Reviewed by: Lea
I loved this experience. Location was easier to find. Check in was simple and easy. I liked the safety video. The real star was the helicopter ride. I highly recommend seeing Oahu from a helicopter and with the doors off!! I was able to take so many amazing pictures. I have been to Oahu many times and seen some of the sights from ground level, but it is nothing like seeing it from the air! Breathtaking!! The ground crew was fabulous, so helpful! I sat in the back on the right side. That was the only thing that was a bummer. I didn't get to a good view of Waikiki and some of the other sights on the left. The pilot, Steve, did do some circles to allow the right side riders to see, but many times, it was enough time to see and take photos. It is windy in the back, so I had to purse my lips throughout most of the flight to keep my lips and cheeks from flapping everywhere! I did wear a sweatshirt because there was a slight chill from the higher altitude. Overall, I give this experience a 10 out of 10!! If I every get back to Hawaii, I will take this helicopter ride again!!
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| Packages: | Doors-Off Flight [50 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/15 |
Reviewed by: M.Greco
Everything was perfect from the first step!! Highly recommended!!!
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| Packages: | 2-hour ATV Tour with Transportation from Waikiki [Morning Package] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/27 |
Reviewed by: みっち
I was glad that I could ride several times.
Along the way, I cracked open macadamia nuts with a stone and charged up my energy, and I was able to drink water.
The guide was also interesting, and the long flight while looking at the ocean was the best!!
I'm so glad I went!
The scenery was amazing.
何本も乗れたのでよかったです。
途中で殻に入ったマカダミアナッツを石で割って食べてエネルギーチャージしたり、水が飲めたりしました。
ガイドさんも面白かったし、海を見ながらの長距離フライトは最高!!
行って良かった〜!
景色も最高。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/27 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
I had always wanted to visit Kualoa Ranch. I wasn't very experienced with horseback riding, and I was worried about the guide speaking English, but it turned out fine! Before riding, we watched an explanation video in Japanese. There was no waiting time at all, and we could get on the horses right away after arriving. The horse I rode was a bit free-spirited and sometimes moved on its own, but it was very well-behaved and walked slowly along the designated path. I had the experience of realizing that Hawaii is not just about the ocean! You can ride a horse through a place that feels like stepping into a movie world! It was so much fun!\(^o^)/ I was disappointed that I didn't have enough time to try the ranch's hamburger (laughs).
1度は行ってみたかったクアロア牧場。
乗馬も大して慣れていないし、ガイドも英語ということで不安でしたが大丈夫でした!
乗馬の前に日本語の説明ビデオが見れます。
待ち時間も全くなく着いたらすぐ馬に乗れる感じでした。
私が乗った馬はちょっと自由な子で勝手に動いてしまうときもありましたが、とってもお利口できちんと決まった道をゆっくりと歩いてくれました。
ハワイは海だけじゃないんだ!という体験ができました。
映画の世界に入り込んだような場所を馬に乗って歩けます!
楽しかったです\(^o^)/
時間が足りなくて牧場のハンバーガーが食べれなかったのが残念でした(笑)
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/07 |
Reviewed by: tacname:taco
This was my second zipline experience, and compared to last year's at Kualoa Ranch, the scale was much larger. Being a tour specialized in ziplining, it was fantastic!
2回目のジップラインでしたが、昨年のクアロアランチに比べるとスケールも大きく、ジップライン専門のツアーだけあって最高でした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/22 |
Reviewed by: JSL
This was the highlight of our trip !!!
First time for all of us to skydive and couldn’t have had a better experience
Staff was helpful friendly and location is beautiful!!!
Can’t wait to come do it again
Definitely try this if you get to visit Oahu!!!!
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| Packages: | Ultimate Tandem Skydive (14,000ft - 15,000ft) 60+ sec Freefall! [with pick-up] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/24 |
Reviewed by: John
Good zip line experience with a mix of short and long zip line runs. Was able to go up side down on the majority of the zip lines, although they prefer to save "tricks" for the last 2 zip lines as a surprise.
All lines are dual zip - so you go two at a time. Takes about 2 1/2 hours with 11 people in the group. Guides were fun, helpful, and took some good pictures (separate charge to buy their pictures). They encourage you to take your own pictures too.
