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This tour offers more than just what is on the pamphlet. First of all, the trip to the Dole Plantation provided different attractions that are relaxing and self paced with beautiful backgrounds for pictures. There was a large gift shop for those who enjoy a little vacation shopping with a food court where everyone should try at least one of the special pineapple menu items. Secondly, the stop to Haleiwa was a short distance from Dole, and there's so many shops to visit just by walking in a straight line. If you keep moving, you're bound to find something you that interests you, like the shaved ice, surf shops, and snoopy store. For each stop, the tour provides about an hour or two for you to explore yourselves, which is plenty, so you won't have the feeling have being rushed.

I'm sure you'll enjoy the two main stops of the tour, but what made the trip so memorable is the staff and driver of your bus. Our driver was Marlon, and he made it his second priority to make sure everyone in our group knew what options they had before reaching each stop so that we could plan accordingly once we arrive. Of course his first priority was ensuring our safety and comfort, making the tour easier for us to kick back and enjoy. During the extra free time, he even took us to a nearby coffee shop that grows and grinds their own beans. That's something he added to the tour himself since we had free time, but also because he wanted to show us more of the island. He has an excellent sense of humor, and everyone in our group felt comfortable approaching him. He even speaks multiple languages for the passengers that may not be fully fluent in English. During the stops, I noticed him walking around offering to take family photos, starting conversations with people about the places we visited, and answering any questions they had. He is an amazing driver, awesome tour guide, and overall just a friendly person you'd want to have with you when visiting new places.

I was fitted with a harness by the instructor, while other instructors were taking photos in front of the sign and communicating. However, when they realized I was Japanese and couldn't speak much English, they quickly went behind the scenes and didn't come out again.

As others moved, we headed to the waiting area before boarding the plane. The instructor arrived late and took photos in front of the outdoor sign. After that, we waited for boarding, during which a GoPro was recording, resulting in 1,659 images sent to us that were mostly irrelevant. Two-thirds of the total images were just random shots taken without permission.

I understand that the energy levels vary among instructors, but if the images are just for counting, I don't need them. The data was downloaded without consent.

At the reception, there was a Japanese woman who was reassuring and attentive, which made me feel at ease.

Overall, it was a valuable experience that is hard to come by.

インストラクターにハーネスを着けてもらい、他のインストラクターは、看板前で撮影等して、コミュニケーションをしていたが、日本人で英語がそれぼど話せないと分かると、すぐ裏へ帰り出て来ない。
他の人達が移動するので飛行機搭乗前の待機場へ移動すると、遅れてインストラクターが来て、外の看板前で撮影。その後、飛行機搭乗まで待機しているが、その間GoPro回っていて、送られた画像1659枚がその時のどうでもいい画像。トータル三分のニの画像が、無断な数合わせの画像でした。
インストラクターによって、テンションが違うのは、分かるが数合わせの画像なら、いらない。データダウンロードの無断です。

受け付けには、日本人女性がいらっしゃて、安心、親身に対応して、いただきました。

体験としては、なかなか体験出来ない貴重な体験をさせていただきました。

We enjoyed our trip to the Dole plantation and on to Haleiwa. Our driver Chris was very knowledgeable and pointed out many of the local points of interest on the way to and from our destination. The train ride at Dole was worth taking and the Dole whip was very tasty. We did a little shopping there to which did not really leave us much time to tour the garden area. It would be a great idea to add 30 minutes more to the time here giving longer to do at least two of the three activities here (train, garden, and maze). The cost of the train & garden combo ticket was $19.99. After that it was on to Haleiwa. Chris gave multiple recommendations on where to eat and we chose the 7 Brothers hamburgers from his list. The hamburgers here did not disappoint. Both my wife and enjoyed our burgers and we split an order of fries. Despite having had breakfast and a Dole whip already that morning the burgers were just so good we had to finish them :-). After some shopping it was time to go back to our hotel. On the way back Chris had some suggestions on things to do and places to see before our time in Hawaii is done.

The only negative comments we had were that the bus seemed a little dated, it had a small problem with its “kneeling” feature and there were no cup holders for our drinks. Would definitely recommend Chris and this trip.

The area were we rode was still wet and muddy. I got a horse who refused to move so was led the entire ride. The Dole plantation party of the tour was too short and the place wasn't even open yet when we arrived, cutting into our time there. The town we visited on the way back was just a time sick, although we found a great burger place to eat lunch. I would not recommend.

