Reviewed by: せら
The sunset viewed in the clear air was truly beautiful. It might have been the first time I focused solely on the "sunset" without needing to think about anything else. It was simply beautiful. The stunning scenery before and after the sunset allows for a wonderful time that lasts longer than expected. Additionally, I was able to see the Venus Belt when I looked back, but this time, due to volcanic gas, I couldn't see the green flash. I would like to participate again the next time I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
澄んだ空気の中見る日没は本当に美しかったです。
何かを考える必要のない中で「日没」に集中したのは初めてかもしれません。ただただ美しいものでした。
日没の前後で美しい景色は広がっているので、想定よりも長い間、素敵な時間を過ごせると思います。
また、振り返るとビーナスベルトが見れましたし、今回は火山ガスの影響でグリーンフラッシュは見れませんでした。
次回ハワイ島を訪れるときはまた参加したいと思います。
三脚などカメラを固定して撮影するのがおすすめです。
また、ビーナスベルトやグリーンフラッシュなど気象現象も調べていくと多くのことを楽しめると思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/27 |
Reviewed by: SY
The guide spoke Japanese and provided a lot of historical explanations all the way to the summit, making it a very fulfilling tour. Thank you very much!
ガイドの方が日本語を話してくださり、山頂までもたくさん歴史について説明してくれたのでとても充実したツアーでした。ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/26 |
Reviewed by: SS
While the weather was fortunate, both the sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea and the starry sky were truly magnificent. We had plenty of time for stargazing, and I was able to fully enjoy it. I highly recommend it for those who love the night sky.
天気に恵まれた部分もあるでしょうが、マウナケア山頂の夕陽、星空共にとても素晴らしいものでした。星空鑑賞も十分に時間を取っていただき、堪能する事ができました。星空が好きな方にはお勧めできます。
The summit can be very cold and windy, so I think it's a good idea to get warm clothing and gloves while you are at the visitor center before heading to the top.
山頂は風も強く、とても寒いので、山頂に行く前、ビジターセンターにいる間に、防寒着の上下と手袋を貰うと良いと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/24 |
Reviewed by: RH
Loved this tour - our tour guide was very accommodating and knowledgeable and we saw some beautiful spots of the island. Definitely recommend this trip as you get to see a lot in one day. My favourite places were the black sand beach with the sea turtles and the Volcanoes National Park (but to be honest, I loved all the sites).
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Fromm
This tour was highly recommended! The view from the summit was amazing, and the experience of watching the sunset and stargazing really lifted my spirits. Additionally, the guide covered the challenging parts, which made it much easier on both my body and mind.
The tour takes half a day, but during the travel, I listened to the guide's explanations, and at each spot, we took our time to thoroughly explore Mauna Kea, making for a fulfilling experience. I think preparing to go on your own would be quite difficult, but this tour takes care of altitude acclimatization, time management for descending, providing warm clothing and telescopes, as well as sandwiches and hot cocoa. Plus, I could rely on them for the long drive, making it a very convenient experience.
Being able to drive to this altitude is rare worldwide, and this tour minimizes the burden while maximizing the experience. Overall, it was fantastic, and there were no inconveniences at all.
とてもオススメできるツアーでした!
頂上からの眺めは素晴らしく、日の入りも星見も気分が上がる体験です。
そして、大変な部分をガイドさんがカバーしてくれて、心身の負担が少なかったです。
ツアーは半日を要しますが、移動ではガイドさんの説明を聞き、各スポットではそれぞれ時間をとって、マウナケアをしっかりと見て回り、充実した時を過ごせました。
個人で行くには準備が大変だと思いますが、このツアーでは高地順応な下山の時間管理、防寒着や望遠鏡の準備、サンドイッチやホットココアの用意もしていただき、また長距離の運転もお任せできるので、とても手軽に体験ができるようになっています。
そもそもこの高度に車で行ける事自体が世界的に稀ですが、さらに負担を少なく、体験を最大化してくれているツアーです。
総じて素晴らしく、何も不便がありませんでした。
You can borrow winter clothing, but you should still bring your own winter inner layers and hand warmers. The summit is freezing cold, so if you're not prepared, you won't be able to stand outside.
防寒着は貸してもらえますが、それでも冬用のインナーやカイロなどを持っていくべきです。頂上は凍てつく寒さなので、準備しなければ外に立っていられません。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Kara
What an enchanting evening out on the water experiencing the wonderful manta rays of the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Kara
This evening offered stunning sunset views over Kealakekua Bay, with live entertainment that added a festive, relaxing vibe!
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/17 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We got to explore the upper slopes of Hualalai Volcano, exploring ancient craters and crawling through a lava tube!
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| Packages: | Hidden Craters Hike |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Kara
An amazing day on kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a refreshing swim near Umauma Falls.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Floating in the water with the lights attracting plankton which guides the the manta rays to glide gracefully just beneath us, it is truly magical.
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The course felt very well run, safety was clearly a priority, and the transitions between ziplines were smooth.
