All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

Meeting a large mother and baby whale was truly moving. At the same time, I thought about how the approaching boats must be a nuisance for the mother whale caring for her newborn, which left me with somewhat mixed feelings. What is the ideal way for modern humans to connect with the natural world? While we understand this in our daily lives, we often don’t think deeply about it. I realized that we need to reconsider the power of humans and civilization that has even pushed the largest mammals in Earth's history, the whales, to the brink of extinction.

A beautiful world should remain beautiful.
A wonderful nature should remain as it is.
This tour taught me the preciousness of simply connecting lives.

大きなクジラの親子に会えたのはやはり感動がありました
と同時に生まれたばかりの子供の世話をしているお母さんクジラにとってはボートで近づいてくる人間は迷惑なんだろうなと思い、少々複雑な感情にもなりました。
自然界と現代人の繋がりかたの理想とはどんなものなのか。普段の生活では理解していても深くは考えないものですが、地球史上最大の哺乳類と言われるクジラさえも絶滅の危機に追いやってしまった人間の力、文明の威力を改めて考える必要があると実感しました。
綺麗な世界が綺麗なままで。
素晴らしい自然がありのままで。
命をただ繋ぐ尊さを教えてもらったツアーでした。

The event was held four times a week, and the schedule worked out well. At the opening, the ceremony where King Kamehameha's group solemnly landed on the ship really enhanced the atmosphere, which was great. The buffet-style food was well-managed by the staff, allowing guests to fill their plates without waiting in line, and during the wait, we could enjoy drinks while watching a mini-show, which was nice. The menu was clearly introduced on the website in advance, featuring many local Hawaiian ingredients and dishes, and the taste was excellent. The hula dance and fire show performed by the young male and female artists were beautiful and impressive. It was a satisfying show.

週4回の開催で日程がうまくとれた。
オープニングで、船に乗ってカメハメハ大王一団が厳かに上陸するセレモニーが雰囲気を盛り上げてくれ、よかった。
バイキング形式のお料理は、係員がお客を上手に案内して並ばずに盛り込め、待ち時間中はミニショーを見ながらドリンクがいただけてよかった。お料理の内容も事前にウエブで紹介されわかりやすく、ハワイ特産の素材、料理が多く、味もよかった。
フラダンス、ファイアーショーは演技者の若者男女、美しく、かっこよかった。満足いくショーでした。

I was satisfied to see them jumping and swimming with their families up close! It would be nice if we could choose items like a ballpoint pen or a T-shirt instead of a revenge ticket. The revenge is quite difficult.

かなり近くでジャンプや親子連れで泳ぐ姿も見れて満足！リベンジ券ではなく、ボールペンやTシャツかを選べると良い。リベンジはかなり難しい。

I was planning to go to the dream destination of Mauna Kea and was searching for a summit optional tour when I learned about the closure of the access road, which was shocking. However, while reading the website of Masashi's Nature School, I found out that it reopened for a limited time at the end of December, so I checked the date of the new moon and made a reservation.

The tour was more thoughtful than I expected. Starting with the pickup service, the shio-no-no bento, winter clothing, and above all, the detailed explanation of the starry sky, along with the revolutionary option to download photos that we wouldn't be able to take well ourselves later on. Of course, the best part was the wonderful personality of the guide. It seems that the staff of this tour is making a significant effort to become specialists not only in stargazing but also in Hawaiian tourism. I would love to participate in tours that offer experiences we can't have on our own on the Big Island. Thank you very much!

憧れのマウナケアへ行こうと思い、山頂オプショナルツアーを探しているとき、アクセス道路の閉鎖を知りショッ受けていたのですが、マサシのネイチャースクールのホームページを読んでいると、12月末に期間限定で開通したのを知り、新月の日を調べて申し込みました。
ツアーは予想以上に気配りのあるものでした。送迎に始まり、しおのの幕の内弁当、防寒着、そしてなにより、星空の詳しい説明、あと自分たちではうまく撮影出来ないであろう写真を後でダウンロードできるという画期的なものでした。もちろんガイドさんの人柄の良さが一番でした。こちらのツアーのスタッフの皆さんがかなり星空だけではなくハワイの観光においてスペシャリストになるよう努力されているようです。また、ハワイ島で自分たちでは経験できないようなツアーがあれば参加したいと思います。本当にありがとうございました。

First of all, I want to say that if you have the chance, don't hesitate to go! They take you gradually to help you acclimate to avoid altitude sickness, and along the way, they stop at supermarkets and souvenir shops to share recommendations.

