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プライベートチャーター ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング+イルカウォッチングツアー!GoProレンタルあり<午前/日本語ガイド>

Dolphin tour イルカツアー

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

On January 7th, I participated in a honeymoon tour.

The weather was great, and within about 30 minutes of departing from the harbor, we encountered many dolphins!

It seems that the dolphins commonly found around the Big Island are Hawaiian spinner dolphins, and true to their name, we were able to see them spin-jumping!!

I was so moved that I even forgot to take pictures...

Then, we went into the water. I could hear their calls, and the dolphins were swimming right next to us; it was truly an emotional experience!

The captain and the swim guides were incredibly kind and passionate about dolphins, making it a thoroughly satisfying tour!! Thank you so much☆

On the way back, we were lucky enough to see a mother and baby whale!!

If I have the chance to visit the Big Island again, I would definitely want to repeat this tour^^ I highly recommend it☆

1月7日に、ハネムーンで参加させていただきました。

天気も良く、港から出航して30分もたたないくらいで、たくさんのイルカちゃんたちに出会えました~!

ハワイ島によくいるイルカは、飛ぶ時にスピンをするハワイアンスピナードルフィンが多いみたいなのですが、その名のとおり、スピンジャンプも見ることができました!!

感動で、写真をとるのも忘れるほど・・

そして、いざ海の中へ。
鳴き声も聞こえたし、イルカちゃんたちが間近で泳いでいて、本当に感動でした!

キャプテンやスイムガイドのみなさんも、本当に親切で、イルカ大好きな方々で、本当に大満足のツアーでした!!ありがとうございました☆

帰りには、ラッキーなことに、クジラの親子にも会えました!!

またハワイ島に行く機会があれば、ぜひリピートしたいツアーです^^おすすめです☆

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

It was fun!! 楽しかった!!

Reviewed by: HOLLY

I participated in a company trip. On the day of the trip, the wind wasn't too strong and it was warm, which was great. Additionally, we saw more whales than expected, and I was especially moved when I saw a whale dive up close. To keep the participants engaged, the driver occasionally drove a bit roughly for fun, which made for a satisfying experience. I think it's something you should definitely try at least once when you visit the Big Island.

会社の社員旅行で参加しました。
当日は、風もそんなに強くなく、暖かかったので良かったです。また、当日はクジラが思いのほか多く見れてたし、特に、クジラのダイブを間近に見たときは凄く感動しました。
また、参加者が飽きないように、時々荒い運転をして楽しましたりと、満足できる内容でした。ハワイ島に行ったときは、一度は体験するべきだと思います。

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Sure! 是非!

Reviewed by: hawaiiらぶ

I had a great time! I was able to have a unique experience that can only be found on the Big Island of Hawaii. We were lucky enough to encounter dolphins right away, and we even heard the sounds of whales. The guides were very kind, and I had a wonderful time talking with others who were participating in the tour.

とても楽しかった!ハワイ島ならではの経験ができました。私たちは運がよくすぐにイルカちゃん達に出会うことができ、さらにクジラの鳴き声まで聞くことが出来ました。ガイドの方達はとても親切にしてくれ、一緒にツアーに参加されていた方ともお話をしたりして、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。

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Posted on: 2013/02/22
Activity Date: 2013/02/05

プライベートチャーター ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング+イルカウォッチングツアー!GoProレンタルあり<午前/日本語ガイド>

I was thrilled to swim with the dolphins! イルカちゃんと泳げて感激!

Reviewed by: Ritsuko

I have participated in dolphin watching tours before, but this was my first time swimming with dolphins, and I definitely wanted to try it out.

My impression was that it was more wonderful than I had imagined. I could see the dolphins swimming up close, and their faces were clearly visible. I was surprised by how many there were! When I looked around, there were so many everywhere!

I had heard that swimming with dolphins is healing, and it truly was. I wanted to swim with them forever.

On top of that, we saw a lot of whales that day as well. It was my first experience seeing such large whales up close. The captain and Daisuke, who is from the same hometown, were very kind, and it was a fun tour.

Before participating, I thought the price was a bit high, but it was worth it, and I realized that such an experience is hard to come by.

If I have the opportunity to go to the Big Island again, I would definitely like to participate again. Thank you very much.

イルカウォッチングツアーは参加したことがありますが、イルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーは初めてで、是非やってみたく参加しました。

感想は、想像以上に素晴らしかったです。すぐ近くで泳ぐイルカが顔まではっきり見えました。数の多さにびっくり!回り見渡すとあっちにもこっちにもいっぱい!

イルカと泳ぐと癒されるって聞きましたが、本当にそうでした。いつまでも、一緒に泳いでいたかったです。

おまけに、この日は、クジラもたくさん見えました。近くであんなに大きなクジラを見たのも、初めての体験でした。
キャプテンや同郷のダイスケさんも、とても親切で、楽しいツアーでした。

参加前、料金が少し高いなぁと思いましたが、それだけの価値はあるし、これだけの経験はなかなかできないと思いました。

またハワイ島に行く機会があれば、また是非参加したいです。有難うございました。

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

It was fun!☆ 楽しかったです☆

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I participated in this tour on my first visit to the Big Island! There were easy-to-understand explanations in English.

If you're Japanese and not very confident in English, it can feel a bit daunting, so I recommend actively trying to communicate even if you don't understand everything!

