Reviewed by: Y.O
Thank you very much for your support on September 13th. Thanks to Mr. Nawata and swim guide Michi, I had a very enjoyable dolphin swim. Michi even said, "It's been a while since I've seen dolphins in such a playful mood!" I was very satisfied with how much fun the dolphins had with us! I believe even those who can't swim can feel safe swimming with the dolphins with the support of floatation devices and the swim guides.
The dolphin swim involves chasing after dolphins that are moving south, and it’s a repetitive process of chasing and swimming. Aloha Kona Tours has a capacity of 8 people (there were 6 during my time), so compared to tours with 20 people, the boarding and disembarking is quicker, allowing for more time swimming with the dolphins. While you can't know for sure until you go, there are many boats out in the ocean for dolphin tours, and some are quite large. Aloha Kona Tours is definitely a better deal!
By the way, the boat (about a 20-minute ride) can be quite rocky, so motion sickness medication is a must. If you get sick, you won't be able to enjoy it. Also, if you bring a hat, make sure it has a strap to keep it secure, or it will get blown away. On the way there, a swimsuit is fine, but on the way back, since your body will be wet and cold, it’s good to have a light jacket. I brought an underwater camera, but I was so focused on watching the dolphins that I only managed to take one decent photo (;;). However, I think it’s more important to see them with your own eyes first, so I wish I had just recorded in movie mode instead of worrying about photos.
If you write your email address in Michi's sign book, she will send you the photos she took of the dolphins later (they're really well taken!). I'm grateful for that☆
Next time, I want to be able to dive down to 3 meters for the dolphin swim (I've heard it gives you a greater sense of "swimming together"). Thank you so much again!!
9月13日は大変お世話になりました。
縄田さんとスインムガイドのミチさんにしっかりサポートしていただいたおかげで、とても楽しいドルフィンスイムになりました。
ミチさんも「こんなに遊びモードのイルカは久しぶり!」と言っていたほど、イルカにたくさん遊んでもらえて大満足でした!
泳げない人でも浮輪とスイムガイドさんのサポートで安心してイルカと泳げると思いますよ。
ドルフィンスイムは南下して移動してくるイルカを追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐという繰り返しなのですが、アロハコナツアーズさんは定員8名なので(私の時は6名でした)、20名い乗ってるツアーなどに比べて乗り降りが早くイルカと泳ぐ時間が長いようです。
行ってみないと分からないですが、海にはイルカツアーのたくさんの船が出ていて、かなり大所帯の船もありました。
絶対アロハコナツアーズさんの方がお得ですよ~☆
ちなみにボート(片道20分ほど)はなかり揺れるので、酔い止め必須です。酔ってしまっては楽しめないので。
また、帽子は紐付きで固定できる物でないと飛ばされてしまうので持って行っても意味ないです。
行きのボートは水着だけで大丈夫ですが、帰りは体が濡れて冷えているので薄い上着が一枚あるといいです。
私は水中カメラを持って行ったのですが、イルカを見るのに夢中でちゃんと撮れたのは1枚くらいでした(;;)
でもまずは肉眼でちゃんと見るのが優先だと思うので、写真は諦めてムービーモードで回していれば良かったと思いました・・・。
でもミチさんのサイン帳にPCのアドレスを書くと、後日ミチさんが撮ったイルカの写真が送られてきますよ。(とっても良く撮れてます!)
感謝です☆
今度は3メートルでも潜れるようになってドルフィンスイムに臨みたいと思います。(もっと「一緒に泳いでいる」感覚になれるとのことです。)
本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/23 |
Reviewed by: shin
I signed up for a snorkeling tour with a Japanese guide for my beginner wife. I was a bit disappointed that the visibility wasn't as good as I had seen in the videos beforehand. There weren't as many fish as I expected, but I was really happy to see a sea turtle at the very end. Without an experienced guide, we probably wouldn't have encountered the turtle, so I think it was worth the cost. It seemed like a sufficient activity for my wife, who isn't very confident in her physical abilities.
シュノーケリング初心者の妻のために日本語ガイド付きということで申し込みました。事前にビデオなどで見たほどには透明度が良くなかったのが少し残念でした。魚も思ったほどいなかったけれど、最後の最後に海亀が見られたのがうれしかったです。ベテランガイドがついていないと亀にも出会えないでしょうし、コスパは十分だと思います、また体力に自信のない妻には十分なアクティビティのようでした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/23 |
Reviewed by: 姉御
We were picked up at the hotel at 6:50 AM, and it took about 15 minutes to get to the port for boarding the cruise.
The tour participants were about half foreign and half Japanese. My husband and I took a seat on the second floor with a good view, and it took about an hour to reach the snorkeling point. The Japanese staff provided a thorough explanation of the snorkeling precautions, which made us feel at ease.
We entered the water and observed the coral reefs and fish. I felt a bit disappointed, thinking, "Is this all there is?" I was expecting more colorful coral reefs.
We changed points and went to see sea turtles, and we were thrilled to encounter them several times.
It was convenient to have breakfast and lunch on the cruise. The food wasn't particularly delicious, but considering the cost performance, I was satisfied.
