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。
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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: 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: 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: 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: いっちー
The explanation provided by the Japanese guide was very helpful. Since it was my first time visiting Haleiwa, I appreciated learning about the sightseeing points and riding precautions in advance. The sightseeing information shared during the shuttle ride was also very informative, with many things I had not known before. The horseback riding itself was enjoyable, and my children (ages 6 and 8) were able to ride independently and said they had a lot of fun. The 6-year-old was being led by a rope at the front, which made it reassuring as the horse did not stray to the side.
日本人ガイドの方の事前の説明がとても参考になりました。
ハレイワ観光も初めてだったので短時間での観光のポイントや、乗馬での注意点もあらかじめ教えてもらえてよかったです。
送迎車内の観光案内も初めて知ったことも多くてためになりました。
乗馬自体は子ども(6歳8歳)も一人で乗れてとても楽しかったと言っていました。
6歳は先頭の方に綱で引いてもらっており、馬が横に逸れたりしないので安心でした。
Thank you for participating.
It has become a wonderful memory for your child.
We look forward to your next participation.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
お子様のいい思い出になりましたね。
次回のご参加お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: AiY
Fourth time horseback riding in the canyon✨
I participated again without hesitation. It's a mother-daughter trip✨
"Fourth Tour Highlights"
① The horses are still adorable
② The ranch owner, Mark, is as kind as ever.
③ KOJI is attentive as always
④ Haleiwa Town is still charming
⑤ I got to eat garlic shrimp.
Long sleeves and long pants are a must (something you can throw away)
Take photos with your phone!
We will stop by Dole Plantation. I always think it's unnecessary, but we need to take a restroom break.
Heading to Haleiwa Town. We have 30 minutes to stay. Take photos with angel wings, and then off to horseback riding in the canyon…
★ Please make sure to listen to the guide's horseback riding instructions★
Even though it was my fourth time, I got distracted by the cuteness of the horses and became careless when getting on.
If you follow the instructions, there’s absolutely no problem for beginners.
Riding the horses into the canyon✨ You can ride in Japan, but nothing compares to climbing up and down the canyon and getting a panoramic view of Waimea.
On the way back, we went to Haleiwa Town again… ate garlic shrimp, bought vintage coffee, and saw some turtles at Alii Beach before heading back✨
I think the trip to Hawaii is expensive, and the tours are pricey, but it's worth it.
Thank you!
渓谷乗馬4回目✨
懲りずにまた参加しました。母娘の二人旅です✨
「4回目のツアーポイント」
①お馬さんが相変わらず可愛い
②牧場のオーナー「マークさん」相変わらず優しい。
③KOJIさんがきめ細やか
④ハレイワタウンが相変わらず魅力的
⑤ガーリックシュリンプが食べられた。
長袖、長ズボンは必須(捨てても良いもの)
写真は携帯で!
Doleプランテーションに立ち寄ります。毎度要らないと思いますがトイレ休憩する必要があります。
ハレイワタウンへ向かいます。滞在時間30分です。天使の羽で写真をとり、渓谷乗馬へ…
★ガイドさんの乗馬に関する注意事項は必ず聞いて下さい★
4回目、聞いてたにも関わらず馬の可愛さに気を取られて乗るとき適当になってしまいました。
注意事項を守れば初心者でも全く問題ありません。
いざ、お馬さんに乗り渓谷へ✨日本でも乗馬は出来ますが一緒に渓谷を登り下りてワイメアを一望できるのは比になりません。
帰り再びハレイワタウンへ…ガーリックシュリンプを食べて、ヴィンテージコーヒーを購入してアリイビーチで亀さんを少し見て帰ってきました✨
ハワイ旅行自体金額が高いしツアーも高いですが価値があるものと私は思います。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: nomiyama
Every year, my husband and I visit Hawaii. We usually rent a car and go to Kailua and the North Shore, but this time we decided to try an optional tour. The guide provided various explanations and recommended a fantastic lunch spot, making it more enjoyable than we expected. The shrimp place he recommended was the best I've ever had! Thank you, Kaz, our guide!
毎年夫婦でハワイ来てます。いつもはレンタカーしてカイルアやノースショアに行きますが、今回はオプショナルツアーにチャレンジしてみました。ガイドの方が色々説明してくれたり、イチオシのランチスポット教えてくれたりと予想以上に楽しめました。教えていただいたシュリンプ屋さんは今までで1番美味しかったです(*^_^*)
ガイドのカズさん、ありがとうございました!
