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Big Island
Kona sunsets are awesome, definitely our favorite. We loved that we got a night to just take it in while enjoying the ocean and awesome eats
My family had a wonderful experience! we saw plnety of rays even my wife and son from the boat.
I was able to experience my dream submarine. I felt excited as we dove down. I wish it were a bit cheaper.
あこがれの潜水艦を体験することができました。潜っていくときはワクワクしました。もう少し安ければよいのですが。
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Everything was perfect! The boat is virtually brand new and is spotless! The crew was amazingly friendly and competent. We were traveling with 3 generations of our family, ranging from 3 to 72 and everyone raved about how this was one of the best adventures any of us had ever experienced! You will not regret booking an adventure on the Spirit of Aloha!!!
The Captain and Crew were amazing and informative. It was such a Great Time. Would so go Again!! A Perfect Evening for it.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Sail. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the service and information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to watch the sunset while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend one of yours with us and that you'd consider joining us onboard another time.
Mahalo and A Hui
P.S. Thanks for posting that beautiful photo too!
On the way to the manta snorkeling point, while riding the boat and enjoying the beautiful sunset, we were able to see two whales and many sharks. I heard that sharks can only be seen about twice a year.
During snorkeling, the large mantas came so close that it felt like they were almost going to bump into us, which was very impressive!
The staff were all very kind, and having a Japanese guide on board made us feel secure. After the tour, they even sent us the videos taken with the GoPro for free. I highly recommend this tour!
マンタのシュノーケリングポイントに行く途中、美しい夕焼けを見ながら船に乗っていると、二匹のクジラ、そしてたくさんのサメを見ることができまさした。
サメは年に2回ほどしか見ることができないそうです。
シュノーケリングでは大きなマンタが何枚もぶつかりそうになるほど近い距離まで来てくれて、とても迫力がありました！
スタッフの皆さまもとても親切で、日本人ガイドさんも乗船して下さったので安心でした。
終了後にGoProで撮影した動画も無料で送って下さいました。
本当におすすめのツアーです！
If you are prone to motion sickness, it's better to take anti-nausea medication before going. Also, they checked if you were wearing a shark repellent ring, so if you have one, please do not wear it w
酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んで行ったほうが良いです。
また、サメよけリングを着けていないか確認されたので、持っている方は着けないで参加して下さい。
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Great experience and insight into Waipi'o. I have hiked it many times but never went back into the valley--well worth it, especially given the circumstances. I am glad our driver has had an authentic experience with the valley; that made a big difference.
This tour was exactly what we were looking for...all details taken care of. All we had to do was get ourselves to the Kona Airprt. Our tour guide, Moana, met us at the airport in Honolulu and explained every step of the way...where and when to meet her for the next stop. All of the memorials were so special and we felt such gratitude to these soldiers who risked and gave their lives for us. The USS Missouri was especially impressive to us for its enormity and how she continues to serve our country as a representative of the great battleships that protected our country.
We especially recommend the tour if you are on another island, as they make your flight plans.
Waipio Valley was such a gorgeous find - rich with history and a unique ecological place. Highly recommend! We loved our tour guide, Seanery - so personable and knowledgeable! We were fortunate to have a smaller group in the van, which was a huge plus. :)
The road down is bumpy, but most seniors could probably handle since you mostly stay in the car.
I heard the sound of a whale for the first time. Thanks to the captain's accurate comments and the great energy of the passengers, it was a fun atmosphere, and the hour and a half flew by in no time.
クジラの鳴き声を始めて聞きました。船長さんの的確なコメントと乗客のノリの良さが相まって楽しい雰囲気の中、あっという間の1時間半でした。
マハロ -- 私たちを選んでいただき光栄です！
Mahalo -- we're honored you chose to join us!
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Guides were great
Dolphins are clearly very well taken care of and lived
100% awesome
This was one of my favorite things we have done on the big island the guide was fun and extremely informative this is a must do for anyone visiting.
As we left the shoreline, the captain noticed several whales breaching in the distance. He asked if we wanted to go past the reef to see it and we all said yes, of course. We spent most of the 30 minutes whale watching from a distance. On our return trip, the crew still found time to pass over the reef and explain several interesting details not only about the reef but the animals the call it home. It was a great time and the crew did a great job!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your experiences aboard the Glass Bottom Boat. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got a chance to see the Humpbacks too!
We know there are a lot of activity providers to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to join us onboard.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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。
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.
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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Loooooved it! We didnt wanna get off the boat n the crew was awesome with my kids!!!!
