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

It was a very enjoyable submarine tour! I was thrilled to see a pod of dolphins. I was able to observe marine life up close, just like scuba diving. The boarding point was close to Kona and very convenient from our hotel. I would love to participate again.

とても楽しい潜水艦ツアーでした！イルカの群れも見ることができ、とても興奮しました。
スキューバダイビングのように近くで海の生物を鑑賞できました。
乗り場はコナから近く、私達のホテルからもほんとに近くで便利でした。
また参加したいです。

It was an experience unlike any other! I was able to see a lot of fish, and the coral reef was very beautiful.

I also bought some photos. They are perfect for memories with my friends and bring back the emotions from that time.

I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful sea of Hawaii on this tour!

ほかでは味わえない体験でした！たくさんの魚を見ることができ、さんご礁はとてもきれいでした。

写真も買いました。友達との思い出にぴったりで、あのときの感動が蘇ります。

このツアーでハワイの美しい海を堪能できました！

It's a tour that the whole family can enjoy. I had a great time, and the kids seemed to be having a lot of fun as well. I'm glad I participated in this tour.

家族で楽しめるツアーです。私も楽しめましたし、子供達もとても楽しんでる様子でした。
このツアーに参加してよかったです。

This was the most wonderful tour of my trip! I was able to fully enjoy my two-week journey. I believe this tour is enjoyable for everyone, from children to older adults like us.

今回の旅行で一番すばらしいツアーでした！2週間の旅行を満喫することができました。
このツアーは子供から私達のようなお年寄りでも楽しめるツアーだと思います。

This was my first time on the Big Island. I was unsure which tour to choose, but I knew I couldn't miss out on the ocean! So, I signed up for the Fair Wind Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Cruise.

Since I had rented a car, I went to check out the parking lot the day before. There's a parking lot less than 100 meters away (although there were quite a few people parking on the street). I felt reassured and ready to participate on the day of the tour.

After checking in, it was time to board! Breakfast was provided, including bagels and fruit. There was also water and juice available, so you can fill up before enjoying the experience. They have fins and floatation devices, so even those who aren't confident swimmers can enjoy themselves. There are staff members who speak Japanese, so there's no need to worry about communication.

Under the sea, I encountered many fish, including yellow ones (I believe they were called Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa) and eels. As I started to feel tired, a wonderful smell wafted from the boat. You can return to the boat at any time, and you can also go for a swim, so I think it's best to enjoy at your own pace.

Definitely make the most of it!

ハワイ島は初めて。
どのツアーに申し込もうかと悩みましたが、やはり海ははずせない！！のでハワイ島ケアラケクア湾　シュノーケリングクルーズ by フェアウィンド号に申し込みました。

レンタカーを借りていたので、前日現地の駐車場の下見に行きました。１００メートルも離れていない所に駐車場があります。（路駐の人もおおかったけど）当日安心して参加しました。
チェックインを済ませ、いざ乗船！！
ベーグルやフルーツ等の朝食が用意されています。水やジュースもありますのでしっかり腹ごしらえをしてから楽しめます。フィンや浮き輪などがあるので、泳ぎの苦手な方でも安心して楽しめます。日本語の話せるスタッフの方がいるのでこちらも心配しなくても大丈夫です。
海の中には、黄色い魚（確か、フヌフヌヌクヌクアプアア）やうつぼなど等、沢山の魚に出会えます。
疲れてきた頃、良い匂いにが船からしてくるのです。
いつでも船に戻れますし、泳ぎにも行けますのでご自分のペースで楽しまれると良いと思います。


是非、満喫してください。

The sunset cruise we took was awesome. They have excelled my expectation on every aspects: the boat, crew, food, entertainment, etc. The cruise ended with the beautiful Hawaiian sunset over the vast Pacific Ocean. We even got to see a pod of dolphins as a bonus. I'll recommend this to anyone who is looking for a nice all-around sunset cruise. Mahalo!

Was one of the best luaus we have ever attended. The only thing I would change is they did not have the dancers take pictures with guests after the show. Every other luau we have been to, has done this.

