All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I participated on March 9th. The day before, I went whale watching from Lahaina, and we were able to see whales on the way to the snorkeling point. The captain slows down the boat when he spots a whale, which makes everyone very happy.

On the day of the event, there were about 40 participants, and among them, only five were Japanese, including us. Our guide, Takako (who shares the same name as my wife), took great care of us.

As for snorkeling, the visibility and the number/types of fish were somewhat lacking... But since we could see whales during this season, it was still worthwhile. We also spotted three turtles. If you're just looking for turtles, the rocky area behind the power plant at Kahului Harbor is a sea turtle point. There are about 20 floating around. However, unlike Laniakea in Oahu, there are no sandy beaches here, so you won't see them basking on the shore.

３/９に参加しました。前日はラハイナからのホエールウォッチングに行ったのですが、シュノーケリングポイントへの道中クジラを見ることができます。
キャプテンもクジラを見つけるとボートのスピードを落としてくれるのでみんな大喜び。
当日は４０人ほどの参加者で日本人は我々含め５名、ガイドのタカコさん（女房と同名）がいろいろ世話を焼いてくれます。
純然にシュノーケルとしては透明度・魚の数/種類などイマイチの感が・・・
でもこの時期はクジラを見ることが出来るので良しでしょう。
カメもチラチラっと３匹見ることが出来ました。
カメだけでしたら、カフルイ港の発電所裏岩場がシータートルポイントです。
２０匹位浮かんでます。ただオアフのラニアケアと違って砂浜ではないので甲羅干しは見ることが出来ませんが。

It was absolutely wonderful! We were blessed with great weather, and the experience at Angel's Beach is something you can't easily have in Japan. It was fun, including snorkeling. The food was light snacks, consisting of sandwiches and chips, not BBQ. Including travel time, we will disperse around 1 to 2 PM near Waikiki, so you can plan something afterward, which I recommend.

非常に素晴らしかった！天気にも恵まれて、天使の海での経験は日本ではなかなか出来ない。シュノーケリングをふくめて楽しかった。料理はサンドイッチとチップスでいわゆる軽食。BBQではない。移動時間含めて13時-14時ごろにはワイキキあたりで解散になるのでその後もプランを組めますのでお勧めです。

I participated in this tour during the summer. Even though it's summer in Hawaii, the ocean at night can be quite chilly. I wore two long-sleeved rash guards, so I was relatively okay until the end, but I think it's better to borrow a wetsuit as it gets extremely cold towards the end and on the way back. I heard that there were none the day before, but on this day, they appeared in large numbers, and no matter how much I tried to avoid them, they kept bumping into me (apparently, they seem to like the lights of the boat). You can easily see manta rays just by holding onto a large buoy and looking down. I will definitely repeat this when I go to the Big Island next time. As for the guide, she was a smart and humorous woman. I think you can’t go wrong with her. She was the most considerate guide I’ve ever met. The male guide was a completely different type, but he was an interesting person once you started talking to him.

夏にこちらのツアーに参加しました。夏のハワイとはいえ夜の海。
長袖のラッシュガード２枚着で参加したのでわりと私は最後まで平気でしたが、
最後あたりと帰りの船が極寒となりますのでウェットを借りた方がいいと思います。
前日は全くでなかったと聞いていましたが、この日は大量に現れてくれまして、避けても避けても体当たりしてくるぐらいでした。（どうやらこの船のライトをお気に召しているらしい）大きな浮きみたいなものにつかまって下をのぞくだけでマンタが見れますので楽チンです。
こんどハワイ島に行ってもリピートします。
ガイドさんですが、女性の聡明なユーモアのある方です。こちらの方なら間違いないかと。
私が今まで会ったガイドさんでNO.1の気遣いができる人でした。
男性ガイドさんの方は全く違うタイプですが、話せば面白い人でした。

We participated as a family of three.
During snorkeling, I touched a long, blue fish that swam right next to me! I was thrilled to see many colorful and beautiful fish in the shallow area to the left as we headed toward Kealakekua Bay. Diving a few meters deep was also interesting as it brought me closer to the fish.
The sandwiches for lunch were very delicious! They were a bit small for the men, but it seemed there were some leftovers, so we could have seconds. There were also snacks and drinks available, which made me satisfied.
On the way back, we enjoyed dolphin and whale watching. There were moments when the dolphins swam alongside the boat without being scared or avoiding it! The dolphins put on a great show, jumping and twisting in the water. It was fascinating to see them do that without being taught.
The whales were dynamic, spouting water and slapping their tails. The highlight was when one repeatedly raised its pectoral fins and slapped the water's surface, almost as if it was saying, "Goodbye!" I was amazed to see a whale up so close.
It was an incredibly valuable experience. Thank you to all the staff!

