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It was my first time on a boat. There were a few Japanese people, but I mostly conversed with foreigners. There were about 40 people on board. The captain and crew really got everyone excited, and even though we couldn't communicate perfectly, I had a great time. The drinks, including alcohol, were all-you-can-drink. The view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea, which you can't usually see, was breathtaking. The sea breeze was pleasant, and I didn't feel seasick at all. If I have the chance, I would love to go again and enjoy the breeze of Waikiki!

初乗船でした。日本人は数人いましたが、会話は外国の人とばかりしていました。乗船していたのは、40人位かな？船長と船員が盛り上げてくれて、言葉だ通じなくても非常に楽しめました。ドリンクはアルコール含めて飲み放題。普段は見れない海側からのワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドは圧巻の景色でした。海風も気持ちよく、船酔いも全くありませんでした。機会があればまた乗ってワイキキの風を楽しみたいと思いました！

The instructor provided thorough explanations and support in advance. Thanks to that, all participants were able to catch the waves! I wanted to experience more than just sightseeing in Hawaii on my second visit, so it truly became a wonderful memory.

インストラクターさんがしっかり事前説明、サポートしてくださいます。
そのおかげで参加者全員が波に乗れてました！2回目以降のハワイで観光よりも体験したかったので、本当に良い思い出になりました。

I was a bit worried when the pickup was delayed, but after waiting for about 20 minutes, I met up with the staff and felt relieved. After the pickup, I signed a waiver in the car, and as soon as we arrived at the location, we were guided to the boat, ready to set off into the waters of Waikiki. There were six groups on the boat (we were the only Japanese), and ten minutes later, the first group started parasailing! We were the last to go, and before sailing, the staff asked us, "Are you okay with getting wet?" to which we replied, "Okay!" What does "getting wet" mean? We enjoyed the stunning views at the highest point and began our descent, splashing into the water with a "splash!" Oh! So this is what "getting wet" means. The flight lasted about five minutes, and I thought, "I wish it could be a bit longer!" It was a very satisfying tour. It's something anyone can do, and it's definitely worth experiencing even if you're not in Hawaii.

ピックアップが遅れてちょっと心配しましたが、２０分程度待ってスタッフと合流しほっとしました。
ピックアップ後、車内で、誓約書にサインし、現地に着くと即、ボートに案内され、いざ！ワイキキの海に出発、ボートには６組（日本人は我々のみ）が乗船し、１０分後には、１組目がパラセーリングスタート！！
私たちは最後のスタートで、セーリング前にスタッフから『ビショ・ビショ　ＯＫ？』と聞かれ『ＯＫ！』、”ビショ・ビショ”って何だ？、最高地点で絶景を満喫し降下し始めて、海面に”ジャボン！”、あ！これが”ビショビショ”か
、およそ５分程度のフライトで、『もう少し長いといいな！』と思いつつ終了。非常に満足するツアーでした。誰にでもできて、ハワイでなくとも１度は体験する価値十分です。

It seems there were some comments about the meeting place being hard to find, so I checked in advance. The captain and staff were wonderful people. The view of Waikiki from the boat and the sunset were amazing. The drinks were just Mai Tais and soft drinks, but it became a great memory.

集合場所が分かりにくいと言うご意見もあったようでしたので、前もって確認しておきました。
キャプテンもスタッフもステキな方々でした。
船上から見るワイキキの景色と、サンセットが素晴らしかったです。
ドリンクはマイタイとソフトドリンクだけですが、良い思い出になりました。

Breathtaking views of Oahu, great crew on board, and delicious Mai Tai's flowing like water. Spacious boat where you will stay dry, or you can choose to sit in the netting up front and enjoy the "splash zone". All around perfect way to end the day!

Three adults participated.
The sunset was so beautiful that words cannot express it. I definitely want to join again next time.

大人3人で参加しました。
ことばでは言い表せないぐらいきれいなサンセットでした。次も是非とも参加したいと思います。

The parasailing at 120 meters above the sea was a wonderful experience. The view from above the ocean was amazing. There was almost no sound, just the pleasant sound of the wind. I was able to enjoy a comfortable time with Diamond Head in the background. The captain was a lot of fun, and he took many photos from the boat. Photos are available for purchase. The kids also had a great time with this activity.