Wonderful family activitiy! We had a blast. Bob, our guide was informative and entertaining. We got to see a side of Hawaii that is well preserved. Swimming and playing in the natural waterfall was very memorable.

On July 2nd, The historical sunset cruise we took was fabulous right until the end but we were very disappointed that the captain elected to dock five minutes too soon. A fantastic sunset was in the making and if we had slowed down five minutes we would have been treated to a terrific sky. Everyone with a camera was out on deck with cameras ready, and we just pulled right in to dock watching the sun slip behind the island instead of over the water where it would have been had we stayed out five more minutes. I know for certain many others were unhappy with this handling of time. Why we had to dock so quickly is a mystery to me.

It was fun, and the snorkeling was great, but it does take a lot of upper arm strength.

It was a fun experience. We got to see lots of different fish. Taking pictures is hard though because fish and boat moving, and hard to see when developed because of glass.

Since I came to Hawaii, I wanted to experience the essence of Hawaii, so I chose a luau show.

I drove there with a rental car. The parking fee was only $5 after getting a stamp at the luau reception.
Before the show started, there were various experience corners like a coconut breaking demonstration, leaf crafting, and practicing with fire dance batons.

I even chatted with some Americans sitting next to me in broken English...

Ah, it was a moment when I really felt like I was in a foreign country! I felt like I was in Hawaii! ♪

ハワイに来たからには、ハワイらしさを感じたくてルアウショーを選びました。

ﾚﾝﾀｶｰで現地まで行きました。駐車場はﾙｱｳ受付でﾊﾝｺを押してもらって、５ドルですみました。
ｼｮｰが始まる前には、ｺｺﾅｯﾂの解体ｼｮｰみたいなのとか、葉っぱのｸﾗﾌﾄ作りとか、ﾌｧｲｱｰﾀﾞﾝｽのﾊﾞﾄﾝを回す練習とか色々体験ｺｰﾅｰなどもありました。

たまたま隣の席に座ったアメリカ人の方たちとも、カタコトな英語でお話したり･･･

あ~外国にきた！ハワイに来た！って思えた時間でした♪

Our family did the Afternoon cruise and it was fantastic! There was something for everyone...snorkeling, slides, high dives. The food was great, the staff was attentive and friendly and we truly enjoy the afternoon! What a great cruise for families! Thanks.

Paradise Helicopters is an excellent company and I would highly recommend the Fire and Falls tour out of Hilo. For three of the four of us, this was our first time in a helicopter and it was amazing. Our pilot Dylan was fantastic and gave us a personal guided tour which was great because the whole ride was very interactive. Definitely the best way to see the Volcano and Water Falls!

THIS WAS A BLAST!!! THE BOAT WAS PERFECTLY SUITED FOR SNORKELING AND THE FOOD WAS GREAT. THE STAFF WAS VERY HELPFUL AND OFFERED GREAT TIPS TO A FIRST TIMER LIKE ME. IF I COULD AFFORD IT, WE WOULD HAVE BOOKED A SECOND TRIP. BUT OVERALL THE SNORKEL TRIP WAS ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE ACTIVITIES WE SCHEDULED ON THE TRIP.

We booked with the Fair Winds because one of us doesn't swiim and they made it possible for us both to share this amazing experience. Outstanding crew
support!!! It was sad to see so few fish but the coral beds were lovely. Well worth doing!!

This was a very fun activity. The food and activities were great!

The "doors off" was everything I had expected.....spectacular!!! Combine this with Jacks Volcano House Landing and you have a fantastic adventure. Jack Thompson met us and was a very cordial tour guide of the devastation that has occured arround his house. The pilot was an obvious experienced professional. The flight was smooth and not "white knuckle" at all. My wife was even pleasantly surprised, and she hates to fly!!!

I love snorkeling and have had experiences swimming with dolphins at Hanauma Bay, Sharks Cove, and Electric Beach in Hawaii, but snorkeling with the manta rays was exceptional. Instead of actively snorkeling, you just float and watch the manta rays gather around you, and they come really close. It seems they are attracted by the light. This was quite an exhilarating tour.
The meeting point is easy to find according to the map, so I encourage you to participate. I will include a photo of the path to the meeting point taken during the day. Just aim for the Sheraton, and you won't go wrong.

