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Hawaii
It was really great.
The weather was favorable, so we could see a lot of stars. It was the best stargazing experience of my life.
The guide was fun, reliable, and there were no complaints.
They also took care of my health, and since it was a trip while acclimatizing to high altitude, that was good.
The only downside was that the bento was a bit mediocre. The miso soup was incredibly delicious.
すごく良かった。
天候にも恵まれたため、かなり星空が見えた。人生で最高の星空体験。
ガイドさんも楽しく。頼り甲斐があり、文句なし。
体調面も気を使ってもらい、高地順応しながらの旅だったのでよかった。
残念な点は、弁当が微妙なところ。味噌汁は最高に美味しかった。
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We were able to see a wonderful sunrise from the sea of clouds. There were about 15 buses that had arrived, and since we got there around the middle, the front row was already taken. Although we left in the middle of the night, I wish we could have departed earlier. It was a bit disappointing that we had to bring our own winter gear, which made our luggage bulky.
雲海からのステキな御来光が臨めました。
バスが15台程登頂していて、真ん中位の到着だったので最前列は埋まっており、深夜の出発でしたがもっと早く出発できればよかったです。
防寒具が持参のため、荷物がかさばった点が残念でした。
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◆ Movie Location Tour
I joined a group led by a Japanese guide named Tastin. The explanations in easy-to-understand Japanese, mixed with jokes, made the tour very enjoyable. Of course, the dynamic scenery is the main attraction, but Tastin's guidance made the tour even more fun.
In front of the Jurassic Park sign, all the guides had dinosaur figures, and they offered two versions of photos: one standing normally in front of the sign and another posing as if being attacked with the figure in the foreground. I had the chance to see other groups taking photos, and it seemed that the quality varied depending on the guide.
Although there was no mention of tips, I had such a great time that I gave a little extra when getting off the bus. I felt it was the most pleasant experience of my stay, and I genuinely wanted to give a tip. This was to express my gratitude for the fun I had and my hope that future participants in the same tour would receive the same quality of guidance. I was the first to get off, so I noticed some people in the back preparing tips as an afterthought. I think it was a good approach to receive service that made me want to tip. I wish there were a way to choose the guide for the tour.
◆ Jungle Tour
There was a Japanese guide, but their voice was too quiet to hear well. When we got off at the location from Jumanji, the guide spoke only in English, and for other languages, there was a laminated A4-sized explanation sheet with photos available on-site. However, there was no explanation that it would be English only at that location, so I thought the Japanese guide would explain again, but there was no explanation at all. If they had at least said it was only in English, I would have gone closer to the English guide to listen. However, the main focus of this tour wasn't the destinations but the dynamic drive on rough roads. The uphill was quite enjoyable, but the thrill of the downhill wild drive had us screaming in excitement. It seems the quality of the experience depended on the driver's skill. The guide was a miss, but the driver was a hit. I tipped each of them, giving the driver a normal amount and the guide a little less.
◆ Lunch Buffet
There was a short 30-minute time before the next tour, so it was a bit rushed. The taste was average, but the meat was delicious. The fruit was also tasty, so I would love to eat a lot of just meat and fruit.
◆ Secret Garden Tour
This tour involved visiting an area where plants are grown, with a slow-driving driver and a Japanese guide. The Japanese guide was Tastin, but the energy was more subdued compared to the movie location tour. There were calm explanations, and we had a review of the explanations from the movie location tour, which I enjoyed.
I rarely get to see fruits in their natural state on trees, so it was educational. I got to taste a little fruit and macadamia nuts, as well as a dip made from taro paste that ancient Hawaiians used to eat with tuna jerky. I noticed that the guide was considerate, engaging with small children to ensure they enjoyed the experience.
Since this is more of a bonus tour, I wouldn't recommend participating in just this one alone. I think it would be enjoyable as part of a package tour.
Thank you very much!
