Hawaii
The entire experience was amazing. The crew was friendly, the scooters themselves were fun, and the divers that stayed next to each scooter did such a great job showing the sights and making it fun. Easily a highlight of our trip!
I enrolled in Dolphin Junior High.
All the instructors were cheerful, and I had a great experience!
As soon as the boat set sail, we spotted a pod of dolphins and were able to swim close to them.
When we arrived at the next snorkeling spot, we saw five large sea turtles, and we could also watch them come up to the surface for air.
In the end, we all danced the hula and had a fun experience.
The boat also had a restroom, which was reassuring!
イルカ中学に入校しました。
インストラクターさんの皆さんが陽気な人ばかりで楽しく体験できました!
船が出港してすぐにイルカの群れを発見し、イルカの群れと近くに一緒に泳ぐことができました。
次のスノーケルスポットに到着し、2回目のスノーケルをすると大きなウミガメが5匹おり、息継ぎをしに海面に上がって来る様子も見れました。
最後は皆でフラを踊って楽しく体験できました。
船にはトイレもあって安心でした!
Aloha, Yosuke,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Junior High tour. We are all very happy to have swum with Dolphin-sensei and Professor Manta! It seems you did great on your graduation exam as well. ^^
We also have tours for Dolphin High School and Manta University on the Big Island!
We look forward to seeing you again!!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office, Moe
Aloha, よーすけ様
この度はイルカ中学のツアーにご参加下さり有難うございました。
イルカ先生ともカメ大教授とも泳げてスタッフ一同嬉しい限りです!
卒業試験もバッチリだったようですね^^
ハワイ島にはイルカ高校、マンタ大学のツアーもございます!
またお会いできる日を楽しみにしております!!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス Moe
It was such a great experience. Saw hundreds of beautiful fish. Our tour guide was excellent!!!.Dan is such a great person he made of excursion very enjoyable!
Thanks Melinda, you guys all did great. Next time we'll use fins! Dan.
I was not confident in my swimming skills and was anxious about my stamina, but the instructor provided excellent support. It was clear that they were paying close attention to each participant. The conversations on the bus were also very enjoyable, and we arrived in no time. The dolphins appeared right away! We also got to see many sea turtles. I never imagined I could swim with so many dolphins and sea turtles. Just the amazing location alone was more than satisfying, but it was the warmth of the crew that truly healed me. Especially the instructor, J, who is half Japanese and half Hawaiian, was beautiful. Thank you so much. It became the best memory. There seemed to be many repeat customers, and I completely understand why. With the best ocean and crew, I will definitely come back again! I think there are various reviews out there, but I hope you continue to stay true to your character.
泳ぎが苦手で、体力にも自信が余りなく不安でしたが、インストラクターさんがしっかりサポートしてくれました。
たくさんの参加者ひとりひとりをしっかり目配せしておられるのがよく分かりました。
バス中でのトークもとっても楽しく、あっという間に到着。
イルカ先生、すぐに登場されました!
海カメもたくさん会えました。
こんなにたくさんのイルカと海カメと泳げるなんて。
最高のロケーションだけでももう十分すぎるほど満足なのですが、クルーの皆さんの温かさに何より癒されました。
特に日本とハワイのハーフさんのインストラクター、美人のJさん。
本当にありがとう。最高の思い出になりました。
リピーターのお客様も多そうでしたが、納得です。
最高の海とクルーさん達、必ずまた会いに行きます!!
色んなレビューがあると思うけれど、これからもそのままのキャラクターでがんばっていただきたいです。
Thank you for participating in the tour of the private Dolphin Middle School. We are very happy to hear that you created wonderful memories that can only be made in Hawaii! Since this is a tour in nature, each experience is different every time. Our guide Julie and the entire crew look forward to seeing you again. Thank you for your very kind comments! I have also shared them with Julie! Mahalo!!! Dolphin Office Moe
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加下さり有難うございます。
ハワイでしかできない、素敵な思い出ができた様でスタッフ一同とても嬉しく思います!
自然相手のツアーなのでツアーは毎回毎回違います。
ガイドのジュリ含め、クルー一同またお会いできる日を楽しみにしております。
とても嬉しいコメント有難うございます!ジュリにも伝えておきました!
Mahalo!!!
