All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

The trip was great, the entertainment was great.Enjoyed all there was to see and would be great for all ages.

This was purchased as a birthday gift for my sister. She has always been fascinated by volcanoes and it's been her lifelong dream to come to the island and see the volcano for herself. She was incredibly excited to have this tour. However, the day before it was scheduled, she received a call and was told that there had been a mistake when recording her reservation and they no longer had room for her on her scheduled date. They offered to move her reservation to a different day or to schedule her for the same day as her initial reservation for instead for the Epic Circle Island Volcano Journey. She chose to keep her originally scheduled day and do the Epic Circle Island Volcano Journey.

The woman who called was very apologetic and kind, let's face it, humans make mistakes sometimes, we've all done it. They did their very best to make it right. In the end, my sister said her experience was incredible and she was glad there had been a little bit of a mix up, because she thought the tour she went on was better (granted, that is based purely on the description of the originally scheduled tour).

Her guide was knowledgeable and told all kinds of stories about Pele and the island and recounted the history of the volcano. The lava tube they visited was unique and interesting and fascinated her.

Overall, it was a huge win and even in spite of the little problem I would definitely book again!

Outstanding service. This was a once in a lifetime experience for us. History is awesome.

This tour is fantastic. We enjoyed every minut from start to the end. Beautiful views and the best guide ever.

It was a very nice tour. We realy recommend it for everyone.

The Polynesian Cultural Center was truly wonderful and moving. I've been to Hawaii several times, but this was my first visit here. I thought it was a bit expensive, but I believe it was worth even more than that. Next time, I would like to participate in a tour of just the gardens. The transportation was also efficient and comfortable.

ポリネシアカルチャーセンターは、大変すばらしく、感動しました。ハワイは何回か行っていますが、こちらは初めて行きました。少々高いかと思いましたがそれ以上の価値があると思いました。次回は園のみの観光があれば参加したいです。送迎も手際よく快適でした。

To acclimate to the high altitude, we took two breaks that included meals, and on the way to the summit, we could see Mauna Loa from the car window, which was breathtaking!

Once we reached the summit, we took a commemorative photo with the sunset in the background. Unfortunately, there were some clouds that day, so the sunset wasn't as impressive, but when we descended a bit to the stargazing point, the night sky was beautifully clear. The guide explained about the stars, and I was delighted to see my birth month constellation.

We also saw artificial satellites, shooting stars, and through a telescope, we were able to view Jupiter and its four moons. I felt secure as we had warm clothing, including a jacket, pants, and gloves. It was a fantastic experience!

最初高地に慣れるため、2回食事を兼ねた休憩を取り、山頂へ、車窓にはマウナロアも見えて
感動！
山頂についてまず夕日をバックに記念撮影この日はあいにく雲があって夕日はいまいちでしたが、少し下って星空観測ポイントについたら、
星空がキレイにみえました、ガイドさんが星について説明をしてくれて自分の誕生月の星座もあり嬉しかったです。
人工衛生、流れ星、望遠鏡で木星と4個の衛星を見せてくれました。
防寒着もジャケットとズボンと手袋がついていたので安心でした。とても良かったです！

Star Tour

Beautiful sunset, earth blue, and a starry sky! (It was close to a new moon) It was a very satisfying tour! Since it was a tour where we could move around by car, it was fine not to wear trekking shoes. I didn't imagine it would get that cold, but even with a shirt, hoodie, ultra-light down jacket, fleece-lined tights, a stole, the jacket I borrowed, gloves, and a blanket, I still felt cold. They mentioned it was good that there was no wind, but if you don't need it, you can leave everything in the car, so if you're sensitive to the cold, it's better to bring some extra layers. You can take really beautiful photos with a DSLR or mirrorless camera!

Since it's a natural experience, I can't guarantee the conditions will be perfect, but if you're going to Maui, I think this is a tour you absolutely should participate in. I definitely want to come back again.

星ツアー

綺麗な夕焼け、アースブルー、満点の星空！(新月に近かったため)大満足のツアーでした！
車で全て移動できるツアーなのでトレッキングシューズじゃなくても大丈夫でした。
そこまで寒くなることを想像できずにいましたが、シャツ、パーカー、ウルトラライトダウン、裏起毛のタイツ、ストール、お借りしたジャケットに手袋、毛布でも寒さを感じました。風がなくてまだよかったとの話でしたが、いらなければ車に全て置いておけるので寒いのが苦手な方は持って行った方がいいです。
一眼やミラーレスだと本当に綺麗な写真が撮れます！

自然のことなので、コンディション良くしっかり見られるかわかりませんが、マウイ島へ行くのであれば、絶対に参加すべきツアーだと思いました。また絶対に来たいです。

The food was exceptional especially considering the number of people being served. The staff was polite and very accommodating. The young entertainers interacted with the crowd and performed in their traditional attire. We came back to the port with a bang, singing and dancing. I would definitely recommend this cruise. My only disappointment was that the harbor/tower area used to be filled with shops. It was our last night on the island and it would have been nice to purchase those last minute sovereigns. Now it’s just empty with a few eateries.

