All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I only saw one manta in the distance. It just passed by in an instant. The water was cold, like a punishment game. The staff was friendly. I was able to walk from the office to the boat.

マンタは遠くに一匹のみ。
一瞬通り過ぎただけでした。
水は冷たく、罰ゲームのようでした。
スタッフはフレンドリー。
事務所から船までも歩けました。

Whenever I go to Hawaii, I always spend at least one day on this tour. It's fun no matter how many times I go, and the barbecue is delicious. This time, the weather was really nice, and it was the best. I was surprised to see a sea turtle up close.

ハワイに行くと必ず1日はこのツアーに行きます。
何度行っても楽しいしバーベキューも美味しいです。
今回は天気もとてもよくて、最高でした。間近にウミガメ接近でびっくり。

On the day of the event, the waves were high and the weather wasn't great, but the staff's strong desire for the participants to see the dolphins really came through. Thanks to their efforts, I was able to see the dolphins up close, even if it was just for a short time. Next time, I would like to join this tour again on a day with better weather.

当日は波も高く天候もすぐれてはなかったけど、スタッフの皆さんの何とかイルカを参加者に見てほしいという気持ちがとても伝わりました。その甲斐あってわずかの時間でしたがイルカをまじかで見ることができました。次回は天候のいい日にもいう一度こちらのツアーでお願いします。

I was looking for a tour to swim with dolphins on the Big Island and narrowed it down to two options: ① a small boat tour with about six people (no restroom, no shower, some snacks provided, possibly swimming close to dolphins) or ② a large boat (with restroom, shower, breakfast and lunch included, able to see dolphins but not swim with them). When I asked my kids, they preferred the large boat with a slide (more interested in that than the dolphins... haha), and considering my wife's health, I thought it would be better to choose the tour with the restroom, so I went with option ②.

In fact, two years ago, when I participated in a tour with Quicksilver in Cairns, Australia, the large boat had a buffet for lunch and was equipped with restrooms and changing rooms, making it very comfortable, so I chose a similar type this time as well. The departure location was a bit far from the office and unclear, but when I first went to the departure point and asked a crew member near the boat, they kindly guided me, allowing me to find the office and park the car successfully.

When I got close to the boat, the check-in was smooth, and we boarded. The boat was not as large as the one from Quicksilver in Australia, with six booth-style seats like those in a family restaurant, and there were bench seats back-to-back in the central area on the second floor, which had a roof, while the outer bench seats were exposed to the sun. By the way, for those prone to seasickness, the first-floor seats are recommended as they experience less rocking.

Since we had an early morning meeting, there was a simple breakfast buffet where we could eat as much as we wanted, including fruit. Also, I had accidentally submerged my waterproof camera the day before, so I rented a digital camera (GoPro) for about $30 with an 8GB SD card and chip. I think it’s much better than the waterproof disposable camera... I tried both, but the photos included here are from the GoPro.

Unlike the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, we didn’t go out far into the ocean but progressed along the coast. Therefore, we were on the boat for about 30 to 40 minutes. When we arrived, the staff distributed snorkeling masks, and the fins were located under the seats on the first floor, so we were told to choose ones that fit our foot size. The water was deep enough for diving, so I borrowed a life jacket (the staff will lend it to you if you ask; you can just gesture to indicate what you need... haha).

When I went to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia around the same time, the seawater was a bit cold, and I borrowed a wetsuit (to prevent jellyfish stings), but this time it wasn’t necessary (there were no jellyfish). The visibility was incredible, and I could see all the way down. It was beautiful.

We swam freely around the boat and slid down the slide from the second floor (the slide ends around the first floor, and you drop into the water from about one floor high). My third-grade son enjoyed it. The adults also had fun. Even without the slide, you could jump in from the second floor where there were no railings.

Around lunchtime, they started a BBQ on the deck, and we had a buffet-style meal centered around hamburgers. During this time, we had free time to eat or play until the departure time.

On the way back, we encountered a pod of dolphins that swam alongside the boat and jumped around. I think we were very fortunate with the weather. I did feel a bit seasick during the trip, but since it was a large boat, I could lie down in my seat the whole time, so I was glad it wasn’t a small boat.

By the way, we were the only Japanese on this tour. Even though we came all the way to Hawaii, it felt a bit lonely to be surrounded by only Japanese people, so I chose this tour, but thanks to that, I was able to make friends with an American who came from Los Angeles.

Since I got seasick this time, I rated it four stars, but the tour itself was great.

