Hawaii
We saw several amazing turtles and schools of fish. The crew was great - one member stayed by my son in the water until he was comfortable, and then dove down to get cool stuff off the sea floor to show him. The sailing portion was a blast. They let my son drive the boat which will be an awesome memory for him. I would definately do this again.
We participated as a family of four. Personally, I think the ocean at Waikiki Beach is not that great, so we joined this tour in search of a beautiful sea. Kailua Beach was also beautiful, but we walked with our daughter to the slightly farther Lanikai Beach. (You can easily make the round trip on foot, not just by bike.) Lanikai Beach felt a bit more beautiful than Kailua Beach, and the location was stunning and impressive. For lunch, we chose pizza. It was very delicious, and even the family members who had a poor appetite enjoyed it.
家族4人で参加しました。ワイキキのビーチの海が個人的にイマイチだと
思っているので、奇麗な海を求めて、このツアーに参加しました。
カイルアビーチも奇麗でしたが、少し離れたラニカイビーチにも娘と歩いて
行きました。(自転車でなくても徒歩で余裕で往復出来ます)
ラニカイビーチは、カイルアビーチより若干奇麗なのかなという感じですが
とてもロケーションも良く感動的でした。
昼食は、ピザを選択しました。とても美味しく、食欲不振だった家族も美味
しく食べていました。
First, we headed to the sandbar. Unfortunately, the weather was not great on the day we visited, and it was high tide, which made it feel a bit lacking. I think the view would be amazing on a clear day when a little bit of the beach is exposed above the water.
We played beach volleyball here (the ball was surprisingly heavy) and practiced snorkeling before enjoying hamburgers for lunch.
After that, we moved to a sea turtle spot for snorkeling. We were dropped off in a massive coral area that spanned several dozen meters wide. The entire area was filled with live coral, and there were plenty of fish to see. We even encountered sea turtles! However, I think you need to be careful when chasing the turtles because it suddenly gets deep as you go further out.
While encountering the sea turtles was a highlight, the sandbar, which is another main attraction, was a bit disappointing that day, so I would rate it a 4.
まずはサンドバーへ行きます。
私たちが訪れた日は、生憎の天気で、なおかつ満ち潮だったため、イマイチな感じでした。
カラっと晴れた日に、海上に砂浜が少し出てるぐらいだと、最高の景色になると思います。
ここでビーチバレーしたり(球がやたら重い)、シュノーケリングの練習をしたりして、昼食にハンバーガーを頂きます。
その後は、ウミガメスポットに移動してシュノーケリング。
横幅が数10mはある、巨大なサンゴの密集地帯で降ろされました。
一面生きたサンゴで、魚も見応えがあります。
ウミガメにも出会えましたよ!ただ、カメを追いかけて沖の方に行くと、いきなり深くなるので注意が必要だと思います。
ウミガメに出会えたのはポイントが高いですが、もう一つのウリであるサンドバーがこの日はもう一つだったので、評価4で。
I can hardly speak English, but I decided to join the tour anyway! It was an afternoon tour.
Keauhou Bay felt like a hidden gem and had a bit of a mystical vibe. The water was very clear, and there were plenty of fish, but I felt that the quantity and variety were not much different from Kahalu'u Beach Park. For those who are used to snorkeling, it might feel a bit lacking.
The staff were friendly and kind. Even though I didn't understand the language, I was able to enjoy myself and it became a wonderful memory.
Below, I will outline the flow of the day. For those who also struggle with English, I hope this helps!
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First, upon arriving on the Big Island, I had to make a reconfirmation call, which was the biggest hurdle. You can find detailed information about reconfirmation on the VELTRA website.
Since I didn’t have a rental car that day, I walked from the Sheraton Hotel to the meeting point. It took about 5 minutes on foot.
When I handed over the voucher at the reception, there was a quick explanation in English. Looking back, I think they mentioned that the snorkeling masks would be provided before boarding, and the fins would be handed out on the boat.
There was only one other group of Japanese people besides us, which was reassuring.
We had to wait quite a while until the morning tour's boat returned and the preparations were finished. It was hot outside.
After that, the rental of snorkeling masks began. At some point, they gathered people for the SNUBA activity and had them sign a consent form, but I wasn't sure if those were people who had pre-registered or if they were recruiting on the spot. Once the English explanation before boarding was done, we got on the boat.
