Reviewed by: cocohana
Not only did I get to see the full view of the Big Island, but I also felt the vibrant life of the island, as if I were watching a movie. The music added to the atmosphere and drew me in even more. It was wonderful how the pilot made sure that everyone could see well from either side. I would love to experience it again if I have the chance.
BIG islandの全貌がわかるだけでなく、島自体の生きている感じが脈々と伝わってきて、まさに映画を観ているようでした。
演出の音楽も気分を盛り上げ、さらに引き込まれました。
どちらのサイドに座ってもちゃんと見れるようにパイロットの細やかな配慮もステキでした。
機会があればまた体験したいです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/10 |
Reviewed by: eco
We were the only Japanese people with an English guide. I communicated to our guide, Emi, in English that I didn't understand the language and needed support before boarding. Throughout the trip, she frequently checked in on our health and meal preferences, which made us feel at ease. It was unfortunate that there were guides in the Captain Cook area that I couldn't understand due to the language barrier. However, I was able to enjoy snorkeling at my own pace and had a meaningful experience seeing various fish and corals in two different locations. The meals were served buffet-style, and the hamburger patties were grilled live! The location and delicious aroma were fantastic, and the food was very tasty. Breakfast is provided, but since we gathered at 9 AM and arrived at the first point after departure, I felt a bit nauseous from hunger... In fact, one guest had to return to the port and disembark before heading to the second point due to feeling unwell after entering the water. It might be better for participants to have a little something in their stomachs beforehand.
My mother, who is not fond of water, stayed on the boat the whole time, but she seemed captivated and said, "If they lend out floatation devices in places like this, I think I’ll try going into the sea next time." Emi's voice was very pleasant, making the cruise enjoyable. Since we were staying at the Sheraton Kona, it was also great that we could walk to the meeting point.
英語ガイドで日本人は我々だけ。ガイドのエミさんに「英語がわからないのでサポートをお願いします」とだけ英語で伝えて乗船。 全体にこまめに体調や食事の様子を伺いに声かけしてくださるので、安心して参加できました。キャプテンクックエリアのガイドなどがあったようですが、それが言葉の壁により理解できなかったのが残念。でも、シュノーケルも自分のペースで自由に楽しめるし、二箇所でさまざまな魚やサンゴを観ることができて有意義でした。食事はブッフェ形式。ハンバーガー用のハンバーグはライブグリル!ロケーションと美味しい匂いが最高!とても美味しかったです。朝食は出ますが、9時集合、出航後第1ポイントに着いてからなので、空腹で酔いそうに・・・実際、一度海に入り体調を崩して第2ポイントに向かう前に帰港し下船されたゲストが1名おられました。少しお腹に詰めてから参加される方が良いかもしれまん。
水が苦手な母はずっと船上でしたが、「こういう所で浮き具も貸してもらえるなら次は海に入ってみようと思う。」と海中を実際に見てみたいと魅了されたようです。ガイドのエミさんの声も大変耳心地よく気持ちよくクルーズできました。
シェラトンコナに宿泊していたので、徒歩で集合場所まで行けたのも良かったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Vincent
Boat is well kitted out with good gear. Staff are on hand to help and provide support if required. Breakfast and lunch were perfect for a morning on the water. Even got to try paddle boarding without having to pay extra for hire
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Alex
My family and I greatly enjoyed this experience! Even my in laws who just stayed on the boat and watched from above enjoyed the view. These creatures are majestic and beautiful! We saw 8 rays and almost all of them got within a foot of me! I would recommend doing this activity for anyone just remember to take motion sickness meds as sometimes the water is choppy....
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Sentai
The manta rays really swirl right in front of you. You can almost touch them if you reach out, and they even bump into your underwater goggles or the camera you’re holding. It was an incredibly thrilling tour. The downside was the language barrier. My husband and I were the only Japanese people there, so we didn’t understand most of the explanations, but it was still manageable. Also, it was quite cold. The ocean at night gets chilly. The people around us didn’t seem to mind as much, so if you’re not sensitive to the cold, you should be fine.