ハワイ島でイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーに参加しようと探していたところ、2つに絞られ、①6名程度の小型ボート（トイレなし、シャワーなし、スナック程度付、イルカの近くで泳げるかも）でのツアーか、②大型船（トイレ、シャワーあり、朝食・昼食付、イルカを見れるけど一緒には泳げない）になりました。
子どもたちに尋ねたところ船にスライダーがついている②大型船を希望し（イルカよりもそっちか…笑）、妻の体調のことも考えるとトイレが完備されているツアーの方がいいかと思い、②を選びました。
実際、2年前にオーストラリアのケアンズでクイックシルバー社のツアーに参加した時、大型船で昼食にビュッフェがあったり、トイレ・更衣室等完備されていたので、大変快適だったので、今回もそのようなタイプを選びました。
出発場所から若干事務所が離れていてよくわからなく、最初に出発場所に行って船の近くにいるクルーに尋ねたら親切に教えてくれたので、事務所を無事に見つけ、車を駐車することができました。
船の近くに行くと受付が行われていて、スムーズに済み、乗船。
オーストラリアのクイックシルバー社の船ほどの大きさはなく、ファミレスのボックスシートのような席が6か所、あとは二階席で中央側にベンチシートが背中合わせであり、そこには屋根があり、外側のベンチシートは日が当たるような状態でした。ちなみに船酔いしやすい人は1階席の方が揺れが少ないのでお勧めです。
朝早くの集合のため、簡単な朝食バイキングがあり、フルーツを含め好きなだけ食べることができました。また前日に防水カメラの内部に浸水させて故障させてしまったので、デジタルカメラ（GoPro）を借りました（8GBのSDカードとチップを入れて30ドル程度だったかな。防水タイプの写るんですよりは全然いいかと思います…両方試してみましたが。今回掲載している写真は、GoProのものです）
オーストラリアのグレートバリアリーフとは違い沖に出ず、岸に沿って進んでいきます。そのため30分か40分程度船に乗るくらいです。
到着する頃になると、スタッフがシュノーケルのマスクを配ってくれ、フィンは1階のシート下にあるので、自分の足のサイズに合うものを選んで使ってくれということでした。ダイビングもできるくらいの深さのところなので、ライフジャケットを借り（スタッフに言えば貸してくれます。というか、置いてあるものを手で持って、ジェスチャーで示すだけでもわかってもらえます…笑）
オーストラリアのグレートバリアリーフに同じ時期に行った時は、海水がやや冷たく、ウェットスーツを借りましたが（クラゲ防止も含めて）、今回は不要でした（クラゲもおらず）。
透明度がすごくて、思いっきり下まで見えました。綺麗です。
船の周辺を好き勝手に泳いだり、2階からスライダーで滑り下りて（1階くらいでスライダーがなくなり、残り1階分くらいの高さから）、水中に落ちる。小3の息子は楽しんでいました。外国人は大人も楽しんでいました。スライダーでなくても2階の手すりのないところから飛びこむこともできます。
昼食頃になるとデッキでBBQをやり始め、ハンバーガーを中心としたバイキング形式の食事になります。
この辺りは食べようが遊ぼうが出発時間までは自由時間です。
帰り道でイルカの群れに遭遇し、船と並走して、ジャンプしたりしてくれました。
天気にも恵まれて大変よかったと思います。
途中船酔い状態になりましたが、やはり大型船だったため、ずっとシートで横になっていることができたので、小型ボートでなくてよかったと思いました。
ちなみにこのツアーですが日本人はうちだけでした。せっかくハワイまで来たのに、周りが日本人ばかりというのもちょっと寂しいので、そのようなツアーにしましたが、お陰でロスから来られたアメリカ人の方と仲良くすることができました。
今回酔ってしまったので、星4つとしましたが、ツアー自体はいいものです。

I was anxious because the bus didn't arrive for 30 minutes after our meeting time, but it eventually came, so I thought it might be the relaxed style of Hawaii. The Japanese guide provided thorough explanations and kept the atmosphere lively, and I was able to swim with sea turtles. It was truly paradise! It changed my perspective on life. Thank you very much!

待ち合わせ時間からバスが30分来なくて焦りましたが
ちゃんと来たので、ハワイのゆっくりなスタイルなのかなと思いました
日本人ガイドさんがしっかり説明して頂けて、盛り上げてくれるし、ウミガメ一緒に泳げました
まさに天国でした！人生の価値観が変わります
ありがとうございました

I participated with my daughter who is studying abroad in Hawaii. The feeling of standing on the sand while being surrounded by the ocean in 360° was an emotional experience that you can't have in Japan. It was also my first time snorkeling, and the instructions were very thorough, so we swam together without any anxiety and had a great time. We saw a lot of fish as well.

