Reviewed by: 美容師 りな
The sunset at Mauna Kea, which is higher than Mount Fuji, was wonderful. On the opposite side of the setting sun, there was a full moon, creating a magical atmosphere. Thanks to the full moon, stargazing was a bit challenging, though. The oxygen is indeed thin, but taking regular breaks to acclimate helped, so it wasn't a problem. However, it is really cold, so warm clothing is essential. At Masashi's Nature, they provided warm outerwear, but it seems that other companies only offer a poor-quality jacket, so I think it's worth considering that aspect as well.
富士山よりも高いマウナケアでのサンセット素晴らしいものでした。その、沈む太陽の反対側には満月があり幻想的でした。満月のおかげで星空観測は微妙でしたが・・。酸素は確かに薄いけどマメに体を慣らす休憩をとって下さったので問題ありません。ただ、本当に寒いので必須防寒。マサシ−ズ ネイチャ-では上下の温かい防寒を貸してもらえましたが他社では気の毒な程度の上着しか与えられてないみたいなので、そのあたりもポイントにすると良いと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Mattias was a great tour guide and knew a lot about the hike. I took my 8 year old son along and he had a great time as well. It was beautiful.
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/11 |
Reviewed by: Jessica C
My husband and I spent a lot of money on activities to do while we were on the Big Island, and the zipline was worth every single penny!!!!! Our guides were nothing short of amazing! They knew so much about the history and it was amazing how much they did know and pointed things out to us! We had the best experience and I would highly recommend ziplining and using Kohala zipline Canopy Adventure! Our instructors, Matt and Ashley, let us have fun and also taught us to be safe. I can not say this enough.....best time of my life!
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/10 |
Reviewed by: ちゃーこ
I was really scared before flying, but once I was in the air, it was so much fun and felt great, and the scenery was beautiful. It truly became the best memory. I felt at ease since I could communicate in Japanese, and the instructor was fun and a nice person. I want to do it again!!
飛ぶ前はすごく怖かったけど飛んでしまえば、すごく楽しくて気持ち良くて、景色も綺麗で本当に最高の思い出になりました。日本語も通じて安心でき、インストラクターも楽しくいい人でした。またやりたいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2011/10/03 |
Reviewed by: ako
I participated with a friend.
The tour guide was a local person, but they spoke excellent Japanese, and we had no trouble at all; it was a fun experience.
We spent a satisfying and enjoyable hour in nature that flew by.
Thank you, Katie!!
友人と2人で参加しました。
ツアーガイドの方が現地の方でしたが、上手な日本語で全く不自由することなく、楽しくガイドをしてくださいました。
自然と触れ合いながら、満足のいく楽しいあっという間の1時間を過ごさせてもらいました。
ケイティさん、ありがとう!!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/30 |
Reviewed by: 井上 美紀
Jon, our guide and driver, was very pleasant. Although the Fairmont Hotel was not on the list for drop-offs, he took us there. I was worried about transportation to the hotel late at night, but this unexpected service was a great help.
Additionally, for stargazing, even after the other group of Japanese participants finished early, he said that Jupiter would soon be rising and showed us Jupiter. Since only the English tour was available, it was a reluctant choice, but I was fortunate to have booked this one.
It was also cheaper than the tours aimed at Japanese participants, so I recommend this option for those who are considering it.
ガイド兼ドライバーの Jon さんが感じ良かった。
フェアモントホテルは帰りの送りの対象ではなかったのに送ってくれました。深夜のホテルまでの足を心配してましたが
思いがけないサービスに助かりました。
また星空観察も他の日本人のみのグループが早々と終了した後も、まもなく木星が登ってくるといって木星まで見せてくれました。英語ツアーしか残ってなかったのでやむをえず?の選択でしたが、ここを申し込んだことがかえって幸いしました。
日本人向けのツアーよりお安めでしたし、これからの方はこちらをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Cycling throught the rain forest was a great exsperence seeing all the places were film were made and just being at one in the forest. the guild was very good and helpfull. Enjoyed the whole thing thank you
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/30 |
Reviewed by: ダルビッシュ
Everyone is writing various things, but if you're unsure, just go for it. I can't do a 10-meter bungee jump, but the fear was almost zero. The staff were friendly, which was great, but the driver's "give me a tip" was a bit annoying. Well, I guess there are many people who wouldn't pay unless they insist. By the way, tips alone can run about $50 per person, but it's still worth doing. I recommend it.
