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ハレアカラ山頂 夕日鑑賞+星空観測ツアー 1名~参加OK!グループや家族連れにおすすめの貸切プランあり<午後/日本語ガイド>

Nature is great!! 自然は偉大だ!!

Reviewed by: biwako

Since it was my first time booking individually online, I was nervous until the pickup arrived, but Yamapee came to greet me personally, and it went smoothly.

The sunset and starry sky were beyond my imagination!! It's not just about watching the sunset. The clouds illuminated by the sunset along the way to the summit showed wonderful expressions one after another, making me feel like I had become a hermit. Everything is on a grand scale.

Many people seem to come to Maui seeking something beyond just the scenery, whether it's healing, purification, or to gain energy, but being in that vast nature makes the chaotic daily life feel very small, and it brings a gentle feeling.

Lying down in a completely silent place and gazing at the star-filled sky. It's just that, yet for some reason, I couldn't stop crying. It was a mysterious experience.

I am grateful to Yamapee for taking the time to let me enjoy Maui's nature.

I definitely want to go again, but I would appreciate it if the fried items in the bento could be reduced (>_<). They are heavy for my stomach...

初めてネットから個人で予約したので、お迎えが来るまでドキドキでしたが、ホテルまでYamapeeさん(若く見えますが、半世紀仲間です(*^^))が直々にお迎えに来てくれ、スムーズでした。

サンセットと星空は、想像以上!!
ただの、夕日見学じゃないですよ。
山頂までの途中に見える、夕焼けに照らされる雲も、次々にすばらしい表情を見せてくれて、自分が仙人にでもなった感覚です。
とにかく、全てのスケールが大きいです。

癒しとか浄化とか、パワーもらいたいとか、景色という目的以外に、マウイには何かを求めて来る方が多いみたいですが、あの大きな自然の中にいると、ゴチャゴチャしている日常生活はとても小さい事に思えて、優し~い気持ちになれます。

全く音のない場所で、満天の星を寝そべって見る。
ただそれだけなのに、なぜか涙が止まらなくなる。
不思議な体験でした。

ゆっくりと時間を取って、マウイの自然を満喫させてくれるYamapeeさんに感謝です。

ぜひまた行きたいですが、お弁当の揚げ物少なくしてもらえると嬉しいなぁ(>_<)
おばちゃんの胃には、重い・・・。

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Thank you for your hard work!
When you listen to the music playing in the car, people of the same generation tend to react, right? (laughs)
It's a relaxed tour without being too concerned about time, so please come back to see the vast sunset and the wonderful starry sky!
I'll also make sure to change the meal order for you.

Yamapee

お疲れ様でした!
車の中でかかっている曲を聴いて頂くと、同年代の方は反応してしまいますよね。笑
あまり時間にとらわれずの、のんびりツァーなので
広大な夕焼けと素晴らしい星空をまた見に来てくださいね!
お食事も変更オーダーしておきますね。

Yamapee

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Inter-Island Trip Maui to Oahu - Pearl Harbor Full Day Tour with Airfare & Lunch Included

pearl harbor

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

great place a Must see pearl harbor

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50-Min Majestic West Maui & Haleakala Crater Flight - Blue Hawaiian Helicopter

Awesome experience...

Reviewed by: elchuy

Flew with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters on our first ever trip to Maui. Overall experience was great, from their office personnel and ground crew to the pilot. What made it particularly well worth it was our pilot &#8211; Glenda, she was awesome! The moment we got on board she was so calm and in control. She provided a lot of information and answered our questions in a soothing, calm voice as she maneuvered about the sky and terrain so effortlessly. We flew over dense jungle that she said was inaccessible by foot and viewed waterfalls falling into pristine pools. Would be curious to try it again after a rain shower, as we were told each and every gully turns into a waterfall!

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Turtle Reef Kayak Tour in Maui - Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Makena Landing & Winter Whale Watching

Would definitely do this again...

Reviewed by: Kristi

This was one of my and my husbands favorite things we did our first time out to Hawaii. We were thrilled we were in whale infested waters and it was super cool to have the whales literally swimming under us, as we saw and heard them. It was awesome one whale swam right under our guide (Griff) who got amazing photos of the whole experience!

Would definitely do this again during whale season! Snorkeling to see the green sea turtles was amazing too. And all by getting a little exercise, rowing. Nice!

Thanks Griff and South Pacific Kayak!

