All Reviews for Top Big Island Sights & Attractions

I've been to the Big Island several times and always stay at the Kinkame Hotel, so I decided to participate this time... First, after checking in, we lined up at the gathering place for the luau. The gathering was at 4:30, but by 4:00, there were already about six people in line. Right after we lined up, many more started to join, and by the gathering time, there was a long queue. At that time, they asked if we wanted to pay an extra $20; if you said "NO," you stayed as you were. If you said "YES," you were directed to the upgrade line. After that, they started to offer various add-ons, like buying leis. Then, during the photo session, they would come around to sell you photos at your seats later on, which was also about $20. After the photos, we walked over to the luau area. The seats in front of the stage were occupied by those who had paid the extra fee (about ten rows of 18 people each), and we were directed to the rows behind them (the back rows had about 20 blocks of 18 people). However, even those who paid extra but arrived late were only one seat away from ours, so it didn't seem to matter much. We were seated before 5:00, but there was still about two hours until the luau show started; those who paid extra went first to get their food, and after about 200 people finished at the buffet, there was a specific order to follow, so by the time we went to get our food... After a long wait, the show finally started, but there were only about six dancers, so after each song, we had to listen to the host's singing and talking for a while (15 to 20 minutes of changing costumes). There was also a mysterious dance time to the songs... Foreigners might find it fun, but... Anyway, the show dragged on with long intervals, and the food was mediocre; spending $91 on this was truly a waste. By the way, we reached our limit and left midway. I won't be going again.

ハワイ島には何度か来ていて、いつもキンカメホテルに滞在するので今回参加しましたが・・・まず受付後はルアウの集合場所に並びます。４時半に集合ですが４時ですでに６人ほど並んでいました。私たちが並んだ直後から沢山並び始め集合時間には行列に。そして、その時＋２０ドルくらい払うか聞かれ【NO】ならそのまま。【YES】ならランクアップの列に通されます。そしてその後レイを買うか等。。色々＋を勧めて来ます。そして、記念撮影タイムでこちらは後程席まで売りに来ます。これも確か２０ドルくらいです。撮影後ぞろぞろ歩いてルアウの場所へ。そこで舞台前の席は先ほど＋を払った方々が座り（前席1ブロック１８人の列が約１０）並んだ順でその後ろの列に通されました（後ろの席は１ブロック１８人が２０くらいあります）。ただ＋払った人でも来るのが遅かった人は私たちの席と１つしか変わらないのであまり意味無いかな？と思います。席に着いたのが５時前でそこからルアウショーが始まるまで約２時間もありました；食事は＋を払った方が先に取りに行くシステムで２００人がビュッフェを取り終えた後に更にこの列・この列みたいに順番があるのでビュッフェを取りに行った頃には・・・・。そして長い待ち時間のあとやっとショーが始まるのですが、ダンサーが６人くらいしか居ないので１曲踊り終えると必ず進行係の歌やトークをしばらく聞かされます（１５分～２０分着替えの時間稼ぎですね；）。そして謎にその歌に合わせてダンスタイム等があり・・・。外国の方は楽しいと思いますが・・・。とにかくダラダラとショーの間隔が長いうえ、食事も微妙、これで９１ドルは本当にもったいないです。ちなみに限界が来て私たちは途中で退室しました。二度と行きませんね。

I enjoyed it just like last time. When we were riding the horses, a foreign child started crying, which delayed our departure, so the riding time was shorter compared to last time, and the course was also shorter, which was disappointing. I recommended it to my son and his wife, and they were satisfied and enjoyed it. It's one of the activities I want to participate in again next time.

前回同様、楽しめました。
馬に乗るときに、外国人の子供が泣いてしまって、出発までに時間がかかったので、その分、前回に比べ乗馬時間が短く、乗馬のコースも短く、残念でした。
息子夫婦にも勧めて一緒に参加しましたが、息子夫婦は満足して、楽しんでいました。
次回も参加したいアクティビティの一つです。

I participated in the tour mentioned in the title for my honeymoon. The guides were Mr. Ha and Mr. Stephan.

