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Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Amazing experience and knowledgable guide

Reviewed by: Wade

Our family had a ton of fun gazing at the stars. Our guide Krystal was amazing. Her background in astronomy provided a unique experience. She provided so much information about Hawaii, the importance of the stars for Hawaiian navagation, and any other science questions our family had.

  • Moon shot

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Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/03/27
Activity Date: 2021/03/25

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Fun luau!

Reviewed by: Hannah

The Island Breeze luau was in a beautiful location next to the ocean and the dancers and musicians were excellent. The food was good and it was a fun atmosphere. They did a good job with everything with the COVID restrictions they had to follow.

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/03/17
Activity Date: 2021/03/14

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

My kids LOVED this show!

Reviewed by: Lval

As a parent of 7 year old twins, who seeks out kid friendly activities, I’m so grateful I chose this show. This was their first show since COVID. They offered a selection of kid friendly food which I appreciated. The rest of the food was amazing and the drinks were delicious! Now to the entertainment. This group of performers were so enthusiastic that the captured my kids attention the whole time. The story they told was beautiful. My kids were doing their best to follow the dancers moves and the waitstaff were so kind to compliment them. The fire dancer at the end got a standing ovation! From the music and performers to the food and staff, they all exceeded any expectations! Well done!

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/03/16
Activity Date: 2021/03/14

Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

Volcano circle tour

Reviewed by: David Embrey

Awana was awesome. He did a great job from the start by getting out group of 20 together in one van. His knowledge of the island’s as well as the big island was extensive. Never a dull moment he kept us laughing and taught us a great deal. All stops were as promised. Would do the tour again

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Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/03/12
Activity Date: 2021/03/10

Big Island Afternoon Whale Watch Tour from Kona - Body Glove Cruises [Dec - Mar]

Where are the whales?

Reviewed by: Disappointed

I have been on a whale watching tour in the past and the captain took us directly to where the whales were and we were so close and able to get great pictures for the entire tour. That was not the case here; we were constantly looking for whales and all we ever saw was the “blow” and some splashing from quite a distance. It was very disappointing. I would think these guys would know where to go since they do this everyday. We were in the boat for several hours and never saw anything to identify this as a good trip! I would have expected them to take us somewhere to see the whales, we seemed to hang out in the same area just hoping a whale would show up!
The boat was very nice and the people were nice too but the whales were missing!! This was the beginning of February, isn’t that the best time?

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Aloha and thank you for joining us on our tour.

Unfortunately whales are not stationary animals and try as we might, we have not gotten them to agree to be on payroll.
As whale watching is a gamble by nature, we offer a guarantee of whale sightings or come again free. We wish you would have taken us up on it so you could have come out on another day. We hope the rest of your vacation on the big island was great!

Mahalo

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Packages: Whale Watch Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/02/27
Activity Date: 2021/02/04

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Mauna kea star gazing

Reviewed by: Carol

It was a unique experience. Rich, our tour guide was very informative. We learned a lot about the history of the island of Hawaii as he drove us to different must see locations like the cave, water falls, historic sites. We also learned about plants, volcanoes, fissures, and stars in a day! We saw nebula, galaxies, a couple of satellites, shooting stars and learned about so many other stars in our constellation! It was very educational! Really appreciated it a lot!

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Packages: From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/01/15
Activity Date: 2021/01/12

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: まゆう

I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour. I had always wanted to see the stars at Mauna Kea, and I was moved by the sky, which was even more beautiful than I had imagined. The service was also wonderful, as they stopped along the way for photo opportunities and took pictures with the guide's camera. I would love to join this tour again when I visit the Big Island.

サンセットと星空のツアーに参加しました。
ずっとマウナケアの星空を見たいと思っていましたが、想像以上の星空に感動しました。
途中でも写真撮影のために止まってくださったり、ガイドさんのカメラで写真を撮ってくださったり、サービスも素晴らしかったです。
また、ハワイ島に訪れる際は、ここのツアーに参加したいです。

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Dear Mayu,

Thank you very much for participating in our tour.

The view from the summit of Mauna Kea is truly magnificent. The stars visible also change with the seasons, so we sincerely hope you can visit the Big Island again next time. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.

Nature School
Tomoe Kimura

まゆう様

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。

マウナケア山頂の景色は本当に壮大です。また季節によって見える星も違いますので是非次回もハワイ島にお越しいただけますようお願い申し上げます。
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
木村智恵(Kimura Tomoe)


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Packages: 基本プラン(~2020年03月31日)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/10/11
Activity Date: 2020/02/26

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 feels like I can reach the starry sky! ❣ 星空に手が届きそう❣

Reviewed by: だだだ

It was a tour affected by the weather, so I was worried until the day of the event, but I was able to enjoy the wonderful sunset at Mauna Kea, which I couldn't have reached on foot, as well as the starry sky and the Milky Way. With the guide's explanations, I was able to clearly identify the constellations, and I found the stories very interesting.

We participated as a family of four, and my daughters were so moved that they almost cried. The temperature at the summit was low, so I couldn't take photos with my own camera or smartphone after a certain point, but the guide assisted with photography, and I was able to download the photos taken by the guide later (they responded quickly to my request), leaving me with many wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

天候に左右されるツアーなので当日まで心配でしたが、自分では歩いて登頂できないマウナケア山の素晴らしいサンセット、そして満天の星空、ミルキーウェイも堪能。ガイドさんの解説でしっかりと星座も確認でき お話も興味深く拝聴しました。
家族4人で参加しましたが、娘たちは感動で涙がでそうだったとのこと。
山頂は 温度が低く自分のカメラやスマホでは途中から撮影できなかったですが、ガイドさんの撮影補助と後日のガイドさんの撮影写真のダウンロード(リクエストにもすぐに対応され)もさせていただき たくさんの思い出が手元に残りました。ありがとうございました。

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Packages: 基本プラン(~2020年03月31日)
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Posted on: 2020/05/07
Activity Date: 2020/03/10

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

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Reviewed by: Joyb

Awesome awesome awesome. We had a volcano tour on 3/8/20 with Mike. He was the best. He was especially good with our very inquisitive grandson. He was knowledgeable also!!!! He was great great great!!!!

