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We participated as three adults. In Guam, we couldn't join due to strong winds, so I was determined to experience it. I was able to fully enjoy the thrill of 150 meters. Looking at the deep blue sea and sky, I felt like a bird; even though it was a short five minutes, it was pleasant. I also appreciated the captain's friendliness. Everything was in English, and I didn't understand the content at all, but I could see the surrounding foreigners laughing, so I felt they must have been having a fun conversation.

At first, my husband wasn't very enthusiastic, but it seemed he enjoyed it the most. Next time, I want to challenge something even higher.

大人3人で参加しました。グアムでは、風が強いと参加ができなかったので、絶対に経験したいと思っていました。150ｍのスリルを存分味わうことができました。真っ青な海と空を眺め、鳥になった気分で、5分間という短い時間でいたが、心地よかったです。また、船長さんの気さくさにも好感がもてました。すべて英語で、全く内容がわからなかったのですが、まわりの外国のかたが笑って見えたので、きっと楽しいお話をしているのだろうと感じました。
最初は、乗り気でなかった夫ですが、一番気に入っいたようです。次回は、もっと高いものに挑戦したいと思います。

This was my first experience with parasailing. I couldn't imagine what 90 meters would be like, but even for someone like me who isn't good with thrill rides, it was fine. You go up into the sky all at once from the cruiser. The view from above was amazing, as I could see the entire city of Waikiki, and it felt really good. The staff were locals, but they spoke some Japanese words, so there were no issues.

パラセイリング初体験です。90Ｍとはどんなものかも想像つきませんでしたが、絶叫マシンが苦手な私でも大丈夫。クルーザーから一気に空へと上がります。空からはワイキキの街全体が見られてとても気持ちがよかったです。スタッフは現地の方でしたが、単語日本語を話してくれるので問題ないです

There were six participants in total, including my husband and me, along with four foreigners. The snorkeling was at a depth of about 7 to 8 meters. I wore a 2mm wetsuit, and the water felt quite cold, but it was an incredibly happy experience to swim alongside the large honu (sea turtles) while leisurely gliding through the water. In addition to the honu, I was surrounded by many black fish. My husband, who is not a strong swimmer, enjoyed sailing on the boat, but he was satisfied because he could also see the honu coming up for air from the boat! The staff was kind and friendly as well.

参加者は私たち夫婦と外国の方４名の計６名。シュノーケリングは水深7～8Ｍ程のところでしょうか。私は２ミリのウエット着用でしたがけっこう水は冷たくかんじましたが、スイスイの～んびり泳ぐ大きなホヌと一緒に泳くことができとっても幸せな体験でした。ホヌのほかにたくさんの黒い魚にも囲まれました。泳ぎのニガテな主人は船上でセイリングを楽しむだけでしたが、ホヌも息継ぎのために時々顔をだすので船の上からでもみることができ満足！とのこと。スタッフも親切で良い方でした。

Our honeymoon was made complete with this adventure! If you dont do anything else on this island aside from enjoying the beautiful beaches, go ziplining with Keana Farms. The staff is awesome, professional and SAFE! An unforgettable experience! Thank you Keana Farms staff!

I participated with four friends from my hula class. Before the hula lesson, we received information about the plants that were planted and explanations of the exhibits in the building (which were very educational), and then we had our beloved Noelani's lesson... Amazingly, it was just the four of us experiencing it!!! We even had time to practice writing the hula and I made sure to remember it well for my return home.

However, it's unfortunate that the shuttle service from Honolulu to the Bishop Museum, which was included in the past two visits, was no longer available this time. I was considering taking The Bus, but since the start time is in the morning, I thought there would be many students commuting. So, I took a taxi there (which took about 20 minutes) and returned by The Bus. On the way back, there were many students on board, and I had to stand for about an hour. Since our time was limited, that hour of travel was precious, so I hope they will reinstate the shuttle service.

