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This is my fourth visit, but I brought my family for the first time. Everyone was excited and voiced their joy while enjoying the beautiful scenery during the drive. We had a great time exploring the magnificent views and filming locations. However, all the guidance after departure is in English.

私は4回目の訪問ですが、初めての家族を連れて行きました。運転しながらい凛な景色を見て全員が声を出して喜んでいました。壮大な景色やロケ地を見て回りとても楽しい時間を過ごせました。ただ出発後は案内はすべて英語です。

I had a lot of fun.
I think it's better to wear clothes that can get dirty.
If I have the chance to go again, I would like to try horseback riding as well.

とても楽しかったです
汚れても大丈夫な服装で行った方がいいと思います
次に行く機会があれば乗馬体験もしてみたいです

The bus tour was reassuring because the guide spoke Japanese. In fact, the day before this bus tour, I participated in a tour with another company, but the driver couldn't speak Japanese and provided the guidance in English, which made it difficult for me to understand, so I was a bit disappointed (even though it was a tour aimed at Japanese people).

For this tour with VeLTRA, since there were no other customers, they asked if there were any places I wanted to visit and adjusted the itinerary flexibly.

バスツアーは、日本語が話せるガイドさんだったので安心でした。
実は今回のバスツアーの前日にも他の会社のツアーに参加したのですが、運転手さんが日本語が話せず英語でのガイドだったため理解できなかったため、少し残念でした(日本人向けのツアーでしたが)

VeLTRAさんの今回のツアーは、他にお客さんがいなかったのもあり、行きたいところはないか聞いてくれたり、臨機応変にまわってくださいました。

Can’t wait for my next trip to Oahu so I can do it again! Flew with you about ten years ago and have great memories of that experience, but appreciated and enjoyed this flight so much more! Maybe we do just appreciate some life experiences so much more as we get older? I knew from experience, that I would enjoy another glider ride, but my girlfriend had no concept or idea what to expect. She was totally blown away and in awe that the pilot could keep us in the air for that length of time “with no engine to supply the power”!…..she thinks you’re an absolute genius that could perform that incredible feat!
Thank you so much for the wonderful experience. Your entire staff was so friendly and obviously love what they do. Thanks again…I highly recommend your glider experience to anyone who is even remotely interested in the fun of flight.

【What I Want to Convey First】
- It's better to schedule this for the first half of your trip (due to potential delays from weather conditions).
- Morning slots are preferable.
(I had booked a 1 PM slot, but due to weather conditions, the jumps were halted in the morning. By the time they resumed, the morning slots were already fully booked, and I received a cancellation notice without even going to the site.)
- If you're unsure, you should definitely experience it.

【Flow of the Day】
Around 10 AM, I received a cancellation notice due to bad weather. They informed me that the same slot was available the next day, so I rescheduled.

The next day, I was picked up from my hotel in Waikiki and traveled by tour bus to Waialua (about an hour). Upon arrival, I first checked in using a tablet. I entered my reservation number, name, address, emergency contact, and consent form. (Everything is in English, but a translation app can help with that.) The Japanese staff at the reception explained that due to clouds above, they weren't sure if we could fly. After waiting for about an hour, the weather improved, and those waiting began to prepare. After about two hours from check-in, my name was called by the instructor, and I stored my belongings in a locker to get ready. (I couldn't understand much of the explanation since it was in English, but I managed with determination and gestures.) I boarded a small plane and dove from 4,000 meters above. After landing, the instructor provided me with a certificate and took some photos, and that was the end of it. In total, it took about six hours from leaving the hotel to returning.

【Impressions】
I only felt scared when jumping out of the plane, but that was just at the beginning. The wind felt amazing, and the view from 4,000 meters above is indescribable.

