Reviewed by: たろう
Molokini Island had an incredible level of clarity, and snorkeling there was truly enjoyable. I was able to see the fish beautifully. At the second spot, I was able to watch swimming sea turtles up close. I was very satisfied.
モロキニ島は想像以上の透明度で、シュノーケルして本当に気持ち良かったです。魚も綺麗に見れました。
二つ目のスポットでは、泳いでいるウミガメをゆっくり見ることができました。
大満足でした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/15 |
Reviewed by: Masa
We participated as a couple.
We had visited Maui several times, but we had never had the opportunity to go to Molokini Island, so we were able to enjoy snorkeling this time.
The boat had free drinks and a restroom, which made it comfortable for us.
The Japanese guide also did a great job supporting us. Thank you very much.
We were lucky enough to see both turtles and dolphins, making it a satisfying tour.
夫婦で参加しました
マウイ島は、何度か訪れていましたが
モロキニ島へは行く機会が無く、今回楽しくシュノーケリングを楽しむことが出来ました
船は、ドリンクがフリーで、トイレも有り私たちには、快適でした
日本語ガイドの方も、一生懸命フォロー頂きました。
ありがとうございました。
運良くカメもイルカも見ることが出来、満足なツアーでした
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/13 |
Reviewed by: Jaclyn
Our tour guide Isaiah was awesome and very friendly. He knew a lot about the island.
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| Packages: | 3 Hour Waterfall Walk & Swim - Easy One Mile Round-trip Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/02 |
Reviewed by: モロー
It was a lot of fun riding in a relaxed manner down the slope at first, and then being able to gallop up the hill in the second half, giving a sense of freedom.
あまり注意時のなく、最初は下り坂をゆったりと、後半は上り坂では駆足をさせてくれて自由な感じの乗馬で、とても楽しかった。
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| Packages: | 乗馬:1時間30分 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/12 |
Reviewed by: オカケン
The weather was a bit cloudy, but the comfortable climate typical of Maui remained unchanged. It's been two and a half years since then, but I still remember it vividly. I saw whales in the distance doing flips. Capturing the perfect shot is incredibly difficult, but next time I want to bring a good camera instead of just my smartphone!
天気は少し曇り気味でしたが、マウイらしい快適な気候は変わりませんでした。
あれから2年半経っての投稿になりましたが、今でも鮮明に覚えています。
クジラが遠くに見えて宙返りをしてくれました。
シャッターチャンスがものすごく難しいですが、次回はスマホではなくいいカメラを持っていきたいですね!
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| Packages: | カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2017年12月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/19 |
Reviewed by: かりんま
The location and atmosphere were great, and the show started just as the sunset was ending. Before the show began, we could participate in various experiences and watch demonstrations; the children got to try playing the puili instrument. I observed the process of peeling coconuts and hollowing out the nata de coco part, and I tasted it. It felt similar to Paradise Cove Luau on Oahu, but the food here was definitely more delicious. The kalua pork and beef steak were tastier than I expected. The show featured a lot of traditional hula (kahiko), which I enjoyed. However, I was disappointed that the male dancers did not have the robust physiques typical of Native Hawaiians and that there was no fire dance, which I was looking forward to the most. The total duration of the show was about an hour, which felt a bit short compared to the three-hour time commitment. On the plus side, it allowed for a leisurely meal. Overall, it was a neutral experience.
場所も雰囲気も良く、サンセットが終わりかける頃から始まるショー。
ショーが始まる前には様々な体験をしたりデモンストレーションを見学することができ、子供たちはプイリという楽器の体験をしました。私はココナッツを剥いて?ナタデココの部分をくり抜く作業を見学し、その味見をしました。
オアフ島のパラダイスコーブルアウと似た感じでした。
が、食事は断然こちらの方が美味しかったです。
カルアポークやビーフステーキは思った以上のおいしさでした。
ショーの内容は、古典フラ(カヒコ)が多く、これは私の好みでした。
男性ダンサーの体つきが、ネイティブハワイアンの様な厚みのある肉体で無く、案外華奢だったのとファイアダンスが無かったのが残念でした。これが一番楽しみだったので。
ショーの時間は全て合わせて1時間程度で、所要時間3時間に対して短めかなという印象を受けました。その分ゆっくり食事はできますが。
なので、可もなく不可もなくといった感じでした。
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| Packages: | お座敷席 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/08 |
Reviewed by: LEE NAHUI
It's a wonderful sight! I was impressed. I'm very happy to participate in this tour.