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冬季限定!ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~4月/英語ガイド/ラハイナ港発>

I was able to see a lot of whales!! クジラたくさん見れました!!

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I didn't expect to see so many whales. I was worried about seasickness, so I opted for a whale watching tour on a relatively large boat. I imagined that on a big boat tour, I would see the whales from a distance, so I was amazed to see them up close! I was filled with surprise and emotion. Although the announcements were in English, there was a Japanese staff member who was very considerate and attentive. I highly recommend this tour.

こんなにたくさんのクジラにあえると思っていませんでした。
船酔いを心配して比較的大きな船のホエールウォッチングを希望し、このツアーにしました。大きな船のツアーでは遠くからクジラを見る想像をしてましたので、こんなに近くで見れるとは!驚きと感動でいっぱいです。
英語のアナウンスですが、日本人のスタッフの方がいらして何かと気を遣ってくださりました。
是非お勧めのツアーです。

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Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina -Temporarily Not Available [Dec-May]

whale watching

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Me and my wife are here for our first time and loved seeing the whales so close and the friendly staff that helped point things out before they happened.

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Spectacular Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Park Admission & Breakfast at Cafe O'Lei

Well worth getting up for!!

Reviewed by: Hoffmans (Nebraska)

This was spectactular! We watched the sun come up over the clouds at 10,000+ feet. Before the sunrise the stars were so wonderful. We could see so many. The sunrise itself was breathtaking. This is an experience well worth the early wake up call. Bob is a very knowledgable and entertaining tour guide. I reconmmend you ask for him too!! This is an experience we will never forget. One that all visitors to Maui should do!

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冬季限定!ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~4月/英語ガイド/ラハイナ港発>

Reasonable! リーズナブル!

Reviewed by: choir

On a clear day, I departed from Lahaina Harbor and participated in a whale watching tour. Due to regulations, we couldn't get within 100 feet of the whales, so we didn't encounter any big dives like you see in photos, but we were able to see quite a few. While you can see the whales from land as well, I think this tour is very reasonably priced for what you get:
- Guided by a Japanese-speaking guide
- Includes drinks and snacks
- Over 2-hour cruise

快晴の天候の中、ラハイナハーバーから出発し、ホエール・ウォッチングツアーに参加しました。
規則で鯨には100フィート以内には近づけないため、なかなか写真で見るようなビッグダイブに遭遇することはできませんでしたが、かなりの数を見ることができました。
鯨自体は陸地からも遠目で見ることはできますが、この値段で、
・日本人ガイド付き
・飲み物、スナック付き
・2時間超のクルーズ
はとってもリーズナブルなツアーだと思います。

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Turtle Reef Kayak Tour in Maui - Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Makena Landing & Winter Whale Watching

Kayak/Snorkel

Reviewed by: AmyCat

This excursion was worth the money spent. My new husband had never snorkeled before so it was nice to have an experienced guide teach us how to do it. The Kayaking portion was nice and good exercise while we got to go out further than we would have without the kayaks. The guide, Steve, knew tremendous amounts about the area, ocean, animal life and more. He was helpful and funny throughout the entire experience. It was great to see turtles in and out of the water, an octopus, urchins, as well as schools of fish. Small group, us and a family, which the made the experience that much more intimate and special.

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Turtle Reef Kayak Tour in Maui - Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Makena Landing & Winter Whale Watching

Snorkel & Kayak: A Good Combination

Reviewed by: AKVisitor

Kayaking is a great way to observe different snorkeling sites. Lots of friendly sea turtles and was able to hear the songs of the humpback whales. Would have liked to see more varieties of fish. For a kayaker used to a 1-person boat, the 2-person kayak was more limiting. Our guide provided a lot of information about the sea life in the area. It was very informational. Overall a good day.

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Molokini Crater & Turtle Arches Snorkeling Tour & Snuba Dive - Aqua Adventures

A great Snuba Year's Eve!

Reviewed by: Scott

We saw so many turtles! We had a little trouble with Snuba because of some ear pain, but our dive instructor was great at working with us. They even stopped on the way back for some whale watching and we saw a whole pod! Definitely recommended for a great adventure

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Drums of the Pacific Luau with Open Bar at Kaanapali Hyatt Regency Maui

Engineering Tech

Reviewed by: Ken from TN

Been to 4 luaus in 3 visits to the islands and this is by far the best one.

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Best of Maui - Haleakala Crater, Iao Valley & Distillery Tour with Lunch

Nice tour

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Very nice, small group with a well informed guide.

