All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

This is a great experience if you do not enjoy snorkeling this is the experience for you!

We were lucky that it was a beautiful day on the water. Everything was perfect! We saw so many whales we couldn't keep up with which side of the boat they were breaching on. Our "Captain Dan" was the most amazing host. He provided a lot of insight into the whales (their behaviour, etc), the surrounding area & history, the crew on the boat and even his own life. It wouldn't have been the same without him onboard. Thanks, "Lieutenant Dan"!! Riley was an excellent bar keep and equipment manager. I don't remember the names of the rest but all were so professional and accommodating. Snorkelling on the Molokini for a newbie like my wife was a breeze thanks to ALL of them. Will definitely book this again when we go back to Maui.

Captain Tee was very helpful, and the weather was great—awesome!! I had a lot of fun. The other staff members also contributed to the excitement, and I was able to spend a wonderful time. I've been on other tours, but I'm really glad I chose Captain Bruce's tour. Jackie was also very kind and took many family photos for us. Thank you!!

キャプテンのティーさんがとてもよくしてくれて、天気も良くてサイコ～！！でした。
楽しかったです。ほかのスタッフの皆さんも盛り上げてくださり、素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。ほかのツアーも言ったことがあるのですが、
やっぱりキャプテン・ブルースのツアーにしてよかったです。ジャッキーさんもとてもやさしく、家族の写真をたくさん撮っていただきました。ありがとう！！

I was looking forward to Molokini, but unfortunately, the weather was bad with rain the day before. The sky was covered with thick, dull clouds, and the sea didn't shine brightly. There weren't as many fish as I had hoped, but I did encounter sea turtles. After snorkeling, I enjoyed the resort atmosphere with free drinks, including beer. I was a bit surprised that the transportation was a taxi, and I didn't realize it was for us right away.

楽しみにしていたモロキニでしたが、前日も雨であいにくの天気。どんより厚い曇に覆われ、明るく輝く海とはなりませんでした。魚の数は期待したほど多くはありませんでしたが、海亀には遭遇出来ました。シュノーケリング後はフリードリンクでビールも飲めてリゾート気分を味わえました。送迎がタクシーだったのはちょっとビックリで、自分たちの出迎えと直ぐには分かりませんでした。

The guides were hilarious and very inviting! We saw a ton of turtles and even a shark while snorkeling! After getting back on the boat we cruised down Waikiki and saw a baby whale breaching and playing in the water. Such a fun morning! Best experience here on Honolulu!

It was amazing. I saw a lot of sea turtles. It was a bit cold, but the weather was nice, and I was able to go snorkeling. My daughter was very happy. It's definitely worth experiencing at least once.

最高でした。ウミガメたくさん見れました。少し寒かったですが、天気も良く、シュノーケリングもでき、娘も大喜び。一度は体験してみる価値あり。

In the morning, around 5:30, a private bus will come to pick you up at the hotel.

Wear your swimsuit and throw on a light T-shirt and shorts before heading out!

On the way, we learned about the islands and dolphins. We were also informed about the meaning of the name of the Private Dolphin Middle School. Our guide, Julie, was very entertaining and informative.

Since it was said to be cold, we rented wetsuits for $10. While we were used to the cold water, some others were shivering, so it might be better to rent one for more enjoyment. It might also be a good idea to have a bath towel. If you are prone to seasickness, it seems wise to take some medication beforehand.

Ten minutes after the boat departed, we were quite lucky that day (thanks to the captain's dad!) and quickly encountered a pod of about 30 dolphins! I was moved by the graceful swimming of the dolphins. A colleague who joined us even saw a dolphin rubbing its belly! ♡

We tried three times and were able to see them perfectly twice. In this tour, the youngest participant was a 4-year-old, and everyone was able to see the dolphins clearly, with about 30 people on the tour all looking very satisfied. (The confirmation that no one missed seeing them was also excellent!)

After that, we were able to swim with the great professor turtle at the snorkeling spot.

The photographer, John, was taking lots of pictures, so if you want photos, it might be a good idea to have him take plenty!

