Reviewed by: Y.T.
It was the best experience.
The tour was conducted entirely in English, but our guide James also mixed in some Japanese for casual conversation and explanations.
The tour started with a pickup at the Target parking lot at 1 PM, and from there, we headed to the Mauna Kea Onizuka Visitor Center in about 2 to 3 hours. After a restroom break, we finally made our way to the summit. Along the way, we stopped at the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) for some photo opportunities. We arrived at the summit before 6 PM, took some time to explore, and waited for the sunset around 6:30 PM. The view above the sea of clouds was truly magnificent during this time.
At 6:30 PM, the sunset was unobstructed and absolutely beautiful. The cirrus clouds were artistic, and I was glad to have participated.
We boarded the van before 7 PM to descend and stopped for about an hour to stargaze. We were able to see the Milky Way and the Summer Triangle. The explanation about the stars was helpful, and it was easy to see since there were no lights on the mountain.
After that, we descended in the van, took a restroom break at the Onizuka Visitor Center, returned to Kona, and disbanded at our respective drop-off locations around 10 PM.
As a solo traveler, I honestly debated between the Kilauea Volcano + stargazing tour due to financial and time considerations. However, I thought that the opportunity to see the sunset from the summit is something rare even in Japan, so I chose this tour, and it was definitely the right decision. (By the way, I visited Kilauea Volcano by car the next day.)
As a side note, the BLT sandwich was surprisingly delicious. I would love to have it again.
This tour became a valuable experience. Thank you, James.
最高の体験でした。
ツアー自体は英語オンリーでしたが、ガイドのJamesが、日本語も織り交ぜて雑談や説明をしてくれました。
ツアーとしては、13時にTarget(スーパーマーケット)の駐車場でピックアップがあり、そこから2,3時間ほどで、まずはマウナケア山のオニヅカ・ビジター・センターへ。お手洗休憩などを済ませ、いよいよ山頂へ。途中で、The Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA)などに立ち寄り、各自での写真撮影タイムもありました。山頂には18時前に到着し、しばらく散策し、18時半ごろの日の入りを待ちました。この間も雲海上の景色は本当に素晴らしかったです。
いよいよ18時半、日の入りは遮るものが何もなく、本当に綺麗でした。鱗雲も芸術的で、参加して良かったと思いました。
19時前にバンに乗り込み下山し、途中で1時間ほど星空観測をしました。天の川や夏の大三角も見れました。星空の解説もあり助かりました。山の途中で明かりがなかったのでよく見えました。
その後、バンで下山し、途中でオニヅカオニヅカ・ビジター・センターでお手洗休憩を済ませ、コナに戻り、22時頃に各自の解散場所にて解散という形です。
一人旅であり、正直、金銭面、時間面で、キラウエア火山+星空のツアーと迷いました。ただ、山頂で夕陽を見る機会なんて日本でも滅多に無いことだと思い、こちらを選びましたが、やはり正解でした。(なお、キラウエア火山には翌日車で行きました。)
余談ですが、BLTサンドイッチはビックリするほど美味しかったです。また食べたいと思いましました。
このツアーは貴重な経験になりました。James、ありがとうございました。
英語が苦手でも十分楽しめると思います。
山頂付近は夏でも結構寒い(9月で7℃でした)ので、貸し出しはありますが、防寒着は持って行った方が良いです(ヒートテック+ワイシャツでは不十分でした)。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/17 |
Reviewed by: パン君
You can enjoy a horse riding experience for about 70 minutes against the backdrop of the deep blue sea and the pure white sandy beach. Although it's horse riding, you will be walking slowly along a beautiful coastline, making it a very soothing experience. It's charming when the horse occasionally stops to take a break. Since it's on a large private property, there are hardly any people around, creating a completely extraordinary experience. The horses are well-trained, so you hardly need to use the reins. They automatically follow the horse in front, almost like self-driving. Looking back, this was the most wonderful experience of my trip to Hawaii.
