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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

乗馬は６人１組で体験するので、
予約がすぐに埋まってしまうのも頷けました！

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

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

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

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

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

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

I used this for my honeymoon.
I experienced piloting with my wife. The duration was 1 hour for 2 people.
The price was higher compared to other activities, but we were able to create memories worth more than the cost.
I was satisfied with the service. They made an effort to accommodate our requests as much as possible and gave the impression of being sincere in their responses.
The course took us around Oahu for 2 hours, introducing famous tourist spots like the sea and mountains along the way.
I definitely recommend this tour.

ハネムーンで利用しました。
妻と一緒に体験操縦をしました。時間は1時間×2人です。
料金は他のアクティビティと比べ割高でしたが、料金以上の思い出を作ることが出来ました。
サービスは満足した内容です。こちらの要望を可能な限り叶えてくれますし、誠実な対応を心掛けてる印象でした。
コースはオワフ島を2時間かけて一周しました。海、山などの有名な観光スポットを紹介しながら回ってくれました。
是非オススメしたいツアーです。

We were torn between the four-wheeler and the e-bike experience, but since it was just the two of us, we chose the e-bike. As a couple in our fifties, we were concerned about our stamina, but the e-assist was quite powerful (with three levels), so that was not an issue. However, please note that those under 150 cm may have difficulty reaching the ground.

四輪バギーと迷いましたが夫婦2人での参加でしたので、eバイクの体験にしました。
アラフィフ夫婦の為、体力の心配がありましたがeアシストの力がかなり強く（3段階）その点は問題ありませんでした。
ただ、150ｃｍ以下の方は足がつかない可能性がありますのでその点はご注意ください。

I had a comfortable flight while being explained about the attractions on the East Coast, including Diamond Head. The shuttle staff and flight instructors were all very kind, and they took many photos, creating the best memories of my time in Hawaii. Since this is a popular tour, I recommend making a reservation early if you have a preferred date and time.

ダイヤモンドヘッドをはじめとする東海岸の名所を説明してもらいながら快適なフライトができました。
送迎スタッフ・フライトインストラクター皆さま親切で、写真もたくさん撮って頂き、ハワイでの最高の思い出となりました。
人気のツアーなので希望の日時がある場合は早めの予約をおすすめします。

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

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

The SHARP mask was a great help. I was able to avoid inhaling the thick dust.

Goggles were essential. I'm glad I didn't forget to borrow them.

They didn't check the seatbelt safety at all, so when I was in trouble, I had to wave my hand to get their attention and have them check it as needed.

I didn't have time to ask how to adjust the seatbelt, so I could only barely reach the accelerator with my toes, but it was good that I could accelerate just by pressing it a little. I realized that from a certain point on, I didn't need to grip the steering wheel tightly; light handling was sufficient.

I watched a Japanese video, but it was explained by a man who is not a native Japanese speaker, and his intonation was strange and hard to understand. If you're going to make a Japanese video, it should be explained by a Japanese expert or a native speaker.

The female staff member was kind. I had a lot of fun.

SHARPのマスクが大活躍しました。
濃いめの砂ぼこりを吸い込まずに済みました。

ゴーグルは必須でした。借り忘れなくてよかった。

シートベルトの安全確認等は全くしてくれないので、
困った時は手を振って来てもらって、随時確認してもらう必要があった。

シートベルトの調節方法を聞く時間がなく、かろうじて届くくらいのアクセルをつま先で踏む程度だったが、少し踏むだけで加速させられたのでよかった。途中からハンドルはそんなに握りしめなくても、軽い操作で良いことに気がついた。

日本語のビデオを見たが、日本語母語話者でない男性が説明していて、その人の日本語のイントネーションが変で聞きづらかった。日本語のビデオを作るなら、日本語超級者か日本語母語話者が日本語で説明しているビデオにすべき。