A sunset above the clouds is something you rarely get to see. It was so moving that it wrapped me in silence and made me forget my daily life as time flowed slowly. After that, we were treated to a sky full of stars. The constellations were clearly visible, and countless stars spread across the sky. Fortunately, I even saw a shooting star. Unfortunately, I couldn't capture it on my phone, but the surprise of looking up is unforgettable. I recommend bringing a camera if you want to take photos.

And above all, the thoughtful care and entertaining, educational talk from our guide, Yama-P, were also highlights of this tour! Even though we were all strangers, we became friends. I finished the tour with a warm feeling and would love to go again.

まず初めに。
機会があるなら迷わず行ってください！と言いたいです。
高山病にならないように徐々に慣らしながら連れて行ってもらえる上、途中でスーパーやお土産屋さんに立ち寄ってオススメを教えてくれます♡

雲の上のサンセットなんて、そうそう見れるものではなく、静寂に包まれてゆっくりとした時間が流れ、日常を忘れさせてくれるほど感動しました。
その後は満点の星空。
クッキリと星座が見れ、無数の星が空いっぱいに広がります。ラッキーなことに流れ星も見えましたよ。
残念ながら携帯では撮れなかったですが、見上げたときの驚きは忘れられないです。
写真を撮りたい方はカメラ持参をお勧めします。
そして何より、ガイドの山Pの細やかな気遣いと面白く勉強になるトーク！これもまたこのツアーの醍醐味ですよ！
知らない方ばかりですが、みーんな仲良くなれます。温かい気持ちでツアーを終えました。
何度でも行きたいです。

The weather on the day was cloudy, and we couldn't reach the summit, but fortunately, we were able to see the sunset from near the top through the gaps in the clouds. The stargazing around 2000 meters was also amazing. Tomo's guidance was clear, and it was evident that he worked hard to ensure our satisfaction. Additionally, since the tour was affected by the bad weather, we received a half-price gift voucher for the next tour.

I would like to challenge myself again at a good time to see the sunset and the starry sky from the summit. Tomo, I look forward to it!

当日の天候は、雲が厚く山頂まで登ることができませんでしたが運よく、山頂付近でサンセットを雲の合間から見ることができました。2000ｋｍ付近での星空観測もサイコーでした。トモさんのガイドもわかりやすく私たちに満足させる為に一生懸命さが伝わりました。また、このツアーが天候不順の為満足させられなかったと次回の為にツアー半額ギフト券も頂きました。
もう一度、山頂からのサンセットと星空が見れるよういい時期にチャレンジしたいです。トモさん、その節は宜しく！

Uncle Kevin was truely an amazing bus driver/tour guide! Made the day feel as though you were a local :). Amazing commentary and local facts. A whole range of activities to choose from and by far was the best taking a surf lesson on the north shore!

Great time would do it again. The only thing I would change is some of the items on the menu.

Naddy was awesome guide..we r happy n njoyed ..

breakfast is was yummy

As it was my first time overseas and my first time in Hawaii, I was filled with anxiety, so I joined a tour with a Japanese guide. The tour guide provided very thorough explanations about the local conditions and what I needed to be careful about, along with the reasons for it, which helped me participate in the tour with a solid mindset.

As a result, even though it was my first time at an altitude of over 4,000 meters, I didn't feel unwell and was able to fully enjoy the tour. Fortunately, the tour included a climb to the summit of Mauna Kea, and although there were some clouds, I was able to see a beautifully clear starry sky, which made me very satisfied.

I have participated in stargazing tours domestically a few times, but the guide's explanations were very interesting, and I enjoyed this stargazing experience more than any I had attended before. While the altitude and temperature at the summit are not something you can easily access, and there is a possibility that you might not see beautiful scenery depending on the weather, I felt that this tour is definitely worth the challenge. Thank you to the tour guide for a wonderful time.