Thank you for participating. I'm glad to hear that you were satisfied. The shrimp place I recommended is a top choice based on Kaz's various tastings. Please consider using our services again next time.
ご参加ありがとうございます。
ご満足頂け嬉しいです。お勧めしたシュリンプ屋は、カズが色々味見をした結果のお店でイチオシです。
次の機会も是非ご利用下さい。
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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: | 2019/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/11 |
Reviewed by: 美肌命
Kazu-san, a Japanese guide, joyfully showed us various attractions in Honolulu from the car window from the start of our trip. After a restroom break at the Dole Plantation, we enjoyed delicious, plump garlic shrimp at Giovanni's Shrimp Truck in Haleiwa, which Kazu-san had reserved for us. After that, we went shopping at Happy Haleiwa and the Snoopy Surf Shop in Haleiwa. Kazu-san kindly explained how to ride a horse during our travels, so there were no issues with the English instructions for horseback riding. Twelve of us rode in a line through the woods and along the beach. We were able to enjoy horseback riding while being blown by the pleasant sea breeze and taking in the beautiful coastline. On the way back, we drove along the east coast to avoid traffic. We passed by Kualoa Ranch and took a coffee break at a Kona coffee farm. In the city, we were specially taken through Chinatown, Downtown, and Kaka'ako, allowing us to enjoy the sights from the car window. Thank you, Kazu-san! I would love to enjoy horseback riding in Hawaii again.
日本人のkazuさんが、出発からホノルル市内の色々な名所を車窓から楽しく案内して下さいました。トイレ休憩のドールプランテーションの後、kazuさんが予約して下さったハレイワタウンのジョバンニ・シュリンプ・トラック・ハレイワでぷりぷりの美味しいガーリックシュリンプに舌鼓。その後ハレイワタウンでハッピーハレイワ、スヌーピーサーフショップでお買い物。乗馬の乗り方は移動中にkazuさんが丁寧に説明して下さいましたので、乗馬の英語での説明は問題がありませんでした。12人が一列になってぽくぽく林を抜けて海辺を乗馬。美しい海岸線を見ながら心地良い潮風に吹かれて乗馬を楽しむ事が出来ました。帰り道は、渋滞を避けて東海岸線をドライブ。クアロアランチを通り、コナコーヒーファームでコーヒーブレイク。市内は、チャイナタウン、ダウンタウン、カカアコタウンに特別に通って下さり車窓から楽しむことができました。kazuさん、ありがとうございました!またハワイで乗馬を楽しみたいです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/12 |
Reviewed by: yochoko
My stay in Haleiwa was short due to the weekend crowds, traffic, and construction, but I was able to enjoy garlic shrimp and do some quick shopping, and horseback riding was truly amazing! I want to go again. I received explanations in Japanese from our guide, Kaz, about how to ride and the names and personalities of the horses, so even as a beginner, I was able to comfortably see many turtles swimming from horseback. On the way back, we avoided traffic by returning via the Kualoa area, allowing us to see the magnificent scenery and landmarks, and we also stopped by a macadamia nut farm. Kaz introduced us to downtown Waikiki, murals, and Ala Moana Beach from the car window, providing great value for the price. Kaz, our guide, was very accommodating to my elderly father, who has difficulty walking, and I found him to be much more polite and kind than other reviews suggested. For those who want to leisurely enjoy exploring Haleiwa, I recommend avoiding crowded days and opting for a tour focused solely on the town.
土日の混雑と渋滞、工事の都合でハレイワの滞在は短かったですが、ガーリックシュリンプを食べてササッと買い物もできたし、乗馬は本当に最高でした!また行きたいです。ガイドのカズさんから日本語で乗り方の説明と馬の名前・性格も聞いていたので初心者でも余裕で馬上からカメが泳ぐ姿がたくさん見れました。帰りは渋滞を避けた分、クアロア方面から帰ってくれたので、雄大な景色や名所を見たり、マカダミアナッツファームにも寄れ、ワイキキでダウンタウンや壁画、アラモアナビーチも車窓からですが紹介してもらい、お値段以上の満足度でした。ガイドのカズさんは高齢で足の悪い父にも色々と融通してくれ、他の方の評価よりも全然丁寧で親切な方だと思いました。ハレイワ散策をゆっくり満喫したい方は混雑する曜日を避け、街だけのツアーをお勧めします。
Thank you for participating. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Please consider using our services again next time.
