All Reviews for North Shore, Oahu

We loved the day, however we would consider bumping up to a private tour guide next time

We had a great time. Although we couldn't speak any English at all, we were able to communicate without any problems thanks to body language and the clear, slow words used! We definitely want to go again next time.

とっても楽しかったです。
英語は全く喋れない私達でしたが、ボディーランゲージとゆっくり単語をわかりやすく言ってくれて問題なくできました‼️
次もまた絶対行きたいです

I signed up for a horseback riding experience.

The horses were adorable, the scenery was beautiful, and it was so much fun!!

The horses were very smart and gentle, so I felt no anxiety while riding.

I was told their names, so I tried calling them out a lot ^_^

We took photos with the ocean in the background, which became great memories.

Also, the driver who accompanied us on the tour shared a lot of knowledge about Hawaii while we were in the car, which was really educational.

He talked about the Hawaiian language, Hawaiian plants, recent tourism trends in Hawaii, and the labor shortage, among other things. It was interesting since I don't often have the opportunity to learn about these topics.

For lunch, I wanted to go to Giovanni's for garlic shrimp, but I was taken to a different restaurant. I was a bit disappointed because I wanted to try Giovanni's. Since the horseback riding took a bit longer, we had less time to eat and had to rush.

I think we only had about 30 minutes to explore Haleiwa Town.

However, I was very satisfied with the day because the horseback riding was so enjoyable.

乗馬体験がしたくて申し込みました。

馬が可愛くて、景色も良くて、とーっても楽しかったです！！

馬はとても賢くおとなしく、
乗っていても不安はなかったです。

名前を教えてもらったので、たくさん呼びかけてみました^_^

海を背景に写真も撮ってくれていい思い出となりました。

またツアーについてくれたドライバーさんが、
車の中でハワイの知識を沢山教えてくれてすごく勉強になりました。

ハワイ語についてや、ハワイの植物、最近のハワイ観光事情や、人手不足のことなど、、
なかなか知る機会がないので面白かったです。

お昼に食べたガーリックシュリンプはジョバンニに行きたかったのですが違うお店に連れてってもらいました。ジョバンニを食べてみたかったのでちょっと残念。乗馬も少し時間がおしたせいか、食べる時間が少なく大急ぎで食べました。

ハレイワタウン散策も３０分くらいしかなかったと思います。

ただ乗馬がとても楽しかったので満足な1日でした。

A landscape experience that you can't enjoy in Japan! The instructor was also entertaining, and he took photos for us when we handed him the camera!

日本では味わえない風景体験！
インストラクターのお兄さんも楽しませてくれましたし、カメラを渡せば写真も撮ってもらえました！

Wonderful place to visit. Loved learning and hearing the different Polynesian cultures, the live interaction for each islands. The buffet was awesome and the breath of life show was exceptional, I would definitely visit again.

The reservations are easy - and complete. I was still recuperating from a surgery, so we secured a mobility cart, which is right at the entrance to the Polynesian Cultural Center. The bus picks up from several points in Waikiki; it is comfortable and also waiting right at the entrance-exit after the show is over. The day is extraordinary - the staff is so friendly and helpful, as we asked questions at the various Islands. There is a river cruise you can take - the Center is 40 square miles (think Disneyland) so prepare your walking shoes and attire accordingly. Terrific shopping before the Center actually opens. Take a poncho, because there is a lot of rain on that side of the island - rains quickly, dries quickly.

The buffet is amazing and delicious, and a real bargain if you're feeding starving teens! The show is exquisite. They help park the mobility cart everywhere, so if you have mobility issues - worry not!

Enjoy as much as we did!

I signed up for the session on Sunday at 9:00 AM (meeting at 8:30 AM).

【About Transportation】
- Since it was mentioned in the introduction that it takes 90 minutes from Waikiki, I caught an Uber after 7:00 AM, but it seems that Sunday mornings are less busy, and I arrived in just an hour.
- There was no one at the check-in location, and the Uber driver, seeing a sign that said "If no one is here, please call this number," kindly made a call, but the staff did not arrive immediately and showed up only after the meeting time. From this, I think it’s not necessary to arrive before the meeting time, just like in Japan, although it may depend on the day and circumstances.

