Reviewed by: Celia L
My husband and I enjoyed the evening of going out on a canoe and then getting in the water and holding on to a lighted surf board to observing the huge mantas come right up to you! The young crew members were very friendly and helpful. They did provide a wet suit top but I regretted not having my full wet suit. Although it is in the "warm" Hawaiian water- after 30 minutes the water does steal your bodies warmth. So that would be my only suggestion to the average tourist. Despite the cold near the end, it was such a unique encounter that the amazing mantas- we were thrilled!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/18 |
Reviewed by: トシコ
I was truly moved by participating in the dolphin snorkeling. My husband and I are 70 and 67 years old, respectively, and this was certainly the oldest challenge for us. I had previously experienced a dolphin tour on Oahu with my daughter, so I recommended it to my husband to share that excitement. I'm really glad we participated. We encountered hundreds of dolphins. It was a dreamlike moment. Daisuke, who guided us, put in a lot of effort to make the tour better, and I’ve decided in my heart that I want to participate again next time. Thank you for such a moving day.
イルカシュノーケルに参加して本当に感動しました。私達夫婦は夫が70歳私が67歳、もちろん最年長の挑戦でした。私は前にオアフ島でイルカのツアーは娘と体験済みだったのであの感動を夫にも、と勧めました。参加して本当に良かったです。何百頭ものイルカに遭遇したのです。夢のようなひと時でした。案内してくれたダイスケ、より良いツアーにしてくれた努力がすごく感じられ次も参加したいと心に決めました。本当に感動の1日をありがとう。
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Dorothy
We enjoyed the narrative of the history of the island. The staff was friendly and helpful. This is the only company that is wheelchair accessible for a cruise. The good was fresh and very good.the pineapple dip was excellent and of course the sweet potatoes . The music was outstanding.
The man who pLayed and sang was really good. Beautiful voice.So as we cruised we enjoyed his singing. We would have bought a CD of his music but he said he said he hoped to have or ready before Chtidtmss
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: JoJo
I participated in early November. I was worried about the cold for the night activity, but thanks to the wetsuit I rented, I didn't feel too cold underwater. If the waiting time underwater is long, it might be tough. Fortunately, we only waited about five minutes, and more than three mantas came to us, which made me forget the cold in amazement. The graceful mantas gliding right in front of me were breathtaking! The bright white bellies of the mantas illuminated by the lights stood out against the night sea, making it feel almost unreal. They kept coming until we got back on the surface, and I enjoyed it until the very end.
Once we got back on the boat, my body felt heavier than I expected, and the cold was tough. I'm glad I brought a thick towel and a windbreaker. Also, despite taking motion sickness medicine, I felt nauseous from the waves and couldn't drink cocoa.
Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunset, so I’ll give it a ☆-1. However, I was very satisfied with the main manta experience! I would definitely recommend it to my friends.
11月初旬に参加しました。夜のアクティビティのため寒さが心配でしたが、借りたウェットスーツのおかげか水中ではあまり寒さを感じませんでした。水中での待機時間が長いとこたえるかもしれません。幸いにも私たちの場合は5分ほど待っただけで3枚以上のマンタが来てくれたので、感動で寒さも吹き飛びました。目の前を優雅に翻るマンタは圧巻です!ライトに照らされたマンタの真っ白な腹部が夜の海に映え、現実のこととは思えないほどでした。水上に上がるまで繰り返しマンタが来てくれて、最後まで満喫できました。
船上に上がってからは思った以上に体が重く、寒さがこたえました。厚手のタオルとウインドブレーカーを持って行ってよかったです。また、酔い止め薬を飲んで行ったのにも関わらず波酔いをしたのか、胸がむかむかしてココアが飲めませんでした。
残念ながら夕日が見られなかったので、☆-1つ。でも、メインのマンタを満喫できたので大満足です!友達にも勧めたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Ruta
Very comfortable bus, timely, pleasant driver, good price, great service.
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| Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/02 |
Reviewed by: S.K
It was cold, but according to the guide, it was "warm enough." The moon was thin, and both the sunset and the starry sky were beautiful.
寒いことは寒いですが、ガイドさん曰く「暖かいぐらい」だったそうです。
月も細い時期で、サンセットも星空も綺麗に見えました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Carolyn K.
