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All Reviews for Hawaii Private Boat Charters in Big Island

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Kohala Coast Private Catamaran Charter & Snorkel Tour - Big Island Shaka

Excellent Boat Outing on the Big Island!

Reviewed by: CAR

Incredible day with an excellent crew for a fabulous day of boating on the Big Island of Hawaii! The crew was fantastic and so informative!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

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Packages: 3-Hour Standard Private Charter Package (up to 6 participants)
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/05/16
Activity Date: 2025/05/14

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A luxurious experience 贅沢な体験

Reviewed by: りょん

This is a luxurious tour where you can enjoy whale watching, dolphin watching, sea turtle viewing, and snorkeling all on a cruise charter. We participated as a family of six across three generations, and with two staff members accompanying us, one of whom entered the water to provide guidance and support, my 78-year-old mother, who has paralysis on her right side, was truly grateful to be able to snorkel together. After snorkeling, there was a service of tropical fruits, juice, and snacks, which I believe offers great value for the price. I especially recommend private charters for families with small children or elderly individuals.

クルーザーチャーターで、ホエールウオッチングも、イルカウオッチングも、ウミガメかざしも楽しめ、スノーケルも楽しめる贅沢なツアーです。
三世代家族6人で参加しましたが、スタッフが2人付いてくれ、1人が一緒に海に入って指導やサポートをしてくれるので、78歳で右半身に麻痺が残る母も、一緒にスノーケルできたのが本当にありがたかったです。
スノーケル後にはトロピカルフルーツやジュース、スナックのサービスもあり、お値段以上の価値があると思います。
特に小さいお子さんや高齢の方にはプライベートチャーターはお勧めです。

現地スタッフ: 5

場所・雰囲気: 4

スケジュール: 5

設備: 5

サービスの快適さ: 5

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Private charters offer not just a luxurious experience, but also true peace of mind and freedom. If you want to make the most of your trip, I definitely recommend going private.

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プライベートチャーターは、贅沢な体験という以上に、本当に安心安全で自由が利きます。せっかくの旅行を満足なものにしたいのでしたら、是非プライベートをお勧めします。

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Packages: 3時間
Attended as: Families
Weather: Sunny
Posted on: 2025/02/05
Activity Date: 2025/02/03

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

A must for private boat charters!!

Reviewed by: Sandy Sposato

Wonderful private charter experience. Captain Michael and Gretchen were wonderful - and so attentive. I highly recommend this company - one of the best experiences on the Big Island - don’t miss it.

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Packages: Daytime Private Hourly Charter - Customize Your Itinerary
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2024/09/07
Activity Date: 2024/09/05

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

Honokahau Harbor Private Sail Experience

Reviewed by: Deena H

Our experience could not have been any better! The water was calm, weather was perfect, even with the clouds, which made it more beautiful! The captain and crew, Jack, Ian, and Taiyo were so attentive, gracious, and kind towards us, as we scattered our mother's ashes. It was a day we will always treasure. We highly recommend it and look forward to another sail in the future (just for fun!). Mahalo and blessings from our Ohana to yours!

  • Sisters are forever.

  • Magnificent!

  • Captain and Crew

  • Spectacular sky, calm water.

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Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/04/05
Activity Date: 2023/03/19

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

Sunset Cruise

Reviewed by: Jack

Dolphins and whales plus a beautiful sunset with excellent service and guidance by crew.

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Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/04/05
Activity Date: 2023/04/03

3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Dec-Feb]

Awesome day of whales and dolphins!

Reviewed by: Bryan G

We had a great afternoon on the boat. Took a seven and two year old out with us to see the whales and the captain was very accommodating to both of them. Once we got the area where the whales were we saw a couple different pairs breach multiple times and certainly didn't need binoculars to see them. On our way back to the harbor a few bottle nosed dolphins decided to swim out front of the boat and in the wake for about 10 minutes which was every bit as cool as seeing the whales.

I'd highly recommend Aloha Kona Tours.

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Packages: Private Whale Watching Tour
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/01/16
Activity Date: 2023/01/08

3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Dec-Feb]

Mr. Cohichro and Shay are awesome!

Reviewed by: Emily Yoon

The captain and crew are so nice
The boat is very clean and comfy!

the experience was really good.
We got to see bunch of dolphins and whales breaching really close to.

Thank you so much!

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Packages: Private Whale Watching Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/12
Activity Date: 2023/01/10

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Private charter! プライベートチャーター!

Reviewed by: はたごさん

In August 2022, when travel was still strict due to COVID-19, I went to the Big Island and enjoyed a private charter. Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I don't have anything to compare it to, but I felt very safe and secure because it was private.

By the way, according to our guide, Mr. Nawata, we were the first Japanese guests after COVID.

The positives were:
- Since it was private,
1. The schedule was flexible.
2. I could keep a close eye on the children who are not strong swimmers, ensuring their safety.
3. Although they had solid COVID-19 measures in place, it felt even safer since there were no other families around.
- We saw dolphins jumping when we arrived at the bay.
- The children were satisfied seeing beautiful fish.

The trip from Honokohau Harbor to Kealakekua Bay took about an hour one way, and we spent about an hour in the water, but the kids seemed to enjoy it enough, and the breeze on the boat was pleasant.

While it is somewhat more expensive compared to shared boats, we were able to do things that wouldn't be possible without the private charter, and I believe it was a great experience for the children. For families or groups of four or more, especially those with relatively small children, I think it's definitely worth it to go for a private charter.

まだコロナで渡航が厳しい2022年8月にハワイ島にいってプライベートチャーターを楽しみました。初めてのハワイだったので比較対象がないのですが、プライベートだったので、安心安全でとてもよかったと思います。
ちなみに、ガイドの縄田さんによると、コロナ後初の日本人だったそうです。

良かった点としては、
・プライベートだったので、
①スケジュールの融通が利く。
②泳ぎが得意でない子供たちにもしっかり目が届いて安心安全。
③コロナ対策もしっかりしていますが、それ以上に他の家族がいないので安心。
・湾に着いた時にイルカがジャンプしているのが見れたこと。
・子どもたちもきれいな魚が見れて満足していたこと。

出発地のホノウコウ・ハーバーからケアラケクア湾までは片道1時間、往復2時間ほどで海に入れたのは1時間ほどでしたが、子どもたちは十分満喫したようでしたし、ボートの風は気持ち良かったです。

乗り合いのボートと比べると多少値段は張りますが、プライベートではないとできないことができ、子どもたちにもとてもいい体験になったと思います。
それなりの4人以上の家族・グループ、特に比較的小さな子供のいる方にとっては、プライベートチャーターにする価値は十分あると思います。

  • 出発前に。ゴージャスな乗り心地でした。

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Packages: 3時間
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/11/02
Activity Date: 2022/07/31

Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

Two fantastic private cruises! Thank you Aloha Kona Tours!

Reviewed by: Jim Nicholl

We prefer private charters and snorkeling trips and Aloha Kona Tours did not disappoint. We had such a good time on our Sept 9th cruise we booked a night time Manta Ray cruise the very next day!

On our first cruise we got to see turtles and dolphins and actually got to snorkel with a 25 foot whale shark. It was outstanding! The Captain is excellent and the Crew is very friendly and knowledgeable! The Captain was accommodating to our request for our outing to make the trip very personalized.

On our second night Manta Ray cruise we enjoyed a stunning sunset cruise and tour of the city from the water. Then we snorkeled with the Manta Rays for about 30 minutes. They have all the gear and the Crew was so accommodating. Three of us got in the water and swam with the Rays and our fourth person was a little shy but the Crew made sure she got to see the Rays up close without leaving the boat.

Both trips were truly unforgettable and amazing! The boat is beautiful and comfortable.

Thanks Aloha Kona Tours,

Jim, Jodi, Debye and Larry

  • Here is the Whale Shark!

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Packages: 4-Hour Private Morning Snorkel Charter (up to 6 passengers)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/09/12
Activity Date: 2022/09/09

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Excellent! I will be in your care again. 最高!またお世話になります。

Reviewed by: Haru

It was amazing!
The service was excellent.
Their experience and knowledge were abundant, and I learned a lot.
I will definitely rely on them again next time.

最高でした!
サービス内容が素晴らしいです。
ご経験、知識も豊富で勉強にもなりました。
次もまたお世話になります。

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Packages: 4時間
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/08/27
Activity Date: 2022/08/07

6名限定!ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー<午前/英語ガイド/軽食付>

That's unfortunate. 残念

Reviewed by: kkk

I couldn't see any dolphins at all; in fact, I'm not sure if they were even included in the tour. We just ended up snorkeling for two hours.

イルカは全く見れなかった、むしろツアーに含まられていたか怪しい。
2時間シュノーケリングして終わりました。

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/08/08
Activity Date: 2022/08/06

Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters

A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts!

Reviewed by: Ricky McKinney

A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts. The privacy and attention to detail was unbelievable. The lunch lacked greens/salad that we thought would be included. Snorkeling was less than expected visually. Overall the adventure of a lifetime for a mature couple. A wonderful experience with outstanding hosts. The privacy and attention to detail was unbelievable. The lunch lacked greens/salad that we thought would be included. Snorkeling was less than expected visually. Overall the adventure of a lifetime for a mature couple.

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Packages: Shared Charter: Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Cruise with Lunch (4 hours)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/05
Activity Date: 2022/07/01

Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters

BEST Catamaran snorkeling sail!

Reviewed by: J Slayton

We did the No Wiki Kona LUXURY SAIL, dolphin watching, snorkeling. This was the best Catamaran snorkeling sail we've ever been on! (and we've done quite a few)
The captain and crew were knowledgeable, friendly and very attentive. They found us a fantastic snorkeling spot in a reef corner with LOTS of different fish and turtles and no other boats there at the same time. The breakfast and lunch was really great as well. I loved that they put cushioned chairs on the mesh canvas area up font so that you could sit so comfortably in the best spot on the boat! I would definitely do this again and highly recommend it

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Packages: Shared Charter: Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Cruise with Lunch (4 hours)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/30
Activity Date: 2022/06/18

Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Rafting Tour - Kona Ocean Experience

Amazing snorkeling adventure!

Reviewed by: Kevin H

This trip was a wonderful introduction to the great snorkeling in two of the bays on the west coast of Hawaii. Our guide provided all the gear we needed for the water. Our guide was friendly, patient, and knowledgeable about local sea life and the culture and history of the coast we explored. As a family, we were novices at snorkeling but our guide stepped us through getting into and out of the water and directed us to the best areas of the bays to explore. Right out of dock, a pod of spinner dolphins crossed in front of the boat! Flying fish appeared along our route and there were many species of fish and many black sea urchins in both bays. The snacks hit the spot and the cultural history of the bays and coastline were very interesting. After the excursion, we felt we were ready to set off on our own snorkling adventure!

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Packages: Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watching Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/06/19
Activity Date: 2022/06/17

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

Great Crew

Reviewed by: Robin

We had so much fun hanging out on board with the captain and his first mate. Interesting people with interesting stories. Great service and a beautiful boat!

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Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/04/06
Activity Date: 2022/04/04

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

Best yacht experience ever!

Reviewed by: Deja

Captain Cindy and Chelsea were so nice. It was my birthday and they made me feel so special. The drinks were flowing and they even provided a speaker for all of my friends and I to use. We had forgotten to get food and they had provided us an assortment of finger sandwiches to snack on. We watched the sunset and jumped off the boat. Honestly that experience was the highlight of my entire birthday trip in Hawaii. I will not hesitate to come back to them next time I am in Hawaii on the Big Island !

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Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/03/27
Activity Date: 2022/03/16

Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: The Desmond’s

Captain Cindy and Crew John were awesome! They made this the trip of a lifetime! They were informative, so very helpful, personable, and professional. We had a great time from the beginning to the end!

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Packages: Private Charter: Kealakekua Bay Snorkel (5 to 8 hours)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/03/24
Activity Date: 2022/03/22

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

A beautiful and relaxing cruise

Reviewed by: Debbie

Captain Kurt and Dave gave us a beautiful and relaxing cruise. This was something the whole family can do. We were hoping to see some whales but they were a little too shy this trip. We did have a great snorkel spot. Dave showed the best spots to see sea life. My 2 year old grandson got into the ocean for the first time. Captain Kurt was able to assist some of our family into and out of the ocean safely. Dave brought up a starfish and a sea anemone so my grandson could see and touch them before releasing them back into the ocean.

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Packages: Daytime Private Hourly Charter - Customize Your Itinerary
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/03/17
Activity Date: 2022/03/10

3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Dec-Feb]

Wonderful late season private whale watch

Reviewed by: B from Alabama

Private whale watch was well worth the trip premium. Professional team met our needs and delivered on multiple whale sightings even though it is late in the season. Saw wonderful beaches and learned so much about the Kona coast from knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend.

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Packages: Private Whale Watching Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/03/11
Activity Date: 2022/03/09

Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters

Great cruise!

Reviewed by: Jen B

Great crew, gorgeous day for a sail. Plenty of flying fish, dolphin sightings and even a few whales!

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Packages: 2-Hour Dolphin Watch & Kona Snorkel Private Charter (up to 6 passengers)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/23
Activity Date: 2020/11/08

Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki

Amazing!!! Best Hawaii experience yet!

Reviewed by: Bill

Best dinner cruise ever. It was magical! More than 5 stars!

Highly recommend. Capitan and crew were amazing!

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Packages: Private Charter: Sunset Sail Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/29
Activity Date: 2021/05/27

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>

Amazing! 最高!

Reviewed by: ぽんであやこ

I heard that you can see almost 100% of them, and I really did! However, dolphins are incredibly fast! Haha. It's obvious, but they are super quick, and I had a hard time taking pictures! So, I recommend using a GoPro or something to record videos and then cutting clips from those!

ほぼ100パーセント見れるとのことでしたが本当に見れました!ただイルカってすごく早い!笑。当たり前ですがめちゃくちゃ早くて写真とるの苦労しました!なのでgoproなどで動画とっといてその動画の切り出しの方がおすすめです!

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Packages: 送迎付きプラン
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/01/22
Activity Date: 2019/09/28

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Even beginners can enjoy it. 初心者でも楽しめます

Reviewed by: aaz

We participated as a mother-daughter duo with no snorkeling experience. My mother is in her 60s. Initially, we joined with the mindset that just seeing dolphins from the boat would be enough, but once we set off, we were encouraged by our guide to go into the water. My mother, who can hardly swim, used a float, but the guide skillfully led us, and she was incredibly moved to see the dolphins from the best spot. I was impressed by the professionalism of the guide. Not only was the encounter rate with dolphins high, but the guide also kept track of the participants' names and how much they were enjoying themselves, even while wearing snorkeling gear. This was amidst many other tours. It was truly amazing. Although it was more active than other tours, the love for dolphins from our guide shone through. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves dolphins.

シュノーケリング経験のない母娘で参加しました。母は60代です。
当初は船の上からイルカを観れるだけでもという気持ちで参加しましたが、いざ出発するとガイドの方の勢いに後押しされ海の中へ。ろくに泳げない母は浮を借りながらですが、ガイドさんがしっかりと誘導してくれたので一番の特等席でイルカを観られたと大変感動していました。ガイドさんのプロの仕事はこういうものか。と感銘を受けました。イルカとの遭遇率のみならず、シュノーケリングを着けた上からでもツアー参加者の名前と楽しめているかをしっかりと把握してくれます。他ツアーが沢山入り混じる中でです。本当に凄い。他のツアーよりもアクティブでしたが、イルカを愛するガイドさんの愛が伝わってきました。イルカ好きには何度でもおすすめ出来ます。

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Posted on: 2020/06/10
Activity Date: 2019/09/15

6名限定!ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー<午前/英語ガイド/軽食付>

I was able to spend a truly fulfilling time. 本当に充実した時間を過ごすことができました

Reviewed by: よよいの

In mid-February, I participated in this activity, fulfilling my long-time dream of swimming with wild dolphins. It was truly an amazing experience. The captain, a woman named Bambi, was very knowledgeable about the Hawaiian sea and the ecology of dolphins and whales. She provided excellent guidance on where to spot dolphins, when to jump into the water, and her hospitality on the boat was top-notch. I also appreciated that this activity had a small group size, which made it even better.

<Recommended Points>
1. All conversations with the captain on the boat are in English, but they have a Japanese desk available, so if anything comes up, you can communicate in Japanese. (There were times when I needed to contact them due to scheduling issues, and I was grateful for their assistance in Japanese.)
2. The small group size.
3. There are noodles (floating pool toys), so even if you're not confident in your swimming ability, you can feel secure.
4. They provide free rentals of masks, snorkels, fins, and wetsuits.

<Content of the Experience>
After gathering, we quickly boarded the boat and headed to the dolphin spotting point. Along the way, we received instructions on how to wait when dolphins are spotted and how to swim. When we finally saw dolphins, we didn’t jump in immediately; instead, we observed the dolphins and waited for the chance to get close. Sometimes, other tour boats would pass by, causing the dolphins to speed up or swim away, making it difficult to jump in. However, we patiently waited for the captain's instructions from the boat, and when we got the go-ahead, we jumped into the sea! After that, we enjoyed swimming alongside the dolphins. Luckily, we got to swim with dolphins early on, so we spent the remaining time searching for whales, snorkeling, and being guided along the coastline on our way back to the dock. (We were also treated to tropical fruits on the boat!)

The activity lasted about four hours, and I had more than enough experience; I was very satisfied.

<Personal Recommended Items to Bring>
1. Although the boat has a roof, it can be quite sunny, and it can get cold while moving, so I recommend bringing a light jacket.
2. I highly recommend bringing a “familiar” waterproof camera. Dolphins swim quickly, so if you hesitate, you might miss the shot. (Smartphone cameras can be risky to drop, and they may take time to start up or be difficult to see the screen.) Additionally, it’s a good idea to attach a floating accessory to your waterproof camera in case it slips from your hand.

<Cautions>
1. Dolphins are wild, so there’s a possibility you may not see them depending on the day. Let’s hope to see them!
2. You cannot touch the dolphins (to prevent them from getting sick). The dolphins will not come close to play; instead, you will swim alongside them. (Generally, you will need to use the noodles to swim. It’s best to inquire directly if you can dive.)
3. Activities other than dolphin swimming (like whale watching and snorkeling) may vary in duration depending on the time spent on dolphin swimming. (In any case, dolphins tend to disappear around 9:30 AM to sleep.)
4. Although it’s not part of Japanese culture, if you are satisfied with the activity, consider giving a tip.

<Comment>
I’ve explained a lot, but it was truly a fulfilling time, and I wanted to express my gratitude to Kona Ocean Experience for providing this experience. I hope they continue this activity for a long time. If you’re unsure which similar tour to choose from, I highly recommend participating in this one!

2月中旬にこのアクティビティに参加し、長年の夢であった野生のイルカと一緒に泳ぐ夢がかない、本当に素晴らしい体験をすることができました。
船長は女性のBambiさんは、ハワイの海とイルカやクジラの生態を熟知しておられる方で
イルカが見られるポイント、海へ飛び込むタイミングの指示、船上でのおもてなしが最高でした。本アクティビティは少人数制なのでそれも良かったと思います。

<おすすめポイント>
① 船上での船長との会話はすべて英語となりますが、日本語専用のデスクを設けておられるので何かあったときには日本語でやり取りしてもらえます。(スケジュールの関係で連絡をしないといけないことがありましたが、日本語でご対応いただき助かりました)
② 少人数制であること。
③ ヌードル(棒状の浮き輪)があるので、多少泳ぎに自身がなくても安心。
④ マスク、シュノーケル、フィン、ウェットスーツを無料で貸し出ししてもらえます。

<参加したときの内容>
集合後、早速船に乗りイルカが見えるポイントへ。道中にはイルカが見えた時の待機のしかた、泳ぎ方などのレクチャーがあります。
実際にイルカが見えたときには、すぐに飛び込まずイルカの様子を伺い、私たちとイルカが近づけるチャンスを待ちました。その際、他のツアーの船などが往来し、イルカの速度があがったり逃げてしまったりで なかなか飛び込むことができない場合がありますが、船上から船長の指示をじっと待ち、GOサインがでたらいざ海へ!!そのあとはイルカに近づいて並走を楽しみました。
運よく早々にイルカと泳ぐことを楽しめたので、残りの時間でクジラ探しやシュノーケリング、船着き場へ戻る途中で海岸沿いを船で案内してもらいました。(船上では南国フルーツのおもてなしもありました!)

アクティビティ開始から約4時間でしたが、十分すぎる体験をすることができ、大満足でした。

<個人的 おすすめ持参品>
① 船上は屋根はありますが、日差しがきつい場合と、船での移動中は寒いときがあるので軽く羽織れる服を持参すると良いと思います。
② “使い慣れた”防水カメラを持参することを激しくお勧めします。イルカの泳ぐ速度は早いので、もたついていると撮影できません。(スマホのカメラは落とす危険があることと、起動に時間がかかる場合や画面が見づらいもありますので、、) また、防水カメラへは手から離れてしまっても浮くアクセサリを付けていると良いと思います。

<注意点>
① イルカは野生なので、日にちによっては見ることができない可能性もあるそうです。会えることを祈りましょう。
② イルカへは触れません。(イルカが病気になってしまう可能性があるため) イルカ側から近寄ってきて一緒に遊んでくれるのではなく、泳いでいるところを一緒に泳がせてもらう感じでした。(基本、ヌードル必須で泳ぐことになると思います。潜水しても良いかどうかは直接お問合せいただいたほうが良いと思います。)
③ ドルフィンスイム以外(クジラ探しやシュノーケリング等)は、ドルフィンスイムにかける時間により、あったり短くなったりだと思います。(いずれにせよ、イルカは9時半ごろからは寝るために居なくなるそうです)
④  日本の文化には無いですが、アクティビティに満足されたらチップを渡しましょう。

<コメント>
長々と説明しましたが、本当に充実した時間だったので この経験をさせてくださったコナ・オーシャン・エクスペリエンスに感謝したく、
これからも長くこのアクティビティを続けてもらえればと思って書き込みさせてもらいました。似たようなツアーがたくさんあってどれにしようか迷っておられるかたは、是非参加してみてください!

  • 運よく、15頭くらいの群れに遭遇しました

  • こんなに近くを泳ぐことができました!

  • 自分が泳いでいる下をスッと追い抜いていきました

  • 余った時間でスノーケリングを楽しみました。

  • 海岸沿いのボートツアーも楽しかったです!

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6名限定!ハワイ島 野生のイルカウォッチング+ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリングツアー<午前/英語ガイド/軽食付>

I was able to see the dolphins clearly. イルカはしっかり見れました

Reviewed by: mog

The tour guide was frank and easy to talk to.

There is no towel rental, so you need to bring your own. It was still cold in January, and moving on the boat while wet with the wind made it extremely cold.

The tour itself was very good, but I felt it was a bit of a waste that I couldn't stay in the water for a long time because of the cold.

Also, since the explanations are in English, I thought it might not be suitable for those who are snorkeling for the first time.

ツアーガイドさんがフランクで話しやすかったです。

タオルの貸し出しはないため、持っていく必要があります。1月中はまだ寒く、濡れた状態で船で移動して風が当たるのでものすごく寒かったです。

ツアー自体はとてもよかったのですが、寒くて水中に長時間いることができず少しもったいなかったなと思いました。

また英語での説明になるので、はじめてのシュノーケリングの方は適さないと思いました。

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Thank you for leaving a comment, Mog.
Yes, even in Hawaii, January can be cold. I also feel the cold, so the chill in January can be tough.
Regarding the manta tour, one of our strengths is that you can see them very close to the harbor where the boats depart, so there's less time spent on the boat while wet. However, for the dolphin tour, we do move around to search for dolphins, and there is also some travel time for snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay, so you will be wet during that time. Thank you for sharing this helpful information for customers participating in January.
Please stay warm this winter.

Mog様、コメントを残していただき、ありがとうございます。
そうですね、いくらハワイと言え1月は寒いですよね。私も寒がりなので、1月の寒さは応えます。
マンタツアーに関しましては、弊社の強みの一つは、船が出入りするハーバーからすぐ近くで見られるので、濡れた状態で船に揺られる時間が少ないことですが、ドルフィンツアーに関しましては、イルカを探して移動しますし、またケアラケクア湾へのスノーケリングのため移動も少しあるので、その間濡れた状態になりますね。これから1月に参加されるお客様にとっては、知っておくと良い情報をこのように書いていただき、ありがとうございました。
この冬の間、どうぞ温かくしてお過ごしください。

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

I saw sea turtles, dolphins, and whales! 海亀イルカ鯨 全部見‼️

Reviewed by: もんもん

It was the best time ever.
Our guide was super excited!
Seeing sea turtles, dolphins, and whales was a miracle.
Thank you for the most wonderful honeymoon!

最高な一時でした。
ガイドさんも大興奮‼︎
海亀イルカ鯨を全部見出来たのは奇跡でした。
最幸な新婚旅行をありがとうございました‍♂️

  • 鯨‼️

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Activity Date: 2020/01/19

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>

The dolphin tour in Hawaii taught me a sense of liberation that I had never known before while in the ocean. ハワイの海の中で 今まで知らなかった解放感を教えてくれたイルカツアー

Reviewed by: navi

When it comes to Hawaii, I've seen so many dolphin tours on TV that I thought I wouldn't be too surprised, but it was completely different. It was incredibly fun and is definitely something you should experience! The guides, Daisuke, Rei, and Koichiro, not only gently pointed out the direction of the dolphins but also ensured that the person who stayed on the boat kept an eye on everyone in the water, allowing us to safely and comfortably swim close to the dolphins.

You can't say you've been to Hawaii if you don't do this!

ハワイ と言えば というくらい散々テレビで観ていたイルカツアーだから
そんなに驚愕しないと思って臨みましたが、 全く違います。
すごくすごーく楽しく 必ず体験すべきです!
ガイドのダイスケさん、レイさん、コウイチロウさんは イルカのいる方向を優しく教えてくれるだけでなく、船に残った一人が海面の全員への目配りを怠らず、安全に快適にイルカの動きを間近に見て泳げました。

やらずに過ごしては ハワイとは言えません!

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Activity Date: 2019/12/22

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>

Encounter rate of dolphins is extremely low!! 遭遇率激低のイルカ!!

Reviewed by: やっさ

I encountered a family of bottlenose dolphins, which are not commonly seen in Hawaii—only about once in twenty times! The guides took plenty of time to ensure everyone could definitely see them. I was with an elderly couple who didn’t have the stamina to swim, but the guide helped pull them along to see the dolphins. This is definitely a tour I want to repeat when I go back to Hawaii!

ハワイで通常見られるイルカではなく、20回に1回ぐらいしか見られないハンドウイルカの家族にあえました!!
全員が確実に見れるように時間もたっぷりかけてくれました。
泳ぐ体力がないご高齢の夫婦と一緒でしたが、ガイドの方が引っ張ってイルカを見せてあげていました。
またハワイに行ったら絶対にリピートしたいツアーです!

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Posted on: 2019/12/14
Activity Date: 2019/11/21

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>

I saw dolphins right in front of me! 目の前でイルカが見えました!

Reviewed by: あみるった

I thought I would only be able to see the dolphins from a distance, but I was able to see them quite closely! I appreciated that the guide positioned himself in places where the dolphins were likely to come. He was also a friendly person.

The dolphins swam quite fast, and I felt like I was swimming more than just leisurely snorkeling. (laughs) My husband and I were used to snorkeling and good swimmers, so we could keep up, but others who participated seemed quite exhausted. Well, it's to be expected since they are wild.

I was satisfied because meeting the dolphins was the main goal, but considering the price, I felt the time was a bit short, so I would rate it minus one star. We probably spent about 45 minutes in the water, and we wrapped up shortly after 10 AM.

I fully understand that we shouldn't have long interactions with wild dolphins, but if there are areas nearby with coral and fish, I think it would be appropriate to include snorkeling there for the price.

もっと遠くからしか見えないと思っていましたが、なかなかの距離でイルカちゃんが見えました!
ガイドさんがイルカちゃんが来そうなところに先回りしてくれるのが有り難かったです。ガイドさんも気さくな方でした。

イルカちゃんは泳ぐのが結構早く、ゆっくりシュノーケリングというよりは随分水泳させられた気はします。笑
私達夫婦はシュノーケリングに慣れていたのと、泳ぐのも得意だったのでついていけましたが、一緒に参加されていた方は相当疲労困憊していました。。
野生なので、仕方ないですけどね。。

イルカちゃんに会うのが目的だったので満足していますが、お値段を考えると時間が短かったかな〜と思いマイナス1です。たぶん潜ったのは45分くらいかな?午前10時すぎには解散となりました。

野生イルカに長い時間接触すべきではないというのは重々理解していますが、近隣にサンゴやお魚がいるようなところがあれば、そこでのシュノーケリングもできると、お値段に相応かなと思いました。

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Activity Date: 2019/10/02

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 able to swim close to wild dolphins! 野生のイルカと間近で泳げました!

Reviewed by: Yuta

We participated as a pair. On the day of the event, we were guided by Daisuke and Ray.

We had four tries and were able to see many more dolphins than we expected, with some coming just a few meters away, which was truly moving! My companion couldn't swim, but they lent us a flotation device and helped pull us to a spot where we could see the dolphins, showing great care. Thanks to them, my companion was able to snorkel for the first time during this trip, and we are very grateful. Although my companion was initially scared, they felt reassured and able to participate thanks to the support from both of them. We would love to join again!

2名で参加しました。当日はDaisukeさん、Rayさんに案内していただきました。
計4回のトライで期待以上に沢山のイルカに会え、数メートル先に来てくれるイルカもおり、感動しました!
連れが泳げなかったのですが、浮棒を貸してくださり、イルカの見えるポイントに引っ張って連れて行ってくれたりと気にかけていただき今回の旅を通して唯一シュノーケリングすることができ大変感謝しています。最初は怖かったそうですが、お二人のサポートに安心して参加できたそうです。また参加したいです!

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