Reviewed by: ジンジンジン
My husband is not a good swimmer, so I decided to sign up for a guided tour with an instructor.
It was a great decision.
We got to see a lot of fish, and the instructors at Hanauma Bay were amazing.
Having two instructors made both my husband and me feel at ease.
It was a perfect trip to Hawaii to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary.
Thank you very much!
主人がカナヅチなので 思いきってインストラクター付きに申し込みました
大正解でした
たくさんの魚に会えました
さすが ハナウマ湾のインストラクターです
二人のインストラクターが付いてくれたので 主人も私も安心でした
結婚30年目にふさわしい ハワイ旅行になりました
ありがとうございました
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/20 |
Reviewed by: KUMI
I participated because I wanted to go snorkeling at Hanauma Bay.
The guide was very kind and spoke Japanese very well, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience.
There was time for practicing snorkeling, which was necessary, but it would have been nice to have a bit more time for swimming. However, I recommend it for those who are trying snorkeling for the first time or feel anxious, as they provide thorough instruction!
ハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングをしたかったので参加しました。
日本語がとても上手で優しいガイドさんだったので安心して楽しめました。
シュノーケルの練習時間もあったのでしかたないですが、もう少し泳ぐ時間もあると良かったです。
ただ、シュノーケリングを初めて体験される方や、不安がある方には丁寧に教えてくれるのでお勧めです!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It's perfect for sneaking out during a business trip. Just prepare your swimsuit and sunscreen (preferably cream type with over 85% protection), and you won't need anything else. A few older gentlemen participating might stand out a bit, but don't worry about it.
出張先、コッソリ抜け出して参加するのに最適。水着と日焼け止め(85%以上のクリームタイプ)のみ準備すれば、あとは何も要らない。おじさん数名の参加は、少々浮き気味ですが、気にしない、気にしない。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/19 |
Reviewed by: tomo
This time, it was a family trip with my parents in their 50s and my younger sister in her 20s, along with me in my 30s.
At first, I hesitated to pay this much for snorkeling, but the result was absolutely right!!! Allyn, who is well-regarded here, was very kind and charming☆
I really understood how to snorkel properly, and it was fun to swim with various fish and sea turtles!!
If we had just gone by ourselves, we probably wouldn't have enjoyed it this much, just swimming around the beach...
...My mother, who is nearly 60 and not a good swimmer, tried it but ended up saying "I'm scared of the water" during practice and relaxed on the beach instead. However! With Allyn's gentlemanly support and the beautiful sea in front of her, she seemed to have enjoyed herself thoroughly, and in the end, she took a commemorative photo with Allyn, haha.
I highly recommend it☆☆☆
今回は、50代の父母と20代の妹/30代の私との家族旅行。
シュノーケリングでこんなお金を払うのを、はじめは躊躇ったけど
結果は、大正解!!!
ここでも評判のAllynさんは、とても親切でチャーミング☆
シュノーケリングのやり方が、しっかり分かったし
色んなお魚やウミガメと泳げて、楽しかったデス!!
自分たちだけでは、ただなんとなく浜辺付近を泳いで
ここまで満喫できなかったんだろうな。。。
・・・60歳近くてカナヅチな母は、、、
チャレンジをしたものの、練習の段階でやはり「水が怖い」と言って、
浜辺でのんびりしてました。
でも!Allynさんの紳士的な対応と、キレイな海を目の前にして
充分に楽しんだようで、最後はAllynさんと記念撮影してましたw
オススメです☆☆☆
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/17 |
Reviewed by: みのごんた
It's an early morning meeting, but our guide Yuriko was very energetic, and the driver Domingo was really nice. The pickup may not be from your hotel but from the nearest hotel.
When we arrived at the site, they offered to rent wetsuits for $10 to those who wanted them. Prescription masks are also available for free, so you can try them on to see if they fit. I wore contact lenses and used a regular mask, which was sufficient for me.
There are indeed a lot of dolphins. However, since they are wild, when you go scuba diving, they might swim right past you and then disappear completely. It repeats several times, so those who are not used to exercise might get quite tired. After the dolphins, we headed to a turtle point for more snorkeling.
Disposable underwater cameras are sold at ABC Store for about $15, so I think it's a good idea to bring one. However, taking pictures of swimming dolphins with an underwater camera is quite difficult. It's not easy to wear a life jacket, put on a mask, and look through the viewfinder at the same time.