The day we six (6) friends took this tour was fantastic. Our guide, Nick, was super. He was attentive, interesting, and very funny. We covered a lot of ground and learned a lot about the big island. Had a great lunch and a fantastic dinner. Recommend this tour for sure.
Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic day with Nick and enjoyed all of the sights and treats throughout the day. He is an amazing guide, with top notch hospitality, who genuinely loves sharing some of our favorite spots on tour. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/13 |
Reviewed by: ゆか☆
This was my first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. I participated based on a friend's recommendation. Previously, I had joined a dolphin tour on Oahu, so I chose to see manta rays this time.
The crew was very kind, which made me feel at ease. The captain was also nice, and Ally provided explanations in Japanese, which was very helpful. We took a helicopter ride to the manta point, and it felt like an attraction similar to a banana boat. The sunset visible from the boat was incredibly beautiful and moving. I was worried about seasickness, as mentioned in other reviews, but I didn't experience any at all.
We held onto the rope attached to the surfboard and waited for the manta rays to come close. At first, they didn't appear at all, which made me anxious, but we moved to another spot where we could see the mantas. When I finally saw them, the experience was so powerful and moving.
On the way back, we were treated to hot chocolate and snacks, which was a nice surprise. The night view from the boat was also beautiful.
今回初めてのハワイ島でした。友人におすすめされて、参加しました。以前は、イルカのツアーをオアフ島で参加したので、見たことがないマンタにしました。
クルーの方もすごく優しくて、安心しました。学長さんも優しく、アリーちゃんも日本語で説明してくれたので、助かりました。
マンタのポイントまで、船のヘリに乗って、バナナボートのようなアトラクション気分で行きました。その際に、船から見える夕陽は、とても綺麗で感動しました。皆さんのレビューにあった船酔いが心配でしたが、全くそれは無かったです。
サーフボードに付いてる紐を持って、ひたすらマンタが近寄ってくるのを待つ感じでした。初めは全然現れなくて、不安でしたが、ポイントを移動して、マンタが見れるようにしてくれました。実際マンタを見ると、迫力がすごくて、とても感動しました。
帰りには、ホットチョコレートと、スナックの差し入れがあり、嬉しかったです。船から見える夜景も綺麗でした。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the tour!
I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it.
Please join us again when you come back to the Big Island.
MAHALO☆☆☆
ALOHA!
ツアーへのご参加ありがとうございました!
楽しんでいただけたようでなによりです。
またハワイ島にお越しの際は、ぜひご参加くださいませ。
MAHALO☆☆☆
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/01 |
Reviewed by: まさ&なつ
I thought manta rays were something to see at an aquarium (laughs), so I was really looking forward to this tour. Since it was a meet-up plan, I drove there with a rental car, but the meeting spot in the large harbor was a bit hard to find. It's best to allow a little extra time♪
The other participants were from overseas (maybe America?), and our guide, a very cute and cheerful girl named Ari, guided us in perfect Japanese as we traveled by boat for about 20 minutes to the point. It felt amazing; even though it was a small boat, the sensation of cutting through the wind and racing across the evening sea was the best. We encountered wild dolphins along the way, and they even stopped the boat for a bit, allowing us to see them up close. It seemed like the dolphins were coming over to us!
When we arrived at the manta point, we held onto a board with blue lights to watch the mantas. I was shocked to see them so close! I observed their large mouths, round eyes, and even the tips of their tails. It felt like they were dancing around, which was a strange sensation. I had imagined it would be more like just seeing them glide by, so it was quite a surprise.
Of course, since it was nighttime on the way back and my wetsuit was wet, please make sure to bring a bath towel and a windbreaker. The starry sky we saw on the way back was a breathtaking view with the majestic mountains over the sea.
マンタは水族館で見るものだと思っていたので(笑)、このツアーを知って楽しみにしていました。
現地集合プランだったので、レンタカーで行きましたが広いハーバー内、集合場所はちょっと分かりにくかったです。少し時間に余裕をもって♪
他の参加者の方は海外の方たち(アメリカかな?)でしたが、とってもかわいくて明るいガイドのアリちゃんに、ばっちり日本語でガイドしてもらいながら20分ほど船でポイントまで行きます。これがとっても気持ち良くて、小さい船ですが風を切って夕方の海を疾走する感覚は最高でした。途中で野生のイルカにも遭遇して、少し船を止めてくれたのですごく近くで見ることができたし、イルカの方も寄ってきてくれてるようでした!
