All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

The sunset and the starry sky were very beautiful, and the tour was enjoyable with easy-to-understand explanations of the constellations.

I received various precautions to avoid altitude sickness, but I think it would have been helpful to add what symptoms to watch out for.

サンセットも、星空もとても綺麗でした、星座をわかりやすく説明して頂き楽しいツアーでした。

高山病にならないよう色々注意をいただいたのですが、どんな症状に気をつけたら良いのかを、付け加えて頂けると良かったのかなぁと思います

I was able to ride horses privately, so I received instruction that matched my level. Additionally, the lunch at the mountain top was excellent in both food and view. The view from the handmade swing was also exceptional!

プライベートで乗馬出来たので、レベルにあった指導をして頂けました。また、山頂での昼食は、料理、眺めが最高でした。また、手作りブランコから見る眺めも格別でした！

I'm sorry for the late review. My child wanted to see the stars on the Big Island, so we booked this tour. Since I had previously climbed Haleakalā on Maui, I didn't worry too much about altitude sickness. The guide took photos for us and shared fun stories during the drive, making the time fly by. The moonlight made it a bit difficult to see the stars (though it was still much better than back home), so next time we visit, I'll check the lunar calendar and will definitely book this tour again.

遅い体験談ですみません。子供がハワイ島で星を見たいと言っていたのでこちらのツアーを申し込みました。以前マウイ島のハレアカラに登ったことがあるので高山病の心配はそれほどしないで済みました。ガイドさんが写真を撮ってくれたり車中も楽しい話をしてくれてあっという間でした。月明りで星が見えづらかったので（地元よりはそれでも全然見えます）次に訪問する際は月暦も見てまたこちらにお世話になります。

On August 15th, a group of three men from the company went skydiving! In the evening of that day, they showed us the video, and everyone was super excited! I think the video costs extra, and it might be a tough decision, but I definitely want to request it when I go skydiving too! The video will be quite a memorable keepsake!! I also received advice that it's better not to jump on an empty stomach.

8月15日に会社の男性3人組が飛びました！当日の夕方にムービーを見せてもらってみんな大興奮でした！ムービーは追加料金かかるし迷うと思いますが私が飛ぶ時も絶対お願いしようと思いました！ムービーはかなり思い出になりますね！！お腹は空かせて飛ばない方がいいとアドバイスも受けました～

On the way to the summit, we gradually acclimatized to prevent altitude sickness, but when we reached the top, a few people seemed to be suffering from it. It seems that if you sit and watch the sunset without forcing yourself to move, you'll be okay. We observed the starry sky from a point much lower than the summit, where the symptoms of altitude sickness had subsided, and we were able to enjoy stargazing. It was the best tour, as we got to see a starry sky that we usually can't see.

山頂に向かう途中で高山病対策で少しずつ体を慣らしていくのですが、山頂につくと数人高山病にかかり辛そうでした。無理に動かず座ってサンセットを見ていれば何とかなるようです。星空観測は山頂からだいぶ降りた所で観測したのでそこでは高山病の症状は治まっており楽しく星空観測出来ました。
普段見れない星空を見ることが出来最高のツアーでした

My child expressed a desire to try horseback riding, and after researching various options, I chose this tour that allows even a 7-year-old to ride for the first time. Other tours had age restrictions that we couldn't meet. Additionally, since I had never rented a car before, the fact that we could see the North Shore while horseback riding was a deciding factor.

The result was a great choice! When we stopped by the North Shore in the morning and visited Matsumoto Shave Ice, it was surprisingly empty. We thoroughly enjoyed the shave ice with my child. By the way, when we went back to Haleiwa in the afternoon after horseback riding, Matsumoto Shave Ice had a long line, so it was definitely the right decision to go in the morning!

After that, we moved on to start horseback riding. It was the first time for our whole family, but the guide explained everything in Japanese multiple times during the car ride, and the horses were well-trained, so there were no issues at all. My 7-year-old daughter seemed to have a lot of fun, calmly riding her horse while talking to it. I thought someone would be holding the reins for her, but that wasn't the case (laughs). She was really on her own.

The weather was great, and there were spots where we could see the valley and the ocean, which felt wonderful! My husband and the kids really enjoyed it too. It seemed like they appreciated that it wasn't just going around in circles on the ranch!

