All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

On the way to the summit, we gradually acclimatized to prevent altitude sickness, but when we reached the top, a few people seemed to be suffering from it. It seems that if you sit and watch the sunset without forcing yourself to move, you'll be okay. We observed the starry sky from a point much lower than the summit, where the symptoms of altitude sickness had subsided, and we were able to enjoy stargazing. It was the best tour, as we got to see a starry sky that we usually can't see.

山頂に向かう途中で高山病対策で少しずつ体を慣らしていくのですが、山頂につくと数人高山病にかかり辛そうでした。無理に動かず座ってサンセットを見ていれば何とかなるようです。星空観測は山頂からだいぶ降りた所で観測したのでそこでは高山病の症状は治まっており楽しく星空観測出来ました。
普段見れない星空を見ることが出来最高のツアーでした

The sunset from the 4200m summit was wonderful. I was thrilled to see the observatory with the Subaru Telescope. The stargazing from 3500m was also great. I was worried about altitude sickness, but I was able to enjoy it without any issues. I am grateful to our guide, Jin.

4200mの山頂からの夕日は素晴らしかったです。スバル望遠鏡のある天文台が見られ感激しました。3500mからの星の観賞も良かった。高山病を心配していましたが、そのようなこともなく楽しめました。ガイドの仁さんに感謝します。

I could see fish well from the window.
Some fish followed the boat, and they were cute.
I listened to the Japanese channel on my headphones, but I thought it would be nice if it were a bit more fulfilling.
However, even without that, it was enjoyable just to watch.

窓からよく魚が見えました。
魚が、船についてくるのがいて、
かわいかったです。
ヘッドホンで、日本語チャンネルを
聞きましたが、もう少し充実されると
いいかと思いました。
でも、そんなのがなくても、見るだけで
楽しかったです。

The day I participated was my 53rd birthday. The weather was perfect, and the starry sky exceeded my expectations. Tyra, the navigator from Masashi Nature School, was amazing and made it a wonderful birthday. Tyra was born in Okinawa and lived in Kanagawa until the second year of high school, so her Japanese is perfect. She made our conversations enjoyable with jokes and shared a wealth of interesting facts, which was very educational. Her explanations of the starry sky added a unique touch, and the trivia related to stars and constellations was incredibly fascinating, making me say "Wow!" repeatedly. I definitely want to join Tyra's tour again.

参加した日は私の53回目の誕生日でした。天気に恵まれ想像以上の満点の星空、マサシネイチャースクールのナビゲーターのタイラさんも最高で素晴らしい誕生日になりました。
タイラさんは沖縄生まれその後神奈川県で高2まで日本に居たそうで、日本語は完璧、冗談交えて会話が楽しく、うんちくの引出しも多く大変勉強になりました。星空の解説も通常の説明に一味付け加え、星、星座にちなんだうんちくも大変面白く「へぇー」の連発でした。是非またタイラさんのツアーに参加したいです。

We participated as a family of five. Our youngest was just two months shy of turning 10, but the VELTRA staff quickly coordinated with the local team, allowing all of us to join without any issues. (It seems age and height are important.)

They also provide thorough preparation and practice before the tour, so I think families with children need not worry. (My middle and high school kids pick things up faster than I do!)

This was my fifth time on the Big Island, but the explanation of Kona's history, which I found lacking in travel guides, really left a strong impression on me.

The passionate guidance from the president and the kind support from our guide, Masako, were outstanding! I will participate in the 120-minute tour next time.

家族5人で参加しました。末っ子が10歳まで2ヶ月足りませんでしたが、VELTRAスタッフの方が現地スタッフへ素早い対応をしていただき、無事に全員で乗ることが出来ました。（年齢+身長が重要みたいです）
ツア－前の準備練習もしっかり行って頂けるので、お子様連れの方も心配ないと思います。（私より、中・高校生の子供の方が飲み込み早い！）
私はハワイ島は5回目でしたが、旅行ガイドだけでは印象の薄かったコナの歴史を解説頂き、非常に心に残りました。
社長の熱血指導、ガイドのマサコさんのやさしい対応！最高でした！！
次回は120分ツア－に参加します。

Probably the most beautiful Milky Way in the Northern Hemisphere! The density is incredibly rich and beautiful. Satellites and shooting stars look really big. The borrowed winter clothing is warm enough and comfortable. Since restaurants close after 10 PM on the way back, let's prepare some late-night snacks at the hotel.

