All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

If you're going to the Big Island, I definitely recommend visiting Mauna Kea. While Kilauea and the lava are impressive, the experience of watching the sunset and stargazing from the summit of Mauna Kea is truly moving. Seeing the sunset sink into the sea of clouds gives you chills. You can even see the shadow of the Earth. During stargazing, you can see an incredible number of stars like never before. They explain about artificial satellites, shooting stars, and your own constellations. If possible, it's good to check the moon phase before you go. It seems that a full moon can reduce visibility. You can find out the moon phase here: http://www.ne.jp/asahi/qpon/b/java103.htm. The bento from Masashi Nature School is just as good as other companies' bento, and they even include miso soup. Also, they are the only ones that provide warm clothing all the way down to pants. Other people looked cold. I definitely want to participate again next time.

ハワイ島に行かれる方、必ずマウナケアまで行かれたほうがいいと思いますよ。キラウエアや溶岩もすごいですが、感動といったらマウナケア山頂 サンセット＆星空観測です。あの雲海に沈む夕日を見ると感動で震えが出てきます。地球の影も見えました。星空観測も今まで見たこともないような数の星を見ることができます。人工衛星や流れ星、自分の星座といろいろ説明してくれます。できれば月齢を調べていくといいですよ。満月だと半減するそうです。月齢は（半角で打ってください） http://www.ne.jp/asahi/qpon/b/java103.htm　でわかります。マサシネイチャースクールのお弁当はほかの会社のお弁当と比べてもみそ汁もありまけてません。また防寒着もズボンまであるのはここだけでした。ほかのところの人たちは寒そうでした。また、次回も参加したいと思います。

I participated in a seaside horseback riding plan with my mother on January 20th.

On this day, there were four participants in total: the two of us at the seaside and two in the valley.

Unfortunately, we couldn't stop by Moanalua Gardens as it was under construction, but we made a special stop at the Healing Stones in Wahiawa before heading to Dole Plantation. We had a good amount of time there, allowing us to leisurely enjoy the famous Dole Whip pineapple soft serve.

We also tried our hand at turtle watching on the North Shore beach, but the waves were high that day, and no turtles came ashore.

At 11 AM, we had lunch in Haleiwa. Our guide took us to the restaurant we wanted, and we had garlic shrimp at MACKY'S. The lemon pepper flavor was refreshing and highly recommended.

At noon, we dropped off the two participants from the valley horseback riding plan at Happy Trails, and we headed to Turtle Bay Resort, the seaside horseback riding point. Luckily, we spotted a whale from the car window during our drive!

Our horseback riding experience started at 12:30 PM, and during this time, it was just the two of us. We were lucky! I have some riding experience, but it was my mother's first time, so we decided to join this beginner-friendly plan. However, I found it a bit lacking for experienced riders since we weren't allowed to canter. Still, the scenery was beautiful with both bush and seaside views, so we could enjoy the atmosphere.

The ride was conducted at a walk to a brisk walk, which I think would be perfectly fine for beginners or those with little experience, and I was very satisfied with the content. There were some ups and downs along the way. The horses seemed well-trained, making them very easy to ride.

For the seaside horseback riding, the riding instructions were briefly explained by our guide/driver in the car, and there were none at the site. We were immediately assigned our horses and got on. Because of this, we had a solid 45 minutes of riding!

I think it was a great tour in terms of being able to enjoy horseback riding casually.

As a side note, one of the participants in the valley horseback riding fell off while dismounting and ended up muddy when we went to pick them up. For those going in the future, please enjoy yourselves without letting your guard down until the end!

母と２人で海辺乗馬プランに参加(1/20)しました。

この日の参加者は私たち海辺２人＋渓谷２人の計４人。

残念ながらモアナルアガーデンは工事中ということで立ち寄ることができず、今回は特別にワヒアワのヒーリングストーンに寄って、ドールプランテーションへ。しっかり滞在時間を取ってくださったので、名物のパイナップルソフトクリームのドールホイップをゆっくり食べることができました。
ノースショアのビーチでウミガメウォッチングにもチャレンジしましたが、この日は波が高くて浜辺に上がってくる奇亀はいませんでした。。
１１時にハレイワでランチ。希望のお店に連れて行ってくださったので、ＭＡＣＫＹ’Ｓでガーリックシュリンプを食べました。レモンペッパー味がさっぱりでおすすめです。
１２時に渓谷乗馬プランの２人をハッピートレイルズで降ろして、私たちは海岸乗馬ポイントであるタートルベイリゾートへ。移動中、運よく車窓からクジラが観測できました！

