All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I was able to see fish and turtles right in front of me, but I didn't think I would get wet. However, when getting into the scooter, you have to put your face in the water, so it's better for women to be prepared to get a little wet.＾０＾

目の前で魚やカメなど見れましたが、濡れないと思ってけどスクーターに入る際には顔を水につけるので顔は濡れるので女性は少しは濡れてもいい準備をした方がいいですね＾０＾

Even though it's called turtle watching, you only see turtles occasionally floating from the board. I thought we would go to the sandbar at high tide, but the water was up to my chest, which was completely different from what I expected. In the end, snorkeling was included, but there wasn't a single fish, and with a group of 60 people splashing around, you couldn't even see underwater. I later heard that there are no fish in Hawaii in October. So why did they offer snorkeling? It was completely not worth the price. I'm very dissatisfied.

ウミガメウォッチと言ってもボードからウミガメが時々浮いているのを見るだけ。満潮の時にサンドバーに行くのかと思えば、胸のあたりまでで水があり、全く期待と違った。あげくにシュノーケリングが入っていたが
魚一匹おらず、60人もの団体でバシャバシャ泳ぐため海の中すら曇って見えない。後で聞いたら、10月ハワイは魚がいないとのこと。ではなぜシュノーケリングをさせたのか？全く料金に見合わない。とても不満。

Since it was an early morning trip, I was told that a wetsuit would be better, but the weather was so nice that I think it wasn't necessary. The dolphins were quite close to the shore, and we made our first dive a little way out on the boat. I was moved as the dolphins swam right underneath me and leaped a little ahead.

For the second dive, we went to a spot where turtles are often found. The water was clearer here, and there were many beautiful fish, making it very pretty. It felt like looking at an aquarium tank. I was also able to see the turtles right in front of me, which was amazing! It was great to have free time with people returning to the boat, playing on the slide, and snorkeling. I spent the whole time snorkeling, but I wish I had played on the slide as well. The light snack hamburger also had a homemade feel and was delicious. All the staff were friendly, and it was a very enjoyable time. Since it was an early morning trip, I had the whole afternoon free. I was blessed with good weather, and it became a wonderful memory. I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Hawaii. Thank you very much.

早朝の便だったので、ウェットスーツがあった方がいいとのことでしたが、天気がとても良かったのでなくてもよかったなと思いました。
イルカは結構陸の近くにおり、船で少し行ったところで最初のダイブをしました。イルカが自分の真下を通ったり、少し前を飛んだりと感動しました。
二度目は、カメがよくいる所でダイブしました。こちらの方が海の透明度も高く綺麗な魚がたくさんおり、とても綺麗でした。まるで水族館の水槽を見ているようです。カメも目の前で見ることができ、感動です！船に戻る人、滑り台等で遊ぶ人、シュノーケリングをする人と自由時間があって良かったです。私はずっとシュノーケリングをしていたのですが、滑り台等でも遊べば良かったなと思いました。軽食のハンバーガーも手作り感があり美味しかったです。スタッフの方々皆さんノリが良くとても楽しい時間でした。早朝の便だったので、午後は丸々使えます。天気にも恵まれ、最高の思い出となりました。またハワイに来た際は、是非参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

Engaging staff explained everything thoroughly
Great adventure and an easy way to get below the surface and see the life there

Thank you for always taking care of me!
This is a must-do tour if you're going to Hawaii, where you can go dolphin snorkeling on a boat with very energetic staff. The spam onigiri we had on the boat was delicious. I definitely want to participate again!

いつもお世話になってます！
とても元気なスタッフさんと一緒にボートに乗ってイルカシュノーケリング、ハワイに行くなら絶対外せないツアーです。ボートの上で食べたスパムおにぎり美味しかった。また是非参加したいです！

The driver wearing a blue T-shirt that said "Captain Bob" was supposed to guide us in both English and Japanese, but in reality, it was a large man in a gray tank top who was very tanned and could hardly speak Japanese (・_・;). However, I was relieved that the guidance on the boat was provided entirely in Japanese by "Yuki-san."

When my son got stung by a jellyfish (?), he kindly helped with cooling treatment and explained how to handle it afterward. The hamburger for lunch was also delicious (⌒∇⌒).

During my first snorkeling experience, I was a bit flustered, but he kept asking from the boat, "Are you okay?" which reassured me (I might have looked like I was drowning, lol). I saw sea turtles several times, but unfortunately, I couldn't swim with them. (However, it seemed like others on the opposite side were able to swim with them.)

The sandbar was beautiful, and if I ever go to Hawaii again, I would love to visit this place once more.