【最初にお伝えしたいこと】
・旅の前半に予定しておいた方が良い（天候等の影響で延期等がある）
・枠は午前中の方が良い
　（自分は13時枠で予約していましたが、午前中に天候の影響でジャンプがストップしてしまい、
　 再開する時に既に午前枠の人でスケジュール的に埋まってしまったそうなので、
　 現地にも行くことなくキャンセルの連絡が来ました）
・迷ってるんだったら体験するべき

【当日の流れ】
10時ごろ、悪天候のためキャンセルの連絡が来る。
翌日の同じ枠なら空いているとのことで、翌日に変更してもらう。

翌日、ワイキキのホテルに迎えに来てもらい、ツアーバスでワイアルアまで移動（約1時間）
現地に着き、まずタブレットで受付。
予約番号、氏名、住所、緊急連絡先、同意書を入力する。
（全て英語表記ですが、翻訳アプリでどうにかなります）
受付にいる日本人のスタッフより上空に雲が広がっているため、飛べるかどうか分からないと説明を受ける。
1時間ほど待っていると上空の雲行きが良くなり、待機していた人たちが準備をし始める。
受付から約2時間くらい経過し、インストラクターから名前が呼ばれ、
荷物をロッカーに入れて準備を開始する。
（ここの説明は英語のためほとんど理解できず、気合いとジェスチャーで乗り切る）
小型飛行機に乗り込み、上空4,000mからダイブ。
着地後、インストラクターの方から証明書と写真を撮ってもらい終了。
結局、ホテル出発から戻ってくるまで約6時間かかりました。

【感想】
飛行機から落ちる時だけ怖さを感じましたが、最初だけでした。
とても風が気持ちよく、上空4,000mから見下ろす景色は言葉では言い表せない物があります。

The 2-hour horseback riding experience flew by. The instructions were given with care, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind. I was able to fully immerse myself in the world of Jurassic Park.

2時間の乗馬あっという間でした。丁寧に説明していただき、安心して楽しめました。ジュラシックパークの世界観を大満喫できます

Actually, on the scheduled day of participation, the small plane couldn't fly, so I waited for six hours on-site and then returned to the hotel. I rescheduled and participated again. It was definitely worth it to go through all that. As soon as I jumped out of the plane, it felt like I was flying in the sky; the sensation was exhilarating. Perhaps due to the wind resistance, it felt more like flying than falling, and it was undoubtedly the best experience. The moment I returned to the ground, I wanted to do it again.

実は参加予定日に小型飛行機が飛べず現地で６時間待って、ホテルに戻りました。再度リスケして参加。そこまでしても参加する価値ありです。飛行機から飛び出すとまるで空を飛んでるような爽快感です。風の抵抗があるからか落下しているというより飛んでいる感覚で、間違いなく最高です。地上に戻った瞬間、またやりたくなりました。

We started by climbing Diamond Head and had breakfast at a local Starbucks. We drove along the West Coast, taking photos of the emerald green and cobalt blue seas, and were guided by a Japanese guide to beaches where we could see sea turtles and explore areas that are not accessible on our own. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

ダイヤモンドヘッド登頂からスタートし、地元のスタバで朝食
西海岸を車で移動、エメラルドグリーンの海とコバルトブルーの海で写真撮影、海亀の見える海岸と個人では行動出来ない広範囲を日本語ガイドさんに案内してもらえたました。またとない体験が出来ました。

Driving a buggy through the vast nature was refreshing and a lot of fun. There are some pretty tough off-road sections, so you can have a thrilling experience as well. Watching the movie in advance will enhance your enjoyment even more.

バギーを自分で運転しながら広大な自然の中を巡るのは爽快でとても楽しかったです。
結構オフロードがキツい所もあるのでスリリングな体験も出来ます。
映画を事前に観ておくとより楽しめます。

The check-in process was easy to understand, and since the important information was provided in Japanese, there were no uncertainties at all! There were about five groups in our party, along with four staff members. The explanations were in English, but they demonstrated everything, making it easy to follow. During the break, we were provided with water and fruit. It was clear that they were attentive to safety, which allowed me to try everything with peace of mind. It was my first time, but I had a great time! Thank you very much!

