Reviewed by: tktk
I participated in the tour on Sunday, September 23rd at 11:00 with my girlfriend. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins, which made for a very disappointing tour.
Shortly after departure, we spotted several sea turtles surfacing, which was a great start. However, the weather soon took a turn for the worse. Even after two hours, we still hadn't found any dolphins, and the captain took the boat further out, but the winds were very strong that day, and the sea was quite rough. The boat began to sway violently, causing some people to hit their knees and bleed, while others suffered from seasickness, creating chaos on board.
We did snorkel at one spot, where we saw sea turtles, but due to the rough sea, the visibility wasn't impressive, and there weren't many fish, so it was somewhat underwhelming.
As for the timing, I wouldn't recommend starting at 11:00. After the 9:00 pickup, we returned to Waikiki around 17:00. This timing makes it difficult to schedule other activities, so an earlier start is advisable.
In summary, I fully understand that dolphins are wild animals and not guaranteed to be seen, but it was still a disappointing outcome, so I have to give it one star. I heard that if you don't see dolphins, you can participate again for free at any time in the future, so I would like to try again when I visit Hawaii.
9月23日(日)11:00~のツアーに彼女と2人で参加しました。結果的にイルカとは会えず非常に残念なツアーとなってしまいました。
出航後間もなくすると海面に顔を出すウミガメを何匹も見かけ、上々のスタートでした。ただしばらくすると雲行きが怪しくなってきました。
2時間経過してもなおイルカは見つからず、船長さんが沖の方まで船を出しますが、当日は風が非常に強く海は大荒れ。
船体が上下に大きく揺れ始め、膝を打って血を流す方や船酔いに襲われる方が続出し船内はまさに阿鼻叫喚。
スノーケリングだけ途中1箇所でしました。ウミガメはいましたが、海が荒れたせいか透明度も感動する程ではなく、さほど魚も多くなかったためいまいちでした。
時間の使い方としても11時スタートはお勧めできません。9時過ぎピックアップ後、ワイキキに戻ってきたのが17:00過ぎ。他の予定が入れられなくなるため、朝早い時間をお勧めします。
総評として、イルカが野生の生き物であり必ず会える訳ではないと重々承知しておりましたが、やはり残念な結果となってしまったため星1とさせて頂きます。
イルカが見られなかった場合、期間無制限で再度無料で参加できるそうなので、またハワイを訪れた際にチャレンジしたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額! |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/23 |
Reviewed by: にこにこにゃんこ
At Sandbar Beach, I couldn't see the sandy beach due to the water level being up to my waist on the day of the tour, but I still had a good time. The lunch was plentiful and delicious. I was able to see some sea turtles from the boat as well. I saw a decent amount of fish while snorkeling, and overall, I was satisfied.
サンドバービーチはツアー参加日腰くらいまでの水で砂浜は見れませんでしたが、それでもそれなりに楽しめました。お昼もボリュームが満点で美味しく頂けました。ウミガメも船の上からでしたがそれなりに見れました。シュノーケルはお魚もそこそこ見れて、全体的には満足です。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/26 |
Reviewed by: ムムム
It started with a fun and easy-to-understand explanation from Yuki, who perfectly embodied the image of a Hawaiian sister, complete with laughter. The sandbar only appears at the perfect timing, which is difficult since it's a natural phenomenon. Unfortunately, it didn't appear during our visit. All the other staff members, besides Yuki, were friendly and kind. The lunch was also quite substantial. On the day we participated, the weather was rainy and cloudy, but it miraculously cleared up just in time for the sandbar, turtle watching, and snorkeling. As soon as we finished and returned to the port, it started to rain again, so we were really lucky. We were able to see many turtles. It was a lot of fun.
ザ・ハワイのお姉さまっというイメージ通りなユキさんのわかりやすく笑いありの楽しい説明から始まりました。サンドバー自体は絶好のタイミングでのみ砂浜が出てくる事らしく、自然の事なので難しいですね。私たちの時は出現せずでした。ユキさん以外のスタッフの方皆さんも気さくで親切でした。ランチもボリュームありです。私たちの参加日の天気は雨と曇りで、ちょうどサンドバー、ウミガメウォッチング、シュノーケリングのタイミングだけは晴れて、全て終わって港に着いたら雨が降り出し、本当にラッキーでした。ウミガメもたくさん見れました。楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/26 |
Reviewed by: ななこ
It was my first experience, but the explanations and assistance were thorough, and I had a great time. However, I had some trouble understanding the directions to the meeting point since we gathered on-site.
初めての体験でしたが、丁寧に説明やアシストをしてくたさり楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ただ、現地集合で行ったのですが、集合場所の案内がよくわからなかったのが少し困りました。
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| Packages: | 送迎なしプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/24 |
Reviewed by: サラサラ
- Although it's called Sandbar, due to the tides, it wasn't a sandy beach but just a shallow area. The height was about thigh-deep.
- During snorkeling, I didn't see a single fish in the 20 minutes.