「’’Captain Bob’’と書かれた青いTシャツを着ているドライバーがツアー名を英語と日本語でご案内します。」と、案内には書かれてましたが、実際にはグレーのタンクトップを着た、めっちゃ日焼けをしてる日本語がほとんど話せない大きな男性でした(・_・;)
しかし、船での案内は「ユキさん」が終始日本語で安心しました。
息子がクラゲ（？）に刺されたときも、心配してくださってクーリングの処置と、その後の対処法を教えてくれました。
ランチのハンバーガーも美味しかったです(⌒∇⌒)
初のシュノーケリングで、バタバタしてる私に船の上から「ダイジョーブデスカー？」と声を何度もかけてくださり、安心しました（溺れてるように見えたかもｗ）
ウミガメは何度も見られたのですが、残念ながら一緒に泳ぐことはできなかったです。
（でも、反対側で泳がれていた方々は一緒に泳げたようです）

サンドバーが綺麗で、またハワイに行くことがあれば、もう一度行ってみたい場所でした。

We were picked up in front of the hotel at 5:30 AM. I felt reassured that about 70% of the participants were Japanese. Moreover, more than half of them were also on their honeymoon and congratulated us. We listened to the instructions in English and Japanese on the bus. After a short boat ride from Port Harbor, thanks to E ho mai, we spotted a pod of dolphins and even encountered a sea turtle while swimming. Since we met the dolphins and sea turtles right away, we were able to enjoy stand-up paddleboarding, trampolines, and slides. It was a pity that there was only one kayak, so only a few people could experience it. The food included homemade cheeseburgers, chips, pineapple, and drinks, all of which were very delicious. The crew was cheerful, and they made the tour very enjoyable with hula dancing and funny stories. It was a bit pricey, but I would like to participate again. The Dolphin & You tattoo sticker was very cute and reminded me of the fun time even after returning to Japan.

朝５時半にホテル前でピックアップ。参加者は、日本人が７割くらいで安心しました。また、半数以上が私たちと同じハネムーンの人で祝福してくれました。バスの中で英語と日本語で注意事項を聞きました。ポートハーバーから船で少し行くと、E ho maiのおかげからか、イルカの群れを発見、泳いでいるとウミガメにも会えました。すぐにイルカ・ウミガメに会えたので、スタンドアップパドルボードや、トランポリン、滑り台を楽しむことができました。カヤックは一台しかなかったので一部の人しか体験できなかったのが残念でした。食べ物は、手作りのチーズバーガー、チップス、パイナップル、飲み物をいただきました。どれもとても美味しかったです。クルーの人も陽気な人ばかりで、フラダンスや、面白い話で場を盛り上げてくれてとても楽しいツアーでした。少し高いですが、また参加したいと思いました。ドルフィン＆ユーのタトゥーシールがとてもかわいく、日本に帰ってからも楽しかった時間を思い出せました。

This was so fun. The boat trip and scooter ride were made so great by the 3 divers and the captain. The treated us all so well ....my mother who is 86 accompanied us and she had a great time...her first trip to HI. I cannot express to you how much fun this was. Now we are reliving this with friends and family via the DVD and pictures. I am ready to go again.

We participated with our elementary school-aged children. My wife and kids were a bit unsure about snorkeling in the open ocean for the first time, but thanks to our Japanese guide Daisuke, the whole family was able to enjoy it. We are very grateful. Although there were no prescription masks for the kids, we were still able to see dolphins without glasses (they were that close). When I asked the kids about their favorite memory in Hawaii, they said it was meeting the dolphins on this tour. We would love to use this service again if we have the opportunity.

小学校の低学年、高学年を連れての参加。妻と子供達は、外洋での初めてのシュノーケルに自信がなかったようですが、日本語ガイドのダイスケさんのおかげで、家族全員が楽しむことができました。感謝しています。子供用の度付きマスクの準備はありませんが、裸眼でもイルカを見ることができました（それだけイルカたちとの距離が近い）。子供達にハワイで一番楽しかった想い出を聞くと、このツアーでイルカと会えたことだそうです。また機会があれば利用したいと思います。

Such a generous tourguide, that Roy! Shared countless stories with us, snorkeled and showed us his favorite spots, brought us great treats, and most importantly treated us to a marvelous afternoon of kayaking and snorkeling at this remote spot of Hawaii. Don't hesitate to book the trip. A lasting memory and educational experience!

I was very satisfied to swim with dolphins, turtles, and fish! The staff were cheerful and made it enjoyable. I'm also very interested in the manta tour on the Big Island! I definitely want to participate again!

イルカや、カメ、お魚と一緒に泳げて大満足です！
スタッフの方々も陽気で楽しめました
ハワイ島のマンタツアーもとっても気になります！
是非また参加したいです！

Did bobs scooters was fantastic could have booked another day if we weren't leaving the next day great clear water

I want to say that the weather on the day of participation was great, but the sand was up to my waist... The hamburgers were excellent, and the Japanese crew was very friendly, so I would like to participate again next time.

参加日は天候に恵まれ最高と言いたいところですが砂浜が腰のあたりまで・・・ハンバーガーが絶品だったし日本人のクルーが凄く感じ良かったので次回も参加したいと思います

Although it rained a little at times, we had a wonderful experience at the beach. During snorkeling, we even saw a sea turtle swim right in front of us.

My wife got stung by a jellyfish, but we were still very satisfied.

