Reviewed by: 匿名希望
A trip to Hawaii Island without a rental car for two women. We arrived at the Fair Wind office after about a 15-minute taxi ride from Royal Kona Resort (including tip, it was $20). When we handed over the voucher at the check-in counter, we received our boarding passes. We just needed to present those when boarding.
The day before, I had severe seasickness during the manta night snorkeling, so I was quite hesitant about getting on the boat. However, it turned out to be a larger boat than I expected, and I didn't experience any seasickness. The cruise to the snorkeling spots was fantastic, with beautiful views and a refreshing breeze.
All participants, except for an elderly Japanese couple, were foreigners. Although Japanese was hardly understood, there was no problem as snorkeling gear in the right sizes was provided on the boat.
For breakfast, there were croissants, eggs, fruits, yogurt, and oatmeal. The carrot juice was refreshing and delicious. There were two snorkeling spots. The water was deep, but the visibility was high, and we could see many fish. The staff guided us even into the caves, which was very satisfying.
After swimming at the two spots, the hamburger for lunch was thick and filling. It was so delicious that I finished it all. We were thrilled to see dolphins both going and coming back. I was moved by their jumping and swimming around the boat.
On the way back, we stopped by Captain Cook and received a history lesson. (I only understood a little English, so I didn't grasp much, but it was amusing.) Among the optional tours I participated in during this trip (Atlantis, manta night snorkeling, Hawaii Island day tour), I think this was the best tour. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii Island again, I would definitely like to participate.
女同士2人でのレンタカーなしハワイ島旅行。
ロイヤルコナリゾートからタクシーで15分程度(チップ込みで20ドル)でフェアウィンドのオフィスに着きました。
チェックインカウンターでバウチャーを渡すと、乗船券が配られます。
乗船時にそれを渡すだけです。
前日、マンタナイトシュノーケリングで船酔いがひどく、船に乗るのにかなり
抵抗がありましたが、思ったより大きな船で、船酔いもなくシュノーケリングスポットまで、素晴らしい景色を眺め、とても気持ちいい風に当たりながらクルーズはサイコーでした。
参加者は老夫婦の日本人以外は全て外国の方でした。
日本語はほとんど通じませんが、シュノーケリング道具もサイズの合うものを船の上で用意してもらえるので、全く問題はありませんでした。
朝食はクロワッサンや、卵、フルーツ、ヨーグルト、オートミール等がありました。
にんじんジュース?がさっぱりしていておいしかったです。
シュノーケリングスポットは2箇所。
水深が深い所でしたが、透明度は高く、たくさんの魚を見る事ができました。
スタッフさんが洞窟の中まで案内してくれたりと、大満足でした。
2箇所泳いだ後の、昼食ハンバーガーはお肉が厚くて食べ応えあり。
おいしくて全部平らげちゃいました。
行きも帰りも、イルカを見る事ができ、大興奮。船の周りをジャンプして泳ぐ姿に感動しました。
帰りがけに、キャプテンクックへ寄り、歴史の説明を受けました。
(私は少ししか英語がわからないので、あまり理解できませんでしたが・笑)
今回の旅行でオプショナルツアーに参加した中で、(アトランティス、マンタナイトシュノーケリング、ハワイ島一日ツアー)一番良かったと思えるツアーでした。
もしまたハワイ島に行く機会があればぜひ参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2006/11/11 |
Reviewed by: NW
I enjoyed snorkeling at the famous Kealakekua Bay, known for its high transparency. Before leaving the country, I completed my reservation and payment online, and I was impressed by how convenient things have become.
On the day of the trip, my friend and I were the only Japanese participants, and I was worried since we couldn't speak English. However, the crew members were very kind, and their bright smiles reassured me even without words.
The boat was larger than usual, and the facilities, including fresh water showers, were excellent! Moreover, it was fantastic that the boat moved quickly over the water with minimal rocking. Watching the marine blue surface of the sea under the sun while feeling the sea breeze washed away my usual fatigue.
We were also lucky to spot dolphins from a distance along the way.
For lunch, we had a BBQ on board. The hamburger after a swim was delicious! I enjoyed it with my favorite drink until I was full.
When I encountered fish I didn't recognize, the staff kindly brought out a guidebook and showed me pictures.
I definitely want to participate again. Thank you, Alan!
今回は透明度が高くて有名なケアラケクア湾でシュノーケルを楽しんできました。出国前からオンラインで予約申し込み&支払いを済ませ、世の中便利になったものだと感心したものです。
当日は日本人が私と友人の2人のみ、英語が話せないので心配になりましたが、乗船スタッフ皆さんがとても優しく、言葉が通じなくても明るい笑顔に安心しました。
船は一般的なものより大きく真水のシャワーなど設備もすばらしかったです!また、なによりも揺れが少なく高速で海上を移動できるのが最高です。太陽の下でマリーンブルーの海面を眺めながら潮風に吹かれると、普段の疲れが一掃されます。
途中からイルカの姿も遠目に見られ、とてもラッキーでした。
昼食は船上でバーベQランチです。ひと泳ぎした後のハンバーガーはこれまた美味しい!好みのドリンクと一緒にお腹一杯いただきました。
わからない魚はスタッフさんが、親切に図鑑を持ち出し写真をみせてくれました。
またまた、ぜひ参加したいと思います。
アランちゃん、ありがとう!
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| Posted on: | 2006/11/07 |
Reviewed by: kiripon
On the first day of my arrival, I went to the show. I felt like it started before I really understood what was happening, probably because I'm not used to English, but I was quite moved by the appearance of the king. I was able to experience a ceremonial hula that you can't find in other dinner shows. Everyone there was very friendly, but since I couldn't speak English, I could only manage polite smiles. It seems that having better English skills is necessary to enjoy it more. As for the food... well, it was just average. I was happy to drink a lot of Kona coffee, though.