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: おもたろう
We participated as a family of four in August, with our children being 9 and 6 years old. Since we were staying at the Westin Maui, we met at the Group Entrance next to Whale's Village (where the shuttle bus for SPG hotels stops for Lahaina) at 2:20 AM. It's necessary to confirm by phone by the day before.
While waiting at that location, the first bus arrived earlier than scheduled. I was a bit anxious about whether we were supposed to take this bus, but we ended up transferring to a larger bus in Kahului. In the end, we were the only Japanese participants. The female driver and guide on this bus was amazing. She recommended chewing gum to prevent ear pressure. I was fine without it, but those who are concerned might want to prepare some. It seems you can buy gum at a convenience store during the transfer in Kahului. There weren't many cars on the way from Kahului to Haleakalā, but since it's a mountain road at night, I recommend joining a tour if you're not confident in your driving skills. Animals also seem to come out onto the road. According to the guide, if you haven't registered and paid online in advance, you won't be able to enter the park at sunrise. I actually saw several cars in front of us turning back.
I think we arrived at the sunrise viewing spot before 5 AM. First of all, both buses were quite cold due to the air conditioning, so it's a good idea to dress warmly. There are restrooms between the bus stop and the sunrise spot. I dressed the kids warmly there as it was quite cold. I recommend a lightweight down jacket, gloves, a scarf, a hat, and hand warmers. It's just a short walk from the restroom to the sunrise spot. It’s dark, so having a flashlight might be helpful, but it's not essential as you won't use it much aside from adjusting your camera. The sunrise was around 5:50 AM, so we ended up waiting outside for nearly an hour. On the tour, they guided us to a good spot for viewing the sunrise. Another male guide, who was acquainted with the female bus guide, helped out at the sunrise spot, taking care of the kids and taking photos for us. Whether to bring a tripod is a dilemma. If you really want to capture the starry sky before sunrise and don’t mind carrying extra gear, it could be worth it.
Despite the weather forecast, the sunrise spot was clear, and we were able to see the most beautiful sunrise. It's hard to explain in words or photos, but I believe it's worth seeing at least once in your life. The view of the crater below is also breathtaking. We returned to the bus at 6:15 AM. From there, we moved to the summit by bus, where there are about three photo spots. Even if you don't take photos, the views of the ocean and islands are quite impressive. It seems that if you do your research beforehand, you'll know what to expect, but for those unfamiliar, it felt a bit uncertain whether we were allowed to be there, so participating in the tour was definitely worthwhile. After getting back on the bus, we were offered coffee and Danish pastries (which are sold in supermarkets and come in various flavors). We then headed for breakfast. The bus stopped at a photo spot along the way, where we took beautiful pictures.
For breakfast, you can choose from three options: pancakes, fruit, or something like bacon, which we ate at a restaurant attached to a golf course. I think it’s best not to have high expectations for the taste. Even if you don't understand English, you can manage, but it’s definitely helpful to understand the guide's information. As of the time I’m writing this, there shouldn’t be a Japanese sunrise tour available (though there is a starry sky tour). This might also be related to the aforementioned entry restrictions.
