Hawaii
I had such a great time last time that this time I participated with my parents and my sister's family. While we were in the sea, the staff took care of my 2-year-old child, allowing us to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. My parents also said they had a great time.
前回がとても楽しかったので、今回は父母と妹家族と一緒に参加しました。海に入っている時は、スタッフの方に2歳の子どもを預かっていただき、思いっきり楽しめました。父母も楽しかったと言っていました。
We wanted to do something fun and exciting in the water while visiting Maui. We chose this adventure after hearing some great things about this excursion. Let me tell you, it was really fun! Not only did we get to snorkel and relax on the boat, but we also got to whale watch. The food is okay, but you're going for the actual snorkeling! We saw many sea animals and had a great time. You can tell the people running the operation really love their jobs. They sincerely care about the passengers on board. One woman in particular was extremely inviting and personally approached me just to talk. Wonderful day!
I hesitated because the price was high, but I heard that if the volcanic activity is not active, I wouldn't be able to see a volcano erupting lava even if I took the time to walk there, so I chose to take a helicopter.
In fact, I was able to see the bubbling lava from above the crater.
In the ocean, I also saw a mother whale and her calf.
Flying through the valley of Waipi'o Valley in the helicopter was very mystical and wonderful. It was a unique experience that only a helicopter can provide, and I really enjoyed it.
値段が高いので迷いましたが、火山活動が活発ではなければ、時間をかけて歩いて見に行っても溶岩を噴火する火山を見られないと聞いてヘリコプターを選択しました。
実際火口を上から見て、ボコボコ湧き出る溶岩が見られました。
海では、鯨の親子も見えました。
ワイピオ渓谷の渓谷の谷間をヘリで縫うように飛んでくれて、とても神秘的で素晴らしかったです。ヘリコプターならではの体験ができ、とてもよかったです。
Although we received a notification that the meeting place had changed, our Wi-Fi router ran out of battery on the way, and we couldn't arrive on time. Feeling quite upset, we were lucky enough to meet a staff member who happened to be there after the boat had already departed, and they helped us rebook for the next day. We were not charged any fees and received kind assistance, which was a relief.
The next day, our group consisted of my husband and me, along with an American family of six, including elementary and middle school children. We set off together. The boat moved at quite a speed, jumping over the waves, and my husband, who easily gets seasick, didn't have time to feel nauseous (laughs). I think the distance was long. As someone who loves roller coasters, I found it exhilarating.
The waters of Kealakekua Bay were filled with beautiful tropical fish, and dolphins swam close by, which made for a very satisfying experience. We also had time to enjoy snacks and drinks on the boat, and the captain's light jokes created a friendly atmosphere. During this time, I was a bit worried about my husband's seasickness due to the boat's rocking, but fortunately, he didn't get sick.
On the way back, we visited various caves, but we didn't go inside; instead, we got close enough to see the rock faces and areas worn away by the waves. However, seeing the grandeur of the Big Island from the sea was exceptional, and I believe it was a wonderful experience.
集合場所が変更になった連絡をもらっていたものの、途中Wifiルーターの充電が切れ、迷って集合時間に到着できなかった私達・・。泣きが入る気分でいると、運よく船が出港後に、たまたま居たスタッフの方と出会えた為、翌日に再予約を入れてもらえることになりました。手数料も取られず、親切に対応してもらえて、助かりました。
翌日は、私達夫婦と、小学生と中学生位の子供のいるアメリカ人ファミリー計6人で乗り合って出港。かなりのスピードで海原をジャンピングしながら進む船に、船酔いしやすい主人も、酔う暇がない位(笑)距離も長かったと思います。ジェットコースターが大好きな私は、気持ち良かったです。
ケアラケクア湾の海は、きれいな熱帯魚があちこちに沢山いて、ちょうどイルカもすぐ近くまで泳いできたりと、大満足でした。船の上で、スナックやジュースを飲食する時間もありました。船長の軽いジョークになごやかな雰囲気。この時間の方が、船の揺れを感じて主人の船酔いを心配した感じです。(でも酔わずに済みました)
帰りはあちこちの洞窟?をまわってくれましたが、洞窟の中にはいるのではなく、目の前まで
いって岩肌や波で削られた場所を間近にみるというものでした・・。
でも、海側からみるハワイ島の雄大さも格別で、とても良い体験ができたと思っています。
We went with this trip after looking at more expensive ones. Glad we chose this company as they were super helpful with snorkeling safety and tips but were also fun and laid back. We saw turtles as well as all sorts of fish and a whale. Great afternoon , just wish we'd stayed out longer.
