All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I stayed at Aulani in October. Although I was alone, there were staff members who spoke Japanese and provided thorough explanations, so I had no issues. I didn't get to see any dolphins, but I was able to see many sea turtles while snorkeling, and I enjoyed spending an hour in the ocean, which was great. For breakfast, I had pastries, and for lunch, I made sandwiches with bread, vegetables, cheese, and ham as I liked. Eating after snorkeling on the yacht was very delicious and satisfying. However, there was one issue. I happened to share the same last name with another group of Japanese guests, and it was mistakenly noted that I wasn't participating. After returning home, I contacted them, and they responded politely, which was good. When I go to Hawaii again in July next year, I would like to participate with my family.

１０月アウラニ宿泊時に利用しました。１人でしたが、日本語を話せるスタッフがいて、しっかり説明をしてくれたので問題はありませんでした。イルカには会えませんでしたが、シュノーケルでウミガメをたくさん見られ、１時間じっくり海で楽しめたので良かったです。朝食には菓子パン、昼食はパンに野菜やチーズ、ハムを好きに挟んで食べました。ヨットの上でシュノーケル後に食べるととても美味しく満足でした。ただ一点問題がありました。もう一組の日本人とたまたま同姓で、私が参加していないことになっていました。帰国後連絡したところ、丁寧に対応していただけましたので良かったです。来年７月にハワイに行く時は、家族と一緒に参加したいと思います。

This time we departed from Kailua Pier. The boat that raced at high speed to Kealakekua Bay felt like an attraction and was exhilarating! We were the only Japanese people on board, which made us a bit worried, but when we communicated our needs, they helped us put on our goggles and lent us a float during snorkeling. It was our first time snorkeling, but we were able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The sea where we snorkeled was quite deep, and it was beautiful to see so many fish swimming close to us; I could have watched them forever. After snorkeling, they served snacks, fruits, and drinks, and the pineapple was especially delicious! The lava cave adventure was more about observing and receiving explanations from outside rather than entering the cave, but they brought us close enough to truly feel the power of nature. On the way back, we unexpectedly encountered a pod of dolphins and were thrilled to see them jump up close, just like in an aquarium show. The other participants seemed fine, but I got cold from snorkeling, so it was a good decision to bring a hoodie.

今回はカイルア桟橋からの出発でした。ケアラケクア湾まで猛スピードで走る船はアトラクションのようで爽快！日本人は私達二人だけで少し心配でしたが、きちんと要望を伝えると、ゴーグルをはめるのを手伝ってくれたり、シュノーケリングの際には浮き輪を貸してもらえらたりとはじめてのシュノーケリングでしたが安心して楽しめました。シュノーケリングをした海はかなりの深さがあり、自分の近くをたくさんの魚が泳ぐ姿はとてもきれいで見ていて飽きませんでした。シュノーケリング後、お菓子やフルーツ・飲み物を出してくれ、特にパイナップルがおいしかったです♪溶岩洞窟アドベンチャーは、洞窟に入るのではなく、外から様子を見て説明を受けるという感じですが近くまで寄ってくれるので自然のパワーを十分に感じられます。帰る途中、偶然（？）イルカの群れに遭遇し、水族館のショーさながらのジャンプを間近で見れたことには感動しました。
他の参加者の方たちは大丈夫そうでしたが、私はシュノーケリングで体が冷えてしまったので、パーカを持って行って正解でした。

My kids had a great time as did my husband, but I did not. I can swim, but am not used to deep water (35 feet) and the waves. I asked for an adult life jacket and was told to just hang on to the rope on the back of the boat. I should have asked another crew member as Tiffany and Jason were awesome, but the guy I asked at the back told me it wouldn't help. So I was left panicking at the back of the boat while my husband went out with my two young boys. In hindsight, bring your own life jacket if you or your kids need one to make sure it fits and works for you. I'm sure my boys will go again, but I'll stay on shore.

I imagined a colorful school of fish when I signed up, but it seems the tour took us to a point where we could see sea turtles, which was great. There were only a small group of tiny black fish. The description about seeing beautiful fish was incorrect.

