Manta Ray Watch on Glassbottom Cruise (from Kailua-Kona Pier)

night adventure

Reviewed by: mommyHI

Great trip. We saw manta rays - just a few - but we saw them! Which was awesome since the kids got a tad seasick. Didn't think it would be a factor but maybe since it was dark that contributed. The crew was great.

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

I was moved. 感動しました。

Reviewed by: リーさん

I was worried about altitude sickness, but the staff's explanations and support made me feel at ease during the stargazing. The tour with Masashi, who even lends you pants because it gets really cold at the summit, is great. It seems that the stars visible change with the seasons, so I would like to go again if I have the chance. Thank you very much.

高山病の不安があったのですが、スタッフの方の説明や対応で安心して星空観察できました。山頂は本当に寒いので、ズボンまで貸してくれるマサシさんのツアーは良いです。
季節によって見られる星が違うようなので、機会があったらまた行きたいです。ありがとうございました。

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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＞

Simply the best. とにかく最高

Reviewed by: ナカムラ

My husband and I participated together. I can't swim very well, but they provided me with a swimsuit and floatation devices, so I was fine. We were able to easily meet dolphins without searching for them. The staff member Daisuke took us close to the dolphins. He also took photos for us and made the experience very enjoyable. Dolphins came right up in front of us. The bubble rings created by the dolphins rose up from the ocean floor, and it was beautiful. I was truly moved. There was also a baby dolphin. My husband said he saw a manta ray as well. The captain was friendly, and since there were only a few of us, it felt very relaxed. The boat was small, but it was comfortable enough. I took motion sickness medication, but no one got seasick. It was a dreamlike moment. If I get the chance to go to the Big Island again, I will definitely participate again. Thank you, Captain and Daisuke!

主人と二人で参加しました。私はあまり泳げませんが、スイムスーツと浮き具を貸してもらえるので大丈夫でした。イルカを探し回ることなく簡単に会えることができました。スタっフのダイスケ君がイルカの近くまで連れていってくれます。写真も撮ってくれたりと、とても楽しませてくれました。ほんとに目の前にイルカがきてくれました。イルカの作るバブルリングが海の底からたくさんあがってきて、きれいでした。ホント感動しました~。赤ちゃんイルカもいましたよ。主人はマンタも見たそうです。キャプテンも気さくな方で少人数ということもあり、わきあいあいとしていました。船は小さいですが乗りごこちも悪くなかったです。酔い止めは飲んでいましたが、誰も酔いませんでした。夢のようなひとときでした。またハワイ島に行くことができたら絶対参加します。キャプテン、ダイスケ君ありがとうございました。

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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

I felt like going for a walk. 散歩気分でした

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I participated on the morning of October 16. The weather was nice, and I leisurely explored the valley while swaying on horseback.

I was worried about the language barrier since it was only in English, but there were no issues as they explained things with gestures. (I needed a bit more English for check-in than for riding the horse. Basically, it was fine to just hand over the voucher, but I think I was told something like "Go to the restroom" and "We'll leave at 9:30, so be around here.")

By the way, the meeting place was a very stylish shop with many wonderful items that you wouldn't find in the city. (There were lots of designer pieces.)

After descending a steep slope in a 4WD, we entered a quiet valley. I got on the horse from there, and although I was tense and stiff at first, I quickly got into the groove within five minutes. I was able to enjoy walking through the river where the horse's belly was submerged in water and leisurely taking in the scenery.

Although I couldn't communicate perfectly in English, the guide was cheerful and kind, explaining fruits along the way and taking pictures at the viewpoints, which I appreciated.

I think just bringing a camera is sufficient. There isn't much opportunity to drink water while riding. I also didn't need sunglasses since there was a nice amount of shade from the trees.

10月16日の午前中に参加しました。
天気も良く、のんびりと馬の背にゆられて渓谷を散策してきました。

英語のみ、ということで心配でしたが身振り手振りで説明してくれたので問題なかったです。
（馬の乗り方より、チェックインのほうが少し英語が必要でした。基本的にバウチャーを渡すだけで大丈夫ですが「トイレに行っといて」と「9：30に出発するからそこらへんにいて」と言われたような気がします。）

ちなみに集合場所のお店はとてもおしゃれなお店で
街中で売っていないようなすてきなものがたくさんおいてありました。（デザイナーの作品とかがたくさんありました。）

四駆で急こう配の坂を降りると静かな渓谷の中になります。
そこから馬に乗りましたが、はじめは緊張してガチガチだったものの5分もすればすっかり調子づいてきて、馬のお腹が水につかる位の川の中を歩いたり、のんびり景色をながめたりして楽しむことができました。

英語なので上手な意思疎通はできませんでしたが、それでも途中果物の説明をしてくれたり、ビューポイントで写真をとってくれたりとガイドの方も陽気で親切にしてくださりよかったと思います。

持ち物はカメラだけで十分だと思います。
馬に乗っているときは水を飲む余裕はあまりないですので。
私はサングラスも不要でした。ほどよく木陰がありましたので。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

The Milky Way was beautiful. 天の川が綺麗だったです

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

The sunset viewed from above the sea of clouds was very beautiful. The stargazing afterward was also amazing, as the sky was completely clear, allowing the stars to shine beautifully. The Milky Way, in particular, was stunning.

