Reviewed by: Antonio Solano
Great trip , wonderful views and time
Nellie great driver makes a very special experience
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/20 |
Reviewed by: みーちゃん
I have seen a few hula shows, but the luau show at the Marriott had seats that were close to the stage and directly in front, which was wonderful! There were about 300 to 400 audience members, and we were the only two Japanese people there, but it was a lovely night show.
何度かフラショーは観ていますがマリオットでのルアウショーは座席が舞台に近く真正面で素敵でした!
観客は300~400名程度で日本人は私たち2名だけでしたが
素敵なナイトショーでした。
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| Packages: | プレミアム席(3コースメニュー) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/05 |
Reviewed by: California Mark
Classic and Classy. A must do on your list with spectacular beach side venue with perfect sunset view.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
Fabulous Show! Everyone was so nice and went out of their way for our special occasion
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| Packages: | General Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/28 |
Reviewed by: Scott J.
If you haven't had the chance to view the sunset at Haleakala it is worth the trip.. allowing someone else to drive while you sit back and relax, is the way to go. the Dinner was ok, My wife ate the vegetarian fare and passed on most of it. The driver was great, full of knowledge and passed it freely. Its nice to know some the history of Maui..
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Anonymous
This is a must do. There is nothing like it. You are picked up early but it is well worth it. Once you get up to the summit and watch that breathtaking sunrise and view, you will not regret it. Our tour guide,Gary was fantastic.He was very knowledgeable. The morning ended with a delicious breakfast. Glad we didn't miss this experience!
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/11 |
Reviewed by: ももまろ
There were only Japanese people, and when I had breakfast with them, a white person made a really unpleasant face at me (maybe they didn't want to eat with me), which made me feel very uncomfortable. I wonder if I should have skipped breakfast... I don't want to participate anymore.
日本人が私たちしかおらず、一緒に朝食を取ったとき白人の人にすごく嫌な顔をされてしまい(一緒にたべたくなかったのか)とっても嫌な気分でした。朝食はいらなかったかな・・・。もう参加したくないです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Susanna
Well organised trip to Haleakala. Good drivers with their commentary. Would have liked a little more information about the volcano and the island, nothing that Google can't answer though, so that's alright. The dinner was ok.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/19 |
Reviewed by: カイト
We participated as a couple. There were about 20 people, and everyone else was a foreigner. The guide was English-speaking and provided a fun and polite tour with humor. Our listening skills were low, and there were many things we couldn't understand, but it wasn't a big problem. The sunrise was beautiful, and we were moved by it.
夫婦で参加しました。20人ほどで他は全員外国人でした。ガイドさんは英語で、ユーモアを交えて楽しく丁寧にガイドしてくれていました。こちらのリスニング力が低く、理解できないことも多かったですが、大きな問題はありませんでした。サンライズは綺麗に拝めて感動しました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/27 |
Reviewed by: DLG - Norman, OK
This was the 2nd time I seen this Luau, and I must say that it was just as beautiful as the first time. I highly recommend this luau to anyone even if you have seen others. I was able to get there early enough to see the pig get unveiled and walk around the amazing area. Every person there from serving food/drinks to greeters are extremely polite and always smiling. This was a perfect night!
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Linda Mathias
We didn't get to see the sunrise due to the weather, but our bus driver was informative and kept us warm with hot coffee, hot chocolate or hot tea. It was still worth going! The breakfast was fantastic!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/01 |
Reviewed by: Emi
I participated in November 2015. Although the weather was good, at the moment of sunrise, clouds covered the sun, so I couldn't see the best view. However, the scenery from the summit was very magical and made for a great memory. Since you wait outside for over an hour for the sunrise, you need winter clothing similar to what you would wear in Japan's mid-winter.
2015年11月に参加、天気は良かったものの、日の出の瞬間、太陽に雲がかかっており最高の景色は見れませんでしたが、山頂からの眺めは非常に幻想的でよい記念になりました。外で1時間以上日の出を待ちますので、日本の真冬と同じ防寒グッズが必要です。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/11 |
Reviewed by: Jeff P
This was the best Laua I have been to in 50 years. The setting was very romantic, the people were attentive, the drinks were freshly made and the food was terrific! We had plenty of room at our table to eat and watch the amazing show. The food was prepared in the traditional Hawaiin style and tasted delicious. The pre-show was fun and educational. I'll be back!
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/06 |
Reviewed by: Linda
Despite getting up a dark o'clock, this trip is worth doing. The sunrise is spectacular and the pictures you get are just wonderful. The guide was excellent and cheerful from the start at 2 am! Breakfast is good too and you are awake for it. Recommend you do this one when you visit Maui.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Linda
The evening was very enjoyable for me. The food was interesting as well as the deserts. The ambience was beautiful. The show was very well put together.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Matt
Upon arrival we were greeted with the lei. It was a great way to kick off our vacation. My wife was very surprised and I would use the service again.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Suzi
First time at a Luau and it was very well run. Wish we could do this again! Recommend Old Lahaina Luau. Very nice time!