My first time on the Big Island and my first nature tour started with a lot of uncertainty, but my worries quickly disappeared, and I was overwhelmed with emotion! As soon as we began climbing Mauna Kea, we encountered beautiful rainbows at three different spots. We took regular breaks to acclimate our bodies and had an early dinner. The miso soup was a blessing. Everyone wore highly effective cold-weather gear as we made our way to the summit. The air was thin, so we took deep, long breaths one at a time. The breathtaking sunset was truly overwhelming. After about an hour of waiting, excited by the increasing number of stars, I saw a multitude of stars I had never seen before, each twinkling felt so close. The telescope showed us the bands of Jupiter and four planets clearly! The lecture about constellations and the movement of stars was easy to understand and great. On the way back, I became so sleepy that I nearly fell asleep until we arrived, but they kindly dropped me off at the entrance of my accommodation, providing excellent service until the very end. Thanks to the attentive care from our two guides, this tour filled with first-time experiences became a fun and worry-free time that flew by.

初めてのハワイ島、初めてのネイチャーツアー、わからないことだらけで出発しましたが、もう心配なんてすぐに吹っ飛び、感動の連続！マウナケアに登り始めてすぐ、３か所で美しい虹に出会えました。休憩をこまめに取りながら、体を慣らして、早めの夕食。お味噌汁がありがたい。防寒効果の高いウエアを全員が身に着けて山頂へ。空気が薄いので、ひと呼吸ずつ深く長く。で、ゆっくりと沈む美しいサンセセットに圧倒的感動。少しずつ増える星の数にワクワクしながら待つこと１時間ほどで、見たことのない星の数、一つ一つの輝きがとても近くに感じる。望遠鏡で見せてくれた木星の筋と惑星４つまでくっきり！星座についてのレクチャー、星の動き、わかりやすくてよかった。帰りは我慢できないほど眠くなったので、到着までほぼ爆睡してしまいましたが、宿泊先の入り口まで送っていただき、最後の最後まで至れり尽くせり。ガイドのお二人、細やかにケアしていただいたおかげで、初めてづくしのツアーで安心して楽しいあっという間の時間になりました。

Boat is well kitted out with good gear. Staff are on hand to help and provide support if required. Breakfast and lunch were perfect for a morning on the water. Even got to try paddle boarding without having to pay extra for hire

- All three attractions were amazing. The location tour, jungle exploration, and historical explanations were all interesting and easy to understand. While looking at other attractions, I definitely wanted to participate in the interactive ones.
- The movie location tour was very intriguing, as there were various filming sites besides Jurassic Park.

・三つのアトラクション全て最高でした。ロケ地巡り、ジャングル探検、歴史　的なもの全て説明も面白く、分かりやすく良かったです。他のアトラクショ　ンを見ていると、参加型で是非参加したいアトラクションでした。
・映画ロケ地巡りではジェラシックパーク以外にも色々な撮影があったという　ことで非常に興味深かったです。

Every year during New Year's, I go to the Big Island (Waikoloa) and Oahu. My wife and I had our first submarine experience, and I couldn't believe we were diving more than 17 to 20 meters underwater. It was moving to see the ocean floor, coral reefs, various fish, and turtles. It was a wonderful experience.

There are four departures a day, but we chose the morning course with explanations and guidance in Japanese. Although the voice was a bit hard to hear, I was glad we chose the Japanese guidance. However, I was at the Atlantis office, and the explanations for the pier and boarding area were very unclear. I think it would have been better if there were signs or something similar.

毎年正月はハワイ島（ワイコロア）とオアフ島に行きます。妻と二人、初めての潜水艦体験で、海の中１７、２０メーター以上潜るとは信じられませんでした。海底、珊瑚礁、いろいろな魚、亀を見られたときは感動、感動。
素晴らしい体験でした。
１日４便ありますが、私たちは、午前中の日本語での説明、案内のコースを選びました。声が少々聞き取りにくかったですが、日本語での案内を選んで良かったと思いました。
ただ、アトランティスの事務所にいたのですが、桟橋と乗り場の説明がとてもわかりにくかったです。案内板等があれば良かったと思います。

- Taste of Kualoa Tour
In the vast nature, with easy-to-understand explanations from a Japanese guide, I was able to see various plants and also enjoyed some tastings. Since various movie filming locations and sets are still preserved, it was a lot of fun!

