All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

So much goodies in 1 day- we loved the Kona coffe and cannot stop thinking about it!

The local tour was very satisfying! The bus to the destination took a while to arrive, and when it finally did, it passed the meeting point and picked up passengers in front of a different hotel. Fortunately, someone else was inquiring about the bus information from the tour company, and we found out it was indeed the pickup bus, which saved us from any issues. However, I think it would be reassuring to have the bus company's information in advance and to receive updates if there are any changes to the pickup location.

現地ツアーは大満足です！
行きのバスがなかなか来ず、来たと思ったら集合場所前を通り過ぎて別のホテルの前でピックアップになりました。たまたま他の方がツアー会社にバスの情報を問い合わせていて、迎えのバスであることが分かりことなきを得ましたが、事前にバス会社の情報や、ピックアップ場所の変更があれば新しい情報が分かると安心できるかなと思いました。

I have traveled to Hawaii many times, but this was my first visit to this museum. The exhibits were more fulfilling than I expected, with many displays about the Hawaiian monarchy and photographs from that era, which were quite moving. You can deepen your knowledge about Polynesian culture as a whole. There are two guided sessions in Japanese at 10:30 and 11:30. We arrived at 10:45 without knowing this, but we negotiated and were allowed to join the 10:30 session (it might be a good idea to check in advance the days and times when the Japanese guide is available). In addition to the museum, there are facilities for children (playgrounds), a planetarium, and a science center, but these are not particularly impressive.

何度もハワイに旅行しましたが、こちらのミュージアムは初めて訪問しました。予想以上に充実した展示内容で、ハワイ王朝やその時代の写真展示も多く、感慨深かったです。ポリネシア文化全体についての知識を深めることができます。10:30～、11:30～の２回、日本人ガイドによる簡単な説明もあります。私たちは知らずに10:45に到着しましたが、交渉して10:30の回に入れていただきました（日本語ガイドの開催される曜日や時間は事前に確認した方がいいかもしれません）。ミュージアム以外にも、子供向けの学習施設（遊び場）、プラネタリム、科学センター等併設していますが、これらはさほどたいしたことはありません。

It was easier to ride than I expected. After just a few minutes of instruction, we were able to ride and set off with a small group!

Two staff members were assigned to lead and ensure safety, allowing us to move smoothly. The leading staff also took videos and photos of our group with our personal cameras, which was great because it meant we had proper records of our experience, not just riding.

We took various explanations and commemorative photos along the way, and the time flew by.

I still wanted to ride more, so I thought I would like to come back again.

After we finished riding, we were grateful to receive cold drinks and fruit. However, on the final survey form, there was a note about tipping, and some people in our group said they hadn’t been informed about it until the very end. While I understand that tipping is customary in Hawaii, I believe this should be clearly stated somewhere, and the survey form, which seemed to demand a tip of 20-30% of the tour fee like a restaurant, should be revised.

If this information were communicated clearly to customers before they sign up, I don’t think we would have had complaints like those from our group. It’s also important to ensure that the fun mood at the end isn’t dampened.

The tour itself was excellent.

思っていたより簡単に乗れました、ほんの数分の講習でもう全然乗ることができ数人で出発❗

二人のスタッフが先導と周りの安全確認するのに分けれていてくれたので、私達はスムーズに移動でき、先導スタッフが個人の携帯のカメラでグループごとの動画や写真を撮ってくれていたので、ただ乗るだけではなくきちんと記録が残るので良かったです。

所々で色んな説明や記念写真も撮ったりしてあっという間の時間でした。

まだまだ乗り足りない、もっと乗っていたかったのでまた乗りに来たいと思いました。

乗り終わったら冷たい飲み物やフルーツも頂き有り難かったですが、最後のアンケートの用紙にチップが記載されており、私以外は団体グループで最後の最後に聞いてないと言う人達がいました、たしかにハワイでのチップはあると思いますが、チップの件はどこかに記載するべきだと思いますし、レストランのようにいきなりツアー料金の20〜30%のチップをよこせと言わんばかりのアンケート用紙も変更した方が良いと思いました。

まずは申し込む前のお客さんにしっかり伝わるようにしていただいていたら、今回の団体さんみたいな苦情までは行かないとは思います、最後の最後に楽しかった気分をかえさないようにするのも必要ですね。

