Reviewed by: Rebecca Fletcher
There were so many Pearl Harbor tours to choose from, I thought my head was going to explode just trying to decide. In the end, I was glad we chose this one. We had a lot of time on our own to explore Pearl Harbor and there were optional audio tours available for an additional fee, but we didn't do that. There was so much to take in and see as it was!
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| Posted on: | 2012/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great time, great guide, lots to see and a ton of information!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Blaze Daniels
This was our first Luau and we are confident in saying that it is quite possibly the best Luau you could attend. It was very authentic and Chief Seilu put on a great show from the dancing to music to his corky comedy. The activities before the Luau and the show itself are a perfect experience for anyone visiting Oahu.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
When I think of a canyon, I imagine cliffs, but it felt more like a stroll through the mountains. It was refreshing, and the joy of the foreign children added to the fun.
渓谷というと崖を想像しましたが山の中を散策する感じ
気持ちよかったです 外人の子供も楽しんでいて楽しいのが倍増
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Wendy and Jeff Vick
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour!! It exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Olav was amazing. His knowledge, enthusiasm, bearing, friendliness and esprit de corps was outstanding. The museum at the end of the tour was the cherry on top. We were so delighted and honored to have experienced this one of a kind museum. We just wanted to stay and hang out there with everyone. We met Glenn and Brittney too. Again, such a delightful family with a passion for history, hospitality and entertainment. We appreciate all that you have done and are grateful for our time with you! Thanks again! We will be back.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/25 |
Reviewed by: B&B
We were picked by Craig at the TAPA Tower on time. Craig was a very informative tour guide. Had a great way of introducing tour members to one another was they were picked up. The Pearl Harbor memorial was very thought provoking. Only down side was the limitations on bags. It is incompatible with the rest of the circle island tour since all cameras and accessories had to be stored for a fee. Otherwise great orientation tour for first timers.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Since it was my first time participating, I couldn't understand everything well, so I guess it can't be helped. I was under the impression that I could go horseback riding, so I was disappointed that I couldn't. The advertised horseback riding hike sounded appealing, but I didn't know how to express that, and I would have liked to know how to make the most of my time at Hailewa. The duration of the stay was too long for someone who doesn't ride horses.
初めての参加で良く理解できていなかったので仕方がないのですが、乗馬ができると思い込んでいたので乗馬をすることができず残念でした。うたい文句の乗馬ハイキングが選べるとありましたが、どのように伝えればよいのか判らずハイレワでの時間の使い方を教えて欲しかった。 乗馬をしない人にとってあまりにも長い滞在時間でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We really enjoyed this Luau. The entertainment and location were fantastic. The food was typical luau food, but what it lacked was made up for by the staff and the show. Would go again in a heartbeat.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Leigh
1 - A very informative and interesting event
2 - A fantastic location for the event, with mountains and the sea in the back-drop
3 - Talented dancers!
4 - A hilarious chief who makes the entire crowd get involved and excited
5 - Decent food for a buffet, some unique Hawaiian dishes. Nothing too fancy. It's not about the food, much more about the experience overall.
It was our first time in Hawaii and our first and only luau. We are happy we went and experienced it on the 2nd night of our vacation. It is worth it to have the luau experience and great fun!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The guide we had was excellent for the city tour, and the Pearl Harbour tour was very informative, moving, and a great experience.
Thank you
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Had a great time!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Children around the age of elementary school can ride alone! The horses are trained for riding at the hotel, so it may not be thrilling for those seeking excitement. There aren’t many tours that allow you to ride a horse while enjoying views of the ocean, so I recommend it for that reason as well. The horses walk in a line, and there’s hardly any running, so it may not satisfy those who want to gallop. At the end, you can hand over your camera to have photos taken. It's a memorable tour!
小学生年長くらいの子供であれば1人で乗れちゃいます!