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| Packages: | Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/22 |
Reviewed by: なつみ
I was worried about having booked with an English guide and not understanding the safety regulations at all, but I was relieved to find that there were guides who had spent time in Japan and I could select Japanese text on the iPad! All the guides were cheerful, and I had a great time on the zip line! I was also happy to ride a buggy to the top of the mountain! The bumpy road felt like an attraction, and I enjoyed the journey to the zip line as well! I'm glad I went!
英語ガイドで予約してしまい、安全に関する規約について全くわからなかったらどうしようと思ってましたが現地には日本で過ごしていたことのあるガイドさんもいたりiPadで日本語での文が選べたりと不安は無くなりました!!ガイドさんがみんな陽気で、ジップライン もすごく楽しく行うことが出来ました!山?を上まで登るのにバギーに乗れたのも嬉しかったです!ガタガタ道でアトラクションの様でジップライン に行くまでの道も楽しめました!行ってよかったです!
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/19 |
Reviewed by: ウィズダム
I used the shuttle service from the hotel. First, I took a small bus from the hotel, then switched to a larger bus to reach the destination. At the site, someone who spoke Japanese provided explanations, but their level was somewhat intermediate, and there were parts where I couldn't understand what they were saying. We gathered at the designated time and traveled to the starting point in a vehicle similar to a Jeep. Three instructors (two men and one woman) helped us put on harnesses and explained the safety instructions in English.
We first walked up to a high point for about 10 minutes, then practiced at 100 meters and 200 meters to get a feel for it. The equipment was secure, and even as someone with a fear of heights, I felt safe and enjoyed myself. The course gradually got longer, ending with a total of seven zip lines and two suspension bridges (which were short and not scary at all). The instructors were very friendly, jokingly asking questions like, "What's your favorite food?" before we slid down and, at the end, "Who do you like among us?" They seemed to have a solid manual, and I felt completely safe as they paid close attention to safety.
The only downside was the cost. Considering the distance from Waikiki and insurance, it might be reasonable, but I think it could be about half of the current price.
ホテルからの送迎サービスを利用。まずホテルから小型バスに乗り,途中で大型バスに乗り換え現地まで移動。現地では日本語がしゃべれる方が説明してくれるのだが中途半端にうまいレベルでところどころ何を言っているのかわからない。指定時間に集合してジーブのような車でスタート地点まで移動。インストラクター3名(男性2,女性1)がハーネスをつけてくれ英語で注意事項を説明。最初に10分ほど高い位置まで歩いて,まず100m,200mで練習して感覚をつかむのだが,装具がしっかりしていて最悪両手を離しても平気で高所恐怖症の私でも安心して楽しめた。徐々に長くなっていき全部でジップライン7回と吊り橋(といっても距離も短くまったく怖くないレベル)2回で終わり。インストラクターの方がとてもフレンドリーで,滑る前に「好きな食べ物は?」とか(最後に)「私たちの中で誰が好きか?」とか冗談まじりに質問してくる。おそらくマニュアルがしっかりしているのだろうが,安全には細心の注意を払ってくれその面ではまったく不安を感じなかった。
唯一残念なのはやはり費用。ワイキキからの移動距離や保険なども込みなのだろうが,現状の半分くらいでもいいと思った。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/16 |
Reviewed by: 外様大名
In Japan, I was able to immerse myself in the magnificent nature, forgetting the time while feeling the pleasant sunlight and breeze. It was an incredibly happy time, and my mother, who joined me, was very satisfied as well. My father, an experienced rider, participated in the advanced course and was also thrilled with horseback riding in Hawaii's stunning nature. Most importantly, I was overjoyed to see my 2-year-old son experience horseback riding for the first time during the 20-minute introductory course, which made me feel his growth. My wife, who had said she might ride if our son couldn't, ultimately didn't get to ride, but she was satisfied watching our son on the horse. Thanks to the very friendly staff, we had the best time.
