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Big Island
James was a great guide -- tour was well organized although the telescope could use some updating. Hot chocolate was a nice touch even though the weather was near-perfect.
My daughters had the absolute best time! They said it was their favorite thing they did! Core memories were made!
The show was amazing!! The dancers were great and the host was very funny. I loved the storytelling and the way it was shown through dancing! Food was delicious and our server was always checking on us to make sure we were taken care of.
It is worth the money to pay for premium seating because you get close to the stage.
Our family of six adults had an incredible experience with James. This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure and one of the highlights of our trip to the Big Island.
James was attentive, knowledgeable, and provided outstanding service throughout the tour. His insights about Mauna Kea, the island, and the night sky made the experience even more memorable. He made sure everyone was comfortable and took the time to answer questions and share fascinating information.
The summit sunset and stargazing were absolutely unforgettable. We greatly appreciated James’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for his guests.
Mahalo, James, for helping create memories our family will cherish for years to come!
The sunset from 4200 meters and the stargazing under a sky full of stars were an unforgettable experience in my life. Although it was supposed to be an English guide, the guide was Japanese, and I received various pieces of advice, which made me feel at ease participating in the tour.
4200mからのサンセット、満天星空観測は人生の中でも記憶に残る素晴らしい体験でした。
英語ガイドとの事でしたが、ガイドさんが日本の方で、色々アドバイスを頂き安心してツアーに参加出来ました。
The oxygen is thin at the summit, and I experienced mild symptoms of altitude sickness. I had planned to go on my own, but I'm really glad I joined the tour.
頂上は酸素が薄く、私は軽い高山病の症状が出ました。個人で行く予定でしたが、ツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。
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It was my first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. The tour was in English, but we had a guide who could also speak Japanese, which made it lucky for me as I was able to learn more about Hawaii and the night sky in a fun way. The starry sky was perfect, and the Milky Way was breathtaking. I want to see it again someday.
初めてのハワイ島でした。英語のツアーでしたが、日本語も話せるガイドさんで、ハワイのこと、星空のことをより楽しく知ることができてラッキーでした。満点の星空、ミルキーウェイ、またいつか見に行きたいです。
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The guide was a really nice person, and I had a great time participating in the tour. The sunset and the starry sky were both breathtaking! I'm very satisfied!!
ガイドの方がとてもいい人で楽しくツアーに参加できました。サンセットも星空も絶景でした！大満足です！！
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The tour was amazing!! Anthony was outstanding!! He was very friendly and had a great sense of humor!! He made me feel very comfortable!! His information about the area was awesome!!
You can take water and wear comfy shoes. You might want to wear layers in case it rains.
We participated as a family of four. At the departure point for the kick-up, I was worried because there were many clouds, but at the summit of 4,000 meters, it was not a problem at all. The weather was perfectly clear. James, our guide, was great, and there were no issues with communication in both English and Japanese. The tour content was absolutely wonderful, and the beauty of the sunset, the Milky Way, and Scorpius was exceptional.
The sunset was moving, but the colors of the sky changing from orange to yellow to purple after sunset were incredibly impressive. Our guide took a lot of photos of the sunset and the stargazing, and all of them turned out to be amazing. I’m grateful for the precious photos that captured both the Milky Way and Scorpius along with people, which I couldn't have taken with my own camera.
It truly became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much!
家族４人で参加しました。
キックアップの出発地では、雲が多くて心配でしたが、4,000Mの山頂では
全く問題になりませんでした。最高に晴天です。
ジェームズさんのガイドも英語と日本語で全く問題ありませんでした。
ツアー内容が何よりも素晴らしく、サンセットと天の川、サソリ座の美しさは、
格別でした。
サンセットも感動的ですが、日没後の刻々と変化するオレンジや黄色、紫などの
空の色が超感動です。
ガイドさんにサンセットや天体観測の写真も一杯撮ってもらい、どれも素晴らしい写真です。
天の川、サソリ座と人が同時に写るなんて自分のカメラでは出来ないので貴重な写真を
撮って頂き感謝しています。
本当によい思い出となりました。
ありがとうございました。
Let's make sure to take the minimum necessary precautions against the cold ourselves. For undergarments, it's best to wear long sleeves, long pants, and thicker socks. At the summit, make sure to take
最低限の防寒対策は、自分でやりましょう。
下着は、長袖、ズボン下、靴下も厚めがいいです。
山頂では、深呼吸を多くして酸素不足にならないようにしてください。
早い動きは息が切れます。ゆっくり動きましょう
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I was anxious about the English-guided tour, but the guide kindly explained things while incorporating some Japanese, and I was very satisfied. Fortunately, we were blessed with good weather, which made for the best experience.
