Reviewed by: ウッチー
I participated in the Standard 120m Ride (Early Morning Special). On the morning of the event, I drove to Kailua-Kona with a rental car and managed to find the office, which is located quite deep in Kona Square, just in time for my participation. The weather in Kona that morning was great, and I enjoyed a leisurely aerial stroll with a view of the town, the harbor, and the luxury cruise ship (Spirit of America) below. The sea was truly beautiful, and the coral reefs were clearly visible from above.
I was recommended to try digital photography using a 300mm telephoto lens (with a 512Mb SD card for $30), and I requested it. We had about 50 photos taken of our group of four. Additionally, I was offered an upgrade to the 240m ride at the office and on the boat, but I decided to pass on that. There were also T-shirts and hats for sale. It was a beautiful boat, and the overall atmosphere was pleasant, making for a satisfying parasailing experience.
スタンダード120mライド(早朝スペシャル)に参加しました。当日朝にレンタカーでカイルアコナへ出かけ、コナスクウェアの結構奥まったところにあるオフィスを何とかを見つけることができ、時間通りに参加できました。朝のコナは天気も良く、コナの街や港、停泊中の豪華客船(スピリットオブアメリカ号)を眼下にして、のんびりと空中散歩を楽しむことができました。海が本当にきれいで、上空からサンゴ礁がくっきり見えました。
300mm望遠を使ったデジタル写真撮影(512MbSDカード付30ドル)を薦められ、お願いしました。4人で50枚ほど撮影してもらいました。また、オフィスや船上で、240mライドへのアップグレードを薦められましたが、これはやめておきました。Tシャツや帽子の販売もありました。きれいなボートで、全体的な雰囲気も良く、満足できるパラセーリングでした。
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| Posted on: | 2008/09/07 |
Reviewed by: ウッチー
For our family's last dinner on the trip, we enjoyed a luau show. Compared to the evening show at the Polynesian Cultural Center that we had seen before, this show was smaller and more compact, but we enjoyed the powerful dances right in front of us. The food was also surprisingly delicious, and we were very satisfied. There were several newlywed couples from the UK and the US who were enjoying the dance as introduced by the host. The Western audience was really responsive to the host's calls, and it made me feel that I want to improve my English communication skills.
This time, we drove from our hotel in South Kohala to Kailua-Kona, parked at a shopping center, and after strolling around downtown Kona, we watched the luau show. I was relieved that we didn't get lost and were able to participate.
家族旅行の最後の夕食で、ルアウショーを楽しみました。以前に見たポリネシア文化センターのイブニングショーと比べ、少人数でコンパクトなショーでしたが、舞台が目前にあって迫力ある踊りを楽しみました。また、食事も期待以上においしく食べることができ満足しました。英米圏の新婚カップルが何組か来ており、司会者の紹介でダンスを楽しんでいました。欧米の人は、本当に楽しそうに逐一司会者の呼びかけの反応しており、自分ももっと英語のコミュニケーションが取れるようになりたいと感じました。
今回は、サウスコハラのホテルから、レンタカーでカイルアコナへ出かけ、ショッピングセンターの駐車場に車を置いて、コナ街中を散策した後、ルアウショーを見ました。道に迷うこともなく、参加することができほっとしました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/09/07 |
Reviewed by: ウッチー
The sunset sinking into the sea of clouds. Above the sea of clouds, the peaks of Haleakalā on Maui and Mauna Loa on the Big Island rise, with various observatories lined up before me. I was breathless at the breathtaking view that cannot be seen in Japan. I was once again impressed that you can drive to such heights; the gentle ridgeline of Mauna Kea is remarkable. After sunset, I saw a sky full of stars from an altitude of 3,600 meters. It was a new moon, and it felt like the stars were about to fall. I thoroughly enjoyed the summer constellations. The temperature was 2 degrees, and the wind chill was probably below freezing, which completely changed my image of Hawaii. Thanks to the skillful storytelling of our tour guide Shinya, I was never bored in the car, didn't fall asleep and suffer from altitude sickness, and it became a memorable tour.
