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This definitely feels like a movie set, given its scale. However, when riding the buggy, make sure to wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty or even throwing away! You'll get covered in a ton of dust and mud, so it's definitely better to change afterward! Honestly, I underestimated it. You’ll get covered in dust that is impossible to completely shake off! Once you accept that it's okay to get dirty, the best buggy experience begins!
こりゃぁ映画のロケ地になるわな、という規模感
ただし、バギーに乗る際は汚れても捨ててもいい服で！めちゃくちゃ砂埃と泥被るので着替えた方が絶対いいです！！正直なめてました。まず全て落とすことは不可能な砂埃をかぶります！
汚れてもいいやと開き直ったら、最高のバギー体験の幕開けです！！
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The meeting place was close to the hotel, allowing us to use our time effectively. It was a wonderful experience to see the scenery of Waikiki from the sky.
集合場所がホテルから近く、時間を有効的に使えました。
空から見るワイキキの風景が見れて、素晴らしい体験ができました。
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The view from 150 meters was a lifelong memory! The blue sky, beautiful ocean, city, and seeing Diamond Head from the air was a unique experience. The captain and staff provided excellent service and made it enjoyable. My elementary school daughter said it became her best memory of Hawaii.
高さ150メートルから見た風景は一生の記念になりました！青い空、キレイな海、街、ダイヤモンドヘッドを空から見ると一味違いました。
船長とスタッフさんもサービス満点で楽しませてくれました。
小学生の娘は、一番のハワイの思い出になったと言っていました。
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There were several activity companies for the sandbar, so I carefully chose this one. The key points were the long duration of the stay and the appealing hamburger lunch on the boat. The weather was great, and my excitement was high from the start. The female guide was very experienced, and it was nice that the group was divided into Japanese and English speakers. She took a lot of photos, and since we could practice snorkeling at the sandbar, my friends who were trying it for the first time seemed to enjoy it without any confusion. Everything was perfect until the end, and I can only say that I was glad to participate.
This trip to Hawaii only had this water activity planned, so it became a wonderful memory.
サンドバーへのアクティビティの会社はいくつもあったのでかなり吟味してここに決めました。ポイントは滞在時間が長い事、船上でのハンバーガーランチが魅力的だった事です。お天気も良くて始まりからテンションが上がりました。ガイドの女性もとても慣れていらして日本語と英語でグループ分けされていたのも良かったです。写真も沢山撮ってくれてサンドバーでシュノーケルの練習が出来たので初めての友人もシュノーケリングに戸惑う事なくとても楽しめたようです。最後まで完璧で参加して良かったの言葉しか出ませんでした。
今回のハワイは海遊びをこれしか予定していなかったのでとても良い思い出になりました。
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Fully enjoyed the ranch tour. We did the Jurassic valley movie tour in open wi Dow bus. Our guide was fantastic, engaging with everyone and very informative. Helping out taking group photos for everyone that asked. We watched groups go by in the jeep tours which also looked like they would be a lot of fun.
It wasn't too intense; we gradually ascended into the sky and enjoyed a leisurely activity. The boat swayed quite a bit, so I think it's a good idea for those who are worried to take motion sickness medication. They took photos for us, which were available for purchase. There wasn't any strong pressure to buy. I was relieved that our belongings were kept in a dry area on the boat. Overall, it was a fun activity!!
あまりハードな感じてはなく、緩やかに上空に上がっていき、のんびりと楽しむアクティビティでした。船は割りと揺れるので、心配な方は酔い止めを飲んでくると良いかと思います。写真を撮っていただき、有料の販売でした。特に強く売り込まれることもありませんでした。心配していた荷物も船の濡れないところに置かせていただいて、安心でした。総じて楽しいアクティビやティでした！！
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The person who came to pick us up was the owner from Kansai, and they were very kind and attentive. They shared stories about Hawaii, how they obtained their green card, their experience starting a business in Japan, and talked about their wife; they were very friendly and charming. The flight itself was also great, as we spent just under an hour flying over Oahu's tourist spots, and I was very satisfied. It is on the pricier side among activities, but it became a precious memory for my family. Thank you very much. Even if you can't speak English, there are friendly Japanese staff, so you can enjoy it without any worries! Definitely give flying in Hawaii a try.
