Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

great experience

Reviewed by: Peter Long

We went to the top, little lightheaded but no big deal. The stop at the lower altitude helps. Dinner was fun, just like going out camping, no frills, you get your portion and you eat it. Lasagna was actually very tasty, not overcooked, then back into the van( very comfortable), and up we go.

The summit was surreal, enveloped in the mist and clouds with large telescopes all around. We did not see the sunset because of the clouds. But it was still a great experience. We also had bad luck with star watching despite our driver's best efforts. At the end we were told that we will get a full refund minus our food ( $19). That was what convince me that the company stood behind its word. I plan to take the same trip as soon as I get back, and I will. I believe that given all the variables every trip is unique and worth taking. It was a great experience, we felt well taken care of and completely safe. Good job Veltra and our guide and driver Greg. Thank you.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

I was very satisfied! 大満足でした！

Reviewed by: みー。

It was a breeze to reach the summit while chatting with Mr. Kunisaki in the car, even though I was worried I might get car sick!

It was so much fun and became a lifelong memory. The sunset and the starry sky were incredible! Also, the delicious bento and warm miso soup (with green onions!) were great.

The warm tea and cookies we enjoyed under the starry sky overflowed with everyone’s hospitality!!

I’m so glad I went to Hawaii Island for my first overseas trip with my mother!

Thank you for the wonderful memories.

I’ll look for "Summer Love Triangle" in Japan too (laughs).

Also, the honey that Mr. Kunisaki recommended was super delicious! I only bought two, but I wish I had bought more (^ - ^).

お迎えの車から、国東さんと話しっぱなして、車酔いするかな？と思っていた山頂まであっという間でした！

凄く楽しく、一生の思い出になりました。
あんな夕日と、満天の星空！
あと、美味しかったお弁当&温かい味噌汁(ネギ入り！)

星空の下で頂いた、温かい紅茶とクッキー
皆さんの、おもてなしの気持ちが溢れていました！！

初めての母との海外旅行、ハワイ島に行って良かったです！

素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

日本でも「夏の三角関係 」探してみます(笑)

あと、国東さんがオススメしてくれたはちみつスッゴク美味しかったです！
二個しか買わなかったけど、爆買すれば良かったなー(^-^)

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

"A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN PARIDISE"

Reviewed by: Michele

We stared the day with a happy welcome from our guide and driver Jim. He had been a truck driver for most of his life so I felt very comfortable with his driving. From the very start to the end of the day Jim regaled us with his knowledge of the history, biology, geology, stories, songs and politics of this beautiful island. Our first stop was lunch at a pretty park. Lunch was delicious and healthy. We saw waterfalls, volcanos, steam vents and many different types of wild animals. We took an afternoon coffee break at the Big Island Candies shop where we enjoyed a free cup of Kona coffee and tasted many samples of the best cookies. Of course I had to buy at least one box. That evening we ate dinner and had drinks at a nice old lodge by the volcano. We enjoyed the company of the other guests. We all agreed dinner was great. The clouds had cleared and we were able to see the errie red glow of the lava and did some star gazing with Jim's high powered binoculars. The air was chilly up on the mountain and Jim made us hot chocolate and coffee to warm us up. On the way back to our hotels we watched a very interesting video of the history of the volcano with many amazing close up shots of inside and lava flows. It turned out to be a wonderful day and my husband and I agreed we were glad we went and it was worth every penny.

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ハワイ島　オーシャンラフティング＆シュノーケルリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／食事付き＞

Captain Zodiac キャプテン・ゾディアック号

Reviewed by: hidezumi

Other than my spouse and I, everyone was American, and it was a bit difficult to understand the conversation, which was disappointing. However, the captain drove the boat like a roller coaster, and it was thrilling and fun. We saw a lot of dolphins, and I was happy to see a whale as well. I think this was a very satisfying and memorable optional tour.

私達夫婦以外はアメリカ人で、会話が分り難く、その辺りは残念でしたが、キャプテンがボートをジェットコースターのように運転してくれて、スリリングで楽しかった。イルカも沢山見れたし、クジラが見れたのは嬉しかった。
大満足の記憶に残るオプショナルツアーと思います。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

I was able to enjoy the dynamic sunset and starry sky on the Big Island of Hawaii! ハワイ島のダイナミックな夕日と星空を堪能できました！

Reviewed by: まきゆか

During the drive from the pickup location to Mauna Kea, we listened to the guide's explanations and interesting stories, making the long journey enjoyable. We had dinner at the Onizuka Visitor Center, where they provided miso soup, creating a warm and comforting moment. It was quite cold near the summit of Mauna Kea, but they lent us warm clothing, allowing us to take our time and enjoy the sunset. The weather was great, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset from the best spot; it was the most stunning sunset I have ever witnessed.