ご参加ありがとうございました。
お楽しみいただけたようで嬉しいです。次の機会も是非ご利用ください。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/11 |
Reviewed by: まささ
I have experienced beginner horseback riding in various countries, and I chose this one because of the seaside course. On the way there and back, a Japanese-speaking driver guided us along the route. The explanations on-site were in English, but it wasn't too difficult, and the people were friendly, making for an enjoyable time. There were also others who brought their own horses and some who were swimming in the sea. Since it was by the seaside, there were no risky areas like mountain paths where you might fall off, and with fewer weeds along the road, we could ride smoothly while enjoying the sea breeze.
各国で初心者乗馬を体験していますが、海辺のコースということで、こちらを選びました。行き帰りは、日本語ドライバーさんが、通り道の案内込みで移動させてくれます。現地では、英語での説明ですが、それほど苦労なく、フランクな方々で、楽しく過ごせました。ここでは、他にマイホースを連れてきていたり、海水浴をしている方々もいました。海辺ということで、山道のような落馬しそうな個所もなく、道端の草も少ないため道草も少なく、海風に吹かれながら、颯爽?と乗馬ができました。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Lisa H
This is our 2nd time on the surf bus. Cousin Kevin was great! He catered to all families. Gave us great info on what to look at and eat. I like this tour because I can relax and enjoy rather than driving and having to find parking, buy tickets, and do all the work that I usually have to do!
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| Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/23 |
Reviewed by: aowy papa
I had some experience with horseback riding in Japan (it usually lasts about 10 minutes depending on the price), but here I was able to ride for a longer time (about 40 minutes) and basically guided the horse myself, which was fun (^O^). The horse was really smart, so even my second grader was fine! Additionally, we were able to go sightseeing in the town of Haleiwa along the way (this part was mixed with horseback riding and included a meal, so it was quite rushed at about 1 hour (^o^;), but there was also a separate course just for sightseeing). We also had a great encounter with sea turtles, which you can see with high probability!!!
乗馬は日本でも経験は有りましたが(料金によるけど大体10分未満位?)、それよりもっと長い時間乗馬(約40分)出来、基本的には自分でお馬さん誘導して楽しい(^O^)。お馬は凄く賢いのでうちの小2の子供でも大丈夫でした!。また、途中でハレイワの町観光にも行けました(こっちは乗馬とミックスすると食事込みで約1時間だったから凄く駆け足(^o^;)、別コースで観光のみも有りました)また、高確率て遭遇出来る海亀にもしっかり出会えました!!!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/18 |
Reviewed by: マイキー
The guide talked a lot about Hawaii while we were in the car! The horseback riding was wonderful; I was a bit scared at first, but my horse was very gentle and walked slowly ahead. The staff chooses each horse based on compatibility with the rider. Some horses seemed to be struggling because they just wanted to eat grass! Riding while looking at the ocean is something you can't experience in Japan, so I definitely recommend trying it!
車の中でガイドさんがハワイのこと色々と話してくれました!
乗馬もすばらしく、最初は怖かったですがとてもいい子でゆっくり前に続き歩いてくれました!担当のかたが馬との相性を見ながらそれぞれの馬を決めてくれます。中には草ばかり食べてしまい、大変そうな馬もいました!
海を見ながらの乗馬は日本では体験できないのでぜひ経験してもらいたいです!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/09 |
Reviewed by: うにこ。
I'm glad I was able to get various local information. Thank you very much. I went to Giovanni for the garlic shrimp, and it was delicious.
いろんな現地情報も含めておしえてもらって良かったです。
ありがとうございました。
ガーリックシュリンプはジョバンニにいきましたがおいしかったです。
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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: | 2019/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/14 |
Reviewed by: リーリン
We participated as a family of five. It was our first time horseback riding, but we enjoyed a slow walk along the coast on horseback and even spotted some sea turtles swimming occasionally. The horses were very gentle and cute, and everyone became a fan of horses. Although we had limited time, we were able to stop by places like Dole Plantation and Haleiwa, making for a very fulfilling day. Our guide, Kaz, was easy to understand. Thank you very much.
家族5人で参加しました。乗馬は初めてでしたが馬に乗って海岸沿いをゆっくり歩き時々海ガメが泳いでいるのも見られました。馬達もとてもおとなしく可愛くて全員馬ファンになりました。ドールプランテーションやハレイワなど時間は少しでしたが立ち寄る事ができとても充実した1日を過ごせました。
ガイドのカズさんの話もわかりやすかったです。ありがとうございました。
Thank you for participating. It was lucky to see a sea turtle while horseback riding. We hope you will join us again next time.