◆映画ロケ地巡り
日本語ガイドのタスティンさんのグループになりました。
わかりやすい日本語の説明で、ジョークも交えつつのガイドはとても楽しかったです。
もちろんダイナミックな風景が一番の売りなのでしょうが、よりタスティンさんのガイドで一層楽しいツアーとなっていました。
ジュラシックパークの看板前ではどのガイドさんも恐竜人形を持っていて、看板前に普通に立って撮るバージョンと、人形を前景にして襲われているようなポーズの2バージョンを撮ってくれます。
他のグループの撮影風景も見る機会がありましたが、ガイドさんによって様々で、当たり外れがあるように感じました。
チップの事は一言も言われませんでしたが、すごく楽しかったのでバスを降りる時ちょっと多めに渡しました。
今回の滞在で一番気持ち良く、しかも払いたいと心から思って渡したと思います。
楽しめたお礼と、今後同じツアーに参加する人にもまた同じクオリティでガイドして欲しいな、という期待も込みです。
一番先に降車したので、後ろで思い出したようにチップの用意をしてる方も居ました。
払いたいと思えるサービスを受けたので、良い方法だったかなと。
ガイドさんを選べるツアーになれば良いのにな、と思います。
◆ジャングルツアー
一応日本語のガイドさんが居ましたが、声が小さく聞こえにくい。
ジュマンジのロケ地で降りた時のガイドは英語のみ、他の言語は写真つきのA4サイズのラミネートした説明書？をその場で見れます。
ただし、ロケ地で降りた時は英語のみとの説明も無かったので、日本語ガイドさんが再度説明してくれるかと思いきや何の説明もない。
せめて英語の説明しかないって言ってくれればもっと英語ガイドさんのそばに行って聞いたのに…。
でも、このツアーのメインはそういった目的地などではなく、荒れた道でのダイナミックなドライブです。
上りも割りと楽しかったですが、下りのスリル満点、ワイルドなドライブはきゃあきゃあと声を上げて楽しみました。
これはドライバーさんの腕で当たり外れがありそうです。
ガイドさんは外れ、ドライバーさんは当たりのツアーでした。
チップはそれぞれに、ドライバーさんへは普通に、ガイドさんへは少なめに渡しました。
◆昼食ブッフェ
次のツアーまで30分という短い時間でバタバタでした。
味は普通かな、お肉はおいしかった。
フルーツもおいしかったので、お肉とフルーツだけをいっぱい食べたいです。
◆シークレットガーデンツアー
植物を育てているエリアを、ゆっくりとした運転のドライバーさんと、日本語のガイドさんとでまわるツアー。
日本語ガイドはタスティンさんでしたが、映画ロケ地ツアーよりテンションは抑え目。落ち着いた解説と、映画ロケ地ツアーでの解説覚えてますか？と復習があり、楽しく聞きました。
木になってる状態の果物はあまり見る機会が無いので勉強になりました。
ちょっとだけ果物やマカダミアナッツを食べたり、昔のハワイ人が食べていたというタロイモのペーストをマグロのジャーキーにディップしたものを頂いたりしました。
小さい子供が楽しめるように話し掛けていたり、気遣いがあったな、と思います。
オマケ的なツアーなので、これだけへの参加はあまりオススメしません。抱き合わせなら楽しめるかな、と思いました。
マハロございます！
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I was worried about the late-night departure, the traffic near the toll booth, and whether we would make it in time for the sunrise, but the experience was so wonderful that it brought me to tears. I'm glad I signed up for the sunrise tour. The chant (prayers and gratitude recited in Hawaiian) was also great.
夜中の出発、料金所付近の渋滞、日の出に間に合うか 心配でしたが、こんなに素敵な体感 涙が出ました 日の出ツアー 申し込んでよかった
チャント（祈りや感謝ｔシャツをハワイ語で唱える）も よかった
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I booked a vow renewal course for my parents.
The food was delicious (especially the steak), and the vow renewal words spoken by the captain were truly wonderful.
It was rare for it to rain all day in Hawaii, and I was worried if the boat would go out, but I participated and was very satisfied. If anyone mentions wanting to see a dinner show in Hawaii in the future, I will definitely recommend this to my friends.
両親のバウリニューアルコースで予約しました。
ご飯も美味しかったですし(ステーキが特に)、船長が言ってくれるバウリニューアルの誓い言葉もほんと素敵でした。
ハワイでは珍しく雨が一日中降っていて船でるかなぁーと心配していましたが参加してとても満足です。
今後ハワイでディナーショーを見たいと言われたら友人などに必ずオススメします。
Thank you very much for boarding the Star of Honolulu. The vow renewal for your parents is truly touching. We are very happy that everyone enjoyed themselves. We look forward to your next visit, from all of our staff.
