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In mid-February, I went to Hawaii and signed up for skydiving! It was scheduled for the second day, but that day was canceled due to strong winds and rain in the forecast. The local staff called me in advance, and since I'm not very good at English, I could only understand bits and pieces. However, they asked if they could communicate via email, which allowed me to change the date!

Although there were no staff members who spoke Japanese, I managed to get by with my smartphone, so it was okay! I think I could understand the nuances of what they were saying, so I felt fine! I was alone, but I received a lot of help from a Korean participant in the tour, so I believe that as long as you help each other with the people around you, you'll be fine!

The sensation of diving into the blue of the ocean and the blue of the sky was incredibly exhilarating, and I felt no fear at all! Even after the parachute opened, they guided me to see the scenery, creating an unforgettable memory!

2月の中旬にハワイにいってスカイダイビングを申し込みしました！
2日目に行う予定だったのですがその日は風も強く雨の予報で中止でした。
事前に現地のスタッフさんが電話をしてくれて、私は英語はあまり得意じゃないので何となくでしか理解出来ませんでした。でも、メールで送る？と伝えてくれたのでメールでコミニュケーションをとることができ日にちを変更できました！
現地のスタッフさんは日本語を話せる方はいなかったのですがスマホがあればなんとかなります笑
ニュアンスでも言ってることは理解できるので大丈夫だと思います！
私は1人だったのですが他のツアー参加者の韓国人の方に色々助けられどうにかなりましたので、その場でいる人で助け合えば大丈夫です！

海の青と空の青にダイブする感覚は最高に気持ちよくて、恐怖心とかは一切なかったです！
パラシュートひらいてからも景色がみえるよう誘導してくれて、一生忘れられない思い出になりました！

It was the best time we have had. Learned a lot about how they grow pineapple 🍍

Authentic and warm. Food was also excellent. Location was great

Last time, we were not fortunate with the weather and our English skills, so this time we approached it with four family members. We were able to experience a dream that we had for five years. After 71 years of living, it was the best attraction, and we were extremely satisfied.

前回は天候と英語力に恵まれなかった為、それを踏まえて今回は家族4名で臨みました。５年越しの夢の体験ができました。７１年生きてきて最高のアトラクションで
大満足出来ました。

It was my first challenge, but I had a great time. I decided to include videos and photos, and that was definitely the right choice. They took a lot of pictures from departure to landing; I think there were about 300. Each one was a best shot, and it was fun to review them. The video was also edited very well, and I was surprised by the quality. It was difficult to lift my face right after jumping, so I regret that I was looking down the whole time in the video.

初挑戦でしたがすごく楽しめました。
動画写真付きにしましたが大正解でした。
出発から着地までたくさん写真を撮っていただきました。300枚ほどあったと思います。どれもベストショットで確認するのが楽しかったです。動画もすごく上手に編集されていてクオリティに驚きました。飛んですぐ顔をあげるのが難しく、動画もずっと下を向いてしまっていたのでそこだけ後悔です。

The trip became the worst due to the driver's initial tardiness, lack of explanation, and unpleasantness. I was helped by Veltour in dealing with the troubles, but I do not recommend traveling alone.

ドライバーさんの最初の遅刻から、説明不足や感じの悪さを含め最低の旅になりました。
ヴェルトラさんがトラブルに対応してくれたから助かりましたが、一人旅の利用はおススメしません。

I want to fly in the sky like a bird! I think everyone has thought about this when they were little. This active experience became a wonderful memory for me. I have a fear of heights, and this time I faced real fear and ventured into the unknown. It's difficult to express in words, but it's the best attraction.

鳥の様に空を飛びたい！小さい頃、誰もが思った事が有ると思います、このアクティブな体験は私の中で素晴らしい経験になりました、私は高所恐怖症です、今回本物の恐怖と向かいあって未知の領域に行って来ました、言葉で上手く言い表わす事は難しいですが最高のアトラクションです。

really wonderful and personal tour, the horses are well cared for and loved!

