Reviewed by: NLG
Guides provided such a memorable experience and a unique way to see Waipio Valley.
Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Morning Ride |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Kevin
We went to Umauma Falls Zipline last week and had a blast! Although it nearly rained the entire time, the crew were nothing but the best! Always laughing, making us laugh, and allowing us enjoy the amazing beauty of the falls. You have to do the 9-line to get the best experience! Definitely recommend for anyone on the Hilo side!
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| Packages: | 9-Line Zipline Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/14 |
Reviewed by: トビー
We participated as a family of four. Our family was the only group on the tour, and we had one female guide with us. After preparing the saddles, we received instructions on how to ride and handle the horses. Everything was in English, but as long as you closely follow the guide's movements, you'll be fine! The handling instructions were just four basic commands: "go," "stop," "right," and "left," so it wasn't difficult.
And finally, we set off! Along the way, we even challenged ourselves to a canter while climbing up the vast ranch towards the mountains, and when we looked back, the stunning view of the Kohala Coast came into sight. It was a wonderful view, and I'm sure you can enjoy a refreshing feeling.
All the horses are well-trained and safe, but each horse has its own personality. The horse I rode seemed to dislike mud and chose to walk on dry ground, even if it meant staying away from the other horses. In contrast, the horse my wife rode seemed to love water and splashed right into the puddles. While we experienced a bit of the difficulty in controlling the horses, it was a fun time. I highly recommend that everyone try this experience!
[Additional Note]
The wind from the mountains felt cold, so even if it's sunny, I think it's better to borrow a jacket. Also, the horses will walk through puddles and muddy areas, so your shoes might get wet or dirty, so it's advisable to borrow boots as well. Both are available for free.
家族4人で参加しました。ツアー参加者は私たち家族のみ。ガイド役の女性が一人付いてくれました。鞍の装着などの準備が整い、次に馬の乗り方や扱い方の説明を受けました。全て英語ですが、ガイドさんの動きをよく見てその通りにすれば大丈夫! 馬の扱い方といっても『進め』『止まれ』『右に』『左に』という4つの基本的な動きの伝え方だけなので難しくありませんでした。
そしていよいよ出発です。途中、駆け足にも挑戦しながら広大な牧場を山の方に向かってどんどん登っていき、振り返るとコハラコーストの絶景が目に飛び込んできました。素晴らしい眺めです。爽快な気分が味わえるはずです。
どの馬もよく調教されていて危なくはありませんが、各々の馬に個性があります。私が乗った馬は「ぬかるみ」が嫌いらしく、他の馬から離れてでも乾いたところを選んで歩きました。と思えば妻が乗った馬は水に入るのが好きなようで水たまりにジャブジャブと入ります。思い通りに動かす難しさを少々味わいながらも楽しい時間でした。皆さんもぜひ体験してください!
【追記】
山からの風は冷たく感じましたので晴れていてもジャケットは借りたほうがいいと思います。また、水たまりやぬかるんだところを馬が進みます。靴が濡れたり汚れたりすることもあるかもしれませんのでブーツも借りたほうがいいと思います。いずれも無料でお借りできます。
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| Packages: | 2.5時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/03 |
Reviewed by: な~さん
The summit of Mauna Kea was cold at minus 2 degrees with strong winds, and I didn't have the luxury to take photos. I experienced mild altitude sickness and felt a bit unsteady, followed by a headache later, but I was able to enjoy the experience until the end. (There were three portable toilets at the summit, but no tissues.)
By the way, the stars were amazing!! I will never forget this experience and will definitely participate again.
Lastly, the miso soup in the bento was incredibly delicious. I bought stickers and playing cards as souvenirs at the Onizuka Visitor Center. Thank you for your hospitality. Thank you very much.
マウナケア山頂はマイナス2度の強風で寒くて写真を撮りたくてもそんな余裕がありませんでした。軽い高山病か足元ふらふらで後から頭痛がしてきましたが無事に最後までたのしく終わる事が出来ました。(山頂には簡易トイレが3つありました。ティッシュ無し。)
ちなみに星が凄い!!一生忘れる事はないでしょうまた必ず参加します。
最後にお弁当のお味噌汁が凄い美味しかったです。自分のお土産にオニヅカビジターセンターでスッテカーとトランプを買いました。
お世話になりました。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/29 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好きシニアカップル
The most moving experience among my past tour experiences.