I liked it so much that I would definitely want to do it again when we go back to Hawaii!

子供から乗馬をしたいとの希望があり、いろいろ調べたところ、初めての７才でも乗せてもらえるこのツアーを選びました。他のツアーの乗馬は年齢制限にひっかかったので…。また、レンタカーは借りたことがないのでノースショアも見つつ乗馬もできるということも決め手でした。
結果は正解！午前中にノースショアに立ち寄ったときに、マツモトシェイブアイスにいったら、なんとガラガラ。子供とシェイブアイスを十分楽しめました。ちなみに乗馬のあとの午後に再びハレイワに行ったときは、マツモトシェイブアイスはすごく行列していたので、午前中に食べて正解でした！
その後移動して乗馬開始。家族みんな初めての乗馬でしたが、行きの車でガイドさんが日本語で何回も説明してくれたのと、馬がかなり調教されていたので、全く問題なしでした。
７才の娘もとても楽しかったらしく、自分の馬に話しかけながらずっと落ち着いて１人でのっていました。誰か手綱を引いてくれるのかと思ってましたが、違いました(笑)。本当に１人でしたよ。
天気もよくて、渓谷と海が見える場所もあり、とても気持ち良かったです！主人も子供たちもかなり気に入っていました。牧場内をぐるぐるまわるだけではないのが良かったみたいです！

またハワイにいったら是非お願いしたいくらいとっても気に入りました！

Unlike regular horseback riding in Japan, riding leisurely through nature was the best. I was healed by the sound of the wind rustling the leaves and the scenery!

普段の日本での乗馬とは違い、自然の中をのんびりと歩く乗馬は最高でした。風が葉を揺らの音や景色に癒されました！

The sunset from the 4200m summit was wonderful. I was thrilled to see the observatory with the Subaru Telescope. The stargazing from 3500m was also great. I was worried about altitude sickness, but I was able to enjoy it without any issues. I am grateful to our guide, Jin.

4200mの山頂からの夕日は素晴らしかったです。スバル望遠鏡のある天文台が見られ感激しました。3500mからの星の観賞も良かった。高山病を心配していましたが、そのようなこともなく楽しめました。ガイドの仁さんに感謝します。

I had requested a photo shoot, and we had the photographer jump with us to take pictures, but unexpectedly, the camera malfunctioned and nothing was captured. So, we decided to jump again! From being unlucky to lucky, I had an amazing experience with two adrenaline rushes that felt incredible!

写真撮影をお願いしていて、一緒にカメラマンの人に飛んでもらい撮影してもらったんですが、まさかのカメラの故障で写っていなく、続けて再度飛ぶ事に！アンラッキーからのラッキーで2回もアドレナリン大放出の最高に気持ち良い体験をできましたぁ！

The instructor provided a clear and polite explanation in easy-to-understand English. It was a relaxing and enjoyable tour where we saw wild goats and domesticated Wagyu cattle, and we also learned about the volcanoes and terrain of the Big Island of Hawaii. The horses also seemed well-trained.

わかりやすい英語で丁寧な説明をしてくださるインストラクターさんが案内してくださいました。野生のヤギ豚、牧場で飼育されている和牛をみたり、ハワイ島の火山や地形の話もきけてリラックスできて楽しいツアーです。馬たちもよく訓練されている印象でした。

My 7 year old was a bit worried. He's definitely afraid of heights and it took a bit of convincing to get him to even agree to try. Standing on a 65 foot platform ready to zip while dangling 150+ feet over a waterfall and rock river was a bit daunting but once we started there was no turning back. He wanted to do the course again but it was time to head back to Kona. The rest of us all had a blast as well (a 13 year old and 2 old fuddy-duddy parents :-)

The guides know how to have fun and make sure everyone is being safe. They were all really great.

And if you are driving from Kona take a few extra minutes to stop on the way. There are some amazing sights along the way that are very picture worthy.

The tour day was blessed with good weather, and since it was close to a new moon, there was no moonlight at all, allowing us to see countless stars like a natural planetarium. The sunset was truly beautiful, with a sea of clouds below, and I was overwhelmed by the starry sky.