フラ教室の仲間4人と参加しました。フラレッスン前に植えられている植物のお話や館内での展示物の説明（とっても勉強になりました。）を受け、大好きなノエラニのレッスンに…。なんと私たち4人だけで体験することに!!!振りを書く時間もあり、しっかり覚えて帰国しました。

ただ、残念なのが過去2回はホノルルからビショップミュージアムの送迎付だったのに今回からなくなっていました。ザ・バスの移動と考えてましたが、開始時間が朝なので時間帯から学校へ通う学生がたくさん乗るだろうと、行きはタクシー（所要時間20分）帰りはザ・バスで移動。帰りも学生がたくさん乗ってて1時間ぐらい立ちっぱなしでした。滞在時間が限られているので、1時間の移動は貴重なので送迎付を復活してほしいです。

The instructor only spoke English, but since the parasailing setup is simple, advanced English wasn't really necessary. Q. Where should I hold? → "Grip the band and don't touch the hook." Q. How should I sit? → "Sit deep. No 'Carmen Electra' position!" They taught us things like that!! It was easy!! The view of Diamond Head and the hotels from the ocean in Waikiki was breathtaking. It was a wonderful experience. There were also people flying with a video camera attached to a selfie stick. It seems there is a band for securing it.

インストラクターの兄さんは英語のみしかはなせませんでしたが、パラセイルの作りが簡単なのかあまり高度な英語は必要ありませんでした。Q．手はどこを持つのか？→「バンドを握って、フックは触らないでね」Q．座り方はどうするのか？→「ふかく腰掛けてね。コマネチ状態はだめ〜」など、教えてくれました！！カンタンでした！！ワイキキの海から見下ろすダイヤモンドヘッドやホテルたちは圧巻。とても良い経験でした。ビデオカメラをセルフィー棒につけて飛んでいた人もいました。固定用のバンドがあるみたいです。

I had a great time. The shuttle service made me feel secure. I appreciated being able to choose the height. I recommend bringing a waterproof camera or smartphone.

とても楽しかったです。送迎つきなので安心です。高さを選べるのもありがたいです。防水のカメラかスマホを持っていくのをおすすめします。

Since it was my first time, I chose the lowest option at 45 meters, but I was very satisfied. There were no staff members who spoke Japanese, but it wasn't a problem!

初めてだったということもあり、一番低い４５メートルにしましたが十分満足できました。日本語が話せるスタッフさんはいなかったんですが、問題なかったです！

I unexpectedly booked parasailing after my brother told me before departure, "You absolutely have to do it!!" The result was truly amazing!!! The first moment of takeoff was a bit scary, but once I was flying, I strangely felt no fear and was just intoxicated by the breathtaking views. In the end, as is customary, I was dropped into the sea and landed on the boat completely soaked.

I highly recommend taking advantage of the $30 photo service! You can receive dozens of photos on an SD card.

By the way, the boat goes quite fast and has some bumps, so if you are prone to motion sickness, it's better to buy some motion sickness pills at ABC Store and take them. (I usually don't get car sick, but I was quite affected this time.)

当初予定になかったパラセーリング、出発前に兄に「絶対やった方がいい！！」と言われて急遽予約を入れました。
結果は本当に最高でした！！！　飛び立つ最初の一瞬だけは怖かったけど、飛んでみると不思議に怖さはなく只々絶景に酔いしれていました。
最後はお約束？で海に落とされ全身ずぶ濡れになった後船に着地。
30ドルで写真撮影のサービスも絶対利用した方がいいです！
数十枚のデータをSDカードでもらえます

ちなみにボートは結構なスピードでしかも揺れがあるので乗り物酔いする人は
ABCストアで酔い止めを買って飲んだほうが良いです。（普段車で酔ったりしないですがこの時は結構やられました）

The tour was really great. However, it seems that the couple on their honeymoon who didn't request additional photo sessions had a significantly shorter time in the air, so that seems to be important.

ツアーはすごく良かったです。
しかし、追加の写真撮影を頼まなかったハネムーンの夫婦の滞空時間が圧倒的に短かかったので、その辺は大事みたいです〜

I experienced the 110m before, and this time I went for the 150m, and I absolutely recommend the 150m! You can go higher and enjoy it for a longer time! Also, you can land without getting wet at all, but I found it more fun to get splashed!

