All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

I accidentally forgot to bring my winter clothes, so I layered two T-shirts, wore a fleece, and covered myself with a hotel bath towel to enjoy the view. It was 8 degrees, so I managed somehow.

There were several buses from the same tour company, and many individuals came as well, exceeding the space available for viewing. People gathered tightly next to the visitor center to watch, but even though it was cold, it's better to secure a spot early rather than waiting in the car until the last minute. There were many large individuals, making it difficult to peek through the gaps to take photos.

うっかり防寒着を持参するのを忘れて、Tシャツ２枚を重ね着、フリースを来て、ホテルのバスタオルを被って鑑賞しました。8度でしたのでどうにかなりました。
同じツアー会社のバスが数台、個人で来ている人たち、観覧スペースの広さ以上にたくさんの人が来ています。ビジターセンターの横で鈴なりになって鑑賞するのですが、寒くてもギリギリまで車中で待たずに、早く場所を取ったほうがいいです。大柄の方が多くて、隙間から覗いて写真を撮るのが大変でした。

I participated in the Haleakalā tour for the first time with my 13-year-old daughter.

We took regular breaks, including coffee breaks, while climbing, which made us feel at ease. Women don’t have to worry about restroom facilities.

On the day of the tour, it was a new moon, and the city lights were blocked by a thick sea of clouds, creating perfect conditions. We were able to enjoy the best sunset and a sky full of stars.

Mr. Yamauchi's guiding and talks were enjoyable, and we had an unforgettable day.

I highly, highly recommend the Maui All Stars sunset viewing and stargazing tour!

13歳の娘と二人で初めてのハレアカラツアーに参加しました。

途中コーヒーブレイクなどこまめに休憩を取りながら登っていくので安心です。
女性はトイレの心配もないです。

当日は新月、そして街の灯は厚い雲海に遮られ絶好のコンディション。最高の夕陽と満天の星空を鑑賞することができました。

山内さんのガイドもトークも楽しくて、忘れられない一日を過ごしました。

マウイオールスターズの夕陽鑑賞＋星空観測ツアー強く強くお勧めします

The sun sinking into the sea of clouds was breathtaking, and the colors of the sky after it set were so beautiful that I couldn't take my eyes off it. It was divine and incredibly moving!!! I could clearly see the Mauna Kea Observatory on the summit of the Big Island to the south. The starry sky was so close and filled with countless stars, and the Milky Way was vividly visible. I was overwhelmed with emotion as I looked at Jupiter, Saturn, and the Milky Way through the telescope!!!

雲海に沈んでいく太陽、沈んだ後の空の色も美しくて目が離せず、神々しくて大感動!!! 南側にハワイ島山頂マウナケア天文台がしっかり見えました。
星が降るような近くてたくさんの星空、天の川もくっきり見え、さらに望遠鏡で木星、土星、天の川を見て、感動が止まりませんでした!!!

I participated on July 31.
There were so many participants that the car was full.
Since the pickup was at 2 AM, I was fast asleep in the car.
By the time we arrived at Haleakalā, it was starting to get bright, and we were able to see the sunrise about 20 minutes after getting off the bus.
I was worried because there were a lot of clouds, but it was a beautiful sunrise.
The temperature was extremely cold!
With the wind, it felt like winter!
A down jacket is absolutely essential.
I took photos while shivering. (laughs)
After watching the sunrise, we returned to the car and received bread and coffee.
I was very happy to have warm coffee!
After that, we went down to have breakfast and returned to the hotel around 10 AM.
It was a wonderful experience.

7月31日に参加しました。
車はいっぱいになるくらい参加者がいました。
ピックアップが午前２時だったので
車中は爆睡でした
ハレアカラに着いた時はもう明るくなりつつあり、バスから降りて、２０分くらいで日の出を見ることができました。
雲が多くて大丈夫かな？と思っていましたが、綺麗なサンライズでした。
気温はめちゃくちゃ寒い！
風もあったので、真冬並みの寒さ！
ダウンは、絶対必須です。
ガタガタ震えながら写真を撮りました。笑
サンライズを見て、車に戻るとパンとコーヒーが貰えました。
あったかいコーヒーがとても嬉しかったです！
そのあと朝食を食べに麓におり、ご飯を食べて10時くらいにホテルに戻ってきました。
とてもすてきな体験でした。

Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii had a magnificent natural feel, but here we had to compete for space with many people in a narrow passage. The shuttle was only a few minutes late, and the guide was cheerful and kind, but I think if we had arrived a bit earlier, we could have secured a better spot and enjoyed the starry sky more. Considering the price, it was a bit lacking.