I am very grateful to our tour guide, Yamapi. He took great care of us, showed us various stars through the telescope, and the lectures were enjoyable! It felt like going back to elementary school. I felt that the company, including Yamapi, genuinely wants participants to enjoy the tour with thoughtful consideration and care. I would love to join this tour again! Thank you very much!

ツアー参加日は天候に恵まれ、新月に近かったため月明かりが全く無く、天然プラネタリウムの如くたくさんの星を見ることができました。サンセットも本当に美しく、下には雲海が広がり、星空も含めて感無量でした。
ツアーガイドの山ピーさんには本当にお世話になりました。星空観測、望遠鏡で色々な星を見せてくださり、レクチャーも楽しかったです！小学生に戻る感覚でした。参加者ファーストの気配り、心づかい、山ピーさん含め、こちらの会社は参加者に気持ちよくツアーに参加して欲しいという心掛けがあると感じます。またこのツアーに参加したいです！本当にありがとうございました！

I chose the 2-hour horseback riding course. There were many people at the reception, but most seemed to be on the 1-hour course, with only my spouse and I, along with what appeared to be three American family members, in the 2-hour group! We had one instructor for every five people, which was an excellent condition to start with.

This was my second time at Kualoa, and although I have ridden horses several times domestically, the scenery and comfort of this course were so exceptional that it’s hard to put into words how "amazing" it was. The instructor explained everything in English, which was a bit of a challenge for us, but we managed to listen intently. We also communicated with the American father, and their smiles and the charming movements of their horses helped make the experience enjoyable and the two hours flew by. (Since preparation and explanations take about 20 to 30 minutes, some might find the 1-hour course insufficient.) I have a pleasant muscle ache around the inner thigh area, but I can definitely "recommend" this experience!

乗馬2時間コースを選びました。
受付にはたくさんの方がいたのですが、大半の方は1時間コースのようで、2時間組は我々夫婦のほかに、（おそらく）アメリカ人の親子3人だけ！
5人に一人のインストラクターが付き、この上ない条件でのスタート。
クアロアは二度目、国内でも何度か馬に乗った経験はありますが、今回のコースの景色と気持ちよさは、言葉で表現するのが難しいくらいの”最高”でした。
インストラクターは英語での説明、我々にはちょっと高いハードルでしたが、何とか必死に聞き取りました。ＵＳお父さんともコミュニケーションをとり、彼らの笑顔と愛馬の愛嬌ある動きにも助けられ…、楽しくあっという間の2時間でした。（準備と説明で2～30分かかるため、1時間コースでは物足りない方もいるのではないでしょうか？）
内腿の付け根あたりに心地よい筋肉痛が残りますが、間違いなく”おすすめ”できます！

The day I participated was my 53rd birthday. The weather was perfect, and the starry sky exceeded my expectations. Tyra, the navigator from Masashi Nature School, was amazing and made it a wonderful birthday. Tyra was born in Okinawa and lived in Kanagawa until the second year of high school, so her Japanese is perfect. She made our conversations enjoyable with jokes and shared a wealth of interesting facts, which was very educational. Her explanations of the starry sky added a unique touch, and the trivia related to stars and constellations was incredibly fascinating, making me say "Wow!" repeatedly. I definitely want to join Tyra's tour again.

参加した日は私の53回目の誕生日でした。天気に恵まれ想像以上の満点の星空、マサシネイチャースクールのナビゲーターのタイラさんも最高で素晴らしい誕生日になりました。
タイラさんは沖縄生まれその後神奈川県で高2まで日本に居たそうで、日本語は完璧、冗談交えて会話が楽しく、うんちくの引出しも多く大変勉強になりました。星空の解説も通常の説明に一味付け加え、星、星座にちなんだうんちくも大変面白く「へぇー」の連発でした。是非またタイラさんのツアーに参加したいです。

I participated in a 2-hour horseback riding course (with transportation included). I was worried about my 10-year-old daughter and our physical stamina, but it was no problem at all. I had read many comments about discomfort in the rear, but it wasn't as bad as I thought, and I was fine. The horses were very well-behaved, so I felt safe riding them. Occasionally, they would stop to graze, but I thought that without that, it wouldn't feel like I was really horseback riding. It was a wonderful 2-hour experience with scenery that you can't easily find in Japan. I'm glad I went.