My husband and I and our two kids (ages 8 & 6) rode in the 4-seater and it was great fun! Driving through the mud was slippery and exciting and while we all got a bit muddy and wet the UTV protects you from most of the splash. Our favourite bit was swimming in the waterfall. There were life vests for the kids which made it easy not to worry about them. The water was cold but really refreshing and beautiful. The guides were great and helped us out of a few jams after we fishtailed off the track!
Bring a change of clothes and change of shoes for after! Putting wet socks back on is the worst.
I couldn't see any dolphins, whales, or turtles, not even a shadow or a hint of their presence, and I felt no motivation to search for them. The first snorkeling spot had hardly any fish, yet we were made to swim there for a long time. The second snorkeling spot was really great, but I got cold and tired from the first spot, so I ended up spending less time at the second one, which was disappointing. The hot dog for lunch had a sickly red sausage that was surprisingly bad, and I couldn't eat it. It was the worst hot dog I've ever had; I always thought you couldn't make a hot dog taste bad no matter how you prepared it, so I was shocked. There were no pineapples. The boat was simpler than I expected and rocked a lot, making it uncomfortable to ride. I thought the quality for this price was terrible.
イルカもクジラもカメも影も形もみえず、気配さえ感じられず、なんとか探そうという気概も感じられず。一回目のシュノーケルスポットはたいして魚もいないのに長時間泳がされて、2回目のシュノーケルスポットはとてもよかったのに、一回目のシュノーケルスポットで冷えて疲れて2回目の方が短時間になってしまい物足りなかった。ランチのホットドッグが気持ち悪い赤い色のソーセージで、びっくりするほどまずく、食べられなかった。こんなにまずいホットドックはうまれて初めて、ホットドックなんてどう作ってもまずくはならないと思っていたので衝撃だった。パイナップルはなかった。船も思っていたより簡易的で揺れて乗り心地が悪かった。この値段でこの内容はひどすぎると思いました。
Dear Snorkeling Lover,
Thank you very much for participating in the Dolphin Watching & Double Snorkel tour on the Big Island the other day. We sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations despite your visit.
We have communicated your feedback to the local crew and confirmed the situation on the day of the tour. Regarding the dolphin encounters, unfortunately, there were no dolphins spotted in the bay preferred by them near the harbor, so we moved to the first snorkeling point. Since there were no sightings reported by other tour boats afterward, we proceeded to the next point. While the Big Island is rich in wildlife, we hope you understand that there are times when encounters may not occur.
As for the snorkeling points, we selected locations considering the sea conditions and weather on the day to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, but we regret that we could not meet your expectations. Additionally, the hot dogs provided for lunch are a local favorite made with paprika coloring, prepared as a Hawaiian local food. Unfortunately, we were unable to provide pineapple as it was sold out that day. We apologize for the crew not being able to adequately explain and apologize regarding lunch during the tour. We believe that if we could have communicated more information during the tour, you would have enjoyed it more.
We apologize again for not being able to alleviate your concerns due to the absence of a Japanese-speaking crew member. If you participate again in the future, please feel free to request Japanese support, and we will arrange for a Japanese crew member.
We will strive to provide a tour that meets your satisfaction once again. Once again, we apologize for not meeting your expectations this time.
シュノーケリング大好き様。 先日は、ハワイ島ドルフィンウォッチング&ダブルシュノーケルのツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。この度は、せっかくお越しいただいたにもかかわらず、ご期待に添えなかったことを心よりお詫び申し上げます。 いただいたご指摘を現地クルーに伝え、当日の状況を確認いたしました。まず、イルカの遭遇に関してですが、ハーバー近くのイルカの好む湾において、当日はイルカが見られず、最初のシュノーケルポイントに移動いたしました。その後も他のツアーボートからの目撃情報がなかったため、次のポイントに移動いたしました。ハワイ島は野生生物が豊富ですが、出会えない場合があることをご理解いただければ幸いです。 シュノーケルポイントについては、当日の海況や天候を考慮し、安全に楽しんでいただける場所を選びましたが、期待に添えなかったことを残念に思います。また、ランチで提供したホットドッグはパプリカの色素を使った地元の人気商品で、ハワイのローカルフードとしてご用意しております。 パイナップルについては、当日売り切れのためご用意できなかったとの事でした。ランチに関してツアー中にクルーがしっかりとご説明とお詫びができず、申し訳ございませんでした。お客様にツアー中に情報をお伝えできれば、より楽しんでいただけたのではと考えております。日本語を話せるクルーが不在であったため、ご不安を解消することができなかったことを重ねてお詫びします。 次回ご参加いただける際には、日本語対応のリクエストをいただければ、日本人クルーの調整を行いますので、ぜひお気軽にお知らせください。お客様に再度ご満足いただけるツアーを提供できるよう、努めてまいります。 改めて、この度はご期待に添えなかったことをお詫び申し上げます。
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I participated in an English-only tour because the Japanese-speaking reservations were fully booked. The experience itself was impressive, as there are many similar tours in the area, and manta rays regularly approached us. The staff was also very accommodating. However, the time spent floating in the sea was quite long, and it can be tough if you don't have the stamina to hold onto the float. My wife had to retire midway. There were no unnecessary services, so it was relatively inexpensive, and it might be a good option for those looking for this kind of experience.
