Reviewed by: aora
The starry sky stretched as far as the eye could see!!! The guide's explanations were enjoyable, engaging everyone in the group. It was a wonderful time where the guide's desire for us to have fun matched our desire to enjoy. The warm clothing provided was great, and I was grateful for the hot drinks prepared at the summit.
This is definitely a recommended tour if you visit the Big Island.
I would love to participate again☆ Thank you~.
見渡す限りの星空!!!ガイドさんの説明も楽しく参加者みんなを巻き込みながら話をしてくれました。ガイドさんの楽しんでもらいたいの気持ちと参加者の楽しみたいの気持ちがマッチしたとっても素敵な時間になりました。防寒具もあったかく、山頂であったかい飲み物も用意してくれてありがたかったです。
ハワイ島に行ったなら絶対おすすめのツアーです。
私もまた参加したいです☆ありがとうございました~。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/27 |
Reviewed by: katana7500
This time, I was able to participate in the Mauna Kea Nature School, and I had a truly moving experience. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was indeed breathtaking. Additionally, the stargazing afterward was wonderful. The temperature at the summit is very low, and this tour is the only one that provides rental cold-weather gear, showing the thoughtful consideration of the tour company.
今回、マサシネイチャースクールに参加出来、大変感動したひと時を過ごすことが出来ました。
やはりマウナケア山頂からのサンセットは感動します。
また、その後の星座鑑賞も素晴らしかったです。
山頂は気温が非常に低く、レンタル防寒着を上下貸して頂けるツアーは、こちらだけで、かゆい所に手の届く気遣いのあるツアー会社です。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/24 |
Reviewed by: rikorico
At first, I hesitated to join the trip alone, but I'm really glad I did. The guide and the other participants were all very kind. It was truly moving to see stars that can only be viewed in the latest planetarium in such a realistic way. The stars visible change with the seasons, so I definitely want to repeat this experience.
当初は一人旅で参加するのは、躊躇われましたが参加してよかったです。
ガイドさんも他の参加者の皆さんもとてもよくしてくださいました。
最新のプラネタリウムでないと見られないような星がリアルに見られるなんて、本当に感動しました。
季節によって見られる星が違うので、また絶対リピートしたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/21 |
Reviewed by: monmon
We had an amazing experience that we couldn't have on our own. The stargazing was wonderful, thanks to the favorable weather, and the sunset was truly breathtaking. I would love to participate again when I come back to Hawaii. Thank you very much.
自分たちでは、体験できない素晴らしい感動をいただきました。星空の観測も天候に恵まれ素晴らしく、サンセットに至っては、大感動でした。又ハワイ島に来た時には、参加したいと思います。有難う御座いました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I'm not a big fan of group activities, but since it's difficult to visit Mauna Kea on your own, I decided to sign up despite it being a bit pricey. To conclude, my two middle school children said it was the most fun they had during our eight-day trip. I also enjoyed it, but I couldn't fully rejoice because I had some concerns about the cost-performance ratio (laughs). However, I was able to enjoy many unique landscapes, so that was great!
あまり団体行動は好きではないのですが、マウナケアは個人で行きづらいので、ちょっとお高いですが申し込んでみました。
結論から言いますと、中学生の子供二人が今回8日間の旅中一番楽しかったと申しております。私も楽しかったですがCPがちょっと・・・というのが頭にあり、手放しで喜べないかな(笑)。でも変わった風景が沢山楽しめたのでよかったです!
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Nearly 14000 fts above sea level. You will able to see very beautiful sky!!! The tour guide has wonderful knowledge about stars positions. It's worth it.
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Every year when I go to the Big Island, I always visit Mauna Kea. No matter how many times I say it, I am always moved by the starry sky.
毎年ハワイ島に行ったら必ずマウナケアにはいきます。
何度言っても星空には感動します。
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/29 |
Reviewed by: 許浚
I don't think it's ever possible to drive up to 4000 meters. Fortunately, I was able to see both the sunset and the stars (it seems to depend on the weather). The cold is manageable since they lend you a jacket and pants, so there's no need to worry too much; regular clothes (long sleeves and long pants) are sufficient.
