Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a pair in June. Last time it was Mr. Taikobou, so this time we tried Mr. Masashi. Both have their own unique characteristics and are interesting. Both were kind and fun staff members. I think the experience is influenced by weather conditions. We decided on the schedule while looking at the travel itinerary and the moon phase, but the moon was a bit bright, and I felt that the number of visible stars was different compared to last time. I recommend being mindful of the moon phase when making your reservation.
6月に二人で参加しました。
前回は太公望さんだったので、今回はマサシさんにしてみました。
どちらもそれぞれ特徴があって面白いです。
どちらも親切で楽しいスタッフさんでした。
感動は気象条件に左右されるかなと思います。
旅行スケジュールと月齢を見ながら日程を決めたのですが、ややお月様が明るくて、前回の時よりも見える星の数が違っていたかなというのが感想です。
月齢にも気をつけて申し込みをされる事をお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Loved the tour. The clouds dissipated in time for sunset and we had perfect timing for stargazing - got to actually see the Great Red Spot on Jupiter. The tour guide was knowledgeable and very personable. If I was going back to Hawaii, I would do this all over again. Highly recommended, as it is a once in a life time opportunity.
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/22 |
Reviewed by: さくら
When I went to the Big Island, I wanted to visit Kilauea Volcano and Mauna Kea. Since Mauna Kea is taller than Mount Fuji, I was concerned about altitude sickness, so last time I joined a tour of Kilauea Volcano! This time, I participated with my family of three in great health. The service was very attentive, providing warm drinks, clear explanations on how to behave, and enjoyable talks about the starry sky, making for a fun time. Thank you very much.
ハワイ島に行ったらキラェア火山とマウナケアは行きたいと思っていました。富士山よりも高いマウナケアは高山病など気になりましたので前回はキラウェア火山のツァーに参加!今回は万全な体調で家族3人で参加しました。とても行き届いたお世話で暖かい飲み物を準備してくださったり、行動の仕方、星空のトークは解りやすく、ひこまれるような楽しい時間でした。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The day I participated, the moon was bright due to the approaching full moon, making conditions not ideal for stargazing, and the thick clouds meant that the expected starry sky near the summit was not visible.
Even though the stars were not visible, the sunset sinking into the clouds was very beautiful, and it made me feel like I was above the clouds, which I think is one of the joys of the experience.
I also want to thank the staff who helped me find points where I could see the stars as I gradually descended by car, even though I couldn't see them near the summit!
Since the moon was bright due to the approaching full moon, I had them take a photo of the moon through the telescope, and I’m bragging to my friends about how clearly the craters are visible.
Thanks to the guidance on when to drink water in the car, I had no issues with altitude sickness, which I had been worried about. Next time, I would like to participate when the full moon is not approaching.
参加した日は、満月が近いので月が明るくて星の観測としては条件が良くない日で、さらに雲が厚かったので、頂上付近では期待通の満天の星空は見えませんでした。
星は見えなくても雲に沈んでいく夕陽がとてもキレイで、雲の上にいることを実感するので、それも楽しみの一つだと思います。
また、頂上付近で見えなかったから、と、車で少しずつ降りては星の見えるポイントを探して何とか観測させてくれたスタッフの方に感謝です!
満月が近くて月が明るいので望遠鏡から観た月の写真をカメラにおさめてもらい、月のクレーターがクッキリ見えているのを友人に自慢しています。
心配していた高山病も、車中でお水を飲むタイミングを指示してくれたりしたおかげで全く問題ありませんでした。
次回は満月近くを外して参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/16 |
Reviewed by: きらこ
I went to see the sunset, and it was incredibly beautiful! The sunset was great, but unfortunately, there were clouds in the sky, so I couldn't see the stars. However, the guides were very engaging and tried their best until the very end... their service was excellent.
When we had our lunch just before reaching the summit, we enjoyed warm miso soup, tea, and cocoa, which really helped warm us up.
Additionally, they lent us ski wear-like outerwear, which was great! Other tour participants only had outerwear for the upper body, so they looked very cold.
The summit is quite chilly. The restroom is also quite scary—it's very dark.
But the beauty of the sunset made me forget the cold.
