Reviewed by: Anirudh
We had a great time in the sunset and stargazing tour. The tour operator Yamauchi-San was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. He promptly picked us up at the scheduled time. He was very engaging with the whole group and provided us with donuts and water at the start of the trip. He ensured that the group got gradually acclimated to the altitude by stopping at couple of places on the way. Once we reached the summit he took us to a place that had a very clear view of the setting sun. Then during the stargazing part of the tour he showed us several stars and star clusters through the telescope and binoculars. Also since it was a full moon we also got a good view of the moon and it’s craters through the telescope. Overall we enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to others.
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset with West Maui Hotel Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/13 |
Reviewed by: Grace and Drew
We had the best tour ever! We ended up being the only two on the tour and it was amazing. He even stopped and got us some donuts. We saw the best sunset and so many stars. Yoshi showed us all the different stars and the milky way on the telescope. He also took plenty of pictures of us and let me just say he is an amazing photographer. Would love to go again.
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/27 |
Reviewed by: Lindalim
Yoshi is amazing! He is very thoughtful and came prepared. I went to Haleakala for sunset and then went for stargazing. He is very knowledgeable and explained a lot about stars to us using laser & telescope. He gave us donut, tea, blanket, gloves, jacket, and candy. It was amazing!!! He is very kind and friendly. I definitely recommended him to everyone.
Ps: Thank you, Yoshi!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/25 |
Reviewed by: Roxanne
This tour is absolutely worth it! Yoshi is tour owner and tour guide with over 20 yrs experience! His tour is perfect for those who don’t want to drive up for their first time in the dark and windy road (like the other tour). Everything was provided as described- and the arctic jackets were a must have because it was freezing and windy! Loved the hot tea provided too! Yoshi is super knowledgeable about the stars and with his telescopes we were able to see the beautiful stars. Oh and the sunset was absolutely terrific too! Definitely worth taking this tour!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Pete
Beautiful! Waterfalls, incredible coastline views, bamboo forests, complimentary banana bread, local food stands, and much more! But the best was our guide Kea. Impressive knowledge of all the attractions combined with his passionate understanding of Hawaiian history and culture; he was a great guide! We came away with so much more than we had planned on!
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| Packages: | 8-Hour Taste of Hana Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Susan E.
Yoshi was amazing! He was warm, friendly and knowledgeable about the start and area. We had a great time!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/04/09 |
Reviewed by: Shooee
Yamauchi-san's tour was absolutely amazing. He was so courteous and professional. He also took so many good, creative pictures of us and he is very talented. We enjoyed his company and tour. It ended up being the most favorite activity during our entire trip. Who knew an astronomy tour could be so fascinating? A must-go tour in Maui!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/29 |
Reviewed by: :))
Aren’t enough words to describe how wonderful the experience was!!! The most beautiful sunset and stars I will ever experience! I would highly recommend to EVERYONE!!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Carlos E
Excelent tour, the guide (Gustavo) was very nice, really complete tour, I really recommend it.
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| Packages: | Daytime Haleakala Crater Nature Walk & Iao Valley Sightseeing Tour (8 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Liz
We booked a private Road to Hana Tour with Hola Hola tour group. Mauana was absolutely the most awesome guide! He was a gentleman, funny and full of knowledge regarding the history and culture of Hawaii. By the end of the day, we embraced him as family. It was worth every dollar to book this tour!
Hi Liz! Thank you so much for your awesome review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and favorite pictures. We love Mana too! He is an amazing guide - full of knowledge and humor. We are so grateful to have him as part of our team. We hope to meet again! Until then... take care! Aloha!