家族３人で参加しました。
シュノーケルでは、すぐ近くに泳いで来た青くて細長い魚にタッチ！
ケアラケクア湾の岸に向かって左手の浅いところには、色とりどりの綺麗な魚がたくさんいて感激しました。深いところで数メートル潜ってみるのも、魚たちに近付く感じがおもしろかったです。
昼食のサンドイッチは、とてもおいしかった！ 男性にはちょっと少なめでしたが、いくつか余ったらしく、おかわりもできました。スナックやドリンクもあったので、満足でした。
帰りは、イルカ＆ホエールウォッチング三昧。ボートを怖がることも避けることもなく、中には並走する場面も！
イルカは、ジャンプしたり、ひねり技を見せてくれたり、大サービスでした。教えられたわけでもないでしょうに、どうしてそうするのか、不思議でした。
クジラは、ダイナミックに潮を噴き上げたり、尾びれを打ちつけたり…。最高だったのは、胸びれを何度も上げては水面を叩く様子。まるで「バイバイ！」って言っているようでした。クジラをあんなに間近で見られるなんて、感激しました。
すごく貴重な体験でした。スタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました。

On March 28, 2014, I participated with my two sons, one a university student and the other soon to be a high school student. The office staff were very kind and responded cheerfully to my limited English.

First, we took a boat for about an hour to Kealakekua Bay. By the time we arrived, my backside was a bit sore from the rough ride. We borrowed snorkeling gear, including masks and fins, and jumped into the sea from the edge of the boat. Near the Captain Cook monument, the water was shallow enough to touch, and beautiful fish swam close by. After thoroughly enjoying the underwater show, we got back on the boat for a sandwich lunch, which included drinks, snacks, and pineapple. Everything was delicious! My energetic sons continued to enjoy snorkeling before we headed back.

On the return trip, we went even faster! Driving along the coastline was thrilling! We saw cliffs that looked like the sleeping form of the volcano goddess "Pele," and we almost bumped into coastal caves, which felt like a theme park attraction and was quite exciting.

Suddenly slowing down made me wonder what was happening, and then we spotted a pod of dolphins swimming right next to the boat. They not only jumped but even twisted in the air! I was amazed at how skilled they were, wondering who trained them.

Moreover, out in the distance, we spotted a whale! As soon as we saw it, it approached at an incredible speed, allowing us to do some close whale watching! The way it raised and lowered its pectoral fins looked just like it was waving at us. It was my first time seeing a whale, and it was truly moving.

When we arrived at Honokohau Marina, we were greeted by dolphins and turtles! We had fun right up until the very end. Thank you to everyone on the Captain Zodiac for the wonderful memories.

【Tips for a Comfortable Experience】
The wind can be strong while the boat is moving. Having a larger bath towel and a light hoodie can be comforting.
You might get splashed, so having a plastic bag or ziplock can be handy.
You will be in the sun for a long time, so it's a good idea to bring sunscreen for peace of mind.
The water can be quite cool, so wearing a rash guard is comfortable.
There will be plenty of photo opportunities, so bringing a camera that can record video is recommended.

