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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供!<夕食付き/英語ガイド>by マサシネイチャースクール

It was amazing! 最高でした!

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I was worried about the rain down below, but the night sky at the summit was filled with stars. I was amazed to see artificial satellites with the naked eye. However, even though it was midsummer, it was "bone-chilling cold," so gloves and hand warmers are essential. The staff were really nice and enthusiastically explained the night sky. Thank you very much, Jeff.

 下界は雨で心配してましたが、山頂は満点の星空でした。
 人工衛星まで肉眼で確認できる夜空に感動しました。
 但し、真夏とは言え「底冷えする寒さ」なので、手袋・カイロは必需品です。
 とにかくスタッフがいい人で、熱心に星空を解説してくれます。 ジェフさん本当に有難うございました。

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Naalapa Stables Kohala Horseback Riding Tour on Kahua Ranch

A wonderful ride

Reviewed by: karen

Had a wonderful time. It was a nice ride throught scenic beauty. Would recommend it to anyone who enjoys horseback riding.

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Posted on: 2007/07/22

Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Very Entertaining

Reviewed by: The Sibal's from LA

We had a wonderful time. Not very please about the buffet. But we had the perfect view.... the shows are very entertaining. Mahalo!!!!!

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Posted on: 2007/07/19

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

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Reviewed by: D.ALDRIDGE

BEST NIGHTTIME ACTIVITY WE'VE EVER TAKEN PART IN !!!

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

Mona Kea trip is wild.

Reviewed by: Dale Spady

The drive up the volcano is "trip" in itself. The steep, winding, narrow road with a shear dropoff on the side is a pulse pounder. Be ready for the thin atmosphere at the top. Overall, it was an exciting and very unique experience that I would recommend to all adults.

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Hawaii Big Island Helicopter Tour – Volcanoes, Valleys & Waterfalls Flight

Like being on the moon

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Our pilot was friendly, very personable with each one of us. I loved how he used our names as if we already had knowledge of what he was about to share with us. That was a fun way to learn. Amazing how large this volcano is!! Later in the day we drove from Hilo down to the area so we could touch the lava in person. Felt like we were on another planet. Lava and desolation for as far as we could see. Thanks for this experience. Blue Hawaiian Helicopters are the BEST!!! Awesome pilot and staff!!

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Mrs.

Reviewed by: Dee Baumgardner

My friend Nancy and I purchased this tour on the Fair Wind as a Father's Day gift for our husbands, Jay & Jim. Jay & I had taken a similar tour in Kauai last summer. We were expecting a similar activity this time, but were pleasantly surprised to find that it was so much more. The catamaran was so much nicer, the snorkeling was wonderful, the crew was so attentive to our every need and the food was great also. We all had a wonderful time and will definitely do the same thing the next time we are on the Big Island of Hawaii. It was also great that the departure place was only a five minute walk from the resort where we were staying. The crew was very helpful in instructing us as to where to snorkel and find the most fish. My husband got some great pictures with his underwater camera. The boat was not over crowded. The weather turned out to be beautiful that day. I would also like to mention that the ages of the four of us range from 65 to 73. We had no problem maneuvering aro

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

Free-spirited Aquarium 気ままな水族館

Reviewed by: pey-o

The meeting point is a bay located about a 5-minute drive from the center of Kona. Other participants arrive sporadically, so it might be a bit confusing. The explanations are all in English, which might be challenging for some. However, the content is straightforward, so there's no need to worry. Above all, the staff are exceptionally friendly. The boat is small, so there's no need to wait in line for the restroom or meals (buffet style), making it comfortable. It's not too noisy either, allowing you to leisurely enjoy your "personal aquarium."

コナの中心地からクルマで5分程度にある湾が集合場所。
他参加者もパラパラとやってくるので、多少わかりにくい。
説明は全部英語なので、苦手な人はいるかもしれない。
しかし、内容は平易なので安心。
何よりスタッフの人当たりが抜群。
こぢんまりした船なので、トイレも食事(バイキング形式)も並ばず快適。
時間にもさほどうるさくないので、のんびりと「ひとり水族館」を堪能できます。

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Kilauea Volcano Doors-Off Helicopter Tour from Hilo [Not Operating]

Helicopter Tour

Reviewed by: Eric

The helicopter ride with the doors off was very cool! You can feel the heat from the lava! This tour gives you a great view of the different features of the island. It's a bit on the expensive side, but I'd recommend it if you've never done it before.

