All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

The staff seemed unable to speak Japanese, but instructions were provided in Japanese, so there was no need to worry about the language barrier. The horses were well-trained and walked straight even for complete beginners. I chose this place because you can start riding from the age of eight. The staff kindly took family photos and individual pictures while we were riding, which made for a great keepsake.

スタッフは日本語が話せないようでしたが説明書などが日本語で用意されていて言葉の不安は不要でした。
馬は良く調教されていてまったくの初心者でも真っ直ぐに歩いてくれます。
８歳から乗馬できるのでここにしました。
スタッフも親切に乗馬をしている家族写真や単独写真を撮ってくれて、良い記念になりました。

Shows at each of the Polynesian cultures were scheduled to flow from one to the other. Huki: A Canoe Celebration was a beautiful gathering of the features of all cultures represented at the park. Being a small physical park area, walking between activities was not stressful and workers were happy to help if you couldn't find a show. Great value for money.

I was shocked by the self-centered way of entertaining. This was the only tour during my stay in Hawaii that left me feeling unpleasant. Even though we were thanked at the end, the atmosphere in the vehicle was so quiet.

Everything about it was tedious, filled with sarcasm and unnecessary details, and the overall vibe of the tour (inside the vehicle) was far from pleasant.

This was my sixth time in Hawaii, but it was the first time I felt this way during any of the many optional activities I participated in. The only good thing was that I was able to go horseback riding in nice weather.

独りよがりの楽しませ方に愕然。今回のハワイ滞在で唯一嫌な気持ちになったツアーでした。最後はありがとうございましたの挨拶はされていながらも、シーンと車内もするほどでした。
すべてにおいて、ねちねちねちねち、ことごとく、嫌味の連続、うんちく、雰囲気はとてもいいものとはいえないツアー（車内）でした。
ハワイは6回目でしたが、多々参加するオプションでこんな嫌な気持ちになったのは初めてでした。
良かったのは天気の中、乗馬ができたことだけでした。

I booked and participated in six activities during this trip, but the Polynesian Cultural Center was the best! The bus guide, Maki, was really funny, and despite the long travel time, no one fell asleep. The local Japanese student guide at the Polynesian Cultural Center was very dedicated, which was great. One day wasn't enough, so I definitely want to participate again next time.

今回の旅行で６つのアクティビティを予約し参加しましたが、ポリネシアカルチャーセンターは一番良かったです！
バスのガイドさんのまきさんは凄く面白く、長い時間の移動にも関わらず、誰一人寝ていなかった。
ポリネシアも現地の日本人学生のガイドが一生懸命さが伝わり凄く良かったです。
一日の滞在では足らないくらいでしたので次回も是非参加したいと思います。

The nature in Hawaii, the kindness of the staff, everything was great. I recommend it to everyone going to Hawaii! It might be tough for those with a fear of heights.

ハワイの自然、スタッフの優しさ、すべて良かったです。ハワイに行く皆様にオススメします！高所恐怖症の方には厳しいかもしれません。

First of all, Japanese is hardly understood here. Even if you're not good at English, it's better to have at least a basic understanding to keep up. Those who think they can get by without knowing any English in Hawaii might find some things difficult to understand. Many guidebooks mention that Japanese is often not spoken in the North Shore, and that's quite accurate.

There are seven zip lines, but the first one is a practice zip line that is about 300 meters long (including this practice, there are eight zip lines in total). After a brief explanation of the harness and equipment installation precautions, you jump right into the practice. There's no time to be scared; you just have to dive in (laughs). The first tower is about 7 to 8 meters high, I think. As someone with a fear of heights, I couldn't afford to be scared and went for the first practice. Family members and other participants also had to take their turns without hesitation. Once this practice was over, we took a nine-person buggy to the top of the mountain for the main event. The eight main zip lines started from there. There was a brief downpour during the ride, but the two hours flew by.

As the name "Keana Farm" suggests, we slid down over the farm, which felt really nice, and I think the longest zip line of 800 meters is possible because it's on a farm. The kids were also having a great time without any fear.