Reservations Department
この度、スターオブホノルル号にご乗船頂き、誠に有難うございます。
ご両親のためのバウリニューアルはとても感激ですね。皆様がお楽しみ頂けて大変嬉しく思っております。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同でお待ちしております。
予約課
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Our guide Keola was the best. He provided us with valuable information about the eco system, history about the North Shore and Hawai’i and safety information during the hike.
The area is absolutely stunning. If you want to do something away from the commercial and touristy stuff in Waikiki this is a great way to see Hawai’i in all its beauty.
I would ensure you wear good hiking shoes or trail running shoes. Also this hike is not a leisure walk. You will earn your lunch.
Mahalo Larry for taking the time to leave a testimonial. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Keola - he is one of the best! Yes, our hikes are definitely not leisure nature walks so weʻre glad that you folks were down for an adventure. Take care, safe travels, and we hope to see you again in the islands.
The guide was very kind, and it was a fun time! The talk and the photography were full of enthusiasm and it was really great. The cocoa made under the starry sky was very delicious and warming! The bento wasn't very tasty, though > < (I'm sorry...)
ガイドの方がとても親切で楽しいひと時でした！
トークも撮影もサービス精神旺盛でとてもよかったです。
星空の下で作ってくださったココアがとてもおいしくて温まりました！
お弁当はあまりおいしくなかったです＞＜（すみません…）
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You can explore the sights of Kailua-Kona while experiencing a Segway tour, which offers a delightful two-in-one experience. It was a very unique adventure, as we passed through the bustling streets, visited the oldest church in Hawaii, and zipped through the remnants of a runway. It was also great that this activity could be enjoyed in the evening. We had a fulfilling time stopping by the beach and watching the sunset. The president who accompanied us captured our experience on video, creating a wonderful montage. They also took plenty of photos, making for great memories.
カイルアコナの名所をセグウェイ体験しながら回れるので、
一石二鳥の面白さがある。
繁華街を通り抜けながらハワイ州で一番古い教会を見学したり、
滑走路跡地を駆け抜けたりと、とてもユニークな体験になった。
夕方から体験できるアクティビティなのも良かった。
ビーチに寄ったり、夕日を見たりと、結構充実している。
体験している様子を同行していてる社長さんが撮影してくれていて、
見事な動画に仕上げてくれた。
写真もいっぱい撮っていてくれて、いい思い出になりました。
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This time, we were blessed with good weather, and the sunset and stargazing from above the clouds were wonderful. I was captivated by the gradient of colors changing from yellow to deep red, forgetting the passage of time. During stargazing, I was able to see the North Star, the Southern Cross, the Milky Way, and several shooting stars, which reminded me of the starry skies at Yokote Mountain where I used to stay during my student days. Although I had a view of about 180 degrees, this time it was a full 360 degrees☆☆☆☆☆. The guide's explanations of the constellations were easy to understand, and thanks to that, I was able to grasp how to observe constellations, which I found confusing in elementary school science. I had no idea that Scorpio was so large. I'm thrilled that I've now been able to identify constellations beyond just the Big Dipper.
今回は、天候にも恵まれ雲上からの夕陽と星座観測が素晴らしかったです
夕日は暫し、時間の経過も忘れ唯々その黄色から深紅に変わりゆくグラデーションに見とれていました。
星座観測では、北極星・南十字星・天の川に加え、複数の流れ星も見ることができて、久しぶりに学生時代に居候していた横手山の星空を思い出しました。せいぜ１８０度位の視界でしたが、今回は３６０度☆☆☆☆☆に☆彡三昧でした。ガイドさんの星座の解説も判りやすく、小学校の理科ではチンプンカンプンだった星座の見方もお陰様で分かるようになりました。さそり座があんなに大きかったなんて知りませんでした。これからは、北斗七星以外にも自分で見つけられる星座ができたことはうれしい限りです。
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The crew members were great entertainment and informative. Highly recommended
This is quite an old post, but... I wanted to do some stargazing, so I signed up for this tour in December! I already knew it had snowed while I was in Japan, and when I received a call before the pickup time, I was informed that "due to the snowfall at the summit of Mauna Kea, stargazing might not be possible." I appreciated the advance notice, as it allowed me to prepare mentally.
On the day of the tour, there were quite a few clouds, and it seemed like the weather was going to be a challenge for deciding where to watch the sunset. However, our guide worked really hard, checking the cloud conditions and exchanging information with other guides, and we were able to move around and successfully view the sunset! We also got some wonderful photos taken!