Since it was close to a new moon, unfortunately, the sandbar had quite a bit of water depth, up to about my knees. I wasn't planning to snorkel, so I intended to keep my upper body dry, but the water depth at the entry point to the sandbar was about chest-high for me at 158 cm. My grandmother, who is shorter, seemed to have a bit of a hard time.
Lunch was wonderfully delicious. Also, the water in the sea was clear, and we were able to see turtles.
新月に近かったのでサンドバーは残念ながら水深がけっこうありました。膝くらいまで。私はシュノーケルするつもりがなかったので、上半身は濡れないつもりでいましたがサンドバーに入るポイントの水深は158cmの私で胸元までつかるぐらいありました。身長の低い祖母は少し大変そうでした。
昼食は素晴らしく美味しかったです。また、海の水もきれいでした。亀も見ることができました。
This time, we participated with four people, including my 8-year-old daughter, and we were more satisfied than we expected. Initially, we planned to request another company, but there were no openings, so we signed up here because there was availability. In the end, we were glad we chose this option, and my daughter was thrilled!! We are going to Hawaii again this summer, so we plan to sign up with my parents next time. We're looking forward to it!!
今回8歳の娘を入れて4名で参加しましたが、予想以上の満足でした。
初めは他社で依頼予定でしたが空きがなく、日時があったからという理由での申し込みでした。
結果こっちでよかったねと娘も大喜び!!
今年の夏もハワイへ行きますので、今度は両親も一緒に申し込みをする予定でいます。
次回も楽しみです!!
Anyway, the staff were warm. They were all bright, kind, and gentle people. The lunch was also delicious.
とにかく、スタッフさんたちがあったかい。
明るく親切で優しい方ばかりでした。
ランチも美味しかったです。
December is indeed cold. I think it's a good idea to research various factors like the season and tide to see landscapes like the one in the sandbar photo. The snorkeling after the sandbar was incredibly beautiful. I've been to many places in Southeast Asia, but the snorkeling spots here are really great. Luckily, I encountered a sea turtle swimming right below me twice. However, it can be really cold in December if the weather is bad. There were also some participants in the tour who didn't go into the water.
12月はやはり寒いです。
またサンドバーの写真のような風景を見るためには季節や、潮位など色々調べた方がいいと思います。
サンドバー後のシュノーケルは、すごくキレイでした。今まで東南アジア等たくさん行ってきましたが、ここのシュノーケルポイントはすごくいいです。
運よくウミガメも私のすぐ下を泳いでいて2回も遭遇しました。
でも12月で天気が悪いと本当に寒いです。
ツアー参加の方のなかで海に入ってない方もいました。
I highly recommend it! They provided life jackets for children and were very considerate of families with kids. Although it was only half a day, I was extremely satisfied. They also took great photos. As the trip was nearing its end and I was getting tired of the meals, playing in the sea felt refreshing, and the ham and cheese sandwich served on the boat tasted surprisingly delicious.
オススメです!
子供用のライフジャケットも用意してあり、子連れにもちゃんと配慮してくださり、半日でしたが、大満足です。写真もちゃんと撮ってくださいました。
旅行も終盤で、食事にあきていましたが、海であそんで気持ちよく、船上で出された、ハムとチーズだけのサンドイッチがかなり美味しく感じました。
From January 6th, I went to Hawaii for the first time. I was drawn to the heavenly sea I saw in the guidebook and decided to sign up. Unfortunately, we missed the low tide, and the water was up to my knees, so we couldn't see the sandbar. It was quite windy, so it was cold. During the snorkeling time, I swam among the coral reefs and encountered sea turtles. Next time, I want to walk on the sandbar.
1月6日から初めてのハワイへ。ガイドブックで見た天国の海に惹かれて申し込みました。
残念ながら干潮時間を過ぎで膝位まで海面がありサンドバーは見ることが出来ませんでした。風がかなり吹いていたので寒かったです。
シュノーケリングタイムでは珊瑚礁の中を泳ぎ、海亀にも遭遇しました。今度はサンドバーの上を歩いてみたいです。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the tour the other day. The sandbar shows various expressions depending on the natural conditions, so it can look different at different times. Please come back to visit the sandbar again. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!先日はツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
サンドバーは様々な自然条件に影響される為その日その時間によって様々な表情を見せてくれます。
またぜひ!サンドバーに会いに来てくださいね。お待ちしてます。
The driver was very friendly and very informative. Would do this again and will highly recommend this tour to friends and any one else who is thinking. About snorkling .