雲海に沈む夕陽。雲海の上には、マウイ島のハレアカラ、ハワイ島のフアラライ山の頂が浮かび、目前には各国の天文台が並び立つ。日本では見ることのできない絶景に息を呑みました。こんな高さまで車でいけるとは、マウナケア山の緩やかな稜線に改めて感心しました。日没後は、3600メートルの高さから満天の星を見ました。ちょうど新月でまさに星が落ちてきそうなほどでした。夏の星座を満喫しました。気温は2度、体感温度はたぶん氷点下ということで、ハワイのイメージ一新でした。ツアーガイドのシンヤさんの巧みな話術で、車中も飽きることなく、眠って高山病にかかることなく、思い出に残るツアーとなりました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/09/07 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my second time going on a tour of Mauna Kea. Last time, I participated in a tour with a different company, but this time I chose Masashi's tour. Thank you very much.
What I thought was the best part of Masashi's tour was the cold weather gear.
I tend to get very cold, so even though I wanted to watch the sunset outside for a long time, I ended up going back to the car relatively quickly last time because of the cold. However, the cold weather gear from Masashi's company was a full-body suit (though it seems there are limited quantities), and it was really warm! I also borrowed gloves. Thanks to that, I was able to stand outside for a long time.
Stargazing is really cold. My toes got very cold. Even with this cold weather gear, my feet and neck were exposed, so I recommend bringing thick socks and a scarf for those who are sensitive to the cold.
The ride to and from the site was not cramped; there was plenty of space, and it was comfortable.
The meal included Japanese food and miso soup without any ingredients. They also provided water later on. The miso soup cooled down quickly, possibly because of the cold, but having a warm drink was very nice. I was also happy that I could help myself to cocoa and tea after the meal.
Since dinner was early, I got a bit hungry when I got home, so it's a good idea to prepare a late-night snack in advance.
私は、マウナケアのツアーに行くのは2回目でした。前回は違う会社さんのツアーに参加させていただきましたが、今回はマサシさんのツアーにお願いしました。ありがとうございました。
マサシさんのツアーで、一番良かったと思ったのが、防寒具でした。
私はとての寒がりなので、サンセットをずっと外で見ていたいのに、寒さに負けて、前回のとき、わりとすぐに車の中に入ってしまったんですよね。でも、マサシさんのところの防寒具は全身のつなぎになっていて(つなぎは数に限りがあるようですが)、ほんとに暖かったです!手袋も貸していだきました。おかげでずっと外に立っていられました。
星の観察はほんとに寒いです。足先がとても冷たくなりました。この防寒具でも足と首は出てしまいますので、寒がりの方には厚手の靴下とマフラーを持参することをおすすめします。
行き帰りの車の中もギュウギュウではなく、ゆとりがあって乗り心地がよかったです。
お弁当は日本食と具なしのお味噌汁でした。水もあとからくれました。お味噌汁は寒さのせいか、すぐに冷めてしまいましたが、暖かい飲み物はとてもうれしいです。食後にココアや、お茶がセルフでいただけたのもうれしかったです。
早めの夕食なので、帰宅してから小腹が減るので、前もって夜食と部屋に用意しておくといいですよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Megan and Olivia
I surprised my partner with the lei service at the airport. She was so surprised. The leis were beautiful and everyone kept complementing them all day. The greeter was wonderful pleasant and help direct us to the luggage and even helped us pick-up our rental car.
It was a wonderful experience and I would definitely use the service again.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great shows! Dancers are great! Food is great!
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| Posted on: | 2008/09/05 |
Reviewed by: MARUKO
At 4,200 meters, the air is clear, and the sun, sinking into the sea of clouds as a fireball, paints the sky in hues of yellow, red, and purple, leaving one speechless at its beauty.
Soon after the sunset, an astronomical show begins with countless stars. While you can see an unimaginable number of stars in the mountains of Japan, at the summit of Mauna Kea, you can witness an overwhelming display of stars and shooting stars. It feels as if you are bursting into outer space.
The temperature is quite cold (probably around 2-3°C), so be sure not to participate in shorts and a short-sleeved shirt. While you can borrow warm clothing, if you want to enjoy star watching comfortably, it's advisable to bring gloves as well. You will be outside for about three hours from sunset until the end of star watching. Some people stayed in their cars due to the cold, looking quite regretful.
The guide talk by the enthusiastic mountain guide from the nature school is entertaining. He seems to know everything about the Big Island, so asking him various questions can help expand your travel possibilities and plan your stay on the Big Island.
