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We had family visiting from the mainland, so we went for a ride along the beach and had an absolutely fabulous time!

I went to enjoy the meal and the show. The show was really great, and I was moved! The dinner was a buffet style, but there weren't many options, which was a bit disappointing...

The tour staff only takes you to the park, and there is no accompaniment inside the park, so you have free time. However, there are staff members who speak Japanese inside the park, so those who don't understand English can feel at ease.

食事とショーを楽しみに行きました。
ショーはとっても良くて、感動しました！
ディナーがビュッフェタイプだったのですが、あまり種類が無く
ちょっと期待はずれ。。。

ツアースタッフはパークに送るだけで、パーク内の同伴は無く、自由行動になります。
ですが、パーク内は日本語が話せるスタッフがいるので、英語が分からない方でも安心ですね。

On the last day of our honeymoon, we decided to try skydiving. We took a bus from our hotel to the diving point. During the ride, we had to sign several waivers stating that we would take full responsibility for anything that happened. It's important to be careful not to get car sick during this time. If there are any mistakes in the paperwork, you will be the last to jump, so be cautious about that.

Upon arrival, those who completed their paperwork correctly get priority in the lineup. We met our foreign instructor, who helped us put on the harness and equipment. My instructor was kind and explained everything clearly using some Japanese words.

Since we opted for photos and videos, a cameraman also joined us on the Cessna. As we ascended higher and higher, my excitement grew.

Once we reached the target altitude, it was finally time to dive. The moment I jumped is still vividly etched in my memory. After the parachute opened, the instructor made some turns, which surprisingly made me feel a bit nauseous. But we landed safely. It all happened so quickly, but it was the best experience.

Afterward, I tipped the instructor and the cameraman $20 each and checked the completed photos and videos. I decided to purchase both as a once-in-a-lifetime keepsake. The total cost was about 20,000 yen for one person.

Even after I finished my jump, we couldn't leave until everyone who came on the bus had completed their jumps. We had to wait for about three hours, which was a bit tough.

Overall, I was very satisfied. It's a memory of a lifetime and something to brag about, so I highly recommend it.

新婚旅行の最終日のオプションでスカイダイビングに挑戦しました。宿泊ホテルから迎えのバスでダイビングポイントへ。車中で「何があっても責任は自分にあります。」的な誓約書を何枚も書かされます。その際、車酔いしないように注意が必要です。この書類記入に漏れがあると飛ぶのが1番後回しにされるのでこれも注意。
到着し、書類記入合格者優先で順番がまわってきます。相棒となる外国人インストラクターと合流し、ハーネスやら器具を装着します。自分の担当の方は親切で、日本語の単語を使ってわかりやすく説明してくれました。
写真とビデオをオプションで付けたので、カメラマンも同行でセスナ機に乗り込みます。どんどん地上から離れていくだけで興奮してきます。
目標高度まで着いていよいよダイブ。飛び降りる瞬間の光景は今でも目に焼き付いています。パラシュートが開いてからインストラクターが気を利かせてか、旋回させます。それが思いのほか気持ち悪くなりました。そして無事着地。あっという間です。でも最高の体験です。
その後、インストラクター、カメラマンに20ドルずつチップBOXにチップを入れ、完成した写真とビデオを確認します。一生に一度の記念にどちらも購入しました。1人合計で2万くらいです。
自分が飛び終わってもバスで一緒にきた人たち全員が飛び終わるまでは帰れません。ひたすら待機です。私たちは3時間くらい待ちました。その点がしんどかったです。
全体的には満足でした。一生の思い出、一生の自慢になりますのでオススメです。

On the last day of our honeymoon, we decided to try skydiving. We took a bus from our hotel to the diving point. During the ride, we had to sign several waivers stating, "I take full responsibility for anything that happens." It's important to be careful not to get car sick during this process. If there are any mistakes in the paperwork, you will be the last to jump, so pay attention to that.

Upon arrival, those who completed their paperwork correctly get priority in line. We met our foreign instructor, who helped us put on the harness and equipment. My instructor was kind and explained everything clearly using some Japanese words.