I was concerned about the long wait time since the transportation schedule was fixed, but we rode from 9:30 for two hours, and the bus left at 1 PM. It was just right to have lunch and browse the souvenir shop afterward.

乗馬2時間コース（送迎付き）に参加しました。
10歳の娘がいること、体力的なことなど不安がありましたが、全然問題ありませんでした。お尻が痛くなるとの書き込みが多く心配していましたが、思ったほどのことはなく、大丈夫でした。
お馬さん達がおりこうさんで、安心して乗っていられます。時々道草を食いますが、これがないと自分で乗馬している感じがしないかも？と思うくらいです。日本ではなかなか体験できない2時間の乗馬とすばらしい景色。行ってよかったです。
送迎時間が決まっているため、待ち時間が長いことを心配していましたが、9時半～2時間の乗馬で帰りは1時にバス出発でした。お昼を食べてお土産屋さんをひやかしていたらちょうどいい感じです。

Probably the most beautiful Milky Way in the Northern Hemisphere! The density is incredibly rich and beautiful. Satellites and shooting stars look really big. The borrowed winter clothing is warm enough and comfortable. Since restaurants close after 10 PM on the way back, let's prepare some late-night snacks at the hotel.

おそらく北半球で最も美しい天の川！濃度が実に濃く美しい。衛星や流れ星もすごく大きく見えます。貸してもらえる防寒着で十分暖かく快適です。帰りが10時過ぎて食事の店はしまってしまうのでホテルに夜食を準備しておきましょう

It was my second time participating after four years, and this time I was able to see shooting stars multiple times. It was still the best tour! Yamapi, I'll come to see you again, so please take care of yourself and keep doing your best!

４年ぶり２度目の参加でしたが、今回は流れ星も何度も見れて、変わらず最高のツアーでした！
山ピー、また会いに行くのでお身体を大切に、元気にがんばってくださいね。

I rode along the coastline and through the farms for about an hour, and it was quite beautiful. My 9-year-old son said it was his best memory. The staff took photos from both the mountain side and the seaside. The staff only spoke English, but I think it was manageable. After riding the horse, they explained how to control it in English. There were no Japanese customers. We went by rental car. The next day, I had muscle soreness in my back and the soles of my feet. The horses have different personalities; mine was a gentle horse named Amy, while my son's horse tried to eat grass right away, but in the end, he was able to control it well.

一時間ぐらいかな海岸線と農場をゆっくり乗馬、かなり綺麗です。
9歳の息子も一番の思い出だそうです
山側と海側でスタッフが写真を撮ってくれます
スタッフは英語のみです、でもどうにかなると思います
馬に乗った後に英語でどう制御するのかを説明してくれました
日本人の客はいませんでした
レンタカーで行きました
次の日に背筋と足の裏に筋肉痛
馬は色んな性格の子がいます、私のはエイミーおっとりとしたいい子でした、息子の馬は直ぐに草を食べようとする子でしたが最後は上手に制御出来てました

Loved Abe our tour guide, he’s hilarious! Tubing was good for all ages and the lunch provided was an added bonus. Loved the whole experience ❤️

Following my Sunrise Tour five years ago, I participated in the Sunset Tour for the second time. The weather was great, making it a perfect day for viewing. I was constantly impressed by the lively talk and knowledge of our guide, Mr. Yamap. Since I don't usually live in an environment where I can stargaze, I had a wonderfully luxurious time. If I have the opportunity, I would like to participate again. Thank you very much.

5年前のサンライズツアーに続き、2回目はサンセットツアーに参加してみました。
天候も良く、観賞にはうってつけの日でした。
解説の山pさんの軽快なトークと知識に終始感心していました。
普段、星を眺める環境で暮らしていないので、とても贅沢な時間を過ごさせていただきました。機会があれば、改めて参加してみたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

Skydiving in Hawaii with its amazing sky, sea, and mountains was incredible! It was my first time skydiving, and although I was nervous, I’m glad I did it. Since we participated from Ko Olina, my husband drove us to the airport. I got a bit anxious because my turn came up before I could watch the Japanese explanation video on the shuttle bus, but thanks to the staff who spoke Japanese and asked if I had seen the video, I was able to review the safety points before the jump.