真っ青な海と真っ白な砂浜を背景に約70分乗馬体験できます。乗馬といっても素敵な海岸沿いをゆっくりゆっくり歩きますので、とても癒される体験です。途中馬が歩みを止めたりするのもご愛敬。大きな私有地の中なので、ほとんど人もおらず、完全な非日常体験になりました。馬は、よく訓練されているので手綱裁きをほとんど不要です。勝手に前の馬についていくので、自動運転みたいなものでした。今回のハワイ旅行中もっとも素敵な体験であったと振り返りました。
You cannot ride a horse while carrying a backpack. They can lend you a body bag to put your phone and other items in, but since I had my own waist pouch, I was able to use that. Once you get used to r
リックサックを担いで乗馬することはできません。ケータイ等を入れるボデイバックは貸して貰えますが、僕は自分のウエストポーチをつけていたので使えました。乗馬に慣れてくるとケータイで美しい写真をとれます。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/07 |
Reviewed by: shouhei
I learned that Hawaii's plants and flowers include both native species and introduced species from Oceania and other regions. The explanation provided by the two participants was thorough and attentive. Making leis was also a wonderful, unique experience.
ハワイの植物、花には固有種とオセアニアなどからの外来種があることが良く分かった。参加者が小生ら2人で説明は丁寧に伺った。レイ作りも非日常体験で良かった。
There is nothing in particular that needs to be prepared.
特に準備することは無い。
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| Packages: | ガーデン散策+ククイナッツレイ作り体験付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/05 |
Reviewed by: カコポン
We departed from Kailua-Kona, and after a while, we encountered heavy rain. The weather wasn't great even when we entered Saddle Road. I wondered if everything would be okay, but when we arrived at the visitor center, it was cloudy and we couldn't see the summit. Trusting the words of our guide, Shoyo, who said, "The weather at the top is different," we headed towards the summit. At a certain point (around 3000m?), the clouds cleared, and it was a beautiful sunny day. He carefully explained the Palomar Observatory group as we toured around. And then came the much-anticipated sunset. It was a bit cold and windy, but we were able to see the most amazing sunset. After the sun went down, we enjoyed stargazing a little further down. We could see the Milky Way perfectly. It was great to see Saturn through the telescope. The explanation of the constellations was in Japanese, so I understood it well. It was truly a fun experience, thank you very much.
カイルアコナから出発して、しばらく行くと、大雨。サドルロードに入ってもあまり良い天気ではありませんでした。大丈夫かなと、思いながら着いたビジターセンターは曇りで、山頂は見えませんでした。「頂上の天気は違います」と言う、ガイドの翔洋さんの言葉を信じて、頂上へ向かいました。ある所(3000m位かな?)から、雲が切れて、快晴でした。パロマ天文台群を丁寧に説明して回ってくれました。そして、お待ちかねのサンセットです。風が強くて少し寒かったですが、最高の夕陽が見れました。日が暮れた後は、少し降りた所で、星空鑑賞でした。天の川もバッチリ見えました。土星🪐を天体望遠鏡で見れたのは良かったです。星座の説明は、日本語だったので、良くわかりました。本当に、楽しい体験、ありがとうございました。
The summit of Mauna Kea is cold. We participated in September, but I think the wind was strong and the perceived temperature was quite low. It's better to rent warm clothing. It's also safer to dress
マウナケアの頂上は寒いです。私たちは9月の参加でしたが、風が強くて体感温度はかなり低かったと思います。防寒着は借りた方が良いです。下も冬仕様にした方が安心です。ガイドさんは日本語が喋れるので安心です
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/25 |
Reviewed by: S.S
I was very satisfied to be able to see the beautiful sunset and starry sky. From the base, the mountaintop was covered in clouds, and I was worried about whether we would be able to see it, but we were able to see it very beautifully. During the tour, our guide, James, was always attentive and took many photos for us! Thank you!
綺麗な夕日と星空を見ることができて大満足でした。麓から見ると山頂は雲に包まれていて、無事に見れるか心配していましたが、とても綺麗に見ることが出来ました。
ツアー中はガイドのジェームスさんが常に気にかけてくれ、写真もたくさん撮ってもらいました!ありがとう!
Don't worry too much about the weather! It's a good idea to prepare for the cold! I recommend layering your clothing so you can adjust as needed.
天候を気にしすぎないこと!
寒さ対策はしていったほうが良いです!重ね着で調整できるようにするのがおすすめです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/20 |
Reviewed by: レッツゴー
It was great that I could go at my own pace. Since I don't usually exercise, there were times when it was tough to reach the summit. However, when I got to the top, I was filled with a sense of accomplishment. The view of Waikiki from there was breathtaking. I would love to join this tour again someday. Next time, I think I'll choose a time when I can see the sunrise.