A photographer also accompanies the group, and you can buy an image DVD for $70. Since it was a special memory, I decided to purchase it, and they took quite a number of photos. Those who are interested can sign up on the bus and then go to another company in Waikiki to buy it.
There were no snacks provided, but on the way back, we were served a bento box with three types of meat on rice and some water.
One thing to note is that the boat does sway, so those who are prone to seasickness might feel unwell. In fact, a few people looked quite exhausted, and there were a couple who were feeling sick... I might have been one of those who felt a bit queasy.
Even so, the staff had a great atmosphere, and I think it will be a fun memory. Whether it's the wetsuits or the DVDs, there was no sense of them pushing sales; it felt more like an option for those who wanted it. Tips and taxes are included, so the only cash you need to bring is the $10 for renting a wetsuit.
朝早い集合ですが、案内人のユリコさんがテンション高いし、運転手のドミンゴさんもすごくいい人。
ピックアップは宿泊のホテルとは限らず、最寄りのホテルになります。
現地に着くと、希望者にウエットスーツを10$で貸してくれます。
度付マスクも無料ですし、合うかどうかとりあえず試すこともできます。
私はコンタクトをしてふつうのマスクを使いましたが、これでも十分でした。
イルカは確かにたくさんいます。
でも野生のイルカなのでスキューバをしたときは目の前を通過したと思えば、まったくいなくなったり・・・。
何回か繰り返すので運動不足の人はけっこう疲れると思います。
イルカのあとは亀のポイントに向かい、そこで再びシュノーケリングです。
使い捨ての水中カメラは15ドルくらいでABCストアで売ってますので、持っていくといいと思います。
ただ泳いでいるイルカを水中カメラで撮るのはすごく難しい。
ライフベストをつけてマスクをつけてファインダーを覗くのはなかなかできません。
カメラマンも同行していますので、イメージDVDと一緒に70ドルで買うことができます。
せっかくの思い出なので買ってみましたが、かなりの枚数が撮影されてました。
希望者はバスの中で申し込んだうえで、ワイキキの別の会社に買いに行きます。
またスナックはありませんでしたが、帰りにご飯の上に3種の肉が乗っかったお弁当とお水が出ました。
注意点としては船は揺れます。したがって酔う人は酔います。
実際何人かぐったりしてましたし、海に還元してるしてる人も数人・・・。
私も結構酔ってた方かも。
それでもスタッフの方の雰囲気もすごくいいし、楽しい思い出になると思います。
ウェットスーツにしてもDVDにしても、商売っ気は感じなくて、希望者はどうぞという感じです。
チップも税金も込みですので、現金の持参はスーツをレンタルする場合の10ドルだけです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/16 |
Reviewed by: ayamori
It seems that the time I participated was during the breeding season, so the dolphin pod was a bit more cautious. However, when I followed the student council president of Dolphin Junior High, I was able to see dolphins swimming just within reach. Ultimately, I encountered a pod of 40 to 50 dolphins, and I was moved by an experience that I can't have in Japan! The sea turtle teacher also looked like it was enjoying the gentle waves.
参加した時期が繁殖期だったらしくイルカの群れも少し警戒心が強い時期だったみたいですが、イルカ中学の生徒会長についていくと……ほんと手の届きそうなところをいるかが泳いでいくのが見られました。
最終的に40~50頭の群れにも出会え、日本では出来ない経験に感動しました!!
ウミガメ先生も波に揺られて気持ちよさそうでした~。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/16 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I think the difference lies in where companies can stand out since what you can see is the same across the board.
The good things were that they arrived almost on time, the service was good, and the explanations on the boat were well done.
What was disappointing was that the talks weren't very entertaining, and the biggest letdown was that I couldn't see any fish while snorkeling. It might have been unavoidable due to the large number of participants.
However, to come back without seeing a single fish was really disappointing. The sandbar was beautiful, and they actively took photos, which was nice, but I wanted to see the fish. It was very disappointing that they didn't guide us to the spots where we could actually see them and just proceeded mechanically.
