Reviewed by: ヨッシー
The check-in process was slow, and after waiting for over 30 minutes, I was able to enter after 5:30 PM. As a Polynesian show, it was very enjoyable and wonderful, but the Hawaiian atmosphere felt lacking. The food was delicious, and with the all-you-can-drink option, it felt like a good deal. Although it's unrelated to the show, there was a huge traffic jam from Waikoloa to Kona on Friday, taking an hour and a half.
受付の処理が遅くて、30分以上並んで、入場出来たのが5時半過ぎ。
ポリネシアンショーとしてみれば、とても楽しく素晴らしいが、ハワイの雰囲気は薄い。
食事は美味しいし、飲み放題なのでお得感があります。
ショーとは関係ないが、金曜日はワイコロアからコナまで大渋滞で、1時間半かかりました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/08 |
Reviewed by: kino
家族で観ました。
オアフ島でも別のルアウ を観ましたが、ここのロイヤルコナのルアウ はとても良かったです。
サンセットも素晴らしかったです。踊りも素敵で、司会も上品でよかったです。
また、ハワイ島に行くときは是非行きたいです。
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Suzy & Betty
We feel extremely fortunate to have joined Kailani Tours with our tour guides Kawika and Kevin as our guides. Together they shared a wealth of knowledge and personal charm. They gave us the history, geology and volcanology of the Big Island of Hawaii. Both were engaging, humorous and attentive to our every need. They provided us with lunch and a sumptuous dinner. They shared many sites along the way all detailed with their particular history. The highlight was a spectacular visage of our living Mother Earth in her volcanic glory along with a clear and beautiful view of the stars in the night sky. Breathtaking is an understatement given the epiphany of our smallness in the universe. We thoroughly enjoyed this "not to be missed" experience shared with an intimate group of 14 - giving us more opportunities to learn from our guides. If you find yourself amongst the fortunate to have Kawika or Kevin for your guide, you are truly in for a treat! Can't thank you enough Kailani Tours for a job well done! Mahalo Nui Loa - Suzy and Betty
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Caren and Jan
We did the night time volcano viewing tour with stargazing through Kailani Tours Hawaii. It also included lunch, Rainbow Falls, Lava Tube and Jaggar Museum. This was one the BEST tours that I have EVER been on! It was our driver, Kawika's, first day and Kevin was his "co-pilot". We were VERY fortunate to have the knowledge of 2 excellent tour guides that could bounce things off of each other. They were both VERY personable and friendly. They took special care to make sure we were well fed, had water, jackets, flashlights, hot chocolate and cookies! The lunch was excellent and the dinner was superb! The service at the restaurant was just as good as the service from Kawika and Kevin! We ended up having some extra time due to all the pick up's being in the same vicinity, so we were able to see a couple of little extra things in the Volcano National Park - not normal - so it made the day extra special. Kawika was extremely knowledgeable about the volcanic system and was great at explaining it to us. The volcano viewing at night was the most spectacular thing I have ever had the privilege of seeing on this Earth! The weather was perfect and the view was INCREDIBLE! Kawika and Kevin set up a great telescope to view the stars through and they were also able to take photos of the volcano through it with our phones! I HIGHLY recommend this tour and the tour company! You won't regret it!
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/06 |
Reviewed by: ぐうたん
Every time I come to the Big Island, I participate in the Fair Wind snorkeling tour. I usually go in the morning, but this time I joined in the afternoon for the first time. Since lunch is not included, I had a meal before heading out.
While the volcano and star tours are great, I really want everyone to experience the beauty of the ocean around the Big Island. At Captain Cook's Point, there are more fish than anywhere else, even more than at Hanauma Bay on Oahu. This time, we were the only Japanese participants. My elderly father doesn't dive, but he always enjoys the cruise and feels satisfied.
When we arrived at the port, it was just in time for the sunset, and we enjoyed watching it for a bit after getting off the boat.