1. Visiting the observation deck with the Subaru telescope at the summit of Mauna Kea.
2. Experiencing the freezing cold of minus 10 degrees Celsius at an altitude of 4000 meters in Hawaii.
3. Being moved by the sunset at the highest point over the Pacific Ocean.
4. Being overwhelmed by the starry sky at an altitude of 3000 meters.
I was truly impressed by Shin's talk and constellation explanations as a tour professional. Thank you very much.
過去のツアー体験の中で一番の感動体験。
①マウナケア山頂のスバル望遠鏡が設置された展望台を訪れた事・
②標高4000mの氷点下10度の寒さをハワイで体験できた事。
③太平洋上での最高地点でのサンセットに感動。
④標高3000m地点での満天の星空に圧倒された。
ツアー案内のShinさんのトークと星座説明は、さすがツアープロ
としての姿に感銘を受けました。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/28 |
Reviewed by: かずひさ
Unfortunately, we couldn't reach the summit due to an unexpected wildfire...
However, our guide Ishikawa-san worked hard to find a spot where we could see the stars, and I was really grateful for that!
If I have the chance, I definitely want to go to the summit next time!
まさかの山火事で山頂にあがれませんでした…
でもガイドのイシカワさんが一生懸命に星の見えるところとか探してくれてありがたかったです!
もし機会があったら次こそは山頂に行きたいです!
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Travelooza
We enjoyed it a lot. We wish we had gone earlier in our trip so we would’ve had the opportunity to build other activities around what we saw on this trip. James runs this business on his own and he does a lot of research and individualizes each trip to the current conditions of the atmosphere and weather. The photos he took of us were amazing. I could see couples booking this for engagement, honeymoon or anniversary photos. The star gazing was the highlight. We see stars from our house very well but it doesn’t even compare to the clarity of the sky at that altitude. I would definitely recommend this excursion.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/26 |
Reviewed by: ponchan
I was initially anxious about going to a mountain higher than Mount Fuji, but gradually acclimating my body and the fun guidance from Shin made it possible for me to reach the summit safely. At the top, I experienced the sun sinking into the clouds, the gradient after sunset, and a series of first-time experiences. After the sunset, we went stargazing at a location chosen based on the outside temperature and the night sky conditions. The moment I got out of the van, countless stars welcomed me. It was completely different from any night sky I had seen before. It was extremely cold, but the experience was so incredible that I forgot about the chill. Additionally, the photos taken by the guides are available for free download, which is great for capturing those challenging night sky shots. The miso soup in the bento was absolutely delicious!
富士山よりも高い山に行くことがまず不安でしたが、徐々に身体を慣らしていく行程、ガイドのShinさんの楽しいガイドもあって無事に山頂まで行くことができました。山頂では雲に沈む太陽、太陽が沈んだ後のグラデーションと初体験の連続。サンセットの後は外気温とその日の夜空の状況を考慮した星空観測場所での星空観測。バンから降りた瞬間、無数の星たちがお出迎え。今まで見てきた夜空とは全くの別物でした。とーっても寒かったけど、そんな寒さも忘れられるくらいの体験ができました。また、ガイドのみなさんが撮影してくれた写真も無料でダウンロードできるので難しい星空写真も手に入るのもいいですね。お弁当のお味噌汁は最高におしかったです!
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/28 |
Reviewed by: ikuちゃん
I was worried about various things like whether it would be hard to breathe, if it was too cold, and if I would feel sick from altitude sickness. I also wondered about the restroom situation, but everything was totally fine. The driver skillfully explained the precautions, and there was a restroom at the summit. It seems that the Milky Way is hard to see in winter, so I couldn't see it as much as I had hoped, but the starry sky was absolutely stunning. I was moved to see artificial satellites.
息苦しくないか?寒すぎるのではないか?高山病で気分が悪くならないか?
トイレはどうする?など色々心配しながら参加しましたが、全然大丈夫でした。ドライバーが上手に注意事項を教えてくれますし、山頂にトイレもありました。冬は天の川が見えにくいらしくて、期待していたほど天の川は観れませんでしたが、満天の星空でした。人工衛星が観れたのは感動でした。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Atlanta Couple
Let me start off by saying I had a pretty low expectation for the meals when I saw they were included. The food was really great—chef made lunch and delicious beef ribs at dinner. I’m still dreaming about them. That alone provides so much value for the price.
Now, onto the tour—Keith was an amazing tour guide! He started off by learning and continually speaking to each of us individually by name. He had the greatest stories at AND between each tour stop. We really enjoyed the tour from start to finish and almost forgot how long of a day it was! And for the stargazing, we lucked out with a beautiful clear sky and Keith was knowledgeable about not only the stars we were seeing, but so much beyond that!