It's nice experience especially for those who haven't tried diving. The stuff was very friendly and helpful. Just you need to know that you don't have any control on the scooter. You have to set and enjoy!
The scenery was beautiful, and I was able to go snorkeling, plus the lunch was freshly made and delicious! However, the bus ride was extremely cold, and since we left early in the morning, I just wanted to sleep... I couldn't rest on the bus because the guide kept speaking in English, and when I dozed off during the boat ride, I was woken up. The return bus was also unusually cold (even though my body was wet), and I couldn't stand it, so I got off partway. I'm not sure if I would want to participate again...
景色はよくて、シュノーケリングもできたし、昼ごはんもできたてでおいしかったです!
ただ、移動のバスがすんごく寒かったのと、朝早くに出発なのでせめて寝てたいのに。。。バスでも英語でガイドずーっとされて眠れず、ボートで移動している間うとうとしてたら起こされ、帰りのバスも(体が濡れてるのに)異常に寒くて、たえきれなくて途中下車しました。
ちょっとまた参加したいとは思えないかも・・・
I wanted to show my wife the snorkeling experience I had at Hanauma Bay during my single days, so I participated again.
We were able to rent wetsuits on-site for a fee. The goggles and snorkels provided were not the usual worn-out ones, but rather well-maintained equipment. Thanks to that, it was a very warm and comfortable ocean adventure. I highly recommend the wetsuits.
Last time I came, I just floated in the shallow waters, but this time, our guide and instructor, Chie, who is a certified diver, took us out to deeper waters. My wife hadn't swum in a while, but since she held my hand the whole time, she was able to keep up without any issues. The fish were adorable, and I was surprised when a turtle swam right past us!
Thank you for such a dreamlike experience.
以前、独身時代に経験したハナウマ湾のシュノーケリングを奥さんにも見せたくて参加しました。
現地にてウェットスーツを有料でお借りすることが出来ました。
メガネ、シュノーケル含め、よくあるボロボロのではなく、しっかり手入れされたものをお借り出来ました。
その御蔭でとてもあたたかく、快適な海の旅でした。スーツお勧めです。
前回来た時は浅瀬でぷかぷか浮いていたものですが、ガイド兼インストラクターのチエさんはダイビングの資格をお持ちとのことで、その経験を活かして沖合の方まで連れて行ってくださいました。奥さんは泳ぎは久しぶりだったのですが、ずっと手をつないでくれていたので、問題なくついていくことが出来ました。
魚は可愛かったし、目の前を亀が通過していったのにはびっくりしました!
本当に夢の様な時間をありがとうございました。
In the ocean illuminated by LED lights, I had the incredible experience of witnessing a mystical manta ray dance up close, which made me forget the long hours and cold I had felt in the water until then. On the way to the manta point, we were unexpectedly surprised to see a mother and baby whale just a few dozen meters away, making for an unforgettable few hours, not to mention the beauty of the sunset.
All these experiences were thanks to Daisuke, our guide who knows the ecology of the waters around the Big Island, including the manta rays and whales, and the trust and cooperation with other tour guides. They know the names of all the mantas living around the Big Island (the one we encountered was named Eli) and can predict the whales' next actions. (By the way, in the U.S., it is prohibited to approach whales within 90 meters, and the same applies to whale watching, so it was truly lucky that they appeared within just a few dozen meters.)
While this is an everyday occurrence for Daisuke and the others, they understand that for us, it was a first-time, rare, once-in-a-lifetime experience, and they work hard to ensure we have an amazing time. Initially, I spotted a manta near the sea floor as soon as I entered the water, but then I couldn't see any for several minutes as we moved around. Thanks to Daisuke's determination to let us see another manta, we were eventually treated to a dreamlike scene. The sight of divers going deep, the LED lights they shone from below, the approximately 100 people floating in the night sea to see the mantas, and the fish swarming around the plankton right in front of us was nothing short of magical.
I thought $140 for a few hours of snorkeling was a bit much, but considering the costs of operating a boat (gasoline prices on the Big Island are 1.5 to 2 times higher than on the mainland) and the need for a boat operator (it was Taku), I believe the tour price is reasonable. For reference, we drove to the location, but the roads can get congested on weekday evenings, so I recommend allowing extra time. Also, it's a good idea to carefully check for signs and landmarks to find the meeting point.