4200メートルの空気はどこまでも澄み渡り、火球となって雲海に沈みゆく太陽が空の色を黄色→赤色→紫色と染め上げていく芸術はその美しさに言葉を失います。
サンセットが終わると間もなく無数の星による天体ショーが始まります。日本国内でも山奥に行けば都会ではありえない数の星を見ることができますが、マウナケアの山頂直下ではそれをも圧倒的に超える星と流れ星が見られます。宇宙空間に飛び出した錯覚を覚えます。
気温はかなり寒い(おそらく2~3℃)ので決して短パンと半そでシャツなんかで参加しないように。防寒具は貸してもらえますが、快適にスターウオッチングをたのしみたいのなら、手袋も持参しておいたほうがよいでしょう。サンセットからスターウオッチング終了までだいたい3時間は外にいることになります。寒さのあまり車内にいる人も数人いましたが、相当無念そうにしていました。
ネイチャスクールのガハイテンションの山ちゃんのガイドトークは面白いです。ハワイ島のことなら表も裏も何でも知っていそうなの、いろいろ聞いてハワイ島滞在プランの参考にしてみると旅の可能性が広がります。
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Since I saw it on TV before, I had been thinking about going to Mauna Kea to see the sunset... It was a wonderful sunset that I had longed for. Unfortunately, there was a full moon for stargazing, but still, I saw many stars and learned a lot! I even spotted a shooting star! The photo of the moon taken through the telescope became a wonderful memory! Thank you, Shinya.
以前テレビで見て以来、夕日を見にマウナケアへ・・・と思っていました。念願の素晴らしいサンセットでした。星空観測にはあいにくの満月でしたが、それでも、たくさんの星に、詳しいお話!流れ星も見つけました!天体望遠鏡ごしに撮っていただいた月の写真は素敵な思い出になりました!しんやさん、ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/30 |
Reviewed by: MARUKO
We participated as a family of four. The location was a private beach at the hotel, and there were about 200 participants. Most of them were tourists from Western countries, and there were few Japanese attendees. The seating was on a first-come, first-served basis, and since we arrived just before the opening, only the seats at the back were available. Naturally, the seats closer to the front offered a more intense dance experience. Since we had small children with us, it turned out to be nice to have a spacious area at the back to relax.
Before the dance, there is a dinner (buffet style). The variety is abundant, with many Polynesian dishes, and I think it might be challenging for some Japanese men to try all the different types. There are also seafood dishes, allowing you to enjoy Hawaii's food culture. A significant difference from Japan is that Westerners tend to take a large amount at once and are less likely to go back for seconds, so for Japanese people who usually take smaller portions, there might be dishes they intended to eat later that are already gone. By the way, there is no replenishment of the food. The drinks are free-flowing, but the bar counter closes once the show starts, so please drink as much as you like before the food.
The dance show features not only Hawaiian hula but also various forms of dance from the Polynesian region, accompanied by music. There are no explanations in Japanese, but this actually enhances the atmosphere of being enveloped in a different culture, making it enjoyable. You will have a wonderful evening on the island of Hawaii, where the fire goddess Pele resides.
家族4人で参加しました。ロケーションはホテルのプライベートビーチで、参加者は200人程でした。ほとんどが欧米からの観光客で日本人は少なかったです。席は先着順で私達は開園直前に行ったので後ろの席しか空いていませんでした。当然前の方の席ほどダンスの迫力が違います。私達は小さな子供達がいたので結果的に後ろの方の席で広いスペースでのんびりとできてよかったです。
ダンスの前にディナー(ビュッフェ形式)があります。品数は豊富でポリネシアン料理がたくさんあって全種類食べるのには日本人の男性では厳しい方もいると思います。魚介類の料理もあってハワイの食文化を堪能できます。日本と決定的に違うのは、欧米人の方は1回で大量に取って2回目以降をとりに行く人が少ないので、1回のとる量が少量の日本人にとっては後で食べようと思っていた料理が無くなっていることもあります。ちなみに料理の補充はありません。お酒もフリードリンクですが、ショーが始まるとバーカウンターも閉じてしまうので、料理の前にお酒は好きなだけ飲んでおいて下さい。
ダンスショーはハワイのフラダンスショーONLYではなく、ポリネシア圏の様々な形のダンスを音楽を交えて披露してくれます。日本語の説明は一切ありませんが、かえって異文化に包まれている雰囲気が高まり楽しめます。
火の女神ペレが住む島ハワイ島での素敵な一晩になりますよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ウォルナッツ
This trip to Hawaii was a honeymoon, and it was an experience that far exceeded my expectations, leaving me very satisfied.