おそらく北半球で最も美しい天の川！濃度が実に濃く美しい。衛星や流れ星もすごく大きく見えます。貸してもらえる防寒着で十分暖かく快適です。帰りが10時過ぎて食事の店はしまってしまうのでホテルに夜食を準備しておきましょう

I chose this tour because it focuses on stargazing and photography at a relatively high altitude (I actually had discount coupons for other tours and was quite torn about my choice). In the end, it was extremely good! My family participated, and we were able to capture my son's best shots as well as some great photos of the volcano, which left us all thrilled.

While the weather is a matter of luck, I could feel the professionalism and teamwork of the company. Next time, I would like to use this service for a sunrise tour. Thank you very much!

類似のツアーのうち、比較的高い高度での星空観察や写真撮影のことがポイントでこちらを選びました(実は他のツアーの割り引き券もあり、かなり迷ったのですが・・)。結果、非常に良かったです！家族で参加させていただきましたが、息子のベストショット撮影やちょうど火山の様子もわかる写真も手元に残り、皆で感激しました。
天候に恵まれたことは運任せになりますが、会社としての連携プレーなどプロの仕事ぶりを感じることができました。
今度はサンライズで利用させていただきたいと思います。ありがとうございました！

A wonderful way to experience the diversity of the island. There were frequent stops with ample time to enjoy the site and/or walk the trails. Many foods to sample along the way and delicious lunch! Awana was an informed and entertaining guide who was flexible throughout the day to make sure we could get the best experience.

After departing from the port, we spent quite a while on the boat. It was a long ride, and the sea wasn't particularly rough, but including the kids, our family was hit hard by seasickness. So, we couldn't enjoy breakfast...

However, once we arrived at the snorkeling spot and got into the water, the seasickness improved, and everyone was thrilled to be in the deep, clear sea.

On the way back, we encountered dolphins, which was super exciting. But then, shortly after that, I felt nauseous again and ended up resting while returning.

The captain was cheerful and lively, making it a lot of fun. I think the hamburgers for lunch would have been really delicious if we hadn't been seasick!

港を出発して結構な時間、船に乗ります。これがなかなか長く、大して海も荒れているわけでもありませんが、子どもたち含め、我が家は船酔いでダウンしました。ですので、朝ごはんは楽しめず。。。
しかし、シュノーケル場所に到着して、海に入ってしまえば、船酔いもよくなり、深いのに透明な海でみんな大喜びしていました。
帰りの船でイルカに遭遇し、大興奮しました。が、またそのあとげろげろになり、寝ながら戻ったという感じです。
船長も陽気、ノリノリでとても楽しく、お昼のハンバーガーも船酔いしていなかったらとてもおいしかったと思います！

The weather was very nice, and I was able to see the sunset, the Milky Way, the moon, and almost everything across the entire Big Island! I really appreciated the guide's explanations and support for taking photos. Next time I go to the Big Island, I want to see the sunrise with this tour company. Thank you!

天気がとてもよく、ハワイ島全域、日の入り、天の川、月と、ほぼすべて見ることができました！
またガイドさんによる説明や写真撮影サポート、大変ありがたかったです。
今度ハワイ島に行くときはこのツアー会社での日の出を見に行きたいです。
ありがとうございました！

You can choose the tour, but you can't choose the weather. It was a windy day, so the boat was really rocking. Some people were holding their heads and feeling sick (including my son).

According to reviews, it didn't seem like there would be many participants, but on the day we went, I think there were over 50 people on board. The second floor was almost full.

We saw dolphins right after we set off. There were several of them, which was a great start.

It takes about 40-50 minutes to reach the snorkeling point. Once we arrived, we received a safety briefing before heading out to snorkel. The water was clear, and we could see fish and sea urchins. My 4-year-old daughter also put on the fins and goggles we borrowed and swam. The waves were high, so just swimming was quite challenging.

After snorkeling, we enjoyed a waterslide from the boat. It was thrilling but fun.

We had breakfast and lunch on the boat, and the lunch burgers were delicious.