It's best to minimize your belongings and not leave too much in the car, but be prepared for the cold during the 20-minute return to the port after coming out of the water (I was so cold that I couldn't stop shivering for a while). There are no showers after getting out, and changing is done in public restrooms. To capture the magical sights, it's a good idea to prepare a camera like a GoPro, but since you need to hold onto a surfboard with handles while moving in the water, it can be challenging to keep both hands free for photography, so I recommend it only for those who are experienced.
It seems there are few spots around the world where mantas can be easily seen. For us Japanese, the Big Island is one of the most accessible places after Ishigaki Island, so I highly recommend participating in a manta tour while in Hawaii.
LEDで照らされたオーシャンブルーの夜の海で、神秘的なマンタのダンスを手が届くほどのところで見ることができ、それまでの海の中で長く感じられた時間や寒さも吹き飛ぶほどの驚嘆の経験でした。
またマンタのポイントに行く途中で、思いがけずクジラの親子を数十メートル先に見られるという、サプライズもあり、夕陽の美しさも去ることながら、忘れ難い数時間となりました。
これらの経験も全て、ハワイ島の海やマンタ・クジラなどの生態を知り尽くしたDaisukeさんのガイド、他ツアーのガイドの方々との信頼・協力関係のお陰です。彼らはハワイ島周辺に住むマンタの名前(今回遭遇したのはイーライ)を全て知っていますし、クジラが次にどのような行動を取るかも知っています。
(ところで米国ではクジラに90m以内に近付くことが禁止されており、ホエールウォッチングでも同様で、偶然にも数十メートル以内に現れたのは本当にラッキーでした。)
Daisukeさん達にとっては毎日のことですが、我々にとっては初めて・滅多にない・一生に一度のことということをよく心得ていて、より素晴らしい経験をできるように懸命に努力してくださいます。最初は海に入ってすぐに一瞬、マンタを海底近くに見たのですが、その後数十分全く見られず、あちらこちに移動しました。それでも何とかもう一度マンタを見てもらいたい!という一心のDaisukeさんのお陰で、最後には夢のような光景を目にすることができました。また、ダイバー達が深くもぐる様子、彼らが下から照らすLEDの光、マンタを見るために夜の海に浮かんでいる100人程の人々、目の前でプランクトンに群がる魚の数々は幻想的の一言以外の何物でもありませんでした。
数時間のスノーケリングに$140かと思い、モニター特典を利用しましたが、船を出すこと(ハワイ島のガソリン代は米国本土の1.5~2倍です)、船の操縦士(Takuさんでした)も必要なこと等々考えると、納得のいくツアー代だと思います。
参考までに、我々は現地まで車で行きましたが、平日の夕方は道路が込むので、余裕を持って行くことをお勧めします。また集合地点に辿り着くのにも、看板や目印などをよく確認した方がいいです。
荷物はなるべく車に残さない方がいいので最小限にすべきですが、海から上がった後から港に戻るまで20分程の間、寒いこともある(寒くてしばらく震えが止まりませんでした)ので、羽織るタオルなどしっかり準備してください。あがってからシャワーはなく、着替えは公衆トイレとなります。
幻想的な光景をいつまでも残すにはGoProなどカメラを準備すると良いですが、海の中での移動にも終始、取っ手のついたサーフボードに捕まっていなければならず、両手でも捕まり続けることは大変なので、海の中での写真撮影は慣れている方のみお勧めします。
世界中でマンタが容易に見られるスポットは少ないようです。我々日本人にとっては、石垣島についで、ハワイ島が一番アクセスしやすい場所のようですので、ハワイ島ではぜひマンタツアーに参加してみてください。
The plan was to meet on-site, but I ended up arriving late. I was worried that "the boat had already departed and I might not be able to participate..." However, I was warmly welcomed and they quickly explained the tour to me. I truly felt sorry for the delay, and I was grateful for their flexible response.
The tour began, and we boarded the boat to the manta ray spot. The wind felt nice, and the swaying boat was like a theme park ride, which was fun. On the way to the spot, we even saw a whale up close, turning the manta tour into a whale watching experience. The instructor's explanations were also entertaining. We saw a mother and baby whale waving their fins and blowing water, which was already moving before we even met the mantas.