朝6:50にホテルでビックアップ、その後クルーズ乗船する港まで約15分。
ツアー参加者は外国人と日本人と半々位でした。
二階の眺めの良いところに主人と席を取り、一時間くらいでポイトへ。
シュノーケルの注意も日本人スタッフが丁寧に説明してくれて安心でした。
海に入り珊瑚礁や魚を眺めました。
「こんなものかしら。」と感じ、ちょっと期待はずれ感はありました。
もうちょっと色とりどりの珊瑚礁かと思ってました。
ポイントを変えて、ウミガメを眺めに行き何度か遭遇し感激でした。
朝ご飯、昼ご飯もクルーズで頂いたので便利でした。
食事内容は特に美味しいという感じではありませんでしたが
コストパフォーマンスを考えれば満足です。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had experience with dolphin watching, but I joined the tour expecting to swim with them. I thought we would only see them from a distance in the water, but they actually swam right next to us. I was captivated watching a baby dolphin nudging its mother and two dolphins racing alongside each other. As I got distracted by the dolphins behind me, I noticed there were dolphins on the side as well! Before entering the water, our guides, Mr. Nawata and Ms. Michi, told us to constantly be aware of our surroundings, and I found that to be true (laughs).
I was amazed that we could see them up close. Mr. Nawata mentioned, "They might not come close because they have a baby with them," and Ms. Michi added, "They are swimming fast today." I was surprised to learn that wild dolphins sometimes swim closer and slower.
It wasn't just the dolphins that impressed me. On this day, we had a hard time finding dolphins and spent quite a bit of time searching, but the staff worked hard to ensure that participants could see as many dolphins as possible. Once we found them and entered the water, the captain pointed out where the dolphins were from the boat, while the two guides continuously signaled us from the water. After the tour, Ms. Michi kindly offered to send me the dolphin photos she took, so I shared my email address, and she promptly sent me some amazing, clear images. We had tried to take pictures ourselves, but we couldn't keep up with the dolphins' speed, so I was very grateful for her thoughtful gesture.
The conversations on the boat were enjoyable, and they shared various ways to enjoy the Big Island. I think the tour was even more enjoyable because all the staff were genuinely pleasant. There were first-time snorkelers and elementary school children on this trip, and the attention given to them was very detailed, making it a tour that beginners could join with confidence.
The boat was a small one with a capacity of eight participants, which actually turned out to be good for swimming with the dolphins. We would find the dolphins and then enter the water ahead of where they were swimming, waiting for them to pass by. After they went by, we would get back on the boat and repeat the process. If the boat were larger, it wouldn't be as maneuverable, and with more people, it would take longer for everyone to get back on the boat, reducing the number of times we could see the dolphins.
This time, my wife saw online that Mr. Nawata's tour had a good reputation, so we decided to join both the manta and dolphin tours.
イルカウォッチングの経験はあったが、一緒に泳げることを期待してツアーに参加。とはいえ、少し離れた海中から見るくらいだろうと思っていたが、本当にすぐ近くを群れが泳いでいく。子供のイルカが母イルカをつついている様子や2頭が競争するように並走していく様子などを夢中で見ていると後にイルカ、そちらに気を取られると横にもイルカ!
海に入る前にガイドの縄田さんやミチさんに言われたとおり、絶えず上下左右を気にしていないといけない(笑)
こんな間近で見られるとは、と感激していると、「今は子供がいるから少し警戒して寄ってこないのかもしれない」と縄田さん。ミチさんも「今日は泳ぎが速い」と。野生のイルカなのにもっと近くをもっとゆっくり泳いでくれることもあるのだと驚いた。
感激したのはイルカばかりではない。この日はイルカがなかなか見つからずかなり船を走らせたが、スタッフみんなが何とか参加者により沢山のイルカを見せてくれようと群れを探し、見つかって海に入るとキャプテンは船の上から、ガイドのお二人は海中でこっちこっちと常にイルカのいる所を教えてくれた。またツアー後もミチさんが自身で撮られたイルカの写真を送って下さるというのでメールアドレスをお伝えしておいたら、早速にとてもクリアな素晴らしい画像を送ってくださった。自分達でも写してはいたがどうしてもイルカのスピードについていけず、上手く撮れていなかったので大変嬉しい心遣いだった。
船上でのおしゃべりも楽しく、ハワイ島での楽しみ方もいろいろ教えていただいた。スタッフ皆さんが本当に気持ちの良い方ばかりだったのでよりツアーを楽しめたのではないかと思う。
今回はシュノーケル初体験という方や小学生のお子さんもいたが、そのアテンドも大変きめ細かく、初心者でも安心して参加できるツアーだと思った。
船は小さいボートで参加者も8名が定員だが、それがかえってイルカと泳ぐには良いよいのだそう。実際イルカを見つけては彼らが泳いできそうな所に先回りして海に入って待つ、イルカが通り過ぎると船にあがり、また先回りして海に入る、の繰り返し。船が大きいと小回りがきかないし、人数が多いと全員が船にあがるのにも時間がかかってしまい、イルカを見る回数が減ってしまうとのことだった。
今回、嫁がサイトで縄田さんのツアーが評判なのを見て、マンタとイルカ、2つのツアー
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/22 |
Reviewed by: keiko
The sandbar is affected by the tides, so when I actually went there, the water reached up to my thighs, and I couldn't enjoy the beautiful sandy beach like in the photos. However, looking around, I could see the distant Kualoa Ranch and the endless blue ocean. It felt nice to be surrounded by nature, which was a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. The malasada and the lunch I had on the boat were also delicious.
