Reviewed by: Natsu.
The reason I decided on the Big Island was this tour. It exceeded my expectations, and I am very satisfied! They took my concerns about the cold and altitude sickness into consideration, so I was relieved to participate without any health issues. I was able to see the sunset and the starry sky under perfect conditions, and I was thrilled that they even took photos for us. The explanations about the stars were also enjoyable! I definitely want to use this service again.
ハワイ島に決めたきっかけがこのツアーでした。期待していた以上で大満足です!!
心配だった寒さや高山病のことも配慮して下さり、体調不良なく参加できて安心でした。
サンセットも満点の星空もすごく良い条件で見ることができて、写真まで撮って下さったので感激です(^^)
星の説明もあるので楽しかったです!!
また是非ご利用したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Mahana Hiroko
In 2018, it seemed like the weather was unpredictable, and I was worried about whether I would be able to see the sunset and starry sky.
At 15:35, we were picked up from the hotel, and according to our cheerful guide, Kon, the previous day had bad weather, but the area near the summit of Mauna Kea above the cloud sea had clear blue skies. Lucky!!!
We were able to see a beautiful sunset! Our guide, Kon, took several wonderful photos of us, a group of eight, along with a newlywed couple, with the sunset in the background. Everyone was having a great time posing for pictures.
After that, we moved to a different location for stargazing. Since it was quite windy, they made a windbreak with the car, which was thoughtful. Good job! The day we participated was about two days after the full moon, so the moon rose a little later, allowing us to see the starry sky. We could also see the Southern Cross. Additionally, we were able to see the sky glowing red from the distant eruption of Kilauea. It was a unique experience.
And then the moon rose. It felt like it was the brightest moon I had ever seen. To enjoy stargazing, it’s best to avoid the full moon. It would be wise to check the moon phases before making a reservation.
Of course, taking photos with the starry sky in the background requires a good camera; otherwise, the stars won’t show up. Kon shared his wonderful knowledge about the stars and explained everything in a fun way while using a pointer. The guiding beyond just the starry sky was also excellent.
Whether you can enjoy an activity tour largely depends on the guide. In my personal opinion, Kon was really great.
Since all the participants were from the same hotel, we were able to return to the hotel earlier than expected. I think we arrived around 22:45.
On the day we participated, it was quite windy near the summit, but the temperature was higher than usual, so I was fine with just a trainer and a light down jacket from Uniqlo, along with the jacket and pants borrowed from the tour company. I did use a portable hand warmer just in case. (The portable hand warmer needs to be taken out of the bag below to warm up, as Kon advised.)
I think I got a bit too excited at the summit, as I had a slight headache on the way back. (It didn’t get too bad.) I realized that it can happen on the way back too.
I thoroughly enjoyed the nature of the Big Island. I highly recommend this tour. Next time, I plan to go see the sunrise.
It was a very good experience. Thank you, guide Kon!
2018年今年は、天候が不順のようで、夕陽と星空が見られるか心配しながらの参加でした。
15:35ホテルピックアップ、明るいガイドのコンちゃんの話によると、前日は悪天候だったとのことでしたが、雲海の上のマウナケア山頂付近はクリアな青空でした。ラッキー!!!
