All Reviews for Kailua-Kona

I expected this trip would be a magical chance to get to stand "on top of the world" and watch the sunset and see the stars. It was indeed spectacular. The stargazing portion was really geared towards people who are absolute astronomy beginners, so if youre an amateur astronomer you'll be a little disappointed that you don't get to see more. But the guides were great the whole time giving a great history of the Big Island ranging from botany to politics to Volcano development. Don't expect a very lively time, if you're there as an individual it's a quiet, lonely world up there. but would be great as an adventurous couple to see something totally out of the ordinary.

This month (January 2013), I participated with my husband.

On the day of the event, I was worried that it might be canceled due to high waves, but we drove to the meeting point with a rental car.

Regarding the waves, there was absolutely no problem. After signing in at the reception, I changed into my swimsuit. I slathered on sunscreen because the Hawaiian sun can be intense.

Once on the Zodiac, they kept asking if I had applied enough sunscreen. The guide had sunscreen available, so it was okay to borrow some there. In fact, I did borrow it. Thank you!

As we left the harbor, we were waved off by a sea turtle floating in the harbor.

Bouncing along, we quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. They are said to be the second largest species of dolphin, and I thought they were small whales.

The guide shared various information about the fish and islands, but due to the wind noise and my limited English, I understood very little. However, he was a nice guy.

Now, getting back on track, we headed south from the harbor towards the Sheraton, and the snorkeling took place in Kealakekua Bay, which is not affected by swells.

It was almost my first time snorkeling, but they provided something like a float, and since it was close to the shore and the boat, and the guide was watching over us, I felt safe and wasn't scared at all. I was very satisfied to see colorful tropical fish hiding among the corals up close. The sea urchins were super big.

When we got hungry, we were given sandwiches, snacks, and juice. It was all gone in no time.

On the way back, we encountered not only dolphins but also whales. They came quite close, within a few dozen meters, and everyone was super excited.

The boat was going really fast, so on the way there, I was tense, clinging to the rope and my husband to avoid falling off, but on the way back, I discovered how to brace myself and was able to relax quite a bit.

In the end, I gave a tip to the guide who took care of us, but many people didn't give one, so it's really up to you. It's the thought that counts.

Since I get cold easily, I used a towel and a hoodie to shield myself from the wind during the ride. Also, for those concerned about sunburn, you might need to hold your hat down with your hand to prevent it from blowing away, so having a hat might be a good idea.

今月（2013年1月）、夫と二人で参加してきました。

当日は、波が高く、中止になるのかなぁと心配しつつ、
レンタカーで、集合場所まで行きました。

波については、まったくのノープロブレム。受付で名前を書いたら、水着にお着替え。
日焼け止めをベトベトと塗ります。ハワイの日差しはやばそうですからね。

ゾディアックに乗ると、しつこいくらい、日焼け止めを塗ったか確認されます。
ガイドが日焼け止めを持っているので、そこで貸してもらってもOKです。というか借りました。
さんきゅー。

港から出るときは、たまたま港内に浮かんでいたウミガメさんに見送ってもらいました。

ボンボン揺られながら、沖にでると、早速イルカの群れに遭遇。2番目に大きい種類のイルカだそうで、小さいくじらかと思いました。

ガイドさんが、魚や島のことについて色々教えてくれるのですが、風音と英語が苦手なせいで、殆どわからんちんでした。でも、ナイスガイでしたわー。

さて、話が逸れましたが、港からシェラトン方面にずっと南下して、シュノーケリングは、うねりの影響を受けない、ケアラケクア湾で行いました。

シュノーケリングは、殆ど初めてでしたが、浮き輪みたいなものも貸してくれたし、岸や船からも近いし、ガイドさんも見ててくれるので安心感があり、全然怖くなかったです。
色とりどりの熱帯魚がサンゴにかくれんぼしている姿が間近に見れて、大満足でした。ウニ超でかいです。

お腹が空いたら、サンドイッチとスナックとジュースが貰えます。ペロリでした。

帰りは、いるかに加えて、くじらにも遭遇。数十メートルの距離でまで、近寄ってきて、みんな、大興奮でした。

ボートはすごいスピードなので行きはロープや主人にしがみついて落ちないように緊張していましたが、帰りには踏ん張るコツというのを発見しかなりリラックスして乗船できました。


最後は、お世話になったガイドさんにチップを渡しましたが、渡してない人も多数いたので、どちらでも良いですね。気持ち気持ち。

私は寒がりなので、移動中は、タオルとパーカーで風を防御していました。
あと、日焼けが気になる方は、風で飛ばされないように、手で押さえなければならないですが、帽子もあったほうがよいかもですね。

Last time I participated in the summer, and since the constellations visible change with the seasons, this time I went in winter when my constellation is visible.