サンドバーは潮の満ち引きの関係があるので実際に行った時は
太ももまで海につかる感じだったので写真のようなきれいな
砂浜にはあえませんでしたが、周りを見渡すと遠くにはクアロア牧場、見渡す限り一面ブルーの海。自然に囲まれているなぁ。とワイキキの賑やかさとは一味違い良かったです。マラサダも
船で食べたランチも美味しかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my fifth time swimming with dolphins. This time, I participated in "Private Dolphin Junior High" for the second time. Just like last time, I was able to encounter many pods of dolphins. Moreover, since it was the birthing season, we also met several baby dolphins. Their earnest jumping was very adorable and entertained us.
Additionally, while we were returning to the harbor, six dolphins swam alongside our boat for over five minutes. This was truly the best part. The tour guide was also very pleasant, which made it even better. The food and drinks kept coming, making it a tour filled with happiness.
ドルフィンスイミングは5回目でした。
今回参加した”私立イルカ中学”は2回目。
前回同様、沢山のイルカの群れに出会うことが出来ました。
しかも、出産シーズンと言うことで、数匹の赤ちゃんイルカにも出会えました。
一生懸命ジャンプする姿がとても愛らしく、私達を楽しませてくれました。
しかも!私達が港へ戻っていたその時、6頭のイルカが5分以上も並走して私達のボートの横を一緒に泳いでくれたんです。これは本当に最高でした。
ツアー担当の方も感じがよく、とても良かったです。
食べ物&飲み物もどんどん出してくれて、幸せ一杯のツアーでした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Lorrie
Great guides & fun even though we didnt get to go to molokini due to wind.
great beer and lunch!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/21 |
Reviewed by: おとっち
It started to rain as soon as we got on the bus from the hotel, and I was feeling a bit defeated because I really wanted to see the beautiful ocean sandbar... However, by the time we boarded the boat, a little blue sky started to appear, and after about 10 minutes, we arrived at the sandbar. As we stepped off, the sun came out, revealing the white sandbar! The beautiful scenery I had seen in books was right in front of me. Interestingly, this place was not known in Japan until about two years ago, and it has been used for filming movies and music videos. Although it felt a bit chilly due to the wind, I was glad to see the sea turtles swimming and that the weather cleared up.
ホテル迎えからバスに乗ったくらいから雨が降りだし、どうしても綺麗な海のサンドバーを見たかったのでツイテナイ・・・と諦めモードでした。。。船に乗る頃には少し青空が見えてきて、10分ほどしてサンドバーに着いて下り立つと太陽が射し白いサンドバーが表れてきました!本で見たあの綺麗な景色が目の前にそのまんまです。何とこの場所は2年くらい前まで日本では知られていなかったそうで、映画やPVの撮影にも使われたそうです。。風があったので肌寒く感じましたが、ウミガメの泳ぎも見れ晴れてくれたので良かったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Shelli & Jason
We had a wonderful time with the crew of Aloha Blue on our snorkel cruise. Breakfast was continental with a lovely spread of fruit, pastries and breads. Juice, iced tea, coffee and water were also available.
We were taken to two snorkel spots and had an hour in each location. The time went by much too quickly! Joe, crew member, was in the water with us the entire time to point out sites and ensure everyone's safety. We were also provided with swim noodles (take advantage of those!!) to help swim against the current.
The second spot is known as "Turtle Town" and there are ample opportunities to spot sea turtles. It is great fun looking at the beautiful underwater world of Hawaii and seeing the sea life. Though we only saw one turtle it was worth the experience!
Lunch was cold cut sandwiches, which was disappointing as the tour information specified a BBQ lunch. The food was very good despite the misinformation.
There is also the opportunity to deep sea fish on the cr
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/19 |
Reviewed by: minn
We participated in a morning activity as a family. At the snorkeling point, we were able to see turtles close enough to touch, and we spotted more than five sea turtles underwater. There were also plenty of fish, and we were very satisfied (^^).
When we went out to sea, the waves were high, and we got quite wet, which was a bit chilly... I recommend bringing extra dry towels.