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Packages: Deluxe Volcano Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/03/30
Activity Date: 2020/03/08

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

It was amazing! 最高でした❗️

Reviewed by: ひろりん

The weather was nice, and the waves were calm, allowing us to see many whales. It was moving to clearly see the shadows of the whales and the way they spouted water. Unfortunately, the explanations about the whales were in English, so I couldn't understand them very well, which was a bit disappointing...

お天気も良く、波も穏やかで、たくさんの鯨を見ることができました。
鯨の影や潮を吹く様子がくっきりはっきり確認できて感動でした。
鯨についての説明が英語だったので、あまり理解することができず、ちょっと残念でしたが…

  • 鯨発見❗️

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Posted on: 2020/03/21
Activity Date: 2020/02/27

Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls

Island tour

Reviewed by: Steve and Michelle

We had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide Daniel was excellent. Informative and witty. We highly recommend this complete island tour. The steam vents at Volcanos National Park highlighted the day!!.

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Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/03/17
Activity Date: 2020/03/14

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

A moving phrase. 感動の一言

Reviewed by: チップ

I participated in the tour on February 26 after learning that the summit of Mauna Kea had reopened. The weather was perfect, and it was an incredible experience watching the sunset from the summit and observing the starry sky. The lunch and miso we had at the Onizuka Center were delicious, and I can't thank our guide enough for taking so many photos against the backdrop of the stunning nature! Their lively talk was also very enjoyable. Thanks to this, I have the best memories of my time on the Big Island of Hawaii. Thank you, I am very satisfied!

マウナケア山頂まで再開したことを知り2/26のツアーに参加しました。天候にも恵まれそれはそれは素晴らしい山頂からのサンセット鑑賞、そして満天の星空観測など感動の連続でした。途中オニヅカセンターで頂いたお弁当やお味噌も美味しかったですし、あといろんな大自然をバックに写真をたくさん撮って頂いたガイドさんには感謝しかありません!軽快なトークもとても楽しかったです。おかげさまでハワイ島での最高な思い出になりました。ありがとうございました大満足です!

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Posted on: 2020/03/16
Activity Date: 2020/02/26

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 starry sky was amazing. 星空が最高でした。

Reviewed by: たによん

The sunset from Mauna Kea was amazing. Seeing a snow-capped mountain on the Big Island was an unprecedented experience, and I was truly moved.

As the elevation increased, the air became thinner, and it gradually became more challenging, but our guide, Jin, provided excellent advice on deep breathing and staying hydrated. His light-hearted banter made the journey enjoyable, and I never got bored, even on the bumpy roads.

I also got to see a breathtaking starry sky like I had never seen before, along with moving lights from satellites.

However, please be prepared for the cold. I bundled up quite a bit and brought a hat and gloves. I even brought hand warmers. Even so, it was still cold. I think it's best to bring as much gear as possible. Others who participated in lighter clothing seemed to struggle a bit.

マウナケアからの夕陽は最高でした。
ハワイ島で雪山を見れたことが、今までにない体験で、感動しました。

標高が高くなるにつれ、空気も薄くなり、徐徐にしんどくなってきますが、ガイドのジンさんが、深呼吸と水を飲むことを適格にアドバイスしてくれました。軽妙なトークも楽しく、凸凹道でも、車内でも飽きることなく、楽しかったです。

今までに見たことのない満天の星空と人工衛星が動いている灯も、バッチリ見れました。

但し、かなり寒いのは覚悟してご参加ください。僕も相当着込んで参加しましたし、帽子も手袋も持っていきました。カイロも持っていきました。それでも、寒かったです。装備は、出来る限り持っていったほうがいいと思います。軽装で参加された他の方は、少しくたばってました。

  • 星空最高!

  • ハワイの雪

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Posted on: 2020/03/12
Activity Date: 2020/02/15

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 my second time participating after 10 years. Since it had been a decade since the last time, it was even more beautiful and deeply moving than the faint memories I had. This was the event I was looking forward to the most during my trip to Hawaii, a 10年ぶり、2度目の参加でした。 前回より10年経っている事もあり、微かに覚えていた記憶よりも、もっと綺麗でとても感慨深かったです。 ハワイ旅行で1番楽しみにしていたイベントだったので、期待通り…いや、それ以上に本当に綺麗でとても幸せな気持ちになりました。

Reviewed by: あかり

We were picked up at the hotel, and there were about 12-3 people in two vans. There was one guide per van. During the ride, we received a paper with instructions and information about downloading photos. Later, they will upload the photos to Google Photos, so it's a good idea to save the barcode from this time.

There was one restroom break at Onizuka, and there was also a restroom at the summit where we could see the sunset. For a light meal or dinner at Onizuka Station, we were served a bento box. They also provided warm miso soup, hot coffee, and hot cocoa, which was very comforting.

At Onizuka Station, we were able to see the silver sword plant. They lent us warm over-pants to wear over our trousers. Since we weren't allowed to sleep from here on, they played upbeat Western music in the van, which was a nice touch.

When we arrived at the Subaru Observatory, I was shocked to see snow in Hawaii. The scenery we could see from the car on the way up was already beautiful. Once we reached the summit, they lent us jackets, which had gloves in the pockets. At the top, the view was stunning in every direction, and although it was extremely cold, it was a place you must visit. We took a lot of photos here.

Since there wouldn't be any restroom breaks on the way back for a while, I recommend using the restroom at the summit before heading down. We participated as a family of four, and since the kids have grown, we don't often get to take pictures together, so these photos became very precious. The guide was enthusiastic and took various types of photos, making it a wonderful memory.

