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Oahu North Shore Beach Horseback Riding Experience - Daytime Tours

One Of A Kind Experience!

Reviewed by: MR1977

I can't recommend a better way to capture the essence of Hawaii than on this beach trail ride. The scenery is beautiful, relaxing and the overall experience made our trip that much more memorable. We saw sea turtles and even caught a glimpse of an endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal. The horses are very well trained polo ponies that do trail rides in their spare time. ...just another reason that makes this ride unique. The guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. we will be back!

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Posted on: 2013/09/10

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Roger

wonderful tour had the greatest guide was able to see everything and had alot of good laughs was well worth having a tour guide

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Posted on: 2013/09/07

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

just okay

Reviewed by: joie nick

The food was horrible and the show was okay. We did not make it in time to do any of the activities offered. My parents were there all day and enjoyed the activities more than the dinner and show.

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/09/06

乗馬体験(0.5~2時間) 2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫!<ガンストック牧場/現地集合>

Enjoying the cowboy vibe! カーボーイ気分満喫!

Reviewed by: たけい

After a comfortable drive of just over an hour from Waikiki towards the North, I spotted the GUNSTOCK sign and felt a rush of excitement. The expansive ranch, along with the goats and horses, was truly soothing and impressive.

While horseback riding, I leisurely enjoyed the scenery, and at the top of the hill, a breathtaking view unfolded, making me feel refreshed. Riding while holding the reins myself really allowed me to fully embrace the cowboy experience.

抜群の景色の中ノースを目指し快適ドライブをワイキキから1時間ちょっと、GUNSTOCKの看板を見つけ心ワクワク。広い牧場、山羊と馬に癒され感動。
乗馬は、のんびり景色を堪能しながらテクテク、岡の上では絶景が広がり気分爽快。
手綱を自分で引きながらの乗馬は、本当にカーボーイ気分を満喫しました。

  • パイナップル畑を過ぎてノースの海が

  • 気持ちのいい牧場〜癒される〜

  • 小1の娘は嫁をKeiki ride

  • 自分は、上の娘と絶景カーボーイ気分

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/09/05

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

MUST READ!!!!!

Reviewed by: OhMyHiroshi

We had a wonderful time here. Our driver and escort provided lively Hawaiian music,taught us about sacred Hawaiian land, historic places where movies were filmed, and a list of Hawaiian vocabulary. As we got there we were greeted by employees while checking in. We saw every village and participated in some activities. We learned how to dance hula and play the ukulele. We also got to see the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The Luau portion was the best! I have never been satisfied with an endless luau buffet.Food was great but I have only one suggestion which is make sure you don't eat too much because you still need to attend the show HA The Breath of Life. The show was awesome with historic facts of how children were raised with the sense of Ohana in Hawaii. After watching this show my girlfriend and I are aware of how and what life means to the Hawaiians.Ultimately if you are planning on visiting Oahu and was interested in this activity, then don't hesitate to book it!

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/09/02

乗馬体験(1.5時間) ノースショアの海辺を散策!ロマンチックなサンセットプランや貸切プランから選べる 8歳から参加OK!

It was good even for a first time. はじめてでもよかった。

Reviewed by: haria

In domestic horseback riding, there is usually someone to lead the horse, and you typically go around a designated area. However, here, I was able to ride alone on the well-trained horses until my backside hurt. However, no one spoke Japanese at all, but it didn't cause any particular inconvenience.

国内の乗馬だとたいてい馬を引いてくれる人がいて、決められたところを1周とかですが、
ここでは、慣れたお馬さんたちに、一人で乗りお尻が痛くなるまで乗れました。
だだ、日本語は全く通じません。が特に不都合はありませんでした。

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Packages: サンセットプラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/09/02
Activity Date: 2013/08/10

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Without a doubt, the best thing I did all week.

Reviewed by: Rob R

When my friend asked me to do this with him, I was a bit hesitant. Not knowing what to expect, my imagination relived several scenes in "Jaws". After doing some research and coming to the realization that North Shore does this on a daily basis without people loosing limbs, I agreed. It turned out to be an absolutely phenomenal experience. We arranged for the hotel pickup and once in the van, took the 45 minute ride to the North Shore area of Oahu. Once at the marina, it's about a 20-30 minute ride out to the cage. The Captain went over all the safety instructions thoroughly and describes what types of sharks we would be seeing. His shark lecture was very informative and wasn't stumped when questions were asked. Once at the site, the cage is secured to the side of the boat and after the 8-10 passengers get in, the cage is allowed to float away about 20 feet. Observing the sharks was a thing of beauty and simply can't be described in words. I would do this again in a heartbeat.

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Packages: Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/09/02
Activity Date: 2013/08/09

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Circle Island Tour & PCC Luau & show

Reviewed by: TizLV

The circle island tour (1 star) was too much a rush, it is literally a drive half way around the island to get to PCC, only a couple stops that barely has time to get off the bus and take photos, and no where states that the famous Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesday for cleanup.

