Reviewed by: otama
This is my second time participating. I was so moved last time that I kept thinking about wanting to go again for about a year and a half. Finally, my wish has come true. I'm very satisfied again this time. Right after returning home, I'm already thinking about when I can go next (laughs). Since they are wild dolphins, each experience is different, so no matter how many times I go, I never get bored and always want to go again. Of course, the dolphins are amazing, but the team at Aloha Kona Tours is truly wonderful. You can really feel their love for the ocean and dolphins. This time, out of the eight participants, five were repeat visitors, so I know I'm not the only one who feels this way. Thank you, Daisuke and Tsuyako. I will come again, so please take care of me!
2回目の参加です。
前回すごく感動してまたいつか行きたいと思い続けて約1年半。やっと念願叶いました。
今回も大満足。帰国してすぐ、次はいつ行けるかなと考えています(笑)
野生のイルカだから毎回違うので、何回行っても飽きることなく、また行きたいと思ってしまうんですよね。そして、イルカももちろん最高ですが、アロハコナツアーズのみなさんがほんとに素敵。本当に海・イルカが好きなんだな、と伝わってきます。今回は参加8人中5人がリピーターということで、この思いは私だけではないはず。
ダイスケさん・ツヤコさんありがとうございました。また行きますので、よろしくお願いします!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/08 |
Reviewed by: mido
The early morning cruise was very pleasant with a nice breeze, and the one-and-a-half-hour journey to Lanai Island was quite comfortable. The cinnamon roll for breakfast was also delicious. The crew on board was very attentive.
On Lanai Island, I didn't participate in the island tour and spent about three hours at the beach. I didn't see any turtles, but I saw plenty of fish. You can rent beach chairs and mats at the beach.
On the way back, as mentioned in other reviews, the waves were higher and it was a bit more rocky than on the way there. They had prepared motion sickness medication after lunch, so I think it's a good idea for those who are concerned to take it. On the return trip, the crew served drinks, ice cream, and fruit. It was quite sunny on the way back, and many people chose to stay inside on the first floor of the boat instead of on the deck.
Before signing up, I thought the tour price was a bit high, but it was a well-organized tour, and I was very satisfied!
早朝のクルーズは風が気持ちよく、ラナイ島までの1時間半とても快適に過ごせました。朝食のシナモンロールも美味しかったです。船上ではクルーがいろいろと気を使ってくれます。
ラナイ島では島内ツアーには参加せず、ビーチで3時間ほど過ごしました。カメは見れませんでしたが、魚はたくさん見れました。ビーチでは、ビーチチェアとゴザも借りれます。
帰りは、他の方の口コミにもありましたが、行きよりも波が高く揺れます。酔い止めの薬もランチの後に準備してくれていましたので、心配な方は飲んで行ったらいいと思います。帰りも、ドリンク、アイスクリーム、フルーツ等、クルーがサーブしてくれます。帰りは日差し強く、デッキではなく、一階(?)の船内で過ごす方も多かったです。
申込む前は、ツアー料金が高いな~と思っていましたが、至れり尽くせりのツアーで満足です!
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| Packages: | 日の出を見よう!サンライズクルーズ (2016年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/14 |
Reviewed by: ぷぷちゃん
Sea turtle watching, going down to the sea for photo time, returning to the boat once to put on snorkeling gear, and heading back to the sea again. We had plenty of time and really enjoyed it. I had checked the low tide times on the website, so everything was perfect. When we were leaving, the afternoon tour group was arriving, but the sandy beach had already sunk, so I think it's essential to check the tide schedule before booking! We saw a lot of fish, and my husband was very satisfied. I only used a digital camera on the boat and took photos with my iPhone covered. Many people were without cameras on the water, but the scenery is so beautiful that I think it's worth bringing one. You can't press the shutter underwater, but I was able to capture a lot of fish on video. Tips are not forcibly requested; I think a small amount is fine. We were able to return to the hotel by 11:30, so we made good use of our time. I definitely want to recommend this to my friends!