スノーケル好きでこれまでハワイでハナウマ湾やシャークスコーブ、エレクトリックビーチでイルカと泳いだり経験してきましたが、このマンタとのスノーケルは格別でした。スノーケルするというより、ただ浮いていてそこに集まるマンタを見るのですが、すごい近くまで寄ってきます。光によってくるようです。これはかなり刺激的なツアーでした。
　現地集合ですが、集合場所も地図どおりでまようことなく行けるので参加してみてください。明るいうちに撮影した集合場所の道を掲載します。シェラトンを目指せば間違いありません。

Kealakekua Bay. This is the place where the monument for Captain Cook, who first discovered Hawaii, is located. The boat hardly rocked, the meals provided were delicious, and the sea had outstanding clarity. I'm glad I participated.

ケアラケクア湾。ハワイを最初に発見したキャプテンクックの記念碑がある場所です。船はほとんど揺れることがなく、提供される食事もおいしく、海は抜群の透明度です。参加してよかったです。

I decided to participate in this luau show because it is conveniently held in the center of Kailua-Kona. Check-in is at 5:00 PM, and there is also an ABC Store in the center of Kona, which is not uncommon in Oahu, so I included some shopping as well. I arrived early and watched what seemed to be a local student canoe team's practice before heading to the venue.

I have participated in luau shows several times in Waikiki, but what I think is great about this luau show is that it takes place in nature. It features Tahitian dance, Hawaiian hula, Fiji dance, Samoan dance, and fire dance—there's a little bit of everything. I believe it offers good cost performance as well.

このルアウショーはカイルアコナの中心地で開催されており便利だな~と思い参加しました。１７：００にチェックインですが、ここコナの中心地にはオアフでは珍しくないＡＢＣストアもあり、買出し含め参加しました。早めに到着し、地元の学生？のカヌーチームの練習などを見た後、会場へ。
　ルアウショーはワイキキで何度か参加しているのですが、このルアウショーのいいところは、自然の中で繰り広げらるところじゃないかと思います。タヒチアンダンス、ハワイアンフラ、フィジーダンスとサモアンなダンスそしてファイアーダンスなんでもござれです。コストパファーマンスも良いショーだと思います。

I think this is an experience you can only have on the Big Island. The night snorkeling tour with manta rays was incredible. The water temperature at night in May is about 25-26°C, but it can be a bit chilly. We were able to see manta rays that were 2 to 3 meters in size. Since I was staying at the Sheraton Keauhou Hotel, it was really convenient to walk to the tour company.

こんな体験はビックアイランドでしか味わえないと思います。マンタ レイ（オニイトマキ エイ）と泳ぐ夜のスノーケリング ツアー。夜の水温は5月で摂氏で約25,6℃なのだそうですがちょっと夜は寒いです。マンタは2~3メートルの大きさのものが見ることができました。シェラトンケアウホウホテルに宿泊していたのでツアー会社にも徒歩で行くことができ本当に良かったです。

The sight of a large manta ray, about 3 meters in size, gracefully swimming at my feet was an indescribable experience. If you're interested in this opportunity, you should definitely go for it. I only encountered one manta, but it felt quite friendly and adorable, swimming around my feet multiple times, which was amazing. However, during the first 20 minutes in the water, it didn't appear, and I got quite cold. By the time I returned to the boat, I was shivering, and the car ride back had the heater on full blast. A thick jacket is necessary.

I also wanted to note a few things:
1) The voucher stated, "Please arrive by 5:30 PM, 10 minutes early." When I arrived just after 5 PM, the staff told me it was too early. There were people arriving at 6:30 PM as well. The start time might change due to sunset or other factors. So, I went shopping at the nearby Keauhou Shopping Center (about a 3-minute drive). It's quite a large shopping center with plenty of food court options and specialty stores, which was great.
2) Regarding photos, even with underwater lighting, a camera without a flash won't capture anything. I recommend using one with a flash.
3) Since I can't swim at all, I emailed to confirm if life jackets were available, and I received a reply saying they were. However, there were no life jackets provided. Instead, I participated with a float that was about 1 meter long. This was quite scary. It took courage to enter the night sea with this unfamiliar equipment. Watching others, I hesitantly entered the water. Once I did it, I managed, but it was a pretty frightening experience. Nevertheless, the thrill of meeting the manta ray was immeasurable. If you have the courage, I highly recommend it 200%.