After the sun set, we descended to about 3,500 meters and enjoyed stargazing. The guide mentioned that since it was the day after a new moon, we could see stars up to magnitude 6, which is usually difficult to see. Starting with the North Star and the Big Dipper, we explored the twelve zodiac constellations, the Southern Cross, and the winter Milky Way, with the guide providing detailed explanations using a laser pointer while incorporating Greek mythology. Here, we were served warm tea and chocolate chip cookies, which helped warm our chilled bodies as we enjoyed the beautiful starry sky. Thank you to our guide, Matsuzaki-san, for this wonderful experience!

ピックアップ場所からマウナケアまでの車内でもガイドの方の説明や、面白い話を聞き、長旅ではあったが、楽しい道中でした。オニズカビジターセンターにて夕食のお弁当。お味噌汁なども用意されており、ほっと温まる時間でした。マウナケア山頂付近はかなり冷えていましたが、防寒着を上下貸してくれたので、ゆっくりと夕日を見ることができました。天気も良く、美しい夕日をベストスポットで見ることができ、今までで見たサンセットで1番美しい景色でした。
日が沈んでから山を3500m程のところまで降り、星空鑑賞をしました。 この日は新月の翌日で普段は難しい6等星まで見えるとガイドの方がおっしゃっていました。 北極星と北斗七星から始まり黄道12星座、南十字星、冬の天の川などギリシャ神話を交えながらレザーポインターを使って丁寧に説明して下さいました。ここでは温かい紅茶とチョコレートチップクッキーが振る舞われ、冷えた身体を暖めながら美しい星空を堪能できました。今回お世話になったガイドの松崎さん、ありがとうございました！

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ハワイ島　オーシャンラフティング＆シュノーケルリングツアー ＜英語ガイド／食事付き＞

Definitely worth participating. 参加する価値あり

Reviewed by: マリー

While searching for a snorkeling tour on the Big Island, I discovered this tour. The tagline "Thrilling Rafting Adventure" caught my attention, and I checked the details, which seemed quite intense! I decided to participate, looking forward to ocean rafting more than snorkeling. After arriving on the Big Island, I had the hotel’s travel desk call to confirm my participation and get detailed meeting location information. On the day of the tour, I drove to Honokohau Marina, which was easier to find than I expected, and I arrived without getting lost. Once all the participants gathered, it was time to board. Before that, the captain asked me, "Where are you from? Do you speak English?" I replied, "A little." The entire tour was in English, and it seemed like the captain and staff were not particularly inclined to communicate more than necessary with participants who were not native English speakers. By the way, the introduction mentioned that "the captain would provide a written translation of the spot descriptions in Japanese before boarding, so you can enjoy the activities without a language barrier!" However, nothing was provided, and the tour started. As we set off, the boat gradually picked up speed, and the bouncing over the waves became more pronounced. I was excited to see how fast we would go. There was a rope stretched across the floor to prevent anyone from falling through, and I sat on the edge of the boat, holding onto the rope, feeling the wind, sunlight, and the blue sea directly—it was incredibly liberating! I wanted to keep going like this forever! But my backside was hurting! (laughs) A note for women: the shorts worn over a bikini sit right under your backside when you sit on the edge of the boat, and with each bounce, the back of your thighs rub against it. I recommend wearing knee-length pants. Also, they advised us to remove hats and towels to prevent them from flying away, so be sure to apply sunscreen thoroughly. At the snorkeling point, snacks, juice, and sandwiches were provided, and you could relax and eat on the boat or quickly eat and float in the sea. The coastal cliffs were breathtakingly spectacular. There might be a stronger sense of being out of place due to the few Japanese participants, but those who don’t mind can enjoy themselves thoroughly.

