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Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet

Amazing adventure

Reviewed by: Clash56

The submarine tour is really amazing. How often can you say that you were in an actual submarine. The sub is air conditioned and really very spacious and comfortable. There is never a dull moment. Fish, coral eels and ship wrecks. Plenty to see and experience.

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Posted on: 2014/04/12
Activity Date: 2014/03/17

ハワイ島 サーフィンレッスン カハルウビーチパークで波乗り体験!マンツーマンのプライベートレッスンもあり<英語インストラクター/現地集合>

First surfing in Hawaii Island. ハワイ島にて初サーフィン

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I have visited the Big Island about three times, but I never knew where the surf spots were and always envied those enjoying the ocean. However, this time I participated in a private lesson, and the instructor was fun. It was my first time on a longboard, but I was able to ride the waves several times, so I am very satisfied.

ハワイ島には3回ほど訪れていますがサーフスポットがわからずいつも海を横目にうらやましく思っていましたが今回プライベートレッスンに参加させて頂きイントラの方も楽しく初ロングボードでしたが何度か波に乗る事ができたので
とても満足しています。

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Thank you very much.
From Team HLSI

どうもありがとうございました
Dōmo arigatōgozaimashita- From Team HLSI

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Packages: プライベートレッスン
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2014/04/07
Activity Date: 2014/02/09

野生のマンタ シュノーケリングツアー <英語ガイド/軽食付き>

Only one manta ray. マンタ一匹のみ

Reviewed by: YUKA

I only saw one manta in the distance. It just passed by in an instant. The water was cold, like a punishment game. The staff was friendly. I was able to walk from the office to the boat.

マンタは遠くに一匹のみ。
一瞬通り過ぎただけでした。
水は冷たく、罰ゲームのようでした。
スタッフはフレンドリー。
事務所から船までも歩けました。

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Thank you for taking the time to review your trip.
Mahalo,
Sea Paradise

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Posted on: 2014/04/05
Activity Date: 2014/03/11

Big Island SNUBA Diving Tour from Kona - Guided Beach SNUBA Dive [Closed]

not scuba diving but still worth it

Reviewed by: Heather

My husband and I both participated in this adventure. We are certified divers but didn't want to deal with equipment or renting gear. This was a good alternative. The reef is a very short swim from the shore. I immediately saw tangs, angels, eel, parrot fish, rock fish, and wrasse. Because the water was so shallow the colors were vibrant. The tour sold $20 underwater cameras and I was able to take pictures. Well worth the money.

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Posted on: 2014/04/05
Activity Date: 2014/03/10

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

Kayaking on the open sea

Reviewed by: Heather

I gave the adventure 5 stars, because I don't think it could have been any better and the guides were excellent.

That being said, I did not enjoy the adventure. The water was very rough and I had a very difficult time paddling and controlling the kayak. I have kayaked on lakes and rivers before without difficulty. In addition, because it was so rough, I got VERY sea-sick. That made the return trip nearly impossible. Since you are on your own, you have to muscle through it. As a result, my husband didn't enjoy it because he was worried about me.

Some suggestions, don't do this adventure if you get sea-sick. Another gentleman in the group was also throwing up, so it wasn't just me. In addition, unless you are in amazing physical condition, get a two person kayak. You can use your combined strength to get through the waves.

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Posted on: 2014/04/05
Activity Date: 2014/03/13

野生のイルカウォッチング&シュノーケリングツアー <朝食・昼食付き>

There is a sense of security with the large ship. 大型船の安心感があります

Reviewed by: Kazuya

I was looking for a tour to swim with dolphins on the Big Island and narrowed it down to two options: ① a small boat tour with about six people (no restroom, no shower, some snacks provided, possibly swimming close to dolphins) or ② a large boat (with restroom, shower, breakfast and lunch included, able to see dolphins but not swim with them). When I asked my kids, they preferred the large boat with a slide (more interested in that than the dolphins... haha), and considering my wife's health, I thought it would be better to choose the tour with the restroom, so I went with option ②.

In fact, two years ago, when I participated in a tour with Quicksilver in Cairns, Australia, the large boat had a buffet for lunch and was equipped with restrooms and changing rooms, making it very comfortable, so I chose a similar type this time as well. The departure location was a bit far from the office and unclear, but when I first went to the departure point and asked a crew member near the boat, they kindly guided me, allowing me to find the office and park the car successfully.

When I got close to the boat, the check-in was smooth, and we boarded. The boat was not as large as the one from Quicksilver in Australia, with six booth-style seats like those in a family restaurant, and there were bench seats back-to-back in the central area on the second floor, which had a roof, while the outer bench seats were exposed to the sun. By the way, for those prone to seasickness, the first-floor seats are recommended as they experience less rocking.

Since we had an early morning meeting, there was a simple breakfast buffet where we could eat as much as we wanted, including fruit. Also, I had accidentally submerged my waterproof camera the day before, so I rented a digital camera (GoPro) for about $30 with an 8GB SD card and chip. I think it’s much better than the waterproof disposable camera... I tried both, but the photos included here are from the GoPro.