First of all, our guide, Mr. Yamamoto, was incredibly entertaining, and we had a great time chatting and making detours along the way. As we approached the summit, the temperature gradually dropped, and we enjoyed a bento dinner at the Onizuka Center, where miso soup was also provided, warming both our hearts and bodies.
The view of the sunset from the summit changed moment by moment, and it was truly beautiful. Furthermore, during the stargazing, I was amazed by the countless stars shining brightly! The night sky felt almost white with the starlight. It was such a dreamlike scene that I really regretted not being able to capture it in photos. Additionally, Mr. Yamamoto provided clear explanations of the constellations, which was very educational.
Depending on the season, I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Big Island.
今回のハワイ旅行はハネムーンだったのですが、予想を遥かに超える体験ができ大満足でした。
まず、ガイドの山本さんがとっても楽しませてくれて、道中もいろいろ話したり寄り道をしたりと大盛りあがりでした。
山頂までは徐々に寒さを増し、途中のオニヅカセンターで夕食にお弁当をいただくのですが、お味噌汁も用意され心も体も暖まりました。
山頂からのサンセットの眺めは刻々と姿が変わり、本当にキレイの連発でした。さらに、星空観測では無数の星の輝きに驚かされるばかり!!まさに星明りで夜空が白く感じられるんです。夢のような光景で写真に残せないのが本当に残念です。また、ガイドの山本さんが分かりやすく星座の説明をしてくれるので勉強にもなりました。
時期にもよるかと思いますが、ハワイ島に行かれる方にはとってもオススメです。
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Aaron; Rockford, IL
I was in Hawaii for a week and did a number of activities including shark cage swim, swimming with dolphins, Polynesian magic show, manta ray dive, 2-tank scuba dive, and the Polynesian cultural center, and this was my favorite of all of them. Even better...it was the least expensive!!! The snorkeling left something to be desired, but the kayaking itself and the cliff jump more than made up for that! I HIGHLY recommend this activity! Thanks Johnny, Kevin, and Jasmine!
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/13 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I caught one!!! Hahaha! Me and my son did the Tandem so that he could go out with the instructor. He got over the nerves and wanted to do it over and over again. But we had a great time and ended up renting surfboards in Waikiki to test out our new skills pretty much everyday. I wish we had an ocean in Texas!
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| Posted on: | 2008/08/09 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was my first time attending a luau. The dancers were awesome, and I def. loved the fire dancer. The quality of the foods was good. I'm pretty sure there are people who don't like certain foods, but hey, you are experience something different, right? I liked poi, though not too many people tried it. Overall, it was a great experience.
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/26 |
Reviewed by: rika
I believe everyone who has the chance to go on this tour should go!
The price is perfect, the deep blue ocean is beautiful, and YOU CAN MEET DOLPHINS!! I have never experienced seeing wild dolphins in such huge numbers and hearing their sounds! It is one of the best experiences I have ever had!
If you go to Hawaii, be sure to check out this trip!
I believe everyone who has chance to go this tour, you should go!
Price is perfect, deep blue ocean and YOU CAN MEET DOLPHINS!! I have never experienced seeing wild dolphins with huge numbers and hearing the sound of dolphins! It is one of the best experiences I have ever seen!
If you go to Hawaii, go check this trip!
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/21 |
Reviewed by: Dusty
For you avid birdwatchers, this trip is a must do for the Big Island. You can't catch all the birds on the island without this tour. We only missed one native to Hawai'i! For this tour, we saw them all.
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/17 |
Reviewed by: ALOHA娘
My husband and I participated together. Since it was a tour without a Japanese guide, we were the only Japanese participants, but we received a Japanese guide (notices, etc.) during check-in, so as long as you have some experience with snorkeling and can communicate in English to some extent, you can enjoy it without any problems!
It was an afternoon tour, and we were blessed with good weather. The boat trip to the Captain Cook monument was very pleasant (my husband did feel a bit seasick, though...). We saw a lot of fish, and we were very satisfied to see a large turtle at the start of the trip.
Also, it was appealing that it was a tour without transportation since we had rented a car. However, I think it would be tough without a rental car. The parking was vaguely marked as Keauhou Bay, so I was a bit unsure about where it was, but when we actually went, a kind local man helped us out, so it wasn't a problem!