It was a luxury to see both dolphins and whales, and to swim with the sea turtles while snorkeling!

It was a wonderful day.

初めてのハワイ島で、このツアーに参加しました!
わかりやすいく英語の説明もありました。

日本人で英語が積極的ではないとアウェイな感じになるので
わからなくても積極的にコミュニケーションをとることをお薦めします!

イルカもホエルも見れて
ホヌともシュノーケルで泳げる贅沢でした!

素敵な一日でした

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

The Earth is round! Apply sunscreen thoroughly. 地球は丸い!日焼け止めは念入りに。

Reviewed by: ひなき

I’m not good with fast vehicles, so I hesitated, but I participated at my daughter's request. It was less bumpy than I expected, and I enjoyed the feeling of running over the lush blue sea. Along the way, I looked around and saw the horizon was round. The captain found and retrieved a floating bottle, which impressed me. We were lucky to encounter whales and dolphins both going and coming back! When they were spotted, they slowly approached us, and the boat stopped for a while.

I wasn't confident about snorkeling, so I borrowed a life jacket and a kickboard, which allowed me to swim with peace of mind. The seawater was very cold. I was glad I wore a rash guard, but those who only wore swimsuits quickly returned to the boat. I was satisfied with the clear sea and many fish.

Back on the boat, there were snacks, fruits, and drinks. However, as soon as I got back on the boat, I suddenly needed to use the restroom, and I struggled to hold it in on the way back. It was tough.

For those who need to use the restroom frequently, I think it's better to choose a large boat with a restroom. We snorkeled in the same area. I misunderstood and thought we would go inside a cave, but we only went near it and received an explanation. I couldn't understand what was being said due to my lack of English skills. They provided a Japanese paper at the beginning, so I didn't have trouble with snorkeling.

I applied sunscreen multiple times, but my ears, cheekbones, and nose got sunburned. It’s better to apply more than you think! The initial anxiety quickly faded, and it was a fun optional activity.

スピードのある乗り物は苦手なので、迷いましたが、娘の希望で参加。思ったより揺れず、青々とした海を走る気持ちよさを味わえました。途中、見渡すと地平線が丸い。キャプテンが浮いている瓶を見つけて回収。感心しました。行き帰りともクジラ・イルカに出会えてラッキー! 見つけるとゆっくりと近寄り、しばらくボートを止めてくれます。 シュノーケリング場所では自信がなかったので、ライフジャケットとビート板まで貸り、安心して泳げました。  海水はとても冷たい。ラッシュガードを着ていたから良かったけど、水着だけで参加していた人は、すぐにボートへ戻っていました。 透明な海とたくさんの魚で満足しました。   ボートに戻ってお菓子・果物・飲み物。ただ、ボートに上がったとたんトイレに行きたくなり、帰りの時間はトイレを我慢するのに必死。 つらかった。

トイレが近い人は、大型ボートでトイレつきの船を選んだほうがいいと思う。同じ場所でシュノーケリングをします。洞窟の中に入るのか・・と勘違い。洞窟の近くに行き、説明を受けるだけでした。これは英語能力がないので、何を言っているのか分からなかった。最初に日本語の紙をくれるのでシュノーケリングには困りませんが。
  日焼け止めは何回も付けたけど、耳や頬の出っ張り、鼻が焼けてしまいました。つけすぎ!と思うぐらいにしたほうがよい。 最初の不安がすぐ消える、楽しいオプショナルでした。

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Posted on: 2013/01/31

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation

Mauna Kea lived up to my expectatio

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I expected this trip would be a magical chance to get to stand "on top of the world" and watch the sunset and see the stars. It was indeed spectacular. The stargazing portion was really geared towards people who are absolute astronomy beginners, so if youre an amateur astronomer you'll be a little disappointed that you don't get to see more. But the guides were great the whole time giving a great history of the Big Island ranging from botany to politics to Volcano development. Don't expect a very lively time, if you're there as an individual it's a quiet, lonely world up there. but would be great as an adventurous couple to see something totally out of the ordinary.

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ワイピオ渓谷 乗馬ツアー 絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 <午前・午後/英語ガイド> by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

Waipi'o Valley horseback riding ワイピオ渓谷乗馬

Reviewed by: HI!

For some reason, all 10 participants were Japanese. Since it was the second choice of dates, could it be that the organizers controlled it to turn out that way? However, it was English-only, and there were no problems at all; it was my first experience with horseback riding, and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

なぜか参加者10名全員が日本人でした。第二希望の日程だったので、ひょっとするとそうなるように主催者側でコントロールしている? でも英語オンリーでしたが、全く問題なく、乗馬初体験でしたが充分楽しめました。

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

Enjoying Zodiac in Hawaii Island! ハワイ島でゾディアック☆大満喫☆

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

This month (January 2013), I participated with my husband.

On the day of the event, I was worried that it might be canceled due to high waves, but we drove to the meeting point with a rental car.

Regarding the waves, there was absolutely no problem. After signing in at the reception, I changed into my swimsuit. I slathered on sunscreen because the Hawaiian sun can be intense.

Once on the Zodiac, they kept asking if I had applied enough sunscreen. The guide had sunscreen available, so it was okay to borrow some there. In fact, I did borrow it. Thank you!

