All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

Unlike Japanese riding clubs that use racehorses, the horses here are gentle and calm, so I wasn't scared at all. The scenery, with both the sea and mountains, was stunning and breathtaking. I don't think you could ride for two hours in Japan for this price. It's a great deal.

競馬の馬を使用している日本の乗馬クラブとはぜんぜんちがって、やさしくておとなしい馬なのでぜんぜん怖くなかったです。景色は海も山もすばらしくて圧巻でした。日本で2時間乗馬したらこんな値段でできないと思う。めっちゃお得。

It was a kayak and snorkeling tour. It was my first time kayaking, but since Tomo could speak Japanese, I felt at ease. For snorkeling, we went to the heavenly sea by bike, which was included for free, but I felt a bit short on time. Next time, I would like to snorkel a little longer. The staff member Natsue was very friendly and taught us various things, making it a very enjoyable time.

カヤックとシュノーケルのツアーでした。
カヤックは初めてでしたがともさんが日本語ができるので安心してできました。
シュノーケルは天国の海まで無料でついている自転車で行きましたが、時間が少し足りなく感じました。次回はもう少し長くシュノーケルしたいと思いました。
スタッフのなつえさんも気さくに色々教えて頂きとても楽しい時間を過ごせました。

My daughter absolutely loved this beach! We loved this and would go back time and time again!

Fun to get all the movie history experience, as well as getting to see the beautiful farm! Family friendly too

We all felt like kids again, what a day of play! Hope we can be back soon.

When I arrived at Kualoa Ranch by bus, it was drizzling, and at times it got stronger, so I was worried about whether we could enjoy the experience. However, after borrowing a raincoat, it cleared up and I was able to comfortably participate in the tour!

There was one instructor and about six participants, including myself, and we rode horses for about an hour and a half. We were able to enjoy the vast nature while visiting the filming locations of movies. The horses were very well-behaved and participated in the tour calmly, mostly without needing much direction from us.

The tour was conducted in English. Before participating, there were staff members who spoke Japanese, so they confirmed the meeting place and time for me, allowing me to join without any trouble or confusion!

After the horseback riding, we had some time before the return bus, so I looked at souvenirs and bought some drinks and ice cream to enjoy.

　バスでクアロアランチに着いた時はパラパラ雨が降っていて、時に強くなることがあったので体験ができるか心配していました。カッパを貸してもらって出発後は晴れて来て、快適にツアーに参加できました！

インストラクターさん1人と、私含め6名の参加者と約1時間半ほど？乗馬をしました。
映画の舞台を巡りつつ、広大な自然に癒されました。
お馬さんもとてもお利口で、ほとんどこちらの操作？なしでも一列で並んで穏やかにツアーに参加できました。

ツアー中は英語での参加でした。
参加前は日本語対応のスタッフもいてくれたので、集合場所や時間を確認して教えてくださり、困ったり迷わず参加することができました！

乗馬後帰りのバスまでに時間があったので、お土産を見たり、飲み物とアイスを買って食べたりしました。

The crew was super nice and made us feel at home. Food and drinks were great and of course the views and activities were the highlights of the trip!

I chose the bicycle option.
I went shopping in Kailua Town, then returned to the shop to change and went to Kailua Beach for bodyboarding.
I rode my bike to Lanikai Beach to take photos.
At the shop, I was able to rent a cooler bag, chairs, and a bodyboard, so it was comfortable at the beach.
However, even though the beach is close, it was a bit difficult to carry everything, so it's better to keep your belongings to a minimum.
I had a very enjoyable time.
The staff were also kind.

オプションは自転車を選択
カイルアタウンで買い物して
ショップに戻り着替えてカイルアビーチでボディーボード
自転車でラニカイビーチへ写真を撮りに行きました。
ショップでクーラーバックや椅子、ボディボードが借りられてのでビーチで快適でした
ただ、ビーチは近いけど持って行くのが大変だったので荷物は最低限がいいかな
大変楽しい時間でした
スタッフも優しく、

I was worried about being able to stand-up paddleboard (SUP) due to the high waves from the strong wind warning, but since there was a river, I was able to enjoy it on calm waters. I had a full day of activities including a loco moco lunch, snorkeling in Lanikai, and bodyboarding. I even encountered a honu (sea turtle)!

強風注意報で波高くSUPできるか不安でしたが、川があるので、穏やかな水面で楽しめました。ロコモコランチ、ラニカイでのシュノーケリング、ボディーボードなど1日アクティビティを満喫しました。ホヌにも出会えたよ！

I mistakenly headed to the meeting place on the wrong date, but they were flexible and accommodating. Thank you! The sign for Jurassic Park really got me excited!

