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We arrived at Kualoa Ranch in just under an hour with a 10:15 pickup. Since our activity started at 14:15, we had about two and a half hours of free time (laughs). It was around lunchtime, so we leisurely had lunch and spent time browsing the gift shop.

Before the activity began, we watched a safety video. We were the only Japanese participants, but they showed us a video in Japanese, which made it easy to understand and feel secure about participating! Our group had two guides during our start time, but all the explanations were in English, so it might be tough for those who don’t understand English at all. However, the buggies themselves were fantastic, and I think it’s an activity that can be enjoyed even without understanding English! You can drive with a Japanese license, so if you have one, you should definitely drive there! If there aren’t any participants with a license, I believe the guides will drive you.

We had to change from horseback riding to buggies due to full reservations, but I’m really glad we did because it was so much fun! I highly recommend it!!!

10:15ピックアップで１時間弱でクアロアランチに到着。
私たちのアクティビティ開始は14：15だったため、２時間半ほど自由時間がありました（笑）ちょうどお昼を挟む感じだったのでゆっくりランチをしたり、ギフトショップを見たりのんびり過ごして時間を潰しました。
アクティビティ開始前に安全のビデオを見ましたが日本人は私達だけでしたが日本語用のビデオを見せてくださり、分かりやすく安心して参加できました！私たちの開始時刻のグループには2人のガイドが付いてまわりましたが全ての説明は英語なので英語が全くわからない方には厳しいかもしれません。しかしバギー自体はとても最高で英語がわからなくても楽しめるアクティビティだと思います！日本の免許で運転可能なので免許を持ってる場合は運転して行くべきです！！参加する中に免許を持ってる方がいらっしゃらない場合、ガイドの方が運転して連れて行ってくださるのだと思います。
乗馬が予約いっぱいでバギーに変更しましたが、結果バギーにして良かったと思えるほどとっても楽しかったのでおすすめです！！！

There was no turbulence on the flight, and before I knew it, I was up in the sky! After arriving, I was quickly dropped off, and after enjoying the breathtaking views, I found myself back on the ground in no time! It was a valuable experience, and I had so much fun! I want to fly again and again!

飛行機の揺れがなくあっという間に空の上だった！着いてからはポンポン落とされ、絶景を満喫したらあっという間に地上にいた！貴重な経験で本当に楽しかった！また何回でも飛びたい！

It was just a transportation contract, so there wasn't much to it. Perhaps due to the busy season and the shuttle service, there were some delays. While it seemed that others weren't giving tips, when I gave one, they were very pleased.

送迎だけの契約でしたので特に何もありません。
繁忙期でピストン運行だったからか遅れがちでした。
他の方々はチップを渡している気配なかったところ、お渡ししたら
大層喜んでいただきました。

It rained here and there, and while you might get wet, that's part of the fun of the activity. It dries quickly, so it's not a problem. The cast members also spoke in English, mixing in some jokes. I wish we could have stopped at the locations of the King Kong skeleton and the main area of Jurassic Park, as we just passed by them. It was a long time, but it was enjoyable enough to be worth more than the price.

所々 雨が降ってきて、濡れることもあるがそれもアクティビティの楽しみ。すぐに乾くので問題なしだ。キャストの人もギャグを混じえて英語だが話してくれる。骨のキングコングの場所や、ジュラシックパークのメインの所は通り過ぎたので停まって欲しかった。長い時間なのでそれなりに楽しめるので価格以上の価値はありました。

Matthew went above and beyond to make our experience memorable! Definitely bring lots of water and good hiking shoes as the falls can be a bit muddy. The driver provided water, hiking sticks, and bug spray which is a must. Great experience

- A large bus came to pick us up at a meeting point close to the hotel. The driver had a passenger list, so please check in before boarding. (There was someone who boarded without checking in, which made the driver search for them and delayed our departure a bit. The arrival time was not an issue!)

- The staff who welcomed us spoke fluent Japanese. They communicated important details such as the meeting time and the meeting points for each vehicle right from the start.

- The guides for the buggy tour were two young men who spoke English. There was a Japanese explanatory video on how to drive the buggy, so I felt confident driving. We stopped at several photo spots. There was a section where we went down a steep slope after encountering dinosaurs, so if you're a bit scared, it might be better to switch drivers.

- At the photo spots, the guides acted as photographers and took many great commemorative photos! The scenes of everyone getting into the buggy and driving were captured with a professional camera that incurs an additional cost, but purchasing the photos is optional. (We chose not to buy them.)