皆さんいろいろ書かれてますが、確かに迷ったら飛べですな。10mのバンジーできない僕ですが、恐怖はゼロに近かったですね。スタッフの皆さんもフレンドリーでよかったのですが、ドライバーさんの「チップよこせ」がちょっとうざい。まあ、しつこく言わなきゃ払わんやつが多いんだろうけど。ちなみにチップだけで一人50ドル位飛んでいきますが、それでもやる価値ありますね。オススメです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: トーマス
At first, I was nervous, but I really had a great time. However, I had a bit of dissatisfaction with the response from the local Japanese staff, but the fun I had outweighed that!!!
最初はドキドキでしたが、本当に楽しかったです。
ただ、現地日本人スタッフの対応に、少し不満がありましたが、それを超える楽しさでした!!!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: 鹿児島のシン
We went to the Big Island of Hawaii for the first time as a family. Driving around in a rental car was amazing. I had always wanted to climb Mauna Kea, but I was worried about tire punctures and car troubles due to the pressure changes with a regular vehicle, so we requested a guide. With the guide, we received various information, safety tips, and explanations about the stars, which made us feel very secure and turned our Mauna Kea experience into a fun one.
家族で、ハワイ島に初めて行きました。レンタカーで走りました、最高でしたよ、マウナケア山に登りたい希望が、以前からありましたが、一般の車では気圧の関係で、タイヤがパンクしたり、車の故障だとか心配で、ガイドをお願いしました。いろんなお話に注意事項と、星の説明にと、ガイドさんと一緒でとても安心できて、楽しいマウナケアでした。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: anyo
We participated as a couple on September 24, 2011. Since other Japanese tours were fully booked, we opted for this English-guided tour, and it turned out to be more enjoyable for my husband, who grew up in an English-speaking environment.
The sunset viewed from the summit of Mauna Kea was incredibly beautiful and elegant, almost otherworldly. The sea of clouds spread out below us, and the pink-hued scenery was a special sight that is hard to find in Japan. The summit is indeed at an altitude of 4,000 meters, so it felt a bit suffocating, but I didn't experience altitude sickness.
After the sunset, we descended to the visitor center for stargazing, where we saw an astonishing number of stars. We were overwhelmed by the sheer number of stars. It was truly moving, and we were also fortunate to see the Milky Way due to the season.
Although it's not a cheap tour, I believe that if it's your first trip to the Big Island, you should definitely go on this Mauna Kea summit and stargazing tour.
As for the English guide, he explained everything very well and showed us various stars through a telescope. We had a longer stargazing session compared to other Japanese guided tours, and ultimately, our tour was the last to stay at the visitor center.
If you decide to join this English tour, it might be less enjoyable if you don't speak any English at all. I understood about 60-70% of it, but since it was aimed at foreigners, there were some specialized terms that I didn't understand (laughs). My husband helped translate, which was a relief.
The guide, Joe, was considerate and reached out to the Japanese participants, so I think it would be worth trying for those who have some familiarity with English.
Make sure to prepare for the cold. We brought down jackets and hiking pants from Japan, and additionally, we had snowboard layer pants to wear underneath. Even so, I ended up layering with a jacket borrowed from the tour company (it was quite cold during the stargazing part as the sun set and it got chilly).
This tour did not include hotel pickup, so it was a bit of a hassle to gather at the tour company.
Overall, I think we participated in a very good tour. I would love to go again.