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Kayaking June 2007

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We had a great time and had a lot of fun !! Great activity for all to enjoy. We will definitely do it again during our next visit.

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UFO Parasail Adventure - Best Kona Parasailing Tour

Mom/Observer/Previous Participant

Reviewed by: Linda Miller

We parasailed during our visit to Kona. My 14-year-old twin sons participated while I observed from the boat. The staff was very professional and even joked with one of my sons who was extremely nervous, setting him at ease before his ride. The ride fulfilled their expectations to the fullest - they wanted to go back up immediately! Pictures were offered - I purchased them but haven't had an opportunity to develop them yet as we just returned home. Didn't really care for the sales pitch of t-shirts, visors, etc. at the end of the ride. As the boys were incredibly excited, I didn't want to disappoint them. I was "encouraged" to spend an additional $75 for t-shirts, which of course, I did. Overall, I would repeat the experience if the opportunity represents itself again!

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Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Couple

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We had a wonderful time! The food was amazing and the experience was very fun. The staff was very friendly. I would definitely go back!

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供!<夕食付き/英語ガイド>by マサシネイチャースクール

Natural Planetarium 天然プラネタリウム

Reviewed by: ヨネヤマダ

The journey along Saddle Road is long and takes you on some rough roads. I appreciated the several photo stops along the way. We took a break at Onizuka, enjoying a bento and miso soup. At this point, the sun was quite bright, and sunglasses were necessary. As we drove further up the mountain, we could see the observatory sparkling in the sunset. We took photos and borrowed long coats to observe the sunset at the summit. The wind was strong and it was really cold, but it was definitely worth it. Even the photos taken with my cellphone were beautiful. You could see the colors of the sky changing rapidly. We brought sunglasses, but regretted not bringing gloves. It’s better to have both gloves and sunglasses. In the evening, we did some stargazing a little further down the mountain. They taught us about the stars while sharing interesting stories. I was thrilled to see Saturn clearly through the telescope, almost as if it were drawn in a cartoon. We could even see satellites moving. Of course, we also saw several real shooting stars. It was like experiencing the starry sky you see in a planetarium in Japan, and I thought I would like to go see the winter constellations again.

サドルロードの道のりは長く、良くない道を進んでいきます。途中何度か写真ストップをしてくれるのは嬉しいです。オニヅカでお弁当とお味噌汁をいただき休憩。この時点で太陽がかなり眩しくてサングラスが必要です。さらに山を車で上りキラキラと夕日に光る天文台が見えてきます。写真を撮り、ロングコートを借りて山頂でサンセット観察。風が強く本当に寒いですが、見る価値は充分にありました。携帯電話で撮った写真ですら美しい。空の色がどんどん変化していくのがわかります。私たちは、サングラスは持っていったのですが手袋はもって行かなかったのが後悔ポイント。手袋とサングラスはお持ちになったほうが良いですよ。夜は、少し山を下りたところで星空観察。面白いトークも交えつつ星について教えてくれます。望遠鏡で土星が漫画で書いたようにはっきり見えたのには感激。人口衛星が動いているのまで見えます。もちろん本物の流れ星も何個も見ることが出来ました。日本のプラネタリウムで見るような星空を生で体験できます。もう一度、冬の星座を見に行きたいと思いました。

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UFO Parasail Adventure - Best Kona Parasailing Tour

Great Fun

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Enjoyed it a lot!!!

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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Great show

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

It was a great show!

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供!<夕食付き/英語ガイド>by マサシネイチャースクール

The scenery was very beautiful... but it was cold! とても素敵な景色でした・・・でも寒かった!~

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

The final event of our week-long trip to the Big Island was the "Mauna Kea Summit and Stargazing Tour." We joined the tour from Waimea and headed straight to the summit, but along the way, we were treated to a rainbow and the vast sight of Mauna Loa, making the journey absolutely captivating. Having seen plenty of lava up close at Kilauea, the scenery here felt expansive and majestic.

