Reviewed by: Arnab
The luau staff were great, but we wish the hotel staff at the lobby were more helpful. We were out of cash to pay $3 for the parking, and all nearby ATM's were down. We asked the lobby staff to accept a credit card payment, but they would not budge. Finally one person in the Luau staff (Dan, I believe) helped us out (bless his heart!). So even though the activity was great, the ending was somewhat rocky.
Regards,
-Arnab.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in this helicopter tour with a Japanese pilot, which was a bit pricey. Previously, when I rode a helicopter in Kauai, the pilot was a foreigner, and the other guests were from the mainland (United States). Of course, we were listening to a Japanese explanation tape, but I really wanted to hear a live explanation! So, I chose Blue Hawaiian, hoping to have a chance to have a Japanese pilot.
As a result, I had the most satisfying flight experience. The vast black land seen from above, the red, bubbling lava, the valleys, waterfalls, and expansive pastures... the beautiful coastline. It was a two-hour experience full of surprises.
日本人パイロットのヘリということで、少々高額ですが参加しました。
以前、カウアイ等でへりに乗った際、外国人のパイロットの方で、お客さんは、私達と、本土(アメリカ)かた来た方でした。もちろん私達は、日本語の説明のテープを聞いていたので、やはり生の説明が聞きたい!と思い、できれば、日本人の方にあたる可能性もあるブルーハワイアンを選びました。
結果、最高の満足できるフライト体験をさせて頂きました。
上空からみる広大な黒い大地、赤々と煮えたぎるような溶岩
そして渓谷や滝そして広大な牧草地帯・・・美しい海岸線
驚きがいっぱいの2時間でした。
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I highly recommend it. The sea is very clear, and there are plenty of fish. For those who are not confident in swimming, they provide floaties and other equipment on the boat, so you can feel safe. The burgers eaten on the boat were also delicious. The captain, who resembled George Clooney, and the cheerful staff were all very kind.
お勧めです。海は透明度が高く、魚もたくさんいます。泳ぎが不安な方も、船で浮き輪等貸してくれますので安心です。船上で食べるバーガーも美味でございました。ジョージクルーニー似のキャプテン、明るいスタッフもみんな親切でした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Beverly Quek
Our tour guide Sharon was wonderful!! She was very informative and knew the history and tour sites very well. She was also funny and entertaining even though our group was not very responsive at first. She made us laugh in the end.
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| Posted on: | 2007/12/23 |
Reviewed by: seisyun
I was late for the meeting time, so I was guided to my seat first, but then I went back to get a lei and a flower tattoo. Since it was a buffet, I was able to eat a lot of my favorite foods, but personally, I wanted to eat even more (laughs). While I was in the restroom, the show started, and I missed the Tahitian dance, which was the one I wanted to see the most, so I was really disappointed. The same performers danced various regional dances, which provided a different kind of enjoyment compared to PCC. Since I could see it up close, I carefully observed one dancer to study the dance. If PCC is a show to enjoy the overall impact, I think the show here allows for more detailed observation. It might be great for those who are seeing Hawaiian cuisine and dance for the first time.
集合時間に遅れてしまったので、先に席に案内されたが、戻ってレイや花のいれずみをやってもらった。
バイキングなので自分の好きなものをたくさん食べれたが、私的にもっと食べていたかった(笑)。
トイレに行っていた最中にショーが始まってしまい、タヒチのダンスを見損ねてしまった。一番見たかったダンスだけにショックだった。
色々な地域のダンスを同じ人たちが踊っていたので、PCCとは違った楽しさがあった。まじかで見れたので、一人の人をじっくり観察してダンスを研究した。
PCCが全体の迫力を楽しむショーであるとしたら、ここでのショーはじっくり観察できるものであると思う。
ハワイアン料理やダンスなどを初めて見るといった人にはいいかもしれない。
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| Posted on: | 2007/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great time! The staff was very personable and made the trip even better. Would highly recommend to others. Smaller boat and much better attention to detail for the customers.
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| Posted on: | 2007/12/14 |
Reviewed by: Lawrence Skoretz
This tour was very unique, inspiring, breath-taking and accomodating. We highly recommend it to vacationers..especially if you enjoy the ourdoors and something unique. A great place full of awesome history and luscious greenery!
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| Posted on: | 2007/12/01 |
Reviewed by: taku
I was a bit nervous because there were mostly foreigners, but the staff were very kind and accommodating. I enjoyed snorkeling a lot. My wife kept diving into the sea from the boat with the kids who were participating... We even encountered a pod of dolphins along the way.
