All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

This cruise was def. something worth seeing! It gets a little chilly out on the ocean; should bring a jacket, but it def. was amazing and beautiful! I totally recommend it to anyone!

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to see any whales this time, but I did get to see dolphins. There were a few people who joined alone, so it's a tour that you can easily participate in. Next time, I definitely want to see whales in person!!

残念ながら今回はクジラを見ることはできませんでしたが、イルカを見ることはできました。一人で参加の方も数名いましたし、気軽に参加できるツアーです。次回こそはクジラを生で見てみたいです！！

The cruising this time was blessed with good weather, and we even encountered whales off the coast of Diamond Head, making it the best event. My family who participated together was very satisfied. I understood that the limited variety of food at the buffet was acceptable given that it was on a ship. I also appreciated the somewhat hesitant Japanese explanations. After the whale encounter, there were activities on board like hula dance lessons, ukulele lessons, and lei-making experiences, ensuring that passengers were not bored, which made for a fun time.

今回のクルージングでは好天に恵まれ、またダイヤモンドヘッド沖でクジラにも遭遇でき、最高のイベントとなりました。
一緒に参加した家族も大満足です。
ビュッフェでの料理で食材の種類が限られるのも、船内でのビュッフェということで納得。
たどたどしい日本語の解説も好感が持てました。
クジラとの遭遇が終わった後も、船内ではフラダンス講習、ウクレレ講習、レイの手作り体験等、乗客が退屈しないような取組みがされており、楽しい一時でした。

This was my fourth trip to Hawaii, and I finally got to visit Hanauma Bay. The views were amazing, and snorkeling was fun. The steep path to the beach was easy to navigate with the bus included in the Alan Wong tour. On the last day, I went again and was even more impressed. I want to go to Hanauma Bay again next time.

ハワイ４回目で初めて行けたハナウマ湾。素晴らしい眺望とシュノーケルは楽しかった。海岸までの急な坂道もアランワンのツアーなら、バス付きで楽々往復できました。最終日のもう一度行ってさらに感動。次も、また、ハナウマベイに行きたいです。

The weather was nice, and I had high hopes, but unfortunately, I couldn't see it this time. I hope for the next time. The chicken tandoori was delicious.

天気もよく期待していたのですが今回は残念ながら見ることが出来ませんでした。次回に期待したいと思います。食事はチキンタンドリー美味しかったです。

Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunset, but we were able to see the Milky Way and many shooting stars! I've participated in various tours abroad, but I was surprised by the attentive service of our guide! They provide blankets, coats, and gloves, but I wish I had worn tights or long socks to keep my feet a bit warmer. There were some rocky areas, but if you're confident about not twisting your ankle, I think it's totally fine to wear heels. I highly recommend it!

残念ながらサンセットは見れませんでしたが、天の川や流れ星がたくさん見れました♪海外で色んなツアーに参加したことがありますが、当ガイドさんの丁寧なサービスにビックリしました！！
毛布、コート、手袋を貸して頂けますが、タイツかロングソックスをで足元をもうちょっと暖かくして行けば良かったと思いました。ゴツゴツした岩場も少しありましたが、足を捻ったりしない自信があれば全然ヒールでも大丈夫だと思います。お勧めです♪

At 4,000 meters, the clarity of the dry air seems different. I went in early December, and the starry sky was magnificent. The path from the Onizuka Visitor Center to the summit was unpaved, and I was a bit surprised by the steep incline, but the 12-passenger four-wheel-drive van climbed strongly despite being full. It was indeed cold at the summit. It seems impossible without warm clothing, which they lent us for stargazing and other activities.

The dinner bento at the Onizuka Visitor Center, which came with miso soup, was a comforting taste of Japanese food after a long time. It was a nice break.

It was a great experience to be able to drive to a place higher than Mount Fuji.

　４，０００メートル、乾いた空気空の透明度が違うようです。１２月の上旬に出かけましたが、満天の星空でした。オニヅカビジターセンターから頂上までは舗装がなく、急勾配の坂にはちょっとびっくりしましたが、１２人乗りの４輪駆動の小型バン満席でしたが、力強く登っていきました。頂上はやっぱり寒かったです。星空観測などにも貸してくれた防寒具がないと無理のようです。
　オニズカビジターセンターでの夕食のお弁当は味噌汁付きで久しぶりの日本食でほっとしました。そしていい休憩になりました。
　富士山より高い場所に車で行けるというのはいい体験でした。

I participated with my mother, my sisters, and my aunt. I signed up so that my mother and aunt, who were visiting Hawaii for the first time, could truly experience it. On the day of the event, my mother and aunt got the time wrong and arrived about 30 minutes late, but the staff were very accommodating, and it didn't affect the rest of the schedule.

