Reviewed by: ナマズ
The meeting went smoothly, and we were able to comfortably move from Kona to the Onizuka Center at the mid-level. It was New Year's Eve, and although the clouds were thick and it had been raining since the day before, I was glad to see rare snow falling at the summit of Mauna Kea! The sunset was beautiful. The stargazing was a bit disappointing due to the clouds, but overall, I had a great experience participating in this tour.
待ち合わせもスムーズに出来て、コナからも快適に中腹のオニヅカセンターに移動できました。大晦日の日でしたが雲も厚く前日から雨でしたが、マウナケア山頂では珍しく雪が舞っているのを見られて良かったです! サンセットはきれいに見れました 。星空は雲のため少し残念でしたがトータルでとても良いツアーに参加できました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/31 |
Reviewed by: たねこ
I participated with my 69-year-old mother at the end of December. I was anxious because I couldn't speak English and it was my first experience with snorkeling, but thanks to the excellent support, I was able to participate in the activities with peace of mind.
First, they were able to confirm reservations and answer inquiries in Japanese over the phone. Additionally, although the boarding staff only provided English guidance that day, a Japanese-speaking staff member came to pick us up since we had requested hotel transportation. That person helped us prepare for boarding, provided us with important information after we boarded, and supported us after we disembarked.
Even though it was the end of December in Hawaii, which made me worry about the cold sea, I followed the staff's recommendation to rent a wetsuit, and I felt comfortable without feeling cold at all. During the activities, there were enough staff members watching over and supporting the participants.
Thanks to this, I had a wonderful experience seeing many manta rays and a beautiful sunset. Even if we hadn't encountered any manta rays, I still think just snorkeling in the waters of Hawaii would have been a fantastic experience. I highly recommend it!
12月末に69歳の母と参加しました。
英語も話せずシュノーケリングも初体験のため不安でしたが、手厚いサポートのおかげで安心してアクティビティに参加することができました。
まず、電話での予約確認や問い合わせに、日本語で対応していただけます。
また、乗船スタッフは英語ガイドのみの日でしたが、ホテルへの送迎を頼んでいたところ日本語スタッフの方が迎えに来てくださいました。
その方に乗船までの準備を手伝っていただいたり、乗船後の注意点も教えていただいたり、下船後のサポートもしていただきました。
ハワイとはいえ12月末の海ということで寒さが不安でしたが、スタッフの方のお勧めに従いウェットスーツを借りたところ、寒さを感じることはなく快適に過ごせました。
アクティビティ中も、参加者に対して十分な人数のスタッフが見守ってサポートしてくれます。
おかげさまでたくさんのマンタと綺麗な夕日を見るという素晴らしい体験ができましたが、もしマンタと遭遇できなかったとしても、ハワイの海でシュノーケリングするというだけでも十分に素敵な経験だったと思います。
とてもおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 1便プラン(送迎付き) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Lillo
Only way to enter in the valley, it was great! Tour guide was really friendly and took lots of photos of us
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2026/01/05 |
Reviewed by: Bella
I had a wonderful experience on the Mauna Kea tour. The trip was very well organized, and the whole experience was both smooth and memorable.
Our tour guide Jimms was excellent. He was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable, and he explained everything clearly throughout the tour. He also made sure everyone felt comfortable and well taken care of, especially given the unique conditions at Mauna Kea.
This tour was truly unforgettable, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Jimms, for such a great experience!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Maelle
This experience was great ! Thank you ! Francis was very nice !
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2026/01/02 |
Reviewed by: Daisuke
There is an observatory. The starry sky is very beautiful. I do not recommend driving there by yourself. The return trip is dark and the roads are bad.
天文台があります。星空か、とても綺麗です。自分で運転して見に行くのは、おすすめ出来ません。帰りは、暗く道も悪いです。
The summit is cold, so it's necessary to take measures against the cold.
山頂は寒いので、防寒対策が必要です。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Tom
This tour is long but well worth it. We were picked up at the Starbucks, Queen’s Shopping Center, Waikoloa Beach Resort. We drove to the Mauna Kea Visitor’s Center where we had a very nice dinner. Next we went to the summit to view the telescopes and sunset from almost 14,000 feet. We the viewed the night sky through telescopes in almost complete darkness. Our driver and guide, Arthur, was fantastic. What a great experience!
