Reviewed by: ちゃぱぱね
I was so excited for my first tour swimming with dolphins! However, I’m not a great swimmer and hadn’t swum in about ten years, so I was a bit nervous wondering if I would be okay. But there was absolutely no problem at all.
Lucky for us, a large pod of dolphins came by multiple times, and I lost count of how many dives we did. Interestingly, no other boats were out that day, so it felt like we had Aloha Tours all to ourselves.
When we got really close to the dolphins, they didn’t seem to avoid us at all and showed such curious expressions; they were so cute! I was moved by the sight of dolphins playing with each other, a mother and her baby swimming together, their adorable sounds, and the beautiful bubbles created by their breathing sparkling through the curtain of light. It was a wonderful experience to be in such a beautiful, mysterious world, and the time spent with them became a cherished memory.
Also, Daisuke's bubble ring diving performance was amazing; he looked just like a dolphin! Lei was always cracking jokes, which kept the atmosphere lively and made it so much fun! Thank you so much for allowing us to meet the dolphins!!
初めてイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーにワクワク!しかし泳ぎは得意じゃないし、もう10年位は泳いでいなかったので(いきなり大丈夫か?)とドキドキでしたが全く問題なかったです。
ラッキーなことに何度もイルカの大群がやって来て何度ダイブしたか分からなくなる程でした。またこの日は何故か他の船が一隻も出港しておらず、アロハツアーズ貸切状態でした。
イルカ達と大接近した時も私達を避ける様子もなく、興味ありげな表情を見せてとても可愛かったです。イルカ同士がじゃれ合っている様子や親子で泳ぐ姿、可愛い鳴き声、そしてイルカの呼吸でできた美しい泡が、光のカーテンの中をキラキラと流れていく光景に感動しました。美しい神秘の世界にお邪魔させて頂き、共に過ごせた一時が幸せでとても良い思い出になりました。
また、ダイスケさんのバブルリング潜りのパフォーマンスも素晴らしく、まるでイルカのようでしたヨ!レイさんもジョークを飛ばして船上では常に盛り上がりとても楽しかったです!イルカちゃん達に会わせて頂き、本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Posted on: | 2019/11/24 |
Reviewed by: かえでの まま
It takes about 50 minutes by car from the hotel to the office, and then another 5 minutes by car to the harbor, so it was a bit nerve-wracking for us as it was our first time driving a rental car on the Big Island. The staff were all friendly, but there was no explanation after renting the GoPro, and we almost missed receiving our cards before disembarking. However, we enjoyed the two snorkeling sessions and the encounter with dolphins during sailing.
ホテルから車で50分程かかる事務所からハーバーまで更に車で5分かかるので、初めてハワイ島でレンタカーを運転する私達にはちょっと時間的にハラハラな集合でした。
スタッフの皆さんは気さくな方たちばかりでしたが、GoProをレンタルした後の説明がなく危うくカードを受け取れず下船するところでした。
でも2回のシュノーケルやセーリング中のイルカとの出会いは楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 08:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/31 |
Reviewed by: やまっこ
I participated with my 4.5-year-old child, and they provided us with kids' masks and boards with viewing windows, which allowed my daughter to enjoy herself.
There was a decent variety and number of fish, and although the visibility was okay, I appreciated that we weren't trying to catch fish with sausages. The slide and diving board required just the right amount of courage, which was great. The restrooms on the boat were also clean.
The speed of speaking in English was fast, but they provided important information on a paper written in Japanese, so I felt there were no issues at all. (My language skills are at a level where I can manage basic conversations in English.)
We received plenty of snacks and fruits, the timing was just right, and dolphins swam alongside us on the way back, so I think the affordable afternoon plan was a good choice.
4歳半の子どもと参加しましたが、キッズ用マスクや、覗き窓つきボードを貸していただき、娘も楽しむことができました。
そこそこの種類と数の魚、透明度でしたが、ソーセージで魚集めるようなこともしていなかったので、好感がもてました。
滑り台や飛び込み台は、ほどよい勇気が必要なレベルで良かったです。
船内のトイレも清潔でした。
英語を喋るスピードは早いですが、重要事項は日本語で書いた紙を渡してくれますので、全く問題ないと感じました。(私の語学力は、軽く英会話ができる程度です)
スナックやフルーツも沢山頂け、時間も適当、イルカも帰りに並走してくれたので、値段が安い午後プランで良かったかなと思います。
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| Packages: | 14:00出港(シュノーケル1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/19 |
Reviewed by: イルカだいすき
I participated in a dolphin tour with a friend for the first time. I have joined one in Oahu before, but the water here was even clearer than in Oahu! We saw dolphins multiple times! My friend looked tired from desperately chasing after the dolphins, but they had a great time. The port was very close to the hotel we were staying at, so it was easy to get there and we were able to make good use of our time.
