Reviewed by: nao
We took a large bus to the dock, and from there, we transferred to a boat to set off. It's an efficient way to experience everything, so it might be great for those who are short on time or want to pack in a lot of activities. We had imagined we would be able to snorkel a bit more leisurely, so that was a bit disappointing. If snorkeling is your main goal, it might be better to choose a different tour. However, if your aim is to visit the sandbar, this could be a good option.
大型バスに乗って船着き場まで移動、そこから船に乗り換えて出発。
効率よく体験ができるので、時間のない方や色んなものを詰め込んでみたい方にはいいいかも。
私たちは、もうすこしゆっくりシュノーケリングができるかと想像していたので、その点はが残念でした。シュノーケリングを目的に参加するなら別のツアーがいいかもしれません。
サンドバーの見学が目的なら、いいかも。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/25 |
Reviewed by: はやの
Although the perfect Shirahama didn't appear, I had a great time playing with a beach ball, taking photos, and enjoying myself. I was also very satisfied to see many sea turtles swimming.
完全な白浜は現れませんでしたが、ビーチボールをひたり、写真を撮ったり、楽しく過ごせました。
ウミガメの泳ぐ姿もたくさん見られて大満足です。
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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: | 2017/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Suzy
9.27.17 Snorkeling for Beginner we traveled over an hour and saw lots of fishes and sea turtle from brochure.. I was lost for two times and has fear of water. They were with me whole time!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/28 |
Reviewed by: おーはし
It was a wonderful experience.
The beautiful sea and blue sky made for very fortunate weather.
Participating in the afternoon allowed for a relaxed schedule, making it a perfect plan for the day after arrival.
Although the water level was a bit high, so I couldn't experience the "white sandy beach floating off Kaneohe Bay," it was still worth it. This scenery was breathtaking.
I was also able to see sea turtles up close (two of them), which was very satisfying.
The staff were very entertaining, making it a fun tour.
Next time, I would like to join the morning plan.
とても素敵な経験でした。
綺麗な海に青い空、とても恵まれた天気だったと思います。
午後からの参加は時間的にも余裕があり、到着翌日にはちょうど良いプランでした。
ちょっと水位が高かったので「カネオヘ湾沖に浮かぶ白い砂浜」は経験できませんでしたが
それを差し引いても良かったです。この景色は感動的です。
ウミガメを近くで見ることも出来(しかも2頭)こちらも大満足。
スタッフの方も大変面白くて楽しいツアーでした。
次回は午前のプランに参加してみたいですね。
Aloha! Thank you very much for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. The beauty of this scenery is truly indescribable, isn't it? No matter how many times you go, it never gets old! We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。この景色は何とも言えない美しさですよね。何度行っても飽きません!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/23 |
Reviewed by: Lesley
These guys are fantastic. Very customer centric and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to show us a good time and all with a great sense of humour. They had spotted a pod of dolphins off to the left of our journey out to the turtles and took a wee detour so we could experience the dolphins. It was amazing!! Loved the turtles experience - the only recommendation here would be that the option of being able to hire a gopro on board would have put the icing on the cake. We didn't have an underwater camera and would gladly have paid to hire one to capture the turtles and colourful fish down under.
The sail was fantastic and the flying fish was another added unexpected bonus.
What a job!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/26 |
Reviewed by: mmkt
I was hoping there would be a bit more road, but it was so beautiful that I was moved! I was surprised that the turtles came close enough to touch. The staff were all cheerful, which made it a fun and wonderful experience✨ However, there were too few paddleboards, so I didn't get a turn... I wanted to do it... lol
I would love to use this service again when I come back to Hawaii!
もう少し道が出来るのかと期待していましたが
全然綺麗だったので感動でした!
まさかの亀も触れるくらいの距離まで来てくれて
スタッフさんも明るい方ばかりで楽しく最高でした✨
ただ、サップの数が少なく回ってこなかった。。
したかった。。。笑
またHawaiiに来た時にも利用したいです
Aloha! Thank you for joining Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. I'm really sorry that you couldn't experience SUP!
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。
SUP体験出来なくて本当にごめんなさいっ
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/05 |
Reviewed by: とねみ
I was looking forward to it, but unfortunately, the water level was higher due to the rain, and the visibility was a bit poor. Still, the sea was very beautiful, and the guide was interesting, and the staff were friendly, so I enjoyed it! If the weather had been good, it would have been truly amazing!