While looking at the voucher at the hotel, I realized I had overlooked the part about confirming by phone at 4 PM. We were supposed to check in at a store in the shopping center at 6 PM and gather at the local port at 6:30 PM. We originally planned to have an early dinner near the shopping center, and since I wasn’t confident in my English skills, I went directly to the store before 4 PM, and they helped me with the check-in process then. For those staying at the Sheraton, you can depart from the port, which is just a short walk from the hotel, so you don’t need a car.
本当にマンタが目の前でぐるぐる回ります。手を伸ばせば触れるくらい、というか、水中メガネや手に持っていたカメラに、マンタからぶつかってくるくらいです。大迫力のツアーでした。難点は英語。日本人は私たち夫婦のみで、説明はほぼ分かりませんでしたが、それでも大丈夫、何とかなります。それと、結構寒いです。夜の海は冷えます。周りの人たちはそうでもなかったので、寒がりじゃなければ大丈夫でしょうか。ホテルでバウチャーを見ていると、16時に電話で確認というのを見落としていましたのに気付きました。18時にショッピングセンターにある店にチェックイン、18時半に現地の港に各自集合となっていましたが、元々ショッピングセンター近くで早めの夕食をとる予定で、電話は英語力に自信がなかったため、直接16時前に店に行き、その時にチェックイン手続きもしてくれました。シェラトンに宿泊している人は、ホテルから歩いてすぐの港から出発しますので車がなくても大丈夫です。
ご参加いただきありがとうございます。マンタツアーを楽しんでいただけたことを嬉しく思います。
マハロ・ヌイ・ローア!
Thank you for joining us. We're happy to know you enjoyed the manta tour.
Mahalo Nui Loa!
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/01 |
Reviewed by: ハイホー、ハイホー
The scenery was wonderful.
However, the explanations were in English, so I couldn't understand anything at all.
If I had understood the explanations, I might have been even more impressed.
I applied because I saw the Blue Hawaiian Helicopters on Japanese television, but since there are many Japanese people, I hope they could provide support in Japanese.
景色が素晴らしいかったです。
でも英語での説明でしたので全くわかりませんでした。
説明がわかればもっと感動したかもしれません。
日本のテレビでブルーハワイアンヘリコプターをやっていたので申し込みましたが、日本人も多いと思いますので日本語対応があればいいなと思いました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/25 |
Reviewed by: shino
This is not a Japanese tour, so the guide spoke entirely in English. The staff were friendly, and we had a lot of fun. There seemed to be an explanation about Captain Cook, but we couldn't understand it due to our zero English skills. (laughs) However, I recommend this tour for those who want to see beautiful seas and fish while snorkeling! The sailing was quite slow, allowing us to feel the great outdoors. I wouldn't recommend it for those who are prone to seasickness.
日本語ツアーではないので、ガイドは全て英語。
スタッフさんは気さくな方で、とても楽しかったです。
キャプテンクックについて説明があったようですが、英語力ゼロの私たちには理解できず。笑
でも、シュノーケルで綺麗な海と魚が見たい方にはオススメです!
セーリングもかなりゆっくりで大自然を感じながらのツアーでした^ ^
酔いやすい方はあまりオススメしません。
Thank you for coming out with us and taking the time to write this review. Even if there were issues with the translation, we’re glad you were able to enjoy yourself. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again soon!
私たちと一緒に出てきて、このレビューを書くために時間を割いてくれてありがとう。翻訳に問題があったとしても、あなたがあなた自身を楽しむことができてよかったです。私たちを推薦していただきありがとうございます、私たちはすぐにまたあなたに会えることを願っています!
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| Packages: | 08:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/24 |
Reviewed by: わこばあー
I was a bit nervous on my first helicopter ride, but with the guidance of the Japanese pilot, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey through the skies. The time spent flying from the ocean to Waipi'o Valley felt like a transition from reality to a divine world, and I found myself in tears from the beauty of nature. Landing at the base of the waterfall, I was overwhelmed with emotion once again, feeling a deep gratitude for being alive. I have become an even bigger fan of the Big Island of Hawaii. I want to tell my friends that they should experience this at least once in their lifetime! Of course, my children and grandchildren will join me next time.
