Reviewed by: ロミロミ
The guide and staff were fun and cheerful, making the experience enjoyable. However, it was a bit disappointing that the sky was cloudy and the waves were high that day. The sandbar was about knee-deep. There's not much you can do about the weather, though. I purchased some beautiful photos taken with a DSLR camera. If you're looking to save money, I recommend bringing a waterproof camera.
The snorkeling was very safe, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was able to see sea turtles up close. The BBQ lunch was delicious, with a healthy flavor and content that Japanese people tend to prefer.
We participated in snorkeling, which was great, but those who didn't might have found it a bit boring. Families were feeding the turtles and taking photos, while some couples were napping on the boat. Even as a beginner swimmer, I didn't find snorkeling difficult, so I think participating would likely lead to a higher satisfaction level.
ガイドさんをはじめスタッフが楽しく陽気な人柄で楽しませてくれました。ただ、この日は終始曇り空で波が高かったのがちょっと残念でした、、、サンドバーも膝丈くらいまではあったかな。お天気ばかりは仕方がないことですね^^;一眼レフで綺麗に写真を撮っていただけたので購入しました。節約したい方は防水用カメラ持参がオススメです。
シュノーケリングも十分に安全を確保してもらい、堪能できました。ウミガメも間近で見ることができました。BBQランチは、日本人好みのヘルシーな味付けと内容でとてもおいしくいただきました。
私たちはシュノーケリングに参加したのでよかったのですが、参加しなかった方は少し退屈だったのかも。家族連れはカメに餌をあげたり写真を撮って楽しんでいましたが、カップルの中には船で眠っている方もいました。泳ぎは初心者の私でもシュノーケリングは難しく感じなかったので、できれば参加したほうが満足度が高いかなと思います。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Mohamed
Not as good as Mauis corals but the crew were great and had lots of fun, no complaints.
We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time on the water with us and hope to see you again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Packages: | Until 12/31/2018 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Tayler Kiteley
We did the snorkel excursion during a week long family trip to Maui, Hawaii. Capt Lily was amazing and the other staff/crew were as well. Everyone in my group had a blast and it was definitely a highlight of my trip. We got to see so much, and actually meet cool people as well! It is advertised as a snorkel excursion but count on it to be a whale/dolphin watching as well! We had a great time. Thank you!!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: すあま
I participated with four friends! The staff were very cheerful and fun, the freshly baked hamburgers were delicious, and we had a wonderful experience with the amazing ocean! I think a light jacket is essential since the weather can change quickly.
友人4人と参加しました!とても明るくて楽しいスタッフさんや、焼きたての美味しいハンバーガー、そして素晴らしい海を体験できて大満足です!天候が変わりやすいので羽織りものは必須だと思います。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Sheldon Wasylenko
I found the excursion very fun. The best part about the trip was the amount of information that we all learned from our crew members. The amount of whales we saw was incredible, and how Captain Lilly put the attention of the boat on the whales and spinner Dolphins that were close by. She told us what was happening and taught us some very cool things that she was clearly very passionate about. I found the other crew members very helpful as well, they were always offering us help with anything that we needed. I felt very safe on the boat and as well in the areas we snorkelled, which was thanks to the crew members putting our safety first. I thought our crew members did a very excellent job at making our trip a very enjoyable learning experience.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Traci & Shawn W
Our family returned from Maui less than a week ago. We squeezed in a lot of outings and adventures in our time there, but the 7 of us all agreed the snorkel trip was by far the highlight of our vacation! We have been on a few other snorkel excursions over the years, but the Dolphin Watch & Snorkel BBQ Lunch Cruise far exceeded our expectations. We were very fortunate that there were only a couple dozen people on the boat so it was quite personable. We were greeted warmly with a light breakfast of fruit and pastries. Weather wise, we could not have picked a better day!
We had anticipated to see some whales, but WOW is all I can say! Capt Lily was genuinely as excited to see the things we saw even though I'm sure she's seen them all dozens of times before. She was very knowledgeable and stopped often, positioning us for the best viewing as the whales were so active. We also saw spinner dolphins which was exciting. We boated out to Lanai and had the opportunity to snorkel in two different places. At our first stop the kids saw numerous fish and were lucky enough to see a sea turtle! Our second stop was at Sweetheart Rock where there were a ton of different fish. The boat had a slide that a few people took the opportunity to enjoy.
