All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Unfortunately, the snorkeling spots are not close to the rocky areas, and there are only a limited number of fish. Those who have experienced snorkeling in places like Okinawa are likely to be disappointed. The view of the island from the boat along the way is not bad.

残念ながらシュノーケルのポイントは岩場には近ずけなく、かぎられた魚しかいない。沖縄などで経験した人はガッカリしてる。途中のボートから島の眺めは悪くない

The day we went, unfortunately, the sky was cloudy and the color of the sea wasn't great, but it gradually cleared up while we were snorkeling. A turtle also came by, which made us very happy. The crew members were all friendly and fun people. Next time, I want to try again on a nice sunny day.

私たちが行った日は、あいにくの曇り空で海の色はイマイチでしたが、シュノーケリングをした時にはだんだん晴れてきました。カメさんも寄ってきてくれて、大満足です。クルーさん達も皆さんが気さくで楽しい人たちばかりでした。今度はまた、天気の良い日に挑戦してみたいです。

I attended alone because my daughter is pregnant. The weather was cloudy, and unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar as shown in the photos, but we enjoyed snorkeling and had a great time. I recommend bringing something to wear because it gets cold when you get back on the boat.

娘が妊娠中のため、一人で参加させていただきました。
天気が曇りで、残念ながら写真のようなサンドバーは見れませんでしたが、シュノーケリングをしたり、楽しみました。
船に上がった際はさむくなるので、羽織るものを持っていくことをお勧めします。

The sandbar was incredibly beautiful. The white sand stretched on endlessly, and the water was only knee-deep, making it very comfortable. Initially, it felt like we could do anything, like banana boating or beach volleyball, but in the end, only a few people played beach volleyball. The hamburgers for lunch were freshly grilled on the spot, so they were delicious. We moved on to the next spot, but I wasn't able to see any sea turtles. Instead, I saw other beautiful tropical fish. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit unstable, and the water was slightly murky, which made me too scared to dive.

サンドバーはすごく綺麗でした。
白い砂がずーっと続いていて海水も膝ぐらいしかなくとても快適でした。最初の説明ではバナナボートやビーチバレー何でもどうぞという感じでしたが結果ビーチバレーを一部の方だけでしていました。
お昼のハンバーガーはその場で焼いて作ってくれましたので美味しかったです。
次のポイントに行きましたが私はウミガメは見れませんでした。その代わり他の熱帯魚のような綺麗な魚が見れました。ちょっと天候も安定してなかったせいか海も少しにごっていて潜るのが怖くて潜れなかったのが、残念です。

Early start was well worth the effort,checked in at Port Allen at 06:20. we then boarded an were given a safety lecture an an explanation of what to expect during the trip.Breakfast and lunch onboard wer both excellent. The scenery up the Napali coats was truly breathtaking the comentary by the skipper was very informative,the crew were all very helpfull for the duration of the tour. On the whole a truly recomendable excursion. Five Stars .

Capt Wendell, Rich, Kama and Shak'd were amazing! The waters were "exciting" returning from Niihau, but Capt Wendell and crew didn't miss a beat! They took great care of me personally while on the tour, cannot thank them enough for that and a great day for my family!

In June, my husband and I participated in this event. The weather that day was clear, and the wind was calm, making for perfect conditions.

We were staying at Embassy Suites and gathered at the Sheraton parking lot at 6:05 AM. Since it was quite early, I recommend securing breakfast the day before and having it in your room. On this day, participants from Dolphin University and Dolphin Middle School shared a large bus. During the ride, there were discussions about dolphin ecology and snorkeling instructions. I recommend staying awake to listen, as there were many interesting and important topics. For a brief moment, we even saw the tree used in the "This Tree, What Tree" commercial from the bus.

After about an hour, we arrived at the port, where those interested could rent wetsuits for $10. Most participants rented them that day. The boat we took from Dolphin Middle School was an open speedboat, and it was quite windy on board, so renting was definitely the right choice. After using the restroom, we finally boarded the boat. We took off our shoes and sat on the edge of the boat. Our belongings were secured in the middle of the boat, tied with ropes to keep them afloat. Since there was no cover, I think it's better to have a bag that closes securely.

That day, we were lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins less than ten minutes after departure. At the captain's signal, everyone jumped into the sea together. Since we were wearing life jackets, there was no fear of drowning. I was truly moved by the sight of dolphins gracefully swimming directly below us. After getting back on the boat, we moved to a spot where we could swim with sea turtles. At this point, a few people were feeling seasick, so I think it's essential for those who are prone to motion sickness to take medication beforehand. My husband usually gets very seasick, but thankfully, he didn't feel ill this time, possibly due to the medication. The water was very clear, and there were many sea turtles, allowing us to swim close to them multiple times. We also saw many beautiful tropical fish, making it the most stunning snorkeling experience I've had.

