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Horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch is great, but I wanted to try a long ride along the coast! Our family of six participated. Unfortunately, it was rainy, but the staff were friendly and smiling, even though they could hardly speak Japanese. They also took care to cover the saddles with waterproof covers right up until we mounted, which made the whole family very satisfied. Everyone hopes for a chance to ride on a sunny day next time! What stood out the most was how the staff treated the horses like family, and they took great care of them, looking very happy themselves. I sincerely hope they continue this in the future.

クアロアランチなどの乗馬もいいけどロングで海沿いコースの乗馬をしてみたい！とファミリー6人で参加しました。生憎の雨模様でしたが、スタッフの方々の笑顔や日本語はほとんど話せないけれど、とてもフレンドリーでした。また、鞍などにも騎乗直前まで水濡れ防止のカバーをかけてくれる心遣いもあり家族も大満足。今度は快晴の乗馬を期待したいと皆リベンジを希望！！一番感じたのは、スタッフの方々が馬を家族として接しているし馬の手入れもしっかり出来ていてなによりとても幸せそうでした。是非、今後も続けてほしいと願っています。

We had a great time. This is well worth every penny it costs. We saw and learned so many great things. The luau was great, food was delicious. The Breath of Life play was the best I've ever seen, so high energy. If I ever get back to Hawaii again would definately do this again.

This was an awesome tour. The driver was local and gave lots of information about the area...what it used to be and what it is now. Many changes in 45 years. There was plenty of free time to explore. That was the best!

It was the best experience.
I will never forget the sight of the horizon stretching 360 degrees far above the clouds.

When I searched online, I found some negative reviews mentioning the absence of Japanese staff and that they wouldn't take you to the highest altitude, but I had a very kind Japanese staff member who provided excellent interpretation, and the instructor properly checked the altitude with an altimeter.

I saw some comments about long wait times, but in my case, I was able to return to my hotel in Waikiki by a little after 1 PM. I participated alone as a man, but I had a great time taking photos with the other participants while waiting.

It seemed that the decision to cancel due to weather was quite close; fortunately for me, it cleared up and I was able to fly safely, but they mentioned that if the weather hadn't improved, they would have planned to fly from half the altitude. It seems that this can happen occasionally, so I recommend checking the weather forecast before participating if you're feeling anxious.

I am completely satisfied with everything.
I definitely want to participate again.
Thank you very much.

最高の体験でした。
雲の遥か上で360度水平線が広がるあの光景は忘れられません。

ネットで検索すると、日本人スタッフがいないとか、最高高度まで上がってくれないとか、ちらほら悪評がありますが、とても親切な日本人スタッフの方がしっかり通訳してくれますし、高度もちゃんとインストラクターの方が高度計（？）で最高高度を確認させてくれました。

待ち時間が長いという話をちらほら見ましたが、自分の場合は13時過ぎにはワイキキのホテルに戻ってこれました。男ひとりでの参加だったのですが他の参加者の方々と写真を撮りあったりして待ってる時間も楽しく過ごせました。

天候の影響で中止かどうかけっこうギリギリのラインだったようで、私の場合は運よく晴れてきて無事に飛べましたが、天候が回復しなければ半分の高度から飛ぶ予定だったそうです。稀にそういうことがあるそうなので不安な方は天気予報を確認されてからの参加をおすすめします。

全てにおいて大満足です。
是非また参加させていただきたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

Harry is a great guide with plenty of energy, he will make sure you have a good time and show you some of the best places to hang out. You can lay on the beach and chill out of take part in a host of activities.

I was the only Japanese person on the shuttle bus, and the driver's explanations were only in English. It seemed that all the other passengers were from English-speaking countries, which made me feel quite out of place and anxious. When we arrived at the center, I found myself standing at the gate without anyone to guide me (how embarrassing). Fortunately, a Japanese staff member at the center (a student, I learned, who was preparing for exams) approached me and ended up helping me throughout my visit. They took the time to guide me slowly for half a day, and I was very satisfied. Although I felt anxious during the bus ride, in the end, I received a very thorough tour of the center and was able to enjoy the experience. The bus ride has now become a good memory, as it made me truly feel that I was in a foreign country. There were people from various countries.

The main show was wonderful. I was moved by the charm of hula and the intensity of the fire dance. I thought it would feel long, but the half day flew by. I'm glad I chose the afternoon course. It was so much fun.

