Reviewed by: GON
If you're coming to the Big Island, I highly recommend this tour! The summit of Mauna Kea had clear air and a beautiful, sunny atmosphere. Eating a BLT sandwich while watching the sunset at 4,200 meters is an experience you can't find anywhere else! And the BLT sandwich is delicious!
You can take photos in various styles, and during free time, you can capture pictures from different angles. There is also a stargazing tour, but I recommend going on a new moon day! Unfortunately, there was some moonlight, but you can still enjoy stargazing and be very satisfied! The warm cocoa was very tasty.
The guide primarily speaks English, but I was relieved to know they could speak some Japanese as well! Anyway, the greatness of this tour can't be conveyed unless you participate. So, I won't post any photos. Please join and experience this wonderful time for yourself!
ハワイ島へ来るなら、このツアーをおすすめします!
マウナ・ケア山山頂は、空気が透き通り、晴れ渡って素敵な空間でした。
4200mで夕陽を眺めながら食べるBLTサンドは他では経験出来ないと思います!そしてBLTサンドが美味しいです!
写真撮影も色んなパターンで撮って貰えますし、空き時間で色んな角度から写真を撮れます。
星空のツアーもありますが…新月の日がおすすめです!
残念ながら月明かりがありましたが、それでも星座を眺めたり十分に満足出来ます!
温かいココアはとても美味しかったです。
ガイドさんは基本的には英語のガイドですが日本語も多少なり話せて安心しました!
とにかくこのツアーの素晴らしさは参加しないことには伝わりません。なので写真も載せません。ぜひ参加して素敵な時間を体験してみてください!
寒さ対策について
ユニクロのHeatTec と手袋、ホッカイロ、貸し出しの上着で十分です。耳あてもあるとなお良いと思います。
着替えについては他の方と一緒です。
高山なのではしゃぎ過ぎないように!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/07/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/02 |
Reviewed by: きり
Watching the sunset and stargazing at Mauna Kea became a lifelong memory. The sight of the sun sinking into the sea of clouds was mystical, and the starry sky was breathtakingly beautiful. The guide's explanations were thorough, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. Warm clothing is essential, but it's definitely worth it!
マウナケアでの夕焼けと星空観賞は一生の思い出になりました。夕日が雲海に沈む光景は神秘的で、満天の星空は息をのむ美しさ。ガイドさんの解説も丁寧で安心して楽しめました。防寒対策は必須ですが、その価値は十分にあります!
Bring plenty of warm clothing! Gloves and a hat will also make you comfortable. You can change at the visitor center's restroom along the way, so there's no need to dress heavily from the meeting poin
防寒着は多めに!手袋と帽子もあると快適です。
途中に立ち寄るビジターセンターのトイレで着替えられるので集合地点から厚着をして行く必要はないです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/29 |
Reviewed by: YUKA
The tour guide primarily spoke English, but they were kind and attentive even to those who couldn't speak English. I was very satisfied as I was able to get many beautiful photos taken!
ツアーガイドさんは英語メインでしたが、英語が話せなくても親切で丁寧に声をかけてくれました(^^)綺麗な写真も何枚も撮って貰えて大満足です!
You can borrow ski wear, but I was able to stay comfortable by equipping myself with Heattech, a neck warmer, and hand warmers!
スキーウェア上下を貸してもらえますが、ヒートテックやネックウォーマー、カイロを装備して快適に過ごせました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/29 |
Reviewed by: 石鎚 三嶺
About six months ago, I decided on this tour for the new moon in June and planned my trip. The weather forecast in Japan indicated that it would be clear the whole time, but when I arrived at the location, it was mostly cloudy. The highlights of the tour were watching the sunset at the summit and stargazing. I was able to enjoy both quite a bit. Since it's about the weather, there's nothing to do but pray, but it seems that the moonlight significantly affects stargazing. All 11 guests were Japanese, and the guide was of Japanese descent (we called him Sho-chan) and provided the tour entirely in Japanese, which was very helpful. The topics covered ranged from safety to sightseeing, keeping us entertained without getting bored. His photography skills were particularly impressive. It seems that we can download the photos of the sunset against the backlight and the portraits under the starry sky later. The explanation of the starry sky was also good. He used a laser to explain the constellations. I highly recommend this tour.