カラフルな魚の群れ泳ぐ姿を想像して申し込みましたが、ウミガメを見られるポイントに連れて行くツアーだったようで、それは◎。
魚は真っ黒いさかなの小さな群れが少し。きれいな魚がみられる・・・という案内文は間違いですね

My mother really wanted to see the sandbar, so we planned our visit considering the tour schedule and the tide times. I went with a slight hope that there might be some sand visible, but unfortunately, the sandbar was completely submerged. It was shallow enough that my mother was happy, though. How many days a month can visitors actually stand on the sandbar? I have been to Long Beach in Palau, so I wasn't particularly impressed. I think people who haven't been to Palau would find it quite moving, but I wouldn't recommend it to those who have. However, we did get to see a lot of sea turtles, which was really fun. I didn't expect to see so many!

母が、ぜひサンドバーを見たいとのことで、ツアーの時間と、干満の時間を考えて参加しました。砂が少しでも出ているところがあるかなーとわずかな期待をもって行きましたが、やっぱり砂州は一部分も出ていませんでした。それなりに浅かったので母は喜んでいましたが。月に何日くらいお客さんが砂州状態に立てるのでしょうか。私はパラオのロングビーチに行ったことがあるので、感動がありませんでした。パラオに行ったことがない人は、それなりの感動が得られると思いますが、パラオに行ったことがある人にはお勧めしません。ウミガメにはたくさん会えて楽しかったです。あんなにいるとは思いませんでした。

I was drawn to the rafting and the phrase "Lava Cave Adventure," so I joined this tour. Everyone else was American. I couldn't understand English at all, but I was able to enjoy the atmosphere.

Seeing the Big Island of Hawaii from the sea was impressive, and it reminded me that there are still many uncharted areas and that it is a volcanic island. On the way there, I was nervous because I wasn't used to the speed of the boat and the seating position, but I got used to it on the way back. To see the land from my seat, I had to turn my body, so choosing the right seating point is important. The boat occasionally slowed down and spun around, which felt like riding a roller coaster and was fun.

It was my first time snorkeling, and there were plenty of fish, which I enjoyed. They lent floaties to those who were inexperienced, so I think it alleviated the anxiety for beginners. There was no explanation of how long we would be snorkeling, so I didn't know when it would end. The fruit they served on the boat was very delicious. Since my body was cold, it would have been even better if they had offered warm drinks instead of just water.

I had imagined cave exploration with the phrase "Lava Cave Adventure," but there were no caves, just entering a cove, which was disappointing and different from my expectations. However, I was very moved and satisfied to see dolphins jumping and swimming in a pod very close to us on the way back.

ラフティングと「溶岩洞窟アドベンチャー」というフレーズに惹かれ、このツアーに参加しました。私達以外は全員アメリカ人でした。英語が全く判らなかったですが、雰囲気は十分楽しめました。
海から見るハワイ島はスケールが大きくて、まだ未開の地が沢山ある事や火山の島であることを再認識できました。往きはボートのスピード感や座る体勢に慣れずに緊張しましたが、帰りは慣れました。座る位置で陸を見るには体を反転させなければならず、座るポイント選びも重要かと思います。ボートは時折スピードを緩めたり回転したりと、ジェットコースターに乗っている様で楽しかったです。
シュノーケリングは初めてでしたが、魚もたくさんいて楽しめました。不慣れな人には浮き輪を貸してくれたので、初心者の方の不安感は取り除けると思います。何分ぐらいという説明がなかったので、終了のタイミングが判りませんでした。船上で切り分けてくれたフルーツはとても美味しかったです。体が冷えているので、お水より温かい飲み物が出ればなお更GOODでした。
「溶岩洞窟アドベンチャー」というフレーズで洞窟探検を想像していたのですが、洞窟らしきものはなく、入江に入っただけだったので、イメージと違いガッカリしました。
帰りにイルカのジャンピングや群れをとても近くで見れた事にはとても感動し、満足しました。

I had to give this a 3 star rating to get it to post. My earlier one star rating wouldn't post and my comments were sent to the tour operator for comment. Each issue that I raised the company flat out lied about. As indicated in a prior review, it was disappointing that the scooters had to be moved around by the divers, they are not in working order to be moved under their own power. It looked like they were broken or missing engine parts. I loved the concept, the crew was fantastic and I would have said it was OK, but given that the event is not as advertised and that Bob's Underwater Scooter Adventure management flat out lied I would then question the safety of the event. False advertising. One star.

My husband and I have very little English skills. Even so, the captain and the female crew members were very considerate, and we had no trouble at all, even though we were the only two Japanese on board. The staff's smiles during check-in were pleasant, and above all, the camaraderie between the captain and the crew was evident, creating a friendly atmosphere that extended to the guests, making everyone very friendly by the end of the tour.