After a short break at the visitor center, we finally reached the summit. It took us about 20 minutes to climb to the top. The wind was incredibly strong and freezing, but the view from up there was beyond words (please see the photos).

Additionally, the starlit sky and shooting stars we saw from a spot just below the summit after sunset are unforgettable.

 1週間のハワイ島旅行の最後を締めるイベントが「マウナケア山頂と星空ツアー」でした。
 ワイメアからツアーに合流し、一路山頂に向かいましたが、途中虹が見れたり、マウナロアの広大な姿を眺めることができたりして道中もまったく飽きることがありません。キラウエアで散々と溶岩を間近に見てきましたが、ここでの景色は拡がりがあって雄大さを感じました。
 ビジターセンターで小休止した後は、お待ちかねの山頂です。私たちは、約20分くらいかけて山頂まで登りました。風がとても強く凍えるほどでしたが、そこから見た景色は言葉に表わせないほどのものでした(写真をごらんください)。
 また、日が落ちて、山頂からすこし下りた場所から見た星空、流れ星は、忘れることができません。

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Kilauea Volcano Doors-Off Helicopter Tour from Hilo [Not Operating]

Volcano Open Door Tour

Reviewed by: Scott H.

This tour was a wonderful experience! The open door helicopter was, in my opinion, the ONLY way to see the volcano's and the associated flows. We were lucky enough to witness 3 surface flows, noticeable flow into the ocean AND 2 craters with visible orange molten lava! Thanks for a great time. Emily, you were AWESOME!

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

Trip to Top of Mona Kea

Reviewed by: Carolyn S. Nelson

Over many years of taking tours, I have seen many tour guides. However Buck Pelley ranks at the top of the stack. He is incredibly knowledgeable on such topics as geology, astronomy, plant life, and the history of the area. I hope that Buck remains as a tour guide. I would take another tour with him anytime anywhere.

The only thing that I would improve on the tour is the dinner. Although I understand the challenge of bringing food to the top of Mona Kea, the fish could have been hotter with a lot less salt. While the soup was good it was barely warm. Cookies were excellent

Best wishes,
Carolyn Nelson

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour & Tropical Waterfalls Sightseeing from Hilo

Knowledgeable Staff

Reviewed by: Brad Handy

Polynesian Adventure Tours has very knowledgeable staff members. They share information freely during the tour, which is a great asset in learning more about Hawai'ian history and the volcanoes specifically.

The only problem my wife and I had was how much talking went on. While the information was welcome at times, it seemed the talking never stopped. For some this may be perfect, but it was a little overwhelming/annoying for us.

Overall, the tour went well and the sites were spectacular.

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キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 水~土曜日10:30限定で日本語パイロットのリクエスト可能<フライト100分/英語パイロット/ワイコロアヘリポート>

Experience the vastness of the Big Island of Hawaii! ハワイ島の広さを実感!

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I was picked up from the hotel in Waikoloa, and although I was told that a confirmation couldn't be made, I was able to ride in a helicopter piloted by the only Japanese pilot (Mr. Mochizuki) whom I had requested via email in advance. Mr. Mochizuki provided explanations in both languages to the American couple accompanying us and to us, which made it very enjoyable.

It was my first experience in a helicopter, and there was no vibration, with glass all the way to the floor. I was able to see the lava flowing into the ocean at Kilauea Volcano, and it was amusing to see the cows grazing on the vast Parker Ranch appearing as tiny dots. I was surprised to hear about the elementary school that was affected by a tsunami, located on top of an 800-meter cliff in Waipi'o Valley, and we got very close to a waterfall that has a drop of 1,000 meters, allowing us to fully enjoy the majestic nature.

Waikoloa is a dry area with brown lava land, but as we got closer to Hilo, we experienced sudden rain and saw much greenery, making for a wonderful experience of the vastness and climate differences of the Big Island in a short time! (Driving around takes a whole day, right?) Additionally, on the way back, although we had to wait for a few minutes, we could purchase the video from that day that was on board the helicopter.