日本では身を置くことができない雄大な自然の中で、時間を忘れて気持ちの良い日差しと風を感じることができました。それはとにかく幸せな時間で、一緒に参加した母も大満足でした。また、経験者である父が上級者コースに参加しましたが、父もハワイの雄大な自然の中での乗馬に大満足していましたし、何と言っても20分の体験コースで生まれて初めて乗馬を体験した2才の息子の姿を見て、成長を感じられたことが何よりも嬉しかったです。息子が乗れなかったら乗ればいいかなと言っていた妻は、結果的に乗ることができませんでしたが、息子の乗馬姿に満足していましたし、とっても感じの良いスタッフのおかげで最高の時間を過ごすことができました。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/12 |
Reviewed by: aowy papa
I had some experience with horseback riding in Japan (it usually lasts about 10 minutes depending on the price), but here I was able to ride for a longer time (about 40 minutes) and basically guided the horse myself, which was fun (^O^). The horse was really smart, so even my second grader was fine! Additionally, we were able to go sightseeing in the town of Haleiwa along the way (this part was mixed with horseback riding and included a meal, so it was quite rushed at about 1 hour (^o^;), but there was also a separate course just for sightseeing). We also had a great encounter with sea turtles, which you can see with high probability!!!
乗馬は日本でも経験は有りましたが(料金によるけど大体10分未満位?)、それよりもっと長い時間乗馬(約40分)出来、基本的には自分でお馬さん誘導して楽しい(^O^)。お馬は凄く賢いのでうちの小2の子供でも大丈夫でした!。また、途中でハレイワの町観光にも行けました(こっちは乗馬とミックスすると食事込みで約1時間だったから凄く駆け足(^o^;)、別コースで観光のみも有りました)また、高確率て遭遇出来る海亀にもしっかり出会えました!!!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/18 |
Reviewed by: せっちゃん
It was my first time skydiving, but there was a brief explanation beforehand, and I was able to dive without any issues. Just before jumping out of the Cessna, I felt a little nervous, but diving into the bright blue sky was an amazing experience. At first, it was a bit cold in short sleeves, but by the time the parachute opened, the temperature had risen, and I was able to enjoy the view of the ground as I landed slowly. I would love to try it again if I have the chance.
はじめてのスカイダイビングでしたが事前に簡単な説明があり何の問題なくダイビングをすることができました。セスナから飛び降りる直前は少しドキドキしましたが真っ青な空にダイブし素晴らしい体験ができました。最初は気温が低く半袖では少し寒かったですがパラシュートが開く頃になると気温が上がりゆっくりと地上の景色を楽しみながら着地することができました。機会があればまたやってみたいです。
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| Packages: | 【選べる特典付き】高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/17 |
Reviewed by: やまーん
I was very excited for my first skydiving experience. First, in the car that picked us up, we had to read and sign a consent form, which was quite lengthy and made me feel a bit car sick. I thought it would be fine to take motion sickness medication before skydiving, but I recommend taking it before getting in the car for those who are prone to motion sickness.
Upon arriving at Pacific Skydiving, we received a briefing about the fees in a room, but since it was all in English, we were a bit confused as we don't speak English well. However, we managed somehow (laughs). We showed our voucher and selected photos and videos.
Then, when our names were called, we were fitted with harnesses and received explanations from the instructor in broken Japanese. It felt like a very brief explanation, and before we knew it, we were boarding the plane (laughs).
Once we were on the plane, it all happened so quickly. For a moment after jumping, I couldn't breathe and honestly thought it might be tough to continue in that situation, but I quickly got used to it, and after that, it was just amazing.
I was completely hooked. I definitely want to experience it again when I go to Hawaii!
初めてのスカイダイビング体験で、とてもドキドキしていました。
まずお迎えの車内で、同意書を読み、サインをするものがあり、それがなかなかの量で車に酔ってしまいました。スカイダイビングの前に酔い止めを飲めばいいと思っていましたが、酔いやすい人は車に乗る前に飲むのがおすすめです。
パシフィックスカイダイビングに到着し、お部屋で料金説明を受けますが、全て英語の為、英語ができない私たちはハテナ?な感じでしたが、なんとかなりました(笑)バウチャーを見せ、写真やムービーを選択しました。
そして名前を呼ばれ、ハーネスをつけられ、インストラクターからカタコトの日本語で説明を受けます。これだけ?って感じの説明でもう飛行機に乗り込みます(笑)
乗ってからはあっとゆうまでした。
飛び降りてからしばらくは息が出来ず、こんな状況が続くのか、正直辛いかもと思いましたが、すぐに慣れて、そのあとはもう最高としか言えないものでした。
見事にハマりました。またハワイに行ったらぜひ体験したいです!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/17 |
Reviewed by: ALQ
We arrived at the scheduled time and greeted by our NASA ambassador, astronomer, Greg.