The tour started with dolphin watching. We sped out to sea on a speedboat, passing various tour boats. Then, we spotted a pod of dolphins. They jumped and performed impressive twists that made me think, "Are you Shirai-kun?" They chased the boat and swam right next to us. We were just sitting on the edge of the boat, so the experience felt incredibly real. The dolphins were very generous with their performances. Since there were no other boats around, it might have been the captain's secret spot.

We also had plenty of time for snorkeling. On the way back, the boat tilted so much that I thought it might capsize, and the captain was really into it. It was much more thrilling and fun than any amusement park attraction. The lava caves were definitely a place that other boats wouldn't reach. I highly recommend participating. By the way, my husband and I are in our 60s, and many of the Americans participating were quite elderly as well.

英語力がほとんどない私達夫婦。 それでもキャプテンや同乗の女性クルーが何かと気を遣ってくれ、日本人は2人だけという状況でも全く困りませんでした。
チェックインの時もスタッフの笑顔が感じよかったし、何よりもキャプテンとクルーの仲が良く、その雰囲気がゲストにまで伝わってツアーの終わりには皆が大変フレンドリーになっていました。ツアーはイルカウォッチングからスタート。いろんなツアーの船が来ていたところからスピードボートで沖へひたすら走る、走る。すると、そこにイルカの群れが。ジャンプして、おまけに、おまえは白井君かと思わず感心するほどの見事なひねり。ボートの後を追いかけたり、すぐ横を泳いだり。何せボートの縁に腰かけているだけですから、そのリアルなことといったら。イルカ君たちも大サービス。他の船はいませんでしたからキャプテンの秘密ポイントかも。
シュノーケリングの時間もたっぷり。帰りにはボートがひっくり返るんじゃないかというくらいあっちに傾けたりこっちに傾けたり、キャプテンもノリノリ。そこいらのアトラクションよりずっと迫力があり面白かったですよ。溶岩洞窟は他のボートでは絶対あそこまで行けないだろうし。参加をお勧めします。ちなみに私達夫婦は60代。参加されていた米国の方達も結構高齢でしたよ。

I participated in a dolphin tour with my wife on our honeymoon! I was moved by the adorable nature of the dolphins and the experience exceeded my expectations. My wife also tried snorkeling for the first time and had a great time. Thank you, Captain Daisuke! I look forward to seeing you again when we visit the Big Island of Hawaii. Next time, it's going to be whales!

新婚旅行で嫁とイルカツアーに参加しました！
自然のイルカの愛くるしさと想像以上の体験をすることが出来き感動しました。
嫁もシュノーケリング初挑戦でしたがとても楽しんでいました。
ダイスケさん！キャプテンありがとう★
また、ハワイ島に行くときはよろしくお願いします。
次はクジラだな～！

The sea was truly beautiful.
At the sandbar, we enjoyed taking photos, playing volleyball, watching sea turtles from the boat, swimming over the coral reefs, and eating hamburgers on the boat, experiencing fun that you can't have in Japan.
I felt that the time we could spend in the water was a bit short.
The guide spoke Japanese fluently and shared stories and jokes about the movie being filmed in Oahu while guiding us.
After coming out of the sea, I felt cold, but we were able to have warm drinks.
That said, it was still cold, so it would be nice to have something to wear to avoid sunburn.

本当に美しい海でした。
サンドバーでは写真を撮っていただいたり、バレーをしたりと楽しみ、船からウミガメを見たり、サンゴ礁の上を泳いだり、そして船の上でハンバーガーを食べて、と日本では味わえない楽しさを体験できました。
少し海に入れる時間が短いかな、と感じました。
ガイドさんは日本語を普通に話せる方で、オアフで撮影してる映画の話や冗談を交えながらガイドしてくださりました。
日海から上がった後寒く感じましたが、温かい飲み物いただけました。
とは言えやっぱり寒かったので、日焼けも避けられますし羽織るものがあるといいですね。

The blue sea, blue sky, and white sand really make you feel like you've arrived in Hawaii. When I was snorkeling and a sea turtle swam just a few centimeters beside me, I was filled with surprise and emotion. It happened so suddenly that I couldn't press the camera shutter, but it’s definitely etched in my memory. However, perhaps due to the season, it was a bit chilly, and it felt cold when the sun wasn't out. The staff were kind and very cheerful. The breakfast was delicious and clean. I think summer is the best time for this tour. If you haven't experienced it yet, I highly recommend it.

