Reviewed by: 198
I signed up to enjoy the sunset and stargazing from the mountaintop. Since we traveled by car, it was easy to head to the summit, but in reality, reaching an altitude of 4,200 meters involved a 20-minute journey on a gravel road, along with battling the invisible threat of altitude sickness, which was quite the challenge! After enduring headaches and slight breathlessness, a breathtaking view awaited us at the top!
Fortunately, we were blessed with good weather and were able to enjoy the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a perfect 120-point tour experience! Lastly, I experienced mild altitude sickness for the first time, but I found that listening to the staff's advice helped alleviate the symptoms. However, I recommend not overexerting yourself and moving around too much.
山頂からのサンセットと天体観測を楽しみに申し込みました。
車での移動でしたので手軽に山頂へ向かうことができますが実際には、標高4200mの高さまで辿り着くには20分ほどの砂利道を通ったり、見えない高山病との戦いもありました笑
頭痛がしたり若干の息苦しさを耐え忍んだ暁月には壮大すぎる絶景が待っています!!
私たちは幸いにも天候に恵まれ、最高の夕焼け、満点の星空を眺めることが出来、120点満点のツアーを体験することができたことに感謝します!
最後に初めて軽度の高山病になりましたが、高山病はスタッフのアドバイスを聞き、楽になりますが調子に乗って動き回らないことをお勧めします。
高山病をなめない
高山病対策、寒さ対策マフラー、厚手の靴下、手袋、ヒートテックなど
酔い止め
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/09 |
Reviewed by: くまきち
I was able to enjoy a world I've never seen above the clouds! The stars were so numerous when it got dark that I couldn't even recognize the constellations, which was very moving. Our Japanese guide explained about the observatory and the stars in a way that was easy to understand, and they patiently helped us until we could find the constellations.
The road to the summit was bumpy, and I felt a bit of discomfort at the top, but having the tour guide with us made me feel at ease.
I'm really glad I participated in this tour!
雲の上の見たことのない世界を堪能できました!
星は暗くなるとたくさん見えすぎて星座がわからなくなるほどで、とても感動しました。
日本人のガイドさんで天文台や星についての説明が分かりやすく、星座を見つけられるまで丁寧に付き合ってくださいました。
山頂まではガタガタ道で、山頂では少し苦しさを感じましたがツアーガイドさんがいてくれたので安心できました。
このツアーに参加してとても良かったです!
It seems that during any season when the moon is out, it's difficult to see the stars. I recommend checking the time more than just the moon phases before participating.
どの季節でも月がでている時間だと星は見にくいようです。月の満ち欠け以上に時間を調べて参加することをおすすめします。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/07 |
Reviewed by: TA
Thank you for the wonderful experience, blessed by the weather! The starry sky was magnificent. It was moving to see the artificial satellite.
天候にも恵まれ、とても素晴らしい体験をありがとうございました!
満天の星空でした。
人工衛星が観れたのは感動でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/07 |
Reviewed by: kako
Last time I participated in the Sunrise tour, and this time I joined the Sunset tour. I arrived on time for the meeting. Although the instructions were in English, I was grateful that I could communicate in Japanese when I got off the bus. I apologize for not understanding much of the information provided during the ride.
Thank you very much for this time! 😭
前回はサンライズ
今回はサンセットに参加
集合時間にも時間通り
英語の案内ですが
下車した時は
日本語でコミニケーションを
取っていただき助かりました。
車内でたくさんの案内をしていだいてるのにあまり理解できず申し訳なかったです。
今回はありがとうございました😭
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Shin
ガイドはとても良かったです。ムカデはとても悪かったです。次の旅行者のために、その長い茶色のものを駆除してください。
Guid was very good.
Centipede was so bad.
Please extermination that long brown one for another travellers.
ムカデに気をつけてください!
