Reviewed by: ジュンコ
When I arrived at the group exit, it was closed that day, so I had to exit through the individual exit and went to the counter, but there was no one there. I was told that someone from another company might be over there, so I went to look for Hawaiian Airlines and checked the exit again, but I couldn't find anyone. I asked the person at the neighboring counter to borrow a phone to make contact.
I called, and they came, but even though it was supposed to be for the arriving flight, there was absolutely no response, which was really frustrating. Everyone from other companies was waiting at the exit, and I thought the prices were similar, but their service was really poor.
到着した団体用出口出るとあったが、その日は団体出口はしまっていて個人用出口から出てカウンターまで行ったがそこには誰もいなくて、他の会社の人があっちにいるかもしれないから見てこいと言われハワイアン航空のところに探しに行ったり、出口にまた行ったりしたが見つからなくて、隣のカウンターの人に頼んで電話を借りて連絡しました。
電話したので来てくれたけど、到着便に対応となっていたのに全く対応されていなくて本当に困りました。他の会社は皆んな出口で待っているのに、金額も同じようなものだと思うのに全く対応が悪いと思いました。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Ayamon
They picked me up on time. The return trip was smooth, and perhaps because the roads were clear, we arrived at the airport in about 20 minutes. Upon arriving at the airport, they were aware of each airline by group and checked for us, which was helpful. They drop you off close to the check-in area of the airline, so it's reassuring. And to think that the tip is included! It's a wonderful service. I'm glad I used it.
時間通りにピックアップしてくれました。
帰り道もスムーズで道路が空いていたためか、20分くらいで空港に到着。空港に着くとグループごとに各航空会社を把握してくれていて、確認してくれたので助かりました。航空会社のチェックインの場所に近い場所に降ろしてくれるので安心です。
それでチップも含まれているなんて!!
ありがたいサービスです。利用して良かったです。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/13 |
Reviewed by: a.t
I always use this service when traveling from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki with a small group. By chance, I ran into a friend who arrived on a different flight at the spot with the staff member wearing a yellow aloha shirt. My friend was using the same service, and we ended up in the same vehicle, allowing us to meet up before reaching our destination (laughs).
ホノルル空港からワイキキへの移動に、少人数の際には必ず利用しています。偶然にも、別の飛行機で到着した現地集合の友人と、黄色いアロハを着た係員さんのところで遭遇。友人も同じく利用していて、乗車する車も同じで、目的地に着く前に合流出来ました(笑)
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/13 |
Reviewed by: ちゃっぱ
I used it for a round trip, but it took over an hour to arrive. I used it when transferring from the Big Island to Honolulu on a domestic flight. After boarding at the domestic arrival gate, we went around to the international arrival gate to pick up more passengers, which took quite a bit of time before heading to the hotel.
往復で利用しましたが、到着まで1時間以上かかりました。ハワイ島から国内線でホノルルへ移動時に利用、国内線到着口で乗ってから国際線到着口にまわり、さらに乗客を乗せてからホテルに向かうのでかなりの時間がかかります。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/12 |
Reviewed by: Jaclyn
Our tour guide Isaiah was awesome and very friendly. He knew a lot about the island.
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| Packages: | 3 Hour Waterfall Walk & Swim - Easy One Mile Round-trip Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/02 |
Reviewed by: なるちゃん
I wanted to do hula, so my 8-year-old daughter and I participated. Since there were two of us, the tour was held.
On the day of the tour, it was just the two of us, which felt like a private experience—very luxurious!
The Japanese staff at the Bishop Museum kindly guided us around both inside and outside the museum.
Since both my daughter and I practice hula, we had discussions related to hula, which were very educational!
I thought it was a tour that would be very beneficial for anyone who does hula.
Of course, we also learned a hula song. Although the kumu hula was absent, the substitute teacher, who was a man, was very kind and friendly, making it enjoyable to learn hula.
Our 5-year-old son also practices hula, but he couldn't participate since he is under 8.
It was a tour that made me want to let my son join as well.
フラをさせたくて
8歳の娘と私で参加しました。
2人以上で、ツアーあるとのことで
我が家だけでも、2人なので
ツアーは、決行されました。
当日も、2人だけでした
貸切状態
贅沢な感じです
ビショップミュージアムの日本人スタッフさんが、丁寧に館内外を案内してくれました。
娘も私もフラをやってるので、
フラにまつわる話があり
すごく勉強になりました!