家族で午前中のアクティビティに参加しました。
シュノーケルポイントでは、触れられるほど近くに亀が顔を出していたり、海中には5匹以上の海がめを見ることが出来ました。
魚もたくさんいて、大満足 (^^)
沖に出た時は波が高くてかなり水をかぶり、寒い思いをしました・・・。
乾いたバスタオルを多めに持っていくことをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in several wild dolphin tours on Oahu. This time, I heard rumors that the dolphin tour on the Big Island is amazing, so I made a reservation. We chased dolphins on a boat that moved freely across the sea, taking us to a spot where the dolphins came very close. I was thrilled to see mother and baby dolphins and playful dolphins up close, but I was told that there were fewer tour staff than usual, which was disappointing. I wondered if I could really swim with the pod if I participated at the usual time! I decided that I would definitely make a reservation for the next time I visit the Big Island. Among the participants, there were beautiful underwater photos of dolphins taken with a 100% waterproof digital camera, so I want to bring a waterproof digital camera next time. After participating in this tour, I personally felt that while the recreational dolphin tours on Oahu are fun, I might be done with them...
オアフ島では何回か野生のイルカツアーに参加しました。今回はハワイ島でのイルカツアーは凄いらしいと噂を聞いて予約しました。イルカを追い求めてボートを海上に縦横無尽に走らせ、凄く近くまでイルカ達が来てくれる場所まで連れて行ってくれました。親子イルカや遊んでいるイルカ達を近くで見ることができて、大感激だったのですが、ツアースタッフの方々はいつもより少なくて残念と言ってました。じゃあ、いつもの時に参加できたら本当に群れと泳げるのか!!!と。次回のハワイ島では必ず予約しようと決めました。参加している方の中で防水100%のデジカメで撮られた水中のイルカ達の写真がとてもきれいだったので、次回は防水デジカメ持参で参加したいです。このツアーに参加した後に、オアフ島のリクリエーション的なイルカルアーは楽しいけれども、もういいかな、、、と個人的には思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was already satisfied just to meet the dolphins, but I even got to see a manta ray. I was really lucky. During the summer vacation, about four families participated, and there were three Japanese staff members, which made me feel at ease. They were very attentive. I would like to participate again.
イルカに会えるだけで満足なのに、マンタにまで会えてしましました。本当にラッキーでした。夏休みの利用で4組ぐらいの家族が参加しましたが、スタッフも3人日本の方で安心で、至れりつくせりです。また参加したいと思います。
Thank you for participating in the tour. Whales come during the winter, so please come again on another occasion. We look forward to seeing you. Aloha!
この度はツアーにご参加頂き、有難うございます。
冬にはクジラも来ますので、またの機会に是非いらして下さい。
お待ちしております。
アロハ!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The difference from the seas I've dived in before is that there are fewer fish, but the encounter rate with sea turtles is very high. It became the best memory for my friend who dislikes fish. The boat rocked quite a bit, and many people got seasick, so it's better to take motion sickness medication. There was a Japanese female staff member who was very kind, making it a reassuring tour to participate in.
今まで潜った海と違うところは、魚は少ないけどウミガメ遭遇率は非常に高いというところです。
魚嫌いな友達には最高の想い出になりました。
船は結構揺れ船酔い続出してたので、酔い止めは飲んでかれた方が良いです。
スタッフの方で日本人の女性がおりとても親切にしていただき安心して参加できるツアーです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was my first time snorkeling, but I felt safe wearing a life jacket, so I thought it would be fine even if I couldn't swim. They taught me how to use the snorkel from scratch, and even though I can't swim, it was easy to do. I encountered a turtle right after diving in, and a big fish swam right past me, which was amazing.
初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、ライフジャケットを付けているので、泳げなくても大丈夫だと思います。
シュノーケルの使い方を一から教えて頂き、泳げないんですが簡単にできました。
潜っていきなりカメさんに遭遇。おっきな魚も目の前を通り過ぎていき感動しました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We went to the Big Island for our honeymoon and participated in ocean rafting on August 31. The staff only spoke English, but they kindly provided Japanese explanations for us. Upon arriving, we were supposed to call "Captain Zodiac," the company organizing the tour, for confirmation, but our English skills made it difficult to convey what we wanted to say, which was a bit challenging. However, the staff on the other end of the phone continued to explain how to get to the meeting point with great effort, and we could feel their determination to help us, which was very kind.
On the day of the tour, a male boat driver and a female captain (who acted a bit like a pirate) boarded the boat together. I was surprised by how to get on the boat. We sat on the inflated edges of the rubber boat, and as we hit the waves, it rocked violently while speeding along. If you weren't focused, it felt like you could be thrown off. It was incredibly thrilling, and I kept shouting "Waaaaaaah!!!! Gyaaaaaah!!!!" (laughs). There were eight of us participating together: a couple in their 40s to 50s, two grandmothers in their 60s, a Japanese parent and child, and us.
When we arrived at our destination, we enjoyed snorkeling in a coral reef filled with tropical fish. However, it was just after daylight saving time ended, and the temperature wasn't very high, so I got cold while in the water. Although we had time to swim again after lunch, I decided not to because I couldn't stop shivering. It was a shame since the coral reef was beautiful. It seemed that the spot we visited had cold water flowing from the mountains.
After enjoying snorkeling, we returned while looking at the famous sights along the coast from the sea. On the way back, we also sped along and made sharp turns with the boat, which was a lot of fun. I highly recommend this tour!