This is one of the tours I would like to join again if I have the time.
ダンナと2人で参加しました。日本語ガイドがないツアーのため日本人参加者は我々だけでしたが、チェックイン時に日本語のガイド(注意書きなど)が渡されるので、あとはシュノーケルツアーに参加したことがある方、少しでも英語でコミュニケーションがとれる方であれば問題なく楽しめます!
午後からのツアーでしたが、天気にも恵まれ、キャプテンクック碑まで行く船旅もとても気持ちよかったです。(ダンナは若干船酔していましたが・・・)
魚もたくさん見れましたし、出発時には大きなカメも見れて大満足です。
また、レンタカーを借りていたので送迎なしツアーであったことも魅力でした。ただ、レンタカーなしの場合は厳しいと思います。駐車場はケアウホウ湾とおおまかに記されていたので若干どこかな~と思いましたが、実際に行ったら近所のおじさんが親切に教えてくれたので問題なかったです!
時間があればまた参加したいツアーのひとつです。
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/12 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated in an afternoon cruise. We were looking forward to swimming with the fish, and it was a wonderful experience. There were many colorful fish around the coral reef, and it felt like we were swimming in an aquarium.
The day we participated was cloudy, so perhaps because of that, the seawater was colder than we expected, and I was a bit surprised when I first entered the water. However, once in the sea, I had such a great time that I forgot about the cold. The cruise and snorkeling created very lovely memories. Next time, I definitely want to meet dolphins.
私たちは午後のクルーズに参加しました。魚たちと一緒に泳ぐのを楽しみにいきましたのでとてもいい経験をしました。サンゴ礁の周りにはたくさん、色とりどりの魚がいて、水槽の中を泳いでいるようでした。
参加した日は、曇りだったからなのか、海水が思ったより冷たく、最初は海に入る時は少しビックリしました。しかし、海の中では冷たさを忘れるくらい楽しい時間をすごせました。クルーズして、スノーケリングできて、とても素敵な思い出となりました。今度は是非、イルカにも会いたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/11 |
Reviewed by: Andy
I participated in the "Fair Wind Cruises - Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling" tour on June 21. It seems that the southern part of the Big Island often has cloudy weather, and this time was no exception, with a bit of cloudiness. However, taking a peek underwater revealed a completely different world! Tropical and colorful little fish were swimming joyfully. The combination of bright blue water with yellow, orange, red, and blue colors was absolutely beautiful. And then, there was a massive migration of gray fish! It felt like a dream. On the way back on the boat, as the speed picked up, a pod of dolphins swam playfully right alongside us, almost like companions. I don't think there are many opportunities to see wild dolphins up close like this. You'll create wonderful memories!
6月21日の”フェアウインド・クルーズ - ハワイ島ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング”ツアーに参加してきました。ハワイ島の南の方は曇りが多いようで、今回もやや曇りぎみでした。ところが、海の中を一目覗くと全くの別世界!トロピカルでカラフルな可愛い魚たちが、楽しげに泳いでます。明るい水色の中に、黄色やオレンジ、赤やブルーの色のコンビネーションがとてもキレイでした。そして、グレーの魚の大群の大移動!夢のようでした。帰りの船でのこと、船のスピードが出てきたところに、イルカの群れがぴったり横に張り付いて仲間のように楽しげに泳いでました。こんなに近くで野生のイルカを見れる機会はそうないと思います。良い思い出が作れますよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/07/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in an afternoon snack cruise on June 28. At first, I was worried about my companion getting seasick, but that concern was completely unnecessary. I had been on several other cruises before, but this one felt like it had the least amount of rocking. The ocean was beautiful as well. It was my first time seeing a coral reef up close like that. If you're going to Hawaii, that ocean is a must-see.
Before snorkeling, the captain gave a fairly long explanation and safety briefing, but it felt responsible and trustworthy. Even so, we had a full two hours to snorkel. The staff was very well-mannered and kind, which made for a very pleasant experience.
On the way back, I dozed off while enjoying the view of the Big Island from the boat, feeling the pleasant fatigue from snorkeling and the sea breeze. I didn't get to see any dolphins, but next time, I plan to wake up early and join a morning cruise, which has a higher chance of encountering dolphins.