We brought an underwater camera, but we also wanted a three-shot with the turtle professor and professional photos of the dolphins, so we purchased them for $50! You can choose between data or USB. You can also decide later whether to buy the photos, so if you feel you got some great shots after the tour, it's worth purchasing!

On the way back, you will ride the bus in your wet swimsuit. You can return to the hotel around noon, so you can go out afterward.

It was an amazing time that makes you want to go to Hawaii just for this tour! My colleague kept saying that they would be happy to do this tour again while we were in Hawaii! Haha. I am filled with gratitude for Julie, our guide, and all the crew members of the tour. I look forward to seeing you all again! ♡

朝、5時半頃ホテルまで、専用バスでお迎えに来てくれます。

水着を来て、上に軽くＴシャツ、短パンなどを羽織って出発！

行きのバスでは島やイルカについてのお勉強。
私立イルカ中学の名前の意味も教えていただけます。
委員長（ガイド）のジュリさんのお話もとても楽しくて、勉強になりました。
　
寒いとのことだったので、ウェットスーツを10ドルでレンタルしました。私達は冷たい水にも慣れましたが、他の方は震えている方もいましたので、借りておいた方が楽しめるかもしれません。バスタオルもある方がいいかと思います。酔いやすい方は、薬も飲んでおく方がよさそうです。

船が出発して、10分。その日は運がかなりよく、（船長のパパのおかげ！）すぐに30頭ほどのイルカ先生の群れに遭遇！優雅に泳ぐイルカ先生の姿に感動しました。
一緒に行った同僚は、お腹をスリスリしているイルカ先生も見られたそうです♡

私たちは、３回チャレンジして、2回ばっちり見られました。今回のツアーでは、最年少４歳の子も参加していましたが、全員がイルカをバッチリ見られて、ツアー30人ほどみんな大満足の様子。（見ていない人がいないかの確認もすばらしい！！）

その後シュノーケリングスポットで、カメ大教授と泳ぐこともできました。

カメラマンのジョンくんも写真をバシバシ撮ってくれているので、写真がほしいなぁと思っている方は、どんどん撮ってもらうといいかも！

私たちは水中カメラも持っていましたが、カメ教授とのスリーショットやプロのイルカ達の写真も欲しいとなり、50ドルで購入！
データでもUSBでも選べます。写真を買うかどうかも後で決められるので、ツアーが終わっていい写真撮ってもらえたなぁという方は購入する価値ありです！

帰りはそのまま、濡れた水着でバスに乗ります。
昼頃にはホテルに帰って来られるので、その後も出かけることも可能です。

このツアーのためだけにハワイに行きたくなる最高な時間でした(^^)一緒に行った同僚は、ハワイにいる間、ずっと、このツアーでもよいと話していました！！笑
ガイドのジュリさん始め、ツアーのクルーの皆さんには感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。また、お会いできるのを、楽しみにしています♡

We used this for our honeymoon trip to Hawaii. As it was an outdoor recreation activity, we were concerned about the weather, but fortunately, it was a clear day! The sandy beach was also nice to walk on, and we were able to take many beautiful photos. We saw several sea turtles while snorkeling, and during lunchtime, they came close to the boat, allowing us to see them up close! They were so cute and it was amazing. It became a wonderful memory for our honeymoon. We would like to invite our family and experience it again.

ハワイへの新婚旅行で利用させて頂きました。やはり、外でのレクリエーションなので天気を気にしていましたが運良く快晴！
そして砂浜もいい具合に歩けて綺麗な写真がたくさん撮れました。
肝心のウミガメも、シュノーケルで何匹も見れましたし昼食時間中船の近くまできてくれたのでとても近くで見ることができました！すごく可愛いくて最高でした。いい新婚旅行の思い出になりました。家族もよんでまた体験したいと思います。

Since it was a last-minute booking, I couldn't reconfirm until the day before, but I was able to participate without any issues. It takes about 40-50 minutes to get from Keauhou to Kealakekua Bay. During that time, they distribute fins and masks. Many people were snorkeling while wearing floaties or floats (available for rent). Since I had a 4-year-old and an 8-year-old with me, we were able to borrow a large boogie board (with a window to see underwater). It was a bit chilly because the sun was behind the clouds, so we got back on the boat partway through, but we enjoyed watching foreign guests having fun on the slide until the end. On the way there, pretzels and juice were served in the galley on the first floor, and on the way back, fruit was added. The crew also came up to the second floor to distribute snacks. Even though our English wasn't great, the crew made an effort to communicate with us.

