Reviewed by: Todd and Belinda
I have to say that The Polynesian Culture Center is my favorite memory about Hawaii. I learned so much with this experience. We adored our Tour Guide "Cousin ViVii" she was very informative and a pleasure to be around. Not only is it my favorite memory of Hawaii, but a favorite memory of my life.
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| Packages: | Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/09 |
Reviewed by: モグもん
My sister and I participated together! As soon as we arrived, we watched a DVD, and it felt like we took off into the sky about an hour after our turn came. We quickly ascended to 14,000 feet, and the moment we took off was a bit scary, but once we were flying, it was simply amazing. The scenery was absolutely stunning! The excitement made the fear completely disappear! The instructor was also kind, which made me feel safe to let go. The finished photos and DVD turned out really well, and the DVD was edited with music, making it a treasure. Everyone in the car had to wait until they flew before we could go back, but I think we ended up returning to the hotel around 2 PM. I think it's a good idea to plan to relax that day since the effects of gravity can really tire you out. I was a bit worried because there wasn't much information about valuables, but I was able to leave them at the reception, and there were no problems at all. I definitely want to do this again when I go to Hawaii! It was the best time! Thank you so much!
妹と二人で参加させていただきました!到着してすぐにDVDを鑑賞し、順番がきて着いて1時間ほどで空に飛びたったような気がします。
あっという間に14000フィートの高さまで上昇し、空に飛びたった瞬間は若干恐怖でしたが、飛んでからは気持ちいいの一言です。とにかく景色が最高でした‼︎その感動で恐怖はすっかり飛んでいきました!インストラクターの方も親切で安心して身を任せれました。完成した写真、DVDもとても良く撮れており、DVDは音楽など編集されていて、宝物になりました。車に乗った全員が飛ぶまで帰ることはできませんでしたが、結局ホテルに帰ったのが14時くらいだったと思います。重力?の影響なのか身体にどっと疲れがくるのでその日はまったり過ごす予定でいるのがいいと思います(^_^;)貴重品のことがあまり記載になかったので心配でしたが、受付に預けることができ、全く問題ありませんでした。ハワイに行ったらまたぜひやりたいと思います!最高の時間でした!ありがとうございました(≧∇≦)
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/01 |
Reviewed by: S.Kanzaki
I participated in a one-day course from morning to evening with nine people, including myself. Since I was the last to be picked up, I waited for 15 minutes and was really anxious about whether they would actually come, but after that, everything went smoothly. In addition to horseback riding, we visited Moanalua Gardens, a pineapple plantation, and saw sea turtles (which we miraculously spotted!). We had lunch at a delicious shrimp restaurant, and since we had some extra time, they kindly took us to a soap factory. Our guide, Jimmy, was a Japanese-American who was fluent in Japanese and very experienced in guiding. He translated all the instructor's explanations during the horseback riding, so there were no issues at all.
Now, regarding the main horseback riding experience, the horses were well-trained thoroughbreds used for polo, and they responded very well to the reins even without a bit in their mouths. There were no problems for beginners at all! The ride was supposed to be an hour and a half, but with explanations and time spent mounting the horses, we actually rode for about an hour and fifteen minutes. It was so enjoyable that it felt like no time at all. When you hear "valley," you might imagine a river flowing, but we simply walked along mountain paths at a steady pace, going up and down repeatedly, and finally reached a spot where we could see the beach in the distance for a commemorative photo on horseback. Shortly after that, we dismounted. After finishing, we immediately got into the car and headed for lunch, so I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have time to interact with the horses or relax at the ranch, but it was a very fun day.
Since we were mostly walking, it might be a bit unsatisfying for intermediate to advanced riders, but I think it was a great experience to create wonderful memories of Hawaii.
朝から夕方までの1日コースで、私を含めて9人が参加しました。ピックアップの順番が最後だったので15分またされて、本当に来てくれるのかとドキドキしましたが、そのあとは順調でした。乗馬のほかにモアナルアガーデン、パイナップル園、ウミガメ見学(奇跡的に見られました!)、おいしいシュリンプのお店でお昼、時間が余ったので特別にソープファクトリーまで連れて行っていただきました。ガイドのジミーさんは日本語が堪能の日系の方でガイドにとても慣れていました。乗馬もインストラクターの説明を全て通訳してくださったので全く問題ありませんでした。
さて、メインの乗馬ですが、馬はポロ競技用によく調教されているサラブレッドで、口にハミを付けていなくても手綱の指示で本当によく動いてくれました。初心者でも全く問題ありません!時間は、1時間半コースでしたが説明や馬に乗る時間があるので実質1時間15分乗ったか乗らないかくらいでした。楽しかったのであっという間でしたね。渓谷と聞くと川の流れを想像させるのですが、ひたすら山道を並足で進み、上り下りを繰り返し、最後に遠くにビーチを望む場所に出て馬上で記念撮影。そのすぐ後に下馬になりました。終わったらすぐに車に乗って昼食に向かったので、馬と触れ合ったり牧場でのんびりしたりする時間がなかったのがちょっと残念でしたが、とても楽しい1日でした。
ずっと並足だったので乗馬の中上級者にはものたりないかもしれませんが、ハワイのいい思い出を作るには盛りだくさんでいい体験かなと思います。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/11 |
Reviewed by: Ian & Tasha
My wife & I love Shark Week so this activity was a clear must do. There is so much to talk about for this activity, but I'll just break it down to pros & cons. Pros: the water is really warm and about 80ft of visibility, the crew was nice, the sharks ranged at a decent 10ft to 12ft, the sharks get extremely close to the cage where you can touch a fin (but they tell you don't so beware), and most importantly not even Jaws can get through that cage (super thick bars). Cons: it's a small boat so if your prone to motion sickness you NEED dramamime since your out there for about 2 hours, no food or snacks so bring some because after your 30min dive you will be hungry and its about 1-2 hrs before you get back to Waikiki, and this is a tip from the wife - the bathroom at the dock is a park restroom so no seat covers so byosc ;). Wish I had a photo to share off my phone since it was really cool but its all on the gopro.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/03 |
Reviewed by: Kristen
After reading so many reviews, we expected this experience to be great; however, we found most of the evening to be okay at best. The prime rib and seafood, "prime" dining, is not good. Much of the hot food was luke-warm, the roast beef...I mean prime rib...although pretty sure it was roast beef, was way overcooked and just gross, and much of the food was slimy and just inedible. There was one hot seafood item which was somewhat hot/somewhat still frozen, and my husband said was disgusting. It was not prime dining. I would suggest skipping dining there altogether.
