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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Volcano viewing

Reviewed by: Jan B

Loved the trip. Our driver Chris was very knowledgable and funny. Food was great and time allotted for each site was perfect. I would highly recommend this tour.

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great day with Chris and enjoyed all of the sites and treats along the way. He really keeps the day moving at a fun pace, and loves sharing his abundance of knowledge! Mahalo for your wonderful recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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Packages: Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2017/02/19
Activity Date: 2017/02/07

Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Outstanding Tour!!!

Reviewed by: Jack

I am always Leary of organized tours but this one was an exception. Our guide Nick was exceptional. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable, and well taken care of. He has done his homework and knows the history and the island well, showing us a lot of extra things along the way such as plants, historical notes etc. it was a long day but we enjoyed every minute and would recommend to anyone.

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are so happy to hear that you had such an outstanding day with Nick and learned about some new things along the way! He is a wonderfully knowledgeable guide who genuinely loves sharing the day with our guests. Mahalo for your wonderful recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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Packages: Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/02/11
Activity Date: 2017/02/07

Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Best thing I did in Hawaii

Reviewed by: Stephanie

Best guided tour by far. Very professional-able to anticipate your needs and provided things you didn't even know you needed. Chris- the owner, and our guide for the night- was fantastic. His enthusiasm was contagious. Great company, great tour. Do it!

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with Chris. He truly is such a passionate guide who always seems to have everything ready at just the right times throughout the day. Mahalo for your wonderful recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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Packages: Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2017/02/10
Activity Date: 2017/02/07

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's so cold, but it's really beautiful!! 寒~~い、でもめっちゃ綺麗!!

Reviewed by: ギッタカ

On the day, it was really windy and extremely cold...
But I got to see the snow in Hawaii, and the sunset was absolutely magical.
There were a few clouds, so I couldn't see all the stars, but our guide, Jin, kept trying until the end, and he was very considerate from start to finish. I was really satisfied!
However, you shouldn't underestimate the mountains in Hawaii during winter.

当日は風も強くてめっちゃくちゃ寒かった…
でも、ハワイの雪が見れたし、夕日はめちゃめちゃ幻想的でした。
ちょっと雲があったので星空は全部は見れなかったけど、ガイドの仁さんも最後までトライしてくださったし、最初から最後まで色々お気遣い頂いて、本当に満足でした♪
しかし、冬のハワイの山は舐めたらあかんσ(^◇^;)

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Dear Gittaka,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. It's hard to imagine it being cold in Hawaii. The wind at the summit is extremely cold, isn't it? Even in summer, it's chilly, so Mauna Kea is truly formidable.

There are many other wonderful places on the Big Island, so we hope you will come back to the Big Island next time. All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit.

Nature School

ぎったか様

弊社のツアーに御参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございました。
ハワイなのに寒いなんて想像もつかないですね。山頂の風はめちゃくちゃ冷たくて寒いですよね。夏でも寒いですから恐るべしマウナケアですね。
ハワイ島は他にもたくさん素晴らしい場所がたくさんございますので次回もハワイ島にお越しくださいませ、
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

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  • 幻?ハワイアンスノー

  • 真っ赤な夕日が美しい

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Packages: 2名様以上プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/02/09
Activity Date: 2017/02/02

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

Thank you for the fun time! 楽しい時間をありがとう!

Reviewed by: PAN

I absolutely recommend this tour!! First of all, the tour guide was a wonderful Japanese person. I was amazed by their explanations of the sightseeing spots and their thoughtful interactions. They also gave various poses and advice for photos, allowing us to take many memorable pictures. The stargazing was a world I had never seen before, and it was so moving that I was brought to tears! If I have the chance to go again, I will definitely participate! Everyone, please join the stargazing tour and experience this wonderful world for yourselves!!

このツアーは絶対オススメです!!まずツアーガイドさんが、とても素晴らしい日本人の方なんです。観光場所の説明・応対の気遣いに驚きました。また写真も色々なポーズでまた色々アドバイスをくれて、記念になる写真がたくさん撮れました。星空観測は今までみたことがない世界で涙が流れるくらい感動しました!また行ける機会があれば絶対に参加します!みなさま是非、星空観測ツアーに参加して素晴らしい世界を目にしてみてください!!

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Dear Pan,

Thank you for participating in the tour. We appreciate your kind words, which really boost our guide's spirits.

The sunset and star tour is our most popular offering. The sunset and starry sky from the mountain top are truly breathtaking, aren’t they? If you have the opportunity next time, we hope you discover something new on the Big Island.

All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your next visit.

Nature School

Pan様
ツアーに御参加いただきましてありがとうございました。またお褒めのお言葉を頂き、ガイドもテンションがあがります。
夕陽と星のツアーは弊社でも一番人気です。山頂で見る夕陽と星空に感動しますよね。次回また機会がございましたらハワイ島で違う発見をしてくださいませ。

スタッフ一同心からお待ち申しております。

ネイチャースクール

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Packages: 2名様以上プラン
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Posted on: 2017/02/05
Activity Date: 2016/05/28

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

Mauna Kea! マウナケア!

Reviewed by: Kanalynn

When it comes to tours on the Big Island, Mauna Kea is a must-see. My friend and I participated in the summit sunset tour and were very satisfied. It included warm clothing, a bento box, water, hot drinks, and cookies, which was very thoughtful. Our guide, Kon, was very calm and kind, and Macchan was truly a mood maker and reliable. Both of them were wonderfully attentive. The age group of participants was mostly in their 20s and 30s, creating a friendly atmosphere. The view from the summit of Mauna Kea was, of course, breathtaking, and I received a lot of energy from it. In January, there was still snow and it was cold, but since they had prepared proper cold weather gear, I had no worries and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. It was also convenient to stop by a supermarket on the way there and back. I highly recommend this tour for friends, families, and couples alike.

ハワイ島のツアーといえばマウナケア山は外せないと思います。私と友人は山頂サンセットツアーに参加してとても満足しました。防寒装備やお弁当、お水、暖かい飲み物とクッキーが付いていて、至れり尽くせりでした。ガイドのコンさんはとても穏やかで優しく、まっちゃんさんは本当にムードメーカーで頼もしい。二人とも気配りが素晴らしかったと思います。参加されてた年齢層は20〜30代が多く、和やかな雰囲気でした。マウナケア山頂の景色はもちろん圧巻で、パワーをたくさんもらいました。1月はまだ雪があり寒いですが、防寒対策がしっかり用意されていたので、心配なことは無く、しっかりとツアーを楽しみました。行きと帰りにスーパーに寄れたのも重宝しました。友人同士、家族、カップル、全てにオススメなツアーです。

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Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
Indeed, Kon-chan provides wonderful service that combines the Japanese spirit of hospitality with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii. The tour is relaxed due to his laid-back nature, but that is one of Kon-chan's great qualities, and he is very kind.
His knowledge of plants and his sense of camera angles are exceptional. Matsuchan is incredibly enthusiastic about service, ensuring that everything is taken care of from the beginning to the end of the tour.
All of our guides are unique and wonderful people, so we hope you will come back to the Big Island next time.