We then went to a place to see the stars. At first, it was dim, and we could only see bright stars, but as it got darker, more stars became visible. The guide explained the stars with a red laser, and while he provided various explanations, those who wanted to take photos could do so freely. By the way, I was so focused on taking pictures that I hardly listened to the explanations, sorry!

I brought my camera, and they kindly taught me the manual settings. We were able to see Jupiter through the telescope. We could also take photos in front of the starry sky, which were so beautiful that I thought they might be edited. They asked us to stay still for about 20 seconds.

On the way back, we were told it was okay to sleep, and most people did. There was one restroom break during the trip back, at which time we returned the pants and jackets we had borrowed. They also took us back to the hotel.

I truly believe that everyone should go at least once in their lifetime. I highly recommend it. I think the choice of tour destination can make a big difference. I’m really glad we went with Masashi this time. It was a wonderful memory, one that will last a lifetime. Thank you for your hospitality!

ホテルまでお迎えが来てくれて、バンで12-3人×2台位の人数でした。ガイドの方は1台のバンに1名でした。
車の中で写真のダウンロードの説明や注意事項を書いた紙などがまわってきます。後ほど、Googleフォトにて写真をアップロードしてくださるのでこの時のバーコードは保存しておいた方がよいです。
トイレは1回あり、鬼塚にあり、sunsetを見る頂上にもありました。
鬼塚ステーションでの軽食?夕食?は幕の内お弁当出ました。
暖かいお味噌汁やホットコーヒー、ホットココアなども出して頂き、とても暖まりました。
鬼塚ステーションでは銀剣草を見る事が出来ました。
こちらでズボンの上に履く温かいオーバーパンツのようなものを貸して頂きました。
ここからは寝てはいけないため、車内も軽快な洋楽を流すという気遣いがあり、良かったです。
スバルの展望台へ行き、ハワイなのに雪があることに衝撃でした。
頂上につくまでの道のりで既に車の中から見える景色がとても綺麗でした。
頂上についたら上着も貸して頂きました。上着のポケットには手袋が入っていました。頂上では、360度どこを見渡しても綺麗で、とてつもなく寒かったけれどそんな事はどうでもよくなるくらい、行くべき場所だと思いました。
こちらでは沢山写真を撮って頂きました。
ここから帰り道しばらくはトイレ休憩がないので頂上で最後に行った方がいいと思います。
家族4人で参加したのですが子どもも大きくなり、皆で写る事もあまりないのでとても貴重な写真となりました。ガイドの方が盛り上げて下さり、色々なパターンの写真も撮って下さったのですごく良い思い出になりました。
少し下って星を見る場所に行きます。薄暗くて、明るい星しか最初は見えませんでしたが段々と暗くなりどんどんと星が見えてきました。
赤いレーザーで星の説明をしてくださり、色々と説明して頂けるのですが写真を撮りたい方は自由に撮れます。ちなみに私は写真を撮るのに夢中でほとんど説明を聞いていませんでした、笑 すみません。笑
カメラを持参したのですが、マニュアルの設定も丁寧に教えて頂き、ありがとうございました。
望遠鏡のセッティングをしていて木星も見ることが出来ました。また、星空の前で写真を撮って頂けるのですがこれが本当に凄くて合成なんじゃないかと思うくらい綺麗です。20秒くらい動かないでくださいと言われますが。笑
帰りは寝ても大丈夫と言われ、ほとんどの方は寝ていました。途中で1回トイレ休憩があります。その際に着ていたズボンと上着は返却です。帰りもホテルまで送って頂けます。
一生で一度は絶対に行った方が良いと私は思います。本当にオススメです。どこのツアー先で行くかもだいぶ変わってくるのじゃないかと思います。今回マサシの方でやって本当によかったと思いました。すごく素敵な思い出ですし、一生に残る思い出だと思いました。お世話になり、ありがとうございました!

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Activity Date: 2020/02/21

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The breathtaking views that go beyond imagination and the starry sky☆ The warm fried mackerel bento I had at Mauna Kea was delicious! 想像の斜め上を行く絶景と満天の星空☆マウナケアで食べる温かいアジフライ弁当は美味しかった!

Reviewed by: CHIFFON♡

On February 16, 2020, my spouse and I participated in this tour. We chose to join this tour after comparing several options for our 20th wedding anniversary trip to Hawaii, where we got married on Maui 20 years ago. The deciding factors were the photography service and the summit attack on Mauna Kea. In conclusion, we were blessed with everything and were extremely satisfied with the tour \(^o^)/. Our guide for the day was Ichi-san, who had an intellectual vibe and was very likable. Honestly, I had a negative impression of local tour guides I had met before, as they often seemed flashy or arrogant, but he was a pleasant surprise.

Many others have written about the wonderful aspects of the tour, so I will focus on providing advice in chronological order. First, as preparation before departure, it's important to get plenty of sleep! On the way, to help with altitude acclimatization, we were told in the vehicle, "Don't sleep, or you'll die! (just kidding)" so it was hard to sleep during the ride.

Next, regarding the shuttle vehicle. Compared to other companies, the vehicle type was slightly inferior, making the ride a bit uncomfortable. As we approached the summit, the road became rough, so those with back pain should be cautious! The van was full with 13 people, and the windows didn't open, nor could we recline the seats, so if you're prone to motion sickness, it's advisable to take anti-nausea medication beforehand. Fortunately, Ichi-san drove carefully, so I was fine.

As for altitude sickness, if you listen to the guide's warnings and follow them, you should be just fine. In fact, there were some minor headaches, but no emergencies occurred, so you can rest assured. Older participants were also in good spirits.

For meals, we stopped at the Onizuka Visitor Center to enjoy warm bento and miso soup to help with altitude acclimatization. Eating warm Japanese food in nature was comforting. However, since dinner was at 4 PM, it felt like an early dinner, so it's better to have an early lunch. At Onizuka, there is an information board with today's stargazing details, and you can stroll around to see the silversword plant, a high-altitude plant! We had about an hour and a half, so take your time to walk and acclimatize your body for the summit attack.