【About the Experience】
- It was interesting to enjoy both mountain and ocean views. At the end of the horseback riding, they took a few pictures with my phone. I appreciated being able to feed the horses and interact with them after the experience.
- However, the horseback riding itself was only about an hour, and including explanations, it lasted 1.5 hours. I chose this experience thinking it would be 1.5 hours of riding, so that was a bit disappointing.
- On this day, everyone except me was a native speaker, and all explanations were in English. During the horseback riding experience, we enjoyed conversations in groups centered around the instructor.

【Other Notes】
- It might be good to wear long sleeves in the morning as it can be cold on the mountain side.
- A hat is not necessary, but I think sunglasses would be helpful as it can be bright.
- If you are uncomfortable touching the reins with bare hands, it might be a good idea to bring work gloves.
- Tips were given in a box.
- After horseback riding, I took an Uber to Haleiwa, enjoyed some food and shopping, and then returned home by The Bus. For those who are not driving, I recommend taking an Uber for the outgoing trip, which is more predictable, and then using The Bus for the return trip to save a bit.

日曜日9時（8:30集合）の回を申し込みました。

【移動について】
・紹介文などにワイキキから90分かかると記載されていたため7時過ぎにUberを捕まえて向かいましたが、日曜朝は空いているのか1時間で着きました。
・チェックイン場所に誰一人おらず、「誰もいなければここに電話するように」と書かれた看板を見たUberの運転手さんが心配に思ったのか、電話をかけてくださいましたが、スタッフはすぐ来ることはなく、集合時間になってから来られました。
これらから、もちろん曜日やその時の状況によるとは思いますが、日本と同じように集合時間前に着くようにくる必要はないです。

【体験について】
・山と海の景色両方を楽しめるのは面白かったです。乗馬終盤には、自分の携帯で写真を数枚撮ってくれます。体験後に餌付けをさせてもらい、馬と触れ合えたのがよかったです。
・ただ、乗馬体験自体は1時間程度で、説明なども含めて1.5時間でした。当方は乗馬が1.5時間できるものだと思いこちらの体験を選んだので、それだけは残念でした。
・この日は当方以外は全員ネイティブで、説明も全て英語でした。乗馬体験中もインストラクターを中心に、グループごとでの会話を楽しみました。

【その他】
・山側が朝は寒いので長袖でも良いかもしれません。
・帽子は不要ですが、眩しいのでサングラスはあったほうが良いと思います。
・手綱を素手で触るのに抵抗がある方は、軍手を持っていってもいいかもしれません。
・チップはボックスに入れる形式でした。
・乗馬後はUberでハレイワまで向かい、食事やショッピングを楽しんだ後The Busで帰宅しました。運転をしない方は、行きは時間の読めるUberで行き、帰りはThe Busで行くと少し節約になるのでオススメです。

Had a great time. The lady was so kind to me and concerned when I feel off the Atv. I'm okay and I will absolutely do it again at your establishment. it was so informative about the history of the island, and it is a beautiful place. Thank you for showing me and my group and nice experience.

A fabulous way to travel the whole island and learn about the history and culture. Our guide was local and so knowledgeable and friendly! The views were spectacular!! Communication from the company was easy to follow and navigate. I would highly recommend this company and tour :-)

I loved every second of this experience! Breathtaking views, the horses are so sweet, and you get to see a lot of movie landmarks, including but not limited to Godzilla’s footprints, 50 first dates movie spot and a jurassic park gates! The only thing I wish is that you could get closer to some of the jurassic park monuments.

if that’s your main goal, for this, try the four wheelers or the bus. Regardless, my top recommendation would still be the horseback riding!

They provided a horse that suited my physique. The shuttle bus was also very comfortable. The activity guide was very kind. Time flew by.

体格に合わせた馬を用意してくれました．送迎バスも非常に快適でした．アクティビティのガイドも非常に優しかったです．あっという間に時間が過ぎました．

Amazing ATV tour!!! This is the best experience you can have on an ATV!!! The guides are super friendly and make it an awesome experience!!! You have to go if you are on Oahu!!!

We had a blast doing the shark dive! The crew was amazing, very knowledgeable and super helpful. Being able to be so close to the sharks was such a cool experience. Highly recommend!
The boat can be a little bit rocky depending on the weather, recommend bringing snacks to help curb seasickness.