I usually find writing reviews tedious and don't do it often, but I want to share my experience because I was 200% satisfied and wholeheartedly recommend this to everyone.

This company's Mauna Kea tour allows for stargazing at a higher elevation than other companies (they provide not only ski jackets but also pants, making it possible to observe in colder locations). The guides were fantastic, paying close attention to the participants' well-being and always keeping the atmosphere lively. Additionally, they kindly took beautiful professional-looking photos for us. I hear you can request specific guides, so I highly recommend these two.

Depending on the moon phase, the sunrise tour or sunset tour may offer better views of the stars, and they seem to be responsive to inquiries through their website.

For many, this may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and if you trust these two from this company, you can be sure to have the best experience!

新婚旅行で、表題のツアーに参加しました。ガイドは葉さんとステファンさんでした。
普段このようなレビューは面倒であまりしないタイプですが、満足度200%、心から皆さまにお勧めしたく書き込みをします。

この会社のマウナケアツアー自体が、他社より標高の高い地点で星空観測ができる（スキージャケットだけでなく、ズボンまで貸出されるため、より寒い場所でも観測可能なのだそうです）とのことでした。
また、ガイドさんが素晴らしく、参加者の体調管理にも細心の注意を払っていただきましたし、常に雰囲気を盛り上げてくださいました。また、ご好意でプロのような綺麗なお写真も撮っていただきました。指名ができるそうなので、是非、このお二人をお勧めいたします。

月齢によって、朝陽ツアーと夕陽ツアーのどちらがより星をたくさん綺麗に見られるかも異なるそうで、サイトを通じて相談にも対応してくださるようです。

多くの方にとって、一生に一度かもしれない貴重な機会だと思いますが、この会社のこのお二人にお任せすれば、最高の体験ができることは間違いありません！

I had some physical concerns about going to the summit of Mauna Kea, but at 62 years old, I decided to take it on as my final challenge. When I got there, the sunset was incredibly beautiful and it moved me deeply.

Additionally, during the stargazing, I was really struck by the sheer number of stars visible from Earth. I was also able to see Saturn through a telescope and confirmed that it indeed has rings.

Under the starry sky, we were able to take commemorative photos, which can be downloaded for free from the homepage. I participated in a wonderful tour that became a lifelong memory.

マウナケアー山頂に行くのに身体の不安もありましたが62歳ということで最後のチャレンジと思い行くことにしました。行ってみて夕日がとても綺麗にみえ感動しました。
更に星空観測では地球から見える星の多さにすごく心に残るものがありました。
又土星を望遠鏡で見ることができほんとに　輪　があることが確認できました。
星空の下で記念写真も撮っていただきホームーページで無料でダウンロードでき素晴らしいツアーに参加でき一生の思い出とすることができました。

Since it was chosen as one of the breathtaking views that Shihoko wanted to see before she passed away, the price was on the higher side, but we really wanted to see it, so our family of four participated.

I thought the price was high when we joined, but it was worth it as we got to see an incredible view (even more than expected). The guide was very nice and shared a lot of information, which made it really enjoyable.

It was cloudy before reaching Mauna Kea, and we were told we wouldn't be able to see the beautiful sea of clouds, but gradually it cleared up, and we were able to see the best view.

I'm really glad we participated.

しほさんの死ぬまでにみたい絶景に選ばれていたので、
お値段は高めですがどうしても見たくて家族4人で参加させてもらいました。

お値段は高いと思って参加しましたが、
高いだけあって(それ以上の)絶景が見れました。
ガイドさんはとてもいい方で、常に色々な情報を喋って頂いて凄く楽しかったです。

マウナケア手前では曇っていて、
綺麗な雲海が見れないと言っていましたが、
たんだん晴れてきて最高の絶景がみれました。

参加して本当に良かったです。

We signed up as a couple.
We had the place to ourselves without overlapping with others!
It was super reassuring because someone who lives in Japan took us there✨
Above all, we got to see so many dolphins!
They were everywhere!
Afterward, they kindly recommended nearby restaurants, which was really nice (*^^*)
I want to go see the dolphins again!