きれいな夕陽をみることができました!ガイドのコンちゃんは、夕陽をバックに友人と二人参加の私達、8人グループ、新婚さんと、それぞれの素敵な写真を何枚も撮ってくれました。みんな大はしゃぎでポーズをとってました。
その後、場所を移動して星空観察。風が強かったので、車で風よけを作ってくれる配慮。Good Job! 参加した日が満月の翌々日くらいで、月が昇る時間が少し遅くなっていたので、星空を見ることができました。南十字星も見えました。そして、遠くにキラウエアの噴火で赤く染まる空を見ることもできました。今ならではですね。
そして、月が昇るのも。こんなに明るい月は、初めてのような気がします。
星空をみるには、満月を避けたいですね。事前に月の満ち欠けを調べてから、申し込みをした方が良いですね。
もちろん、星空をバックに写真撮影、好感度のカメラでないと星は写りませんね。
コンちゃんは、星空の素晴らしい知識で、ポインターを使いながら楽しく説明をしてくれました。星空以外のガイドもすごく良かったです。
アクティビティツアーを楽しめるかは、ガイドさんによるところが大きいです。私の個人的な意見ですが...コンちゃんは、すごく良かったです。
今回の参加メンバーは、全員が同じホテルだったこともあり、ホテルに戻るのが思っていたより早く帰ることができました。
22:45くらいには、着いていたと思います。
私たちが参加した日は、頂上付近は風が強かったですが、気温はいつもより高かったので、トレナーとユニクロのライトダウンに、ツアー会社で借りた上着とズボンで大丈夫でした。一応、携帯カイロは使いました。(携帯カイロは、下で袋から出さないと温かくならないそうです。コンちゃんアドバイスあり)
私は、頂上ではしゃぎ過ぎたせいか、帰路で少し頭が痛くなりました。(ひどくはなりませんでした)帰りでもあるんだなと思いました。
ハワイ島の自然を満喫できました。お薦めツアーです。次回は、日の出を見に行こうと思います。
とても良い経験が、できました。
ガイドのコンちゃん、ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/30 |
Reviewed by: かなぴよ
- Toilet break at Dole Plantation → There is hardly any time. If you're going to eat ice cream, it seems good to share one among 3 to 4 people.
- Free time in Haleiwa. I received a map with points of interest, which made sightseeing easier. I strolled around and had garlic shrimp, and before I knew it, time flew by. You can be dropped off at your favorite spot, but you have to walk back to the meeting place at Matsumoto Shave Ice, so it’s difficult if it’s too far.
- It seems they recommend shrimp from Camaron, and they take orders for that in advance. Giovanni may not open as scheduled and has long lines, so it might be difficult to eat there.
- For horseback riding, it seems that sneakers are necessary to communicate commands to the horse, and I was warned when I went in flip-flops. However, the horses are well-trained, so there wasn't any particular problem.
- If you don't go with a shoulder bag or a small backpack, there is no place to leave valuables. There are no lockers, and you can't go empty-handed with just your phone. It might be good if you can wear it around your neck. Selfie sticks are also not allowed.
・ドールプランテーションでトイレ休憩→ほぼ時間はありません。アイスを食べるなら3〜4人で1つで良さそう。
・ハレイワでフリータイム
見所を記載した地図を貰えたので観光しやすかったです。
ブラブラしてガーリックシュリンプを食べたらあっという間でした。
好きな場所で降ろしてもらえるのですが、集合場所のマツモトシェイブアイスまで歩いて戻らないといけないのであまり遠いと難しいです。
・エビはカマロン推しのようで、そこだけは予め注文を取ってくれます。ジョバンニは予定通りに開くとは限らないのと行列なので食べるのは難しいかもしれません。
・乗馬はスニーカーでないと馬へ指示が伝わりにくいようで、ビーサンで行ったら注意されました。ですがよく飼いならされた馬なので特に問題なかったです。
・ショルダーバッグや小さめのリュックで行かないと、貴重品を預けるところはありません。ロッカーもないし、手ぶらで携帯だけを持っていく、ということも出来ません。首から下げられるといいかも。セルカ棒もNGです。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/28 |
Reviewed by: I.S
Last May, I participated in the Sunrise stargazing tour and had such a great time that this time, I joined the Sunset & Stargazing tour for my honeymoon trip. This year, I was worried because the weather on the ground was not very clear, possibly due to the effects of the Kilauea volcano a month ago, but the area near the summit was a completely different world! The sunset was perfect, with the sunlight reflecting off the clouds, creating a bright red sky. During the stargazing, as time went on, the sky filled with countless stars! The guide was very unique and fun, making the experience very enjoyable! By the way, it’s a good idea to check the moonrise time when choosing between sunset or sunrise for stargazing.
I hope to participate again next time. Thank you!
昨年5月にサンライズの星空観測ツアーに参加してとても良かったので、今回はハネムーン旅行でこちらのサンセット&星空観測ツアーに参加しました。
今年は1ヶ月前のキラウエア火山の影響もあってか、地上はあまり晴れやかな天気が少なく心配してましたが、山頂付近は全くの別世界!サンセットは雲に丁度良く太陽の光が反射して真っ赤な空が見れました。星空観測では、時間が経つにつれて出て来る出て来る満点の星空!
