All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

It was raining at the Onizuka Visitor Center, but thanks to MASA's energy, by the time we reached the summit, the rain had stopped. We were able to take photos that made it look like we were flying in the sky with a broom against the backdrop of the sunset. The stargazing afterward was challenging due to the clouds, and we desperately searched for a spot where we could see the stars, ultimately finding the best position for stargazing that night. ISHIKAWA's explanations of the constellations were clear and very enjoyable. I want to go again during the new moon in June.

オニヅカビジターセンターでは雨でしたが、MASAさんのパワーで山頂に着く頃には雨がやみ、箒を使って夕日の中で空を飛んでいるような写真を撮ってもらえました。その後の星空観測は雲が多く、星が見えるポイントを必死に探しその日のベストポジションで星空観測。ISHIKAWAさんの星座の説明は判りやすく、とっても楽しいかったです。次回は、6月の新月の時に行きたいです。

The guide maintained just the right distance. I enjoyed listening to the stories in the car. They even asked if we wanted to take photos. Our pickup time was 1:30 PM, and it took quite a while until the last participant was picked up, but we had time for restroom breaks at each hotel and to look around the hotels, which was nice. It felt like we were driving around the Big Island, and that was enjoyable too. I was worried about altitude sickness since it was my first time climbing a high mountain, but I followed the guide's instructions and made it back safely. The sunset was cloudy, so we couldn't see a beautiful sunset, but the light from the sun and the clouds created a magical landscape. I was so happy and moved to be here. The starry sky was not visible at the summit due to clouds, so we saw it a little lower down the mountain. It was incredibly beautiful and clear, as if the clouds had never been there. The number of stars was amazing! We could see the Milky Way clearly! I was so moved. We even took photos with the Milky Way in the background, and I truly felt it was worth coming here. 😊

ガイドの方は丁度いい距離感でした。車内のお話も聞いていて楽しかったです。写真撮りますか？と自らお声掛けして下さいます。私達のピックアップの時間が1時30分で最後の参加者の方のピックアップまで結構かかりましたが、ホテルごとにトイレ休憩やホテル内を見れる時間があったのと、ハワイ島をドライブしているようでそれも楽しかったです。初めて高い山に登ったので高山病が心配でしたがガイドさんの指示に従って無事帰ってこれました。サンセットは雲があり綺麗な夕陽は見れませんでしたが、太陽の光と雲で幻想的な風景が見れました。ここに来れたことが嬉しくて感動しました。星空は山頂の方は雲で見えませんでしたので少し山を下ったところで見ました。先程まで雲に覆われていたのが嘘のように綺麗で澄んだ星空が見えました。星の数がすごい！天の川も普通に見える！感動しました。天の川を背景に写真も撮っていただき、本当に来て良かったと思いました(^^)

Whether you can see it or not all depends on luck. This time, fortunately, there were some clouds, but I was able to fully enjoy the sunset.

見られるか見られないか、すべては運によりますね。
今回は幸い多少の雲はありましたが、サンセットを満喫できました。

Awesome show! Went to another luau a few years ago at the Polynesian Culture Ctr and was bored! But this show was 100% better and this show flows.

My wife and I had a great time at your show well worth the evening

Horseback riding was very enjoyable, and the staff at the ranch only spoke English but were very kind. The horses were very well-trained, and although I have a little riding experience, I think even beginners can ride comfortably.
However, the person who guided us...
They weren't a bad person, but they spoke unilaterally without checking in with us. It felt like they were progressing through the tour like a factory assembly line, just going through the motions. I intended to ask for lunch as well, but when was the order taken? At one point during the drive, lunch was mentioned, but they didn't take our order. The guide seemed to think that since there was no lunch order, everyone should take care of it themselves. As a result, everyone in the vehicle ended up getting lunch on their own.

