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It was my very first time surfing. First, I watched a video, and then I received a lecture from the instructor on the beach. I was anxious about whether I could do it, but I managed to stand up on my first try. I think it's great for beginners.

全く初めてのサーフィンで、最初にビデオを見て、そのあとビーチでインストラクターからのレクチャー。
これで出来るのか不安でしたが、見事一回目でたてました。
初めてやる方にはいいと思います。

This was such an awesome experience! Way more fun than we could’ve ever imagined. Definitely will be doing this again. Our Captain and crew were amazing.

Watching the parasailing looked very enjoyable, but I had always avoided it because I couldn't imagine the feeling of not having my feet on the ground. This time, my friend encouraged me to try it for the first time, and I joined in.

To be honest, the fear was only at the beginning, and I gradually got used to it. The sea breeze was pleasant, and I was able to look out over the city, so I'm glad I gave it a try.

However, the downside was the very long wait times. A lot of time was spent waiting to get on the boat (I would like to know how long the wait is beforehand) and then waiting for my turn once on the boat.

Additionally, the prices vary depending on the height, but the names were a bit unclear, and from the boat, it looked like everyone was flying at the same height (the flying time was also about 4 to 5 minutes, right?). That left me a bit puzzled.

パラセイリングを見ているととても気持ちよさそうに思いますが地に足が付かない感覚が想像できず今までずっと避けていました。今回はお友達にデビュ－するべきと誘われて一緒に参加しました。
実際のところ怖いのは最初だけでだんだん慣れてきました。海風が心地よく街の方を見渡したりできてやってみてよかったと思います。
ただ残念なのは待ち時間が非常に多いこと。ボ－トに乗るまで（どのくらいの待ち時間かを先に知りたい）とボ－トに乗ってからの順番待ちには大半を費やします。
また高さごとに価格も異なりますが名前の確認も曖昧だったしボートから見ているとみんなが同じ高さに飛んでいるようにも見えたので（飛んでいる時間も4～5分くらいで同じ？）そこはちょっと疑問に感じました。

They played Western music on the boat, and the crew really got everyone excited! The view from above was also amazing! Starting at 8 o'clock meant there were fewer participants, so it wrapped up quickly, which was great.

船の上では洋楽流してクルーの方が盛り上げてくれました！
上空からの景色も最高でした！
8時スタートだと参加人数も少なくてサクッと終われてよかったです

We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon, and it was both of our first times experiencing parasailing. The meeting point was a bit unclear, and our ride didn't arrive on time, which made for a rather anxious start. The bus driver hardly spoke any Japanese.

However, once we boarded the boat and set off, two handsome staff members provided explanations in simple Japanese, which really lifted our spirits and made the experience enjoyable.

I had researched beforehand that they offered to take photos for $30, so I asked them right before we started, and they provided the data on an SD card. When we checked after returning home, we found over 100 photos, which became wonderful memories. Unfortunately, due to the splashes from the waves, there were some water droplets on the lens.

It's essential to take motion sickness medication, as the boat sways quite a bit.

新婚旅行で2人とも初めてハワイに行き、パラセイリングを体験しました。
集合場所が曖昧だったのと、時間通りに迎えが来ず、かなり不安なスタートでした。バスの運転手さんはほぼ日本語は通じませんでした。
しかし、いざ船に乗って出発すると、スタッフのイケメン2名の方は簡単な日本語で説明してくださり、テンションを上げて楽しませてくれました。
事前に30ドルで写真を撮ってくれることを調べていたので、直前にお願いして撮ってもらい、SDカードでデータをもらいました。帰国後に確認すると100枚以上撮ってあり、かなり良い想い出になりました。これは仕方ないですが、波の水飛沫でレンズに水滴が付いてました。
かなり船が揺れるので酔い止めは必須です。

It was awsome!!
BUT the flight time is much shorter than I expected.
I was not 6 min but 5 min according to iphone video.

A landslide occurred a few days before our participation, which resulted in the trekking route to Manoa Falls being closed, so we ended up trekking at the nearby Lyon Arboretum.

As it is a botanical garden, the paths were well-maintained and easy to walk on. We arrived at the waterfall in about 40 minutes while listening to our guide share stories about Hawaii's history. Although it wasn't a large waterfall, we were lucky that the rain from the previous day had increased the water flow a bit.

