Reviewed by: MAKI
My first sandbar experience.
I thought it was an unbelievable sight when I saw it on TV, so I joined this tour to see it in person.
Perhaps it wasn't the right season for the sandbar, as there was more seawater than I expected, which was a bit disappointing, but I was very satisfied to swim with sea turtles.
Next time, I want to change the timing and participate again!
初めてのサンドバー。
テレビで見てあり得ない景色だと思い、ナマで見たいと今回のツアーに参加させて頂きました。
サンドバーは時期じゃなかったのか、思ってたより海水が多くちょっと残念でしたが、ウミガメと泳げて大満足です。
次回は時期を変更して、再度参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/03 |
Reviewed by: M.K
I was looking forward to seeing the lava of Kilauea on the Big Island from an angle that can't be seen from the ground, but I was a bit disappointed as it was just smoke. However, when we entered Waipi'o Valley, it was breathtaking. I was very moved.
The pilot was also very nice.
As others in the group mentioned, we were hoping for a Japanese or Japanese-speaking pilot, but we had an English speaker instead. I think they should contact us in advance if they can't meet our request. If I had known, I would have chosen another company. It was a very good flight and the staff were great, so it was a bit disappointing to see that lack of transparency. Because of that, I am deducting one star.
地上からでは見られない角度からのハワイ島、キラウェアの溶岩が楽しみだったのですが煙のみで少しがっかりでした。
でも、ワイピオ渓谷に入って行ったときには圧巻。とても感激でした。
パイロットの方もとても感じが良かったです。
グループの他の方もおっしゃっていましたが、日本人もしくは日本語パイロット希望だったのに、English speakerの方でした。
希望に添えない場合には事前に連絡をすべきだと思います。
知っていれば他の会社にしました。
とてもいいフライト、スタッフだっただけに、少しズルさが見え残念でした。
その分、☆一つマイナスです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/12 |
Reviewed by: hatabo-
I signed up for this tour because I wanted someone knowledgeable to guide me on my first visit to Hanauma Bay.
Hanauma Bay charges an entrance fee, and there are rules to follow while swimming, so I was glad to have booked the tour.
On the day of the tour, the underwater conditions weren't great, and the visibility was not very good, but the guide helped us find routes where we could see fish and took us to points where we could spot seals. I only got to see seals swimming a little, but I was happy to see them at all. By the way, I didn't encounter any sea turtles that day.
It's also a good introduction to basic snorkeling techniques, making it a great option for beginners.
初めてのハナウマ湾、熟知している方に案内をお願いしたいということで、このツアーに申し込みました。
ハナウマ湾は入場にもお金がかかるし、泳ぐときのルールなどもあったので、ツアーに申し込んでよかったです。
当日は水中のコンディションはあまり良くなく、透明度はイマイチでしたが、ガイドさんが魚が見えそうなコースを見極めながら案内してくれたり、アザラシが見えるポイントに連れていってくれたりしました。
アザラシは泳いでいるシーンを少し見れた程度でしたが、少しでも見れて良かったです。
ちなみにこの日、ウミガメには会えませんでした。
シュノーケリングの初歩的な作法も学べるので、入門としては良いです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/08 |
Reviewed by: David L
We had an awesome time! I had done a similar activity tour before, but I enjoyed doing it even more with this crew. They actually called us beforehand and warned us that the mantas had been inconsistent in the previous few days, and wanted to know if we wanted to do a different tour or go on a later date. We were leaving the next day, so we couldn't do either, but we really appreciated them being upfront. It turned out not to matter, though, because we saw several mantas! They were incredible to watch, and we got some amazing views of them feeding. Our hosts also gave us a sunset tour of the coast before the mantas came out, which was super beautiful. Highly recommended!