- There were a lot of people, and it was quite crowded.
- However, the sea turtle watching was great, and I could see them well.
- The staff members were very friendly and fun.
・サンドバーといいつつ、潮の満ち引きの関係で、砂浜にはならずに、ただの浅瀬でした。高さは太ももあたり。
・シュノーケリングは、正味20分で魚は一匹も見えなかったです。
・人も多くてかなりの混雑でした
・ただ、ウミガメウォッチはよく見えて良かったです。
・スタッフの方々はとても気さくで楽しいみなさんでした。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/25 |
Reviewed by: ryo
The contrast between the "whiteness" of the shallow areas with coral sand and the "blueness" of the deep sea is very beautiful and amazing. It was also my first snorkeling experience, and I had a lot of fun.
サンゴの砂で浅瀬になっている部分の「白さ」と深い海となっている所の「碧さ」のコントラストがとても綺麗で、最高です。
シュノーケリング体験も初めてでしたが、楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/21 |
Reviewed by: puuuu
You can be separated into groups of Japanese and non-Japanese participants! So, while the Japanese side was a bit crowded, I think everyone had their own seats and could relax except when gathering for explanations.
First, we went to the sandbar for snorkeling practice! It was incredibly beautiful! Don't worry, there’s plenty of time for taking photos and playing ☻ Just keep in mind that depending on the time, the water can come up to your waist, so I think it's best to check in advance before participating!
After that, we moved on, and during that time, they grilled meat for our hamburger lunch! It was so delicious that I finished it in no time! You can drink beverages for free whenever you want! Only the alcohol is settled afterward!
Then we went turtle watching, and finally, we had more snorkeling! There was plenty of time for that too! They provide lifeguards, fins, and snorkeling masks, so you don’t need to prepare anything!
However, it was quite windy and cold during the move, so a jacket is essential! There are no towels provided, so make sure to bring one! But I think it will dry quickly because of the strong wind!
The meeting place is in front of the green hut at the back! Since I wasn't exactly on time, there's no need to rush if you arrive a bit late for the gathering time (laughs).
I had so much fun that I want to participate again!
日本人と、それ以外の方でボートを分けられます!なので日本人側は若干混んでいましたが説明で上に集まる時以外は皆さん各自席がありゆっくりできたと思います。
まずは、サンドバーに行ってシュノーケリングの練習!すごく綺麗でした!写真を撮る時間も遊ぶ時間もたくさんあるので安心してください☻ただ時間によっては海が腰あたりまで来るのであらかじめ自分で調べて参加するのがいいかと思います!
その後移動して、その間に焼いてくれたお肉でハンバーガーランチ!これがすごーく美味しくてあっという間に食べちゃいました!
飲み物も飲みたい時にタダで飲めます!お酒だけ事後精算です!
その後ウミガメウォッチングをして、最後はシュノーケリング!こちらも時間はたくさんありました!ライフガード、フィン、シュノーケリングのマスク等すべて貸してくださるので用意は不要です!
ただ、移動中は風が強くて寒いので上着は必須です!タオルも貸し出しはないのでどちらかを持ってくれば!でも、風が強くて乾くので大丈夫だとも思います!
集合場所は奥の方にあるの緑の小屋の前です!時間ぴったりではなかったので、集合時間に来なくても焦らなくて大丈夫です(笑)
また参加したいと思うほど楽しかったです!
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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: | 2018/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Ken R
This trip is AMAZING and Highly recommended. The 4 gentlemen that took us out were great and very attentive. They took us to the best spot for snorkelling and saw a ton if sea turtles. The atmosphere and company can't be beat. If you don't do ANYTHING ELSE in Hawaii do THIS!!!!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/23 |
Reviewed by: catchme
The helicopter tour was wonderful and moving, with great weather. However, I had requested a Japanese guide, and that was not the case. I understood that it wasn't guaranteed, but I thought my request should have been communicated to the operating company, so it would have been nice to receive an explanation that "there is no Japanese guide." Perhaps I was expecting too much since I have always had enjoyable experiences with VELTRA, but I was really looking forward to having a Japanese guide, so it was disappointing.
ヘリツアーは天気もよく感動的で素晴らしかった。ただ、日本人のガイド希望でオーダーしていたのに、そうではなかった点。確約ではないことは承知していましたが、リクエストは運行会社に伝わっているはずですから、「日本語ではないです」旨の説明があってもよかったのかなと思いました 。今までVELTRAさんで楽しい経験ばかりだったので期待しすぎたせいかもしれませんが、日本語ガイドを楽しみにしていただけに残念です。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/23 |
Reviewed by: りーな
We participated in a snorkeling tour with our 5-year-old child. We often sign up for snorkeling tours when traveling, but this was our first time on a large boat, as we usually take speedboats.
Since the meeting point was local, we needed to park our rental car at the tour company's parking lot, but we were a bit confused about the location, so be careful with that. (It takes just under 50 minutes from Waikoloa.)