After returning to land, there was an explanation about purchasing photos. A dedicated photographer accompanied us throughout the tour and took over 500 pictures that day. Downloading the photos costs $50, but they were truly professional and captured beautiful images, including underwater shots, so I was glad I purchased them. For those who may not have internet access, it seems you can also buy a USB for $55.

Among the tour participants were a grandmother in her 70s and elementary school students, both of whom seemed quite anxious at first but ended up having a great time. Even if you're not a strong swimmer, the instructors provide excellent support. Regardless of age or experience, you can truly enjoy the beautiful waters of Hawaii, so I highly recommend this experience.

6月に夫と二人で参加しました。この日の天気は快晴、風も落ち着いていて最高のコンディションでした。

エンバシースイーツに泊まっていた私たちは、6時5分にシェラトンの駐車場に集合です。かなり朝早いので、朝食は前日のうちに確保し部屋で済ませてから来たほうが良いと思います。この日は、大型のバスにイルカ大学とイルカ中学の参加者が混乗する形でした。バスの中では、イルカの生態のお話や、シュノーケリングのインストラクションなどがありました。かなり面白い話や大事な話が聞けるので眠らず頑張って起きていることをお勧めします。一瞬ですが車中から、「この木なんの木」のＣＭに使われている木も見れました。

約1時間で港へ到着し、希望者は10ドルでウエットスーツを借りることができます。この日はほとんどの参加者が借りていました。イルカ中学で乗るボートは屋根のないスピードボートで、船上はかなり風を強く感じるので、借りて正解でした。トイレを済まし、いよいよ船に乗り込みます。靴は脱いで、ボートの淵へ腰かけます。荷物は船の真ん中にあるバーに、ロープにくくりつけて宙に浮かせた状態にします。特にカバーなどはしないため、ふたがしまる袋のほうが良いと思います。

この日は運よく出港から10分弱で、イルカの群れに遭遇できました。キャプテンの合図でみんなで一斉に海へ飛び込みます。救命胴衣を着けているので溺れる不安はありません。海の中で真下を優雅に泳ぐイルカの姿に本当に感動しました。再びボートへ乗り込み、次はウミガメと泳げるスポットへ移動します。この時点で数名船酔いしている方がいて、乗り物に弱い人は事前に酔い止め必須だと思いました。夫も普段は非常に乗り物に弱いタイプなのですが、薬が効いたのか酔わずにほっとしました。こちらも海の透明度が高くウミガメが多くいて、何度も間近に泳ぐことができました。きれいな熱帯魚もたくさん見れて、いままでシュノーケルした海の中で一番きれいでした。

陸へ戻った後は写真購入について説明があります。ツアー中ずっと専属のカメラマンがついていて下さり、この日は500枚以上撮影してくれました。ダウンロードには50ドルかかりますが、さすがプロフェッショナル、水中も含め非常に美しい写真を撮ってもらえるので私は購入してよかったです。インターネット環境があまりない人は、55ドルでＵＳＢ入りを購入することもできるようです。

ツアー参加者の中には70代のおばあちゃんや小学生もいて、二人とも初めはかなり不安だったようですが最後はとても楽しんでいました。泳ぎが苦手でもインストラクターの方が手厚くフォローしてくれます。年齢経験問わずハワイの美しい海を堪能できるので、本当にお勧めです。

I practiced snorkeling and took photos at the sandbar, ate a hamburger, and went turtle watching, then snorkeled around the coral. There were many turtles at my feet! It was fun!

サンドバーでシュノーケルの練習や写真撮影などし、ハンバーガー食べてウミガメウォッチングした後サンゴの周りでシュノーケル^_^
足元にウミガメが沢山いました！
楽しかったです！

On the way to Napali, wild dolphins swam alongside our boat, and on the uninhabited island, there were seals napping. We enjoyed not only the breathtaking scenery but also a variety of experiences.

On the return from Niihau Island, it felt like a roller coaster the whole time. The boat was rocking quite a bit, and many people started to feel sick, but the crew's response was incredibly quick and precise, which was impressive! They communicated with us in various ways, and I thought that if I could speak more English, it would have been even more fun!

ナパリに着く間に野生のイルカが船と一緒泳いでくれたり、無人島にはアザラシ?がお昼寝してたり、とにかく絶景だけでなく色々楽しめました。
ニイハウ島からの帰りはずっとジェットコースター状態。かなり船が揺れて具合が悪くなる人続出でしたが、クルーの方の対応がとにかく素早く的確で感動しました！色々コミュニケーションもとってくれて、英語がもっと話せたら、きっともっともっと楽しかっただろうなと思いました！

I participated in a dolphin tour for the first time! During my stay in Hawaii, I joined various optional tours, but meeting the creatures of nature was truly precious and became my best memory.

