All Reviews for North Shore, Oahu

I love this event!! My 15 year old daughter and I got to swim next to the big sea turtles. It was a fun experience! Looking forward to doing it again

This was amazing event!!!! It was a safe trip, and it was awesome seeing the sharks swimming very close. I'm looking forward to doing it again.

I experienced horseback riding for two hours.

I was a bit anxious since it was my first time riding, but the guide chose a well-behaved horse named Mercury for me. The female guide also spoke to me in broken Japanese and took care of me, which quickly eased my worries, and I was able to create wonderful memories in the great nature of Hawaii.

We leisurely rode along with the horse's pace for two hours, visiting filming locations like Jurassic Park in the valley. It was a great decision to choose horseback riding for two hours, as I was able to feel and reflect on many things with my whole body and senses, rather than just rushing through by bus.

The scenery was amazing, and it was interesting to see that each horse had its own unique personality.

For those who have never experienced horseback riding or haven't tried it in Hawaii, I highly recommend giving it a try.

２時間乗馬を体験しました。

初めての乗馬体験で少し不安でしたが、ガイドさんが相棒に選んでくれたマーキュリーは概ね行儀が良く、ガイドの女性も片言の日本語で話しかけてケアしてくれるので、すぐに不安も吹き飛び、ハワイの大自然の中で素晴らしい思い出ができました。

２時間ゆっくりした馬の歩みに合わせて、渓谷内にあるジュラシックパークなどのロケ地を巡りましたが、バスでザッと巡るよりも体全体、五感で色んなことを感じ、思いを巡らすことができて、２時間乗馬を選んで正解でした。

景色も素晴らしいですが、馬にもそれぞれ色んな個性があるようで、面白かったです。

乗馬体験がない方、ハワイで乗馬体験がない方、是非体験してみてはいかがでしょうか。

Terrible food at the luau. Not very authentic in terms of food or staff. Was like a discount Disneyland but with not very convincing landscaping. A total tourist trap in terms of knock off "artisan" items and souvenirs. However the show HA was amazing. If I ever went back, would only go for the show.

It was a great learning experience to see all the different cultures.
We had a great time and I highly recommend it its worth the trip.

The guide was very kind.

According to the original schedule, lunch was supposed to be after horseback riding, but we had lunch before riding. Despite it being outside of regular hours, they ordered the garlic shrimp for us early, allowing us to enjoy the food from the North Shore.

It was my first time horseback riding, and the horses were adorable. I was nervous at first, but I got used to it during the ride, and the 90 minutes flew by.

The scenery was beautiful, and I definitely want to use this service again.

ガイドの方が非常に親切でした。

事前のスケジュールでは乗馬の後にお昼ご飯でしたが、乗馬の前に昼食を頂きました。
時間外にもかかわらずガーリックシュリンプを早めに注文してくださって、ノースショアの食事を堪能できました。

乗馬は初めてだったのですが、馬もかわいくて、緊張しましたが、乗っている間に慣れてあっという間の90分でした。

景色も綺麗で、また是非利用したいと思います。

On the day I arrived in Hawaii, I received a call saying the pineapple train was not running, so I had to change to a free plan at the last minute. I was really looking forward to it, so it's disappointing.

ハワイ到着した当日、パイナップル列車が動かないと電話があり、急遽フリープランに変更しました。楽しみにしてただけに残念です。

The guide was a very nice person, and I enjoyed the conversation and participation. The various stops along the way were also well arranged, which was great.

ガイドさんがとてもいい人で、話も楽しく参加させて頂きました。途中の立ち寄り先もいろいろアレンジして頂きよかったです。

I read that the waiting time is incredibly long if you go late, so I rushed from Waikiki with a rental car and arrived before 9 AM. The briefing was very casual, and we were shown a video explaining that if anything goes wrong, it's all your fault. It was worth the rush because we took off on the first flight after about 40 minutes, and it took around 20 minutes to reach altitude. About eight of us lined up in two rows, and we dove one after another. There was no time to be scared; it was a quick free fall. They gave us goggles, but they didn't fit well, and wind got in, making it hard to see. I managed to see by holding them in place. After about 60 seconds, the parachute opened, and we enjoyed the scenery for about five minutes, which was really fun. The photos and videos cost over $100, so I secretly brought a micro camera to try filming! I managed to record something, but I couldn't get a full-body shot, and they asked us to empty our pockets beforehand, so I secretly attached it to my wristwatch. It seemed like it was not allowed, but I felt like they turned a blind eye. If you're considering this as a lifelong memory, it's worth spending the money!

