All Reviews for North Shore, Oahu

My mother and I participated in a two-hour horseback riding course. My 71-year-old mother was extremely nervous at first, but by the middle of the ride, she was finally able to enjoy the scenery. My horse was at the back, eating grass and lagging behind, which led to some scary moments. At one point, it charged towards a spiky plant like a cactus while trying to eat grass, and my hands ended up all scratched. I recommend wearing long sleeves and long pants.

I regretted not having a digital camera that could be used with one hand, as it was difficult to take good photos with my phone. This is an experience you can't have in Japan, so definitely give it a try!

親娘2人で乗馬2時間コースに参加しました。71歳の母は、最初、緊張しまくりでしたが、中盤になったらやっと景色を楽しめるようになりました。私の馬は最後尾で、草食べては遅れをとって、駆け足になる馬で怖い場面もあり、また草を食べに行く時に、サボテンのような棘のある植物に突進していき、手が傷だらけになりました。長袖、長ズボンをおススメします。
写真は携帯では、なかなかうまく撮れないので、片手で撮れるデジカメの方が良かったと後悔しました。日本では出来ない経験なので、是非やってみてください。

Captain Dave and deck hands Dave and Martin were fantastic. We had young and old on the trip and everyone had a good time - except maybe the ones who got seasick - it was a little rough on the day of our trip according to Martin. The time in the cage was worth the cost and each person had plenty of time in the cage to see the sharks. You have to have some strength in your arms to hold onto the cage and keep your body in position to see the sharks. Not sure if the rough conditions added to that or not. Once in a life time experience, so if you are unsure about doing it - do it for sure! The ocean water was an amazing deep blue that was a surprise to me, it was awesome!!!

The horse was very calm and took its time eating grass... I went horseback riding for the first time and it was so much fun. I thought the two-hour course would be long, but it wasn't long at all! It was just right since my hips started to hurt a bit (laughs). The hamburger was really delicious, so I think you should definitely try it when you go!

Since the shuttle service was fully booked, I took the bus, but there was a bus stop right in front of Kualoa Ranch, and it was easy to get there with just one bus from Ala Moana! My inner thighs, which I don't usually use, are sore, but I want to go again!

馬はとても大人しくマイペースでよく草を食べてました...初めて乗馬をしましたがとても楽しかったです。2時間のコースは長いかと思いましたが全然長くないです！股関節も痛くなってくるので丁度良いです（笑）ハンバーガーがとても美味しかったので行ったら是非食べた方が良いと思います♪
送迎付きがいっぱいだったためバスに乗って行きましたがクアロアランチ の目の前にバス停があり、アラモアナから1本で簡単に行けました！
普段使わない内腿が筋肉痛になりましたが、また行きたいです！

My daughter participated alone. It was her first time, and she seemed a bit anxious about the height, but everything was amazing, and she returned to the hotel feeling thrilled. It seems it was such a good tour that she wants to fly again and again.

娘が一人で参加しました。初めてのことで高さの不安があったみたいですが、すべてが最高で、ホテルにルンルンで帰ってきました。何度でも飛びたいというほど気分の良いツアーだった様です。

My friend who was supposed to go with me said it was scary, so I participated alone. I'm really glad I did! The only scary moment was just a second or two before jumping. The excitement and emotion of falling from the plane and passing through the clouds during free fall were incredible. The view while ascending in the plane was also breathtaking.

I only asked for photos with a GoPro, and that was the right choice. The photos turned out great, and they keep my spirits high even after returning home.

However, there was a mix-up with the shuttle bus on the way back, and I panicked when I was stopped from getting on. Fortunately, someone who was participating with me spoke in English, so I was able to get on safely, but I shudder to think what would have happened if I had been alone.

It turned out to be the best experience!

