Reviewed by: shuu
Originally, it was scheduled for January 30, but I received a call from Veltra the day before, asking me to change the date due to a warning being issued for the next day. So, I participated on February 1.
When I come to Hawaii, Hanauma Bay is an absolute must-visit and one of my favorite places. Although it was an early morning, I was able to enjoy it while there were fewer people. I encountered many fish and was very satisfied. The weather was great, and the view of Hanauma Bay from near the entrance was amazing!
Of course, I want to go again.
当初は1/30の予定でしたが、前日にベルトラさんから電話を頂き、明日は警報が出ているので日程を変更してくださいとのこと。そして2/1に参加させて頂きました。
ハワイに来たらハナウマ湾は絶対外せない大好きな場所。朝が早いけど人が少ないうちから楽しめました。たくさんの魚にも逢えて大満足でした。天候も良く、入場口付近から見たハナウマ湾は最高です!
勿論、また行きたいです。
売店は入場口の外にあるので、入場すると飲食物は買えないので、持参することをお勧めします。集合時間に余裕あれば、出てから売店で買えますよ。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/01 |
Reviewed by: Christina
Loooooved it! We didnt wanna get off the boat n the crew was awesome with my kids!!!!
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| Packages: | Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour [4.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/01 |
Reviewed by: LB
I loved this snorkeling adventure! The live music was really entertaining, and the lunch was yummy. I really liked that the staff who did the outfitting for your snorkel gear was attentive and caring and wanted to make sure you had a good experience! I liked that there was a small tow rope strung between the main vessel and the floating "lounge" area to help guide you through the water. The variety of activities was good too, with the banana rafts and the stand-up paddleboards. There was an activity here for every level of adventurer. I kind of wished the boat was a bit smaller and more intimate but I got used to the size quickly and really ended up enjoying the experience!
Just go on this trip! It was pretty fun and amazing.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/19 |
Reviewed by: しほ
Since it was a Japanese instructor, I felt安心して参加できました. I participated with the desire to see a honu, so I was worried about the weather on the day of the event. Although the sea was slightly murky, I was able to meet the honu I had longed to see, and the instructor took many photos for me, creating wonderful memories.
日本人のインストラクターの方だったので、安心して参加できました。ホヌに逢いたい願望で参加したので、当日は天候が怪しくて心配もありました。実際に海は若干の濁りがありましたが念願のホヌにも逢え、インストラクターの方にたくさん写真を撮っていただきいい思い出になりました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Rik
My then girlfriend (and very soon to be wife) and I took this day trip for the first time in 1985. On this outing in 2025 we marked our 40th wedding anniversary. It was wonderful then and still is a wonderful way to spend a day in paradise. The crew was amazing. Between their stories about the sea life and history of the islands and the family run business, their humor and incredibly attentive and diligent work ethic, they truly make you feel special!
If you can only choose one activity to partake in while on Maui, this is it!
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| Packages: | Kaanapali Beach Departure [10:30 AM - 6:30 PM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/08 |
Reviewed by: ocha
I think it would be beneficial to check the days when low tide coincides with the tour time, as participating then may enhance your satisfaction. While the dry season is likely the best time to join, I still had a great time even on a cloudy day.
I didn't mind the rocking of the boat. I took motion sickness medication, which seemed to help, and I was able to enjoy myself without feeling sick. The light snack of spam onigiri was delicious. There were also cocoa, miso soup, and snacks available, which made for a fulfilling experience.
In January, the weather was cloudy, so the sea felt cold, but I gradually got used to it. I participated in a swimsuit, rash guard, rash trunks, and reef shoes, which kept me comfortable. Each group received one stand-up paddleboard (SUP), allowing us to enjoy it to the fullest. The water was quite shallow, so there was no worry about drowning. After thoroughly enjoying the SUP, I joined the snorkeling activity. Even for first-timers, the staff provides support, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind. I brought a GoPro, so I was able to capture videos underwater. I recommend bringing your smartphone in a waterproof case or a waterproof camera to take plenty of photos and videos. Many Japanese participants joined, and there were explanations in Japanese each time, with all the staff being very kind. Luggage is stored under the chairs by group, so it's advisable to bring a bag that can get wet since there is a possibility of getting splashed. There are no coin lockers, so it's best not to bring valuables like passports and to take only cash for tips and one credit card.
On the way back, the bus stopped at a malasada food truck, which only accepted credit cards, so if you want to enjoy malasadas, it's a good idea to bring a credit card.
