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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>

An astonishing encounter! 驚くほどの遭遇!

Reviewed by: yasusu

An incredible number of dolphins beyond my imagination! The tour guide was very kind and entertaining, providing great support to ensure we encountered many dolphins, and we were able to swim freely! It became the best memory, and I would love to do it again!

想像を超えるイルカの数!でした。
ツアーガイドさんはとても親切で面白く、イルカとたくさん遭遇できるようしっかりサポートしてくださり、ガンガン泳がせてもらえました!
最高な思い出になり、またリピートさせて頂きたいとおもいます!

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Posted on: 2018/12/14
Activity Date: 2018/12/11

Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise

Hoped for better but overall a good time

Reviewed by: Steve

Didn't see anything at the first spot unfortunately.
Saw a few mantas at a second spot which was cool.
It was great that the group has a significant discount for doing another outing with them so we also did the day snorkel adventure a few days later.

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Thank you for taking the time to review your manta tour. We are happy you got the opportunity to see them and took advantage of the multi-trip discount.
We hope to get the chance to serve you again. Aloha!

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Posted on: 2018/12/04
Activity Date: 2018/12/01

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>

Thrilling. The dolphins are amazing. スリル満点。イルカちゃん、最高。

Reviewed by: ロマロマ

I was a bit scared when they said there were no life jackets, but surprisingly, I floated just fine. I was so moved to see a pod of dolphins, and then… a big shark was slowly swimming along the bottom, and I was told to get back on the boat quickly. Wait, seriously? That silhouette was definitely a shark. It was huge. I heard that sharks eat dolphins.

So, I might have spent less time in the water, but I made it back safely, so it’s a good memory.

ライフジャケットなしって言われて、ちょっとびびったけど、意外と浮くので、なんとか。
イルカの群れに会えて感動と思ったら…大きなシャークが、水底をゆーっくり泳いでて、早く、ボートに上がってって。えっ、まじか。
確かにあのシルエットは、サメに間違いない。大きい。サメは、イルカ食べるらしい。
そんな感じで、水中にいる時間、少なめかも、だけど、無事帰れたので、良い思い出。

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Posted on: 2018/12/01
Activity Date: 2016/08/31

Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

If you go to Big Island, the Sea Quest Manta Ray Snorkeling tour is a must!

Reviewed by: Martin & Bonnie

Night snorkeling with Manta Rays was definitely one of the highlights on our trip to The Big Island!
You get the opportunity to see these huge, gracious creatures up close under the water but no fear, they are not dangerous at all. The SeaQuest crew did an excellent job, making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable on the boat, in the water and with the snorkeling gear.
The crew were very knowledgeable and caring about the Manta rays safety too. After the tour, everyone was served hot chocolate and cookies. Tip: bring warm clothes.

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Posted on: 2018/11/30
Activity Date: 2018/11/23

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

A surprisingly affordable tour when considering the emotional value! Part 1 感動単価で考える結構安いツアー! その1

Reviewed by: Mako

An emotional experience awaits that matches the price.

This time, I decided to stay a bit longer on the Big Island of Hawaii. My goal is to relax as much as possible, but just staying cooped up in a condominium would be boring. I searched for a special tour and finally decided on a helicopter tour! The thought of seeing the Big Island from the sky made my heart race, but there were several challenges to consider.
1. The price is on the higher side
2. Is flying in a helicopter dangerous?
3. Wouldn't a car be sufficient instead of a helicopter?
4. The tour is dependent on the weather
5. Can I ride with a Japanese-speaking pilot (since I can't speak English)?
6. Which tour pattern should I choose?
7. Is the Kilauea eruption safe? And so on. I managed to overcome these challenges and had a wonderful time.

Regarding point 1: The charm of the Big Island lies in its diverse nature. To truly feel that the Earth is alive and continuously evolving, there's no substitute for a helicopter! With a leap of faith, I made the reservation (tears). When I actually flew, it exceeded my expectations. Yes, it is indeed more expensive compared to other tours. However, when considering the "emotional value" rather than the hourly rate, it feels affordable! That's my experience. You can't make expensive purchases on the Big Island, nor do you need to. Therefore, I recommend incorporating this into your travel budget from the start. Of course, this goes without saying for those who are wealthy. Please do experience it.

Regarding point 2: There is no such thing as zero risk in anything, but I believe the probability of a helicopter accident is significantly lower compared to the risks of driving a rental car in unfamiliar territory. In reality, the helicopter was stylish, had a wide view, and provided a smooth, refreshing flight. The noise disappears when you wear headphones, and everyone, including the pilot, can converse. This also made for a fun time, and I ended up making friends with the couple I flew with. The decision to operate the flight is made based on the weather conditions of the flight route for that day, and in fact, flights after ours were canceled. Naturally, dangerous flights are never conducted.