海上120ｍのパラセイルは、とても気持ちの良いものでした。海の上からの景色は最高でした。音はほとんどなく、心地よい風の音のみでした。ダイアモンドヘッドをバックに、快適な時間を過ごす事ができました。船長さんはとても楽しい人で、ボートの上からたくさん写真を撮っていただきました。写真は購入可能です。子供たちも、大満足のアクティビティでした。

While they recommended purchasing photos, we were unable to buy them because we weren't photographed. It seems they misunderstood and thought we were in the same group as the honeymoon couple in front of us, but I believe it was their mistake for not confirming properly and not reaching out to us. This was the highlight of our trip to Hawaii, and we are truly disappointed.

写真の購入を勧めておきながら撮ってもらえず購入することができなかった。
私達の前のハネムーンカップルと同じグループだと勘違いして写真を撮らなかったようですが、きちんと確認せず声かけしなかったそちらのミスだと思います。
今回のハワイ旅行で一番のイベントだったのにほんとがっかり。

I realized that surfing is not suitable for someone with a weak stomach. I had to retire after a third of the time. I feel bad for the instructor, but they were kind throughout.

胃弱に波乗りは向いていないんだと実感。時間の3分の1でリタイアしました。イントラの方に悪いことしちゃったな。でも終始優しかった。

Everyone in my family really enjoyed the Polynesian culture center! The guide was amazing, Ian And everyone was so kind. They made a special effort to entertain my eight-year-old which was really nice.

I was allowed to sit at the front while sailing, and it was incredibly fun, with the wind feeling great! However, sitting at the very front means you'll get splashed by the waves, so I recommend wearing a swimsuit underneath! Getting soaked was also a lot of fun! It's great that drinks are all-you-can-drink too!

セーリングでは、前方に座らせてもらいましたが、ものすごく楽しかったし、風が気持ち良かったです！
しかし、一番前は波が来て濡れるので水着を下に着てるのがオススメです！
びしょ濡れになったのも楽しかったです！
飲み物が飲み放題というのも嬉しいです！

I had read about this in a guidebook I bought in Japan and absolutely wanted to do it. Since I requested no pickup, the meeting location was a bit hard to find, and I got lost. I participated in the 90m option because I had an elementary school child with me, but even at 90m, the height was very satisfying. The view of Waikiki from the sea became a wonderful memory!

日本で買ったガイドブックに記載があり絶対にやりたいと思っていました。
送迎なしでお願いしたので受付場所が少しわかりづらく迷いました。
小学生の子供がいたので90mで参加しましたが90mでも大満足できる高さでした。
海から眺めるワイキキの景色はとても思い出になりました！

Yuki, the Japanese staff member, accompanied us and provided various explanations. It was clear that the other staff members were also attentive to safety. The hamburgers we had for lunch were delicious. Since we went out on a sunny day, it seemed that members who used sun visors also got sunburned on their heads. Don't forget hats and sunscreen!

We had a valuable experience encountering sea turtles and swimming around the coral reefs while snorkeling. It's understandable that there are repeat visitors.

日本人スタッフユキさんが同乗、色々説明していただき、また他のスタッフも安全に配慮している様子がうかがえました。お昼のハンバーガーが美味しかったです。晴天日に出かけたので、サンバイザー使用のメンバーは頭も日焼けしたようです。帽子、日焼け止めなど忘れずに！
うみがめとの遭遇、シュノーケルでサンゴ礁の周りを泳いだり、と貴重な体験をしました。リピーターの方がいらっしゃるのも納得です

Everyone, including the driver, only spoke English, so I was initially worried. However, even if you don't understand English, you can still enjoy it fully and feel safe. Wow, that scenery is something you should experience!

ドライバーさん始め全員が英語しか話せない人だったため最初は不安でしたが、英語がわからなくても充分楽しめるし安心・安全です。いやぁあの景色は体験するべきです！！

Once a year, I do an activity! This year it was parasailing! The weather was perfect and the crew was friendly! The views and the sense of freedom were amazing! This was the best activity of the year. I'm glad I chose Veltra without hesitation!

The boarding and disembarking from the boat were smooth, so there was nothing to worry about. I got to see Waikiki Beach, Ala Moana, and Diamond Head all at once—what a fantastic feeling! This is something everyone should experience at least once!

After getting off the boat, I saw the photos (for a fee) and they made for a great keepsake with Diamond Head in the background. The tip was just a small amount, so there was nothing to worry about!