We had some time to walk around; however, most of the exhibits are just artifacts or movies/shows. The Samoa live show was interesting and entertaining, but the videos were boring and I can't imagine what you could spend an entire day there doing (we went late at 4 PM and had plenty of time). The "Ha, Breathe of Life" show was the best part for sure. The show was entertaining; however, it was very long. We went to another luau and show earlier in our trip, booked through the cruise line, and I would say that show was better. "Ha, Breathe of Life" was very long and had a lot of repetitive dancing. They do a part of the show for each Island, so after awhile the dancing gets repetitive. Some aspects were really neat: fire dancing, a few of the dances with props, etc, but it would have been better if it hadn't been so extremely long and repetitive.
Overall, I can't say that I would recommend this experience. If I did, I would recommend the show, without eating dinner. Additionally, be prepared to pay extra for everything and have things that cost money constantly offered to you (I understand, it is a vacation destination, but for the Polynesian Cultural Center, which doesn't allow tipping and is all about culture, it just seemed weird after awhile). Next time we go to Hawaii, we will try a luau closer to the resort area, and skip the Polynesian Cultural Center.
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| Packages: | [Open Spring 2021] Ambassador Luau Dinner & Premium Show Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/01 |
Reviewed by: Sister's!!
If you're going to Hawaii, I highly recommend making a reservation for skydiving!! It was my sister and I's first time, so we were both excited and nervous...
The day before, the morning pickup time changed, so we found ourselves on the shuttle bus by 6:45 AM!! On the bus, we quietly signed documents (the hardest part was definitely filling out those forms, haha).
Since it was early in the morning, my sister and I fell asleep on the bus. When we woke up, we had arrived. After arriving, we submitted our documents and then just waited until our names were called!
We were the last group from our bus to jump, so we waited for almost two hours before it was our turn!! There were some snacks available for purchase, but the selection wasn't very large, so I think it's better to bring your own food!!
I think it's best to bring things to pass the time, like cards, books, or a pocket Wi-Fi!!
When our names were finally called and we got our name stickers, the instructor helped us put on our gear!! Since we had requested photos and videos, after getting suited up, another instructor took lots of pictures and did interviews with us!
Then, it was time to board the Cessna!! (O_O) It took about five minutes to reach our destination! From there, we just jumped one after another!
At that moment, the excitement was at its peak!! When we jumped out, the view was breathtaking! I couldn't even think about anything else and just kept shouting "Waaahhh!" during the free fall!! Out of nowhere, a cameraman appeared and took photos and videos of us!!
The free fall was over in an instant, but my feeling was, "Ahh, I'm alive!" It was so moving!
Once the parachute opened, we enjoyed the scenery to our heart's content!! The weather was great, and it was truly the best experience!!
After landing, we took our final thoughts on camera, and that was it!!
Afterward, we tipped the instructor (there's a personal box for that) and if asked, we wrote a message in the notebook in front of the box!
For those who requested photos and videos, as soon as you finish jumping, head to the room in front of the front desk, and your footage and photos will be playing there!! Then, you settle the payment and wait for the return bus!!
I fell asleep on the return bus too!! I didn't realize how tired I was, and after getting back to the hotel, we ended up sleeping for three hours!!
Also, since you can't predict the return bus time, I think it's best to have a flexible schedule on the day of skydiving!!
If you're someone who usually gets motion sickness, I definitely recommend taking motion sickness medication or bringing some with you. During the free fall, the instructor spins you around quite fast to make it fun! (If you're prone to motion sickness, this could be tough.) My sister was a bit anxious and asked the instructor not to spin too much at the beginning! The instructors were really kind, so if you talk to them in advance, they'll accommodate your requests! It's definitely best to voice any concerns you have!!
That said, it was truly a great experience, and even after returning to Japan, I've been laughing while watching the DVD!