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Golfgirl
I wanted to visit Haleakalā and Iao Valley, so I decided on this tour after comparing the cost-performance with other companies. One reason I chose this tour is that, unlike many tours where you view Iao Valley from the bus without getting off, this one allows you to get out and see it up close.
The driver was full of humor and provided clear explanations, and I was satisfied with the tour overall. However, I would like to mention three points for your reference:
1. At the summit of Haleakalā, the time was limited to 30 minutes, and the round trip from the parking lot to the rocky area was quite rushed, leaving no time to soak in the spiritual atmosphere.
2. The view of the waterfall flowing from the mountain in photos of Iao Valley was different from what I experienced. It seems to depend on the season, but at the end of August, I couldn't see the waterfall. However, it was pleasant to walk through the valley with flowing clear water and the refreshing negative ions.
3. The Italian restaurant where we had lunch was really delicious! Additionally, the surrounding shops were fun to explore for local clothing and accessories. There are also a grocery store and a popular local bakery, so I recommend finishing lunch early to allow time for shopping.
ハレアカラ、イアオ渓谷は行ってみたいポイントだったので、他社とコスパ比較した上で当ツアーに決めました。イアオ渓谷は、バスから降りずに車窓越しに見るツアーが多い中で、こちらは降りて見る事が出来るのも選んだもう一つの理由です。
ドライバーもユーモアたっぷりでわかりやすく説明してくれましたし、ツアー自体は満足していますが、3点ほどご紹介したい点があったので参照ください。
1.ハレアカラ頂上付近では30分と限られた時間で、駐車場から岩場を登り頂上までの往復はかなり慌ただしくスピリチャアルな余韻に浸る間もありませんでした。
2.イアオ渓谷は、写真で見る山から滝が流れている光景とは異なりました。時期によるそうですが、8末時期は滝は見れませんでした。流れる清水を見れるし、マイナスイオン漂う渓谷中を散歩するのは心地よかったです。
3.ランチを頂いたイタリアンレストランはすごく美味しかったです!加え周りのショップはローカルの洋服、アクセサリー等見るのに楽しかったです。グロッサリーストアや地元て人気のベーカリーショップがあるので早めにランチを切り上げ、お買い物時間にあてるのをおすすめします。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: phyllis
Overall, well organized and professional. Nellie our guide was amazing and took great photos for all of us. Highly recommended.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/27 |
Reviewed by: マミ。
When I went to Maui, I definitely wanted to see the sunrise at Haleakalā, so I joined this tour! And I got to see the most amazing sunrise!! The tour was a simple one with transportation and breakfast included, but I enjoyed it enough. Just be aware that it doesn't include any warm clothing, so please prepare that yourself. Also, everyone except us was foreign.
マウイ島に行ったら、絶対にハレアカラの朝日を観たいと思ってこのツアーに参加しました!
そして、最高の朝日が拝めました!!
ツアーとしては、送迎と朝ご飯付きの簡単なツアーでしたが充分楽しめました。防寒具とかも何もついてないので
ご自身で用意して下さい。あと私達以外は全員、外人でした
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
No one likes being pick up at 3am for a tour, but Rory made it worth it! He was pleasant, cracking jokes, and really knew the history of Maui and Mt. Haleakala. I would highly suggest this tour to couples. Bring warm clothes, not just a sweatshirt!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/19 |
Reviewed by: Linda
An awesome experience for the entire family. Our pilot was exceptional as were the views from above,,
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/28 |
Reviewed by: JAK
Wonderful way to spend a few hours; the displays & sea life are awesome, the grounds beautifully maintained. Perfect for families; the young and the older will be delighted.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. Maui Ocean Center would like to say "Mahalo" for visiting us during your Maui vacation.
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| Packages: | One-Day Pass |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/05 |
Reviewed by: Karen
We had the best time. So much to see and do.
First time visiting the Ocean center, we did lunch as well. Food was excellent
Aloha Happy Campers,
So glad to hear that you had a nice time at Maui Ocean Center. Thank you for your review.
Best fishes,
Sue
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| Packages: | One-Day Pass with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Meredith
I would not spend my money on this again. So many fun things to do and so many opportunities to have treats on trio - just not that special. My kids did not care at all - I was suprised. Thought they would be thrilled. Very lackluster
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/17 |
Reviewed by: JPCamper
This was our second time attending the luau at the Sheraton and it was excellent once again. The entire luau is run efficiently and the food and entertainment are top-notch. While waiting for the food, you can participate in some ancient Hawaiian and Polynesian games and then you get to witness the unveiling of the kalua pig from the imu.
