All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

We participated in the flight at 7 AM on November 16th! We were the only Japanese participants, which made us quite anxious, but the pilot, TOSHI, who appeared was a very cheerful and wonderful Japanese person. With 20 years of experience, he was also very good at communicating. He explained things clearly to the foreign passengers, mixing Japanese and English.

The weather that day was perfect! We could see the lava from Kilauea and the lava from the Ocean Approach clearly. More than that, the breathtaking scenery of Waipi'o Valley, which can only be seen by helicopter, left us speechless. The world’s 13th tallest waterfall was flowing beautifully. According to TOSHI, it had rained the day before, and since it was the first flight of the morning, there was a lot of water flowing. He mentioned that by around noon, the water would hardly be flowing, so I recommend an early flight for those who will participate in the future.

As for the flight itself, there was nothing to complain about, but one disappointing aspect was the hotel pickup. We were scheduled to be picked up at 5:55 AM and waited five minutes early to avoid being late, but the car actually arrived after 6:10 AM. The voucher stated to contact them if the pickup did not arrive after 15 minutes, so when I tried to get the front desk to help, the car arrived just then. It was disappointing to have woken up early for this. The pickup staff did not speak Japanese, so I couldn't voice any complaints.

Meeting TOSHI, who shares the same last name, made for an unforgettable day for us. Thank you!

１１月１６日の朝７時のフライトに２人で参加しました！
日本人の参加者は私たち夫婦だけで、かなり不安でしたが、登場してきたパイロットのTOSHIさんがとーっても明るくて素敵な日本人でした。２０年のベテランでとーってもお話上手。
一緒に搭乗した外人さんにもわかりやすく、日本語と英語を交えて説明してくれました。

この日の天候は最高！キラウエアの溶岩も、オーシャンアプローチの溶岩もしっかり見えました。それよりもワイピオ渓谷では、ヘリコプターでしか見れない壮大な景観、言葉が出ないぐらい感動してしまいました。世界で１３番目に高い滝は、しっかり水が落ちていました。TOSHIさんの話では、前日に雨が降り、朝１番でのフライトだからたくさん水が落ちている、とのこと。昼ぐらいには水はほとんど落ちないでしょう、ということなので、これから参加する方は早い時間のフライトをお勧めします。

フライトに関しては、何の申し分もないぐらいですが、１つ残念だったのが、ホテルの送迎に関して。
５時５５分のお迎え予定で、遅れないようにと５分前には待っていましたが、実際に車が来たのは６時１０分過ぎ。１５分過ぎて迎えが来ない場合は連絡をください、とバウチャーに書いてあったので、連絡しようとフロントに動いてもらったら、車が来るというタイミング。頑張って朝早く起きたことを残念に思ったスタートでした。お迎えのスタッフは日本語ができない人たちなので、文句は何も言えませんでした。

同じ苗字のTOSHIさんとの出会いは、私達夫婦にとって、忘れられない１日になりました。
ありがとうございました！

My first time in Hawaii,
I participated with my husband, feeling excited.
The Japanese-speaking guide, the beautiful sunrise, the clear ocean,
wild dolphins, sea turtles, and rays.
Everything became the best memory.
The crew was all very friendly,
and you could feel the teamwork.
I recommend taking motion sickness medication just in case, even for those who usually don’t get seasick!
There was someone who looked like they were struggling in a sitting position on the boat, saying, "I’ve never been seasick before..." with teary eyes. Better safe than sorry!
After all, we’re dealing with wild dolphins.
Of course, there are times when you might not see them.
However, no tour guarantees that you will see wild dolphins.
It seemed like it was a tough day for us too,
and we didn’t see them much, but we still had a great time otherwise, so I was very satisfied.
The guide, Tairiku, was really funny!
I will definitely participate again when I go to Hawaii.