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Drums of the Pacific Luau with Open Bar at Kaanapali Hyatt Regency Maui

Drums of the Pacific

Reviewed by: Florida Vacationer

We arrived at the Hyatt location promptly and had to stand outside in lines instead of being seated and served a cocktail as we expected. It was like being in line at a Disney Park. We expected more from such a small venue at such a large price. The performers were excellent. Staff sucked.

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Spectacular Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Park Admission & Breakfast at Cafe O'Lei

Haneakala Sunrise Tour

Reviewed by: DrSteggy

This was the first thing my husband and I did on our first trip to Maui--we did it the first full day we were there, and that turned out to be best because we were sort of awake to catch our 2:15 am tour bus (we are from the east coast, and were very early risers the whole trip)

Our guide was very knowledgable about the volcano and surrounding area, and took us on a very nice tour. he even slowed and pointed out a pair of nene for us. On the downside, there were some spots we would have liked to spend more time, but this can't be helped with an organized tour. On our next trip, we'd likely do this on our own, but its smart to take the tour your first time.

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5-Hour Hana Rainforest Hiking Tour with Waterfall Swim - Hike Maui

waterfall hike at twin falls

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

The Waterfall hike was a lot of fun... there were opportunites to swim in the waterfall pools and to get awesome pictures under the waterfalls. words of advice... bug spray bug spray bug spray! we applied 3 different times and still got eaten up! but other than that it was a lot of fun.

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Inter-Island Trip Maui to Oahu - Pearl Harbor Full Day Tour with Airfare & Lunch Included

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Winthrop, Maine

We are a family of four, children ages 12 and 16. All of us enjoyed this tour. Ed was our tour guide. We have been on many guided tours before, Ed was by far the best guide we ever had. We were really impressed with his knowledge of Honolulu and the amount of information that he shared with us. The sights through the city, and Waikiki were so breathtaking that we are actually ready to plan our 2nd trip to Hawaii. We also enjoyed how Ed really personalized this tour by sharing his own memories and experiences growing up on the island. This is a long day, yet our guide's enthusiasm, and obvious love for Hawaii remained constant from start to finish. He was very charming, funny, and yet very professional. Not one time did he hint at getting a tip, this has never happened to us before! We have nothing negative to say about this tour, nothing. MUST SEE TOUR, REALLY!

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Four Winds Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Taco Bar Lunch & Drinks

Snuba was fun

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I enjoyed the sail to Molokini on the Four Winds. It was a one-hour sail to the crater, however in that short timespan, I started feeling the effects of the water motion. This was partly due to the fact that we had spent 25 minutes listening to the snuba instructor's instructional briefing, which kept us focused on him, inside the boat. By not keeping our eyes on the horizon during that time, we started feeling queazy earlier than expected.

The snuba itself was fun, although I had difficulty sinking down to the bottom despite the weights. I guess my technique needs improvement. The water was beautiful and warm, and the fish were fun to see.

Both breakfast and lunch were provided on the catamaran. Breakfast was served at 7:30 am, when the boat departed the harbour, and lunch was served at 10:00 am upon arrival at Molikini. It was a little odd to have hamburgers and hot dogs served at that time, and we weren't really hungry due to the queasiness, so we didn't eat. Luckily, I had br

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Inter-Island Trip Maui to Oahu - Pearl Harbor Full Day Tour with Airfare & Lunch Included

A great experience

Reviewed by: Michelle

A great trip overall. Organized and on time.

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Spectacular Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Park Admission & Breakfast at Cafe O'Lei

COLD!!! but great!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Polynesian Adventure Tours was fabulous - great, knowledgable guides and they pick you up super early so that you get there before the big crowd for a front row seat (it gets surprisingly busy).
BRING WINTER CLOTHES (if you think to book it before traveling) otherwise buy sweaters or a jacket or blankets or all of the above...the 3x suggestion of warm clothing on your "to bring" list is not kidding - i wore 4 sweaters and was just comfortable - pants, scarves, gloves a must!!!
Stunning views, definitely a must see

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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ <朝・昼食付/現地集合>

I saw a sea turtle! ウミガメ見た~

Reviewed by: マウイ好き

It was great to see the elegantly swimming sea turtles up close, which were actually quite larger than I imagined. It felt like I was swimming alongside them while snorkeling.

I also challenged myself with snuba, and although I struggled a bit, it was wonderful to experience the fish and underwater scenery that you can't see with just snorkeling.

