですが楽しめました。
ツアーは乗馬2時間でしたが、当日1時間半になるので返金があるとの話でびっくりしましたが1時間半でも乗馬だけなので充分でした。
この景色を堪能できるのはクアロアランチならではなので私はまた行きたいなと思います。

Driving on the off-road paths was exhilarating! It was great to be able to visit the holy sites of the Jurassic Park tour as well.

オフロードの道を運転できる爽快さが最高でした！ジュラシックパーク、ツアーの聖地も巡れるのがとてもよかった。（全てではないですが）

We had a great time on our 2 hour ATV tour, the trails were easy to maneuver and our guides were fun! Thank you Ava and James!!

I wanted to go to Kailua after a long time, so I chose this tour where we could enjoy the beach and shopping. Since it was just our family on the day, thank you for being so considerate. When we arrived at the office, I remembered that I had participated seven years ago, and we had a great conversation. Also, the plate lunch we had for lunch was very delicious. I look forward to the day we can meet again.

久しぶりにカイウラに行きたいと思ってビーチとショッピングができるこのツアーを選びました。
当日は私達家族だけだったので、色々気を遣って頂きありがとうございました。オフィスに着いてから7年前にも参加したことも思いだし、楽しい会話もできました。
あと、ランチで食べたプレートランチがとても美味しかったです。
また、お会い出来る日を楽しみにしてます。

Both on the ship and at sea, it was truly the best time‼️ There were so many activities that the kids didn't have enough time. We will definitely come again!

船内も、海上も、本当に最高の時間でした‼️
アクティビティもたくさんあり、子供たちは時間が足りませんでした。
また絶対に行かせていただきます！

I was able to experience horseback riding for a long time.
There was one guide for our group of six, who led us from the front and supported us from the back.
I thought the horses were smart as they remembered the path.
Along with the beautiful scenery of Hawaii, I was able to thoroughly enjoy horseback riding, to the point where my butt and knees started to hurt.

長時間乗馬を経験できました
6人のグループに1人のガイドの方がついてくれて、前を率いたり、後ろからサポートしてくれたりしました
馬が道を覚えており、頭が良いなと思いました
ハワイの美しい景色とともに、しっかりと乗馬を楽しむことができ、おしりと膝が痛くなったくらいです

It was a truly wonderful experience! Honestly, it was expensive, but it created the best memories.

We signed up for a two-hour horseback riding experience with transportation for three people aged 70, 41, and 13. We gathered at 7:30 and boarded the bus, which was supposed to arrive 45 minutes before the activity, but we got there just a few minutes before 9:00. I was worried about not being able to participate, but we were told to wait on a bench, and the staff called our names and handed us a paper with the activity details. Then we moved to another location where they explained each area in English, and it felt like we were dismissed. I thought it was easy to understand since the reception areas were visible from where we were.

We went directly to the horseback riding reception, signed in, and the staff helped us choose our horses. Everything went smoothly, and we even had time to use the restroom. The restroom was a portable one, but it was spacious and relatively clean. There was a sign saying not to flush the toilet paper, but I realized that after I had flushed it.

The horses were truly intelligent, following the path perfectly at a good speed. We rode through the shade of trees and could see the ocean, arriving at a meadow where we could see those amazing mountains. The guide had a reaction that seemed quite rare, as my horse suddenly lowered its posture and lay down in that meadow. I jumped off when it lowered itself and moved away a bit, so I wasn't injured, but it rolled on its back as if scratching itself and quickly stood up. The guide repeatedly said sorry and checked if I was okay. I realized that even the smartest animals can behave unpredictably, so it's important to keep that in mind. However, my mother in her 70s, who I was most worried about, was able to enjoy the experience until the end and said she was really glad she did it without any physical issues!

After horseback riding, I gave the guide a tip of $100, which might seem small compared to the experience fee of over $90, but I thought it was appropriate to follow local customs.

We finished around 11:30 and looked at photos of the actors before heading to buy lunch. There was already a long line, and we waited nearly 30 minutes after ordering. Our bus was scheduled to leave at 1:00, so we only had a little time to eat and took the rest back to the hotel. We had been talking about having plenty of time, but in the end, it was a bit rushed.