到着初日に行ったきました。
英語に慣れていないせいか、よく分からないうちに始まってしまった感がありましたが、キングの出現にはかなり感動しました。
他のディナーショーでは味わえない儀式的なフラを体験することが出来ました。
来ている方々皆さんとてもフレンドリーなのに英語を話せないばかりに愛想笑顔のみ。もっと楽しむには英語力が必要のようです。
料理は・・・・まぁ普通かな。コナコーヒーがいっぱい飲めてうれしかったですけど
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
On the first day of my arrival on the Big Island, I participated in this tour. After renting a car at Kona Airport, I headed straight to the meeting point, arriving at 1 PM to prepare and board the boat at 2 PM. It was raining, but we were still able to snorkel. An hour after boarding, we reached a fairly deep spot near the Captain Cook monument. Due to the bad weather, not much was captured on the underwater camera, but I was able to see fish with my own eyes. As for the snacks, we were served pineapple, oranges, potato chips, and drinks. I wasn't sure if there was a paid drink menu, but I was able to order something casually and they brought it to me. In this tour, we were the only Japanese participants. There were no staff members who spoke Japanese. It felt like being in a foreign party, as the foreigners on board were happily chatting away.
ハワイ島に着いた初日に参加。コナ空港でレンタカーを借りてすぐに集合地に向かい13時につき準備をして14時に乗船できました。雨がふっていましたが、シュノーケルできました。乗船して1時間後、キャプテンクックの記念碑のそばでかなり深い場所でした。天気が悪かったので水中カメラで撮ったものはあまり写っていませんが、肉眼で魚を見ることができました。軽食というだけあって、パイナップルとオレンジ、ポテトチップスと飲み物がでました。飲み物は有料メニューがあるのかないのか不明でしたが、適当に頼んだらだしてもらえます。このツアーに日本人は私達しかいませんでした。スタッフも日本語が話せる人もいません。外国のパティーにでもきたような位、乗船中は外国人が楽しそうに談話してます。
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
When you go to Hawaii, you definitely have to enjoy a dance show! However, it can feel a bit lonely if you don't understand English. The host will show you where to sit. After that, it would be a waste to just sit there not knowing what to do! You can go get a free drink and enjoy it, or before the show, you can learn how to open coconuts, get a tattoo, make angel fish from palm leaves, and learn hula dancing at two different stations. Even if you don't understand English, it's better to get up and explore rather than just sitting around.
The buffet-style meal is also guided to your table, so you just have to wait! The food is delicious, and it seems like it was tailored to suit Japanese tastes! It's really tasty! The dancing is fun, and the scent of the ocean and the sound of the waves are refreshing, which made me feel great.
However, it was a bit disappointing that it rained in Kona, which is quite rare!
やっぱりハワイに行ったら、ダンスショーを楽しまなきゃ!って思いましたね。ただ英語がわからないと寂しい思いもします。座る場所はホストが教えてくれます。その後はどうして良いか判らず座っていると勿体ない!。フリードリンクを取って来て飲んでも良し、ショーの前にココナツの剥き方や、タトゥー、ヤシの葉で作るエンゼルフィッシュ,フラダンスの仕方など2カ所に別れてやっているので、英語がわからずとも座っていないでどんどん見て回ると良いです。
ビュッフェタイプの食事もテーブル事に案内してくれるので、まっていれば良いだけ!。
料理はそれも美味しくて、日本人好みにしたんじゃないか!って位口に合います。それを食べても美味しいです!。ダンスも楽しいし、海の香りと波の音も爽やかで、いい気分でした~。
ただコナには珍しく雨が降ってきました。これがちょっと残念!。
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I went to Hawaii Island for the first time and participated in snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. The guidebooks say it's better in the morning, but I joined the afternoon tour and had plenty of fun. The crew is all foreign, so there might be some language barriers, but they are experienced, so there's no need to worry. The atmosphere was great, and I really enjoyed it. The sea was calm, and if you're lucky, you might catch some fish along the way, and there’s a chance of encountering dolphins while snorkeling. Unfortunately, I didn't see any when I went. The boat was comfortable as well. It's a large catamaran, so I didn't see anyone getting seasick.
今回はじめてハワイ島に行きケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングに参加しました。ガイドブックなどには午前中のほうがいいとかいてありましたが、私が参加したのは午後のツアーでしたが、じゅうぶん楽しめました。クルーは全て外人なのでやや言葉に困るかもしれませんがみななれているので心配は要らないでしょう。のりがよくとてもたのしめました。海もしずかで途中うんがよければ魚もつれるし、シュノーケル中にイルカに出くわすこともあるそうです。残念ながら私が行ったときにはあえませんでしたが。船も快適です。大型のカタマラン船なので船酔いしている人はみかけませんでした。
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The hula dance was great. It made me want to learn how to dance. The food was also delicious, with flavors suited for Japanese tastes. I thought it was generous that cocktails and other drinks were all-you-can-drink. We drove from a hotel around Waikoloa, but it seemed to be rush hour, and we got caught in traffic on the way to Kona. I think it's better to allow some extra time to participate in the show.
フラダンス良かったです。ダンスを習いたくなりました。料理も日本人向けの味付けでおいしかったです。カクテルなど、お酒が飲み放題というのも良心的だと思いました。ワイコロア周辺のホテルから車で向かいましたが、ラッシュの時間帯のようでコナまでに交通渋滞に巻き込まれました。少し余裕を持ってショーに参加したほうがいいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/12 |
Reviewed by: quattro97
I previously rode in a semi-submersible at the Great Barrier Reef, and I have memories of it being tough due to the long boat ride. In contrast, this tour departs from the pier on a small boat and reaches the diving point in about 10 minutes. Once you transfer to the submarine and dive, there’s no more rocking. It’s suitable even for those who are sensitive to motion sickness. This time, my grandparents and children, who couldn’t snorkel, were able to explore the seabed while chatting, and everyone was happy. Along the way, we encountered a sunken ship and schools of fish, and it felt amazing to discover such a paradise so close to land in Hawaii. Additionally, since the participation time is about 120 minutes, we were able to enjoy ourselves before and after, which was great.
以前グレートバリアリーフで半潜水艇に乗ったことがありますが、沖まで長時間船に揺られて辛かった思い出があります。これに対して、このツアーは桟橋から小型船で出発して10分程度で潜水ポイントに到着。そこで潜水艦に移動した後、潜ってしまえば揺れません。乗り物に弱い人でも大丈夫です。今回シュノーケル等ができない、おじいちゃんおばあちゃん、子供と一緒におしゃべりしながら海底探索できて、みんな喜んでくれました。途中、沈没船があったり、魚の群れに遭遇したり、こんな陸の近くにパラダイスがあるなんてハワイってすごい、という感じです。また、参加時間が120分程度なので、その前後もふつ~に遊べてグッドでした。
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as two families. Since it was an English tour, I was a bit anxious, but with the voucher, there were no issues at the reception. Once on board, the staff was kind, which made me feel at ease. The boat anchored in about 8 meters of water. Although I started snorkeling feeling a bit overwhelmed at first, I gradually got used to it and began to see fish and even dive a little...