ハワイ島でのシュノーケリングツアーを探していると、このツアーを発見。「スリル満点のラフティングアドベンチャー」のうたい文句に引かれて詳細を確認、結構激しいらしい♪シュノーケリングよりもオーシャンラフティングに期待を膨らませて参加することに。ハワイ島に到着後、参加確認の電話をホテルの旅行会社のデスクからかけてもらい、詳しい集合位置を教えてもらう。当日はレンタカーでホノコハウ・マリーナへ。思ったよりわかりやすい場所で迷うことなく到着。ツアー参加者が揃うといよいよ乗船。その前に船長から「どこから来た？英語できる？」と聞かれ「少しね」と答える。ツアー中は全て英語、船長やスタッフにゆっくり話したり、英語が母国語ではない参加者と必要以上のコミュニケーションを取ろうという気はなさそう。ちなみに「キャプテンが英語で語るスポットの説明などを日本語に翻訳した文章を乗船前に渡してくれるので、言葉の壁なくアクティビティをお楽しみいただけます！」と紹介文にあったが、特に何もないままツアースタート。出港すると徐々にボートの速度が上がり、波を越える際のバウンドも大きくなる。どこまで速くなるのかワクワク。足元の床にロープが張ってあり、足の指を通して落ちないようにする。ボートの淵に腰かけて、ロープにつかまっているだけなので、風も、陽の光も、海の青も全てダイレクトに感じて解放感抜群！ずーっとこのまま進んで行きたい！！けどお尻が痛い！！(笑)女性の方への注意事項としては、ビキニの上に履く短パン、ボートの淵に腰かけた時にちょうどお尻の下にきて、バウンドする度に太ももの裏が擦れます。膝丈くらいのパンツを履くことをおススメします。あと、帽子やタオルは飛ばないように外してと言われるので、日焼け止めは厳重に。シュノーケリングポイントではスナックやジュース、サンドイッチが配られて、ボート上でのんびり食べてもいいし、さっさと食べてひたすら海に浮いていてもよし。断崖絶壁の海岸線は迫力満点の絶景。参加者に日本人が少ないとアウェイ感は強めかもしれないけど、気にしない人は十分に楽しめるかと。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

The moon was dazzling. 月がまぶしかった

Reviewed by: せいちゃん

I joined a tour to see the starry sky. Since I don't have much knowledge about astronomy and I'm not confident in my physical strength, I chose the sunset option instead of the sunrise. The summit was above the sea of clouds, and thanks to that, I was able to see a wonderful sunset.

At the Onizuka Center along the way, I had an early bento, borrowed warm clothing, and was able to acclimate to the high altitude. It was very cold near the summit, but it was great that this tour provided separate warm clothing for the upper and lower body.

Since the time at the summit was limited, we did the stargazing on the way down at a small clearing. The Canopus, which I saw for the first time, was truly magnificent. However, I participated in mid-March when the first quarter moon was directly overhead, making it very bright, and I was unfortunately unable to see the nearby stars. Next time, I would like to come in the summer during the new moon to see the Milky Way.

満天の星を見たくツアーに参加しました。
天文知識がなく体力に自信もないことからサンライズでなくサンセットを選択しました。
頂上は雲海を抜けたところにあり、おかげさまですばらしいサンセットを見ることができました。
途中の鬼塚センターで、早めの弁当をいただき、防寒着を借り、十分高地になれることができ、ました。
頂上付近はとても寒かったですが、このツアーでは上下別々の防寒着を借りられたので良かったです。
頂上にいられる時間が制限されているということで、星空観測は降りる途中、少しの空き地で行いました。
初めて見たカノープスはとても素晴らしかった。
ただ参加したのは３月の中旬で上弦の月でが真上にあり、とてもまぶしく、近辺の星が見られず大変残念でした。
次回は夏の新月に天の川を見にきたいと思います。

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Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Terrific evening on Mauna Kea

Reviewed by: Richard

My wife and I took this tour on April 7. The day was fairly cloudy with some showers so we were concerned we wouldn't enjoy the full experience. We were wrong.
Our guide Jim was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
The tour itself was great, from the information delivered during the ride there, the amazing sunset at almost 14,000 feet and some terrific stargazing through their own telescope with excellent info to help you understand what you were looking at.
The food was ok, brownie excellent.
Overall we would highly recommend this tour.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

It was an amazing experience! ★ 感動!の体験でした★

Reviewed by: Winchan

I participated in a tour on March 27, 2016 (Sunday). It was a truly wonderful experience. I was very worried about the weather since the day before had been filled with heavy rain and thunderstorms, but on this day, it was sunny from the morning, which raised my expectations.

The guide for the day was "Macchan." He was very cheerful, full of interesting topics, and had exceptional photography skills. He guided us with a smile and energy without interruption until the end, and thanks to the great weather and this wonderful guide, I believe I had a precious and fantastic experience.

During the journey to the summit, he explained about the town, flora and fauna, and lava, and we had time to stop for commemorative photos. With the guide's camera, as well as the cameras of participants, we were able to switch quickly between great angles and shooting styles (flash, balance, etc.) with impressive skills, allowing participants to take not only selfies but also various wonderful photos.