雲海の上から見るサンセットはとても綺麗でした。
その後の星空観察も雲一つない空だったので、星がとても綺麗に見えました。
特に天の川が素晴らしかった。

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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

It depends on the weather. 天気次第

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

I went in early October. The weather was bad, so it was cold, and I got out of the sea in less than 10 minutes. My friend endured the cold and stayed in the water until the last moment, but he was shivering the whole time until we got back.

When the weather is bad and the sun doesn't shine, the perceived temperature is low, and you end up going home without drying off, so it was very cold.

I was able to see dolphins swimming in the distance, and I think if the weather had been good, it would have been a very satisfying snorkeling experience.

10月初旬に行きました。
天気が悪かったので寒くて10分足らずで海から上がりました。
友人は寒いのに耐えてギリギリまで海に入っていましたが上がってから帰るまでの間ずっと震えていました。

天気が悪いと日が差さないため体感温度も低く身体も乾かないままに帰ることになるのでとても寒かったです。

遠くでイルカが泳いでるのを見ることができ天気さえよければ大満足のシュノーケリングが出来たと思います。

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ハワイ島　シュノーケルクルーズ　SUP体験もできる充実ツアー！貸し切りプランあり＜午前／朝食・昼食付き＞ by フラカイ号

Beautiful. 綺麗

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

"Unlike in Japan, snorkeling here is in deeper water, so it might be tough for small children, but if they can swim, there’s no problem."

"It would be even better if they offered paid items for free!"

日本と違って水深があるとこでのシュノーケルなので小さい子は厳しいかもしれないが、泳げれば問題なし。」

有料のアイテムを無料にしてくれてたらなおOK！

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

Main event of the trip to Hawaii. ハワイ旅行のメインイベント

Reviewed by: MIC

This was the event I was looking forward to the most on this trip. Thanks to the two guides who provided very thorough explanations, from altitude sickness prevention to detailed descriptions of each constellation, it turned out to be a tour that was even more enjoyable and memorable than I expected. Thank you so much for taking so many photos as well. If you're staying on the Big Island, I highly recommend participating!

今回の旅行で一番楽しみにしていたイベントです。
ガイドのお二人に高山病対策からひとつひとつの星座の説明まで、とても丁寧に説明していただいたおかげで、期待以上に楽しく思い出になるツアーでした。
写真も沢山撮っていただいて、本当にありがとうございました。
ハワイ島に宿泊されるなら、ぜひ参加されることをオススメします！

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

More Than We Could Have Expected!

Reviewed by: Vanessa and Josh Alvarez

This was a great purchase! It was a great experience, the guide was awesome, and it was definitely something that cannot be done back home! My husband and I went on our honeymoon and book this activity for our first day in Hawaii. The description stated, Sea Cave Kayaking Adventure, but we got so much more! We kayaked, went to the sea cave, swam with dolphins, snorkeled, got to jump off a cliff, fed the mongoose, had a nice lunch, and learned a lot about sea life, not to mention the hundreds of different fish and sea life we got to encounter. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and always kept safety a priority! No question about it we would return time and time again!

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

Girls vacation!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Great!
Worth every penny. Great food

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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 good. よかった

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

We sped along on a motorboat.

It was really thrilling.

We even saw wild dolphins,

and although it was an English tour, the staff were kind and made it enjoyable.

Thank you very much.

エンジンのついたボートを飛ばして進みます。

すごく迫力がありました。

野生のイルカも見れたし、

英語ツアーでしたが、スタッフの人は優しく
楽しめました。

ありがとうございました。

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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＞

Hawaii Island Sunset Dinner Sailing ハワイ島　サンセット・ディナーセーリング

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

No one else from Japan participated besides us, but we were able to see a wonderful sunset. It was breathtaking.

日本の方は私たち以外どなたも参加されておりませんでしたが、素晴らしいサンセットが見られました。
感激です。

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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＞

Kona Luau コナ　ルアウ

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

It was a tour with few Japanese participants, but I really felt like I was abroad. The show was sophisticated, and the management was very well organized. There was plenty of time, and I was very satisfied.