The guide made sure to use the digital cameras and DSLRs that participants had to capture the best shots. Before stargazing, we had some time for shopping, exploring wild plants, and enjoying a lunch break. The warmth of the miso soup was comforting in the cold! At such a high altitude, the air felt different from what you would expect in Hawaii.
Then it was time for stargazing... or so we thought, but unfortunately, there had been snowfall near the summit, and the road was closed, so we couldn't go to the top. It was really disappointing, but the stars were beautiful even from the mid-level area where we waited! Since we couldn't do the stargazing, we also received a partial refund.
However, thanks to our unique and entertaining guide who worked hard throughout the tour, I had a very enjoyable time! If I get the chance again, I would love to try for a second time! Thank you so much to the guide who put in so much effort from start to finish!
かなり前の投稿になってしまいますが…
星空観察がしたくて、12月にこちらのツアーに申し込みました！
雪が降ったことは日本にいるときに既に知っており、
ピックアップ時間前にお電話を頂いた時も「マウナケア山頂の積雪によってもしかすると星空観測ができないかもしれない」という連絡を頂いていました。
事前連絡を頂けて、心の準備ができたので有難かったです。
当日は少し雲が多めで、サンセットの場所をどうするかがかなりの悩ましいお天気だったようです。
でも、すごく頑張ってガイドさんが雲の様子を見ながらほかのガイドさんとの情報交換を続けてくれて、あちこちと動いてくれて無事にサンセットを見学！！
素敵な写真も撮っていただきました！！
参加者が持っているデジカメや一眼レフも、ちゃんと使いこなしてベストな写真を残してくださいます。
星空観測の前に時間があって、ショッピングや野草の見学、お弁当タイムも。
寒さにお味噌汁の温かさがしみるぅぅ！
標高が高いので、ハワイとは思えないような空気を感じます。
そしていざ、星空観察…！！
の予定でしたが、あいにく頂上付近からしばらく積雪があり、道路はクローズになっていて頂上には行けませんでした…。
本当に残念でしたが、待機していた中腹部分でも星はきれいでした！
そして、星空観察ができなかった為、一部返金もしていただきました。
でも、個性的な面白いガイドさんが終始頑張ってくれたおかげで、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました！
また機会があるなら、リベンジしたいです！
せっかくのツアー時間だからと、最初から最後まですごく頑張ってくださったガイドさん、本当にありがとうございました^^
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I was worried because it was cloudy on the day, but by night it cleared up, and I was able to see the starry sky, which was my main goal! The guide was knowledgeable about cameras and taught us how to take great photos of the night sky.
当日曇っていたので不安だったのですが、夜になったら晴れ、一番の目的だった満天の星空を見ることができました！ガイドさんがカメラに詳しく、星空を上手に撮る方法を教えてくださいました。
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It was truly the best tour! During the journey to and from the destination, our Japanese driver and guide shared various information about Hawaii. The stories were easy to understand and interesting, and his calm tone made it very easy to listen to. After arriving in Haleiwa Town, he kindly provided detailed information about recommended shops and restaurants while we slowly drove through the area, which I really appreciated. I have visited Hawaii many times, but I learned a lot of things I didn't know before, and I had a truly fulfilling day. I was very satisfied with my choice of this tour and returned home happy. I highly recommend it. Thank you to our tour guide!
本当に最高のツアーでした！行き帰りの道中は日本人の運転手兼ガイドの方がハワイに関する様々な情報を教えてくださいます。お話はわかりやすく且つ面白く、声も落ち着いたトーンで話されるのでとても聞きやすかったです。ハレイワタウンに到着後、車をゆっくりと進めながらオススメのお店やレストランの情報を丁寧に教えていただいたのもとてもありがたかったです。ハワイには何度も訪れていますが、知らなかったことをたくさん知れましたし、本当に充実した１日を過ごすことができ、このツアーを選んで良かったと大満足で帰って来ました。本当におすすめです。ツアーガイドさんありがとうございました！
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Riding horses in Hawaii is just the best, isn't it?
We rode along the beach near Turtle Bay.
Along the way, the staff took some photos for us.
We got some "amazing pictures."
The staff told me, "You're doing great!"
The horses here are well-trained, so it's fantastic.
They are calm and very easy to handle.
