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Big Island
We enjoyed a perfect sunset and stargazing was cold, but worth it. The tour guide and driver were very good, professional and enthusiastic.
The first time, the tour was canceled due to rare bad weather. I made a comeback two days later. The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds was stunning. By chance, there was also an eruption at Kilauea, and I was able to see the phenomenon of the sky turning red above the sea of clouds, which made me very satisfied. Next time, I will go on a sunrise tour.
1回目は滅多にない悪天候により、ツアー中止。再度、2日後にリベンジしました。雲海に沈む夕陽。偶然、キラウエアの噴火もあり、雲海の上に赤く染まる現象も見えて、大満足でした。次回は日の出ツアーにいきます
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I was very satisfied! The weather was great, and I was able to fully enjoy both the sunset and stargazing. The guide was very skilled at storytelling, which further enhanced my satisfaction with this tour. I'm really glad I participated!
P.S. Following your advice, I kept an eye on the volcano's live camera, and I was able to see the impressive lava flow during today's eruption. Thank you very much.
大満足でした！
お天気にも恵まれ日の入りも星空観察も十分楽しむことができました。
ガイドさんのお話がとても上手で、更にこのツアーの満足度を高めてくれました。
参加して本当に良かったです！
p.s. 助言通りにボルケーノのライブカメラを見張って、見事今日溶岩が流れる噴火を見に行くことができました。ありがとうございました。
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Very relaxing and educational experience. My family and I really enjoyed it.
Wear sandals and pants no longer than capris. Your feet and ankles will get wet.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you and your family enjoyed the trip. And your tip to wear shorter pants and shoes that can get wet is spot on -- we board the boat via a ramp at the shoreline. Depending on ocean and wind conditions at the time of your cruise, you may get wet up to your knees accessing the ramp (though our crew is stationed at both the bottom and top of the ramp to help with those transitions).
We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to join us onboard and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
It doesn't take much time for the Manta rays to show up, swimming with these giant peaceful fish is amazing experience.
We have limited snorkeling experience so it is tiring to float 45 minutes. We are exhausted when returning to the boat. It worths the experience.
Tip: Bring hot drink and chocolate bar with you!
The crew are willing to help with sea sickness and exhaustion, but they only have bottled water. The nearest place to get any replenish is Longs Drugs which requires several minutes of driving.
Bring hot drink and chocolate bar. Snorkel tour is exhausting.
The good: Black Sand Beach and Volcanoes National Park are as good as they can be. Halema'uma'u Crater is amazing.
The average: The Coffee Farm we visited is a small one. We saw the coffee plants, but didn't see much about how the coffee is produced as the machines are taken apart and stored. Food is ok-ish, lunch is fast-food bento, dinner is at a small restaurant.
The unfortunate: We didn't see any star due to the cloudy weather. If you want to do stargazing, join a stargazing group as they will have better planning and equipment.
Since all participants were Japanese, the guide was in Japanese. In addition to Mauna Kea and the starry sky, they also explained about the Big Island during the drive there. I was worried about getting altitude sickness, but the guide asked about my condition and gave advice like taking deep breaths, which made me feel at ease. It got chilly as the sun set, but they lent me a down coat. I was really glad to have participated, as I was able to fully enjoy both the sunset and the starry sky!
参加者が日本人のみだったため、すべて日本語でのガイドでした。マウナケアや星空だけでなく、行きの車の中ではハワイ島についても説明してくれました。
高山病になってしまうのではと不安でしたが、ガイドさんが体調について聞いてくれたり、深呼吸をすると良いなどアドバイスもしてくれたため、安心できました。
夕陽が沈むにつれて冷え込みましたが、ダウンコートを貸していただけました。
サンセットも星空もじっくりとみることができたので、本当に参加して良かったです！
It gets very cold at the summit, so I think it's a good idea to have gloves.
山頂はとても冷え込むので、手袋があるといいと思います。
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Experience the awe of Mauna Kea, which is taller than Mount Fuji. You too can feel the emotion of gradually transitioning from sunset to twilight and becoming one with the starry sky. The cocoa that stands out against the cold sky is delicious. The guide's explanations and everyone's faces were flushed with excitement. It was a great experience, but if possible, the seats in the vehicle could be a bit more spacious. Having headrests would also be a nice addition.