外国人ばかりでドキドキしましたが、スタッフの方もやさしく対応していただきました。シュノーケルも十分楽しめました。妻は参加していた子供らと船上から海へのダイブを繰り返していました。。。途中イルカの群れにも会いました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was only our second time kayaking and had a wonderful time...highly recommended for something other than the usual snorkeling trip
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/19 |
Reviewed by: Bill and Julie Strater
It was an awesome experience. Tim, our pilot, was a pleasure to fly with ,and his knowledge and love for the island was incredibly impressive. This is a must do while visiting the Big Island.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/19 |
Reviewed by: 新婚さん
This time, I visited the Big Island for a wedding and honeymoon, and participated in a tour on November 8th.
I joined my husband's family, and the guide, Yamachan, was amazing with his attentiveness, humor, and knowledge about the stars... everything was just perfect! Thank you for an emotional experience that I could never have in Japan.
I will never forget the Milky Way we saw that night!! Next time, I definitely want to go see the summer constellations. When I do, I will be sure to request Yamachan as my guide! Thank you very much.
今回は結婚式、ハネムーンが目的でハワイ島を訪れ、11/8のツアーに参加しました。
夫の家族と参加しましたが、ガイドのやまちゃんの気配り、面白さ、星の詳しさ・・・などなど、最高でした!日本では決して味わえない、感動的な時間をありがとうございます。
あの時見た天の川は忘れません!!今度はぜひ夏の星座を見に行きたいと思います。その際はガイドの指名はもちろんやまちゃんで!ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/15 |
Reviewed by: James L.
The crews were very attentive, and the captain was awesome! A group of 4 of us went, and everyone had a great time. I would totally do this again! Thanks for the good time. Oh, and HawaiiActivities called me on the day before to remind me. Such a good service. Thank you!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Louise Huckabay
It was my first time to snorkel and I was a little nervous but the staff helped me and my experience was amazing. They went to great lengths to see that my experience was a good one.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was one of the highlights of our trip! Our guide, Mikey, was fantastic - thanks!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Terry
Our Helicopter ride over the Big Island was the highlight of our trip. Seeing lava so close was once in a life time! Joel our pilot was awsome and had a great knowledge of the island. He put us at ease with his profesionalism and personality. What a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/09 |
Reviewed by: 東京 ミク
This was an activity I had wanted to experience for the past two or three years, and I finally got to fulfill my wish.
I wanted to see the scene of lava flowing into the sea, but since it's a natural phenomenon, it can't be helped.
The helicopter noise I had imagined was not bothersome, so it was an enjoyable experience.
2,3年前から一度体験したかったアクティビティでしたがやっと念願かないました。
溶岩が海に流れ落ちる場面を見たかったですが、自然現象なのでやむを得ないですね。
想像をしていたヘリの騒音は気にならなかったので楽しい体験でした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The helicopter was safer and more comfortable than I expected. It was fine even with a little wind.
The staff's service was very kind, allowing me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
Throughout the journey, there was a detailed explanation by the pilot, Jason, but unfortunately, it was only in English, and I could only understand parts of it. Since conversations could only be done through the microphone, even if I said, "Wow, the volcano is amazing," the person next to me couldn't hear it.
That aside, the scenery was magnificent, dynamic, and beautiful. You can see the main points of the Big Island in about two hours, so even if you don't fully understand the explanations, I think it's a very worthwhile attraction.
へりは思ったより安全で、快適でした。ちょっとくらい風が吹いても大丈夫。
スタッフのサービスはとても親切で、安心して楽しむ事ができました。
全行程でパイロットのジェイソンさんによる丁寧な解説がありましたが、残念ながら英語のみで私は部分的に分かる程度でした。マイクを通してしか会話ができないので、「わ~火山がすごいね~」とか言っても、隣の人に聞こえないのでした。
そんなことはさておき、風景は壮大で、躍動的で、美しいハワイ島の主要なポイントを約2時間で見れるため、解説があまり分からなくても、参加する価値がある、とてもいいアトラクションだと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/01 |
Reviewed by: Miss Hardey
Would definitely do this again! Pilot was fabulous and sights were beautiful. Wonderful way to spend time in Hilo.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/01 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great place for kayaking, especially in the morning. Not the best place on the island for snorkeling, but good for part of the tour.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great way to see the highlights of Hilo and the volcano. Good price for it too.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/30 |
Reviewed by: RYUSEN
On my fourth trip to Hawaii, I visited the Big Island for the first time. The purpose was golf and Mauna Kea. The sunset and scenery at Mauna Kea were breathtaking. Additionally, our guide, Mr. Yamamoto, was excellent with his stories, explanations, and attentiveness to guests (we hit it off since we are both from Kansai). It became a wonderful memory.