I used it for the first time on the North Shore. I went without studying any English at all, but thanks to the friendly and attentive guide, it was a fulfilling experience! Thank you, Kuri-chan!

初めてのノースショアで利用しました
英語は全く勉強せずに行ったのですが
気さくで気の利くガイドさんが案内してくださったおかげで充実していました！
くりちゃん、ありがとうございました

The show at the Polynesian Cultural Center was excellent and very engaging. The buffet offered a wide variety of dishes, with plenty of options to enjoy. A great overall cultural experience.

The show at the Polynesian Cultural Center was excellent and very engaging. The buffet offered a wide variety of dishes, with plenty of options to enjoy. A great overall cultural experience.

This was my first time in Hawaii, and I signed up for a tour to Haleiwa Town and the Dole Plantation that I had been wanting to visit. The guide provided explanations in both Japanese and English, which helped deepen my understanding while also exposing me to English, making the tour enjoyable until the end. At Dole, the guide explained how to enjoy the attractions and the tickets, so I was able to fully enjoy the train ride, pineapple ice cream, and even souvenirs. In Haleiwa, I strolled around and had garlic shrimp and hamburgers. The local atmosphere was great. Since it was a half-day tour, it wasn't too tiring, and it was just right.

今回初めてのハワイで、行きたかったハレイワタウンとドールプランテーションのツアーを申込みました。ガイドさんが日本語と英語で説明をしてくれて、英語にも触れつつ、日本語で理解が深まったので最後まで楽しいツアーでした。ドールでは、楽しみ方のポイントやチケットの説明もしてくれたので、列車やパイナップルアイス、お土産まで満足に楽しむことができました。ハレイワでは、全体を散歩しつつ、ガーリックシュリンプやハンバーガーを食べました。ローカルな雰囲気が良かったです。半日のツアーなので疲れすぎず、ちょうど良かったです。

My first skydiving experience in my life! It was a bit scary, but more than that, I felt the wind of Hawaii and felt like I became a bird. It was an absolutely amazing feeling!

人生初のスカイダイビング！　ちょっと怖かったですが、それよりもハワイの風を感じて鳥になった気分になれて、最高に気持ちよかったです！

The horses were well-trained, which made me feel very safe while riding. My family of four experienced this together, and it was interesting to see that the horses also have their own relationships; they seemed to have preferences, as some horses didn't get along well and couldn't maintain a good distance from each other.

Unfortunately, due to several days of heavy rain, we couldn't follow the usual course, and the actual time spent riding was less than an hour, which was disappointing.

よく調教されているお馬さん達で、とても安心して乗馬することができました。
家族4人で体験しましたが、それぞれの馬同士も相性があるらしく、嫌いな馬とは上手く距離がとれなかったりと、人間関係ならぬ馬関係も垣間見れ面白かったです。

何日かひどい雨が続いていたこともあり、通常のコースを歩くことができなかった為か、実際に馬に乗っていた時間は1時間にも満たなかったのが残念でした。

Even though I took motion sickness medication, I still felt nauseous and ended up vomiting after landing. Also, because of the rapid descent, I didn't have the chance to equalize my ears, and they became extremely painful. I couldn't even enjoy the scenery and ended up forgetting about it, so I recommend buying the video, even though it's expensive.

酔い止めを飲んでも酔って地上に降りてから吐きました。また、急降下するので耳抜きをする余裕もなく、めちゃくちゃ耳が痛くなります。景色を楽しむ余裕もなく忘れてしまうので、高いですが動画を買うのをおすすめします。

We went by rental car from Waikiki. The riding time was just right, not too long and not too short. The staff doesn't speak Japanese, but they show a simple Japanese video explanation. The horses are very smart, so there are no worries or problems at all. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery was magnificent and beautiful.

ワイキキからはレンタカーで行きました。
乗馬時間も長過ぎず短すぎず丁度いい時間でした。
スタッフは日本語喋れませんが、簡単な日本語ビデオの説明を見せてくれます。
お馬さんがとても賢いので何の心配も問題もありません。
天気にも恵まれ、とにかく景色が雄大で美しかったです。

My 18-year-old son had an experience. At first, he seemed nervous, but from the moment he jumped, he was smiling the whole time and said it was a wonderful experience. For several days, he couldn't calm down from the excitement and said he definitely wants to jump again. The person in charge was also very nice, so we will be using this service again next time.