ハワイ島のマウナケアは壮大な自然とゆう感じでしたが、こちらは狭い通路にたくさんの人で場所を取り合う必要がありました。送迎は数分の遅れ程度でガイドさんも明るく親切でしたが、もう少し早く着ければ場所取りも、星空もよく見れたのかなと思います。値段の割には、、です。

My husband and I decided to add a hike to our planned activities for our Maui vacation. We wanted to learn
more about the island. Our guide Brian was very knowledgeable and he made the trip fun. We learned a lot about native plants and fruits. He also told us about the Hawaiian kings and bits about the Hawaiian language and culture. The trip exceeded our expectations.

In July 2019, my mother and I participated in this tour. I had heard from a friend who lived in Hawaii that the town of Paia was lovely, and I was really looking forward to exploring it, but we actually did not go to Paia. I confirmed with two drivers from the local tour company on the day of the tour, but they explained that Paia was not included in this tour. They assured me that it was definitely not part of the itinerary and offered to check with the office, but I had no reason to doubt the drivers, so I acknowledged that. I was very much looking forward to visiting Paia, so I was quite disappointed that the tour details listed on the website did not match the actual itinerary. I understand if there were special circumstances on the day that prevented us from going, but if Paia was not included in the tour itinerary from the start, I believe it should have been honestly stated. Other than that, the overall tour was completely fine, as the drivers were nice, which made it all the more disappointing.

First, we were picked up on time at the designated location, and after visiting other nearby hotels, we arrived at the meeting point where we were instructed to transfer to a different bus. Buses that had picked up passengers from various areas of Maui gathered there, and we switched buses for our tour and departed. Here, we received an iPad and earphones to listen to announcements in Japanese.

On the way to Haleakalā, we took a break for a restroom stop and to buy water and snacks before entering the mountain roads. The bus driver provided polite guidance, and I was able to relax throughout the journey.

We were fortunate with the weather, and at the summit of Haleakalā, we had about 45 minutes of free time during which we took photos and explored a bit. After that, we stopped in the cowboy town for lunch, but there was not enough time, so we hurriedly ate lunch and only had about 10 minutes to stroll around the town, which did not allow for leisurely shopping.

We then headed to Iao Valley. We were instructed to return to the bus in about 30 minutes, and I walked around a bit to take photos before coming back. There was an explanation that there was a lookout if we climbed a little up the mountain, but it seemed tight on time, so I decided to skip it.

I was looking forward to going to the town of Paia from there, but I was told that we would be taken back to the hotel and the tour would end.

2019年7月に母と私の2人でこのツアーに参加しました。ハワイに住んでいた友人からパイアの街が素敵だと聞き、散策できることを大変楽しみにしていましたが、実際はパイアの街には行きませんでした。現地のツアー催行会社の運転手2人に当日確認しましたが、このツアーにはパイアは含まれていないと説明されました。間違いなく行程に含まれていないとのことでオフィスにも確認してあげるよと言われましたが、運転手を疑う余地はなかったのでわかりましたと伝えました。パイアに行けることも大変楽しみにしていたので、このホームページに記載があるツアー内容と実際の行程が違いとても残念です。当日の特別な事情で行けないなら分かりますが、そもそもツアー行程に含まれていないのならば正直に記載すべきだと思います。それ以外はツアー全体としては、下記に記載の通り全く問題なく運転手も良い人だっただけに大変残念です。

まず時間通りに指定の場所に迎えがきて、近くにある他のホテルを回った後に集合場所に着き、違うバスの乗り換えるよう指示を受けました。マウイ島の各地域にピックアップに行ったバスがそこに集まってツアーごとにバスを乗り換え、出発しました。
ここで日本語のアナウンスが聞けるアイパッドとイヤフォンを受け取りました。