ガイドさんもとても個性的で楽しく、明るくとても楽しむ事が出来ました!
因みに…星空観測の際は、月の出る時間を調べてサンセットかサンライズを選ぶと良いそうですよ★
また次回、参加したいなと思います。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/01 |
Reviewed by: yumitan
I was worried about the weather being cloudy on the day and whether we would be able to observe the stars, but after arriving at the Onizuka Center, the clouds cleared, and we were able to see the sunset and Maui Island. As it got dark, the main stargazing experience was the best memory, something I can't experience in Japan. The outflow from Kilauea Volcano to the sea was also clearly visible. I brought my digital SLR and tripod, so I was able to take many photos of the stars (which can't be captured with a smartphone camera or digital camera). The driver will take some photos for you, so it's okay if you don't have a DSLR. I participated this time with my daughter, but next time I will join with my husband.
当日の天気は曇っていて星空観察ができるか心配しておりましたが、オニズカセンターに着きしばらくすると雲も流れ去り、サンセットもマウイ島も見る事ができました。暗くなりメインの星空観察は日本では体験できない位、最高の思い出です。キラウエア火山からの海への流出もはっきりと見えました。私はデジタル一眼レフと三脚持参でしたので、沢山の星を撮ることが、出来ました。(スマホのカメラやデジタルカメラでは撮影できないので。)
ドライバーさんが何枚かは撮影してくれますので、一眼レフ、お持ちでない方OKですよ。
今回は娘と参加しましたが、次回は主人と参加します。
Dear yumitan,
Thank you very much for participating in our Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour. As expected, the weather in the mountains can change quickly, so you never know until you go. We are very pleased that you were able to enjoy the wonderful views from Mauna Kea.
In June, you had the unique opportunity to observe the situation at Fisher 8 following the Kilauea eruption from Mauna Kea, making it a very valuable and timely tour. Currently, parts of the Kilauea Volcano National Park are temporarily closed due to budget considerations, but you can still enter and enjoy the World Heritage site.
We hope that next time, your husband can join you on the nature school tour. All of our staff sincerely look forward to your return to the island.
Nature School
Rena
yumitan様
この度は弊社のマウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございます。
やはり、山の天気は変わりやすいので行ってみなくてはわからないですよね。yumitan様にも素敵なマウナケアからの景色をご堪能頂けまして、大変嬉しく思います。
ご参加頂いた6月はキラウエアの噴火後のフィッシャー8の様子をマウナケアよりご確認頂けるなど、大変貴重でタイムリーなツアーになったかと存じます。
今現在はキラウエア火山公園も、予算案の関係上一時的に一部閉鎖しておりますが、中に入って世界遺産をお楽しみい頂けます。
是非次回、ご主人様もご一緒にネイチャースクールのツアーへご参加頂ければと存じます。
スタッフ一同、yumitan様のまたのご来島を、心よりお待ち申し上げます。
ネイチャースクール
レナ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/01 |
Reviewed by: かわうそ姉さん
Since it was almost a full moon and cloudy, I didn't have high expectations for the starry sky (laughs). Our tour guide, JIN, was very knowledgeable and provided explanations that I hadn't heard on other tours, which was very educational. I also appreciated how much he respected the Japanese community, which came through in his conversation. (After returning home, I reflected on their achievements as well.)
At the actual summit of Mauna Kea, both my husband and I experienced symptoms of altitude sickness, which was unexpected (but don't worry, it wasn't severe!). I realized we shouldn't underestimate it (though we got used to it quickly—maybe it's due to our age). My husband was thrilled to finally visit the location of the National Astronomical Observatory and the Subaru Telescope, which he had always admired. The sunset was incredibly beautiful with the contrast of the clouds and the sunset, making it the highlight of our trip.
Although the stargazing didn't turn out as hoped, we were able to take photos with the volcano thanks to JIN's photography skills. As expected! I would love to visit again during a new moon when the volcanic activity has calmed down.