According to the hotel concierge, there seems to be a limousine tour for about $250 per person, but unfortunately, we couldn't participate as it was fully booked. During the summer when we participated, many people come from the mainland U.S. to Maui, so it fills up quickly. Once
家族4名で8月に参加しました。うち、子供は9才6才です。Westin Mauiに滞在していたので、ホテルのGroup EntranceというWhale's Villageの横の入口(SPG系列のホテルとラハイナまでの巡回バスが停まるところ)で、午前2時20分待ち合わせでした。前日までに再確認の電話をする必要があります。
その場所で待っていると予定時間より早く最初のバスが到着。このバスで行くのか少し不安でしたが、カフルイでより大型のバスに乗り換えることになりました。結局日本人は私達だけでした。このバスのドライバー兼ガイドさんの女性がすごかったです。ガムとか噛むことを勧めていました。空気が耳に詰まることを防ぐためのようです。私は噛まなくても大丈夫でしたが、気になる方は準備されてもよいでしょう。ガムは、カフルイでの乗り換え時にコンビニみたいな所で買うことができるようです。カフルイからハレアカラまで、車は多くはなかったですが、夜の山道なので運転技術に自信がない方はツアー参加をおすすめします。動物も道路に出てくるみたいです。ガイドさんの話によると、事前にインターネットで登録して料金を支払っていないと今はすくなくとも日の出の時に入山できないようです。実際、前にいた何台かの車が引き返していく様子を見ました。
日の出を見るスポットには午前5時前には着いたと思います。まず、バスが二台とも結構空調が利いて寒いので厚着をしていてもいいと思います。日の出スポットに行くためのバスの停車場所と、日の出スポットの間にトイレがあります。子どもたちはその前で厚着をさせました。結構寒いです。薄手のダウン、手袋、マフラー、帽子、カイロをおすすめします。トイレから日の出スポットまでほんの少し歩きます。暗いので懐中電灯があってもいいですが、この道とカメラの調節以外は使わないので必須ではないです。日の出は午前5時50分位だったので1時間近く外で待つことになりました。ツアーでいくと、日の出を見る良い場所に案内してくれました。その女性バスガイドさんの知り合いである別の男性ガイドさんが、日の出スポットで色々と面倒を観てくれて子どもたちの面倒をみてくれたり、写真を撮ってくれました。三脚を持っていくかは悩ましいです。日の出前の星空をどうしても撮影したいとか、荷物が苦にならないのであればありだと思います。
当日は天気予報にも拘わらず、日の出スポットは晴れており、最高の日の出を見ることができました。これは言葉や写真で上手く説明できないてすが、人生において一度は見ておく価値があると思います。眼下のクレーターのような感じも圧巻てす。午前6時15分にバスに戻りました。ここから、バスで山頂へ移動しました。ここでも三カ所位写真スポットがあります。写真をとらなくても、海や島が見える景色はかなり見応えがあります。事前によく調べていればわかるみたいですが、慣れない人間には、そこに行っていいのか微妙な感じでしたので、この点もツアーに参加した甲斐がありました。バスに戻ってから、コーヒーとデニッシュ(スーパーとかで売っている・何種類か味がある)の提供がありました。その後朝食に向かいました。途中、写真スポットでバスが停車しましたのでそこでも美しい写真を撮りました。
朝食は、車中でパンケーキ、フルーツ、ベーコンのようなものの三種類から選択します。ゴルフ場併設のレストランで食べますが、味はそれ程期待しない方がよいと思います。
英語は解らなくてもなんとかなりますが、ガイドさんの話に何かと参考になることもあるのでできるにこしたことはないです。これを書いている時点ては日本語日の出ツアーは催行されていなかったはずです(星空ツアーはある)。これも前述の入山規制と関係あるのかもしれかせん。
このツアー以外にホテルのコンシェルジェによると、一人250$くらいのリムジンみたいなので行くツアーもあるようです。ちなみにこちらは予約一杯で参加できませんでした。
我々が参加した夏場は、アメリカ本土からマウイに来る人が多く早めにいっぱいになるようです。日程が決まったらキャンセルできるのでとにかく早めに予約する事をおすすめします。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/03 |
Reviewed by: Dave
Fun, knowledgeable crew. Crystal clear waters. Brilliantly colorful fish as far as the eye can see. And I got to swim with two sea turtles! Good food. Definitely the highlight of our Maui vaca. We were a little concerned with the advertised "open bar". We really weren't looking for a booze cruise. But the bar doesn't open until AFTER both snorkeling stops. Yay!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Bebe Mireles
The tour was a great experience. Definitely learned a lot about the island and saw places we would have never found on our own. The only complaint my group had was the political commentary from the tour guide. He started early on referencing those "damn democrats" and a negative reference to ACLU. Being a group of very liberal people, we found it offensive but did not say anything for fear that he would not provide as good of a tour. This would have been a great experience without this extra commentary.
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| Packages: | Full Day Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/20 |
Reviewed by: ami
A tour where you can feel the Earth★
The sunset and stars are so beautiful that it's overwhelming.