Also, I brought my 1-year-old and 3-year-old children, but I regretted not bringing small floaties for them. (It's dangerous if you don't hold them securely to prevent them from drifting away.) There were life jackets for kids, but they were too big for my 1-year-old, so I had to hold him, and my 3-year-old was cold, so we couldn't stay in the water for long. It was a bit challenging to hold both of them.
期待して行ったのですが、残念なことに雨が降った後のため水かさも増していたのと、透明度が少し悪かったです。ただ、それでもとてもキレイな海だったし、ガイドさんも面白くスタッフさんたちも感じが良かったので、楽しめました!
天気が良ければ本当に最高だったのに!
あと、1歳と3歳の子供を連れて行ったのですが、小さな子供用の浮き輪が無いため、持参していけば良かったと後悔してます。(流されないために、しっかり押さえておかないと危ないですが)
ライフジャケットも子供用はありましたが、1歳児には大きくつけられないので、抱っこしたままで、3歳も寒かったため、ずっと海に入って居られず、2人抱っこして居たので、少し大変でした。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/09 |
Reviewed by: Emmmily
Had great experience kayaking and snorkeling in the beautiful bay! Great guides with little stories about the historical background (and super supportive in care you're not fully comfortable).
The tour doesn't make a stop at the famous "sand bar", so not recommended to those who wish to do some photo shooting there.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Guided Kayak and Snorkel Tour with BBQ Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Steve
A wonderful trip with great views and the sandbar is spectacular. The crew were great, and Jenner was especially great and super friendly and entertaining. Our captain was also friendly and took some great pictures of us on the boat. Highly recommended and will do again when in Honolulu.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/18 |
Reviewed by: SARIA
Due to the traffic from the parade, my name wasn't called at the meeting time, which made me a bit anxious. However, everything turned out fine. Since this is also a meeting point for various tours, I think the guides should be more mindful when calling names. The cruise guide was cheerful and had interesting stories. The hamburger was surprisingly delicious! There are also restrooms, so no worries there. We visited several spots where we could see sea turtles, and I was able to see them about twice, but it was just for a moment, so I had to really focus. The sea is beautiful and shallow. When moving from the boat to the sandbar, it gets a bit deep, but you can borrow life jackets, so there’s no need to worry, even for children. They also take you to deeper spots for snorkeling. On the way back, you'll be getting on the bus while still wet, so it's better to prepare a simple change of clothes or bring extra towels. I'm glad I participated.
パレードによる渋滞のためか、集合時間になってもなかなか名前が呼ばれず、ドキドキしました。が、大丈夫でした。ただ、各種ツアーの集合場所でもあるので、ガイドの方が名前を呼ぶのは意識された方がよいかと思います。クルーズガイドの方は明るく話が面白かったです。ハンバーガーもビックリおいしかった!トイレもあり、心配ありません。ウミガメが見えるスポットを複数回ってくれるので、2回ほど見ることができました、が一瞬だったりするので、目を凝らして見ました。海はきれいで遠浅です。船からサンドバーに移動する際、少し深いですが、ライフジャケットを借りられるので、子供でも心配ありませんでした。シュノーケリングに深い場所にも連れて行ってくれます。帰りは濡れたままバスに乗るので、簡単な着替えかタオル多めに用意した方がベターです。参加してよかったです。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き!】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/25 |
Reviewed by: よっちん
We participated as a family of four: my husband, our middle school son, our elementary school son, and myself. This was the afternoon tour on August 14. After researching various tours, we ultimately chose this one. Fortunately, we were the only participants, just our family of four. Our expert guide was Fumio (female). We set off to Hanauma Bay in Fumio's car. Perhaps because it was the afternoon tour or just by chance, there were no entry restrictions and no lines.
First, we attended an orientation session about Hanauma Bay in the hall. After it ended, we signed up, and it seems that if we register, we can skip the line next time (though there may be a deadline). After leaving the venue, we met up with Fumio and walked down the slope to the beach. Along the way, we took a commemorative photo at a scenic spot. The beach had snorkeling sets already prepared, and we learned how to put them on. There was a locked trunk for valuables, so we stored our things there, which was reassuring.
Then we headed into the sea. Instead of the usual saliva method for anti-fogging the masks, we were given a special anti-fog solution, which made our view clear. Fumio held our elementary school child's hand, allowing us to focus on our snorkeling without worry. The waves were quite high, and it would have been daunting to go alone, but we felt safe following her. We not only found plenty of fish but also encountered a sea turtle, which was incredibly exciting. I truly felt that choosing this tour was the right decision.