女性の係の人が親切でした。すごく楽しかった。

The pickup time was accurate, and they kindly waited for a Chinese person who was a bit late. The pre-flight training was easy to understand, which made me feel reassured. Most of the attendees were flying in shorts and T-shirts. One Chinese woman came in a mini skirt and dove just like that, while a Black woman from LA was about to jump in a tank top but was made to wear a rash guard. The dive from 4,000 meters was so exhilarating that I ended up going to GoJump two days in a row! \(mmm)/

ピックアップの時間も正確で、少し遅れた中国人を待ってくれたり、かなり親切。飛行前のトレーニングも分かり易く、安心出来ました。殆どの来場客は短パンTシャツで飛んでました。中国人の女性の一人は、ミニスカートで来て、そのままダイブ、LAから来ていた黒人女性は、タンクトップで飛ぼうとしてましたが、さすがにラッシュガードを着せられていました。4000メートルからのダイブは気持ち良すぎて、2日連続でGoJumpしてしまいました ！\(mmm)/

This was my first time using this service. Thanks to the smart horses, I have wonderful memories of my trip to Hawaii! I enjoyed the beautiful sea and mountains of the North Shore from the back of a horse, which was even higher than I expected, in a relaxed and leisurely manner. It was the best! Thank you!

I was able to take photos with my phone while riding, and I felt reassured that there was no pressure to buy anything after the tour. At the photo point with the ocean in the background, the staff took pictures for us with our phones.

A friend of mine who has riding experience felt that just walking was a bit lacking, but I prioritized safety and had plenty of fun. All the instructions were in English, but I was able to understand most of it through gestures. For any unclear points, I confirmed with hand signals.

I don't know if it's just the relaxed atmosphere of Hawaii or if Japanese people are particularly punctual, but when I arrived with plenty of time to spare, I ended up waiting quite a while past the meeting time. Another group arrived before us, but we ended up riding first (maybe due to reservations?), which was quite frustrating.

今回初めて利用させていただきました。
賢いお馬さんのおかげで、Hawaii旅行の良い思い出となりました！
ノースショアのきれいな海と山を思った以上に高いお馬さんの背中の上から、ゆっくりのんびり堪能しました。最高でした！ありがとうございました！

乗馬しながら携帯で写真を撮ることができ、ツアー後に売りつけられることもなく安心です。海をバックにしたポイントでは、スタッフさんが私たちの携帯で写真を撮ってくれます。

乗馬経験のある友人は、歩くだけでは少し物足りなかったようですが、私は安全第一、十分楽しめました。説明はすべて英語ででしたが、だいたい動作で理解できました。不明な点は、身振り手振りで再確認しました。
ハワイ全体がのんびりなのか、日本人が律儀なのか、集合時間に余裕をもって行ったところ、集合時間を過ぎてもだいぶ待たされました。違うグループは私たちより先に到着していたのに乗馬は私たちが先で（予約の関係？）結構イライラされていました。

Long sleeves are a must!! And a mask too...!!
I was laughing so hard with my nose covered in dust.
Driving a four-wheeler without an international license felt like a scene from a movie with six vehicles lined up.
The guide was kind and pleasant.
At Kualoa Ranch, it was okay to add activities based on the time we had, but the popular zip line sells out quickly.

長袖必須！！マスクも・・・！！
砂埃で鼻の下真っ黒で大笑いでした。
国際免許なしで4輪バギーの運転。6台連なり映画のワンシーンのようでした。
ガイドさんも優しくて感じよかったです。
クアロア牧場での滞在時間を見てアクティビティを追加もOKでしたが、人気のジップラインはsold outが早いです。

The morning pickup location was in front of the Twin Fin Hotel, so I walked from my accommodation. A large bus labeled "Kualoa Ranch" arrived, and most of the participants were from overseas. Once we arrived, there was a tour guide for Japanese participants, which was great. The buggy experience was guided entirely in English, so I couldn't understand what was being said, but I felt reassured because I could watch instructional videos in Japanese. The accelerator is quite heavy, so you need to press it firmly to move forward. I am 148 cm tall, and unfortunately, the seatbelt was tight, and I couldn't reach the pedals to drive, which was disappointing, but overall it was a very enjoyable tour. I had prepared myself after reading other people's reviews, but I was surprised at how dirty we got. I recommend that women bring cleansing wipes and moisturizing cream! Also, it was very cold on the bus ride there.