18歳の息子が体験しました。
最初は緊張していたようですが、飛んだ瞬間から終始笑顔で素晴らしい経験ができたと喜んでいます。
数日間は興奮冷めやらずで、また絶対に飛ぶそうです。
担当の方もとても良い方だったようで次回もこちらでお世話になります。

The tour I participated in started in bad weather, but thanks to the guide's attentive guidance, it turned out to be a very enjoyable experience. In Haleiwa on the North Shore, there were so many shops that I got a bit lost, but the guide helped by recommending stores and ways to explore. At the Dole Plantation, the variety of souvenirs was more than I expected, and I ended up buying quite a few things. The pineapple ice cream was delicious, and since the temperature wasn't too high, I was able to enjoy it comfortably. The guide's thoughtfulness was also wonderful, making it a tour where I could feel safe sightseeing even in bad weather.

今回参加したツアーは悪天候の中でのスタートでしたが、ガイドさんの丁寧な案内のおかげでとても楽しい体験になりました。ノースショアのハレイワではたくさんのお店があり迷ってしまいましたが、ガイドさんがオススメのお店や回り方を教えてくれて助かりました。ドールプランテーションでは想像以上にお土産が充実していて、つい色々と買ってしまいました。パイナップルのアイスも美味しく、気温はそれほど高くなかったので快適に楽しめました。ガイドさんの気配りも素晴らしく、悪天候でも安心して観光できるツアーでした。

My First Skydiving Experience
I was really nervous before jumping, but while I was flying, the exhilaration was incredible; it was truly the best!

初めてのスカイダイビング
飛び出す前はドキドキでしたが、飛んでいる時は爽快感がすごく、本当に最高でした！

On est vraiment plongé dans l’apprentissage sur l’histoire des îles polynésiennes.

Le souper était à nouveau excellent et le spectacle HA le souffle de la vie est majestueux

I thought about going to Haleiwa by using public buses or Uber on my own, but it was the right decision to join a tour instead, as it relieved the pressure of arranging things and worrying about time for my family of four.

自力で路線バスや、Uberを使って、ハレイワに行こうと思いましたが、家族４人、手配や時間の心配なプレッシャーもなくツアー参加にした事は、正解でした。

I stayed at Twin Fin, and it was really great that the hotel provided transportation from Waikiki to Haleiwa, as it's quite far to go on your own!

First, we did a little sightseeing in the city, and then they took us to the Dole Plantation. The driver acted as a guide throughout the journey, which really deepened my knowledge, and he was humorous, making it a lot of fun.

In Haleiwa, we had free time to try the famous garlic shrimp, but personally, I was really happy to be able to drink a latte made with coffee beans that can only be found on the North Shore!

ツインフィンに宿泊していたのですが、ワイキキからハレイワまで個人で行くととても遠いのを、ホテルから連れて行ってくれるので、とてもありがたいツアーでした！
まず、市内観光を少しして、Doleプランテーションに連れて行ってくれるのですが、始終運転手の方が移動中ガイドをしてくれるので、知識もとても深まりましたし、ユーモアのあるガイドで楽しかったです。
ハレイワではかの有名なガーリックシュリンプもフリータイムで食べに行くことも出来るのですが、個人的にはノースショアでしか獲ることのできないコーヒー豆を使ったラテを飲めたのがとても嬉しかったです♪

The instructors were all kind and many of them were interesting. The sea, mountains, and islands looked beautiful from above, and I was truly moved.

インストラクターさんもみんな優しく、面白い方が多い印象でした。上空から見る海、山、島どれも綺麗で感動しかなかったです。

I had some trouble with the initial input process, but there was someone at the reception who spoke Japanese, so I was able to complete the procedures somehow.

27 years ago, when I went skydiving in Hawaii, it was really exhilarating, but this time, both my spouse and I started to feel dizzy during the freefall and experienced a bit of motion sickness. My buddy was very kind and made me feel safe during the dive, but the spinning in the air was quite tough.

We felt our age a bit and couldn't enjoy it as much, but it turned out to be a good experience for the second time.