ほぼ満月ということ、曇っていたので星空は元々期待せずに参加(笑)。
ツアーガイドのJINさんは博学で、前日別ツアーにはない説明もしてくださり、
とても勉強になりました。また日系の方々をとてもリスペクトされていることが、話から伝わってきて好感が持てました。(帰国後彼らの功績を私も振り返ってみました)
実際のマウナケア山頂は思いのほか高山病?的な症状に夫婦揃って罹り(でも
重症ではないですのでご安心を!)侮ってはいけないと思いました(でも、すぐに慣れました・年齢のせいかしら)。
主人はずっと憧れていた国立天文台・すばる望遠鏡の場所に来れたことに感動していました。サンセットは雲と夕日のコントラストでとても美しく、今回の旅での一番の記念になりました。
星空観測は残念な結果となりましたが、JINさんの撮影で火山と一緒に撮影することができました。さすが!
今度は、新月で火山噴火が落ち着いたころにまた訪れたいです。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/28 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
Great & affordable shuttle to Diamond Head! The shuttle is very clean, comfortable and reliable.We were picked-up on time, the driver gave us instructions, a map and a bottle of water. The great thing about this tour is that you can walk at your own pace. The hike itself is easy, however towards the end there are some stairs. Walking through a lava tube was really cool. During the hike there are many lookout places with beautiful views of Oahu's south shore. You can see Waikiki, the mountains, downtown Honolulu & Koko Head from a distance and taking a lot of pictures. It was a great way to start my day. Thank you Kaimana Tours for such a great service and for taking me to one of Honolulu's top attractions, it's not everyday that you can tell your friends that your hiked am ancient volcano. I love Hawaii =)
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/05 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
This was my second time at Chief's Luau and I got say... i love the new location. The new venue is so beautiful. Chief Sielu is the best luau host in Hawaii, he is funny, entertaining and for sure he is what makes this luau so special. The dancers and the musicians are really good and the fire-knife dance is breath taking. The food is delicious and the buffet has a lot of variety. It was a lovely evening and I recommend this luau to everyone, specially families and couples.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Ms. Ems
I decided to take my entire family on a hike just to experience it and since we did not have a car rental planned, we decided to book a shuttle with Kaimana Tours! I was even more excited that they allowed us to bring my toddler (2 years old) as a lap child as long as we have a baby carrier, free of charge!
We were picked up by van on time directly from our hotel. The driver was very nice and friendly! The hike to the top was not too bad at all, even my girls enjoyed it (ages 8 & 10). Most of us are beginner hikers and the best part, the view of Waikiki was just breathtaking! I would definitely book Kaimana Tours again next time we visit! maybe go to Manoa Falls or Makapuu Point next time!! I will for sure recommend this to family and friends!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/05 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
I had a amazing time with Toa Luau, food, drinks & show are great. It's a very family oriented luau and the location is beautiful. The good thing about being far from Waikiki, is that you can skip the crowds from the other shows and get a more personal experience.
I really enjoyed the pre-luau activities, they let us be part of dinner preparation and we learned how to make some traditional Polynesian dishes. They let us peel taro, green banana, they showed us how make flower leis & how to use palm leafs to make headbands, baskets and hats. We played Polynesian games and had the chance to play some musical instruments too. Kids and adults were having so much fun! I believe this is the only luau where you can experience a Kava Cerimony, one of the most iconic cultural traditions in Fiji.
I've been to other luaus before, but this one felt different. I didn't feel as a tourist. The staff makes you feel like you are part of their family and that they are inviting you for a real party at their home, so it made the evening really special.
Another good thing is that it includes admission to Waimea Valley. We arrived earlier and were able to enjoy the botanical garden and of course, swim at the most famous waterfall on Oahu. There are changing rooms available at the park so you can get ready for the luau.
I recommend this luau for everyone who is looking for a real luau experience and wants to learn more about the beautiful Hawaiian & Polynesian culture. Absolutely loved it!
Aloha, and mahalo nui for spending some time to shower us with your kind words. The fact that you remember the key parts of the luau made us all feel that you had the best time and it is our hope that we'd see you again when you come back to Oahu
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Matthew Perez
Tour guide Mana was the best! Enjoyed every second of our tour & will highly recommend it! From the water fall to the beautiful views was really memorable. This was my wife & I first outdoor tour together which made it even amazing.