I had a great time enjoying two full hours under clear skies. It was a bit disappointing that there were some activities at Kualoa Ranch that were not offered through Veltra. I would like to visit Kualoa Ranch again the next time I go to Hawaii.

快晴の中2時間たっぷり楽しめました。クアロアランチにはベルトラで取り扱ってないアクティビティもいくつかあったのが、ちょっと残念でした。次ハワイに行った時もクアロアランチには行ってみたいです。

There were no Japanese participants on this tour, but the instructor was very kind and made me feel at ease! The view from 6,000 feet above ground was breathtaking! From there, with a countdown of 3, 2, 1, we experienced a free fall for about 20 seconds. I briefly thought, "Oh, this is going to be dangerous," but after about 10 seconds, I got used to the free fall and did the "ebi-zori" position (the posture for free fall is like a shrimp). I truly had a valuable experience and felt it was worth it! However, I wouldn't recommend it for those with a fear of heights or who are not fond of roller coasters! (laughs)

今回のツアーに日本人はいませんでしたが、インストラクターの方が優しか教えて下さり安心することができました！
地上6000フィートの景色は圧巻の一言！
そこから3.2.1の掛け声と共にフリーフォール20秒ほど、『あ、これは◯んでしまうな』と一瞬思いましたが10秒ほどでフリーフォールにも慣れ〝エビゾリ〟しました！(フリーフォールの姿勢は海老反り)
本当に貴重な体験をすることができ、やって良かったなと思いました！
但し、高所恐怖症、ジェットコースターが苦手な人にはおすすめしません！笑

[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]

On March 15th, 2024, I went to PCC and participated in the Gateway Buffet package. This experience included admission to the park, buffet, and show. Each village was unique, and educational. The canoe ride was my favorite part of the park, a must do!

The buffet dinner was INCREDIBLE, they had everything you could imagine. From salad, sides, pork, chicken, beef, seafood, and dessert. The presentation of the food, and dinning hall felt like something out of a movie! They really set the scene for local cuisine.

'HA: Breath of Life,' show was spectacular a must see! The dancers were truly amazing! I would definitely go see it again and again. Everything about PCC was so professional, engaging, fun, and educational. There is something for the whole family.

I would recommend PCC to anyone who enjoys learning about different cultures, and has a full day to spend away from Waikiki.

We participated as a family of five. The staff were all very kind, and we were able to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. The view from the top of the mountain was also amazing.

However, on that day, there were strong winds and sudden rain, making it extremely cold at times. If you're participating at the end of February when the weather looks bad, I definitely recommend bringing long pants and a light jacket. They start sliding down regardless of a little rain (laughs) (sweat).

家族５人で参加しました。
スタッフもみな親切で、安心して楽しめました。
山の上から見る景色も最高でした。

ただこの日は強風と突然の雨で途中めちゃくちゃ寒かったです。
２月末の参加で天気が悪そうなときは、必ず長ズボンと、薄手の羽織を持参することをお勧めします。
多少の雨でも構わず滑り始めるので（笑）（汗）

This activity was great our guide was knowledgeable in all things from the horses themselves to the whales and turtles in the ocean! The horses were well mannered and well kept! And the ride was just long enough. We rode on and close to the beach with clear views of the ocean, whales breaching and turtles popping up! Our guide even did a photo shoot for us!

On the day of the event, I arrived at the meeting place just in time, but the staff quickly approached me, and I was able to check in without any issues. It seemed like there was plenty of time built into the schedule, so it didn't feel like I was late at all. The bus was spacious and comfortable, and I dozed off for a bit, only to find that we arrived in no time. Once we got to the location, the staff provided guidance to everyone, so there was no chance of getting lost. I had a horseback riding experience, and everyone was kind, explaining things slowly and thoroughly. Surprisingly, the horses seemed very experienced, and it felt like I was mostly being led by them. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy the magnificent scenery of forests, mountains, and the ocean. I didn't include lunch in the plan, but there was a restaurant on-site, so I had no trouble finding food. The Kualoa Burger was very delicious.

