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 |
Reviewed by: Paul Miller
Great trip. Our captain Liam, aka sweet onion, and Shay were the perfect host. They were funny, informative, helpful and the perfect host. Went to 2 great snorkeling spots, sea caves and saw dolphins. They also provided a great lunch and snacks. Definitely recommend this company.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/14 |
Reviewed by: April from Dallas Tx
I really enjoyed my experience. It’s not just snorkeling but they had paddle boats, water tube, a mat that allowed you to lay out in the ocean. The lunch cruise had grilled hornet burgers with soft buns. The drinks were tasty! Crew was friendly but very strict when it came to the rules, however, everyone made it back home safely. Great experience with my family!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/10 |
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 |
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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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/15 |
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!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/16 |
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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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/22 |
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♂️
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/19 |
Reviewed by: たつや
My wife and I participated together. It was a nice day with some waves, but both of us suffered from severe seasickness. While we were snorkeling in the water, it was fine, but once we got back on the boat, the seasickness returned, and we both struggled until we returned to port. That said, the crew's performance and the tour itself were completely fine. The low rating is simply due to our own physical condition. The meeting place was at the beautiful port in Kona, which was also convenient for sightseeing.
妻と二人で参加しました。天気の良い日で波も多少でしたが、自分と妻の両方とも酷い船酔いに苦しみました。シュノーケリングで海の中にいるときは良いのですが船に上がると船酔いが再発して帰港まで二人して苦しみました。とはいえクルーの皆様の働きぶりやツアーそのものは全く問題ないものです。評価が低いのは単純に自分達の体調の問題からの経験です。集合場所は観光にも便利なコナの港でとても綺麗でした。
Thank you for using VELTRA.
I understand that you experienced seasickness; how have you been feeling since then?
However, I am glad to hear that you were satisfied with the crew and the tour.
We hope you will use VELTRA for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度はVELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
船酔いされたとのことですが、その後体調はいかがでしたでしょうか。
しかしながらクルーやツアーにはご満足いただけたようでうれしく思います。
次回のご旅行もVELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/23 |
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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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/22 |
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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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/21 |
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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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/02 |
Reviewed by: 埼玉のオカメ
We moved to the meeting point by rental car. There was no parking, so we had to park on the street. We were the only Japanese people there, and there seemed to be many elderly white people. I had heard there were two snorkeling points, but there was only one at Captain Cook, which was a bit disappointing. The staff were energetic and cheerful, and since the explanations were only in English, I couldn't understand anything, but they were very kind and friendly, which made me feel completely at ease. I didn't have high expectations for the meal since it was on the boat (sorry), but it turned out to be very delicious. The hamburgers had unlimited toppings, so I piled on as much as I wanted without hesitation. There were drinks available, but they were just okay. On the way back, we encountered a family of whales, and they kindly stopped the boat so we could observe them closely.
レンタカーで集合場所まで移動。駐車場がないので路駐になりました。日本人は私達だけ。白人のお年寄りが多い印象でした。2か所と聞いていたシュノーケルポイントはキャプテンクック1か所だけで、少し物足りなかったです。スタッフさんは元気で明るく、説明は英語だけでしたから全く理解はできませんでしたがとても優しくフレンドリーで感じが良くて、不安になることは一つもありませんでした。食事は船上ということもあり期待をしていなかったのですが(ごめんなさい)、これがとても美味しかった。ハンバーガーは自分で好きなだけトッピングできたので遠慮なくたくさん乗せました。飲み物はありますがいまいち。帰りにクジラの家族に遭遇し、わざわざ船を止めてくれたのでゆっくり見学できました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/05 |
Reviewed by: h.i
A one-hour cruise to the snorkeling point. If you get seasick, be sure to take precautions! The food, location, and the crew's coolness were all top-notch! We even got to meet dolphins at the end! If you're going snorkeling, I think it's better to go to beaches like Honaunau or Kahalu'u.
シュノーケリングポイントまで1時間のクルージング。船酔いする方は必ず対策を!
食事、ロケーション、クルーのカッコ良さは最高!
最後にイルカとも会えた!
シュノーケリングだったら、ホナウナウ、カハルウ等のビーチに行った方が良いと思う。
Thank you for using our company, VELTRA.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the snorkeling tour.