日本の方の少ないツアーでしたが、外国に来たなという感じがよかった。ショーは洗練されており、管理が行き届いた運営でした。時間もたっぷりあり大変満足でした。

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ハワイ島 ケアラケクア湾　シュノーリングツアー ＜軽食付き／英語ガイド＞

It's a very exciting tour. とても興奮するツアーです

Reviewed by: TM

Ocean rafting was exhilarating, as we sped towards the waves, making me want to shout with joy. The snorkeling was fantastic, with so many fish that I never got bored. We enjoyed chatting while eating fruits and snacks on board. Later, as we approached the cliffs, they showed us the rock layers and explained the lava formations. It was a lot of fun. The meeting point was a bit hard to find.

オーシャンラフティングは波に向かってスピードを上げて走っていくのはつい声を出してしまうほど爽快でした。シュノーケリングも本当に魚が多く見あきることがありません。乗船してフルーツとスナックを食べながら談笑。その後岸壁に近く船をすすめがけの地層を、溶岩を見せてくれ説明してくれました。
とても楽しかったです。
集合場所が少しわかりにくかったです。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

Breathtaking Mauna Kea Sunset and Shooting Stars 絶景マウナケアサンセットと流れ星

Reviewed by: 一人旅のカメラ小僧

On September 29, I participated alone. I never expected to see a sunset at an altitude of over 4,000 meters, higher than Mount Fuji. The fact that we could drive to the summit made it very appealing, especially since I have no climbing experience. Thanks to the advice from our guide, Chizuko, I didn't have to worry about altitude sickness (laughs), and in front of me was a wonderful sunset... I truly had an amazing time.

That night was a full moon, so the night sky was a bit too bright for stargazing, but when our guide Chizuko pointed out the stars with a laser pointer, we saw a shooting star in that exact spot for a brief moment...☆. It was a very interesting moment where all participants got to see the shooting star.

I was able to create the best memories on my first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. Thank you very much. I will definitely go back to the Big Island~♪

９月２９日、男一人で参加いたしました。
富士山よりも高い標高４０００メートルを超える山の山頂でサンセットを見れるなんて思ってもいませんでした。
山頂まで車で移動するので登山経験がない私でも安心して参加できるのがとても魅力でした。
心配していた高山病もガイドの千鶴子さんのアドバイスのお陰で大丈夫（笑）、そして目の前では素晴らしいサンセット・・・。ほんとに素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができました。
この日は満月ともあって星空観測にはちょっと明かる過ぎの夜空でしたが、ガイドの千鶴子さんがレーザーポインターで星空を差した瞬間、ちょうどその場所に短い時間でしたが流れ星が・・・☆。参加者皆が流れ星を見れるという非常に面白い場面もありました。
初めてのハワイ島で最高の思い出作ることができました。ありがとうございました。
またハワイ島に行きます~♪

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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＞

First rafting 初ラフティング

Reviewed by: greatrabi

It was my first time, so I was a bit skeptical about rafting. It was quite fast and bouncy, and our captain playfully took sharp turns, making the journey to the snorkeling point a fun activity. The tour guide spoke only in English, so I couldn't understand anything, but they provided a Japanese printout before boarding.

We saw sea turtles twice in different locations, and the dolphins came close enough to swim alongside us. We even got to see baby dolphins jumping, which was a rare experience! The speed made the wind feel really nice, and I didn't realize how strong the UV rays were... My husband ended up getting sunburned to the point of peeling!

初だったのでラフティング？どんなかなあ・・と半信半疑の参加でした。
結構スピードが出るしはねるし又キャプテンのいたずらで急カーブしてくれたりとシュノーケルポイントに着くまでも楽しいアクティビティーです
観光ガイドは全て英語なので全く分からずですが乗船前に日本語のプリントをくれます
ウミガメは一匹ずつ別場所で2回、イルカは手の届きそうな所まで近づいて一緒に泳げたり赤ちゃんイルカのジャンプが見れたりと貴重な体験がいっぱいです(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)
スピードがあるので風がとっても気持ちよくついつい紫外線の強さを感じさせず・・・主人は顔ズル剥けになる位焼けちゃいました(^^;)

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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＞

It was much better than I could have imagined! 想像を遥かに超えて良かった！

Reviewed by: 路子

I joined this tour on a friend's recommendation. It was a small group, which allowed for flexible movement to dolphin spots, and I felt reassured by the attentive guide. We were able to see dolphins in several locations, witnessing them flying, sleeping, and playing multiple times. Since we didn't have to use floaties, we could dive or swim like the dolphins, making it a truly mystical experience. The guides were all very kind, and I was completely satisfied. I had no idea such a marine world existed! I will definitely participate again.