１２時３０分から乗馬体験。この時間帯は私たち２人の貸し切りでした。ラッキーです☆
私は乗馬経験者ですが、母は初体験でしたので、今回はこの初心者向けのプランに参加することにしたわけですが、やはりどーしても経験者には物足りないです。。駈歩はやらせてもらえませんからね。が、ブッシュあり海辺ありで、景色はとても良いので雰囲気だけは楽しめます。
常歩~速歩程度で行われるので、初めての人や経験の少ない人には問題なく、大満足の内容になってると思いました。わりとアップダウンはあります。馬はよく調教されているようでしたので、とても乗りやすかったです。
なお、海辺乗馬の場合は、乗馬の注意事項は車内でガイド兼運転手さんから簡単に説明があっただけで、現地ではまったくなし。いきなり馬がセレクトされ、騎乗する流れでした。その分、４５分しっかり乗れます！！

気軽に乗馬が楽しめる点においては、とても良いツアーだったと思います。

余談ですが、渓谷乗馬の１人が下馬する時に落ちてしまったそうで、迎えに行った時に泥んこになってました。これから行かれる方は最後まで気を抜かずに楽しんで来てください。

The trip was just amazing! Our guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable. Would go back and do this again! Can't believe the view! This is one of the few trips we will never forget!

I came to Hawaii for the first time in my life and experienced skydiving for the first time as well.

The day before, I explored Oahu, trying B-class gourmet food, watching a Polynesian show, and visiting the popular Ala Moana Shopping Center. I was hesitant about diving because it seemed scary. However, once I tried it, there was no comparison.

The clear blue sky, the beautiful ocean, the round Earth, and the free fall from 4,000 meters that I've never experienced before were all incredible. It was the best experience, even better than any attraction. I used to have a fear of heights, but the only scary moment was right before jumping; after that, I could fully enjoy the scenery.

However, the moment the parachute opened, I felt a strong pull that was quite painful, and I also experienced some parachute sickness.

Additionally, the transportation was disorganized, and I was made to sign a waiver without any explanation, leaving me unsure of when things would start after arriving, so I rated the staff's response ★★★.

But beyond that, you will experience something you’ve never had before, so if you come to Hawaii, make skydiving your top priority.

There are two diving companies. Insurance does not cover anything, and it's all at your own risk, but I recommend Pacific Skydiving Center.

P.S. Photos were $125, DVDs were $160, and both together were $190. It was worth more than the price, so I requested both.

生まれて初めてハワイに来て、生まれて初めてスカイダイビングを経験しました。

前日までは、オアフ島1周してB級グルメを食べたり、ポリネシアンショーをみたり、人気のアラモアナショッピングセンターに行ったりしました。ダイビングは怖いので迷っていました。しかし、やってみたら比べものになりません。

雲ひとつない真っ青な空、きれいな海、丸い地球、そして経験したことのない4000mからのフリーフォール。どんなアトラクションよりも最高です。私は高所恐怖症でしたが、飛ぶ瞬間だけが怖いだけであって、あとは景色を堪能できます。

ただ、パラシュートを開いた瞬間はかなり引っ張られて痛かったですし、パラシュート酔いもしました。

また、送り迎えの車が乱雑でしたし、誓約書を何も言わずに書かされたり、ついてからいつ始まるか分からない状態でしたので、スタッフの対応は★3つとさせていただきました。

でも、それ以上に味わったことがない事を体験しますので、ハワイに来たら真っ先にスカイダイビングをしてください。

あとダイビング会社が２つあります。保険は利かず全て自己責任ですが、パシフィックスカイダイビングセンターをおすすめします。

PS:写真は125ドル、DVDは160ドル、両方は190ドルでした。価格より価値がありましたので、両方をお願いしました。

Kauai Backcountry Adventures ROCK! We had so much fun we scheduled another trip later in the week and celebrated my birthday tubing! I will schedule this everytime I go to Kauai!