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| Packages: | 10-Hour Hana Bound Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Sam
We were fortunate enough to have had a new moon and clear sky up on Haleakalā back in September. We had breathtaking views of Milky Way, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, the Andromeda galaxy, and much more thanks to our amazing guide, Yoshi! Yoshi brought us a box of donuts and served us hot tea throughout the night. We were a bit fearful of driving down from the summit in the dark, but Yoshi led the way and made us feel very safe. This was easily one of our most memorable experiences during our visit to Maui and highly recommend it!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Maui! First you get to drive up 10k feet up Haleakala and view amazing landscapes, be above the clouds and then watch the sunset. Guide, Yoshi (not sure if spelling correctly) was amazing! Has been doing this tour for 20 years. Very laid back, knowledgeable, and offers up various spots for photos. He has very good equipment for star gazing. He sets everything up, provides winter jackets and even coffee and tea. We got to see Jupiter, Saturn, Venus, Andromeda galaxy and much more. Would recommend to anyone! We spent about 1 hour of the tour star gazing and other tours were already gone while we were still up there. Absolutely amazing!
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/12 |
Reviewed by: ALOHA
In August, my family of four participated. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were no other participants, just us. We received a notification that the weather on the scheduled day was deteriorating, so we had to change our arrival to the following day. Thanks to that, we were able to see a beautiful sunset.
During the stargazing afterward, it was very enjoyable to listen to Yamapi's explanations while looking at the surface of the moon. It was a bit disappointing that the full moon was too bright, making it hard to see the stars clearly, but we were able to feel the power of the moon!
It became the best memory of our time in Maui!
8月に家族4人で参加しました。コロナ禍という事もあり、他の参加者はおらず私達だけでした。予定していた日の天候が崩れると連絡を頂き、急きょ到着翌日へ変更となりました。おかげ様で美しいサンセットを見ることができました。
その後の星空観測では、ヤマピーさんの説明を聞きながら月の表面を見たりとても楽しかったです。満月が近く、月が明るすぎてあまりハッキリと星が見えなかったのが少し残念でしたが、月のパワーをもらえました!
マウイ島での最高の思い出になりました!
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| Packages: | 混載プラン<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/20 |
Reviewed by: CayJo
My wife and I had an amazing time on this private tour of the road to Hana. Ana did an amazing job and was super cool and friendly!! Got to hit a lot of the spots we wanted to see, including the bamboo forest, swimming in waterfalls, tidal pools, lunch and banana bread from Aunty Sandy's. Sampled some fresh guava off the the side of the road Awesome views. Also, Ana, loved talking movies and tv shows with you! Great times!!
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! Feedback like this makes our hearts sing!! Hana has so many amazing sights and experiences. Thank you for trusting us with your precious time on this part of the island! Perhaps we shall meet in the future... until then, take care!!
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| Packages: | 8-Hour Taste of Hana Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Amy3900
We had an amazing personalized tour of Maui driving through the Hana Road. Gus and AnnaLisa both provided a fantastic narrative of the beautiful island of Maui from the lush rain forest to the beach and circled entire island. Stopped at wonderful places for local banana bread to ice cream and BBQ lunch as well as local island coffee. Enjoyed hearing about Maui’s culture, history, plants and flowers. Not to mention the breathe tasting scenery with personalized photos. Very social distance friendly and felt completely safe throughout the tour. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!!! We really appreciate you taking the time and making the effort to share your thoughts with others. We are so grateful to have met. Both of us came home yesterday glowing from venturing with you. Mahalo for choosing us!!! We hope to meet again... warmest aloha
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| Packages: | 12-Hour All The Way Around (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Clint
Very unique experience not to be missed while traveling to Maui. Completely different from anything else on the island and I highly recommend it. Having a driver was great just so we can spend more time looking around and he knew several of the places to stop that we otherwise would have had no idea about. Also places do not stop, they were covered in tourist and other things. Our driver and the service did a great job.
Mahalo nui for your wonderful review! We appreciate you trusting us with your precious time on the island! Having a unique experience is our goal. We hope to meet again!
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| Packages: | 8-Hour Taste of Hana Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Tirupati
Most people do the sunrise, but I would have to argue the sunset tour lives up close to the the sunrise. The stargazing was amazingly clear on our tour! The guides know what to present and really give some awesome detail of the history of Haleakala. We had a 5 year old and she loved the experience of being so close to the night sky above. I would recommend dressing warm, for you may get hot when the sun is setting but won't regret it at night, it definitely gets cold up there!