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/13 |
Reviewed by: Elverta Kid
Our Pearl Harbor and Ford Island tour was an unforgettable and meaningful experience. The visit to the USS Arizona Memorial was deeply moving, offering a powerful reminder of the events of December 7, 1941, and the lives lost that day. Touring the Battleship Missouri was equally inspiring—standing on the very deck where World War II ended felt humbling and historic. Our tour guide, Ernest, was an interesting and engaging addition who shared fascinating stories and insights that brought history to life. Lunch at the Ford Island Aviation Museum was good and provided a nice break in the day. We also appreciated the smooth, on-time flights between Kona and Honolulu with Southwest Airlines—comfortable and well-handled from start to finish. The round-trip bus transportation to and from the airport was convenient, well-organized, and stress-free. Overall, this was a well-planned, educational, and memorable day we’ll long remember.
The tour wasn't cheap - $1171 for two people for less than a six hour tour.
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| Packages: | Complete Pearl Harbor Experience Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii lover
This is a must see. Shuttle tour was safe, timely, and very informative. Our guide actually grew up in the valley so shared very accurate info. Beautiful place.
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Daisuke
The starry sky was very beautiful. Also, the explanation of the constellations was good. I wouldn't really recommend driving yourself to the summit and back, as there are some bad spots on the road, and it's dark on the way back.
とても綺麗な星空でした。また、星座の説明も、良かったです。自分で運転して、山頂まで往復するのは、
あまりおすすめできません。道が悪い所もあり、帰りは、暗いです。
I recommend it.
おすすめです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2026/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/27 |
Reviewed by: しょうようさん
My first time at Mauna Kea! I had a valuable experience, and I felt reassured to have a Japanese guide named Shoyou! It was fun to chat as well ^_^
はじめてのマウナケア!貴重な体験ができたし、日本人のガイドさんしょうようさんがいて安心しました!お話もできて楽しかったです^_^
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/29 |
Reviewed by: chiico
During my stay on Oahu, I took a two-day, one-night trip to the Big Island and participated in this tour! I was impressed by the bilingual guide, Sho-yo, and I had a valuable experience learning about Hawaii's history and culture in such a short time. I was worried about the weather throughout, but I was able to enjoy the world's most beautiful sunset, and the explanation of the starry sky was wonderful! Thank you for making my year-end vacation so special!
オアフ島に滞在しながら、一泊二日で
ハワイ島に出かけ、こちらのツアーに参加させていただきました!
翔洋さんのバイリンガルガイドにも感心しましたが、短い時間に貴重な体験とハワイの歴史と文化を感じ、たいへん勉強になりました!
終始お天気が心配でしたが、世界一の夕日も堪能させていただき、星空の説明も素敵でした!
とても素晴らしい年末休暇を彩っていただき
ありがとうございました!
This is definitely a recommended tour!
是非おすすめのツアーです!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/28 |
Reviewed by: らみ
When I climbed the mountain, I emerged from the clouds that enveloped the lower world, and it was truly mystical. The observatory, the sunset, and the starry sky made for a very fulfilling tour.
The various stories shared by our guide, James, were enjoyable and very educational! Thank you so much.
山を登っていったとき、下界が雲に包まれているうえに出て、なんとも神秘的でした。天文台、日没、そして星空ととても充実したツアーでした。
ガイドのジェームズさんによる様々なお話が楽しくとても勉強になりました!本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Group of 10
We had a great time with Kimo. He made us feel at ease. He was very knowledgeable and funny. He was able to answer our questions and did not make us feel dumb. He also seemed to genuinely enjoy our party’s craziness.
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| Packages: | Private Tour (Up to 10 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Kara
After the snorkel, the crew offered hot cocoa and snacks, which was a nice way to warm up and reflect on the experience during the ride back under the stars
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The tour was super well organized, with a guide who shared interesting insights along the way!
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Kara
This tour is a must do while visiting the Big Island, as it has a perfect combination of natural beauty, cultural context, and astronomy!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable sharing rich history and stories that really brought Waipio Valley to life. Navigating the roads with this company felt safe, and the off-road portion allowed us to access areas we never could have reached on our own! A win
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| Packages: | Waipio Valley Shuttle & Off-Road Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/20 |
Reviewed by: ようすけ
On the day of the tour, the weather in Kona was cloudy, which made me a bit worried, but it turned out to be no problem at all! The sunset was surrounded by a sea of clouds, creating a very magical atmosphere. For stargazing, even though the half-moon was out, I was able to see the Milky Way and winter constellations perfectly, making it a wonderfully romantic experience! Overall, the tour was smooth and efficient, and the guide was very kind, providing a comfortable experience.