乗馬はとても楽しく牧場の人も英語でしか話せませんでしたがとても親切でした。馬もとても慣れていて、私は乗馬経験が少しありますが、初心者でも安心して乗馬が出来ると思います。
ただ、観光を案内してくれる人が・・・
悪い人ではないのですが、一方的に話をして確認をとったりしない。工場での流れ作業の様に一人で淡々と進めていく感じでした。昼食もお願いするつもりでしたが、いつ注文？一度運転中に話をしている中で昼食についても話がでましたが、注文をとってくれませんでした。ガイドさんは昼食の注文がなかったので、各自でとって下さい。と注文をとったつもりでいた様でしたが、おかげで車中全員が各自で昼食をとりました。

The guide's talk, which included local information, was fascinating, and I was able to enjoy myself throughout. The sunset above the clouds and the starry sky from the mountaintop were incredibly beautiful and exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail to ensure participants were comfortable made it a great tour where I felt the hospitality. It's a highly recommended tour that I would love to join again when I visit Maui.

ガイドさんの現地情報も含んだトークが興味深く、終始楽しく過ごすことができました。山の上から見た雲上のサンセットと満天の星空は想像以上に素晴らしく美しい景色で感動しました。参加者が快適に過ごせるよう細かな所まで気を配っていただき、ホスピタリティを感じる良いツアーでした。
またマウイに行ったら参加したいと思えるとてもおすすめのツアーです。

I would like to thank our guide, Yamauchi, for the thorough preparations that ensured we could definitely observe the starry sky. I was surprised to see that there was a telescope with GPS as well.

星空を確実に観測出来るよう周到な準備を頂いたガイドの山内さんに感謝します。GPS付きの望遠鏡もあるなんてビックリしました。

There are several tour companies that offer sunset and stargazing tours at the summit of Mauna Kea, but I chose the tour from Mauna Kea Nature School. I believe a lot depends on the guide's skills, and I'm glad I made this choice. The guide's storytelling was excellent, making the half-day tour feel shorter. On the day of the tour, we were fortunate with the weather at the summit and were able to see a beautiful sunset and a stunning starry sky. Participating in this tour made me feel like I achieved half of my travel goals. I would join again.

マウナケア山頂サンセット＆スターゲイジングツアーを催行しているツアー会社は複数社あるようですが、私はマサシネイチャースクールのツアーを選びました。ガイドさんの力量によるところも多いとは思いますが、選んで良かったです。ツアー中の話術も巧みで半日間のツアーも短く感じれるようでした。当日は山頂の天気にも恵まれて綺麗なサンセットと綺麗な星空を見られましたし、このツアーに参加して今回の旅行の半分の目的が達せられた気分です。また参加します。

On October 30th, we participated as a couple.
We were overwhelmed by the incredible beauty of nature that you can't see in reality.
The sunset sinking into the clouds.
The shadow of the Earth that can only be seen here.
The colors of the sky between evening and night.
We couldn't move from the sunset spot; we wanted to keep watching it forever.
As the sun set further, we even got to see the night view of the town of Kona, which made us forget about car sickness.
The main event was the breathtaking starry sky.
You have to see it in person to understand; it's definitely worth it.
The number of stars is unmatched by any other stargazing spot.
I never thought the Milky Way could be so captivating.
From start to finish, everything captivated my heart, leaving me speechless, with countless memories that can't be captured in photos.
And our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, brought out the best in this experience.
I never expected to see him featured in a travel guide. (laughs)
He carefully shared detailed recommendations for spots on Maui, showcasing the greatness of this island that could change one's perspective on life.
All his stories left a lasting impression on me.
Perhaps because of such a wonderful guide, the other participants were also amazing people.
I will definitely return to Maui!
Thank you for the wonderful tour!
For those considering it, you absolutely should take this tour!
Oh, and if you're prone to motion sickness, you'll need some medication.