Seeing my son suffering from seasickness and a headache, an American lady said, "Drinking ginger ale will help." However, I'm not sure if that's true.

Anyway, it was tough with the high waves, but it was a very good experience!

ツアーは選べても、天気は選べません。強風の日だったので、ボートがスゴく揺れました。何人かの人が頭を抱え、寝込んでいました。(我が息子もですが。)

口コミでは、そんなに参加者も多くなさそうでしだか、私らが参加した日は、50人以上は乗船していたと思います。二階席もほぼ満席でした。

出発してすぐにイルカは見れました。何頭もいて、幸先良いスタートでした。

シュノーケルポイントまでは、40-50分？乗ります。着いたら安全に関するレクチャーを受けてから、いざシュノーケルに出陣。水は澄んで、魚もウニも見えました。４歳の娘も一丁前に借りた足のフィンとゴーグルを着けて、泳ぎました。波が高かったので、ただ泳ぐのも大変でした。

シュノーケルのあとは、ボートからのウォータースライダー。スリリングだけど、楽しかったです。

朝食もランチもボートで食べましたが、ランチのバーガーは美味しかったです。

船酔いで頭が痛くて仕方なかった息子を見かねて、アメリカンのオバチャマが、"ジンジャエールを飲むと、マシになるよ。"と言っていたものの、定かではありません。

とにかく、波が高くて大変でしたが、とても良い経験が出来ました！

I participated in a tour to observe the starry sky at Mauna Kea, hoping for a sky full of stars during the new moon. The weather was clear at the summit of Mauna Kea, and I was excited for what promised to be a wonderful night of stargazing. However, around sunset, clouds suddenly spread across the sky, and the sunset only peeked through the gaps in the clouds. Despite this, I was very lucky to see the rare phenomenon of sun pillars. After that, it started to rain, and the stars seemed to vanish. The guides, Shin and Big Jin, began searching for a stargazing spot. When we had descended quite a bit, they explained, "Let's wait for another five minutes, and if the clouds don't clear, we'll head back." Just as everyone was starting to give up, the clouds suddenly parted, and although it was brief, we were able to see the Milky Way. We may not be able to conquer the weather, but thanks to the guides' efforts, we were able to enjoy the starry sky. Thank you very much.

マウナケアでの星空観測、新月での満天の星空を期待してツアーに参加しました。マウナケアの頂上までは晴天で、今日はすばらしい星空観測日和と期待にわくわくしました。ところが、日没のころには急に雲が広がってしまい、夕日は雲のすきまからしか顔を見せてくれませんでした。そんな中ですが、太陽柱という珍しい景色を見ることができ、とてもラッキーでした。その後は、雨が降ってきて星空はどこへやら。ガイドのシンさん・ビッグジンさんによる星空観測場所探しが始まりました。かなり標高を下ったところで、「もう5分待って雲が切れなかったら帰りましょう。」と説明があり、みんなが諦めかけていたところに、突然雲が切れ、短時間ではありましたが、天の川まで見ることができました。天候に勝つことはできませんが、ガイドさんの努力により無事に星空を見ることができました。ありがとうございました。

Since it was my first time on the Big Island, my husband and I decided to participate in the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour! I was worried about altitude sickness since I had never climbed a high mountain before, but it was not a problem at all. The weather was fantastic that day, and both the sunset and stargazing from near the observatory were truly amazing, creating memories for a lifetime. If you're going to the Big Island, I highly recommend this tour.

初めてのハワイ島だったので、ぜひマウナケアのサンセットと星空観測に行きたいと思い夫婦二人で参加しました！
高い山には登ったことがないので、高山病を心配していたのですが、まったく問題ありませんでした。
当日はとても天気が良かったので、天文台付近から見たサンセットも星空観察も本当に素晴らしく、一生の思い出になりました。
ハワイ島に行くなら、このツアーをおすすめします。

The phone call for reconfirmation until the day before was a hassle. I don't understand why it's necessary when I've already paid with a credit card. Moreover, since I was planning to participate on the day of arrival, I had to call from Japan considering the time difference.

When I asked about the rain policy, they said that if it rains heavily, we would go under the roof. In the case of a storm, they would decide around 5 PM whether to cancel or not.