時々雨もぱらつきましたがとてもいい海を体験することができました。
シュノーケリングでは目の前を海亀が通過する所も見られました。

クラゲがいた為、嫁さんが刺されちゃいましたが、それでも大満足です。

The staff were really nice.
First, we rode on a boat that felt like a roller coaster and went to the sea in front of the Sheraton Hotel.
It was so much fun riding the fast boat while watching the sunset!
Once we reached the spot, we grabbed onto a surfboard with lights underneath and waited for the manta rays while looking at the fish below.
Seeing the manta rays in person was impressive—huge, close, and mysterious!

The sea temperature where we went is said to be the warmest throughout the year, so I didn't feel too cold at first.
However, snorkeling while staying still for a long time, even in such warm water, became quite chilly. Lying face down with my back and heels exposed made it very cold.

It felt like about 30 minutes?

Honestly, it felt long. After getting back on land, I was incredibly seasick and ended up vomiting into the sea, haha.
I've snorkeled many times before, but this was my first time feeling that way.
Another fish came by, which was fun to see, haha.

However, I noticed other tour guests were feeling the same way, so I thought some kind of motion sickness remedy might be necessary.

Staying still for such a long time while looking down at the fish became painful as time passed, especially with the cold.

I would appreciate it if there could be some time to lift our heads and move around, or take a break on the board to avoid staying still for too long.

We saw plenty of manta rays and fish, and the night sea was mysterious and very beautiful! The staff were also really great! I learned some fun facts about manta rays, which made me like them even more.

I think it would be an outstanding tour if there were just some measures for motion sickness!

スタッフの方がすごく良い方でした。
まず、ジェットコースターのようなボートに乗って、シェラトンホテルの前の海に行きます。
夕日を見ながら、勢いの良いボートに乗るのはとっても楽しかったです！！
ポイントについたら、下にライトのついたサーフボートに捕まってうつ伏せのような形で下の魚を見ながらマンタを待ちます。
マンタは実際見てみると、でかい！近い！ミステリアス！迫力ありました。

私たちが行った海の気温は年間通して一番暖かいと言われていて、最初はそこまで寒さを感じませんでした。
ただ、ずっと動かないで待機した状態でのシュノーケルは、そんな暖かい海でもさすがにかなり冷えてきます。うつ伏せになっていて、背中やかかとは出ている状態なので、とても寒い。

体感時間30分くらい？

正直、長い。と思いました。
陸に上がった後、尋常じゃないくらいに酔って、海に向かって思いっきり嘔吐　笑
シュノーケルは何度もやったことありますが、初めて。
また別の魚が寄ってきて観れたので、それはそれで楽しかったです　笑

ただ、他のツアーのお客様もそのようになっていたので、少し酔い対策見たいなものは必要かな？と思いました。

じっとしているのがとにかく長く、魚を下を向いて見ているのが時間が経つごとに寒さとともに苦痛になってくる。

なので、顔を上げて動く時間や、一回休憩を挟んでボードで休むなど、じっとしたままじゃな時間を作ってほしいです。

マンタも魚もたくさん見れて、夜の海はミステリアスでとても綺麗！スタッフさんもとっても良い！マンタのプチ知識なども知れて、マンタがより好きになりました☆

酔い対策さえあれば抜群のツアーだと思いました♪

This time, I planned a trip to Hawaii with my mother (79 years old) to show my appreciation for her. Since my mother loves the ocean, we participated in the "Underwater Scooter BOB Sea Bob Ocean Floor Walk & Snorkel Cruise."

On the day of the tour, we were picked up at a nearby hotel, but the driver only confirmed my name. He drove silently to the next pickup location, which felt a bit lonely since I had imagined a friendly Hawaiian atmosphere. Additionally, when we arrived at the shop, there was no explanation about the tour schedule, and they didn't say anything unless we asked, which left a rather unkind impression.

There were a total of 15 participants, with half of them being Japanese. After a somewhat broken Japanese explanation on how to use the underwater scooter, we boarded the boat and set off. There were three underwater scooters, so we took turns riding them. Since it seemed like I had some time before my turn, I decided to snorkel first. Although it was close to the boat, I had a great time seeing tropical fish swimming up close.

Finally, it was our turn to ride the underwater scooter. Operating the scooter was very easy; we just followed the instructor's hand signals (since we were underwater). I was amazed to see tropical fish gathering around the bait right in front of me.

And at the end, we encountered a Hawaiian turtle! My mother was very happy, and it was a satisfying tour.