Last year, I participated alone. This time, I joined with my husband to relive that amazing experience.

Looking down at the Haleakalā Crater from 1,000 meters. It was a strange experience, feeling like I was in a silent world with no bird songs or sounds of the wind. I wondered if this is part of the Earth.

That day, since it was close to a full moon, the number of stars seemed slightly fewer, but I was amazed by the size of the moon. It was big and white, looking like I could reach out and touch it. With Mr. Yamauchi's large telescope, I could see the craters on the moon clearly. That was surprising too!

In the cold winter sky, I could sit in a chair with a blanket, warm clothing, gloves, a heat pack, and enjoy warm tea while observing. Listening to the BGM from the car while gazing at the stars, I couldn't stop my tears while listening to Mr. Yamauchi's stories. Even on the way back, the BGM chosen by Mr. Yamauchi plays. That's something to look forward to as well.

That feeling of awe can only be gained by participating in this tour. I hope many people can experience that emotion. It's a thoroughly accommodating tour for customers. I hope other tours will take note of this. (laughs)

Next time, I want to experience the summer night sky with my nephews and nieces.

For those participating in winter, it might be good to keep your feet warm. During the tour, you can enjoy donuts and a delicious, hearty bento, so you'll be well satisfied.

I also participated in a star tour on the Big Island, but it takes a long time to go to Mauna Kea and climb to about 4,200 meters, which makes me physically anxious, and there's a possibility of it being closed due to snow. You watch the sunset at the summit, and for actual star observation, you come down to about 2,800 meters, so you can observe from a higher place at Haleakalā.

昨年、私一人で参加しました。その時の感動を再度味わいたくて主人と参加しました。

1000ｍから見下ろすハレアカラクレーター。
鳥の鳴声・風の音すらしない無音の世界。これも地球の一部なのだろうかと不思議な体験をしました。

その日は、満月に近いために★の数は若干少なく感じましたが月の大きさにビックリしました。白くて大きく手が届きそうな月でした。
山内さんの大型望遠鏡で月のクレーターまではっきり見えたのです。これにも驚きでした！！

冬の寒空の中、椅子に座りひざ掛け、防寒義、手袋、カイロ、暖かいお茶を飲みながら観測できるのです。
★を眺めながら、車中から聞こえてくるBGM。山内さんのお話を聞きながら涙が止まりませんでした。
帰りの車中でも山内さんチョイスのBGMが流れます。これも楽しみですよ。

あの感動はこのツアーに参加をしないと得られないですね。
沢山の方に感動してもらいたいと思います。
お客様の為の至れり尽くせりツアーです。○○ツアーも見習ってもらいたいですね。（笑）


私も今度は、夏の夜空を甥や姪と体験したいです。

冬の参加の方は足元を暖かくされると良いかもしれません。
ツアー中はドーナツを食べたり、ボリュームたっぷりで美味しい幕の内弁当が出ますので満腹度もパッチリです。

ハワイ島の★ツアーも参加しましたが、長時間かけてマウナケアに行き4200m級の山へ登って行きますので体力的に不安ですし、雪でcloseになる可能性もあります。山頂でsunsetを見て、実際の★観測は2800ｍくらいの所まで降りてきますので、ハレアカラの方が高い場所で観測できますよ~~。

This was the only optional tour I booked during my first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. Our guide, Shinya, really energized everyone on the bus, making it enjoyable and keeping us engaged. I was a bit worried about altitude sickness, but I managed to get through it without feeling too unwell.

The weather was surprisingly good for this time of year, and the temperature wasn't too low, allowing for great observations.

Recommendations:
- Dress warmly. They do provide outerwear, but it can still get cold after a long time, so it's best to go fully prepared, including a hat.
- Don't forget to bring water and some sweet snacks like chocolate. While water is provided, I think it's a good idea to bring your own as well.