英語ガイドのツアーで不安でしたが、ガイドの方は日本語も交えながら親切に説明していただきとても満足です。
幸運にも天気に恵まれ最高の体験ができました。
Even in summer, it can be cold, so while rentals are available, it's better to bring warm clothing like long sleeves. I think it would be good to have gloves that are easy to use with a smartphone.
夏でも寒いので、レンタルはありますが長袖などの防寒着を持って行ったほうが良いです。
スマホが使用しやすい手袋があると良いと思います。
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A family friendly storytelling experience through the South Pacific. Hands on learning, beautiful singing and music, and exciting and graceful dancing combine for an evening that will bring joy to your vacation. Book it and go!
Mahalo for your kind feedback, glad to see you grabbed hold of the cultural experience and also making us a part of your memories while on vacation.
We loved our trip! Shawn was amazing and even though we messed out the flight, he was flexible and made sure we were able to see all of the spots included in our trip! He has a wealth of knowledge of the history of the Big Island and its culture. We loved learning all about the people, the land and its history. It was an amazing trip! Highly recommend!
One of the best experiences ever. Amazing views, amazing staff, amazing horses, amazing waterfall...I couldn't have asked for a better experience for our wedding party.
I was able to see the most amazing sunset and starry sky of my life. From the pickup to the end, everything went very smoothly. It was extremely cold near the summit, but thanks to the ski wear that was provided, I was able to stay warm. The sandwiches that were distributed were also delicious.
On the day, there were clouds around 3,000 meters, but since we went above them, we were able to see both the sunset and the starry sky beautifully without any issues.
Additionally, while the recruitment details stated that there would only be an English guide, they actually explained things in both English and Japanese, which made me feel at ease participating. Thank you very much.
人生で一番最高の夕日と星空を見させていただきました。お迎えから最後までとても円滑で、頂上付近は非常に寒かったですが、スキーウェアを貸し出してくださったおかげで暖かく過ごせました。配っていただいたサンドイッチも美味しかったです。
当日は雲が3,000メートル付近にありましたが、その上まで行ったので、夕日も星空も問題なく綺麗に見ることができました。
また、募集要項には英語ガイドのみと記載されていましたが、実際には日本語も交えて説明してくださったので、安心して参加できました。ありがとうございました。
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This time, I applied for the Sunrise Tour and the Sunset Tour separately. The Sunset Tour starts in the evening, so there is no cold, and you can see the surrounding environment, which allows you to fully appreciate Mauna Kea Mountain, making the experience even more impressive.
The sunset also offers many opportunities for photography, so there is a lot of freedom.
今回、サンライズツアーとサンセットツアーを別々に申し込みましたが、
サンセットツアーは、夕方から上るので、寒さがなく周りの環境が見えるのでマウナケア山全体が把握できて感動も倍になりました。
サンセットは撮影シーンもたくさん持てるので自由度が高いです。
A fleece is sufficient.
フリース程度で大丈夫です。
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We were blessed with good weather, and I was moved as I watched the sea of clouds spread out below and the sun setting. It was very cold, but I was impressed by the stunning view. There was also a Japanese guide, which made me feel at ease. I highly recommend it!
お天気に恵まれ、眼下には雲海が広がり、太陽が沈む光景を感動しながら見ていました。とても寒かったけれど、絶景に感動しました。日本語ガイドさんもいて、安心できました。おすすめです！
I brought a hot pack, and it's very convenient. The summit is unbelievably cold!
ホッカイロを持参しましたが、あると便利です。山頂は信じられないほど、寒いです！
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I was initially worried because it was with an English guide, but I felt very reassured and enjoyed it since they also provided guidance in Japanese. The sunset in the world above the clouds, the Milky Way that I saw for the first time, and the starry sky were truly amazing!