まずはハレアカラに向かう途中で、山道に入る前にトイレ休憩と水やお菓子を買えるところで休憩しました。バスの運転手も丁寧に案内をしてくれ、終始安心して過ごすことができました。

お天気にも恵まれハレアカラ山頂では45分ほど自由時間があり、その間に写真を取ったり少し散策したりしました。
その後ランチをとるためにカウボーイの街に立ち寄りましたが、時間がなくランチを急いで食べて10分ほど街を散策する程度でゆっくり店を見たりすることはできませんでした。

その後イアオ渓谷に向かいました。こちらも30分ほどでバスに戻ってくるように指示があり、周辺を少し歩いて写真を撮って戻ってきました。少し山を登るとルックアウトがあると説明がありましたが、時間的に厳しそうでしたのでやめておきました。

ここからパイアの街に行くことを楽しみにしていたのですが、このままホテルに送って行ってツアーは終了だと告げられました。

I highly recommend this tour rather than driving. Our guide, Star, provided us with great insight and experience regarding Haleakalā, the surrounding area and Maui. The sunrise was spectacular!

From sunset to the starry sky. It was an experience beyond imagination, where I could truly feel myself in the universe rather than just on Earth!

Seeing my seven-year-old son and husband discussing the grandeur of the cosmos became a lifelong memory for our family.

I highly recommend this for families with elementary and middle school children.

And everything was thanks to our wonderful guide, Yama-chan. He was kind, incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining, and even performed magic tricks, making him a favorite among the kids.

Yama-chan, who has led tours to Haleakalā 3,000 times, felt somewhat extraterrestrial!

We'll definitely come back!

サンセットから星空にかけて。地球というより宇宙の中の自分をひしひしと感じることができる想像を越える経験でした！

七歳の息子と夫が天体の壮大なロマンを語り合う姿も、家族みんなにとって一生の思い出になりました。

小学生、中学生家族には本当にオススメです。

そして何もかも、素晴らしいガイドの山ちゃんのおかげです。優しくてものすごい物知りで面白くて、手品まで披露してくれて子供たちに大人気でした。

3000回もハレアカラに登ってツアーを行っている山ちゃんは、どこか宇宙人的でした！

また行きます❗

Very good tour. The driver was very knowlegable and provided a lot of information about Maui.

There are many places where the starry sky is beautiful.

Many tours are not recommended because:
1) They are superficial and forced. For the guide, it's a daily job, but for customers, it's a rare and precious time.
2) There are many guides who are self-absorbed and boastful, often far removed from the customer's perspective.

However, the tour by Mr. Yamauchi, the owner of Maui All Stars, was wonderful and thoroughly pursued customer satisfaction. The sunset at Haleakalā and the starry sky were even more dazzling, captivated by the Yamauchi world.

星空が綺麗な所は他にも色々あります。

多くのツアーがNGなのは、
1) 表面的且つ強制的 ガイドにとっては毎日の仕事、でも顧客にとっては、稀有で貴重な時間です。
2) 自己顕示欲型 何故か知ったかぶりの自己自慢、自己陶酔型のガイドが多く、そういう人は、顧客視点から程遠い事が多いです。

で、今回のMaui All Starsオーナー山内さんによるツアー。
徹底的に顧客満足を追求した素晴らしいものでした。
ハレアカラの夕陽も星空も、山内worldに魅せられ、一層輝いて見えました。

Totally worth the lack of sleep. You wake up early, however you can sleep on the bus. The sights were amazing and our tour guide/ driver was extremely knowledgeable.

This is a highly recommended tour that you absolutely must go on when you visit Maui. Seeing the scenery that I had only seen in photos with my own eyes was truly moving. The stories were also very interesting, making for a fun day.

I quickly made a reservation for the rib steak recommended by Yamapi and ordered all the recommended dishes! Everything was really delicious. Thank you very much.

