Reviewed by: 原澤利弥
The moon was a thin crescent, so without being disturbed by the lights, I was able to fully enjoy the perfectly clear starry sky for the third time. My son and I said, "I wish Mom could have seen this," remembering my wife who passed away last year. I hope many people get to see this.
月が細い三日月だったので、あかりに邪魔されず、正に満天のクリアーな星空を3度目の参加で堪能することがて巻きました。息子と2人「お母さんにも見せたかったね」と昨年亡くなった妻を偲んだ次第です。是非多くの人に見てもらいたいとおもいます。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Taro
We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon, wanting to enjoy nature not only on Oahu but also on the Big Island. We participated in this popular tour and were very satisfied. We also joined the sunrise tour early in the morning, participating in both the sunrise and sunset tours in one day. I was unsure if it made sense to join similar tours twice, but I’m glad we did (it was quite physically demanding, though!). During the sunrise tour, there are fewer people at the summit of Mauna Kea, allowing us to quietly enjoy the starry sky and sunrise. Although it was dark and I was sleepy, making it hard to see the scenery around Mauna Kea during the sunrise tour, the sunset tour allowed us to enjoy the views at a leisurely pace. The fact that the sun sets and rises in different places, and the starry sky looks different, made it worthwhile to see both. Personally, I was very happy to have seen the starry sky twice!
新婚旅行でハワイを訪れ、オアフ島だけでなく、ハワイ島で自然を満喫したいという思いでハワイ島を訪れました。そして人気のあるこのツアーに参加しましたが、大満足でした。私達は早朝にサンライズツアーにも参加しており、一日にサンライズとサンセット両方のツアーに参加しました。二回も同じようなツアーに参加する意味があるのか疑問でしたが、両方のツアーに参加してよかったと思います(体力的に結構ハードですが笑)。サンライズツアーの時間帯ではマウナケア山頂に行く人が少ないため、静かに星空やサンライズを見ることができます。サンライズツアーでは暗くて眠くてあまりマウナケア周辺の景色を見ることができませんでしたが、サンセットツアーではゆっくり景色を楽しむことができます。そして太陽が沈む、出てくる場所が違う、星空の顔が違うということで二度見る価値はありました。個人的には星空を二回も見れたとことが大変よかったです!!
Dear Taro,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour & Sunrise and Stargazing Tour. We are truly delighted that you were able to join both tours! It’s quite rare for customers to participate in both at the same time!
As you mentioned, the sunrise and sunset tours can be considered completely different experiences. Since the stars are constantly moving, you can enjoy entirely different night skies, and you can also see the sun rising from the sea of clouds and setting, so there is definitely enough value in participating in both!
We are honored that we could provide a page of memories for such an important trip as your honeymoon!
Thank you again for using Masashi's Nature School. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
Taro様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空ツアー&朝陽と星空ツアーに御参加頂き誠にありがとうございます。
両方のツアーに御参加して頂けたなんて本当に嬉しいです^^ なかなか両方同時にご参加して頂けるお客様はいないです!
Taro様のおっしゃる通り、朝陽と夕陽のツアーは全く別物と考えても過言じゃありません。
星も常に移動しているため全然違う星空を楽しむこともできますし、太陽も雲海から昇ってくる顔と沈んでいく顔を見ることが出来ますので両方参加してみる価値は十分あります!
今回Taro様達は新婚旅行でのお越しで、そんな大事な旅行の思い出の1ページを弊社がご提供することが出来て光栄です!
この度はマサシのネイチャースクールをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございました。
どうか末永くお幸せになってください^^
ネイチャースクール
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/05 |
Reviewed by: ダルマ
It was truly a precious experience to see the manta rays dancing right in front of me. The sunset over the ocean as seen from the boat was an unforgettable beauty. On the way back after seeing the manta rays, we rode the boat through the dark, speeding along like on a banana boat, which was exhilarating! There were also reliable Japanese staff present, so I felt safe participating. I give it a perfect score of 100, no, 150 points!!
マンタが目の前でぐるぐるとダンスするという、本当に貴重な体験でした。
ボートから見た海に沈む夕陽、忘れられない美しさです。
マンタを見た後戻るときにも、真っ暗闇をボートにまたがりバナナボート風で突っ走り、爽快!
頼りになる日本人スタッフもいらして、安心して参加できました。
100点、いや、150点!!です!!
ALOHA!! Thank you for enrolling at Manta University! We hope you come to visit Manta and the staff again. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご入学頂きありがとうございました! また是非、マンタやスタッフに会いにいらしてくださいね。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/31 |
Reviewed by: ダルマ
The departure time was changed to 9 AM due to equipment checks. The price remains unchanged, so that’s not an issue.
Aside from us, there was only one couple, so we had the vast ocean all to ourselves. At an altitude of 244 meters, I felt a moment of hesitation, but once I got used to it, it was truly exhilarating! My 9-year-old daughter was also very excited.
All we could see below was the ocean. When I experienced this in Oahu, I saw many people enjoying banana boats and snorkeling, but on the Big Island, it was really just the sea!
I highly recommend it!
機材の確認?とかで、出発が9時に変更になりました。料金も変更なく、その点は特に問題無し。
私たちの他はカップル一組だけで、大海原を独占状態。
高度244メートルの世界、一瞬足がすくみましたが、慣れてくると本当に爽快!!
