All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

The sunset was beautiful♪ There was snow too♪ But it was incredibly cold~
The sand was blowing up, making my ears and mouth gritty!
It was so windy that we had to stick together, or we felt like we would be blown away, and our faces hurt!
Oh, and the lid of the bento (with tonkatsu, yakisoba, and rice) flew off, and the miso soup got cold quickly if you didn't drink it fast! Since dinner is early, it's better to prepare something to eat when you get back! By the time we returned, room service had already ended, and we ended up getting two sandwich boxes (clubhouse sandwiches) for free from the hotel staff (which was a lifesaver).
And they were delicious.
I tried raw cauliflower and broccoli for the first time!

As a thank you, I gave them a Japanese hand towel.

I saw the silver sword grass. (So happy)
Stargazing wasn't cold at all.
It was breathtaking♪
I even spotted the movement of satellites with the naked eye!
The Milky Way, Saturn's rings, and a sky full of stars★☆
You should definitely go and see it at least once!

夕日キレイー♪雪もあった♪しかしウンガー寒かったあ~
砂が舞い上がって耳や口がジャリジャリだあー
二人でくっついてないと飛ばされる程で顔が痛かった！
そうそう、お弁当（トンカツと焼きソバにライス）の蓋は飛ぶし味噌汁は速く飲まないと冷えるよ！早い時間の夕食なので帰ってから食べるもの用意した方が良いですヨ！帰る頃はルームサービスも終わっていて
うちらはホテルの従業員用の
サンドイッチボックス２個（クラブハウスサンド）をタダでもらっちゃいました（助かった）
またこれが美味しかった。
生のカリフラワー・ブロッコリーはじめて食べた！

お礼に日本のタオル手拭いを差し上げました。

銀剣草見れた。（嬉しい）
星空観測は寒くないよ
感激です♪
肉眼で人工衛星の移動も確認できた！
天の川、土星のリング、空一面の星★☆
一度は行って見るべきです！

I participated on April 11th. Initially, I had signed up for the 10th, but upon checking, I found out it was the day after the full moon. When I contacted the tour company, they informed me that the stars would be more beautiful on the 11th, so they changed my reservation.

Fortunately, on the 10th, there was snow, and the roads were closed, resulting in the tour being canceled. When we gathered on the 11th, we were still told that the roads were closed and we might not be able to reach the summit, but we received word that they had reopened partway, and the weather was improving. The summit was completely white from the previous day's snow, and there were people snowboarding.

During the sunset, the staff mentioned that it had been a long time since they had seen such a beautiful view, and it truly was stunning and moving. It was extremely cold, though... After the sunset, we had stargazing. We saw shooting stars, the Milky Way, and many stars I had never seen before. They provided detailed explanations about the stars, making it a fulfilling tour.

I had seen Mauna Kea on TV several times and always wanted to go. Depending on the weather, the sunset and stargazing might not be visible, but when I went, it was said to be as beautiful as it could get, so I was really glad to have fulfilled my wish.

４月１１日に参加しました。
最初は１０日で申し込んでいたのですが、調べると満月の
翌日でした。ツアー会社に問い合わせたところ、１１日の
方が星がキレイに見えるとのことで、変更していただきました。

とてもラッキーなことに、１０日は雪で道路が閉鎖されて
ツアーが中止されたそうです。
１１日も集合した時に、まだ閉鎖されていて、頂上まで行けないかもと言われてたのですが、途中で開通の連絡が入り、天候もよくなってきました。
前日の雪で山頂は真っ白。
スノボーやってる人もいました。

サンセットは、スタッフの人がこんなにキレイに見えたのは久しぶりと言ってたほどで、ほんとキレイで感動しました。
すっごい寒かったけど･･･
サンセットの後は、星空観測。
流れ星、天の川、今まで見たことない星をたくさん見ました。星の説明も丁寧にしてくれて、ボリューム満点のツアーでした。

何度かテレビで見ていて、いつか行きたいと思ってたマウナケア。天候によってはサンセットや星空がキレイに見れないようですが、私が行った時は、これ以上キレイには見えないと言われたほどで、ほんと念願かなってヨカッタです。

This was the best activity of our trip, and we did everything we could in two weeks! I wish we could have done this every day on every island. This is so appropriate for even small children - and even us old ones!