I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

初めてのハワイ島旅行で、唯一申し込んだオプショナルツアーでした。
ガイドの「しんやさん」が、バスの中の皆を盛り上げてくれて、飽きずに楽しむことができました。高山病の配慮もしてくれて、ちょっと心配していたのですがそれ程不調にならずに過ごせました。
この時期にしては！？天気も良くて気温もそれ程低くなくいい状態での観測ができました。

おススメ
？暖かい格好をしていく事
　※上下防寒具は貸していただけますが、やっぱり長時間は寒いですので帽子も含めて完全防備で行ったほうがいいです。
？水分とチョコレートなどの甘いものの持参を忘れずに。
　※水はついていますが、持参していくといいと思います。

また機会があったら参加したいです。

This was my first visit to the Big Island for our honeymoon. My husband, who usually doesn't have many requests for trips, had one wish: he wanted to visit the mountain with the observatory if we were going to Hawaii! To fulfill that wish, I booked the Mauna Kea summit tour with Masashi.

As a result, my husband was extremely satisfied! Although he usually doesn't talk much, on the way back, he was sitting next to the guide and chatting away, which made me happy to see how much he enjoyed it. I believe this was all thanks to the guide, who took great care of the participants' health and provided warm clothing. Thank you very much!!!

The sunset at the summit and the stargazing a little further down were perfect for honeymooners, creating a wonderful atmosphere.

I had done my homework by reading experience reports (I wore Heattech and brought a fleece and scarf), so we were able to fully enjoy both activities. If you want to make the most of this tour, it's best to dress appropriately.

Dinner was around 4:30 PM, and we returned to the hotel around 9:30 to 10 PM, so I recommend preparing a light snack the day before.

Stargazing can vary depending on the season, time, and moon phase, so this is a tour I would love to visit again multiple times. Thank you!

ハネムーンで初めてのハワイ島訪問でした。
旅行に関してあまりリクエストのない夫でしたが、ハワイ島に行くなら天文台のある山に行きたい！という唯一の願いを叶えるため、マサシのマウナケア山頂ツアーに申し込みました。
結果、夫は大満足！
普段口数は少ないのに、帰りのバスではガイドさんの隣席でいろいろ話を聞いたりして、よっぽど楽しかったんだとこちらまで嬉しくなりました。
それも全て、参加者へのきっちりした体調管理や温かい防寒着を貸してくださったガイドさんのおかげだと思います。
ありがとうございました！！！
山頂での夕日、そして少し下へ降りての星空観測はムード満点でハネムーナーにもぴったりでした♪

体験談を読んだりして事前準備（ヒートテックを着込み、フリースとマフラーを持って行きました）をしっかりしていたので、どちらもたっぷり時間をかけて楽しめました。このツアーを堪能したい方は、万全の恰好で行ったほうがいいですよ。

晩ご飯のお弁当が４時半ごろ、ホテルに帰るのが９時半から１０時ごろとなるので、ちょっとした夜食を前日に用意しておくこともお勧めします。

星空観測は季節や時間、月齢などで見え方が変わるので、また何度も訪れたいと思うツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。

This was the best! I traveled with my teenage daugher and 9 year old son and we had a wonderful family experience! Kristin (our guide) is the BEST! Kristin brought the whole group together as one big family! She made sure everyone had a great time and pointed out many interesting plants and species in the rainforest. She was amazing with my son and helped him with the rope swings - All of us would definitely do this event again!!!!

It was the tour I expected.
There seem to be other options for stargazing tours in Maui, but I recommend this one for anyone other than those who prioritize cost. Also, if you're looking for a tour aimed at Japanese participants at a similar price point, I highly recommend this one.
We participated as a family, and they were very kind to my 4-year-old child, who could join for free.
Not only was the content great, but I believe the biggest charm is the personality of our guide, Mr. Yamauchi.
Additionally, the bento provided with this tour was the best in taste and volume among the Japanese bento I've had overseas.

期待通りのツアーでした。
マウイでの星空ツアーは他にも選択肢があるようですが、とにかく経済性という方以外にはこちらをお奨めします。又、同程度の金額の日本人向けツアーなら尚更こちらがお奨めです。
今回は家族で参加で、無料での参加となる4歳の子供にも大変親切にしていただきました。
内容もさることながら、やはりガイドの山内さんのお人柄が最大の魅力と思います。
更に付け加えると、こちらのツアーにつくお弁当は今まで海外で食べたことのある和食弁当の中で最高の味とボリュームでした。

I participated in the tour on December 20th. That morning, an incredible thunderstorm suddenly appeared on the Big Island, bringing hail and knocking down trees, making it a very rare weather day.