前に110mを体験し、今回150mにしたのですが
絶対150mがオススメです！
高く上がれるし時間も長く楽しめます！
あと、全く濡れずにランディングもできますが
水浴びた方が楽しかったです！

I participated at 90 meters. It was very moving, and the sea was beautiful. Next time, I might want to go higher. I was told that for $30, I could get photos taken, but since all the participants were Japanese, we passed around a digital camera and took turns! However, there were five groups, so we had to wait about an hour, and most of the groups got seasick. I struggled too—I'd recommend taking medication even for those who usually don't get seasick.

90メートルで参加しました。とても感動で、海が綺麗でした。次はもっと高くてもいいかなー。30ドル払えば写真とってもらえると言われましたが、参加者が全員日本人だったのでデジカメを渡し、取り合いっこしました！ただ5組いたので、1時間くらい待ち時間があり、ほとんどの組が船酔いしてました/ _ ;私も辛かった〜普段酔わない方も薬飲むのをオススメします。

Friendly stafff.... everything was perfect.... no regrets

This was my second time in North Shore. My first visit was packed with activities, so this time I wanted to relax with shopping, eating, and enjoying the beach in Haleiwa, so I joined the free time plan.

It seems you can also get to Haleiwa by The Bus, but since it's a precious day, I chose to join the tour to prioritize time spent at the location over time spent on the bus.

First, we stopped by the Moanalua Gardens, known for its famous tree, and then we visited the Dole Plantation. Here, you have a choice.

1. For those who just want a quick visit and shopping, there's a 30-minute stay.
2. For those who want to enjoy the maze and ride the train, there's a 2-hour stay. They will inform you of the two meeting times, so you can return to the vehicle at your preferred time.

After that, we went to see the turtles (unfortunately, there were no turtles, but thanks to our guide's thoughtfulness, we were able to see them at another beach at the end of the tour!).

Upon arriving in Haleiwa, there are also two options:
1. A return to Turtle Bay after about 40 minutes of stay (for horseback riding or strolling), or
2. A longer stay of about 3.5 hours in Haleiwa.

I indulged in garlic shrimp and huli huli chicken, and after that, I bought an iced espresso at the Coffee Gallery and enjoyed banana pancakes at Waialua Bakery while heading to the beach.

The beach was not the bustling Waikiki or the big wave beaches typical of the North Shore; it was a place where locals relaxed, sunbathed, and canoed, creating a laid-back atmosphere.

This tour allowed us to choose between a short or long stay at each destination, which was very nice and relaxed. Above all, I felt I had a wonderful time thanks to our guide's kind and fun personality.

If I want to spend another laid-back time in North Shore, I would love to join again. (＾。＾)

Oh, one thing that was a bit disappointing was that the microphone in the vehicle wasn't very sensitive, making it hard to hear... maybe? (＾＾；

ノースショアーは今回２回目・・・初めてのノースはてんこ盛りのツアーだったので、今回はハレイワでショッピングと食べ歩きとビーチでのんびりしたかったので、フリータイムプランに参加しました。


ハレイワまではザ・バスでも行けるようですが、貴重な1日・・・車内より現地滞在時間を重視する為にもツアーに参加しました。


まずはこの木なんの木のモアルナガーデン立ち寄り、その後ドール・パイナップル園の立ち寄ります。ここで、選択できます。

①ササッと見学とショッピングのみの希望者の為に約３０分の滞在・・・また、②迷路や汽車に乗るなどゆっくり楽しみたい人は約２時間の滞在・・・2つの集合時間を教えてくれるので好きな時間に車に戻れば良いのです。

その後は亀さん見学（残念なことに亀さんはいませんでしたが、ガイドさんの心遣いによりツアー最終にも別の海岸に行ってくれたので見れました♪）

ハレイワに到着し、ここでも選択は二つ・・・①４０分程度の滞在で車に戻りタートルベイへ（乗馬や散策）または、②ハレイワで長時間の希望は３時間半程度滞在出来ます。

フリフリチキン・ガーリックシュリンプをほおばり、食後はコーヒーギャラリーでアイスエスプレッソを買いワイアルアベーカリーでバナナパンケーキを食べながら、ビーチへ向かいました。