Since we opted for photos and videos, a cameraman joined us on the Cessna. The excitement grew as we climbed higher and higher away from the ground. Once we reached the target altitude, it was finally time to dive. The moment I jumped is still vividly etched in my memory. After the parachute opened, the instructor, perhaps being considerate, made us spin. That unexpectedly made me feel a bit nauseous. But we landed safely. It was over in an instant, but it was the best experience.

Afterward, I tipped the instructor and the cameraman $20 each and checked the completed photos and videos. I purchased both as a once-in-a-lifetime keepsake. The total cost for one person was about $200.

Even after I finished my jump, we couldn't leave until everyone who came on the bus had completed theirs. We had to wait for about three hours, which was a bit tiring.

Overall, I was satisfied. It’s a memory for a lifetime and something to brag about, so I highly recommend it.

新婚旅行の最終日のオプションでスカイダイビングに挑戦しました。宿泊ホテルから迎えのバスでダイビングポイントへ。車中で「何があっても責任は自分にあります。」的な誓約書を何枚も書かされます。その際、車酔いしないように注意が必要です。この書類記入に漏れがあると飛ぶのが1番後回しにされるのでこれも注意。
到着し、書類記入合格者優先で順番がまわってきます。相棒となる外国人インストラクターと合流し、ハーネスやら器具を装着します。自分の担当の方は親切で、日本語の単語を使ってわかりやすく説明してくれました。
写真とビデオをオプションで付けたので、カメラマンも同行でセスナ機に乗り込みます。どんどん地上から離れていくだけで興奮してきます。
目標高度まで着いていよいよダイブ。飛び降りる瞬間の光景は今でも目に焼き付いています。パラシュートが開いてからインストラクターが気を利かせてか、旋回させます。それが思いのほか気持ち悪くなりました。そして無事着地。あっという間です。でも最高の体験です。
その後、インストラクター、カメラマンに20ドルずつチップBOXにチップを入れ、完成した写真とビデオを確認します。一生に一度の記念にどちらも購入しました。1人合計で2万くらいです。
自分が飛び終わってもバスで一緒にきた人たち全員が飛び終わるまでは帰れません。ひたすら待機です。私たちは3時間くらい待ちました。その点がしんどかったです。
全体的には満足でした。一生の思い出、一生の自慢になりますのでオススメです。

It was a pleasant experience to ride horses slowly along the beach. I was a bit nervous since it was my first time riding, but the two female instructors were kind and guided me well. In the end, I felt a sense of unity with the horse! It became a valuable experience.

浜辺をゆっくり乗馬する気持ちの良い体験でした。初めての乗馬で緊張気味だったけど、女性二人のインストラクターが優しく指導してくれ、最後は馬との一体感も感じられたような！？貴重な体験になりました。

I drove to Polo Club by rental car, but I missed the sign and almost entered a different riding club next door, which was a close call. I was prepared based on everyone's posts, but I found that no one spoke Japanese at all. However, a kind female staff member explained everything to me multiple times, so it was okay. There was no practice or anything; we just started right away, and I was nervous at first, but the horses were very gentle, and I got used to it quickly. I thought everything would be along the coast, but we also went through some grassy areas, so I think it's better for those who are concerned to wear long pants. Walking by the seaside was truly pleasant, like a scene from a movie. I wished I had more time by the sea, but I learned that this company is the only one that allows you to walk along the coast, so I had a valuable riding experience and really enjoyed it.

ポロクラブまでレンタカーで行きましたが、看板に気づかずに通り過ぎてしまい、
隣の違う乗馬クラブに入りそうになって危なかったです。
みなさんの投稿で覚悟はしていましたが、日本語は全く通じません。
でも、現地スタッフの女性が優しく何度も説明してくれるので大丈夫でした。
練習もなにもなく、いきなりスタートで最初は緊張しましたが、とてもおとなしい馬ばかりですぐに慣れました。
全部が海沿いなのかと思っていましたが、途中草むらの中も入ったりしたので、気になる人は長ズボンの方がいいと思います。
海辺を歩いている時は本当に気持ちよく、映画のワンシーンのようでした。
もっともっと海辺の時間が欲しかったですが、海沿いを歩けるのはこちらの会社だけとのことで、貴重な乗馬体験ができて楽しかったです。

Although the clouds rolled in and it was crowded, resulting in a long wait time of about four hours, I was so excited that I forgot all about it in an instant. Unfortunately, the camera of the photographer who accompanied me was malfunctioning, so we couldn't capture any photos while flying, but the video turned out well, so I purchased it. I was able to enjoy the scenery while flying, and even though it was scary, I felt it was worth it. I had some trouble with ear equalization, so my ears hurt for a while afterward, and I felt a bit nauseous, but I am filled with the desire to do it again.