Mahalo for taking the time to write a review of your manta tour with Kona Ocean Experience. We're so glad you had the opportunity to take advantage of our manta guarantee after your 1st trip out with us, and that you enjoyed your beautiful coastal tour and got to watch several "incredible" mantas on your 2nd trip! We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again sometime. Aloha!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: やんやん
It was cold, and the water was up to my waist, but I was able to see turtles, and snorkeling was fun. The guides were very friendly, and it was an enjoyable tour. The food was delicious.
It would be better to have an underwater camera (you can either buy a toy camera or borrow a GoPro). Many people had waterproof phone cases.
On the way back, I didn't have much cash and had a bit of trouble with tips... (I was a bit careless since there were tours that didn't require tips).
In October, it was cold, possibly because it was cloudy. It might be a good idea to have a towel and a long-sleeved jacket.
寒くて、腰まで水が浸かりましたが、亀もみれたし、シュノーケリングもたのしかったです。ガイドのみなさんも非常に感じがよくて、楽しいツアーでした。食事もおいしかったです。
水中カメラ的なの(トイカメラを買うかGoproを借りるかできますが)があった方がいいです。(防水用の携帯ケースを持たれてる方がたくさんいました。)
帰り際で、現金があまりなくて、チップに少し困りました…(いらないツアーもあったので油断してました。)
10月で、曇っていたためか寒かったです。タオルと長袖の上着があったほうがいいかもしれません。
Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Also, thank you for sharing various information. As Mr. Yan Yan mentioned, essential items for the tour are a bath towel and a long-sleeved top. Everyone, please remember to bring these regardless of the season when you join us!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございました。そしていろいろと情報シェアありがとうございまる。
やんやん様もおっしゃっていただいたようにツアーの際のマストアイテムはバスタオルと長袖の上着。
皆さ〜ん季節を問わずご参加の際は忘れずに持参されてくださいね。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/11 |
Reviewed by: おさる
At the sandbar, we practiced volleyball and snorkeling, and for lunch, we had hamburgers made with meat grilled by the staff. We also saw sea turtles, and the actual snorkeling experience was amazing with so many fish. It was the best tour! No need to worry about language at all! Sunscreen is a must! ☀️☀️☀️ The guide was also a funny person and kept us entertained during the boat ride.
サンドバーにてバレー、シュノーケル練習、お昼はスタッフが焼いてくれたお肉でハンバーガー
ウミガメも見れて、実際のシュノーケリングもたくさんのお魚が見れて最高のツアーでした
言葉の心配も一切必要なし!
日焼け止めは必須です☀️☀️☀️
ガイドさんも面白い方で船の移動中も楽しませてくれました
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/09 |
Reviewed by: A.M
The reservation indicated a duration of 10 minutes, but the overall time was about 30 minutes. The time to touch the dolphin was 10 minutes, which was sufficient for a three-year-old.
The process involved receiving explanations with other reservation groups, using a stuffed dolphin to demonstrate how to interact with the dolphins and what to be cautious about, which sparked the children's interest in a fun way. After that, two family groups began interacting with the dolphins, gently touching their backs and feeding them fish. While taking photos, we were also able to see the dolphins jump at times.
Although my child was scared, they were able to pet the dolphin, and it seems to have left a memorable experience for them.
Since taking photos with your own camera is not allowed (smartphones are also prohibited), you will need to purchase photos, which are not cheap. They are about the same price as photos bought at an amusement park, or slightly higher. The cost varies depending on whether you buy all the image data or select a certain number of photos.
If you want to keep photo costs down, it might be a good idea to ask a family member who is not participating to take pictures from outside the area. I ended up purchasing about three photo files because there was no one to take pictures for me. It became a wonderful memory.