4000mまで車で行けることは一生ないと思います。夕日も星も運良くよく(天候によるようです)見えました。寒さもジャケットとズボンを貸してくれるので、特に心配することはなく、普段着(長袖・長ズボン)で十分です。
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The participants were all newlywed couples. At first, my husband and I, a couple in our forties, felt overwhelmed by the intense lovey-dovey atmosphere around us and regretted coming. However, once we saw the sunset from the mountaintop and the starry sky, those feelings faded away. The overwhelming nature was truly moving. It was that wonderful. The guide was also very interesting and passionate, which added to the experience.
参加者は新婚旅行のカップルばかりでした。なので、最初私たちアラフォー夫婦は周囲の激しいラブラブムードに押されてしまい、来たことを後悔しましたが、山頂からの夕日、そして満天の星空を観たらそんなことはどうでもよくなりました。圧倒的な自然は感動です。それくらい素晴らしかったです。ガイドさんがとても面白く熱い人だったのもよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was fun!!!
たのしかったーーー!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/04 |
Reviewed by: Niko
The sunset and starry sky viewed from Mauna Kea were amazing!
It was below freezing near the summit, but this tour provided not only down jackets but also pants, so I didn't feel as cold as I expected. This was different from other tours, and I really appreciated it.
Additionally, since I was dressed warmly, being able to do stargazing at a higher elevation was a great attraction.
If I had a suggestion, during the journey, there was an explanation about the Big Island, but I think it would have been even better to hear more in-depth stories about the history of the Big Island and the area.
マウナケアから見た日没と星空は最高でした!!
山頂付近は氷点下でしたが、このツアーでは、ダウンの他にズボンも貸してくれたため、思ったより体感温度は低く感じずにすみました。これは他のツアーと違う所で、とても有難かったです。
また、暖かい格好ができているので、天体観測もより標高が高い場所で行える所が魅力です。
要望としたら、道中でのガイドで、ハワイ島の説明はありましたが、ハワイ島の歴史や、地区の話など、内容が濃い話が聞けたらもっと良かったかと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sunset was beautiful. The observatories, including Subaru, reflecting the sunset were wonderful. Unfortunately, the starry sky was not very visible due to the bright moon, which was close to being full. It seemed that the staff's laser pointer for showing constellations was broken. It was a lack of preparation.
サンセットは綺麗に見られました。夕日に反射するスバルを始めとする天文台群が素晴らしかったです。星空は満月に近い明るい月の影響で綺麗に見えず残念でした。スタッフの星座を示すレーザーが壊れていたようです。準備不足ですね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a pair in June. Last time it was Mr. Taikobou, so this time we tried Mr. Masashi. Both have their own unique characteristics and are interesting. Both were kind and fun staff members. I think the experience is influenced by weather conditions. We decided on the schedule while looking at the travel itinerary and the moon phase, but the moon was a bit bright, and I felt that the number of visible stars was different compared to last time. I recommend being mindful of the moon phase when making your reservation.
6月に二人で参加しました。
前回は太公望さんだったので、今回はマサシさんにしてみました。
どちらもそれぞれ特徴があって面白いです。
どちらも親切で楽しいスタッフさんでした。
感動は気象条件に左右されるかなと思います。
旅行スケジュールと月齢を見ながら日程を決めたのですが、ややお月様が明るくて、前回の時よりも見える星の数が違っていたかなというのが感想です。
月齢にも気をつけて申し込みをされる事をお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Loved the tour. The clouds dissipated in time for sunset and we had perfect timing for stargazing - got to actually see the Great Red Spot on Jupiter. The tour guide was knowledgeable and very personable. If I was going back to Hawaii, I would do this all over again. Highly recommended, as it is a once in a life time opportunity.