始めの入力作業に手間取ってしまったのですが、受付に日本語ができる方がいてなんとか手続きできました。
27年前にハワイでスカイダイビングした時は、とってもだの覚めたのですが、今回は、夫婦共にダイブ後の空中遊泳中に目が回り始めてしまい、やや乗り物酔いをしてしまいました。バディは、とっても親切で安心してダイブできたのですが、くるくる空中遊泳は、辛かったでした。
私たちは、老いを感じ少し楽しめませんでしたが、2度目の良い重艶になりました。

We gathered at 7:30 AM and departed for Haleiwa five minutes before the scheduled time. On that day, there were four families participating, including ours. The driver provided explanations in both Japanese and English, which made us feel secure during the ride.

We arrived in less than an hour from Waikiki and had some free time. We took a walk towards the ocean until the shops opened. Once the shops opened, we enjoyed some Huli Huli chicken, ate acai bowls, and bought T-shirts and coffee. It was great because it was cheaper than in Waikiki.

朝7:30集合で定刻5分前にハレイワに向かって出発。当日は、我々含め４家族参加でした。ドライバーの方は、日本語と英語で説明して下さり運転も安心でした。
ワイキキから1時間弱で到着し、自由行動。
お店が開くまで海の方へ散歩して、
お店が開いたら、フリフリチキンを食べたり
アサイーボール食べてTシャツ、コーヒーを買いました。ワイキキより安くて良かったです、、。

You can enjoy horseback riding while taking in the stunning views of the beach in Haleiwa. Each horse is well-trained and responds perfectly to commands. The view from atop the horse is fantastic. The instructor was cheerful and always attentive. It was also a nice touch that they provided photos taken during the ride. However, the time for exploring Haleiwa was short, and it was a bit disappointing that we only had enough time to eat.

ハレイワの海辺の絶景を眺めながら乗馬ができます。どの馬も慣れていて、きちんと指示通りに動いてくれます。馬上からの眺めは最高です。インストラクターの方は陽気で常に気をつかってくれました。道中撮った写真を配信してくれるのも嬉しいサービスです。ただ、ハレイワ散策の時間は短く、食事するだけでいっぱいなのはちょっと残念でした。

It's cold due to the wind and water, so make sure to bring extra towels and warm clothing like a hoodie. The boat will sway in the rough northern waves until you reach the spot, which is fun like a roller coaster, but… I did feel a bit seasick.

There are a lot of sharks in front of the cage, so you can see them from above. From inside the cage… it's a bit underwhelming. You can see them if you try hard enough, but it might not be suitable for girls or children.

You get tossed around by the waves and the cage, so it’s cold and painful. I think it’s fun, though!

風、水で寒いので、タオル多め、パーカーなど防寒着は必ず。
スポットに着くまでに船がノースの荒波に揺られるので、ジェットコースターみたいに楽しいけれど…やはり半分は酔ってました。
ケージの前にサメがたくさんいるので上から見れます。
ケージの中からは…微妙。
頑張れば見れるけど、女の子、子供とかは不向きかも。
波とケージに体をぶつけられるので、寒い、痛い。
楽しいのは楽しいと思う。

It was so much fun, and I'm really glad I did it! For those who are hesitating, you absolutely should experience it! ✨ A few years ago, I couldn't do it, and it had been on my mind ever since. So, during this trip to Hawaii, I decided that no matter what, I would go skydiving!

At 6:40 AM, a shuttle arrived to pick us up in Waikiki. After stopping at two locations, there were a total of 10 of us in the van. We arrived at the site in about an hour. There were various languages being spoken in the van, which added to the experience (Japanese, Chinese, American).

Upon arrival, we checked in and entered the necessary information on an iPad. Once that was done, we waited on a bench. *I got bitten by a bug during this time, so it might be good to have something like Muhi (anti-itch cream) on hand.

When it was our turn, my name was displayed on a board, and the instructor helped me put on the gear. The person assisting me would be the one jumping with me. I was worried because I didn't understand English well, but the instructors are used to dealing with Japanese participants, so it was fine.

After that, we boarded the Cessna and went up into the sky. I enjoyed the view while waiting excitedly for the moment 💓. After that, I just had to trust the instructor and jump together. Make sure to keep your eyes open and enjoy the beautiful sky and ocean of Hawaii! ✨ After the parachute opens, they will even teach you a bit about steering.