The view from the second floor of the boat was great, but it seemed tough in the sunny spots. The ride took over 30 minutes.
Along the way, we encountered 4 to 5 dolphins! The people in the front seats seemed to see them well, but since we were in the middle of the second floor, we only caught a glimpse of their fins.
Near the counter on the first floor, there were snacks like water, tropical juice, and a mix of rice crackers and pretzels available for us to take freely. There were also restrooms.
The staff came around to distribute the fins. We had our own, so we didn’t borrow any, but the staff kindly asked us, “Do you have fins?” to check on us.
When we arrived at the snorkeling spot, we could also borrow floaties and other flotation devices, so those who are unsure about swimming can feel safe. The depth was completely beyond our feet.
In addition to snorkeling, we could enjoy diving from the boat and using a slide. I think we had about an hour of free time.
During the return trip, there was a fruit service as a signal to head back to the boat.
I didn’t see anyone giving tips, so I wasn’t sure when to give one. Those who were experienced might have discreetly tipped without others noticing.
That’s all.
I think you can have a great time even if you don’t understand English, as long as you can keep yourself safe! For those who are going soon, enjoy your trip!
英語はほぼしゃべれないのですが思い切って参加しました!午後のツアーです。
ケアウホウ湾は秘境の地という感じがしてちょっと神秘的でした☆
水の透明度が高く魚もたくさんいましたが、カハルウビーチパークと量も種類もそんなに変わりなかったように感じます。慣れてる人だと物足りないかも?
スタッフの方は気さくで親切でした。言葉がわからないなりに楽しめてとても良い思い出になりました。
下記、当日の流れを書きます。同じように英語が苦手な方、よかったら参考にしてください♪
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まずハワイ島に到着したらリコンファームという到着確認の電話をしなければならず、これが一番ハードル高かったです。
リコンファームについてはVELTRAさんのサイトに詳しく書いてあります。
当日はレンタカーではなかったのでシェラトンホテルから集合場所まで歩きました。
徒歩5分です。
受付でバウチャーを渡すと英語でさらさらっと説明がありました。
後から考えるとシュノーケルマスクは乗船前、フィンは船で渡しますと言っていたと思います。
日本人は私達以外に1組だけいらっしゃったので心強かったです。
午前のツアーの船が戻って来て船内の準備が終わるまでけっこう待ちました。外なので暑いです。
その後シュノーケルマスクの貸出が始まりました。
途中でスヌーバをやる人を集めて同意書を書かせたりしていたようですが、あらかじめ申し込んでいた人なのかその場で募ったのかなわかりませんでした。
英語による乗船前の説明が済んだら乗り込みです。
船は二階だと見晴らしがいいですが日が当たる場所はキツそうでした。乗船時間は30分以上はあります。
途中でイルカ4~5頭に会いました!前の席の方たちはしっかり見れていたようですが、二階の真ん中の席だった私達は背びれが見れたくらいです。
1階のカウンター付近に水とトロピカルジュース、おかきやプレッツェルが混ざったスナックが置いてあり自由に取りに行く感じでした。トイレもあります。
フィンはスタッフの方が配りに来てくれます。
私達は自分のがあったので借りませんでしたが、スタッフさんが代わる代わる「フィンはある?」と気遣ってくれました。
スポットに着いたら浮き輪や体に巻く浮き具も借りられますので泳ぎが不安な方も安心です。足は全くつかない深さです。
シュノーケル以外にも、船からのダイブや滑り台で楽しむことができます。
自由時間は1時間くらいだったと思います。
終了の合図で船に戻り帰路についている間、フルーツのサービスがありました。
チップは渡している人を見かけなかったためタイミングがわからず渡していません。
慣れている方々は他の人にわからないようにスマートに渡していたのかもしれません。
以上です。
英語がわからなくても自分で安全を守れれば十分楽しめると思います!
これから行かれる方、楽しんできてくださいね♪
It would have been "a once in a lifetime" opportunity in the Pacific ocean in Hawaii. Unfortunately the three of us anxiously awaiting our turn on the underwater scooters became seasick. Had we known the swells of the ocean, from tropical storm Darby, may have affected us negatively, maybe we could have prepared better. Perhaps somewhere in the confirmation the vendor could have mentioned motion sickness and recommended we take or put on something "just in case" we might be affected. My son made it into the scooter gear but came up because bubbles kept getting in his nose, eyes. Others on the boat did have a great time! We won't go again. We will snorkel next time. It just didn't work out for us.
