Reviewed by: nori
The general flow of this tour is dolphin watching → snorkeling → lunch → sightseeing along the coastline. With about 15 participants sitting on the edge of the boat, we moved through the ocean boldly, which was a bit nerve-wracking at first, but it felt great to travel while enjoying the view of the Big Island and the sea with the wind in our faces.
On the way to the snorkeling spot, we saw a lot of dolphins, and being able to see them up close was the highlight for me. The boat quickly maneuvered ahead of the direction the pod was moving, allowing us to see the dolphins up close, which I think is unique to this boat. I couldn't help but keep clicking the camera shutter.
When we started snorkeling, equipment was distributed and there was an explanation, but I hardly understood any English. Since we were the only Japanese participants, I was mimicking those around me to put on the gear, and it was helpful that other participants noticed and kindly gestured to point out important things. I was thrilled to see beautiful fish up close while snorkeling, but the seawater felt cold, so I returned to the boat early.
After that, drinks were served on the boat, and we enjoyed a leisurely time while having sandwiches along with snacks and fruits. On the way back, we admired various points along the coastline that had been eroded by the waves into strange shapes, but it was disappointing that we didn't enter any caves.
This tour is perfect for enjoying the waters of the Big Island, and I was satisfied with the thrilling experiences that are not commonly found in Japan, as well as the opportunity to experience Hawaii's nature from the sea.
このツアーのおおまかな流れは、イルカ鑑賞→シュノーケリング→ランチ→海岸線のスポット見学になります。
15人程度の参加者がボートのふちに腰掛けるスタイルで豪快に海を移動しますので始めは緊張しましたが、ハワイ島と海を眺めつつ風を受けながらの移動は気持ちがいいです。
シュノーケリングのポイントへ向かうまでにたくさんイルカがいて、間近で見れたのが一番嬉しかったです。群れの移動する方向にボートがいち早く先回りするので間近にイルカ見れるのはこのボートならではかと思います。ついカメラのシャッターを切り続けてしまいました。
シュノーケリングを始める際、道具が配られ説明がありますが英語がほとんどわかりません。さらに日本人は私たちだけのため周囲のまねをして道具を着けていると、注意する点があったらしく周りの参加者が気付いて身振りで親切に教えてくれたのには助けられました。
シュノーケリング中きれいな魚も間近で見れて嬉しかったですが、海水が冷たく感じられ早々とボートへ戻ってしまいました。
その後ボートの上でドリンクが配られスナックやフルーツなどもあるサンドイッチのランチを取りながらのんびりした時間を過ごします。
帰りは海岸線に沿って波に削られ奇妙な形をしたポイントなど各所をボートから眺めますが、洞窟には入ることが無くこちらは残念でした。
ハワイ島の海を楽しむのに最適なツアーで、日本ではあまり見掛けないスリリングな体験や海からハワイの自然を体感できる内容に満足しました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Peeth Vasavakul
Excellent cruise service by Fair Wind. Captain Kirk and his crews are very nice and friendly. Great lunch on the ship. My family and I enjoyed this cruise so much. We will join again. Give 5 stars service.
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/06 |
Reviewed by: Y.N
We didn't understand English at all, but we received instructions written in Japanese, so there were no problems at all.
We were super excited to encounter a pod of dolphins and whales!
It would be amazing to capture videos with an underwater camera!
The number of fish while snorkeling was a bit on the lower side, so I give it four stars.
The caves are viewed from the boat.
But overall, we were very satisfied!
英語が全くわからない私たちでしたが、日本語で書かれた説明書をいただけるので、何の問題もなかったです。
沖でイルカやクジラの群れに会うことができて大興奮でした☆
水中カメラで動画なんて撮れたら最高ですよ!
シュノーケルでは魚の数がやや少なめだったので星4つです。
洞窟は船の上から見る感じです。
でもトータル的に大満足です!。。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/28 |
Reviewed by: 辻公恵
I highly recommend this for people who love marine sports. It's a 4 to 5-hour tour on a rubber boat. During that time, the guide shares fun stories, and if we encounter a pod of dolphins, we can paddle alongside them. At the snorkeling spot, we stop the boat and everyone enjoys snorkeling individually. For lunch, they provide sandwiches, fruits, and drinks. We spend about two hours here, and once we're full, we get back on the boat to start rafting along the exposed lava rock formations. We went to the blowhole area while the guide entertained us with thrilling steering. We lost track of time and had an incredibly fun experience. The beautifully clear blue sea, playing with the fish, made it a truly enjoyable time. Thank you very much!
マリンスポーツが好きな人にはお勧めです。4,5時間ゴムボートの上でのツアーです。その間ガイドさんの楽しいおしゃべりとイルカの群れに出会えばイルカと一緒にボートを進め、シュノーケリングの場所ではボートを止めて皆シュノーケリングをめいめい楽しみます。お昼はサンドイッチやフルーツ、ドリンクなど出ます。ここで2時間ぐらい過ごしおなか一杯になったら又ボートに乗り今度は溶岩丸出しの岩肌に沿ってラフティング開始、溶岩説明など汐吹岩の場所まで行きスリリングな舵さばきで私たちを楽しませていただきました。時間を忘れあっという間の楽しいときを過ごしました。真っ青な透明度の良い綺麗な海、魚たちと戯れ時間を忘れ満喫してとっても楽しかったです。有難うございました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/07 |
Reviewed by: takuma horiuchi
This time, I visited Hawaii for my honeymoon and went to the Big Island for the first time. Since it was the Big Island, I was looking for activities to experience its nature, and I found this tour. The Zodiac boat is an inflatable boat, so it was thrilling, and I could fully enjoy the Hawaiian breeze. During the voyage, I was able to see many schools of fish and wild dolphins. While snorkeling, I got to see various fish in the beautiful sea, which was very satisfying. Everyone else who participated with us was foreign, and there were no staff who spoke Japanese, which was a bit inconvenient, but it was a valuable experience overall. For lunch, they prepared sandwiches, snacks, and fruits right there on the spot. Eating lunch on the boat was pleasant and fantastic. However, while moving, despite being an inflatable boat, it goes at quite a speed, so you have to hold on tightly, or you might get thrown off. Therefore, it may not be recommended for elderly people or those who are prone to seasickness. Nonetheless, I had a very valuable experience and was satisfied. Thank you!
今回ハネムーンでハワイを訪れ初めてハワイ島に訪れました。せっかくのハワイ島なのでハワイ島の自然を感じられるアクティビティを探してたところこのツアーを見つけました。ゾディアック号はゴムボートなのでスリリングでハワイの風を存分に感じることができました。航海の途中では魚の群れや野生のイルカをたくさん見ることができました。シュノーケリングではとても綺麗な海の中で様々な魚を見ることができ大満足でした。一緒に参加した人たちは自分たち以外はすべて外国人でショップの人たちも日本語をしゃべれる人がいなかったため少し不便でしたがそれ以上に貴重な体験ができました。ランチにはサンドイッチやスナック菓子、フルーツまでその場で切って用意してくれます。ボートの上で食べるランチも気持ちよく最高でした。ただ移動中はゴムボートにもかかわらずかなりのスピードで走るのでかなり踏ん張って捕まってないと振り落とされそうになります。なのでご年配の方や船酔いしやすい方はあまりお勧めできないかもしれません。ただ私は大変貴重な体験ができ満足でした。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/18 |
Reviewed by: SACHIKO
It was my first time snorkeling, but they provided the flotation devices and followed us closely in the water. There was also someone watching from the boat, so I felt safe and enjoyed myself. Since we moved to where the dolphins are, I think the encounter rate is close to 100 percent. I participated alone, but they were very considerate, helping with everything from getting on and off the boat to taking photos. I highly recommend it!