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| Packages: | Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The guides shared geology, Hawaiian history, and local plant life in a way that felt really genuine. The group was also small so it never felt rushed.
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| Packages: | Hidden Craters Hike |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The manta rays are graceful, peaceful, and totally mesmerizing. On the ride back, we enjoyed hot cocoa and tea, which made for the perfect ending to a truly unforgettable evening!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/14 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Loved this tour! We saw so much of the Big Island in a single day. And the guide shared really interesting facts along the way.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/15 |
Reviewed by: Kara
A fantastic way to see the islands highlights in one day like the Volcanoes National Park, Waipio Valley (our favorite), black sand beaches, and gorgeous waterfalls.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/15 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The tour guide was super knowledgeable and kept a smooth pace, making it easy to enjoy every stop. Highly recommend for a comprehensive island experience.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The Mauna Kea volcano tour is a great balance of nature, science, and culture.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
the manta rays glided beneath and around us, often coming within just a few feet, the tour felt very respectful and peaceful all at once.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Snorkeling with manta rays was absolutely unforgettable The boat was well-maintained, the sunset cruise beforehand was a beautiful bonus. Highly recommend this unique Big Island adventure.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/07 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Such a great day - from the black sand beach to the Waipio Valley lookout and multiple waterfalls, of course with visiting Volcanoes National Park as the standout!!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/06 |
Reviewed by: Miyu
The sunset and starry sky were beautiful❣️ I was also happy to see the Subaru telescope😆 This has become a tour I definitely want to join again when I come back to the Big Island💕
夕焼けも星空も美しい❣️
スバル望遠鏡も見れたし嬉しかった😆
またハワイ島に来た際は必ず参加したいツアーとなりました💕
Don't forget to prepare for cold weather and altitude sickness.
寒さ対策、高山病対策は忘れずに。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/11 |
Reviewed by: nori
As expected, the air was thin, so I needed to take deep breaths due to my physical age. However, the sea of clouds at 4,200 meters, the setting sun, and the dazzling starry sky were truly wonderful. Next time, I will bring my family along.
やはり空気が薄いので、肉体年齢的に深呼吸が必要でしたが、4200メートルからの雲海と沈みゆく太陽、そしてまばゆい星空はやはり良かったです。今度は家族を連れて行きます。
If you have a heart defect or are 75 years old or older, please be careful when participating.
心臓に欠陥がある方や、年齢的に75歳以上の方は気を付けてご参加ください。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/16 |
Reviewed by: Rachel
Our guide, Shoutarou, was amazing!! At the summit, he took some fun photos with the sunset as a backdrop, and he had a wealth of knowledge about the starry sky, making the tour enjoyable without a dull moment. He also looked out for the guests to prevent altitude sickness (it seems that falling asleep during the journey can make you more susceptible to it), demonstrating great leadership as he guided us. Staying at an altitude of 4,200 meters is an activity you absolutely must experience when you come to the Big Island, something you can't do while in Japan!
ガイドのショウタロウさんが最高でした!!山頂ではサンセットを背景に面白い写真を撮ってくださったり、星空についての知識も豊富で、一瞬も飽きることなくツアーを楽しむことできました。高山病にならないようにツアーのお客さんに声がけをしたり(道中で眠ってしまうと高山病になりやすいようです)リーダーシップを取って引率されていて、頼もしいガイドでした!!日本に居たら経験できない標高4200mでの滞在はハワイ島にきたら絶対するべきアクティビティです。
At an altitude of 4,200 meters, the air can be more suffocating than you might imagine, and you may experience a tingling sensation in your brain. I recommend getting plenty of sleep the night before
標高4200mは想像以上に息苦しく脳がしびれるような感覚に襲われることもあります。前日たくさん寝て、万全な体調で臨むことをオススメします。景色はサンセット、星空含め絶景です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Aqui
The weather forecast for the day was cloudy with rain, and it was noted that the cloud cover at the Onizuka Center around 8 PM was 80-100%, which made me feel anxious and a bit resigned. However, in the end, I was able to see the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a truly wonderful and memorable day. Our guide, James, was very kind and attentive, and he took many photos for us. It was really a fantastic day and a great keepsake. Thank you very much.
当日の天気予報は曇り雨で、オニヅカセンターにも午後8時の曇り率は80-100%と記載されていたので不安と少しの諦めがありましたが、結果最高の夕陽と満天の星空を観ることができ大変素敵な思い出に残る1日となりました。ガイドのJames さんは人柄が良くとても気に掛けてくださり沢山写真も撮っていただきました。
本当に素敵な1日で記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。
I underestimated it a bit, but it’s really cold.
少し舐めてましたが本当に寒いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/16 |
Reviewed by: ヒロ
The sunset and starry sky were absolutely beautiful, it was the best experience! Although the sunset and starry sky tour was conducted in English, our guide was very kind and helped us navigate using Google Translate, so we could participate without any issues. I definitely want to join again when I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
The "BLT sandwich" and "hot cocoa" we received along the way were shockingly delicious. It became the best memory of our honeymoon!
とても綺麗な夕日と星空が観られて最高でした!!