参加日も間違えて集合場所に向かってしまいましたが、柔軟に対応いただきました。ありがとうございます。
ジェラシックパークのサインはテンション上がりました！

Lots of history. Great staff and we had a great day. Everyone was really friendly and open to share the Hawaiian culture with us while on the tour.

The tour conductor was kind and it was very enjoyable. My face and clothes got completely black. It's better to avoid white clothing.

ツアーコンダクターの方が親切で
とても楽しかったです。
お顔も洋服も真っ黒になりました。
白系は控えておいたほうがよいです。

We started with a total of about 12 people from Hyatt. It was easy to get to the top of the hill by car. The bicycles have brakes on the handlebars, just like in Japan, so if you're used to riding, it's a breeze. An instructor led the way at the front, and a van driven by another staff member followed us at the back, which was reassuring. We stopped at scenic spots along the way to take photos. The views of Waikiki and the west side were both very beautiful. Although the details mentioned snacks and mineral water would be included, those were not provided. Our family had brought water, so it wasn't a problem.

Thank you! I loved this experience.

ハイアットから乗り合わせた総勢12名？ぐらいでスタート。
丘の上まで車なのでらくらく。
自転車も日本と同じで手のところにブレーキがあり、自転車に乗り慣れていたら余裕。
1番前にインストラクターさん、1番後ろに別のスタッフさんが運転するバンが付いてきてくれ、安心。
途中景色の良いところで自転車を停め、撮影も可能。
ワイキキ側の景色も、西側の景色もとても綺麗。
詳細のところっ含まれるものの中にスナックやミネラルウォーターとあったが、それらは無かった。
我が家は水を持ってたので問題は無かった。

Thank you!
I loved this experience.

Let me start by saying this is a must do when visiting o’ahu. The views from the sandbar are incredible. I’m 4’10” and I think the water at the sandbar come up to my waistline. It took us about 40 minutes to paddle out to it because I’m not the most athletic. Lol

The kayak tour did include a life jacket. We rented a dry bag and an anchor for $5. And anchor is a must if you want to hang out at the sandbar or snorkel at one of the reefs.

Speaking of reefs, what an experience! I saw plenty of beautiful fish and turtles. “Park” your kayak on the sandy area and do not step on the coral. They are very sensitive. If you park up by the corals, you’ll see plenty of fish and turtles popping in and out.

The staff was friendly and informative. They gave us the best route to be able to go to the sandbar and the reefs. We followed instructions and did exactly as we were told as everyone should.

You’ll have a great time if you follow the rules and respect the ocean and its animals!

The driver had a Japanese driver's license, and I, sitting in the passenger seat, had a copy of my passport, but it wasn't necessary. Also, wearing long pants wasn't required. There was a Japanese-speaking staff member who gathered Japanese speakers and provided an explanation in Japanese. After that, we split into groups for horseback riding, location tours, and buggies, all conducted in English. As everyone mentioned in their reviews, the sand and dust get on your face and clothes, but it's all part of the fun! I wore a mask for infection control, but I noticed some people bought scarves from the Kualoa Ranch shop to wrap around their mouths, which I thought was a good idea. We stopped at about three locations where the staff explained various things, but I couldn't understand the guide's content due to the language barrier, which was disappointing. However, I think driving myself was enjoyable. We passed through several areas with standing water, going slowly to avoid splashing or intentionally driving in quickly, getting the inside of the car soaked. Overall, the breathtaking natural views that you can't see in Japan and the fun of driving a buggy that you can't experience in Japan were amazing!

運転する人は日本の免許証を、助手席に乗る私はパスポートのコピーを用意していましたが不要でした。また長ズボンでなくても大丈夫です。「日本語の説明が必要な方はこちらへ」と日本人を集めて日本語を話せるスタッフがひと通り説明して下さり、その後、乗馬、ロケ地巡りツアー、バギー等それぞれに分かれ、英語のみに。皆さんのレビュー通り、砂ホコリで顔も服も汚れますが、それも楽しい！私は感染対策用のマスクを着けましたが、売店でクアロア牧場のスカーフを買って口に巻いている人がいて、それもいいなと思いました。3カ所ほど止まって車から降りてスタッフが色々説明してくれるのですが、英語がわからず･･･ガイドの内容がわからないのは残念でしたが、自分で運転するのは楽しいと思います。途中水が溜まっている所を何ヶ所か通過するのですが、水を飛ばさないようにゆっくり通ったり、わざと勢いよく入って車の中まで水浸しになったり。とにかく日本では見ることのできない壮大な自然の眺め、日本では体験できない楽しいバギー運転、最高でした！

I visited Kualoa Ranch for the first time, and the views were truly breathtaking. During the buggy experience, we were able to ride together and navigate through rough terrain that exceeded our expectations, making it an unforgettable activity. Since the dust can be intense, it's advisable to wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, and to bring a change of clothes and a mask.