ツアー自体は最高でした。

Reserved this tour online a day before the event and was pleasantly impressed by the prompt response by the staff confirming my reservations. The driver, Lola, arrived on time & full of positive energy! The bus was so comfortable and clean with excellent accommodations & great temperature! Lola was such a great & fun host, very informative & had a lot of historical knowledge about each destination. She really made it so fun & enjoyable for all of us! I also felt safe on her bus. She brought us all a Hawaiian poi "donut" - which was absolutely delicious, and water! Lola is very personable & likable. She is very proud of her heritage & studied cultural history at the University which explains her great speaking skills & knowledge. I felt very entertained & a bit more informed of Hawaiian culture. The tour itself drove us by many beautiful beaches on the North Shore, rich & famous neighborhoods, gorgeous landscapes, saw many rock formations such as the Chinaman hat, alligator, rabbit popping out & the lion rock. Did some coffee & a variety of macadamia nuts tasting, visited the Dole Plantation, the Byodo-In Temple, saw a black goose, 2 huge turtles and a seal relaxing on the beach! Enjoyed the quaint beachside town of Haleiwa & the various food trucks! We ate coconut shrimp from one of many good trucks in the area, which I highly recommend and then stopped by a new Mexican restaurant for a drink. I highly recommend this tour, you will gain so much knowledge, there's shopping at each stop, food & drinks! Be sure to try an ice cream cone at the Dole plantation too! Again, Lola was an excellent host and she kept us on schedule!

The guide was very kind.
The other participants in the tour were also nice people.
I joined alone, but I had a great time.

ガイドさんがとても親切でした。
同じツアー参加者も良い方たちでした。
一人での参加でしたが、楽しく過ごせました。

Fewer Japanese participants joined the tour, and since it was an English tour, I was disappointed that I couldn't understand the explanations during the bus ride. We took a 45-minute break at the Onizuka Visitor Center to acclimatize to the altitude, but there was no place to change, so I changed in the restroom. I wore Heattech top and bottom, jeans, and a fleece, with a light down parka on top. At the summit, I was lent ski pants and a warm jacket, so I was well-prepared for the cold. My hands were only cold from holding the camera.

The meal consisted of sandwiches distributed at the Visitor Center, which were very delicious, but there were no drinks provided. Since it was drizzling, I didn't feel like sitting at the outdoor tables and chairs, so I stood and ate in a corner of the center. During the stargazing, I enjoyed warm cocoa.

I was very satisfied with both the sunset and the starry sky, but I'm wondering how to receive the photo data taken during sunset and stargazing. There has been no email contact since the next day. I called but reached voicemail and left a message...

参加する日本人が少なくなっており、英語ツアーだったので、往路車中の解説はよくわからず残念。高地に慣れるためにオニヅカビジターセンターで45分間の休憩、着替えの場所はなくトイレで着替えました。ヒートテック上下にGパンとフリース、その上にライトダウンパーカーです。山頂でスキーパンツと防寒上着を貸して頂き、防寒は万全でした。カメラを持つ手が冷たかったくらいです。
食事は、ビジターセンターで配られるサンドイッチでとても美味しかったのですが、ここでは飲み物無し。小雨模様だったので、外のテーブル＆椅子に座る気になれず、センターの隅っこで立って食べました。星空観察の時には温かいココアを頂きました。
サンセットも星空も大満足だつたのですか、日没時と星空鑑賞の際に撮って下さった写真データをどう受け取るのか？翌日以降、メール連絡もありません。電話しても留守電で、メッセージは残したのですが…

Great experience! Very professional and knowledgeable.

It was great to have round trip transportation and everything provided such as waters, walking sticks, and bug spray. It was pouring rain when we went and the rain ponchos came in handy for $5. We felt very prepared for the hike along with information of its history and movie sites to look for. Was an enjoyable time

The sunset and stargazing were both amazing. Especially the stargazing, as the moon wasn't out, allowing us to see the Milky Way clearly. The only complaint I have is that the van we used for transportation was full and quite cramped. The travel time was long, and the roads were bad, so I hope this can be improved. (The driver was also lamenting about it...)

サンセット、星空観測とも最高でした。特に星空観測は月も出ていなかったのて天の川まではっきりとみることができました。
唯一不満な点として移動に使ったバンは満車でかなり窮屈なものでした。移動時間も長く途中道も悪いので改善して欲しい。（ドライバーも嘆いていたけれども。。）

The sunset was incredibly beautiful... I was moved. And the starry sky was breathtaking. I was finally able to see the starry sky that I had wanted to see for so long, and my dream came true! I was so happy.