I wholeheartedly believe everyone should experience this at least once before they die! It was so much fun!
ハワイ旅行にせっかく行くなら、と予約をしました!!スカイダイビング、姉妹共々初めてだったので、ワクワクドキドキと。。。
前日に朝のピックアップの時間が変更になったりで、朝6:45分には送迎のバスの中に居ました!!バスの中では書類に黙々とサインをし、(何が1番辛いってこの書類を書くのが辛かったです。)笑。
朝が早かったのでバスの中では、姉妹で爆睡でした。起きたら到着していました。到着した後は書類を提出し、そこからは自分の名前が呼ばれるまでただただ待ち続けます!笑
私たちは、同じバスで来た人たちの中でも最後のグループだったので飛ぶまでに2時間弱待ちました!!一応食べ物は売っていますが、種類はあまり多くないので自分で持って行く方が良いと思います!!
待ち時間の間(トランプ、本、ポケットWi-Fi)などを持って行くのがベストだと思います!!
いざ、自分たちの名前が呼ばれ名前のシールを貼ってもらうと担当のインストラクターの方が器具などを付けてくれます!!私たちは写真とビデオと頼んでいたので、器具を付けた後に別のカメラ担当のインストラクターの方がバシャバシャ写真とインタビューなどを撮ってくれます!
そして、いざセスナに!!(O_O)
セスナに乗って5分程で目的地に着きます!!そこからはただただ順番にバンバン落ちていきます!笑。
もうこの時は興奮度MAXです!!
いざ飛び出ると絶景!絶景!絶景!どこを見ても絶景!なんて余裕はなく、ただただ「うぁーーー!」とフリーフォール中はずっと叫んでいました!!笑。どこからともなくカメラマンさんがやってきて、写真や動画を撮ってくれます!!笑。
フリーフォールは本当にあっという間ですが、私の感想は「ああー生きてる〜〜」という感動でした♡♡!
パラシュートが開いてからは、景色を思う存分楽しみました!!お天気も良く本当に最高でした!!(^ ^)
陸に着いて、最後の感想をカメラマンさんに撮ってもらって終わりです!!
終わってからはインストラクターさんへチップを(個人の箱がある)を入れ、メッセージを書いて!とお願いされた場合は箱の前にあるノートにメッセージを書きます!
写真やビデオと頼んだ方は、飛び終わったらすぐにフロントの前の部屋に行くと、自分の映像や写真が流れています!!後はお会計をして、帰りのバスが出るまで待ちます!!
帰りのバスも爆睡でした!!思った以上に体が疲れていたのかホテルにかえってから私たちは3時間も爆睡してしまいました!!笑。
また帰りのバスの時間も読めないので、スカイダイビングの日はスケジュールに余裕を持った方が良いと思います!!
それから元々三半規管に自信がない方は酔い止めを飲んで行くか、持って行った方が絶対に良いと思います。フリーフォールの時に、インストラクターの方が楽しませてくれようとかなりの速さでぐるぐる回されます!(普段から乗り物などに酔ってしまう方はこれかなりキツイと思います)妹の方は不安だったようで、最初にインストラクターの方に、ぐるぐるはあまりしないで下さい!とお願いしていました!すごく優しいインストラクターの方々なので、事前に話をしておくと配慮してくれますよ!!不安なことは必ず言った方が良いです!!
それにしても本当に良い経験で、日本に帰ってからもDVDを見てゲラゲラ笑っています!\(^o^)/笑。
死ぬ前に一度は経験した方が良い!と心から思います!!(^ ^)(^ ^)とっても楽しかったです♪
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/26 |
Reviewed by: がみねよ
We flew together on our honeymoon.
On the first day, we couldn't fly due to bad weather and had to return, but on the second day, we were able to fly first.
The instructor, a cheerful young man, was very lively and spun us around, which made us a bit dizzy. I recommend having a light breakfast and then enjoying a snack from the lunch wagon afterward.
Above all, the driver and attendant, Masa (76 years old), was a highlight. Please sit in the front and listen to his silly stories.
Depending on the weather and the order of flights, there may be cases where you need to reschedule for the next day, so I think it's good to plan accordingly.
Hawaii is affordable for flying, so I plan to fly again when I come back. A short-sleeve shirt and shorts are perfect for comfort!
ハネムーンで、夫婦でとびました。
一日目は悪天候で飛べず帰ってきましたが、二日目は一番に飛ばせてもらえました。
インストラクターのおにいさんはとても陽気でのりのりで、ぐるんぐるんまわしてくれるので酔います。朝ごはんはほどほどに、終わってランチワゴンで、おやつがいいと思います。
なんといっても、ドライバー兼アテンダントのまささん(76才)は、ツボでした。
ぜひ、前の方に座ってしょうもないはなしをきいてあげてください。
天気や飛ぶ順番によって、翌日にリスケジュール担ってしまう場合もあるのでそれも加味して予定をくむといいと思います。
ハワイは、安く飛べるのでまた来たときには飛ぼうと思います。
半袖短パンはでよいので楽チンです!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/27 |
Reviewed by: leo
I participated in this tour because I wanted to enjoy horseback riding slowly on the North Shore for the first time. Not only did I get to ride, but I also enjoyed visiting Moanalua Gardens, Dole Plantation, Turtle Beach, and trying garlic shrimp in Haleiwa! The horseback riding through the valley was on a trail with more ups and downs than I expected, but the horses were really well-trained, and it was a 90-minute ride while enjoying the surrounding scenery. I definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to enjoy horseback riding in Oahu. If I could wish for anything, I would have liked a little more time to explore Haleiwa.
