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

Awesome experience

Reviewed by: Lianne

I had an awesome expierence with the Manta Ray swim in front of our hotel.

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Aloha, thank you for taking the time to review your trip. We are so happy to know you enjoyed it. Mahalo!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour]
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2017/05/27
Activity Date: 2017/05/21

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's the best! 最高です!

Reviewed by: ましゅまろ

I encountered dolphins!! The guide was very kind and gave us many opportunities to swim with the dolphins, so we swam a lot!! I was very excited when a dolphin came right by my feet. It became a wonderful memory!!

イルカに出会えました!!ガイドの方もとっても親切でした。何回もイルカと泳ぐチャンスをくれてたくさん泳げました!!足元にイルカが来たときはとても興奮しました。良い思い出になりました!!

  • イルカ

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Packages: 送迎付きプラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/05/24
Activity Date: 2017/05/15

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

To the best memories! 最高の思い出に!

Reviewed by: くるみ

I participated at the end of April with a total of six people: my family of four, plus my father and mother.

The one-hour boat ride to our destination was pleasant and enjoyable. Drinks and snacks were provided, and we could help ourselves. The staff were very cheerful and kind, efficiently preparing snorkels and fins in sizes that suited everyone.

Upon arriving at the bay with the Captain Cook monument, it was finally time for snorkeling. I was worried about whether my six-year-old daughter and my 66-year-old father would be able to participate, but there were plenty of floaties and body wraps available, so we could enjoy it with peace of mind. The water was a bit cold, but it was great to see so many colorful fish.

On the return trip, we encountered a pod of dolphins. Dolphins gathered from all around, swimming alongside the boat and jumping around us. We were able to see their cute appearances and behaviors for about 20 minutes, which was very moving.

I created many wonderful memories. Next time I visit the Big Island, I definitely want to join the Fair Wind snorkeling tour again. Thank you very much.

私は4月末に、家族四人&私の父と母、の合計6人で参加しました。

目的地に着くまでの一時間程、船の旅も気持ちよく楽しいものでした。ドリンクやスナックが用意されていて、自由に取りに行く形でした。
スタッフの方々もとても明るく親切で、それぞれにあったサイズのシュノーケル、フィンも手際よく用意してくれました。

キャプテンクックの記念碑がある湾に到着し、いよいよシュノーケルです。
娘は6歳、私の父は66歳だったので出来るか心配していましたが、浮き輪や体に巻き付ける浮具がたくさん用意されていたので、安心して楽しめました。海は少し冷たかったですが、カラフルな魚がたくさん見れて良かったです。

帰りの船ではイルカの群れに遭遇しました。あちこちからイルカがたくさん集まってきて、船と並んで泳いだり、周りでジャンプしたり、、
20分ほどイルカの可愛い姿や仕草が見れて、
とっても感動しました。
本当に素敵な思い出がたくさんできました。

次回、ハワイ島に行くときは必ずまたフェアウィンド号のシュノーケルツアーに参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

  • イルカと一緒に!

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Packages: アフタヌーンクルーズ<軽食>(2017年12月31日までのご参加)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2017/05/24
Activity Date: 2017/04/25

4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise

Dolphin watching & snorkelling

Reviewed by: Chris P

Great day, great crew. Extremely safety conscious company. We had a rough ride a fair way so it was good to feel in safe hands. Saw many dolphins and a few turtles too.

  • Dolphins galore

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Packages: Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/05/22
Activity Date: 2017/05/12

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>

Impressive manta rays! 迫力のマンタ!

Reviewed by: Mari

The Japanese female tour guide was bright, kind, and provided clear and efficient explanations and support, making it enjoyable. Watching the manta rays eat plankton was thrilling, a mix of a little scary and fun. I'm glad I participated. There were about 20 participants, which felt a bit crowded.