富士山より高いマウナケアで体感する感動を貴方もどうぞ。
夕日から徐々に薄暗くなり星空と一体になる感動を貴方にも。
寒空に映えるココアは美味しいぞ。
ガイド説明も皆の顔も紅潮。
良かった体験なのですが、出来れば車内の座席はもう少しゆったりと。
ヘッドレストもあれば 尚、可です。
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I wasn't confident about driving to the summit of Mauna Kea, so I decided to join a tour. In hindsight, it was a great decision!
They picked us up from Waikoloa, and after a break at the visitor center for altitude acclimatization, we made our way to the summit of Mauna Kea. With the guide's explanations, I was able to deepen my understanding of the history of the Big Island and important points about Mauna Kea.
Although the summit was quite crowded, we found a recommended spot by the guide and enjoyed the sunset without anyone obstructing our view. During the stargazing afterward, we were able to look at the moon through a telescope while sipping hot cocoa, and the guide explained the constellations. It was a packed experience, and I was very satisfied!
They also provided equipment for altitude sickness, such as warm clothing and oxygen masks, so I recommend the tour for anyone who has even a slight concern. The sandwiches they provided as a light snack were surprisingly delicious!
マウナケア山頂までの運転に自信がなかったのでツアーを利用しました。
結果、大正解でした！
ワイコロアからピックアップしていただき、途中ビジターセンターで高所順応を兼ねた休憩から、マウナケア山頂まで、ガイドの方の説明で、ハワイ島の歴史やマウナケアの注意点など理解を深めることができました。
山頂はかなり人が多かったですが、ガイドの方のおすすめスポットに陣取り、誰にも視界を邪魔されずに日の入りを楽しむことができました。
その後の天体観測でも、ホットココアを飲みながら望遠鏡で月を見せていただいたり、星座を解説していただいたりなど、盛りだくさんの内容で大満足です！
防寒着や酸素マスクなど、高山病に備えた機材も準備されているので、少しでも不安がある方はツアーがおすすめです。
軽食で用意されていたサンドイッチも期待していなかったのですが非常に美味しかったです笑
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The sunset spreading over the sea of clouds was truly breathtaking. While gazing at the sky changing colors moment by moment, I felt a precious sense of the Earth's vastness. The starry sky I saw afterward was also incredibly beautiful, a completely different world from the night sky I'm used to, and the experience of clearly seeing the Milky Way will surely become a lifelong memory.
It got quite chilly near the summit, but I was able to borrow warm clothing, allowing me to enjoy the experience outside until the end. I believe joining the tour was the right choice, and I was able to fully appreciate the charm of Mauna Kea.
雲海の上に広がる夕焼けはまさに圧巻でした。刻々と色が変わる空を眺めながら、地球の大きさを感じられる貴重な時間でした。その後に見た満天の星空も、本当に息をのむ美しさ。普段見慣れた夜空とはまるで別世界で、天の川がはっきり見える体験は一生の思い出になりそうです。
頂上付近はかなり冷え込みましたが、防寒具を貸してもらえたので最後まで外でゆっくり堪能できました。ツアーで参加して正解だったと思いますし、マウナケア山の魅力を存分に味わえました。
To avoid altitude sickness, I have set a period for acclimatization, but I think it would be better to bring altitude sickness medication just in case.
高山病にならないよう、順応期間は設定してもらっていますが、万が一のために高山病の薬を持っていった方が良いかと思います。
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On the day of the trip, it was very foggy, and we waited a bit to see if we could make it to the summit, but we were able to get the ranger's permission and enjoyed a wonderful sunset and starry sky. It was 32% after the new moon, but there were no issues with stargazing. Our guide, Shotaro, was very kind and spoke Japanese well; he was perfect in every way. Any worries about altitude sickness disappeared, and it was the best time. The sandwiches we had at the summit were incredibly delicious!
