Reviewed by: コクボン
The drive from the hotel to the Onizuka Visitor Center took about an hour, and it was very enjoyable to hear stories about the plants and animals that inhabit the Big Island of Hawaii. I felt the staff's attentiveness throughout the journey.
Along the way, we stopped to take pictures of the lava fields, making the trip to our destination quite fun. The lunch box and miso soup we had upon arriving at the Onizuka Visitor Center were delicious.
Regarding the restrooms, I think it's good to follow the instructions about their locations and timing (the staff provides appropriate advice).
At the summit, we were fortunate to have clear weather with no wind, resulting in a wonderful sunset. I was actually worried about my child (13 years old) who wasn't feeling well, but the guide's care and the oxygen bottle they brought along were very helpful. I really appreciated their support. It was my first experience using oxygen!
Even though it was cold during the sunset and stargazing, we were warm thanks to the provided clothing (it seemed that some participants from other tours did not have pants available for borrowing), which made it comfortable.
During the stargazing, the guide's explanations were thorough, easy to understand, and enjoyable. I was also delighted by the warm tea and cookies! We saw shooting stars multiple times during the star explanations, making it an emotional and memorable tour. I'm really glad I participated.
ホテルのピックアップからオニズカビジターセンターまで1時間くらいのドライブ中も、ハワイ島に生息する植物や動物のお話もとても楽しく、スタッフの方のお気づかいを感じました。
途中、溶岩台地も車から降りて撮影したり、到着までも十分楽しく過ごせました。
オニズカビジターセンター到着後にいただいたお弁当とおみそ汁も美味しかったです。
トイレについては、場所やタイミングも説明どおりに行っておくといいと思います。(適切にアドバイスしてくださいます)
山頂でも風もなくお天気に恵まれ、すばらしいサンセットでした。実は同行した子供(13歳)が体調がすぐれず心配でしたが、ガイドさんのケアや持参されていた酸素ボトルも使わせていただいたりしました。大変お世話になりました。酸素吸引も初体験でした!!
寒い中でのサンセット&星空観測でしたが、用意されてあったウエアのおかげで温かく(他のツアーの方はズボンの貸し出しがない方もいたようです)快適に過ごせました。
星空観測では、ガイドさんのお話も丁寧で分かりやすく楽しかったです。温かい紅茶やクッキーも嬉しかった! 星の説明の途中も何度も流れ星が見られて、感動がいっぱいのツアーでした。参加して本当によかったです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/31 |
Reviewed by: ukitaq
- We gathered on-site and went by rental car.
- One hour was enough to enjoy it.
- The filming location of Jurassic Park was truly impressive.
- Due to safety, speed and driving methods were restricted, so there wasn't much freedom.
・現地集合、レンタカーでいきました
・時間は1時間で十分楽しめました
・ジュラシックパークのロケ地はさすがに圧巻でした
・安全から速度や走法は制限され、あまり自由はありません
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| Packages: | 四輪バギー1時間コース(1名乗り)※2020年3月31日まで |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/07 |
Reviewed by: ウエノツギオ
I participated in a tour led by Mr. Matsuzaki on January 16, 2016. To put it simply, it was "the best." I don't think I've ever experienced a tour that was this enjoyable. The guide's humorous explanations and guidance made it a memorable experience, and I would love to participate again. This time it was a crescent moon, which was a bit bright, but next time I would like to join during the new moon, guided by Mr. Matsuzaki.
2016年1月16日にMatsuzakiさんによるツアーに参加しました。結論から言いますと”最高”でした。今回ほど楽しく過ごすことが出来たツアーは経験がないのではないでしょうか。ガイドさんのユーモアを交えた説明や案内、何度でも参加したいと思います。今回は三日月で少し明るかったですが、次回は新月の時に参加したいと思います、Matsuzakiさんのガイドで。
Dear Mr. Ueno Tsugio,
Thank you for participating in our tour and for sharing your experience. We are all very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour led by our guide, Matsuzaki.
Mauna Kea shows a different face every day. We hope you will come back to discover more of the charms of the Big Island.
Our staff is looking forward to welcoming you again.
Nature School
ウエノツギオ様
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして、また体験談へのご投稿をありがとうございました。
ウエノツギオ様が弊社のガイドの松崎のツアーを楽しんでいただけたことを、スタッフ一同大変うれしく思っております。
マウナケアは毎日違った顔をみせてくれます。
ぜひまた、ハワイ島の魅力を見つけに遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
ネイチャースクール
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/16 |
Reviewed by: Emiciya
I was able to experience skydiving, which I had wanted to try, at a quite reasonable price, and it became a wonderful memory. Since it's a group activity, the waiting time to jump and the time spent waiting for others to finish jumping can be quite long. I think it's better to plan on spending half a day for this experience.