夫婦で申し込みしました。
他の方と被らず、貸し切り！
日本に住んでみえた方が連れてってくださったのでめっちゃ安心でした✨
なにより、めちゃくちゃたくさんのイルカに会えました！
あっちにも、こっちにも！って。
終わったあとには近くのご飯屋さんとかも教えてもらってとっても親切でした(*^^*)
またイルカに会いに行きたい〜！

It was worth every penny to get to fly over the lava fields. Grant, our pilot, has over 30 years experience piloting. He knows the area well. "Luxury" flight only allowed for 4 passengers so there was plenty of room and we all had a great view. We were also given the opportunity to ask the pilot all kinds of questions regarding the lava fields and surrounding area. I highly recommend this activity. Very much a highlight of our trip.

We had a fantastic time riding with 'T' and Keanu. We've ridden several times on the Big Island and this was the most fun and interesting by far. We recommend it to everyone who visits!

We went on moonlight snorkeling tour and saw four manta rays, two quite big, they are so graceful dancing in the water below the light and passing inches from our bodies without touching us and without any fear. This experience is one to be remembered for the lifetime.
Said that, the service given is below expectations.
Let's start from pricing, no reduced price for the one that is not going off board snorkeling.
We arrived on time for the check in and the boat wasn't in the water yet, due to a problem with the truck. Maybe the info on the tour had been already given to the other participants, but nothing more for us. I recieved the wet suit, even though there was no locker room to change, only the marina restrooms.
Anyhow the boat went in the water just in time to go onboard, no gangboard, assuming people is used to jump on and off board.
We went quite fast to the point where manta rays are usually seen, there was already another boat from a different charter, we stood just aside them.
Gear provided by them, good quality, no water entered during all the visit.
Just few basic rules, do not dive, do not touch them, do not kick them, lay horizontally and stay attached to the plastic board, which hosts lights to attract plancton.
As said at the beginning, the experience is really wonderful and makes me almost forget the service part.
Returning onboard, just a minute to remove the wet suit, get dry, have a glass of hot soup and go back as fast as possible to the harbour.
A formal and quick goodbye and that's it.
Overall you cannot miss the mant rays snorkeling experience, but consider also other service providers with respect to this one.

My wife loves stargazing and seemed to be having a great time. I went along with her, but I wasn't feeling well due to altitude sickness. The most challenging part for me was the guide's strong Kansai dialect.

妻は、星空観察が好きで、楽しそうでした。
私は、付き合って行ったので、
高山病もどきで、体調が良くなく、
一番、閉口したのは、ガイドの、バリバリの関西弁でした。

On the fourth day of our stay on the Big Island, we participated in a tour. I was hesitant about the speedboat and the English tour, but I enjoyed it thoroughly.

In our tour, my wife and I were the only Japanese participants; the others were travelers from the mainland United States. The Americans were cheerful, and there was a lot of excitement among the staff and the guests, as well as among the guests themselves. My wife and I are not good at English, so we felt a bit out of place, but we were prepared for that, so it didn't bother us too much.

On the way to the bay, we were able to see not only dolphins but also a false killer whale (I couldn't understand the English name, so I looked it up after returning to Japan, and I think that's what it was), which was nice to see. The snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay was enjoyable because the terrain is better than at Kahalu'u Beach Park or Hanauma Bay on Oahu. There are some deep areas in the ocean, so my wife said she was scared in places where she couldn't touch the bottom, but they lent us a flotation device, so she was able to snorkel with peace of mind.

The view of the Big Island from the sea was also wonderful, and I believe this tour is worth participating in.