はじめてのシュノーケルでしたが、浮き具もかしてくれるし、海の中でもしっかりフォローしてくれました。船からも一人、見ていてくれるので、安心して楽しめました。イルカのいる場所まで移動するので遭遇率は100パーセントとに近いと思います。ひとりでの参加でしたが、シュノーケルだけでなく、船の乗り降りから、写真から何かとお気遣いいただしました。おすすめです!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/16 |
Reviewed by: 辻公恵
I was initially worried about whether it would be suitable for seniors, but contrary to my concerns, it was an emotional and heartwarming tour. The encounter with the dolphins was incredible, as a whole family of dolphins jumped to greet us! It was my first time witnessing such a sight, and I was deeply moved. After a while, a manta ray approached us. It was also my first time seeing a manta ray at the surface of the water. Meeting both dolphins and manta rays in their natural environment brought me so much happiness. During snorkeling, I encountered many fish, creating wonderful memories, and the guide's explanations were enjoyable and easy to understand. On the way back, I was thrilled by the exciting rafting experience, and the lava history was also impressive. Everything became a cherished memory, and I felt it was truly worthwhile to participate. Thank you very much.
はじめシニアでも大丈夫かなと心配もありましたが、心配をよそに感動することばかりで、心ときめきのツアーでした。、ドルフィンとの出会いそれも沢山のイルカファミリーが私たちを出迎てくれてる様にジャンプするではありませんか!こんな姿見たのも初めてで、感激、暫くするとマンタが近づいてくるではありませんか?水面でマンタの姿を見たのも初めてでした。自然の環境の中で一度にイルカ、マンタとの出会いが私を幸せにしてくれました。シュノーケリングでも沢山の魚たちに出会い、いい思い出になりました、ガイドさんの説明も楽しくよくわかりました。帰りしなのスリリングなラフティングのハンドルさばきに興奮し、溶岩ヒストリーも感動し、何もかも良い思い出深いものになり、参加して大変良かったと思いました。
有難うございました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/11 |
Reviewed by: 辻公恵
I was initially worried about whether it would be suitable for seniors, but contrary to my concerns, it was an emotional and heartwarming tour. The encounter with the dolphins was incredible, as a whole family of dolphins jumped to greet us! It was my first time seeing such a sight, and I was truly moved. After a while, a manta ray approached us; it was also my first time seeing a manta ray at the surface. Meeting both dolphins and manta rays in their natural environment brought me so much happiness. During snorkeling, I encountered many fish, creating wonderful memories, and the guide's explanations were enjoyable and easy to understand. On the way back, I was thrilled by the exciting rafting experience and moved by the lava history. Everything became a deeply memorable experience, and I felt it was truly worthwhile to participate. Thank you very much.
はじめシニアでも大丈夫かなと心配もありましたが、心配をよそに感動することばかりで、心ときめきのツアーでした。、ドルフィンとの出会いそれも沢山のイルカファミリーが私たちを出迎てくれてる様にジャンプするではありませんか!こんな姿見たのも初めてで、感激、暫くするとマンタが近づいてくるではありませんか?水面でマンタの姿を見たのも初めてでした。自然の環境の中で一度にイルカ、マンタとの出会いが私を幸せにしてくれました。シュノーケリングでも沢山の魚たちに出会い、いい思い出になりました、ガイドさんの説明も楽しくよくわかりました。帰りしなのスリリングなラフティングのハンドルさばきに興奮し、溶岩ヒストリーも感動し、何もかも良い思い出深いものになり、参加して大変良かったと思いました。
有難うございました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Sumi
The participants were a foreign elderly couple, one foreign woman, and us, a couple from Nagoya, Japan, along with our 10-year-old son, making a total of six people. At the beginning, during check-in, we were asked if we could speak English, and we were given a printed explanation in Japanese. However, that printout did not necessarily follow the order of the spots we would visit. The captain provided explanations while making jokes, but it was quite confusing. I thought it would have been helpful if he had indicated which part he was explaining at the moment. Unfortunately, I couldn't understand the details of the explanations at each point, which was disappointing. Reading the printout was also a hassle, especially for children. Our family, who can only speak broken English, really felt the need to be able to communicate in English! My husband asked the captain several times to speak in Japanese, and when he said it in English, the captain replied that he couldn't speak Japanese, which was amusing to witness.
On our way to the bay, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and it was adorable to see a baby dolphin swimming alongside its parent! If I could wish for anything, it would have been to swim with them. Later, the captain quickly spotted a whale and made a swift turn to approach it. We were curious about what he was pointing at, and to our surprise, there was a whale right in front of us! The day before, we had participated in a kayak tour to a cave and heard that the whales would leave in April, so we were amazed to see a wild whale up close for the first time. Our family was incredibly moved by the experience.
Additionally, the captain occasionally tried to speak Japanese for our sake, but it seemed he had mistakenly learned to refer to whales as "Godzilla," as he kept pointing at the whale and saying, "Godzilla! Godzilla!" We couldn't help but laugh when we realized what he meant. This was our first time on the Big Island, and the water was incredibly clear. We swam with many tropical fish and felt like we could stay there forever, losing track of time while exploring underwater. The water temperature was warm in the shallow areas and cooler in the deeper parts, but we were constantly amazed by the stunning blue of the ocean. The lunch sandwiches were delicious, and the captain prepared fresh pineapple for us, which was perfectly chilled and fantastic! The boat was fast and thrilling with sharp turns, and our child was overjoyed. We plan to come back to the Big Island next year!
参加者は、外国人の老夫婦、外国人女性1人と私達、日本の名古屋人夫婦と10才の息子の6人でした。始めに、チェックイン時に英語が話せるか確認されて、日本語の説明プリントが渡されましたが、そのプリントは、必ずしも周る順でなく、スポットで立ち寄ってくれてキャプテンがなにやら、ジョークを交じながら説明してくれてるのですが、ちんぷんかんぷんで、説明の時に今はここを説明してるとか言ってくれると解って良かったのになと思いました。なので、ポイントごとの説明内容は、解らずで残念でした。やはり、プリントを読むのも面倒なので、特に子供などは。かたことの英語しか話せないうちらファミリーは、英語が話せなきゃいかん!とつくづく痛感したのでした。主人は、何度かキャプテンに日本語で言って!と英語で言えば、キャプテンも日本語話せんよと返してましたが、その2人のやりとりは、笑えました。湾に行く途中、イルカの群れに会い赤ちゃんイルカが、親子で並走したりして可愛かったです!欲言えば、一緒に泳ぎたかったですが。その後、キャプテンは、目ざとくクジラを見つけると素早く方向転換し、スーッとクジラに近づきはじめ私達は、なんだろうと思い指差す方を見てみると、なんと!小さいながらもクジラが目の前すぐそこにいるではありませんか!前日にカヤックで洞窟行くツアーに参加して、クジラは、四月で帰っちゃいましたと、聞いていただけに、もうびっくりで、初めて間近で見る野生のクジラに大感動の一家三人衆なのでした。あと、キャプテンは、時々、私達に気を遣ってくれて日本語を言うのですが、どうやら、クジラのことをゴジラと勘違いして覚えたらしく、しきりにクジラを指差し、ゴジラ!ゴジラ!と…何がゴジラなんだろうと?それが理解出来た時は、こちらも笑っちゃいました。今回、初ハワイ島で、海は透明度抜群で、たくさんのトロピカルフィッシュたちと泳ぎ、飽きることなくいつまでもそこにいたい感じで時の経つのも忘れてしまうほど、夢中になってずっと海中散策してしまい、水中温度は、浅瀬は高く、深い所は低いけど、吸い込まれそうな海の碧さにも感動しっぱなしでした。ランチのサンドイッチもとても美味しくてパインもその場でキャプテンがパインボードにしてくれ、良く冷えててサイコーでした!ボートは、スピードもあって急旋回してスリル満点!子供も大喜びで、来年からは、ハワイ島に来ます‼‼
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| Packages: | 5時間コース |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/07 |
Reviewed by: 冒険心を忘れぬ定年夫婦
A 64-year-old man who is not good at swimming or English, along with his wife who is even less skilled in both, signed up for this tour because of the possibility of seeing dolphins swimming naturally up close.