とっても美しい景色にサンセット…感動しました。
そして満天の星空は圧巻でした。ずうっと観たかった星空を観ることができて、ついに夢が叶いました！
嬉しかったです。

I have visited the Big Island of Hawaii many times, but this time I participated because my child turned 16. I was impressed by the beauty of the stars, the vastness of the sky, and its size. They took family photos for us, and since we were the only Japanese people there, they spoke to us not only in English but also in Japanese. During the star explanation, they divided us into English and Japanese groups with the same tour company (we ended up having a private experience), which made it very easy to understand, humorous, and enjoyable. I'm glad I participated.

Note: It’s colder than I expected.

何度もハワイ島に来ていますが、子どもが16歳になったため参加をしました。
星のきれいさ、空の広さ、大きさに感動しました。
写真をファミリーごとに撮ってくれたり、日本人が私たちだけだったため、英語だけでなく日本語でも話してくれたり、星の説明のときは同じツアー会社で英語組、日本語組に分かれてやっていただけたので（私たちは結局プライベート）とてもわかりやすく、ユーモアあっておもしろく、参加してよかったです。

補足　思った以上に寒いです。

Su-san's guidance and thoughtfulness were wonderful. The photos we received were truly impressive! What a great photographer! They were very beautiful.

This was our second time as a couple, and our first time bringing our son.

Since the moon rose before 10:00 PM, it didn't affect our experience at all, and we were able to see the Milky Way clearly. It became a great memory for our family.

The BLT was delicious too.

すーさんのガイドとお気遣いが素晴らしかった。
いただいた写真もさすが！フォトグラファー！！とても美しかったです。

夫婦にとっては2回目
息子を連れての初参加。

月が出るのが22:00前だったので何ら影響なく、天の川もはっきり見ることが出来ました。
家族のいい思い出になりました。

BLTも美味しかったです。

The views were spectacular. Our tour guide was exceptional and knowledgeable. He thought of everything (e.g., hot tea, donuts, coats, gloves). He was patient with my teens and ensured all were comfortable and warm. We saw a lot of shooting stars in addition to Venus and several constellations. Pick up and drop off from the cruise ship were convenient. This was a once in a lifetime experience.

Family of four- two adult sons, enjoyed this spacious home. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfy and each with their own amazing views. Kitchen had more than enough to cook meals and enjoy local food. Favorite spot was the patio off the living room. So lush. Private. Beautiful chickens roaming and kittens. Quiet neighborhood. Took beautiful walks. Enjoyed the nearby resort for sunset and dinner. Saturdays go to the Farmers Market. Responsive replies. Plenty of beach stuff as well. Great washer and dryer set up. Books, puzzles, and games galore. Just a lovely experience!

This tour was amazing in every way!!! One of our family's favorite tours of all time!! Yoshi was an excellent driver on a rather scary road! Super safe and comfortable ride! Once we were at the top, he did the BEST job of making it a once in a lifetime experience for us. Shared lots of great information, pointed out just where to look at the perfect times. Had chairs, blankets, donuts, hot drinks, coats, you name it...he had it! Took the coolest pictures of our family during the sunset, overlooking the crater, and under the stars! The stargazing was amazing and he was especially great with our youngest as he had a step stool so she could look in the telescope easily and he took extra time with her to be sure she saw all the stars and the moon! If you do one adventure on Maui be sure it is this!!

Yoshi provides such an amazing tour and has every detail down to make sure you have the most amazing and comfortable experience. The trek up Haleakala was amazing slowly climbing above the clouds. The views were indescribable and the sunset views are going to be tough to match. The stargazing was a whole other experience that you just have to try for yourself. So grateful to have had this experience and so glad we chose Maui All Stars Stargazing!

I am so glad I booked this luau for my family and me. We all had such a good
time. The show was very entertaining to watch. We got to learn a lot about Polynesian culture. They also involve the audience as well. As for the food, it was great as well. There was a wide selection of food and dessert. If you want to have a good time and eat great food, I would recommend this. You also have the option of adding transportation which was great for us.

Overall very nice experience.
Food was better than anticipated and show was funny and very informative.
It is well organized as well.
A bit far and remote however was worth it and would highly recommend.

We learned so much about the history of Hawaii and the importance of restoring and maintaining its unique culture.

This was best luau show we have been to. The Chief was so funny and made the show. We loved the girls dancing and the guys with the fire were outstanding. The food was ok

Breathtaking views, I wish I could sleep under this view nightly, great vent and wont forget!

Amazing experience! Lots of the island wrapped up in a day you can't go wrong.

I enjoyed the special dinner cruise on the Star of Honolulu for the last night of my trip to Hawaii, which was on Independence Day. The luxurious dinner and the entertaining show by the fun crew on board were excellent. The sunset was also very beautiful, and it was truly moving.