The activities included making leis and hula lessons, but thanks to the staff's arrangements, we also got to pick and crack open kukui nuts, which was an experience you can't find elsewhere. The teachers were exceptional, providing instruction that you wouldn't normally receive, and my beginner mother and aunt were very pleased. By the evening, they were so engrossed that they were reviewing what they learned at the hotel.

When you think of Hawaii, you might think of sightseeing, shopping, and gourmet food, but I believe participating in a tour like this, where you can touch on Hawaii's history and culture, will create wonderful memories. While going with friends is great, I think participating as a parent-child duo allows for unexpected discoveries and strengthens bonds.

It was a very satisfying tour. Thank you very much. However, while they do provide water, it's just a paper cup's worth per person, so I think it's better to bring your own bottle.

母と私達姉妹とおばと４人で参加しました。ハワイが初めての母と叔母にハワイを感じてほしくて申し込みしました。当日母達が時間を間違えて３０分程遅れてしまいましたが、スタッフの方の対応もよくてその後のスケジュールにも支障がでずに済みました。
内容はレイ作りとフラレッスンでしたが、それ以外にもスタッフの方の計らいでククイの実を拾って割ってみたりと他では体験出来ないような内容です。
レイとフラは先生も普段では、教えていただけないよな先生にきちんと教えて頂き初心者の母や叔母もとても喜んでいました。夜にはホテルで復習するほどに夢中になっていました。
ハワイというと観光、買い物、グルメと思いますが、ハワイの歴史や文化にふれあうこの様なツアーに参加してみるのもとてもいい思い出になると思います。
友達同士もいいけど親子で参加すると意外な発見や絆を感じることが出来ると思います。
とても大満足なツアーでした。ありがとうございました。
ただ、お水を頂けるのですが、一人一本のボトルではなく紙コップ一杯の水なのでマイボトルを持参したほうがいいと思います。

I recommend this for those visiting Hawaii Island for the first time. They provided detailed explanations about various information regarding Hawaii Island, and I was able to understand it well.

ハワイ島を初めて訪れて参加する方にお勧めです。ハワイ島についての色々な情報などを丁寧に説明してくれて、よく理解できました。

I participated on December 23rd. Since it was December, I thought I might not encounter any whales, but I was able to see whales several times, which was enjoyable.

12月23日に参加しました。12月なので、クジラに遭遇出来ないかも知れないと思っていましたが、何度かクジラを見ることが出来て楽しかったです。

Kauai Island, the last stop after conquering Maui and Hawaii Island...

I knew it was rural, but there are hardly any traffic signals!

However, the stories from our guide, Mr. Abe, who is married to a second-generation Japanese American, were fascinating.

It's a mysterious island where Shabo chickens roam freely!

I recommend it for those who want to relax.

マウイ島、ハワイ島を制覇して最後に訪れたカウアイ島・・・

田舎とは分かっていましたが、やはり信号もほとんどありません！

でも日系二世に嫁いだガイドの阿部さんの話が面白かった。

シャボ種のニワトリが闊歩する不思議アイランドですね！

のんびりしたい人にはお勧めです。

This cruise was so much fun! We really enjoyed the crablegs, and the Mai Tai's are the best in Waikiki! They really get you involved by getting you up to dance and sing! It was my wedding night, so they sang the Hawaiian Wedding Song to me and my new hubby, and the next day was my birthday so they also sang Happy Birthday to me! It was a great, fun, romantic activity, and I would definitely do it again!

We participated as a family, but since I'm not good at English and the show progressed quickly, I couldn't understand it well. I think it would be enjoyable if you are okay with English. It felt different from the shows in Guam and Saipan.

家族で参加しましたが、英語が苦手なため早口でショーが進行されたため内容がよく分からなかった。英語OKなら楽しめると思います。グアムやサイパンのショーとは一味違う感じでした。

I participated with my wife and daughter. Actually, the day before, we went to Kilauea Volcano and stargazing, but unfortunately, the weather was not good, and we were disappointed that we couldn't see the volcano or the stars. However, Mauna Kea had great weather, starting with an impressive sunset, and we were able to see a sky full of stars, including the Milky Way. Additionally, I was lucky enough to see a shooting star, which made my wife envious.