フラをやる人は、すごく勉強になる
ツアーだと思いました。
もちろんフラも、一曲教わりました
クムフラが不在でしたが
代わりの先生は、
男性でしたが、とてもやさしく
気さくで、楽しくフラを学べました
我が家は、5歳の息子もフラを習ってるが
8歳未満なので、参加できませんでしたが
息子にも、参加させてあげたいと
思ったツアーでした。
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| Packages: | フラレッスン(初心者/2019年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Victor L
This tour was an amazing introduction to Oahu. The tour guide was very informative and friendly, and the day at the Cultural Center was very educational and fun. Our guide at the Polynesian Cultural Center was amazing and very energetic. The luau and dinner was amazing.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/08 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl Cooke
I was disappointed with the circle Island Tour as it felt rushed and we only had a half hour at the Dole Plantation which was sufficient only to get something to eat very quickly and see nothing else. The Polynesian Cultural Center was marvelous, great luau, great show. Our driver was a very sweet man but tended to preach and too frequently interspersed his own Christian beliefs. He also mentioned, way too often, the High Cost of Living and the low wages. He is very knowledgeable with regard to the price of real estate on the island, about which I really have no interest.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/11 |
Reviewed by: ゴンザレス
We were picked up in front of the condominium at 3 PM and headed to the summit after picking up four groups. The weather down below was sunny and cloudy, and as we climbed, the clouds thickened, making us uncertain if it was really clear. However, near the summit, it was perfectly clear, above the clouds.
I had heard that the sunrise was wonderful, but due to timing, we opted for the sunset, which was also quite magical and enjoyable. The altitude at the summit of Mauna Kea is a bit breathless, so it might be tough for those around middle school age.
After the sun set, we descended a bit for stargazing. Unfortunately, there were quite a few clouds, and the moon was too bright, which was a bit disappointing. However, there was a thorough explanation of the constellations, which was satisfying. We were able to return to the hotel by a little after 10 PM.
Overall, it was a satisfying activity. The time spent was long, from the afternoon to the evening, allowing us to enjoy the day. If you manage the time difference well, you might also be able to enjoy the sunrise.
午後3時にコンドミニアム前にお迎え、此処から4組をピックアップして山頂に向かいました。下での天候は晴れ、曇りで、登るにつれて雲が厚くなり、本当に晴れているのか不安でしたが、山頂付近は快晴、雲の上でした。
朝日が素晴らしいと聞いておりましたが、時間の問題で夕陽にしましたが、こちらもなかなか幻想的で良かったです。マウナケアの山頂は少々息が切れる高度ですので、中学生位まではきついかも。
日が沈んで少し下山して、星空観測。こちらは雲が少々多いのと、月が明る過ぎたので、ちょっと残念。でも丁寧な星座の説明もあり、満足。夜10時過ぎにはホテルに戻れました。
全体として満足のいくアクティビティでした。時間も午後~夜までと長く、一日楽しめました。時差を上手に使うと朝日も楽しめるかも知れないです。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/02 |
Reviewed by: ぴなりん、
I visited the Big Island of Hawaii on a mother-daughter trip because I wanted to show my 13-year-old daughter the great outdoors and the starry sky. Due to our fixed schedule, we were unable to see the starry sky as we had hoped, especially since it was the day after the full moon and July has long days. However, I was very moved by the sunset from the summit. I was also surprised to see the magma from Kilauea Volcano coloring the sea of clouds orange.
Our guide, Jin, was highly professional and made every effort to ensure we had the best tour possible under the limited circumstances. He secured the best spots at the summit, arranged for us to take photos with a rare moonbow on the way down, and even made a stop on the way back when the clouds cleared a bit to show us the starry sky. Overall, it was a very satisfying tour, and I would like to try to see the starry sky again.
13歳の娘に大自然と星空を見せたくて母子旅行でハワイ島を訪れました。
日程が動かせないこともあり、満月の翌日、また7月は日も長いこともあり、期待した星空は残念ながら見ることができませんでした。でも頂上から見るサンセットにはとても感動。キラウェア火山のマグマが雲海をオレンジに染めているのにも驚きました。
ガイドのジンさんはプロ意識が高く、限られた状況の中でもベストなツアーとなるよう努力してくださいました。頂上でのベストな場所確保、下山途中に珍しいムーンボーとの写真撮影、更に帰りに少し雲が晴れたところで途中停車し星空を見せてくださる等、総合的に大満足のツアーとなりました。星空はもう一度チャレンジしたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/09 |
Reviewed by: tenerife最高!