Also, BRING FOOD. They are not lieing, it is a long night ahead of you and you will be definitely sad if you get hungry because not much is open once the tour is done.
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| Packages: | Maui All Stars Tour & Haleakala Sunset |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/18 |
Reviewed by: ららちゃん
This was the most moving tour I've ever experienced in my life! Choosing the sunset instead of the sunrise was definitely the right decision! I was able to fully enjoy the calm sky without any wind. I learned so much about the wonders of the starry world, and it felt like my family and I absorbed energy from Maui's nature. The next morning, we were all surprised to feel as if our hearts had been cleansed. I truly felt the power of this spot, and Haleakalā is my number one place I want to return to in Hawaii! I am filled with gratitude for our professional guide. Thank you so much!
こんな感動するツアーは今までの人生で初めてでした!サンライズではなくサンセットにして大正解!!風もなく穏やかな空を満喫することができました。星の世界の素晴らしさもたっぷり教えていただき、マウイの自然の中でエネルギーを吸収することができたのか、翌朝、家族全員が心が洗われたような感覚を持っていて驚きました。パワースポットのすごさを実感でき、
ハワイでまた戻って来たいと思う場所No1はハレアカラです!
プロフェッショナルガイドさんに感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。
本当にありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 混載プラン<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Janet and Rob
Gus was so knowledgeable and personable. The weather didn’t cooperate, we saw as much as we could and then he took us to see sea turtles on a local beach. Gus provided local snacks, bottled water, and a great Maui history lesson.
Hi Janet, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We appreciate you!! Wishing you a wonderful rest of your Hawaiian vacation and safe travels home. Warmest aloha, the Holo Holo Hui
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| Packages: | Daytime Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/01 |
Reviewed by: あっちゃん
It was definitely a tour I wanted to join when I went to Maui! The vehicle was a bit cramped, but I’m glad I participated.
マウイ島に行ったら絶対に参加したいツアーでした!
移動の車はちょっと狭かったけど、参加できてよかったです。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/26 |
Reviewed by: みっちゃん
I was thrilled to see the Milky Way for the first time in 40 years. The environment for stargazing was meticulously arranged with telescopes, reclining chairs for viewing, warm clothing, and explanations of the night sky, allowing for a comfortable experience. I would like to visit again in a different season to see different stars.
40年ぶりに見た天の川に感激しました。
2遠鏡、仰向けで見るためのチェアー、防寒具、星空の解説等、星を見るための環境を微に入り細に入り整えてあり、快適に星を鑑賞することができました。
季節を変えて、違う星を見るため再訪したいと思います。
Please come back anytime to see the stars in Maui. The planets you can see vary by season, so next time you can see Saturn starting in June. Jupiter is also highly recommended.
またいつでもマウイの星を見に来てください。季節によって見れる惑星も異なるので次回は6月から見れる土星。木星もお勧めになります。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/22 |
Reviewed by: T&K
First of all, I want to say that if you have the chance, don't hesitate to go! They take you gradually to help you acclimate to avoid altitude sickness, and along the way, they stop at supermarkets and souvenir shops to share recommendations.
A sunset above the clouds is something you rarely get to see. It was so moving that it wrapped me in silence and made me forget my daily life as time flowed slowly. After that, we were treated to a sky full of stars. The constellations were clearly visible, and countless stars spread across the sky. Fortunately, I even saw a shooting star. Unfortunately, I couldn't capture it on my phone, but the surprise of looking up is unforgettable. I recommend bringing a camera if you want to take photos.
And above all, the thoughtful care and entertaining, educational talk from our guide, Yama-P, were also highlights of this tour! Even though we were all strangers, we became friends. I finished the tour with a warm feeling and would love to go again.