今回は親孝行をするために母親（79歳）と私でハワイ旅行を計画。海が大好きな母親にハワイの海が見せたかったので「水中スクーターBOB・シーボブで海底散歩&シュノーケルクルーズ」に参加しました。
当日は近くのホテルでピックアップしてもらいましたが、運転手のお兄さんは私の名前を確認しただけ。無言で次のピックアップ先のホテルに向かって走って行ったので、ハワイアンのフレンドリーな感じを想像していた私にはちょっとさみしく感じました。またお店に到着してからも、ツアーの予定について説明はなく、こちらから聞かないと何も言ってくれなかったのは不親切な印象でした。
今回の参加者は全部で15人。半数が日本人の方でした。
水中スクーターの乗り方についてやや片言⁈の日本語説明があった後に船に乗り込み出発です。
水中スクーターは全部で3台だったので、1人ずつ順番に乗る事になってます。私の順番までは時間がありそうだったので、先にシュノーケルをやる事にしました。船の近くでのシュノーケルでしたが。熱帯の魚達が泳いでいるのを間近に見ることが出来て楽しかったです。
そしていよいよ私達が水中スクーターに乗る番になりました。水中スクーターの操作方法はインストラクターの方の言われる（水中だから手信号）ままに操作するだけなのでとても簡単でした。水中では目の前の餌に群がる熱帯の魚達を間近に見る事が出来て感動しました。
そして最後にはハワイのカメに遭遇！！
母親もたいへん喜んでいて、満足出来るツアーでした。

On October 17, 2016, I participated in a helicopter tour of the Big Island starting at 8:20 AM. It was my first time on a helicopter, so I was both nervous and excited. The moment we took off was just as I imagined, and the sensation of rising was incredibly interesting. The helicopter I boarded had windows made of clear acrylic down to the floor, giving me a real feeling of floating in the air, which was amazing.

We took off at 9:20 AM and headed towards the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, passing over a U.S. Army base. It didn’t look as red as it did the night before, but due to recent significant magma rise, I could see some red lava moving in parts of the crater. The helicopter continued flying along the coast, where we witnessed the lava ocean entry. This is where lava flowing from the crater enters the sea, causing the water to boil violently and steam to rise, creating a spectacular sight.

After that, we landed at Hilo Airport to refuel and took off again 15 minutes later. This was also a restroom break for us. In the second half of the tour, we flew north along the east coast and saw the waterfalls in Waipiʻo Valley, which can only be accessed by helicopter. When the helicopter got close to the cliffs to see the waterfall up close, it was thrilling.

On the way back, we ascended above the clouds and enjoyed the view of the sea of clouds and the towering Mauna Kea. After a safe landing, we returned to the hotel and went shopping at a large shopping mall called Queens' Marketplace until it was time for our flight back to Oahu. I bought local specialties like Kona coffee here. This concluded the main event of my trip.

2016/10/17は、
朝8:20からハワイ島ヘリコプターツアーに参加しました。
ヘリコプターに乗るのは初めてなので緊張しながらワクワクしていました。
搭乗して飛び上がった瞬間は想像通りとはいえ上昇感覚が大変面白かったです。
今回搭乗したヘリは窓が足元まで透明なアクリルで出来ていて、
本当に空中を浮遊している実感が有り、すごかったです。
9時20分に離陸し、
米陸軍基地の上空を通過してハレマウマウ火口に向かいました。
前日の夜に見た時ほど赤く見えませんでしたが、
ここ最近マグマ上昇が顕著だったため火口の一部に赤い溶岩がうごめくのが見れました。
ヘリはそのまま沿岸沿いに飛行し溶岩のオーシャンエントリーを見ました。
これは、火口から流れ出した溶岩が海に流れ込み
その熱で海が激しく沸騰して水蒸気が立ち上っている場所で、大迫力でした。
その後、ヒロ空港に給油のため着陸し15分後離陸しました。
人間は、ここでトイレ休憩でした。
後半は東沿岸を北上し、ヘリでしか行くことのできないワイピオ渓谷の滝を見ました。
滝を間近で見るため断崖絶壁のすぐそばまでヘリが近づいたときはスリル満点でした。
帰りは雲の上まで上昇し、雲海とそびえたつマウナケア山を鑑賞しました。
無事着陸後、ホテルに戻りオアフ島に帰る飛行機の時間まで
クイーンズ・マーケットプレイスという大型ショッピングモールに行き買い物をしました。
ここで地元特産のコナコーヒーなどを買いました。
こうして今回の旅のメインイベントが終わりました。

I came to Hawaii Island from Japan, excited for a vacation! This was my first trip to Hawaii, and I spent a full week on the island. Living in nature was incredibly refreshing.

We stayed at the Hilton Waikoloa Village condominium. Since there was no shuttle service to the tour destination, we headed to Honokohau Marina with the rental car we had. We drove south on Highway 19, turned right onto Kealakehe Parkway, and quickly spotted the blue-roofed mall, so we didn't get lost.

We arrived a bit early, so we explored the area and found it to be a charming port town, which heightened our excitement! Upon entering the building, we were greeted by an elderly man with white hair. Since I hardly speak any English, I managed to say "Good morning," and he responded with a smile. When I conveyed that I didn't understand English, he handed me a notice and consent form written in Japanese, along with an explanation of the tour and the sights.

There were about 14 participants in total, including two groups from Japan and three family groups from America (among them were four children in elementary school).

As we boarded the boat, we spotted rays in the harbor, which heightened our anticipation! Just 1-2 minutes after departing, wild dolphins appeared, and everyone was thrilled! It was amazing to see wild dolphins swimming alongside the boat and jumping, as if welcoming us!