Please be careful about centipede!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/27 |
Reviewed by: せら
The sunset viewed in the clear air was truly beautiful. It might have been the first time I focused solely on the "sunset" without needing to think about anything else. It was simply beautiful. The stunning scenery before and after the sunset allows for a wonderful time that lasts longer than expected. Additionally, I was able to see the Venus Belt when I looked back, but this time, due to volcanic gas, I couldn't see the green flash. I would like to participate again the next time I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
澄んだ空気の中見る日没は本当に美しかったです。
何かを考える必要のない中で「日没」に集中したのは初めてかもしれません。ただただ美しいものでした。
日没の前後で美しい景色は広がっているので、想定よりも長い間、素敵な時間を過ごせると思います。
また、振り返るとビーナスベルトが見れましたし、今回は火山ガスの影響でグリーンフラッシュは見れませんでした。
次回ハワイ島を訪れるときはまた参加したいと思います。
Using a tripod to stabilize your camera for shooting is recommended. Additionally, I think you'll enjoy discovering various meteorological phenomena like the Venus Belt and the Green Flash.
三脚などカメラを固定して撮影するのがおすすめです。
また、ビーナスベルトやグリーンフラッシュなど気象現象も調べていくと多くのことを楽しめると思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/27 |
Reviewed by: SY
The guide spoke Japanese and provided a lot of historical explanations all the way to the summit, making it a very fulfilling tour. Thank you very much!
ガイドの方が日本語を話してくださり、山頂までもたくさん歴史について説明してくれたのでとても充実したツアーでした。ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/26 |
Reviewed by: SS
While the weather was fortunate, both the sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea and the starry sky were truly magnificent. We had plenty of time for stargazing, and I was able to fully enjoy it. I highly recommend it for those who love the night sky.
天気に恵まれた部分もあるでしょうが、マウナケア山頂の夕陽、星空共にとても素晴らしいものでした。星空鑑賞も十分に時間を取っていただき、堪能する事ができました。星空が好きな方にはお勧めできます。
The summit can be very cold and windy, so I think it's a good idea to get warm clothing and gloves while you are at the visitor center before heading to the top.
山頂は風も強く、とても寒いので、山頂に行く前、ビジターセンターにいる間に、防寒着の上下と手袋を貰うと良いと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Fromm
This tour was highly recommended! The view from the summit was amazing, and the experience of watching the sunset and stargazing really lifted my spirits. Additionally, the guide covered the challenging parts, which made it much easier on both my body and mind.
The tour takes half a day, but during the travel, I listened to the guide's explanations, and at each spot, we took our time to thoroughly explore Mauna Kea, making for a fulfilling experience. I think preparing to go on your own would be quite difficult, but this tour takes care of altitude acclimatization, time management for descending, providing warm clothing and telescopes, as well as sandwiches and hot cocoa. Plus, I could rely on them for the long drive, making it a very convenient experience.
Being able to drive to this altitude is rare worldwide, and this tour minimizes the burden while maximizing the experience. Overall, it was fantastic, and there were no inconveniences at all.
とてもオススメできるツアーでした!
頂上からの眺めは素晴らしく、日の入りも星見も気分が上がる体験です。
そして、大変な部分をガイドさんがカバーしてくれて、心身の負担が少なかったです。
ツアーは半日を要しますが、移動ではガイドさんの説明を聞き、各スポットではそれぞれ時間をとって、マウナケアをしっかりと見て回り、充実した時を過ごせました。
個人で行くには準備が大変だと思いますが、このツアーでは高地順応な下山の時間管理、防寒着や望遠鏡の準備、サンドイッチやホットココアの用意もしていただき、また長距離の運転もお任せできるので、とても手軽に体験ができるようになっています。
そもそもこの高度に車で行ける事自体が世界的に稀ですが、さらに負担を少なく、体験を最大化してくれているツアーです。
総じて素晴らしく、何も不便がありませんでした。
You can borrow winter clothing, but you should still bring your own winter inner layers and hand warmers. The summit is freezing cold, so if you're not prepared, you won't be able to stand outside.