A photographer in a buggy took pictures of each of us as soon as we started riding. Each photo was $20. The buggy could accommodate four people, and the price was the same. Payment by card was available. By the way, I was able to ride with a North Face body bag attached to my waist. Even those without bags could borrow pockets on the saddle for drinks or smartphones.

In our group of six, consisting of my daughter, mother, myself, and three others, we lined up in that order, so I ended up with many photos of the backs of the two in front of me. Although I managed to take some photos while turning back as we got used to it, I only have about three mediocre photos of myself. I regret not trying harder to ask the guide to take at least one family photo, even if it was a long shot. By the way, we didn’t go to any locations with signs that clearly indicated they were filming sites for movies. I think the people on the bus went to those places.

Being able to experience horseback riding while seeing the magnificent scenery, which is different from Japan, was the best memory of my long-held dream. I think everyone should try it at least once.

とても良い経験となりました！正直高いですが、最高の思い出です。


09:30〜の乗馬２時間体験送迎付に70歳、41歳、13歳の3人で申し込みました。07:30の集合でバスに乗り込み、アクティビティの45分前までに着くようにと記載ありますが、着いたのが09:00数分前。
もしこれで参加できなかったらどうしようと不安でしたが、ベンチで待つよう言われ、受付の方が名前を呼びアクティビティ記載の紙を渡す→場所移動→英語で各場所の説明？をされ、解散みたいな感じでした。各受付はその場から見える範囲にあるのでわかりやすいと思いました。
私達はそのまま乗馬の受付にいき、サインしてスタッフが馬を選んでくれたりの流れでした。バタバタする事もなく、トイレにもいけました。トイレは簡易トイレですが、広く割と綺麗でした。トイレットペーパーは流さないでと張り紙がありましたが、流した後に気づきました。

馬は本当に賢くて、速度も道順もバッチリです。木陰を進み海が見えてきて、あの凄い山々が見える草原？広場？に到着です。
こんなことは滅多にないような反応をガイドさんがしてましたが、私の馬がその広場で急に姿勢を低くし、寝っ転がりました。私は低くなった時に飛び降り少し離れたので怪我等なかったですが、寝転がり背中をカイカイみたいにモゾモゾしてすぐ立ち上がりました。
ガイドさんに何度もsorryと言われ、怪我はないか？の確認もされました。どんなに賢くても生き物なのでこういった事も起こり得るという事は忘れずにいた方がいいと実感しました。
でも1番心配していた70代の母も最後まで体験でき、体の不調もなく本当にしてよかった！と言っています。

乗馬後、9万超えの体験料のチップとしては少ないかもですが、100ドルをガイドさんにお渡ししました。
それでも私にとっては高いですが、郷に入れば郷に従えでお渡ししました。

終わったのが11:30頃で俳優さんの写真等を見てから昼食を買いに行きました。既に長蛇の列で、注文してからも30分近く待ちました。13:00発のバスで15分前集合でしたので、ほんの少しだけ食べ後は持ち帰り、ホテルで食べました。割と時間あるねーなんて話していたのに結果最後はバタバタでした。

バギーに乗ったカメラマンさんが、乗馬始まってすぐ1人ずつ写真を撮ってくださいました。
これは１枚20ドルでした。バギーは一台で4人家族とかで写っていて同じ値段でした。カード払いできます。
ちなみに写真にうっていますが、ノースフェイスのボディバックを腰につけては乗馬可能でした。カバンがない人でも飲み物とかスマホ等は鞍？につけるポケットを貸してもらえるので大丈夫です。

娘、母、私と他３名の6人グループで、この順番に一列になって進んで行ったので、2人の後ろ姿ばかりの写真が多く、途中慣れてきて後を振り返っての写真も撮れましたが、私の写真は微妙な写真が３枚程度です。ガイドさんにダメ元でも家族の写真を１枚でも撮ってもらう様に頑張って話しかけたらよかったと、そこだけ後悔しています。
ちなみに、乗馬では映画のロケ地だとパッとわかるような看板等には行きません。バスに乗ってる方々がそーゆーところに行かれてたのかと思います。

日本とは違う壮大な景色を見ながら長年の夢だった乗馬体験をできた事は最高の思い出です。
一度は体験してほしいと思います。

We were captivated by the beautiful nature, and it was a comfortable horseback riding trail. The staff accompanied us with care, allowing our family, even as beginners, to enjoy it with peace of mind.