Every time I joined during the new moon according to the lunar calendar, I was amazed by the starry sky, but this time I couldn't adjust my schedule, so I ended up going close to the full moon and had low expectations. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how many stars I could see.

Additionally, the weather was absolutely perfect, allowing us to see the red lava lake of Kilauea from the summit.

I also love that I can take a lot of photos each time, and they upload the images on their website.

前回は夏に参加、季節で見える星座も違うので、今回自分の星座が見える冬に行きました。
毎回月の暦で新月の時に参加して満天の星に感激でしたが、今回スケジュールの調整つかず、満月に近い日になって期待薄だったのですが、思っていた以上に星が見え良かったです。

また、天気が最高に良かったのでキラウエアの赤い溶岩溜まりやを山頂から見ることが出来ました。

毎回写真を沢山撮って、ホームページ上で画像をアップしてもらえるのも魅力です。

I think the tour itself is very interesting, but there is a language barrier...

I would recommend it to those who can speak English, but I feel it might be tough for those who cannot. However, it seems that there is a good chance of encountering dolphins and whales.

If you can speak English, definitely give it a try!

ツアー自体は大変面白いと思いますが、語学の壁が・・・。

英語が話せる方にはお勧めですが、英語が話せない方には厳しいかなと感じました。
しかし、イルカ・鯨にはかなりの確立であえるみたいです。

英語が話せる方は是非参加してみてください。

My husband and I went on this trip as a wedding present from my brother on our honeymoon and we had a blast! It was great to be able to be in a kayak together. The places we saw, and the stories we were told were awesome. There was even a surprise cliff jump! It's a great way to see a beautiful side to the Big Island!

When you arrive in Hawaii, you might have the image of being welcomed with a lei, but recently that has become less common, so I signed up for this service as a surprise. They were very happy, so I think it was a great start to the trip. The price is a bit on the higher side, but the staff's response was good. You don't need to speak English to be okay.

ハワイに着いたら、レイで迎えてくれるというイメージがあると思いますが、最近はそんなことが少なくなっているので、このサービスはサプライズで申込みました。
とても喜んでくれたので、旅の初めにはよかったと思います。
少し値段は高めですが、スタッフの対応もよかったです。
英語ができなくても大丈夫です。

Our guide provided a trip filled with interesting history, fun facts, and a great stargazing discussion! Probably the best activity we did on our Big Island vacation.

We've done this trip a few time, and it's always great. The food is good. Staff is Great. Boat is still tip top. Had some high surf that limited where we could go, and we had to deal with some of the new regulations by Capt Cook Monument, but the staff was on top of it, and we didn't miss a beat. Well worth it.

Excellent crew, clear water, lots of fish.... Great fun!

I went to Hawaii for my honeymoon and participated in the Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour.

Before reaching the summit, we saw a beautiful rainbow and took some photos there. It was a fun journey even before we got to the top, taking pictures on the lava!

Then, we observed the sunset near the summit.

It was truly beautiful!! The sunset reflecting off the clouds was also very stunning.

As for the cold, it was indeed cold. I made sure to wear warm clothing, but they also lent us ski pants, jackets, hats, and gloves, which was very appreciated.

During the stargazing, I was amazed by how many stars there were, thinking, "Are there really this many stars?!" It was incredibly beautiful.

Our guide, Mr. Yamamoto, was very interesting and knowledgeable about the Big Island and the stars, making it a wonderful tour! He even taught us how to take photos of the night sky with our own cameras, and we were able to capture some really beautiful pictures!

This time, I couldn't see my constellation because it wasn't the right season, so I want to try again at a different time!

Words can't fully express this experience, so if you ever have the chance to go to the Big Island, I highly recommend participating in this tour!!