ビーチは賑やかなワイキキでも無く、ノース特有の大きな波のビーチでも無く・・・地元の方がのんびり日光浴したりカヌーをしたりゆったりとした時間のながれるビーチでした。

今回のツアーは行き先々で滞在時間を【　ショート　】か【　ロング　】かに選択できる・・・ゆる～い感じがとっても良かったです。なによりガイドさんの優しく楽しい人柄にとても良い時間を貰った気がしました。

またノースショアーでゆる～い時間を過ごしたくなったら、参加したいと思います。（＾。＾）

あっ、ひとつだけ残念だったのは・・・車内マイクの感度が良くなく聴き取りにくかったこと・・・かな？（＾＾；

I was relieved that there was a shuttle from Waikiki, but no matter how long I waited, the trolley just wouldn't come (I waited for nearly 20 minutes)... In a panic, I thought I had to contact them in English, so I asked the hotel concierge to call for me. They said, "We are at the bus stop, but we can't see you, so we left." Apparently, they came to pick me up while I was away from the bus stop.

I was half resigned to the fact that I might not be able to participate, but they kindly sent a car to pick me up and changed me to the next departure. I am truly grateful for their kindness.

My friend has a fear of heights, but I somewhat forcefully made a reservation for this tour. When we went out to sea on the boat, put on the parachute, and took off from the boat, I was quite nervous at that moment. We climbed higher and higher. I couldn't stop trembling as I looked down, but I was surprised to see my friend, who is supposed to be afraid of heights, having so much fun and being so excited. After a while, I calmed down and was moved by the beauty of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the sky.

It was very quiet up there without any wind, and it felt like I had become a bird. The blue horizon and sky were amazing! Although it cost a bit extra, I was glad I requested photo shooting. They quickly burned it onto a DVD and recorded videos, so I had a surprise enjoyment when I returned to Japan. They even captured the moment my feet touched the sea perfectly.

It's a pity I couldn't bring a waterproof camera up there. If I go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate in this company's tour. It was the best time, feeling like I had become a bird.

ワイキキから送迎があるので安心していたのですが、待てど暮せどトロリーが一向に来ない(２０分近く待ちました)・・・焦った挙句電話しても英語とにかく連絡をしなくてはと思いホテルのコンシェルジュにお願いして電話してもらったら「今バス停にいますが姿が見えないので発射しました」とのことバス停を離れてる間に迎えに来たらしいのです。
もう参加できないのかと半ばあきらめていたのですが、車で迎えに来ていただき、次の便に変更していただきました。
ほんとに親切にしていただきありがたいかぎりです。
私の友人は高所恐怖症なのですが、半ば強引にこのツアーを予約しました。
ボートで沖まで出てパラシュートを装着しボートからテイクオフする瞬間結構ドキドキしていました。
ぐんぐん上って行きます。私は足元を見てしまい震えが止まりませんでしたが、高所恐怖症のはずの友人がとても楽しそうにはしゃいでいるのにびっくり・・しばらくすると私も気持ちが落ち着き、空からのワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドの美しさに感動しました。
風もなく上空はとても静かでまるで鳥になったかのようでした。
青く広がる水平線と空が最高！
少し料金はかかりますが写真撮影はお願いしてよかったです。ＤＶＤにすぐ焼いてもらって動画もとってくれていたので日本に帰ってからサプライズな楽しみがありました。
足が海につかる瞬間もばっちり撮れてました。
防水のカメラがあれば上空にもって行けたのに残念でした。
また、ハワイに行ったら是非この会社のツアーに参加したいです。
鳥になった気分を味わえて最高な時間でした。

My husband and I did this together, and it was a lot of fun. It wasn't as scary as we were expecting but the views were still breathe taking. The Hawaiian Parasail crew really knows how to make the experience and the photos we purchased from them were lots of fun. We definitely recommend them.