The staff was extremely friendly and professional and went out of their way to ensure everyone was comfortable. They had noodles and boogie boards for those that weren’t strong swimmers. There were always a minimum of two staff in the water with us, often more.
We were treated to a lunch BBQ’d right on board! We enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, fruit, chips and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages. One of our kids is a vegetarian, and they were able to accommodate her with a veggie burger without prior warning.
The total excursion was 6.5 hours and flew by! Everyone enjoyed every minute of it and we will all have great memories for years to come! Thank you to the wonderful staff for making our day truly memorable!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: ひろろ
I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close! It was truly moving. They were really close, almost within reach. I want to go again.
イルカもウミガメもこれでもかといくぐらい観れました!!
感動します。
ホント触れそうな距離にいます。
また行きたいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<コオリナ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/16 |
Reviewed by: mymy
This is a 5-hour activity.
The day before, I received a notification that the meeting time would be 2 hours earlier than planned due to bad weather. It was helpful to get this notice, as sometimes there is no communication about time changes.
The activity involves going out to sea on an engine-powered rubber boat. The boat jumps over the waves, which adds quite a thrill and makes it enjoyable.
(Safety measures are in place, so there's no risk of falling into the sea.)
During this time of year, we encountered dolphins and whales, and the boat stopped each time we spotted them. We saw schools of dolphins multiple times and witnessed whale jumps as well. Since I was considering a dolphin and whale watching tour, I felt it was a great deal. We also got to see the Big Island from the sea and got close to the lava cliffs, with the guide providing information, making the trip to the snorkeling spot very satisfying.
The main part of the tour, snorkeling, took about 2 hours in a calm cove. The waves were gentle, and the water was clear, allowing us to see corals, tropical fish, and small turtles swimming. Just floating was pleasant, and they provided boards to help with floating. They also prepared sandwiches, fruits, snacks, and drinks, so if you get tired, you can take a break on the boat with some light refreshments.
The other participants in the tour were mostly international travelers, aside from my friend and me, but we had no issues and enjoyed ourselves. It seems that many Japanese tourists also participate, and the guide spoke to us in Japanese that he knew.
The weather was not very good, with the sun coming out and then clouding over, so sunscreen was not absolutely necessary, but I think sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are essential for the tour.
After the activity, we could enjoy delicious seafood at a restaurant near the harbor, which also increased our satisfaction.
It was a packed and enjoyable experience. I think this is a tour I can recommend.
約5時間のアクティビティです。
前日に天候が悪くなるということで予定よりも2時間ほど早い集合の連絡がありました。時間変更の連絡が無い場合もあるのに連絡を頂けたのは助かりました。
アクティビティは、エンジン付きのゴムボートに乗って海に出ます。波を越える際にボートがジャンプするので、かなりスリルがあり楽しめます。
(セイフティもきちんとしていますので、海に落とされるようなことはありません。)
時期的にイルカやクジラに遭遇し、その度に船を止めてくれました。イルカの群れも何度も見ましたし、クジラのジャンプも何度の目にすることができました。イルカやクジラをウォッチするツアーも検討していたので、すごくお得感を感じました。また海からのハワイ島も見ることができ、溶岩の岸壁にも近づいてくれガイドをしてくれますので、シュノーケリング場所へ行くまでも大満足です。
ツアーのメインであるシュノーケリングも、波の穏やかな入江で2時間ほどの時間を取ってもらえます。波が穏やかで水の透明度も良く、サンゴ、熱帯魚、小さな亀が泳いでいるのを見ることができます。浮いているだけでも気持ち良く、浮く為のボードなども貸してくれます。サンドウィッチ、フルーツ、スナック、ドリンクを用意してくれているので、疲れれば軽食と一緒にボートで休むこともできます。
ツアーの参加者は、友人と私以外は皆海外の方でしたが、問題なく楽しく過ごすことができます。日本人ツアーも多く参加しているようで、ガイドさんも知ってる日本語で話しかけてくれたりしました。
太陽が出たり、曇ったりと天候があまり良くなかったので日焼け止めを必須ではありませんでしたが、ツアーには日焼け止め、帽子、サングラスは必要だと思います。
アクティビティ後は、ハーバー周辺のレストランで美味しい魚介類も食べることができ、これも満足度をアップさせてくれます。
盛りだくさんで、楽しめました。お薦めできるツアーだと思います。
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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: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Julia and Pat
Two mantas came to visit and were incredible. It was definitely something everyone should experience at least once in their life. The crew was friendly and did a wonderful job keeping everyone safe and comfortable.
