Reviewed by: ちかこ
I had been wanting to go horseback riding in Hawaii. Initially, I planned to go to Kualoa, but it seemed that the tours there had a lot of free time (waiting) during the scheduled hours, and I didn't want to be bored, so I quickly changed my plans and found this place instead. In the end, it was a great decision to change.
I was disappointed that I couldn't see the sea turtles, which they said you have a high chance of encountering, but the garlic shrimp I had in Haleiwa was very delicious, and I was able to shop at Patagonia as well. It would have been even better if I had more time, but for now, I was satisfied.
At first, I was a bit nervous about horseback riding, but the horses were used to it, so they all lined up nicely and walked leisurely, making it enjoyable even for a first-timer like me. I wanted to take a video, but I had to give up since I couldn't let go of the reins. However, others were taking pictures. I think photos from the horse's back would be a rare capture.
The coastal route was truly amazing, with beautiful scenery that felt very Hawaiian and refreshing. While the lush greens of Kualoa's nature are beautiful, I thought the blue of Hawaii's ocean was even better. I would love to repeat this experience if I have the chance again.
ハワイで乗馬をしたいと思っていました。
はじめはクアロアに行くつもりでしたが、クアロアのツアーは拘束時間内のフリータイム(待機)が多いようで、持て余すのが嫌だったため急きょ予定変更、他にないかと探して見つけたのがこちらでした。
結果、変更して大正解でした。
高い確率で遭遇できるとのことだった海亀を見ることができず残念でしたが、ハレイワで食べたガーリックシュリンプはとてもおいしかったし、パタゴニアで買い物もできました。
もっと時間に余裕があったら尚良かったですが、とりあえず満足でした。
乗馬は、最初は少しビビってしまいましたが、慣れている馬達なので、みんなお利口に1列になってのんびりと歩いてくれて、初めての私にも楽しめました。
ムービーを撮りたかったのですが、さすがに手綱から手が離せなかったため断念しましたが、他の方は撮っていました。馬の上からのビューなんて貴重な写真だと思います。
海沿いを歩くコースも景色が本当に最高で、ハワイらしく、気持ち良かったです。
クアロアの大自然のグリーンもきれいでしょうが、ハワイの海のブルーの方が良かったと思いました。
また機会があったらリピートしたいです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/01 |
Reviewed by: マロショコ
All the staff members were friendly, even though they didn't speak Japanese, and I was able to have a really enjoyable time.
スタッフの方々全て、
日本語が、
通じませんでしたが、
全員がフレンドリーに
接してくれて、
とにかく楽しい時間を
過ごす事が出来ました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Joy kim
It was a best choice to select the above ticket. My hubby was called to come to the main stage during the program. Unforgettable memories !!!
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| Packages: | [Open Spring 2021] General Admission & Show [12:00pm - 9:00pm] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/19 |
Reviewed by: ぴろむし
This time, I wanted to try going to North Shore, and I was considering adding various options, but it was the right choice to stick to sightseeing only. I had plenty of time for shopping and enjoyed tasting food from various shops little by little. I recommend it for those who want to relax in one place!
今回はノースシュアに行ってみたくて、いろいろなオプションも付けようかと迷いましたが、観光のみにして正解でした。時間までたっぷり買い物、ご飯も食べ歩きのようにいろんな店でちょっとずつ堪能することもできました。一つの場所でゆっくりしたい方にはオススメです!
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| Packages: | ハレイワたっぷり観光プラン(2023年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Brian & Jen
Very interactive - they do a wonderful job of showing you how things were done back then. You get to help cook some foods (I wish we could have eaten) and get a good look at how they lived! Cousin Billy was funny and very informative, even during our ride from Waikiki to Waimea Valley. The food and drinks did not disappoint either! After dinner the entertainment is second to none - they put on one heck of a show!
We booked VIP and loved sitting up close, but there is not a bad seat in the pavilion.
Our only complaint is that the Toa Luau ruined our other Luau. We attended Toa on Monday and then went to Diamond Head Luau on Thursday and it wasn't even close!!!
Thank you Toa Luau for one of our most memorable experiences while in Hawaii!!