The PCC operates like the cruise ship, put a lei on you just to have photographer take pictures to sell you later, and then take the lei back. The so called guides in the PCC are students where some of them are not well trained to handle the group; you can do everything by yourself using the schedule of programs.

The Luau was mediocre, no whole pig roasting, just a huge dinning hall with lots of people, eating the buffet, and some show on stage. Sorry, I live in Vegas, this cannot compare.

"HA: Breath of Life" Show definitely 5 star, very well done and great performers, if you are willing to pay high price for shows in Vegas, this one is on par.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/08/31
Activity Date: 2013/08/06

乗馬体験(0.5~2時間) 2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫!<ガンストック牧場/現地集合>

Friendly animals! 人懐っこい動物たち!

Reviewed by: ひろちゃん

Ballet the donkey came to greet us. He was so cute, rubbing his face against us. I wanted to take him back to Japan! (laughs) The horse was also very smart, and my daughter was in a great mood. We had a wonderful time together as a family until the end.

You can enjoy a different side of Hawaii for family memories.

ごあいさつに来てくれたロバのバレットくん。
顔をスリスリ、可愛かったです。
日本に連れて帰りたかったな~ 笑
馬もお利口さんで、娘も上機嫌。最後まで家族で楽しく過ごしました。

ご家族の思い出に、違ったハワイを楽しめますよ。

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Packages: ピクニック乗馬
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/30
Activity Date: 2013/08/19

乗馬体験(1.5時間) ノースショアの海辺を散策!ロマンチックなサンセットプランや貸切プランから選べる 8歳から参加OK!

The owner is wonderful. オーナーの女性が素晴らしい

Reviewed by: ひろちゃん

They are studying Japanese and actively engage in conversation. The friendly owner was a wonderful person. It's a place where celebrities come incognito. The seaside view is beautiful, and I still can't forget it.

日本語を勉強されていて、積極的にお話してくださいます。
気さくなオーナーさんは素敵な方でした。
著名人がお忍びで来られるほど。海沿いの景色が美しくて今でも忘れられません。

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Packages: 基本プラン
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/08/30
Activity Date: 2013/08/20

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

I recommend this experience

Reviewed by: Adventurer

I strongly recommend this experience! The crew were helpful, down to earth and nice which made the experience even better. I recommend purchasing the video of yourself under water with the sharks - it will be a lifelong memory.

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2013/08/24
Activity Date: 2013/08/01

Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides - North Shore Horseback Riding Sunset Tour

Sunset Ride

Reviewed by: BZR30S

It was a blast! We had a great time and the location was amazing for our sunset ride! Our guides were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area!

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Packages: Standard Sunset Horseback Ride - Most Popular!
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/08/23
Activity Date: 2013/08/20

乗馬体験(1.5時間) ノースショアの海辺を散策!ロマンチックなサンセットプランや貸切プランから選べる 8歳から参加OK!

The beach is beautiful. ビーチがきれい

Reviewed by: 紅麻K

I had an 11-hour transit time in Honolulu, so I made a reservation in advance to move around. The sky and sea were beautiful, and I had a great time. In Japan, we don't have such outdoor experiences, so it was nice.

ホノルルのトランジット時間が11時間あったので、あらかじめ予約して移動しました。空と海がきれいで、楽しかったです。日本では、こうした外のりはないので、良かったです。

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Posted on: 2013/08/17
Activity Date: 2013/08/06

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Load up on Dramamine and take the morning trip

Reviewed by: KellyB

This would have been an awesome trip if it hadn't been ruined by motion sickness. And I wasn't the only one affected, there were 6 other people hanging their heads over the side of the boat with me. This excursion is definately a do-over only next time I'll take the morning trip and start loading up on dramamine the night before. I want to mention, though, that the captain and crew were very nice and knowledgeable of sharks and shark conservation and I will go with this company again.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2013/08/11

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Better last time

Reviewed by: Karmine

I went on this 3 yrs ago and it was much more fun. They no longer feed the sharks and they stuffed the tank with too many people. Last time it was 4 ppl inside cage this time they put 8 ppl in it!!

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Aloha Karmine, We apologize that we didn't exceed your expectations this time, We will strive to do better on the next. We upgraded our cage less than a year ago and it is now about 65% bigger than it was back 3 years ago. Being the shark tour with the biggest cage, we currently average 5 - 8 people maximum at any given time. We have upgraded our boats within the past 2 years since 3 of our boats were burned back in 2011. We hope to better service you on your next trip out here. Thank you once again for choosing North Shore Shark Adventures

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/08/06
Activity Date: 2013/07/18

Hawaii Shark Encounters - North Shore Shark Cage Diving Tour from Haleiwa

Unique Activity

Reviewed by: Lin

Getting in the water with sharks was definitely a unique afternoon! Our hosts weren't especially talkative but knew what they were doing and we all got a turn. If you're going to get in the water with sharks I suggest this company because of the plexiglass on the side of the cage. None of the pictures I took through the bars turned out because of the light reflection! Also arrive early to the dock! The sign is tiny, faded and at the far end of a parking lot. Took us 20 minutes to find where to go after arriving.