As advice for everyone participating, dinner is served around 3 PM, which is quite early, so it's better to have an early lunch or eat a small amount. (Don't expect much from the bento...) Also, there is time to acclimatize to the high altitude at the Onizuka Center, but once you reach the summit, you may experience headaches, palpitations from just a little movement, and dizziness, so be careful. Furthermore, it gets quite cold in winter, so I think it's a good idea to prepare hand warmers and tights. Masashi's tour provided pants, which was helpful. They mentioned that only Masashi's tour offers pants. In any case, I think this is a tour that everyone should definitely experience when visiting the Big Island.

家内と娘と三人で参加しました。実は前日にキラウエア火山とスターゲイジングにも行ったのですが、あいにくに天気で火山も星もよく見られずがっかりしていましたが、マウナケアは天気がよく感動的な夕日から始まり天の川を含め満天の星を見る事ができました。さらに私だけ流れ星も見られて家内にうらやましがられています。参加する皆さんにアドバイスとしては、夕飯の時間が１５時頃ですごく早いので昼は早めにとるか、少量にしたほうがよいでしょう。（お弁当はあまり期待しないほうが、、、）また、オニズカセンターで高地の低酸素に体を慣らす時間を取りますが、山頂に着くと頭痛やちょと動いただけで動悸や体がふらついたりするので気を付けたほうがよいでしょう。また、冬はかなり寒いのでホッカイロやタイツを用意したほうがよいと思います。まさしのツアーではズボンも用意してくれたので助かりました。ズボンがあるのはまさしのツアーだけと言っていました。いずれにしてもハワイ島に行ったらぜひ経験してほしいツアーだと思います。

If you go to the Big Island, visiting Mauna Kea is a must! I think it's one of the two major highlights along with Kilauea Volcano.

It's really convenient to drive to a mountain that's taller than Mount Fuji, and you can have experiences that you can't usually get. It's amazing to be able to climb above the clouds so easily.

You can see a sky full of stars that you can't see in Japan, and due to the different latitude, you can observe constellations that are not usually visible.

The cold is unimaginable from down below, but they provide excellent cold weather gear for you, making it a highly recommended tour.

ハワイ島に行ったなら、マウナケアに行くのは必須です！
キラウェア火山との二大巨頭だと思います。

富士山よりも高い山へクルマで行けちゃうのはとても楽だし、それでいて普段得られないような体験ができます。
こんな簡単に雲の上に登れちゃうのはすごいです。

日本では見られない満点の星空、緯度が違うため星座も普段見られないものが観察できます。

下界からは想像できないような寒さですが、防寒着もバッチリ貸してもらえますし、オススメのツアーです。

Other than having my camera stolen at our pick up point, the tour was wonderful and our tour guide was most informative. We learned much more than we would have had we gone out there by ourselves. The tour of Honolulu was also very interesting and, again, our tour guide was most informative.

Sorry, no pictures to post - so sorry I couldn't take pictures.

I'm glad I could thoroughly experience the standard course. The shaved ice at Matsumoto was delicious.

定番コースをじっかりと体験できて良かった。マツモトのかき氷はおいしかった。

I knew it would be a full moon when I signed up, but since I read in experiences that it might still be visible, I decided to go ahead and book it since I was staying on the Big Island.

The sea of clouds on the way to the summit and the sunset at the top were incredibly magical and beautiful—it was the best! The guide mentioned that because it was a full moon, there were fewer stars visible than usual. However, I was satisfied with the photos taken of the full moon through the telescope☆

In November, the weather isn't very good, and on the day we went, there were only thin clouds. However, the day before, it was completely covered by thick clouds, and no stars were visible at all.

During the tour, they took various photos, and it was helpful that they made them available for download from the blog later on♪

You can't know the weather until that day, but if you're going to the Big Island, I definitely recommend this tour＾＾

参加申込時点で満月だとわかっていたのですが、体験談で見えなくはないとあったのでせっかくハワイ島に宿泊するならという事で申し込みました。

山頂へ登るまでの雲海と、山頂での夕日は大変幻想的で美しく最高でした！
星空は、やはり満月なので星はいつもよりは見える数が少ないとガイドさんは言ってました。
ただ、望遠鏡で拡大した満月を写真に撮ってもらい満足でした☆

１１月は気候もあんまり良くないらしく私たちの言った日はうっすら雲がかかっている程度でしたが、前日は厚い雲に覆われ一切星空は見えなかったそうです。

ツアー中色々写真を撮ってくれて、後日ブログからダウンロードできるようにしてくれていて助かります♪♪

お天気はその日にならないとわからないですが、ハワイ島に行かれるなら是非お勧めのツアーですよ＾＾

Great tour. So glad we did this tour as we saw some stunning places.