It's only about a 15-minute drive from Kona, where we're staying, to the port, so it's very convenient.
The weather was nice, and it felt great!
ハワイ島に来ると毎回このフェアウインドのシュノーケルに参加します。
いつもは午前中に参加しますが、今回は初めて午後に参加しました。
ランチはついていないので昼食食べてから行きました。
火山や星のツアーも良いけど、是非ハワイ島の海のキレイさを体感して
欲しいなぁと思います。
ハワイのどの島より、オアフのハナウマ湾よりここの
キャプテンクックのポイントが1番魚がたくさんいます。
今回も日本人は私たちだけ
高齢の父は潜りませんが、クルーズをいつも
気持ちいいね、と満足しています。
港に着くとちょうどサンセットで
船降りてから少し眺めていました。
滞在しているコナから港までレンタカーで15分くらいと
近く
天気も良くて気持ちよかった!
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| Packages: | アフタヌーンクルーズ<軽食>(2017年12月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/07 |
Reviewed by: Virginia
The tour led by Kevin was great! He is very knowledgeable and humorous. The lunch spot had a great view of Mauna Loa. The scenery along the drive was like going through many different climates, which was amazing. The Big Islands Macadamia Nut factory was fun as I couldn’t stop eating various samples. It was nice meeting the King Kamehameha statue in Hilo. Dinners and drinks were delicious as we sat by the famous Friendship Fireplace in a historical lodge/restaurant, Kilauea Lodge by the Volcano National Park. The best part of the trip was revisiting the Mauna Loa Crater for live lava during nighttime. It was stunning! I wish I had taken the tour beginning of my vacation so I can decide where to go and explore more later. I strongly recommend this tour during the first few days of your vacation so you can enjoy the rest of your vacation.
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: kuri
I participated in a short course. The early morning sea is calm and feels wonderful. We paddle along the shore without going too far out, enjoying the scenery. After turning back, we stop at the snorkeling point and can enjoy snorkeling for a while.
Of course, the underwater world is a different realm. The guide was fluent in Japanese and very kind. The canoe operation is easy. If couples participate, it might deepen their bond? Well, in the end, it turns out that only the man at the back ends up paddling...^^
Since the tour ends at the spot, it's a good idea to borrow a restroom and shower at the nearby Sheraton. Although the meeting place might seem uncertain on the map, it's easy to find and parking is simple. It's reasonably priced and very satisfying. I highly recommend it.
短時間コースに参加しました。早朝の海は穏やかでとても気持ち良いです。そんなに沖には出ないで陸沿いを景色を楽しみながら漕いで行きます。折り返してスノーケルポイントでカヌーを止めてしばらくスノーケルを楽しめます。
無論海の中は別世界です。
ガイドさんは日本語堪能でとても親切にして頂きました。
カヌーの操作も簡単です。夫婦、カップルで参加すれば絆が深まるかも?まぁ結局は後ろで男性だけが漕ぐ羽目になりますが・・・^^
その場で解散なので目の前のシェラトンでトイレとプールでシャワーを借りると良いでしょう。
集合場所も地図だと不安ですがわかりやすく駐車も簡単で
す。お手頃価格で満足感高いです。オススメです。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン (2018/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/26 |
Reviewed by: LJKouri
Guides were great. Hard to see through glass, though.
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/09 |
Reviewed by: Philip Shou
First of all, this is a fantastic trip. When we first booked the trip, we saw the 4.9 out of five rating and doubted. When we came back from the trip, all doubts were erased!
Our guide Kevin is extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. We were picked up at our hotel at 12:05 noon. The lunch was served in the Mauna Lao Rest Area at 1pm. The quality of the lunch is totally out of expectations. Kevin told us they were picked up from a famous deli at 11:30 AM. No wonder it’s so good and fresh!