防寒着は貸してもらえますが、それでも冬用のインナーやカイロなどを持っていくべきです。頂上は凍てつく寒さなので、準備しなければ外に立っていられません。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The Mauna Kea volcano tour is a great balance of nature, science, and culture.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Miyu
The sunset and starry sky were beautiful❣️ I was also happy to see the Subaru telescope😆 This has become a tour I definitely want to join again when I come back to the Big Island💕
夕焼けも星空も美しい❣️
スバル望遠鏡も見れたし嬉しかった😆
またハワイ島に来た際は必ず参加したいツアーとなりました💕
Don't forget to prepare for cold weather and altitude sickness.
寒さ対策、高山病対策は忘れずに。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/11 |
Reviewed by: nori
As expected, the air was thin, so I needed to take deep breaths due to my physical age. However, the sea of clouds at 4,200 meters, the setting sun, and the dazzling starry sky were truly wonderful. Next time, I will bring my family along.
やはり空気が薄いので、肉体年齢的に深呼吸が必要でしたが、4200メートルからの雲海と沈みゆく太陽、そしてまばゆい星空はやはり良かったです。今度は家族を連れて行きます。
If you have a heart defect or are 75 years old or older, please be careful when participating.
心臓に欠陥がある方や、年齢的に75歳以上の方は気を付けてご参加ください。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/16 |
Reviewed by: Rachel
Our guide, Shoutarou, was amazing!! At the summit, he took some fun photos with the sunset as a backdrop, and he had a wealth of knowledge about the starry sky, making the tour enjoyable without a dull moment. He also looked out for the guests to prevent altitude sickness (it seems that falling asleep during the journey can make you more susceptible to it), demonstrating great leadership as he guided us. Staying at an altitude of 4,200 meters is an activity you absolutely must experience when you come to the Big Island, something you can't do while in Japan!
ガイドのショウタロウさんが最高でした!!山頂ではサンセットを背景に面白い写真を撮ってくださったり、星空についての知識も豊富で、一瞬も飽きることなくツアーを楽しむことできました。高山病にならないようにツアーのお客さんに声がけをしたり(道中で眠ってしまうと高山病になりやすいようです)リーダーシップを取って引率されていて、頼もしいガイドでした!!日本に居たら経験できない標高4200mでの滞在はハワイ島にきたら絶対するべきアクティビティです。
At an altitude of 4,200 meters, the air can be more suffocating than you might imagine, and you may experience a tingling sensation in your brain. I recommend getting plenty of sleep the night before
標高4200mは想像以上に息苦しく脳がしびれるような感覚に襲われることもあります。前日たくさん寝て、万全な体調で臨むことをオススメします。景色はサンセット、星空含め絶景です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Aqui
The weather forecast for the day was cloudy with rain, and it was noted that the cloud cover at the Onizuka Center around 8 PM was 80-100%, which made me feel anxious and a bit resigned. However, in the end, I was able to see the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a truly wonderful and memorable day. Our guide, James, was very kind and attentive, and he took many photos for us. It was really a fantastic day and a great keepsake. Thank you very much.
当日の天気予報は曇り雨で、オニヅカセンターにも午後8時の曇り率は80-100%と記載されていたので不安と少しの諦めがありましたが、結果最高の夕陽と満天の星空を観ることができ大変素敵な思い出に残る1日となりました。ガイドのJames さんは人柄が良くとても気に掛けてくださり沢山写真も撮っていただきました。
本当に素敵な1日で記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。
I underestimated it a bit, but it’s really cold.
少し舐めてましたが本当に寒いです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/16 |
Reviewed by: ヒロ
The sunset and starry sky were absolutely beautiful, it was the best experience! Although the sunset and starry sky tour was conducted in English, our guide was very kind and helped us navigate using Google Translate, so we could participate without any issues. I definitely want to join again when I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
The "BLT sandwich" and "hot cocoa" we received along the way were shockingly delicious. It became the best memory of our honeymoon!
とても綺麗な夕日と星空が観られて最高でした!!
夕日&星空は英語ガイドとのことでしたがとても親切なガイドさんが案内してくれて、Google翻訳等を使用し不自由なく参加する事ができました。
またハワイ島に行ったときは絶対参加したいです。
途中で貰った「BLTサンド」と「ホットココア」は衝撃的なくらい美味しかったです。
最高のハネムーンの思い出になりました!