イルカオフィス Moe
I saw a lot of dolphins! I was able to swim with them! When the captain spots a dolphin, he immediately calls for us to jump into the sea. During the first three attempts, we couldn't encounter any dolphins, but on the fourth try, we hit the jackpot! I think I swam with the dolphins for about two minutes. It was really moving. However, it requires quite a bit of stamina, and by the time we went snorkeling with the sea turtles, I was completely exhausted and quickly got back on the boat. Also, it gets quite cold on the boat. You can rent a wetsuit for $10, so I think it's a good idea to prepare one in advance.
イルカ、沢山見られました!一緒に泳げました!
船長さんがイルカを見つけたらすぐ海に入るよう声が掛かります。最初の3回は中々イルカと鉢合わせられませんでしたが、4回目はバッチリ!2分くらいイルカと一緒に泳いでいたんじゃないかなぁと思います。すごく感動しました。でも結構体力が必要で、ウミガメシュノーケリングの時間にはヘトヘトになってしまい、とっとと船に上がってしまいました。あと、船上はかなり寒いです。10ドルでウェットスーツ借りられるので、用意して行くと良いと思います。
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School program. Swimming with wild dolphins can be quite challenging! I'm really glad we were able to swim together in the end! We are all very happy that you had an experience that is hard to come by in Japan.
It can be a bit chilly on the boat after swimming, even during this season, due to the wind. Thank you for your advice.
When you visit the Big Island, we also have tours for Dolphin High School and Manta University, so we look forward to seeing you again.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Moe
この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
野生のイルカと泳ぐのって大変ですよね><!最後は一緒に泳げて本当良かったです!!!
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
船の上は風もあるので泳いだ後はこの時期でも寒いことがあります。。アドバイスくださりありがとうございます。
ハワイ島にお越しの際はイルカ高校・マンタ大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Moe
I participated in a snorkeling tour to Molokini Island. I requested a pickup, but a taxi came, and the driver didn't get out, so I didn't realize it was the pickup for the group tour, which caused a few minutes of delay. Fortunately, the hotel bellman was considerate and helped me get on the ride. The tour registration was in English only, but there was a Japanese staff member on board who kindly explained everything. We arrived at Molokini Island in an hour. The weather was nice, and the sea was beautiful, but there were fewer fish than I expected, so it wasn't as exciting as I had hoped. The one-hour snorkeling felt a bit long, and we got out early. I heard from the staff that the water temperature was somewhat low, so renting a wetsuit (just the top) for $10 was a good decision. Without it, I think we would have been very cold. We had lunch while moving to the next spot, Wailea Point. The visibility here is not as good as Molokini Island, but it's a spot where you can see turtles. At the place the staff pointed out, we were able to see three turtles up close, which was quite fun. Overall, I think it was worth going, but it might be better not to expect too much in terms of swimming with cute fish. Also, the boat does rock quite a bit. Since you can't land on the island, you are either in the water or on the boat, so it's best to take motion sickness medication as early as possible.
モロキニ島シュノーケルツアーに参加しました。送迎を頼んだのですが、迎えにきたのがタクシーで、運転手さんも降りてこなかったし、まさかそれがグループツアーの迎えとは思わず、数分ロス。ホテルのベルマンが気を利かせてくれたので、無事に乗車できました。ツアーの受付は英語のみでしたが、乗船スタッフに日本の方がいらして、丁寧に説明して下さいました。1時間でモロキニ島に到着。お天気はよく、海も綺麗でしたが、思ったよりも魚が少なく、わー!という感じにはなりませんでした。1時間のシュノーケルはちょっと長く感じ、我々は早めに上がりました。スタッフの方に水温はそこそこ低いと聞いたので、10ドル出して借りたウエットスーツ(上着のみ)は正解でした。それが無ければ我々は寒くて仕方無かったと思います。昼食を食べながら移動し、次はワイレアポイント。こちらは透明度はモロキニ島に劣りますが、亀が見られるポイントで、スタッフの方が教えてくれたところで、三匹の亀を近くで見ることができました。これは結構楽しかったです。総じて行く価値はあったかと思いますが、あまり可愛い魚と泳げる!と期待し過ぎない方が良いかもしれません。また、結構船は揺れます。島には上陸できないので、海の中にいるか、船に居るかなので、酔い止め薬は出来るだけ事前に飲んだ方が良いと思います。
The whole experience was being on the sandbar, which was amazing. However the tide was to our waist and it wasn't very sunny so I'd plan better for a low tide. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Don't get excited about the BBQ lunch. It was fine but frozen stacks of burgers.