Once in the water, I was surprised at how cold it felt. As everyone said, it was definitely the right choice to take the afternoon tour instead of the morning one. After getting out of the water, we changed and enjoyed some mineral water and snacks that were provided. I had planned to take the tram back up the hill to the parking lot, but the kids wanted to walk, so I reluctantly followed them. However, it turned out to be quite refreshing, and I didn't sweat at all.
Snorkeling at Hanauma Bay was so much fun. On the way back in the car, we heard various stories from Fumio. She mentioned that currently, there are only two sea turtles in Hanauma Bay. It seems that a popular seal at Waikiki Beach has taken the spotlight. What a surprise... When we arrived at the hotel, we thanked Fumio, and the tour ended. I promised myself that if we come back to Hawaii, I will specifically request Fumio for this tour again. I encourage everyone to have a wonderful time on this tour as well.
夫婦と中学生、小学生の息子の4人で参加しました。8/14の午後のツアーです。いろんなツアーを調べて、最終的にこのツアーにしました。参加者はラッキーにも私たち家族4人のみ。達人ガイドは、フミオさんです(女性です)。フミオさんの運転する車でいざハナウマ湾へ。午後のツアーのせいなのか、たまたまなのか、入場制限などなく、行列もありませんでした。まずはホールでハナウマ湾の説明会。終了後サインしておくと登録され次回はパスできるとの事(期限はあるようですが)。会場を出るとフミオさんと合流し、坂を下って海辺まで。途中、景色の良いところで記念写真をパチリ。浜辺の芝生には、シュノーケルセットがすでに用意されており、装着法を教わります。貴重品は鍵付のトランクがあるのでその中へ収納。安心です。そしていざ海へ。マスクの曇り止めは、よくある唾液を塗りなさいというものではなく、専用の曇り止めをつけてもらい視界爽快。フミオさんが小学生の子供の手を引いてくださるので私たちは安心して自分のシュノーケリングに専念することができました。海は結構波が高く、個人で行くと躊躇しそうなスポットでも、安心してついて行けました。魚の多いスポットはもちろんのこと、念願のウミガメにも出会えて大興奮。心からこのツアーにしてよかったと思いました。海に入っていると思いのほか体が冷えます。皆さんの言うとおり、午前ではなく午後のツアーにして正解でした。海から上がると、着替えたのち、用意されたミネラルウォーターとスナックで一息。駐車場までのぼり坂を帰りはトラムに乗ろうと思っていましたが、子供たちが歩いていくというので仕方なく?ついてゆくことに。でも汗をかくこともなく、思ったより爽快でした。ハナウマ湾のシュノーケリング、あー、楽しかった。帰りの車の中ではフミオさんからいろんなお話を聞きました。現在ハナウマ湾には2匹しかウミガメがいないとの事。ワイキキビーチでは大人気のアザラシ君にやられたそうです。なんということでしょう。。。ホテルに着くと、フミオさんにお礼を言ってツアー終了です。次回もハワイに来たら、フミオさん指定でこのツアーに参加するぞ。。と心に誓うのでした。皆さんもぜひ、このツアーで素晴らしいひと時を。。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/14 |
Reviewed by: ひまぽ
I felt very safe and had a great time snorkeling thanks to Takako and a Japanese person named Yuu who took care of everything. The rental equipment was well maintained. The water was beautiful and impressive.
タカコさんとゆう日本人の方が色々と面倒みてくださって、とても安心して、楽しいシュノーケルができました。貸し出し道具もきちんとケアされていました。水が綺麗で感動しました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/24 |
Reviewed by: ゆうゆう
We participated for the first time as a couple with our 10-year-old child. I thought we might be sleepy since we woke up early, but we had a great time listening to the lively stories from the staff on the bus. I found the story about how bringing bananas on the boat is bad luck to be quite interesting.
Although it was August, I heard that the water can be quite cold, so we rented wetsuits for the family. It was hot when we changed on the boat, but I was glad it wasn't hot at all in the water.
I’m not very confident in my swimming skills, so I used a float. As soon as we entered the sea, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and I was moved to see them swimming right under our feet multiple times. We also saw a turtle, and the schools of fish were truly beautiful. Our whole family was very satisfied.
The staff were cheerful, and we were able to have a fun time. I purchased the photo data taken by the photographer for $50, and the photos were definitely professional quality. The only cash we spent on-site was for the wetsuit rental and the photos. There were no shops on-site, but we were provided with spam rice balls and drinks as snacks, which was sufficient.
I would love to participate again when we go to Hawaii.
