Reviewed by: GayleP
Our guide Kinoa was fantastic, chatting all day but not obtrusive or overbearing. We saw some beautiful scenery, had a delicious lunch and learnt so much about being an Hawaiian and real living in Hawaii, not the tourist hype of Waikiki.
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| Packages: | Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Be prepared to take a lot of knowledge in! Everyone in our family had plenty of fun!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/04 |
Reviewed by: VaMa
it was very educational and all the staff were informative and very nice. I highly recommend it.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Jacki (NZ)
This is my 3rd time coming here over the years, and it never disappoints it just gets better and better. I highly recommend this experience to everyone. Visiting the different islands was both informative and entertaining. Our buffet dinner was suburb with vast food choices. The show HA was spectacular. We thoroughly enjoyed ourself their performance was flawless. Keep up the magnificent work !!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Keyolfson
Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Waimea Valley Luau!
The pre activities were so fun; my son (23 years old) participated in the coconut opening and the palm head cover. He totally embraced the moment.
The area was beautiful! We did the falls and the gardens first.
The drinks were quite festive, and the food was awesome.
The “show” was engaging; I loved the music and dance. And, the fire was very impressive!
I would highly recommend this experience!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/29 |
Reviewed by: meow
The horses are very cute, but...
They just walk in a straight line quietly for a long time (there are explanations from the staff and opportunities to talk with them, but you can't converse with your companions), so I got bored after about the first 30 minutes...
I wish we could walk side by side with our companions and chat instead of in a line.
Thinking about it, it might not be worth the price.
I wonder if it's something I really need to do in Hawaii...
Next time I experience this, I would prefer a private course.
馬はとってもかわいいのですが・・・
ずーっとひたすら一列で黙々と歩くので
(スタッフの方の説明があったり、スタッフの方と話すことはありますが、
同行者と話すことはできません)、
最初の30分くらいで飽きてしまいました・・・。
一列ではなく、同行者と並んで、おしゃべりしながら歩けたらいいなと思います。
そう考えるとお値段に釣り合わないかもです。
わざわざハワイに行ってやらなくてもいいかなと・・・。
今度体験するなら、プライベートコースにしたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Wendell K Porter
Really got to see the island like never before. Was really great.
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/03 |
Reviewed by: SEATAKE
We were the only Japanese people there.
We rode horses in the spacious ranch.
We took a leisurely walk while explaining the grass, flowers, birds, and small animals in simple English.
The horse was calm and smart, so I only needed to control it with the reins when it stopped to eat grass; otherwise, it walked nicely.
We climbed a small hill and took commemorative photos at a scenic spot.
I had a very enjoyable time.
日本人は私達だけでした。
ゆったりと広い牧場内を乗馬。
簡単な英語で草花や鳥や小動物の説明をしながらの散策。
馬が大人しく頭がいいので、途中草を食べるのに止まるのを、手綱で制御するぐらいで、後はちゃんと歩いてくれます。
小高い丘を登り、景色の良い所で記念撮影。
とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/16 |
Reviewed by: CA
I had always wanted to try horseback riding, but since the youngest was 7 and the oldest was 69, it was hard to find a place where everyone could ride together. Just when I was about to give up, I found this place!
I signed up for a one-hour course that started at 8:45 AM. We left Waikiki just after 7 AM, stopped at Leonard's to buy and eat malasadas on the way, and arrived at the location just in time for the meeting. We parked in the spacious parking lot and received instructions from the staff at the reception, then signed the waiver.
Wearing helmets was optional for adults, but of course, everyone wore one! We only put our phones and car keys in the provided leather bags. After using the restroom and playing with the goats and sheep in the area, it was suddenly time to start.
Each person was helped onto a horse, and we received a brief explanation on how to ride: pull the reins to stop, turn the reins in the direction you want to go, and give a light kick to the belly if the horse stops moving. Even the 7-year-old was able to ride alone and we set off right away! At first, I was nervous, but the horses were all calm and smart, which made me feel at ease.
There were hills to climb and we weaved through a herd of cows, making it feel like an attraction, which was enjoyable. We could take pictures anytime, but since we had to hold the reins, it was a bit tricky to operate the phone with one hand while turning around to take a shot. It might be difficult for those who aren't used to handling their phone with one hand. The ranch staff took quite a few pictures for us, but they were $8 each, so we decided not to purchase any.