On the day of the tour, I rubbed my sleepy eyes as I headed to the pickup bus early in the morning. It seemed to be a popular tour, as there were many people on board. The guide greeted us with high energy from the start! Wearing a wetsuit for snorkeling ($10) was optional, but it was recommended for warmth, and they were absolutely right. After snorkeling, my body got colder than I expected, so renting one is essential. If you don’t have cash on hand, you’ll need to go to the office later to pay, so it’s better to bring some cash with you.

Before joining the tour, I was worried about not seeing any dolphins, but in reality, I was able to see many dolphins! They were swimming in groups of 10 to 20, and some were playing on the surface in groups of three or four. I was able to capture great footage with the video camera I bought for this day!

After that, we moved to the snorkeling point. I was lucky enough to see many fish and even a sea turtle! It came up to the surface to take a breath, and it was so cute! My husband and I had an exciting day together! Such experiences are rare and will become wonderful memories. I would love to participate again! Thank you for the fun time.

初めてイルカツアーに参加しました！
ハワイ滞在中はいろんなオプショナルツアーに参加しましたが、やはり自然の生き物たちに会えるというのはとても貴重で一番の思い出になりました。

当日は朝早いので眠い目をこすりながらお迎えのバスへ。人気のツアーなのかたくさんの人が乗っていました。朝からガイドさんがテンション高く挨拶してくれます(^^)シュノーケル時のウェットスーツ（１０＄）の着用は任意ですが防寒にもなるので着たほうがいいですよ〜と説明がありましたがまさにその通り。シュノーケル後は思った以上に体が冷えるのでレンタル必須です。持ち合わせがないと後ほどオフィスに出向いて支払わないといけないようなのでいくらかの現金は持っていった方が良いですね。

ツアーに参加するまではイルカが見れなかったらどうしよう？と心配していましたが、実際はたくさんのイルカに会うことができました！！１０〜２０頭の群れで泳いでいたり、３，４頭で水面で遊んでいたり様々です。この日の為に買ったビデオカメラでもバッチリ撮れました♪

その後移動しシュノーケルポイントへ。たくさんのお魚、そしてウミガメにも運良く会うことができました！！水面に上がってきて息継ぎをしに来ていましたがその姿がとってもかわいい(^^)旦那さんと２人で大興奮の１日でした！こんな経験なかなか無いですし素敵な思い出になります。また参加したいぐらいです！楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
 

Very tour to do!
There was not too much people on zodiac (9 + our guides).
Thank you very much Chris, Devante and Jennifer! It has been a pleasure to do this activity with you!

I honestly highly recommend it. I want to participate again!

As soon as we were picked up, we were greeted by energetic staff, which felt great. On the bus to the site, there was very clear explanation, making us fully prepared for participation (like how to interact with wild dolphins and sea turtles). At the end, we were advised to rent wetsuits. Even though it was said to be warm, the seawater looked cold, so we rented them (at $10 each), and it turned out to be a great decision.

As soon as we arrived at the port, we boarded the boat and started preparing, and the dolphin search began right away. Sometimes they find dolphins within five minutes, but we took about 30 minutes to reach the North Shore without spotting any. The wind was really strong, so please make sure to bring something to wear over your clothes. A bath towel won't be warm enough. When a pod of dolphins is spotted, the instructor will tell you to get ready to jump in, so please head to the back entry point as much as possible. And try to stay close to the instructor! If you can keep up, there's a high chance you'll swim with the dolphins. My husband and I were able to swim close enough to touch them (but definitely don't touch!). It was truly a precious experience. Also, being able to canoe while enjoying the magnificent nature of the North Shore was fantastic. The canoeing time was a bit short, but it was really great. I highly recommend canoeing! Along the way, a sea turtle popped its head up, making for a very fulfilling tour.

正直な感想は本当にオススメです。もう一度参加したい！

ピックアップしてもらいすぐに元気のいいスタッフの挨拶があり気持ち良かったです。
現場までのバスの中ではとてもわかりやすい説明があり参加する準備は万端になります。
（野生のイルカやウミガメの接し方など）
最後にウェットスーツのレンタルを勧められます。いくら暖かいと言っても海水は冷たそうだったので私達は借りましたが（一着１０ドル）結果的に借りて本当に正解でした。
港に到着してすぐに船に乗り込み着々と準備をして早速イルカ探しが始まります。早い時は開始５分で見つかるみたいですが、私達はなかなか見つからずノースショアの方まで３０分くらい進みました。風がすごい強いので絶対に羽織るものを持っててください。バスタオルじゃ寒いですよ。イルカの群れを見つけるとインストラクターが飛び込む準備を！と言われるのでなるべく後ろの飛び込み口に行ってください。そしてなるべくインストラクターの近くに！ついていければ高確率でイルカと泳げると思います。私たち夫婦は触れるぐらい近くで（触っちゃ絶対ダメ）イルカと泳ぐことができました。本当に貴重な体験でした。またノースショアの壮大な自然を見ながらのカヌーができたことも最高でした。ちょっとカヌーの時間が短かったですが本当に良かったです。カヌーオススメです！途中ウミガメが顔を出してくれてとても充実したツアーでした。

sent 1 guest on this and he said the right package for someone who wanted to do a snorkel package and at a great location and with safety in a film and guides to assist the least experienced persons and You do not have to be a swimmer to do this and will see Great sights in water within your comfort zone of a few feet. Highly recommend.

