Hungaro Explorer Reviews 14

We had an incredible experience hiking with Nandor from Hungaro Explorer. My partner and I booked two hikes in one day, and Nandor curated each route perfectly to match our skill level. He shared fascinating insights about the local terrain, indigenous plants, and wildlife, turning every step into a blend of education and adventure. He even took photos throughout the day that perfectly captured the effort and joy of the experience.

What stood out most was Nandor’s ability to balance challenge with safety. We felt completely at ease, even on the more demanding sections. Between hikes, he brought us to a small local coffee shop on the North Shore, where we got to take in stunning views and support a local business.

If you’re visiting any of the Hawaiian Islands and want a guided hiking experience that’s personal, educational, and deeply connected to the land, I can’t recommend Nandor and Hungaro Explorer enough. It was truly one of the highlights of our trip.

Hungaro Explorer gave us an unforgettable hike! Nandor tailored the experience to our family’s love of scenic views and adjusted the pace for everyone’s skill level.

His respect for Hawaiian culture added depth to the journey, and we loved his stories and insights. He made us feel safe and even took us to the best coffee on the island at Hala Tree!

Nandor’s knowledge of Oʻahu is incredible—he shared hidden trail gems and local tips. Highly recommend!

Can't go wrong with Nandor - we've now done several hikes, all of them thrilling, but Nandor knows the hikes in and out and safely guides us through it all. Super fun, in trustworthy hands!

I celebrated my birthday in the best way possible – conquering the 3 Peaks hike with you as my guide! Initially, I was apprehensive, but your expertise and reassurance made all the difference.

Your extensive knowledge of the mountains and thoughtful guidance helped me navigate the toughest parts. Your advice on where to step and how to use the ropes was invaluable. Your confidence was contagious, and I felt safe throughout the hike.

The way you led the tour, it was clear that the mountains were your backyard. You anticipated every turn and obstacle, making the experience seamless. And, of course, the breathtaking photos you took will be cherished forever!

Thank you for making my birthday hike an unforgettable adventure. I'm grateful for your expertise, kindness, and passion for the mountains.

I recently did a solo trip of Oahu and wanted to do some cool but hard hikes and was apprehensive of doing them alone. Nandor and his team at Hungaro Explorer made this experience beyond amazing! I booked two hikes - one for sunrise views and another to check out the jungle/waterfalls of the island. Nandor made the experience seamless. He organized the transportation, itinerary, even bought some gears that I didn’t have and would have required on the hikes. These hikes were quite treacherous and I wouldn’t recommend folks doing them by themselves unless they are seasoned hikers. Nandor made me feel super safe, gave me lots of tips around scrambling, climbing etc that helped me immensely during the hike. From the moment you meet him, you can tell he is a very experienced mountaineer and hiker. He also bought his own camera to take some awesome shots for me. Knowing that he also worked for the local search and rescue team, gave me a lot of confidence. Thanks Nandor for the awesome experience! I’m definitely coming back for some more cool experiences with Hungaro Explorer.

A great way to see the ‘true’ Hawaii through experiencing its natural beauty with a local guide who has extensive experience and provides essential insights that help you stay safe and enjoy the experience even more. Highly recommend!

Nandor is a 10 out of 10. I could not have designed a better guide/host/traveling companion for my solo Oahu sunrise hike. He has a cheerful attitude and his enthusiasm for hiking is infectious. He checked with me regularly to make sure I was content and to see if there was anything he could do for me. I’ve been an avid hiker all my life, but as my body gets older, navigating sections with tricky footing is getting more challenging. This trail required steep scrambling in spots, and Nandor scouted the best footholds and patiently guided me ahead. (I’m glad I thought to bring a trekking pole.) We made it to near the top in time to see a spectacular sunrise.

Nandor has had many interesting experiences and is a good conversationalist, which helps if it’s a long hike. I highly recommend his hikes. Mine was a highlight of my Oahu trip.

Literally the best experience ever! Nandor makes the hike a totally amazing experience. He has supplies if you need something. He has experience to ensure you’re prepared. He is super easy to talk to and makes the hike feel as though you’re hiking with someone you’ve known for years. I will absolutely do more hikes with Nandor! A forever customer here!

Had an amazing experience with Nandor! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and ensured the day was full of adventure and fun! Would highly recommend and will definitely use again for my next trip!

I’m a solo traveler and I wanted to do hikes in Hawaii that requires someone experienced and knowledgable about the trails I wanted to hike in and since I am a woman, I needed someone safe and professional as I was traveling by myself. I came across Nandor and let me tell you, he is the best guide you’ll ever have. I booked 4 days of customized tours with him and it was more than what I expected. He is super flexible as well which I really loved. He also will give you information about your hike, takes awesome pics and videos and just all around fun to be around with. Already have plans for future trips on a different island and can’t wait to book him again.

I have been on many hikes with Nandor/Hungaro Explorer in Hawaii, Spain and Romania! Every time has been amazing. From easy to advanced he can be trusted to guide you through some amazing terrain. I highly recommend Hungary for group or private tour. I have done a 3 day private tour in Maui, 5 days in Spain, 5 days in Romania and many single days on Oahu. What ever your hiking desire he will be able to help you organize it and exceed what you imagine is possible.

I am an experienced hiker, but given the recent storm, I was a bit apprehensive about hiking the Olamana (3 Peaks) Trail. But I felt completely comfortable and safe with Nandor. He was well prepared, professional, and clearly motivated towards my safety and providing me the best experience. He has an excellent personality, and many interesting stories. He also has a very good eye behind the camera. Overall, one of the best guides I have ever hired. Highly recommend!

I did my first ever international hiking trip with Hungaro Explorer and team. First time in Picos de Europa and Spain!
From the onset of the tour, Nandor and team were very professional and knowledgeable. They took care of all details of the 6 days trip. We were picked up from our Airbnb and drove for about four hours to our first adventure. With some changes in weather, Hungaro Explorer made sure that we got the extra clothing we needed for the rest of the tour.
We stayed in different hotels and a really nice traditional house.
Besides the amazing hiking routes, we also enjoyed walking around different charming Mountain towns, ate traditional food, tried the local drinks and enjoyed the company of the tour members as friends.
I can tell, there was a lot of research and planning to make the tour successful and it was!!
Highly recommend Hungaro Explorer and his wife Elena for your next Mountain adventures!!!
Adriana- Hawaii

We spent two days hiking with Nandor in the mountains of Oahu and he is a very professional and experienced guide. We enjoyed the conversation and interesting facts that he shared about his hiking experiences as well as the local flora/fauna, and he took all kinds of photos for us! We highly recommend Hungaro Explorer for every level of hiker.