遅く行くと待ち時間が恐ろしく長いと書き込みにあったので、レンタカーでワイキキからすっ飛ばして９時前につきました。講習などは超適当でやたら死んでも全てあなたのせいなどの説明ビデオを見せられます。急いで走って来たかいがあって１番目のフライトで40分ほどでテイクオフ・上空に上がるのに感覚20分程度、２列に並んだ８名ほどが次々ダイブします。怖いもクソもなくあっとゆう間に自由落下、ゴーグルをはめてくれますが合ってないのか風が入ってきてよく見えません手で押さえたらなんとか見えました。60秒ぐらいでパラセールが開いてそこから５分程度景色を楽しみながら余裕で楽しいです。写真ビデオは100ドル以上するので私はこっそりマイクロカメラを仕込み動画撮影にチャレンジ！なんとか撮影は出来ましたが、綺麗に全身は撮れませんし最初にポケットの中身は全て出すように言われますから、仕込みはこっそり腕時計につけて乗り込みました。本来はダメみたいで見て見ぬふりをしてもらっていたような気がします。一生の記念にと思われるならお金は出しましょう！

We had a great time! Everyone saw 3-4 8 to 10 foot sharks! Would sure do again!

While the scenery was excellent and the tour guides very hospitable, it was hard to call this a horseback "riding" tour. We walked the horses on a predefined trail, and while I understand the owner's concerns about the health of his/her animals and the variable level of riding experience of the participants, there should have been a chance to run, gallop, or at least trot on the animals to call it riding.

Sam was a wonderful friendly tour guide. I liked the flexibility of the tour, being able to do various activities and see many different things. The sea turtles were a highlight. I also enjoyed the history and personal anecdotes of the tour. It was the best part of my trip to Oahu.

I visit Hawaii every year.
I never miss horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch.
I absolutely recommend the two-hour course.
Horseback riding in the magnificent landscape is refreshing and the best!

毎年訪れるハワイ。
クアロアランチでの乗馬は欠かしません。
２時間コースがぜったいおすすめ。
壮大な大地での乗馬はリフレッシュでき最高です。

a good day, very enjoyable, the driver/host was informative.

I wanted to go horseback riding at Happy Trails but didn't have a way to get there, so I found this tour. It was a relief to be taken to the hard-to-reach Happy Trails. I don't need the doll or this tree, though... The guide was very pleasant, and I had a great time participating. I will use this service again when I go horseback riding.

ハッピートレイルズの乗馬がしたいが足がなく、このツアーを発見しました。
行きにくいハッピートレイルズに連れて行ってもらい助かりました。
なので、ドールとこの木は必要ないのですが。。
ガイドさんはとても感じの良い方で楽しく参加できました。
また乗馬の時は使わせていただきます。

My first time at Kualoa Ranch!! We chose the four-wheeler activity at my husband's request.

I’m confident in driving, so we set off from Waikiki early in a relaxed manner, hoping it wouldn’t rain despite the ominous clouds. We arrived at the meeting point before the 8:45 AM start time.

The restaurant next to the shop offered breakfast, and we were able to have a light meal with coffee and muffins.

Now, onto the four-wheeler! After watching the explanation video in Japanese, I learned that if you fail the test… you’ll be denied boarding… and instead… have to ride in the truck to observe… oh no!

Feeling nervous, I straddled the vehicle and pressed the accelerator with my thumb, but it required more grip strength than I expected. Plus, the steering was heavy… I had no room to spare… The instructor in front was taking the curves smoothly, so I had to desperately follow about 2 meters behind.

There were three other people with us, all foreigners, who seemed to handle it just fine. I managed to pass the test, but at one point, a foreign mother dropped out, proving that grip strength is indeed quite necessary.

However, as I gradually got used to it, I started to enjoy the breathtaking views, feeling like I was part of a movie scene. It rained partway through, but it felt refreshing, and splashing through puddles and bumpy roads became fun.

The two hours flew by. I’m really happy with the experience. I recommend enjoying the full two hours rather than just one!

