All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

It was a beautiful view as we flew with the sunrise. There were a few clouds, but it was worth waking up early. When we took off, we went one after another, so there was no time to be scared. Instead of feeling fear due to the height, it was more about the beauty, and I didn't feel scared at all. The instructors were friendly and made me feel at ease.

日の出と共に飛んで、すごくキレイな景色でした。
少し雲はかかってましたが、朝早くから起きたかいがありました。
飛び出す時は次々と出て行くので怖がってる間もなく、あまりの高で怖いというより綺麗で恐怖は感じませんでした。インストラクターの人たちも気さくで安心できました。

- We gathered on-site and went by rental car.
- One hour was enough to enjoy it.
- The filming location of Jurassic Park was truly impressive.
- Due to safety, speed and driving methods were restricted, so there wasn't much freedom.

・現地集合、レンタカーでいきました
・時間は１時間で十分楽しめました
・ジュラシックパークのロケ地はさすがに圧巻でした
・安全から速度や走法は制限され、あまり自由はありません

I was able to experience skydiving, which I had wanted to try, at a quite reasonable price, and it became a wonderful memory. Since it's a group activity, the waiting time to jump and the time spent waiting for others to finish jumping can be quite long. I think it's better to plan on spending half a day for this experience.

やってみたかったスカイダイビングが結構安く体験できて、とてもいい思い出になりました。団体行動なので、飛ぶのを待つ時間やほかの方が飛び終わるのを待つ時間がとても長いです。半日はつぶれると考えて行動したほうがいいと思います。

I didn't reach a speed that could be called a sprint, but I was very satisfied.

We run deep into Kualoa Ranch, crossing a small stream along the way, climbing slopes, and navigating bumpy paths made of stones.

Additionally, we stop at filming locations, allowing us to fully enjoy Kualoa Ranch.

疾走というほどのスピードは出ませんが、大変満足でした。

クアロアランチの奥まで走るのですが、途中で小川を渡り、斜面を登り、石でガタガタの道を走ります。

また、ロケ地にも停まって撮影させてくれるので、クアロアランチを満喫できます。

There was a phrase in the driver's long story to the flight destination that perfectly captured this experience. I quoted it on social media:
"It feels like my whole body is boiling with blood."
Is this a Stephen King moment or what?

フライト地までの運転手の長い話の中に、まさにこの体験のこの表現しかない言葉がありました。SNS系で引用しました。
「全身の血が沸騰する感じ」
スティーブン キングかよ

This was a great ride. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Our pilot was wonderful and did a very good job of explaining everything during the trip. Would love to do it again some day.

I would like to introduce a great value optional tour among the many available in Hawaii. This time, I focused on "Horseback Riding in Hawaii!" while comparing various optional tours. And what I found was this plan!

1. First, the iconic "This Tree, What Tree" at "Moanalua Gardens" (it’s said that the Moanalua Gardens tour will no longer be available after April 2016, so be sure to see it soon).
2. Next, enjoy Hawaii's specialty pineapple at the "Dole Plantation."
3. Then, at the "North Shore," encounter the elusive "sea turtles" (they were huge! I could almost ride on their backs).
4. For lunch, we had a recommendation from our guide for a hidden gem "delicious shrimp restaurant" (so good! Lightly seasoned for $11).
5. The much-anticipated "horseback riding"… Unlike other horseback riding optional tours that just walk along the coast for 40 minutes, this tour takes you through varied landscapes like hills, valleys, and bamboo groves, allowing you to enjoy the rhythm of the horse for a full 90 minutes in nature. Local staff support you at the front and back of the line, ensuring safety. The horses are wild yet generally calm, and there were many female groups participating (however, those over 100 kg are not allowed; we don’t want to hurt the horses).

**Note:** If you ride properly, there are no issues, but if you mess around or let go of the reins (like taking photos), you could fall off and get seriously injured (which is why you have to sign a waiver before riding).

So, how much is this packed tour? An incredible $165 per person! (Of course, it includes a Japanese-speaking guide, tips, and hotel pickup). You will really understand how great of a deal this plan is if you take the time to compare it with other tours!