The journey to the tour is relaxed, with stops at the supermarket, Krispy Kreme, and picking up dinner♪
We also bought souvenirs at the supermarket we visited at that time.
It's cold at the summit, so I recommend dressing warmly, but they provide extra clothing and blankets for you.
It was wonderful to come together as a group to watch the sunset and stars!
This tour allows you to reflect on yourself and your life in the great outdoors.
地球を感じられるツアー★
夕日も星も綺麗すぎて圧倒されます。
ツアーまでの道のりはスーパー行ったり、クリスピーに行ったり、夕食を買ったりと、ゆったり楽しめます♪
私たちもその時に行ったスーパーでお土産を購入したりしました。
山頂は寒いので暖かい格好をオススメしますが、上に着るものや毛布は用意してくださっています。
みんなで一体となり夕日や星を見るのも、とても素敵でした!
大自然の中で、自分自身や人生について改めて考えることができるツアーです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/06 |
Reviewed by: ami
The snorkeling points were in two locations, both with very clear and beautiful waters! I was able to see lovely fish and sea turtles. However, since there aren't many corals, those who have diving experience in places like Palau or Ishigaki may feel that there are fewer fish.
On the boat, breakfast and lunch were provided, and the hamburgers for lunch were really delicious! It might be because we were eating on the boat. They also prepared drinks so we could hydrate whenever we wanted, which was great.
If you're prone to seasickness, it's better to take motion sickness medication. However, in our case, we ended up sleeping soundly on the boat due to the fatigue from our previous travels and the drowsiness from the medication, so we missed some of the scenery.
The boat is equipped with inflatable rings for playing in the water, which anyone can borrow, and there's also a slide on the boat that you can use. The slide drops from quite a height, so I recommend it for those who can swim! ★
シュノーケルポイントは二箇所でどちらで透明度の高い海でとても綺麗でした!
綺麗な魚や海亀にも会えました。
ただし、サンゴが沢山あるわけではないので、パラオや石垣方面でダイビング経験がある方には魚が少ないという印象を持つかもしれません。
船の上では朝食と昼食がでて、昼食のハンバーガーはすごく美味しいです!船の上で食べるからかもしれませんが。
飲み物もいつでも飲めるように準備してくださっていて、こまめな水分補給ができて良かったです。
酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んだ乗った方がいいです。しかし、私たちの場合はそれまでの旅行の疲れと酔い止めの眠気効果で船上で爆睡してしまいましたので、景色が見れなくなることもあります。笑
船の中には海で遊べる浮き輪などを備えてあり、誰でも借りられますし、船には滑り台がついていてそれもできます。滑り台はかなり高いところから落ちるので泳げる方にはオススメです★
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/06 |
Reviewed by: Venky
This is my first visit to a rainforest and I was amazed.
We were picked up at designated location at 930 AM. We then changed to rubber shoes at the office and proceeded to hike. We were given breakfast and started the trail. Looks like it rained heavily the previous day and so we had to cross few streams on our way. The current in the streams were below our knee level but very strong. It was scary. The guide was very friendly, funny, knowledgeable and professional. So we did not have any difficulty. But it was awesome to see the falls full of water and strong currents in the streams. While we were told about occurrence of flash floods, I wonder what life would be in these situations. It was really wild out there, but you are with a professional.
I particularly enjoyed sliding in the water through a tunnel (the guide was there at the other end of the tunnel to stop me from being carried away by the current). My son (29) jumped 20 feet into one of the water fall, the guide showed us twice how to do that. We visited several water falls and I managed to stand under one of those 10 feet tall falls. The guide showed us several varieties of flowers, plants and fruits. We tasted some fruits, and had a good lunch break in one of the falls. The hike was not very difficult but also was not very easy. We returned to our car by 2 30 PM.
Many of the falls are not accessible to public and visiting with a professional is the best way to do it. I strongly recommend the hike to anyone.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour - Meet in Central Maui |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Deborah Mosqueda
We had a great time - our tour guide "Hailey" was awesome. She showed us the inside of Hana jungle - the best waterfalls and some history of the trees and beaches. Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We had a great time too... Sharing the best places along the Road to Hana is our favorite thing to do! Biggest hugs... the Holo Holo Gang
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| Packages: | 10-Hour Hana Bound Tour (up to 6 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/27 |
Reviewed by: fromscratch
Last year, I was able to snorkel with dolphins and turtles on Oahu, so this time I was hoping to swim with turtles on Maui, but there were hardly any fish, let alone turtles. If you're going snorkeling, Oahu is better.