Unlike the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, we didn’t go out far into the ocean but progressed along the coast. Therefore, we were on the boat for about 30 to 40 minutes. When we arrived, the staff distributed snorkeling masks, and the fins were located under the seats on the first floor, so we were told to choose ones that fit our foot size. The water was deep enough for diving, so I borrowed a life jacket (the staff will lend it to you if you ask; you can just gesture to indicate what you need... haha).

When I went to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia around the same time, the seawater was a bit cold, and I borrowed a wetsuit (to prevent jellyfish stings), but this time it wasn’t necessary (there were no jellyfish). The visibility was incredible, and I could see all the way down. It was beautiful.

We swam freely around the boat and slid down the slide from the second floor (the slide ends around the first floor, and you drop into the water from about one floor high). My third-grade son enjoyed it. The adults also had fun. Even without the slide, you could jump in from the second floor where there were no railings.

Around lunchtime, they started a BBQ on the deck, and we had a buffet-style meal centered around hamburgers. During this time, we had free time to eat or play until the departure time.

On the way back, we encountered a pod of dolphins that swam alongside the boat and jumped around. I think we were very fortunate with the weather. I did feel a bit seasick during the trip, but since it was a large boat, I could lie down in my seat the whole time, so I was glad it wasn’t a small boat.

By the way, we were the only Japanese on this tour. Even though we came all the way to Hawaii, it felt a bit lonely to be surrounded by only Japanese people, so I chose this tour, but thanks to that, I was able to make friends with an American who came from Los Angeles.

Since I got seasick this time, I rated it four stars, but the tour itself was great.

ハワイ島でイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーに参加しようと探していたところ、2つに絞られ、①6名程度の小型ボート(トイレなし、シャワーなし、スナック程度付、イルカの近くで泳げるかも)でのツアーか、②大型船(トイレ、シャワーあり、朝食・昼食付、イルカを見れるけど一緒には泳げない)になりました。
子どもたちに尋ねたところ船にスライダーがついている②大型船を希望し(イルカよりもそっちか…笑)、妻の体調のことも考えるとトイレが完備されているツアーの方がいいかと思い、②を選びました。
実際、2年前にオーストラリアのケアンズでクイックシルバー社のツアーに参加した時、大型船で昼食にビュッフェがあったり、トイレ・更衣室等完備されていたので、大変快適だったので、今回もそのようなタイプを選びました。
出発場所から若干事務所が離れていてよくわからなく、最初に出発場所に行って船の近くにいるクルーに尋ねたら親切に教えてくれたので、事務所を無事に見つけ、車を駐車することができました。
船の近くに行くと受付が行われていて、スムーズに済み、乗船。
オーストラリアのクイックシルバー社の船ほどの大きさはなく、ファミレスのボックスシートのような席が6か所、あとは二階席で中央側にベンチシートが背中合わせであり、そこには屋根があり、外側のベンチシートは日が当たるような状態でした。ちなみに船酔いしやすい人は1階席の方が揺れが少ないのでお勧めです。
朝早くの集合のため、簡単な朝食バイキングがあり、フルーツを含め好きなだけ食べることができました。また前日に防水カメラの内部に浸水させて故障させてしまったので、デジタルカメラ(GoPro)を借りました(8GBのSDカードとチップを入れて30ドル程度だったかな。防水タイプの写るんですよりは全然いいかと思います…両方試してみましたが。今回掲載している写真は、GoProのものです)
オーストラリアのグレートバリアリーフとは違い沖に出ず、岸に沿って進んでいきます。そのため30分か40分程度船に乗るくらいです。
到着する頃になると、スタッフがシュノーケルのマスクを配ってくれ、フィンは1階のシート下にあるので、自分の足のサイズに合うものを選んで使ってくれということでした。ダイビングもできるくらいの深さのところなので、ライフジャケットを借り(スタッフに言えば貸してくれます。というか、置いてあるものを手で持って、ジェスチャーで示すだけでもわかってもらえます…笑)
オーストラリアのグレートバリアリーフに同じ時期に行った時は、海水がやや冷たく、ウェットスーツを借りましたが(クラゲ防止も含めて)、今回は不要でした(クラゲもおらず)。
透明度がすごくて、思いっきり下まで見えました。綺麗です。
船の周辺を好き勝手に泳いだり、2階からスライダーで滑り下りて(1階くらいでスライダーがなくなり、残り1階分くらいの高さから)、水中に落ちる。小3の息子は楽しんでいました。外国人は大人も楽しんでいました。スライダーでなくても2階の手すりのないところから飛びこむこともできます。
昼食頃になるとデッキでBBQをやり始め、ハンバーガーを中心としたバイキング形式の食事になります。
この辺りは食べようが遊ぼうが出発時間までは自由時間です。
帰り道でイルカの群れに遭遇し、船と並走して、ジャンプしたりしてくれました。
天気にも恵まれて大変よかったと思います。
途中船酔い状態になりましたが、やはり大型船だったため、ずっとシートで横になっていることができたので、小型ボートでなくてよかったと思いました。
ちなみにこのツアーですが日本人はうちだけでした。せっかくハワイまで来たのに、周りが日本人ばかりというのもちょっと寂しいので、そのようなツアーにしましたが、お陰でロスから来られたアメリカ人の方と仲良くすることができました。
今回酔ってしまったので、星4つとしましたが、ツアー自体はいいものです。

  • 船内でレンタルしたGoProで撮ったものです

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Packages: おすすめプラン(2015/12/31まで)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/04/05
Activity Date: 2014/03/25

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! You definitely should give it a try. スリル満点! ぜひ、体験してみてください。

Reviewed by: ハワイ島最高!