今回初めてクアロアランチに行きましたが本当に絶景が広がっており最高でした。
バギー体験では2人で乗車することができ想像以上の悪路を走ることができアクティビティーとして最高の思い出になること間違いなしです。砂埃が凄いので必ず汚れても良い服装、着替え、マスクなどを用意すると良いでしょう。

I saw in the notes that there were people in sandals, so I thought it would be fine to go in sandals, but it wasn't. I ended up buying shoes at a souvenir shop... Please be careful.

I didn't request a shuttle and took the bus from Ala Moana Shopping Center. Along the way, an employee wearing a Kualoa T-shirt got on, which gave me a strange sense of reassurance. There were already Jurassic Park-like mountains on the bus ride, and I was amazed. The bus was extremely cold!!

When it was time for horseback riding, we gathered at the barn. When they asked about my English skills and I said I wasn't good at it, they showed us a video for Japanese speakers on a monitor. There were two other groups of customers besides us, making a total of six people for the ride. It was fun to walk through the mountains, across the fields, and see the ocean, but the main attraction, Jurassic Park, never appeared! It seems there are routes like that... I was really disappointed.

I had enough time to take pictures and videos with my smartphone.

注意事項に記載されていたことですが写真を見るとサンダルの人もいたのでまあ大丈夫だろうとサンダルで行きましたがだめでした。お土産屋さんで靴を買うことに。。。お気をつけください。

送迎は頼まず、アラモアナショッピングセンターからバスで行きました。途中でクアロアのTシャツを着た従業員の方が乗ってきたのでなんとも言えない安心感。
バスの道中ですでにジュラシックパークっぽい山がありおお～～～ってなってました。バスは異常に寒いです！！
乗馬の時間になったので小屋に集まり、英語は？と聞かれ苦手というとモニターで日本人用のビデオを見せてくれました。
私達の他に2組お客さんがいて計6人で出発。山の中を歩いたり草原を歩いたり海が見えたりと景色が変わるのは楽しかったですが、、肝心のジュラシックパークがいつまで経ってもでてこない！！そういうルートもあるようです。。すごく残念でした。

スマホで写真撮ったり動画撮ったりくらいの余裕はあります。

It got quite dirty with the dust. But that made it interesting. Since it was an English guide, I couldn't understand most of the explanations, but I was drawn in by the cheerful atmosphere and had a lot of laughs. I think they shared episodes and myths from the filming, but I felt it would have been nice to have printed materials in Japanese at that time. Anyway, it was a lot of fun.

砂埃で結構　汚れちゃいました。でも、それがまた面白かったです。英語でのガイドだったので　説明がほとんど分からずでしたが　陽気な雰囲気につられて　笑いがいっぱいでした。撮影時のエピソードや神話などを話してくださったように思うのですが　その時に日本語での説明の印刷物でもあると良かったかなと思いました。とにかく楽しかったです。

Incredible staff that made us feel welcomed and safe. I like the options to participate or just soak in the beautiful scenery going snorkeling or on the sandbar. Food was great also!

I rented a car and arrived just in time, five minutes before the start, after getting lost. I almost gave up, but I was grateful they picked me up.
The buggy ride was pleasant, and the scenery along the way was breathtaking. We stopped at various points, and the guide introduced the sights and took many photos. The guide's commentary was in English, but there are videos in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean for how to drive the buggy and safety instructions, so even if you don't understand English, you can manage to drive. I couldn't understand the guide's jokes, which made it less fun.
I want to try the horseback riding course when my child gets older. They provide helmets, goggles, and face covers, but by the end, you'll be covered in dirt.

レンタカー借りて行きましたが、道に迷って開始5分前ギリギリに到着しました。諦めかけましたが、乗せてくれてありがたかったです。
バギーは気持ちよくて、道中絶景でした。ポイントポイントに留めて、ガイドさんが紹介して写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。道中のガイドは英語ですが、バギーの運転の仕方や注意事項は日本語、中国語、韓国語版のビデオがあるので、英語わからなくてもなんとか運転できます。ガイドさんのジョークがわからなくて面白さは半減しますが。
子供が大きくなったら乗馬コースも体験したいです。
ヘルメット、ゴーグル、フェイスカバーくれますが、終わった頃は全身土だらけです。

My family loved this! Book early because we would not have wanted to miss this the most.