当日コナは曇りで天気が心配でしたが、
全く問題にならなかったです!
サンセットは一面雲海で、とても幻想的でした。
星空観測も、半月が出ていましたが、天の川や冬の星座はばっちりと見れ、十分にロマンチックな体験でした!
また、全体を通してスムーズで無駄のないツアーで、ガイドもとても親切にしていただき、快適な体験ができました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Christmas Travelers
What an amazing experience! We had the perfect weather conditions to watch an amazing sunset and an absolutely clear night to see the stars. BUT what made this trip unforgettable is James our tour guide. He is funny knowledgeable and kind. He made sure we were able to capture moments throughout our trip. He is an amazing photographer and was intentional in capturing our photos with the sunset and with the millions of stars! You have to book your trip with Hawaiian Eyes Tours.
We packed layering clothes and added layers as we traveled up. Their gear was clean and necessary!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/24 |
Reviewed by: george
Guide Show was friendly, and I was able to relax and enjoy the entire time. Not only did I learn about Mauna Kea, but I also gained insight into Hawaii's background and history, making it a very fulfilling experience. The sandwiches they prepared were delicious, and it was a memorable experience.
ガイドのショウさんが気さくで、終始リラックスして楽しめました。マウナケアだけでなく、ハワイの背景や歴史も学べてとても充実。用意してくれたサンドイッチも美味しく、心に残る体験でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/23 |
Reviewed by: aojiru
The content of the sunset and starry sky, as well as the detailed support from gathering to dispersal, made it a great experience to participate.
サンセットと星空のコンテンツ、そして集合から解散までの対応もきめ細やかで、参加してとてもよかったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Lots of great sights throughout, the water is very crystal clear in kona
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| Packages: | Kona Submarine |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/16 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Sunset views in Big Island was the best sunset we ever seen!!
Aloha Kara, Mahalo for joining us and your kind words! We have high hopes that you'll join us again someday soon!
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/16 |
Reviewed by: Allex
I participated in the Mauna Kea stargazing tour led by the tour guide Yorkie. It was great that Yorkie could speak Japanese, allowing us to hear explanations about the constellations in our language. During the drive up to the summit, he reminded us several times about measures to prevent altitude sickness, and we all practiced deep breathing together. Thanks to that, we were able to enjoy the tour energetically. The sandwiches were delicious too. He also shared a lot of information about local shops! It was a fantastic tour where we got to see the best sunset and starlit sky, and I was very satisfied.
ツアーガイドヨーキーさんのマウナケア星空ツアーに参加しました。ヨーキーさんは日本語もできるため、日本語で星座の説明を聞けてとてもよかったです。また、山頂に着くまでのドライブ中は、高山病にならないための対策を何度もリマインドいただき、みんなで深呼吸などを行い、おかげさまでツアー中元気に過ごすことができました。
サンドイッチも美味しかったです。
地元のお店などもたくさん教えていただきました!
最高の夕日と星空を観測できて大満足のツアーでした。
There were people who came on their own with rental cars like Jeeps, but considering altitude sickness prevention and the points for stargazing, I think it was a good decision to join the tour!
jeepなどのレンタカーならば自分たちで来ている人もいましたが、高山病対策や星座のポイントなどのことを考えるとツアーに参加して良かったと思いました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/20 |
Reviewed by: LENA
Thanks to the captain and the naturalist, I was able to encounter whales at an incredibly close distance. I was told it was a very lucky experience.
船長やナチュラリストのおかげで、ものすごく至近距離でクジラに出会えました。とってもラッキーなことだと言われました。
I think it's better to go dressed in a way that can handle getting wet.
濡れても大丈夫な格好で行く方がいいと思います。
ありがとうございます!私たちの船にご参加いただき、感謝します!
Mahalo for joining us onboard!
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| Packages: | 8:00発/ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/19 |
Reviewed by: cha-bou
The weather forecast was bad, but the sunset at the summit was wonderful with a salmon pink sky! The starry sky also defied the weather forecast, and I was able to observe the Milky Way, which made me very satisfied. The guide was fluent in both English and Japanese, and the explanations were easy to understand, allowing us to have a truly wonderful time!