He was so enthusiastic and pointed so many amazing things to see in the night sky. My favorite was seeing Saturn! The GPS telescope was very impressive.
It was a beautiful location to learn about the stars, planets, and our solar galaxy as the sun went down over the horizon.
We will be back!
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Star Show at Four Seasons (Lagoon 1) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Darrin
What a great experience excellent guides and lots of fun
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| Packages: | 2-hour ATV Tour with Transportation from Waikiki [Morning Package] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/14 |
Reviewed by: かたぴ
Skydiving was my first experience. It's something I want to try at least once in my life. I thought I would feel great flying like a bird, but the pressure on my ears was intense, and it felt like my eardrums were about to burst, haha. Even after landing, I felt nauseous, and the ride back to the hotel was hell. It's best to go when you're in perfect health.
I signed up on the same day I arrived in Hawaii, and I couldn't make it in time, so I took a taxi from the airport, which cost just over $100. While not everyone may do the same, it's something to keep in mind. In addition to the tour fee, you'll need to tip the instructor and pay for videos and photos. We ended up spending about 25,000 yen extra for two people.
The skydiving instructor was really cheerful, and we had a great time! Thank you for the valuable experience!!
スカイダイビングは初めての経験でした。
人生で一度は経験したいもの。
鳥のように気持ちよく飛べるのかなと思いきやすごい勢いで耳にものすごい圧がかかって鼓膜が破れそうに笑
降りてからも気持ち悪くて帰りのホテルまでの送迎は地獄でした。
体調は万全に整えて行ったほうがいいです。
ハワイに着いた当日に申し込んでおり、間に合わずタクシーで向かって空港からは100ドルちょっとかかりました。同じようなことするひとはいないかもしれませんが一応注意を。
ツアー代の他にインストラクターへのチップ、動画や写真代がかかります。
自分たちは二人で2万5千円ほど追加でかかりました。
スカイダイビングのインストラクターはすごく明るくて楽しい時間でした!
貴重な経験をありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | 【選べる特典付き】高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/12 |
Reviewed by: ハル☆
It was my first experience with ziplining. There were no other Japanese people in the team I zip-lined with.
I thought since it was in Hawaii, maybe I could get by with some Japanese, but there was only one girl who could speak a little Japanese. Well, we managed somehow (laughs).
I was a bit worried because I'm not good with heights, but it wasn't that high, so it was okay.
The price is a bit high, so I wish it were a little cheaper. Also, I think it would be nice to have a waterproof cover to hang around your neck so you can take pictures.
ジップライン初体験でした。
一緒にジップラインしたチームには、日本人は他に居ませんでした。
英語ガイドということでしたが、ハワイだし日本語通じるかなぐらいかな?って思ってましたが、1人少し日本語が話せるお姉さんが居たくらいでした。まぁ何とかなります(笑)
高いところが苦手で少し心配でしたが、そこまで高いところではなかったので大丈夫でした。
値段が少したかいのでもうすこし安ければいいなと。
あと、首から下げる防水カバーみたいなのがあると、写真を撮れていいと思います
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!/ジップライン6本 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/13 |
Reviewed by: ツッコ
I was looking forward to visiting Manoa Falls, but I couldn't go due to road closures. Instead, I went to the Lion Arboretum, which was a worthwhile place to visit. It was full of negative ions, and the occasional passing rain shower felt refreshing. Hawaii has great beaches, but hiking in the mountains is also wonderful!
Thank you, Toshi, Yuji, and John, for your help!!
楽しみにしていたマノア滝は道路封鎖のため行けなかったのですが、代替で行くことになったライオン植物園は見応えのある場所でした。
マイナスイオンたっぷりなのはもちろん、時々通り過ぎるスコールもむしろ気持ちいい。
ハワイは海もいいけど山歩きもいい!
お世話になったトシさんユウジさんジョンさんありがとう!!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2020年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/15 |
Reviewed by: マイキー
The guide talked a lot about Hawaii while we were in the car! The horseback riding was wonderful; I was a bit scared at first, but my horse was very gentle and walked slowly ahead. The staff chooses each horse based on compatibility with the rider. Some horses seemed to be struggling because they just wanted to eat grass! Riding while looking at the ocean is something you can't experience in Japan, so I definitely recommend trying it!
車の中でガイドさんがハワイのこと色々と話してくれました!