イルカツアー初めての友達と参加しました。わたしはオアフ島でも参加したことがありますが、オアフよりさらに水がクリア! イルカも何度も見れました! 必死にイルカを追っていくので友達は疲れた様子でしたが、とても楽しんでいました。
泊まっていたホテルからすぐの港だったので移動に手間がかからず時間をうまく使えました
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Hussein
Exceeded our expectations. Nice ride and crew was informative, helpful and very friendly. Snorkel area was amazing! Highly recommended
Aloha,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us and hope you'll come again.
Mahalo and hope to Sea you soon,
Sea Paradise
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/10 |
Reviewed by: ポニョ
In the morning, a handsome guide took us to a spot where dolphins gather. From the boat, we could see the dolphins jumping, and the excitement was high. Once we entered the water, guided by the handsome guide, we were able to swim right next to the dolphins, which was an incredible experience! The dolphins came back multiple times, so we swam until we were exhausted. Advanced swimmers were diving down to take photos.
There were many boats on the water, but once you’re in the sea, the crowd isn’t too bothersome. There are no shower facilities, but if you go to the boat's washing area, you can rinse off the seawater along with the boat (laughs). There’s a spacious restroom, so you wear your swimsuit on the way there and change back in the restroom on the way back. If you’re prone to motion sickness, it’s best to take some medication in advance, as the boat can be quite rocky, and some people seemed to struggle with it.
午前中にイルカが集まるスポットに、イケメンガイド君が連れて行ってくれます。
ボートの上からもジャンプするイルカたちが見えて、盛り上がりは上々です。
海に入ると、イケメンガイド君の誘導で、こんなに近くにというくらい真横をキープ。水面近くを一緒に泳ぎ、感動!!! しかもイルカは何度もやってくるので、こちらも体力限界まで泳ぎました。上級者の方々は潜って写真を撮っていました。
海上には多くのボートが集まっていましたが、海に入ってしまえば人の多さはさほど気になりません。
シャワー設備はありませんが、ボートの洗い場へ同行すれば、ボートと一緒に海水を落とすことはできます(笑) 広いトイレがあるので、往きは水着着用、帰りはトイレで着替えます。
車酔いする方は、予め酔い止めを飲んだほうがよいです。ボートが結構揺れるので、かなり辛そうな方がいました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Tera
Before departing the port, we had a great start by seeing a large sea turtle up close. As we left the port and the guide began explaining the points where we could see dolphins, we encountered a pod of dolphins in less than a minute. After that, we continued to watch them in the water. The guide's explanations were clear and helpful. It was said that we were quite lucky this time. I took motion sickness medication to avoid getting seasick, and I was fully prepared, but there was no time to feel sick. However, I was quite exhausted afterward. Since they mentioned that seeing wild dolphins can depend on luck, it’s not guaranteed that every trip will be as enjoyable as this one, but I was very satisfied.
出港して港を出る前に大きなウミガメを間近で見れて幸先の良いスタート。港を出て、これからイルカのみれるポイントに・・と説明が始まった途端にイルカの群れに遭遇、1分もかかってなかったです。それから、ずっと海の中でみ続けてました。ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすくて良かったです。今回はかなり運が良かったとの事です。船酔いしない様に酔い止めの薬も飲んでバッチリ準備したのに、酔う暇もありませんでした。ただ、終わってからどっと疲れが。野生のイルカなので、運、不運があるとの事でしたので、いつも今回の様に楽しめるとは限らないそうですが、大変満足しました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: norie4948
Captain Daisuke and instructor Rei were both kind, and thanks to them, I was really able to swim with dolphins up close! I made precious memories. Thank you!
キャプテンのダイスケさん、インストラクターのレイさん、お二人とも親切で、お二人のおかげで本当に近くでイルカと泳ぐ事ができました!