ご参加ありがとうございます。
乗馬中に海亀が見られたとは、ラッキーでしたね。
次回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: | 2019/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/11 |
Reviewed by: もなむ
My mother and I signed up for a seaside horseback riding course. It was our first horseback riding experience, but the local staff kindly helped us with how to ride and stop. Riding while looking at the sea was truly a wonderful feeling.
Unfortunately, after arriving at the Dole Plantation, which was supposed to be just a quick stop, we were told by the tour guide that there was a mistake and they had forgotten to bring their license, which would take time to retrieve from the office. As a result, our stay was extended by over an hour. Since this is a common spot for other tours, I had been there before and ended up with nothing to do, feeling quite bored. Additionally, the tour guide's attitude was lacking sincerity, saying things like, "This is quite rare, you know," which honestly made me feel anxious about whether it was safe to follow this person.
The horseback riding itself was a lovely experience, so next time I participate, I would prefer to join a different tour company if there is an option.
母と娘の親子二名で海辺乗馬コースを申し込みました。初めての乗馬体験でしたが乗り方、止まり方等現地のスタッフが親切に対応して下さり、何といっても海を見ながらの乗馬はとても気持ちの良いものでした。
残念だったのは、立ち寄り程度だった筈のドールプランテーションに到着した後、ツアーガイドのミスでライセンスを携帯し忘れたとのことで事務所へ取りに戻るのに時間がかかると言われ、結果滞在時間が1時間以上延びた事です。他のツアーでも定番のスポットなので以前も立ち寄ったことがあり、やることが無く時間を持て余しました。また、それに対するツアーガイドの態度も「こんな事稀なんですけどね~」といった誠意に欠けるもので正直「この人について行って大丈夫なのか?」と不安に感じました。
乗馬自体はとても素敵な経験となりましたので、次回参加する時は別の催行会社での企画があればそちらに参加したいと思います。
I apologize for any inconvenience caused regarding our matter despite your participation. I'm glad to hear that you were satisfied with the main horseback riding experience.
ご参加にも関わらず、当係りの件ではご迷惑をかけ申し訳ございませんでした。
メインの乗馬は満足されたようで良かったです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ソフィー
I think I could have enjoyed the tour more if the guide had been better. As others have mentioned, it was disappointing to have Kaz as our guide.
① Dole Plantation
I arrived 10 minutes before opening. This meant that the actual time I had to enjoy Dole Plantation was only 20 minutes, which was unsatisfactory. I quenched my thirst with very delicious pineapple juice and browsed for souvenirs. I wished I had a bit more time to explore the garden.
② Strolling through Haleiwa Town on the North Shore and having brunch with garlic shrimp
I ate at a Japanese-owned restaurant recommended by the guide. (It was emphasized multiple times that they opened early for this tour.) Perhaps because of that, while it was tasty, it was lighter than I expected. Personally, I would have liked a bit more punch. (I think enjoying local flavors is one of the joys of traveling.) The careful preparation of the shells and the shrimp's digestive tract left a good impression. Strolling through the colorful streets was fun, but again, excluding meal time, the stay was only about 30 minutes! There isn't much time to leisurely check out interesting shops, so it might be good to set a purpose in advance.
③ The horseback riding by the seaside, which I was looking forward to the most!!!
All the horses were cute and smart, and it was truly healing. They are well-trained, so I think beginners can experience it with confidence. I wanted to spend more time interacting with the horses!
④ On the way back, I saw sea turtles from the car window.
⑤ We stopped in Haleiwa to pick up participants from other courses and for a restroom break, which concluded the tour.
While the places visited and experiences were excellent, I realized that the presence of the guide significantly changed my level of satisfaction.
This time, the guide, Kaz, was basically high-handed and had a scary tone. Listening to his interactions with other participants, he treated them in a condescending manner, which made those around him uncomfortable.
The information he provided about Hawaii's history and buildings during the journey was interesting, but his unique way of speaking combined with issues with the audio microphone made it hard to absorb.
Additionally, he was very strict about the meeting times. I understand it was to avoid traffic, but it felt more like he was rushing participants to avoid affecting his own working hours rather than for the sake of the participants or to keep the tour schedule.