海亀ウォッチング、海へ降りて写真タイム、1度船へ戻りシュノーケリング装着してもう1度海へ。
時間も十分とっていただいており、満喫できました。
サイトで干潮時間も調べていたのでバッチリでした。
帰る時、午後のツアーの方が来られていましたが、もう砂浜は沈んでしまっていたので、申込前に必ず満ち引きを調べた方がいいと思います!
魚もたくさん見れて、旦那も大満足でした。
デジカメは船上だけにして、iPhoneカバーつけて写真撮影しました。
水上ではカメラ無しの方も多かったですが、本当に景色が綺麗なのでぜひ用意した方がいいと思います。
水中はシャッターが押せませんが、ムービーでたくさん魚を撮影できました☆
チップは無理に要求もされません。気持ち程度で大丈夫だと思います。
しっかり11:30にホテルに戻れたので時間も有効活用できました。
ぜひ友人にもおすすめしたいと思います♪
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/15 |
Reviewed by: 落合 まゆみ
Since deciding to go to Hawaii in July a year ago, I searched for the day with the lowest tide during my itinerary and made a reservation. The water level dropped to my ankles, and it truly felt like a heavenly sea! I was warmly welcomed by many honu (sea turtles) of all sizes! I even spotted a honu resting among the corals while snorkeling. I also enjoyed paddle surfing and canoeing! The sandwiches for lunch were delicious!
7月にハワイ行きを決めた1年前から、行程内の一番潮位が低い日を探し、予約しました。
くるぶし位まで海面が下がり、ホントに天国の海!
ホヌにも大歓迎され大小たくさん会いに来てくれました!
シュノーケリングでも、珊瑚の間で寝ている?ホヌを見かけました。
パドルサーフィン・カヌーも楽しめました!
お昼のサンドイッチ美味しかった!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/06 |
Reviewed by: HANZO
The wonderful views from the sandbar and the sea turtle watch were amazing. The BBQ lunch was a hamburger, but it was a very delicious burger. Above all, encountering sea turtles while snorkeling was the highlight. Swimming with the sea turtles I had longed for was absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it. The guides were also friendly and likable. Thank you very much.
サンドバーの素晴らしい景色とウミガメウォッチ。BBQランチはハンバーガーでしたがとても美味しいバーガーでした。なにより本格的シュノーケルでウミガメに遭遇。念願のウミガメと泳げたことが最高によかったです。絶対お勧めです。
ガイドの皆さんもフレンドリーで好感がもてます。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/03 |
Reviewed by: takuya
First of all, Molokini Island had excellent water clarity. There are various comments about the lack of fish, but there were times when schools of fish came up to the surface, so I think it depends on the timing. While it’s true that there were more species around the Black Rock area, if you look closely, you can still find over ten species quite easily.
However, since the water is a bit deep, you might be at a slight distance from the fish at the bottom. That said, if you go closer to the shore, the water gets shallower, and because the clarity is high, you can see the bottom well, which is enjoyable in its own way.
I experienced snuba, but on this tour, there wasn’t time for regular snorkeling at Molokini if you were doing snuba, so those who want to snorkel at Molokini should keep this in mind.
After Molokini, we went to Turtle Town, where there were relatively fewer fish, but we were able to see turtles. It seems that Turtle Town can have strong currents on some days, making it inaccessible.
The tour itself mainly had foreign guests. The captain was a Japanese person who spoke English, but this was coincidental, and I think it changes from day to day (also, everything is primarily conducted in English). If you have no understanding of English at all, it might be a bit challenging, but if you understand a little, I think it’s not a problem at all. Additionally, the crew was very friendly, and I was satisfied with the food included.