9歳の娘も大興奮でした。
眼下は海のみ。以前オアフで体験したときは、バナナボートやシュノーケルなどを体験している人たちがたくさん見えましたが、ハワイ島は本当に海だけ!!
おススメです!
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| Packages: | <早朝割引>高さ243メートル |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/31 |
Reviewed by: Taro
We visited the Big Island for our honeymoon and participated in this tour with my wife. We were taught the basics of kayaking and then set out to sea! It was a fantastic location with a pleasant breeze, and we were able to paddle gracefully, which made us very satisfied! However, perhaps due to several days of sleep deprivation, my wife started to feel seasick about 20 minutes into paddling... We paddled quite a distance, so I was very happy, but for my wife, it was a time of endurance, haha. I have snorkeled at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and I remember being very disappointed because the wind was strong and the water was murky, but the waters around the Big Island were incredibly clear, allowing us to see all the way to the bottom. There were plenty of fish swimming around, and there were corals as well, making for an amazing snorkeling experience. However, by the time I got back on the kayak, I was also feeling seasick... It was a very fun tour, but if you're prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some medication before participating.
新婚旅行でハワイ島を訪れ、このツアーに妻と二人で参加しました。カヤックの簡単な漕ぎ方を教えていただきいざ海へ!最高のロケーションと心地よい風の中優雅にカヤックを漕げて大満足!しかし、連日の睡眠不足がたたったか漕ぎ始めて20分ほどで妻が船酔いに・・・。結構な距離を漕ぎますので私は大満足だったのですが、妻にとっては我慢の時間帯でした笑私はオーストラリアのグレートバリアリーフでシュノーケリングしたことがありますが、風が強く海も濁っていてとても残念だった記憶があるのですが、ハワイ島の海はとても綺麗で海の底まではっきりと見え、魚もたくさん泳いでおり、さらにサンゴもいて感動のシュノーケリングになりました。ただ泳ぎ疲れてカヤックに乗ったころには私も船酔いに・・・。とても楽しかったツアーでしたが、酔いやすい方は酔い止めを飲まれて参加されたほうがいいかもしれません。
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| Packages: | 海中洞窟探検プラン(2018/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/06 |
Reviewed by: K Engstrom
Beautiful views of Kohala mountains and ocean. Guides accessed the experience of the group and allowed cantering. Some how the 2.5 hr wasn't long enough. Glad we did this.
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| Packages: | 2.5 Hour Horse Riding Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/04 |
Reviewed by: LAxSachi
Since we are 64 and 63 years old, we arrived on the Big Island two days ago to consider our health, and we took it easy the day before climbing Mauna Kea.
We had a guide who provided information about the history of Hawaii Island and its unique flora and fauna, and we were able to enjoy overcoming the bumpy roads.
I was worried about altitude sickness, but by following the guide's specific advice like "Don't sleep here / Let's take care of the restroom / Put on gloves and a knit hat at this point," I had no issues.
I was able to remember and record things like the "flower of connection" and "silversword," which I wouldn't have noticed if I hadn't participated in the tour.
The stargazing using the reflecting telescope next to the Onizuka Center was a wonderful lecture, and I recommend this tour even for those who are not interested in astronomy. The fact that we could download the photos taken by the guide also added to the value of the experience.
"We want to strengthen our legs and aim to see the lava flowing into the sea next time," we discussed as an elderly couple. If that opportunity arises, please let us know!
64歳&63歳ですので体調を考慮して、2日前にビッグアイランドに到着し、マウナケア登頂前日もゆっくり過ごしました。
ハワイ島の歴史や固有動植物の案内があり、凸凹道も楽しく克服できました。
不安だった高山病ですが、ガイドさんの「ここでは寝ないでください/トイレを済ませましょう/手袋とニット帽はこの時点で」等、具体的なアドバイスに従うことで問題ありませんでした。
ツアーに参加しなければ目に入ることのなかった【縁結びの花】や【銀剣草】なども記憶と記録に残すことができました。
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オニヅカセンター横での反射望遠鏡を使った天体観測は素晴らしいレクチャーで、天体に興味がない人にもお勧めのツアーです。
ガイドさんが撮影して下さった写真をダウンロードできる点もお得感を倍増させます。
「足腰を鍛えて、次回は溶岩が海に流れ落ちるところを目指したいね。」
と話し合っている老夫婦です。そのチャンスがあればヨロシク!!
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
Many of our guests return for the Mauna Kea tour on the Big Island after experiencing it just once.
Since it has been selected as one of the world's breathtaking views, the scenery is truly magnificent.
We, the staff, sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.
Nature School
Tomoe
弊社のツアーにご参加頂きましてまことにありがとうございました。
ハワイ島のマウナケアツアーは一度参加するとまたお越しいただけるというリピーター様がたくさんおられます。
世界の絶景にも選ばれているこらいですから本当に素晴らしい景色でございます。
次回またのご来島をスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
ネイチャースクール
トモエ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/27 |
Reviewed by: 自然児
It was the first time for my husband and children to ride horses properly. After a brief explanation in English, each person was assigned a horse, and they quickly got on. From the moment they mounted, they held the reins themselves and started moving! At first, my sons were nervous, but after about 10 minutes, they seemed to be having a great time. They enjoyed the beautiful scenery while riding. Then, after about 30 to 40 minutes, when the instructor asked, "Do you want to try running?" they all nodded and started to run together! My eldest son enjoyed running several times afterward, while my younger son, who was scared, took his time walking, which was nice as everyone could progress at their own pace. After more than an hour and a half of riding, we finished, and it was interesting to see the contrasting feelings between the exhausted parents and the kids who wanted to ride even more. As a side note, it seemed beneficial for my sons, who are learning English, that everything was conducted in English.
