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Basically, the guide spoke in English, but important points were also explained in Japanese.

Once we reached the summit, the guide actively took photos and provided explanations.

During the stargazing, we didn't just look at the stars; we were divided into Japanese and English groups, and we received very detailed information about star names, constellations, and their origins.

Overall, it was a highly satisfying tour. Thank you very much.

基本的に英語でのガイドですが、
大切なところなどは日本語でも説明していただけました。

また山頂についてからも積極的に写真を撮ってくださったり、解説などもしていただけました。

星空観測ではただ星を眺めるだけでなく
日本語グループと英語グループに分かれて、
星の名前から星座、成り立ちなどとても詳しく教えていただけました。

終始満足度のとても高いツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。

The guide (Chris) provided incredibly informative explanations!

From the formation of the Big Island, Mauna Kea, and Mauna Loa, to stories about Japan's pride, baseball player Shohei Ohtani. The drive to the summit was long, but I was never bored at all. I truly appreciated the guide's expertise! Thank you for the memories on the Big Island!

ガイドさん(クリスさん)の説明が大変学びになる！

ハワイ島、マウナケア山、マウナロア山の成り立ちから、はたまた日本が誇るベースボールプレイヤーの大谷翔平さんの話を交えて。山頂までのドライブは長いですが、まったく飽きなかったです。　　さすがはガイドさんと思いました！　　　ハワイ島での思い出をありがとうございました！

The guide, who spoke Japanese, provided detailed explanations in Japanese since there were many Japanese participants. Throughout the journey, I was never bored as they shared information about the Big Island, the flowers we saw along the way, and the wild goats.

As the car climbed the mountain, I was worried that the road to the summit might be closed due to the thick fog, but once we got through it, I was amazed to see the blue sky at the top. The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds was incredibly beautiful.

The starry sky afterward was also stunning, and the guide pointed out the Southern Cross, which is said to be visible only during this time of year. Perhaps because it was the day of the Kilauea volcano eruption, we could see smoke and a faint red light in the night sky, which even showed up in the photos we took.

Thank you for such a precious experience.

日本語も話せるガイドさんが、日本人が多かったので日本語でも丁寧に説明してくれました。道中もハワイ島についてや、周りに見える花、野生のヤギについてなど教えてくれて飽きませんでした。
車が山を登るにつれ、途中まではすごい霧で頂上までの道が閉鎖されないか不安でしたが無事に抜けると、頂上は青空が広がっていたのに驚きました。雲海に沈む夕日が最高にきれいでした。
その後の星空もよく見え、この時期にだけよく見えるという南十字星など教えてもらいました。ちょうどキラウェア火山が噴火した日だからか、噴煙や、暗くなってからはわずかに赤い光が夜空に見え、撮ってもらった写真にも写っていました。
とても貴重な体験をありがとうございました。

I actually wanted to join the sunrise tour at the summit, but due to scheduling conflicts, I signed up for the sunset tour instead.

As a result, it was an incredibly satisfying tour!

◾️ About the guide
I was a bit anxious about having an English-speaking guide, but the guide made a great effort to explain important points in Japanese using a translation device.
That said, most of the tour was in English, so I was mostly lost during the journey (laughs).

However, the guide's personality was wonderful, and they were always considerate, making it easy to enjoy the tour.

The day before the tour, we drove from Kona to Hilo in a rental car, and while driving on the same route as the tour, we were suddenly hit by a heavy downpour and dense fog that made it impossible to see in front of us, which was quite scary.

However, the guide was experienced in driving, so even in similar weather conditions, they drove smoothly, allowing us to feel safe during the ride. It was reassuring.

◾️ Tour flow
We boarded the shuttle bus at Queens Market, but the meeting point was somewhat hard to find.
It said "shuttle bus stop," but I don't recall seeing any bus signs.

There was a nearby shop mentioned in the directions, but it seemed to be closed, so it wasn't helpful.

There was an area where it seemed like a bus could enter, and since there were people who appeared to be participants (including from other tour companies) waiting there, we waited and felt relieved when the bus arrived.

There were about ten participants in total, from various nationalities.

The elevation increased rapidly, and the guide encouraged us to take deep breaths several times during the journey.
We took a break at the Onizuka Visitor Center, where we had a delicious BLT sandwich and water.