- I was worried about getting my clothes and bag dirty from the dust, but perhaps because it had rained earlier, it wasn't too much of a concern (though it might be because I wore black clothes). After wiping my face, it was brown, so I think it's a good idea to plan to take a shower and change when we return to the hotel.

・ホテルから近い集合場所に大型バスが迎えにきてくれました。運転手さんが乗客リストを持っているのでチェックインしてから乗ってください。(チェックインせずに乗った方がいて、運転手さんが探しまわって出発が少し遅れました。到着時間は問題なかったです！)

・お出迎えのスタッフさんは日本語ペラペラでした。集合時間や各乗り物の集合場所など大事なことを最初に伝えてくれます。

・バギーツアーのガイドさんは若い男性2人で英語でした。バギーの運転方法は日本語の説明動画があったので、安心して運転できました。何回かフォトスポットにとまります。恐竜が出てきた後に傾斜が急な坂をくだる区間があったので、ちょっと怖い方は運転手交代したほうがいいかも。

・フォトスポットではガイドさんがカメラマンとなって良い記念写真を沢山撮ってくれました！バギーにみんな乗り込んで運転しているシーンは、最初のお金がかかるカメラで撮られますが、購入するかどうかは任意です。(自分たちは買いませんでした)

・砂埃で服やカバンが汚れるのを心配していましたが、雨上がりだったからかそこまで気にならなかったです(黒い服を着ていったからかもしれませんが)顔を拭くと茶色だったので、ホテルに戻ってシャワーや着替えをする計画にするとよいと思います

I had a great time racing through the magnificent scenery of Kualoa Ranch on a buggy! It was very appealing that I could drive myself, not just ride along. The guide was very polite and kind, and I was able to spend the whole day without any inconvenience! The 100% beef hamburger at the cafe was hearty and very delicious!

クアロア・ランチの壮大な景色の中をバギーで駆け抜けることができて楽しかったです！
ただ、乗っているだけでなく、自分で運転できるところがとても魅力的なでした。
ガイドさんは、とても丁寧で優しく、全く不自由なく、1日過ごすことができました！
Cafeの牛100%ハンバーガーはボリューム満点でとてもおいしかったです！

Enjoyed the explanations of movies filmed here and learning about the native plants as well as the non-native plants. Would have liked a more detailed description of what we would be seeing and I would have signed up for a more comprehensive tour of Kualoa Ranch. Another family said the same thing. By the time you are there and realize it, the spots are all taken and you cannot upgrade your tickets.

I'm glad I took on the challenge despite my anxiety! I want to try skydiving again from a higher altitude! The instructor was very kind as well. The local fuel surcharge could be paid by credit card.

不安もありつつ挑戦してよかったです！またスカイダイビングもっと高度なところから挑戦したいです！インストラクターさんもとても親切でした。
現地払いの燃油サーチャージはクレジットカード支払いできました。

I was finally able to visit Manoa Falls, a long-time dream of mine. I had wanted to go for a while, but my companions often had other places they wanted to visit, or it was difficult to get around since I couldn't drive. This time, by joining a tour with Nature & You, I was finally able to make it happen. The two guides were very kind and I am very grateful. The hike to Manoa Falls was manageable even for someone in their 60s like me, and I enjoyed it comfortably even as a solo participant.

長年の夢が叶ってマノアの滝に行けました。
以前から行ってみたかったのですが、その時々の同行者には他に行きたいところがあったり、車の運転ができないので移動が難しかったりで、なかなか実現することができませんでした。
今回、ネイチャー＆ユーさんのツアーに参加することで、ようやく行くことが出来ました。
ガイドのお二人にはとても親切にしていただきました。感謝感謝です。
マノアの滝へのハイキングは60代の私でも可能でしたし、一人での参加でも快適に愉しめました。

A little before my trip to Hawaii, I saw it on TV and decided to sign up for skydiving. They took us from Waikiki by shuttle bus, and the cheerful driver gave us a boost of energy. Upon arrival, we received various explanations and then took a jet up into the sky! Both the instructor and the cameraman were high-energy, which helped alleviate any fear! The view of the Earth from above was round and beautiful, and it was indescribable... I was simply moved! Skydiving was something I wanted to experience at least once in my life! I'm so glad I did it! Thank you very much.