10月30日、夫婦で参加しました。
現実では見られないような自然の凄さに圧倒されました。
雲に沈む夕陽。
ここでしか見られない地球の影。
夕方と夜の間の空の色。
サンセットスポットから足が動かず、いつまでも見ていたかったほど。
さらに日が沈み、まさかのコナの街並みの夜景まで見れて車酔いなんて吹っ飛んだほど。
最大のメインイベントはあっと驚く満天の星。
これは実際に見ないと伝わらないので、絶対見る価値あり。
どんな星空スポットも叶わないほどの星の数。
天の川がこんなに心を奪われるものだと思わなかった。
始まりから終わりまで全てに心を奪われ、言葉を失い、写真には収まらない思い出がたくさん。
そして、それを最大限に発揮させてくれたガイドのヤマウチさん。
まさかるるぶに載ってるとは思いませんでした。笑
マウイ島のオススメスポットを細かく丁寧に教えて頂き、この島の素晴らしさ、人生観を変えるほどの島の偉大さ。
どのお話も心に残りました。
そんな方のツアーだからか、同乗の方達もとても素晴らしい方達でした。
また、マウイ島に絶対戻ってきます！
ステキなツアーをありがとうございました！
検討されてる方は絶対このツアーにすべきです‼️
あっ、乗り物に弱い方は酔い止めが必要です

This was my second time participating (I joined at the request of my companion).
Last time it was cold, so I was fully prepared with tights, pants, and Heattech! It felt like summer in Hawaii, haha.
This time, it wasn't cold at all. I didn't need the tights...

There are differences depending on the time of year, and it seems that summer is definitely warmer (last time was in May and it was cold...).

No matter how many times I go, the bento and miso soup are consistently delicious!

And the views are amazing! The sunset and starry sky were beautiful no matter how many times I saw them.

２回目の参加でした（同行者の希望で参加）
前回が寒かったので、完全防備の
タイツにズボン、ヒートテック！で常夏のハワイ笑
今回は、全く寒くなかったです
タイツは要らなかったなぁ…

参加する時期によって差があり、
夏の時期のほうがやっぱり温かいそうです
（前回が５月で寒かった…）

何度いってもお弁当とお味噌汁は
安定の美味しさ！

そして、最高の景色！
夕焼け、星空は何度見てもきれいでした

The weather was great, and I encountered a sea turtle along the way. Communicating with the horse was also enjoyable. They paired me with a smaller mare that matched my height. Since it's a Thoroughbred, I wondered if it used to be a racehorse! I had a wonderful experience.

天候にも恵まれて、途中ウミガメにも遭遇しました。お馬さんとのコミュニケーションも楽しいです。お馬さんは、わたしの身長に合わせて小さめの牝馬をパートナーにしてくれました。
サラブレッドですので、むかし競走馬だったのかな！とか思いながら楽しい経験できました。

We had such a great time! Joshua and Melissa were the best tour guides we have ever had on the island. Joshua was so knowledgeable, friendly, and very engaging. When we bring our kids back, we definitely would go again and request him as our tour guide. Melissa’s banana bread was super tasty.

The guide, who was of Japanese-Hawaiian descent, was enjoyable! I was able to hear about history and interesting anecdotes. Also, the tour took us to several places that would be difficult to visit on my own. Riding horses by the beach was incredibly refreshing.

日系ハワイアンの方のガイドがたのしかったです！
歴史やこぼれ話などきくことが出来ました。
また、ツアーでは自分だけでいくには難しい場所にいくつもいけました。
海辺での乗馬は最高に気持ちよかったです。

I participated in a trip with my girlfriend. The general flow was picking up participants at various locations → a break at Dole Plantation → free time in Haleiwa → horseback riding experience. At Dole Plantation, the pineapple ice cream is a specialty and it was sweet and delicious. Haleiwa (in the photo) is a nice place where I could shop at the newly opened Snoopy limited edition store and enjoy gourmet food at a restaurant famous for garlic shrimp. I had no prior experience with horseback riding, but they kindly taught me how to ride. The horses were all calm and easy to ride. Being able to ride for over an hour while enjoying the scenery was a valuable experience. The guide was also very kind, the explanations were easy to understand, and they were friendly! It was a very satisfying tour.