The Rainbow Fall in Hilo is the first highlight. We saw the rainbow as soon as we got there. It’s exactly the same as shown in the advertisement picture. Absolutely beautiful! Kevin specifically warned us not to climb on the rocks in the upper river because many people died falling into the pond under the waterfalls. We saw about 10 people on the rock that day. Two days later I saw a news that a young couple were seeing struggling in the upper River and disappeared. The lady was later found dead at the bottom of the waterfall and the guy was still missing. Very good advice from Kevin!
The highlight of all highlights is of course the view of the live volcano. The tour company’s arrangement it’s very smart. They let us view the volcano crater at sunset for about 30 minutes. Then, we were transported to a very nice restaurant nearby to enjoy a five course formal dinner. Again it is so good that it is totally out of expectation.
We were back to the volcano after dinner when it is dark and very few people there. We can see the lava glow very clearly. When Kevin set up his high quality binoculars on a stand, we can even see the lava splashed out of the crater like fireworks!
Overall, it worths all 5 stars. I would recommend this trip to anyone!
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Tony and Emily
Kailani tours on the big Island of Hawaii was wonderful! Our tour guide Kevin, was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and understanding and he took us to so many beautiful destinations on the island. The timing of the tour was perfect we had a beautiful lunch with an amazing view and the weather was great then he took us to see a beautiful waterfall at rainbow Falls and I actually saw a rainbow! We saw so many wonderful things on this tour. They took us out to a wonderful delicious dinner and after dinner we got to see the amazing volcano the red glow was magnificent. One of my favorite parts of the tour was when our tour guide Kevin offered to take an amazing photo that he captured in the dark from my cell phone. He was able to capture us and the red glow from the volcano behind us. True photographer status and that was just a bonus!! From what I recognized throughout the day on the tour is that there were a lot of other tour buses out there as well but I noticed that those tour guides were rushing their customers in and out of the van not giving them very much time to actually explore and learn about Hawaii. This is one thing that made Kailani tours and our tour guide Kevin stand out to me! Our tour guides patience with the group was excellent and he allowed us to really explore the land. The whole day I learned so many amazing things about Hawaii. Kailani tours made our Hawaii trip perfect. And I will cherish these memories forever. I highly recommend taking a Kailani tours if you’re ever on the big Island. I give them 5++ stars!! Thank you Kailani Tours of Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: みなむん
We arrived at the Royal Kona Resort in about 15 minutes by taxi.
There’s nothing in particular that you need, but if you have sensitive skin, it's definitely a good idea to apply sunscreen!
The guide was cheerful and it was a lot of fun!
We took many photos, which became great memories.
ホテルはロイヤルコナリゾートでタクシーで15分ほどで到着しました。
必要なものは特にないですが、肌弱い方はかならず日焼け止めは必ず塗ったほうがいいです!
ガイドさんも陽気でとても楽しかったです!
写真もたくさん撮っていただき、思い出になりました。
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| Packages: | 海中洞窟探検プラン(2018/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Sunit Patil
We signed up for this kayaking tour with a young toddler with us and initially I was a bit sceptical of how well it would go. But Kevin was friendly, informative and really patient through out the activity making sure our first experience in Hawaii and of snorkeling was pleasant and enjoyable. Definitely recommend
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| Packages: | Afternoon Kayak & Snorkel Tour [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: James Sturm
We had a fantastic time with our Kailani tour of the Big Island that we booked through Veltra. I’ll go through each category of the trip one by one and leave my detailed thoughts:
GUIDE
Our guide, Kevin, was a former U.S. Navy electrical engineer and was quite knowledgeable about the island. He spoke on the microphone throughout the trip, always providing new and interesting information, but never repeating himself or sounding boring. I got the sense that he wasn’t just trying to fill space, but rather that he genuinely had lots of things to share about the island. I also appreciated how he had studied some Hawaiian and was able to translate a number of names and titles to us in English and explain the cultural and linguistic origins.