We got the 300 foot package for our 8 year old daughter, and the 1000 foot for ourselves, on our Hawaiian vacation and she's still talking about it a month later. Hawaiian Parasail really knows how to make the experience plus the photos we purchased were lots of fun. Definitely recommend them.

The show was impressive and very enjoyable. I rated it four stars because it was hot and sunny until sunset, but the service was very pleasant, as they offered drinks to the kids and provided two leis. The buffet was delicious and catered to Japanese tastes, so I even had some sushi that I wouldn't typically eat in Hawaii. I would love to participate again.

迫力あるショーでとても楽しかったです。
日没まで、日が当たり暑かったので、星4つにしましたが、ドリンクを子供にサービスしてくれたり、レイを二つ掛けてくれたりと、とても感じの良い接客でした。
ビュッフェもおいしく、日本人好みの味だったので、ハワイで食べない海苔巻も頂きました。
また参加したいです。

I chose the highest altitude. I was able to float gently and enjoy a walk in the sky. Even though I'm not a big fan of heights, it felt nice. The boat was small, but perhaps because the time was short, I didn't get seasick. The shuttle service to and from the location was quite fast, which was a bit scary but refreshing. My Japanese was limited, but I was able to convey the important things. The boat mentioned that tips were included, so we didn't pay, but the participants from Europe and America were tipping, which left us a little confused about what to do.

１番高い高度を選びました。ふわっと浮き上がって空中散歩を楽しめました。
高いところはそんなに好きでない私でも気持ち良かったです。
船は小型でしたが時間が短いためか酔いませんでした。
行き帰りの送迎トロリーが速度ぶっ飛ばしだったので少し怖かったですが爽快でした。
日本語は片言程度でしたが大事なことは伝わりました。
チップは含まれていますと船に書いていたので、私たちは払いませんでしたが、欧米の参加者の方は払っていてどうすればいいのか少し迷いました。

At first, I was apprehensive about being on the boat... As someone who isn't good with thrill rides, I was worried about whether I could handle it. But once I got on...! I have never seen the streets of Hawaii from such a high vantage point! I was moved by the scenery that you can only see by doing this!! It was a bit scary being swayed by the wind (laughs), but I want to ride it again＾＾

最初はおそるおそる船に揺られ・・・絶叫系のアトラクションが苦手な私は乗れるかどうか不安になっていました。
それが乗ってみると・・・！
あんな高くからハワイの街を一望したことはありません！というかコレをしないと見られない景色に感動しました！！風に揺られて、多少怖かったですが(笑)
また乗りたいです＾＾

Very fun activity plus it is pretty quick and easy to fit in to the schedule! Highly recommend the 800ft length, you get a fuller experience. We had a fun crew, they take pictures on a Nikon camera, but ours turned out dark because of the shadow when the sun was rising. Great couples activity, nice alone time. Highly recommend to bring a gopro or camera with a wrist strap.

The was an awesome activity to do! My wife and I didn't want to go out and free swim with shark so this cage was perfect. We had a great crew that was nice, entertaining and took care of us. A very enjoyable time! A little tip is to go earlier in day because after about 9:30 or 10 the water starts to get rougher and rocks the boat more.

Sailing and snorkeling was really cool the boat is really nice and the ones in charge are funny and in good spirit

Parasailing with the kids! At first, I was nervous, but once we took off, the blue sky, blue sea, and magnificent scenery were breathtaking. I want to experience it again if I get the chance!

子供達と、パラセーリング！
最初はドキドキ いざ飛んでみると、
青い空に青い海 そして壮大な景色
圧巻でした。
又機会があればもう一度体感したいね！

Cultural Center is Amazing as always. I love the people, they are so kind, courteous and always so helpful, really show the Aloha spirit. Show "HA" was Absolutely fantastic. Love the new production style show. Awesome time for my family to be here.
MAHALO!!

It was a so-called experiential horseback riding where we only walked at a trot along the side roads and through the coastal woodland, rather than riding at the polo field. The photo was taken while walking through the woodland, and we did not walk at all along the coastline.