送迎に来ていただいた方が、関西出身のオーナーさんでとても親身にしていただきました。ハワイのこと、グリーカードを取得した経緯、日本で起業したこと、奥さんとのお話などとても気さくで魅力的な方でした。肝心のフライトも島の半分を1時間弱かけてオアフ島の観光スポットを中心に上空を回ってくれて大満足でした。アクティビティの中では値が張る方ですが、家族の大切な思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。英語できなくても優しい日本人のスタッフもいるので全然楽しめますよ！是非ハワイの空を飛んでみましょう。
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The staff were the best! They were professional & knowledgeable. All of my questions were answered thoroughly. It was a memorable experience just being in this scenic, beautiful area. Even the BBQ was excellent. When I come back, I will do it all over again. NOTE: the bus driver, Richard, who shuttled us, kept us entertained.
Riding through the wind felt absolutely amazing! Since it was equipped with electric assist, I was able to glide along effortlessly without any strain at all. It was great that we stopped at several scenic spots for photo opportunities and took our time. Although I couldn't communicate in Japanese, I appreciated the guide's thoughtfulness in using Google Translate to help us. I also felt reassured knowing that the helmets were disinfected after use.
The weather in the mountains can change quickly, so after it rained, the ground became slippery, and I saw a few people fall, but the others around and the guide were very kind and helped them. At the end, I even received a Band-Aid. The rear tire of the mountain bike splashes mud, so my back got dirty. I think it's best to wear clothes that can get dirty and have a bag that can also handle some mud. Next time, I want to try zip-lining!
風を切って走るのが最高に気持ちよかった！
電動アシスト付きなのでスイスイ進めて全く辛くなかったです。
眺めのいいところや何ヶ所かで撮影ポイントや時間を取ってくれて良かったですし、
日本語は通じないけど、Google翻訳を使って教えてくれたりとガイドさんの気遣いも嬉しかったです。
使い終わったヘルメットも消毒されてるのを見て確認したので安心でした。
山の天気は変わりやすいので、雨が降ったりした後は滑りやすいので転んでる方も何人か居ましたが、周りの方やガイドさんが助けてくれたりと優しかったです。
最後にバンドエイドも貰ってました。
マウンテンバイクの後ろのタイヤが泥を跳ねるので背中が汚れます。
汚れてもいい服装や背中に背負うバックは汚れてもいいものがいいと思います。
今度はジップラインをやりたいと思っています！
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The Kualoa Experience was amazing, The tours that we did on the day had exceptional knowledgeable guides.
We also had the lunch which was delicious. We had know idea that there was that many movies and series made at the ranch.
When you think of Hawaii, the strong impression is often of beaches, but I've always been interested in Kualoa Ranch, which is the opposite of ocean leisure activities.
At the meeting point, a large bus welcomed us. We headed to the ranch with quite a number of people on board.
Each tour (there are many activities besides horseback riding) has a separate check-in location, where the meeting place and time are announced. After arriving, we had a two-hour wait until our horseback riding time, and after riding, we had another three hours until the bus departure, making it quite challenging to pass the time.
However, being able to ride for a full two hours to and from the canyon, which was a filming location for Jurassic Park, was an unparalleled experience.
You can buy lunch at the café within the ranch, but I think it's better to bring your own since there aren't many options available.
ハワイと言えばビーチの印象が強いですが、海のレジャーとは対極のクアロア牧場はかねてより興味がありました。
集合場所には大型バスがお出迎え。かなりの人数を乗せて牧場まで向かいます。
ツアーごと（乗馬以外にもたくさんあります）に受付場所が分かれ、集合場所と集合時間が告げられます。到着して乗馬の時間まで2時間、乗馬終了後バスの出発までさらに3時間あり、時間を潰すのがけっこう大変でした。
しかし、ジュラシックパークのロケ地であったという峡谷まで馬上でたっぷり2時間かけて往復できるのは、他にない体験でした。
ランチは牧場内のカフェでも買えますが、あまり品数がないので持参した方が良いと思います。
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It was quick and convenient, no hassle no fuss. Highly recommend this
When the buggies are assigned to the back of the line, the dust is overwhelming, and even with goggles on, dust gets in and it really hurts my eyes.
Afterward, my face and clothes were covered in mud and dirt, which was quite a mess! I recommend that those who participate wear clothes that they don't mind getting dirty!
If you're lucky enough to drive near the front of the line, it might not be a problem, but if you end up in the back with the buggies, it can be quite challenging, so please be careful.