I recommend taking photos and videos (I keep looking back at them with nostalgia). I was surprised that the instructor was wearing sandals, but since they are experienced, I felt safe until landing (*•̀ᴗ•́*)👍. Once everyone had completed their dives, they took us back to Waikiki.

We arrived at the hotel around 11:40 AM, so it felt like we spent the whole morning on this adventure. I hope everyone gets to have a fun experience too! ✨

楽しすぎて本当にやって良かったー♬.*迷っている方は絶対！絶対体験した方が良いです✨
数年前に訪れた時、やれなかったのがずっと心残りで、今回のHawaii旅行では何がなんでもスカイダイビングはやろう！と決めて参加しました。
その際、ベルトラの体験談がとても参考になったので、どなたかの参考になれば幸いです。

6時40分にワイキキへ送迎車が来てくれました。その後2箇所経由してバンには計10名で乗り合わせ。1時間ほどで現地に着きました。車内では色んな言葉が飛び交っておりこれも良い体験になりましたw(日本人、中国人、アメリカ人)
到着後、受付し、iPadで必要事項の入力。終わったらベンチがあるのでそこで待機。
※この時虫に刺されました💦【ムヒ】などあると良いでしょう。

順番になると掲示板に自分の名前が表示され、インストラクターの方が器具を装着してくれます。この時対応してくれる方が一緒に飛んでくださる方になります。英語が分からなくて不安でしたが、インストラクターの方も日本人の対応に慣れているので大丈夫です。
その後セスナに乗り込んで上空まで。景色を楽しみながらワクワクドキドキその時を待ちます💓
後はインストラクターに任せて一緒に飛ぶだけ(^^)
目を閉じないように、Hawaiiの綺麗な空と海をちゃんと楽しんでください✨
パラシュートが開いてからは軽く操縦も教えてくれますよ
写真とビデオ撮影おすすめします。(余韻で見返してますw)
インストラクターがサンダルだったのでビックリしましたが、ベテランの方でしょうから着地まで安心して大丈夫です(*•̀ᴗ•́*)👍
同乗者全員のダイブが終わりましたらワイキキまで送迎してくれます。
11時40分頃ホテルに着いたので、ざっと午前中いっぱいの感じでした。
皆様も楽しい体験を是非✨

All of our kids loved it here, they had smiles on their faces all days thanks to the PCC staff!

If you do not want to drive this tour is perfect for some time to explore the gorgeous Haleiwa!

The day is a very busy one, be prepared for a lot of activities, it is almost hard to hit everything in a day but the ticket does allow you to come back for the day touring!

On top of the ATV part, I enjoyed learning more about the land and local agriculture.

There are tours available at 7:30 or 11:00, and we participated in the 7:30 tour. The 11:00 departure is more popular. The reason for its popularity is that local shops open after 10:00. However, if you go at 7:30, many shops are still closed, but there are fewer people, making it comfortable to explore. If you enjoy leisurely visiting shops, I recommend this option.

７時半もしくは１１時のツアーがあり、自分たちは７時半に参加しました。
１１時出発のほうが人気です。
人気の理由は、現地のお店が１０時過ぎからオープンするためです。
ただ、７時半に行く場合は、開店前のお店が多いですが、その分人も少なく
散策が快適でした。
のんびりしつつお店を巡るのが好きな方はおすすめです。

I've always thought that I wanted to try skydiving at least once in my life, but I was scared. In the end, I went for it and it was so much fun!!! Just thinking about the moment I jumped still makes me shiver, but once I was falling, it was enjoyable, and I got to see so many beautiful views. Also, I feel like I became stronger from the experience, haha. I don't think I'll regret jumping! It's definitely a memory to cherish from Hawaii ♡

人生で1回はスカイダイビングしてみたいけど怖い、とずっと思っていましたが、結局飛んでめっちゃ楽しかったです！！！
降りる瞬間のことは今思い出しただけでも震えますが、落ちてからは楽しくて、景色もいっぱい見れました。あとなんか、飛んだことで強くなった気がします笑　飛んで後悔はないと思います！ハワイの思い出にぜひ♡

I felt at ease driving while being guided. The detailed explanations about the Dole Plantation and North Shore made for a very enjoyable day!

ガイドしながら運転も安心できました。Doleプランテーションやノースショアも詳しく説明してくれてとても楽しい一日になりました！