I participated with my daughter. There were 10 foreign participants and only the two of us from Japan. I wasn't very confident in my English, so I was quite anxious, but I received a Japanese printout at the reception, which helped me understand the general flow of the event, so I was glad to participate.

The rubber boat was very bumpy, and I was desperately holding on, but my daughter was having a great time and was very excited. On the way back, the boat rocked violently from side to side and turned, making it feel like we were on a roller coaster at an amusement park. There were some elderly participants, but they seemed to enjoy themselves, so I think age shouldn't be a concern.

In Kealakekua Bay, we were able to see colorful fish, which became a wonderful memory. We borrowed flotation devices to wear around our bodies and snorkeled, so my daughter, who isn't a strong swimmer, felt safe. The captain shared various stories, and everyone had a friendly atmosphere as the tour concluded.

We were also lucky enough to see whales during the trip, which made us very happy. Since the sun is quite strong, I recommend reapplying sunscreen several times. Hats can be blown away by the wind, so if you're concerned about sunburn on your head, it might be a good idea to wear a hood and secure it with a string. After snorkeling, it gets chilly, so having a hoodie or a large bath towel would be helpful.

娘と2人で参加しました。参加者は外国人の方10名と日本人は私達2人だけでした。
英語が得意ではないので、かなり不安でしたが、受付で日本語のプリントをいただいたので、大体の流れを把握した上で参加できて良かったです。
前日に予約確認が必要でしたが、ホテルの方にお願いして電話してもらいました。

ゴムボートはとにかく、揺れが激しく私は掴まっているのに必死でしたが、娘はとにかく楽しく大興奮していました。帰り道では、ボートを激しく左右に動かしたり、旋回したりと
まるで、遊園地のジェットコースターに乗っている気分でした。
参加者の中にはかなり高齢の方もいらっしゃいまいしたが、楽しく参加されていたので、
ご年齢は気になさらなくても大丈夫だと思います。

ケアラケクア湾では、色とりどりの魚たちを見ることができて、最高の思い出になりました。身体に巻く浮き具を借りて、スノーケルをしたので、泳ぎの得意でない娘も安心でした。
キャプテンが色々なお話をしてくれて、皆さん和気あいあいとしていい雰囲気でツアーは
終了しました。
移動中には、鯨を見ることもできて、嬉しかったです。
かなり日差しが強いので、日焼け止めクリームを何度か塗り直す方がいいと思います。
帽子は風で飛んでしまうので、頭の日焼けが気になる方は、フードをかぶり紐で止めるといいかもしれません。スノーケル後は冷えるので、パーカーや大きめのバスタオルがあると
いいと思います。

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/03/31
Activity Date: 2014/03/25

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 interesting! It was fun! おもしろかった! 楽しかった!

Reviewed by: Akishun

We participated as a family of three.
During snorkeling, I touched a long, blue fish that swam right next to me! I was thrilled to see many colorful and beautiful fish in the shallow area to the left as we headed toward Kealakekua Bay. Diving a few meters deep was also interesting as it brought me closer to the fish.
The sandwiches for lunch were very delicious! They were a bit small for the men, but it seemed there were some leftovers, so we could have seconds. There were also snacks and drinks available, which made me satisfied.
On the way back, we enjoyed dolphin and whale watching. There were moments when the dolphins swam alongside the boat without being scared or avoiding it! The dolphins put on a great show, jumping and twisting in the water. It was fascinating to see them do that without being taught.
The whales were dynamic, spouting water and slapping their tails. The highlight was when one repeatedly raised its pectoral fins and slapped the water's surface, almost as if it was saying, "Goodbye!" I was amazed to see a whale up so close.
It was an incredibly valuable experience. Thank you to all the staff!

家族3人で参加しました。
シュノーケルでは、すぐ近くに泳いで来た青くて細長い魚にタッチ!
ケアラケクア湾の岸に向かって左手の浅いところには、色とりどりの綺麗な魚がたくさんいて感激しました。深いところで数メートル潜ってみるのも、魚たちに近付く感じがおもしろかったです。
昼食のサンドイッチは、とてもおいしかった! 男性にはちょっと少なめでしたが、いくつか余ったらしく、おかわりもできました。スナックやドリンクもあったので、満足でした。
帰りは、イルカ&ホエールウォッチング三昧。ボートを怖がることも避けることもなく、中には並走する場面も!
イルカは、ジャンプしたり、ひねり技を見せてくれたり、大サービスでした。教えられたわけでもないでしょうに、どうしてそうするのか、不思議でした。
クジラは、ダイナミックに潮を噴き上げたり、尾びれを打ちつけたり…。最高だったのは、胸びれを何度も上げては水面を叩く様子。まるで「バイバイ!」って言っているようでした。クジラをあんなに間近で見られるなんて、感激しました。
すごく貴重な体験でした。スタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました。

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Posted on: 2014/03/29
Activity Date: 2014/03/28

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>

For those who love attractions! Highly recommended! アトラクション大好きな人! かなりオススメです!