雲がかかってしまったり、混んでたのもあって、待ち時間が4時間とかなり長かったですが、そんなことも一瞬で忘れてしまうほどに大興奮しました。
残念ながら、私についてくれたカメラマンのカメラの調子が悪く、飛んでいる時の写真が撮れなかったのですが、ビデオは良く撮れていたので購入しました。
飛んでいる間もしっかり景色を楽しむこともでき、怖かったけどやってよかったと思います。
耳抜きがうまくできなかったので、終わってからもしばらく耳が痛かったのと、少しだけ気持ち悪くなってしまいましたが、またやりたい気持ちでいっぱいです。

I had run out of ideas for activities in Hawaii for this trip. Just before the departure date, I discovered this plan! Once I found it, I really wanted to try it, so I signed up immediately! Without hesitation, I registered here, and there were no issues with the pickup and transportation. All the instructors were foreigners, but I was able to understand them well with their broken Japanese and gestures. The weather was great on the day, and I had the best "dive" experience!

ハワイのアクティビティも思い浮かばなくなっていた今回の旅行。
出発日ギリギリでしたが、このプランを発見！そうとなればどうしても飛んでみたくなり、即申込み！
迷うことなく、こちらに申込みましたがピックアップから送迎までなんの問題もありません。
また、インストラクターは全て外人ではありましたが、カタコトの日本語と身振り手振りで充分理解できました。
当日は天気も良く最高の「ダイブ」を体験出来ました！

The horses were very well trained, and I was able to enjoy horseback riding with peace of mind. The children who participated with us seemed to have a great time, and I can recommend this to families as well. The trip to the North Shore was not a hassle at all, and the stop at Dole and the interesting trees along the way were unexpectedly enjoyable.

馬の調教がとてもよくされており、安心して乗馬を楽しむことが出来ました。
一緒に参加したお子さんもとても楽しそうで、家族の方々にもおすすめできます。
気になっていたノースショアへの移動も全然苦にならず、途中のドールも気になる木もなにげに楽しかったです。

Disappointed in our seats for the night show. We booked this so far in advanced and got lousy seats.

The rest of the facility was nice.

Awesome!!!!! Can't wait to do it again, fantastic scenery, crew and experience. Would have loved to have been able to just kept going up and jumping again and again and again

I had a great time riding horses for the first time! Everyone at the riding club was very kind, and I would love to participate again. However, it mentioned exploring the North Shore, but in reality, we only went to one recommended garlic shrimp restaurant by the guide. Perhaps because it was the same as the valley tour, we had quite a bit of free time during the seaside tour. We went to the beach, but there was nothing to do, and in the end, I was surprised to be kept waiting at Turtle Bay Hotel... I would have preferred to have some free time on the North Shore instead. Also, we were told that we couldn't carry our bags while riding and couldn't leave them on the bus, which left everyone in a difficult situation. I wish this had been mentioned.

はじめての乗馬でとても楽しかったです！！乗馬クラブの方はみな親切でまた参加したいと思いました。しかし、ノースショアの散策とありましたが実際にはガイドさんがおすすめのガーリックシュリンプのお店一軒行ったのみでした。渓谷の方と同じだからか時間調整のために海辺ツアーのわたしたちはかなり時間を持て余しました。海によったりしましたが何もない状況で海にいってもすることもなく、最終的にはタートルベイホテルでまたされてびっくりしました…それならノースショアで自由行動させてもらったりしたかったです。また乗馬では荷物を持てないしバスにも置けないと言われて全員困っていました。記載して欲しかったです。

We chose this ride/trail to see a different side to the North Shore (in comparison to Turtle Bay) AND we'd heard great things about the tour guides and horses - we weren't let down - it was GREAT FUN and we LOVED IT!!!! Highly recommend...