一緒に行く友達は怖いと言うので独りで参加しました。
やっぱり独りでも参加して良かったです！
怖いのは飛ぶ1,2秒前だけでした。
自分が飛行機から落ちている事や、雲を通る瞬間、あのフリーホールの間興奮やら感動やらですごいです。
飛行機で上がって行く間もすっごく綺麗な景色に興奮します。
GoProで写真だけ頼んだのですが、正解でした。
とっても良い写真で帰ってからもテンション上がります。

ただ、帰りの送迎バスの手違いか、バスに乗ろうとしたら止められた時は焦りました。
たまたま一緒に参加していた方が英語で話してくれて無事乗れましたが独りだったらどうなっていた事やら、冷っとしました。

最高の体験になりました！

About 10 years ago, I experienced this and couldn't forget the excitement from that time, so this is my second participation. There are few local staff who speak Japanese, but it was an amazing experience.

約10年前にも体験しその時の興奮が忘れられず2回目の参加になります。
現地スタッフに日本語が喋れる方が少ないですが最高の体験になりました。

The pineapple garden at Dole was a bit rushed due to time constraints, but I was satisfied with the sightseeing! There were height and weight restrictions for horseback riding, so I chose this course, but in reality, they didn't check my weight or height closely, so I thought I should have gone for the mountain course instead. The weight limit was stated as 102 kilograms, but the trainer looked like he was over 120 kilograms, haha. My child's height was also not enough, but it was okay!

I can't speak English, but since a Japanese guide explained things along the way, there were no issues!

If I go again, I would definitely choose a longer horseback riding experience on a course with better scenery!

Thank you!

ドールのパイナップル園とか、何せ時間が少しずつだったので少し慌ただしかったが、観光面では満足でした！
乗馬の身長体重規制があったので、このコースを選びましたが、実際には体重も身長も細かく言われなかったので山のコースにすれば良かった〜( ´Д`)y━･~~と思いました。
体重も102キロ迄とありましたが、実際トレーナーの方は120キロオーバーに見えました笑
子供の身長も全然足りませんでしたがオーケーでした！

英語も喋れませんが、予め、日本のガイドの方が道中で説明してくれたので問題ありませんでした！

次回行くことがあるなら、是非もっと長く乗馬が出来て、景色の良いコースにします！

ありがとうございました！

I think it's something you should experience at least once in your life. Surprisingly, I was able to enjoy it without feeling scared! When you reach around 4,300 meters, all you can see below is the sea and clouds, which makes any fear disappear. Even if you're feeling tense, the kind instructor helps you relax! At the moment of jumping, the instructor skillfully guides you out of the plane. For about a minute, you're in free fall; during this time, I found it a bit hard to breathe and felt slightly uncomfortable, but after the parachute opens, you can enjoy a walk through the clouds and the sky. If you leave it to the instructor, you can come down safely without worry.

人生で1度は体験するべきかなと思います。想像していたより、怖いと感じずに楽しめました！4300メートル付近まで行くと下を見ても海と雲しかないので、怖さも吹き飛びますし、緊張していても優しいインストラクターがリラックスさせてくれます！飛ぶ瞬間はインストラクターが上手く飛んでくれるので、自然と飛行機の外に出て行けます！約1分間はフリーホール状態、この時が息が上手く出来ず若干苦しいと感じましたが、パラシュートを開いてからは雲の中や空の散歩を楽しめます。インストラクターに任せていれば安心して下りて来られます。

It was my first horseback riding experience in Hawaii. I thought the sun would be strong, so I participated wearing sunglasses and long sleeves. There were few participants in the 2-hour course, which made it very enjoyable. Unfortunately, I could only take photos while the horse was walking, so I missed the chance to take pictures at the sign in the filming location of Jurassic Park. I participated with my sister and niece, so it felt like we were taking pictures of each other from the front and back. It was helpful that there was a bag on the horse that could hold a plastic bottle and my phone. I would like to participate again.

ハワイでははじめての乗馬体験でした。
日差しが強いかと思い、サングラスと長袖で参加しました。
2時間コースの参加者が少なく、とても楽しく出来ました。
写真は馬が歩きながらのみでしたので、せっかくのジュラシックパークの映画ロケ地での看板がある所で写真が撮れず残念でした。
お姉ちゃんと、姪っ子との参加でしたので、前からと後ろからの写真の撮り合いという感じでした。
馬にペットボトルと携帯が入る位の袋がついており助かりました。
また参加したいと思います。

I was a bit anxious with just a simple explanation, but the horses were very well trained, and I was able to enjoy the experience. The scenery was also beautiful, and I think I was able to see a lot of Kualoa Ranch through this one experience. The guide was very kind, taking photos during the experience and also taking pictures for me from great spots.