乗馬もすばらしく、最初は怖かったですがとてもいい子でゆっくり前に続き歩いてくれました!担当のかたが馬との相性を見ながらそれぞれの馬を決めてくれます。中には草ばかり食べてしまい、大変そうな馬もいました!
海を見ながらの乗馬は日本では体験できないのでぜひ経験してもらいたいです!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/09 |
Reviewed by: タケポン
After turning 50, I chose this project as my first experience to challenge myself with something new. By selecting and executing stimulating experiences in my life, I felt that I gained the strength to overcome the many hardships that lie ahead. It was a great experience. If I have the opportunity, I would like to challenge myself again.
50歳を過ぎてこれから、新しいことにチャレンジする1番目の
体験として、この企画を選びました。
生活の中で刺激的な体験を選び実行してみて、これからの
幾度となくくる苦悩を乗り越えられる力を得た様な気がしました。
いい経験ができました。
機会があれば、また挑戦したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 【選べる特典付き】高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/15 |
Reviewed by: うにこ。
I'm glad I was able to get various local information. Thank you very much. I went to Giovanni for the garlic shrimp, and it was delicious.
いろんな現地情報も含めておしえてもらって良かったです。
ありがとうございました。
ガーリックシュリンプはジョバンニにいきましたがおいしかったです。
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| Packages: | ハレイワたっぷり観光プラン(2023年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/14 |
Reviewed by: まろん
We rode in a 5-seater with two people! It was a valuable experience! The magnificent scenery was breathtaking! The guide was also entertaining, and they stopped along the way for us to take photos! I was actually looking for a single-seater, but I'm glad we went with the 5-seater!
5にんのりに2人で乗りました!貴重な体験!そして壮大な景色!引率してくれたガイドさんも面白いし、途中で降りて写真撮影もしてくれました!本当は1人乗りに乗りたくて探していたのですが、5人乗りでよかったと思っています!
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| Packages: | 1時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/13 |
Reviewed by: リーリン
We participated as a family of five. It was our first time horseback riding, but we enjoyed a slow walk along the coast on horseback and even spotted some sea turtles swimming occasionally. The horses were very gentle and cute, and everyone became a fan of horses. Although we had limited time, we were able to stop by places like Dole Plantation and Haleiwa, making for a very fulfilling day. Our guide, Kaz, was easy to understand. Thank you very much.
家族5人で参加しました。乗馬は初めてでしたが馬に乗って海岸沿いをゆっくり歩き時々海ガメが泳いでいるのも見られました。馬達もとてもおとなしく可愛くて全員馬ファンになりました。ドールプランテーションやハレイワなど時間は少しでしたが立ち寄る事ができとても充実した1日を過ごせました。
ガイドのカズさんの話もわかりやすかったです。ありがとうございました。
Thank you for participating. It was lucky to see a sea turtle while horseback riding. We hope you will join us again next time.
ご参加ありがとうございます。
乗馬中に海亀が見られたとは、ラッキーでしたね。
次回も是非ご利用下さい。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Björn
If you're in Hawaii and not heading up Haleakala or Mauna Loa, this is the best stargazing experience you can get (in my still limited experience). Greg took us through the solar system and out into the Milky Way, showing evergreens like Jupiter and Saturn together with more exotic objects like supernova remnants and binary stars (including a spectacular yellow and blue pair). Great!
We attended the 21:00 show in mid-July - dark enough, although the almost full moon did make things complicated when objects got a bit close to it. On the flip side though, getting to take pictures of that moon with your phone through the telescope lens at the end provides a great souvenir! Our seven year-old also really enjoyed the show.
Mahalo. Keep reaching for the stars !!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Star Show at Four Seasons (Lagoon 1) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/12 |
Reviewed by: はなこ
The activities themselves and the staff were good, but the shuttle tour was quite stressful.
First, the meeting time was 7:45, but the car did not arrive. There were other Westerners at the meeting point, and we were all waiting together, confirming that the shuttle had not come. At 8:05, one shuttle arrived. I felt relieved and tried to get on with others, but our names were not on the list. When I asked the driver, he said another car would come, so we had to wait... We had already been waiting for 20 minutes, and we were the only Japanese left behind. I started to worry whether our reservation was confirmed.