My wife seemed to struggle with seasickness, but TAKAKO was very kind and supportive, which was a big help. Having Japanese staff really brings a sense of安心.

I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

想像より結構大きかった優雅に泳ぐウミガメを間近で見ることができ良かったです。スノケーリングしながら一緒に泳いでいるかのようでした。

またスヌーバにもチャレンジし、少しうまくできませんでしたが、スノーケリングだけでは見えない魚や海の中を体験でき良かったです。

妻は船酔いをしてしまいつらかったようですが、TAKAKOさんが優しく声をかけてくれ大変助かりました。
やはり日本人スタッフが居ると安心ですね。

また機会あれば参加したいです。

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Lahaina Sunset Dinner Cruise w/ Live Music & Cocktails - Maui Princess [CLOSED]

Enjoyed the Music & Cruise

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We booked this dinner cruise as a way to begin our Maui vacation after spending the day at grandparents memorial celebrating their lives & love of the island. There was a very unfortunate mix up with table seating that was a little awkward when we were asked to change tables in the middle of dinner. Server was to busy or distracted while serving desert & failed to serve some of the guests, leaving the desert tray on an empty table. Guests wondered if they should serve themselves.
Music was superb with a terrific variety of appropriate dinner & dance music. For us the music made the night !!
We would definitely suggest "a" sunset dinner cruise but would not feel comfortable mentioning the name of this one.

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Road to Hana Tour with Waterfall Swim, Black Sand Beach and Lunch at Hana Farms

Beautiful Drive - Narrow Road

Reviewed by: Sherry

This was a great tour. We were able to see a lot of the island. The first part, up to Hana, was beautiful! Our tour guide pointed out places that were historically important, and various Hawaiian plants. He also told us which plants were native to Maui and which were brought over in canoes from other Pacific islands as well as what the plants were used for. Very informative! I would not recommend driving to Hana yourself; the road is narrow - one lane in a lot of places, with hairpin corners, and mostly on the side of the cliff. The drive around the back side of the volcano was not so fabulous. It was a very dry climate there so not as lush and beautiful. We pretty much just drove through that area. Made the tour seem kind of long.

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5-Hour Hana Rainforest Hiking Tour with Waterfall Swim - Hike Maui

Wonderful Hike!

Reviewed by: Sherry

We went on the 5 hour hike and had a blast! This was by far our favorite activity on Maui. The rainforest was beautiful! We saw 4 waterfalls, 3 with pools that we were able to swim in. Our guide, Helga, was very friendly and informative. She explained about the many varieties of plants and fruits on the hike as well as sharing other information about the island. We were able to pick and sample guavas fresh from the tree! This was an easy hike through some of the most beautiful scenery on Maui. I would highly recommend this activity!

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Four Winds Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Taco Bar Lunch & Drinks

Great Snorkeling tour for family

Reviewed by: Mash

Great tour! Staff was extremely friendly and entertaining. The tour began on time. Food and drinks were served and circulated around..
All the people we looked after well during the snorkeling. Underwater video and photoshoot was a great experience. Highly recommended for family. Had a three year old daughter with me. She had great time as well.

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ハレアカラ山頂 夕日鑑賞+星空観測ツアー 1名~参加OK!グループや家族連れにおすすめの貸切プランあり<午後/日本語ガイド>

I've never seen a sky like that. あんな空見たことありません

Reviewed by: Anny

I was debating whether to drive to Haleakalā or join a tour when I found this tour through an internet search.

As someone who is always worried about restrooms, I felt reassured by the fact that the tour started in the afternoon and included plenty of breaks, so I signed up...

Participating in the tour was truly overwhelming in the best way. I completely forgot about my restroom worries and was mesmerized by the crystal-clear sky and the vast Haleakalā crater, which felt like I had arrived on another planet! The moment the sun set was a breathtaking scene that made me feel like I was on some distant star.

After the sun went down, we were told, "You can't look at the sky until I say so," and I held back until I got the go-ahead. The starry sky I saw was absolutely stunning.

I was truly amazed to see how the Milky Way looked! I had learned how to find the North Star in science class, but I had never been able to locate it on my own. However, with a high-tech pointer, they showed me how to find the North Star, and I was finally able to see it with my own eyes, which was incredibly moving.

They showed us various stars and planets through a professional telescope, and it was a day where I could truly experience what I had learned in science class.