マウイ島に来たら絶対に行って欲しいお薦めなツアーです。写真でしか見たことの無かった景色を肉眼で目の当たりにするとホント感動です。お話しもとても面白く楽しい一日でした。
山ピーさんお薦めのリブステーキ、早速予約てし食べてきました。お薦めメニュー全て注文！どれもホント美味しかったです。ありがとうございました。

Went on the tour with my wife. I didn’t know a pineapple tour could be so much fun! Our tour guide, Tim, made the trip fun such a good time. After touring and eating all the pineapple we could handle he even gave us a special performance on the ukulele, “Pineapple Princess”. 10/10 tour 10/10 performance!!

In addition to regular sightseeing, I was able to enjoy not only delicious restaurant menus but also learn about places that weren't so good (laughs) and many little tips that I wouldn't have gotten from guidebooks or on my own, allowing me to have a wonderful time. The weather was nice, and although the moon was bright, I wasn't able to see as many stars as I had hoped, but the sky was still beautifully clear. It was evident that our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, was passionately dedicated to the tour, and I had a very enjoyable time. I also took many great photos. The sushi I bought at the supermarket was delicious as well. I would like to come back during the new moon next time.

普通の観光以外に美味しいお店のメニューだけでなく、美味しくないお店や(笑)、プチ情報もたくさん教えて頂けて、ガイドブックや自分たちだけでは得られない楽しい時間を過す事ができました。
お天気も良く、月が明るかったので星は思っていたよりは見られませんでしたが十分に綺麗な空でした。
ガイドの山内さんが熱い思いでやられているツアーなのが伝わってきて
とても良い時間を過ごせました。いい写真もたくさん撮って頂きました。
スーパーで買ったお寿司も美味しかったです。次は新月の時に来てみたいです。

Since it was an English tour, there were only three of us Japanese participants. We were packed into a small bus to full capacity and set off. The male guide was friendly, taking pictures for us at the rest stop, but the shopping planned at Clar Lodge was canceled without any explanation. After watching the sunset from the summit, we were all dropped off at the dining location without any follow-up. We were just ushered into the restaurant, where our seats were taken by other tour participants, leaving us feeling excluded.

I joined the English tour knowing what to expect, and I didn't anticipate the detailed support typical of Japanese tours, but it didn't turn out to be a very good experience, which is disappointing.

英語のツアーということで、日本人参加者は私たち3人のみ。
小型のバスに満員状態で詰め込まれ出発。
ガイドの男性は休憩場所で写真撮ってくれたりとフレンドリーでしたが、工程に入っていたクラロッジでのショッピングもなんの説明もないまま無しになり山頂で夕日をみたあと、食事の場所で全員バスを下ろされ、何もフォローないまま、レストランに入れられ、座席も他のツアー参加者に占領され、爪弾き状態に…
英語ツアーとわかって参加し、日本ツアーの細やかなフォローを期待して行ったわけではないですが、あまりいい思い出にならず、残念でした

Tour guide was Very knowledgeable and friendly , bus is extremely comfortable, dinner was delicious

The Sunrise Tour was my first experience. Most of the participants were foreigners. I took motion sickness medication before joining. At the summit, I was able to see the sunrise while listening to chants, which was a wonderful experience.

サンライズツアーは初めてでした。
殆どの参加者は外国の方でした。
車酔いの薬を飲み参加しました。
頂上ではチャントを聴きながらサンライズを見ることが出来て素晴らしい経験でした。

The tour was amazing, allowing us to experience the sunset from the summit, along with the moon, Mickey Mouse, Jupiter, Saturn, and many stars in the night sky. I think it's a must-do tour when you visit Maui.

山頂からのサンセットから月面のミッキーマウスや木星、土星など沢山の星空を経験出来るツアーで最高でした。マウイ島に来たら、是非行くべきツアーだと思います。

If you dont get the parking pass it’s worth to book the tour.
The guide was amazing and knowledgeable.
He shared many deep facts about the place, showed us variety of flowers and plants and shared interesting facts about them.
He stopped at other view points on the way while coming back.
The breakfast place they stopped was level up and the breakfast was very good.
I surely recommend to book the tour.
Thank you for we got an opportunity to view this mesmerizing view by booking last minute.