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/22 |
Reviewed by: さくら
When I went to the Big Island, I wanted to visit Kilauea Volcano and Mauna Kea. Since Mauna Kea is taller than Mount Fuji, I was concerned about altitude sickness, so last time I joined a tour of Kilauea Volcano! This time, I participated with my family of three in great health. The service was very attentive, providing warm drinks, clear explanations on how to behave, and enjoyable talks about the starry sky, making for a fun time. Thank you very much.
ハワイ島に行ったらキラェア火山とマウナケアは行きたいと思っていました。富士山よりも高いマウナケアは高山病など気になりましたので前回はキラウェア火山のツァーに参加!今回は万全な体調で家族3人で参加しました。とても行き届いたお世話で暖かい飲み物を準備してくださったり、行動の仕方、星空のトークは解りやすく、ひこまれるような楽しい時間でした。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The day I participated, the moon was bright due to the approaching full moon, making conditions not ideal for stargazing, and the thick clouds meant that the expected starry sky near the summit was not visible.
Even though the stars were not visible, the sunset sinking into the clouds was very beautiful, and it made me feel like I was above the clouds, which I think is one of the joys of the experience.
I also want to thank the staff who helped me find points where I could see the stars as I gradually descended by car, even though I couldn't see them near the summit!
Since the moon was bright due to the approaching full moon, I had them take a photo of the moon through the telescope, and I’m bragging to my friends about how clearly the craters are visible.
Thanks to the guidance on when to drink water in the car, I had no issues with altitude sickness, which I had been worried about. Next time, I would like to participate when the full moon is not approaching.
参加した日は、満月が近いので月が明るくて星の観測としては条件が良くない日で、さらに雲が厚かったので、頂上付近では期待通の満天の星空は見えませんでした。
星は見えなくても雲に沈んでいく夕陽がとてもキレイで、雲の上にいることを実感するので、それも楽しみの一つだと思います。
また、頂上付近で見えなかったから、と、車で少しずつ降りては星の見えるポイントを探して何とか観測させてくれたスタッフの方に感謝です!
満月が近くて月が明るいので望遠鏡から観た月の写真をカメラにおさめてもらい、月のクレーターがクッキリ見えているのを友人に自慢しています。
心配していた高山病も、車中でお水を飲むタイミングを指示してくれたりしたおかげで全く問題ありませんでした。
次回は満月近くを外して参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/16 |
Reviewed by: きらこ
I went to see the sunset, and it was incredibly beautiful! The sunset was great, but unfortunately, there were clouds in the sky, so I couldn't see the stars. However, the guides were very engaging and tried their best until the very end... their service was excellent.
When we had our lunch just before reaching the summit, we enjoyed warm miso soup, tea, and cocoa, which really helped warm us up.
Additionally, they lent us ski wear-like outerwear, which was great! Other tour participants only had outerwear for the upper body, so they looked very cold.
The summit is quite chilly. The restroom is also quite scary—it's very dark.
But the beauty of the sunset made me forget the cold.
Also, the guides actively took photos for us, and even though we didn't have many pictures of the two of us, they captured some wonderful commemorative photos.
I'm sure I would have been even more moved if I could have seen the stars, but it's nature, so there's nothing we can do about it. The people who participated in the tour with us said, "This means we have to come back again!"
That's true. I definitely want to try again.
サンセットを見に行きましたが、めちゃくちゃキレイでした!!
サンセットはとても良い感じで見れたのですが、残念な事に星空は上空に雲が出てしまい、見ることが出来ませんでした。
でも、ガイドさんたちはいろいろ盛り上げてくれたり、最後の最後までトライしてくれたり・・・対応がとても良かったです。
山頂手前でいただいたお弁当の時は、温かいお味噌汁、お茶、ココアなどいただき、これがまた体を温めてくれました。
それに、上下でスキーウェアのような防寒具を貸していただき、これは良かった!!