We hope you had a great time encountering the dolphins.
We would be delighted if you choose VELTRA for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度は弊社VELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
シュノーケリングツアーをお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思っております。
イルカにも遭遇できたとのこと、お楽しみいただけたでしょうか。
次回のご旅行もVELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/29 |
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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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/24 |
Reviewed by: TDD
The waves were really strong, and I got seasick. It's a shame I couldn't swim with the dolphins even though I encountered them. It was great that I could get on the boat with a wheelchair. I wasn't sure where the barbecue lunch was held.
波が凄く酔ってしまいました
イルカと遭遇できたのに一緒に泳げなかったのが残念でした。車椅子でも船に乗る事が出来たのは良かったです。バーベキューランチは何処で行って頂けていたのか?分かりませんでした。
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| Packages: | 割引特典付き!通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/22 |
Reviewed by: ちゃぱぱね
I was so excited for my first tour swimming with dolphins! However, I’m not a great swimmer and hadn’t swum in about ten years, so I was a bit nervous wondering if I would be okay. But there was absolutely no problem at all.
Lucky for us, a large pod of dolphins came by multiple times, and I lost count of how many dives we did. Interestingly, no other boats were out that day, so it felt like we had Aloha Tours all to ourselves.
When we got really close to the dolphins, they didn’t seem to avoid us at all and showed such curious expressions; they were so cute! I was moved by the sight of dolphins playing with each other, a mother and her baby swimming together, their adorable sounds, and the beautiful bubbles created by their breathing sparkling through the curtain of light. It was a wonderful experience to be in such a beautiful, mysterious world, and the time spent with them became a cherished memory.
Also, Daisuke's bubble ring diving performance was amazing; he looked just like a dolphin! Lei was always cracking jokes, which kept the atmosphere lively and made it so much fun! Thank you so much for allowing us to meet the dolphins!!
初めてイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーにワクワク!しかし泳ぎは得意じゃないし、もう10年位は泳いでいなかったので(いきなり大丈夫か?)とドキドキでしたが全く問題なかったです。
ラッキーなことに何度もイルカの大群がやって来て何度ダイブしたか分からなくなる程でした。またこの日は何故か他の船が一隻も出港しておらず、アロハツアーズ貸切状態でした。
イルカ達と大接近した時も私達を避ける様子もなく、興味ありげな表情を見せてとても可愛かったです。イルカ同士がじゃれ合っている様子や親子で泳ぐ姿、可愛い鳴き声、そしてイルカの呼吸でできた美しい泡が、光のカーテンの中をキラキラと流れていく光景に感動しました。美しい神秘の世界にお邪魔させて頂き、共に過ごせた一時が幸せでとても良い思い出になりました。
また、ダイスケさんのバブルリング潜りのパフォーマンスも素晴らしく、まるでイルカのようでしたヨ!レイさんもジョークを飛ばして船上では常に盛り上がりとても楽しかったです!イルカちゃん達に会わせて頂き、本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Posted on: | 2019/11/24 |
Reviewed by: イルカだいすき
I participated in a dolphin tour with a friend for the first time. I have joined one in Oahu before, but the water here was even clearer than in Oahu! We saw dolphins multiple times! My friend looked tired from desperately chasing after the dolphins, but they had a great time. The port was very close to the hotel we were staying at, so it was easy to get there and we were able to make good use of our time.
イルカツアー初めての友達と参加しました。わたしはオアフ島でも参加したことがありますが、オアフよりさらに水がクリア! イルカも何度も見れました! 必死にイルカを追っていくので友達は疲れた様子でしたが、とても楽しんでいました。
泊まっていたホテルからすぐの港だったので移動に手間がかからず時間をうまく使えました
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| Posted on: | 2019/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/21 |
Reviewed by: ポニョ
In the morning, a handsome guide took us to a spot where dolphins gather. From the boat, we could see the dolphins jumping, and the excitement was high. Once we entered the water, guided by the handsome guide, we were able to swim right next to the dolphins, which was an incredible experience! The dolphins came back multiple times, so we swam until we were exhausted. Advanced swimmers were diving down to take photos.