Since you will be traveling on winding roads several times, those who are worried might feel more at ease with some motion sickness medication. If you return late at night, it might be good to have a
揺れる道を何回か通るので心配な方は酔い止めがあると安心すると思います。
帰りが夜遅くなるので次の日はゆったりしたスケジュールだと良いかもしれません。
体調等常に気遣ってくださるので安心でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/10 |
Reviewed by: nao
It was truly a wonderful experience.
We were blessed with great weather and were able to see a sunset like no other.
Just after the sun set, the weather seemed to turn bad, and it looked like we wouldn't be able to do any stargazing. However, thanks to the guides who didn't give up and persevered, we were able to see a beautiful starry sky! It definitely ranks among the top three starry skies I've seen in various places.
The guides were very kind, and luckily, one of them spoke Japanese, so they explained everything in both languages. I was very impressed by their hospitality.
If I have the opportunity again, I would definitely want to join this tour.
本当に素晴らしい体験でした。
お天気に恵まれ、これまでにないサンセットを見ることができました。
日が沈んですぐに天気が崩れて星空観測ができなさそうな状況だったのですが、ガイドさんたちが諦めずに粘ってくださったおかげで、無事美しい星空を見ることができました!これまでにいろんなところで見た星空のベスト3には絶対入ります。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、ラッキーなことに日本語も話される方だったので、両方で説明してくださいました。そのホスピタリティにもとても感激しました。
もしまた機会があるなら、絶対にこちらのツアーに参加したいです。
The mountaintop in November is really cold, so they lend you ski wear, but I recommend bringing a thin down jacket or hand warmers to wear underneath!
11月の山頂は本当に寒いので、スキーウェアを貸してくださいますが、中に着られる薄いダウンやカイロを持っていくことをおすすめします!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/12 |
Reviewed by: らざん
I was fortunate to join a tour with a guide who spoke Japanese, which made it easy to understand the important information and schedule. I had a great time! Both the sunset and the starry sky were breathtaking.
たまたま日本語を話せるガイドさんのツアーに参加できたため、留意事項やスケジュールも分かりやすく説明いただき、楽しむことができました!夕陽、星空ともに絶景でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/11 |
Reviewed by: 目黒の安酒男
The sunset viewed from near the summit of Mauna Kea, followed by stargazing under a sky full of stars, was a fulfilling tour. After acclimatizing to the altitude at the visitor center, we drove up to the summit, where we were amazed by the sea of clouds below and the size of Mauna Loa. At the summit, after seeing various observatories from different countries, we enjoyed the main event: sunset viewing. We watched the setting sun from a quiet spot a little away from the crowded area filled with tourists. It was a magnificent sunset, even more grand than what we see from the ground. After that, we descended slightly for stargazing. The sky opened up 360 degrees, revealing the Milky Way, various constellations, Polaris, Saturn, and stars that are not visible from the ground, all clearly visible. The tour guide was perfect both on the way there and back, taking plenty of photos and ensuring we had a comfortable experience. If I have another opportunity, I would definitely like to use this service again.
マウナケア山頂付近から見る夕陽とその後の満天の星空観察は充実したツアーでした。
ビジターセンターで体を高地に慣らした後、車で山頂を目指すのですが、眼下に広がる雲海、そしてマウナロアの大きさに驚きます。山頂では各国の天文台を見た後に、本番の夕陽鑑賞です。たくさんの観光客がいる場所から少々離れた静かな場所で、沈みゆく夕陽を見ました。地上で見る以上の雄大な夕陽でした。その後、若干下った場所で星空観測。360度に広がる空に天の川をはじめ、様々な星座、北極星に土星など、地上では見えない星がはっきりと見えました。
ツアーガイドの方が行き帰りともに、パーフェクトなガイド、写真もたくさんとって頂き、快適に過ごさせて頂きました。
またの機会がありましたら、ぜひ利用させて頂きたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/10 |
Reviewed by: MAYAMAOKA
I couldn't go on my own, and I didn't have much opportunity to study beforehand, so it was great to have a guided tour that was easy to understand. The guide was also very kind.