新婚旅行でハワイ島に行き、8月31日にオーシャンラフティングに参加しました。
スタッフは英語onlyでしたが、日本人用に日本語の説明書きを用意してくれていて親切でした。
現地に到着してから、このツアーを企画している「キャプテンゾディアック号」に確認の電話をすることになっていたのですが、私たちの英語力ではなかなか言いたいことが伝わらず、ちょっと苦労しました。ですが、電話のむこうのスタッフの方が、集合場所までの行き方などを一生懸命説明し続けてくれて、「なんとかつたえてあげなきゃ!」という気持ちが伝わってきて、親切な対応でした。
当日は、ボートの運転手(男性)と、案内をしてくれるキャプテン(海賊のイメージでちょっと悪っぽい感じに振舞う女性)が一緒にボートに乗り込みました。驚いたのが、ボートの乗り方です。ゴムボートの周りの膨らみの部分に腰をかけた状態で、波にぶつかり大きく縦揺れしながら、猛スピードで進んで行くのです。集中していなければ体が投げ出されてしまいそういでした。とってもスリリングで、ずっと「ワーーーーー!!!!!!!!ギャーーーーーーーーー!!」と叫んでいました(笑)一緒に参加していたのは、40~50代くらいのご夫婦、60代くらいのおばあちゃん2人組、日本人の親子、私たちの8人でした。行き着いた先では、トロピカルフィッシュが泳ぐ珊瑚礁でシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ただ、この頃はちょうどサマータイムが終わったころであり、気温があまり高くなかったため、海に入っている間に体が冷えてしまって、お昼を食べてからもう一度泳げる時間があったのですが、体の震えがとまらず泳ぐのを断念しました。せっかくきれいな珊瑚礁だったのに残念でした。特にそのスポットは山からの地下水が流れ出ており、少し水が冷たいところだったみたいです。
シュノーケリングを楽しんだあとは、海岸沿いにある名所を沖から眺めながら帰るという内容でした。帰りも猛スピードを出したり、ボートを極端に傾けてターンをしたりと、楽しませてくれました。
このツアーはおすすめです!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/17 |
Reviewed by: SAEZELL
This excursion was fun, but staff at office was very rude. Acted like we were a burden to even help. Very short and snobby. Especially blonde lady. No one even smiled at us. I have never been on an excursion so unorganized and unfriendly. Our guide was nice enough, but no instructions for snorkeling. My sister had never snorkeled and he just gave us our masks and left us to snorkel on our own while he went spear fishing. As we were kayaking he got way ahead and never stopped and checked on the group. I was very disappointed. I have been on several excursions and the staff has always been wonderful, but not this one. I would NOT recommend this company to anyone!!!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/15 |
Reviewed by: ささやん
I had been wanting to participate in a dolphin tour for a long time and did some research, but I decided to apply to Aloha Kona Tours for a couple of reasons: the small group size and the fact that they speak Japanese. Additionally, the numerous comments from past participants were decisive factors for me.
Participating in the tour was truly an amazing and moving experience. We were a couple not so young and complete beginners, but thanks to Mr. Nawata and staff member Tsuyako's thoughtful attention, we were able to enjoy snorkeling without any worries.
Of course, we got to see dolphins, and we even encountered a manta ray, which was incredibly moving. They made sure we could meet dolphins multiple times by getting the boat ahead of them, and we could even hear the dolphins' sounds and saw a mother and baby dolphin.
I am truly grateful to Mr. Nawata and Tsuyako, who were always smiling. It was a reassuring dolphin tour for beginners.
かねてから ドルフィンツアーに参加したくて、いろいろ調べていましたが、アロハコナツアーさんに申し込みを決めた理由として
少人数制であるということ と 日本語が通じるといううこと・・・そして ツアー参加者の その後のコメントの数々が決め手になりました
実際に参加させていただいて 本当に感動の素敵な体験の連続でした
私たちは、そう若くない夫婦連れでしたし、全くの初心者でしたが 縄田さんとスタッフのツヤコさんに 細かい心配りを頂き 何の不安もなくシュノーケリングを楽しめました
イルカには 勿論会えましたし なんとマンタにも出会え 本当に感動の連続でした
何度もイルカに会えるように船で先回りしてくださり イルカの声も聴けたし 親子連れのイルカにも会えました
ずっと笑顔の縄田さんとツヤコさんに心から感謝でした
初心者にも 心強いドルフィンツアーでした
Thank you for participating in the dolphin snorkeling tour. With your support, we were able to create a great tour, and hearing your satisfied feedback fills our staff with gratitude. We hope to see you again soon. We look forward to your visit.
イルカシュノーケリングツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
皆様に支えられて、良いツアーが実現できご満足のお声を聞かせて頂き、私たちスタッフもお客様に感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。
また是非、いらして下さい。お待ちしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a family. Since it was about wild dolphins, we were able to see a family of dolphins shortly after the boat started moving. At the front of the boat, we could also see many flying fish several times.
I wanted to see the dolphins a bit closer, but since snorkeling was the main activity this time, we traveled for about an hour.
For breakfast (light snacks), we could freely make our own bread and fruit, and the burgers for lunch were also delicious, along with fresh potato salad and vegetables. Maui chips were available as snacks, which was nice.