2014年３月28日、大学生ともうすぐ高校生の息子2人と参加しました。Officeの方もスタッフもとっても親切。拙い英語にも快く答えてくれました。
まずは、１時間ほどボートに乗ってケアラケクア湾へ。激しい揺れにちょっとお尻が痛くなった頃、到着しました。シュノーケル＆水中眼鏡、フィンを借りて、いざ海へ！ボートの淵からザブンと飛び入りました。キャプテンクックのモニュメント付近が浅くなっていて、さわれる程ちかくを綺麗な魚たちが泳いでいした。海中ショーをしっかり堪能した頃、ボートに上がってサンドイッチの昼食。飲み物とスナック、パイナップルつきでした。どれも美味しかった！ 元気な息子たちは、その後もシュノーケルを楽しみ、帰路に着着ました。
帰りは、さらに高速！ 海岸線を走るのでスリル満点！ 火山の神『ペレ』の寝姿？みたいに見える絶壁を見せてくれたり、海岸洞窟みたいな絶壁にぶつかりそうに入ったり、遊園地のアトラクションみたいでドキドキしました。
急に減速したので、？と思ったら、ボートのすぐそばをイルカの群れが遊泳中。ジャンプばかりか、ツイストまで見せてくれました。誰が仕込んでるの？って思うくらい芸達者で、びっくり…。
さらに、沖の方には、なんと！クジラが！ 見つけるや否やものすごいスピードで近づき、間近でホエールウォッチング！ 胸びれを上げ下げしているのが、まるで手を振っているみたいでした。初めて見たクジラ！ 感動でした。
ホノウコウマリーナに到着すると、イルカとカメがお出迎え！ 最後の最後までしっかり楽しませてもらいました。
キャプテンゾディアック号の皆さん、素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。
【快適に過ごすために】
ボート走行中は風が強いです。大きめのバスタオルと薄いパーカーなどあると、ほっとできます。
水しぶきがかかります。ビニール袋やジップロックなどがあると、便利です。
日差しを浴び続けます。日焼け止めは持って行った方が安心です。
海中は結構冷えます。ラッシュガードを着ていると楽です。
シャッターチャンスがいっぱいあります。動画の撮れるカメラを持っていくといいです。

I was really looking forward to the beautiful sea in Heaven, but it was very cold and cloudy.

It was disappointing because the sea was so beautiful despite the clouds (tears).

We arrived by boat and took photos right in the middle of the sea! If it hadn't been so cold, I think we could have taken many great pictures.

I definitely want to go again (tears). A Japanese woman explained things to us and took photos, which was fun! The hamburger we had for lunch on the boat was also delicious! We couldn't go snorkeling because it was just too cold, haha.

By the time we were leaving, the weather got better and the sea looked incredibly beautiful! I didn't realize how much the beauty differs between having the sun out and being cloudy (；゜０゜).

It's so frustrating!

The buses to and from the location were ridiculously cold, and I thought I might freeze to death in Hawaii. Everyone kept saying how cold it was (tears). After getting chilled at the sea, it was really bad, so I told the bus driver to turn down the air conditioning, but it was still freezing. It felt like a snow country tour; it was just so cold (;_;).

I absolutely want to have a revenge trip! The sea was really more beautiful than Waikiki Beach! Plus, we saw turtles!

天国の海楽しみにしていましたが
とても寒くて曇りでした。

曇りでせっかく綺麗な海なのに残念でした（涙）

船で向かい到着して海のど真ん中で写真を撮りました！
寒くなければたくさんたくさんいい写真がとれたと思います。

また絶対行きたい（涙）
日本人の女性の方が説明してくれて
写真も撮ってくれたり楽しかったです！
お昼に船で食べたハンバーガーも美味しかったです！
シュノーケルはあまりにも寒いのでやれませんでした 笑

帰る頃天気がよくなってきて海がめちゃキレイにみえました！
太陽あるのと曇りではこんなに綺麗さが違うなんて（；゜０゜）

くやしすぎるー

行きと帰りのバスがアホみたいに寒くてハワイで凍え死ぬかと思いました。みんな寒いとずっと言ってました（涙）
海で冷え切った後にやばかったのでバスの運転手さんに冷房弱めてくださいと伝えたのに
クソ寒くて
雪国ツアーかとおもうくらい
とにかくとにかく寒かったです(;_;)

絶対リベンジしたいです！
ワイキキのビーチよりほんとにきれいな海でした！あとカメも見れました！

The guide had a condescending tone throughout. Everything was in a commanding manner. It was the worst. I felt bad when they said that Japanese people are gloomy and therefore get drunk. If they are Japanese themselves, I wonder if they realize how their comments can heighten feelings of tension and anxiety in an unfamiliar place.

They also pressured us for tips, saying it should be over $10 per person. At first, they said tips were just a gesture, but is that not acceptable?

I was moved by the manta rays, but you have to rely on your own strength to float, which requires a lot of stamina.

It was stated that they would lend life jackets, but we only received fins and snorkels. The wetsuits were an extra charge, and it was different from what was detailed.

It's really disappointing, especially since the manta rays were so wonderful.