Also, the guides actively took photos for us, and even though we didn't have many pictures of the two of us, they captured some wonderful commemorative photos.
I'm sure I would have been even more moved if I could have seen the stars, but it's nature, so there's nothing we can do about it. The people who participated in the tour with us said, "This means we have to come back again!"
That's true. I definitely want to try again.
サンセットを見に行きましたが、めちゃくちゃキレイでした!!
サンセットはとても良い感じで見れたのですが、残念な事に星空は上空に雲が出てしまい、見ることが出来ませんでした。
でも、ガイドさんたちはいろいろ盛り上げてくれたり、最後の最後までトライしてくれたり・・・対応がとても良かったです。
山頂手前でいただいたお弁当の時は、温かいお味噌汁、お茶、ココアなどいただき、これがまた体を温めてくれました。
それに、上下でスキーウェアのような防寒具を貸していただき、これは良かった!!
他のツアーの人は上だけの防寒具だったりしてたので、とても寒そうに見えました。
山頂はかなり寒いです。
トイレもかなり怖いです。真っ暗で。
ケド、寒さを忘れるくらい、サンセットはキレイでした。
また、ガイドさんが積極的に写真を撮って下さり、2人の写真があまりなかったなか、記念のステキな写真を撮っていただけました。
きっと星空が見えたらもっと感動してたと思いますが、自然の事ですから、仕方がないですよね。
ツアーに一緒に参加してた人たちは『これは、もう一回来いって事よね!』って言ってました。
その通りですね。
是非、再チャレンジしてみたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the Mauna Kea summit tour with Masashi Nature. We were able to drive to the summit in a short time that made the height of Mauna Kea feel insignificant, and at the top, we witnessed a wonderful sunset. I could truly feel the height and grandeur of the mountain.
The starry sky was filled with so many stars that I was left in awe, spending time just taking it all in. They took many photos, and when I checked their website, I saw the pictures from that time uploaded.
The warm miso soup we had for dinner was delicious. Masashi Nature always provides a wonderful tour of the Big Island of Hawaii. I will definitely use their services again.
マサシネイチャーでマウナケア山頂ツアーに参加しました。
マウナケアの高さを感じさせないほどの短時間で車で頂上まで登れ、頂上ではすばらしい日没を見れました。高さと雄大さを実感できました。
星空も満天の星とはこれを言うのだと思えるほどの降り注ぐ星にただ呆然として時間をすごしました。
写真もたくさん撮ってくださいましてHPを見たらその時の写真がアップされていました。
と夕で食べた夕飯の暖かい味噌汁がおいしかったです
いつもマサシネイチャーさんにはすばらしいハワイ島を案内してもらっています。又、利用させていただきます
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Tanya W
Overall, this was fun.The main guide was knowledgeable and really knew his constellations. One negative was they should have had the single guy sit by the guide and let my husband & I sit together.They both ended up yelling to each other across the aisle over me on the drive back.
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/04 |
Reviewed by: カメラ好き
I participated to go see the starry sky.
One thing that is good to prepare is the iTunes app "Star Walk." I realized that the satellite moving around was the Hubble. Thanks to my cold weather preparations, it wasn't too cold. The lower area was clear, but if it were raining, the experience might be different.
There are several opportunities to take group photos. This is a matter of preference, but group photos can feel a bit lacking in spirit. If I participate next time, I might skip the group photos.
For those who want to take their time photographing the starry sky, there is a way to get to Onizuka on your own. Since there can be fog in the lower area and winding roads, I think it would be good to participate in a tour like this once for some preparation.
星空を見に行くために参加しました。
準備した方がよいものは、itunesのアプリ「star walk」
とことこ動いていた衛星はハッブルだとわかりました。
寒さ対策をしたせいか、あまり寒くはなかったです。
下界が晴れていたのですが、雨だとまた体感が違うのかもしれません。
集合写真を何回か撮る機会があります。
これは好みだと思いますが、集合写真は心が抜けますね。
もし次回参加するならば、集合写真は参加しなくてもいいかな?
星空をゆっくり撮りたい方は、onizukaまで自力で行く方法もあります。
下界の霧とか、ワイディングロードなので
一度このようなツアーに参加して予習すると良いと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/01 |
Reviewed by: パル
I get motion sickness easily, so the trip there and back was tough (it was quite a ride). However, I’m really glad I went. The sunset and starry sky... they were truly beautiful. I definitely think you should see it with your own eyes.