やってみたかったスカイダイビングが結構安く体験できて、とてもいい思い出になりました。団体行動なので、飛ぶのを待つ時間やほかの方が飛び終わるのを待つ時間がとても長いです。半日はつぶれると考えて行動したほうがいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/13 |
Reviewed by: みぃこ
I have traveled to Maui several times and really like it. This time, I participated in the highly-rated tour by Yamapi, which I had been curious about for a long time, and I can't help but wonder why I didn't join sooner! It was a wonderful tour. The sunset and starry sky were beautiful, of course, but what stood out the most was Yamapi's thoughtfulness. He provided various forms of entertainment and truly prioritized the participants. Since I attended with my elderly mother, having blankets and chairs while watching the stars was a great help. I only have memories of being cold during a star tour I took on the Big Island in the past, where there were no blankets, chairs, or warm drinks, but this time was completely different and turned into a fun memory! I also appreciated that we had frequent bathroom breaks. I'm glad my mother enjoyed it too! If I have the opportunity, I would like to join Yamapi's other tours as well. Thank you very much!
マウイ島は気に入って何度か旅行しています。
以前からずっと気になっていた評判の良いヤマピーさんのツアーに今回参加して、何故もっと早く参加しなかったんだろう!と思えるぐらい素晴らしいツアーでした。サンセット・星空が綺麗なのはもちろん、ヤマピーさんの心遣いがとにかく素晴らしかった。色々と楽しませてくれ、ツアー参加者の事を第一に考えてる内容だと思いました。高齢の母と参加したので星空を見る際に毛布とイスがあったのは助かりました。昔にハワイ島で星空のツアーに参加した時は毛布・イス・温かい飲み物はなく寒かった記憶しかなかったのですが今回は全然違い楽しい思い出となりました!お手洗いをこまめに取ってくれた事も有難かったです。母も楽しんでくれたようで良かったです!また機会があればヤマピーさんの他のツアーも参加してみたいです☆ありがとうございました!
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. At 3,000 meters, the air pressure is low, and I believe that sitting in a chair to watch the stars is the best way to observe the celestial bodies. I was also moved by the very filial-minded Miiko. Please give my regards to your mother as well.
ツアーご参加本当に有難うございます。3000メートルは気圧が低く、やはり椅子に座って星を見るのがベストな天体観測だと思います。とても親孝行のみぃこさんに自分も心を動かされました。お母様にも宜しくお伝えください。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/14 |
Reviewed by: Shuhei Nishioka
I didn't reach a speed that could be called a sprint, but I was very satisfied.
We run deep into Kualoa Ranch, crossing a small stream along the way, climbing slopes, and navigating bumpy paths made of stones.
Additionally, we stop at filming locations, allowing us to fully enjoy Kualoa Ranch.
疾走というほどのスピードは出ませんが、大変満足でした。
クアロアランチの奥まで走るのですが、途中で小川を渡り、斜面を登り、石でガタガタの道を走ります。
また、ロケ地にも停まって撮影させてくれるので、クアロアランチを満喫できます。
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| Packages: | 四輪バギー2時間コース(1名乗り) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/13 |
Reviewed by: おかあさん
We participated in a company trip with a group of six. The guide was a nice guy who spoke fluent Japanese and had an entertaining way of talking. During the journey to Mauna Kea, he frequently scheduled breaks and time for commemorative photos. He took pictures of each group with a good camera and provided a service where the photos would later be available for download on a blog.
The bento we had during the break was unexpectedly Japanese food. It wasn't extremely delicious, but eating together at a picnic table in the great nature of Hawaii made it taste much better.
As we climbed to the summit, the air became thinner and the temperature dropped, making me worry about altitude sickness, but I was fine. I heard that if you fall asleep in the car after reaching a high altitude, the risk of altitude sickness increases... It was tough to fight off the drowsiness.
The sea of clouds and sunset from the summit were very beautiful! To be able to drive up a mountain higher than Mount Fuji and see such a wonderful view was a great memory. The starry sky on the day we participated had strong moonlight, making it a bit difficult to see the stars. Still, with the guide's rich knowledge of constellations, we enjoyed it thoroughly.
While some people might go by rental car, the roads near the summit are quite rough. I think it was a good decision to leave it to the experienced guide for a safe and enjoyable tour. Thank you, Sue!
社員旅行6名グループで参加させていただきました。
ガイドさんは日本語ぺらぺらでトークもおもしろいナイスガイ。
マウナケアまでの道中も度々休憩と記念撮影用に時間を設けてくれます。ガイドさんは良いカメラでグループ毎に写真を撮ってくれるし、後にダウンロード可能な状態でブログに掲載してくれるというサービス付きです。
休憩時にいただいたお弁当は何故か日本食でした。すごく美味しい!というものではありませんでしたが(笑)、ハワイの大自然の中ピクニックテーブルでみんなで食べているというマジックでとても美味しく感じました。
山頂に登るに連れ、空気が薄くなり気温も下がり、高山病にならないか心配でしたが、大丈夫でした。標高が高くなって以降に車内で寝てしまうと高山病のリスクが高まるらしいです…その眠気と闘うことが大変でした。
山頂から見る雲海、夕陽はとても綺麗です!