直近の申し込みだったためか、前日までのリコンファームができなかったのに問題なく参加できました。
ケアウホウを出港してケアラケクア湾まで4-50分かかります。その間にフィンとマスクを配ってくれます。
多くの人が浮き輪やフロート（貸し出し）を着けてシュノーケルしていました。4才と8才連れだったので、大きなビート板（水中みられる窓つき）を貸してもらえました。陽がかげっていたので寒かったため途中で船に上がりましたが、最後までスライダーを楽しむ外国人をみたり、それはそれで楽しめました。
行きの船ではプレッツェルとジュースが1階のギャレーで提供され、帰りにはフルーツが追加されます。クルーが2階にも配りに来てくれます。
英語がいまいちな我々にもクルーはややコミュニケーションをとろうとしてくれました。

The whole day was great - sandbar, turtles, snorkeling and lunch. And of course, the staff! Will highly recommend this trip to anyone going to Oahu. Thanks!

I was able to see manta rays up close, even more than I expected. It was so close that it was difficult not to touch them, even though we were told not to. When I took a video, it only captured their belly area, it came that close! I will participate again.

思った以上に近くでマンタを見ることができました。触ってはいけないといわれていたので、触らないようにするのが大変なくらい近くまで来て、動画をとってもおなかのあたりしか映らないくらい（笑）近くに来てくれました。また参加します。

Good points:
- The staff are all friendly and cheerful.
- I encountered sea turtles! Two were swimming, and two were under the coral reef while snorkeling.
- The view is amazing as you're surrounded by the ocean!
- There are quite a few fish around the coral reef.
- After snorkeling, you can play with the stand-up paddleboarding and canoeing equipment. It's really fun.
- The food was surprisingly delicious.
- The boat ride was short, so I didn't have to worry about seasickness (though it depends on the person).

Bad points:
- They emphasize the sandbar, but there isn't much time when it actually becomes a beach, is there? In the afternoons during this season, it was only about knee-deep.
- It is quite dependent on the weather. Since it was January, it would be nice if it was sunny with little wind, but the water felt cold. It's good to bring plenty of warm clothing.
- The snorkeling is back and forth along the coral. It felt a bit short on time. It might be just right for some people when it's cold. However, with many participants, it can get crowded if you bump into each other.

良い点
・スタッフはみんな気さくで明るい
・海ガメに出会えた！2匹は泳いでて、2匹はシュノーケル時にサンゴ礁の下に
・一面の海に降ろされるので景色が素晴らしい！
・魚もそこそこ珊瑚礁にいます
・シュノーケル後に、サップ、カヌー道具があるので遊べます。かなり楽しい
・ご飯が意外と美味しい
・乗船時間は短くて船酔いは心配なかった（人によりますが

悪い点
・サンドバーを強調しているが、ほとんど砂浜になる時間はないのでは？この時期の午後は膝下くらいでした
・かなり天気に左右される。1月というのもありましたが、晴れて風が少ないと良いですが、水は冷たく感じます。たくさん着れるものを持って
行くのよいです
・シュノーケルはサンゴに沿って往復。少し時間は短めに感じた。寒い時など人によってはちょうど良いかも。ただ、参加者が多くて足が当たったら邪魔になる

We went on this tour in the morning, and it was definitely one of the best experiences I’ve ever had!!

Great hosts, gorgeous weather and lovely location. We saw plenty of turtles and catamaran wasn't crowded which was nice. Our children used their own goggles which wasn't a problem, but if we didn't have them the provided snorkles would not have fit, but all in all a lovely time. Would recommend.

At first, I had a bit of trouble finding the check-in location, but I figured it out quickly, and everything else went smoothly. Although it was all in English, the American crew was very accommodating, and I had a pleasant and enjoyable experience.