送迎のバスには日本人は当方のみ･･･バスの運転手さんがしてくれている説明も英語のみ。
他の乗客の方は皆英語圏の方だったようで、アウェイ感満載で不安でした･･･
不安なままセンターに着くと特に誰かが案内してくれるでもなくゲートでポカーンとしていたら（恥）、センターの日本人スタッフの方（学生さんだそう。テスト前だったそうなのに）が声を掛けてくれ、そのままお世話になることに。
当方につきっきりでゆっくり半日案内してくれて大満足でした。バスの道中は不安でしたが、結果、とても丁寧にセンター内を案内してもらえ、体験を楽しめました。バス内も、今となっては外国に来ている事を実感できた、いい思い出です。色んな国の方がいらっしゃいましたよ。

メインのショーは素晴らしかったです。フラの魅力・ファイアーダンスの迫力に感動しました。
長いかと思っていましたが、半日があっという間でした。昼からのコースにして良かったです。とっても楽しかったです。

This year, we went horseback riding again at my daughter's request. Since this was the only place where we could enjoy the seaside, we chartered a car and went for the first time. It was very pleasant, and the wonderful environment and scenery were the epitome of luxury. There is no shuttle service, so it can be inconvenient for those who don't drive, but I think it's worth chartering a ride to experience the vast nature, and I highly recommend it. Since they don't speak Japanese, just smile!

娘の希望で今年も乗馬。海辺を満喫できるのはこちらしか無かったので、車をチャーターして初めて行きました。とても気持ちよく、素晴らしい環境と景色は贅沢の極みでした～。送迎も無いので、運転しない方には不便ば場所ではありますが、チャーターして出向く価値のある広大な自然に大満足されると思いますのでお勧めです。日本語が通じないので、そこば笑顔で！

I had the best experience!
Even though it was my first time, I’m already hooked on skydiving!
I was really nervous until the moment I jumped, but after I leaped, I experienced a world like no other.
Since it was my first experience, I purchased photos and a DVD for about $190 (the filming cost was higher than the jump, lol). I’m enjoying showing the DVD to my family and friends after returning home!
I think the actual time spent experiencing (preparation, flight, diving) was less than 30 minutes, but it took over 3 hours for the round trip and there was about 2 hours of waiting time... We left in the morning and returned in the early afternoon.
If I go to Hawaii again, I want to participate once more! It was an amazing experience!!

最高の経験ができました！
初挑戦にしてすでにスカイダイビングの虜です！
飛ぶ瞬間までは非常にドキドキしたけど、飛びだした後は経験したことのない世界を体験できます。
初体験だったので写真とDVDを追加＄190くらいで購入（飛ぶのより撮影代が高かったｗ）帰国後も家族や友人にDVDを見せて楽しんでいます！
実際に自分が体験する時間（準備～飛行～ダイビング）は30分もかからないと思いますが、移動に往復3時間強、待ち時間が2時間ほどありました。。。朝出発して帰ってくるのは昼過ぎです。
ハワイに行ったら、また参加したい！最高の体験でした！！

I participated in the tour because my parents, especially my father, liked it.

This was my first experience, while my parents had been there 3 or 4 times before. The show has a narrative style, and the content is in the local languages (various Polynesian languages) or English, so I think it's good to understand the content before watching. By the way, a simple overview is provided in a Japanese pamphlet. Since it was my first time, I was quite excited, but my parents, who are repeat visitors, seemed disappointed, saying, "It wasn't as impressive as before." Nevertheless, it's a great opportunity to see each culture, or rather the dances. The climax, the fire show, is also quite powerful.

The deluxe course meal is just okay. If I had to wish for something, it would be for a bit more variety. Ordering juice each time is a bit of a hassle, but it was nicely presented. Also, during the breaks in the show, you can get a large ice cream for free. It's quite big, so you might not be able to finish it!