Aloha Jen, and mahalo for your review. We are so glad to hear that you had fun at the luau, but at the same time very sorry for ruining your other luau. LOL Your Toa Luau Ohana though wishes that you come see us again when you're back to visit. Again, thank you very much, and see you again, hopefully soon!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Trang
We had so much fun, our tour guides really made the experience fun with their humor. Would definitely go back next time were in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Zipline with Pick-up from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/18 |
Reviewed by: さっちょんまま
Thank you for your assistance this time.
I suddenly decided to book a tour just two days later. I appreciate how kindly you responded to my last-minute request.
Everyone in our group was a beginner at horseback riding, and we had an 11-year-old child and a 73-year-old mother with us, so I was a bit anxious. However, they explained how to ride in detail beforehand, and surprisingly, it went quite smoothly! It was incredibly fun.
Above all, our guide, Kazuchan, was very kind! Thank you very much!
I will definitely book an optional tour with you again next time.
この度はお世話になりました。
急に思い立ち、2日後のツアーを申し込みました。その後こちらの無理な依頼にも親切に対応して下さって感謝しています。
全員乗馬は初心者で、11歳の子供と73歳になる母もいましたので少し不安はありましたが、乗り方も事前に詳しく教えてくれましたので、案外スムーズに乗れました!最高に楽しかったです。
何よりガイドのかずちゃんさんがとても親切でした!ありがとうございました!
また次回もこちらの方でオプショナルツアーを申し込みます。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Angelina
The driver's explanation was easy to understand, and I had a fun horseback riding experience! It was a very fulfilling day. Thank you very much. Next time, I would like to participate in the canyon tour! Places I visited:
* Coffee Farm
* Dole
* Alii Beach
* Haleiwa Town free time
* Beach horseback riding
* Nut Farm
ドライバーさんの説明もわかりやすく
楽しい乗馬の時間を過ごせました!
とても充実した1日でした。
ありがとうございました。
今度は、溪谷ツアーに参加してみたいです!
行ったところ。
*コーヒーファーム
*Dole
*アリイビーチ
*ハレイワタウン自由行動
*海辺乗馬
*ナッツファーム
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: チャモロ
I saw about 10 sharks really close up. It was more thrilling than I expected, and it was amazing.
The worst part was the seasickness. The boat on the way there rocked so much that it felt extreme, like waves you wouldn't normally encounter in Japan. We forgot, but taking motion sickness medication is a must. Even with it, the experience might still make you feel nauseous.
サメは、すごく近くに10匹程度みえます。思っていた以上の迫力で、最高でした。
最悪なのは、船酔い。特に行きの船は、これでもかってくらい、揺れます。日本では、まず出向しないくらいの波です。私たちは、忘れてしまいましたが、酔い止め必須です。あっても、あれは、酔うかもしれないレベルです。
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: kimachan
I have experienced horseback riding three times. Of those, two times were at the Kualoa Ranch. Riding through the mountains and grasslands felt great, but I really wanted to ride along the beach in Hawaii. This time, none of the owners (the representatives) spoke Japanese. Just before we started, there was a severe thunderstorm, and they communicated with us using a translation app on their smartphones to decide whether to cancel or not, keeping an eye on the situation until the time came. When the rain eased up a bit, we began our ride. Once we started walking, we were greeted with a stunning blue sky. Our wet horses and our clothes dried completely, and we were able to enjoy a leisurely ride. By the way, there is no shuttle service, so we rented a car to get there. As everyone mentioned, the entrance is a bit hard to find.
乗馬は3回体験済み
その内、2回はクアロアランチの牧場内での乗馬
山の中や草原の乗馬も気持ち良かったけれど、やっぱりハワイはビーチ沿いをライドしたくて
今回はこちらで、オーナーさん(代表の方)?達は皆さん日本語が話せる方が誰も居なく
そして、直前まで雷雨が凄く中止にするかどうかをスマホの翻訳アプリを駆使しながらやりとりをしてくれて
時間まで様子見
雨が少し収まってきたところで乗馬開始
歩き始めたら見事なほどの青空
ビショビショだったお馬さんと私達の服もすっかり乾いてのんびりと乗馬をする事が出来ました。
因みに、送迎は無いので私達はレンタカーを借りて行きました。皆さん書いていたように入り口は少し分かりづらいです
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/20 |
Reviewed by: 子連れ家族
The horseback riding experience was very enjoyable. Since I was a beginner, I thought the duration was just right. Additionally, because of the horseback riding experience, I feel that if I had a bit more time, I could have enjoyed shopping in Haleiwa even more. Thank you very much.