On the day of the tour, when we arrived at the meeting place, there were four of us Japanese: a young couple and us. The rest were four pairs of older couples from the mainland United States, along with two guides, making a total of 14 people. The rubber boat was fully booked.
As we set off, we soon encountered a turtle swimming leisurely in the bay. Once we reached the open sea, the two 150-horsepower engines easily sped the light rubber boat up to 20 knots (about 37 km/h). I thought it was strange that the tour was named "rafting" even though it wasn't a white-water rafting experience, but feeling the wind and splashes of waves all over my body was refreshing. I truly felt that Americans are good at finding dynamic activities.
After about 20 minutes, we spotted them: a "pod of dolphins." Just like on TV, they started to swim alongside us. After watching for a while, they performed two aerial jumps with twists. I felt like they were playing with us, and I was very satisfied.
When we arrived at Captain Cook's Cove, we were given life jackets and cylindrical floaties since neither of us could swim. At first, I was just floating leisurely and looking at the surface of the sea when suddenly I saw a beautiful coral reef. Upon closer inspection, I noticed real, colorful tropical fish swimming around the reef. I became engrossed in observing the tropical fish and found an angelfish.
I had many opportunities to see coral reefs on submarine tours before, but I had never seen such colorful coral reefs and tropical fish. Later, I found out that the Big Island of Hawaii is a young island, so the scale of the coral reefs is small, which contributes to its world-renowned clarity.
Lastly, a word of caution: be sure to bring a hat that can be secured with a string. A baseball cap can be blown away, resulting in sunburn on your head.
泳ぐのも、英語も不得意な64歳の男と、さらにどちらも不得意な妻が、このツアーを申し込んだのは、自然に泳ぐイルカを間近で見れる可能性があるからでした。
当日、集合場所に行くと日本人は若夫婦と私達の計4名、他はアメリカ本土から来た4組の熟年カップル。そして、ガイド役の2人で計14名。これでゴムボートは満席になりました。
出発すると、まもなく湾の中をゆったり泳ぐ亀に出会いました。外海にでると、150馬力2機のエンジンで、軽いゴムボートを簡単に20ノット(約37km/h)までスピードアップします。
ツアー名で「ラフティング」の文字があり急流下りでもないのに、変だなと思っていましたが、体全体で受ける風と波しぶきを浴びると、これだけで爽快感を感じ、アメリカ人はダイナミックな遊びを見つけるのが旨いことをつくづく感じました。
20分程すると、見えました。「イルカの群れ」です。テレビで見たように、追走してくれました。暫く見てると、空中ジャンプ2回捻りを繰り返しやってくれました。遊んでくれていると感じることができ、大満足でした。
キャプテン・クック岬につき、泳げない私達二人にはライフジャケットと円柱状の浮き輪を渡されました。
最初、適当にのんびりプカリと浮きながら海面を見ていたら、突然綺麗なサンゴ礁が見え、よく見ると、本物の色とりどりの熱帯魚がサンゴ礁の周りを泳いでいるのが見えました。夢中になり熱帯魚観察をしているエンゼルフィッシュを見つけました。
潜水艦ツアーなどでサンゴ礁を見る機会がいままで何回もありましたが、これ程カラフルなサンゴ礁と熱帯魚を見たことがありませんでした。
後で、調べてみると、ハワイ島は若い島なので、サンゴ礁の規模が小さく、これが逆に世界的に有数な透明度を誇っているとのことで納得しました。
最後に注意事項ですが、帽子は紐で止めることが出来るものを持参すべし。野球帽では飛ばされてしまい、結果、頭の上が日焼けすることになります。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/24 |
Reviewed by: tamura
If you want to see dolphins, Hawaii Island is the place to be! That's why I joined this tour. Actually, I couldn't get a reservation for another tour, so I chose this one, and it might be the best on Hawaii Island, just as the reviews said. I think the facilities and attentiveness were very suitable for Japanese people. Both our guide Leo and Captain Ichiro were friendly and made us feel very secure on the water. We encountered more dolphins than I had expected. It seems that the experience can vary depending on the day's conditions, but I felt like we had ample time. Also, since I got sunburned from kayaking the day before, they recommended some aloe gel from ABC on the way back. I really appreciated their help. I can confidently recommend this tour!
イルカを見るなら大自然のハワイ島だ!ということでこのツアーに参加しました。
実は、他のツアーで予約が取れずこのツアーにしたのですが、
口コミどおり、ハワイ島で一番いいかもしれません。
設備・気遣いともに日本人向きのイルカツアーだったと思います。
ガイドのレオさん・キャプテンのイチローさんともに気さくに接していただき、海の上では非常に頼もしかったです。イルカたちにも期待していた以上に出会うことができました。
その日の状況にもよるようですが、時間も多めにとって頂いた印象です。
また、前日のシーカヤックで日焼けをしすぎた私には、帰りにABCでお勧めのアロエジェルを紹介していただきました。その節は、大変お世話になりました。
このツアー自信を持ってお勧め出来ます。
Thank you for participating in our Dolphin Swim Tour the other day. Has your sunburn settled down since then? We appreciate your comments as well. Please come back to visit us again, and this time, be well-prepared for sun protection (^ - ^)/. We look forward to seeing you again. Aloha!
先日は弊社ドルフィンスイムツアーにご参加頂き有難うございました。
その後、日焼けの方は落ち着きましたか? コメントも頂戴して有難うございます。
是非、又遊びにいらして下さいね、今度は日焼け対策バッチリで(^-^)/。
再会を楽しみにしています。 アロハ
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Mio
I never imagined I would be able to see wild dolphins up close like that. My husband, who was initially not very enthusiastic, ended up being very satisfied. It was amazing to see so many dolphins swimming happily in the clear blue sea! Daisuke and the captains' deep love for the dolphins really came through, and it made us happy too. This became our best memory of the Big Island. Thank you very much!!
野生のイルカがあんなに近くで見られるなんて想像もしていませんでした。最初はなかなか乗り気じゃなかった旦那も大変満足していました。透明のブルーの海で仲良く泳ぐイルカたちがたくさん見られて最高です!ダイスケさん、キャプテンたちのイルカへの深い愛が伝わってきて、こちらまで幸せになりました。ハワイ島一番の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました!!
Thank you for your prompt comment. I'm glad to hear that even your husband, who wasn't very enthusiastic at first, was satisfied. I hope it becomes a wonderful memory for both of you. Please do come back to the Big Island again. All of our staff are looking forward to your visit.