Let’s not be lazy and look for "other tours" too! That way, you’ll realize that "what Yamachan said was true." If you find any other great deals, please let me know! Let’s share good information! Aloha~

◆数あるハワイの「オプショナルツアー」で、お得感のある（支払に対して満足感が高い）ツアーを紹介します。今回は「ハワイで乗馬！」を主目的に、様々なオプショナルツアーを比較しながら探しました。そして見つけたのがこのプラン！　①まずお決まりの「この木なんの木」の「モアナルアガーデン」（2016年4月以降はモアナルアガーデンツアーは無くなる、との事で早めに見納め）②続いて「ドールプランテーション」にてハワイ特産のパイナップルを堪能　③続いて「ノースショア」にて、遭遇が難しい「うみがめ」対面（デカッ！ いました いました 背中に乗れそう）④昼食はガイドさん推薦の「隠れ家的」な「絶品シュリンプ料理店（うまい！あっさり味付けで11ドル）」⑤お待ちかね「乗馬」…海岸沿いをただ、てくてく歩く「他の乗馬オプショナルツアー（40分）」と違い、このツアーは起伏に富んだ「山あいや谷？や竹やぶ等、いわゆる自然の中を悠々と馬の鼓動を聞きながら（それも90分ですぞ！）、乗馬を楽しむツアーです。サポートも現地スタッフが隊列の前後につき安心。馬も野性味があってスリリングですが総じておとなしく、女性グループも多かったです。（ただし100㎏以上の人はNG　馬さんかわいそうだもんね）【注意点】・キチンと乗れば全然問題なしでも、ふざけたり、手を離したり（カメラ撮影等）してると落馬して大怪我します（そのため、乗馬前に「免責証書を書かされる」）
ハイッ！　ここまで盛りだくさんツアーでお値段は？　な、な、なんと一人165ドル！（もちろん日本語ガイドさん付き、チップ込みでホテル送迎付き）このプランがいかにお得（安い）かは、いろいろ時間をかけて「他」のツアーを探して比較してみれば よ～くわかります！
横着せずに「他のツアー」も探しましょうね！そうすれば、「やまちゃんが言っていた事は本当だったんだ」と分かります。もし、他にお得なツアーがあれば、また教えてください！良い情報は共有していきましょう！　アロハ～

I only spoke Japanese, but I managed to get by. Depending on the number of participants, I was able to leave earlier than the time indicated in the schedule, which was a great help since I had optional reservations afterward. It would be appreciated if you could also note that the schedule mentioned had some slight changes.

日本語しかはなせませんでしたが、何とか大丈夫でした。
参加人数によるのかもしれませんが、スケジュールで見ていた時間より、早く帰る事が出来て助かりました助かりました。その後もオプションを予約していたので。 記載されていたスケジュールとかちょっと変更になっていましたので、それも書いて頂けると、ありがたいと思います。

As I approached my 30th birthday, I decided to go skydiving with friends, making it the main event of our trip to Hawaii. We were picked up near our hotel before 6 AM and, after arriving at the center with other participants, we received a brief explanation before heading straight to the small plane.

The Russian instructor who was in charge of me, along with all the staff, was very friendly, which helped ease my nerves. I was surprised at how excited I felt, rather than anxious. As we gradually ascended, I did a final check with the instructor, put on my goggles, and off we went into the Hawaiian sky! Instead of feeling like I was falling, it felt more like I was floating in the air, which was astonishing! However, the strong wind pressure made it quite a challenge to wave my hands, yet I found myself smiling naturally and surprisingly relaxed. Breathing was manageable as long as I followed the instructor's guidance and kept my mouth slightly open.

Before I knew it, the parachute opened, and once the speed decreased, I was able to enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian scenery at a leisurely pace. It truly felt like I had become a bird. At one point, the instructor loosened my harness, which made me a bit anxious since I hadn't been informed about it beforehand, but the fun outweighed any worries.

I had always thought about trying skydiving at least once in my life after seeing it on TV, but I never expected it to be so easy and enjoyable! If you're hesitating, I highly recommend giving it a try. A senior who had already experienced it told me, "Skydiving won't change your life," but I believe my experience did change my life. I gained a strange confidence (laughs).

Since I was dropped off at the hotel before noon, I felt like I had plenty of time left in the afternoon. I plan to go skydiving again the next time I visit Hawaii! I truly recommend it!