Next, the restroom situation. The Onizuka restrooms are clean with running water and toilet paper, but the restrooms at the Mauna Kea summit for watching the sunset are cramped, shared, and lack toilet paper, running water, and handwashing facilities. I’ll leave the rest to your imagination m(_ _)m. Despite this unfortunate situation, we were told we must use the restroom at the summit due to the itinerary. The rental cold-weather gear can restrict movement, so it's better to at least remove the bottom layer. Especially for women, bring tissues! There are few stalls, and you may have to wait in line. Since we depart right after sunset, if you're not careful, you might miss the sunset while waiting for the restroom. So, as soon as you arrive at the summit, head to the restroom!

After sunset, we descended to the stargazing location, but there are no restrooms there. You'll have to hold it until we descend. After enjoying a delightful time with star lectures and photo opportunities, we headed back down. The restrooms on the way back were bright and clean. You can sleep on the way back, so take advantage of that time to rest.

As additional advice, since we participated on a weekend, there were many local families, and car headlights frequently passed by, disrupting the otherwise peaceful darkness. If you can choose your schedule and want to make this tour a highlight of your trip, I recommend going on a weekday, preferably near a new moon.

Lastly, a few thoughts on the tour. One of the highlights of Masashi-san's tour is the photography service, which is completely free if you just fill out a survey. You can download the photos online later, and the pictures taken with a backdrop o

2020.2.16(日)夫婦で参加。20年前にマウイ島にて挙式した私達の結婚20周年記念のハワイ旅行で、何か記念に残る事を、と思い数社比較してコチラに参加。決め手は写真のサービスとマウナケア山頂アタックです。結論から言うと、全てに恵まれ大満足のツアーでした\(^o^)/当日のガイドサンは、いっちーサン。終始知的な感じで好感が持てました。正直今まで出会った現地在住のツアーガイド等はだいたいチャラかったり偉そうなので良いイメージが有りませんでしたが、彼は個人的には当たり。素晴らしいツアーの様子は他の方々が沢山書き込んでらっしゃるのでそちらにお任せして...私は時系列的にアドバイス等をメインに書きます。まず、出発前の下準備として...しっかり睡眠を取っておくのが重要!行きは高度順応の為に途中から「寝るな〜、寝たら死ぬぞ~! (←冗談笑)」的な事を車内で寝ない様に言われます。なので車内は途中からほぼ寝れません。次に送迎車について。他社に較べたら車種が若干劣るので乗り心地は微妙。山頂に近付くにつれ悪路なので腰痛持ちはご用心!13人乗りのバンで満員でしたが、窓開かないしリクライニング出来ないし車酔い心配な方は事前に酔い止めの薬の服用を。幸い、いっちーサンは運転も丁寧で私は大丈夫でした。高山病、コレもガイドサンの注意をしっかり聞いて守れば全然大丈夫。実際、多少の頭痛等は有れども緊急事態になったりした事は無いと言ってましたのでご安心を。高齢の方々も実際お元気でした。食事ですが、山頂に登る途中高度順応する為に立ち寄るオニヅカ・ビジターセンターで温かいお弁当とお味噌汁を頂きました。大自然の中で頂く温かい和食のお弁当にはホッコリ。但し、食事が16時で早い夕食みたくなるので早目のランチを。オニヅカには本日の星空情報のインフォボードが有り、周辺は散策も出来、銀剣草という高山植物も見れます!1時間半位時間が有るのでゆっくり歩いてカラダを慣らして山頂アタックに備えましょう。次にトイレ問題。オニヅカは水洗で紙も有り綺麗ですが、サンセットを見るマウナケア山頂のトイレは男女共用の仮設で狭いし、紙は無いし、水は流れないし、手も洗えないし、それ以上は...ご想像にお任せしますm(_ _)mそんな惨状ですがその後の行程上必ず山頂で必ず用を足す様に言われます。レンタルの防寒着、上下着ると身動き取れなくなるのでせめて下だけでも脱いで行った方が良いですね。特に女性の方、ティッシュ持参の事!個室少なくて結構並びます。日没後にすぐ出発なのでウッカリしてるとトイレ並びでサンセット見逃しかねません。まずは、山頂着いたらすぐトイレ!日没後すぐに星空観測の場所迄下りますがそこにはトイレは無し。下山する迄我慢。楽しい星のレクチャーや写真撮影タイムで至福の時間を過ごした後は一路下山。途中のトイレは明るくて綺麗でした。帰りの車内は寝てOK。休憩場所迄、帰りは寝ても良いので寝て過ごしましょう。その他のアドバイスとしては、参加したのが週末だったせいか地元の家族連れがワンサカ来ていて車のヘッドライト等が頻繁に通過し、真っ暗闇の静寂がしばしば台無しに。日程が選べ、このツアーを旅行の目玉にしたいなら平日、そして月齢が新月に近い日を選ぶのがオススメ。最後にツアーの感想を少々。マサシサンのツアーの売りの一つでもある写真サービスは、アンケートさえ答えれば完全無料で有難い。後日、ネットで写真をDL出来ますが満天の星空をバックにカメラで撮って頂いた写真はiPhoneしか持ってない自分には撮れない写真なので本当に良い記念になります。行程も無理無くホテル出てから戻る迄、私達は車に乗ってるだけ。車窓風景も楽しめて楽チン。割と至れり尽くせりの楽しいツアーでした。道中のハワイ島の景色、マウナケアの白い雪、山頂の雄大なサンセット、そして満天の星空に天の川...日頃の行いが良いせいか!?天候にも恵まれ、大変想い出に残る私達のツアーの目玉となりました。一つだけ、欲を言えばもう少し長く星空を見ていたかった。先述の地元民のせいで暗い時間が少なく、物足りないのが☆4の理由。最後に、もしハワイ島に来る事を計画されているならば、是非このツアーへの参加を検討してみては?天候や条件にさえ恵まれればお値段以上の素晴らしい体験が出来ると思います。私自身また次回ハワイ島を訪れた際にはこのツアーへの再参加をする事を強く心に誓いました。※運転に自信の有る方へ。このツアーは途中、オニヅカで合流可能。オニヅカ迄はレンタカーで行けますが、山頂迄はレンタカーの保険が効かない為NGなので自己責任かツアー参加が必須です。レンタカーでオニヅカ迄行ける方はそちらで合流、離団すると星空を純粋に長く楽しめます。オニヅカで合流した方が帰りに離団しましたが、羨ましかった。

