Reviewed by: 3歳6歳のママ
I'm not very familiar with the climate of Oahu, but I always feel like the wind is strong when I leave Honolulu. This time, especially since it was December, the temperature at Sea Life Park was just warm enough to get into the water, but the strong wind made it feel very cold. It felt like swimming in a pool on a cold day.
Despite the fact that all participants were clearly cold, the program progressed quite leisurely. It might be due to the service, or perhaps they have to provide a certain amount of time for the event, but participants had to endure getting splashed by dolphins multiple times while shivering, and they hardly moved on to the important photo opportunities for kisses and handshakes. We participated with our 6-year-old and 3-year-old, but our 3-year-old gave up before the photo session and couldn't do the kiss or handshake. There were other children in the same situation.
While the instructor was very enthusiastic, I thought it would have been better if they could adapt the program a bit more flexibly considering the cold and the presence of many small children. Our 6-year-old said it was fun even though it was cold, so I think age does play a role.
So, I wouldn't recommend this for those who are sensitive to the cold or for families with small children during the cold season. By the way, the facility does not have hot showers or dryers, so after the event, we quickly changed and bundled up to recover our body temperature.
オアフ島の気候に詳しくはないのですが、いつもホノルルを離れると、風が強い気がします。今回は特に12月だったためか、シーライフパークは何とか海には入れるくらいの気温だけど、風が強くとても寒く感じました。寒い日のプールって感じでした。
そんな中、明らかに参加者全員が寒がっているにも関わらず、プログラムはかなりゆったりと進んでいきました。サービスなのかもしれないし、ある程度の時間催しを提供しなければならないのかもしれないのですが、参加者たちが震えているのに何回もイルカのスプラッシュを浴びなければならなかったり、肝心のキスや握手での写真撮影を全然進めなかったり。うちは6歳と3歳の子どもと参加しましたが、3歳の子は写真撮影の前にギブアップで、キスも握手もできませんでした。うちの他にも、同じ状況のお子さんがいました。
インストラクターの方がサービス旺盛なのはいいのですが、寒がっていて、小さい子が多いとか、もう少し状況によって臨機応変にプログラムを進めてくれればいいのにと思いました。
6歳の子は、寒くても楽しい!と言っていたので、ある程度年齢の問題はあると思います。
ということで、寒い時期、寒さが苦手な方や小さい子連れの方はオススメしません。
ちなみに施設にはお湯が出るシャワーやドライヤーはなく、終了後はとにかく着替えて厚着して体温回復しました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【期間限定!割引キャンペーン】イルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/18 |
Reviewed by: むよす
It was a perfect day for parasailing, with clear skies and almost no wind. I was glad that they took photos not only before and after the ride but also during the experience, capturing my silhouette. It was a bit scary, but the vast ocean spread out as far as the eye could see, and the sense of freedom felt wonderful. It became a very nice memory.
良く晴れて風もほとんどなかったので絶好のパラセーリング日和でした。
写真撮影を希望したところ、乗る前後だけでなく乗っている最中のシルエットも撮ってもらえて良かったです。
少し怖かったですが、見渡す限り海が広がっていて開放感が気持ちよかったです。
とてもよい思い出になりました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/15 |
Reviewed by: mie
It was very fun. At first, I was a little scared, but gradually it became enjoyable, and in the end, the kids were even upside down. Please be sure to experience it.
とても楽しかったです、
はじめは少し怖かったけれど、だんだんと楽しくなり最後は子供達も逆さになったりと
是非体験してください。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 現地集合/解散 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/04 |
Reviewed by: aki
It was an experience that is hard to come by in Japan, so I participated. I was really lucky to see a sea turtle! The cruise before boarding the submarine was also very pleasant.
日本ではなかなか出来ない体験でしたので、参加しました。
ウミガメを見ることが出来て、本当にラッキーでした!
潜水艦に乗り込むまでのクルーズも気持ちよかったです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | プレミアム・サブマリン<定員64名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/01 |
Reviewed by: Kelly Mayo
It was amazing and the crew was awesome very friendly!!! Seen dolphins and a whale and it was just beautiful we will do more with this tour
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Sunset Sail (Until 12/31/2017) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: yuyu
This is my third time using this service. I signed up for private lessons for my 11-year-old child, and it seems that the surf lessons here are the most fun! We are planning to join a surf camp next year. Thank you very much!!