We could always have warm drinks, and there were many options for cold drinks. We could also have alcohol for an additional fee.
On the day of the trip, we were the only Japanese people, but the staff kindly supported us, which made us feel at ease. They lent us prescription masks, and the facilities were well-equipped with showers, noodle and glass-bottomed boards to see below. The snorkeling spot had high visibility, and the waves were at a safe height, allowing us to swim comfortably even in deeper areas.
On the way back, we were also able to see a turtle, and we were very satisfied.
家族で参加しました。
野生のイルカということで、船が走り出してすぐにイルカの家族を見ることができました。船の先端では、たくさんのトビウオも飛ぶ姿も何度も見ることできます。
イルカを、もう少し近くで見たいところでしたが、今回はシュノ―ケリングがメインなのでしばらく一時間ほど移動しました。
朝食(軽食)のパンやフルーツ、昼食のバーガーも自分たちで自由に作ることができ、ポテトサラダや野菜も新鮮でおいしくいただけました。マウイチップスもスナックとしてあり良かったです。
また温かい飲み物は常時飲むことができ、冷たい飲み物の種類も多かったです。追加料金でお酒も飲むことができました。
当日、日本人は自分達だけでしたが、スタッフにやさしくサポートしてもらえたので安心でした。マスクも度付きのを貸出してもらい。ヌードルやグラスで下が見えるビート版等、シャワー完備と充実しておりました。シュノーケルのスポットは、透明度が高く、深くても安心して泳げる波の高さでした。
帰りにカメも見ることができ、とても満足しています。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was thrilled to see not only dolphins but also manta rays! It was a truly unforgettable experience that I could never have in Japan, so I was very satisfied.
There were only two crew members, the captain and a guide, along with eight guests, which made for a more intimate atmosphere. I think it's great for those who dislike a noisy environment.
However, since it was my first time snorkeling, I panicked a bit when I jumped into the sea and swallowed quite a bit of seawater (laughs).
イルカだけじゃなくてマンタも見ることが出来て感激しました!日本では到底体験できない時間だったので大満足です。
船にはキャプテンとガイドの2名、お客さんの8名という少人数体制だったので、ワイワイガヤガヤした感じが嫌いな人は良いと思います。
ただ、シュノーケルは始めてだったので、最初に海に飛び込んだ時はかなり海水を飲んであせりました(笑)
Thank you for participating this time.
It was lucky that you were able to see manta rays, as they are not always guaranteed!
Our company aims for a small group, homey tour experience, so I'm glad it matched your expectations.
Please do come back for snorkeling again; we look forward to it.
Aloha!
この度はご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
マンタは毎回見られるわけではないので、ラッキーでしたね!
弊社は少人数制でアットホームなツアーを目指しておりますので、お客様のご要望と合致して良かったです。
是非またシュノーケリング、楽しみにいらして下さい。
アロハ!
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Brian
We were contacted for an "upgraded" tour at no additional cost and accepted. We were slated for a catamaran but the upgrade got us a zodiac boat. We were supposed to have 1 hour of snorkeling with the tour and with the upgrade to recieve a nicer lunch.
The trip out was bouncy but tolerable. Saw the coastline, caves and spinner dolphins which was a treat. Got the tour of the old Hawaiian and the lunch was very good.
Things deteriorated when there weren't enough snorkles for all the people! (They were two short) We were told we'd have only 30 minutes to snorkle the reef which just wasn't enough time (no explanation for the shortened snorkeling time). The trip back was brutal in the zodiac once past Barking Sands. High chop, winds and bouncing on the edge of the zodiac was particularly rough (understatement). The driver did the best he could to minimize the bouncing but we found out that the afternoon winds made the trip we expereinced very typical. It was very,very unplea
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/11 |
Reviewed by: hiroshi
This time we went to the Big Island, and visiting Kilauea and Mauna Kea was a must. I looked into what else there was to do and found out that you can swim with dolphins, so I joined this tour, which had great reviews compared to others.
It turned out to be a fantastic choice! First of all, the guide was really nice and amazing! The quality of a tour is definitely important, but the guide makes a huge difference!
The tour itself was filled with dolphins, and I was truly moved. I was surprised to see so many dolphins up close!
Apparently, the types of dolphins on the Big Island are different from those on Oahu, and they swim in large groups, which is why you can see this incredible sight.
I highly recommend it if you visit the Big Island!!
今回はハワイ島ということで、キラウエアとマウナケアは必須、他にどんなものがあるのかと探してみてイルカと泳げるということがわかり、他のツアーと比較しても評判の良かったコチラに参加。
結果これが大正解!まずガイドさんが感じが良くて凄く良い!やっぱりツアーは内容はもちろん重要ですが、ガイドさんでほぼ決まりますね!
ツアー内容もそこら辺イルカだらけで感動しました。
こんなにたくさんのイルカが、こんなに近くで見られるとは驚きでした!
なんでもハワイ島はイルカの種類が他のオアフ島なんかとも違うため、大きな群れで泳ぐのでこの光景が見られるそう。
ハワイ島に行ったら是非おすすめです!!