乗馬体験は、大変楽しかったです。初心者でしたので時間もちょうどよいと思いました。なお、乗馬体験があったため、ハレイワの町散策は、もう少し時間があれば、よりショッピングを楽しめたか思います。ありがとうございました。
Thank you for participating. We also appreciate your feedback.
ご参加ありがとうございました。ご意見も感謝致します。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Ashton
We did the Alii Luau dinner and standard show package and had such a great time! We were entertained the whole time while we ate and the food was amazing! The Ha: Breath of Life show was very well done and I loved the amount of fire dancers that they had. There are plenty of shops, places to grab food and things to see there to where you can really make a whole day out of it! It was overall a really cool experience.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/26 |
Reviewed by: とまむ
Last year, I participated in a tour with VELTRA during my trip to the Big Island of Hawaii, and it was so great that I decided to book again this time. At the request of my friend who accompanied me, we chose horseback riding. Since I had already experienced horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch, we opted for the beach horseback riding this time. I was told that beach horseback riding is recommended during this season as it is less affected by the weather compared to valley riding. On the way there, it started to rain, which made me worry, but while we were outside, we didn't need to use umbrellas and were able to fully enjoy the horseback riding. We even got to see sea turtles. Unlike the horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch, there isn't a place to store your belongings, so it's recommended to carry a bag for valuables that you can take with you while riding. When using a tour again, I will definitely use VELTRA.
昨年のハワイ島旅行の時にもVELTRAさんのツアーに参加し、とても良かったので、今回も申し込みさせて頂きました。
同行した友人のリクエストで乗馬を選択、クアロアランチ乗馬は経験済みだったので、こちらの海辺乗馬にしました。
この季節は渓谷乗馬より海辺乗馬が天候に左右されづらくお勧めとのこと。行きの車の中では雨が降ってきて心配しましたが、外に出ている間は傘をさすこともなく、乗馬も満喫できました。
ウミガメにも会うことができました。
クアロアランチの乗馬と違って、荷物を預けるところがないので、貴重品バッグは乗馬しながら持てるものがお勧めです。
ツアー利用の際には、またVELTRAさんを利用させて頂きます。
Thank you for participating. We look forward to your next visit. Please be sure to try the canyon course.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
次回のご利用お待ちしております。是非渓谷コースにトライして下さい。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/16 |
Reviewed by: chirosun
I made a reservation for the horseback riding experience at 5 PM the night before, and there were no issues at all! I apologize for the significant delay in our arrival due to traffic. Fortunately, it seems there were no other participants besides us, and the guide welcomed us with a smile. (They greeted us without any sign of displeasure.) Thank you.
It was my first horseback riding experience, and the horses were well-trained, making it safe for beginners to ride. The guide kept the conversation going, and we had a great time chatting and enjoying the scenery throughout the ride.
You can bring your phone, so you can take photos along the way!
Thank you for the wonderful time! ^ ^
17時の乗馬体験を前日の深夜に予約しましたが何の問題もありませんでした!
また、渋滞にはまり大幅に到着時間が遅れ本当にご迷惑をおかけしました。
幸い私たち以外の参加者はいなかったようで、ガイドさんが笑顔で受付をしてくれました。
(嫌な顔一つせずに迎え入れてくれましたm(_ _)m)
ありがとう。
初めて乗馬体験をしましたが、初心者でも安心して乗れるように調教されており、安心して馬に乗ることができました。
ずっとガイドさんが話題を振ってくれて、終始楽しくおしゃべりしながら、また景色を見ながら楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
携帯の持ち込みは可能なので、道中写真を撮ることが出来ます!