ガイドの方か、とにかく上から口調でした。
すべてが命令口調。最悪です。
日本人は、暗い・だから酔うなど言われ　気分が悪かったです。本人も日本人なら　慣れない土地にて緊張する気持ちや不安な気持ちをあおる発言はどうなのかな？と思います。

チップの強要も　一人10ドル以上でといわれるし。
はじめはチップは気持ちだからと言われたのに　それでは駄目なのでしょうか？

マンタは感動しましたが、自分の腕の力で浮いていなければならない為、体力いります。

救命胴衣を貸してくれると書いてあったのに、ﾌｨﾝとシュノーケルだけでした。
ウエットスーツは有料でしたし、詳細に書いてあることと違っていました。

マンタが素敵なだけに　本当残念でした。

The sandbar had a water level of about 10 centimeters up to my ankles, so I couldn't see the sand, but it was very beautiful. Friendly sea turtles came around the boat many times, and they were adorable. The food was surprisingly good for this kind of tour. It was a bit disappointing that by the time we were ready to eat, the curry that had been prepared was almost gone due to the order in which the boats were served!

サンドバーは、足首から10センチほどまで水位があり、砂を拝むことはできませんでしたが、とてもきれいでした。
船の回りを人懐こいウミガメが何度も何度も来てくれて、かわいかった。
ごはんも、こういうツアーにしてはおいしかったです。ボートごとに食べる順番の関係で、私たちが食べるときには用意されてたカレーがほぼなくなってたのが残念！

I was extremely satisfied!!!!!
The meeting was quite early in the morning and the price was reasonable, but it was definitely worth it!
We were blessed with good weather and the conditions were excellent with no waves.
On the way to the dolphin spot, we encountered a whale! We were able to see the whale's tail.
This year, I plan to buy a lottery ticket.

We discovered a group of about 50 dolphins in the clearest waters on the West Coast.
We jumped in at the perfect timing thanks to our amazing captain.
We were able to see the dolphins up close multiple times!
That sight is something I will never forget; it left a lasting impression on my heart.

Next, we headed to the sea turtle spot.
On the way there, we encountered whales again.
It seemed like a mother and baby whale were practicing their jumps.

At the sea turtle spot, we saw six sea turtles!
We were able to see them up close.
The fish in the sea were also incredibly beautiful.

In the beautiful sea, I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close, and I encountered whales as well.
I was captivated by the rich land...
I am extremely, extremely, extremely satisfied!
Next, I want to go to Dolphin University and Manta University!

超超大満足でした!!!!!
かなーーーーり朝早い集合でお値段もそこそこしますが、十分価値のあるものです！
天候にも恵まれ、波のなくコンディション抜群でした。
イルカスポットへ向かっている途中。
くじらに遭遇しました！くじらのシッポをみることができました。
今年は宝くじを購入しようと思います。

西海岸で一番海の透明感が高いところで、イルカさん50匹くらいの団体さんを発見。
超いけてる船長さんのタイミングで入水。
ばっちり間近でイルカを何度も見ることができました！
あの光景は今でも忘れられません。それくらい心に残ります。

続いて、ウミガメさんのスポットへ。
またその移動途中、クジラに遭遇。
どうやらクジラ親子がジャンプの練習をしている様子でした。

ウミガメスポットには6匹のウミガメさんが！
間近で見ることができました。
海のお魚さんもすごーーーーくきれいでした。

きれいな海で、超間近でイルカ・ウミガメにあえ
クジラにも遭遇。
豊かな大地にも心を奪われ、、、、。
超超超大満足です！
次はイルカ大学・マンタ大学にもいきたいです！

It was truly a wonderful tour!! I got to see dolphins and sea turtles, and the staff were cheerful and made it so much fun. Normally, I get seasick, but I forgot about it and had the best time ever*\(^o^)/* Thank you very much.

本当に素敵なツアーでした！！
イルカもウミガメも会えて、スタッフの皆さんも明るくてとても楽しかったです。
普段は船酔いしちゃう私ですが酔うことも忘れて最高の時間を過ごすことができました*\(^o^)/*
ありがとうございました。

We used this place for our graduation trip with a close group of nine friends from university. It was really beautiful! I definitely recommend going there when you visit Hawaii! The staff were very cheerful, and they took a lot of photos for us (*^^*). For lunch, we had a huge hamburger! It was delicious (*^^*).