半年ほど前から、6月の新月の日にこのツアーを決めて旅行を組みました。日本の天気予報では、ずっと晴れが続くことになってはいたのですが、現地に着くと、雲の多い天気が続いていました。ツアーの目玉は頂上での日没と星空観察です。。何とか二つとも十分楽しむことができました。天気のことなので、祈る以外はないのですが、月のあかりは、星空観察には大きく影響するみたいです。ゲストは11人全員が日本人でガイドは日系の方で(私たちは正ちゃんと呼んでいましたが)日本語だけで案内していただけました。これはありがたかったです。話の内容は安全に関することから、観光に関することまで飽きさせることなく楽しませてくれました。特にカメラの腕は素晴らしいです。逆光の夕日、星空の中での人物の写真はあとで、ダウンロードしていただけるようです。また星空の解説は良かったです。星座についてレーザーを使って説明してくれました。お勧めできるツアーです。
It's important to prepare adequately for the cold. It was more than I expected. Also, if possible, I would like to request a message from Sho-chan.
寒さ対策は十分考えておいた方がいいです。予想以上でした。また、正ちゃんリクエストもできればお願いしたいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/25 |
Reviewed by: HANATOYO
In June, the summit of Mauna Kea was said to be 7°C, but it didn't feel as cold as I expected. On the way up the mountain by car, thick clouds made it hard to see anything, but at the summit, we broke through the clouds and had a clear view of the surroundings. There were some clouds higher up, but the sunset from there was very beautiful. The guide also provided various tips and took three poses for us.
For stargazing, there were some areas where it was a bit hard to see due to the clouds, but the guide's explanations were thorough, and I was able to understand the constellations well.
6月のマウナケアの山頂は7℃と言われましたが、思った程寒く感じませんでした。車で山を登る途中は厚い雲で周りが見えないほどでしたが、山頂はそのその雲を突き抜けて、周囲はクリアーに見ることが出来ました。また更に上空には若干の雲はかかりましたが、そこから見る夕陽がとても綺麗でした。ガイドの方も色々とアドバイスしてくれて3ポーズ撮影していただきました。
星空観察も雲のかかったままでやや見えづらいところもありましたが、ガイドの方のご説明も丁寧で星座などもよく理解できました。
The changing area is essentially the restroom, so it gets very crowded and is not easy to change in. I recommend bringing a top that can be layered easily and wearing tights or something similar under
着替えする場所は要するにトイレなので、とても混むし着替えにくいので、上衣は簡単重ね着出来るものを持って行き、ズボンの下にはタイツなどをあらかじめ履いて行かれた方が良いと思います。
また途中の仮設トイレ
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/25 |
Reviewed by: Jonah
This was a great experience. Getting to see the observatories and look out over the clouds above everything on the Big Island was really amazing. Watching the sunset and then doing some star gazing was awesome. Very happy with everything.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/20 |
Reviewed by: しゅん
The purpose of participating in this tour was not only to see the sunset from the summit but also to experience the best starry sky and the Southern Cross from the slopes of Mauna Kea. A significant difference from the sunrise tour I participated in before is that we head to the summit while it’s still bright, allowing us to fully enjoy the scenery along the way, the sea of clouds, and the surrounding mountains. Although it was foggy and rainy until we broke through the clouds, we were blessed with good weather from the visitor center and were able to witness an amazing sunset. During the stargazing afterward, as soon as we arrived at the viewpoint, the Southern Cross was clearly visible right next to the ridge! It’s nearly impossible to see this in Japan, so I made sure to imprint it in my memory and take photos. Since the moon wasn’t out, the starry sky was even more spectacular than a planetarium. Thank you for such a wonderful time.
今回このツアーに参加した目的は最高峰からのサンセットはもちろんのことマウナケア山麓で観る最高の星空と南十字星です。以前参加したサンライズとの大きな違いは、まだ明るい時間に山頂へ向かいますので、道中の景色や雲海、周りの山々がしっかり見られることです。雲を抜けるまでは霧と雨でしたが、ビジターセンターからは天気にも恵まれ、感動のサンセットを観ることができました。その後の星空鑑賞ではポイント到着後すぐに稜線のそばにはっきりと南十字星が!日本で観ることはほぼ不可能ですのでしっかり目と写真に焼き付けました。月も出ていなかったので満天の星空はもうプラネタリウム以上でした。本当に幸せな時間をありがとうございました。
The summit can get quite cold. They provide warm clothing and gloves, but if you're sensitive to the cold, it might be good to have ear warmers as well. Also, the battery drains much faster than on fl
山頂はかなり寒くなります。防寒着上下とグローブは貸して頂けますが、耳が辛い方は耳あてもあったら良いかと思います。あと平地よりスマホの電池の減りがものすごく早いです。携帯充電器持って行った方が良いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Shochan
The staff who spoke Japanese (Mr. Shotaro) provided a thorough guide!! I was moved to see the Milky Way for the first time. I'm looking forward to seeing the photos!