日本人女性のツアーガイドさんが、明るく、優しく、無駄のない、説明やフォローをしてくれ、楽しめました。
マンタがプランクトンを食べる様子は、迫力満点で、ちょっと怖いのと楽しいのが混ざった感じでした。参加して良かったです。
参加者が20人で、ちょっと多かったです。

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! Our boat has a maximum capacity of 20 people, so it was fully booked on that day. We hope you enjoyed yourselves even with so many participants. We look forward to your next visit, MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! 弊社の船の最大許容人数が20人となりますので、当日は満席だったのですね。 参加者がたくさんいらっしゃる中でもお楽しみいただけたのでしたら幸いです。 またのお越しをお待ちしております、MAHALO!!

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Packages: コナ地区送迎プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/05/21
Activity Date: 2017/05/19

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Surprise! ビックリ

Reviewed by: 眠り王子

I joined hoping to see dolphins up close, but I was surprised at how much closer they came than I expected! It felt like the dolphins were playing with me. I had a great time!

イルカが近くで見れたら良いな~ぐらいに思って参加しましたが
思ったより随分と近くに寄ってきてビックリ!
イルカさんに遊んでもらった印象です。
とても楽しかったです!

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Posted on: 2017/05/20
Activity Date: 2017/05/01

Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai

Awesome Experience!

Reviewed by: Dawn Weston

Me and my family attended this activity on 5/12/17 and it was everything and more! There was a total of 8 of us in my family that went. The boat was huge and there was not a lot of people so there was plenty of room to sit and wander. The crew was friendly and very informational! They answered all questions and did a good instructional of what to expect and what not to do. Once in the water they were so helpful especially for those snorkeling for the first time. They helped you every step of the way to make sure you were having the best time possible. They eased you and helped to calm your nerves. We saw three manta's during our time and it was amazing! A must do event that no one can miss. Once we were back on the boat there were a total of five manta's swimming around almost pleading us to come back in the water! Two of us got sea sick over the side of the boat and the crew was super nice about it and just said that we were feeding the fish! Hahahaha. I would highly recommend this snorkel swim and specifically with the Hula Kai. It seemed to be the better of what I could see once out on the bay. I can not thank the crew enough for such a wonderful experience for our family! Job well done!

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Posted on: 2017/05/18

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

Highlight of my trip to Hawaii!

Reviewed by: Margarita

Swimming with Manta Rays has been on my bucket list for a very long time. Seeing these beautiful creatures swimming next to you was absolutely unreal! As you can only spot Manta Rays at night we went for a short boat trip first where we watched the sunset, enjoyed the weather and had a few drinks. Our captain was a great guy who showed us something I couldn’t believe existed – a green flash right before the sun disappears below the horizon – thought it was a myth! Crew did everything they could to make us feel comfortable and to enhance our experience throughout the entire trip. Manta Rays were swimming right next to us and I managed to get a perfect footage on my GoPro camera which I am going to use for my video. This experience is a must do if you are visiting Big Island – this was definitely a highlight of my trip to Hawaii!

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Mahalos for the wonderful review. Hope you all have a great vacation in HI

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2017/05/15

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Dolphins are close! イルカが近い!

Reviewed by: ppp

I was glad to be able to see wild dolphins up close. The briefing before meeting the dolphins was thorough and left a good impression. Thank you to all the guides.

間近で野生のイルカをみることができて良かったです。イルカに会う前のレクチャーも丁寧で好感でした。ガイドのみなさんありがとうございました。

  • すぐ下をイルカがとおります

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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: 2017/05/14
Activity Date: 2015/06/27

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>

Reasons for popularity 人気の理由

Reviewed by: まんたん

Despite not being confident in swimming, I participated on the day of arrival. Thanks to the extensive support, I was able to see many impressive manta rays without feeling scared. The sunset on the way there was beautiful. I felt a bit chilly, so don't forget to bring warm clothing.

泳ぎに自信がないくせに
到着日に参加しました。
手厚いサポートがあったため
怖い思いをせず、迫力のマンタを
たくさん見ることができました。
行きの夕日も綺麗でした。
少し肌寒い思いをしたので、
防寒着を忘れずに。

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ALOHA!

Thank you for participating in Manta University. We are striving to provide a tour that everyone can enjoy, so we are very pleased to hear that you had a great time even if you are not confident in swimming! Please do join us again when you come to Hawaii! All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!