他のツアーの人は上だけの防寒具だったりしてたので、とても寒そうに見えました。
山頂はかなり寒いです。
トイレもかなり怖いです。真っ暗で。
ケド、寒さを忘れるくらい、サンセットはキレイでした。
また、ガイドさんが積極的に写真を撮って下さり、2人の写真があまりなかったなか、記念のステキな写真を撮っていただけました。
きっと星空が見えたらもっと感動してたと思いますが、自然の事ですから、仕方がないですよね。
ツアーに一緒に参加してた人たちは『これは、もう一回来いって事よね!』って言ってました。
その通りですね。
是非、再チャレンジしてみたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the Mauna Kea summit tour with Masashi Nature. We were able to drive to the summit in a short time that made the height of Mauna Kea feel insignificant, and at the top, we witnessed a wonderful sunset. I could truly feel the height and grandeur of the mountain.
The starry sky was filled with so many stars that I was left in awe, spending time just taking it all in. They took many photos, and when I checked their website, I saw the pictures from that time uploaded.
The warm miso soup we had for dinner was delicious. Masashi Nature always provides a wonderful tour of the Big Island of Hawaii. I will definitely use their services again.
マサシネイチャーでマウナケア山頂ツアーに参加しました。
マウナケアの高さを感じさせないほどの短時間で車で頂上まで登れ、頂上ではすばらしい日没を見れました。高さと雄大さを実感できました。
星空も満天の星とはこれを言うのだと思えるほどの降り注ぐ星にただ呆然として時間をすごしました。
写真もたくさん撮ってくださいましてHPを見たらその時の写真がアップされていました。
と夕で食べた夕飯の暖かい味噌汁がおいしかったです
いつもマサシネイチャーさんにはすばらしいハワイ島を案内してもらっています。又、利用させていただきます
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Tanya W
Overall, this was fun.The main guide was knowledgeable and really knew his constellations. One negative was they should have had the single guy sit by the guide and let my husband & I sit together.They both ended up yelling to each other across the aisle over me on the drive back.
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/04 |
Reviewed by: カメラ好き
I participated to go see the starry sky.
One thing that is good to prepare is the iTunes app "Star Walk." I realized that the satellite moving around was the Hubble. Thanks to my cold weather preparations, it wasn't too cold. The lower area was clear, but if it were raining, the experience might be different.
There are several opportunities to take group photos. This is a matter of preference, but group photos can feel a bit lacking in spirit. If I participate next time, I might skip the group photos.
For those who want to take their time photographing the starry sky, there is a way to get to Onizuka on your own. Since there can be fog in the lower area and winding roads, I think it would be good to participate in a tour like this once for some preparation.
星空を見に行くために参加しました。
準備した方がよいものは、itunesのアプリ「star walk」
とことこ動いていた衛星はハッブルだとわかりました。
寒さ対策をしたせいか、あまり寒くはなかったです。
下界が晴れていたのですが、雨だとまた体感が違うのかもしれません。
集合写真を何回か撮る機会があります。
これは好みだと思いますが、集合写真は心が抜けますね。
もし次回参加するならば、集合写真は参加しなくてもいいかな?
星空をゆっくり撮りたい方は、onizukaまで自力で行く方法もあります。
下界の霧とか、ワイディングロードなので
一度このようなツアーに参加して予習すると良いと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/01 |
Reviewed by: パル
I get motion sickness easily, so the trip there and back was tough (it was quite a ride). However, I’m really glad I went. The sunset and starry sky... they were truly beautiful. I definitely think you should see it with your own eyes.
私は乗り物酔いがひどいので、行き帰りは大変でした(かなり飛ばします)。ただ、それでもやっぱり行って良かったです。夕日と星空・・・本当に美しかったです。是非、ご自身の目で見て欲しいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 美容師 りな
The sunset at Mauna Kea, which is higher than Mount Fuji, was wonderful. On the opposite side of the setting sun, there was a full moon, creating a magical atmosphere. Thanks to the full moon, stargazing was a bit challenging, though. The oxygen is indeed thin, but taking regular breaks to acclimate helped, so it wasn't a problem. However, it is really cold, so warm clothing is essential. At Masashi's Nature, they provided warm outerwear, but it seems that other companies only offer a poor-quality jacket, so I think it's worth considering that aspect as well.