初めてのハワイ、
ドキドキしながら夫婦で参加しました。
日本語でのガイド、綺麗な朝日、透き通る海、
野生のイルカとウミガメにエイ。
何をとっても最高の思い出になりました。
クルーの方もみんなとっても仲良し、
チームワークを感じます。
「いつも、船酔いしないから大丈夫」という人でも念のため酔い止めを飲む事をオススメします！
キラキラの海の中、終始、船の中で辛そうに体育座りをしている人が「酔った事なかったのに…」と涙目でした。念には念を！
相手は野生のイルカです。
もちろん会えない時もあります。
ですがどこのツアーも野生のイルカに会える事を確約するツアーではないです。
私達の時も難しい日だったらしく
あまり会えませんでしたがそれ以外でも楽しませてもらえたので大満足です。
ガイドのタイリクさんとっても面白い方でした！
ハワイに行く時はまた必ず参加します。

The underwater scooter that I had been wanting to try was amazing! (^_-)-☆ I received explanations in somewhat hesitant Japanese from the staff, and I wondered if it would be okay, but they were very kind and attentive when it came time to ride the scooter. I was truly impressed by the beautiful sea!! After getting off the scooter, I was able to snorkel, and for $30, you can download photos and videos. It gets very cold when you get back on the boat, so I recommend wearing a thick jacket, and also taking motion sickness medication. The staff worked very hard, but it would be nice if they had a few more smiles. I definitely want to participate again! (*^-^*)

是非やってみたいと思っていた水中スクーター、最高でした(^_-)-☆
スタッフの方のたどたどしい日本語で説明を受け、大丈夫かなと思いましたが、
スクーターに乗る時はちゃんと親切に対応していただきました。
とにかく美しい海に感激しました！！
スクーターから降りた後もシュノーケルが出来、３０ドル払うと写真とビデオがダウンロード
出来ます。
船から上がるととても寒いので、厚手の上着をお勧めします、それと酔い止めも～～
スタッフの方々は一生懸命に対応していらっしゃいましたが、もう少し笑顔があると
いいな～～～
又是非参加したいと思っています(*^-^*)

Since it had been raining since morning, I thought there wouldn't be any fish, but I finally got to see a turtle that I had been longing to meet! It was so close that I was almost scared to touch it! I was really happy! (^^)

Dan-sensei was very good at Japanese, and we all laughed and had fun during the car ride there and back! (^^)

Next time I go to Hawaii, I want to join the tour of Hanauma Bay or a diving tour!

朝から雨が降っていたため、魚はいないかなと思っていたのですが、念願のカメに初めて会えました！
すごい近くにいて触れてしまいそうで怖いくらいでした！笑 すごい嬉しかったです(^^)
dan先生が日本語がとても上手で、行き帰りの車もみんなで笑って楽しかったです(^^)
またハワイに行く時はこちらのハナウマ湾のツアーもしくはダイビングのツアーに参加したいです！

The weather was nice, although a bit cold, but I borrowed a wetsuit, so I was glad I didn't get cold! I was able to see a lot of fish. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any turtles (^ - ^;

I was able to safely snorkel because I could leave my valuables and belongings in the guide couple's locked box. Thank you very much.

お天気が良くちょっと寒かったのですがウエットスーツを借りましたので、
身体が冷えず良かったです！
たくさんのお魚を見ることが出来ました。
残念なことにカメさんには会えませんでした(^-^;

貴重品や持ち物などはガイドの御夫妻のカギ付ボックスに預かって頂けましたので
安心してシュノーケルが出来ました。
有難うございました。

Fortunately, according to the guide, we saw the most dolphins recently. We were able to see dozens of dolphins and even swim alongside them. The experienced guide would find the dolphins and maneuver the boat to the best spots for encounters, and participants would jump into the sea as instructed. The guide was also very kind, making it enjoyable even for those who were alone.

運良くですがガイドさん曰く最近では一番よくかつ多くのイルカを見られました。何十頭ものイルカを見られ、並んで泳ぐこともできました。熟練のガイドさんでイルカを見つけては一番遭遇できる場所まで小回りの効く船で先回りして、参加者は指示どおり海に飛び込むという感じです。ガイドさんもとても親切で一人でも楽しめました。

It was tough to gather early in the morning, but I heard that the best time to see dolphins is in the early morning, so I persevered.
As a reward for my efforts, I was moved to see so many dolphins! They swam close to us multiple times.
The crew was entertaining and amazing! The hula dance was also fun.
The hamburger after swimming with the dolphins was exceptional!

早朝で集合が早く大変でしたがイルカを見るなら早朝が良いと聞き頑張りました。
頑張ったご褒美♡イルカがたくさん見れ感動！何度も近くを泳いでくれました。
クルーの人たちを面白く最高！フラダンスも楽しかったです。
イルカと泳いだ後のハンバーガーは格別でした！

Swimming with manta rays in the night sea was one of the things I wanted to do on the Big Island of Hawaii. My husband, who is terrified of swimming and entering the ocean at night, surprisingly enjoyed it as well.