As we left the harbor, we were waved off by a sea turtle floating in the harbor.

Bouncing along, we quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. They are said to be the second largest species of dolphin, and I thought they were small whales.

The guide shared various information about the fish and islands, but due to the wind noise and my limited English, I understood very little. However, he was a nice guy.

Now, getting back on track, we headed south from the harbor towards the Sheraton, and the snorkeling took place in Kealakekua Bay, which is not affected by swells.

It was almost my first time snorkeling, but they provided something like a float, and since it was close to the shore and the boat, and the guide was watching over us, I felt safe and wasn't scared at all. I was very satisfied to see colorful tropical fish hiding among the corals up close. The sea urchins were super big.

When we got hungry, we were given sandwiches, snacks, and juice. It was all gone in no time.

On the way back, we encountered not only dolphins but also whales. They came quite close, within a few dozen meters, and everyone was super excited.

The boat was going really fast, so on the way there, I was tense, clinging to the rope and my husband to avoid falling off, but on the way back, I discovered how to brace myself and was able to relax quite a bit.

In the end, I gave a tip to the guide who took care of us, but many people didn't give one, so it's really up to you. It's the thought that counts.

Since I get cold easily, I used a towel and a hoodie to shield myself from the wind during the ride. Also, for those concerned about sunburn, you might need to hold your hat down with your hand to prevent it from blowing away, so having a hat might be a good idea.

今月(2013年1月)、夫と二人で参加してきました。

当日は、波が高く、中止になるのかなぁと心配しつつ、
レンタカーで、集合場所まで行きました。

波については、まったくのノープロブレム。受付で名前を書いたら、水着にお着替え。
日焼け止めをベトベトと塗ります。ハワイの日差しはやばそうですからね。

ゾディアックに乗ると、しつこいくらい、日焼け止めを塗ったか確認されます。
ガイドが日焼け止めを持っているので、そこで貸してもらってもOKです。というか借りました。
さんきゅー。

港から出るときは、たまたま港内に浮かんでいたウミガメさんに見送ってもらいました。

ボンボン揺られながら、沖にでると、早速イルカの群れに遭遇。2番目に大きい種類のイルカだそうで、小さいくじらかと思いました。

ガイドさんが、魚や島のことについて色々教えてくれるのですが、風音と英語が苦手なせいで、殆どわからんちんでした。でも、ナイスガイでしたわー。

さて、話が逸れましたが、港からシェラトン方面にずっと南下して、シュノーケリングは、うねりの影響を受けない、ケアラケクア湾で行いました。

シュノーケリングは、殆ど初めてでしたが、浮き輪みたいなものも貸してくれたし、岸や船からも近いし、ガイドさんも見ててくれるので安心感があり、全然怖くなかったです。
色とりどりの熱帯魚がサンゴにかくれんぼしている姿が間近に見れて、大満足でした。ウニ超でかいです。

お腹が空いたら、サンドイッチとスナックとジュースが貰えます。ペロリでした。

帰りは、いるかに加えて、くじらにも遭遇。数十メートルの距離でまで、近寄ってきて、みんな、大興奮でした。

ボートはすごいスピードなので行きはロープや主人にしがみついて落ちないように緊張していましたが、帰りには踏ん張るコツというのを発見しかなりリラックスして乗船できました。


最後は、お世話になったガイドさんにチップを渡しましたが、渡してない人も多数いたので、どちらでも良いですね。気持ち気持ち。

私は寒がりなので、移動中は、タオルとパーカーで風を防御していました。
あと、日焼けが気になる方は、風で飛ばされないように、手で押さえなければならないですが、帽子もあったほうがよいかもですね。

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

The language barrier... 語学の壁が・・・

Reviewed by: mino

I think the tour itself is very interesting, but there is a language barrier...

I would recommend it to those who can speak English, but I feel it might be tough for those who cannot. However, it seems that there is a good chance of encountering dolphins and whales.

If you can speak English, definitely give it a try!

ツアー自体は大変面白いと思いますが、語学の壁が・・・。

英語が話せる方にはお勧めですが、英語が話せない方には厳しいかなと感じました。
しかし、イルカ・鯨にはかなりの確立であえるみたいです。

英語が話せる方は是非参加してみてください。

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

So much fun!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

My husband and I went on this trip as a wedding present from my brother on our honeymoon and we had a blast! It was great to be able to be in a kayak together. The places we saw, and the stories we were told were awesome. There was even a surprise cliff jump! It's a great way to see a beautiful side to the Big Island!

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Hawaiian Canoe Paddling Tour Adventure from Waikoloa on Hawaii Island - Hulakai

Very cool experience!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Canoe surfing was a lot of fun! It is like surfing on a canoe. Our 4 yo and 6 yo kids loved it, too. It does take a lot of effort on the adults part so be prepared to paddle. Our guide was excellet. We had some great conversation while waiting for each set to roll in. It was definitely worth the price for this experience. We did show up when originally scheduled, but the waves weren't big enough so they promised to call us when it would be better to come out. As promised they called us the next morning (they offered a whale watch if the waves weren't good enough before we had to leave). We were glad we re-arranged our schedule to do this. We will probably do it again when we go back.