マンタポイントに着いて、ブルーライトの付いたボードにつかまってマンタを見るのですが、『えっ!こんなに近くで見れるの?!マンタってこんな姿をしてるんだ!』って、大きな口やつぶらな目、しっぽの先までマンタを隅々まで観察できました。くるくるとダンスをしてくれてるようでもあり、不思議な感覚でした。『すーっと通りすぎるのを見る』みたいなイメージだったので、びっくりしました。
さすがに、帰りは夜ですしウェットスーツも濡れてるのでバスタオルやウインドブレーカーをちゃんと持っていって下さいね。帰りに見た星空も、海の上で雄大な山々と共にのぞむ絶景でしたよ。
ALOHA!!
Thank you for participating in our tour.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed it.
We will strive to provide clearer instructions regarding the meeting point. Thank you for your feedback.
We hope you will join us again when you visit the Big Island.
MAHALO!!
ALOHA!!
この度は当社のツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございます。
お楽しみいただけたようで何よりです。
集合場所の案内につきましては、分かりやすい説明をより一層心がけて行きたいと思います。ご意見ありがとうございます。
またハワイ島にお越しの際は、ぜひご参加ください。
MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/29 |
Reviewed by: さちよ
I participated with two friends for the first time on the Big Island. Although it was November, which is said to be the rainy season, we were blessed with beautiful weather, clear skies, and no wind. The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds was truly magnificent, making us forget the cold as we were captivated by it.
I had used Masashi Nature School before, and I could tell that the guide's explanations were very clear and that they had studied a lot about Hawaii and volcanoes. The bento box was, of course, delicious, but I especially appreciated the hot miso soup served in the cold; it was a thoughtful touch.
However, it was a day close to the supermoon, so the sky was bright, and the stars weren't as clearly visible, which was a bit disappointing and left me not completely satisfied. Next time, I will aim for a new moon.
ハワイ島が始めての友人二人と参加しました。
雨季と言われる11月ですがお天気に恵まれ快晴で風もなく雲海に沈む夕陽はそれはそれは素晴らしく寒さを忘れて見入ってしまうほどでした。
マサシネイチャースクールは以前にも利用させてもらいましたがガイドの方の説明がとてもわかりやすくハワイの事、火山の事をよく勉強されているのがよくわかりました。
幕の内のお弁当ももちろん美味しかったのですが
寒い所で出して頂いた熱いお味噌汁は有り難く心遣いを感じました。
ただスーパームーンが近い日だったので空が明るくて星がくっきりきれいに見えなかったのが残念で大満足にはなりませんでした。
次回は新月の時を狙います。
Dear Sachiyo,
Thank you for sharing your experience. The sunset on the Big Island is truly beautiful, isn't it? Watching the sunset from a higher elevation than Mount Fuji is exceptionally stunning! I'm glad to hear that you were satisfied with the bento and miso soup as well. Our sunset guide seems to be very particular about providing miso soup to our guests (laughs).
It's unfortunate that you couldn't fully enjoy the starry sky during your tour, especially since it was close to the supermoon. I hope that next time you visit the island, you'll be able to observe a sky full of stars!
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We look forward to welcoming you back to the island.
Nature School
さちよ様
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
ハワイ島の夕陽は本当に綺麗ですよね!富士山より高い標高から眺める夕陽はまた格別に綺麗です!
お弁当やお味噌汁にも満足して頂いたみたいで何よりです。うちの夕陽のガイドはお味噌汁をお客様にご提供することに非常に凝っているみたいです(笑)
今回スーパームーンの近い時期にツアー参加して星空が満足に見えなかったことが非常残念です。
次回さちよ様がご来島の時は満天の星空を観測できることを祈っております!
この度は弊社のツアーに御参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
さちよ様のまたのご来島お待ちしております。
ネイチャスクール
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/11 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Fun few hours kayaking and snorkeling with Natasha and Sho. Our guides looked after us and had good knowledge of the area. We even managed to see dolphins on our way back to shore which was an added bonus.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Jil
The person who was waiting for me was so friendly and helpfull to gett my luggage an the flowers are really fresh and smell so good that i just can recommand you to have a real hawaiian greeting
Aloha Jil,
Thank you very much for your review! We are so honored that we were able to provide such a wonderful service for your experience in our beautiful island of Hawai'i. We always strive to provide our beloved visitors with a piece of our aloha, and so we are elated to have provided you as such.