- Jungle Expedition & Kualoa Legends Tour
Riding in the back of a large jeep-like vehicle, we went through the jungle, which was quite thrilling. The gate from Jurassic World was there, and there were even claw marks left by the Indominus Rex on the wall! I was able to touch on history and had a very valuable experience.

- Movie Filming Locations & Ranch Tour
In the midst of wonderful scenery, the landscapes I saw in the movies spread out before me, and I was very moved! The fallen tree where Dr. Grant and the children hid from the approaching dinosaur in Jurassic Park is still there, and you can take commemorative photos there! I also got to see famous movie scenes and sets from Jurassic World and King Kong, making it the best experience!

・テイスト オブ クアロア ツアー
広大な自然の中を日本人ガイドさんのわかりやすい説明で、様々な植物を見ることができ、また試食も楽しめました。様々な映画のロケ地やセットもそのまま残されているので、とても楽しめます！

・ジャングル探検＆クアロア伝説ツアー
大型のジープのような車の荷台に乗り、ジャングルの中を抜けていくので、迫力があります。ジュラシックワールドに登場するあのゲート、そして、壁にはなんとインドミナス・レックスがつけた爪の傷跡もしっかり残されています！歴史にも触れられ、とても貴重な経験ができました。

・映画ロケ地＆牧場ツアー
素晴らしい景色の中、映画で見たあの風景が目の前に広がっていて、すごく感動しました！ジュラシックパークでグラント博士と子どもたちが、迫りくる恐竜から逃げるときに身を隠したあの倒木がそのままあり、そこで記念写真を撮ることができます！他にもジュラシックワールドやキングコングなど、有名な映画のあの景色やセットを見る事ができて最高の体験でした！

They provide winter clothing, so you don't need to bring your own. After having a meal at the Onizuka Visitor Center, we took a four-wheel drive vehicle to the summit. I felt a bit unwell after running a little at the Onizuka Visitor Center, so it was tough for a while after reaching the top. Let's all try not to run.

The weather was clear on the day, and the views of the observatories from various countries, the sea of clouds, and the sunset were all amazing. For stargazing, they used a powerful laser pointer to explain the constellations, which made it easy to understand.

It's the best activity!

防寒用の衣類は貸してくれますので、持参しなくても大丈夫です。オニヅカ・ビジターセンターで食事を摂ってから4輪駆動車で頂上まで上がります。オニヅカ・ビジターセンターで少し走ってしまったため、頂上到着後、しばらく辛かったです。皆さん、走らないようにしましょう。
当日は晴天で、各国の天文台の眺め、雲海、サンセットの眺めも最高でした。星空観測も、強力なレーザーポインターを使って星座の説明をしてくれたので、よくわかりました。
最高のアクティビティです。

We wanted to give this tour 4.5 stars but couldn't. We really enjoyed the sights and the information that our guide Steve provided. He was attentive, informative, and entertaining. One suggestion would be to have a bottle of water available for each tour guest.

My husband and I had an awesome time with our guides Joshua and Lumbo. They took us on a fun, wild-ride ATV adventure and told us some cool history about the Kipu Ranch, including details about Hollywood movies filmed there. One stop along the route included an opportunity to swing from a rope swing from the same tree (same tree, new rope) Harrison Ford used as Indiana Jones in the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark!

Another stop included a delicious lunch of sandwiches, fruit, chips, cookies, and water. I was impressed with the tablecloths and individually wrapped moist towels (actual towels) handed out to clean off all the dirt on our hands and face from our ride. It was also really interesting to chat with the guides about their lives on the island and pick their brains about Kipu Ranch trivia. Joshua just had his third child last week, and Lumbo has 6 kids!

Our final stop was at a picturesque waterfall where we were all able to swim to the waterfall!

Tips: Wear closed toed shoes you don’t mind swimming in because you must wear shoes in the water. Wear a swimsuit under your clothes if you want to swim at the waterfall or swing on the rope swing into the water. Bring a towel unless you don’t mind air drying. Also, your clothes will definitely get dirty! Keep a change of clothes in the car unless you don’t mind the dirt in your car. In case you’re wondering, the water is definitely cold.

A nice bonus is that the company gives you complementary bandannas to wear over your nose and mouth to keep the dirt out. The bandanna serves as a cool souvenir afterwards! Also, one of our guides, Joshua, was especially gifted at taking cell phone pictures. If you luck out with him as your guide, let him take your pictures!