大学の仲良しグループ9人で卒業旅行の際に利用させていただきました。
ほんとに綺麗でした！
ハワイに来た際は是非行ってほしいです！
スタッフの方々もとても明るくて、写真もたくさん撮っていただきました(*^^*)
お昼ご飯はおっきなハンバーガーでした！
美味しかったです(*^^*)

I was able to see dolphins after all. First, I want to commend the crew for their cheerful attitude. Despite it being early in the morning, their energetic greetings of "alo-----ha------!!!!!!!" and "HAHAHA" instantly lifted my spirits. The brightness they exuded is something you can't experience in Japan. It was a brightness that blew away the typical Japanese shyness of wanting to do something but feeling embarrassed. Next, I want to highlight that I got to see dolphins twice. However, I can't forget the shock of jumping in. Make sure to hold your goggles tightly, and when you jump in, first! Breathe out! If you mistakenly inhale like I did, you'll have a painful experience. It's literally painful, so be sure to listen carefully to what the crew says. But once you get past that, you can see the crystal-clear water, the white sandy ocean floor (have you seen it?), and the dolphins! Additionally, those who have been good in their daily lives might even get to meet Mr. Turtle and Mr. Octopus.

I'm really glad I chose this place to create memories at the end of my student life. MAHALO~.

　とにかくイルカには会えました。まず評価したいのはクルーのみなさんの笑顔の対応です。早朝にもかかわらず「alo-----ha------!!!!!!!」「HAHAHA」という元気な挨拶でテンションがいっきにあがります。日本人にはない明るさは、日本では味わえません。日本人の特徴としてある、したいけどできない恥ずかしさを吹き飛ばすような明るさでした。次に評価したいのは、イルカに二回も会えたこと。ただし、飛び込むときの衝撃は忘れられません。しっかりゴーグルをおさえて、飛び込んだら、まず！息を！吐く！私のように間違えて吸ってしまうと、痛い目にあいます。文字通り痛い目にあうので、クルーのいうことはよく聞きましょう。でもここを乗り越えると、透き通った水、白い海底の砂（みたことあります？）そしてイルカ！が見られます。さらに日頃の行いの良い人はウミガメ先生や、タコくんにも会うことができます。
　学生生活の最後の思い出づくりにここを選んでほんとによかったです。MAHALO～。

The Japanese staff explained everything from start to finish, so I was able to participate with peace of mind.
There were waves, and I got seasick, feeling quite ill even in the water. But I was really happy to see so many dolphins!
For lunch, I had a burger made by the captain! It was incredibly delicious!!!
I also got a tattoo sticker, which made for a nice memory!
I only had a little time for hula, but since it's not something I get to do often, I was glad to experience it.
It truly became a wonderful memory!

日本人の方が最初から最後まで説明してくれるので、安心して参加できました☆
波があったので、船酔いしてしまい、海の中でも波がひどく酔ってしまいました。でも、イルカがたくさんいてすごく嬉しかったです！
昼食は船長が作ったバーガーを食べました！すごく美味しかったです！！！
タトゥーシールも付けてもらえて良い記念になりました！
フラは少しだけの時間でしたが、あまりできないの体験なので、フラができてよかったです♪
本当に楽しい思い出になりました☆

We are a couple in our 60s, but we had a wonderful time mingling with the young people. Since I saw it on TV, I had been wanting to visit when I went to Hawaii. The Japanese staff member who was pregnant with her fifth child was as wonderful as the heavenly ocean.

60代夫婦ですけど　若者にまじって楽しい時間を過ごさせて頂きました。テレビで拝見してから、ハワイにいったらぜひ行きたいと思っていました。５人目のお子様がおなかにいて頑張っていた日本人のスタッフさん天国の海と同じ位ステキでした。

Since we had an infant with us, we decided to join the first beach outing at the sandbar! The tour guide was very friendly and kind, which made it easy for us to enjoy ourselves even with a child. The sandbar was truly beautiful, and I was impressed. We also had great memories with the sea turtles and coral (my husband participated in snorkeling). The hamburgers were satisfying and delicious! We joined in mid-February, and it was warm and the temperature was just right since it was sunny. The seawater was a bit cold, though. I definitely want to participate again when we visit Hawaii!