Mahalo Nui!
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/29 |
Reviewed by: こぼちゃん
I went to the Big Island for my honeymoon! After participating, I learned that if you post about it, you can get one person free, so I joined the local plan.
★ Access
I stayed at the Sheraton Kona Resort, and it cost $40 (one way) by taxi from the hotel to the location. Even considering the tip, it was a good deal. For the return trip, I was told that there are no taxis waiting, so I asked the hotel staff to help me and made a round-trip reservation.
*Return time should be confirmed
The return time was about an hour earlier than what was listed on the voucher. At the meeting point, the taxi driver and the guide spoke directly, so I didn't have to wait outside.
The meeting place took some time to reach, as the taxi driver was unsure even after I showed him pictures and maps. I recommend acting early.
★ Tour Content
The guide was very cheerful and spoke fluent Japanese!
The boat ride to the manta ray swimming point was quite fast and fun. Thanks to taking motion sickness medication after seeing other people's posts, I didn't get seasick. The sunset we saw along the way was also very beautiful!
When swimming with the manta rays, there were no life jackets, so as someone who can't swim at all, I was quite worried. However, I just had to hold onto the rope attached to the board and float, so I was able to enjoy it too. No worries!
I was able to see manta rays up close, and it was a very satisfying tour. Several manta rays came right in front of me multiple times, close enough to touch (though I didn't touch them).
By November, it gets cold on the way there (even colder on the way back), so I think it's better to bring a larger towel or something to wear.
ハネムーンでハワイ島へ^^
参加後、投稿記載で1人分無料との事なので、現地集合プランで参加しました^^
★アクセス
シェラトンコナリゾートに宿泊したのですが、
ホテルから現地迄はタクシーで40$(片道)でした。
チップを考慮してもお得でした。
復路も頼んでおかないと、長しのタクシーは居ないとの事だったので、
ホテルの方にお願いをし、往復で予約。
※帰り時間は要確認
バーチャーで記載して頂いた時間より1時間程早かったです。
集合時、タクシーの運転手さんとガイドの方が直接話して下さったので、外で待たされることは無かったです^^
集合場所は、タクシーの運転手さんに写真やマップを見せても悩んでいて、
到着迄は時間がかかりました。
早めの行動をおすすめします。
★ツアー内容
ガイドさんはとても明るく、日本語もペラペラでした♪
マンタと泳ぐポイント迄の船は、かなり猛スピードで楽しかったです。笑
他の方の投稿を見て酔い止めを飲んでおいたおかげか、船酔いはなかったです^^
途中で見た夕日もとてもきれいでした!!
マンタと泳ぐ際は、ライフジャケットもなかったので、
1ミリも泳げない私はとても心配でしたが、
ボードについているロープをつかんで浮いていれば良いだけだったので、
私でも楽しめました^^
心配無しです♪
目の前でマンタも見れ、とても大満足なツアーでした。
何匹ものマンタが何度も目の前に来てくれ、
触れるほどの距離です!(触れませんが^^)
11月ともなると行きから(帰りはもっと)寒いので、
大きめのタオルや羽織るもの等を持って行った方がよいと思います^^
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Carol from BC
This is the best shuttle service from Kona hotels to airport. On time, on budget, super friendly driver.
Thanks
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| Packages: | [Departure] Hotel to Airport - Shared Service |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/29 |
Reviewed by: ゆでたまご
We headed to the meeting place at Honokohau Harbor from Waikoloa by rental car, but there was a long traffic jam heading towards Kailua about 3 kilometers before Kona Airport, so it's better for those using a rental car to leave their accommodations early.
The meeting spot is a bit hard to find, but if you follow keywords like the large parking lot on the north side of the harbor (partly gravel), the big public restroom in the middle, and the building with a yellow fence and blue roof (which is easier to identify as a shed), you should be fine.