10歳の子と夫婦で初めて参加しました。朝早くから眠いかなと思いましたが、行きのバスから元気なお姉さんのお話を聞きながら楽しく過ごしました。バナナは縁起が悪いので船に持ち込むのはダメ、というお話が面白かったです。
8月でしたが水中は結構冷えると聞いて、ウエットスーツを家族でレンタルしました。船の上で着替えたときは暑かったけど、水中では全然暑くなかったので良かったと思います。
私は泳ぎに自信がないので浮き棒を使わせてもらいました。
海に入るとすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇できて、足の下を群れが何度も通って行くのを見て感動しました。カメにも会えたし、魚の群れも本当にキレイでした。家族全員、大満足です。
スタッフの皆さんも陽気で、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
カメラマンさんが撮ってくれた写真のデータを50ドルで購入しましたが、さすがプロという感じの写真でした。現地で使った現金はウェットスーツ代と写真代だけでした。現地に売店などはありませんが、軽食でスパムおにぎりと飲物を頂けたので十分でした。
またハワイに行ったら参加したいです。
Thank you for participating, Yuyuu!
Bananas are considered bad luck, as there's a superstition among sailors that you won't encounter dolphins if you bring them on board, so they are prohibited on the boat.
The fact that you encountered the lucky turtle means that a lot of happiness is sure to come your way!
We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
ゆうゆうさん、ご参加ありがとうございました!
バナナは縁起が悪いというか、船乗りの中でイルカに会えないというジンクスがあるので、ボートには持ち込み禁止になってます.
幸運のカメにも出会えたということは、たくさんのHappyがゆうゆうさんに訪れること間違いなしです!
またのご参加、心よりお待ちしております。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ako
My first snorkeling experience with dolphins was exhilarating. We traveled to the spot by boat, and the weather was perfect, making the journey even more enjoyable! Once we arrived, the guide observed the dolphins' movements and chose the best spot for us to dive in. Dolphins swam right in front of us, and as I looked around, I spotted a mother and baby dolphin below me. They even came close to me, which was incredibly exciting. The guide swam with the dolphins, and it was truly amazing. I definitely want to do this again when I visit the Big Island!
初のイルカとのシュノーケリング、ワクワクで参加。
ポイントまで、ボードで移動。天気にも恵まれて移動中も気分は最高‼️
ポイントについて、ガイドの方がイルカの動きを見て、ベストな所でダイブイン。目の前をイルカが通過したり、周りをキョロキョロしてると、自分の下の方に親子連れのイルカがいたり、自分の近くまで近寄ってきたりと大興奮です。ガイドの方は、イルカと一緒に泳いだりしていて、本当に凄かった。
またハワイ島に行ったらやりたいと思いました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/22 |
Reviewed by: がっちゃん
I had a very enjoyable day! First of all, the guide was incredibly fun! She was bright and attentive to her surroundings. On the day of the tour, instead of boarding a boat with only Japanese people, we took an international boat. As a result, it was a smaller group, which I think was great. The BBQ for lunch was also very delicious, and we were able to see many sea turtles.
とても楽しい1日を過ごせました!
まずガイドのお姉さんが最高に楽しい!明るくて周りをしっかり見てくれている方でした。
当日、日本人だけの船には乗らず、インターナショナルな船に乗船。結果、少人数になり良かったと思います。お昼のBBQもとても美味しかったし、ウミガメもたくさん見ることができました。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/22 |
Reviewed by: Motty
I have been to Oahu many times, but I had never been to West Oahu, so I decided to join this tour. The instructor was a cute woman, which surprised me a bit. However, she was very knowledgeable, and I felt reassured once we entered the water. West Oahu is said to have mostly sunny weather, and the day of the tour was no exception. We could see dolphins swimming offshore from the beach, and the views of the Kaneohe Sandbar and Makaha Valley were beautiful and magnificent. The mystical Kaneana Cave is a place that is not easily accessible, so this tour is definitely worth participating in. During snorkeling at Pokai Bay, not only did we see sea turtles, but we also encountered a manta ray! I had seen one while diving on the Big Island before, but I never expected to see one while snorkeling from the beach on Oahu. The instructor mentioned that it was her first time encountering one on this tour, and she was surprised as well. The creatures you encounter in the ocean vary by season. I would love to join another tour again.