To be continued.

価格に見合った感動が待っている (分けて報告します)

今回はハワイ島だけに少し長めに滞在することにしました。できるだけノンビリ過ごすのが目的ですが、と言ってもただコンドミニアムに閉じこもっているのも芸がない。何かとっておきのツアーはないか、と探しに探して決めたのがヘリコプター遊覧!これで空からビッグアイランドを一望できる、と心は踊りますが、いくつかの難問がありました。
①料金が高め ②ヘリコプターは危険ではないか ③何もヘリでなくとも車で十分ではないか ④実施が天候に左右される ⑤日本語パイロットのヘリに乗れるか(英語がダメなので) ⑥ツアーのパターンはどれを選べば良いのか ⑦そもそもキラウエアの噴火は大丈夫か 、などなど。これらを何とかクリアして素晴らしい時間を手にした報告です。

①について:ハワイ島の魅力はなんと言っても多彩な自然です。地球は生きていて今も進化し続けていることを実感するにはヘリコプターしかない!と、清水の舞台から飛び降りる気持ちで予約しました(涙) 実際に飛んでみるとそれはもう期待以上でした。他のツアーと比較すると確かに高いです。しかし時間単価ではなくて、「感動単価」で考えると安い!というのが体験しての実感です。ハワイ島では高価な買い物などできませんし、する必要もありません。ですから、最初から旅行費用に組み入れて準備することをお勧めします。もちろんお金持ちの方には言わずもがなです。ぜひ体験して下さい。
②について:何事も危険ゼロは無いですが、ヘリ事故の確率は、レンタカーで慣れない運転にチャレンジするのに比べたら比較にならないくらい低いと思います。実際、機体もかっこよくて、視界も広く、揺れもなく、とても爽快なフライトを楽しめました。騒音はヘッドホンを着けると消えますし、パイロットを含め乗員全員で会話ができます。これも楽しい時間となり、同乗したご夫妻とお友達になってしまいました。運行の可否は、フライト時刻毎にその日の飛行ルートの気象状況を見て決められ、実際に、私たちの次の時間以降のフライトは中止になりました。当たり前ですが危険なフライトは決してしません。
その2にに続きます

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Posted on: 2018/11/29
Activity Date: 2018/11/26

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

Kilauea Volcano Helicopter Tour Waikoloa Area キラウエア火山 ヘリコプター遊覧 ワイコロア地区

Reviewed by: ガーニーニ

It was absolutely amazing.
The pilot was handsome!
I was able to learn about the magnificence of Kilauea Volcano and the volcanic island of Hawaii.
Also, seeing the waterfalls in the Waikoloa area from the sea was incredible!
We actually landed right under the waterfall, and experiencing its grandeur and the healing it brings was the best. My wife, who accompanied me, was the most moved!
Once we got home, she kept saying she wants to go again!
Thank you very much!

何しろ最高でした。
パイロットはイケメン!
キラウエア火山の凄さや、火山の島『ハワイ島』を知る事が出来ました。
また、海から見るワイコロア地域の滝軍団!
実際に滝の下に着陸していただき下から見る滝の凄さや、癒しを感じる事が出来、最高でした。同伴した、妻が一番感動!
帰宅したら、又行きたいの連続です!
有難うございました!

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

Enjoy the dynamic nature that cannot be seen from the land. 陸からでは見られないダイナミックな自然を満喫

Reviewed by: TM0399

I signed up for this tour because I wanted to see the lava and ocean entry from the sky, but unfortunately, I couldn't see them. Still, I was able to witness the crater and the areas where lava spread after the eruption, feeling the power of nature.

The tour takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes to leisurely circle the island, allowing you to fully enjoy the shape of the island, its terrain, the greenery, and the blue sea. Among the highlights, the Kohala Coast, Waipi'o Valley, and Waimauna Valley were breathtaking and truly moving. I regretted not adding the landing option at the waterfall, as it would have been amazing to land in that valley. Next time I participate, I want to try landing as well.

Here are some tips for those who will be joining the tour soon:
1. There is only one Japanese pilot, so it's better to assume that you will have a foreign pilot even if you request one. (I also made a request and inquired beforehand, but all three helicopters that flew at the same time that day had foreign pilots.)
2. Passengers can ask the pilot questions during the flight, but if you don't speak English, you might feel stressed as you won't be able to ask about things you're curious about or don't understand in the explanations. It’s a good idea to be able to express your requests in English.
3. There is a note advising to wear black clothing for better photos, but I recommend wearing long sleeves and long pants. Skin color on your arms and legs can reflect on the window, making it difficult to take nice pictures.
4. You can purchase a USB data of the video from your helicopter for about $42 (credit card accepted). It includes the music that was playing in the helicopter, which changes according to the scenery, making it very effective. I highly recommend it as it allows you to keep beautiful footage of what you saw.