Lastly, thank you to our guide Mr. Yamamoto and everyone who joined the tour with us!☆

新婚旅行でハワイへ行き、マウナケア　サンセット＆星空観測ツアーに参加しました。

山頂につく前にも、とってもきれいな虹が出ていて、そこで写真撮影。溶岩の上で写真撮影と、山頂に行くまでも楽しい旅でした＾＾

そして、山頂付近で夕日の観察。

本当にきれいでした！！雲に夕日が反射しているのも、とても綺麗でした。

寒さは、やっぱり寒いです。自分でもしっかり防寒具を着込んでいきましたが、さらにスキー用（？）のズボンと上着と帽子と手袋を貸してくださいますので、とてもありがたかったです。


星空観察は、「こんなに星があったの！？」というくらいたくさんの星が見えて本当に本当にきれいでした。

ガイドさんの山本さんも、とってもおもしろくて、ハワイ島や星たちに詳しくて、とってもよいツアーでした!!
私たちの手持ちカメラでの星空撮影の方法まで教えていただき、とっても綺麗な写真もとれました！！

今回は、私の星座がみれない時期だったので、時期を変えてまたチャレンジしたいです！

言葉では、この感動が伝えきれないので、ぜひぜひハワイ島に行くことがありましたら、ぜひぜひこのツアーに参加してみてください！！

最後に、ガイドの山本さん、一緒に参加したツアーのみなさま、ありがとうございました☆

This might be what a hotel luau is like... Previously, I attended a luau on Maui that was really great, so this might be a gap in comparison... The difference is that the entertainment, like the hula dance, was lacking. I was expecting something more dynamic. The food wasn't bad, but it was just okay. There were few drink options. Maybe Kinkame is in a small space.

ホテルのルアウだとこんなもんなのかもしれない・・・
以前、マウイ島で参加したルアウがすごく良かったので、そのギャップかもしれない・・・何が違うかと言うと、フラダンス等のエンタが寂しい。もっとダイナミックなものを期待していた。食事は悪くはなかったが、まあまあ。飲み物の種類が少なかった。キンカメは場所が狭いのかな。

I participated in the monitor campaign with Aran1 and boarded the Zodiac. The tour was a 5-hour trip with a lunch included, departing at 10 AM. We took a taxi from our hotel in Kona to the meeting point at Honokohau Harbor and arrived without any trouble. Besides the two of us, there were no other Japanese participants, and the group was quite international, with members from various countries visiting for tourism. Therefore, all the procedures and interactions during the boarding were in English. However, I don't think those who are not confident in English will have too much trouble, as difficult English is hardly necessary. Additionally, they provided supplementary materials in Japanese during the initial procedures, so I think you'll have a general understanding of what is being said.

At first glance, the boat surprised me as it was just a rubber boat. It was my first experience with rafting, and I was excited to see what ocean rafting would be like, but it was even more intense than I expected, racing across the sea with great excitement. You can experience thrills like a roller coaster, hitting waves and falling off them. However, this rubber boat is said to be military-grade, so it was very stable.

While it's easy to focus on the rafting part, the basics are also well covered. First, we snorkeled in Kealakekua Bay, where Captain Cook's monument is located! Just a little below the surface, there was a beautiful expanse of coral reefs and tropical fish. The water clarity was excellent, probably around 25 meters. Since it was January, the water temperature felt a bit chilly, but the foreigners didn't seem to mind the cold too much. However, once you get back on the boat from the sea, the sun's rays are very strong, making it quite warm. In fact, it's so strong that if you don't apply enough sunscreen, you could get burned. The lunch after snorkeling was a sandwich, and it was delicious.

On the way back, they explained various spots along the west coast of the Big Island. We were also fortunate enough to see schools of whales and dolphins during the rafting, which was a bonus. This tour is not just about going snorkeling; the boat ride itself is an attraction, making it a two-in-one experience. I had a great time. However, there is no restroom on the boat, so I think it would be a challenge if you don't take care of that before boarding. If you want to enjoy snorkeling at a leisurely pace, it might be better to take a larger boat.