Great tour to do if you are not familiar with Oahu. Our driver, tour guide, lunch server etc. was outstanding. Very informative and patient. I highly recommend Oahu Nature Tour. Our tour guide was Monique in case you have a choice. We attended this tour on 28 May 2019. Lunch was included at Fumi's Shrimp Shack

Our driver Brett was amazing! He was very knowledgeable about the island history, very personable and really funny. We enjoyed all of the stops along the way. It was just an enjoyable day!

As we climbed higher into the sea of clouds, we truly felt the altitude of 4,200 meters. We all watched the sunset together, and then at a slightly lower point, we enjoyed stargazing. Unfortunately, since the moon was out, we couldn't see as many stars as we had hoped. With about 20 people (two cars) and only one telescope, it would have been nice to have at least one telescope for every ten people to enjoy it more leisurely. However, it was great to see both the Southern Cross and the Big Dipper at the same time!

雲海の中をどんどん登っていき　4200メートルを実感。夕陽をみんなで観て　少し下がった地点で　星空鑑賞。月が出ていたので　思っていたほどは　星が見えず　残念。20数名(車2台)に　望遠鏡が１台。せめて　10人程度で１台有れば　ゆっくり観れたのに。南十字星と北斗七星　同時に観れて良かった！

This will be my fifth consecutive visit. Every time I go, I have fun and can relax. I'm looking forward to it again next year (probably, haha).

5年連続の利用になります。
何度行っても楽しくリラックスできます。
来年も（多分w）楽しみにしてます。

I spent my second day on the optional tour "North Shore (Haleiwa) Sightseeing and Horseback Riding." The guide provided helpful background information on the tour bus in preparation for the horseback riding experience.

The horse I rode was very calm and smart, and it did a great job walking along the uneven paths with both uphill and downhill sections. The riding experience lasted longer than I expected, so I was a bit tired, but it became a fun memory.

After that, we moved to Haleiwa Town, where I enjoyed local gourmet food that you can only find here. Since the day I participated was not on a weekend, I missed out on trying "Huli Huli Chicken," which I regret. I'll save that for next time!

オプションツアー「ノースショア（ハレイワ）観光と乗馬体験」で二日目の休暇を過ごしました。乗馬体験に備えてガイドさんが事前に予備知識をツアーバスの中で話してくれたので参考になりました。
騎乗したお馬さんはとてもおとなしくお利口さんで登り道あり、下り道ありと凹凸が結構ある道を頑張って歩いてくれました。騎乗体験が思ったより長時間だったので少し疲れましたが楽しい思い出となりました。
その後、ハレイワタウンに移動してここでしか食べれないグルメを味わいました。参加した日が土日でなかったので「フリフリチキン」が食べれなかったので心残りでした。次回のお楽しみにしておきます。

There were Moai statues, but it was disappointing that we weren't allowed to get off the bus. Also, basically, if you sit on the right side of the bus, you can enjoy various views. Sitting on the left side (driver's side) might be disappointing for those who want to take photos.

モアイ像がありましたが、バスから下ろしてくれなかったのは残念でした。
また、基本的にバスの右側の座席に座ると色々な景色を楽しめます。左側（運転席側）に座ると写真を撮影したい人にとっては残念かも

This was a GREAT sunset cruise - food was good, drinks were good (and they did not even make you give in your drink tickets so not trying to get more out of you) and the show was good.

Just one thing to improve upon:
1. Seating took way too long. You know who is coming so you should have assigned seating and it should be really quick - not making people stand in stairwell for 20 minutes just to get seated

The bento was delicious. I was so happy with the miso! As we got closer to the summit, I started to feel dizzy, but Ishikawa-san kept encouraging me to take deep breaths and exhale slowly, which helped me avoid altitude sickness. His reassurance that there were oxygen tanks available if I couldn't handle it was comforting. At the summit, it was like a different world that I had never seen before! The sunset and the starry sky were incredibly beautiful. Thank you, Masa-san, for taking so many photos. I was moved again when I looked at them. I would like to join this tour again when I come back to the Big Island.

お弁当美味しかったです。味噌嬉しかったぁ〜 だんだん頂上へ近づくにつれ頭がクラクラきましたが石川さんが小まめにゆっくり大きく息を吸って口から全部だしますよ〜....と何度も声掛けしてくれ高山病にならず無事行って来れました。我慢出来なかったら酸素ボンベありますからね〜の言葉は安心出来ました。頂上では今まで見た事のない別世界！ 夕日も星空も最高にきれいでした。まささん、たくさん写真を撮って下さり有難うございました。写真を見てまた感動感動でした。
またハワイ島に来た時はこのツアーに参加したいと思います。

The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea and the stargazing were both amazing. The summit is cold and the air is thin, but they provide warm clothing, and the altitude acclimatization is thorough, so most people can participate without issues. My wife was mostly sleeping due to altitude sickness, though...