青い海・青い空・白い砂、ハワイに来たって感じです。シュノーケルをしている時に海ガメが数センチ横を泳いでいた時は、驚きと感動がありました。あまりにも突然の為、カメラのシャッターを押す事は出来ませんでが、記憶にはバッチリ残りました。ただ、季節的に気温が少し低かったのか、太陽が出ていないと少し寒かったです。スタッフの方々は親切で、とても陽気です。朝食も美味しく清潔です。真夏は最高のツアーだと思います。未体験の方は是非。

The crew was great at speaking Japanese, and they were fun to talk to, making for an enjoyable tour! The food was delicious, and the underwater volleyball was exciting; it was the best! However, the weather was cloudy, so the sea was cold... I want to join again on a sunny day next time!

クルーのみなさんが日本語が上手で、話もうまかったので楽しいツアーになりました！
ごはんもおいしかったし、水中バレーも盛り上がったし、最高でした！
ただ天気がくもりだったので海が寒くて・・・
次回は晴れた日にまた参加したいです！

I participated at the beginning of October. Unfortunately, it was cloudy on the day, and it got cold during the snorkeling, to the point where I was shivering after getting out. I think it's a good idea for those going in the future to bring a thick jacket.

The sandbar was about knee-deep, but it felt strange to be in the shallow water in the middle of the ocean. The hamburger for lunch was also delicious. I was able to see sea turtles and manta rays.

１０月頭に参加しました。
当日はあいにく曇りで、シュノーケルの途中から寒くなり、あがってからは震えるほど・・・。
これから行かれる方は厚手の上着などあった方がいいと思います。

サンドバーもひざぐらいの深さでしたが、海の真ん中での浅瀬、不思議な感じでした。
ランチのハンバーガーもおいしかったです。
海がめとマンタも見ることができました。

This was my second time participating, and I was able to see many more dolphins compared to the last time. The dolphins swam slowly around us in a circle, making me feel welcomed! The staff were also kind, and the few hours flew by. Thank you very much.

今回2度目の参加となりましたが、前回に比べてたくさんのイルカに会えることができました。
イルカの群れが自分たちの周りをクルクルゆっくりと泳いでくれて、歓迎してくれているような気分になりました！
スタッフのみなさんも親切で、あっという間の数時間でした。
ありがとうございました。

This tour is a must-do when you come to Hawaii. After all, you get to visit a place with beautiful, expansive seas. You can experience a sense of freedom that's different from Waikiki.

However, be careful not to get too carried away, as you could get injured. I wouldn't recommend doing handstands or backflips on the sandy beach.

このツアーは、ハワイに来たら参加するべきですね。
なんといっても綺麗な海広がる場所に行けます。
ワイキキとは違った解放感が体験出来ます。

しかし、はしゃぎすぎると怪我をするので、要注意です。
砂浜での逆立ちや、バク天はオススメできません。

I was able to see so many dolphins! It seems to be the season when baby dolphins are around, and their cuddly appearance was adorable. When I was snorkeling and lost track of where they were, the staff on the boat pointed them out, so I could find them right away. I also got to see a rare seal, which made it a very lucky day.

I'm glad I rented a wetsuit. With it, I could float without a life jacket, and since it got colder, I think it was essential. The staff really made an effort to show us many dolphins, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling time. I had a great time!!

本当にたくさんのイルカを見ることができました!
ちょうど赤ちゃんイルカがいる時期らしく、一緒にくっついている
姿がかわいかったです。シュノーケルで潜っているときに、どこにいるか
見失っても、ボートからスタッフの方が、あっちだと指さしてくれるので
すぐに見つけることができました。珍しいアザラシも見ることができ
とてもラッキーな日だったと思います。
ウエットスーツはやっぱり借りてよかったです。
あればライフジャケットなしでも浮いていられるし、だんだん寒く
なってくるので、必須だと思いました。
スタッフのみなさんが、イルカたちをたくさん見せようとしてくれて
とても充実した時間になりました。楽しかったです!!

I'm glad I chose this place, even though there were many similar activities available. After just five minutes on the boat, I was able to swim with the dolphins, and I also had the chance to watch them swim alongside the boat for a while, which was very satisfying. I was also able to see the turtles up close. It would be even better if they could sell only the photos that include us.