初めてのクワロアランチ!! 数あるアクティビティから四輪バギーを選んだのは、旦那さまのリクエストでした。
車の運転には自信があるので、気楽な感じで早朝ワイキキを出発、怪しい雲行きで雨が降ったらやだなぁ～と思いつつ、現地には集合時間の8時45分前には到着出来ました。
売店隣りのレストランでは、朝食の用意もあり、コーヒーとマフィンで軽く腹ごしらえも出来ました。
いざ、四輪バギーへ♪日本語のビデオで説明を聞いてみると、テストに落ちたら…乗車拒否…しかも…トラックに乗って見学…ガーン
緊張の中、またがってアクセルを親指で押すのですが、思った以上に握力がいるのです。
しかも、ハンドルの重いこと…余裕なんて全くありません…目の前のインストラクターはカーブをキュルキュル切るので、必死に２ｍ後をついていかなければいけないのです。
私達以外は３名、外人さんで、へっちゃらそうでした。なんとかテストをクリア出来たのですが…途中、外人のお母さんが脱落するなど、やっぱり握力がかなり必要なをです。
でも、次第に慣れてくると、大絶景も見れるようになり、まるで映画のワンシーンに溶け込んだみたいでした。雨が途中で降ったりしましたが、それが気持ち良くて、水溜まりのダイブや凸凹道も面白くなってきます。
2時間も、あっと言う間でした。いい体験が出来たと喜んでいます。
1時間より、2時間満喫される事をおすすめします～

Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I wanted to do something memorable, so I used this service. Even though it's a tropical paradise, it was cold at an altitude of 4,000 meters. During the descent, my body hurt from the wind pressure (it's beyond imagination), but it's a refreshing kind of pain that you can only experience there. You can see all of Hawaii from above, and I was just so moved.

You can add a photographer as an option, but it's a bit pricey. However, if it's your first time, I definitely recommend getting one!

After returning home, I watched the video and photos with my friends and family. Recently, one of my family members traveled to Hawaii, and I had recommended this experience. They participated and said, "It was just amazing! Thank you for telling me about it." It's truly the best experience that I remember fondly!

初めてのハワイだったので、思い出に残ることをやりたいということで利用しました。
南国といえども、高度４０００メートルの上空は寒かったです。
落下の際は、体が風圧で痛いんですが（想像を超えます）そこでしか体感できない爽快な痛さです★
ハワイを一望できますし、とにかく感動しました。
オプションで、カメラマンを付けることができるんですが、少し金額は高め。でも、絶対初めてであるなら付けたほうがいいです！！

帰国してから、その動画と写真を友人や家族と一緒に見ました。
先日、家族の１人が旅行でハワイに行きましたが、おススメしておいたところ参加したようで、「もう、最高すぎた！教えてくれてありがとう」なんて感謝もされてしまいました。
いつ思い出しても最高の体験です！！

Great time on the ocean. We saw both dolphins and whales and the weather was perfect.

Booked an "Ambassador Package" as it seemed to offer a comprehensive itinerary and very glad we did as it took care of all the planning necessary to view the centre in a day.
The prime rib and seafood buffet was as good as expected considering the amount of guests it was catering for. The different cultural villages provided a good mix of information and humour as not to overload visitors brains. Guest involvement in traditional customs such as weaving and drumming was fun.
The "Ha" show was excellent, keeping the audience fully focused and entertained.
I would recommend the travel inclusive package from Waikiki. Smooth bus operation and after a full day, an opportunity to relax after the event. The guide on the outward journey was entertaining and informative.
What really made this a day to remember was our centre guide "Tori". Through all our years travelling the world, she was beyond doubt the most friendly, informative and caring person we have ever encountered in this role.

The check in process was not well explained. I felt like we waited for longer than it should of taken. Others that purchased there were put ahead of us. The instructors were great and ask for Greg.

We all enjoyed the ride. Savannah was a great guide and full of information on the local area. The horses were well groomed and behaved. The top of the mountain where we stopped for dinner provided gorgeous views. The dinner was good and so was the company. Gunstock Ranch was very beautiful, and the drive from Waikiki was beautiful too. I would definitely recommend it. Well worth it.

If your thinking of watching whales in Oahu look no further! Do not be fooled by the big excursions with hundreds of other whale watchers obscuring your view. This trip is exactly as described. Very personal crew who clearly love their work along with a great boat. We enjoyed many sightings including an extremely close up encounter which will stay with us forever. Thank you.