3メートル前後の大きなマンタが足元を雄大に泳ぐ様は何とも言い難い感動でした。このOPに興味が有るならやるべきでしょう。１匹しか逢えませんでしたが、マンタも人に懐いている感じで可愛かったです。何回も足元を回り最高でした。しかし海に入って最初の20分は現れなかった為、体がかなり冷えてしまい、船に戻った時には体がガクガク震えてしまい帰りの車中は暖房ガンガンでした。厚手の上着は必要です。
その他気づいた事が有ったので書いておきます。
１）バウチャーに「集合時間は17時半、その10分前には来てください」と有ったので、17時過ぎに行ったら、スタッフに「早いと」言われました。18時半に来ている人も居ました。日没等の関係でスタート時間が変わるのかも？仕方ないで、近くのケアウホウショッピングセンター（車で3分位）に行ってのショッピング。此処はかなり大きなショッピングセンターで、フードコートや専門店も沢山有ってgoodでした。
２）写真ですが、下からライトアップしていてもフラッシュ無しの水中カメラでは全く写りません。フラッシュ付きをお勧めします。
３）泳ぎが全く出来ない為、ライフジャケットが有るかメールで確認したら「有ります」との返信が来たので申し込んだのにライフジャケットは有りませんでした。代わりに長さ1メートルぐらいの棒状の浮き輪みたいので参加しました。これは結構怖いです。泳げない人が夜の海に初めての道具で入るのは勇気が要りました。周りの人を見ながら最後に、怖る怖るの入水でした。やってしまえば何とかなりますが、かなり怖かった体験でした。しかしながら、マンタに会えた感動は計り知れません。勇気が有るなら200％お勧めです。

We took the open door with landing at Jack's lava house. It was a very neat experience getting to walk on the lava rock. Be prepared for being wind-blown on the open doors, and take a jacket as it can be chilly in the air. Overall a very nice experience, but don't expect big "red lava flows" as that is not realistic. You can't exactly "feel the heat" and the waterfalls are not close up views they are more from a distance and thrown in at the end, But still pretty spectacular scenery!

About 15 minutes after departing on the cruise, we encountered a pod of dolphins! At the snorkeling spot, we were able to see many tropical fish and even a sea turtle.

There were no staff members who spoke Japanese, so everything was in English, but we managed just fine. There were only two groups of Japanese people, including us. The food was quite delicious as well.

For those who are not good swimmers, there are floats and life jackets available, so it's safe. There are also prescription snorkeling masks for those with poor eyesight, which made it comfortable.

On the return cruise, you might feel cold since your swimsuit will be wet. I recommend bringing a large towel or something to wear over it.

クルーズに出発して15分くらいで、すでにイルカの群れに遭遇！シュノーケルスポットでは、たくさんの熱帯魚の他、海亀まで見ることができました。
日本語が話せるスタッフはいないので、すべて英語でしたが、なんとかなりました。
日本人は私たちを含めて2組のみ。食事も結構美味しかったです。
泳ぎが苦手な人には、フロートやライフジャケットもあるので安心です。視力が悪い人のために、度付きのシュノーケルのマスクもあり、快適でした。
帰りのクルーズでは水着が濡れているので寒く感じると思います。大き目のタオルか、羽織るものを持っていくことをお勧めします。

It's amazing to see manta rays up close like this. However, rather than swimming alongside them, you’re more in a state of floating in the water and watching the manta rays swim. So, for those who are sensitive to cold, it might be a bit tough. But they come close enough to almost touch you, and I think it's an experience you can't easily have elsewhere, so I would recommend it.