Overall the tour was enjoyable, but it could have been better. The driver forgot to pick me up at my hotel and I had to call to remind them. The driver/guide gave a great deal of information about everthing, so much so that the constant talk became a blur after a while. The sights we saw were great for a first timer to the island, but if I were to come back, I would stay on the west coast and drive over to see the volcano.

Very enjoyable and interesting! The naturalist was very knowledgeable and answered all questions posed by my grandchildren. The staff was very attentive to us.

If you're traveling to Hawaii, I think you should definitely experience this at least once. While water sports and shopping can be done in other places, shows like this are unique to Hawaii. Not only was there a language barrier, but all the procedures and arrangements were tailored for Americans, yet I still enjoyed it. I was satisfied with both the food and the show. It would have been nice if the leis and photos were included in the participation fee instead of having to pay for them on the spot, as I wanted to feel like I was receiving a gift.

ハワイに旅行に来たなら、一度は体験するといいと思います。ウォータースポーツや買い物は他の場所でもできますが、こういうショーはハワイ独特のものなので。言葉の問題だけでなく、すべての手続きやしきりがアメリカ人向けにできていましたが、楽しめました。お料理もショーも満足しました。価格を上げてもいいから、レイや写真はその場でお金を出して買うのでなく、参加費に含まれているとよかったです。プレゼントされる気分を味わいたかったので。

Not far from the shore, I was able to see the tails and backs of whales 4 to 5 times. Additionally, dolphins swam alongside the boat, and I was moved by their vitality, which is incomparable to what you see in an aquarium.

陸からさほど遠くない所で、鯨の尾びれや背中を4~5回見ることが出来ました。またイルカが船と一緒に泳いでくれ、水族館で見るものとは比較できないほどの躍動感に感動しました。

We boarded the afternoon cruise and checked in at the pier office, which was easy to find in front of the ship. Onboard, there was a generous service of drinks, fruits, and snacks (though I wished the drinks had a bit more creativity). The deck was spacious, mainly filled with international guests, and we encountered whales (after departing, we saw wild dolphins and captured six photos of a humpback whale's tail). The staff's instructions, even in English, were entertaining and easy to understand. They were very attentive to the guests and engaged with us multiple times, making it a fun half-day experience.

午後発のクルーズに乗船、桟橋オフィス（乗船する船の前受付が分かりやすい）チェックイン、船上ではドリンク、フルーツ、スナックサービス（ドリンクの味にひと工夫がほしい）は豊富にありました、甲板も広く外国の人が主ですがクジラ遭遇（出港すると野生イルカに遭遇、ザトウクジラの尾尾を６回写真に収める）による前後左右のスタッフの指示が英語であっても面白おかしく分かり易かった、スタッフは客の対応も熱心で私たちにもなんべんも話しかけてくれた楽しい半日でした。

Best meal we had on the island, & the entertainment was really well done. This was our first trip to the Big Island for our 20th anniversary, so we were trying to pack in a wide variety of activities. A Luau was almost a must on the list of things to do. We were not sure what to expect, but the experience was one we wouldn't have wanted to miss. Very well done by everyone involved. Mahalo!

Body Glove Whale Watching was Okay. The staff was nice, The snacks and beverages were nice. The boat was nice. My trip, though I booked it 3 months earlier, when I arrived at my hotel, it was changed. Sure, they comped the bar to have me switch, but the whales we did see were too far off to make the trip worth-while.

It was a trip from January 19 to 26, 2009, for a couple aged 119. This was our fourth time in Hawaii, but it was our first time on the Big Island. I wanted to go to Kota Kinabalu, but this time we completely followed my wife's wishes to go via the Big Island to Oahu, which included her desire to participate in stargazing at Mauna Kea and whale watching off the coast of Honolulu. I wasn't particularly interested in stargazing, but I went along with my wife's plans this time. Since we were going from a tropical climate to the summit of Mauna Kea at 4,200 meters with sub-zero temperatures, we needed to prepare as if we were going on a winter trip to Hokkaido. However, seeing the sunset at the summit and then the starry sky after it got completely dark was truly amazing! It felt like someone had opened countless pinholes in the sky and was shining lights from outside. I saw the Milky Way clearly for the first time in my life. Using a large telescope for pinpoint observations and the staff's easy-to-understand explanations made me feel like a temporary astronomy expert. You really realize that Earth is part of the universe. While warm clothing is provided, some preparation on your part is also necessary, so I had more luggage than on previous trips to Hawaii, but it was definitely worth it. Next time, I plan to go around June to immerse myself in a different summer night sky.