ポロ競技場で乗馬をするのではなく、側道や海沿いの雑木林を並脚で歩くだけのいわゆる体験乗馬でした。
写真は雑木林を歩いているときに撮ったもので、海岸沿いは一歩も歩きません。

I usually take riding lessons, so I thought I would be able to ride at the polo field by participating in this, but that wasn't the case. It was just a so-called experience ride, where we walked at a leisurely pace along the side roads and by the sea. I thought we could walk along the beach, but the waves were rough, and we couldn't get close. When I asked the guide (who seemed to be the youngest in a family business), she said it’s always rough there. The photos posted by Alan 1 were just taken on the beach for the purpose of photography. After it was over, I mentioned that I couldn't do any cantering, and I was told there is an advanced course that has a reservation for tomorrow, but since I was returning home the next day, I had to regretfully decline. It's a shame that Alan 1 didn't have that course available.

普段乗馬を習っていて、これに参加したらポロ競技場で乗馬ができるのかと思っていたのですが、違いました。側道や海沿いを並足で歩くだけのいわゆる体験乗馬でした。
途中で海岸を歩けるのかと思ったら、波が荒くて近寄れなくて、ガイドの女の子に聞いたら（ファミリービジネスの末っ子さんらしい）いつも荒れてるとのことで・。
アラン１さん掲載の写真は写真を撮るために浜辺に入って撮影するだけのものでした。
終わった後に、駈け足ができなかったと伝えたら、アドバンスドコースというのがあるらしく、明日予約が入るのでそちらでどうかと言われましたが翌日帰国だったのであえなく断念しました。アラン１さんにそのコースがなかったのが残念です。

The program picks you up around 8:30 AM from major hotels in Waikiki via a private large bus. You will depart at 2:30 PM and return to your original hotel.

It takes about 30 minutes to Sea Life Park, enjoying the coastal scenery along Diamond Head and Coco Marina, so it wasn't a burden even with children.

At the Dolphin Encounter, there is a pre-explanation for Japanese visitors by Japanese staff as soon as you enter (the activities will be in English). The changing room is spacious, so changing is not an issue, but the showers afterward do not have hot water, so bringing a larger bath towel to dry off properly might be necessary as it could be a bit cold.

With about eight people in one group, the time spent playing with the dolphins felt shorter compared to my previous experience in Mexico, and I found it a bit lacking.

You can enter the space in front of the pool with a stroller, so while my wife watched our 0-year-old, I took photos and videos from there. The entire Sea Life Park is stroller-friendly, so if you're unsure, I think it's better to bring one.

After the activities, there are dolphin shows, a turtle pool, children's play equipment, and souvenir shops, which provide plenty of time to kill before the return bus.

For meals, there are light snacks like hot dogs and pizza. However, many of the hot dogs are spicy, so caution is needed as they might be too hot for children.

プログラムは8:30位にワイキキの主要ホテルから専用の大型バスにてピックアップ。
現地14:30の出発で元のホテルに戻ります。

シーライフパークまでダイヤモンドヘッドやココマリーナなどの海岸沿いの
景色を楽しみながら30分程ですので子連れでも苦になりませんでした。

ドルフィンエンカウンターは、入場してすぐに日本人スタッフにより日本人向けの
事前説明があります。(アクティビティーは英語になります。)
更衣室は広く着替えは問題ないですが、終わった後のシャワーはお湯が
でないので大きめのバスタオルを持参してしっかり拭かないとちょっと寒いかも知れません。
8名くらいで1グループなので以前体験したメキシコと比べるとイルカと遊ぶ時間は短く、
少し物足りないと感じました。

プールの手前のスペースまでベビーカーで一緒に入って行けますので
0歳児は妻に見てもらいながら、そこから写真、ビデオの撮影をしました。
シーライフパーク全体がベビーカーで回れるので、迷っている場合は
持って行った方が良いと思います。

アクティビティー後は、イルカショーやウミガメのプール、子供用の遊具、お土産店
があって、帰りのバスまでは十分に時間潰しになります。

食事は軽食中心にホットドッグやピザがあります。ただしホットドッグ類は
スパイシーなものが多くて子供には辛いので注意が必要です。

Waikiki has a completely different atmosphere. Riding in the great outdoors was very refreshing. I was nervous before getting on the horse, but it seemed well-trained, and my anxiety disappeared shortly after I started riding. I enjoyed the beautiful nature while taking photos!