毎年1回はアクティビティ！
今年はパラセイリング！最高の天気と親切なクルー！最高の眺望と開放感！今年は最高のアクティビティでした。迷うことなくベルトラさんにして良かった！
船からの離発着もスムースで何も心配なし、ワイキキビーチ、アラモアナそしてダイヤモンドヘッド！一望でき最高の気分！一度は体験すべし！
下船して写真（有料）観たらダイヤモンドヘッドをバックにし良い記念になりました。チップも気持ち程度で何も心配なし！

We three challenged ourselves to parasailing for the first time, and it was helpful that we had a pick-up from the hotel at 7:40 AM. The height was 90 meters, and I was worried about whether we could go up together as three or if we would be paired with another group of two and one. However, the weather was good, and we were able to go up as a group of three. On the day, the crew asked if we wanted to purchase photos, but we declined. Other groups had their photos taken while parasailing, looking like they were about to fall into the big mouth of Jaws; I didn’t ask about the price, so I'm not sure. I secured an action camera to my left wrist and got permission to take photos while we were up, and it was a success! However, I forgot to take motion sickness medication, and after we landed on the boat, I felt nauseous and had to endure it while waiting for the rest of the group to finish. It was tough. A couple with two small children had their kids secured on their laps and went up as a group of four. My wife, my nephew, and I had a great time, and the scenery was beautiful, so we were very satisfied! Motion sickness medication is a must. Since we paid for the tour with a credit card, I gave a $30 tip when we got off the boat.

私達は3人で初めてのパラセーリングに挑戦しました、朝7時40分にホテルまで送迎が有り助かりました。高さは90メートルで3人同時に出来るか2人と1人別グループの人と組まされるか心配でしたが天候も良くて3人で上げて貰いました、当日写真有料でいるかクルーに聞かれましたが私達は断りました、他のグループは写真を頼んでジョーズの大きな口に落ちそうになってるパラセーリングが上手く取られていました、料金は聞いて無いので不明ですが。私はアクションカメラを左手首に固定して撮影の許可を貰い上がってる間撮影成功しました！あと私だけ酔い止め薬を飲むのを忘れてしまい終わって船に着地した後酔ってしまい後のグループが全て終わるのを吐きそうになりながら我慢しました、大変でした。小さいお子さん2人いる夫婦は子供を膝の上に固定して4人で上がってました。妻も甥っ子も私も凄く楽しくて景色も良くて大満足でしたよ！酔い止め薬は必須ですね。ツアー代金はクレジットカードで決済してたので当日船から降りる時に30ドルをチップで渡しました。

We were picked up by the hotel and after waiting for about 10 minutes, we boarded a boat with six groups and headed out to sea. The view from the boat was amazing with the blue sky and ocean. Everyone felt like friends, and we had fun high-fiving each other.

We had booked the parasailing for 150. The breathtaking view from the top was indescribable. It was beautiful! So much fun!!! The landing with a splash into the sea was also enjoyable.

On the way back, we stayed in Kaka'ako and enjoyed Walmart.

ホテルにお迎えにきてもらい、待つこと10分程度、、６組でボートに乗り込み、沖へ向かいます。ボートからの景色は青空・海で最高の景色です。全員が仲間のような感じで、ハイタッチをしたり楽しく参加できました。
パラセーリングは、150を申し込んでおりました。一番上まであがったときの絶景は言葉に出来ませんでした。綺麗！楽しすぎる！！！着地で海にジャボーンとしてくれるのも楽しかったです。
帰りはカカアコ にそのまま滞在し、ウォールマートと堪能できました。

I participate every year because I always have a great time. It's wonderful to have conversations with new people I meet for the first time, and the pleasant breeze and beautiful scenery are the best. The crew speaks only English, and most participants are American, but language doesn't matter when it comes to having fun.

いつも楽しく過ごせるので、毎年参加しています。
その時初めて出会う人たちと会話したり、心地良い風と綺麗な風景は最高です。クルーは英語のみで、参加者も大半アメリカ人ですが言葉は関係なく楽しめます。

This tour is highly recommended! You can taste Hawaii's specialties, enjoy nature, and watch turtles. Even my father, who is over 60, was able to enjoy it without any difficulty. If you come to Hawaii, I definitely want everyone to experience this!

First, at the Dole Plantation, you can enjoy freshly squeezed pineapple juice for just $2.50! It's a great deal, and you can savor the true flavor of pineapple without any additives, so I absolutely recommend it!

Next, the horseback riding takes you through a forest with ups and downs, making the one-hour ride completely engaging! The horses are all thoroughbreds and very stable, so it's reassuring, and it's kind of cute when they occasionally get bored and start munching on grass (*^-^*). The staff were also very cute and kind!