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| Packages: | Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/01 |
Reviewed by: myuu
I was able to go to Mauna Kea at the best timing right after the new moon. I felt nature with my whole body, absorbed its power, and it became a wonderful start to 2019. The talk by our guide Matsuzaki, which added a special touch to the memories, was also fantastic. The tour was very well organized, with miso soup included with the bento and a jacket provided... I highly recommend it.
新月すぐ後のベストなタイミングで、マウナケアに行くことができました。自然を全身で感じ、パワーを吸収でき、素晴らしい2019年の幕開けになりました。
思い出に一花を添えるガイド松崎さんのトークも最高でした。お弁当に添えられたお味噌汁に、ジャケットに…と、至れり尽くせりのツアー、オススメです。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/07 |
Reviewed by: C D
James was a very knowledgeable and chill guide. He also takes amazing pictures! This is a really unique tour that you can't find elsewhere. Definitely recommend for those who visit the big island.
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| Packages: | Waterfalls, Lava Cave & Stargazing |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Yuhee
The guide was very knowledgeable in many areas, making it a fun activity. From the care provided by the guide on the way to the summit to the commemorative photos taken at the top, they paid close attention to detail. They also prepared props, allowing us to take many fun and beautiful pictures. The stargazing coincided with a total lunar eclipse, and with an easy-to-understand guide under a wonderful starry sky, it was very enjoyable.
ガイドの方がとても多方面に詳しく、楽しいアクティビティになりました。
山頂までのガイドさんのケアから、山頂での記念撮影に至るまで、細やかに気を配っていただきました。
小道具なども準備してくださっていて、とっても楽しい写真や綺麗な写真がたくさん撮れました。
天体観測もたまたま皆既月食に当たったこともあり、素晴らしい星空の下、分かりやすいガイドがつき、とても楽しかったです。
Dear Yuhee,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour. The props we introduced this year have been very well received. As it became a buzzword in 2018, you can easily take Instagram-worthy photos. I'm delighted that you were able to enjoy the total lunar eclipse during the tour. Your smiles come to mind. Stargazing with a guide is truly enjoyable, and I love it as well.
If you ever visit the Big Island again, we would be thrilled if you could join our tour. All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your return to the island.
Nature School
Rena
Yuhee様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございます。
小道具は、今年から取り入れた新しいサービスでして、大変ご好評いただいております。
2018年の流行語になったように、インスタ映えするお写真をお手軽に取っていただけます。
皆既月食もお楽しみ頂けたツアーとなり、大変喜ばしい限りです。皆様の笑顔が浮かびます。
ガイド付きの星空観測は本当に楽しくて、私も大好きです。
是非、ハワイ島へまた遊びにいらっしゃる際は、是非弊社のツアーへご参加頂ければと存じます。
スタッフ一同Yuhee様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
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/20 |
Reviewed by: ダカオ
It was a great day with favorable conditions, not just in terms of the weather, but also the sunset and moonrise times. We participated as two men who came for work, but I believe it would be perfect for couples or partners. As for concerns about altitude sickness, since we drove to the summit and took our time to acclimatize, I felt a bit uncomfortable when we descended, but moving slowly was not a problem. Next time, I would like to participate with my family. I think it would be even better if it were a little cheaper (laughs).
天候だけでなく、日の入りの時間、月の出る時間など、条件に恵まれたいい日でした。我々は仕事で来た男二人での参加でしたが、夫婦・恋人での参加は間違いなしと思います☆ 高山病の心配については、車での登頂かつ酸素順応の時間もゆっくり取っていただいたためか、降りた時に違和感はありましたが、ゆっくり動けば問題なしでした。今度は家族で参加したいと思います。もう少し安ければなお良いと思います(笑)
Dear Dakao,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Sunset and Stargazing Tour. We are glad you were able to join us on a day blessed with favorable moon phases and weather.
As you mentioned, this tour is popular not only among friends but also with honeymooners and close-knit couples. In fact, there have been instances where proposals have taken place at the summit, which is higher than Mount Fuji!
We hope that when you visit the Big Island again, you will bring your loved ones along to join us. Please do come back and visit us again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
Rena
ダカオ様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
月齢や天候に恵まれたツアー日にご参加頂けて何よりです。
ダカオ様のおっしゃる通り、お友達同士でのご参加に限らず、ハネムーナー様や仲良し熟年夫婦のお客様にも多くご利用いただいてるツアーでして、中には富士山より高い山頂にて、プロポーズされる方もいらっしゃいます!