At this point, the temperature had dropped significantly, but it wasn't as cold as mid-winter.

After leaving the visitor center, we suddenly hit the off-road section, and the bumps became quite intense.
If you're prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to bring some medication.
Additionally, due to the high altitude, I felt a bit short of breath.

However, the scenery around us was so beautiful that I didn't even have the luxury of feeling unwell.
It was a view that you could never see in Japan, almost as if we had landed on another planet in space.

As we approached the summit, the guide took us to several photo spots.
The views were so magnificent that I couldn't help but exclaim in awe.
The guide also took photos for us and suggested various poses, capturing some creative shots!

At this point, it was extremely cold.
Hats, earmuffs, and gloves are essential.
The jacket provided was thick and warm.

There are portable toilets near the summit, so as long as you can hold out from the visitor center to the summit (which takes a little over an hour), you don't have to worry about restroom breaks.

Before we knew it, the sun set, revealing a breathtaking view that words cannot describe.
The scenery changed so beautifully that I couldn't take my eyes off it for even a second.

After the sun went down, we headed to the stargazing point.
Here, we were served warm cocoa.

We then joined another tour group, and their guide mainly led the stargazing.
This guide was fluent in Japanese and explained all the constellations in Japanese.

While they were explaining, I realized that the sky was filled with countless stars.
We even observed the eruption of Kilauea volcano in the distance between the stars.

I was surprised to learn that what I thought was a star moving strangely was actually a satellite.

Finally, the guide took group photos with a DSLR camera for each group.
The photos, which couldn't be captured with a smartphone, were breathtakingly beautiful and became the perfect proof of my existence in this stunning scenery.

After that, we headed back.
We took a restroom break along the way and returned to Queens Market around 10 PM.
I regret not being able to e

本当は山頂日の出ツアーに参加したかったのですが、旅行のスケジュールが合わなかったため夕日ツアーに申し込みました。

結果、大満足のツアーでした！

◾️ガイドさんについて
英語ガイドということで不安でしたが、ガイドさんは時折重要な項目は翻訳機能を使いながら一生懸命日本語で説明してくださいました。
…と言ってもほとんど英語なので道中はほぼチンプンカンプンです（笑）

しかしながら、ガイドさんのお人柄がとってもよく、常に気遣っていただき居心地良くツアーを楽しむことができました。

ツアーの前日に我々はコナからヒロにレンタカーで移動したのですが、今回のツアーでも通る道を走ったところ、突然の大雨や目の前が全く見えなくなるほどの濃霧に見舞われ、非常に怖い道中でした。

しかしガイドさんは運転に慣れていらっしゃるので同じような気象条件でもスムーズに運転してくださり、安心して乗車することができました。
心強かったです。

◾️ツアーの流れ
クイーンズマーケットから乗車したのですが、集合場所は一見わかりにくかったです。
シャトルバス乗り場、とありましたが特にバスの看板もなかったような気がします。

近くのショップ名が案内にありましたが閉業していたようで？、参考になりませんでした。

なんとなくバスが乗り入れられそうなエリアがあったのですが、そこにツアー参加者と思しき方々が集まっておられたので(他社ツアー含む)、なんとなく待っていたらバスが到着して安心しました。

一緒に参加する方々は10名ほど。
様々な国籍の方がいらっしゃいました。

あっという間に標高が上がって行きますが、道中ガイドさんが何度も深呼吸を促してくださいました。
その後オニヅカビジターセンターで休憩しますが、ここでBLTサンドとお水をいただきます。
とっで美味しいサンドでした！

この時点で気温はぐっと下がっていますが、真冬のような寒さではありません。

このビジターセンターを出ると、一気にオフロードになり、ガタガタとした揺れが激しくなってきます。
乗り物酔いをしやすい方は薬を持って行った方がいいかもしれません。
さらにかなり標高が高いため、少し息苦しさも感じたように思います。

しかし周りの景色があまりにも美しく、具合が悪くなっていく余裕すらなかったです。
日本では決してみることのできない、むしろ地球を飛び出して宇宙の別の惑星に降り立ったかのような景色でした。