友人の勧めでこのツアーに参加。少人数制でフレクシブルにイルカスポットに移動できるし、ガイドさんの目が行き届いてて安心でした。イルカも何カ所かに分けて見られたし、飛んでるとこ寝てるとこ戯れているとこを何回も見られました。浮き輪をしなくて良いので潜るなり、イルカの気持ちになって泳ぐなりできてとても神秘的な体験でした。ガイドさんも皆さん親切で、とにかく大満足でした。あんな海の世界があったなんて！また必ず参加します。

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Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist

GLASSBOTTOM BOAT CRUISE

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I thoughly enjoyed the cruise although my wife became ill
prior to the journey and wasn't able to attend. She would
have also enjoyed! The highlite was a Black Manta that
swam directly under the boat.

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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＞

It became a wonderful memory for our 25th wedding anniversary. 結婚25周年の素晴らしい思い出になりました

Reviewed by: hiroko

My husband and I participated together, and I finally fulfilled my long-time dream of "swimming with dolphins"! A group of dolphins swam gracefully by, close enough that I felt I could reach out and touch them! There were also adorable baby dolphins. While we couldn't play with them, I was so happy to hear their voices.

The dolphins' performance is a must-see! They followed the boat and surfed, showing off impressive jumps with twists, just like Kohei Uchimura.

For those who share a dream like mine, I highly recommend participating. My husband joined reluctantly, showing no interest, but he ended up quite excited, snapping photos with an underwater camera. Later, he said, "That was pretty good."

Are you afraid of swimming in the ocean? No worries! You can borrow a float called a noodle. Plus, the guide holds your arm firmly, so you can feel safe (they took great care of both of us).

Worried about not seeing well underwater? No problem! You can borrow a prescription mask. My husband has terrible nearsightedness, but he enjoyed it.

Both the guide and the captain were very cheerful and kind. They seemed to find purpose in making sure we had a great time.

We also observed an activity at the hotel where you can interact with dolphins, but I thought that if you're going to spend that much money, this experience is definitely the better choice.

I created wonderful memories for a lifetime. Thank you!

主人と2人で参加しました　「イルカと泳ぐ」という長年の夢をやっと果たせました！少し近寄れば触れそうなところを悠然とイルカの群れが泳いでいくのです！かわいい子供イルカもいました　いっしょに遊ぶことはできませんが、イルカたちの声も聞けてとても嬉しかったです
それにイルカたちのパフォーマンスは必見です！
船の後についてきてサーフィンしたり、内村航平ばりのひねりの入ったジャンプを何度も見せてくれました
私のような夢を持っていらっしゃる方、ぜひ参加して下さい
主人は何の興味もなく仕方なく参加したのですが、結構興奮して水中カメラでパシャパシャ撮ってました　後で聞くと「なかなかよかったなあ」とのことでした
海で泳ぐのは怖い？　心配要りません！　ヌードルと呼ばれるうきを貸してもらえます　それにガイドさんがしっかり腕をにぎっていてくださるので安心です（主人と2人大変お世話になりました）　
目が悪いから水中はよく見えない？　大丈夫です！　度付きマスクを貸してもらえます　主人はひどい近眼ですが楽しめましたよ
ガイドさんも船長さんもとても陽気でいい方でした
それに私達を楽しませることに生きがいを感じていらっしゃるような方たちです
ホテルでイルカと触れ合うアクティビティもあり見学しましたが、あれだけのお金を出すなら絶対こっちの方が正解だと思いました
一生のいい思い出ができました　ありがとうございました
　

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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＞

If you understand English, 英語さえわかれば

Reviewed by: まさ

It was truly wonderful to encounter wild sea turtles and dolphins up close while cruising on a rubber boat. Additionally, the thrilling cruise led by the captain kept us smiling the whole time. However, since all the explanations during the cruise were in English, I highly recommend this tour if you understand English.

ゴムボートでのクルージングで、さわれる位置まで野生の海ガメやイルカに出会えて本当に素敵でした。
更にキャプテンよる迫力あるクルージングは笑顔もたえなかったです。
ただクルージングの際に説明が全て英語だったので、英語さえわかればとってもおすすめなツアーです。

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マウナケア山頂夕陽と星空観測ツアー ガイド撮影の一眼カメラ写真を無料ご提供！＜夕食付き／英語ガイド＞by マサシネイチャースクール

A wonderful sky show. 素晴らしき天空のショー

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

My worries about the cold turned out to be unfounded, and I was captivated by the ever-changing sky show without suffering from a lack of oxygen. Unfortunately, when the sunset occurred, clouds obscured the view, and I couldn't see the sun sinking into the sea of clouds, but the beauty of the surrounding clouds dyed in shades of crimson was beyond words.

I was also impressed by the guide's meticulous attention to detail, and I would love to participate again. Next time, I definitely want to enjoy the sunset.