まず、モロキニ島は透明度抜群でした。魚が少ないとか色々なコメントもありますが、水面に魚群が上がってくることもあり、タイミング次第かと思います。種類等は確かにブラックロック周辺などの方が沢山みられましたが、よく探せばそれでも10種以上はすぐ見つかるかと思います。
ただ、少し水深があるので、底の方の魚には若干距離があるかもしれません。とはいえ、岸辺に行けば水深は浅くなりますし、そもそも透明度が高いので底の方もよく見えてそれはそれで楽しいです。
当方はスヌーバを体験したのですが、今回のツアーでは、モロキニでスヌーバを行う場合は通常のスノーケリングをモロキニで行う時間はありませんでしたので、モロキニでスノーケリングをしたいと考えている人はご留意下さい。
モロキニの後にタートルタウンにいきましたが、こちらは比較的魚は少ないものの、カメには会うことができました。タートルタウンは日によっては流れが強く、行けない場合もあるようです。
ツアー自体は、外国のお客さんがメインでした。船長は英語を喋る日本の方でしたが、これはたまたまで、日によって変わると思います(また、基本は英語だけで全て行われています)。英語が全くダメな方は若干ハードルが高いかもしれませんが、多少わかるのであれば全然問題はないと思います。また、クルーは大変親切でしたし、ご飯も含め満足しています。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2016年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/28 |
Reviewed by: ぽてち
I was able to see a giant manta up close! The manta was so close that it almost touched my wetsuit, and it spun around slowly several times. The sight of its wide-open mouth was so impressive that I felt like I might get sucked in. I also participated in a dolphin tour in addition to this one, and both were amazing experiences!!
On the tour, we arrived at the manta spot by boat before sunset, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset as well. After sunset, we entered the water and waited for the manta to come while holding onto a bar with LED lights. First, a lot of plankton gathered, and then, after a while, a large manta appeared to eat the plankton. I was moved by the intensity that was different from an aquarium!! I’ll include a video I shot with my GoPro during the tour (the manta appears in the middle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAtyJxeQiUw).
Although the sea was dark, the captain was always watching from the boat, and since we were holding onto the bar, I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind.
The night sea can get cold even with a wetsuit, so it might be a good idea to bring a warm hoodie or light down jacket to wear after swimming. If you're worried about seasickness, it might be good to have some motion sickness medication as well.
The fantastical sight of the large mantas is still etched in my memory. My husband was also very surprised that something he had only dreamed of and thought could only be experienced through diving could be experienced while snorkeling! I’m really glad I participated in this tour on the Big Island.
巨大なマンタを本当に間近でみることができました!マンタは私のウエットスーツに触れそうなほどの距離で、何度かゆっくりと回転しました。マンタの大きく開いた口に吸い込まれるのではないかと思うほど大迫力でした。このツアーの他にイルカツアーにも参加しましたが、どちらも最高の体験でした!!
ツアーでは、日が沈む前に船でマンタのスポットに到着し、美しい夕陽もみることができました。日没後に海に入り、LEDライトがついたバーに掴まってマンタが来るのを待ちました。まず最初にたくさんのプランクトンが集まってきて、その後しばらくするとプランクトンを食べに大きなマンタが現れました。水族館とは違った迫力に感動しました!!このツアー中、Goproで撮影した動画(中盤にマンタが登場します。https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAtyJxeQiUw)を参考に載せておきます。
暗い海ですが、船長さんが常に船から見ていてくれますし、バーにつかまっているので、安心して楽しむことができました。
夜の海はウエットスーツを着ても冷えてくるので、泳いだ後に羽織れるよう暖かいパーカーかライトダウンなどを持っていくといいかもしれません。船酔いが心配な方は酔い止めもあるといいかと思います。
大きなマンタ達の幻想的な光景が今も目に焼き付いています。主人もこれまで夢にみていたこと、ダイビングでしかできないと思っていたことが、シュノーケルで体験できたことにとても驚いていました!ハワイ島でこのツアーに参加して本当によかったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/17 |
Reviewed by: ゆんきち
When we arrived at the port, it was slightly rainy and chilly, and I was a bit worried, but after a few minutes on the boat, the blue sky appeared! We were able to see manta rays, which we usually don't get to see, and I thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling until the very end. I was very satisfied!
港に到着した時は若干小雨で肌寒く、大丈夫かなぁと心配したのですが、いざ船に乗って何分かすると青空に!普段は見られないマンタも見ることができ、シュノーケリングは最後まで楽しみ大満足でした!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/14 |
Reviewed by: Natalia
Our Snuba experience was simply breathtaking, unbelievable and unforgettable. The instructor was very patient and enthusiastic, the water was very clear, and the sea animals were in abundance.