マイペースで行けるというのが非常に良かった。自分は普段から運動してないので、頂上まで苦しいこともありましたが、。頂上に着いた時は達成感でいっぱいでした。そして、そこからのワイキキは絶景でした。またいつかこのツアーに参加したいです。次は日の出が見られる時間のにしようと思います。
Sneakers are better.
スニーカーのほうが良いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/23 |
Reviewed by: y.y
I booked a pickup from the Islander to the airport. I was grateful that they arrived on time, but it seemed the driver had some difficulty walking, so I had to handle my own luggage onto the bus. With a stroller and quite a bit of luggage, and since I also have trouble walking, my daughter ended up carrying everything. The foreign passengers who were sharing the ride kindly helped, but I felt quite apologetic and it made me uncomfortable.
I understand that the driver's condition is beyond their control, but since we were paying for the service, I think it would have been better if a staff member from Roberts could have assisted with the luggage. If I were younger and healthier, it might not have bothered me as much, but for someone like me with health issues, it turned into a somewhat disappointing experience.
I had arranged for a different service from Honolulu to the hotel, so I might consider using that service again next time. I don't blame the driver for their condition, but I think it would be good for Roberts to choose staff who can assist customers a bit more in situations like this.
アイランダーの場所でのお迎えで空港までを予約しました。時間通り来ていただいたので助かりましたが、運転手の方が少し足が悪いのか、トランクのバスへの持ち込みを自分でしなければなりませんでした。ベビーカーやかなりたくさんの荷物があり、私自身が足が悪いため、その荷物を全て娘が運ぶこととなりました。一緒に乗り合いでいた外人の方々が親切にも手伝ってはくれましたが、申し訳なくかなり気を遣ってしまいました。
運転手さんの足の悪いことも仕方がないとは思いますが、料金が発生している以上できればロバーツさんのスタッフの方に運んでいただければ、これほど気を使わなくてよかったかと思っております。
私も若く元気ならば気にならなかったのかもしれませんが、体も悪い私にとっては少し残念な経験となってしまっています。
ホノルルからホテルまでは別の業者にお願いをしていたので、もしかすれば次回からはそちらの業者にお願いすることになるかもしれません。足の悪い運転手さんを責める気はありませんが、ロバーツさんの方がもう少しその辺は配慮してお客様のお手伝いをできる方を選ばれるのも良いのではないかと思っております。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/24 |
Reviewed by: shige
The Maui Gold pineapple, grown at the foot of Haleakalā, is incredibly delicious. Unfortunately, my limited English skills made it difficult for me to understand most of the guide's explanations. I was impressed by how much could be said about just a pineapple. Since I had researched the origins of Maui Gold beforehand, I felt like I understood it to some extent. Everyone else was a traveler from the mainland. I struggled with the knife provided in the condominium to cut the souvenir pineapple, but it tasted even better when chilled than the samples I tried locally.
ハレアカラ山の麓で育ったMaui Goldpineappleは最高に美味しい。
残念ながら英語力が乏しい私には、ガイドさんの説明は殆ど理解出来出来ませんでした。
パイナップルだけであれ程語られるかと感服しました。
事前にマウイゴールドの成り立ちを調べていたので、何となく理解した気分です。
私達以外は全てメインランドの旅行者ばかりでした。
土産のパイナップルは、コンドミニアム備え付けの包丁では苦労しましたが、冷して食べると現地の試食より美味い。
The guide's explanations are quite long, so it's a choice between improving your English skills or enjoying the scenery.
ガイドさんの説明がかなり長いので、英語力を磨くか風景・景色を楽しむか。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/21 |
Reviewed by: mahalo
The sunset and the starry sky were beautiful. The starry sky was so stunning that I can confidently say it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The guide was also interesting and provided an easy-to-understand explanation in Japanese, which was great.
サンセットも星空もキレイでした。星空は一生に一度の経験と確信できるほど美しかったです。ガイドの方も面白く、日本語でわかりやすくガイドしてくれてよかったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/24 |
Reviewed by: The Chief rules over all of the other Luau's.