Reviewed by: peacetime

On March 28, 2014, I participated with my two sons, one a university student and the other soon to be a high school student. The office staff were very kind and responded cheerfully to my limited English.

First, we took a boat for about an hour to Kealakekua Bay. By the time we arrived, my backside was a bit sore from the rough ride. We borrowed snorkeling gear, including masks and fins, and jumped into the sea from the edge of the boat. Near the Captain Cook monument, the water was shallow enough to touch, and beautiful fish swam close by. After thoroughly enjoying the underwater show, we got back on the boat for a sandwich lunch, which included drinks, snacks, and pineapple. Everything was delicious! My energetic sons continued to enjoy snorkeling before we headed back.

On the return trip, we went even faster! Driving along the coastline was thrilling! We saw cliffs that looked like the sleeping form of the volcano goddess "Pele," and we almost bumped into coastal caves, which felt like a theme park attraction and was quite exciting.

Suddenly slowing down made me wonder what was happening, and then we spotted a pod of dolphins swimming right next to the boat. They not only jumped but even twisted in the air! I was amazed at how skilled they were, wondering who trained them.

Moreover, out in the distance, we spotted a whale! As soon as we saw it, it approached at an incredible speed, allowing us to do some close whale watching! The way it raised and lowered its pectoral fins looked just like it was waving at us. It was my first time seeing a whale, and it was truly moving.

When we arrived at Honokohau Marina, we were greeted by dolphins and turtles! We had fun right up until the very end. Thank you to everyone on the Captain Zodiac for the wonderful memories.

【Tips for a Comfortable Experience】
The wind can be strong while the boat is moving. Having a larger bath towel and a light hoodie can be comforting.
You might get splashed, so having a plastic bag or ziplock can be handy.
You will be in the sun for a long time, so it's a good idea to bring sunscreen for peace of mind.
The water can be quite cool, so wearing a rash guard is comfortable.
There will be plenty of photo opportunities, so bringing a camera that can record video is recommended.

2014年3月28日、大学生ともうすぐ高校生の息子2人と参加しました。Officeの方もスタッフもとっても親切。拙い英語にも快く答えてくれました。
まずは、1時間ほどボートに乗ってケアラケクア湾へ。激しい揺れにちょっとお尻が痛くなった頃、到着しました。シュノーケル&水中眼鏡、フィンを借りて、いざ海へ!ボートの淵からザブンと飛び入りました。キャプテンクックのモニュメント付近が浅くなっていて、さわれる程ちかくを綺麗な魚たちが泳いでいした。海中ショーをしっかり堪能した頃、ボートに上がってサンドイッチの昼食。飲み物とスナック、パイナップルつきでした。どれも美味しかった! 元気な息子たちは、その後もシュノーケルを楽しみ、帰路に着着ました。
帰りは、さらに高速! 海岸線を走るのでスリル満点! 火山の神『ペレ』の寝姿?みたいに見える絶壁を見せてくれたり、海岸洞窟みたいな絶壁にぶつかりそうに入ったり、遊園地のアトラクションみたいでドキドキしました。
急に減速したので、?と思ったら、ボートのすぐそばをイルカの群れが遊泳中。ジャンプばかりか、ツイストまで見せてくれました。誰が仕込んでるの?って思うくらい芸達者で、びっくり…。
さらに、沖の方には、なんと!クジラが! 見つけるや否やものすごいスピードで近づき、間近でホエールウォッチング! 胸びれを上げ下げしているのが、まるで手を振っているみたいでした。初めて見たクジラ! 感動でした。
ホノウコウマリーナに到着すると、イルカとカメがお出迎え! 最後の最後までしっかり楽しませてもらいました。
キャプテンゾディアック号の皆さん、素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。
【快適に過ごすために】
ボート走行中は風が強いです。大きめのバスタオルと薄いパーカーなどあると、ほっとできます。
水しぶきがかかります。ビニール袋やジップロックなどがあると、便利です。
日差しを浴び続けます。日焼け止めは持って行った方が安心です。
海中は結構冷えます。ラッシュガードを着ていると楽です。
シャッターチャンスがいっぱいあります。動画の撮れるカメラを持っていくといいです。

  • 夢中でシュノーケリング

  • イルカかな? クジラかな?

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Posted on: 2014/03/29
Activity Date: 2014/03/28

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

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Reviewed by: mitsuuchi

It was amazing. Once you're in the ocean, words are unnecessary. Kevin's personality was kind and attentive, which I really appreciated.

There is no shade on the water, so sunscreen is a must.

最高です。海の中にはいったらもう言葉はいりません。
ケビンさんの人柄も親切丁寧でありがたかったです。

海上は日陰がないので日焼け止め必須です。

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Activity Date: 2014/03/19

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

iSLAND BREEZE LUAU AT kING kAMEHAMEHA hOTEL

Reviewed by: Lindy Rumler

EXCELLANT SHOW...GREATFOOD ...WOULD RECOMMEND TO ALL..MAHALO ONE SUGGESTION: BETTER SIGNS TO DIRECT PEOPLE TO LOCATION OF LUAU WOULD BE HELPFUL...