First, we boarded a small boat and headed out to sea. The thrill of the speed was exhilarating! The sunset viewed from the boat was breathtaking. When the sun had completely set and it was dark, we arrived at the observation spot. We all held onto the board and floated while waiting for the manta rays. Although I said we were waiting, the rays were quickly attracted to the light beneath the board and came right up to us. I was so excited to see a manta ray glide just below my belly! The manta rays dancing gracefully in the night sea were truly mystical. I was able to take some great photos of them, and I was very satisfied!

However, as others have mentioned, it can be quite nauseating. The gentle rocking of the board was tougher than seasickness. Even my husband and I, who love thrilling rides, felt a bit queasy. It’s definitely a good idea to take motion sickness medication for peace of mind. A girl in our group looked pretty miserable from the nausea.

On the way back, we enjoyed the starry sky and felt the grandeur of the Big Island. If you’re considering participating in this activity, you absolutely should!

夜の海でマンタと泳ぐ‼私がハワイ島でやりたいことの１つでした。
ただ、泳げなく夜の海に入る事を異常に怖がる旦那。でも、そんな彼でも充分に楽しめたようです。
まず、小さなボートに乗って沖へ出ます。スピード感がスリリング‼ボートから見る夕陽は絶景です。
陽も沈みすっかり暗くなった頃に、観測スポットに到着。みんなでボードに掴まり、プカプカと浮きながらマンタを待ちます。待つと書きましたが、ボードの下の光に引き寄せられ、すぐにマンタが寄ってきます。自分のお腹下スレスレを通るマンタに大興奮♪夜の海で、ゆったりと優雅に舞うマンタは神秘的です。マンタの写真もバッチリ撮れて、大満足!!!
ただし、他の参加者の方も書かれているように、けっこう酔います。船酔いよりも、ボードのゆったりとした揺れがキツかった。絶叫系アトラクションが大好きな私たち夫妻でも、酔いました。酔い止めは飲んだほうが、安心です。一緒のグループだった女の子は、酔ってしまいかなり辛そうでした。
帰りのボートでは、星空が楽しめ、ハワイ島の雄大さを感じられます。
アクティビティに参加するか迷っている方は、絶対にやるべきです！

I was initially anxious about my first trip to Hawaii, but the guide was truly wonderful and the best part of the experience. She was a cheerful and friendly Japanese female guide who taught us everything with great care. I was also very satisfied to encounter sea turtles! It seems that the guide also offers scuba diving tours, so I would definitely like to request her for my next visit.

初めてのハワイツアーで最初は不安でしたが、まずガイドさんが本当にいい人で最高でした。日本人の明るく気さくな女性ガイドさんで一から丁寧に教えてもらえました☆
海亀にも出会えて大満足でした☆
ガイドさんはスキューバダイビングのガイドもしていただけるみたいなんで、次回は是非指名でお願いしたいです♪

In late November, the water temperature was a bit low, so I rented a wetsuit. Since it was morning, I think I wouldn't have enjoyed it if I hadn't worn one (^_^;) The guide, who spoke fluent Japanese, and the other staff members were all bright and friendly.

After heading out to sea for a while, we were able to encounter a lot of dolphins right away! We watched quietly without making any noise to avoid startling them. There was a briefing beforehand about the precautions when encountering dolphins and turtles. I thought it was wonderful that they showed consideration for the wildlife. We also saw about 3 or 4 turtles and around 4 rays. Plus, we even saw a double rainbow!ヽ(^0^)ﾉ

After that, we played on the slide from the boat and kayaked, then enjoyed hamburgers to wrap up the tour. I was just a bit hungry, so it was appreciated. Additionally, a group photo of everyone was sent via email, which I thought was a nice service.

The highlight of this tour is not just seeing dolphins from the boat, but being able to see wild dolphins up close! My first trip to Hawaii turned out to be a wonderful experience (*^o^*). I would definitely recommend it to my friends.