If the weather had been nice, I would have been more impressed... Unfortunately, it was a bit lacking due to the rainy weather.
お天気が良ければ、もっと感動出来たのでしょうが・・・・
残念ながら、雨交じりの天候だったためいまひとつでした。
During the ceremony of setting sail on the boat, a pod of 20 to 30 dolphins came to join us, and we were able to swim with them. It's said that it's rare to encounter them this quickly. Lucky!!
It was an emotional first experience for me. I also got to see sea turtles swimming a few times. Since we met the dolphins early on, we had plenty of time left for marine sports, which made me very satisfied. The marine sports equipment is limited, so we took turns. The crew members were all cheerful and kind, making it the best experience. I definitely plan to participate again next time.
船に乗って出航の儀式?をしている最中に2~30頭のイルカの群れが来てくれて、一緒に泳げました。こんなに早くあえるのは滅多にないことらしいです。ラッキー!!
初めての体験で感動しました。ウミガメ教授も何度か泳いでいるのを見れました。早々にイルカ先生と会えたので、マリンスポーツの時間もたっぷり残り、大満足でした。マリンスポーツは機材の数がたくさんはないので、交代制です。クルーのメンバーも明るく親切な人ばかりなので、最高の体験でした。また次も絶対に参加すると思います。
ALOHA!! Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin University. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
Waking up early was tough, but it was an incredibly valuable experience. We successfully had a rendezvous with dolphins and showcased a jump right in front of my wife and daughter! Additionally, we encountered a sea turtle up close! It was a tour that made the whole family very happy.
朝早いのが大変だけど、非常に貴重な体験ができました。
無事にイルカともランデブーし、妻と娘の目の前でジャンプを披露!
さらに、ウミガメにも間近で遭遇!
家族全員大喜びのツアーでした。
The sandy beach was not visible. It was about knee-deep, I guess. If it gets any deeper, it might be tough for families with small children. The emerald green sandbar was beautiful. The clarity of the water for snorkeling and the lunch were quite disappointing, but the atmosphere was really enjoyable.
砂浜は出ていませんでした。膝下くらいでしょうか。
これ以上深くなると、小さな子供連れはキビシイかもしれません。
エメラルドグリーンのサンドバーは美しかった。
シュノーケリングの海の透明度、お昼ご飯はかなりイマイチでしたが、雰囲気は凄く楽しめます。
Fun short morning tour. Make sure to go first thing in the morning as other boats gather in the area, driving the honu away.
Check out the GoPro video footage here:
https://youtu.be/uyE0naXarSE
This would have been a great snorkel adventure if there weren't so many people on board. It was impossible to view turtles. We were told to stick together and when the crew member who was in the water with us alerted us about a sighting everyone would swim over towards the turtles and you would either get kicked or shoved aside. Finally my granddaughter and I gave up and swam back toward the catamaran and we saw plenty of fish. The lunch was a lot better than the catamaran snorkel sail I took her on last year while she was here visiting. But they had a lot fewer people and we were able to snorkel and see turtles without being run over.
Due to the weather conditions, it couldn't be helped, but it was very cold, and I was submerged in water up to my knees without being able to see the sandy beach, so I couldn't fully enjoy the angelic sea.
Also, even though I waited from early in the morning for the meeting time, they arrived over 30 minutes late without any particular apology. I understand that traffic can cause delays, but I had even called to confirm, so I was a bit disappointed with the response.
天候の関係もあるので仕方がないのですが、すごく寒くてかつ砂浜見えない膝まで水につかっていて、天使の海を満喫することは出来ませんでした。
また朝早くから集合時間に待っていたのに、30分以上遅れてこられて特にお詫びもなし。渋滞等で仕方がないと思いますが、こちらは電話までして確認しているのに対応が少し残念でした。
Hubbie and I experienced our 1st Hawaiian snorkel with this amazing team in Oct 2015, trip this Aug August we knew we had to stay with Dolphin Excursions...saw MORE THAN BEFORE! It was a Disney Movie...Finding Nemo in real life! SO GLAD TO HAVE USED DOLPHIN EXCURSIONS!!! No other company can give the same friendly, professional and helpful staff to make sure you WILL experience Spinner Dolphins and become almost a part of the Pod!