後ろの方の車列にバギーがアサインされると砂埃が半端なく、ゴーグルをかけていても砂が入ってくるので目が痛くて大変でした。
終わった後も泥砂だらけで顔服がかなり汚れます笑
体験される方は汚れても良い服で参加されることをオススメします！
運良く車列の前のほうで運転できたら問題ないかもしれませんが、運悪く後ろのバギーになると大変なので気をつけてください。
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This was so much fun! All of the crew were so nice and made sure everyone was having a great time. Definitely get the bumper tube rides and take some time to snorkel and enjoy the water. It was the prefect way to start our day.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
We had a great time out on the ranch. The UTV tour was so much fun and the guides were passionate and very informative. It was a solid 2 hours of driving around the ranch and the views were amazing. This a must do!
Since everything was explained in English, it might be difficult for those who don't understand English at all. (The video explaining how to use the buggy is in Japanese.)
However, the buggy was incredibly fun!
The guide was very kind and took a lot of photos for us!
After it was over, my face, clothes, and hair were really dirty.
I think you should put your bags in a locker before the reception!
全部英語での説明だったので、英語が全くわからない方は大変かもしれないです。（バギーの乗り方の説明動画は日本語）
ただ、バギーはものすごく楽しかったです！
案内してくれるガイドさんもとても優しく、写真もたくさん撮ってくれました！
終わった後、顔と洋服と髪の毛はめちゃくちゃ汚れてました
カバンなどは受付前にロッカーに入れておくべきだと思います！
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It was a long-awaited family trip to Hawaii.
We had a great time enjoying the magnificent nature.
It was fulfilling, the scenery was beautiful, and I would recommend it to my friends!
久しぶりの家族でのハワイ旅行。
壮大な自然の中で思いっきり楽しめました。
充実した内容で、景色も楽しめて、友人にも勧めたいです！
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The whole experience was great ! I did have a couple of questions before we went ...so I called the tour phone number and she too was also helpful ..super service from beginning to end . The Bus driver who picked us up was engaging and very knowledgeable of Hawaii and made the drive there and back fun and time passed quickly .Both wife and I are 60 ish and had a fantastic time . The ATV was an adventure ride for sure ..and did not disappoint !The Atv leader was very patient with us as we had never ridden an ATV before ... and before long we were buzzing along.Thanks for taking our pictures too !
Ok ...so now we are warmed up ...and up next was zip lining !
Didn't have to go any where because it's right here at same location !
Yes there are lockers to rent of different sizes too so you can leave your stuff and enjoy yourselves ! There is a also a shower so you can wash off there ..(maybe bring a towel and change of clothes .)Ok ..so you are like us and never Zip lined before ? No problem here . The staff was patient and informative and we felt safe at all times .
Great job everyone !! Thanks for making life memories for us !
This was my second time participating alone! I'm a beginner at surfing. I had a private lesson at a different surf school once before, but the group lessons here are much more relaxed in terms of atmosphere and price, and I really like it! All the instructors are friendly, and we can enjoy chatting about surfing as well as various things about Hawaii! Depending on the day, there are instructors who can speak Japanese, and the flow of the lesson and important notes are explained in Japanese, which is reassuring. This seems like it will become my go-to in Honolulu!
1人で2回目の参加でした！サーフィン初心者です。以前1度別のサーフスクールでプライベートレッスンを受けたことがありますが、こちらのグループレッスンは雰囲気的にも価格的にもよりリラックスして参加でき、気にいっています！インストラクターの方もみなさんフレンドリーで、サーフィンのことはもちろん、ハワイのことなど色々お話ししながら楽しめます！日によりますが日本語が話せるインストラクターもいらっしゃり、レッスンの流れや注意事項の説明は日本語表記があるため安心です。私のホノルルでの定番になりそうです！
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It was really interesting and a great experience, but I was a bit scared and felt like I might fall, so I couldn't relax. My daughter was happily taking pictures with one hand, but I couldn't do it. When we arrived, my legs and back were shaking. I felt unsteady. However, it's definitely worth experiencing at least once.
とっても面白かったし、よい体験になりましたが、少し落ちそうで怖くて、余裕がありません。娘は、るんるんで片手で写真をとってるけど、私はだめ。着いたら足も腰もガタガタ。フラフラでした。でも、一度は体験する価値あり
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I was able to tour the North Shore for just over three hours, and it was really great. However, since I was participating alone, I felt some frustration with the driver's attitude and strong tone from the beginning.