11月後半で、水温は少し低めなので、ウェットスーツをレンタルしました。朝ということもあり、しなかったら寒くて楽しめなかったと思います(^_^;)
流暢な日本語を話すガイドさんをはじめ、他のスタッフの方も明るく親切な方ばかりでした。

沖の方に出てしばらくするとすぐにたくさんのイルカに出会う事ができました！驚かさないよう、音をたてずにじーっと見ました。
事前に、イルカとカメに出会った時の注意事項の説明がありました。野生の生き物に対する配慮もあり、素晴らしい思いました。
そして、カメも3、4匹、エイも4匹ほど見ることが出来ました。あと、ダブルレインボーもヽ(^0^)ﾉ

その後、船からの滑り台やカヤックなどで遊んで、ハンバーガーをいただきツアー終了。ちょうど小腹がすいていたので有り難かったです。
あと、全員の集合写真がメールで送られてきていて、それも良いサービスだなと思いました。

船からイルカを見るのではなく、野生のイルカを間近に見れるのがこのツアーのポイントですね！
初ハワイ、素敵な旅行になりました(*^o^*)
友達にもすすめたいと思いました。

Perfect way to spend an afternoon in Waikiki! The Catamaran was fun by itself, but then snorkeling with the Turtles made it even that much better. When we decide to travel to Hawaii again, we will definitely do this trip again. Great value for the money.

We stayed on Oahu and the Big Island for our honeymoon, and it became the best memory of all. First of all, the clarity of the ocean is just amazing. A pod of dolphins swims gracefully through the water, filling the air with their adorable sounds. I was completely healed by the sight of a baby dolphin jumping while wagging its tail! It seems like there are manta ray tours at night as well, so I want to participate in both next time.

ハネムーンでオアフ島、ハワイ島と滞在しましたが、全てにおいて1番の思い出になりました。
まず、なんといっても海の透明度。
そのなかを優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れ。
たくさんの可愛らしい鳴き声。
赤ちゃんイルカがしっぽをフリフリしながらジャンプするしぐさに、癒されまくりました！夜はマンタツアーもやってるみたいなので、次は両方参加したいなぁ。

It was a windy day, so it was difficult to go out to the open sea, and we ended up snorkeling in the shallows. However, thanks to Mr. Dan's accurate guidance, we were able to see sea turtles about four times! Hanauma Bay has high transparency, and we were able to see many other fish as well, so I recommend this place for snorkeling!

風の強い日だったので、沖の方まで行くことが難しく浅瀬でのシュノーケリングになりましたが、ダン先生の的確なポイントでうみがめちゃんを4回くらい見ることができました！ハナウマ湾は透明度が高く、他にもたくさんのお魚が見れたので、シュノーケリング目的でしたらここをお勧めします！

I joined this tour dreaming of beautiful sandy beaches on my first trip to Hawaii. However, due to strong winds, slightly high waves, and high tide, we couldn't see the sandbar at all. While I understand that the strong winds and high waves, along with poor water clarity, are due to the weather, I wish they had announced the high tide in advance since that is something that can be known beforehand. I was imagining a beautiful sandy beach, so I was very disappointed.

初めてのハワイで素敵な砂浜を夢見てこのツアーに参加しました。しかし、風が強く、波も少し高く、満ち潮だった為サンドバーは全く見れませんでした。風が強く、波も高くなり、海の透明度が悪いのは天候なので仕方ありませんが、満ち潮は事前に分かることなのでアナウンスしてもらいたかったです。綺麗な砂浜を想像していたので、非常にガッカリしました。

Without a question this is a 5 star experience. This is one of those moments in life you will never forget and will probably want to do again. The staff is very friendly and experienced and they have great respect for the ocean and its creatures. They gave us a safety briefing and explained what to expect with the sharks and what not do, first thing we heard was "keep all the negative associations with sharks at the shore, go in with an open mind".
We got to swim around Sandbar & Galapagos sharks ranging from 5-10 feet, absolutely mind blowing. Some of them were curious and came close to us! It was a little scared first, but the guide kept us safe during the whole time. While we were enjoying that magical moment another crew member took great pictures of the encounter.
Absolutely a must-do activity if you are in Hawaii. I would love to go out with the Islandview Hawaii crew again!

What a great experience. They picked me and my son up at our hotel and drove maybe 15-20 minutes. very nice catamaran and they had all the gear we needed. The water was clear and we saw some turtles and fish. I would definitely do this again and my son loved it too!

The tour was great but just one thing; they don't have prescription boggles.

I was trying to buy or rent them,
but the website said there are a few of them and a person who called for a confirmation a day before the tour said the same thing, so I didn't bring them.
It turned out they don't carry them anymore.

That was kinda annoying.

I visited Maui for the first time and decided to choose the Trilogy tour to visit Lanai, which only has luxurious resorts and can only be accessed through excursions. I stayed near Lahaina on Maui Island partly because it made it easier to participate in this tour. The price was a bit steep, but the boat's facilities were good, and the timing for snacks and fruit drinks was great! The staff was very friendly and professional! During the cruise, we even encountered a pod of dolphins, which was very exciting on board.