大切な思い出ができました。ありがとうございます!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: mii
I was able to meet a lot of dolphins and swim quite close to them! The snorkeling spot with the coral is beautiful, although there are other seas that are even prettier, but I got to see various kinds of fish, which was lovely.
However, since everything is in English, you need to have a certain level of understanding; otherwise, you might not grasp the safety instructions, which could put the dolphins at risk or endanger yourself, so be careful!
I also got to go on other sightseeing tours!
たくさんのイルカ達に会えて結構近くで一緒に泳ぐ事が出来ました!サンゴのシュノーケルの場所は、ここより綺麗な他の海もあるけど、でもいろんな種類のお魚達に会えてキレイでした。
ただ、本当英語なのである程度理解できないと注意事項が理解できないのでイルカを危険にさらしたり、自分が危険になったりするので要注意です!
ほかにも観光に連れてってもらえましたよー!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/02 |
Reviewed by: ちぃ〜
I wanted to swim with dolphins, so I participated with my husband. Since my husband, who is Canadian, doesn't speak much Japanese, I signed up for a tour with a Japanese guide. Daisuke-san was very helpful as he also provided explanations in English. Rei-kun and Daisuke-san worked perfectly together, and we were able to encounter dolphins right away in a location close to the marina, seeing many dolphins, which made us very satisfied. I regret not being able to capture the experience on my smartphone, and I wish I had booked a GoPro instead. It was a tour I would love to join again. Thank you very much!
イルカと泳ぎたいねぇという事で主人と一緒に参加させて頂きました。
日本語があまり話せないカナダ人の主人に日本語ガイドで申し込んだのですが、ダイスケさんが英語での説明もしてくださり非常に助かりました。
レイくん、ダイスケさんの連携がバッチリで、マリーナから近い場所で、イルカと直ぐに遭遇できたうえに沢山のイルカを見れて大満足です。
せっかくベストな状態を提供して頂いてイルカが見れたのにスマホに残せてない為、Goプロを予約しておけば良かったとかなり後悔してます。また、参加したいと思ったツアーでした。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: たぬき
The staff, both at the reception and on the boat, were very friendly to us, even though we didn't understand much English. Unfortunately, at both important snorkeling points, there were only a few fish, which was disappointing. I wonder if it was due to the season or some timing issue? It was quite disappointing.
スタッフの皆さんは、受付の方も船の方も英語があまりわからない私達にとてもフレンドリーに対応してくれました。
重要なシュノーケルポイントの二ヶ所とも、チラホラと魚がいるぐらいで残念な感じでした。
時期的なものなのか?何かのタイミング的なものなのか?ガッカリでした。
アロハ、
私たちは、あなたが私たちとの体験がより良いものでなかったことをとても残念に思っています。私たちは、訪問者とハワイの美しさを共有することが大好きで、あなたがシュノーケリングの旅をもっと楽しんでいただけたらと思っています。私たちは、あなたの体験についてもっとお聞きしたいと思っており、それによって改善し、すべてのお客様がハワイを探検する素晴らしい時間を過ごせるようにしたいと考えています。
マハロ、
シー・パラダイス株式会社
Aloha,
We are so sorry you didn't have a better experience with us. We love sharing the beauty of Hawaii with visitors and wish you had enjoyed your snorkeling trip more. We would love to hear more about your time with us so we can improve and make sure every customer has a wonderful time exploring Hawaii.
Mahalo,
Sea Paradise Inc.
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| Packages: | 08:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/25 |
Reviewed by: みゅう
I had only experienced snorkeling twice before, but I decided to join based on the words on the website saying "Japanese guides provide solid support." They first checked to see if anyone was not confident in swimming and paid attention to us, but with a large group, it was clear that even two guides couldn't provide complete support. However, they explained how the wetsuits work to reassure us and quickly handed out floatation devices, doing their best to support us. Thanks to that, I managed to swim without a floatation device on my second dive. In fact, I could swim faster without it! Fortunately, we encountered dolphins right away. Instead of swimming alongside them, we positioned ourselves ahead of their path and waited for them to swim below us, which was an amazing experience. I think we floated in the sea for nearly an hour, but it felt like no time at all while chasing the dolphins. I would love to participate again.
