All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

A long-awaited tour with my husband, who has extensive experience in astrophotography, during the new moon! We’re well-prepared for the cold. Thanks to the down jacket and gloves provided by Jin, I have no worries! The bento was traditional Japanese food, a nostalgic taste! The conversations in the car and the explanations about the starry sky were enjoyable and educational! The long journey was comfortable, and the views we experienced were beyond imagination—the blue hue of the Earth's shadow after the sunset, and the service of taking a two-shot against the starry sky created wonderful memories. I want to go see the summer Milky Way again! My dream came true, and I thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of Hawaii. I was introduced to a kind, energetic, and great travel experience.

天体写真歴の長い夫と新月の時期に、念願かなってのツアー！寒さ対策バッチリして行く。仁さんの用意してくれたダウンや、手袋で心配無用！お弁当も和食、懐かしい味！車中のお話も星空解説も愉快、勉強にもなる内容！長い行き帰りも、快適で、見た世界は、想像以上の絶景、夕日が沈んだあとの地球の影の青い色、星空バックのツーショットのサービス、素晴らしい思い出ありがたい。また、夏の天の川を見に行きたい❗夢がかなって、ハワイの良さを堪能しました。親切、元気、いい旅を紹介してもらいました。

I have been to Hawaii many times, but Mauna Kea was a distant place for me. It turned out to be the best experience. The guide was kind and explained everything well, allowing us to enjoy without any worries. I was very happy to have warm drinks and rice ball bento at the chilly Onizuka Center. The sunset from the summit was very romantic, and it made me appreciate the size of the Big Island again. The starry sky after sunset was also incredibly beautiful, and it was a series of moving moments. I was very grateful that they took photos with a high-performance camera, and I could download those pictures after returning home. I couldn't have taken them myself... If you're going to Mauna Kea, I highly recommend this tour!

　ハワイには何度も行っていますが、私には遠かったマウナケア。最高の体験となりました。
　ガイドさんは親切で説明も上手く、何の心配もなく楽しむことができました。気温の低いオニツカセンターでいただいた温かい飲み物、おにぎり弁当、とても嬉しく思いました。山頂から見る夕日はとてもロマンチックでハワイ島の大きさを改めて感じ、日没後に見た星空もとても美しく、感動続きでした。高性能カメラで写真を撮影してくださり、その写真を帰国後にダウンロードできたのはとてもありがたいです。自分では撮れないですから・・・。
　マウナケアに行くのであれば、このツアーをお勧めします！
　

As we boarded the boat and set off, we spotted dolphins swimming in the distance. I was excitedly wondering if we would see a whale next! I gazed out at the sea, but it took a while for one to appear. While enjoying a different view of the streets of Waikiki and Diamond Head, we floated on the water... and then, could it be a whale?! I noticed a splash of water rising up. And finally, a whale jumped high out of the water!!

I want to see it again!

船に乗り少しすると遠くの方でイルカが泳いでるのを発見。
次はクジラか⁉︎とワクワクしながら海を眺めましたが、なかなか現れてくれませんでした。
ワイキキの街並みやダイヤモンドヘッドを別の角度から見たりしながら、海の上をプカプカ…
とその時、クジラ⁉︎水しぶきが上がっているのを発見しました。
そしてついにクジラの大ジャンプ‼︎

もう一回見たいですね〜

Boarding and seating were accomplished efficiently, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Our wheelchair bound family member was accommodated.

The buffet appetizer table was disappointing over all. The fruit, pineapple, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon, was almost tasteless. The cheeses were non-spectacular.

Our server was efficient, and he worked very hard to serve multiple tables. The entire wait staff is to be commended for their courtesy, hard work, and good service.

The entertainers were very enthusiastic and tried hard to please the guests. The jazz performances were the best part of the entertainment. The "wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Aloha" was very cheesy.

The drinks were good, and the salad, lobster, and steak were all better than I had expected. The food was quite tasty, and servings were plentiful.

I returned to Maui to be enveloped by the unique scenery, the wind, and the light! Additionally, I wanted to meet our guide, Yamapi! The majestic Haleakalā and the starry sky felt even more powerful, warm, and radiant. Thanks to our guide, Yamapi, who continues to guide here in Maui while thinking of his family in Japan, I was able to have this invaluable experience and meet such a wonderful guide. I want to return to this island again and again!