彼女との旅行で参加しました。大まかな流れは各地で参加者をピックアップ→ドールプランテーションで休憩→ハレイワで自由行動→乗馬体験でした。 ドールプランテーションではパイナップルのアイスが名物ですが甘くて美味しかったです。ハレイワ(写真)は雰囲気のいい場所で、新しくできたスヌーピーの限定ショップで買い物をしたり、ガーリックシュリンプが有名なお店でグルメを楽しむことができました。乗馬は未経験でしたが丁寧に乗り方を教えていただきました。馬はみな大人しく乗りやすかったと思います。景色を楽しみながら1時間以上も乗馬をできるのは貴重な経験でした。ガイドの方もとても親切で説明もわかりやすく、フレンドリーでした！大満足なツアーでした。

Three years ago, when I participated, I encountered road closures and couldn't reach the summit, so I ended up watching the sunset and stargazing from a small hill along the way. This time, I joined to take revenge on that experience, and with the good weather and unusual clouds, the reflection of Mauna Kea and the shadows of the clouds on the opposite side of the sunset were truly enchanting.

3年前に参加した時は、現地の道路封鎖にあって、頂上までは行けずに
途中の小山で夕陽を見て星空観察となってしまいました。今回はそのリベンジをするべく参加しましたが好天と珍しい雲をみて、夕日と反対側に映った
マウナケアと雲の影が実に幻想的でした。

This was my second sunset and stargazing tour. Just like last time, we were blessed with good weather and had a wonderful time. The explanations about the stars were very clear and easy to understand.

二回目のサンセットと星空ツアーでした。
前回同様天候に恵まれ、ステキな時間を過ごせました。
星空は色々解説頂いたのでわかりやすかったです。

During the pickup, the guide informed us that the roads were closed due to snowfall and that cancellations were possible. On the way to the pickup, there were several groups who decided to cancel. We thought of this as an experience and continued on to the Onizuka Center. We waited while eating our lunch, hoping that the weather would clear up and the road would be reopened, but in the end, it was not.

After that, we hurriedly searched for a good spot to see the sunset and drove the van. Thanks to that, we were able to enjoy a beautiful sunset and starry sky. The photos taken can be downloaded later.

Finally, we received a re-participation ticket valid for one year. It seems we need to apply directly on the website rather than through here, but I definitely want to challenge this again next year. Also, I was happy to meet BigJin, who helped us on a previous tour, after eight years.

お迎えの時にガイドさんから、降雪のため道路封鎖中、キャンセルも可とお話しいただきました。ピックアップの途中、キャンセルされる方も幾組あり。私たちは、これも何かの経験だと思い、そのままオニヅカセンターまで行きました。きれいに晴れてこのまま閉鎖が解除されるといいなとお弁当を食べながら待っていましたが、結局解除されず。
そのあと、サンセットを見るために、大急ぎできれいに見られる場所を探してバンを走らせました。おかげで美しいサンセットと星空を見ることができました。撮っていただいた写真はあとからダウンロードできます。
最後に、1年以内有効の再参加チケットをいただきました。こちらからではなく、直接サイトに申し込む必要があるそうですが、ぜひ、来年チャレンジしたいと思います。
あと、以前のツアーでお世話になったBigJinさんと8年ぶりにお会いできて、それがうれしかったです。

Absolutely exquisite, breathtaking views throughout the tour. Lunch was amazing - best Italian I've ever had! Very comfortable bus with plenty of large windows. Excellent driver/tour guide. Highly recommend this experience!

This was an awesome tour. My husband and I really enjoyed the tour and the tour guide. The tour guide knew the history and also made it funny.