2011年9月24日に夫婦2人で参加しました。他の日本語ツアーが満席だったのでこの英語ガイドツアーにしましたが、小さい頃から英語圏で育った主人には、逆にこちらの外人向けツアーの方が自由がきいて楽しかったようです。
マウナケア山頂から眺める夕日は、この世のものとは思えないほど綺麗で優雅でした。雲海が眼下に広がり、桃色にそまる光景は、なかなか日本では見れない特別な景色でした。山頂はやはり4000m級の山なので、息苦しい感じがしましたが、高山病にはなりませんでした。
夕日のあと、visitor centerまで降りて、星空観察しましたが、とてつもないほどの星の数が見れました。あまりの星数に、夫婦で圧倒されてしまいました。本当に感動的でしたし、季節的にも天の川も見れて良かったです。
安くはないツアーですが、初めてのハワイ島旅行なら、このマウナケア山頂&星空観察ツアーだけは行ったほうが良いと思います。
肝心の英語ガイドですが、とてもよく説明してくれましたし、望遠鏡でさまざまな星を見せてくれました。他の日本語ガイドツアーより長く星空観察してくれて、結局私達のツアーが最後までvisitor centerに居ました。
この英語ツアーに参加する場合は、やはり英語がまったくできないと楽しさも半減してしまうかも知れません。私も6~7割くらい理解できましたが、やはり外人向けなので、星の詳しい内容など分からない専門用語もチラホラ(苦笑)主人が通訳してくれたので助かりましたが。
ガイドのJoeさんは、日本人にも心配りで声を掛けてくれてましたし、英語に多少なじみのある方ならトライしてみても良いかと思います。
防寒対策はしっかりした方がいいです。私達は日本からダウンジャケットや登山用ズボンを持っていき、さらにズボンの下に履くスノーボード用のレイヤーパンツを持っていきました。それでも、私は、ツアー会社から借りたジャケットを重ね着したくらいです。(星空ツアーの時が、日が沈み底冷えするので寒かったです)
このツアーはホテルピックアップ付きではなかったので、集合はツアー会社まで行くのが少々面倒でした。
総合的にみて、とても良いツアーに参加できたと思います。
また行ってみたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: 送迎
I really wanted to go horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch. It's a shame there’s no shuttle service. It takes an hour and a half by bus from Ala Moana, and I was worried about not having enough buses to get back. I was disappointed that I spent time on things other than horseback riding. I would really like to request that you consider offering a plan with shuttle service.
非常にやりたかったクアロア牧場での乗馬。
送迎がないのが痛いです。
アラモアナから、バスで1時間半、帰りもバスがあまりないから帰れるのか不安でした。
乗馬以外に時間を費やしたのが残念。
送迎有プランを是非ご検討お願いしたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Kevin Nicolin
Most interesting of the all the tours we took. The rain forest is truly amazing. Fantastic tour!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/26 |
Reviewed by: トマト
I was attracted to the course that crosses the river in the canyon and decided to participate. In the same group, there were American, Indian, Chinese, and two Japanese couples, all in their 20s to 30s.
From the meeting point, we took a car down a steep mountain road while overlooking the canyon, which was thrilling due to the narrowness of the road.
After signing the waiver at the horse area, we chose helmets (none of which were very clean, so it was better to choose quickly), and there was a 5 to 10-minute explanation about horseback riding. (Since my English skills are limited, I desperately gathered information from my husband. I was a bit worried if I couldn't get someone to interpret for me.)
We put the water we brought (which must be purchased at the meeting point as it is not sold at the stable) into a bag they provided (a pocket-like thing to hang on the horse's shoulder). Once you get on the horse, beginners won't have much leeway, so if you want to use a camera, it's recommended to hang it around your neck. By the way, make sure to use the restroom at the meeting point, as there won't be another opportunity until we return.
The horse I rode was a model student and always stayed close to the guide, so I could hear the guide's instructions. (However, it was very tough for me not to be able to respond to the guide due to my lack of English skills, haha.) The other horses were also generally well-trained and calm, so there shouldn't be any issues for those not used to horseback riding, but each horse has its own personality, such as those that stop to graze, those that want to go ahead, and those that try to take a different route, which adds to the fun of the tour.
We walked slowly along the mountain path, enjoying the plants and scenery for about two hours. The breeze was pleasant, making it a refreshing tour.