今回3回目の利用です。11歳の子供のためプライベートレッスンで申し込みしましたがやはりここのサーフレッスンが一番楽しいようです!来年はサーフキャンプに入ろうと計画中です。ありがとうございました!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | プライベートレッスン(5歳以上) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/25 |
Reviewed by: 苦笑いの父親のほう
We participated as a couple with our 3-year-old child. I thought it was a very good program, and here are my comments based on that impression.
It's safer to make a reservation for dates that are expected to be crowded, but the cancellation policy states, "100% of the total reservation amount after 00:00 local time two business days before the participation date." Considering that I had to cancel at the last minute due to my period and ended up just watching from the poolside, I think it would have been better to make the reservation right before going to the facility. Also, looking at the availability board on the day, not all sessions are fully booked, so if you plan to spend the whole day at the facility, it might be a good idea to make a reservation at the experience corner in the morning.
Additionally, while it is more expensive compared to typical dolphin interaction experiences in Japan, one of the attractions of this program is that it allows participation at a young age. However, when we actually participated, my 3-year-old daughter seemed terrified of the large dolphin, which approached her with its mouth wide open, making cute sounds while coming closer. She clung to her father, crying out "Scary! Scary!" with tears streaming down her face. As a result, she ended up leaving early, and her father awkwardly participated alone in a team of mostly women, making for a surreal dolphin experience. I feel sorry that her screams might have disturbed the other participants. It might be difficult for my child to enjoy this experience until she is around 5 years old. I noticed other children of a similar age from Western countries in other teams were also crying quite a bit. Parents of children in the same age group should take this into consideration.
You can purchase DVDs and photos, but as mentioned earlier, the only photos available were of the father awkwardly kissing the dolphin with a wry smile, and since you can't preview the DVD (even if you could, it would just be footage of screaming), I decided not to buy it.
Regarding photography, participants have to change and put their belongings in lockers, and you are required to remove not only cameras but also glasses and wedding rings in the pool area, so you can't take any photos or videos. Even wearable cameras like GoPros are completely prohibited. However, if you don't use a locker and can bring your bag to the pool, you can leave everything on the waiting bench in front of the pool. The waiting bench is accessible only to participants, so it is quite safe, and you can take photos right up until you enter the pool. During the experience, it's natural for the photographer to stay far away for the sake of the dolphins, so I think having one person participate as a spectator and take photos from the bench with a zoom lens would be a better approach, considering the risks involved. I felt that the pricing for spectators might have been set with such considerations in mind after participating.
<Lessons Learned>
- Overcome fear of large animals
- Manage health schedules
- It's better to scout the location before making a reservation.
夫婦と3歳の子どもでの参加でした。大変良いプログラムだと思いました、という感想ありきでの以下のコメントです。
混雑が予想される日程は予約をしたほうが安心なのですが、キャンセルポリシーに「参加日の2営業日前の現地時間00:00以降、予約総額の100%」とありましたので、直前の生理でキャンセルもせずプールサイドで見学になったことを考えると、施設へ行く直前に予約したほうが良かったと思いました。また、当日の空き状況ボードを見るとすべての回が予約で埋まるわけではないので、1日この施設で遊ぶつもりなら朝から体験コーナーの受付で予約するのもアリかなと思います。
それと、日本での一般的なイルカふれ合い体験に比べ高額ですが、低年齢での参加が可能なのがこのプログラムの魅力のひとつ。実際に参加してみると3歳の娘に実物の大きなイルカは恐怖でしかないようで、大きく口を開け頭を出してキュッキュと可愛い声で鳴きながら近づいてくるイルカの姿に鼻水を流しながら父親に抱きついてコワイ!コワイ!と絶叫しておりました。結果、娘も途中離脱し、大半を父親ひとり挙動不審になりながら女性ばかりのチームに参加するシュールなイルカ体験となりました。絶叫がうるさく、チームの参加者に不快な思いをさせてしまったと恐縮しています。うちの子は5歳くらいにならないと楽しい参加は厳しいかもしれません。他チームで同年齢くらいの欧米のお子さんもだいぶ泣き叫んでおりました。同年代の親御さんはご配慮くださいませ。
DVDと写真を買えますが、先の通り、苦笑いでイルカとキスをする父親の写真だけが並んでおり、DVDもプレビューできないので(プレビューできたにしてもどうせ絶叫映像なので)購入しませんでした。
撮影について、体験参加者は着替えてロッカーに荷物を入れてしまい、プール内はカメラはおろかメガネや結婚指輪すら外させられますので写真も動画も撮れません。ウェアラブルなGoProなんかも完全にNGです。ロッカーを使わずバッグを持ってプールへ移動でき、プール前の待機ベンチにすべて置いておけます。待機ベンチは参加者しか入れないので安全性は高い上、プールに入る直前まで写真を撮ったりできます。体験中はイルカのためを思うと撮影者は遠くに離れていて当然ですので、ひとりは見学者として参加して、ベンチからズームレンズで撮影するスタイルが今回のようなリスクも踏まえパフォーマンスが良いと思います。そもそもそういった想定の見学者価格設定なのかなと参加してみてから感じた次第です。
<今回の教訓>
・大きな生き物への恐怖を払拭しておく
・体調のスケジュール管理
・無理に予約せず下見して参加が良い
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: ちゅとむ
It was my first time, but I chose the most expensive course. I was amazed that I could see everything from Diamond Head to the west, and it felt like I could see Japan. They also took photos for a low price and gave them to me on an SD card. This has definitely become an activity I want to do again next time.