After moving to the manta spot, we waited in the water for the mantas to appear. We floated on large boogie boards, waiting for the mantas to come, attracted by the plankton gathered in the light. Not only mantas, but we also saw plenty of fish, so the waiting time wasn't boring at all. It felt like putting your face in an aquarium tank.
Finally, the mantas appeared, and the instructor pulled us close to them. The mantas swam gracefully, opening their mouths wide and turning while eating plankton, which was truly magical. We were able to see them from just 15 cm away, close enough to think, "We're almost going to bump into them!" The mantas were larger and more elegant than I had imagined, making it feel like a dream.
I wanted to watch them a bit longer, but we had to return to the boat because staying too long would make us cold. On the way back, it really got chilly, and I thought, "The instructor was right." I was shivering with my wet body, but I felt happy to have met the mantas and enjoyed the beautiful starry sky on the way back.
One of the reasons I went to the Big Island was to see mantas, and this tour did not disappoint. I highly recommend it.
現地集合のプランだったのですが、到着が遅れてしまったんです。「ボートは既に出航していて、もう参加できないかも。。。」と不安に思いながら現地に向かったのですが、温かく迎えてくださり、素早くツアーの説明をしてくださいました。本当に申し訳なく、そして、臨機応変の対応がありがたかったです。
ツアーが始まり、ボートに乗ってのマンタスポットへ。風も気持ち良く、揺れるボートは遊園地のアトラクションのようで楽しかったです。スポットへ行く途中に、すごく近くでクジラも見れ、マンタツアーがホエールウォチングと化していました。インストラクターの方のご説明も面白かったです。親子のクジラで、ひれを振ってくれたり、水しぶきを吹いたりしてくれて、マンタに会う前にも十分感動していました。
マンタスポットへ移動後、マンタが現れるのを待って海へ。ビート板の大きい判みたいな物に掴まってプカプカ浮かんで、光に集まったプランクトン目当てのマンタが来るのを待ちました。マンタだけでなく、お魚もいっぱい見れるので、待ち時間も退屈ではなかったです。例えるなら、水族館の水槽に顔をつける感じでしょうか。
いよいよ、マンタが現れ、インストラクターの方が近くまで引っ張って行ってくださいました。ヒラヒラと泳ぐマンタが、大きく口を開けて、一回転しながらプランクトンを食べていて、本当に幻想的でした。「もう少しでぶつかる!」と思うくらいの15cmの距離で見れたんです。想像以上にマンタは大きくて、優雅で、夢の中にいるような時間でした。
もう少し見ていたいくらいでしたが、あまり長い時間いると体が冷えてしまうとのことでボートへ戻り港へ帰ることに。途中、本当に寒くなってきてしまって、「インストラクターさん言う事は間違いないな」と関心しました。濡れた体で震えていましたが、マンタに会えた幸せな気持ちと奇麗な星空で、心は満足な帰路でした。
ハワイ島に行く目的の一つがマンタだったくらい期待していたツアーだったのですが、期待を裏切らない感動を与えてくれるものでした。お勧めします。
The staff were all high-energy and friendly! There were so many handsome guys, which made it worth participating just for that. (laughs) On the day of the tour, the sea was rough, and it took a while to find the dolphins, but I was moved to be able to swim with them. However, since we had to jump off the boat into the open sea, it was a bit tough for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer.
スタッフの方がハイテンションで元気よく良い人ばかりでした!
イケメンばかりで、それだけでも参加した価値あり。笑
当日は海が荒れていてイルカを探すのに時間がかかったけど、無事イルカと泳げて感動しました。
でも沖に出て船から飛び込むので、泳げなに自分には少しきついツアーでした。
Thank you for participating in the tour. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Please join us again on your next visit to Hawaii.
ツアーへのご参加ありがとうございます。
楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。
次回ハワイにいらっしゃる際にはツアーにまたご参加くださいませ。
On January 9th, my friend and I participated in a Captain Zodiac tour. We were the only two Japanese among 16 foreigners, and I was anxious because I had heard there wouldn't be a Japanese guide. However, they provided a Japanese explanation sheet and spoke slowly, so we were able to participate without any issues.
We took a boat to Kealakekua Bay, and at first, I was scared because the boat was moving at such high speed that I felt like I might be thrown off. But gradually, it became fun. I had read in previous comments that the rafting wasn't very thrilling, but I found it quite exciting and enjoyable. Moreover, we were lucky enough to see a mother and baby whale and their tails along the way.