There were many plants I had never seen before, and I stopped to take photos... during which I got bitten by mosquitoes. Even with insect repellent spray, it seems like it's better not to stay still.

After trekking, we drove to Kaimana Farm Cafe for lunch. The portion sizes were just right, and the food was very delicious.

参加の数日前に地滑りが発生してマノア滝がへのトレッキングルートが閉鎖されてしまったため、すぐお隣の Lyon Arboretum のトレッキングとなりました。
植物園ということだけあって、道はよく整備されていて、歩きやすかったです。
ガイドさんからハワイの歴史も聞きながら40分くらいで滝に到着。大きな滝ではないのですが、前日の雨でちょっとばかり水量が増えていたのでラッキーでした。
見たことのない植物ばかりで足を止めては写真を撮り・・・その間に蚊に刺されました。虫除けスプレーはかけても刺されるようなので、じっとしない方が良さそうです。
トレッキングの後は車で移動してカイマナ・ファーム・カフェでランチ。量もちょうどよく、とても美味しかったです。

Outstanding, I will return to do it again with them.

My first parasailing experience in Hawaii was refreshing and liberating, just as I expected, if not more! I had a really fun experience and was very satisfied! I don't know when I'll be able to go again, but I'm aiming for my next try!

初めてのハワイでのパラセイリングは、期待通りの、いいえそれ以上の爽快感と開放感じでした❕
本当に楽しい経験が出来て大満足でした❗
次いつ行けるか分かりませんが、next try を目指しますよー

It was definitely one of our favorite adventures on our honeymoon.!!!

I think it's a great way to have fun in Hawaii! It has a refreshing and liberating feeling, and I thought I would like to do it again when I come back to Hawaii.

ハワイでの遊び方の１つとしてかなりいいと思います！
爽快感と開放感があり、またハワイに来た時にはやりたいなと思いました

I participated in the tour starting at 12:00. The snorkeling lasted about an hour. There were four sea turtles swimming, and I was able to see them up close when they surfaced for air. However, it was disappointing to see someone of Asian descent touching the sea turtles at that time. After that, we cruised for about an hour before returning.

12時からのツアーに参加しました。
シュノーケリングは大体1時間程度で行われました。ウミガメが4匹泳いでおり、息継ぎで浮上した際には間近で見る事が出来ました。ただ、その時にアジア系の人がウミガメに触れており、残念でした。そのあと1時間程度クルージングをして戻る流れです。

It was my first time at such a height, so I was a bit scared, but it was refreshing and I really enjoyed it. I could see all of Waikiki, and the view was beautiful. There was a forecast for thunderstorms, but there were also some clear skies, which was nice.

初めての高さだったので少し怖いかなと思っていましたが、爽快感がありとても楽しめました(^^)
ワイキキを一望できて、景色もキレイでした。
雷雨予報だったのですが、少し晴れ間もありよかったです☆

This is my second time using this service.
Since it was low tide, I was able to see the fish clearly and even encountered a sea turtle, which was lucky.
Thank you, Chieko and Dan!
I will participate again! o(^▽^)o

2度目の利用です
干潮だったので、お魚もハッキリ見れて、海ガメにも遭遇出来て、幸運でした。
チエコさん、ダンさん
ありがとうございました！
また参加させていただきますo(^▽^)o

I participated again this year. The view of Waikiki and Diamond Head was amazing, and I felt like a bird—it was so refreshing! I'm thinking about joining again next year!

去年に続き参加
ワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドを見渡せて
鳥になった気分で超気持ち良かったです〜
また来年も参加しよっかなぁ〜

Convenient lessons at a beach near Honolulu Zoo. There is also hotel pick-up, making it easy to participate. The staff are very friendly, and even complete beginners can quickly improve and have fun. The participation fee is also reasonable.