Thanks for joining us! :)
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/05 |
Reviewed by: K-J
I think this is the best company to visit Sandbar! If you would like to visit Sandbar, you should choose this company!
I think This is the best company to visit Sandbar!
If you would like to visit Sandbar,You sould choose this company!
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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: | 2015/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Patricia
I would strongly recommend organization for doing a sail and snorkel activity.
The crew was informative, very helpful, and made the afternoon totally enjoyable.
Aftersnorkeling there was a report of a whale and that had just calved. The crew took us to the area where the whale was sighted and we, too, were able to see multiple sightings of the whale.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/07 |
Reviewed by: tirotan-nene
The sandbar unfortunately didn't have any sand, but I was able to enjoy myself in water that was about ankle-deep. I was able to see turtles swimming in the sea as well. Snorkeling was my first experience, and I was scared, so I could only do it for a short time, but I was able to see corals and fish. However, in the afternoon, clouds came out and it got cold, so I regretted not bringing more warm clothing. The staff were all friendly and nice people. Next time, I would like to go in spring or summer.
サンドバーは、残念ながら砂は出ていませんでしたが、足のくるぶしぐらいまでの深さで、
楽しく過ごすことができました。カメも普通に海を泳いていて見つけることができました。シュノーケリングは、初体験で怖かったので短時間しかできませんでしたが、サンゴも
魚も見ることができました。ただ午後になって雲が出てきて寒かったので、防寒着をもっと
持っていけばよかったと反省しました。スタッフはみんなフレンドリーでいい人達でした。
今度は、春か夏に行ってみたいです。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/24 |
Reviewed by: IIDA
The options were excellent!
The crew on the boat was amazing!
The hamburgers were incredibly delicious!
I want to go again!
Next time, I want to walk on the sandbar that emerges from the water on a sunny day.
I made the best memories.
Thank you to all the crew members!
オプション内容は文句なし!
船のクルーも最高!
ハンバーガーは激ウマ!
また行きたい❗️
次は晴れた日に海面から出ているサンドバーを歩きたいな( ̄^ ̄)ゞ
最高にいい思い出が出来ました。
クルーのみなさんありがとう(^^)
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: masa
It is necessary to confirm by phone before the participation date, but even if you call, you only confirm that the reservation is indeed made. This task is often required for Alan's tours, but is there any significance to it? Is there a lack of trust with the local operators?
I parked at what seemed to be a nearby parking lot and changed there.
We were the only participants from Japan. We rode on a rubber boat and listened to the guide and captain's stories while we sped across the sea. I could only understand about half of what was said. The boat was fast, and there was no rocking that made me feel seasick. When we reached the snorkeling point, we spotted dolphins and whales along the way and quietly approached to observe them. We were able to see many dolphins and whales. For those who have experience snorkeling in various places, this was somewhat lacking. The visibility was poor, and there were few types of fish, so I felt like I wasted the one hour of snorkeling time. Since it was snorkeling in a cove-like area, it might be suitable for those who are not used to it. As for the caves, just going nearby was disappointing. In any case, if it's a tour to see dolphins and whales by speedboat, I think I could recommend it for around $50.
参加日前に電話で確認が必要ということですが、電話しても本当に予約されていることを確認するのみです。Alanのツアーではしばしばこの作業が必要ですが、何か意味があるのでしょうか。現地との信頼関係が薄いのでしょうか。
レンタカーで近くの駐車場らしきところへ停めて、そこで着替えました。
参加者は、我々のみが日本からでした。ゴムボートに乗りガイド兼船長のお話を聞きながら、ひたすら海上を走ります。お話は半分くらいしか理解できませんでした。船のスピードが速く、船酔いするような揺れはありませんでした。シュノーケルポイントまで行くと途中で、イルカやクジラを見つけてそっと近くによって眺めていました。イルカ、クジラはたくさん見ることができました。シュノーケリングは、いろいろなところで経験している人にとっては、いまいちです。透明度はなく、魚の種類も少なく、1時間のシュノーケリング時間をもてあましました。入り江のようなところでのシュノーケリングなので、慣れていない人には適当かもしれません。洞窟に関しては、ただ近くに行ってみるだけで、期待外れでした。とにかく、スピードボートに乗ってイルカ・クジラを見るツアーとしてであれば、50ドルくらいだったらおすすめできると思います。
Thank you for using our services.