当日は時間ギリギリに集合場所に着いてしまいましたが、スタッフがすぐ声をかけてくれて無事に受付ができました。
工程には余裕を持たせているようで、全然遅刻という感じでもありませんでした。
バスは広く乗り心地が快適で、うとうとしていたらあっという間に到着しました。
現地に着いてからは基本的にスタッフが全体に案内をするので特に迷うことはありませんでした。
乗馬体験をしましたが、皆さんゆっくり丁寧に説明してくれて親切でした。驚くことにお馬さんがみな大ベテランといった感じで、殆どリードしてもらっているような心地でした。おかげさまで森、山、海と壮大な景色を楽しめました。
プランに昼食は含めませんでしたが、現地にはレストランがあるので飲食には困りませんでした。
クアロアバーガーは大変美味しかったです。

This place was amazing we had so much fun. Thank you Mickey for awesome time. I would recommend going I would definitely got back again and again

This is my second time coming to Kualoa Ranch, and last time I participated in the movie location tour. It was also my first time riding a horse, so I was quite nervous. First, when riding, you need to wear long pants and shoes, and your bag should be something that can be secured around your waist like a fanny pack. Also, be aware that the horse may stop to eat grass or take breaks, so it's good to know how to handle that. The horseback riding lasts a full two hours, and you can enjoy the beautiful nature of Kualoa and the stunning ocean along the way, which is just amazing.

クアロアランチに来るのは2回目で、前回は映画ロケ地ツアーに参加しました。乗馬自体も初なのでドキドキでした。まず乗る時には長ズボンと靴、小さめのカバンなどはウェストポーチのように腰に巻きつけられるものでないといけないので注意。また馬が途中で草を食べたり、止まったりすることがあるので対処法を確認。乗馬は2時間たっぷりクアロアの自然や途中綺麗な海を眺めることもできて最高です。

The shuttle bus includes participants from other countries, but they provide simple explanations in Japanese on board. Once we arrive at the location, they will explain the return meeting time and facility details in Japanese, so it's reassuring. After that, we stored our luggage in lockers and moved to each attraction booth individually. We chose the horseback riding course, so we headed there. This time, there were six people on the tour. After learning how to operate the horse through a simple Japanese video, we quickly got on the horses and started. We completely control the horse ourselves, but a guide is next to us, which is very reassuring. I don't think there are many opportunities to ride horses for two hours in Japan, so this is an amazing experience! My wife also said it was the most enjoyable part of our trip to Hawaii.

迎えのバスは他国からの参加者も混載ですが車内では簡単な日本語で説明してくれます。
現地に着くと日本語で帰りの集合時間や施設説明をしてくれるので安心です。
その後、ロッカーへ荷物を預けて各アトラクションのブースへ各自移動します。
我々は乗馬コースをチョイスしてたのでそちらへ。今回は6人のツアーでした。
馬の操作法を簡単な日本語ビデオで学んだら早速乗馬してスタートです。
馬を完全に自分で操るのですが、横にガイドさんがついてくれるので心強いです。
日本では２時間も乗馬する機会は無いと思うので最高に良い経験になります！！
家内も今回のハワイ旅で最も楽しかったと喜んでいました。

We booked this tour for the day before we left for home .
The trip and the wealth of knowledge Brandon imparted was so good we really did wish we had booked it at the very start of our trip so we could take advantage of all the tips and suggestions he made to maximise our experience whilst visiting the island .
Every stop we made added to our fabulous experience of the island . My only wish having now taken the tour was to have the bus stop on the north shore for 15 mins maybe to fully experience the fabulous waves we only saw from the bus window ..
Brandon was a wealth of knowledge and kept the bus engaged at all times .

The horseback riding experience at Kualoa was wonderful. Exploring the beautiful nature on horseback was a perfect opportunity to refresh both body and mind. With the guide's extensive knowledge, I was able to enjoy the scenery from a new perspective while having fun communicating with the horse.

クアロアでの乗馬体験は素晴らしかったです。美しい自然の中を馬に乗って探索することは、心身をリフレッシュさせる絶好の機会でした。ガイドの知識豊富な案内もあり、馬とのコミュニケーションを楽しみながら新たな視点で景色を楽しむことができました。

The ATV tour at North Shore Stables was so much fun. If you like getting off of the beaten path and experiencing a local spot to relax and have fun the make sure to book a tour here. The guides were excellent, friendly and I felt like they appreciated us being there. They gave us a little bit of history about the area we were in and what they are doing with the land. This was unexpected and added a bit of a personal touch to the tour. I thought 45 mins was going to be too short but at the end I realized it was perfect. Enough time to have fun, but not boring or grueling by the time we got back. All in all I would recommend this to anyone who likes to get out and see more of the local scene when in Oahu.