Thank you so much for making our trip to Hawaii so incredibly exciting. I really hope we can come back some day.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/17 |
Reviewed by: Family of Five
Had a great time with the kids! The experience was amazing! Wish the corals were more colorful and fish were more plentiful! The crew were awesome and made the experience memorable!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/14 |
Reviewed by: TOMMY
The sandbar had great weather and was fantastic.
The tide was about 10 centimeters below my knees, so the beach didn't appear, but I was able to practice snorkeling, which was good.
The hamburger for lunch was incredibly delicious!!
They grilled the patty (probably from Costco) on the boat, and it was juicy and tasty.
I saw a decent amount of fish while snorkeling, and they were keeping a proper watch, so I had no concerns about safety.
サンドバーは天気も良く、最高でした。
潮位はちょうどひざ下10センチくらいだったので砂浜が現れることはなかったのですが、シュノーケリングの練習ができたので良かったです。
お昼のハンバーガーが激うま!!
パティ(多分コストコの)を船上で焼いてくれたのですが、ジューシーで美味しかったです。
シュノーケリングではまあまあお魚も見れたし、きちんと監視してくれてるので安全面にも不安はありませんでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/22 |
Reviewed by: Glenn R
We enjoyed the kayak and snorkel tour. The guides were very knowledgeable and helpful, etc... The morning tour has an early start, but the bonus of the dolphins was well worth the effort.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/22 |
Reviewed by: ひろよし
The beautiful sea stretched endlessly, and it was so healing ❤️ I was able to see not only sea turtles but also manta rays. Snorkeling with the southern fish was the best! With the crew's accurate advice, I had a wonderful time.
綺麗な海がどこまでも続いていて癒されました❤️
ウミガメはもちろん、マンタにも会えたし
南の魚とのシュノーケリングはサイコーです!
クルーの方の的確なアドバイスのもと、
楽しい時間を過ごせました
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/20 |
Reviewed by: ゆうか
This tour has so many highlights. I was impressed when we landed on the sandbar (it was really beautiful!), and I was thrilled to spot a sea turtle popping its head up in a spot filled with them. Snorkeling at the coral reef was also amazing, and above all, the burgers grilled on the boat were the best!
見どころがいっぱいのツアーです。サンドバー(本当にきれい!)に上陸した時も感動したし、ウミガメのたくさんいるスポットで、顔を出したウミガメを発見できて感動。サンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングも最高だったし、何より船の上で焼いてくれるハンバーガーが最高でした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/18 |
Reviewed by: fass
I participated with my 3-year-old son and my mother. I was a bit anxious about joining since my son was with me, but he ended up having a great time. We encountered a few rain showers, but the weather was generally good, and the sandbar was shallow enough to just below our knees, with beautiful water.
Although my son and I didn't participate in snorkeling, we were happy because they lent us a boat while we waited, so we didn't get bored. We were able to see sea turtles several times, but it was hard for my son to spot them, and he said he couldn't see the turtles, which was a bit disappointing.
I would love to participate again when I go to Hawaii next time.
3歳の息子と母と参加しました。
息子が一緒だったので参加するまでは不安でしたが、かなり喜んでいました。何回かスコールにはあいましたが、それでも天気は良くサンドバーも膝下で海もきれいでした。
私と息子はシュノーケリングに参加しなかったのですが、待っている間ボートを貸してくれたため喜んでおり暇することもなかったです。
ウミガメは何度か見ることができましたが息子には分かりづらくカメ見えないと言っていたのが残念でした。
またハワイに行く際には参加したいと思います。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. We also appreciate you sharing the beautiful photos of the sandbar and your son having fun with the kayak! It's too bad the turtles were hard to spot. What a shame... We hope you'll get a great view next time! 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へご参加いただきありがとうございました。そしてとっても美しいサンドバーと、楽しそうにザヤックで遊ぶ息子さんのお写真もご紹介いただきありがとうございます!カメさん、わかりづらかったのですねぇ。残念・・・。次回こそはばっちり見えますように!またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/08 |
Reviewed by: Tory
I fulfilled my long-held dream of swimming with dolphins! Although I was worried that there was no guarantee of seeing them since they are wild animals, I was very satisfied to encounter a pod of dolphins three times on a sunny morning. Unfortunately, I didn't see any turtles, but since dolphins were my main goal and I got to see a stingray instead, I'm really glad I participated!