まず初めに。
機会があるなら迷わず行ってください!と言いたいです。
高山病にならないように徐々に慣らしながら連れて行ってもらえる上、途中でスーパーやお土産屋さんに立ち寄ってオススメを教えてくれます♡
雲の上のサンセットなんて、そうそう見れるものではなく、静寂に包まれてゆっくりとした時間が流れ、日常を忘れさせてくれるほど感動しました。
その後は満点の星空。
クッキリと星座が見れ、無数の星が空いっぱいに広がります。ラッキーなことに流れ星も見えましたよ。
残念ながら携帯では撮れなかったですが、見上げたときの驚きは忘れられないです。
写真を撮りたい方はカメラ持参をお勧めします。
そして何より、ガイドの山Pの細やかな気遣いと面白く勉強になるトーク!これもまたこのツアーの醍醐味ですよ!
知らない方ばかりですが、みーんな仲良くなれます。温かい気持ちでツアーを終えました。
何度でも行きたいです。
Thank you for participating in the tour. We started with an orientation and a coffee and donut break (included in the tour), which allowed for interaction among all the participants. Eating a little donut can help prevent altitude sickness. After that, we will stop by a supermarket to shop for dinner sushi bento, and I will introduce various items you may have forgotten to buy. You will also have the opportunity to shop for recommended items at local prices in Hawaii. Please join us for the rest of the tour. Haha! We look forward to your next visit to Maui.
ツァー参加して頂き有難うございました。最初にオリエンテーリング兼コーヒードーナッツ休憩、(ツァーに含まれています) がありまして。ツァー参加の皆さんとの交流があります。少しのドーナッツでも食べておくと高山病予防になります。そのあとは夜の寿司弁当の買い物にスーパーに立ち寄りますので、忘れていたお買い物も色々ご紹介していきますので、それぞれが現地ハワイの地元価格でお勧めするお買い物もできます。あとの工程は是非ツァーに参加してくださいませ。笑 またゆっくりマウイに遊びに来てくださいね。お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/22 |
Reviewed by: ようこりん
I felt at ease participating in the tour with a Japanese guide. Since we were climbing over 3000 meters, we took breaks along the way to prevent altitude sickness, and the timing of the breaks was perfect; I felt completely fine. Once we rose above the clouds, the rain that had been falling stopped (which is expected since we were above the clouds), and the view was absolutely breathtaking. While I was taking photos, the sunset began. The moment the sun set was indescribable. After watching the sunset, we enjoyed stargazing with explanations. Yamapi's explanations were a bit fast, and I sometimes couldn't catch everything, but I was captivated by the stories. The discussions weren't just about the stars; they also touched on global issues, the future of the Earth, and the reality that dangerous things are likely to happen, which was sobering. Hearing about his personal experiences and his parents brought tears to my eyes. I found myself crying again during the background music in the car on the way back. It felt like the rigid parts of me had melted away. This tour really makes you reflect on important things. Yamapi is a wonderful entertainer. I hope many people get to participate in this tour.
日本語ガイドという事で安心して参加出来ました。
標高3000m以上登るので高山病予防のため、途中休憩を挟み山頂まで上がりましたが、休憩が絶妙で、全く大丈夫でした。雲の上に上がると降っていた雨もあがり(雲の上だから当然?)視界全てが絶景で、撮影している間に夕陽が落ちてきました。太陽が沈む瞬間は何とも言えない気持ちでした。夕陽を見た後は説明付きの星空鑑賞。やまぴーさんの説明は早口でたまに聞き取れなかったけど話に聞き入ってしまいました。星空の事だけでなく、世界の事、地球のこれから、危険な事は起きていくだろうという話は現実的で身が引き締まる思いになりました。ご自身の体験談、親御さんの事など…話を聞いていたら涙が溢れてきました。帰りの車内のBGMにまた涙が出て号泣。自分の中の凝り固まった部分が溶けたような感じでした。大切な事を考えさせてくれるツアーです。やまぴーさんは素晴らしいエンターテイナーです。沢山の方がこのツアーに参加されるといいなぁと思います。
Thank you for participating in the tour. There is a stunning sunset viewpoint a little away from the summit of Haleakalā, and I guide everyone there. It's a quiet spot with no one around, allowing you to slowly enjoy the sunset. Strangely, when I come here, various memories from my past come to mind like a revolving lantern, and I feel enveloped by the vastness of the Earth and the magnificent scenery. It makes me think that it's okay to take a detour in life. Please come back to Maui again.