両親、特に父が好きでツアーに参加しました。

私は初体験、両親は3,4度目の体験です。
ショーは物語調になっており、内容は現地語（ポリネシアンの各々の言葉）か英語ですので、内容を把握されてから見ると良いと思います。
ちなみに簡単な内容は日本語のパンフレットに書いてあります。
私は初なのでそれなりにエキサイトしましたが、リピーターの両親は「前よりも迫力がなくなった」と残念そうでした。
それでも各々の文化、と言うより踊りですが、を見るにはうってつけです。クライマックスのファイアーショーも迫力はあります。

デラックスコースの食事はまぁまぁです。
欲をいえばもう少し種類が多いと有り難いです。
ジュースはその都度注文するのが少し面倒ですが、きれいに飾られてありました。
あと、ショーの合間に無料で大きなアイスがもらえます。
かなり大きいので食べきれないかも！？

I participated for the second time in six years on October 30. The park hasn't changed much, but this time there was a canoe tour included, allowing us to see the villages from the canoe while seated, which was helpful for us older folks as it reduced the amount of walking.

The Hawaiian Journey, which showcases Hawaii's beautiful hidden spots on a big screen and allows you to experience it through seat vibrations, was narrated in Japanese and was very satisfying.

The show after the meal, especially the fire show, is a must-see. From the hotel pickup to the guidance around the park, the university students nearby kindly provided all the information in Japanese, allowing us to enjoy the day with peace of mind and great satisfaction.

１０月３０日に６年ぶり二度目の参加。園内はさほど変わっていないが、今回はカヌーツアーが含まれており、園内の村々を座ったままでカヌーから見られるので、我々年配者でも歩く度合いが少ないのは助かる。
ハワイの美しい秘境が大画面、座席の振動で体感できるハワイアン・ジャーニーは日本語での解説であり、大満足であった。
食事後のショーは特にファイアーショーは必見である。
ホテルでのピックアップから園内の案内など隣接する大学生がすべて日本語で親切に案内してくれるので、一日安心して楽しめ大満足であった。

It was a wonderful experience for my daughter, who just got married in Hawaii, and me, as I approach my sixtieth birthday. We laughed so hard at how our faces looked from the wind pressure. The instructor was also very friendly and the sea and sky were amazing, plus the photographer was skilled. Buying the photos and DVD was definitely the right choice! The driver was unique, and the double rainbow we saw during the transfer was the best.

還暦近い私とハワイで挙式をあげたばかりの娘と二人、すばらしい体験でした。風圧で顔がこんなになるのかと大笑い。インストラクターさんも笑顔でとてもいいし、海も空もすばらしくカメラマンの腕もいい。写真とＤＶＤ買って正解です！ドライバーのおじさんもユニーク、送迎中二重にかかる大きな虹も最高でした。

Too fast - need to slow down and spend more time on each area

I participated with my daughter. It was my first experience riding a horse, and I was nervous and excited, but it was fun. The guide was very attentive and made us laugh.

娘と参加しました。馬に乗るのは初体験でハラハラどきどきでしたが　楽しかったです。
ガイドさんが　とてもきめ細やかに案内してくれて
笑わせてもくれました。　

I was recommended to participate for the first time, and the level of quality was incredible, far beyond what I expected from students! I was truly moved. I definitely want to see it again next time.

薦められって初めて参加しましたが、学生とは思えないほどの完成度！！感動しました。次も是非、観たいです。

WOW WHAT AN EXPERIENCE TO DROP FROM 14.000FT AT AROUND 120MPH WITH VIEWS TO DIE FOR. ALSO PACIFIC SKY DIVE WAS SO FRIENDLY AND HAD SO MUCH EXPERIENCE IT WAS A GREAT DAY FOR US. IF EVER I WAS BACK IN HAWAII I WOULD CERTAINLY DO THIS AGAIN.....

I was considering going to Kualoa for horseback riding, but I ended up choosing this option because it included visits to places I wanted to see, like Moanalua Gardens, Dole, and the North Shore, and I was able to see sea turtles as well. The famous garlic shrimp was also incredibly delicious. I highly recommend this for those who want to do both sightseeing and horseback riding in a limited amount of time; I’m really glad I chose this option. (The main horseback riding along the coast was, of course, amazing!)

乗馬が目的だったのでクアロアにするか悩みましたが、モアナルアガーデン、ドール、ノースショアと行ってみたい所がセットになっていて、しかもちゃんとウミガメも見れました。名物のガーリックシュリンプもすごく美味しかった。時間がない中で観光も乗馬もしたい方はお勧めですね、こちらを選んで本当によかったです。（メインの乗馬は海沿いでもちろん最高！）

Skydiving is something I've always wanted to try at least once in my life! I was really scared before jumping, but once I was in the air, the exhilaration and emotion made the fear disappear! After returning home, saying that I went skydiving in Hawaii became quite a conversation starter. I rented a car based on reviews and met up at the location, but I felt the explanations were a bit lacking. However, it was great that I could jump without waiting. The sales for photos and videos weren't too pushy either. Overall, I highly recommend it!