頂上付近に差し掛かると、写真撮影スポットに何ヶ所か案内していただきます。
思わず歓声を上げてしまうほど壮大な景色でした。
ガイドさんも写真を撮ってくださいますし、さまざまなポーズを提案してくれてアイデアに溢れたショットも撮っていただくことができました！

この辺りからは極寒です。
帽子や耳当て、手袋は必須になります。
貸し出してくださったジャケットは厚手で暖かかったです。

頂上付近には仮設トイレがありますので、ビジターセンターから頂上まで耐えれば(1時間ちょっとくらい？)トイレの心配はありません。

あっという間に日が沈み、言葉では言い表せないほどの絶景が広がります。
1秒も目が離せないほど美しい景色が移ろいでいきました。

日が沈むと少し降って星空観測ポイントに行きます。
こちらでは温かいココアを振る舞ってくださいました。

そして別のツアーグループと合流して、そちらのガイドさんが主に星空をガイドしてくださいました。
この方は日本語がお上手で、星座の名前も全て日本語で説明してくださいました。

説明していただいている間に、気づけば満点の星空が広がっていました。
さらに星空の合間にキラウエア火山の噴火を遠くに観測することも。

奇妙な動きをしている星があるかと思えば、人工衛星だと教えていただき非常に驚きました。

最後はガイドさんのカメラでグループごとに一眼レフカメラで写真を撮っていただきます。
スマホでは撮ることのできないその写真が、息をのむほど美しく、この絶景に自分が存在していることを証明してくれる最高の一枚となりました。

その後帰路に着きます。
途中でトイレ休憩を挟み、22時くらいにクイーンズマーケットに戻りました。
英語が堪能ではないのでうまくガイドさんに感謝を伝えられなかったのが心残りです。

短いハワイ島滞在でしたが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。
映像や写真では感じることのできない自然の壮大なパワーを感じ、本当に感動しました。

貴重な体験をありがとうございました。

It was a mountain climbing tour that will remain in my memories for a lifetime. What impressed me the most was the breathtaking starry sky that filled the night. The view was so beautiful that it left me speechless, as if I had been thrown into the universe.

Additionally, near the summit, the thin air made me acutely aware of the dangers of altitude sickness. For the first time, I experienced the sensation of not having enough oxygen, which made me feel a bit of danger. However, the tour guide's response was excellent, and thanks to their accurate advice, I was able to get through it without any issues.

一生の思い出に残る登山ツアーでした。何より感動したのは、夜空を埋め尽くす満天の星空です。まるで宇宙に放り出されたような絶景は、言葉を失うほどの美しさでした。
また、山頂付近では酸素が薄く、高山病の恐ろしさを身をもって痛感しました。酸素が足りてない感覚を初めて味わい、少々身の危険を感じましたが、ツアーガイドの対応が素晴らしく、的確なアドバイスのおかげで事なきを得ました。

I had heard that the tour would be conducted in English, but the guide was also fluent in Japanese and explained the important parts of the tour and announcements in Japanese as well. I felt a bit unwell at the summit, but during that time, they provided attentive care and engaged each guest with topics tailored to their personalities during the free time. I was able to enjoy the tour with great peace of mind.

英語でのツアー催行と聞いていましたが、ガイドさんは日本語も流暢で、ガイドやアナウンスの重要な部分は日本語でも解説してくれました。
私は山頂で少し体調を崩してしまいましたが、その時は手厚くケアしてくれたり、空いた時間にはお客さん一人一人のパーソナリティに合わせた話題を振ってくれて、とても安心してツアーを楽しむことができました。

The sunset and starry sky might not be fresh for those who come here, but let's enjoy the extraordinary view! It was amazing! The BLT sandwich had crispy bacon, and it was delicious. During the starry sky, the temperature was 2-4°C, and the cocoa was comforting! There was an English guide, and everyone in the group was fine with English, but I gave a little extra tip to the guide who made an effort to sprinkle in some Japanese here and there. ^_^

夕陽に星空ってここに来る人はもう新鮮では無いかもしれませんが桁違いの眺望を楽しみましょう！
最高でした！
BLTサンドも耳にベーコンがカリカリ、美味しかったですし、星空の頃は2-4℃、ココアが沁みました！
英語ガイドとありましたが乗り合いも含め皆英語が大丈夫なメンバーでしたが端々に日本語を散りばめて頑張ってくれたガイドさんに多めにチップはずみました^_^

It was a wonderful moment.