ここにしかない景色に、風に、光に包まれたくて戻ってきましたマウイ島！加えて、ガイドのヤマピーさんに会うために！惚れ込んだハレアカラ山も、星空もより一層力強さと温かさと輝きを増して感じました。ガイドのヤマピーさんにおかれては、日本のご家族を想いながらも、こうしてマウイ島でガイドを続けて下さるからこそ、私はこうしてかけがえのない経験と素晴らしいガイドさんに出会うことが出来ました。何度でも、戻ってきたいこの島へ！

The overall experience was excellent, the people were friendly and the food was great, better than expected and they really fill you up with crab legs. Dislikes were bathroom locations being unclear and during fireworks people are everywhere to see the fireworks on one side of the boat and they smoke cigs in your face at the very top deck, gross.

Four years ago, during stargazing at the summit of Mauna Kea, I was able to see the summit of Haleakalā, and this time I participated in the long-awaited tour. The itinerary was easier than Mauna Kea, and I was able to see the stars beautifully. I am grateful for the meticulous planning by our guide, Yamapi. While the grandeur of the summit cannot compare to Mauna Kea, you can see the shadow of the Earth beautifully at Haleakalā. Maui has diverse nature with mountains, waterfalls, and dry areas, which was fantastic. There were hardly any chatty Chinese or Koreans (including Japanese tourists).

４年前にマウナケア山頂で星空観賞の時に、ハレアカラ山頂を見ることができ、今回念願のツアーに参加しました。行程はマウナケアより楽で、星空も綺麗に見ることができました。案内人の山ピーのち密な計画のおかげと感謝しております。山頂の雄大さはマウナケアには負けますが、地球の影がハレアカラは綺麗に見ることができます。マウイ島は山あり滝あり乾燥地ありと多様な自然があり最高でした。おしゃべり中国人、韓国人は、ほとんどいません。（日本人観光客も）

I had never been to Hawaii during whale watching season before, and this was my first attempt at whale watching. I boarded the boat with high expectations, but unfortunately, I wasn't able to see any whales... tears. The morning boat ride was pleasant with the sea breeze, but it's still disappointing not to see anything. We were returning home the next day, so we didn't use it, but I heard that if you don't see any whales, you can receive a free boarding ticket. (Transportation to the boat is separate.) I thought it was nice that they have such care in place.

これまでクジラが見られる時期にハワイにきたことがなく、ホエールウォッチング初挑戦でした。期待を膨らませて船に乗りましたが、残念ながらクジラを見ることはできませんでした…涙
早朝の船で海風も心地よかったのですがやっぱり見れないと残念ですよね。
私達は翌日帰国だったので使いませんでしたが、見れなかった場合は無料乗船券を貰えるそうです。（船までの送迎は別途必要）そういったケアがあるところはいいなと思いました。

Very convenient and pleasant cruise. Transportation was easy, staff was friendly, food was tasty, entertainment was entertaining. Very good date for a couple. Would reccomend to anyone looking for something to do for an evening.

We were blessed with great weather and were able to see many breathtaking views. The guide's stories were interesting, and we enjoyed our time on the bus. At the summit of Mauna Kea, we saw incredibly beautiful scenery and took wonderful photos, creating great memories. The stargazing was also enhanced by the guide's easy-to-understand explanations. The photos taken with the starry sky in the background turned out beautifully. Later, we were able to download the photos for free, making it truly the best memory. Thank you very much!

お天気にも恵まれ、たくさんの感動の景色を見ることができました。
ガイドさんのお話もおもしろく、車内の時間も楽しむことが出来ました。
マウナケア山頂では、とても綺麗な景色を見て素敵な写真を撮っていただき、いい思い出になりました。
星空観測もガイドさんの解説がとても分かりやすかったです。星空をバックに撮ってもらった写真も素敵な一枚になりました。
後日、写真は無料でダウンロードすることができ本当に最高の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました

At the parking lot a little below the summit, we set up chairs to enjoy the starry sky. It was a rare clear night, and I was deeply moved by the breathtaking view of the star-filled sky. However, the last segment of the mountain peak performance was a bit lengthy; while some people were thrilled, others who wanted to head home might have had mixed feelings about it.

山頂から少し下った駐車場で、椅子をセットして貰っての星空観賞。久しぶりの晴天との事で、隙間が無いくらいの満天の星空に大感動。ただ最後の山ピー節は少々長く、感激している人もいるが早く帰りたい人も居るので少々評価が分かれるかも。

On January 22nd, the second day of our trip to Hawaii Island, my husband and I participated in the Mauna Kea summit and stargazing tour.

We were picked up in front of our hotel at 2:15 PM. During the drive to Mauna Kea, we learned a lot about Hawaii Island.