渓谷の川を渡るコースに魅力を感じこちらのコースに参加。
同じ回には、アメリカ人、インド系、中国系、日本×2組の、20代~30代のいずれもカップルが参加していた。
集合場所からは車にて、渓谷を見下ろしながら急な山道を降りて行くのだが、道幅も狭くなかなかスリリング。
馬のいる場所まで降りて誓約書にサインした後、ヘルメットを選び(どれもあまりキレイではなく出遅れずに早く選んだ方がいい感じ)、乗馬についての説明が5分~10分くらい。(私は英語力に乏しい為、必死で夫から情報収集。誰かに通訳してもらえない場合はちょっと心配。)
各自持参した水(集合場所では購入しておかなければ、馬小屋では売ってない)を、貸してくれる袋(馬の肩にかけるポケットのようなもの)に入れる。
また一度馬に乗ってしまうと初心者ではあまり余裕が無い為、もしカメラを使いたいなら首から下げておくのがおススメ。
ちなみにトイレも集合場所で済ませておきましょう。出発以降は戻ってくるまでないので。
私の乗った馬は優等生で、常にガイドの近くのポジションを取ってくれたため、ガイドの話が常に聞けた。(が、英語力がない為、ガイドに対して返答できないことが非常につらかった(笑)。)
他の馬たちも基本的にはよく訓練されていておとなしいので、乗馬に慣れていない人でも問題はないが、やはりそれぞれ個性があって、すぐに道草を食う馬、前に前に行く馬、違うルートに行こうとする馬などなど、どの馬に当たるかもこのツアーの楽しみか。
山の小道をゆっくり歩き、植物や景色を堪能しながら約2時間の行程。吹き抜ける風は気持ちよく爽やかさを感じられるツアーだった。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/25 |
Reviewed by: トマト
I applied for this tour because other companies' Japanese guided tours were already fully booked on the desired date. There was no pickup from our hotel, so we had to make our way to the nearest pickup point, Waikoloa Village (which is not a problem if you have a rental car). When we arrived, there were several Japanese participants as well.
Along the way, we had a light meal in a tent at a former ranch site. The beef soup was delicious. After that, we took another restroom break at the visitor center. We made several stops for photo opportunities as we headed to the summit. They lend you proper warm clothing, but it was still quite cold. However, the sight of the sunset beyond the sea of clouds was majestic.
After sunset, we descended to the area near the visitor center to observe the starry sky. The guide provided various explanations, but it can be quite challenging to understand without a certain level of English proficiency. Nevertheless, the overwhelming beauty of the starry sky remains unchanged, so it's not a major issue. Overall, I think it was a great tour that offered an experience I wouldn't normally have.
参加希望日に他社の日本語ガイドツアーが既に一杯だったため、本ツアーに申し込みました。
我々の宿泊ホテルでのピックアップはない、とのことで最寄のピックアップポイントであるワイコロアビレッジまでは自力で移動(レンタカーのある方なら問題なし)。
行ってみると日本人の方も数組参加されていた。
途中、中腹の牧場跡地にてテント内での軽食。ビーフスープが美味。
その後ビジターセンターにて再びトイレ休憩。
そして数回写真撮影のためのストップを挟みつつ山頂へ。
しっかりした防寒着を貸して貰えるがそれでもかなりの寒さ。とはいえ雲海の彼方に夕日が沈んでいく光景は荘厳であった。
日没後ビジターセンター付近まで降りて満点の星空を観測。
ガイドさんが色々と解説してくれるのだが、ある程度英語力がないと理解するのはなかなかしんどい。でも圧倒的な星空の素晴らしさはなんら変わらないので大きな問題ではない。
全体的には普段できない経験ができて良いツアーだったと思う。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/25 |
Reviewed by: まや
I experienced a 2-hour horseback riding course. It was my first time riding, and I thought 2 hours might be too long, but it flew by, and I feel like I wouldn't have been satisfied with just 1 hour.
I will definitely go horseback riding again next time!