3時間ちょっとノースショアを観光が出来て凄く良かったです。
ただひとりでの参加ということもあるかもしれませんが、始めからドライバーの方の態度や強い言い方にこちらも苛立ちを感じました。
Thank you for using Island Makana Tours. We sincerely apologize for any discomfort you experienced during the tour. Our driver reported that there was a request from a customer to be dropped off at the beach, but it was in a prohibited area, so we had to ask them to walk a bit. Please know that this was not due to you participating alone. We appreciate your valuable feedback and will continue to strive for improvement.
このたびはアイランドマカナツアーズをご利用頂き、ありがとうございました。ツアー中、不快な思いをさせてしまい、申し訳ございませんでした。ドライバーからも「ビーチで降車を希望されたお客様がいたが、禁止されている場所だったので少し歩かせてしまった」と事前に報告がありました。お1人でご参加のお客様だからという事は決してございません。貴重なご意見をありがとうございます。今後とも精進して参ります。
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Overall an enjoyable sunset cruise but a bit rushed boarding the boat. We were served and eating our meal while the boat was still in dock. Our meal was the first out and surrounding tables took a while before theirs came out. Our crab leg shells were soft and impossible to crack open. Otherwise the food was enjoyable. Entertainment was fun and lively. I would recommend this experience.
I tried three activities: jet skiing, bumper tubing, and parasailing. It was all my first time, but there were staff members who spoke Japanese, so I felt安心して楽しめました. The bumper tubing was especially intense with the centrifugal force, and I was desperately hanging on. However, one disappointing thing was that there was no changing room after the activities, so I had to change in the restroom. If there had been a changing room, it would have been perfect.
水上ジェットスキー
バンパーチューブ
パラセーリング
の３つをやりました
全て初めてだったのですが、日本語話せるスタッフだったので安心して楽しめました
特にバンパーチューブは遠心力が凄くしがみつくのに必死でした
ただ１個だけ残念なところが終わったあと更衣室がなくトイレで着替えたところでしたので、更衣室があれば満点でした
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The snorkeling lasted just under an hour, but it was quite exhausting. For me, it was the right amount of time. I was also able to enjoy seeing the sea turtles. The hamburger for lunch was delicious. With unlimited soft drinks, I didn't have to worry about hydration. A larger towel is definitely a must.
シュノーケルは1時間弱でしたがかなり体力消耗しました 私的には適量な時間でした
ウミガメにもあえて満喫できました
ランチのハンバーガーも美味しくいただきました
ソフトドリンクが飲み放題なので水分補給は心配なし
大きめのタオルは必須ですね
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It was great until we got on the boat, but the waves were so strong that I got seasick and couldn't enjoy it at all. It seems that Japanese people are gathered on the second floor of the boat, but it shakes a lot up there. I definitely think that anyone who gets motion sickness should avoid this. During our time, we couldn't even see any dolphins. Honestly, I felt like I wanted at least a little bit of my money back.
船に乗るまでは良かったですが、波がすごくて船酔いして全く楽しめませんでした。
日本人は船の2階に集めらるみたいですが、２階がすごく揺れます。少しでも乗り物酔いする方は絶対にやめておいたほうがよいと思います。
私達の時はイルカも見れませんでした。ほんと、少しでいいからお金返してほしい気持ちでした。
Dear Beginner Traveler,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We also appreciate your valuable feedback amidst your busy schedule.
We apologize for any discomfort caused by the slightly strong winds and waves during your experience. The sea conditions on the day you participated were two days after we had to cancel the tour on October 18 due to seasonal strong winds and high waves. While there were no issues with the boat's departure or the tour itself, we have confirmed that some participants experienced seasickness due to the high swells.
It is unfortunate that, despite your anticipation, this experience turned into a challenging memory.
The enjoyment of the tour can be greatly affected by sea conditions. While it may have been a tough experience, we hope that if you have the opportunity to try again, we would be more than happy to support you to the best of our ability. Please do reach out to us then.
Take care.
Mahalo!