ツアー参加頂き有難うございました。ハレアカラ山頂から少し動いた場所にサンセット絶景スポットがありまして、皆さんをご案内しています。人も居なくてゆっくりサンセットの沈む様子が眺められます。不思議なことにここに来ると今までの色々な日々が走馬灯の様に浮かび、地球の大きさと雄大な景色に包まれます。人生回り道してもいいのではと思ったりします。またマウイにいらしゃってくださいませ。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/08 |
Reviewed by: メロディー
While on the way to Haleakalā, they share various information about Maui, so it's a good idea to join early once you arrive on the island. Depending on the day's temperature and crowd levels, they consider where to go outside, take you to beautiful photo spots, and help you capture many wonderful pictures.
You can enjoy delicious bento, warm tea, sit in a chair with a blanket while watching the starry sky, and hear touching stories. It was, as expected, the best experience.
Next time, I want to join around the new moon.
ハレアカラに行くまでの車中でも、マウイ島のいろいろなことを教えてくれるので、マウイ島に着いたら早めに参加するといいです
その日の気温や込み具合によって外に出る場所を考えてくれたり、美しい撮影スポットに連れて行ってくれて、素敵な写真をたくさん撮っていただけるし、
美味しいお弁当、暖かいお茶、椅子に座って毛布を掛けて観る星空、心に染みるお話などなど、予想どおり最高の経験でした
今度は新月の頃にまた参加したいです
Thank you for participating in the tour. During the tour, we introduced the best aspects of Maui, including the latest restaurant information. Since the weather at Haleakalā changes daily, we adjust the shooting locations based on the time. Please come to Maui for a relaxing getaway again!
ツァー参加有難うございました。ツァー中に最新のレストラン事情などを含めベストなマウイの良いところを紹介しております。ハレアカラ山は毎日気象などが変わるため
撮影なども時間によって場所を変えております。またマウイに休養しに来てくださいね!
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/07 |
Reviewed by: ポルトマルガリータ
I was torn between choosing the sunset or the sunrise, and I decided on this tour with a Japanese guide. This was a great decision.
On the way to Haleakalā, we enjoyed various stories about Maui and were introduced to affordable and rare souvenirs, making the journey to the summit fly by without a dull moment.
Once we reached the summit, the seamless explanations continued, and we efficiently took photos in groups without missing the magic hour shutter opportunities.
During the stargazing, we were provided with chairs, gloves, blankets, and warm barley tea, which was greatly appreciated. It was amazing to clearly observe the lunar surface through a high-powered telescope!
Compared to a similar tour I participated in on the Big Island, the level of excitement was completely different. Listening to the guide, Mr. Yamauchi, share his heartfelt stories while gazing at the stars was a touching experience I hadn't had in a while. I hope this tour continues for as long as possible.
夕日にしようか、朝日にしようか迷い、日本語ガイドの当ツアーを選択。
これは大正解でした。
ハレアカラ到着までのマウイ島にまつわる四方山話、安価でレアなお土産の
紹介などもあり、飽きる事なくあっという間に山頂へ。
山頂へ着いてからもよどみない説明の合間に、マジック・アワーのシャッター
チャンスを逃すことなく参加グループ毎に手際よく写真撮影をしていただきました。
星空観測では椅子、手袋、毛布、そして温かい麦茶の提供、有難かったです。
高倍率の天体望遠鏡を通して、月面もはっきりと観測できるとは!
以前ハワイ島で同様のツアーに参加した時と比較すると、感動度合は全く異なりなした。星を眺めながらのガイド山内さんのお話も、久しぶりに聞いた心に染みる良いお話でした。これからも出来る限り、このツアーを続けて頂きたいです。
On this day, the moon was out, and I think the brightness of the moon somewhat diminished the stars. However, during the half-moon phase, the craters of the moon can be viewed at a distance that feels like you could land on them, which is another enjoyment. Please come again to see the sunset and starry sky at 3,000 meters. I look forward to our reunion.