乳児がいたので、初海水浴をサンドバーで！と思い参加しました。添乗員さんは皆さんとてもフレンドリーで親切で、子連れでも気負いなく楽しめました。サンドバーは、本当に綺麗で感激しました。ウミガメも、サンゴも(主人がシュノーケリングに参加しました)いい思い出になりました。ハンバーガーも食べ応えがあってよかったです！2月中旬に参加しましたが、晴れていたので暖かく気温もちょうどよかったです。海水は少し冷たかったかな。
また、ハワイへ訪れた時は必ず参加したいです。

Stunning place! My husband and I had the best day! So easy and relaxing. Friendly staff. A lot more than just a snorkelling experience. Will definitively do it again. Highly recommend it.

I participated with a group of six for our graduation trip. On the way to the dolphin spot, a whale approached our boat, and everyone was so excited! I watched the video on Facebook. I can't believe the dolphins swam so close to us! Thank you for the amazing tour.

卒業旅行で6人で参加させてもらいました。イルカのスポットに行く途中にクジラが船に接近してきて、みんなで大興奮！Facebookで動画見させて頂きました。イルカもあんな近くを泳いでくれるなんて♡
最高のツアーをありがとうございました。

Yukiko, our guide, was very cheerful and friendly, and she referred to us as a flashy group of four. Even the two who had never snorkeled before were very happy to swim around the coral reef following the instructor. Unfortunately, it rained when we weren't snorkeling at the angel's sea, but it was a very enjoyable tour, especially seeing sea turtles. When we mentioned that we would participate in the Honolulu Festival parade the next day, Yukiko came to see us. Thank you to Yukiko and all the staff. It became a very memorable experience in Hawaii.

ガイドのYUKIKOさんが、とっても明るく気さくな人で、私達のことを派手な4人組、と言ってました。シュノーケルをしたことない2人も、インストラクターのあとを付いて珊瑚礁の周りを一緒に泳げてとっても喜んでました。あいにく、天使の海とシュノーケルしてない時は、雨でしたが、海亀見たりと、とっても楽しいツアーでした。私達が、次の日ホノルルフェスティバルのパレードに参加すると言っていたら、YUKIKOさんが来て下さいました。YUKIKOさんはじめ、スタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました。とっても楽しいハワイの思い出になりました。

Snorkeling was awesome! We swam with turtles and fish and even saw whales as a bonus. Captain Steve and Travis were great, very entertaining! Highly recommend!

We went on the 5 hour Napali coast snorkel adventure. Within the first 30 minutes we saw 10 whales and 50 dolphins! It was amazing. Giant turtles as well. We had about 30 minutes of snorkel time and a nice little brunch. While snorkeling there was an opportunity to get pretty close to a giant sea turtle and views of about 20 ft deep clear ocean to beautiful corral reef and tropical colorful fish. That's where the fun stopped for me. The further up the napali coast the more brutal the waters became. The waves were bigger than the boat! I have to admit this was nothing like what I expected . I was scared despite knowing that the staff and captain were experienced and careful, the waves and wind were just nothing like I have ever experienced. I've been on the ocean to Catalina island and didn't get sea sick, but this trip was another story. I puked and cried and puked some more! Two hours or more or puking and I missed the best part of the whale show for us. It was hard to enjoy the amazing views of the napali coastline because I was so sick but it truly was amazing!!! Don't do this tour in the winter and I think it would be breathtaking. The crew was amazing an took great care of all of us who got sea sick. They gave us water and new tissues. One of the guides even gave me his rain jacket to wear as long as I didn't puke on it! No gaurantees there, but the crew were lifesavers! Amazing amazing crew! One of the stores near by said that holo holo was the best and I believe them. They really took care of me and made me feel safe and well taken care of despite the circumstances. They even had ginger candy and saltines on board to help out. Crew also offered handy tips for other amazing views on the island

It was the rainy season, so the weather wasn't very good, but we all walked on the sandbar, had our photos taken by the guide, enjoyed snorkeling in the sea, and had a BBQ lunch. It was a lot of fun and very enjoyable.

雨季なので、お天気はあまり良くはなかったのですが、みんなでサンドバーを歩いたり、ガイドさんに写真を撮っていただいたり、海の中でシュノーケリングやBBQランチなどをいただいて、とても楽しくて良かったです。

I participated on my honeymoon. I never expected to swim with so many dolphins!

In addition to the dolphins, there was also a bonus whale watching! The hospitality of Captain and swim guide Daisuke was wonderful, and I had an amazing time. Thank you!