心配していた寒さは杞憂におわり、また酸素の欠乏に苦しまず刻々と変わる天空のショーに酔いしれました。夕陽が沈むときあいにく雲がかかり雲海に沈む太陽は見れませんでしたが周囲の茜色に染まった雲の美しかったこと筆舌に尽くせません。
またガイドさんの細かな配慮にも感服しまた参加したいと思っております。次回はぜひ夕陽の沈むところを鑑賞したいと思っております。

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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＞

Ride on a speedboat. 高速ボートに乗って

Reviewed by: akki

First, I was told that I needed to reconfirm my reservation, but when I called, they said that if I had questions about directions or anything else, I should call, but if not, there was no need to call. I felt a bit let down by that. Since it was a morning tour, I parked my rental car at the free parking lot past the nearby ABC Mart. There are restrooms at the pier, and while it's possible to change there, as others have mentioned, it's better to come dressed for the occasion. On the day of the tour, staff members came under a green tent, and after handing over the voucher, I received a colored card that corresponds to the boat we would be taking. Groups were divided by the color of the card, and we signed a liability waiver, but there was no Japanese version of the form available when we went. After signing, we boarded the rubber boat by group and set off. Until we reached the bay, we made sudden turns and sped along at an incredible pace. We stopped at a spot where there were lots of dolphins, and they took their time there, providing excellent service. It was really fun, but my 70-year-old mother kept saying how scared she was. On the way back, she seemed to be enjoying it more, perhaps because she got used to it. The snorkeling was just okay. The clarity wasn't as good as I expected, and there weren't a huge variety of tropical fish. Still, I had a great time. The staff were very cheerful and fun, and I felt a bit guilty for needing their support for my elderly mother.

まず、予約の再確認が必要とのことでしたが、電話してみたら、行き方や他に何かわからないことがある場合は電話して聞く必要があるけど、特にそういうことでなければ電話は別にいらないわよ~と電話口で言われました。な~んだ、と拍子抜けはしました。当日は朝のツアーだったので、近くのABCマートの先にある無料駐車場にレンタカーを止めて参加。桟橋にトイレもあり、着替えもできないこともないのですが、皆さんの書き込み通り着替えていった方がベターです。当日緑のテントの下にスタッフの人が来て、バウチャーを渡すと乗るボートごとに色分けしたカードをもらえます。その色のカードを持っているグループごとに分かれ、いろいろ書いた責任注意事項の用紙にサインをしますが、私たちの時には書き込みにある日本語の用紙はありませんでした。サインした後、グループごとにゴムボートに乗り込み出発。湾に到着するまで、急に曲がったり、ものすごいスピードで突っ走ります。途中イルカがいっぱいいるところで止まってくれて、時間を取ってくれたり、サービス満点。本当に楽しいけど、７０歳の母はただ怖い怖いと言い続けてました。帰りは慣れてきたのか、楽しそうでしたが。シュノーケルはまぁまぁです。思ったほどの透明度はなく、魚も物凄い種類の熱帯魚がいるということではないので。それでも十分楽しめました。スタッフの方も凄い明るく楽しい人達で、７０歳の老人のサポートをしてくれて、申し訳なかったなぁとも思います。

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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＞

Luau show in heavy rain 大雨のルアウショー

Reviewed by: コナ子

I had heard that the Kona area has little rain, but it seems this year has been quite rainy, and the day we attended the luau show was a disaster (crying).

First, we checked in at the luau desk in the hotel. It was popular, so there was a line, but it was completed smoothly. However, when we went out to the beach, there was a long line. The host was speaking amusingly, but those in the back couldn't hear at all. After entering, I purchased a women's dendrobium lei for $6 and a men's kukui lei for $5. We took a commemorative photo here, but due to the chaos from the heavy rain afterward, photos were not available for purchase anywhere.

We were seated at a table with Americans, greeting and shaking hands. Drinks were free, but since there was only one lady serving, there was another long line. The meal included poi and about three types of meat. The taste was American-style, which I liked.

Just as the meal began, it started to rain... what began as a light drizzle quickly turned into a decent downpour, and everyone was given bath towels to cover their heads. The tablecloth, the trays with food, and everything got soaked from the rain. The drinks were diluted by the rainwater.

Originally, there were supposed to be various activities before the meal, but as the rain intensified, everything was cleared away in about 15 minutes. We couldn't participate in anything. There was no whole roasted pig either. The main show ended up being super fast-paced and finished in no time (laughs). It was supposed to end after 8 PM, but surprisingly, it wrapped up by 6:30 PM, and the band, food, and audience all cleared out immediately.

Despite this disappointing experience, only a few people left their seats, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves to some extent until the end. I had high expectations based on good reviews, and since it was my first day on the Big Island, I was really looking forward to it, but it ended up being a letdown. I'm unsure if I would want to see it again next time.