シュノーケリングは2回しか経験がなかったですが「日本語ガイドがしっかりサポート」というHPの言葉を信じて参加してみました。
最初に泳ぎが苦手な人の確認をして気を配ってくれますが、人数が多いとさすがにガイドさん2人では手が足りなくなるので完全サポートとまではいきません。
でも、ウエットスーツの仕組みを説明して安心させてくれたり、浮き棒をすぐに渡してくれたりできる限りのサポートをしてくれます。
おかげで2回目のダイブからは浮き棒無しでもなんとか泳げました。というか、ない方が早く泳げる!
肝心のイルカは運が良く、すぐに出会えました。
イルカの横を泳ぐ訳ではなく、イルカの進路に先回りしてイルカが下を泳ぐのを待っている感じでしたが、同じ場所を泳いでる感動がありました。
おそらく1時間近く海を漂ってたと思いますが、イルカを追っていてあっという間でした。
また参加してしたいです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/23 |
Reviewed by: かおり
I encountered over 30 wild dolphins while snorkeling. I had plenty of time for snorkeling, which allowed for a valuable experience, and swimming among the pod of dolphins was amazing.
野生のイルカシュノーケリング、30頭以上のイルカと遭遇しました。
シュノーケリングの時間もたくさんとって頂いて貴重な体験ができ、イルカの群れの中で泳ぐ事もできて最高でした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/18 |
Reviewed by: 水泳大好き
We headed to a beautiful spot by boat. Since we departed in the afternoon, I was worried about the rain, but by the time we arrived at the spot, the rain had stopped and we were able to see many beautiful fish. There were also plenty of sea urchins. There was a slide, and everyone was having a great time. The snacks, juice, and fruit were very delicious, and my grandchild was very satisfied. I would love to participate again if I have the chance.
船で美しいポイントまで向かいます。午後出発だったので雨が降り心配でしたが、ポイントについたころには雨もやみ美しい魚をたくさん見ることができました。ウニもたくさん。滑り台もあり、皆さん楽しんでいました。軽食のスナック、ジュース、フルーツがとても美味しくて、孫も大満足。またチャンスがあれば参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 14:00出港(シュノーケル1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/19 |
Reviewed by: PONヨメ
If you come to the Big Island, you definitely want to go on the dolphin snorkeling tour.
I had heard that it's not easy to see them up close these days, but they searched until we found them, and I was able to go snorkeling three times!
Thank you, Aki and Jesse! I want to come back again!!!
ハワイ島に来たら、是非行きたかったイルカシュノーケリングツアー。
最近はなかなか近くで見られないと事前に伺ってましたが、
見られるまで探していただき、3度のシュノーケリングをすることが出来ました!
アキさん、ジェシー
ありがとうございました。また伺いたいです!!!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: マイクールジョ
I couldn't see many fish while snorkeling, but the boat service was excellent. The boat's restroom was clean, and of course, drinks were included, along with unlimited food from breakfast to lunch, which was a great value.
スノーケルで魚はあまり見えなかったですが、船のサービスは最高でした。船のトイレも綺麗だったし、飲み物は勿論、朝ご飯から昼ごはんまで全て放題でコスパ最高でした。
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!8:30出港<シュノーケル2.5時間> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: さばお
I was able to swim with many dolphins. According to the guide, there are days when you can only see a few, so I think I was lucky. However, I believe it was thanks to the guide's efforts in finding the right spots to see the dolphins. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.
沢山のイルカと泳ぐ事ができました。
ガイドさん曰く、数頭しか会えない日もあるとの事で、運が良かったのだと思います。
でも、イルカに会えるポイントをしっかり探して下さったお陰だと思います。
とても良い思い出になりました。有難うございます。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: ちえみん
I had no experience with snorkeling, but I was taught how to swim. Additionally, the instructor pulled me along to where the dolphins were swimming. I'm really grateful for that.
シュノーケリングの経験も無かったのですが、泳ぎ方から教えてもらいました。また、インストラクターの方がイルカが泳いでいるところまで、引っ張って連れて泳いでくれました。本当に感謝です。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: mirai
In the past, when I participated in a tour to swim with wild dolphins in Japan, they didn't come very close to me, but this time, dolphins came right in front of me!! Within about three minutes of departure, dolphins were swimming next to the boat. We quickly arrived at the pod and were able to swim with many dolphins. I was truly moved to see so many dolphins swimming right in front of me!! The guide also mentioned that we were lucky today, and we were able to enjoy snorkeling without moving around too much in the boat! At one point, Daisuke was swimming with the dolphins too, and he dove in so quickly, it was like he was a dolphin! I made sure to engrave the experience in my memory, but I later thought it would have been great to rent a GoPro to look back on it. The weather was also favorable, making it a wonderful memory. This tour allows you to arrive at the spot before other tour boats, so you can be the first to swim with the dolphins! Since it finishes in the morning, I was able to join the Mauna Kea tour in the afternoon, making for a fulfilling day. Next time, I want to participate again with a GoPro rental!