Our destination was the site of Captain Cook's memorial! We sped across the sea, feeling the wind, but it was quite bumpy and sunny. Sunscreen and rash guards are essential.

The snorkeling point was in a calm cove with excellent visibility, and there were plenty of fish! My companion, who isn't a strong swimmer, was initially scared, but once we got into the water, they became engrossed and enjoyed snorkeling.

After about an hour of snorkeling, we returned to the boat, where homemade sandwiches were served. They were delicious! During several breaks, we also enjoyed snacks, juice, and pineapple! Eating on the water was an extraordinary experience, and the pineapple cut fresh by the captain was especially tasty! Break times were flexible, so even those without much stamina can participate comfortably.

After snorkeling, we were able to rinse off our hair and bodies with a shower! After that, we were guided to the sights. The guidance was all in English, which I couldn't fully understand, but I could grasp the general idea.

On the way back, we saw dolphins again, and when we returned to the harbor, we spotted a sea turtle, making the tour very satisfying!

However, since the captain's guidance was entirely in English, I think it would have been even more enjoyable if I understood English. If I could wish for something, having a Japanese guide would be ideal.

Overall, I was very satisfied, so I highly recommend it!

For those participating, I would like to share a few tips:
1. Be sure to bring sunscreen.
2. A rash guard or long sleeves; women should wear half pants over their swimsuits.
3. If you don't want to rent a mask and snorkel, bring your own.
4. A waterproof camera.

I think these items would be helpful!

日本からハワイ島へバカンスを楽しみにやって来ました！今回の旅行で初めてのハワイに！そして丸々1週間ハワイ島で過ごしました。大自然の中での生活はとてもリフレッシュ出来るものでした。
私たちはワイコロアにあるヒルトンキンクスランドのコンドミニアムに宿泊。
今回はツアー先まで送迎なしだったので借りていたレンタルカーで現地ホノコハウ・マリーナへ向かいました。
19号線をひたすら南下し、Kealakehe Pkwyを右折、すぐに目印の青い屋根のモールが見えたので迷いませんでした。

少し早めに着いたので周りを散策するととても雰囲気のある港町で楽しみが増して来ました！
建物に入ると白髪の老父がお出迎え！英語がほとんど話せない私はなんとか「グットモーニング」と話仕掛けると笑顔で対応してくれましたが英語はわかりませんと伝えると日本語の書いてある注意事項と同意書、そして今回のツアーの内容と名所の説明書きを渡されました。
実際に参加したのは私たちを含め日本から二組、アメリカから来ていたご家族グループ三組と14人位が参加(中には小学生低学年程のお子様も4人いました)

ボートに乗り込む時港にはエイが現れ、ワクワクが高まります！港を出港して1〜2分で野生のイルカが現れみんなで興奮しました！
まさかいきなり野生のイルカが現れてボートと並行して泳いだり、ジャンプしたりとまるで歓迎してくれているようでした！

目的地はキャプテン・クックの慰霊碑がある場所へ！海上を物凄いスピードで進み、風を感じられますが、激しい揺れと強い陽射しでした。
日焼け止めとラッシュガードは必需品です。

シュノーケリングポイントは波のない入江の小湾のような場所で透明度抜群で魚もたくさんいました！
泳ぐのが苦手な連れは最初は怖がっていましたが、いざ海に入ると夢中になって普通にシュノーケリングして楽しんでいました。

小一時間くらいシュノーケリングを楽しみ一度ボートに戻るとお手製のサンドイッチが振舞われました。それがとても美味しかったです！他にも数回の休憩中にスナックやジュース、パイナップルも！海上で食べる非日常の体験とても良かったです！キャプテンがその場で切ってくれたパイナップルもても美味しかったです！休憩は時間などは自分たち次第なので体力のない方でも安心して行えます。

シュノーケリングが終わるとシャワーで髪や青を洗わせてくれます！
シュノーケリング後に名所へ案内してくれました。ガイダンスは全て英語で理解できませんでしたが、なんとなくニュアンスでわかる？感じでした。

帰る途中もイルカが現れたり、港に戻るとウミガメが現れたりツアーとしては大満足出来ました！

ただキャプテンのガイドが全て英語だったので英語が理解できていればもっと楽しいと思います。贅沢を言えば日本語ガイドが付いていれば最高です。

トータル的にすごく満足できたのでオススメです！

参加する方にお伝えしたいことは
1.必ず日焼け止めを持っていく
2.ラッシュガード、もしくは長袖、女性は水着の上に履くハーフパンツ
3.マスク、シュノーケルのレンタルが嫌な方は自前の物を
4.水中用カメラ
を持っていくと良いと思います。

Even though it was a short time, I really enjoyed the scooter. The guide was attentive, which made me feel at ease, and it opened up a world that I wouldn't normally consider. However, the snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and the sandbar at Hawaii Kai before and after were a bit disorganized and not enjoyable. You can purchase photos and videos from the underwater scooter experience for a fee. I recommend getting those as a memory of the trip.