富士山よりも高いマウナケアでのサンセット素晴らしいものでした。その、沈む太陽の反対側には満月があり幻想的でした。満月のおかげで星空観測は微妙でしたが・・。酸素は確かに薄いけどマメに体を慣らす休憩をとって下さったので問題ありません。ただ、本当に寒いので必須防寒。マサシ−ズ ネイチャ-では上下の温かい防寒を貸してもらえましたが他社では気の毒な程度の上着しか与えられてないみたいなので、そのあたりもポイントにすると良いと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/11 |
Reviewed by: 井上 美紀
Jon, our guide and driver, was very pleasant. Although the Fairmont Hotel was not on the list for drop-offs, he took us there. I was worried about transportation to the hotel late at night, but this unexpected service was a great help.
Additionally, for stargazing, even after the other group of Japanese participants finished early, he said that Jupiter would soon be rising and showed us Jupiter. Since only the English tour was available, it was a reluctant choice, but I was fortunate to have booked this one.
It was also cheaper than the tours aimed at Japanese participants, so I recommend this option for those who are considering it.
ガイド兼ドライバーの Jon さんが感じ良かった。
フェアモントホテルは帰りの送りの対象ではなかったのに送ってくれました。深夜のホテルまでの足を心配してましたが
思いがけないサービスに助かりました。
また星空観察も他の日本人のみのグループが早々と終了した後も、まもなく木星が登ってくるといって木星まで見せてくれました。英語ツアーしか残ってなかったのでやむをえず?の選択でしたが、ここを申し込んだことがかえって幸いしました。
日本人向けのツアーよりお安めでしたし、これからの方はこちらをお勧めします。
Thank you for participating. I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful nature of the Big Island and created wonderful memories.
Regarding the hotel transfer for your return, there are some areas where we cannot provide transfers, but since it will be late at night, we will do our best to accommodate as many customers as possible. While I cannot guarantee it, please request a return transfer if needed.
We hope to see you again on the Big Island.
Mahalo!
参加していただきありがとうございました。ハワイ島の美しい自然を楽しんでいただき、素敵な思い出を作っていただいたようでとても嬉しいです。
帰りのホテル送迎については、送迎できないエリアのホテルもございますが夜遅くなるので出来る限りお客様を送迎できるよう努めています。確約できませんが、もし帰りの送迎が必要な場合はリクエストしてください。
またハワイ島に遊びにきてください。
マハロ!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/30 |
Reviewed by: 鹿児島のシン
We went to the Big Island of Hawaii for the first time as a family. Driving around in a rental car was amazing. I had always wanted to climb Mauna Kea, but I was worried about tire punctures and car troubles due to the pressure changes with a regular vehicle, so we requested a guide. With the guide, we received various information, safety tips, and explanations about the stars, which made us feel very secure and turned our Mauna Kea experience into a fun one.
家族で、ハワイ島に初めて行きました。レンタカーで走りました、最高でしたよ、マウナケア山に登りたい希望が、以前からありましたが、一般の車では気圧の関係で、タイヤがパンクしたり、車の故障だとか心配で、ガイドをお願いしました。いろんなお話に注意事項と、星の説明にと、ガイドさんと一緒でとても安心できて、楽しいマウナケアでした。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: anyo
We participated as a couple on September 24, 2011. Since other Japanese tours were fully booked, we opted for this English-guided tour, and it turned out to be more enjoyable for my husband, who grew up in an English-speaking environment.
The sunset viewed from the summit of Mauna Kea was incredibly beautiful and elegant, almost otherworldly. The sea of clouds spread out below us, and the pink-hued scenery was a special sight that is hard to find in Japan. The summit is indeed at an altitude of 4,000 meters, so it felt a bit suffocating, but I didn't experience altitude sickness.