当日は霧が濃く、頂上まで行けるか様子を見ながら少し待機しましたが、無事にレンジャー許可がおり、素晴らしい夕陽と星空を観ることが出来ました。
新月後32%でしたが、星空観測には問題ありませんでした。
ガイドのショウタロウはとても親切で日本語も上手、すべてにおいて完璧。
高山病の不安も吹き飛び、最高の時間でした。
山頂で食べるサンドウィッチも美味しすぎ～。
It was a warm day, and although the temperature at the summit was 10°C, wearing a short-sleeve shirt with Heattech, a light down jacket, and borrowed a down jacket, along with long pants and Heattech
暖かい日で頂上10℃とのことでしたが、半袖にヒートテック、ライトダウンに借りたダウンジャケット、下は長ズボンの下にヒートテックで丁度良かった。
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The tour guide shared various interesting facts, and it was so much fun. The sunset and stars were more beautiful than anything I've ever seen, and it became a wonderful memory.
ツアーガイドさんが色々な豆知識を教えてくれて超楽しかったです。
夕日も星も今まで見たことないくらい綺麗でとても良い思い出になりました
Please make sure to take proper cold weather precautions.
防寒対策はしっかりしてください
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This experience went beyond our expectations! It was perfect length in time, didn’t feel rushed at all! The trainer was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had an amazing time!
We were told by a couple at our hotel to make sure we do this tour and it was 💯 worth it! What a unique experience led by one of the native Hawaiian to see this hidden valley! Perfect for our 6 year old and adults too! It’s truly like a garden of Eden.
Wonderful boat & crew- with full bar & fruit. The location was pristine. The snorkelling was great- they have all the equipment. Very safe for kids. Fantastic afternoon.
I had heard that there were few Japanese tourists, so I was expecting an English tour, but luckily, we had a Japanese guide (Shoyo) because it was summer vacation. Not only could he speak Japanese, but he also had a wealth of knowledge, and I learned a lot of different things. He drove safely even on the rough mountain roads, making it an overall安心 tour. I'm glad I chose this tour company! 😊
日本人の観光客が少ないため英語ツアーとうかがっていましたが、夏休みだったからか運よく日本人のガイドさん（Shoyoさん）でした。日本語がしゃべれるというだけでなく、知識も豊富でとてもいろいろなことが勉強になりました。山道の悪路も安全運転してくださり、総じて安心のツアーでした。こちらのツアー会社にしてよかったと思いました(^o^)
The stars are very beautiful, so let's check the phases of the moon!
星がとても綺麗なので、月の満ち欠けを調べていきましょう！
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The guide provided a fun explanation in both English and Japanese, allowing us to have an enjoyable time. We experienced the sunset sinking into the sea of clouds with the backdrop of the world's observatories, and then moved to a spot under the magnificent Milky Way, where we had the best experience. We were also able to see countless shooting stars!
ガイドさんが英語と日本語で楽しく説明してくれて楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。世界の天文台群を背景にした雲海の中に沈んでいく夕陽と、そのあと移動して満点の天の川の下で、最高の体験をすることができました。数えきれないほどの流れ星も見ることができました！
Since it's a high mountain at an altitude of 4000 meters, please listen carefully to the guide's explanations and enjoy the tour safely!
4000m級の高山なので、ガイドさんの説明をよく聞いて安全にツアーを楽しんでください！
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The weather was wonderful, and I was able to enjoy many observatories, the sunset, and the starry sky at the summit of Mauna Kea, which I had wanted to visit. I was very satisfied with the guide's explanations and hospitality. I would like to visit again in a different season.
天気に恵まれ、行ってみたかったマウナケア山頂でたくさんの天文台と夕陽、星空を堪能できました。
ガイドさんの説明やホスピタリティも大満足です。また違う季節にも行ってみたいです。
For stargazers, it's a dreamlike moment. I recommend a time when the moonlight isn't a concern if possible. I hope people refrain from breaking etiquette, such as turning on their smartphone lights wh
星空好きには夢のようなひとときです。
できれば月明かりが気にならない時期がおすすめです。
観察中にスマホの明かりをつけるなどのマナー違反はやめてほしいです。
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The sunset and the stars became the best memories. It was about 8 degrees near the summit, and I was able to spend comfortably with the borrowed warm clothing. Thank you, guide Shotaro!
