All Reviews for Toddler-Friendly (Ages 2-4)

This is my second time here, but unfortunately, it started to rain. I had high hopes for the show. I was disappointed by the rain. It would be necessary to prepare a large tent (like at a festival in Germany).

これも2度目ですが、あいにく雨が降って来てしまいました
ショーを期待していた気持ちは大でした。
あの雨にはガッカリしました。大きなテントを準備する（ドイツの
お祭りのように）とかの必要あり。

Captain Jeff was great. We were a group of 13 including 4 kids. Very safe boat. Saw lots of turtles. Very informative. A must do!

We enjoyed this trip. It is only approximately 30 minutes. We were able to see a fair amount of fish and other sea creatures including turtles. The guide was very knowledgeable. However, we seemed to ask the questions or not sure if they would have shared much. That in my opinion should be improved upon.

At first, we searched for dolphins by boat but couldn't find any. After that, we moved by car and soon encountered a large pod of dolphins just off the bay! We saw dolphins swimming and jumping, sometimes so close that it felt like we could touch them, and we returned home completely satisfied. The guides were all very cheerful and friendly, and we are very grateful for their experience and judgment. Thank you for the precious memories with my family.

最初は船でイルカを探して見つからず、その後車で移動して、湾から泳いですぐのところで、大量のイルカの群れに会えました！
回遊するイルカやジャンプするイルカを見て、時には触れられそうなほど近くで泳いだり、大満足で帰ってきました。
ガイドさん達はみなさんとても明るくフレンドリーで、その経験と判断にとても感謝です。
家族の貴重な思い出をありがとうございました。

First of all, surfing was fun. However, there was a lack of confirmation. I interpreted "meeting at the location" to mean gathering at the office, as it mentioned to meet at the office. So, I was surprised when they said, "Okay, come here!" after finishing the payment and fitting the rental gear. I thought they would take us from the surf shop to the ocean. In the end, my mother came to pick me up with a rental car, but I accidentally got a parking ticket where I parked. There was a free parking lot right nearby, but I wasn't informed about that. It was disappointing, especially since I enjoyed surfing.

まずはサーフィンは楽しかったです。が、確認不足がありました。
現地集合の意味です。
まずオフィスに集合とありますので、オフィスが現地集合の場所と解釈しておりました。
なので、支払いが終わりレンタル品のサイズ合わせが終わり、じゃあここにきてね！と言われた時にはびっくりしました。
サーフショップから海へは連れて行ってもらえると思っていましたから。
結局、母にレンタカーで迎えにきてもらい送迎してもらいましたが、うっかり停めた場所で駐車違反をとられました。
すぐそばに無料の駐車場もあったのに、そういう事は教えてもらえなかったです。
サーフィンは楽しかっただけに残念でした。

Food was great...nice variety. Small cast did an excellent job with a demanding variety of dances from wide variety of island cultures. We enjoyed it a lot!

It felt more Tahitian than Hawaiian, but since everyone was enjoying themselves, let's not nitpick. I was expecting a bit more variety in the food, so I was a little disappointed.

ハワイアンと言うよりも タヒチアンかなって 感じでしたが、
皆楽しんでいたから 細かなことは言うのはやめましょう。
料理はもう少し種類があるかなと思っていましたので 少々期待はずれ。

The boat was comfortable. Although we didn't see any whales, I think they did their best to find them. The crew also took pictures with us and worked hard to make the cruise enjoyable. In the end, we stopped at a point where we could see dolphins, and we were able to cruise alongside many dolphins. We didn't see any whales, but it was a satisfying tour.

船上は快適でした。
クジラには会えませんでしたが、頑張って探してくれていたと思います。
クルーの方も、一緒に写真を撮ってくれたり、クルーズ自体を楽しませようと頑張ってくれました。
最後はイルカに会えるポイントに寄ってくれて、たくさんのイルカと並んでクルーズできました。クジラは見れませんでしたが、満足できるツアーでした。

I participated alone, and when I looked around, I was the only Japanese person there. I boarded the boat thinking it was a sightseeing cruise, and the view from the ship, including Kailua and the mountain ridges in the background, was incredibly beautiful. The boat went all the way to the cape in search of dolphins in Kailua Bay, then made a U-turn while the captain diligently searched for dolphins. It was worth it, as suddenly 6 to 10 dolphins appeared and swam around the boat for a few minutes. I was very excited to see wild dolphins up close. It took about 30 minutes to reach the snorkeling point, where we had about 2 hours for snorkeling and lunch. After that, we cruised around Kailua Bay in search of dolphins. I can't speak English, but the crew was very kind and friendly, providing explanations in Japanese.