溶岩やオーシャンエントリーを空から見たいと思いこのツアーを申し込みましたが、残念ながら見ることはできませんでした。それでも、噴火後の火口や溶岩が広がったエリアを目の当たりにし、自然の力を感じることができました。
また、島内を1時間40分ほどかけゆっくりと一周するので、島の形や地形、緑の色、海の青をじっくり満喫することができます。
中でも後半のコハラ海岸やワイピオ渓谷、ワイマヌ渓谷は圧巻で、感動ものでした。あの渓谷の谷に降り立てるのであれば、滝への着陸オプションをつけるべきだったと後悔しました。次回参加する際は、着陸も試みたいと思います。
これから参加される方のためにいくつか情報をお伝えしておきます。
1.日本人パイロットは1名しかいないため、リクエストしても外国人パイロットになることを想定しておいた方がよいです。(私もリクエストし、事前に問い合わせもしていましたが、当日同時に飛んだ3台全て外国人パイロットでした)
2.ヘリの中では乗客がパイロットに質問できますが、英語ができないと、気になったことや解説でわからないことなどを聞けないため、ストレスを感じるかもしれません。見たいもののリクエストなどは英語で言えるようにしておいた方が良いと思います。
3.綺麗に写真を撮るために黒い服を着ていくよう注意書きがありますが、長そで長ズボンにすることをお勧めします。腕や足の肌色が窓に映ってしまい綺麗に撮れません。
4.自身の乗ったヘリの中の様子や見た景色の動画USBデータを$42程度で購入ができます(クレカ使用可)。ヘリ内でかかっていた音楽(見えている景色に合わせて音楽も変えられていて非常に効果的です)と共に自身が見た綺麗な映像が残せるので非常にお薦めです。

  • 今年噴火した後の陥没して広くなった火口

  • 噴煙を上げる火口

  • 岸壁に広がる無数の滝

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Activity Date: 2018/11/23

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

Those who get seasick might have a tough time. 船酔いする方は大変かも。

Reviewed by: みゅう

I participated because I wanted to see manta rays up close. The boat ride was fine, but while we were searching for the manta point, the boat was stopped and it was really rocky, causing more than half of the people to get seasick. I felt so nauseous that it was tough to get into the water.

I did see the manta rays, but the seasickness was so painful that it diminished the enjoyment...

マンタを近くで見てみたくて参加しました。
船で移動中は大丈夫でしたが、マンタポイントを探す間、船が止まっていたんですが、揺れが凄くて半数以上の人が船酔いしていました。
気持ち悪くなり過ぎて、海に入るまでが大変でした。

マンタは見れましたが、船酔いが辛すぎて楽しさが薄れました。。。

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Posted on: 2018/11/26
Activity Date: 2017/09/22

Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

Great service and staff. Manta ray was spectacular but lots of waiting to see.

Reviewed by: Tim

Overall, great and once in a lifetime experience to see manta ray(s) up close. We also saw a reef shark and lots of schooling fish. Seaquest provides you with everything you need (wet suit, snorkel gear, etc.). You may leave your dry items on the boat (ie. valuables, phones). All you really need is a towel since it can get chilly after.

We saw one manta ray up close which was spectacular. The remainder of the snorkeling experience was a lot of waiting around and viewing other wildlife. Staff were kind and willing to help out with all our needs.

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Posted on: 2018/11/26
Activity Date: 2018/11/20

Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

You must Snorkel with Manta Rays, and you must go with SeaQuest!

Reviewed by: Nick Weihs

This was an experience of a lifetime. The guys and girls and SeaQuest we're so helpful and made the night so much fun. They even called as we got a little turned around on the way there. Everything from getting aboard the boat to dropping off afterwards and everything in between was really easy. When in the water we had lots of Manta Ray sightings. They are enormous beautiful creatures! The crew was very knowledgeable and their passion shows! We would definitely do this night snorkel again on our next trip.

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Posted on: 2018/11/24
Activity Date: 2018/11/23

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

I was so excited to see a manta ray! マンタ見れて、大興奮でした!

Reviewed by: shinasuko

Thank you very much!
I had a really fun time!
It was such an enjoyable tour that I want to go see the manta rays again.
Thank you so much.
There were not many Japanese people, but the staff were friendly, so it was not a problem.