今回Aran1さんのモニターキャンペーンを利用しゾディアック号に乗船してきました。コースは10時出発ランチ付の5時間ツアーです。コナのホテルからタクシーに乗って集合場所のホノコハウハーバーまで向かいましたが迷うことも無くすんなり到着しました。参加者は私たち2人以外日本人はおらず、いろいろな国から観光に来ている国際色豊かなメンバーでした。ということで、もちろん手続きや乗船中のやりとりは全て英語となります。ただし、難しい英語はほとんど必要ないので英語が苦手という人でもそれほど困ることはないと思います。また、最初の手続き時に日本語で書かれた補足資料を渡してくれるので、何を言っているのか大体の見当はつくと思います。
ボートは最初見て驚きましたが本当にただの（？）ゴムボートです。ラフティング経験は初めてで、しかもオーシャンラフティングということでどんなもんかワクワクしていましたが、予想以上に激しく海の上を走り迫力満点でした。波にぶつかったり、波から落ちたりさながらジェットコースターのようなスリルを味わえます。しかしこのゴムボートは米軍仕様とかで安定感は抜群でした。
ラフティング部分に注目しがちですが、それ以外の基本もばっちりおさえています。まずはクック船長のモニュメントがあるケアラケクア湾でのスノーケリング！水面から少し潜るとそこは一面のさんご礁とトロピカルな魚達がとてもきれいでした。海の透明度も抜群で25mはあるかと思います。1月ということもあり水温は肌寒く感じられましたが、外国人の方々はあまり寒そうではないようでした。しかし、海から船に上がると太陽の日差しがとても強いのでとても暖かいです。というより強すぎるので日焼け止めは十分に塗っておかないと火傷をします。スノーケリング後のランチはサンドイッチでしたが、これがまたおいしかったです。
帰りはハワイ島西海岸の各スポットについて説明してくれました。また、ラフティング中にクジラやイルカの群れを見ることもできお得でした。
ただスノーケルに行くだけでなく、船での移動そのものがアトラクションになっている本ツアーは1粒で2度おいしいというかんじです。とても楽しむことができました。ただし、船にはトイレがないので乗船前に済ましておかないと大変だと思います。またゆっくりスノーケルだけを楽しみたいということであれば大きな船に乗っていくツ

I went to the port without knowing much about the Zodiac boat, and it turned out to be just a black rubber boat with an engine. I was surprised that 18 people would fit on it! Since Hawaii Island is a small island floating in the Pacific, the waves were very high, and I felt a bit anxious about whether we could really go out on this. The cheerful captain revved the engine, lifted the Zodiac onto the sea, and made it glide over the waves. The speed was just like a jet ski. We could tilt the boat and turn just like surfing. Being lightweight, it could do anything! It felt like we were on a pirate ship. Sitting on the edge of the boat, we genuinely flew over the waves like flying fish!

We snorkeled near Captain Cook's monument. The water was really cold!! But it was so clear, and we enjoyed seeing beautiful tropical fish. While diving, I heard popping sounds, as if dolphins were communicating or something. After enjoying snorkeling for a while, we got cold and were the first to get out of the water, but the foreigners swam for over 10 minutes longer without any problem. The lunch on the boat after snorkeling was delicious. Then, the captain took us to a spot where we could see dolphins. I was moved, but after seeing the dolphins swim quickly, I felt exhausted just watching from the Zodiac. I was really glad to be back on land.

You can get the instructions in Japanese, but the language is in English. I didn’t feel like reading the instructions on the boat, so it’s definitely more fun if you understand English. You can really enjoy the cheerful activities with the foreigners.

ゾディアック号がどんな船かよく知らずに港に行ったら、エンジンがついているだけの黒のゴムボート。これに18人乗るからびっくり（<＝すみません）！ハワイ島は、太平洋に浮かんでいる小さな島なので、波がとても高く、ほんとにこれでいくのかいな～、と一抹の不安がよぎりました。陽気な船長さんは、エンジンをブインブインうならせて、ゾディアック号を海の上に持ち上げ、波の上を滑るように走らせました。そのスピードはまさにジェットホイール。そして、サーフィンみたいに自由自在に船を傾けてカーブを切っていきます。軽いからなんでもできるんですね～。こりゃもうあれくれボート、海賊船です。船のヘリにお尻を乗せて座っている私たちは、本気で波の上をトビウオみたいに飛びました！
シュノーケリングはクック船長の碑の前あたりで行いました。水がとってもつめたい！！でもすごく透明で、綺麗な熱帯魚が楽しめました。潜っているとぱちぱち音がしていて、イルカかなんかが交信してたみたいです。
十分シュノーケリングを楽しんだ私たちは、体が冷えてしまって一番に海からあがりましたが、外人さんは平気で私たちより１0分以上長く泳いでいました。シュノーケルの後の船の上のランチは美味しかったな～。それから、船長さんが、「いるか」がいる場所に連れて行ってくれました。感動したのですが、ゾディアック号でへとへとの私は、いるかの高速な泳ぎを見ているだけでどっと疲れが出ました。陸にもどってこられて、本当に良かったです。
説明書は日本語版をもらえますが、言葉は英語。船の上で説明書を読む気がしないので、英語がわかる方が断然楽しいです。まさに陽気な外人さんのアクティビティーが楽しめましす。

An awesome way to spend Christmas Morning! This was part of many firsts for our family: our first trip to Hawaii, first time kayaking in the ocean, first time snorkeling, .... We had a wonderful time. My husband and I shared a Kayak and our son had his own. All of us had a wonderful time. My husband and son even jumped off the cliff! My only disappointment was I wish I had some photos of us during the experience.