ハワイ旅行にいく少し前にテレビで見て、スカイダイビングをしたいと思い申し込みをしました。ワイキキの街からシャトルバスで連れて行ってくれて、明るい運転手さんに元気をもらいました。到着して、色々と説明を受けて、ジェット機てわ空の上へ！インストラクターもカメラマンもハイテンションで、怖さを吹っ飛ばしてくれました！空の上からみた地球は丸くてきれいで何とも言えない・・・ただただ感動しました！人生で一度は経験したかったスカイダイビング！やってよかったです！ありがとうございました。

The driver spoke English and was very kind! No need to worry if you can't speak English! The view from the top is amazing!

英語のドライバーさんでしたがとっても優しかったです！英語が喋れなくても心配ありません！
頂上からの景色も最高です！

Skydiving was something I had always wanted to try. As soon as my trip to Hawaii was confirmed, I signed up right away. I chose the 8 AM slot because I read in a review that "if the previous flight is delayed, it can get late in the afternoon." I gathered at 6:40 AM. I had checked the meeting place a few days prior and arrived 15 minutes early. The bus arrived about five minutes later. It has the "GO JUMP" logo, so it's easy to spot.

There were 11 people on the bus, including five Japanese. After getting off the bus, we entered the waiver on an iPad. We consulted with each other and managed to complete it without any issues. We paired up with an instructor, and about four pairs at a time boarded the Cessna.

It seemed like there was only one Cessna, so the second group boarded after the first group came down. I was in the third group because I was slow with the iPad input. It took about an hour and a half from getting off the bus to boarding the Cessna.

The time spent on the Cessna was the most nerve-wracking. Once you jump out, the breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains completely erase any fear. The moment the parachute opens, you go up a bit, which makes you go "wow," but after that, you float down gently. Occasionally, the instructor would maneuver and spin us around, which was both scary and fun.

On the way back, my friend picked me up in a rental car, so I was able to get a shot of my landing. In the end, being in the third group turned out to be a good thing.

一度はしてみたかったスカイダイビング。ハワイ行きが決まってすぐに申し込みました。
「午後は前の便がおすと遅くなることもある」と体験談にあったので、8時便に。6時40分集合でした。集合場所は数日前に下見をしておき、15分前に到着。その5分後にバスも来ました。「GO JUNMP」のロゴが書いてあるので、すぐに分かります。
バスには日本人5名を含む11名が乗車。バスを降りてiPadで免責同意書を入力します。日本人同士で相談しあって、無事に入力。
インストラクターと2人1組で4組ずつくらいがセスナに乗ります。
セスナは1台のようで、1番目の組が降りてきてから2番目の組が乗り込む感じです。私はiPadの入力が遅かったので3組目。
バスを降りてから、セスナに乗るまで1時間半くらいかかりました。
セスナに乗ってる時間が一番緊張します。セスナから飛び降りてしまえば、海と山の景色の素晴らしさで恐怖心は全くないです。
パラシュートを開く瞬間が一度上に上がるので、「うわっ」と思いますが、その後は、ふわふわと降りていきます。
時折、インストラクターが操作してクルクル回ってくれて、怖楽しかったです。
帰りはレンタカーで友人が迎えに来てくれていたので、ちょうど、降りてくるのを撮影してもらえました。結果的に3組目で良かったです。

I felt like I became a pilot while flying✈️ Even as a beginner, the staff were very kind and taught me in a way that was easy to understand, so I was able to apply with confidence😺

パイロットになれた気分で操縦✈️
素人にでも、スタッフの方がとても親切で、
大変わかりやすく教えて頂けるので
安心して申し込みできました😺

I visited Kualoa Ranch for the first time. I was satisfied with the two-hour horseback riding experience and the ample time spent there. However, I had a lot of concerns. First, there were no Japanese-speaking staff, and I wasn't quite sure how to use the locked lockers, so I ended up leaving my things in a regular storage area. Fortunately, I was wearing a jacket with zippered pockets, so I could at least keep my wallet safe. I was anxious because all the safety instructions for riding were in English, but the horses were well-behaved and not scary at all. I wish there had been signs and videos in Japanese. Well, it's my fault for not understanding English...

I was looking forward to seeing the movie filming locations, but there were none at all, and I just walked along the mountain paths. It's disappointing.

初めてクアロアランチに行きました。
２時間の乗馬、たっぷりの時間を過ごす事が出来て満足ではありました。
が、不安はいっぱいで
まず、日本語のスタッフさんが居なくて
鍵付きロッカーの使い方がイマイチ分からず
結果、普通の荷物置き場に置きました。
幸いファスナー付きのポケットの服だったので財布くらいは入れられたのでよかったのですが。
馬に乗る際の注意点すら全て英語だったので不安でしたが
お馬さん、お利口さんで怖くなかったです。
日本語の看板やビデオがあったらいいのになって思いました。
ま、英語が分からない私が悪いのですが…。

映画のロケ地を楽しみにしていましたが
全く無くてひたすら山道を歩きました。
残念です。

Awesome place, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great views and a good time. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

The view of the blue sea of the North Shore from the height of the horse's back was amazing. I was worried that a long horseback ride might get boring, but the time flew by quickly.