Unfortunately, due to the storm, we experienced a phenomenon where 30 cm of snow fell in just 30 minutes, which led to road closures, preventing us from reaching the summit. However, thanks to our guide Shinya's entertaining Yoshimoto-style talk, we were able to enjoy the tour in the vehicle without a moment of silence and had a great time!

Of course, we also made sure to observe the starry sky from a high point on the mountain, where Shinya provided fascinating explanations of the countless stars.

Since we couldn't see a moonbow this time, I hope to challenge myself to spot one during my next visit to the Big Island, aiming for a full moon.

Shinya, please continue to provide fun tours with your Yoshimoto-style talks. I look forward to seeing beautiful photos as well!

12月20日のツアーに参加させていただきました。当日午前中は凄まじいサンダーストームが突如ハワイ島に出現し、ヒョウが降ったり、木がなぎ倒されたりで、大変珍しい気象の日でありました。

残念ながらそのストームにより30分で30cmもの雪が降る、という現象が発生し、ロードクローズとなってしまったため山頂まで行くことはできませんでしたが、ガイドのしんやさんの吉本トークでツアー車中に笑いが途切れることはなく大変楽しく過ごさせていただくことができました！
もちろん、目的の星空観測もできるだけ山の高い位置で、としっかり配慮していただいて満天の星を面白く解説していただけました。

今回はムーンボーは見ることができませんでしたから、次回ハワイ島を訪れる機会があったら満月の狙ってムーンボー確認に挑戦したいと思っています。

しんやさん、これからも吉本トークで楽しいツアーを続けてください。きれいな写真にも期待しています。

This time, I participated in this tour for horseback riding. It includes sightseeing at "This Tree, What Tree" and the North Shore, so it feels like a good deal. On the day of the tour, there were three groups with eight people, all of whom went horseback riding in the valley. It was a homey tour, and we were able to bond with the other participants.

Now, let me comment on the main horseback riding experience. It was our first time riding. I was a bit anxious because it was mentioned in the previous posts that the riding lecture would be in English. Happy Train is a small ranch run by a couple, and they explained everything with great enthusiasm using gestures, so it was easy to understand. In fact, the horses were well-trained, and we didn't need to give any commands at all.

We rode along a hilly mountain path, with the ranch's wife leading the way in a single file. The husband followed at the back. The ranch's dog (a Border Collie) also came along. It was mostly in the forest, and surprisingly, it wasn't too hot. There were a couple of spots where the view opened up, and we could see the sea of the North Shore. Since the horses are polo-style, we held the reins with one hand, allowing us to take photos (with a compact camera) with the other hand. The ranch staff also took photos for us along the way, so definitely bring a camera. I brought a waist pouch, but you can also borrow one.

The horses were really well-trained and walked in a straight line. They stopped automatically when the horse in front stopped, which made it quite easy. My wife's horse was unique, as it tended to walk on the edges and even pushed into the bushes at times... but that was quite funny.

I think even a six-year-old would be fine with this. However, since they are animals, one must not let their guard down, and we had to sign a waiver.

An hour and a half passed in no time. The ranch's wife shared various stories about the trees and nature while we were riding, and I really wished I could speak more English.

So, while experienced riders might find it a bit lacking, I believe it is a fantastic activity for beginners or those like us trying it for the first time. Both my wife and I consider this the number one memory of our trip to Hawaii.