The conversations we had while stargazing resonated deeply with my husband and me, who just got married, and I feel certain that these moments will become a source of support for us in the milestones to come.

ハレアカラ山にレンタカーで行くか、ツアーで行くかで悩んでいたときにインターネットで検索してこのツアーを見つけました。

お手洗いが常に心配な私にとって昼以降の出発で、休憩もたくさんあるという内容に安心感を抱き、申し込んだのですが・・・

参加してみて、とにかく感動することでイッパイでした。トイレの心配ばかりしていた自分などすっかり忘れて、みたことのない澄み切った空、視界に広がる大きなハレアカラのクレーターはまるで宇宙のどこかの惑星に来たよう!!夕日の沈む瞬間も本当にどこかの星へ来たような錯覚を覚える風景でした。

日が沈んだ後に、「空を見ていいというまで見てはいけませんよ」といわれ、ずっと我慢しGoサインが出たときにみた星空は本当に圧巻でした。

天の川ってこうなっていたのか!!と本当に驚きました。北極星の見つけ方も理科では習っていましたが、自分の力ではその方法で見つけられずにいました。しかし、高機能なポインターで私でもわかるように、北極星を教えてくださり、やっと自分の目で北極星を見ることができ感動しました。

本格的な望遠鏡で色々な星、惑星を見せて下さり、理科で習ってきたことを自分の目で実感できた一日でした。

星を見ながら、お話して下さったことは結婚したばかりの私たち夫婦の心の中に大きく響き、これからの私たちにとって節目節目において心の支えになっていくのは間違いないと感じています。

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ハレアカラ山頂 夕日鑑賞+星空観測ツアー 1名~参加OK!グループや家族連れにおすすめの貸切プランあり<午後/日本語ガイド>

I was moved. 感動しました

Reviewed by: mf

I was moved by the beautiful sunset with high transparency and the magnificent starry sky seen from the top of the mountain. The storytelling of our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, who has rich life experiences, was also great. I appreciated the thoughtful attention to detail, which made for a very memorable experience.

山の上から見る、透明度が高く美しい夕日、雄大な星空に感動しました.ガイドの山内さんの人生経験豊かな語りもよかったです.すみずみまで配慮いただき、おかげでとても思い出深い体験ができました.

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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ <朝・昼食付/現地集合>

I enjoyed the beautiful coral. 美しいコーラルを堪能しました

Reviewed by: mf

Unfortunately, I couldn't encounter any sea turtles, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful coral. The staff was very kind, and it was a great tour for families. However, I think they prioritize ease of pickup, but the meeting location was a bit hard to find.

残念ながらウミガメには遭遇できなかったけど、美しいコーラルを堪能できました.スタッフの方もとても親切で、ファミリー連れには、ありがたいツアーでした.
ただ、ピックアップのしやすさを優先されているのだとおもいますが、集合場所が少しわかりにく買ったです.

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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ <朝・昼食付/現地集合>

I was able to swim with a sea turtle. ウミガメと一緒に泳げました

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

Swimming with sea turtles in the crystal-clear sea was the best! We were able to see three sea turtles. Having a Japanese guide made it easy to enjoy ourselves on Maui, even though Japanese is not widely understood there. After all, since it’s a tour where you entrust your life, it would have been really anxiety-inducing if there was a language barrier. However, there were some people feeling a bit queasy from seasickness, so it might not be enjoyable for those who are prone to it.

何と言っても、透明度の高い海でウミガメと一緒に泳げたのが最高!!3匹のウミガメを確認できました。日本人ガイドさんがいてくれるので、日本語がほとんど通じないマウイ島でも、安心して楽しめました。やはり、命を預けるツアーなので、言葉が通じないと、ちょー不安だったと思います。でも、船酔いでダウン気味の人たちもいたので、船酔いしやすい人には楽しめないかもしれません。

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Posted on: 2010/08/25

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In the midst of magnificent nature 壮大な大自然の中で

Reviewed by: てるちゃん

I visited Maui for the first time on August 21 with my 9-year-old daughter. We rented a car, but since Maui has many mountain roads and it seemed difficult to drive, especially as first-time visitors, I searched for a tour with Alan1 and decided to join this one. The deciding factor was the reviews mentioning that Yamapi, the Japanese guide, had many repeat customers. Since I'm not good at English, having a Japanese guide was the best choice for me (laughs).