チェックインもわかりやすいし、注意事項の確認も日本語なので不明点など一切なし！
一パーティに5組くらいで一緒に回りますが、スタッフも4人。
英語のみの説明ですが、やってみせてくれるのでわかりやすい。
途中休憩でお水やフルーツが提供されます。
安全に気を遣っていることがわかり、安心してトライできました。
初めてですが楽しめました！
ありがとうございました！

It was our family's first time horseback riding, and since the pre-ride instructions were in Japanese, even beginners could ride without any issues. Riding in such a wonderful location was fantastic. I would love to participate again next time.

家族で初めての乗馬でしたが、乗馬前のレクも日本語だったので素人でも問題なく乗馬できました。素晴らしいロケーションでの乗馬最高でした。次回もまた参加してみたいです。

After deciding to go skydiving, I was excited for three months. I got stuck on the application details regarding the requirement to understand English and to be able to climb up and down a 70-80 cm platform without using my hands. However, after reading everyone's experiences, I learned that many Japanese participants were there, so it seemed like we could consult each other or use broken Japanese to communicate.

On the day of the jump, I woke up at 5 AM, had a light breakfast, and waited at the designated spot at 6:40 AM when the Go Jump van arrived. It picked up about ten people from three hotels in the Waikiki area, but it seemed I was the only Japanese participant.

We arrived at the airport after about an hour. At the reception, they checked our passports and entered our information on a tablet. They asked for our name, address, phone number, and weight in pounds. We also had to provide an emergency contact's phone number, name, and relationship, and check the liability waiver. Since I didn't understand English, I used my smartphone's translation feature.

There were two places to sign, and it was okay to use either kanji or romaji. Once I finished entering my information, they provided information about optional upgrades at the reception. They offered a Japanese display for an upgrade to 18,000 feet, which I declined. The fuel surcharge of $15 could be paid in cash or by credit card. After that, I waited until my name was called.

The people who came in the same van were getting fitted with harnesses. The driver checked the schedule and informed us that we would be on the next flight. We stored our belongings in lockers, saying goodbye to the smartphone translation feature.

The instructor fitted my harness and gave a brief explanation. If I didn't understand English, they would explain using broken Japanese or gestures. A female photographer boosted our spirits while taking pictures.

As I sat on a bench outside, the previous jumpers came down. It was finally time to board. As the last ones to get on, we sat on the floor, and the instructor secured us closely together with clicks. They tightened the harness and had us hold it next to our chest. We were ready.

We were supposed to jump on the count of 1, 2, 3, go, but I couldn't hear anything over the sound of the wind, and before I knew it, I was flying through the air. I usually feel scared at high places, but I didn't feel scared at all here. There was no discomfort like on roller coasters or elevators; I was just resisting the wind.

When I was tapped on the shoulder and told to spread my arms, I was in a sort of arching position. I posed with the photographer using peace signs and shaka signs.

Suddenly, I felt a G-force as the parachute opened. I enjoyed the view of the Hawaiian sea and mountains as we returned to the airport. For landing, I lifted my legs, and we landed softly.

I had taken motion sickness medication beforehand, but I felt refreshed without any nausea. It was a great success.

While waiting inside the building, the instructor handed me a certificate, an eco-bag, and a pen. At this time, there was an envelope for tips with the names of the instructor and photographer written on it. I put cash in for each and placed it in a transparent box that looked like a donation box.

I got ready to take my belongings home. The shop sold T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, etc., but I was disappointed that I couldn't buy anything since the shuttle was waiting.

It seemed the driver could send the photos he took directly to an iPhone, but since I had an Android, that wasn't an option for me... After another hour, we returned to Waikiki. We arrived at the hotel just after 11 AM, and I gave the driver a tip when I got out of the car.