During snorkeling, the coral was incredibly beautiful, and the fish seemed accustomed to people, allowing us to observe them closely without fleeing. They allocated plenty of time for snorkeling, so after getting tired and taking a break on the boat, we could go back into the water and enjoy it at a leisurely pace. It wasn't a problem for us since we had experienced snorkeling the day before, but I felt a bit concerned that all the explanations were in English for first-timers. However, the captain was very kind and communicated a lot through gestures, so I think it would be okay.
For the cave experience, we approached the cave with the boat, and it felt more like an explanation about the cave rather than an exploration. But on the way back, we encountered a pod of dolphins and a sea turtle, which made the experience very satisfying.
I think this is an activity you can't experience in Japan, so I highly recommend participating if you come to the Big Island!
1月9日、友人と二人でキャプテンゾディアックのツアーに参加しました。外国人16人に対して日本人は私達2人で、しかも日本語ガイドはないと事前に聞いていて不安だったのですが、日本語の説明書を準備してくれていて、ゆっくりしゃべってくれたりしたので、問題なく参加できました。
ケアラケクア湾までボートで行ったのですが、すごいスピードで進むので、ボートから飛ばされそうで初めは怖かったですが、だんだん楽しくなりました。以前コメントに、ラフティングと書いてあるがそんなにスリルはなかったと書いてあったので、なめていたなと思うぐらいスリルがあり楽しかったです。しかも、途中で親子クジラの姿やその尾びれも見れてすごくラッキーでした。
シュノーケリングでは珊瑚がすごく綺麗で、魚も人に慣れているのか近くまで寄っても逃げず、じっくり観察できました。シュノーケリングの時間を多く取ってくれているので、疲れて一度ボートに上がって休憩した後、もう一度海に入ることができ、ゆっくり楽しめました。ただ私達は前日にシュノーケリングを経験していたので問題なかったですが、初めての人だと説明が全て英語なので、その点が少し不安かなと感じました。でもキャプテンがすごく優しく、色々と身振り手振りでしてくれるので、大丈夫な気もします。
洞窟体験では洞窟近くにボートに近づいて、洞窟について説明してくれるという感じだったので、洞窟探検かな?という印象でした。でも帰りにイルカの群れや海亀に会えて、大満足の内容でした。
日本では体験できないようなアクティビティだと思うので、ハワイ島に来たらぜひ参加することをお勧めします!
On January 8th, I participated with a friend. There were a total of six participants, including four foreigners and the two of us.
We traveled near Kona Airport to go to a spot to see night manta rays by boat. The boat sped quite fast from the harbor to the airport, which felt like an activity in itself and was fun. Along the way, we encountered a whale and were thrilled to see its tail.
When we arrived at the spot, we had to wait until it got completely dark for the plankton to gather, so we entered the water once it was dark. All the participants held onto a board with blue lights and floated to see the manta rays. My friend couldn’t swim, and since it was my first time swimming in the ocean at night, I was anxious, but the staff had two people with us on the boat, which made me feel safe.
Most importantly, the blue lights attracted a lot of plankton, so the manta rays came right up to us, making me forget my anxiety out of excitement. We were briefed beforehand not to touch the manta rays to avoid harming them, but they came so close that it felt impossible not to, and it was incredibly fun.
Since we went in January, it was quite cold when we got out of the water due to the wind, but I was very grateful that they prepared hot cocoa and cup noodles for us.
When it comes to sightseeing on the Big Island, people usually think of dolphin or whale watching, but I think night manta rays in the ocean are also a great option. I definitely want to participate again.
1月8日友人と二人で参加しました。参加者は外国人4人と私達2人の計6人でした。
舟でナイトマンタを見るスポットに行くためコナ空港近くまで行きました。ハーバーから空港に行くまではボートを結構なスピードで飛ばすので、それも一つのアクティビティみたいで楽しかったです。途中でクジラにも会えて、しかも尾びれを見ることができてとても興奮しました。スポットに着いても真っ暗にならないとプランクトンが集まらないためマンタも来ないということで、真っ暗になってから海に入りました。参加者全員でブルーライトの付いたボードにつかまり浮かぶようにしてマンタを見ました。
友人は泳げず、、私も初めて夜の海で泳ぐので不安だったのですが、スタッフはボートに二人着いていてくれたので安心しました。
何より、
ブルーライトにプランクトンがたくさん集まるので
マンタが目の前まで来るので、、興奮で不安な気持ちも忘れました。
事前にマンタを傷つけないようにマンタには触れないでという説明を受けたのですがそんなこと無理というくらい目の前まで来て、すごく楽しかったです。
行ったのが一月だったので、海から上がると風もありかなり寒かったですが、ホットココアとカップラーメンを準備してくれていてとてもありがたかったです。
ハワイ島の観光となるとイルカやクジラウォッチングかなと思いますが、夜の海でナイトマンタもいいかなと思います。是非また参加したいと思います。
Walking in the middle of the ocean was such a wonderfully mysterious experience, and I was very satisfied. I was able to snorkel in the best spot and saw sea turtles, beautiful corals, and lots of fish! I also had a great breakfast on the boat.