日本語を話せるスタッフ(正太郎さん)が丁寧に案内してくれました!!
初めて天の川をみて感動しました。写真を見るのが楽しみです!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Ryu
I visited the Big Island for the first time, and one experience I definitely wanted to try was the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing. The weather was great, and both the sunset and the starry sky offered the best views. The two guides were kind and created a fun atmosphere, which made me feel comfortable participating. Although it was an English-guided tour, they mixed in some Japanese, so even Japanese speakers could enjoy it. The BLT and cocoa they prepared were also very delicious. It became a memorable experience of a lifetime. Thank you very much.
初めてハワイ島を訪れたのですが、必ず体験してみたいと思っていたのがこのマウナケアの夕日星空鑑賞でした。天気も良く夕日も星空も最高の眺めでした。ガイドのおふたりも優しく楽しい雰囲気でツアーが行われたので安心して参加できました。英語ガイドでしたが、日本語も混ぜてくれたので日本人でも楽しむことができました。用意してくれていたBLTやココアもとても美味しかったです。一生に残る思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。
Stargazing is colder than a midwinter night in Tokyo, even in summer. They provide outerwear, but it's best to bring something warm to wear underneath and hand warmers just in case.
星空鑑賞は夏でも東京の真冬より寒いです。
上着は用意してもらえますが、中に着込むものやカイロを用意した方が間違いないです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/16 |
Reviewed by: たけのこ
I had a very meaningful experience. At the pickup location, it was summer clothing, but it gradually got colder as we approached the slopes of Mauna Kea. We acclimatized to the thin air at around 2800 meters and then headed to the summit. The clear air and the sight of the setting sun were amazing. Additionally, the stargazing after sunset was easy to understand thanks to the guide's thorough explanations, and we were lucky enough to see shooting stars. The starry sky was the best experience.
とても有意義な体験ができました。ピックアップ場所では夏服でしたが、マウナケア山腹に近づくにつれて徐々に寒くなって行きます。2800メートル付近で酸素の薄さの慣らしをしていざ頂上へ。空気が澄んでいて沈んでいく太陽見られたのは最高でした。また、サンセット後の星空観測はガイドさんの丁寧な解説付きで分かりやすく、運良く流れ星も見えました。満天の星空は最高の体験でした。
It's good to have a light down jacket and warm underwear because it's cold. The air is thin, so you might feel dizzy. Don't hesitate to tell your guide if you do.
寒いので薄いダウンと暖かい下着があるとよいです。空気が薄いのでクラクラするかも。我慢せずにガイドさんに言うといいですよ。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/15 |
Reviewed by: てる
This tour was truly wonderful. The guide was kind and very knowledgeable. It started at the coast, climbed up the mountain, and continued with breathtaking views of the sunset at the summit, and finally the starry sky. The hospitality was excellent, and the sandwiches and hot chocolate were very delicious! I can seriously recommend this tour.
このツアーは本当に素晴らしかったです。ガイドさんは親切で知識も豊富でした。海岸から始まり、山を登り、頂上の夕焼け、そして最後には星空まで、ずっと絶景が続いていました。おもてなしも最高で、サンドイッチとホットチョコレートもとても美味しかったです!このツアーは本気でおすすめできます。
The summit is colder than you might think! There are coats available, so please make sure to use one!
頂上は思っているより寒いです!コートが用意されているので、ぜひ使ってください!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/19 |
Reviewed by: 日本人
As the title suggests, there were surprisingly very few Japanese people giving tips. Since most of us are Japanese, we think tips aren't necessary, and in the end, someone even asked, "Is there a need to give tips?" It's quite embarrassing.
表題通り
日本人はチップ渡してる人予想よりめちゃくちゃ少なかった。
ほぼ日本人だからチップ要らないよねと
しまいには「あげる必要あるんですか?」ともう来るなよ恥ずかしい。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/13 |
Reviewed by: Fei
The shuttle was late by 15min because of "an issue with some customers at the previous pickup location." I personally don't think the shuttle should wait if someone is late by more than 5min.