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ワイピオ渓谷 乗馬ツアー 絶景のなかを気軽に乗馬体験 <午前・午後/英語ガイド> by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

Horseback riding in nature. 自然の中で乗馬

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

We proceed in a line through the mountains. My friend, who was experiencing horseback riding for the first time, was very happy and enjoying it. I was hoping to see the ocean from horseback, but we followed a route that went through the mountains, only occasionally catching glimpses of waterfalls. All the explanations during the ride were in English, so Japanese was not understood. Perhaps because of that, the tour guide was chatting happily with the Western families. However, they were very friendly and kind. The reception is at the counter of a gift shop, which makes it a bit confusing, and since it also serves as a meeting point for other tours, it can get chaotic during the gathering. After checking in and using the restroom, I recommend listening carefully inside the shop.

山の中を一列になって進みます。
乗馬初体験の友人も大喜びで楽しんでいました。
馬上から海を見れるのかなと期待していましたが、ずっと山の中の道を進むルートでたまに滝が見える程度でした。
乗馬中の説明は全て英語なので日本語は通じません。そのせいかツアーガイドの方も欧米のファミリーと話が弾んでいました。でもとても笑顔で親切でしたよ。
受付が雑貨屋のカウンターなので解りにくい事と、他のツアーの集合場所にもなっているので集合の時に混乱します。
受付とトイレを済ませたらお店の中で耳を済ませている事をおすすめします。

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

Great Trip on New Year's Eve

Reviewed by: Steve Frey

Our guide provided a trip filled with interesting history, fun facts, and a great stargazing discussion! Probably the best activity we did on our Big Island vacation.

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Hula Kai Kona First Class Snorkel Tour - 2 Snorkeling Stops, Breakfast & Lunch

always great

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We've done this trip a few time, and it's always great. The food is good. Staff is Great. Boat is still tip top. Had some high surf that limited where we could go, and we had to deal with some of the new regulations by Capt Cook Monument, but the staff was on top of it, and we didn't miss a beat. Well worth it.

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ハワイ島 コハラコースト サンセットセーリング <軽食&飲み放題付き>

The sunset over the ocean is wonderful. 海の上の夕日はすてきです

Reviewed by: ぴい

It was my first time in Hawaii. I wanted to see the sunset in Hawaii from a boat, so I decided to sign up for an English activity.

We were the only Japanese couple there. However, the other participants and the staff were all very kind, and we had a wonderful time. We even saw wild whales!

The food had a lot of meat. I wish there had been a bit more vegetables. The cocktails and dessert cake were very delicious.

初めてのハワイでした。
ハワイのサンセットを船の上で見てみたいと思い、英語のアクティビティだったのですが思い切って申し込んでみました。

日本人は私たち夫婦のみ。でも周りの参加者もスタッフのみなさんも優しくて、とてもいい時間を過ごすことができました。
野生のクジラも見られましたよ(^^)

お料理はお肉が多かったですね。もう少し野菜が欲しかったかな。カクテルとデザートのケーキはとてもおいしかったです。

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Great activity

Reviewed by: Catherine

Excellent crew, clear water, lots of fish.... Great fun!

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

It was a bit disappointing. ちょっとショボカッタ

Reviewed by: ぴーす

This might be what a hotel luau is like... Previously, I attended a luau on Maui that was really great, so this might be a gap in comparison... The difference is that the entertainment, like the hula dance, was lacking. I was expecting something more dynamic. The food wasn't bad, but it was just okay. There were few drink options. Maybe Kinkame is in a small space.

ホテルのルアウだとこんなもんなのかもしれない・・・
以前、マウイ島で参加したルアウがすごく良かったので、そのギャップかもしれない・・・何が違うかと言うと、フラダンス等のエンタが寂しい。もっとダイナミックなものを期待していた。食事は悪くはなかったが、まあまあ。飲み物の種類が少なかった。キンカメは場所が狭いのかな。

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Dear Peace,
We sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations during your time in Hawaii. Our luau show is generally well-regarded for its highlights, but we appreciate your feedback and will consider it as an important point for improvement. We would be delighted to have another opportunity to help you create wonderful memories on the Big Island.
With our apologies and best wishes,

ぴーす様
せっかくのハワイの時間をご満足いただけず誠に申し訳ございませんでした。
こちらのルアウショーは見所のあるショーとして評価をいただいておりますが、大切なご意見として今後の課題にさせていただきたいと感じました。
またハワイ島でぴーす様のよい思い出づくりになれるチャンスがあれば嬉しく思います。
お詫びと祈りを込めて

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

Thrilling ocean rafting! 迫力満点のオーシャンラフティング!

Reviewed by: Mit

I participated in the monitor campaign with Aran1 and boarded the Zodiac. The tour was a 5-hour trip with a lunch included, departing at 10 AM. We took a taxi from our hotel in Kona to the meeting point at Honokohau Harbor and arrived without any trouble. Besides the two of us, there were no other Japanese participants, and the group was quite international, with members from various countries visiting for tourism. Therefore, all the procedures and interactions during the boarding were in English. However, I don't think those who are not confident in English will have too much trouble, as difficult English is hardly necessary. Additionally, they provided supplementary materials in Japanese during the initial procedures, so I think you'll have a general understanding of what is being said.