After that, our guide took us to a hidden gem for garlic shrimp that locals use, and we enjoyed incredibly plump and delicious shrimp! Apparently, the garlic shrimp from the North Shore is made from fresh shrimp, making it even tastier♪

Above all, the highlight of this tour is the guide!

The amount of knowledge is amazing!! And they are entertaining! They share all sorts of interesting stories about Hawaii's history, recent events, and trendy shops, so you won't get bored during the travel time! Also, if you ask, "Are there places like this nearby?" they will guide you by car if it's close, which was very helpful☆

The guide and this route were both fantastic, so I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^▽^*)

このツアーはかなりオススメです！
ハワイの特産物を味わって、自然を楽しみ、カメを観て・・還暦を過ぎた父でも無理なく全然楽しめる内容で、ハワイに来たら是非みなさん体験して頂きたいです！

まずドールプランテーションでは搾りたてのフレッシュパイナップルジュースが2.5$で飲めてしまうお得さ！
交ざり物なしでパイナップル本来の味を楽しめるので、絶対オススメです☆

次の乗馬はアップダウンのある森の中を散策するので１時間全く飽きない！馬もみんなサラブレッドで安定している子達なので安心ですし、たまに飽きて草とか食べ始めちゃうのもなんかかわいい(*^-^*)
係りのお姉さんもとてもキュートで優しい方達でした♪

その後はガイドさんに地元の人が利用する穴場のガーリックシュリンプ屋さんを教えて頂き、それはもうプリップリでおいしい海老をいただきました！
どうやらノースショアのガーリックシュリンプは生の海老から作られているのでより美味しいらしいです♪

なんといってもこのツアーの一押しは、『ガイドさん』です！

知識量がすごい！！そしておもしろい！ハワイの歴史や最近の話、流行りのお店などありとあらゆる話を面白おかしく案内してくれるので、移動中も本当に飽きないです！
また、『こうゆうところはありますか？』と聞くと近場であれば車で案内して下さったりもするので、とても助かりました☆

ガイドさんもこのルートもとてもよかったので、ハワイに行くときはまたぜひ参加したいです！(*^▽^*)

I was planning to take a bus near H&M and was waiting for its arrival. It didn't come for 5 minutes, but it eventually arrived, and I boarded. After about 30 to 40 minutes of bouncing on the bus, we arrived at the airport. Inside the bus, we watched an instructional video and filled out a contract. I was a bit surprised by the contents of the contract.

Upon arriving at the airport, a woman asked if we wanted to take photos or videos. After that, we checked our luggage and followed the instructions from the staff. After receiving the explanation, we waited about 5 minutes for the Cessna to arrive. I was impressed by the speedy response here as well.

The Cessna arrived, and we boarded directly. We flew for about 10 minutes, reaching an altitude of around 4,200 meters, and then we jumped out one after another. I was surprised at how quick it felt.

The moment of jumping was very scary, but once in the air, the strong wind made it feel less terrifying, almost like being on a roller coaster, and I was desperately falling. The change in air pressure caused pain in my ears and made it hard to breathe. As the parachute opened and we descended to the ground, it spun around a bit, giving a floating sensation similar to being on a roller coaster, which was fun.

It seems there are individual differences, as some people may feel nauseous. Even though I'm not a fan of roller coasters, I found skydiving enjoyable, so I definitely recommend giving it a try!

H&M付近でバスに乗る予定で、到着を待ってました。5分経っても来なかったですが、無事に来てくださり、搭乗。
30〜40分バスに揺られながら飛行場到着
バスの車内で講習ビデオと契約書の記入を済ませます。
契約書の内容はちょっと驚きました

飛行場に到着し、女性の方から写真やビデオを撮影するかを聞かれます

そのあと、荷物を預けて担当の方に指示に従います。
説明を受けて5分程でセスナが来るのを待ちます。ここでもスピーディーな対応に驚きました

セスナが来てそのまま14フィート？
10分程乗ります
4200mほどに到着したら続々と飛び降ります
ここでも一瞬な感じだったので驚きました

飛び降りる瞬間は非常に怖いですが、飛んでしまえば風が強くてジェットコースターに乗るような恐怖感は無く必死に落ちてました
気圧の変化により耳が痛いのと呼吸がしにくいです
パラシュートを開いて地上に降りていくのですが、そのときグルグル回ってくれるのでジェットコースターに乗ってる時のような
ふわっとした感覚はありますが楽しかったです

個人差はあるようですが、吐き気を催す方も中にはいらっしゃるみたいです

ジェットコースターが苦手なのにスカイダイビングは楽しかったので是非やってみる事をオススメします

Great time love the fireworks
And they were very friendly and as much alcohol as you want ,so beautiful on the water .