The highlight of snorkeling was seeing a giant sea Turtle, beyond that the water conditions made it hard to see other fish. And I doubted the sterilization of the snorkel gear.
It was my first time snorkeling, and being older, I was a bit worried. However, I was thrilled to encounter so many manta rays! They came to us in such numbers, and it was a wonderful experience.
シュノーケリングは初めてでその上、年配者でちょっと心配してましたが⁉️
沢山のマンタに出逢えて感激しました、‼️
私達のために、というほど沢山やって来てくれて、体験できてとても良かったです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! I'm glad to hear that you were able to see many mantas. Please feel free to join our tours again if you have the opportunity. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! たくさんのマンタをご覧いただけた様で何よりです。 また是非、機会がございましたら弊社ツアーに遊びにいらしてくださいね。MAHALO!!
It was more fun than I expected, and I was very satisfied! Under the guidance of the fun character Musashi, I completed the Iruka Middle School curriculum! By chance, I got to meet the principal of Iruka, and the boat captain and crew members conveyed their hospitality so warmly! Is this also the power of Iruka? On the day of the Hawaii lantern floating, I was able to connect with the ocean and express my gratitude, which was also wonderful.
期待以上の楽しさで、大満足!楽しいキャラのムサシさんの引率で、いるか中学カリキュラムを、修了!偶然にも、いるか校長に会えて、ボート船長、クルーメンバーも、おもてなしの心がじんと伝わりました!これも、いるかパワーかな?ハワイ灯籠流しの当日、海と仲良くなれて、感謝出来て、これまた、よかったです。
Aloha, Kanyasu,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin Junior High this time. It’s a lucky day to meet not only Teacher Dolphin but also the president on the boat! We are very happy that you could feel the warmth of the Dolphin family and get along with the ocean. On the Big Island, we also have tours for Dolphin High School and Manta University! We look forward to the day we can meet again.
Dolphin Office, Moe
Aloha, かんやす様
この度はイルカ中学にご参加下さり有難うございます。
いるか先生だけでなく、船で学長にもお会いできるなんてラッキーな日です!
イルカファミリーのあたたかさを感じていただけて、海と仲良くなってくださって、
スタッフ一同大変嬉しく思います!
ハワイ島では、イルカ高校やマンタ大学のツアーもございますよ♪
またお会いできる日を楽しみにしています。
イルカオフィス Moe
This is my fifth time participating! My eight-year-old child loves it, and whenever we go to Hawaii, we always join in!
This time, I didn't go into the water because I'm pregnant with my second child, but they took us to the sandbar in a kayak to keep us dry! Thank you very much.
Even those who didn't snorkel were able to ride on the speedboat, and the service was excellent✨
We were also lucky to have sea turtles swim close to us, and my child was thrilled to see them up close! Sometimes the turtles come to play, and sometimes they don't, but we were very lucky this time.
The food has changed from sandwiches to meat, and the meat was very delicious! (I'm not sure if the menu has changed or if it was a special menu just for this time...)
I want to go again! Thank you!
もぉ5回目くらいの参加です!
子供(八歳)が大好きでHawaiiに行ったときは
いつも参加させて頂いています!
今回私は二人目妊娠中で海には入らなかったのですが、カヤックで濡れないようにサンドバーまで連れていっていただきました!
ありがとうございます。
シュノーケルをしなかった方もスピードボート?に乗せてくださり、とってもサービスが良かったです✨
また海亀も近くまで泳いできて、とっても近くで見ることができ子供も大喜びでした!
海亀も遊びに来てくれるときと、来てくれないときはありますが今回はとってもラッキーでした。
ご飯は今まではサンドイッチだったのが
お肉になっていて、そのお肉もとっても美味しかったです!(メニューが変わったのか、今回だけ特別メニューだったのかは分かりませんが…)
また行きたいと思います!
ありがとうございました!