Our tour guide Di was great and very informative. I would definitley reccommend this tour to others.

Thanks for a great Tour :)

The view from Haleakalā was truly amazing. The sunset changes its expression from day to day, and the starry sky was unlike anything I've ever seen; it's beyond words.

Also, our guide, Yamapee, had such a pleasant personality. His attentive service, guidance at the location until our arrival, and the insider tips about Maui made for an experience that exceeded my expectations.

The warm clothing provided was great, and there was nothing to complain about—both the outdoor bento and the grilled ice were wonderful!

ハレアカラの絶景は、本当に最高でした。その日その日によって表情を変えるサンセット、今まで見たことがない程の星空、言葉になりません。

そしてガイドのYamapeeさんの人柄がとても心地よいです。
気配りの届いた対応、到着までの場所でのガイド、マウイのお得情報も聞くことができ、思った以上の素晴らしい体験ができました。

防寒具も充実で悪いとこナシです～、幕の外弁当もグリグリアイスも良かった～

We took a dinner cruise on the last night to celebrate my parents' 60th birthday and wedding anniversary.

First, we were welcomed with a welcome drink, ukulele music, and hula dancing as we boarded the ship. The staff's service was excellent, and there were staff members who spoke Japanese.

During the vow renewal, the captain acted as the officiant, offering congratulatory words and reciting the vows of love. We brought leis in advance and exchanged them with my parents. It was a wonderful experience to reaffirm their love and support for each other.

After us, a young foreign couple also had a vow renewal ceremony. Following that, we enjoyed champagne while taking photos with the captain and our family. The sunset was incredibly romantic.

The food was average, but the champagne included in the package, as well as the cocktails and non-alcoholic cocktails available with coupons, were very Hawaiian and delicious. The jazz performance was lovely as well.

It might be a good idea to take something for motion sickness. We used a limousine for transportation. Since we don't usually ride in limousines in Japan, it was a great experience.

Although the price is a bit high, it was perfect for the celebration, and my parents were very happy.

両親の還暦祝いと結婚記念日祝いの為、最終日の夜にディナークルーズを利用させていただきました。
まずウェルカムドリンクとウクレレ、フラダンスに迎えられ、船に乗り込みます。
スタッフのサービスも良かったです。日本語が出来るスタッフもいました。
バウリニューアルでは、キャプテンが結婚式の神父様の役割をしてくださり、お祝いの言葉と、愛の誓いを言ってくれます。
レイは事前に用意して行き、両親に交換してもらいました。これからも愛し合い、助け合って行くことを再認識できるので、とても良かったと思います。
私たちの後に、若い外国の方がバウリニューアルしていました。
その後シャンパンを飲みながらキャプテンと家族で写真を撮ってもらえます。
サンセットはとてもロマンチックでした。
料理は普通でしたが、パックについていたシャンパンや、クーポンで飲むことが出来るカクテル、ノンアルコールカクテルがハワイらしく、味もとても美味しかったです。
ジャズ演奏もステキでした。
乗り物酔いは飲んだほうが良いかもしれません。
送迎はリムジンを利用しました。日本では乗ることがないので、良い体験ができました。
少し料金は高くなりますが、お祝いにはぴったりです。両親にとても喜んでもらえました。

This was a completely unique experience. The beauty and grand experience of the sunrise over the volcano was breathtaking. Bob, our guide, was prompt, courteous and entertaining while being very attentive to the difficult road conditions. He also gave us suggestions about places to eat and things to do during our stay.We throughly enjoyed the tour and would do it again.

I went to Maui for the first time and participated in the Haleakalā sunset and stargazing tour. There were four of us: a group of three consisting of a mother and her two daughters, and me. It was nice to have fewer people, making it more relaxed. The moon was out, so the visibility of the stars wasn't great, but the sunset was beautiful. I was able to have a valuable experience. Next time, I would like to go during the new moon.

始めてマウイ島に行きましたので、ハレアカナのサンセット星空ツアーに参加しました。
参加していたのは、母と娘さん二人の３名のグループと私の４人でしたが、人が多いよりゆったりしていて良かったです。
月が出ていたので、星空の見えぐわいは、今一でしたが
サンセットは、よく見えました。
貴重な体験をする事が出来ました。次に行く時は、新月の時に行きたいと思いています。

This time I participated alone. Indeed, it can feel a bit lonely with mostly couples around, but the guide really helped to lift the mood. There were newlywed couples and seasoned couples, but participating alone can also be enjoyable.