見れるものはどの会社でも同じだからどこで差をつけるかだと思います。
よかったことは、ほぼ時間通りに迎えがきたこと、対応はよかったこと、船での説明がよかったこと。
残念だったのは、あまりトークが面白くなかったこと、一番大きかったのはスノーケルで魚が全然見えなかったこと。参加人数が多かったので仕方のないことだったかもしれません。
しかし、魚一匹も見れずに、帰ってきてくださーいって。。非常に残念です。
サンドバーは綺麗だったし、写真も積極的に撮ってくれたりしてよかったですが、お魚さんみたかったのに、ちゃんと見えるポイントも案内せず、事を機械的にすすめていたことが非常に残念でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/16 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
During my stay, I chose the day when the water would be shallowest, but unfortunately, the sandbar did not appear, and the water was only about knee-deep. Near the sandbar, where the boat stopped, the depth was about waist-high, and I walked from there toward the sandbar. I thought I could get down in the shallow area, so it was unfortunate that my grandmother couldn't manage it, but it seemed she still enjoyed being on the boat.
I wondered if the water would have been a bit shallower if the boat hadn't had issues that delayed our departure. The bottom was covered in white coral sand, and I could see the mountains of Kualoa, which were very beautiful!
While snorkeling, I even met a turtle that was a friend of the captain. It seemed used to people and came very close to us.
It was quite windy and extremely cold, so it might be a good idea to bring about two bath towels. The staff were very kind and made the experience enjoyable!
滞在中、一番水面が浅くなる日を選んだのですが、残念ながらサンドバーは現れず、ひざ下くらいでした。
サンドバーの近く、ボートがとまったところは腰上くらいの深さで、そこからサンドバーを目指して歩きました。浅いところで降りれるのかと思っていたので、残念ながら祖母には無理でしたが、船上だけでも楽しかったようです。
ボートの調子が悪くて出発が遅れることがなければ、もうちょっと浅かったのかなあ、と思いました。足元は白い珊瑚の砂で、クアロアの山々も見えて、とてもきれいでした!
シュノーケリング中にはキャプテンの知り合いのカメさんにも会えました。人に慣れているのか、すごく近くまで来てくれました。
風が強く、ものすごく寒かったので、バスタオル2枚くらい持っていったほうが良いかもしれません。
スタッフのみなさんはとても親切で楽しかったです!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/06/15 |
Reviewed by: Aunt Jen
Just returned from trip with my niece and nephew - 10 and 12 yrs. old -
we did this Sea Quest snorkel on our first morning, and couldn't have been happier -
Drew and Capt. Bill were professional, funny, and informative. Drew was excellent with the kids. Very safe conditions for all - definitely recommend for a snorkel excursion - more personalized than the big boat excursions.
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/15 |
Reviewed by: 808
I signed up for the early morning plan. I was finally able to go to the sandbar that I had always wanted to visit with my husband and my 2-year-old daughter. The weather in Waikiki during pickup was sunny! I thought this was going to be the best tour, but as we headed towards Kaneohe, thick clouds quickly covered the sky. My mood dropped, but our energetic guide Yukiko cheered me up, reminding me that such days happen. We boarded the boat and set off on the cruise. We took photos with Chinaman's Hat and the Ko'olau Mountains in the background, and we were able to spot many sea turtles at the turtle spot. Just as Yukiko announced, "We're almost at the sandbar!" I suddenly noticed that the thick clouds had disappeared, and it was completely sunny with the sparkling sandbar in sight. I was so excited that I was jumping around more than my child (laughs).
Since it was close to low tide, the water was only about ankle-deep, which was perfect for my child to splash around and play. We were able to spend an unforgettable time as a family. The local staff were friendly and great, and even though it was a 2-hour cruise, it was very fulfilling. We returned to Waikiki in time for my daughter's nap, so I think this plan is highly recommended for families with small children! I wasn't able to take good photos when it was sunny, so I plan to join again next time I go to Hawaii for a little revenge (laughs)!