　ハワイ島滞在４日目に参加しました。
スピードボートと英語ツアーに尻込みしていましたが、十分楽しめました。

　私達が参加したツアーは、やはり日本人は私と妻だけ、他はアメリカ本土からの旅行者の方々でした。
　アメリカの人たちは陽気なので、スタッフとツアー客、ツアー客同士でかなり盛り上がってました。
　私と妻は英語がぜんぜん駄目なので、アウェイ感が強かったですが、元々覚悟していたのであまり気になりませんでした。
　湾に行く途中、イルカだけでなく、コビレゴンドウクジラ（英語が分からなく聞けなかったので、日本に帰ってから調べたので、多分そうだと思う）がゆっくり見られて、良かったです。
　ケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケリングも、カハルウビーチパークやオアフ島のハナウマ湾よりも地形が良い為に楽しめました。海が深い場所もあるので、妻は足が付かないところは怖いと言っていましたが、浮き棒を貸してくれたので、安心してシュノーケリングをやってました。

　海から眺めるハワイ島の景色も素晴らしく、参加する価値のあるツアーだと思います。

This is an amazing snorkeling adventure. The staff is very knowledgeable - very attentive - and everyone of them went out of their way to make this a memorable (and safe) experience for us. One of the guides brought up sea urchins and starfish for everyone to enjoy! Highly recommend!

I participated in this tour on my first trip to Hawaii. The driver and guide's altitude sickness measures were effective. It was a wonderful tour.

初ハワイでこちらのツアーに参加しました。
運転手兼ガイドさんの高山病対策効き目あります。
素晴らしいツアーでした。

We joined a 2 1/2 hour tour and had a great time. Super-friendly guides who are very knowledgable about the valley history and ecology. Highly recommended!!!

Great experience! Amazing scenery. Guides were entertaining, knowledgeable, made us feel welcomed and comfortable with the whole experience. Highly recommend!

This was sooooo awesome! It was my first zipline. The company was very professional and courteous. The guides had samples of local foods in the area for us to try. They helped me with my GOPro (even though I had not rented it from them) and took still pictures for me. By the way, if you don't have a GoPro, rent it from them! It mounts right to the helmet and It is so worth it to have the video! The zips start out with a small practice line and build up to the big one. The whole tour wasn't too long or too short and the final zip was a lifetime adventure with a beautiful water fall in front of me on the way down! Just do this!

The summit of Mauna Kea felt more like being on Mars than on Earth. The sunset, with the sun sinking below the clouds, was an emotional experience unlike anything I had ever felt before. After that, I took a commemorative photo with the Earth's shadow (which is called the Venus Belt) appearing on the opposite side of the sunset, and then we did some stargazing after dark. I had a period in elementary school when I was fascinated by astronomy and often climbed onto my house's roof to observe the stars, so I was incredibly moved to see the Milky Way, the Southern Cross, and Canopus, which is the second brightest star in the sky after Sirius! The guides were young and energetic, and their desire to create wonderful memories for everyone participating was palpable. If I could wish for one thing, it would be that I had participated during a new moon instead of a half moon, as I might have been able to see even darker stars. However, I have traveled more than 100 times both domestically and internationally, and I can confidently say this is number one. I absolutely recommend it to anyone planning to visit the Big Island!

マウナケア山頂は、地球というよりも火星に行ったような感じがしました。サンセットも夕日と雲海を見下ろす中で沈んでいく様子はこれまでに味わったことのない感動でした。その後、生まれて初めて見た夕日の反対側にできる地球の影（ヴィーナスベルトというそうです）をバックに記念撮影、そして日没後の天体観測。私は小学校の頃に天体少年だった時期があり、よく家の屋根に上がって観測をしていたのですが、その頃に憧れていた天の川、南十字星、全天でシリウスに次いで明るいカノープスを観ることが出来たことに大変感動をしています！ガイドのみなさんは若くて元気があり、参加したみんなにいい想い出を作りたい！という意欲がヒシヒシと伝わってきました。欲を言えば半月の時ではなく新月の時に参加していればもっと暗い星までを観ることができたかも知れないと思うと唯一悔やまれるところです。でも私はこれまでに旅行が好きで国内外を合わせて100回以上参加していますが、間違いなくナンバーワンと言えます。ハワイ島に行く予定のある方は絶対にオススメです！

The crew was good and friendly. Despite informing them about our dietery restrictions a week before the cruise, they forgot to prepare any vegetarian food. The crew quickly threw together salad for us on board, but it was a lot of money for salad. The crews were friendly otherwise. good music...