The reconfirmation, gathering, and everything on the boat was in English, but since we were the only Asians on that trip, they were quite attentive to us. The private beach on Lanai had a good state of coral preservation, and snorkeling from the beach was quite good. I read experiences from previous visitors and asked beforehand to be notified so I wouldn't miss anything. The island tour included explanations about Lanai's industries and historical sites, which were well done (it was in English, so I couldn't catch all the details, but with a guidebook or smartphone, it was manageable). At the end, there was applause in the vehicle. The local town felt like something out of a Western, and it was at an elevation just slightly lower than Takao Mountain in Tokyo, making it feel like a small highland. Enjoying both the highland and the beach was a double treat.

When we returned from the town visit, we had an early dinner? Or a late lunch? It felt like a 3 PM dinner, and the BBQ only had chicken, which made me think it didn't quite match the tour price, but considering it as a late lunch, I was fully satisfied! Notably, the sunset during the return cruise was spectacular! The town of Lahaina bathed in the sunset, along with Iao Valley and Haleakalā Mountain, created the most gorgeous sunset.

　初めてマウイ島を訪れ、、豪華リゾートしか無いラナイ島は、エクスカーションで行くしかないなと、トリロジーのツアーを選択しました。今回マウイ島ステイを、ラハイナ近くにしましたのも、このツアーに参加しやすいからという理由もありました。お値段はちょっと張りましたが、船の設備は良いし、軽食やフルーツ飲み物のタイミングもGood！スッタフは、とてもフレンドリーで、プロフェッショナル！！行のクルーズでは、イルカの群れにも会え船内大興奮。
　リコンファームも集合も船内も全部英語だったけど、私たちの参加した回は、東洋人らしき人は私たちだけだったので、かなり気を付けていてくれました。
　ラナイ島のプライベート感覚のビーチで、サンゴの保存状態も良く、ビーチからのシュノーケリングとしてはかなり良かったです。前の方の体験談を読んで、聞き逃すといけないので事前に声をかけるよう頼んでおきました。島内観光は、ラナイ島の産業や歴史名所など、説明もばっちりで（英語なので、細かいところは聞き取れませんが、ガイドブックや、スマホがあれば、大丈夫）最後は車内で拍手が起きてました。ローカルな町は、西部劇に出てくるようで、標高が高尾山(東京の）よりちょっと低いくらいのところなので、ちょっとした高原です。高原とビーチ一粒で２度おいしい。タウンビジットから戻ると早めのデイナー？遅めの昼食？が３時デイナーと思うとBBQが、チキンだけだったので、ちょっとツアーの値段と見合わないかなとは思いましたが、遅めのランチと思えば充分満足！！特筆すべきは、帰りのクルーズのサンセット！！
夕焼けに染まるラハイナの町と、イアオ渓谷、ハレアカラ山最高のゴージャスサンセットでした。

I think this tour is quite affected by the weather. It was a day with heavy rain and strong winds, to the point where I wondered if such weather even occurs in Hawaii, but the tour went ahead. On the bus ride there, the intensity of the rain had everyone’s spirits low. Such days might be rare, but the water was cold, and the sandbar was submerged and not visible, making me feel like I wanted my money back. Additionally, the hamburgers being prepared on the boat were terrible for the price we paid.

このツアーは天気にかなり左右されると思います。ハワイでもこんな天気があるのかというぐらいに大雨で風の強い日でしたが、ツアーは決行されました。行きのバスの中はあまりの雨の強さに、参加者の皆さんのテンションも低めでした。こんな日は珍しいのかもしれませんが、水も冷たく、サンドバーも水の中に沈んで見えず、お金を返して欲しい気分になりました。またハンバーガーも船内で作っていてこの値段でこの食事？というぐらいに酷いものでした。

It was disappointing that we couldn't see the beautiful scenery due to the cloudy weather during the rainy season. However, we did see sea turtles!! After snorkeling, when we returned to the boat, it started to rain and it got cold, so it might be a good idea to have about two bath towels when the weather is bad. The guide was very cheerful, which was great.