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| Packages: | Waterfalls Triple Trail Expedition: Group Package [4-seater ATV] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/01 |
Reviewed by: ヤナテツ
The beach horseback riding and exploring Haleiwa were amazing!
What made the tour even more enjoyable than originally planned was our guide, Hiro!
Thanks to Hiro's thoughtful arrangements, we were taken to the SOAP factory and some great photo spots near Kualoa!
Perhaps it's his Kansai personality, but his tour talk was filled with jokes, making the journey completely entertaining.
When I sign up for another tour with the same company, I definitely want Hiro to be my guide again!
海辺乗馬もハレイワ散策も最高でした(*´∀`)
でもツアーの元々の予定以上に楽しくしてくれたのは、ガイドのhiroさんでした‼️
hiroさんの粋な計らいによって、SOAP factoryやクワロワ近くのフォトスポットにも連れて行ってくれました!!
関西人の人柄なのか、ジョークを織り混ぜたツアートークで道中飽きることは全く無かったです。
また同社のツアーにエントリーする際は是非ともhiroさんに着いてもらいたいです!!
Thank you for participating. We are very grateful for your wonderful review, and it seems you were highly satisfied. Please do reach out to us next time.
ご参加ありがとうございます。
満足度高いようで、Hiroはじめ一同とても嬉しいレビューに感謝です。
次回も是非、お声かけて下さい。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/03 |
Reviewed by: figo
I was picked up at 7:30 from the Kahala Hotel for my flight at 12:10. It seems that the rotary at the Kahala Hotel had a weight restriction, so they came to pick me up right at the entrance of the rotary at 7:30. Along the way, we picked up two groups at hotels in Waikiki and arrived at the airport by 8:30.
12:10発の飛行機で7:30にカハラホテルピックアップでした
カハラホテルのロータリーは重量制限で入れなかったらしく、ロータリーの入口に7:30ちょうどに迎えに来てくれました
途中ワイキキのホテルで2組ほどピックアップして8:30には空港に着きました
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| Packages: | ザ・カハラ・ホテル&リゾート→空港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/30 |
Reviewed by: kazu
In the morning, we were able to fully enjoy a leisurely hotel life until our 14:30 pickup. They picked us up right on time, and we made a stop at Whole Foods to choose our lunch, taking a bathroom break at Kula Lodge while gradually acclimatizing to the altitude. During the drive and breaks, we enjoyed detailed guidance and fun conversations with our guide, Yama P. At the stops, he also recommended souvenirs and offered tastings. In fact, everything was incredibly delicious.
At the hotel, despite our worries about the cloudy sky, we found clear weather at the summit of Haleakalā, with a new moon and no wind, creating perfect conditions for stargazing, according to Yama P. After enjoying our lunch and warm tea in the car, we put on the warm clothing and gloves provided, sat in our chairs, and adjusted our eyes to the darkness for a trip into the starry sky! The constellations were beyond imagination. We were captivated by Yama P's flowing lecture on the constellations. It was a fulfilling half-day that flew by in no time.
午前中はゆっくりホテルライフを満喫する事が
可能な14:30、ピックアップでした。
時間ピッタリにピックアップして頂き、途中ホールフーズでのお弁当チョイス、クラロッジでトイレ休憩を挟みながら、ゆっくりと高度順応して行きます。その間の車内や休憩中も山Pの詳しいガイドと楽しいお喋り。立ち寄り場所ではお薦めのお土産や試食なども。実際、メチャうまかった。
ホテルでは心配していた曇り空もハレアカラ頂上では晴天、月齢ゼロ、無風の3拍子が整い、なかなかの天文日和との山Pの弁。
車内でお弁当と温かいお茶を頂いた後、用意して頂いた防寒着と手袋を身に付けチェアに座り眼を暗闇にならしての満天の星空へトリップ!
想像を絶する星座群です。山Pの流れるような星座のレクチャーに聞き惚れます。
あっと言う間の充実した半日でした。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/02 |
Reviewed by: midorinrin
Hearing from the guide about her experience when she came to Hawaii as a bride, and how she wanted to return to Japan every day, resonated with me deeply, especially knowing that the graves of the first generation are facing Japan. For us, Hawaii is a dream destination, but for Japanese Americans in Hawaii, going to Japan is their dream. They work hard and save money to taste authentic Japanese food and experience Japanese culture. It made me realize that what I take for granted in Japan is not something everyone has access to.