何度もオアフには行っていますが、西オアフには行ったことがなかったため参加しました。ガイドでインストラクターがキュートな女性でちょっとビックリ。しかし、とても知識があって、海に入ると頼もしさを感じました。西オアフは基本的に晴天が多いそうですが、参加日も快晴。沖を泳ぐイルカがビーチからも見え、カネへの礼拝山やマカハの渓谷も美しく素晴しかったです。神秘的なカネアナ洞窟は、なかなか行くことは出来ないところだと思うので、このツアーに参加する価値があります。ポーカイベイでのシュノーケルでは、海亀だけではなく、ナント!マンタに遭遇!!ハワイ島でのダイビングでは以前見たことがありますが、オアフ島で、しかもビーチからのシュノーケルで見ることが出来るとは思ってもみませんでした。インストラクターの方も、このツアーでは、初めてだそうで、驚いていらっしゃいました。季節によって海で出会う生き物は色々。またご案内いただきたいと思います。
Thank you for the review.
I hope you were able to experience various highlights even in the less-visited West Oahu. The manta rays too!! I was the most surprised, but I'm glad everyone got to see them.
Every time you go to the ocean, even in the same spot, you encounter different things and the visibility can vary, so please join us again!
Aloha,
Akima
レビューありがとうございます。
誰も行かない西オアフでも、いろんな見どころを体験していただけたかと思います。マンタも!! 私が一番びっくりしましたけど、みなさん見れたようでよかったです。
海に行くと同じ場所でも毎回毎回違うものが出てきたり、透明度も違ったりしますので、またご参加ください!
アロハ
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/21 |
Reviewed by: ほりうちんぐ
It was a tour where we drove through the western side, which I had never been to before, while listening to various explanations. Along the way, we were able to see a wild Hawaiian monk seal, which is said to be quite rare. The snorkeling lasted about an hour at the end. It was a beach with no tourists, just two locals fishing. We saw turtles and fish, but I thought it would have been better if the water clarity was higher for snorkeling. I think the tour of West Oahu is unique and good, but it felt a bit pricey. I wish it had included lunch at least.
行ったことがなかった西側をドライブしながら色々な説明を聞くツアーでした。その道中なかなか見る事が出来ないらしい野生のハワイアンモンクシールを見る事が出来ました。シュノーケリングは最後に1時間くらいでした。地元の人が2人釣りをしているくらいの観光客のいないビーチでした。カメや魚も見れましたが、シュノーケリングするにはもっと透明度が高いといいのになと思いました。西オアフのツアーは珍しくて良いと思いますが、少し料金が高いかなという印象でした。せめてランチ付きだったらよかったかなーと思います。
Thank you for your review.
The ocean changes every day, both in clarity and waves. Unfortunately, it wasn't very good on that day. Nature is something we cannot control, so I believe the clarity will be different the next time you join us. Please consider joining us again during your next stay in Hawaii; you might see something different!
Regarding the price, the Hawaii Real Nature Tour operates with a small group, which does make the cost higher. Thank you for your understanding.
We also offer private tours, so a private snorkeling tour is possible. I think we can show you different areas for snorkeling. Please feel free to contact us if you have the opportunity.
Thank you for participating!
Aloha,
Akima
レビュー、ありがとうございます。
海は毎日、透明度も波も変わります、残念ながらこの日はあまりよくなかったですね、自然はどうにもこうにもコントロールできませんのでまたご参加さてた時にはまた違う透明度だと思いますので、次のハワイ滞在にもよろしければご参加ください、また違うものがみれるかもしれませんよ!
お値段ですがハワイリアルネイチャーツアーは少人数制となっておりますのでどうしてもお値段のほうは高くなってしまいます。ご了承ください。
プライベートツアーも催行しておりますので、シュノーケルプライベートツアーも可能です。2,3か所シュノーケルしたり、また違う海をお見せできると思います。機会がありましたらご連絡くださいせ。
ご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございました!
アロハ
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/25 |
Reviewed by: べあーーー
This is my second time coming to Hawaii, and although I participated in a dolphin tour last time, this was my first time joining a tour with this company!
We left early in the morning, but the stories on the bus were so entertaining that we arrived at the port in no time, haha.
The staff were all fun and friendly, which made me feel very comfortable participating. I was extremely satisfied seeing dolphins and sea turtles in the beautifully clear ocean! The weather was great, and I had the best experience on a perfect day for a dolphin tour! Diving into the crystal-clear water felt like flying in the sky, and it was so refreshing that all my daily fatigue just disappeared! The tour was truly enjoyable from the boat ride there and back, and although I had never bought additional photos before, I had so much fun that I ended up buying them for the first time! Thank you! I will participate again next time!!
ハワイに来るのは今回で2回で、前回もイルカのツアーには参加したのですが、この会社のツアーに参加するのは今回が初めてでした!