However, since it was still the rainy season in March and it was early in the morning, it was a bit cold, and the only drink available was cold soda. It was also a bit disappointing that there was no warm coffee during snack time, so I would rate it minus one star for that.

The staff members were all very cheerful and energetic, and they took a lot of photos for us, which was great. We had plans afterward, so we chose the early morning plan, but I think those with more time could join a plan that allows for a more leisurely experience.

　ハワイに留学中の娘と参加しました。３６０°海の中なのに砂場に立っている、という不思議な感覚は日本では味わえない感動的なものでした。スノーケリングも初めて体験しましたが、とても丁寧に説明していただき、みんなで泳いでいくので、全く不安がなく楽しめました。たくさん魚も見られました。
　ただ、３月はまだ雨季で朝早かったので少し寒く、飲み物が冷たい炭酸しかなかったり、スナックタイムにも暖かいコーヒーがなかったり、ということが少し残念でしたのでマイナス１です。
　スタッフの方たちは、みんなすごく明るく元気で写真もたくさん撮ってもらえてよかったです。私たちはそのあと予定があったので、早朝プランにしましたが、時間のある方はもっとゆっくりできるプランに参加されてもいいと思います。

The weather was nice, and it was a place more beautiful and wonderful than I imagined. I really felt that it was worth coming here! I even got to see a sea turtle while snorkeling, which made me very satisfied! The hamburger was delicious, and I was really happy to have hot cocoa after coming out of the sea. It gets chilly after swimming, so a cover-up is essential. I'm glad I brought a rash guard since the sun was strong. The staff were friendly, and I had a great time! I want to go again.

天気もよくて、想像以上に綺麗で素敵な場所でした。
来てよかったーって本当に思いました♬
シュノーケルではウミガメにも会えたし、大満足！
ハンバーガーもおいしかったし、海から上がった後のホットココアがすごく嬉しかったです。海からあがると冷えるので羽織りものは必須ですね。
日差し強いのでラッシュガードは持ってってよかったです。
スタッフの方もフレンドリーでとっても楽しかったです！
また行きたいな。

I participated in the tour with my 8-year-old and 6-year-old sons. Honestly, both of them were a bit anxious about swimming, and I was a little worried before joining the tour. But with our kind and reliable swim guide, Daisuke, I felt reassured! Once we set off, both my kids and I completely relaxed. The boat ride was comfortable, and I didn't have to worry about seasickness.

We were able to see dolphins right away, and they swam close to us multiple times. The happy dolphins showed off by jumping several times. They swam by us, displaying various expressions as they played together. Hearing the dolphins' sounds was truly moving and gave me goosebumps.

Daisuke not only ensures that the guests have fun but also prioritizes not putting any stress on the dolphins. He knows a lot about dolphins, so while other boat groups seemed to be desperately chasing after them, Daisuke thought about the dolphins' pathways, letting us enter the water quietly, and the dolphins would come close to us.

Do you believe that dolphins and humans can communicate? Daisuke asked me this, and now I truly believe they can. Since then, I've started dreaming about dolphins. I want to visit them again someday. I highly recommend this tour for those who want to be healed, connect with dolphins, or feel a bit anxious about the sea.

I was really lucky to see a humpback whale, which I thought I wouldn't be able to see in April. Thank you so much, Daisuke!

8歳と6歳の息子を連れて参加しました。正直、二人とも泳ぎに不安があり、ツアー参加前はちょっと心配な気持ちもありました。でも、このツアーには、優しくて頼もしいスイムガイドのダイスケさんがいるから大丈夫です！！出発してからは私も子供もすっかりリラックスモードでした。船の乗り心地も良く、船酔いの心配もありませんでした。
イルカにも、すぐに会うことが出来、何度も近くを泳いでくれました。ご機嫌が良いイルカは何度もジャンプを見せてくれました。親子で泳ぐ姿、じゃれあいながら泳ぐ姿、いろんな表情を見せながら私達の近くを通って行きました。イルカの声を聞いた時には鳥肌が立つような感動でした。
ダイスケさんはお客さんを楽しませることはもちろん、イルカに負担を掛けないことも大切にしています。イルカの事を熟知しているので、他のボートのグループはイルカの後を必死に追いかけている感じなのに対し、ダイスケさんはイルカの通り道を考えて私たちを入水させ、静かに待っていると本当にイルカの方から近くを通って行ってくれるんです。
イルカと人は会話できると信じますか？とダイスケさんに聞かれたけれど、今は出来ると心から信じています。あれからイルカの夢を見るようになりました。またいつかイルカちゃん達に会いに行きたいです。癒されたい方、イルカと心を通わせて見たい方、海にちょっと不安がある方にお勧めしたいツアーです。
4月でもう会えないだろうなと思っていたザトウクジラにも会うことが出来て本当にラッキーでした。ダイスケさん、本当にありがとうございました！！

What a great crew!! Cap is so knowledgable and so chill. Me and my friend had a great time here.