MAHALO!
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ALOHA ! まんたんさま

この度はマンタ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
皆様にお楽しみ頂けるツアーを目指しておりますので、泳ぎが苦手でもお楽しみいただけたというご感想大変嬉しく思います!
また、ハワイへお越し際はぜひご参加くださいませ!
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!

MAHALO!
イルカオフィス 

  • マンタ写真は他の方をご参考に

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Packages: ワイコロア以北方面送迎プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/05/10
Activity Date: 2017/04/23

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>

Maybe it was a bit early for a 5-year-old. 5歳の子には早かったかな

Reviewed by: ScarlettO'Hara

One instructor is assigned to every six people, allowing for interaction with the dolphins. I have participated in a dolphin interaction event at Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise, but this experience was so much more substantial and satisfying that it’s not even comparable.

We were able to touch the dolphins, observe them swimming up close, and even make them jump. The hour flew by in no time. Unfortunately, my 5-year-old grandchild was scared and couldn't put their face in the water while wearing a mask. I wish we had gotten them more accustomed to the water beforehand.

6人に1人のインストラクターが着いてイルカと触れ合います。
八景島シーパラダイスでもイルカとの触れ合いイベントに参加したことが有りますが、内容は比較にならない程ボリューム満点で大満足です。

触れたり、泳いでいる様子を顔を付けて見たり、ジャンプさせたり、あっという間の1時間でした。
残念なのは、5歳の孫がマスクを着けて顔を水に浸けられず、怖がってしまった事。水にもう少し鳴らしておけばよかった。

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Aloha,

Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest! We would love to have your family back again on your next visit to Hawaii!

We appreciate your kind words about your experience. Dolphin Quest hopes to educate and inspire the guests who meet our dolphins. It is great to hear that your family had so much fun. It would be great to see your grandson again once he is older! Thank you again for your kind words.

Mahalo,

Dolphin Quest Guest Services

Aloha,

Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest! We would love to have your family back again on your next visit to Hawaii!

We appreciate your kind words about your experience, Dolphin Quest hopes to educate and inspire the guests who meet our dolphins. It is great to hear that your family had so much fun. It would be great to see your grandson again once he is older! Thank you again for your kind words.

Mahalo,

Dolphin Quest Guest Services

  • 背びれにつかまって一緒に泳ぎました

  • 仰向けになっておなかを触らせてくれます

  • 目の前でのジャンプは迫力がありました

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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: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2017/05/08
Activity Date: 2016/09/15

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I was able to see dolphins up close. イルカが間近に見れました

Reviewed by: yuma

I was very excited to meet many dolphins and see them up close. The guide was young but very calm and kind, which helped me relax. I highly recommend it!

たくさんのイルカに会え、間近に見ることができ、とても興奮しました。
ガイドの方も若い方ですが、とても穏やかな優しい方で、
リラックスできました。お勧めです!

  • このボートで海へ出ました。

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Packages: 現地集合プラン
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Posted on: 2017/05/04
Activity Date: 2017/04/10

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>

The price is high, but this experience is something you can't easily have. 値段は高いが、この経験はなかなか出来るものではありません

Reviewed by: yuma

It's a special experience where you can feel the grandeur of the Big Island, including the appearance of the volcano, the flow of magma into the ocean, the townscape of Hilo, and the waterfalls in the valley. It's an experience that money can't buy. I highly recommend it! Although I wasn't a Japanese pilot, I could somewhat understand what was being said through the words.

火山の様子やマグマの海への流出、
ヒロの町並み、渓谷内の滝が流れる様子、
とにかくハワイ島の雄大さを感じることができるスペシャルな体験です。
お金じゃ買えない経験です。お勧めします!!
なお、日本語パイロットではなかったですが、
単語でなんとなく言っていることは分かりました。

  • マグマの流れた跡

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Posted on: 2017/05/04
Activity Date: 2017/04/09

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Very satisfied. 大満足

Reviewed by: もりべ

I had very little experience swimming before, and it was my first time snorkeling, so I was quite anxious. However, I am grateful to our guide, Daisuke, for easing my nerves. Since we were looking for wild dolphins, there was no guarantee we would see them, but it seemed like he was using his experienced intuition to search for them. Normally, it takes about an hour to find them, but in our case, we encountered them just one minute after departure and were able to swim with them for a long time.