There were many boats on the water, but once you’re in the sea, the crowd isn’t too bothersome. There are no shower facilities, but if you go to the boat's washing area, you can rinse off the seawater along with the boat (laughs). There’s a spacious restroom, so you wear your swimsuit on the way there and change back in the restroom on the way back. If you’re prone to motion sickness, it’s best to take some medication in advance, as the boat can be quite rocky, and some people seemed to struggle with it.
午前中にイルカが集まるスポットに、イケメンガイド君が連れて行ってくれます。
ボートの上からもジャンプするイルカたちが見えて、盛り上がりは上々です。
海に入ると、イケメンガイド君の誘導で、こんなに近くにというくらい真横をキープ。水面近くを一緒に泳ぎ、感動!!! しかもイルカは何度もやってくるので、こちらも体力限界まで泳ぎました。上級者の方々は潜って写真を撮っていました。
海上には多くのボートが集まっていましたが、海に入ってしまえば人の多さはさほど気になりません。
シャワー設備はありませんが、ボートの洗い場へ同行すれば、ボートと一緒に海水を落とすことはできます(笑) 広いトイレがあるので、往きは水着着用、帰りはトイレで着替えます。
車酔いする方は、予め酔い止めを飲んだほうがよいです。ボートが結構揺れるので、かなり辛そうな方がいました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Tera
Before departing the port, we had a great start by seeing a large sea turtle up close. As we left the port and the guide began explaining the points where we could see dolphins, we encountered a pod of dolphins in less than a minute. After that, we continued to watch them in the water. The guide's explanations were clear and helpful. It was said that we were quite lucky this time. I took motion sickness medication to avoid getting seasick, and I was fully prepared, but there was no time to feel sick. However, I was quite exhausted afterward. Since they mentioned that seeing wild dolphins can depend on luck, it’s not guaranteed that every trip will be as enjoyable as this one, but I was very satisfied.
出港して港を出る前に大きなウミガメを間近で見れて幸先の良いスタート。港を出て、これからイルカのみれるポイントに・・と説明が始まった途端にイルカの群れに遭遇、1分もかかってなかったです。それから、ずっと海の中でみ続けてました。ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすくて良かったです。今回はかなり運が良かったとの事です。船酔いしない様に酔い止めの薬も飲んでバッチリ準備したのに、酔う暇もありませんでした。ただ、終わってからどっと疲れが。野生のイルカなので、運、不運があるとの事でしたので、いつも今回の様に楽しめるとは限らないそうですが、大変満足しました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: norie4948
Captain Daisuke and instructor Rei were both kind, and thanks to them, I was really able to swim with dolphins up close! I made precious memories. Thank you!
キャプテンのダイスケさん、インストラクターのレイさん、お二人とも親切で、お二人のおかげで本当に近くでイルカと泳ぐ事ができました!
大切な思い出ができました。ありがとうございます!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: mii
I was able to meet a lot of dolphins and swim quite close to them! The snorkeling spot with the coral is beautiful, although there are other seas that are even prettier, but I got to see various kinds of fish, which was lovely.
However, since everything is in English, you need to have a certain level of understanding; otherwise, you might not grasp the safety instructions, which could put the dolphins at risk or endanger yourself, so be careful!
I also got to go on other sightseeing tours!
たくさんのイルカ達に会えて結構近くで一緒に泳ぐ事が出来ました!サンゴのシュノーケルの場所は、ここより綺麗な他の海もあるけど、でもいろんな種類のお魚達に会えてキレイでした。
ただ、本当英語なのである程度理解できないと注意事項が理解できないのでイルカを危険にさらしたり、自分が危険になったりするので要注意です!
ほかにも観光に連れてってもらえましたよー!
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| Posted on: | 2019/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/02 |
Reviewed by: ちぃ〜
I wanted to swim with dolphins, so I participated with my husband. Since my husband, who is Canadian, doesn't speak much Japanese, I signed up for a tour with a Japanese guide. Daisuke-san was very helpful as he also provided explanations in English. Rei-kun and Daisuke-san worked perfectly together, and we were able to encounter dolphins right away in a location close to the marina, seeing many dolphins, which made us very satisfied. I regret not being able to capture the experience on my smartphone, and I wish I had booked a GoPro instead. It was a tour I would love to join again. Thank you very much!