初めてでしたが、1番高いコースを選びました。ダイアモンドヘッドから西まで全てが見れて日本が見えるんじゃないかと感動しました。写真も安く撮ってくれてSDカードでもらいました。次回も絶対やりたいアクティビティになりました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: ちゅとむ
The first time was in mid-June last year, and the venue was fully booked, so we had to wait in line to get in. Our seats were standard and located at the back. This time, since it was January 3rd, I was prepared for even more crowds than last year, but it was quite empty. I booked good seats, so we were able to see the show right in front of us, and my daughter danced on stage, creating wonderful memories. I was very satisfied.
1度目は昨年6月中旬で満席状態で会場入りも結構並びました。席もスタンダードだったので後ろでした。今回は1月3日ということもあり昨年以上に混雑を覚悟して来ましたが、空き空きで席もいい席を申し込んだので、目の前でショーを見ることができ娘もステージで踊っていい思い出になり大変満足しました
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | ゴールデンシート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: りゅうのすけ
We were blessed with good weather, and we were able to enjoy the stunning views. My 9-year-old daughter was scared at first, but in the end, we were able to create the best memories with smiles.
天候に恵まれたのもありますが、絶景を楽しむ事ができました。9歳の娘も怖がっていましたが最後は笑顔で最高の思い出を作る事ができました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: AI.S
When you think of Hawaii, you think of the ocean, but this was also amazing. The movie course, the jeep course, and the flower-viewing course were all great. Next, I want to challenge myself with horseback riding.
Hawaiiといえば海ですが、こちらも最高でしたよ。映画コース、ジープコース、お花をみるコースどれも良かったです。
次は乗馬にチャレンジしたいです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 通常プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
Reviewed by: rei
For my first parasailing experience, I chose to go up to 150 meters to reach the highest point. Perhaps because we were over the ocean, it surprisingly didn’t feel very high, and I was able to enjoy the beautiful views of Waikiki and Diamond Head. Among the participants, we were the only Japanese, but the staff made an effort to communicate in broken Japanese, which was nice. The atmosphere on the boat was very fun. I would love to try it again if I get the chance.
初めてのパラセーリング、どうせなら一番高くまで上がろうと、150メートルを選択しました。
海の上だからか、意外と高度感は無く、ワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドの美しい景色を楽しめました。
参加者中、日本人は私達だけでしたが、スタッフが片言の日本語で気を使ってくれます 笑
船上はとても楽しい雰囲気でした。また機会があればやってみたいです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: いずみ
We participated as a couple. We were picked up almost on time at the meeting point. The vehicle was a blue van, and we were the only two passengers at that time. Inside the car, we were asked if we were Japanese, given a Japanese waiver to sign. After about 10 minutes, we arrived at the Ala Moana Yacht Harbor, where we showed our voucher and were told to wait for a while.
After about 20 minutes, all participants gathered, and as the previous group returned, we boarded the boat and set off. There were 8 participants this time, and aside from us, everyone else was from abroad. Onboard, there was a brief explanation in English, and for photo shooting, we were informed that data could be saved to an SD card for $35, and if we wanted it, we should inform the staff before parasailing.