今回、乗馬目的でこのツアーに参加しました。「この木なんの木」やノースショアの観光もついているのでお得感はあります。当日の参加者は３グループ８人で、全員渓谷での乗馬でした。アットホームなツアーで参加者で打ち解けることができました。
メインの乗馬についてコメントします。わたしたちにとって初めての乗馬です。あらかじめこちらの書き込みで乗馬のレクチャーは英語でと書かれていたので不安もありました。ハッピートレインは夫婦でやっておられる小さい牧場なのですが、夫婦が一生懸命に手振り身振りを交えながらレクチャーしてくださるのでよくわかりました。というより、馬がよく調教されていて、こちらが指示する必要がまったくなかったです。
アップダウンが結構ある山道を牧場の奥さんを先頭に一列になって進んでいきます。旦那さんが最後尾で付いてくれます。牧場の犬（ボーダーコリー）もついて来ていました。ほとんど森林の中で思ったより暑くなかったです。２か所ほど視界が開けていてノースショアの海が見えました。ポロスタイルの馬ですので片手で手綱を持ちますのでもう片方の手で写真（コンパクトカメラで）を撮ることができます。また牧場の方が途中で写真を撮ってくれますので是非カメラを持参してください。わたしはウエストポーチを持って行きましたが、貸してももらえます。
本当によく調教されていて一列できっちり歩いてくれます。前が止まると勝手に止まってくれますし、ちょっと物足りないくらい楽でした。妻の馬だけユニークな馬で、はしっこばかり歩いたり、ブッシュに突っ込んでいくとかありましたが…。それはそれで大笑いでした。
これなら、６歳の子でも大丈夫だと思います。しかし、動物のことですので油断は禁物ですし誓約書も書かされます。
１時間半あっというまに時間が経ちました。牧場の奥さんが乗馬中も色々と木や自然の話をしてくださるので、もっと英語が話せたらよかったとつくづく思いました。
ということで乗馬の経験者の方には少し物足りないと思いますが、わたしたちのような初挑戦や、初心者の方には大満足のアクティビティだと思います。妻も私も今回のハワイ旅行の思い出ナンバー１です。

I have participated in dolphin tours abroad twice in the past, but unfortunately, I never got to see any dolphins. This time, there was no sign of them for a while, and I started to feel anxious... But finally, I encountered about ten dolphins! I was able to swim with them (although it was quite tough since dolphins swim very fast...). I also got close enough to touch a sea turtle. It was a really fun experience.

過去に2回、海外でイルカツアーに参加したのですが、残念ながら会えたことがありませんでした。今回もしばらくは全く気配なし。もしや...と不安に思った頃、ついに10頭くらいのイルカと遭遇! イルカについて泳ぐことができました(ただ、イルカは泳ぐのが速いので、かなりつらかったです...)。また、海ガメにも触れられるくらい近くまで行きました。とっても楽しい経験ができました。

After a brief explanation of horseback riding, we set off. The horse's pace is very slow, making it safe for children to participate. We enjoyed views of the ocean in the distance and visited locations used for filming, such as Jurassic Park. However, during the two-hour course, the horse seemed quite tired towards the end, which made me feel really sorry for it.

簡単な乗馬の説明ののち、いざ出発。馬の歩みは非常に遅いため、子供でも安全に参加できます。海を遠くに眺めたり、ジュラシックパークなどのロケに使われたところを回ったりします。ただ、2時間コースだと、馬がかなり最後の方はパテ気味で、とても申し訳ない気分になってしまいました。

From being collected from and dropped of at our hotel, our guide Jeremy made us feel entirely comfortable and at home.
We are intermediate riders and did not find the ride exceptionally challenging.
However having said that, the ride was quite spectacular with some breath taking views. We found our guide to be informative, professional and knowledgeable.
His understanding of the history, culture and inhabitants of Oahu and what pertained to the area in which we were riding, was quite intriguing.
We would highly recommend this activity to beginners and intermediate riders alike.
When we return next year we will most definitely be taking the ride again.
Thank You once again, it was a lot of fun.

I saw a sunset from an elevation much higher than Mount Fuji, and such a beautiful starry sky for the first time in my life! I was extremely satisfied.

The sky was clear with no moon, allowing me to fully enjoy the wonderful transition from dusk to night. I was worried about the cold, but the wind at the summit was unusually weak that day. My hands and feet got cold, but thanks to my warm clothing, I was able to endure being outside for a long time.

Our guide, Shinya, was knowledgeable about stars and the Big Island of Hawaii, and he shared many fascinating stories. I definitely want to go on the same tour again someday to see the amazing sky views.