I was worried about the bad weather at departure, but when we arrived at the sandbar, the weather was refreshing! The water was up to my waist, but I was very satisfied with the beautiful sea. If I could wish for anything, it would be for a longer snorkeling time.

出発時天気が悪く心配でしたが、サンドバーへ着けば清々しい天気に！
海面は腰位までありましたが、綺麗な海に大満足です。
欲を言えばもう少しシュノーケルの時間が長ければ良かったです。

First time to Hawaii I picked this tour. What an awesome experience. Friendly staff and pickup/drop off made it easy. Will do it again with the family.

We participated as a couple because we could see dolphins up close. It was very early in the morning, but our guide, Julie, was so entertaining that we didn't feel sleepy on the bus and had a great time. It was June, but the temperature was low, so everyone borrowed wetsuits (for $10). Also, some people felt sick on the boat, so motion sickness medication is a must!!

As soon as we got on the boat, we could see many dolphins jumping. At the same time, everyone jumped into the sea! During the first swim with the dolphins, those who were unsure of their swimming abilities were allowed to go in first. Because I was nervous about swimming, I was able to go in first and see the dolphins up close!! During the second swim, I couldn't get to the front and was at the back, so I couldn't see the dolphins at all. I'm glad I got to see them during the first swim. If you're slow at swimming or at the back, you won't see the dolphins at all.

What got me even more excited than the dolphins was snorkeling. I was truly moved to see various kinds of fish up close. The cheeseburger and snacks we had for lunch tasted ordinary, but they felt really delicious because we were tired, haha.

The staff were kind and many of them were fun. However, since there were 17 groups, I thought it might have been a bit too crowded. The hula dance was fun, but from the back, it was hard to see what was being danced because there were too many people. I also couldn't see the turtles very well. However, swimming with dolphins and snorkeling are experiences you don't get often, so I think it's worth participating at least once!

イルカが間近で見れるということで、夫婦で参加しました。
朝はとても早かったですが、担当のジュリーさんの話が面白くて、バスの中も眠くならず、楽しく過ごせました。
6月でしたが気温が低くて、みんなウエットスーツを借りてました。（10ドル）
あと、船に乗って気分が悪くなっている人もいたので酔い止めは必須です！！

船に乗ったあとすぐに、たくさんのイルカがジャンプしているのが見えました。それと同時に、みんなで海へジャンプ！
一回目のイルカと泳ぐ際、運動神経が不安な人は初めに入らせてくれました。泳ぎが不安な為初めに入らせてもらえ、イルカも間近で見ることができました！！
二回目のイルカと泳ぐ際は、前の方に行けず後ろにいた為、イルカは全く見えなかったので、一回目で初めに見せてもらえてよかったです。泳ぎが遅かったり、後ろの方にいるとイルカは全然見えません。

イルカ以上にテンションが上がったのが、シュノーケルです。いろんな種類のお魚が間近で見れて、本当に感動しました。
お昼に食べたチーズバーガーとスナックは、普通の味ですが疲れてるのもありとても美味しく感じました笑

スタッフの人も優しくて、楽しい方が多かったです。しかし17組もいた為、少し人数が多すぎかな？と思いました。
フラダンスも、楽しかったのですが後ろの方だと人数が多すぎて、何を踊ってるのかがよく見えませんでした。カメもあまり見えなかったです。
ただ、シュノーケルやイルカと泳ぐのはなかなかない機会なので、一度は参加したほうがいいと思います！

It's best to buy food in advance since mornings are early. I've heard that being hungry can make you more prone to seasickness.

During the bus ride, we received explanations, and as soon as we arrived at the port, we headed out to sea. According to the guide, if we depart late, we might have to wait if other tours are ahead, which reduces our chances to try again and meet dolphins. In that regard, Dolphin Academy has an advantage because of its smaller group size, allowing for quicker departures compared to the university. On the other hand, families can relax more, so the university is recommended for them.

The weather was clear, and although it was May, we didn't wear wetsuits and it wasn't particularly cold. Not everyone borrowed one this time, but it seemed to be fine. However, it can get chilly when the wind hits you after getting wet, so I recommend having a bag ready with a bath towel and a jacket.