是非またハワイ島へお越し頂く際は、大切な方も一緒にご参加頂ければと存じます。
是非、また遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャースクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/22 |
Reviewed by: tmiyuバーバ
I participated with some anxiety, wondering if it would be okay since I had never climbed Mount Fuji, which is even taller, but it was really great.
富士山も登ったことがないのにそれ以上の高さなので大丈夫かなと不安を持ちつつ参加させて貰いましたがとっても良かったです
Dear Barbara,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. The view from the summit of Mauna Kea is truly breathtaking and has been selected as one of the world's scenic spots. The scenery from the summit of Mauna Kea changes every day, so we hope you will come back to the Big Island and join us for the Mauna Kea stargazing and sunrise tour next time.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit.
Nature School
Tomoe
バーバ様
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す。
マウナケア山頂からの景色はまさに絶景で世界の絶景シリーズにも選ばれています。
マウナケア山頂からの景色は毎日違いますので次回も是非ハワイ島にお越し頂きましてマウナケア星と日の出ツアーにもご参加くださいませ。
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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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/09 |
Reviewed by: りちお
The sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea was truly wonderful with the changing colors of the setting sun. Additionally, during the stargazing, I was moved to see the Milky Way, numerous stars, and even artificial satellites flying by. This year, I was also able to take a photo of the lava from Kilauea volcano reflecting red in the clouds, which was fantastic. If you visit the Big Island, I definitely recommend stargazing.
マウナケア山頂でのサンセットは太陽の沈む色の変化がとても素晴らしかった。また、星空観測ではミルキーウェイ、数々の星、人工衛星が飛んでいるのも見れて感動しました。今年はキラウエア火山の溶岩が雲に反射して赤くなっている写真も撮っていただきとても良かったです。ハワイ島を訪れたら星空観測はぜったいおすすめします。
Dear Richio,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour. In July, you were able to witness the beautifully colored sky of Fisher 8, which can no longer be seen now, making it a timely tour. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the stargazing experience.
As you mentioned, we hope you can fully appreciate this beautiful night sky when you visit the Big Island again. I believe Mauna Kea is ideal for stargazing, as observatories are established from various countries.
We hope you will visit the Big Island again. We sincerely look forward to your return.
Nature School
Lena
りちお様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空ツアーへご参加頂き誠にありがとうございます。
ご参加頂いた7月は、今ではもう見られないフィッシャー8の赤く染まった空がマウナケアよりご確認いただけるなど、タイムリーなツアーになったかと存じます。
星空観測もお楽しみいただき大変嬉しく思います。
りちお様のおっしゃる通り、ハワイ島へお越しの際は是非、この美しい星空をご堪能頂ければ幸いです。
マウナケアは各国から天文台が作られるように、星空観測に最適だといえると思います。
是非またハワイ島へお越しください。
りちお様のまたのご来島を、心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャースクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/13 |
Reviewed by: おきがる
Due to road freezing, we were unable to reach the summit. Before the tour started, I inquired about the possibility of not being able to climb, and I was informed that there would be no cancellation fee if we canceled before the tour began, and if we couldn't climb even after starting, we would receive a coupon for the same tour. I decided to take the chance and go on the tour, but we had to turn back at the visitor center. I was satisfied with the stargazing and photography, which were conducted by experts.
道路凍結のため、山頂には、行けませんでした。ツアー開始前に登れない可能性を伺い、ツアー開始前ならキャンセル料無料である旨と開始しても登れなかった場合、同一ツアーのクーポンを貰えるとの話を頂きました。可能性にかけてツアーに行ったのですが、ビジターセンターで引き返す事となりました。星空観察と写真撮影は、専門家にしていただいたので満足しました。
Dear Okigaru,
Hello, this is Sumire from Nature School. Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunrise and Stargazing Tour. We are truly sorry to hear that you were unable to reach the summit, but we are glad to know that you enjoyed the stargazing! We are also delighted that you were satisfied with the photos. Our free photo download service, featuring images taken by our professional guides, has received positive feedback from all participants.
Natural phenomena can be unpredictable and challenging, but our Nature School staff is constantly striving to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable experience, regardless of the circumstances. Hawaii Island still has so much to offer, so we hope you will visit us again if the opportunity arises. We would love to see you attempt the summit again!