ちゃんとした乗馬が初めての主人と子供たち。
英語での簡単な説明の後、一人に一頭の馬があてがわれ、早速乗ることに。
乗った瞬間から手綱を自分で持ち、移動開始!
始めはドキドキしていた息子たちは10分もすると楽しそうに。
素晴らしい景色を堪能しながらの楽しい乗馬を満喫していました。
そして30~40分して頃、「走ってみたい?」というインストラクターの一声に頷くと皆で一斉に走り始めることに!
走りを満喫する長男はその後も何度か走りに挑戦、怖いという次男はマイペースに歩き、と個々のペースで進めることもありがたかったです。
一時間半以上の乗馬の後に終了したが、くたくたの親ともっともっと乗っていたかった、ということもたちの感想が対照的でした。
補足ではありますが、英語を学習中の息子たちにとっては英語オンリーであることも良かったみたいです。
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| Packages: | 1.5時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Jewel
First it started off with a mix up with the dates!! I booked for 8-29-2016 with the voucher confirmation for the 29th of August but was contacted by the host stating that we are schedule for 8-31-2016. We have already left the Condo, on our way to the tour which is a 1 1/2 hrs away when I got a call from the host of the tour!!!! We have already been driving for about 1/2 hr at that point. So then the tour was cancelled for 8-31-2016 due to the Hurricane threat and was told that I will be refunded. So I am back in my home town without doing any of the things I wanted to do!!!!!
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| Packages: | Waipio Horseback Ride & Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Terry Charbonneau
We booked our tour of the Waipio valley with the hope of a different type of Hawaiian adventure. Jaime was our well versed guide. His humour and eagerness to share his vast knowledge of Hawaii history, as well as the flora and fauna of the valley made the tour quite memorable. However the ability to rid beautiful beautiful ,well mannered horses in such a magical historical setting made the the rid unforgettable. My hats off to Jaime
and the rest of the wonderful staff that made this the
best Horse back ride that we have ever exprienced. This is definately some
thing that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.
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| Packages: | Waipio Horseback Ride & Waterfalls Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Ian S
Jim Cary was our tour guide and he did a great job. He was extremely knowledgable of the Hawaiian and Polanisian culture which made the day that much better. The vehicle was not as comfortable as I expected a Mercedes to be, definitely the only downfall of the whole trip. All in all, a high 9/10
Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great day with Jim! He is a wonderful guide who loves to share his songs and stories of the islands. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Chabee☆
I used the service on September 25, 2015.
As expected, Big Island‼︎
The views from the sky were breathtaking.
The opportunity arose on our first day in Hawaii Island when we found the helicopter pad, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, on the way from the airport to the hotel‼︎
Originally, we planned to go to Kilauea, but the moment I saw the helicopter... I couldn't suppress the desire to see everything from above(^^;;
On our last day on Hawaii Island, we had a morning flight at 7 AM to Honolulu, and fortunately, we were blessed with clear skies. We were able to fully enjoy places and views that we could never have accessed on our own, and we had a wonderful time.
The English guide was entertaining and explained things in a clear manner, sometimes seriously, and he engaged with us throughout the flight. At the scenic points, he maneuvered the helicopter 360° so that everyone could see the same view. Thanks to the pilot's kindness and cheerfulness, the atmosphere was relaxed throughout the journey♪
For my husband and me, who were visiting Hawaii Island for the first time, it was the perfect activity.
And this year, our late summer vacation will be... Maui!
I think we will be relying on VELTRA again.
I'm looking forward to it☆
2015年9月25日に利用させていただきました。
さすが、Big Island‼︎
空から眺める景色はどれも圧巻でした。
きっかけは、ハワイ島初日、空港からホテルに向かう途中に見つけたヘリポート、ブルーハワイアンヘリコプターズ‼︎
元々、キラウエアに行く予定でいましたが、ヘリを見た瞬間…上から眺めたい欲望が抑えられませんでした(^^;;
ハワイ島最終日、お昼にはホノルルへ向かう為、朝イチ7時のフライトでしたが、運良く晴天にも恵まれ、決して自分達だけでは行けない場所、見れない景色を十分に堪能でき、素敵な時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
英語ガイドでしたが、面白おかしく、時には真面目に分かりやすく説明して下さり、何かと声を掛けて頂き、絶景ポイントでは全員が同じ景色を見れるよう360°操縦してくれます。パイロットの優しさと陽気さで、移動中は終始和やかムード♪
初ハワイ島の私達夫婦にとっては、ピッタリのアクティビティでした。
そして、今年も遅い私達の夏休みは…マウイ島!
VELTRAさん、またお世話になると思います。
今から楽しみです☆
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Ian
Really excellent trip, would recommend it to anyone.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/28 |
Reviewed by: ちーこ
Entering the ocean at night and getting close to the manta rays was terrifying, but it was truly breathtaking and exhilarating. I have had the opportunity to encounter dolphins and sea turtles while swimming in the waters of Hawaii several times, but the experience with the manta rays was even more moving and exciting. My husband, who initially had low expectations, was also extremely thrilled.