The kids boldly played by jumping into the sea from the second deck of the boat using a slide and diving from the deck (4-5 meters). The parents also returned to their childhood and jumped in as well.
There are two episodes related to the camera...
First, a friend's husband dove from the deck with a camera! When he came up from underwater, he had a cut on his forehead... the camera had hit him. Fortunately, the injury wasn't too serious, but the camera was broken. For some reason, we all ended up laughing... everything becomes fun when you're here.
Second, my husband came down the stairs from the deck with ease. However, he slipped at the end! The camera he was holding disappeared into the sea. But the staff dove in and found the camera for us. We were so moved. Thank you very much.
2家族で参加しました。英語のツアーなので不安でしたがバウチャーがあれば、受付で困ることはありませんよ。乗船してからもスタッフが優しいので安心でした。船は停泊したのは、水深8M位のところ。シュノーケルを始めたもののアップアップしてしまい始めは不安でしたが慣れてくるとお魚を見たりちょっと潜ってみたり・・・
子供たちは、船の2Fデッキから滑り台で海へ飛び込んだり、デッキ(4~5M)から海へ飛び込んだり、大胆に遊んでいました。親たちも童心に帰って飛び込んでみたりしちゃいました。
そこでカメラにまつわる2つのエピソードが・・・
その1.友人のご主人は、カメラを持ってデッキからダイビング!!水中から顔を上げるとおでこに血が・・・・カメラが当たってしまったのです。けがは、それほどでもなったのですかカメラが壊れてしまったのです。でもなぜか大笑い・・ここにいると何でも楽しくなってしまいます。
その2.私の夫は、軽快にデッキから階段を下りてきました。ところが最後にツル!
手に持っていたカメラが海のそこへ~~消えていきました。ところが、スタッフのかたが潜ってカメラを探してきてくれたのです。もう大感激でした。ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2006/08/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was disappointing that we couldn't see dolphins, but the snorkeling was a huge hit with the kids. They especially loved the slide and diving from the boat, which were very thrilling, and they tried it multiple times. Although it was an English tour, my family, who only speaks Japanese, had almost no problems.
イルカに会えなかったのは残念でしたが、シュノーケリングは子どもが大喜びでした。特に船の上からのすべり台や飛び込みはとてもスリルがあって何度も挑戦していました。英語ツアーだけれど、日本語しかしゃべれないうちの家族でもほとんど問題なかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2006/08/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Our family consisted of our youngest child, a 4-year-old girl, and two boys aged 13 and 15, along with my spouse. We had a decent time. I'm not sure if it was because it was a Monday, but there were about 30 participants in total. The breakfast pastries and fruits, as well as the ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch, were plentiful enough that there were leftovers at the end. I thought the flavors were quite American and a bit bland, but my son really enjoyed the breakfast muffins, and my wife loved the vegetables served at lunch and went back for seconds. The deck was not crowded with that number of people, which felt just right.
After about a 30-minute sail, we arrived at our destination and started snorkeling. The instructions were only in English, but I assumed that the safety information was all that mattered, so I think as long as you have some common sense, you should be fine. The only warning was that "fins should not be worn until just before entering the water," and there were no other particular issues. My 4-year-old daughter, who dislikes getting her face wet, was floating with a life jacket. The three men dove down to about 4 meters to see the fish, but unfortunately, the fish were scarce... (this might have been specific to that day?). This was the biggest downside. I don't know how Hanauma is these days, but I don't think there's much difference (the water wasn't murky like at Hanauma). There was one more thing: the man steering the boat was completely unfriendly. The other crew members were all nice (no worries there). Also, if you're prone to seasickness, it's advisable to take medication beforehand. The ham and cheese sandwiches after snorkeling might be heavy for some people... but I still felt like I wanted to participate again.
我が家は一番下の子が4歳の女の子から上は13、15歳の男の子、そして夫婦で参加いたしました。それなりに楽しめましたよ。月曜だったと言う事なのかよくわかりませんが、参加者は総勢30名くらいだったかな?朝食のパン類果物類、昼のハムやチーズのサンドウィッチも最後には余る位余裕でした。味の方は私はアメリカらしい大味だな~と思っていましたが、息子は朝食のマフィンを家内は昼食で出た野菜類を痛く気に入っておかわりをしていました。デッキはその人数だと混雑していず、丁度良い感じでした。
出航後、約30分の航海で目的地に着きシュノーケルをスタートします。案内は英語だけでしたが、安全に関する話が全てだろうと思っていたので、ある程度常識が有ればOKだと思います。注意されたのは「足ひれは海に入る直前まで着けない」の1点で後は特にありませんでした。4歳の娘も顔に水がつくのが嫌いなくせに、ライフジャケットで浮かんでいました。男たち3人は4mくらいの所まで潜って魚たちを見に行きましたが、なにせ、魚影が薄い・・・(この日に限ってのことなのかも?)これが一番の欠点でした。最近のハナウマがどうか知りませんが、大差はないと思います。(ハナウマの様に水は濁ってませんよ)後もう一つありました。船の舵を取ってるおじさんが全く愛想がない。他のクルーはいい人ばかりです(心配なく)。それから船に弱い人は薬は飲んでおいた方が良い場合が有ります。シュノーケル後のハムやチーズのサンドは人に依ってはヘビーかもしれませんから・・でも、また参加したいという気持ちが沸いてきました。
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| Posted on: | 2006/08/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was the best day for me, as someone who loves snorkeling. The water wasn't as cold as I expected, and the clarity was great, allowing me to see various types of fish. There are quite a few species native to the Hawaiian Islands, so I recommend it to anyone who has experienced snorkeling in other countries.
Also, when entering the water from the boat, you can use stairs, so there's no need to jump off the boat, making it easy for beginners to get into the sea. While waiting to board the boat, I saw a small green turtle swimming by the jetty, so I was hoping to see more turtles, but since the snorkeling spot at Kealakekua Bay doesn't have a beach, turtles don't come close, which was a bit disappointing.
However, I was lucky enough to casually look up while floating in the sea and saw a White-tailed Tropicbird gracefully flying by. It's a bird that you don't often get a chance to see, so this was also a precious memory.