Our family of 4 really enjoyed the unique and thrilling wave rides on the Outrigger Canoe.
My husband said it was his favorite activity of our entire week long trip and we did activities every day!

We went with five people, and we were able to enjoy both the boat and parasailing just among ourselves! It was great that we could choose our own time and that it was close to Waikiki, allowing us to return immediately after the activities. Not spending too much time on the activities was really helpful.

5人でいきましたが5人のみでボートもパラセーリングも楽しめましたー！時間も好きに選べるのとワイキキから近くアクティビティが終わったらすぐに帰れる所も良かったです！アクティビティに大幅に時間とられないのは大変助かります

Great staff, Jonny and his team were excellent, BYO a great idea, good vibe, great music

This is my seventh time in Hawaii, and at my husband's request, we tried parasailing for the first time. We went up to the lowest height of 90 meters, but the view was amazing as we could see Diamond Head, Waikiki, and the ocean in a 360-degree panorama. The staff were locals who kindly explained everything in English and broken Japanese. They kept the atmosphere lively while we watched others, which made it fun. I'm glad we participated!

今回で7回目のハワイですが、夫の希望で初めてパラセイリングに挑戦しました。一番低い、90メートルの高さでしたが、海の上からダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキと海が360度見渡せてすばらしい景色でした。スタッフは現地の方で、英語と片言の日本語で親切に説明してくれました。他の人がやっているのを見ている間も、場を盛り上げてくれて楽しかったです。参加して良かったです!

The shuttle driver was driving too fast, probably exceeding 120 km/h on a one-lane road. Masa's explanations were very difficult to understand. Also, he insisted too much on taking videos and photos. I was taught some strange ear-clearing techniques, but please don't take them too seriously and just do it normally. I followed the instructions as I was told, but my ears hurt too much.

送迎ドライバーさんがとばしすぎ1車線の道路で軽く120キロ超えてそう。
マサさんの説明が分かりにくすぎ。そしてビデオと写真をしつこく勧めすぎ。
変な耳抜きを教えられますが、あまり参考にせず普通にやって下さい。言われた通りやったと思いますが耳痛すぎました。

The staff members were very good! It was reassuring because everything was easy to understand in Japanese. The malasadas and lunch we had on the boat were even more delicious than we expected.

スタッフの方々がとても良い！日本語でわかりやすいので安心でした。船の上で食べるマラサダとランチが期待以上に美味しかったです。

I was worried about being late for the pickup time, so I called the parasailing company, and they responded in broken Japanese! They were able to change the pickup location for me, and I made it on time! The driver and staff were cheerful, and we had a great time (^^)

Even at 150 meters, I didn't feel scared, and my wife, who isn't fond of heights, enjoyed it as well, so I'm very satisfied!

急遽ピックアップ時間に遅れそうになったので、パラセーリング会社に電話してみると、片言の日本語で対応してくれました！
無事ピックアップ場所を変えてもらい間に合うことができました！
送迎の運転手もスタッフも陽気な方で楽しむことができました(^^)

150ｍでも恐怖感がなく、高い所が苦手な奥さんも楽しめたので満足です！

In no time, we ascended 100 meters, and from Diamond Head, we could see the buildings beautifully from Waikiki Beach. The sky and the sea were both incredibly beautiful and it was the best! I tend to get motion sickness and forgot to take my anti-nausea medication, which made me feel quite sick, but everyone was very kind to me. I would love to participate again if I have the chance! The transportation was also smooth.

あっという間に 100mあがり ダイヤモンドヘッド ワイキキの浜辺からビルも綺麗に見えました。
空も海も とても綺麗で最高でした！
あたしは 乗り物酔いしやすく 酔い止めの薬を飲み忘れ ゲロゲロになりましたが 皆さん親切にしてくださいました。
また機会があったら参加したいです！
送迎もスムーズでした

It was a viewing experience combined with dining in the VIP seats. It was quite a show! You can enjoy it fully even from seats that are not in the VIP section, so I also recommend watching the show from the general seating. You can enjoy it from any chair.

VIP席での食事を兼ねた観覧でした。いや、なかなかのショーですよ！！
舞台前のVIP席でなくとも充分楽しめますので、観覧席からのショーだけの観覧もお薦めです。どの椅子からも楽しめます。