予約内容は10分との表記でしたが、全体時間は30分くらいの時間だったと思います。イルカを触る時間が10分なのですが、三歳児くらいであればその程度で十分でした。
流れは、他の予約グループと説明を受け、
イルカのさわり方や注意することをイルカの
ぬいぐるみを使いながら、楽しく子どもの興味を沸かせていました。
その後、家族のグループ2つでそれぞれイルカと触れ合い開始。背中を優しく触ったり、魚をあげたり。写真を撮っていただきながら、時にはイルカのジャンプも見ることができました。
子どもは恐がりながらも撫でることができ、頑張った思い出として残っているようです。
自分のカメラで撮影をすることはNGなため(スマホもダメ)写真を買うことになりますが、安くはありません。アミューズメントパークで買う写真と同じくらいか、少し上くらい。
画像データまたは写真を全てか、選択した枚数で金額が変わります。
写真代を抑えたいのであれば、例えば他の参加しない家族に撮影をお願いするなどして、外のエリアから撮ってもらうのも手だと思います。
私は、撮ってくれる人が居なかったため写真データを3枚ほど購入しました。
良い思い出となりました。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!ウィートッツ<浅瀬/10分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/09 |
Reviewed by: グアバジュース
The bus was fully booked for departure. It’s quite popular, after all.
At first, it was difficult to find the sea turtles, but thanks to the guide's advice, I was able to see quite a few once I got the hang of it.
As for the main sandbar, it didn’t appear at all because it was out of sync with the low tide. (Even in shallow areas, the water level was about waist-high.)
Since it’s nature, there’s nothing that can be done about it, but I was a bit disappointed because I had imagined something like the pictures.
バスは満席での出発でした。やはり人気ですね。
ウミガメは最初は探すのが難しかったですが、ガイドさんのアドバイスもあり、慣れれば結構たくさん見ることができました。
メインのサンドバーですが、干潮の時間とズレていたのでサンドバーは全く出現しませんでした。(浅いところでも水位は腰の高さほどありました)
自然のことなので仕方ないですが、イメージ写真のようなものを想像していたので、少しがっかりした面もあります。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/31 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
This was a great price and filled with fun and adventure! The Captain and his mate were very professional. The crew also had a great eye for the animals in the water whether it was turtles or the extra bonus of the pod of dolphins that the young mate spotted, Our captain even ventured to the pod of dolphins for an add bonus! It was a great boat ride with a great crew. and we seen 12 different turtles he know the spot.
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| Packages: | Buy One & Get One FREE! |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Stainless
Great crew, got us to the spot off the airport, lots of other boats there, lights on and after a while Manta Rays showed up. The cool part was when a 10-12 foot wide one did 3 manta rolls right in our faces. It was too much to hope for but it happened.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: ザック
I participated in the tour starting at 12:00. The snorkeling lasted about an hour. There were four sea turtles swimming, and I was able to see them up close when they surfaced for air. However, it was disappointing to see someone of Asian descent touching the sea turtles at that time. After that, we cruised for about an hour before returning.
12時からのツアーに参加しました。
シュノーケリングは大体1時間程度で行われました。ウミガメが4匹泳いでおり、息継ぎで浮上した際には間近で見る事が出来ました。ただ、その時にアジア系の人がウミガメに触れており、残念でした。そのあと1時間程度クルージングをして戻る流れです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: みっちゃん
The sunset from the boat was beautiful, and the feeling of speed on the boat was enjoyable. I also got to see a manta ray, so I have no complaints. If I had to say something, I should have been better prepared for seasickness and the cold. I reflect on that.
ボートからの夕日が綺麗だし、ボートのスピード感も楽しかった。マンタも見れたし、文句なしでした。
あえて言うなら、船酔いと寒さ対策をもうちょっとちゃんとするべきだった。反省。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: りらっつま
It takes about 30 minutes by boat from the port to Manta Point while enjoying the sunset. We lowered LED surfboards around the point to attract plankton and the manta rays that feed on them... and they appeared! After confirming their presence, we entered the water and snorkeled around the surfboards to observe the mantas. They also lent us noodles (floating poles), and we spent about 45 minutes in the water. It was an exhilarating experience to see two mantas rolling right in front of us! On the way back to the port after snorkeling, it can be chilly with just a swimsuit due to the wind. It was a good decision to rent a wetsuit, even though there was an additional fee.