The stargazing experience was unique as we could see both the North Star and the Southern Cross at the same time. It was fortunate that the weather was good, and it also helped that it was a night without the moon. Depending on which constellations you want to see, the timing (dates) may vary, so it might be a good idea to consult in advance.

マウナケア山頂からのサンセットも、星空観測も最高でした。
山頂は寒く空気も薄いのですが防寒着を貸してくれますし、高度順応が丁寧なので大抵の方は問題無く参加できます。私の妻は高山病で寝てばかりいましたが。。。
星空は北極星と南十字星が同時に見られるという貴重な体験も。じきがよかったこともありますが、月が出ていない夜に当たったことも良かったそうです。どんな星座が見たいのかによって時期（日付）が違いますので、事前に相談したら良いのかも知れません。

I participated in this on my honeymoon trip!
It was reassuring that both the participants and the guide were Japanese!
During the car ride, the guide shared information about the buildings and the history of Hawaii, making the journey enjoyable!
The main horseback riding experience was incredibly fun!! (≧∀≦)
We rode for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The horses were smart, very gentle, and they worked hard to climb the hills, which made them quite endearing (*´ω`*).
They provided a thorough briefing before riding, so I felt safe getting on!
I created unforgettable wonderful memories♡
I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! (*^^*)

ハネムーン旅行で参加しました！！
参加されてる方も日本人で、ガイドの方も日本人の方なので安心でした！
車での移動中もガイドさんがこの建物は〇〇ですとか、ハワイの歴史とか教えてくれるので楽しみながら移動できました！
メインの乗馬もめちゃめちゃ楽しかったです！！(≧∀≦)
たっぷり1時間15分ほど乗っていました。お馬さんもお利口でとっても穏やかで上り坂も一生懸命登ってくれてなんだか愛くるしかったです(*´ω`*)
乗馬の前にしっかりレクチャーもしてくれるので安心して乗れました！
忘れられない素敵な思い出ができました♡
ハワイ行ったらまた是非参加したいです(*^^*)

I had the best time ever with my tour guide Sammy. She was so much fun to be with. I felt like I was out with a friend for the day. She was more than happy to share her knowledge and appreciation of Hawaiian culture, heritage and history.

I learned so much that day. She made Maui come alive for me, the flora and the fauna and some stories that have been passed down through the ages.

Mahalo

Marian

I was pleasantly surprised by the delicious bento, and I was happy to have miso soup included! It was the perfect time as I was craving Japanese food!

The sunset was just beautiful! The tour guide, Ishikawa, captured both the sunset and the starry sky perfectly in photos, which made me really happy.

Ishikawa was kind enough to teach us, as we had just bought a camera and were inexperienced. He was so gentle, and I really relied on him!

Since it was close to a full moon, I was worried we wouldn't be able to see the stars, but we were able to see them perfectly. Masa's explanations about the stars were detailed, making it a really enjoyable tour! Thank you! :)

期待してなかったお弁当が美味しくて、お味噌汁まで付いてて嬉しくなりました
日本食が恋しいタイミングだったので！

夕日はとにかく綺麗でした！
夕日も星空もツアーガイドの石川さんがバッチリ写真に収めてくれて、本当に嬉しかったです

カメラを買ったばかりで不慣れな私たちに、親切に教えてくれた石川さん
優しくて、かなり頼ってしまいました！

ちょうど満月に近いタイミングだったので、星空見れないかな、と不安でしたが、バッチリ見ることもできて、マサさんの星の説明も詳しく、かなり楽しいツアーになりました！
ありがとうございました:)

I participated quite a while ago, but the detours and drive to the summit of Haleakalā, along with the guide's talk, were very interesting and made for wonderful memories. The gradient of the sunset was truly beautiful and moving. The stargazing was also enjoyable, as they provided warm clothing, hot drinks, and chairs, allowing us to relax and enjoy the experience.

かなり前に参加しましたが、ハレアカラ山頂までの寄り道やドライブ、ガイドさんのトークはとても興味深く、とてもいい思い出になりました。
サンセットのグラデーションは本当にきれいで、感動しました。
星空観測も防寒具と暖かい飲み物とチェアを用意していただき、ゆったり楽しむことができました。