初ノースショアで乗馬もゆっくり楽しみたくてこちらのツアーに参加しました。
乗馬だけでなく、モアナルアガーデン、ドールプランテーション、海がめビーチ、ハレイワタウンでガーリックシュリンプなど、堪能できました!
渓谷乗馬は思ったよりアップダウンが激しい道でしたが、馬は本当に訓練されててまわりの景色を楽しみながらの90分でした。オアフで乗馬を楽しみたい方にはぜひオススメです。
欲を言えば、ハレイワの散策時間がもうちょっとあればよかったなぁと思います。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Candice
When we first booked this tour it was at the recommendation of my parents who had visited a few years previously. My husband and I were originally going to explore the center on our own, however, after spending an hour on the bus with Jermaine (hope I spelled that right) and learning that he was giving the tour, we decided to pay a little extra and join the tour group. Best investment we made on our vacation. Not only was Jermaine knowledgeable, friendly, and seriously hilarious, but he got us to all the shows and we saw more than if we had tried to navigate the center ourselves. Highly recommend this place to everyone, and pay the extra for a guide. Well worth it.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Candice
After spending the first couple of days in Hawaii walking everywhere, it was nice to sit and relax in the tour van and watch the island slide by out the windows. The hike through Wiamea Valley to the falls was beautiful, although I wish more plants and flowers had been in bloom. Lunch was awesome. This tour is alright, but we could easily have seen everything on our own with a car rental.
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/21 |
Reviewed by: coconuts
I had always wanted to go skydiving when I visited Hawaii, so this was a long-awaited experience for me.
A shuttle picked me up at the hotel, and it took about an hour by car on the highway. I signed the contract in the car, but when I saw the terms, I became anxious thinking, "Is it really this dangerous?!"
First, we watched a DVD for the explanation. The first group jumped relatively quickly, but due to bad weather and many clouds, we waited for about four hours. I didn't eat lunch because I didn't know when we would be able to jump, but there was a shop next door. Most people were so bored that they were sleeping.
If you're lucky, you can jump in the morning and return by noon. However, I had planned to leave around 3 PM from the beginning, so I wasn't disappointed.
Once on the plane, the jump happened in an instant. We jumped at the instructor's timing, so we fell before we even had time to feel scared. The moment of falling was so quick that I don't remember much, but I was able to see the sky from above the clouds and feel the wind, which was just exhilarating!
After the parachute opened, it was a wonderful feeling to slowly enjoy the beautiful sea, sky, and mountains.
We were supposed to jump from 4,000 meters, but due to the weather, we fell from 3,800 meters, so I got $30 back.
I gave a $20 tip to the instructor and a $5 tip to the driver on the way back.
It was an absolutely amazing experience! The moment I landed, I thought, "I want to do this again!" I looked into skydiving in Japan, but it costs about 30,000 yen, so I think experiencing it for around $200 is very cheap. I definitely want to do it again when I come to Hawaii! Next time, I plan to do it with a photographer.
ハワイに行ったらスカイダイビングがしたい!と思っていたので念願の体験でした。
ホテルまで送迎が来て、高速に乗り車で1時間くらい。車の中で契約書を書いたのですが、契約内容をみて「こんなに危険なの?!」と不安になりました。
最初にDVDで説明をみて、最初のグループは割と早く飛んだのですが、天気が悪く雲が多かったようで4時間くらい待ちました。いつ飛べるのか分からなくてお昼ご飯を食べなかったのですが、隣にお店がありました。暇すぎて寝ている人がほとんどでした。
運が良ければ朝に飛んで、午前中には帰れるみたいです。しかし、はじめから15時くらいに帰る予定だと思っていたのでがっかりはしませんでした。
飛行機に乗って飛ぶのはあっという間でした。インストラクターのタイミングで飛ぶので、怖い!と思う前に落ちます。落ちる瞬間はあっという間で、衝撃的すぎてあまり記憶はありませんが、雲より上から空をみれて、風を感じることができ、ただただ爽快感のみです!
パラシュートが開いてからは、綺麗な海と空と山をゆっくり眺めながらの飛行でとても気持ちがいいです。
4000メートルの予定でしたが、天候により3800メートルからの落下だったので30ドル帰ってきました。
インストラクターに20ドルのチップ、帰りにドライバーに5ドルのチップを渡しました。
とっても最高の経験になりました!降りた瞬間に、またやりたい!と思い、日本のスカイダイビングを調べたのですが、3万円くらいしたので、200ドル程度で体験できるのはとっても安いと思います。ハワイに来たときは絶対にまた体験したいです!次はカメラマン付きで体験しようと思います。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/06 |
Reviewed by: まっく
The weather was nice, and with calm waves, I was able to enjoy myself without getting seasick. The situation where sharks came close enough to reach out and touch was truly thrilling!