富士山より高い山に車でラクラクと登り、素晴らしい景色を観ることができるなんて!とても良い思い出になりました。
星空は我々が参加した日は月明かりの強い日で、少し星が見えづらい様子。それでも、星座の知識豊富なガイドさんの説明もあり、十分楽しめました。
レンタカーで自力で行く人もいるようですが、山頂付近はかなりの悪路です。経験豊富なガイドさんにお任せして、安全に楽しく観光できよかったと思います。
スーさん、ありがとう!
Dear Mother,
Thank you for participating in our tour and for sharing your experience. We take great care to ensure that our customers have a safe and enjoyable tour. We are very pleased that you did not suffer from altitude sickness and that you enjoyed the tour with our guide, Sue. Sue is a bilingual guide who is proficient in Japanese.
The summit of Mauna Kea offers different views each time you visit, so we hope you will come back to the Big Island again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
おかあさん様
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして、また体験談へのご投稿をありがとうございました。
弊社ではお客様に安全で楽しいツアーとなりますよう、細心の注意を払っております。
おかあさん様が高山病になられることなく、また弊社のガイド、スーのツアーを楽しんでいただけて、スタッフ一同大変うれしく思っております。
ガイドのスーは、日本語が得意なバイリンガルでございます。
マウナケア山頂は行く度に違った景色が見られますので、ぜひまたハワイ島に遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
ネイチャースクール
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Akira
There was a phrase in the driver's long story to the flight destination that perfectly captured this experience. I quoted it on social media:
"It feels like my whole body is boiling with blood."
Is this a Stephen King moment or what?
フライト地までの運転手の長い話の中に、まさにこの体験のこの表現しかない言葉がありました。SNS系で引用しました。
「全身の血が沸騰する感じ」
スティーブン キングかよ
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| Packages: | 【選べる特典付き】高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Bernie Powers
This was a great ride. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Our pilot was wonderful and did a very good job of explaining everything during the trip. Would love to do it again some day.
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| Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/27 |
Reviewed by: ゴザマット
I had a very enjoyable experience. As expected, the summit was extremely cold since it was January! It's a good idea to bring your own gloves and hat. The guide, Rick, was very fun and informative.
The moon was too bright, so I gave it four stars, but without that, it would have been five! It might be a good idea to check the moon chart before making a reservation!
とても楽しく参加できました。やはり頂上は1月だったこともあり、激寒です!自分でも手袋や帽子を持って行った方がいいですね。ガイドはRick,とても楽しくガイドしてくれました。
月が明るすぎたので、星4つとしましたが、それがなければ、5つですね!予約の前に月のチャートを確認して予約するといいかもしれません!
I definitely agree, and I think it would be best to look at the lunar calendar when deciding on your travel dates. If the sunset and moonrise times are offset (by at least two hours), a full moon won't be a problem. A new moon provides the best conditions for stargazing.
確かにその通りで、月齢表をご覧になって旅行の日程を決められたらベストだと思います。サンセットの時間とムーンライズの時間がずれていれば(最低2時間)満月でも問題ありません。新月が、星空観測に関しては1番の好条件です。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/19 |
Reviewed by: やまちゃん
I would like to introduce a great value optional tour among the many available in Hawaii. This time, I focused on "Horseback Riding in Hawaii!" while comparing various optional tours. And what I found was this plan!
1. First, the iconic "This Tree, What Tree" at "Moanalua Gardens" (it’s said that the Moanalua Gardens tour will no longer be available after April 2016, so be sure to see it soon).
2. Next, enjoy Hawaii's specialty pineapple at the "Dole Plantation."
3. Then, at the "North Shore," encounter the elusive "sea turtles" (they were huge! I could almost ride on their backs).
4. For lunch, we had a recommendation from our guide for a hidden gem "delicious shrimp restaurant" (so good! Lightly seasoned for $11).
5. The much-anticipated "horseback riding"… Unlike other horseback riding optional tours that just walk along the coast for 40 minutes, this tour takes you through varied landscapes like hills, valleys, and bamboo groves, allowing you to enjoy the rhythm of the horse for a full 90 minutes in nature. Local staff support you at the front and back of the line, ensuring safety. The horses are wild yet generally calm, and there were many female groups participating (however, those over 100 kg are not allowed; we don’t want to hurt the horses).
**Note:** If you ride properly, there are no issues, but if you mess around or let go of the reins (like taking photos), you could fall off and get seriously injured (which is why you have to sign a waiver before riding).