ワイコロアのホテルからピックアップしてもらい、確約は出来ないと言われていましたが事前に直接メールでお願いしていた唯一の日本人パイロット(望月さん)の操縦するヘリコプターに乗せていただき、望月氏が同乗のアメリカ人カップルと我々に2カ国語で交互に説明して下さったのでとても楽しかったです。
ヘリコプターは初体験でしたが、震動もなく足下までガラス張りなので、キラウエア火山では海に流れ落ちる溶岩を見ることが出来、広大なパーカー牧場では放牧されている牛たちがまるで点のように小さいのがおかしく、ワイピオバレーでは800mの絶壁の上にあった小学校が津波の被害にあった話に驚き、落差1000mもあるという滝のすぐ近くまで寄ってくださるなど雄大な自然を堪能できました。
ワイコロアは乾燥地帯で溶岩の茶色い土地ばかりですが、ヒロに近くなると突然の雨で緑も多くハワイ島の広さと気候の違いなど素晴らしい体験を短時間で出来ました!(車で周遊するのは1日掛かりですよね)
また、帰りには数十分待ちますが、ヘリコプターに搭載されていた当日のビデオを購入することも出来ます。

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

There were no whales, but... 鯨はいなかったけど

Reviewed by: Orchis

We searched for whales for about an hour and a half after setting sail, but unfortunately, we didn't see any. The explanations were only in English, and I didn't understand most of it. However, we finally found a pod of dolphins and spent quite a long time moving through the sea with them. Many dolphins swam around the boat, and we were able to see them up close. They jumped repeatedly, putting on quite a show. In conclusion, I'm glad I participated.

出航して1時間半くらい鯨を探しまわったけど、残念ながら鯨は見えませんでした。説明は英語のみでほとんどわかりませんでした。でも最後にイルカの群れを見つけ、かなり長い時間一緒に海を進みました。何頭ものイルカが船の周りに泳いでくれて、すごく近くで見ることができました。ジャンプを何回も繰り返して大サービスしてくれましたし。結論としては参加して良かったです。

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ハワイ島 パラセイリング <午前・午後/カイルアコナ発> by UFO Parasail

UFO Paragliding UFOパラセーリング

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

A world of silence like outer space.

Both departing and arriving at the ship can be done at a speed that is manageable for children and the elderly, and I believe there is a 100% guarantee that there will be no risk of water landing. While waiting in line, the ship was sailing at a reasonable speed, so I thought I would feel quite a breeze once we ascended, but I only felt a slight breeze when changing direction or when the wire was being reeled in for landing; it was mostly calm. It felt like just floating in space. Moreover, I was truly surprised by the silence. Since I was alone, it was a world completely devoid of sound, including any external noises. It was only a 10-minute experience, but I think it’s nice to try something like that once in a while.

宇宙空間のような静寂の世界
離船、着船ともに子供でも年配の方でも無理なく行えるスピードですし、着水の可能性も100%ないといって良いと思います。順番を待っているとき船はそれなりのスピードで航行していましたので上に揚がったらさぞかし風を感じるのかと思いきや、方向を変えるとき、着船のためワイヤーを巻き上げられるときに少し感じる程度で、殆ど無風です。空間にただ浮いているという感じでした。また何といってもその静寂さにはビックリです。自分は一人で乗ったので本当に外界の音を含め一切の音のない世界でした。たった10分間でしたがそんな時間を体験をしてみるのもたまには良いのではないでしょうか。

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

Audience's lively luau 観客のりのりルアウ

Reviewed by: himawari

I attended a Christmas luau with my elementary school child. In the morning at the hotel, I tried to reserve a Hanohano seat (which costs $8 for adults), but it was sold out. However, I was told that if we lined up on the left side of the coastal path, between around 4:20 and 4:30 PM (the gathering time was at 4:45), we could get good seats. This way, we ended up right behind the Hanohano seats in front of the stage. Upon entry, we received a shell lei for free. Mai Tais and beers were unlimited. After enjoying making fish out of tattoos and palm leaves, we watched the Kalua pig being brought out and the king entering from the sea, followed by our meal time (which included Hawaiian foods like poi and haupia, and we were full). The show featured dances from Hawaii, New Zealand, Tahiti, and a fire dance from Samoa (which the kids loved!).