The path to the summit was cloudy, but near the top, the weather was clear.

The sunset viewed from the summit of Mauna Kea was beautiful, and I was able to take many commemorative photos.

The BLT we had was also delicious.

For stargazing, there was only about an hour from sunset to moonrise, and I was worried about whether we would be able to see the stars, but they were visible without any issues. During the observation, we received explanations about the constellations and were able to take more photos.

There is a gift shop at the visitor center on the way to the summit.

とても素敵なひと時でした。
山頂までの道中は曇ってましたが、山頂近くは晴天が広がっていました。
マウナケア山頂から見た夕日は綺麗で、記念撮影を何枚も撮ってもらえました。
いただいたBLTも美味しかったです。
星空観測は、サンセットから月の出まで1時間ほどしか無く星が見えるか不安でしたが、それでも問題無く見えて、観測中は星座の解説と、再び写真撮影をしてもらえました。
山頂に行く途中のビジターセンターには、ギフトショップがあります。

Although there were clouds and I couldn't see the scenery below, the view of the sunset sinking into the sea of clouds with the multiple observatories at the summit was quite nice in its own way. I was looking forward to stargazing, but it was a bit disappointing because the moon was too bright. Still, I was glad to see Orion, the Big Dipper, and even some satellites.

雲があって下界の様子は見えませんでしたが、山頂に複数ある天文台と雲海に沈む日没の景色はそれはそれで良かったです。
楽しみにしていた星空観察は、月が明るすぎてやや残念でした。それでもオリオン座や北斗七星の他、人工衛星も見れて良かったです。

It was written at the time of booking that there would be no Japanese guide, but the very kind Matsuo (Chris) guided us in Japanese and took us along. The fog was so thick that we couldn't reach the summit for a while and had to wait at the Onizuka Visitor Center. However, once we got the go-ahead to head to the top, we faced incredible wind and cold ❄️. I borrowed a jacket, ski pants, and gloves 🧤, and somehow managed to enjoy the beautiful sunset! I was also happy that they took many photos for us❣️ After descending to 3,700 meters, we started stargazing 🔭. On that day, the moon was shining so brightly that there were fewer stars to see 💦, but we were able to spot shooting stars and satellites, and enjoyed delicious sweet cocoa, which made me very satisfied. It was truly fun to come with my husband's parents and my mother, a total of five of us 😌.

日本語ガイドさんは居ないと予約時点で書いてあったのですが、とっても優しい松尾さん(クリスさん)がしっかり日本語でガイドして連れて行って下さいました。霧がすごくて、なかなか頂上に上がれずオニヅカビジターセンターで待機。だけどGOが出て頂上まで上がると、とんでもない風と寒さ❄️ジャケットとスキーパンツと手袋も借りて🧤なんとか綺麗なサンセットを堪能できました！たくさん写真も撮って下さり嬉しかったです❣️3700メートルに降りて星空観測🔭スタート。この日は月が大きく輝きすぎて星は少なめ💦だけど流れ星も人口衛星も見れて美味しい甘いココアも頂いて大満足でした。主人の両親と私の母と5人で来れて本当に楽しかったです😌

Waiting for the sunset was a sacred moment. It was a shame that stargazing wasn't great since it was close to a full moon. I want to try again. The cocoa after seeing the moon was delicious!

サンセットを待つひと時は神聖な瞬間でした。
満月に近かったので星空観測が今ひとつだったのが残念。
又リベンジしたいです。
月を見た後のココア美味しかった！

Meixai was very fun & knowledgeable.
Bummed we missed the eruption by just over a day, but that's nature.
Saw many craters & went in a Lava tube.
Again nature thwarted us for the stargazing as the moon was too bright.

This tour was great fun. The off-roading was excellent and the views absolutely beautiful. The guides were funny and full of interesting Hawaii facts/information. My kids also had a great time and said this was their favorite tour.