私は乗り物酔いがひどいので、行き帰りは大変でした(かなり飛ばします)。ただ、それでもやっぱり行って良かったです。夕日と星空・・・本当に美しかったです。是非、ご自身の目で見て欲しいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 美容師 りな
The sunset at Mauna Kea, which is higher than Mount Fuji, was wonderful. On the opposite side of the setting sun, there was a full moon, creating a magical atmosphere. Thanks to the full moon, stargazing was a bit challenging, though. The oxygen is indeed thin, but taking regular breaks to acclimate helped, so it wasn't a problem. However, it is really cold, so warm clothing is essential. At Masashi's Nature, they provided warm outerwear, but it seems that other companies only offer a poor-quality jacket, so I think it's worth considering that aspect as well.
富士山よりも高いマウナケアでのサンセット素晴らしいものでした。その、沈む太陽の反対側には満月があり幻想的でした。満月のおかげで星空観測は微妙でしたが・・。酸素は確かに薄いけどマメに体を慣らす休憩をとって下さったので問題ありません。ただ、本当に寒いので必須防寒。マサシ−ズ ネイチャ-では上下の温かい防寒を貸してもらえましたが他社では気の毒な程度の上着しか与えられてないみたいなので、そのあたりもポイントにすると良いと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/11 |
Reviewed by: 井上 美紀
Jon, our guide and driver, was very pleasant. Although the Fairmont Hotel was not on the list for drop-offs, he took us there. I was worried about transportation to the hotel late at night, but this unexpected service was a great help.
Additionally, for stargazing, even after the other group of Japanese participants finished early, he said that Jupiter would soon be rising and showed us Jupiter. Since only the English tour was available, it was a reluctant choice, but I was fortunate to have booked this one.
It was also cheaper than the tours aimed at Japanese participants, so I recommend this option for those who are considering it.
ガイド兼ドライバーの Jon さんが感じ良かった。
フェアモントホテルは帰りの送りの対象ではなかったのに送ってくれました。深夜のホテルまでの足を心配してましたが
思いがけないサービスに助かりました。
また星空観察も他の日本人のみのグループが早々と終了した後も、まもなく木星が登ってくるといって木星まで見せてくれました。英語ツアーしか残ってなかったのでやむをえず?の選択でしたが、ここを申し込んだことがかえって幸いしました。
日本人向けのツアーよりお安めでしたし、これからの方はこちらをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/30 |
Reviewed by: 鹿児島のシン
We went to the Big Island of Hawaii for the first time as a family. Driving around in a rental car was amazing. I had always wanted to climb Mauna Kea, but I was worried about tire punctures and car troubles due to the pressure changes with a regular vehicle, so we requested a guide. With the guide, we received various information, safety tips, and explanations about the stars, which made us feel very secure and turned our Mauna Kea experience into a fun one.
家族で、ハワイ島に初めて行きました。レンタカーで走りました、最高でしたよ、マウナケア山に登りたい希望が、以前からありましたが、一般の車では気圧の関係で、タイヤがパンクしたり、車の故障だとか心配で、ガイドをお願いしました。いろんなお話に注意事項と、星の説明にと、ガイドさんと一緒でとても安心できて、楽しいマウナケアでした。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: anyo
We participated as a couple on September 24, 2011. Since other Japanese tours were fully booked, we opted for this English-guided tour, and it turned out to be more enjoyable for my husband, who grew up in an English-speaking environment.
The sunset viewed from the summit of Mauna Kea was incredibly beautiful and elegant, almost otherworldly. The sea of clouds spread out below us, and the pink-hued scenery was a special sight that is hard to find in Japan. The summit is indeed at an altitude of 4,000 meters, so it felt a bit suffocating, but I didn't experience altitude sickness.
After the sunset, we descended to the visitor center for stargazing, where we saw an astonishing number of stars. We were overwhelmed by the sheer number of stars. It was truly moving, and we were also fortunate to see the Milky Way due to the season.
Although it's not a cheap tour, I believe that if it's your first trip to the Big Island, you should definitely go on this Mauna Kea summit and stargazing tour.