夜の海に入ることも、マンタに接近することも、恐怖心がありましたが、ほんとに圧巻としか言いようがないほど、興奮しました。ハワイの海で、イルカや海亀に遭遇して一緒に泳ぐ機会が、今まで何度かありましたが、マンタはそれ以上に感動、興奮しました。はじめは期待していなかった主人も大興奮でした。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University. We are thrilled to hear that you were able to experience the excitement of seeing manta rays up close. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 マンタを間近で見る感動を感じていただけたようで何よりです。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ワイコロア以北方面送迎プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/21 |
Reviewed by: Jeanne
Guide was very informative. He talked about everything we were seeing and was easy to listen to. The only concern I had was that the tour company needs to adjust expected arrival times to account for other pick ups and traffic.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/23 |
Reviewed by: Barb
Very cool experience. There were 12 Mantas swimming around us. The crew were safety conscious and handled a guy that freaked out in the water very professionally. No shame and wanted everyone to have a good time. Hot Chocolate provided with fresh fruit.
Awesome! Glad you had a good time and thank you for the positive feedback.
Capt. Tim
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| Packages: | Moonlight Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/17 |
Reviewed by: Tomio
Great food and show. The fire knife performer was our favorite!
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/26 |
Reviewed by: MOKA
They arrived on time at 1:30 PM. The guide is Jin, also known as Big Jin. It seems he majored in geology and botany at the University of Hawaii, and he provided detailed explanations about the lava and vegetation along the way.
To acclimatize to the altitude, we stopped at the Onizuka Center, and around 4:00 PM, we had our meal (a bento). Therefore, it would be wise to have an early lunch on that day. Additionally, the places to eat (with benches) are limited, so if you want to eat in peace, it's best to secure a seat early. It started to rain on the day, so we took shelter in the car.
After that, we headed straight for the summit. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the spectacular sunset due to intermittent rain, but the view from 4,000 meters was exceptional. The summit of Mauna Kea was truly divine.
For stargazing, the clouds didn't clear, and the guide was having trouble deciding on various locations, but we finally found a spot near Waikoloa where there was a break in the clouds above us. We were able to see various constellations centered around the Milky Way. The guide pointed them out with a laser beam, making it easy to understand. Additionally, they took high-quality photos of us against the starry sky with a high-performance camera. It's rare to capture such images with a regular camera, making it a valuable experience. The photos can be downloaded later.
While the guide was fine, I had hoped for a magnificent sunset, so I rated it four stars.
13時30分の定刻通り迎えにいらっしゃいました。ガイドはビックジンことJINさんです。ハワイ大学で地質や植物学を専攻されていたようで、道中は溶岩や植生のことを詳しく解説いただきました。
高地順応するため途中でオニヅカセンターに立ち寄り、16時00分頃にご飯(お弁当)となります。ですので、当日のランチは早めに摂っておいた方が賢明かと思います。また、食べる所(ベンチがあるところ)は限られており、落ち着いて食べたい人は早めに席を確保しておくとよいでしょう。当日は途中で雨が降ってきたので、車の中に逃げ込みましたが。
その後、一気に頂上を目指します。あいにく断続的に雨が降る中、スペクタクルな夕焼けは見ることができませんでしたが、4000mから見る景色は格別でした。マウナケア山頂も神々しい限りです。
星空観測は雲が切れず、ガイドさんもいろいろ場所を決めかねていましたが、
やっとワイコロアの近くで頭上にポカリと雲が抜けているところがありました。
天の川を中心にいろいろな星座を見えることができました。レーザービームで指し示してくれるのでわかりやすかったです。また、自分たちと星降る空を高性能カメラで撮影いただきました。普通のカメラではなかなか撮れないので貴重です。写真は後日、ダウンロードできます。
ガイド自体は問題なかったのですが、やはり雄大な夕焼けを期待していたので、
評価は4つ星にさせていただきました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/21 |
Reviewed by: KCarson
The sunset dinner cruise my wife and I took lived up to the hype. The food was excellent! The western coast of the Big Island was just beautiful at that time of day. We also got to see a pod of dolphins (I would say at least 20 jumping out of the water) along the way. Can't recommend this activity enough!!!
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/21 |
Reviewed by: Bill Nott
It turned out to be just the two of us on the cruise,,,It was great fun and swimming with those sea behemoths is magical! Our two person crew were very gracious and gave a wonderful view of the rays and other island animals...and it included sushi!
Aloha, Bill! We're pleased to learn that you had "great fun" and a "magical swim" with the mantas while aboard with Kona Ocean Experience! Mahalo for your kind compliments regarding our crew and the overall tour. We hope that you may have a chance to join us again sometime in the future for another memorable tour!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/03 |
Reviewed by: K.M
I participated for the first time with my mother, husband, and eldest daughter. Hawaii Island is not just about Kilauea! It was a series of moving experiences. Thank you very much.
母と夫 長女と四人で初めて参加しました。
ハワイ島はキラウエアだけではないのですね!
感動の連続でした。ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/27 |
Reviewed by: madai
I stayed at the Courtyard King Kamehameha Hotel. The show takes place at this hotel.
We were supposed to gather at 5:00 PM, but when we arrived, there was a long line in the hallway next to the lobby. I recommend arriving early for check-in, as being late in line can affect your meal time later. If you pay a special fee, you can get seats closer to the front and don’t have to wait as long.
When you line up, they will ask if you want a flower lei or a shell lei. The shell lei is free, while the flower lei comes at a cost. We exchanged shell leis with each other. After that, we exchanged our vouchers for tickets and headed to the venue.