After the sunset, we descended to the visitor center for stargazing, where we saw an astonishing number of stars. We were overwhelmed by the sheer number of stars. It was truly moving, and we were also fortunate to see the Milky Way due to the season.
Although it's not a cheap tour, I believe that if it's your first trip to the Big Island, you should definitely go on this Mauna Kea summit and stargazing tour.
As for the English guide, he explained everything very well and showed us various stars through a telescope. We had a longer stargazing session compared to other Japanese guided tours, and ultimately, our tour was the last to stay at the visitor center.
If you decide to join this English tour, it might be less enjoyable if you don't speak any English at all. I understood about 60-70% of it, but since it was aimed at foreigners, there were some specialized terms that I didn't understand (laughs). My husband helped translate, which was a relief.
The guide, Joe, was considerate and reached out to the Japanese participants, so I think it would be worth trying for those who have some familiarity with English.
Make sure to prepare for the cold. We brought down jackets and hiking pants from Japan, and additionally, we had snowboard layer pants to wear underneath. Even so, I ended up layering with a jacket borrowed from the tour company (it was quite cold during the stargazing part as the sun set and it got chilly).
This tour did not include hotel pickup, so it was a bit of a hassle to gather at the tour company.
Overall, I think we participated in a very good tour. I would love to go again.
2011年9月24日に夫婦2人で参加しました。他の日本語ツアーが満席だったのでこの英語ガイドツアーにしましたが、小さい頃から英語圏で育った主人には、逆にこちらの外人向けツアーの方が自由がきいて楽しかったようです。
マウナケア山頂から眺める夕日は、この世のものとは思えないほど綺麗で優雅でした。雲海が眼下に広がり、桃色にそまる光景は、なかなか日本では見れない特別な景色でした。山頂はやはり4000m級の山なので、息苦しい感じがしましたが、高山病にはなりませんでした。
夕日のあと、visitor centerまで降りて、星空観察しましたが、とてつもないほどの星の数が見れました。あまりの星数に、夫婦で圧倒されてしまいました。本当に感動的でしたし、季節的にも天の川も見れて良かったです。
安くはないツアーですが、初めてのハワイ島旅行なら、このマウナケア山頂&星空観察ツアーだけは行ったほうが良いと思います。
肝心の英語ガイドですが、とてもよく説明してくれましたし、望遠鏡でさまざまな星を見せてくれました。他の日本語ガイドツアーより長く星空観察してくれて、結局私達のツアーが最後までvisitor centerに居ました。
この英語ツアーに参加する場合は、やはり英語がまったくできないと楽しさも半減してしまうかも知れません。私も6~7割くらい理解できましたが、やはり外人向けなので、星の詳しい内容など分からない専門用語もチラホラ(苦笑)主人が通訳してくれたので助かりましたが。
ガイドのJoeさんは、日本人にも心配りで声を掛けてくれてましたし、英語に多少なじみのある方ならトライしてみても良いかと思います。
防寒対策はしっかりした方がいいです。私達は日本からダウンジャケットや登山用ズボンを持っていき、さらにズボンの下に履くスノーボード用のレイヤーパンツを持っていきました。それでも、私は、ツアー会社から借りたジャケットを重ね着したくらいです。(星空ツアーの時が、日が沈み底冷えするので寒かったです)
このツアーはホテルピックアップ付きではなかったので、集合はツアー会社まで行くのが少々面倒でした。
総合的にみて、とても良いツアーに参加できたと思います。
また行ってみたいです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: トマト
I applied for this tour because other companies' Japanese guided tours were already fully booked on the desired date. There was no pickup from our hotel, so we had to make our way to the nearest pickup point, Waikoloa Village (which is not a problem if you have a rental car). When we arrived, there were several Japanese participants as well.
Along the way, we had a light meal in a tent at a former ranch site. The beef soup was delicious. After that, we took another restroom break at the visitor center. We made several stops for photo opportunities as we headed to the summit. They lend you proper warm clothing, but it was still quite cold. However, the sight of the sunset beyond the sea of clouds was majestic.
