All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

It was my first time kayaking, and it was a lot of fun. We sat in a two-person boat, going upstream for about an hour. Then we walked through the jungle, during which the guide taught us various things. We had lunch in front of a waterfall and then returned to where we started by kayak.

I think it's fine to wear a swimsuit underneath with a shirt and shorts. I would recommend avoiding athletic shoes or flip-flops, as the paths in the jungle are quite muddy and your feet will get messy. We rented sports sandals from the tour company for a fee.

Of course, since the guide speaks only English, I think it would be more enjoyable if you understand English.

カヤックは初めてでしたが、とても楽しかったです。
2人乗りのボートに前後で座って、1時間弱ぐらい上流へ行きます。そのごジャングルの中を歩きながら進みますが、その途中でガイドさんが色々なことを教えてくれます。滝の前で昼食を食べその後カヤックで出発したところに戻ります。
服装は水着を中にきてシャツと短パンでOKだと思います。
運動靴やビーチサンダルは止めておいたほうが良いと思います。ジャングルの中はかなりの泥道で足がぐちゃぐちゃになります。私たちは、お金を払ってツアー会社からスポーツサンダルを借りました。
もちろんガイドさんは全て英語の為英語がわかるほうが楽しめると思います。

My husband and I loved this zipline adventure. We loved Hawaii but this just made the trip perfect. I had never done it before (my husband had) and to be honest I will a little bit scared but as soon as we started I had so much fun. Our guides were amazing. So fun, friendly and careful. We participated along with a family of 5 (3 children and their parents). They had so much fun too! I HIGHLY recommend everyone try this. The lines are safe, the views are spectacular and it will really make your vacation special!

The mixed nuts available as a snack felt very international, which was nice.
Hiking is common, but downhill was unique and enjoyable even for beginners!
Since there was no climbing involved, it was also a relief physically.
I think the price could be a bit lower.

おやつでもらえるミックスナッツが海外らしくてよかった。
ハイキングはありきたりだけど、ダウンヒルはめずらしくて、初心者にも楽しめました！
登りがないので・・・体力的にも助かりました。
もう少し価格がやすくてもいいのでは？

I participated in the Mauna Kea summit tour with Masashi Nature. We were able to drive to the summit in a short time that made the height of Mauna Kea feel insignificant, and at the top, we witnessed a wonderful sunset. I could truly feel the height and grandeur of the mountain.

The starry sky was filled with so many stars that I was left in awe, spending time just taking it all in. They took many photos, and when I checked their website, I saw the pictures from that time uploaded.

The warm miso soup we had for dinner was delicious. Masashi Nature always provides a wonderful tour of the Big Island of Hawaii. I will definitely use their services again.

マサシネイチャーでマウナケア山頂ツアーに参加しました。
マウナケアの高さを感じさせないほどの短時間で車で頂上まで登れ、頂上ではすばらしい日没を見れました。高さと雄大さを実感できました。
　星空も満天の星とはこれを言うのだと思えるほどの降り注ぐ星にただ呆然として時間をすごしました。
写真もたくさん撮ってくださいましてHPを見たらその時の写真がアップされていました。
　と夕で食べた夕飯の暖かい味噌汁がおいしかったです
いつもマサシネイチャーさんにはすばらしいハワイ島を案内してもらっています。又、利用させていただきます

Professional Staff! Incredible views over the north shore & country side that you simply cannot get on ground level. This was my first time in a helicopter...totally recommend for anyone.

This trip was worth every penny and more. The guide, Garry, was knowledgeable and went beyond to find all the birds on our list and spent extra time helping all see them. Guide, John, knew every native plant I asked about growing among the beautiful lava path. The tour was like being part of a scene from an Indiana Jones movie. Will be back to do the other NWR ecotour since I loved it so much.

Overall, this was fun.The main guide was knowledgeable and really knew his constellations. One negative was they should have had the single guy sit by the guide and let my husband & I sit together.They both ended up yelling to each other across the aisle over me on the drive back.

I participated to go see the starry sky.

One thing that is good to prepare is the iTunes app "Star Walk." I realized that the satellite moving around was the Hubble. Thanks to my cold weather preparations, it wasn't too cold. The lower area was clear, but if it were raining, the experience might be different.

There are several opportunities to take group photos. This is a matter of preference, but group photos can feel a bit lacking in spirit. If I participate next time, I might skip the group photos.

For those who want to take their time photographing the starry sky, there is a way to get to Onizuka on your own. Since there can be fog in the lower area and winding roads, I think it would be good to participate in a tour like this once for some preparation.

星空を見に行くために参加しました。

準備した方がよいものは、itunesのアプリ「star walk」
とことこ動いていた衛星はハッブルだとわかりました。
寒さ対策をしたせいか、あまり寒くはなかったです。
下界が晴れていたのですが、雨だとまた体感が違うのかもしれません。

集合写真を何回か撮る機会があります。
これは好みだと思いますが、集合写真は心が抜けますね。
もし次回参加するならば、集合写真は参加しなくてもいいかな？

星空をゆっくり撮りたい方は、onizukaまで自力で行く方法もあります。
下界の霧とか、ワイディングロードなので
一度このようなツアーに参加して予習すると良いと思います。

I previously participated in an attraction and had a one-hour horseback riding experience, but I felt it was a bit lacking. This time, I found a two-hour course, so I was really looking forward to it. It met my expectations, and the course allowed me to fully enjoy the great outdoors with its hills and valleys.