イルカと泳ぐという昔からの夢が叶いました!
野生の生き物なので、100%会えるわけではないのが心配だったものの、晴天の午前中に3回もイルカの群れに出会えて大満足でした。
残念ながらカメには会えませんでしたが、イルカが一番の目的だったのと、代わりにエイに会えたので、本当に参加してよかったです!
Thank you for participating. We're glad you enjoyed it. We look forward to your next participation!
ご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。お楽しみ頂けて何よりです。またのご参加をお待ちしております!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/07 |
Reviewed by: Kate from CA
The view was breathtaking. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended,
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I chose the shorter option since I was with my 70-year-old mother, but we had a great time! We saw plenty of sea turtles, and the sandbar was truly beautiful!!! I highly recommend this tour.
70歳の母と一緒だったので短い時間のほうにしましたが、十分に楽しめました!
海亀も沢山見れてサンドバーは本当に綺麗!!!
オススメのツアーです。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/15 |
Reviewed by: Cecil Hamm
We had a blast! The captain and crew were wonderful and made sure everything was in place for a wonderful time. Everything from the location, weather, snorkeling tips, customer service and drinks contributed to all of us having a super day. We saw 8 to 10 turtles and much more marine life in two hours time. We even saw dolphins jumping high out of the water with Diamond Head in the background. Unfortunately they were so fast, I missed getting their pic. We will definitely take this trip again with this same outfit. Maybe the lunch or dinner trip. Can't wait to repeat!
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Sail (May-Nov) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/06 |
Reviewed by: s.y
It was worth checking the low tide times and making a reservation; it was very beautiful. There was a problem at the meeting place, so my rating is average, but other than that, I was very satisfied.
引き潮時間を確認して予約したかいがあり、とても綺麗でした。集合場所でトラブルがあり評価は普通ですが、それ以外は大満足です。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/03 |
Reviewed by: みぃこ
I participated in the Captain Zodiac rafting cruise, and as we started cruising on the rafting boat, we first encountered a large pod of dolphins! Despite it being summer, we were also able to see whales. The luckiest moment was when I saw a manta ray swimming right beneath the rafting boat, which is usually only seen while diving. This is rare, and I was truly lucky, but if you're fortunate, you might get to see a manta ray too.
The snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay, where the main Captain Cook monument is located, allowed us to see beautiful coral on the lava cliffs and many different types of fish. The point was stunning with its high transparency and beautiful emerald green waters! After snorkeling, sandwiches, snacks, and juice were prepared for us, and we enjoyed lunch while looking out at Kealakekua Bay.
Above all, the highlight of this tour was the captain's exciting performance. As he explained the nature of the Big Island while navigating the sea, he was very cheerful, making us feel like we were part of a pirate crew. On the way back, we enjoyed the sight of deer standing on the cliffs, wild birds, and the rock known as the goddess Pele of the Big Island, keeping the fun going until the very end. It was an exhilarating tour that condensed the great nature of the Big Island, and I would love to participate again!