天気もよく、うそのように波のない状況で船酔いもせず楽しめました。
サメが手の届きそうなところまでせまってくる状況は、迫力満点!!
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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: | 2014/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/21 |
Reviewed by: フォレストグリーン
It's convenient to have transportation to the hotel since it's away from Waikiki. The driver's round-trip guidance was interesting and made for a fun time. I was able to inquire about any questions beforehand, which made me feel at ease for the horseback riding. My daughter had her first experience and seemed to really enjoy it. I would love to ride again if there were a course that allows for a two-hour trip and galloping. The beautiful ocean, typical of Hawaii, with sea turtles swimming around made for a blissful location.
ワイキキから離れているので宿泊ホテルまでの送迎があって便利。運転手さんの往復のガイドは面白く楽しいひと時でした。疑問に思ったところは事前に問い合わせができ安心して乗馬が出来ました。娘は初体験でしたがとても楽しかったようです。私としては2時間位遠出が出来、駈足が出来るコースがあれば又乗りたいです。ハワイらしい綺麗な海、ウミガメも泳いでいて至福のロケーションでした。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Fabes
Awesome experiemce! The food is no that good! Interesting history
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| Packages: | Prime Rib Dining, Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Mike and Bri
We went on the sunset private ride and it was amazing. My fiance and I would definitely go back here next time we're on Oahu. Our guide was very chill and the horses were gentle. The view was amazing at sunset and besides my horse stopping to eat all the bushes (that was my fault for not taking charge) everything went smoothly. 10 out of 10 would do again!
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| Packages: | Private Horseback Ride - Daytime Tours |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/19 |
Reviewed by: The Jim man
I would highly recommend taking a glider ride up on the North Shore of Oahu to everyone. It was a bucket list item for me and did not disappoint. Very professional staff and my pilot Sean was exceptional. He let me take the controls for about five minutes of the ride. The views are spectacular. Very affordable and the best 20-30 minutes you will spend in the Islands. Be sure and take a Go Pro camera or do I as did and rent one from the glider folks. I have a great DVD of my entire flight.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/23 |
Reviewed by: masa
It was a tour with my parents, and the food was delicious, and the show was fun, so I'm glad my parents seemed satisfied.
両親を連れてのツアーだったのですが、料理も美味しかったですし、ショーも楽しかったので両親も満足してくれた様で良かったです。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/17 |
Reviewed by: まいまい
The reasons I participated in this activity were to get Happy Haleiwa merchandise, see sea turtles up close, and eat rainbow shaved ice and garlic shrimp♡ I was able to achieve all of that! (∗❛ั௦❛ั∗)
The road was straightforward, making it very easy to navigate, and above all, our driver Jimmy introduced various things in Japanese, which was really great!
I learned so much about Hawaii that I didn't know before♪
At the beach, I felt relaxed watching surfers riding the waves and families enjoying the ocean. It was just so beautiful‼︎ I saw a sea turtle basking in the sun on the sandy beach, with a shell that looked like a rock♪ I was moved to see it so close! There were also so many delicious gourmet options, and I thoroughly enjoyed Haleiwa!
However, it was disappointing that traffic reduced our free time more and more ( ˚᷄⌓̉˚᷅)
But I highly recommend it!
このアクティビティに参加した理由は、ハッピーハレイワちゃんグッズをGETすること、海ガメを近くでみること、レインボーかき氷やガーリックシュリンプを食べること♡
全て実現できましたー(∗❛ั௦❛ั∗)
道も一本道なためすごくわかりやすかったのと、何より運転手であるジミーが日本語でいろいろ紹介していただいたコトがすごくよかったです!
ハワイについて初めて知ったコトばかりでした♪
ビーチは、サーファーが波乗りをしてたりファミリーが海水浴をしてたりのんびりした気持ちになれました。とにかくすごくキレイ‼︎
砂浜に、岩のような甲羅を背負った海ガメが日向ぼっこしてました♪
すごく近くでみれたので感動!
美味しいグルメもたくさんあってハレイワを堪能でしました!
ただ、渋滞するとフリータイムがどんどんけずられてしまうのが残念でした ( ˚᷄⌓̉˚᷅)
でもオススメです!
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/10 |
Reviewed by: keke
I participated with my two daughters. Unlike the cheerful atmosphere of Waikiki, I thought, "Ah, I want to live here forever!" (Though that's impossible…) It was full of nature, and we relaxed.
In Haleiwa, we had to coordinate the timing between the horseback riding group and the beach group, which resulted in about 30 minutes in the morning and a 40-minute break after riding. It's a shame we couldn't explore the town slowly. However, we were able to have lunch at Mackey's.
For horseback riding, we had to wait about 40 minutes during the lunch break with the riding club members…? My daughter, who is usually scared of dogs, managed to ride without any issues and followed at the back. However, my horse, perhaps due to compatibility issues, kept trying to bite my feet and lower its head to eat grass, making me almost fall off!!!
娘二人との参加です。ワイキキのうきうきした雰囲気とは違い、ああここに永住したい! (無理ですが…)自然いっぱいで、のんびりしましたl
ハレイハ、乗馬渓谷組と海辺組の時間合わせで 午前30分と 乗馬後40分位?の休憩とな りました。ゆっくり町を見られなかったのが残念"(-""-)" でもマッキーズのお店で
ランチは出来ましたね。
乗馬は、乗馬クラブの方たちがランチ休憩で40分ほど待つことに…?