As for the English guide, he explained everything very well and showed us various stars through a telescope. We had a longer stargazing session compared to other Japanese guided tours, and ultimately, our tour was the last to stay at the visitor center.
If you decide to join this English tour, it might be less enjoyable if you don't speak any English at all. I understood about 60-70% of it, but since it was aimed at foreigners, there were some specialized terms that I didn't understand (laughs). My husband helped translate, which was a relief.
The guide, Joe, was considerate and reached out to the Japanese participants, so I think it would be worth trying for those who have some familiarity with English.
Make sure to prepare for the cold. We brought down jackets and hiking pants from Japan, and additionally, we had snowboard layer pants to wear underneath. Even so, I ended up layering with a jacket borrowed from the tour company (it was quite cold during the stargazing part as the sun set and it got chilly).
This tour did not include hotel pickup, so it was a bit of a hassle to gather at the tour company.
Overall, I think we participated in a very good tour. I would love to go again.
2011年9月24日に夫婦2人で参加しました。他の日本語ツアーが満席だったのでこの英語ガイドツアーにしましたが、小さい頃から英語圏で育った主人には、逆にこちらの外人向けツアーの方が自由がきいて楽しかったようです。
マウナケア山頂から眺める夕日は、この世のものとは思えないほど綺麗で優雅でした。雲海が眼下に広がり、桃色にそまる光景は、なかなか日本では見れない特別な景色でした。山頂はやはり4000m級の山なので、息苦しい感じがしましたが、高山病にはなりませんでした。
夕日のあと、visitor centerまで降りて、星空観察しましたが、とてつもないほどの星の数が見れました。あまりの星数に、夫婦で圧倒されてしまいました。本当に感動的でしたし、季節的にも天の川も見れて良かったです。
安くはないツアーですが、初めてのハワイ島旅行なら、このマウナケア山頂&星空観察ツアーだけは行ったほうが良いと思います。
肝心の英語ガイドですが、とてもよく説明してくれましたし、望遠鏡でさまざまな星を見せてくれました。他の日本語ガイドツアーより長く星空観察してくれて、結局私達のツアーが最後までvisitor centerに居ました。
この英語ツアーに参加する場合は、やはり英語がまったくできないと楽しさも半減してしまうかも知れません。私も6~7割くらい理解できましたが、やはり外人向けなので、星の詳しい内容など分からない専門用語もチラホラ(苦笑)主人が通訳してくれたので助かりましたが。
ガイドのJoeさんは、日本人にも心配りで声を掛けてくれてましたし、英語に多少なじみのある方ならトライしてみても良いかと思います。
防寒対策はしっかりした方がいいです。私達は日本からダウンジャケットや登山用ズボンを持っていき、さらにズボンの下に履くスノーボード用のレイヤーパンツを持っていきました。それでも、私は、ツアー会社から借りたジャケットを重ね着したくらいです。(星空ツアーの時が、日が沈み底冷えするので寒かったです)
このツアーはホテルピックアップ付きではなかったので、集合はツアー会社まで行くのが少々面倒でした。
総合的にみて、とても良いツアーに参加できたと思います。
また行ってみたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: トマト
I applied for this tour because other companies' Japanese guided tours were already fully booked on the desired date. There was no pickup from our hotel, so we had to make our way to the nearest pickup point, Waikoloa Village (which is not a problem if you have a rental car). When we arrived, there were several Japanese participants as well.
Along the way, we had a light meal in a tent at a former ranch site. The beef soup was delicious. After that, we took another restroom break at the visitor center. We made several stops for photo opportunities as we headed to the summit. They lend you proper warm clothing, but it was still quite cold. However, the sight of the sunset beyond the sea of clouds was majestic.
After sunset, we descended to the area near the visitor center to observe the starry sky. The guide provided various explanations, but it can be quite challenging to understand without a certain level of English proficiency. Nevertheless, the overwhelming beauty of the starry sky remains unchanged, so it's not a major issue. Overall, I think it was a great tour that offered an experience I wouldn't normally have.