Overall, I think it's a tour similar to what others have described. However, while the Milky Way can be seen during a new moon, it becomes quite difficult once it surpasses a half moon. Even if the moon is said to look beautiful, since stargazing is the main focus, it was a bit disappointing. I wish I had checked the moon phase before booking.
概ね他の方が書いている通りのツアーだと思います。ただ、新月なら天の川も見えるのでしょうが、半月を超えてくるとまず難しいのではないでしょうか。月が綺麗に見えるといわれても星空観測がメインですからちょっとつらいものがありました。月齢を調べて申し込めば良かったと思いました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/01 |
Reviewed by: たろう
This was my first time using this service. The check-in counter was easy to find, right next to the group exit at Honolulu Airport, and the check-in process was simple. Additionally, the escort to the parking lot was smooth and friendly, and we boarded the bus quickly with almost no waiting time. I was very satisfied with the service.
今回初めてこちらのサービスを利用しました。チェックインカウンターもホノルル空港の団体出口のすぐ隣でわかりやすく、簡単にチェックインできました。また、その後の駐車場へのエスコートもスムーズで親切、バスへの乗車もすぐで待ち時間はほとんどありませんでした。とても満足できるサービスでした。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/23 |
Reviewed by: Ayamon
The bus transfer within the airport and customs inspection took a lot of time. It took about two hours from the scheduled arrival time of the flight, but I was kindly guided to the bus parking area. The driver was also friendly and helpful.
Additionally, the fact that this plan included a tip was very appealing as it saved me the hassle of preparing one.
空港内のバス移動と税関検査にとても時間がかかってしまいました。飛行機の到着予定時刻から2時間ほどかかってしまったのにも関わらず、丁寧かつ親切にバスの駐車場まで誘導して頂きました。
ドライバーも親切で良かったです。
あとこのプランにはチップが含まれていることも、用意する手間が省けて大変魅力的でした。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The waiting time at the airport was short, and I was taken right to the front of my accommodation, so it was very convenient. I think I will use this service again next time.
空港での待ち時間も短く、宿の目の前まで送ってもらえたので、とても楽でした。次回も利用すると思います。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was told by the driver on the way there that they would come to pick me up here, so I waited, but it seemed to be a misunderstanding. The driver for the return trip said, "That's not right!!!" After explaining the situation, they understood, but I felt sorry for the Western passengers who had to wait.
行きのドライバーさんから、ここに迎えに来るから、と言われたところで待っていたら、違ったようで、帰りのドライバーさんから、違うよっ!!!と言われました。事情を説明したら分かってもらえましたが、同乗の欧米人?をお待たせしたようで申し訳なかったです。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/22 |
Reviewed by: sky
I wasn't very confident with vehicles, so I was a bit worried, but I thought it might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to climb up to 4200 meters, so I decided to go for it. With a relaxed schedule that included photo opportunities, dinner, and bathroom breaks, we were able to reach the summit.
It felt quite strange to drive up to a summit of about 4200 meters. Even though I was wearing warm clothing, it was still cold (it seems it had been quite warm recently), and I felt the air was thin, so I was consciously breathing. From the summit, we were treated to a beautiful sunset, and I was able to get some wonderful photos with the sunset in the background. A little below the summit, we did some stargazing. Since it was three days before the full moon, the moon was too bright, and unfortunately, we couldn't see the Milky Way, but I was able to take some fantastic photos here as well, which made for great memories.
あまり乗り物が得意ではないので少し心配でしたが、4200mまで登ることなどこれからないかもしれないと思い、思い切って申込みました。途中写真撮影、夕食とトイレ休憩など、余裕のあるスケジュールで山頂まで行けました。
約4200mの山頂まで車で行くということでとても不思議な感じでした。車を降りると、防寒着は着ていても、やはり寒く(ここ最近ではかなり暖かかったようですが)、空気は薄く感じたので、意識して呼吸はしていました。山頂からはきれいな夕日、そして夕日をバックに素敵な写真を撮ってもらえました。山頂から少し降りたところで星空観察。満月の3日前ということで月がまぶしすぎ、残念ながら天の川など見ることができませんでしたが、ここでも幻想的な写真を撮ってもらいよい記念になりました。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Georgia Tetelbom
Our guides were so friendly and fabulous, amazing tour, a lot of places seen in the tv show and so well explained, just some word
DO IT !