Aloha! This is already our fifth time!! Thank you. Next time, we will bring our second child along. We look forward to that day with the sea turtles. Mahalo!
アロハ!もうすでに5回目!!ありがとうございます。
次回は二人目のお子様もご一緒に。 その日をウミガメとともにお待ちしております。マハロ!
Great day out on the water. A time for the entire family, very friendly crew and the food was great.
Amazing experience! Very easy to watch turtles and swim with them!
It was raining at the time of departure, but by the time we arrived at the sandbar, the rain had completely stopped, and we were greeted with a wonderful view of the clear sea. We walked a little in the water to get to the shallow area of the sandbar from the boat, but the sand was not as soft as I expected, and it was a bit painful on bare feet, so it might be better to have marine shoes. The snorkeling experience allowed us to see sea turtles, making it a memorable tour.
出発時は雨でしたが、サンドバーに到着の頃は雨もすっかり上がり、透明な海が広がる素晴らしい景色でした。
船からサンドバーの浅瀬に行くまで、海の中を少し歩きますが、思ったよりサラサラの砂地では無く、素足だと少し痛いのでマリンシューズがあった方がいいかもしれません。
シュノーケリングではホヌにも会えて、思い出になる素晴らしいツアーになりました。
Aloha! The sandbar after the rain is also incredibly beautiful, isn't it? Thank you for sharing the lovely photos.
アロハ! 雨上がりのサンドバーもまたと〜っても綺麗ですよね。素敵なお写真アップありがとうございました。
I signed up for the 11 AM start. They came to pick me up around 9 AM in Waikiki. It was reassuring to have a Japanese staff member with us from pick-up to drop-off. The weather wasn't great, but we encountered a sea turtle right at the start. As soon as we began snorkeling, we were able to see a pod of dolphins. It felt like we were floating on the surface while watching the dolphins swim below us.
After about 30 minutes, we got back on the boat and enjoyed hamburgers while watching the staff perform hula. I didn't have high expectations for lunch, so it was neither good nor bad. Although it was mentioned that there would be SUP and a slide, there were very few of them, so we couldn't enjoy them much.
The staff were all young and seemed to be having fun joking around the whole time.
I signed up to receive photos on a USB for $55. There were quite a few photos, but only a few of them had us looking decent. Most were pictures of strangers who were on the same boat. I wasn't sure what to do with those. Additionally, there were many photos of dolphins and sea turtles that definitely weren't from today, which was disappointing. I didn't need those kinds of photos.
11時スタートに申込み
9時頃にワイキキにお迎えに来てくれます。
お迎えから送りまで日本人のスタッフさんがついていてくれるので安心感がありました。
天気はあまり良くなかったのですがスタートしていきなりウミガメに遭遇~
シュノーケリング始めるとすぐにイルカの群れを見ることができました。
海上にプカプカ浮きながら海中を泳いでるイルカを眺める感じでした。
30分弱で船上にあがりスタッフのフラダンスを眺めながらハンバーガーをいただきました
ランチには期待してなかったので可もなく不可もなくといったところです。
SUPや滑り台もあると記載されてましたが数が少なく
なかなか楽しめませんでした
スタッフのみなさんお若くて
終始自分たちがふざけあって楽しんでらっしゃる
写真をUSBでもらえるので申込みましたが(55$)
写真のボリュームはありましたが、自分たちがまともにうつってる写真は数枚
同船してた知らない人の写真ばかり
そんなのもらってもどうしてよいものか
また、絶対に今日の写真ではないイルカやウミガメの写真が盛りだくさん使われていたのにはガッカリ
こんな写真ならいらなかったです
Thank you for your message, Pazu. I apologize that you were not 100% satisfied despite participating in the tour. I also appreciate the valuable feedback. I will share it internally and work on improvements. We are particularly committed to enhancing the training of the boat crew and photographers. The USB contains past best shots as a service. The photos you attached are from those best shots. I sincerely apologize once again.
pazuさま、書き込みありがとうございます。せっかくツアーにご参加いただいたのに、100%ご満足いただけず、申し訳ありませんでした。また貴重な情報ありがとうございます。社内でシェアさせていただき、改善していきたいと思います。特にボートクルーとカメラマンの教育には力を入れていく所存でございます。USBの中には、サービスとして、過去のベストショットを入れております。添付いただきましたお写真は、ベストショットからのお写真になります。本当に申し訳ありませんでした。重ねてお詫び申し上げます。
The ocean is incredibly beautiful, and the crew members are truly kind! This is my second time on this tour, and I had the best experience.