この日は月が出ている日で、多少星が月の明るさで半減してしまったと思うのですが、半月の時は月のクレーターが着陸できるような距離で眺められるので、これもひとつの楽しみですね。また是非3000メートルの夕陽と星空を見に来てくださいませ。再会を楽しみにしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
Reviewed by: シニアPJ
You drive up from nearly sea level to the summit at about 3,000 meters. The sunset, with the changing colors of the sun and the clouds transforming in layers after sunset, is captivating and never gets boring. The starry sky afterward takes your breath away. The starry sky over Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's South Island was lovely, but due to the higher elevation, we enjoyed a cloudless sky that day, allowing us to take in a 360-degree view of the stars. The stories from our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, added to the enjoyment.
標高約3000メートルの頂上まで、海抜0メートル近くから車で上がっていきます。色を変えながら沈んでいく太陽、サンセット後の雲の色が幾重にも変化していく様は、飽きることなく眺められます。その後の満天の星も息をのみます。ニュージーランド南島のテカポ湖の星空も素敵でしたが、標高が高い分、この日は雲一つない状況でしたので、360度の星空を楽しめました。ガイドの山内さんの話も楽しみを倍加させます。
Thank you for joining the tour. One of the charms of Haleakalā is that it takes about an hour and a half to reach the summit from the base. There is a limit of 11 participants per day, five days a week, as set by the national park, so we recommend making your reservation early. The summit can be cold, so we have warm clothing, blankets, and hot tea available, so please feel free to join us with peace of mind. We look forward to seeing you again in Maui.
ツァーにご参加有難うございます。山頂までは下から1時間半で上がれるのもハレアカラの魅力かと思います。人数制限が一日11名週に5日と国立公園から定められておりますのでお早めの予約をお勧め致します。山頂は寒いので防寒着、毛布、温かいお茶なども用意してありますので、安心してご参加くださいませ。またのマウイ再会を楽しみにしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: Tak
I am a technical salaryman.
I was moved to tears by the wonderful scenery and Yamapi's deep explanation of the starry sky.
I had been feeling down lately from working so hard every day, but seeing such a magnificent and beautiful sunset and starry sky made my daily negatives feel small and I couldn't help but laugh.
And in the end, tears streamed down my cheeks...
It would not be an exaggeration to say it was the best experience.
技術系サラリーマンのオッサンです。
素晴らしい景色、ヤマピーさんの深い星空解説で泣きました。
毎日毎日擦り切れるほど働かされてここのところ滅入っていましたが、
こんなにも雄大で美しいサンセットと星空を見てしまうと、
日々のネガティブなことが小さく感じて笑えてしまいました。
そして最後には頬を伝わる涙...
最高の体験であったと言っても過言ではありません。
I am grateful for the time we could share that brought us some peace of mind. The starry sky at Haleakalā has a magical way of making the heart feel neutral, which is quite mysterious. I look forward to our next reunion in Maui.
少しでも心安らげる時間が共有できたことに感謝です。ハレアカラの星空は心がマジックの様にュートラルにしてくれるので、不思議です。
次のマウイ再会を楽しみにしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/02 |
Reviewed by: つやん
This is a tour guided by "Yamapy-san," whom I had been watching on a certain TV program for several years! The excitement began the moment they picked us up at the hotel! It was indeed a popular tour, and the bus was full, with some participants joining for the second time.
We enjoyed watching the sunset from the summit of Haleakalā, and we were able to take wonderful photos! The stargazing experience allowed us to glimpse Yamapy-san's life and character, and I found myself in tears while gazing at the stars. I felt it was something to share with a loved one.
The "Pineapple Snow" chocolate I bought at the Kula Marketplace we stopped at during the tour was incredibly delicious! Yamapy-san provided detailed recommendations for shops and souvenirs, which were very helpful.
On the way back, soothing music played on the bus. After experiencing various thoughtful touches and hospitality, I returned to the hotel with a warm feeling in my heart.
数年前から某テレビ番組で拝見していた『ヤマピーさん』案内によるツアーです!!ホテルにお迎えに来ていただいた時からワクワクの始まり!やはり人気のツアーでバスは満席、二回目の参加という方もいました。
ハレアカラ山頂での夕日鑑賞、素敵な写真を撮っていただきました!!