参加希望日に他社の日本語ガイドツアーが既に一杯だったため、本ツアーに申し込みました。
我々の宿泊ホテルでのピックアップはない、とのことで最寄のピックアップポイントであるワイコロアビレッジまでは自力で移動(レンタカーのある方なら問題なし)。
行ってみると日本人の方も数組参加されていた。
途中、中腹の牧場跡地にてテント内での軽食。ビーフスープが美味。
その後ビジターセンターにて再びトイレ休憩。
そして数回写真撮影のためのストップを挟みつつ山頂へ。
しっかりした防寒着を貸して貰えるがそれでもかなりの寒さ。とはいえ雲海の彼方に夕日が沈んでいく光景は荘厳であった。
日没後ビジターセンター付近まで降りて満点の星空を観測。
ガイドさんが色々と解説してくれるのだが、ある程度英語力がないと理解するのはなかなかしんどい。でも圧倒的な星空の素晴らしさはなんら変わらないので大きな問題ではない。
全体的には普段できない経験ができて良いツアーだったと思う。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was our second time participating, along with my aunt and uncle who joined for the first time. I was a bit anxious about the English tour, but the guide was kind, and it seemed that we were able to bond with the other two Japanese couples participating, as we cooperated with each other during the English tour.
Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't observe the stars, but later, through Alan1.net, we received a message from the tour company stating that they would refund half of the tour fee because we couldn't observe the stars due to the weather. I was surprised that they would offer a refund, as I didn't expect it. I appreciate their sincere response.
今回2度目の私たち夫婦と初めての叔母夫婦と参加しました。
英語のツアーで不安もありましたが、ガイドさんも親切で
また他に参加されていた日本人の方2組とも、かえって英語ツアーなので日本人同士協力して仲良くなれたような気がします。
残念ながら天候不良の為、星空は観察できませんでしたが、
後日Alan1.netさんを通して、ツアー会社から連絡があり、
天候不良で星空観察できなかったので、ツアーの代金の半額を返金してくださるとのこと。返金していただけるとは思っていなかったので驚きました。
誠意ある対応に感謝します。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
About ten days before my trip, I made several inquiries to book a tour, but since all the Japanese tours were fully booked, I decided to join this one.
I can't really recommend it for those who don't understand English at all, but if you're okay with explanations in English, I definitely encourage you to participate.
We met at the designated spot around 2 PM and traveled by car with the guide. There were about ten people in our group. We drove along Saddle Road for about two hours and took a break at the foot of Mauna Kea to prevent altitude sickness while having dinner. I heard that the Japanese tour provides bento boxes, but this tour offered corn bread and either beef or vegetable soup (a bit light, but tasty). After about an hour's break, we continued driving up.
We arrived at the summit just before sunset and had about 30 minutes to enjoy the view. The temperature felt below zero... it was quite cold, but they provided winter jackets and gloves, so it was manageable.
After the sunset, we descended a bit to stargaze. The stars are quite beautiful even with the naked eye, and the guide provided detailed explanations of the constellations using a telescope. We stood outside for nearly an hour and a half, so it was very cold. They also served hot cocoa and cookies, but I recommend bringing a hat and hand warmers if you're sensitive to the cold.
This tour, with its fiery sunset and countless stars, including many shooting stars, is something you can never experience in Japan, so I absolutely recommend it! If you're prone to altitude sickness or get motion sickness, please take medication beforehand.
旅行の10日ほど前に予約をしようといくつか問い合わせをしましたが、日本語のツアーが全ていっぱいだったためこちらに参加しました。
英語が全く分からない方にとってはあまりオススメはできませんが、説明が英語でも問題ない方は是非こちらに参加してみてください。
2時ごろ集合場所に車で行き、そこからガイドさんの車で移動。参加人数は1グループにつき10人ほど。
2時間ほどサドル・ロードをひたすら走り、マウナ・ケアの麓で夕食がてら高山病予防のため休憩。日本語のツアーはお弁当が出るそうですが、このツアーはコーン・ブレッドとビーフか野菜のスープ(少し物足りないですが美味しいです)。1時間ほど休憩して、また一気に車であがります。
頂上には太陽が沈む直前につき、30分くらい景色を眺める時間があります。体感温度は0度以下です・・・かなり寒いですが、ちゃんと冬用のジャケットと手袋を貸してくれるので大丈夫です。
夕日のあとは少し山を下って星を見ます。裸眼でもかなりキレイに見えますが、望遠鏡も使いながら星座の説明を詳しくしてくれます。1時間半近く外で立っているのでかなり寒いです。ホットココアとクッキーも出ますが、寒さに弱い人は帽子とホッカイロを持参することをオススメします。
燃えるような夕日と無数の星、流れ星もたくさん見えるこのツアーは日本では決して体験できないので絶対オススメです!高山病になりやすい方や乗り物酔いをする方は予め薬を飲んでから参加してください。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: せつこ
The sunset disappeared in the blink of an eye, but it's a view I could watch forever.
