Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on April 11th. Initially, I had signed up for the 10th, but upon checking, I found out it was the day after the full moon. When I contacted the tour company, they informed me that the stars would be more beautiful on the 11th, so they changed my reservation.
Fortunately, on the 10th, there was snow, and the roads were closed, resulting in the tour being canceled. When we gathered on the 11th, we were still told that the roads were closed and we might not be able to reach the summit, but we received word that they had reopened partway, and the weather was improving. The summit was completely white from the previous day's snow, and there were people snowboarding.
During the sunset, the staff mentioned that it had been a long time since they had seen such a beautiful view, and it truly was stunning and moving. It was extremely cold, though... After the sunset, we had stargazing. We saw shooting stars, the Milky Way, and many stars I had never seen before. They provided detailed explanations about the stars, making it a fulfilling tour.
I had seen Mauna Kea on TV several times and always wanted to go. Depending on the weather, the sunset and stargazing might not be visible, but when I went, it was said to be as beautiful as it could get, so I was really glad to have fulfilled my wish.
4月11日に参加しました。
最初は10日で申し込んでいたのですが、調べると満月の
翌日でした。ツアー会社に問い合わせたところ、11日の
方が星がキレイに見えるとのことで、変更していただきました。
とてもラッキーなことに、10日は雪で道路が閉鎖されて
ツアーが中止されたそうです。
11日も集合した時に、まだ閉鎖されていて、頂上まで行けないかもと言われてたのですが、途中で開通の連絡が入り、天候もよくなってきました。
前日の雪で山頂は真っ白。
スノボーやってる人もいました。
サンセットは、スタッフの人がこんなにキレイに見えたのは久しぶりと言ってたほどで、ほんとキレイで感動しました。
すっごい寒かったけど・・・
サンセットの後は、星空観測。
流れ星、天の川、今まで見たことない星をたくさん見ました。星の説明も丁寧にしてくれて、ボリューム満点のツアーでした。
何度かテレビで見ていて、いつか行きたいと思ってたマウナケア。天候によってはサンセットや星空がキレイに見れないようですが、私が行った時は、これ以上キレイには見えないと言われたほどで、ほんと念願かなってヨカッタです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Teresa
This was the best activity of our trip, and we did everything we could in two weeks! I wish we could have done this every day on every island. This is so appropriate for even small children - and even us old ones!
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My tour guide was Nappy. He was a true Hawaiian and new a lot about the island. He was very funny and made the tour enjoyable. I would recommend this for people who want to see all of the main attractions around Oahu!
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/16 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Overall the tour was enjoyable, but it could have been better. The driver forgot to pick me up at my hotel and I had to call to remind them. The driver/guide gave a great deal of information about everthing, so much so that the constant talk became a blur after a while. The sights we saw were great for a first timer to the island, but if I were to come back, I would stay on the west coast and drive over to see the volcano.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Fern Grotto was absolutely beautiful.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/07 |
Reviewed by: Scott
Biking the North Shore was awesome
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Kauai Lover
I and my husband enjoyed a lot. Our guide has very much knowledge about Kauai, and Hawaii's history, too. Even the tour was long, we never got bored!
That was our First trip to Kauai, and we didn't know where should we go. But this tour gave me so much experience in Kauai.
If you go to Kauai First time, you should join this tour!
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I joined this tour by myself alone, but the tour was totally enjoyable. Our guide was very informative. He pointed out the place which has historically important, or Hawaiian plants, which has so many unique shapes and way to use.
He made whole day. And the view from the Lookout point was WOW!
I will recommend this tour for Anyone.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/04 |
Reviewed by: リンク
I participated with lunch and transportation included. The lunch was okay. For the transportation, I realized it’s better to speak up when you see a bus that looks like it belongs to the tour, rather than just waiting at the pickup spot. This applies not only to this tour but also to others.
It seemed fine to be picked up at the hotel and to stay at Aloha Tower on the way back (since the number of people going and returning was different).
Now, there were quite a few people on board, and I thought we probably wouldn’t see any whales. So, I was in a complete state of giving up, just looking at the sea while saying, “I heard they give you a ticket to ride again.”
Then, my child started to fuss about being hungry, and while I was asking, “Do you want to eat?” there was an announcement on the boat saying, “There’s a whale at 2 o'clock.”
Suddenly, the boat was buzzing with excitement, and everyone was thrilled when they saw the whale's tail! We were able to see the tail multiple times, but since it’s a wild animal, it was at the whale's pace. We kept looking at the sea, and it was like, “Oh, it just spouted! I saw the tail!”