It was interactive, with hula dancing, shouting greetings from each country loudly, and even doing lomi lomi massages with the person next to you, which was a lot of fun. There were few Japanese people, and the family next to us was from Portland, but we got along well. Let's enjoy together with the foreigners!

クリスマスルアウに小学生の子供と二人で参加しました。滞在ホテルで朝、ハノハノ
席(大人8ドル)を予約しようとしたら、sold out.  でも4:45の集合
のところ、4:20から4:30くらいまでに、ホテルをでた海岸沿いの小道
の左側に並ぶ(右側はハノハノ席)と良い席につけるといわれ、そうすると
舞台前のハノハノ席のすぐ後ろでした。入場時に貝のレイ(ただ)をくれました。
マイタイやビールなどは飲み放題です。タトゥーややしの葉でお魚を造って
楽しんだ後、カルーアピッグを取り出したり、海から王が入場してくるのを
見たりした後、お食事タイム(ポイやハウピアなどのハワイアンな食べ物もあり
で、お腹いっぱいでした。ショーはハワイ、NZ,タヒチのダンス、サモアの
ファイアーダンス(子供に大受け!)など見応えありました。
観客参加型でチークダンスや、それぞれの国の挨拶を大声で叫んだり、
隣のひととロミロミマッサージしたりと楽しめます。
日本人は少なくお隣はポートランドから来たアメリカ人家族でしたが、
仲良くなれましたよ。外人さん達と一緒にノリノリで楽しみましょう!

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

There are a lot of fish. 魚がいっぱい

Reviewed by: チ−コ

The meeting point was in a perfect location, just a five-minute walk from the Sheraton Keauhou Bay where we were staying. The catamaran was still new and very beautiful.

There were two of us and one other group of Japanese participants; everyone else was foreign. My husband is experienced with snorkeling, but I had only swum in a pool (where I could stand), so I was a bit scared at first. However, after being given a float, I was able to see many fish and was incredibly impressed! After seeing the lava tunnel, we dropped anchor in front of the Captain Cook monument, which apparently cannot be accessed by car. I was able to snorkel again. When we got out of the water, there was a wonderful smell...

It was the barbecue being cooked by the staff. We also enjoyed some wine, and the hamburgers were huge—probably three times the size of Japanese patties. It was a pleasant voyage with the sea breeze. Neither of us speaks English, but we had no trouble at all and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We would love to participate again.

 私たちが泊まっているシェラトンケアホウベイからは歩いて5分という絶好の位置に集合場所はありました。カタマラン(双胴船)はまだ新しく、とても綺麗でした。
参加者は私達2人ともう1組の日本人の他は全員外国のかたでした。
主人はシュノ−ケルにもなれているのですが、プ−ルでしか泳いだ経験のない(足の着く所)私は始めは、こわかったです。しかしうきを貸してもらってたくさんの魚を見ることが出来て大感激!!溶岩トンネルを見た後、キャプテンクックのモニュメントの前で碇をおろし、ここは車で来ることはできないそうです。もういちど、シュノーケルをさせてもらえました。海からあがると、とてもいいにおいが・・・
スタッフが焼いてるバ−べキュ−でした。ワインもいただき、ハンバ−ガ−の大きいこと日本のパテの3倍はあると思います。潮風にふかれて気持ちのいい航海でした。私たち2人とも英語が話せないのですが、まったく不自由なこともなく、十分に楽しませていただできました。また、参加したいです。

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

I was surprised! ワッと驚きました!

Reviewed by: K&C

I am nearsighted, so I usually wear regular snorkeling glasses, but I could hardly see anything. However, this time I was able to borrow glasses specifically for nearsightedness for the first time. Thanks to the captain who helped me find the right pair, my wife and I were able to dive (just floating in the waves) and saw amazing things. There were fish swimming right there! It was so moving!