Due to rain the previous night, the water clarity was a bit low, but we were able to see dolphins. About 5-6 dolphins swam about 10 meters away from us. I brought a camera, but it was quite difficult to get good shots. Fortunately, a professional photographer was there, and you can get photos for about $50. In my excitement of seeing the dolphins, I accidentally dropped my wedding ring, and if the photographer hadn't picked it up, it would have been a disaster, so I recommend removing rings and such in advance.

After the dolphins, we moved to a shallow area where we could see turtles and fish. Those who are confident in swimming can remove their life jackets here. Turtles only come up to the surface when they breathe, but we were lucky to see them up close several times that day.

After taking a break, they provided soup, something like a Snickers, and pineapple. The pineapple was especially sweet and delicious, so I recommend it.

Even though it's called snorkeling, you don't need to dive; basically, you just float, so even beginners need not worry. One thing to note is that there are no changing rooms, so it's advisable to bring clothes and pants that you don't mind getting wet.

Overall, it was great to see both dolphins and turtles, and since it ended in the morning, we had the afternoon free for shopping or other activities. Having a Japanese guide made it very reassuring, even for those who don't speak English. Thank you very much.

朝が早いので、ご飯はあらかじめ買っておくのがベスト。空腹だと船酔いしやすくなるそうです。

バスの移動中に説明をされて、港に着いたらすぐに海に出ました。
ガイドさん曰く、出発が遅くなると他のツアーが先にいた場合待っていなくてはいけなかったりして時間を取られる分トライ回数が減ってその分イルカに出会える可能性が減るとのことでした。その点で、イルカ中学は人数が少なくさっと出られるので大学より有利とおっしゃっていました。逆に家族ずれはのんびりできるから大学の方がオススメと言っていました。

天気は快晴だったので５月でしたがウェットスーツは着用しませんでしたが特に寒いこともありませんでした。今回は参加者全員借りていませんでしたが特に問題なかったようです。
ただ、濡れた後に風が当たると寒いので、バスタオルと上着はすぐに出せるかばんを用意することをお勧めします。
昨晩雨が降ったせいで透明度は少し低かったですが、無事イルカを見ることができました。大体5-6匹で10m先を泳いでいました。ただしカメラはもっていきましたが、きれいに映すのはかなりむずかしいです。そこについてはプロのカメラマンがついてくれるので、写真自体は50＄ほどでもらうことが可能です。
イルカを見れた興奮のあまり、気づかない間に結婚指輪を落としてしまいカメラマンさんが拾ってくれなかったら大変なことになっていたので、指輪等はあらかじめ外しておくことをお勧めします。

イルカの後は少し浅瀬に移動してカメやさかなをみられました。こちらは泳ぎに自信がある人はライフジャケットを外してもよいとのことでした。
カメは息を吸うときしか水面に上がってきませんが、この日は運よく何回も間近でカメを見ることができました。

一息ついたところでスープとスニッカーズ的な奴とパイナップルを配ってくれます。特にパイナップルは甘くておいしいのでおすすめ。

シュノーケリングと言っても、潜水などは必要なく基本的に浮いているだけなので未経験者も心配ないです。
注意点としては、更衣室等はないので濡れてもいい上着とパンツを持ってきておくことをおすすめします。

総評としてはイルカもカメも見れて、午前中で終わるので午後は買い物など違うことができるし、日本ガイドなので英語ができなくても安心で非常に良かったです。
ありがとうございました。

We were delighted with this activity.

Nick the Captain and his 2 crew were excellent hosts, safety conscious and went out of their way to make the cruise enjoyable for the 2 couples on board. Normally there would be a few more people on the cruise but we lucked it that day

The cruise consists of a 15-20 minute cruise in a catamaran to an area well off Waikiki Beach known as a spot where Turtles come to have parasites removed by fish.

We then went snorkeling (flotation vests supplied and mandatory to use). One of the 3 crew on board was in the water acting as a guide and safety person. He quickly located some turtles and directed us to them. We saw numerous turtles, some small, some larger in the water below us and on the surface.

After the snorkeling we had the supplied lunch, basic but adequate although the bread rolls were a bit stale. Free soft drinks and 2 free alcoholic drinks if you wanted them included.

Then the crew set the sails and we cruised around up towards Diamond Head before heading back to port. All up a great trip and worth doing, recommended.

It was my first trip to Hawaii, and I wanted to see dolphins and sea turtles, so I signed up for this tour. The meeting time was around 6 AM, which was tough because I was sleepy, but during the bus ride to the west coast, the guide kept sharing information about Hawaii and explaining about the dolphins, which made it enjoyable.

When we arrived at the harbor, there was an explanation about renting wetsuits. On the day I participated, about half of the people rented them. I rented one too, and I think it was the right decision. The sun was strong, and it was hot if you stayed still, but since we were going into the ocean, the wind on the boat was much colder than I expected. Other participants who didn't rent wetsuits kept saying they were cold, so I recommend renting one!