At first glance, the boat surprised me as it was just a rubber boat. It was my first experience with rafting, and I was excited to see what ocean rafting would be like, but it was even more intense than I expected, racing across the sea with great excitement. You can experience thrills like a roller coaster, hitting waves and falling off them. However, this rubber boat is said to be military-grade, so it was very stable.

While it's easy to focus on the rafting part, the basics are also well covered. First, we snorkeled in Kealakekua Bay, where Captain Cook's monument is located! Just a little below the surface, there was a beautiful expanse of coral reefs and tropical fish. The water clarity was excellent, probably around 25 meters. Since it was January, the water temperature felt a bit chilly, but the foreigners didn't seem to mind the cold too much. However, once you get back on the boat from the sea, the sun's rays are very strong, making it quite warm. In fact, it's so strong that if you don't apply enough sunscreen, you could get burned. The lunch after snorkeling was a sandwich, and it was delicious.

On the way back, they explained various spots along the west coast of the Big Island. We were also fortunate enough to see schools of whales and dolphins during the rafting, which was a bonus. This tour is not just about going snorkeling; the boat ride itself is an attraction, making it a two-in-one experience. I had a great time. However, there is no restroom on the boat, so I think it would be a challenge if you don't take care of that before boarding. If you want to enjoy snorkeling at a leisurely pace, it might be better to take a larger boat.

今回Aran1さんのモニターキャンペーンを利用しゾディアック号に乗船してきました。コースは10時出発ランチ付の5時間ツアーです。コナのホテルからタクシーに乗って集合場所のホノコハウハーバーまで向かいましたが迷うことも無くすんなり到着しました。参加者は私たち2人以外日本人はおらず、いろいろな国から観光に来ている国際色豊かなメンバーでした。ということで、もちろん手続きや乗船中のやりとりは全て英語となります。ただし、難しい英語はほとんど必要ないので英語が苦手という人でもそれほど困ることはないと思います。また、最初の手続き時に日本語で書かれた補足資料を渡してくれるので、何を言っているのか大体の見当はつくと思います。
ボートは最初見て驚きましたが本当にただの(?)ゴムボートです。ラフティング経験は初めてで、しかもオーシャンラフティングということでどんなもんかワクワクしていましたが、予想以上に激しく海の上を走り迫力満点でした。波にぶつかったり、波から落ちたりさながらジェットコースターのようなスリルを味わえます。しかしこのゴムボートは米軍仕様とかで安定感は抜群でした。
ラフティング部分に注目しがちですが、それ以外の基本もばっちりおさえています。まずはクック船長のモニュメントがあるケアラケクア湾でのスノーケリング!水面から少し潜るとそこは一面のさんご礁とトロピカルな魚達がとてもきれいでした。海の透明度も抜群で25mはあるかと思います。1月ということもあり水温は肌寒く感じられましたが、外国人の方々はあまり寒そうではないようでした。しかし、海から船に上がると太陽の日差しがとても強いのでとても暖かいです。というより強すぎるので日焼け止めは十分に塗っておかないと火傷をします。スノーケリング後のランチはサンドイッチでしたが、これがまたおいしかったです。
帰りはハワイ島西海岸の各スポットについて説明してくれました。また、ラフティング中にクジラやイルカの群れを見ることもできお得でした。
ただスノーケルに行くだけでなく、船での移動そのものがアトラクションになっている本ツアーは1粒で2度おいしいというかんじです。とても楽しむことができました。ただし、船にはトイレがないので乗船前に済ましておかないと大変だと思います。またゆっくりスノーケルだけを楽しみたいということであれば大きな船に乗っていくツ

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ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&シュノーケルリングツアー <英語ガイド/食事付き>

It's a gang of the sea, a pirate ship!! 海のギャング、海賊船だ!!

Reviewed by: Tommy

I went to the port without knowing much about the Zodiac boat, and it turned out to be just a black rubber boat with an engine. I was surprised that 18 people would fit on it! Since Hawaii Island is a small island floating in the Pacific, the waves were very high, and I felt a bit anxious about whether we could really go out on this. The cheerful captain revved the engine, lifted the Zodiac onto the sea, and made it glide over the waves. The speed was just like a jet ski. We could tilt the boat and turn just like surfing. Being lightweight, it could do anything! It felt like we were on a pirate ship. Sitting on the edge of the boat, we genuinely flew over the waves like flying fish!

We snorkeled near Captain Cook's monument. The water was really cold!! But it was so clear, and we enjoyed seeing beautiful tropical fish. While diving, I heard popping sounds, as if dolphins were communicating or something. After enjoying snorkeling for a while, we got cold and were the first to get out of the water, but the foreigners swam for over 10 minutes longer without any problem. The lunch on the boat after snorkeling was delicious. Then, the captain took us to a spot where we could see dolphins. I was moved, but after seeing the dolphins swim quickly, I felt exhausted just watching from the Zodiac. I was really glad to be back on land.

You can get the instructions in Japanese, but the language is in English. I didn’t feel like reading the instructions on the boat, so it’s definitely more fun if you understand English. You can really enjoy the cheerful activities with the foreigners.