はじめはチェックイン場所がわからずちょっと探しましたがすぐわかり、あとは何もかもスムーズでした。英語だけでしたがアメリ人のクルーの対応もよく気持ちよく楽しめました。

We participated with my parents in their 60s and my husband. We were picked up by the hotel and drove for about 50 minutes to board the boat. The boat stopped near the sandbar, and we walked to the shallowest area. The sea water was cold, but the weather was nice, and since the water was only about calf-deep at the shallowest point, we could see the beautiful sandy beach!

We snorkeled in water about 5 to 6 meters deep while wearing life jackets. I’m not a strong swimmer, but thanks to the life jacket and snorkel mask, I had a great time and was surprised to see sea turtles up close about three times!

After snorkeling, we could also do kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. There was a couple with small children; the parents enjoyed snorkeling while their kids were brought close to them on another staff boat. I thought it was wonderful how considerate they were.

Additionally, there wasn't a specific time or place to change, so those who wanted to take off their swimsuits were able to wrap towels around themselves and change during free time.

60代の両親と私たち夫婦で参加しました。
ホテルに迎えに来てもらい、50分程度車で走って乗船します。
サンドバー近くに船を止め、歩いて一番浅いところに向かいます。海の水は冷たかったですが、天気が良く、一番浅いところでふくらはぎくらいの水深だったため、砂浜も綺麗に見られました！
シュノーケルは水深5〜6mくらいのところでライフジャケット着用で行いました。私はあまり泳げませんが、ライフジャケットとシュノーケルマスクのおかげで充分楽しめ、ホヌも３回ほど目の前で見られ、あまりの近さに驚きました！
シュノーケルのあと、カヤックやSUPもできましたし、小さいお子さん連れのご夫婦で、シュノーケルを両親が楽しみ、お子さんは他のスタッフの船で両親の近くまで来させてもらっていました。気遣いがあって素晴らしいと思いました。
また、着替える時間や場所等は特にないため、水着を脱ぎたい方は自由時間などにタオルなど巻いて着替えておられました。

The staff were kind, and I was able to experience everything with peace of mind. I was able to see the dolphins up close, and I am very satisfied. I'm glad I participated.

優しいスタッフの方と、安心して体験できました。いるかもすごく近くで見れてとても、満足しています。参加して良かったです。

It was a wonderful day with no wind, and the view of the distant Kualoa mountains was crystal clear. I checked the low tide times during my trip and participated in the morning Heaven on the Sea tour. Surrounded by coral, I was able to swim with sea turtles while snorkeling. I also got to see many colorful tropical fish, and the marine activities were plentiful and very enjoyable. Next time, I would like to go when it’s - feet.

当日は風もなく遠くクアロアの山並みまでくっきりと見えるほど晴れ渡った素晴らしい日でした。サンドバーは旅行中で最も干潮の時間を調べて朝の天国の海ツアーに参加しました。
珊瑚にかこまれていてシュノーケリングでは海亀と泳げました。色とりどりの熱帯魚もたくさん見ることも出来ましたし、マリンアクティビティも充実していてとても楽しめました。次回は－フィートになるときに行ってみたいです。

Hawaii Island has straightforward roads that are easy to navigate, and the meeting points were clear as well. It was great to see the manta rays up close.

ハワイ島は、道路も複雑じゃなくわかりやすく集合場所もわかりやすかったです。マンタも間近に見えて良かったです。

It was really awesome experience due to the friendliness of the crew and the weather we had that day was just perfect. The burger that we were given for lunch was perhaps the best burger I've had on the sea. Definitely better than my expectations.

I was able to see a lot of different types of fish. Unfortunately, I didn't encounter any sea turtles. The coral reef wasn't as colorful as I had hoped, but the water clarity was high. On January 7th, the conditions were said to be the best of the year, and the waves were calm. However, my wife and children, who are not great with the ocean, ended up feeling seasick, possibly due to the wetsuits we rented for warmth, and they couldn't participate until the end. That said, I and the other participants were able to swim comfortably, so it should be fine unless you're really not good with the ocean.