So, how much is this packed tour? An incredible $165 per person! (Of course, it includes a Japanese-speaking guide, tips, and hotel pickup). You will really understand how great of a deal this plan is if you take the time to compare it with other tours!
Let’s not be lazy and look for "other tours" too! That way, you’ll realize that "what Yamachan said was true." If you find any other great deals, please let me know! Let’s share good information! Aloha~
◆数あるハワイの「オプショナルツアー」で、お得感のある(支払に対して満足感が高い)ツアーを紹介します。今回は「ハワイで乗馬!」を主目的に、様々なオプショナルツアーを比較しながら探しました。そして見つけたのがこのプラン! ①まずお決まりの「この木なんの木」の「モアナルアガーデン」(2016年4月以降はモアナルアガーデンツアーは無くなる、との事で早めに見納め)②続いて「ドールプランテーション」にてハワイ特産のパイナップルを堪能 ③続いて「ノースショア」にて、遭遇が難しい「うみがめ」対面(デカッ! いました いました 背中に乗れそう)④昼食はガイドさん推薦の「隠れ家的」な「絶品シュリンプ料理店(うまい!あっさり味付けで11ドル)」⑤お待ちかね「乗馬」…海岸沿いをただ、てくてく歩く「他の乗馬オプショナルツアー(40分)」と違い、このツアーは起伏に富んだ「山あいや谷?や竹やぶ等、いわゆる自然の中を悠々と馬の鼓動を聞きながら(それも90分ですぞ!)、乗馬を楽しむツアーです。サポートも現地スタッフが隊列の前後につき安心。馬も野性味があってスリリングですが総じておとなしく、女性グループも多かったです。(ただし100㎏以上の人はNG 馬さんかわいそうだもんね)【注意点】・キチンと乗れば全然問題なしでも、ふざけたり、手を離したり(カメラ撮影等)してると落馬して大怪我します(そのため、乗馬前に「免責証書を書かされる」)
ハイッ! ここまで盛りだくさんツアーでお値段は? な、な、なんと一人165ドル!(もちろん日本語ガイドさん付き、チップ込みでホテル送迎付き)このプランがいかにお得(安い)かは、いろいろ時間をかけて「他」のツアーを探して比較してみれば よ~くわかります!
横着せずに「他のツアー」も探しましょうね!そうすれば、「やまちゃんが言っていた事は本当だったんだ」と分かります。もし、他にお得なツアーがあれば、また教えてください!良い情報は共有していきましょう! アロハ~
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| Packages: | 渓谷乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Mieko
Thank you for an unforgettable day.
I was a bit anxious about the meeting point since I was staying at the Care Hawaii condo, but I was picked up right at the entrance of the condo.
I honestly didn't have high expectations for the bento, but I was surprised by how much it exceeded my expectations.
At the visitor center, various tour companies were eating their bentos, but ours was the best!!!
The highlight was that there were no disposable containers used at all.
Other companies used disposable plastic containers and paper cups, but here, we had beautiful bento boxes, bowls, and cups.
Even though it was a bit challenging to take them home, it was great to have such a wonderful approach for a tour that allows us to enjoy our beautiful planet.
The sunset and starry sky from the summit of Mauna Kea were breathtaking and will be unforgettable for a lifetime.
We were lucky to have great weather that day, and we could clearly see the summit of Haleakalā on Maui and the red crater of Kīlauea.
Lying down to watch the starry sky felt like being in space, and it truly seemed like the stars were falling.
The photos available for free download were well set up to capture not only the stars but also Kīlauea, which was great, but it was a bit disappointing that the company's name was included at the bottom of the photos...
If there had been no name on the photos, I would have considered it a perfect tour!
The guide, Mr. Konno, provided excellent guidance and photo techniques, which enhanced the experience.
He had clearly studied a lot about the island and constellations, and thanks to Mr. Konno's guidance, it was a fun tour.
I am grateful that I could drive to a high mountain without walking and feel the beauty of our planet.
感動の一日をありがとうございました。
ケアホウのコンドに滞在だったので
集合場所が不安だったのですが
コンドの入口まで迎えに来て頂けました。
お弁当は正直期待していなかったのですが
期待以上のお弁当にビックリでした。
ビジターセンターでは
色々なツアー会社がお弁当を
食べていましたが
私達のお弁当が一番でした!!!
一番のポイントは
使い捨ての容器は一切使っていない事。
他社は使い捨ての
プラ容器や紙コップでしたが
ココはステキなお弁当箱にお椀にカップ。
持ち帰りが大変でも
美しい地球を楽しむツアーとしては
最高の対応をされていのも良かったです。
マウナケア山頂からの
サンセットも星空も
一生忘れられない景色に大感動でした。
この日は天気に恵まれて
マウイ島のハレアカラの山頂や
キラウエアの赤い火口まで
しっかり見えてラッキーでした★
寝転がってみた星空は
宇宙にいるような感覚で
本当に星がふってくるようでした。
無料でダウンロード出来る写真には
星だけでなく
しっかりキラウエアまで写るよう
セッティングされていて良かったのですが
写真の下に会社の名前等々入っているのが
ちょっと残念でした…
写真に名前が無かったら
満点のツアーだったと思います!