I was able to store my valuables in a locker, and the staff who jumped with me helped ease my nerves and went over the jump and landing simulations multiple times, which made me feel secure.

I purchased the GoPro photos. I was so busy enjoying the scenery that I hardly have any photos where I'm looking at the camera, but I was satisfied with the pictures from the ground, boarding the plane, and inside the plane.

One regret I have is that I went in short sleeves and shorts. At 4,000 meters, it was cold. I was surprised by how chilly the air was. I underestimated the altitude. It was bearable, but I should have worn a light hoodie. Also, while falling, I was amazed by the beautiful scenery, but the pressure made my ears hurt too much, which was a mixed feeling. Even after trying to equalize, my ears still hurt! Next time, I think I’ll go at half the altitude.

ハワイの空、海、山すべてが最高なシチュエーションでのスカイダイビング最高でした！
初めてのスカイダイビングで、不安もありましたが飛んで良かったです。
コオリナから参加だったため夫が運転して飛行場へ。
そのためシャトルバス内で見るはずの日本語の説明ビデオを見る前に飛ぶ番が回ってきて焦りましたが、日本語を話せるスタッフが説明のビデオ見たか聞いてくれたおかげで、スカイダイビングの注意点を見てから本番に臨めました。
ロッカーに貴重品を預けられるし、一緒に飛んでくれたスタッフは緊張をほぐしてくれたり何度も飛ぶときと着地のシミュレーションをしてくれたりと、安心できました。

ＧｏＰroの写真を購入しました。景色を楽しんでばかりだったため、カメラ目線の写真は半分もないくらいでしたが、陸、飛行機乗るところ、飛行機の中の写真もあり満足でした。

後悔したことは、半袖短パンで行ったことです。高度4000メートル、寒かった。空気が冷たくてびっくりでした。4000メートルなめてました。我慢できる寒さですが薄手のパーカー羽織れば良かったです。
あと、落ちてる最中は綺麗な景色に感動しつつも気圧で耳が痛すぎて、複雑な気分。
耳抜きしても耳が痛い！次やるときは半分の高度でいいかな。

I chose this tour because it focuses on stargazing and photography at a relatively high altitude (I actually had discount coupons for other tours and was quite torn about my choice). In the end, it was extremely good! My family participated, and we were able to capture my son's best shots as well as some great photos of the volcano, which left us all thrilled.

While the weather is a matter of luck, I could feel the professionalism and teamwork of the company. Next time, I would like to use this service for a sunrise tour. Thank you very much!

類似のツアーのうち、比較的高い高度での星空観察や写真撮影のことがポイントでこちらを選びました(実は他のツアーの割り引き券もあり、かなり迷ったのですが・・)。結果、非常に良かったです！家族で参加させていただきましたが、息子のベストショット撮影やちょうど火山の様子もわかる写真も手元に残り、皆で感激しました。
天候に恵まれたことは運任せになりますが、会社としての連携プレーなどプロの仕事ぶりを感じることができました。
今度はサンライズで利用させていただきたいと思います。ありがとうございました！

It was our last day in Hawai’i. This hike was the best way to end our 7 day vacation! It was a great bonding time for me and my son! I have a chronic illness so for us to do this hike together is something that we will cherish forever. Walking, talking, and exploring this rainforest was a big hit. Thank you for offering this. Our young man that picked us up was great and helpful!

I appreciated the suggestion to book a different time slot to minimize waiting time at the ranch. The shuttle service with the large bus was comfortable.

However, the procedures upon arrival were somewhat unclear, so it would be helpful if the steps were written on the voucher in advance. I didn't know that helmets were required because they weren't shown in the photos, so I bought a hat the day before, but I would have liked to know beforehand.

It would also be beneficial to have clear information about paid lockers and photography guidelines provided in advance rather than on the day of the activity.

As for the activity itself, we only watched a short video before riding, and then we were quickly on the horses. During the ride, there were two instructors for six participants, but they mostly left us to our own devices (laughs). While it's nice to have freedom, some people might feel anxious about it.