スカイダイビングを決めてから3ヶ月ワクワクドキドキ。申し込みの注意事項で英語を理解できる、70-80cmの台に手を使わずに昇り降りできるの項目で引っかかりました。そこで皆様の体験談を読んで英語は日本人の参加が多いので、相談し合ったとか、カタコトの日本語を使ってもらったり何とかなりそうです。
当日は朝5時に起きて軽く朝食を食べ、6:40指定場所で待っているとGo Jumpの車が来てくれました。ワイキキエリアで3箇所のホテルを周り約10人が乗り込みましたが、日本人は私一人のようです。
約1時間かけて飛行場に着きました。受付でパスポートの確認があり、タブレットで入力していきます。名前、住所、電話番号、体重はポンド表記です。緊急連絡先の電話、名前、続柄を入力して、免責事項にチェックします。英語が分からないのでスマホの翻訳機能を使いました。
サインが2箇所あり、漢字でもローマ字でもOKです。
入力終わると受付でオプションの案内があります。日本語表示をしてもらって18000feetにしませんかというもので断りました。燃油サーチャージの15$は現金かクレジット払いです。終わると奥で名前が呼ばれるまで待います。
同じ車で来た人達はそれぞれハーネスを付けてもらっていました。ドライバーさんが予定表を確認して次のフライトになること教えてくれました。
荷物はロッカーに入れます。スマホの翻訳機能とはお別れです。
担当インストラクターさんがハーネスを付けてくれ、簡単な説明をしてくれます。英語が分からないとカタコトの日本語やジェスチャーで説明してくれます。
女性カメラマンが写真を撮りながらテンション上げてくれました。
外のベンチに座っていると前の人たちが降りてきました。
いよいよ搭乗です。最後に乗り込んだ私たちは床に座り、インストラクターさんがカチッカチッと2人を密着させていきます。ハーネスもしっかり締め直して胸の横でハーネスを握ります。準備完了です。
1.2.3.goで飛ぶはずでしたが、風の音で全く聞こえず、気づけば空を飛んでいました。普段高い所は怖いですが、ここでは怖さはなかったです。ジェットコースターや、エレベーターのような不快感も全くありません。ただ、風の抵抗の耐えているだけです。
肩を叩かれて両手を広げると海老反り状態です。カメラマンさんともピースやシャカでポーズします。
しばらくすると突然Gがかかります。パラシュートが開いたのです。ハワイの海や山を堪能しながら飛行場へ帰ります。着地は両足を上げてるとフワッと着地しました。
前もって酔い止め薬を飲んでいましたが、酔うことなく爽快でした。大成功です。
建物内で待っているとインストラクターさんが証明書とエコバッグ、ボールペンなどを渡してくれました。この時にチップを入れる封筒にインストラクターさんとカメラマンさんの名前が記入してありました。それぞれに現金で入れて募金箱のような透明の箱に入れます。
荷物を持って帰る用意です。お店にはTシャツやトレーナー、帽子等売っていましたが送迎車が待っていたので買えなかっまたのが残念でした。
ドライバーさんが撮ってくれた写真をiPhoneならそのまま送ってくれたようですがAndroidなので…
また1時間かけてワイキキへ戻って来ました。ホテルに着いたのは11時過ぎでした。ドライバーさんには車を降りる時にチップを渡しました。

Had a wonderful day! Celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary in Hawaii! Kualoa ranch was also a perfect place to celebrate Mother’s Day!

Enjoyed the hike in rainforest even though the hike seemed more like an intermediate level hike instead of a beginner's hike. (maybe I'm just out of shape more than I thought I was!) Driver to and from was friendly and knowledgeable about Manoa Falls and the surrounding areas. The bug spray, walking stick, and water bottle were a definite plus. Overall, we enjoyed the experience.

It was supposed to be a straight-forward excursion... pick us up, drop us off, pick us up again. However, our driver (unfortunately, I did not get his name) was such a hoot!!! At 5am, he had an energy and attitude that made everyone in the bus a little bit happier The pickup was quick and efficient. The driver made every stop an occasion.

It was beautiful and informative. We had a great guide too. Highly recommend.

The 4-wheel buggy rides over some pretty bumpy roads, so there is quite a bit of vibration, but it was fun. It takes you through various courses on a wide ranch. However, the explanations are only in English, so I couldn't understand what they were saying at all, which was disappointing.