When we were dropped off at Hilton Hawaiian Village, our tour guide Dan recommended some great lunch and dinner spots near the hotel. We went to both places right away, and they were both fantastic. My two kids were also very satisfied, thank you!

たくさん種類の魚を見ることができました。残念ながらウミガメには出会えず。珊瑚礁は色とりどりとまでは行きませんが、透明度は高かったです。１月７日は今年1番のコンディションということで波は穏やかでしたが、元々海が苦手な妻と子供は、寒さ対策のためレンタルしたウェットスーツが原因なのか酔ってしまい、最後までは参加できませんでした。ただ、私や他の参加者は楽に泳げていたので、よほど海が苦手でなければ大丈夫のはずです。
ヒルトンハワイアン ビレッジに送り届けてもらう際にツアーガイドのダンさんに、ホテル近くの美味しいランチ、ディナーのお店を教えていただき、早速たべに行ったところ、どちらの店も最高でした。２人の子供達も大満足でした、ありがとうございました。

My husband wasn't feeling up to swimming in the ocean, but once we reached the sandbar, we played beach volleyball and got caught up in snorkeling, losing track of time and having a great time. As it was my husband's first time snorkeling, he was amazed by the beautiful coral reefs and the schools of fish, repeatedly exclaiming, "This is great! It's beautiful!" Since there were staff who spoke Japanese, we felt no anxiety, and as the boat was primarily for Japanese tourists, we made friends with the people sitting next to us. Under the blue sea and sky of Hawaii, we spent time with the bright and kind staff, learned about the Hawaiian spirit of cherishing nature, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you very much.

夫は海で泳ごうという気持ちになれなかったのですが、サンドバーについたら、ビーチバレーをしたり、シュノーケリングに夢中になったり、時間を忘れて楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。シュノーケリングが初めての夫は、きれいなサンゴ礁や群がる魚達の様子に感動して「よかった～！きれいだ～！」の連発でした。日本語のできるスタッフでしたから不安もなく、さらに日本人観光客用の船でしたからほとんど日本人で隣の席の方たちとも仲良くなりました。ハワイの青い海と青空の下で、明るく優しいスタッフと一緒に過ごして、自然を大切にするハワイスピリットを学び、満喫しました。ありがとうございました。

Better to go ther on sunny day. Better to bring lunch box by your self

The sandbar was deeper than I imagined from the pictures, and my 6-year-old child seemed to struggle for breath every time a wave hit, quickly wanting to get back on the boat. The weather that day wasn't very good, and the wind made it quite cold, which contributed to my child's lack of enjoyment. However, the local guides and all the staff were really fun and great people, which was wonderful. I hope to go again in the summer when my child is a bit older.

画像から想像したよりもサンドバーは深さがあって6歳のうちの子は波を被るたびに息苦しそうにしてすぐにボートへ上がってしまいました。
当日は天気があまりよくなくて、風で結構寒かったことも子供が楽しめなかった原因になってしまいました。
けれど、現地のガイドをはじめスタッフの皆さんは本当にとても楽しく、よい人ばかりですごくよかったです。
もう少し子供が大きくなったら、今度は夏に行ってみたいなと思います。

I used the service in early January. It might just be the timing, but the day we participated was very windy and quite cold. We borrowed wetsuits, but it was still chilly in the water, making it hard to stay in for long! There were other children participating, around elementary school age, but they seemed a bit down due to the cold, so I think families with kids should choose the season wisely. We did get to see the main dolphins, and we could see them up close from the boat. I encouraged my parents in their 60s to join, but I think they would have enjoyed it more if it hadn't been so cold! Even if you can't swim, wearing a life jacket will keep you afloat. As long as you can kick your legs, you'll be fine. Jumping from the boat and splashing into the water takes a bit of courage too. For those trying snorkeling for the first time, practicing in the bath might be a good idea. Also, due to the strong winds, we couldn't use the kayaks, and there were only three paddleboards available for the number of people, so it felt like a first-come, first-served situation. It's better to think of that as a bonus to avoid disappointment. There was one Japanese guide and about three local staff members, but the locals obviously didn't speak Japanese. Even though it was January, the next day was clear and warm, so this really comes down to luck or timing! It's an activity that requires physical strength.