コナ地区は雨が少ないと聞いていたが、今年は雨が多いらしく、私達がこのルアウショーに参加した日はさんざんでした（泣）

まずホテル内のルアウデスクでチェックイン。やはり人気で並んでましたがこれは簡単スムーズに完了。
しかしビーチに出てみると長蛇の列。司会進行役が面白おかしく喋っていますが、後方には全く聞こえず。
入場してから女性用デンファレレイを＄６で購入、男性用のククイレイは＄５。ここで記念写真を撮りますが、この後の大雨のバタバタで写真販売はどこでもされておらず買えず仕舞。

通された席はアメリカの方たちと同じテーブルで、挨拶したり握手したり。
ドリンクはフリーですが、おばちゃん一人で対応しているのでこれまた長蛇の列。食事はポイなどもあり、お肉の種類も３種類ほどありました。味もアメリカンな味で私は好きです。
さて食事が始まってすぐに雨が,,,小雨だったの束の間、そこそこの雨が降り出し、全員にバスタオルが配られ皆が頭からすっぽり白いタオルをずっとかぶってました。テーブルクロスも食事の入ったトレーも料理も全部雨でぐしょぐしょ。グラスのお酒は雨で薄まって水になってました。

本来なら食事前に色んなアクティビティがあったようですが、雨が強くなってどれも１５分ほどで撤収。何も参加できず。豚の丸焼きもありませんでした。
肝心のショーも超早送りであれよあれよという間に終わって（笑）２０時過ぎ終了予定がなんと１８時半には終わって、バンドも料理も観客も即撤収。
そんな散々な内容でしたが、席を立つ人は数名だけで、みんな最後までそれなりに楽しんでいました。

口コミも良く、初ハワイ島初日だったので期待していましたが、残念な結果に終わってしまいました。次回もう一回観るかは悩むなー

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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

A beautiful blue sea and a gentle instructor. 綺麗な青い海と優しいインストラクター

Reviewed by: いわき

I participated in the first day of my honeymoon trip on September 20th.

It was my first time kayaking, but Noni, the female instructor, kindly taught me in Japanese, and Kevin, the other instructor, created a very enjoyable atmosphere in Japanese as well.

Kayaking while gazing at the beautiful blue sea and magnificent scenery was truly refreshing and an amazing experience!!!

The mystical experience inside the cave was also fantastic.

During snorkeling, we encountered large sea urchins and beautifully colored fish, and we even saw a sea turtle while we were there!! During the break, we dove in, lay on the lava, and took a natural lava bath nap. Above all, the pineapple we had after coming out of the sea was incredibly delicious.

It might require a bit of physical strength, but even beginners can easily kayak. If you are prone to motion sickness, it's definitely better to take some medication beforehand, as it could ruin the fun of the tour... I felt a bit nauseous myself...

On the way back, Noni kindly recommended some delicious restaurants near our hotel ( *^_^* ).

Thank you, Kevin and Noni, for your kind guidance and for providing such a fun experience!!!

9月20日に新婚旅行1日目に参加させていただきました。

初めてのカヤックでしたが、初めに女性のノニさんに日本語で優しく教えていただきインストラクターのケビンさんも、日本語でとても楽しい雰囲気の中参加することができました。

綺麗な青い海や壮大な景色を眺めながらのカヤック。本当に気持ち良くて最高の体験！！！

洞窟の中の神秘的な体験も最高です。

シュノーケリングでは、大きなうにや綺麗な色の魚、私たちが参加した時にはウミガメにも出会うことができました！！
休憩では、ダイブをしたり、溶岩の上で寝転がり天然の溶岩浴でお昼寝。何より海からあがってから頂いたパイナップルがおいしすぎました。

ちょっと体力が必要かな？と思いますが…初めてでも簡単にカヤックができます。乗り物酔いをする方は絶対に酔い止めを飲んでおいたほうがいいです。せっかくの楽しいツアーが台無しになるので…。私はちょっと気持ち悪くなってしまいました…。
帰りはノニさんにホテル近くのおいしいレストランなども教えていただきました（*^_^*）

ケビンさんノニさん優しく教えていただき、楽しい体験をさせていただきありがとうございました！！！

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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＞

We participated with our family of three on September 16th! ９月１６日に家族3人で参加しました！

Reviewed by: S.T

We participated as a family of three with our 10-year-old son. This was our first experience with snorkeling, and despite not being great swimmers, we wanted to swim with dolphins. After considering various options, we decided to join Mr. Nawata's tour! The reasons were the small group size of eight people and the five-star service from the staff.

Having actually participated, I can confidently say that choosing this tour was the right decision! Mr. Nawata took great care of our son, allowing him to see the dolphins up close, which made him extremely happy! We were also able to chase the dolphins without worrying about our son (though we were quite busy with our own excitement).