海がとにかくキレイで、クルーの皆さんが本当に親切です!こちらのツアーはリピーターですが、最高な経験が出来ました。
Swimming with dolphins was amazing, and I also got to sing, dance hula, and experience the local culture! This tour sparked my interest in Hawaii and local culture, making me want to go back! The crew was very enthusiastic about entertaining the guests, which made me really happy!
Please note that banana-patterned swimsuits are prohibited, and you're not allowed to eat or bring bananas in the morning, so be careful! There were many newlyweds on the tour!
イルカと一緒に泳ぐことはもちろん、歌を歌ったり、フラを踊ったり、ロコの文化を感じることができました!ハワイやロコ文化に興味が湧いてきて、また行きたい!と思わせてくれるツアーでした♩
また、クルーもツアー客を楽しませる熱意が強くて、気持ちがすごく嬉しかったです!
バナナ柄の水着は禁止で、朝にバナナを食べて行ったり、持って行くことも禁止なので気をつけてくださいねー!
新婚さんが多かったです!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are honored if our tour helped you love Hawaii even more. Please come back to meet the wild dolphins and turtles again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! 弊社のツアーを通じて、ハワイをより好きになっていただけたのであれば光栄です。また是非、野生のイルカやカメに会いに来てくださいね! MAHALO!!
I made a reservation for a low tide day during my stay in Hawaii. The weather was great, and it was really beautiful. The BBQ hamburgers were delicious because they grilled the meat right there, and they were huge! I was also able to see sea turtles from the boat.
It seemed that the visibility for snorkeling wasn't great that day, so we could only see around the coral reefs, but they give you bread to feed the fish, which was fun. It was a very enjoyable tour.
The bus ride was extremely cold due to the air conditioning, so it's essential to prepare for the cold.
ハワイ滞在中での干潮の日に予約しました。
天気にも恵まれすごく綺麗でした。
BBQのハンバーガーもお肉をその場で焼いてくれるのでとっても美味しかったです。しかも大きい!
海亀も船の上からですが見れました。
シュノーケリングはその日は透明度が悪かったようで珊瑚礁周りしか見えませんが、餌用にパンをくれるので魚が寄ってきたり楽しめます。
とても楽しいツアーでした。
道中のバスはエアコンがとにかく寒いので、寒さ対策は必須です。
The boat took off at an incredible speed, and I experienced a thrill that really got my adrenaline pumping. When we arrived at the spot, two manta rays swam right below us, circling for about 45 minutes—it was amazing!
However, don't underestimate the Hawaiian nights!
With wet bodies and the wind from the boat, the temperature dropped as the sun set, making the return trip very cold!
If you're participating, definitely bring something to keep warm!
It was a tour that my 75-year-old mother could also join.
出発してボートはすごいスピードで、スリルを味わい、テンションが、上がりました。ポイント到着して、マンタが2枚がすぐに私たちの下でグルグルと回ってくれて、約45分間最高でしたよ!
でも、夜のハワイを甘くみてはいけない!
濡れた体にボートの風、太陽が沈んで気温も下がり、帰りは非常に寒い!
参加される方は羽織る物を絶対に持って行きましょう!
75歳の母も参加できるツアーでした。
Aloha Jun,
Thank you for participating in the tour. We are glad to hear that you had a wonderful time with the manta rays. The nights in Hawaii can get a bit chilly, so we recommend bringing something warm to wear. We look forward to your next visit!
Mahalo
Aloha じゅん様
ツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございます。マンタと一緒に最高な時間を過ごされたというお声をいただき、私たちも嬉しく思います。夜のハワイは少し肌寒くなりますので、防寒出来るものを持参されることをお勧めします。また次回のご参加お待ちしております!
Mahalo
Two people in their 60s who don't usually exercise. Although I felt relieved to see other participants around the same age, the first time entering the water was tough and terrifying, and I quickly got back on the boat. However, from the second time on, I leaned on a float and drifted around, and with the guide's support, I was able to see many dolphins. It was really fun!