ありがとうございました‼️
とっても楽しい時間でした!
またマンタに会いに行きたいって思えるぐらいの楽しいツアーでした。
本当にありがとうございました。
日本人の方は少なかったですが、スタッフの方々が気さくで問題なかったです。

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Posted on: 2018/11/23
Activity Date: 2018/11/20

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Make this outing a must

Reviewed by: Rebecca

From the start of this tour we knew it was going to be great. The staff are friendly & engaging. Admittedly it was only our family of 4, which was really nice. The whole afternoon was filled with tuna jumping around us, checking out caves, snorkelling in what I can only describe as one of the best snorkel locations I have ever been to, finishing with dolphins swimming with us on our way back! If I was here for longer I would go again.

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Posted on: 2018/11/18
Activity Date: 2018/11/17

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

A tour full of attractions. 魅力がいっぱいのツアー

Reviewed by: ほまれ

I was really glad to have Mr. Mochizuki as my guide. Initially, my goal was to see Kilauea from above, but the views from the mountainside in the latter half were even more amazing than I had imagined. Entering the valley and looking down at the waterfall flowing into the sea from directly above is a sight you can only see from a helicopter. At first, I wondered why it was cheaper from Hilo, but after inquiring, I was convinced by the response that the experience was longer and richer in content, so I went ahead and booked it. In the end, I never felt that the price was too high. If you're hesitating, I think you can feel assured about that. As Mr. Mochizuki mentioned, it was a wonderful experience that I would recommend everyone to try at least once.

望月さんにガイドしてもらえたのが本当に良かったです。
当初はキラウェアを上から見たいと思ったのが目的でしたが、後半の山側が想像以上に素晴らしかったです。
谷の中に入って行ったり、海に流れ落ちる滝を真上から見下ろすのはヘリからでしか見ることのない景色ですね。
はじめはなんでヒロからだと安いのになーと思い、問い合わせをしたところ、内容的にも時間も長く、濃いものになってるとの回答で納得して申し込みました。結果、お値段以上で高いと思うことは無かったです。迷っているならそこは安心して良いと思います。望月さんもおっしゃっていましたが、一度は体験していただきたい素晴らしい体験となりました。

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Posted on: 2018/11/13
Activity Date: 2018/11/06

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 recommend it! 😊 おススメです(^^)

Reviewed by: Erie

I love dolphin swimming and have been to Mikurajima in Japan and the Bahamas in the past.

During my first visit to the Big Island, I participated in tours with your company and another local American company led by a captain with a small group. If I have the chance to come again, I would like to request Aloha Kona Tours. (^^)

The tour guide provided clear instructions, and the captain was attentive to observing the dolphins.

I believe both first-time dolphin swimmers and experienced ones can feel at ease.

The dolphins I encountered this time were often resting or moving around, so I hope to have the chance to communicate joyfully with them again someday. ♬

The sight of the wild spinner dolphins jumping was breathtaking.

Thank you very much!

ドルフィンスイムが大好きで、過去に日本の御蔵島やバハマへ行きました。

初のハワイ島では御社と他社(アメリカのローカルの方がキャプテンの少人数ツアー)に参加しましたが、次回また来ることがありましたら、アロハコナツアーズさんにお願いしようと思っています。(^^)

的確な指示をくれるツアーガイドさんと、ドルフィンのことをしっかり観察されているキャプテン。

初めてドルフィンスイムに挑戦される方も、経験者の方も、安心して頂けると思います。

今回私が出逢ったイルカちゃんたちは休養中や移動が多かったので、またイルカちゃんと楽しくコミュニケーションがとれることをリベンジ出来る日が来ると良いなと思いす♬

生のスピナードルフィンのジャンプは圧巻でした。

ありがとうございました!

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Posted on: 2018/11/11
Activity Date: 2018/11/08

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

I thought it was expensive before participating, but once I actually went, it was worth more than the price. 参加前は高いと思ったけど、実際行ったらお値段以上の価値がありました。

Reviewed by: ayako

I had hoped to do a lava walk, but since it was closed off, I decided to book a helicopter tour. From my wallet's perspective, I felt like I was taking a leap off a stage at Kiyomizu Temple, but when I actually went, it wasn't expensive at all. In fact, this experience is priceless. Fortunately, the weather was great, and I could see the lava well, but what moved me even more than the lava was the Kohala Falls. Seeing multiple waterfalls with a drop of about 900 meters made me tear up at the beauty of the Earth. I thought I would like to bring my family next time. I highly recommend everyone to experience this at least once. I was so moved that I forgot to take pictures of Kohala.

