All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

The activities here were truly amazing. I will definitely repeat them the next time I go to Hawaii! I did a buggy ride in the morning and a zip line in the afternoon, and since each activity lasted a long time, I was able to enjoy them thoroughly. The views I saw were all fantastic.

ここのアクティビティは本当に最高でした。次回ハワイに行ったらリピート間違いなし！！午前にバギー午後にジップラインをしたのですが、１つのアクティビティの時間が長いので、じっくり楽しめました。見た景色はどれも最高です。

Really enjoyed this 2 hour activity, we had the chance to visit many movie locations and took pictures with the family. The tour guides were very helpful and explained the history of the Kualoa Ranch.

This is quite interesting.
We toured major filming spots from movies, and it was on a grand scale, which made it enjoyable.
The hospitality of the staff was also very good.

これ、かなり面白いです。
映画のメジャーな撮影スポットを巡るのですが、スケールが大きく、楽しめました。
スタッフの方のホスピタリティもとてもよかったです。

We did this just 8 months ago and we brought the rest of the family with us this time. There was 8 of us and everyone participated in all of the activities and it didn't matter that the weather wasn't perfect, the aloha shared by this team is what made this experience wonderful. Thank you for making our Obana's day!

As the name "Angel's Sea" suggests, the ocean is truly beautiful. The staff on the boat taught us about turtles and sea turtles, and they grilled hamburgers for us to enjoy on board, which was a unique experience that we don't usually get to have. It was so much fun!

天使の海の名の通り、海がほんとにきれい。船上のスタッフもカメ！とウミガメがいることを教えてくれたりハンバーグを焼いてくれて船上で食べるとかなかなか普段できない経験ができました☆楽しかった！

We had an excellent adventure on our morning trip. The crew was great and took care of every possible detail to ensure all the guests had a good experience.
The live music was an added bonus that we truly enjoyed! Highly recommend this as a great way to spend a few hours on the water.

On-site, after filling out a waiver and choosing a helmet and saddlebag, we watched a three-minute Japanese video. Once everyone was ready, we mounted the horses and started. The horses walk slowly, but when climbing hills, they move their legs quite a bit, causing a bit of a jolt. However, as long as you hold the reins firmly, there’s no problem. As we progressed through the forest, we came to a spot where we could see the beautiful blue ocean. The breeze felt nice! After that, we traversed hills nestled between mountains, and I truly felt that the mountains in Hawaii are beautiful. We returned to the starting point in almost exactly two hours, and after getting off the horse, my thighs trembled for a while. The weather was perfect, making it a wonderful experience for my husband and me.

現地では、免責同意書に記入、ヘルメットとサドルバッグ選択の後、３分ほどの日本語VTRを見ました。そして馬にまたがり、全員の準備が出来るとスタートです。馬はゆっくり歩きますが、坂を登る時などは足が大きく動くので、少し大きく揺さぶられます。でもしっかり手綱を持っていれば問題ありません。森を進むと青くて美しい海が見える所に出ます。風が気持ちいい！その後は山に挟まれた丘陵ですが、ハワイは山が本当に綺麗だと感じました。ほぼ２時間きっかりでスタート地点に戻り、馬から降りた後はしばらく太腿がプルプル震えました。天気が最高だったこともあり、私たち夫婦にとって素晴らしい体験でした。

Upon arrival, a staff member who spoke Japanese provided an explanation of the facilities at Kualoa Ranch. After the facility tour, we moved to each experience location. The horseback riding experience was conducted entirely in English, but before it started, we watched a Japanese instructional video (about 5 minutes long).

We were able to ride for a solid two hours. The weather was great, and I was moved to ride through the magnificent nature of the sea and mountains! It was my first time horseback riding, but the horses are smart and follow instructions well if you follow the video. Even if things don't go well, the guides are there to support you.

The guides for the horseback riding provided all explanations in English. The guide who accompanied us used some Japanese terms like "hidari" (left) and "migi" (right) to communicate.

As others have mentioned, my rear started to hurt after a while.

The tour fee does not include tips. I gave a $20 tip after getting off the horse.

到着すると日本語の話せるスタッフの方がクアロアランチの施設内の説明をしてくれました。
施設内の説明後に、それぞれの体験場所に移動します。
乗馬体験は全て英語で行われましたが、始まる前に日本語の乗馬説明動画(5分くらい)を見ます。

2時間みっちり乗馬をできました。
天気も良く海と山と壮大な自然の中を乗馬できて感動しました！！！
初めて乗馬をしましたが、馬もかしこいので説明動画の通りにするときちんと指示に従います。
もしうまくいかなくてもガイドの方がサポートしてくれます。

乗馬についてくれるガイドさんは全て英語で説明を行ってくれます。
今回着いてくれたガイドさんはヒダリ、ミギなど日本語を交えて伝えてくれました。

他の方が書いていた通り、途中からお尻が痛くなります。

ツアー代金にチップは含まれていません。
チップは馬を降りた後20ドル渡しました。

I signed up for a 2-hour horseback riding course. Since I am not Japanese, the explanations were primarily in English, but they provided important parts in simple Japanese. Contrary to what I thought, the actual riding time was not short; after a brief video explanation, we set off immediately and were able to ride for almost the full 2 hours, enjoying the stunning views of both the sea and the mountains.