In this tour, we were the only Japanese participants, and the rest were Westerners, but they spoke in quite clear English, so we could get the gist of things from the atmosphere. Right after departure, there was a breakfast buffet, and soft drinks were available for free if you asked at the bar counter; our child enjoyed drinking juice. The waves were calm, so there was no spilling of drinks, and the stability was definitely different.
The snorkeling spot was quite deep (about 10 meters?), but the water was very clear, allowing us to see the bottom. While we weren't surrounded by a large number of tropical fish like at the Great Barrier Reef, we did encounter some colorful fish, which was enjoyable. The boat also had a slide and a diving board, but we didn't challenge ourselves with those... (The Westerners were diving in a lot, though!)
For lunch, we had handmade hamburgers. We could choose our own patties, buns, and vegetables to assemble our burgers. True to American style, the patties were very good and delicious, and drinks were always available, making for a comfortable and relaxing experience.
If you have small children, many snorkeling tours on the Big Island have age restrictions, often requiring participants to be 12 years or older, but this one was fine. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins, but it was a very enjoyable memory!
5歳の子供を連れてシュノーケルツアーに参加。よく旅行先ではシュノーケルツアーを申し込んでますが、今までスピードボートばかりで、今回のような大型船は初めてでした。
現地集合のため、レンタカーを催行会社の駐車場に停める必要があるのですが場所がよくわからず戸惑ってしまいましたので、かなり注意です。(ワイコロアからだと50分弱かかります)
このツアーで日本人は私たちのみで残りは欧米人しかいませんでしたが、かなりクリアな英語で話してくれるので雰囲気で内容は察せそうです。出航後すぐに朝食のビュッフェがあり、ソフトドリンクはバーカウンターの方に頼めばフリーで出してくれますし、子供はジュースを好んで飲んでいました。波も穏やかだったせいかドリンクが零れるような揺れもなく、安定感はやはり違いますね。
シュノーケルスポットは水深は深い(10m弱くらいかな?)ですがかなり海の透明度が高く、底が見えます。グレートバリアリーフのような大量の熱帯魚に囲まれることはありませんが、カラフルな魚には割と出会えるので楽しめるかと。
船にはスライダーや飛び込み台もありますが、さすがにこちらは挑戦せず…(欧米人の方はめっちゃ飛び込んでました笑)
昼食は今はハンドメイドのハンバーガーです。パティやバンズ、野菜など、自分で取って組み合わせて食べるスタイルです。さすがはアメリカ、パティの肉感がとても良く美味しく頂けましたし、常時飲み物は頂けるので、快適に寛いで過ごすことが出来ました。
小さいお子さん連れだとハワイ島のシュノーケルツアーは12歳から等の年齢制限があるものも多く参加出来ないこともありますが、こちらは大丈夫です。
私たちはイルカには残念ながら会えませんでしたが、とても楽しい思い出となりました!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Amy
We chose the best day during our stay, but honestly, the sandbar wasn't as shallow as we expected. However, fortunately, the weather was great, and we got to see truly wonderful views, so I am very satisfied.
When selecting a tour, it seems that encountering a shallower sandbar depends on the tour duration and the timing of low tide.
It was fun.
私達は、滞在期間の中で一番良い条件の日を選びましたが、正直期待していたほどサンドバーは浅くなかったです。でも幸運なことに天候に恵まれて本当に素晴らしい景色が見られたので、私は大満足です。
ツアーを選ぶにあたって、より浅いサンドバーに出会えるのは、ツアー時間と、浅い干潮時の時刻が近いことだそうです。
楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/30 |
Reviewed by: Amy
I chose the day with the best conditions during my stay, as it was the closest to low tide time. Luckily, it was sunny, and I was able to see a beautiful, clear ocean.
On the day we participated, there were a lot of people, and two boats went out together. After arriving at the sandbar, we split into those who wanted to relax and those who wanted to snorkel. The snorkeling felt like everyone was swimming in a line in the same spot, so depending on the number of participants, it might feel a bit lacking for those who want to swim while observing slowly. However, I enjoyed it overall because I got to see beautiful scenery.
干潮の浅い日が狙い目ということで、干潮時間がツアー時間に一番近い、滞在中で一番条件が良い日を選びました。ラッキーなことに、晴天で、綺麗で透き通った海を見ることができました。
私たちが参加した日は人数が大変多くて、2台のボートが一緒に出ました。サンドバーに到着した後、ゆっくり過ごしたい人、シュノーケルをしたい人で分かれます。シュノーケリングは、みんなで一斉に同じ場所を一列で泳いでいく感じだったので、参加人数にもよりますが、ゆっくり観察しながら泳ぎたい人には物足りなく感じるかもしれません。キレイな景色が見れたので、全体的に私はとっても楽しめました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/26 |
Reviewed by: もりちゃん
I think it took about 40 minutes from departure to see the dolphins. The day before, it took an hour and a half, so we were able to see the dolphins really quickly.
According to the guide, there were a lot of dolphins today—maybe around 200? They kept coming one after another, which was surprising!