夫婦で１１９歳・２００９年１月１９日~２６日の旅でした。今回で４回目のハワイでしたが、ハワイ島は初めてでした。私はコタキナバルへ行きたかったのですが、今回は全面的に家内の希望でハワイ島経由オワフ島になり、それもこのマウナケアの星空観測とホノルル沖のホエールウォッチングへの参加が家内の希望でした。私は星空などはあまり興味もありませんでしたが今回は全面的に家内の計画に乗りました。常夏気候の平地から４２００ｍのマイナス気温のマウナケア山頂へ一気に行く訳ですから、冬の北海道旅行の様な支度が必要でした。しかし山頂でのサンセットを見て、その後　真っ暗になってからの星空、本当にすごかった！誰かが天空に無数の針穴を開けてその外からライトを当ててくれている様な感じがします。天の川だって生まれて初めてハッキリ見ました。大型天体望遠鏡を使ってのピンポイント観測とスタッフの分かり易い説明、一時の天体博士にもなりました。地球も宇宙の一員で有ることを実感しますよ。防寒着が用意されていますが、自分での準備も少しは必要ですので、今までのハワイ行きより荷物が増えましたが、十分おつりが来ましたね。今度は６月頃行きますよ。今と違う夏の星空に浸るために。

There was quite a bit of wind since we arrived on the Big Island. On the day of the tour, there were strong winds as well. The weather was wonderful, with clear skies and we could see the full view of Mauna Loa, but we couldn't reach the summit due to the strong winds! While watching the sunset and feeling a bit envious of the snowy summit visible in front of us, I resolved to come back for the amazing sunset! The starry sky is the second best after the Himalayas. The reason it's second is because the car lights interrupted the view. But thanks to the car, it’s easy to come back, so maybe it’s the best after all! They provided us with warm clothing, which was more comprehensive than other tours. At the Onizuka Center, it was about 10°C, but it felt quite cold due to the wind, so having a hat, gloves, and scarf is essential for warmth. To enjoy the starry sky for a long time, warm clothing is a must!

Although we couldn't reach the summit, I was very satisfied! I was also a bit happy to receive a refund of 15 for not being able to go to the summit! I will definitely go again!

ハワイ島に入ったときからかなりの風。ﾂｱｰ当日も強風。ぴかぴかで、途中ﾏｳﾅ・ﾛｱも裾野が全貌できるすばらしい天気なのに強風のため山頂へはいけず！夕日を眺めながら対面にちょこっと見える雪の山頂をうらみつつ、すばらしい夕日にまたくるぞと決意！星空はﾋﾏﾗﾔの次にすばらしいです。2番なのは車のライトが途中にはいったから。でも車のおかげで簡単にまたこられるので1番かな！防寒具は上下貸してくれて他のﾂｱｰより充実してました。ｵﾆｽﾞｶｾﾝﾀｰでは10℃はあったけど風でかなり寒く感じたので、帽子と手袋とｽｶｰﾌは持ってると防寒になります。星空を長く見るには防寒対策は必須！
めったにないCLOSEで山頂にはいけなかったけど大満足です！なのにに山頂にいけなかったということで15？返金していただきちょっとうれしかったです！また行きます！

I love the sky.

Whether it's a clear day with not a single cloud or a sky filled with fluffy clouds,

when the sunset shines through, an indescribable moment begins.

Who would have imagined on the tropical island of Hawaii that we could see snow? (There were even people snowboarding.)

It wasn't a perfectly clear day, but that's why we were able to see the sea of clouds, together with you.

I think there's something here that makes me want to visit again and again. I want to encounter a different scenery.

But I would prefer to see it again with you.

空が好きだ

雲ひとつない晴れ間も
もくもくと雲が広がる空も

そこに夕日が差し込むと
なんともいえない時間が始まる


常夏の島ハワイでいったい誰が
想像しただろう？雪を見れるなんて
（スノボーしている人もいたし）

快晴ではなかった
だからこそ雲海というものを見れた
君と、共に

ここには何度も訪れたくさせる何かがあると思う
また違う景色に出会いたい

けど、見るのはまた君と一緒がいいな

This is my second time coming to the Big Island. Last September, I was completely captivated by Hawaii, and now I'm back just three months later. This time, I’m determined to challenge Mauna Kea, which I couldn't visit on a day trip before! So, I arranged it for the second day of my arrival on December 15.