雨季の為曇で良い景色というのがみられず残念。
でも、海亀はみれました！！
シュノーケルした後船に戻ったあと雨が降り出して寒くて凍えましたので、天気悪いときはバスタオル2枚くらいあった方がよいかも。
ガイドの方がとても明るくてよかったです。

It was my first time participating. A trainer was assigned to each group, and they provided kind and thorough guidance, making it a very valuable experience. The dolphins were also adorable. I definitely want to participate again.

初めての参加でした。ワングループ一人？にトレーナーが付いて親切丁寧に指導してくださり、とても貴重な時間でした。イルカもかわいかった。また是非参加したいです。

Last year, I came to meet dolphins for the first time and was moved to see a pod of dozens of them. When I decided to go to Hawaii this year, I immediately thought I absolutely wanted to go again and planned my schedule accordingly for the day.

The weather was great, the sea was calm, and we all expressed our gratitude to the ocean as the boat headed to Makua Beach, where we spotted dolphins jumping in the distance! Following our guide, we entered the water, and dozens of dolphins came to greet us. Among them were baby dolphins, and although I felt a bit torn not to stress them out, we moved on to the next beach for snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, and enjoying the slide and trampoline.

For lunch, the captain grilled hamburgers on the boat, which were delicious. After enjoying a leisurely meal, our guide Saki introduced everyone again, and we all danced together. Even on the way back to the harbor, the staff entertained us with ukulele and hula, which I found impressive. Everyone enjoyed the tour with smiles and without getting bored.

It seems that swimming with dolphins is becoming more challenging, and I hope it continues in the future. I want to participate again next time, and I hope to capture the expressions of the dolphins.

昨年、初めてイルカに会いに来て、数十頭の群れに会えた感動を、今年、HAWAIIに行く事をきめた段階で、最初に今年も絶対に行きたいと思いスケジュールを組み、当日を迎えました。

天気も上々、海は凪、海への感謝をみんなで唱えボートは、マクアビーチへ、遠くでジャンプしているイルカを発見！！
ガイドさんに続いて海へ、数十頭のイルカが会いにきてくれました。
中には、こどものイルカも、ストレスをかけないように、後ろ髪ひかれながらも次のビーチで、シュノーケリング、パドルボート、カヤック、すべり台にトランポリンとそれぞれに楽しみ
ランチは、キャプテンが船上で焼いてくれたハンバーガーに舌鼓
のんびり食事を楽しんだあとは、

ガイドのSAKIさんが、改めて紹介しながらゲストのみんなも一緒にダンスをしたり、
港に戻る間もスタッフが、ウクレレやフラで楽しませてくれるサービス精神は感心しました。
みんな飽きることなく笑顔でツアーを楽しでいました。

イルカと泳ぐことが、厳しくなっている現実があるようで、なんとか今後も続いて欲しいし、
また次回参加したいし、
今度は、イルカの表情を写してみたいと思ってます。

First of all, I was impressed by the transparent and beautiful blue sea. Lucky for us, just as we left the port, we discovered a pod of dolphins swimming with their dorsal fins out of the water. We even spotted some dolphins jumping. I was able to enter the water about four times, aiming for the route the dolphins were taking. The wetsuit keeps you afloat without any effort, but if you're feeling anxious, it's a good idea to use a floatation device. I think we borrowed floatation devices for about three people this time.

During the first time in the water, I wasn't quite used to the sea yet, so I was a bit slow to put my face in the water, and I barely managed to see the dolphins swimming far away. The second time, as soon as I got in the water and put my face down, I was able to see a mother and baby dolphin swimming slowly right below me. I could also hear their cute squeaking sounds. After that, I got more comfortable in the water and was able to enjoy the sunlight filtering through the water and the sight of many dolphins swimming around me.

At the end, Daisuke, who was driving the boat, insisted that he wanted to get in the water! He switched places with Jesse and jumped in, swimming like a dolphin. I couldn't help but wonder if Daisuke was actually a dolphin (laughs).

Jesse, who also provided transportation, didn't look Japanese at all, but he spoke Japanese very well, and I was able to hear a lot of stories beyond just dolphins, which made it really enjoyable. Thank you very much!