The guide named us after people who were young long ago. I received plenty of support and had a great time, for which I am grateful. The female captain also gave us lots of encouragement.
普段運動してない60代2人。同世代と思われる参加者もあって一安心したものの、1回目の入水は、しんどい、溺れる‥‥恐怖で早々にボートに上がりましたが、2回目からは浮き棒に寄りかかってプカプカと漂い、ガイドさんのフォローを得てイルカさんをたくさん見る事が出来ました。本当に楽しかった!!
昔若かった人達とは、当日のガイドさんからのネーミング。十分フォローして楽しませて頂いて、感謝。女性の船長さんからも沢山沢山エールをいただきました。
Unfortunately, we couldn't go snorkeling at Molokini this year due to the strong winds, but thanks to our attentive guide (a Japanese woman named Takako), we had a wonderful time. Her kindness was not pushy, and her quick and detailed movements were a pleasure to watch! Just seeing her in action made the boat trip worthwhile.
The space on the boat, even just enjoying burgers and spending time there, felt blissful. I think we will be relying on your services again next year. Thank you very much!
今年も風が強く残念ながらモロキニへのシュノーケリングは出来ませんでしたがきめ細かいガイドさん(日本人女性のタカコさん)のおかげで
楽しい時間を満喫できました。
押しつけがましくない親切さでさっぱりとしていて
見ていて気持ちが良いほど動きが素早くきめ細かい!
彼女の働きっぷりを見てるだけでも乗船の価値がありますw
船の上でのバーガーやその時間をただ過ごすだけでも幸せだと感じる空間でした。来年もまたお世話になると思います。どうぞ宜しくお願い致します。
This was an awesome night as a family seeing the manta rays so closely. We really enjoyed it and will always remember it.
Awesome time and great staff! Will have to do this one again next time.
Dan and his wife were wonderful! They guided us for the entire snorkeling trip and Dan even gave us tips about other places when we traveled to and from the beach. Highly recommended!
Thanks guys, you did great, hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
I was told by a friend that I should go to Sandbar, so I found it on Veltra and made a reservation. Choosing this was the right decision! The scenery I saw online unfolded right in front of me, and I was extremely excited! They also offer rentals for scuba diving and stand-up paddleboarding, which made it a lot of fun. The staff were all very attentive, and I think it's a highly satisfying tour!
友人にサンドバーは行ったほうがいい!と言われたのでベルトラで見つけてこちらを予約しました。こちらにして正解でした!ネットでみる景色が目の前に広がって大興奮でした!スキューバやスタンドアップパドルの貸出もありかなり楽しめます。スタッフさんもとても気の利く方ばかりでとても満足できるツアーだと思います!
Aloha! I'm truly honored to have been recommended by your friend! Please feel free to recommend us to your friends as well! We look forward to seeing you again.
アロハ! ご友人様に推薦して頂いて本当に光栄です!
愛ぷっち様もお友達に推薦ど〜〜ぞよろしくお願いします(^^)// また遊びにきてくださいね。
● Guide
A young Japanese woman, local women, and others
About 6 people
Three of them are fluent in Japanese, so it was reassuring.
They had a very good vibe.
● Participants
About 90% couples, the rest are friends
Ages are mostly in their 20s to 30s, around 80%
● Tour Feedback
The guide, despite being young, had over 10 years of experience, which was reassuring.
Unfortunately, both the air and water temperatures were not high, so it was a bit cold; some people might find it good to have a wetsuit.
When walking towards the sandbar, there are some corals, so having reef shoes would be better, but it's manageable without them.
It was great that we could practice before starting snorkeling and make decisions afterward (snorkeling or playing around the boat).
I played around the boat with my wife (^ - ^;
We were able to see sea turtles up close!!
There were turtles that were used to people, coming close to us and surfacing right in front of us to breathe, showing a lot of personality!
Since the low tide time is already set, I recommend checking in advance if you really want to see the sandbar.
The tides are a natural occurrence...
It would be good to have an underwater camera; rentals are available, but I think it was around 6,000 yen.
We also had a hearty lunch!