キャプテンゾディアックのラフティングクルーズに参加して、ラフティングボートに乗ってクルージングを開始すると、まずはイルカの大群に遭遇!また、夏の時期にも関わらずクジラを見ることもできました。そして一番ラッキーだったのは、通常ダイビングなどでしか見れないマンタが、ラフティングボートの真下を泳いでいく姿に遭遇したことです。これは稀だそうで、本当にラッキーだったようですが、運が良ければマンタに会えてしまうかもしれません。メインのキャプテン・クックの記念碑のあるケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケリングは、溶岩の岸壁の綺麗なサンゴやたくさんの種類の魚達に会えました。とても透明度が高いエメラルドグリーンが綺麗なポイントでした!シュノーケリングの後はサンドイッチとスナックとジュースが準備されていて、ケアラケクア湾を眺めながらのランチ。そして何よりこのツアーのポイントはキャプテンのエキサイティングな演出です。ビッグアイランドの自然を説明しながら海を進んでいくキャプテンは、とても陽気で海賊船の船員になったような気分で楽しめます。帰りの道のりも岸壁の上に立つ鹿や、野鳥、ビッグアイランドの女神ペレと言われている岩を眺めたりしながら最後の最後まで楽しませてくれました。ビッグアイランドの大自然を凝縮した大興奮のツアー、また参加したいです!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ホノコハウ・マリーナ発<5時間/ランチ> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Dustin
This trip was a great trip that gave us a couple different spots to check out snorkeling in Maui. Boarding the boat was quick and easy and we were out of the harbor in no time. I suggest if you did tent gear or have your own snorkel gear to bring it with you. They are just basic J snorkels with one size fits most masks. The trip to lanai was quick and calm. The reef off of Lanai was pristine and had soo many colors. The wind picked up so we got off the spot looked for dolphin to the south and went to a second spot near Lahaina. This spot was great also near a broken down pier with tons of sea turtles. The bbq lunch of burgers hotdogs and chicken was great as well as the crew who went around to make sure everyone was having a great time. The crew was great for younger children and older patrons alike. There was even a complimentary adult beverage included after lunch. They sell some gear to raise money for local whale research which was a great concept. I would recommend this trip to any family looking to get out snorkeling for the first time. Great way to see the island and the coral reefs.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/06 |
Reviewed by: ぴーちゃん
I participated in the morning course. The instructors are very attentive, so even beginners can feel at ease. I don't have much stamina, so I got tired early on, but thanks to our guide Dan, who helped me and encouraged me multiple times, I was able to stay with the other participants until the end. Hanauma Bay has a lot of fish swimming around, and you can see them up close. I was able to see three sea turtles, which was very moving. Since it had been a while since I swam, I was completely exhausted by the time I returned to the hotel, and I regret not being able to properly thank Dan. I would definitely like to participate again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you, Dan!
午前のコースに参加しました。
丁寧に教えてくれるので、初心者でも安心です。
体力のない私は早い段階で疲れてしまいましたが、
ガイドのダンさんが手を引いてくださったり、
何回も励ましてくださったおかげで、参加者のみなさんと一緒に最後まで参加することができました。
ハナウマ湾は魚がたくさん泳いでいて、間近で見ることができます。
ウミガメは3匹も見ることができ、とても感動しました。
久しぶりに泳いだので、ホテルに帰宅するときには疲れきっており、
ダンさんにちゃんとお礼をすることができなかったのが心残りです。
またハワイに行く時はぜひ参加したいです。
ダンさんありがとうございました。
Thank you for your hard work until the end. We were very lucky to see so many turtles that day. Please come join our tour again when you visit Hawaii. We look forward to seeing you!!
最後まで頑張ってくれてありがとうございます。亀もいっぱい見れてこの日はとてもラッキーな日でしたね。ぜひまたハワイにお越しの際には私達のツアーに来て下さいね。お待ちしています!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Colorado Springs
Very great tour, picked up on time, friendly conversation. This was my first time snorkeling, and Dan, our guide, was terrific. I and my 11 year old are non-swimmer and Dan was very patient and worked to insure we had a great experience. We actually went pretty far out and Dan was besides us and checking on us to make sure we were ok. He was prepared with good equipment, got us through the Haunauma Bay entry easily, and took us on a wonderful swim with loads of fish to see. I would do this snorkeling tour again.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
Reviewed by: shawn1677
Two years later and I am still thinking about how much fun we had snorkeling and sailing. Some of the best memories we have from our time on the Big Island. We'll be back as soon as possible!