ホノルル動物園の近くの　便利なビーチでのレッスン。ホテルへの送迎もあり　手軽に参加できます。スタッフの皆さん　とてもフレンドリーで　全くの初心者でも　すぐに上達出来て楽しめます。参加費も　お手頃です。

The staff was kind and attentive. I got a bit seasick, but I was able to see sea turtles, and it was a lot of fun! 😊

親切、丁寧に対応して頂きました。
波酔いしてしまいましたが、ウミガメも見ることができてとても楽しかったです(^^)

It was sunny and very pleasant!!
I originally heard it would take about 8 minutes, but it felt like it wasn't that long?? I was a bit disappointed about that (>д<)
Even at 120 meters, it was very impressive!!

晴れていてとても気持ちよかったです！！
もともと8分と聞いてましたがそんなになかった？？ような気がしたのが少し残念でした(>д<)
120メートルでもとても迫力ありました！！

I had been interested in parasailing for a while, and experiencing it in Hawaii was just perfect. So, I went for it. My partner, who is my wife, doesn't like heights, so I participated alone.

In my group (at 4:00 PM), all 10 other participants were foreigners. From the pickup to the return to the hotel, everything was in English ONLY. There are staff who understand Japanese on-site, so if you’re not comfortable with English, it might be a good idea to let them know in advance. That said, I’m not that fluent either, but I actually enjoyed interacting with the cheerful guide, so it was fun in its own way.

It may vary by day, but on the day I went, the boat was quite rocky (especially the waves were a bit intimidating when leaving the bay), so those who are sensitive to motion sickness should be cautious.

On the boat, there was a laid-back and cheerful captain along with two crew members. They played upbeat music, danced, and told jokes, making for a cruise filled with laughter. However, the safety instructions were clear and easy to understand, all in English, but there weren't any complicated procedures, so it was manageable.

Originally, it seems you can't fly solo, but since everyone else was participating in pairs, I ended up flying solo. They assess the wind and wave conditions to ensure safety, so it seems casual but is actually quite responsible (which is to be expected, of course).

This time, I took the 150-meter course, and when I went up, it was higher than I had imagined! Up in the air, I was surprised by how quiet it was, as I couldn't hear the boat's engine anymore. I could see the entire Diamond Head, the round horizon, and the high-rise hotels of Honolulu along with the white sandy beaches in the distance. The long-awaited aerial stroll while only hearing the sound of the wind was amazing.

As expected, I was dropped into the water at the end and high-fived everyone while returning to the dock. The ride back to the hotel, listening to the cheerful driver’s rapid-fire talk, was also enjoyable, making for a very satisfying experience.

Overall, from the hotel pickup to the return, it takes about 2 hours, so if you have any free time, I highly recommend giving it a try!

以前から興味のあった、パラセーリング。Hawaiiで体験できれば申し分ない。
・・・ということで、行ってまいりました。相方のカミさんは、高いのはダメなので、一人参加でした。
私の参加したグループ（16:00）は私以外の10名全て外人。送迎からホテル帰着まで、全て英語ONLYでした。現地には日本語わかるスタッフが居るので、英語ダメな方は、事前に伝えておいたほうが良いかも知れません。とは言え私もそんなに堪能なわけではないですが、陽気なガイドさんとのやり取りを、かえって楽しめた部分もあるので、それはそれで面白いと思いますが。
日によるとは思いますが、私の行った日はかなり船が揺れた（特に湾から出るちょっとビビるくらいの高さの波でした）ので、船に弱い方は要注意と思います。
船でもは、いい感じにいい加減(？)な乗りの良い陽気な船長とクルー2名が対乗船。ノリの良い音楽をかけて踊りながらJokeを飛ばし、終始笑いの絶えない、クルーズでした。とは言え、安全に係る説明や指示は、的確にわかりやすく、説明はすべて英語ですが、そんなに難しい手順があるわけでもなく、まあなんとかなります。
本来はSOLO(1人)では飛ばせないようなのですが、生憎皆さんペアでの参加でしたので、結局SOLOで飛部事になりました。きちんと風や揺れの状況見て判断するから大丈夫と、このあたりもいい加減なようで、きちんとしてます（まあ当たり前ですが (笑)）
今回は高さ150mのコースでしたが、上がってみると、想像していたより高い！上空では船のエンジン音も聞こえなくなり、静かなことに驚きます。遠くにダイアモンドヘッドの全景、丸い水平線、ホノルルの高層ホテル群や白い砂浜を遠望し、風の音だけを聞きながらの念願の空中散歩は最高でした。
お約束で最後に水に落とされ、皆とハイタッチしながら寄港。
また、陽気なドライバーさんのマシンガントークを聞きながらのホテルまでの帰り道も楽しく、大満足な体験ができました。
TOTALではホテルでのピックアップから帰るまで、2時間程度になりますので、少しでも時間が空けられる方は、ぜひ一度お試しください。