天気予報は悪かったのですが、山頂でのサンセットはサーモンピンクの空が広がりとても素敵でした!星空も天気予報を覆し、ミルキーウェイも観察できて、大変満足でした。
ガイドの方も英語・日本語堪能で、解説もわかりやすくとても素敵な時間が過ごせました!!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/16 |
Reviewed by: しゅん
The stars were very visible. I have seen stars from the 8th station of Mount Fuji in the past, but this time there were more and they were more beautiful. I'm glad I participated in the tour.
The sunset was beautiful, but it felt just as I expected.
The BLT sandwich we were given for dinner was something I wasn't expecting, but it was packed with ingredients and delicious, haha.
星が非常によく見えました。
過去に富士山8号目から星を見たことがありますが、今回の方が綺麗かつたくさん見れました。ツアー参加してよかったなと思います
夕日も綺麗でしたが期待通りといった感じ
夕食として配られたBLTサンドは期待していなかったですが、具沢山で美味しかったです笑
The summit is very cold and windy, so warm clothing is necessary.
山頂は風が強く非常に寒いので防寒必要です
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/17 |
Reviewed by: MOE&KENJI
It was an English tour, but I appreciated that they provided explanations in Japanese here and there. The sunset at Mauna Kea was truly beautiful, and as we drove up, I could feel the temperature dropping gradually with the increasing elevation, which made me realize just how high the mountain is. I can't believe we could drive all the way to the summit!
The photo opportunities were fantastic, with many great poses suggested, and the friendly service was reassuring. We were the only Japanese people in the car, so I was very grateful for the care we received. The night sky was also breathtaking, with the Milky Way visible—it was an emotional experience!
I participated in a similar tour with a different company about ten years ago, but I noticed some great differences this time: the sandwiches were delicious, they took a lot of photos, and the number of silversword plants at the Onizuka Center has significantly increased thanks to conservation efforts. I definitely think this is a must-do tour on the Big Island!
英語のツアーでしたが日本語でも所々説明してくれて助かりました。
マウナケアの夕日は本当に美しくて、たどり着くまでの車の中でも少しずつ標高が上がるたびにだんだん寒くなってくるので本当に高い山なんだなと実感します。
頂上まで車で来られるなんて信じられない!
写真はたくさん素敵なポーズを提案してくれてフレンドリーな対応にホッとしました。車の中で日本人は私たちのみでしたがケアいただいて大変ありがたかったです。
夜の星空も天の川が見えて感動的でした!
昔10年前も別の会社の類似ツアーに参加しましたが、サンドイッチが美味しいこと、たくさん写真をとってくれること、オニヅカセンターの銀剣草の数が保護の甲斐あってとても増えていることなど良い違いを感じました。
ぜひハワイ島にはマストなツアーだと思います
If you have down jackets and pants to lend, the cold won't be a problem at all. The women's restroom at the Onizuka Center gets quite crowded, so it might be better to go early.
貸してくれるダウンとズボンがあれば寒さは全く問題ありません。
オニヅカセンターの女子トイレはかなり混むので早めに行ったほうがいいかも。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/16 |
Reviewed by: あや
The sunset and starry sky from the summit were breathtaking and truly moving. I was able to understand the explanations about the stars well since they were provided in Japanese.
I was a bit worried about the altitude and altitude sickness, but I was comfortably taken care of with a car ride and was lent warm clothing, so I was able to enjoy my time there. Thank you very much!
山頂からの夕陽と、星空は絶景で感動しました。日本語でも対応してもらえたので星の説明などもよく理解できました。
標高が高く高山病など不安でしたが、車で送迎していただき、防寒具なども貸してもらえたので快適に過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/14 |
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Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Manta University on the Big Island. We also appreciate your five-star rating. I'm glad you were able to encounter many mantas! It was lucky to see the sunset from the ocean as well! Snorkeling in the waters of Hawaii is a great adventure even as an adult! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour until the end with peace of mind. Please make sure to take advantage of the repeat visitor discount when you come back to Hawaii. We sincerely look forward to your next participation. Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
アロハ! たねこさま。ハワイ島マンタ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございましまた。五つ星評価にも感謝いたします。たくさんのマンタに出会えてよかったです! 海の上からのサンセットも見られてラッキーでしたね!! ハワイの海でのシュノーケリングは大人になっても大冒険ですよね!! ツアーを最後まで安心して楽しんでいただいたようで、嬉しく思います。ぜひ、ハワイにいらっしゃる際にはリピーター割引を利用して遊びに来てくださいね。またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!