早速コメントを頂戴して有難うございます。あまり乗り気でなかったというご主人さんもご満足頂けた様で何よりです。お二人のいい思い出になって頂ければと思います。是非、又ハワイ島に遊びにいらして下さいね。スタッフ一同お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/28 |
Reviewed by: HATO
This was our second time on the Big Island with my husband. Last time, it was winter, so it was a bit chilly, and we couldn't go into the ocean. This time, we wanted to fully enjoy the sea, so we participated in snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay, known for its stunning clarity, which is not easily accessible by car.
There was no hotel shuttle, and we had to meet at Honokohau Marina, so I think those without a car should be cautious. We had rented a car for the entire day, so it wasn't an issue for us. The instructions and explanations were all in English, but we received a printed guide in Japanese, so that was not a problem either.
I was surprised by how fast the boat was as we departed, and along the way, we saw a pod of dolphins and a school of flying fish, which was an emotional experience to see up close. The explanations about the lava caves were all in English, so I couldn't understand them, but I was able to feel enough from the printed guide and what I could see.
Furthermore, at Kealakekua Bay, I was amazed by the clarity of the water and the size of the fish. Both my husband and I were captivated, watching the fish. After returning from snorkeling, there was actually a fish book on the boat, and we were excited to find the fish we had just seen up close, exclaiming, "There it is! I saw that!!!"
We also enjoyed lunch, which included sandwiches, drinks, snacks, and fruit, and eating on the boat was exceptionally delicious.
I was moved by everything! I would love to use this service again when we visit the Big Island.
今回旦那と二人で、ハワイ島二回目で、前回は季節が冬だったので肌寒く、海に入れませんでした。
その為今回は、海を満喫しようと思い、車ではなかなか行けず、感動する透明度と名高い、ケアラケクア湾シュノーケルに参加しました。
ホテルからの送迎がなく、ホノコハウ・マリーナ集合の為、車がない方は注意が必要かと思います。
私たちは終日レンタカーを借りていたので、問題なかったです。
また終始英語での注意事項・説明でしたが、日本語のプリントを頂いたので、そこも問題なかったです。
出発して思ってたより速いボートに驚きながらも途中イルカの群れや、トビウオの群れがいて、間近で見ることが出来て感動しました。
溶岩洞窟についての説明は全て英語だったので、理解できませんでしたが、頂いたプリントと目視で充分感じることができました。
更にケアラケクア湾では、海の透明度と魚の大きさに驚きました。
私も旦那も夢中になって、魚を観賞しました。
またシュノーケリングから戻った後も実際にボートに魚の本があり、先ほど間近で見た魚を見つけることが出来て「これいたね!これ見た見た!!!」と興奮。
ランチもサンドイッチとドリンクとスナックとフルーツを頂き、ボートの上で食べるのもまた格別に美味しかったです。
全てに感動しました!またハワイ島に行った際には利用したいです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/13 |
Reviewed by: COCO
In late April, I joined a tour because I wanted to see wild dolphins. I was amazed at how many there were! I was able to see several baby dolphins as well. The sight of Spinner jumping while spinning was so wonderful and exciting. The captain and the swim guide, Daisuke, were very kind, and the tour was a lot of fun. On the way back, they also showed us a manta ray, and I was moved to see a different side of the manta ray at night. I highly recommend both the night manta ray tour and the daytime dolphin tour! 😊
4月下旬、野生のイルカを見てみたくて参加しました。こんなにたくさんいるの!?と驚いてばかり。赤ちゃんイルカも数頭みることができました。スピナーちゃんが回転しながらジャンプしている姿がとっても素敵で興奮しました。キャプテンもスイムガイドのダイスケさんも親切にしてくださり、ツアーがとても楽しかったです。また帰りにマンタも見せてくれて、夜のマンタとはまた違った姿を見ることができ感動しました。夜のマンタツアーと昼のイルカツアー、両方おすすめです^^
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Isao
I visited the Big Island for my honeymoon. I joined this tour to enjoy thrilling experiences and the beautiful sea of Hawaii, and it turned out to be a wonderful memory as I had imagined.
On the day of the tour, it took about 40 minutes by taxi from the hotel where I was staying to the meeting point. After completing the check-in in English, I was handed a Japanese guidebook (about five A4 pages). I'm not very good at English, but I can understand simple Japanese, so please don't worry.
There were a total of 12 participants, including us. There were elderly people and small children as well. Additionally, there was one other Japanese person who could speak both English and Japanese, so they helped us out a lot.
Once we boarded the rubber boat and departed from the port, we picked up quite a bit of speed, feeling like we were on a roller coaster, which was thrilling. The wind felt nice, and the scenery was amazing. We even encountered a whale along the way.
After about 1 hour and 30 minutes, we arrived at Kealakekua Bay for snorkeling. The water was very clear, and we could see coral reefs and beautiful fish.
We snorkeled for about an hour at Kealakekua Bay, and then it was lunchtime on the boat. We had sandwiches, cookies, potato chips, and drinks. After that, we snorkeled for about another hour, thoroughly enjoying the sea of Kealakekua Bay. However, the water temperature was a bit low (late April), so if you stayed in for too long, your body would get quite cold, and the elderly participants went back to the boat early to take a break.
When we returned to the port, we were lucky to see a sea turtle and took some photos.
I was very nervous as I couldn't speak much English, but it seemed that we were fortunate with the people we met. An elderly gentleman from America was very kind to us, and even though we couldn't communicate well, it was a wonderful encounter, and I'm really glad I participated.
私は新婚旅行で、ハワイ島を訪れました。
スリリングな体験とハワイ島の綺麗な海を満喫したくて、このツアーに参加しましたが、想像通り素晴らしい思い出になりました。
ツアー当日、宿泊していたホテルからタクシーで約40分ほどかけて、集合場所に行きました。
英語での受付を済ませると、日本語ガイドの説明書(A4用紙5枚程)を手渡されます。
私はあまり英語が得意ではないですが、簡単な日本語なら通じますので、安心してください。
参加者は、私たちを含めて全部で12名でした。お年寄りや小さい子供も参加していました。また、私たち以外に日本人が1名いて英語と日本語が喋れたので色々とお世話になりました
いざ、ゴムボートに乗り港を出発すると、結構スピードが出てジェットコースターに乗っているような感覚で、スリル満点です。風が気持ちよく、景色も最高でした。なんと、途中でクジラにも出会いました。
約1時間30分程かけて、ケアラケクア湾に到着すると、シュノーケルです。海の中はとても澄んでいて、サンゴ礁や綺麗な魚を見ることができました。
1時間くらいケアケクア湾でシュノーケルしその後ボートの上でランチタイム。サンドイッチとクッキー、ポテトチップ、飲み物などがでました。その後また1時間くらいシュノーケルをしてケアラケクア湾の海をしっかり満喫できました。ただ水温が少し低めだったので(4月の下旬)長く浸かってると体がだいぶ冷え、年配の方は早めにボートに上がって休憩してました。
また港に帰るとウミガメがいて写真も撮れてラッキーでした。
英語がほとんど喋れずとても緊張してましたが、私たちの時は人に恵まれていたみたいでアメリカからきていたおじいさんに親切にしていただいたり言葉は通じないけど、とても素敵な出会いがあり参加して本当に良かったです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/22 |
Reviewed by: yutachi
It was a tour with very few Japanese people, but I was extremely satisfied with the wonderful service from all the staff. The hospitality of the staff, who were always smiling, was the best!! I wonder if it's the captain's personality that makes the staff's service so outstanding...
日本人がとても少ないツアーですが、スタッフ全員の素晴らしい対応に大満足しました。
笑顔の絶えないスタッフのホスピタリティは最高です!!
船長さんの人柄でしょうかね?! スタッフの対応が素晴らしいのは。。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was torn between a tour to swim with dolphins and this one, but I chose this tour because I wanted to go to Kealakekua Bay. Luckily, on the way there in the rubber boat, we encountered pods of dolphins multiple times! Each time, they stopped the boat to give us plenty of time to watch the dolphins. The dolphins swam right under the boat and next to us, so I felt like I was part of a dolphin tour too! I felt like I enjoyed this more than the dolphin tour I participated in on Oahu.
The day I participated wasn't very sunny, but Kealakekua Bay had incredible clarity and was the best! They also gave us plenty of time to enjoy ourselves, so I was very satisfied!
The travel time in the rubber boat is quite long. We went really fast without wearing life jackets, and there were times when we made sharp turns, so it was very bumpy. I was sitting at the front, so I felt like I was floating and it was a bit scary. But I thought it was much more fun than traveling by a regular boat.
イルカと泳ぐツアーと迷いましたが、ケアラケクア湾へ行きたかったのでこちらのツアーに参加しました。
ラッキーなことにゴムボートで湾まで移動する途中、何度もイルカの群れに遭遇!その度にボートを止めてたっぷりとイルカを見る時間を作ってくれました。
何度もボートの下やすぐ横をイルカが通ってくれたので、イルカのツアーにも参加した気分♪
オアフで参加したイルカのツアーより堪能できた気分でした♪
参加した日はあまり天気の良くない日でしたが、ケアラケクア湾は透明度抜群で最高!こちらでもあきるほどたっぷり時間を作ってくれたので大満足でした!
ゴムボートでの移動時間は結構長いです。ライフジャケットも付けずにすごいスピードで走るし、ときどき旋回もするので、すごく揺れます。私は一番前に座っていたので、体が浮いて怖かったです。でも船で移動よりずーっと楽しいと思いましたよ。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/18 |
Reviewed by: KIRIMAFU
A friend of mine, who was experiencing Hawaii Island for the first time with children, said this tour was incredibly impressive. They thoroughly enjoyed the ocean around Hawaii Island. They were very satisfied to see dolphins, whales, and even turtles after disembarking. The captain's service was also enthusiastic, making the boat rush towards the shore and eliciting screams.
My wife, who cannot move her left hand due to the aftereffects of a stroke, was also very satisfied as she could enjoy snorkeling thanks to the life vest. However, she mentioned that holding on in the side boat made her hands extremely tired. It would be ideal to have a bit more space to sit facing forward.
I will also share the relevant part of my blog. This tour is an absolute recommendation for fully enjoying Hawaii Island. Thank you very much.
http://plaza.rakuten.co.jp/kseki/diary/201303270000/
知人が子供連れかつハワイ島初体験だったのですが、このツアーが最高に印象的だったと申しています。ハワイ島の海を満喫できました。イルカや鯨、果ては下船後カメも観られて大満足。船長さんのサービス精神も旺盛で、岸に向かって突進して悲鳴を上げさせたり。
脳梗塞の後遺症で左手が動かない妻も、ライフベストのおかげでシュノーケルまで楽しめて大満足。ただ、横乗りのボートはしがみつくのに手が疲れきったと言っています。前向きに乗るスペースも少しあれば理想です。
私のブログの該当箇所も紹介しておきます。ハワイ島満喫のために、このツアーは絶対のオススメです。有難うございました。
http://plaza.rakuten.co.jp/kseki/diary/201303270000/
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| Packages: | ランチ付き!10時出発プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/26 |
Reviewed by: 京都の一家
We are a family that participated on March 26. Thank you, Captain, Daisuke, and Kiwami, for your care.
Although the number of participants that day was fewer than usual, we were able to stay close to the dolphin group the entire time. Our eldest son was thrilled to swim alongside the dolphins, our second son was overjoyed to get close to them, and our youngest (6 years old) enjoyed watching the dolphins swimming in the ocean, even though it got cold and we had to return to the boat early; he said he had fun talking with the captain. The father was captivated by the dolphins' cuteness, while the mother felt like she became part of the group as they swam after the dolphins. Each of us was able to create unforgettable memories. In the family photo taken as we were leaving, everyone had smiles we had never seen before (laughs).
Not only was the encounter with the dolphins memorable, but the lively way the staff enjoyed their work also left a strong impression. The children were moved by it as well. Daisuke introduced us to his dolphin friend, and it felt like we had entered a different world from our everyday lives. Running over the waves in the blue sea, feeling the wind, was as fun as an attraction.
The hamburger shop recommended by everyone after the tour was delicious and had a great atmosphere; it was the best! Thank you for everything! We want to create another opportunity to meet the dolphins and everyone again!
To fully enjoy this dream-like moment, I think a waterproof digital camera, motion sickness medication, and a thick (warm) bath towel for those with small children are essential. Also, ginger candy was helpful for a bit of motion sickness.
3月26日に参加した一家です。キャプテン、ダイスケさん、きわみさん、お世話になりました。
その日は数自体は普段より少ないとのことでしたが、その分そのイルカさんグループとずっと一緒に、すぐ近いところにいることができました。
イルカと並走できたという長男、イルカに接近できて大喜びの次男、海を泳ぐイルカを見る事ができ、寒くなって早めにボートにあがったけど、キャプテンと話すのが楽しかったと言う三男坊(6歳)。
イルカの可愛さに魅せられた父に、イルカさんグループを追いかけて泳ぐうちに仲間になったような気分になった母。それぞれが、一生ものの思い出を心に刻む事ができました。帰り際に撮っていただいた家族写真にも、皆、普段見た事の無いような笑顔で写っていました(笑)
イルカさんたちとの出会いのみならず、スタッフの皆さんの生き生きとお仕事を楽しんでおられる姿も、強く印象に残りました。子供たちも感銘を受けていました。ダイスケさんのおともだちイルカも紹介してもらったりして、なんか普段生きている世界とは別の世界に行ったようでした。青い海を、風を受け波を乗り越えながら走っている時も、何かのアトラクションのように楽しかったです。
ツアー終了後に行った、皆さんお勧めのハンバーガーショップも、おいしくて雰囲気よくて、最高でした!なにからなにまで、ありがとうございました!
また機会を作って、イルカちゃんたちや皆さんに会いにいきたいです!
この夢のようなひと時をフルに楽しむために、防水デジカメと、酔い止めと、ちいさい子連れの方は厚手の(あたたかい)バスタオルが必須かと思いました。それに、ちょっとした酔いに、生姜飴が役に立ちました。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/26 |
Reviewed by: olive_isl
We visited with our family of three (10-year-old boy) on March 27, 2013. The water was very clear, and we were able to see many tropical fish. However, since the water temperature wasn't very high, it was too cold for long snorkeling sessions. But we had a great time with activities like the slide and jumping from the Fair Wind boat, which were fun for the kids. Additionally, since breakfast and lunch were included, we were able to make good use of our time before and after the tour, which was very nice.