However, we sincerely apologize that the activity you participated in did not meet your expectations.
The confirmation call to the tour operator is made to ensure that you have safely arrived on the Big Island and to check if you have any concerns before participating.
Rest assured that your reservation is confirmed.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はご利用いただきまして、ありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご参加いただきましたアクティビティがご満足行く結果となりませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
ツアー催行会社への確認電話ですが、ハワイ島ですのでお客様が無事にご到着されたか、ご参加前にご心配なことがないか等のご確認のために行っているものです。
ご予約はきちんと確定がされておりますので、ご安心ください。
この度はお忙しいところ体験談のご投稿、ありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/23 |
Reviewed by: GUCCI
We took a catamaran ride as a couple in our 50s. The two handsome crew members didn't speak Japanese, but they were friendly and we managed with their broken English. My wife can't swim, but they provided life jackets and simple floaties, so there were no issues. Above all, the experience of swimming with sea turtles was invaluable. The free hamburgers they provided were also delicious. However, be careful as the meeting point is at the left end of Outrigger Beach facing the sea, and it was hard to find. There were no signs or anything.
50歳台の夫婦2人でカタマラン号に乗りました。
イケメンのクルー2人は日本語を話せませんが、フレンドリーで、片言の英語で何とかなります。妻は泳げませんが、救命胴衣をや簡単な浮き輪を貸してくれるので、問題ありませんでした。
なんといっても、ウミガメと一緒に泳げる体験は貴重です。無料でくれるハンバーガーも美味しかった。
ただ、集合場所がアウトリガーの浜の、海に向かって左端で、わかりにくかったので気を付けて。看板などはありません。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: saさん
I felt安心 (at ease) participating since I had used it before. I didn't get seasick last time, but for some reason, despite taking motion sickness medication this time, I ended up feeling nauseous (+_+). However, I encountered a group of about 30 cute dolphins, and I saw plenty of turtles, so I was very satisfied! I want to go to Hawaii to swim with dolphins using Dolphin Academy again in the future☆ Next time, I will definitely take stronger motion sickness medication!
以前にも利用したことがあったので安心して参加しました。
以前はボートで酔わなかったのですが、酔い止め飲んだにも関わらず今回はなぜか酔ってしまいました(+_+)
でもかわいいイルカ30頭くらいの群れに遭遇できたし、
カメもいっぱい見れたので大満足!
今後もイルカ中学を利用してイルカと泳ぎにハワイに行きたいです☆
次回は強めの酔い止め必須で行きます!
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| Packages: | 初夢キャンペーンプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Lina
It was a good experience, recommend wet suit, and don't go too early, and take lots of anti nausea...
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Matt and Alicia
Had a rainy start to the morning, but it ended up a beautiful day. Started with a trip out from shore to try and see some whales. Sadly we didn't see any, but we were able to hear them calling under us, which was amazing! Snorkeling was great, rusty was able to point out to us some of the reef life that often gets missed and was great about getting us into the water. Great time!
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| Packages: | 2.5-Hour Late Morning Turtle Reef Discovery (10:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: ジョニー
Usually, I enjoy a free-spirited trip in Hawaii by renting a car, but this time I found driving a bit cumbersome, so I utilized various plans. This "sandbar tour" was one of them.
We enjoyed the beautiful water and friendly staff (especially the women, who provided attentive service that left a strong impression). We also got to see sea turtles!
There is just one disappointing point. For us in our 60s, January can be a bit chilly! Even the beautiful sea was only bearable for about 15 minutes. I recommend that those visiting during this time prepare for the cold. Other than that, I highly recommend it without any complaints.
普段、ハワイ旅行ではレンタカーを借りて勝手な旅を楽しみましたが
少し運転も億劫になったので、今回はいろいろなプランを利用しました。
この 「サンドバー ツアー」 もその一つ。
綺麗な水、フレンドリーなスタッフ(特に女性が多くてきめ細かい接待
が印象的でした)で、サンドバーとスノーケリングを楽しみました。
海亀も見られましたよ!!
一つだけ、残念な点があります。
それは、60歳代の我々にとってⅠ月は少し寒い !!