犬も怖い娘も難なく乗り 最後尾をついていったのですが 道草大好きな
馬ちゃん達で 私の馬は相性なのか、足を噛みにきたり芝を食べようと
頭を下げてしまい 落ちまーす!!!
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Amy Z
Really enjoyed our scenic ride along the beautiful beach of the North Shore! Had a friendly, knowledgeable instructor who made the ride fun with interesting local facts. Would definitely do it again!
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| Packages: | Standard Daytime Horseback Rides |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Geoff & Louise Davis
We attended this trip in September 2014, & from the start the staff were fun, knowledgeable & helpful. The sea was a bit choppy as we had the 10-00 am trip, but with Gravol inside, no issues here.
The ocean was crystal clear. the cage was a bit buffeted, due to waves, but this did not spoil our enjoyment of seeing sharks at close quarters, in their environment.
We saw around 15 sharks, & thought this was brilliant. would highly recommend.
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/04 |
Reviewed by: よしやん
It was quite scary when one person after another fell, but once I started flying, the excitement was incredible and I had a lot of fun. The only downside was that the buckle in the crotch area hit my testicles through my pants and it was painful, but overall, the people who jumped with me and the cameraman were cheerful and made it enjoyable.
一人また一人と落ちて行った時はかなり怖かったですが、飛んでからは興奮の方が凄くて、楽しかったです。ただ股の所の留め具がズボン越しに睾丸に当たって痛かったのが唯一の汚点ですが、全体的には一緒に飛んでくれる人もカメラマンも陽気で楽しませてくれました。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/09 |
Reviewed by: ケンケンパパ
After reading this experience, I mustered the courage to sign up, and it was definitely the right decision. Normally, I can't handle roller coasters and I have a fear of heights, but this was completely different. I believe the sense of security I felt came from reading this review, which made me feel no fear at all.
Since I opted for a rental car instead of shuttle service, I arrived after 9 AM and found that the group with shuttle service had already arrived, so I had to wait until about 10:30 for my dive. During that time, we only watched a simple DVD, which might seem a bit lackluster, but I knew from this review that such a level of knowledge was sufficient, so I didn't feel anxious.
When it was finally my turn to board the plane and dive, I was filled with excitement. Since I was last in line on the plane, I had the chance to enjoy the scenery and watch others jump out. At the moment of the dive, I was instructed to lift my chin and was pushed back, so I didn't look down when I jumped. I didn't feel the fear of jumping into empty space; it felt like an immediate experience of weightlessness from free-falling.
I signed up for the DVD and photos as an additional option, but unfortunately, none of the photos were taken, so I deducted one star. Additionally, the cameraman came close during the free fall and held my hand for a while, which prevented me from seeing the surrounding scenery, which was a bit disappointing.
After the parachute opened, the cameraman needed to land first to capture the scenery and our landing moment, so we descended slowly.
On a windy day, there might be severe swaying, but the descent was at a level of rolling for the sake of the view and a bit of thrill, so I didn't experience any motion sickness.
Regarding tips, after landing, we were immediately taken to the tip box area, where we were prompted to pay tips into boxes for each instructor and cameraman. I think it’s better to pay the cameraman's tip after checking the photos and video, unlike the instructor. In the viewing room, we watched the footage, and then paid for the options at the counter, where I was informed that no photos were taken. Since multiple people's data was displayed in the viewing room, I thought mine was just not playing, but I learned at the final payment that there was a shooting error. It would be wise to confirm that before heading to the tip box area. I ended up tipping generously in my high spirits after landing, but later felt I had overpaid the cameraman.
If you go by rental car, you can complete your payment and leave right away, but those with shuttle service seemed to wait around after their dive until the bus to Waikiki, which only departs once a day after 12 PM. To make the most of your time, it’s best to go by rental car and enter around 8:30 AM before the shuttle group arrives.