初めての海外、初めてのハワイで不安だらけだったため、日本語ガイドのツアーに参加しました。
ツアーガイドの方の説明がとても丁寧で、現地の状況や、どういったことに気をつけなければならないのか、理由も付けて説明していただいたため、このツアーでの心構えをしっかり持って参加することが出来ました。
その結果、人生初の標高4000m以上でしたが、特に具合も悪くならずツアーを満喫することが出来ました。
ツアー内容としては、ラッキーなことにマウナケア山頂まで登ることができ、また星空もやや雲はかかっていましたが十分綺麗な星空を見ることもでき、とても満足しました。
国内ですが、別のツアーで星空観測をしたことも何度かありますが、ガイドの方の説明がとても興味深く、今まで参加した星空観測よりも楽しめました。
山頂の標高や気温など気軽に行けるものではないですが、また天候次第では綺麗な景色が見れない可能性もありますが、それでもチャレンジする価値のあるツアーだと感じました。
ツアーガイドさん、楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

You shouldn't have overly high expectations, as you won't be able to take flashy whale photos like those seen in tour advertisements. Also, the breakfast is similar to that of a budget hotel, so it might be best not to include it in your plan.

ツアー写真のような派手な鯨の写真は撮れませんので過度な期待は持たない方が良いですね。
また朝食も格安ビザナスホテルの朝食みたいな感じなのでプランに含まなくても良いかと

There was a Japanese guide, and we were able to tour the facilities smoothly. However, there is something disappointing. We were made to have lunch at 1 PM, and dinner was at 4 PM. We were not informed about this in advance...

日本人の案内人がいて、スムーズに施設を見学することができました。
しかし、残念な事があります。13時に昼食を取らされて、夕食は16時にされてしまいました。そんなことは、事前に知らせていませんでしたが…

I participated in a 2-hour mountain bike course. I was very worried about the weather after arriving in Hawaii, but I was able to join the tour without getting rained on☆

There were three cheerful foreign tour conductors, a foreign couple, a solo foreign participant, a Japanese couple, and our group, making a total of about 15 people biking around the island. Since I wasn't used to riding at first, it was great that they provided ample practice time.

It felt like we were touring movie locations, as there were famous spots used in movies like Jurassic Park and Jumanji, which would definitely excite those familiar with the films! ^ ^

Once we went to a slightly elevated area, we were greeted with stunning views, and the surroundings were filled with nature, allowing us to feel the negative ions!

The tour conductors were very nice, possibly because our group was showing such great enthusiasm! Even if you don't understand English, communication is totally possible! They took a lot of photos for us and were very kind.

The hotel pickup started around 10 AM, and we returned to Waikiki before 4 PM, so we had a lot of fun! The kids in our group also praised it as the most enjoyable part of this trip☆

It's definitely best to wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and that are easy to move in! You might want to think that you will get dirty regardless of whether it rains or not. ^ ^

マウンテンバイクの2時間コースに参加しました。
ハワイに到着してからお天気がとても心配でしたが、雨に振られることなくツアーに参加できました☆

陽気な外人ツアーコンダクターが3人、外国人夫婦？とお一人様参加の外国人と、日本人夫婦と私たちグループで計15名ほどで島をマウンテンバイクで走るというものでした。
最初は乗りなれてないものなので、しっかり練習時間も設けてくれていたので良かったです。

映画のロケ地を巡る感じだったので、要所要所にジュラシックパークやジュマンジなどといった有名映画で使われた跡などもあり、映画をご存知の方であれば興奮度も増すのではないでしょうか？^ ^

少し小高い場所へ行ったらとても素晴らしい景色が溢れていたり、周りが本当に自然だらけでマイナスイオンを感じられます！

ツアーコンダクターの方も私たちのグループがとびきりいい反応を見せていたからか良くしてくれました！
英語が分からなくてもコミュニケーションは全然とれます！
写真もたくさん撮っていただいて優しかったです笑

朝10時ごろにホテルのピックアップが始まり、ワイキキに帰ってきたのも16時前とかだったので、だいぶ楽しめました！
一緒にいたグループの子たちも今回の旅で1番楽しかったと絶賛しています☆

服装は確かに汚れてもいい服、動きやすい服で行くのが1番です！
雨が降る降らないに関係なく汚れると思ったほうがいいかもですね^ ^

I woke up early with the kids and was excited to go.