港からマンタポイントまで30分ほど、夕陽を見ながら船で移動します。
ポイント周辺でLED付きのサーフボードをおろして、プランクトンと、これを食むマンタを呼ぶことしばし...。現れてくれました!
姿を確認してから海へ入り、サーフボードの周りでシュノーケリングしながらマンタ見学。ヌードル(浮きポール)も貸していただいて、45分くらい海に入っていました。
2 枚のマンタがローリングを繰り返すのを目の前で見ることができ、大興奮の体験でした!
シュノーケル後に港に戻るときは風も受けるので水着だけでは寒いと思います。追加料金が必要ですが、ウェットスーツを借りて正解でした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/06 |
Reviewed by: mhorn
It was supposed to be a guided tour with a Japanese guide, but the bus guide only spoke Japanese for jokes and didn't inform us about when to get off or the order of disembarking, so I almost missed my stop. The boat staff were good, but unfortunately, the weather was bad and it was cold on the ground. It might be better to check the tide times before booking.
日本人ガイド付きとなっていましたが、バスのバスのガイドさんは冗談だけ日本語で帰りは途中で下車し、降りる順番とかも教えてくれなかったので危うく乗り過ごすところでした。船のスタッフさんは良かったですがあいにくの天気で地上は寒かったです。潮の時間を調べて申し込んだ方が良いかもです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/06 |
Reviewed by: chapi
This is my second time using this service.
Since it was low tide, I was able to see the fish clearly and even encountered a sea turtle, which was lucky.
Thank you, Chieko and Dan!
I will participate again! o(^▽^)o
2度目の利用です
干潮だったので、お魚もハッキリ見れて、海ガメにも遭遇出来て、幸運でした。
チエコさん、ダンさん
ありがとうございました!
また参加させていただきますo(^▽^)o
Thank you very much for joining our tour for the second time, Chapi! During low tide, the water clarity improves, allowing us to see the fish beautifully! It was great that you finally got to meet a turtle towards the end of the tour. You all swam quite far out with the turtle, and everyone did an amazing job swimming until the very end. You were all very skilled! I hope to see you both again for a third visit when you come back to Hawaii. Thank you again for joining us. Mahalo!!
chapi様、この度は2回目のリピートでツアーにお越しいただき、本当にありがとうございます。引き潮の時は透明度も上がりますので、とてもお魚達が綺麗に見えるんですよ!ツアー最後の方では念願のカメさんにも会えて良かったですね。カメさんと一緒に結構沖まで泳いでしまいましたが、皆様本当に最後まで頑張って泳いでくださいました。お上手でしたよ!是非またハワイにお越しの際には、3回目のリピートでお二人にお会いできればいいなあと思っております。
本当にお越しいただきありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: T&S
Great trip got to see lots of turtles. The lunch was good and the staff (Mike, Jenner, Ken) were excellent- thank you.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: ABCDE
It seems everyone was able to see it, but I couldn't. What a pity!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
Aloha! Unfortunately, no sea turtle watching... What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment~~!!!! ABCDE! I hope we can take a two-shot photo with a honu next time.
アロハ! ウミガメウオッチならず。。。。残念!残念!残念!残念!残念〜〜〜!!!!
ABCDE様!次回こそはホヌとツーショット写真取れますように。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: Aki
The early morning pickup at 6 AM was a bit tough, but thanks to our guide J's fun stories, I didn't fall asleep in the car, and we arrived at the port in no time.
Since it was the end of September, I was worried about the water temperature, but I was able to rent a wetsuit for $10. The instructions on how to use the snorkeling gear were thorough and easy to understand.
This was my third time on a dolphin swimming tour in Hawaii. Right after we set sail, we encountered about 200 dolphins, and it was over in a flash. The staff also swam with us, which made me feel safe. They also loudly informed us of the direction the dolphin pod was coming from, so we didn't miss anything. Since there were no other boats around, I guess the captain's years of experience helped him find this spot. It seemed that the afternoon tours that day and the next day didn't encounter any dolphins, so we were very lucky.
The snorkeling spot afterward was a place where there were turtles, and I saw more fish than I expected. The staff took a lot of pictures and made an effort to show us marine life, which made it enjoyable. This time, we quickly encountered the dolphins, so we had quite a bit of snorkeling time. It would have been even better if we could have seen more dolphins or had a longer sailing time on the catamaran.
On this dolphin tour, we learned not only about dolphins but also about hula and Hawaiian prayers, making it a very enriching experience.
早朝6時にピックアップで少し辛かったですが、ガイドのJちゃんの楽しいお話で車内で寝てしまう事もなく、あっと言う間に港に着きました。
9月末だったので水温が低いか心配でしたが、$10でウエットスーツを貸し出してもらえました。シュノーケルや等の道具の使い方も丁寧に説明があって分かり易かったです。
ハワイでのイルカと泳ぐツアーは今回が3回目。
今回は出航してすぐに200頭ぐらいのイルカ達会え、あっという間でした。
スタッフさん達も一緒に泳いでくれるので安心です。又、イルカの群れが来ている方向も大きな声で教えてくれるので見逃す事も無かったです。
他のボートが周りにいなかったので、船長さんの長年の経験でこのスポットが分かったのでしょうか。
この日の午後便や次の日の便はイルカ達に会えなかった様で、私達はとても幸運だった様です。
その後のシュノーケルスポットは亀もいる場所で思ったよりも魚が見れました。スタッフの人が沢山写真を撮ってくれたり、海の生き物を見せてくれたり楽しめる様に工夫してくれていました。今回はイルカ達に直ぐに会えたのでシュノーケル時間がかなりありました。もう少しイルカを見たりカタマランでのセーリング時間が長かったらもっと良かったです。
今回のイルカ中学ツアーではイルカの事だけでなくフラやハワイ語でのお祈りなど色々と学べ盛り沢山でした。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/23 |
Reviewed by: ちひろ
The staff was kind and attentive. I got a bit seasick, but I was able to see sea turtles, and it was a lot of fun! 😊
親切、丁寧に対応して頂きました。
波酔いしてしまいましたが、ウミガメも見ることができてとても楽しかったです(^^)
Dear Chihiro, thank you for joining the Blue Hawaii Divers tour.
In the morning, the tide was low, so the visibility was good, and I believe you were able to see the fish clearly. Toward the end of the tour, we encountered a turtle, and we followed it quite far out, which may have caused you to feel seasick. I apologize for that. Next time, if you take motion sickness medication early, you should be able to enjoy snorkeling more comfortably.
We look forward to seeing you again. Thank you very much for coming. Mahalo!!
ちひろ様、この度はブルーハワイダイバースのツアーにお越しいいただき、ありがとうございます。
この日の午前中は引き潮でしたので透明度も良く、お魚も綺麗に見ていただけたかと思います。ツアーの最後の方でカメさんに遭遇して、ずーっとカメさんについて行って結構沖の方まで行ってしまいましたので、その時に波酔いになってしまったのかと思います。ごめんなさいね。是非次回は酔い止めを早めに飲んでいただいて参加していただけたら、もっと快適にシュノーケリングを楽しんでいただけるはずです。またお会いできるのをお待ちしております。
本当にお越しいただき、ありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: ゆーみん
I participated with my sister. I was confident in my physical stamina, so I thought I would be fine, but it was quite tough. Depending on the wave conditions, I think there's a high chance of getting seasick (I took seasickness medication). However, I was able to see several dolphins, which was an incredibly valuable experience! The staff were all cheerful and fun, truly wonderful people. Thank you very much!
妹と参加しました。
体力には自信があったので大丈夫だろうと思ってましたが、かなりきつかったです。
波の状況にもよるのですが、かなりの確率で船酔いすると思います。(船酔いの薬は飲んでました)
でも、何匹もイルカに会うことができてすごく貴重な経験になりました!