３０歳を目前にして、友人とスカイダイビングをしようということで、今回ハワイでのメインイベントにしました。
早朝６時前にホテル近くまでピックアップして頂き、他の参加者とともにセンターへ到着後、簡単な説明を受け、早々に小型機へ。

私を担当して頂いたロシア人インストラクターの男性をはじめ、スタッフみなさん感じも良く、あまり緊張せず、想像よりもワクワクしている自分に驚きました。
徐々に高度も上がり、インストラクターと最終確認をして、ゴーグルをつけていざハワイの空へ！
落ちているという感覚より、空を浮いているという感じでびっくりでした！
ただ、ものすごい風圧を受けるので、手を振ったりするのも一苦労でしたが、自然と笑みになったり、意外に余裕がありました。
呼吸はインストラクターの指導通りに、うっすら口をあけてすれば問題ないと思います。

あっという間にパラシュートが開き、速度が落ちてからはハワイの景色もゆっくり楽しめて、本当に鳥になった気がしました。
途中インストラクターがベルトを緩めてくれますが、前もって聞いていなかったので少し不安になりましたが、とにかく楽しさの方が勝りました。

テレビなどでスカイダイビングの映像を観て、死ぬまでには一度経験してみたいなぁと思っていましたが、こんなにも簡単で、楽しいことだとは思っていませんでした！
悩んでいる方は是非経験してみてください。
「スカイダイビングやっても人生変わらなかったよ。」と既に経験済みの先輩に言われましたが、私は経験して人生が変わったと思います＾＾
変な自信もつきました(笑)

お昼前にはホテルに送ってもらったので、午後もたっぷり時間があると思います。
またハワイに行ったらスカイダイビングしようっ！と思います。
本当におすすめします！

Skydiving was my first experience, and it was amazing!! I was able to do it without any anxiety because I was with an instructor! I felt a little nervous while waiting for my turn to jump, but once I was out, that feeling disappeared! It was a valuable experience to see the mountains and the beautiful ocean of Hawaii from the sky!

スカイダイビングは初体験でしまが、すごくよかったです！！インストラクターの方と一緒なので不安もなく出来ました！飛び出す順番を待っている時は少しドキドキしましたが、出てしまうとそれも無くなりました！空から山やハワイの綺麗な海が見れて貴重な体験になりました！

Two young women in our tour group mistakenly miscalculated the meeting time, causing us to wait for about 30 minutes. The tour driver, in front of the other passengers, forcefully and aggressively said, "Apologize!!" which instantly darkened the mood. It really dampened the travel spirit we had.

Whether this was due to a lack of prior explanation or unclear communication with the two women (only verbal), I believe there is some fault on the part of the tour company regarding the itinerary. Shifting all the responsibility onto us does not absolve them of their own accountability. I hope there will be no further troubles in the future.

ツアー同行者で若い２名の女性が途中の集合時間を間違えて、30分程度待たしてしてしまった、ツアーのドラバーがほかの同乗者もいる面前で「誤ってください！！」と強く強圧的な言い方でその場が一瞬で気分的にも暗くなってしまい、せっかくの旅行気分に水を差されました。
事前の説明不足によるものか、２名とのやり取りが不明（口頭のみ）ですが、ツアーの工程については業者側にも落ち度があるのではないでしょうか、一方的な責任のん押しつけでは責任回避を免れません。今後のトラブルの無いことをお祈りしています。

I took a friend from Japan to Mr. Bill's
He had a great time and wants to come back next trip to learn how to fly!

Helpful driver(young man but forgot name..sorry). Mosquito repellent and walking stick. Thought about taking bus, but the last stop is a bit of a distance from trailhead. This shuttle expedites the process. Picked up and dropped off at Waikiki hotel. If you have limited time on the island I would definitely recommend this tour. The hike itself is not overly demanding in dry conditions. Wife and I are in 50's and in so-so condition. I thought this was easier than Diamond Head hike, which wasn't difficult either. Probably an entirely different story if wet and rainy. Get off the beach and experience another aspect of the island. Enjoyed it.

Mike was brilliant, guiding us safely down the mountain on the bikes and then staying in the cool ocean until all of us were out of the water and finished snorkelling. Would happily recommend this activty to family and friends. Next time we will also do the hike.

Mike, our tour guide was very informative and made the trip exciting for us.

My husband and I did not finish all three activities due to too much sun exposure. It was exhausting. We did not go snorkeling, however, the hike was interesting (I'm not an outdoorsy person) and the downhill bike was the our personal favorite. Next time, we will do it again, but I can go without the hike.

This whole place is incredible. My husband and I did the Jungle tour and Zipline and loved every minute of it. The tour guides were extremely wonderful and made the experience that much better. The views while zipling were awesome! Next time I want to do the secret beach. I must go if you are in Hawaii.

The ride and our guide were bith absolutely amazing. My 15 year son thought this was the best day of our vacation.

Pros: The guides were great. Especially the Hawaiian (?) lady. The zip lines were fun and I like how they had a story for each line. They were better than any of the other ones I been on. The cons: The hiking up hills with the heavy equipment. Not sure if that was in the description. They should warn us beforehand other than that I had a great time.