ITINERARY
I was stoked to get to see Volcanoes National Park because it was on my bucket list and it was beautiful. The guide provided night-time binoculars so we could see the magma spitting out of the volcano crater at night—truly spectacular. Plus, the itinerary was designed so that you avoid the large crowds at the volcano, making stops before and after it erupts. Hilo was nice but quick, so I’d say if you really want to explore the town of Hilo you should go on your own. This one makes a brief stop in Hilo but really just uses it as a jumping off point to explore the volcano.
FOOD
The lunch was pretty simple but fresh – sandwiches with turkey, hummus, and avocado in various varieties. The dinner is quite special though as the lodge is quite intimate, very cozy and offers great food.
TRANSPORT
The transport is a Mercedes 12 seater van with a co-pilot seat, then three rows of three and one row of four. Even if you get a middle seat it’s not bad, because the windows are essentially panoramic on the bus and they are extremely clean. The black leather interior was very comfortable and not one on our ride got carsick.
Overall I highly recommend this tour!
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: よっちゃん
I was worried about seasickness, but I took some motion sickness medication and it seemed to work, so I was fine. The explanations were also provided in Japanese, so there were no problems at all. However, even when we arrived at the spot, it took a while for the manta rays to appear, and we waited on the boat for quite some time. Finally, we got the go-ahead to enter the water and waited for the manta rays to come. Soon, one manta ray passed by so close that I could almost touch it. It was thrilling. That day, I saw four manta rays, but only the first one came close, which was a bit disappointing.
船酔いを心配しましたが、酔い止めを飲み効果があったのか大丈夫でした。
説明も日本語でしてくれるので全然問題ありません。ただポイントに着いてもなかなか マンタが現れず、船の上でずっと待っていましたが。やっとゴーサイン出て海の中に入って、
マンタがくるのを待ちました。程なく一匹のマンタが触れるほどすぐ近くを通って行きました。感激です。その日は四匹のマンタを見ましたが近くを通ったのは最初の一匹だけだったので少し残念でした。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Paseba
Diese Tour fand mit ca. 18 Personen auf einem modernen Katamaran statt. Man befindet sich ca. 45min im Wasser, wobei man neue Neoprenanzüge trägt. Der Trip wurde professionell durchgeführt, es fanden sich neben den Teilnehmern stets 2-3 Sicherheitsschwimmer im Wasser. Wir sahen 5-6 majestische Mantarochen - selten was eindrucksvolleres erlebt. Ich empfehle Mittel gegen Seekrankheit, denn die Tour findet auf offenener See (Wellengang) und bei Dunkelheit statt. Kann diese Tour auf jeden Fall empfehlen.
Thank you for taking the time to review your manta tour. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the experience. Hope to serve you again in the future.
Aloha!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/05 |
Reviewed by: M.Nakano
As soon as I entered the sea, a manta ray came right up to me and performed several spins! It was so close that I could feel it touching my body. It was very impressive and exciting.
It takes about 20 minutes to get to the spot, so if the waves are high, you might get seasick. Also, it gets quite cold after coming out of the water.
海に入ってすぐマンタがそばまで来て、何回もクルクルと回転するサービスをしてくれました!近過ぎてマンタの方が体に触れてくる感じです。とても迫力があって興奮しました。
ポイントに行くまでに20分くらいかかるので、波が高いと酔ってしまうかもしれません。後、海から上がった後はかなり寒いです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! I'm glad you were able to experience the power of wild mantas up close. Please come visit Manta University again when you're in Hawaii Island. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! 野生のマンタの迫力を直に味わっていただくことが出来て良かったです♪ また是非ハワイ島にいらした際にはマンタ大学に遊びにいらしてくださいね。MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/21 |
Reviewed by: M.Nakano
It was my first time watching a proper hula dance show, and the performance was wonderful and very enjoyable. Before the show, I was entertained by the performance of a whole roasted pig for the buffet, and Kamehameha the Great made an appearance on a raft, along with traditional games to enjoy.