4輪バギーはかなり凸凹な道も走るのでかなり振動がありますが、面白かったです。
広い牧場のなかをいろいろなコースに連れて行ってくれます。
ただせっかくの説明が英語のみなので、何を言っているのかさっぱりわからないので、そこが残念でした。

It was great to enjoy the powerful scenery along with the buggy. The guide was very good at getting everyone excited, took a lot of photos, and created many fun moments. We visited many filming locations, which was a wonderful experience. I wish I could have enjoyed it even more if I understood English better.

迫力のある景色をバギーとともに楽しめるのがとても良かったです。
ガイドさんもとても盛り上げ上手で、写真もたくさんとってくださり、楽しい時間をたくさん作ってくれました。
映画の撮影地をたくさん巡ってくださり、とても良い経験でした
英語がわかればもっと楽しめたなぁと思います。

This is a must if you go to Hawaii, the ranch was awesome and I highly recommend it to all. Don’t miss it you will be disappointed! Once in a lifetime experience.

Thank you very much for today.
I was supposed to join the Diamond Head hiking tour the day before, but… various things happened 😭
However, today I was guided by Ryota, and I made up for what I missed yesterday 💞
It was incredibly fun!!
As a senior who can't speak English, I was relieved to have the guidance in Japanese, which really boosted my spirits 👍
I'm glad I asked Ryota for help.
The only regret I have is that I forgot to take a picture with the handsome Ryota… 💧

本日はありがとう御座いました
前日、ダイヤモンド・ヘッド登山ツアーに参加するはずが…いろいろありまして😭
でも今日Ryotaさんに案内してもらい、昨日の分取り戻しました💞
サイコーに楽しかった!!
英語ができないシニアなので、日本語での案内ホッとしてテンションが上がりました👍
Ryotaさんにお願いして良かったです
心残りは、イケメンなRyotaさんと写真を撮るの忘れたこと…💧

The scenery was refreshing, and the guide was very friendly. Even those who are not confident in driving can do it. I had planned to go to Moanalua Garden, but I thought I wouldn't have time to go. In the meantime, I found this place with magnificent views and large trees, and I was very satisfied. Thank you very much!

景色が爽快でガイドの方がとても気さくでした
運転に自信がない方でも出来ます
モアナルアガーデンに行く予定でしたが、時間がなく行けてなかったと思っている最中、
こんなとこにも壮大な景色と大きな木があり大満足です
ありがとうございました

The site is like a theme park, with each activity clearly separated. Of course, the scenery is amazing. It's wonderful.

However, after the bus arrives, the waiting times after each activity are too long. It would be even better if there were more frequent shuttle buses.

現場はテーマパークのようになっていて
それぞれのアクティビティが分かりやすか分かれている
もちろん景色は最高。素晴らしい

しかしバスが着いてから、
アクティビティが終了してからがそれぞれ待ち時間が長すぎる。
もう少し頻繁に往復ばすがあればなおよし。

Uncle Ken was a great tour guide. Was overall very nice tour, but do beware ride is quite bumpy. Nice all inclusive family tour. Quick and easy check in. Nice facilities all around. We really enjoyed the farm animals as well prior to our jungle tour.