Great and relaxing ride near the ocean. Lovely guide. We would do it again.

This was my first skydiving experience after turning 40.

First, the staff member on the bus across from us, I really liked him. His stories were so unique that I gradually lost my sense of fear.

Honestly, I was quite nervous.

Since it was tandem, I just went with the flow, but as mentioned in other experiences, the first seven seconds felt like I was going to die. Once I went into a dive, my mouth went "Gua!" and after the parachute opened, it felt amazing.

I think it would be tough to jump alone, but I also had a desire for freedom.

The magnificent scenery of Hawaii surely takes away your anxiety. I used to love extreme activities, but recently I've been scared of flying.

That's how it is.

I highly recommend jumping from 4000 meters instead of just 2000 meters.

40過ぎて初の空体験です。
まず、お向かいのバスのスタッフのおじいちゃん。
大好きです。
話がとてもとてもユニークでいつの間にか恐怖感がなくなっていました。

正直かなりビビってました。

タンデムなのでもう成り行きでいたが、他の体験談にも書いてあるように、落ちて７秒くらいは死ぬ思いでした。
エビぞりになってからは口が「グアッ」っとなり、パラシュートが開いてからすっごく気持ちよかったです。

たぶん一人で落下は厳しいですが、自由になりたい気持ちもありました。

ハワイの雄大な景色が不安を取ってくれるのでしょう。
昔は無茶が大好きでしたが、最近は飛行機も怖い。

それがこの通りです。

ぜひ２千メートルなんて言わずに4000メートルからおちてください。

お薦めです。

My girlfriend and I decided to do this as a spur of the moment adventure and it was well worth it. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable about the sharks we would be seeing. The boat fit 16 people so we were split into two groups of 8 that took turns going into the cage. The cage was large and was able to fit 8 people comfortably. The instant I went underwater there were three sharks just swimming right by the cage. We ended up seeing about 6-8 different sharks and it was a surreal experience. I would highly recommend this trip!

I participated in the "Deluxe" course for the first time during the 50th anniversary campaign. The food was just okay, but the pineapple was very delicious since it was in season. The guide encouraged us to eat as soon as we arrived, and it was true that it gradually got crowded, leading to a line for entry.

I was able to watch the show from the fourth row, and the performers' energy was conveyed really well, making it a lot of fun. The final fire dance was also wonderful. The ice during the intermission was available for $5.

If it were a little closer to Waikiki...

50周年記念キャンペーンにて「デラックス」コースに初めて参加しました。
食事に関しては、まぁまぁでした。パイナップルは、旬のためたいへん美味しかったです。ガイドさんから到着したらすぐ食事するように促されましたが、確かにだんだん混んできて入場するのに行列になってました。

ショーは前から4列めで鑑賞でき、演者さんの迫力が伝わってきてたいへん楽しめました。ラストのファイヤーダンスも素晴らしかったです。
幕間のアイスは5ドルの有料でした。

もう少しワイキキに近ければ…

Our driver AC was great recommend excursion learned a lot great views

I was so scared but it was amazing!! The staff was so funny and so great!! The boat ride alone was so beautiful!! It's a beautiful location!! So many sharks!! They were all around a us!! It was amazing! I highly recommend motion sickness aides if your not use to the boat rocking!! It was a tour I would visit again!!

This was the most trilling adventure I have ever done!! I highly recommend it!! My son and I had the time of our lives!! The staff was great and the sights were amazing!! So breathtaking!! I was so scared however it was amazing! I will so be coming again!!

I so so so recommend the Surf Bus!! It was one of the best ways to see and experience North Shore! The driver was the best! He have great information and was so funny!! The paddle board was amazing, waterfall beautiful and the beach with snorkeling just awesome!! I recommend wearing water shoes as the rocks can be a little hard on your feet...(waterfall and snorkeling areas) Hands down best your we took!