After reading other people's experiences, I was surprised to see a long line when I went to line up before 5 PM! Perhaps it was because it was the high season in late July. Registration started at 5:30 PM, and we got to wear shell leis for photos. You can upgrade to flower or nut leis for an additional fee. You can refuse the photo session.

Seating is based on the order of the line. If you pay about 20 dollars more, you can get a table at the very front.

The host talks a lot and sings as well. The English isn't too difficult, and you can still enjoy it even if you don't understand everything. There are hula lessons, traditional games, and stamp tattoos. They show you the whole roasted pig being pulled up, followed by a performance where the king lands from the sea. You're instructed to get your meal from the front tables. Drinks are all-you-can-drink (some are paid), but the bar is far away and inconvenient.

You can see dances from various Polynesian regions. The fire dance was the most exciting. I saw a similar show at Fish Eye in Guam, but the stage here is smaller overall, and there are fewer dancers. The fire dance only has one male performer.

I can tell they are trying to entertain us, but it was very long, and I ended up dozing off a bit.

At the end, you can take photos with the dancers using your phone or other devices. No one seemed to be tipping. The price of the show is much cheaper than in Waikiki, but since I haven't seen it in Waikiki, I can't compare the cost performance.

前日までのリコンファームの電話が面倒です。クレジットカードで支払い済みなのに、どうして必要なのかがわかりません。しかも、到着当日の参加を予定していたので、時差を考えて日本から電話しなくてはなりませんでした。
雨の場合を聞いたところ、かなり降ったら屋根の下に入ると言っていました。嵐の場合は5時頃に中止するかどうか決めるとのことでした。

他の方の体験談を拝見し、5時前に並びに行ったら、既に大行列でビックリ！！7月下旬のハイシーズンだったからでしょうか。5時半から受付が始まり、貝殻のレイをかけてもらって写真撮影。レイはお金を払えばお花や木の実のレイにアップグレードできます。写真撮影は拒否できます。
座席は並んだもの順で前からです。20ドルくらい多く払うと、最も前のテーブルになるようです。

ホストの方がしゃべるしゃべる。歌も歌う。そんなに難しい英語ではないし、分からなくても楽しめます。フラのレッスンや伝統ゲームに興じたり、スタンプタトゥーがあります。
豚の丸焼きを引き上げるのを見せてくれ、直後に王が海から上陸する演出。食事は前方テーブルからに取りにいくよう指示されます。飲み物は飲み放題ですが（一部有料）、バーが遠くて面倒です。
ここまでが長いこと！

ポリネシア各地の踊りを見せてもらえます。ファイアーダンスが一番盛り上がっていました。グアムのフィッシュアイでも同様のショーを見ましたが、こちらは全体的にステージが小さくダンサーの数は少ないです。ファイヤーダンスも男性が一人だけです。

色々と楽しませようとしてくださっているのは伝わるのですが、とても長いので、一部寝てしまいました。

最後はダンサーの方と手持ちの携帯などで写真を撮れます。特にチップを払っている人はいませんでした。ショーのお値段はワイキキよりずっと安いですが、ワイキキでは見ていないので、コスパ比較はできません。

The sunset at the summit was amazing!!
And for stargazing, I was able to see the moon, Mars, and Kilauea Volcano all at the same time!!
It was a full moon, so it was a shame I couldn't see the Milky Way... but I was able to see many constellations, so it's all good~

山頂での夕焼けは、最高でした！！
そして、星空観測は、月と火星とキラウエア火山が同時に見れました！！
満月だったので、天の川が見れなかったのは、残念でしたが… 星座は、たくさん観れたのでOK〜

The starry sky that changed the life of the tour guide truly lived up to its promise. The beautiful sunset, the star-filled sky, and the incredibly entertaining guide, Matsuchan, created wonderful memories.

The photos taken against the backdrop of the fantastical scenery of Kilauea Volcano's red glow reflecting on the clouds and the starry sky are treasures. Although the camera I brought was nothing special, they prepared a high-sensitivity camera there, so I was relieved to be able to take many photos.

I was also happy that the bento box served along the way tasted just like the ones I eat in Japan.