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| Packages: | Lunch at McGarrett's |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/07 |
Reviewed by: かめらっこ
The Mauna Kea summit tour is a must-do!!! This is my second trip to the Big Island of Hawaii, and I participated in a stargazing tour at the summit for the first time.
Not only is the beauty of the night sky breathtaking, but the sight of telescopes from around the world, including the Subaru Telescope, lined up in the red, barren landscape gives you the illusion of being in space.
However, there were some Japanese participants who did not follow proper etiquette. It seems that this land is very sacred to the people of the Big Island, so I hope everyone will respect the rules while participating.
マウナケア山頂ツアーは絶対に参加するべきです!!!
ハワイ島への旅行は今回が2回目で、初めて山頂での星空観測ツアーに参加しました。
星空の美しさもさることながら、すばる望遠鏡をはじめとする世界各国の望遠鏡群が赤土の無機質な空間に並ぶ風景は、まるで宇宙にいるかのような錯覚を覚えます。
ただ、一部の日本人でマナーを守れていない方がいらっしゃいました。ハワイ島の方々にとっては、とても神聖な土地のようですので、必ずマナーを守って参加いただきたいものです。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/18 |
Reviewed by: かんちゃん
I was glad that they picked me up on time. Since the tip was included, I could relax during the ride.
ピックアップ時間通りに迎えに来てもらって良かったです。
チップも込みなので、安心して乗っていられました。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/08 |
Reviewed by: みゆき
I was really anxious about getting altitude sickness, but along the way, our guide Matsuzaki kept us laughing with his entertaining talks, and I was able to go on with energy. The full moon made me wonder if I could see stars as beautifully as in Japan, but the sunset and the moon that felt within reach were indescribably beautiful. If I come to Hawaii Island again, I will definitely participate once more! It was truly wonderful. Thank you for the lovely time!
高山病になるのではと不安で仕方なかったですが、道中ガイドのマツザキさんが面白いトークでたくさん笑わせてくれて、元気に行ってこれました。満月で星は日本のきれいな場所で見れるかな?って程でしたが、夕日そして手が届きそうな月は、言葉で表せないほど美しかったです。ハワイ島に来たらまた必ず参加します!ホントに良かったです。素敵な時間を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: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/08 |
Reviewed by: LEE NAHUI
It's a wonderful sight! I was impressed. I'm very happy to participate in this tour.
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: ひかママ
It's great to have guidance in Japanese, and the Hawaiian jokes are fun too. We drove around the jungle in a speeding Jeep and visited plants at a farm and ranch. In the afternoon, my younger child suddenly needed to go to the bathroom, which made us late for the movie tour, and the bus we had reserved left without us. However, the ticket center quickly arranged for the next bus. We were super excited at the entrance to Jurassic Park. The facilities are very accommodating, which is reassuring. The program is friendly for families with children. However, the early morning is a bit tough. With a 7:10 AM pickup, I had to wake up at least by 6 AM. Since breakfast was at 7, I gave up and woke up at 5:30 to make porridge in the hotel kitchen. If the program could be adjusted, it would be nice to have a menu with one in the morning and two in the afternoon.
日本語で案内してもらえるのと、ハワイアンジョーク?がまた楽しい。疾走するジープでジャングルをまわったり、農園や牧場で植物を見学したり。午後、下の子が急にトイレに行きたがって、映画ツアーの時間に遅れてしまい、予約してたバスは行ってしまったんですが、チケットセンターですぐ次のバスを手配してくれました。ジュラシックパークの入り口?セットに大興奮。施設内は、至れり尽くせりで、安心ですね。子供連れにはやさしいプログラムです。ただし、朝早いのがちょっとしんどい。7時10分ピックアップだと、朝は最低でも6時起床です。朝食が7時からだったので、諦めて、私だけ5時半に起きてホテルのキッチンで雑炊作りました。プログラムを調整できるんだったら、朝一つ、午後二つ、とかのメニューがあっても良いのでは。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/07 |
Reviewed by: TjHensley
''This is the second time we have been on the Fern Grotto adventure. Beautiful place and you learn something too! Thank you for sharing your family history Smith Family.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
Had such a lovely day on this tour, the guide showed us around town including the palace and the cemetery and gave us some great insights into local culture. Once at pearl harbour we were handed our tickets and told what times to be at what places, heading out to the Arizona was definitely a highlight for me. All in all an enjoyable day
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| Packages: | Deluxe Tour with Ticket [Jan - Mar] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Lorna and Tammy
Bob and Akima picked us up at 7.25 am outside Hawaiian Prince Hotel, then picked up 2 other groups of 3 making 8 of us. We drove out of Waikiki for around 20 mins with interesting commentary about Hawaii from Akima before reaching our first stop - a beautiful picturesque beach where it"s possible to see dolphins. Akima spoke Japanese so stayed with the 6 Japanese people leaving Bob to me and my friend. Bob told us a lot about the area and if you want to know more about surfing then Bob's your man. We then moved on to a small group of shops where we bought items for our picnic lunch later.