Skydiving was amazing! The panoramic view of Hawaii from above was incredibly beautiful! The diver was kind and made me feel safe, so I had no worries at all! I definitely want to do this again when I come back to Hawaii!
The shuttle car was quite bumpy, so be careful if you get motion sickness...
Also, the time between jumping and the shuttle pickup was long, so I recommend bringing some snacks!
The scenery was truly breathtaking!
Thank you!

スカイダイビング最高でした！上からパノラマで見るハワイはとっても美しいかった！ダイバーさんも親切で安心感があり不安に思うことはありませんでした！ぜひまたハワイに来た際にはお願いします！！
送迎の車は揺れが激しいので、車酔いに注意かな…
あとは飛んでから送迎してくれるまでの時間が長いので、何か食べ物を持っていくことをオススメします！
本当に最高の景色でした！
ありがとう！

I participated alone.
There were many women who also joined alone, so I didn't feel embarrassed about participating by myself.
When jumping from the sky, I didn't feel scared at all. It was a refreshing feeling.
As for advice, I think it's better to keep photos and videos.
The price is on the higher side, but you won't regret it.

一人で参加しました。
女性でも一人で参加の方も多く、逆に一人での参加も恥ずかしくありませんでした。笑
上空から飛び降りる時は、全く怖くありません。清々しい気持ちです。
アドビスとしては、写真やビデオは残しておいた方がいいと思います。
価格は高めですが、後悔はしないはずです。

I participated alone.
There were many women participating alone as well, so I didn't feel embarrassed about being there by myself.
When jumping from the sky, I didn't feel scared at all. It was a refreshing feeling.
As for advice, I think it's a good idea to keep photos and videos.
The price is on the higher side, but you won't regret it.

一人で参加しました。
女性でも一人で参加の方も多く、逆に一人での参加も恥ずかしくありませんでした。笑
上空から飛び降りる時は、全く怖くありません。清々しい気持ちです。
アドビスとしては、写真やビデオは残しておいた方がいいと思います。
価格は高めですが、後悔はしないはずです。

wonderful experience upgraded to ultimate package well worth the extra $$$

The show was impressive and deluxe, and I was able to see well from the front seats, which was great. However, the food was not to my taste, even though it was deluxe, and the menu was not good.

Additionally, the attitude of the guide was too rude, which ruined my mood and made it difficult to enjoy the show and the meal. I arrived at the meeting place before the designated time, but the guide was already there. The guide angrily said that the meeting time had already passed, so I showed my watch, as there were two of us, and said that the time had not yet passed. The guide insisted that according to my watch, it was past the time and that customers were supposed to gather 10 minutes early, speaking in a commanding tone. When I said I hadn’t heard that, the guide ignored me and again ordered me to present the participation application form.

Even after getting on the bus and arriving, I felt unwell and could not enjoy myself at all. This left me with an unpleasant memory of fun Honolulu. I will not participate again and do not recommend it.

ショーの内容は迫力があり、デラックスで席も前の方でよく見ることが出来良かったです。ただ、バイキンの食事はデラックスでも口に合わず、メニューもよくないです。
また、迎いのガイドの態度が悪過ぎで気分を害し、ショーや食事を楽しめなかったです。
集合時間より前に集合場所に到着したが、すでにガイドがいた。そのガイドもう集合時間は過ぎている、と怒りながら言ったので、こちらは2人いたので、2人の時計を見せ、まだ時間は過ぎていないと言った。すると、ガイドは私の時計では過ぎていると言い、そもそも客は10分前には集合することになっている。と命令口調で言ったので、そんなことは聞いていないと言うと、無視し、参加申込書をだしてとまた命令口調で言った。
その後、バスに乗っても到着しても気分が悪く、全く楽しめなかった。楽しいホノルルの嫌な思い出として残った。
二度と参加しませんし、お勧めしません。

It took quite a while to arrive at the Polynesian Cultural Center, but the bus guide shared various stories, including jokes, which made it enjoyable.

The buffet had a variety of options and was delicious! Personally, I thought the desserts were great. The show afterward was incredibly impressive, far surpassing any hula dance shows I've seen before! I highly recommend seeing it at least once.

I apologize for being the last to board the bus both going and returning, which caused a slight delay.