Since we had a child with us, we moved at a relatively slow pace, but I would have liked to ride faster if it were just adults. Also, the 7-year-old was placed at the back, so everyone had to be mindful of the pace, and it would have been best if the adults were at the back instead.
We chose the one-hour course, but it actually lasted over an hour, which was more than enough. By the end, my hips and thighs were shaking! All the staff were women, and the restrooms and animal areas were kept relatively clean, which was quite impressive (though there was a lot of dust). The kids said that horseback riding was the most fun part! I highly recommend it!
ずっとやりたかった乗馬でしたが、下は7歳、上は69歳だったのでなかなか全員で乗馬できるところがなく、諦めかけていたところこちらを見つけました❗️
午前8時45分集合の1時間コースを申し込み。
ワイキキを7時過ぎに出発し、途中レナーズでマラサダを購入し食べならがレンタカーにて現地へ。集合時間ギリギリに到着
広々とした駐車場に適当に駐車して、受付でお姉さんからの説明を受け、免責の書類にサイン。
成人はヘルメット着用が自由でしたが、もちろん全員着用❗️笑
荷物は備え付けの皮の袋へ携帯と車の鍵だけ入れて。
トイレを済ませたり、園内にあるヤギや羊たちと戯れているとあっという間に開始時間に。
1人ずつ馬に乗せていただき、手綱を手前へ引いたらストップ、手綱を曲がりたい方向へ向けたら曲がる、動かなくなったら足で軽くお腹を蹴るなど、軽く乗り方の説明を受けただけて、7歳の子供も1人で乗って早速出発❗️
最初は緊張しましたが、大人しく頭のいい馬ばかりだったので、乗っているこちらも安心できました。
坂道があったり牛の群れの間をすり抜けたり、アトラクション的な感じもあって楽しめます。
写真もいつでも自分たちで撮れます。
が、手綱は持ったままになりますので、片手で携帯を操作し、さらに後ろに振り向いてシャッターを押さないといけませんので、片手で携帯の操作をし慣れてる人じゃないと難しいかなと。
牧場の方もかなり撮ってくれますが、1枚8ドルだったので、購入はせず…
また、子供がいたのでかなりゆっくりのスピードで進んでくれましたが、大人ばかりならもっと早いスピードでも乗ってみたかったかな〜。
それと、7歳の子供が一番後ろに配置されたので、みんなが後ろを気をしながら進まないといけなく、できたら大人を最後にしてもらえたらベストではありました。
今回1時間のコースにしましたが、実質1時間以上あり十分でした。
最後になると股関節も太もももワナワナしてきて笑
スタッフは全員女性で、トイレや動物のいる所も比較的綺麗に保たれており、かなり好感持てました。(砂埃は凄かったですが)
子供達も、乗馬が一番楽しかったと言っていました‼️
めちゃくちゃオススメです‼️
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Much to learn about all of Polynesian in 1 day! Would go again
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Zoe
We had Cousin Elaine and she went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and enjoyed our tour. She taught us a lot about the culture and history of the islands. She made the tour more personal by remembering our names and by calling us her ohana. This was one of the best tours I’ve been on, we got to stop and see a lot of the northern part of the island.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Gregory
The experience was awesome! We got to learn and experience a lot of what the native Polynesian cultures were like. Many of the staff are actually university students who help fund most of their education through working here so that is nice to know.
The Buffet was the biggest Buffet hall and selection that I have ever seen- there was live music too and it was all just beautiful. The food was really good too!
The Fire Dance show was just an amazing performance. All the people responsible for making this were so skilled. It looked like everyone was having a great time.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/03 |
Reviewed by: Maung
Anyone who plans to visit Hawaii must see the show- Breath of life. It’s one hr thirty minutes long but it’s worth every minute of it.
The Gateaway buffet has plenty of dishes to offer and we had like 2:30hr to savor the food. My favorite was Tuna Sashimi, cut fresh from a fish on display. Every station has four different varieties of dish.
The villages are fantastic. Each one is unique in terms of activities and entertainment. Staff were mainly Uni students.
I have 5 star rating to PCC.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/11 |
Reviewed by: John & Debbie 50th!