I wanted to see the filming locations for Jurassic Park and Lost, so I chose the 2-hour course this time, but I started to get a bit bored in the second half. One hour felt too short, while two hours felt a bit too long. In the latter part, I started to feel pain in my legs, probably because I was using muscles I don't usually use.

However, I was able to have an experience that I definitely can't have in Japan, and I'm satisfied!

ワイキキとは全く雰囲気が全く異なります。大自然の中、乗馬をするのはとても新鮮でした。
馬に乗るまでは緊張しましたが、よく調教されているようで、乗って間もなくその不安はなくなりました。写真を撮りながら、大自然を満喫しました！
ジュラシックパークとロストのロケ地を見たいと思い、今回は2時間コースにしましたが、後半はちょっと飽きてきてしまいました。1時間では物足りず、2時間では多いといった感じです。
後半は、普段つかわないきんにを使っているのか、足が痛くなってしまいました。
でも、日本では絶対にできない体験をすることができて、満足しています！

In the morning, we gathered at Aloha Landing, but although we were supposed to meet at 8:05, some people arrived late at the same spot. Since we were scheduled to depart at 8:15, it wasn't a significant delay...

After picking up everyone from other locations, we set off for the North Shore. After driving for a while on the highway, we arrived at the park famous for the "This Tree, What Tree" Hitachi commercial. We could see it from outside, but it costs $3 to enter, and since the restrooms were inside the park, we reluctantly paid the $3. Our stay was short at just 15 minutes, and I didn't feel it was worth the $3. We took some photos while we were there, and the driver actively took pictures for us as well.

After 15 minutes, we departed for our next destination, the Dole Plantation. The guide was introducing famous spots along the way, but since we were on the highway, the engine noise made it impossible to hear the guide's voice. Even though I wanted to hear the explanations, I couldn't say anything because our seats were predetermined.

At the Dole Plantation, we had 30 minutes of free time. We enjoyed the famous pineapple soft serve and looked at souvenirs before heading to the meeting point. When it was time to gather, not everyone was present, and the guide didn't seem to be looking for them. Eventually, everyone assembled, and we set off for the next destination, the town of North Shore.

Upon arriving in the town of North Shore, the guide gave a brief introduction while driving, and then we were free to explore for 3.5 hours. The town had a charming old-fashioned atmosphere and was very beautiful, but after eating the famous garlic chicken, I was too full to try the other local specialty, Matsumoto Shave Ice. If you want to try Matsumoto Shave Ice, be prepared to either buy one and share, as they are quite large, or narrow down your choices beforehand.

Although I didn't have the shave ice, I looked at the goods being sold there. Others gathered with the guide at 12:30 to head to eat shrimp caught in North Shore, but we were too full, so we took a walk to the beach. Originally, I had brought my swimsuit because I read online that you could play in the North Shore sea, but the guide didn't mention anything about that, and when we got to the beach, we were told to be careful not to get our feet wet, so it didn't seem like we could go in, and I gave up on that idea.

We looked at the beach, rested in the shade, and unlike Waikiki, we saw locals enjoying canoeing. It was very relaxing and heartwarming. To avoid being late for the 1:30 meeting time, we returned to the meeting point a bit early and waited for the bus. Once everyone gathered, we set off to see the sea turtles.

On the bus, we were told several times that since they are natural creatures, they might not be there. According to another group that had gone ahead, they mentioned that there might not be any today. After a short drive, we parked on the side of the road, and we were dropped off to see if we could find them between the palm trees leading to the beach, but there were no sea turtles. Our stay here was 15 minutes. After about 15 minutes, we were told, "That's too bad," and we departed.