Once we got into the water, we could hear the dolphins' sounds very clearly.
Thank you for an amazing experience!
出港してからイルカに会えるまで約40分ぐらいだったと思います。前日は1時間半かかったとの事だったのですごく早くイルカに会えました。
ガイドさん曰く今日はすごい沢山のイルカがいるよ〜と、200頭とかいたのかな⁇次から次へとイルカがやって来てビックリ!
海に入るとイルカの鳴き声がすごく聴こえてました。
最高に素敵な体験をありがとうござます。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/20 |
Reviewed by: sho
One thing that was a bit disappointing was that I couldn't see any lava. Even though I was looking down into the crater, it was just a big hole because it had calmed down. I thought I would be able to see the lava entering the sea, but it seems that either there was never a plan for that, or it was no longer possible due to the calm.
The optional trip down to the base of the waterfall was amazing. I can't really gauge the true scale, but it felt like being at the bottom of Kegon Falls, looking up from below. There was no one else around, so it felt like a private waterfall. There's only enough space for one helicopter to land, and I don't think you can get there by car. I highly recommend this optional tour.
The helicopter guide and pilot was a Japanese person. It seems that the group I happened to be with had booked through the guide's website, which is why a Japanese guide was assigned. Requesting a Japanese guide might not be very effective.
Lastly, it was my first time on a helicopter, and if you're prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some medication. The vibrations from the helicopter can make you feel queasy. The flight itself wasn't scary, and even though it was my first time, I didn't feel particularly moved by it (laughs).
少しガッカリしたことは溶岩が見れなかったこと。火口を上から見てるのに、沈静化したためにただの大きな穴でした。溶岩が海に入っていくところが見れるのかと思っていたら、もともとそんな予定がなかったのか、沈静化したことでなくなったなのか、見れませんでした。
オプショナルの滝の麓に降りるやつは凄かったです。本当の規模はわかりませんが、華厳の滝の滝つぼ付近に降りたってしたから上を見るような感じです。私たち以外誰もいませんのでプライベート滝?です。ヘリコプター1台が降り立つスペースしかないし、車では来れないと思います。このオプショナルはオススメです。
ヘリコプターのガイド兼操縦士さんは日本人の方でした。どうやらたまたま一緒に乗り合わせたグループの方がガイドさんのホームページから予約されたため、日本人の方がガイドに着いたようです。日本語ガイドの希望を出しても、あまり意味が無いかもです。
最後に、ヘリコプターに初めて乗りましたが、酔いやすい人は酔い止め飲んだ方がいいかもです。ヘリコプターの振動が酔いそうになります。飛行自体は怖くもなく、初めて乗ったのですが、あまり感動はなかったです(笑)
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/24 |
Reviewed by: もっとさん
I participated in dolphin snorkeling for the first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. I thought it would be a diving boat, but it turned out to be a Zodiac. The captain and the navigator were humorous and taught us a lot. It seemed that other boats were also searching for dolphins, but most of them couldn't find any, and the main Spinner Dolphins were elusive. However, we did spot the endangered Hawaiian monk seal along the way! After that, we zoomed around in the Zodiac, holding on tight, and discovered a pod of bottlenose dolphins! Unlike the Spinner Dolphins, they don't approach humans, so when we got close, they would dive away. Thanks to the captain's determination, we were able to see about six of them up close, which was fantastic!!!
However, preparing and challenging myself multiple times was tough for a guy over 50.
初めてハワイ島でイルカシュノーケリングへ参加しました。
ダイビングの時に載る船かな~と思っていたらゾディアックということでした。とにかく船長にナビゲーターの方がユーモラスで色々と教えてくれました。今回は他の船もイルカを探していたようですがほとんどの船がイルカに会えずメインのSpinner Dolphinは見つからず、途中絶滅危惧種のハワイアンモンクシールを発見!その後もゾディアックでガンガン飛ばして落ちないようにつかまっているうちにバンドウイルカの親子の群れを発見!でも、Spinner Dolphinと違って人間に寄ってこないため近づくと潜ってしまいます。そこを船長の根性で無事6頭ほど間近で見ることができてよかった!!!
でも、何度も準備してチャレンジは50過ぎの親父にはきつかった~~。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Sho
Good points:
There were two guides, a Japanese guide and a local guide. They provided detailed support, which allowed me to enjoy the experience without any worries. I received all the photos taken on the day via Facebook.
Bad points:
The sea was a bit rough, so we could only swim in the lagoon, and the water wasn't very clear. Since we had a guide, I wished we could have gone closer to the beautiful open sea. (There were children participating, so I hope for more advanced support for intermediate to advanced swimmers.) There was hardly any time to relax on the beach.