過去に一度日本で野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加した時は、
あまり近づいてくれませんでしたが、今回は目の前にイルカがきてくれました!!
出発してから3分も経たないくらいで、ボート横にイルカが泳いでいました。
すぐに群れのところに到着し、たくさんのイルカと一緒に泳ぐことができました。目の前でたくさんのイルカが泳いでいるのを見れて、本当に感動しました!!
ガイドさんも今日はラッキーと仰っていましたが、あまりボートで移動することなく、シュノーケリングを楽しむことができました!
途中だいすけさんも一緒にイルカと泳いでいましたが、あっという間に潜っていてまるでイルカのようでした!
しっかり目に焼き付けましたが、後から見返せるようにGoProレンタルをすればよかったなと思いました。
天候にも恵まれ、良い思い出になりました。
このツアーでは、他のツアーの船が来る前に、ポイントに到着できるので、一番乗りでイルカと泳ぐことができるそうです!
午前中で終わるので、午後からはマウナケアツアーに参加でき、充実した1日になりました。
次回はGoProレンタルでまた参加したいです!
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| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Sapphire
On the day of the tour, it seemed that the previous group had a hard time finding the dolphins and returned late. This meant that the tour was dedicated to ensuring we would meet the dolphins. In fact, our captain was determined to find them for us. About an hour after leaving the port, we spotted the dolphins! I could only do a flutter kick, but our guide, Aki, held my hand and encouraged me, saying, "Look down! Relax!" while we snorkeled. I was able to see a pod of dolphins up close! Of course, it’s different from seeing them in an aquarium! We continued to dive three more times while chasing the pod of dolphins. The captain made sure that all participants got to see and enjoy the dolphins. His dedication to ensuring everyone was satisfied was incredible! The only regret I have is that I participated without cash, so I couldn’t give a tip. I truly regret that. Thank you to Captain Noda and Aki, who guided me to see the dolphins! Aki is very knowledgeable about coffee. On the way back to the port, we stopped by a coffee shop, and the Kona coffee was truly delicious and not sour at all! This was also a wonderful experience from participating in the tour.
当日、前の時間帯のグループがイルカになかなか会えず戻ってくるのが遅れているようでした。…ということは、イルカに会えるまでがんばってくれるツアーということ。実際、私たちのグループにも船長が執念でイルカを探してくれました。港を出て一時間ほどで目指すイルカたちが!私はバタ足しか出来ません。が、ガイドのアキさんが手を引いてくれて、「下を見て!力を抜いて!」と激励されながら、シュノーケリング。しっかりとイルカの群れを見ました!当然ですが、水族館で見るのとは違います!その後もイルカの群れを追いかけながらさらに三回ほど潜水。参加者全員がしっかりとイルカに会い満喫するまで船を走らせてくれました。全員が満足を感じるようにという執念?がハンパじゃありません!心残りは、現金を持たずに参加したのでチップをお渡しできなかったこと。ほんとうにそれがめちゃくちゃ心残りです。船長の縄田さん、手を引いてイルカに会わせてくれたアキさん、ありがとうございました!アキさんは、コーヒーにめちゃくちゃ詳しいです。港に向かう途中でコーヒー屋さんに寄ってもらいましたが、ほんとうに美味しいコナのコーヒーは酸っぱくない!これもこのツアー参加の素敵な体験です。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Satomi
This trip to Hawaii was a long-awaited three-generation family vacation. To fulfill my 9-year-old niece's wish to swim with dolphins, we decided to participate as a family. Our family tends to be more indoorsy, and with many of us not being able to swim, we were able to enjoy ourselves safely thanks to the kind and friendly Nao and the handsome and fun Rei, who provided us with constant support. The sea conditions were terrible, and participants from other tour companies likely wouldn’t have seen any dolphins, but thanks to Nao, Rei, and the captain's persistence, we encountered a large pod of dolphins! They made our dream of swimming with dolphins come true, creating a lifelong memory. My niece was also very satisfied.