The staff were very accommodating, and I was able to see many dolphins swimming right nearby, which was incredibly moving! The staff's enthusiasm was high, and even the children who got seasick were very satisfied! I highly recommend this experience!
スタッフさんの対応もとても良く、沢山のイルカに会えたり、すぐ近くを泳いでくれたり、大感動の連続でした!スタッフさんのテンションも高く、船酔いする子どもたちも大満足でした!めちゃくちゃおすすめです!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. I'm glad to hear that your children were satisfied. Please do come back with your family again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 お子様方にもご満足いただけたようで何よりです。 また是非ご家族でいらしてくださいね! MAHALO!!
We participated in a BBQ lunch plan with my husband and our 9-year-old child. We chose this plan because we started the morning leisurely and spent a long time at the sandbar.
At the sandbar, the shallowest area was about knee-deep for adults, and in the deeper parts, we could just barely touch the bottom. The water was clear, the scenery was beautiful, and our child was thrilled. After practicing snorkeling at the sandbar, we had hamburgers, and the staff entertained us during the meal, making it fun even on the boat. We also got to see sea turtles!
The snorkeling in the coral area was breathtaking with the beautiful corals and fish. Our child, who was told not to damage the corals, was so amazed by the water's clarity that they said, "I'm scared I might kick the coral!" (laughs). We got so caught up in it that we ended up feeling quite cold (laughs). After snorkeling, we enjoyed warm drinks. The sea made us feel chilly, and the wind added to the cold. Also, the bus ride to and from the location was cold, so a bath towel and long sleeves are a must.
子供(9歳)と旦那、私の3人で、BBQランチ付きプランに参加しました。
朝ゆっくりめで、サンドバーにいる時間も長かったので、このプランを選択。
サンドバーは、一番浅いところで大人の膝くらい、深いところでぎりぎり足が着くくらいでしたが、水も綺麗で、景色が素晴らしく子供も大喜びでした。
サンドバーでシュノーケルの練習をしたあと、ハンバーガーを食べましたが、ご飯の時もスタッフさん達がいろいろ楽しませてくれて、船の中でも楽しかったです。
海亀にも会えました♪
珊瑚地帯のシュノーケルでは、珊瑚とお魚達がとても美しく感動しました。
珊瑚は傷つけないように!と教えられた子供は、あまりの海の透明度に「珊瑚を蹴りそうで怖い((゚Д゚ll))」と言うほどでした(笑)。
夢中になりすぎて、身体が冷え冷えに(笑)。シュノーケルの後は温かい飲み物をいただきました。
海で身体が冷え+風で寒く感じます。また、行き帰りのバスが寒いので、バスタオル+長袖必須です。
Avoid the parking nightmare and go as early in the morning as possible for best visibility and fewer crowds.
I chose the plan with snacks.
Although the morning is a bit early, I can return by lunchtime, so even if I get a little tired, I can rest at the hotel and then go out again or spend my time freely.
I checked the tide schedule in advance and chose the best day during my stay to book. I think the water came up to about my knees to my waist. The feeling of standing over the vast sea with land far away was a rare experience that I don't usually get.
The snorkeling was just the right length for beginners, moving straight while glancing at the coral and turning back at a certain point, making it a very simple course.
You don't need to worry about "breathing" like in swimming, but the water is deep enough that you can't touch the bottom (and touching the coral can cause injury), so if you tend to feel anxious about not being able to grab onto something in an emergency, it's better to stay close to the staff. The staff is attentive and will quickly provide flotation devices to help if anything happens.
It was my first time snorkeling, and although it was brief, seeing the fish swimming with my own eyes was another valuable experience.
Lastly, although it's labeled as a sandwich, it's a simple one with ham and cheese between slices of bread, so don't expect something like the large hamburgers you might find locally.