Shortly after we set off, we arrived at a spot where we could encounter dolphins! The guide mentioned that it was rare to see so many dolphins so quickly, but we encountered quite a large pod. At the same time, sea turtles were swimming nearby, and it was incredibly moving! They were really cute!

Unfortunately, the plan to play on the boat was suddenly canceled due to high waves, which was disappointing, but I still had a great time! The lunch hamburger was delicious, but it was a bit disappointing that it was served cold since it was pre-made. I understand that this can't be helped, though...

Overall, I was very satisfied, and it became a wonderful memory!

初めてのハワイ旅行だったので、イルカやウミガメが見たい！と思って申し込みました。
朝6時頃の集合になるので眠くて大変でしたが、西海岸への往路のバスでは担当の方がずーっとハワイのガイドやイルカの説明などをしてくれて楽しめました。
ハーバーに到着する際にはウェットスーツのレンタルについて説明がありましたが、わたしが参加した日は半分位の方がレンタルしていました。わたしもレンタルしましたが、これはレンタルして正解だったと思います。日差しが強く、じっとしていれば暑いのですが、なんせ海に入りますし風を切って走る船上は想像以上に寒いです。レンタルしなかった他の参加者の方は「寒い」とずっと言っていたので、レンタルされることをお勧めします！
出発してから間も無く、イルカに出会えるスポットに到着！こんなに早くたくさんのイルカに出会えるのは珍しいとガイドさんも言っていましたが、かなりたくさんのイルカの群れに出会えました。また同時にウミガメも近くで泳いでおり、すごく感動しました！本当に可愛かったです！
この日は波が高く、ボート？で遊ぶ予定が急遽中止になってしまい残念でしたが、十分に楽しめました！
ランチのハンバーガーも美味しくいただきましたが、作ってあるものを食べるので冷めた状態なのが少し残念でした。これは仕方ないと思いますが…
全体的には大満足で、とても良い思い出になりました！

The wait time was short and everything went smoothly. The sandbar was beautiful, just as I expected. I was able to see fish while snorkeling. Additionally, I got to see sea turtles quite up close. However, for those who couldn't snorkel, there was some downtime, and I wished they could have been offered other activities to keep them engaged, as it felt a bit like waiting around.

待ち時間も少なくスムーズでした。
サンドバーは期待通り、綺麗でした。
シュノーケリングで魚をみることもできました。
また、結構近くでウミガメを見ることができました。
シュノーケリングができない方が暇な時間ができてしまうので、その方には他の遊びをやらしてあげてほしかったです。待ちぼうけ感があったので。

It's a popular tour, so both the bus and the boat were crowded. I think this tour works because Japanese people are polite and don't complain. (≧∇≦) The snorkeling time is a bit short. The sandbar has no living creatures, so we just enjoyed the sky and the sea and took photos. We had water up to our waists during high tide. I wish the price for the high tide tour was lower. The description is tricky, as it seems to imply that both breakfast and BBQ are included, depending on the departure time. We did see sea turtles, and the hamburgers were big, but the snorkeling was geared towards beginners, which was disappointing. ~_~; I would like to see a tour that properly introduces marine life.

人気のツアーなので、バスも船も混み混みで、行儀よく不満を言わない日本人だから成立するツアーかな。（≧∇≦）
シュノーケル時間は短めです。サンドバーは生き物がいないので、空と海を味わいお写真だけ。私達は満潮時で腰まで水が有りました。満潮時のツアーは料金を下げて欲しいです。出発時間によって朝食かBBQなのが、両方付いているみたいな表記がトリッキーです。海亀さんも見られましたし、ハンバーガーも大きいですが、シュノーケルは初心者向けでがっかり。~_~;
しっかり海の生物と楽しむツアーの紹介が欲しいところです。

We participated as a family of four. It was fully booked. Unfortunately, the area with white sand was submerged in the water, making it feel like we were at a sandbar, but the colors of the sky and sea were beautiful, and we were able to see sea turtles quite closely. The burgers, which were grilled to perfection, were very delicious.

家族4人で参加しました。定員いっぱいでした。あいにく白い砂のところは海面につかっていて
ここがサンドバーなのかという感じでしたが、空と海の色は美しく、ウミガメにも結構そばで
あえました。じっくりやいてくれたバーガーはとてもおいしいものでした。

I participated in this tour, but unfortunately, the weather was not good, and I couldn't fully enjoy the beautiful colors of the sea and sky, which was very disappointing. It started to rain heavily, and it was quite cold on the boat.

The staff included some Japanese people, so I didn't have any trouble. Next time I participate, I would like to have a revenge on a nice day.