It was an unexpected private event, and the weather was perfect, making it absolutely amazing! The starry sky was stunning, and I was so moved like never before! I would love to participate again if I have the chance! Big Mahalo~ 🤘🤟

まさかの貸切で天候にも恵まれ文句なしで最高でした！
星空も満点でこんなに感動したのは初めてでした！
また機会があれば参加したいです！
ビッグマハロ〜🤘🤟

I was taken care of by the guide, Shoutarou. He explained everything alternately in English and Japanese, which made it very easy to understand and I felt安心して参加できました😊. The reservation date was canceled due to bad weather, but when I contacted them, they were able to change it to the next day. I wanted to go to Mauna Kea, so I was very grateful for their対応!!

ガイドのショウタロウさんにお世話になりました。
英語と日本語で交互に説明をしていただき、とてもわかりやすく安心して参加できました😊
予約日は天候不良で中止になってしまったのですが、連絡をしたら次の日に変更していただけました。
マウナケアに行きたくてハワイ島へ行ったので、とてもありがたい対応でした！！

Although I was able to reach the summit of Mauna Kea, unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate, and I was unable to see the sunset or the starry sky. I appreciated that they offered a partial refund when both were not visible.

Even though I couldn't see either, the guide was supposed to explain in English but provided explanations in Japanese instead, and the guidance at the summit was consistently polite and enjoyable. During the restroom break on the way back, they mentioned that we might see some stars, and I was delighted to catch a glimpse of a few through the clouds.

It was such a good tour that I would like to choose a day with better weather and participate in the tour again next time.

マウナケア山頂には行けたものの、残念ながら天候に恵まれずサンセット、星空観測ともに見れませんでした。
両方とも見れない場合は一部料金の払い戻しをしていただけるのはありがたかったです。

両方ともは見えませんでしたが、ガイドの方は英語での説明予定だったのに日本語で説明してくれましたし、山頂での説明や案内も終始丁寧で楽しめました。
帰路のトイレ休憩の際に星が見えるかもと教えてくれて雲間から少し星が見えたりしてフォローが嬉しかったです。

次回は天気がいい日を選んで再度ツアーを参加したいと思えるぐらいいいツアーでした。

This trip was very enjoyable, we got to learn about all the volcanoes and various other attractions. And see some amazing sights, including telescopes and sunsets!

Although it was an English tour, the guide spoke Japanese and provided explanations in both English and Japanese, which made it easy to understand and was great. They also took many beautiful photos for us.

英語ツアーと言う事でしたが、日本語を話せるガイドさんで、英語と日本語で説明して下さり、わかりやすくて良かったです。綺麗な写真も沢山撮って頂きました。

I can say enough good things about this experience! Everything about it!

It was my first horseback riding experience, and it was an incredibly fun time. We started with a thorough lecture on horseback riding, including how to get on and off the horse and how to handle the reins. I was amazed at how quickly I could control my horse after riding!

We lined up and trotted along, crossing fields and hills until we reached the entrance of a waterfall, where we dismounted and went down some stairs to a cottage by the waterfall. Unfortunately, due to a recent storm, the wild waterfall was flowing with cold brown water! We quickly gave up on playing in the water.

We spent about 30 minutes at the riverside cottage eating snacks and our lunch before riding back. On the way back, we felt the roundness of the Earth from a hill that was different from the way there, passing through a cattle ranch. I was surprised to see the horses munching on banana leaves along the way. A little dog named Kizumo accompanied us cutely, which was very soothing.

There were three of us participating (a couple in their 50s and an 8-year-old), and this became the best memory of our trip to the Big Island. It's not accessible without a rental car, but I definitely want to recommend it to my friends. I also want to thank our experienced instructors, Lee and Jamie. Thank you very much! ^_^

初の乗馬体験でしたが最高に楽しい体験ができました。
最初にしっかりと乗馬のレクチャーがあり、
馬への乗り方おり方、手綱の操作の仕方などなど。乗馬した後に自分の馬をすぐコントロールできたのは感動もの！
一列に並んでトコトコと、野を超え丘をこえ滝入り口で一旦馬から降り階段を降りて滝のほとりのコテージへ。。残念ながら最近のストームでワイルドな滝のたもとは茶色の冷たい水！ざっと入ってすぐ水遊びは断念。
３０分位川辺のコテージで手持ちのお菓子やお弁当を食べて再び乗馬して帰路へ。行きとは違った地球の丸さを感じられる丘からウシ牧場を抜けて戻ります。途中、馬たちがバナナの葉っぱをバリバリ食べたのにはびっくり。道中、小犬のキズモが可愛く付き添うのにも癒されます。親子3人（50代夫婦と８歳児）参加でしたが今回のビックアイランドの１番の思い出になりました。レンタカーがないとアクセスできないのですが、ぜひ友人にも勧めたいとおもいます。経験豊富なインストラクターのリーさんとジェイミーさんお二人にも感謝です。ありがとうございました^_^