この体験談を見て勇気をだして申し込みましたが、大正解でした。
普段はジェッタコースター系も乗れないし、高所恐怖症でもあったのですが、
これは全くの別物でした。
この安心感もほぼこの体験談を読んでいたことで、全く恐怖感を感じなかったからだと思います。
送迎なしにしてレンタカーで行きましたので、9時過ぎに到着し、既にバス送迎付組が到着していたので、その後でのダイブとなりましから10時半ごろまで待ちました。
その間簡単なDVDを見るだけでしたので、いい加減に感じるところかもしれませんが
この体験談で、そんな知識レベルで十分であることを知っていましたので、不安に感じませんでした。
いざ順番になり飛行機に乗り込みダイブするまで、どちらかというとワクワク感でいっぱいでした。その機内での順番が最後だったので、ゆっくり景色を見たり、どんどん飛び出していくのを見てからでした。ダイブの瞬間は顎を上にあげるようにと、おでこを後ろに押されるので、下を見ていない瞬間に飛び出すので、何もない空間に飛び出す恐怖も感じることはなく、いきなりフリーフォールによる無重力体験のようでした。
追加オプションでDVDと写真を申し込んだのですが、残念ながらその写真が全く撮れていなかったので★を1つマイナスとしました。
また、そのカメラマンがフリーフォール中に近づいてきて、しばらくの間手をつないでくるのですが、そのことで周りの景色が見れなかったのも少し残念です。
パラシュートを開いてからは、景色を見せるためや、こちらの着地の瞬間を撮影するためにカメラマンを先に着地させる必要があるので、ゆっくりと降下していきます。
おそらく風の強い日だと横揺れがひどいのかもしれませんが、景色のためと少しのスリルのためにローリングしながらの降下というレベルでしたので、乗り物酔いという感覚は出ませんでした。
■チップについて
着地後は、すぐにチップ箱コーナーに連れて行かれ、インストラクター及びカメラマンのところの各人の名前の箱にチップの支払いを促されますが、インストラクターは別として、カメラマンのチップの支払いは、写真とビデオの確認してからでいいと思います。
試写室で映像を見てその後カウンターでオプションの代金支払いとなりますが、その時に写真が撮れていなかったと説明されました。試写室では複数の人のデータが次々映し出されますので、自分のものが再生されていないだけで撮れている思っていましたが、最後の受付での支払い時に撮影ミスと説明されましたので、そこを確認してからチップ箱コーナーに行き、支払うほうが賢明です。
自分は、着地後のハイテンションのままチップをはずんだのですが、後からカメラマンに対しては払いすぎたと感じてしまいました。
チップコーナーには連れて行かれますが、すぐにその場を離れていきますので、ゆっくり後からでも支払いはできます。
■レンタカーで行くとすぐに支払完了で帰れますが、バス送迎付組は早く来てもダイブ後は1日1回の12時過ぎのワイキキ方面バスが出るまで退屈そうに待っていました。
時間を有効に使うにはレンタカーで行き、バス送迎付組組到着前の8時半ごろエントリーがベストでないでしょうか。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/18 |
Reviewed by: 彩り夏子
I heard it's a really great facility, so I participated in the deluxe option to watch the show from a nice seat.
The guide who showed us around the park was a student from a neighboring university. I was surprised to hear that most of the people performing in the show are also students. Honestly, I could feel a difference in energy depending on the guide... (laughs)
I also recommend participating in the backstage tour, where you can see the rehearsal scenes and the costume room before the show! The show from the third row was absolutely amazing! After it ended, I was able to take photos with the dancers!
On the bus ride there, the guide provided continuous sightseeing information, making it a fun tour all the way!
とってもいい施設だと聞き
ちょっといい席でショーを見ようとデラックスで参加しました。
園内を案内してくださるガイドの方は隣の大学の学生さんたち
ショーに出る人のほとんどもそうだと聞き、驚きでした。
正直、ガイドさんによってテンションの差は感じました。。。笑
ショーの前にリハーサル風景や衣裳部屋などバックステージツアーに参加するのもおすすめです!
3列目でのショーは見ごたえ抜群!終わった後はダンサーさんと写真を撮ったりできました!
行きのバスでもガイドさんがずーーーーと観光案内をしてくれていて
行くまでの楽しいツアーです♪
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/16 |
Reviewed by: 彩り夏子
This was my third time in Hawaii, and I finally got to go skydiving! It was incredibly fun!!!
I filled out the paperwork in the car and then fell asleep until we arrived at the center. Once we got there, we watched a safety video and waited for our turn. When I requested photos, a photographer joined us and started filming even before we jumped. (They can take both photos and videos.)
We took a small plane and went higher than I expected, and then we dropped in an instant. It's a shame that there weren't many photos with me looking at the camera, as I couldn't see where the photographer was. But the guide was definitely looking at the camera, which was funny.
Once the parachute opened, there was a detailed explanation of what we could see, and the beautiful scenery spread out before us.
After landing, they showed the videos in order, and my friends and I had a good laugh while waiting for the footage. After checking the video, I decided to buy it too! (But in the end, I just got the photos.)
We had to wait until noon for the return bus, so there was quite a bit of waiting time, but it was enjoyable to watch others jump and land♪
If I have the chance to go again, I would definitely like to participate!
3度目のハワイにして念願のスカイダイビング!
すごくすごく楽しかったです!!!
車の中で書類を書き、あとはセンターに着くまで爆睡。。。
着いてからは安全に関するビデオを見て、順番を待ちました。
写真を頼むとカメラマンがついて、飛ぶ前からビデオをとってくれます。
(写真だけでもビデオもとってくれます)
ちっちゃい飛行機で思った以上に高いところまでいき
あ!っという間に落ちます。
カメラマンがどこか分からず、カメラ目線の写真が少ないのが残念。
でもガイドのおじちゃまはしっかりカメラ目線でした笑
パラシュートが開いてからはどこに何が見えるのか丁寧な説明もあったり
とにかく綺麗な景色が広がります。
着陸してからは順番にビデオの上映がされるので映像を待ち、友達と爆笑。
映像を確認してから、やっぱりビデオも買う!とできるようです。
(でも結局写真だけにしました)
12時にならないと帰りのバズが出ないので待ち時間はかなりありますが
ほかの人が飛んでいったり、降りてくるのを見ているのも楽しいです♪
また行く機会があれば、ぜひ参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/18 |
Reviewed by: MATSUOKA
It's simply wonderful!! I wasn't scared at all. Even those who are afraid of heights will have their fears blown away by the amazing views. The scenery is truly breathtaking, and it liberates both body and mind; it was the best experience of my life.