It was truly a wonderful and memorable trip. I couldn't believe we could drive up to over 3,000 meters! I felt that our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, who must have climbed Haleakalā many times before, was giving his all to entertain us each time. He explained the climate, weather, and history with professional knowledge, mixing in entertainment elements so that even a novice like me could understand.

It was a half-day that never got boring. The choice of background music was also lovely, adding to the extraordinary atmosphere and making the long drive feel engaging rather than dull. To be able to see the stripes of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn—it's a cliché, but it really makes you feel how vast the world is.

本当に素晴らしく、想い出に残る旅となりました。
標高3,000m以上のところまで車で上がれるとは！ガイドの山内さんは、これまで何度となく登っているはずのハレアカラなのに、毎回全力で楽しませて下さっているのだろうと感じました。気候、気象、歴史などプロフェッショナルの知識に私のような素人にもわかりやすいようエンタメ目線も交えて説明してくれました。
飽きることのない半日でした。非日常のシーンにふさわしいBGMのチョイスも素敵で、長い車移動の時間を無味乾燥なものにさせない気遣いも感じました。
木星の縞模様、土星の輪を見ることができるなんて。月並みですが、世界は広いなぁと感じます。

We were able to see a wonderful sunrise from the sea of clouds. There were about 15 buses that had arrived, and since we got there around the middle, the front row was already taken. Although we left in the middle of the night, I wish we could have departed earlier. It was a bit disappointing that we had to bring our own winter gear, which made our luggage bulky.

雲海からのステキな御来光が臨めました。
バスが15台程登頂していて、真ん中位の到着だったので最前列は埋まっており、深夜の出発でしたがもっと早く出発できればよかったです。
防寒具が持参のため、荷物がかさばった点が残念でした。

I was worried about the late-night departure, the traffic near the toll booth, and whether we would make it in time for the sunrise, but the experience was so wonderful that it brought me to tears. I'm glad I signed up for the sunrise tour. The chant (prayers and gratitude recited in Hawaiian) was also great.

夜中の出発、料金所付近の渋滞、日の出に間に合うか　心配でしたが、こんなに素敵な体感　涙が出ました　日の出ツアー　申し込んでよかった
チャント（祈りや感謝ｔシャツをハワイ語で唱える）も　よかった

We were picked up at our resort within one minute of the scheduled time in a brand new very comfortable tour bus and the guide Henry immediately set a wonderful tone for the tour. Our entire time together his comedic delivery was flawless but he mixes it with very interesting facts about Maui history and culture which really kept our interest. His content and delivery was perfect and completed the tour rather than overpowered it; a perfect mix.

The tour stops were excellent in timing and again, Henry's information really made the difference. Of course, once we got towards the top his focus was on safety but not overpowering. He's also an excellent photographer!

The scenery of the tour by itself is breathtaking but combined with Henry's expertise it was truly memorable.

This is the number one optional tour I've participated in so far! The guide, Yamapi, really conveyed his desire for the participants to enjoy themselves, and I was moved by his hospitality. I believe this is a tour he has done many times, but I felt he delivered the best performance every time. I think that's truly amazing.

Haleakalā has an elevation similar to that of Mount Fuji, so I was a bit worried about altitude sickness, but we ascended the mountain by car with breaks along the way, which minimized the physical strain, and I had no problems at all.

The sunset viewed from the grand panorama, the shadow of the Earth, and the starry sky were beyond what can be captured in photos; the scenery I saw with my own eyes is something I will never forget for the rest of my life.

After stargazing, I felt my heart was cleansed while listening to Yamapi's stories over a warm cup of tea. Since this trip was a turning point in my life, it resonated deeply with me, and I felt motivated to keep moving forward.

Considering the history of the stars, I want to live my life to the fullest without regrets, even if it's just for the blink of an eye! I hope to bring my family here someday. Thank you so much, Yamapi!