It was my first experience with parasailing. The scenery was, of course, beautiful, and I enjoyed it throughout the cruise. Even though I took motion sickness medication, I started to feel a bit nauseous towards the end, so I think it's best for those who are anxious to definitely take the medication beforehand. For those traveling to Hawaii, it's an easy activity to participate in, and I would recommend it to friends who are interested in parasailing. One thing that I found a bit unsatisfactory was that the price was the same even without transportation. They also firmly requested a tip in broken Japanese.

パラセーリング初体験でした。景色はもちろんの事、クルーズ中も楽しめます。
酔い止め飲んでても最後の方気持ち悪くなったので、不安な方は必ず酔い止め飲んでおいた方が良いと思います。ハワイ旅する方には手軽に参加できるし、パラセーリング友達にもおすすめしたいアクティビティーです。
ひとつだけ、送迎なしでも同価格ってのが納得のいかない所ですかね。チップも片言の日本語できっちり要求されました。

The surf lesson I participated in this time was carefully taught by the staff, focusing on beginners. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese, and the surfer staff who supported us in the water used simple Japanese to explain things, making it easy to understand! I would love to try surfing again!

今回参加したこのサーフレッスンは初心者向けの内容を丁寧にスタッフの方が教えてくれていました。また、日本語を話せるスタッフの方もいますし、海に入ってサポートしてくれるサーファーのスタッフも日本語を簡単ですが使って教えてくれるのでわかりやすかったです！
またサーフィンをやってみたいです！

It was my first time, but I was able to ride the waves! Everyone was very kind and taught us well. We were divided into two groups, with one teacher who was very attentive (possibly a teacher for smaller classes) and another who encouraged us to practice more. I ended up with the practice-oriented teacher, so I was able to ride the waves many times. However, it really requires a lot of stamina, so it's best to be prepared. I got tired halfway through.

Also, the next day, you will definitely feel quite sore! But I’m glad I did it.

As a note, it's better to eat lightly before surfing. My husband ate too much for breakfast and ended up feeling sick, so he could only ride the waves twice and spent most of the time watching from the beach (laughs).

初めてだけど、波に乗れました！みなさん丁寧に教えてくれます。
2つグループに分かれていて、丁寧に教えてくれる先生（もしかしたら少人数レッスンの先生かも）とどんどん実践をさせる先生がいました。
私は実践させる先生にあたったので、何度も何度も波にのれました。
ただ、本当に体力が必要なので、心して行ったほうが良いです。私は途中でバテてしまったので。
あと、次の日はかなり筋肉痛になります！でもやってよかったです。

注意点としては、サーフィン前のご飯は少なめのほうが良いです。一緒に行った夫は朝ごはんを食べすぎてしまい、気持ち悪くなって2本しか波に乗れず、ほとんど浜辺で見ていました（苦笑）

I had a great time with a small group. The explanation on how to use the snorkel was thorough, and I didn't encounter any difficulties along the way. I was also satisfied to see turtles up close.

少人数で非常に楽しめました。シュノーケルの使い方の説明も丁寧で途中で困ることもありませんでした。
近くでカメを見ることもでき満足です。

I was looking forward to the Manoa Falls hike on this trip to Hawaii, but due to a landslide, it was closed on the day of my visit, so we had to take the alternative route to Aihualama Falls and the botanical garden.

Unfortunately, Aihualama Falls is much smaller than Manoa Falls, which was disappointing. I also wanted to see the banyan tree arch and other rustic plants along the way to Manoa Falls, but the alternative route was just a long walk through a well-maintained botanical garden, lacking the sense of adventure I had hoped for.

For those who want to avoid getting their clothes and shoes dirty, this alternative tour might be good, but for us, who were prepared to get dirty and excited about experiencing nature, it was a letdown.