夕日も星も最高の思い出になりました。
頂上付近は8度くらいで,お借りした防寒着で快適に過ごせました。
ガイドのショウタロウさん、ありがとうございました！
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The tour guide was kind, and thanks to their thorough explanations in Japanese, I was able to enjoy myself fully even with my limited English. Thank you, Sho-chan!
ツアーガイドの方が親切で、日本語で丁寧に説明してくれたおかげで、英語が拙くても存分に楽しめました。しょうちゃんありがとう！
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On the day, I was a bit worried about whether I would be able to see the sunset and the starry sky because it was cloudy, but they were both beautiful. The sea of clouds was also magical. The sandwich was delicious. It was colder than I expected, so I was happy to have cocoa. The guide spoke earnestly in Japanese. Thank you very much.
当日は曇っていてサンセットと星空は見えるのか？と少し不安でしたが、とてもきれいに見れました。雲海も幻想的でした。
サンドイッチが美味しかったです。
思っていたより寒かったのでココアが嬉しかったです。
ガイドさんが一生懸命日本語でお話してくれました。
ありがとうございました。
It was colder than I expected, so having gloves would be good.
The air is thin, so I feel a bit lightheaded.
I realized that it's important to take care of my health.
予想より寒かったので手袋があると良いです。
空気が薄いので少しクラっとします。
体調を整えておく事が大事だと思いました。
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Since deciding to travel to the Big Island, I had wanted to visit Mauna Kea, and I was considering going on my own as an option.
However, it was definitely the right choice to go with a tour.
There was a guide who was well-versed in photo spots and how to take pictures, and they taught us a lot about the mountains of the Big Island along the way.
The primary language was English, but they also spoke Japanese, which made it easy to understand.
The sunset and starry sky were breathtaking views that you can't experience in Japan.
I am truly grateful.
ハワイ島への旅行が決まってからマウナケアへは行きたいと思っていましたが、自力で行く方法も候補に入れていました。
ですが、ツアーにして正解でした。
写真スポットや写真の撮り方を熟知しているガイドさんがいて、道中でもたくさんハワイ島の山のことを教えてくれました。
基本は英語ですが日本語も話してくれるのでわかりやすかったです。
サンセットと星空は日本では体験できない絶景でした。
本当に感謝しています。
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This was a tour I had wanted to join ever since my trip to the Big Island of Hawaii was decided. I was worried about the weather, but after arriving at the Onizuka Visitor Center, we were above the clouds and it turned into a beautiful day. Thanks to our guide's kind and attentive support, I was able to enjoy a wonderful time throughout the tour. The sunset from an altitude of 4,000 meters was breathtakingly beautiful, and I was deeply moved. The colors of the sky changed, creating a mystical atmosphere that left me in awe. Sho-taro, our guide, provided a very clear explanation of the stars, and I learned a lot about them. His personality was also wonderful, and I felt like I wanted to visit the Big Island again just to see him. I'm grateful for this amazing experience!
ハワイ島への旅が決まってから、ずっと参加したいと思っていたツアーです。
お天気が心配でしたが、オニヅカビジターセンターに到着してからは雲海の上てー、晴天となりました。
ガイドさんの優しくてきめ細やかなサポートのおかげで終始楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
標高4000メートルからの夕日は心が震えるほど美しく、感動しました。空の色が変わっていき、神秘的な様子に感動しました。
ガイドのしょうたろうさんによる星空の説明はとてもわかりやすくてたくさん星のことを学びました。しょうたろうさんのお人柄も素晴らしくて、また彼に会いにハワイ島を訪れたいと思いました。素晴らしい時間に感謝です♪
The temperature does drop at the summit. I was glad I brought gloves. I think it would be good to bring a selfie stick.