一人で参加しました、周りを見ると日本人は私一人でした、私は観光船のつもりで乗船しましたので船上からの景色、カイルワ、その後方の山稜線はとっても美しい景色でした、船はイルカを求めてカイルワ湾を？岬の先まで行きUターンをして蛇行しながら船長が一生懸命イルカを探していましたそのかいがあり、突然イルカ6～10頭現れ船の周りを数分遊泳していました、野生のイルカを間近で見れ大変興奮しました、シュノーケルポイントまでは３０分程度、ポイントでは2時間程度のシュノーケルと昼食の時間が有りました、その後カイルワ湾をイルカを求めてのクルージングでした、私は英語は話せませんが乗組員が大変親切（日本語の説明書で解説等）フレンドリーでした。

I was very satisfied with the authentic cuisine and dance. It was wonderful to watch the show while listening to the sound of the waves at the seaside venue.

本場の料理とダンスで大変満足しました。海辺の会場で波の音を聞きながら、ショーを見られたのはとても素敵でした。

The kids had fun. However, next day they wanted to try on their own and could not time the waves. I would add a focus on teaching the kids when to start peddling. But average it was good for the first timers.

My son was so thrilled so he decided to do it again. And he did

We all had a great time. My kids mentioned that it was a good ending to our trip with food and activities.

I rode in a helicopter for the first time. The day before, when I arrived at Hilo Airport, I went to Lobby 2 to reconfirm my reservation and check in, where I was able to complete part of the check-in process, including a weight measurement. On the day of the flight, after about ten minutes of instruction, we headed to the helipad. The staff were polite and efficient. I thought I might get motion sickness, but the pilot was skilled, and it was very comfortable. It was indeed cold up in the air, and combined with the wind, there was a bit of light rain, so a jacket is essential. However, I was amazed to see the heat from the crater and the gently undulating red lava, wondering how easily one can feel nature like this! The English instructions were clear and explained point by point, and since we all wore headsets, we could chat together. I think it’s great that if you experience it as a group, those who understood can share in Japanese. At first, I was nervous in many ways, but I felt like I could experience the nature of the Big Island of Hawaii, seeing Hilo city from above and confirming the traces of lava flows from various eras all at once, which you can't feel from the ground.

初めてヘリコプターに乗りました。前日、ヒロ空港に着くと同時に、予約の再確認とチェックイン場所確認でロビー２に行きましたが、そこで体重測定等一部チェックインできました。当日は１０分ぐらいのインストラクションの後、ヘリポートへ。スタッフも丁寧で、手際が良かったです。乗り物酔いするかと思いましたが、操縦が上手なのかとても快適でした。上空はやはり寒く、風と相まって小雨も混じってきたので、上着は必須です。しかし、火口の熱気や、タプタプ波打つ赤いlavaが見られて、こんなに簡単に自然を感じられるものか！？と感動しました。英語は丁寧にポイントごとに説明してくれて、ヘッドセットをつけていて全員でおしゃべりできるので、グループで体験すれば意味わかった人が日本語で話すことでみんなで共有出来て良いと思います。最初はいろんな意味で緊張しましたが、ヒロの街を一望出来て、いろいろな年代の溶岩の流れた跡を一目で確認できて、地上からは感じられないハワイ島の自然を体感できたような気がします。

First luau, got lei welcome photos taken at front. Of course photos cost to buy them. Bought VIP seating. Worth it for the view of show, attention by waiters to bring more drinks and dessert.
Would definitely recommend

This was the best cruise of my life till now. Food was excellent. Hospitality was above the par. The staff was so friendly. Drinks and juices are nice. Music and narration was very clear and soothing!

We enjoyed the trip thoroughly!

I wasn't able to sleep on the flight there, so I couldn't help but feel sleepy during the second half of the show, but the powerful fire dance woke me up. The food was also delicious.