I wasn't able to see the moment the sun set, but the sunset was magical, and I experienced a little rain. I saw lightning in the clouds at my feet, which was a precious experience. The starry sky was amazing and became a lifelong memory. I left something in the car. I called the company the next day, and they immediately checked the car for me. They informed me that it would be picked up at my hotel the following day. The staff's efforts to entertain and their prompt problem-solving actions are truly commendable.

夕日が沈む瞬間は見ることができませんでしたが、夕焼けは幻想的で少ない雨も体験でき、足元の雲の中で稲光が光り、貴重な体験をいたしました。星空は最高で一生涯の思い出になりました。車に忘れ物をしてしまいました。翌日会社に電話をしましたが、すぐ車内を見てくださり、翌日滞在先のホテルでピックアップがあるとのことで届けてくださいました。スタッフの人を楽しませる努力と即問題解決に対応する行動は激賞に値します。

I knew it was a full moon season, but I definitely want to go during a dark moon phase next time. It's a shame I couldn't schedule it due to work commitments. The experience met my expectations. Good job!

時期的に、満月だということがわかっていましたが、次回はぜひ暗い月齢時に
行きたい。　　　なかなか業務上予定がとれなくて残念
内容は、期待どおりでした。　　　Ｇｏｏｄ　Ｊｏｂ

They also stopped by a local supermarket, which was great. It's reassuring to acclimatize to avoid altitude sickness while heading to the summit. If possible, I think participating during the new moon would allow for a beautiful view of the Milky Way. Stargazing was very enjoyable, with chairs to sit on, blankets available, and a warm tea gathering.

地元スーパーマーケットにも寄ってくれたり、盛り沢山。高山病にならないように体を慣らしながら山頂に行くので安心です。出来るなら、やっぱり新月に参加すると、天の川がキレイに見えると思います。星空観察はいすに座って、毛布もあり、温かいお茶会もありとても良かったです。

The weather forecast predicted rain and thunderstorms, but it turned out to be cloudy and not too hot, which was actually nice.

During the Haleiwa tour, they asked about my personal preferences and places I wanted to visit, allowing us to spend our time efficiently. If I could wish for anything, it would be an additional 15 minutes of stay time, as that would allow for a more relaxed experience.

The horseback riding by the beach was amazing! The feeling of openness when we emerged from the forest to the seaside was the best! I was healed by the sound of the waves while strolling.

Next time, I want to try horseback riding in the canyon!

天気予報は雨、雷マークでしたが、曇り空で暑すぎずかえって良かったです(^^)
ハレイワ観光は事前に個人の好み、行きたい場所を聞いてくださり、効率よく過ごせました。
欲を言えばあと15分滞在時間が長ければ、ゆとりを持って行動できると思います。
海辺乗馬は林を抜けて海辺に出た時の開放感は最高！波の音を聞きながらの散策に癒されました(^^)
次回は渓谷乗馬に挑戦したいなあ〜

We participated as a family of four. On the day of the event, we couldn't see the sunset due to the clouds, but the stargazing after moving to a different location was wonderful. After sunset, the stars began to appear one by one, and in the end, we were treated to a sky full of stars and the Milky Way. I was able to see two shooting stars with my own eyes for the first time. They really do exist!

I was amazed that we could drive all the way up to the summit at 4,200 meters. It was a valuable experience to see Japan's Subaru Telescope and observatories from various countries.

Additionally, as an apology for the delay in the hotel pickup, we received a small bag of Kona coffee, which made me feel the sincerity of their proper Japanese hospitality. I would love to join guide Tyler again!

家族４人で参加しました。
当日は雲の影響で、夕陽は見れませんでしたが、場所を移動しての天体観測は素晴らしかったです。
日没後、少しずつ星が現れ始め、最後は降るような星空と、天の川になりました。
流れ星も2つ？、生まれて初めて肉眼で確認出来ました。本当にあったんですね。
4200メートルの頂上まで車で行けるのが凄いと思いました。日本の昴展望台や、各国の観測所も見る事が出来て、貴重な体験でした。
また、ホテルのPick upが遅れたお詫びに、コナコーヒーの小袋をいただき、きちんとした日本的な対応で誠意を感じました。
ガイドのタイラさん、またご一緒したいです!