ガイドさんが良ければもっとツアーを楽しめたと思う。
他の方も書いてますが、カズさんに当たり残念でした。
①ドールプランテーション
オープンの10分前に到着。
ということで、ドールプランテーション内を楽しめる実質滞在時間はたったの20分。これは不満。
とても美味しいパイナップルジュースで喉を潤し、お土産を物色。
もうちょっとガーデンを散策する時間が欲しかった。
②ノースショアハレイワ・タウンにて街並み散策とガーリックシュリンプでブランチ
ガイドさんが勧める日本人経営の店で食べる。
(このツアーのために早い時間から開けてもらっていると何度も強調されました)
そのためか、美味しいのだが思ったよりもあっさりしている。
個人的にはもう少しパンチが欲しかったかな。
(せっかくならローカルの味を楽しむのも旅の醍醐味だと思うため)
殻と背ワタが丁寧に処理されているのは好印象です。
カラフルな街並みを散策するのは楽しいが、ここでも食事時間を除くと滞在時間が30分あるかないか!?
気になるお店をゆっくり見ている暇はないので、事前に目的を定めておくといいかもしれません。
③一番楽しみにしていた海辺での乗馬!!!
どの馬も可愛くてかしこくて、本当に癒されました。
よく調教されているので初心者の方でも安心して体験できると思います。
もっと長い時間馬と触れ合っていたかった!
④帰路につく途中、車窓からウミガメを見る
⑤他コースの方をピックアップ&トイレ休憩のためハレイワに寄り終了
訪問先・体験内容は申し分ないのですが、ガイドさんの存在ですごく満足度が変わってくることを実感しました。
今回のガイド、カズさんは基本的に高圧的で口調がコワイです。
他の参加者さんとのやり取りを聞いていても、バカにしたようなあしらうような対応をされていて、周りが不快に思う。
道中教えてくださるハワイの歴史や建物案内等は興味深い内容なのですが、独特なしゃべり方と音声マイクの不具合が相まって、入ってこない。
そして、集合時間にはすごく厳しくせっつかれます。
渋滞を避けるためなのはわかりますが、「参加者のため」「ツアー予定時刻を守るため」というよりも、ガイドさんご自身の勤務時間に影響のないよう、参加者を急かしているような印象を持ちました。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/05 |
Reviewed by: kazさん
The garlic shrimp at Cameron's, recommended by our guide in Haleiwa, was delicious. It was a shame that our stay in Haleiwa was only about an hour due to horseback riding being scheduled afterward, leaving us no time to explore. It seems our time in Haleiwa was shortened because of expected traffic on that weekend.
The horseback riding at Turtle Bay by the sea was very nice. The horse I rode was a bit of a glutton and kept trying to eat grass during the ride, so I had to scold him multiple times to get back on course, which left my arms sore. It turned into a fun memory! Next time, I think I’ll want to explore Haleiwa more leisurely, so I might plan horseback riding for another day.
ハレイワではガイドさんのおススメキャメロンのガーリックシュリンプ美味しかったです。
乗馬がその後の予定だったのでハレイワでの滞在が1時間程で散策する時間が無かったのが残念です。その日は週末のせいか渋滞が予想されたのでハレイワ滞在時間が短縮された様です。
乗馬はタートルベイの海辺でとても良かったです。私が乗った馬は食いしん坊で乗馬中に何度も草を食べに行ってしまい何度も馬を叱ってコースに戻るようにしたので腕が筋肉痛になりまた。笑笑〜楽しい思い出になりました。
次回はゆっくりハレイワを散策したいので乗馬は別の日にしよーかなぁ〜と思ってます。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/30 |
Reviewed by: 274
It was truly the best tour! During the journey to and from the destination, our Japanese driver and guide shared various information about Hawaii. The stories were easy to understand and interesting, and his calm tone made it very easy to listen to. After arriving in Haleiwa Town, he kindly provided detailed information about recommended shops and restaurants while we slowly drove through the area, which I really appreciated. I have visited Hawaii many times, but I learned a lot of things I didn't know before, and I had a truly fulfilling day. I was very satisfied with my choice of this tour and returned home happy. I highly recommend it. Thank you to our tour guide!
本当に最高のツアーでした!行き帰りの道中は日本人の運転手兼ガイドの方がハワイに関する様々な情報を教えてくださいます。お話はわかりやすく且つ面白く、声も落ち着いたトーンで話されるのでとても聞きやすかったです。ハレイワタウンに到着後、車をゆっくりと進めながらオススメのお店やレストランの情報を丁寧に教えていただいたのもとてもありがたかったです。ハワイには何度も訪れていますが、知らなかったことをたくさん知れましたし、本当に充実した1日を過ごすことができ、このツアーを選んで良かったと大満足で帰って来ました。本当におすすめです。ツアーガイドさんありがとうございました!