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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>

Amazing!! 最高!!

Reviewed by: smariep

I went with a friend who is also learning hula.
I understand English, so it's fun, but it might be a bit challenging if you don't.
Even if you don't understand, the atmosphere and the dance are enjoyable,
the food is delicious, and you can eat a lot!!
You can fully enjoy Hawaiian culture and cuisine!!!
It's a show that I want to recommend to others☆
Thank you for the wonderful memories!

フラを一緒に習ってる友達を行きました
私は、英語がわかるので楽しいけど、わからないとちょっと大変かもしれないけど、
わからなくても雰囲気やダンスが楽しいし、
料理もおいしいし、たくさん食べられる!!
ハワイの文化や食事を満喫できる!!!
人にも薦めたくなるショーです☆
素敵な思い出をありがとうございましたぁ!

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Dear smariep,
Thank you very much for visiting the Island Breeze Luau.
We are truly happy that you enjoyed your time with us, and we sincerely appreciate the opportunity to spend it together.
Wishing you lots of Aloha, and we hope you will come back again. We will be waiting for you on the Big Island! ☆

smariep 様
この度はアイランドブリーズルアウにお越しいただき誠にありがとうございます。
お楽しみいただけて本当に嬉しく私達も共に過ごすことができましたことに心からお礼を申し上げます。
amariep様にたくさんのAlohaが贈られますように。 
また是非お越しくださいませ。ハワイ島でいつまでもお待ちしております☆

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ハワイ島 アトランティス潜水艦 ハワイの海底アドベンチャー <日本語オーディオガイド> 

Is it a unique underwater landscape of the Big Island of Hawaii? ハワイ島ならではの海底風景かな?

Reviewed by: wakame

Check-in at the office near Kailua Pier should be done 30 minutes before boarding time. If you check in too early during the hot daytime, there isn't much shade near the boarding area at the pier, so you'll need to find somewhere to escape the sun. They take group photos when you board, and at the end, they sell a CD with the photos on the boat for about $20.

After a few minutes on the boat from Kailua Pier, you transfer to a waiting submarine offshore. The real submarine was quite interesting. You can see plankton that looks like baby whales drifting in the seawater outside the window. The coral reefs are more colorful in Miyako Island, Okinawa, but the scenery of coral growing on the rugged lava is unique to the Big Island of Hawaii. I couldn't hear the Japanese guide at all, but there was a volume adjustment available. I still enjoyed it even without hearing anything.

On the way back to Kailua Pier, I was thrilled to encounter a pod of dolphins by chance.

乗船時間の30分前までに、カイルア桟橋近くの事務所でチェックイン
昼間暑い時間だと、あまり早くにチェックインしてしまうと
桟橋の乗船場近くにはあまり日影がないので
どこかで日差しを退避することになります。
乗船するときにグループごとに写真を撮ってくれるのですが
最後に写真にCDを付けたものを船内で販売します。20ドルだったかな?

カイルア桟橋から船に乗って数分、沖合で待機している潜水艦へ移動して乗り換えます。
本物の潜水艦はそれなりに面白かったです。
窓の向こうの海水にクジラの赤ちゃん?みたいなプランクトンとか
肉眼で漂っているのがわかります。
サンゴ礁は、沖縄の宮古島のほうが色とりどりですが
溶岩のごつごつした上に生えるサンゴの風景は、ハワイ島ならではと思います。
日本語ガイドは全く聴こえなかったのですが、
ボリュームを調整するところがあったのですね。
聴こえなくても楽しめました。

船に乗ってカイルア桟橋に戻るときに、たまたまイルカの群れに出会えて感動しました。

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~3月/午前/軽食付き/ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発>

Watching whales on the Big Island. ハワイ島で鯨見る

Reviewed by: kazuo.k

A must-see in winter on the Big Island of Hawaii!
You can definitely see a large group of humpback whales if you join a tour.
However, if you don't go on a Japanese tour, there will be no explanations in English, and there was no consideration for Japanese speakers as they spoke very quickly.
There is no transportation provided outside of the Waikoloa area.
Just a heads up.

冬のハワイ島で必見!
座頭鯨の大群、
ツアーに参加すれば必ず見れます。
但し、
日本語ツアーに行かないと
全く英語での説明、
しかも全く早口日本人に対する配慮はありませんでした。
ワイコロア地域以外は送迎はありません。
念のため。

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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 was more exhilarating than I expected! 思った以上の高度感でした!

Reviewed by: satosato

Since I was in Hawaii and wanted to try parasailing, I signed up for Out of the World, which goes up to 366 meters. (Previously, when I did parasailing in Okinawa, I felt like, "Is that it?" at a height of about 40-50 meters, so I didn't feel any sense of altitude at all...) I love high places, but even so, 366 meters was a bit nerve-wracking. We had a tandem flight with a 12-minute airtime, and while chatting with my friend and taking pictures of each other, we enjoyed our aerial stroll, but I thought it might have been a little scary if I were alone.

