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 |
Reviewed by: Merla Salongcong
Alltogether it was a great experience. Everything was so well organized. Our guide, Anne, is AWESOME! She's very knowledgeable about everything we saw that evening and her enthusiasm is very much appreciated and infectious. She made the whole experience even better! Thanks guys!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/19 |
Reviewed by: David and JoAnn Judd
If you like snorkelling mixed with a little history, this trip is a must. We have snorkelled all over Hawaii and this is as good as it gets. The water is crystal clear, the coral is beautiful, and the fish, turtles, and spinner dolphins just complete a perfect day! Captain Ken tells you all about the monument and the events that led to Captain Cook's demise. As we arrived at Captain Cook, we found ourselves in the middle of a pod of well over 150 spinner dolphins who were playing in the area that day. They remained there the entire day! And on the ride home, we had a lot of fun mixed with several stops at caves or other points of interest where Ken would tell you the 'story' or explain the legend! This was just a great trip to a beautiful location. We will do it again the next time we am on the Big Island!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my second time in Hawaii, and I participated in snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Unfortunately, the weather was unusually cloudy for Hawaii that day. I was worried about whether I would be able to enjoy the beautiful sea, but I was able to enjoy it nonetheless.
By the way, I tend to get very seasick, and that was my only concern, but I managed to get through the trip without any seasickness.
I have participated in snorkeling several times in Japan and Hawaii, but this was the most beautiful and enjoyable experience. Since it was a memorable trip, I’m glad I was able to create good memories. I definitely want to participate again next time.
今回2回目のハワイで、ケアラケクワ湾の主ノーケリングに参加しました。残念ながら当日はハワイでは非常にめずらしい曇り空でした。当日は曇りで、きれいな海が見られるのか心配でしたがきれいな海を楽しむ事ができました。
ちなみに私は非常に乗り物酔いがはげしく唯一それが心配でしが、船酔いもなく無事に過ごすことができました。
今まで何度か日本国内やハワイでのシュノーケリングに参加したことがありましたが今回が一番きれいで楽しめました。記念の旅行だったので良い思い出ができよかったです。
是非、次の機会にも参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 真心者
I've been to Hawaii several times, but this was my first visit to the Big Island.
Of course, the main purpose was Mauna Kea!!
The cold was even more than I had imagined, but the satisfaction and emotional impact exceeded my expectations.
Such scenery is something you definitely can't see in Japan. I've traveled to various places abroad, but this has truly become one of the places I’m glad I visited.
Although it was a long day, listening to the guide's stories made me feel neither tired nor bored at all. The guides, who feel a deep reverence for Mauna Kea, provided guidance that was nothing short of divine.
It was a shock that felt like a double punch!!
Thank you, I want to go again.
ハワイには何度か来てますが、はじめてハワイ島に足を伸ばしました。
もちろんマウナケアが目的!!
寒さも想像を上回ったのですが、その満足度、心のインパクト度は激しく予想を上回りました。
あんな風景、日本じゃ絶対見れない。というか海外旅行も色々行ってますが、本当に行ってよかったと思える場所のひとつとなりました。
1日長時間ですが、ガイドさんの話を聞いていると、まったく疲れや退屈を感じません。マウナケアを神聖と感じ、ほれ込んでいるガイドさんたちの案内はもはや神技でした。
なんだかダブルパンチをもらったほどのショック!!
ありがとう、また行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: 匠
I participated in your tour during the summer vacation.
Thank you very much for your hospitality during my stay. Thanks to you, I was able to fully enjoy my trip to the Big Island of Hawaii.
Now that I'm back in Japan and getting used to the scenery of Tokyo, I realize just how extraordinary my time on the Big Island and the views from Mauna Kea were, and I'm already feeling the urge to go back to Hawaii.
Not only was Mauna Kea amazing, but I was also deeply impressed by our passionate guide, which has been a great inspiration for me.
Thank you very much once again. I sincerely wish for your continued success in the future.
夏休みに御社のツアーに参加させていただきました。
滞在中は大変お世話になり、有難うございました。お陰様で楽しいハワイ島旅行を満喫できました。
日本に戻り、東京の風景に慣れてくると、ハワイ島での時間、マウナケアの景色がどれだけ非日常的だったかと痛感し、またハワイ行きたい病が発病してます。
マウナケアも去ることながら、情熱あふれるガイドさんにも感激し、励みにしてます。
本当に有難うございました。今後の皆様のご活躍を心よりお祈り申し上げます。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: はるばる
Hello♪
Thank you for a wonderful time. The sunset was beautiful, and I was truly moved.