The driver, Mr. Nawata, was from Fukuoka like us, and we had a great time chatting about our hometown, making it enjoyable from start to finish! Mr. Nawata and Rei were just as handsome as they were described (laughs).
Thank you so much for the best dolphin tour! I definitely want to ask Aloha Kona Tours for help again next time!
今回のハワイ旅行は、念願の3世代旅行でした。イルカと泳ぎたい!という9歳の姪の希望を叶えるために、家族で参加を決めました。インドア派な我が家...泳げない人も多数いる中、優しくて気さくななおさんとイケメンで楽しいレイさんが付きっきりでサポートしてくださり、安心して楽しむことができました。他のツアー会社の参加者は、きっとイルカに会えなかっただろうという最悪な海のコンディションでしたが、なおさん、レイさん、船長さんが粘ってくれたおかげで、イルカの大群と遭遇!イルカたちと一緒に泳ぐ夢を叶えていただき、一生の思い出となりました(^^)姪も大満足でした。
今回送迎してくださった縄田さんは、同じ福岡出身で、地元話でとても盛り上がり最初から最後まで楽しかったです!
縄田さん、レイさんはお話通りイケメンでしたよ(笑)
最高のイルカツアー、本当にありがとうございました❤︎次回もまた、必ずアロハコナツアーズさんにお願いしたいです!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/20 |
Reviewed by: samotako
I was led by guides who never forgot their respect for dolphins on a small group tour, and even though I can't swim, I was able to encounter a pod of dolphins twice! My daughter seemed truly moved by the pod and managed to dive during all six of her attempts, seeing not only dolphins but also a large school of mackerel. My son, who usually doesn't get seasick, ended up feeling nauseous on the boat. It might have been because he wasn't used to the wetsuit. Additionally, wearing a rash guard might have been constricting for him. Even the experienced guides mentioned that they feel seasick when wearing a wetsuit, so for those who can swim, it might be better to keep things light.
少人数のツアーでイルカに対するリスペクトを忘れない姿勢のガイドさん達にリードしてもらい、泳げない私でも2度ほどイルカの群れに出会えました!
娘はイルカの群れに本当に感動したようで、6回ほどのチャレンジ全て潜り、イルカの他アジの大群なども見たようです。
息子は普段酔うタイプではないのですが、船酔いしてしまいました。ウエットスーツが慣れなかったせいもあるかもしれません。更にラッシュガードも着ていたのが体を締め付けていたのかも。
慣れてるガイドの方でもウエットスーツを着ると酔うとおっしゃってたので、泳げる方は、身軽にした方がいいかもです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/22 |
Reviewed by: ぺこち
Since there was no shuttle service, we took an Uber to the dock for $20. When we signed up for the trip, it turned out that we were the only ones on the boat. It seems that the other participants, all from English-speaking countries, were on separate boats with their families. After visiting the blowhole, we went snorkeling at Captain Cook's Cove, where we saw a lot of tropical fish. After that, we went looking for dolphins and encountered a large pod of dolphins called Captain Whale, which were about 5 meters long! We observed the dolphins from the boat.
Since we went on a small boat, here are some points to consider:
Pros: The small boat can anchor close to the coral reef, allowing us to get near the fish areas without swimming too much. With fewer people, it feels more private.
Cons: There are only two seats with backrests. The other two seats are like benches on the side, so it feels scary unless you hold onto something to avoid being thrown around. There was only one staff member who acted as both the driver and the guide. The boat goes quite fast, so motion sickness medication is a must.