Furthermore, with the guide's high-performance DSLR camera, we were able to capture the starry sky and group photos that couldn't be taken with digital cameras or smartphones, and they were made available for download from the web.

In addition to the beauty of the sunset and starry sky, the warm bento, miso soup, and tea we had during the altitude acclimatization time, this was the first tour where participants were continuously taken care of without interruption. Above all, I believe the greatness of this tour is supported by the guide.

I was glad I chose this tour because they provided cold-weather gear for everyone. Although there was a prior notice about preparing for the cold, at the summit of Mauna Kea, the cold and strong winds made my long sleeves, fleece jacket, and pants completely inadequate. Being able to put on the cold-weather jacket and overalls, along with a hat and gloves, during the acclimatization time was a great help.

On this day, the wind speed at the summit was 20 m/s (typhoon level). Many people had smartphones, but when operating the smartphone screen, it was necessary to take off gloves, which made my fingertips freeze and was quite painful. I recommend gloves that are responsive to touch, which can be found at 100 yen shops (like Daiso).

Despite the strong winds, the sunset reflecting on the sea visible below the sea of clouds was magnificent. Here too, the guide carefully adjusted the position of the vehicle to provide wind protection while quickly taking photos of everyone (it was full of surprises).

His claim that he could operate most cameras was not a lie.

The subsequent stargazing was also fantastic. During the preparation, we listened to songs related to the stars in the warm vehicle (which was very enjoyable), and when we got out of the car, we were greeted by a sky full of stars. It was said that stars up to magnitude 6 were visible, and we could see the Milky Way.

Just when I thought we would finish with commemorative photos and appreciation, there was a detailed explanation interwoven with stories about the constellations. The clear explanations using a laser pointer were truly moving.

In addition to the sky full of stars, we also saw satellites and shooting stars, which was another emotional experience.

I learned that depending on the time of the full moon or moonrise, stars may not be visible, and there are various conditions to consider. It is actually better to research properly in advance and think about whether to join a sunrise tour or a sunset tour. I was really lucky this time.

There were many fortunate aspects, and I was moved by the sunset and starry sky, and above all, I was grateful to the guide for this day.

2016年3月27日(日)のツアーに参加しました。とても素晴らしい体験でした。
前々日が土砂降りの雨と雷ピカピカ、の後だったので、天候をとても心配していましたがこの日は朝から晴れていい天気で、期待が高まりました。

この日のガイドは「まっちゃん」。 とても明るく話題豊富で、カメラの腕前がまさに「凄腕」の方でした。解散まで途切れることなくにこやかに元気に楽しくガイドをしていただき、天候に加えて、このすばらしいガイドさんのおかげで、貴重な素敵な体験ができたと思っています。

山頂への移動の間に町や動植物、溶岩の話が次々と説明され、途中下車して記念写真の時間がありました。ガイドさんのカメラの他に、参加者が持っているカメラで、次々といいアングルと撮影スタイル（フラッシュ、その他バランスなど）に一瞬で切り替えて撮る「スゴ技！」で、参加者は自撮りだけでなく、様々な素晴らしい写真をも手に入れることができました。

さらに、ガイドさんの高性能一眼レフカメラでは、デジカメやスマホでは撮影できない星空や、集合写真などを撮影して、Webからダウンロードできるようにしてくれる充実ぶりです。

夕日と星空の素晴らしさに加えて、写真、途中の高度順応の時間に食べる温かいお弁当、味噌汁、お茶など、これほどに間断なく参加者の世話をしてくれるツアーは初めてです。何より、このツアーの素晴らしさを支えているのはガイドさんだと思います。

このツアーを選んで良かったのは、防寒具を全員分用意してあることでした。
事前に防寒の用意の案内はありましたが、マウナケア山頂では寒さと強風で、自分が用意した長袖、フリース上着、ズボンでは全く歯が立たない程で、防寒用の上着とツナギズボンに帽子や手袋を、高山病対策の滞在時間を利用して着込むことができたのは、助かりました。

この日の山頂は風速20M(台風並み)。多くの方がスマートフォンを持っていましたが、スマートフォンの画面を操作する時は手袋をとる必要があり、指先が凍えて辛かったです。
100円SHOP（ダ●ソー）で指が反応する手袋を売っているのでお勧めです。

強風の中でしたが、雲海の下に見える海(!)に夕日が映って、素晴らしい夕日でした。
ここでもガイドさんは車の位置を細かく調整して風よけを考えてくれて、その一方で相変わらずの素早さでみなさんの写真を撮っていました。(びっくりすることばかりです)