On the boat to the Fern Grotto, there was a live Hawaiian performance, and they sang nostalgic songs in Japanese about longing for home and parents. Although I couldn't understand the fast-paced English commentary, I was happy to see that music is a universal language.
ガイドさんが、ご自分のお嫁に来られた当時のこと、毎日、日本へ帰りたかったと、初代の方々のお墓が日本の方向に建てられていると聞き、どんなにか
帰りたかっただろうと胸に響きました。私達にとって、ハワイは憧れですが
ハワイの日系人は、日本に行くことが、憧れだそうです。そのために一生懸命働いて、貯金して本当の日本食を味わい、日本文化に触れたいとおっしゃっていました。日本に生まれ、当たり前に食べているものが、決して当たり前でないことを、再認識させられました。
シダの洞窟へいく船の中で、ハワイアンを生演奏して下さり、日本語の恋しやふるさと、懐かし父母と歌って下さり、まくしたてるような早口の英語での
司会は、わかりませんでしたが、音楽も世界共通だなと嬉しく思いました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Nancy Gianotti
Our driver Judy wasn't the most pleasant of people. When we first got on the bus we sat in the handicap set behind her. My sister in law has a knee brace on so it was easier. Judy told us we couldn't sit there. We moved and a little bit into the ride she asked if anyone was prone to motion sickness. She said they could come up front. That made me mad. Then when we stopped to order our dinners a couple complained they couldn't understand her. We couldn't either. She got better speaking after that. She also told use we had 15 minutes and then disappeared for a half hour leaving us in the hot van. People start getting off so they could get air. Just not the greatest of drivers.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Alice
It was a good way to check out some of the sites of movie scenes from Kauai. Relaxing and no stress, if that’s what you seek. Jonna was great, providing more of a local perspective and was also one of the founders of this movie tour. However note that due to recent flooding, tour won’t bring you to Hanalei Pier.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Mako Tsuboyama
I asked a friend who has participated in Yamapi's Haleakalā sunset and stargazing tour about why they go so often, and they said it gives them inspiration and courage every time. I was encouraged to join for the first time. Yamapi, whom I only knew from "Hawa Koi," was wonderful, but meeting him in person revealed that he is truly a charming person, and I understood why one would want to join his tours again and again. We were blessed with good weather, and the sunset over the sea of clouds and the starry sky afterward were etched in my eyes and heart thanks to Yamapi's explanations. I am grateful to have participated in this tour and to have met Yamapi.
やまぴーさんのハレアカラS unset&stargajingツアーに10回くらい参加している友人に、何故そんなに度々?って聞くと毎回感動と勇気をもらえるとの事でした。是非と勧められて初めて参加させていただきました。「ハワ恋」で一方的に知っていたやまぴーさんも素敵でしたが、お会いすると、本当に魅力溢れる方でお話も楽しく2度、3度……やまぴーさんのツアーに参加したくなるのが分かりました。天候にも恵まれ雲海に沈む夕陽もその後の満天の星もやまぴーさんの解説で目と心に焼き付けてきました。
このツアーに参加できやまぴーさんにお会い出来たこと感謝です。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/22 |
Reviewed by: しげちゃん
It was from the airport to the hotel, and at first, I thought I would be alone, but as soon as the plane arrived, more and more people joined, and in the end, there were about ten of us when we departed. Since there were about three hotels, we arrived in a reasonable amount of time.
空港からホテルまででしたが、最初自分一人でと思ったら、飛行機の到着次第で次から次へと人が増えて、結果10人程になり出発しました。ホテルとしては、3軒くらいでしたのでそれなりの時間に到着しました。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/29 |
Reviewed by: eriko
The driver was cheerful and pleasant. The pickup time was within a 10-minute margin. I would like to use this service again.
ドライバーさんがにこやかで感じが良かった。
お迎え時間も誤差10分以内。
また利用したいと思います。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/23 |
Reviewed by: みっき
The round trip between the airport and the hotel can be costly and unpredictable on your own. I only used it for my return, but it was comfortable. If you specify the time, they will come to pick you up properly, which is helpful. Since it's a small bus, there are fewer pickups from other hotels, and we headed to the airport quickly. I would like to use it again when I go to Hawaii!