ツアーガイドの人生を変えたという星空、その言葉に偽りはありませんでした。きれいな夕日、満天の星空、面白すぎるガイドの松ちゃん。本当に良い思い出となりました。
キラウェア火山の赤が雲に映る幻想的な景色と星空を背景に撮影した写真は宝物です。持参したカメラは大したことないものでしたが、むこうで高感度カメラを準備してくれて、たくさん写真を撮ってもらえるので、安心です。
途中出ていた幕の内弁当も日本で食べる味と同じで嬉しかったです。

I participated with my middle school daughter. Both of us were a bit tired on the fifth day in Hawaii. The weather was nice, and we could see the sunset, the moon, and the stars clearly. I regretted that we couldn't see the Milky Way because the moon was so bright. We could also see the glow of the Kilauea volcano faintly. The scenery of the Big Island along the way was beautiful, and the various guide explanations were interesting. Matt's chatter was enjoyable too. I wondered if he was okay talking so much in such thin oxygen. I appreciated his effort to entertain us. The down jacket and pants we borrowed were incredibly warm. The miso soup we had in the cold was very delicious!

中学生の娘と参加。私も娘も、やや疲れ気味のハワイ5日目。お天気もよくて夕日、月、星共によく見えました。月が明るくて天の川が見えなかったのが心残り。キラウエアの火山のあかりもボンヤリとみえました。途中のハワイ島の景色も良かったし、色々なガイド説明も興味深かった。まっちゃんのおしゃべりも楽しかったです。酸素が薄い中、あんなに、話し続けて、大丈夫かな？私たちを楽しませてくれようとする気持ちがありがたかったです。借りたダウンとズボンは凄く暖かかった。寒い中で食べる味噌汁はとてもおいしかった！

Husband and I throughly enjoyed the excursion! Our guide blew us away with his well rounded knowledge of the island, its geography and history. The coffee farm and meal were a special treat before an evening of stargazing.

This was our second time, but since it was my niece's first time on the Big Island, we participated. My sister, who is not good with heights, felt unwell, but our guides, Shin and Matsuzaki, were very kind and supportive. (She used oxygen a couple of times, but she said she really enjoyed it.) My niece, who was participating for the first time, was thrilled and felt it was great to join. Matsuzaki's storytelling was very enjoyable, and during the stargazing, we forgot about the cold and shortness of breath, laughing a lot while enjoying the stars. Next time, I would like to join another tour with a different Masashi Nature School.

私たちは2度目でしたが、ハワイ島初めての姪っ子がいたので、参加しました。
高所が不得意な姉が気分を悪くしましたが、ガイドのシンさんや、松崎さんが優しく対応してくださり、（2回ほど酸素吸入しましたが）、姉もとても楽しめたと言っていました。初参加の姪は、大はしゃぎで参加してよかったと思っています。
松崎さんのおしゃべりはとても楽しく、星空観察の際は、寒さや息苦しさも忘れて大笑いをしながら星空を楽しめました。
次回は、また別のマサシネーチャースクールのツアーに参加したいと思います。

Since it was my first time on the Big Island, I really wanted to go to Mauna Kea, so I joined the tour!

The guide was a lot of fun, and we were laughing so much in the car. Before I knew it, we arrived at the Onizuka Center. We had an early dinner there, and the bento with miso soup was delicious—it had been a while since I had Japanese food.

The weather was really nice that day, and both the sunset and the starry sky were beyond words in their beauty!

Depending on the weather, I definitely recommend this tour.

初ハワイ島だったのでぜひマウナケアに行きたいと思い参加しました！

ガイドさんがとっても楽しい方で車の中は大爆笑。あっと言う間にオニヅカセンターへ。そこで早めの夕飯を食べましたが、お弁当に味噌汁付きで久しぶりの日本食が美味しかったです。

当日はとても天気が良かったこともあり、サンセットも星空も言葉では言い表せない素晴らしさでした！

天気にもよりますが、ぜひお勧めしたいツアーです。

I was lucky to have great weather. The starry sky changed my perspective on life. I saw two big shooting stars, and the view of the red glow from Kilauea Volcano reflecting on the clouds was magical. They also took commemorative photos with a high-sensitivity camera, and I'm looking forward to downloading them.
They provided information on how to cope with the thin air at high altitudes, and there are oxygen tanks available for those who feel unwell, which is reassuring.
Seeing is believing.