早朝からの出発ですが、バスの中での話が面白くてあっという間に港に着きました 笑
スタッフさんも面白くて楽しい方ばかりで、とても安心して参加することができ、透き通った綺麗な海で見るイルカとウミガメに大満足!!天気も良く、絶好のイルカツアー日和に最高の体験をすることが出来ました!海面まで透き通っている海に潜っていると、まるで空を飛んでいるようで、日頃の疲れが全てぶっ飛ぶくらい気持ちよかったです!そして船上の行きも帰りまで本当に楽しいツアーで、追加写真などは今まで買ったことがなかったのですが、楽しすぎて初めて買ってしまいました!!ありがとうございます!次も参加します!!
Dear Bear,
Thank you for enrolling in Luka Junior High.
We greatly appreciate your kind words.
We will continue to work hard to make even better tours, so please come and visit us and the guides, including the dolphins, again.
We look forward to your photos!
べあー様
この度はルカ中学にご入学ありがとうございました。
大変ありがたいお言葉ありがとうございます。
これからもさらに良いツアーにできるようがんばりますので、ぜひまたイルカ始めガイドたちにも会いに来てください。
お写真楽しみにしててくださいね。
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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: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/26 |
Reviewed by: Donna
Had so much fun. My first time snorkeling. Michelle was great. Gave Great advice made me feel comfortable in the water right away. Lots of turtles.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/26 |
Reviewed by: けっけ
I visited Sandbar for the first time! The weather was great, and the sea was incredibly clear and beautiful! I was also able to see turtles, which made me very satisfied! The staff were very accommodating, and I highly recommend it!
初めてサンドバーに行きました!天候にも恵まれたこともあり、海がとにかく透き通っていてとても綺麗でした!さらにカメを見ることもでき、大満足でした!スタッフの方々の対応も非常によく、かなりおすすめです!
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with the tour. We all look forward to welcoming you again.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。ツアーを満足していただけたようで、嬉しく思います。またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/22 |
Reviewed by: ゆりりゅう
I participated with my two children, a fourth grader and a second grader. It was our first time snorkeling and swimming in a sea where we couldn't touch the bottom, but each staff member was incredibly attentive, providing support and assistance in a very unobtrusive manner.
We were very lucky that day and were amazed to find ourselves swimming right above a large pod of dolphins. We also encountered sea turtles and rays, and my children had a great time touching real sea urchins.
I completely forgot about the reconfirmation by 8 PM the day before, and when I realized it was already past 9 PM, I left a voicemail at the local office. I was really anxious about not being picked up that morning, but when I arrived at the meeting point at 5:30 AM, they successfully picked us up. It was reassuring to know that VELTRA confirmed our local reservation from Japan, which eased my worries.
Next time, I definitely want to participate in the Dolphin University as well. Thank you very much!
小4と小2の子連れ&母の3人で参加しました。
シュノーケル未経験&足のつかない海でのスイミングも初めてでしたが、
スタッフの皆さん一人一人が細やかな気配りをしてくださり、実にさりげなくかつ常にフォロー&サポートしてくださいました。
当日はとてもラッキーで、イルカの大群の真上を泳いでいる自分たちに親子ともにビックリ。ウミガメやエイにも会えたし、子どもは本当のウニも触れてとても楽しそうでした。
前日20時までのリコンファームをすっかり忘れていて、気づいた時には21時過ぎ。現地のオフィスに留守電を残したものの、当日の朝に迎えに来ていただけなかったらどうしよう・・ととても不安な気持ちで早朝の待ち合わせ場所に向かったのですが(朝5時半)、無事、ピックアップしていただけました。不安な気持ちの中で、時差を活かしたVELTRAさんが現地の予約を日本から確認してくださったのですが、それもとても心強かったです。
次回はぜひイルカ大学にも参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。
Aloha! Yuriryuu,
I am very pleased to hear that you were able to swim with many dolphins with your child. You can also enjoy marine activities on our university tour! We look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo
Aloha! ゆりりゅう様
お子様とたくさんのイルカと泳いでいただけたとのこと、大変うれしく思います。大学ツアーではマリンアクティビティーも楽しんでいただけます!次回のご参加をお待ちしています。
Mahalo
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/19 |
Reviewed by: よんです
On that day, there was only one other group of Japanese people besides our group, but there were about 100 foreign tourists on board. The explanations and announcements were in English, but there was a Japanese guide who provided additional explanations.
Whether it was for our sake or if they usually do this, they were out on boards checking for safety in the water. It was reassuring to be able to ask for help in Japanese.
As we headed towards Molokini Island, the color of the sea changed, and it was truly beautiful. The water was shallow enough that we could see the bottom.
In the morning, we had a simple meal of fruits and bread, and for lunch, there were burgers or hot dogs. Personally, I found the taste to be rather basic and not particularly delicious.
For drinks, we had guava juice and coffee in the morning, and afterwards, there were cola and Sprite. There seemed to be water available separately. On the return trip, they also served alcohol.
There were separate restrooms for men and women, and there was a simple shower at the back of the boat. It was the type that you had to hold down manually, so it was difficult for shorter people to use, and it wasn't suitable for long periods.
Unfortunately, for several days including that day, the waves were rough and the water was murky, so we couldn't go to the spots where sea turtles could be seen. Instead, we ended up doing two snorkeling sessions at Molokini Island (which was beautiful, though).
If you're going to Maui, I think you should definitely visit Molokini Island.
その日は私たちグループのほか1組しか日本人はおらず、でも外国からの観光客で、100人くらいは乗っていたでしょうか。
説明や放送は英語でしたが、日本人のガイドさんがいて、別途説明してくれました。
海でも私たちの為か、普段からいらっしゃるのか、ボードで出ていて危険がないか見てくれていました。
日本語で助けを求められるので安心でした。
モロキニ島に向かう途中から海の色が変わり、本当にきれいでした。
水深があまりないので、底まで見えました。
朝はフルーツとパン等の簡単な食事、昼はバーガーかホットドックです。
私的には大雑把な味ですごくおいしいというものではなかったです。
飲み物は、朝はグァバとコーヒー、それ以降はコーラとスプライト。別途水があるようでした。
帰りの船ではアルコールも出していました。
トイレは一応男女別にあり、シャワーも船の後方に簡易のものがありました。
手で押さえておかないといけないタイプだったので、背が低いと大変だし、長時間は使えないです。
残念ながら、その日を含む数日は、波が多くて濁っており、ウミガメがみられる場所には行けず、
モロキニ島で2回のシュノーケリングをすることになりました。(きれいだったけど)
マウイに行くなら、モロキニ島へは行くべきだと思いました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Devit
I visited Hanauma Bay for the first time in 25 years, and I was greatly impressed by the variety of fish compared to before. Thanks to the experienced guide, I was able to encounter turtles and rare seals, making it a valuable experience. Next time, I would like to try diving as well.
25年ぶりにハナウマに行きましたが、以前より多くの種類の魚たちに大感動でした。またベテランガイドの方のおかげで、カメや珍しいアザラシにも出逢えて貴重な体験が出来ました。次回はダイビングも体験したいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/22 |
Reviewed by: ゆう&あん
I participated with my elementary school children. The older child is learning to swim and was able to swim more and more, pulling me along. The younger child swam while holding hands with the guide. We were able to see beautiful fish, and I was very satisfied.
小学生の子供と参加。上の子供はプールをならっており、どんどん泳ぐことができ子供に引っ張ってもらう感じでした。下の子供はガイドさんが手をつないで泳いでくれました。きれいな魚を見ることが出来大満足です。
Dear Yuu & An, thank you for bringing your whole family this time. It was such a beautiful day, and I believe everyone did a great job swimming from one end to the other. Also, when we were walking back from the ocean, we spotted a turtle, and it was a day when only those who still had energy went back to see the turtle. Next time, I hope the children will also get to see the turtle. If you have the opportunity to come to Hawaii again, please come back with everyone. We are always here to welcome you. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
ゆう&あん様、この度はご家族皆さんでお越しいただきましてありがとうございます。とても綺麗な日だったので、左端から右端まで長ーく泳ぎ、皆さんは最後までよく頑張ってくれたと思います。それと海から上がって歩いていた時に亀さんがいるのを見つけて、また改めて元気が残っている方のみで亀を見に海に戻った日でもありましたね。次回はお子様達にも亀さんを見ていただきたいと思っております。またハワイに来る機会がありましたら、是非皆様でまたお越しくださいね。いつでもお持ちしております。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: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/28 |
Reviewed by: たけちゃん
We were able to encounter a large group of dolphins right after setting sail. It was such a lucky experience! The dolphins came much closer than I had expected, and I was very satisfied. However, there were a lot of people in one group, and many were not familiar with snorkeling, which made movement a bit difficult. It was also challenging with many people splashing around and kicking up water.
That said, I was able to hear the dolphins' ultrasonic sounds and swim with sea turtles, making it a very valuable experience. The guide and the photographer were all wonderful, and I enjoyed the entire trip without getting bored! The hospitality of the staff was also outstanding!