空港とホテルの往復は自力ではお金もかかるし、時間も読めないです。
私は帰りだけ利用したのですが、快適でした。
時間も指定しておけば、きちんと迎えに来てもらえて助かります。
小型のバスなので、他のホテルからのパックアップも少なくてすぐに空港に向かってもらえました。
またハワイに行くときは利用したいと思います!
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/28 |
Reviewed by: NOB
It was a cloudy day... I arrived early and parked the rental car in the hotel parking lot to check in. There was a counter outside the hotel and a store located a bit deeper inside, which was a little confusing. When the time came, I boarded a contact boat with about 20 participants, including several Japanese people, and in a few minutes, we reached the submarine.
We quickly boarded and began our dive... I enjoyed about 40 minutes while watching the coral and the fish swimming around. We dove down to about 100 feet, or 30 meters, but it felt a bit dark, possibly due to the cloudy sky, and I felt a greater distance from the fish than I expected. It might have been more beautiful if it had been sunny.
At the counter, they put a sticker on the parking ticket to cover the fee. When I tried to pay with my card, it didn’t recognize it, and I panicked a bit as several cars lined up behind me, but I called and they opened it for me, so it all worked out.
当日は曇り空…早めに到着しホテルの駐車場にレンタカーを止めて受付。 ホテルの外のカウンターとホテル内の少し奥にある店舗があり、少し戸惑いました。 時間になると日本人数名を含む20名ほどの参加者と共に連絡用の船に乗り込み数分で潜水艦へ。
早速乗り込み潜水開始…サンゴやそこを泳ぐ魚を見ながら40分程楽しみました。100フィート、30メートル程まで潜りましたが、曇り空のせいか若干暗く感じたのと思っていたより魚と距離感を感じました。 晴れていればもっと綺麗だったのかもしれません。
カウンターで駐車券にステッカーを貼ってくれて料金をカバーしてくれます。2ドル足りずにカード支払いしようとしたらカードを認識せず…後ろに数台並び焦りましたが、電話して開けてもらい事なきを得ました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/27 |
Reviewed by: また新月狙って来ねば!
I learned a lot of things I didn't know thanks to our guide, Jin's, knowledgeable explanations. The high-altitude clouds and the brightness of the moon made it difficult to see the stars, but I felt that if I climbed a mountain in Japan, I would be able to see a more starry sky. However, we did get to take commemorative photos with the red glow of the lava from Kilauea, which is 100 km away, falling into the sea in the background. The impact is different with a professional camera.
ガイドの仁さんの博学な説明で、知らなかったことを沢山学びました。高層雲がかかったのと、月が明るすぎて星の見え方は今ひとつ、日本でも山に登ればもっと満天の星空が見えるという感じでした。でも、100kmも離れたキラウエアの熔岩が海に落ちる所が赤く光っているのをバックに記念撮影して頂きました。プロのカメラだと迫力が違いますね。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/27 |
Reviewed by: さくこ
They limited it to five hotels that can be visited with one vehicle.
Which ones? My hotel was the eighth one.
There was no explanation at all.
I chose this because it was supposed to be limited to just these five locations, so I was really disappointed.
>1台で回るホテルを5ヵ所までに限定した
どこが?私のホテルは8カ所目だったよ
説明も一切なし
他の送迎ではなくこれを選んだのが五ヶ所だけというとこだったから
あまりにもがっかり
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/30 |
Reviewed by: KAZU
The sunset at Mauna Kea was, of course, beautiful, but the guide's stories were interesting and fantastic. I was able to enjoy a perfect stargazing experience without any worries about altitude sickness, and I participated in great health. Thank you very much.