Once we arrived at the venue, soothing Hawaiian music was playing continuously. We waited at our seats until everyone was at their tables. Drinks are self-serve near the entrance. Adults can have beer or mai tais, while children only get red cranberry juice. My 10-year-old child was not allowed to have that. At the same time, there was an introduction to about five traditional games, where you could decorate your face and feet with stamps. Participation in these activities was optional.
Afterward, there was a hula dance lesson, and explanations about traditional dishes, such as meat wrapped in banana leaves and steamed, along with about 30 minutes of free time. Hawaiian music continued to play during this time. About an hour after entering, King Kamehameha finally arrived from the sea.
After that, it was finally time for dinner, but we had to go up to the buffet in order from the front tables. However, we couldn’t go up freely. They called each table, so we had to wait at least 30 minutes after the first table was called. My 10-year-old fell asleep without eating, despite being hungry, as it took a long time for our table to be called.
Desserts, coffee, and tea were available. Just when I thought we could return to our room after finishing our meal, the show finally began. The show featured Hawaiian dances and a fire show, which were quite good, but it took a considerable amount of time to get to the meal and to watch the show. You really need to have a relaxed mindset and plenty of time, or else you might end up feeling exhausted.
The Hawaiian music was very pleasant, and my two sons and husband dozed off, swaying their heads during the crucial part of the show. It ended at 8:30 PM. I think it’s a show more suited for adults. My 10-year-old ultimately didn’t wake up and managed to eat a packed meal of chicken nuggets, fries, white rice, and meat after we returned to the room. It’s a show aimed at older audiences rather than children.
コートヤードキングカメハメハホテルに宿泊してました。ショーはこのホテルで行われます。
17:00集合でしたが、行くとロビー横の廊下に長蛇の列ができてました。
後のことも考えると受付には早くいくことをお勧めします。並ぶのが遅いと、後々食事時間に影響します。
特別料金を払うと前の方の席になり、あまり並ぶ必要もありません。
並ぶと順番に対応してくれますが、花のレイか貝殻のレイか聞かれます。貝殻は無料で花のレイ有料です。お互いに貝殻のレイをかけあいました。
その後バウチャーをチケットにかえ、入場する会場に向かいます。
会場につくとず~っとゆったりとしたハワイアンミュージックが演奏されています。全員がテーブルにつくまで、席に座って待ちます。飲み物は入口の近くに自分でとりにいきます。大人はビールやマイタイが提供され、子どもは赤いクランベリージュースのみです。10歳の子供はそれがダメでした。それと同時に5種類くらいの昔の遊びや顔や足にスタンプのような飾りをつけたりと伝統的な昔の遊びの紹介があります。それに参加するかどうかは自由です。その後フラダンスのレッスンがあつたり、伝統的な料理、バナナの皮に肉を包んで蒸すなどの説明があったり、30分くらいの自由な時間があります。その間もハワイアンミュージックがずっとかかってます。入場して一時間くらい経つとようやく海からカメハメハ大王が陸に上陸してきます。
それが終わるとようやく食事ですが、前方の席から順番によぱれ食事(ビュッフェ)を取りにいきます。でも自由には取りにいけないのです。テーブルごとによばれるので、とにかく最初のテーブルの人たちが呼ばれてからもさいてい30分は待ちました。10歳の子供は、ゆったりとしたミュージックと昼のシュノーケリングでとうとうご飯を食べずに寝てしまいました。お腹がへっているのに、なかなか順番は来ず、自分のテーブルの順番を待ってやっとご飯を食べました。
デザートコーヒー紅茶はあります。
御飯が食べ終わってもう部屋に帰ってもいいんじゃないのと思う頃にようやくショーが始まりました。ショーはハワイアンダンスにファイヤーショーがあったりなかなかよかったですが、とにかく食事にありつくのにも、ショーを見るのにも時間がかなりかかり、心と時間にかなりゆとりをもたないと、逆に疲れてしまいました。
ハワイアンミュージックはとても心地よく、息子二人と旦那もウトウト肝心のショーの時には、
頭が揺れてました。終わりは20:30。大人が参加するショーかなと思います。
10歳の子供は結局起きず、何とかチキンナゲットとポテト、白ご飯とお肉だけをいただいたパックに詰め込んで、部屋に戻ってから食べました。
子どもより年配の方々向けのショーです。
Dear Madai,
Thank you for enjoying the luau show with your family. We appreciate your valuable feedback, and we can certainly take several points into consideration for the future. It seems you had a very enjoyable day. We sincerely apologize for the delay and for any fatigue caused towards the end.
We will also think of ideas to make it more enjoyable for children.
Thank you for spending time with us during your wonderful trip to the Big Island. May the spirit of Aloha always be with you, your children, your husband, and your family.
madai様。この度はご家族でルアウショーをお楽しみいただきありがとうございました。とても貴重なご意見をいただき、私たちも今後の参考として思う点がいくつか
感じることができます。とても楽しい一日を過ごされたご様子。随分遅くなってしまい、最後は疲れさせてしまいまして本当に申し訳ございませんでした。
お子様がもっと楽しめるようなアイデアを私たちも考えてみようと思います。
素敵なハワイ島の旅の中で、私たちとのお時間を過ごしてくださりありがとうございました。
madai様に、お子様、旦那様、ご家族の皆様にいつもAlohaの風が届きますように。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/21 |
Reviewed by: H James
Devon was great, informative, fun, and adventurous. The caves and snorkeling were amazing. The remote location was fantastic, Devon added to the trip with his exciting and friendly personality teaching us about the land formations, the sea, and Hawaiian folklore. A must see, will be booking again next year with Devon for my whole family.