良い点
日本人ガイド+現地人ガイドの2人で催行。きめ細かいフォローをしてくれたので、不安なく楽しめた。
当日撮った写真は全部FB経由で貰える。
悪い点
海が少し荒れていたのか、ラグーンの中でしか泳げず水中があまり綺麗ではなかった。せっかくガイド付きなので、綺麗な外海近くまでは行って欲しかった。(子ずれも参加していて一緒に泳ぐ形だったので、中上級者向けのフォローアップを望む)
ビーチでゆっくりする時間がほとんどなかった。
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Aussie
This was my first time snorkelling, so, although I love to swim, was a bit apprehensive about the mask and snorkel. Both guides were great. Pick up on time, lots of interesting information along the drive, friendly, professional and took care of safety. Explained everything well. I had difficulty with the breathing bit and they were very helpful and calming.
Thank you, glad you had a good time. Hope we see you again.
Dan and Chieko.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/20 |
Reviewed by: tomo
I chose this tour based on checking the tide and finding a good location at a reasonable time. I saw plenty of sea turtles, but I would have been a bit more satisfied if we had gone to the sandbar before the tide rose. The water level was rising quickly, and by the time we left, it had become quite deep. During snorkeling, I could see the fish well, but there were so many people that it felt like a hot spring. I ended up seeing more people's feet than fish. Overall, the weather was nice, and I saw what I expected, so it was as anticipated. It has a cliché feel, but it seems to be a must-do tour.
潮位を調べて、かつ、できるだけましな時間で場所も良い、という観点からこのツアーを選びました。ウミガメはたくさん見れましたが、先に潮位が高くなる前にサンドバーへ行ってくれると、もう少し満足できたような。みるみる水位が上がってきて、帰るころにはかなり深くなっていました。シュノーケリングでは魚がしっかり見れましたが、あまりにも人が多くて、温泉状態。魚より人の足の方をたくさん見た、という感じです。一応、天気も良く、見るもの見たので、予想どおりというところでしょうか。ベタなところですが外せないツアーなのかな、という印象です。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/22 |
Reviewed by: めいりん
Swimming with dolphins has been a dream of mine for many years. I participated in the tour with a bit of sleepiness from the early morning departure, but I had a great time listening to the staff share many stories about Hawaii and dolphins during the journey; the hour flew by. After boarding, everyone enjoyed chatting together as the captain guided the boat out to sea! I thought we might see only two or three dolphins at most, but when we arrived at the dolphin spot, we encountered over 30 dolphins, and my excitement skyrocketed. We also met sea turtles and gentle sharks, feeling like Ariel♪ After snorkeling, we enjoyed pork rice balls and snacks on the boat while dancing the hula on the way back. From start to finish, it was a truly fun and happy time. I would love to participate again the next time I come to Hawaii.
イルカと泳ぐのが長年の夢でした。朝早くの出発で少し眠さもありながらツアーに参加しましたが、道中にスタッフさんからハワイやイルカについてのお話を沢山聞けて、すごく楽しく1時間があっという間でした。乗船後もみんなで楽しく会話しながら、船長さんの赴くままに船は出航!!!!イルカに会えても、せいぜい2.3頭だろうと思っていましたが、いざイルカ達のポイントに着くと、30頭以上のイルカ達に出会えて、テンションが上がりまくりました。ウミガメや大人しいサメにも出会え、気分はアリエル状態♪シュノーケル後は、船上でポークおにぎりやおかしを食べ、フラダンスを踊りながらの帰航。初めから最後まで、全てがとても楽しい幸せな時間でした。次にハワイに来る時も、また参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/21 |
Reviewed by: すみれ
We participated as a couple with our 9-year-old child. It was everyone's first time snorkeling, but thanks to Chieko, we were able to participate smoothly, both kids and adults. We swam across Hanauma Bay for about an hour, but I think it's better for slim people and children to rent wetsuits, as the body gets colder than expected. Also, for those who are prone to seasickness, it's reassuring to take motion sickness medication. We got to see beautiful tropical fish and even a turtle, which made for the best memories! I would love to participate again when we come back to Hawaii. Thank you very much! 😊
夫婦と9歳の子供1人で参加させて頂きました。
シュノーケリングは全員初めてでしたが、ちえこさんに色々教えて頂き、子供も大人もスムーズに参加することができました。
約1時間程ハナウマ湾を横断する感じで泳ぎますが、痩せ型の人や子供さんはウェットスーツを借りた方がよろしいかと思います。思ったより体が冷えてきますので。。それから、波に酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んだ方が安心です。
綺麗な熱帯魚、そしてカメにも会えて最高の思い出になりました!
またハワイに来た際には参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました(^^)
Thank you, Sumire, for bringing your family of three the other day. I'm glad you enjoyed it. There were some waves in the morning due to the high tide, but that's why the turtles came in, and you were truly lucky to swim with two turtles for a long time. Since your dad felt a bit seasick, I hope next time he can take some motion sickness medication, and you all can come back again. We are always waiting for you.
Thank you very much for coming. Mahalo!!