  • 満天の星空

  • アジフライ弁当with梅干し

  • 山頂サンセット

  • インフォメーションボード

  • 銀剣草

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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 Earth": It was the sole purpose of my trip to Hawaii Island, and it did not disappoint. 「ザ・地球」:ハワイ島旅行の唯一の目的だったが、期待は裏切られなかった。

Reviewed by: earlyfreebird

It's been ten months since I returned from my trip to the Big Island, yet the view from the summit of Mauna Kea, known as "The Earth," still lingers in my memory. Even though the sunset happens every day, it was a scene that made me feel affectionate, as if I wanted to personify it and say, "Thank you for today. I look forward to tomorrow." As the sun set and darkness enveloped the area, we moved to a slightly lower elevation to begin stargazing. Although I had seen it a few times before, I was finally able to identify the Southern Cross, pointed out by the guide, which was quite moving in a way. With the guide's deep knowledge of astronomy backing up the explanations, I was transported back to the world of stars I played with as a child using my homemade telescope.

It's important to note that at an elevation over 4,000 meters, one must endure the thin air and cold. However, the guide takes care of things like dinner and altitude acclimatization, so most people can participate without any issues. Also, since the tour ends quite late when returning to the hotel, it seems advisable to have a relaxed schedule for the next day.

ハワイ島の旅行から帰って、すでに十か月も経っているのに、マウナケア山頂からの「ザ・地球」という風景は瞼に蘇ります。太陽が沈むということが毎日のことなのに、愛おしく、また「今日もご苦労様。明日もよろしく」と、擬人化して話しかけたくなる景色でした。日が落ち、すっかり暗くなると、少し、標高が低い場所に移動して、今度は星空の観察が始まります。これまで、数度、見ているはずでしたが、特定できなかった南十字星が、ガイドのポインターで指し示される方向に確認できて、ある意味で、感動でした。そして、天文に関するガイドの深い知識に裏付けられた解説で、私の幼い頃、自作の天体望遠鏡で遊んだ星の世界に再びトランスできました。
なお、4000mを超える標高は、それなりに空気の薄さと寒さに耐えねばなりません。ただ、夕食や高地順応など、ガイドの方で気を使ってくれますので、ほとんどの人は問題なく参加できます。また、ツアーが終わってホテルに戻るのは、結構、遅い時間になりますので、次の日にゆっくり目のスケジュールが望ましいように思います。

  • 夕陽のシルエットに浮かぶ山頂の天文台

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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 couldn't make it to the summit... 山頂にはいけず…

Reviewed by: ほんだ

Unfortunately, we were unable to reach the summit due to the weather. However, our guide did their best to provide us with a great experience. We visited a spot where we could see a beautiful sunset and received explanations about the stars. I believe they did everything possible under the circumstances. I was looking forward to enjoying the sunset from the summit, so it was disappointing, but I think it has motivated me to try again. We were also able to see an owl. My daughter's family came along, but since my grandchild was not old enough, it was just us participating. Next time we visit, I would like to bring my grandchildren as well. Hawaii offers beautiful sunsets even without climbing the mountain, so I believe the view from the summit would be even more stunning. I felt secure participating with a Japanese-speaking guide. I look forward to coming again next time.

残念ながら天候に恵まれず山頂に行くことはできませんでした。しかし、ガイドの方は一生懸命あんないしてくださいました。夕日がきれいに見れるスポットへ行ったり、星の説明をしてくださったり、この状況でできる最大限のことをしていただいたと思います。山頂の夕陽を楽しみにしていたのでざんねんでしたがまたチャレンジするきっかけになったと思います。フクロウを見ることもできました。娘家族も一緒に来ていましたがまごの年齢が足りず私たちだけの参加でした。次訪れた際はまごたちも一緒にお願いしたいと思います。山に登らなくてもとても綺麗な夕日を見ることができるハワイなので山頂に行くともっとうつくしいのだろうと思います。日本語のガイドで安心して参加することができました。また次来た際はぜひよろしくお願い致します。

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

I didn't see any whales, but it was good. 鯨は見られなかったけど良かったです。

Reviewed by: TKD

Unfortunately, we couldn't see any whales, but it was still an enjoyable cruise as we admired the majestic Big Island from the sea, passed by the luxury cruise ship anchored off the coast of Kona, and searched for the coffee farm we visited the day before. I appreciated the guide who passionately continued to explain about the whales and marine life in Hawaii in English.

あいにく鯨は見ることができませんでしたが、海から望む雄大なビッグアイランド、コナ港の沖に停泊していた豪華客船の横を通ったり、前日に訪れたコーヒー農園はあそこかな?なんて探したりしながら、それはそれで楽しいクルーズでした。ハワイの鯨や海の生き物について一生懸命に説明(英語)し続けていたガイドさんに好感が持てました。

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Private Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour from Hilo

Flexible, intelligent, and comprehensive

Reviewed by: Stan Flouride

I took 2 tours with Wild Orchid in the same week and because of the weather and cruise ship schedule we reversed the order of the Hilo/rain forest and volcano tours. This allowed us to avoid hoards of tourists from the ships and getting stuck behind huge buses on Hawaii's narrow roads.
At Lee's suggestion we started our volcano tour much earlier than scheduled and avoided traffic and site congestion.
I was the only guest but it's clear that Wild Orchid's tours are never very big. This is much more conducive to an educational and intimate tour.