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| Packages: | Premium Seating & VIP Experience |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Wilson
The Lei Greeting was very nice, but was expecting a beautiful lady to do it. From the time we have done this in the past it was always a beautiful lady putting the Lei around our necks. My nephew was very disappointed, but other wise very nice. Thank you for the wonderful service. It makes the trip to paradise worth it.
Aloha! Thank you for taking the time to reply to us! We do apologize for not having a female do the lei greeting. As you are aware now, we do have both men and women greeters as it is not gender-locked. Should you have a lei greeting in the future, please indicate it in the Special Instructions, and we will do our best to accommodate. We appreciate your wonderful review, and we hope you had a wonderful time on our islands! Mahalo! -- Jesse I.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/16 |
Reviewed by: JIRU
I searched for a Japanese-guided tour with Sunrise Tours but couldn't find one, so I thought, "Well, anything I can see with an English guide is fine!" and decided to join this tour.
I was nervous about the reconfirmation once I arrived, but I completely replaced the instructions from Veltra on "how to reconfirm in English" with my own and managed to get through it successfully!
We were picked up at 2:20 AM and boarded a shared bus, listening to the guide talk about what I believe was the history of Hawaii as we headed to the summit. The other foreign passengers were surprisingly underdressed, but some started to bundle up as we gained altitude.
When we reached the visitor center near the summit and got off the bus, the strong wind was so intense that it felt like we could be blown away. It was hard to even catch my breath. Despite this, we made it to the viewpoint and waited there, enduring the cold and wind in the dark. Slowly, an orange light began to appear. The sun rose very gradually, coloring the clouds in a way I had never seen before. The moment the sunlight broke through, the locals began to sing. A truly sacred and majestic atmosphere filled the air. It was an emotional experience that I will never forget.
After watching the sunrise, we went to the summit and enjoyed the view from there. It was a 360-degree panorama. It wasn't the panorama of buildings seen from Tokyo's Tokyo Skytree, but a breathtaking natural panorama! I learned that the silver sword plant only blooms once every 20 years, but there were many in bloom.
It might have been better if I understood English more, but I managed to get by with a basic understanding. I definitely plan to participate again the next time I visit Maui.
サンライズツアーで日本語ガイドのツアーを探しましたが見つからず、まぁ英語ガイドでも見られるものは一緒!と思ってこのツアーに参加しました。
現地に着いてからのリコンファームからドキドキでしたが、ベルトラさんの「英語でのリコンファームの仕方」をまるまるそっくり自分に置き換えて伝え、無事にクリアできました!
早朝2:20ピックアップで混載バスに乗りガイドさんのたぶんハワイの歴史と思われる話を聞きながら山頂に向かいました。同乗の外人さんたちはびっくりするはどの薄着でしたが、高度が上がるにつれて着膨れしていく方もいました。
山頂付近のビジターセンターまで上がりバスを降りるとガイドさんもびっくりするほどの強い風で吹き飛ばされるほどでした。息を吸うのもやっとな感じです。そんな中ビューポイントまでやってきてそこで待機。じーっと寒さと風に耐えながら真っ暗な中待っているとオレンジ色の光がうっすらさしてきます。本当にゆっくりゆっくり日が昇っていき雲を染めていきます。本当に今までに見たことのない光景です。太陽の光が差した瞬間現地の方達が歌い始めます。本当に神聖な荘厳な空気があたりに満ちました。感動的な体験で一生忘れないと思います。
サンライズを見た後は山頂まで行き、そこからの展望を楽しみました。360度の大パノラマです。東京の◯◯ツリーから見る建物のパノラマでなく、自然のパノラマにも感動!高山植物の銀剣草も20年に1度しか花を咲かせないそうですがたーくさん咲いていました。
英語がもっとわかればもっとよかったかもしれないけれど、なんとなくわかる程度でも大丈夫。また今度マウイに行った時には是非参加しようと思いました。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/30 |
Reviewed by: Honeymooner
Our driver Rory was absolutely wonderful. He was very energetic and informative. The breakfast after the sunrise was also very good with huge portion sizes.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/22 |
Reviewed by: 20 yr anniversary
Luau was great, show was wonderful, however we paid for VIP seating & didn't get the front seats as expected but was sat with people that paid just for the luau so why did I pay 25.00 extra per person to get the better seats. All was great except seating. Food was good & drinks was good except you had to get your own when it stated in the VIP tickets they bring you the drinks you ordered. Overall would go again but not pay for VIP seating.
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| Packages: | VIP Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/23 |
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Aloha Matt! Thank you for that wonderful review! We take pride in our services to make sure every guest is shown our genuine Hawaiian hospitality. We hope you enjoyed your visit, and we look forward to having the opportunity again to serve you in the future.
Mahalo Nui Loa! -- Jesse I.