ハネムーンで参加しました。
まさかあんなにたくさんのイルカと泳げるとは思いませんでした！

さらにイルカだけではなく、ホエールウォッチグのおまけつき！
キャプテンとスイムガイドのダイスケさんのホスピタリティも素晴らしく、とても素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございました！

Originally, I wanted to join a different tour, but since it was fully booked, I signed up for this one. In the end, I had a very enjoyable and wonderful day, and I am truly satisfied.

First, let me mention a few points of dissatisfaction. The driver who picked us up in the bus didn’t respond when we greeted him as we boarded. However, he was overly enthusiastic during his self-introduction. The guide, who I’m not sure could really be called a guide, seemed to be a high-ranking person in the company and gave off a rather unrestrained impression.

On-site, there was a woman named Yukiko who managed everything. In fact, without her, the tour wouldn’t have run smoothly. The young male staff members were all cheerful and kind. I believe they must have learned various aspects of Japanese hospitality from Yukiko.

The tour content was genuine; the sandbar was amazing, we saw sea turtles, and we were able to go snorkeling.

Overall, the tour was thanks to Yukiko and the young staff. I am grateful to them and would love to go again. If anyone is considering other tours, I highly recommend this one.

本来は別のツアーを希望していたのですがいっぱいだったためこちらを申し込みましたが、結果的には非常に楽しく素晴らしい１日を過ごすことができて本当に満足です。
まずは不満点から。ピックアップバスでお迎えにきてくれた運転手さんは乗り込むときの挨拶に返事もしてくれません。ただし、自己紹介のときだけはやたらとハイテンションでしたが。ガイド（と言えるのか？）のおじ様は会社のえらい人なのでしょうか？やりたい放題な印象でした。
現地ではユキコさんという女性がおり、すべてをこの方が取り仕切っています。実際、この方がいなければツアーは回らないでしょう。スタッフの若い男の子たちはみんな明るくて親切です。きっとユキコさんに日本人向けのおもてなしをいろいろ教わっているんだと思います。
ツアー内容にも偽りはなく、サンドバーは素晴らしいし、ホヌも見れたし、シュノーケリングもできました。
とにかくユキコさんあってのツアーです。彼女と、若いスタッフたちに感謝です。また行きたいと思います。もし、他のツアーと迷っている方がいたら、オススメします。

Fortunately, the weather was nice, and the scenery was incredibly beautiful. On the way to the sandbar, we were also able to see sea turtles swimming.

Even though the surrounding water was deep, the sandbar had a shallow depth up to our ankles, which felt quite strange. The snorkeling was great as the water was clear, and we were able to see not only fish but also sea turtles.

Although both of us could only speak a little English, the guide and crew casually spoke to us in Japanese, allowing us to have a fun time.

I definitely want to participate again when I come to Hawaii.

運よく天気が良かったので、景色がすごい綺麗でした。
サンドバーに行く途中で、海カメが泳いでいるのを見ることもできました。

周りは水深が深いのに、サンドバーは足首あたりまでの水深で不思議な感じでした。
シュノーケリングも海が澄んでいて、魚はもちろん、海カメも見れて良かったです。

2人とも英語を少ししか話せなかったんですが、ガイド、クルーとも気軽に日本語で話しかけてくれて、楽しい時間を過ごせました。

また、ハワイに来た時にも是非参加してみたいです。

I visited Angel's Beach for the first time.

It may be obvious, but the ocean was incredibly beautiful, and it felt like I could be drawn into it. I also had the chance to see many sea turtles. Honestly, I was so happy to encounter so many sea turtles.

When we got onto the sandbar and took photos, the staff made sure that only we were in the pictures, creating wonderful memories. Every time I look at the photos, I remember the fun we had.

Lastly, the staff members were wonderful. I believe that thanks to them, this tour became even more enjoyable. Thank you for the delightful memories!

始めて天使の海にいきました

当然かもしれませんが、海がとてもきれいで、吸い込まれそうでした
また、ウミガメにもたくさん会うことができました
正直あんなに、たくさんのウミガメに出会えて幸せでした

サンドバーに上がり、写真を撮ってもらった時も、ちゃんと、私達だけが映るように撮ってくださり、いい思い出になりました
写真を見る度に楽しさが思い出されます

最後に、スタッフの皆さんがすてきでした
皆さんのおかげで、このツアーがより、楽しいものになったのだと思いました
楽しい思い出ありがとうございました

The weather was nice, and the sandbar was very beautiful! The crew members were very friendly and it was a lot of fun! Even beginners can enjoy it, and it became a wonderful memory!