シュノーケルの大好きな私にとって最高の一日でした。
思っていた程水が冷たくありませんでしたし、水の透明度もよくて、色々な種類の魚が見られました。ハワイ諸島固有の魚が結構いるので、他の国でシュノーケルを経験した人にもお勧めです。
また、船から海に入るときは階段を利用できるのでボートから飛び降りる事もなく、初心者も簡単に海に入れます。
ボートへの乗船を待っている間、ジェッティで小さなグリーンタートルが泳いでいましたので、もっとカメを見られるかと期待していたのですが、シュノーケルをするケアラケクア湾はビーチがないので近くにカメはこないという事で、海の中ではカメにあえなかったのがちょっと残念でした。
ただ、ラッキーな事に、海でプカプカしながら何気なく上を見たら、シラオネッタイチョウ(White-tailed Tropicbird)が優雅に飛んで行くのが見えました。なかなか見るチャンスのない鳥なのでこれも貴重な思い出の一つです。
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| Posted on: | 2006/08/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The location of the office was quite difficult to find, so I recommend allowing extra time to get there. After receiving a brief explanation at the office, we drove (in a rental car) to Kahalu'u Beach Park to actually go surfing. The waves weren't too high, making it a perfect spot for beginners. The boards were quite large and heavy for beginners.
We paddled out a little way, and when the waves came, the instructor helped us catch them one by one. Everyone was able to stand up and ride the waves.
Additionally, Kahalu'u Beach Park is famous for its sea turtles, and we were able to see many of them while surfing and when we were entering and exiting the water over the rocky areas.
After the lesson, we dispersed on-site without returning to the office. I had a wonderful time.
オフィスの場所はけっこう解りにくかったので、余裕を持って行かれることをお勧めいたします。
オフィスで簡単な説明を受けた後、実際にサーフィンをする、カハルウ・ビーチ・パークの横まで車(レンタカー)でいきました。波はそんなに高くなくはじめてサーフィンをするにはうってつけの場所でした。ボートはかなり大きめの初心者用で、結構な重さがあります。
少し沖までパドリングをしていき、波がくれば順番にインストラクターがうまく波にのれるように押してしれます。全員が立って波にのることができていました。
また、カハルウ・ビーチ・パークはウミガメで有名なところで、サーフィンをしている間や、海に出入りするときに通る岩場でたくさんのウミガメを見ることができました。
レッスン終了後は、オフィスに戻らず現地で解散です。
楽しいひと時を過ごすことができました。
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| Posted on: | 2006/08/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I rode a submarine for the first time, and my child was so excited, amazed by the huge fish. The only disappointment was not seeing any turtles.
初めて潜水艦なるものに乗りましたが子供はもうはしゃぎっぱなしで巨大な魚にもうびっくり。亀がいなたっかのが唯一残念。
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| Posted on: | 2006/07/29 |
Reviewed by: sista
A unique space completely different from the glamorous dinner shows in urban areas... You can enjoy a relaxed luau and buffet at an outdoor venue full of mood, backed by the Huehue Heiau floating in Kamakahonu Bay in front of the King Kamehameha Hotel.
After a welcome with a shell lei (fresh flower lei for an additional $4) and a commemorative photo, you can enjoy drinks and take your seats. The entertainment begins with body painting and the Coconut Man, followed by the unearthing of the imu (the roasted pig) and the royal court entrance ceremony... There's over an hour of fun before the meal^^
Once you return to your seats, the buffet starts. Since seating is organized by table, there's no crowding, and the food is replenished continuously, allowing you to savor all the dishes. All drinks are free, and you can order at the drink stand. There were fruit punch, cola, Sprite, beer, red and white wine, and Mai Tai. The Mai Tai here is light on rum, making it very easy to drink and highly recommended♪
As your stomach is pleasantly filled and the sun begins to set, the main show starts. With the MC's sweet singing voice and introductions to the history of Big Island interspersed, there are hula, Polynesian, Hawaiian cowboy, tribal dances, and fire dances, all unfolding in a powerful display on a small stage. The Coconut Man also joins the dancers, adding jokes to the diverse program, which is understandable given that it was fully booked even on a weekday (Thursday).
For those with small children (and those who are impatient), I recommend reserving the front-row HANOHANO seats to get to the buffet quickly, as the wait for food can be long and everything is conducted in English. Reservations can be made at the hotel luau desk on the day (before entry). (On weekdays, it's $10 for adults and $8 for children.)
I participated on the night of my arrival on the Big Island, and despite the busy departure from Japan, flight fatigue, and a bit of jet lag, I was able to relax and unwind.
This time, thanks to ALAN's "It's expensive! Alan-chan (lowest price guarantee)," the adult participation fee was changed from $65 to $60!
都市部のきらびやかなディナーショーとは全く違う独特の空間・・・
キングカメハメハホテル前のカマカホヌ湾に浮かぶフエナ・ヘイアウを背にした
ムードたっぷりの屋外の会場で、ルアウとブフェをまったりと楽しめます。
シェルレイでの歓迎(フレッシュフラワーレイは+$4)、記念撮影後の入場後
飲み物を頂いて着席。ボディペインティングやココナッツマン(~)の余興に始まり、
席を離れてイム(生贄の豚の蒸焼の掘り起こし)、ロイヤルコートの入場の儀式…
お食事の前にも、1時間以上のお楽しみがあります^^
お席に戻ってからブフェのスタート。テーブル毎の案内なので、混雑もなく
お料理も次々に補充されるので全てのお料理を堪能できます。
お飲み物はすべてフリー、ドリンクスタンドで各自オーダーします。
フルーツパンチ、コーラ、スプライトと、ビール、赤・白ワイン、マイタイがありました。
こちらのマイタイはラム酒が少なめで、とても飲みやすくオススメです♪
程よくお腹が満たされ、日が暮れ始めた頃、メインのショーのスタート。
MCの甘ぁ~い歌声とBigIslandの歴史紹介を合間にはさみ、フラ、ポリネシアン、
ハワイアンカウボーイ、トライバダンスにファイアダンスまで、小さなステージいっぱいに
展開される迫力あるダンスと、前出のココナツマンもダンサーに加わったりの、
ジョークも交えた多彩な構成で平日(木曜日参加)にもかかわらず満席なのも納得。
お食事までの時間が長い事と、進行はすべて英語のみなので、小さなお子様連れの方
(&せっかちな方)は、ブフェに早く立てる前列のHANOHANO席の予約をおすすめします。
ホテルのルアウデスクで当日(入場前)の予約が可能です。(平日は大人$10、子供$8)
ハワイ島到着日の夜の参加でしたが、忙しなく日本を後にしてきた事や
フライトの疲れ、少々の時差も忘れてしまうほど、のんびりと癒されました。
今回、ALANさんの「高いよ!アランちゃん(最低料金保証)」にて、
大人の参加代金が$65→$60に変更されました!