せっかくの美しい海も 15分が限度でした。この時期に出向かれる方は
寒さ対策をお薦めします。
それ以外は、文句なく、お薦めです。
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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: | 2015/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/30 |
Reviewed by: 家族で参加
We participated as a family of four: a couple with a 12-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl. Since it was February 11, we rented wetsuits for the whole family. We started in shallow water to get a feel for things before moving to deeper areas. I think we swam quite a bit, and since our 7-year-old girl (who has snorkeling experience) was in the care of our guide, Chieko, we felt at ease. We were also able to see turtles. As mentioned, we only needed swimsuits, towels, a change of clothes, and minimal cash, which was not a problem. A camera is not necessary unless it's an underwater camera. We brought our underwater video camera, but the guide's camera took much better pictures. Our remaining cash and mobile phone were safely stored in a sturdy box, which gave us peace of mind. We had a great time, so thank you very much!
夫婦+12歳男の子+7歳女の子の家族4人で参加させていただきました。2月11日でもあり家族全員ウエットスールもレンタルしました。最初浅いところで様子を見ていただき、
深いところへ。けっこう泳いだと思いますが、7歳女の子(シュノーケル経験あり)はガイドさん(チエコさん)にお任せでしたので、安心でした。カメにも会うことができました。ご案内通り、水着とタオル、着替え、最小限の現金さえあれば問題ありませんでした。カメラも水中カメラでないならいりません。うちは水中ビデオカメラを持っていきましたが、ガイドさんのカメラの方が素晴らしい写りです。現金(残り)と携帯電話は頑丈なBOXに入れていただいたので安心でした。とても楽しめたので感謝です。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(5月14日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/11 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
It was my first time in Hawaii, and since there was no Japanese-speaking guide on the tour, I was initially anxious. However, all the participants were fun people, and I had a great time! From the reception, I couldn't communicate in Japanese, but a very pleasant woman explained things using gestures. After checking in, I used the restroom, applied sunscreen, and waited until it was time for the tour. If you don't apply sunscreen here, you could end up with a bad sunburn after about seven hours. We boarded the rubber boat and headed out to see dolphins. We encountered many that day, and they were so cute as they chased after the boat! From there, we went to the snorkeling point. It was my first time snorkeling, but I was able to enjoy it thanks to the Japanese instructions provided. Along the way, we were served soft drinks, snacks, sandwiches, and fruits. The weather was great, making it even more special. On our way back, we were lucky enough to encounter a whale!!! It seems that this doesn't happen very often! It was a fun day spent with cheerful people.
初めてのハワイで日本語のガイドがいないツアーだったので初めは不安でしたが、参加者の皆さんも楽しい人たちばかりでとても楽しめました!受付からずっと日本語は通じませんでしたが、とても感じのいい女性がジェスチャーを交えて説明してくれます。受付の後はトイレを済ませ、日焼け止めを塗って、案内してもらうまで待ちます。ここで塗らないと7時間ほどかかるので真っ赤に焼けてしまいます。ゴムボートに乗り込みまずはイルカを見に行きます。この日はたくさん出会えました。ボートを追いかけてきてすごく可愛かったです!そこからシュノーケリングポイントへ行きます。シュノーケリングも初めてだったのですが、日本語の注意事項の表記で説明してもらい楽しく終えることができました。途中でソフトドリンクとお菓子やサンドイッチ、フルーツも出ました。天気も良かったので格別でした。帰り際、ラッキーなことに鯨に遭遇!!!こんなことはなかなかないみたいです!陽気な人たちと楽しく過ごした一日でした。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/ランチ付き!10時出発プラン (ホノコハウ・マリーナ発) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/16 |
Reviewed by: ふじもん130
The participants were mostly Japanese, and the guide who took us out to sea spoke Japanese, which made the tour worry-free for us since we couldn't speak English.
We were blessed with good weather, enjoying clear skies during this season! Although we couldn't see the sandbar at low tide, the clarity of the seawater was amazing! The interactions with the guide and other participants were also very enjoyable.
From the boat, we were able to spot several sea turtles, and during my first-ever snorkeling experience, I miraculously swam right next to a sea turtle.
Since we went on our honeymoon, it became an unforgettable memory for us!
I would love to participate again next time!
参加者がほぼ日本人、海に出てからのガイドさんも日本語が通じる方で英語が話せない私たちにとって不安要素が無いツアーでした。
天候にも恵まれ、この時期に晴天!
潮が引いた状態のサンドバーは見られなかったものの、海水の透明感が凄かった!