We next went to a Kaneana,(Makua cave) a very old sea cave with many legends attached to it. Bob was a great storyteller telling us about the legend of the shapeshifter shark man of Makua cave. Then you can explore the cave a bit if you dare!
Next we stopped at the stunning Makaha valley which again has a great legend associated with it and looks like scenery from Kong Island or Jurassic Park.
We were really lucky driving to our next spot as Bob spotted a rare Monk Seal basking on the rocks.
A couple more lovely spots then time for our lunch at Ku'ilioloa Heiau, and then the snorkelling at Pokai Bay. First Bob checked our swimming ability then gave us mask,snorkel and fins plus a life vest. Bob is very patient and stays with you all the time gently encouraging you to explore the sealife. I'm not confident snorkelling but felt very safe with Akima and Bob. We saw corals, beautiful colourful fish and 2 sea turtles.
It was a really great day which we would definitely recommend to anyone wishing to see a much less touristy authentic side of Oahu, the scenery is just beautiful and excellent snorkelling. Many thanks to Akima and Bob who made our day special.
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| Packages: | West Oahu Land and Snorkeling Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/31 |
Reviewed by: ともこ
They were at the luggage pickup location and found it right away! I really appreciate them carrying my heavy luggage without a hint of displeasure.
荷物の受け取り場所にいてくれて、すぐに見つけてくれました!
重い荷物を嫌な顔一つせず運んでくれて大変感謝です。
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| Packages: | 空港→ワイキキ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/03 |
Reviewed by: おもたろう
We participated as a family of four in August, with our children being 9 and 6 years old. Since we were staying at the Westin Maui, we met at the Group Entrance next to Whale's Village (where the shuttle bus for SPG hotels stops for Lahaina) at 2:20 AM. It's necessary to confirm by phone by the day before.
While waiting at that location, the first bus arrived earlier than scheduled. I was a bit anxious about whether we were supposed to take this bus, but we ended up transferring to a larger bus in Kahului. In the end, we were the only Japanese participants. The female driver and guide on this bus was amazing. She recommended chewing gum to prevent ear pressure. I was fine without it, but those who are concerned might want to prepare some. It seems you can buy gum at a convenience store during the transfer in Kahului. There weren't many cars on the way from Kahului to Haleakalā, but since it's a mountain road at night, I recommend joining a tour if you're not confident in your driving skills. Animals also seem to come out onto the road. According to the guide, if you haven't registered and paid online in advance, you won't be able to enter the park at sunrise. I actually saw several cars in front of us turning back.
I think we arrived at the sunrise viewing spot before 5 AM. First of all, both buses were quite cold due to the air conditioning, so it's a good idea to dress warmly. There are restrooms between the bus stop and the sunrise spot. I dressed the kids warmly there as it was quite cold. I recommend a lightweight down jacket, gloves, a scarf, a hat, and hand warmers. It's just a short walk from the restroom to the sunrise spot. It’s dark, so having a flashlight might be helpful, but it's not essential as you won't use it much aside from adjusting your camera. The sunrise was around 5:50 AM, so we ended up waiting outside for nearly an hour. On the tour, they guided us to a good spot for viewing the sunrise. Another male guide, who was acquainted with the female bus guide, helped out at the sunrise spot, taking care of the kids and taking photos for us. Whether to bring a tripod is a dilemma. If you really want to capture the starry sky before sunrise and don’t mind carrying extra gear, it could be worth it.