We took several breaks along the way and had an early meal around 4 PM. It was a relaxing experience to enjoy Japanese food after a long time, including rice, simmered dishes, and fried fish, as we headed towards the summit.

We were advised that deep breathing and staying hydrated are effective for preventing altitude sickness. Thanks to this, we were able to reach the summit without feeling unwell! We were blessed with good weather, and at the summit, we were able to see a beautiful sunset, making it an unforgettable experience. The photos taken by the staff were wonderful, and I could really feel their professionalism.

Additionally, my husband and I were honestly unsure whether to go to the summit or the foothills due to concerns about altitude sickness, but we were glad we chose the summit.

We began stargazing around 7:00 PM. Although we were lent jackets, it was quite cold, so anyone heading to the summit should definitely bring warm outerwear. We were satisfied to see a sky full of stars that we can't see in Japan. The staff's guidance was very detailed and informative.

Overall, thanks to the staff's thoughtful care, we were able to create the best memories of Hawaii Island without any worries. Thank you very much.

1月22日ハワイ島旅行2日目で、私たち夫婦はマウナケア山頂&星空観測に参加しました。

14時15分にホテルの前に迎えに来て頂きました。
マウナケアに向かう道中もハワイ島についてたくさん教えて頂きました

途中、何度か休憩をしながら、16時ごろに早めの食事を頂きました。
ご飯、煮物、魚のフライの久々の日本食でリラックスしながら山頂に向けて、出発できました。

高山病予防のために、深呼吸と水分補給をするのが効果的と教えていただきました。おかげで体調も悪くなることなく登頂まで行くことができました！天候にも恵まれ、山頂では大変綺麗なサンセットが見ることができ忘れられない体験となりました。スタッフの方に撮ってもらった写真が素晴らしくさすがプロだなと感じました。

また、私たち夫婦は、高山病が心配でマウナケア山頂か山麗どちらにするか、正直迷っていましたが、山頂にしてよかったです。

19:00頃から星空観測をしました。上着を貸していただけましたがかなり寒いため、登頂される方は暖かい上着が必須です。
日本では見ることができない満天の星空を見ることができて満足です。スタッフの方のガイドもとても詳しくて勉強になりました。

全体を通して、スタッフの方の心配りのおかげで不安なことなく、ハワイ島最高の思い出を作ることが出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

My partner and I didn't expect Kualoa to be this big and organised. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. We enjoyed beautiful nature of Hawaii and visiting the places where Hollywood movies were filmed. Highly recommend.

We enjoyed the Waimea Canyon Tour. The coach driver was friendly, funny, and informative.

The Wailua River Cruise was disappointing and boring. The driver of the boat had no enthusiasm in his voice and the visuals of the river were unimpressive. Since you can no longer enter the Fern Grotto cave, this stop is no longer amazing as it used to be.

ATV experience was a first for me ,I was surprised at how comfortable I was. I thought it would be too bumpy but happy it wasn't. We had a rainy time in Kauai so we dressed for a muddy ride. So much fun was had by all. Lunch was also very good. I would suggest wearing a long sleeve shirt and the scarf or bandana around the face. Such a pretty and very informative ride the tour was very interesting. Thanks for the adventure.
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I was really lucky to meet dolphins and whales. However, the waves were rough that day, and I got seasick... I recommend taking motion sickness medication.

イルカやくじらに会うこともできて本当にラッキーでした。
ただその日は波が荒く船酔いに…酔い止めお勧めします

We used this for our honeymoon!
The view, the food, and the show were all amazing.
The service and atmosphere were wonderful, and I was truly moved.
During the countdown moment, we celebrated with fireworks over Waikiki Beach,
blowing our vuvuzelas on the deck with everyone,
Happy New Year!
I will cherish the photos you took of us at the table.
I apologize for the inconvenience caused by the last-minute change in transportation,
but I am grateful for your kind and sincere response.
Thank you for the best memory of a lifetime! ♡

新婚旅行で利用させていただきました！
眺めもお料理もショーも最高
サービスも雰囲気もよくて感動しました
カウントダウンの瞬間は
ワイキキビーチに上がる花火と一緒に
デッキでみなさんとブブセラ鳴らして
ハッピーニューイヤー！
テーブルを周って撮って頂いた写真も
大切にしますね
直前に送迎の変更でご迷惑をおかけいたしましたが
ご親切に真摯に対応していただいて
感謝感激です
一生に一度の最高の思い出を
ありがとうございました♡泣