美しい自然に魅了され、快適な乗馬の散歩道でした。スタッフの方が丁寧に同行してくださり初心者の我が家もみんな安心して楽しめました

This time, we traveled as a family of five. To be honest, it was quite expensive when converted to Japanese yen, so I hesitated, but I had been interested in it for a while, so I decided to go for it.

When we actually went, the weather was nice, the sea was more beautiful than I expected, and the kids had a blast playing beach volleyball, diving, and snorkeling. The hamburgers we had for lunch were exceptionally delicious. We were able to enjoy a different kind of experience from the beach.

I'm glad we went.

今回5人家族での旅行。正直日本円に換算するとかなり高額になるので迷いましたが以前から気になっていたので思い切って申し込みました。
実際行ってみたら天気もよく、海が思った綺麗でビーチバレーや飛び込み、シュノーケルできて子供達も思い切り楽しめて、ランチのハンバーガーがとびきり美味しかったです。ビーチとは違った楽しみ方ができました。
行って良かったです。

This was so much fun, Mike our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable about the Ranch. You don't realize just how many movies were made there until you see the signs and some of the props that were left behind. Make sure to bring a change of clothes with you because you do get dusty. Highly recommend this tour, you can also do Horseback but don't go out as far as on the ATV. You won't be disappointed.

This was a great tour. We learned so much about the ranch, the area, etc. We did the UTV tour and Kevin is a great story teller. Would definitely come here again and try a different tour next time!

Great job everyone!

The ocean was as beautiful as I had researched beforehand. I was wondering if Lanikai might be a bit far to walk to, but as I enjoyed the scenery while walking along the sandy beach of Kailua, I didn't feel the distance at all. I was truly healed by the stunning ocean. Even looking at the photos later, it's clear how much more beautiful it is compared to Waikiki. The fine sand also felt amazing. Since my group was the only one booked for that day, I appreciate the staff for being flexible with us. I took a burger to go with my lunch voucher, and it was ready in about five minutes.

事前に調べていた通りの海の綺麗さでした。ラニカイは歩いて行くにはちょっと遠いかな？と考えていましたが、カイルアビーチの砂浜を景色を楽しみながら歩けば、遠さは感じませんでした。とにかく美しい海に癒されました。後から写真を見ても、ワイキキに比べ美しいのがよくわかります。細かい砂も触感が最高でした。その日の予約が私のグループだけだったので、スタッフさんに柔軟に対応していただき感謝しています。
昼食券でバーガーをテイクアウトし、持っていきました。バーガーは5分ほどで作ってもらえました。

If you're looking for entertainment, a variety of activities (snorkeling, volleyball, SUP, and kayaking), this is the way to go! It's perfect for families. We have gone both in the morning and afternoon due to the morning being booked. If possible, I recommend going in the morning due to the lower tide.

However, the staff were all extremely professional, safe, and fun. The live music was awesome and our two young daughters (3&6) have enjoyed their time they've gone out there.

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The sea was calm, and I didn't experience any seasickness at all. Snorkeling in the beautiful water felt great, but it was a bit cold for the season. The snorkeling area is somewhat limited, so if you're looking to swim more vigorously or dive deeper, you might want to consider other locations. On the other hand, it's a safe spot where even children and beginners can enjoy snorkeling without the risk of drowning, so I think you can relax and have fun. In the second half, you can freely use canoes and stand-up paddleboards. There’s no formal instruction, but it's something anyone can easily do, so overall, it feels very accessible for participation.