英語ガイドとのことで始めは不安でしたが、日本語でも案内していただけてとても安心して楽しめました。
文字通り雲の上の世界の夕焼けと、初めて見る天の川、そして満天の星空は本当に素晴らしかったです！
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This title says it all! It was the best view and experience! They lend you ski wear, so it's reassuring! Let's go!
このタイトルに尽きます！
最高の景観と体験でした！スキーウェア貸してくれるので安心です！let's go!
New moon might be recommended⁉️
新月おすすめかも⁉️
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Family trip we stayed at King Kamehameha’s Beach Resort. We researched other Kona area Luaus and found this one to be well rated. We really liked the convenience of just walking over from the hotel. The Luau was very well organized in checking people in, helping you find your assigned seats. Great idea on that! Really simplified what could be mass chaos without assigned seating. Food lines and offerings were well organized and kept well stocked. Food was fresh and tasteful. Drink lines moved quickly. The music and show was very entertaining . Lots of fun. Again, well organized and presented well. Very enjoyable evening.
Book well ahead. As soon as your travel plans are firm.
Since there were many Japanese people, the guide Shotaro explained everything in Japanese as well, which made me feel at ease participating in the tour. I did feel unwell at the summit, but he offered advice and showed concern, which was reassuring. There were many clouds for part of the journey, and it was said that seeing the stars would be difficult today, but in the end, it cleared up, and I was able to see a sky full of stars. It turned out to be an amazing experience!
日本人が多かったこともあり、ガイドのショウタロウは逐一日本語も交えて説明してくれたので、安心してツアーに参加できました。
山頂で体調を崩してしまいましたが、アドバイスをくれたり、気遣ってくれて、その点も安心できました。
途中までは雲が多く、星を見るのは今日は難しいとのことでしたが、最後には晴れて、満点の星空を見ることができ、最高の体験になりました！
I was able to borrow warm down jacket and pants, but it was still cold, and my head and ears were particularly cold and painful, so it would have been nice to have a knit hat.
暖かいダウン上下は貸してもらえましたが、それでも寒く、特に頭と耳は冷たく痛かったので、ニット帽があると良かったです。
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This tour was everything I was hoping for, and more. Our tour guide Henry was amazing. His storytelling was so engaging and entertaining and we didn’t just get to see beautiful places, we also learned a lot about the history of the people and the island. If you are looking for a safe and fun way to get to experience several highlights from the Big Island, learn more about the culture and just have an overall insanely enjoyable and memorable experience, I highly recommend this tour.
We were staying on Oahu and they made all of our flight arrangements, provided a delicious local meal and plenty of snacks and somehow made it back in plenty of time for our evening flight back over to Oahu. We were amazed at how much we were able to see and do all in one day. It is an experience that my family and I will treasure.
Also, one note in case you are concerned - there are plenty of bathroom stops along the way.
Read all the information they provide on what to wear and bring - they cover everything you’d need.
Chris was a great guide - learned a lot about the island beyond the summit and stargazing. Would highly recommend.
The purpose of my trip to the Big Island was simply to see the starry sky! We started with a downpour at the meeting place. During the drive, we were very lucky to see rainbows appearing multiple times, as if it were a blessing from the rain. Our guide, James, continuously explained background information while driving. His kindness in trying to communicate in Japanese using an AI app made me very happy, as he clearly wanted us to enjoy the experience!
Once we entered Mauna Kea, rangers were present at key points to ensure the safety of visitors and showed great respect for the sacred area. I was filled with gratitude for the Hawaiian spirit they shared. Of course, the sunset and starry sky depend on natural conditions, but I believe this tour allows you to feel that whatever situation you experience is the best!
Sending all my MAHALO!
ハワイ島へ行く目的はとにかく星空を見たい！でした。
集合場所でどしゃ降りの雨スタート。
祝福の雨からドライブのあいだ、何度も虹が出現してとてもラッキーでした。
ガイドのJamesは運転しながらずっと予備知識を説明し続けててくれていました。
AIアプリを使って日本語でも伝えようとしてくれる優しさ。楽しんでほしい！という気持ちがとってもうれしかったです。
マウナケアの山に入ってからは要所にレンジャーたちが訪れる人たちの安全を守り、聖域にリスペクトを持って仕事をされていてハワイアンスピリットを贈られた感謝の気持ちでいっぱいでした。
夕陽、星空、ともに自然の条件がいちばんなのはもちろんですが、どのようなシチュエーションであれ自分が経験したことがベスト！と感じられるツアーだと思います。
ありったけのMAHALOを。
Wonderful experience!