Here are the good points about participating in Mr. Nawata's tour:
- With a maximum of eight participants, we didn't waste time getting on and off the boat, which increased our opportunities to swim with the dolphins (larger boats tend to take longer).
- The boat was specifically for snorkeling, so we were close to the water's surface, making it completely non-threatening for us, even as beginners.
- The staff were very attentive. As mentioned, Mr. Nawata was dedicated to taking care of our son, allowing him to see the dolphins up close. Swim guide Michi and the captain also constantly pointed out where the dolphins were so that participants could see them well!
- Even as first-time snorkelers who couldn't swim well, we were able to use a floating device, which allowed us to chase the dolphins with confidence.

You may already know this, but my wife, who has poor eyesight, had no issues wearing disposable contact lenses. I was able to borrow prescription goggles, which helped me see the dolphins clearly.

I would love to participate again next year.

Lastly, thank you, Michi, for sending the wonderful dolphin photos. I'm using one as my phone wallpaper!

10歳の息子と一緒に家族3人で参加しました。シュノーケリングは家族3人初めての経験で、あまり泳げないにもかかわらずイルカと一緒に泳ぎたくて、いろいろと検討した結果、縄田さんのツアーに参加！その理由は８名という少人数が定員ということと、スタッフの対応が五つ星ということ。
実際に参加しての実感はこのツアーを選んで大正解！
息子には縄田さんが付きっきりで面倒を見ていただけたので、誰よりもイルカを近くで見ることができ、大満足！私たちも息子を心配せずに（というか自分のことでいっぱいいっぱいでしたが。。。）イルカを追いかけることができました。

縄田さんのツアーに実際に参加して良かった点は、次のとおりです。
？定員８名なので、船のあがりおりに時間がかからず、イルカと一緒に泳ぐ機会が増える（大規模な船だとあがりおりに時間がかかるようです）。
？ボートがシュノーケル専用のボートとのことで、海面からの距離が近く、まったく経験のない私たちでも海に飛び込むことがまったく怖くありませんでした。
？スタッフの面倒見が非常に良い。上述のとおり、息子は縄田さんに付きっきりで面倒をみてもらったので、近くでイルカを見れて大満足。スイムガイドのミチさんやキャプテンも参加者にイルカをたくさん見てもらうためにどこにイルカがいるのか常に指し示してくれました！
？泳げないシュノーケリング初めての私たちでも棒状の浮き輪？を使えるので、安心してイルカを追いかけることができました。

また皆さんはご存知のことかもしれませんが、目が悪い妻は使い捨てコンタクトをつけたままでもまったく支障はなかったとのことでした。視力が0.1程度の私は度付きのゴーグルを借りることができましたので、イルカをよく見ることができました。

また来年も参加したいと思います。

最後にミチさん、ステキなイルカの写真を送って頂きありがとうございました。
携帯の待ち受け画面として使っています！

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Blue Hawaiian Waikoloa Helicopter Tour - Kohala Coast & Waterfalls Flight

Wonderful way to see the island!

Reviewed by: Tracy Everett

Our group loved this trip...it was a wonderful way to see the islands hidden treasures, valleys, coastlines, and beautiful waterfalls! Our pilot, Justin, was awesome & would definitely recommend this experience to everyone!

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

Great Great fun

Reviewed by: non-swimmer

My husband and I tried snorkeling first time and we are not even good swimmer. I know only basics of swimming and I can not even survive in a 6 ft swimming pool and still I had fun snorkeling with Fair wind. Crew helped us a lot and snorkeling area was also good. They have different kind of accessories like view box and board for childrens. we would defenately go for second time.

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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 absolutely recommend it! 絶対おすすめです！

Reviewed by: ミゲル

I participated on September 22nd. I have experienced diving and snorkeling in various islands, including overseas, but swimming close to wild dolphins and hearing their voices live was a first for me, and it was an emotional experience that is hard to put into words. The guides, Mr. Nawata and Ms. Tsuyako, were very kind and provided heartfelt guidance. They help ensure that even solo participants or those who are not very comfortable in the water can enjoy the experience. What impressed me the most was the enthusiasm they showed in wanting to convey the beauty of Hawaii to the guests. When we returned to the port, we took a moment to search for whales, as it was mentioned that they had arrived early in Hawaii this year. Unfortunately, we couldn't spot any, but more than anything, I was reminded of the "curiosity" and excitement that I often forget in the urban life of Tokyo. I heard that in winter, you can meet whales, so I hope to come back someday to see them.
It's a wonderful recommended tour that is small in number, homey, safe, and truly moving!