Such a great experience! We had the best and want to return again soon.

More than one-third of the participants were stung by jellyfish. It should be possible to take precautions such as wearing rash guards in advance. The sea is beautiful, but there weren't many fish, and it was murky, so we left early. For those who have experienced snorkeling in Okinawa, this may feel lacking.

During peak times, more than 60 people participate, so the boat can get very crowded during meal times and when entering the water.

参加者の3分の1以上がクラゲに刺されました。事前にラッシュガードの着用など徹底できるはずです。海は綺麗ですが、魚はあまりおらず、濁っていたので早々に引き上げました。沖縄方面を経験している方には物足りないシュノーケリングです。

ピーク時だと60人以上が参加するため、食事時や入水時など船上は大混雑です。

I am just shy of being in my late fifties, but this time, I participated in zip lining alone for the first time. There were nine participants, and the other eight were all foreigners. However, I was able to enjoy myself with the other foreign participants.

After each zip line, everyone cheered and clapped for each other. There were three instructors, and even though I don't understand English, they spoke to me in simple English before I took off to help me relax. I didn't quite understand the explanations during the activity, but the atmosphere was enjoyable enough.

There were also about three spots along the way to hydrate. I was able to fully enjoy the great nature of Hawaii while moving along mountain paths and crossing suspension bridges. The three instructors were very dedicated to making sure the guests had a good time.

I think I would enjoy it even more if I could understand English better. I would like to challenge myself again!

アラ還一歩手前の私ですが、今回、ひとりでの
初ZIP LINE参加でした。9人の参加でしたが、他の8人は、皆外国の方でした。ですが、他の外国人の方と一緒に楽しむ事ができました。
1本終わるごとに皆が拍手で応援してくれたり、
インストラクターさんが3人付いてくれましたが、
英語がわからない私にも、飛ぶ前に
簡単な英語で、話しかけてリラックスさせてくれたりと途中の説明は、イマイチわからなかったけれど、雰囲気で十分楽しめました。
途中3箇所くらいに水分補給するところもあります。吊り橋を渡ったりと山道を移動したりと
ハワイの大自然満喫できました。
インストラクターの3人もゲストを一生懸命、
楽しませてようという姿勢が良かったです。
英語が理解できるともっと楽しめると思いました。
また、チャレンジしたいです♪

It was my first time kayaking, so I was a bit anxious, but they taught me carefully in Japanese, and I was able to ride easily even as a beginner.

カヤックは初めてだったので少し不安でしたが、日本語で丁寧に教えていただき、初心者でも簡単に乗ること出来ました。

I participated on July 20, 2023.
The wind was a bit strong, but the weather was clear, and I thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling at the sandbar and Half Moon Reef.
The sandbar was shallow enough to reach my knees, and I had fun taking photos and practicing snorkeling. The water clarity was amazing.
The BBQ hamburger lunch was incredibly delicious, and as expected, American hamburgers are exceptional.
While snorkeling at Half Moon Reef, I was able to see many beautiful fish around the coral reef.

2023.7.20に参加しました。
風が少し強かったですが天気は快晴で、サンドバーとハーフムーンリーフのシュノケーリングを満喫しました。
サンドバーは膝下が浸かる位の深さで、写真を撮ったり、シュノーケリングの練習をしたりして楽しみました。海の透明度が凄かったです。
お昼のBBQハンバーガーランチはパティがめちゃくちゃ美味しかったです。やっぱり、アメリカのハンバーガーは絶品です。
ハーフムーンリーフのシュノーケリングは珊瑚礁の回りをシュノーケリングして、綺麗な魚を沢山見る事ができました。

The shuttle is great
Food is really good
Staff is amazing

We had a great time
They need to add more beach activities
Kayaking etc

Since I made a last-minute reservation, the shuttle service plan was fully booked, so I chose the non-shuttle, early morning, 2-hour horseback riding plan. I was a bit scared to drive in Hawaii since I wasn't used to it, so I took an Uber taxi, spending about 10,000 yen one way to get there. It takes about 45 minutes from Waikiki.

The ranch has lockers available for a fee, but when I went, they were out of order, so I was worried about participating with my backpack on. However, the instructor kindly asked me to take off my backpack, and I awkwardly asked the ticket counter staff to hold it for me. (I gave a tip when I got my belongings back after the experience.) I wasn't sure if this was the correct way to do it since my English wasn't sufficient… I slightly regretted not knowing if I should have given a tip when asking to hold my things, but the staff was very accommodating.