Even at 8:15, the car had not come. It was getting too late, so I left my companions and ran to the hotel front desk to make a call. However, I was told that they were delayed due to traffic and to wait another 10 minutes, so I ran back to the meeting point.
At 8:30, even after waiting more than the 10 minutes they mentioned, the car still had not arrived. I started to feel like canceling. For now, I ran back to the hotel front desk and called again. I was told it would come soon, so I ran back to the meeting point. Standing outside for so long made me anxious and angry, and I was getting tired.
At 8:40, the shuttle finally arrived. Since most of the passengers were Japanese, it seemed to be a car that gathered Japanese tour participants. Later, I found out that others had also been waiting without knowing what was going on.
Inside the car, the driver apologized for the delay, but since it was in English, I couldn't fully understand the reasons. We arrived at the destination safely. The activity itself was 20 minutes late, but I was in a group with other Japanese participants, and the staff were fun, plus the scenery was great, so it turned out to be a wonderful time.
Around 13:00, the activity ended. We collected our belongings and selected photos, but since we hadn’t been informed about the return meeting time, we just waited. At 13:30, since it was hot outside, the driver kindly let us into the car. I appreciated that.
However, while all the Japanese participants who did the activity got on, we had to wait because the members from the outbound shuttle were not all present. At 14:15, the remaining person arrived, apologizing as they got on. We departed, but I had expected to be back in Waikiki by 14:30, which messed up my plans for the day. I thought if they had informed us of the return meeting time, we wouldn’t have been delayed this much.
Around 15:30, we returned to the hotel in Waikiki.
As I mentioned, I cannot trust the shuttle timing at all. Additionally, all communication is in English, and using a mobile phone abroad is difficult, which made me very anxious and stressed. The staff were all nice, and the activity was enjoyable, but it seems that no one is managing or taking responsibility for the schedule and timing of the optional tour with shuttle service. In this situation, I cannot recommend it to others, and I think improvements are necessary, so I will give it one star.
アクティビティ自体も、スタッフも良かったですが、送迎付きツアーとしてはストレスが溜まりました。
まず、集合時間7:45でしたが車が来ない。欧米人の方も待ち合わせ場所にいて、お互い同じツアー参加者で送迎車が来ないことについて確認したりして待っていました。
8:05に一台の送迎車が到着。ほっとして他の方と一緒に乗り込もうとしますが、私達の名前はなく、運転手に聞くと、もう一台車が来るから待つようにと…既に20分待っている上、残されるのは日本人の私達だけ。予約が取れているのか不安になります。
8:15になっても車は来ない。いくらなんでも遅すぎるので同行者を残し、ホテルのフロントに走り、電話をかけます。しかし、道路渋滞?のため遅れているからと、あと10分まつように言われ、集合場所に走って戻ります。
8:30、言われた10分以上待っても車が来ない。キャンセルしたくなってきます。とりあえずもう一度ホテルのフロントに走り、再度電話します。すぐ来ると言われ、また集合場所に走って戻ります。ずっと外で立ちっぱなしでいることもあり、不安と怒りで疲れます。
8:40、やっと送迎車到着。大半が日本人だったので、日本人のツアー客を集めた車のようです。後で聞いてみると、他の方もよく分からずずっと待っていた様子。
車の中で、運転手が遅れたことを謝っていましたが、英語なので理由等はよくわかりませんでした。
無事に現地到着。アクティビティ自体は20分遅れでしたが、他の日本人の方と一緒のグループでしたし、スタッフさんも楽しい方で、景色も良く最高の時間でした。
13:00頃アクティビティが終了。荷物を回収したり、写真を選びますが、帰りの集合等は聞いていないためそのまま待ちます。
13:30、外が暑いため、運転手さんが気を利かせて、車の中に入れてくれました。これはありがたかったです。
しかし、一緒にアクティビティをしていた日本人は全員乗り込みましたが、行きの送迎車のメンバーが揃っていないため、この状態で待ちます。
14:15、まだ来ていなかった方が謝りながら乗車。出発しましたが、14:30にはワイキキに戻れると思っていたため、当日の予定が狂います。最初に帰りの集合時間等を知らせておけばこんなに遅れなかったのでは?と思いました。
15:30頃、ワイキキのホテルに帰着。
以上のとおり、送迎については時間が全く信用できません。また、やりとりは全て英語になりますし、海外では携帯も使いづらいため、とても不安で、ストレスが溜まりました。
スタッフは皆さん良い方でしたし、アクティビティも楽しかったですが、送迎付きのオプショナルツアー記載の日程や時間については、誰も管理されてないし、責任もないのだと思います。
この状態では他の人におすすめはできないのと、改善した方が良いと思うので、星は1つにします。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/10 |
Reviewed by: りくりく
The pickup took quite a while. We waited for 40 minutes, and to be honest, we were worried if it would even come. We only caught one fish, and the fishing gear was quite old, with squid being the only bait available. There were about three people on the same tour with us. There was no instruction on how to fish, so I guess only experienced people could catch anything? But I can only say that the crew's cheerfulness and the location were absolutely fantastic!