溶岩ウオークを希望していたけど、立ち入り禁止になったので、思い切ってヘリコプターを予約。私のお財布からすると、清水の舞台から飛び降りるようなつもりで申し込んだのですが、実際にいってみると、ぜんぜんお高いことなんてなかった。むしろこの感動はプライスレスです。たまたま天気もよく溶岩もよくみれましたが、一番期待していた溶岩以上に感動したのがコハラの滝。落差900メートル級の滝が何本も流れている姿には地球の美しさをみて涙がでてきました。次は家族をつれてきたいと思いました。ぜひ皆さんも一度体験されることをおすすめします。感動しすぎてコハラの写真をとるのを忘れてしまった。

  • 山から海に流れる滝 

  • 溶岩

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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 was wonderful. 素晴らしかった。

Reviewed by: sushi

I was able to enjoy my time with a wonderful guide. Although I couldn't see any sea turtles, I was able to see many beautiful fish.

素晴らしいガイドさんとともに楽しむことができました。ウミガメは見ることができませんでしたが、綺麗な魚を沢山見ることができました。

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Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

Manta Swim is a Must Do in Kona - An Amazing Experience - SO AWESOME!!!

Reviewed by: Jo

The team at Sea Quest was excellent! The crew was very informative and they really went out of their way to ensure we saw manta rays the whole time we were out on the water. It was such an amazing experience. I highly recommend this tour. It's a real life Blue Planet experience.
If you're nervous about being close to the mantas, don't worry! They are beautiful gentle giants! I recommend grabbing a drink at Rays on The Bay before to calm your nerves.

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Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest

Great night snorkeling with mantas

Reviewed by: Sharon Savant

Our tour was initially rescheduled due to inclement weather. Sea Quest was really professional and gave us a free GoPro rental to make up for the inconveniences. On the day of the tour, they prepped us with all the necessary gear (prescription snorkels, wet suits, regular snorkels, etc.) And gave us a brief overview of what to expect before we headed into the waters.
We saw about 5 mantas that night. They swam close by and it was a really cool experience. There were 2 sea Quest employees in the water with us helping us each step of the way whether it be to adjust the snorkels or retrieve a noodle. They also kept giving us information about the mantas to make the trip more enjoyable.
After about 45 min in the water it was a short ride back to shore where they had hot chocolate and bags of cookies waiting for us.
Over all a very fun experience. Would definitely recommend.

  • A beautiful sunset before we got on the boat

  • Gear on and ready to get into the water

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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 <英語ガイド/食事付き>

It's just right. 過不足ないです

Reviewed by: Tsuka

Since it was a "budget trip," I participated in the afternoon plan and thoroughly enjoyed it.

The weather was nice, and I had fun sailing on the yacht. We even encountered a pod of dolphins in Kealakekua Bay. There was also plenty of time for snorkeling. On the way back, we had a bit of rain, but thanks to that, we were able to see a beautiful rainbow.

The staff only spoke English, but they were very friendly and went around offering drinks and cookies. I think it’s a sufficient tour unless you’re looking for meals or other extras.

「貧乏旅行」だったのでアフタヌーン・プランに参加しましたが、堪能しました。

天気が良かったこともありますが、ヨットでのセーリングを楽しみ、ケアラケクア湾ではイルカの群れにも遭遇。シュノーケリングの時間も十分にありました。帰りは一雨ありましたが、そのおかげで綺麗な虹まで見ることができました。

スタッフは英語のみでしたが、非常にフレンドリーで、飲み物やクッキーを配ってまわっていました。食事やその他のプラス・アルファを求めるのでなければ、十分なツアーだと思います。

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Thank you for joining us on the afternoon snorkel to Kealakekua Bay. We are glad you had a nice time.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review.

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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Beautiful creatures

Reviewed by: David

The team where good and provided for a fun filled evening. The rays are beautiful and we got a few spin moves and seen about 6 animals. I highly recommend the experience and the ocean is lovely and warm. The only downside my wife had never snorkel before and required some extra guidance and assistance that wasn’t given so I did my best to help. Better instructions would have helped.

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マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

6 manta rays 6枚のマンタ

Reviewed by: むらため

I was able to meet six manta rays! The Japanese instructor was very considerate of me, as I’m not good at swimming, and I had a really enjoyable time! Next time, I hope to swim with dolphins.

6枚のマンタに会えました!日本のインストラクターの方も泳ぎが苦手な私を気遣ってくれてとても楽しい時間を過ごせました!今度はイルカと泳げればと思います。

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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>

Wonderful experience! 素晴らしい体験!

Reviewed by: tk25

I had participated in a similar dolphin tour on Oahu, and it was great because we could see them from a very close distance and there were many of them. The beauty of the ocean was also wonderful, and it became a great memory. If you want to encounter dolphins with a high probability, I recommend this tour.