すみれ様、先日はご家族3名様でお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。楽しんでいただけて良かったです。満ち潮で午前中より少し波ありでしたが、だからこそ、その波に乗ってカメさんもインサイドへ入ってきてくれて、2匹のカメさんとずーっと一緒に泳げて本当にラッキーなお客様でした。パパさんはちょっと波酔いでしたので、次回は酔い止めを飲んでいただいてまた皆様でリピートしていただけたらと思っています。いつでも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: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/21 |
Reviewed by: S.Ives
Our Kayak and Snorkel tour was unbelievable! We saw spinner dolphins up close while we kayaked in a beautiful bay! They came up quite close to our kayak...we loved it soooo much! We then went over to the snorkel area near the Captain Cook memorial site. The reef is healthy and the colourful fish are everywhere! Our guide was Jay who was easy going and very pleasant and welcoming! I highly recommend this tour! I will for sure be back in the future!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/21 |
Reviewed by: アロハロコモコ
One of the things on my bucket list was to swim with dolphins, and I made it happen. The weather was refreshing, the waves were calm, and the sea was very clear, making it the perfect day for the tour. The staff were bright and cheerful, which made for a fun experience throughout. I got to see a large group of dolphins and even met a sea turtle; it was truly an amazing time. Waking up early is tough, but I was a bit jet-lagged anyway, and I could sleep on the bus during the ride, so it wasn't too hard. We returned by early afternoon, allowing us to spend the rest of the day meaningfully. One thing to note is that if you are prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some medication, as there seemed to be a difference between those who did and didn't.
死ぬまでにやりたいことリストに入ってたひとつ、イルカと泳ぐこと。実現しました。天気も爽快、波も穏やか、海の透明度も高い日だったそうで、最高のツアー日だったそうです。スタッフの方々の明るさ、陽気さもあり、終始楽しい時間になりました。イルカの大群にも会えたし、ウミガメにも会えたし、本当に最高の時間でした。朝早いのは辛いけど、そもそも少し時差ボケ気味だったのと、移動中にバスの中で寝れるので、そんなに苦ではないです。昼過ぎには戻れるので、その後の1日も有意義に過ごせます。ひとつだけ注意点があるとすると、車などに酔いやすい人は、酔い止めを飲んだ方がいいかもしれません。飲んでる人と飲んでない人で差があった模様。。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Sam
Had a great time out, saw loads of turtles and even dolphins. Also great to experience the waves whilst sailing out. Jeromino was a really great guide, the whole team were brilliant and took fantastic care of us. Would really recommend this tour definite one oc the highlights of our stay on Oahu!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/15 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ初心者
The weather was great, and I was lucky to meet a lot of dolphins! Since the waves were strong, I recommend taking motion sickness medication if you're worried about seasickness. I took some and was totally fine. It seems that the timing of encounters depends on luck, so it’s best to schedule with some extra time.
天候、イルカさんの気分に恵まれ、たくさんのイルカさんに会えました!波が強かったので、船酔いや波酔いが心配な場合は酔い止めを飲むことをお勧めします。自分は酔い止めを飲んで全然大丈夫でした。遭遇のタイミングは運によるらしいので、時間に余裕を持ってスケジューリングしといたほうが良さそうと思います。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/20 |
Reviewed by: まいち。
It seems that the phases of the moon and the tides are related. Rather than a sandbar, it was a beautiful sea that came up to my waist. The water was very clear, and I encountered many sea turtles on the way to the sandbar.
At first, when I entered the water, I thought, "It's cold!" but I got used to it after a while. Also, for all the smokers out there! Smoking is prohibited on the boat, but you can smoke in the water! I think having a smoke while standing in the waist-deep water is exceptional, so I recommend bringing your cigarettes!
As for snorkeling, the mask was covered in fine scratches and didn't have anti-fog treatment, so it fogged up quickly after just 2-3 minutes. Additionally, since we were swimming in a group next to the coral, the water became murky and it was hard to see, causing the fish to flee. There were many people who weren't used to it, so it inevitably became a bit crowded.
Participation in snorkeling seems to be optional, so it might be more meaningful to play around the boat. If you're mainly looking to snorkel and seeking the sandbar mentioned in guidebooks, I wouldn't particularly recommend it.
The staff from the tour company were cheerful, friendly, and kind, which was very nice. The sandwiches for lunch were also delicious.
月の満ち欠けと、潮の満ち引きが関係しているらしく
サンドバーっていうよりかは腰までくる綺麗な海でした
透明度が高くて、サンドバーに付くまでの間にウミガメにもたくさん会えました
最初、海に入ったときは「冷たい!」と思いますが、入っているうちに慣れていく感じ
あとは愛煙家の皆さん!!
船の中では禁煙ですが、海の中では喫煙できますよ!!
腰の高さまである海の中での一服は格別だと思われますので、愛煙家の皆さんはお煙草持って行くのをオススメします!!