The night sky, with the new moon, offered the best view! The Milky Way was stunning.
The conversation about the stars was enjoyable and very educational♪ I want to visit Mauna Kea again♪
I look forward to it next time(^^*
こんにちは♪
とても素敵なひと時をありがとうございました。
夕陽はとても綺麗で、ただただ感動でした。
星空は、新月だったこともあり、最高のものを拝めました!天の川、綺麗だったなぁ。
星空の話も楽しくて、とても勉強になりました♪
またマウナケアに行きたいです♪
その時はよろしくお願いしますね(^^*
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: 山田雅人
Hello,
I returned to Japan with many wonderful memories after watching the setting sun and the star-filled sky at Mauna Kea.
Tomorrow, I'm heading to Los Angeles. I went to Hawaii to refresh my mind. Experiencing the slow-paced Hawaiian time and the warmth of the people helped me relieve my stress, and I had very fulfilling days.
I spent a month on the Big Island, but I really wanted to go to Mauna Kea. I applied to several companies, but was turned down because of my wheelchair. By chance, I called a nature school thinking it was a long shot, and I remember being surprised at how easily they accepted me.
The majestic nature of Mauna Kea was a precious experience and a memory I will never forget. It was an emotional day, touched by the kindness of the Japanese people I was with and Mr. Yamamoto.
Having someone kindly carry me and seeing numerous stars through the telescope for the first time became a lifelong memory for me.
After a year of training in graduate school, I am seriously considering going to Kona.
Thank you so much for everything. I will definitely contact you the next time I go, so please take care of me then.
ハロー
マウナケアでの沈み行く太陽と空いっぱいの星を見る事が出来て、よい思い出いっぱいで日本にかえってきました。
明日、ロスに向かいます。
ハワイには心の洗濯の為に行きました。ゆっくりとながれるハワイアンタイムと人々の暖かさに触れて、ストレスを取り去り、とても充実した日々でした。
1ヶ月ハワイ島にいたのですが、どうしてもマウナケアに行きたくて、数社に申し込んだのですが、車椅子ということで断られ、偶然、手に入れたネイチャースクールにダメでもともとと思い電話しました。余りにも簡単に受け入れてくださって、呆気に取られていたのを覚えています。
マウナケアの雄大な自然は大切な経験で、一生忘れない思い出です。同乗していた日本人の方々と山本さんの優しさに触れ、感激の1日でした。
重い自分を快く担いでくださり、望遠鏡からの数々の星を初めてみた事は自分にとって一生の思い出になりました。
あと1年、大学院での研修後は本気でコナに行く事を考えています。
本当に色々とありがとうございました。
今度、行く時にも必ず連絡しますので宜しくお願い致します。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: よろしく純情
Aloha,
My family and I, along with my eight nieces, participated in the event.
I didn't expect it to be that cold, but we borrowed some great warm clothing and thoroughly enjoyed the mystical sunset and starry sky.
My daughter wants to go back to see her zodiac sign, Pisces. On the flight from Honolulu to Japan, she was shouting, "I don't want to go back!" (crying).
Japan has been experiencing a lot of lingering summer heat, but lately, there have been many rainy days that bring me down. I really want to go back to Hawaii!
アロハー
私の家族や姪たち8人で参加させていただきました。
あんなに寒いとは思わなかったけれど、ばっちりの防寒着を借り、神秘的な夕日と星空を満喫しました。
娘は自分の星である魚座を見に、また行きたい、ホノルル空港から日本への機中、『帰りたくな~い(泣)』と叫んでいました。
日本は残暑が激しかったですが、この頃は雨が多く凹む日が多いです。ほんとにハワイに戻りた~い
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: サトミエ
Thank you for the amazing Mauna Kea tour the other day.
I returned to Japan today, but...
The sunset and the smiling starry sky I saw at that time are still etched in my memory. I believe it's all thanks to the passionate presentation of the tour by our guide.
Next, I want to participate in the lava tour. Is the starry sky on the Big Island beautiful today as well? I will definitely go again!
先日は最高のマウナケアツアーをありがとうございました。
今日日本に帰国しましたが・・・
あの時見たサンセットと微笑んでいる星空は今でも頭に焼き付いています。それもこれもガイドさんの情熱あふれるツアー演出のおかげと思います。
次は溶岩ツアー参加したいです。今日もハワイ島の星空はキレイですか??もう一度必ず行きますね!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
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