My 79-year-old mother suddenly said she wanted to try it, and while I was a bit worried, I thought we could just stop if it didn't go well, so I joined her. She said it was a lot of fun with no problems at all, and she was excitedly talking about it even after we returned home. She wants to do it again. The Japanese staff member was very kind.

79歳になる母が突然やりたいと言い、大丈夫？と思いつつ現地行ってダメならやめればいいやくらいの感じで一緒に参加しました。
全く問題なくとても楽しかったそうで、帰国してからも興奮しながら話していました。
またやりたいそうです。
日本人スタッフのお姉さんがとても親切でした。

I was unsure whether to rent a car, but I was also anxious about driving overseas, so I decided to use this plan! We left the hotel at 11 AM and arrived about an hour later to participate in the photo mini tour. After the photo mini tour, I was dropped off near Giovanni's, which was very helpful! Since we had plenty of time, I was able to enjoy acai at Matsumoto Shave Ice and Haleiwa Bowl, and I also had a leisurely shopping experience!

レンタカーで行くか迷いましたが海外にて車を運転することが不安もありこちらのプランを使用させていただきました！
11時にホテルを出発し約1時間後に到着しフォトミニツアーに参加しました。
フォトミニツアー終了後、ジョバンニの近くで降ろしてくださり大変助かりました！
時間もたくさんあったので、マツモトシェイブアイスやハレイワボウルにてアサイーを食べ、ショッピングもゆっくり楽しむことができました！

My first booking was cancelled at very last minute. The captain only told me when I got to the pier - 2hours round trips was wasted for nothing without early notice.

I booked second one which was rescheduled twice, eventually it made through and my daughter loves it.

The water is bit cold in the first place but bearable and we stayed in water for 40mins or longer as we were the last group.

On the way back, we saw the whales - what a bonus!!

It was a perfect skydiving experience on a clear day. This time, I requested the photo and video option, so I was able to share the excitement with my family, making it the best activity.

快晴で最高のスカイダイビングでした。
今回、写真ビデオのオプションをお願いしましたので、家族とも臨場感を共有できて最高のアクティビティでした。

The pick-up, reception, explanation, and execution were all smooth and helpful! There are also people who speak Japanese, so Japanese visitors can feel at ease! The divers were friendly, and I was very satisfied!

送迎から受付から説明から実施までスムーズで助かりました！日本語を話せる方もいるので日本人も安心！ダイバーさんも気さくで大満足！

This venue Is jam packed with things to do and see! Each village area representing an island of Polynesian was so informative and filled with fun activities. The students that perform are absolutely wonderful.
We were so impressed by the grand buffet, so much incredibly wonderful food.
The HA Breath of life performance was amazing! The driver of our bus that we went on told us that this show was one of the most authentic depictions of Polynesian culture on the whole island! I concur 100%

It was the best party, with only Japanese people, but everyone was very friendly. The staff was also kind and attentive. This was my second time, and it was great again.

日本人は私達ONLY。でも、とてもFRIENDLYなパーティーで最高でした。
スタッフも優しく丁寧でした。
２回目でしたが今回も最高でした。

My family loved this tour. The activities we fun and well managed. Kevin was a great tour guide.

I originally joined this tour because I love sharks. We took a bus for just under two hours from our hotel in Waikiki to Haleiwa. We gathered at a small shack decorated with shark patterns and set off. There were about 14 or 15 participants, and I was the only Japanese person (the staff were not Japanese either).

The explanations were in English, and the engine noise was loud, so I couldn't understand much, but I managed to get by. Since my eyesight is poor, I borrowed prescription goggles, but they weren't very clear, so I recommend bringing contact lenses if you have vision issues. As others have mentioned, once we arrived at the spot, the waves were high and it was easy to get seasick. I got seasick here too.