There was an explanation on how to use the reins, but the horse was well-trained and did not act up or stray from the course. Only a waist pouch type for carrying belongings is allowed (there are rentals available), so I recommend participants who are just experiencing horseback riding to come almost empty-handed. (Bags cannot be brought along and need to be placed in a $5 locker.)

Items like GoPro cameras cannot be hung around the neck. However, if you can attach them to your helmet or wear them on your arm, it might be possible to record videos. Photography was allowed at any time during the ride, as long as you did not stare at the screen.

2時間の乗馬コースを申し込みました．
日本人ではありませんので基本的には英語での説明でしたが，重要な部分は簡単な日本語で説明してくれました．
実際に乗っている時間は短いのかとおもいきや，簡単なビデオでの説明後すぐに出発，ほぼ2時間乗りっぱなしで海・山ともに最高の景色をみることができました．
手綱の使い方の説明がありますが馬のほうが慣れており，暴れたりコースを外れることはありませんでした．
荷物の持ち込みが腰に巻くタイプのポシェットのみ可（貸し出しもあります）ので乗馬のみ体験の方はほぼ手ぶらでの参加をおすすめします．（バックなどは持ち込めず5ドルのロッカーにいれる必要あり）
goproなども首に下げるかたちでは不可です．ヘルメットに装着したり腕につけられたら動画も可能かと思います．
写真撮影は画面を凝視しないという条件で乗馬中いつでも可能でした．

Expensive but for the length of the lines and the length of the tour, it is well worth every penny!

Family had so much fun, the guides bring so much laughter as well as knowledge of the valley!

I was anxious since I had no experience with horseback riding, but I enjoyed it very much. After watching a simple video explanation, I got on the horse right away, and the horse was so smart that I didn't really have to give any commands. The guide was very attentive to everyone and led us well. She was a very cute guide. I don't think you can often experience horseback riding in such magnificent scenery. It was a wonderful experience! ☆

乗馬未経験で不安でしたが、とっても楽しめました。簡単なビデオ説明を見ていきなり乗るのですが、お馬ちゃんが賢くて特にこちらが支持する事もなかったです。ガイドさんがみんなを気にかけながら先導してくれます。とっても可愛いガイドさんでした。壮大な景色の中の乗馬はなかなか経験できないと思います。とてもいい経験になりました☆

Super enjoy! The crew are great and friendly.

Staffs are super kind. The sightseeing and activities were super fun! Definitely will come back!

This was my second time participating in the tour! My child was thrilled and had a great time! Since we had a buggy, it was safe! There were some changes to the course compared to last year, but it was so much fun!! I am very satisfied!

2度目のツアー参加でした！
子供も楽しいと大喜びでした！バギーなので、安全でした！去年と比べて少しコースが変わっている場所もありましたが、とても楽しかった！！大満足です！

I was worried about the weather since I participated in January during the rainy season, but it was great weather! The waves were small, and it was perfect for stand-up paddleboarding! I enjoyed Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach so much that I felt like I didn't have enough time. The instructors and the staff were friendly and very easy to talk to. Thank you, Tomo, for teaching me so patiently!

私が参加したのは1月の雨季ということで、天気はメッチャ心配していましたが、いいお天気！波も少なくsup日和とも仰っていました！時間が足りないくらい、カイルアビーチ、ラニカイビーチ楽しませていただきました。インストラクターの方も、お店の方も気さくで、とても接しやすかったです。tomoさん、丁寧に教えてくださり、ありがとうございました！

Kaneohe Bay was an unforgettable day on the water! The crew was welcoming and friendly, the music set the perfect vibe, and there were plenty of fun water activities to enjoy. The spacious deck provided a comfortable spot to relax right at the Sandbar, and the snorkeling experience was incredible, with some of the best fish to see up close. Highly recommend!

Amazing place and nice people will definetly go back again

Since almost everything is in English on-site, I couldn't understand the tour conductor's speech, but there was a Japanese video for the initial explanation, so it was fine. It's an experience that you can't have in Japan, so I definitely recommend it! We were a family of four (with preschool children), and we had a great time! The locals were very unique and kind, making it easy to enjoy ourselves!

現地ではほぼ英語なのでツアーコンダクターの話しは分かりませんが最初の説明は日本語のビデオがあるので大丈夫でした。
日本では出来ないような体験なので是非おすすめです！家族4人（子供は未就学児）でしたがとても楽しめました！現地の人はとてもユニーク親切で安心して楽しめます！

The activity itself was very enjoyable, but there was a waiting time of three hours on-site, which made it difficult to pass the time. I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't participate in another activity during this time, as it would have made for a more efficient experience.