星空観測はヤマピーさんの人生やお人柄も垣間見え、星空を眺めながら涙がこぼれました。大切な人と来るべきだと思いました。
このツアーの途中で立ち寄るクラマーケットプレイスで買った『パイナップルスノー』というチョコレートはとってもおいしかったです!!
ヤマピーさんがお勧めのお店やお土産などを詳しく教えてくれたので大変参考になりました。
帰りのバスの中では心に沁みる音楽が流れていました。色々な演出やおもてなしを受けて温かい気持ちでホテルに帰りました。
Thank you for participating in the stargazing tour! We aim to create a warm and memorable experience that everyone can enjoy. The music playing in the vehicle consists of classic hits that remind me of my age. Haha! I look forward to seeing you again in Maui.
星空ツァー参加有難うございました!皆さんが楽しめ思い出に残る心温まるツァーを目指します。
車内で流れる音楽は昔懐かしい自分の年齢がわかってしまう名曲の数々です。笑
また是非マウイでお目にかかれるのを楽しみにしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Tsunopy
It was the rainy season, and with the cloudy weather, I had almost given up on seeing the sunset and the starry sky, but I was able to enjoy both during the breaks in the clouds. Unfortunately, it wasn't a completely clear starry sky, but even with all the haze, I could see some stars, which made me think how beautiful the sky must be when the weather is good. I definitely want to come back for a revenge trip.
The guide quickly showed us the stars through a telescope, along with easy-to-understand explanations, and shared various experiences, reminding us that we are all the same Earthlings in this vast universe. The guide had previously been a manager for a super BIG band! During the trip, he didn't mention anything about that, but on the way back, my husband wondered if the participant who was chatting with the guide might be a band member. When we arrived at the hotel, he asked the guide, and it turned out to be true! Thank you for such a valuable experience.
雨季でしたし、曇り空の行程に、半ばサンセット&星空を諦めていましたが、雲が途切れる合間にどちらも楽しむことが出来ました。
残念ながら満天の星空とはいきませんでしたが、あれだけガスが出ていても星が見えましたので、お天気が良ければさぞかし美しい星空なんだろうな~と思い眺めていました。いずれ必ずリベンジしたいと思います。
僅かな雲の切れ間から見えた星々を、判り易い解説とともに望遠鏡で手早く見せて頂けたこと、壮大な宇宙の中ではみんな同じ地球人であることなど、様々な経験をされてこられたガイドさんのお話しは、楽しくまた学びのある内容でした。かつて超BIGなバンドのマネージャーをされていたというガイドさん!行程中のお話しでは一切そういった内容には触れられていなかったのですが、帰りの車中で”ガイドさんと仲良くお話しをされてる参加者の方は、もしかしてバンドメンバーの方?”と思った主人が、ホテル到着の際ガイドさんに伺ったところ判明!!!とても貴重な体験をさせて頂きありがとうございました。
I apologize for not being able to introduce everything until the end. This time, amidst a busy schedule, the couple came to Maui to enjoy golf and the starry sky. We have been in touch for over 40 years, and I believe they will continue to thrive as Japan's strongest band!
最後までご紹介出来なくて申し訳ありませんでした。今回忙しいスケジュールの中でマウイにゴルフと星空を見にご夫妻で来て頂きました。もう40年以上のお付き合いをさせて
頂いていて、これからも日本の最強バンドとして活躍されると思います!!
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/31 |
Reviewed by: penchan
Three years ago, I visited during the day, but this time my wife wanted to enjoy the night view and stargazing, which was beautiful.
The pickup at the hotel in Ka'anapali was at 2:30 PM. The well-known Yamapi from Japanese TV came directly to pick us up and, before heading to the meeting point at the shop, he drove us through the town of Lahaina, introducing the shop and various attractions along the way.
At the meeting point, we joined a family from the south, and the six of us first went to a supermarket to buy takeout sushi packs. We also purchased some bargain bottled snacks for souvenirs, and then we finally drove towards the entrance to Haleakalā.