6月28日にアフタヌーンスナッククルーズに参加しました。まずは同行者の船酔いが心配だったのですがそんな心配は全くいりませんでした。
他のクルーズには何回か参加した事があったのですがいままでで一番揺れが少なかったと感じました。
海もきれいでしたよ。あんなにまじかにさんご礁を見たのははじめてでした。せっかくハワイに行ったならあの海は必見です。シュノーケリングの前に船長の説明と注意事項が結構長くありましたがそれも責任ある仕事って感じがして信頼できました。それでもたっぷり2時間はシュノーケルできましたよ。スッタフもとても行儀良く親切なのでとても気持ち良く楽しむことができました。
帰りは船の上からハワイ島の景色を見ながらシュノーケリングの心地よい疲れと海風でうたた寝してしまいました。
イルカは見ることはできませんでしたが次回は早起きしてイルカの遭遇率の高いモーニングクルーズに参加しようと思います。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with some skepticism, but I'm really glad I did. I've never seen a starry sky like that. It just happened to coincide with the new moon, so I was able to see many stars, including the Southern Cross! I didn't get altitude sickness and had a great time. I understand now why everyone recommends this tour. I can definitely recommend it!
半信半疑で参加しましたが、ほんとに参加してよかった。
あんな星空見たことありません。
ちょうど、新月にぶつかったのもあって、
たくさんの☆を見れました。
南十字星も!
高山病にもならず、楽しめました。
みなさんお勧めのツアーの理由がわかりました。
お勧めできます♪
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Robyn
Being residents of Hawaii, and being born and raised on the Big Island did not prevent me from finding this an awesome adventure!! Loved it, I recommended that my friends and family take this tour as well.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was wonderful, and we had a truly spectacular sunset and starry sky. I also made friends with others who participated, and we ended up having dinner together later on Oahu, which was a great encounter. I'm really glad I joined this tour.
This was my second time on this tour, but the starry sky changes with the seasons, so I recommend participating several times throughout the year!
天気にも恵まれ、本当にすばらしいサンセット、星空となりました。また一緒に参加した方と仲良くなりその後のオアフでも夕食をご一緒させてもらうという、出会いもあり、参加して本当に良かったです。
このツアー自体は2回目だったのですが、季節が変われば見える星空も違うので季節を変えて何度か参加することをオススメします!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the afternoon cruise. I wasn't sure where the meeting place, Fair Wind's office, was, so I showed my reservation to the staff in the lobby of the condo where I stayed (Kona by the Sea) and they helped me with directions on a simple map. I can't speak English, but they wrote down how to get there, so I was able to find it without getting lost. It's better to leave a bit earlier, though.
Before departure, I went to the restroom and noticed several awards for Hawaii tours hanging carelessly along the hallway. Gold award? Silver award? They've been receiving them every year, and for the past three years, they've mostly been gold awards. They seem to be quite established. But you won't know until you experience it.
I had previously participated in a tour on a small boat on the Big Island and had a bad experience due to the rough waves, so I was a bit worried. Once on board, all the staff's names were displayed, and the captain was Mr. Hiromoto. I wondered if he was of Japanese descent, which made me feel a bit more at ease. After departure, I felt even more reassured. There was hardly any rocking—rather, it was a pleasant sway. The beauty of the ocean was absolutely perfect. On the way back, it's a good idea to bring something to keep warm, as your body might get cold.
午後からのクルーズに参加しました。
集合場所のフェアウインドのオフィイスがよく分からなかったので宿泊したコンド(コナバイザシー)のロビーの人に予約票を見せて場所を教えてもらいました。英語はできませんが簡単な地図に行きかたを書いてくれたので迷わず行けました。でも少し早めに出かけたほうがいいですね。
出発前にトイレに行ったら途中の廊下にハワイのツアーに贈られる表彰状が無造作に何枚も掛けてありました。金賞?銀賞?毎年もらってるんだなーここ3年は金賞ばかりでした。
結構、老舗なのね。でも体験してみないとわからんぞー。
以前ハワイ島で小さな船で行くツアーに参加してあまりの揺れに体調が悪くなった経験がありちょっと心配だったのです。乗船するとスッタフ全員の名前が表示してありキャプテンはHIROMOTOさんでした。日系の方かしら?ちょっと安心。出発してもっと安心しました。揺れほとんどない?