昨年オアフ島でイルカや亀とシュノーケリングで泳げたので、今回はマウイ島で亀と泳げるかと期待しましたが、亀どころか魚もあまりいませんでした。シュノーケリングならオアフの方が良かったです。、
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Laura
We had Garrett as our guide and learned so much about the island. It was a pleasure spending the morning with him. We had lunch at the Four Seasons resort and the view was amazing. We had the shrimp tacos and the Macai salad. Best lunch ever.
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| Packages: | Half Day Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/20 |
Reviewed by: さきぽん
The sunset was amazing! While listening to stories about the stars, the guide took us to beautiful viewing points. It truly became a wonderful memory.
サンセットは最高でした!
星空も、天体のお話を聞きながら、
ガイドさんが綺麗に見えるポイントへ案内してくれて。
本当に良い思い出になりました
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| Packages: | 大人2名以上(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/19 |
Reviewed by: きんきん
It was my first time on Maui, and my first participation in this tour. I went to the meeting place by rental car after checking it out the day before, and then it was time for the tour! However, the lady in the parking lot directed me to a spot that was quite far from the reception. Before boarding, I had to sign a waiver acknowledging that I was responsible for any accidents that might occur. First, we were served light snacks on the boat. Even though I had eaten at the hotel, I couldn't resist and ended up overeating, which made me seasick. During snorkeling at Molokini Island, I accidentally swallowed a lot of seawater. The visibility was indeed excellent. We also got to see sea turtles during our travels. There were some unexpected events, but overall, it was a lot of fun.
初めてのマウイ島でした、初参加でした。レンタカーで集合場所まで行くのに前日集合場所の下見をして、いざツアーに!ところが、駐車場のおばちゃんに、指示された場所が受け付けまで遠かったよ~。乗船前にお決まりの事故にあっても自己責任的な誓約書を書いて乗船。まずは、船内で軽食がでました。ホテルで食べて来たのに、食い意地が....食べ過ぎて船酔いです。モロキニ島でシュノーケリングの時、海水を大量に飲んでコマセ巻きました。透明度はさすがに良かったです。移動してウミガメも観れました。ハプニングもありましたが楽しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/19 |
Reviewed by: ダンヒル
I participated because I could go snorkeling at Molokini Island. One of the staff members was Japanese and explained the details, such as the sign for confirming the number of participants and the rules on the boat. There were only four Japanese participants, including myself.
モロキニ島でシュノーケリングができるとういうことで参加しました。
スタッフの一人が日本人であり、人数確認のためのサインや船内でのルールなど細かいことを教えてくれました。日本人の参加者は自分も含めて4人だけでした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/18 |
Reviewed by: よしぷぅ
I participated alone. It was my first time on Maui (over 10 years ago...), and the starry sky I saw at night after stopping the car was so beautiful that I decided to splurge and definitely go for this tour! The pickup arrived on time, and we had donut time around Kahului. I didn't hold back and had two! Choosing sushi at Foodland supermarket was crucial; I had to make the right choice! I bought two of the recommended Mauna Loa Coffee macadamia nuts for $6, and they were a hit at work, so definitely buy them if you find them! We gradually climbed the mountain, and the guide kept us entertained the whole time, making it enjoyable even alone. I got to see breathtaking views, eat sushi, and the starry sky was truly magnificent. It was moving!!! The explanation about the stars was professional and a bit difficult, though... I feel like it would have been even more amazing to share this experience with someone. I wish I could have brought my mom! Thank you for the wonderful tour.
一人での参加です。初めてのマウイ島で(10年以上の昔ですが。。。)夜車を止めて見た星空が、とてもキレイだったので、奮発して絶対このツアーだっと思いできめました!