自力で行けないし、事前知識もあまり勉強できなかったのでガイド付きで分かり易くて良かったです。ガイドの方も大変親切でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/30 |
Reviewed by: ハワイLOVE
I was torn between the sunrise tour with a Japanese guide and the sunset tour with an English guide, but I chose the sunset tour. There were no other Japanese participants besides us, and although we are not fluent in English, the guide helped us by speaking in Japanese at times, which was very helpful. The hot cocoa during the cold was also comforting!
Since we participated on a day close to the full moon, I heard that more stars are usually visible. However, we were able to see plenty of stars!
日本語ガイドの日の出ツアーか英語ガイドの夕日ツアーかで迷ったのですが、こちらの夕日ツアーを選択しました。
自分達以外は日本人の参加者がいなくて、英語も堪能ではない自分達ですが、ガイドさんが伝わりやすいように所々、日本語で話してくれ助かりました。
寒いときのホットココアも安らぎましたよ!
満月に近い日の参加だったので、ホントはもっと星が見えるそうです。でも十分、星みれましたよー!
You can rent warm outerwear, but for those who get cold easily, it's good to have thick socks and Heattech! Also, hand warmers!
あったかいアウターはレンタルできるのですが、寒がりの方は厚手の靴下とヒートテックがあると良いですよ!ホッカイロも!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/02 |
Reviewed by: mew
My husband, who loves stargazing, has always wanted to visit the Subaru Telescope, and that dream has come true. He was happily and contentedly watching from a spot where we could see the sunset and the Subaru Telescope. Seeing him like that made me happy as well. As for me, I love looking at the sky, and on this day, the combination of the sea of clouds, colorful clouds, and sunset created a wonderful scene. The orange sunset and the pink sunset were beautiful. The guide took photos frequently from the best spots.
Although the conditions for stargazing were not ideal, being the second day after a full moon, we were still able to see a sky full of stars, the Milky Way, and shooting stars, which made me very satisfied. They showed us Saturn through a telescope and provided a lecture on the stars using a laser pointer. The photo with the Milky Way was a first-time experience and became a memorable shot. Our guide, Shotaro, was very friendly and spoke Japanese well. Although he is not Japanese, he explained everything in both English and Japanese since half of the participants were Japanese. I felt really lucky! Understanding the language added depth to the experience.
The sandwiches and hot cocoa under the starry sky were delicious, making it truly the best experience.
星をみるのが好きな夫がずっと行きたかったすばる天文台。その夢が叶いました。夕日とすばる天文台が見える場所で嬉しそうに満足気にずっと見ていました。そんな夫をみてわたしも嬉しくなる時間を過ごすことができました。わたしはというと普段から空をみるのが大好きで、この日は雲海と彩雲と夕日とがセットで素晴らしい光景でした。オレンジの夕日にピンクの夕日。ガイドの方が最高のポイントでこまめに写真を撮ってくださいました。
また星空については満月になって2日目という悪条件でしたが、満天の星に天の川・流れ星もみることができて大満足です。天体望遠鏡で土星をみせてくださったりレーザーをあてて星のレクチャーもしてくださいました。なんといっても天の川と一緒の写真は初体験で記念になる1枚となりました。そんな至れり尽くせりのガイドさんは日本語が上手で気さくなショウタロウさん。日本人ではないのですが参加者の半数が日本人だったこともあり、車の中でも着いてからもすへて英語と日本語で説明してくださいました。本当にラッキー!言葉がわかったので体験に深みがでたと思います。
サンドイッチも星空でのホットココアもおいしくて、本当に最高の体験でした。
The temperature on the mountain that day was 7°C. I'm sensitive to the cold, but I wore tights with winter pants, a Heattech shirt, a fleece jacket, and a ski jacket and gloves that were lent to me, s
体験した日の山の上は7℃。寒がりですがタイツに冬用のパンツ。ヒートテックのシャツにフリースのジャケットと貸してくださるスキー用のジャケットと手袋で大丈夫でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/06 |
Reviewed by: しいー
The sunset from an elevation of 4,000 meters, higher than Mount Fuji, was simply amazing. The beauty created by the clouds and the setting sun is something I will never forget.