シュノーケルは、マスクが細かい傷だらけなのと、曇り止めをしていないので2~3分付けていたらすぐ曇ってしまいます
あと、やはり団体で珊瑚の横を泳ぐので、水が濁って見えづらくなる&魚が逃げます
慣れてない人もたくさんいらっしゃるので、どうしても芋洗い状態になってしまうのだと思います
シュノーケルの参加は自由みたいなので、船のまわりでシャパシャパ遊んでる方が有意義かもしれません
シュノーケルをメインに考えている&ガイドブックに載ってるサンドバーを求めている方には、あまりオススメはしません
催行会社の方々は、陽気で気さく、優しい方が多いのでそこはとても良かったです
お昼のサンドイッチも美味しかった
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/18 |
Reviewed by: まるおー
We were blessed with beautiful sunny weather, enjoyed practicing snorkeling and playing volleyball in the shallow waters, and savored freshly grilled beef hamburgers on the boat. After that, we had a great time watching sea turtles and experiencing authentic snorkeling. It was fun to be surrounded by many tropical fish while also getting to see sea turtles!
晴天の天気に恵まれ、海の中に出来た浅瀬でシュノーケリングの練習とバレーボールを楽しみ、船上で焼きたてビーフハンバーガーを堪能した後は、ウミガメウォッチと本格シュノーケリングを楽しみました。シュノーケリングでは多くの熱帯魚に囲まれながら、ウミガメを見る事も出来て楽しかったです!
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/18 |
Reviewed by: yksg
Having brunch on the ocean is an experience that is quite rare in everyday life, so it became a wonderful memory. My husband also seemed very satisfied. Since I didn't have a rash guard, I purchased an original rash guard before entering the water. I thought it was a bit expensive, but it was the right choice since it was a little chilly. Unfortunately, when I washed it, the color of the original rash guard faded significantly and transferred to other items. I hope this can be improved.
海の上でブランチが食べれるというのは日常から考えるとなかなか出来ない体験なので良い思い出になりました。主人もとても満足した様子でした。ラッシュを持ってなかったので海に入る前にオリジナルラッシュを購入しました。若干高いなと思いましたが、少し寒かったので正解でした。残念だったのが洗濯するとオリジナルラッシュの色落ちが激しく、他のものに色移りします。これは改良されると良いなと思いました
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you for purchasing the rash guard. I apologize for the color fading! Our staff also uses it, and we haven't heard of any color fading issues until now... We will work on improving the quality so you can enjoy it for a longer time. Thank you!
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。
ラッシュガードご購入ありがとうございます。色落ちしたんですね!!すみません。スタッフももちろん愛用しており今まで色落ちの話は聞いたことなかったのですが。。。。
よりクオリティアップして長く愛用して頂けるようにしますね。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/15 |
Reviewed by: anetta0000
The clear sea sparkled beautifully under the bright sun, and the sandbar was lovely. Personally, I think it's worth experiencing at least once. For us, the short course was sufficient. It would have been even better if we could meet on-site. The bus was cold, and it can get chilly if the weather changes, so I recommend bringing a hoodie or something to wear. It might be better to enjoy it with a small group charter.
よく晴れていたので澄んだ海がキラキラ光ってサンドバーは綺麗でした。個人的にいけないので1度は体験しても良いかと思います。我々としてはショートコースで十分でした。現地集合できればもっと良かったですが。バスの中が寒かったり、天候が変わると寒いのでフーディなど羽織りものを持って行ったほうがいいと思います。
少人数チャーターで楽しむ方がいいかもしれません。
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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: | 2018/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/11 |
Reviewed by: ハワイヒロ
The shuttle from the hotel to the port was not operated by Japanese staff. Upon arriving at the port, you will need to sign a document stating that you will not hold anyone responsible for any issues that may arise during the tour. There is a Japanese version available, so it's best to ask the staff. After signing the document and handing it to the staff, you will receive a plastic boarding pass in exchange.
There is a Japanese crew member (this time it was a person named Takako) on board the ship, but there is no specific Japanese support until boarding. You can ask questions if needed, but once you get your boarding pass, you just need to board the ship. About 150 people were on the ship, but there were only five Japanese participants, including us. Takako will explain the precautions and things you should do early on, so there's no need to worry.
Depending on the weather, you can generally snorkel at two locations. It takes about an hour to reach Molokini Island (landing is not allowed), where you will have about an hour for snorkeling before returning to the ship. After another 30-40 minutes of sailing, you will arrive at the second snorkeling point.
The second floor of the ship has no roof and is exposed to direct sunlight, so since we didn't want to get sunburned, we stayed on the first floor. The ship moves at a considerable speed, creating strong winds, and the transition from Molokini to the next spot and the return from the second snorkeling point can be very cold if you are still wet from the sea. If you're okay with getting sunburned, the second floor or outside should be fine, but I recommend bringing an extra bath towel or a dry jacket.
There is a restroom on the ship, but it is small and not very clean, so changing clothes thoroughly may be difficult. My first snorkeling experience at Molokini Island during my second visit to Maui was very enjoyable, and I truly felt like I was in Hawaii!