However, I believe the plan included photography, but they asked for $20, so I ended up not purchasing it. I was also disappointed that the lei was not made of flowers.
きちんとしたフラダンスショーを見るのは初めてでしたが、踊りも素晴らしくてとても良かったです。ショーの前にはバイキングに出る豚の丸焼きのパフォーマンスや、カメハメハ大王がいかだに乗って登場したり、伝統的な遊びをしたりと楽しめました。
ただ、プランの中に写真撮影も含まれていたはずですが、お金を要求されて20ドルもしたので結局買いませんでした。レイも花ではなくて残念でした。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I sincerely apologize for not being able to provide a satisfactory service.
The "photo service" mentioned in the inclusions was intended to allow for photos to be taken during the show intermission, but I apologize for the unclear description. Additionally, we provided shell leis at the venue, but the inclusion was only described as "leis," which may have led to expectations of floral leis, resulting in disappointment. I am very sorry for the insufficient guidance. We have corrected the information on the tour page.
We take your feedback seriously and will work with the operating company to further improve our services. Thank you very much for your valuable feedback despite your busy schedule.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度は、ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご満足いただけるサービスを提供できませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
含まれるものに記載しておりました「写真サービス」は、ショーの合間に写真の撮影をさせていただくというサービスでございましたが、
記載がわかりにくく申し訳ございませんでした。
また、会場ではシェルレイ(貝のレイ)をお渡ししておりますところ、含まれるものに「レイ」とのみ記載しておりましたために、
花のレイを期待され、結果として残念なお気持ちにさせることとなってしまいました。
ご案内に不十分な点がございましたこと、大変申し訳ございませんでした。ツアーページの記載は修正をさせていただきました。
いただいたご意見を真摯に受け止め、催行会社とともに、今後一層のサービス向上に励んでまいります。
お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/19 |
Reviewed by: ニャンコスター
I'm so glad I participated! I encountered more than eight manta rays, and it seemed like it was a particularly lucky day for encounters. It was the best! I wasn't cold at all after borrowing a wetsuit! Thank you for the amazing experience!
めちゃくちゃ参加して良かったです!
8枚以上のマンタと出会えて 本当 この日は特に
遭遇率がラッキーな日だったみたいで最高でした♡
ウエットスーツを借りたら寒くもなかったです!
最高な体験をありがとうございました★
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! We are glad to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your encounter with wild mantas. Please do come back to Manta University when you visit the Big Island again. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! 野生のマンタとの遭遇を存分にお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。 また是非ハワイ島にいらした際にはマンタ大学に遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Barb Gregory
Frantastic. Trip could not have. Been better well worth the money
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Mike Jackson
Trip was great captain Jon was funny/informative. Chelsea and Rachael were both awesome would definitely book again and look forward to seeing them all soon
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Nick
Loved the event and tanner made it fun! They broight drinks and snacks, and we agree with rahguard shirts and a hat are great choices!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/21 |
Reviewed by: かじまり
It was my first time kayaking, but I managed to move forward somehow. I went snorkeling, and I felt a bit anxious when I couldn't return to the kayak, but I somehow got back on board like a beached tuna. It was fun!
初めてのカヤックでしたが、なんとか前に進めました。
シュノーケリングをして、カヤックに戻るのができないので、一瞬不安になりましたが、打ち上げられたマグロのように乗り込んでなんとか戻れました。楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン(2018/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/21 |
Reviewed by: Gabe F.