Naturally, each horse has a different personality; there were calm horses, some that only wanted to eat grass and wouldn't listen, and others that were playful with the other horses, which was amusing. The horse I rode seemed to be a bit of a troublemaker, as the instructor frequently came over to praise it. It was curious about the other horses and occasionally sped up, but I held the reins firmly, so it was fine. By the way, there was someone who completely let their horse do whatever it wanted, and that horse was just eating grass (laughs).

The horseback riding lasted a solid two hours, allowing us to enjoy the stunning scenery! We rode towards the mountains while looking at the sea. There were ups and downs, making it quite a workout just to sit on the horse. The views were truly magnificent! If you're going because of the Jurassic Park movie, I recommend reviewing it again right before your visit for even more enjoyment.

We were able to start riding about 20 minutes after arriving and boarded the bus about 30 minutes after finishing, so we had almost no waiting time on-site, resulting in zero stress. However, if things don't go smoothly, there can be a three-hour wait at the ranch, so I recommend confirming this when making your reservation.

By the way, the waiting area is in the restaurant inside the souvenir shop, and waiting for an hour seemed tough for us. The food didn't seem promising either, so if needed, I recommend bringing light snacks like bread.

予約時に牧場での待機時間が少ない時間になるように別の時間帯での予約の提案があり、助かりました。
大型バスでの送迎で快適でした。
現地到着後の手順が若干曖昧で事前に手順をバウチャーに書いていただけると助かります。
写真ではヘルメット着用していなく、着用することを知らなかったため、前日に帽子を買いましたが、事前に知りたかったです。
有料ロッカーの案内や写真撮影などに対する注意・案内が当日ではなく事前に分かりやすくあると助かります。
アクティビティ自体は、乗馬前に簡単なビデオを見るだけで、すぐに乗馬。乗馬中もインストラクター（決まったフレーズのみ日本語で話せます。こちらからの質問はあまりコミュニケーション取れないと思った方がよいです。）が体験者6名に対し、2名いましたが、ほぼ放置プレイでした（笑）
自由でいいですが、不安に思う人もいるかもしれないです。
当たり前ですが、馬によって性格が違い、おとなしい馬、草ばかり食べて言うことを聞かない馬、他の馬にちょっかいを出す馬がいて面白かったです。私が乗った馬はインストラクターが頻繁にいい子にするように声をかけにくるちょっとした問題児のようで、他の馬が気になったり、急に早足になったりしましたが、しっかり手綱を持っていたので大丈夫でした。ちなみにまったく指示を出さず、完全になめられている人もいて、その馬は草ばかり食べていました（笑）
乗馬はしっかり2時間で素晴らしい景色の中で堪能できます！海を見ながら山の中に向かいます。アップダウンもあり、乗っているだけで結構な運動量になります。景色が本当に素晴らしかったです！ジュラシックパークの映画がきっかけで行くのであれば、もう一度直前におさらいしてかは行くとより楽しめるかと。

私達は到着後20分位で乗馬、終了後も30分位でバス乗車出来たので、現地での待機時間もほぼなくストレスゼロでしたが、うまくいかないと3時間の牧場待機時間があるそうです。予約時に確認することをおすすめします。
ちなみに待機場所はお土産屋さん内のレストランとなり、1時間待機も私達にはきつそうです。食事にも期待は出来ない感じでしたので、必要であればパン等の軽食持参をおすすめします。

The weather was very nice, and I was able to see the sunset, the Milky Way, the moon, and almost everything across the entire Big Island! I really appreciated the guide's explanations and support for taking photos. Next time I go to the Big Island, I want to see the sunrise with this tour company. Thank you!

天気がとてもよく、ハワイ島全域、日の入り、天の川、月と、ほぼすべて見ることができました！
またガイドさんによる説明や写真撮影サポート、大変ありがたかったです。
今度ハワイ島に行くときはこのツアー会社での日の出を見に行きたいです。
ありがとうございました！

The course in the mountains after the rain was a bit muddy, which made me a little anxious, but the horse walked very well. There were times when I slipped, but the horse maintained its balance, so it wasn't a problem. I think the course on a sunny day would also be nice, but the course after the rain was thrilling and fun. The boss doesn't speak Japanese, but the guide provides a thorough explanation before riding, and there are illustrated signs, so there's no need to worry.