これまで泳ぎをあまりしたことがなく、シュノーケリングも初めてでとても不安でしたが、ガイドの大輔さんが緊張を柔らげてくださって感謝です。野性のイルカなので、必ず会える保証はないとのことですが、経験豊富な勘?でイルカを探していただいているようで、普段1時間ぐらいは船を走らせるところ、私達の時は、出航わずか1分で遭遇し、長い時間一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました。

  • 直ぐそこにイルカ

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Packages: 送迎付きプラン
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Posted on: 2017/05/04
Activity Date: 2017/04/28

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 amazing! 最高でした!

Reviewed by: ロッキー最高!

I participated last September, and thanks to the experienced guide, I was able to encounter pods of dolphins multiple times, creating the best memories. I definitely want to join again when I go to the Big Island! I highly recommend it!

昨年の9月に参加しましたが、経験豊富なガイドさんのおかげで何度もイルカの群れに遭遇することができ、最高の思い出になりました。
またハワイ島に行った際はぜひ参加したいです!
おすすめです!!

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Packages: 無料特典付き!送迎付きプラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/05/02
Activity Date: 2016/09/28

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

A lot of fish. 魚いっぱい

Reviewed by: モカちゃん

I have participated in snorkeling tours on all the islands in Hawaii, but this spot on the Big Island has the most coral and plenty of fish—it's truly a wonderful place! This is my third time, and I'm always very satisfied. The price is a bit high, but the boat is clean, the lunch is delicious, and it's very comfortable. There are various activities on the Big Island, but I definitely want to experience snorkeling in the ocean. I really recommend it! My 82-year-old father didn't go into the water, but he enjoyed just looking at the beautiful sea like he was on a cruise. I will definitely come back again.

ハワイでは全ての島でシュノーケリングツアーに参加してますが、
ハワイ島のここが1番珊瑚が多く魚もたくさんいて本当に素敵なスポットです♪
今回三回目ですがいつも大満足です。
ちょっと金額は高いですが、ボートもキレイだしランチも美味しいし
とても快適
ハワイ島は色んなアクティビティあるけどやっぱり海でシュノーケリングも体験しで欲しいです。ほんとにオススメ
82歳の父は海には入らないけどクルーズ気分でキレイな海を眺めているだけで楽しめました。
またリピートします

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Posted on: 2017/05/01
Activity Date: 2016/12/08

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 saw it in my dream!! 夢でみました!!

Reviewed by: toko

The manta ray approached with incredible power, opening its large mouth, and I was surprised at how much more impressive it was than I had imagined. Our guide, Musashi, reassured us by saying, "Manta rays like plankton and are not interested in humans, so they won't eat you. They come to feed while upside down." This made it easy for me to swim without worry. While trying to stay still and "float," two manta rays crossed right in front of me, and their fins almost touched my body, making me move my legs out of the way. I was so thrilled that I had a dream for the first time in years that night. Since it was getting cold, I was glad I brought a windbreaker and a towel. I thought it would have been nice to bring an underwater camera if I could have used one hand. Later, I received the graduation photos, which became a wonderful memory.

とにかくすごい迫力でマンタが近寄ってきて大きな口を開け、想像以上だったので初めは驚きました。ガイドのムサシさんが、「マンタはプランクトンが好きで人間には興味がないから食べられることはない。ひっくり返って餌を食べに来ますよ。」と教えてくれたので安心して泳ぐことができました。なるべく体を動かさずに「ふし浮き」をしていたら2匹が一緒に私の前で交差してひれが体に触れそうになり足をよけたほどでした。とにかく大感激で夜に何年かぶりに、夢を見ました。寒くなるとのことで、ウインドブレイカーとタオルを持参していたので良かったです。片手が使えるなら、水中カメラを持参しておけばよかったかなあと思いました。後で、卒業写真を送っていただき思い出になりました。

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! I hope you were able to experience the power of the manta rays up close. Please come visit us again when you're in Hawaii Island! MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! マンタの迫力を身近で体験していただけたのであれば幸いです♪ また是非、ハワイ島に来られた際には遊びにいらしてくださいね! MAHALO!!