ホテルで飼いならされた乗馬用の馬なので、スリルを望む人には物足りないです。
馬に乗って海を見ながらと言うツアーはあまりないので、そういった意味でもオススメです。
一列に並び馬が歩くのが基本で、ほぼ走ることはないので馬で走り去りたい人には物足りないです。
最後に自分のカメラを渡すと写真撮ってもらえます。
思い出になるツアーです!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/09 |
Reviewed by: ぶらいあん
I participated in a tour called "Activity Paradise Tour" in North Shore (Haleiwa), where we could choose from various activities like horseback riding and hiking.
We signed up as a group of 12, with 7 people opting for horseback riding, 3 for free time, and 2 for the pineapple train. However, by making a request in advance, we were all able to join the same bus.
Since we were a large group of 12, we had a private vehicle, and thanks to the guide's arrangements, we all got to ride the pineapple train unexpectedly, while those who chose free time were guided to the beach and other attractions, allowing for quite a bit of freedom in our activities.
Our guide was Japanese and provided various explanations about the plants and birds, making the ride lively with interesting stories, which made for a very enjoyable time.
We went horseback riding, and there were children aged 5, 9, 10, and 11 participating. Initially, I was a bit worried, but the horses were very smart and we had a lot of fun riding. Experiencing the wind and scenery as we rode through the valley seemed to leave a strong impression on the children, and it became their favorite memory from this trip.
Next time, I would like to try coastal walks and another horseback riding plan.
ノースショア(ハレイワ)観光 プラン(乗馬・ハイキング他)を選べる・アクティビティ天国ツアーに参加しました。
12人で申込み、7人が乗馬、3人がフリータイム、2人がパイナップル列車、で申し込みましたが、事前にお願いすることで、全員同じバスでの参加になりました。
12人の大人数であったためか、車1台貸切となり、案内いただいたガイドの方の計らいで、急遽全員パイナップル列車に乗ってみたり、フリータイムメンバにはビーチや観光に案内いただいたりと、かなり自由行動をさせていただきました。
ガイドの方は日本人の方で、草木や鳥に至るまでいろいろ説明いただき、面白い話で車内盛り上がったりと、大変楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
我々は乗馬をしましたが、5歳/9歳/10歳11歳の子供が参加しており、当初は少し不安でしたが、馬が大変利口で楽しく乗馬ができました。渓谷を抜ける風や風景を見たり肌で楽しみなが大きな馬に乗って、子供たちにとってはすごくインパクトがあったようで、今回の旅行での一番の思い出になったようです。
今度は海岸散策や別の乗馬プランも試してみたいと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/09 |
Reviewed by: David & Carol NZ
Having taken the Grand Circle Tour on a previous holiday we decided to do it again. Keow our driver and guide made the second time so enjoyable. His vast knowledge and information along with his friendly personality made it a day to remember.
Giving us photo taking stops along the way and interspersing his commentary with his own humour kept us well amused
It was a long day so maybe not so suitable for famililes with young children but for all other ages well worth considering as it gave the opportunity to see many areas that we would have otherwise missed , the beautiful beaches, magnificent views and interesting places. These along with our very special guide definitely made this a day we will always remember.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It good. However, we didn't really hear the history of the diamond head. Unless we just have to read the posters. The guy at the gate was screaming at everyone bec they have to pay for the entrance fee. If I didn't tell him i got the package deal from this webstie he would have double charged me. They need to come-up with another system collecting entrance fees.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Remar
Great show. Started out slow at first but the small audience made it a really personal experience
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Rick & Sherry
The tour was a wonderful experience. Our tour guide "Duke" was awesome!! Highly recommend this tour.
Aloha Rick and Sherry,
Thanks for the positive feedback. Duke enjoys his work and it's nice to know others do too!
Hope to see you again on your next trip to Hawaii!
Aloha,
Janet Tomlinson
Home of the Brave Tours
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Tarryn Wingfield
Thank you to Jeannie, Amani and the rest of the team for a truly unforgettable experience. We had always wanted to try segways, and what a way to do!
The instruction was excellent, the guiding great and overall customer service and care was really 5-star.