We had a great time. The guides, Jesse and Kevin, were great and informative. Eventhough we were first time snorkelers, they made us comfortable and we had great fun.

I think you should experience this at least once when staying on the Big Island. It's a large-scale tour that you can't experience anywhere else, and the moment of sunset is truly moving. The guide's stories are enjoyable to listen to, and I felt that the fun of the tour really depends on the guide, making it quite different.

ハワイ島に滞在したら、１度は体験すべきだと思います。他では体験できないスケールの大きなツアーで、サンセットの瞬間は感動します。ガイドさんの話は楽しく聞くことができ、ツアーの面白さはガイドさん次第で、ずいぶん違ったものになるのだろうなと感じました。

The sunset was incredibly beautiful, with not a single cloud in the sky. It was cold, but they lent me pants and a jacket (the kind you wear when skiing), so it wasn't unbearable.

I watched the sunset from the mountaintop, then descended a bit for stargazing. As you go down, the temperature becomes much warmer. They provided explanations of the constellations using a flashlight, and I received warm tea and cookies—there were various services offered.

And above all, the photo service! The pictures taken with the beautiful starry sky in the background became lifelong memories.

サンセット，雲ひとつなくとてもきれいでした。
寒かったですが，ダウン？のパンツ＆ジャケット（スキーの時に着るようなものです）を貸していただけるので，耐えられないほどではなかったです。
山頂でサンセットを見て，少し下山してから星空観測。少し降りるので気温もだいぶ暖かくなります。ペンライトを使って星座の解説をしていただいたり，暖かい紅茶とクッキーをもらえたり，いろいろサービスが。
そしてなんと言っても写真サービス！きれいな星空をバックに撮ってもらえる写真は一生の思い出となりました。

We, as a couple, enjoyed ourselves at our own pace with only the two of us participating. The sea kayaking, with no other boats nearby, offered breathtaking views and was truly wonderful. The snorkeling was more beautiful than I expected; I was considering diving in Hawaii, but I was completely satisfied with just snorkeling. However, I had read in reviews that photos would be taken, but we didn't receive any, and although it mentioned light snacks, nothing was provided. Kevin's stories were enjoyable, making for a great day.

参加者は私達夫婦のみでマイペースに楽しませてもらいました。他に船も近くにいない中でのシーカヤックは絶景で本当に素敵でした。またシュノーケリングは思った以上に美しく、ハワイでダイビングをしようか悩んでいましたがシュノーケリングだけで大満足でした。ただ、写真を撮って頂けるような事を口コミでみていたのですが一枚もなく、また軽食と書かれていたのに何もついてきませんでした。ケビンさんのお話も楽しく良い日になりました。

This submarine cruise was amazing!! The crew was so friendly and our guide was funny. It was obvious everyone loved their job. Our guide was obviously an experienced diver because he knew so much about all the various fish we saw and had lots of great stories involving the different fish/coral.

The visibility was amazing the day we went. I think I took almost 200 pictures. We were so surprised when we saw 2 shipwrecks on the cruise. Such a fun bonus!

My husband is very outdoorsy and was a little whiny about doing the submarine over an actual snorkel day cruise. He loved the submarine and thought it was so much fun. We will definitely do it again when we're back.

I was amazed at how close I could see the manta rays! I was told not to touch them, but the manta rays came close on their own, and I ended up touching them… it really felt like an exhilarating attraction! However, on the way back, I felt like I was going to freeze to death from the wind hitting my wet body after getting seasick. I think it would have been nice to have a bit more explanation about the manta rays from the guide.