We look forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
Sumire
おきがる様
こんにちは、ネイチャースクールのすみれです。
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂日の出と星空観測ツアーにご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
山頂に登れなかったとのことで、誠に残念ではございましたが、星空観測はお楽しみ頂けたようで良かったです!
お写真もご満足頂けて嬉しい限りでございます。写真の技術もプロ並みのガイドが撮影するお写真の無料ダウンロードサービスは
ご参加頂いた皆様にご好評いただいております。
自然現象は確実な予測も出来ずなかなか難しいところがございますが、どんな状況でも皆様にお楽しみ頂けるよう、
ネイチャースクールスタッフ一同日々試行錯誤をしております。
まだまだハワイ島は魅力がいっぱいですので、また機会がございましたらご来島くださいませ。
山頂リベンジも是非!!
心よりお待ち申し上げております。
ネイチャースクール
すみれ
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| Packages: | 【10日前までのお申込みで無料特典】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/26 |
Reviewed by: BENRINMAMA
Four years ago, I went to the summit of Mauna Kea, but due to bad weather, I could only make it to the Onizuka Visitor Center. I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be perfectly clear, and the sunset was amazing. I took a lot of photos, and they lent me some props for the shoot, which made for some fun pictures. The tour guide encouraged everyone to take photos, and later I received the data. Both the sunset and the starry sky photos turned out beautifully, creating wonderful memories. Thank you for your help!
4年前にマウナケア山頂をしたのですが、天候が悪くオニズカビジターセンターまでしか行けなかったので天気の心配がありましたが、ずっと快晴で文句なしのサンセットでした。 写真をたくさん撮っていただき、撮影小物も貸していただき楽しい写真になりました。 ツアー客みんなに写真の声掛けをして下さり、後にデータをいただきましたが、サンセットも星空の写真もとても綺麗に映っていていい思い出となりました。 お世話になりました!
Dear BENRINMAMA,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour. This year, we have incorporated handmade photography props, making the tour even more enjoyable. We are very pleased to hear that you were satisfied with your experience.
We were also fortunate with the weather this time, allowing for a successful redemption from your last visit, which is a relief.
Please do come back to the Big Island again. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Nature School
Rena
BENRINMAMA様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
今年より、お手製の撮影小物をと入り入れ、さらに楽しいツアーへと進化いたしました。
BENRINMAMA様にもご満足頂きました事、大変うれしく思います。
今回はお天気にも恵まれ、前回のリベンジとなりまして、ほっと致しました。
また是非ハワイ島へ遊びにいらしてください。
BENRINMAMA様のまたのご来島を心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャスクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/02 |
Reviewed by: DAO
This is one of the few zip lines that can be participated in by preschoolers. There were courses where children can slide alone and courses for tandem sliding. I think even beginners can participate with peace of mind. There was also one Japanese staff member present.
未就学児でも参加できるジップラインがこちらくらいしか見つからず。
子供一人で滑れるコースと、タンデムで滑るコースがありました。初心者でも安心して参加できると思います。
日本人のスタッフも一名いらっしゃいました。
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| Packages: | ジップライン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/11 |
Reviewed by: makikoe
I had visited the Big Island several times, but this was my first opportunity to go to the summit of Mauna Kea. While it was possible to get to ONIZUKA on our own, it was not feasible to drive to the summit with a rental car (though I heard some people do manage to get in...). Given the concerns about driving on Saddle Road at night, we decided to book a tour.
Since we were staying at Mauna Lani, the tour bus picked us up last. We spent the morning playing at the beach, and the pickup came around 3:45 PM. It was very convenient that they came right to the parking lot of our accommodation. They informed us in advance to avoid alcohol for six hours to prevent altitude sickness and also contacted us about renting warm clothing.
Unfortunately, it was raining when we reached ONIZUKA, so based on the tour guide's judgment, we had our lunch (a bento-style meal with warm miso soup) in the vehicle and hurried to the summit. Fortunately, the summit was clear, and we were able to enjoy the sunset slowly. I was glad we didn’t take our time eating lunch. It was impressive! After that, we descended (there's a rule that you must leave the park after the sunset) and observed the starry sky. There was also warm tea and cookies available. They took many photos for us (no extra charge), and we were very satisfied. The night sky photos that I couldn't capture with my own camera were a highlight. It was a thoroughly enjoyable tour.
I had brought my own warm clothing, but it was really cold, so I was grateful to be able to borrow some. The road to the summit is quite bumpy, and the return trip on Saddle Road is pitch dark. I truly felt it was a good decision to join the tour.