But James was a cool tour guide, told us a lot about the island and his personal experience/stories. A funny guy to talk to and helped take pictures, gave us sandwiches, served hot cocoa, and adjusted the telescope for us when someone wanted to look at a specific star
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/10 |
Reviewed by: かっちゃん
I was able to see the sea of clouds, and on top of that, I witnessed the sunset. I enjoyed the starry sky to the fullest. I took a lot of photos, so I am satisfied.
雲海も見られて、その上サンセットまで見られました。満天の星空を堪能しました。写真も沢山撮って頂いたので満足です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/29 |
Reviewed by: mmm
I was moved by the beautiful sunset.
During the stargazing, I was taught a lot in Japanese, and it was very easy to understand.
Both the sandwich and cocoa were delicious.
綺麗なサンセットに感動しました。
星空観察では日本語でたくさん教えてくださり、とてもわかりやすかったです。
サンドイッチ、ココアどちらも美味しかったです。
I think it's best to be well-prepared for the cold so you can enjoy it!
寒さ対策は万全にしていった方が楽しめると思います!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/04 |
Reviewed by: BJJ
Francis was a very knowledgeable and talkative guide. Very much enjoyed our conversations!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/07 |
Reviewed by: Abdul
Exceptional experience , Wes was a great tour guide
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/29 |
Reviewed by: Mags
Awesome tour! James, our guide, was excellent! Appreciated his knowledge and enthusiasm! Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Rick
The starry sky was beautiful. The observatory and sunset were just okay.
The price is cheap, but that's about the only advantage. Since the cost is low, it's understandable, but the lunch box only had one or two pieces of sautéed bacon sandwich, and I would appreciate it if they could consider making it a bit healthier, perhaps by lowering the calories.
The tour guides from this company have a mix of responses; some are very administrative in their approach, so it can be hit or miss.
星空はきれいでした。天文台や夕焼けはそこそこでした。
値段は安いのですが、メリットとしてはそれくらいです。
料金がやすいので仕方ないのですが、ランチボックスはソテーしたベーコンのサンドイッチ1,2切れで、もう少し低カロリーにするなど健康に配慮してもらえると嬉しいです。
この会社のツアーガイドは事務的な対応の方もいて、当たり外れがあります。
If it's just for the starry sky, you can go to the visitor center on your own, so I feel like joining a tour isn't necessary. The starry sky itself was very beautiful, so I recommend it.
星空だけであれば、ビジターセンターまでなら個人でも行けるので、ツアーには参加しなくてもよいかなという印象です。星空自体はとてもよかったので、おすすめです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/02 |
Reviewed by: キキちゃん
Right after departure, we were covered in clouds, and I wondered how it would turn out with occasional rain, but as we gained altitude, the clouds cleared (or rather, we emerged above the clouds), and both the sunset and the starry sky were incredibly beautiful.
While there are places in Japan where you can see the starry sky and enjoy views from mountain summits, the scale here is completely different. I was moved to see the Southern Cross and the Milky Way.
The guide primarily spoke English, but they also checked in with us in Japanese to see if we were feeling okay, which was very considerate and helpful.
出発直後から雲に覆われ、時折、雨模様でどうなることかと思いましたが、標高が上がるにつれ雲が切れ(というか雲の上に出て)、サンセットも星空も大変きれいに見えました。
国内でも、星空が見えるところがあったり、山頂からの景色を楽しめるところはいくつもありますが、ここはスケールが全く違い、南十字星や天の川も見ることができて感動モノでした。
ガイドさんも英語メインでしたが、つど日本語で体調大丈夫?みたいに気を使っていただいて助かりました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/16 |
Reviewed by: まりりーな
We participated as a family of five.
There was one other group of Japanese participants besides us.
We had a unique and amazing experience with the sunset and starry sky that you can only have here!
If you come to the Big Island, this is definitely a must-do.
The guide was Japanese and kindly assisted us in Japanese.
家族5人で参加しました。
私たち以外にも日本人参加者は1組いました。
ここでしかできない夕日と星空の唯一無二の最高の経験ができました!
ハワイ島に来たなら絶対行くべきです。
ガイドの方は日本人の方で、私たちに日本語で丁寧に対応してくださいました。
It was colder than I imagined, so the adhesive heat packs were very convenient!
