All Reviews for Top Big Island Sights & Attractions

I liked how you start small for those who a less experienced and afraid of heights. Our guides were awesome in explaining everything and giving history of the area. The funniest part was when Angela hid behind some bushes and started making pig sounds, causing one of the participants to jump back! LOL! The guides really did a great job making it fun and relaxing my nerves.

We loved this tour! P.J., our Tour guide, loves his job, and that was obvious in his knowledge and enthusiasm. Comfortable shuttle. Great service. Good food. Great sights!

I was able to fulfill my dream of seeing the sunset and starry sky from Mauna Kea volcano. The explanations about the observatory and celestial bodies were very detailed, and I was able to take many photos. The sandwiches and cocoa provided along the way were very delicious and left a strong impression!

マウナケア火山からのサンセットと星空が見てみたい、という夢を叶えることが出来ました。天文台や天体の説明も詳しくして頂き、写真もたくさん撮って頂きました。
途中で提供されるサンドイッチとココアがとても美味しかったのが印象的でした！

Arriving shortly before 6:30 p.m., we were greeted with welcoming smiles and thank-yous for choosing them.

During the 30-minute boat ride to the manta ray sighting, the crew offered us snacks and beverages. Captain ?Louie? showed us a beautiful sunset while waiting to "anchor" until another boat saw a manta ray (we liked it that he wanted to give us the best chance of seeing manta rays). I was feeling a little seasick by then. Once the boat stopped, the crew gave us helpful instructions.

As we jumped into the water, the staff provided help to any who needed guidance to the lighted raft. Not being the best swimmer, I was one who Tamae kindly guided.

Minutes after setup, we saw our first of 6-7 manta rays for the evening. The manta rays were amazing, even though they chose to stay close to the bottom of the ocean that evening!

During the experience, the raft kept bumping my head and shifting my mask (another in my party had the same experience, so the crew should try to avoid giving the corner spot of the raft to anyone), so I had to hold onto the raft rope with one hand and prevent the raft from bumping my head with the other. The combination of the boat ride and the raft bumping caused my motion sickness to literally erupt. Diego and Tamae compassionately led me toward the boat. Diego comforted me, saying not to worry, at least one person each trip became ill. Because I started feeling better, I was able to return to the raft for the last 10 minutes.

Climbing up the ladder into the boat wasn't the easiest thing to do, but both the captain and crew were there to help.

The ride back was breezy but not too cold with a towel wrapped around our shoulders. I'm also glad there was a small bucket for me to use with my motion sickness.

The entire crew was fantastic, helping us all to experience watching the manta rays! Tamae also offered free actual video footage of our adventure.

Thanks for our memorable experience!

The ATVs zoom you through this gorgeous open field. Gorgeous grounds to explore and a great day.

My family was mesmerized by the port holes! Great sights from the safety of the boat!

Before departure, I was informed that there was a 90% chance of encountering them and a 60% chance of getting close, but I was truly moved when I was able to get so close that it felt like I was about to bump into a manta ray.

出発前、出会える確率９０％、近くに来る確率６０％と案内されていましたが、なんとマンタにぶつかりそうなぐらい近くもできてくれて感動しました。

It was my first time sea kayaking, but thanks to the staff's care, I had a great time. The snack during the break was freshly cut pineapple, which was perfect for recharging my energy on the way back. This time, I was tandem with my wife, but I think I can go solo next time. It depends on the weather, but I believe it's a fun activity.

初めてのシーカヤックでしたが、スタッフのケアのおかげて、とても楽しめました。
休憩のスナックが切りたてのパイナップル
帰りのエネルギー充填バッチリでした
今回は、妻とタンデムでしたが、次回はシングルで行けそうです。
天候次第なところがあるとおもいますが、楽しいアクティビティだと思います。

This was our family’s first trip to Hawaii and we had an amazing time!! This was the perfect event to close out our stay here!! AMAZING!

We had the best time with the Wahine Charters crew. They were very kind and welcoming! 10/10 recommend!

We had a lovely time at the Luau. We were celebrating my sons & his friend graduation from High School.

A fantastic experience that I would recommend for anyone to experience.

Gorgeous courses with awesome guides, felt safe and had a blast!

Clear bottom viewing which is awesome, our family loved the experience.

Family loved this tour! Make sure you book all guests though!

Yummy food and evening full of entertainment! Perfect on a Hawaii getaway

It was cool that the whole tour wasn't following the guide but at some parts you were allowed to open trot the field.

We lucked out with dolphins, sea turtles and an amazing array of fish. The guides were great and answered all our questions while expertly navigating the reef to make sure we saw a ton of fish. I was skeptical initially, but sooooo worth it and a ball for all ages (1.5 -70+).

We loved this excursion! The Boat & staff were excellent! Snorkeling was amazing (tons of fish, turtle & an eel) & the boat with the slides & high dive were so fun for my kids!! This was our favorite hawaiin excursion!

It was a full moon, but the guide explained everything in a fun way, so even though it was cold, it was a very enjoyable tour and became a wonderful memory for our family trip. Next time, I would like to join during the new moon.

満月でしたが、案内の方も楽しく説明していただいたので寒かったけど大変楽しいツアーで家族旅行の素晴らしい思い出になりました。今度は新月に参加したいと思います。

This was my second time. I participated with my son for the first time, and he was also very impressed. I was satisfied with the fluent Japanese guidance from the guide. Out of the 11 participants, only 4 were Japanese, including us. They were very considerate in many ways. They also drove us back to the hotel. Thank you very much.