This was our first time parasailing in Hawaii, and since it was the rainy season, we were worried about the weather, but fortunately, it was nice, and we enjoyed wonderful views. It felt incredibly high and was fun, but also a bit scary. However, the views and experience were invaluable. If I have the opportunity to go again, I would definitely like to experience it. I think the actual airtime was just under 10 minutes, but it felt much longer.
After that, we gradually descended, got wet up to our chests in the sea twice, and then smoothly returned to the boat. I took motion sickness medication in the morning out of concern for seasickness, but in the end, I didn't get seasick (one person who was with us looked a bit unwell).
For the photos, we could choose to pay in cash with a tip on the boat or with a credit card after disembarking. Some of the photos were blurry, but they took about 20 pictures, including the views from the boat, which made for great memories. Since we were the second-to-last group, we got quite wet, but after arriving at the port, we quickly got into the car and returned to the hotel, so we didn't have time to change clothes and sat on towels in the seats. Therefore, I think it's better to bring a bath towel.
It was so much fun that I would like to participate again!
夫婦2人で参加しました。
集合時間にほぼ時間通りにピックアップされました。車は青いバンで、その時に乗ったのは私たち2人だけでした。車内で日本人?と聞かれ、日本語の誓約書を渡され、サインをしました。10分ほどでアラモアナのヨットハーバーでに着き、スタッフにバウチャーを見せてしばし待つように言われました。
20分ほど待つと参加者が全員揃い、そして前の回の船が戻ってきたので入れ替わりで乗り込んで出発しました。今回の参加者は8人で、私達夫婦以外はみんな外国の方でした。
船上では英語で簡単に説明があり、写真撮影はSDカードにデータを入れて35ドルで、希望があればパラセイリングの前にスタッフに伝えてくださいとのことでした。
今回ハワイでのパラセイリングは初めてで、また雨季だったので天気も心配していましたが、幸い天気も良く、素晴らしい景色が見られました。ものすごく高く感じて楽しかった反面、少し怖かったです。ですが、あの景色や体験は何にも代え難いです。また行く機会があれば是非体験したいと思いました。実際の滞空時間は10分弱程度だったと思いますが、とても長く感じました。
その後徐々に高度が下がり、胸まで海に二回浸かり、その後スムーズに船に戻ることができました。
船酔いを懸念して酔い止めを朝に飲んで臨んだのですが、結局船酔いにはなりませんでした(一緒に乗っていた1人の方は少し気分が悪そうでした)
写真はチップとともに現金で船上では支払うか、クレジットカードで下船後に払うか選べました。写真はボケているものもありましたが、船上からの景色も含めて全部で20枚程度撮っていてくれて良い思い出になりました。
私たちは最後から二番目の組だったので、結構濡れていましたが、港に着いてからはすぐに車に乗りホテルまで帰ったので、服を着替える時間はなかったので、座席にタオルを引いて乗りました。なのでバスタオルを持って行ったほうがいいと思います。
とても楽しかったので、また参加したいです!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/高さ150メートル エキストリームライド |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/20 |
Reviewed by: MIKIO
Last time, my younger son was 8 years old and couldn't ride, but my 11-year-old daughter and husband had a great experience. This time, we were able to have the best horseback riding experience as a family of four with my now 10-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter. We definitely want to go horseback riding again next time!
前回は下の息子が8歳で乗馬出来ず…11歳の娘と主人が体験してとても良かったと言う事で今回は10歳になった息子と13歳の娘の家族4人で最高の乗馬体験が出来て良かったです。次回も必ず乗馬はしたいです!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ
It was over in a flash, but I had a great time. I think even those who feel scared can enjoy it. I highly recommend it.
あっと言う間でしたが、楽しかったです。
怖く感じる方でも楽しめると思います。
とてもおすすめです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 高さ45メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Amy Ryan
Hawaii is expensive let's be honest. This is a great trip for the money. We had a group of 15 from age 3-65. It was an amazing adventure for all. When we finished snorkeling, the boat ride around diamond head with cocktails and great music was perfect. Thank you to our Captain Ryan and crew for a laidback barefoot excursion. We will definitely do it again.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/01 |
Reviewed by: 佐々木
As the title suggests, the beauty of the scenery and the number of marine creatures visible greatly differ depending on where you sit. Inside the submarine, the seating is divided into the right and left rows, and this time, the left row was overwhelmingly better (we were in the right row). However, for us ordinary people who rarely have the chance to explore the ocean, it is undoubtedly a valuable experience. I believe this is one event you should definitely participate in when you come to Hawaii.