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Packages: Shark Cage Diving (50% Capacity)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/08/04
Activity Date: 2013/07/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Very good

Reviewed by: Jessica

I thought the cultural center was very good. Our tour guide was amazing and would recommend having one. The only bad thing was not being able to take pictures during the breath of life show and no air movement. Show was great but very warm. Wish I could have taken pictures.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/07/31
Activity Date: 2013/07/25

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Shark Adventrue

Reviewed by: Ken and Family

This trip was great!!!! We saw many large sharks. Water was pretty rough, a little hard getting out of cage. We ranged in age from 13 to 50 and everyone enjoyed it!!

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Packages: Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/07/26
Activity Date: 2013/07/21

All-Inclusive Oahu Island Tour with Lunch & Waimea Valley Waterfall Nature Walk

One of the best yours I have ever taken!

Reviewed by: Melanie

The tour guide was the most personable, knowledgable tour guides I have ever had. She took the time to explain where we were, what was special about it and answered any and all questions. Would definitely use their services again!

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Thank you so much for the good review.

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Packages: Standard
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2013/07/20
Activity Date: 2013/06/30

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

shark adventure

Reviewed by: amanda

This was a great experience! There were sharks all over the place, defiantly wasn't disappointed. The only bad part about it was all the people that got sick, & especially the one that got sick while in the cage. Everything else was awesome. I would recommend it to anyone going to Hawaii.

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/07/16
Activity Date: 2013/07/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

If you're a first timer, this is a must!

Reviewed by: BGC

We had a wonderful time. If you wanted to have plain good time knowing the Polynecian culture this is a must! You will be spending most of your day in a ALL IN ONE package,from activities, education, culture, music, language. I don't know about other people but there is nothing to complain about the Luau and this place, the food was good,the show was great, the evening show was spectacular! For those who expect to get drunk and expect a Las Vegas type of show, please do your self a favor go somewhere else, BUT if you wanted to have a clean entertainment and wholesome environment for you and your family and appreciate custumes,culture, pretty and handsome islanders don't think twice of going here. Several reviewers expect a Las Vegas show and almost bear all, I'm a Islander I find those reviews very insulting to the culture of our people, this is a paradise Island, so please leave your mind set behind before coming here. PCC does the best to preserve the culture and their ancestry.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/07/11
Activity Date: 2013/07/01

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Great beyond my expectation

Reviewed by: DemoskiJ

Great beyond my expectation. Wondeful experience would do it again

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/07/10
Activity Date: 2013/07/05

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Luau and tour

Reviewed by: Chin Wang

The tour guide and tour of the island was outstanding. The show at the Cultural Center was very well done and enjoyable. The food was okay, but not what was expected.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/07/10
Activity Date: 2013/07/02

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Great experience!!!!

Reviewed by: Chris S and family

My teenage daughter really wanted this experience, my wife not so keen. It was well worth it, about 20 large sharks swimming around you whilst you are safe in the cage. Even my wife thought so. It was a good experience, the crew were good and organised.
The slow rolling sea can affect some :-)

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Aloha Chris S and Ohana,

We are glad that you folks enjoyed yourselves. Hope to see you folks on your next Hawaiian Vacation. Aloha

Robert
Shark Rez

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Packages: Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2013/07/08
Activity Date: 2013/07/04

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

My review

Reviewed by: Canadiantraveller

Had ourselves a good time. Got sea sick on the boat ride though. Recommend you bring some gravol. A good activity to do while you are in Hawaii.

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Packages: Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/07/02
Activity Date: 2013/06/24

Oahu North Shore Beach Horseback Riding Experience - Daytime Tours

Absolutely beautiful!

Reviewed by: R Garcia

This was my first time ever riding a horse and they made me feel very comfortable. The views were amazing and Cassie was a fabulous guide! My husband and I decided to do this ride the night before our vow renewal and it gave us some beautiful memories to look back on! We would definitely recommend this ride!

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Packages: Private Horseback Ride - Daytime Tours
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/07/01
Activity Date: 2013/06/27

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Circle Island Tour & Polynensian cultural center

Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo

Nice event! So much to learn!! The day goes by fast with all the fun. They have a lot of activities for all the family. The dinner was awesome, prime rib buffet. Can't wait to go back!!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/06/30
Activity Date: 2013/06/22

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

Famous North Shore Shark encounter

Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo

This was amazing event!!!! It was a safe trip, and it was awesome seeing the sharks swimming very close. I'm looking forward to doing it again.

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2013/06/30
Activity Date: 2013/06/23

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Not very authentic except for HA

Reviewed by: Nicky

Terrible food at the luau. Not very authentic in terms of food or staff. Was like a discount Disneyland but with not very convincing landscaping. A total tourist trap in terms of knock off "artisan" items and souvenirs. However the show HA was amazing. If I ever went back, would only go for the show.

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Packages: Alii Luau Half-Day Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/06/27
Activity Date: 2013/06/24

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Mary Mabes

It was a great learning experience to see all the different cultures.
We had a great time and I highly recommend it its worth the trip.

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Packages: Ambassador Alii Luau
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2013/06/24
Activity Date: 2013/06/19