早朝プランに申し込みました。2歳の娘と主人と3人でずっと行きたかった念願のサンドバーに行くことができました。
ピックアップしていただいたワイキキは晴天!これは最高のツアーになるな、と思っていたのもつかの-間バスでカネオヘに向かう山に入る間にみるみる厚い雲に覆われていきました。すっかり気分は落ち込んだのですが、元気印のようなガイドのユキコさんから元気をもらってそんな日もあるかと気を取り直してボートに乗り込みいざクルーズへ。チャイナマンズハットやコオラウ山脈をバックに写真撮影をしてもらい、ウミガメスポットでたくさんのウミガメを発見できました。もうすぐサンドバーでーす!のユキコさんの案内でふと見ると厚い雲はどこへやら、すっかり晴天になりキラキラ輝くサンドバーがあるではありませんか。感激して子供以上にはしゃいでしまいました(笑)
干潮に近い時間だったので水深も足首くらいだったのでちょうど子供がぱしゃぱしゃ遊ぶことができ、家族で忘れられない時間を過ごすことができました。
ローカルのスタッフもフレンドリーでいい感じで、2時間のクルーズでしたがとっても充実していました。お昼にはワイキキに戻れるので娘のお昼寝にも間に合ったし小さい子供連れにもおすすめできるプランだと思います!
晴れているときの写真がうまく撮れなかったのでリベンジもかねて(笑)また次ハワイに行く時も絶対参加します!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the Ocean Rafting & Lava Cave Adventure at Kealakekua Bay snorkeling.
I was a bit anxious about the meeting place, but it was easy to find.
The check-in process was smooth. It seems there are no changing rooms, so it's better to wear your swimsuit beforehand.
The rubber boat accommodates about ten people, but it felt stable and was not scary at all.
The guide spoke only English, but was friendly and made an effort to explain things using gestures, which was appreciated since we are not very good at English.
Racing across the Hawaiian waters was quite exhilarating. I was lucky to sit at the front and enjoy the speed.
Along the way, we encountered a pod of whales. It seems you can't always see them, so it was a great experience. A baby whale came quite close, and it was adorable.
We also saw dolphins playing and sea turtles.
As for snorkeling, as others have mentioned, the clarity of the water is amazing. Tropical fish are swimming very close to you.
Other tour participants brought their own snorkeling gear. If you're a bit nervous, it's better to prepare your own. If you're unsure about swimming, I recommend borrowing a life vest to enjoy it even more.
With the guide watching nearby, you can enjoy the Hawaiian waters relatively safely, so I recommend this tour.
ハワイ島 オーシャンラフティング&溶岩洞窟アドベンチャー ケアラケクア湾シュノーケル
参加しました。
集合場所が不安でしたが、わかりやすい場所です。
受付もスムーズに行えました。
特に更衣室などは無いようなので、水着は着用しておくほうがいいようです。
10人乗り程度のゴムボードですが、安定感はあり恐くはありません。
ガイドの方は英語オンリーですが、フレンドリーな対応で
英語が苦手な私たちにも 身振り手振りを交え、一生懸命
説明をしてくれて好感がもてました。
スピーディーにハワイの海原を疾走するのは かなり気持ちいいです。
フロント側に座れたので、スピード感が楽しめラッキーでした。
途中には、クジラの群れに遭遇できました。
毎回、出会えるわけではないようなので、かなりお得な体験でした。
かなり近くまで子クジラが近づいてきて可愛かったです。
ほかにもイルカが遊んでる様子やウミガメも見れました。
シュノーケルは、ほかの方も書き込みしていますが、透明度の高い海は最高です。
手が届く近さにトロピカルフィッシュが群れています。
ほかのツアー参加者はシュノーケルグッズ持ち込んだりしていました。
神経質な方は用意していったほうが良いです。
泳ぎが不安な方はベストも借りるとより楽しめますので遠慮せずに借りることを薦めます。
ガイドが近くで見ているので、比較的安全にハワイの海を楽しめますので お勧めのツアーです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/13 |
Reviewed by: NAO
I love snorkeling. The scenery is beautiful, so I recommend going at least once.
シュノーケル大好きです。景色が綺麗なので、1度は行ってみることお勧めです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/11 |
Reviewed by: vanilla
I chose to participate on the day with the lowest tide during my stay. The timing was close to low tide for this tour, so I joined. On this day, there were two buses filled with only Japanese participants. However, the staff handled everything efficiently, so the movement was smooth.
After everyone saw the honu (sea turtles), we headed to the sandbar. The wind was strong, and the water was cold!! Everyone was shivering. But I was so happy to see the sandbar, which I had been looking forward to the most since before the trip.
It was my first experience with snorkeling, but the staff's explanations were easy to understand, so I could see well underwater! However, I realized that you can't snorkel if you can't swim... Still, I was satisfied to have experienced it a little.
After getting back on the boat, I enjoyed the sandwiches and tea that were prepared. Since I was cold, the food was a welcome treat!