I thought it would be colder, but the weather was warm and very comfortable on the day.
The view from the top of the 4,200m mountain was amazing at sunset! It felt like being on top of the snow.
And the starry sky was incredible!
I could see the Milky Way, and I was very satisfied!!
I want to go again~ (*^_^*)

もっと寒いかと思いましたが、当日は暖かくとても過ごしやすい陽気でした。
4,200ｍの山の上は、夕日も最高！まるで雪の上にいるような景色でした。
そして、ものすごい星空！
天の川も観られて、とても満足でした!!
また行きた～い（*^_^*）

We signed up with my parents, who are celebrating their 60th birthday, and my husband and I, making a group of four. First of all, we were very satisfied with the guide's attentive work and witty explanations of the starry sky, and surprisingly (was that rude?) the bento was delicious.

Since we drove to a place higher than Mount Fuji, I was careful to practice abdominal breathing as instructed to avoid altitude sickness (I experienced drowsiness and a slight headache due to lack of oxygen). However, once we reached the summit, the sunset viewed from a rocky world that felt like another realm made all drowsiness and headaches disappear. The starry sky observation from a little below the summit, accompanied by the guide's humorous commentary, made us forget the cold.

Each participant took turns having their photos taken against the backdrop of the starry sky, and the service to download those photos for free from the blog on the website was incredibly moving, as it was something we couldn't do ourselves. The photo taken with Orion and the Winter Triangle in the background is a wonderful memory for our family. Thank you very much!!

還暦を迎えた両親と私たち夫婦の4人で申し込みました。まずガイドさんの丁寧な仕事ぶりと軽妙な星空解説、そして意外にも(失礼？)美味しかったお弁当に大満足でした。
車で富士山より高い所まで行くので、登りは高山病にならないように教えてもらった腹式呼吸で酸素を取り込むことに気を使っていました(酸素不足による眠気と軽い頭痛を経験しました)。しかし、いったん頂上に着いてしまえば、異世界のような石だらけの世界から見る夕日に眠気も頭痛も吹っ飛び、頂上から少し降りた所から見た星空観測では笑いを交じえた軽妙なガイドに寒さも忘れる程でした。
参加者全員順番に、星空をバックに写真を撮って下さり、それをHPのブログから無料でダウンロードできるサービスは、自分たちではできないことなのでとても感激でした。オリオン座と冬の大三角を背景に撮った写真は家族の素敵な思い出の一枚です。ありがとうございました!!

I was expecting a traditional hula dance show for my first time, but it turned out to be a well-produced performance.

初めての　フラダンスショー　伝統てなものを期待してましたが良くできたショーアップされたものでした　

We participated in the morning plan on February 2, 2012, and all three of us were very satisfied!! I've been to Hawaii about ten times, but since coming to the Big Island, I've fallen in love with this place and have been coming here for four consecutive years. I usually stay at a condominium in Waikoloa, but this time we also spent two nights in Hilo and were satisfied after seeing the red flames of Kilauea at night before returning to our "home" in Waikoloa.

I usually play around snorkeling in the nearby sea. I was interested in this tour and wanted to go, but I thought it wouldn't be right to go alone while leaving my wife and grandmother behind. However, I reconsidered because:

1. The boat is large and stable.
2. It has clean restrooms.
3. Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and fruit are included.

With these conditions, my grandmother could just enjoy watching from the boat.

I was deeply moved and impressed after participating for the first time. My English is limited to what I learned in middle school, so I was worried. Luckily, there was a young Japanese sister on board, and I asked her to help me if I didn't understand something, but I managed to get by on my own.

Along the way, we saw whales, and just before we arrived at our destination, we were welcomed by a pod of dolphins. The staff and crew were enthusiastic and cool, and their commitment to ensuring each guest had a great time was palpable.

The sea was clear, with coral reefs and schools of tropical fish. Most of the guests seemed to be Americans, and everyone, young and old, was lively and friendly. There was no need for words...

Honestly, I wish I understood more English. The beautiful and clean boat eased my grandmother's initial worries, and she even asked, "When are we going again?"