I participated in a sunrise tour at the summit of Haleakalā on my first visit to Maui. I was a bit confused about the need for reconfirmation, so I called the tour company the day before, but I still didn't quite understand it. On the day of the tour, the bus arrived almost on time. Everyone except me was a foreigner. We were assigned seats, and they provided a Japanese brochure and a Japanese audio guide (upon request). We drove in the dark and quickly arrived at the summit of Haleakalā. While waiting for the sunrise, the wind was strong and it was really cold. I thought I had dressed warmly enough for the tour, but it was still chilly. However, when the sun finally rose, I felt its brightness and warmth, and I could truly appreciate the greatness of nature. The scenery was absolutely stunning. If I ever come to Maui again, I would love to participate in this tour once more.

初めてのマウイ島、ハレアカラ山頂のサンライズツアーに参加しました。よく分からなかったのがリコンファームが必要と書いてあり、不安ながら参加前日に催行会社へ電話をしましたが・・、あれが良く分かりませんでした。当日、ほぼ時間通りにバスが迎えに来てくれました。私以外すべて外国人でした。席を決められており、そこには日本語のパンフレット、日本語のオーディオガイド(要リクエスト)をご準備いただきました。暗い中を走り、あっという間にハレアカラ山頂へ到着。サンライズまでの待ち時間、風も強く本当に寒いです。だいぶ防寒対策をしてツアーに参加したつもりでしたが、それでも寒かったです。しかしいざ太陽が昇ってくると明るさと温かさを感じ、自然の偉大さを体で感じることができました。景色が本当に素晴らしいです。マウイ島に来ることがあれば、また参加したいです。

I participated in this tour because I wanted to go to Hana on Maui for the first time. I was alone, and there was also a couple from Canada, making a total of three people plus the driver. The car was comfortable with good seats, but the air conditioning was quite effective, making it a bit cold. If you're sensitive to the cold, it's better to take some warm clothing. During the trip, we had time to take photos from the car at various points, and the explanations were given in detail. Unfortunately, I couldn't understand much since I don't speak English. Although the time spent in the car was long, I think participating in the tour was a good choice since it's a place I wouldn't be able to visit easily on my own.

初めてのマウイ島、ハナへ行きたくてこのツアーに参加しました。私は一人で、他にカナダからのご夫婦が参加し、合計３人＋ドライバーさんのツアーでした。車はシートもよく快適でしたが、エアコンがよく効いており少し寒かったです。寒がりの方は防寒対策を取ったほうがいいです。道中、ポイントでは車の中から写真を撮る時間を取ってくれたり、説明を丁寧にしてくださったようでした。というのも・・、私は英語ができないので残念な感じでした。。車に乗っている時間が長いのですが、一人ではなかなか行けないの場所なので、ツアーの参加はよかったと思っています。

We had a great time on this tour. We were able to see many different places on the island and our tour guide Awana had great knowledge of the island. The tour is a lot of driving but the van is decently comfortable and they have frequent stops to get out and stretch.

This was my third time participating in whale watching, but unfortunately, there were no signs of them coming to the surface this time.

It was disappointing, but the weather was nice, and I had a great time leisurely watching Waikiki Beach. I felt a bit anxious when I saw black smoke rising from the sea.

I hope to try again next time!

3度目のホエールウォッチングへの参加でしたが、今回はご縁がなく一度も水面に上がってくる気配がありませんでした～

残念でしたが、お天気がよくワイキキビーチをのんびり眺める良い時間でした。
海上より立ち上がる黒い煙を眺めるタイミングにザワザワしてしまいました。

また次回リベンジしたいと思います！

At first, I was worried about whether I would see whales, but once we got out to sea, I was able to see spouts and the tails as they entered the water. I couldn't see the whole whale, but it was great to witness such a dynamic scene.

Additionally, the weather was calm that day, and the sea breeze felt refreshing, washing away my worries.

I opted for breakfast this time, but it felt a bit rushed to grab it before departure, so I didn't really enjoy it leisurely. This was a disappointing aspect, but I plan to skip breakfast next time.

While whales are the main attraction, enjoying the view of Waikiki from the sea while feeling the ocean breeze is also a delight.

はじめはクジラが見れるか不安でしたが、いざ海に出てみると潮吹きや海に入る際の尾びれなどを見ることができました。くじらの全体像は見れませんでしたが、ダイナミックな光景を見れたのはよかったです。
また、この日は風も穏やかで海風が気持ちよく、気持ちを洗い流された感じです。
今回は朝食を付けたのですが、出港前にあわただしく取りにいく感じてゆっくり食べた気はしませんでした。このあたりは残念な点でしたが、次回は朝食無しでお願いするつもりです。
クジラがメインではありますが、海風にあたりながら海からワイキキを見るのも一興です。

The free coupon mentioned in the reviews can only be used this season, so it seems like it's limited to residents...