　まず・・・日本語はほとんど通じません。英語が得意で無くとも何と無くやっとついて行ける程度で良いので分かった方が良いです。ハワイだから英語は微塵も分からなくて大丈夫と腹をくくってる人には逆に理解できないところが少し有るかも知れません。色んなガイドブックにノースショアの方は日本語が通じない事も多いと書かれてありますがそれに近いです。
　７本のジップラインですが、最初のにいきなり300メートルくらいの練習ジップライン（この練習を含めると８本のジップライン）。ハーネスや金具の取り付け注意事項の説明の後すぐこの練習用で実践です。怖いとか言っている暇は無く有無を言わさず飛び込むしか有りません（笑）。最初の塔は７～８メートルくらいは有るのでしょうか。高所恐怖症の私ですが怖いなんか言ってられず１本目の練習を実践。家族や他の参加者の方々も次々と有無を言わさず順番が回ってきます。この練習が終われば本番の為９人乗りのバギーで山頂へ。ここから８本、本番がスタートです。途中スコールも数分降りましたが２時間強があっという間でした。
　ケアナファームと言うだけあって、農園の上を次々と滑り降りていくのでとても気持ちよく最長800メートルという長さを経験できるのも農場だからなのだと思います。
　子供たちも怖がらずとっても楽しんでました。

I was disappointed that I couldn't get off the bus even though I went all the way to the North Shore. It was also a letdown that both meals were at the Polynesian Cultural Center. I had intended to see the whole island, but it felt one-sided, and I felt like I missed out.

せっかくノースショアまで行ったりしているのに、バスから降りれず、残念なおもいをしました。
食事は2回ともポリネシアン文化センターだったのも残念ポイント。
島全体をみれるつもりが、偏っていて、損した気分になりました。

We purchased the Super Ambassador package and we were treated like royalty. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and respectful. Iotua was our guides name so we highly recommend him. Learning about the other islands in the pacific was fun. They told you just enough that now we would like to visit each one. The parade on water was really something you don’t want to miss. Also the Breath of Fire program was awesome!

The oldest participant was 69 years old, and the youngest was 2 years old. We were looking for activities that everyone could enjoy, and we requested this horseback riding experience. The local staff do not speak Japanese, but they are friendly and kind, using gestures to communicate, so I think even those who are not good at English will be fine.

First, they asked if we wanted to wear helmets, and if we chose not to, we were asked to sign a consent form. Then, under the guidance of Sheina, my 2-year-old daughter rode a pony while the adults rode larger horses, taking a leisurely 20-minute walk in a single file through the grasslands and bushes. The horses ridden by the adults would sometimes stop to eat grass, so we had to kick the stirrups to encourage them to move forward, or pull the reins to bring them back into line if they started to walk too fast. It was a very valuable experience to operate the horse by ourselves for the first time.

At the end, my daughter was allowed to brush and feed the pony she was riding, and she was overjoyed (laughs). Even after returning home, she keeps talking about the pony (laughs). The only downside is that there is no transportation provided, so we had to make our own way to the North Shore. However, since we really wanted to go to Gunstock Ranch, we decided to charter a guided car and combine it with a tour of Haleiwa.

The grounds are vast, and the scenery seen while riding the horses is incredibly beautiful. The pleasant breeze and climate were very soothing. I would like to visit again when I come to Hawaii.

最年長は69歳、最年少は2歳、みんなでできるアクティビティーを探していてこちらの乗馬体験をお願いしました。
現地の方は日本語が話せないのですが、フレンドリーで親切な身振り手振りで教えてくれるので英語が苦手な方でも大丈夫だと思います。
最初にヘルメットをかぶるか聞かれて、かぶらない場合は同意書にサインを求められます。
そしてシェイナさんの先導で2歳の娘はポニー、大人は大きな馬に乗って草原や茂みを約20分一列縦隊でお散歩するのですが、大人の乗る馬は途中で草を食べ始めたり止まったりするので、その都度あぶみを蹴って前進を促したり、逆に早足になったら手綱を引いて列に戻るよう促したりと、自分で馬を操作するなんて初めてのとても貴重な体験をさせていただきました。
最後は2歳の娘が乗っていたポニーにブラッシングやえさやりをさせてくれて、娘は大喜び（笑）帰国してもずっとポニーの話をしています（笑）
唯一の難点は、送迎がないのでノースショア方面まで自分で行かなければいけないことですが、どうしてもガンストック牧場でお願いしたかったのでガイド付きの車をチャーターしてハレイワ観光とセットで行くことにしました。
敷地が広大で馬に乗って見る景色は大変美しく、心地よい風と気候で癒されました。またハワイに訪れる際は立ち寄りたいと思います。

I studied various Polynesian cultures and dances thoroughly. It's a place where you can spend the whole day experiencing it. Alcohol is not available.