スナック付きプランを選択しました。
朝は少し早いですが、お昼には帰って来れるので、ちょっと疲れてもホテルで休憩して、また外に出たり自由に過ごせます。
潮の満ち引きは一応事前に調べて、滞在期間中で一番良い日を選んで申し込みました。
膝上~腰下くらいまで水が来ていたと思います。
陸が遠くに見え、広い海の上に立っている感覚は普段得られない貴重な体験でした。
シュノーケリングは初めての人にちょうどよい短さで、珊瑚を横目に見ながらまっすぐに進み、ある地点で折り返す、といった至極単純コースになります。
水泳で言うところの、「息継ぎ」はしなくて良いのですが、足が着かないくらい深い(+珊瑚に触れるとケガする)ので、いざという時どこかにつかまったり出来ないことにすぐ不安を覚える人は、スタッフさんの側に居た方が安心です。
スタッフさんもよく見ているので、何かあったらすぐ浮く道具を寄越して助けてくれます。
シュノーケリングは初めてで、自分の目で魚たちが泳いでいるのを見れるのは、短い間でしたが、これまた貴重な体験でした。
最後に。サンドイッチと書かれていますが、食パンにハムとチーズを挟んだ程度の簡素なものなので、(現地の大きなハンバーガーのようなイメージとか)期待はしないように。
The crew of knowledgable marine biologist/safety made swimming with out a shark cage very do-able! I would absolutely do it again! It was less scary than sky diving!
We had a wonderful time on the morning snorkel /sail with Holo Holo. They are a great company--we've done this trip 3 times before with different operators, and they were great! I strongly suggest that you take Dramamine before sailing, and also take some with you. Several people got sea sick--the crew is amazing and very kind with those who are queasy. None of our family got sick--4 adults and 3 children, but we all took the motion sickness pills before embarking. The food for breakfast and lunch was plentiful and good--the drinks were flowing freely, and the crew was solicitous to every whim! They were really great with watching for safety in every way. The Na Pali Coast was breathtakingly beautiful (and I've seen it 4 times before--it never gets old!) Our captain took us very close, while crew gave us background history and information that was perfect in keeping us entertained. All in all a perfect day in every way! Thanks to Captain and Crew for making our family trip a big hit!!
You've left us with all the feels! Thank you so much for choosing to join us here at Holo Holo Charters and for your unforgettable review! We couldn't be happier knowing how much you enjoyed it! Mahalo and Aloha
The sandbar has clear water and no waves, making it enjoyable for couples and families with children. We were advised to snorkel barefoot (probably because flip-flops would come off), and while swimming over the coral, we got a bit cut on our feet due to the crowded area. I recommend wearing marine shoes if possible. Since this is overseas, it's at your own risk. The round-trip bus to the sandbar can be cold, so I suggest bringing a long-sleeved jacket and a bath towel since you'll be returning wet. You can see fish and turtles up close, which is a lot of fun. The female staff were very cheerful and hardworking, making the experience enjoyable. The local staff were also bright and friendly. I think it's a great place for children, adults, individuals, couples, and families to enjoy.
サンドバーは水もきれいで波もなくカップル、子供連れでも楽しめます。
素足でシュノーケリングをするように言われ(ビーチサンダルだと脱げてしまうからだと思います。)サンゴの上を泳いで私たちは前がつまっていてサンゴで足を少し切ってしまいました。
出来たらマリンシューズの着用をお勧めします。
海外なので自己責任です。
サンドバーまでの往復のバスが寒いので長袖の上着、濡れたまま帰るのでバスタオルをお持ちすることをお勧めします。
魚や亀が身近に見られ楽しめます。スタッフの女性がすごく明るく一生懸命なので大変楽しかったです。
現地人スタッフも明るく良しです。
子供から大人、個人、カップル、家族で楽しめると思います。
I was able to enjoy the cruise comfortably because I took motion sickness medication. However, I fell while trying to take a picture at the best spot on the Napali Coast due to the rough waves, and I scraped my right knee. The crew provided proper treatment and wrapped it with a bandage. However, since I couldn't speak English, the crew spent most of the time talking to Western girls and mostly ignored the Japanese guests. I believe it would be a wonderful tour if one could speak English.
酔い止めを飲んでいたら快適に航海できました。しかし激しく揺れてナパリコーストの最高の場所で写真を撮ろうとして転倒し、右手膝に擦り傷を負いました。しかしクルーが適切に処置して包帯で巻いてくれました。しかし英語ができないためクルーは欧米のギャルと始終話しっぱなしで日本人はほとんど無視の状態でした。しかし英語ができるなら素晴らしいツアーになると思います。
私たちはあなたをお迎えできたことをとても嬉しく思っており、改善できる点についての率直なコメントと、それが全体的な体験にどのように影響したかについて感謝いたします。将来またお会いできることを願っており、すべての期待を超えることができるよう努めます!またお会いするまで…マハロとアロハ。
We are so glad to have had you aboard and want to thank you for your honest comments on what you feel can be improved upon and how it impacted your overall experience. We hope to see you in the future and exceed all expectations! Until we meet again... Mahalo and Aloha
The weather was nice and we were fortunate. The scenery was very beautiful, and the food was delicious. I would like to participate again when I go to Hawaii.