朝のピックアップ場所はツインフィンホテルの前だったので、宿泊先から歩いて行きました。
大きなバスでクアロアランチとかかれた送迎車がきて、ほとんどが海外の参加者でした。
現地についてから、日本人参加者には、園内案内。日本語のガイドさんがいてくださったので良かったです。バギー体験は全て英語のガイドなので、何を言ってるかわかりませんでしたが、操作については日本語動画を見れるので安心できます。アクセルの踏み込みが重たいので、思い切り踏まないと進まないです。私は身長が148センチなのですが、シートベルとがかたく、足が届かず運転できなかったのが残念でしたが、総じてとっても楽しいツアーでした。他の方の口コミを見て覚悟はしてましたが、びっくりするくらい汚れます。女性は、クレンジングシートと保湿クリームを所持されることをおすすめします！あとは、行きのバスの中ぎとても寒かったです。

Great day buzzing through the forests on the ranch! Lots of dirt!

We had the most amazing experience!! We brought our daughter to Hawaii for her high school graduation and she loved this tour. We had the best tour guides ever!! And we would do it over and over again if we lived here. Just make sure you bring comfy clothes, comfy shoes you really don’t mind getting wet/dirty, and females you will get your face super dirty and wet…so make sure you at least bring a little extra face wash/sunscreen.
Thank you very much and Mahalo from Los Angeles California.

It was beautiful to get to see the land and our tour guide was amazing and sweet

This time, I went for a Cessna experience. First of all, Shige, who came to pick me up, was very easy to talk to. From the start, I could feel that they have great staff here.

When I arrived, I entered a beautiful store and was greeted by a team of lovely staff members, who guided me to a sofa. After sitting down, a Japanese man with a darker complexion, who was not as beautiful as the staff, came to explain things. He provided a clear explanation of the Cessna in Japanese, and you could sense his desire to make jokes, as he was from the Kansai region.

After the explanation, once I gathered my thoughts, I boarded and headed to the runway. The instructor sat next to me and taught me patiently. After a certain point, he let me take over, and that’s when the Cessna piloting experience started. I was able to fly for about 30 minutes. I recommend doing some stretches before boarding, as I got tense and my body stiffened.

They also took photos from the side during the flight and sent them to me via AirDrop afterward. Since I was visiting for my honeymoon, they surprised me with a special gesture on the sofa after the experience, which I really appreciated.

The man who explained things to me at first was actually the owner! However, his business card listed him as a cleaner and mechanic, and it seems the real owner is his kind wife. She was also very easy to talk to, so I definitely recommend this Cessna experience.

今回はセスナの体験に行きました〜
まず、お迎えに来てくださったしげさんがとても話しやすい。ここからすでにいいスタッフさんが揃っているんだなと感じれます♪
着いたら、綺麗な店内に入り、美人揃いのスタッフにお出迎えをされ、ソファーに案内されます。
座ったら、美人とは反対の色黒の日本人男性が説明に来てくれるのですが、日本語でセスナの説明などをしてくれてわかりやすいですが、関西出身の方でボケたい願望が滲み出ている感じです笑
説明後、気持ちの整理が着いたら搭乗し滑走路へ。
隣に先生がついて、丁寧に教えてくれます。
ある程度いけばらこちらに交代してくれるので、そこからセスナ操縦の体験スタートです。約30分程度させてもらえます。緊張して体が固くなるのでストレッチしてから搭乗をオススメします笑
撮影なども横からしてくれますし、終わったあとはAir dropで写真をくれます。
体験後のソファーでも新婚旅行での訪問でしたので、サプライズ演出をしてくださりありがたかったです。
最初に説明してくれた黒い男性は実はオーナーさんでした笑
ただ名刺には掃除係兼整備士など、裏のオーナーは優しい奥様みたいです笑
奥様もとても話しやすい方なので、セスナの体験はぜひこちらをおすすめしたいと思います。