There are a lot of good-looking guys, even from a man's perspective. The local divers jump multiple times a day, so they handle the tasks easily (laughs). After being called, I watched a DVD for about 30 minutes, then met up with the tandem instructor, and in just about 10 minutes, we were ready to go (laughs). It was super quick! It felt like we were suddenly at 10,000 feet, which is about 4,000 meters in Japan, and we flew up in no time (laughs). But the view was amazing—the weather was great too! The tandem instructor was incredibly skilled, and the cameraman did some wild and dangerous things with ease (laughs). I definitely want to jump again! It's different from roller coasters or bungee jumping; since it's so high that you can't see the ground, you're just stepping out of the Cessna.

男から見てもイケメンだらけ
現地のダイバーは１日何回も飛ぶ為、簡単に作業していく(笑)
呼ばれてから30分ぐらいDVDみたら、タンデムの先生と合流したら、ものの10分ぐらいでレッツゴー(笑)
めっちゃ早い！そりゃーなるよーになれーみたいや(笑)いっきに10000フィート、日本で言う4000mかな？あっという間に飛んでいく(笑)
でも眺めは最高ー天気もよかってー！
タンデムの先生もうますぎやし、カメラマンとかワイルドすぎぐらい危険な事を余裕でやるし(笑)
また飛びたいって思いますよ！
ジェットコースターやバンジージャンプとは違うんで、高すぎて下見えない分、セスナから出ていくってだけですよ

The 2 hour ride was great, the guide was very informative and took pictures.

The guide was not very informative, did not say much the whole time of the ride.

The driver was Japanese and the explanations were easy to understand in Japanese. Skydiving itself was reasonably priced, but you need to tip the driver $4, the instructor $20, and the photographer (if you sign up) $20, so I recommend bringing extra cash. Skydiving was incredibly fun, and I would like to use this service again next time.

ドライバーは日本人で説明も日本語で分かりやすかったです。
スカイダイビング自体はお手頃でしたがドライバー＄4、インストラクター＄20、カメラマン(申込んだ場合)＄20とチップが必要なので現金も余分に持参することをおすすめします。スカイダイビングは最高に楽しかったので次回も利用したいです。

My husband, parents and I really enjoyed the sunset dinner ride. The only thing I wish we could have done was gallop or even cantor a bit. If you are a new rider or inexperienced, this is perfect for you. The views were breathtaking and the guide was great. The food was decent, however when we got done we realized we didn't get the corn on the cob or the pie that was advertised in the add. What we did get was steak, shrimp, rice, macaroni salad, fresh fruit and we made smores over the fire. The best was the fruit and the smores. Overall it was really fun and a great experience.

When I came to Hawaii, I wanted to go horseback riding in nature, so I took a local bus for 1 hour and 30 minutes from Waikiki to Kualoa Ranch. First, I enjoyed a delicious burger that was highly recommended, and then I got on a big horse and started riding. There were six of us participating, but only one female instructor was assigned... Is this normal?? I was a bit anxious, wondering if she could handle everything alone if something happened, while I was riding.

Since I was a beginner, I took the one-hour course, but we just rode along a path surrounded by trees and that was it... Wait, where was the location of Jurassic Park?? Was there a two-hour course to go there?? I felt somewhat unsatisfied, but the female instructor spoke Japanese, I was able to ride safely, and the burger was delicious, so I had a decent time, giving it three stars.

However, I'm not sure if it was worth the three-hour round trip... It might be recommended for those who are just stopping by with a rental car.

ハワイに来たら大自然の中で乗馬をしたかったので、ワイキキからローカルバスに１時間３０分乗ってクアロア牧場へ。
まずはおいしいと評判のバーガーをガッツリいただいてから、大きなお馬さんにまたがりカポカポ。
６名で参加しましたが、インストラクターの女性1人しかつかず・・・
こんなもんですか？？
何かあったとき1人で対応できるのかな？？と不安に思いつつカポカポ。
初心者だったので1時間コースでしたが、木が生い茂ったあぜ道をひたすらカポカポして終わり・・・
あれ？？ジェラシックパークの場所は？？
そこに行くには2時間コースだったのでしょうか？？
なんだか不完全燃焼でしたが、インストラクターの女性は日本語話してくれてたし、無事乗馬もできたし、バーガー美味しかったし、それなりに楽しかったので★3つです。

ただ、往復３時間かけて来る場所だったかは微妙・・・
レンタカーでちょっと寄ってみるか、という人にはお勧めかもしれませんが。

I was nervous since it was my first time, but the staff were all so interesting and I had a great time! The view from above was also breathtaking and unforgettable. I definitely want to do it again when I come back to Hawaii!

初めてでドキドキでしたが、面白いスタッフばかりでとても楽しめました！
上空から見る景色も感動的で忘れられないです。
またハワイに来たら絶対したいです！

In January, it was too cold for adults to swim in the ocean or pool, so I joined a hiking tour.

As we progressed, the guide explained about the plants and animals in the tropical rainforest, and we ended up seeing a waterfall. I had thought Hawaii was just about the beaches, but it was great to walk through such a tropical rainforest at a distance and difficulty level that even preschoolers could manage.

I highly recommend this tour for those who are tired of the beaches in Hawaii. It might be especially good for families with children, as it's also beneficial for their English education.

１月で海やプールに入るのに
大人には寒く、
することがなかったので
ハイキングに参加しました。

熱帯雨林の植物や動物のことを
ガイドが説明してくれながら
進み、最後は滝を見れました。
ハワイはただのビーチだけと思っていたのですが
このような熱帯雨林を
幼稚園児でも歩けるぐらいの距離と難易度で歩け
とてもよかったです。
ハワイのビーチに飽きた人には
是非おすすめのツアーです。
特に、子連れにはいいかもしれませんね。
お子様の英語の教育にもいいですし。

It was amazing. I'm really glad I got to have this experience. The guide was incredibly entertaining. My wife was with me and she was very happy as well. This was my first time having such an experience; I initially hesitated, but I'm glad I did it. I want to recommend this to others and give more people the chance to have such an experience. Thank you very much.

最高でした。こんな体験させて頂いて本当良かった。案内してくれたおっちゃんが最高面白くしてくれた。
奥さんも一緒だったがすごく喜んでくれた。こんな体験初めて私は初め拒んでいたけどやって良かった。他の人にも勧めたいもっと他の人にもこんな体験させてあげたい。
ありがとうございました。

We spent Christmas in Hawaii and went on this excursion and absolutely loved it!!! The crew was fabulous and we would do this excursion again!!! Such a unique experience and the views were out of this world!!! Highly highly reccommend!!!

I have wanted to go skydiving for a long time. The scenery in Hawaii is so beautiful, and diving into it was incredibly exciting!! The staff were all fun and reliable. I want to do it again! Next time, I want to have photos taken while diving.

前々からスカイダイビングをしたいと思っていました。ハワイの景色はとてもキレイで、その中に飛び込んでダイブするのはとてもエキサイティングでした！！
スタッフの方も、面白くて頼もしい方たちばかりです。また飛びたい！
今度はダイブしてる写真も撮ってもらいたいです。

Since I attend a riding club, I found the horseback riding a bit lacking in terms of riding experience. Instead of riding along the beach, we rode steadily along the coastline. I thought 40 minutes would be short, but it actually turned out to be nearly an hour of enjoyment. The scenery was lovely and very much like Hawaii, making it a great experience.

I also got to enjoy the garlic shrimp from Macky's, which is difficult to reach on your own, and I was able to try Matsumoto Shave Ice! Shopping at the cute shops in Haleiwa was also fun, so this tour was quite fulfilling.

Moreover, I got to see a sea turtle!!! And I must say, the guide was quite a character (laughs). At first, I was a bit confused, but he created a fun atmosphere and was very knowledgeable about Hawaii. The vibe in the car during the transfers was friendly and cheerful. Since the travel time was long, the atmosphere was important. Looking back, I feel lucky to have had him as our guide.

This is a highly recommended tour where you can enjoy about half of what Hawaii has to offer! Thank you!

乗馬クラブに通ってるので、乗馬という意味では物足りないです。浜辺ではなく、海岸沿いをひたすら常足での騎乗でした。４０分は短いかなと思ってましたが、実際は１時間近かく楽しめました。景色がハワイらしく素敵なのでいい体験になります。
自力で行くことが難しいマッキーズのガーリックシュリンプもいただくことが出来ましたし、マツモトシェイブアイスもトライ出来ました!(^^)!ハレイワの可愛いショップでショッピングも楽しめるので、このツアーはかなり充実しています。
それにウミガメにも逢えました！！！
そして何といっても、ガイドさんがけっこう強烈な方で（笑）最初は？？？と思いましたが、楽しい雰囲気を作って下さるハワイを熟知した方で、移動中の車内は和気あいあいとしていてました。移動時間が長いので、空気感も大事ですね。終わってみればこの方でラッキーだったと思いました。
こちらでハワイの半分位は楽しめちゃったお勧めのツアーです(^_-)-☆
ありがとうございます♪