Also, the instructors (Montana) and the photographer (Maynard) on the day were very friendly and reliable. The staff worked well as a team. The Japanese guide was also kind.
The photos and videos are truly fantastic, so I definitely recommend purchasing them as a package for those who will be flying. If you say a few words with a smile to the photographer in advance and express your preferences for angles, I feel they might provide a little extra service. That was my experience. Just a tip!
素晴らしいの一言です!!私はまったくこわくなかったです。高いところが恐い人も、景色の素晴らしさに恐怖が吹き飛ぶと思います。本当に素晴らしい景色ですし、身も心も解放されます、人生で一番の経験でした。
また当日のインストラクター(Montanaさん)とカメラマン(Maynardさん)がとてもフレンドリーで頼もしいです。スタッフのチームプレーがうまく取れてる感じでした。日本語ガイドさんも親切です。
そして写真、ビデオも本当に素晴らしい内容なので、飛ばれる方は絶対セットで購入されることをお勧めします。
あらかじめカメラマンに一言ふたこと笑顔で声をかけて、写真のアングルとか要望すれば少し奮発サービスしてくれる気がします。私がそうでした。ご参考までに!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Roxanne
This was one of the most exciting experiences of my life. Its hard to put into words the beauty and grace of the sharks I saw. Knowing I was completely safe made the experience all the better. Russell my driver had some wonderful information about the island and was a joy to talk to during the drive. I have recommended this adventure to everyone I talked to. Definitely would do this again.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Shark Cage Dive with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/09 |
Reviewed by: Betty
This was a great tour. Our tour guy, I believe his name is Sam was very helpful and funny. Sam was also very knowledgeable and he made the tour a memorable experience for us. We like the fact that we get to plan out our activities and get to see couple places at North Shore. The only suggestion that we think can improve for the tour is the activities in the afternoon. There wasn't a lot of options in the afternoon activities like in the morning. Overall, we enjoyed the tour very much.
Aloha Betty,
Mahalo for your review and to make suggestions on how we can improve. This is essential to make guest's experience even better. We will think about ways to try to incorporate more activities to the pm break. Alooooha!
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| Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/28 |
Reviewed by: ゆかぷりる
We participated at the end of August with our 3-year-old and 1-year-old. We rode in a van with three families, a total of 12 people. The air conditioning in the vehicle was comfortable.
The guide was Japanese, so everything was in Japanese.
I was thrilled to see the trees, and at the Dole Plantation, the kids were excited to ride the pineapple train. We were on the train for about 30 minutes, which felt quite long.
They mentioned we might not see any turtles, but we were able to see a few swimming turtles, which got my 3-year-old daughter excited. For lunch, we had shrimp from Markey's! It was delicious! The Matsumoto Shave Ice was super crowded, but it was definitely tasty!
It was a tour that I can confidently recommend to my satisfied friends. Thank you!
3歳と1歳の子連れで8月末に参加させていただきました。
バンに乗って3家族、全員で12人とかだったかな?車内はエアコンも効いて快適でした。
ガイドさんは日本人なのでもちろん日本語。
木を見れたのも感激でしたし、ドールでは子供はウキウキしながらパイナップル列車に乗りました。が、30分列車には乗ったかな?結構長いです。
カメは見れないかも、とのことでしたが、泳いでいるカメを数匹見れて、3歳の娘も興奮していました。
お昼はマーキーズのエビ!おいしい!
まつもとシェイブアイス、激混みだったけど、確かにおいしい!
と満足な友人にも自信をもってオススメできるツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | パイナップル列車プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/28 |
Reviewed by: アテンディン
Horseback riding on the North Shore was truly amazing. The only downside was the driver's poor attitude. I was told the car's air conditioning was not working well, but it was completely ineffective, making the environment inside the car terrible. I believe proper maintenance is the bare minimum of good manners. If you're in the service industry, I expect a proper response.
ノースショアでの乗馬は、本当に最高でした。ただただ残念なのが運転手の愛想が悪かったことが残念です。車のエアコンの調子が悪いと言われていたが…全然エアコンが効いておらず車内の環境は、最悪でした。ちゃんとメンテナンスをしておくことが最低限のマナーだと思いますよ。客商売ならきちんとした対応を望みます。
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/05 |
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You can do anything on your own if that's what you want to do. But then you would have had to drive for 8 hours (paying close attention to the worst traffic in the nation), instead of enjoying the views and just relax. You would have had to rent a car for the whole day, you would have had to pay your own entry fees to the visited locations, you would have had to pay for your own lunch at Fumis and stand in line for it yourself instead of being served, you would have had to buy a guide book and study it to know where to go, you would have had to have someone read out aloud all the interesting facts about our islands natural history, just like our trained guide did for you for 8 hrs. We agree with you that the tour is beautiful and awesome. Plus, we fully delivered what we promised and if you add up all these extra expenses and inconvenience you would have had to encounter had you chosen to drive yourself, you would have lost money and comfort instead of gaining. Aloha!