My wife and I were celebrating our Honeymoon in Hawaii and were lucky enough to have a full day of entertainment with this tour! The Big Island can require a lot of driving time to get to see the numerous sights it has to offer. The tour we booked provided us with an experience I know we would not have gotten on our own. I cannot speak anymore highly of our awesome Tour Guide Jim Carey (I know and yes he has the same name). He made the whole experience that much more memorable by his genuine appreciation for Hawaiian culture. He was extremely knowledgeable about EVERYTHING which made the tour in depth and interactive. His added commentary was great while visiting the waterfalls and volcano. The day flew by and we were continuously more and more impressed with everything the tour offered. The provided lunch and dinner were both delicious. Every part of the day flowed very well and it was capped off by our last stop back at the volcano to stargaze. We were able to set up the telescope and see the lava erupting in the volcano! I definitely would recommend this tour to anyone and everyone and I can't thank our tour guide enough. Jim made the whole experience 10 times better! Thanks Jim!
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/09 |
Reviewed by: Len from ABQ,NM
After a self-guided drive and tour of the Haleakala volcano in Maui, I decided to let a professional do the drive from Kona to the Kilauea National Park. After reading many of the TRIP ADVISOR reviews (97% excellent), I felt confident this was the tour for my wife and I. It did not disappoint! I hate bus tours because it seems you spend half your day loading and unloading the 50+ passenger buses. Our 11 person tour allowed us to spend much longer times at each wonderful stop with no pressure. Our guide, Kevin Hasting, just said “Come back when you have seen enough.” Fantastic! In addition, Kevin had an encyclopedic knowledge of Hawaiian culture, lifestyle, history, geography, ecology, you name it. He was also an excellent storyteller between stops which made this tour a unique and personal adventure. Lastly, Kevin was so proficient at navigating the Eastern Coast, Hilo area and park that he was somehow able to adjust his routes and timing to avoid the many rain squalls and downpours common to this area. I cannot say enough about how great this tour is. Don’t drive yourself, you will miss so much. One piece of advice. Take some warm clothes with you as it gets cold at night at the high elevations. I carried a light windbreaker jacket, a hoodie, a knit cap and a pair of pullover slacks to put on at night. I ended up giving my hoodie to a fellow passenger to wear who was shivering. The tour does provide emergency blankets and jackets.
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| Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate [Deluxe Volcano Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Scott Reimer
My girlfriend broke her ankle trying to go snorkeling so going again was out for us. The next best thing or better even was this tour; Kat, our guide, answered every one of our questions and it was super fun! We saw all kinds of critters and fish and it felt like you were under the waves yourself! Clear and colorful! I’d do it again, and the price was the most reasonable of all the activities we’ve tried so far on the Big Island ;)
Aloha Scott, Glad you had a great time and thank you for such a nice review. Sorry to hear about your girlfriend, hope she is better now...ankles take time healing though!
Mahalo,
jeannie
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| Packages: | Kona Glass Bottom Boat Cruise from Kailua-Kona Pier |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/17 |
Reviewed by: ミカコ
When we gathered, the guide mentioned that on the same tour a few days prior, they hadn't encountered any dolphins, which made me a bit worried. However, we were lucky to see many dolphins!
After heading out to sea, I learned that usually, they swim slowly towards where the dolphins are, but that day, there were unusually many dolphins coming towards us.
While we were fortunate, I believe it was also thanks to the guide who chose that location. The guide decides where to wait for the dolphins.
The boat ride took about 30 to 40 minutes, but the guide shared various stories about the Big Island, dolphins, and whales, making the journey enjoyable. It was also nice that it wasn't a large group tour, but rather a small one. Thank you very much.
集合したときガイドさんに、私が参加した数日前の同じツアーでは全くイルカに出会えなかったと聞いて心配になりましたが、運よくたくさんのイルカに会えました。
沖にでてからも、いつもはイルカのいるほうへ少しずつ泳いで移動するそうですが、その日はいつになくたくさんのイルカが来てくれてたそうで、イルカのほうから寄ってきてくれる感じでした。
運もよかったですが、その場所を選んでくれたガイドさんのおかげでもあると思います。どのあたりでイルカを待つかはガイドさんの判断だそうです。
船での移動は30~40分ほどありましたが、ガイドさんもハワイ島やイルカやクジラのいろんな話をしてくれたので、移動中も楽しく過ごせました。一度に大勢参加するツアーではなく少人数でのツアーだったのもよかったです。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/22 |
Reviewed by: Macie
John was super helpful, never surfed before and rode quite a few waves during the lesson. Very positive, upbeat, and skilled! Had a blast!