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| Posted on: | 2006/07/24 |
Reviewed by: シュノーケラー
It was a wonderful tour that met my expectations. The clarity of the ocean was amazing, I got to see many fish, and the food was delicious. There were no Japanese staff, but they accommodated us without any issues. I would like to participate again. For those who dislike being around too many Japanese people in Hawaii, I recommend this tour as there were only a few Japanese participants.
期待通りの、すばらしいツアーでした。海の透明度もすばらしく、たくさんの魚にも会え、食事も美味しかったです。日本人スタッフはいませんが、別段不自由なく対応してくれました。また、参加したいです。ハワイは日本人ばかりでいやだという人には、日本人の参加者は数組しかいなくお勧めです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2006/07/11 |
Reviewed by: alohaspirit
I just returned from my 11th trip to Hawaii after a year and a half. This was my second time on the Big Island. As for the Island Breeze Luau, my impression is "just okay."
From a show perspective, I prefer the grand performance at the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu. There were six male dancers and four female dancers, if I remember correctly. One of the female dancers wasn't that great. Maybe she was still inexperienced?
Regarding the food, the basic luau dishes like kalua pig, lau lau, lomi lomi salmon, ahi poke, and haupia were all very delicious. However, the buffet serving area was quite small for the number of guests (only two spots), and each table had to go up at staggered times. Unfortunately, the table I was seated at was the last to go, and while I didn't have to worry about food running out, I ended up waiting a long time and got really hungry.
As for the location, I stayed at the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, which made it easy to get there. It was nice to have the ocean right in front of me.
One more thing that caught my attention was the commemorative photo at the entrance. At the Paradise Cove Luau on Oahu, the dancers joined in for a very vibrant photo, but at the Island Breeze Luau, they just had the guests stand there for a picture. The background was just a hedge, making it look like an amateur digital camera shot. Of course, I didn't buy that photo.
So, for those who have never experienced a luau and are only going to the Big Island, I would say it's "worth a try." However, if you're also visiting Oahu, I highly recommend the Polynesian Cultural Center or Paradise Cove Luau.
1年半ぶり、11回目のハワイ旅行に行ってきました。ハワイ島は2回目です。アイランドブリーズルアウ、私としては「まぁまぁ」という感想です。
ショーの観点からは私はオアフ島のポリネシアカルチャーセンターの壮大なやつの方が好きです。ダンサーの構成は男性6名、女性4名だったかな。その中の女性一名の踊りがちょっとイマイチでした。まだ歴が浅かったのかな?
料理についてですが、カルアピッグ・ラウラウ・ロミロミサーモン・アヒポキ・ハウピアなどの基本的なルアウ料理はそれぞれとてもおいしかったです。しかし客の人数に対しバフェをサーブする場所がとても小さく(たったの2箇所)、各テーブル毎に時間差で取りに行かされ、よりによって私が着席したテーブルは一番最後に食事を取りに行くはめになり、食べ物がもう残っていない!という心配は全くないのですが、待たされてとてもお腹がすいてしまいました。
ロケーションとしては、私はキングカメハメハコナビーチホテルに泊まったので、行くのが楽で良かったです。目の前が海というのも良かったです。
あと一つ気になったのが、入場時の記念撮影。オアフ島のパラダイスコーブルアウの時はダンサーの人も一緒に写真に入ってくれてとても華やかな仕上がりだったのですが、このアイランドブリーズルアウはただ客を立たせて写すだけ。しかも背景もただの垣根。素人のデジカメ同然でした。もちろんその写真は買いませんでした。
ということで、ルアウを体験したことがなくハワイ島にしか行かれない方には「まぁ行ってみるのも良いでしょう」程度のお勧め度ですが、オアフ島にも行かれる方は是非ポリネシアカルチャーセンターかパラダイスコーブルアウをお勧めします。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2006/07/10 |
Reviewed by: コナコーヒー百姓
I participated in the morning tour on May 22nd. The Fair Wind boat is located about 15-20 minutes south by car from downtown Kona at Keauhou Bay. The morning in Kona is incredibly pleasant, and driving while overlooking the Pacific Ocean is the best. After parking in the designated lot, I checked in. After showing my voucher and signing the waiver, I received my boarding pass and went to get my snorkel. There was a brief explanation before boarding, and then we set sail. Be sure to grab a seat on the second floor and soak up the sun. The sun in Kona is no joke, so make sure to apply sunscreen to avoid getting burned. I spotted a wild dolphin, but it seems that whales can be seen during the season. While enjoying a light breakfast of muffins, cake, Hawaiian juice, and coffee, we arrived at Kealakekua Bay in about 30 minutes. In the morning, the winds are light, so we mostly use the engine, but on windy afternoon tours, we can enjoy quiet sailing with the sails up. Once we arrived, the captain gave us safety instructions and explained how to use the snorkel before we entered the water. The sun was hot, so getting into the water felt like heaven. I was first amazed by the coral reef forest. Since it's a marine life conservation area, the water clarity is outstanding, and you can see the fish very well. What's particularly impressive is that the depth suddenly increases to about 10-20 meters from the coral reef to the inner bay, so when you go out, you can't see the bottom. The sensation of sunlight pouring down to the deep blue bottom is unforgettable. Kealakekua Bay is the famous place where Captain Cook landed, and it's a historically significant bay where white people "discovered" Hawaii in the 18th century. It is said that Captain Cook's ship was surrounded by 1,000 to 1,500 Hawaiian canoes upon landing. The season when they landed was just the time of "peace and restoration," and fortunately, they received a warm welcome. However, three months later, when he tried to leave Hawaii and returned to Kealakekua Bay due to rough seas, the season had already changed, and he was welcomed by 3,000 warriors. They attempted to kidnap an ali'i (chief rank royalty) but failed and were brutally killed. Unfortunately, we cannot land at the Captain Cook monument. After snorkeling, we relaxed while enjoying a barbecue on the boat. We could enjoy water slides and diving, having fun in true Hawaiian style. We set sail around noon and took about 20 minutes to reach Keauhou.