On the day of the tour, we departed with a family of five from Osaka, who had three children, making a total of eight of us. With four kids, it was lively and fun! The adults were all friendly, so it felt like we were traveling with friends. We enjoyed Krispy Kreme donuts and explored a town with a gallery featuring the artwork painted on our van, and then we headed to Haleakalā. I learned that Haleakalā is as tall as Japan's Mount Fuji (very high!), and you can drive all the way to the top (amazing!).

Our experienced guide, Yamapi, made sure to take breaks at 1,000 meters and 1,500 meters to help our bodies acclimate to the altitude. He was an excellent driver, and even though we went quite high, I didn’t feel uncomfortable at all. While chatting (surprisingly, the topics were about science, which was intellectual), we climbed up saying, "We're going to eat the clouds!" When we reached the clouds, we opened the car windows and all tried to "eat" the clouds. Once we emerged from the clouds, we were greeted by an endless blue sky and a sea of clouds! The view when we got out of the car was so breathtaking that I thought it might be heaven.

The sunset we saw from there was truly beautiful and magnificent, and I was deeply moved. I believe I will never forget the sunset in the panoramic nature surrounding us. The countless stars we saw after sunset were also wonderful. Both the children and adults felt the life of the Earth and experienced that we are not living alone but are being supported by it. It was a fantastic tour.

Thank you so much, Yamapi. I would love to participate again!

8月21日にはじめてマウイ島にきました。9歳の娘と2人でレンタカーも借りたのでですが、マウイは山道が多く運転も大変そうだし、観光名所も初めてだとわかりにくそうだったのでAlan1さんで探してこのツアーに参加させていただきました。
決め手は山ピーさんの日本語ガイドでリピーターがたくさんいらっしゃるという書き込みでした。私は英語が苦手なのでやはり
日本語ガイドが1番です(笑)
当日は山ピーさんの引率のもと、大阪から来た3人兄弟のいる5人家族と私と娘の8人で出発しました。
子供が4人いたのでにぎやかで楽しいこと!大人もみんな気さくに話せる方々だったのでなんだか友達の家族と旅行に来ているようでした。クリスピードーナツを食べ、バンに描いてある絵の画廊がある町などを探索していよいよハレアカラに向かいます。ハレアカラは日本の富士山の高さのある山だそうで(高い!)、頂上まで全部車で行けます(すごい!)。
ベテランの山ピーさんが少しずつ体が高所に慣れるよう1000メートル、1500メートルなどの地点で休憩をはさんで下さって、運転もとても上手なのでかなり高い所にいきますが、苦しくなったりは全くありませんでした。
ワイワイ(意外と話の内容は理科のお話で知的)言いながら「雲を食べるぞー!」と登って行き、雲の中に来た時に車の窓を開けてもらいみんなで口を開けて雲を食べました。雲を抜けるとそこはどこまでも続く青い空と雲の海!車を降りて立った景色は
天国かしら?と思うほどの見たこともない世界
そこから見た夕日は本当に美しく壮大で感動しました。
360度のパノラミックな大自然の中でみた日没は生涯忘れないと思います。日没後に見た降るような無数の星空☆も素晴らしいものでした。
子供たちも大人もみんなそれぞれ地球の命を感じ、自分ひとりで生きているんじゃなくて、生かされているんだということを体感できた素晴らしいツアーでした。
山ぴーさん、本当にありがとうございました。また参加させていただきたいと思います。

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for your hard work the other day. It was such a fun time! The kids from Osaka are truly natural entertainers, and they made us laugh from the bottom of our hearts. In the end, it was quite lively with everyone vying for your daughter’s attention. Seeing Mars, Venus, and Saturn through the reflecting telescope amazed the kids! I'm sure it was a memorable time for them as well. On the way back, the kids were so exhausted that they seemed to run out of battery and fell asleep, haha. Being with such innocent children really cleanses the heart. I look forward to our next reunion.

先日は長い時間お疲れ様でした。
とにかく楽しい時間でしたね~やはり大阪の子供達は根っからの芸人で
お腹から笑わせてもらいました。
もはや最後は娘さんの取り合いで盛り上がりましたね~。
火星も金星も土星も反射望遠鏡で見れて子供たちもびっくり!
きっと子供達も忘れられない時間になったと思います。
帰りの車中はさすがの子供たちも電池が切れたように寝ていましたけど、、笑
純真な子供達といると心が洗われますね。
またの再会を心待ちしています。

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2010/08/25
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