This was the best circle island tour I could’ve had. Our bus driver, Lola, was fabulous. There were six of us on this tour, grandparents, adult children and grandchildren. We all very much enjoyed the tour and all of the Hawaiian history that Lola presented. We saw the best of the island (Oahu), and she got us in and out of places before they were overcrowded. We had plenty of time at all stops and never felt rushed. I could not have asked for a better experience for my family on their first trip to Oahu. I’m highly recommend this tour to anyone considering a full day’s tour. Sure, you can drive it yourself, but you’ll never get the full experience of hearing the history and stories from someone who actually lives on the island. Do yourself a favor and take this tour.

We had an Absolute Wonderful Experience.. We had a group of 8 Family members.
We all Really Learned a lot about the culture.
Had the entire day package.
Thanks to Each and Every One who work to give us such an Outstanding Day. Ending with a Magnificent Breath of Life Performance.
Outstanding.

We were picked up by Dan. He is a very informative guide. After picking up everyone we preceeded to do our tour. At our first stop he served us a purple dount and water. We visited 12 places and stopped at 6 places. Just before we hit each place he gave us a lot of information plus we got to watch a video. The bus was air conditioned and had a bathroom on board. It was worth the 9 hours. We got to see some amazing sites and got to see most of Oahu.

This was a full day activity. We stared on the canoe amd ended the one end. Walked to each village. At each village they are very informative on their culture. They have activities you can participate in or just watch their 15-20 min skits. The journey movies was quite amazing but moves a lot, but worth it. The buffet was absolutely the best I've ever been to! So much food to choose from. Plus there was live entertainment. We also stayed for the breath of life show, which was spectacular. Goosebumps for sure.

I will provide information rather than impressions.

When boarding the bus, show your voucher (a display on your smartphone is acceptable). You won't be able to get off for over an hour until you arrive at the destination, so it's best to take care of any restroom needs beforehand. After arriving, you will wait at the top of the stairs right near the bus drop-off point (referred to as Building A from here on). You will also wait here for the return bus after the activity. If you have time before your return, you can purchase souvenirs and meals inside Building A to pass the time. You can also explore the surroundings until it's time to leave.

When it's time to go back, a staff member will come to check participants. You can show the paper mentioned below. A voucher might also be acceptable.

While waiting, your name will be called, and you will receive a paper with the schedule and other details. After that, everyone will move to the adjacent building (referred to as Building B from here on).

The guide will speak rapidly in English (for those who are not proficient in English, it may be too fast to understand; they are likely explaining the different destinations based on the plans).

In this plan, you will move to the building that is labeled for horseback riding (referred to as Building C from here on). It's just a 5-10 second walk right in front of you. Arriving about 10 minutes before the start time is fine. The start time will also be written on the paper you receive. You should be able to find Building C easily. If you are unsure of the location, you can catch the guide after they finish speaking and ask for directions. They will help you if you show your ticket and ask where to go.

The horseback riding experience lasts for two hours, and you will be riding continuously for that time. You won't be able to get off. If you have average physical fitness, it should be no problem, but it might be tough for elderly participants.

When it's time, you will move to Building C for check-in. Here, you will watch a training video, which is entirely in Japanese. The training video is quite short, just a few minutes long, and you might wonder if it's enough, but surprisingly, everyone managed just fine.

You will be provided with a free bag that can hold two sets of items approximately 25*20*5 cm, which can be attached to the horse. You will also borrow a helmet for free. Additionally, if you have a waist pouch, you can wear that. However, all shoulder bags are not allowed, and you will need to either put them in the provided bag or store them in a locker. I didn't use the locker, so I'm not entirely sure, but I believe there was one in Building B (located in the area opposite Building C). Shoulder straps attached to smartphones are also not allowed. If you want to take photos, you will need to take your phone out of the bag. This could lead to the risk of dropping it while taking pictures.