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/21 |
Reviewed by: HAWAII 大好き
Riding horses in Hawaii is just the best, isn't it?
We rode along the beach near Turtle Bay.
Along the way, the staff took some photos for us.
We got some "amazing pictures."
The staff told me, "You're doing great!"
The horses here are well-trained, so it's fantastic.
They are calm and very easy to handle.
I want to go horse riding in the Hawaiian sea again.
### Everyone, you should join in too! ###
ハワイに来て ホース ライディング それって 最高じゃありませんか。
タートル ベイ 周辺の海辺を 馬に乗って走らせて。
途中、 スタッフに写真撮ってもらいました。
”最高の写真”ができましたよ。
スタッフに言われました。「お客さん 上手ですね。」って。
ここに いる馬は ちゃんと飼いならされていますから最高ですよ。
おとなしくて、大変 扱いやすいですよ。
また、ハワイの海で ホース ライディングしたいですよ。
## 皆さんも、参加してくださいよ。###
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/27 |
Reviewed by: RISA
This tour is highly recommended! You can taste Hawaii's specialties, enjoy nature, and watch turtles. Even my father, who is over 60, was able to enjoy it without any difficulty. If you come to Hawaii, I definitely want everyone to experience this!
First, at the Dole Plantation, you can enjoy freshly squeezed pineapple juice for just $2.50! It's a great deal, and you can savor the true flavor of pineapple without any additives, so I absolutely recommend it!
Next, the horseback riding takes you through a forest with ups and downs, making the one-hour ride completely engaging! The horses are all thoroughbreds and very stable, so it's reassuring, and it's kind of cute when they occasionally get bored and start munching on grass (*^-^*). The staff were also very cute and kind!
After that, our guide took us to a hidden gem for garlic shrimp that locals use, and we enjoyed incredibly plump and delicious shrimp! Apparently, the garlic shrimp from the North Shore is made from fresh shrimp, making it even tastier♪
Above all, the highlight of this tour is the guide!
The amount of knowledge is amazing!! And they are entertaining! They share all sorts of interesting stories about Hawaii's history, recent events, and trendy shops, so you won't get bored during the travel time! Also, if you ask, "Are there places like this nearby?" they will guide you by car if it's close, which was very helpful☆
The guide and this route were both fantastic, so I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^▽^*)
このツアーはかなりオススメです!
ハワイの特産物を味わって、自然を楽しみ、カメを観て・・還暦を過ぎた父でも無理なく全然楽しめる内容で、ハワイに来たら是非みなさん体験して頂きたいです!
まずドールプランテーションでは搾りたてのフレッシュパイナップルジュースが2.5$で飲めてしまうお得さ!
交ざり物なしでパイナップル本来の味を楽しめるので、絶対オススメです☆
次の乗馬はアップダウンのある森の中を散策するので1時間全く飽きない!馬もみんなサラブレッドで安定している子達なので安心ですし、たまに飽きて草とか食べ始めちゃうのもなんかかわいい(*^-^*)
係りのお姉さんもとてもキュートで優しい方達でした♪
その後はガイドさんに地元の人が利用する穴場のガーリックシュリンプ屋さんを教えて頂き、それはもうプリップリでおいしい海老をいただきました!
どうやらノースショアのガーリックシュリンプは生の海老から作られているのでより美味しいらしいです♪
なんといってもこのツアーの一押しは、『ガイドさん』です!
知識量がすごい!!そしておもしろい!ハワイの歴史や最近の話、流行りのお店などありとあらゆる話を面白おかしく案内してくれるので、移動中も本当に飽きないです!
また、『こうゆうところはありますか?』と聞くと近場であれば車で案内して下さったりもするので、とても助かりました☆
ガイドさんもこのルートもとてもよかったので、ハワイに行くときはまたぜひ参加したいです!(*^▽^*)
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/14 |
Reviewed by: ヒロシーン&よっしぃ
This will be my fifth consecutive visit. Every time I go, I have fun and can relax. I'm looking forward to it again next year (probably, haha).
5年連続の利用になります。
何度行っても楽しくリラックスできます。
来年も(多分w)楽しみにしてます。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/21 |
Reviewed by: 大垣のじいちゃん
I spent my second day on the optional tour "North Shore (Haleiwa) Sightseeing and Horseback Riding." The guide provided helpful background information on the tour bus in preparation for the horseback riding experience.
The horse I rode was very calm and smart, and it did a great job walking along the uneven paths with both uphill and downhill sections. The riding experience lasted longer than I expected, so I was a bit tired, but it became a fun memory.