Since I participated in January, it was a bit cold. A rash guard is a must!
海の真ん中を歩けるなんて、とても不思議な素敵な体験ができ、大満足です。
シュノーケルもベストな場所でさせてもらい、ウミガメも綺麗なサンゴもたくさんのお魚も見れました!
船の上で朝食もたくさん食べれましたよ〜♡
1月に参加したので、ちょっと寒かったです。ラッシュガードは必須です!
Aloha! Thank you for joining the tour the other day. Those are such beautiful photos! Depending on the season and the day, the sandbar shows various expressions. Please come back to visit us again. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!先日はツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございます。
と〜っても綺麗なお写真ですね〜。
季節によって日によってサンドバーは様々な表情を見せてくれます。
また遊びに来てくださいね。お待ちしてます!
Great and beautiful beach to experience on Oahu for snorkeling but the thirty minute walk to get to the good snorkeling part was unexpected, there should have been a shuttle offered.
We participated as a couple. Since we had a rental car, we joined the local meeting plan. I mistakenly went to the wrong meeting place, but it seemed to be a common issue, and they came to check on us, so we arrived safely.
I usually get seasick easily, but for some reason, I was completely fine this time. Before swimming with the dolphins, we spotted whales two or three times, and one of those times, we were able to see them incredibly close.
We found the main group of dolphins! Everyone quickly got ready, and they were really close!! We could swim within reach of them, and we did so multiple times. There were participants who weren't great swimmers, but our guide, Daisuke, escorted them. Since we could swim relatively freely, those who were good at swimming could enjoy themselves.
It was truly a fun tour, and I felt like I could swim forever! Captain Nawata and guide Daisuke are both very knowledgeable about the ocean, whales, and dolphins. If I visit the Big Island again, I will definitely participate again.
夫婦2人で参加してきました。レンタカーがあったので、現地集合プランで参加。集合場所を間違っていましたが、よくあることのようでそこまで見に来ていただき無事到着できました。
すぐ船酔いする私ですが、このときはなぜかまったく平気でした。
イルカと泳ぐまでにも、クジラを2~3回見れ、そのうち1回はものすごく近くで見ることができました。
メインのイルカも群れで発見!すぐにみんなで準備をして、ほんとに間近!!
手を伸ばせば届く範囲で泳ぐことができました。それも何度も。
泳ぎの苦手な参加者の方もいらっしゃいましたが、ガイドのダイスケさんがエスコートしてくれます。ある程度自由に泳げるので、泳ぎの得意な方はそれぞれ泳げます。
ほんとに楽しいツアーでいくらでも泳いでいたい気持ちでいっぱいでした!
船長の縄田さん・ガイドのダイスケさんも海・クジラ・イルカちゃんを知り尽くしている方々です。
またハワイ島を訪れたら、必ず参加すると思います。
I usually get seasick, but I think I was okay this time because I was so absorbed in swimming with the dolphins. I'm glad I could see them up close. One of our mottos is to provide the closest and longest viewing experience, so please come visit us again. I look forward to reuniting with both of you. Aloha.
普段は船酔いするのに、今回大丈夫だったのは、イルカと泳ぐのに夢中になられたからだと思います。
間近でご覧頂けて良かったです。 どこよりも近く、どこよりも長くご覧頂くのをモットーの一つとしてやっておりますので、是非又
遊びにいらして下さい。 お二人との再会を楽しみにしております。 アロハ
This time, I went on my first trip to Hawaii. Before reaching the sandbar, I was able to beautifully confirm the presence of the honu (sea turtle) and saw many of them. Thanks to Yuki, one of the cruise staff, who accurately pointed out where the honu were... (laughs) Everyone was a wonderful cruise staff member. I actually had given up on snorkeling because I’m not a good swimmer, but one of the staff encouraged me, saying, "Don't worry! I couldn't do it at first either. You can do it!" That motivated me to give it a try. Because of that, I had a fantastic experience. Thank you. I'm sorry I forgot your name. Also, the captain was cool!!! He was a refreshing handsome guy. Next time I go to Hawaii, I want to participate again. Mahalo.