短い時間とは言え、スクーターは本当に楽しめました。
ガイドも付きっ切りで安心でしたし、日常では考えられない世界が広がります。
ただその前後のシュノーケリングやスタンドアップパドルボート、ハワイカイのサンドバーは、ちょっとグダグダで楽しめませんでした。
水中スクーター時の写真や動画は有料で申し込めます。
それは旅の思い出に購入する事をおススメします。

I recently participated in an event. On the day of the event, the departure was delayed due to the ship we were boarding, but we were taken to a spot nearby where we could see sea turtles. I was very happy to see the turtles up close. Of course, we also encountered manta rays!

As mentioned in other comments, please be aware that the meeting point is quite difficult to find. I have attached a photo of the location, but here are the key points a to c:
a. There are no stores or signs at the location.
b. There is a large parking area on the north side of the bay, so please park your car there. The restroom in the middle of the parking area should serve as a landmark.
c. In one corner of that parking lot, there is a waiting area with a yellow wall and a blue roof, which is the meeting point. The yellow and blue should help you identify it.

I have three pieces of advice for preparation based on our reflections:
1. I recommend taking motion sickness medication before participating. Even if you don't get seasick, you might feel queasy from the ocean waves!
2. The return boat ride can be cold since you will be wet from the sea. Bringing a thick and large towel, like a hotel bath towel, is recommended for warmth!
3. It's best to use a bag that is either covered in plastic or waterproof. While on the boat to the location, the ocean spray can get you and your belongings wet!

先日参加してまいりました。
当日は乗船する船の影響で出港が遅れたのですが、近くに海亀が見れるスポットがあるという事で連れて行ってもらいました。間近に亀が見れてとても嬉しかったです。もちろんマンタにも会えました♪
他の方のコメントにもありますが集合場所がとてもわかりにくいため、注意してください。現地の写真を添付しましたが、次のa〜cがポイントです。
a.現地に店舗や看板はありません。
b.湾の北側に大きな駐車スペースがあるので、そこに車を止めましょう。駐車スペースの真ん中にトイレがあるのが目印となると思います。
c.その駐車場の隅の一画に黄色の壁で青色の屋根の待機スペースがあり、そこが集合場所となっています。黄色と青色が目印になるはずです。
事前準備としてのアドバイスが3点あります。我々の反省点を踏まえて1〜3に記載しますので参考になさってください。
1.酔い止めを飲んで参加することをお勧めします。船に酔わなくても海の波に酔ってしまうこともありますので要注意です！
2.帰りの船は海に濡れたまま走行するので寒いです。ホテルのバスタオル位分厚くて大きなのを持っていくと防寒になりますのでオススメです！
3.船に持込む袋はビニールをかぶせるか防水の効いた物が良いと思います。現地に行くまでの船上、海の波しぶきが飛んでくるので、荷物も含めて全身濡れてしまいますので！

The Japanese guide, Daisuke, who came to pick us up, was very friendly and wonderful, making the bus ride enjoyable from the start. We were really surprised by how many dolphins we encountered right from the beginning. There are many dolphin tours available, but I'm really glad I participated in this one. If you want to swim with dolphins on the Big Island, I definitely recommend this tour. I want to join again, so I will work hard to save money and go back once I can dive.

迎えに来て下さった日本語ガイドのダイスケさんが、とても気さくで素敵な方で、行きのバスから楽しめました。そしてイルカちゃんは、本当にびっくりするくらい初めから、沢山出会えました。
イルカツアーは沢山ありますが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。ハワイ島でイルカと泳ぎたい方は、是非このツアーをおすすめします。私ももう一回参加したいので、頑張ってお金をためて、潜れるようになってからまたいきたいです。

Terrific guide who was quite knowledgeable. Came close to spinner dolphins and had a wonderful time snorkeling watching the many beautiful fish.

Last time, I participated in the fireworks cruise on this boat, so this time I joined the snorkeling and cruise. I was the only Japanese participant, but it was a pleasant cruise with a nice breeze, and at the snorkeling point, I was able to see many turtles up close. All the explanations were in English.

前回こちらの船の花火クルーズに参加したので、今回はシュノーケリングとクルーズに参加しました。
日本人ので参加者は私1人でしたが、気持ち良い風に吹かれてのクルーズに、シュノーケリングポイントではたくさんの亀を間近で見る事が出来ます。
説明も全て英語です。

I made my first reservation here and chose this as my first Hawaii activity! They provided pick-up from the hotel, and when I mentioned that my friend was at a different hotel, they also picked her up so we could meet up.

There were many people from other countries, and I felt a bit nervous in the multicultural atmosphere during the ride to the location.

After receiving the explanation, I thought my face wouldn't get wet, but when actually using the scooter, I had to dive underwater, so it's better to be prepared with makeup and contact lenses.

As we headed to the boat in order, it was quite crowded on busy days, but there were only about three or four scooters, so two groups entered the water one by one.

You can place your belongings at your seat, but I think it's best to keep it to the bare minimum. I believe I could have prepared better if I had been informed in advance.