富士山よりもずっと高い標高からの夕焼けと、あんなに美しい星空は、生まれて初めて見ました！大満足です。
スッキリ晴れて月もなかったので、夕暮れ~夜の素晴らしい空を、存分に楽しむことができました。
寒さを心配していましたが、当日の山頂は珍しく風が弱く、手足は冷たくなりましたが、長時間外にいても防寒着のおかげで絶えることができました。
担当ガイドのしんやさんは、星のことも、ハワイ島のことも、博識で、大変興味深い話を沢山してくださいました。是非またいつか、同じツアーで、素晴らしい空の景色を見に行きたいと思います。

The tour was excellent and the guide had a lot of passion for what he does, so it was kind of contagious. He told us a lot of interesting stories making the trip very entertain. Dinner was very good and they provide us with coats and globes which we really needed. Then we had a second stop to explain to us about the telescopes and what is being measured. Finally we arrived at the top. I must admit I got very sick, but the guide had warned us that it could happen and recommended to sit on the floor. That is exactly what I did. I didn’t like the feeling at all, but I saw the most beautiful sunset that I have ever seen so it was worth the bad 5 minutes feeling LOL but I wouldn’t recommend it to people with heart problems. After the breath taking view we went down and watch the starts through a telescope. The guide explained a lot of things I didn’t know. I am not very knowledgeable about astronomy but I really learned a lot and enjoy the time. I will definitely recommend it as a must see

Although I was unable to see the long-awaited sunset due to the clouds, I was still deeply moved by the ever-changing sunlight (I even got to see the "angel's ladder"), the majestic mountains, and the starry sky. When I gaze at the sunset from Japan, I can't help but think that someone else is probably watching the same sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea... I would love to visit again next year.

雲があったため、残念ながら念願の夕日を見ることはできませんでしたが、それでも刻々と変わっていく太陽光（天使のはしごも見ることができました）、雄大な山、そして満点の星空に触れることができ、本当に感動を頂きました。日本から夕日を眺めると、今日も誰かがﾏｳﾅｹｱの山頂から同じ夕日を見ているんだろうな・・・なんて考えてしまいます。来年、また訪れたいです。

The 4 of us had a ball at the ranch. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Frenchi and Butch were great with us. Also liked the way riders were paired to the horses. Had my 50th birthday on your island and at the end of the ride I was the last to dismount due to friends signing Happy Birthday to me. Was a BIG highlight of our trip. Thanks again.

The 2-hour excursion with lunch was outstanding. The scenery of the entire East side of Maui, from Haleakala through Kahului to the three waterfalls of Mt. Eke was breathtaking. The opportunity for the horses to trot & gallop was a pleasant surprise that I was not expecting. The Paniolo lunch of barbecue chicken & ribs was very delicious.

Thanks for the experience!!!

Den

Ok a little slow.

We were blessed with great weather, making it the best tour. Dinner at the Onizuka Visitor Center turned into a fun hiking experience thanks to the lovely weather. The sunset was more beautiful than I imagined. Thanks to the staff's attentive service, I was able to fully enjoy the summit of Mauna Kea without experiencing any altitude sickness.

お天気に恵まれたので最高のツアーなりました。
オニヅカビジターセンターでの夕食も良い御天気のおかげで楽しいハイキングのようになりました。
サンセットは想像以上に美しかったです。
スタッフの人のきめ細かい対応のおかげで高山病にも全くならずにマウナケア山頂を満喫できました。

Very unique experience - and a great time! I would not recommend this to people older than 75 as there are a few areas where you can potentially fall out of your tube. Its a blast though - we had a lot of fun!!

While the shear beauty of the valley is worth the trip out to Waipio, our guide made the day a special one. He was funny, knowledgeable and a pretty good photographer. We brought home some great memories and the pictures to keep them fresh. The ride was pretty tame, which was fine for us. The horses were gentle and the pace was leisurely and relaxing.

I had a great time. The staff was very accommodating, and I was able to participate comfortably. The sunset and stargazing experience is definitely recommended! It's something you can't experience in Japan, and it's truly moving, so I hope many people get to see it. They also lent us down jackets and gloves, and provided warm drinks. I'm really glad I was able to experience this on my last night in Maui.

とっても楽しめました。
スタッフの方の対応も良くて、気持ちよく参加できました。
サンセット＆星空観測は絶対おススメです！
日本では絶対体験できないことだし、感動モノなので是非たくさんの方にも見てほしい。
ダウンジャケットや手袋も貸してくれて、あたたかい飲み物も用意してくれました。
マウイ最後の夜に体験できたのでホント良かったです。

It seems that the weather was rough for Hawaii, and we couldn't see the sunset from the summit, but the staff stayed until the last moment. After that, we received detailed explanations while using telescopes for stargazing, and we thoroughly enjoyed the star-filled sky.