However, when we got into the cage, I was so focused on watching the sharks that I forgot about my seasickness. I was very satisfied to see a nearly 3-meter-long tiger shark up close. The shark was calm, and I was moved by its graceful swimming. Unfortunately, I didn't see many other sharks besides that tiger shark. After getting out of the cage, I felt worse and ended up vomiting. There was another person who vomited as well. However, after that, I felt refreshed and was able to enjoy the return trip.

I was a bit anxious about participating alone as a woman, but I had a valuable experience and it was really great! If there are others in a similar situation who are hesitant to join, I encourage you to participate without hesitation!

(February 2025, early February, 9 AM departure, woman in her 20s)

もともとサメが好きでこのツアーに参加しました。ワイキキのホテルからバスで2時間弱かけてハレイワまで向かいました。サメの柄の小さな小屋に集合して出発しました。参加者は14、5人で日本人は私1人だけでした（スタッフの方も日本人ではない）。
説明は英語かつエンジンの音がうるさくあまり理解できませんでしたが、なんとかなりました笑。視力が低いので、度ありのゴーグルを借りましたが、あまり見えやすくはなかったので目がよくない方はコンタクトを持って行くことをおすすめします。他の方も言っている通り、スポットについてからは波が高く酔いやすいです。当方もここで酔いました。
しかし、ケージに入る際はサメを見ることに夢中で酔っていることを忘れました。体長３メートル弱のタイガーシャークを一匹、近くで見ることができとても満足でした。サメは穏やかで、優雅に泳ぐ姿に感動しました。しかしそのタイガーシャーク以外のサメはほとんど見れませんでした。ケージから出た後、酔いが酷くなり吐いてしまいました。私以外にももう1人吐いてる方がいました。しかし、その後はスッキリして帰港を楽しむことができました。
女1人の参加で少し不安でしたが貴重な経験ができてとても良かったです！同じ境遇で参加を迷っている方がいたらぜひ迷わず参加してみてください！！

（2025.2月上旬　9時出発　　20代女）

Jay was an excellent host and guide. He shared so many interesting things about the aircraft, Hawaii, and the area we were flying over. Jay also has a keen eye for spotting wildlife. Thanks to him, I got to see turtles, and monk seals! I’m really glad I signed up for this experience.

Tremendous experience - incredible crew - jump then go to Wicked HI Cafe for the best post-jump meal ever.

This was my first luau and I really didn't know what to expect. I was greatly impressed with the quality of the program, the enthusiasm of the performers and the outstanding cuisine we enjoyed for the meal. The evening with the Toa Luau group was an unforgettable highlight to our visit to Hawaii. In addition to the luau, we had the opportunity to hike to the waterfall while enjoying the beauty of the botanical garden. As I said, the whole experience was unforgettable.
Greg & Janet R

Absolutely loved this activity!!! Our tour guides Vea, Everette, and Emely were amazing and made our tour so much fun! Definitely a must when in Hawai’i!

5/5 stars! The Polynesian Cultural Center Tour was a trip highlight! Well-organized, easy to follow, and bursting with energy. The setting was perfection!

First of all, the driver was great. Being Japanese made me feel at ease. Thanks to their service-oriented spirit and the various information they provided, I was able to fully enjoy the North Shore even in a short time. It was my first time horseback riding, and I was worried, but the thorough explanation of the precautions in the vehicle allowed everything to proceed smoothly. The local female staff were also kind, and my son, who is in the third year of middle school, enjoyed horseback riding as well. He said it was the best part of our trip. I was also satisfied with the delicious restaurants they recommended. The ocean was very beautiful, and I would love to go to the North Shore again.

まずドライバーさんが良かったですね。
日本人で安心できます。
サービス精神があって、色々情報を提供してくださったおかげで、短時間でもノースショアを満喫できました。
乗馬も初めてで心配でしたが、車内でしっかり注意事項を説明していただいたお陰でスムーズに進行出来ました。
現地の女性スタッフの方々も親切で、中学3年の息子でも乗馬を楽しめました。今回の旅で一番良かったと言っています。
食事も美味しいお店をご紹介いただいたお陰で満足出来ました。
海がとてもキレイで、もう一度ノースショアに行きたいですねー。

First of all, I was very grateful for the round-trip shuttle service to and from the hotel.