While seeing the fish was great, the contrast of the catamaran sailing towards the horizon and the quiet navigation to the lava remnants (I didn’t understand the explanations since they were in English...) was wonderful. When the waves were calm, the feeling of racing at full speed across that sea made me feel exhilarated, and I think I forgot all about worldly matters.

Also, while the interaction with nature was nice, the barbecue prepared by the staff on the boat was very delicious. I definitely want to participate again next time!

 と言うのも私は近眼ですので普通のシュノ−ケルグラスをつけていました。でもほとんど見えない状態でした。が、今回初めて近眼用のを貸していただきました。キャプテンが私に合うのを探してくださったおかげです。家内と潜る(単なる波間に漂う)と素晴らしいものが見えました。すぐそこに魚が泳いでるのです。ア・ア感動!でもっての冒頭の感動詞です。魚を見るのもいいですがカタマランの水平線への運航、溶岩跡への静かな運転と説明(英語ですのでわかりませんが・・・)好対照で素晴らしかったです。波が静かな時、あの海をフルスピ−ドで疾走した時気持ちが、高揚し世俗のことは、すべて忘れてしまうと思います。
また、自然とのふれあいも良かったですけれども、船上でのスタッフが焼いてくれるバ−べキュ−もとてもおいしかったです。今度の機会にもぜひ参加したいです

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

It was a fleeting moment! あっというまの時間でした!

Reviewed by: MIKI

It was my first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. I absolutely wanted to experience a luau! I thought it might be a bit different from Oahu, so I joined this tour. It was more packed than I expected, and I wanted to experience various things, so the time flew by.

First, he bought me a fresh lei for a commemorative photo! (Even if you don't buy one, everyone receives a shell lei.) When we were shown to our seats, the men immediately got up to grab drinks from the drink bar. In the meantime, I greeted the people at the same table. Then we headed to the plaza where various events were happening. First, I got a tattoo-style painting on my arm. I requested my favorite honu (sea turtle)! I also joined a hula lesson that had already started nearby. They quickly taught us the choreography for one song. I learned how to crack a coconut and did some weaving with lauhala (though I wasn't participating, so I don't know what was being made). Then they showed us the kalua pig, which is the main dish for dinner (a whole pig cooked underground).

There was never a dull moment! As the sun began to set, a canoe carrying Kamehameha arrived from the shore. This marked the beginning of the show. When I returned to my seat to get food, various dances from different countries were performed on stage.

I was able to chat with a newlywed couple from California at my table, and it was a very enjoyable evening.

初めてのハワイ島でした。
絶対に体験したかったのがルアウ!オアフより離島かな~と思い、このツアーに参加しました。
思ったより、盛りだくさんで、いろいろなものを体験したかったので、あっというまに過ぎてしまいました。

まず、生レイを彼に買ってもらって、記念撮影!(買わなくてもシェルレイが全員もらえます。)
席に案内されると、男性陣はすぐに席を立ってドリンクをゲットしにドリンクバーへ。
その間に同じテーブルになった人たちとごあいさつ。
そしていろいろな催し物がある広場へ・・・。
まずは、うでにtatoo風ペイントをしてもらいました。私は大好きなホヌをリクエスト!
そしてすでに横で始まっていたフラレッスンに途中参加。
ざっとですが、1曲振り付けを教えてもらいました。
ココナッツの割り方を教えてもらったり、ラウハラで何か編んだり(参加してなかったので何を作っていたのかわかりません。)そうかと思えばディナーのメインでもある、カルアピッグ(豚を丸ごと蒸し焼きしたもの)の姿を見せてくれたり。
とにかく、暇がない!!
そして、日が暮れかかった頃、海岸からカメハメハを載せたカヌーがやってきた。
ここからショーの始まり。
席に戻って、料理を取りにいくと、ステージではいろいろな国のダンスが披露された。

同じテーブルになったカリフォルニアからの新婚さんともお話できたし、とても楽しい夜でした。

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

I was able to swim with sea turtles!! 海がめと一緒に泳ぐことができました!!