びっくりするほどマンタが近くで見れました！触らないようにと言われてましたが、マンタが勝手に近づいてきて触れてしまうことも…ほんとに迫力満点のアトラクションのようでした！
ただ帰りは船酔いと濡れた体に風があたり極寒で死にそうでした。
ガイドからマンタに関する説明がもう少しあってもよかったかなと思います。

I trusted the reviews and signed up for the tour. Since I applied just before the tour, I was anxious because I didn't receive a reply, but my reservation was confirmed without any issues. After arriving at the meeting point, various tours had buses picking them up, but there were no signs. When I asked the guide, I was told that this bus was not for the horseback riding tour, and after about 15 minutes, we finally departed. It was difficult to understand the guide's English. I was the only Asian participant. We descended a steep path, crossed a river, and switched horses. My horse was very smart, gentle, and quite cute. Many of the horses had a laid-back vibe, similar to the people of Hawaii. During the tour, the guide's two dogs (both very friendly and cute) followed us the whole time. I felt that the tour duration was just right.

口コミを信じて、ツアーに申し込みました。
直前に申し込んだため返信もなく不安でしたが、問題なく予約されてました。
集合場所に着いた後は色々なツアーが迎えにきたバスに乗りこむのですが、
表示がなく、ガイドさんに聞いたら乗馬ツアーはこれじゃないといわれ、
１５分ほど時間がすぎて出発しました。ガイドさんの英語が聞きとりが難しかったです。
アジア人は私一人でした。傾斜のきつい道を下り、川を渡り馬に乗り換えます。
私の馬はとても賢い、穏かな馬でとてもかわいかったです。
馬もハワイの人の様に大らかな感じの馬が多かったです。
ツアー中はガイドさんの飼い犬（２匹ともとてもフレンドリーでかわいいです）が
ずっと私たちのあとをついてきました。ツアー時間もちょうど良かった様に思います。

I participated alone. It was about a one-hour aerial walk in a small four-seater helicopter. It was a very valuable experience since it was in a place that you absolutely cannot see from the ground. However, it was a bit disappointing for me since all the explanations were in English and I couldn't understand them. You can take unlimited photos, and they also do a commemorative photo at the end, so it became a great memory.

一人で参加しました。
4人乗りの小さなヘリコプターで約１時間の空中散歩でした。地上からは絶対に見られない場所なので非常に貴重な体験でした。
ただ説明が全て英語なので聞き取れない私には少し残念でした。
写真も撮り放題だし最後に記念撮影もしてくれるので良い思い出になりました。

Please call me Masakimi.

I was truly impressed that you arrived 10 minutes before the pickup time. We both remarked how typical of a Japanese person that is.

Your stories during the car ride felt like a stand-up comedy routine. Your self-introduction was especially delightful, and it was so comfortable that I wanted to keep listening forever.

You provided clear explanations and took plenty of photos. During the lunch distribution, you knelt down to carefully serve the miso soup, and since the weather was nice, you kept expressing positive words like "wonderful."

I was personally very moved by each aspect of your character.

Of course, I enjoyed the scenery too!!!

The sunset was amazing, and the stargazing was great. Thanks to your guidance, I was lucky enough to see a satellite.

I also saw the Southern Cross, and at the Onizuka Center, I even looked at the sun through a telescope.

Above all, the clothing was warm and felt more like proper winter gear than any other tour, which was a huge help for someone like me who gets cold easily.

Thank you for the wonderful experience.

マサキミさん、そう呼ばせてください。ww

お迎え時間の10分前に来てくれたことに、まず感動。
さすが日本人ですねとお互いで言ってしまいました。

車中でのマサキミさんのお話しは、まるで漫談のようで、
自己紹介は、特にツボにはまり、
ずっとずっと聞いていたいような抜群の心地よさでした。

わかりやすい説明は勿論、写真もたくさん撮ってくださったり、
お弁当の配給の時は、地面に膝をついて丁寧にお味噌汁をよそってくれたり、
天候が良い日だったこともあり、ステキすてき、というポジティブな
言葉をずっと言っていてくださって、

このお人柄一つ一つに、個人的にとても感動しておりました。


勿論、景色もバッチリ見ておりましたよ！！！

サンセットは最高でしたし、星空観測も良かったです。
私は教えてくれたおかげで、運良く衛星も、見ることが出来ました。

南十字星も見れたし、オニヅカセンターでは太陽まで望遠鏡で見ちゃいました。

なによりウエアが温かくて、どこのツアーよりも防寒着という感じで、
寒がりとしてはとっても助かりました。

すばらしい感動をありがとうございました。

I had wanted to participate for a long time, but I had to give up because the lunar phase and travel schedule didn't match. However, this time it finally happened!!!