All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

Nature School

ツアーに御参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございました。
そうなんです。コンちゃんは日本のおもてなしとハワイのアロハを足して2で割ったような素敵なサービスを致します。マイペースですのでツアーがのんびりしますが
そこがコンちゃんのいいところでとても優しいです。
植物の知識とカメラのアングルのセンスの良さはピか一ですね。松ちゃんはとにかくサービス精神旺盛ですからツアーのはじめから最後まで至れり尽くせりです。
弊社のガイドさんたちは皆個性的で素敵な人達ですから次回もぜひハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。

スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

ネイチャースクール

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Posted on: 2017/02/05
Activity Date: 2017/01/09

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

Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour マウナケア山頂 サンセット&星空観測ツアー

Reviewed by: ハワイラブ❤

Watch the sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea! With excitement in my heart, the tour began.
The guide took various poses for photos against the sunset. During the stargazing, I was able to see stars that were even more beautiful than I expected, and lucky for me, I also saw shooting stars, which was incredibly thrilling.

マウナケア山頂でサンセットを!期待に胸を膨らませながら、ツアーが始まりました。
サンセットをバックにガイドさんがいろいろなポーズを写真撮影してくださいました。また、星空観測では、期待以上に綺麗な星が観ることができ、ラッキーなことに、流れ星も観られたし大興奮でした。

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Dear Hawaii Love,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
We are very pleased to hear that you were extremely satisfied with the sunset tour!
There are not many places where you can easily climb like Mauna Kea and observe stars at an altitude of about 3,400 meters.
The night sky and the seasonal constellations are captivating, so you won't get bored (laughs).
We hope you will join us again at a different time. The summer Milky Way is also impressive! ^^

Thank you very much for participating in Masashi's Nature School Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour.
We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island! ^^

ハワイラブ様
体験談の投稿ありがとうございます。
サンセットツアーに大変満足して頂いてとても嬉しい限りです!
マウナケアみたいに簡単に登れて、標高約3400mの場所で星を観測できる場所は他にそうそうないです。
星空も四季折々の星座もございますし飽きませんよ(笑)
是非次回は違う時期にご参加してみてください。
夏の天の川の迫力とかも凄いですよ^^

この度はマサシのネイチャースクール マウナケア山頂 サンセット&星空観測ツアーに御参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございます。
ハワイラブ様のまたのご来島を心よりお待ちしております^^

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Posted on: 2017/01/30
Activity Date: 2017/01/15

Private Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour from Hilo

Volcano Tour

Reviewed by: Bob Gordon

Lee was a fantastic guide. Would highly recommend him.

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Packages: 6-Hour Private Van (8 to 14 passengers)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/01/27
Activity Date: 2017/01/24

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

Easily over 4000 meters by car! 車でラクラク4000m越え!

Reviewed by: アッコ

I prepared myself for the cold, but on the day of the tour, the borrowed winter clothing was sufficient. There was no wind, so I was very lucky. The guide was attentive and responsive, and they skillfully used my DSLR camera (which I had just purchased and wasn't quite sure how to use), capturing the wonderful starry sky for me. I am grateful for the great photos they took. Not only was the guide knowledgeable, but I was also impressed by their ability to handle any camera, even in unrelated situations. The taste and portion of the bento were decent as well. I believe this is a tour I can confidently recommend.

寒さを覚悟で参加しましたが、当日は貸していただいた防寒着で充分。風もなく、とてもラッキーでした。ガイドさんの気配りや対応も良く、また私が持参した1眼レフカメラを器用に使いこなしていただき(購入したばかりで使い方がもう一つわからなかったので)、素晴らしい星空を撮影してもらえました。良い写真を撮っていただき、感謝しております。ガイドの知識だけではなく、どんなカメラでも使いこなせるんだなぁと、ツアーと関係のないところでも感激しました。お弁当の味やボリュームもまあまあです。自信を持ってお勧めできるツアーだと思います。

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Dear Akko,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. All of our guides bring their own DSLR cameras to take photos of our guests. The sunset tour is our most popular, and all the guests who participate tend to come back for more. It seems that everyone is captivated by the stunning views of Mauna Kea.

We hope you will visit the Big Island again next time. Our staff is looking forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

Nature School

アッコ様

弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございました。
弊社のガイドは皆自前の一眼レフカメラを持参してお客様をお撮りしております。
夕陽ツアーは弊社の一番人気でございまして、ご参加いただきましたお客様は皆様リピートされます。
マウナケアの絶景に魅了されてしまうみたいですね。
次回もハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

ネイチャースクール

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Packages: 2名様以上プラン
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Posted on: 2017/01/22
Activity Date: 2016/06/08

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: さきさん

I was overwhelmed by the overly energetic staff and spent 7 to 8 hours laughing!

For the January trip, we gathered around 1 PM to match the sunset time, so I felt it was a bit of a waste to lose the entire afternoon, but that was absolutely not the case, and it turned out to be a very satisfying day.

During the ascent to the summit, they kept talking to us the whole time, and we were able to enjoy sightseeing until we reached Mauna Kea. The miso soup we had along the way was incredibly delicious.

The view from Mauna Kea is a must-see. Although the snowy scenery doesn't feel very Hawaiian, I was so happy to see such a beautiful sunset, starry sky, and moon!!!

Depending on the weather that day, it seems there might be times when you can't see the sunset or stars, but I believe the journey and the scenery along the way are enjoyable enough, and with the staff's attentiveness, you're sure to have a great time.

テンションが高すぎるスタッフに圧倒されつつ、
笑わせられっぱなしの7~8時間でした!

1月の参加は、サンセットの時間に合わせ
13時頃の集合だったので、
午後が丸々つぶれてしまうのが
もったいない気もしていましたが、
全くそんなことはなく、
大満足の1日になりました。

山頂までの間、
ずーーーっとお話してくれて
マウナケアに着くまでも観光が出来ました。
途中頂いたお味噌汁がすごく美味しかったです。

マウナケアの景色は必見。
雪景色でハワイっぽさはないけれど、
あんなにきれいな夕日、星空、月をみれて
幸せでした!!!