アクティビティ自体は、とても楽しく満喫できましたが、現地での待ち時間が３時間もあり、時間をつぶすのに苦労しました。この間に別のアクティビティーに参加できれば、効率的に過ごせたのにちょっと残念した。

We had a blast at the sandbar! The boat ride there was fantastic with great music and a fun crew. Once there we got to hop on the Banana Boat w/ Captain Calvin and he really made sure we were comfortable with the speed (thumbs up for faster, shaka for same speed, and thumbs down to slow it up). In addition to that helped setup a ride back to the shuttle spot since my aunt had trouble walking that far. The staff there are the best!

We got lucky and went by some sea turtles while out there on the banana boat. They swam right beneath us!

There was also live music on the boat and it was sooo good. Great songs, great musicians and singers. Wow!

We also got to kayak around and tried the stand-up paddle board for the first time. It was amazing to be out in the ocean surrounded by the beauty of the water and green mountains. It's truly magical, and I hope it stays that way forever. We should all respect it and guard it.

This should be a "must do" when traveling to Oahu!

So many lines + hiking through the valley was the most we felt into the Hawaiian vibe :)

The ranch is so gorgeous, breathtaking! This duo was a wonderful day

The Makapu'u Lookout, included in other tours, is a viewpoint located at the base of this cape. While it offers beautiful scenery worth visiting on its own, the view towards the ocean is limited due to the small hill in the direction of the cape. The trail on this tour goes around that hill, and especially in the latter half, you walk along the cliffs towering over the vast ocean (the path is well-maintained, so it's not dangerous) and ascend to the highest point overlooking the lighthouse. The grandeur of the scenery along the way is incomparable to the lookout. You should definitely experience it.

This tour itself does not include any other sightseeing, just a round-trip shuttle to the trailhead, but I think it is the most convenient means of transportation from Waikiki to this trail.

他のツアーにも含まれているマカプウルックアウトは、この岬の付け根にある展望スポットで、もちろんそこだけでも行く価値のある美景ですが、岬方向が小高い山になっているため、海原方向の眺望は臨めません。このツアーで行くトレイルはその小山を回り込んで、特に後半は大海原にそびえる絶壁の上を歩いて（歩道はよく整備されているので危なくはないです）、灯台を見下ろす最高地点まで上ります。その道中の景色の壮大さは、ルックアウトとは比較になりません。ぜひ体感してください。
なおこのツアー自体はトレイルの入口までの往復シャトルで他に特に観光を含みませんが、ワイキキからこのトレイルまでの交通手段としては最も便利だと思います。

The water was crystal clear and riding the stand-up pedal board was such a great experience. Every staff was very kind and welcoming. Also, kudos to the two musicians on the boat. The songs they played made the experience more enjoyable.

At Kualoa, there are Japanese staff members, so you can receive explanations in a polite manner, which is reassuring. There is also a Japanese video for the horseback riding instructions, so even if you don't understand English, you can manage. This time, I only did the two-hour horseback riding, but due to the shuttle schedule, there was a lot of waiting time, so I think it would have been better to book other activities as well. The scenery was very beautiful, but I was a bit disappointed that there wasn't a photo opportunity at the movie filming spots, as I had heard there would be.

クアロアには日本人のスタッフがいるので丁寧に説明を受けれて安心です。乗馬の説明も日本語のビデオがあるので英語がわからなくてもなんとかなります。今回は２時間の乗馬のみにしまが送迎の時間の関係で待ち時間が多いので、他のアクティビティも一緒に予約したほうが良かったと思いました。
景色がとても良かったのですが、映画の撮影スポットでの写真撮影があるときいていたのがなかったので少し残念でした。

As others have mentioned, in Japan, many places require a license, and it's almost impossible for beginners to ride for two hours. The price, including transportation, is very reasonable. I was able to fully enjoy the vast grounds, including locations used for movie shoots!

他の方がおっしゃっているようにまず日本だとライセンスが必要なところが多く、２時間も初心者で乗馬できることはほぼないです。価格も送迎付きでこのお値段はとてもお得かと。映画のロケ地など広大な敷地を存分に堪能できました！

Staff is amazing and so kind! The sandbar is so clear and beautiful, we even saw a sea turtle paddle boarding around!

Walking on the vast green areas like in the photo is rare, and you mostly proceed along mountain paths. I only saw one good movie filming location (which wasn't particularly striking), so if you're expecting movie-related attractions, a bus tour of the filming locations might be a good option.

写真にあるような広大な緑の上を歩くことは少なく、ほとんど山道のような所を進みます。映画のロケ地もいい一つしか見なかった(特にピンとくるものでもなかった)ので、映画関連のものを期待するなら、バスでのロケ地ツアーがいいかと思います。

This is my second time participating!
Even the second time, the buggy ride is fun!
The staff members who guide us may not understand English, but they are very enjoyable people!
I wish we could stop by more movie filming locations, but since I'm driving myself, it might be difficult time-wise!

2回目の参加です！
2回目でもバギーは楽しいです！
案内のスタッフさんも英語わからないけど、楽しい方々です！
映画の撮影場所にもっと立ち寄れたらいいなと思うけど、自分で運転するから時間的に難しいのかな！