初ヘリコプター搭乗でいくらか緊張していましたが、日本語のパイロットの方のガイドでとてもリラックスして空の旅をたのしめました。
海上からワイピオ渓谷へ進んでいく時間は現実から神の世界への移動、自然に涙が出てきました。
興奮のまま滝壺に着陸、またまた涙があふれてきて大袈裟ですが生きてる!事への感謝の気持ちで一杯になりました。
ますますハワイ島のファンになりました。
友人にも生きている間に一度はこの経験を味って!と伝えたいとおもっています。
勿論子供孫は次回同行します。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/20 |
Reviewed by: ぽんち
I was able to swim with a lot of dolphins. They came so close that it was almost unbelievable. It was a little scary, as I thought we might collide. It was the most moving experience I've ever had. However, I was surprised that there was no guide; only the captain was present. The captain signaled from the boat, and I had to make my own judgment and move in that direction. I think this might be tough for first-timers. A guided tour where someone swims with you would definitely be more reassuring. I can speak enough English, so I had no trouble communicating. The captain's English was also easy to understand, so I recommend it for those with snorkeling experience. I was looking forward to snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay, but since we went after swimming with the dolphins, the intensity of the dolphins made the fish feel a bit underwhelming. However, I was lucky to see a whale on the way to Kealakekua Bay.
イルカとたくさん泳げました。信じられないくらいイルカが近づいてきてくれました。ぶつかるんじゃないかとちょっと怖いくらい。今までで一番の感動でした。ただびっくりしたのはガイドがいなかったこと。船長のみでした。船長が船から合図を送ってその方向に自分で判断して移動しなければなりません。これは初めての人にはきついんじゃないかと思います。一緒に泳いでくれるガイド付きのツアーの方がやっぱり安心です。英語はそれなりに話せるのでコミュニケーションには困りませんでしたが。船長の英語も聞き取りやすいので、シュノーケル経験者の方にはおすすめです。ケアラケクア湾のシュノーケルは楽しみにしていたのですが、イルカの後にいくので、イルカの迫力がすごすぎて魚では物足りない感じがしました。ただ、ケアラケクア湾に行く途中でクジラを見れたのはらっきーでした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/02 |
Reviewed by: W-MOM
A 9-year-old child participated.
At first, they received lectures about sea turtles in a space next to the lagoon. After that, they had a lecture to interact with dolphins, followed by a hands-on experience in the lagoon.
So, while the time is stated as 20 minutes, that is the time spent interacting with the dolphins; in reality, I think we spent about an hour and a half to two hours in total.
The experience activity is quite pricey, but in return, you receive thorough lectures, and the satisfaction level is high. Since the age range for Kids Quest is 5 to 9 years, I felt it was the last chance for my child at this age, and I'm glad we participated.
All lectures and instructions are in English, but they explain things clearly with gestures, so even children can understand well.
9歳の子どもが参加しました。
はじめはラグーン横のスペースでウミガメなどの講義を受けます。その後イルカとふれあうためのレクチャーを受け、ラグーンでふれあい体験となります。
ですので、時間は20分とありますが、それはイルカとふれあっている時間で、実際には1時間半から2時間程度時間を費やしていたと思います。
体験アクティビティとしてはなかなかのお値段ですが、その分しっかりとレクチャーを受けられ、満足度は高いものです。キッズクエストの対象年齢が5~9歳なので年齢的に最後のチャンスだと思い、参加させて良かったです。
なお、講義やレクチャー等全て英語ですが、ジェスチャーを交えてわかりやすく説明してくれるので、子どもでも十分理解していました。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/30 |
Reviewed by: みなみな
I felt the guides' love for the dolphins. We were blessed with good weather and encountered many dolphins. Daisuke and Rei were amazing.