馬の背の高さから眺めるノースショアの碧い海、最高でした。
長時間の乗馬、飽きないかなぁ？と心配してましたが、あっというまに過ぎた乗馬の時間でした。

The guide was fluent in Japanese and made some great jokes, which was a wonderful start! It was a tour that took us to places we wouldn't have been able to go on our own. The guide provided detailed information about each location's features and recommended shops, and after giving us a thorough tour from the car, they dropped us off, making it very convenient. I was really happy to see turtles in a place that wasn't even on the tour route. I would love to join again if I have the chance. Thank you very much!

ガイドさんは、日本語ペラペラでギャグかましてくれたり良い始まりでした！自分達ではなかなかでは行けないところに連れて行ってくれるツアーでした。それぞれの特徴やそこでのお勧めのお店なども詳しく、車に乗ったまま一通り案内してくれた後降ろしてくれたので、回りやすくて大変助かりました。ツアーコースには入っていない？所で亀を見せてくれてすごく嬉しかったです。またチャンスがあれば参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

I had an amazing experience that far exceeded my expectations. I was simply overwhelmed by the majestic nature, and it was definitely worth the experience. The staff who guided us were all very fun (I think it would be even more enjoyable if you understand English). Driving the buggy through the great outdoors was also fun, and the two hours flew by. It takes about an hour from Waikiki, so having transportation included is definitely more convenient.

期待をはるかに超える最高の経験ができました。雄大な自然にただ圧倒されるばかり、体験する価値ありです。引率してくれるスタッフも非常に楽しい方ばかり（英語が分かると相当楽しいと思います）。大自然を走るバギーの運転も楽しくあっという間の2時間です。ワイキキから小一時間ほどかかるので、送迎付きの方が何かと楽です。

A group of three close friends for 40 years. We had always wanted to visit Hawaii together, and this year, we celebrated our 60th birthdays and made that dream come true! We were moved by the beauty of Waikiki from the summit of Diamond Head. The journey to the top was not as tough as we expected, and even after turning 60, we were able to enjoy the scenery while climbing.

４０年来の仲良し３人組。
いつかは３人で行ってみたいと思っていたハワイ、今年還暦を迎え夢を実現させました！
ダイヤモンドヘッド山頂から見るワイキキの美しさに感動しました。
山頂までの道のりは思ったよりもキツくなく、還暦過ぎでも景色を楽しみながら登ることができました。

I felt amazing. It became my best memory. The price is a bit high, but I have nothing to say about the sound, scenery, etc. Definitely, please try the doorless first class! I just wish there had been guidance in Japanese.

最高の気分でした。一番の想い出になりました。料金はちょっと高いけれど、音、風景色など、何も言うことありません。是非、ドア無しのファーストクラスヘどうぞ❗️ただ、日本語の案内があれば良かったですね。

I was really looking forward to the horseback riding experience. However, the horse assigned to me seemed to be in a bad mood from the start, and my bad feeling turned out to be true. The horse wouldn't listen to me and kept wandering off, and in the end, the instructor even clicked their tongue at me. Huh? Is it my fault?? The scenery was wonderful, though.

とても楽しみにしていた乗馬体験。しかしながら私にあてがわれた馬は最初からご機嫌ななめな感じで、嫌な予感がしたのが的中。なかなか言う事を聞いてくれず道草ばかりで、挙句の果てにインストラクターから舌打ちされる始末。え？私のせい？？
景色は素晴らしかったです。

We took turns driving as a couple and had a great experience! Surrounded by nature, it was the best! Our guide was friendly and provided excellent guidance.

夫婦それぞれ運転交代して体験しました！
自然に囲まれて最高でした！
ガイドさんも気さくな方で案内も素晴らしかったです。

I couldn't understand what was being said for the English explanation, but they were very cheerful and it was a lot of fun. They occasionally took photos, which showed their thoughtfulness, and that was nice. Since the sand dust is quite intense, I think it's better for those who are concerned to wear clothes that can get dirty and cover their skin.