海は穏やかで船酔いも全く無かったです。
シュノーケルもキレイな海でいい気持でしたが、時期的に少し寒かったです。
シュノーケルはある程度決められた範囲内なので、もっとガッツリ泳ぎたかったり、潜りたい人は他の場所の方がいいかもしれません。
逆に子供でも初心者でもシュノーケルで溺れる様な場所ではないので、安心して楽しめる都思います。
後半はカヌーやサップを自由に使えて、指導とかはないですが、これも誰でも簡単に出来るので、全体を通して気軽に参加出来るイメージです。

I thought that a two-hour horseback riding experience wouldn't cover much distance or time, but to my surprise, it was a perfectly ample amount of both! It was an activity where I could enjoy the most breathtaking views while glancing at other tour groups. (I also experienced zip-lining on the same day.) I don't think there are many horseback riding experiences in Japan that allow for such a generous amount of time. I highly recommend giving it a try!

乗馬2時間、といってもさほどの距離や時間はないだろう、と思っていたら、なんとなんと！きっちりたっぷりの時間と距離で、他のツアーの人を横目に見ながら1番絶景を拝めるアクティビティだったのでは？思います（同日にジップラインも経験）
こんなにたっぷり時間を取れる乗馬体験は日本ではあまりないのではないかな、と。
是非チャレンジしてください。

I had a faint hope that there might be Japanese-speaking staff, but as indicated in the prior information, it was English only. However, the staff used gestures and the few words they knew to provide guidance (though it was just a small part), so I encourage you not to hesitate and to give it a try.

There probably isn't another place in Japan where you can enjoy seven zip lines of this length, scale, and breathtaking views. If you go to Oahu, definitely check it out! Of course, there are risks involved, but I wholeheartedly recommend it.

もしかしたら日本語対応スタッフがいるだろう、という淡い期待を持っていましたが、事前の案内通り英語オンリーでした。ただ、スタッフもジェスチャーや知ってる単語を使いながらレクチャーしてくださるので（と、言ってもごくごく一部）、是非、尻込みせずチャレンジいただきたいな、と思います。
おそらく日本でこれだけの長さ、規模、絶景の７本のジップラインを楽しめる場所はありません。
オアフ島に行ったら是非！もちろんリスクは伴いますが、心からオススメします。

Booking through Veltra was easy, and simple. No issues with transportation or arriving at your destination. Everyone was so kind and knowledgeable it was absolutely beautiful and a must. I would 1000 percent do it again, but a different tour option at the ranch since they had so many choices. Either way I absolutely recommend booking with Veltra I shopped around and glad I chose them. UTV is a must. Veltra was even great as I had to switch hotels and pick/drop off and they made it so easy to do. Thanks!

I've been to Hawaii several times, but this was my first time here. The weather was clear, and the ocean was beautiful, so I really enjoyed snorkeling. On the boat, there was also lovely live music, and I was able to spend a very relaxing time. The only downside was that the behavior of the local Japanese staff was harsh, which spoiled my trip. If I go again, I would like to try a different tour.

ハワイは何度か行っていますが，ここには初めて行ってみました。
晴れていたこともあり，とても海が綺麗で，シュノーケリングは堪能しました。
船上では，素敵な生演奏もあり，とてもゆったりした時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
一つだけ残念なのは，現地の日本人スタッフの言動がきつく，せっかくの旅行が台無しでした。
今度行くとしても別のツアーにしてみたいと思います。

I have been to Hawaii several times, but this is my first visit here. This place is famous as a filming location for Jurassic Park, LOST, and King Kong, and offers events where you can tour the filming sites by ATV, horseback riding, or bus. This time, I tried the ATV. It takes about an hour by bus from Waikiki, and the tour lasted around two hours, which was a lot of fun.

何回かハワイには行っていますが，ここを訪れるのは初めてです。
ここは，ジュラシックパークやLOST，そしてキングコングの撮影場所としても有名なところで，四輪バギーや乗馬，そしてバスなどで撮影場所を巡るイベントです。
今回は四輪バギーを利用してみました。
ワイキキからはバスで小一時間，ツアーは二時間ぐらいでとても楽しかったです。

We love this tour so much. This was our favorite day on Oahu. I loved the clear water and all the different things to do for the day!