ガイドさんや参加者とのバレーもとても面白かったです^^
船上からのウミガメウォッチはカメさんを何匹も確認出来、生まれて初めてのシュノーケルでは、奇跡的にウミガメの真横を泳ぐことが出来ました。
新婚旅行で行ったので一生忘れられない思い出になりました♪
また次行く時も参加したいと思います\(^o^)/
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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: | 2015/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/10 |
Reviewed by: candy
I participated with my daughter and wife. The instructor mentioned that there have been days recently when they haven't been able to see dolphins, and many days have been canceled due to bad weather (high waves), but today the weather was nice, which was great.
Indeed, the weather was good on the day of our visit, with a clear blue sky that made the sun feel quite intense on our skin. However, it was still windy and cold, so I received advice to wear a wetsuit, and I had my daughter and wife put them on. I didn't wear one myself, but I brought enough clothing to stay warm, and I made sure to put on a jacket as soon as I got on the boat, so I was fine. In the end, my daughter and wife appreciated that I was easy to spot when we entered the water.
Of course, we were lucky enough to see both dolphins and turtles. We also spotted whales a few times... although I turned around and they were already gone.
In any case, make sure to prepare for the cold when you participate.
娘と妻と3人で参加しました。
インストラクターの方から最近イルカに会えてない日があったり、天気が悪くて(波が高くて)キャンセルになっている日が多いんですけど、今日は天気が良くてよかったですねと言われました。
確かに当日は天気が良くて、日があたっていると肌にジリジリ感じるくらいの青空でしたが、
それでも風が強くて寒いのでウェットスーツを着た方がいいですよとアドバイスをいただいて娘と妻には着用させました。自分は着なかったんですが寒くならない程度に着衣を持っていき、ボートに上がった時はすぐ羽織るようにしたので大丈夫でした。結果的には、海に入ったとき自分を見つけやすくてよかったよと言われ娘と妻には好評でした。
もちろん運よくイルカもカメとも会うことができました。
クジラも数回見ることができましたよ・・・自分は振り向いたらもういなかったですけど。
とにかく寒さ対策をしてご参加を。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
Reviewed by: 海好き
On the day of our arrival, we booked a manta ray tour and were so impressed that we immediately requested a dolphin tour for the next day. Our guide, Daisuke, had a wonderful love for dolphins, and I was completely immersed in that world. I want to swim with the dolphins just like Daisuke does!
When I go back to the Big Island, I will definitely ask for your services again.
It's been six months, but I still can't forget that amazing experience.
到着日にマンタツアーを予約し、感動し、その場で翌日のイルカツアーのお願いをしました。
ガイドのダイスケさんのイルカに対する愛が素晴らしく、その世界観にどっぷりはまってしまいました。ダイスケさんのように、すいすい~とイルカちゃんと一緒に泳ぎたい!!
またハワイ島に行くときには、お願いします。
もう半年たちましたが、あの感動は忘れられません。
I apologize for the delayed response to your comment from a few months ago, but I am incredibly happy to hear you say, "I won't forget that excitement even after six months." Please make sure to practice a little snorkeling next time. You'll enjoy the dolphin tour even more. Aloha!
すみません、こちらも数ヶ月越しでのコメントへのお返事となりましたが、「半年経っても、あの感動を忘れない。」というのが
嬉しくてたまらない お言葉です。 次回は是非少しスノーケルの練習をして来て下さい。もっとイルカツアーが楽しめますよ。 アロハ
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/01 |
Reviewed by: Harrymcl
These guys provided exactly the service you would expect. The driver was friendly and knowledgeable about the local area and the gear provided was great. For a trip to Hanamu Bay you couldn't ask for anything else
MAHALO
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/22 |
Reviewed by: 星 すみれ
The weather was incredibly nice, and the staff (Kelly, Yuki, Brian) were very kind and took great care of us. We were able to see sea turtles and many beautiful fish, and both the hamburgers and wine were delicious. We took a lot of great photos, especially the ones of us jumping from the boat. Playing volleyball was also fun.
天気がすごーーい良くて、スタッフの皆さんも優しくて大変良くしてくださいました。(ケリー、ゆきちゃん、ブライアン)ウミガメも見れたし、キレイな魚もたくさん見れたし、ハンバーガーもワインも美味しかったし、良い写真がたくさん撮れました(特に船からジャンプしている写真)。バレーボールも楽しかったです。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/04 |
Reviewed by: ミント
I had a great time with my grandson, my eldest son and his wife.