Now, regarding the skydiving, the process goes as follows:
1. Sign the waiver (iPad)
2. Weight measurement and payment of the fuel surcharge ($15)
* At this point, they will explain the following optional upgrades in English, but if you don't want to change anything, just say "No."
- Upgrade for photography
- Change in drop altitude
3. Meet your buddy and receive safety instructions
4. Time to dive into the sky!

The drop is very much a streamlined process. There’s no time to hesitate, so if you’re not ready for it, it might be best to skip it.

For those who are still interested, the dive into the sky feels amazing, and you can see the beautiful scenery of Hawaii. It will undoubtedly be the best experience of your life.

まず宿泊先ホテルへの往復送迎付きだったのが大変ありがたかったです。

本題のスカイダイビングですが、以下流れで進みます。
①免責保障(ipad)への署名
②体重測定・燃油サーチャージの支払い($15)
　※ここで、以下オプション追加について英語で説明されますが、変更なしの場合は「No」と言えばOKです。
　　・撮影のアップグレード
　　・落下高度の変更
③バディとの対面、注意点等の説明
④いざ空へダイブ！

落下はとにかく流れ作業です。
躊躇している暇がないので、覚悟がない方は辞めておくほうが吉かと思います。

それでも興味のある方へ
空へのダイブはとても気持ち良く、ハワイの素晴らしい景色を見ることができます。
間違いなく人生最高の体験になるはずです。

Unique experience with a knowledgeable and fun crew! Common sense and safety first approach put us all at ease, so the swim was nothing but fun. We also saw dolphins, green turtle and a whale! They even pointed out to listen for a whale song under the water, which we heard!! If on Oahu, this is a must!

Super save and enjoyable flight! Saw two whales breaching! Highly recommend.

Thank you guys for the amazing time! Would highly recommend this trip. We did see whales, beautiful views of paradise, some crap traps, and the site for the open shark dive. We loved the crew so much, we have now signed up for the shark dive! We can’t wait! The crew were fantastic, captain and skipper both knew and shared a ton of great information about the island. They took their time and were not in a rush. The sunset was also amazing. Could not have asked for a better trip!

The care, attention, quality, cleanliness, and authenticity made for an unbelievable experience. My family and I left very happy and ready to recommend to everyone. You get what you pay for.

It was a good day, but there is a LOT going on. You could probably break it up into 2 days as the pass lets you come back for the day-time events.

With a group of six people, we enjoyed a leisurely trip under the beautiful sunny sky, taking in the scenery. We also participated in a mini tour that we had hoped to join. Since our group had the vehicle to ourselves, thanks to the driver's kindness, we were able to see the honu (sea turtles) that weren't on the original itinerary, and we got off at Giovanni's Shrimp Truck. This allowed us to efficiently enjoy our time while walking northward. Perhaps because it was a weekday, it wasn't too crowded, so we could shop at a relaxed pace. Along the way, we revitalized ourselves with smoothies. It was a whirlwind five-hour stay in Haleiwa filled with walking, eating, and shopping. Personally, I found it more enjoyable without having to drive compared to when I came with a rental car (laughs).

3組6人の参加で絶子の晴天のなか、景色観ながらゆったり移動。希望参加のミニツアーにも参加。１組貸切状態だったので、運転手さんのご厚意で予定にないホヌも見物し、ジェニーズシュリンプで下車させていただきました。お陰で北上しながら徒歩で効率よく楽しめました。平日の為かさほど混むこともなくゆったりショッピング。途中、疲れを癒しにスムージー飲んで復活。歩いて飲食して買い物してあっという間の5時間ハレイワ滞在でした。個人的には、レンタカーで来た時より運転なく楽でした（笑）