乗馬2時間コースを体験しました。
はじめての乗馬でしたし2時間は長すぎるかなと思ってましたがあっという間の2時間で、1時間では満足できなかっただろうなと思ってます。
次回もまた乗馬やります!
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/25 |
Reviewed by: icchi
The frilly chicken and garlic shrimp were just as expected, and I was glad to join the tour on Sunday! The location for lunch at the beach was fantastic. The town of Haleiwa felt like a nostalgic countryside town. The guide also provided detailed explanations, which made it enjoyable.
期待通りのフリフリチキン、ガーリックシュリンプ、日曜日にツアーに参加でき良かった!!
ビーチでのランチにロケーション最高でした。
ハレイワの街は、ノスタルジックな田舎町という感じ。
ガイドさんも、詳しく説明いただき楽しかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was our second time participating, along with my aunt and uncle who joined for the first time. I was a bit anxious about the English tour, but the guide was kind, and it seemed that we were able to bond with the other two Japanese couples participating, as we cooperated with each other during the English tour.
Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't observe the stars, but later, through Alan1.net, we received a message from the tour company stating that they would refund half of the tour fee because we couldn't observe the stars due to the weather. I was surprised that they would offer a refund, as I didn't expect it. I appreciate their sincere response.
今回2度目の私たち夫婦と初めての叔母夫婦と参加しました。
英語のツアーで不安もありましたが、ガイドさんも親切で
また他に参加されていた日本人の方2組とも、かえって英語ツアーなので日本人同士協力して仲良くなれたような気がします。
残念ながら天候不良の為、星空は観察できませんでしたが、
後日Alan1.netさんを通して、ツアー会社から連絡があり、
天候不良で星空観察できなかったので、ツアーの代金の半額を返金してくださるとのこと。返金していただけるとは思っていなかったので驚きました。
誠意ある対応に感謝します。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
About ten days before my trip, I made several inquiries to book a tour, but since all the Japanese tours were fully booked, I decided to join this one.
I can't really recommend it for those who don't understand English at all, but if you're okay with explanations in English, I definitely encourage you to participate.
We met at the designated spot around 2 PM and traveled by car with the guide. There were about ten people in our group. We drove along Saddle Road for about two hours and took a break at the foot of Mauna Kea to prevent altitude sickness while having dinner. I heard that the Japanese tour provides bento boxes, but this tour offered corn bread and either beef or vegetable soup (a bit light, but tasty). After about an hour's break, we continued driving up.
We arrived at the summit just before sunset and had about 30 minutes to enjoy the view. The temperature felt below zero... it was quite cold, but they provided winter jackets and gloves, so it was manageable.
After the sunset, we descended a bit to stargaze. The stars are quite beautiful even with the naked eye, and the guide provided detailed explanations of the constellations using a telescope. We stood outside for nearly an hour and a half, so it was very cold. They also served hot cocoa and cookies, but I recommend bringing a hat and hand warmers if you're sensitive to the cold.
This tour, with its fiery sunset and countless stars, including many shooting stars, is something you can never experience in Japan, so I absolutely recommend it! If you're prone to altitude sickness or get motion sickness, please take medication beforehand.
旅行の10日ほど前に予約をしようといくつか問い合わせをしましたが、日本語のツアーが全ていっぱいだったためこちらに参加しました。
英語が全く分からない方にとってはあまりオススメはできませんが、説明が英語でも問題ない方は是非こちらに参加してみてください。
2時ごろ集合場所に車で行き、そこからガイドさんの車で移動。参加人数は1グループにつき10人ほど。
2時間ほどサドル・ロードをひたすら走り、マウナ・ケアの麓で夕食がてら高山病予防のため休憩。日本語のツアーはお弁当が出るそうですが、このツアーはコーン・ブレッドとビーフか野菜のスープ(少し物足りないですが美味しいです)。1時間ほど休憩して、また一気に車であがります。
頂上には太陽が沈む直前につき、30分くらい景色を眺める時間があります。体感温度は0度以下です・・・かなり寒いですが、ちゃんと冬用のジャケットと手袋を貸してくれるので大丈夫です。
夕日のあとは少し山を下って星を見ます。裸眼でもかなりキレイに見えますが、望遠鏡も使いながら星座の説明を詳しくしてくれます。1時間半近く外で立っているのでかなり寒いです。ホットココアとクッキーも出ますが、寒さに弱い人は帽子とホッカイロを持参することをオススメします。
燃えるような夕日と無数の星、流れ星もたくさん見えるこのツアーは日本では決して体験できないので絶対オススメです!高山病になりやすい方や乗り物酔いをする方は予め薬を飲んでから参加してください。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/23 |
Reviewed by: せつこ
The sunset disappeared in the blink of an eye, but it's a view I could watch forever.