Also, my wife forgot her sunglasses on the bus, but they were kindly delivered to our hotel. We are very grateful. If the opportunity arises, this is definitely a tour I would like to take again.
4度目のハワイ旅行で、初めてハワイ島を訪れました。
目的は、ゴルフとマウナケアでした。マウナケアでの夕陽や景色の感動的でした。また、ガイドのヤマモトさんのお話や説明、客に対する気配りも、最高でした。(同じ関西出身でウマがあいました)
とても素敵な思い出となりました。
また、妻がバスにサングラスを忘れましたが、丁寧に宿泊ホテルに届けていただきました。感謝いたします。
また、機会がありましたら、必ず行きたいツアーでした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/28 |
Reviewed by: Tony
The luau was good food was great staff were great the show was ok and they would'nt let you video tape the show. It rained on us for a little while before we ate but it cleared up after and we didn't have to go inside but all in all it was a fun time
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Alison
This was a fantastic experience and very unique. Never expected the manta rays to come soo close. Hope my pics come out. Will definitely do again when I come back to the Big Island. Highly recommend for everyone, was a very easy snorkel and NOT scary at all.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Tony
My wife did the early morning 3.5 hour trip and we loved it. This was the first time that me and my wife had ever kayaked, the tour guides show you how to do everything from balancing your kayak to getting in and out of your kayak in the open ocean. We seen a pod of dolphins on the way out of the bay, that was great, then we followed the shore line. at one point we were able to paddle into a small cave with a blow hole, and then several members of the tour jumped off the cliff over the cave. It was a bit too high for us so we watched. But we were able to paddle out before the rest with one guide and when we were just around the corner the same pod of dolphins swam under and by us. Several of the dolphins were within touching distance of our kayak. My wife was so in awe she could barely get the camera out! The snacks were yummy and the guides wonderful!. We were able to wander and snorkel at a second sight that had a cove and a shorter cliff that we jumped off! If you can take t
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Tony
all I can say about this tour is "wow" if you have never ever paddled in a kayak befor no problem with on tour your guides will teach you how get in and balance yourself, how to hold your paddle, how to paddle toeghter, how to get in and out of your kayak in open water even if you have never done it before because that person was me. My wife and I had the best time toeghter trying to see everything thats going on around you. After they show you how to do everything you just start paddiling out of the bay with your guides along the coast line. Just as we rounded the corner a pod of dolphins swaw by us they were about 100 yrds away from us but what a treat. We stoped for a short break and they showed us how to get in and out of the kayak in the open ocean, then we went cliff to the blow hole paddled in and out of the cave jumped off the cliff then went around to another bay to have lunch and snorkle. Well all I can say we were the first around the corner with our guide and a pod of dol
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We enjoyed it as a family. The food was delicious.
家族で楽しみました。料理おいしかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My family was satisfied. I think the food was good too.
家族が満足していました。料理も良かったと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was a great experience to learn about the history of Hawaii and it's polynesian ancestory. The only thing that I was disappointed in was having to pay $20 for a single photo that was taken of my wife and I. A little steap for a single photo.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: ゆか
We participated with our family on October 9. The sea in Hawaii Island is more beautiful than that of Oahu, and it's even more stunning than the White Sands and Keauhou in Hawaii Island, making it impossible not to get in. The boat is a catamaran, so there’s no rocking, and the kids jumped in dozens of times from the slide and diving board. It was also great to have fresh water showers available. The location is just a three-minute walk from the Sheraton where we were staying. I highly recommend it.
10/09に家族で参加してきました。
ハワイ島の海はオアフ島より綺麗なのですが、ハワイ島のホワイト・サンドやケアウホウよりも更に綺麗な海で、入らずにはいられません。船もカタマランなので揺れることも無く、滑り台やジャンプ台など、子供たちは何十回と飛び込んでいましたし、真水のシャワーがあるのもよかっです。
場所はシェラトンに宿泊していたので、歩いて3分といったところです。お薦めします。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was the best part of our first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. Waipio Valley is absolutely gorgeous.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/20 |
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