Thank you for joining our tour. The dolphins in Hawaii are numerous and very friendly. We are also healed by the dolphins every day. Please come back to meet the dolphins in Hawaii again.
弊社のツアーにご参加頂きまして、ありがとうございます。
ハワイ島のイルカは数が多くとてもフレンドリーです。
私たちも毎日イルカに癒されております。
またハワイ島のイルカに会いにいらして下さいね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/11 |
Reviewed by: なっこちゃん
I had been wanting to go for a long time, but this time I finally decided to participate. The reason I hadn't joined before was probably due to cost... I had been settling for cheaper Kailua Beach tours instead. However, after going this time, I was convinced that the price was worth it. The ocean was beautiful, and I saw several sea turtles; it truly was the best location. Our guide, Yukiko, was a fun and wonderful person, and I had an enjoyable half-day. Since I didn't go snorkeling, the half-day course was sufficient for me, but I recommend the lunch-inclusive course for those who want to fully enjoy snorkeling.
以前から行きたいとは思っていましたが今回思い切って参加しました。なぜ今まで参加しなかったかと言うと費用の問題かな・・・もっとお安いカイルアビーチツアーなどでお茶を濁していたと言うことです。然し今回行って見てこのお値段でも納得がいきました。海も綺麗だし海がめも何匹も見れたしやはり最高のロケーションでした。ガイドのゆきこさんも楽しい素敵な方でしたし楽しい半日を過ごせました。一緒に参加した私もシュノーケリングをしなかったため半日コースで十分でしたがシュノーケリングを存分に楽しみたい方はランチ付きのコースをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: ba-ba
We participated with our family of four, including a 1.5-year-old child. The water was shallow, only up to our ankles, but the deep blue sea and white sandy beach created a striking contrast, allowing us to fully experience the wonders of nature. While the adults were captivated by the beautiful scenery, the children seemed to really enjoy snorkeling.
小1・5の子どもと家族4人で参加しました。
砂浜にはならず1番浅くてくるぶしほどでしたが、濃いブルーと白砂の海、色の違いがクッキリで、自然の不思議を十分に体感できました。
大人は美しい景色に見とれていましたが、子どもたちはシュノーケリングがとっても楽しかったようです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Linda Evans
This trip was one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu. We were disapointed that there were no pictures from the day of our trip.
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Waiwai
It was my first time snorkeling, and both my daughter (11 years old) and my husband were very satisfied. Since we wore life jackets, I think it's fine for anyone who can float with their face in the water, even if they can't swim. It might be a bit lacking for experienced snorkelers, but I would like to participate again when we go to Hawaii. It's reassuring.
初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、娘(11才)も主人も大満足でした。ライフジャケットを付けているので、水に顔を付けれて浮かぶことの出来る人なら、泳げなくても大丈夫だと思います。
経験者にはちょっと物足りないかもしれませんが、またハワイに行く時は参加したいです。安心ですから。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Food was great. The crew was friendly. Our overall experience was amazing!
We hope you can feel our smiles while reading over your great review! Thank you so much for joining us and for letting us know how much you enjoyed it! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/03 |
Reviewed by: エディ
I participated in the morning tour with my wife. The entire guide was in English, but we received a Japanese notice sheet during check-in at the reception, which I think is almost the same as the verbal instructions given when boarding. As someone who struggles with English, I understood less than half, but reading the notice in advance helped me grasp the general idea. Just watching the beautiful coral reefs and colorful fish made me feel happy. On the way there, we even saw dolphins playing in the waves created by the boat. The food and drinks were more than enough to fill us up. There were many children present, so I believe people of all ages can enjoy this experience. There are also floaties available.
It seemed that most of the participants were travelers from the mainland United States, but there were a few other Japanese participants as well. However, I got the impression that the staff didn't engage much with the Japanese participants. Of course, it wasn't neglect; it might be due to the language barrier, leading to the impression that Japanese people are "hard to engage with." The staff properly offered equipment rentals and food and drink guidance, so it was reassuring, and I think it's perfectly fine to ask questions in broken English if you're unsure about something.
午前中のツアーに妻と参加しました。
すべて英語での案内ですが、受付でのチェックインの際に日本語の注意事項の用紙を渡されますので、乗船の際の口頭での内容とほぼ同じかと思います。英語が苦手な私は理解できたのは半分以下ですが事前に注意事項を読んでおけばなんとなく理解できます。綺麗なサンゴ礁にカラフルな魚を眺めているだけで幸せな気分でした。行きには船が作る並で遊ぶイルカも登場。食事や飲み物も充分お腹いっぱいになります。お子様もたくさんいらっしゃいましたし、老若男女が楽しめると思います。浮き輪もあります。
米国本土からの旅行者がほとんどのようでしたが、日本人参加者は他に数組いらっしゃいました。しかし、スタッフがあまり日本人に絡んでこない印象も。もちろん、放置ということでなくて、おそらく言葉の問題から日本人は「絡みにくい」という経験からの印象なのかもしれないですね。用具の貸し出しや飲食の案内などちゃんと声をかけてくれますので安心ですし、分からないことは遠慮なくカタコトで声をかければいいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/03 |
Reviewed by: TOM
After searching online for family-friendly activities on the Big Island, I decided to go with Aloha Kona Tours, which had great reviews. My son (7 years old) and daughter (9 years old) joined me, and the staff was always attentive. The kids were able to see a pod of dolphins right in front of them while holding onto floating rings.