Great time Luau with all the fun, food, and Entertainment you need. The price is a little high, but well worth it for a great evening. Not out of line with other high end complete evenings with food, and entertainment like dinner and shows, or a concert, or a sporting event.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Yu
Since all participants were Japanese, it was initially assumed that the communication would be in English, but ultimately everything was conducted in Japanese. The Japanese staff made sure to accommodate only Japanese participants and were considerate right up until the last moment.
The view from the ground was obscured by cloudy skies, but once we ascended above 4,000 meters, we emerged above the clouds and were able to see a beautiful blue sky, a sea of clouds, and a stunning sunset. The explanation regarding altitude sickness prevention was thorough.
We were also able to see an incredibly beautiful Milky Way. The constellations were explained in detail, and the guide took beautiful photos with their camera.
参加者が全員日本人のため、当初は英語の前提でしたが、結果的にすべて日本語で案内してくれました。日本人は日本人だけのバンで固めてくれて直前まで気を遣ってくださいます。
地上から山頂は見えない曇り空でしたが、4000メートルを超えたあたりから雲の上に出て綺麗な青空と雲海とサンセットを見ることができました。高山病対策の説明も丁寧です。
星空もこれ以上ない綺麗な天の川を見ることができました。星座も丁寧に説明してくださり、写真もガイドさんのカメラで綺麗に撮ってくれます。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/24 |
Reviewed by: hotdoo
We weren't able to go on the memorial, I understand that, but Ranger who talked on the boat over should be given another job! One, she had to read off a paper about what happened on Dec-7. many times she lost her place and had to start over! If I couldn' t remember what happend I'd give on my job! Volunteer on Missouri was terrific,older retired military, very good presentation,knew what the hell he was talking about unlike the woman Ranger!
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| Packages: | USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri & Aviation Museum Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/11 |
Reviewed by: みやぎシスターズ
Shō-chan (the tour guide) was kind and it was so much fun! I was able to take wonderful photos! It was the best! Thank you very much!!
しょーちゃん(ツアーガイドさん)が優しくてすごく楽しかったです!
素敵な写真が撮れました!最高でした!
ありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/24 |
Reviewed by: ぱぱたま
This was my second participation in 16 years. The weather at the base was bad, but as the guide explained, it was fine at the summit, and I had a wonderful experience. I was thrilled to see a sky full of stars again. I don't know when I'll come back next, but I definitely plan to participate again when I visit the Big Island.
P.S. Thank you for your cheerful response even though I was late for the pickup time.
16年振り2回目の参加でした。麓の天気は悪かったですが山頂は大丈夫とのガイドさんの説明通り、素晴らしい体験ができました。満天以上の星空を再び見ることができ感激です。次はいつかわかりませんが、ビッグアイランドに来たら必ず参加すると思います。
P.S.ピックアップ時間に遅れたのにニコニコ対応して下さりありがとうございましたm(__)m
Make sure to take proper measures against the cold. It got quite chilly at night.
防寒対策はしっかりしていきましょう。夜はかなり冷えました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/23 |
Reviewed by: Colleen
It was an awesome experience, made even better with our tour guide and driver, Elsie she rocks!!
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| Packages: | 90-minute Standard Movie Sites & Ranch Tour with Transportation from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/23 |
Reviewed by: ノッポ
The weather was favorable, and I was able to see wonderful scenery. The sunset over the sea of clouds at the summit of Mauna Kea was truly breathtaking. James, our guide this time, knew all the photo spots and took a lot of pictures for us. It was a great memory.
During the stargazing, we had a guide who spoke Japanese, which made everything very easy to understand and interesting.
They lent us warm clothing and prepared hot cocoa, providing us with excellent hospitality. I also thought it would be nice to see the scenery on a clear day.