タイトルの通り、座る席で景色の美しさや見られる海洋生物の数が大きく異なる。潜水艦の中は右列と左列で分かれており、今回の潜水は圧倒的に左列が良かった(※自分達は右列でした)。ただし、なかなか海の中を冒険する機会がない我々一般人にとっては、貴重な体験となることは間違いない。
是非、ハワイに来た際は参加すべきイベントの1つだと思います。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | プレミアム・サブマリン<定員64名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/01 |
Reviewed by: Beginner_Surfer
This is the 1st time I have enrolled with Hans Hedemann and staff. Staff was really nice as my son and I took the surf class in the 2hr group lesson. Two hours is plenty of time for the group size and I did not have to wait for other surfers on the water at all. I had taken the KOA lessons (also on Waikiki) earlier and Hans' School is much better in terms of distance to paddle to get to the surf location as well as the student to instructor ratio. Our package also included shuttle, pictures and a T-shirt which is awesome. My son (14yrs) said it was the best activity of the trip which is great since it's so hard to impress teens now-a-days. Because of the inclusiveness of the package and the surf location, we would definitely repeat and highly recommend this school.
Aloha,
We are so happy you and your son enjoyed the lesson! Here at Hans Hedemann Surf School we strive for excellence. We appreciate your great review and we hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo for surfing with us!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Group Lesson (2 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: YOSHI
The horseback riding at Kualoa was enjoyable and safe for a large group, making it fun even for beginners. The weather had a bit of rain at first, but it cleared up later, allowing us to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kualoa Ranch with its mix of clouds and sunshine.
クアロアの乗馬は大人数で安心して廻れるので、ビギナーでも楽しめました。
天気は最初に少しだけ雨が降りましたが、後半は雨も上がって、曇ったり・晴れたりと素晴らしいクアロア牧場の景色も楽しめました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 山+海コース<1時間>(受付停止中) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/31 |
Reviewed by: mrk2040
I signed up at the request of my children. I was worried about my 4-year-old and 6-year-old, but they were able to shake hands with the dolphins. They said kissing them smelled like fish, so they didn't do that (laughs). The dolphin pool was deeper than I expected, and since the kids couldn't touch the bottom, I had to hold them the whole time. We signed up for the first time slot in the morning, and after it was over, we were able to relax by having a meal in the park, watching the dolphin show, and playing on the playground equipment.
子供のリクエストで申し込みました。4歳と6歳の子供たち、大丈夫かなと心配していましたが、イルカと握手出来ました。キスは魚の匂いがすると言ってやりませんでしたが(笑)イルカのプールは思ったよりも深く、子供たちは足がつかないのでずっと抱っこしていました。朝一番の時間で申し込みましたが、終わって、パークの中で食事したり、イルカショーを見たり、遊具で遊んだりとゆったり過ごせました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Cody Staggs
Private instruction was greatly informative. The group class should have been segregated from private and semi-private classes since they were not supervised as they should have been. they were like herding cats and safety was compromised.
Aloha Cody,
We would like to thank you for your time at Hans Hedemann Surf School. Your review is greatly appreciated and your feedback will be used to better our services for the future. We hope you enjoyed your lesson regardless of the chaos in the water. Mahalo!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Private Lesson (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: kai
The meeting point is in front of the Duke statue. It takes about 15 minutes to the dock. During that time, I was asked to sign an English waiver. There were just over 10 participants, and we were the only Japanese. The others spoke English, Korean, and Filipino.
At check-in, you need to present payment or a voucher to receive a ticket with the length of the rope indicated. When boarding the boat, you hand the ticket to the crew, but I don't think they check the rope length very carefully. I felt that everyone was treated the same during parasailing.
Once we headed offshore on the boat, we were fitted with parasailing equipment in the order we sat. There is storage for personal belongings at your feet, but since things can get wet and you might move seats, it's better to bring less.
Parasailing started with upbeat music playing loudly. We flew in pairs. The thigh straps served as a seat, making for a comfortable ride, similar to being on a high swing.
There were three unexpected things.
The first was that as a service, at the end of the parasailing, they drop you into the water. Americans love this kind of thing and everyone was really excited. An American on board even requested to do it twice! As a Japanese person, I wasn't quite prepared for getting wet.