I gave tips to the staff on the boat and also to the bus driver on the way back. It would be wise to prepare tips for both.
干潮がツアー時間と被る日を調べて、参加すると満足度が高まるかと思います。乾季の参加がベストかとは思いますが、曇りでも十分楽しめました。
船の揺れは気になりませんでした。酔い止めを飲んでいたのが効いたのか酔わずに楽しめました。
軽食はスパムおにぎりが美味しかったです。ココアや味噌汁、スナック菓子もあり充実しています。
1月の参加で天気も曇りでしたので海は冷たく感じましたがだんだんと慣れてきました。服装は水着+ラッシュガード、ラッシュトレンカ、リーフシューズで参加し、快適に過ごせました。SUPは1グループに1つ配られるので思う存分楽しむことができました。結構浅瀬なので溺れる心配もありませんでした。SUPを十分に楽しんだ後はシュノーケルに参加しました。シュノーケルが初めての人でもスタッフがサポートしてくれるので安心して楽しめます。GoProを持って行ったので海中の動画を撮ることができました。防水ケースに入れてスマホを持っていくか、防水カメラを持っていくと写真や動画がたくさん取れて楽しめると思います。日本人が多く参加しており、日本語での説明も毎回あり、スタッフは全員とても親切でした。荷物はグループごとに椅子の下にしまいます。水に濡れる可能性があるので水に濡れても良いカバンで参加するのがオススメです。コインロッカーはないので、パスポートなどの貴重品は持参せず、チップ分の現金とクレジットカード1枚だけ持って行くと良いと思います。
帰りのバスでマラサダのキッチンカーに寄ってくれて、そこは現金が使えず、クレジットガードのみだったのでマラサダを食べたい人はクレジットカードを持って行くと良いと思います。
チップは船上のスタッフさんに渡したのと、帰りにバスの運転手さんにも渡しました。それぞれ用意しておくのがいいかと思います。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful review with photos. We all look forward to the day we can meet again during the dry season. A hui hou!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。
お写真付きでご丁寧なレビューをアップしていただき心より感謝申し上げます。
是非次回は乾季の季節にお会いできる日をスタッフ一同心よりお待ちいたしております。A hui hou!
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| Packages: | 2便 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/08 |
Reviewed by: pocomin
I was able to see the honu (sea turtle). It's recommended to go when you have enough stamina, as you'll be snorkeling for a long time. I felt cold and got a bit seasick along the way, but thanks to the instructors, I was able to participate in a fun atmosphere.
ホヌが見れました。長い時間シュノーケリングをする為、体力がある時がお勧めです。途中で寒く感じ波酔いをしましたが、先生方のお陰で楽しい雰囲気で参加出来ました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/20 |
Reviewed by: Joey and crew
No time to relax on this excursion. We flew to Captain Cook on a zodiac boat with little room to sit or move about. The snorkeling was OK and the guides were helpful. Everything felt rushed from the get go. This trip sure gave us a lot of chuckles when rehashing our day.
Slow down. Less passengers on the boat.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Oahusnorkel
Great service,on time pickup. Navigated transportation well. The guides shined with extras such as wetsuits for hire and even prescription mask. In the water they knew where to find the fish and the easiest routes through the reef. Best snorkel tour for beginners. Lots of fun even for experienced snorkelers.
Thanks guys! Glad you enjoyed. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Reviewed by: またぴろ
I participated in a tour that ended in the morning. The weather wasn't very good, and it was a bit chilly, but I didn't feel as cold as I thought I would when I got into the water. During snorkeling, there were many colorful fish, and I encountered a turtle a couple of times. Additionally, a little further away, there was a pod of dolphins, making it a satisfying tour with a variety of experiences in a short time. Next time I come to Hawaii, I would like to recommend it to my friends and participate together.
午前中で終了するツアーでしたので参加してみました。余り良い天候ではなく、少し肌寒い気温でしたが海に入ると思ったより寒く感じませんでした。シュノーケリングでは様々な色の魚がたくさんいて、カメさんにも2度程遭遇デキました。更に少し先の方にはイルカの群れがいてたりと短時間で色々と満足デキたツアーでした。次回、ハワイに来た時には友人達に勧めて一緒に参加したいです。
It's a short time underwater, but you'll be swimming with fins. Since the kicking motion is not something you're used to, it can be quite tiring, so it's a good workout! (laughs)
短時間の海中ですがフィンを使用しての回遊。普段慣れないキック動作ですので結構疲れると思いますので良いトレーニングになりますよ(笑)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Eskay
We booked the Kaneohe sandbar standard package as we had our 2 year old kid travelling with us. We got to do a bit of everything swim, snorkel, kayak and paddleboard. My son enjoyed his first kayak ride. There is a good deck once u reach the sandbar where we can relax in between activities. The crew were friendly and hospitalable. We enjoyed the music onboard. I would definitely recommend the Kaneohe sandbar experience to anyone visiting Oahu !!!!