お迎えも時間通り来ていただき、カフルイあたりでドーナツタイムです。遠慮しないで2個頂いちゃいました! フードランドのスーパーでお寿司選び。ここは外すと大変だ! おすすめしていただいたマウナロアコーヒーのマカダミアナッツ試しに2個$6だったので2個だけ買ったのですが、職場でとても好評で絶対見つけたら買い!ですよー 山も少しずつ登って行ってその間もずっとガイドしていただき1人でも楽しかったです。絶景も見れてお寿司も食べて本当に満天の星空でした。感動ですよー!!! 星の解説はプロっぽいお話しなので難しいですが。。
1人できたのももったいないぐらい誰かと共有出来れば更に感動だと思います。
おかんを連れて来たかったなあ!!! ステキなツアーありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 大人1名【ラハイナ、カアナパリ、カフルイ地区ご滞在限定】(2020年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Julie
Our first visit to Maui...our first ever Luau and we were not disappointed!! The entertainment was excellent and the food was amazing!
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| Packages: | General Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/19 |
Reviewed by: newlyweds
There are so many stops along the way and some you don't stay at very long. So go on your own with a rental car so you can see what you want to see. The tour guide was pretty awful and so were the other passengers.
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| Packages: | Standard Road to Hana Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/23 |
Reviewed by: newlyweds
All the workers were super awesome and funny. Explained everything very clearly, even with scared people. Ziplines were a little scary but big big fun. Totally would do again.
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| Packages: | Haleakala Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Tom
The sea was a beautiful, clear blue with a very high level of transparency. With its depth, I was able to enjoy the stunning ocean and the fish that spread out before my eyes.
青く透き通った大変透明度の高い海でした。海の深さもあり、視界に広がる美しい海と魚たちを堪能できました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Less Than Expected
We took a group of seven people on this tour and some of our group had done this trip previously. The driver had a tough time managing the people on the tour and other guests were up to 30 minutes late getting back to the bus on several occasions. The lunch situation was not good either. We waited in line for 30 minutes out doors in the heat at the one little stand available for lunch. Then sat out doors to eat with no AC and were dripping. On previous tours there were much better lunch set ups. We were never given enough time to get into the water at the black sands or the seven pools. Mostly because other people were late and the driver didn't manage the group well. But what really took the cake was our departure. My 71 year old father and his new wife were leaving and the driver asked if he could "kiss" the bride. She thought he was going to give her a peck on the cheek, but instead gave her a full on mouth kiss. So inappropriate. Too bad we had already tipped him. Not my favorite day on Maui.
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| Packages: | Standard Road to Hana Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/13 |
Reviewed by: Thomas Family
Great Trip. Crew was great and very friendly. They were very helpful with my daughter who had a broken foot and made sure she was safe in the water and had a great time.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/16 |
Reviewed by: なおみ
I was very satisfied to see the sea turtles up close. There were Japanese staff members who conveyed their desire for us to have fun, which made the experience very enjoyable. However, I stayed at the Sheraton and they came to pick me up, but there were no detailed instructions provided. I was waiting at the main entrance, but it turned out to be the wrong place. It would be best if there were clearer information available.
ウミガメを間近で見ることが出来て大満足です。日本人スタッフの方がいらっしゃり、楽しんで帰って貰いたいという思いも伝わり非常に楽しかったです。ただ、シェラトンに宿泊して迎えに来て頂いたのですが、詳細場合の記載がなく、正面玄関で待っていたのに違っているとのことでした。もう少しわかりやすい情報があるとベストです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/14 |
Reviewed by: Steve
Great experience, enjoyed by whole family, would recommend to others!