HJames
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/24 |
Reviewed by: カズファミリー
I'm glad I was able to safely visit Mauna Kea, which is higher than Mount Fuji, without getting altitude sickness. I was happy to see the sunset and the sea of clouds during the breaks along the way. The staff mentioned that due to the moon, the stars wouldn't be very visible, but I was pleased to see them better than in Japan. Since it gets cold, warm soup might be better than coffee.
富士山より高いマウナケアに安心安全に行けて高山病にならず良かったです。途中休憩があり夕日も雲海も見れて幸せでした。
スタッフの方から月の関係で星があまり見えないと言われましたが日本より良く見えて良かったです。
体が冷えるのでコーヒーより暖かいスープだともっと良いかもしれませんねー。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/10 |
Reviewed by: はじめてプーケット
On the day I participated, there were many mantas, and I was able to see them up close multiple times. I heard from the instructor that mantas are gentle creatures that are not poisonous and do not sting, but they are quite large and impressive. They swim slowly, allowing for a thorough observation of their mouths.
On the boat out to sea, we were able to see a beautiful sunset on the way there and a starry sky on the way back. Since mantas are wild, there's no guarantee they will appear on any given day, but just the boat ride itself is satisfying. Additionally, the instructor is Japanese, so the explanations are easy to understand and reassuring.
参加した日は、マンタがたくさん出てきてくれて、何度も間近で見ることができました。
インストラクターの方から、マンタは、毒もないし刺したりもしない優しい生物と聞いていましたが、体が大きく迫力満点です。ゆーっくり泳ぐので、口の中までじっくり観察できますよ。
沖に出るボートでは、行きは美しい夕日が見れて、帰りは満天の星空が見れます。マンタは野生なのでその日に出てきてくれるかは確約できないそうですが、行き帰りのボートだけでも満足できます。また、インストラクターが日本人なので、解説もわかりやすく安心です。
Thank you very much for participating in Manta University this time. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ワイコロア以北方面送迎プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/22 |
Reviewed by: Emil
Very nice views from the slopes of the Kohala mountain. It was very nice riding through the big open hillsides, and seeing Maui in the distance.
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| Packages: | 1.5 Hour Horse Riding Tour |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/25 |
Reviewed by: ひまわり
I can hardly speak English, but I decided to join the tour anyway! It was an afternoon tour.
Keauhou Bay felt like a hidden gem and had a bit of a mystical vibe. The water was very clear, and there were plenty of fish, but I felt that the quantity and variety were not much different from Kahalu'u Beach Park. For those who are used to snorkeling, it might feel a bit lacking.
The staff were friendly and kind. Even though I didn't understand the language, I was able to enjoy myself and it became a wonderful memory.
Below, I will outline the flow of the day. For those who also struggle with English, I hope this helps!
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First, upon arriving on the Big Island, I had to make a reconfirmation call, which was the biggest hurdle. You can find detailed information about reconfirmation on the VELTRA website.
Since I didn’t have a rental car that day, I walked from the Sheraton Hotel to the meeting point. It took about 5 minutes on foot.
When I handed over the voucher at the reception, there was a quick explanation in English. Looking back, I think they mentioned that the snorkeling masks would be provided before boarding, and the fins would be handed out on the boat.
There was only one other group of Japanese people besides us, which was reassuring.
We had to wait quite a while until the morning tour's boat returned and the preparations were finished. It was hot outside.
After that, the rental of snorkeling masks began. At some point, they gathered people for the SNUBA activity and had them sign a consent form, but I wasn't sure if those were people who had pre-registered or if they were recruiting on the spot. Once the English explanation before boarding was done, we got on the boat.
The view from the second floor of the boat was great, but it seemed tough in the sunny spots. The ride took over 30 minutes.
Along the way, we encountered 4 to 5 dolphins! The people in the front seats seemed to see them well, but since we were in the middle of the second floor, we only caught a glimpse of their fins.
Near the counter on the first floor, there were snacks like water, tropical juice, and a mix of rice crackers and pretzels available for us to take freely. There were also restrooms.
The staff came around to distribute the fins. We had our own, so we didn’t borrow any, but the staff kindly asked us, “Do you have fins?” to check on us.
When we arrived at the snorkeling spot, we could also borrow floaties and other flotation devices, so those who are unsure about swimming can feel safe. The depth was completely beyond our feet.
In addition to snorkeling, we could enjoy diving from the boat and using a slide. I think we had about an hour of free time.
During the return trip, there was a fruit service as a signal to head back to the boat.
I didn’t see anyone giving tips, so I wasn’t sure when to give one. Those who were experienced might have discreetly tipped without others noticing.
That’s all.
I think you can have a great time even if you don’t understand English, as long as you can keep yourself safe! For those who are going soon, enjoy your trip!
英語はほぼしゃべれないのですが思い切って参加しました!午後のツアーです。
ケアウホウ湾は秘境の地という感じがしてちょっと神秘的でした☆
水の透明度が高く魚もたくさんいましたが、カハルウビーチパークと量も種類もそんなに変わりなかったように感じます。慣れてる人だと物足りないかも?