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Posted on: 2017/04/30
Activity Date: 2017/04/23

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Adventurous and amazing fun!

Reviewed by: Lori Johnston

My husband and I went snorkeling and it was amazing! We saw Captain Cook monument and snorkled the most beautiful part of Hawaii. The boat tour was so much fun, we saw so many dolphins. Our boat driver and helper were super friendly. This is a must! Don't second guess just book it...your adventure begins here!

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Packages: 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/04/29
Activity Date: 2017/04/06

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My best memory in Hawaii Island. ハワイ島で一番の思い出

Reviewed by: ララかお

Swimming with a pod of wild dolphins multiple times became the best memory for our entire family on the Big Island. It felt like I was part of the pod. I've heard that swimming with wild dolphins might soon be prohibited, so please make sure to go soon!

野生のイルカの群れと何度も一緒に泳ぐことが出来て家族全員一致でハワイ島で一番の思い出になりました。まるで自分が群れの一員の様な気分でした。もうすぐ野生のイルカと泳ぐ事が禁止になるかもとの事で是非お早目に行って下さい!

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Posted on: 2017/04/24
Activity Date: 2017/03/28

Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters

Captain Tim Strike's Again!!!

Reviewed by: Josh Mishkin

This was our second trip snorkeling with Tim. This time we brought my wife's family (from Miami). They absolutely loved it, and we can't thank Tim and crew enough for making it, yet again, a once in a lifetime experience for our family.

You guys rock!!!

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We are so glad to hear you had a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you for sharing your experience. Aloha and please don't forget us on your return to Hawaii!!!

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Packages: Moonlight Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2 hours]
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Posted on: 2017/04/17
Activity Date: 2017/04/14

Kona 2-Stop Snorkel Tour & Premium Ocean Raft Dolphin Watch Safari with Lunch

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Dr Clarence

Trevor and Captain Jesse James were incredible. We were in Hawaii for 7 day with 3 days in Hilo and 4 days in Kona and this 3 hour trip is what my three sons remember the most. Highly recommend!

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Aloha, thank you for having joined our tour the other day! We're so glad that your children enjoyed it very much. Please join us again! Big mahalo!

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Packages: Dolphin Swim & Snorkel (No Transportation) (until 2018/03/31)
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Posted on: 2017/04/17
Activity Date: 2017/04/14

Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise

Afternoon kayak and snorkeling 04/10/17

Reviewed by: Pam

Mike and Deanna were our guides this afternoon. They were quick but thorough in equipping everyone and explaining what to expect. The snorkeling was amazing. Though the wind picked up more than expected, they skillfully guided us back across the bay. Great experience that was enhanced by Mike's tales of the history of the bay.

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Posted on: 2017/04/17
Activity Date: 2017/04/10

Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise

Amazing kayak and snorkel

Reviewed by: Harriet

We went as a family of four with two girls, 10 and 8,neither of whom had ever snorkelled. (but both had kayaked). We did the afternoon tour and were really lucky to see the spinner dolphins on the way to and from the snorkeling. The ethos of the tour was amazing. Once spotted, we stopped paddling and let them come to us, no chasing, no interference and Deanna and her colleague (sorry, forgot his name), clearly care so much about the reef and local wildlife, very much respecting it and observing rather than chasing it down. Once on the reef they showed us local plants, and got all our goggles ready for snorkeling. As my kids hadn't snorkelled before they were botha bit scared, but Deanna was super helpful, and got in with them. Once they looked down they were off, and didn't want to come in. Snacks and drinks were provided, as was a history of the Captain Cook monument. Would highly highly recommend.... No guarantees you will get dolphins, but incredibly safe and clear snorkeling, best I have seen and clearly run by people who care most about maintaining the reef and wildlife for future generations.