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| Packages: | Group Lesson |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/14 |
Reviewed by: りんちゃん
Three manta rays appeared and circled around us, which was exciting. Two family members got seasick and seemed to need motion sickness medication. The boat was fast, and since it was nighttime, it was quite a unique experience. There was no explanation for snorkeling, so those who are not accustomed to it might panic, especially since it was in the pitch dark sea, and there were elderly people who seemed to be in distress. It might be worth considering this more carefully. I was fine since I am a diver, but for those who are not familiar with marine sports, the spray from the boat constantly hitting their faces could be tough. After it was over, despite being cold, we were handed cold bottled water. The Japanese staff were cheerful and very kind, and I enjoyed our conversations. At the end, there was an explanation about tips, and I had prepared some, but when I got off the boat and changed, there were no staff left as they had already left for the next tour. This meant I had to prepare the tip while feeling cold and drenched, which was a bit challenging considering I had a lot of luggage.
3枚のマンタが現れて、周りを旋回してくれて、エキサイティングでした。
家族が2名船に酔ってしまいました。酔いどめが必要なようです。
ボートは高速で、夜ですし、なかなかできない経験です。
シュノーケルの説明などないので、シュノーケルに慣れていない方は、
真っ暗の中の海なので、パニックになっているご老人がいらっしゃいました。
よく検討されたほうがよいかも。私はダイバーだったので、大丈夫でしたが、
マリンスポーツに親しんでいない方だと、ボートの海のしぶきが顔に
かかりっぱなしですし、つらいかも。終わったあとに寒いのに、冷たい
ペットボトルが渡されました。
日本人のスタッフは明るくて大変親切で会話が楽しかったです。
最後にチップの説明があり、用意もしていたのですが、
船から降りて着替えたら、もう、スタッフはだれもいなくて次の
ツアーにでかけていました。
そうすると、びちゃびちゃのさむーい下船のグロッキーなときに
チップを用意しないとですが、、、普通に考えると、荷物も多いし、
難しかったかな?と思います。
Aloha Rin-chan,
Congratulations on your graduation from Manta University’s Night School. I sincerely apologize for any discomfort caused by our lack of consideration.
I am very pleased that you were able to have the precious experience of swimming with manta rays, which is not something easily done in Japan.
All of our staff looks forward to the day we can meet you again. Once again, thank you very much!!
Mahalo,
Iruka Office Noriko
ALOHA りんちゃん様
この度はマンタ大学夜学部ご卒業おめでとうございます。
配慮が足りずご不快な思いをさせてしまった部分もあり、大変失礼いたしました。
マンタと泳ぐという、日本ではなかなかできない貴重な体験をして頂き、
大変嬉しく思っております。
是非またりんちゃん様にお会いできる日をスタッフ一同楽しみにしております。
改めまして・・・この度はありがとうございました!!
Mahalo
Iruka Office Noriko
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/11 |
Reviewed by: LJKouri
What a wonderful evening. The cruise was great. The crew was extremely attentive and helpful. The live music was excellent. And I enjoyed seeing the sites. I would definitely take this cruise again.
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/07 |
Reviewed by: LJKouri
This tour is very informative. You get to see black sand, volcanoes, waterfalls, and more. Our driver/guide was excellent.
There was more walking than indicated on the website, including climbing lots of stairs. Therefore I was not able to see some of the sites. But if you don't have any mobility issues, I recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/06 |
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Aloha!! Yocchan,
Thank you for participating in the manta tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. When you come to Oahu again, we also have tours like the Dolphin Middle School and University, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! よっちゃん様
この度はマンタツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
オアフ島にお越しの際はイルカ中学・大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス