All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

It was a valuable experience, but it felt too commercialized, and I wasn't moved by it. There were about 40 participants in the tour I joined, and there were many other boats from different companies in the area. Right below us, there was also a group diving. Due to the timing, we could definitely see a lot of manta rays. They appeared one after another and even spun right in front of us.

貴重な体験でしたが、あまりにも商業的な感じがして、感動はありませんでした。私の参加したツアーの参加者は40人くらいで、現地には他社の船もいっぱいでした。私たちの真下では、ダイビングしているグループもいました。時期的なこともあって、確かにマンタはたくさん見ることができます。次から次へと現れて、目の前で回転してくれたりもしました。

Worth every second! The trainers make the experience so special and being so close to the dolphins was a once in a lifetime experience. Loved every minute!

I have been on numerous snorkeling tours in various countries and many in Hawaii, but this was the most disappointing tour.
Reason 1: Despite enduring seasickness on a rocking boat, we went to a spot where there were hardly any fish. It was the worst experience ever. Everyone in my group, including myself, suffered from seasickness.
Reason 2: I anticipate a response like "it's nature, so..." regarding the above reason, but the accompanying photographer was terrible. While I was trying to take pictures of the kids, he constantly interrupted with his loud, cheerful voice, stealing their attention and my perfect timing. For me, who was looking forward to taking photos, he was nothing but a nuisance. Moreover, I was told that if I wanted the photos, it would cost $75. I understood this beforehand, but at such a high price, I would have declined all photography. Naturally, I didn't buy any, but until the very end, I was approached with "I'll give you a discount to $55..." This has led to an absolute negative evaluation of this company. They should have stated the price as $55 from the beginning and only taken time from those who wanted to take photos.
I was so disappointed that I wanted a refund, so the next day I went to a snorkeling spot accessible from land and was able to play with a thousand times more fish.
I applied under the term "limited number of monitor," but will I qualify?

過去様々な国やたくさんのハワイで数多くのシュノーケリングツアーに行きましたが、最も残念なツアーでした。
理由①揺れて船酔いに我慢する中、わざわざ行ったのにもかかわらず、ほとんど魚がいないスポットだった。過去ワースト。私も含め同行者全員が船酔い。
理由②上記理由は「自然が相手だから…」とか言う返信が予想されるが、同行者カメラマンが酷かった。私が子供達の写真を撮ろうとしているのに、悉く大きな陽気な声で子供達の目線や撮影位置を私から奪い、絶好のタイミングも奪われた。撮影を楽しみにしていた私にとって邪魔以外の何物でも無い。しかも写真が欲しければ75ドルが必要と、最後に値段があかされ、わかってはいましたが、そんな高額なら、カメラ撮影は全て断っています。当然買いませんが、バスから降りる最後まで「55ドルにディスカウントするので…」と声をかけられ、この会社への評価は絶対的なものになりました。だったら最初から値段を55ドルとあかし、撮影を希望する方だけの時間を奪えばいい。
返金を求めたいくらい残念だったので、翌日、陸から行くシュノーケリングスポットに行ったが1000倍の魚と戯れることが出来ました。
人数限定モニターという言葉で応募しましたが、対象になるのでしょうか？

I had the best experience thanks to the kind staff. The weather was not great, with some rain, but I was able to see many sea turtles, which was amazing. Thank you! "Shaka"

- Shuttle service was on time.
- The boat was clean, and I didn't have to worry about seasickness. We had fun conversations during the ride and got to see sea turtles. The kids were even allowed to touch the steering wheel and take pictures with the captain.
- Snorkeling was safe for families with children, and we got to see sea turtles.
- During free activity time, we could freely use the SUP and floaties. We enjoyed SPAM musubi, snacks, juice, and water at that time (it was a style where we could take from the basket).
- We could go to the restroom until departure and on the way back, but it got a bit hectic when it was crowded.

優しいスタッフに恵まれて、最高の経験をすることができました。
天気は雨がぱらついたりと良いとは言えない状況でしたが、ウミガメに沢山出会えて最高でした。
ありがとうございました！”Shaka”

・送迎、時間通り
・船、清潔で船酔いも心配なし
　移動中も楽しく会話していただきウミガメにも会えた
　子ども達は船の操舵輪も触らせていただきキャプテンと写真を撮れた
・シュノーケリング、子連れでも安心でウミガメにも会えた
・アクティビティ自由時間、SUPや浮き輪を自由に使えた。
　このタイミングでSPAMムスビやスナックとジュースと水を食べた。（カゴから自由に取れるスタイル）
・出航までや帰りのバスまではトイレに行けるが混雑すると時間的に少し慌ただしい。

I was worried because I hadn't received a confirmation email for the tour (I contacted VELTRA and they followed up for me).

However, on the day of the tour, I was about 20 minutes late for the meeting time, but they kindly said, "It's okay!" and allowed me to join (I did call ahead). After boarding the boat, they provided a briefing on the sizes of the snorkeling equipment and how to use the camera correctly. They also prepared Japanese instructions, so even though my conversational skills are very basic, I felt comfortable participating.

The waves felt a bit high, but they designated a snorkeling area, and during the snorkeling, staff members were patrolling on a paddleboard, which showed they were very attentive to safety. It seemed like the tour was fully booked, but there were plenty of floatation devices and life jackets available. Although I could see to the bottom, there weren't many fish, likely due to the high waves, but we still had a great time as a family!

Since it was a large boat, I didn't experience seasickness, and the cruising to and from was enjoyable. I felt from our conversation that they have a great respect and consideration for the ocean. After getting wet, the cruising felt cold, so I think it would be good to have a separate towel that doesn't get wet. I found the free water a bit difficult to drink. Also, since there were no warm drinks available, if you're worried about getting cold, it's better to bring your own.

The staff were kind, and they were accommodating even with my limited English skills. It was fun!

ツアーまでは、予約確定のメールが来ていなかったりで心配でした（ベルトラさんに問い合わせして、フォローいただきました）。

が、ツアー当日、集合時間から20分ほど遅れてしまったのですが、『大丈夫よ！』と言ってくださり心よく参加させてくださいました（事前に電話はいれました）。
船に乗った後は、シュノーケルの物のサイズや、正しい動画の使い方をレクチャーしてくれます。日本語の案内も用意してくれるので、すごく簡単な会話しかできない私でも安心して参加できました。

波は少し高いように感じましたが、シュノーケルエリアも指定してくださり、シュノーケリング中も職員の方がサップに乗って巡回されていたりして、安全にはすごく気を配っているのが伝わりました。
ツアーは満席だったように思いますが、浮き輪や救命胴衣も十分に用意されてました。
波が高かったからか、底まで見渡せたもののお魚はそんなに多くみられませんでしたが、それでも充分家族で楽しめました！

大きなボートだったので、船酔いもなく、行き帰りのクルージング楽しかったです。
海への敬意や配慮もすごくされているのだとお話しから感じました。
濡れた後のクルージングは寒く感じるので、羽織るタオルは濡れてしまうのと別にあると良いと思いました。
フリーで用意されているお水が少し飲みにくいと感じました。あと、温かい飲み物はないので、冷えてしまうことが心配なら自分で用意して行った方がいいと思います。

スタッフの方も親切ですし、拙い英語力でも対応してくださいます。楽しかったです！

When people hear "sandbar," they might imagine a place where you can walk right across to the land! However, that's not always the case as it depends on the tides. Be sure to check the tide schedule and choose a day with low tide! This time, the shallowest part was about between my ankles and knees, but that was more than enough!

After all, the view is something you can't see anywhere in Japan! And even better, this tour includes delicious freshly grilled patties for hamburgers! You can play at the sandbar, eat hamburgers, watch sea turtles (and sometimes manta rays or dolphins!), and then go snorkeling afterward!

With so much fun packed into this experience, it would be a shame not to participate at least once! This was my third time joining, and I still felt the same excitement!

P.S. I later found out that the guide who explained everything in such a fun and energetic way (and spoke quickly, haha) was a friend of a friend of mine! Thank you!

サンドバー！と聞いてみんながイメージするのは、そのまま歩ける！陸地になってる！！
と言う感じかな！？それは潮の満ち干きなどに影響されるから常にそうなる訳ではない。潮の満ち干きを調べてそれなりに干潮の日を選ぼう！今回は1番浅い所で、足首と膝の間ぐらいだったかな？それでも十分なんです！
だって、見渡す限り日本では見れない景色なんだよ！ そして、更に良いのは、このツアーは、美味しい焼きたてパテのハンバーガーが食べれるってこと！サンドバーで遊んで、ハンバーガー食べて、ウミガメウオッチして(マンタも見れる時もあるし、イルカだって！)、そのあとシュノーケルも出来る！
こんなに楽しい事が詰め込まれてるから一度参加してみないともったいない！
私は今回で3回目の参加ですが、相変わらずの楽しさを感じれました！！

p.s 後で知りましたが、今回の説明などすんごく楽しく(早口でw)、元気にガイドして下さった方は、私の友人の友人でした☺️✨
ありがとうございました！

We participated as a three-generation family. There were explanations in Japanese, which made us feel comfortable joining. There was plenty of time for stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking, and the waves were calm, so even beginners could enjoy it. Snorkeling equipment was also available for rent, and we were able to see many tropical fish.

3世代で参加したました。日本語での説明もあり安心して参加出来ました。supやカヤックも充分な時間があり、波も穏やかなので初心者でも楽しめました。スノーケリングも貸し出しがあり、熱帯魚もたくさんみれました。

The sea was murky due to the effects of the wind and tsunami, but I was able to see turtles when they surfaced while I was on the boat or in the water. Even though the water was cloudy while I was swimming and looking for sea turtles, I could see schools of fish, so I think there were many more. The sea is usually much clearer, so I would like to go again next time if the timing works out.

The cruise staff were kind, and since the sea was murky, they offered a complimentary soft drink and suggested an alternative for the sunset cruise.

風と津波の影響により海は濁っていたが船の上や海に入っている時に亀が水面に上がって来た時に見えた。他にもウミガメを探して泳いでいた時に濁ってはいたが魚の群を見ることが出来たので他にも沢山いたんだと思う。普段の海はもっと透き通っているみたいなので次回行く時はタイミングが合えばまた行きたい。
クルーズの人たちは親切で海が濁っていたこともありソフトドリンクの1杯サービスとサンセットクルーズの代替案を提示してくれた。

We had a lovely morning trip to the sandbank. It was an excellent spot for snorkeling or just relaxing in the shallow waters. The staff were wonderful, very helpful and informative!

I was lucky enough to see dolphins up close multiple times while snorkeling, and it was so much fun. The staff were kind and great people.

There were also Japanese staff members, so even those who are not good at English can enjoy themselves without worry. The conversations were interesting, so I want to go again.

Since the dolphins are wild, it seems that on unlucky days you might not see them, but just being on the boat is enjoyable, so I highly recommend it.

運が良かったのかシュノーケリングでイルカを何度も間近で見ることができすごく楽しかったです。
スタッフも親切で良い人達でした。

日本人のスタッフもいて英語が苦手な人も安心して楽しめます。
話しも面白かったのでまた行きたいです。

イルカは野生なので運が悪い日は見ることができないみたいなのですが、ボートにまたがってるだけでも楽しいのでおすすめです。

It is an experience with my 3.5 year old daughter I will never forget, and I think she will remember forever. The trainer was very informative and great with kids. It’s clear how much they care about the dolphins, and the dolphins love what they do.

I was very satisfied throughout the entire tour thanks to the kind staff. However, even though I usually don't get motion sickness, I felt unwell this time despite taking motion sickness medication. Additionally, when swimming with the dolphins, it was difficult to swim at my own pace, so those who are not confident in their swimming abilities should be cautious. However, you can wait on the boat, so I think it's best to make a decision based on your condition and feelings at that time.

Regarding the photos, after the tour, I was able to express my wishes, but even if I hadn't communicated my preferences, I received an email later with purchase information, allowing me to buy them.

ツアー全体を通して、優しいスタッフの皆さんのおかげでとても満足できました。
ただ、普段は乗り物酔いをしないのですが、今回は酔い止めを服用していても気分が悪くなってしまいました。また、イルカと一緒に泳ぐ際には、自分のペースで泳ぐことが難しいため、泳ぎに自信のない方は注意が必要です。ただ、船上で待つこともできるので、そのときの体調や気分に応じて判断されると良いと思います。
写真については、ツアー終了後に希望を伝える形でしたが、希望を伝えていなくても後日メールで購入の案内が届き、そちらから購入することができました。

It was a very enjoyable experience. It was my first time experiencing a sandbar. I checked the tide schedule and made a reservation for the tour to match the timing when the water level would be knee-deep. When we set off, the sky was very cloudy, and it started to rain as we began to move, but by the time we arrived at the sandbar, although some clouds remained, we could see blue skies. The water level was about knee-deep, which was just right for walking in the water. There were some algae floating around, but it was fun to walk through them. Although it wasn't low tide enough for the sandbar to be completely exposed, it felt nice to walk on the white sand. Additionally, I was able to try stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Since it was my first time, I started by sitting down, but because there were hardly any waves and the water was shallow, it was easy to stand up. I didn't go snorkeling, but according to a friend who did, there were sea turtles swimming right next to them, and it was a lot of fun.

とても楽しい体験でした。
初めてのサンドバー体験でした。
潮の干満のチェックをして、膝下の水位になるタイミングに合わせてツアーの予約をしました。
出港する時は凄い曇天で、走り出した時には雨も降ってきたのですが、サンドバーに到着した時には多少雲は残っているものの青空が見えてきました。
水位は膝下くらいで、水の中を歩くのにも適度でした。藻がプカプカ浮かんでいましたが、それをかき分けながら、歩くのも楽しかったです。
サンドバーが完全に露出するほどの干潮ではありませんが、白い砂の上を歩けるのは気も良かったです。
さらに、SUP体験もできました。SUPは初めてだったので、最初は座ってやってみましたが、波がほとんどないのと、浅い海なので立ち上がるのも簡単にできました。
シュノーケリングはやりませんでしたが、体験した友人の話では、ホヌがすぐ脇で泳いでいて、とても楽しかった、とのことでした。

The morning gathering was early, so my 5-year-old child looked sleepy the whole time, but when the dolphins appeared, he was completely absorbed in watching them in the water. I was a bit anxious about managing our valuables, but I was able to take care of them myself at the foot of the boat, so there was really no need to worry. There were times when Japanese speakers were available, so we had no language barriers, and the English staff were friendly, making it a fun experience. I recommend signing up for the photo package (up to 4 people for $79) because you won't need to bring a camera, and they will even take underwater photos for you. It was nice to have a credit card and some cash for tips. It might be a good idea to take motion sickness medication just in case. Our family, both adults and children, were fine, but I saw a few people who were really struggling with seasickness. Overall, it was a great experience that the kids enjoyed very much.

朝集合が早かったので、5歳の子供は終始眠そうでしたが、イルカが見えると夢中で海の中を見ていました。
貴重品の管理が不安でしたが、船の足元に自分で管理で、特に心配する必要もなかったです。
日本語が話せる方がいる時間帯だったので、言葉面でも不自由なく、英語スタッフの方も気さくで楽しく過ごせました。
フォトパッケージ(4人まで79ドル)を申し込めば、カメラを持っていく必要もなく、水中の写真まで撮ってくれるのでおすすめです。
クレカとチップ分の現金があれば良い感じでした。
酔い止めは念のため飲んでおいたほうがいいかと。
我が家は大人も子供も飲んで平気でしたが、数名凄まじい勢いで戻してる方がいて辛そうでした。
総合的に子供も楽しめ、とても良かったです。

From start to finish this was the best part of our trip to Oahu. The staff made everything go so smoothly and were all so sweet and fun. The musicians were amazing and will even take weird song requests from the audience. The sand bar is stunning and was just so magical, the extras like the paddle boards and canoes, snorkeling and volleyball, were the cherry on top. 10000% recommend that you add this to your trip! We also did the bumper boat and although my husband hated it, my 12 year old son had a BLAST!

We had a great time - knowledgeable staff dedicated to safety; beautiful spot for snorkeling and having fun! The lunch was delicious

Guarantee you will have fun! Amazing views, warm clean water. Live music

I was worried about seasickness, so I took motion sickness medication on the bus ride there. Even so, I started feeling seasick about 30 minutes after getting on the boat, but thanks to the staff's consideration, I was able to enjoy myself!

船酔いが心配だったので、行きのバスで酔い止め薬を飲んで参加。それでも船に乗って30分ほどで船酔いしましたが、スタッフの方の気遣いもあり楽しめました！

We had an awesome day of water fun! There were several choices of activities to keep us entertained. The crew was fantastic, helpful and knowledgeable. We felt safe and taken care of the entire time. My kids had a great time, which means mom had a great time 😊 Would absolutely book again!

Playing in the sea at Angel's Beach. Unfortunately, when I went, the tide was not low, and it was quite deep. However, I enjoyed stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling. The strong point here is that there are Japanese staff members and many staff who can understand Japanese. Since many of the tour participants are Japanese, I definitely recommend it if that makes you feel more comfortable.

天使の海で海遊び。
残念ながら、行った時には潮が引いておらずかなり深かったです。でも、ＳＵＰにカヤック、シュノーケリングと楽しめました。
ここの強みは日本人スタッフの方がいることと日本語を理解できるスタッフさんが豊富なこと。ツアー参加者の多くが日本人で、それに安心できるのなら是非お勧めですよ。

I had a great time paddleboarding and snorkeling at the sandbar. My family was also very happy. I definitely want to go again.

サンドバーでサップやシュノーケリングが出来て　とても楽しかったです
家族も大変喜んでいます　また是非行きたいです

I didn't have a place or time to change, but it was a very fun day. The dive from the boat was great. It might be good to save some energy for snorkeling.

着替える場所と時間はなかったけど、非常に楽しい1日でした。船からのダイブも良かった。シュノーケルの体力を残しておくといいかな。

The kayaking experience lasted longer than I expected, and I was exhausted, but the guide provided excellent support. The sandwiches we had for lunch after snorkeling were exceptional!

思っていたよりカヤック体験の時間が長くバテバテでしたが、ガイドさんがしっかりとサポートしてくれます。
シュノーケル後のランチでいただくサンドイッチは格別でした！

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour! The staff was exceptionally welcoming, and the live music on the boat created a fun and relaxing atmosphere on the way to our destination. The location was beautiful, and our children especially loved the snorkeling and paddle boarding activities.

Although we brought our own snorkeling gear, we were impressed that the tour provides everything you need—snorkeling masks, lifejackets, and more—which makes it incredibly convenient. You really don’t need to haul your own equipment.

This experience was truly the highlight of our trip. We highly recommend it for all ages—for reference, our children are 6 and 7 years old.

This was an incredible experience for my eight year-old grandson for his birthday. Parker was wonderful and even had the dolphins sing happy birthday to my grandson.

Totally enjoyed or outing on August 1st. The crew was professional and extremely friendly. The music was great also.

I was worried since I went with a small child and a senior, but I received incredibly supportive assistance. The child was initially scared during the first entry into the water and couldn’t see the dolphins, but we were able to spot dolphins early on, allowing for multiple entries into the water. We got to see a rare type of dolphin called the false killer whale, which came very close, exciting the guide as well, and the kids were thrilled! We also saw many sea turtles at another spot, took photos underwater, and enjoyed sitting on the edge of the speedboat like on a banana boat. By the end, they were having so much fun that they didn’t want to leave. The sea was beautiful as well. I don’t speak any English, but thanks to our Japanese guide, Ryuichi, I was able to participate in the tour with peace of mind. The guides, Brooke, Jason, and Brian, all contributed to making wonderful memories. I was also worried about getting cold, but I was able to borrow a wetsuit, so I enjoyed myself without shivering from the cold. Prescription goggles were also available for rent. I’m really glad I chose Dolphin Academy among the various tours available.

小さな子供とシニアと一緒に行ったので、心配していましたが、申し訳ないほど手厚くサポートしてもらえました。子供は最初の入水でビビって水中でイルカを見ることが出来ませんでしたが、早くにイルカを発見できたことで何度も入水出来たので、ガイドさんが興奮するくらい、間近まで近づいてきたレアなコビレゴンドウクジラという種類の大きなイルカを見ることが出来、子供達も大興奮！！別のスポットでウミガメもたくさん見たり、水中から写真を撮ってもらったり、高速ボートの端に座ってバナナボートのように楽しんでみたりと最後にはまだ帰りたくないというほど楽しんでいました。海もとても綺麗でした。英語が全く出来ませんが、日本人ガイドのリューイチさんのおかげで安心してツアーに参加することができました。
ガイドのブルックさん、ジェイソンさん、ブライアンさんみんなで盛り上げてくれて最高の思い出を作ることができました。
体の冷えも心配していましたが、ウェットスーツを借りることができたので、寒さに震えることなく楽しめました。度付きのゴーグルも貸してもらえます。色々あるツアーの中でイルカ中学さんを選んで本当に良かったです。

I expected seeing some sandbar but it was very deep waters also had to wear safety vest all the time. I was tired, bored and ready to go back.

Everything was comfortable. All the crew members were full of hospitality, the boat was lovely, and they provided just the right amount of guidance with the morning snacks, lunch, and drinks.

By chance, before boarding the boat, I saw an eagle ray gracefully swimming, and I was able to see turtles and dolphins up close. And above all, the breathtaking Na Pali Coast was right in front of me. This is what it means to be at a loss for words. I've been to Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island many times, but Kauai is likely to become my favorite island in the Hawaiian archipelago.

全てが快適でした。全てのクルーはホスピタリティに溢れていて、ボートも素敵で、朝の軽食、ランチ、ドリンクと過不足なく案内してくれました。
偶然にもボートに乗る前にイーグルレイが優雅に泳いでいるのを見たほか、タートル、ドルフィンと間近に見ることができました。そして何より圧巻が目の前に迫るナパリコースト。言葉を失うとはこういうことを言うのですね。オアフ、マウイ、ハワイ島は何度も行っていますが、カウアイ島はハワイ諸島の中でも一番好きな島になりそうです。

Love the dolphins. Was a great experience with my animal loving 9 year old and rest of the family.