I had heard that the captain would let us know if there were whales, but I couldn't understand in English, so I hurried to follow everyone else. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any whales. It's a natural occurrence, so I understand, but I started to think that maybe I don't need to try again.

However, the staff was kind, and the boat was wonderful!

子供達と朝早起きしてワクワクしていきました。

くじらがいたら、キャプテンがお知らせしてくれると聞いていたけど
英語で分からず、皆が動く方へ急いでついて行ったけど
くじらの姿は見れなくて残念でした。
自然のものなので、仕方ないけど
リベンジはもういいかなって思ってしまいました

でもスタッフさんは親切で素敵な船でした！

We gathered in the morning and took a bus to the dock. The boat was large and impressive, and it was great that it didn't sway much. Fortunately, we encountered a pod of whales several times. Although we were a bit far from them, we could definitely feel their presence, which was very fulfilling. It seems that the encounter rate is high, so I think it's worth going during whale season.

朝集合し、バスで船着場から船へ。大きくて立派な船で、そんな揺れもなくてよかったです。
幸いクジラの群れに何度も遭遇できました。船からの距離は少し離れていたものの、その存在はしっかり感じられて、充実感がありました^_^
遭遇率も高いようなので、クジラのシーズンには行って損はないと思います。

It was absolutely amazing! The exhilaration of cycling while enjoying the magnificent scenery was unbeatable! Our guide led the way and was always attentive, which made us feel safe. We stopped along the way to take lots of fun photos! Our guide spoke a little Japanese, which was great. This became the best memory of our trip to Hawaii. Thank you!

最高に良かったです！壮大な景色を見ながら自転車で駆け抜ける爽快感がたまりません！
ガイドさんを先頭に進んでいくのですが、常に気にかけてくれるので安心でした。途中で止まって楽しい写真もたくさん撮ってくれました！
私達のガイドさんは少し日本語が話せる方でよかったです(^^)
今回のハワイ旅行で一番の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました！

We boarded a large ship and headed offshore from Honolulu. We could see the Honolulu skyline and Diamond Head, and we searched for whales at a distance quite close to the land.

When a whale is spotted, there’s an announcement on the ship saying, “There it is at the direction of ◯ o'clock,” so we can move smoothly. (laugh)

In the first half, the whales were so far away that we couldn’t see them at all without binoculars, and I wasn’t excited at all. However, in the second half, suddenly two whales came close to the ship! I was thrilled to see them spouting water and their fins with the naked eye! I felt the grandeur of nature. I highly recommend it! 😊

大きな船に乗ってホノルルの沖合へ。
普通にホノルルのビル群や、
ダイヤモンドヘッドが見える、
陸からかなり近い距離でくじらを探します。

見つかったら船内アナウンスで、
◯時の方向にいますよー
って放送があるので、
スムーズに移動しましょう。笑

前半はまったく近くに見えず、
双眼鏡が必要なレベルの遠い距離にいるだけで、
まったくテンション上がりませんでした。
しかし、後半になって、急に二頭のクジラが
船のそばへ！
肉眼で潮を吹く様子や、ヒレが見えて感動！
自然の雄大さを感じました。
とてもオススメです(^^)

It was my first whale watching cruise. Since you can't guarantee a sighting, I was nervous, but I'm glad we were able to see them safely.

We didn't see the spectacular jumps like in the photos, but a baby whale popped its head up several times, and it was very cute. I wonder if it was practicing its jumps?

The cruise was longer than I expected, and even if we hadn't seen any whales, I think I would have been fully satisfied just enjoying the beautiful sea and scenery of Hawaii.

By the way, we took the bus from our hotel in Honolulu to the meeting point, and even as a first-time bus rider in Hawaii, I arrived safely. However, the bus frequency is low, so be careful with the timing.

Next time, I hope to see some impressive jumps!

初めてのホエールウォッチングクルーズでした。必ず見れるわけではないので、ドキドキでしたが、無事に見れて良かったです。
写真で見るような豪快なジャンプは見れませんでしたが、赤ちゃんクジラが何度も顔を出してくれて、とても可愛かったです。ジャンプの練習してたのかな？
思ったよりクルージングも長く、もしクジラが見れなかったとしても、ハワイの綺麗な海と景色が見れて充分満足だったと思います。
ちなみに、集合場所までは自分たちでホノルルのホテルからバスで行きましたが、ハワイのバス初体験の私でも無事に到着できました。ただし、バスの本数は少ないので、時間には要注意です。

次回は、豪快な迫力あるジャンプが見れれば良いなと思います。

The hour flew by.
I felt at ease because there was someone to guide us both before and after.
It was a bit harder than I expected, but I had a great time.