Even without getting in the water, she enjoyed watching everyone play in the beautifully clear coral reef from the boat. The staff filmed the experience, so I quickly purchased the video and watch it from time to time.

My younger brother, who was watching it with me, is retiring this year, and he wants us all to go together as a celebration, so we’ve already made a reservation for February 14, 2013. I’m looking forward to it!

Whether in winter or summer, the water is nice, but it can be cold when you get back on the boat, so I need to remember to bring a large towel or a yacht parka.

The most important thing is to "have fun together." Among the things to bring for this tour, it mentions bringing sunglasses and also an "adventurous spirit." I really love this feeling.

I can't wait to go again!

2012年2月2日のモーニングプランに参加し、3人とも大満足!!
ハワイ旅は10回位ですが、ハワイ島に来てからここが大好きになって4年連続で来ています。いつもワイコロアのコンドミニアムがメインですが、今回はヒロにも2泊して夜のキラウエアの赤い炎も見て満足してからワイコロアの「我が家？」に。
何時もは近くの海でシュノーケルしたりして遊んでいました。私はこのツアーに興味を持って『行きたい』と思っていましたが妻とお婆ちゃんを残して一人で行ってもナー。とあきらめていましたが、
1.この船は大きくて、揺れない。
2.きれいなトイレが付いている。
3.朝食、昼食、飲み物、果物付き。
この条件ならお婆ちゃんは、船の上で見ていればイﾂカー。
と、初めて参加してみて感激、感動。
私の英語は、中学の義務教育のみで心配、たまたま若い姉妹の日本の方がいらしたので「わからない時は、助けてネ」とアプローチお願いしましたが何とか自力でクリアー出来ました。
途中、鯨も見えて、現場に付く直前にイルカの群れの歓迎です。
スタッフ、クルーのテンションの高さとカッコよさ、そして安全配慮と、お客様を一人一人どうやって楽しましてやろうという気持ちがガンガン伝わって来ます。
海は透明、珊瑚礁と、熱帯魚の群れ。
ほとんどのお客様はアメリカ人～　だと思いますが皆さん老いも若きも元気、元気。とってもフレドリーで楽しい。
言葉、いらない・・・・
本音は「もっと英語がわかればナー」
綺麗な船で清潔なので,・・・・当初、心配していたお婆ちゃん「今度、いつ行くノー」だって。
海に入らなくても、船上から綺麗に澄んだ珊瑚礁で遊んでいる皆を見ていて楽しんでいます。
スタッフがビデオを撮ってくれていたので早速購入して時々見ています。
これを一緒に見ていた弟も、今年定年退職なので記念に皆で行きたいということで、
2013年2月14日また、予約してしまいました。楽しみでーす。
冬でも夏でも、・・・海の中は良いのですが船に上がった時寒いときがあるようなので大きいタオルや、ヨットパーカーなど忘れないように気をつけよう。
一番大切なことは、「皆で思い切り楽しむ」ことかな。
このツアーにも、持って行くものの中にサングラス等と一緒に
【冒険心】と書いてあります。
この気持ち、だーい好きです。
また

We participated as a family of eight. With four people over 60 years old, including the oldest at 73, I was worried about whether we could handle climbing a mountain higher than Mount Fuji at 4,200 meters. I thought it would be a more challenging tour, but they provided breaks for altitude adjustment, and everyone was in great shape.

In Kona, the temperature was 20 degrees, while at the summit of Mauna Kea, it was minus 2 degrees, so there was a 22-degree temperature difference. However, the cold weather gear they lent us was perfect.

At the summit of 4,200 meters, watching the sunset was incredibly moving and exciting for everyone. By the time we descended the mountain after the sun had set, it was pitch dark, but we stopped to enjoy the starry sky, which was also incredibly moving and exciting. The sky was filled with stars. It was amazing. Everyone was satisfied with this tour. However, it would be even better if the price were a little lower.

家族総勢8人で参加しました。60歳以上が4人、最高齢73歳と高齢者が多いので4200メートルと富士山よりも高い山に登っても大丈夫かなと心配で、もっと大変なツアーかと思っていたのですが途中で気圧調整の休憩をとってくれて全員絶好調でした。
コナは気温20度、マウナケア山頂はマイナス2度と22度も気温差がありましたが、貸してくれた防寒具でバッチリでした。
また、４２００メートルの山頂で観るサンセットには全員’チョー感動・感激・最高～’でした。太陽が沈んでから山を下るころは真っ暗になりましたが、途中で車を降りて星空観賞、これまた’チョー感動・感激・最高～’です。空全面が☆。すごいですねえ。全員このツアーには満足しました。でも料金がもうちょっと安くなるともっといいんだけどなあ。------


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It was truly the best tour. As a repeat participant, I definitely want to join again next time. The weather may affect it, but that's part of the experience. I believe the encounters with fellow participants and the coordinator are also valuable travel experiences. If you're going to the Big Island, this tour is highly recommended.