夕陽はあっという間に沈んでしまいましたが、いつまでも見ていたい景色です
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/22 |
Reviewed by: 浜っ子タカシ
This tour allowed me to experience North Shore sightseeing, horseback riding, and B-grade gourmet food all in one day, and I was very satisfied. The main highlight was definitely the horseback riding. The staff provided explanations in English, but even for someone like me who isn't proficient in English, I was able to understand about 50%, so it's fine for those who struggle with English. I also recommend the B-grade gourmet garlic shrimp.
このツアーはノースショワ観光・乗馬・B級グルメが1日で体験で出来てとても満足できました。メインはやはり乗馬です。スタッフは英語の説明ですが、英語のできない私でも50%は理解できたので、英語が苦手に方でも大丈夫です。B級グルメのガーリックシュリンプもオススメです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/22 |
Reviewed by: maki
As everyone mentioned, it was a wonderful sunset, just as the rumors said. It was my first time seeing so many stars, and I was truly moved. The Milky Way and shooting stars were beautifully visible.
I thought the 1:30 PM meeting time was early, but considering everyone's health, I understood the schedule after it was over. The beef stew for dinner was delicious, and it had an outdoor vibe, but it might be a bit tough for those who aren't fond of the outdoors.
We had dinner at 5 PM, and we returned after 11 PM, so it might be a good idea to bring some snacks for the night.
Also, it is really cold. Personally, I felt it was colder than winter in Japan, so please make sure to dress warmly.
皆さんのコメント通り、噂通りの素晴らしいサンセットでした。
あんな沢山の星を見たのも初めてですし、感動しっぱなしでした。
ミルキーウェイも流れ星も綺麗に見えました。
13:30の集合は早いのでは?と思ったのですが、体調の事を考えてのスケジュールだったので、終わってみてから納得しました。
夕ご飯のビーフシチューも美味しくて、アウトドアな感じで頂くのですが、アウトドアが苦手な方ならちょっと辛いかもしれません。。
17時にご飯を食べて、戻ってくるのが23時過ぎなので、何か夜食を用意して行かれた方が良いかもしれません。
あと、本当に寒いです。
個人的に日本の冬よりも寒い気がしましたので、本気で防寒して下さいね。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/21 |
Reviewed by: taiga
It was a truly wonderful tour.
I have been to Haleakalā in Maui many times, but I was even more impressed by Mauna Kea.
Also, thank you very much to our guide Leo for all your help.
I am attaching the photo of the moon that Leo took for me.
It was great to learn about the coffee farm and the abalone direct sales shop.
I look forward to seeing you again.
Oh, Buddha Coffee was delicious!
大変すばらしいツァーでした。
マウイのハレヤカラには何度と行きましたが、それよりも高いマウナケア すべてに感動しました。
それとガイドのレオさん いろいろとお世話になりありがとうございました。
レオさんに撮ってもらった月の写真 添付します。
コーヒー農園、アワビの直売所を教えていただき大変良かったです。
また会えるのを楽しみにしています。
あっ ぶっだコーヒー おいしかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/21 |
Reviewed by: tama
On Mauna Kea in Hawaii, there are astronomical observatories from various countries, including Japan's "Subaru." This tour, where you can see the starry sky in such a place, is highly recommended! The number of stars is on a completely different scale than in Japan. I was able to see the Milky Way for the first time, and I was very satisfied!!