I visited Sandbar for the first time. All the staff were very friendly and it was a lot of fun!! I tried SUP for the first time, and thanks to Sasaki-san from Saipan, who had a great sense of humor and spoke in a Kansai dialect, it was enjoyable the whole time. It became a wonderful memory! If I have the chance again, I would love to participate!

初めてサンドバーに行きました。
どのスタッフさんもとても親切で楽しかったです！！
SUPに初めてチャレンジしましたが、スタッフでサイパン出身の佐々木さん（本当？）のノリがよい関西弁のおかげで、終始とても楽しかったです。
いい思い出になりました！また機会があれば、参加したいです！

I highly recommend it! You can tour the filming locations of Jurassic Park by buggy. We participated as a pair this time, and there were no other customers in the buggy, so we were able to enjoy it just the two of us while occasionally taking turns driving!

とてもおすすめです！
ジュラシックパークのロケ地をバギーで巡ることができます。
今回2人で参加しましたが、バギーに他のお客さんが乗ることはなく、2人だけでたまに運転を交代しながら楽しむことができました！

I previously went horseback riding for an hour at Kualoa Ranch, but I enjoyed it so much that this time I signed up for the two-hour course. My butt and the tops of my legs did get sore, but I definitely recommend the two-hour course! You can ride to places you can't reach in the one-hour course, such as areas with cows, spots with beautiful ocean views, and locations that were used for movie filming.

以前にクアロアランチで1時間の乗馬をしましたが、気に入りすぎてしまい今回は2時間コースを申し込みました。お尻と足の付け根は痛くなりますが、やはり2時間コースおすすめです！1時間コースではいかない、牛たちがいる所や海がきれいに見える所や、映画のロケ地になった場所も乗馬できます。

The hotel provided a shuttle service, making transportation easy, and the crew on the boat was great at engaging with us, which made it a lot of fun. At the sandbar, we were able to take beautiful photos, and while snorkeling, we saw a sleeping turtle and many colorful fish. The large coral was truly impressive. The kids also had a great time and were very happy, creating wonderful memories. The hamburgers on the boat were also very delicious.

ホテルまで送迎してくれるので移動も楽だし、船のお姉さんも話が上手くて最高に楽しかったです。
サンドバーでは綺麗な写真も撮れたし、シュノーケルでは寝ているカメを見れたり、色とりどりの魚もたくさん見れました。とっても大きい珊瑚に感動でした。
子供達も良かった！と喜んでいてとてもいい思い出になりました。船上でのハンバーガーもとても美味しかったです。

We had a great time as a family of four with our two elementary school children. Both my husband and I took turns driving. If you have a driver's license, it's definitely more fun to drive. I was worried about whether my feet would reach the pedals since I'm 148 cm tall, but as long as I pulled the seatbelt tight and sat a bit lower in the seat, it was totally fine. (I think those of us who are shorter are used to making adjustments like that.)

It would be more enjoyable if you can speak English, as you can communicate with the guide. If you can't understand anything at all, it might be good to let them know or to convey that through your demeanor. During the first break, we all introduced ourselves as a group and were asked where we were from and what our travel goals were. I managed to respond with some words that didn't quite form sentences, but they understood me, although it was a bit nerve-wracking. (laughs)

小学生の子供2人と家族4人で楽しめました。
夫婦ともにドライバーで交代して運転。免許があるなら運転もしたほうが楽しいです。私は身長148cmのため足が届くか心配でしたが、シートベルトをしっかり引っ張り出してシートに浅めに腰掛ければ全然大丈夫でした。(そこらへんの工夫は低身長さんなら色々慣れている範囲内かと思います)
英語は話せた方がガイドさんと話せてより楽しめそうです。聞き取りも全くできない場合は、その旨お伝えしておくか雰囲気出しておくと良いかもしれません。最初の休憩でグループ全体で自己紹介がはじまり、どこから来たかと旅の目的を聞かれました。文章にならない単語でなんとか答えて理解いただけましたが少しドキドキしました。笑

Very fun experience being able to drive the UTV through kualoa ranch! The views were very refreshing to see! Taisha and Q kept the experience full of fun and energy while educating us about the land and culture.