簡単な説明のみで、不安でしたが馬がとても良く調教されており楽しんで体験することができました。
景色もとても良く、この体験一つでクアロアランチを大体みて回れたと思います。
ガイドさんもとても優しく、体験中写真を撮ってくれたり、いい場所からの写真を代わりに撮ってくれたりしてとても優しかったです。

This is my second time experiencing horseback riding, having first tried it in Haleiwa. Last time, I rode for an hour in the mountains, but this time at Kualoa, the ride was longer and I was excited because it’s a filming location for Jurassic Park. It was quite difficult to take photos while riding, and I was disappointed that I couldn't capture them as I had hoped.

ハレイワではじめて乗馬を体験し、今回で二度目になります。前回は一時間で山の中の乗馬でしたがクアロアでの乗馬は時間も長くジュラシックパークのロケ地ということもあって期待していました。馬に乗りながら写真を撮ることはなかなか難しく、思うようには撮れなかったのが残念でした。

It was the best! It was my second time in life! The bus driver was fun, and you definitely should try skydiving!

最高でした！
人生2度目！バスの運転手も楽しかったし、スカイダイビングは絶対やったほうがいいですー！

We made an internet reservation on-site with three guys who got along well. It was all of our first time horseback riding, but we had an incredibly fun time unique to Hawaii. Everything from check-in to the explanations was in English. If that's okay with you, there are no problems at all. I highly recommend it.

気の合うメンズ3人で現地インターネット予約。3人とも初めての乗馬でしたが、ハワイならではのサイコーに楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。受付から説明、何もかも英語オンリーです。その点オッケーならば全く問題ナシ。おすすめです。

I had my first experience of skydiving, which was a dream come true!! The waiting time was long, and getting the video taken cost quite a bit, but it was the best experience I could have, something I can't do every day. This is definitely a great way to relieve stress!

夢のスカイダイビングを初体験！！
待ち時間とか長かったし、ビデオ取ってもらったら結構お金かかったけど、普段できない体験できて、最高でした。
ストレス発散にはこれだね！

I was so nervous since the day before! The meeting time was early and it was tough, but I was too excited to feel sleepy! I wrote the consent form in the car, so it was a bit hard to write because of the bumps. I read in reviews that sometimes you have to wait for three hours, so I was wondering how long we would wait today, but my turn came up quickly! The instructors were all cheerful, and it was a lot of fun! The timing for jumping was left to the instructor, so there was zero time to hesitate! But it was really enjoyable! The scenery was absolutely amazing! After opening the parachute, it shook quite a bit, so I felt a little nauseous. I recommend motion sickness medication for those who are prone to it!

I had requested a video, but I didn't know if the cameraman would jump or if the instructor would take the photos until that moment! The instructor took my photos, while my friend jumped with both the cameraman and the instructor! So, I only gave a tip to the instructor, but my friend gave tips for both of them!

前日からずっとドキドキしてました笑
集合時間が早くて辛かったけど
ドキドキしすぎて眠くなかったです！笑
車の中で同意書を書いたので
揺れて書きずらい笑
レビューなどでは3時間待ったりする
時もあると書いてたので
今日はどれくらい待つのかなと思ってたら
すぐ順番が回ってきました！
インストラクターの方も陽気な人ばかりで
楽しかったです！
飛び降りるタイミングは
インストラクターの方任せなので
戸惑ってる時間は0でした！笑
でも本当に楽しかったです！
景色が最高過ぎます！
パラシュートを開いてから
結構揺れたのでちょっと酔いました笑
乗り物酔いしやすい方は
酔い止めをおすすめします！

ムービーをお願いしていて
カメラマンも飛ぶのか
インストラクターの人が撮るのか
その時にならないと分からなかったです！
私はインストラクターの方が撮ってくれて
友達はカメラマンとインストラクターと
3人で飛びました！
なので私はインストラクターの方にチップを
渡しただけでしたが
友達は2人分チップを渡しました！

Until I took off, I was so nervous that no matter how much water I drank, I couldn't quench my thirst. However, even as someone who dislikes roller coasters, I had a lot of fun and I want to try it again. I'm really glad I did it. Thank you very much.