その日の天候により、
夕日や星が見えないこともあるみたいですが
そこまでの道のりや景色も十分楽しめるし、なによりスタッフの気配りで楽しめること間違いなしだと思います。

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much for booking Masashi's Nature School's sunset and stargazing tour. I'm very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour! The miso soup served along the way is delicious, isn't it? Having miso soup and a bento box at the top of the mountain is one of the highlights of the tour! (laughs) The view from Mauna Kea is amazing, isn't it? It really feels like a different world that you wouldn't expect in Hawaii! If you're coming to the Big Island, you definitely should climb Mauna Kea! (laughs)

While we can't guarantee the weather for the sunset and stargazing 100%, our guides do their best to move to locations where the stars are visible and to ensure customer satisfaction. I will definitely pass on to the guide that you were satisfied with your experience.

We look forward to your next visit to the island.

Mahalo & A Hui Hou

Nature School

この度はマサシのネイチャースクールの夕陽と星空ツアーにご予約頂き誠にありがとうございました。
ツアーも楽しんで頂けたみたいでとても嬉しいです^^
途中で配られるお味噌汁は美味しいですよね^^ 山の上でのお味噌汁とお弁当はツアーの楽しみの一つです!(笑)
マウナケアの景色も凄いですよね!
本当にハワイとは思えない別世界って感じがしますよね!ハワイ島に来るならぜひマウナケアは登るべきです(笑)
夕陽や星空の天候に関してはやはり100%保証は出来ませんけど、ガイドも一生懸命星の見える場所まで移動したり頑張ってお客様を満足させようとしています。
今回さきさんが満足して頂けたことをぜひガイドにも伝えさせて頂きます。

さきさんのまたのご来島をお待ちしております。

Mahalo & A Hui Hou

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Activity Date: 2017/01/11

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 became my best memory of the trip to Hawaii. ハワイ旅行一番の思い出になりました

Reviewed by: ERI

From the hotel pickup, thanks to the high-energy and entertaining talk of our tour guide, Macchan, I became friends with the other participants, and it was a tour filled with laughter from start to finish. Considering the various knowledge about nature, safe driving on steep mountain roads, and the best tour adjustments based on the day's weather, I’m really glad I participated in this tour instead of going on my own.

I heard that Macchan is also studying photography, and he took many beautiful photos with a DSLR. I was able to download stunning shots of the starry sky, sunset, and group photos that I couldn't capture with my mirrorless camera, which became wonderful keepsakes.

I was truly impressed by Macchan's hospitality! Thank you very much for everything. Next time, I want to show my parents that breathtaking view.

ホテルピックアップの時からツアーガイドまっちゃんのハイテンションな面白いトークのお陰で、他の参加者の方々とも仲良くなり、終始笑いの絶えないツアーでした。また、自然に関する様々な知識、険しい山道の中での安全運転、その日の天候に応じた最善のツアー等を鑑みると、自力で行くのではなくこのツアーに参加していてよかったと思います。
カメラの勉強もなさっているとのことで、一眼レフできれいな写真を沢山撮影してくださり、持参したミラーレスでは写せなかった星空やサンセット、集合写真等も無料でダウンロードでき、とてもいい記念になりました。
まっちゃんのホスピタリティには、感激しきりでした!大変お世話になりました。
今度は、両親にもあの絶景を見せてあげたいです。

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Dear Eri,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. Mauna Kea is listed among the world's most beautiful views, and the scenery from the summit is truly breathtaking. We are honored that this has become one of your enjoyable memories from your trip to the Big Island of Hawaii.

We hope you will visit the Big Island again next time. Our staff is sincerely looking forward to welcoming you back.

Nature School

Eri様

弊社のツアーにご参加頂きましてまことにありがとうございました。
マウナケアは世界の絶景に入っておりまして、山頂からの眺めはまさに絶景でございます。Eri様のハワイ島の旅行の楽しい思い出の一つに
なられた事を弊社一同大変光栄に思います。
次回も是非ハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

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Very satisfied! 大満足!

Reviewed by: Yuka

We experienced this with my husband at the end of the year. For those who will participate in the future, I highly recommend bringing a knit hat and a neck warmer. While ski wear is provided, your head will be cold!! They did lend us knit hats (and I gave in to the cold), but I felt a bit hesitant to wear a hat that someone else had worn (laughs). Also, I wore thick socks, so I didn't mind, but many people mentioned their ankles were cold, so I think wearing high-top shoes or boots, or socks that cover the ankles would be a good idea.

This is our experience, and as the title suggests, it was a very satisfying tour! First of all, the best part was the weather!! Since it's something we can't control, it was really great that it was sunny, and we could see the sunset and the starry sky beautifully. Next, we were able to take a lot of photos! I brought a DSLR camera, but it was cold at the summit, and my hands were freezing, so we couldn't take good pictures ourselves. However, the instructor took many photos of the scenery and us with their DSLR. The photos taken with the starry sky are ones we definitely couldn't have captured ourselves, so I was really happy about that. It became a wonderful memory of our trip to Hawaii!

年末に主人と体験してきました。
これから参加する人は、ぜひ、ニット帽、ネックウォーマーを持っていくことをお勧めします。
スキーウエアは貸してもらえるけれど、頭が寒い!!
ニット帽も貸してもらえたけれど(そして、寒さに負けたけど)、誰かがかぶった帽子をかぶるのは、ちょっと抵抗を感じました(笑)
あと、わたしは厚手の靴下をはいていったので気になりませんでしたが、足首が寒いと言っている人が多くいたので、ハイカットの靴とか、ブーツとか、足首の隠れる靴下をはいていくといいと思います。

私たちの体験談ですが、タイトル通り、大満足!なツアーでした。
まず、1番よかったのは、天気!!
私たちの力ではどうにもならない部分だけに、晴れていて、サンセットも星空もきれいに見えたのが本当に良かったです。
次は、写真をたくさん撮ってもらえたこと!
一眼カメラを持って行ったけど、山頂は寒くて、手も冷たくて、なかなか自分たちでは上手に撮ることはできませんでした。でも、インストラクターさんが持ってた一眼で、景色も、私たちの写真も何枚も撮ってくれました。星空と撮ってもらった写真は絶対に自分たちでは撮れない写真なので、うれしかったです。
ハワイ旅行のいい思い出になりました!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much for participating in the tour and for sharing your experience with us. We ensure that everything we provide for rent is washed and clean, but if you have any concerns, you are welcome to bring your own. Also, as you mentioned, a knit hat is a good idea since it can get cold on your head and ears. I'm really glad to hear that you were satisfied with the beautiful weather during your visit. Thank you very much for the ★5 rating! We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.