ガイドの方たちのイルカへの愛を感じました。お天気にも恵まれて、たくさんのイルカに出会えました。ダイスケさん、レイさん、最高です。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/06 |
Reviewed by: ぐうたん
When I go to the Big Island, I always participate in snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. At first, I joined the morning session with lunch included, but since this is my sixth time, I now participate in the afternoon session. The catamaran is comfortable and has a restroom. The Captain Cook monument and the bay right in front of you are truly beautiful, with dense coral and lots of tropical fish! I think this is the best place in Hawaii to see fish clearly. Japanese visitors staying on the Big Island tend to go to other tourist spots, and there are usually only Westerners participating in the snorkeling tours, but I really hope everyone can experience this beautiful underwater world. It was a thoroughly satisfying snorkeling experience!
ハワイ島に行ったら必ずケアラケクア湾のシュノーケリングに参加します。
最初はランチ付きの午前の部で参加していましたが、6回目なので
最近は午後の部に参加しています。
トイレも付いているし快適なカタマランです。
キャプテンクック碑、目の前の湾は本当にきれいで珊瑚が濃いので
熱帯魚がたくさんいます!
ハワイでは一番キレイに魚が見れる場所だと思います。
ハワイ島滞在の日本人は皆、他の観光箇所に行きシュノーケリングツア-に
参加する人は少なく毎回欧米人ばかりですが是非このキレイな海の中を
体感してほしいなぁと思います。
大満足のシュノーケリングでした!
ケアラケクア湾へのシュノーケルツアーのレビューをお寄せいただきありがとうございます!体験を楽しんでいただけたことを嬉しく思います。アロハ!
Thank you for taking the time to review your snorkel tour to Kealakekua Bay! We are happy to know you enjoyed the experience.
Aloha!
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| Packages: | 14:00出港 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/07 |
Reviewed by: mei
The guide, Daisuke, was knowledgeable about dolphins, and we were able to see many dolphins. Thank you very much. I would like to participate again.
ガイドのDAISUKEさんはイルカに詳しく、沢山のイルカを見ることが出来ました。
ありがとうございました。
また、参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/01 |
Reviewed by: NAO
My wife wanted to play with dolphins, so she participated alone. I didn't join and just watched from the side, but opportunities to interact closely with dolphins are rare. It looked like she was having a great time just watching. When I asked her later, she said it was really fun, and I thought to myself that I should have participated too. It does come with a certain cost, but considering the emotional experience you gain, I think it's worth participating!
妻がイルカと遊んでみたいというので妻のみ参加しました。私は参加せず傍らで見ていただけですが、間近でイルカとふれあえる機会などそうあることではありません。みているだけでも楽しそうでした。
あとで妻に聞いてみても、すごい楽しかったようで、私も参加しておけばなぁ…と思いました。
それなりの費用はかかりますが、得られる感動を思えば参加してみてもいいと思います!
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<シュノーケリング付き/30分> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/30 |
Reviewed by: AKKIE.O
This was my second dolphin swim on the Big Island, and this time I challenged myself with an English guide. I arrived just in time and was told, "Park the car quickly! Quickly!" I didn't even know where to park, and the first place I stopped was for boat towing, so I ended up parking on the street. There was also a Japanese couple who seemed to be getting scolded in the same way.
Last time, I brought my own gear, but this time I rented a mask and fins. I think I misunderstood some of the instructions; I heard that we shouldn't chase or touch the dolphins, just hold onto the float and watch, and not to splash with the fins. However, once I got into the water, I was scolded with "quickly!" and I desperately tried to swim towards the dolphins, but in the end, I was told, "You are like a turtle," and I was exhausted. However, in the end, I was able to swim with many dolphins, and on the way back, they provided fruit and showed us places that we couldn't see by car.
There were many people snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay, but the water was very clear, and there were plenty of fish, which was satisfying. Last time, there was a Japanese guide, but there were many people, and it was quite chaotic. This time, there were only two of us, so I was able to fully enjoy the dolphin swim.
From this experience, I learned:
- If there is no transportation provided, I should confirm the availability of parking.
- Even with experience, I shouldn't respond with just a vague understanding when guided in English.
- Snorkelers should bring their own gear.
These may seem like obvious points, but since it was my second time participating, I had underestimated some aspects. Please be careful when you participate.