たいていのカメラの操作はできますとの言葉に嘘はありませんでした。

その後の星空観測も素晴らしかったです。
準備の間は星にちなんだ曲を温かい車内で聞かせてもらい(とても楽しかった)、車を降りると、満天の星空。6等星まで見えていたとのことです。天の川が見えました。

記念撮影や、鑑賞して終わりと思いきや、星座の物語を交えた詳しい解説がありました。レーザーポンイターを使ったとてもわかり易い説明は、感動モノでした。

満天の星に加え、人工衛星、流れ星なども観られ、これまた感動。

そして、満月や月の出の時間によっては星が見えないとか、いろいろな条件があることがわかりました。 本当は事前にちゃんと調べて、日の出のツアーに参加するか、夕日のツアーに参加するかを考えるのが良いのだそうです。 今回は本当にラッキーでした。

運が良かった部分も多く、夕日と星空に感動、そして何よりガイドさんに感謝する一日でした。

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Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Hawaii

Reviewed by: Pamela Krenek

We had a great time. Wish we could have stayed there. Lol

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Third time with Fair Wind - still awesome!

Reviewed by: Attila D.

This was my third snorkeling trip with the Fair Wind to Kealakekua Bay. Once again, another flawlessly executed experience! The crew is very friendly and accommodating, the food and drinks are consistently good, and the snorkeling and Snuba experiences are top-notch.

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Daniel Ruymann

We just returned from Kona, Hawaii and had the opportunity to participate in 3 excursions from different operators. Our tour, specifically our tour guide, Jim Carey, was life changing. His knowledge, passion and enthusiasm made for a once in a lifetime experience that we will never forget. From Jim's storytelling, songs, narratives of the Hawaiian culture and history, throughout our 12 hour adventure that included stops at Rainbow Falls, Big Island Candies, Mauna Loa, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (with afternoon and evening viewings), hikes through lava tunnels, a fine dining experience, topped by an amazing stargazing experience, I was inspired by Jim Carey, which serves as a testament to the caliber of talent that Kailani Tour employees. I would highly recommend this tour and in particular, any tour with Jim Carey. I am blessed to have gone on this journey with him as our tour guide. Bravo to Jim and Kailani Tours.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

It was the best starry sky. 最高の星空でした

Reviewed by: ゆうき

The high energy of guide Matsuzaki and the easy-to-understand stargazing guide were fantastic. The photo download service after returning home is a wonderful touch.

ガイドのmatuzakiさんのハイテンションと、わかりやすい星空ガイドが最高でした。帰国後の写真ダウンロードはうれしいサービスです。

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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Fun Time!

Reviewed by: Tom

Super fun time during the entire cruise, great drinks, and outstanding food. Captain and crew attentive and fun to talk to. Can't go wrong with this cruise.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

I was satisfied with both the starry sky and the sunset. 星空、夕焼け共に満足でした

Reviewed by: lucy

The explanation was interesting, and they took photos, making for great memories. Since both telescopes were fully booked, I only got a brief glimpse of Jupiter, but the view from the summit was very clear with little wind. I'm glad I joined the tour, as I'm not very good at driving and it would have been uncertain if I could have made it to the summit on my own.

説明も面白く、写真も撮ってくれて良い思い出になりました。
２台満席でしたので、望遠鏡は木星１つだけをちらっと見るだけでしたが、山頂で風も少なく、とても綺麗に見ることができました。
あの山頂は、運転の苦手な自分ではたどり着けるかも危ういのでツアーに参加して良かったです。

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Snorkel trip

Reviewed by: Camny

We had such a great time snorkeling we did the trip again the next day. Awesome crew and a beautiful place to snorkel!!

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

THIS TOUR COVERS IT ALL!!!! SUPERB!!!!

Reviewed by: nwc

The booking process so easy – one simple phone call. The tour provides lunch, dinner, snacks, EVERYTHING you’ll need.

Jim Carey was our guide, and was EXCELLENT in EVERY WAY. “Uncle Jim” was very accommodating and went out of his way to ensure guests were comfortable. We were amazed at Jim’s knowledge of island history & Hawaiian culture. As we traveled, Jim educated us on island facts, myths, and legend. He recounted many great tales of Hawaiian lore,with enthusiasm and energy. Jim loves his job and entertaining his guests.