I want to go horse riding in the Hawaiian sea again.
### Everyone, you should join in too! ###
ハワイに来て ホース ライディング それって 最高じゃありませんか。
タートル ベイ 周辺の海辺を 馬に乗って走らせて。
途中、 スタッフに写真撮ってもらいました。
”最高の写真”ができましたよ。
スタッフに言われました。「お客さん 上手ですね。」って。
ここに いる馬は ちゃんと飼いならされていますから最高ですよ。
おとなしくて、大変 扱いやすいですよ。
また、ハワイの海で ホース ライディングしたいですよ。
＃＃ 皆さんも、参加してくださいよ。＃＃＃
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I have experienced Segway tours in other countries, but I was interested in the 2-hour sunset tour and participated with my spouse. It was so much fun! Since we would be riding in narrow places and on public roads, we first received gentle and thorough instructions from Nana indoors before setting off. The tour, led by President Alan and Nana, took us around temples and the former airport site. I thought two hours might be a bit long, but it ended in no time. It was a packed tour that allowed us to enjoy the fun of riding a Segway while also learning about the history of the Big Island. Plus, we had the bonus of the sunset. Additionally, Alan edited and sent us videos he took during the tour, which became a wonderful memory. Mahalo! The hospitality was top-notch. I would love to participate again. Thank you, Nana and Alan!
セグウェイは他国のツアーで経験してますが、2時間のサンセットツアーに興味を持ち夫婦で参加。楽しかったあ。狭い場所や公道を走るとの事で、まず室内でナナさんに優しく丁寧な手ほどきを受け出発。社長のアランさんとナナさんの先導で寺院や空港跡地等をめぐるツアー。2時間は少し長いかなと思いましたがあっという間に終了。セグウェイに乗る楽しさと共にハワイ島の歴史にも触れられるてんこ盛りツアー。サンセットのおまけ付き。また、ツアー中にアラン社長が撮影した動画を編集して送って頂き、これは何よりもいい思い出となりました。Mahalo! ホスピタリティー最高。また参加したいと思います。ナナさん、アランさん。有難う御座いました！
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This tour was wonderful. I’d been to Pearl Harbor years ago with family. The tour added an xtra touch - our tour guide, Marlon, was an added bonus. He spoke with reverence and compassion and gave us a lot of local information and history. Definitely recommend!
This tour is highly recommended! You can taste Hawaii's specialties, enjoy nature, and watch turtles. Even my father, who is over 60, was able to enjoy it without any difficulty. If you come to Hawaii, I definitely want everyone to experience this!
First, at the Dole Plantation, you can enjoy freshly squeezed pineapple juice for just $2.50! It's a great deal, and you can savor the true flavor of pineapple without any additives, so I absolutely recommend it!
Next, the horseback riding takes you through a forest with ups and downs, making the one-hour ride completely engaging! The horses are all thoroughbreds and very stable, so it's reassuring, and it's kind of cute when they occasionally get bored and start munching on grass (*^-^*). The staff were also very cute and kind!
After that, our guide took us to a hidden gem for garlic shrimp that locals use, and we enjoyed incredibly plump and delicious shrimp! Apparently, the garlic shrimp from the North Shore is made from fresh shrimp, making it even tastier♪
Above all, the highlight of this tour is the guide!