2回目のハワイ島でのドルフィンスイム、今回は英語ガイドに挑戦。到着がギリギリになってしまい、「早く車停めてきて、quickly!quickly!」どこに停めるかもわからず、一度停めたところはボートの牽引用で、路駐する形で停めました。同じように怒られてる日本人のカップルもいました。
前回は自分の道具を持って行ったのですが、今回はマスク、フィンはレンタルをしました。私が何となくの理解で返事をしていたのが悪かったのですが、イルカを見つけても、追ってはいけない、触ってはいけない、浮き具につかまって見るだけ、フィンをばたばたさせない、など説明は聞き取れていたように思ったのですが、いざ海に入ってみると、「quickly!」と責め立てられ、一生懸命イルカのほうに向かっていったのですが、挙句の果てには「あなたはカメね」といわれ、ヘロヘロになってしまいました。ですが、最後にはたくさんのイルカと泳ぐことができ、帰りのボートではフルーツのサービスや、ラバチューブなど車では見れないようなところも案内してくれました。ケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケリングはたくさんの人がいましたが、透明度の高い海で魚もたくさんおり、満足のいくものでした。前回は日本語ガイドでしたが人数も多く、かなりワチャワチャしてましたが、今回は二人だけだったので、ドルフィンスイムも満喫できました。
今回の学びとしては、
・送迎なしの場合、駐車場の有無は確認すべき。
・経験があっても、英語ガイドで何となくの理解で返事をしてはいけない。
・シュノ―ケラーは自分の道具をもっていくべし。
当たり前のことではありますが、2回目の参加ということで、甘く考えてたところもありました。参加の際にはお気を付けくださいませ。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/05/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/18 |
Reviewed by: カレンのママさん
Taking a helicopter ride around half of the Big Island offers a rare experience where you can witness "the Earth being alive." Driving this route by car takes over eight hours. The last time I visited, I drove around in a rental car, but it took a long time, and I ended up driving in complete darkness. I decided that next time, I would definitely take a helicopter.
With a helicopter, you can see the Haleakalā crater from above in just two hours, and you can land in valleys that are inaccessible by car, allowing you to enjoy waterfalls all to yourself.
Pilot TOSHI, who is Japanese, provides thorough explanations, so there's no need to worry about the language barrier. I highly recommend experiencing your first helicopter flight on the Big Island!
ヘリに乗ってハワイ島を半周すると、「地球が生きていること」を目の当たりにすることができる貴重な経験ができます。
このコースをクルマでドライブすると8時間以上かかります。前回来た時にレンタカーで回りましたが、時間がかかり、真っ暗な中を運転するはめになり、次回は絶対、ヘリでと、決めていました。
ヘリであれば、たった2時間で、しかもクルマでは見られないハレアカラの火口を上空から見ることができ、クルマではいけない渓谷に着陸して、滝を独り占めすることもできます。
日本人パイロットのTOSHIさんが、丁寧に解説してくれるので、言葉の心配はありません。
ヘリ飛行の初体験をぜひハワイ島で!おススメします。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Steve F
Crew was super friendly and organized. Boat had nice restrooms and was very easy to get in and out of water. Not huge amount of fish but relatively easy snorkel experience. Crew gave short history lesson of the area and Captain Cook. Snacks were chips and fresh fruit.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [3.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/18 |
Reviewed by: CHIEH
Friendly crews, wonderful views, amazing snorkeling experience!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/11 |
Reviewed by: CHIEH
Wonderful experience! Crews were nice and the sailing and snorkeling were so much fun!
Thank you for taking the time to review your manta tour with us. We're happy to know you had a great time!
Mahalo Nui Loa!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/07 |
Reviewed by: 英語が不得手な夫婦
I had heard that I could request a Japanese pilot, but from pick-up to boarding, everything was in English, which was quite confusing for us as a couple who are not proficient in English. Fortunately, the pilot was a veteran Japanese pilot, and there were Japanese announcements at key points, plus he spoke English slowly, which was helpful. After takeoff, I was continuously moved to the point of forgetting the passage of time. Although we couldn't see the red lava flowing due to the activity of Kilauea Volcano calming down, I was amazed by the pilot's skill in landing effortlessly in a narrow area that was hardly different from the rotor's rotation range. It was a valuable experience that cannot be fully expressed just through personal accounts and images. While it's not a price that can be easily afforded, if you have the financial means, this is definitely a tour you should try.