スタッフの方は気さくで親切でした。言葉がわからないなりに楽しめてとても良い思い出になりました。
下記、当日の流れを書きます。同じように英語が苦手な方、よかったら参考にしてください♪
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まずハワイ島に到着したらリコンファームという到着確認の電話をしなければならず、これが一番ハードル高かったです。
リコンファームについてはVELTRAさんのサイトに詳しく書いてあります。
当日はレンタカーではなかったのでシェラトンホテルから集合場所まで歩きました。
徒歩5分です。
受付でバウチャーを渡すと英語でさらさらっと説明がありました。
後から考えるとシュノーケルマスクは乗船前、フィンは船で渡しますと言っていたと思います。
日本人は私達以外に1組だけいらっしゃったので心強かったです。
午前のツアーの船が戻って来て船内の準備が終わるまでけっこう待ちました。外なので暑いです。
その後シュノーケルマスクの貸出が始まりました。
途中でスヌーバをやる人を集めて同意書を書かせたりしていたようですが、あらかじめ申し込んでいた人なのかその場で募ったのかなわかりませんでした。
英語による乗船前の説明が済んだら乗り込みです。
船は二階だと見晴らしがいいですが日が当たる場所はキツそうでした。乗船時間は30分以上はあります。
途中でイルカ4~5頭に会いました!前の席の方たちはしっかり見れていたようですが、二階の真ん中の席だった私達は背びれが見れたくらいです。
1階のカウンター付近に水とトロピカルジュース、おかきやプレッツェルが混ざったスナックが置いてあり自由に取りに行く感じでした。トイレもあります。
フィンはスタッフの方が配りに来てくれます。
私達は自分のがあったので借りませんでしたが、スタッフさんが代わる代わる「フィンはある?」と気遣ってくれました。
スポットに着いたら浮き輪や体に巻く浮き具も借りられますので泳ぎが不安な方も安心です。足は全くつかない深さです。
シュノーケル以外にも、船からのダイブや滑り台で楽しむことができます。
自由時間は1時間くらいだったと思います。
終了の合図で船に戻り帰路についている間、フルーツのサービスがありました。
チップは渡している人を見かけなかったためタイミングがわからず渡していません。
慣れている方々は他の人にわからないようにスマートに渡していたのかもしれません。
以上です。
英語がわからなくても自分で安全を守れれば十分楽しめると思います!
これから行かれる方、楽しんできてくださいね♪
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| Packages: | アフタヌーンクルーズ<軽食>(2017年12月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/18 |
Reviewed by: ひまわり
The deep blue sky before sunset, the colors of the earth at the summit, the sea of clouds dyed by the setting sun, the Milky Way and the starry sky, and the large moon clearly visible. Everything was a sight I had never seen before.
I was worried about altitude sickness, but thanks to the guide's advice, I was able to head up with peace of mind. I felt a bit unsteady at the summit, but sitting on the stone steps and taking deep breaths quickly made me feel better. The view and weather from the visitor center were completely different from those at the summit, so I’m really glad I chose the tour that went all the way up.
I truly appreciated the benefit of downloading photos when I got back. Many of the photos I took myself didn’t turn out great... I’m happy to receive photos that captured the scenery of that day perfectly. They also took many fun composition shots.
Thank you so much to our guide, Macchan, for making us laugh! It was great to hear stories about the Big Island along the way. I was impressed by your wide knowledge and thoughtfulness.
The two-shot photo with the starry sky taken by Kon-chan became the best memory of this trip. I plan to print it out and display it.
Thank you both for a wonderful time!
If I get the chance to go to the Big Island again, I will definitely use Masashi's tour!
日が暮れる前の濃い青の空、頂上の大地の色、夕陽に染まる一面の雲海、天の川と満天の星空、くっきりと見える大きな月。すべてが初めての光景でした。
高山病が不安でしたが、ガイドさんのアドバイスで安心して向かうことができました。
頂上ではふらつきなどがありましたが、石段に座って深呼吸をしているとすぐに良くなりました。
ビジターセンターからの景色と天気は頂上と全然違ったので上まで行くツアーにして本当によかったです。
写真ダウンロードの特典のありがたみは帰ってから痛感しました。
自分で撮った写真は後で見るとイマイチなのも多くて・・・。
あの日の景色をそのまま切り取ったような写真がもらえて嬉しいです。
楽しい構図の写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。
ガイドのまっちゃん、たくさん笑わせてくれてありがとうございました!道中でハワイ島の話も聞けて良かったです。幅広い知識と心配りに感動しました☆*。
こんちゃんに撮っていただいた星空バックのツーショット写真はこの旅一番の記念になりました♪プリントアウトして飾りたいと思います。
お二人共素敵な時間を本当にありがとうございました☆彡.。
またハワイ島に行くことができたら必ずマサシさんのツアーを利用します!
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/19 |
Reviewed by: aloha♪
Things I wanted to see on the Big Island: Nature Point on the east side, Kilauea Volcano, and sunset & stargazing from Mauna Kea. I considered doing a combined tour of Kilauea and Mauna Kea, but due to travel time and some places being inaccessible, I decided to join separate tours.
In the end, it was a great success and I was very satisfied. We left in the afternoon, took our time acclimating by having a meal at the mid-level, and then headed to the summit. I only brought a lightweight down jacket and an outdoor jacket. They lent me ski wear, a hat, and gloves, so I was able to enjoy the sunset at the summit without shivering from the cold and had a wonderful view of the starry sky! There were so many stars that I didn't even know where to look.