Small shoulder bags are also not allowed, so I used a waist bag and kept my valuables with me. *It seems carrying bags on your shoulder is not permitted.

Since the horseback riding experience is done in groups of six, it's understandable that reservations fill up quickly!

I had read beforehand that helmets can cause headaches, so I tried on several to find one that fit well.

The horseback riding experience was absolutely amazing. I was able to enjoy the vast land, impressive mountains, and the gentle, wise horses as we moved along slowly, taking in nature. Although the sky was unfortunately cloudy, it added to the atmosphere and was wonderful. The instructor primarily spoke in English, but occasionally provided instructions in Japanese, which I appreciated despite feeling a bit guilty.

At one point, the instructor took photos with her iPhone and shared them via Airdrop at the end of the experience.

I also passed by customers on four-wheeler buggies and bus tours, happily greeting them with "Aloha!" and had a great time.

The experience ended just after 10 AM, allowing me to make the most of the rest of the day, creating wonderful memories.

直前に予約したため、送迎付きのプランは予約いっぱいで選べず…
送迎なし・朝イチの、乗馬2時間プランを選択しました。
ハワイで慣れない車の運転をするのは少し怖かったので、
ウーバータクシーを使って片道約10,000円かけて現地まで向かいました。
ワイキキ からは４５分くらいで到着できます。

牧場には、有料で使用できるロッカーが常設されているのですが、
私が行った時は故障していて使えず…
リュックを背負ったまま参加なのかな…と思っていたら
インストラクターさんからバックパックはおろしてくださいね〜と注意があり、
アワアワしながらチケットカウンターのお姉さんにバックパックを預かってもらいました。
(体験後、荷物を返してもらう際にチップを渡しました。)
↑英語が十分に話せなかったため、これが正しい方法なのか不明です…
普通預かってもらうときにチップ渡すべき…？と少し後悔しておりますが
ひとまず、スタッフさんは快く預かってくれました。

小さなショルダーバッグもNGなので、
ウエストバッグにして、貴重品は所持していました。
※荷物を肩にかけるのはNGとのこと

乗馬は６人１組で体験するので、
予約がすぐに埋まってしまうのも頷けました！

事前に、ヘルメットで頭が痛くなる…という体験談を読んでいたため、
いくつか試着してちょうど良いものを選びました。

乗馬体験はもう、それはそれは最高で、
広大な大地、迫力のある山々、
穏やかで賢いお馬ちゃんたちと一緒にポクポクとゆっくり進みながら、
楽しく自然を感じることができました。
生憎の曇り空でしたが、それもそれで雰囲気があって最高です。
インストラクターのお姉さんは、９割英語での説明ですが
時折日本語で一生懸命指示してくれて、申し訳ない気持ちと共に有り難かったです。

途中で、お姉さんのiPhoneで写真を撮ってくれて、
体験の終わりにAirdropで共有してくれました。

４輪バギーや、バスツアーのお客さんともすれ違って、
「アロハ〜」と陽気に挨拶しながらめちゃくちゃ楽しみました。

体験は１０時過ぎにには終了したので、
その後の1日も有効に過ごせてとても良い思い出です。

Wowzers! Talk about an adventurous trip used wisely! We had such an amazing time! My husband and our 10 year old son couldn’t stop raving about how much fun we had and how our 2 hosts, whose names were Dom and Isaiah- made us laugh the whole time we were there. These guys deserve a lot of LOVE for making sure all these tourists (some with uptight attitudes) were safe, and charmingly educated us with the information of beautiful Hawaii. They were so professional, warm, kind and hilarious which made our trip even more fun. We saw so many cows and horses on the ranch, and took time to take pictures and learn about the ranch. Do be mindful to take a bandana or a mask, as you will end up dirty and dusty once it’s over. We all had a dirt mustache when the trip was over. Dom and Isaiah are talented young men who made the trip more fun- thanks for being great leaders! Cheers from San Francisco

I participated with my family of four, my brother, and my sister-in-law, making a total of six people. The weather was nice, and the instructor was kind, but since I don't ride horses often, the last 30 minutes were really tough due to the pain in my inner thighs and the hardness of the helmet during the two-hour session. I think one hour would have been enough. However, the scenery was wonderful, and the horses were cute.

　家族4人と兄、義姉の6人で参加しました。天気も良く、インストラクターのお姉さんも優しかったのですが、クラに乗る事がないので2時間だと内腿の痛みとヘルメットの硬さで最後の30分はまじ，つらかったです。
　1時間で十分だと思いました。
でも、景色も素晴らしく、馬も可愛いかったです。