以前にアトラクションに参加して、１時間の乗馬体験をしましたが少し物足りなさを感じていました。今回は２時間のコースを見つけたのでとても楽しみにしていました。期待通りで、コースも山あり谷ありの大自然を満喫できるものでした。

My husband and I were island-hopping on our honeymoon when we participated in the Zipline Safari with Hiking and Kayaking in Kauai. One of our guides said he felt it was his job to make us fall in love with his island, and this tour certainly helped us do that. The price was fair for all of the inclusions of the tour, and the lunch provided was more than enough food. We had never been kayaking, but the river was very smooth and calm, so we were able to keep up and didn't have any issues. The hikes, swimming spots, stories, and "history lessons" were amazing. I have never seen such a beautiful forest. The Zipline was awesome as well and our guides took every safety precaution necessary to make us feel at ease. I would definitely recommend this activity for anyone looking for a more physical adventure. Be sure to wear a bathing suit, sunscreen, and bring hiking sandals or water socks because you should definitely get wet!

We came to Honolulu for a relative's wedding as a couple before retirement, but since we aren't interested in shopping, we planned to do some driving and hiking in the mountains.

The downhill mountain biking was cool and refreshing. I can only imagine how much fun it would be if we could go to a higher place and go even faster! But we had a great time nonetheless.

The jungle hike was also interesting, climbing through the mud in heavy boots was quite a unique experience. It might be tough for beginners, but you can't find this kind of experience anywhere else.

The guide was friendly and truly felt like a professional from America. We were picked up at 9 AM and dropped off at the hotel at 3:30 PM, with just a restroom break in the early afternoon. This might be a bit tough for middle-aged women.

定年前夫婦で親戚の婚礼のためにホノルルに来ましたが、買い物に興味がないためドライブや山歩きを予定に入れました。
マウンテンバイクのダウンヒルは涼しくて爽快でした。もっと高い場所に連れて上がって貰って、もっとスピードを出せたらどんなに楽しいか！でも充分に楽しめました。
ジャングルハイクも重い長靴でぬかるみを登っていくのも珍しくて興味深かったです。確かに初級者ではきついでしょうが、こんな経験は他ではなかなかできません。
ガイドさんもフレンドリーで流石にアメリカのプロという感じでした。
９時に最初にピックアップ、３時半に最後にホテルへ送ってもらい、途中昼過ぎにトイレ休憩があるだけ。中高年女性にはそれが少しきついかも知れません。

This was our first time and we loved it! The views were spectacular, it was fun, and was an overall good time. Be prepared to get down and dusty though if you are at the back of the ATV line up! Thanks Michael for the tour, we really enjoyed it!

Bob and Vicki

Haleakalā Volcano is a mountain that rises over 3,000 meters, with its summit above the clouds. The sunset viewed from there is a breathtaking sight as it sinks beyond the clouds, leaving a lasting impression.

Additionally, listening to the guide Yamapee's stories while gazing at the starry sky was heartwarming and intriguing, making me feel incredibly positive.

The tour was very satisfying, as we were shown the moon and star clusters through a telescope, heard stories about constellations, and enjoyed everything from the sunset to the starry sky.

ハレアカラ火山は、３，０００メートルを超える山でその山頂は雲の上。そこから見る夕日は、雲の向こうに沈んでいく幻想的な光景で、感動でした。
また、星空を見上げながら聞くガイドのYamapeeさんのお話は、心温まる＆興味深い話で、すごく前向きな自分になれた気がします。
天体望遠鏡で月や星群を見せてもらったり、星座の話を聞いたり、夕日から星空まで、大満足なツアーでした。

The ride itself was very nice along the beach area. I was a first time rider and the staff work with me providing instructions on controlling the horse, so don't be afraid to try this experience if you have never rode a horse.

The only difficulty is that we were staying in Waikiki and the event took place on the North Shore. There is no transportation options offered by the event, but we rented a car for the day and were able to tour more of the island following the ride.

Overall, I highly recommend this activity.

The guides and horses were great but the trails and scenery were disappointing.

I get motion sickness easily, so the trip there and back was tough (it was quite a ride). However, I’m really glad I went. The sunset and starry sky... they were truly beautiful. I definitely think you should see it with your own eyes.

私は乗り物酔いがひどいので、行き帰りは大変でした（かなり飛ばします）。ただ、それでもやっぱり行って良かったです。夕日と星空・・・本当に美しかったです。是非、ご自身の目で見て欲しいと思います。

It was wonderful!

すばらしかった！

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。

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.

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!

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！！

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！！

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。

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

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。

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！！！

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。

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。

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。

Most interesting of the all the tours we took. The rain forest is truly amazing. Fantastic tour!