英語の説明のため、何をいっているかはわかりませんでしたが
明るく振る舞ってくれていて、非常に楽しかったです。
時折、写真を撮ってくれて気遣いもあり良かったです。
砂埃がすごいので、気になる方は、汚れても良い服装で肌を覆うもののほうがいいかと思います。

I had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful natural environment and the easy-to-access buggy activities! It was a precious time where I could strongly feel the power of nature!

素晴らしい自然環境と、バギーのアクティビティが手軽に楽しめました！自然の力を力強く感じることの出来る貴重な時間を過ごせました！

In Hawaii, there are no bus stops due to the landscape, so if you're not used to traveling by bus, I think taking a taxi is the safest option. Regular taxis are very expensive, so I recommend using Uber. Just enter the address, and you're good to go!

I made a few wrong turns, but since Uber has fixed pricing, the fare doesn't increase even if the time or distance exceeds the estimate! Maybe it's Hawaiian time, but they handled everything smoothly even with a slight delay. Thank you to the staff.

Since I wanted to propose in a helicopter, I secretly consulted with the staff while my partner went to the restroom. You can manage even with limited English! There are a good number of proposals happening, and the staff are professionals, so I think they can understand even with just a few words. Before boarding, we quickly discussed with the pilot and staff, saying, "I'll say this here, and this will be the signal!"

I definitely recommend going without a door instead of with one! I had requested a doorless option in advance, but they also confirm it on the day. There are seatbelts, so you can feel secure!

ハワイは景観面からバス停が存在していないとか、バス移動が不慣れな方はこちらへのアクセスはタクシーが無難かと思います。
正規のタクシーはとても高いため、Uberタクシーをおすすめします。
住所を打ち込むだけでOkay!
道を何回か間違われましたが、(Uberタクシーは金額が決まっているため時間や距離の超過でも増額されません！)ハワイアンタイムなのか、多少遅れても問題なく手続きしてくださいました。
スタッフさんありがとうございます。

折角ならとプロポーズはヘリコプターで上空でと、、サプライズ！と決めていたためパートナーがお手洗いに行った隙にスタッフの方にこっそり相談。
英語力がなくとも多少話せればイケます！一定数プロポーズされる方やあちらもプロフェッショナルですので手慣れており、単語でも伝わると思います。
乗る前にパイロット、スタッフの方と"ここでこう言うからこれが合図だから！"
そんな打ち合わせをさくっと交わし、いざ。

ドア有りよりもドア無しが断然おすすめです！事前にドアなしを申し込みしておりましたが、当日現地でも確認されます。シートベルトがあるためしっかり安心！

I actually wanted to go horseback riding or mountain biking, but since my child is 9 years old, I couldn't, so I reserved a buggy.
In conclusion, if you're a fan of the Jurassic series, you should have gone on a dedicated tour.
We passed by places with bones scattered around and movie sets, and I felt bad for my dinosaur-loving son.
You can easily drive the buggy if you have an automatic license (though I had a bit of trouble because of my short legs).
The guide spoke all in fast English.
Both my child and I are learning English conversation, so we understood to some extent and were able to communicate, but those who can't speak at all might not even understand the instructions for operating the vehicle.

本当は乗馬かマウンテンバイクをしたかったが子供が９歳なので叶わず、バギーを予約しました。
結論としてはジュラシックシリーズ推しなら専用ツアーに行くべきでした。
骨がゴロゴロある場所や映画セットのある場所を素通りされ、恐竜好きの息子には悪い事をしました。
バギーはオートマ免許あれば余裕で運転出来ます（短足な自分は少し困りましたが）
ガイドは全て早口の英語。
私も子供も英会話を学んでいるので、ある程度は分かりコミュニケーション取れましたが、少しも出来ない方は車の操作説明すら理解できないかもです。

It was 8 of us and we all love it! If you like nature, you will enjoy this one. The movie scenarios, the ranch is like paradise. You could see Gods creation at its best!

My family and I had the best experience, the ranch is amazingly beautiful! We felt like we were in the King Kong movie haha. The ride was super fun. Would definitely recommend this!

The guide shared various stories about Hawaii during the trip, which was very informative. In Haleiwa Town, we were first given a tour of the restrooms and attractions by car, and then we had free time to explore, so we could enjoy sightseeing without getting lost. I think it was a good decision to take the tour since it would take a long time to go by bus.

道中にガイドさんがいろいろなハワイの話をしてくれて勉強になりました。ハレイワタウンも最初に車で一通りトイレや見どころなどの案内をされてから自由行動でしたので、迷わずに観光できました。バスで行くと時間がかかるのでツアーにしてよかったと思います。