イルカと泳ぎたいねぇという事で主人と一緒に参加させて頂きました。
日本語があまり話せないカナダ人の主人に日本語ガイドで申し込んだのですが、ダイスケさんが英語での説明もしてくださり非常に助かりました。
レイくん、ダイスケさんの連携がバッチリで、マリーナから近い場所で、イルカと直ぐに遭遇できたうえに沢山のイルカを見れて大満足です。
せっかくベストな状態を提供して頂いてイルカが見れたのにスマホに残せてない為、Goプロを予約しておけば良かったとかなり後悔してます。また、参加したいと思ったツアーでした。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: みゅう
I had only experienced snorkeling twice before, but I decided to join based on the words on the website saying "Japanese guides provide solid support." They first checked to see if anyone was not confident in swimming and paid attention to us, but with a large group, it was clear that even two guides couldn't provide complete support. However, they explained how the wetsuits work to reassure us and quickly handed out floatation devices, doing their best to support us. Thanks to that, I managed to swim without a floatation device on my second dive. In fact, I could swim faster without it! Fortunately, we encountered dolphins right away. Instead of swimming alongside them, we positioned ourselves ahead of their path and waited for them to swim below us, which was an amazing experience. I think we floated in the sea for nearly an hour, but it felt like no time at all while chasing the dolphins. I would love to participate again.
シュノーケリングは2回しか経験がなかったですが「日本語ガイドがしっかりサポート」というHPの言葉を信じて参加してみました。
最初に泳ぎが苦手な人の確認をして気を配ってくれますが、人数が多いとさすがにガイドさん2人では手が足りなくなるので完全サポートとまではいきません。
でも、ウエットスーツの仕組みを説明して安心させてくれたり、浮き棒をすぐに渡してくれたりできる限りのサポートをしてくれます。
おかげで2回目のダイブからは浮き棒無しでもなんとか泳げました。というか、ない方が早く泳げる!
肝心のイルカは運が良く、すぐに出会えました。
イルカの横を泳ぐ訳ではなく、イルカの進路に先回りしてイルカが下を泳ぐのを待っている感じでしたが、同じ場所を泳いでる感動がありました。
おそらく1時間近く海を漂ってたと思いますが、イルカを追っていてあっという間でした。
また参加してしたいです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/23 |
Reviewed by: かおり
I encountered over 30 wild dolphins while snorkeling. I had plenty of time for snorkeling, which allowed for a valuable experience, and swimming among the pod of dolphins was amazing.
野生のイルカシュノーケリング、30頭以上のイルカと遭遇しました。
シュノーケリングの時間もたくさんとって頂いて貴重な体験ができ、イルカの群れの中で泳ぐ事もできて最高でした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/18 |
Reviewed by: PONヨメ
If you come to the Big Island, you definitely want to go on the dolphin snorkeling tour.
I had heard that it's not easy to see them up close these days, but they searched until we found them, and I was able to go snorkeling three times!
Thank you, Aki and Jesse! I want to come back again!!!
ハワイ島に来たら、是非行きたかったイルカシュノーケリングツアー。
最近はなかなか近くで見られないと事前に伺ってましたが、
見られるまで探していただき、3度のシュノーケリングをすることが出来ました!
アキさん、ジェシー
ありがとうございました。また伺いたいです!!!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: さばお
I was able to swim with many dolphins. According to the guide, there are days when you can only see a few, so I think I was lucky. However, I believe it was thanks to the guide's efforts in finding the right spots to see the dolphins. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.
沢山のイルカと泳ぐ事ができました。
ガイドさん曰く、数頭しか会えない日もあるとの事で、運が良かったのだと思います。
でも、イルカに会えるポイントをしっかり探して下さったお陰だと思います。
とても良い思い出になりました。有難うございます。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: ちえみん
I had no experience with snorkeling, but I was taught how to swim. Additionally, the instructor pulled me along to where the dolphins were swimming. I'm really grateful for that.