Although they took breaks due to seasickness, the staff continued to check on them, which made the kids very happy. It was also great that all the staff were Japanese, allowing us to snorkel without any stress. I never imagined I would see so many dolphins jumping and spinning right in front of me; it was incredibly soothing.
They were punctual and very efficient. A waterproof camera is a must. I highly recommend participating as a family. Our summer vacation diary was filled with dolphins.
I definitely want to be a repeat customer. Thank you for everything!
久々のハワイ島で何か家族で楽しめるのものはないかとネットで検索したところ、評価の高かったこちらのAloha Kona Toursさんにお世話になることにしました。
私と息子(7歳)娘(9歳)での参加でしたが、スタッフの方が常に気を配ってくれ、子供たちは棒状の浮き輪につかまりながらイルカの群れをすぐ目の前で見ることができました。
途中、船酔いで休んだりしてましたが、その間もずっと声をかけていただき子供たちもすごく喜んでいました。
スタッフ全員日本人ということもあり、何のストレスもなくシュノーケリングができたことも良かったと思います。
回転しながらジャンプするイルカを何頭も、目の前で見れるなんて想像もしなかったですしすごく癒されました。
時間に正確だし、手際も良かったです。
防水カメラは必需品です。
家族での参加はおすすめです。
夏休みの絵日記にはイルカがいっぱいでした。
またリピーターになりたいと思います。
いろいろありがとうございました。
Thank you for your review. We are also happy to have been able to help create summer memories for your children. Please come back and visit with your children when they are older. We look forward to seeing you again.
クチコミありがとうございます。
お子様たちの夏の思い出のお手伝いが出来て、私たちも嬉しいです。
また大きくなったお子様たちと是非遊びにいらしてください。
お会いできる日を楽しみにしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/03 |
Reviewed by: D.M
At the end of August, my parents, my husband and I, and our two children (a fourth grader and a kindergartner) were taken care of. My kindergartner daughter is not good with water and cannot swim at all, but a kind Japanese staff member encouraged her gently, and she seemed to get motivated. She put on a mask and peeked into the sea for just a moment. She said the coral reef looked creepy and quickly came back up, but after a break, she wanted to go back in again. While I was in the water, the staff helped tie her hair and put on her mask, and she made another attempt.
They were very considerate of the children, and I think we were able to relax.
For lunch, we went to the neighboring boat to get our food, and they also offered us more fruit, which the kids happily ate. We even encountered a sea turtle, and we enjoyed a delicious hamburger lunch.
We had a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much.
8月末に、両親、私達夫婦、小4、年長の6人でお世話になりました。
年長の娘は水が苦手で、まったく泳げないのですが、日本人スタッフのお姉さんが優しく声を掛けてくださり、その気になったようで、マスクをつけて一瞬だけ海をのぞいてみました。珊瑚礁が気持ち悪いなどと言って、すぐにあがりましたが、それでも休憩後また入りたいというので、海に入っている私に代わり、髪を結わいてくださりマスク装着なども手伝って頂き、再挑戦しました。
子供にとても気を使って頂き、リラックスできたと思います。
ランチは隣の船に取りに行くのですが、果物のおかわりなども声を掛けて頂き、子供達は喜んで食べていました。ウミガメにも出会えましたし、ハンバーガーのランチも美味しく頂きました。
とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: HIRO
I really saw sea turtles~
The mother and baby dolphins were so cute~
The crew was really nice~
It was an amazing cost performance, and I was very satisfied!
Thanks to the captain's thoughtful arrangement, we were able to enjoy it for about 30 minutes longer than planned.
I will definitely be a repeat customer☆☆☆
*If you're prone to motion sickness, I recommend taking anti-nausea medication.
ほんとに海ガメ見れた~
イルカの親子がかわいかった~
クルーがナイスガイだった~
すごいコストパフォーマンスで大満足でした!
キャプテンの粋な計らいで予定よりも30分ほど長く楽しめました
リピーター必至なり☆☆☆
※乗り物に弱い人は酔い止め薬をお勧めします
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/01 |
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Thank you for participating in the dolphin swim tour on the Big Island. The dolphins in Hawaii come surprisingly close to you. Please make sure to bring a waterproof camera next time, and remember the dolphins of the Big Island even after you return to Japan! If you weren't able to take good photos, please let the staff know, and we will send them to you via email. Thank you very much.
ハワイ島でのドルフィンスイムツアーにご参加いただき、有難うございます。
ハワイ島のイルカは驚くほど近くまで向こうから寄って来てくれます。
是非次回は防水カメラをお持ちになって、日本に帰られてからもハワイ島のイルカのことを思い出してくださいね!
もしうまく撮ることが出来なかった場合は、メールで送信いたしますのでスタッフにおっしゃって下さい。
有難うございました。