Nature School

ツアーへのご参加、またこちらの体験談へのご投稿誠にありがとうございました。
弊社でお貸ししているものは全て洗濯し綺麗な物をお貸ししておりますが気になるようであればご持参いただいても宜しいかと思います。また頭と耳が冷たくなるのでおっしゃる通りニット帽がいいですね。 お天気も良かったお日にちでご満足頂けたとのこと本当に良かったです。★5つ誠にありがとうございました!
またのご来島心よりお待ちしております。

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  • すばる望遠鏡

  • 肉眼では、もっときれいに見えますよ!

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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 talk with Matsucchan was so lively that it blew away the mountain top closure. 山頂クローズが吹き飛ぶ程の松っちゃんトーク

Reviewed by: まっちゃん頑張って。

On the day of our visit, the summit was closed due to strong winds, but we were laughing from the car at the guide's talk. It wasn't just comedy; we were all surprised by the guide's extensive knowledge and techniques, almost like a home appliance comedian. We were able to take many beautiful and fun photos. Even though the summit was closed, the guide negotiated uniquely to secure a great spot for stargazing, allowing us to see it perfectly without anyone else around.

当日は強風で山頂クローズでしたが、車中から案内時のトークに笑い転げてました。しかしただのお笑いではなく、まるで家電芸人の様な豊富な撮影知識とテクニックに一同びっくり。綺麗で楽しい写真をたくさん撮る事が出来ました。クローズでも独自の交渉で星空観察ポイントも良い場所確保してもらい他店のいない所でばっちり見られました。

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Thank you very much for your kind comments, even though we were unable to guide you on the day when the summit was closed. I'm truly glad that you were able to see the starry sky. We will continue to strive to improve our guiding skills and photography techniques, so please do reach out to us again on your next visit.

Once again, thank you very much for this opportunity.
Nature School

山頂がクローズでご案内ができなかったお日にちにも関わらずこのような嬉しいコメントを頂戴し心よりお礼申し上げます。星空だけでもご覧頂けた様で本当に良かったです。これからもガイド力や写真テクなどの向上を目指し頑張っていきますのでぜひまたのお越しの際にはお声掛けくださいませ。

重ねましてこの度は誠にありがとうございました。
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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Great time for the whole family!!

Reviewed by: H family

Our guide was very knowledgeable and attentive to detail. Viewing the volcano in the light and then at night was awesome. The restaurant was so cozy and had great food. Afterwards we hiked thru a fern forest to a lava tube. Amazing!

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are so happy to hear that you had such a great day and enjoyed being able to see Halema'uma'u Crater both day and night. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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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 best view. 最高の景色

Reviewed by: YUKO

I was anxious about going to a mountain higher than Mount Fuji, but the attentive service from the Japanese staff made for a worry-free and enjoyable drive. At the summit, we were able to see a truly wonderful sunset, and the stargazing was even more beautiful than a planetarium. The explanations about the stars were also very enjoyable and detailed, making it a tour that left my family completely satisfied.

富士山より高い山に行くのは不安でしたが、日本人スタッフの方のきめ細やかなサービスを受け
不安もなく楽しいドライブでした。山頂ではとても素晴らしいサンセットをみることができ、
星空観測もプラネタリウムより綺麗でした。また、星の説明もとても楽しく詳しく説明いただき
家族大満足のツアーでした。

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Dear Yuko,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. I believe Mauna Kea is the only place where you can drive up to 4,205 meters. The view from the summit is breathtaking, especially the sunset on New Year's Day. I wish that 2017 will be a great year for you and your family.

Please come back to the Big Island next time. All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit.

Nature School
Tomoe

Yuko様
弊社のツアーに御参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございました。
4205メートルまで車で行けてしまうのはマウナケアだけだと思います。山頂は絶景ですね、元日の夕陽でしたね。2017年もYuko様ご家族にとって良い年でありますように
願っております。
次回もハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

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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

Weather that doesn't feel like Hawaii?! ハワイとは思えない天候?!

Reviewed by: ねこねこ

This is my third time participating in the Mauna Kea Nature tour, but unfortunately, the weather was not great this time. I managed to climb to the summit of Mauna Kea from the Onizuka Center, but it was snowing and hailing, and it was extremely cold, so I couldn't see the sunset. I barely caught a glimpse of the sunset through a break in the clouds, and I could see the magma of Kilauea in the distance.

Since I couldn't see the starry sky from up high, I moved down and was able to see it there.

It's disappointing that we can't choose the weather, but in a way, it was quite rare for Hawaii, and it turned out to be a valuable experience.

Above all, I enjoyed participating in the tour with the other guests, encouraging each other in a friendly atmosphere. The guide also made an effort to show us the best possible sunset and starry sky, which added to the fun memories.

Needless to say, the warm miso soup, the improved bento from last time, the winter clothing, and the free photo download service are all attractions of this tour.

If you participate in the winter, be prepared for unpredictable weather; I think it's best to join with the mindset that if you get to see something, it's a bonus. Even without a perfect sunset and stars, there is so much to gain from this wonderful tour.

マサシネイチャーでの参加は3回目ですが、今回はあいにくの天気でした。
オニヅカセンターから上のマウナケア山頂にはなんとな登れましたが雪がつもり雹がふり、極寒でサンセットは見れず。
辛うじて一瞬雲の合間から夕陽、遠くにキラウエアのマグマが。
星空も上の方ではみれなかったため下に移動してなんとか見ることができました。

天候は選べないものなので残念といえば残念ですが、ある意味でハワイではかなり稀な天候であり、それはそれで貴重な経験でした。

なにより同行した他のお客様御一行と和気あいあいと励ましあいながらツアーに参加できたこと、ガイドさんも少しでも良い星空、サンセットをみせようと努力してくださる心遣いが伝わり、それらも含め楽しい思い出になりました。

言うまでもなく、暖かいお味噌汁、前回よりおいしくなったお弁当、防寒着に写真の無料ダウンロードサービスもこのツアーの魅了です。

冬場に参加の場合、天気は荒れやすい、それを覚悟の上、見れたらラッキーくらいで参加するといいと思います。
満点のサンセットと星がみえなくても、得るものが大きい、いいツアーです。

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Dear Neko Neko,

Thank you for your repeat visit. We are truly grateful for your kind words. Our tour guides are full of hospitality and strive to create wonderful memories for our customers. We sincerely appreciate that you recognized this spirit.

We hope that 2017 will be a great year for you and your family.

We all look forward to your next visit to the Big Island.