Watching the bright red sun set, along with the sea of clouds spreading below from the summit of Mauna Kea (which is over 4,000 meters high, higher than Mount Fuji), was truly moving. The road to the summit is quite rough, so I think it's safer and more enjoyable to go with a tour where a knowledgeable guide drives a 4WD vehicle rather than going in your own rental car.
★Things to check before booking the tour
Depending on the moon phase at that time, the recommendation for whether to join a sunrise or sunset tour to see the starry sky changes. I learned this only after arriving on-site, but I think it's best to confirm this when booking to ensure you can enjoy the stars.
★Differences between tour companies
Since multiple companies operate these tours, I booked without knowing what points to consider. After going myself, I realized that there isn't much difference in the schedule or the number of participants. I haven't checked the contents of the lunch boxes thoroughly, but I don't think there's much difference there either. I only went with Nature School, but it seems they were the only company that provided ski pants, hats, and gloves in addition to jackets as cold-weather gear, which I really appreciated. They also explained the constellations using a laser pointer, making it easy to understand.
ハワイ島マウナケアには日本の「すばる」をはじめ、各国の天文観測所が設置されています。
そんな場所で星空が見れちゃうこのツアーは本当におススメ!日本とはスケールがまったくちがう数の星。初めて天の川も見れて、大満足でした!!
真っ赤な太陽が沈んでいく様子も、マウナケア山頂(富士山よりも高い、標高4000m以上)から下に広がる雲海とともに見られて、とても感動的です。
山頂まで行く途中はかなり道が悪いので、自分のレンタカーで行くよりも、慣れたガイドさんが4WD車を運転してくれるツアーで行くほうが、安心だし十分楽しめると思います。
★ツアー申込前に確かめてほしいこと
その時期の月齢によって、サンライズツアー/サンセットツアーのどちらで星空を見るのがおすすめか変わるそうです。私は現地に着いて初めて知りましたが、申込時に確認したほうが確実に星を楽しめると思います。
★ツアー会社のちがい
複数の会社が催行しているため、何をポイントに申し込めば良いのかわからないまま私は申し込みました。
自分で行ってみて思いましたが、タイムスケジュールや定員人数にはほとんど差は無いようです。お弁当の中身も、ちゃんと確かめてはいないですがそれほどの差は無いかと^^
私はネイチャースクールでしか行っていませんが、防寒具としてジャケット以外にスキーウエア的なズボンや帽子・手袋も貸して下さっていたのはこちらの会社のみのようで、とてもありがたかったです。また星座も、レーザーポインタで指し示しながら解説してくださるので話が分かりやすかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/20 |
Reviewed by: 黒い跳馬
The scenery and atmosphere are great, and you can really enjoy nature. I thought it would be difficult since I only understand a little English, but surprisingly, everyone was friendly and it was fine. There was a moment where we had to run at full speed, which is quite tough for complete beginners. At that time, horse manure flies around, so you definitely need to be prepared for getting dirty, along with the right shoes. However, it was a dynamic activity. I would love to go again.
景色といい、雰囲気といい、自然満喫です。英語は少し理解出来ないと難しいかと思っていましたが、案外フレンドリーで大丈夫です。途中で、全力疾走の場面があり、全くの初心者にはかなりきついです。その時、馬糞が飛ぶので本当に汚れ必死のイデタチと靴は必要です。しかし、ダイナミックなアクティビティーでした。また、行きたいですな。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/20 |
Reviewed by: みこ
The Mauna Kea tour in September is fully booked everywhere!! It was a good decision to make a reservation in advance with Alan1. Since all the tours have a small number of participants, they fill up quickly. I recommend making an early reservation... it seems impossible to do so once you arrive in September.
Honestly, I didn't have high expectations, but I was incredibly impressed and came back amazed. The beauty of the sunset is the best.
However, since it was close to a full moon, the brightness of the moon overshadowed the stars... which was a bit disappointing!!
But I was happy to see the craters on the moon through the telescope. September is the time of the Mid-Autumn Festival, so the moon is beautiful.