天候にも恵まれ、素晴らしい景色を見ることができました。
マウナケア山頂で見た雲海に沈む夕陽はまさに絶景でした。今回ガイドをしてくれたJamesは、各所でのフォトスポットを知っていて、写真をたくさん撮ってくれました。いい思い出です。
天体観測では、今回日本語を話せるガイドさんがいらっしゃったので、とてもわかりやすく面白かったです。
防寒具を貸していただいたり、温かいココアを用意していただいたり、素晴らしいホスピタリティで楽しませていただきました。
また、雲のない日の景色も見てみたいなと思いました。
If you enjoy photography, I think you can take landscape photos yourself with a tripod. Also, since there are limits to the cold-weather gear you can borrow, we brought thick socks, tights, and fleece
写真が好きな方は三脚があれば自分でも風景を撮ることができると思います。また、借りられる防寒具では限界があるため、私たちは厚手の靴下、タイツ、フリースなどを持って行きました。程良かったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Brenda San Diego
This was our first time doing this excursion. It did not disappoint. Wes, our guide was so knowledgeable and very impressive with explaining things in English and Japanese. The views were breathtaking.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/18 |
Reviewed by: KM
This time, I participated in the long-awaited Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour on the Big Island. There was a paid shuttle service to the hotel where I was staying, and we started from there. We headed from the Kona area to Waikoloa, picking up other guests along the way, aiming for the summit in a 12-passenger bus. Our guide was James. The main instructions were in English, but he made a great effort to include Japanese for us, and his explanations were very easy to understand as he spoke slowly.
We took a break at the Onizuka Center to acclimatize to the high altitude. At that time, there was fog, and it was uncertain whether we could reach the summit, but thanks to the ranger checking the situation and clearing the way, we were able to proceed safely to the top. Although I didn't feel unwell, I realized the importance of staying hydrated and having light snacks as a precaution against altitude sickness.
The sunset at the summit was one of the most beautiful sights of my life. The view of the sun setting on the horizon and the changing colors of the sky was indescribably moving. James was very kind with photography, using a professional camera to take wonderful pictures. Additionally, there was a Japanese guide on another bus, which was reassuring as we could hear detailed explanations in Japanese.
During the tour, we were served BLT sandwiches and water, which filled us up. There were also jackets and pants available for rent to keep warm, making it comfortable. As night fell, the long-awaited stargazing began. The guide carefully explained the constellations and the universe, and I was able to see the most beautiful Milky Way and a sky full of stars in my life. There were opportunities for photography under the starry sky and hot cocoa service, making it a truly comprehensive experience.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Big Island. It was worth more than the price, and it became an unforgettable experience.
今回、ハワイ島で念願だったマウナケアのサンセットと天体観測ツアーに参加しました。宿泊していたホテルまで有料送迎があり、まずはそこからスタート。他のゲストをピックアップしながらコナ地区からワイコロアへ向かい、12人乗りのバスで山頂を目指しました。ガイドを務めてくれたのはジェームスさん。基本は英語での案内でしたが、私たちのために一生懸命日本語も交えてくれ、スピードもゆっくりで非常に聞きやすい説明でした。
途中、オニヅカセンターで休憩し、高地に体を慣らしました。このとき霧が発生しており、山頂まで行けるかどうかはギリギリの状況でしたが、レンジャーが状況を確認し道を開けてくれたため、無事に頂上まで進むことができました。体調不良は特になかったものの、高山病対策として水分補給や軽食を心がけることが大切だと感じました。
そして迎えた山頂でのサンセットは、これまでの人生で一番といえるほどの美しさでした。水平線に沈む太陽と、空の色合いが刻々と変化していく光景は、言葉では言い尽くせない感動でした。ジェームスさんは写真撮影にもとても親切で、プロ仕様のカメラを使って素晴らしい写真を撮ってくれました。さらに、別のバスには日本人ガイドも同行しており、日本語で詳しい解説を聞くことができたのも安心できるポイントでした。
ツアー中にはBLTサンドイッチと水のサービスがあり、これでお腹を満たすことができました。寒さ対策として上着やズボンの貸し出しもあり、快適に過ごせました。夜になると、待ちに待った天体観測が始まります。ガイドが星座や宇宙の解説を丁寧にしてくれ、人生で最も美しい天の川と満天の星空を見ることができました。星空の下での写真撮影やホットココアのサービスもあり、まさに至れり尽くせりの内容でした。
ハワイ島を訪れる方には、ぜひとも参加をおすすめしたいツアーです。値段以上の価値があり、一生忘れられない体験となりました。
I brought dried plums. Make sure to enjoy a wonderful experience with plenty of salt and snacks. It seems that it's rare not to reach the summit due to fog.
干し梅を持って行きました。随分と塩分、軽食の摂取をして素晴らしい体験にしてください。
霧で頂上までいかないことは稀なようです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/23 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ島に魅せられて
The sunset was wonderful, and the starry sky was amazing.
Thank you for communicating with us in Japanese, as we don't understand English very well.