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| Packages: | Cocktail Show Package (Limited Availability) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Stacie
My husband, myself and our 11 year old nephew had a great time on our hike. Pretty much everything was as described. We got to go to 4 different waterfalls, got to jump into 3 of them, included a pretty hefty peanut butter and jelly sandwich with a bag of chips, native fruit, lots of water and bug spray provided, and a backpack to keep everything in! The hike was definitely more on the moderate side than the easy side, I would say. My husband and I are fairly athletic and we were both sore and tired at the end of the hike. The nature is amazing. I took about 200 photos. The information that Sarah shared with us was interesting and insightful. She was a very nice, patient and informative tour guide. She was friendly and made conversation, but was not in your face, or invasive when people didn't want her to be. She was also very helpful because she showed the people on the tour the correct places and ways to jump off the waterfalls. I think this helped with some of the anxiety people had. I definitely recommend this hike. It is a little pricey, but it was worth it, and you really get your money's worth. I ended up messing up one of my ears when I jumped off of the third waterfall we found, so the end of the hike wasn't as pleasant for me as the beginning was, but I think that was a random thing that happened. My 11 year old nephew jumped a total of 7 times off the different waterfalls and never really complained about anything except that he slapped his hands and arms on the water (which was more his own fault). The one thing I didn't like was the number of people that were at the waterfalls during our tour. That was something we couldn't really control. There are some "private" waterfalls that we got to see, which, obviously had less people, but still had other people there. I think if you have a choice, go on a weekday, and it might be helpful to go during an off season. We went the day after 4th of July, so it was probably pretty busy.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour - Meet in Central Maui |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/05 |
Reviewed by: ゆうなり
This was the only tour I participated in during my first visit to Maui, and I had a wonderful time. I was picked up from the hotel at 6:30 AM and after picking up a few others, we headed to the port. At the port, we signed a waiver before boarding and received our tickets, which were provided in Japanese, so I felt reassured. There were 149 people from various backgrounds that day, but only three groups of five Japanese, including myself. If you line up early for boarding, you can get on the boat sooner and secure your preferred seat.
Depending on the boat you take, this may vary, but for those prone to seasickness, sitting slightly forward in the middle of the lower deck might be best. There are restrooms on both sides of the middle section, which can be left open when not in use, causing some odor, while the back of the middle section had a noticeable gasoline smell from the engine. I’m not very strong with vehicles either, but I didn’t experience any seasickness or motion sickness from the large waves at sea.
Once on board, as I had worried, various explanations were given repeatedly in English. During these times, our guide Takako gathered the Japanese guests and summarized the information in Japanese, which was comforting. The boat had various regulations, but I felt they were taking proper care of everyone’s safety. The light breakfast served after boarding and the hearty hamburger lunch after our stay at Molokini Island were both surprisingly delicious, and I thoroughly enjoyed the unlimited drinks available at the bar until we returned to port after all activities.
If you want to rent underwater cameras or wetsuits for activities, there are rental fees, so it’s a good idea to bring some cash. Items like noodles and life jackets are available for free. There isn’t a safe for valuables on the boat, so you need to manage your belongings yourself. It’s best not to bring more than necessary.
The waters around Molokini Island are very clear, allowing for beautiful views of the fish. The coastline has coral, so you can see fish up close, but be careful not to get too close due to the waves. The seawater isn’t too cold, and the hour of snorkeling flew by. After that, we moved to a spot known for a high encounter rate with sea turtles, which was my main goal. I heard Takako, who was on a surfboard, calling out when she spotted a turtle, and I was able to meet my first turtle. I encountered a total of four turtles of various sizes, and one swam right beside me as I turned, and while I felt I should avoid it, I got so caught up in taking pictures. Of course, Takako gently reminded me afterward, and I apologized. But it was a truly wonderful experience, and I felt lucky and grateful.
As for the schedule, it was roughly as follows, just for reference. Please consider this as an approximate outline of what happened this time: 30 minutes for pickup and travel to the port, 1 hour by boat to Molokini Island, 1 hour at the Molokini point, 1 hour to move to the turtle point, 1 hour at the turtle point, 1 hour to return to port, and 30 minutes for the drive back to the hotel. This was the timing with a smooth progression.
During the boat ride and snorkeling, Takako took great care of us. For the pickup on the way back, another Japanese guide (I didn’t catch their name, and I apologize if I forgot) assisted us. Especially on the return, I was the only solo traveler, so I got to sit in the front seat and had a great time chatting along the way. When I mentioned that I hadn’t encountered any turtles near Black Rock close to the hotel, they shared some points where I might be able to see them. I plan to give it a try in the coming days. It was truly a wonderful tour, including the guides, and I would love to join the same tour company again when I come back. Thank you very much.