二度目となる今回でした。初めてとなる息子と参加しましたが、息子も大感激でした。ガイドさんからの流ちょうな日本語での案内で満足です。というのも、11人参加の内日本人は我々を含め、4人だけでした。
色々と気を使っていただきました。帰りもホテルまで送っていただきました。
ありがとうございました。

This is our second trip up the mountain with Mauna Kea Stargazing Tour & Sunset Adventure. We were so awed in 2015, we wanted to take it all in again. Of course, we never expected it to be even better than our first experience. Our host/driver/guide, Kea, was excellent! His knowledge of the land, the people, and the culture was extensive and well-delivered. We wanted to listen to him for hours more! Kea's respect and request, in Hawaiian, to visit the mountain was moving. It reminded us we were guests, and to honor those before us and where we were. Stepping out of the van for stargazing took our breath away. The stars are so brilliant. Kea had so much information to share on each of the selections he chose to show us through the mighty telescope. We saw Polaris, the Southern Cross, and the Milky Way all in the same sky. Quit searching and choose Kea with Mauna Kea Stargazing! Best in Class!

Really good water conditions, we got to see a good amount of the rays and the experience was breathtaking!

Drinks were good, food was yummy and lots of, and the crew was really joyful!

Wish we got to see lava but the experience alone made us know we will soon be back!

Absolutely wonderful dinner and show. We were seated with enough time to get our food and appreciated that they served the children first while the adults were able to get their drinks from the open bar. Loved having the chance to try different types of drinks from the bar. I was concerned about the weather with it being out in the open since it was cloudy and had rained in the afternoon recently but it was perfect weather! Our kids and I really enjoyed the show and we had a lovely family next to us from Wisconsin that made the dinner even more enjoyable. Would have preferred the waiters/ess come more from the back as they helped their tables so that we could see and record the event a little better. Over wonderful family event that we highly recommend!

Wed June 28, 2023
Totally awesome experience w professional zippers who keep safety first but make it super fun!! I embraced the challenge of the bridges to help me w my fear of high edges. Curtis and Eli , our guides, are very knowledgeable of Hawaii , and some hidden gems to visit!
Definitely recommend Kohala Zipline’s
Treetop Canopy adventure!
55-515 Hawi Rd
Hawi, Hawaii. 96719

1808 331-8505

I was a bit anxious about the English tour, but thanks to the wonderful hospitality of Sue (nickname), who is half American and born in Japan, it was an incredibly fun tour. The guidance in the car, the sunset, and stargazing were truly amazing. I can't forget the BLT sandwich we had at the summit and the hot cocoa while watching the stars. Thank you very much!

英語ツアーと言うことで少し不安でしたが、日本産まれのアメリカ人とのハーフのスーさん（愛称）の素晴らしいホスピタリティのお陰で最高に楽しいツアーでした。車内での案内、サンセット、星空観測、本当に素晴らしかったです。山頂で食べたＢＬＴサンドウィッチ、星空を見ながらのホットココアも忘れらません。本当にありがとうございましたm(_ _)m

It was a wonderful sunset. I was also able to see Japan's Subaru. However, there was too much moonlight, and the starlight was a bit lacking. But later, I received photos via email, which became a wonderful keepsake. Mahalo! I recommend it.

素晴らしいｓｕｎｓｅｔでした。日本のスバルも見ることができました。ただ月の明かりが多くて、星の明かりが今ひとつでした。けど、あとからメールで写真を送っていただき、素晴らしい記念になりました。マハロ！おすすめします。　

On the day I participated, we were divided into a group of only Japanese participants and another group from other countries, so I was able to have a guide in Japanese. Even as a woman participating alone, I had a great time. Our driver and guide, Stefan, was fluent in Japanese and provided an enjoyable tour while also taking wonderful photos. Thank you, Sue.

The temperature, weather, and wind were all perfect that day, but since this is all dependent on nature, it's just luck. However, I've heard that there can be differences in weather stability depending on the season, so it would be good to research that before planning. Stargazing is not suitable when the moon is bright, so if you can choose your dates, I recommend planning around the moon phase.

We only observed a few stars through the telescope (just Venus on that day), so you might want to consider that as a bonus. However, there were plenty of explanations using a pointer, and I believe the beauty of the stars here is something you can't see anywhere else. It felt like a dream to be able to go up to 4,205 meters by car without experiencing altitude sickness. I'm glad I participated!

私が参加した日は、ちょうど日本人だけの車とその他の国の方の車に分かれたので、日本語でガイドをしていただけて、女性1人での参加でも、充分楽しめました。
ドライバー兼ガイドのステファンさんは、日本語ペラペラで楽しくガイドしてくださったり、素敵な写真を撮ってくださったりしました。
スーさん、ありがとうございました。

気温や天候や風も、この日はすべて良かったけれど、こればかりは自然相手なので運。ただ、季節によって、天気の安定、不安定に差があるそうなので、その辺は計画前に調べられると良いと思います。
星空観測は月が明るいと不向きなので、日程を選べる場合は、月齢を見て計画されると良いと思います。
望遠鏡で星を観るのは、ほんの一部（この日は金星のみ）でした。なので、これは おまけと考えた方がいいかも知れません。
でも、ポインターを使っての説明は沢山してくださるし、ここの星の美しさは他では見られないものだと思います。
こんな風に高山病になることなく、車で4205メートルまで行けることが夢のようでした。
参加して良かったです！