まず最初、透明で美しい青い海に感動しました。
ラッキーなことに港を出てすぐに、背びれを出して泳いでいるイルカの群れを発見しました。
そのうちジャンプするイルカも発見。
イルカが進行してくるルートをねらって、4回ほど海に入らせてもらえました。
ウェットスーツは何もしなくても浮くのですが、不安な人は遠慮なく浮き具をもらうといいです。
今回は3人ほど浮き具を貸してもらっていたと思います。
1回目はちょっとまだ海に慣れてなかったので、顔を水に付けるタイミングが遅れて、遠くに泳いでいるイルカをなんとか見れたという感じでした。
2回目は、海に入ってすぐ顔をつけると、真下をゆっくり泳いでいく親子のイルカを見られました。
キューキューというかわいい声も聞けました。
それ以降は水に慣れてきて、海中を差し込む太陽光とたくさんのイルカの泳ぐ姿を余裕をもって見ることができました。
最後は船を運転していたダイスケさんが、どうしても海に入りたい！と言って、ジェシーさんに運転をチェンジして、海に入るとイルカみたいに泳いでました。
ダイスケさんはイルカなのかな？と思ってしまいました(笑)

送迎もしてくださったジェシーさんは全く日本人には見えませんが、日本語が大変上手くてイルカ以外の話もたくさん聞くことができ、とても楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました！

I thought the guide would be Japanese since they spoke Japanese, but they were actually from an English-speaking country. Haha! Of course, their Japanese was excellent, so it wasn't a problem.

When floating on the surface of the water, it's truly moving to see the manta rays swimming right beside you!

However, while traveling it was fine, but the boat during our stay really made me feel seasick... I took motion sickness medication, but I was still in a pretty groggy state.

Also, the light snacks were basically chocolate bars, haha!

日本語を話せるガイドさんということで、てっきり日本人かと思っていたら、普通に英語圏の方でした。笑
勿論、日本語お上手だったので問題はありませんでした。

海面に浮かんでいると、マンタが本当に身体すれすれを泳いでいくので感動します！

ただ、移動中は大丈夫ですが、泊まっている間の船は本当に酔います……。酔い止め飲んで臨みましたが、普通にグロッキー状態でした。

あと、軽食=おやつ=チョコレートバー的なやつでしたwww

This was my first time participating in a tour alone. I was very anxious, but swimming with dolphins had been a dream of mine for many years, so I decided to go for it!
The result... it was amazing!
Since I was participating alone, not being able to take photos and not having someone to talk to were drawbacks, but the tour guide, who was also a photographer, came over multiple times to take pictures and chat with me. Additionally, the other participants were very kind, making it a fun experience!
Also, it seemed there were many cancellations, so instead of the usual 40 people, there were only 9 of us, which was fantastic!
I can't wait to return home and look at the photos!

初めての1人でのツアー参加。とても不安でしたが、イルカと泳ぐ事が長年の夢だったので、思い切って参加しました！
結果…最高でした^ ^
1人での参加だったので、写真が撮れない事と、喋る相手がいない事がネックだったのですが、写真はツアーガイド兼カメラマンの方が何度も話しかけて撮りに来てくださり、また他の参加者の方もとっても優しくて、楽しい参加になりました♩
また、キャンセルが多かったみたいで、普段40人ほどのところを9人しかいなかったのも最高でした^ ^
早く帰国して写真を見るのが楽しみです♩

I was very surprised that two large buses came to pick us up from the hotel (with pickups at two locations). This tour is really popular!

The boat staff were cheerful and kept the conversation lively, making it enjoyable. There were moments when it got a bit cloudy, which darkened the blue of the sea, but overall, we enjoyed truly wonderful scenery under mostly clear skies. The water was about waist-deep, so next time I want to go when the sandbar is fully exposed.

We were served sandwiches with ham and cheese as a light snack, which satisfied our empty stomachs. It was also nice to have warm tea, which was appreciated after getting chilly from the sea.

On the way back, there was a small incident where the number of people didn't match, causing a delay in departure. I think it would be better to manage the buses carefully with a roster when there are multiple buses. With so many people, there are various individuals involved. Honestly, I was a bit anxious since I had another schedule to keep.

2016年11月14日参加

ホテルに迎えに来たのが大型バス二台(ホテル二カ所でピックアップ)ということに大変驚きました。
本当に人気のあるツアーなんですね。

ボートのスタッフのみなさん陽気で、トークも軽快に楽しませてくれました。
時折曇ったりすると、海の青が少し暗くなり残念な時もありましたが、概ね晴天で本当に素晴らしい景観を楽しみました。
海水が腰の位置くらいまであったので、次に行く時は完全にサンドバーが出る時期を狙って行きたいと思いました。