Definitely something we would do again.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Aimee
We got picked up by 6am by cousin Hana. When we reached Pearl Harbor, we were informed that you are not allowed to bring ANY bags past the entrance. You are allowed to bring wallet, camera and bottled water. You can store your bag for $3. We got about an hour to explore the museums and take pictures before we were admitted to the theater to watch a 23 minute video. From there, we were taken on a boat to go to the memorial. You get about 20 minutes at the memorial before heading back. Then you get another 20 minutes before it's time to go back on the bus. Side note: They do have a snack shop. Luckily, Hana was nice enough to let everyone bring back food on the bus.
It was 9:40am and time to explore the island. I loved every minute of it. Hana was very informative along the way and had a great sense of humor. We stopped for lunch at about 1pm. We made our way up to the north shore, back down the windward side and ending at Diamond Head before dropping everyone off at Waikiki. We made
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/03 |
Reviewed by: れなまま
I went horseback riding at Turtle Bay. The guide's explanations on the way to Haleiwa were very interesting, with local insights that made the journey feel shorter. Before we started riding, I got to touch a pony, but unfortunately, I was lightly (?) bitten by the affectionate pony, and even after 4-5 days, the bruise is still painful, which is disappointing. I really appreciated that they asked for our preference on whether to have lunch early or late. The main horseback riding experience was enjoyable while overlooking the ocean.
タートルベイの乗馬に行きました。
ハレイワに向かうガイドの方の途中の説明は、現地の方ならではのお話もあってとても興味深く聞き、到着まで早く感じました。
乗馬開始前にポニーに触れさせてもらったのですが、甘えん坊のポニーに軽く(?)噛まれて、4~5日経った今も痣になって痛いのが残念です。
昼食の時間は、早めにするか遅めにするかのリクエストを聞いていただいて大変助かりました。
メインの乗馬も海を見ながら楽しめました。
Thank you for participating in the choose-your-activity beach horseback riding. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time and the horseback riding experience on the North Shore. However, we are sorry to hear about the incident with the horse (pony) on that day and are concerned about your well-being. Is the bruise gone now? We hope that the area where you were bitten is healing well from Hawaii. We look forward to your next visit.
この度は選べるアクティビティ、海辺乗馬にご参加いただきありがとうございます。
ノースショアでの時間、乗馬体験をお楽しみいただき嬉しく思っております。しかし、当日は馬(ポニー)とのアクシデントがあったとのこと残念に思い、心配いたしております。現在は痣は消えておりますでしょうか?噛まれてしまった箇所が回復していることをハワイより願っております。またのお越しをお待ちいたしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was a very enjoyable tour. Since it was just my first-grade daughter and me traveling together, we opted for taxi transportation instead of renting a car for sightseeing. My daughter, who loves horses, has been riding since she was three, but being a flag bearer for 90 minutes on her own was a new experience! This is a tour that you can't have in Japan. On top of that, we were able to visit sightseeing spots, and both mother and child had a great time! My daughter seemed happy to gain some confidence as well. I highly recommend this tour! Next time, I want to go horseback riding by the seaside!
とっても満喫できるツアーでした。一年生の娘と2人旅行ということもあり、個人で遠出&観光できるレンタカーではなくタクシー移動。お馬さんが大好きな娘は引き馬の経験は3歳から、でも乗馬という一人で90分も旗手になるなんて!日本では経験の出来ないツアー。その上、観光名所も押さえて下さり母子ともに満喫出来ました!娘も何か自信を持つことが出来たように嬉しそうでした。お勧めのツアーです!次回は海辺を乗馬したいです!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Dianna
I chose to go to the Waimea Falls and Botanical Garden and on the Kayak ride...also got to lay around on Waimea Beach and jump off the rock! I had a total blast. The driver/guide was knowledgable and friendly and made sure we all had a great time. I would recommend this to anyone.
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/31 |
Reviewed by: たけたけ
We participated in a 90-minute canyon horseback riding tour (morning departure) as a family of three.
My wife and daughter (4th grade) who usually attend a riding club were captivated by the outdoor riding and scenery that they don't usually experience, and even as a first-timer, I felt safe participating. I think this horseback riding experience can be enjoyed by both seasoned riders and beginners.