天気に恵まれてラッキーでした。満天の星空は、人生観が変わります。大きな流れ星も、２つ見え、キラウェア火山の赤が雲に映る景色も幻想的でした。高感度カメラで記念写真も撮ってくれて、ダウンロードするのが楽しみです。
酸素が薄い高地での対処方法も教えて下さるし、具合の悪い方用酸素ボンベもあり、安心です。
百聞は一見にしかずです。

We participated as a couple. We were worried about altitude sickness, but we were completely fine. We wore jackets, long pants, and knit hats for warmth. Additionally, we wore borrowed cold-weather gear, so we weren't cold at the summit. The sunset at the top was incredibly beautiful and moving. The stargazing was also amazing, and it was the first time I took photos with the starry sky as a backdrop. After returning to Japan, I downloaded the photos and was pleased with how well they turned out. It was the best memory. Thank you very much.

　夫婦２名の参加です。高山病の心配をしていましたが、全然平気でした。
寒さ対策にジャケットと長ズボン、ニット帽を着用。それに借りた防寒着を着たので、頂上でも寒くはありませんでした。頂上では、サンセットがとても綺麗で感動しました。星空観測も星がとても綺麗で、星空をバックにした写真を撮ったのは初めてでした。日本に帰ってからダウンロードした写真を見ましたが、とても良く撮れていて良かったです。最高の思い出です。ありがとうございました。

Mauna Kea, where various astronomical telescopes from different countries, including the Subaru Telescope, are installed. Since it's quite rare to tour the interior of the Subaru Telescope, I booked this tour.

The vehicle, which can accommodate about 14 people, was full. To ensure everyone had a good view from the windows, the guide kindly arranged seat changes at each rest stop, making sure everyone was treated fairly.

After enjoying a lunch at the Onizuka Center on Mauna Kea, we ascended an unpaved road with a steep incline, and the scenery from there was like being on the moon, with a landscape entirely of brown soil, creating a different world.

The sunset viewed from the various observatories on Mauna Kea was truly magnificent. After the sunset, we descended a bit to stargaze. I was amazed by the countless stars, and under the stunning night sky, we learned about the Southern Cross and various other stars that cannot be seen in Japan. It was a truly wonderful experience. I was very satisfied with the tour.

スバル望遠鏡等の様々な国の天体望遠鏡が設置されているマウナケア山。なかなかスバル望遠鏡の内部見学はできないため、このツアーを予約しました。
14名程度が乗れる車は満席でした。窓からの景色が良く見えるようにと、ガイドさんが休憩場所ごとに席替えをし、皆さんが公平になるように配慮してくださいました。
マウナケア山のオニヅカセンターでお弁当を頂いた後、急勾配の舗装されていない道を上っていくのですが、そこから見える景色はまるで月にいるような茶色の土一色で、別世界でした。
マウナケア山の各国の天文台付近から見たサンセットは本当に素晴らしかったです。
また、サンセットの後、少し下った場所で星空を見学しました。こんなに星があったのか、と驚くほどの満天の星空の下、日本では見ることのできない南十字星や様々な星の解説をしてくださり、とても素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができました。大満足のツアーでした。

We only had one day on the big island and wanted to see as much as possible. This tour takes you all the way around with multiple, although brief stops and several locations. Could omit the coffee tasting and spend more time on the black beach or at the falls.

Our guide, Keith, was full of history, folk lore and traditional information which was a big bonus.
If you want history and a good whirlwind tour of the island, this tour is for you.
Of note, lunch was provided and this service has its own chef who prepares the meals. Very healthy sampling of the typical fare at area restaurants, however, when it’s served in lieu of a cold sandwich and a picturesque park, it suddenly becomes one of the best meals of the vacation.

Unfortunately, it was raining down below, and when we had an early dinner, we ate our bento in the drizzle, but the teriyaki chicken and the miso soup we were given were very delicious. When we reached the summit, the wind was very strong, and the warm clothing we borrowed was very helpful.

During the stargazing, what impressed me the most was seeing the Ocean Entry glowing red. The Southern Cross was also clearly visible. It's a shame that we couldn't see many stars due to the weather, but I was thrilled just to witness the beautiful sunset. Thank you very much. Later, when I took a helicopter tour over Kīlauea Volcano, seeing the incredible steam rising from Ocean Entry made me feel even more moved, realizing that I had seen this from Mauna Kea. I appreciate the guide from Okinawa. It was a lot of fun.