On the day we signed up, after one participant had flown, the guide (in English) casually said, "You guys will return without flying," and I was left confused. Then a fellow passenger explained in clear English, "There's a thundercloud approaching, so we're going back," and I finally understood the situation. As a result, we rescheduled for the next morning and were able to participate safely. While we are not fluent in English, I think we could have understood if the guide had made an effort to explain while looking at us, so I felt that the guide could have been a bit more considerate.

せっかくハワイでパラセイリングをするならと、一番高くまで上がる366メートルのアウトオブザワールドに申し込みました。(以前沖縄でパラセイリングをした際に、高さ40~50メートル程度で「これだけ?」と思ってしまい、全く高度感がなかったので…。)
高い所は大好きですが、それでもさすがに366メートルは少し緊張しました。タンデムフライトで滞空時間は12分、友人としゃべったり、お互いの写真を撮りながら、空中散歩を満喫しましたが、一人だとちょっと怖かったかも、と思いました。

私たちが申し込んだ日は、他の参加者が一人フライトした後、ガイドさん(英語)から「君たちはフライトせずにこのまま戻るから」とサラッと言われ、???困惑していたら、同船者が「雷雲が近づいていて危ないので、戻るんですって」と、わかりやすい英語で説明してくれ、やっと状況がつかめました。結果、翌朝に予約を取り直し、無事に参加することができました。私たちは英語が堪能というわけではありませんが、きちんと顔を見て説明してくれれば理解できたと思うので、ガイドさんは少し気遣いが足りないように感じました。

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Activity Date: 2014/01/28

Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Great Food and cruise on a decent boat

Reviewed by: Justin

My girlfriend and I went on this cruise on Valentines Day and were very happy. We very much enjoyed the food and the cruise itself. There was a wonderful woman giving information on the history of the island and a muscian playing great music. The only thing that keeps me from giving 5 stars is the boat is not ideal for a romantic cruise. Its just kinda a boat, nothing very nice about it. Overall we were satisfied and felt like we had a great valentines for the money we spent.

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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Fabulous Tour

Reviewed by: Vivian

We had a great time with Captain(found the nametag)Liam, Captain Joe,and Cassie. Loved the colorful commentary, super sights and snorkeling. Even had a wonderful whale sighting. Hope you get driving lessons before you take the next unsuspecting tourists out. Thanks for a great time!

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

A must

Reviewed by: Anne

We had a blast on our kayaking/sea cave/snorkeling tour. Our guide was absolutely wonderful and extremely knowledgable about the ocean. The weather was crisp and perfect. Would do it again and again. We even saw whales!!!!!!!!!!!

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

BREATHLESS

Reviewed by: HAWAII BOUND

WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE WHAT WE SAW AND HOW IT MADE US FEEL - JUST SO BREATHTAKING!

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ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~3月/午前/軽食付き/ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発>

The cruise was just wonderful. とにかくクルーズが気持ちよかった

Reviewed by: しんしん

The whales didn't come as close as I had expected, but I was able to see many of them. We were blessed with good weather, and the feeling of cutting through the calm sea was incredibly refreshing. The view of the mountains from the sea was also fantastic. The staff did not speak Japanese, and about 80% of the participants were foreigners, so a basic understanding of English is necessary to comprehend the situation. Additionally, there was a notification about meeting in the lobby for pickup, but we actually gathered at the car drop-off area just outside the hotel entrance, so be careful about that.

クジラは、思っていたより近くに現れなかったけれど、数はたくさん見ることができました。天候に恵まれて、穏やかな海の上を風をきって進む感じがなんともいえなく爽快でした。海から見える山の景色も最高です。スタッフは日本語を話せず、参加者も8割は外国の方なので、状況を理解する程度の英語力は必要です。またピックアップの際、ロビーという連絡がありましたが実際にはホテルのエントランスを出てすぐの車寄せのところで乗り合わせていたので、注意が必要です。

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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

I was moved by the crystal-clear sea for the first time. 初めての澄みきった海に感動

Reviewed by: saito

The sea was wonderful, just as described, with such high transparency. Despite being mid-January, the water temperature was not low, and I was able to enjoy it fully. If I had to be picky, I would have liked a bit more variety in the tropical fruits.

こんなに透明度が高いとは、案内の通りの素晴らしい海でした。1月中旬にもかかわらず水温も低くなく存分に楽しめました。欲を言えばトロピカルフルーツにもう少しバリエーションがあれば良かったと思いました。

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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>

I was moved by the complimentary whale watching. おまけのホエールウオッチングに感動

Reviewed by: クニちゃん

In addition to the title of the activity, it was probably due to the good season, but I was thrilled to see whales. Although I didn't witness any spectacular jumps, I was able to clearly see the spouts and the white patches on their raised tails.
I participated as part of a couple over 60, and we were able to handle the adventure rafting on a high-speed rubber boat. Thank you to our guide assistant Budda for letting us sit in a spot in the center of the boat where there was less rocking on the way back!
Unlike tours within Japan, wearing life jackets during boarding and snorkeling is at your own responsibility, so those who are concerned should definitely request to wear one.