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Posted on: 2017/04/10
Activity Date: 2017/04/07

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>

You can interact with cute dolphins. 可愛いイルカと触れ合える

Reviewed by: yukinko

In one group, there were a few Japanese people, and everything was explained in English. My daughter, who doesn't understand English at all, was initially confused and completely frozen. However, when the dolphin interaction time began, the language barrier didn't matter; she naturally started smiling and seemed to have a lot of fun. The photos were all great shots, and I ended up buying quite a few. It's not often you get to interact with dolphins, so I highly recommend it!

1つのグループに日本人は数名、説明も全て英語で全く英語がわからない娘は最初戸惑って、完全に固まっていました。しかしイルカとのふれあいタイムが始まると、言葉の壁もなんのその、自然と笑顔がこぼれ、とっても楽しかったようです。写真も良いショットばかりでついつい沢山購入してしまいました。イルカと触れ合うなんてなかなか体験できない!のでお勧めです。

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アロハ、

ドルフィン・クエストを選んでいただきありがとうございます!

お嬢様がキッズ・クエストプログラムでイルカに触れたり学んだりして楽しい時間を過ごされたと聞いて嬉しいです。ドルフィン・クエストの教育者たちは、海洋哺乳類の保護の重要性を多言語で伝えようと努めていますが、私たちのイルカたちがこれらの教訓の最高の大使であることが多いです。次回ハワイにお越しの際には、ぜひまた別の体験をしにお越しください!

マハロ、

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Aloha,

Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest!

We are happy to hear that your daughter had a good time petting and learning about dolphins in our Kid's Quest program. Dolphin Quest educators try to speak across languages the importance of marine mammal conservation, most of the time our dolphins are the best ambassadors for these lessons. We hope your family can come back again for another experience on your next visit to Hawaii!

Mahalo,

Dolphin Quest Guest Services

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Posted on: 2017/03/31
Activity Date: 2017/03/26

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>

We had a great time as a family. 親子で楽しめました

Reviewed by: ひなママ

I participated with my 2-year-old child. The instructor skillfully guided us to capture the child's interest. At first, my child was scared, but as they got used to it, they were able to feed the fish. The time spent interacting with the dolphins was longer than I expected (this might be because there were only two groups, including us, at that time), and for this price, both my child and I were satisfied. However, I think the photos are expensive (around 2000 yen each). If they were a bit cheaper (even if they were still around 2000 yen), I would have wanted to purchase multiple photos.

2歳の子どもと一緒に参加しました。子どもが興味を引くように、インストラクターの人は上手に誘導してくれました。我が子は、初めは怖がっていましたが、慣れてくると、魚をあげることもできました。イルカと触れ合う時間は、思ったより長く(その時の参加者は、私たち含めて2組だけだったという事もあるかもしれませんが)、親子二人でこの価格なら満足です。ただ、写真は高い(一枚2000円くらい)と思います。もう少し安ければ(同じ2000円くらいになったとしても)複数枚購入したかったです。

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アロハ、

ドルフィン・クエストを選んでいただきありがとうございます!あなたの若いご家族が素晴らしい時間を過ごされたと聞いてとても嬉しいです!小さなお子様がもう少し大きくなったときに、またご家族をお迎えできることを楽しみにしています!その間に、作られた思い出が永遠に続くことを願っています!

マハロ!

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Aloha,

Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest! We are so happy to hear your young family had such a great time! We hope to have your family back again when the little one is a bit older for a longer interaction! In the meantime, we hope the memories you made last forever!

Mahalo!

Dolphin Quest Guest Services

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Posted on: 2017/03/21
Activity Date: 2017/03/16

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

Awesome!!!!!

Reviewed by: Stacy R

We saw several manta rays and they were amazing! Some came up to the surface and could be seen from the boat. Captain Morgan and Troy were awesome! They were funny, personable and told some great stories. While in the water, Troy and Cory were always making sure everyone was doing okay. I would definitely recommend this excursion with Sea Paradise and this crew.
March, 2017

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Thank you for reviewing your tour. We are so happy you enjoyed the manta experience and the crew treated you well. Hope to be able to serve you again.
Mahalo!