2013/3/27に家族3人(10歳/男)で行ってきました。
水の透明度も高く、熱帯魚を沢山見ることができました。
ただし、水温があまり高くないため、寒くて長時間のシュノーケンリングは無理でしたが、滑り台や、フェアウィンド号からのジャンプなど、子供にとっては楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
また、朝食、昼食付きだったので、ツアー前後の時間を有効に使えて、とても良かったです。
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| Packages: | モーニングプラン 豪華BBQランチ付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/27 |
Reviewed by: Ayu Suzuki
I had heard from my parents about their trip to see the lava before I was born, and I was really looking forward to this helicopter tour. The weather in Waikoloa was great, but there were a lot of clouds in the direction of Mauna Kea, which made me a bit anxious. Unfortunately, my worries came true, and due to bad weather, the tour to see the lava in Hilo was canceled. I was extremely sad, but I felt relieved knowing that the staff prioritized safety. The Japanese pilot mentioned that Waipi'o Valley is also wonderful, and that it was okay to cancel. He even said that they would refund the entire tour fee, so I asked my parents if we could go on the tour just to Waipi'o Valley. I had been on a helicopter in Japan before, but when we took off and flew over the vast land of the Big Island, I was moved by its grandeur. There were a few clouds and it rained a bit along the way, but flying over Waipi'o Valley felt like entering a completely different world, almost like a dream. I saw many waterfalls flowing between the valleys, and I wanted to drink from them. It was a little scary flying through the valley, but even at 12 years old, I was able to experience a lot of emotions.
私は、私が生まれる前に、パパやママが溶岩を見に行ったことを聞かせれていて、この遊覧飛行をとても楽しみにしていました。ワイコロアはとても天気が良かったのですが、マウナケアの方角は雲が多っかたので、ちょっと不安でした。不安は当り、天候が悪いので、溶岩が見れるヒロ方面はツアーが中止になってくれました。ものすごく悲しかったけれど、安全を第一に考えてくれるスタッフの皆さんに、残念な気持ちと裏腹に安堵の感がありました。日本人のパイロットの人が、ワイピオ渓谷も素晴らしいですよ、でもキャンセルしても構いません。ツアー料金は全て返しますとまで言ってくれて、パパとママにお願いをしてワイピオ渓谷のみのツア-に行くことにしました。日本でヘリコプタ-には乗ったことがあったけど、離陸のとき、ハワイ島の大地を飛んでいくとき、その広大な迫力に感動しました。少し雲があったり、途中で雨が降ってきたけれど、ワイピオ渓谷、まるで違う世界にきたような、夢をみているような感じがしました。渓谷の合間から流れ出る、たくさんの滝、飲んでみたくなりました。渓谷の中を飛んでいるときちょっと怖かったけれど、12歳の私でも多くの感動を味わうことができました。
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| Posted on: | 2013/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/25 |
Reviewed by: まっちぃ
I participated on March 27th.
There are many tours to swim with dolphins in the ocean, but I highly recommend Kalena Nai'a LLC dba Kona Ocean Experience!!
Since it's a small group, even if we encountered other tour groups in the ocean, Mika raised her hand to show us where she was, and Dennis kept an eye on everyone, which made us feel safe.
Also, being in a smaller group allows for more flexibility, so we could move efficiently.
We not only swam with dolphins but also had fun swimming with manta rays and tropical fish. The family we were with wanted to see whales, and Dennis helped us find them, so we were able to see a mother and calf whale. It was moving when the whale came close and spouted right in front of us, swimming under the boat.
Like in movies or Disney, flying fish created an arch and jumped in front of the boat, dolphins spun joyfully, and manta rays swam gracefully. It was truly a wonderful experience. Thank you!!
3/27に参加させていただきました。
海にはたくさんのイルカと泳ぐツアーがありますが、Kalena Nai'a LLC dba Kona Ocean Experienceはオススメです!!
少人数なので、海で他のツアーの人たちと一緒になっても、みかさんが手を上げて居場所を教えてくれますし、デニスさんが皆をみていてくれるので安心できました。
また少人数の方が、小回りがきくので、効率よく移動できます。
私たちはイルカと泳ぐだけでなく、マンタや熱帯魚とも楽しく泳げました。今回、ご一緒したご家族はクジラが見たいとの要望があり、デニスさんが探してくれて親子のクジラをみることができました。クジラが近づいてきて、目の前で潮を吹いたりボートの下を通っていったときには感動しました。
映画やディズニーのように飛び魚がアーチをつくってボートの前を飛んだり、イルカが楽しそうにスピンして飛んだり、マンタが悠然と泳いできたり、本当に素敵な体験をさせていただきました。ありがとうございます‼
Dear Matchii, thank you very much for participating in our wild dolphin swimming tour. We pride ourselves on providing attentive service in small groups and making our customers' requests our top priority. We are all delighted to have shared a wonderful experience with you in the unstructured world of nature!
まっちぃ様。弊社の野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーにご参加くださりどうもありがとうございます。
少人数できめ細かいサービス、お客様のリクエストを第1をモットーとしております。大自然でのシナリオのない世界でのすばらしい体験をまっちぃ様とシェアできましたこと、私共一同嬉しく思います!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/27 |
Reviewed by: shoji
I was drawn to the phrases "rafting" and "lava cave," so I decided to participate. When I arrived at the meeting place, there were about 30 people, all foreigners. There wasn't much explanation, and we were quickly divided into two groups and taken to the nearby boat launch, where we set off immediately.
As we headed out, the captain provided some safety instructions, but for Japanese participants, they handed out a manual saying, "Please read this." Once we left the bay, we sped up significantly, and the waves were quite high, causing the boat to bounce a lot, which was quite thrilling.
On our way to Kealakekua Bay, we saw about four or five dolphins, but swimming with them was prohibited, which was a bit disappointing. We had about an hour and a half for snorkeling, but the water temperature was low, and I didn't swim for even an hour. It seemed like the foreigners had a different tolerance for the cold, as they went back in to swim again after eating sandwiches.
On the way back, we encountered quite a few dolphins, and seeing them swim alongside the boat was a highlight. The speed increased even more, making it quite a challenge to hold on, but it was also a fun experience.
We stopped the boat near the cliffs, and they explained various things about the rock formations, but we didn't go through any caves, which was very disappointing. Overall, I think it was an interesting activity, thanks to the staff's attentiveness.
ラフティングと溶岩洞窟というフレーズに惹かれて、参加しました。
集合場所に行ったところ、30人くらいいましたが全て外国人。そこでは特に説明もなく、2組に分かれて、すぐ近くのボート乗り場に行き、すぐに出発でした。
沖に出る間にキャプテンから注意点の説明がありましたが、日本人には「ここを読んで」ということで説明書をくれます。
湾を出たころから猛スピードで進み、波も結構高かったことからボートも大きくバウンドし、かなりの迫力でした。
ケアラケクア湾につく間に4,5頭のイルカがいましたが、一緒に泳ぐことは禁止され、やや残念な思いが。
シュノーケリングは、1時間半くらいの時間がありましたが、水温が低く、1時間も泳ぎませんでした。外国人は皮膚感覚が違うのか、サンドイッチなどを食べた後でもまた泳ぎに行っていました。
帰りにもかなりのイルカに遭遇し、ボートに並走する姿は中々見所がありました。スピードも更にアップし、踏ん張るのが大変でしたが、これも楽しい経験でした。
岸壁近くでボートを止め、岩の形がどうのとか色々と説明してくれましたが、洞窟をくぐるようなことはなく、これは非常に残念でした。
その他は、スタッフの気遣いもあり、面白いアクティビティだと思います。
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| Packages: | $77.77 Alan1.net会員限定参加体験ツアー/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Berry
There were 10 participants, and we were the only Japanese among them; the rest were from the mainland United States.