雨が降った後の山のコースだったため、足元がぬかるみ少し不安でしたが、馬が上手に歩いてくれました。時々滑りましたが、馬が上手にバランスをとってくれるので問題ありませんでした。晴天のときのコースも良いと思いますが、雨が降った後のコースもスリリングで楽しかったです。ボスは日本語を話しませんが、乗馬前にガイドさんが丁寧に説明してくれるし、イラストで説明された説明版があるので心配いりません。

I participated in a tour to observe the starry sky at Mauna Kea, hoping for a sky full of stars during the new moon. The weather was clear at the summit of Mauna Kea, and I was excited for what promised to be a wonderful night of stargazing. However, around sunset, clouds suddenly spread across the sky, and the sunset only peeked through the gaps in the clouds. Despite this, I was very lucky to see the rare phenomenon of sun pillars. After that, it started to rain, and the stars seemed to vanish. The guides, Shin and Big Jin, began searching for a stargazing spot. When we had descended quite a bit, they explained, "Let's wait for another five minutes, and if the clouds don't clear, we'll head back." Just as everyone was starting to give up, the clouds suddenly parted, and although it was brief, we were able to see the Milky Way. We may not be able to conquer the weather, but thanks to the guides' efforts, we were able to enjoy the starry sky. Thank you very much.

マウナケアでの星空観測、新月での満天の星空を期待してツアーに参加しました。マウナケアの頂上までは晴天で、今日はすばらしい星空観測日和と期待にわくわくしました。ところが、日没のころには急に雲が広がってしまい、夕日は雲のすきまからしか顔を見せてくれませんでした。そんな中ですが、太陽柱という珍しい景色を見ることができ、とてもラッキーでした。その後は、雨が降ってきて星空はどこへやら。ガイドのシンさん・ビッグジンさんによる星空観測場所探しが始まりました。かなり標高を下ったところで、「もう5分待って雲が切れなかったら帰りましょう。」と説明があり、みんなが諦めかけていたところに、突然雲が切れ、短時間ではありましたが、天の川まで見ることができました。天候に勝つことはできませんが、ガイドさんの努力により無事に星空を見ることができました。ありがとうございました。

Horseback riding was amazing. The scenery was also fantastic, and it was truly great.

However, both the Wi-Fi router and my phone lost signal, and I panicked because I couldn't load Google Maps to find the meeting point...

It's better to download it in advance.

Also, my daughter, even though she was wearing long pants, seemed to have been bitten by a tick or something, and she bled and swelled badly...

I recommend wearing sturdy jeans or something similar.

乗馬は最高でした。
景色も最高で本当に良かった。

でも、Wi-Fiルーターも携帯も圏外になり待ち合わせ場所まで、
Google MAPが読み込めず焦った。。。。

事前にダウンロードしておいた方が良い。

それと娘が長ズボンなのにヒルか何かに吸われたようで、
酷く出血、腫れました。。。

しっかりとしたジーンズなどがおすすめ。

The ride was good. None of us have ever ridden a horse on the beach, so it was a new experience. I haven't spent more than 20 minutes on a horse before this, more than a decade ago, so it was almost all new to me. We liked how the leader stopped us on the beach and took nice photos of us to remember the ride. The reason I didn't give a perfect score was that I think the leader of the ride needed to be more aware of the riding skill of the people she was leading and give advice on how to improve instead of just telling us what not to do.

Since it was my first time on the Big Island, my husband and I decided to participate in the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour! I was worried about altitude sickness since I had never climbed a high mountain before, but it was not a problem at all. The weather was fantastic that day, and both the sunset and stargazing from near the observatory were truly amazing, creating memories for a lifetime. If you're going to the Big Island, I highly recommend this tour.

初めてのハワイ島だったので、ぜひマウナケアのサンセットと星空観測に行きたいと思い夫婦二人で参加しました！
高い山には登ったことがないので、高山病を心配していたのですが、まったく問題ありませんでした。
当日はとても天気が良かったので、天文台付近から見たサンセットも星空観察も本当に素晴らしく、一生の思い出になりました。
ハワイ島に行くなら、このツアーをおすすめします。