本当に最高のツアーでした。
リピーターとして次回絶対参加したいです。天気に左右されるかもしれませんが、それもまた巡り合わせ。一緒に参加するメンバーの方やコーディネーターの方との出会いも貴重な旅の体験だと思います。ハワイ島に行くなら、絶対おススメのツアーです。

At 4,000 meters, the clarity of the dry air seems different. I went in early December, and the starry sky was magnificent. The path from the Onizuka Visitor Center to the summit was unpaved, and I was a bit surprised by the steep incline, but the 12-passenger four-wheel-drive van climbed strongly despite being full. It was indeed cold at the summit. It seems impossible without warm clothing, which they lent us for stargazing and other activities.

The dinner bento at the Onizuka Visitor Center, which came with miso soup, was a comforting taste of Japanese food after a long time. It was a nice break.

It was a great experience to be able to drive to a place higher than Mount Fuji.

　４，０００メートル、乾いた空気空の透明度が違うようです。１２月の上旬に出かけましたが、満天の星空でした。オニヅカビジターセンターから頂上までは舗装がなく、急勾配の坂にはちょっとびっくりしましたが、１２人乗りの４輪駆動の小型バン満席でしたが、力強く登っていきました。頂上はやっぱり寒かったです。星空観測などにも貸してくれた防寒具がないと無理のようです。
　オニズカビジターセンターでの夕食のお弁当は味噌汁付きで久しぶりの日本食でほっとしました。そしていい休憩になりました。
　富士山より高い場所に車で行けるというのはいい体験でした。

I recommend this for those visiting Hawaii Island for the first time. They provided detailed explanations about various information regarding Hawaii Island, and I was able to understand it well.

ハワイ島を初めて訪れて参加する方にお勧めです。ハワイ島についての色々な情報などを丁寧に説明してくれて、よく理解できました。

Since it was just the two of us on the day, we were able to go at our own pace, and the staff was always attentive, making it a very enjoyable tour. The snorkeling had great visibility and there were lots of corals!! They took many photos for us and sent them via email later. We returned to the port before 9 AM, and then we went to Hilo. We made effective use of our time, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling day.

当日は私たち二人だけだったので、自分たちのペースで進むことができ、スタッフの方も常に気をつかってくれてとても楽しいツアーでした。シュノーケリングも透明度がよくサンゴがたくさんありました!!
写真もたくさんとって頂き、後日メールで送ってくれました。９時前には港に戻ってくるので、それからヒロへ行きました。
時間を有効に使え、とても充実した一日になりました。

I participated on December 16th. It was my first time, and I was nervous, but both the captain and Daisuke were very friendly, so my nerves quickly disappeared.

We were blessed with good weather and encountered a pod of dolphins, and I was able to swim among them and even hear their voices, which was incredibly moving.

I would love to participate again if I have the chance. This is a highly recommended tour.

12/16に参加させていただきました。初めてで、緊張していましたがキャプテンも大輔くんも、とてもフレンドリーに接してくれたので、すぐに緊張も吹っ飛びました。
天気にも恵まれ、イルカの群れにも遭遇できその中で泳ぐことができたうえにイルカの声も聞くことができ、感動感動のしっぱなしでした。
また、機会があれば参加したいと思っています。とても、おススメのツアーです。

I had a great time seeing dolphins and various other sea creatures! The staff's response was wonderful, and I was able to enjoy myself with peace of mind. I booked a shuttle service, and it was nice to have someone who spoke Japanese and shared many stories with me! I want to swim with dolphins again the next time I visit the Big Island!

イルカは勿論、色々な海の生き物を見ることができてとても楽しかったです！
スタッフの対応も素晴らしく、安心して楽しむことができました。
送迎付きを申し込みましたが、日本語を話せる方で色々な話を聞かせてもらえてよかったです！
またハワイ島に行くときはイルカと泳ぎたいと思います！

I was honestly nervous because I'm not a good swimmer, but when the dolphins appeared, all of that disappeared. I forgot my fear of the water and found myself swimming smoothly towards the dolphins, which surprised me.