The boat can be quite bumpy, jumping on the waves, so if you are prone to seasickness, it's definitely advisable to take motion sickness medication that you bought in Japan. The boat will anchor at the manta ray viewing point, but the slight swaying here can also trigger seasickness.
The Japanese-speaking guide, Ali, is very friendly and cute. She explained the manta rays clearly for first-time participants. You hold onto a surfboard to keep your body horizontal and wait for the manta rays to come. That day, manta rays gathered one after another to feed, and we were able to see them doing flips right in front of us. It felt like they were looking at us with their big eyes, which was quite thrilling. The largest female manta ray is said to be over 4 meters long. I had an incredible and unforgettable experience, and I'm very excited. Mahalo.
集合場所のホノコハウハーバーへはワイコロアからレンタカーで向かいましたが、コナ空港手前3キロ位からカイルア方面に向って長い渋滞が起きていたのでレンタカーを利用して行く人は早めに宿を出た方が良いです。
待ち合わせ場所はちょっと分かりにくいけど、ハーバー北側の広い駐車場(一部砂利)、真ん中にある大きい公衆トイレ、黄色いフェンスと青い屋根の建物(小屋と行った方が分かりやすい)といったキーワードを辿って行けば大丈夫です。
ボートは結構激しく海面をジャンプしたりして揺れるので船酔いしやすい人は絶対に日本で買った酔い止めの薬を飲んだ方が良いです。マンタを見るポイントでボートを停泊しますが、ここでの微妙な横揺れも船酔いを誘発させます。
日本語を話すガイドのアリちゃんはとってもフレンドリーでキュートです。初めての参加の人にも分かりやすくマンタの説明をしてくれました。サーフボードにつかまって体を水平に保ちマンタが来るのを待ちます。この日は次から次へとマンタが餌を食べに集まり、目の前でくるんくるんと宙返りをする姿が直ぐ近くで見る事が出来ました。大きな目玉でギョロッとこちらを見ているような気がしてドキッとします。一番大きな雌のマンタは4メートル以上あるそうです。信じられないような未知なる体験をさせていただき大変興奮しています。Mahalo
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Carol from BC
Since I decided to stay put at my hotel and just relax rather than having a car and driving around a lot, I used the Kona Airport Speedi Shuttle for both my arrival and departure transport from airport to hotel in Kona. Both rides were later in the evening. The driver was fantastic and we had informative as well as entertaining conversations. The bus was clean and roomy and the pickup was right on time. I would definitely recommend this service to those wanting an economical and efficient transport.
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| Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel - Shared Service |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Becky
It was the first time using this service and everything was perfect
Would use it again for sure
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| Packages: | [Arrival] Airport to Hotel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/25 |
Reviewed by: rokkizo
As expected, most participants were couples or groups, but the guide was kind and I enjoyed it even as a solo traveler. I also enjoyed the guide about the entire Big Island and the constellation lecture along the way.
やはりカップルや複数人での参加がほとんどですがガイドさんも親切で一人でも楽しめました。道中のハワイ島全体のガイドや星座講座も楽しめました。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
The Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour never gets boring, no matter how many times you go. Each time, you are captivated by a different view, aren't you?
There were many participants who came alone, and everyone knows how to enjoy themselves, so there's no need to worry.
Please come back to the Big Island next time. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Nature School
Tomoe
弊社のツアーに御参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
マウナケア夕陽と星のツアーは何回上っても飽きることがありません。毎回違う景色に魅了されてしまいますよね。
お一人での参加の方もたくさんおられまして皆さんが楽しみ方をご存知ですので心配ないですね。
次回もハワイ島にお越しくださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申しております。
ネイチャースクール
トモエ
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| Packages: | 1名様プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/20 |
Reviewed by: rokkizo
Fortunately, according to the guide, we saw the most dolphins recently. We were able to see dozens of dolphins and even swim alongside them. The experienced guide would find the dolphins and maneuver the boat to the best spots for encounters, and participants would jump into the sea as instructed. The guide was also very kind, making it enjoyable even for those who were alone.
運良くですがガイドさん曰く最近では一番よくかつ多くのイルカを見られました。何十頭ものイルカを見られ、並んで泳ぐこともできました。熟練のガイドさんでイルカを見つけては一番遭遇できる場所まで小回りの効く船で先回りして、参加者は指示どおり海に飛び込むという感じです。ガイドさんもとても親切で一人でも楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン<1名様お申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/21 |
Reviewed by: ksk
Swimming with manta rays in the night sea was one of the things I wanted to do on the Big Island of Hawaii. My husband, who is terrified of swimming and entering the ocean at night, surprisingly enjoyed it as well.