The tour began with a trip to Mauna Kea and picnic lunch. After, we headed to Hilo and stopped at a lava field. Next stops were Rainbow Falls, Kamehameha Statue and Big Island Candies for a snack. After Hilo, we went to Volcanoes National Park while Jim told us history of the island’s volcanoes. Jim is as much a geologist as tour guide. We pulled over to see “steam vents”, and then to the viewing area and the Volcano Museum and gift shop.

On the way to dinner, we stopped at the Thurston Lava Tube. The tube was well lit, but Jim made sure we were armed with flashlights. We exited through a “skylight” and made our way back.

We ate at the Kilauea Lodge, a quaint restaurant. Meal was top-notch. Back to Volcanoes Park at dark. Jim had high-powered binoculars and we viewed spewing lava. The temp dropped, and Jim was ready w/hot chocolate.

We made one last stop to do some stargazing. For someone who had never viewed the stars in the blackened sky of Hawaii, I was astounded. The sky was FULL of stars – thousands of them that I’ve never seen before. It was like visiting a planetarium, in real life.

In conclusion, we highly recommend this excursion for anyone interested in a comprehensive tour that covers everything you would want to see on the Big Island, in one feature-packed day. If Jim is available, as for him by name. He was the best tour guide we’ve ever had – on any tour, on any island, country or continent.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

I participated in the Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing Tour. マウナケア山頂サンセット星空観測ツアーに参加して

Reviewed by: 角岡憲次

I participated in the sunset stargazing with my wife. To be honest, I wasn't expecting much from the night sky. Our main goal was to climb a mountain over 4000 meters high, and it was supposed to be an easy drive. We talked about how this would probably be the greatest experience of our lives.

I've been to the Big Island many times, but this was my first time joining a tour. I always had a sense of admiration for the majestic Mauna Kea visible from our resort hotel room, but my wife had slightly high blood pressure, so we had given up on climbing it.

However, my wife insisted that she wanted to see the sunset or sunrise from Mauna Kea, so we decided to sign up for Masashi Nature School, where they speak Japanese. The plan was for the sunset stargazing on March 30. However, that day the summit was closed, and we rescheduled for April 1. I was truly impressed by their sincere response to this situation. The itinerary was also very enjoyable, and our driver and instructor, Matsuchan (Mr. Matsuzaki), had a personality that eased our minds.

At the intermediate point, Onizuka, we acclimated our bodies to the high altitude for about an hour. There, we had an early dinner. A proper Japanese bento with miso soup was served, which was also wonderful. We changed into ski wear here.

We were just a little further from the summit. The road turned to dirt, and we climbed powerfully in a four-wheel drive vehicle. We finally arrived at the longed-for summit. It was still quite bright, so I took the opportunity to use the restroom.

The view was breathtaking. I took many photos, and it started to get colder. We admired the stunning sunset alongside the Subaru Telescope from Japan. This alone was fantastic, but the real excitement was yet to come. Once it got completely dark, we descended to the stargazing point and waited in the car for a while. This was the key moment. Once the staff was ready, we stepped outside.

What a sight it was! From directly beside us to straight above, it was a night sky unlike anything I had ever seen. The thin air seemed to invite us to the stars. The main instructor, Matsuchan, gave an amazing explanation of the constellations! He used a laser pointer to make it very easy to understand.

The Big Dipper was huge and immediately recognizable. I have astigmatism and my eyesight is a bit poor, but I didn't mind it at all. The emotion of seeing these stars is indescribable, which is frustrating, but I can only say it was simply wonderful.

It was a tour I would want to join again and again.