Just hearing their voices is soothing, but having wild dolphins come close to me was truly moving.

Since we were in an area with dolphins, there were some waves, but I felt completely fine because we had a guide with us, and I could swim with a float between my arms. Plus, I got to hear fun stories about dolphins and the ocean, which made me very satisfied.

By chance, on the day I went, I saw three manta rays, and the weather was nice enough to see all the way to Maui, and even Mauna Kea. A miracle happened when a whale appeared, and I got to see its tail perfectly. The excitement on the boat was through the roof, and I was able to create unforgettable memories.

Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience.

泳ぎが苦手なので正直ドキドキしていたのですが
イルカが登場したらそんなことぶっ飛びました。
水が怖い事も忘れて、イルカの方へスイスイ泳いでいて
自分でもびっくり。

ただ声を聞くだけでも癒されるのにその上、
野生のイルカが傍に寄ってきてくれるなんて感動です。

イルカのいる海域なので多少波があるのですが
それでも傍にガイドさんもついていてくれるし
棒状の浮きを脇に挟んで泳げるので全然平気でした。
それに楽しいイルカや海の話も聞けて大満足でした。

たまたまなんですが私の行った日にはマンタも３枚見れ
天気が良かったのでマウイ島まで見れ、
マウナケアの頭まで見れるという奇跡が起き、
更にクジラが現れて、テールまでバッチリ見れました。
こんな幸せな状態に船の上のテンションは上がりまくりで
忘れられない思い出が作れました。

本当に楽しい思い出をありがとうございました。

We raced across the water at high speed on a jet boat. Along the way, we were able to see whales and dolphins. It was a very satisfying tour that allowed us to truly experience the great nature of Hawaii Island.

ジェットボートで猛スピードで水上を走っていきます。
途中でクジラやイルカも見ることができました。
ハワイ島の大自然を肌で感じることができ、とても満足のいくツアー内容でした。

We participated as a family, but since I'm not good at English and the show progressed quickly, I couldn't understand it well. I think it would be enjoyable if you are okay with English. It felt different from the shows in Guam and Saipan.

家族で参加しましたが、英語が苦手なため早口でショーが進行されたため内容がよく分からなかった。英語OKなら楽しめると思います。グアムやサイパンのショーとは一味違う感じでした。

Had a wonderful time. Boat was exceptional and specifically built for tour. Staff was extremely knowledgeable really great with the children as she used to be a school teacher. You couldn't have asked for a better guide for families with children!

I participated with my wife and daughter. Actually, the day before, we went to Kilauea Volcano and stargazing, but unfortunately, the weather was not good, and we were disappointed that we couldn't see the volcano or the stars. However, Mauna Kea had great weather, starting with an impressive sunset, and we were able to see a sky full of stars, including the Milky Way. Additionally, I was lucky enough to see a shooting star, which made my wife envious.

As advice for everyone participating, dinner is served around 3 PM, which is quite early, so it's better to have an early lunch or eat a small amount. (Don't expect much from the bento...) Also, there is time to acclimatize to the high altitude at the Onizuka Center, but once you reach the summit, you may experience headaches, palpitations from just a little movement, and dizziness, so be careful. Furthermore, it gets quite cold in winter, so I think it's a good idea to prepare hand warmers and tights. Masashi's tour provided pants, which was helpful. They mentioned that only Masashi's tour offers pants. In any case, I think this is a tour that everyone should definitely experience when visiting the Big Island.

家内と娘と三人で参加しました。実は前日にキラウエア火山とスターゲイジングにも行ったのですが、あいにくに天気で火山も星もよく見られずがっかりしていましたが、マウナケアは天気がよく感動的な夕日から始まり天の川を含め満天の星を見る事ができました。さらに私だけ流れ星も見られて家内にうらやましがられています。参加する皆さんにアドバイスとしては、夕飯の時間が１５時頃ですごく早いので昼は早めにとるか、少量にしたほうがよいでしょう。（お弁当はあまり期待しないほうが、、、）また、オニズカセンターで高地の低酸素に体を慣らす時間を取りますが、山頂に着くと頭痛やちょと動いただけで動悸や体がふらついたりするので気を付けたほうがよいでしょう。また、冬はかなり寒いのでホッカイロやタイツを用意したほうがよいと思います。まさしのツアーではズボンも用意してくれたので助かりました。ズボンがあるのはまさしのツアーだけと言っていました。いずれにしてもハワイ島に行ったらぜひ経験してほしいツアーだと思います。