On the day I participated, most of the attendees were couples, but there were also families and groups of friends who seemed to be having a great time.
滞在中でいちばん干潮になる日を選んで参加しました。時間帯が、こちらのツアーが干潮時に近かったので参加しました。 この日は日本人だけでバス2台でした。でもスタッフの方が手際よく対応されていたので移動などはスムーズでした。
みんなでホヌ(ウミガメ)を見たあとはサンドバーへ。風が強く、海の中は寒かった!!みんな震えてました。でも旅行前から一番楽しみにしていたサンドバーが見れてうれしかったです。
私はシュノーケル初体験でしたが、スタッフの方の説明がわかりやすかったので、ちゃんと海の中が見えました!でも泳げないとシュノーケルってできないんですね…。それでも少し体験できて満足です。
船にあがった後は、準備されているサンドイッチと紅茶をいただきました。身体が冷えていたので、食べ物うれしい!
私が参加した日は参加者はほぼカップルでしたが、家族連れの方や友達同士で参加の方も楽しそうでした★
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with my mother. My mother, who is over 60, was nervous about her first snorkeling experience, but the instructor swam with us and explained about the fish, which made it very enjoyable for her. It became the best memory in Hawaii. Thank you very much. It went by so quickly; I wish it could have been a bit longer (laughs). Thank you for the photos as well! 😊
母と2人で参加しました。還暦を過ぎた母は、初めてのシュノーケリングに緊張していましたが、インストラクターの方が一緒に泳ぎながら、魚の説明もして下さり、とても楽しかったそうです。ハワイで一番の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。あっという間で、もう少し長くても良かったです(笑)写真もありがとうございました(^^)
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/06/07 |
Reviewed by: かっつん
This tour truly felt like a power spot, and I received so much energy from it. The staff were all very kind, and I definitely want to recommend it. Next time, I would like to join the BBQ tour!
このツアーはまさにパワースポットって感じなくらいパワーもらえました。
スタッフは皆さんとても親切ですし、絶対おススメしたい。
この次は、BBQのツアーに参加してみたいです☆
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/06/07 |
Reviewed by: チョコ
The pickup was the very first thing. We visited several hotels and got on the highway, taking just under an hour for a restroom break (I’m not sure of the exact location, but it was very close to Heia Boat Harbor).
We joined up with another bus and boarded the boat.
The weather was fantastic and calm, which was great, but unfortunately, we didn’t encounter any natural turtles. We all looked for them, but we didn’t find any. However, we did see a turtle at the sandbar. It was very friendly and would come close when we approached, but the guide warned us that if we put our hands down, it might bite, so we ran away with the kids (laughs).
The sandbar was unfortunately only about knee-deep, but it was very beautiful. It was a bit cold, probably because it was mid-May. Everyone was saying it was cold and seemed to be splashing around in the sea like they were in a bath. Plus, we had to walk from where the boat could go to the shallow area, and there were surprisingly many rocks and stones, so I had to carry my child because their feet hurt.
I also participated in snorkeling, but it was in a pretty deep area where I couldn’t reach the bottom, so I went alone, leaving my family behind. There were a lot of fish, but it was too deep to see the corals up close. It was just a back-and-forth splash, and honestly, it was boring. It would have been fun if there was a circular course to explore...
The barbecue was really delicious. Also, the donuts we had before going into the sea were hot and amazing.
On the way back, the bus had towels laid out and the air conditioning was turned off. It was very kind of them to allow us to stay wet. Everyone was exhausted, so we arrived quickly.
All the staff were cheerful and it was fun. It was reassuring to be surrounded by Japanese people.
I definitely want to participate again next time. Hopefully, during a warmer season...