I have also participated in a sunrise tour on Maui, but it was physically demanding, so I recommend the sunset tour. If you have the time, a sunrise tour could be fine, but you will be extremely sleepy afterward.
ハワイ島は何度か訪れていましたが、マウナケア山頂に行く機会がなく
初めて訪れました
自分たちでONIZUKAまで行く事は可能でしたが、レンタカーでは山頂まで行くことが不可能(中にはいってしまう人もいるそうですが・・・)との事と夜のサドルロードの運転など不安要素もありツアーを予約
マウナラニに滞在していたので、ツアーバスが迎えに来てくださったのが一番最後のでした。
午前中はビーチで遊び、15:45位に迎えが来ました
滞在先の駐車場まで来ていただいたので、とても楽でした
事前に、注意事項として高山病を避けるため6時間はアルコールを控えるよう、また防寒具のレンタルのご連絡などをいただきました
ONIZUKAまで行くとあいにくの雨、ツアーの方の判断で車内でお弁当をいただき(幕ノ内的なものと温かいお味噌汁)急ぎ山頂へ
山頂が晴れていたので、ゆっくりサンセットを楽しむ事ができました
のんびりお弁当食べていなくてよかった
さすがです!
それから、下山(サンセット終わると公園を出ないといけない決まりです)し、星空を観測。温かい紅茶とクッキーもありました
たくさん写真もとっていただき(別途料金不要)大満足でした
自分のカメラでは撮影できない夜空の写真
大満足のツアーでした
防寒着も持参していましたが、本当に寒いのでお借りできたこと
また、山頂までの道がかなり揺れます。そして帰りのサドルロードが真っ暗です。本当にツアーに参加してよかったと思います。
サンライズツアーもマウイ島で参加した事がありますが、体力的にもきついのでサンセットをお勧めいたします。
時間がある方はサンライズでも構わないと思いますが、ツアー後眠くてたまりません。
Hello, this is Sumire from Nature School.
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour and for your wonderful review. Driving to the Onizuka Visitor Center with a rental car can be a bit intimidating, can't it? This tour is quite popular among those who rent cars. It seems the weather at the Onizuka Visitor Center was unfortunate, but I'm glad you were able to enjoy the sunset at the Mauna Kea summit! Our Nature School guides always strive to provide a great experience for our guests by being attentive to the weather and the condition of our customers. The free photo download service from the tour has been well received by everyone who participates. There are still many attractions on the Big Island, so please do visit us again if you have the opportunity. All of our staff sincerely look forward to welcoming you.
Nature School, Big Island
Sumire
こんにちは、ネイチャースクールのすみれと申します。
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空ツアーにご参加頂き、また素晴らしいレビューもご投稿頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
レンタカーでオニズカビジターセンターまで運転するのは少し怖いですよね。
レンタカーを借りている方にも人気のツア―となっております。
オニズカビジターセンターはあいにくの天候だったようですが、マウナケア山頂ではサンセットをお楽しみ頂けて良かったです!
ネイチャースクールのガイドさん達はお客様にお楽しみいただけるよう、天候やお客様の状態に常にアンテナを張りながらのガイドを心掛けております。
ツアー写真無料ダウンロードサービスは、ご参加頂いた皆様に毎度ご好評いただいております。
ハワイ島にはまだまだ沢山の魅力がございますので、また機会がございましたら是非ご来島くださいませ。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ち申し上げております。
ハワイ島マサシのネイチャースクール
すみれ
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/14 |
Reviewed by: Irina
Mauna Kea star-gazing tour was a must on our recent trip to Hawai’i. Our tour guide, Jim, was very knowledgeable and made sure that everyone in our group had the best experience possible. Absolutely incredible views, unforgettable sunset above the clouds, gorgeous Milky Way!!
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/10 |
Reviewed by: さとし
It was very sunny on the day, and I think we were lucky. Our driver and guide, Jin, was knowledgeable about Hawaii and the stars, providing various explanations. He was also well-versed in photography and taught us how to capture the stars. He took proactive steps, allowing us to have the best position for sunset and stargazing.
当日はとても晴れていて、ラッキーだったと思います。
ドライバー兼ガイドのジンさんも、ハワイ、星に詳しくいろいろと説明していただきました。また、カメラにも詳しく、星のとり方も教えていただきました。
行動も一歩早い行動を取ってくれたので、ベストなポジションでの、サンセット、星空観察ができました。
Dear Satoshi,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour. Our guide, Big Jin, has appeared on television before and has many fans. He possesses a wealth of knowledge about the Big Island, so we hope you will join Big Jin's tour again when you visit the Big Island.