すばらしい経験を！
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It was a wonderful experience. At the summit, there were amazing views in every direction, and the way the colors changed as the sun set was incredibly beautiful. The stargazing afterward allowed us to see many stars. There were two tour buses, but both guides were kind and shared various stories, making it a very enjoyable tour.
すばらしい体験でした。山頂では360度どちらを向いてもすばらしい景色が広がり、また陽が沈むにつれて色がどんどん変わる様子はとても美しかった。その後の星空観察もたくさんの星を見ることができました。2台のツアーバスでしたがどちらのガイドの方も親切で、色々なお話をしてくださりとても楽しいツアーでした。
Make sure to breathe slowly. You can rent down coats and pants, so I brought a lightweight down jacket, a long-sleeve shirt, a knit hat, and gloves, but depending on the season, you might need a bit m
ゆっくり呼吸することを心がける。ダウンコートとズボンをレンタルできるので、自身では薄手のダウンジャケットと長袖シャツ、ニット帽と手袋を持っていきましたが季節によってはもう少し寒さ対策が必要かもしれない
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We moved by boat to board the submarine that was anchored offshore. The staff seemed very friendly, but they didn't understand English... We were able to see a lot of fish, but perhaps our expectations were too high, as we found it a bit lacking.
沖合に停泊している潜水艦まで船で移動して乗船します。スタッフの方はとてもフレンドリーな感じでしたが、英語がわからないので…。魚もたくさん見ることができました。が、期待値が高すぎたのか私たちには物足りなかったです。
The inside of the submarine is cramped, and you might feel a bit uncomfortable as you have to lean forward slightly to look out the window.
潜水艦の中は狭く、また窓から眺めるには少し前傾姿勢になり体勢がキツく感じるかもしれません。
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The guide was of Japanese descent and explained important moments in Japanese, which made me feel at ease and able to participate. The starry sky was unlike anything I had ever seen before. Thank you very much.
ガイドの方も日系の方で重要な場面は日本語で説明してくださり 安心して、参加する事ができました。
星空も今まで見た事のないものでした。
ありがとうございました。
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The view of the sea of clouds and the sunset was amazing. Thanks to our very kind and fun guide, it was the best tour! Thank you!
雲海と夕日の景色が最高でした。
とても親切で楽しいガイドさんのおかげで、最高のツアーでした！
ありがとうございました！
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The summit of Mauna Kea felt like being on a completely different planet. The sunset and sea of clouds viewed from the top were truly breathtaking.
Additionally, the starry sky was so moving that words can't express it.
I thought there would only be an English guide, but important points like altitude sickness prevention were explained in Japanese as well, which was very helpful. Thank you so much, Shotaro!
マウナケア山の山頂はまるで違う惑星にいる感覚でした。山頂から見た夕陽と雲海は本当に感動的でした。
また、満点の星空も言葉にできないほど感動的でした。
英語ガイドだけと思っていましたが、高山病対策等大事な点は日本語でも説明して頂き、とても助かりました。
しょうたろうさん本当にありがとうございました。
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Thank you for the best time! I definitely recommend visiting the Big Island. Amazing! Our guide Chris was also fantastic!
最高の時間をありがとうございました
是非ハワイ島を訪れたらおすすめします
最高！
ガイドのクリスさんも最高！
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The sunset and starry sky from the summit of Mauna Kea were amazing. Although it was supposed to be an English guide, Chris provided guidance in Japanese, and I really appreciated the explanations of the precautions and constellations. Thank you very much.
マウナケア山頂からのサンセットと星空最高でした。
英語ガイドということでしたが、クリスさんが日本語でガイドしてくださり注意事項や星座の説明がとてもありがたかったです。
ありがとうございました。
Since the altitude is high, those who are prone to altitude sickness may need to be cautious.
標高が高いので、高山病の症状が出やすい人は注意が必要かも
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