マウナケアのサンセットはもちろんですが、ガイドさんの話が面白く最高。 満点の星空観測もでき高山病の不安もなく絶好調な体調で参加できました。有難うございました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii518
Just getting back from Hawaii and had to rate this tour to help all of you out there, like myself, who maybe confused on which tour to take when u r in Hawaii. I definitely would recommend you this one with my experience with Larry as our tour guide. He was very informative as well as funny to keep the fun alive atmosphere (especially in the early morning). It included a great city tour visiting the famous palace too and then a chance to visit Pearl Harbor and The Arizona Memorial. The tour was not too long either so it’s perfect for us since we have two middle school aged kids and can plan to do something else later in the day. Unfortunately we did not get to step onto the Arizona Memorial itself due to a crack being repaired currently but it ensured a time slot for us to visit the site after watching a 20 min video clip on the event. Overall, excellent experience and great tour! Thanks Larry!
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/26 |
Reviewed by: アトム
The pineapple garden at Dole was a bit rushed due to time constraints, but I was satisfied with the sightseeing! There were height and weight restrictions for horseback riding, so I chose this course, but in reality, they didn't check my weight or height closely, so I thought I should have gone for the mountain course instead. The weight limit was stated as 102 kilograms, but the trainer looked like he was over 120 kilograms, haha. My child's height was also not enough, but it was okay!
I can't speak English, but since a Japanese guide explained things along the way, there were no issues!
If I go again, I would definitely choose a longer horseback riding experience on a course with better scenery!
Thank you!
ドールのパイナップル園とか、何せ時間が少しずつだったので少し慌ただしかったが、観光面では満足でした!
乗馬の身長体重規制があったので、このコースを選びましたが、実際には体重も身長も細かく言われなかったので山のコースにすれば良かった〜( ´Д`)y━・~~と思いました。
体重も102キロ迄とありましたが、実際トレーナーの方は120キロオーバーに見えました笑
子供の身長も全然足りませんでしたがオーケーでした!
英語も喋れませんが、予め、日本のガイドの方が道中で説明してくれたので問題ありませんでした!
次回行くことがあるなら、是非もっと長く乗馬が出来て、景色の良いコースにします!
ありがとうございました!
Thank you for participating. The seaside course is for ages 7 and up, while the canyon course is for ages 5 and up, with a weight limit of 102 kg for both courses. Please be sure to try the longer canyon course next time. I'll ask the trainer about their weight to see if they're following the rules. (laughs)
ご参加ありがとうございました。
海辺コースは7歳から、渓谷コースは5歳から、両コースとも体重上限102キロ。の条件のみです。次回、長いコース渓谷を是非お試し下さい。
守っているかどうか、トレーナーの体重聞いてみます。(笑)
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/25 |
Reviewed by: めっちん
Last year, I participated in this tour for the first time and was so moved that I decided to join again this year as a key event in Maui! As a result, there were many clouds this time, so we couldn't see a sky full of stars, but just listening to Yamapi's explanations makes this tour worth it. Rather, it feels like a waste not to visit Haleakalā when coming to Maui! I plan to visit Maui again to experience the starry sky and the atmosphere of Haleakalā, and to meet Yamapi. Thank you very much!
去年、初めてこのツアーに参加させて頂いて
信じられないくらいに感動したので今年もマウイの主軸イベントとして
参加!
結果、今回は雲が多く満天の星というわけにはいきませんでしたが
ヤマピーさんの解説を聞いているだけでこのツアーには参加する価値があります。というよりマウイに来てハレアカラに行かないなんてことは勿体ない気がします!
また星空とハレアカラの空気、ヤマピーさんに会いにマウイを訪れるつもりです。有難うございました!
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/25 |
Reviewed by: タロー
I have been to Waikiki more than 20 times, and Roberts Hawaii's shuttle service is highly recommended compared to other companies' services.
ワイキキには20回以上来てますが、ロバーツハワイさんのシャトルはこれまでの他社のサービスと比べてもお勧めです。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/21 |
Reviewed by: るじま
In front of me, there was a counter named Roberts Hawaii for picking up luggage, which was great. However, there were many other companies waiting with papers that had names written on them, so I was looking for those but couldn't find them. It was only after I called out to the counter that I was able to confirm. Other than that, there were no particular issues with the transportation.
荷物をピックアップしている目の前にロバーツハワイという名前のカウンターがあったのでよかったのですが、他に沢山、名前を書いた紙を持って待っている会社が沢山いたので、それを探していましたが、見当たらず、こちらからカウンターに声をかけて初めて確認できました。それ以外の送迎は特に問題ありませんでした。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/22 |
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ありがとうございます。