ガイドのKonnoさんの
ガイドアナウンスも写真テクニックも
素晴らしく感動が増しました。
島の事や星座の事をすごくお勉強されていて
Konnnoさんのガイドがあったからこそ
楽しいツアーでした。
歩かずに高い山に車で行けて
素晴らしい地球を感じられた事に感謝です。
Dear Mieko,
Thank you for participating in our tour and for sharing your experience. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour with our guide Konno and that you liked the bento. Our bento is ordered from Big Island Grill, which is also popular among the locals.
Our guides, including Konno and other tour guides, are learning about stargazing and how to use cameras to ensure our customers have a great time. The photos taken during the tour are provided as a service by us and will surely become wonderful memories for you.
Hawaii Island has many more attractions to offer. We hope you will come back to discover more of its charms.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Nature School
Mieko様
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして、また体験談へのご投稿をありがとうございました。
Mieko様が弊社のガイドのkonnnoのツアーを楽しんでいただけたことを、また、お弁当を気に入っていただけたことをスタッフ一同大変うれしく思っております。
弊社のお弁当は、ロコの方にも人気のBig Island Grillにオーダーしております。
弊社のガイドは、Konnoをはじめその他のツアーガイドもお客様に楽しんでいただく為に、星空の観測、カメラの使い方を学んでおります。
ツアーのお写真は弊社がサービスとして行っておりますが、お客様の良い思い出となることと思います。
ハワイ島は、まだまだたくさんの魅力がございます。
ぜひまた、ハワイ島の魅力を見つけに遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
ネイチャースクール
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Wendy
The 4 of us had a GREAT time - Nobody at home could believe I did the one over the falls! I am not real good with heights! Would definitely recommend to anyone who is the least bit adventurous!!
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/07 |
Reviewed by: 石崎 彩
I only spoke Japanese, but I managed to get by. Depending on the number of participants, I was able to leave earlier than the time indicated in the schedule, which was a great help since I had optional reservations afterward. It would be appreciated if you could also note that the schedule mentioned had some slight changes.
日本語しかはなせませんでしたが、何とか大丈夫でした。
参加人数によるのかもしれませんが、スケジュールで見ていた時間より、早く帰る事が出来て助かりました助かりました。その後もオプションを予約していたので。 記載されていたスケジュールとかちょっと変更になっていましたので、それも書いて頂けると、ありがたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/08 |
Reviewed by: link
As I approached my 30th birthday, I decided to go skydiving with friends, making it the main event of our trip to Hawaii. We were picked up near our hotel before 6 AM and, after arriving at the center with other participants, we received a brief explanation before heading straight to the small plane.
The Russian instructor who was in charge of me, along with all the staff, was very friendly, which helped ease my nerves. I was surprised at how excited I felt, rather than anxious. As we gradually ascended, I did a final check with the instructor, put on my goggles, and off we went into the Hawaiian sky! Instead of feeling like I was falling, it felt more like I was floating in the air, which was astonishing! However, the strong wind pressure made it quite a challenge to wave my hands, yet I found myself smiling naturally and surprisingly relaxed. Breathing was manageable as long as I followed the instructor's guidance and kept my mouth slightly open.
Before I knew it, the parachute opened, and once the speed decreased, I was able to enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian scenery at a leisurely pace. It truly felt like I had become a bird. At one point, the instructor loosened my harness, which made me a bit anxious since I hadn't been informed about it beforehand, but the fun outweighed any worries.
I had always thought about trying skydiving at least once in my life after seeing it on TV, but I never expected it to be so easy and enjoyable! If you're hesitating, I highly recommend giving it a try. A senior who had already experienced it told me, "Skydiving won't change your life," but I believe my experience did change my life. I gained a strange confidence (laughs).
Since I was dropped off at the hotel before noon, I felt like I had plenty of time left in the afternoon. I plan to go skydiving again the next time I visit Hawaii! I truly recommend it!
30歳を目前にして、友人とスカイダイビングをしようということで、今回ハワイでのメインイベントにしました。
早朝6時前にホテル近くまでピックアップして頂き、他の参加者とともにセンターへ到着後、簡単な説明を受け、早々に小型機へ。
私を担当して頂いたロシア人インストラクターの男性をはじめ、スタッフみなさん感じも良く、あまり緊張せず、想像よりもワクワクしている自分に驚きました。
徐々に高度も上がり、インストラクターと最終確認をして、ゴーグルをつけていざハワイの空へ!