アクティビティーのタイトルとは別に、時季が良かったこともあったのでしょうが、クジラを見ることができ大感激でした。豪快なジャンプは見れませんでしたが汐吹や振り上げられた尾の白い白斑まではっきり見ることができました。
オーバー60のカップルで参加しましたが、高速ゴムボートでのアドベンチャーラフティングにも耐えられました。帰途ボートの中心の揺れの少ない場所に座らせてくれたガイド助手のBudda君ありがとう!!
日本国内でのツアーと違い、乗船時やシュノーケリングでもライフジャケット着用は自己責任であり、心配な人は着用を必ず申し出ることが必要です。

  • キャプテン

  • イルカが遊んでくれました

  • カメラのモニター画面ばかり見てると見損ねますよ

  • でも決定的写真も欲しいし

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Posted on: 2014/01/27
Activity Date: 2014/01/16

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

It was really beautiful! すごくキレイでした!

Reviewed by: MIHO

This was my first time participating, and the color of the sea was emerald green. When I went snorkeling, I immediately saw many beautiful fish. My parents in their 60s also tried snorkeling for almost the first time and enjoyed it. On the way back, we even spotted a whale in the distance.

As others have commented, when I participated, we were the only Japanese people, and all the explanations were in English, but there were no issues, and they kindly taught us how to use the snorkeling equipment. We drove to the meeting point with a rental car, but since it's very close to the Sheraton, taking a taxi there would also be a good option.

I thought an hour and a half would be enough, but once we were there, it went by so quickly that if I have the chance again, I would like to participate for a whole day.

初めて参加しましたが、海の色はエメラルドグリーンでシュノーケリングをしたら、すぐにたくさんのきれいな魚がたくさん見れました。
60代の両親もほぼ初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、楽しんでいました。戻るときは、遠くにクジラも見れました。
他の方もコメントされていますが、私が参加した時も日本人は私たちだけで説明などは全部英語でしたが、特に問題なく親切にシュノーケリングの
使い方など教えてもらいました。集合場所まではレンタカーで行きましたが、シェラトンからすぐなのでそこまでタクシーで行く方法でもいいかと
思います。
1時間半で十分と思っていましたが、実際に行ってみるとあっという間でまた行く機会があれば一日参加してみたいです。

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Posted on: 2014/01/21
Activity Date: 2014/01/11

ケアウホウ湾 シーカヤック&シュノーケリングツアー <英語ガイド/軽食付き>by オーシャンサファリ・カヤック

It was fun. 楽しかったです。

Reviewed by: おーこ

I usually don't exercise at all, so paddling was very tiring for me. No matter how slow I was, the instructor waited for me, which was reassuring. Since we wore vests while snorkeling, it was enjoyable even in areas where I couldn't touch the bottom.

普段全く運動をしないのでパドルをこぐのがとても疲れました。
どんなに遅くてもインストラクターの方が待っていてくれたので安心でした。
シュノーケルはベストを着用するので足のつかない所でも楽しかったです。

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6名限定!ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー<午前/英語ガイド/軽食付>

That's unfortunate. 残念

Reviewed by: Ikko

The day before the tour, there was a heavy rainstorm that hit the Big Island of Hawaii, so it was disappointing that there were no dolphins. It's due to the weather, so it's nobody's fault, but I was really looking forward to this tour. If I go again, I will definitely participate in this tour again. The captain took the boat from the north to the south. The snorkeling time was short, probably because we were looking for dolphins... Well! It can't be helped. I'll get my revenge next time. I will participate again. Thank you!

ツアー参加前日にすごい雨がハワイ島を襲った事もあり、
イルカがいなかったのが残念でした。天候なので
誰の責任でもありませんがこのツアーを楽しみにしていたので
また行ったら、またこのツアーに参加します。
キャプテンは北から南までボートを走らせてくれてました。
シュノーケリングの時間が短かったです。イルカを探していたせいか、、、
まぁ!しょうがない。次回リベンジです。
また参加します。よろしく!!

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Dear Ikko,

Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in our Dolphin Tour.

This winter has brought more rainy days than we anticipated, and we are truly sorry that we could not meet your expectations due to the weather. The snorkeling time was shortened because it took us longer to find the dolphins. We sincerely appreciate your understanding regarding the weather and the snorkeling time.

We hope that when you visit the Big Island again, you will come back to see us at Kona Ocean Experience. We would love to have the opportunity to make it up to you.

Mahalo Nui Loa!!

Ikko様
Aloha! この度は弊社ドルフィンツアーにご参加くださり誠にありがとうございます。
今冬は私達の予想以上に雨の日が多く、自然のこととはいえIkko様のご期待の添えませんでしたこと残念に思います。
シュノーケリングの時間が短くなってしまったのは、イルカ達を探すのに時間を要したからとなります。天候、シュノーケリングのお時間と、ご理解いただき誠にありがとうございます。
ぜひ次回ハワイ島へお越しの際は、またKona Ocean Experienceに会いにいらしてください。そしてIkko様と一緒にリベンジさせてくださいね。
Mahalo Nui Loa!!

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

Keauhou Bay Sea Cave Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

Reviewed by: Elaine Alper

Kyle and Kira were WONDERFUL!!! My 12 year old son, Brandon, and I, felt very safe and confident. I was worried about getting in and out of the kayak, but Kira made me feel very comfortable about it. We LOVED the entire excursion, and would definitely do it again, when we visit. We had the most perfect weather, too. Thank you Kyle and Kira!!! You guys ROCK!!!