シュノーケリングの経験も無かったのですが、泳ぎ方から教えてもらいました。また、インストラクターの方がイルカが泳いでいるところまで、引っ張って連れて泳いでくれました。本当に感謝です。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: mirai
In the past, when I participated in a tour to swim with wild dolphins in Japan, they didn't come very close to me, but this time, dolphins came right in front of me!! Within about three minutes of departure, dolphins were swimming next to the boat. We quickly arrived at the pod and were able to swim with many dolphins. I was truly moved to see so many dolphins swimming right in front of me!! The guide also mentioned that we were lucky today, and we were able to enjoy snorkeling without moving around too much in the boat! At one point, Daisuke was swimming with the dolphins too, and he dove in so quickly, it was like he was a dolphin! I made sure to engrave the experience in my memory, but I later thought it would have been great to rent a GoPro to look back on it. The weather was also favorable, making it a wonderful memory. This tour allows you to arrive at the spot before other tour boats, so you can be the first to swim with the dolphins! Since it finishes in the morning, I was able to join the Mauna Kea tour in the afternoon, making for a fulfilling day. Next time, I want to participate again with a GoPro rental!
過去に一度日本で野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加した時は、
あまり近づいてくれませんでしたが、今回は目の前にイルカがきてくれました!!
出発してから3分も経たないくらいで、ボート横にイルカが泳いでいました。
すぐに群れのところに到着し、たくさんのイルカと一緒に泳ぐことができました。目の前でたくさんのイルカが泳いでいるのを見れて、本当に感動しました!!
ガイドさんも今日はラッキーと仰っていましたが、あまりボートで移動することなく、シュノーケリングを楽しむことができました!
途中だいすけさんも一緒にイルカと泳いでいましたが、あっという間に潜っていてまるでイルカのようでした!
しっかり目に焼き付けましたが、後から見返せるようにGoProレンタルをすればよかったなと思いました。
天候にも恵まれ、良い思い出になりました。
このツアーでは、他のツアーの船が来る前に、ポイントに到着できるので、一番乗りでイルカと泳ぐことができるそうです!
午前中で終わるので、午後からはマウナケアツアーに参加でき、充実した1日になりました。
次回はGoProレンタルでまた参加したいです!
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| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Sapphire
On the day of the tour, it seemed that the previous group had a hard time finding the dolphins and returned late. This meant that the tour was dedicated to ensuring we would meet the dolphins. In fact, our captain was determined to find them for us. About an hour after leaving the port, we spotted the dolphins! I could only do a flutter kick, but our guide, Aki, held my hand and encouraged me, saying, "Look down! Relax!" while we snorkeled. I was able to see a pod of dolphins up close! Of course, it’s different from seeing them in an aquarium! We continued to dive three more times while chasing the pod of dolphins. The captain made sure that all participants got to see and enjoy the dolphins. His dedication to ensuring everyone was satisfied was incredible! The only regret I have is that I participated without cash, so I couldn’t give a tip. I truly regret that. Thank you to Captain Noda and Aki, who guided me to see the dolphins! Aki is very knowledgeable about coffee. On the way back to the port, we stopped by a coffee shop, and the Kona coffee was truly delicious and not sour at all! This was also a wonderful experience from participating in the tour.
当日、前の時間帯のグループがイルカになかなか会えず戻ってくるのが遅れているようでした。…ということは、イルカに会えるまでがんばってくれるツアーということ。実際、私たちのグループにも船長が執念でイルカを探してくれました。港を出て一時間ほどで目指すイルカたちが!私はバタ足しか出来ません。が、ガイドのアキさんが手を引いてくれて、「下を見て!力を抜いて!」と激励されながら、シュノーケリング。しっかりとイルカの群れを見ました!当然ですが、水族館で見るのとは違います!その後もイルカの群れを追いかけながらさらに三回ほど潜水。参加者全員がしっかりとイルカに会い満喫するまで船を走らせてくれました。全員が満足を感じるようにという執念?がハンパじゃありません!心残りは、現金を持たずに参加したのでチップをお渡しできなかったこと。ほんとうにそれがめちゃくちゃ心残りです。船長の縄田さん、手を引いてイルカに会わせてくれたアキさん、ありがとうございました!アキさんは、コーヒーにめちゃくちゃ詳しいです。港に向かう途中でコーヒー屋さんに寄ってもらいましたが、ほんとうに美味しいコナのコーヒーは酸っぱくない!これもこのツアー参加の素敵な体験です。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
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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。