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| Packages: | [2018] Sailing Catamaran from Waikoloa (3.5 hours) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/22 |
Reviewed by: Corey
the sandbar was beautiful as well as the views of the mountains from the water. Our boys loved snorkeling and seeing the sea turtles.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/03 |
Reviewed by: david
This was our first time snorkeling - and it was amazing! Dan was our guide and was absolutely the BEST! A must-do while visiting the Islands.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Ckd214
My family enjoyed this beautiful state
Park.
So beautiful. Peacful
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/24 |
Reviewed by: もちのすけ
This was my second trip to Hawaii. I wanted to visit the sandbar that I couldn't go to last time, so I made a reservation. The sandbar appeared when the tide went out, and I was able to lie down and relax for a while. Since it was the day before Independence Day, we couldn't drink beer on the beach, but it felt great to enjoy a beer from the back of the boat. We also had a full hour of snorkeling, and it was a great experience to encounter a turtle. Although there was some fatigue from the travel and a bit of waiting time, I think it's an activity I would recommend.
ハワイには二度目の旅行。前回立ち寄れなかったサンドバーに行ってみたいと思い、申し込み。サンドバーは波の引いた時に砂地が顔を出す感じでしたが、寝そべったり、のんびりと時間を過ごせました。独立記念日の前日で祝日対応となり、海でビールを飲めませんでしたが、船尾の突きだしたところからビールが飲めて、それは気持ち良かったです。シュノーケリングも1時間たっぷりあり、カメにも出会えて良い体験になりました。移動や若干の待ち時間などで疲れは出ますが、オススメのアクティビティだと思います。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/03 |
Reviewed by: DaisK
Departure from the back of the Hyatt Regency. I was first surprised by the large number of people, as the bus was almost full.
Before boarding, there was a restroom break, and we were instructed that we could use either the onboard or the outside facilities. However, it's wise to board early to secure a seat, and there are several opportunities to gather at the front, so sitting towards the front is best.
The sea turtle watching was from the boat, and personally, I got bored quickly, but there were quite a few sea turtles.
The sandbar, depending on the time of year, didn't have sand exposed above the water's surface, but it was a fascinating space. It was difficult to take good photos.
After enjoying the sandbar, we went snorkeling near the nearby reef. With a large group and no fins, it was hard to move around, and since the time was short, I thought it might be nice to skip snorkeling and relax on the sandbar instead (families with children seemed to do that).
Also, from the boat, we could see filming locations like Jurassic Park, which felt like a little bonus.
ハイアットリージェンリーの裏からの出発。大型バスがほぼ満員という人の多さにまずは驚きました。
乗船前にトイレ休憩があり、船内・船外のどちらでも使って良いと指示されますが、早めに乗船して座席を確保するのが吉で、かつ何度か前方に集合する機会があるので、前方がベストです。
ウミガメウォッチングは船上からで個人的にはすぐに飽きてしまいましたが、結構な数のウミガメがいました。
サンドバーは時間帯的に(時季的に?)砂が水面上に出てはいなかったですが、不思議な空間でした。写真を上手く撮るのが難しかったですね。。
シュノーケリングはサンドバーを楽しんだ後に、近くのリーフ横を回ります。大人数ですし、フィンもなかったので動きづらく、さらに時間も短いので、シュノーケリングはパスしてサンドバーの上でゆっくり過ごすのもアリかなと思いました(子供連れの方はそうされていました)。
また、船上から、ジュラシックパーク等の撮影場所もみることができ、少し得した気分です。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/29 |
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Aloha! Thank you for joining Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. It seems you planned this a year in advance! I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the perfect sandbar just as you aimed for. It’s wonderful that you encountered a honu, and it sounds like you fully enjoyed the snorkeling, activities, and meals throughout the tour! Please be sure to make your reservation early next time and come back to play with us!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーへご参加いただきありがとうございます。1年前から計画してくださったんですね!狙い通りパーフェクトなサンドバー味わっていただけたようですね♪ ホヌ君にも遭遇でき、スノーケリング、アクティビティにお食事とツアーを丸ごとエンジョイしていただけたようでとっても嬉しいです!次回もぜひ早いうちからばっちり予約して遊びに来てくださいね!