Since we left at noon, I was glad to have a leisurely morning. I was worried because there were many clouds, but mountain weather can change quickly, so I prayed for good conditions at the summit as we set off.

Our guide, who spoke in Kansai dialect, instantly transported me back to Japan with his lively chatter. The road was bumpy, especially on Saddle Road, which you can't reach by rental car.

We took a couple of breaks along the way, and as the temperature gradually dropped, I layered my clothes to acclimate to the increasing altitude. At the Onizuka Center, the traditional Japanese bento was quite delicious, and the miso soup warmed me up nicely. I also got to see the silversword plant.

We climbed through the clouds we could see from the ground and finally arrived at the summit, where various observatories from different countries are located. I borrowed some warm clothing. The temperature that day was around 1 degree Celsius. There was no wind, so it felt relatively warm for this time of year. However, if you go in with a Hawaiian mindset, it’s still quite cold. Surprisingly, I managed better than I expected, but I didn’t know about the gloves and missed the chance to borrow them, so my hands were freezing!

Just before sunset, I was able to witness a beautiful sunset as the sea of clouds below gradually turned orange. After the sunset, it changed to a rosy hue, and as it got darker, we descended a bit to the stargazing point. The starry sky was pitch black, and the temperature felt even colder. Perhaps due to the high altitude, my footing felt a bit unsteady, and my thinking was slowing down. There were a few clouds, but from the spots where the clouds cleared, we were carefully shown the constellations. I couldn’t remember half of what I saw with the laser pointer and telescope, but I was moved by the Andromeda Galaxy. The clouds gradually cleared, and at one point, I even saw the Milky Way.

After that, we just headed back. As we got closer to the ground, it started to warm up, and by the time we reached Kailua-Kona, it was hot. I really felt how amazing the Big Island is. I conquered the highest elevation of 4,205 meters (and did it easily by van), and in Japan...

ハワイ島に来るのは２回目。
前回９月にすっかりハワイ魅了されて、3ヶ月に再島。
日帰りでは訪れることのできなかったマウナケア、今回は絶対チャレンジするぞ！と到着２日目の12月15日にアレンジ♪

お昼出発だったので朝のんびりできてよかった~。
雲が多かったので心配でしたが、山の天気は変わりやすいので頼むよ山頂！と祈りながらの出発。

ガイドのみのっちは関西弁で一気に気持ちを日本へとつれてってくれました笑。
楽しいおしゃべりに道は進み、レンタカーでは行くことのできないサドルロードはかなりのがたがた道でした。

途中２回ほど休憩を取りますが、
だんだんと寒くなっていく気温に、
持っている服を重ね着していきつつ、
あがっていく高度に体を慣らしていきます。
オニヅカセンターでは純和な弁当がなかなか美味しく、
お味噌汁も体があったまってよかったです~。
銀剣草も見れましたし。

地上からみえていた雲の中をつっきってさらにのぼっていき、各国の天文台が立ち並ぶ山頂へと到着。
防寒着を借ります。
この日の気温は１度くらい。風もなかったのでこの時期にしてはあったかいらしい。ハワイ気分で行くと十分極寒いですが、私の体感としても覚悟していた割りには大丈夫でした。
ただ、手袋があるのを知らずに、借りそびれたので手がめちゃめちゃ寒かったです（＞＜）

夕陽になるちょっとから、
下に見える雲海がだんだんとオレンジ色にそまる美しい夕陽を見ることができました。アフターサンセットはバラ色にも色を変え、そして暗くなった頃、星空ポイントまで少し下山します。
さすがに星空タイムは真っ暗なので、
体感温度も下がり、高度が高いからか、足元がちょっとおぼつかなく思考力も低下↓
少し雲が多かったですが、雲がなくなったところから丁寧に星座を教えて頂き、レーザーポインタと望遠鏡で見せていただいた星座は半分もおぼえられませんでしたが、
アンドロメダ星雲には感動。
どんどん雲もなくなって、途中ではミルキーウェイもみることができました。

あとは、ひたすら帰ります。
下界に近づくにつれてあったかくなってきて、
カイルアコナにつくと暑い・・。
ハワイ島ってすごいなぁと実感。
人生最高標高4,205メートルを制覇し、（しかもバンにて楽々のりつけ笑）
日本で

We participated as a family.
Since it was held at the hotel where we stayed, it was very convenient to gather and return to our rooms afterward.