The second was that a long time ago, when I did parasailing in Waikiki, it was near the beach, so I could see the coral well. This time, we were further out, so the water was deep and I couldn't see any coral, which was disappointing. There were also parasailing boats near the beach, so I think it's good to choose a tour based on your preference.
The third was that we were asked for tips on the boat. Since I participated with the mindset of a Japanese tour, I didn't have many small dollar bills on hand, which made me feel a bit apologetic.
The weather was perfect, the scenery was beautiful, and it was a very enjoyable experience without anything scary. For those considering participation, as mentioned earlier, you will get quite wet, so don't forget a bath towel. Also, bring some cash for tips.
集合はデューク像前。船着場まで約15分。その間、免責関係の英語の書面にサインを求められた。参加者は10名強。日本人は私たちのみ。他には英語、韓国語、フィリピン語…の人たち。
チェックイン時、支払いかバウチャーを提示し、ロープ長の記されたチケットをもらう。船に乗り込む際、チケットを乗務員に渡すのだが、ほぼロープ長は確認していないと思う。パラセーリング中も全員同じだとおもった。
ボートで沖合に出ると、座った順にパラセーリングの装備をつけてもらう。手荷物などは足元に収納があるが濡れたり、席を移動していくので少なめにした方が無難。
ノリノリの音楽を大音量でかけながらパラセーリングがスタート。2名ずつのフライ。
太ももの装備がイス代わりで乗り心地(?)も上々、高めの空中ブランコのような乗り心地。
3つ想定外な事があった。
1つ目はサービスでパラセーリングの最後に水中へドボンしてくれる。アメリカ人はこういう事が大好きでみんな大興奮。同乗のアメリカ人は2回つけて!とリクエストするくらい。日本人としては「え〜濡れる!」とやや心の準備が足りなかった。
2つ目は大昔、ワイキキでパラセーリングをしたときはビーチ近くでしたので珊瑚がよく見えた。今回は沖の方だったので海が深く珊瑚が見えず残念… ビーチの方でもパラセーリングのボートが出ていたので好みでツアーを選んでも良いと思う。
3つ目は船の中でチップを求められた事。日本のツアーの気分で参加したので少額のドル紙幣の持ち合わせがあまりなくちょっと申し訳なかった。
お天気も最高だったので、景色もよく、怖いこともなく、非常に楽しく参加できた。参加を検討されている方、前述の通りしっかり濡れるので、バスタオルをお忘れなく。また、チップも。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/高さ150メートル エキストリームライド |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: あっきー
This was my second visit to Gunstock Ranch. This time, I mistakenly entered "Kahuku" instead of "Lai'e" into the rental car's navigation system, so I got quite lost before arriving... Upon arrival, I signed the liability waiver, had my luggage stored, and borrowed a helmet before heading out for horseback riding! The course was supposed to be one hour, but I think we ended up riding for over an hour. Last time, we had photos taken at the photo points, but this time, since the Travel Maker's donkey was with us (laughs), the staff member seemed to forget about taking pictures, so we didn't get any... However, the horses were all smart and gentle, making for a very pleasant riding experience. I would love to experience horseback riding here again on my next trip to Hawaii.
2度目のガンストック牧場。
今回はレンタカーのカーナビ入力で「ライエ」ではなく間違って「カフク」にしてしまったのでだいぶ迷いながら到着しました・・・
到着すると免責書類にサインをし、荷物を預かってもらい、ヘルメットを貸してもらいいざ乗馬!!
1時間コースでしたが1時間以上乗馬をしていたかと思います。
前回は写真ポイントで写真を撮って頂いたのですが、今回はトラベルメーカーのロバちゃん(笑)もついてきていたので、スタッフのお姉さんも写真のことを忘れていたのか、写真は撮って頂けませんでした・・・
しかし馬たちもかしこく大人しい馬ばかりでとても気持ちが良い乗馬体験が出来ました。
次回もハワイへ行った際はここで乗馬を体験したいです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Cody
We had a great time on our trip and the guys were funny. We went on the last trip of the day and it felt a bit rushed. I paid extra for the Xtreme Parasail package which advertises 10-12 minutes but only got just over 6 minutes from my recorded GoPro time. We ended up going with the photo package and the pics turned out great. Thank you for the great experience.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | X-Treme Ride [1000 feet] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/29 |
Reviewed by: たかまお
This time, due to time constraints, we opted for this optional tour separate from the travel agency's tour. We chose the highest height of 150 meters. There were four other groups besides us, making a total of five groups. First, we gathered at the Ambassador Hotel near our accommodation and took a trolley, arriving at the port in about 10 minutes. The check-in was quick, as we just showed the voucher saved on our smartphone, and it was done in five minutes! Then we set sail!