スタッフのみなさんも明るく楽しく、本当に良い方ばかりでした。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: N・S
I went to a different location than the one which was thought.
I expected the manta was not seen only a little,but I think that nature is unavoidable because the opponent.
The staff are very friendly and made an effort.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/27 |
Reviewed by: パイン
We participated with two families. We were able to interact with dolphins, and the children were very happy. It was a valuable experience. They also take photos, so it's fine for everyone to join. Since towels are not provided, bringing your own is essential.
二家族で参加しました。イルカと触れ合うことが出来、子どもたちも大喜び。貴重な体験となりました。写真も撮ってくださるので、皆で参加しても問題ありません。タオルは無い為、持参必須です。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!ウィートッツ<浅瀬/10分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/04 |
Reviewed by: YUKIKO
We participated in the tour starting at 2:00 PM. The morning tour is about $50 more expensive and includes breakfast and lunch, and if you want transportation included, it’s an additional $20. Since we went by rental car, it cost us about $100 each. I’ve been on lunch-inclusive tours a few times, but I don’t have a great impression of meals prepared on the boat! I think the morning tours attract more customers due to the wave height, but the snorkeling spots are calm, so it’s reassuring. This tour definitely requires English proficiency; if you're not confident, having a Japanese guide is a safer option. Everything on the boat is in English, including explanations and safety instructions, so you need to pay attention to avoid danger! We didn’t see any dolphins, but there were plenty of fish!
午後便で、14:00時からのツアーに参加、午前中のツアーは朝食とランチが付いて50ドル程高くなり、送迎付きだと 更に20ドル程高くなります、私達は、レンタカーで行ったので、一人100ドル程、ランチ付きのツアーは何回か行きましたが、所詮 舟の中で作る食事、あまり良いイメージがありませんので!午前にお客が偏るのは、やはり 波に高さだと思いますが、シュノーケルをするスポットは、波が無いので安心できます、このツアーは英語力は絶対必要で、自信の無い方は、日本語ガイド付きが安心です、船内は全て英語、説明 注意などなど、ちゃんと聞かないと、危険なので!イルカはみれませんでしたが、魚はたくさんいましたよ〜
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| Packages: | 14:00出港(シュノーケル1.5時間) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/04 |
Reviewed by: メタボの熊
I came to the Big Island of Hawaii for the first time with three beautiful single women from Japan. Since all of us, including myself, love the ocean, we were determined to go snorkeling while in Hawaii. Because this was a quick trip, I wanted to enjoy the ocean efficiently without renting a car, so I looked for snorkeling tours and found this tour to swim with wild dolphins.
On the day of the tour, the weather was great, and we had a guide who was well-versed in the ocean and dolphin ecology. We had a wonderful time swimming with many dolphins. On our way out to sea, we encountered a very rare pilot whale, which was an exciting memory for all of us.
I definitely want to repeat this experience when I go back to the Big Island!
日本から独身の美女3人を引き連れて、初めてハワイ島に遊びに来ました。自分を含めて全員海が大好きなので、ハワイ島に来たら絶対にスノーケルをしようと思っていました。今回は弾丸旅行だったこともあり、レンタカーを借りずに効率的に海遊びをしたいと考え、ベルトラさんのスノーケリングツアーを探して、目に留まったのがこの野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーでした。
当日はお天気も良く、海やイルカの生態を知り尽くしているガイドさんにアテンドしていただき、本当にたくさんのイルカとともに楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。船で沖まで出る途中に、すごくレアなゴンドウクジラに遭遇して、みんなで興奮したのも良い思い出になりました。
またハワイ島に行ったら絶対にリピートしたいと思います!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/15 |
Reviewed by: amy
Unfortunately, when I went, it was high tide, so I couldn't see the sandbar and the water level was up to my waist, but it was still incredibly beautiful and moving! When I went snorkeling around the coral reef, we were lucky enough to have a sea turtle come close to us, and we were able to swim together very closely! The staff were also great at creating a fun atmosphere, and on the way back, they played the ukulele and sang for us, making it a truly wonderful memory! I want to go again!