Please check the weather and tide timings before you book.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: kumi
The tour was very good.
It was disappointing that the pickup time was delayed. If there is going to be a delay, I would like to be informed by email. The phone line was not reachable. I hope this can be improved.
ツアーはとても良かったです
お迎えの時間が遅れていた事は残念です
遅れるならメールにて送って欲しいです
電話は繋がらないし
改善して欲しいです
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We apologize for the delay caused by traffic conditions on the day of the event. We will share your feedback internally. Thank you. From all the KBOS staff.
この度はツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。当日は交通状況によりお待たせしてしまった様で申し訳ございませんでした。頂いたご意見は社内で共有させて頂きます。ありがとうございました。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: Crissy Collins
We had an amazing time on the boat. The food was delicious, the crew was amazing, and we saw whales. We were traveling with a 4 and 6 year old and they had all the perfect amenities for kids. 10/10!
Thank you for the 5-star review!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/26 |
Reviewed by: Minnesota
Super fun tour with easy to talk to guide. So many fish to see. Our son even saw an octopus.
You guys did great! Hope we see you again
Dan
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: なぎ
It was a trip with small children, but we were able to enjoy it without getting bored. It was very fun.
I wanted to see the dolphins a little closer. Thank you.
小さな子どもズレでしたが、
飽きずに楽しむことができました。
とても楽しかったです。
もう少し近くでイルカが見たかったです。
ありがとうございます。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Maria
They are great! We enjoyed all our time on the catamaran, the crew did a great job
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/03 |
Reviewed by: fumash
Due to the tides, we were submerged on the sandy beach. We encountered quite a few turtles, which was great, but the water clarity in Hawaii (Honolulu) wasn't very good, so that was disappointing.
潮の関係で、自分たちは砂浜なは水没していました。
亀にはかなり遭遇できたのでとてもよかったのですが、ハワイ(ホノルル)の透明度はあまり良くないので、そこは残念。
Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea tour the other day. We look forward to seeing you again, along with the sea turtles.
キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。先日はツアーにご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。またお会いできる日をウミガメとともにお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 2便 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/02 |
Reviewed by: ママさん
We were entertained by discovering sea turtles and seeing heart-shaped corals even before we arrived at the sandbar. During snorkeling, we were able to see sea turtles right in front of us, and our family was thrilled. There were staff members who spoke Japanese, which was reassuring, and everyone was very kind, making it a fun experience. I recommend it to anyone considering snorkeling.
サンドバーに到着するまでもウミガメを発見したり、ハートのサンゴを見せてくれたり楽しませてくれました。
シュノーケリングではウミガメを目の前で見ることが出来て家族で感激しました。
日本語が話せるスタッフの方もいて安心ですがみなさんとても親切で楽しい体験になりました。シュノーケリングを検討されている方にはオススメです。
The fee does not include a tip, so cash for the tip is necessary.
料金にチップは含まれていませんので、チップ分の現金は必要です。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It seems that your family was able to encounter a sea turtle, which is believed to bring good luck. Please come visit us again when you return to Hawaii. A hui hou!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。ツアーを楽しんでいただけて大変うれしく思います。
幸運を運んでくると信じられているウミガメにご家族で遭遇できたそうですね。ぜひまたハワイにお越しの際は遊びにいらしてください。A hui hou!
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| Packages: | 2便 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/21 |
Reviewed by: Lmcgraw
We did this just 8 months ago and we brought the rest of the family with us this time. There was 8 of us and everyone participated in all of the activities and it didn't matter that the weather wasn't perfect, the aloha shared by this team is what made this experience wonderful. Thank you for making our Obana's day!
Nice to have coffee as an option on cooler days
Mahalo for coming back & your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/22 |
Reviewed by: macchan
As the name "Angel's Sea" suggests, the ocean is truly beautiful. The staff on the boat taught us about turtles and sea turtles, and they grilled hamburgers for us to enjoy on board, which was a unique experience that we don't usually get to have. It was so much fun!