First, we boarded a small boat and headed out to sea. The thrill of the speed was exhilarating! The sunset viewed from the boat was breathtaking. When the sun had completely set and it was dark, we arrived at the observation spot. We all held onto the board and floated while waiting for the manta rays. Although I said we were waiting, the rays were quickly attracted to the light beneath the board and came right up to us. I was so excited to see a manta ray glide just below my belly! The manta rays dancing gracefully in the night sea were truly mystical. I was able to take some great photos of them, and I was very satisfied!
However, as others have mentioned, it can be quite nauseating. The gentle rocking of the board was tougher than seasickness. Even my husband and I, who love thrilling rides, felt a bit queasy. It’s definitely a good idea to take motion sickness medication for peace of mind. A girl in our group looked pretty miserable from the nausea.
On the way back, we enjoyed the starry sky and felt the grandeur of the Big Island. If you’re considering participating in this activity, you absolutely should!
夜の海でマンタと泳ぐ‼私がハワイ島でやりたいことの1つでした。
ただ、泳げなく夜の海に入る事を異常に怖がる旦那。でも、そんな彼でも充分に楽しめたようです。
まず、小さなボートに乗って沖へ出ます。スピード感がスリリング‼ボートから見る夕陽は絶景です。
陽も沈みすっかり暗くなった頃に、観測スポットに到着。みんなでボードに掴まり、プカプカと浮きながらマンタを待ちます。待つと書きましたが、ボードの下の光に引き寄せられ、すぐにマンタが寄ってきます。自分のお腹下スレスレを通るマンタに大興奮♪夜の海で、ゆったりと優雅に舞うマンタは神秘的です。マンタの写真もバッチリ撮れて、大満足!!!
ただし、他の参加者の方も書かれているように、けっこう酔います。船酔いよりも、ボードのゆったりとした揺れがキツかった。絶叫系アトラクションが大好きな私たち夫妻でも、酔いました。酔い止めは飲んだほうが、安心です。一緒のグループだった女の子は、酔ってしまいかなり辛そうでした。
帰りのボートでは、星空が楽しめ、ハワイ島の雄大さを感じられます。
アクティビティに参加するか迷っている方は、絶対にやるべきです!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Debra
The experience was awesome. I would recommend it to everyone. The tour operator was great and showed amazing forethought by providing water, wipes, jackets, and flashlights. Dinne at the lodge was delicious. In addition, our tour guide,Nick, was knowledgeable about the culture.
Aloha and Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great day with Nick and enjoyed all of the sights, treats, and little extras throughout the day. Mahalo for your recommendation and we hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/01 |
Reviewed by: くまもん
We stayed on Oahu and the Big Island for our honeymoon, and it became the best memory of all. First of all, the clarity of the ocean is just amazing. A pod of dolphins swims gracefully through the water, filling the air with their adorable sounds. I was completely healed by the sight of a baby dolphin jumping while wagging its tail! It seems like there are manta ray tours at night as well, so I want to participate in both next time.
ハネムーンでオアフ島、ハワイ島と滞在しましたが、全てにおいて1番の思い出になりました。
まず、なんといっても海の透明度。
そのなかを優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れ。
たくさんの可愛らしい鳴き声。
赤ちゃんイルカがしっぽをフリフリしながらジャンプするしぐさに、癒されまくりました!夜はマンタツアーもやってるみたいなので、次は両方参加したいなぁ。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/26 |
Reviewed by: イッチー
I participated in this for my honeymoon! The reviews were very good, so my expectations were quite high, but it easily exceeded them. The guide was always sharing various information and was very kind throughout the tour! They also provided warm clothing, so I was able to enjoy the sunset at the cold mountaintop, and the stargazing along the way was fantastic, with clear explanations that were interesting and enjoyable. It was a great tour that I would love to join again if I have the chance! Thank you very much!
新婚旅行で参加しました!
口コミが非常によかったため、
かなりハードルがあがっていたのですが、
そのハードルを軽々と超えていきました(^^)
ガイドさんは常に色々な情報を教えてくれたり、終始とても親切でした!