と言うよりは心地よい揺れでした。海の美しさは100点満点でした。帰りは体が冷えているではおるものを持っていったほうがいいですよ。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We went on the Fair Wind Cruises' Kealakekua Bay snorkeling afternoon tour as a family. I was hesitant to book the cruise due to concerns about the weather, but it turned out to be the right decision. On June 28, the day we participated, it was cloudy in the morning, but as the boat set off, the skies gradually cleared. We spent four days on the Big Island, and it didn't rain at all.
Once we arrived at Captain Cook, we enjoyed snorkeling for a full two hours. The water clarity was excellent. There were plenty of fish, and the coral reefs were very beautiful. Above all, the staff was incredibly kind (they must have good employee training), and when I, lacking confidence in swimming, hesitated, they offered me a box with a glass bottom to use. With this, I could see underwater very well without having to put my face in the water. They also provided life jackets and floaties. I definitely want to participate again when I come back to the Big Island.
フェアウインド・クルーズ のケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング午後からのツアーへ家族で行ってきました。
お天気を気にしてクルーズの申し込みを迷っていましたが申し込んで正解でした。私達が参加した6月28日は朝から曇りでしたが船が出発するとだんだん晴れてきました。ハワイ島に4日間いましたが雨らしいものは降りませんでした。
キャプテンクックに到着してたっぷり2時間はシュノーケリングを楽しみました。海の透明度はすごく良かったです。
お魚もたくさんいましたし、さんご礁もとてもきれいでした。なによりスタッフがとても親切(きっと社員教育ができているんでしょう)で泳ぎに自信のない私に「これ使う?」と箱の底がガラスになったものを貸してくれました。
これを使うと顔を水につけなくても海の中がすごく良く見えました。もちろんライフジャケットや浮き輪まで貸してくれましたよ。今度ハワイ島に来る時も是非参加したいです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/03 |
Reviewed by: kuri
I participated in the Afternoon Snack Cruise. It was great! It was just the two of us, a parent and child. When we woke up in the morning, it was unfortunately cloudy, and I was worried about the rain, but it turned out to be better than expected. Occasionally, the sun peeked through, and the breeze on the boat was wonderful! It's a feeling you can only experience on a boat. After about 30 minutes, we arrived at the snorkeling point in front of the Captain Cook monument. Once we got into the water, I was amazed by the clarity. It was my first time seeing so many corals. There were many fish of various sizes and colors swimming among the corals. The untouched beauty of the ocean in Waikiki is too precious to just lump it all together as Hawaii. Next time, I definitely want to join the Deluxe Morning Cruise, where I might encounter dolphins!
アフタヌーン・スナック・クルーズに参加しました。
よかったですよー。私たちは親子2人での参加でした。 朝起きるとあいにくの曇り空で雨は大丈夫かな~と心配しながらの参加でしたが予想以上によかったです。 途中から時折日差しも見えてきて、何より船の上で感じる風!これは船に乗らないと感じる事ができない気持ち良さです。30分ほどでキャプテンクックの記念碑の前のシュノーケリングポイントに到着です。 海に入るとその透明度にびっくりしました。 あんなにたくさんの珊瑚を見たのは初めてでした。その珊瑚の間を行きかう大、小、色もさまざまな魚がたくさんいました。ハワイとひとくくりで言ってしまうにはもったいないワイキキの海とは全く違う手つかずの美しい海でした。
次回は是非イルカに出会えるかもしれないデラックス モーニングクルーズに参加したいです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Richard
I participated in the afternoon tour with my two elementary school children.
It was a mistake not to download the map beforehand, as I wasn't sure where the parking lot was. When we checked in at the office, they provided us with a document in Japanese that included important information that would be explained on the boat, so I felt reassured even though my English isn't great. At that time, there were only four of us Japanese and a young couple, but there was a Japanese-Brazilian woman named Rei who spoke fluent Japanese, which was comforting!
We brought our own prescription masks, but they were also available on the boat (Rx masks). They had prescriptions up to 4.0, which seemed to be fine for those with a vision of about 0.1. However, since they were quietly asking around after the fins were handed out, I think it would be better to say "I want an Rx mask!" when borrowing masks at the beginning. Kealakekua Bay is very beautiful, with colorful fish swimming nearby, and the kids enjoyed snorkeling until the last minute. Since the weather was a bit cloudy, it got quite cold on the way back, so it might have been better to have something to wear in addition to a towel. It was a tour that both adults and children could enjoy, and I'm glad we participated!