天使の海の名の通り、海がほんとにきれい。船上のスタッフもカメ!とウミガメがいることを教えてくれたりハンバーグを焼いてくれて船上で食べるとかなかなか普段できない経験ができました☆楽しかった!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/11 |
Reviewed by: R and L
We had an excellent adventure on our morning trip. The crew was great and took care of every possible detail to ensure all the guests had a good experience.
The live music was an added bonus that we truly enjoyed! Highly recommend this as a great way to spend a few hours on the water.
a long sleeve water shirt will be helpful for morning trips
Mahalo for your review! We are very happy that you enjoyed our tour. Hope you will join us again. - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/11 |
Reviewed by: ella
I was looking for a turtle snorkeling tour and came across this company. Since I was traveling alone, I wanted to avoid overly crowded snorkeling tours, and this company had great reviews, so I decided to go with them. The tour guides were incredibly friendly and fun. I’m especially grateful to Francesco, who guided me since I’m not very confident in swimming. I’ll definitely recommend this to my friends! Thank you so much!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/18 |
Reviewed by: とも
Since I stayed at Waikoloa Village, I decided to book Dolphin Quest. The prices were high due to the weak yen, but I thought the experience for my child was priceless, so I made the reservation. The group was divided into two, with one team that understood English and another that did not. The team that didn't understand English had four Japanese and one Indian. Later, you can purchase photos for download.
ワイコロアビレッジに宿泊したため、せっかくなのでドルフィンクエストを予約しました。
円安だし値段は高かったけど、子供の経験はプライスレスだと思い予約。
グループを2つに分けられて、英語がわかるチームと分からないチームに分けられました。
英語わからない方は日本人4.インド系1でした。
後日ダウンロードの写真購入ができます。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
3 manta rays out, so scary but so beautiful! a memory our kids will get to have forever!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Kara
wonderful crew and our family had a great day getting to snorkel with just our family!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Charter (up to 30 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Really wonderful views in the water at Molokini! A must see when on Maui :)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Nick
Don’t mistake their wry humour for un professionalism. Saw them take another’s concerns with slightly damaged gear seriously. Would’ve liked a more guided experience on the water where to best see stuff but for the cost, I can’t blame em. A dolphin pod swam up to the boat on the way back and they stopped to let us experience it.
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Migs
Super enjoy! The crew are great and friendly.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/17 |
Reviewed by: Renee
Staffs are super kind. The sightseeing and activities were super fun! Definitely will come back!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/23 |
Reviewed by: tachijp
I visited Hanauma Bay for the first time in 30 years. We arrived in an 8-passenger van before the parking lot opened, but there were quite a few cars lined up. Thanks to our guide departing early based on the previous day's situation, we were able to enter quite smoothly. It seems that tour guests can enter preferentially. Before descending to Hanauma Bay, we watched a video and received explanations, which took about 30 minutes. We descended about 30 meters down a steep slope in a large buggy that holds around 15 people. In the past, there were many fish near the shore because people fed them, but now there aren't as many. Following our guide, we were shown the areas where the fish are, from the left side of the bay to the right. Along the way, we were able to see a turtle. Additionally, we spotted a whale spouting outside the bay.
30年ぶりにハナウマ湾に行きました
8人乗りのバンで、駐車場の開場前に着きますが、結構車が並んでいます
ガイドさんが前日の様子から早めに出発したため、結構スムーズに入場できました
ツアー客は優先的に入場できるようです
ハナウマ湾に降りる前に、説明、ビデオを観るので、30分ぐらいかかります
ハナウマ湾までは、30mぐらいの急な坂を15人乗りぐらいの大型バギーで降ります
以前は、餌を与えていたため、波打ち際まで多くの魚がいましたが、今は余りいません
ガイドさんに従って、湾の左側から右側まで、魚がいるところを案内してくれます
途中でカメを観ることができました
また、湾の外にクジラの潮吹きが見られました
They provide careful explanations even for children who are snorkeling for the first time. It's a good idea to rent a wetsuit since you'll be in the water for quite a while.
シュノーケルが初めての子供でも丁寧に説明してくれます
結構長く海に入っているの、ウェットスーツを借りたほうがいいです
| Rating: | |
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/27 |
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The concession stand is located outside the entrance, so you cannot buy food and drinks once you enter. I recommend bringing your own. If you have time before the meeting time, you can go out and buy