日本人パイロットをリクエスト出来るとのことだったが、ピックアップも含めて、搭乗までは全て英語で「英語が不得手な夫婦」としては、大いに戸惑いました。幸い、パイロットは日本人ベテランパイロットで、要所要所は日本語の案内があり、また、英語もゆっくり話してくれて助かりました。離陸後は、とにかく感動の連続で時の経つのを忘れるほどでした。キラウエア火山の活動が沈静化して、赤い溶岩が流れるのを見ることは出来ませんでしたが、それ以上に、ヘリのローター回転範囲と大して変わらない狭い場所にピンポイントで楽々と着陸するパイロットの腕に驚嘆しました。体験談とその画像だけでは語り尽くせない貴重な体験でした。気軽に体験出来る料金ではありませんが、経済的余裕があれば、是非トライしてみるべきツアーです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/02 |
Reviewed by: chris fournier
This was one for the books for my wife, and I. You need to know how to swim and snorkel. The Manta Rays were swimming all around us eating the plankton, it was very active during the 45 mins. One went inverted and swam about 1" from our chests. We recorded the footage with a GoPro! This is a bucket list adventure. I would recommend this to anyone!
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| Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/13 |
Reviewed by: Shioshio
On the way there, we encountered a whale, so it seems we didn't look for dolphins on the way back. The meeting point was supposed to be near the boat, but in reality, it was at a bench near the port's restroom, and I wouldn't have known where to go if someone from the same tour hadn't called out to me. The snorkeling was fun, and the staff were kind. They provided detailed explanations about the history and geography.
行きにクジラと遭遇したので帰りはイルカを探さなかったようです。
待ち合わせ場所が船の近くとなっていましたが実際は港のトイレの近くのベンチで同じツアーの人に声をかけてもらえなければ分からないところでした。
シュノーケルは楽しくスタッフの方たちも親切でした。歴史や地形について詳しく説明をしてくれました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/07 |
Reviewed by: めいこ
I participated alone at the recommendation of a friend, and everyone warmly welcomed me. I was anxious about meeting the dolphins, but I encountered a large group and was able to swim with them, which turned out to be a truly wonderful experience! I definitely want to come back again during summer vacation!
友人に勧められてひとりで参加しましたが、皆さまにあたたかく迎えて頂きました。イルカに会えるか不安でしたが、大群に遭遇して一緒に泳ぐことができてほんとに素晴らしい体験になりました!夏休みもまた是非来たいです♪
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/14 |
Reviewed by: まちゃ
My trip to the Big Island always includes this snorkeling cruise.
First, we enjoyed a breakfast of fresh fruits and muffins. Along the way, we encountered whales and dolphins, and then headed to Captain Cook's destination. We had a fantastic time snorkeling in the beautiful sea and indulged in a BBQ lunch with hamburgers on board.
During snorkeling, even though I was in shallow water up to my knees, the current was strong, and I was swept away, becoming a feast for sea urchins. Thanks to my fins, I managed to protect the soles of my feet, but I ended up with 30 spines in my left ring finger, 20 in my right index finger, and countless others that I discovered later. I thought I had to remove them right there, so I endured the pain and pulled them out, somehow making it back to the boat. I was pushed back by the waves multiple times, leaving my knees and thighs covered in cuts and bruises, and I had significant bruising on my ribs, but the pain from the sea urchin stings was unbearable. My left ring finger swelled up black and was completely immobile, and even a light touch caused excruciating pain... the power of the sea urchin is terrifying.
The staff treated me with vinegar, which eased the intense pain a bit, but it was still an extraordinary level of discomfort. If you are careful about the current in shallow waters and the sea urchins, you can have a wonderful time!