●ガイドさん
若い日本人女性、現地女性、他
6名程度
3人は日本語堪能なので安心。
感じも非常に良かったです。
●参加者
ほぼ9割カップル、あとは友人同士
年齢は20~30代、8割くらい
●ツアーの感想
ガイドさんが若いながらも歴10年以上とベテランで安心でした。
残念ながら気温、水温共に高くなく、寒かったので、ある人はウェットスーツがあると良いかも。
サンドバーに向かって歩くときに若干、珊瑚があるのでリーフシューズはあるとより良いかも。
無くても平気ですが…
シュノーケルを始める前に事前に練習と、それを経ての意思決定(シュノーケリング、船の周りで遊ぶ)が出来たので良かったです。
私は妻と共に船の周りで遊びました(^-^;
海亀が本当に間近で見れました!!
人に慣れた亀がおり、自ら近寄って来てくれて、目の前で海面から顔出し呼吸するなどサービス精神旺盛でした♪
干潮の時間は既に決まっているので、どうしてもサンドバー観たい方は事前にチェックをおすすめします。
潮の干満は自然の事なので…
水中で撮れるカメラがあると良いですね、レンタルも出来ますが、6,000円くらいだった気がします。
ランチもガッツリ食べれましたよ~
Aloha! Take-no-ko.
Thank you very much for the detailed report. I'm sure those who will participate in the future will appreciate it.
The GoPro camera, which can be used for underwater and video shooting, is currently available for rent at $65. Payment can be made in cash or by credit card on the day.
This also includes an SD card, so you can enjoy various things after returning to Japan, right?
We look forward to your next participation and report.
アロハ! たけのこ様。
詳細なレポート本当にありがとうございます。 きっとこれから参加できる方が喜ばれているのではと思います。
水中撮影、動画撮影もできるGoProカメラは現在65ドルでレンタル中。当日現金またはクレジットカードでお支払いできます。
こちらにはSDカードも含まれてますので日本に帰ってからいろいろと楽しんでいただけるのでは?
たけのこ様の次回のご参加とレポート楽しみにお待ちしております。
Even better than I thought it would be! This was my first time snorkelling and I was a bit nervous, but our guides were very patient and helpful. They made me feel totally comfortable about the whole process. We saw so many fish, including whole schools of fish swimming just centimetres away from us, and even a sea turtle.
Hi Helen, glad you had a good time. You did great! Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
A Japanese instructor guided us, making it reassuring even for those who struggle with English. On the day of the trip, the waves were rough, and many people got seasick, so it's better for those who are prone to motion sickness to take medication beforehand.
日本人インストラクターがガイドをしてくれ、英語が苦手な人でも安心。
当日は波が激しかったので、船酔い者続出だったけど、酔いやすい人はよいどめのんでったほうがいいよ。
Aloha Mr./Ms. Maaa,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University.
We hope you enjoyed your half day with Professor Dolphin in the beautiful nature of West Oahu. Our staff and crew are looking forward to the day we can meet you again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha まーー様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
大自然たっぷりの西オアフでの半日、イルカ先生との授業をお楽しみいただけましたでしょうか?
また、スタッフ・クルー一同、まーー様にお会いできる日を楽しみにしております。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
I participated with my 89-year-old mother. She was hesitant about walking in the sea because of the boat's rocking, but we were very satisfied with our experience! We even got to use an old swimsuit that we had never worn before and made it to the shallow waters. It was a bit chilly, but the wetsuit we borrowed kept us warm.
Large turtles and fish came close to the boat, and it felt like we were in a dragon palace! On top of that, we really appreciated the thoughtful addition of the boat cruise. Thank you so much!
89歳の母を連れての参加でした。船が揺れるのでは、海の中で歩くのはとか、躊躇していましたが参加して大満足!一度も着た事のない昔の水着も活躍、浅瀬まで行けました。肌寒いくらいでしたが、貸していただいた初ウエットスーツで大丈夫でした。
大きな亀や魚が船の近くに来て、竜宮城みたいと!オマケにボートクルーズまで気を使って頂き、本当に有難うございました。
Aloha! Mr. Holmes.
I see you and your mother participated in the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea tour. I couldn't help but imagine your mother having a great time, and it truly made me happy.