They provide towels and cover-ups, and you can have photos and videos taken on-site, so having around $50 should be sufficient. A reservation slip is required, so it's good to have a printed copy or your phone handy.

Most people were wearing wetsuits, but I wasn't sure, so I went in a swimsuit with a T-shirt and shorts that could get wet.

Once you get on the scooter, there is an instructor for each person, so it's fine. Even if you can't speak English, you can manage with hand signals. You'll need to equalize your ears, so make sure to do that frequently at first.

When you dive into the sea, the fish are attracted to the food attached to the scooter, so you can touch the fish! An exciting world opens up. Luckily, there were sea turtles, and the staff took beautiful photos for us. I was truly moved by the blue of the ocean and felt grateful to participate in such a wonderful tour that makes you want to go again.

While waiting, you can enjoy the scenery from the boat and see Diamond Head, but I was surprised that the only snacks available were small snack foods.

You can order the underwater images taken by the staff at the end.

If you provide your email address, you'll receive an email later, and you can download the photos to view them for two weeks.

I was really glad to participate with my friend this time! Everyone was happy, but I gave it four stars instead of five due to the lack of time.

初めてこちらで予約をとり、初のHawaiiアクティビティとしてこちらを選びました！
ホテルでの送迎と、友達が別のホテルにいるのを伝えるとそこにもピックアップで迎えに行ってくれての合流。
他の国の方も多く、異文化な車中の空気に緊張しつつ、現地に到着。

説明を受け、顔が濡れないとおもってたのですが実際スクーターに頭を入れる際潜って潜らなければならないのでメイクやコンタクトは対応した方がいいです。

船へと順番に向かい、乗り込んでいくと多い日はつめつめですがスクーターが3か4個くらいしかないので２組をバラバラに1人ずつ水に入って行きます。

荷物は自分の席におけます。ただ必要最低限の荷物に抑えるといいと思います。事前に教えてくれてるともっと対応できたと思います。

タオル、羽織るもの、写真や動画を現地で撮ってもらえるので50ドルあればとりあえず大丈夫かと。
予約票が必要なので印刷したものか、携帯はあるといいですよ。

ウェットスーツ着てる方がほとんどで、わたしはわからなかったので水着にTシャツと短パンの濡れても大丈夫な感じで行きました。

いざスクーターに乗るさえ、一対一でインストラクターが付いてるので大丈夫です。
英語ができなくても手のサインでなんとかなります。
耳抜きが必要になるのでこまめに始めはやりましょう。

海に沈むとお魚の餌がスクーターについてるのでそれに群がる魚に触れられます！！
興奮する世界が広がります。
運よくウミガメもいてスタッフさんがキレイに撮ってくれます。
なんどでも行きたくなるような素敵なツアーに参加できて海の青さにあらためて感動しました。

まってる間も船で景色はみれるし、ダイヤモンドヘッドもみれて、強いて言うなら軽食が小さなスナック菓子しかないのにびっくりしました。

海の中の画像はスタッフさんが撮ったものを最後注文できます。

Eメールアドレスを教えて後日メールが届くのでそこをダウンロードすれば2週間は見られます。

今回友達との参加で本当に参加できて良かったと思いました！
みんな喜んでましたが時間がたりない点でマイナス星１つにより4つは星にしておきさた。

It was a clear day, and we were able to see wild dolphins and sea turtles. There were plenty of activities like slides, trampolines, and crew dances, which made it a lot of fun. I bought a rash guard from Dolphin & You as a souvenir! It was my first time abroad, and it became a wonderful memory.

当日は快晴で野生のイルカやウミガメを見ることができました。
滑り台やトランポリン、クルーのダンス等盛りだくさんでとても楽しかったです。
記念にドルフィン＆ユーのラッシュガードを買いました！
初めての海外でしたがとても良い思い出になりました。

Seeing dozens of dolphins under the blue sky... this tour became a lifelong memory. I would love to participate again if I go to the Big Island.

Even if you're not confident in swimming, you can easily join alone. The members when I participated were a group of three women on a trip, a newlywed couple, a husband and wife, and a solo foreign traveler. Everyone was full of energy, and while we were on the water, they would smile and ask, "Did you see the dolphins? There was a baby dolphin too!" It made me really happy to share the excitement even as a solo traveler.

And the guide was wonderful. They loved dolphins and seemed happier than anyone else on the tour, which made it so much fun to be around. It was truly an enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it. Thank you so much to the guide, the staff, and all the members.