Veltra gave the cheap price, we took a tour guide that helped covering most of the place at Polynesia cultural center

We drove to the North in a rental car and participated in horseback riding with our family. The Hawaii Polo Club, where we were taken care of this time, is located along the coast, with a dreamlike setting of white sandy beaches next to vast polo fields. Although I only understand a little Japanese, the friendly staff were very kind to us, and we had a wonderful time that made me want to come back for sure. The pleasant breeze of the North felt on the horse's back, the blue sky of Hawaii—just amazing!!! I highly recommend it.

　レンタカーに乗ってノースまでドライブし、家族で乗馬に参加しました。今回お世話になったハワイポロクラブは海岸沿いの敷地で、白い砂浜と広大なポロフィールドが隣り合わせの夢のようなロケーションです。日本語は少ししか通じませんが、フレンドリーなスタッフに親切にしていただき、非常に楽しい時間を過ごす事ができ是非リピートしたいなって気持ちになりました。馬の背で感じるノースの心地良い風、ハワイの青い空、サイコー！！！お勧めです。

Had a great time. We go to Hawaii once a year, and have gone on almost every tour. The best thing about this was the tremendous flexibility to do and swap activities. Not a "tourist" tour. Little fubar on scheduling, but the drive Harry made up for that. Time with Harry was as good or better than seeing the falls!!

I have been to Hawaii over a dozen times and have been to Haleiwa and Giovanni's. This time, I didn't rent a car, so I joined a tour. My main goal was horseback riding, but I was also looking forward to shopping and dining in Haleiwa.

The driver seemed to be a veteran, and while you could say he was experienced, I felt like he didn't understand the excitement we had for participating in the tour. For example, when I requested Giovanni's, he repeatedly said, "It was featured on TV," and everyone else went to Macky's. I also got the impression that he somewhat dismissed Matsumoto Shave Ice, and we ended up going there just the two of us.

We were able to see sea turtles at the first beach we visited, but due to the reason that we couldn't stop the car, we were told to "return to the car right after taking photos."

Horseback riding was very enjoyable and became a great memory.

ハワイには十数回行っており、ハレイワにもジョバンニにも行った事があります。
今回は車を借りなかった為、ツアーに参加しました。
第一の目的は乗馬でしたが、ハレイワでのショッピングも食事も楽しみでした。

ドライバーさんはベテランらしく、良く言えば慣れていて、悪く言えば楽しみに参加した
気持ちをわかって頂けないように感じました。
例えばジョバンニをリクエストすると、「テレビで紹介されたから」と何度も言われ、
私たち以外はマッキーズに行きました。
マツモトシェイブアイスについても何となく否定された感じで、私たちだけ走って食べに
行きました。
ウミガメは最初に寄ったビーチで会えましたが、車を止めておけないという理由で、
「写真を撮ったらすぐに車に戻るように」でした。

乗馬はとても楽しく、良い思い出になりました。

I'm not good with thrill rides, but I saw this on TV and wanted to try it, so I made a reservation. They often say it changes your perspective on life, but in my case, it didn't change much. Depending on the season, it might be different, but in mid-March, it gets cold up high, so I thought it would be safe to wear a sweatshirt and sneakers, and I think that was the right choice. During the free fall, I couldn't breathe and it was tough. So next time, I want to do a plan with a lower altitude. After the parachute opened, it really felt like I was a bird, and I could visibly see the curvature of the Earth, which was an indescribable feeling. I definitely want to do it again!

絶叫系苦手ですが、テレビで見てこれはやってみたくて、予約しました。
よく、人生観が変わると言いますが、私の場合はあまり変わらなかったですf^_^;
季節によって変わるかもですが、三月中旬だと上空のほうへ行くと寒いので、スウェットとスニーカーが無難だろうと思って調達しました、正解だったと思います。フリーフォールの間はとにかく息ができなくて苦しいです。なので次にやる時は高度下げたプランでやりたいです。パラシュートが開いた後はほんとに鳥になったようで気持ちいいし、地球の丸さが目に見えてわかるのがなんとも言えない感慨に浸れます^ ^ 絶対またやりたい！

This was my first trip to Hawaii, and my main goal was to go skydiving. I actually have a fear of heights, but as the plane ascended, the excitement and tension grew stronger than my fear.

When the moment came to jump... it happened in the blink of an eye, but rather than being scared, it was fun. I'm really glad I did it. I believe it's an experience that only those who have tried it can truly understand.

If you're hesitating, I definitely think it's worth giving it a try.