I was wondering, “Aren’t whales usually in groups?” and then we spotted another whale at 9 o'clock!
It was quite exciting! It was more thrilling than when we went to see dolphins. The dolphins were cute, but the whales gave a sense of the grandeur of nature, which was incredibly moving. It felt like discovering Mount Fuji??? Maybe because you can’t see them in aquariums?
On the boat, there were various activities like hula and ukulele lessons, and making leis, which were fun. It was a moment that everyone from children to the elderly could enjoy.
However, coffee, tea, and fruit punch were free, while other soft drinks and alcohol were at an additional charge... I thought it would have been nice if at least one drink was free.
Also, they take the promised photo when boarding. It’s a nice keepsake, so we always buy it, but the boarding process takes quite a while for the group to gather, so be prepared to wait patiently.
ランチ・送迎付きでの参加です。
ランチはまあまあ。送迎は、ピックアップ場所で待ってるだけよりは、それらしいバスを見かけたら自分から声をかけた方がいいなと実感しました。これは、このツアーだけでなく、他のツアーに参加するときもそうです。
ホテルで拾ってもらって、帰りはアロハタワーに残る事もOKのようでした。(行きと帰りの人数が違っていたので)
さて、乗船人数はかなり多かったですが、私たちはクジラはもう見れないかなーと思っての参加でした。
だから「再度乗れるよっていう券、くれるらしいよ~」なんて言って完全諦めモードで海を眺めてました。
そのうち、子供がおなかがすいたとぐずりだしたので「食べる?」なんて言ってたら、「クジラが2時の方向に居る」との船内放送がありました。
そうしたら、船内がザワザワというかキャー!というか、もうみんな浮き足立って
クジラのシッポが見えると 大歓声!
何度もシッポを見る事はできましたが、やはりそれは自然の生き物なのでクジラのペースです。
ずーっと海を見ていて 「あ、今、潮吹いた!シッポが見えた!」という感じでした。
「クジラって群れで居ないのかなー」って言ってたら、今度は9時の方向でもクジラが!
かなりエキサイティングでしたよー。
ドルフィンを見に行った時よりも盛り上がりました。
ドルフィンは「かわいい!」って感じでしたが、ホエールはなんか大自然の雄大さを感じるというか感激度もすごかったです。富士山を発見した時のような感じ???水族館などでも見れないという事からですかね?
船内では、フラ、ウクレレのレッスン・レイを作るなど様々な催しがあり、楽しかったです。
子供からお年寄りまでたのしめたひと時でした。
ただ、コーヒー、紅茶、フルーツパンチは無料。それ以外のソフトドリンクとアルコールが別料金だったので・・・・
どうせなら1杯は無料とかだと良かったのにな~と思いました。
あと、乗船の時に お約束の写真を撮ります。
記念になるので我が家では絶対に買うのですが、撮影で乗船時にかなりもたつきます。グループで全員揃って、気長に待ってね。という感じです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/03 |
Reviewed by: don
Very informative, interesting and enjoyable. Would recommend to everyone
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Very enjoyable and interesting! The naturalist was very knowledgeable and answered all questions posed by my grandchildren. The staff was very attentive to us.
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
If you're traveling to Hawaii, I think you should definitely experience this at least once. While water sports and shopping can be done in other places, shows like this are unique to Hawaii. Not only was there a language barrier, but all the procedures and arrangements were tailored for Americans, yet I still enjoyed it. I was satisfied with both the food and the show. It would have been nice if the leis and photos were included in the participation fee instead of having to pay for them on the spot, as I wanted to feel like I was receiving a gift.
ハワイに旅行に来たなら、一度は体験するといいと思います。ウォータースポーツや買い物は他の場所でもできますが、こういうショーはハワイ独特のものなので。言葉の問題だけでなく、すべての手続きやしきりがアメリカ人向けにできていましたが、楽しめました。お料理もショーも満足しました。価格を上げてもいいから、レイや写真はその場でお金を出して買うのでなく、参加費に含まれているとよかったです。プレゼントされる気分を味わいたかったので。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/18 |
Reviewed by: mary behrens
ATV safety demonstration was outstanding. We are experienced ATV people and also owners. mb
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Deborah & Andrea B.
We had such fun! Toby was the greatest tour guide, pointing out every site and giving both sides of the copter a chance to see it. This was the highlight of my daughter's and my trip! If you have only one choice for an activity, make it this one!