行きの飛行機の中で寝ていなかったので、ショーの後半眠くて仕方がなかったのですが、迫力あるファイヤーダンスで目が覚めました。
料理も美味しかったです。

Really enjoyed the Luau. Food was great. Entertainment was very good.
Recommend leaving early to go as there were delays due to road construction.(but not their issue)

Since we were in Hawaii, I decided to let my middle school son and college daughter take their first surfing lesson. We went to the registration office, which was very close to our hotel, received some basic instructions, borrowed rash guards and sea socks, and then headed to the beach as directed. It was a group lesson, but there were no other participants besides my kids, so it turned into a private lesson. We spent about an hour in the water getting instruction, and the waves were just right for beginners. It was a perfect amount of time that left the kids feeling pleasantly tired, and we all enjoyed it just enough.

せっかくのハワイなので、中学生の息子と大学生の娘に初めてサーフィンレッスンを受けさせてみました。ホテルからすぐ近くの受付所に行き、簡単な指導を受け、ラッシュガードとシーソックスをかり、案内された通り自分で現地に向かいました。グループレッスンでしたが、自分の子供たち以外に参加者がおらず、実質のプライベートレッスンとなりました。海に出て１時間位指導してもらいましたが、初心者にちょうど良い波で、かつちょうど疲れるくらいで終了し、参加した子供たちも見ている我々も、ほどいい感じで楽しめました。

We participated as a family of three with our son who just turned 7! The guide took great care of our son, and we were able to see a large group of dolphins and even manta rays up close! For our son, who loves the ocean and marine life, it was a precious experience that he will never forget. It was a wonderful time where we could truly experience the deep charm of the Big Island of Hawaii. Thank you very much!

7歳になったばかりの息子と、家族3人で参加しました！ガイドの方に、息子を手厚くフォローして頂き、イルカの大群やマンタまで、間近で見ることができました！海や生き物が大好きな息子にとって、生涯忘れられない貴重な体験ができました。ハワイ島の奥深い魅力を体感できた素晴らしい時間でした。本当にありがとうございございました。

Daisuke really loves dolphins, and that came across clearly. When I saw Daisuke swimming with the dolphins, he looked just like one of them (laughs). I have some snorkeling experience, but I was anxious in deep water where I couldn't touch the bottom. Daisuke was incredibly considerate, holding my hand at times and guiding me to the best positions. Thanks to him, I encountered many dolphins. When I was focused on looking ahead, he would quickly let me know if there were dolphins behind us, so I didn't miss anything! He was more persistent than other tour boats.

Even for someone like me who isn't great with speed, the veteran captain's driving was reassuring, and I didn't feel scared at all. I recommend this company's tour to those who might be a bit nervous.

だいすけさんは、本当にイルカが好きなんだなぁって、伝わって来ました。だいすけさんがイルカと泳いでいる姿は、イルカに見えましたもん（笑）シュノーケルの経験はありますが、足のつかないところは不安な私に気遣い120%で、所々手を引いてベストポジションに連れて行っていただきました。お陰様で、たくさんのイルカに遭遇出来ました。前ばかり向いていると後ろにいたりするのですが、後ろにいるよ〜〜とか、すかさず教えてくれるので、見逃しません！他ツアーの船よりも粘ってくれます。
スピードが苦手な私でも、ベテランキャプテンの運転は安心感があって、ちっとも怖くなかったです。ビビリの方にもこの会社のツアーをお勧めします。

My 9:30 reservation was canceled due to a flight cancellation, and when I changed it to 10:30, that flight was also canceled... I was asked if it was okay to change to 14:30, but I could only go on a short course, so I reluctantly said yes! The flight wasn't as scary as I thought, which was good, but... they circled around to show us the red spots of the volcano, and I got motion sickness (T ^ T). The seat behind me had no door, so it was windy and cold... It really depends on the weather...

9:30の予約がフライトキャンセル、
10:30に変更もフライトキャンセル、、、
14:30に変更でショートのコースしか行けないがいいか？と聞かれ、しょーがなくイエス！
フライトは思ったよりは怖くなくて良かったが、、、火山の赤いところを見せてくれる為にぐるぐる回ってくれたのが酔った(T ^ T)
後ろの席がドア無し選択してたので風ビュービューで寒いし、、、
天気次第ですね、、、

I was so moved by my experience swimming with dolphins on Oahu that I made it my number one goal to participate on the Big Island as well. There were so many different types of dolphins, and they seemed to swim more freely and naturally than the ones on Oahu! The number of dolphins was incomparable!

With Captain Hitomi and guide Daisuke as a fantastic duo, the journey was enjoyable and I felt safe throughout. I was able to go into the ocean multiple times and swim with the dolphins! I will definitely participate again when I come back to the Big Island!