There were some waves, but it wasn't enough to make anyone seasick. However, one lady from the first pair slipped and hit her bottom hard (laughs). The other three groups finished without any issues. The Chinese couple in front of us handed us their smartphone, and we took a ton of pictures from takeoff to landing (including one where they were kissing).
When it was our turn, the staff asked in English, "Shall we take a photo? It's $35," to which I replied, "YES," and we got ready to fly. We were told that using a selfie stick was at our own risk, but we brought one along. The height of 150 meters was scarier than I imagined, but I got used to it after a while and was very satisfied with the views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and even whales!!! It was also fun when the staff playfully lowered us to the point where our feet got wet before we were picked up.
Since we were the last group, it felt like we flew for a bit longer. In the end, we received an SD card and paid $35 plus a tip. On the way back, instead of taking the shuttle bus, we walked along Waikiki Beach and stopped by Ala Moana Center before heading home.
We anticipated some splashes while on the boat, so we wore swimsuits. I think it's better to wear a swimsuit or clothes that can get wet. After returning, I was very satisfied to see that they had taken 70 photos for us. I highly recommend everyone to join this tour!!!
今回は時間の都合もあり旅行会社のツアーとは別にこのオプショナルツアーを申し込みました。高さは一番高い150メートルを選択しました。
自分たちの他に4組いたので計5組でした。まず宿泊していたホテルの近くにあるアンバサダーホテルに集合してトロリーに乗りそこから10分程で港に到着しました。手続きもスマートフォンに保存していたバウチャーを見せて5分で終了!そして出航!
波は少しありましたが船酔いで吐くほどではありませんでした。しかし、最初のペアの1人のおばちゃんが滑ってお尻強打してました(笑)他の3組は何事も無く無事に終了。
私達の前の中国人カップルにはスマホを渡され飛び立つところから回収されるところまで写メを爆裂撮りました。(チューしてるところも)
私達の順番になりスタッフから「写真撮ろうか?35ドルだよ」と英語で言われ「YES」と答え飛ぶ準備をしました。自撮り棒は自己責任でということだったのですが持って飛びました。
150メートルという高さは想像以上に高くて怖かったのですが、しばらくすれば慣れてしまいワイキキの景色、ダイヤモンドヘッド、クジラも見えて大満足でした!!!回収される前にスタッフのイタズラで足が水に浸かるぐらいまで降ろされたのも楽しかったです。
最後の1組だったため飛んでる時間も若干長かった気がします。最後にSDカードをもらい35ドル+チップを払いました。帰りは、送迎のバスに乗らずワイキキのビーチを歩いてアラモアナセンターに寄って帰りました。
船に乗っている間水しぶきがあると予想していたので私達は水着を着用していきました。水着を着用するか、濡れても良い服を着て行った方が良いと思います。
帰ってから撮って頂いた写真を見ると70枚も撮ってくれていて大変満足でした。
皆さん是非このツアーに参加することをお勧めします!!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/高さ150メートル エキストリームライド |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/19 |
Reviewed by: プップクプー
I chose Gunstock Ranch from the many horseback riding plans available. Since I don't know about other horseback riding experiences, I can't compare, but I truly recommend Gunstock Ranch. First of all, the horses are calm and easy to ride. I had no anxiety at all. I didn't understand the English explanations very well, but it's reassuring even for first-timers. And above all, the course is fantastic. There are mountains and the sea, so I wasn't bored from start to finish. This time, I took the one-hour course, and I think it's just the right amount of time. If it were any longer, my legs might get tired...
たくさんある乗馬プランの中から、このガンストック牧場を選びました。他の乗馬を知らないので、比べられませんが、ガンストック牧場は本当にお勧めです。まずは馬がおとなしくて乗りやすいです。全く不安がありませんでした。英語の説明はよくわかりませんでしたが、初めての方でも安心です。そして何よりもコースが最高です。山あり海ありで、最初から最後まで退屈しませんでした。今回は1時間コースでしたが、調度良い時間だと思います。それ以上長いと足が疲れてしまうかも・・・。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/27 |
Reviewed by: りょう
We formed groups of four and enjoyed a leisurely horseback ride while taking in the seaside views. The horses were well-trained and intelligent.