想像以上に寒いので、貼るカイロが便利でした!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/21 |
Reviewed by: aloha S&C
This trip was with three senior friends to the Big Island of Hawaii. We were looking forward to this tour, the main event of our last day. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was wonderful, but the starry sky afterwards felt like being inside a dome, allowing us to truly feel the universe. I'm really glad I participated. It became the best memory. Thank you to our guide for working hard to communicate in Japanese.
今回はシニアの友人3人でのハワイ島への旅行でした。最後の日のメインイベントのこのツアーを楽しみにしていました。マウナケア山頂からのサンセットも素晴らしかったけど、その後の満点の星空はまるでドームの中にいるような感覚で宇宙を感じることが出来ました。
本当に参加して良かったです。最高の思い出になりました。ガイドさんも、頑張って日本語で一生懸命に対応してくださり、ありがとうございました。
It's colder than I expected. They can lend you a fairly thick down jacket and pants, but it's still so cold that you might shiver, so I recommend bringing warm clothing to wear underneath.
思った以上に寒いです。かなり厚めのダウンとパンツを貸してもらえますが、それでも震えるほどさむいので、中に着る温かいものを持参することをお勧めします。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/18 |
Reviewed by: Hi,kd
I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour at the summit of Mauna Kea on the Big Island. It was a small group tour with about 10 people, which made for a relaxed experience.
The sandwich we had along the way was delicious and satisfying. The sunset from the summit was truly beautiful, and I was moved by the view spreading over the sea of clouds. The starry sky after sunset was also amazing, shining brightly in a way that only a high place without city lights can offer.
What made me happy was that we were the only Japanese participants, but our guide was Japanese. In between explanations to the other groups, he provided detailed information about constellations and celestial bodies in Japanese.
For those considering going to Mauna Kea individually, I recommend joining a tour. You can enjoy the breathtaking views without worrying about driving on mountain roads or managing your health at high altitudes. If you want to see the sunset or love stargazing, definitely consider participating!
ハワイ島でマウナケア山頂のサンセットと星空観測ツアーに参加しました。4グループ10名ほどの少人数ツアーだったので、ゆったり過ごせて良かったです。
途中で食べたサンドウィッチが美味しくて満足。山頂からの夕陽は本当に綺麗で、雲海の上に広がる景色に感動しました。日が落ちた後の星空も、街明かりのない高い場所ならではの輝きで最高でした。
嬉しかったのは、日本人の参加者は私たちだけでしたが、ガイドさんが日本人だったこと。他のグループへの説明の合間に、日本語で星座や天体について詳しく教えてくれました。
個人でマウナケアに行くか迷っている方は、ツアー参加をおすすめします。山道の運転や高地での体調管理など、ツアーなら安心して絶景を楽しめますよ。夕日を見たい方・星空好きの方はぜひ参加してみてください!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/14 |
Reviewed by: みえはる
It was a wonderful tour.
My spouse and I participated in the tour. Since we were at an altitude of about 4200 meters, we were worried about the thin air and cold, but our guide was always attentive to our condition. We enjoyed the most beautiful sunset in the world and the starry night sky, which sparkled differently from the plains.
We received a lot of explanations about various constellations and information about the Big Island, making it a highly satisfying tour.
とても素晴らしいツアーでした。
夫婦でツアーに参加しました。標高約4200mの山頂ですので空気の薄さと寒さが心配でしたが、ガイドの方から常に体調を気遣っていただき、この世で一番ビューティフルなサンセットと平地での輝きと全然違う夜空に輝く満点の星を満喫しました。
色々な星座の解説やハワイ島の事もたくさん説明していただけて、非常に満足度の高いツアーでした。
This is a tour you absolutely must go on when traveling to the Big Island of Hawaii. It is incredibly healing for the heart. The beauty is so overwhelming that it brings tears to your eyes.
ハワイ島を旅行するなら絶対行くべきツアーです。大変、心が癒されます。あまりの美しさに自然と涙が出てきます。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/10 |
Reviewed by: saja
We participated as a couple in mid-February. The schedule was manageable, and the guide's hospitality was wonderful. It was so cold at the summit that there was still snow, but they provided warm clothing for free, allowing us to have a comfortable time. Unfortunately, the weather and timing were disappointing. The clouds were thick all day, and we couldn't see the sunset on the horizon. Additionally, since it was a full moon period, it turned out to be more about moon viewing than stargazing, which was unexpected due to a lack of prior research.