充分いろいろなポリネシアの文化とダンスを勉強しました。体験もでき一日中過ごせる場所です。アルコールが飲めないです。

Our tour guide and bus driver were both very knowledgeable and were easy to understand. We were given ample time at each stop to be able to see sights and take pictures. Lunch was very tasty. This is definitely one tour that I would recommend to friends and family.

I had a very enjoyable time. On the day of the event, I got caught in traffic and was a bit late, but I was able to participate without any major issues.

I attended with a group of nine people, including elementary school students. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the attractions. Personally, I was most excited about the first buggy ride. Among the many tours available, I highly recommend this attraction. I believe you won't regret signing up.

As for tips, someone mentioned it, but there was no particular request for them.

とても楽しい時間でした。
当日、渋滞に巻き込まれ、少し予定時刻に遅れてしまいましたが、大きな問題なく参加出来ました。

小学生を含めた9人での参加。
全員がもれなく楽しめたアトラクションでした。
個人的には、1番最初のバギーが1番興奮しました。
数あるツアーの中でも、お勧めのアトラクションです。申し込んで、損はないと思います。

チップは何方かが書かれてましたが、
特段要求される事はありませんでした。

The guide shared stories about Hawaii and gave us a horseback riding lecture during the drive, which made the travel feel quick. The Dole pineapple soft serve was a good portion, and sharing one between two people was just right. It was refreshing and delicious. The garlic shrimp was also plump and tasty. Riding along the coast and through the forest was very pleasant. It was great that we could take photos as well. I'm glad I participated.

ガイドさんが車内でハワイに関する話や、乗馬レクチャーをしてくださったので、移動も早く感じました。
ドールのパイナップルソフトは量があり、2人で1個買って丁度よかったです。さっぱりしていて美味しかったです。
ガーリックシュリンプもプリプリで美味しかったです。
乗馬も海沿いや林の中を気持ちよく歩けました。写真を撮ってもらえたのもよかったです。
参加してよかったです。

I was curious about the zip line after watching Ariyoshi's summer vacation. I made a reservation in Hawaii with my friends.

Since we had a rental car, we went directly to the meeting point at the scheduled time. We entered the necessary information on the screen and stored our valuables in a locker. After getting fitted with the equipment, we started practicing.

We climbed to the top using a caterpillar while receiving explanations about the farm's crops, and then it was time for the main event!

We slid down about eight zip lines. There were also various other activities!

At first, I was worried about whether I could handle it, but it was so much fun.

You can bring your smartphone without any issues, but it’s a bit concerning if you don’t have pockets with zippers. Having a GoPro would be even better!

有吉の夏休みを見て気になっていたジップライン。
友達とのハワイで予約しました。

レンタカーだったので、集合時間に直接向かいました。
必要事項を画面に入力し、貴重品はロッカーに預けます。
器具をつけてもらって練習開始。

農園の作物などの説明を受けながらキャタピラで上まで登り、いざ本番開始！

ジップラインは8本ほど滑りました。
ジップライン以外にもいろいろとありました！

最初は頑張れるか不安になりましたが、とっても楽しかったです。

スマホは持っていっても問題ないですが、
ファスナーがついているポケットなどがないと不安です。
GoProがあればなお良いかと！

Very cool to see and hear about all the history of the PCC. This is me and my wife's first time going to the PCC and Hawaii and let's just say that this is a must! Loved every second of it! Will be back again!

Horseback riding in Hawaii. There are various options, but this was the only place I found that allows small children to ride, so I made a request. I thought it would be a short experience, more like a child's play (laughs), but to my surprise... we got to ride on a big, adorable horse and explore the mountain trails!

It was a unique experience that you can't have in Japan, and I really enjoyed it. My 2-year-old daughter fell asleep, so her dad rode instead. I had only made a reservation for my grandchild, but they easily accommodated changing it to one adult for my grandchild and adding another adult.

Next time, we plan to go on a trip with just the grandparents, and I want to go horseback riding at Turtle Bay, where we went for our honeymoon (laughs). It will be next New Year's, so I hope to see you then!