Seeing the sun set above the cloud line is a once in a lifetime experience. Our guide, Fernando, made the night that much more enjoyable with the knowledge (and parkas) he shared. After the spectacular sun set we went further down the mountain to star gaze. The telescope he had was amazing, and it was super cool to see so many, and different, stars we see at home. This was a 10 out of 10 experience and I would highly recommend it..

The view of the sea of clouds and sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was breathtaking. On the way there, I was caught in the rain and felt a bit anxious, but once I broke through the clouds, a clear sky opened up, and I was moved by the beautiful mountains and sky! Not only at the summit, but we also stopped by the observatory to take photos, allowing us to capture many great shots. As we got closer to the top, the air became thinner, but I felt reassured as they always checked on my condition! Along the way, they also shared many recommended spots on the Big Island! I definitely want to recommend this experience!

マウナケア山の頂上から見る雲海とサンセットは、息を呑む大絶景でした。
向かっている途中は雨に降られ、少し不安な気持ちになりましたが、雲を抜けると澄み切った空が広がっていて、美しい山と空に感動しました！
山頂だけでなく、天文台のそばで車を停めて写真タイムをとってくださり、たくさんの写真を撮れました◎
頂上に近づくにつれて空気が薄くなりますが、常に体調を気にかけていただき心強かったです！
道中ではハワイ島のおすすめスポットもたくさん教えていただきました！！
ぜひおすすめしたいです◎

Wonderful ride and day! Patricia and Kaleo guided us through a beautiful ranch!! Great horses! Jack & Liz

My friend and I had a great time. Ronson was great knew all about the ranch and the habitat. I loved the ponds with fish to use for fertilizer. The ocean view was awesome and we did a couple whales. Thanks so much for a great ride.

I loved this zipline experience! I took a friend with me, and we had such an amazing time. The instructors were so funny and down to earth. Amazing views over the waterfall.

I was with James as a tour guide on our tour he was very friendly and responsive.
There was another group with the same company and Their guide was Wes. Both guys made everything easy, enjoyable and pleasant all through the tour. The hot coco we had while stargazing was sooo appreciated and nice touch.
Thanks to all.

Very professional and entertaining guide.
Interesting commentary on the way to the top.
Don’t miss it.

The forecast was cloudy, but I was very satisfied to see both the sunset and a sky full of stars! The starry sky was especially beautiful, and I could even see the Pleiades! They lent us warm clothing, so we were able to enjoy it while staying warm!

曇りの予報でしたが、日の入りも満天の星も見られて大満足でした！星空が特に綺麗ですばるまで目視できました！
防寒着を貸してくれるので寒さも凌ぎながら楽しめました！

The local tour guide was American and provided a thorough explanation. It was very cold at the summit, but I was able to endure the cold thanks to the warm clothing and gloves they lent me. The scene of the sunset, the starry sky, and the moment the moon appeared were truly moving.

現地ツアーガイドさんはアメリカ人でしたが丁寧に説明していただきました、山頂は非常に寒いですが上下の防寒着、手袋を貸していただいたので何とか寒さをしのぐことができました。
日が沈むシーン、星空、月が出る瞬間は感動です。

I was really worried whether the bus would actually come since I applied from Japan, but it arrived on time, and the explanation in Japanese was very clear, which was great. I was concerned about being on the bus for a long time, but it didn't shake much, and I had a lot of fun. The sunset was also wonderful, and I was moved by the many stars I saw for the first time. Thank you very much.

日本から申し込んだので本当にバスが来てくれるのか不安でしたが、
時間通りに来てくださり、日本語でわかりやすく説明してくださったので良かったです。
長い時間バスに乗るので心配でしたが、さほど揺れることなくとても楽しかったです。
夕日も素晴らしいかったし、
初めてみるたくさんの星に感動しました。
ありがとうございました。