First, we enjoyed a beach volleyball game at a sandbar with a water depth of about 20 cm. It was a multinational game, and the skill level wasn't too high. After that, we practiced snorkeling. It was my first time snorkeling, but I had almost no problems. The only issue was when I tried to breathe while swimming freestyle out of habit, and water came in, making me cough. However, since we practiced in shallow water, I was fine after that.
On our way to the coral reef, we encountered several sea turtles. From the boat, they looked like clumps of seagrass floating in the water, but they were all sea turtles. Occasionally, they would come up for air, and my grandkids were thrilled.
We then arrived at our final destination, the coral reef, which was about 50 meters in diameter. We put on life jackets and fins and enjoyed snorkeling. There were plenty of colorful fish around the coral, and we had a great time exploring the reef. I heard that if you're lucky, you can swim with sea turtles, but unfortunately, we couldn't this time. However, we did get to see sea turtles resting on the reef.
Those who were confident swimmers were diving around the boat, and I thought that was a fun way to enjoy it too. My 4-year-old grandson was initially scared and wouldn't swim away from the boat, but when I held his hands and swam together, he had a lot of fun. His impression was, "I saw red and white fish from the surface."
There were also foreign people on the boat, and I became quite friendly with those who enjoyed beach volleyball with us.
We made wonderful family memories.
孫と長男夫妻、妻と一緒に楽しみました。
まず、水深20CM程度のサンドバーで、多国籍のそれほどレベルの高くないビーチバレーを楽み、その後、シュノーケルの練習をしました。シュノーケルは初めてでしたが、問題はほとんどなし。問題があるとすると、クロールで泳いだ時、習慣で息継ぎをしようとしたら、水が入ってきてゲボゲボ。でも、浅いところで練習できたので、それ以降はもう大丈夫でした。
そこから、珊瑚礁に行く途中で複数のウミガメに遭遇。船の上から見ると、海草の束がいくつも浮かんでいるように見えたのですが、それらがみんなウミガメ。時々、顔を上げてのサービスもしてくれ、孫たちは大喜びでした。
そして、最終目的地の珊瑚礁に到着。そこは直径50mほどの珊瑚礁で、ライフジャケットとフィンを付けてシュノーケリング楽しみました。サンゴの周りは色とりどりの魚が一杯で、楽しみながら珊瑚礁を一廻りしました。機会に恵まれると、ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐこともできるそうですが、今回は残念ながら一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでした。しかし、珊瑚礁で休んでいるウミガメにはちゃんと出会えました。
泳ぎに自信のある人は、船の周りで潜っていましたが、そんな楽しみ方も良いと思います。
4歳の孫は最初は怖くて船から泳ぎに出られなかったのですが、両手をとって一緒に泳ぐと結構はしゃいでいました。孫の感想は「水面から赤と白の魚が見えたよ」でした。
船の中では外国の人たちとも一緒で、一緒にビーチバレーを楽しんだ人とは、結構仲良くなりました。
家族の良い思い出が残りました。
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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: | 2015/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/07 |
Reviewed by: Jesper
Molokini is not as stunning a snorkel spot as some say: there's only a select variety of fish and there's no impressive coral reef. The water is very clear though. But there are definitely much better snorkeling options elsewhere to be found.
We had a muddy water day for Turtle Town sadly, but I got to see a turtle nonetheless, which was nice.
The tour organisation was class though, well-spirited. Breakfast was decent, lunch was very good. And there were a lot of whales to be seen! I must say that even with Molokini not completely living up to its reputation I had a good fun day. Time well-spent.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/21 |
Reviewed by: Vanessa Zhang
Totally exceed my expectation, fantastic! Good for take pictures and great for snorkel.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/17 |
Reviewed by: kaorin
I participated in January. There were many tour participants, so the snorkeling time was short, and my satisfaction level was low. I think my satisfaction would have been higher if there had been a bit more snorkeling time.
1月に参加しました。ツアー参加者が多かったのでシュノーケリングの時間が短く、満足度が低いです。もう少しシュノーケリングの時間があれば満足度が高くなったと思います。
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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: | 2015/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/12 |
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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Although the weather wasn't perfect, I'm really glad you enjoyed the tour. Thank you for sharing various experiences with us. Please come back to visit again! We look forward to seeing you.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。
お天気はパーフェクトとは行かなかったようですがツアーを楽しんで頂けて本当に良かったです。
また色々体験情報を共有して頂いてありがとうございました。
ぜひまた遊びに来てくださいね!!お待ちしてます。