残念ながら私が行った時は満潮でサンドバー見れず腰くらいまで水位がありましたが、それでもとってもきれいで感動しました!
サンゴ礁の周りをシュノーケリングした時も、運良く私達の近くにウミガメが来てくれてとっても近くで一緒に泳ぐことができました!スタッフさん達も盛り上げ上手で帰りは船でウクレレ弾きながら歌ってくれたり、最高に素敵な思い出になりましたっ!また行きたいです!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/20 |
Reviewed by: ホヌさん
I had a great time with a small group. The explanation on how to use the snorkel was thorough, and I didn't encounter any difficulties along the way. I was also satisfied to see turtles up close.
少人数で非常に楽しめました。シュノーケルの使い方の説明も丁寧で途中で困ることもありませんでした。
近くでカメを見ることもでき満足です。
Dear Mr. Hono, thank you for joining the Blue Hawaii Divers tour. I'm glad to hear that you were very satisfied.
On that day, we encountered our first turtle at Keyhole shortly after we started swimming, and a 10-year-old child who participated in the tour found another turtle hiding between the rocks at Sandman's Patch, which was a lot of fun!
I hope you both will consider repeating the tour when you come back to Hawaii. I look forward to seeing you again.
Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
ホヌさん様、この度はブルーハワイダイバースのツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。とてもご満足していただけたようで私も嬉しいです。
この日は泳ぎ始めてすぐにキーホールで1匹目のカメさんに遭遇し、またサンドマンズパッチでは岩と岩の間に隠れているようなカメさんをツアーに参加してくれていた10歳のお子様が見つけてくれたりと、とても楽しかったですね!是非またハワイにお越しの際にはお二人でツアーにリピートしていただければと思います。
またお会いできるのをお待ちしております。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/03 |
Reviewed by: よこやま あきこ
I was thrilled by the number of dolphins that exceeded my expectations.
The day we participated was incredibly lucky; since it was just my husband and me, we had a private tour and were able to set sail early. Within about five minutes of departure, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and we hardly moved the boat at all. We were able to stay in the water and watch the dolphins for a long time.
I was impressed by Daisuke and Kevin, who were in charge that day. Their overflowing love for the dolphins and their professionalism in entertaining the guests were truly remarkable.
There are many dolphin tours available, but I absolutely recommend the Aloha Kona Tour.
予想を上回るイルカの数に大興奮しました。
私たちが参加した日は、とてもラッキーな日で、主人と2人で貸切だったこともあり、早く出航することができたので、出航して5分ほどでイルカの群れに遭遇し、ボートで移動することはほとんどなく、ずっと海に入ってイルカを見ることができました。
この日担当して下さったダイスケさん、ケビンさん、2人のイルカへの溢れる愛情と参加したお客さまを楽しませることへのプロ意識の高さに感動しました。
イルカツアーはたくさんありますが、アロハコナツアーが絶対おすすめです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/03 |
Reviewed by: Scott
This was a great adventure. My wife and I had a wonderful time.
The day started with a bus picking us up from Waikiki to get to Kaneohe Bay. It was short 25 min drive to get there. Once we got off the bus, we headed over to the boat area to join the crew. A tour guide (both Eng and Jpn) was present to walk us through the process the whole time. She walked us through some safety cautions and basic procedures, and the whole crew was very pleasant to be around the whole time.
The boat ride was a few minutes to get to the sandbar. That day, the water was up to our waist. Very refreshing experience to be out in the ocean and have sand to walk on. My wife practiced snorkeling while I walked around, explored, and took pictures. It was a gorgeous sight. Some of the other guests played volleyball in the sand/water, which looked like a lot of fun too.
Soon after, we went back onto the boat and were treated to good ol' barbecue lunch. Cheeseburger, beans, and pineapple. Nothing crazy, but it was nice and filling after an hour of excursion out in the sandbar. We then started traveling to the private reef. During the transit, we were able to witness few turtles and manta rays that swung by to say hi to our boat!