飛ぶまでは、緊張で水を飲んでも飲んでも潤いませんでしたが、ジェットコースターの嫌いな私でも、かなり楽しかったですし、また、やってみたいと思いました。本当にやって良かったです。ありがとうございました。

Incredible experience! Don't second guess yourself or sike yourself out, just go for it! The staff are very well trained and extremely friendly and fun. If you're going to do it get the video and picture package so you can relive the experience and show your friends and family. Once your jump is completed, you will want to jump again I promise! Good luck and have fun people! Special shout out to Connor my tandem guide. You rock dude!

Here's my buddies and I jumping. I used the videos we paid for, did some editing and put them together. Totally worth it!! https://youtu.be/UlDm7FcLGNI

This is my fourth consecutive year using this service. The weather was great, and I had a wonderful time. The view from horseback is truly amazing. I will use it again.

4年連続の利用になります。
天気にも恵まれ気持ちのいい時間を過ごせました。
馬上からの景色は本当最高です。
また利用します。

I was a bit worried about participating alone, but the people I joined talked to me, and I had an amazing time without feeling lonely at all! I had previously experienced skydiving in New Zealand, so this was my second time, but skydiving in Hawaii was even better. The scenery was incredibly beautiful, and the instructor was kind. However, the instructor assigned to me couldn't speak Japanese... (laughs) I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Hawaii!

一人での参加だったので寂しいかなー、と思っていたんですが、一緒に参加していた方々に話しかけていただき、寂しさを感じることもなく最高の時間を過ごさせていただきました！スカイダイビング自体は以前にニュージーランドで経験しており、二度目でしたがハワイでのスカイダイビングの方がよかったです。すごくきれいな景色でインストラクターも優しかったです。ただ、担当？のインストラクターは日本語が話せない方でしたが..(笑)またハワイに来たときは必ず参加したいと思います！！

The driver who guided us was very kind and taught us various things about Hawaii.

Horseback riding is enjoyable even for beginners, and it seems they choose riders based on the horse's personality! We just walked in a line at a slow pace, but riding along the beach and through the forest is soothing and relaxing. It seems that they don't cancel even with a little rain!

For individual bookings, there are courses that last about two hours where you can also run, but that seems to be completely for advanced riders!

案内していただいた運転手さんも親切でハワイのことを色々と教えていただきました。

乗馬は初心者でも楽しく遊べて、馬の性格に合わせて乗せる人を選んでるようですね！
一列になりゆっくり歩くだけですが海岸や森林の中を乗馬するのは心地よく癒されます。
多少の雨でも中止はないみたいですねw

個人での申し込みでは、２時間くらいのコースもあり走らせることも出来るようですが完全に上級者用ですねw

I participated alone. It was a morning gathering course.

On the day of the event, it was cloudy, and since it was dangerous when the sky wasn't clear, we waited for over six hours. Additionally, we couldn't jump over 4000 feet, and the participation fee was reduced with a cash back. When the altitude decreases, the free fall time shortens, and the overall airtime becomes quite short.

I heard that the afternoon group decided to cancel right after the morning group arrived. The morning group waited for six hours, and the risk of not being able to jump was very high.

I wish they had made a decision a bit earlier.

Also, the restroom was broken, and the nearby restrooms were also out of order, which was very inconvenient.

However, the driver and the instructors were all very caring and wonderful, and I would definitely like to request their services again if the opportunity arises.