You need to go to the reception area by yourself, and they do not understand Japanese at all. All the explanations on the boat are in English. If you understand a little English, it shouldn't be a problem.
We traveled to Kealakekua Bay on a large rubber boat, which goes fast and tilts at an angle, so my arms got tired from supporting my body.
The snorkeling spot is beautiful, but there are few shallow areas, and I felt that I didn't see as many types of fish as I had hoped.
Since we went in mid-January, it was a bit chilly once we got back on the boat.
We didn't see any dolphins, but we were able to see whales from a distance.
I thought we would be able to enter the cave since it was called a cave adventure, but we only viewed the lava from afar and received some explanations. I couldn't understand the English, but we could see the island of Hawaii from the sea and the boat, so I think it was enjoyable beyond just snorkeling.
参加者は10人。うち日本人は私たちだけであとはアメリカ本土の人でした。
自分で受付場所まで行き、受付をしますが日本語は全く通じません。
ボートでの説明もすべて英語。
少しの英語が分かれば問題はありません。
ケアラケクア湾まで大きなゴムボートで移動しますが
スピードも出しますし、斜めに傾けたりするので、体を支えている腕が疲れます。
シュノーケルのポイントはきれいですが、浅瀬が少なく
思ったより魚の種類は見れなかったかなと思いました。
1月の中旬に行ったこともあり、一度ボートに上がると肌寒かったです。。
イルカには会えませんでしたが、クジラは遠くからですが見ることができました。
洞窟アドベンチャーとあったので、洞窟の中に入れるのかと思っていましたが
溶岩を遠目から眺め、何か説明をしていました。
英語のためわかりませんが、海とボートからのハワイ島が見れたので
シュノーケリングだけではなく楽しめると思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/17 |
Reviewed by: やすこ
I participated alone at the end of February, and since there were only three of us that day, it felt almost like a private tour. With our instructor Daisuke and the skilled captain, we headed out on the boat, and when we dove in, there were over 200 dolphins! There were so many that day, and I was amazed to see large manta rays and whales swimming beneath the boat. I was told that such an experience is truly rare.
I'm not very good at snorkeling, but Daisuke helped me relax and pulled me along at the same speed and direction as the dolphins, so I could trust him completely. I could even hear the dolphins making sounds!
I highly recommend this tour. If I have the chance to visit the Big Island again, I would love to participate in the tour and express my gratitude to both of them.
2月末にひとりで参加しましたが
その日は3人きりということでほぼ貸し切り状態でした。
インストラクターの大輔さん、そして敏腕のキャプテンと一緒にボートで
沖へでかけ、いざもぐってみたら
イルカは200頭以上いました。
その日は実に沢山いまして、
その上、大きいマンタや、クジラがボートの下をくぐって行くのも見て、びっくりしました。
ほんとにめったにないことだそうです。
シュノーケルは私は得意ではなかったのですが
大輔さんが脱力した状態でひっぱってくれて、イルカと同じ速度で同じ方向につれていってくれるので
安心しておまかせできました。
イルカちゃんたちがないてる声も聞こえてきましたよ
このツアーは本当におすすめします。
またハワイ島に行く機会があればツアー参加して
ぜひともお二人にお礼が言いたいです。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/02/26 |
Reviewed by: CHAT
I wasn't sure what Ocean Rafting would be like, so I thought we would be rowing with paddles ourselves, but it turned out to be a thrilling tour on an engine-powered rubber boat. Right from the start, we made sharp turns as we headed out to sea, and there were moments when it felt like we were about to hit the cliffs, which was quite exhilarating. The captain was very enthusiastic, chasing whales and weaving under skydivers. We went out to sea multiple times, using sonar to search for whales. Thanks to that, we were able to do whale watching several times, but by the end, my backside was quite sore, and I was feeling like, "Okay, that's enough!" After snorkeling, lunch included fruits and snacks, and the sandwiches were quite good, making it a fun experience. There were two of them, the captain and a female assistant, and they were very efficient in preparing the snorkeling gear and lunch, which made everything feel pleasant.
オーシャンラフティングってどういう風なのかわからなかったので、自分たちでオールでこいだりするのかと思ていたのですが、、、エンジン付きゴムボートでビュンビュん飛ばすツアーでした。最初から沖へ出るときに急旋回したり岸壁にあたりそうになって急停止したりとスリル満点。。。クジラを追いかけたりスカイダイバーの下をすり抜けたりとキャプテン(船頭さん)はサービス精神旺盛でした。クジラを追いかけ何回も沖に出て、ソナーを駆使し探しました。おかげで何回もホエールウぉッチングできましたが、、、最後はかなりお尻が痛くてもういいよぉ〜って感じもなきにしもあらず。。。。シュノーケリングの後の昼食はフルーツありスナック菓子あり、、、サンドイッチもなかなかで楽しかったです。キャプテンと助手の女性の二人でしたがシュノーケリングの際の用具の準備やお昼の準備など手際もよく気持ちよかったです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/14 |
Reviewed by: 小野塚台の食いしん坊
In February 2012, I was deeply impressed, and on February 14, 2013, I came back again. It was me, my 89-year-old grandmother, my 67-year-old self, my 65-year-old wife, and my 60-year-old brother-in-law who is retiring this February. We had a wonderful time.
This year, just like last year, we stayed for two nights in Hilo, three nights in a condominium in Waikoloa, and three nights in Waikiki. Unusually, I fell ill this time and just recovered yesterday (February 13).
We were able to see whales again, and I was particularly moved by the dolphins' welcoming behavior. When the boat arrives near the snorkeling spot, a large number of dolphins come to greet us and support the boat until it stops. They even see us off partway on the way back (it’s unbelievable).
We enjoyed delicious breakfasts and lunches, saw beautiful corals and fish, and had a great time with friendly foreigners. This time, we were the only Japanese family, but the foreign tourists seemed to be having a great time, which made it very comfortable for us.
The water was cold, so my wife said, "Next time, I want to come in spring or summer." I promised to include some photos this time, but they are all taken from the video (Sony). Speaking of videos, the staff here have professional video skills. They used wonderful Sony equipment. They even film underwater, which makes for great memories.
Last time, I bought a video (DVD) and enjoyed it, so this time I had one sent for my brother-in-law. This tour is highly recommended as it can be enjoyed by everyone from babies to the elderly.
2012年2月に体験感激し、2013年2月14日、また来てしまいました。
89歳のお婆ちゃん、67歳の私、65歳の妻、そして今年2月定年の
義弟60歳の4人ですが楽しい、楽しい。
今年も昨年と同じ日程で、ヒロに2泊、ワイコロアのコンドミニアムに3泊、ワイキキで3泊です。今回私が珍しく体調を崩してしまい、昨日(2月13日)やっと回復したばかり。
今回も【鯨】も見えたし、特に【イルカ】の歓迎振りには感動ずくめです。
シュノーケルスポット近くに船が来ると、大勢で出迎えに寄って来て舟が止まるまでサポートしてくれます。
帰りも途中まで、お見送りです。(信じられない程)
美味しい、朝食と昼食を食べ、綺麗なサンゴと魚を見てフレンドリーな外国人?と楽しんで最高!!