落ちているという感覚より、空を浮いているという感じでびっくりでした!
ただ、ものすごい風圧を受けるので、手を振ったりするのも一苦労でしたが、自然と笑みになったり、意外に余裕がありました。
呼吸はインストラクターの指導通りに、うっすら口をあけてすれば問題ないと思います。
あっという間にパラシュートが開き、速度が落ちてからはハワイの景色もゆっくり楽しめて、本当に鳥になった気がしました。
途中インストラクターがベルトを緩めてくれますが、前もって聞いていなかったので少し不安になりましたが、とにかく楽しさの方が勝りました。
テレビなどでスカイダイビングの映像を観て、死ぬまでには一度経験してみたいなぁと思っていましたが、こんなにも簡単で、楽しいことだとは思っていませんでした!
悩んでいる方は是非経験してみてください。
「スカイダイビングやっても人生変わらなかったよ。」と既に経験済みの先輩に言われましたが、私は経験して人生が変わったと思います^^
変な自信もつきました(笑)
お昼前にはホテルに送ってもらったので、午後もたっぷり時間があると思います。
またハワイに行ったらスカイダイビングしようっ!と思います。
本当におすすめします!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/25 |
Reviewed by: よっしー
Skydiving was my first experience, and it was amazing!! I was able to do it without any anxiety because I was with an instructor! I felt a little nervous while waiting for my turn to jump, but once I was out, that feeling disappeared! It was a valuable experience to see the mountains and the beautiful ocean of Hawaii from the sky!
スカイダイビングは初体験でしまが、すごくよかったです!!インストラクターの方と一緒なので不安もなく出来ました!飛び出す順番を待っている時は少しドキドキしましたが、出てしまうとそれも無くなりました!空から山やハワイの綺麗な海が見れて貴重な体験になりました!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/10 |
Reviewed by: カワグチ
Two young women in our tour group mistakenly miscalculated the meeting time, causing us to wait for about 30 minutes. The tour driver, in front of the other passengers, forcefully and aggressively said, "Apologize!!" which instantly darkened the mood. It really dampened the travel spirit we had.
Whether this was due to a lack of prior explanation or unclear communication with the two women (only verbal), I believe there is some fault on the part of the tour company regarding the itinerary. Shifting all the responsibility onto us does not absolve them of their own accountability. I hope there will be no further troubles in the future.
ツアー同行者で若い2名の女性が途中の集合時間を間違えて、30分程度待たしてしてしまった、ツアーのドラバーがほかの同乗者もいる面前で「誤ってください!!」と強く強圧的な言い方でその場が一瞬で気分的にも暗くなってしまい、せっかくの旅行気分に水を差されました。
事前の説明不足によるものか、2名とのやり取りが不明(口頭のみ)ですが、ツアーの工程については業者側にも落ち度があるのではないでしょうか、一方的な責任のん押しつけでは責任回避を免れません。今後のトラブルの無いことをお祈りしています。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
However, we sincerely apologize for any discomfort caused by the guide's remarks on the day of the tour.
Based on your valuable feedback regarding the tour itinerary, we, along with the operating company, will strive to provide even more satisfactory services.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your valuable comments with us.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、当日のガイドの発言で、ご不快なお気持ちにさせてしまいましたことお詫び申し上げます。
ご指摘いただいておりますツアー行程含め、お客様からの貴重な体験談を元に、催行会社共々、更にご満足いただけるサービスを提供出来るよう努めてまいります。
お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Packages: | パイナップル列車プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Kenryu
I took a friend from Japan to Mr. Bill's
He had a great time and wants to come back next trip to learn how to fly!
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| Packages: | Single Passenger Scenic Ride |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Albertszeto
An extremely informative tour, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. The tour bus is slightly crammed. A lifetime experience.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Jim
Fun and relaxing for all ages and a great staff to guide you.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/21 |
Reviewed by: proudworld
Helpful driver(young man but forgot name..sorry). Mosquito repellent and walking stick. Thought about taking bus, but the last stop is a bit of a distance from trailhead. This shuttle expedites the process. Picked up and dropped off at Waikiki hotel. If you have limited time on the island I would definitely recommend this tour. The hike itself is not overly demanding in dry conditions. Wife and I are in 50's and in so-so condition. I thought this was easier than Diamond Head hike, which wasn't difficult either. Probably an entirely different story if wet and rainy. Get off the beach and experience another aspect of the island. Enjoyed it.
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| Packages: | Manoa Valley Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Lisette
Visiting Mauna Kea was the main reason for my trip to Hawai'i and it was worth it! Our guide was informative (I wish I could of recorded everything he said) and I learnt alot, not just about the mountain and the island but about astronomy and rock formations etc.