楽しい時間をありがとうございました^ ^
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/15 |
Reviewed by: kou
I got caught in a huge traffic jam, but it turned out to be a satisfying tour. I felt that it would have been nice if we had about 30 more minutes at the Dole Plantation and Haleiwa Town. Although I couldn't see any sea turtles at Alii Beach, I was glad to encounter one during the horseback riding experience. Perhaps because of the heavy traffic? The horseback riding was a private experience for my husband and me, which was really lucky. The horses were calm, so I felt safe riding them, and the time flew by. If I have the chance, I would like to join this tour again.
大渋滞に巻き込まれましたが満足なツアーとなりました。
ドールプランテーションやハレイワタウンはあと30分くらいずつ時間が長ければ嬉しいなと感じました。
アリービーチではウミガメを見ることは出来ませんでしたが、乗馬体験時にウミガメと遭遇することが出来て良かったです。
大渋滞のおかげか?乗馬体験は夫婦で貸し切り状態で凄くラッキーでした。
馬も大人しくて安心して乗れたし、あとっと言う間の時間でした。
また機会があればこのツアーに参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/14 |
Reviewed by: 川口市:わけしん
In September, I participated with my family of three. I thought the sun would be strong during the day, so I made a reservation to match the sunset time. Before the horseback riding, the staff provides an explanation in English, but I think you can understand the atmosphere of the conversation just by watching their gestures. This time, there was one female staff member accompanying the three of us and one foreign woman, and we leisurely progressed along the coast and grassy areas. As I had heard, the horse would stop and eat grass along the way, but I think that, including those moments, it’s an activity you can enjoy and laugh about. Listening to the quiet sound of the waves, we were able to spend a pleasant time in a relaxed mood. Since it is away from Waikiki, I recommend this program if you have some flexibility in your schedule.
9月に家族3人で参加しました。日中は日差しが強いと思い、サンセットの時間に合わせて申し込みました。乗馬前にスタッフから英語で説明がありますが、ゼスチャーを見れば、話の雰囲気で何とか理解できると思います。今回は私たち3人と外人女性1名に女性スタッフが1名付いて、のんびりと海岸や草地を進む感じでした。聞いていた通り、途中で、馬が止まったり、草を食べたりしますが、それも含めて、笑って楽しめるアクティビティだと思います。静かな波の音を聞きながら、ゆったりした気分で、気持ちいい時間を過ごすことができました。ワイキキからは離れているので、スケジュールに余裕のある場合、お勧めのプログラムです。
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Erin
This excursion exceeded our expectations! The crew was personally and knowledgeable about sharks and the ocean sea life. We had plenty of time in the water with the sharks because of the small group. We also saw a huge pod of dolphins 40-60 jumping out of the water traveling out to our final destination. We felt like they were putting on a show just for us. Important to note we never felt in danger while observing the sharks in the cage. Our guides were professional and patient with the timid swimmers. It was a bucket-list check off for us. We recommend an underwater camera or waterproof pouch for your iPhone. Don’t miss these amazing moments with the sharks. We will back! We highly recommend this excursion! Thanks for an incredible experience!!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Juliep7162
We had an absolutely fantastic time. It rained the entire day and never put a damper on any of the festivities. Our luau dinner was delicious. One of the best activities we participated in on our recent vacation to Oahu. Each of the villages not only provided us with information and a look into the culture from a variety of islands but they also provided activities for us which were fun an interesting . If I ever return to Hawaii I will go to the Polynesian Cultural Center for the full day experience including the luau.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/14 |
Reviewed by: mei
We were jostled on a shuttle bus from Oahu to the North Shore! The shuttle was filled with members who would zipline with us, and we were the only Japanese people. After arriving, we weighed ourselves and got equipped, and then off we went!
We took a buggy to the zipline location, which was a lot of fun (laughs). The staff were all full of humor and had wonderful smiles. Due to my weight, I got stuck halfway on the zipline, and while I was panicking about what to do, they swiftly appeared to help me. I was out of breath since I stopped at one-third of the way, but it was really cool, like a ninja! A must-see!! (laughs)
There was also a female staff member who helped me. Working women are wonderful!
The vast nature stretched as far as the eye could see, with the ocean in view and the sound of gentle waves in the distance. I was able to spend a lovely half-day.