After sunset, we descended to the area near the visitor center to observe the starry sky. The guide provided various explanations, but it can be quite challenging to understand without a certain level of English proficiency. Nevertheless, the overwhelming beauty of the starry sky remains unchanged, so it's not a major issue. Overall, I think it was a great tour that offered an experience I wouldn't normally have.
参加希望日に他社の日本語ガイドツアーが既に一杯だったため、本ツアーに申し込みました。
我々の宿泊ホテルでのピックアップはない、とのことで最寄のピックアップポイントであるワイコロアビレッジまでは自力で移動(レンタカーのある方なら問題なし)。
行ってみると日本人の方も数組参加されていた。
途中、中腹の牧場跡地にてテント内での軽食。ビーフスープが美味。
その後ビジターセンターにて再びトイレ休憩。
そして数回写真撮影のためのストップを挟みつつ山頂へ。
しっかりした防寒着を貸して貰えるがそれでもかなりの寒さ。とはいえ雲海の彼方に夕日が沈んでいく光景は荘厳であった。
日没後ビジターセンター付近まで降りて満点の星空を観測。
ガイドさんが色々と解説してくれるのだが、ある程度英語力がないと理解するのはなかなかしんどい。でも圧倒的な星空の素晴らしさはなんら変わらないので大きな問題ではない。
全体的には普段できない経験ができて良いツアーだったと思う。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was our second time participating, along with my aunt and uncle who joined for the first time. I was a bit anxious about the English tour, but the guide was kind, and it seemed that we were able to bond with the other two Japanese couples participating, as we cooperated with each other during the English tour.
Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't observe the stars, but later, through Alan1.net, we received a message from the tour company stating that they would refund half of the tour fee because we couldn't observe the stars due to the weather. I was surprised that they would offer a refund, as I didn't expect it. I appreciate their sincere response.
今回2度目の私たち夫婦と初めての叔母夫婦と参加しました。
英語のツアーで不安もありましたが、ガイドさんも親切で
また他に参加されていた日本人の方2組とも、かえって英語ツアーなので日本人同士協力して仲良くなれたような気がします。
残念ながら天候不良の為、星空は観察できませんでしたが、
後日Alan1.netさんを通して、ツアー会社から連絡があり、
天候不良で星空観察できなかったので、ツアーの代金の半額を返金してくださるとのこと。返金していただけるとは思っていなかったので驚きました。
誠意ある対応に感謝します。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
About ten days before my trip, I made several inquiries to book a tour, but since all the Japanese tours were fully booked, I decided to join this one.
I can't really recommend it for those who don't understand English at all, but if you're okay with explanations in English, I definitely encourage you to participate.
We met at the designated spot around 2 PM and traveled by car with the guide. There were about ten people in our group. We drove along Saddle Road for about two hours and took a break at the foot of Mauna Kea to prevent altitude sickness while having dinner. I heard that the Japanese tour provides bento boxes, but this tour offered corn bread and either beef or vegetable soup (a bit light, but tasty). After about an hour's break, we continued driving up.
We arrived at the summit just before sunset and had about 30 minutes to enjoy the view. The temperature felt below zero... it was quite cold, but they provided winter jackets and gloves, so it was manageable.
After the sunset, we descended a bit to stargaze. The stars are quite beautiful even with the naked eye, and the guide provided detailed explanations of the constellations using a telescope. We stood outside for nearly an hour and a half, so it was very cold. They also served hot cocoa and cookies, but I recommend bringing a hat and hand warmers if you're sensitive to the cold.
This tour, with its fiery sunset and countless stars, including many shooting stars, is something you can never experience in Japan, so I absolutely recommend it! If you're prone to altitude sickness or get motion sickness, please take medication beforehand.