A long day but worth having a tour as it takes the stress out of driving at high-altitude and you learn more by having a guide who visits the area daily.
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| Packages: | Mauna Kea Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/05 |
Reviewed by: Sonya
Mike was brilliant, guiding us safely down the mountain on the bikes and then staying in the cool ocean until all of us were out of the water and finished snorkelling. Would happily recommend this activty to family and friends. Next time we will also do the hike.
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| Packages: | Rainforest to Reef (Half Day): Bike, Sail & Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Tammy
Great morning. Saw so much, the reef and the fish are gorgeous. The guides were chilled, relaxed and helpful. The only thing I'd suggest is that wetsuit tops be made available as it got quite cold by the time we'd been in the water a couple of hours
Appreciate it. Gets a bit chilly after a couple of hours.
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| Packages: | Half Day Package (4 Hrs) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/16 |
Reviewed by: mayu
It was my first time on the Big Island, so I thought I absolutely couldn't miss the sunset and starry sky. I found the perfect tour and signed up immediately. Our guide, Kon-chan, was friendly and attentive. At the photo spots, he always took pictures of my husband and me together, suggesting poses like "let's jump!" which resulted in some truly memorable photos. Along the way, he stopped at various sightseeing spots, making it feel like a great deal!
I was a bit worried about my health since we were climbing Mauna Kea to see the sunset and stars, but he took his time, so it was no problem at all. The bento was decent, but the miso soup was warm and delicious!
The weather was excellent that day, but it was very windy and cold. Thanks to the warm clothing they provided, I managed to be okay, but I think it's better to prepare well on my own too.
The sunset was beautiful after waiting in the strong wind. It goes down so quickly that you can't afford to miss a moment. After sunset, the full moon was bright and shining, so the starry sky felt a bit lacking, but I was captivated by Kon-chan's stories about constellations, reminiscing about long ago, and I was able to see shooting stars and satellites, so I was very satisfied overall.
I truly had a wonderful time. I want to come back next time when the moon is less visible in the summer.
初めてのハワイ島でしたので、絶対にサンセットと星空は外せないと思っていたところ、ぴったりのツアーを見つけて即申込みました。ガイドさんは気さくで気がきくこんちゃんさんでした。写真スポットでは必ず主人と2人で撮ってくれて、飛んでみましょうとか、ポーズのアドバイスをしてくれてとても思い出深い写真がとれました。道中でも様々な観光スポットにとまってくれたので、なんだかとてもお得な気分です!
サンセットと星空を見るのにマウナケアに登るので体調が少し心配でしたが、ゆっくり時間をかけてくれたので全く問題ありませんでした。お弁当はまずまずという感じですが、おみそ汁が温かくて美味しかったです!
当日は天気は抜群に良かったのですが、風がとても強く寒かったです。貸して下さった防寒着のおかげでなんとか大丈夫でしたが、自分でもしっかり準備しておいた方がいいと思いました。
サンセットは強風の中待ったかいがあってとてもキレイでした。あっという間に沈んでしまうので一瞬も見逃せないです。
日没後は満月が近く月が明るく輝いていたので、星空はちょっぴり物足りない感じでしたが、こんちゃんさんの星座の話に引き込まれ遥か昔に思いを馳せたり、流れ星や人工衛星を見ることができたので結果とても大満足です。
本当に楽しく過ごせました。次は夏の月があまり出ていない時にまた来たいです。
Dear Mayu,
Thank you for participating in our tour and for sharing your experience and wonderful photos. We are all very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour with our guide, Konno, to your complete satisfaction.
Our guides, including Konno and other tour guides, are dedicated to ensuring our customers have a great time by learning about stargazing and how to use cameras. Your jumping photo turned out beautifully. The photos taken during the tour are provided as a service to our customers, and we believe they will become cherished memories.
The summit of Mauna Kea offers different views each time you visit, so we hope you will come back to the Big Island again.
We all look forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
mayu様
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして、また体験談へのご投稿と素敵なお写真をありがとうございました。
mayu様が弊社のガイドの今野のツアーを、大満足で楽しんでいただけたことを、スタッフ一同大変うれしく思っております。
弊社のガイドは、今野をはじめその他のツアーガイドもお客様に楽しんでいただく為に、星空の観測、カメラの使い方を学んでおります。
mayu様のジャンプのお写真は素敵にとれていますね。
ツアーのお写真は弊社がお客様へのサービスとして行っておりますが、お客様の良い思い出となることと思います。
マウナケア山頂は行く度に違った景色が見られますので、ぜひまたハワイ島に遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
ネイチャースクール
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Mai
Mike, our tour guide was very informative and made the trip exciting for us.