一人で参加しました。早朝集合のコースです。
当日は曇天で、空が晴れていないと、危険だからと六時間以上またされ、さらに4000は飛べず、参加費減額でキャッシュバックになりますた。高度が下がるとフリーフォールの時間が短くなり、かつ全体の滞空時間もかなり短くなります。

早朝組が到着直後に、午後組は中止を決定したそうです。早朝組は、六時間待って、挙げ句とべないリスクが非常に高かったそうです。

もう少し早く決断してくれても良かったなと思いました。

またトイレが壊れ、近隣のトイレも壊れ、非常に困りました。

ただ、ドライバーさんやインストラクターさんは皆様大変親身で素晴らしくまたご縁があったら是非お願いしたいです。

All day excursion. Wonderful experience. Our guide, Stau, was enthusiastic, fun, and knowledgeable. The different villages, with all of the friendly people, entertainment, and learning opportunities were well done. The luau was good. The Ha, Breath of Life show was amazing. Will go again next time I visit Hawaii. Thanks so much for the experience.

I was worried because it started to rain while we were on the shuttle bus from Waikiki, but I had an amazing time skydiving and I really want to do it again! The instructor was there, so I wasn't scared at all!

ワイキキから送迎バスで向かってる最中、雨がふってきたりと心配してましたがすごく楽しくスカイダイビングすることができて、また飛びたい欲がすごいです！インストラクターの方がいるのでぜんぜん怖くなかったです！

We participated with a group of six, including family and friends. Since no one spoke Japanese, we managed with gestures and simple English. I cut the base of my thumb when I grabbed onto the bar due to the shock of arrival. There is also a section where you have to climb a rope for about 20 meters, so I recommend bringing leather gloves with fingertips exposed or gloves with grip. Additionally, the helmets are equipped for GoPro mounts, so if you want to bring one, a helmet mount or chest mount would be good.

友人家族含め6人で参加しました。日本語が通じる人は全くいないので、ジェスチャーと簡単な英語でなんとか乗り切りました。バーにつかまって到着時の衝撃で親指の付け根を切ってしまいました。途中20mほど綱登りをする場面もあるので、指先が出た革のグローブまたは滑り止めのついた軍手などを持って行くことをおすすめします。また、ヘルメットにゴープロがつけられるようになっているので持って行きたいひとはヘルメットマウントまたはチェストマウントがよかです。

The weather was perfect, and I flew under a clear blue sky. As I boarded the Cessna and ascended to 4,200 meters, I was filled with excitement and nervousness. To help ease my tension, the foreign instructor gave me a high-five and made jokes to make me laugh. Before I knew it, we had reached 4,200 meters.

I was securely strapped into the harness and headed to the exit. Naturally, I found myself shouting "Oh my God!!" (laughs). As I arched my body like the instructor had taught me, I was pushed out into the open sky for the dive!!

I thought I was falling at an incredible speed, but then the parachute opened, and it turned into a graceful aerial stroll. I was overwhelmed with emotion as I took in the breathtaking view of the beautiful North Shore coastline.

When the instructor asked, "Are you having fun?" and I replied, "YES!", he maneuvered the parachute left and right, allowing me to enjoy a 360-degree view. I truly felt grateful for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. I don't think I'll ever feel that much adrenaline again; it was exhilarating! (^^)

天気に恵まれて快晴の大空を飛びました。
セスナに乗り込んで4200メートルの上空に行く時、最高にドキドキして緊張していた私をほぐそうとしてくれたのか外国人のインストラクターさんがハイタッチしてくれたり、おどけてくれたりして笑わせてくれました。そうこうしてるうちに4200メートルに到着。
ハーネスをガッチリと着けられて出口へ。自然とオーマイガー!!と叫んでいました（笑）
インストラクターさんに何度もレクチャーされたように身体を海老反りにしてるうちに押し出されて大空へダイブ!!
物凄いスピードで落ちていったと思ったらパラシュートが開き、あとは優雅な上空散歩です(^^)
ノースショアの美しい海外線が一望出来て言葉にならない程、感動しました。
インストラクターがAre you fun?と聞いてくれて、YES！と答えたら何度も左右にパラシュートを動かして360度の景色を堪能できました。
二度とない体験ができて本当に良かったです。もうあんなにアドレナリンが出ることはないんじゃないかな？って思うほど興奮しました(^^)

I experienced a 2-hour horseback riding plan with transportation included. The weather was cloudy on the way, but it gradually improved by the time the experience started, revealing the beautiful and vast scenery of Kualoa Ranch. The instructor was an English-speaking guide, and although I couldn't understand everything in English, they explained things with great effort, which made it enjoyable. The 2-hour course did make my backside hurt a bit, but the beautiful location made it the best experience.