ポリネシア文化センターへ到着するまで結構時間がかかりましたが、バスガイドさん（？）が冗談も含めて色々話をしてくれたので、楽しかったです。

ビュッフェは色々ありましたが、おいしかったです！個人的にはデザートがGoodでした。その後のショーは今までみたフラダンスのショーの比にならずとっても見応えのあるショーでした！一度はぜひ見てみる事をおすすめします。

行きも帰りもバスへ乗り込みのが最後で少し遅れてしまいすみませんでした。

It was an incredibly fun and happy time. I was amazed by the breathtaking views and the skydiving experience!! The instructors were all veterans, so I felt safe and enjoyed myself.

If I ever go to Hawaii again, I will definitely go skydiving once more!

最高に楽しく幸せな時間でした。絶景と空中遊泳に感激！！
インストラクターさんもみなさん、ベテランで安心して楽しめました。

いつかまたハワイに行ったらもう一度、スカイダイビングしちゃいます！

Overall, the sky is amazing. However, I ended up feeling unwell (~_~;) After flying, I experienced nausea and dizziness! This time, about 20 people flew at the same time, and only two of us felt sick... I was one of them. But the sky is truly wonderful. Everyone should try flying at least once.

Now, regarding the passage of time, we went to the site by rental car, but since we arrived after the tour, we had to fill out paperwork afterward and ended up waiting about two and a half hours before flying. It seems that during busy seasons, the wait can be even longer. Therefore, if you're going by rental car, it's better to arrive before the tour groups show up. They say to arrive by 8:30, but I think getting there before 7:30 would allow you to fly sooner.

At the site, there's an 80-year-old man named Masa who manages the Japanese guests. However, since he also handles the tour pickups, there are no Japanese speakers around during that time. If you’re told to wait by the foreign girl at the reception, you might end up waiting over an hour without being called. So, I think it's better to speak up, even with broken English, and push your way in.

The order in which you fly is mostly determined by the order in which you submit your paperwork, so once you arrive, make sure to get the forms and fill them out. As long as you're feeling well, I think it will be a fantastic experience. Oh, and don't forget to give Masa a tip. He's a really nice old man!

基本、空は素晴らしいです。ただ自分はやられちゃいました(~_~;)
飛んだ後に吐き気とめまい！今回は約２０人位が同じ時間帯に飛んだのですが、やられちゃった人が2人でした。。その中の1人です。。でも空は素晴らしいですよ。。皆さんも一度は飛んでみてください。。　
さて、時間の経過ですが自分達は2人でレンタカーで現地に行ったのですがツアーの後に着いたので記入書類がその後になり飛ぶまでに２時間半位は待ちました。繁盛記だともっと待つようです。。　ですのでレンタカーで行く人はツアーの人たちがくるまでに現地に到着した方が良いでしょう。８時半までに来てください。とありますが７時半前には行った方が早く飛べると思います。　現地では８０歳？のおじいちゃんでマサさんという人が日本人を仕切ってくれていますがツアーの送迎もやっているので送迎中は日本人はいませんから、受付の外人の女の子に待っててと言われてそのままにしていると平気で１時間以上も声がかからないですからﾌﾞﾛｰｸﾝｲﾝｸﾞﾘｯｼｭでもどんどん声をかけて捻じ込んでいった方が良いと思います。
現地で書類を記入して提出した順番で飛ぶ順番がほぼ決まりますので、現地に着いたらますは記入書類を手に入れて記入してください。
体調さえ良ければ素晴らしい体験になると思います。そうそうマサさんにもチップを上げてくださいね。。とっても良いおじいちゃんですからね。。

Both the half-day tour and the Polynesian Cultural Center were enjoyable and packed with activities (^_^)v. The night show was wonderful, and the final fire performance was amazing. The guide was great, and I had a full day of fun. Considering the differences in dinner options, the seating for the show, and the backstage tour, I think it was worth it to go deluxe.

半日観光とポリネシア文化センターどちらも楽しく盛りだくさん(^_^)v
ナイトショーも素敵でした。最後のファイヤーパフォーマンスは凄かったです。
ガイドの方も良かったですし、一日たっぷり楽しめました。
夕食内容の違いとショーの席の場所、バックヤード見学を含めるとデラックスにしてよかったと思いました。