山頂はやはり気温が下がります。手袋を持参しましたので助かりました。自撮り棒を持っていかれると良いかと思います。
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The starry sky of Mauna Kea, which I had always wanted to see ⭐︎ I had no guarantee that the weather would be good enough to see it… and the price was quite high 💦 I was really hesitant, but in the end, it was absolutely the right decision! To be able to witness such a divine sunset and starry sky in person was a wonderful experience. Our guide, James, was very considerate, and even though communication was a bit difficult, I felt warmth in our connection. During the stargazing, the guides from other groups also joined in to explain, making it a truly lovely time. I was able to see a breathtaking starry sky for the first time, leaving me speechless. The only downside was that the seats were fully booked and very cramped, making the journey to and from the summit quite tough as I was half hanging out of my seat…
いつか観てみたかったマウナケアの星空⭐︎
絶対観られるというお天気の保証も無いし…お値段もなかなかなもの💦かなり迷いましたが、結果大正解！こんなに神々しいサンセットと星空を直に観られるなんて、素晴らしい体験をさせていただきました。ガイドのジェームスさんは、とても気を遣ってくださり、言葉が通じにくくても、心は伝わるものだと温かい気持ちになりました。星の観測では、他のグループのガイドさんが一緒に説明してくださり、本当に素敵な時間となりました。感動のため息しか出ないような星空を、初めて観ることができました。ひとつだけ残念だったのは、座席が満席でとても狭く、半分はみ出た状態で山頂までの行き帰りはかなりしんどかった…ということです。
I think whether you can see the stars depends on luck at that moment, but it's definitely worth trying again and again because the night sky is that beautiful!
星が観えるかどうかは、その時の運もあると思いますが、何度でもチャレンジする価値があるくらいの星空ですよ！
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We had planned to rent a 4WD vehicle and drive to the summit ourselves, but feeling anxious about driving, we decided to join a tour instead. The road to the summit was quite steep, and it wasn't cheap, but I felt it was worth it. The sunset at the summit was very beautiful, and although we viewed the starry sky from the visitor center, we were able to see a truly stunning landscape. We enjoyed ourselves safely until the end. Thank you very much.
自分たちで四駆を借りて山頂まで行こうと計画していましたが、運転に不安を感じツアーで参加しました。
山頂までの道はなかなか険しく、決して安くはない金額ですがお願いして良かったと思いました。
山頂のサンセットはとても綺麗で、星空もビジターセンターからでしたがとても美しい景色を見ることができて本当によかったです。
最後まで安全に楽しませていただきました。ありがとうございました。
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It was disappointing that the visibility at the location wasn't great despite taking an hour to get there. However, it was nice to see a manta ray swimming from the boat when we returned! ♪
1時間かけて行ったのに、その場所での透明度が今ひとつだったのが残念でした。ただ戻ってきた時、マンタが泳いでいるのを船の上から見ることができたのは良かったです♪
アロハ、
視界がご満足いただけなかったと聞き、申し訳ありません。毎晩異なる体験がありますので、満足できない点があればぜひお知らせください。私たちは、滞在中に再度ご満足いただけるような夜にお出かけいただけるよう最善を尽くします。今後、再度お試しいただけることを願っています！
Aloha,
We are sorry to hear the visibility was not to your satisfaction. Every night is always different, we encourage our guests to reach out with any unsatisfactory notations as we will always do our best to get you out on another evening that is to your satisfactory with in your stay out here. We hope you'll give it another try in the future!
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A wonderful experience, If you would like to spend a chill time and have a deeper understanding in Waipio valley ,choose it!
I was captivated by the mystical scenery of the sunset and was breathless at the sheer number of stars. Additionally, I was impressed by the deep knowledge and passionate explanations provided by our guide, Shoyo. It was also wonderful how they responded quickly and flexibly to unexpected situations.
夕日が沈む瞬間の神秘的な光景に心を奪われ、あまりの星の数に息をのみました。
さらに、ガイドをしてくださった、Shoyoさんの深い知識と情熱ある説明に感動しました。また突発的な事態にも迅速かつ柔軟に対応され素晴らしかったです。
Please experience this emotion!
この感動をぜひ！
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So many gorgeous stops along this tour, and the guides are so funny and make a long day seem like a breeze.
The performers were beyond amazing.
The table service was excellent.
The food was excellent - so delicious!
The price for premium upgrade- disappointing.
The ambiance could have been more authentic rather than long rows of very crowded tables and unbearable heat for the first 90 minutes before sunset.
Closer to the water maybe? Sail shaped tarps for shade maybe?
Definitely recommend.
Dress light. Bring a hand fan.
Expect some rude people to walk up for a better look & block view