Although the starry sky was slightly clouded and the conditions weren't perfect, I was still able to see countless stars and the Milky Way. This is a tour I would recommend everyone experience at least once in their lifetime.
富士山よりも高い標高 4000 メートルからの夕日はただただ最高でした。雲と沈む太陽が織りなす美しさは一生忘れないと思います。
また星空は少し雲がかかっており完璧とは言えないコンディションでしたが、それでも無数の星と天の川が見れました。一生に一度は行くことを勧めたいツアーです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/06 |
Reviewed by: かな
I was moved to be able to visit the summit of Mauna Kea, renowned as a sacred mountain. On the way, as soon as we arrived at the mountain, it started to rain, and there were moments when thick fog made it hard to see, which made me anxious about reaching the summit. However, in the end, I was able to see the sunset through a gap in the clouds.
I felt grateful to witness both the harshness and gentleness of nature.
I also want to thank our guide, who explained everything in Japanese using Google Translate, as I can hardly speak or understand English.
Although I couldn't see many stars, I’m really glad I went. Thank you!
神聖な山として名高いマウナケア山頂に行けて感動しました。
道中は、山に着いた途端に雨が降り出し、途中濃霧で周りが見えなくなるなど山頂まで行けるかヒヤヒヤしましたが、最後は雲の隙間から日の入りを見ることができました。
自然の厳しさと優しさを見ることができたような気がして、感謝が溢れました。
英語がほとんど話せない&聞けない私に、Google翻訳を駆使して日本語で説明してくれたガイドさんにも感謝。
星はほとんど見れなかったけど、本当に行って良かったです。ありがとうございました!
The summit is extremely cold, so long sleeves and long pants are essential. (They lend you jackets and pants, but it's still cold.)
山頂はめちゃくちゃ寒いので、長袖長ズボンは必須かと。(ジャケットやズボン等を貸してくれますが、それでも寒い)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Yoyo
Our guide was from Hawaii, born on Maui, and has been living on the Big Island for two years. He was handsome, had a great voice, and was genuinely kind. The weather wasn’t ideal — it was cloudy, though we did see the sea of clouds and a bit of sunlight breaking through. It still felt magical watching the sunset above the clouds, even without a clear sky. Unfortunately, we couldn’t see any stars that night, probably due to the season (I went in late October). But the next day, on another tour, I did see a sky full of stars — so it’s still possible! Be prepared for altitude sickness; I felt lightheaded at the summit and was glad we descended soon after sunset. Overall, it was a good experience despite the bumpy mountain road — and it felt great to have “checked off” the highest mountain in the world (from base to peak).
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/27 |
Reviewed by: みきやん
It's a place where you can't help but wear a down jacket in the hot Hawaii. Just that alone is a unique experience. The sunset and the starry sky are amazing. The Milky Way was clearly visible! It would have been perfect if they could have explained a bit more about the stars.
暑いハワイの中でダウンジャケットを着ないと居られない場所です。それだけでも異体験。サンセットも星空も最高です。
天の川もハッキリと見えました!
もう少し星の説明をしてもらえたら満点でした。
Since the air is thin, it's a good idea to consciously take deep breaths while on the ascent.
空気が薄いので、上りの車中から大きく呼吸をする事を意識した方がいいですよ。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/23 |
Reviewed by: まるこ
The sunset was really nice. However, if you want to see a lot of stars, it probably depends on the season, but you should pay attention to the moonset. I participated in late October, but the moonlight was so bright that it probably wasn't the true starry sky of Hawaii Island. The guide mentioned that too, haha. During this time, it seems like the sunrise would be better.