一生に一度はやってみたいと思っていたスカイダイビング！
やはり飛ぶ前はすごく怖かったですが、飛んでからは爽快感と感動で、恐怖なんてどこかへ行ってしまいました！
帰国後も、ハワイでスカイダイビングをした！と言うとかなり話のネタになります。
レビューを参考に、レンタカーを借りて現地集合にしましたが、説明などは不十分だった気がします。ですが、待たずに飛べてよかったです。
写真とビデオのセールスもそんなにしつこくなかったです。
とにかくオススメ！

The "Surf Bus" Rocked my world, got timed out and lost my heartfelt compliments. I can't rewrite my praises. It does not do justice. Going to try:
Sam was an amazing guide, the playing, eating, and listening on the North Shore, my taste of heaven. Just visualize; Sea Turtles, tidal pools and an eye to eye with an Eagle Ray, food to die for, and 1000 reasons to keep coming back. An awesome "build your own burger". Surprise yourself and go for it! Not a sit and stare tour, unless your waiting for a set, or focused on sea turtles. You still get to do your driving. Came back exhausted and completed. 50 years in and now I figure out happy. Better late than never.
Mesmerized by the bright smiles, and sense of community that emerged as we talked through our day. 20 people, 5 countries and a bevy of dialects. It was right Kraky, but no worries mate.
@Sam, the Tiki was truly over that rainbow.
Mahalo nui loa!!!

I had a very enjoyable tour with an interesting Japanese guide. I might not repeat it, but I recommend it!

面白い日本人ガイドに巡り合い、非常に楽しいツアーを過ごせました。
リピートはしないかもしれませんが、おすすめですよ

The Japanese tour guide was kind and pleasant, making it easy to explore. I was impressed when I saw the Hitachi commercial "What Tree, What Tree," and then we went to see turtles, but unfortunately, there were none, which was a bit disappointing. However, when we went to see the sunset in Hawaii, I was moved to see the beautiful sunset and 5 to 6 turtles. I've seen various night views in Japan, but the night views in Hawaii were also wonderful. There was a spot on the way back where the lights from the oncoming traffic were incredibly beautiful; it's something that leaves a lasting impression when you see it.

日本人ツアーガイドの方が親切で感じよく見て回る事ができました。
日立のコマーシャル「この木、何の木」を見て「おーと感激し」その後亀を見に行ったのですが、残念ながらいなくて少し残念感があったのですが、ハワイの夕日を見に行くと夕焼けと亀が５～６頭居て感動しました、日本でも色々夜景を見てきましたがハワイで夜景もすばらしい物がありました。帰りの対向車線からの車のライトがものすごく綺麗な所がありました、一回見て見ると感激します。

I was called by my "personal name" from the pickup, and no matter which activity I went to, there was a reserved seat with my name prepared; it was a luxurious course. The guide, Kala, is a native Hawaiian who can speak Japanese. Although it was supposed to be a Japanese course, once he realized I understood English, we ended up doing most of the tour in English.

ピックアップから「個人名」で呼ばれ，どこのアクティビティへ行っても，名前入りの予約席が用意されている，お大尽のコースでした．ガイドのKala君は日本語もできるネイティブハワイアン系．一応日本語のコースだったのですが，私が英語を理解すると解ったら，ほとんど英語で回ることになりました．

I had a great experience!
During the bus drive to PCC there is a tour guide who is really good on entertaining the crowd while giving important information about Hawaii culture. As you arrive there you are greeted by the employees while checking-in.
After lunch (i've purchased a nice BBQ buffet) I started my tour, the guide was very friendly and took us to each village and we had the chance to participate of many cultural activities.
If you were not able to see all the presentations, don't worry, you can have a small demonstration of each Village during the Canoe Pageant.
If you have time, please check the Hawaiian Journey Theater, you will watch a beautiful movie about Hawaii. I was impressed by the size of the theater. There's also a Tram Tour around Laie town and you can visit the Temple.
By 5pm it starts the Dinner Luau. There is a lot of different options, and they were all delicious! After dinner there's the beautiful show "Ha: Breath of Life". It's a wonderful production!