Nature School
Tomoe

ねこねこ様

リピートありがとうございます。嬉しいお言葉を頂きまして本当に感謝致します。弊社のツアーガイドは皆ホスピタリティーに溢れていてお客様にとって良い思い出になるように
走り回ります。その気持ちを汲み取って頂けて本当にありがたい気持ちです。
2017年がねこねこ様、ご家族様にとって良い年でありますようにねがっております。

次回のハワイ島のお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

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  • 悪天候ながらもみれたキラウエア火山方面の夜空

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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

Hospitality is... ホスピタリティが・・・

Reviewed by: はてな

I chose this tour because regular cameras can't capture the night sky, but I was disappointed by the lack of hospitality.

During the photo shoot on the way to the summit of Mauna Kea, I asked the guide who took my picture if it turned out well, and he assured me it was fine. I felt relieved and downloaded the photos later, but they were not suitable as keepsakes. It's very unpleasant that these images are shared with other tour participants.

As for the stargazing location, we stopped on a side road on the way from the summit of Mauna Kea to the Onizuka Center for an explanation session. However, several cars passed by on their way down, kicking up dust, and since I was trying to take pictures with a DSLR, the headlights from the cars interfered, causing me to fail at capturing multiple shots. Moreover, the location wasn't open, and the mountains obstructed the view of the night sky, ruining the experience. There should be better spots for stargazing.

Even if the guide is used to the scenery every day, the tour participants are not able to visit these places multiple times. This tour requires you to confirm your reservation on the day of your arrival in Hawaii, but with this kind of service, I felt it was a waste to pay for the phone call.

For positive aspects, please check the comments from other tour participants.

普通のカメラでは星空写真が撮影出来ないので、こちらのツアーを選びましたが
ホスピタリティの無さには期待外れでした。

マウナケア山頂へ行く途中での撮影の際、途中で動いてしまったので撮影してくれたガイドさんに「写真はきちんと撮れているか」と確認した所「大丈夫です」との回答に安心して、後日ダウンロードしましたが、記念写真にならない画像。他のツアー参加者にも公開されているので非常に不快です。

星空観賞の場所。マウナケア山頂からオニヅカセンターへの途中の脇道で停車し説明会が始まりましたが、すぐ近くを下山する車が何台も通るので砂煙が巻き上がるし、私は一眼レフでの撮影に挑戦していたので、車のヘッドライドの明かりが邪魔して何枚も撮影に失敗しました。しかも山間でひらけた場所ではないので、山が邪魔で星空が隠れてしまい台無しです。観賞場所ならもっと他にもあるはずです。

ガイドさんは毎日見慣れた景色でも、ツアー参加者は何回も来れる場所ではないのです。
こちらのツアーはハワイ島到着時に当日の予約確認の依頼をされていますが、この様なサービスでは電話代を支払うのも勿体なく思いました。

良かった点は、他のツアー参加者コメントから確認してください。

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Dear Hatena,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We understand that you felt there was a lack of hospitality during the tour. After confirming with our guide, we learned that both the sunset and the stars were beautifully visible, and the photos of the starry sky were taken with another guide's camera. Upon reviewing the photos, we found that they were slightly out of focus. We sincerely apologize for this.

The location for stargazing is subject to strict regulations outside of Mauna Kea's jurisdiction, and photography is permitted only at high-altitude locations under the DLNR's authority.

We are truly sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations. We are committed to ensuring that such issues do not occur in the future through thorough staff training. We hope you will consider joining us again on your next visit to the Big Island.

Nature School
Tomoe Kimura

はてな様

弊社のツアーに御参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。弊社のツアーでのホスピタリティーがなかったという事でございますが、
弊社の担当ガイドに確認を取りましたところ夕陽も星もきれいに見え、また星空初心はもう一人のガイドのカメラでの撮影でした。お写真を確認いたしましたところ
少しボケていました。大変申し訳ございませんでした。
星空観賞の場所はマウナケアの管轄以外のルールが厳しくありまして、DLNRの管轄で許可のある高所での撮影となっております。

はてな様の満足のいくツアーでなくて大変申し訳ございませんでした。今後はこのようなことがないように社員教育の徹底を図ってまいる所存でございますので
次回またハワイ島にお越しの際は何卒よろしくお願い申し上げます。

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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 summit is unexpectedly open! まさかの山頂解禁!

Reviewed by: sasaki

I had given up on reaching the summit because I heard beforehand that it was inaccessible due to snow, but on the day of the tour, I received the wonderful news that "it has become possible to climb since yesterday!" My excitement shot up instantly. When I got there, the breathtaking view was absolutely amazing! The starry sky and the explanations were fantastic too! The kindness and gentle care from our guide Jin and Con-chan from car number two made the tour very soothing overall. Thank you so much. I have fallen in love with the Big Island!

前情報で山頂へは雪で行けないと聞いていたのであきらめていましたが、
当日「昨日から登れるようになりました」とうれしい知らせ!
一気にテンションがUPしました。
行ってみたら、それはそれは素晴らしい絶景!!
星空も解説も素晴らしい!
ガイドのジンさんと2号車のコンちゃんさんのお心遣いも柔らかく優しいもので
それも含めてとても癒されるツアーでした。
本当にありがとうございました。
ハワイ島が大好きになりました。

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Thank you very much for participating in our tour. Since December, the weather at the summit has not been favorable, and there have been many days when we couldn't provide guidance. However, I am truly delighted to hear your words about the "healing tour." I will also convey your message to the big Jin and the gentle Kon-chan. Please do come back to visit the Big Island again. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Nature School

この度は弊社のツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
12月に入ってから山頂の天候が優れずご案内出来ない日が続いておりましたが、『癒されるツアー』とのお言葉、心より嬉しく思います。でっかいジンとのんびり優しいコンちゃんにも伝えておきますね。ハワイ島、是非また遊びにいらしてくださいませ。
またのご来島心よりお待ちしております。
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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Fabulous tour!

Reviewed by: Cronin family

Although a little long in length, this tour was my favorite activity of our entire trip. We got to see a good portion of the island and its amazing landscape and learned a lot along the way. Our tour guide, Nick, was top notch. Even our two surly teens rated this one of their favorite activities, which says a lot!

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are delighted to hear that your 'ohana had such a fabulous day with Nick! He truly is a top-notch guide with so much knowledge to share and genuinely loves doing so. To hear that our activity was your favorite excursion, while on vacation, is so humbling and a beautiful reminder of why we love touring! Mahalo for your wonderful recommendation and we hope to see you folks on your next visit to the Big Island!

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I always wanted to go there! 一度は行ってみたかった!

Reviewed by: たろう

I think this tour to Mauna Kea is the only one where you can easily go to a place higher than Mount Fuji, which is the tallest in Japan!

日本一高い富士山よりも高いところに、こんなにあっさり行けるのはマウナケアのこのツアーだけだと思います!