夕日&星空は英語ガイドとのことでしたがとても親切なガイドさんが案内してくれて、Google翻訳等を使用し不自由なく参加する事ができました。
またハワイ島に行ったときは絶対参加したいです。
途中で貰った「BLTサンド」と「ホットココア」は衝撃的なくらい美味しかったです。
最高のハネムーンの思い出になりました!
Since you will be traveling on winding roads several times, those who are worried might feel more at ease with some motion sickness medication. If you return late at night, it might be good to have a
揺れる道を何回か通るので心配な方は酔い止めがあると安心すると思います。
帰りが夜遅くなるので次の日はゆったりしたスケジュールだと良いかもしれません。
体調等常に気遣ってくださるので安心でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Nancy V
Forrest was quite knowledgeable and so polite! I'm prone to motion sickness, but did not get nauseous at all in the van. Got to get out and walk along the water, pet and feed horses, and learn all about the history of the beautiful, Hawaiian valley. The gift shop was great, too, with very reasonably priced snacks and ice cream. Wonderful and memorable experience! Mahalo nui loa!
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/13 |
Reviewed by: nao
It was truly a wonderful experience.
We were blessed with great weather and were able to see a sunset like no other.
Just after the sun set, the weather seemed to turn bad, and it looked like we wouldn't be able to do any stargazing. However, thanks to the guides who didn't give up and persevered, we were able to see a beautiful starry sky! It definitely ranks among the top three starry skies I've seen in various places.
The guides were very kind, and luckily, one of them spoke Japanese, so they explained everything in both languages. I was very impressed by their hospitality.
If I have the opportunity again, I would definitely want to join this tour.
本当に素晴らしい体験でした。
お天気に恵まれ、これまでにないサンセットを見ることができました。
日が沈んですぐに天気が崩れて星空観測ができなさそうな状況だったのですが、ガイドさんたちが諦めずに粘ってくださったおかげで、無事美しい星空を見ることができました!これまでにいろんなところで見た星空のベスト3には絶対入ります。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、ラッキーなことに日本語も話される方だったので、両方で説明してくださいました。そのホスピタリティにもとても感激しました。
もしまた機会があるなら、絶対にこちらのツアーに参加したいです。
The mountaintop in November is really cold, so they lend you ski wear, but I recommend bringing a thin down jacket or hand warmers to wear underneath!
11月の山頂は本当に寒いので、スキーウェアを貸してくださいますが、中に着られる薄いダウンやカイロを持っていくことをおすすめします!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
We had a great time on the glass bottom boat tour with our toddler. He loved seeing the fish and hearing about the coral reefs. It was his first time on a boat! The tour guide was very informative and was so happy to share all information he had about the island.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you and your son enjoyed the trip and the information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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| Packages: | 30-Minute Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/10 |
Reviewed by: らざん
I was fortunate to join a tour with a guide who spoke Japanese, which made it easy to understand the important information and schedule. I had a great time! Both the sunset and the starry sky were breathtaking.
たまたま日本語を話せるガイドさんのツアーに参加できたため、留意事項やスケジュールも分かりやすく説明いただき、楽しむことができました!夕陽、星空ともに絶景でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/11 |
Reviewed by: 目黒の安酒男
The sunset viewed from near the summit of Mauna Kea, followed by stargazing under a sky full of stars, was a fulfilling tour. After acclimatizing to the altitude at the visitor center, we drove up to the summit, where we were amazed by the sea of clouds below and the size of Mauna Loa. At the summit, after seeing various observatories from different countries, we enjoyed the main event: sunset viewing. We watched the setting sun from a quiet spot a little away from the crowded area filled with tourists. It was a magnificent sunset, even more grand than what we see from the ground. After that, we descended slightly for stargazing. The sky opened up 360 degrees, revealing the Milky Way, various constellations, Polaris, Saturn, and stars that are not visible from the ground, all clearly visible. The tour guide was perfect both on the way there and back, taking plenty of photos and ensuring we had a comfortable experience. If I have another opportunity, I would definitely like to use this service again.
マウナケア山頂付近から見る夕陽とその後の満天の星空観察は充実したツアーでした。
ビジターセンターで体を高地に慣らした後、車で山頂を目指すのですが、眼下に広がる雲海、そしてマウナロアの大きさに驚きます。山頂では各国の天文台を見た後に、本番の夕陽鑑賞です。たくさんの観光客がいる場所から少々離れた静かな場所で、沈みゆく夕陽を見ました。地上で見る以上の雄大な夕陽でした。その後、若干下った場所で星空観測。360度に広がる空に天の川をはじめ、様々な星座、北極星に土星など、地上では見えない星がはっきりと見えました。
ツアーガイドの方が行き帰りともに、パーフェクトなガイド、写真もたくさんとって頂き、快適に過ごさせて頂きました。
またの機会がありましたら、ぜひ利用させて頂きたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/10 |
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Using a tripod to stabilize your camera for shooting is recommended. Additionally, I think you'll enjoy discovering various meteorological phenomena like the Venus Belt and the Green Flash.