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Packages: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour]
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Posted on: 2017/03/18
Activity Date: 2017/03/11

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 was healed and very satisfied by the beautiful sea, the cute dolphins, and the cheerful Daisuke! きれいな海と可愛いイルカ、明るいダイスケさんに癒され大満足でした!

Reviewed by: YMC

As everyone has mentioned, Daisuke's personality and thoughtfulness as our guide were wonderful, and I felt safe participating. Just a few minutes after setting sail, dolphins appeared, and we were able to swim with them at a distance that felt almost within reach. It seemed like a very lucky occurrence.

I was worried about seasickness, but I took some motion sickness medication and it turned out fine (I took Aneron, but since I was concerned, I took it early and ended up feeling too drowsy and dizzy. I regained my composure once on the boat, but it might be better to take it about 30 minutes before departure).

Above all, I was grateful that Daisuke kept encouraging us with a smile, saying things like, "Relax! Just think of yourself as a dolphin!" We were fine, but he was very considerate of those who might struggle with swimming, ensuring that everyone could enjoy the experience.

The mother and baby dolphins were truly adorable, and the waters around the Big Island were incredibly beautiful, leaving me very satisfied!

Although it’s unrelated to the tour, I was worried that my hair and skin would feel sticky from the seawater after swimming, but I was completely fine with just letting it air dry (it was nice and smooth). I stayed at the Mauna Lani Resort, but instead of returning to the hotel, I was able to efficiently use my time by visiting several coffee farms with my rental car for sightseeing before heading back.

皆さん書いているように、引率してくれるダイスケさんの人柄と気遣いがとてもよく、安心して参加できました。
出航してから数分でイルカが現れ、すぐに手が届きそうな程の距離でイルカ達と泳ぐことができました。これはとてもラッキーなことだったようです。
船酔いが心配でしたが、酔い止めを飲んでいったら大丈夫でした(アネロンを飲みましたが、心配だっだので早めに飲んだら逆に眠くなりすぎてふらふらに。船に乗ったら正気に戻りましたけど、出発30分前くらいがいいのかもしれません)。
何よりもダイスケさんが「リラックスして!自分はイルカだと思ってね!」等と笑顔で何度も声をかけてくれたのがありがたかった。私達は大丈夫だったけど、泳ぐのが苦手な人にもものすごく気を遣っていて、みんなが楽しめるように配慮してくれていました。
イルカの親子は本当にかわいかったし、ハワイ島の海も本当にきれいで大満足でした!

ツアーとは関係ありませんが、泳いだ後髪や肌が海水でベタベタになるのではと不安でしたが、そのまま自然乾燥で全然大丈夫でした(サラサラでしたよ)。マウナラニリゾート滞在だったのですが宿には戻らず、レンタカーでそのままコーヒー農園等をいくつか回って観光して帰ることができ、時間を効率的に使うことができたと思います。

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Posted on: 2017/03/17
Activity Date: 2017/03/03

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 may never encounter a manta this close again. 二度とこんな近くでマンタには出会えないかも

Reviewed by: サトル

On the day we arrived at the Big Island, we joined a tour.

It took just under an hour from the hotel to reach the boat dock. After borrowing wetsuits and changing, we set off.

While on the boat heading to the point, it was sunset time. The sunset viewed from the boat was exceptional.

As for the mantas, they started to appear as the sun set and it got darker. They swam right up close to my stomach and face.

They make a full circle to eat plankton, so you can see both above and below the mantas.

I heard that you can hardly see mantas on Oahu. Definitely try to encounter mantas on the Big Island.

As for swimming, it was easy since I was just holding onto the grip bar. They also provided a bar to rest my feet on, which made it even more comfortable.

Also, it gets quite cold on the way back. Once you return to the boat, it's best to take off the wetsuit right away and wrap yourself in a large bath towel or put on a T-shirt.

The boat moves at a pretty fast speed on the way back, so it gets colder than on the way out.