As for the weather, it’s mostly clear at the summit, so I don’t think you need to worry about that. They also provide warm clothing, so there’s no need to stress about that either, but make sure to bring long pants and proper shoes. Wearing Crocs can be a bit tough.

今回は一人での参加。
たしかに、カップルばっかりでちょっと寂しい気持ちになりますが、そこはガイドがしっかり盛り上げてくれました。
周りは新婚参加カップル、熟年夫婦などなど、ですが一人での参加も楽しいですよ。

転校は基本的には山頂は晴れていることがほとんどなので気にする必要は無いと思います。また、防寒着もしっかり貸してくれますので、気にする必要はありませんが、長ズボンと靴だけはしっかり持って行きましょう。クロックスだと、ちょっとしんどいですよ。

The staff was very helpful and friendly. The information provided by the guides was very good. You will get dusty!!!

Thank you for allowing me to participate in the tour. The night sky on the Big Island was beautiful. The stars I saw at Mauna Kea were, of course, stunning, but I might have had too high expectations when comparing it to the night sky I saw while chasing the aurora in another country. Overall, I think the tour itself was satisfying.

この度はツアーに参加させていただきありがとうございました。ハワイ島はハワイ島自体が星空きれいだったです。マウナケアで見た星空はもちろんきれいでしたが、他国でオーロラを見に行った星空と比較してしまい、期待しすぎたかもしれません。ツアー自体は満足できるものでよかったと思います。

We participated as a family. The beach nearby was wonderfully beautiful and soothing to the soul. However, I underestimated the situation, and almost no Japanese is spoken on the Big Island. As a result, I could hardly understand the content of the show, and checking the parking lot of the hosting hotel was quite a struggle. If you're not confident in your English, please make sure to check the parking in advance. Even without understanding the language, the dance and music of the show were enjoyable.

家族で参加しました。すぐそばに有るビーチは素晴らしく綺麗で心が癒されました。ですが、私が甘く考えていてハワイ島はほとんど日本語が通じません。のためショーの内容はほとんど分からず、開催ホテルの駐車場を確認するのも一苦労でした。英語に自信がない方は前もって駐車場の確認などして下さい。
言葉が分からなくてもショーのダンスや音楽は楽しかったです。

This was my first time on the Big Island, and I participated alone... The sunset at Mauna Kea was very beautiful. However, it was colder than I had imagined. Unfortunately, the stargazing wasn't ideal because it wasn't a new moon, and the moonlight was too strong, so we couldn't see a sky full of stars. Instead, I got to look at the moon through a telescope. I realized just how brightly the moon shines. Considering the limited schedule, the chances of having stargazing on a new moon are quite low, aren't they?

今回、初めてのハワイ島で、一人参加でしたが・・・、
マウナケアのサンセットはとても綺麗でした。
しかし、想像以上に寒かったですね。
星空観測は、残念ながら新月ではなかったので、月の光が強すぎて、満天の星空とはいかなかったです。
その代りといってはなんですが、望遠鏡でお月様を見せてもらいました。月光って、凄く光り輝いてることに改めて気づきました。
限られた日程の中で、新月に星空観測に当たる！！って、かなり確率低いんじゃないでしょうか～？

My new husband and I went on this River cruise as recommended by our travel agent as the most romantic thing we could do for our honeymoon.

The only romantic thing about it was the Hawaiian wedding song while we stood on a deck with 100 other people. This would not be my idea of romantic. Maybe it used to be a romantic place to go when you could go inside the cave but now it just looks like a rock wall with some ferns in it.

We didn't get the best start to our boat ride but we were both disappointed when we arrived to our location. The entertainment was fun and were really the only reason the trip was worth it. I wouldn't recomend it to anyone as a place to see on their honeymoon. The only thing that redeemed it was that it was probably the cheapest thing we did while we were there.

Since this site won't let me pick wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I chose families.

I had a horseback riding experience in Hawaii. At first, I was a bit anxious, but I was able to enjoy it. I got to see sea turtles, and I had a fulfilling time having shrimp for lunch.

ハワイで乗馬体験、最初は少し不安でしたが楽しく乗ることが出来ました。ウミガメを見れたり、ランチはシュリンプ食べたり充実した時間を過ごせました。