The long-awaited starry sky of Hawaii Island.
With only five days until the full moon, I was worried about whether I would be able to see it properly, but I was able to see incredibly beautiful stars.
The moonlight was bright, and I thought it might have been even more beautiful with a new moon or with the starry sky and sunrise.
The explanations about the stars were easy to understand and simply moving.
Dinner also came with miso soup! It was really delicious.
The sunset was beautiful, and the explanations about the stars were great. Above all, they took a lot of photos and provided them for free download later! They were far more beautiful than what I could take myself, and the guide was very good at talking! It was the Ishikawa group, and it was so interesting and fun. Keita and Masa were incredibly enjoyable! If I go to Hawaii Island again, I will definitely participate!

念願のハワイ島の星空。
満月まであと5日だったので、ちゃんと観れるか不安でしたが、すっごく綺麗な星観れました。
月明かりが明るくて新月か、星空と朝日だったらもっと綺麗だったかなと思いました。
星の説明もわかりやすくただただ感動。
夕飯も味噌汁付き！すごく美味しかった。
夕日も綺麗だし、星の説明も、なにより写真をたくさん撮ってくれてあとから無料でダウンロード！自分で撮るよりはるかに綺麗だし、ガイドさんが話し上手！いしかわ号でしたが、もう面白くて楽しくて。けいたさんとまささん、めちゃめちゃ楽しかった！またハワイ島に行ったら絶対に参加します！

It was really great! Just one word.
Beyond my expectations.
The guide, Yamapi, was very knowledgeable.
I got to see the starry sky and sunset at the best timing and the best place!
I was truly happy to see the blue sapphire and yellow diamond stars, Saturn's rings, and the moon's craters.
Thank you for all the various stories, souvenirs, and delicious restaurant information as well.

とっても良かったです！の一言です。
予想以上。
知識豊富なやまぴーさんのガイド。
星空もサンセットもベストタイミングで、ベストプレイスでみせてもらいました！
ブルーサファイヤとイエローダイアモンドの星、土星の輪っか、月のクレーター観れたことは、本当に嬉しかったです。
他にもいろんなお話、、お土産や美味しいレストラン情報などなども含め、ありがとうございました。

They will pick you up at the hotel lobby around 2 PM.
It’s cold at the summit, but they provide warm clothing, so you don’t need to prepare anything special. They also lend gloves.
You will have your meal around 4 PM, but since I wasn't very hungry, I couldn't eat much. The miso soup was delicious.
After that, they will take photos at the observatory and other spots.

The sunset changes with the weather, so please pray for good weather that day!

As for stargazing, it was the day after the full moon, so the moon was quite bright, and I was told that the stars would quickly disappear, but I still enjoyed it thoroughly.

14時前後にホテルロビーに迎えに来てくれます。
山頂は寒いですが、上下の防寒具を貸してもらえるため、特にこちらでの対策は不要です。手袋も貸してくれます。
食事のお弁当が16時前後に食べることになりますが、お腹がすいていないこともあり、あまり食べられませんでした。味噌汁がおいしかったです。
その後、天文台などで写真を撮ってくれます。

サンセットは空模様で変わりますので、その日の天候を祈ってください笑

星空観測は満月の翌日だったこともあり、かなり月が明るく、星がすぐに消えてしまうよーと言われましたが十分にたのしめました。

I was able to see live performances and hula dancing, and I had a great time on board. Being a sacred place, I also felt a sense of power. I want to go again. Mahalo.

生演奏やフラダンスも見れ、
楽しく乗船できました。
聖地という事で、パワーも頂きました。
また、行きたいです。
mahalo

This was a great activity. The boat ride was great. The captain's commentary was insightful and the scenery was beautiful. The entertainment was also very good.