ゾディアック号がどんな船かよく知らずに港に行ったら、エンジンがついているだけの黒のゴムボート。これに18人乗るからびっくり(<=すみません)!ハワイ島は、太平洋に浮かんでいる小さな島なので、波がとても高く、ほんとにこれでいくのかいな~、と一抹の不安がよぎりました。陽気な船長さんは、エンジンをブインブインうならせて、ゾディアック号を海の上に持ち上げ、波の上を滑るように走らせました。そのスピードはまさにジェットホイール。そして、サーフィンみたいに自由自在に船を傾けてカーブを切っていきます。軽いからなんでもできるんですね~。こりゃもうあれくれボート、海賊船です。船のヘリにお尻を乗せて座っている私たちは、本気で波の上をトビウオみたいに飛びました!
シュノーケリングはクック船長の碑の前あたりで行いました。水がとってもつめたい!!でもすごく透明で、綺麗な熱帯魚が楽しめました。潜っているとぱちぱち音がしていて、イルカかなんかが交信してたみたいです。
十分シュノーケリングを楽しんだ私たちは、体が冷えてしまって一番に海からあがりましたが、外人さんは平気で私たちより10分以上長く泳いでいました。シュノーケルの後の船の上のランチは美味しかったな~。それから、船長さんが、「いるか」がいる場所に連れて行ってくれました。感動したのですが、ゾディアック号でへとへとの私は、いるかの高速な泳ぎを見ているだけでどっと疲れが出ました。陸にもどってこられて、本当に良かったです。
説明書は日本語版をもらえますが、言葉は英語。船の上で説明書を読む気がしないので、英語がわかる方が断然楽しいです。まさに陽気な外人さんのアクティビティーが楽しめましす。

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Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's

Kayaking and Caves

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

An awesome way to spend Christmas Morning! This was part of many firsts for our family: our first trip to Hawaii, first time kayaking in the ocean, first time snorkeling, .... We had a wonderful time. My husband and I shared a Kayak and our son had his own. All of us had a wonderful time. My husband and son even jumped off the cliff! My only disappointment was I wish I had some photos of us during the experience.

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伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

First experience 初体験 

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I was expecting a traditional hula dance show for my first time, but it turned out to be a well-produced performance.

初めての フラダンスショー 伝統てなものを期待してましたが良くできたショーアップされたものでした 

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Thank you for choosing Island Breeze Luau for your first luau show. It is a great honor.
I hope you were satisfied.
We would be delighted to welcome you again when you visit the Big Island.
With Aloha.

初めてのルアウショーにアイランドブリーズルアウをお選びいただきありがとうございます。とても光栄です。
ご満足いただけていたら幸いです。
またハワイ島に訪れられる際は、お越しいたけると嬉しいです。
Alohaを込めて

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ハワイ島 パラセイリング <午前・午後/カイルアコナ発> by UFO Parasail

It feels great! 気持ちいい~

Reviewed by: ふー

We participated as a family of four with two middle school children. Since we went by rental car, we were unsure about the parking system, but the staff kindly came out of the store to explain it to us. After that, we boarded with some American ladies, and off we went. Everyone was very cheerful, and there were smiles all around on the boat! The kids were scared at first, but they got excited about the view from above and said it was amazing.

 中学生の子供2人と家族4人で参加しました。
 レンタカーで行ったので、駐車場の仕組みがわからずにいると、わざわざお店から出てきてくれて、教えていただきました。その後、アメリカ人のおばさま方と乗船し、出発です。みんなとても陽気な方々で、ボートの上は終始笑顔!!
 子供たちは最初は怖がっていましたが、上空からの景色に興奮し、最高だったと言っていました。

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ハワイ島 パラセイリング <午前・午後/カイルアコナ発> by UFO Parasail

Parasailing パラセーリング

Reviewed by: イノエツ

Parasailing was so much fun. My mother has limited mobility and is in a wheelchair, but the captain and staff helped her to the boat so she could watch. They were very kind, and I am grateful. Our whole family was able to enjoy it together. I highly recommend it!

パラセーリングとても楽しかったです。
母は体が不自由で車いすなのですがキャプテンとスタッフの人がボートまで手を引いてくれて見学することができました。
とても親切で感謝しています。
家族全員で楽しむことができました。
おすすめです!!

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ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー 滑り台や飛び込み台完備の船で行く!<午前・午後/英語ガイド/食事付>by フェアウィンド号

66 years old (me), 63 years old (wife), 88 years old (mother-in-law), the three of us. 66歳(私).63歳(妻).88歳(妻の母親)3人で

Reviewed by: 小野塚台の食いしん坊

We participated in the morning plan on February 2, 2012, and all three of us were very satisfied!! I've been to Hawaii about ten times, but since coming to the Big Island, I've fallen in love with this place and have been coming here for four consecutive years. I usually stay at a condominium in Waikoloa, but this time we also spent two nights in Hilo and were satisfied after seeing the red flames of Kilauea at night before returning to our "home" in Waikoloa.

I usually play around snorkeling in the nearby sea. I was interested in this tour and wanted to go, but I thought it wouldn't be right to go alone while leaving my wife and grandmother behind. However, I reconsidered because:

1. The boat is large and stable.
2. It has clean restrooms.
3. Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and fruit are included.

With these conditions, my grandmother could just enjoy watching from the boat.

I was deeply moved and impressed after participating for the first time. My English is limited to what I learned in middle school, so I was worried. Luckily, there was a young Japanese sister on board, and I asked her to help me if I didn't understand something, but I managed to get by on my own.