That day was Tanabata. In Japan, it often rains or is cloudy on this day, but we had a clear view of the Milky Way. I was given instructions on how to take photos that looked like composites, and the results turned out great! The tour staff helped set up my camera for beautiful shots, and I ended up with lovely photos. Of course, you can also take wonderful pictures with your smartphone.
In addition to bottled water, they provided warm miso soup and drinks during the meal, which was nice. I was really lucky with the weather. I’m grateful that my number one thing I wanted to do on the Big Island turned out to be such a wonderful day, along with the attentive service and the entertaining guide! I'm glad I made the reservation in advance, as the tour was fully booked.
ハワイ島で見たかったもの。
東側のネイチャーポイント、キラウエア火山、マウナケアからのサンセット&星空観測。
欲張りにセットでキラウエア&マウナケアとなんていうのも考えましたが、所用時間や行けない場所も出てくることから分けてツアー参加しました。
結果、大成功、大満足。
午後ゆっくり出発して中腹で食事をとったりして時間をかけて体を慣らし、山頂へ。
持参したのは薄手のダウンやアウトドアジャケットだけ。
スキーウエア上下、帽子、手袋を貸してもらえたので山頂でも寒さに震えることなくゆっくりサンセットを楽しみ、素敵な満天の星を眺めることができました!
星がいっぱい過ぎてどこ見ていいかわからないぐらい。
この日は七夕。日本だと雨や曇りの多いこの日ですがくっきりミルキーウエイ。
合成写真かと思うほどの
写真もこんな風にしてみてとご指示?をいただきどんな写真になるのかと思ったらこんな感じです!ツアースタッフがきれいに撮れる設定をちょちょいとしてくれたりしてマイカメラにも素敵な写真が残りました。もちろんスマホでも十分素敵な写真撮れます。
ペットボトルのお水の他、食事の際には温かいお味噌汁やドリンクが用意されていたのも良かったです。
天候に恵まれたのは本当にラッキーでした。ハワイ島でやりたかったことのナンバー1がこんなに素敵な日であったことと、行き届いたサービス、面白ガイドさんに感謝です!
申し込みは前もってしていって良かったです。満席でした。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/07 |
Reviewed by: ひまわり
Everything was in English, but I enjoyed the atmosphere! The sunset sinking behind the palm trees, the cheerful host, Hawaiian music, and the Polynesian show created a full Hawaiian mood!
On the left side of the stage, there is an IMU oven, so if you're interested, sitting closer will give you a better view. However, after the meat is taken out, it does have a bit of a burnt smell.
For drinks, there were Mai Tais, juice, coffee, and tea. There seemed to be other alcoholic options, but I wasn't sure about them. The Mai Tai was a system where you fill a bowl with tropical juice and have the staff add rum. It was delicious even without the rum.
The food included oven-roasted pork, chicken, beef, and various vegetable dishes. It's nice to be able to try a little bit of different Hawaiian dishes. The Kona coffee cake was delicious!
The Polynesian dance wasn't exactly amazing, but since it was performed by locals, the atmosphere was nice, and the location was great, so I enjoyed it.
In the second half, there was a Hawaiian music time for a cheek dance. We just watched, but it was lovely to see an older couple from the West looking into each other's eyes and dancing or embracing.
I recommend this show for fully enjoying the feeling of being in Hawaii!
すべてが英語ですが、雰囲気で楽しめました♪
ヤシの木の後ろに沈んでく夕日、陽気な司会とハワイアンミュージック、ポリネシアンショーとハワイアンムード満点でした!
ステージに向かって左側にIMUオーブンがあるので、興味がある方は近い席の方が前で見られると思います。
ただお肉を取り出した後、まわりがちょっと焦げ臭いです。
飲み物はマイタイ、ジュースとコーヒー紅茶がありました。他のアルコールもあったみたいですが、よくわからなかったです。
マイタイはボウルに入っているトロピカルジュースを自分で入れ、スタッフの方にラムを入れてもらうシステムでした。
ラムなしでも美味しかったです。
食べ物はオーブンで焼いた豚肉の他チキンもビーフもあり、野菜料理も色々とありました。
色々なハワイ料理を少しずつ食べられるのが良いです。
コナコーヒーのケーキが美味しかったです♪
ポリネシアンダンスは正直すごい!というほどではなかったのですが、本場の方なので雰囲気があり、ロケーションもよかったので楽しめました。
後半ハワイアンミュージックでチークダンスタイムがありました。
私達はただ見てましたが、欧米の老夫婦が見つめあって踊ったり抱き合ったりする様子はとても素敵でした☆*。
ハワイに来たー!という気分を満喫するのにおすすめのショーです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/17 |
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Thank you for sharing your experience. I'm glad to hear you were able to enjoy the starry sky with so little moonlight. I'm very sorry to hear about your wife. We will continue to strive to allow as many people as possible to see the stars of Mauna Kea. Thank you very much for using Masashi's Nature School. We look forward to your next visit to the island, Mr. Harasawa.
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
月明かりの少ない満天の星空を堪能できたそうで良かったです。奥様のことに関しては非常に残念に思います。
弊社でもできうる限り多くの人にマウナケアの星を観ていただくためにこれからも努力していこうと思います。
この度はマサシのネイチャースクールをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございました。
原澤さまのまたのご来島お待ちしております。