5月22日の午前ツアーに参加してきました。 コナのダウンタウンから車で15~20分南に下った所にあるケアホウ湾にフェアウィンド号はあります。 コナの朝は超気持ちいいし、太平洋を見下ろしながらのドライブは最高。 指定された駐車場に車を止めたら、チェックイン。 バウチャー見せてウェイバーにサインしたら、乗船券を渡されて自分のスノーケルを取りに行きます。 乗船前に簡単な説明があり、いよいよ出港。 ぜひ2階に席をとって太陽をガンガンに浴びましょう。 コナの日差しは洒落にならないので日焼け止めは必ず塗りって火傷しない様に。 野生のイルカを一匹見られましたが、季節にはクジラが見えるみたいです。 マフィン、ケーキ、ハワイアンジュース、コーヒーなどの軽い朝食を食べながら、ケアラケクア湾には大体30分位で着きます。 午前中は風が弱いので大体はエンジンを使って行きますが、風の強い午後のツアーは帆を張って静かなセーリングを楽しめます。 いよいよ着いたらキャプテンから注意事項、スノーケルの使用法等の説明を受けて、水に入ります。 日差しが暑かったので水に入ると天国の気分。 まずは珊瑚礁の森に驚かされます。 海洋生物保護区なので水の透明度は超抜群で、魚達もよく見えます。 特に凄いのは珊瑚礁から内湾にかけて10−20m程は急に深くなっているので沖に出ると底が見えない事です。 太陽の光がディープブルーの底に注いでる感覚は頭に焼き付きます。 ケアラケクア湾はかの有名なキャプテンクックが上陸した場所で、18世紀に白人がハワイを「発見」した歴史的な湾です。 キャプテンクックの船は上陸時、1000~1500ものハワイアンカヌーに囲まれたそうです。 彼らが上陸した季節は丁度「平和と回復」の時期で、幸運にも大変なもてなしを受けたそうですが、 3ヶ月後ハワイを離れ様とし荒海のため再びケアラケクア湾に戻った時は、ハワイは既に季節は変わっていて、3000人もの戦士に迎えられたそうです。 彼らはアリイ(酋長ランクの王族)を誘拐しようとして失敗し、無惨にも殺害されました。 残念ながらキャプテンクックのモニュメントには上陸できません。一通りスノーケルを済ました後は、バーベキューを船上で頬張りながらくつろぎます。 ウォータースライダーやダイビング等を楽しめ、ハワイらしく遊べます。 大体お昼過ぎに出港し20分位かけてケアホウ
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2006/05/23 |
Reviewed by: かずと
A beautiful boat, American-style breakfast and lunch, and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters! Most participants were Westerners, and we were the only Japanese, but it was actually fun to communicate in broken English. However, I was quite disappointed that we didn't see the dolphins we were hoping for... The captain did his best to find them, but it's just luck, so there's nothing we can do about it. Since I do scuba diving, just being on the surface isn't quite enough for me (laughs).
きれいな船、アメリカンな朝食&昼食、そして透明度抜群な海でのシュノーケリング!参加者は欧米人がほとんどで、日本人は私たちだけでしたが、かえって片言英語でのコミュニケーションが楽しかったです。ただ、目当てだったイルカが見れなかったのでかなりがっかり・・・。船長さんは一生懸命探してくれたんですけどね。これは運だから仕方が無いです。私はスキューバダイビングをやるんで、やはり水面だけでは物足りないですね(苦笑)
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| Posted on: | 2006/03/22 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き!
The excitement of encountering small fish in shallow waters during my first snorkeling experience in Hawaii. The thrill of meeting fish at the bottom of the sea, about 10 meters deep, during a scuba diving experience. This time, it surpassed all of that.
As someone who struggles with equalizing pressure, I found the discomfort during the experience diving slightly overwhelming, and since then, I had stayed away from the ocean floor. This time, I thought of participating in a submarine tour. It exceeded my expectations. In the submarine, I could dive as deep as I wanted without any discomfort and thoroughly enjoy the beautiful, fantastical underwater world. Although it seemed like we were submerged for 30 minutes, I was so captivated that it flew by in no time. Sparkling corals, small fish, some unidentified sea creatures, and even a couple of dolphins! According to the guide, this was rare and lucky.
The town of Kailua-Kona had a relaxed, harbor town vibe that I enjoyed, but more than that, I was completely satisfied with the beautiful, fantastical underwater world of Kailua-Kona.
ハワイでの初めてのスノーケルで浅い水中で小さな魚たちに出会えたときの感動。体験スキューバダイビングで10メートル程度の海の底の魚たちと初めて出会えたときの感動。今回はそれらを上回りました。
耳抜きの苦手な私は、体験ダイビングでは苦しさが感動を若干上回り、以来、海の底とは遠ざかっていました。そして今回思いついたのが潜水艦ツアーへの参加。これは期待以上でした。潜水艦はもちろんどんなに潜っても苦しくなることなく、じっくり美しく幻想的な別世界を楽しむことができました。30分の潜水時間だったようですが、夢中になってしまいあっという間に過ぎてしまいました。きらきら光る珊瑚、小さな魚たち、なにやら不明な海底動物、そして、なんとイルカのカップルにも遭遇しました。ガイドさんによると、これは珍しくラッキーだったようです。
カイルアコナの街も港町という感じでのんびりして良かったのですが、それ以上に、カイルアコナの美しい海底の幻想的な別世界に大満足しました。
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| Posted on: | 2006/03/16 |
Reviewed by: ミーティングプラナー
I attended various luaus on different islands, but Island Breeze is honestly exceptional. It is very well produced and efficiently captures the spirit and atmosphere of Hawaii without losing its essence.
違う島々で色々なルアウに行きましたが、アイランドブリーズは正直絶賛ものです。 とてもうまくプロディースされておりハワイの魂と雰囲気を壊すこと無く効率よくまとめてあります。
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| Posted on: | 2005/12/09 |
Reviewed by: アニータ
Thank you for the wonderful luau. The MC was very welcoming, and it was a fun night. Moreover, I learned a lot about Hawaii.
素晴らしいルアウをありがとう。MCの方がとっても歓迎してくれ楽しい夜でした。 しかもとてもハワイについて勉強にもなりました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2005/12/09 |
Reviewed by: ルアウにはまりました!