A long time resident of the island, Lee knows its history and its people well and works hard to share his affection with you. He knows the geologic, botanical, and human history of Hawai'i thoroughly and imparts it well.

My time here is limited but if I had time I'd take a third tour with him.

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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 was saved by the guide's support. ガイドさんの対応に救われました。

Reviewed by: pae

I participated on February 10th. The guide was Jin. The weather was bad from the morning, and we were told at pickup that there was a possibility we wouldn't be able to reach the summit. Amidst the rain that came and went, the guide was desperately trying to find observation points by communicating with the weather radar and fellow guides. The participants were somewhat in a state of giving up, feeling that it couldn't be helped, but at the very last moment, we were able to see a twinkling starry sky through a gap in the clouds. Although there were many clouds and the visible area was small, the stars shone brightly in that narrow range. The access road to the summit had been closed for a while, but it was temporarily reopened during this honeymoon timing, making this tour the one I was most looking forward to in my itinerary. Although I couldn't see what I had hoped for, I was very moved by the starry sky that appeared thanks to the guide's earnest efforts. I would like to go back for a revenge trip. Thank you for your hard work. For those who will participate in the future, I think it's essential to avoid the full moon period and be aware that there is a high possibility of not being able to reach the summit in winter.

2/10に参加しました。ガイドはjinさん。この日は朝から天気が悪く、ピックアップ時にも山頂までは行けない可能性があると言われていました。雨が降ったり止んだりする中、お天気レーダーや仲間のガイドさんと連絡を取って観測ポイントを必死に探して下さっていました。参加者たちは半ば諦めモードで仕方ないねぇといった感じでしたが、最後の最後に雲の切れ間から、瞬く星空が観れました。雲が多く、見える範囲は僅かだったのですが、その狭い範囲から煌々と輝く星の数々。密集度が凄まじかったです。しばらくの間山頂までのアクセスロードが閉鎖されていたのが今回のハネムーンのタイミングで一時解除されたことも含め、旅程の中で一番楽しみにしていたこのツアー。期待通りのものを観ることはできませんでしたが、ガイドさんの懸命な姿の先に見えた星空にとても感動しました。またリベンジしに行きたいです。一生懸命対応して下さってありがとうございました。
今後参加される方は冬は山頂まで行けない可能性が高いこと、満月時期を避ける事は必須だと思います。

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The sunset from the summit was amazing! 山頂からのサンセットは最高でした!

Reviewed by: なにわOLふたり

I participated in this tour in early February. After about two and a half hours from the pickup, we arrived at the Onizuka Visitor Center located on the slopes of Mauna Kea around 4 PM. We took a break for about an hour while enjoying a bento and warm miso soup, but it was quite cold at an altitude of about 2,800 meters, so I put on the fleece and down jacket I brought with me.

Then we set off towards the summit. I was worried about altitude sickness, but I made sure to stay hydrated, took in sugar with candies and chocolate, and followed the precautions of not exerting myself too much, so I was fine.

The summit was a snowy landscape, and it was very cold with the wind. The sunset from the summit was truly beautiful and moving. The clouds dyed in the sunset were very mystical.

After that, it seemed that the access road to the summit was closed due to the risk of road freezing, so I felt really lucky to have made it to the summit that day.

I was also looking forward to stargazing, but I had expected to see a sky full of stars. However, since it was four days before the full moon, the moon was bright and there were many clouds, so I couldn't see many stars. I was really looking forward to it, so it was disappointing. The guide told me that aiming for the new moon period from April to October is best for seeing the Milky Way. I definitely want to have a stargazing revenge! I would love to visit the Big Island again. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

2月初旬にこのツアーに参加しました。ピックアップから約2時間半後の16時過ぎにマウナケアの中腹にあるオニヅカビジターセンターに到着。お弁当と温かいお味噌汁をいただきながら1時間ほど休憩するのですが、標高約2800メートル付近はかなり寒く、持ってきたフリースとダウンを着込みました。
そして山頂に向けて出発。高山病が心配でしたが、こまめに水分補給し、飴やチョコなどで糖分を取り、激しい動きをしないといった注意事項をしっかりと守っていたので大丈夫でした。
山頂は雪景色で風もありとても寒かったです。
山頂からのサンセットは本当に美しく感動しました。夕日に染まった雲がとても幻想的でした。
その後、道路が凍結する恐れがあるということで山頂へのアクセスロードが閉鎖されたようで、その日、山頂まで行けたことは本当にラッキーでした。
もう1つ楽しみにしていた星空観測ですが、私は満天の星が見られるものと期待してましたが、その日は満月の4日前で、月が明るく雲も多くて、あまり星は見れませんでした。とても楽しみにしていたので残念でした。ガイドさんが4月〜10月の新月の頃を狙うと天の川がよく見えますよと教えてくれました。やはり星空観測はリベンジしたい!またハワイ島を訪れたいと思いました。素敵な思い出をありがとうございました!

  • 雲海の中からマウナ・ロア山頂

  • 日没前。

  • 日没後、夕日に染まった雲。

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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

Blizzard on Mauna Kea 吹雪のマウナケア

Reviewed by: あけちゃん

We participated as a couple in our 60s.
The weather was bad on the day, but we managed to reach the summit.
We couldn't see the sunset due to the blizzard, but the starry sky afterward was very beautiful.
It seems there are risks of not being able to reach the summit in winter on Mauna Kea, but the snow-covered Mauna Kea is mystical and wonderful in its own way, and I highly recommend it.
Thank you to our guide Masa for taking photos with a high-end camera.
Ichikawa, your lecture on the stars was very interesting.
If we can come again, we hope to do so next time.
Looking forward to the next visit!