ピックアップは一番最初でした。数ヶ所ホテルをまわり高速に乗って1時間弱でトイレ休憩(場所はわかりませんが、へエイア・ボート・ハーバーのすぐ近くでした)
他のバスと合流して、ボートに乗りました。
とても天気がよく穏やかな日で最高でしたが、残念ながら天然のカメさんには出会えませんでした。みんなで探したのですが出会えませんでした。サンドバーにいたカメさんには出会えました。すごく人になついていて近くに行くと寄ってきますが、手を下にするとかまれるよってガイドさんに言われたので子供と逃げました(笑)
サンドバーは残念ながら膝下くらいでしたが、とてもキレイでした。ただ5月中旬だったからか寒かったです。みんな寒い寒いってお風呂に入っているみたいに海につかっていました。しかも船がいける所から浅瀬まで歩くのですが、意外と岩や石が多く、子供は足が痛いって抱っこして行きました。
シュノーケリングにも参加しましたが、足が届かないかなり深い場所だったので家族をおいて1人で参加。お魚はたくさんいたのですがあまりにも深い場所でサンゴが近くでは見れませんでした。しかもただバシャバシャ行って帰ってくるだけの往復。正直、つまらなかったです。ぐるっと回るような周回コースがあれば楽しいのに・・・。
バーベキューはとってもおいしかったです。あと海に入る前にいただいたドーナツもアツアツで最高でした。
帰りのバスにはちゃんとタオルも敷いてあって冷房も切ってありました。濡れたままでOKでとても親切。みんなぐったりしてたのですぐにつきました。
スタッフの人達はみな明るくて楽しかったです。
日本人ばかりで安心です。
次回も是非参加したいです。今度は暖かい時に・・・。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Had a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Tought it was a bit pricey and would love to be out there longer but it was a great time and the instructors were wonderful.
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/03 |
Reviewed by: 松井
The Japanese staff provides explanations, so it's reassuring. Near the coast of Molokini Island, the former volcanic crater is deep, yet the water is highly transparent. There are many fish and corals, and with a float, even beginners won't sink, allowing you to just dip your face in and see underwater clearly. At the turtle point, I could see sea turtles right below me, and from the boat, I was able to spot turtles popping their heads out of the water.
日本人スタッフがいて説明をしてくれるので安心。
モロキニ島の海岸近くは、元火山の火口で深い、それなのに透明度の高いこと。魚も沢山、サンゴも沢山、浮きを付ければ初心者でも沈まないので顔を漬けるだけで水中が手の取るように。
ウミガメポイントではウミガメが真下に、船からは顔を出したウミガメを見ることが出来た。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/02 |
Reviewed by: kanahashizume
I made a confirmation call the day before the tour, but it was completely incomprehensible for us, as we couldn't speak any English, which left both sides in a bit of a bind... However, somehow it worked out, and when we arrived at the meeting place, we were warmly welcomed and were able to depart safely!
We had a 4-year-old with us, and since our child loves swimming in the sea and pool, they seemed to enjoy jumping directly into the ocean from the boat without any hesitation. However, since you can't stand on the coral, it might be tough for those who can't swim to accompany.
We were provided with kickboards and long floats, but as parents, it was quite stressful to swim with a child who can't swim. So, while I think children can participate and have fun, I would recommend joining after they learn to swim independently.
The sandwiches, fruits, and snacks for lunch were delicious. We were very satisfied with the meals.
On the day we went, we were also able to see baby dolphins jumping and playing!
There were many large fish! I had imagined small fish like those in Guam, but it was completely different! My daughter was delighted, saying, "It feels like we're swimming in an aquarium!" The staff even went out of their way to bring sea urchins and sea cucumbers for us to touch and enjoy since we returned to the boat early!
Although I couldn't understand most of the conversation since it was all in English, I think it was a tour that we could thoroughly enjoy because everyone, including the staff and participants, were very nice.
ツアー前日に確認の電話をしましたが、全く英語が話せない私達にはチンプンカンプンで、双方困ってしまいました…
が、まぁなんとかなるもので、集合場所に行くと温かく迎えて頂け、無事に出発出来ました!
私達は4歳の子連れでしたが、海やプールなどで泳ぐ事が大好きな子どもなので、ボートから直接海に入る事に抵抗もない様子で楽しめたみたいです。でも、珊瑚の上には立てないので、泳げない方が付き添いだときついと思います。
ビート板や細長い浮きは貸していただけましたが、親としては泳げない子どもを連れて泳ぐのは凄く気を使いました。
なので、子どもも参加は出来るし、楽しめるとは思いますが、一人で泳げるようになってからの参加をお勧めします。
昼食のサンドイッチやフルーツ、お菓子もおいしかったです。
食事にはとても満足しています。
私達が行った日は赤ちゃんイルカがジャンプして遊んでいる姿も見ることが出来ました!
魚は大きなのが沢山いました!
グアムなどの海にいる小さな魚を思い浮かべていましたが、全然違いました!