I participated in a luau, one of the highlights of my three-day stay in Hawaii. A friend who calls himself a Hawaii expert told me that if I'm in Hawaii, it would be a waste to just have dinner every night, so I joined the luau, and I really enjoyed it. I'm glad I participated. While luaus are not very familiar to us Japanese, they are said to be the most popular among American travelers in Hawaii. I’ve heard that luaus originally were ceremonial feasts for Polynesian royal families or celebrations for the growth of children in general families, but for me, it was an exotic dinner with a Polynesian entertainment show that provided a sense of extraordinary experience for one night in Hawaii.
The Island Breeze Luau I attended was held on the beach next to the Kailua-Kona harbor. Upon entry, I received a drink, and after a while, there was the traditional ceremony of unearthing the roasted pig, which brought an indescribable sense of the extraordinary. After that, it was time for the buffet-style dinner, where I piled my plate with my favorite Hawaiian pork dish (kalua pork) and various dishes I had never seen before, eating until I could hardly move. Some dishes were delicious, while others made me wonder, "What is this?" but overall, I was very satisfied. As the sun began to set, the full-fledged Polynesian show started. The host's English was only half understandable for me, as I struggle with the language, but the Polynesian show featuring men and women unfolding one after another to the lively music of the backing musicians was breathtaking. From hula dancing to fire dancing, I was captivated by the charm of the exotic female dancers. With wonderful music, enchanting dances, a Hawaiian dinner, and the beach and sunset in Hawaii, thank you so much, Island Breeze Luau. As I passed by numerous restaurants in the streets of Kailua-Kona on my way back, I thought to myself that I was glad I participated in the luau instead of just having a meal at a restaurant. Maybe I am already a Hawaii expert?
ハワイ滞在3日間の中の目玉の一つルアウに参加しました。自称ハワイの達人?と名乗る友人からハワイにいるなら、ただ、夕食を食べるなんてもったいないことを毎晩するなと言われ参加したルアウ、ほんと楽しかった。参加して良かったです。ルアウは、われわれ日本人の中ではあまり馴染みのないものですが、ハワイのアメリカ人旅行者の中では一番人気だそうです。ルアウはもともとポリネシアン民族の王様一族の宴会儀式、あるいは一般家族の子供の成長を祝う宴会儀式という話を聞いたことがありますが、私にとってはハワイでの一夜の非日常感いっぱいのエキゾチックな男女ポリネシアンエンターテメントショー付きディナーでした。
今回、私が参加したアイランドブリーズルアウは、カイルアコナの港の横のビーチで行われました。入場時に飲み物をもらい、しばらく待つと、ルアウではお約束という豚の蒸し焼きを土から掘り返す儀式があり、なんともいえない非日常感にようことができました。そのあと、ビュッフェスタイルの夕食の時間になり、大好きなハワイ豚料理(カルアポーク)をメインに、見たこともない料理をそれぞれ皿にもり、動けなくなるまで食べました。おいしかったり、これは何?というもの様々でしたが大満足。夕陽が暮れたころからか本格的にポリネシアンショーがスタート。司会者の人が話す英語は、英語苦手な私には半分しか理解できなかったのですが、バックミュージシャンの軽快な音楽にのって、次から次へ繰り広げられる男女のポリネシアンショーは圧巻でした。フラダンスからファイアーダンスまで。エキゾチックな女性ダンサーのみなさんの魅力にはまいりました。素晴らしい音楽、魅惑のダンス、ハワイアンな夕食、そして、ハワイのビーチと夕陽、アイランドブリーズルアウほんとうにありがとう。帰り道のカイルアコナの街中のいくつもののレストランを通り過ぎる中で、レストランでただ食事しないで、ルアウに参加して良かったと思う自分は、もしかして、もうハワイの達人?
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| Posted on: | 2005/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Anita, Alaska
Thank you all for the wonderful luau...the master of ceremonies graciously made us feel welcome...Not only an enjoyable evening, but educational as well.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2005/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Meeting Planner, Toronto, Ontario
The quality of entertainment at the luau was superb. I have attended a number of luaus on different islands, and I will honestly say that the Island Breeze Luau will be recommended with the highest praise...Very complete, well produced and effeciently conducted - reflects spirit and atmosphere of Hawaii.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2005/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Make-A-Wish, Hawaii
Thank you Island Breeze for making the dreams of wish children come true. Your luau is always a highlight of their trip.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2005/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Ali Rohfeld, Travel Specialist
Overall, I still think this is the best luau I've been to so far.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2005/11/30 |
Reviewed by: 週末サーファー
It was my first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. As expected, it was a lava island, and I was surprised by the differences from Oahu. Since I stayed at the King Kamehameha Hotel, the Island Breeze Luau was conveniently held right in the backyard by the beach. Upon entering, I was presented with a shell lei by a Hawaiian beauty for a commemorative photo. People here are even more laid-back than on Oahu. When I was shown to my seat and looked back, there was the Pacific Ocean! Watching the waves crash against the lava rocks, I understood why King Kamehameha chose the Big Island as his home. I also got to see the imu ceremony (the ritual of taking out a pig that has been steamed for hours in an underground oven), and just as I was enjoying some drinks, we were served a royal feast buffet-style. The banquet, with the cool Kona breeze blowing, felt just like being with King Kamehameha himself. After we finished eating, the Polynesian show began. First, I was dazzled by the Tahitian fast hip-shaking dance, then overwhelmed by the Maori war dance, and finally enchanted by the beauty of the Hawaiian hula. It was an hour that flew by in no time. The finale was, without a doubt, the Samoan fire knife dance. They performed tricks that looked incredibly hot, exciting the audience. Throughout the show, friendly locals brought us drinks, and I was very satisfied. I believe it's a show that anyone, whether families, couples, or friends, can enjoy with peace of mind. If you have the chance to go to the Big Island, I highly recommend it!