ハワイで乗馬。色々有るけど小さな子供の乗れる乗馬はここしか見つからず、お願いしました。時間も短いし、子供騙し(笑)的な感じで乗るんだろうなぁ～と思いきや……
本格的に大きな可愛いお馬に乗れて、山道散策！
日本では、味わえない経験が出来て、とても楽しめました。2歳の女の子は寝てしまってパパが代わりに乗れました。孫だけの予約をしていたのですが、あちらで、孫1人大人に変更と、大人1人追加も簡単に対応していただきました。
次回は、じぃじ&ばぁばの2人旅の予定なので、新婚旅行で行った(笑)タートルベイの乗馬に行きたいなぁ‼って言ってます。来年のお正月になりますが、その時もヨロシクお願いします。

At first, I was a bit nervous waiting for the van, which arrived about 20 minutes late. I was worried along with a foreign couple who were also waiting, thinking maybe they overslept since no one said anything. I had read everyone’s experiences beforehand, so I took motion sickness medication before participating. I usually don’t get motion sickness, so I was fine, but my mother is prone to it. She was okay until we got on the boat, but once we were in the water, the waves were quite rough, and she ended up feeling sick. A few foreign participants in the tour also got sick, and some were even vomiting.

We entered the cage with about 3 to 4 groups, and during that time, the crew scattered food, attracting a lot of sharks. They came quite close, but they didn’t attack, and it was thrilling to see them up close. It was a unique experience, and the elderly foreign couple with us was quite excited! There were changing areas and restrooms available, but everyone just wore shirts over their swimsuits and went home like that. There was also a small shop where we bought snacks and drinks while waiting for the van to arrive. I definitely think you should give it a try!

初めは、少し緊張しながらバンを待っていたのですが、20分くらい遅刻して来て一緒にまってな外国人夫婦と、まだ来ないね…と心配していました。特に何も言わなかったので寝坊かな??と思いました。そして、皆さんの体験談を読んで居たので、あらかじめ酔い止めを飲んで参加しました。もともと乗り物酔いしないタイプだったので、私は、酔わなかったのですが、母が乗り物酔いしやすいタイプで、船に乗ってゲージまで行くところまでは、元気だったのですが、逆に海の中に入ってからの方が波の揺れも激しく、そこで酔ってしまってしました。一緒にツアーに参加した数人の外国人の方も酔っていて、吐いている人もいました。ゲージの中へは、3組~4組くらい一緒に入って、その間にクルーの人達がエサをまいてくれるので、サメがたくさん寄ってきてくれます。でも、近くまで来ても襲って来ることも無く、かなり近くで見れて迫力があります。なかなか出来ない体験なので、一緒に居た高齢の外国人夫婦もかなり興奮していました!!一応着替える場所、トイレもあるのですが、みんな水着の上にシャツを着てそのまま帰っていました。あとは小さな売店??みたいなのが来ていて、迎えのバンが来るまでスナックやジュースを買って待っていました。是非、参加してみてもいいと思います。

This event was outstanding - an excellent way to see so many of the major sites on the island and experience all the Polynesian Cultural Center has to offer. The tour guide was exceptional- providing a lot of interesting information about the various places we visited. Our stops were just the right amount of time to allow us to take pictures and explore a little. My personal favorite was Hanauma Bay - such a beautiful view. The Polynesian Cultural Center is a must see when you visit the island - such interesting and lesser known facts about the history of the Center - and an outstanding luau and show.

The riding style was Western. My 5-year-old and 8-year-old children also rode solo, and we walked through the canyon for a little over an hour. The horse was said to be a retired polo horse, and it was very impressive and smart. There were muddy paths along the way, and the ups and downs were thrilling. The view from the top was amazing.

乗馬スタイルは、ウエスタンです。5歳と8歳の子供も１人乗りで、1時間ちょっと渓谷を歩きました。ポロ競技を引退した馬だそうで、とても立派で賢い馬でした。途中道がぬかるんでいたり、アップダウンもありドキドキでした。頂上からの景色が最高でした。

It was the ultimate luxury to take a leisurely walk while enjoying the adorable horse and the wonderful scenery. When I pulled the reins, the horse seemed a bit grumpy, which was also honest and cute.
The guide was very kind and had interesting stories, and we quickly reached the North Shore. The garlic shrimp was even more delicious than I had imagined.
Thank you for the unforgettable experience that words cannot express.

とても可愛い馬(私はニオイでした♪♪)と素晴らしい景色を眺めながらのんびり散歩するのは最高の贅沢でした。手網を引くと、ちょっと機嫌が悪そうにする所も素直で可愛かったです。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、お話も面白くて、あっという間にノースショアまでたどり着きました。ガーリックシュリンプも想像以上の美味しさでした。
言葉では言い表せないほどの感動をありがとうございました。

It was all in English, but I was able to enjoy it safely. The three guides worked hard to entertain the guests. Contrary to what I expected, we skied in beautiful spots with views of the ocean rather than through the forest over a long distance.