娘は『水族館の中で泳いでいるみたい!』と喜んでいました。
スタッフさんが、早めにボートに戻った私達の為にウニやナマコを取ってきて下さり、触って楽しんだりも出来ました!
英語ばかりでほとんどの話は分かりませんが、スタッフさんや参加者の皆さんは良い方ばかりなので十分楽しめるツアーだと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/02 |
Reviewed by: TOPDJ
Also $8 optional shopping trip to town ws not mentioned
Food could have been better, very greasy
Next time I would do pizza not the bbq/chinese option
Had fun on the beach even though snorkleing is not very good, too far to walk and water not the clearest up close
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: mikaro
Thanks to the very friendly staff, I was able to enjoy myself despite the unfortunate weather.
However, it was a bit disappointing as it was somewhat different from the image of a sandy beach. It is quite affected by the weather and the tides, so I might need to try a few times.
If I have the chance again, I would like to go back.
とても楽しいスタッフさんのおかげで、あいにくの天気でしたが、なんとか楽しむことができました。
ただ、サンドビーチのイメージとはちょっと違っていたのが残念でした。
天候と海の満ち引きの時間にかなり影響されるので、何度かチャレンジしないとかもしれません。
また機会があれば、行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a nice trip to molokini, the water there was so clear compare to other snorkeling spots. Although the wave there was turning larger at the end and we did not see too much fish. The staff was very helpful and experienced in helping people in the water.
Another destination was turtle town and we did enjoyed our fantastic turtle-experiences.
I would definetely recommend people to go there, but possibly earlier time (We took off around 8am).
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was a somewhat cloudy day, but the clear sea was really nice. The staff members were friendly and approachable.
当日は少し曇りがちな日、でも、透明度の高い海はとっても良かったです。スタッフの方々もフレンドリーで親しみやすかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
After the New Year, I went on my honeymoon. I wanted to enjoy the ocean in Hawaii, so I joined this tour.
The breathtakingly clear sea, coral reefs, tropical fish... and sea turtles.
I was able to encounter various creatures living in the ocean.
The guide was efficient and provided detailed and enjoyable explanations.
It became a very memorable tour.
Since you can take photos, a waterproof camera is an essential item!
正月明けに、新婚旅行で行きました。ハワイの海を楽しみたく、このツアーに参加。
息を飲むような透明度の高い海、珊瑚礁、熱帯魚…そしてウミガメ
海に棲む様々な生き物たちに出会えました。
ガイドさんは手際もよく詳しく楽しい説明をしてくださいました。
とても思い出に残るツアーとなりました。
写真も撮れるので、防水機能付きのカメラは必須アイテムです!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/29 |
Reviewed by: mamakuma
This time, I took my mother on an optional tour as a Mother's Day present. She was excited but nervous about snorkeling for the first time, and I thought that if we could see dolphins and tropical fish, her fear would surely disappear. Unfortunately, we spent about 90% of our time searching for dolphins, and while we caught a glimpse of them for a few minutes (5%) from the boat, we didn't see any once we got into the water (5%), and that was the end of it.
If 70% of the time had been spent searching for dolphins and the remaining 30% on snorkeling where we could definitely see tropical fish, we could have said, "We didn't see dolphins, but we saw so many beautiful fish, right?" I understand that dolphins are the main focus, but I think it would have been better if they had considered adjusting that ratio a bit.
Since this is not a cheap option, I believe everyone would have felt more satisfied if a vote had been taken before boarding. It's very disappointing. I can no longer recommend this to friends going to Hawaii. During this stay, there was not a single conversation about dolphins.
今回、母の日のプレゼントとして、オプショナルツアーに母を連れて行きました。
初めてのシュノーケリングでドキドキしていたのでイルカや熱帯魚がみれたらきっと大興奮でその恐怖も無くなるか思っていましたが、残念ながら、イルカ探しに90%ぐらい費やされ、船上では数分(5%)イルカの姿を見ることはできたものの、海の中(5%)に入ったら、全く見れず、それで終了になってしまいました。
イルカ探しに70%であとの30%は確実に見れる熱帯魚のシュノーケリングしてくれたら、イルカみれなかったけど、『きれいなお魚たくさん見れたからいいよね?』って話にもなるのに.....。
イルカがメインなのはわかりますが、そこらへんの割合をもう少し考えてくだされと、良かったと思います。
安いオプションではないので、乗船前にでも多数決で決められれば、皆さんもっと納得がいったと思います。
非常に残念です。ハワイに行くお友達に薦められなくなりました。この滞在中、全くイルカ中学の思い出話は出ませんでした。
Thank you for participating in the Private Dolphin Middle School this time.