送迎はかなり待ちます。
私達は40分待ち、正直来るのか不安でした。
釣果は1匹、、釣り具も年季もの、エサはイカのみです。
同じツアーで連れていたのは3人くらい?でしょうか。
釣り方もレクチャーはないので経験豊かな人しか釣れないのかな?
でもクルーの陽気さとロケーションは最高としか言えません!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/09 |
Reviewed by: もなむ
My mother and I signed up for a seaside horseback riding course. It was our first horseback riding experience, but the local staff kindly helped us with how to ride and stop. Riding while looking at the sea was truly a wonderful feeling.
Unfortunately, after arriving at the Dole Plantation, which was supposed to be just a quick stop, we were told by the tour guide that there was a mistake and they had forgotten to bring their license, which would take time to retrieve from the office. As a result, our stay was extended by over an hour. Since this is a common spot for other tours, I had been there before and ended up with nothing to do, feeling quite bored. Additionally, the tour guide's attitude was lacking sincerity, saying things like, "This is quite rare, you know," which honestly made me feel anxious about whether it was safe to follow this person.
The horseback riding itself was a lovely experience, so next time I participate, I would prefer to join a different tour company if there is an option.
母と娘の親子二名で海辺乗馬コースを申し込みました。初めての乗馬体験でしたが乗り方、止まり方等現地のスタッフが親切に対応して下さり、何といっても海を見ながらの乗馬はとても気持ちの良いものでした。
残念だったのは、立ち寄り程度だった筈のドールプランテーションに到着した後、ツアーガイドのミスでライセンスを携帯し忘れたとのことで事務所へ取りに戻るのに時間がかかると言われ、結果滞在時間が1時間以上延びた事です。他のツアーでも定番のスポットなので以前も立ち寄ったことがあり、やることが無く時間を持て余しました。また、それに対するツアーガイドの態度も「こんな事稀なんですけどね~」といった誠意に欠けるもので正直「この人について行って大丈夫なのか?」と不安に感じました。
乗馬自体はとても素敵な経験となりましたので、次回参加する時は別の催行会社での企画があればそちらに参加したいと思います。
I apologize for any inconvenience caused regarding our matter despite your participation. I'm glad to hear that you were satisfied with the main horseback riding experience.
ご参加にも関わらず、当係りの件ではご迷惑をかけ申し訳ございませんでした。
メインの乗馬は満足されたようで良かったです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ソフィー
I think I could have enjoyed the tour more if the guide had been better. As others have mentioned, it was disappointing to have Kaz as our guide.
① Dole Plantation
I arrived 10 minutes before opening. This meant that the actual time I had to enjoy Dole Plantation was only 20 minutes, which was unsatisfactory. I quenched my thirst with very delicious pineapple juice and browsed for souvenirs. I wished I had a bit more time to explore the garden.
② Strolling through Haleiwa Town on the North Shore and having brunch with garlic shrimp
I ate at a Japanese-owned restaurant recommended by the guide. (It was emphasized multiple times that they opened early for this tour.) Perhaps because of that, while it was tasty, it was lighter than I expected. Personally, I would have liked a bit more punch. (I think enjoying local flavors is one of the joys of traveling.) The careful preparation of the shells and the shrimp's digestive tract left a good impression. Strolling through the colorful streets was fun, but again, excluding meal time, the stay was only about 30 minutes! There isn't much time to leisurely check out interesting shops, so it might be good to set a purpose in advance.
③ The horseback riding by the seaside, which I was looking forward to the most!!!
All the horses were cute and smart, and it was truly healing. They are well-trained, so I think beginners can experience it with confidence. I wanted to spend more time interacting with the horses!