Once we got to the reef, we got basic snorkeling gears and were given about an hour to explore the reef. A little scary at first, but after getting in the ocean, it was a blast. The fishes are not afraid and they come very close to the swimmers. We were lucky enough to catch a turtle while we were swimming too. It was such a beautiful and refreshing experience.
All in all, I definitely recommend the experience to anyone that's visiting Hawaii. For first-timers, it's definitely a beginner friendly experience and you really get a variety of joyous adventures.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: erittttan
Swimming with dolphins has always been a dream of ours, and we participated as a couple! Even on the bus heading to the ocean, our guide Minako shared fun stories, which helped us shake off the early morning sleepiness and get excited for the dolphin tour (^ ^).
Once we arrived at the ocean, it was time to board the boat! There was a restroom break after getting off the bus, so we could board the boat with peace of mind.
The crew on the boat was all local, truly Hawaiian ♡ They were cheerful and fun people ♩.
We received a briefing on snorkeling equipment and set sail while searching for dolphins!
When we spotted a pod of dolphins, everyone jumped into the water! During our first entry, we got to meet the dolphins!
To ensure everyone could see the dolphins up close, during the second entry, those who hadn’t seen them swam near the guide, and everyone was able to see the dolphins safely!
The boat ride to the site was smooth in the early morning with no waves, but on the way back, the waves picked up, and we got soaked, haha.
Also, the boat rocked quite a bit, and several people felt nauseous.
Motion sickness medication is a must.
The water is incredibly beautiful, far beyond what you can compare to in Waikiki, and it’s truly healing. The guides were all wonderful people, making this the best tour where we could genuinely enjoy ourselves.
イルカと泳ぐことがずっと夢だった夫婦2人で参加しました!
海に向かうバスの中もガイドのミナコさんが楽しいお話をしてくれて、早朝で眠かったけど、テンションあげてイルカツアーに望めました(^ ^)
海について、いよいよ乗船!
バスを降りてからトイレ休憩もあるので、安心して船に乗れました!
船のクルーは、地元の方ばかりで、まさにハワイアン♡陽気で楽しい方ばかりでした♩
船でシュノーケル道具の説明を受け、
イルカを探しながら航海!
イルカの群れを見つけたら、みんなで海へ!
1回目の入水で、イルカに会えました!
全員がイルカを近くで見れるように
2回目の入水の時、見れなかった人は
ガイドの近くで泳ぎ、無事全員イルカを見ることができました!
行きの船は、早朝で波もないためあまり酔いませんが、帰りは、波も高くなり、びしょびしょになります笑
また、船も大きく揺れるため、何人も気持ち悪くなってました。
酔い止めは必須です。
ワイキキの海とは比べ物にならないくらい綺麗で、癒されます。
ガイドの方もみんなが良い方々で、純粋に楽しめる最高のツアーです。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: neige
Unfortunately, I didn't check the low tide times, so I couldn't experience the beach. Next time, I want to make sure to do my research before going.
The BBQ lunch meat we had on the boat was very delicious!! I would love to eat it again!
The staff were very kind and it was great.
残念ながら、干潮時間を調べて行かなかったので砂浜を体験することができませんでした。次回はしっかり調べて行きたいと思います。
船上で食べたBBQランチのお肉がとても美味しかったです!!また食べたいと思いました!
スタッフの方はとても親切で良かったです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/29 |
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Aloha! Thank you for enjoying your first sandbar experience. The sandbar shows different expressions each time due to various natural conditions. I wonder what kind of sandbar MAKI will encounter next time!!?? We look forward to seeing you again.
アロハ!初サンドバー体験楽しんで頂けてありがとうございました。
様々な自然条件が重なりあってその都度違う表情を見せるサンドバー。果たしてMAKI様は次回はどんなサンドバーに出会えるか!!??
お待ちしております。