午後のツアーに小学生の子供2人と参加しました。
地図をダウンロードしていかなかったので、駐車場が
どこかよくわからなかったのが失敗でした。
事務所でチェックインした際に、その後船で説明される
注意事項などが日本語で書かれたものをくれるので
英語が苦手でも安心だと思いました。
その時日本人は私たち4人と、他は若いご夫婦の2人
だけだったと思いますが、日本語ペラペラのレイさんと
いう日系の女性の方がいたので心強かったです!
私たちは自分の度つきのマスクを持っていってましたが
船にもありました。(Rx.マスク)
度は4.0まであって、視力0.1位の方まで大丈夫な様です。
でも、フィンなどの貸し出しが済んだあと地味~に聞いて
回っているので、最初マスクの貸し出しのときに「Rxマスク
が欲しい!」と言った方がよいと思います。
ケアラケクア湾はとても美しく、すぐ近くに色とりどりの
魚が泳いでいて、子供たちは時間ギリギリまでシュノーケ
リングを楽しんでいました。
お天気が曇りがちだったこともあって帰りは結構寒かった
ので、タオルだけではなくて羽織るものがあった方が
良かったかな~
大人も子供も楽しめるツアーで、参加して良かったです!
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/28 |
Reviewed by: みのっちファン夫婦
I participated on June 21.
It was absolutely amazing! To be specific about what was great:
1. The journey
As we made our way to the summit, we picked up guests while touring around the hotel, and the scenery along with the guide's commentary kept us engaged. We stopped at beautiful spots along the way to take photos.
2. Japanese cuisine
You might wonder why we had Japanese food for dinner while abroad, but once you taste it on-site, you'll understand. The miso soup enjoyed in that magnificent scenery and cold weather is exceptional!
3. The scenery
It can't be conveyed through photos. It's simply incredible. I was left speechless beyond that word. It's something I want my loved ones to see.
4. The starry sky
Even as someone who is used to seeing stars living in the countryside, I was moved by its beauty. I could see satellites and the Milky Way. I also spotted several shooting stars. They showed us Saturn's rings and Jupiter's stripes through a telescope. The guide's extensive knowledge and enjoyable explanations enhanced the experience.
5. Warm clothing
I believe it was warmer than the cold-weather gear from other companies that were also at the summit.
6. The guide
Their knowledge, personality, and reliability were all top-notch. I will definitely return!
6月21日に参加しました。
とにかく最高です!何が最高なのか具体的に書くと
1.道中
ホテルを回りお客さんを拾いながら山頂へ向かって行きますが、景色とガイドのトークが飽きさせません。山頂までの途中、景色の良いところで下車し写真撮影もさせてくれます。
2.和食
なぜ海外なのに夕食に和食が出るのかと思いますが、現場で食べて見ればわかります。あの雄大な景色と寒さの中ですする味噌汁は格別です!
3.景色
写真では伝わりません。凄いの一言です。この言葉以外言葉を失いました。大切な人に見て欲しいものがそこにあります。
4.星空
田舎住まいで星に見慣れている私ですら感動する綺麗さです。人口衛星も天の川も見れました。流れ星もいくつも見れました。望遠鏡で土星の輪や木星の縞模様も見せてくれました。ガイドの知識の豊富さと楽しい解説が魅力を引き立ててくれます。
5.防寒着
同じく山頂にいた他社の防寒着より暖かいものだと思います。
6.ガイド
知識、人柄、頼りがい、どれをとっても最高でした。またリピートします!
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/26 |
Reviewed by: Sanali
The Hawaiian greeter was so beautiful and very friendly. She directed us where to go and even helped us with our luggage. It was my husband's first time in Hawaii and that's the best way to be greeted.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/26 |
Reviewed by: The Craig Family
Fair Winds Staff were very friendly and professional. Service felt very personalized even with such a large amount of people. Boat was very comfortable and we had a very pleasant journey to the Captain Cook Monument (our snorkel spot). Kids loved the water slide and high dive off the boat as much as the snorkeling experience.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/24 |
Reviewed by: pmjenkins
What a great time! For our first parasailing experience, we could have not asked for a better time. The guys on the boat were wonderful, and put my daughter and myself at ease. This was one of our favorite things we did while on vacation.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/24 |
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