天気は良くてめぐまれました。景色はとてもよく、食事もおいしかったです。
また、ハワイに行った際は、参加したいと思ってます
I have some experience with snorkeling in Hawaii, but this time I wanted to try going to the sandbar that often appears on TV, so I made a reservation. Since there were no morning slots available, I opted for the afternoon, but unfortunately, due to high tide, the water was up to my waist at my height. In deeper areas, I couldn't touch the bottom, so I had to wear a life jacket, but the sea was very beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles quite closely. After that, we moved to a deeper area for snorkeling. Those who didn't want to snorkel stayed on the boat, but it didn't seem like they were bored, as it was interesting to watch. Compared to the tours I've participated in before, snorkeling wasn't the main focus, so I felt a bit unsatisfied, but the staff's explanations were clear, and it was evident that they were attentive to safety. As for food, shortly after boarding the boat, we were served freshly made malasadas, and the barbecue lunch was a buffet with salad, several types of meat, pineapple, rice, and chili beans. The meat and pineapple were especially delicious, and I ate a lot. Overall, the atmosphere was very Hawaiian and lively, and as older participants, we felt a bit out of place, but the guide mentioned that their children were already grown, which made me realize that age doesn't really matter. The boat didn't rock much, so I recommend this for those who want to relax in the sea but also want a bit of activity.
ハワイでシュノーケリングは何回か経験があるのですが、今回はTVによく出ている海の中のサンドバーに行ってみたいと思い、申し込みました。午前中はもう予約が空いてなかったので午後にしたのですが、残念ながら満潮で深さは小さい私の身長では腰のあたりまでありました。深い所では足がつかないので救命胴衣を着けながらでしたが、海はとてもきれいでウミガメもかなり間近で見られました。その後深めの所へ移動してシュノーケリングをしました。しない人は船に残っていましたが、そんなに長い時間ではなく見てるのも面白かったみたいで退屈ではなさそうでした。今まで参加してきたツアーに比べるとシュノーケリングはメインではないので少し物足りなかったですが、スタッフの方々の説明はわかりやすく安全にも配慮していることがうかがわれました。食べ物は船に乗ると間もなく出来立てのマラサダが配られていただけるのと、バーベキューランチはサラダ、お肉が数種類、パイナップル、ごはん、チリビーンズなどのブフェで、お肉とパイナップルが特においしくてたくさん食べました。全体的にハワイらしく盛り上げる雰囲気で年齢の少し行っている私たちはちょっと気おくれしていましたが、ガイドさんもお子さんがもう大きいという話だったので、年齢は関係ないんだなと感心しました。船もあまり揺れないので、のんびり海に入りたいけどちょっとアクティブにもしたい、という方にお勧めです。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. This tour is enjoyed by customers ranging from babies to those in their 90s. You were able to see sea turtles multiple times, right? They must have brought happiness to you! Please come back to visit us again. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございます。
このツアーはベイビーから上は90代のお客様迄楽しんで頂いてます。
ウミガメに何回も会えたんですね。きっとにょろろ様にHappyを運んで来てくれたのでは?
また遊びに来て下さいね。マハロ〜!
On the way to our destination, we encountered a pod of dolphins. They swam together as if leading the boat, and the captain kindly slowed down. We took turns standing at the bow, and the photos turned out great! My daughter was thrilled by the breathtaking views of the Na Pali Coast. On the way back, they stayed out until the sunset, going over the scheduled time as a special treat. The staff was amazing too!
目的地に向かう途中で、イルカの群れに遭遇。
まるで船を先導するように集団で泳いでおり、キャプテンが気を利かせてスローダウン。
交替で船首に立ち、写真もバッチリ!
ナパリコーストの大迫力に、娘も大満足。
帰りは夕日が落ちるまで粘ってくれ、予定時間をオーバーしての大サービス。
スタッフも最高でした!