Next time, I will aim for a new moon and participate again. The photos I uploaded are of the sunset, the observation deck, and the bright, beautiful moon.
マウナケアのツアーは9月は、どこも満席状態!!
まえもって、Alan1で予約していって正解でした。
どのツアーも少人数なので、すぐに満席になるようです。
早めの予約をお勧めします・・・・現地についてからなんて
9月は無理みたいです。
正直、あまり期待しないでいったのですが・・・・
想像以上に きれいで、超感激して帰ってきました。
夕日の美しさ、最高です。
ただ、★は満月に近かったので、月の明るさに負けてしまい・・・少々 残念!!
でも、望遠鏡で、月のクレーターを見れたのは、うれしかった。
9月は中秋の名月で、月がきれいな時期ですものね。
今度は新月ねらって、また参加します。
UPした写真は、夕日や展望台ときれいな明るい月です。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This is a place that has been used in movies, and you will be overwhelmed by the great nature. You can go horseback riding there, which feels really nice. First, you watch a video in Japanese that explains the precautions, and then you are assigned a horse that fits your body size. After that, you proceed slowly in a single file. The horses tend to stray off to eat grass, so you need to be careful, but time passes enjoyably while chatting with the staff. However, since it's a long ride, your backside may start to hurt towards the end. I recommend it because you can enjoy a wonderful time while feeling the pleasant breeze of Hawaii.
ここは映画でも使用された場所で、その大自然に圧倒されます。
そこで乗馬をできて、とても気持ちいいです。
始めに日本語で注意事項などのビデオを見てから、自分の体格に合った馬を割り当てられます。
そして、ゆっくりと1列になって進んで行きます。
馬たちは草を食べたくて寄り道するので、注意が必要ですが
スタッフのお姉さんたちとおしゃべりしながら楽しい時間が過ぎていきます。
しかし長時間の乗馬なので、最後の方はお尻が痛くなってきます。
ハワイの気持ち良い風を感じながら、素敵な時間を過ごせるのでお勧めです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This tour offers various options, but it is primarily scheduled around horseback riding, so I recommend it for those whose main purpose is horseback riding. One downside is that it can be a bit confusing because we shared the bus with people on different plans, making it hard to fully understand the explanations.
このツアーはいろいろ選べれますが、乗馬がメインでスケジュールが組まれていますので、乗馬が主目的な方にお勧めです。乗馬以外のプランの人と同じバスになったせいか、スケジュールがややこしく、説明がいまいち理解できないのが難点です。
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
With the free plan, you can also enjoy swimming in the sea. I was introduced to a beach where turtles are present. I had the rare experience of seeing turtles swimming nearby and napping on the sandy beach.
フリープランでは海水浴もできます。亀がいるビーチを紹介して貰いました。亀が近くを泳いでいたり、砂浜で昼寝をしていたり、貴重な体験をすることができました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2011/09/15 |
Reviewed by: dearljade
This was our first time to zip line in Kauai. It was great. Better than we expected. The staff was very nice, helpful, and entertaining. I recommend this activity to everyone, especially those people who have a fear of heights as I do. What a great way to spend the day. Thanks to Jamie and "Bundy" for an experience we will never forget.
Dearl and Jade from Dallas.
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| Posted on: | 2011/09/15 |
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Thank you for participating. I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful nature of the Big Island and created wonderful memories.
Regarding the hotel transfer for your return, there are some areas where we cannot provide transfers, but since it will be late at night, we will do our best to accommodate as many customers as possible. While I cannot guarantee it, please request a return transfer if needed.
We hope to see you again on the Big Island.
Mahalo!
参加していただきありがとうございました。ハワイ島の美しい自然を楽しんでいただき、素敵な思い出を作っていただいたようでとても嬉しいです。
帰りのホテル送迎については、送迎できないエリアのホテルもございますが夜遅くなるので出来る限りお客様を送迎できるよう努めています。確約できませんが、もし帰りの送迎が必要な場合はリクエストしてください。
またハワイ島に遊びにきてください。
マハロ!