ハワイ島の旅は、必ずこのシュノーケルクルーズに参加しています。
まずは新鮮なフルーツとマフィンの朝食。
途中、クジラやイルカにも出会え、その後キャプテンクックの目的地へ。
とってもきれいな海でシュノーケルを十分に楽しみ、船上BBQで、ハンバーガーのランチを堪能。
今回、シュノーケルをしている時に、膝下ぐらいしかない浅瀬にもかかわらず、潮の流れが強く、身体がどんどん流され、見事にウニの餌食…
足ヒレのお陰でなんとか足裏はガード出来ましたが、左手薬指に30本、右手人差し指に20本、その他後から傷口見たら数え切れないほどの長い針が刺さってしまいました。とにかくその場で抜かねば、と思い、痛みをこらえ抜き取り、なんとか船へ戻りました。何度も潮に押し戻されたので膝と太腿は切り傷にアザだらけ、肋骨は打撲とかなりの怪我でしたが、ウニに刺された部分がとにかく痛すぎでした。左手薬指は真っ黒に腫れ上がり全く曲げられず、ちょっと触るだけでも激痛…恐るべしウニパワー…
ヴィネガーが良いとのことで、スタッフが処置してくれ激痛が気持ち和らぎましたが、尋常ではない痛みでした。
浅瀬の潮の流れ、ウニにはくれぐれも気をつけさえすれば、素晴らしい時間が過ごせます‼︎
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| Packages: | 9:00出港(シュノーケル2.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/07 |
Reviewed by: Hawaiisurf
It was my first helicopter tour on the Big Island, and the weather was great. We flew into the valleys and enjoyed views that are usually not seen. It was less scary than I expected, and I was able to enjoy it without getting motion sickness!
はじめてのハワイ島ヘリツアーでしたが、天気も良く渓谷の中にも入り、普段見られない景色を満喫できました。思ったより怖くなく、酔わずに楽しめました!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Amy Miller
The guides were amazing! So enthusiastic and wonderful with our 6 year old son. Full of so much knowledge about the mantas! We saw 3 manta rays, one of them swam right up so close it grazed my foot. Amazing, once in a lifetime bucket list for sure!! Really recommend this company!!
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| Packages: | Moonlight Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/07 |
Reviewed by: コジョカル
The guide spoke English and was very friendly, accustomed to dealing with Japanese guests.
Basically, it's a tour where you enjoy swimming with dolphins and then go snorkeling at the coral reefs of Kealakekua Bay. There were six guests on the Zodiac boat, but it seemed like that was the maximum capacity.
Light snacks included chips and fruits (pineapple, papaya, grapes), and drinks were also provided.
On the day I participated, I was very satisfied as I got to swim with pilot whales and manta rays. The snorkeling at the coral reef and the cave guide were included, and considering that they even chased after humpback whales when it was time to return, I thought it was surprisingly good value compared to tours that just do dolphin snorkeling and head back right away. It's also a plus that it's very close from the Sheraton.
ガイドは英語ですが、日本人相手に慣れていて、とても親切です。
基本的に、イルカと泳ぐのを楽しんだ後、ケアラケクア湾の珊瑚礁でスノーケリングをするというツアーです。ゾディアックボートにお客さんは6人乗りましたが、これ以上は無理そう。
軽食はスナック菓子とフルーツ(パイナップル、パパイヤ、ブドウ)でした。飲み物もあります。
私が参加した日は、ゴンドウクジラ、マンタとも一緒に泳ぐことができて大満足でした。珊瑚礁でのシュノーケリングや洞窟ガイドもついていて、帰る時間になってもザトウクジラを追いかけてくれたことを考えると、イルカシュノーケリングだけですぐ帰るツアーと比べて、意外と割安かなと思いました。
シェラトンからならすぐ近くなのもポイントです。
Dear Kojokaru,
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a comment and for sharing such beautiful photos. As you mentioned, our boats accommodate a maximum of six guests. While they are not large boats, we strive to provide personalized service to each and every guest.
I'm glad to hear that you were able to see whales and mantas. We aim to make our tours as fulfilling as possible to ensure customer satisfaction. We are located about a five-minute walk from the Sheraton Hotel.
Please feel free to contact us again when you visit the Big Island. Our entire staff looks forward to seeing you again.