オアフ島で同様のイルカツアーに参加したことがありましたが、かなり近い距離で見られたのと、数多く見られたのですごくよかったです。海の綺麗さも素晴らしく、良い思い出になりました。イルカに高い確率で遭遇したい方はこのツアーがおすすめです。

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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Amazing experience and great crew!

Reviewed by: Stacia

My husband and I went on the snorkel experience and it was the best! We saw about 15 manta rays, including one with a 12 foot wingspan, and probably close to 10 barrel rolls where they came within a few inches of us. Our crew worked hard to make sure we were comfortable and that we had a good time (even made us hot cocoa after we got out of the water). I can't say enough great things about Ocean Encounters- you might find a cheaper manta ray swim, but you won't find a better one.

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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

A paradise of fish while snorkeling at a leisurely pace. じっくりシュノーケリングでお魚パラダイス

Reviewed by: すもこ

First of all, this tour starts with a meeting point, so it was an adventure for us from the beginning. We left Hilton Waikoloa a little over an hour before the meeting time and arrived safely after about 50 minutes, but the parking lot in front of Fair Wind was already full. We were directed to a parking area deep in the woods across the way (which was just right in front). It was very difficult to find... However, my mother had checked other people's blogs, so if you're worried, you might want to look there.

We took a large boat to Kealakekua Bay. It was a one-hour boat ride, but it wasn't too bumpy, and we were able to have breakfast, so it went by quickly. There is a second floor, but since meals are served on the first floor, I recommend staying on the first floor.

Once we arrived at the bay, we could snorkel freely. There were no Japanese staff, but they made sure to provide fins and floaties. The floaties, which looked like sumo wrestling mawashi, were quite amusing, but they allowed us to snorkel for a long time, making it very comfortable.

I don't think there were any explanations in English about the fish or where to find them, so you can just immerse yourself in snorkeling. Some people were jumping into the sea from the slide, while others finished snorkeling early to have lunch on the boat or enjoy the scenery; everyone was very relaxed.

On the way back, I was hoping to see dolphins, but I didn't find any. However, when I heard a loud noise and looked towards the back of the boat, there was a man struggling with a fishing line that had a reaction. Everyone cheered, and when a large barracuda came out, the atmosphere on the boat was electric.

This tour is recommended for those who want to enjoy their meals, snorkeling, and the scenery at a leisurely pace.

まずこのツアーは現地集合なのでそこから私たちにとっては冒険でした
集合時間の一時間ちょっと前にヒルトンワイコロアを出て、50分ほどで無事
到着しましたが、フェアウインドの前の駐車場はすでに埋まっていて、
対岸の(といってもすぐ目の前)方までぐるっとまわった林の中の駐車場を
案内されました。これを見つけるのはとても難しい・・・
でも他の人のブログで母がチェックしていたので心配な方はそちらを
そして、大型船でケアラケクア湾へ 一時間の船旅ですがそこまで揺れませんし、朝ご飯を食べられるのであっという間でした。
2階もありますが、食事が一階にありますので一階がおすすめ
湾につくと自由にシュノーケリング
日本人スタッフはいませんが、ヒレや浮き輪などちゃんと声をかけてくれます
相撲のまわしのような浮き輪がとても笑えますが、長い間シュノーケリング
出来るのでとても楽でした。
お魚の説明や、どこにいるよとかは特に英語でも説明はなかったと
思うので、ただただシュノーケリングに没頭できます
滑り台からジャンプして海に入ってる人や・早めにシュノーケリングを終えて
船内で昼食を食べてる人、景色を楽しんでる人それぞれで
とってもまったりしています。
帰る際には、イルカが見られるかもと思って探していましたが、見つからず、
大きな声がして船内の後方をみるとなんと、おじさんが反応のあった釣り糸と格闘中。みんなで応援して、大きなシーラが出てきたときは、船内は大盛り上がりでした。
ゆっくり、食事もシュノーケリングも景色も楽しみたい方にはおすすめのツアーです

  • 絶景

  • 船内の様子

  • とったどー

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Posted on: 2018/10/21
Activity Date: 2018/10/04

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

Dolphin extravaganza! イルカ三昧!

Reviewed by: him

It was my first dolphin tour. I encountered a pod of about 200 dolphins and was able to swim with them! When I entered the water, I could hear the dolphins' calls all around me, and I was moved as dolphins swam right past me. There were four opportunities to swim with the dolphins, and I was able to swim with them during all of those chances. I felt grateful to have come, as I was told that encountering this many dolphins is rare. It was truly an emotional and unforgettable experience.