Perfect trip. Short ride out to snorkel, but diverted a few minutes to see dolphins. Snorkeling was great. Instructions for first timers, but we had Done before. My 14 & 17 year olds loved it. Swamnright up to turtles and fish. Hope my underwater pics come out. After about 45 minutes, came aboard for quick lunch and drinks. Then took about an hours sail out past diamond head. Very relaxing on the nets but you will get soaked. Also, I read one review about being uncomfortable and unable to sit in nets??? There were plenty of places to sit elsewhere and out of the spray. Sounds like they may have been on the wrong boat. Anyway, I highly recommend and will maybe do a sunset cruise next time. This 50+ from Georgia had a blast.

Despite the cloudy and Rainy conditions the staff made it an excellent and enjoyable experience! The sandbar volleyball was fun! The only critique I would have is to clean the bathrooms more regularly as they were backed up and it made the whole inside cabin smell.

This trip was really good, there were a few little downfalls, but overall we really had a great time! The only negatives were that we had to snorkel as soon as we went out that morning because the captain had warned us it would be too rough by the afternoon, so it was a little chilly at 9 am and our snorkel spot didn't have much to see. When we got back on board, there was a really nice breakfast waiting for us and drinks flowing. We saw some sea turtles and whales and dolphins, and the captain always slowed down and let us get pics, etc. The ride out to the Na Pali Coast was awesome...(got really rough towards the end, and a few people were a little green), but when we stopped at the coast.....we all felt it was totally worth it for those views....amazing!!! We had lots of time for pics, the crew was awesome...full of interesting info and facts, and so quick to get you drinks or take your pic...they made it really great!! Lunch was also really good and we rode on the nets on the way back with the waves splashing up on us....really had a great day!!

I participated with my daughter. There were 10 foreign participants and only the two of us from Japan. I wasn't very confident in my English, so I was quite anxious, but I received a Japanese printout at the reception, which helped me understand the general flow of the event, so I was glad to participate.

The rubber boat was very bumpy, and I was desperately holding on, but my daughter was having a great time and was very excited. On the way back, the boat rocked violently from side to side and turned, making it feel like we were on a roller coaster at an amusement park. There were some elderly participants, but they seemed to enjoy themselves, so I think age shouldn't be a concern.

In Kealakekua Bay, we were able to see colorful fish, which became a wonderful memory. We borrowed flotation devices to wear around our bodies and snorkeled, so my daughter, who isn't a strong swimmer, felt safe. The captain shared various stories, and everyone had a friendly atmosphere as the tour concluded.

We were also lucky enough to see whales during the trip, which made us very happy. Since the sun is quite strong, I recommend reapplying sunscreen several times. Hats can be blown away by the wind, so if you're concerned about sunburn on your head, it might be a good idea to wear a hood and secure it with a string. After snorkeling, it gets chilly, so having a hoodie or a large bath towel would be helpful.

娘と2人で参加しました。参加者は外国人の方10名と日本人は私達2人だけでした。
英語が得意ではないので、かなり不安でしたが、受付で日本語のプリントをいただいたので、大体の流れを把握した上で参加できて良かったです。
前日に予約確認が必要でしたが、ホテルの方にお願いして電話してもらいました。

ゴムボートはとにかく、揺れが激しく私は掴まっているのに必死でしたが、娘はとにかく楽しく大興奮していました。帰り道では、ボートを激しく左右に動かしたり、旋回したりと
まるで、遊園地のジェットコースターに乗っている気分でした。
参加者の中にはかなり高齢の方もいらっしゃいまいしたが、楽しく参加されていたので、
ご年齢は気になさらなくても大丈夫だと思います。

ケアラケクア湾では、色とりどりの魚たちを見ることができて、最高の思い出になりました。身体に巻く浮き具を借りて、スノーケルをしたので、泳ぎの得意でない娘も安心でした。
キャプテンが色々なお話をしてくれて、皆さん和気あいあいとしていい雰囲気でツアーは
終了しました。
移動中には、鯨を見ることもできて、嬉しかったです。
かなり日差しが強いので、日焼け止めクリームを何度か塗り直す方がいいと思います。
帽子は風で飛んでしまうので、頭の日焼けが気になる方は、フードをかぶり紐で止めるといいかもしれません。スノーケル後は冷えるので、パーカーや大きめのバスタオルがあると
いいと思います。

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。