We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Nature School
Rena
さとし様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
弊社のビッグジンは、以前テレビにも出演しており、ファンの多いガイドです。
ハワイ島の事でしたらたくさん知識を持ち合わせておりますので、是非またハワイ島へ遊びにいっしゃる際はビッグジンのツアーへご参加頂ければと存じます。
さとし様のまたのご来島を心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャスクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Nao
The weather and moon phase were favorable, making it enjoyable. To satisfy more serious astronomy fans, a more impressive telescope might be needed.
天候、月齢にも恵まれて楽しめました。
少し詳しい天文ファンにを満足させるには、もう少し立派な望遠鏡が必要かも。
Dear Nao,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour. Regarding the telescope you mentioned, we have several types available, and we may provide a smaller size depending on the available space in the vehicle on the day of the tour. We sincerely apologize for not being able to meet your expectations this time.
If you have the opportunity, we would love for you to visit the Big Island again. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
Rena
Nao様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございます。
ご指摘を頂いた望遠鏡ですが、弊社では何種類かございまして、当日の車両の空きスペースに合わせ小さめのサイズをご用意する場合がございます。
今回はNao様のご希望に添えず大変申し訳ございませんでした。
また機会がございましたら是非ハワイ島へ遊びにいらしてください。
またのご来島を心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャスクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/31 |
Reviewed by: はなこ
Honestly, before going, I was worried about altitude sickness and hesitated. But I'm glad I went! They gave me advice on how to prevent altitude sickness (all of which were simple and easy to do), so I was able to participate with peace of mind. They also lend you warm clothing, but the perceived temperature can change depending on whether it's windy or not. Please be especially careful about your feet, as the wind can get in there.
正直、行く前は高山病とか心配して迷っていました。でも、行ってよかったです!高山病対策をアドバイスしてくれたり(どれも簡単で誰でもできることばかりです)で、安心して参加できました。防寒具も上下貸してくれますが、風があるかどうかで体感温度が変わります。特に足元は風が吹き込むので注意してくださいね。
Dear Hanako,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea summit sunset and stargazing tour. We ensure that we allocate time for altitude acclimatization as a countermeasure against altitude sickness, and our guides provide important information on the day of the tour, so very few participants experience altitude sickness.
In the unlikely event that you feel unwell, please know that our guides always carry oxygen tanks, so do not hesitate to ask for assistance.
As you mentioned, the temperature at the summit can drop to around 0 degrees. I remember once going to the summit in breathable athletic shoes, and my toes got so cold that it was painful.
We hope you will join our tour again next time, fully prepared with proper cold-weather gear. All of our staff sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.
Nature School
Rena
はなこ様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
弊社では高山病対策として、高度順応のお時間を確保し、当日ガイドより注意事項等お伝えしておりますので、高山病になられる方は滅多にいらっしゃいません。
万が一体調を崩されましたら、ガイドが必ず酸素ボンベを常備しておりますので、お申し付け頂ければと存じます。
はなこ様の仰る通り、山頂は0度前後と冷え込みます。一度、通気性の良い運動靴で山頂へ行きましたがつま先が痛くなるほど寒かったのを覚えております。
是非、次回もばっちりな防寒対策の上、弊社のツアーへご参加頂ければと存じます。
はなこ様のまたのご来島を、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャスクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/01 |
Reviewed by: ミント
On December 30, we participated as a family of four. Two of us are children aged 9 and 11.
It was almost our first time riding horses, but the horses were well-trained, so we had no worries.
We took a walk in the valley floor of Waipi'o Valley, swaying on the backs of the horses. It was a place filled with rich water and greenery, exuding tranquility.
For your reference:
- We traveled to and from the valley floor by 4WD from the meeting point. This took quite a bit of time. The approximate schedule was: gather at 1:30 PM, move to the valley floor, start horseback riding at 2:15 PM, finish riding at 3:45 PM, and disperse at the meeting point at 4:15 PM.
- We were the only Japanese participants; everyone else was from the mainland United States.
- We planned to rent a car to get to the meeting point, but when we tried to make a reservation at the hotel after arriving on the Big Island, we were told there were no rental cars available until January 3.
We had no choice but to use a round-trip taxi, which cost over $400 from Kailua-Kona. We should have reserved a rental car from Japan.