天気も良く、サンドバーもとても綺麗でした！
クルーの方々がとても気さくで楽しかったです！
初心者でも全然楽しめるし、とてもいい思い出になりました！

I chose the local meeting plan since I had a rental car. I was worried about whether I could find the place in an unfamiliar area, but it was an easy-to-understand meeting spot.

Even in Hawaii, February is winter. Although the water temperature was said to be 25 degrees, the instructor mentioned, "It's cold enough to cry," so I honestly rented a wetsuit (for a fee) and prescription goggles (for free).

On the boat, we moved to a spot where we could see manta rays while watching the sunset. It was peak whale season, and I heard that many whales were spotted the day before. Unfortunately, during our time, only the captain saw one briefly.

I thought we would be snorkeling, but in reality, participants didn't swim; we all just held onto a pole and floated together. It might sound boring, but it was surprisingly comfortable as we could move long distances in the sea without using much energy. Swimming in the night sea was also a first experience for me, but since we were just floating together, there was no fear.

Mantas were attracted to the light that drew in plankton, but many fish also came close, making it quite a sight, comparable to snorkeling.

The detailed explanation about the mantas on the boat helped me feel a connection to each individual manta.

The light that attracted the plankton was enchanting and wonderful.

When you get out of the water, it’s “cold enough to cry,” so I recommend preparing warm clothes for participation.

I truly felt that it was a tour worth joining.

レンタカーがあったので、現地集合プランにしました。不慣れな土地で着けるか不安でしたが、分かりやすい集合場所でした。

ハワイと言えども２月は冬。水温が２５度ということでしたが、インストラクター曰く「泣イチャウ　ホド　寒イ」とのとこで、素直にウエットスーツ（有料）と度つきのゴーグル（無料）を借りました。

船の上では、サンセットを見ながらマンタがいる場所まで移動します。
クジラのピークシーズンだったので、前日ははかなりの数のクジラが見れたそうです。残念ながら、私達の時はキャプテン一人のみが一瞬目撃しただけでした。

スノーケリングをするものだと思いこんでいたのですが、実際は参加者自ら水泳をするのではなく、みんなで、ただ棒をつかんで浮遊しているだけです。つまらなそうですが、体力を使わずに、海を長距離移動できるので、意外と快適です。夜の海で泳ぐのも初体験でしたが、みんなと浮いているだけなので、怖さもありませんでした。

ライトで寄ってくるプランクトンを目当てにマンタが寄ってくるのですが、マンタ以外にもたくさんの魚が寄ってくるのでスノーケル並みの見ごたえがありました。

マンタの説明を船上で詳しくしていただいたので、それぞれの個体に親近感を持てます。

プランクトンを寄せる光が、幻想的でステキでした。

水からあがると、“泣イチャウ　ホド　寒イ”ので、暖かい服を用意して参加することをオススメします。

本当に参加して良かったと思えるツアーでした。

I participated in late January. It was cold and windy from the morning, and the sea was rough. According to the staff, the tours had been canceled the day before and the day before that due to bad weather, and even when they went ahead, they couldn't encounter any dolphins. However, on the day we participated, we were fortunate enough to meet many groups of dolphins. There were even baby dolphins swimming, which was very moving. After finishing swimming and getting back on the boat, it was incredibly cold, but the staff cheered us up with their cheerful attitude, making it a really great experience.

1月下旬に参加しました。朝から強風で肌寒く、海が荒れていました。スタッフによると前日や前々日も悪天候のためツアー自体がキャンセルになったり、決行してもイルカに遭遇できなかったようですが、私たちが参加した日は幸いなことにたくさんのイルカの群れに出会うことができました。赤ちゃんイルカも泳いでいて、とても感動的でした。泳ぎ終わって船上に上がってきてからが寒くて仕方なかったですが、スタッフの皆さんが陽気に盛り上げてくれてすごくいい体験ができました。

It was an absolutely wonderful place! Not only is it a lovely location, but it also has fantastic staff. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

最高に素敵な場所でした！
素敵な場所っていうだけではなくて、素敵なスタッフがいるというところも◎素敵な思い出をありがとう！

We had a great time with Captain(found the nametag)Liam, Captain Joe,and Cassie. Loved the colorful commentary, super sights and snorkeling. Even had a wonderful whale sighting. Hope you get driving lessons before you take the next unsuspecting tourists out. Thanks for a great time!