④ On the way back, I saw sea turtles from the car window.
⑤ We stopped in Haleiwa to pick up participants from other courses and for a restroom break, which concluded the tour.
While the places visited and experiences were excellent, I realized that the presence of the guide significantly changed my level of satisfaction.
This time, the guide, Kaz, was basically high-handed and had a scary tone. Listening to his interactions with other participants, he treated them in a condescending manner, which made those around him uncomfortable.
The information he provided about Hawaii's history and buildings during the journey was interesting, but his unique way of speaking combined with issues with the audio microphone made it hard to absorb.
Additionally, he was very strict about the meeting times. I understand it was to avoid traffic, but it felt more like he was rushing participants to avoid affecting his own working hours rather than for the sake of the participants or to keep the tour schedule.
ガイドさんが良ければもっとツアーを楽しめたと思う。
他の方も書いてますが、カズさんに当たり残念でした。
①ドールプランテーション
オープンの10分前に到着。
ということで、ドールプランテーション内を楽しめる実質滞在時間はたったの20分。これは不満。
とても美味しいパイナップルジュースで喉を潤し、お土産を物色。
もうちょっとガーデンを散策する時間が欲しかった。
②ノースショアハレイワ・タウンにて街並み散策とガーリックシュリンプでブランチ
ガイドさんが勧める日本人経営の店で食べる。
(このツアーのために早い時間から開けてもらっていると何度も強調されました)
そのためか、美味しいのだが思ったよりもあっさりしている。
個人的にはもう少しパンチが欲しかったかな。
(せっかくならローカルの味を楽しむのも旅の醍醐味だと思うため)
殻と背ワタが丁寧に処理されているのは好印象です。
カラフルな街並みを散策するのは楽しいが、ここでも食事時間を除くと滞在時間が30分あるかないか!?
気になるお店をゆっくり見ている暇はないので、事前に目的を定めておくといいかもしれません。
③一番楽しみにしていた海辺での乗馬!!!
どの馬も可愛くてかしこくて、本当に癒されました。
よく調教されているので初心者の方でも安心して体験できると思います。
もっと長い時間馬と触れ合っていたかった!
④帰路につく途中、車窓からウミガメを見る
⑤他コースの方をピックアップ&トイレ休憩のためハレイワに寄り終了
訪問先・体験内容は申し分ないのですが、ガイドさんの存在ですごく満足度が変わってくることを実感しました。
今回のガイド、カズさんは基本的に高圧的で口調がコワイです。
他の参加者さんとのやり取りを聞いていても、バカにしたようなあしらうような対応をされていて、周りが不快に思う。
道中教えてくださるハワイの歴史や建物案内等は興味深い内容なのですが、独特なしゃべり方と音声マイクの不具合が相まって、入ってこない。
そして、集合時間にはすごく厳しくせっつかれます。
渋滞を避けるためなのはわかりますが、「参加者のため」「ツアー予定時刻を守るため」というよりも、ガイドさんご自身の勤務時間に影響のないよう、参加者を急かしているような印象を持ちました。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/05 |
Reviewed by: ブラッキー
I believe we ordered one buggy each and received confirmation, but when we arrived, only one was prepared... If that was the case, it would have been appreciated if you had clearly stated from the beginning that only one could be rented per group. I am very disappointed.
バギーをそれぞれ一台ずつオーダーしてOKを頂いたはずなんですが、行ってみたら、1台しか用意されていない、、、。
だったら、グループの人は一台しか借りられませんよと、最初から明記して頂けたらありがたかった。残念でなりません。
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| Packages: | 1時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/06 |
Reviewed by: ミント
I participated alone, but there were several others who were also participating solo, so I didn't feel out of place at all. Right after jumping out of the Cessna, I was really scared, but the beautiful scenery of Hawaii spread out before me made me forget my fear. I'm really glad I took on this challenge.
ひとりでの参加でしたが、同じようにひとり参加の方が数名いらっしゃったので、全く気になりませんでした。
セスナから飛び出した直後はすっごい怖かったけど、一面に広がるハワイの美しい景色が恐怖を忘れさせてくれました。
チャレンジして本当に良かったです。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル<1名様申込> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/01 |
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ご親切なレビューをありがとうございます!素晴らしい時間を過ごしていただけてとても嬉しいです。
THank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad you had a great time