The amount of knowledge is amazing!! And they are entertaining! They share all sorts of interesting stories about Hawaii's history, recent events, and trendy shops, so you won't get bored during the travel time! Also, if you ask, "Are there places like this nearby?" they will guide you by car if it's close, which was very helpful☆
The guide and this route were both fantastic, so I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^▽^*)
このツアーはかなりオススメです！
ハワイの特産物を味わって、自然を楽しみ、カメを観て・・還暦を過ぎた父でも無理なく全然楽しめる内容で、ハワイに来たら是非みなさん体験して頂きたいです！
まずドールプランテーションでは搾りたてのフレッシュパイナップルジュースが2.5$で飲めてしまうお得さ！
交ざり物なしでパイナップル本来の味を楽しめるので、絶対オススメです☆
次の乗馬はアップダウンのある森の中を散策するので１時間全く飽きない！馬もみんなサラブレッドで安定している子達なので安心ですし、たまに飽きて草とか食べ始めちゃうのもなんかかわいい(*^-^*)
係りのお姉さんもとてもキュートで優しい方達でした♪
その後はガイドさんに地元の人が利用する穴場のガーリックシュリンプ屋さんを教えて頂き、それはもうプリップリでおいしい海老をいただきました！
どうやらノースショアのガーリックシュリンプは生の海老から作られているのでより美味しいらしいです♪
なんといってもこのツアーの一押しは、『ガイドさん』です！
知識量がすごい！！そしておもしろい！ハワイの歴史や最近の話、流行りのお店などありとあらゆる話を面白おかしく案内してくれるので、移動中も本当に飽きないです！
また、『こうゆうところはありますか？』と聞くと近場であれば車で案内して下さったりもするので、とても助かりました☆
ガイドさんもこのルートもとてもよかったので、ハワイに行くときはまたぜひ参加したいです！(*^▽^*)
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The sunset dinner was truly a great experience. Everything was very well organized. We were served champagne to begin with and helped ourselves to fresh cheese, crackers and fruit trays. And those were left out for everyone the entire trip, which is beneficial when you have kids who might not like the whole dinner but still want to eat something. The entire dinner was fresh and tasty, and plentiful. Beverages were refilled as necessary but there weren't a lot of soda options. The sunset was beautiful. You just have to keep watch for the ideal time to take pictures of your experience. The entertainment was great, with music and dancers. Great experience overall!!
The stargazing and sunset were beyond my expectations. I had heard it would be cold, but the warm clothing kept me comfortable, and I was able to enjoy the sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea. The bento we had along the way was delightful, featuring white rice, fried white fish, and teriyaki chicken, along with some vegetables! The taro or sweet potato was delicious. And the miso soup was a bit salty for me!
After the sunset, the stargazing was amazing. Our guide, MASA, showed us Jupiter through the telescope, and the second guide (Yona-mitchi?!) explained the stars very well! I was surprised to see the Southern Cross. I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't find out my own constellation.
Thank you for ensuring I didn't get altitude sickness and for bringing me back safely.
思っていた以上の星空とサンセットでした。寒いとは聞いて今したが、防寒具がとても暖かくマウナケアの山頂でも楽しんでサンセットを見ることができました。途中のお弁当も、久々に白いゴハンに白身のさかなのフライにチキンの照り焼きのような…と、お野菜！私は、タロ芋なのかお芋がサツマイモのようでおいしかったです。あと、お味噌汁！若干しょっぱかったかな！私には。
サンセットの後の星空観測は、ガイドのMASAさんが天体望遠鏡で木星を見せていただき２台目のガイドさん(よなみっちさん？！)が、星空の説明をしていただき良く分かりました！南十字星が見れたのがびっくりでした。私の星座も知りたかったのが、少し残念でした。
高山病にもならず無事に帰って来れてありがとうございました。
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Meal was so wonderful! Even the veggie hamburger provided us was wonderful!
The dancers were so amazing! And entertaining! Entertained to well past docking!
If I had a suggestion it would be for the website to further explain, or make it easier to order the veggie burger.
We were picked up at our resort within one minute of the scheduled time in a brand new very comfortable tour bus and the guide Henry immediately set a wonderful tone for the tour. Our entire time together his comedic delivery was flawless but he mixes it with very interesting facts about Maui history and culture which really kept our interest. His content and delivery was perfect and completed the tour rather than overpowered it; a perfect mix.
The tour stops were excellent in timing and again, Henry's information really made the difference. Of course, once we got towards the top his focus was on safety but not overpowering. He's also an excellent photographer!
The scenery of the tour by itself is breathtaking but combined with Henry's expertise it was truly memorable.
This is the number one optional tour I've participated in so far! The guide, Yamapi, really conveyed his desire for the participants to enjoy themselves, and I was moved by his hospitality. I believe this is a tour he has done many times, but I felt he delivered the best performance every time. I think that's truly amazing.
Haleakalā has an elevation similar to that of Mount Fuji, so I was a bit worried about altitude sickness, but we ascended the mountain by car with breaks along the way, which minimized the physical strain, and I had no problems at all.
The sunset viewed from the grand panorama, the shadow of the Earth, and the starry sky were beyond what can be captured in photos; the scenery I saw with my own eyes is something I will never forget for the rest of my life.
After stargazing, I felt my heart was cleansed while listening to Yamapi's stories over a warm cup of tea. Since this trip was a turning point in my life, it resonated deeply with me, and I felt motivated to keep moving forward.