ハワイ旅行の最後の夜を独立記念日のスペシャルディナークルーズ　スターオブホノルル号で楽しみました。豪華な夕食と楽しいクルーの船上でのショーは
非常に良かったです。サンセットも大変良くて、感動しました。

I had visited the Kamehameha statue and the "This Tree, What Tree" before, so I joined a tour to go to places I hadn't been to. The guide took us to spots that even the repeat visitors from Hawaii didn't know about. It felt great to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the beautiful weather in the countryside. The malasada was delicious, and even though I can't eat shrimp, I was satisfied with the chicken katsu plate that was prepared for me.

カメハメハ像やこの木なんの木は訪問したことがあったので行ったことない所に行けるツアーを参加しました。
同行したハワイのリピーターさんも知らないようなところも案内していただきました。
都会の喧騒をはなれて田舎部分に行くととても天気も良く気持ちよかったです。
masaladaもおいしかったですし、エビ食べられない私でもチキンカツプレートを用意していただき満足でした。

The sunset and starry sky at Haleakalā were breathtakingly beautiful. It was an experience that sharpened all my senses.

The tour was enjoyable thanks to Yamapi's attentive support and engaging conversation, allowing me to reflect on myself. He provided detailed lectures about Haleakalā and the starry sky, making it easy to immerse myself in the experience without getting bored. Additionally, we enjoyed Krispy Kreme donuts and poke bowls along the way, and dining while watching the sunset over Maui was exceptionally delicious.

I definitely want to come back to Maui and participate in this tour again!

ハレアカラのサンセットと星空は息をのむように美しい景色でした。五感が研ぎ澄まされるような体験でした。

ツアーは、ヤマピーさんの至れり尽くせりのサポートとトークで楽しい時間を過ごすことができましたし、自分見つめ返すことができました。
ハレアカラのこと、星空のことを詳しくレクチャーして下さるので、飽きることなく世界観を楽しむことができました。
また、途中でクリスピードーナッツとポキボールを頂きましたが、マウイ島に沈む夕焼けを見ながらの食事は格別に美味しかったです。

また、ぜひマウイ島に来てこちらのツアーに参加したいです！

Our family of 8 ranging from ages 16-91 really enjoyed this excursion. Relaxing ride on the boat with beautiful live Hawaiian music and dancers was an extra treat. The Fern Grotto was beautiful. I would highly recommend this excursion.

The tour guy was exceptionally professional. Good ride. Very Friendly. Caring and taking care for everyone on the tour. He’s also a professional photographer and showed us how to take great night photos!!! Best experience!!! 100% Recommend this tour!!! He gave us the most memorable experience for our trip! My kids are ages of 12 and 8. They like this tour a lot.

We participated in a tour as a couple aged 68 and 65. It was our first experience with horseback riding, but there was one assistant for every four people, so it was easy to just follow along without any issues.

Once we got from the ranch to the coast, we were able to see the beautiful blue sea from a high vantage point. While enjoying the view of the ocean, we had a fun time leisurely riding the horses. The horses were accustomed to carrying people, so we just had to maintain our balance. We only needed to slightly change direction or move the reins when stopping. The 70 minutes flew by.

After horseback riding, we went to Haleiwa and tried the garlic shrimp and fries combo from a food truck recommended by our driver, Kazu. It was truly wonderful.

68歳と65歳の夫婦でツアーに参加しました。乗馬は全くの初体験でしたが、4名に1名のアシスタントがいて、ただついて行くだけでしたので問題ありませんでした。
牧場から海岸に出ると、真っ青なきれいな海を高い位置から見ることができました。海を見ながら、馬に任せて楽しく散策できました。
人を乗せるのに慣れた馬のため、ただバランスをとって乗っているだけでした。ほんの少しだけ方向を変えたり、止まるときに手綱を動かすだけですみました。70分はあっという間でした。
乗馬の後でハレイワにいき、ドライバーの一（かず）さんおすすめ、テレビでも紹介されたというキッチンカーでガーリックシュリンプとフライのコンボを食べました。本当によかったです。

I participated in the Waimea Falls tour with my mother (in our 60s and 30s) because the content looked fun. Although it was an early morning departure and a quick return, it was a very fulfilling tour, and we were extremely satisfied! The inclusion of breakfast and lunch was also appealing, and having a Japanese guide made it a reassuring experience.