Despite the weather forecast, the sunrise spot was clear, and we were able to see the most beautiful sunrise. It's hard to explain in words or photos, but I believe it's worth seeing at least once in your life. The view of the crater below is also breathtaking. We returned to the bus at 6:15 AM. From there, we moved to the summit by bus, where there are about three photo spots. Even if you don't take photos, the views of the ocean and islands are quite impressive. It seems that if you do your research beforehand, you'll know what to expect, but for those unfamiliar, it felt a bit uncertain whether we were allowed to be there, so participating in the tour was definitely worthwhile. After getting back on the bus, we were offered coffee and Danish pastries (which are sold in supermarkets and come in various flavors). We then headed for breakfast. The bus stopped at a photo spot along the way, where we took beautiful pictures.
For breakfast, you can choose from three options: pancakes, fruit, or something like bacon, which we ate at a restaurant attached to a golf course. I think it’s best not to have high expectations for the taste. Even if you don't understand English, you can manage, but it’s definitely helpful to understand the guide's information. As of the time I’m writing this, there shouldn’t be a Japanese sunrise tour available (though there is a starry sky tour). This might also be related to the aforementioned entry restrictions.
According to the hotel concierge, there seems to be a limousine tour for about $250 per person, but unfortunately, we couldn't participate as it was fully booked. During the summer when we participated, many people come from the mainland U.S. to Maui, so it fills up quickly. Once
家族4名で8月に参加しました。うち、子供は9才6才です。Westin Mauiに滞在していたので、ホテルのGroup EntranceというWhale's Villageの横の入口(SPG系列のホテルとラハイナまでの巡回バスが停まるところ)で、午前2時20分待ち合わせでした。前日までに再確認の電話をする必要があります。
その場所で待っていると予定時間より早く最初のバスが到着。このバスで行くのか少し不安でしたが、カフルイでより大型のバスに乗り換えることになりました。結局日本人は私達だけでした。このバスのドライバー兼ガイドさんの女性がすごかったです。ガムとか噛むことを勧めていました。空気が耳に詰まることを防ぐためのようです。私は噛まなくても大丈夫でしたが、気になる方は準備されてもよいでしょう。ガムは、カフルイでの乗り換え時にコンビニみたいな所で買うことができるようです。カフルイからハレアカラまで、車は多くはなかったですが、夜の山道なので運転技術に自信がない方はツアー参加をおすすめします。動物も道路に出てくるみたいです。ガイドさんの話によると、事前にインターネットで登録して料金を支払っていないと今はすくなくとも日の出の時に入山できないようです。実際、前にいた何台かの車が引き返していく様子を見ました。
日の出を見るスポットには午前5時前には着いたと思います。まず、バスが二台とも結構空調が利いて寒いので厚着をしていてもいいと思います。日の出スポットに行くためのバスの停車場所と、日の出スポットの間にトイレがあります。子どもたちはその前で厚着をさせました。結構寒いです。薄手のダウン、手袋、マフラー、帽子、カイロをおすすめします。トイレから日の出スポットまでほんの少し歩きます。暗いので懐中電灯があってもいいですが、この道とカメラの調節以外は使わないので必須ではないです。日の出は午前5時50分位だったので1時間近く外で待つことになりました。ツアーでいくと、日の出を見る良い場所に案内してくれました。その女性バスガイドさんの知り合いである別の男性ガイドさんが、日の出スポットで色々と面倒を観てくれて子どもたちの面倒をみてくれたり、写真を撮ってくれました。三脚を持っていくかは悩ましいです。日の出前の星空をどうしても撮影したいとか、荷物が苦にならないのであればありだと思います。
当日は天気予報にも拘わらず、日の出スポットは晴れており、最高の日の出を見ることができました。これは言葉や写真で上手く説明できないてすが、人生において一度は見ておく価値があると思います。眼下のクレーターのような感じも圧巻てす。午前6時15分にバスに戻りました。ここから、バスで山頂へ移動しました。ここでも三カ所位写真スポットがあります。写真をとらなくても、海や島が見える景色はかなり見応えがあります。事前によく調べていればわかるみたいですが、慣れない人間には、そこに行っていいのか微妙な感じでしたので、この点もツアーに参加した甲斐がありました。バスに戻ってから、コーヒーとデニッシュ(スーパーとかで売っている・何種類か味がある)の提供がありました。その後朝食に向かいました。途中、写真スポットでバスが停車しましたのでそこでも美しい写真を撮りました。
朝食は、車中でパンケーキ、フルーツ、ベーコンのようなものの三種類から選択します。ゴルフ場併設のレストランで食べますが、味はそれ程期待しない方がよいと思います。
英語は解らなくてもなんとかなりますが、ガイドさんの話に何かと参考になることもあるのでできるにこしたことはないです。これを書いている時点ては日本語日の出ツアーは催行されていなかったはずです(星空ツアーはある)。これも前述の入山規制と関係あるのかもしれかせん。