防寒着も用意して頂けたので、
寒い山頂でもサンセットがしっかりみれ、
また途中の星空観測がとてもよく見える上に、説明もわかりやすくて面白くて最高でした!また、機会があれば参加したいとても良いツアーでした!
ありがとうございました♪
Dear Icchi,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are honored to provide a tour that will remain a memorable part of your honeymoon memories. The guides are truly entertaining, and even on the same tour, having a different guide can bring a whole new level of fun and content, so I believe you won't get bored at all. Our guides are constantly honing their storytelling skills to satisfy our customers (laughs). If you have the opportunity, please consider joining a tour with a different guide next time.
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.
Nature School
Tsukamoto
イッチ―様
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
新婚旅行の思い出の人ページに残るようなツアーをご提供することができ光栄です。
ガイドの人も本当に面白い人ばかりで、同じツアーでもガイドが違うとまた違った面白さや内容になるため全然飽きないと思います^^
ガイドたちも日々お客様を満足させるために話術の腕を磨いております(笑)
もし機会がございましたらぜひ今度は違うガイドでツアー参加もご検討してみてください^^
この度は弊社のツアーに御参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。
またのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。
ネイチャースクール
塚本
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/27 |
Reviewed by: かなきち
I booked the plan over 350 meters, and I think most people can enjoy it even if they have a fear of heights. The moving boat shakes quite a bit, so it's good to have motion sickness medication if you're prone to getting seasick.
350m超のプランを予約、高所恐怖症でもほとんどの人が楽しめるとおもいます。
移動する船は結構揺れるので、酔いやすいひとは酔い止めがあるといいです
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| Packages: | 高度150メートル!デラックスプラン(~2018/12/31) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Jill
If you like kayaking and snorkeling, this is a great trip! The tour guide was very informative and actually took pictures for everyone on the trip. It was a smaller size group which was perfect for this kind of excursion. The snorkeling stops were great. The only thing is it is hard to get on and off kayaks when on the water! I fell off once when trying to take off my shorts. I want to do this one again when I go back.
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| Packages: | Dolphin Watch Kayak & Snorkel Sea Cave Tour [4 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/28 |
Reviewed by: なかむらっち
First of all, I was impressed by the transparent and beautiful blue sea. Lucky for us, just as we left the port, we discovered a pod of dolphins swimming with their dorsal fins out of the water. We even spotted some dolphins jumping. I was able to enter the water about four times, aiming for the route the dolphins were taking. The wetsuit keeps you afloat without any effort, but if you're feeling anxious, it's a good idea to use a floatation device. I think we borrowed floatation devices for about three people this time.
During the first time in the water, I wasn't quite used to the sea yet, so I was a bit slow to put my face in the water, and I barely managed to see the dolphins swimming far away. The second time, as soon as I got in the water and put my face down, I was able to see a mother and baby dolphin swimming slowly right below me. I could also hear their cute squeaking sounds. After that, I got more comfortable in the water and was able to enjoy the sunlight filtering through the water and the sight of many dolphins swimming around me.
At the end, Daisuke, who was driving the boat, insisted that he wanted to get in the water! He switched places with Jesse and jumped in, swimming like a dolphin. I couldn't help but wonder if Daisuke was actually a dolphin (laughs).
Jesse, who also provided transportation, didn't look Japanese at all, but he spoke Japanese very well, and I was able to hear a lot of stories beyond just dolphins, which made it really enjoyable. Thank you very much!