1時間あっという間でした。
前と後ろに案内してくれる方がいたので安心でした。
少し思ったよりハードでしたが楽しかったです。

I participated in a 1-hour mountain bike tour! There were 8 of us in total, including 4 others from our group. Before the departure time, we had practice time, and even as someone who rode an electric bike for the first time, I got used to it quickly. The initial uphill was tiring, but after that, I enjoyed riding in the gentle nature. There was a participant whose chain came off, but they quickly fixed it. Since it was a 1-hour course, we had about 2 hours of waiting time until the return bus, which felt a bit long. The 1-hour course felt a bit short, so if I participate again, I would like to join the 2-hour course! 😊

マウンテンバイクツアー1時間コースに参加しました！私たちグループの他4人、合計8人でした。出発時間の前に練習時間があり、電動バイクに初めて乗る私でもすぐに慣れました。序盤の坂道は疲れましたが、その後は緩やかな大自然の中気持ち良く走りました。途中、チェーンが外れてしまった参加者がいましたが、すぐに対応し直していました。今回は1時間コースだったため、帰りのバスまでに待ち時間が2時間ほどあり時間を持て余してしまいました。1時間コースだと物足りないため、次回参加するなら2時間コースで参加したいです(^^)

I participated in this activity in mid-February 2020. It seems that until the end of December 2019, access was restricted due to a local demonstration against new astronomical observation equipment, but on the day of my visit, I was fortunate to reach the summit.

Originally, I was considering renting a car to keep costs down, but ultimately, choosing this tour was the right decision. (Looking back, I think it would have been terrifying to drive on those mountain roads, and I probably would have suffered from altitude sickness.)

What I appreciated most was not just the sunset and starry sky, but also the hospitality that reflects Japanese quality. (It was truly wonderful.)

<Recommended Points>
1. All conversations during the tour are in Japanese, and the staff (it was Tomo when I participated) provides detailed explanations about Mauna Kea and the history of the Big Island during the bus ride.
2. Rental of cold-weather gear (pants, outerwear, gloves) is free.
3. They are very attentive to altitude sickness precautions.
4. The tour makes several stops at photo points along the way, allowing time for photography.
5. There is a photo service included. Later, they share the photos in a service accessible only to participants.

<Comment>
You might have doubts since I only mentioned good points, but I couldn't think of any negatives. The main sunset was, of course, spectacular, but the subsequent stargazing was also incredibly enjoyable. The stars were truly beautiful, and they provided detailed explanations about them.

I participated in February, and the weather conditions were good that day, allowing us to fully enjoy both the sunset and the starry sky. However, due to weather conditions and the aforementioned demonstration, there is a possibility that these experiences may not be available, so I think it would be truly lucky to enjoy everything on the day of your visit.

2020年２月中旬にこのアクティビティに参加しました。2019年の12月末ごろまではハワイ島現地の方々のデモ(新たな天体観測設備の反対運動)により入山できなかったそうですが、当日はタイミング良く頂上まで登ることができました。
元々、「できるだけコストを抑えるために、自分でレンタカーを借りて行けないか」と考えていましたが、最終的にこちらのツアーを選んで正解でした。
(今思うとあの山道を車で行っていたらと考えると恐ろしいですし、おそらく高山病にもなっていたと思います)
また、参加して良かったと思うのは 夕日・星空だけでなく、日本クオリティーのおもてなしでした。(本当に良かったです)

＜おすすめポイント＞
① ツアー内での会話はすべて日本語で、マウナケアやハワイ島の歴史をバスでの移動中にスタッフの方(私が参加したときはトモさんでした)が丁寧に説明してくださいます。
② 防寒具(ズボン、アウター、手袋)のレンタル(無料)
③ 高山病対策の注意喚起など、本当に気を使ってくださいます。
④ 山頂へ向かうまでの道中の撮影ポイントで数回停車し、撮影時間を設けてくれます。
⑤ 写真撮影サービスがついています。後日、参加者だけ閲覧可能なサービスでシェアしてくれます。