Beware! Poor communication and NOT a sunrise tour as stated

This was sold as a sunrise at Diamond Head which turns out NOT ACCURATE AT  ALL! Diamond Head doesn’t even open until 6:00 and sunrise was 6:11 that day. By the time the van was parked it was 6:06. So obviously we did not make it to the top or even to a look out point to view the sunrise. We did get some pretty pictures BUT it was not sunrise by far. Even the pick up location was a rough start and poor, poor communication.  The instructions to 5:15 a.m pick up were at Hyatt Regency and the address. That’s it, that’s all the information that was given. So, we show up, we’re waiting and waiting then the driver calls and ask if we’re coming. Jon told him we’re here where we standing and he said no they’re on the side of the building. We go to the side of the building, which turns out to be a side road. Which looks like a shady looking road for deliveries and the van is parked behind the dumpster, picture attached. Now image this side street, van parked behind the dumpster at 5:00 a.m in the dark.
After the hike we returned at 7:31. Now pick up was at 7:30 and we did show up 1 minute late at  7:31 and the van was gone. Again, we’re waiting and looking. After a few minutes Jon calls. Thankfully we had the phone number from when he called us that morning or we would’ve had no clue what to do. Turns out THEY HAD LEFT! The driver tells us to wait there that he will turn around to come get us. When I questioned the driver about leaving us he said “Julie told you to be back at 7:30” to which I explained  we were back at 7:31 and called you at 7:33. He said I was coming back. I questioned again, “how were we to know that? All we knew was that our tour had left us. You could’ve called like you did this morning but instead you just drove off. “ He was never able to give a reason for just driving off or not even calling. He just kept saying, you were told to be back at 7:30.  My advice DO NOT TAKE THIS TOUR WITH THIS

I had always wanted to try this at least once, so I decided to do it in my favorite place, Hawaii. Since I was at it, I opted for 18,000 feet and added a photographer for a full experience. Rather than worrying about various things in advance, I encourage you to just go and see for yourself. There’s no time to feel scared; breathtaking views that are beyond words await you. The staff is very experienced, so you can trust them completely, and they keep the atmosphere lively throughout the experience.

Most importantly, they took a lot of photos and videos during the pre-interview, and I even received them on the way back, which I really appreciated. After returning home, I found myself reminiscing about it many times, and it made for great stories to share with others! I also received discount coupons for my next visit, so I hope to catch a rainbow or sunset at the right time someday!

一度は挑戦してみたいと思っていたので、せっかくなら大好きなハワイでと決めていました。
せっかくなのでオプションで18,000ftにし、カメラマンもつけフルフルに。
事前に色々不安になるよりも、飛んで見てほしいです。
怖いとか感じる時間もないくらい、そこには言葉にならない絶景が待ってます。
スタッフは皆さん慣れているので安心しておまかせでき、終始盛り上げてくれ
何より事前インタビューや動画・写真もたくさん撮ってくれ（しかも帰りの道中には届いた！）、ありがたかったです。
帰国した後も何度も身返し、周囲へも良い土産話になりました！
次回からのオフクーポンもいただけたので、いつか虹やサンセットがタイミングよく見れたらなと思います！

One of the best experiences I’ve ever had! It happened to storm in the middle of our tour, which made it even better. They offer great tours if you don’t mind the rough terrain and getting dirty. Check them out if you want a sense of adventure!

Diamond Head had great weather and the views were fantastic. Our guide, Jonathan, explained everything in detail and made it enjoyable. After Diamond Head, since it was just our group, we were able to stop by the shops we wanted to visit, take photos, and he was flexible with the timing. It was a fulfilling day.

ダイアモンドヘッドはお天気も良く、景色がとても良かったです、ガイドのジョナサンが、詳しく、ポイントを丁寧に説明してくれて、楽しかったです。ダイアモンドヘッドの後は、私達のグループだけだったので、行きたかったお店に、寄っていただいたり、
写真を撮ってくださり、時間も柔軟に対応していただき、充実した1日でした。

There are quite a few ups and downs, and especially the downhill sections can be slippery, so be careful. However, you can work up a nice sweat. The descent is more challenging than Diamond Head due to the steep incline.

結構、UPDOWNがあり、特に下りは滑りやすいので要注意ですが
気持ちの良い汗をかけます。
ダイヤモンドヘッドよりも急こう配なので下りは大変です。

The 5:00 AM pickup made it easy to reach the trail before the crowds and heat, and the sunrise views from the summit were absolutely worth the early wake-up with rewarding panoramic views of Waikiki and the coastline at the top.

The scenery was just breathtaking, with views of the mountains and valleys used in many films. As well, our guide was friendly sharing interesting facts about the ranch and movie history along the way.