出航してすぐに、イルカの大群と遭遇することができました。とてもラッキー!思っていたよりも、ずっと近くにイルカがやってきて、大満足でした。ただ一グループの人数が多く、シュノーケルに不馴れな方も多いので、動きずらかったのが唯一残念なところです。バシャバシャ泡を立ててフィンを蹴る人も多く、困りました。
とはいえイルカの超音波の声も聴けて、海ガメとも泳ぐことができて、とても貴重な体験になりました。
ガイドさんもカメラマンも皆良い方ばかりで、移動中も終始飽きることなく楽しめました!スタッフのみなさんのホスピタリティーも満点です!
Aloha Take-chan,
Thank you for your consideration regarding the splashing during snorkeling. It's an important point to keep in mind that if we make loud noises, the dolphins may swim away, even when they are right in front of us. I'm very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour! We sincerely look forward to your next participation :)
Mahalo
Aloha Takeちゃんさん
シュノーケリング中のバシャバシャなどお気遣いいただいていたようでありがとうございます。
せっかくイルカが目の前にいても大きな音を立てるをイルカが逃げてしまうので、ご参加の皆様に気をつけていただきたい大切な注意点です。
ツアーを楽しんでいただけたのこと、とても嬉しく思います!
又のご参加を心よりお待ちしています:)
Mahalo
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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: | 2017/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/17 |
Reviewed by: ひがし
We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon, and at my wife's request, we participated in a sandbar tour. Due to the weather, there was no sandy beach, and we were constantly submerged up to our waists in water, but the clear sea and the impressive view of Kualoa made us feel like we were part of nature. The staff were Japanese, and all the announcements were in Japanese. Because of that, all about 20 guests were also Japanese. In that sense, the feeling of being in Hawaii might be slightly diminished.
The tour boat was surrounded by sea turtles and fish that resembled porcupinefish, allowing us to take plenty of photos up close! We also enjoyed snorkeling and paddleboarding, which was a lot of fun.
新婚旅行でハワイに行きましたが、妻の希望でサンドバーツアーに参加しました。
天候の関係か、砂浜はなく常に腰くらいまで水に浸かっている感じでしたが
澄んだ海や遠くに見えるクアロアが迫力満点で大自然の一部になっているような感覚でした。
スタッフさんは日本人の方で常に案内は日本語。それもあってか20名ほどのお客さんは
すべて日本人でした。そういう意味ではハワイに来た感覚は少し薄れるかもしれません。
ツアーの船に懐いているウミガメとハリセンボン?のような魚が周回してくれるので
近くで写真もたくさん撮れました!
シュノーケリングやパドルボートも遊べるのでとても楽しかったです。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We are very happy to have been able to help create wonderful memories for your honeymoon. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。新婚旅行の素敵な思い出作りをお手伝いできたこと、とても嬉しく思います。またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/13 |
Reviewed by: Stephany
It was a great snorkeling experience. They did a great job all around. Seeing Dolphins is a guarantee. They hang out just off the coast on the way to and from the snorkeling location. The food they served was great and included (breakfast/lunch). They provide some drinks for free with the food. Any smoothies or alcoholic drinks you must pay for and there is a bar on the boat for that. They provide rash gaurds, towels, fins, snorkels, various floatation devices (noodles, boards, etc...). I did start feeling a little sea sick and missed out the last 15 min of water time before we headed back. So I would recommend taking some Dramamine if you get motion sickness.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Elaine P
Love the crew! They made it so much fun! Thank you so much for this memorable experience! We cannot wait to come back next year!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Rebecca Thom
Absolutely amazing experience! Swam with so many dolphins; loved every moment. We were the only ones booked on to the boat so we literally had our own private tour! Our guide was lovely and gave us great information and stories about the island. We also got lots of time to snorkel and even saw two white tip reef sharks! Would definitely recommend this tour!
Mahalo for taking the time to submit a review of your Dolphin & Kealakekua Bay Snorkel tour with Kona Ocean Experience and for your recommendation! We're so glad to hear that you had an amazing experience with viewing the wondrous marine life of the Kona Coast area, and that you enjoyed learning about our Hawaiian culture and history, too!
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| Packages: | Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watching Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Brian
We had a great time with Chanda and the captain. They honored our reservation even though we were the only two.
We saw 3-4 huge female manta rays that came up and brushed up against us. Not counting all the schools of fish! And hot cocoa when we were done was icing on the cake.
Looking forward to the next time!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/19 |
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Hi suzy, you did great! Hope we see you again. Dan.