We had a great time. Thank you very much.
夕日も素晴らしかったし星空も最高でした。
英語が余り分からない私達に
日本語でコミュニケーションをとって頂いて
楽しく過ごすことが出来ました。
有り難う御座いました。
The sunset and starry sky were amazing, and it was great that they lent us jackets, but it was really cold, so gloves and hand warmers are a must.
夕日も星空も最高でしたが、ジャケットは、貸して下さるので良かったんですが、とにかく寒いので手袋やホッカイロは、必須です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/23 |
Reviewed by: みっちゃん
On the day I used the trolley bus, there was a festival on Kalakaua Avenue, and it was a pedestrian paradise. Because of that, we had to detour via Kuhio Avenue towards the Ala Moana Shopping Center. The roads were crowded, but the driver was cheerful and chatted a lot, which made it enjoyable.
トロリーバスを利用した日は、カラカウア通りでお祭りをやっていて、歩行者天国でした。
そのために、クヒオ通りを迂回してアラモアナショッピングセンター方面へ行きました。
道路は混んでいたけど、運転手さんが陽気な方で、色々喋ってたから楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/20 |
Reviewed by: ミソ
I was worried about how it would be to exceed 4000 meters for the first time. After a short break at the Onizuka Center and lunch, we had an exciting trial. We took photos in various poses as a group with the sunset in the background near the observatory. I felt truly alive on this planet.
A little further down, we saw the starry sky. Luckily, the Milky Way was clearly visible, and we were able to see Saturn through a telescope. Of course, we took photos as well.
The explanations were very helpful, mixed with some Japanese. You can also borrow warm clothing and gloves. The sandwiches for lunch were very delicious.
This is a lifelong memory. Thank you!
初の4000m超えでどうなるか心配でした。 オニヅカセンターでの小休止、ランチ後、ドキドキのトライアル。天文台近くでサンセットをバックにグループごとに色々なポーズで写真撮影してもらいました。地球に生きている事を実感しました。
少し下った所で、星空を見ました。ラッキーな事に天の川が鮮明に見え、天体望遠鏡で土星も見せてもらいました。もちろん写真撮影もありました。
日本語も随所にまじえながら説明してくださり、助かりました。防寒着上下、手袋も借りる事ができます。ランチのサンドイッチ、とても美味しかったです
一生の思い出です。ありがとう
You absolutely must go.
絶対に行くべきです
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Satoko.o
This was my second time on the Big Island and my first time at Mauna Kea. My mother, who is 68 years old, was worried about altitude sickness, but thanks to our guide Shoutarou, we were able to enjoy the best sunset and starry sky at Mauna Kea without any issues. Thank you, Shoutarou! I had heard that our guide would be a foreigner, but he spoke Japanese fluently, which made me feel very relieved. However, I was disappointed by the manners of some participants in the same tour. Despite seeking more services, they got off the bus without even giving a tip (even though it was confirmed before the tour that the guide's service fee was separate) and hardly said goodbye. As a fellow Japanese person, I felt a bit uneasy about it. That wonderful tour was thanks to our guide.
ハワイ島2回目で初のマウナケア、母が68歳で高山病を心配していましたが、ガイドのしょうたろうさんのお掛けで高山病にならずに母とマウナケアで最高のサンセット&星空を見ることができました。その節はしょうたろうさんありがとうございました!外国の方のガイドさんと聞いていましたが、日本語ペラペラのガイドさんですごく安心しました。ただ残念だったのが同じツアーに参加していた方のマナーでした。より多くのサービスを求める割に帰りはチップすら渡さず(ガイドさんのサービス料は別途必要とツアー参加前に確認されたのに)に挨拶もろくにせずに下車されていました。同じ日本人としてなんかだかモヤモヤしました。ガイドさんあってのあの素晴らしいツアーだったはずなのに。
It's a good idea to prepare cold-weather gear.
防寒具は準備しておいた方がいいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Masako
I thought, "Maybe tonight is not going to work," because it was raining while climbing the mountain, but as soon as I rose above the clouds, it was like a scene from another world. I never expected to take such beautiful photos of the sunset and the starry sky with just my smartphone.