Reviewed by: Miuちゃん

This is my second time participating in the snorkeling tour organized by Fair Wind. Last time, I joined the morning cruise for snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay, but this time I decided to join the Flukes Deluxe Snorkel/Scuba Cruise, which I had been interested in for a while. Both tours take you to Kealakekua Bay, where the water is clear and you can encounter many fish. The Flukes cruise has a new and luxurious feel to the boat, and it takes you to the southern waters at quite a speed, so I think you can enjoy not just snorkeling but also the feeling of cruising at a resort. The snorkeling point for the morning cruise is just one location (in front of Captain Cook), but the Flukes takes you to two spots. The caves that the Flukes takes you to are very mystical. We were fortunate enough to swim alongside a sea turtle. Fair Wind's snorkeling tours also provide prescription snorkeling masks, so those who usually wear glasses can participate without any worries.

フェアウインド社主催のシュノーケルツアーに参加するのは今回で2度目です。前回はケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングのモーニングクルーズに参加したのですが、今回は前々から気になっていたフラカイ号 デラックス シュノーケル/スキューバ クルーズに参加することにしました。どちらのツアーも、透明度が高くてたくさんの魚に出会えるケアラケクア湾沖まで連れて行ってくれます。今回のフラカイ号のほうは船体が新しくリッチな雰囲気で、かなりのスピードで南沖まで連れて行ってくれるので、シュノーケリングだけではなく、リゾートでクルージングを楽しんできる気分がより味わえると思います。シュノーケリングポイントもモーニングクルーズの方は1箇所(キャプテンクックの前)だけですが、フラカイ号は2箇所連れて行ってくれます。フラカイ号で連れて行ってくれる洞窟はとても神秘的です。私たちは偶然にも海ガメと一緒に泳ぐことができました。フェアウインド社のシュノーケリングツアーでは度付きのシュノーケルマスクも用意してあるので、普段からメガネを掛けている人でも気兼ねなくご参加できます。”I need a mask with prescription

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

Enjoying snorkeling on the Flakahi号 to the fullest. フラカイ号シュノーケリング大満喫

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

A trip to Hawaii Island without a rental car for two women. We arrived at the Fair Wind office after about a 15-minute taxi ride from Royal Kona Resort (including tip, it was $20). When we handed over the voucher at the check-in counter, we received our boarding passes. We just needed to present those when boarding.

The day before, I had severe seasickness during the manta night snorkeling, so I was quite hesitant about getting on the boat. However, it turned out to be a larger boat than I expected, and I didn't experience any seasickness. The cruise to the snorkeling spots was fantastic, with beautiful views and a refreshing breeze.

All participants, except for an elderly Japanese couple, were foreigners. Although Japanese was hardly understood, there was no problem as snorkeling gear in the right sizes was provided on the boat.

For breakfast, there were croissants, eggs, fruits, yogurt, and oatmeal. The carrot juice was refreshing and delicious. There were two snorkeling spots. The water was deep, but the visibility was high, and we could see many fish. The staff guided us even into the caves, which was very satisfying.

After swimming at the two spots, the hamburger for lunch was thick and filling. It was so delicious that I finished it all. We were thrilled to see dolphins both going and coming back. I was moved by their jumping and swimming around the boat.

On the way back, we stopped by Captain Cook and received a history lesson. (I only understood a little English, so I didn't grasp much, but it was amusing.) Among the optional tours I participated in during this trip (Atlantis, manta night snorkeling, Hawaii Island day tour), I think this was the best tour. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii Island again, I would definitely like to participate.