After that, we moved to Haleiwa Town, where I enjoyed local gourmet food that you can only find here. Since the day I participated was not on a weekend, I missed out on trying "Huli Huli Chicken," which I regret. I'll save that for next time!
オプションツアー「ノースショア(ハレイワ)観光と乗馬体験」で二日目の休暇を過ごしました。乗馬体験に備えてガイドさんが事前に予備知識をツアーバスの中で話してくれたので参考になりました。
騎乗したお馬さんはとてもおとなしくお利口さんで登り道あり、下り道ありと凹凸が結構ある道を頑張って歩いてくれました。騎乗体験が思ったより長時間だったので少し疲れましたが楽しい思い出となりました。
その後、ハレイワタウンに移動してここでしか食べれないグルメを味わいました。参加した日が土日でなかったので「フリフリチキン」が食べれなかったので心残りでした。次回のお楽しみにしておきます。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/21 |
Reviewed by: ありこ
I participated in this on my honeymoon trip!
It was reassuring that both the participants and the guide were Japanese!
During the car ride, the guide shared information about the buildings and the history of Hawaii, making the journey enjoyable!
The main horseback riding experience was incredibly fun!! (≧∀≦)
We rode for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The horses were smart, very gentle, and they worked hard to climb the hills, which made them quite endearing (*´ω`*).
They provided a thorough briefing before riding, so I felt safe getting on!
I created unforgettable wonderful memories♡
I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^^*)
ハネムーン旅行で参加しました!!
参加されてる方も日本人で、ガイドの方も日本人の方なので安心でした!
車での移動中もガイドさんがこの建物は〇〇ですとか、ハワイの歴史とか教えてくれるので楽しみながら移動できました!
メインの乗馬もめちゃめちゃ楽しかったです!!(≧∀≦)
たっぷり1時間15分ほど乗っていました。お馬さんもお利口でとっても穏やかで上り坂も一生懸命登ってくれてなんだか愛くるしかったです(*´ω`*)
乗馬の前にしっかりレクチャーもしてくれるので安心して乗れました!
忘れられない素敵な思い出ができました♡
ハワイ行ったらまた是非参加したいです(*^^*)
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/25 |
Reviewed by: のりたん
I participated in a horseback riding experience tour on May 15th. We received instructions on how to handle the horses while in the car and then headed to the location. As a couple in our 60s, I felt a bit anxious about whether we would be okay, but once we got on the horses, those worries quickly disappeared. The horses were so well-trained. When the horse in front started walking, ours followed suit, and when it stopped, ours did too. Even if there was a bit of disruption, pulling the reins as instructed made them listen.
While riding, we enjoyed the beautiful ocean view and the sound of the waves, spending a blissful time. Our instructor, Koji, provided excellent sightseeing information, sharing the names of many flowers blooming in town and details about Hawaii. We were able to see vast pineapple fields and sea turtles as well. In Haleiwa, he guided us to the restrooms and famous shops, so we didn’t get lost. He also took us to a delicious garlic shrimp restaurant, and on the way back, we toured the east coast and stopped by a souvenir shop where we could sample coffee. It was truly a wonderful tour that left us very satisfied. Thank you very much.
5月15日乗馬体験ツアーに参加しました。
車中で馬の扱い方の説明を受け現地に行きました。
66歳夫婦ですので
大丈夫かなあと少し不安な気持ちになりましたが
乗ってみるとそんな不安は直ぐに解消です。
よく調教された馬達の賢いこと。
前の馬が歩き出すと同じように歩き始め
止まると同じように止まり、少し乱れても教えて頂いたようにたずなを引くと
言う事を聞いてくれます。
馬の背で綺麗な海を見ながら潮騒を耳に、
ぽくぽくと至福の時を過ごせました。
またインストラクターのコウジさんの観光案内が素晴らしくて
町中に咲いてる沢山の花の名前、ハワイの状況とか教えて下さり
広大なパイナップル畑や海亀も見ることができました。
ハレイワの町ではトイレの場所、有名店を教えて下さり迷うことなく
過ごせました。ガーリックシュリンプの美味しいお店も案内して下さり
帰りは東海岸の方を周っていただき、コーヒーの試飲できる土産店にも
よって頂きました。本当に満足できる素晴らしいツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/15 |
Reviewed by: JJ and Che
We had a great tour with (creepy) Uncle Kevin today on the North Shore of Oahu! We've been touring all around the world and can seriously rank Uncle Kevin as one of the best tour guides. The Surf Bus has the right equipment, the right itinerary and an excellent attitude. The bus was on time at every stage and Kevin had good solid connections at every stage. He took the time to work with each group on tour to insure they had the right experience. Some of the stops had multiple options and he was able to call ahead to report those options to the vendor. Kevin recommended great food and knew how important this is to an all day tour. One unmistakable clue that Kevin really knows what he is doing is that he knew so many of the other folks involved with the tour on a personal level. He's a local. He knew all of the answers because he grew up here.