旅行の10日ほど前に予約をしようといくつか問い合わせをしましたが、日本語のツアーが全ていっぱいだったためこちらに参加しました。
英語が全く分からない方にとってはあまりオススメはできませんが、説明が英語でも問題ない方は是非こちらに参加してみてください。
2時ごろ集合場所に車で行き、そこからガイドさんの車で移動。参加人数は1グループにつき10人ほど。
2時間ほどサドル・ロードをひたすら走り、マウナ・ケアの麓で夕食がてら高山病予防のため休憩。日本語のツアーはお弁当が出るそうですが、このツアーはコーン・ブレッドとビーフか野菜のスープ(少し物足りないですが美味しいです)。1時間ほど休憩して、また一気に車であがります。
頂上には太陽が沈む直前につき、30分くらい景色を眺める時間があります。体感温度は0度以下です・・・かなり寒いですが、ちゃんと冬用のジャケットと手袋を貸してくれるので大丈夫です。
夕日のあとは少し山を下って星を見ます。裸眼でもかなりキレイに見えますが、望遠鏡も使いながら星座の説明を詳しくしてくれます。1時間半近く外で立っているのでかなり寒いです。ホットココアとクッキーも出ますが、寒さに弱い人は帽子とホッカイロを持参することをオススメします。
燃えるような夕日と無数の星、流れ星もたくさん見えるこのツアーは日本では決して体験できないので絶対オススメです!高山病になりやすい方や乗り物酔いをする方は予め薬を飲んでから参加してください。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: せつこ
The sunset disappeared in the blink of an eye, but it's a view I could watch forever.
夕陽はあっという間に沈んでしまいましたが、いつまでも見ていたい景色です
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/22 |
Reviewed by: maki
As everyone mentioned, it was a wonderful sunset, just as the rumors said. It was my first time seeing so many stars, and I was truly moved. The Milky Way and shooting stars were beautifully visible.
I thought the 1:30 PM meeting time was early, but considering everyone's health, I understood the schedule after it was over. The beef stew for dinner was delicious, and it had an outdoor vibe, but it might be a bit tough for those who aren't fond of the outdoors.
We had dinner at 5 PM, and we returned after 11 PM, so it might be a good idea to bring some snacks for the night.
Also, it is really cold. Personally, I felt it was colder than winter in Japan, so please make sure to dress warmly.
皆さんのコメント通り、噂通りの素晴らしいサンセットでした。
あんな沢山の星を見たのも初めてですし、感動しっぱなしでした。
ミルキーウェイも流れ星も綺麗に見えました。
13:30の集合は早いのでは?と思ったのですが、体調の事を考えてのスケジュールだったので、終わってみてから納得しました。
夕ご飯のビーフシチューも美味しくて、アウトドアな感じで頂くのですが、アウトドアが苦手な方ならちょっと辛いかもしれません。。
17時にご飯を食べて、戻ってくるのが23時過ぎなので、何か夜食を用意して行かれた方が良いかもしれません。
あと、本当に寒いです。
個人的に日本の冬よりも寒い気がしましたので、本気で防寒して下さいね。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/21 |
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Thank you for participating in the Mauna Kea Sunset Tour. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the sunset views.
We sincerely apologize for the laser malfunction on the day of the tour. We will strive to ensure that such issues do not occur again by reinforcing our internal quality control.
Stargazing can be affected by the phases of the moon, so if your travel schedule allows, we recommend planning your visit around the new moon. We hope you will join us for the sunset tour again on your next trip to the Big Island, ideally around the new moon.
この度はマウナケアサンセットツアーに参加いただきありがとうございました。
サンセットの景色を楽しんでいただけたとのことで、大変嬉しく思っております。
当日はレーザーが壊れてしまい、まことに申し訳ございませんでした。今後はこのようなことが二度とないよう社内の品質管理の徹底に努めてまいります。
星空観測は月の満ち欠けが影響するので、旅行日程にご都合がつくようでしたら新月に近い日程をおすすめいたします。次回ハワイ島にいらっしゃる際は新月に近い日程にサンセットツアーにいらしてください。