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Dear Taro,

Thank you for sharing your experience. Mauna Kea is about 500 meters higher than Mount Fuji, and you don't need to hike to the summit! Since there are breaks along the way, the risk of altitude sickness is lower, and driving to the top makes it a safer mountain compared to climbing Mount Fuji (laughs). As you mentioned, it's definitely a mountain that everyone should climb at least once.

Thank you very much for using the Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour <Reflecting Telescope> by Masashi Nature School. We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.

Nature School

たろう様

体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
マウナケアは富士山より約500mも高くしかも歩いて登る必要もありませんからね!
途中に休憩も挟むので高山病になる可能性も低いですし車で登頂していくので富士山に登るより安全な山かも知れませんね(笑)
たろう様の仰る通り一度はぜひ登ってもらいたい山です^^

この度はマウナケア山頂 サンセット&星空観測ツアー<反射望遠鏡> by マサシネイチャースクールをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございました。
たろう様のまたのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。

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The tour was changed due to the prohibition of entry to the summit. 山頂入山禁止でツアー変更

Reviewed by: よみたけ

While waiting for the pickup in the hotel lobby, I heard the disappointing news that due to strong winds, we couldn't go to the summit and it was uncertain if we could find a place to see the starry sky. Since we could get a full refund if we canceled now and it was possible to change the tour, we decided as a family to switch to a full island tour the next day. Then, the next morning, it was pouring rain! It really rained a lot. As we waited with low spirits, our guide Matsuzaki arrived with incredibly high energy! I thought the island would only have lava, but it turned out to be a lush green island. Waipi'o Valley was breathtaking, and Akaka Falls was impressive, but the highlight was definitely the Kilauea volcano's crater! It was lucky to see the bright red lava rising so high. The lava dome tunnel provided an adventurous experience, and even though it rained the whole time, they provided a large umbrella and towels, making sure we stayed as dry as possible. We were able to take many photos and truly enjoyed the wonderful aspects of the Big Island. Everyone in the family was very satisfied with the tour. We even saw sea turtles, and we wrapped up the day with a beautiful rainbow and sunset. Thank you, Matsuzaki, for your hard work during the long drive!

ホテルロビーでピックアップを待っていると、強風のため山頂へはいけず、星空も見える場所を探すけれど、どうなるかわからないという残念なお話。今中止すれば全額返金、ツアー変更も可能という事なので家族会議の結果、翌日の島一周に変えさせて頂きました。そして翌朝、大雨!まあよく降ること。テンション低めで待っていると、テンションすごーく高めのガイドマツザキさん登場!溶岩しかないのかと思っていたら、実は緑豊かな島で、ワイピオ渓谷は絶景、アカカ滝も迫力満点でしたが、なんといってもキラウエア火山の噴火口!真っ赤な溶岩がここまで上昇しているのはラッキーなんですって。溶岩ドームトンネルもアドベンチャー気分が味わえ、ずっと雨でしたが、大きな傘とタオルを用意して下さり、なるべく濡れないよう気配りして頂き、
写真もたくさん撮れましたし、ハワイ島の良いところがたくさん味わえた家族全員大満足なツアーでした。ウミガメにも会えたし、最後はきれいな虹と夕日で締めくくり。マツザキさん、長時間のドライブ本当にお疲れ様でした。そしてありがとうございました!

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Dear Yomitake,

Thank you for sharing your experience.

We are very sorry that you were unable to climb Mauna Kea this time. The weather in December this year has been surprisingly bad, even for our staff, and we feel deeply sorry for everyone who visited the island during this time. Despite the sudden cancellation of the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour, we sincerely appreciate you choosing our island tour.

As you mentioned, the Big Island is not just about lava; it is actually a lush island with plenty of greenery! It seems that many people find it hard to realize this unless they visit the Hilo side, so we are glad that you were able to experience the charm of the Big Island beyond just the lava and stars!

Our guide Matsuzaki is very considerate of our customers. Other guides look up to him for his attentiveness. He also has a great sense of humor, and I will make sure to let him know that you were satisfied with his guidance. He is also in charge of the sunset and stargazing tour that you couldn't attend this time, so if you have the opportunity to join the sunset tour next time, you can request him as your tour guide.

Thank you very much for using Masashi's Nature School. We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.

Nature School

よみたけ様
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。

この度はマウナケアに登れずとても残念に思います。今年の12月の天候はスタッフですら驚くほど悪く、この時期にご来島してくださった皆様にとても申し訳ない気持ちになりました。
今回急遽マウナケア山頂 夕陽と星空ツアーを中止したにも関わらず、弊社の島一周ツアーをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございます。
ハワイ島はよみたけ様のおっしゃる通り実は溶岩だけではなく緑も多い自然豊かな島なのです!
ヒロ側に行かないとどうしても実感が湧かない人も多いみたいで、今回よみたけ様がハワイ島の溶岩や星以外の魅力を体験できたみたいで良かったです!
ガイドのマツザキは非常にお客様思いなガイドです。他のガイドも彼を見習うぐらいお客様への気遣いがあります。
ユーモアも非常にあり、今回よみたけ様が彼のガイドに満足して頂けたことを彼にも伝えておきます^^
彼は今回参加できなかった夕陽と星空ツアーも担当しておりますので、次回夕陽のツアーに参加する機会がございましたら彼をツアーガイドにリクエストすることも可能です。

この度はマサシのネイチャースクールをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございました。
よみたけ様のまたのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。

ネイチャスクール

  • キラウエア火山

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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 sunset and the stars were both clearly visible. サンセットも星もよく見えました

Reviewed by: S.K

It was cold, but according to the guide, it was "warm enough." The moon was thin, and both the sunset and the starry sky were beautiful.

寒いことは寒いですが、ガイドさん曰く「暖かいぐらい」だったそうです。
月も細い時期で、サンセットも星空も綺麗に見えました。

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Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
It is surprisingly cold, so it would be best for you to prepare warm clothing in addition to our company's winter gear.
The lunar phase is very important for stargazing, so it might be a good idea to check it in advance before planning your travel itinerary.
It seems that S.K. was able to see both the sunset and the stars beautifully, which is truly wonderful.
We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.
Thank you once again.

ツアーにご参加いただきまして、誠にありがとうございます。
ハワイとは思えないほどの寒さですので、弊社の防寒着にプラスしてお客様でも暖かい服をご用意いただいたほうがよろしいですね。
星空観測をするうえで、月齢は非常に重要になります。事前にお調べになられてから、旅行日程をたてられたほうが良いかもしれません。
S.Kさんは夕陽も星もきれいに見ることができたそうで、本当に良かったです。
またのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。
この度はありがとうございました。

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Michigan Visits Hawaii

Reviewed by: Carolyn K.