山に登る際に雨が降っていたので「今夜はダメかなー」と思っていましたが、雲の上に上がると同時に異世界の風景。夕陽はもちろん星空について、手持ちのスマホでこれだけ綺麗な写真が撮れるとは思ってみませんでした。
You can borrow winter gear, but having gloves might help you take photos without shivering. Since your arrival at the hotel will be late, it might be a good idea to secure some late-night snacks separ
防寒具は貸していただけますが、手袋があると震えずに写真が撮れるかも。
ホテル到着が遅くなるので夜食は別途確保しておいたほうが良いかもです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/20 |
Reviewed by: kuku
Perhaps because I was traveling alone, I was overlooked when getting on and off the shuttle bus. It was so slow that I got off at a nearby hotel and walked to my own hotel.
ひとり旅だったためか、送迎バスに乗る際も降りる際も、後回しでした。あまりに遅いので、近くのホテルで降りて自分のホテルに歩いて行きました。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Love Hawaii
You will enjoy the train ride with people who are having fun in the maze. After dropping off at Dole, those going horseback riding will spend about 30 to 40 minutes shopping and using the restroom before heading out for the ride.
Since we pass through the town of Haleiwa first, we will explain the locations of restrooms and popular spots often visited by Japanese tourists while heading to the Mokuleia horseback riding area.
Even if it's your first time riding, I think you'll feel comfortable. There is a QR code for a Japanese explanation video that you can scan and watch. There is also an explanation in English. You will be told the name of the horse you will ride before setting off. The view of the beach is very beautiful and moving. You can take photos and videos with your smartphone, and at the turnaround point on the beach, you can also have pictures taken. You will be walking in an area with very little shade.
After that, we will move to Haleiwa, where you can have lunch at your preferred spot. After checking out a few shops, it was almost time to gather again. Matsumoto Shave Ice had an incredible line, so I couldn't manage to get any.
The driver was very talkative, and I was able to hear various interesting stories. For those who can drive, renting a car and going on your own would allow for a more leisurely experience, but for someone like me who can't drive, this tour was very appreciated.
送りはドールで電車、迷路を楽しむ人と一緒です。ドールの方を降ろし乗馬の人はドールで30〜40分ほど買い物、トイレをして乗馬に出発します。
ハレイワの街を先に通過するのでお手洗いの場所や日本人がよく訪れる場所の説明をしながらモクレイアの乗馬場へ向かいます。
乗馬は初めてでも安心して乗れると思います。日本語の説明動画をQRコードで読み取って見られました。英語での説明もあります。自分が乗る馬の名前を教えてもらい出発します。ビーチが見えるととても綺麗で感動します。スマホで写真や動画の撮影もできますし、折り返し地点のビーチでは写真も撮ってもらえます。日陰がほとんどない場所を歩きます。
その後ハレイワに移動しますが昼食を好きなところでとってお店を何軒か見たらすぐに集合時間でした。マツモトシェイブアイスはすごい行列なので無理でした。
運転手の方はとても話好きで色々な話が聞けました。とても興味深い話でした。
車の運転ができる方はレンタカーを借りて自分で行ったほうがゆっくりできますが、できない私にはとてもありがたいツアーでした。
When riding, you'll be walking in areas with little shade, so make sure to take proper sun protection measures. Sunglasses were helpful for me as well. I'm glad I brought drinks. A cap is also good be
乗馬は日陰がほとんどないところを歩きますので、日焼け対策しっかりしてください。サングラスも私には役立ちました。飲み物も持って行って良かったです。帽子もキャップだとその上からヘルメットを被れます
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/15 |
Reviewed by: HS
It was great to see both the sunset and the starry sky. The sandwich and cocoa were delicious. The guide, Shoyou, provided detailed explanations about not only the starry sky but also about the Big Island of Hawaii, which was very interesting.
夕陽と星空、両方ともよく見えて良かったです。サンドイッチ、ココア美味しかったです。しょうようさんガイドは星空以外にもハワイ島についても詳しく説明して頂き、興味深かったです。
The guide is good, so it's better to stay awake on the way to Mauna Kea.
ガイドが良いので、マウナケアまでの道のりも寝ない様にした方が良いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Love Hawaii
I previously used a HIS package tour and found it very convenient, so for this individual arrangement, I applied here. This time, I utilized three routes. The local drivers often provided explanations in Japanese and were very enjoyable to be around. Additionally, the drivers were quite humorous and mentioned that the stopping times were carefully scheduled, which can be quite demanding. However, I believe this is due to the fact that it is managed by a Japanese company, ensuring strict oversight. While there may be delays due to road conditions, I think it’s reassuring that they won’t leave early, which is appreciated by Japanese people who are used to punctual transportation.