We are very honored that you chose the Dolphin School as a Mother's Day gift for your third visit. At Dolphin Middle School, our captain and guides work together every day to do their best to ensure that our guests can meet wild dolphins.
However, as we are dealing with wild animals, there are many unpredictable situations, as we experienced this time. We are truly sorry that you could not experience the wonderfulness of the wild dolphins and turtles on this occasion. Based on your feedback, our entire staff will continue to strive to provide all our guests with a wonderful experience.
We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
この度は私立イルカ中学にご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。
3回目のご参加で、母の日のプレゼントとしてイルカの学校を選んでいただいた事
とても光栄に思っております。イルカ中学では毎日キャプテンとガイドが相談をしながら、
お客様に野生のイルカと会っていただくために最善を尽くしております。
ただ、野生の生き物のため今回のように予測できないことがたくさんあります。
今回は野生のイルカやカメたちの素晴らしさを体験していただけず誠に残念です。
お客様からのご意見をもとにスタッフ一同、更にお客様みなさまが素敵な体験を
していただけるように努力してまいります。
またのお越しを心よりお待ちいたしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/28 |
Reviewed by: REIKO
I didn't expect to see so many dolphins!
あんなにたくさんのイルカに会えるとは思っていませんでした!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/26 |
Reviewed by: mahalo88.y
My daughter wanted to go snorkeling on her graduation trip with five friends, so we signed up. After returning home, her feedback was that everything was fantastic. The activities at the sandbar, the time management, and the meals were all plentiful and delicious. The captain who cooked for us was also a wonderful person, and the staff seemed very kind. They even got to see sea turtles, which was truly moving! Overall, we were extremely satisfied, and we would love to participate again the next time we visit Hawaii.
娘が友達5人での卒業旅行でシュノーケリングがしたいというので申し込みしました。帰国後の感想は、すべてに於いて最高のようでした。サンドバーでのアクティビティ、時間配分、食事もボリュウム満点でとても美味しく、調理してくれたキャプテンも素敵な方・・スタッフも親切だったようです。ウミガメにも本当に会えて感動!とにかく大満足で次回渡ハするときはまた参加したいですね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Alex S.
Great trip. Enjoyed the catamaran trip to the sandbar followed by snorkeling and volleyball in the water; the burgers were great and snorkeling later with the turtles and fish was awesome! Highly recommended for anyone!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/24 |
Reviewed by: かじ
I participated on May 4th.
I had a great time meeting so many dolphins!
I dove into the area where the dolphins were swimming, and I was surprised when a pod came towards me?!
I was able to see many dolphins. There were dolphins jumping and spinning like in a show, playful dolphins, and mother-and-baby dolphins as well.
I felt surrounded, as if I was swimming with them.
I love the sound of dolphins, so being enveloped by their voices made me very happy.
Please be sure to experience it.
I highly recommend it!!
Thanks to Mr. Nawata. I would love to repeat this if I can go back to the Big Island.
5/4に参加させていただきました。
たくさんのイルカに会えてとても楽しかったです!
イルカが泳いでる所にダイブするんですが、イルカの群れが自分に向かってくる?!ってびっくり。
たくさんのイルカを見ることができました。
ショーのようにジャンプして回転してるイルカや
遊び好きなイルカ、親子イルカもいました。
囲まれてまるで一緒に泳いでるような気分になれました。
イルカの声が好きなので、声に包まれる感じでとても幸せでした。
ぜひ体験してみて下さい。
おすすめです!!
縄田さんに感謝。
ハワイ島にまたいけたらリピートしたいと思います
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/20 |
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この度はご利用ありがとうございました。
サンドバーをお楽しみいただけたようで、私どもも嬉しく思っております。
ご指摘いただきました魚に関しましては、野生の生き物ですので日によってご覧いただける数や種類など異なりますことご了承ください。
しかしながら、ご参加いただいている皆様にご満足いただけるツアーが提供できるよう、いただきましたご意見を参考に、催行会社と共に、よりよいツアーが提供できるよう努めさせていただきます。
またのご利用お待ちしております。
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