Along the way, we saw whales, and just before we arrived at our destination, we were welcomed by a pod of dolphins. The staff and crew were enthusiastic and cool, and their commitment to ensuring each guest had a great time was palpable.

The sea was clear, with coral reefs and schools of tropical fish. Most of the guests seemed to be Americans, and everyone, young and old, was lively and friendly. There was no need for words...

Honestly, I wish I understood more English. The beautiful and clean boat eased my grandmother's initial worries, and she even asked, "When are we going again?"

Even without getting in the water, she enjoyed watching everyone play in the beautifully clear coral reef from the boat. The staff filmed the experience, so I quickly purchased the video and watch it from time to time.

My younger brother, who was watching it with me, is retiring this year, and he wants us all to go together as a celebration, so we’ve already made a reservation for February 14, 2013. I’m looking forward to it!

Whether in winter or summer, the water is nice, but it can be cold when you get back on the boat, so I need to remember to bring a large towel or a yacht parka.

The most important thing is to "have fun together." Among the things to bring for this tour, it mentions bringing sunglasses and also an "adventurous spirit." I really love this feeling.

I can't wait to go again!

2012年2月2日のモーニングプランに参加し、3人とも大満足!!
ハワイ旅は10回位ですが、ハワイ島に来てからここが大好きになって4年連続で来ています。いつもワイコロアのコンドミニアムがメインですが、今回はヒロにも2泊して夜のキラウエアの赤い炎も見て満足してからワイコロアの「我が家?」に。
何時もは近くの海でシュノーケルしたりして遊んでいました。私はこのツアーに興味を持って『行きたい』と思っていましたが妻とお婆ちゃんを残して一人で行ってもナー。とあきらめていましたが、
1.この船は大きくて、揺れない。
2.きれいなトイレが付いている。
3.朝食、昼食、飲み物、果物付き。
この条件ならお婆ちゃんは、船の上で見ていればイツカー。
と、初めて参加してみて感激、感動。
私の英語は、中学の義務教育のみで心配、たまたま若い姉妹の日本の方がいらしたので「わからない時は、助けてネ」とアプローチお願いしましたが何とか自力でクリアー出来ました。
途中、鯨も見えて、現場に付く直前にイルカの群れの歓迎です。
スタッフ、クルーのテンションの高さとカッコよさ、そして安全配慮と、お客様を一人一人どうやって楽しましてやろうという気持ちがガンガン伝わって来ます。
海は透明、珊瑚礁と、熱帯魚の群れ。
ほとんどのお客様はアメリカ人~ だと思いますが皆さん老いも若きも元気、元気。とってもフレドリーで楽しい。
言葉、いらない・・・・
本音は「もっと英語がわかればナー」
綺麗な船で清潔なので,・・・・当初、心配していたお婆ちゃん「今度、いつ行くノー」だって。
海に入らなくても、船上から綺麗に澄んだ珊瑚礁で遊んでいる皆を見ていて楽しんでいます。
スタッフがビデオを撮ってくれていたので早速購入して時々見ています。
これを一緒に見ていた弟も、今年定年退職なので記念に皆で行きたいということで、
2013年2月14日また、予約してしまいました。楽しみでーす。
冬でも夏でも、・・・海の中は良いのですが船に上がった時寒いときがあるようなので大きいタオルや、ヨットパーカーなど忘れないように気をつけよう。
一番大切なことは、「皆で思い切り楽しむ」ことかな。
このツアーにも、持って行くものの中にサングラス等と一緒に
【冒険心】と書いてあります。
この気持ち、だーい好きです。
また

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Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]

Whales & Cocktails

Reviewed by: Ryan & Kate Weichman

Nate and the rest of the crew did a very nice job with the cruise. They were cordial, knowledgeable, and very helpful (thanks to Nate for keeping my mai-tais full and even finding a non-alcoholic drink for my pregnant wife :-)). Although we didn't see any whales the cruise was still very fun and the cocktails were fantastic!

"Hawaii Activities" could have done a much better job at communicating with us and Ocean Sports about where to meet. We were told to meet in the lobby of the Marriott for a shuttle... The shuttle never came and we had to do all the leg work to find out that we could have simply went out to the Ocean Sports hut right out on the beach in front of the Marriott. Concentrate on the details instead of the money please.

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キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 水~土曜日10:30限定で日本語パイロットのリクエスト可能<フライト100分/英語パイロット/ワイコロアヘリポート>

The view that can only be seen from a helicopter is amazing. ヘリでしかわからない景色が見れて最高

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

Since the ocean entry of lava is currently unavailable, I opted for a helicopter tour. I was worried because it had been cloudy until the day before, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see breathtaking views. There were past craters scattered around, allowing us to witness the remnants of previous lava flows and observe how lava changes over time. The contrast between dry and rainy areas was also visible, giving us a sense of nature's dynamism. We could see roads cut off by lava flows, lava within the currently active Puʻu ʻŌʻō crater (which was a bit far away, and I wished we could get a little closer), and people walking towards the ocean entry. It was a comprehensive view of everything related to lava.

I took a lot of photos, but I was surprised at how different the intensity of the actual experience was compared to the pictures when I looked at them later. It was an impressive flight, and I would love to fly again by helicopter when lava activity becomes more active. The people who picked us up, the helicopter mechanics, the reception staff, and the pilot were all very kind, making it a truly enjoyable flight.