If you want to see sharks up close, this is the place to be. Up on the North shore, wich in my opinion is the nicest part of the island. My brother and I had a great time. I still can't believe how big the sharks were. Crew was great !

Mr bills gliders was a fantastic high light of our trip.
The staff was very nice , and knowledgable .
My pilots name was Soloman, and I went up for a 30 min free style and a 15 acrobatic ride! Let me tell you this, the view s are incredible, super quiet . I saw isolated several storm clouds pouring rain over the water very cool to see from above.
The acrobatic part was 4-1/2 Gssssssssss and oh boy , what a ride so cool.
I highly recommend bills. It was worth every penny.

The highlight of my trip to Hawaii was definitely skydiving. To be honest, I was quite nervous, but my instructor Brent, who didn't speak much Japanese, made me laugh with his gestures, and it was a lot of fun. The time flew by smoothly. Also, for first-timers, I recommend getting photos or a DVD, even though it can be a bit pricey. I didn't do it, and I regret that. If I come back to Hawaii, I will definitely do it again!

今回のハワイ旅行で1番の思い出はスカイダイビングになったくらい良かったです。
正直・・・かなりビビってましたがインストラクターのbrentが日本語はあまり話せなかったけどジェスチャーで笑わせてくれたりして楽しかったです。
時間もスムーズに進み あっという間の時間でした。
あとは・・・初めての方は少しお値段は張りますが写真かDVDの撮影をオススメします。私はしなかったので後悔してます。
またハワイに来たら必ずまた来ます！

It was a trip with my 82-year-old mother.
The stage was easy to understand and captivating.
If you come to Hawaii, it's a must-see at least once!

８２歳の母との旅でした。
ステージが分かりやすく魅せられました。
ハワイに来たら１度は見るべき！

We chose this place to learn about polynesian culture, place is adorable, great people around, nice dinner and fantastic show at the end of the day. We recommend it.have fun!

Next, if I could participate in just one thing in Hawaii, it would definitely be this! It's an experience that everyone envies! It's something only those who have done it can understand. Since the North Shore is nearby, I think it's a good idea to rent a car, visit the North Shore, and then head back.

次，ハワイに行って何か一つだけ参加できると言われれば絶対これです！誰もが羨む体験をできます！やった人にしかわからない体験です．近くにはノースショアも近いのでレンタカーで行って，ノースショア巡って帰るのが良いと思います．

The cultural center and night show were awesome. The luau was amazing! Very memorable experience!

We participated in the evening for our honeymoon. I chose the deluxe course because I had heard great reviews about the food. Perhaps I had high expectations, but there weren't that many dishes, and the food wasn't surprisingly delicious... However, there were items like unlimited crab and roast beef, which are not something you can easily find, so I was quite satisfied. It was also fun to try local dishes from each island.

The show was about an hour and a half long, with a storyline that made me tear up from the beginning. My husband was in tears too, haha. The fire dance was especially moving!

On the bus ride there, a student acted as our guide and shared various stories, so we were never bored. It was a bit far from Waikiki, but it felt like a little trip. The excellent service was impressive, just like in Japan.

Overall, I felt the price, including transportation, meals, and the show, was a bit high. I would be happier if it were a little cheaper.

ハネムーンにて、夜から参加しました。デラックスコースは料理が美味しいと口コミがあったので、デラックスにしました！期待しすぎたせいか、品数もそれほど多くなく、料理は驚くほど美味しいというわけではありませんでした…しかしカニやローストビーフ食べ放題など、なかなか食べられない物がありまぁ満足です。各島の郷土料理などもあり楽しかったです。
ショーは約1時間半たっぷりの内容で、ストーリーになっており序盤からウルウルしてしまいました。旦那も号泣してました笑
ファイヤーダンスは特に感動です！
行きのバスでは、学生がガイドとして、ずっと様々な話をしてくださり、飽きなかったです。ワイキキから少し遠いですが小旅行みたいでした。日本のような素晴らしい接客が印象的でした。
全体的に送迎、食事、ショー含めてのお値段としては若干高いと感じました。もう少し安かったら嬉しいですね。