日本語対応の予約がいっぱいだっだので、英語オンリーのツアーに参加しました。
体験自体は周辺にたくさんの同じようなツアーがあるため、マンタが定期的に近づいてきますので迫力がありました。スタッフも対応が良かったです。
ただ、結構海に浮かんでいる時間が長いのと、浮き輪に捕まっている体力が無いと厳しいです。嫁さんは途中でリタイヤしました。
余計なサービスもないので比較的安価でしたし、このような内容を希望する人はいいかもしれません。
The boat is small, so it sways quite a bit. For those who are prone to motion sickness, taking anti-nausea medication is a must. Since all explanations and instructions are in English, I think those w
船が小さいので、結構揺れます。船酔いに弱い人は酔い止め必須です。
説明や指示が全て英語なので、英語が出来ない人は避けたほうがいいと思います。
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Since I stayed at Waikoloa Village, I decided to book Dolphin Quest. The prices were high due to the weak yen, but I thought the experience for my child was priceless, so I made the reservation. The group was divided into two, with one team that understood English and another that did not. The team that didn't understand English had four Japanese and one Indian. Later, you can purchase photos for download.
ワイコロアビレッジに宿泊したため、せっかくなのでドルフィンクエストを予約しました。
円安だし値段は高かったけど、子供の経験はプライスレスだと思い予約。
グループを2つに分けられて、英語がわかるチームと分からないチームに分けられました。
英語わからない方は日本人4.インド系1でした。
後日ダウンロードの写真購入ができます。
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3 manta rays out, so scary but so beautiful! a memory our kids will get to have forever!
Great day, we got lucky to get to see the current ruption! What a perfect experience.
Kevin was fantastic! He gave us wonderful instruction and tips for the tandem kayak.
He also gave us amazing information on the island and ocean. Kevin provided all equipment and even water.
We had the best time snorkeling, cliff jumping and kayaking along the coast. We loved the sea cave stop.
Highly recommend- thanks Kevin :)
The Big Island sunset is stuck in our brain, we wish to be back on the gorgeous Kona waters!
Thank you for joining us! We are glad that our gorgeous island left such a lovely impression!
This is my third manta tour, and each one has been different. This time, I felt the most at ease. Having support from Japanese staff was really helpful. The moment the manta appeared was truly breathtaking. However, it was quite cold during this season, and the return trip to the port was chilly, so those planning to go should prepare accordingly.
マンタツアーは3回目ですがそれぞれちがうツアーで今回が一番安心できました
日本人のサポートがあるのは本当に助かります
マンタの出てくるポイントも本当にまじかに 現れ 感動の瞬間でした
ただ 時期的に寒く 港に着くまでの帰路は寒かったので行かれる方はそれなりの準備をしてくださいね
Aloha Ketsuko. Thank you for participating in Manta University. Seeing wild mantas up close is magical and truly an unforgettable experience! We are also glad to hear your comments about the Japanese guide. We appreciate the valuable information you shared regarding the seasonal temperature experience. If you have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again, please come back to re-enroll in Dolphin School. All of us on the crew sincerely look forward to seeing you again. Mahalo nui and A hui hou!
アロハ けっつこ様。マンタ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。間近で見る野生のマンタは幻想的であり、忘れられない感動体験になりますよね! 日本語ガイドに関するコメントも嬉しく思います。また、時期的な体感温度に関する有益な情報を発信していただき感謝いたします。またハワイにいらっしゃる機会には、ぜひ、イルカの学校へ再入学しに来てくださいね。けっつこ様とまたお会いできますよう、クルー一同心よりお待ちしております。Mahalo nui and A hui hou!