60代二人で参加させていただきました。
当日は天候が悪かったですが、なんとか頂上まで登ることができました。
吹雪でサンセットは見ることができませんでしたが、そのあとの星空はとても綺麗にみることができました。
冬のマウナケアは登頂できないリスクもあるようですが、雪の積もったマウナケアはそれはそれで神秘的で素敵でおすすめです。
ガイドのマサさん、高価なカメラで撮影していただきありがとうございました。
イチカワさん、星空のレクチャーとても面白かったです。
また来ることが出来たら次こそは。
次回もよろしくお願いします

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Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet

Tons of Fun!

Reviewed by: BBS

We would definitely recommend and do this again! We had a blast!

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Mauna Kea and the starry sky were wonderful, but the guide's voice was too quiet. マウナケアと星空は素敵でしたが、ガイドさんの声が小さかったです。

Reviewed by: フージ

I visited the Big Island for the first time. I was picked up on time at 1:20 PM from the Royal Kona Resort, and we set off on the tour. We visited two other hotels, and there were about 11 people in total on the tour.

The mountain roads were quite unpaved, and the vibrations were significant even in the tour's 4WD vehicle. After the Onizuka Visitor Center, we were advised not to sleep to prevent altitude sickness, and I think it's a good idea for those who are anxious to bring motion sickness medication.

At the Onizuka Visitor Center, we enjoyed a very Japanese-style bento and warm miso soup (the warm miso soup was great), and we stayed for a little over an hour to acclimatize before heading to the summit.

At the summit, there was still quite a bit of snow, and I was quite surprised to see locals snowboarding.

The weather was excellent, and the views and night scenery were amazing. The convenience of being able to drive to over 4,000 meters in elevation is fantastic.

However, as I mentioned in the title, the guide's voice was quite soft, and there were many times when I couldn't understand what was being said, which was disappointing. Since the guide was young, they might have been nervous. Overall, the tour itself was wonderful, and I hope for improvements in the future.

ハワイ島には初めて行きました。ロイヤルコナリゾートを時間通り13:20に迎えに来ていただきツアー出発。他のホテル2件にまわり、合計で11人ほどのツアーでした。
山道はかなり非舗装の感じが強く、ツアーの4WDでも振動がすごかったです。オニヅカビジターセンター以降は高山病の予防のため眠ってはいけなく、不安な人は酔い止めを持っていったほうがいいと思いました。
オニヅカビジターセンターではいかにもジャパニーズなお弁当と温かいお味噌汁をいただき(お味噌汁が温かくてよかったです)、高地順応のため1時間ちょっと滞在してから山頂へ。
山頂ではかなり雪が残っており、スノーボードをしている現地の人がいたことにはかなり驚きでした。
とにかく天気が良く、景色と夜景は最高でした。標高4,000m以上に車だけで行ける手軽さは素晴らしいです。
しかし、タイトルにも書きましたがガイドさんの声が小さく、何を言っているのかよくわからないことが多くあったのが残念でした。若いガイドさんでしたので、緊張していたかもしれません。ツアー自体は素晴らしいものでしたので、これからに期待したいと思います。

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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

Rain! Rain! 雨!雨!

Reviewed by: 蒼鬼!

The cost for three family members exceeded 60,000 yen. It can't be helped because of the rain... But they said, "The fact that cancellations are not allowed was written in small print when you made your reservation. I recommend postponing to tomorrow, but it will cost $20 per person, and I can't guarantee what tomorrow will be like." Well, that's true, but...

To top it off, when we saw stars peeking through the cloudy sky, they said, "It's close to a full moon today, so you won't see stars on a day like this. Please come back during a new moon next time." That really rubbed me the wrong way.

So, we ended up eating cold bento in the car and just driving around. It was a tour where we were scolded for being unprepared.

家族3人で6万円を超える料金。
雨だから仕方がないと言えばそこまで・・・・
でも「キャンセルができないことは、申し込みいただいた時に小さな字で書いてありましたよね。明日への延期を薦めますが、一人20ドルかかり、明日もどのようになるのか断言はできません」との事。まぁそうだろうけど・・・
挙句の果ては、曇り空の合間に星が見えた時も「今日は満月に近いので、こんな日に来ても星は見えません。次回申し込みする時には、新月に来てください」との事。
逆撫でるじゃねーか。
ということで、冷えた弁当を車で食べて、ひたすらドライブ。挙句勉強不足だと注意されたツアーでした。

  • 半日で唯一の写真

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  2階建てカタマラン船に乗って壮大なクジラの姿を観察!<12~3月/軽食付き/英語ガイド/カイルアコナ発>

I couldn't see it. 見れませんでした

Reviewed by: shi

I made a round trip to Captain Cook's Cove, but I wasn't able to see a single whale or dolphin. The crew kept explaining things over the microphone, so for those who understand English, it might have been a nice experience even without seeing whales. The weather was perfect, and it was a pleasant cruise. However, my wife seemed to be too seasick to enjoy the scenery.

キャプテンクック岬まで往復しましたが、クジラもイルカも1頭も見ることが出来ませんでした。
クルーの方によるマイクによる説明がずっと続いていたので英語の分かる方にとってクジラは見れなくとても天気は最高で気持ちのいいクルージングだと思います。
妻は船酔いのため景色どころではなっかたようでした。

  • 景色は最高でしたが。。。

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

It was an authentic show. 本場のショーでした

Reviewed by: shi

It was a two and a half hour stage, and I had a great time without getting bored. The food was delicious as well. I think I would have enjoyed it even more if I understood English.

2時間半のステージでしたが飽きることなく楽しかったです。
食事も美味しかったです。
英語が分かればもっと楽しめたと思います。

  • いろいろな衣装に着替えて奇麗でした。

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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

Unable to reach the summit due to bad weather... 悪天候で山頂登れず。。。

Reviewed by: kurako2000

Due to bad weather, we couldn't reach the summit. We also couldn't see the sunset because of the clouds. It's unfortunate since I was looking forward to it, but it can't be helped because of the weather. We were able to see the starry sky, but due to the full moon, it wasn't a perfect starry night... You really need to check the calendar before going to avoid missing out.