My husband and I did not finish all three activities due to too much sun exposure. It was exhausting. We did not go snorkeling, however, the hike was interesting (I'm not an outdoorsy person) and the downhill bike was the our personal favorite. Next time, we will do it again, but I can go without the hike.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
This whole place is incredible. My husband and I did the Jungle tour and Zipline and loved every minute of it. The tour guides were extremely wonderful and made the experience that much better. The views while zipling were awesome! Next time I want to do the secret beach. I must go if you are in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Zipline & Kualoa Experience Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/14 |
Reviewed by: Chandra
The ride and our guide were bith absolutely amazing. My 15 year son thought this was the best day of our vacation.
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| Packages: | Single-Passenger ATV (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/22 |
Reviewed by: Yamapee-fan
I was finally able to repeat my visit to Haleakalā! As everyone has mentioned, just like last time, I was welcomed by YAMAPEE's wonderful smile and engaging talk. The atmosphere among the tour participants was great, and we started off with a cozy feeling that you don't get on a large bus.
The summer Saturn and the close-up of the moon were impressive, but the starry sky during the winter new moon was truly sacred. No matter when you visit, Haleakalā shows a different expression, and I felt that every single cell in my body was rejoicing under the star-filled sky. Last time, I was able to see the death star of the Big Dipper, but this time we could all see the stars below the belt of Orion, as well as the Andromeda Galaxy.
It's an experience to have the sky right in front of you completely filled with stars... It would be a shame to go to Hawaii and not know about Maui, and it would be truly regrettable to go all the way to Maui and not climb Haleakalā. I really want to share this experience with others, and I might insist on it with my friends again.
It was so much fun with everyone who was there! Thank you to the Osaka team for including us! We got some wonderful photos. I'm so happy—I even bought a special frame! Thank you, YAMAPEE, for your professional guidance once again! With so many repeat visitors, please continue to create tours even after the 3055th time!
It was a truly joyful tour filled with happiness. Thank you, thank you. I look forward to our next reunion!
念願のハレアカラにリピートできました!
皆様が書いてらっしゃるとおり、前回とかわらずYAMAPEEさんの良い笑顔、トークに迎えられ、ツアーの皆様の雰囲気もよく、大型バスにはないアットホームな感じでスタートしました。
夏の土星や月面のアップも感動的でしたが、冬の新月の星空は神聖さそのものでした。
いつ来ても違う表情をみせてくれるハレアカラの懐の深さ、満天の天プラに細胞の一つ一つが喜んでいたと感じます。前回は北斗七星の死兆星など見れましたが、今回はオリオン座のベルト下の、くの字の下の星がみんな見れたり、アンドロメダ星雲などを見せていただけました。
目の前の空が全部星で埋め尽くされているなんて体験できません。。。
ハワイにいって、マウイ島を知らないのは勿体ないし、マウイまでいって、ハレアカラに登らないのは本当に勿体ないことだと思います。
ぜひぜひ同じ体験を分かち合いたいなと、また友人達にしつこくしそうです。
一緒にいらした方、楽しかったですね!!
大阪チームの方、入れてくださってありがとうございました!
素敵な写真がとれていましたね。嬉 専用のフレーム買ってしまいました!!
YAMAPEEさん、今回もプロ中のプロのご案内ありがとうございました!!
リピーター続出なので3055回を過ぎても、お元気でツアーつくっていってくださいね~
本当に幸せ感いっぱいの楽しいツアーでした。 感謝、感謝です。
またの再会を楽しみにしてます。
I am truly happy to have been able to meet again! Receiving feedback like this makes me deeply realize that it has been worthwhile to do this job for many years. There is no doubt that the thought of meeting everyone again is a source of motivation for tomorrow. I will do my best until our next reunion!
再会出来て本当に嬉しく思います!このようなご意見を頂くと、長年この仕事をやってきて良かったと、つくづく痛感致します。また皆様とお会い出来ることが明日の糧になっているということは、間違いありません。次の再会まで頑張りますね!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Panya
Pros: The guides were great. Especially the Hawaiian (?) lady. The zip lines were fun and I like how they had a story for each line. They were better than any of the other ones I been on. The cons: The hiking up hills with the heavy equipment. Not sure if that was in the description. They should warn us beforehand other than that I had a great time.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Zipline & All-Inclusive Beach Day with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/06 |
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Dear Kokubon,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. The sunset at Mauna Kea is truly magnificent, isn't it? It's rare to be able to drive up to 4,205 meters, and the various telescopes from different countries are definitely worth seeing.
At the summit, there can be strong winds at times, but we provide ski pants, so you will stay warm. We hope you will visit the Big Island again next time.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you back.
Nature School
Tomoe
コクボン様
弊社の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した。マウナケアでの夕陽は本当に素晴らしいですよね。4205メートルまで
車で上がれるのもマウナケアだけではないでしょうか。各国の天体望遠鏡も一見の価値がありますね。
山頂は時々強風のときがございますが、弊社はスキーズボンもついておりますので暖かいです。
次回も是非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