<コメント>
良い点ばかりで疑念を抱かれるかもしれませんが、マイナスポイントは思い当たりませんでした。また、メインの夕日が素晴らしかったのはもちろんですが、その後にある星空観測もすごく楽しいものでした。星は本当に綺麗で、星について詳しく説明をしてくださいます。

また、私が参加したのは２月でしたが、この日は天候などのコンディションが良く夕日も星空も満喫できました。しかし、天候や上記の記載のデモによりこれらを楽しめない可能性があるそうですので、当日はすべて楽しむことができれば本当にラッキーだと思います。

I participated in February. There was a period when access was blocked, and I made a reservation because it was advertised as reopened. I understood that it wasn't the right time and that the weather could prevent us from seeing anything, but it was more disappointing than I expected. This is because important details were not adequately addressed in the tour description.

Guides should obviously know that during winter, access to the summit is almost impossible. On the day of the tour, I was told that last February, they could only reach the summit for three days. While it's understandable due to the season, I believe they should clearly state the probability of reaching the summit. Even if we could go up, the views advertised were not to be expected, and it was just about reaching the summit.

If they are charging nearly 20,000 yen, they should at least specify the probability, and when they tell you on the day that it's better to participate in summer because you can hardly climb in winter, it leaves a negative impression.

Summer might be enjoyable, but winter is not worth 20,000 yen. I'm also unsure about summer. Additionally, during the time close to the full moon, the sky is bright, and the stargazing is not impressive. The guide mentioned this too. Since it was around the full moon, it was not much different from Japan, and there was no need to go all the way there.

While they provide explanations about celestial bodies while stargazing, the content was not even at the level of a casual interest in astronomy, so I wanted to leave early. Another participant was much more knowledgeable.

In summary, I regret that it would have been sufficient to enjoy the trip to Onizuka by rental car. To sum up, avoid the winter and the periods around the full moon.

2月に参加しました。
通行止めになってた時期があり、再度開通！という触れ込みで思わず予約をしました。
適した時期ではない事や天候次第で何も見られないことは承知していましたが、想像以上に期待はずれです。
というのも、ツアー詳細に大事なことがあまりに触れられていないからです。
冬場はほぼ山頂に行けないことは、ガイドなら当然知っています。当日も、去年の2月は3日しか山頂に行けなかったと。季節的には仕方ないにしても、それであれば、山頂まで登れる確率を明記するべきだと思います。また、登れたとしても、掲載されている景色は期待できず、登れただけ、ということです。
2万円近い代金を取るのであれば、確率くらいは明記して欲しく、当日に、冬場はほとんど登れないため、夏に参加する方が良いと言われると、ネガティブな印象しか残りません。

夏場は楽しめるでしょうが、冬場は2万円の価値はありません。そもそも、夏場もどうか。
また満月に近い時期は空が明るく、大した星空ではありません。それもガイドの方は言ってました。丁度満月の時期だったため、日本とさほど変わらず、わざわざ行った必要は無かったです。
また星を見ながら天体の説明をしてくれますが、趣味で天体が好き、程度にも届かない内容だったので、早く帰りたくなりました。
参加してた別の方の方がよっぽど詳しかったです。
以上から、レンタカーでオニヅカまで行き楽しめば十分だったと後悔です。
纏めると、冬場と満月挟んだ前後は回避です。

We participated as a family of three, and thanks to the advice from the tour staff and the schedule, we didn't have to worry about altitude sickness and had the best experience. Long ago, I was able to see a beautiful starry sky in my hometown, but this time it was on another level; I was so moved by the breathtaking views that I forgot about time and the cold. Additionally, the staff took commemorative photos and provided detailed explanations at each point, making it truly worthwhile to join the tour. The free photo download service afterward added to the memories. I plan to create another opportunity to join again. Thank you!