ハムとチーズの入ったサンドイッチが軽食として出され、空いた小腹を満たしてくれました。
温かい紅茶もいただけて、海で冷えた体にありがたかったです。


帰りのバス、なぜか人数が合わずしばらく出発できないという小事件がありましたので、バスが複数台になるときには、乗せたバスを名簿でしっかり管理された方が良いのではないでしょうか。あれだけの人数、いろんな方々がいらっしゃいますから。
正直、次の予定が入っていたので内心気が気ではありませんでした。

I woke up early in the morning. When I arrived at the meeting place, the energetic staff welcomed us. We took a bus to the harbor. I think a wetsuit is necessary for this time of year, as everyone who participated borrowed one. I wanted the data, so I purchased it for about $40. I recommend bringing at least a little money. From the harbor, we boarded a boat and set off on a dolphin search. During the boat ride, we encountered a pod of dolphins, which was amazing. Following the captain's instructions, we arrived at the snorkeling point. Everyone gathered together to snorkel. It was thrilling to see dolphins and sea turtles up close. However, the cold was more than I expected, and the rocking of the boat when getting back on caused unexpected seasickness. I dove twice, but for the third time, I waited on the boat. A few others also experienced seasickness. It was really disappointing. If I hadn't gotten seasick, I could have enjoyed the sea a bit more. I could have gone on the waterslide too... The staff were all nice. Many on the bus were fast asleep. It's a pity that the data I received didn't have many photos from snorkeling. I guess you have to actively ask for them to get good shots. This turned out to be a good memory, though. If only I hadn't gotten seasick...!!!!

朝は早起きでした。集合場所で待っていれば威勢の良いスタッフがお迎えに。バスに乗り、船場へ。ウェットスーツは時期的に必要だと思います。参加されていた方皆さんが借りていました。データが欲しかったのでたしか＄40で購入。お金は最低限持って行った方がいいと思います。船場から船に乗り、イルカ探しの旅へ。船で移動中にも数頭のイルカの群れと遭遇で感動。キャプテンの指示でポイントに到着。ゲストみんなで固まってシュノーケル。イルカとウミガメをまじかに見れて感動。ただ、思った以上の寒さとシュノーケルから船に上がる時の揺れでまさかの船酔い。2回ダイブしましたが、3回目は船の上で待ってました。自分以外にも数人船酔いしてました。もう本当にショックでした。船酔いしなければもうちょっと海で遊べたのに。ウォータースライダーも出来たのに・・・。スタッフは皆さん良い人でした。かなりのバスは皆さん爆睡。もらったデータはシュノーケルでの写真があまりなかったのは残念。たぶん積極的に声をかけていかないと撮ってくれません。これはこれで良い思い出になったのか。
船酔いしなければ・・・！！！！

I was impressed by the beautiful sea. I was able to spend more time snorkeling than I had expected, and it was fun. The hamburger was juicy and delicious, so I'm glad I participated. However, I did feel anxious because I was late for the meeting time and had trouble finding the person listed. Well, all's well that ends well.

綺麗な海に感動しました。シュノーケリングも思っていた以上に時間をとってもらえて、楽しかったです。ハンバーガーもジューシーで美味しかったですし、参加してよかったです。ただ、集合時に時間が過ぎていた上になかなか記載されている人を見つけられず、不安にはなりました。まぁ終わりよければすべてよし。

Unfortunately, I couldn't meet any sea turtles, but I was taken to a very beautiful sea. I had a happy time surrounded by colorful fish. The lunch was also very delicious, and I was able to fully enjoy it. The dive from the boat was exciting and left a lasting impression.

残念ながらウミガメには会えませんでしたが、とてもきれいな海につれていってくれます。
色とりどりの魚たちにかこまれて幸せな時間でした。
ランチもとてもおいしく、満喫することができました。
船からのダイブもエキサイティングで印象に残りました。

We were blessed with great weather, and thanks to the very cheerful staff, we had a truly enjoyable day. Swimming with wild dolphins and sea turtles felt like a dream come true. They organized various events on the boat to keep us entertained, which was a lot of fun. The hamburgers were also very delicious!

I definitely want to participate again the next time I come to Hawaii! Thank you very much!

お天気にも恵まれ、とても陽気なスタッフの皆さまのお蔭でとっても楽しい一日になりました。
野生のイルカにウミガメと共に泳げて本当に夢のような時間でした。
船の上でも退屈しないよう、いろいろなイベントをしていただきとても楽しかったです。
ハンバーガーもとてもおいしかったです♪

次回ハワイに来る時もまた参加したいと思います！
本当に有難うございました！