2月中旬に夫婦で参加しました。
日程に無理がなく、ガイドさんのホスピタリティが素晴らしく、山頂は雪が残るほど寒かったのですが防寒着も無料で貸してくださり、快適な時間を過ごすことができました。
残念だったのは、天候と時期。この日はずっと雲が立ち込めていて、地平線に夕陽が沈む姿は拝めませんでした。
また、満月の時期だったため、天体観測というより月見になったことも、事前調査不足による想定外でした。
Controlling the weather is difficult, but for those who want to see the stars, I recommend choosing a time when the moon is not too bright.
天候のコントロールは難しいですが、星を見たい方は月が明るすぎない時期を選ぶことをおすすめします。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/11 |
Reviewed by: Jj
The tour guide James was friendly and very kind, always attentive to our health during the hike. He also provided fascinating explanations about constellations and the Mauna Kea telescope. Since it was an English tour, it was great to bond with participants from various regions of the United States throughout the tour.
ツアーガイドのJamesはフレンドリーで、山登り中に体調にも常に気をかけてくれてとても親切でした。また、星座やマウナケアの望遠鏡についても非常に詳しく説明してもらえ面白かったです。英語ツアーということもあり、アメリカの色々な地域から来た参加者同士ともツアーを通してとても仲良くなれて良かったです。
The names of the constellations can be provided in Japanese, but they are basically all in English.
星座の名前などは、日本語でも教えてくれますが基本的に全て英語です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/07 |
Reviewed by: kojima
A precious activity where you can experience the Earth itself through your senses, with vast lands, sea of clouds, giant telescopes observing distant stars, and constellations not seen in Japan... In the pre-explanation received via email, it was mentioned that there would be no Japanese guide, but on the day of the experience, perhaps due to good luck, we were the only Japanese participants and received individual guidance in Japanese. The jackets and pants provided by the activity were quite thick, and I felt sufficiently warm even in an environment around 0°C. The sandwiches and hot cocoa we were given were delicious and soothing for a slight headache.
広大な大地や雲海、遠くの星を観測する巨大な望遠鏡や日本では見られない星座...と、日常では味わえない地球そのものを五感で体感できる貴重なアクティビティ。
メールで届いていた事前説明では日本語のガイドはしていないとのことだったが、体験した日は運が良かっのか、私たちしか日本人がいなかったにも関わらず、個別に日本語でガイドしていただけた。
アクティビティ側で用意されているジャケットとパンツはかなり厚手のもので、0℃前後の環境でも十分に暖かく感じた。いただいたサンドイッチやホットココアも、軽めの頭痛を癒やす美味しさだった。
The bus used for activities has narrow seats, so it's recommended to keep your luggage to a minimum. You can buy souvenirs at the visitor center along the way, but they do not accept cash.
アクティビティで利用するバスは席が狭いので、荷物は最小限をオススメします。途中で寄るビジターセンターでおみやげげが買えますが、現金対応はしていません。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/08 |
Reviewed by: タマリン
It was a more interesting experience than I expected. Since I can't go myself, please be sure to participate. You won't regret joining. It's a waste not to come to the Big Island and climb Mauna Kea.
予想以上に面白い体験でした。自分では行けないので、是非参加してください。参加して損はありません。ハワイ島に来て、マウナケアに登らないのはもったいないです。
It's a good idea to bring traditional Chinese medicine or similar remedies to avoid altitude sickness.
高山病にならないよう、漢方など持参すると良いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Jun
The sunset visible from the summit was breathtaking and truly memorable. As for the starry sky, while it was beautiful, we may have had slightly higher expectations. The guide primarily spoke in English but occasionally mixed in some Japanese, making an effort to entertain all participants.
山頂から見える夕陽は絶景で、非常に記憶に残るものとなりました。
ただ星空に関しては、もちろん綺麗ではあったのですが、少しこちら側が期待しすぎてしまった感はありました。
ガイドは英語メインでしたが、時折日本語も混ぜてくれて、参加者全員を楽しませようとしてくれました。
I think altitude sickness prevention is essential because I often feel unwell.
結構普通に体調が悪くなるので、高山病対策は必須だと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Kara
As older folks we were nervous about elevation, but this tour makes sure your comfortable and taken care of.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/01 |
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Regarding cold weather measures, Uniqlo's HeatTech, gloves, a hot pack, and a borrowed jacket are sufficient. I think ear muffs would be even better. As for changing clothes, it's the same as others.