家族3人で参加しましたが、ツアースタッフの方々のアドバイスとタイムスケジュールのおかげで高山病の心配もなく、最高の体験をさせて頂きました。遠い昔、自分の故郷でも綺麗な星空を見ることができましたが、今回のそれは別次元、時間と寒さを忘れるほどの絶景に感動しました。また、スタッフの方々がポイント毎に記念撮影や詳しい説明をして頂きまして、ツアーならではと参加して本当に良かったと思います。後日の写真無料ダウンロードサービスでは思い出も一入となりました。次の機会をつくって、またお世話になろうと思ってます。感謝❗️

Mauna Kea has been closed for a while due to protests against the construction of a new observatory since last year, but as of February 2020, it was accessible to the summit depending on the weather. Fortunately, we were blessed with good weather and were able to enjoy beautiful sunset views along with stargazing. The guide was excellent at managing breaks and encouraging us, and before we knew it, we had climbed to over 4,000 meters. The acclimatization and breaks were appropriate, which eased our anxiety. Above all, witnessing the beautiful sunset was the most moving experience. I felt it would be a shame not to participate if you visit the Big Island. I saw some individuals driving up in rental cars, but I think it could be dangerous for those who are not used to traveling on rough roads. After sunset, the stargazing was incredible, with a sky full of stars, and the explanations of the constellations were easy to understand. They also took photos, creating wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

マウナケア山は昨年から天文観測所新規建設反対デモでしばらく封鎖されていたということですが、2020年2月現在天候次第ですが、山頂まで登れる状態でした。そしてたまたま好天に恵まれて、美しいサンセットと共に星空観察もできました。ガイドの方は休憩や声掛けがお上手であっという間に高度4000m以上のところに登って行きました。高度順応や休憩が適切で不安が軽減されました。そして何よりも、美しいサンセットが見れたことが一番の感動です。ハワイ島に来たらぜひ参加しないともったいないと思いました。個人でもレンタカーで登っている人がいましたが、旅慣れていないとダート道をあがっていくには危険と思います。その後の星空観測も太陽が降ってからは満点の星空で、星座の解説などもあって分かりやすかったです。写真も撮ってくれてとてもいい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

We participated with a total of 14 family members after the family ceremony. Since we had a 3-year-old child with us, we only joined the activities involving rides, but the Jurassic Park movie location and the jungle tour in the Kualoa mountains were quite bumpy, and the child enjoyed it like a roller coaster. The lunch time was a bit short, about 40 minutes, so we hurriedly ate, and afterwards, we had a farm tour with tastings. Since my aunt and parents are in their 60s, we moved around by rides, which seemed manageable for them physically. Everyone had a great time, and we took a lot of photos, so we were very satisfied!

家族挙式後の両家総勢14人で参加。3歳の子供もいたので、乗り物のアクティビティだけの参加でしたが、ジュラシックパーク映画ロケ地や、クアロアの山のジャングルツアーは結構車が揺れて子供はジェットコースターみたいで楽しんでました。ランチの時間が少し短く40分くらいだったのでバタバタご飯食べて、その後は農園ツアーで試食付き。叔母や両親も60代なので、全て乗り物に乗って移動だったので体力的にも大丈夫なようでした。みんなで楽しめたし写真もたくさん撮ってもらって満足です！

My husband and I had a wonderful experience with the Rainforest & Waterfall Swim Hike in Maui! We were able to experience it all: pretty tame trails, swimming in cool waters, and cliff diving from the falls. This adventure is appropriate for families (but I wouldn't take very young children), couples, or solos that desiring a peaceful hike.

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly the entire hike. He was also very accommodating (I had a shoulder injury at the time) and the hike was still very enjoyable!

There were plenty of times to rest, swim, and eat snacks. Our guide was attentive to our needs and provided other suggestions of what to check out/visit during our stay on the island. I highly recommend!

I participated in a morning plan that included breakfast. I thought it would be unlikely to see whales, but shortly after we set sail, there was an announcement that whales were nearby. We were able to see the whales' backs and their spouts up close. The boat drifted near the whales for a while, and we continued to see their backs and spouts. Although it was a wonderful breakfast buffet, I was so captivated by the whales that I hardly ate, and I wondered if breakfast was even necessary. On the way back to the port, we were also able to see a rainbow over the island. While we didn't see the kind of jumps often featured in photos, I was still very satisfied.