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野生のマンタ シュノーケリングツアー <英語ガイド/軽食付き>

It was a wonderful experience. 素晴らしい体験でした

Reviewed by: たーさん

It was really great! The boat docks not too far from the shore, and you swim from there to a floating platform that looks like a raft. You can borrow a wetsuit, a buoy, and a snorkel.

Even though it was night, the underwater lights were quite bright, so I didn't feel scared. On that day, about six mantas appeared, swimming right next to us at the surface and doing flips, which was an absolutely breathtaking experience.

I got so absorbed in it that I lost track of time. I definitely recommend it, but since they are wild animals, there's no guarantee you'll see them. In fact, when I participated two years ago, I didn't see any.

Also, it was an English tour, but even for us, who don't speak much English, it wasn't a problem. I think if you can snorkel, you'll be just fine.

とってもよかったです!
船は岸からそんなに離れない場所に停泊し、そこから浮いているイカダのような場所まで泳いでいきます。ウエットスーツと棒状の浮きとシュノーケルは貸してもらえます。
夜の海ですが、海中のライトがかなり明るいので怖いとは思いませんでした。
すると、マンタがこの日は6枚ほど現れ、海面に浮いている私たちスレスレに泳いで宙返りを何回もして、もう息をのむほどの体験でした。
本当に夢中になってしまい、時間が経つのを忘れてしまいます。
ぜひおすすめしますが、野生の物なので必ず見えるわけではありません。
実際、2年前に参加した時は空振りでしたので。
あと、英語のツアーですが、英語のさほどできない私達でも問題無かったです。シュノーケルができる方なら問題ないと思います。

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Thank you for taking the time to consider your trip. We are glad to hear that you had a good experience. We hope you will take the time to visit the Big Island next.

Aloha!


あなたの旅行を検討する時間を割いていただきありがとうございます。私たちは、あなたが良い経験をした喜んでいます。あなたはビッグアイランドを訪れ、あなたに次の時間を見てほしいです。

アロハ!

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Activity Date: 2013/08/03

ハワイ島 ハイキング&オフロードドライブ 滝遊びもあり <1日/昼食付/英語ガイド>

Enjoy nature to the fullest! Dive into the waterfall pool. 自然満喫!滝壺にダイブ。

Reviewed by: kayoty

This was my second trip to the Big Island. I was looking for something interesting to do with my parents and kids when I happened to become interested in a waterfall, which is a power spot, and decided to join a tour.

I was with a family from the West Coast of the United States during the tour. Although it was in English, we enjoyed nature by picking guava and kukui nuts, squeezing sugarcane juice, and discovering fish!

The highlight was swimming in the seventh waterfall pool and diving from a cliff, which truly felt like a return to childhood. The final lunch was at a breathtaking spot beyond a ranch. We were able to experience the grandeur of the Big Island, and both the kids and adults were very satisfied.

二回目のハワイ島。両親と子供と一緒に何か面白い体験はないかと探していましたら、たまたま滝=パワースポットに興味をもち、参加。
ツアーには、アメリカ西海岸からきたファミリーと一緒に。ツアーの間中、英語でしたが、グァバやククイナッツの実をとったり、サトウキビの汁をすったり、魚を発見したりと、自然満喫!
極めつけは、七つ目の滝壺で泳いだり、崖からダイブしたり、なんとも童心にかえったようか体験でした。
最後のランチも牧場を過ぎた絶景スポット。ビックアイランドの雄大さを体験でき、子供も大人も大満足でした。

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Packages: ワイコロア地区送迎
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2014/01/12
Activity Date: 2013/12/21

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Sunset Luau

Reviewed by: David H

This Luau was fun and we were glad we went. The entertainment section was a little hokey but still good. I thought the open sessions before dinner including temporary tattoos, hula instruction, and making fish from banana leaves were very fun. The Mai Tais were great too!

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Packages: Ohana Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2014/01/07
Activity Date: 2014/01/02

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ <12~3月/午前/軽食付き/ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発>

Hawaii Island Whale Watching Cruise ハワイ島 ホエールウォッチングクルーズ

Reviewed by: キャラ

I participated on December 9.
It might be a bit early for whale watching, as they appeared briefly in the distance, disappeared when we approached by boat, and then reappeared again when we moved away.
Since it was the beginning of the season, I wondered if the captain wasn't familiar with the points, so I thought a bit more patience was needed.
Unfortunately, I couldn't understand much since no Japanese was spoken, making it a disappointing tour.

12月9日に参加致しました。
まだクジラウォッチングには時期が早いのか
遠方にちらっと現れ、船で近付くといなくなり、
離れると、また遠方に現れる の連続でした。
シーズン初めで船長がポイント慣れしていないのか
もう少し、我慢が必要かなと思いましたね。
日本語は全く通じないので説明含めほとんど理解できず
残念なツアーになりました。

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Packages: 午後出発 飲み放題&ビュッフェ付きサンセットプラン <カワイハエ・ベイ出航>
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2014/01/07
Activity Date: 2013/12/09
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