I had previously learned from the internet and information sources that there is a beach where sea turtles can be seen with high probability, but that beach was about 1 kilometer behind the beach we were taken to, and since it wasn't on the route, we were told that they usually are there, but we were just unlucky this time. I felt like we were treated casually, which made me feel even more uncomfortable.

We drove straight back to Waikiki, and perhaps because I was feeling disappointed and uncomfortable, I was very tired and went straight back to the hotel.

朝、アロハランディングに集合したが、8:05に集合のはずが同じ所に集合の人が遅れて現れた。
8時5分集合で8時15分出発なので特に大きな遅れではなかったが…

ほかのピックアップ場所を回り全員揃ったのでノースショアに向けて出発。
高速道路に入りしばらく走らせた後「この木なんの木」の日立のCMで有名な公園に到着。外からも見えたが入園するのに3ドルかかるそうで初めは私達は入る予定がなかったがトイレが園内のためやむなく3ドルを支払った。滞在時間は15分と短く3ドル払う価値を感じられなかった。
せっかくなので写真を撮っておいた。ドライバーさんも積極的に写真を撮ってくれた。
15分が経ち次の目的地のドールプランテーションに向けて出発。道中ガイドが有名どころの紹介をしていたが、高速道路を走っていたため車内のエンジン音の音でがいどの声が全く聞こえなかった。ガイドの説明を聞きたくても席は初めに決まっていたため何も言う事が出来なかった。
ドールプランテーション内ではフリータイムプランのため滞在時間が30分。名物のパイナップルソフトクリームを食べたりお土産を見たりして時間のため集合場所に向かった。時間になっても全員集まらずガイドも探しに行く様子もなく全員が集合し、次の目的地のノースショアの街へ向けて出発。

ノースショアの街につき、ガイドが車を走らせながら軽く街の案内をし、フリータイムのため解散。フリープランはここでの滞在時間は3時間半。ノースショアの街は古い感じの街並みでとても綺麗だったが、名物のフリフリチキンを食べ、お腹が膨れてしまったため、もう一つの名物の松本シェーブアイスは食べることができなかった。松本シェーブアイスを食べたい方は、一つでもかなりの量なので、残す覚悟で買うか、食べたいものを事前に絞ることをおすすめする。

シェーブアイスを食べなかったが、そこで売られてるグッズを見たりした。ほかの人がガイドと共に12時半に集合し、もう一つの名物のノースショアで取れたエビを食べに車で向かって行ったが、私達はお腹がいっぱいだったため、ビーチまで散歩した。もともと、ノースショアの海で遊べるのかとインターネットで紹介があったので水着を持って行ったが、そんな説明もガイドからはなく、ビーチへ行っても足を濡らさないように気をつけてと言われ、入れる雰囲気ではなかったので諦めた。
ビーチを見て、少し日陰で休み、ワイキキとは違って地元民がカヌーなどを楽しんでいた。とてもほのぼのとしていて、リラックスできた。
集合の1時半にに遅れないため少し早めに集合場所へ戻り、バスを待った。そして全員が集まり、最後のウミガメを見に出発した。

バス内で何度か相手は自然のものだから居るとは限らない。先に行ったほかのグループの話によれば今日はいないかもしれないと話があった。と説明され、少し車を走らせた所に路駐し私達のみを降ろし、ヤシの木の間からビーチに出れば居るかもしれないとはなされ見に行ったが、ウミガメは居なかった。ここでの滞在時間は15分。約15分してすぐに残念でしたねーと言って出発。
インターネットやインフォメーションで聞いた所、ウミガメが高確率で見られるビーチがあることを事前に知っていたが、そのビーチは私達が下されたビーチの約1キロ後ろにあって、そこに行くのは順路では無いからと、帰り道の適当な所でいつもは居るんだよ、今回は運が悪かったねと言い、適当に扱われたと感じ、さらに不快な気分になった。

ひたすら車を走らせワイキキへ到着し、期待はずれや不快な気分になっていたからかとても疲れ、真っ直ぐホテルへ帰った。