At first, I thought the price was high, but my first horseback riding experience was very enjoyable. Sota from Veltra and the horseback riding staff provided thorough explanations, and I believe the value exceeded the cost. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

最初は金額が高くて、どうかな？と思いましたが、
初めての乗馬でとても楽しく、ベルトラのそうたさんも乗馬スタッフの方々も丁寧に説明して頂き、
料金の値は超えてると思います。楽しい思い出をありがとうございました。

The scenery of this mountain is something you can't see in Japan. It's one of a kind! I highly recommend it. This time I was on a Raptor, but I think I prefer the single-rider buggy from last time.

この山の景色は、日本では見ることできません。
唯一無二！　お勧めだよ。
今回はラプターだったけど、どちらかと言うと前回の一人乗りのバギーが好みかな。

I was picked up on time and went from the Dole Plantation to the town of Haleiwa. After getting a brief explanation of the town, we split into groups, and I joined the beach horseback riding plan. Although the explanation was in English, the guide was very helpful, so there were no issues. The horseback riding lasted well over 70 minutes, and the beauty of the coastline was beyond words. On the way back to Haleiwa, we ordered lunch, the garlic shrimp combo, by phone to reduce wait time. I was also able to do some shopping at Patagonia!

時間どおりにお迎えに来てもらってドールプランテーションからハレイワの町へ
ひととおり町を説明してもらった後　散策組と分かれて海辺乗馬プランに。
英語の説明だけどガイドさんがちゃんと教えてくれて問題無し。
70分をゆうに上回る乗馬　海岸の綺麗さは言うまでも有りません。
終わってハレイワに戻る間にランチ　ガーリックシュリンプコンボを電話注文してくれて待ち時間短縮。
patagoniaでお買い物も出来ました！

This was my third trip to Hawaii, and I finally got to experience horseback riding, which I had been looking forward to. During the transfer, the driver shared various interesting information while driving, and I enjoyed listening while taking in the scenery. I was quite anxious about whether I would be okay with horseback riding and the horses, but they were very well-behaved. At first, I didn't have the luxury to enjoy the views, but once I got used to it, I was able to see the beautiful ocean and take videos. It was an option that left me very satisfied. I definitely want everyone to experience this!

ハワイ旅行3回目にしてやっと念願の乗馬体験ができました。
送迎中も色々な情報を運転しながら話してくださったりしてとても興味深く景色を見ながら聞いていました。
乗馬もお馬さんも大丈夫なのかとても不安でしたが、とてもお利口さんでした。
景色も始めは見る余裕もありませんでしたが、慣れてきたら綺麗な海をみたり、動画を撮ったり　大満足のオプションでした。
是非皆さんに体験してほしいです。

It was a fun tour to ride horses for two hours and walk through the magnificent nature of Kualoa. The shuttle bus to Kualoa Ranch was clean, making the journey very comfortable. If I had to mention something, the café was crowded that day, and while waiting in line for lunch, I almost ran out of time, so I thought it would have been better to bring a snack. If you're concerned about sunburn, it might be good to have a cover-up. Also, if the helmet strap smells, I think it's better to find a way to adjust how you wear it.

2時間馬に乗ってクアロアの壮大な自然を散歩する楽しいツアーでした。
クアロアランチまでの送迎のバスが綺麗だったので、移動はとても快適でした。
強いて言えば、この日はカフェが混んでいて行列に並んでランチを食べていたら時間がギリギリになってしまったので、軽食を持参すれば良かったと思いました。
日焼けが気になる方は羽織があると良いかもしれません。ヘルメットのベルトが臭い場合があるので、付け方を工夫した方が良いと思います。

What a fantastic couple of hours spent on this experience.
Greatly run and great guides.

I would highly recommend this tour and location.

Even if you have not seen the movies shot on the property the landscape alone is worth going for.