サンセット星空観測に妻と二人で参加しました。
正直、星空はそれほど期待していなかったのです。目的は4000m以上の山に登ることでした。それも車で簡単に、、、。生涯で最大の経験だろうと、妻と語り合っていました。
何度もハワイ島へは来ているのですがツアーに参加したのは初めてです。リゾートホテルの部屋から見えるマウナケアの雄大な姿にいつも憧れのような感情がありましたが、妻が少し血圧が高く登るのは諦めていました。
しかし妻がどうしてもマウナケアからの夕陽か朝日が見たいと言うので、思い切って日本語の通じるマサシネイチャーズスクールに申し込みました。
予定は３月３０日の夕日星空観測です。
ところがその日は山頂がクローズ、４月１日に変更しました。この対応も実に誠実に対応していただき感激しました。また行程の案内も実に楽しく松ちゃん(松崎さんと云うドライバー兼インストラクター)の人柄がこちらの気持ちを和らげてくれます。
中継地点onizukaで約一時間体を高地に慣らします。そこで早めの夕食です。まともな日本食弁当が味噌汁付きで出てきました。これも素晴らしい。
ここでスキーウェアーに着替えます。
山頂まではあと少しです。途中からダートに変わり四輪駆動で力強く登ります。
憧れの山頂に到着です。まだかなり明るく、この間にトイレを済ませます。
絶景です。沢山写真撮りました。そしてどんどん寒くなってきました。
日本のスバル電波望遠鏡と共に夕日の絶景を眺めました。これだけでも素晴らしいのですが、実は本当の感動はこれからでした。辺りがすっかり暗くなったころ星空観測の地点まで降ります。しばし車内で待機。これがポイントです。スタッフによって準備完了、車外へ。
何ということでしょう。(ビフォーアフターの様に)
真横から真上まで至る所、今まで見たことのない星空です。薄い空気が降るような星へと誘ってくれます。
メインのインストラクター、松ちゃんの星座解説がまた素晴らしい!
レーザーポインターで実にわかりやすく解説してくれました。
北斗七星デカいです。すぐ分かりました。私は乱視で目が少し悪いのですが全く目のことは気になりませんでした。この星を見れた感動は言葉では表せないのがなんとも歯がゆいのですが、ただただ素晴らしいと
言っておきましょう。
何度も行きたくなるツアーでした。

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Hawaii Lifeguard Surf Instructors - Kona Private & Semi-Private Surfing Lessons

Very Nice

Reviewed by: Mama

Very nice experience! I was going with my 8yd son. Very impressive!

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Kona Airport Shuttle Transportation (KOA) by Roberts Hawaii [Open Now]

Stressful

Reviewed by: Jason

My arrival pickup couldn't have been better. I was off the plane and on the shuttle within 5 minutes. I booked that one online. I called to schedule my return shuttle. When the time came, no one showed up. When I called them, they said they had no record of my reservation. Thirty minutes later the shuttle showed up. I made my flight, but I doubt I would if I had not called them. Very nice staff but didn't love the experience.

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伝統ルアウ＆フラ・ハワイアンショー　ボイジャーズ・オブ・ザ・パシフィック（ロイヤルコナリゾート内）＜月・火・水・金催行／ブッフェ夕食／飲み放題／シェルレイ付＞

The atmosphere was great! 雰囲気良かったです！

Reviewed by: umehouse

I found out about this activity by chance at the hotel where I was staying and signed up on-site. There were few Japanese tourists, and the host was speaking in English, but I think you can have a great time just dancing!

宿泊先のホテルで、偶然このアクティビティがあることを知り、現地で申込みしました。
日本人観光客が少なく、司会進行も英語でしたが、ダンスだけでも十分楽しめると思います！

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Thumbs up! Magnificent sceneries & Wildlife!

Reviewed by: Rach

I just took a Kailani Tours Hawaii trip to Kilauea Volcano recently. It was a very enjoyable and breathtaking experience with Chris, who is very knowledgeable and passionate about the tour!

From the beginning to the end of the tour, it was on schedule and pleasant to be part of. Chris was very informative and well prepared for everything (water, hot chocolate, umbrellas, heavy jackets, hot towels, etc).

From driving along Saddle Road to picture taking at Rainbow Falls to walking through the Thurston Lava Tube, and much more, It was one of the best tours I have ever taken.

I would definitely recommend the tour to anyone who wants a rewarding trip with magnificent sceneries and wildlife!

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure

Reviewed by: Lon/Betsy Emelander

Well worth the long ride from Hawaii to the mountain. The guide was excellent and gave every one a look through the telescope multiple times. A once in a life time experience!

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Fantastic trip to the Wet Side!

Reviewed by: JenNMikeY

My husband and I enjoyed this trip immensely! Since we were staying on the opposite side of the island from the Volcanoes National Park and Hilo, this was a great way to see it all without having to spend half the day driving. The hotel pick-up was a nice added convenience. Taking the tour allowed us to just sit back in comfort and enjoy the sights and the company of some really nice people who took the tour with us.

The van was comfy and spacious, and the group is limited to 14 guests, so we were never lost in a crowd. Our tour guide, Chris, was a joy to spend time with. He knew the island quite well, from the top of the mountain to the waterfalls, the lava tube and all of the interesting sights that were covered on the tour. He showed a genuine interest ad knowledge of all of the places we visited, and delivered commentary with a great sense of humor thrown in - he was never boring! He was familiar enough with the tour and our expectations that he was able to adapt the schedule just enough to accommodate the changes in island weather - namely rain - on the wet side of the island. He even provided umbrellas and flashlights for exploring after the sun went down.