If you drop something, you might be able to ask the guide (who mainly speaks English) for help, but since you'll be riding, you won't be able to use a translation app. If you don't speak English, it may be difficult. Additionally, depending on the environment and situation, it might be quite challenging to search for lost items, so it's advisable to be careful while taking photos.

If the sun is strong, wearing short sleeves is recommended. It's fine if you don't, but bringing water is also a good idea. You can manage to drink while riding if you try.

After horseback riding, participants will not move freely but will line up and move together. The guide will also ride along and move with the group (going back and forth along the line). The horses generally remember the path and will follow the route automatically. However, they may go too fast, too slow, get close to bumping into each other, or stray slightly from the path, so some handling will be necessary.

感想ではなく情報を記載します。

行きのバス乗車時にVoucher（スマホからの表示でOK）を見せます。
現地到着まで１時間以上降りられないのでトイレなどは済ませていたほうが良いです。
現地到着後、バス降り場からすぐの階段を登った場所で一旦待ちます。（以降建物Aと記載）
尚、アクティビティ終了後の帰りのバスもここで待ちます。帰るまでに時間がある場合、建物Aの中でお土産と食事を購入できるので、それで時間を潰すことになります。帰りの時間まで周りの散策などもできます。
帰りは時間になると係の人が来て参加者の確認を行います。下記記載の紙を見せればOKです。Voucherでもいいかも？

待っていると、名前が呼ばれ予定等が記載された紙を貰えます。
その後、隣の建物（以降建物Bと記載）にみんなで移動します。

案内の人が英語でガーッと何か喋ります。（英語が苦手な人は速すぎてまったく聞き取れません、多分プランごとに行き場が分かれるのでその説明をしているのかと）

このプランではhorseback（だったはず）と書いてある建物（以降建物Cと記載）に移動することになります。徒歩５～１０秒位の眼の前の建物です。
プランの開始時間の１０分位前に行けばOKです。開始時間は上記で貰える紙にも書いてあります。建物Cは見回せば見つかると思います。
場所がわからない場合は案内の人が喋り終わったあとに捕まえて確認してください。チケット見せてどこ行けばいいか聞けば教えてくれます。

乗馬体験２時間とありますが。本当にぶっ続けで２時間のります。降りれません。一般的な体力があれば全く問題はありませんがお年寄りだとつらいかも。

時間になったら建物Cに移動し受付を行います。
ここで教習のビデオを見ます。全て日本語です。
教習は数分程度のビデオになります。本当にこれだけでいいのか？と思うほど短いですが意外とみんななんとかなっていました。

乗馬中に持っていける荷物（片手で難しいが乗馬中に取り出すことも可能）は、だいたい25*20*5が２つ、１セットになった馬にセットできるバックを無料で貸してくれます。（ヘルメットも借ります、無料です）
それとは別にウェストポーチであれば別途装備していけます。肩がけタイプは全てNGで上記の貸出バックの中に入れるか、ロッカーにしまっていくことになります。ロッカーは使用しなかったので正確ではないですが、たしか建物Bにあったはずです。（建物Bから見て、建物Cの逆側のエリアにあったはず）
スマホなどの紐付き肩がけもNGです。撮影する場合はバックから取り出して行います。その為、撮影時落とす可能性があり怖いです。
落とした場合は一緒に馬で移動してくれるガイドさん（ほぼ英語のみ）にお願いすれば可能かもしれませんが、乗馬しながらになるので翻訳アプリ等は使えないです。英語ができない場合は多分無理です。
また、環境、状況的に探すのがかなり困難な場合があります、会話ができてもダメな可能性があります。撮影時は気をつけたほうがよいです。

日差しが強い場合は半袖がよいです。無くても大丈夫ですが水を持っていくのもよいです。頑張れば乗馬しながら飲めます。

乗馬後はフリーに移動するのではなく参加者全員で１列になって移動します。ガイドの人も馬にのって一緒に移動（列全体を行ったり来たり）します。馬自体がほぼ道を覚えていて、自動的にルートを移動してくれる感じです。先頭以外の馬も基本的には前の馬を追尾します。といっても早く行き過ぎる、もしくは遅い、前にぶつかりそうになる、少し道をそれるなど完璧ではないので、ある程度の操作が必要となります。