女同士2人でのレンタカーなしハワイ島旅行。
ロイヤルコナリゾートからタクシーで15分程度(チップ込みで20ドル)でフェアウィンドのオフィスに着きました。
チェックインカウンターでバウチャーを渡すと、乗船券が配られます。
乗船時にそれを渡すだけです。
前日、マンタナイトシュノーケリングで船酔いがひどく、船に乗るのにかなり
抵抗がありましたが、思ったより大きな船で、船酔いもなくシュノーケリングスポットまで、素晴らしい景色を眺め、とても気持ちいい風に当たりながらクルーズはサイコーでした。
参加者は老夫婦の日本人以外は全て外国の方でした。
日本語はほとんど通じませんが、シュノーケリング道具もサイズの合うものを船の上で用意してもらえるので、全く問題はありませんでした。
朝食はクロワッサンや、卵、フルーツ、ヨーグルト、オートミール等がありました。
にんじんジュース?がさっぱりしていておいしかったです。
シュノーケリングスポットは2箇所。
水深が深い所でしたが、透明度は高く、たくさんの魚を見る事ができました。
スタッフさんが洞窟の中まで案内してくれたりと、大満足でした。
2箇所泳いだ後の、昼食ハンバーガーはお肉が厚くて食べ応えあり。
おいしくて全部平らげちゃいました。
行きも帰りも、イルカを見る事ができ、大興奮。船の周りをジャンプして泳ぐ姿に感動しました。
帰りがけに、キャプテンクックへ寄り、歴史の説明を受けました。
(私は少ししか英語がわからないので、あまり理解できませんでしたが・笑)
今回の旅行でオプショナルツアーに参加した中で、(アトランティス、マンタナイトシュノーケリング、ハワイ島一日ツアー)一番良かったと思えるツアーでした。
もしまたハワイ島に行く機会があればぜひ参加したいと思います。

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

The first whale I saw. はじめてみた鯨

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I saw a slightly smaller whale, but it was still quite impressive! I heard that occasionally whales swim under the boat, surprising the guests, but this one entertained us at just the right distance—not too far, not too close. Not only the whale, but the vast ocean and the beautiful water were truly soothing.

私が見たのはちょっと小ぶりの鯨でしたが、十分迫力はありましたよ!
ごくたまに鯨が船の下を通ったりしてお客さんをビックリさせることがあるそうですが、遠すぎず、近すぎずの距離で私たちを楽しませてくれました。鯨だけでなく広い海ときれいな水にほんとうに癒されます。

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ハワイ島 シュノーケルクルーズ SUP体験もできる充実ツアー!貸し切りプランあり<午前/朝食・昼食付き> by フラカイ号

Excited about the luxurious ship! 豪華な船に大興奮!

Reviewed by: NW

I enjoyed snorkeling at the famous Kealakekua Bay, known for its high transparency. Before leaving the country, I completed my reservation and payment online, and I was impressed by how convenient things have become.

On the day of the trip, my friend and I were the only Japanese participants, and I was worried since we couldn't speak English. However, the crew members were very kind, and their bright smiles reassured me even without words.

The boat was larger than usual, and the facilities, including fresh water showers, were excellent! Moreover, it was fantastic that the boat moved quickly over the water with minimal rocking. Watching the marine blue surface of the sea under the sun while feeling the sea breeze washed away my usual fatigue.

We were also lucky to spot dolphins from a distance along the way.

For lunch, we had a BBQ on board. The hamburger after a swim was delicious! I enjoyed it with my favorite drink until I was full.

When I encountered fish I didn't recognize, the staff kindly brought out a guidebook and showed me pictures.

I definitely want to participate again. Thank you, Alan!

今回は透明度が高くて有名なケアラケクア湾でシュノーケルを楽しんできました。出国前からオンラインで予約申し込み&支払いを済ませ、世の中便利になったものだと感心したものです。
当日は日本人が私と友人の2人のみ、英語が話せないので心配になりましたが、乗船スタッフ皆さんがとても優しく、言葉が通じなくても明るい笑顔に安心しました。
船は一般的なものより大きく真水のシャワーなど設備もすばらしかったです!また、なによりも揺れが少なく高速で海上を移動できるのが最高です。太陽の下でマリーンブルーの海面を眺めながら潮風に吹かれると、普段の疲れが一掃されます。
途中からイルカの姿も遠目に見られ、とてもラッキーでした。
昼食は船上でバーベQランチです。ひと泳ぎした後のハンバーガーはこれまた美味しい!好みのドリンクと一緒にお腹一杯いただきました。
わからない魚はスタッフさんが、親切に図鑑を持ち出し写真をみせてくれました。
またまた、ぜひ参加したいと思います。
アランちゃん、ありがとう!

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