まず最初、透明で美しい青い海に感動しました。
ラッキーなことに港を出てすぐに、背びれを出して泳いでいるイルカの群れを発見しました。
そのうちジャンプするイルカも発見。
イルカが進行してくるルートをねらって、4回ほど海に入らせてもらえました。
ウェットスーツは何もしなくても浮くのですが、不安な人は遠慮なく浮き具をもらうといいです。
今回は3人ほど浮き具を貸してもらっていたと思います。
1回目はちょっとまだ海に慣れてなかったので、顔を水に付けるタイミングが遅れて、遠くに泳いでいるイルカをなんとか見れたという感じでした。
2回目は、海に入ってすぐ顔をつけると、真下をゆっくり泳いでいく親子のイルカを見られました。
キューキューというかわいい声も聞けました。
それ以降は水に慣れてきて、海中を差し込む太陽光とたくさんのイルカの泳ぐ姿を余裕をもって見ることができました。
最後は船を運転していたダイスケさんが、どうしても海に入りたい!と言って、ジェシーさんに運転をチェンジして、海に入るとイルカみたいに泳いでました。
ダイスケさんはイルカなのかな?と思ってしまいました(笑)
送迎もしてくださったジェシーさんは全く日本人には見えませんが、日本語が大変上手くてイルカ以外の話もたくさん聞くことができ、とても楽しかったです。
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: | 2016/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: kkk
Until boarding the submarine waiting at sea, we will travel by boat from the pier. During the journey, the crew members talk about something, but I couldn't understand because I don't speak English...
Inside the submarine, you can listen to explanations in Japanese through headphones.
海で待機している潜水艦に乗るまでは、桟橋から船で移動します。移動中は乗組員さんが何か話してくれるのですが、英語が分からないため理解できず……。
潜水艦の中では、ヘッドフォンで日本語の解説が聞けます。
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| Packages: | ワイコロア地区送迎 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: kkk
I thought the guide would be Japanese since they spoke Japanese, but they were actually from an English-speaking country. Haha! Of course, their Japanese was excellent, so it wasn't a problem.
When floating on the surface of the water, it's truly moving to see the manta rays swimming right beside you!
However, while traveling it was fine, but the boat during our stay really made me feel seasick... I took motion sickness medication, but I was still in a pretty groggy state.
Also, the light snacks were basically chocolate bars, haha!
日本語を話せるガイドさんということで、てっきり日本人かと思っていたら、普通に英語圏の方でした。笑
勿論、日本語お上手だったので問題はありませんでした。
海面に浮かんでいると、マンタが本当に身体すれすれを泳いでいくので感動します!
ただ、移動中は大丈夫ですが、泊まっている間の船は本当に酔います……。酔い止め飲んで臨みましたが、普通にグロッキー状態でした。
あと、軽食=おやつ=チョコレートバー的なやつでしたwww
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| Packages: | コナ地区送迎プラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: メロン
Unfortunately, I couldn't meet any sea turtles, but I was taken to a very beautiful sea. I had a happy time surrounded by colorful fish. The lunch was also very delicious, and I was able to fully enjoy it. The dive from the boat was exciting and left a lasting impression.
残念ながらウミガメには会えませんでしたが、とてもきれいな海につれていってくれます。
色とりどりの魚たちにかこまれて幸せな時間でした。
ランチもとてもおいしく、満喫することができました。
船からのダイブもエキサイティングで印象に残りました。
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| Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/13 |
Reviewed by: NLKTravel
Pros: Our guide was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot. You go from sea level to about 13,800 feet, so remember to drink water. The views at 13,803 feet were beautiful. The observatories are interesting to see (from the outside). You observe stars with an 11" telescope at the visiter center parking lot. The guide points out stars/planets that everyone gets a chance to see. They give you jackets with gloves available.
Cons: It is a bumpy ride and some of the road is dirt. The "hot" meal was more of a box lunch. Bathroom breaks are limited. You do climb to 14,000', be prepared for the climate and altitude change. I was under the impression we could see more of the observatories, you only see them from the outside and are not allowed in.
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| Packages: | Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/25 |
Tips and suggestions
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An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
It is surprisingly cold, so it would be best for you to prepare warm clothing in addition to our company's winter gear.
The lunar phase is very important for stargazing, so it might be a good idea to check it in advance before planning your travel itinerary.
It seems that S.K. was able to see both the sunset and the stars beautifully, which is truly wonderful.
We sincerely look forward to your next visit to the island.
Thank you once again.
ツアーにご参加いただきまして、誠にありがとうございます。
ハワイとは思えないほどの寒さですので、弊社の防寒着にプラスしてお客様でも暖かい服をご用意いただいたほうがよろしいですね。
星空観測をするうえで、月齢は非常に重要になります。事前にお調べになられてから、旅行日程をたてられたほうが良いかもしれません。
S.Kさんは夕陽も星もきれいに見ることができたそうで、本当に良かったです。
またのご来島を心よりお待ちしております。
この度はありがとうございました。