One point to note is that there are some ups and downs along the way, and the vibrations can be quite noticeable, so those with back pain should be cautious (I was battling back pain partway through). Also, there are no drinks available at the ranch, so it's better to buy some in advance.
The absolute worst part was that the air conditioning on the tour bus was broken. We were crammed into the bus with a large group (our family was in the very back seat), and it was suffocating and extremely hot... I couldn't help but wonder why we had to endure such discomfort after paying for this. It's absolutely unacceptable for a bus in Hawaii to have no air conditioning.
I will never use this tour company again, but the canyon horseback riding was fantastic, so I would like to use a different tour company for horseback riding in the future.
渓谷乗馬90分(午前出発)に家族3人で参加しました。
乗馬クラブに通っている妻と娘(小4)も普段味わえない外乗や景色に魅了され楽しむことができ、初経験の私でも安心して参加することができ、乗馬に慣れた人でも初心者でも楽しめる乗馬だと思います。
注意点としては、途中アップダウンがあり振動が結構伝わるので、腰痛持ちの人は気をつけた方がいいと思います(私は途中から腰痛との闘いでした)。あと、ドリンクは牧場にはありませんので、事前に買っておいた方がいいです。
超最悪だったのは、ツアーバスのエアコンが壊れてたこと。
大人数でバスに詰められ(我が家は一番後ろの席だったのですが)息苦しく、暑くて暑くて…。。お金を払って何でこんな思いをしなければならないのだろう??と。
ハワイのバスでエアコンが効かないなんて…絶対ありえないです。
ここのツアー会社は二度と利用しませんが、渓谷乗馬は最高でしたので別のツアー会社で乗馬は利用したいと思います。
Thank you for enjoying the North Shore and valley horseback riding experience with our tour. We are delighted to hear that your children also had a great time. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the vehicle during your transfer. We have checked and found no issues with the air conditioning. It is possible that the temperature was set too high or that the air vents were closed based on feedback from others. We apologize for the lack of confirmation and consideration from the driver. We will strive to improve our services based on your feedback to provide a better tour experience. We look forward to your next visit.
この度は弊社ツアーにてノースショア、渓谷乗馬体験をお楽しみいただきありがとうございます。お子様にもお楽しみいただけたとのこと嬉しく思います。さて、移動車ではお客様にご迷惑をお掛けしたとのこと申し訳ございませんでした。確認いたしましたが、冷房に故障は発見されませんでした。他の方々からのお申し出で温度が高く設定されていたか、空気の出口が閉じられていたことが考えられます。ドライバーからの確認や配慮が足らず申し訳ございませんでした。よりよいツアーとなるようお客様からのご意見をもとにサービスの改善に努めてまいります。またのご利用をお待ちいたしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/28 |
Reviewed by: うみぶた
Last year, I challenged myself to North Shore sightseeing and valley horseback riding with my grandchild again this year. Since it was my grandchild's strong wish, we couldn't miss the valley horseback riding when we went to Hawaii.
For sightseeing, we stopped by Moanalua Gardens (famous for "This is the tree, what kind of tree, a tree that piques your interest"), then visited Dole, Haleiwa, and saw turtles basking on the beach before the main event of valley horseback riding. I felt a pleasant fatigue in my body, and for lunch, we had garlic shrimp. It was a day filled with fulfilling activities.
My grandchild said that we absolutely can't miss this activity again next year. Riding alone on horseback, which is not something you can experience often, was enjoyable.
昨年に続き、今年もノースショアー観光と渓谷乗馬に孫とともにチャレンジしました、孫のたっての願だったのでハワイに行ったら渓谷乗馬ははずせません。
観光についてはモアナルアガーデン(この~木何の木、気になる木でおなじみ)立ち寄り、その後、ドール、ハレイワ、海岸で亀の甲羅干しを見て本番の渓谷乗馬、心地よい疲労感を体に感じ、昼食はガーリックシュリンプ、一日充実したアクティビティーが味わえました。
孫も、来年もまたこのアクティビティーは絶対はずせないとのこと、なかなか味わえない一人で乗る乗馬は楽しかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Shellyw
Our family really enjoyed the tour of Pearl Harbor and the Battleship Missouri. It was very informative and easy for our kids to follow along. Our tour guide, Frank, was the best! Very personable and helpful with any questions.