今回ﾂｱｰに参加させて頂きましたが、生憎の天気で
せっかくの綺麗な海と空の色が満足するように見れず、とても残念でした。
途中から強い雨が降ったりなどで、船上でもとても寒かったです。

ｽﾀｯﾌの方々は日本人の方がいたりして、困ることはありませんでした。
次参加する時は、天気の良い日にﾘﾍﾞﾝｼﾞしたいです。

I cannot say enough about what a great time my husband and I had on this outing! We had never kayaked or gone snorkeling. Thankfully Natalye and Bailey, our guides, were very helpful. I would do this again any time. Thanks for a great experience!

We had an awesome time with this crew! They were full of energy and VERY informative! They were very accommodating and made everyone comfortable in snorkeling, SNUBA diving, or those just along for the ride. I would suggest this for everyone!

The pickup time is at 6 AM. Please gather wearing your swimsuits.

Since we were staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, the pickup location was in front of the Ilikai Hotel next to the Hilton. It's easy to find as it's also a trolley stop.

A little earlier than the scheduled time, a small yellow bus, resembling a school bus, arrived. We boarded this bus and headed to the west coast, taking about an hour from Honolulu.

To quickly get out to sea from the harbor, the staff member on the bus provided us with important information and instructions. Although it was early in the morning, there was no time to sleep on the bus.

Regarding equipment, since the water is cold and those who are not good swimmers might find it easier to float in a wetsuit, we rented one for $10. Most of the tour participants rented wetsuits as well.

The dolphins we can see in this area are the Hawaiian spinner dolphins. They are named for their spinning jumps. They are about 1.8 meters long, smaller than the bottlenose dolphins often seen in aquariums, and they have a black coloration from their heads to their backs.

Upon arriving at the harbor, we put on our wetsuits and quickly boarded the Zodiac. After about 10 to 20 minutes of searching for dolphins, we spotted a group of around 30!

We positioned the boat ahead of the direction the pod was swimming and waited. When we saw the dolphins' dorsal fins, we all jumped into the water together at the signal.

This was my first time snorkeling so far out, and I’m not a strong swimmer.

I was really scared before jumping in, but...

It was absolutely fine!!

As long as you listen carefully to the staff and follow their instructions calmly, there's nothing to worry about. The snorkeling gear we used was good, and I didn’t get any water in my eyes or mouth.

When the staff member called out, "Look down!" and I peered below, I could see a group of dolphins swimming beneath us!!

That day, we tried four times and saw dolphins every time. Moreover, the captain skillfully positioned us at a spot with clear water. Truly a legend.

By the fourth time, I was able to see them up close, almost within reach. I didn’t notice it while snorkeling, but later when I reviewed the video from my waterproof camera, I was surprised to find that it even captured the sounds of the dolphins. It was a truly precious experience to get a glimpse into the lives of wild dolphins.

By the way, due to strong winds that day, snorkeling in shallow waters was not possible because the water was murky. If you are mainly considering snorkeling in shallow waters, it might be good to keep in mind that it could be canceled depending on the day.

Finally, we returned to the boat and enjoyed some fruit and warm tea, and we had the remaining snacks (pastries, juice, cheese, granola bars) after getting back on the bus. On the return bus, there was an announcement about the sale of photo data taken by a professional photographer. I purchased some photos, and they beautifully captured the scenes during the briefing and the dolphins we saw that day.

Personally, I would have loved to hear more detailed information about the ecology and population of Hawaiian spinner dolphins, as well as the relationship between Hawaiians and dolphins.

For those who want to swim with dolphins for the first time, I truly think this is a fantastic activity. Thank you for the valuable experience.

ピックアップ時刻は朝6時。水着を着用した上で集合です。

私たちはヒルトン・ハワイアン・ヴイレッジに宿泊していたのでピックアップ場所はヒルトンの側のイリカイホテルの前。
トロリーの停留所にもなっているので、分かりやすいです。

時刻よりやや早く、スクールバスのような黄色い小型のバスが到着。このバスに乗って、ホノルルから1時間程かけて西海岸まで向かいます。

港から素早く海に出れるようにと、バスの中でお姉さんが注意事項などの説明をしてくださいます。朝早いですがバスで寝ている暇はありません。

装備については水が冷たいのと、泳ぎが得意でない方はウェットスーツを来た方が浮きやすいということで$10でレンタルをしました。ツアー利用者のほとんどがレンタルをしていました。

この地域で見られるイルカはハワイアンスピナードルフィンという種。ジャンプするときにスピンすることからこの名前がついているそうです。
サイズは水族館でよくみるバンドウイルカより小さい1.8m程で頭から背中にかけて黒くなっています。