夕陽はあっという間に沈んでしまいましたが、いつまでも見ていたい景色です
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/22 |
Reviewed by: maki
As everyone mentioned, it was a wonderful sunset, just as the rumors said. It was my first time seeing so many stars, and I was truly moved. The Milky Way and shooting stars were beautifully visible.
I thought the 1:30 PM meeting time was early, but considering everyone's health, I understood the schedule after it was over. The beef stew for dinner was delicious, and it had an outdoor vibe, but it might be a bit tough for those who aren't fond of the outdoors.
We had dinner at 5 PM, and we returned after 11 PM, so it might be a good idea to bring some snacks for the night.
Also, it is really cold. Personally, I felt it was colder than winter in Japan, so please make sure to dress warmly.
皆さんのコメント通り、噂通りの素晴らしいサンセットでした。
あんな沢山の星を見たのも初めてですし、感動しっぱなしでした。
ミルキーウェイも流れ星も綺麗に見えました。
13:30の集合は早いのでは?と思ったのですが、体調の事を考えてのスケジュールだったので、終わってみてから納得しました。
夕ご飯のビーフシチューも美味しくて、アウトドアな感じで頂くのですが、アウトドアが苦手な方ならちょっと辛いかもしれません。。
17時にご飯を食べて、戻ってくるのが23時過ぎなので、何か夜食を用意して行かれた方が良いかもしれません。
あと、本当に寒いです。
個人的に日本の冬よりも寒い気がしましたので、本気で防寒して下さいね。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/21 |
Reviewed by: taiga
It was a truly wonderful tour.
I have been to Haleakalā in Maui many times, but I was even more impressed by Mauna Kea.
Also, thank you very much to our guide Leo for all your help.
I am attaching the photo of the moon that Leo took for me.
It was great to learn about the coffee farm and the abalone direct sales shop.
I look forward to seeing you again.
Oh, Buddha Coffee was delicious!
大変すばらしいツァーでした。
マウイのハレヤカラには何度と行きましたが、それよりも高いマウナケア すべてに感動しました。
それとガイドのレオさん いろいろとお世話になりありがとうございました。
レオさんに撮ってもらった月の写真 添付します。
コーヒー農園、アワビの直売所を教えていただき大変良かったです。
また会えるのを楽しみにしています。
あっ ぶっだコーヒー おいしかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/21 |
Reviewed by: tama
On Mauna Kea in Hawaii, there are astronomical observatories from various countries, including Japan's "Subaru." This tour, where you can see the starry sky in such a place, is highly recommended! The number of stars is on a completely different scale than in Japan. I was able to see the Milky Way for the first time, and I was very satisfied!!
Watching the bright red sun set, along with the sea of clouds spreading below from the summit of Mauna Kea (which is over 4,000 meters high, higher than Mount Fuji), was truly moving. The road to the summit is quite rough, so I think it's safer and more enjoyable to go with a tour where a knowledgeable guide drives a 4WD vehicle rather than going in your own rental car.
★Things to check before booking the tour
Depending on the moon phase at that time, the recommendation for whether to join a sunrise or sunset tour to see the starry sky changes. I learned this only after arriving on-site, but I think it's best to confirm this when booking to ensure you can enjoy the stars.
★Differences between tour companies
Since multiple companies operate these tours, I booked without knowing what points to consider. After going myself, I realized that there isn't much difference in the schedule or the number of participants. I haven't checked the contents of the lunch boxes thoroughly, but I don't think there's much difference there either. I only went with Nature School, but it seems they were the only company that provided ski pants, hats, and gloves in addition to jackets as cold-weather gear, which I really appreciated. They also explained the constellations using a laser pointer, making it easy to understand.