We loved this luau!!! From the start to the finish, it was well planned, fun and engaging. We loved the MC, the food, the dancing the activities, everything. We will highly recommend it!!! Thank you for the real leis and for being bold to say a prayer to Almighty God before the meal. Thank you for putting on a great show!
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| Packages: | [12:30 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The park is a lot, I would say to get a guide as we were confused, but the show was a great ending,
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Deena Su
My family thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The MC was fantastic and funny. The flower and anniversary leis were a wonderful touch. The activities were fun. The show was very entertaining, impressive, and the food was good too! The waterfall and hike were fun before too. Thank you for a fantastic day and evening! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/07 |
Reviewed by: Dee
Amazing and warm welcoming staff on every corner; the performances are top notch, we were entertained to a great FINALE show, Buffet Dinner was overwhelming!
We loved and enjoyed learning a lot of things about the Polynesian culture! All the performances were just by fat the best. I love the activities in each country that you can participate in, hands on and fun too!
My son is a typical “everything boring” esp by the wnd of the day, but as soon as the lights went off for the “HA” show he was mesmerized and totally enjoyed it.
We wanted to experience the LUAU dinner but I think we did not look through good enough with the package we bought. Buffet Dinner was not bad at all…just missed seeing a traditional lu’au
Next time!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/23 |
Reviewed by: senko
My first horseback riding experience in Hawaii at Gunstock Ranch became a wonderful memory! The instructors were kind and attentive. (I can't speak English, but I managed just fine!) The horses were gentle and smart, making it easy for beginners like me to ride comfortably. You can feel the richness of the animals living freely on the vast land.
Riding the horses while enjoying the beautiful natural scenery of Hawaii was a fantastic activity!
It took just under two hours to get to Gunstock Ranch by the Bus, but the changing scenery made the time fly by. I’ve decided that the next time I go to Hawaii, I will definitely go horseback riding at Gunstock Ranch again!
ハワイで初めての乗馬体験がガンストックランチでとてもいい思い出になりました!
インストラクターの方達も優しく丁寧に対応してくださいます。(私は英語ができませんが、なんとかなりました!)
お馬さんたちも穏やかで、賢くて乗馬初心者でも安心して乗ることができました。広大な土地にのびのびと生活する動物たちの豊かさを感じれます。
お馬さんに乗ってハワイの大自然の景色を堪能できるとても良いアクティビティでした!
ガンストックランチまでは、the Busで2時間弱でしたが移り変わる景色であっという間でした。
また、ハワイに行った際にはガンストックランチで乗馬をすると決めました!
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| Packages: | 体験コース(1時間) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/01 |
Reviewed by: Karyn Andes
I had the greatest time at Gunstock Ranch!
I would heartily recommend this activity.
Everyone, from the check-in, to the trail ride staff, and visiting the animals after the ride were amazing.
As a very novice rider, I was well instructed and had a great ride.
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| Packages: | Scenic Express Ride (1 Hour) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Anne & David
This was our second time in a decade visiting, and we were impressed by the displays, knowledge of the staff and the Breath of Life show.
This is an excellent opportunity to experience Polynesian culture.
Thank you for your feedback.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/20 |
Reviewed by: Ruth
We enjoyed Toa Luau so much! Our children, 2 & 4, had a wonderful time as well. The cast/crew are the same people running the activities before the meal, and serving the meal, then putting on a great show - their hard work and enthusiasm is inspiring <3 I noticed their attention to detail in how smoothly the check-in, meal, and all the transitions went. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/26 |
Reviewed by: Marcelle
Fantastic day of sightseeing the island Branndon was exceptional in telling us history of the island and the sights we saw our driver was exceptional also very adept driver. Would recommend this tour to anyone thank you for the service you supplied
Aloha Marcelle & Tom
Queensland Australia
Dear Marcelle and Tom, Yes, we are very lucky to have Branndon and Kim!! Thank you so very much for taking your valuable time to rate us and for your kind words. We are truly grateful to all guests and visitors who express their appreciation of our services. We look forward to seeing you again! :) Ceci and the Oahu Nature Tours Team
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| Packages: | Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Lamberto Valenzuela
The show was very entertaining and the dinner buffet was amazing , the Island shows are very entertaining as well we had a remarkable time, the weather was very pleasant but the rain started right after the show was over and we got wet on our way to the bus, even that was a lot of fun .
thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Masterson
There was so much to see and do. We thoroughly enjoyed the demonstrations and musical presentations. We learned how to make poi, husk coconuts, and weave palm fronds, among other things. The dinner buffet was the best ever, with so much variety in the wide range of menu items. The theater presentation “The Breath of Life” was outstanding! Kudos to all the young university students who work so hard to provide such a unique cultural experience. Everyone was warm and welcoming. This was our second visit (previous one was in 1986) and we were not disappointed. We would return again in a heartbeat!
Thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/12 |
Reviewed by: James
This was an amazing place with very informative information about Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti, Somoa, Hawaii, and other Polynesian islands. The Gateway Buffet was good with good variety and the Ha Life of Breath show was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend visiting!
Thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/04 |
Reviewed by: Dolores M Cortes
Wow should I start off with the most delicious authentic hawaiian food I have ever tried..My whole family cleaned their plate..Including the dessert was delicious..The show was amazing so worth the cost..The host keep us laughing
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/01 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We loved the day, however we would consider bumping up to a private tour guide next time
Totally agreed, the guides really enhance the visit. Thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/23 |
Reviewed by: Erica
Wonderful place to visit. Loved learning and hearing the different Polynesian cultures, the live interaction for each islands. The buffet was awesome and the breath of life show was exceptional, I would definitely visit again.
Thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Stuart and Susan
The reservations are easy - and complete. I was still recuperating from a surgery, so we secured a mobility cart, which is right at the entrance to the Polynesian Cultural Center. The bus picks up from several points in Waikiki; it is comfortable and also waiting right at the entrance-exit after the show is over. The day is extraordinary - the staff is so friendly and helpful, as we asked questions at the various Islands. There is a river cruise you can take - the Center is 40 square miles (think Disneyland) so prepare your walking shoes and attire accordingly. Terrific shopping before the Center actually opens. Take a poncho, because there is a lot of rain on that side of the island - rains quickly, dries quickly.
The buffet is amazing and delicious, and a real bargain if you're feeding starving teens! The show is exquisite. They help park the mobility cart everywhere, so if you have mobility issues - worry not!
Enjoy as much as we did!
thank you for your feedback!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/26 |
Reviewed by: TravelGoddess
[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]
On March 15th, 2024, I went to PCC and participated in the Gateway Buffet package. This experience included admission to the park, buffet, and show. Each village was unique, and educational. The canoe ride was my favorite part of the park, a must do!
The buffet dinner was INCREDIBLE, they had everything you could imagine. From salad, sides, pork, chicken, beef, seafood, and dessert. The presentation of the food, and dinning hall felt like something out of a movie! They really set the scene for local cuisine.
'HA: Breath of Life,' show was spectacular a must see! The dancers were truly amazing! I would definitely go see it again and again. Everything about PCC was so professional, engaging, fun, and educational. There is something for the whole family.
I would recommend PCC to anyone who enjoys learning about different cultures, and has a full day to spend away from Waikiki.
thank you for your feedback!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/20 |
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ご体験を共有していただき、誠にありがとうございます!ガンストックランチでの乗馬アドベンチャーが素晴らしい思い出になったと聞き、大変嬉しく思います。私たちのチームは、言語の壁に関係なく、すべてのお客様に卓越したサービスを提供することを誇りに思っています。インストラクターや馬たちが、あなたの乗馬中に安全で快適に感じさせてくれたことを知り、心が温まります。
お言葉を心より感謝し、次回ハワイを訪れた際には、再びガンストックランチで忘れられない乗馬体験をお迎えできることを楽しみにしています。今後何か質問やお手伝いが必要な場合は、遠慮なくご連絡ください。
- トレイルマネージャー、ガンストックランチ
Thank you very much for sharing your fantastic experience with us! We are delighted to hear that your horse riding adventure at Gunstock Ranch was such a memorable one. Our team takes great pride in providing exceptional service to all our guests, regardless of language barriers. It warms our hearts to know that our instructors and horses made you feel safe and comfortable throughout your ride.
We sincerely appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to Gunstock Ranch for another unforgettable horse riding experience on your next visit to Hawaii! If you have any questions or need assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
-Trails Manager, Gunstock Ranch