The trip included a Fantastic dinner at a lodge near the Park. This alone was almost worth the time and cost of the tour! We were lucky enough to be seated with Chris during dinner and found him to be very personable. I could have spent hours just enjoying our conversations. Chris is perfectly suited to run this type of tourism business, and has created a tour that is just different enough from other tours to make it stand out!

I would absolutely recommend this tour to others. Thanks for a great time on the Big Island!

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プライベートチャーター　ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング+イルカウォッチングツアー！GoProレンタルあり＜午前／日本語ガイド＞

I was moved!! 感動しました！！

Reviewed by: 匿名で

"I was told during the trip that 'the waves were strong, and it might actually be canceled,' and I was wondering what would happen... but it turned out to be an even more enjoyable swimming experience than I imagined. Many dolphins stayed around us, and during the first session, we played together for over an hour after jumping in. It was so much fun that I couldn't even find the right moment to get back on the boat, and the captain had to call us for a break... But we jumped back in right away. Since the dolphins didn't leave, we were able to swim freely as well. There’s no other sea where you can swim with wild dolphins like this. I definitely want to participate again. Thank you for the wonderful experience!"

「うねりがあって、本当は中止になるかもしれませんでした」と移動中聞かされ、
どうなることやら・・と思っていましたが想像以上の楽しいスイミングになりました。
多くのイルカが私たちの周りから去ることはなく、一回目は飛び込んでから一時間以上一緒に
遊んでくれたのです。あまりにも楽しくて、ボートに上がるタイミングもつかめず、
キャプテンが呼んでやっと休憩・・
でも、またすぐに飛び込みました。イルカたちが離れなかってため、自由に私たちも
泳がせていただきました。野生のイルカとこんなに泳げる海はありませんね。
また、是非参加したいと思います。感動をありがとうございました！

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞

I wasn't able to meet the whales, but... クジラさんとは出会えませんでしたが

Reviewed by: 池田みりん

Enjoying the majestic nature of Mauna Kea and Kilauea, along with activities facing the Pacific Ocean. Although the captain kept a keen eye as we sailed, we were unable to encounter any whales. However, we were able to fully enjoy the sunset quietly sinking into the Pacific Ocean.

マウナケア・キラウエアの雄大な自然を満喫し、太平洋に向けてのアクティビティ。船長さんが目をこらして船を進めるものの、クジラと出会うことはできませんでした。しかし、太平洋に静かに沈む夕日を満喫することができました。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

The best experience! 最高の体験！

Reviewed by: erina

I chose this tour because you can't go to Mauna Kea on your own. The scenery was more beautiful than I imagined, with countless stars I've never seen before. It made me want to participate again! I was amazed by the staff's extensive knowledge. I would be happy if the food quality could be improved.

マウナケアには自力ではいけないので、こちらのツアーを選びました。想像以上の美しい景色、
今まで見たことない星の数々。また参加したい！とおもわせる内容で下。ツアースタッフの方の知識の豊富さには驚かされました。食事の内容があまりよくないので改善していただけたら嬉しいです。

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

Great tour

Reviewed by: Dave S.

Great tour and great guide in Brett....very knowledgeable and entertaining...one comment is tour could be shorter by eliminating the dinner

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Deluxe Volcanoes National Park Experience, Black Sand Beach & Restaurant Dinner

Volcano Tour

Reviewed by: James Harmon

The tour was great. We started by being picked up a local shopping center and then driving north. On our way, our tour guild spotted whales jumping off the coast and pulled over so we could watch. An extra bonus. We then picked up the rest of the guest and went over the mountain. Chris, our tour guild was a wealth of information and gave a great discussion of Hawaii and the different things that we saw. After stopping for lunch, which was basic but good, we went to Hilo for a tour and then on to the National park. Chris took us to a couple of sites not normally seen by tourist which was great. He also took us to the volcano tubes which was really interesting. He timed the tour so we had the whole tube to ourselves, which was really neat. We then went to dinner at a very nice place. The food was great, especially the fish. After dinner we went to the volcano and since it was night we got to see the lava light up the back ground. Chris helped us take pictures which are already posted on Facebook. After that we headed back. I would recommend this tour, especially Chris, for anyone who wanted to see the volcanoes and learn about the Island of Hawaii.

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Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet

Great Experience!

Reviewed by: Ben E.

Staff was knowledgeable and expecting us. The tour guide was a riot (funny) and the whole crew made it an awesome time - would do it again!

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