旅初心者様
この度はイルカ大学へ参加いただきありがとうございました。また、お忙しい中貴重なコメントを頂き重ねて感謝申し上げます。
風や波がやや強めの海のコンディションの中不快な思いをさせてしまい申し訳ありませんでした。
ご参加いただいた日の海のコンディションは季節特有の強風と高波のためにツアーの催行を中止した10/18の二日後でした。船の出航やツアーの催行に問題はなかったものの、まだ波のうねりが高かったために船酔いされてしまった方が何組かいらっしゃったと確認しております。
自然が相手のツアーとはいえ、楽しみにご参加いただいたにも関わらず辛い思い出となってしまい残念です。
海のコンディションによってツアーの楽しさが左右されます。辛かったという思い出となってしまっているかもしれませんが、これに懲りずもし再挑戦する機会がありましたら全力でサポートさせていただきたく思います。その時はぜひご一報ください。
どうかご自愛くださいませ。
Mahalo!
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Very well organized tour with beautiful scenery throughout. There is so much opportunity to take lots of pictures and interact with movie props, etc. There is also a variety of activities to do. However, this review is only for the Movie sites and ranch tour. The tour was perfect for those who cannot endure bumpy ride such as the elderly and pregnant. My mother was comfortable and did not complain about it being too rough. Our tour guide made it really special. He was very informative and engaging. Also, you can tell that he really enjoys what he is doing and really has a passion for movies and discussing them. I also love the fact that he was willing to take pictures Group/families. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone who loves nature and movies, or would just like to spend a 1/2 day at Kuaola ranch.
Great cruise, all staff, especially our service assistant, were extremely pleasant, professional, and efficient. A very good buffet with carved roast beef, delicious chicken and fish, everything. Fireworks show a bit difficult. In order to see it well people had to run to one side of the ship, not only tilting the ship a bit but making it even more difficult for people who didn't want to dash to the side to see. This was only a minor observation.
It was my first time deep-sea fishing, and I was worried about seasickness, but the waves were calm, the weather was nice, and I enjoyed the stunning views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and Coco Head during the cruise, so it was fine. We moved to several spots and patiently waited with squid as bait, but unfortunately, we didn't catch anything. However, we enjoyed delicious sashimi and sautéed fish caught by others. Every time someone caught a fish, there were cheers, and it was a lot of fun!
海釣りは初めてで船酔いが心配でしたが、波も静かでお天気もよく、ワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッド、ココヘッドなどの絶景を楽しみながらのクルーズだったので大丈夫でした。何カ所もスポットを移動して、イカを餌にじっと待ちましたが、残念ながら釣れず。でも他の方が釣った魚をお刺身やソテーでおいしくいただきました。誰かが釣るたびに歓声が上がり、とても楽しかったです！
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The pick-up and drop-off times were on schedule. The crew mostly spoke English and had little understanding of Japanese, but they were cheerful and provided very good service. I was unable to see any dolphins.
送迎の時間などは定刻通りでした。クルーの皆さんはほぼ英語で日本語はほとんど通じませんでしたが、にこやかでとても良い対応をしてもらいました。
イルカを見ることは出来ませんでした。
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It was my first time parasailing.
First of all, the boat ride to the point was so pleasant and amazing! Taking off wasn't particularly scary, and I enjoyed the view of Waikiki from above. I even had enough time to take photos with my phone in a waterproof case.
It was fun to fly myself, and it was also enjoyable to watch others take off.
As for the water splash, I saw someone getting soaked on YouTube, so I asked them to keep it mild... and they really did! It was just a little splash, so unless you're really afraid of water, I think it's better not to make that request to enjoy it more.
The local staff were very kind, giving me water for motion sickness and letting us wait in the car when we arrived early.
I would love to join this tour again the next time I go to Hawaii!
初めてのパラセイリングでした。
まずポイントに移動する船が気持ちよくて最高！飛び立つのも特に怖くなく、上空でワイキキ一望できる景色を堪能しました。防水のスマホケースに入れて撮影もできるくらいの余裕はあります。
自分が飛ぶのも楽しいし、他の方が飛んでるのを見るのも楽しかったです。
水ジャポンは、YouTubeでじゃぶじゃぶされている人がいたので控えめで・・・とお願いしたら本当に控えめでした笑 １回チャポンくらいだったので、よほどお水が怖くないのでなければそんなお願いしない方が楽しめるかと思います。
現地のスタッフさんもとても優しくて、酔止め内服用のお水をくれたり、早くついたら車の中で待たせてくれたりしました。
次回ハワイに行ったときもこちらのツアーに参加したいと思います！！
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