Before the meal, there were various interactive events (like making fish out of leaves and watching coconut cracking), which were fun.

We also enjoyed a variety of dances, including hula, Tahitian dance, and fire dance, which was great.

The meal was a buffet, but at first, each table went to get food, so it proceeded smoothly even with a large number of people.

I’m glad everyone in the family was satisfied. Thank you very much.

家族で参加しました。
宿泊ホテルでの開催でしたので、集合も、終わってから部屋へ戻るのもとても便利でした。

食事の前にあちこちで参加型のイベント（葉っぱで魚を作ったり、ココナツの実を割るのを見たり）があり楽しい。

フラや、タヒチアンダンスやファイアーダンス等等、色々な種類のダンスも楽しめ、とてもよかったです。

食事は…ブッフェですが最初だけテーブルごとに取りに行くので、多人数でも混乱なく進みました。

家族みんな満足してよかったです。
ありがとうございました。

Food was very good and it was helpful that they explained all the items on the buffet for those not familiar with Luau fare. The show was very well done and we had fun doing the activities at the beginning. Only downside is they do all the activities at the same time (hula lesson, palm weaving, etc.) so you can only do one. Also, if you're expecting a flower lei be prepared to pay extra for it or bring your own. We got ours at Costco, they sell a 2 pack of fresh orchid leis for only $6.50. Overall, a very fun evening right on the beach.

Food and show was good. But, we would like to have some more interaction with audiences to perform Luau dance. We were expecting atleast that during the course of performances. Though it was done as brief introductory on Luau dance before the show began but it would be nice if we could participate as family then it would be very very more vibrant live show where family, friends, kids everybody can enjoy and have fun. This is a small request if they can spend some time during their main course of performance on this.

Other than that food, drinks are delicious. Here is a small request if they can put name tag in front of the each of the dish / item so people who are verigiterian / non-vegiterian can pickup their food selection very easily and can avoid un-necessary waist on the food. Though the organizer anounced the all the food items but by putting a name tag for food items that are served on that day would not cost any more.

Thanks

Ten years ago, I was moved by the starry sky I saw from the top of Mount Fuji and shed tears at the sunrise. This time, when I finally had the chance to go to the Big Island of Hawaii, I wanted to see the stars from Mauna Kea. I searched online and decided on Masashi Nature School. The testimonials were the deciding factor.
"Yamachan" is the best!!
I happened to be with someone who was on their fourth tour with this group, and they are a huge fan of "Yamachan." The guidance during the car ride was excellent, and the explanations during the stargazing were very easy to understand. The weather was perfectly clear and windless... (self-proclaimed: sunny woman).
The contrast until it became pitch black was worth seeing. I felt the universe and returned home with renewed energy.

　
　富士山頂上から見た満天の星空に感激し、ご来光に涙したのが１０年前。
今回、念願のハワイ島に行くことになった時マウナケアから星を見たい。インターネットで検索してマサシネイチャースクールに決めました。体験談が決めてです。
　“山ちゃん”最高！！
参加者の中になんとこのツアー４回目の方とご一緒しましたが“山ちゃん”の大ファンだそうです。
車中でのガイドも然る事ながら天体観測もとても分かり易い説明でした。天候もこの上なく快晴で無風だったし・・（自称：晴れ女）
漆黒の闇になるまでのコントラストは一見の価値あり。
宇宙を感じパワーを貰って帰って来ました。

On the day of the tour, it was unfortunately cloudy, and I was really worried about whether we would be able to see the sunset and stars. However, at the mountaintop above the clouds, I witnessed a breathtaking sunset like nothing I had ever seen before. The view of the sun sinking into the clouds was beyond words in terms of emotion. The stars were not very visible due to the clouds and moonlight, which were less than 10% clear, but I was thrilled to see Venus, Jupiter, and even an artificial satellite. When viewed through a telescope, I could clearly see Jupiter's moons.

The journey was enjoyable thanks to our guide, Minosan's, skillful talk. Additionally, the bento I had at the Omiduka Visitor Center was surprisingly delicious. If you visit the Big Island, I highly recommend this experience.