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Dar from San Diego
Nappy, our bus driver and tour guide, made our tour fun, friendly and informative! He is a great storyteller and really takes an interest in his guests. All day tours in large busses are often long and grueling but he took the time to get to make sure that everyone was safe and was able to enjoy each stop to the fullest. My cousin, who is a local but has never played 'tourist', thought he was wonderful! She said that she never thought taking an island tour could be so much fun. Mahalo nui loa, Nappy! You are 'no ka oi' and we love you!
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Guides Justin & Gabe were great. North Shore is amazing-must do if staying on Oahu. We got to see sea turtles, Waimea Falls, the Bonzai Pipeline & surfing was even an option.
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Robert and Mikey Broughto
Our guide Dom, did an excelllent and very historical view not only of the Missouri but of World War II in the Pacific. this was the Highlight of my visit
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Not far from the shore, I was able to see the tails and backs of whales 4 to 5 times. Additionally, dolphins swam alongside the boat, and I was moved by their vitality, which is incomparable to what you see in an aquarium.
陸からさほど遠くない所で、鯨の尾びれや背中を4~5回見ることが出来ました。またイルカが船と一緒に泳いでくれ、水族館で見るものとは比較できないほどの躍動感に感動しました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/13 |
Reviewed by: BigDaddy
Please go and pay your respects! Tour bus picks you up and tells you how everything goes. We got right in when on some days you must wait an 1 or so. There's a short film before you are boated over to the memorial. It's awe inspiring.
Our drive was a cocky know it all rude person. Well, at least he thought he knew it all. He really sounded uneducated and told us things we did not need to hear. He also took about 12 cig breaks.
Overall great price and pretty good service.
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The tour itself was very informative and the weather great. I enjoyed the island very much.
Thanks!
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was our second time to Oahu and our second sunset cruise. The first time was with Navatek and that was a nice cruise but we felt that one was overcrowded (we upgraded our cruise on both trips). The cruise on the Star of Honolulu was much more expensive than our upgraded Navatek cruise so we were looking for a much improved experience.
The Star of Honolulu cruise was VERY personal as there were very few people who upgraded to the upper deck package. Matt and Captain Roy were extremely attentive and a pleasure to be around.
Unfortunately it was very overcast and the ocean choppy for our voyage but the dining experience was first class. The jazz show was phenomenal as well.
The coach ride felt like herding cattle, and at the price of our ticket I would expect a more personal form of transportation (I realize a personal car required an additional upgrade, but would have expected something more intimate than a full sized tour bus). There was little to no information given
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Mike and Janet Lickteig
First time to do ATV and truly loved it. The guys who guided us did a great job- the Kipu area is beautiful and we both will remember it always. Try it you will not regret it.
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was a great tour. We had Keao as our guide and he was great!!!! He is very knowledgable and keeps the bus entertained. I would recommend this tour for everyone.
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/28 |
Reviewed by: さいたまファミリー
We boarded the afternoon cruise and checked in at the pier office, which was easy to find in front of the ship. Onboard, there was a generous service of drinks, fruits, and snacks (though I wished the drinks had a bit more creativity). The deck was spacious, mainly filled with international guests, and we encountered whales (after departing, we saw wild dolphins and captured six photos of a humpback whale's tail). The staff's instructions, even in English, were entertaining and easy to understand. They were very attentive to the guests and engaged with us multiple times, making it a fun half-day experience.
午後発のクルーズに乗船、桟橋オフィス(乗船する船の前受付が分かりやすい)チェックイン、船上ではドリンク、フルーツ、スナックサービス(ドリンクの味にひと工夫がほしい)は豊富にありました、甲板も広く外国の人が主ですがクジラ遭遇(出港すると野生イルカに遭遇、ザトウクジラの尾尾を6回写真に収める)による前後左右のスタッフの指示が英語であっても面白おかしく分かり易かった、スタッフは客の対応も熱心で私たちにもなんべんも話しかけてくれた楽しい半日でした。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/26 |
Reviewed by: kazz
Before going, I was surprisingly indifferent, thinking I would only catch a glimpse. After boarding, as soon as we set sail, we saw what seemed to be a spout. Then, while enjoying a meal (which was decent) and Hawaiian music, there was an announcement that we could see something at the 9 o'clock position. From there, it was amazing—two whales performed for about 20 minutes. I was so moved! Thank you very much. I might say it was just luck that I got to see them, but I am very satisfied.
行く前は意外と冷めていましてどうせチラッと観える位だと想って乗船、出港してすぐ潮吹きらしいものが、その後なんとなく姿らしきものが、食事(まあまあ)しながらハワイアン気分の音楽など楽しみながら居ると9時方向に観えるとのアナウンス、それからがもう大変2頭のショーが約20分、
感激です!有難う御座いました、たまたま観れたと言えばそうなのかもしれませんが満足です。
Thank you for joining our Star of Honolulu cruise. We're glad you were able to see the whales. We look forward to welcoming you back again.