To prevent altitude sickness, we made three restroom stops along the way. After passing through the entrance checkpoint, our guide Yamapi, who has climbed this mountain countless times, drove safely. About ten minutes before sunset, we parked in a crowded parking lot below the summit, which is used by the tour company, and waited for the sunset while enjoying the view. Gradually, the sun disappeared below the horizon, and even after it had completely set, the pale blue night sky spread out in a fantastical array of colors. Such a vast sky is something you can never see in Japan; it’s a grandeur that can only be experienced here.
After the sun went down, Yamapi truly shined with his stargazing expertise. Having been a member of the astronomy club during his student days, he shared an abundance of knowledge about celestial observations. Other tours might just end with looking at the stars, but we used a GPS telescope to observe various stars and even the craters on the moon. The stargazing concluded with warm tea and warm clothing provided, allowing us to enjoy the chilly summit comfortably.
We returned to the hotel in Ka'anapali just after 10 PM. Thank you so much, Yamapi; we truly enjoyed our night in Maui. The sunset and stargazing tour is dependent on the weather, and we were fortunate tonight. I believe this is a must-do tour when visiting Maui. It was a wonderful experience.
三年前に訪れたのは日中 今回は家内が大好きな夜景と星空観察 綺麗でした。
カーナパリのホテルのピックアップは14時30分 日本の番組でもお馴染みヤマピーさんが直接ピックアップに来られ集合場所であるショップに寄る前にラハイナの街をドライブしながらショップの紹介やら見所を紹介していただいた。
集合場所のショップで南からのご家族と合流 6人でまずはスーパーへテイクアウトの寿司パックを購入 その他 お土産用のバーゲン品の瓶詰めスナックを購入しいよいよハレアカラの入山道へと車を走らせます
高山病予防のために3ヶ所のトイレストップを挟みながらどんどん車は進みます。
入山チェックのゲートを通過 どれ程の回数登っているか数えきれないほどの回数をこなしたヤマピーガイドが安全に車を走らせます 日の入り10分ほど前にこみあう山頂駐車場の一段した ツアー会社の面々が使う駐車場+サンセットポイントに車を停め夕日を眺めながらサンセットを待ちます やがて太陽がその姿を少しずつ下へと姿を消していきます 完全に陽が落ちたあとも淡いブルーの夜空が幻想的な色合いで広がる広大な姿を見せてくれます こんな広い空 日本じゃ絶対見られない ここでしか見れない広大さ 陽が落ちたあとはヤマピーさんの真骨頂 星空観察 学生時代天文部に在籍して数々の知識を身に付けたヤマピーさんがこれでもかと言うほど 天体観察説明をしてくれます 他のツアーではただ星空を眺めるだけできっと終わってしまうでしょう GPS天体望遠鏡で様々の星を眺め クレーターの高さまで見て取れる月面も観察して星空観察は終了 暖かいお茶 暖かい防寒着も準備してあり冷え冷えとした山頂でもゆっくり楽しむことが出来ました。
カアナパリのホテルに戻ったのは22時過ぎ ヤマピーさん 本当にお世話になりました マウイの夜を堪能出来ました。天候に左右されるサンセット+星空ツアー 今夜は恵まれました マウイへ来たら必須のツアーだと思います。堪能出来ました。
It's quite a niche tour! Laughing, you can observe a starry sky that you can't see in Japan while sitting in a chair and using the latest telescope, so you should encounter views you've never seen before. I'm humbled to receive so many compliments. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in Maui.
かなりマニアックなツァーです。笑 やはり日本では見られない星空を椅子に座って最新の望遠鏡で観察していくので、今まで見たことに無い景色に出会えるはずです。
お褒めの言葉を沢山頂いて恐縮です。またマウイでお目にかかれるのを楽しみにしております。
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/05 |
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Hi Pete, thank you so much fo your fantastic review! We appreciate you taking the time to share a few words about your experience with us! We love Kea too! Connecting our guests to the land and people of Hawai'i is our main goal. The enrichment is paramount to the beauty that surrounds us! Much love and hugs!