送迎付きの2時間乗馬プランを体験しました。
道中の天気が曇りでしたが、体験時間になると天気が徐々に良くなり、
クアロア牧場の綺麗で広大な景色が一面に広がります。英語ガイドの
インストラクターさんで、すべての英語を理解できませんでしたが、
一生懸命説明して頂き、楽しかったです。2時間コースは途中でお尻が
痛くなりましたが、綺麗なロケーションで最高でした。

I went skydiving for the first time with my best friend who loves Hawaii! It became the best memory of this trip to Hawaii. Next time, I will challenge myself to dive from a higher altitude!

ハワイ好きの親友と初めてのスカイダイビング！　今回のハワイ旅行での1番の思い出になりました。　次回はもっと高度からのダイブにチャレンジします！

Honestly guys, this is a must do when you go to Oahu. You get to learn about the Polynesian culture while having fun! The center was huge and there’s lots of activities to do throughout the day. There’s several shows that we’re OUTSTANDING!!! The food at the luau was amazing as well. The final show: HA, was sooo good, it’s a must see. Highly recommend!

Everyone thinks about trying it someday... Last year, I climbed a mountain just over 4,000 meters. So, I thought, why not try jumping from that height next? I chose Hawaii as the place where I could go skydiving. Wow, it was incredible! I want to recommend it to everyone. I thought once wouldn't be enough, so I signed up again two days later, but it rained. I'm left with some regrets. Also, that lighthearted atmosphere was a bit much for an older guy like me...

Just before the trip, I found a website that wrote some concerning things about this diving company. I don't know how true it is... When I got to the airport, I noticed there were a couple of other companies offering diving as well. I think it's better to have insurance just in case.

I'll challenge myself again someday.

誰もが、いつかはやってみたいと思いながら・・・
去年、４千ちょいの山に登った。じぁ次はこの高さから落ちてみようかと、
スカイダイビングの出来る所、で選んだのかハワイでした。
いゃーたまんないねー　みんなに勧めたいねー
一回だけじぁだめだろうと、二日後にも申し込んでいたのだが、雨。
心残りである。
あと、あの軽いノリは、おじさんにはちょっと・・・・・

旅行出発直前、ダイビングのこの会社について、
不安になるようなことを書かれたサイトを見つけた。
真意の程は判らないが・・・・・
空港へ行くと分かるが、
他に２社ほどダイビング行なっている会社があるようです。
まあ保険には、入っておいた方が良いと思います。

いつかまたチャレンジします。

I was forced to go skydiving by my husband, but it was absolutely amazing! ^_^
Before jumping, I was scared and frozen, but once I jumped, it felt incredible to be flying in the sky!
Until the parachute opened, I was struggling to breathe and felt overwhelmed, but the moment the parachute opened, I was able to see the scenery clearly and was moved!
A female instructor jumped with me, so I wasn't spun around and she let me hold the control lines, allowing me to steer right and left. ^ ^
I couldn't speak English well, so I wasn't able to express my thanks or have a good conversation, but I had so much fun!
I want to experience that view and thrill again!

主人に無理やり連れられて来たスカイダイビングでしたが、とっても最高でした！^_^
飛ぶ前までは怖くて固まっていましたが、飛んでしまえばもう空を飛んでいる気分ですごく良かったです！
パラシュートが開くまでは、息がしにくくて余裕がなかったのですが、パラシュートが開いた瞬間から景色がしっかり見れて感動しました！
女性の方が一緒に飛んでくれたので、グルグル回されず、一緒に操作する紐を持たしてくれて、右〜左〜と運転させてくれました^ ^
英語が喋れないのでうまくお礼やお話ができなかったけどとっても楽しかったです！
またあの景色とスリルを味わいにいきたいです！