初めてのハワイ島でした。さすがに聞いていた通りの溶岩島で、オアフ島との違いにびっくり。キングカメハメハホテルでの宿泊でしたので、アイランドブリーズルアウはすぐ裏庭のビーチサイドの敷地で行われ便利でした。 入場と同時にハワイアン美女に貝殻のレイをプレゼントされ記念撮影。 オアフ島よりさらに人々はゆったりとしています。 席に案内され、後ろを見たらもうそこは太平洋! 溶岩でできた岩にぶつかる波を見ながら、カメハメハ王がハワイ島を住居に選んだ理由も納得。 見たかったイムの儀式(地下のオーブンで長時間蒸された豚を取り出す儀式)も見れ、いい感じでお酒も回って来たところでバイキングスタイルの王族のごちそうを頂きました。コナの涼しい風に吹かれながらの宴会はまるでカメハメハ王そのもの。食べ終わった処でポリネシアンショーが始まりました。 まずはタヒチアンの超高速腰振りダンスに目を回し、マオリ族の戦いの踊りに圧倒され、ハワイアンのフーラの美しさに陶酔し、あっという間の一時間でした。最後は何と言ってもサモアンのファイヤーナイフダンスのフィナーレ。見ててどう見ても熱いだろうというトリックを次々に披露し、観客を熱狂させました。 ショーの間もフレンドリーなローカルが飲み物を運んでくれて、大満足。 家族、カップル、友達に限らずどんな方でも安心して楽しめるショーだと思います。 ハワイ島に行く機会があれば、ぜひお勧めです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2005/11/26 |
Reviewed by: たにやん
I participated in the morning tour on August 19. Boarding started at 9 AM. As soon as we boarded and looked down at the sea, we saw a large school of fish. Chased by five big fish, we observed how the school changed shape, which heightened our expectations for this tour. After leaving the school of fish behind, the boat set sail and arrived at our destination in about an hour. The water clarity was outstanding! Even from the surface, we could see the shadows of many fish. Here, the crew provided explanations about snorkeling in English. And then, it was finally time to go into the water. Because the Fair Wind boat is large, the nearby water temperature was cold. However, it was warm in the shallows when we swam with fins, so it was fine. There were many tropical fish in yellow and black, and the coral was incredibly beautiful. I even found an eel hiding in the coral. After swimming for a while, when I started to feel tired, I noticed smoke coming from the boat. Yes, it was the smoke from grilling cheeseburger patties. Tempted by the delicious smell, I returned to the boat and enjoyed a burger before heading back into the water again. Alternatively, you could play on the boat's slide. Adults were jumping in with the kids too. The boat set sail around 12:20 PM for the return trip, but there was still fun to be had on the way back. They lowered about four fishing rods from the boat, and one of them caught a fish. It seemed to be quite a big one, and the excitement grew among everyone, but what came up was surprisingly a slim fish that looked like a larger version of a barracuda. Then, there was a video shoot on the first floor of the boat where everyone was filmed that day. After that wrapped up and as we got closer to the port, we spotted five wild dolphins playing in the waves created by the boat! However, I had left my camera on the second floor of the boat and couldn't capture them on film. Soon we reached the port, and as the waves disappeared, the dolphins swam away. Most people didn’t notice them. We probably saw them for about a minute. If you're lucky, you might see them, so be sure to bring your camera wherever you go. It was truly a highly satisfying tour. In Kona, the wind picks up in the afternoon, and the waves can get a bit rough, so I recommend the morning tour. The crew only speaks English. Besides us, there were two groups of Japanese families spanning three generations and two girls traveling together. Most participants were from Western countries. If you're concerned about sunburn and want to sit on the first floor during the boat ride, make sure to check in by 8:30 AM and line up.
8月19日の午前のツアーに参加しました。乗船開始時間9時。乗船早々に船から海を見下ろすと大きな魚の群れが見えました。大きな魚5匹に追っかけられて、群れがいろんな形に変化する様子が観察でき、がぜんこのツアーへの期待度が高まります。魚の群れを跡に船は出港し、1時間ほどで目的地に到着。海の透明度は抜群!!。海面からも濃い魚影がみえます。ここで船のクルーから英語にてシュノーケル等の説明があります。そして、いよいよ海の中へ。フェアウインドの船は大きいせいか、付近の海水温度は冷たいです。でも、フィンで浅瀬まで泳いでいくとぬくいので大丈夫。黄色とか黒の熱帯魚がたくさんいて、なんといっても珊瑚が大変美しかったです。私は珊瑚の隙間にうつぼもみつけましたよ。ひとしきり泳いで、疲れたなと思ったころに、なにやら船から煙がでています。そう、チーズバーガーのお肉を焼いてる煙なんです。いい匂いにつられて、船に戻り、バーガーをひとしきり食べたら、私たちはもう1度海に戻りましたが、そのまま船のスライダーで遊んでもいいかもしれません。大人も子供と一緒になって飛び込んでましたよ。12時20分頃船は出港。帰路につきますが、この帰路にも楽しみはありました。船から4本ほど魚を釣る竿をおろしているのですが、それに魚がかかりました。けっこう大物みたいで、俄然周囲は盛り上がりましたが、あがってきたのはいがいとしょぼいカマスの大きいバージョンみたいなスリムな魚でした。そして、船の1階で当日みんなを撮影したビデオの撮影会がありました。それが終了して、港も近くなったころ、船の作る波間を遊ぶように5頭の野生のイルカを発見!。が、カメラは船の2階におきっぱでカメラに収めることはできませんでした。ほどなく港につき、波が消えたため、イルカも去っていってしまいました。ほとんどの人が気付いてませんでした。時間にして1分ぐらい見れたでしょうか。運がよければみれるので、どこに行くにもぜひカメラをお供にすることをお忘れなく。ほんと満足度の高いツアーでした。コナは午後は風が吹き、波が少し荒くなるので、午前のツアーをお勧めします。船のクルーは英語のみです。私達のほかに日本人は3世代ファミリーが2組と、女の子同士2人が来ていました。参加者は欧米人が大半です。日焼けが気になり、船の移動中1階に座りたい人は8時30分には受付を済ませ、並びましょう。
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| Posted on: | 2005/08/24 |
Reviewed by: しの
I was really anxious about participating alone, but the staff was friendly and I had a great time. The sea was beautiful and clear, and I was able to see a lot of fish, which was wonderful. There was a slide, and both adults and children had a lot of fun jumping off the second level of the boat. I think this is a place where families and couples can enjoy themselves widely.
一人参加で凄く不安だったんですが、スタッフはフレンドリーでとても楽しく過ごせました。海はきれいで透明だし魚も沢山見れてとてもよかったです。滑り台はあるし、船の2階部分から飛び込みをしたりして大人も子供も凄く楽しんでいました。ここはファミリーからカップルまで幅広く楽しめるところだと思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2005/05/06 |
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