初めてのイルカツアーでした。
約200頭程のイルカの群れに遭遇して、一緒に泳ぐ事が出来ました!海に入るとイルカの鳴き声がたくさん聞こえ、すごく近くをイルカが通り過ぎていき感動。イルカへのアタックチャンスは4回もあり、全てのアタックでイルカと一緒に泳ぐ事ができました。こんなにイルカと遭遇できるのはレアだと言われて来て良かったなぁと思いました。本当に本当に感動的で初めての体験ばかりでした。

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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>

You cannot see sea turtles. ウミガメは見れません

Reviewed by: ahaaaaa

At the top of the tour introduction on the website, there is a photo of a sea turtle, so I thought I would be able to see sea turtles while snorkeling, but in reality, I didn't see any at all.

Even though the weather was good, the water clarity wasn't that high, and I couldn't experience snorkeling that was truly impressive.

There was an explanation on the way to the snorkeling point by boat, but it was all in English. I was shown a Japanese explanation, but I think that was probably just a part (the minimum information). I believe they were explaining various things, but as someone who struggles with English, I could hardly understand anything.

When we arrived at the snorkeling point, we were allowed to jump into the sea from the boat and snorkel freely.

The guide was resting under a parasol on the boat. There was no explanation about where any fish were. I didn't even know how long we were allowed to snorkel.

After getting out of the water, we were given fruit (pineapple, apple, orange) and a small bag of snacks. (I was disappointed that this was the light meal...)

After that, we went by boat near a cave, but we couldn't enter the cave; we just looked at it from the boat. There was no Japanese explanation here either, so I didn't understand anything at all.

After that, we returned to the port by boat and disbanded. Given all this, I felt that the cost was quite high.

Moreover, there was no pick-up service, and I had to make my own way to the meeting point. Since I was staying at a hotel in the Mauna Lani area, it took about an hour to get to the meeting point.

サイトのツアー紹介の部分のTOPにウミガメの写真があるので
シュノーケリングでウミガメが見れるかと思ったけど
実際は全然見れなかった。

天気もよかったのに、海の透明度もそんなに高い訳ではなく
感動するほどのシュノーケリングは体験できなかった。

ボートでシュノーケリングできるポイントまで行く途中で説明があるが
すべて英語。
日本語での説明書きを見せてもらえるが、それはたぶん一部(最低限の情報)だと思う。
実際はいろいろ説明してたと思うが、英語が苦手な私にはほぼ理解できなかった。

シュノーケリングポイントについたら、勝手にボートから海に飛び込み
好き勝手にシュノーケリングするタイプ。

ガイドさんはボートの上にパラソルをたてて休憩していた。
どこに何の魚がいるとかの説明すらない。
どのくらいの時間シュノーケリングしてて良いのかさえ分からなかった。

海から上がると、パイナップル・リンゴ・オレンジのフルーツと
小さい袋のスナック菓子が配られた。
(軽食ってこれか…とガッカリ)

その後、ボートで洞窟の近くに行ったが
洞窟の中に入れるわけでもなく、ただボートに乗ったまま外から眺めるだけ。
ここは日本語の説明書きもなかったので、説明はまったく分からなかった。

その後は、ボートで港に戻って解散。
これだけなので、費用としてはかなり高く感じた。

しかも送迎がなく、自力で集合場所に行かなければならない。
マウナラニ地区のホテルに宿泊していたので、集合場所まで1時間くらいかかった。

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マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

Amazing! 最高!

Reviewed by: ルパン

On my first experience, unfortunately, I couldn't meet a manta ray, but I was told I could retry for free, so I challenged myself again four days later! When we arrived at the spot, just before it got dark, a manta ray came by, and everyone hurriedly jumped into the sea. The manta ray came so close that it brushed against our bodies, opening its large mouth and feeding on plankton while spinning around several times. On that day, three manta rays showed up, and it was incredibly exciting. The weather was nice, so on the way back, we could see a sky full of stars, and the Milky Way was clearly visible, making it a doubly enjoyable experience. I am grateful to the Japanese guide for being so kind. I would like to participate again when I visit the Big Island. However, two friends who joined me on the first attempt got severely seasick, so they decided not to retry. While waiting for the manta rays on the boat, it can be quite nauseating as the boat sways, so I think it's better for those who are prone to seasickness to take motion sickness medication.

Participated on October 3, 2018.