Please come back again together. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!ホームズ様。
キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアー、お母様とご参加頂いたんですね。お母様のはしゃいで頂いている姿を勝手に想像してなんか本当に嬉しくなりました。
またご一緒にお越しくださいね。お待ちしております。
My son (7 years old), who can't swim, was thrilled to chase dolphins and see green sea turtles using a life jacket and snorkel. He was able to see dolphins swimming right under his feet, and those rare sights are etched in his memory. He is now saying he wants to participate in Manta University on the Big Island to meet manta rays next time.
Participating in Dolphin University and experiencing the friendliness of the captain and staff made for a great family outing, and we are very satisfied.
泳げない息子(7歳)が、ライフジャケットとシュノーケルを使ってイルカを追いかけたり、アオウミガメを見たりで、大喜びをしていました。また、泳いでいるイルカが足の下を泳ぐのを見れたり、中々、出会えない光景が目に焼き付いています。息子は今度、ハワイ島でマンタ大学にも参加してマンタに会いたい言っています。
イルカ大学に参加して、フレンドリーな船長とスタッフの明るさに触れて、いい家族サービスが出来て満足です。
Aloha m.atsumi,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University.
We are very pleased to hear that your child enjoyed it. Next time, please bring your family to the manta tour on the Big Island!
We look forward to seeing you!!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha m.atsumi様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
お子様もお楽しい頂けたようで大変嬉しく思っております。
次回は是非、ハワイ島のマンタツアーへご家族でいらしてください!
お待ちしております!!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
From a beach about an hour by bus from Waikiki, we took a boat to the dolphin habitat. Since it was early in the morning, I boarded the boat still feeling sleepy, but the nice weather and sea breeze woke me up completely. The captain sensed the atmosphere where dolphins might be and stopped the boat. In less than 10 minutes, we arrived at the dolphin habitat, put on our snorkels and fins, and jumped into the sea.
While swimming in the ocean, I had the fun experience of seeing dolphins from various angles! I wonder how the captain can easily tell where the dolphins are. I'm curious...
I was fortunate enough to have three opportunities to see them! For those who have fewer chances, the instructors guide you and create opportunities to see the dolphins, so even if you're not a strong swimmer, you'll be fine!
Additionally, I was able to see dolphins swimming in groups and alongside the boat, which gave a lively and free impression, quite different from what you see in an aquarium. It's important to maintain an environment where wild dolphins can thrive.
At Dolphin University, after dolphin watching, we had free time to enjoy turtles, tropical fish, stand-up paddleboarding, and slides! The staff kept the atmosphere lively, making it a fun experience for families, couples, and friends alike.
Thanks to this experience, I was exhausted and fell asleep on the bus ride back. I graduated safely!
ワイキキからバスで1時間弱の海岸から、船でイルカ生息域まで行きました。
朝早かったので、眠気眼のまま船に乗り込みましたが、良い天気と海の風でスッキリ目が覚めました。
イルカの居そうな雰囲気を船長が察知し船を停留。10分足らずでイルカ生息域までついて、シュノーケルとフィンを身に着け、いざ海へ。
海の中で泳ぎながら、さまざまな角度からイルカを見る体験をすることができ、楽しかったです!
どうやってイルカが居そうな場所が簡単にわかるんだろう。気になる。。。
私は幸運にも3回も機会に恵まれました♪機会が少ない人は、インストラクターの方が誘導してくれて、見る機会を作ってくれるので、泳ぎが得意でない方でも大丈夫!
また、イルカが群れになって泳いでいく姿や、船とともに泳ぐ姿なども見ることができ、水族館で見る姿とは異なり、自由で快活な印象を受けました~。野生のイルカが生息できる環境維持って、必要ですね(^^♪
イルカ大学では、イルカウォッチングの後、自由時間があるため、亀や熱帯魚たち、SUPやスライダーなども楽しむことができました!
スタッフの皆さんも盛り上げてくれるので、家族連れやカップル、友人同士など様々なお客さんがいた中、終始楽しい雰囲気でした。
おかげさまで、帰りのバスでは、疲れて爆睡でしたzzz
無事大学卒業!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed everything from dolphin swims to snorkeling and marine sports! If you have the opportunity, please come join our tours again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! イルカスイムからシュノーケル、マリンスポーツまで、全体を通してご満喫いただけたようで何よりです! また機会がございましたら弊社ツアーに遊びにいらしてくださいね!MAHALO!!