オアフ島でドルフィンスイムを経験した感動から、ハワイ島でも1番の目的で参加しましたが、イルカの種類もたくさん、オアフ島のイルカよりものびのび、ナチュラルに楽しそうに泳いでくれるイルカに感動でした！！
オアフ島とは比べものにならない群の数でした！
キャプテンひとみさんとガイドのダイスケさんの名コンビで道中も楽しく、安心して過ごせ、また何回も海に入らせて頂きイルカと泳がせてもらうことができました！！
またハワイ島に来たら必ず参加します！

The boat is smaller than those of other companies, but that allows for more freedom in trying things out, which seems to increase the chances of encounters. Above all, I think it's wonderful that the captain and guides wholeheartedly support us in having "fun encounters"! Thank you so much for connecting us with the dolphins!

船は他の会社より小さいですが、その分自由なトライが出来て遭遇率アップになるようです。何よりキャプテンはじめガイドが、私達への｢楽しい出逢いのサポート｣を全力でしてくれるハートが素敵だと思います！イルカさんと私達を繫いでくれて、本当にありがとうございました！

With Daisuke's guidance, who even has a photo book of dolphins, we were able to see many wild dolphins. Since it's a morning tour, you can make good use of the afternoon as well.

イルカの写真集まで出されているダイスケさんのガイドで、たくさんの野生のイルカを見ることができました。
午前中のツアーなので、午後も有効に使えます。

It wasn't very large, but since it was a catamaran, there was little rocking. A woman was talking about the history of Hawaii, but I could hardly understand... The meal was a buffet with chicken, pork, beef, salads, Thai fried rice, potatoes, etc. It was enjoyable because I could choose both the variety and the amount myself.

大きくはないが双胴船でしたので揺れは少なかったです。
ハワイの歴史を女性が話してくれてましたが・・・
ほぼ分からず・・食事はバイキング形式でチキン、ポーク、ビーフ
の肉類とサラダ、タイ米のチャーハンポテトetc.
種類も量も自分で選べるので楽でした。

Unfortunately, the height of the waves affected our entire family, and even the motion sickness medication barely worked, so we spent most of the time lying down. We were able to see dolphins and managed to experience snorkeling, but the intense rocking created some memorable moments in a way, haha. This time we traveled in late February, but next time, if the weather is milder, I would like to participate again.

あいにくの波の高さに家族総出でやられてしまいまして、酔い止めすらほぼ効かず、ほぼ横になっている状態で終始過ごしました。
イルカも見ることが出来ましたし、シュノーケルもなんとか経験出来ましたが、あまりの揺れのためにある意味いい思い出が刻み込まれましたw
ただ今回は2月下旬の渡航でしたが、次回は気候の穏やかな時期であれば再度参加したいと、思います。

The guide was wonderful. It seemed like they knew everything about dolphins, and I was able to swim with many dolphins. In the second half, I got seasick, so I couldn't focus on the dolphins, but I'm glad I participated. I'm grateful to the guide.

ガイドさんがすばらしかったです。
イルカのことを知り尽くしているみたいで、たくさんのイルカと泳ぐことが出来ました。
後半は酔ってしまって、イルカどころではなかったけど、参加して良かったです。
ガイドさんに感謝です。

It was guided by Daisuke! I was able to see a pod of dolphins, sea turtles, and rare creatures like hammerhead sharks up close, which provided a unique and invaluable experience. If I have the chance to go again, I would love to do it once more.

大輔さんのガイドでした！
イルカの群れを初めとしてウミガメ、イタチザメなど珍しい生き物を間近で見ることができて、今までにない貴重な経験と時間を体験することが出来ました。
また行くことがあったらもう一度行きたいです

At first, I wasn't used to snorkeling or swimming, and I made a lot of splashing sounds, which limited my visibility, making it difficult to see the pod of dolphins swimming by. Once I got the hang of it, I was finally able to see the dolphins pass by, and it was an emotional experience. The key is to enter the water quietly, just float (don't swim), and look around curiously underwater.

最初はシュノーケリングや泳ぐことになれず、
バシャバシャと水音を立て、視野もせまく
泳いでやって来ているイルカの群れをなかなか見る事ができませんでした。
慣れてきたころ、ようやくイルカの群れが通り過ぎていくのを見ることができ、感動しました。
入水は静かに、浮かんでればよい（泳がない）、水中キョロキョロ見回すことがポイントです。