何十頭のイルカと青い空…このツアーは一生の思い出になりました。
ハワイ島に行ったらまた参加したいです。

泳ぎに自信がなくても、一人でも、気軽に参加できます。
私が参加したときのメンバーは女子旅3人組、新婚カップル、ご夫婦、おひとり様外国人でした。
エネルギーのある方ばかりで、海の上では「イルカ見ました？子どものイルカもいましたよね！」と笑顔で話しかけてくださり、ひとりでも感動を共有できることができて、本当に嬉しかったです。
そしてガイドさんが素敵な方です。
イルカが大好きで、誰よりもこのツアーを楽しんでいるのではと思うぐらいハッピーで、一緒にいてとても楽しくなりました。
本当に楽しいツアーです。おすすめです。
ガイドさん、スタッフの皆さん、そしてメンバーの皆さん、本当にありがとうございました。

When I went to Hawaii, I definitely wanted to try snorkeling, so I joined this tour. I apologize for the inconvenience caused by not noticing the time change on the day of the tour, but I was relieved that it didn't affect the start of the tour. It was my first time participating in an overseas activity, and I was anxious, but it was a great help that Dan and Chieko communicated with me in Japanese. The weather was clear that day, and the sea was beautiful; I was able to see many fish underwater. I often had issues with seawater getting in while snorkeling before, but the snorkeling gear provided this time was so high-performance that no seawater came in at all, making it very easy to swim. I was also surprised to see cats and mongooses in Hanauma Bay, and I was able to capture them on camera, which made for a great memory. If I come to Hawaii again, I would like to try scuba diving as well.

ハワイに行ったら是非シュノーケルをやってみたいと思い、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
当日は時間変更があったことに気付かずご迷惑をお掛けしましたが、ツアーの開始に支障が出なくて安心しました。
初めての海外での参加で不安でしたが、ダン先生とちえこさんが日本語で応対してもらえたので大変助かりました。
当日は快晴でとても海が綺麗で水中では魚をいっぱい見ることができました。
シュノーケルを行う際は海水が入ってきてしまうことが今までよくありましたが、今回提供してもらったシュノーケルは高性能？なのか海水が全く入ってこず大変泳ぎやすかったです。
水中の魚もそうでしたが、ハナウマ湾には猫やマングースもいることに驚きました。こちらもカメラに収めることができて良い記念になりました。
次回またハワイに来ることがあったらスキューバダイビングにも挑戦してみたいです。

I participated in October, and while the weather was good, the wind was strong! Because of that, the waves were high and the sea was a bit murky.

After snorkeling, my husband got seasick and couldn't eat much, which was unfortunate. Even for those who usually don't get seasick, it might be safer to take motion sickness medication just in case!

However, we did see turtles, and the sea was beautiful, so I was very satisfied! I want to try again when I come back to Hawaii!

10月の参加でしたが、天気はよかったのですが風が強い！
その為波が高く海が少し濁っていました。

シュノーケリングをしたあと、旦那が波酔いしてしまい、あまりごはんがたべられなかったのがかわいそうでした。
普段酔わない人でも、一応酔い止めは飲んで置いた方が安全かもしれません！

でも、カメさんもみれましたし、海もきれいで大満足です！
次ハワイにきたらまたリベンジしたいです！

I was picked up by bus early in the morning, and then we traveled by boat from the port to the spot. During the briefing, I learned that diving suits can be rented for $20. I decided to rent one just in case, but I think it's a good idea for those who get cold easily to borrow one.

After the briefing, we headed out for dolphin watching, and we were able to encounter dolphins perfectly. When we could get close, we were able to approach just a few meters away. It wasn't for a long time, so I wished I could have swum a bit more.

After that, we went snorkeling to see sea turtles, and there were options for SUP and canoeing. I relaxed on the boat. For lunch, we had hamburgers, drinks, and snacks that we saw at a local supermarket.

The tour went by faster than I expected, and many people experienced seasickness, so it's necessary to take measures like bringing motion sickness medication. They mentioned that opportunities to swim with wild dolphins might become rare, but I think it's not easy to see dolphins at such a close distance, so I definitely want to go on this tour again.

早朝にバスでピックアップしてもらい、その後港から船で移動してスポットへ。
事前説明の際、＄20でダイビングスーツが借りられます。
念のため自分はレンタルしましたが、寒がりな人は借りておいた方がいいかなー位だと思います。
説明の後いざイルカウォッチングへ。ばっちりイルカに遭遇できました。
接近できる時は数m先まで近寄れました
長時間というわけではなかったので、もう少し泳ぎたかったなーと
後はシュノーケリングでウミガメを見に行ったり、SUPやらカヌーやら
自分は船の上でのんびりしていました
昼ごはんは地元スーパーで見かけた？ハンバーガーやドリンク、お菓子
思ったより駆け足であっという間だったツアーでした
結構船酔いする人も多かったので、酔い止め等の対策は必要ですね
野生のイルカと泳げる機会がなくなるかもしれないということですが
なかなかあの距離でイルカを見る事は出来ないと思うので是非また行きたいツアーです

Everything ran like clockwork. The pickup from the hotel was on time and everything was ready for us to go when we arrived. As a new Kayaker I found the instructions helpful and really enjoyed the Kayaking. It was not only good fun but has given me the confidence to do a lot more kayaking in the future. As a part of the tour we also did some snorkelling in between kayaking. While snorkelling I saw five turtles and just before going out to snorkel we also saw a sting ray. I had high expectations for this tour and it managed to exceed them!

I must say thank you to Kevin who was our guide who was willing to answer all out questions and guided us around expertly making us feel at home on the water.

The lunch provided was great after having spent so much energy. It really hit the spot!