12月30日に家族4人で参加しました。うち二人は9才、11才の子どもです。
4人ともほぼ初めての乗馬でしたが、馬はよく調教されていて不安なことはありませんでした。
ワイピオ渓谷の谷底を、馬の背に揺られながらの散歩です。豊かな水と緑が印象的な、静謐さをたたえた場所でした。
以下、参考になれば。
・集合場所〜ワイピオ渓谷の谷底を4WDで往復します。これにかなり時間がかかります。
おおよそのタイムスケジュールは、13:30集合で谷底へ移動、14:15から乗馬、15:45乗馬終了、16:15集合場所で解散。
・日本人は私たちだけで、他は全員アメリカ本土からの参加でした。
・私たちはレンタカーを借りて集合場所まで行くつもりでしたが、ハワイ島へ着いてからホテルで予約しようとしたら、1月3日までハワイ島ではレンタカーが1台もないと言われました。
仕方なく往復タクシーを使い、カイルア・コナから400ドル強かかりました。
レンタカーは日本から予約して行くべきでした。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/31 |
Reviewed by: キート
Following the last time, I couldn't see the sunset among the clouds again this time. As for the starry sky, thanks to the staff's quick thinking, we were able to observe it a little at Mauna Kea Park, but the surrounding lights were a bit distracting.
前回に続き、今回も雲の中で夕日が見られなかった。星空に関してはスタッフの機転でマウナケアパークで少しだけ観測できましたが、周囲の明かりが気になりました。
Dear Mr. Keyt,
My name is Tomoe from the Nature School.
I sincerely apologize. I cannot say much about the weather, but if there is an opportunity next time, I would greatly appreciate it.
Nature School
Tomoe
キート様
ネイチャースクールのトモエと申します。
本当に申し訳ございません。天気に関しては何とも言えないのですが次回機会がございましたら是非とも宜しくお願い申しあげます。
ネイチャースクール
トモエ
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| Packages: | 【10日前までのお申込みで無料特典】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Erica
Super friendly staff and we had a wonderful time! Would recommend to anyone and everyone and would definitely go back when I have the chance! Despite the fact that it was raining the day we went (which actually made the experience more exhilarating, as the rain made us go even faster than normal) , the views were still incredible. The staff was patient and their energy made the experience more fun for everyone. By the end of the zipline I was ready to do it all over again!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! 9-Line Zipline Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Kelsey
The experience was a let down as there was nothing special about it. The amount of money you pay for this is not worth it. However, the tour guides were very nice and enthusiastic.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/24 |
Reviewed by: しろ。
The horseback riding in the jungle at the bottom of the valley, which would be very difficult for us to visit on our own, was amazing. The horses were all very gentle and listened well. There were plenty of wild fruits, and we splashed around in the river, making it a unique and enjoyable horseback riding experience.
自分たちではとても訪れるのは大変だろうという谷底のジャングルでの乗馬は最高でした。
馬はとてもみな大人しく、言うこともとてもよくきいてくれました。野生の果物もたくさんあり、川の中もじゃぶじゃぶ入っていき、ちょっと他ではない乗馬でなかなか良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/27 |
Reviewed by: サボテン
I was moved by the scenery that felt like it was not from Hawaii Island! The beautiful sunset and the explanation of the constellations in the starry sky were easy to understand. Thank you for the fun guide.
ハワイ島と思えない景色に感動!綺麗な夕日と星空の星座の説明も分かりやすくてよかった。
楽しいガイドありがとうございました。
Hello, this is Sumire from Nature School.
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Mauna Kea is so vast and has such low temperatures that it makes you forget you are in Hawaii.
Our guides at Nature School are not only enthusiastic about providing service but are also knowledgeable about the stars, which has received great feedback from all participants.
We will continue to strive to provide even better services to everyone, including not just our guides but also our administrative staff.
Hawaii Island has many more attractions, so if you have the opportunity, please come back to visit us. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you again.
Masashi's Nature School
Sumire
こんにちは、ネイチャースクールのすみれと申します。
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。
ツアーをお楽しみ頂けて何よりでございます。
マウナケア山はスケールも大きく気温も低いので、ハワイにいるということを忘れてしまいますよね。
ネイチャースクールのマウナケアのガイドさん達はサービス精神旺盛なうえに星にも詳しいので、
ご参加頂いた皆様からご好評をいただいております。
ガイドだけでなく事務も含め、今後より良いサービスを皆様にご提供できますよう、
尽力させていただきます。
ハワイ島にはまだまだ沢山の魅力がございますので、また機会がございましたら是非ご来島くださいませ。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ち申し上げております。
マサシのネイチャースクール
すみれ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/14 |
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