While it's understandable that the Manoa Falls route is closed due to natural disasters, I believe the alternative Aihualama Falls route should be marketed as a completely different tour. It was very unkind to suggest that it was the same experience as the Manoa Falls route.

Unfortunately, the Kaimana Farm Cafe was also closed, and we ended up getting takeout bento boxes to eat at the hotel after the tour.

I can only say that the timing was unfortunate, and it was a disappointing tour.

今回のハワイ旅行で楽しみにしていたマノア滝ハイキングですが、土砂崩れで、訪問した日も閉鎖されていた為、代替のアイフアラマ滝と植物園のコースとなりました。
やはり滝の大きさは代替のアイフアラマ滝は小さく残念な感じでした。
また、滝よりもマノア滝に行くまでに見られるバニアンツリーアーチなど素朴な植物を見たかったのですが、代替コースは整備された植物園を延々と歩いていくだけでアドベンチャー感がなく期待していたものとは程遠かったです。
服や靴を汚したくない方には、今回の代替ツアーは良いかもしれませんが、汚れてもいい準備で気合入れて大自然を期待して参加した我々には拍子抜けで残念な内容でした。
マノア滝コースが閉鎖されているのは自然災害で仕方ないことですが、代替のアイフアラマ滝コースは、全くの別物のツアーであるという位置づけで、別ツアーとして案内した方が良いと思います。マノア滝コースと変わらない内容ですという案内はとても不親切だと思います。
カイマナファームカフェも運悪く閉店しており、テイクアウトのお弁当を解散時に貰ってホテルで食べました。
つくづくタイミングが悪かったとしか言いようがないですが、残念なツアーでした。

Parasailing off the coast of Kaka'ako was fun with great weather. It was my first time in 20 years, and it was amazing. The pickup location changed due to a parade, but I had checked it out the day before, so it was fine.

カカアコ沖でのパラセリングお天気も良く楽しかったです。
２０年ぶりにしましたが最高でした。
ピックアップ場所がパレードの為変更になりましたが前日に
下見に行ったので大丈夫でした。

Was expecting more glass, more drinking, and more swimming. But it was still a great time. The guides were great and knowledgeable. And we saw turtles!

Great Experience parasailing @ Waikiki. No issues finding the smallish “World Headquarters” and the crew was a blast. Definitely go big with the 1000’ option. Great views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.

I participated with my mother. On the day, there were only three of us, including another group of women. After enjoying the view 150 meters up in the air with my mother, we unexpectedly went up again with the other group of women! I’m grateful for the staff's thoughtful arrangement! I was a bit anxious since everything was in English, but they humorously said, "You are a lucky girl!" and we got to enjoy another aerial walk. The view was amazing, and it became a lifelong memory.

母と二人で参加しました。
当日は私たちともう一組女性の方の3人のみで、先に母と150ｍ上空に上がって景色を楽しんだ後、まさかまさかのもう一組の女性と二人で上空に！スタッフの粋なはからいに感謝！全部英語なので不安でしたが、「ユーアーラッキーガール！」とユーモアたっぷりでもう一度空中散歩を楽しめて、景色も最高で一生の思い出になりました。

My friend, who has weak eyesight and needs prescription goggles to dive, was able to participate, so I signed up. They were very happy to observe the natural fish and sea turtles swimming in the coral reefs, which were different from those in the aquarium.

視力が弱く、ダイビングするにも度付きゴーグルをしなければならない友達が参加出来そうなので申し込みました
水槽の中とは違ったサンゴ礁を泳ぐ天然の魚たちや海ガメを観察できてとても喜んでもらえました

Since my child dislikes skydiving, we opted for parasailing instead. The captain and the pilot provided explanations in simple Japanese, which were more than enough. The parasailing experience ascended in no time, and my child was able to enjoy the breathtaking views from the sky without feeling scared. Next, I would love to try super javelin!

子供がスカイダイビングを嫌がるので
パラセーリングにしました。
キャプテンと操縦士さんは楽しく
片言の日本語で説明でも十分でした。
パラセーリングはあっと言う間に上がり
子供も怖がる間もなく、空から絶景をみる事が出来ました(^^)
次はスーパージャボンがして見たいなぁ〜