こんなに近くでマンタが見れるなんて驚きです。ただ一緒に泳ぐというより、海にぷかぷか浮かんで海中を泳ぐマンタを見るという状態なので、寒さが苦手な人はちょっと辛いかもしれません。でも、体にぶるかるくらいまで近くに寄ってきてくれますし、他ではなかなかできない体験かと思いますので、お勧めだと思います。

The cloudy sky made the sea feel a bit deeper and cold, and when I got out of the water, I started to shiver from the slight breeze, losing the motivation to go back in. Since I was a bit sleep-deprived the day before, after a swim, I ended up just watching a pod of dolphins from the boat. However, the young girl swam a little further and was able to experience the thrilling moment of swimming among the dolphins as they approached. It felt as if they were swimming with her. You can encounter dolphins in everyday life without having to book a special dolphin-watching tour, as long as you don't chase them.

The staff were all friendly and nice people, but it was a bit tough when I couldn't understand English. There were only a few Japanese people. If you're with someone who is fluent in English, I highly recommend it.

曇り空で海が少し深くなると冷たくて、水から上がると少しの風で体は震えてもう水に入る気力がなえてしまいました。前日少し睡眠不足だったため、一泳ぎしたら船上からいるかの群れの背びれを眺めるだけになりましたが、若い娘は頑張って少し先まで泳ぎ、群れが寄ってきてくれる中、感動の遊泳をすることができました。まるで一緒に泳いでくれたという感じでした。イルカは追わなければ、わざわざイルカ観賞ツアーに申し込まなくても普段でも遭遇できるんですね。
スタッフはみな親切で、いい感じの人たちばかりでしたが、英語が聞き取れないとちょっと辛いものがありました。日本人は少しでした。英語の堪能な人と一緒なら超おすすめ。

I stayed on the Big Island during Golden Week and participated in this tour. My biggest concern was that it was a meet-up tour with no pick-up service, but since I was staying at a hotel in the Kailua-Kona area, I asked the hotel to arrange a taxi to the tour meeting place. It cost about $15 to get there, and there were no issues.

Kealakekua Bay has very clear water, allowing you to see the fish beautifully. Compared to Hanauma Bay, there are more fish to see. Although Japanese is not spoken, there is no need to worry at all. There were many participants from the mainland, and it was a very satisfying tour. I will participate again.

ＧＷ中にハワイ島に滞在しこのツアーへ参加しました。一番不安だったのは現地集合という事で迎えがない事でしたが、カイルアコナ地区のホテルに滞在していたため、ホテルに頼んでタクシーでツアーの参加場所まで行きました。１５ドル程度で現地まで行くことができ問題ありません。
　このケアラケクア湾は、非常に透明度が高くお魚をキレイに見ることができます。ハナウマ湾などより魚影が濃くいろんな魚を見ることができます。日本語は通じませんが全く心配いりません。本土の方の参加が多く非常に満足できるツアーでした。また参加します。

I participated in a morning cruise!
There was no Japanese guide, but all the staff were kind and entertaining, so it wasn't a problem.

The snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay was exclusive to our tour, allowing us to swim freely and comfortably.

On the return cruise, we were able to see a pod of dolphins jumping, and we thoroughly enjoyed the waters of Hawaii!

モーニングクルーズに参加してきました！
日本語ガイドは無いのですが、スタッフのかたは全員優しくおもしろい方々なので問題はありませんでした。

ケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケリングは私たちのツアーだけだったので自由に快適に泳ぐことが出来ました。

帰りのクルーズではイルカの群れがジャンプしているところを見ることができ、ハワイの海を満喫しました！

I participated in a snorkeling cruise on the Fair Wind!

Both the cruise and snorkeling were truly enjoyable! The two and a half hours of snorkeling flew by. I was really hungry after snorkeling, so the BBQ lunch was absolutely delicious. I also got to make friends with other participants, which made for great memories!

フェアウィンド号でのシュノーケリングクルーズに参加してきました！

クルーズもシュノーケリングも本当に楽しかったです！
シュノーケリングの2時間半はあっという間でした。シュノーケリング後でお腹もすいていたこともあって、BBQでのランチはほんとにおいしかったです。ほかの参加者の方とも仲良くなれていい思い出になりました！