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Brett was an excellent tour guide. Funny engaging and informative. It is a long day as the island is rather large. Greenwell Farms (coffee farm) was our first stop. Excellent coffee! Brett explained the growing and harvesting process, followed by tasting and souvenir purchases. Then on to the Punalu'u sweetbread bakery for treats. I lived the Lilikoi flavored pastry. Nice gift shop also. Next stop was Punalu'u black sand beach with a bonus sleeping turtle. Quick provided tasty lunch at a shady state park. Next into Volcano National Park. Brett has fantastic volcano pics. Kilauea was steeming and erupted hours later. Traveled down a large lava tube, very cool. Huge old lava fields. Next on to Rainbow falls and majestic Akaka falls on the East side of the island. On the North end, we visited Waipi'o lookout for sunset. It was along day, but excellent. Strongly recommend. Brett made the trip very enjoyable.
It is a long day, lots to see.
Small group experience with a great guide! He was very informative and wanted us to understand about the area! Would recommend this to newcomers!
Exceptional experience!!!! AAA+++!!!! Highly recommended, we loved it!!
Book early
It was unfortunately a cloudy day, but thanks to the cheerful crew, my spirits were lifted. Even with my limited English, they understood me and responded kindly. The sea was cold, but it was beautiful and became an unforgettable memory.
あいにくの曇り空でしたが、陽気なクルーのおかげでテンションがあがりました。私のつたない英語でも、理解してくれて、優しく対応してもらいました。
海は冷たかったけど、美しくて忘れられない思い出になりました。、
You can really feel that you've come abroad when there are no Japanese passengers. I recommend it for those who can enjoy that experience.
乗客に日本人がいなくて、海外に来たー！って実感できます。それが楽しめる方にはお勧めです。
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Right after we set off, we spotted a pod of dolphins near the exit from the port. They even showed us some jumps. The snorkeling point seemed to be beginner-friendly since there were children, but the waves were quite rough, and there were only a few types of fish, so it wasn't a very impressive experience. As a result, some participants got seasick, and although it was a tour that included lunch, when I mentioned that I couldn't eat, nothing was provided, and the tour ended. I wasn't able to ask because my English isn't very good, but I wish they had at least asked if I wanted to take something back.
出発してすぐ、港からの出口付近にイルカの群れを発見。ジャンプも見せてくれました。シュノーケルは子供も居たので初心者向けのポイントだった様ですが、結構波が荒く、魚も数種類で感動体験とはいきませんでした。結果参加者は船酔いしてしまい、昼食付きのツアーでしたが今は食べられなそうと言ったら何も提供されないままツアー終了。英語が不慣れな事もあり聞けませんでしたが、せめて持ち帰るか？など聞いて欲しかったです。
I wouldn't particularly recommend snorkeling. You might enjoy a dolphin and whale watching cruise more.
シュノーケルは余りオススメ出来ない。イルカ、クジラのウォッチングクルーズの方が楽しめるかもしれません。
Aloha, Yuzu. Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Watch & Double Snorkel by Dolphin University on the Big Island. We were glad to encounter a pod of dolphins and see them jump! We also appreciate you sharing your dolphin photos. However, we apologize that the snorkeling did not meet your expectations due to rough sea conditions. We will share your feedback regarding lunch with our staff to improve our services in the future. We sincerely look forward to your next participation. Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
アロハ、Yuzuさま。ハワイ島ドルフィンウォッチ&ダブルシュノーケルbyイルカ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。イルカの群れに遭遇しジャンプを見せてくれて良かったです!! またイルカの写真を共有していただき感謝いたします。しかしながら、シュノーケルは海が荒れていたようであり、Yuzuさまの期待に応えることができず申し訳ございませんでした。ランチに関してはYuzuさまのご指摘をスタッフと共有し、今後のサービス向上に繋げさせていただきたいと存じます。Yuzuさまのまたのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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Waipi'o Valley looks very different from above compared to when you actually descend into it. Once you step onto the land, you can feel as if you are in the village from the movie Moana. The guide was very friendly and explained the plants and flowers during the tour. The scent of the vanilla flower that was picked and handed to me lingers in my nose.
ワイピオ渓谷は上から眺めるのと、実際に降りるのとでは、大きくイメージが異なります。
その地に降り立つと、映画：モアナ の村はこんな感じだったのかと、感じることができるでしょう。
ガイドさんはとてもフレンドリーで、ツアー中に草木や花の説明をしてくれます。
摘んで渡してくれたバニラの花の匂いが、鼻の奥に残っています。
I recommend watching the movie "Moana" in advance. I watched it on the plane on my way back and thought, "Ah, I was in this world."
映画：モアナ を事前に見ておくことをお勧めします。
自分は帰りの飛行機の中でみて、あぁ、この世界に行ったのだなぁと思いました。
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