送迎なしのため、船着き場まではuberで$20で行きました。4人で申し込んだところ、船に乗るのは私達だけでした。他の参加者【全員英語圏】も家族ごとに別の船だったようです。ブロウホールを見学したあと、キャプテンクック岬でシュノーケリングしました。たくさんの熱帯魚が見られます。そのあとイルカを探しに行き、キャプテンホエールという体長5mの大きなイルカの群れに遭遇できました!イルカは船上からの観察です。
小さいボートで行くので以下をご参考に。
メリット:船が小さいので珊瑚礁の近くに停泊できる。したがってあまり泳がなくても魚エリアに近づける。少人数なのでプライベート感がある。
デメリット:背もたれのある座席は2席のみ。あとの2席は側面のベンチのような椅子に座るので、何かにつかまっていないと飛ばされそうで怖い。船のスタッフは運転手兼ガイドの1名のみ。かなりスピードを出すので酔い止めは必須。
マハロ・ヌイ(ありがとうございます)!レビューと素晴らしい写真を送っていただき、感謝しています!すごいですね、パイロットクジラ!なんて素晴らしい体験でしょう。次回ビッグアイランドにいらっしゃる際には、ぜひお会いできることを願っています!私たちの冒険をInstagramとFacebookでフォローしてくださいね。#dolphindiscoverieshi
Mahalo nui for taking the time to send us a review and your photos!! They are amazing! Wow Pilot Whales!!! What an experience. We hope to see you on your next visit to the Big Island!! Follow our adventures on Instagram and Facebook #dolphindiscoverieshi
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| Packages: | Wi-Fi無料特典付き!8:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/19 |
Reviewed by: ローズマリー
First, we boarded a six-person boat and headed out to sea. There, we received instructions on how to wear a wetsuit and snorkel. Even though the sea wasn't too rough, the boat was still swaying a bit, and I started to feel a little seasick. After that, they took us to the dolphin point. Since this point is the same as many other tours, there were a lot of Japanese people there (laughs).
There were really many dolphins, and I was able to swim with one that came close. However, just floating on the waves made me feel nauseous, which was tough. After seeing the dolphins, we returned to the original shore for a 15-minute break. During that time, I felt better and really enjoyed snorkeling while watching tropical fish and coral.
Of course, I paid a little over 10% of the fee as a tip at the end.
まず6人乗りのボートに乗り、沖まで行きました。そこでウエットスーツとシュノーケリングの仕方の説明を聞きます。そんなに海が荒れてなくても揺れますので少し酔い始めました。その後イルカのポイントまで連れてってくれます。ポイントは色んなツアーと同じなので日本人が沢山いました(笑)
イルカは本当に沢山います、近くに来たイルカと泳ぐ事も出来ました、しかしに波に浮かんでるだけでも酔ってきて辛かったです。イルカを見た後一度元の岸に戻り15分休憩、その時に酔いはとれ熱帯魚と珊瑚を見るシュノーケリングもとても楽しめました、
勿論チップは料金の1割ちょい最後に払いました
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/18 |
Reviewed by: 旅人初心者
On the day, it was quite difficult to find dolphins. The guide communicated with other boats and made every effort to search for them. As a result, we were able to see a rare bottlenose dolphin just in time, and I am grateful for that encounter.
However, it felt more like "seeing dolphins swimming underwater" rather than "swimming with dolphins." Also, when the search for dolphins takes a long time like this, there is hardly any time left to enjoy snorkeling. If you don't take that into consideration, you might feel a bit disappointed.
Additionally, I personally didn't have any tips prepared, which I regretted. While it's not something you have to pay, I think it's nice to give a little something to the guide and the boat driver who worked hard for us. It would be smart to prepare a tip in addition to the fee.
当日はなかなかイルカが見つからず…。ガイドさんが他の船と連絡を取り合い、心をつくして探してくださいました。結果、ぎりぎりのところで珍しいバンドウイルカが見られ、出会いに感謝です。
ただ、「イルカと泳ぐ」ではなく、「水中で泳いでいくイルカを見る」イメージになります。また、今回のようにイルカ探しの時間が長くなると、シュノーケルを楽しむ時間はほとんどありません。それらを了承しないと空振り感があるかも。
また、私的にはチップの用意がなく、しまったなぁという思いです。払わないといけないものではないですが、いろいろ考えて動いてくださったガイドさんや船の運転手さんにぜひ心付けを。代金とは別に、チップをご用意をされていくとスマートかと思います。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/17 |
Reviewed by: かじかじ
This was my second time participating. Although only English is spoken, they responded politely even with my broken language, which made me feel at ease. My 6-year-old and 8-year-old had a blast sliding down the slide on the boat and jumping off the diving board. The hamburger lunch, with burgers grilled on the boat, was also fantastic. I will definitely participate again when I go to Hawaii Island.