悪天候のため山頂まで登れませんでした。
サンセットも雲で見れませんでした。
天候のためなので仕方ありませんが、楽しみにしていたので残念でした。
星空は見れましたが、満月のため満点の星空とはいかず。。。ちゃんと暦を見て行かないと損します。

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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

A sunset and a starry sky viewed from above the clouds. 雲の上から見るサンセットと満点の星空

Reviewed by: みにー

Tour:
We came to Hawaii for our honeymoon and participated in this tour to experience the great outdoors.

They picked us up right on time in front of the hotel, and we got on the shuttle. We drove through some rough roads, but the driving was careful, so the ride was comfortable. Over the course of about 2-3 hours, we gradually ascended in elevation while taking breaks for the restroom and meals. As the altitude increased, the temperature dropped, so we gradually added more layers of clothing. During the drive, the guide provided explanations about the land, plants, and the Big Island, which was enjoyable.

Sunset:
We went to the summit of Mauna Kea. The sea of clouds was gently floating, and the sun was setting, turning red as it sank. The sky, dyed in shades of crimson and blue, was enchanting. It felt like we were not on Earth. While at the summit, the guide took photos with my camera and smartphone.

Starry Sky:
Immediately after the sunset, we moved to a spot to view the starry sky. Since it was February, it was the rainy season, but we were lucky as it had been clear for the past week. Moreover, it was a new moon, so the stars were visible across the sky without being disturbed by moonlight, creating the best conditions! There were many stars that are usually not visible, and the night sky sparkled beautifully. While we gazed at the stars, the guide used a laser pointer to explain the constellations and took photos again.

Impressions:
It was simply amazing! I was able to feel the great outdoors, and it was a series of moving experiences. I want to come back to the Big Island again. The guide was also very attentive, allowing us to participate in the tour with peace of mind. Next time, I would like to try a different tour.

Advice:
- As noted, it's a good idea to bring warm clothing. The guide lent us ski pants, jackets, and gloves, but it's necessary to have at least basic pants, heat tech, and a sweater. Also, the tips of my sneakers were cold, so I think bringing adhesive heat packs for your socks would be helpful.
- All transportation was by shuttle. I don't have much confidence in my physical stamina, but it was not a problem at all. However, as the altitude increases, the oxygen thins, so I made sure to take deep breaths. The guide advised that people prone to anemia should avoid squatting.

ツアー:
ハネムーンでハワイ旅行に来ていて、大自然を感じたくてこのツアーに参加しました。

時間通りホテルの前まで迎えに来てくれて、シャトルに乗りました。荒い道も通りましたが、運転が丁寧だったので乗り心地は良かったです。
2-3時間程、トイレ、ご飯休憩を挟みながらドライブで徐々に標高が上がっていきました。
標高が高いと気温が下がっていくので、徐々に着る服を増やしていきました。
移動中はガイドさんが土地や植物やハワイ島について説明をしてくれて楽しかったです。

サンセット:
マウナケア山の頂上へ行きました。雲海がゆらゆら浮かんでいて、そこに太陽が赤くなりながら沈んでいきました。
茜色と青色に染まっていく空が幻想的でした。地球に居ないような感覚になりました。
山頂にいる間、ガイドさんが自分のカメラやスマホで写真撮影をしてくれました。

星空:
サンセットの後すぐに移動して星空を観るスポットに行きました。
2月だったので雨季でしたが、ここ1週間は晴れているとのことでラッキーでした。しかもちょうど新月の日で、月明かりに邪魔されずに星が空一面に見えて、最高のコンディションでした!
いつも見えていない星がたくさん浮かんでいて、夜空がきらきら輝いて本当に綺麗でした。
星を眺める間、ガイドさんがレーザーポインターを使って星座の説明をしてくれました。ここでも写真撮影をしてくれました。

感想:
もう、最高でした!
大自然を感じることができて、感動の連続でした。ハワイ島にまた来たいです。
ガイドさんも丁寧で、安心してツアーに参加することができました。次回は違うツアーにも参加してみたいです。

アドバイス:
・注意書きにもありますが防寒着を持っていくと良いです。でもガイドさんがスキーウェアのズボンとジャケット、グローブを貸してくれますが、最低限のズボンやヒートテック、セーターは必要です。あとスニーカーのつま先は寒かったので靴下に貼るカイロを持っていくと良いかなと思います。
・移動は全てシャトルでした。私は体力に自信がないですが、全く問題ありませんでした。でも標高があがると酸素が薄くなるので、深呼吸するよう心がけました。ガイドさんには貧血気味の人はしゃがまないようにとアドバイスをしてくれました。

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

Traditional Luau & Hula Hawaiian Show 伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー

Reviewed by: Akemi

The event was held four times a week, and the schedule worked out well. At the opening, the ceremony where King Kamehameha's group solemnly landed on the ship really enhanced the atmosphere, which was great. The buffet-style food was well-managed by the staff, allowing guests to fill their plates without waiting in line, and during the wait, we could enjoy drinks while watching a mini-show, which was nice. The menu was clearly introduced on the website in advance, featuring many local Hawaiian ingredients and dishes, and the taste was excellent. The hula dance and fire show performed by the young male and female artists were beautiful and impressive. It was a satisfying show.

週4回の開催で日程がうまくとれた。
オープニングで、船に乗ってカメハメハ大王一団が厳かに上陸するセレモニーが雰囲気を盛り上げてくれ、よかった。
バイキング形式のお料理は、係員がお客を上手に案内して並ばずに盛り込め、待ち時間中はミニショーを見ながらドリンクがいただけてよかった。お料理の内容も事前にウエブで紹介されわかりやすく、ハワイ特産の素材、料理が多く、味もよかった。
フラダンス、ファイアーショーは演技者の若者男女、美しく、かっこよかった。満足いくショーでした。

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