このツアー以外にホテルのコンシェルジェによると、一人250$くらいのリムジンみたいなので行くツアーもあるようです。ちなみにこちらは予約一杯で参加できませんでした。
我々が参加した夏場は、アメリカ本土からマウイに来る人が多く早めにいっぱいになるようです。日程が決まったらキャンセルできるのでとにかく早めに予約する事をおすすめします。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/03 |
Reviewed by: Hiro
The tour didn't have the usual delays in pickup. Instead, the instructor greeted us with a big smile and kind assistance, which made me confident that this tour would be great. The tour itself was rich in knowledge and experience, allowing us to learn a wide range of facts about Hawaii, including trivia. It wasn't just a simple "go to a place, swim, and come back" tour; it included myths related to caves and snorkeling points, making it a tour that deepens your understanding of Hawaii. Why not give it a try?
ツアーにありがちなピックアップが遅れる…。そんなこともなく、インストラクターが満面の笑顔と親切な対応で、出迎えていただきこのツアーは大丈夫と確信いたしました。
ツアー自体も、ガイド知識と経験が豊富で、ハワイの知識(雑学も含めて)を幅広く学べるものでした。単なる「場所に行って泳いで帰る」というツアーではなく、洞窟にまつわる神話やシュノーケリングポイントなどなど、ハワイに対してまた一段と造形深くなるツアーです。一度ご参加されてみてはいかがでしょうか。
Thank you very much!!
I was relieved to have a good impression, haha. I personally love cultural topics like legends and sacred lands, so I’ve been researching a lot. Please join us again if you have the opportunity; I think there will be different information to share next time~
Aloha,
Akima
ありがとうございます!!
好印象で安心いたしましたw 私自身、伝説や神聖な土地の話など文化的なものが大好きなのでいろいろ調べております。また機会がありましたらご参加ください、その時はまた違うインフォメーションが飛び出てくるかと思います~
アロハ
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Sunnnyvale
I wanted to see a beautiful starry sky, so I decided to join this tour. However, I was a bit anxious about whether I could climb up to 4,000 meters. Fortunately, there was time to acclimatize to the altitude, and I was able to breathe deeply, so I had no problems at all. The summit wasn't as cold as I had expected, and thanks to the warm gear provided, I was able to enjoy it to the fullest. After descending a bit, the starry sky we observed was also wonderful. I thought about how vast the universe is. There was a time when people traveled relying on the stars, and I felt a longing for such journeys. The Milky Way was clearly visible, and I was even able to see about four shooting stars, which made me feel happy. I'm really glad I participated in this tour.
綺麗な星空を観たいと思いこのツアーへの参加を思い立ちました。が、4,000mまで登って大丈夫なのかって不安もありました。途中で高所に慣れるための時間があったのと、深呼吸が上手く出来たので何の問題もありませんでした。山頂は思っていたほど寒くなく、最も貸していただいた防寒具があったのでその恩恵もありましたが、思う存分楽しむことが出来ました。それから少し下って観測した星空も素敵でした。宇宙は広いのだなあ~と思いました。星空を頼りに旅をしていた時代もあったのです。そのような旅にも憧れを感じてしまいました。天の川もはっきりと観えました。さらに、流れ星も4個ほど観測できたので幸せな気持ちになれました。このツアーに参加出来て本当に良かったです。
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/31 |
Reviewed by: KEI
The arrangements were smooth. The pick-up after arrival was also seamless, making it a great value and very convenient. I will definitely use this service again next time.
手配までもスムーズです。到着後もスムーズに送迎してもらえるので料金もお得で大変便利でした。次回もまた利用させて頂きます。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/07 |
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Aloha, thank you for your time for review us!
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our unique tour. West Oahu is very special place, we are glad you experienced this sacred Hawaiian land.
We also do private tour, you ever come to Hawaii, let us take you again!
Mahalo nui loa
Akima