Great attention to detail makes for a great tour. Uncle Kevin obviously knows what he is doing and we look forward to going on another Oahu tour with him soon. Also, kudos to the bus company. They had the right equipment and marketing to make Kevin's expertise shine.
Thanks to my creepy uncle Kevin from Oahu. Mahalo!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/17 |
Reviewed by: masa
My first time in Haleiwa. I participated during the May holiday. The driver (who was Japanese) was very good.
It rained from the morning on the day of the trip. After we set off, the horseback riding was canceled. The driver informed us, "You can get a full refund for the cancellations." We were supposed to have three groups that day, but since the others canceled, it was just my family that set off. We only canceled the horseback riding and received a $100 refund per person.
We visited the murals in downtown Honolulu, a shop where we could sample coffee, and Dole Pineapple. After that, we entered Haleiwa while seeing the famous sign, and the driver kindly explained the shops from the car. Since it was still early for lunch, we went to a soap factory and then returned to Haleiwa for a garlic shrimp lunch at the recommended "CAMARON." The shrimp were already peeled, making them easy to eat. The driver was very kind, reserving seats for us and wiping off the benches from the rain. Even during our free time, I felt relaxed exploring since I had been informed about the famous spots from the car in advance. We also got to go to Matsumoto Shave Ice. On the way back, we were able to see three turtles up close on the beach.
In May, it can get quite chilly when it rains, so I think long sleeves are necessary. (We bought hoodies for the whole family at Dole.)
初めてのハレイワ。5月連休に参加。ドライバーさん(日本人)がとてもよかった。
当日は朝から雨。出発してから乗馬はキャンセルに。ドライバーさんから「キャンセルの方は全額返金できます」とのこと。当日3組で廻る予定でしたが、他の方はキャンセルされたので、うちの家族だけで出発しました。うちは乗馬だけキャンセルで一人100ドル返金してもらえました。
ホノルルのダウンタウンの壁画、コーヒーの試飲ができるショップ、ドールパイナップルへ。その後、有名な看板を見ながらハレイワに入り、車中からお店を丁寧に説明してもらいました。お昼にはまだ早い時間だったので、石けん工場へ行ってから、再度ハレイワに戻り、ガーリックシュリンプの昼食。お勧めの「CAMARON」へ。シュリンプの殻がむいてあるので食べやすいです。ドライバーさんが席を取ってくれたり、ベンチの雨を拭いてくれたりととても親切でした。自由行動でも、予め車中から名店を教えてもらっていたので、ゆっくり安心して散策できました。マツモトシェイブアイスにもゆけました。かえりには浜辺で3頭もカメを間近で見ることができました。
5月は雨が降るとかなり冷え込むので長袖が必要かと思います。(ドールで家族全員パーカーを買いました)。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/04 |
Reviewed by: メロディー
Horseback riding is great for sun protection since you can wear a helmet over your hat.
You can easily mount the horse from a platform that looks like a podium, making it a breeze to get on. At first, it felt a bit scary due to the swaying, but I quickly got used to it and started enjoying the scenery. The horses are very well-trained and followed the horse in front of them perfectly.
We took individual photos of each family member at the beautiful seaside, so make sure to bring your camera!
In Haleiwa, they made a reservation for the garlic shrimp restaurant (Camaron) that I wanted to visit, allowing us to leisurely explore the town.
乗馬は、帽子の上からもヘルメットが被れるので日焼け対策バッチリです
朝礼台のような所から馬に乗れるので、乗る時も楽々でした
初めのうちは揺れて少し怖いのですが、すぐに慣れて景色を楽しめえるようになりました
馬がとてもよく訓練されているのでちゃんと前の馬のあとをついて歩いてくれました
綺麗な海辺で家族全員と、ひとりひとりの写真を撮ってくれたのでカメラ必携です
ハレイワでも行きたかったガーリックシュリンプのお店(キャマロン)を事前に予約してくれたのでゆっくり町を見て回れました
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/01 |
Reviewed by: のりか
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。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/05 |
Reviewed by: まんた
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。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/25 |
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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。