コジョカル様
わざわざコメントを残していただき、またきれいなお写真も載せていただき、誠にありがとうございます。
コジョカル様もお書きになられた通り、弊社のボートはお客様最大6人乗りのものでございます。大きなボートではありませんが、その分一人一人のお客様に行き渡ったサービスを提供出来るよう努めております。
クジラやマンタも見ることが出来たようで、何よりです。はい、弊社ではなるべくお客様に満足していただけるよう、ツアーの中身を充実したものにしたいと考えております。シェラトンホテルからは徒歩5分ほどです。
またハワイ島にお越しの際はご連絡くださいませ。またお会い出来ますことを弊社スタッフ一同楽しみにしています。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/08 |
Reviewed by: あっこ
It was the best experience!
The guide instructed us to get into the water when the dolphins arrived, so we were able to see them up close!
While we were on the boat, the guide also helped us look for marine life, and we got to see:
whales,
manta rays,
whale sharks!
I truly feel lucky.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!
最高の一言です。
イルカが来るタイミングで海に降りるよう指示を出してくれるので、近くで見ることができました!
船に乗ってる間も、ガイドさんが生き物をさがしてくれて、
クジラ
マンタ
ジンベイザメ
を見れちゃいました!!
本当に幸運だったと思います。
こんなにステキな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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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/22 |
Reviewed by: 非公開
Last year, I participated in a dolphin tour with a Japanese guide, so when I compare the two experiences, I felt a sense of neglect here. Since it was an English tour, I couldn't catch much anyway, and the explanations were brief, plus there was no guide who entered the water with us. However, as soon as we got into the water, there were a lot of dolphins. They came really close, and I could see even the little scratches on their backs clearly. After that, while moving to another snorkeling spot, they looked for whales, and we were actually able to see one. The snorkeling was in a very clear area, and on the way back, they shared stories about the Big Island of Hawaii. I think it would have been even better if I could speak English, but I had a great experience.
去年は日本人のガイドさんのイルカツアーに参加していたので、比較してみると放置感はありました。英語のツアーなのでどうせ聞き取れないのですが、説明も短く一緒に海に入ってくれるガイドさんはいませんでした。それでも海に入ったとたんたくさんのイルカがいました。
本当に近くまで来てくれて、背中のちょっとしたキズまではっきりみえました。その後、別のシュノーケルのスポットに移動する間くじらを探してくれて、実際にみることができました。とても透明感のある場所でシュノーケルをして、帰りはハワイ島のお話をしてくれました。英語ができたらもっと良かったと思いますが、良い経験をさせていただきました。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. While we handle reservations and customer inquiries in Japanese, we do not conduct tours in Japanese, so there may be some language barriers during the tour. However, I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience. It’s wonderful that the dolphins came so close, and you were able to see whales as well. Thank you for sharing such lovely photos.
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。弊社では、予約やお客様のご質問にはこうして日本語で対応させていただいておりますが、日本語のツアーは催行していないため、ツアーの間はどうしても言語の壁というものが少なからずあるかと思いますが、ツアーを楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。イルカたちもそんなに近くまで来てくれたのですね。クジラも見られたのこと。すてきな写真もシェアしていただき、ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Yumi
It was so lucky to sit next to the pilot! The best view and nice weather. Kind and well-experienced pilot. It was expensive but worth trying.
Just the recording of the flight for US$40 was too high. And the conflict with the USB being ready and the bus schedule was too tight.
NB: Check my pick-up time on the voucher!!! It was actually the flight schedule. I was about to miss the biggest event of the trip!!!
That was your Veltra mistake.
It was so lucky to sit next to the pilot!
The best view and nice weather. Kind and well experienced Pilot. It was expensive but worth to try.
Just the recording the flight US$40 was too high. And the confliction of USB to be ready and bus schedule was too tight.
NB: Check my pick up time on the Vaucher !!! It was actually the flight schedule. I was about miss the beggest event of the trip!!!
That was your Veltra mistake.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/26 |
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Thank you for joining us and taking the time to review your manta tour. We're glad the family both on board and in the water got the chance to experience the rays.
Mahalo Nui Loa!