1月初旬に利用しました。これはタイミングかと思いますが、私たちが参加した日はとても風が強く、とにかく寒かったです。ウェットスーツも借りましたが、水の中にも寒くて長くいるのは辛かった！一緒に参加されていた他のお子さん小学生くらいの子たちがいましたが、寒さで元気がなくなってしまって少しかわいそうでしたので、お子様連れの方は季節選ばれた方がいいかと思います。メインのイルカたちには会えて、船の上からでも近くで見ることができました。60代の両親も思い切って参加させましたが、寒くなければもっと楽しめたかな！泳ぎはできなくても、ライフジャケット着ると浮きます。バタ足で進むことさえできれば大丈夫です。船から足を下にジャンプしてザバーンと入るので、そこもちょっと勇気いります。シュノーケル初めての方はお風呂で練習するといいかと思います。あと風が強く、カヤックは出してもらえなかったのと、パドルボードも人数の割に3つしか道具がないので、早い者勝ちみたいになるので、こちらはおまけ程度に考えておいた方ががっかりしなくて良いかと思います。日本人のガイドさんがひとり、現地の方が3人ほどで、現地の方はもちろん日本語は話せないです。同じ1月でも翌日は良く晴れて暖かかったので、こればっかりは運というかタイミングですね！体力が必要なアクティビティです。

We had a great time on this snorkel cruise! The Na Pali Coast is gorgeous and our crew made the experience that much better by being so friendly and accommodating. They were right there if you needed anything, ready to answer any questions you had and give background information on the island, and were even offering to take pictures for you. We were fortunate to get to see so much marine life from the boat--dolphins, whales, sea turtles, manta rays, and a baby octopus. The only downside is that we wish we could have snorkeled for a longer period of time (because we love it!). The ride back to Kauai from Niihau was definitely rough, but we took Dramamine beforehand and wore sea bands, which all seemed to help. The crew definitely lightened the mood with jokes and took efficient care of those unfortunate few who got sick. We would definitely recommend this excursion!

I participated in the early morning tour on January 3rd with my middle school son. I was worried about the weather forecast, as it mentioned strong winds (which could make us seasick) and low temperatures (which seemed cold), but in the end, it turned out to be a great experience.

Since I had read other people's experiences, both of us took motion sickness medication before getting on the boat, which might be why we didn't feel seasick at all. The cold wasn't too bad after we got off the boat and entered the sea the first time, but after getting back on the boat the second time, I started shivering. However, I had seen from others' experiences that it was a good idea to bring a bath towel and something to wear over our clothes, so we brought bath towels and two of the non-adhesive hot packs each, which helped us warm up quickly. The local guide on the boat even asked, "What is that?" (laughs).

On the bus ride there, we heard various stories from our guide, Julie, and once we were on the boat, everything flowed smoothly. Despite the large number of participants, there were no issues with anyone missing out on anything, which was surprising.

We spotted dolphins relatively quickly after getting on the boat, and everyone jumped in to swim close to them, but it was quite hard (laughs). I don't usually do any sports, so I lagged behind everyone and couldn't see the dolphins underwater until the end. My son said, "The dolphin was swimming right below me!" and I thought that was enough, but when I found out that another person and I hadn't seen the dolphins yet, the local guide helped push me and pull me closer to the dolphins, and I was able to see them safely.

The first time we entered the sea to see the dolphins, I was constantly moving my body, so I was out of breath (laughs), but I wasn't too cold after getting back on the boat. However, during the second time in the sea, we swam more leisurely to watch the sea turtles and other fish, so I didn't move my body much, and I felt quite cold after getting back on the boat.

It was great that we had a photographer with us who took lots of pictures. I brought my own underwater camera, but I had no time to take photos while swimming after the dolphins (laughs).

On the boat, the local guides constantly made us laugh with gestures and communicated with us through gestures, so I think even those who can't speak English can enjoy it quite a bit.