港へ着くとウェットスーツを着て、早速ゾディアックに乗り込みます。
イルカを探しながら進むこと10～20分くらいたったでしょうか、30頭ぐらいのグループを発見！

群れの泳ぐ方向へ先回りして船でスタンバイ。イルカの背鰭が見えてきたら合図と共にみんなで一斉に海へ飛び込みます。

私はシュノーケリングをこんなに沖でやるのは初めて。しかも、泳ぎも不得意。

飛び込む前までは凄く怖かったのですが。。。

全く問題ありませんでした！！

お姉さんの話をよく聞いて落ち着いてその通りに動けば何も心配はいりません。
使ったシュノーケリングの器具もよかったのか、目や口に水が入ってくることもありませんでした。

「真下を見てー！」というお姉さんの声で下を覗きこむと何匹ものイルカの群れが泳いでいるのが見れました！！

この日は4回トライし、4回ともイルカを見ることができました。しかも、水の濁りも少ないポイントで待ち伏せてくれた船長の腕は確かなものです。さすがレジェンド。

4回目にいたっては手が届きそうなほど間近で見ることができました。
シュノーケリング中は気づかなかったのですが、後で防水カメラのムービーを見返したら、なんとイルカの鳴き声まで収録されていてビックリ。
野生のイルカの生活を覗かせてもらうことができた本当に貴重な経験でした。

ちなみに、この日は風が強かったため海が濁っているということで浅瀬でのシュノーケリングは無しでした。
浅瀬でのシュノーケリングをメインで考えられている方は、日によっては無くなるケースがあることも想定しておいた方がいいかもしれません。

最後に船にもどりフルーツと温かい紅茶をいただいて、残りの軽食（菓子パン・ジュース・チーズ・グラノーラバー）はバスに戻ってからいただきました。
帰りのバスでプロの写真の方が撮影した写真データの販売案内があります。写真を購入したのですが、レクチャー中の風景や当日に見たイルカの写真までとってもきれいに獲れていました。

あと、個人的にはハワイアンスピナードルフィンの生態や生息数、ハワイアンとイルカの関わりなどについてもっと詳しい話が聞ければもっと嬉しかったです。

初めてだけどイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいという方には本当にとてもいいアクティビティーだと思います。貴重な経験をありがとうございました。

Although we were past the departure time, we waited for about 20 minutes. The sandbar was beautiful enough to see from a distance, but it was deeper than I had imagined, with a depth of about 100 cm. Also, the water temperature was surprisingly low. The sea turtle watching was a bit far away, and I was unlucky. During snorkeling, I got stung by a jellyfish and had to give up halfway; I wanted to enjoy it a bit more. There were others who got stung as well. I'm not sure if it was because of that or if the captain just liked me, but I was lucky to be allowed to steer the boat on the way back. The view from the prime seat was great.

出発時間を過ぎているのに、20分くらいは待たされた。サンドバーは遠目から見てもわかるほど綺麗だったが、想像していたよりも深く、水深100cmくらいはあった。あと水温が意外と低い。ウミガメウォッチングはちょっと遠くて、運が悪かった。シュノーケリングではクラゲに刺されて途中で断念し、もう少し楽しみたかった。他にも刺されている人がいた。そのこともあってなのか、船長に気に入られたからなのかは不明だが、帰りに操縦をさせて貰えたのはラッキーだった。特等席からの景色は良かった。

We participated as a family of five. It was very enjoyable and became the best memory. The only downside was that the sandbar was not visible above the water and was submerged.

家族5人で参加しました。
とても楽しく最高の思い出になりました。
ちょっと残念なのはサンドバーが海上に見えず水中に沈んでいたことです。

The sea in heaven was more beautiful than I imagined. Although there wasn't a sandy beach, it felt great just to walk around, and you can take wonderful photos.

I also recommend snorkeling afterward. It was an amazing experience when I encountered a sea turtle while swimming.

Lastly, when I returned to the boat after swimming, it was quite cold, so I think having a light jacket would be convenient.

天国の海は想像以上にキレイでした。砂浜が出てるわけではなかったけど、歩くだけで気持ちいいし、素敵な写真が撮れます。

またその後のシュノーケリングがオススメです。泳いでるときに海ガメと出会えたときは感動です。

最後泳いだあと船に戻ったときに、けっこう寒かったので、羽織りものがあったほうが便利と思います。

I highly recommend this experience as you can see sea turtles and tropical fish up close. Since you'll be in the water for quite a while, it's a good idea to bring a hoodie or something to keep warm. There are no lockers available, so you'll need to put your belongings in a box with everyone else's, so I suggest bringing only the essentials like some money (for purchasing DVDs, etc.) and a bath towel.

ウミガメ、熱帯魚が超まじかで見れる貴重な体験ができるのでお勧めです。水につかる時間が結構あるので体が冷えないようにパーカー等を持って行かれることやロッカーがなくボックスに荷物を皆と一か所に入れるので必要最低限のお金(DVD等を購入するため)やバスタオルくらいを携帯することをお勧めします。