オアフ島から送迎バスで揺られてノースショアへ!
送迎バスには一緒にジップラインをするメンバーが乗っていて日本人は私たちだけでした。
到着後体重を図り装備をしていざ!
ジップラインの場所まではバギーに乗っていくのですが、これがまた楽しい(笑)
スタッフはユーモアたっぷりな方たちばかりで笑顔が素敵です。
体重のせいかジップラインの途中で止まってしまい、どうしようと焦っていたところ、さっそうと現れ助けてくれました。
1/3の場所で止まってしまったため、さすがに息を切らしていましたが、さ忍者みたいでかっこよかったです!必見です!!(笑)
スタッフに女性の方もいたのですが、その方にも助けていただきました。
働く女性は素敵です!
見渡す限り広大な自然で、海も見え、遠くからさざ波が聞こえてきます。
素敵な半日を過ごすことができました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/13 |
Reviewed by: たまこ
I was searching for horseback riding experiences and was drawn to this plan because it offered a walk by the seaside. I was able to get there without getting lost using the rental car's navigation system. The local staff spoke only English, but there were Japanese instructions for horseback riding, and they also demonstrated with gestures, so even my elementary school-aged child could understand. It was a very sunny day, but the sea breeze was refreshing and felt great. While walking along the coast, I was told to look for sea turtles, but unfortunately, we couldn't see any. The horses were very well-behaved, walking slowly in a line. It was about an hour and a half walk; since I wasn't used to it, my backside got a little sore towards the end, but it was definitely a satisfying experience. I would love to repeat it if I have the chance again.
乗馬体験で検索していたところ、海辺を散歩できるというところに惹かれ、こちらのプランに参加しました。レンタカーのナビで迷わず行けました。現地のお姉さんは英語オンリーですが、日本語の乗馬の注意書きがあったり、デモンストレーションも身振り手振りしてくれたりしたので、小学生の子供でも理解できました。とても日差しの強い日でしたが、海辺の風はさわやかで気持ちが良かったです。海岸を歩いているとき、ウミガメを探してみて!と言われましたが、残念ながら見ることはできませんでした。馬たちはとてもおりこうさんで、一列に並んでゆっくり歩いてくれました。1時間半ほどのお散歩、慣れていないので最後はちょっとお尻が痛くなりましたが、十分満足できる内容でした。また機会があったらリピートしたいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/19 |
Reviewed by: グリオハ
The weather was great.
I participated during winter break last year.
It felt like rice planting.
After all, it's summer vacation.
Our guide, Kaz, is on his third time.
He takes good care of us and is the best.
天気も最高。
去年は冬休みに参加。
田植えみたいだった。
やっぱり、夏休みだね。
案内人のカズさんは三回目。
面倒見が良くて、最高です。
Thank you for participating so much, and it was great that the guide was also Kaz. I'm glad the weather was favorable as well.
そんなに参加いただき、ガイドも同じカズだったのですね。
ありがとうございます。お天気にも恵まれ良かったです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/19 |
Reviewed by: godzilla
After a long time, I went horseback riding in Oahu. Unlike the famous Kualoa Ranch, it wasn't crowded here. If you don't need a helmet, you just need to sign a waiver. There are staff members who can speak Japanese, but since my daughter can speak English, we started the ride right away.
During the hour and a half horseback ride, we climbed hills from the 1,000-acre ranch, and the staff took photos of us with the ocean in the background. They seemed to have no commercial intent, as they took pictures with our smartphones.
Additionally, we could attach a pouch to the horse, allowing us to carry water and our smartphones, so we could freely drink water and take photos during the ride. It was a wonderful experience.