初めてのマウイ島で、厳選して唯一参加したツアーでしたが、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
朝6時半にホテルに迎えにきてもらい、何人かをピックアップしてから港へ。港では乗船前に規約書にサインして引き換えに乗船券をもらいますが、ちゃんと日本語で書かれたものがあるので安心です。いろんなところから集まったいろんな人種の人々がこの日は149人いましたが、日本人は私を含め、3組5名のみでした。乗船のために並ぶ列は早めに並ぶと、船内へ早く入れるので自分好みの席を確保できます。
乗る船が変われば参考になりませんが、酔いやすい人は揺れにくい下のフロアの真ん中より少し前寄りがベストかもしれません。真ん中両サイドにトイレがあり未使用時には開けっ放しなので臭いが、真ん中より後ろはエンジンのガソリン臭が気になりました。ちなみに私も乗り物にはあまり強くないですが、船酔いも海上での大波が連続することでの波酔いも全くありませんでした。
乗船すると、心配していた通り、いろんな説明が英語で何度もされることに。そういう時はガイドのタカコさんが日本人を集めて、要約して日本語で説明してくれたので安心でした。船にはいろいろ規定がありますが、一人一人の安全に対してきちんとしてくれてるなあと思いました。乗船後に出た軽い朝食も、モロキニ島滞在の後の移動時間に出たガッツリハンバーガーの昼食も予想以上に美味しく、全てのアクティビティが終わった後の帰港するまでにバーでオーダーできる飲み放題のアルコールもたっぷり楽しめました。
アクティビティ用の水中カメラやウエットスーツなどをレンタルしたい場合はレンタル料がかかるので、多少のお金は持って行った方が良いと思います。マスクやフィン以外でも、ヌードルやライフジャケットなどの小物は無料で貸してもらえます。船内に貴重品入れがあるわけではないので、持ち物は自己管理。必要以上のものは持っていかないのが無難です。
モロキニ島周辺は、透明度が高く、魚がキレイに見られます。海岸沿いはサンゴがあるので魚を近くで見られますが、波があるので近づきすぎには注意してください。海水もさほど冷たくなく、シュノーケリング時間の約1時間があっという間でした。その後、私的には本命だったウミガメの遭遇率が高いポイントへ移動。サーフボードに乗ったタカコさんがウミガメを見つけて周りに知らせてくれてた声を聞いて、最初のウミガメに出会うことができました。その後も合計4匹の大小様々なウミガメに出会い、1匹は横を向いたらすぐそばを泳いでいて、避けなきゃいけないと思いつつ、写真を撮ることに夢中になってしまいました。もちろん後でタカコさんに優しくたしなめられました、ごめんなさい。でも、とても素敵な時間を過ごせたポイント。幸運だったなと感謝しました。
スケジュールはおおよそですが、参考までに。あくまで今回はこんな感じだったという程度に考えてください。ピックアップ&港への車移動に30分、船でモロキニ島までの移動に1時間、モロキニ島ポイント1時間、ウミガメポイントへ移動に1時間、ウミガメポイント1時間、帰港するのに1時間、港からホテルまでの車移動に30分。スムーズに進行してこのくらいってことで。
船の中やシュノーケリング中はガイドのタカコさんにいろいろとお世話してもらいました。行き帰りのピックアップでは、別の日本人ガイドさん(お名前は聞かなかったと思いますが、失念したならごめんなさい)にお世話していただきました。特に帰りは1人客が私だけだったので、助手席に座らせてもらい、道すがらいろんな話が出来て楽しかったです。ホテルの近くのブラックロックでまだ亀に遭遇できないと話すと、会えそうなポイントを教えてくれました。明日以降チャレンジしたいと思います。ガイドさんたちを含め本当に素敵なツアーだったので、また次に来た時は、同じツアー会社の企画に参加したいなと思います。ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/10 |
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Aloha Dave,
Thanks for your review of the Pride of Maui. Molokini Crater truly is a snorkelers paradise, with remarkable water clarity and a diverse ecosystem. Due to the water quality, the reef at Molokini is healthy and vibrant. Some of the coral species are endemic to Molokini Crater and as such, not found anywhere else. The variety of fish at Molokini is great too, as you point out.
We are so lucky to have a location like Turtle Town, where the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles congregate, to share with our guests. We're pleased you enjoyed swimming with the turtles. We are definitely not a booze cruise, although feel our guests enjoy eating a big juicy burger or chicken sandwich, hot off the grill along with an ice cold micro brewed beer after snorkeling. It makes for a wonderful end to a perfect day.
Thanks again for your kind words.
Scott Turner
CEO
Pride of Maui