あなたの旅行を楽しんでいただけたことを聞けて素晴らしいです。私たちと一緒に水上に出ていただき、ありがとうございます!あなたがどれほど大切にされていると感じたか、そして私たちのスタッフをどれほど楽しんでいただけたかを知り、とても嬉しく思います。またお会いできることを願っています!マハロとアロハ。
It is wonderful hearing how much you enjoyed your trip, and we'd like to thank you for joining us out on the water! We are elated to know how well taken care of you felt, and how much you enjoyed our staff. We hope to see you again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
Rough ride to Lanai island but over all is a great experience, we'll do it again.
I think it would have been amazing... but will not know as we were not able to attend. I need to find a phone number to call to request a refund as I paid a lot of money for 6 of us.
Warm Aloha Rosemary,
Since your reservation was already rescheduled once and with the no show after being rescheduled, a full refund for the missed activity unfortunately would not be possible. Should you wish to contact us, our toll free number is 1-877-877-1222 (8:00 a.m.~6:00 p.m. HST).
Mahalo Nui Loa,
VELTRA Customer Support
Excellent tour!!!! The staffs were very helpful and kind. Everything just went well, include the cruise, the snorkeling time and the BBQ. We had everything on time and got everything we needed. Kealakelua Bay was such a fantastic place!!!! I would never forget this trip and recommended everyone to Hawaii to come here!
We participated as a family of three, including my fifth-grade son. It was his first time snorkeling, and he was a bit nervous, but the female guide called the day before to confirm and explained how to use the equipment in a way that was easy for children to understand, so we were able to participate with peace of mind. She held my son's hand while swimming the whole time. There was a line to watch the video before entering the ocean, but we didn't have to wait. The trolley that went back and forth on the slope was also convenient.
On the day, I borrowed a wetsuit and swam, which helped with the temperature difference and prevented sunburn. The last time I swam without a guide, I had a terrible sunburn on my back... Unfortunately, we didn't see any turtles, but the guide worked hard to find them, and we saw more types of fish than when I went individually before, so I was satisfied. My son seemed to have a lot of fun and said it felt like he was inside a fish tank! He was happy and said he wanted to participate again. Thank you very much!
The dining information about Hawaii you provided on the way back was also helpful.
小5の息子も一緒の家族3人で参加しました。子供はシュノーケリングが初めてで少し緊張していましたが、ガイドの女性が前日に確認の電話を入れてくれたり、当日子供にもわかりやすい言葉で道具の使い方を説明してくださったので、安心して参加出来ました。子供とずっと手をつないで泳いでくださいました。海に入る前に見る映像で行列が出来ていましたが、私達は並ぶ必要がなかったです。坂を往復するトロリーも楽でした。
当日急遽ウエットスーツを借りて泳いだのですが、おかげで水温の差も日焼けもなくて良かったです。以前ガイドなしで泳いだ時は、背中の日焼けが大変でしたので‥。残念ながら亀は見れなかったのですが、ガイドの女性が一生懸命探してくれましたし、以前個人で行った時より多い種類の魚が見られましたから、満足です。子供はとても楽しかったらしく、水槽の中に入ったみたいだった!また参加したいと喜んでいました。ありがとうございました♫
帰りに教えていただいたハワイの食事情報もためになりました(^^)
Thank you for participating with your whole family! I'm glad to hear that you all enjoyed your first snorkeling experience. Hanauma Bay is truly a beautiful ocean where you can swim with a variety of fish. Please come back to see the fish of Hanauma again. I hope to show you the Honu next time. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
ご家族皆様でのご参加、ありがとうございます!初めてのシュノーケリングをとても楽しんでいただけたようで私も嬉しいです。ハナウマ湾は本当に多くの種類のお魚達と一緒に泳げる綺麗な海です。また是非ハナウマのお魚達に会いに来てくださいね。次回はHonuをお見せできればと思っています。ありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
The boat was incredibly fast, bouncing around fiercely, and it was a lot of fun! The kids were scared at first, but it seems they gradually started to enjoy it. Thank you!
ボートはすごいスピードで、バウンドも、激しく、楽しかったです!
子供たちも最初は怖かってましたが、だんだん楽しくなってきたみたいです。
ありがとうございます。
Fantastic day out with an amazingly fun and thoughtful crew. Beautiful scenery. Great burgers. Ocean fab. Guitar playing set the scene perfectly. Do yourself a favour and Get out for this great day, safe even if you are not a swimmer.