久しぶりにオワフでホースライド。
ここは、有名なクアロア牧場と違って混雑していませんでした。ヘルメット不要ならば署名すればOK。日本語が通じるスタッフはいるらしいのですが、娘も英会話ができるのでそのままライドスタート。
1時間半のホースライドでは、1,000エーカーの牧場から丘を登り、そこでスタッフが海をバックに写真を撮ってくれます。商売っ気が無いのか、こちらのスマホで撮影してくれます。
また、馬にポーチをつけられるので、水やスマホを入れてホースライド中も自由に水を飲んだり、スマホで撮影したりできてとてもいい時間を過ごせました。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Mike
We had a wonderful time! Not the typical luau where you basically eat, then watch a show. It’s very interactive, we are able to do things. Staff were so friendly and it really felt like a big family celebration. Highly recommended! Plus the free admission to the fall was breathtaking
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We at Toa Luau are doing our very best to make sure the experience is fun and memorable, and we are glad to have been able to share this with you! Your Toa Luau ohana wishes to see you again on your next visit. :-)
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
This tour was quite an adventure, complete with beautiful views, good food, and of course an exciting ride. Ty, our guide, shared all kinds of historic and pop culture facts related to the ranch. We learned a little about the original irrigation system from the ranch's early plantation days and even got to walk the full length of an irrigation tunnel and explored a small cave. We also saw a recent Hawaii Five-0 filming location, hand fed some cows, and ate fresh tropical fruit right off the plant. Ty also let us set the pace for the ride...we chose fast and rough and he did not disappoint. A couple times I thought we were going to spin out or flip over, which is exactly what we wanted!
I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun adventure.
Thank you so much for leaving us a kind review. We are so glad you had a wonderful experience with us here at Gunstock Ranch and Ty was able to share some fun facts and history with you. We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us. We hope that you come again.
Mahalo Nui!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/05 |
Reviewed by: 千葉のナカジー
Due to my child's poor health, I called at 5 PM the day before and was able to postpone our participation by one day. Thank you for your flexible response.
The half-day tour on the day was enjoyable with a funny guide named MAKI from Ibaraki. I also appreciate the guide at the Polynesian Cultural Center for their clear explanations.
However, the reason I did not give a five-star rating is that the dinner menu was only on the table, and I didn't know how to proceed. It was a buffet style, wasn't it? The menu on the table was for the buffet. I would have appreciated a brief explanation about that.
The subsequent night show was also wonderful and enjoyable. I would like to meet MAKI again. Thank you very much.
That's all.
子供の体調が悪かったため、前日の17時に電話し、参加を一日ずらせてもらえました。臨機応変に対応いただきありがとうございました。
当日の半日観光は、MAKIさんという茨城出身の面白いガイドさんで、楽しく回れました。
ポリネシアカルチャーセンターのガイドのお兄さんも、わかりやすく案内いただきありがとうございました。
しかし、評価が星5つではないのは、夕食が、メニューだけ机にあり、どう行動したら良いかわからなかったことです。バイキング形式だったんですね。机の上のメニューは、バイキングのメニューだったんですね。
そのような説明が一言、欲しかったです。
その後のナイトショーもすばらしく、良かったです。
また、MAKIさんに会いたいと思いました。
ありがとうございました。
以上
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| Packages: | 半日観光+ルアウ+ナイトショー<中央後方席または前方サイド席 > |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Troy and Tricia
So glad we chose Haleiwa Shark Tours/Three Local Boys! Only had six people on boat and cage held six people! We never had to get out of cage! Saw between 10-20 sharks, hard to tell exactly because there was ALWAYS 4-6 in view! The captain and his mate, terrible at names but think Captain was Chris, both very knowledge about history of island and pointed them out as we were going to drop spot. Felt very comfortable in cage - anybody can do this! I'd love to back tomorrow, but we are leaving. HIGHLY recommend Haleiwa Shark Tours
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: シャルル
I participated in a tour that allowed my mother, who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, to enjoy the streets of Haleiwa, garlic shrimp, horseback riding, and more all at once. Our guide, Masa, shared interesting stories, and the comfortable car ride made it a delightful experience for both my mother and my elementary school-aged nieces. I was worried because previous reviews mentioned that there wasn't enough time for lunch, but our guide took our request for garlic shrimp in advance and made a reservation, so we were able to enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace. If I could be a bit greedy, I would have loved to explore Haleiwa for another 15 minutes.