　ツアー当日、あいにくの曇りで、夕日や星がみれるかすごい心配でした。
　しかし、雲の上にある山頂で、今までに見たことのない素晴らしいサンセットがみれました。雲に沈んでいく夕日の景色は、言葉にあらわせないぐらいの感動でした。星は、確立１０％以下！？の雲と月の光のため、あまり見えませんでしたが、金星と木星、さらには人工衛星までみれて、感激しました。木星は望遠鏡で見ると衛星までしっかりみれました。
　道中は、ガイドの「みのさん」のたくみなトークで楽しかったです。
　また、オミヅカ・ビジターセンターで食べた弁当が、想像以上においしかったです。
　ハワイ島にきたら、絶対にお薦めです。

This was my second time to go to the Island Breeze Luau. We really enjoyed the staff, food, and the show! This is really a special show. The cast really seems to enjoy the songs and dance. A smile says a lot and they smile a lot! Don't miss it. If you have not seen a Island show make this one the one you go to see!

The staff who accompanied us provided detailed and interesting explanations about the scenery visible from the bus on the way to the summit of Mauna Kea, as well as information about the observatories from various countries and the origins of the constellations in the sky, which kept us entertained throughout the journey.

Regarding the service, they made stops at great photo spots and prepared telescopes for stargazing, ensuring everything was set up for easy viewing, which was very satisfying. We were provided with winter clothing, but it was still quite cold, so I recommend dressing warmly to fully enjoy the experience.

同行してくれたスタッフの方が、マウナケア山頂までの間のバスからみえる景色について、また着いてからは各国観測所、空に広がる星座の由来等本当に詳しく、それを面白く説明してくれるので道中も飽きずに楽しめました。
サービスについても撮影ポイントで停車してくれたり、星空を見るのに望遠鏡を準備して見やすいようセットしてくれたり満足できるものでした。
防寒着は一式貸してもらえましたが、やはりそれでも寒いので、長く楽しむためにも十分厚着をして参加することをお勧めします。

I participated on September 24, 2008.

Since my father is elderly (76), I was worried and did some research, but I heard that there are surprisingly many elderly people who also participate, so I decided to join.

The guide, Shinya, was a really nice person who provided fun explanations while making us laugh.

Thanks to the knowledge I gained about avoiding altitude sickness, I, who am prone to it, was completely fine.

The colors of the sky during sunset are completely different from what you see on the ground! It was truly beautiful and moving.

Then we went on a star tour. I was amazed at how many stars and satellites you can see! They explained the constellations using a laser. I thought I might have enjoyed it even more if I had studied a bit about the constellations beforehand.

It gets very cold, so they lend you warm clothing. That’s usually enough, but since I get cold easily, I wore Heattech, socks, and gloves, and made some preparations. I also brought a hot pack for extra comfort.

I recommend booking a time when you can see your own constellation! It’s truly moving.

I’m thinking I want to go again!!!

2008/09/24(水)に参加してきました~。

父が高齢（76）だったので、心配いろいろ調べたのですが、
意外と高齢の方もいらっしゃると聞いたので、参加しました。

ガイド（シンヤ）さんはとってもいい方で、
いろいろ笑いを折りませながら、楽しい説明をしてくれました。

高山病にならない知識も教えていただいたおかげでなりやすい私も全然平気でした。


サンセットするときの空の色が、地上で見るのと全然ちがいます！ほんとうに美しく感動しました。

それから星のツアーへ
こんなに星って衛星って見えるのか！と驚いてしまいました。レーザーで星座を説明してくれます。
星座の勉強を少ししてくればもっと楽しめたかな？とおもいました。

とても寒いので、防寒服を貸してくれます。それで十分なのですが、私は寒がりなので、ヒートテックを着たり、靴下を履いたり、手袋をしたり、工夫していきました。一応ホカロンも！そのほうが安心ですよ。

自分の星座が見れる時期を予約することをお勧めします！
感動です。

また行きたいな~と思ってます！！！

Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunset due to the weather, but we were able to see the Subaru Telescope through the gaps in the clouds. The starry sky was incredibly beautiful! Above us was a world like a planetarium. I was moved to be able to see the Milky Way!!!

サンセットはあいにくのお天気で見る事ができませんでしたが、雲の合間からすばる天文台は見る事ができました。
星空は、最高にきれいでした！
頭上にはプラネタリウムの世界が存在しました。
天の川を見る事ができたことに感動しました！！！

The reef wasn't as colorful or with the variety of fish that I expected, but the tour was awesome and did a great job making the guests comfortable.