Our family had a great time! The kids (ages 12, 10, and 6) all loved it, we learned a lot about the history of the area, and we got some amazing photos. Would definitely recommend!

I was able to visit many scenic spots and tourist attractions, and it was a very satisfying flight, so I would like to try again.

景色や観光スポットをたくさんめぐることができました、大変満足の行くフライトでしたのでまた挑戦したいと思いました。

We have so many great memories from this ATV excursion. The staff was so great and helped us take so many great pictures. Thank you!!

Such an amazing experience!! We had Jensen, Ike and Kan’i, as our guides and they were sooooo much fun! They truly made the whole experience so much better than just zip lining, which of course was fun! Excellent course and also learned new things about the Hawaiian culture. I 100 % recommend this! It’s definitely a must! If you can request our guides, do it! Mr. July poses were my favorite!

Much love from papaya (fruity momma)

The whole experience was awesome. from checkin and, with the guided tour on the ATV . Very exciting and smooth.

Our family of 4 loved the variety of this tour! We have 2 older teenage boys (17 and 19) and our family loves to travel! The hike was a great way to start the trip! It was so beautiful going up and WOW, the view at the top is spectacular! The next stop was a food truck that had malasadas….don’t miss this! Yumm, my boys LOVED them! The rest of the tour was fantastic and the guide offered so much history detail and information! All the stops were great and we especially loved the north shore!

At Kualoa Ranch, there are many activities, and at my husband's request, we decided to go horseback riding. This was my husband's third time, while it was my first experience. Although I was nervous, I got to ride a horse and slowly lined up, swaying gently on the calm and smart horses. We enjoyed beautiful views of the mountains, movie filming locations, and the stunning contrast between the sky and the sea. Initially, I was very anxious, but in the end, I was extremely satisfied with choosing horseback riding and participating in this course. I still remember various scenes vividly. It's a place I would love to visit again if I have the chance! Thank you to the guides!

クアロアランチで沢山のアクティビティがある中、主人の希望で、乗馬をすることに。
主人は3度目、私は初体験、ドキドキしながらも馬に乗せてもらい、整列しながらゆっくりと、大人しく賢いお馬さんたちに揺られながら、山の中や映画のロケ地、空と海のコントラストが綺麗な景色など、堪能する事が出来ました。
最初はとても不安でしたが、結果、乗馬を選んで、
このコースに参加出来て大満足で、今でもいろんな光景が思い出されます。
機会があればまた訪れたい場所です♪
ガイドのお姉さんたち、有難うございました！

It was fun to drive on the open off-road surrounded by mountains, but sand gets into your mouth and ears, so it would be good to have a mask that covers your mouth and ears. There is a group self-introduction time before departure, and there are several stops along the way for explanations and quizzes. Since some level of communication in English is required, it can be a bit challenging for shy individuals.

山に囲まれたひらけたオフロードを走れるのは楽しかったですが、口の中や耳の中まで砂が入ってくるので、口元や耳を覆うマスクがあると良いです。
出発前のグループでの自己紹介タイムや、途中何度か下車して説明やクイズなどがあります。
そこそこ英語でのコミュニケーションを求められるため、人見知りにはハードル高いです。

Since it was the season, there were only English instructors, but there was no problem as we watched Japanese videos on how to drive in a Japanese group! Driving the Raptor on rough roads felt like an attraction and was fun, and the scenery was beautiful. There were stops at key points where we could get off and take photos, making it a very good experience! Since we drove on muddy roads and it might rain along the way, it's better to put any belongings you don't want to get dirty in a locker or in a bag!

時期的にも英語のインストラクターのみだったのですが、運転の仕方などは日本語の映像を日本人グループで見たので問題なしでした！
道が悪いところをラプターで走るのがアトラクション感があって楽しく、景色も綺麗、要所要所で止まって降りて写真撮影できる時間があるのでとても良い体験でした！泥道を走ったり、途中雨が降ったりすることもあるので、汚れたくない荷物はロッカーに入れるか袋に入れた方がいいです！