ハワイにしては天候が荒れていたようで、山頂からのサンセットは見ることができませんでしが、スタッフの方はギリギリまで粘ってくれました。
その後は、望遠鏡を使った星空観測など詳しい解説を頂き、満天の星空は大変楽しめました。

This was my first time renting a van for sightseeing, and it was amazing! The driver taught us various things and seemed to have a hard time accommodating our requests, but he handled everything with a smile, and we were very satisfied.

今回初めてバンを貸し切っての観光をしましたが、最高でした！ドライバーの方もいろいろなことを教えてくれながら私たちのわがままを聞いてもらい大変だったように思いますが、笑顔で対応してくれとても満足しました。

I go to Hawaii every year for a work trip. I always participate in horseback riding, and this time I enjoyed a long ride. However, it was disappointing that the instructor only spoke English, so I couldn't communicate. I feel that if we could have conversed, it would have made for an even more enjoyable holiday.

毎年ハワイへ職場の旅行で行っています。その中乗馬は欠かさず参加していますが、今回は長時間の乗馬が出来て楽しかったです。ですが、インストラクターが英語のみだったのでコミュニケーションが出来ずに残念でした。会話ができればもっと楽しい休日をおくれたように思います。

We participated as a couple. On the day we joined, there were a total of 11 people in 5 groups. The driver entertained us with various stories until we reached the North Shore. We stopped by the Dole Plantation, which had many original products, and we had a great time even without shopping.

Although lunch was served quite early, around 10:30, all participants were surprised and said, "Already??" However, for us, who hadn't had breakfast, it was just the right time. Since it was Sunday, there was a food stall selling Huli Huli chicken, so we had lunch there. Nearby, there was also a famous shaved ice shop, allowing us to enjoy ourselves thoroughly before heading to horseback riding.

When we arrived at the ranch for horseback riding, the instructions were only in English, which was a bit confusing, but the ranch staff did their best to explain in English, so we were able to enjoy horseback riding throughout. Unlike Japanese ranches, we could ride for 90 minutes, which was very satisfying. I definitely want to participate again on my trip to Hawaii in two years, but since lunch costs are not included, I hope the tour price will be around $80 to $100.

夫婦二人で参加しました。
私たちが参加した日は、５グループ合計１１人でした。
ドライバーさんはノースショアーへ着くまで、色々な話で楽しませてくれました。
途中ドールプランテーションへ寄りましたが、オリジナル商品が沢山あり、買い物しなくても楽しめました。
１０時半過ぎという早い時間に昼食となりましたが、参加者全員が「もう？？」と驚いていましたが、朝食を取っていなかった私たちにはちょうど良い時間でした。
日曜日ということもあり、フリフリチキンの屋台が出ていたので、私たちはそちらでランチにしました。
近くには有名なかき氷屋さんもあり乗馬へ行くまでも存分に楽しむことができました。
乗馬する牧場(～!)へ着くと、英語のみの説明になり、戸惑いましたが、牧場のお母さんが英語ながら一生懸命説明してくれたので、終始楽しく乗馬できました。
日本の牧場と違い９０分も乗馬できるので、非常に満足できます。
再来年のハワイ旅行でも是非参加したいと思いますが、昼食代などが含まれていないので、ツアー代金が８０~１００ドルほどになると良いなと思いました。

After reading about how wonderful the Waipio Valley Ride was, I was excited to go. I have shown horses for over 20 years and know my way around a horse. When we arrived at the stables, and, yes, the road into the valley was an experience to be had, I was very disappointed in the quality of the horses. I over heard one worker state that most of the horses were lame.

The ride itself was peaceful and the scenery was beautiful. The guide took us on public roads and down a short stream; the actual ride was about 1 1/2 hours long. My horse was pleasant to ride and knew his job.

The guides were okay but spent a great deal of time talking with locals or riding off on their own. Several times very inexperienced riders were left by themselves and seemed very uncomfortable; I would not be surprised if their experience was not a good one. I am glad nothing bad happened but it easily could have.

I would do this activity again but probably with another operator.