Since it was November, the temperature was low and the water was cold, but the sea was beautiful and I enjoyed seeing many fish. Both breakfast and lunch were moderately delicious and satisfying. However, since almost no one speaks Japanese, it might be more enjoyable if you can speak English. I didn't encounter any dolphins, and there was no explanation provided, so I was just sitting on the boat without much to do. Next time, I want to go during a warmer season.

11月ということもあり、気温が低く水が冷たかったですが、海はきれいで魚もたくさん見れて楽しかったです。
朝食も昼食もほどよくおいしくて満足でした。
ただ日本語はほとんどというかまったく通じないので、英語が話せる方だともっと楽しめるのかもしれません。
イルカにも遭遇することはなく、なにも説明されることはないので、ただぼ~とボートに乗っているだけです。
今度は暖かい時期にいきたいです。

What a fun time for everyone! The ability to learn more of the Island Traditions as well as birthday's, anniversaries, just married, or a salute to those in the armed forces it is something the whole family will enjoy.
If you leave hungry it will be your own fault!

The tour to the summit of Mauna Kea was a battle against the cold, sleepiness, and feeling unwell. However, the views above the clouds, the sunset over the clouds, and the Subaru Telescope, which Japan takes pride in, are all worth seeing. My son, who is 12 years old, participated, but it seems that children have weaker vestibular systems, and he struggled quite a bit at the summit. I hope he can join again when he's a bit older. The starry sky was incredibly beautiful, and every time I go to the Big Island, I'm reminded of how much light there is in the sky back in Japan.

マウナケアの山頂へのツアーは寒さと、眠さと、具合の悪さとの闘いでした。しかし、途中の雲の上の景色とか、雲への夕日の景色、更には日本の誇るすばる天文台等々、一見の価値はあります。息子が12歳で参加したのですが、やはり子供は三半規管が弱いらしく、頂上ではかなり苦しそうでした。もう少し大きくなって、また参加したいと思います。
星空もすごくきれいで、ハワイ島にいく度に、日本の空の明かりの多さを思い知らされます。

I was looking for a snorkeling cruise with transportation and signed up for this tour (the transportation was provided by Jacks Hawaii). The afternoon cruise I participated in had few participants, so we were able to relax on the boat, and the crew was very kind in taking care of the mothers who were scared while swimming. The crew spotted dolphins on our way back to the bay and stopped the boat for us, but we couldn't see them very well. However, the sea was beautiful, and we were able to see colorful fish, which made everyone happy. The boat's facilities were also clean and comfortable to use, which was great!

送迎付のシュノーケルクルーズを探していてこちらのツアーに申し込みました(送迎はジャックスハワイの車でした)。
参加したアフタヌーンクルーズは参加者が少なかったので船上ではゆったり過ごせましたし、泳ぐ時にはクルーの人がとても親切に怖がる母親達の面倒を見てくれて助かりました。
イルカは湾に帰る際クルーの人が見つけて船を止めてくれましたが私達には良く見えませんでした。でも海も綺麗で色とりどりの魚を見れたので全員が喜んでいました。
船の設備も綺麗で気持ちよく使えて良かったです♪

I was able to see a very beautiful sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea. The sunset sinking above the clouds was a stunning view that is rarely seen.
The stars depend on the weather and the moon. This time, the moon was a half moon, and there were thin clouds, so we couldn't see a sky full of stars, but the guide's stories made me feel as if I had seen a sky full of stars. The explanation about the stars was very interesting.
I was grateful for the warm jacket they lent me. Compared to other tours, this tour's winter clothing looked the warmest. I highly recommend it.

　マウナケア山頂でとても綺麗な夕日を見ることが出来ました．雲の上に沈む夕日はめったに見られない美しい景色でした．
　星はお天気しだい、月しだい．今回は月が半月の上,薄い雲がかかっており満天とはいきませんでしたが．ガイドさんの話で満天の星を見たような気になりました．星の解説大変面白かったです．
　大変あたたかい上着を貸してくれたのには助かりました．他のツアーと比べこのツアーの防寒着が一番あたたかそうにみえました．お勧めです．

There were a group of 8 of us and we all had a fantastic time. Thank you for all the knowledge and laughter. We will be talking and most of all remembering this great experience for many moons to come! You added exactly "that special" something to my honeymoon:)