The day we six (6) friends took this tour was fantastic. Our guide, Nick, was super. He was attentive, interesting, and very funny. We covered a lot of ground and learned a lot about the big island. Had a great lunch and a fantastic dinner. Recommend this tour for sure.

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Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic day with Nick and enjoyed all of the sights and treats throughout the day. He is an amazing guide, with top notch hospitality, who genuinely loves sharing some of our favorite spots on tour. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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Posted on: 2016/12/05
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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’s a wonderful memory. 素晴らしい思い出です。

Reviewed by: さちよ

I participated with two friends for the first time on the Big Island. Although it was November, which is said to be the rainy season, we were blessed with beautiful weather, clear skies, and no wind. The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds was truly magnificent, making us forget the cold as we were captivated by it.

I had used Masashi Nature School before, and I could tell that the guide's explanations were very clear and that they had studied a lot about Hawaii and volcanoes. The bento box was, of course, delicious, but I especially appreciated the hot miso soup served in the cold; it was a thoughtful touch.

However, it was a day close to the supermoon, so the sky was bright, and the stars weren't as clearly visible, which was a bit disappointing and left me not completely satisfied. Next time, I will aim for a new moon.

ハワイ島が始めての友人二人と参加しました。
雨季と言われる11月ですがお天気に恵まれ快晴で風もなく雲海に沈む夕陽はそれはそれは素晴らしく寒さを忘れて見入ってしまうほどでした。
マサシネイチャースクールは以前にも利用させてもらいましたがガイドの方の説明がとてもわかりやすくハワイの事、火山の事をよく勉強されているのがよくわかりました。
幕の内のお弁当ももちろん美味しかったのですが
寒い所で出して頂いた熱いお味噌汁は有り難く心遣いを感じました。
ただスーパームーンが近い日だったので空が明るくて星がくっきりきれいに見えなかったのが残念で大満足にはなりませんでした。
次回は新月の時を狙います。

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Dear Sachiyo,

Thank you for sharing your experience. The sunset on the Big Island is truly beautiful, isn't it? Watching the sunset from a higher elevation than Mount Fuji is exceptionally stunning! I'm glad to hear that you were satisfied with the bento and miso soup as well. Our sunset guide seems to be very particular about providing miso soup to our guests (laughs).

It's unfortunate that you couldn't fully enjoy the starry sky during your tour, especially since it was close to the supermoon. I hope that next time you visit the island, you'll be able to observe a sky full of stars!

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We look forward to welcoming you back to the island.

Nature School

さちよ様
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
ハワイ島の夕陽は本当に綺麗ですよね!富士山より高い標高から眺める夕陽はまた格別に綺麗です!
お弁当やお味噌汁にも満足して頂いたみたいで何よりです。うちの夕陽のガイドはお味噌汁をお客様にご提供することに非常に凝っているみたいです(笑)
今回スーパームーンの近い時期にツアー参加して星空が満足に見えなかったことが非常残念です。
次回さちよ様がご来島の時は満天の星空を観測できることを祈っております!

この度は弊社のツアーに御参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
さちよ様のまたのご来島お待ちしております。

ネイチャスクール

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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

An emotional sunset and starry sky. 感動的なサンセットと星空

Reviewed by: rokkizo

As expected, most participants were couples or groups, but the guide was kind and I enjoyed it even as a solo traveler. I also enjoyed the guide about the entire Big Island and the constellation lecture along the way.

やはりカップルや複数人での参加がほとんどですがガイドさんも親切で一人でも楽しめました。道中のハワイ島全体のガイドや星座講座も楽しめました。

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Thank you very much for participating in our tour.

The Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour never gets boring, no matter how many times you go. Each time, you are captivated by a different view, aren't you?
There were many participants who came alone, and everyone knows how to enjoy themselves, so there's no need to worry.
Please come back to the Big Island next time. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.

Nature School
Tomoe

弊社のツアーに御参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。

マウナケア夕陽と星のツアーは何回上っても飽きることがありません。毎回違う景色に魅了されてしまいますよね。
お一人での参加の方もたくさんおられまして皆さんが楽しみ方をご存知ですので心配ないですね。
次回もハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。

ネイチャースクール
トモエ

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Awesome

Reviewed by: Debra

The experience was awesome. I would recommend it to everyone. The tour operator was great and showed amazing forethought by providing water, wipes, jackets, and flashlights. Dinne at the lodge was delicious. In addition, our tour guide,Nick, was knowledgeable about the culture.

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Aloha and Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great day with Nick and enjoyed all of the sights, treats, and little extras throughout the day. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!

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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 best starry sky. 最高の星空

Reviewed by: イッチー

I participated in this for my honeymoon! The reviews were very good, so my expectations were quite high, but it easily exceeded them. The guide was always sharing various information and was very kind throughout the tour! They also provided warm clothing, so I was able to enjoy the sunset at the cold mountaintop, and the stargazing along the way was fantastic, with clear explanations that were interesting and enjoyable. It was a great tour that I would love to join again if I have the chance! Thank you very much!

新婚旅行で参加しました!
口コミが非常によかったため、
かなりハードルがあがっていたのですが、
そのハードルを軽々と超えていきました(^^)
ガイドさんは常に色々な情報を教えてくれたり、終始とても親切でした!
防寒着も用意して頂けたので、
寒い山頂でもサンセットがしっかりみれ、
また途中の星空観測がとてもよく見える上に、説明もわかりやすくて面白くて最高でした!また、機会があれば参加したいとても良いツアーでした!
ありがとうございました♪

Reply from activity provider

Dear Icchi,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We are honored to provide a tour that will remain a memorable part of your honeymoon memories. The guides are truly entertaining, and even on the same tour, having a different guide can bring a whole new level of fun and content, so I believe you won't get bored at all. Our guides are constantly honing their storytelling skills to satisfy our customers (laughs). If you have the opportunity, please consider joining a tour with a different guide next time.

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.

Nature School
Tsukamoto

イッチ―様

体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
新婚旅行の思い出の人ページに残るようなツアーをご提供することができ光栄です。
ガイドの人も本当に面白い人ばかりで、同じツアーでもガイドが違うとまた違った面白さや内容になるため全然飽きないと思います^^
ガイドたちも日々お客様を満足させるために話術の腕を磨いております(笑)
もし機会がございましたらぜひ今度は違うガイドでツアー参加もご検討してみてください^^

この度は弊社のツアーに御参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
またのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。

ネイチャースクール
塚本

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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

First mountain summit sunset 初めての山頂サンセット

Reviewed by: Hisako Tanaka

The view from the ground was a breathtaking sight unlike anything I had ever seen before. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was like something you would see from an airplane, with the sun sinking into a sea of clouds. It was grand and stunningly beautiful!