以前HISのパックツアーで利用した事があり使い勝手が良いので、個人手配の今回はこちらで申し込みしました。
今回は3ルートを利用しました。
現地の運転手の方は日本語で説明をしてくれたり楽しい方が多いです。あと運転手の方が面白おかしく、停車する時間がきちんと細かく設定されていて大変だよーと話していましたが、これはやはり日本の企業が運行している事できっちり管理されているという事だと思います。道路の事情で遅れることはあるかもしれなくても、時間前にさっさと出発してしまう事はないという事だと思うので、時間通りにきっちりした交通機関に慣れている日本人にとってはありがたいと思います。
If you're someone who only rides the bus to go to the Ala Moana Shopping Center, you can get by just fine with the trolley (Pink Line) that you can use with your JCB card without needing to use this s
アラモアナショッピングセンターに行くくらいしかバスには乗らないなぁという方は、こちらを利用しなくともJCBカードで利用できるトロリー(ピンクライン)だけで充分ですよ。
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| Packages: | 4日券 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/14 |
Reviewed by: みーちゃん
The driver was very kind, and I had a great time. They recommended delicious restaurants and told me about the Huli Huli Chicken, which made for a tasty takeout dinner. For first-time visitors to Hawaii, this is definitely a must-visit!
ドライバーさんがとても親切で、楽しい時間を過ごせました。美味しいレストランを教えてもらいましたし、フリフリチキンも教えてもらって、テイクアウトで美味しい夜ご飯になりました。ハワイ初めての人は、絶対行くべきです‼️
If you plan to go to the beach, it's convenient to bring a towel and a change of clothes.
ビーチに入るつもりなら、タオルや着替えを持った方が便利です、
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| Packages: | 【11:00発】ハレイワタウン(5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/21 |
Reviewed by: KO
Even in summer, it’s cold at the summit, so I recommend putting on your inner layers by the Onizuka Center along the way. They provided rental down jackets and gloves for everyone. Also, headache medicine and motion sickness pills are essential.
夏でも山頂は寒いので、途中のオニヅカセンターまでに、インナーを着込んでおく事をお勧めします。ダウンジャケットや手袋などは、レンタルで全員分用意して下さってました。
また、頭痛薬や酔い止めは必須です。
Even in summer, it can be cold at the summit, so I recommend putting on your inner layers by the time you reach the Onizuka Center. They provided rental down jackets and gloves for everyone. Additiona
夏でも山頂は寒いので、途中のオニヅカセンターまでに、インナーを着込んでおく事をお勧めします。ダウンジャケットや手袋などは、レンタルで全員分用意して下さってました。
また、頭痛薬や酔い止めは必須です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/21 |
Reviewed by: サンタフェ
Thank you very much to staff member Jonah for your help. Since we climbed Diamond Head early in the morning, it was not hot and felt great. After that, I was very impressed to be able to eat malasadas at Leonard's, which was not on the course. Thank you for taking me to Balance Rock as well! The ocean at Sunset Beach was incredibly beautiful, and it was a series of moving experiences! I was surprised by how delicious Giovanni's garlic shrimp was. I also enjoyed exploring Haleiwa, but it went by so quickly that I wished I had a little more time.
スタッフのジョナさん、お世話になりありがとうございました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドは朝早くだったので、暑くなく気持ちいい感じで登頂できました。
その後、コースにないレナーズのお店でマラサダ食べれて、とても感激しました! またバランスロックにも連れて行っていただき、ありがとうございました! サンセットビーチなど海がとっても綺麗で感動の連続でした!
念願のジョバンニのガーリックシュリンプの美味しさにビックリでした。ハレイワの散策も楽しかったですが、あっという間でもう少し時間があるといいなと思いました。
It's a good idea to bring vinyl gloves when eating garlic shrimp.
ガーリックシュリンプを食べるのに、ビニール手袋を持っていくといいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/08 |
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I think you can enjoy it even if you're not good at English. It can be quite cold near the summit even in summer (it was 7°C in September), so while there are rentals available, it's better to bring y