ホテルから港への送迎は日本人ではありませんでした。
港に着くと、このツアーで何かあっても自己責任で訴えませんというような書類にサインをして、チェックインとなりますが、日本語版も用意されているので、スタッフに聞いた方がいいです。
書類にサインし、スタッフに渡すと交換でプラスチックの乗船券をもらえます。
日本人のクルー(今回はタカコさんという方)は船の中にいらっしゃるので、乗船までは日本人のフォローは特にありません。
聞けば教えてもらえますが乗船券さえゲットすれば乗るだけです。
船には150人程乗船しましたが、日本人参加者は私達含め5名でした。
注意事項や早目に行動すべきことについてはタカコさんがきちんと説明してくださるので心配いらないです。
天候によるかもしれませんが、基本2箇所でシュノーケルができます。
港から1時間程度でモロキニ島に到着(上陸はできません)、1時間程度シュノーケルの時間があり船に戻り、
また30-40分程度乗って2箇所目のシュノーケルポイントに到着します。
船の2階は屋根がなく直射日光なので、日焼けしたくない私達は1階にいました。かなりのスピードで走るのでとても風が強く、モロキニから次のスポットへの移動と2箇所目からの帰港は海に入ってびしょ濡れのままだと非常に寒くなります。日焼けOKなら2階もしくは外にいれば大丈夫だと思いますが、バスタオルを余分に持つか乾いた上着の持参をオススメします。
トイレは船にありますが、狭くてキレイとはいいがたいので、ガッツリ着替えは難しいと思います。
2度目のマウイで初めてのモロキニ島シュノーケルはとても楽しく、ハワイに来た!っていう実感を得られました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/15 |
Reviewed by: リヘイ
The meeting time was early in the morning, and from there we traveled over an hour by bus to the west side of Oahu, which was our destination. Although it was early, I was sleepy, but the guide's high energy and enjoyable, informative talk made the time fly, and we arrived at our destination in no time.
We boarded the boat and set off in search of dolphins with a cheerful crew. Along the way, we were healed by the untouched nature and beautiful sea of the west side, and when we spotted dolphins, we jumped in and swam around. The water was so clear that we could see them from a distance. When we found the dolphins, it was exhilarating, and the adrenaline kicked in, making us swim a lot.
Since we spent quite a bit of time with the dolphins, we didn't have time to search for sea turtles, but personally, I think that was fine. The crew was always trying to entertain us, so we enjoyed ourselves throughout the trip. On the way back to the port, we all did hula dancing on the boat, which was a fun way to end the day.
This tour allows you to fully enjoy Hawaii's great nature, so I recommend it to anyone who wants to experience Hawaii from a perspective away from the land.
朝早い集合時間で、そこからバスで1時間以上移動したオアフ島の西側が目的地でした。朝早いので眠かったですが、ガイドさんのテンションの高さと楽しく勉強になるトークであっと言う間に目的地に到着。
船に乗船して、陽気なクルーと共にイルカ探しに出発。
途中、西側の手付かずの自然と綺麗な海に癒されつつ、イルカが見つかると飛び込んで泳ぎまくり。海が綺麗なので遠くにいてもわかります。
イルカが見つかった時は感動と共にアドレナリンが出て、たくさん泳いでしまいますね。
イルカにかなりの時間を費やしたのでウミガメ探しはなくなりましたがそれはそれでよかったかなと個人的には思います。
クルーたちは何かと楽しませようとしているので、終始楽しめます。
帰港途中で船の上でみんなでフラダンスをして楽しく終わりました。
ハワイの大自然を満喫できるツアーでもあるので、陸から離れた視点でハワイを感じたい方にもオススメです。
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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: | 2018/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/16 |
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Thank you for joining our tour. Unfortunately, it seems that the sea conditions were not good, possibly due to the lingering effects of Hurricane Olivia. This is a natural phenomenon, and we sincerely apologize for it. We can only take you out to sea when the conditions are safe and the waves are calm for everyone's safety. While it's easy to go out at Hanauma Bay, returning to the inside can be challenging due to the currents, making it a difficult beach. Therefore, we carefully assess the sea conditions and only guide you out when it is safe.
We hope you will join us again in the future, and we would love to take you out to sea then. For intermediate to advanced customers, we also recommend the experience diving at Hanauma Bay, which you can book through the English page on Veltra.
Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
この度はツアーにお越しいただきましてありがとうございます。残念ながらハリケーンオリビアの影響がまだ残っていたためか、海の状態が良くなかったようですね。こればかりは自然現象ですので申し訳ございません。また沖に行けるのは皆様の安全のため、海の状態が良くて波がない時のみとなります。ハナウマ湾は簡単に沖に出る事はできますが、インサイドに戻ってくる時には流れがあり大変なビーチなのです。ですから本当に海の状態を見極めて、大丈夫な時だけ沖の方へはご案内させていただいております。
是非また機会がありましたら、その時は沖の方までお連れできればいいなあと思っておりますのでリピートしてくださいね。
中上級者のお客様にはハナウマ湾での体験ダイビングもオススメです。Veltraの英語ページからお申し込みいただけます。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!