Laveのオーシャンエントリーが現在はないとのことで、ヘリにしました。
前日まで曇りで心配しましたが、快晴に恵まれ、迫力のある景色が見れました。
過去の噴火口があちこちにあり、過去のlaveの流れたあとを目にすることができるし、時の流れでlaveがどのように変化するか、乾燥地帯と多雨地帯の相違も目で見て自然のダイナミックさを感じることができました。また、laveの流れで寸断された道路や、現在活動中のpuoo火口内のlave(ちょっと遠くて、もう少し近づいてほしかった)、オーシャンエントリーに歩いていく人たち。laveに関するものが一望できました。
いっぱい写真も撮りましたが、帰って見た写真と実物の迫力がこれほど違うかとびっくりするぐらいでした。
laveの活動が活発になったら、もう一度ヘリで飛びたいと思う印象的なフライトでした。
迎えに来てくれた人や、ヘリの整備士の活動も見れたし、受付の人、パイロットはみんな親切でとても楽しいフライトでした。

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キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 水~土曜日10:30限定で日本語パイロットのリクエスト可能<フライト100分/英語パイロット/ワイコロアヘリポート>

Is Kilauea sleepy now!? 今、キラウェアはスリーピー!?

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I wanted to see the flowing lava into the ocean, so I joined a helicopter tour. Since the explanation was in English, I didn't fully understand the details, but looking down at the Big Island from the helicopter was fascinating; it was just like the geography I studied in school, showing the natural landscape as it is.

However, the volcano we aimed for wasn't very active, and we only saw a few spots where the lava was slowly flowing. From above, it was hard to tell if it was actually moving. Currently, the lava is described as "sleepy." There were no signs of lava erupting or falling into the ocean. While there was some hot lava, since it was a morning flight, we could only see a few areas glowing red, which might look different at night. I booked this about two months ago, so the condition of the volcano largely depends on luck. Given the current situation, I think a hiking and stargazing tour would allow for a closer view of the flowing lava. It might be a good idea to check the volcano's status before deciding on a tour.

That said, helicopters can’t fly due to weather conditions, and in the past two instances with other tour companies, my flights were canceled because of the weather, so I was glad we were able to fly.

 海に流れ落ちる溶岩、流れる溶岩を見たいと思い、ヘリコプターツアーに参加しました。英語解説だったのでで詳しいことはよくわかりませんでしたが、ヘリコプターから見下ろすハワイ島は、昔地理で勉強した地形のでき方そのまま、自然そのままな様子をしっかりと見ることができ面白かったです。
 ただ、目的の火山があまりアクティブでなく、のんびり溶岩が流れている様子が何カ所か見られるのみでした。それも上空からだと動いているかどうかは実感できません。今(今日?)溶岩はスリーピーとのこと。溶岩が噴出していたり、海には落ちていたりする様子はありませんでした。熱い溶岩がない訳ではないのですが午前中のフライトなので、溶岩がところどころ赤くなっていることが分かる程度で、夜だったら見え方は多少違うのかもしれません。2ヶ月くらい前に予約したので、火山の状態がどうかは運によるところが大きいのでしょう。この状態ならハイキングと星空ツアーの方が、より近くで流れる溶岩を見られてよいかと思いました。火山の状態をチェックしながらどのツアーにするか考えるとよいかもしれません。
 とはいえ、ヘリコプターは天気によって飛べないことがあり、過去2回、他のツアー会社ですが天気のせいでキャンセルになっているので、飛べてよかったです。

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ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック&シュノーケルツアー 海中洞窟探検プランあり <早朝・午前/日本語ガイド>by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

Kayak tour カヤックツアー

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

Since it was just the two of us on the day, we were able to go at our own pace, and the staff was always attentive, making it a very enjoyable tour. The snorkeling had great visibility and there were lots of corals!! They took many photos for us and sent them via email later. We returned to the port before 9 AM, and then we went to Hilo. We made effective use of our time, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling day.

当日は私たち二人だけだったので、自分たちのペースで進むことができ、スタッフの方も常に気をつかってくれてとても楽しいツアーでした。シュノーケリングも透明度がよくサンゴがたくさんありました!!
写真もたくさんとって頂き、後日メールで送ってくれました。9時前には港に戻ってくるので、それからヒロへ行きました。
時間を有効に使え、とても充実した一日になりました。

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プライベートチャーター ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング+イルカウォッチングツアー!GoProレンタルあり<午前/日本語ガイド>

I was moved by the dolphins!! イルカに感動!!

Reviewed by: maki &kodai

I participated on December 16th. It was my first time, and I was nervous, but both the captain and Daisuke were very friendly, so my nerves quickly disappeared.

We were blessed with good weather and encountered a pod of dolphins, and I was able to swim among them and even hear their voices, which was incredibly moving.

I would love to participate again if I have the chance. This is a highly recommended tour.

12/16に参加させていただきました。初めてで、緊張していましたがキャプテンも大輔くんも、とてもフレンドリーに接してくれたので、すぐに緊張も吹っ飛びました。
天気にも恵まれ、イルカの群れにも遭遇できその中で泳ぐことができたうえにイルカの声も聞くことができ、感動感動のしっぱなしでした。
また、機会があれば参加したいと思っています。とても、おススメのツアーです。

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