下界は生憎雨が降っていて、早めの夕食取るときは霧雨の中お弁当食べましたが、照り焼きチキンと入れていただいた味噌汁がとてもおいしかったです。山頂に登るととても風が強く、貸していただいた防寒着がとても役立ちました。
星空観察時に何と言ってもオーシャンエントリーが赤く見えたことが印象的でした。南十字星もはっきり見えました。天候のせいで星がたくさん見れなかったことが残念ですが、美しいサンセット見れただけで感激です。ありがとうございました。後日ヘリツアーでキラウエア火山の上空見たときにオーシャンエントリーの立ち上るものすごい水蒸気みて、マウナケア山からこれが見れたんだなーと感激ひとしおでした。沖縄出身のガイドさんお世話になりました。楽しかったです。

The meeting is at 15:30, and it takes about four hours in a relaxed manner. I didn't expect much from the food, and it turned out as I anticipated. However, if you can have a normal conversation in English, it might actually be quite interesting. We encountered dolphins, or rather, there was a dolphin show happening around the boat in a certain area of the sea.

15:30集合からダラダラと四時間程度かかります。食事も期待しないで行きましたが、やはり予想通りでした。ただ、英語で普通に会話出来れば案外面白いかも。
イルカには遭遇というか、航路上のある海域で、船のまわりでイルカショー状態でした。

The weather can be unpredictable, but we were lucky enough to see a beautiful sunset and the Milky Way at the right time. We were able to take plenty of photos, which we received for free. The volcanic eruption added to the experience, making it truly wonderful.

天候に左右されますが、タイミングよく綺麗なサンセット、天の川を見ることが出来ました。
写真をいっぱい撮ってもらえました、無料で貰えます。
火山の噴火もかさなり、素晴らしい体験が出来ました。

You will board the submarine after going a little offshore from the dock. The interior of the submarine has two rows, both of which are by the windows, allowing you to observe the underwater scenery without any stress. My 4-year-old grandchild who accompanied me was also very excited. All the staff members are young and friendly. I especially recommend this experience for families with small children.

船着き場よりやや沖にでてから潜水艦に乗り込みます。潜水艦の内部は２列ですがいずれも窓側でそれぞれの窓からストレスなく海中（海底）の様子がうかがえます。同行した４歳の孫も大興奮でした。スタッフの皆さんもみな若くてフレンドリー。特にご小さいお子さんを連れたご家族の方におすすめできます。

As the reviews mentioned, it seems that there is a long line, so when I went to the front at 5 PM for the 5:30 PM reception, there was a long queue next to the front desk! Everyone was shouting something together, and I panicked thinking I was late, but it was still okay. I was seated about three rows from the front, which made it very easy to see, and the food was quite delicious. The atmosphere was friendly and lively, and I really enjoyed it.

口コミの通り並ぶようなので、1730受付のところ17時にフロントに行ったところフロント横に長蛇の列！なにやら掛け声をみんなで掛け合っていてやばい遅れてしまったと焦ったのですがまだ大丈夫。前から三列目ぐらいの席でとても見やすく、ご飯もなかなか美味しかったし、和気あいあいとしていてとてもいい雰囲気で楽しめました。

The sunset near the summit of Mauna Kea and the stargazing a little lower down were incredibly beautiful and moving.

I heard that the stars are more visible when the moon is not out, but when we participated, the moon was present. However, we enjoyed observing the moon through a telescope, so it was still a great experience.

Additionally, our guide shared insights that only someone living on the Big Island would know, which was helpful for our trip. 😊

マウナケア頂上付近からの夕日と、そこから少し下った場所での星空観察はとても綺麗で感動しました。

星空は月が出ない方が空が暗くて星が綺麗に見えるとのことでしたが、私たちが参加した時は月が出てました。ただ、それはそれで月を望遠鏡で観察させてもらうなど楽しめました。

また、ガイドさんがハワイ島に暮らしているからこそわかるような情報を教えてくれたりして、それも旅行の役に立ちました(^^)