夕日はとってもよかったです。
ただし星を沢山見たいと思ったらおそらく季節にもよると思いますが月没を気にした方がいいです。私は10月後半に参加しましたが月明かりが眩しくておそらくハワイ島の本気の星空ではありませんでした。ガイドの人も言ってました笑
この時期なら日の出の方が良さそうです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/28 |
Reviewed by: チーム東京
I signed up for this as an activity for my honeymoon. The tour guide was very friendly and kind, providing advice to avoid altitude sickness and explaining the scenery visible from the car window on the way to Mauna Kea, making the journey enjoyable. The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was incredibly precious, and I had a luxurious time. During the stargazing tour, I was able to see many stars shining in the night sky, as well as the Milky Way and moving satellites.
They lend you warm clothing, which is reassuring, but it would be good to bring a sweatshirt, hand warmers, thick socks, and leggings to wear under your pants, and change at the visitor center during breaks. The price is a bit steep, but I think it will create unforgettable memories in life. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who is considering it.
新婚旅行のアクティビティとして申し込みました。ツアーガイドさんもとっても気さくでお優しく、高山病にならないためのアドバイスやマウナケアまでの道中の車窓から見える景色も説明していただき、マウナケアに着くまでも楽しい時間を過ごせました。マウナケア山頂から眺める夕日は何よりも尊く、贅沢な時間を過ごせました。星空ツアーでは、夜空にたくさんの星が輝き、天の川や人工衛星が動いてる様子まで見ることができました。
防寒着を貸してくださるので安心ですが、トレーナーやカイロ、厚地の靴下やズボンの下に着るスパッツを持参して、途中のビジターセンターでの休憩時に着替えるとよさそうです。お値段は少々張りますが、人生で忘れられない思い出になると思います。迷っている方にはぜひお勧めしたいツアーです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/28 |
Reviewed by: ケイ
The mountains of Mauna Kea, the sea of clouds, and the sunset sinking into the clouds were spectacular. At the summit, there is a spot known as the Hawaiian sacred site, where I felt a mystical atmosphere. The guide spoke Japanese and provided clear explanations, allowing me to feel at ease and trust them completely.
マウナケアの山々や雲海、雲海に沈む夕陽は壮観でした。山頂にはハワイアン達の聖域と呼ばれるスポットがあり、なにか神秘的か雰囲気を感じました。
ガイドさんは日本語も喋れる方で、説明もわかりやすく安心してお任せできました。
The summit is colder than I expected! The guide recommended a stargazing app, but I couldn't download it at the summit due to poor connectivity, so I recommend doing it in advance.
思っている以上に山頂は寒いです!
ガイドさんから星座観測アプリをおすすめいただきましたが、山頂では通信環境が悪くダウンロードできなかったため、あらかじめやっておくことをおすすめします。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/23 |
Reviewed by: aaa
As night fell, the starry sky became increasingly visible, and I was deeply moved. I think I would have been even more touched with a bit more explanation in Japanese.
夜になるにつれて、どんどん星空が見えてきて感動しました。
もう少し日本語の説明があると更に感動したと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/21 |
Reviewed by: daichi1022
I used this for my honeymoon trip.
The mountaintop was very cold, but thanks to the guide's thoughtfulness (delicious BLT sandwiches and the provision of ski wear), it became a wonderful memory.
During the stargazing, they provide explanations in Japanese as well, so don't hesitate to join just because it's an English tour; you'll miss out if you don't!
ハネムーン旅行で利用しました。
山頂はとても寒かったですが、ガイドさんの心遣い(美味しいBLTサンド、スキーウエア上下の用意)のおかげでとても良い思い出になりました。
星空観察では、日本語も交えて説明していただけるので、英語ツアーだからと遠慮せず、利用しないと損です!
It's essential to prepare your own warm clothing to wear under ski wear (such as thick socks and hats).
スキーウエアの中に着るような防寒着は必ず、自分で用意した方が良い。(厚手の靴下や帽子等)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/22 |
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Don't underestimate altitude sickness.
Altitude sickness measures: scarf for cold protection, thick socks, gloves, Heattech, etc.
Motion sickness medication.