1回目の体験で、残念ながらマンタに会う事ができませんでしたが、無料でリトライできると言われ4日後に再び挑戦!
ポイントに着くと、暗くなる前にマンタがやって来てくれ、皆慌てて海に飛び込みました。
体すれすれまでマンタが来て、大きな口を開けてプランクトンを何回も回転しながら食べてくれました。
この日は3枚のマンタがやってきてくれ、大興奮でした。
お天気も良かったので、帰りの船の中から満天の星が見え、天の川もくっきりと見えて2度おいしい体験ができました。
日本語ガイドの方にも親切にしていただけて、感謝しています。
またハワイ島に行った際には参加したいです。
ただ、1回目に一緒に参加した友人2人はひどく船酔いしてしまったのでリトライは断念しました。
マンタ待ちで、船上待機の際はかなり気持ち悪く船が揺れますので、酔いやすい方は酔い止めを飲んだ方が良いと思います。

2018年10月3日参加

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Bewilderingly incredible! Such an incredible experience.

Reviewed by: Shannon

Truly excellent. One of the most amazing experiences of our lives.

Excellent crew and hosts. Patient, clear, fun, looked after us beautifully.

And an awesome canoe!

Can’t reccomend enough. Well worth it.

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

Enjoying the great outdoors. 大自然を満喫

Reviewed by: M.K

I was looking forward to seeing the lava of Kilauea on the Big Island from an angle that can't be seen from the ground, but I was a bit disappointed as it was just smoke. However, when we entered Waipi'o Valley, it was breathtaking. I was very moved.

The pilot was also very nice.

As others in the group mentioned, we were hoping for a Japanese or Japanese-speaking pilot, but we had an English speaker instead. I think they should contact us in advance if they can't meet our request. If I had known, I would have chosen another company. It was a very good flight and the staff were great, so it was a bit disappointing to see that lack of transparency. Because of that, I am deducting one star.

地上からでは見られない角度からのハワイ島、キラウェアの溶岩が楽しみだったのですが煙のみで少しがっかりでした。
でも、ワイピオ渓谷に入って行ったときには圧巻。とても感激でした。
パイロットの方もとても感じが良かったです。

グループの他の方もおっしゃっていましたが、日本人もしくは日本語パイロット希望だったのに、English speakerの方でした。
希望に添えない場合には事前に連絡をすべきだと思います。
知っていれば他の会社にしました。
とてもいいフライト、スタッフだっただけに、少しズルさが見え残念でした。
その分、☆一つマイナスです。

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ドルフィン・クエスト イルカと触れ合えるプログラムが充実!キッズ向けプログラム<ヒルトン・ワイコロア・ビレッジ内>

It connected to the memories and growth of children. 子どもの思い出と成長に繋がった

Reviewed by: A.M

The reservation indicated a duration of 10 minutes, but the overall time was about 30 minutes. The time to touch the dolphin was 10 minutes, which was sufficient for a three-year-old.

The process involved receiving explanations with other reservation groups, using a stuffed dolphin to demonstrate how to interact with the dolphins and what to be cautious about, which sparked the children's interest in a fun way. After that, two family groups began interacting with the dolphins, gently touching their backs and feeding them fish. While taking photos, we were also able to see the dolphins jump at times.

Although my child was scared, they were able to pet the dolphin, and it seems to have left a memorable experience for them.

Since taking photos with your own camera is not allowed (smartphones are also prohibited), you will need to purchase photos, which are not cheap. They are about the same price as photos bought at an amusement park, or slightly higher. The cost varies depending on whether you buy all the image data or select a certain number of photos.

If you want to keep photo costs down, it might be a good idea to ask a family member who is not participating to take pictures from outside the area. I ended up purchasing about three photo files because there was no one to take pictures for me. It became a wonderful memory.

予約内容は10分との表記でしたが、全体時間は30分くらいの時間だったと思います。イルカを触る時間が10分なのですが、三歳児くらいであればその程度で十分でした。

流れは、他の予約グループと説明を受け、
イルカのさわり方や注意することをイルカの
ぬいぐるみを使いながら、楽しく子どもの興味を沸かせていました。
その後、家族のグループ2つでそれぞれイルカと触れ合い開始。背中を優しく触ったり、魚をあげたり。写真を撮っていただきながら、時にはイルカのジャンプも見ることができました。

子どもは恐がりながらも撫でることができ、頑張った思い出として残っているようです。

自分のカメラで撮影をすることはNGなため(スマホもダメ)写真を買うことになりますが、安くはありません。アミューズメントパークで買う写真と同じくらいか、少し上くらい。
画像データまたは写真を全てか、選択した枚数で金額が変わります。

写真代を抑えたいのであれば、例えば他の参加しない家族に撮影をお願いするなどして、外のエリアから撮ってもらうのも手だと思います。
私は、撮ってくれる人が居なかったため写真データを3枚ほど購入しました。
良い思い出となりました。

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