この度は私共スターオブホノルルのクルーズにご参加頂き有難うございました。
鯨が良く見られて良かったですね。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Phil and Colleen Godly
Thank you Ron and staff for the best two days of our trip to Hawaii.Nothing was over done.You just told it as it was.A recommended tour for all.Would recommend to those who have traveled a long distance to allow at least two days to cover all that Pearl Harbor has to offer.Ron was a magnificent guide,he was able to make it interesting informative and fun,thanks Ron
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/22 |
Reviewed by: HBaxter
We enjoyed this lazy trip down the river and learned a lot about the river on the way from the captain. The fern grotto was beautiful, though not quite as lush as it had once been (so don't expect it to look like the postcards you see! I guess the hurricanes did some damage). The entertainment at the grotto was also lovely - hearing the traditional Hawaiian wedding song (in Hawaiian) with beautiful harmonies was enchanting. I also love that this is a family run business, putting money back into the traditions of Hawaii and the families that reside there. We took our seven year old boy and nine year old girl, and grandma, and everyone enjoyed the trip.
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Bill & Diane
Toshi, our pilot, was very informative and made our trip memorable. We bought the DVD of the trip so we enjoy it over and over. Thanks for a great time.
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/22 |
Reviewed by: mauburu
Once again this year, I had a wonderful time. At first, I heard the conditions were perfect, but unfortunately, I couldn't encounter them! In the evening, I was able to enjoy a cruise off the coast of Honolulu on the famous "Star of Honolulu," which included warm coffee. However, since I had a re-boarding coupon, I decided to give it another try the day before my return! I'm glad I did.
Seeing the whales swimming happily together was truly moving. When the ship was about to leave after the promised 30 minutes, the whales came close to the ship as if to say goodbye.
There were also ukulele performances and cultural activities, but I completely forgot about those and just enjoyed the experience.
I definitely recommend participating. After disembarking, you can climb the adjacent "Aloha Tower" for free, where you can enjoy a stunning view. (There’s also an old-fashioned elevator!)
昨年に続き、今年も楽しませていただきました。
最初は、絶好の条件!とのことでしたが残念ながら
遭遇できず!夜はディナーで有名な「スターオブホノルル」号で、暖かいコーヒーが付いたホノルル沖のクルーズと割り切ってしまうことも出来ましたが、
再乗船のクーポンを頂いていましたので、帰国前日にチャレンジ! 最乗船して良かったです。
親子で、仲良く泳ぐ鯨の姿にもう感動でした。
30分とのお約束があって船がその場を離れようと
していると、別れを惜しむかのように船のすぐ
そばまで寄ってきてくれました。
ウクレレや例のカルチャもあるのですが、
そんなことには、すっかり忘れて楽しみました。
ぜひ、参加をお勧めしたいです。
下船後は、無料で登れますので、隣接の「アロハタワー」に登ってみてください。絶景が楽しめますよ。(年代もののエレベータもあります)
Thank you for reboarding the whale watching tour.
I'm glad you were able to see the mother and baby whales.
We look forward to having you on board again!
From Star of Honolulu.
この度はホエールウォッチングへの再乗船ありがとうございました。
親子クジラを見ることができて良かったですね。
またのご乗船お待ちしております!
スターオブホノルルより
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/21 |
Reviewed by: WilderGuy
Best meal we had on the island, & the entertainment was really well done. This was our first trip to the Big Island for our 20th anniversary, so we were trying to pack in a wide variety of activities. A Luau was almost a must on the list of things to do. We were not sure what to expect, but the experience was one we wouldn't have wanted to miss. Very well done by everyone involved. Mahalo!
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/19 |
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An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
This is the Star of Honolulu.
We are pleased to hear that whales were observed on the day of your cruise. Since they are natural creatures, there are times when they may not appear, even on days when guests are scheduled to return the next day, so we believe you were truly lucky.
If you have the opportunity, please consider using the Star of Honolulu again. Thank you for sailing with us this time.
Reservation Department
スターオブホノルルです。
お客様のご乗船された日にクジラが観測されたそうで、私どもも嬉しく思います。(そこはやはり自然の生き物なので、本当に「明日お帰りになられる」というお客様が乗られた日であっても出ないことがあるので、お客様の場合本当にラッキーだったと思います。
また機会がございましたらスターオブホノルルをご利用くださいませ。この度はご乗船ありがとうございました。
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