今回、初のハワイ旅行で行きました☆。.:*・゜サンドバーに行くまでにホヌさんも綺麗に確認出来たし、沢山見る事が出来ました(,,•﹏•,,)クルースタッフの、ゆきさんがホヌのいる場所を的確に言ってくれたおかげでもあるんですが。。。(笑)皆さん素敵なクルースタッフでした。私は、実は金づちでシュノーケリングは、諦めてたんですがスタッフさんの1人がおねーさん大丈夫だよー。私も最初出来なかった。出来るよー!って励ましてくれたのでやってみる気になれました。そのおかげで、素晴らしい体験が出来ました。ありがとう。お名前を忘れてごめんなさい。そして、キャプテンもカッコ良かったです!!!さわやかイケメンさんでした(,,•﹏•,,)次回ハワイへ行った時は、参加したいです。マハロ
Had a great tine. They we able to accommodate us last minute. The guides were great and helpful. Saw a lot of turtles and they even took the time to take us to a group of dolphins that swam around and under our catamaran it was a highlight of our vacation
After taking a bus to the coast and boarding a boat, just three minutes later, we were lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins! I was really happy because I had heard that sometimes you have to search for wild dolphins. The guides were also very enthusiastic and made the experience so much fun!
バスで海のほうまで移動しボートに乗って三分後!幸運なことにすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇することができました!
野生のイルカだから探しまわるときもあると言われていたのでホントに嬉しかったです。ガイドさんたちもテンション高く盛り上げてくれてとっても楽しかったです!
It was a tour that was kind to children and created lasting memories. It was cold, so we couldn't go into the sea, but we were able to see sea turtles, and the kids enjoyed the atmosphere and the snacks we received. I just wish the weather had been better... but there's nothing we can do about that.
子供にも優しく、思い出になるツアーでした。寒くて海にも入れなかったけどウミガメも見れたし、子供達は雰囲気といただいたスナックを楽しんでいました。
ただ本当にお天気さえよかったらな…と仕方のないことですが。
it was a great day, the boat was really nice, we sat up the front with our legs dangling off the boat. we had two snorkel spots, both great, the water was a little murky but still saw a lot of pretty fish and some turtles. good equipment, nice friendly staff. the lunch was good. I have also been snorkelling at Waikiki but this was far superior. good eqipment, great day, highly recommend.
Thank you for the review! We're glad you had a great time and can appreciate the high quality equipment we provide for your snorkel tour. Hopefully we see you again, until then, we hope you enjoy Hawaii and Aloha! Your friends at Ko Olina Ocean Adventures
Beautiful bay, Blue Hawaii divers a husband and wife team were great, we were picked up, accessed the bay without having to join the long line that afternoon, good clean equipment. We saw a turtle which my son swam alongside as well as lots of fish large and small. One of the best days of our trip.
Hi Karen, thanks for the nice review. Glad you guys enjoyed. See you next time.
Dan
The sunrise tour on Maui was great, but honestly, there wasn't much else to do, and since there were no Japanese people around and my English isn't very good, I thought I probably wouldn't come back. I joined this tour on a whim the day before... I even booked it in the evening local time and printed out the voucher at the hotel. However, I was able to have various conversations with the guide, who was very considerate, and most importantly, I got to see sea turtles and many fish right in front of me, and I spotted whales multiple times during the trip... It was moving. And the lunch was delicious too.
マウイ島はサンライズツアーして良かったけどそれ以外に何もないし日本人が全く居なくて英語が得意じゃないからもぅ、来ることも無いかなぁ〜って正直思っていたし、このツアーに参加したのもダメ元で前日に…しかも現地時間夕方に申し込みホテルでバウチャーのプリントアウトした程でした……が、ガイドさんとは色んな話ができたし細やかな配慮して頂いたし何よりも海亀や沢山の魚が凄い目の前で見れて移動中に何度も何度も鯨が見れました……感動的です。そしてランチも美味しかった