We were able to regain our body temperature by eating warm spam onigiri and snacks, and I think it was a well-organized tour.

1月3日の朝早いほうのツアーに中学生の息子と参加しました。
天気予報を見ていると、風も強いし（船に酔いそう）、気温も低めだし（寒そう）、日本を出発する頃から心配していたのですが、参加した結果、良かったです(^^)
他のかたの体験談を見ていたので、船に乗る前に酔い止め薬を二人とも服用していたせいか船に酔う事もなかったです。
寒さは、一度目に船をおりて海に入った後はそうでもなかったのですが、二度目に海に入って船にあがってからはガタガタ震えてしまいました。
でもそれも、他のかたの体験談からバスタオルや上に羽織るものを持参したほうが良いというのを見ていたので、バスタオルと上に羽織るものと、そして我が家は貼らないタイプのホカロンを一人二つずつ持参していったのですぐにおさまりました。船に乗っていた地元のガイドのかたから「それは何か？」と聞かれましたが(笑)

行きのバスの中ではガイドのジュリーさんからいろいろなお話が聞けましたし、船に乗ってからも流れがスムーズで、参加人数がかなり多かったにも関わらず、誰かに何かがわたっていないなどという事がなかったのが驚きでした。

船に乗って割とすぐにイルカが見つかり、ドボンドボンと全員飛び込んでイルカの近くまで泳いでいきましたが、これが結構ハードで(笑)
普段スポーツなど全くしない私は、皆さんから遅れ気味で最後までイルカを水中で見る事がかなわず、息子は「イルカが真下に泳いでいた！」と言っていたのでもうそれでじゅうぶんと思っていたのですが、私ともう一人のかたがまだ水中でイルカを見ていないと知ると、地元のガイドのかたが私の背中を押して下さったり手を引っ張って下さったりしながらイルカの近くまで連れて行って下さり、無事見る事が出来ました。

一度目にイルカを見に海に入った時は、常に必死で身体を動かしていたせいか息はあがっていたものの(笑)、船にあがってからもそれほど寒くなかったのですが、二度目に海に入った時にはそれぞれゆったり泳ぎながらウミガメや他の魚の泳ぎを見る感じだったので、あまり身体を動かさなかったせいか船に上がってからかなり寒かったです。

今回カメラマンのかたの同行があったので写真をいっぱい撮ってもらえてよかったです。自分でも水中カメラを持参して行ったのですが、イルカを追いかけて泳いでいる時は撮影する余裕が全くなかったりしたので(笑)

船の上で、常に地元のガイドのかたがたがジェスチャーで笑わせてくださったり、ジェスチャーだけでやりとりして下さったりしてくれたので、英語がしゃべれないかたでもかなり楽しめると思います。

温かいスパムおにぎりや、スナックを食べて体温を取り戻せましたし、いたれりつくせりのツアーだったと思います。

This was THE COOLEST snorkel excursion. First they picked us up from our hotel, RAD. They have a marine biologist on board that taught us a lot about the creatures we'd be seeing and the ecosystem which was fascinating. The area they took us to was a gorgeous reef and we saw some amazing fish and sea creatures. The marine biologist was even diving for starfish that he showed everyone and let us pet while we were in the water. We got a good hour and a half of snorkeling and then it was time for a tasty sandwich bar lunch. On the way back was, yes what you've all been waiting for, an OPEN BAR. Those were the best drinks I got on the island. It was awesome, big shout out to the amazing crew.

The crew and boat delivered for us and found the mantas. Would definitely do again.malby

I thought the sandbar would be a beach, but it seems that during the winter season, it only goes up to about knee height. It was said that it's better to enjoy it in the afternoon if you want to take your time. If I participate next time, I think I'll choose the afternoon. I also had fun taking pictures of sea turtles!

サンドバーって砂浜になると思いましたが、冬の時期はまだ膝の下くらいまでだそうです。ゆっくり楽しむなら午後の方が良いとの事でした。次回参加するなら午後をチョイスしてみようと思います。
ウミガメの撮影も出来楽しかったよ！