ハワイ初来訪の母にハレイワの街並みやガーリックシュリンプ、乗馬などを一度に楽しめるツアーを探して今回参加しました。
ガイドのマサさんのお話も興味深く、楽チンな車での移動で母も小学生の姪っ子達も大満喫してくれました。
以前の口コミでは「ランチを食べる時間が少ない」とあったので心配していましたが、事前にガイドさんがガーリックシュリンプのリクエストを聞いて予約してくれたので、ゆっくり食べることが出来ました。贅沢を言えば、あと15分くらいハレイワ散策出来たらうれしいです。
Thank you for participating.
The shrimp plate recommended by Masa is delicious, isn't it? It's a popular spot among locals.
I apologize that you didn't have enough time to explore.
Please consider using our services again next time.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
マサおすすめのシュリンププレート美味しいですよね。ローカルにも人気のお店です。
散策お時間足りなかったようで、すみませんでした。
次の機会も是非ご利用下さい。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Peggy D
We really enjoyed the day and had an excellent guide - JJ. Her beautiful smile was refreshing as was everyone's who worked there. Seemed like they all enjoy their job and are proud of the PCC.
So much education, impossible to see and grasp in one day. Beautiful scenery, wonderful entertainment. Was a little too warm, could have used a little AC here and there but no complaints!
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Nirav
We went for the shark cage adventure on 1st September. It was one of the most terrifying thing we were doing before we started.
The boat was easy to spot, and the best part they waited for us as we got a little late due to road closures. Thumbs up for veltra and the excursion team to work with us on this and keeping us feeling relaxed.
Pro tip: road closures in oahu are really bad, keep more than usual buffer time for your travel.
The boat ride was really choppy, as we were already informed that there were very high waves. The ride could have been slowed down a little(my wife puked due to sea sickness)
Once at the site, we went down in the cage, and after initial jitters of maybe a minute, you start feeling better and safe. So all the folks who are afraid to do so, please just get in the cage, I promise it gets better.
Waters here were again choppy, meaning we were constantly bumping with cage or someone else.
The.good part was we could see multiple galapego sharks, they are magnificent creatures. We saw two upclose and they were big(7-8 feet long).
Ride back was again on rough waters and could have been slowed down a little.
The guides were ok, could have been better and maybe helped us a bit more in water and calming our nerves a little.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: miffy
Last November, my spouse and I participated. It seemed that the boat was launched in a way that was almost a forced breakthrough despite the rough weather, and nearly all the crew members were severely seasick. The motion sickness medication we took was ineffective (laughs).
Instead of fearing the sharks, I was overwhelmed by a fear I had never experienced before, feeling like I might die due to the height of the waves and the intense rocking. It was so rough that even the Westerners on the same boat were smiling wryly.
Because of the rough weather, we couldn't see the ocean from inside the cage. We could only confirm the sharks' presence when they came quite close. I saw about five sharks, but due to the intense rocking inside the cage and the seasickness, I don't remember much (laughs). Other participants were also watching sharks while throwing up, making it quite a harsh experience (laughs).
On days with good weather, it seems you can encounter many sharks, as others have posted. It's an experience that you can't easily have in Japan (and it seems that rough sailing like this is something that only fishermen get to experience), so I definitely recommend participating.
去年の11月に夫婦で参加しました。
大しけの中、強行突破のような形で船を出したようで、乗員のほぼ全員激しく船酔いしていました。飲んでいた酔い止め薬も効果ナシでした(笑)
サメの恐怖ではなく、あまりの波の高さと激しい揺れに、このまま死ぬのではないか、と言う感じたことのない恐怖に襲われました。あまりに激しく揺れるので、同じ船に乗っていた欧米の方々も苦笑でした。
シケでしたので、ゲージに入っても海を見渡せない。サメがかなり近くに来ないと姿を確認できなかったです。5匹ほど見れましたが、ゲージ内の揺れがすごいのと船酔いで気持ち悪いのであまり記憶がありません(笑)他の参加者も吐きながらサメを見る、といったかなり過酷な現場でした(笑)
天気の良い日は他の方が投稿されているように、たくさんのサメに出会えるようですね。日本ではなかなかできない体験(大しけの航海も漁師さんたち以外はなかなか体験できなさそう)ですので是非参加してみてください。
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<現地集合> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/27 |
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ご参加ありがとうございました。
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またのご利用お待ちしてます。