On the day of participation, we were blessed with good weather, and the sunset gradient in the sky was beautiful. During the stargazing session, the guide explained the constellations clearly and thoroughly, and the starry sky was truly stunning.

As for cold weather preparation, on the day of participation, it was 28°C during the day, so I wore a light 3/4 sleeve top and long pants. I even forgot the disposable hand warmers I brought for warmth at the hotel, haha.

However, during the hike up to Onizuka, it was said to be "less windy and warmer than usual," around 9°C, so I wore my UK ultra-down jacket and only the borrowed cold-weather pants. Some people wore fleece, but it was warmer than I expected, so this was enough at Onizuka.

After arriving near the summit to watch the sunset, I was lent an additional jacket, hat, and gloves, which kept me warm and cozy, but it was still a bit chilly due to the wind, haha. If you're sensitive to the cold or participating during a colder season, proper preparation is essential. The stargazing location was a bit lower down, so it was perfectly warm there.

The bento box we received on the way to Onizuka was better than I expected; I thought it would be like a convenience store bento, but it came with warm miso soup and a drink. It was a proper bento, and I was surprised! It was delicious! From what I saw of the bento boxes from many other tour companies, this one might have been the most luxurious, haha. At the stargazing location, there was also a service of cookies and tea, making for a warm and cozy experience. I'm really glad I participated in this tour. I've created wonderful new memories on the Big Island!♪

以前から参加したかったけど、良い月齢と旅行日程が合わず断念してましたが
今回やっと実現しました！！！
参加当日は天候にも恵まれサンセットのグラデーションの空は美しく、
その後の星空観測ではガイドさんが星座の説明を分かりやすく丁寧に説明してくれ
満天の星空は本当に美しかったです。

防寒対策ですが参加当日は日中は28℃あり上は薄手の7分袖1枚＋下は長ズボンで参加。
寒さ対策に持って行った使い捨てカイロもホテルに忘れる始末wwww

でも途中オニヅカで「いつもより風も少なく暖かい」との事で9℃くらいで
持参したUKのウルトラダウンを着用し同時に貸していただける防寒着のズボンのみ着用。
フリースなど着てた方もいらっしゃいましたが、思ってたより暖かかったので
オニヅカではコレだけで十分でした。

サンセットを見る山頂付近に到着後、上着+帽子+手袋をさらに貸して頂き
モコモコ状態で暖かかったんですが、やはり風があるため
体感的にはチョット寒かったですww
寒がりさんや寒い時期の参加なら、それなりの対策必須です。
星空観測の場所では少し下った場所だったのでバッチリ暖かかったです(^_^)

行きのオニヅカで頂いたお弁当はコンビニ弁当くらいに思ってたら
温かいお味噌汁に飲み物もあり、ちゃんとしたお弁当でビックリ！美味しかったですww
たぶん他の沢山のツアー会社さんに参加されてる方のお弁当を見た限り一番豪華かもww
星空観測の場所でもクッキーと紅茶のサービスもあり
至れり尽くせりで心も身体も暖かく過ごせ、このツアーに参加してホント良かったです。
ハワイ島での素晴らしい新たな想い出が増えました♪

I visit the Big Island of Hawaii every year. When you come here, be sure to enjoy it. You can have a more elevated experience than at a luau in Honolulu.

各年毎に訪れるハワイ島。ここにきたら是非楽しんでください。ホノルルでのルアウより、より崇高な体験ができますね。

I would definitely recommend the doors off experience to the doors on. You are able to get much better pictures and video, in my opinion. There were only a few active spots for us to view, but our tour guide answered most of the questions we had and explained a lot about the landscape. The waterfalls were beautiful- I would recommend hiking to them if you are staying in Hilo for more than a day.