4人づつパーティーになって、海辺の景色を見ながらののんびりとした乗馬でした。きちんと調教された賢い馬たちでした。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Nick
We did the campfire dinner ride. They keep it to 2 to 6 people. We were the only 2 on the ride that night so it was a wonderful private ride too. It was very pleasant not being in a line of 20 horses like other places we rode. The ride is very enjoyable. Beautiful scenery. Relaxing ride. Clean pathway. Fresh air. The campfire is at the top of a hill so it was a little breezy. We went in December so it was a little cool. Dinner was nice. Good size steak and shrimp, macaroni salad, rice, fresh fruits, smores. More than we could eat. The guide was pleasant and helped my wife the couple times her horse wanted to go another direction. She let me lead a few times while she helped my wife. We will definitely do this ride when we make it back to Oahu.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Sunset Ride & Campfire Dinner [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: mrfujisan
crew was competent and friendly. it was an easy boat ride to turtle canyon. crew kept close eye on snorkelers for swimmer safety and protection of turtles. I saw the crew actually pick up plastic bag debris drifting by the site (left by someone else) to prevent the turtles from ingesting it. That's my kind of tour operators!!! After snorkeling, Holokai set sail and we had a fantastic wind powered ride. it was great. I will use them again, and I will recommend them to my friends for when the come to Waikiki.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Vicky
I signed up for the movie location tour and the Secret Island tour. The morning movie location tour had unfortunate weather with occasional rain, but we were able to see beautiful scenery during the sunny intervals, and the guide's explanations were interesting, so I was very satisfied. By the afternoon, the rain had stopped, and I was excited for the 3-hour sunbathing session on Secret Island, but I encountered disappointing service. First, we were taken by bus from the visitor center to the Secret Island, and when we arrived at the dock, the driver left without saying anything, leaving us and about a dozen others to wait for 30 minutes until the boat from the opposite shore returned. When the boat finally arrived and we reached Secret Island, we were told that the return boat would leave at 2:00 PM. Since it was 12:00 PM when we got off the boat, we only had 2 hours. A white customer who was on the same boat also complained to the staff after waiting for 30 minutes and having only 2 hours of free time, but they told him to speak to the guide and did not take it seriously. In the end, the guide did not take the return bus either, and we had no chance to express our dissatisfaction. What could have been a fun trip turned out to be very disappointing due to this service.
映画ロケ地ツアーとシークレットアイランドツアーを申し込みました。午前中のロケ地ツアーは、時々雨の降るあいにくの天気でしたが、晴れ間には綺麗な景色も見る事ができ、ガイドの説明も面白く、とても満足でした。午後になると雨も止み、いよいよ3時間のシークレットアイランドでの日光浴に向けて期待が高まってきたところで、残念な対応をされてしまいました。先ず、ビジターセンターからシークレットアイランド行きのバスで送ってもらい、船着場に着いたのですが、ドライバーは何も言わず行ってしまい、残された私達十数人はそこで対岸の船が戻って来るまで30分も待ちぼうけ。ようやく迎えの船が来てシークレットアイランドに着くと、14:00に帰りの船が出るとの事。船を降りた時点で12:00だったので、2時間しか有りません。同じ船に乗った白人のお客も30分待たされた挙句、2時間しか自由時間が無いと係員にクレームしていましたが、ガイドに言ってくれと言って取り合いません。結局ガイドさんも帰りのバスには乗らず、不満を伝えるチャンスも有りませんでした。せっかくの楽しい旅行が、この対応で非常に不満の残る残念なものとなってしまいました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 通常プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Tips and suggestions
Reply from activity provider
An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
Aloha,
Thank you for participating in the lesson for the third time. I am very happy to hear that your child had a wonderful time. In private lessons, we can tailor the sessions to each individual customer, so I'm glad we could meet your needs. We look forward to your participation in the surf camp next time!
MAHALO!
Aloha,
三回目のレッスン参加ありがとうございます。お子様が楽しいひと時をお過ごしになられて、大変嬉しく思います。
プライベートレッスンですと、お客様一人ひとりに合ったレッスンが出来ますので、ご要望に応えられて良かったと思います。
次回はサーフキャンプでのご参加お待ちしてます!
MAHALO!