英語オンリーなのですが安全に楽しむことが出来ました。ガイド３人はゲストを楽しませようと頑張ってくれます。思っていたよりみんな長い距離があり森林の中を行くのではなく海が見える景色が良い所を滑走していきます。

It was an awesome experience! Seeing the sharks so close was amazing!

It was our family's first trip to Hawaii and our first horseback riding experience. Initially, we had booked the horseback riding experience at Kualoa Ranch, but due to overcapacity, we switched to this tour. Since we were traveling by rental car, I had some concerns, but we arrived without getting lost. The reception counter had explanations in Japanese, so even though I could hardly understand the staff's English, I felt at ease while riding. The horses were well-trained and took us on a leisurely stroll along the beach. The kids (elementary and middle school students) were looking forward to this horseback riding, and it seems they had a wonderful time as expected. Thank you to all the staff!

家族４人での初ハワイ＆初乗馬体験でした。当初、クアロアランチの乗馬体験を申し込んだのですが、定員オーバーのため、こちらのツアーにしました。レンタカーでの移動のため、不安もありましたが、迷うことなく到着できました。受付カウンターには日本語の説明文が用意されており、スタッフの英語がほとんど聞き取れなかった私でも、安心して乗馬できました。馬たちはよく調教されており、ゆっくりと浜辺を散策してくれました。子どもたち（小学生と中学生）はこの乗馬を楽しみにしており、期待通りの素晴らしい時間を過ごせたようです。スタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました。

Everything was fantastic from beginning to end. The people, the experience, the venue. I would highly recommend.

This was a great tour! The driver was very good & had a lot of knowledge about the island! We stopped at a Macadamia nut farm & we didn’t even know that it was a scheduled stop! It was pretty cool! We snorkeled & went kayaking as well! They were all exciting activities! You definitely don’t want to rush the experience!

At first, it’s scary, but once you get used to it, it becomes fun. You walk a lot, cross suspension bridges, and climb ropes, but there was a 77-year-old participant who was doing great! It’s something you can’t easily do in Japan, so I think it’s a good experience to try at least once.

最初は怖いですが慣れると楽しくなります。たくさん歩くし、吊り橋を渡ったり、ロープを登ったりしますが、77歳の方が参加されていて頑張っていました！日本ではなかなかできないので一度でいい体験するといいとおもいます。

This is a must do experience if one wants to know more about the Polynesian Culture!

My friends and I got the Ambassador package and was extremely amazed with how all the performers, guides and crew were doing everything with so much heart and passion! There is no lying on how one consistently feels so intrigued with learning about another culture.

Despite this being a manicured and curated tourist attraction with a make-believe setting, it doesn't disappoint. Being called "family" all the time does make the entire experience different.

The Luau night show is not be be missed! The show is called Hai and is so well done that I personally want to experience it again!

Overall, there is nothing much to fault. Also note that tickets purchased and not single entry! You can go back again on another day to continue your tour if you have missed out on certain experiences.

Thumbs up!

In Hawaii, I went on a tour with a major tour company, but the optional tours were fully booked, so I made a reservation through this site myself. I felt a bit anxious participating in a tour without any other Japanese people, but both the driver and the local staff were kind and explained everything in English, so it all worked out. At first, I was a bit nervous about the zip line, but once I got used to it, it was fine. The speed and the views while doing it were amazing.

大手ツアーで行ったハワイで、ツアー会社のオプショナルツアーでは満席で予約取れず、自分でこのサイトを通じて予約しました。
日本人のいないツアーで不安を感じながらも妻と参加しました。でもドライバーさんも、現地スタッフも優しく英語で丁寧に説明してくれたので、何とかなっちゃいました。
ジップライン自体は最初だけ少しビビりましたが、慣れたら大丈夫でした。やってる時のスピードや景色は最高です。

When we first got on our tour and the guide introduced himself I didn't hold out much hope of learning anything from someone who said they had only lived in Hawaii for 3 years but Steve turned out to be a fountain of knowledge. He made the day an extremely enjoyable one, so much information given and funny too. he should also release his soundtrack to the Circle Tour, he had a song for every stop it was awesome! My only criticism would be too many beach photo stops not enough time at Waimea Waterfall and Dole Plantation.

The children had an experience. They said it was exciting and very fun to cross the canyon. They also mentioned that the horses were well-trained, which made them feel safe.

子どもたちが体験しました。渓谷を渡るのがエキサイティングでとても楽しかったようです。馬もよく慣れていて、安心だったといっていました。