今回は2回目の参加でした。英語しか通じないですが、片言でも丁寧に対応してくれて、安心して参加できます。6歳と8歳の子どもも船の滑り台から滑ったり、飛び込み台からジャンプしたりと大はしゃぎでした。船上で焼いてくれるハンバーガーをはさんでのハンバーガーの昼食も最高です。またハワイ島に行く時は参加します。
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!8:30出港<シュノーケル2.5時間> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/12 |
Reviewed by: ほーりー
We participated with our 11-year-old child. The guide took the child's hand and helped with snorkeling, allowing us beginners to enjoy it as well. Since dolphin swimming can be suspended at any time due to regulations, I recommend experiencing it sooner rather than later.
11才の子どもも一緒に参加。ガイドの方が子供の手をとりシュノーケリングをしてくれたので、初心者の我々も楽しむことができました。ドルフィンスイムは法規制でいつ中止になってもおかしくないようなので、早めに体験しておくのがお薦めです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/11 |
Reviewed by: エイト
Since it’s nature, there are days when you might not see dolphins, but I was able to see them about three times! They were incredibly fast. Additionally, I also got to see a manta ray. My husband said he even heard the dolphins' voices.
Thank you, Nawata, Naoko, and Rei. Since I can’t swim, I was able to see the dolphins thanks to Naoko pulling me toward them. The breeze on the water felt so good. The time flew by. I also really enjoyed the stories about warriors and scary tales with Rei. By the way, Rei was quite handsome! I want to see whales too, so if I can go back to the Big Island, I would love to join this tour again.
自然相手なので日によってはイルカに会えないこともあるということでしたが、なんとか3回ほどイルカを見ることができました!すごいスピードでした。さらにマンタも見ることができました。夫はイルカの声も聞いたそうです。
なわたさん、ナオコさん、レイさんありがとうございました。泳げない私はナオコさんがイルカの方に引っ張って行ってくれたおかげでイルカを見ることができました。海上の風がとにかく気持ち良かったです。あっという間の時間でした。レイさんとの武将や怖い話もとても楽しかったです。とにかくレイさんがイケメンでした笑。クジラも見てみたいので、またハワイ島に行けたらこちらのツアーに参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/30 |
Reviewed by: Hide
A typhoon was approaching, and the dolphins were somewhat far away, so we had to travel about 45 minutes from the meeting point, which is a distance we rarely go. Thanks to that, we were able to encounter a pod of dolphins. It was very enjoyable to see the dolphins jumping and swimming right in front of us. The guides were all friendly, and the conversations on the way there and back were fun as well. Thank you very much.
台風が近づいていてイルカが多少遠くにいるとの事で、集合地点から約45分と普段では滅多に行かない距離まで移動してくださいました。
そのおかげかイルカの群れに遭遇する事ができました。イルカのジャンプや目の前を泳ぐイルカを見る事が出来て、とても楽しかったです。
ガイドの方もみなフレンドリーで行き帰りの会話も楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/06 |
Reviewed by: ひまわり
About 30 minutes to an hour by boat, we encountered a pod of 100 to 200 dolphins. They were jumping and spinning all around, and I was already moved before even entering the water. Once in the water, I swam a little, and there were so many dolphins swimming right in front of me; it was incredibly touching. They were so close that I felt I could almost reach out and touch them!
Since I was in a wetsuit, I felt safe entering the water as it helped me float. Some people who were not confident swimmers were worried, but in addition to the wetsuits, they provided floatation devices, and the guide pulled the floatation device for them, which made them very happy to see the dolphins up close.
Our guide, Ray, was very engaging and considerate during the trip, making it a comfortable and enjoyable experience. It would be a real shame not to participate in a dolphin tour while visiting the Big Island!
ボートで30分~1時間くらい行ったところに100~200頭のイルカの群れがいました。
あちこちでイルカがジャンプしたりスピンしたりしていて海に入る前から感動でした。
海に入ってからは少し泳ぎますが、すぐ目の前をイルカたちがたくさん泳いでいてとても感動しました。手が届きそうなほど近くでした!
ウエットスーツなので浮くため安心して海に入れました。泳ぎが苦手な方が心配していましたが、ウエットスーツに加えて浮き具も貸してもらえててガイドさんが浮き具を引っ張ってくれたようで、「近くでイルカをみられた」と喜んでいました。
ガイドのレイさんは移動中もいろいろと話をしてくれたり気遣いをしてくれてとても居心地のいい楽しい時間を過ごせました。ハワイ島にきてイルカのツアーに参加しないのはかなりもったいないです!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/07 |
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