今まで参加したオプショナルツアーの中でNo.1です！
ガイドの山ピーさんが、参加者に楽しんでもらいたいと思う気持ちが伝わってきて、そのホスピタリティにも感動しました。きっと何回も行っているツアーだと思いますが、毎回最高のパフォーマンスをされているのだなと感じました。本当にすごいことだと思います。
ハレアカラは富士山とさほど変わらない標高で、高山病なと少し心配もしていましたが、少しずつ休憩しながら車で山を上がっていくので、体の負担も最小限で、全く問題なかったです。
大パノラマで見るサンセット、地球の影、満点の星空、写真では伝えるには限界があるほど、自分の目でみた景色は、これから一生忘れることはないと思います。
スターゲイジングの後に、温かいお茶を飲みながら、山ピーさんのお話を聞いて、心が洗われた気持ちになりました。人生の分岐点での旅だったので、ぐっと刺さるものがあり、また前を向いて頑張っていこうと思えました。
星の歴史からすると、瞬き3回ほどの人生を精一杯、悔いなく生きたいと思います！
いつか家族を連れて、またここに来たいです。
山ピーさん、本当にありがとうございました！

When I came to Maui, my friend told me that I should definitely experience the sunrise at Haleakalā, so I joined the tour, and it was a great decision. The guide who took us to the summit was a local and explained everything in English. Most of the participants were Americans, so if you're not confident in your English, you might feel anxious, but there weren't really any situations where English was necessary, so you can rest assured. Since it was summer in June, it wasn't too cold, so if I want to join again, I would prefer to do it during this time. It was also great that we stopped at various viewpoints on the way down. The attached photo was taken at one of these viewpoints.

マウイ島に来たらハレアカラ山のサンライズを必ず経験すべきだと友人から言われたので参加しましたが、大正解でした。山頂まで案内するガイドさんは現地の方でずっと英語で説明されてましたしツアーに参加されたのはほぼアメリカの方だったので英語が苦手な方だと不安になると思いますが、英語が必要な場面は特になかったのでご安心を。６月の夏だったからかそこまで寒くなかったので、今度また参加したい場合もこちらの時期にしたいと思いました。
下山するときにいろんな展望スポットに寄ったのもすごく良かったです。添付した写真はこの展望スポットで撮りました。

It was my first time going to the Haleakalā sunset, and I was very moved by the sunset.

The guide only spoke English, so there were a few parts that were a bit difficult to understand, but I enjoyed it without any problems.

The food was delicious.

I think it would have been even better if I had done more research beforehand.

ハレアカラ サンセットに行くのは初めてでしたので、
その夕陽はとても感動しました。

ガイドさんが英語オンリーでしたので、ちょっと分かりにくい
ところもありましたが、問題なく楽しめました。

食事も美味しかったです。

事前に自分で下調べしたらもっとよかったかと思いました。

This tour is fantastic. We enjoyed every minut from start to the end. Beautiful views and the best guide ever.

It was a very nice tour. We realy recommend it for everyone.

Star Tour

Beautiful sunset, earth blue, and a starry sky! (It was close to a new moon) It was a very satisfying tour! Since it was a tour where we could move around by car, it was fine not to wear trekking shoes. I didn't imagine it would get that cold, but even with a shirt, hoodie, ultra-light down jacket, fleece-lined tights, a stole, the jacket I borrowed, gloves, and a blanket, I still felt cold. They mentioned it was good that there was no wind, but if you don't need it, you can leave everything in the car, so if you're sensitive to the cold, it's better to bring some extra layers. You can take really beautiful photos with a DSLR or mirrorless camera!

Since it's a natural experience, I can't guarantee the conditions will be perfect, but if you're going to Maui, I think this is a tour you absolutely should participate in. I definitely want to come back again.

星ツアー

綺麗な夕焼け、アースブルー、満点の星空！(新月に近かったため)大満足のツアーでした！
車で全て移動できるツアーなのでトレッキングシューズじゃなくても大丈夫でした。
そこまで寒くなることを想像できずにいましたが、シャツ、パーカー、ウルトラライトダウン、裏起毛のタイツ、ストール、お借りしたジャケットに手袋、毛布でも寒さを感じました。風がなくてまだよかったとの話でしたが、いらなければ車に全て置いておけるので寒いのが苦手な方は持って行った方がいいです。
一眼やミラーレスだと本当に綺麗な写真が撮れます！

自然のことなので、コンディション良くしっかり見られるかわかりませんが、マウイ島へ行くのであれば、絶対に参加すべきツアーだと思いました。また絶対に来たいです。