今回、日本人は我々ファミリーだけでしたが、外国人?観光客は皆、思い切り楽しみに来ている様子で一緒にいてとても気が楽です。
水は冷たかったので妻は『今度は、春か夏に来たい』と言っています。
前回お約束の、写真何枚か入れますが、全部ビデオ(SONY)から写真にしたものです。
ビデオと言えばここのスタッフのビデオ技術はプロだ。
機材はSONYの素晴らしいのを使っていた。
海中でも撮影してくれるので記念になります。
前回もビデオ(DVD)を買って楽しんだので今回も、義弟のために1本送ってもらった。
このツアーは赤ちゃん~年配者まで充分に楽しめてお勧めです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in this tour with a friend during my first trip to Hawaii Island. In the morning, we made our way to the meeting point at the port, and when I mentioned that I wasn't very good at English at the reception, they provided me with an explanation sheet in Japanese. The entire tour was conducted in English, but the guide was friendly and taught us while we referred to the sheet, so I enjoyed it.
All the other participants were foreigners, and since my English skills were limited, it was difficult for me to join in the conversation. However, everyone was very friendly and communicative, which made it fun. The tour itself was on a boat without facilities like restrooms, and it went quite fast, bouncing along the way. Therefore, those who are prone to motion sickness might feel unwell. It was physically demanding, but the sea air and wind were pleasant, and as someone who loves attractions, I felt great.
It was almost my first time snorkeling, but they provided floatation devices, so I was able to swim. The water was very clear, and I was moved to swim with colorful fish and coral. At one point, we got back on the boat and were able to enjoy light snacks like sandwiches, fruits, and juice. I was glad to have a bath towel at that time.
Since it was late February, it could be a bit chilly, so it might be good to have something to wrap around you depending on the season. During the tour, we encountered a pod of wild dolphins and saw whales, which was thrilling and very satisfying. This is an active tour where you can fully experience the nature of Hawaii Island!
私は初めてのハワイ島旅行で、友人とこのツアーに参加しました。
朝、集合場所の港までは各自で移動し、受付であまり英語が得意でないことを伝えると、日本語ガイドの説明書を渡してくれました。
すべて英語で行われますが、この紙をみながらガイドさんが気さくに教えてくれたので楽しめました。
参加者は私たち以外すべて外国の方々で、英語は語学力がなかったので話に参加することが難しかったのですが、
気さくにコミュニケーションをとってくれる人々で楽しかったです。ツアー自体はトイレなどはついていないボート式のもので、結構スピードを出しながら走行します。さらにバウンドしながらの激しい走行になります。
なので乗り物にとても酔いやすい方は酔ってしまうかもしれません。体力もつかいました。しかし海の空気や風が心地よく、アトラクション好きの私にとってはとても気分がよかったです。シュノーケルはほぼ初めてでしたが浮き用具を貸してくれるので、泳ぐことが出来ました。
海の透明度は高く、サンゴや色とりどりの魚達と泳ぐことが出来、とても感動しました。
途中でボートに上がり、スナックやサンドウィッチ、フルーツ、ジュースなどの軽食をもらうことができます。その時にバスタオルがあって良かったです。
2月下旬だった為か少し寒い場合があるので、時期によってはおる物があっても良いかもしれません。ツアーの途中では野生のイルカの群れに遭遇したり、クジラを見たり、大興奮、大満足でした。ハワイ島の自然を体全体で感じることが出来るアクティブなツアーです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
In late February, I went on a trip with a friend, and we decided to join this tour to see the beautiful ocean of Hawaii Island up close. Since we were staying in Kona, we called a taxi to our hotel and headed to the designated meeting point, which was about a 10-minute drive away.
There were about 14 people in total on the tour, including us, and everyone except us was a foreigner. The guide spoke entirely in English, but at the beginning, they provided a Japanese guide, so we could follow along during the tour. The staff kindly explained what was happening, which helped us understand everything clearly, and we had a great time.
This tour involved ocean rafting on a rubber boat, which meant the boat rocked quite a bit. It was so intense that if you weren't holding on to something, you might feel like you could fall off. It might not be suitable for those who get seasick, but I found it very thrilling and was extremely satisfied. Along the way, we encountered schools of dolphins and even whales multiple times, which left us in awe of nature's grandeur.
At the first stop, we snorkeled for about an hour, and after a break, we enjoyed another hour of snorkeling at the second stop. The turkey sandwiches, snacks, and cut fruits served during the break were delicious, and we were very satisfied.
Needless to say, the water's clarity was outstanding, and we were able to see over 20 different types of fish. Overall, the travel time was long, and we couldn't relax much on the boat, so it was a bit tiring, but I think it's a wonderful tour to experience the great outdoors of Hawaii Island.
2月下旬に友達と2人で旅行に行った際に、ハワイ島のきれいな海を間近で見てみたいということになり、このツアーに参加しました。
私たちはコナに宿泊だったため、ホテルにタクシーを呼び、指定の場所に向かいました。だいたい車で10分程度のところが集合場所でした。
ツアー客は私たちを含め全部で14人ほどで、私たち以外は全員外国人でした。ガイドは全て英語でしたが、初めに日本語ガイドをくれたので、それを見ながらツアーに参加し、スタッフさんも今はここの説明をしているのよなどと親切に教えてくれたので、内容もしっかり理解することができ、とても楽しめました。
このツアーはゴムボートで激しく海を走り抜けるオーシャンラフティングなので船がとても揺れます。どこかにつかまっていないと船から落ちてしまいそうになるぐらい激しい揺れなので、船酔いなどされる方にはあまり向いていないかもしれませんが、とてもスリリングで私自身は大満足でした。途中でイルカの群れや、クジラに何度も遭遇することができ、自然の壮大さに圧倒されました。
1つ目のポイントでは1時間ほどシュノーケリングをし、休憩をはさんで2つ目のポイントで再び1時間ほどシュノーケリングを楽しみました。休憩中に出されたターキーのサンドイッチやスナック菓子、カットフルーツはとても美味しくて大満足でした。
言うまでもなく、海の透明度は抜群で、20種類以上の魚を見ることが出来ました。
全体的に移動時間が長く、船上ではゆっくり出来ないので少し疲れますが、ハワイ島の大自然を体験できる素晴らしいツアーだと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This time, we participated for our 2nd honeymoon.
We came to Hawaii for our wedding six months ago and liked it so much that we came back.
The tour really became a wonderful memory.
We encountered a lot of colorful fish in the beautiful sea.
We were the only Japanese people, and the rest were all Westerners. They had such great energy, and it really lifted our spirits.
Although Japanese was hardly understood, we had a lot of fun communicating in English.
It truly felt like Hawaii.
We were lucky enough to see dolphins and even went whale watching. It was the best!!!
今回は2ndハネムーンで参加しました。
半年前に結婚式をかねてハワイに来たのですが気に入ってしまいまた来てしまいました。
ツアーは、本当にいい思い出になりました。
とにかく綺麗な海でいろんなカラフルな魚に出会えました。
日本人は僕ら2人だけで残りは全員西洋人でした。
凄くノリがよくつられてテンション上がりまくりでした。
日本語はほとんど通じなかったですが、英語でコミュニケーションできてすごく楽しかったです。
これぞハワイって感じでした。
ラッキーにもイルカにも会えたし、ホエールウォッチングもできてしましました。最高!!!
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/27 |
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Thank you, Sachiko, for participating the other day. I also appreciate your prompt comment. We will continue to strive to ensure that even customers who join alone can feel at ease. Please do come back to the Big Island; we look forward to welcoming you again.
SACHIKO様、先日はご参加頂きまして有難うございました。 早速のコメントも有難うございます。お一人様でご参加のお客様でもご安心頂ける様にこれからも、精進して参ります。
是非、又ハワイ島へ遊びにいらしてください、楽しみにお待ちしています。