**Staff Response**
I found the tour just before leaving Japan and applied right before the desired date, but they kindly accommodated us. They informed me in advance that arranging a Japanese guide would be difficult, but they managed to do so. Toshi accompanied us, and while attending to other foreign tourists, he also provided us with a lot of information, making it a fun and fulfilling tour!

**COVID-19 Measures**
The vehicle was large enough to accommodate all 12 participants, and since most people in Hawaii were not wearing masks, the other foreign participants were maskless. We wore masks only inside the vehicle.

**Coffee Farm**
The shop had a stylish local vibe, and we enjoyed coffee and breakfast there. We each chose different types of bread to share, and both were delicious, but personally, I found the one with sausage to be the tastiest. We also had time to see coffee trees and purchase coffee as souvenirs.

**Waimea Falls**
We enjoyed beautiful flowers, rare plants, and birds on the way to the falls. Toshi taught us various things, and we even got to see the colorful geckos we wanted to see in Hawaii. The path to the falls was paved, and many small children were enjoying the hike. Casual clothing is fine, and bringing long sleeves for insect repellent is advisable. We planned not to swim, but there were no places to enter barefoot, and the stones were painful, so we only dipped our feet a little. There were lifeguards on site, and life jackets were available for rent. There are changing rooms, but no lockers, so valuables should be managed personally. Having the Japanese guide with us made us feel secure. I wish I had brought my swimsuit.

They arranged for us to go to the falls while there were fewer tourists. We also learned about Hawaiian culture in the park, and at the end, we took a quiz and received a commemorative pin badge. I chose shrimp for lunch, which was a bit spicy, but the shrimp were large and delicious.

**Dole**
The surrounding scenery was great, and the pineapple ice cream was very tasty. Since the stay was short and there were many other tourists, if you want to eat ice cream or similar, it's better to line up immediately at the back right of the shop.

I think this tour is very enjoyable, packed with various experiences in a short time!

ワイメア滝ツアーの内容が楽しそうだったので母娘で参加しました。（60代・30代）
早朝出発、早い帰宅でしたが、とても充実したツアーで大満足でした！
朝食・昼食付きな所も魅力的で、日本語ガイドさんも付き添ってくださったので安心ツアーでした。
〈スタッフの方の対応〉
日本出国の直前にツアーを見つけ、参加希望日の直前の申込みでしたが、親切に対応してくださいました。事前に日本語ガイドの手配が難しいと連絡がありましたが、手配してくださいました。今回Toshiさんという方が同行してくださいましたが、他の外国人ツアー客もみながら、私達の事もしっかりフォローして色々な事を教えてくださり、楽しい充実したツアーとなりました！
〈コロナ感染対策〉
車は全12名が乗れるほどのサイズ感で、ハワイは既にマスク着用者が殆どいない事もあり、他の外国人参加者の方はノーマスクでした。私達は車内のみ一応マスクしていました。
〈コーヒーファーム〉
店内はローカル感満載のお洒落で、コーヒーと朝食をいただきました。パンは1人ずつ違う物を選びシェアして食べました。どちらも美味しかったですが、個人的にはウインナー入りが美味しかったです。
出発までの時間にコーヒーの木を見たり、コーヒーを購入してお土産もゲットできました。
〈ワイメア滝〉
綺麗な花、珍しい植物や鳥など滝に行くまでもとても楽しめました。Toshiさんが色々と教えてくださり、今回ハワイで見たかったカラフルなヤモリGECKOにも会うことができました。
滝までの道は舗装されており、小さな子供も沢山いてハイキングを楽しんでいました。服装は動きやすい格好でOKですし、虫除け対策に長袖を持って調節すれば問題ないです。今回は泳がないつもりで行きましたが、素足で入れる場所がなく石が痛いため少ししか浸かりませんでした。現地のライフガードもいますし、ライフジャケットも貸してもらえます。更衣室もありますが、ロッカーは無いので貴重品は個人管理です。日本語ガイドさんが一緒に入ってくれていたので安心そうでした。水着を持っていけば良かったです。
観光客がどんどんくるので、人が少ないうちに滝に行けるようにしてくれていました。
園内ではハワイの文化も学びますが、最後はクイズにチャレンジし記念にピンバッチをもらいました。ランチはシュリンプを選びましたが、少しスパイシーでエビが大きく美味しかったです。
〈Dole〉
周りの景色もよくパイナップルアイスがとても美味しかったです。滞在時間が短く他の観光客が多いので、アイスなどを食べたい場合は、すぐにショップの右奥に並びに行った方が良いです。

短い時間の中にも色々が凝縮されていて、とても楽しめるツアーだと思います！