At 4,200 meters, the summit is higher than Mount Fuji, and I was very worried about altitude sickness. However, the tour operator's careful consideration ensured that I was safe. I could feel my body acclimating during a dinner break at the Onizuka Visitor Center, which is at an elevation of 2,800 meters. We were well-prepared for the cold. Everyone borrowed orange ski wear, and it made for quite a striking photo. Regular visitors can only drive to the Onizuka Center, and it seems that only a few tour companies can take you to the summit from there.

After the sunset, it was finally time for stargazing! With high expectations, we descended 200 meters and looked up at the night sky from a 4,000-meter point... but the moonlight was a bit of a hindrance, and I thought, "Is this it?" The moon was quite bright, being slightly fuller than a first quarter moon.

Even so, the sky was filled with countless stars, with Venus, Saturn, Mars, and Polaris shining brightly, and we could see the Milky Way. The constellation explanations were quite detailed, making it clear why this is a nature school, and it was genuinely interesting. I was told that if I wanted to see only the stars in complete darkness, I should come back on a new moon day, and I understood why many people return for a "revenge" trip.

What was wonderful about Masashi Nature School was their concern for the participants' health, the delicious bento and miso soup, the thoughtful service of warm coffee, tea, and cookies during our cold and tiring breaks, and their photography skills, along with the service of allowing us to download the photos later... perhaps I'm praising them too much?

In any case, it was a thoroughly satisfying tour!

地上からは今までに見た事のない絶景でした。マウナケアの山頂からのサンセットは飛行機から見る様なもので、雲海に日が沈んでいくのです。壮大で息をのむような美しさでした!
4200mの山頂は富士山よりも高く私は高山病がとても心配でした。でも、催行者さんのしっかりとした配慮があり無事でした。標高2800mのオニズカビジターセンターで夕食を兼ねた休息で体が慣れていくのがわかりました。寒さ対策も万全でした。全員オレンジ色のスキーウェアを借りて写真を撮るとちょっと迫力がありました。一般の人がレンタカーで行けるのはこのオニズカセンター迄でここから先の山頂迄は数社のツアー会社しか行けないそうです。
サンセットの後はいよいよ満天の星空観測!と、期待満々で200m下山、4000mのポイントで夜空を見
上げてみると‥‥月明かりが邪魔をしてえっ?こんなモノ?くらいの星だったのです。この日は上弦の月よりも少し膨らんだ月で相当明るい月明かりでした。
それでも空には数えきれない星で金星、土星、火星、北極星は凄く明るく光っていて、天の川も見えました。星座はかなり詳しい解説でネイチャースクールの所以はこれかと言う程本格的で面白かったですね。真っ暗闇で星だけを見たかったら新月の日にリベンジして下さいと言われ納得しました。現にリベンジのリピーターは多いそうです。
マサシネイチャースクールさんの素晴らしかった所は、先ず参加者の体調を気にかけてくれた点、お弁当やお味噌汁がかなり美味しかった点、寒くて疲れた休息に温かいコーヒーや紅茶、クッキーを出してくれる心憎いサービス、そして写真を撮る技術、後で写真をダウンロードさせて貰えるサービス‥‥などなど褒めすぎかな?

とにかく大満足のツアーでした!

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Dear Mr. Tanaka,

This is Tomoe from the tour company Nature School. Thank you very much for participating in the Mauna Kea Sunset and Stars Tour.
In November, it can be quite cold at the summit. However, if the air is clear and there is no wind, it is the perfect time.
The moon was close to being half full, so there was some moonlight.
Next time, please visit during the new moon.
I am truly honored to have been able to help create wonderful memories on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Thank you very much.

Nature School
Tomoe

田中様

催行会社のネイチャースクールのトモエと申します。マウナケア夕陽と星のツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
11月にご参加ですとかなり山頂は寒いですね。しかしながら空気が澄んでいて風がなければ最高に良い時期です。
月が半月に近くなってきていましたので月光がありましたね。
次回は新月を狙って来島くださいませ。
ハワイ島の素晴らしい思い出作りのお手伝いが出来ました事を大変光栄に思います。
ありがとうございました。

ネイチャースクール
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Private Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour from Hilo

100% Recomendable cultural private tour!!

Reviewed by: Jose and Claudia

This tour is way better than group tours! The tour was confortable and we stoped at points where group tours wont stop, so we watched more things. Lee is an amazing person, his knowledge about the hawaiian culture and history is extremelly enriching, that guys in other tours took advantage and prefered listening to him than their tour guides.
We stop in every point of the Island such as waterfalls, rainforest, lava tunels, museum of the volcáno, craters, steam points, volcanic beaches, neiberhoods, and on every points and he told us enriching history of that part. We have some time for lunch at the volcano hotel, and he took us back to the airport on time.
In general we recommend this tour rather than groupal tours. Lee is a guy you can trust, dont hesitate in booking this vip private tour.

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what a beautiful photograph of you two trouble-makers and Madame Pele....Mahalo nui for such a wonderful tour together.
thank you for your respect and love of the Hawaiian culture.
Blessings, Lee

  • Volcanic crater

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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

I had a unique experience that can only be found on the Big Island of Hawaii! ハワイ島ならではの体験ができました!

Reviewed by: やっちゃん

It was really great to join a tour to reach the summit of Mauna Kea, as it's difficult to go there on your own. The sunset from the summit was a truly magical sight. As for stargazing, instead of the usual observation from the Onizuka Visitor Center, they took us to the best spot of the day and provided explanations in Japanese, making it very enjoyable and easy to understand.

マウナケア山頂へは個人では行きにくいので、ツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。
山頂からのサンセットはとても幻想的に光景でした。
星空観測についても、よくあるオニヅカビジターセンターからの観測ではなく、その日のベストスポットに連れて行ってくれ、日本語で説明をしてくれるので、とても楽しくわかりやすかったです。

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Dear Yacchan,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. The sunset at Mauna Kea is truly magical and energizing. Our stargazing experiences are conducted at high-altitude locations as much as possible. Customers who have been to Mauna Kea are always so moved that they tend to return. We hope you will come back to the Big Island next time.

All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you again.

Nature School
Tomoe

やっちゃん様

弊社のツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
マウナケアの夕陽は本当に幻想的でパワー注入ですね。弊社の星空はなるべく標高が高い場所での観測となっております。
マウナケアに一度上がったお客様は必ずリピートしてしまうぐらいに感動ですね。次回も是非ハワイ島にお越しくだしませ。

スタッフ一同心よリお待ち申しております

ネイチャスクール
トモエ

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Packages: 2名様以上プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/31
Activity Date: 2016/10/21
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