ハワイ島マウナケアには日本の「すばる」をはじめ、各国の天文観測所が設置されています。
そんな場所で星空が見れちゃうこのツアーは本当におススメ!日本とはスケールがまったくちがう数の星。初めて天の川も見れて、大満足でした!!
真っ赤な太陽が沈んでいく様子も、マウナケア山頂(富士山よりも高い、標高4000m以上)から下に広がる雲海とともに見られて、とても感動的です。
山頂まで行く途中はかなり道が悪いので、自分のレンタカーで行くよりも、慣れたガイドさんが4WD車を運転してくれるツアーで行くほうが、安心だし十分楽しめると思います。
★ツアー申込前に確かめてほしいこと
その時期の月齢によって、サンライズツアー/サンセットツアーのどちらで星空を見るのがおすすめか変わるそうです。私は現地に着いて初めて知りましたが、申込時に確認したほうが確実に星を楽しめると思います。
★ツアー会社のちがい
複数の会社が催行しているため、何をポイントに申し込めば良いのかわからないまま私は申し込みました。
自分で行ってみて思いましたが、タイムスケジュールや定員人数にはほとんど差は無いようです。お弁当の中身も、ちゃんと確かめてはいないですがそれほどの差は無いかと^^
私はネイチャースクールでしか行っていませんが、防寒具としてジャケット以外にスキーウエア的なズボンや帽子・手袋も貸して下さっていたのはこちらの会社のみのようで、とてもありがたかったです。また星座も、レーザーポインタで指し示しながら解説してくださるので話が分かりやすかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/20 |
Reviewed by: みこ
The Mauna Kea tour in September is fully booked everywhere!! It was a good decision to make a reservation in advance with Alan1. Since all the tours have a small number of participants, they fill up quickly. I recommend making an early reservation... it seems impossible to do so once you arrive in September.
Honestly, I didn't have high expectations, but I was incredibly impressed and came back amazed. The beauty of the sunset is the best.
However, since it was close to a full moon, the brightness of the moon overshadowed the stars... which was a bit disappointing!!
But I was happy to see the craters on the moon through the telescope. September is the time of the Mid-Autumn Festival, so the moon is beautiful.
Next time, I will aim for a new moon and participate again. The photos I uploaded are of the sunset, the observation deck, and the bright, beautiful moon.
マウナケアのツアーは9月は、どこも満席状態!!
まえもって、Alan1で予約していって正解でした。
どのツアーも少人数なので、すぐに満席になるようです。
早めの予約をお勧めします・・・・現地についてからなんて
9月は無理みたいです。
正直、あまり期待しないでいったのですが・・・・
想像以上に きれいで、超感激して帰ってきました。
夕日の美しさ、最高です。
ただ、★は満月に近かったので、月の明るさに負けてしまい・・・少々 残念!!
でも、望遠鏡で、月のクレーターを見れたのは、うれしかった。
9月は中秋の名月で、月がきれいな時期ですものね。
今度は新月ねらって、また参加します。
UPした写真は、夕日や展望台ときれいな明るい月です。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was the best.
The guide's knowledge, the beautiful starry sky and sunset.
It became the best memory.
I'm glad I participated.
最高でした。
ガイドさんの知識、美しい星空と夕景。
最高の思い出になりました。
参加してよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Kim&Geoff
We were on our honeymoon, looking for something to do, this was so unique! Who would of thought we would be in a parka in Hawaii! Pick this company! There were many up there, but these guys did it best, so thankful we paid a bit more and got an awesome experience. Staff was wonderful, thank you!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Wonderful experience! Felt a bit rushed with having our dinner. Not enough bath room breaks, especially after having a cup of coffee after star gazing and then having a two hour drive back to our hotels, made for a very uncomfortable ride home.
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a family of three. The car was full. The staff who provided the transportation was very good at talking, and we enjoyed ourselves during the ride. The miso soup in the bento during the break was delicious. It seemed that the conditions on the day we participated were good, and the temperature was a bit high. Still, it was quite cold at night without winter clothing. After getting off near the summit, we walked a little more to reach the top's cairn. It was my first summit!!! The altimeter indeed showed over 4000 meters. During the stargazing, we descended a bit to avoid disturbing the observatory. Since the moon was not out at that time, we were able to fully enjoy the starry sky. After living for several decades, I was able to see the Milky Way and my first shooting star with my own eyes.