９月２２日に参加しました。ダイビングやシュノーケリングを海外を含む色々な島で経験してきましたが、野生のイルカの間近で泳ぐ体験、イルカの声を生で聞く経験は初めてで、言葉で表現するのは難しいくらいの感動を味わうことができました。　ガイドの縄田さんと、つやこさんはとても親切で心のこもったガイドをしてくれました。ひとり参加や、海があまり得意でない人でもエンジョイできるように誘導してくれます。私が印象的だったのは、ハワイの素晴らしさをゲストに伝えようとしてくれる熱意を感じたことです。最後に帰港する際、今年はクジラが早くハワイ島にやってきたということで、しばしクジラ探しをしました。残念ながら目撃することはできませんでしたが、何より東京の都会では普段忘れている「好奇心」やワクワクする気持ちをかき立ててもらえました。冬ならクジラに会えるそうなので、いつか会いに来たいと思います。
　人数も少なめで、アットホームかつ安全で感動できる素晴らしいおすすめツアーです！

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Naalapa Stables Kohala Horseback Riding Tour on Kahua Ranch

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Reviewed by: CVC

We had a great time, I felt safe and in professional hands.

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We participated as a couple on September 13th! ９月１３日に夫婦で参加しました♪

Reviewed by: Y.O

Thank you very much for your support on September 13th. Thanks to Mr. Nawata and swim guide Michi, I had a very enjoyable dolphin swim. Michi even said, "It's been a while since I've seen dolphins in such a playful mood!" I was very satisfied with how much fun the dolphins had with us! I believe even those who can't swim can feel safe swimming with the dolphins with the support of floatation devices and the swim guides.

The dolphin swim involves chasing after dolphins that are moving south, and it’s a repetitive process of chasing and swimming. Aloha Kona Tours has a capacity of 8 people (there were 6 during my time), so compared to tours with 20 people, the boarding and disembarking is quicker, allowing for more time swimming with the dolphins. While you can't know for sure until you go, there are many boats out in the ocean for dolphin tours, and some are quite large. Aloha Kona Tours is definitely a better deal!

By the way, the boat (about a 20-minute ride) can be quite rocky, so motion sickness medication is a must. If you get sick, you won't be able to enjoy it. Also, if you bring a hat, make sure it has a strap to keep it secure, or it will get blown away. On the way there, a swimsuit is fine, but on the way back, since your body will be wet and cold, it’s good to have a light jacket. I brought an underwater camera, but I was so focused on watching the dolphins that I only managed to take one decent photo (；；). However, I think it’s more important to see them with your own eyes first, so I wish I had just recorded in movie mode instead of worrying about photos.

If you write your email address in Michi's sign book, she will send you the photos she took of the dolphins later (they're really well taken!). I'm grateful for that☆

Next time, I want to be able to dive down to 3 meters for the dolphin swim (I've heard it gives you a greater sense of "swimming together"). Thank you so much again!!

９月１３日は大変お世話になりました。
縄田さんとスインムガイドのミチさんにしっかりサポートしていただいたおかげで、とても楽しいドルフィンスイムになりました。
ミチさんも「こんなに遊びモードのイルカは久しぶり！」と言っていたほど、イルカにたくさん遊んでもらえて大満足でした！
泳げない人でも浮輪とスイムガイドさんのサポートで安心してイルカと泳げると思いますよ。

ドルフィンスイムは南下して移動してくるイルカを追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐという繰り返しなのですが、アロハコナツアーズさんは定員８名なので（私の時は６名でした）、２０名い乗ってるツアーなどに比べて乗り降りが早くイルカと泳ぐ時間が長いようです。
行ってみないと分からないですが、海にはイルカツアーのたくさんの船が出ていて、かなり大所帯の船もありました。
絶対アロハコナツアーズさんの方がお得ですよ~☆

ちなみにボート（片道２０分ほど）はなかり揺れるので、酔い止め必須です。酔ってしまっては楽しめないので。
また、帽子は紐付きで固定できる物でないと飛ばされてしまうので持って行っても意味ないです。
行きのボートは水着だけで大丈夫ですが、帰りは体が濡れて冷えているので薄い上着が一枚あるといいです。
私は水中カメラを持って行ったのですが、イルカを見るのに夢中でちゃんと撮れたのは１枚くらいでした（；；）
でもまずは肉眼でちゃんと見るのが優先だと思うので、写真は諦めてムービーモードで回していれば良かったと思いました・・・。

でもミチさんのサイン帳にＰＣのアドレスを書くと、後日ミチさんが撮ったイルカの写真が送られてきますよ。（とっても良く撮れてます！）
感謝です☆

今度は３メートルでも潜れるようになってドルフィンスイムに臨みたいと思います。（もっと「一緒に泳いでいる」感覚になれるとのことです。）
本当にありがとうございました！！

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