午前中の朝食付きのプランで参加しました。くじらはなかなかみられないだろうなと思いながら参加しましたが、出航してすぐにくじらがいると放送があり、くじらが近くにいて、くじらの背中と潮吹きがみられました。その後もくじらの近くを船が漂い、ずっとくじらの背中や潮吹きがみられました。せっかくの朝食ビュッフェでしたが、くじらに夢中であまり食べられず、朝食はなくてもよかったのかなと思いました。帰港中に島にかかった虹もみることができました。写真でよくみるようなジャンプはみられませんでしたが、満足でした。

We experienced it as a family of six, but it's hard to say we saw a whale! We only caught a glimpse of its back.

家族６人で体験したけど、クジラを見た！とはなかなか言いにくい感じでした
背中の少し見えただけ？でした！

Pick up was right on time!
Our guide Matt was very knowledgeable and passionate about Hawaii island from legends to Hawaii original plants and animals. He kept entertaining us until his voice got hoarse! My favorite part of the tour was definitely the lava tube. it's really amazing!! The way to and from the lava tube is super bumpy and rough. If you get motion sickness, you should take medication for it. I brought kids (12 and 10) with us and they enjoyed themselves as well. Hiking was very mild so anyone can enjoy this tour, I think.

On February 10th, due to a winter storm, the observatory staff at Mauna Kea had to descend because of the bad weather. The Onizuka Center was also closed all day due to sub-zero temperatures. However, our guide Jin said, "Let's find a hole in the clouds and chase after it. Since it's like this, let's explore the super rare winter storm in Hawaii." Despite being hit by heavy downpours that felt like an automatic car wash, we were able to see the majestic slopes of Mauna Kea, the fantastical cinder cones, the rain clouds changing shape and flowing by, and the massive thunderclouds and lightning approaching from afar. We also spotted a rainbow appearing over the undulating lava and Mauna Kea, which was beautifully snow-covered as its name suggests, along with Mauna Loa, which typically doesn't receive snow, lightly dusted in white.

In the car, there was a mood of acceptance that stargazing was impossible on such a day, but Jin was the only one who hadn’t given up. He read the movement of the clouds and drove the car east, then west, and finally north. "Huh? Is it not raining around here?" Our spirits lifted instantly! We stopped by a heiau near the harbor and discovered a sparkling starry sky through a gap in the thick rain clouds! We were overwhelmed by the brightness, number, and depth of the night sky. Before we could even take photos, the heavy rain returned in an instant. Such weather is unique to the Big Island, isn't it?

Although we couldn't make it to the summit of Mauna Kea, Jin skillfully listened to everyone's plans and generously shared information about points of interest. He even took us to a great spot for whale watching that is easy to see during this season. I was impressed by Jin's guiding skills! Thank you very much. (For those prone to motion sickness, please take anti-nausea medication. The mountain roads are quite winding and bumpy.)

2/10、冬の嵐でマウナケアの天文台観測員も下山する悪天候。オニヅカセンターも終日氷点下で通行止めという日に当たってしまいましたが、「雲の穴を見つけて追いかけます。こうなったら超レアなウィンターストームのハワイを見て回りましょう」とガイドのJinさん。たびたび自動洗車機みたいな土砂降りに見舞われながらも、壮大なマウナケア山麓、幻想的な噴石丘たちを見渡す高台で次々と形を変えて流れる雨雲や、遠くから押し寄せる巨大な雷雲・稲光を見たり、うねる溶岩の上に現れた虹、名前通り白く雪化粧したマウナケアに加えて、普段は雪が降らないマウナロアがうっすら白く雪をまとっている姿などを目にすることができました。
こんな日だから星空はムリだよね・・・と納得ムードの車内で、1人だけ諦めてなかったのがガイドのJinさん。雲の動きを読み、クルマを東へ、西へ、ついには北へ。
あれ？この辺は雨やんでる？我々のテンションは一気にアップ！港のそばのヘイアウ脇で停まり、分厚い雨雲の隙間にキラキラの星空を発見！その輝きの強さ、数、夜空の深さに圧倒されました。写真を撮る間もなく、あっというまに土砂降り再来。こんな天候もハワイ島ならでは、ですよね。
マウナケア山頂には行けなかったけど、さりげなく全員の予定を聴いて気前よく見どころ情報を教えてくれたり、この時期に見やすいホエールウォッチングのポイントに寄ってくれたり、Jinさんのガイドとしての技量に感服！ありがとうございました。
（クルマに弱い方は酔い止め薬を。山の道路はクネクネでこぼこが結構あります）