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
A very full day. The whole experience was great. The tour guide on the Missouri was fantastic and new so much. Really glad we did this all age groups would love it.
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/24 |
Reviewed by: やっさん
The pineapple soft serve from Dole Plantation, garlic shrimp from Haleiwa, and shave ice were all delicious, just as the guide recommended. The guide was very efficient, and they took photos for each group, making the entire tour very satisfying.
ドールプランテーションのパイナップルソフト、ハレイワのガーリックシュリンプとシェーブアイス。
どれもガイドさんがお奨めの通りいただいたが、とっても美味しかった。
ガイドさんの手際が良かったのと、ちゃんとグループ毎に写真も撮ってくれたりと、ツアー全体が大満足でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
As said in the title, this trip is definitely recommended to those who are first timer in Oahu Hawaii. The tour guide is great, he seems to know a lot about the history of Hawaii and the information of every sites we are going to. The value is not bad, especially if you don't know what to plan on one day, because the tour lasted long! And prepare to explore Arizona Memorial and extraordinary beaches and view!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The driver's military-themed chatter eventually became a lullaby. The driver was kind, and the staff for the canyon horseback riding were also friendly and cheerful. Both the sightseeing and horseback riding were satisfying experiences. However, the bus we traveled in was a clunker; the air conditioning was broken, and the speaker broke down midway, making me anxious that it might stop altogether. Since the windows wouldn't open, I was really at a loss with the broken air conditioning. Please fix it soon!
運転手のおじさんの軍ネタマシンガントークがそのうち子守唄になってきます。おじさんは親切だし、渓谷乗馬のお兄さん、お姉さんも親切で明るく、観光も乗馬も満足のいくものでしたが、移動のバスがポンコツで、エアコン壊れてるわ、途中でスピーカも壊れるわ、そのうち止まるのではとヒヤヒヤしました。窓が空かないので、エアコンが壊れてるのには正直参りました。早く直してくださいね。
Thank you for enjoying the North Shore and valley horseback riding experience with our tour. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the sightseeing and horseback riding.
We apologize for the inconvenience caused during the bus ride. Upon checking, no issues were found with the air conditioning. It is likely that the air outlet was closed, which may have caused the problem. However, we sincerely apologize for the lack of confirmation and consideration from the driver.
We will strive to improve our services based on your feedback to provide a better tour experience. We look forward to serving you again.
この度は弊社ツアーにてノースショア、渓谷乗馬体験をお楽しみいただきありがとうございます。
観光および乗馬はお楽しみいただけたとのこと、嬉しく思います。
移動のバスではご迷惑をおかけし、申し訳ございませんでした。
確認したところ、冷房に故障は発見されませんでした。
恐らく空気の出口が閉じられていたことが原因と考えられます。
しかしながらドライバーからの確認や配慮が足らず申し訳ございませんでした。
よりよいツアーとなるようお客様からのご意見をもとにサービスの改善に努めてまいります。
またのご利用をお待ちいたしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/19 |
Reviewed by: ケンケン
This trolley not only allows you to get around the city but also takes you to Diamond Head and Kahala Mall, and I use it every year without fail. You can use it for four days on any day during your stay, and the ability to extend the days you don't use it adds to the value. Many of the drivers are entertaining, so you won't get bored.
このトロリーは、市内の移動だけでなくダイヤモンドヘッド観光やカハラモールまでいく事が出来、毎年必ず使っています。
滞在中のどの日でも4日間分使用でき、中日に使用しない日は延長でき使う日に使用できるのもお得感があります。
運転手も面白い方が多く飽きさせません。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/15 |
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Aloha Wendy and Jeff,
Thanks for joining us on Home of the Brave Tours. We appreciate your positive and enthusiastic feedback. Also, thank you for sharing your photos. We hope that the next time you are in the islands we will see you again on Home of the Brave.
Aloha,
Janet Tomlinson
Home of the Brave Tours