ハワイ旅行は初めてで、スカイダイビングを最大の目的にしていた私。
実は高所恐怖症なのですが、飛行機で空高くなるにつれて、高所恐怖症より、ワクワク感と緊張のほうが高まってきました。
さあ。飛び出す瞬間・・・・あっ！という間の出来事でしたが、怖いというより、楽しかったです。
飛んでみて本当に良かった。体験した人にしかわからない体験だと思います。
悩んでいる方は、ぜひやってみる価値はあります。

One of the members said, "I want to try flying!" so we made a reservation.

The initial waiver states, as mentioned in the testimonials, that they won't take responsibility for anything that happens. I recommend reading it carefully instead of just signing it.

When we arrived at the airfield, we watched a simple explanatory video in both English and Japanese. I was really curious about the owner's beard (laughs).

You can purchase memories of skydiving through photos only, videos only, or both. If you choose not to buy, you'll be encouraged to have the instructor take photos with a camera attached to their arm later on, which costs about $70. It seems you can't take pictures with the instructor unless you buy something. The prices are quite high. The choice to buy or not is yours, but the sales pitch is quite strong (laughs).

I initially chose photos only but switched to both after flying. The price difference was $30, and since I could decide after seeing the finished product, I splurged a bit☆(*・∀・*)ノ You can also use a card. For both (photos + DVD), it was about $200 on sale.

They explain that you should leave a tip. They also display a guideline for the amount. If you request a photographer, you'll need to tip for them as well.

When we ascended in the Cessna, I was nervous, but the beauty of the ocean below raised my excitement to another level!! We kept climbing even after crossing the cloud sea ((((；゜Д゜))) It's higher than Mount Fuji!! When I jumped, I seriously thought I might die. But within a few seconds, I calmed down. It felt like I was supported by the wind pressure from below. From then on, I was on a high! I waved to the photographer, saying, "Aloha☆Ψ(￣∇￣)Ψ I wish I had thought of more poses for other versions (^ -^)ゝ゛

It might be worth flying at least once in a lifetime. I've heard that when a person is determined to die, it feels like that, and I thought that’s what it might be like. You can create very memorable and fun experiences!

メンバーの１人が、飛んでみたい！と、言うことで予約しました。

最初の誓約書は、体験談にあったように
何があっても責任は取らないよと、言うもの。
ただ単にサインをするのではなく、ちゃんと読むことを勧めます。

飛行場に着くと、英語、日本語用の簡単な説明ビデオを見ます。
オーナーのヒゲが凄く気になりました(笑)

写真のみ、ビデオのみ、両方と、スカイダイビングの思い出を買えます。
無しを選ぶと、後でインストラクターの腕に着けたカメラでの撮影を勧められます。→７０＄位
買わないとインストラクターとの撮影は出来ないそうです。
お値段は、かなりかかります。
買う・買わないの選択は自由です。
でも、セールスはかなり推されます(笑)( ´,_ゝ`)

私は、写真のみから両方に飛んでから変更。差額が３０＄と言うこともあり
仕上がりを見て決められるので奮発しちゃいました☆(*・∀・*)ノ
カードも使えます。両方(写真+ＤＶＤ)では、セール中で約２００＄でした。

チップは、置いていってくださいと説明があります。
値段も目安を掲示してくれてます。
撮影を頼んだ人は、カメラマンの分も必要です。）

セスナで上がる時は緊張と、眼下に広がる海の美しさでテンションが以上に上がる！！
雲海を越えてもまだまだ上昇((((；゜Д゜)))
富士山よりも高いんですよ！！
飛ぶときは、マジで死ぬかと思った。
でも、ものの数秒で落ち着きます。下からの風圧で支えられてる感じ。
もうそれからは、highテンション！
カメラマンに向かって、アロ～ハ☆Ψ(￣∇￣)Ψ
もうちょっと、他のバージョンのポーズを考えておけば良かった(^-^)ゝ゛

人生に一度くらいは飛んでみても良いかもしれない
人間、死ぬ気になればときいた事があるけど
死ぬ気ってあんな感じなんだと思ったり
とても思い出に残る楽しい思い出が作れますよ

I'm glad you were able to hit the key points during your visit. I chose horseback riding, and it was fine even as a beginner. It was great to see the big turtle too.

ポイントを押さえて回っていただけたのでよかったです。乗馬を選びましたが、初めてでも大丈夫でした。大きな亀も見れてよかったです。