Considering the history of the stars, I want to live my life to the fullest without regrets, even if it's just for the blink of an eye! I hope to bring my family here someday. Thank you so much, Yamapi!
今まで参加したオプショナルツアーの中でNo.1です！
ガイドの山ピーさんが、参加者に楽しんでもらいたいと思う気持ちが伝わってきて、そのホスピタリティにも感動しました。きっと何回も行っているツアーだと思いますが、毎回最高のパフォーマンスをされているのだなと感じました。本当にすごいことだと思います。
ハレアカラは富士山とさほど変わらない標高で、高山病なと少し心配もしていましたが、少しずつ休憩しながら車で山を上がっていくので、体の負担も最小限で、全く問題なかったです。
大パノラマで見るサンセット、地球の影、満点の星空、写真では伝えるには限界があるほど、自分の目でみた景色は、これから一生忘れることはないと思います。
スターゲイジングの後に、温かいお茶を飲みながら、山ピーさんのお話を聞いて、心が洗われた気持ちになりました。人生の分岐点での旅だったので、ぐっと刺さるものがあり、また前を向いて頑張っていこうと思えました。
星の歴史からすると、瞬き3回ほどの人生を精一杯、悔いなく生きたいと思います！
いつか家族を連れて、またここに来たいです。
山ピーさん、本当にありがとうございました！
I feel that Haleakalā has some incredible power. As I climb to the summit at 3,000 meters every day and watch the sunset and stars, I think about living life to the fullest and hope to be of help to others, even just a little. I'll do my best!
ハレアカラ山は何か凄いパワーを持っている気が致します。自分も毎日3000メートルの山頂に登りながら夕焼けと星を観ていて想うのは一生懸命生きて、少しでも人の力になれたらいいなぁと思っています。頑張ります！
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When I came to Maui, my friend told me that I should definitely experience the sunrise at Haleakalā, so I joined the tour, and it was a great decision. The guide who took us to the summit was a local and explained everything in English. Most of the participants were Americans, so if you're not confident in your English, you might feel anxious, but there weren't really any situations where English was necessary, so you can rest assured. Since it was summer in June, it wasn't too cold, so if I want to join again, I would prefer to do it during this time. It was also great that we stopped at various viewpoints on the way down. The attached photo was taken at one of these viewpoints.
マウイ島に来たらハレアカラ山のサンライズを必ず経験すべきだと友人から言われたので参加しましたが、大正解でした。山頂まで案内するガイドさんは現地の方でずっと英語で説明されてましたしツアーに参加されたのはほぼアメリカの方だったので英語が苦手な方だと不安になると思いますが、英語が必要な場面は特になかったのでご安心を。６月の夏だったからかそこまで寒くなかったので、今度また参加したい場合もこちらの時期にしたいと思いました。
下山するときにいろんな展望スポットに寄ったのもすごく良かったです。添付した写真はこの展望スポットで撮りました。
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I participated in a 120-minute sunset tour. I was able to park my rental car in the parking lot behind Ali'i Sunset Plaza. It seems that parking is free for up to two hours.
When I entered the shop, I was warmly welcomed by the president (an American), the guide Nana (a Japanese), and Mama (an American). Since there were only the two of us participating, it turned out to be a private tour. The guide explained that the president would accompany us and take videos and photos for free!
I chose a helmet with a design I liked, practiced a bit, and then we set off! We visited not only the classic spots but also beautiful and unique places that weren't even in the guidebook. The guiding method involved going to the destination on a Segway, which was great because we weren't on the Segway the whole time, so it wasn't tiring.
Especially at Old Kona Airport, it was still spacious and felt like a runway, so we could ride the Segway freely! I couldn't help but shout like Hiroyuki Ariyoshi, "Riding the Segway feels great!"
I had plenty of time to ride the Segway, and it was wonderful to chat with the president and the guide. When we returned to the office, the president showed us the videos and photos he took. They were so beautifully captured that I couldn't believe they were taken with just one iPhone! Moreover, he said he would edit them even better and send them to us!
I think this will become the best memory! I'm glad I participated! Thank you!