ハワイ島についた日にツアーに参加しました。

ホテルから1時間弱で、ボート乗り場に到着。
ウエットスーツを借りて着替えてから、出発です。

船に乗って、ポイントに向かう途中でサンセットの時間になりました。
船から見るサンセットは格別でした。

そして、マンタは というと、陽が沈み暗くなるにつれマンタがやってきました。
自分のお腹や顔スレスレのところまでやってきて泳いでくれました。

プランクトンを食べるために、ぐるっと一周するので、マンタの上も下も眺めることができます。

オアフ島では、ほとんどマンタは見れないそうです。
ぜひ、ハワイ島でマンタに出会ってださい。

泳ぎの方ですが、握りバーにつかまっているだけなので、楽ちんです。
途中で、足を乗せるバーも用意してくれたので、さらに楽ちんでした。

あと、帰りは結構寒くなります。
船に戻ったらすぐウェットスーツを脱いで、
大きなバスタオルにくるまったり、Tシャツを着た方が良いです。

帰りもすごいスピードで船は動きますので、行きよりも寒くなります。

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ALOHA!! I'm glad to hear that you were able to see many manta rays! If you have the opportunity to visit the Big Island again, we would love for you to participate in Manta University and Dolphin High School. We look forward to your next visit, MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! たくさんのマンタに会えたようで何よりです! また是非、ハワイ島にいらっしゃる機会があればマンタ大学・イルカ高等学校にご参加いただければと思います。 またのお越しをお待ちしております、MAHALO!!

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Posted on: 2017/03/12
Activity Date: 2017/03/03

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 thrilled to see the manta rays! マンタに感激!

Reviewed by: Chiko

I participated with my three children. I was looking forward to the sunset this time, but it was disappointing that it was hidden by clouds. It was nice that we could wait on the boat until the manta ray came near the board. After entering the water, the manta rays didn't come close for a while, and I thought we might not see any, but then one manta ray came right in front of us and circled around 4 or 5 times. The kids were really impressed. However, if I could wish for more, I would have liked to see more. Also, on the way back, I was in a hurry to use the restroom and couldn't properly greet the Japanese female staff member who helped us. I apologize for that. Thank you for your assistance.

子供達と3人で参加させて頂きました。
今回サンセットも楽しみだったのですが、雲に隠れてしまい残念でした。ボードの近くにマンタが来てから海に入るように言われてたので、船で待っていられるのは良かったです。
海に入ってからもなかなか近くには来てくれなくて、もうダメかなと思ってたところに一枚のマンタが本当に目の前に来て4,5回グルグル回ってくれました。
子供達も感激してました。でも欲を言えばもっと見たかったですね。
それと、帰りにトイレに急いでた為にお世話になった日本人の女性スタッフの方にきちんとご挨拶できませんでした。申し訳ありません。お世話になりました。

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Aloha Chiko,

Thank you for participating in the Manta University this time. It was truly wonderful that the manta rays came close to you while snorkeling with your child in Hawaii! Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit!

Mahalo!
Dolphin Office

ALOHA ! Chiko さま

この度はマンタ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
お子様と一緒にハワイ島ならではのマンタとのシュノーケル!1枚でも近くにきてくれて本当によかったです!
ぜひまた、ハワイへお越しの際はご参加ください。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!

MAHALO !
イルカオフィス 

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Posted on: 2017/03/09
Activity Date: 2017/03/06

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One word: wonderful. 素晴らしいの一言

Reviewed by: めぐみ

I was truly moved. I was scared to go to places where my feet couldn't touch the ground, but thanks to Daisuke's assistance, I didn't feel scared at all. Thank you so much.

As soon as I got back, I had to work, and I caught a cold, so it feels like my trip to Hawaii was just a dream. But every day, I think about how Daisuke is still swimming with the dolphins.

本当に感激しました。足がつかないところに行くのは怖かったんですが、ダイスケさんのアシストのおかげで、全然怖さも感じませんでした。本当にありがとうございました。

こちらは帰ってくるなり仕事で、風邪も引いてしまい、ハワイに行っていたことがまるで夢のようですが、今もダイスケさんはイルカ達と泳いでいるんだな〜と毎日思っています

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