家族3人で参加。車は満席でした。送迎スタッフはとても話が上手な方で、車中でも楽しませていただきました。途中休憩のお弁当のお味噌汁が美味しかったです。参加した日は好条件だったようで少し気温が高めだったようです。それでも防寒着なしで夜の寒さは厳しいですね。山頂近くで下車してから残り少し歩いて頂上のケルンへ。初登頂!!!。高度計は確かに4000m以上を示していました。星空観察時には天文台の邪魔にならないよう少し下山。月もでていない時間帯だったこともあり、星空を堪能することができました。○十年生きていて、初天の川と初流れ星を目で見ることができました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/23 |
Reviewed by: みーにゃ
I knew that the moon would be nearly full during my vacation, but I was disappointed with the stargazing results. A new moon would have been best, and I regret not considering the moonrise time.
Japanese people love moon viewing, so the moon I saw from the summit of Mauna Kea was wonderful. At the same time, the observatories floating in the evening scenery were beautiful.
I don't think there was much concern about altitude sickness, but as regular trail runners, we got a bit carried away and quickly became out of breath while running up the mountain path (laughs).
Mauna Kea looks close, but it's a distant mountain that requires someone to take you there. It was a great experience. If I have the chance to go again, I want to experience a sky full of stars, where the stars alone are bright, and see shooting stars continuously. It was comparable to the starry sky in Tokyo...
まず休暇の日程ありで仕方なく月はほぼ満月なのは知っていましたが星空はがっかりな結果になりました。新月なのがベストですが、月の出時間も検討していけばよかったと反省です。
お月見は日本人は好きですからマウナケアの頂上で見た月はすばらしかった。同時に夕景に浮かぶ天文台群も美しい。
高山病の心配はほとんどないと思うのですが普段トレランをする私たちが調子に乗って頂上への山道を走ったらあっという間に息が上がりました(笑)
マウナケアは近くに見えても遠い山で連れてきてもらわなければいけません。いい経験をしました。もし次回があったら満天の星、星だけで明るいという経験、流れ続ける星なんていうのを経験したいもんです。東京での星空なみでしたから。。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was nice, and I was able to enjoy a sky full of stars. The staff were kind and helpful. I had a headache, possibly due to the altitude, but it went away once I came down. I think my child had a great experience as well.
お天気も良く、満天の星空を堪能出来ました。スタッフの方も親切で良かったです。高度の為か頭痛がしましたが、降りてきたら治りました。子供も良い経験が出来たと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/19 |
Reviewed by: sato
It's a tour that definitely takes time, but it's absolutely worth it.
It's like a different world. The stargazing spot is also different from other tours, as it's in a completely dark area, making the night sky truly exceptional.
時間はかかるけどぜったいに行くべきツアーです。
別世界ですよ。
星空の観測場所も他のツアーとは違って真っ暗な場所なので星空も格別でした。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sea of clouds was beautiful!
雲海がきれいでした!
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The loco moco was delicious!
The waterfall was beautiful!
I was able to take a lot of pictures!
ロコモコ美味しかったです!
滝もきれいでした!
写真もいっぱいとってもらえました!
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/10 |
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Thank you for participating. I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful nature of the Big Island and created wonderful memories.
Regarding the hotel transfer for your return, there are some areas where we cannot provide transfers, but since it will be late at night, we will do our best to accommodate as many customers as possible. While I cannot guarantee it, please request a return transfer if needed.
We hope to see you again on the Big Island.
Mahalo!
参加していただきありがとうございました。ハワイ島の美しい自然を楽しんでいただき、素敵な思い出を作っていただいたようでとても嬉しいです。
帰りのホテル送迎については、送迎できないエリアのホテルもございますが夜遅くなるので出来る限りお客様を送迎できるよう努めています。確約できませんが、もし帰りの送迎が必要な場合はリクエストしてください。
またハワイ島に遊びにきてください。
マハロ!