The breakfast was delicious!

口コミに書いてあった次回使える無料クーポンは
今シーズンのみとのことできっと行けるのは住んでる方限定ですね、、

朝食美味しかったです！

I was disappointed that I couldn't see any whales. I tried hard to find them, but I couldn't. I heard that I could get a re-boarding ticket, but there is no transportation provided, and if I don't see any whales next time, I would feel even more disappointed, so I decided not to take the re-boarding ticket.

クジラにあえず残念でした。がんばって探したのですが、見つからず。再乗船券ももらえるようですが、送迎などは無く、次回もクジラに会えなかったらもっと残念に思うので、再乗船券はもらいませんでした。

Climbing a mountain over 4000 meters for the first time made me anxious, especially since I had heard that the conditions at the summit can be very harsh. However, thanks to the attentive care of our guide, everyone was able to participate without any health issues. I truly felt reassured going with a guide who knows the mountains so well. Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't see the sunset from the summit, but we were able to enjoy a breathtaking view of the sunset a little lower down, which also gave us a chance to experience the power of nature. It seems that a snowy Mauna Kea is quite rare, so perhaps we were lucky in that regard. The starry sky was like a natural planetarium, and with the interesting explanations of the constellations, I could have gazed at it forever without getting bored. It became a memorable sight. Thank you to everyone at the nature school!

初めて4000m超の山に登ること、山の上はとても過酷な環境と聞いていたこともあり、不安がありましたが、ガイドの方のきめ細やかな心配りのお陰で、誰も体調を崩すことなく、参加することができました。やはり、山のことを知り尽くしているガイドさんと行くのが安心だなぁと思いました。残念ながら今回は悪天候のため、頂上では夕陽は見られませんでしたが、少し降りたところで夕焼けの絶景を見られましたし、自然の威力を体感する機会にもなりました。雪景色のマウナケア山はとても珍しいそうなので、逆にラッキーだったのかもしれません。星空はまさに天然のプラネタリウムで、面白い星座解説と共に、いつまで眺めていても飽きることがなく、思い出に残る風景となりました。ネイチャースクールの皆さま、ありがとうございました！

They jumped beautifully with Diamond Head in the background. I wish they could jump again since we could see it so close to the land.

ダイヤモンドヘッドをバックにして綺麗にジャンプしてくれました。あんなに陸の近くで見れるなんて、もう一回ジャンプしてほしかった。

The weather was calm, and the boat seemed to be less crowded, allowing us to enjoy it leisurely.

We encountered dolphins along the way, but unfortunately, we didn't see any whales.

I had heard that this time of year has a high chance of seeing them, so that was a bit disappointing...

穏やかな天気のなか
船も空いてる様で
ゆったりと楽しめました

途中イルカに遭遇しました
ただ残念ながら鯨は見れませんでした

この時期高い確率で見れると言う事でしたが
そこだけが残念…

I often go to Hawaii during summer vacation, but this time I decided to go in January for the first time, so I participated in a whale watching cruise to see the winter whales. It was a cloudy day with strong winds and high waves, which might be why the whales were not showing up. The captain announced that we would be turning back today, and the boat started to head back.

Then, from the other side, there was a cheer! Surprisingly, a whale was spouting water! And even its large tail fin! The boat made another U-turn to get closer to the whale. I'm grateful to the kind captain.

ハワイは夏休みに行くことが多く、今回はじめて１月に行くことになったので、冬のくじらに会いたいとホエールウォッチングクルーズに参加しました。この日は曇り空で風も強く、波が高かったせいかなかなか鯨が出てきてくれず、キャプテンから今日はUターンするとのアナウンスがあり船は引き返すことに。
そこへ反対側からなにやら歓声が！なんと、鯨が潮を吹いているではありませんか！そして大きな尾びれまで！
船はもう一度Uターンして鯨のそばまで行ってくれました。やさしいキャプテンに感謝です。

meal was very good, show was very good, tables for two were to close together.
We meat Japanese couple next to us that did not speak English
we talked all night with help of their phone translation app.
At the end of the night they were so happy someone talked to them, they invited
us to Japan to stay with them during the next Olympics

Unforgettable experience. Amazing views. Excellent services.