120分のサンセットツアーに参加しました。
レンタカーは、アリイ・サンセットプラザの裏側の駐車場に止めれました。2時間以内は、フリーみたいです。
お店に入ると、社長さん（アメリカ人）とガイドのナナさん（日本人）とママさん（アメリカ人）が優しく迎えてくれました。参加したのは僕たち２人だけだったので貸切ツアーでした。ガイドさんから、社長さんが付き添って、動画や写真をフリーで撮ってくれると説明してもらいました！
自分の好きな柄のヘルメットを選んで、練習もそこそこで、早速出発！
定番の場所はもちろん、ガイドブックにも乗っていないきれいな場所や、珍しい場所へも行ってくれました。
ガイドの方法は、目的地までセグウェイで行って、ガイドしてくれる感じです。セグウェイに乗りっぱなしじゃないので疲れなくて良かったです。
特にオールドコナエアポートは、いまでも広くて、滑走路みたいになっているので、自由にセグウェイを乗りまくれました！
有吉弘行さんみたいに、「セグウェイ気持ちいい～」って叫んじゃいますねw
セグウェイの運転もたっぷり出来て、社長さんやガイドさんと楽しいおしゃべりも出来て最高でした。
事務所に戻ると社長さんが、撮った動画や写真を見せてくれました。
iPhone一台でこんなにプロ並み撮れるの？っていうぐらいキレイに撮れてました！
しかもさらに、もっとうまく編集して送ってくれるそうです！
最高の思い出になると思います！
参加して良かったです！
ありがとうございました！
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The ranch is wonderful, and the tour content was quite good, but above all, each person working there was incredibly warm and welcoming!! After this tour, you'll definitely crave garlic shrimp! And you'll want to borrow a lot of DVDs! Haha, I want to go back when my child is born and grows up!
牧場も素敵で、ツアーの内容もかなり良かったですがなにより働いてる方1人1人がすごく温かく対応してくれます！！このツアーの後はガーリックシュリンプが食べたくなりますよ！そしてたくさんDVD借りたくなります！笑 子供が産まれて大きくなったらまた行きたいです！
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I decided on this tour/adventure package because it’s something that really interests me. From the coffee, to the excellent bbq picnic, the solar view of the sun setting, and of course the stars! Todd was our guide and he was so professional and was beyond knowledgeable in each area of the tour. He made everyone feel comfortable and was very engaging. I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone wishing to do something that feels laid back, but covers a lot of ground.
It was my first time going to the Haleakalā sunset, and I was very moved by the sunset.
The guide only spoke English, so there were a few parts that were a bit difficult to understand, but I enjoyed it without any problems.
The food was delicious.
I think it would have been even better if I had done more research beforehand.
ハレアカラ サンセットに行くのは初めてでしたので、
その夕陽はとても感動しました。
ガイドさんが英語オンリーでしたので、ちょっと分かりにくい
ところもありましたが、問題なく楽しめました。
食事も美味しかったです。
事前に自分で下調べしたらもっとよかったかと思いました。
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Beautiful views. It is a lot of fun. Great entertainment. Nice people. Would recommend it.
I participated alone, but the guide, Matsuzaki, was incredibly interesting and kind, making me feel comfortable throughout the tour. The sunset was simply breathtaking and wonderful beyond words.
一人参加でしたけど、とにかくガイドの松崎さんがものすごく面白く優しい方でツアー中居心地が良かったです。日没はもう圧巻としか言いようがない位素晴らしかったです。
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A friend recommended that I go up to nearly 4,000 meters on Mauna Kea, so I found this tour and joined. I was looking forward to enjoying the starry sky as we drove there, but due to an unexpected wildfire, we could only climb partway and had to turn back. Although I couldn't see the stars at the summit, the guide was very thoughtful and stopped the car at various points so we could admire the night sky. We were also able to see a beautiful sunset. It was extremely cold, but the guide lent me a cozy warm jacket, which was a lifesaver! I hope to be able to see the stars at the summit next time...
友人から「マウナケア4000メートル近くまで行くのがお勧め」と言われ、このツアーを見つけて参加しました。星空を楽しみに車で向かいましたが、まさかの山火事で途中までしか登れずUターンすることに…。山頂で星空を見ることはできませんでしたが、ガイドさんもいろいろ考えてくれて途中途中で車を止めながら星空を眺めることができました。それにサンセットはきれいにみることができました。めちゃくちゃ寒かったですが、ガイドさんがモコモコの防寒着を貸してくれたので助かりました！次回は山頂で見られますように…
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