似たようなアクティブたくさんありましたが、ここにしてよかったと思います。
イルカは船に乗って5分後には一緒に泳ぐこともできましたし、そのあとも船の横を並んで泳ぐのをじっくり見れたりと、とても満足出来ました。
亀もじっくり見ることができました。
写真は自分たちの写っているのだけを売っていただけると、なおいいかと。

Had a great trip, enjoyed the time on boat and in water, saw great sights, lots of fish, turtles. Great sites, good food, drinks on board. Would recommend .

I had so much fun participating. I was a bit worried about not being able to meet the dolphins, but that didn't matter at all. They came to meet us. The dolphins were very graceful.

I also want to live my life with grace and composure every day.

Additionally, the motto "Always be positive" really resonated with me. I will take it as a life lesson. "Always be positive" and "Even in tough times, never lose your smile."

参加してほんとーーーーーーに楽しかったです。
イルカに会えなかったらどうしようって若干不安でしたが、そんなの関係なし。
向こうから会いに来てくれました。
イルカ先生とても優雅でした。

私も優雅に過ごせるよう余裕を持って毎日を過ごしていきたいと思いました。

あと、”いつもまえむき”のモットーは私にとても響きました。
人生の教訓にします。
”いつもまえむき””苦しいときほど笑顔を絶やさず”

I was able to see a lot of dolphins from the boat!
There were baby dolphins doing spinning jumps everywhere. Even when I watched the video later, I was very moved.

Next was snorkeling.
It was my first time snorkeling. On top of that, I can only swim dog paddle, but thanks to the buoyancy, even though my position was unstable, I was able to see dolphins, sea turtles, and rays in the ocean.
I think those with snorkeling experience or who can swim will enjoy it even more!

ボートからたくさんのイルカたちが見れました‼
あちこちで子イルカ達が回転ジャンプをしていていました。
動画で撮ったものを後から見ても、とても感激します。

次はシュノーケル。
私はシュノーケルは始めて。おまけに泳ぎは犬かきのみですが、浮力で体勢が不安定ながら海の中でもイルカとウミガメ、エイを見る事ができました。
シュノーケル経験者や泳げる方は、もっともっと楽しめると思います

The highlight of this trip to Hawaii with my friend was Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea. I tried to make a reservation about three weeks ago, but initially, I didn't receive confirmation, and it wasn't until the fourth day, when I started considering other tours, that I finally got a response.
First, we headed to a spot where sea turtles gather. The waves were calm that day, and a few sea turtles peeked out, but I had a hard time getting good photos.
After that, we went to the sandbar, but this time the water was still up to my waist, and I definitely want to go back on a day when it turns into a beach.

The staff were all fun and cheerful, making the tour fly by.

友人との今回のハワイ旅行のメインがこのキャプテン・ブルース天国の海でした。3週間前ほどに予約しようとしたのですが、当初なかなか予約確定の連絡が来ず、他のツアーを考え出した4日目になってやっと連絡が来ました。
まず、ウミガメの集まるスポットに向かいました。この日は波も穏やかで、何匹かのウミガメが顔を覗かせましたが、なかなか写真を上手く撮ることができませんでした。
その後、サンドバーに向かいましたが、今回はまだ腰くらいまでの水があり、機会があれば是非、砂浜になる日に行ってみたくなりました。

スタッフの人がみんな楽しく明るい人たちばかりであっという間のツアーでした。

The Good:
The snorkeling was amazing, right by the capt. cook monument, lots of fish and coral to be seen. The staff was VERY friendly and accommodating to the needs of the clients (snorkeling alternatives for the scared/claustrophobic, flotation devices, vast selection of equipment). The food was better than expected (continental breakfast followed by a hot dog or a well done BBQ cheeseburger, very thin but acceptable.) Booze was reasonably priced.

The Bad:
The boat was at MAXIMUM capacity. SNUBA is an extra $70 (surprise!) There is a dude videotaping the whole thing and semi-forcably interviewing EVERYONE (even the very socially uncomfortable, myself) who seemed very used-car-salesmanly. He sold his DVD for $70, even though it seemed like mostly stock footage.

The Verdict:
Would not do again. Should be 50% cheaper or 50% less crowded. If you really just want to see some fish buy yourself a snorkel and mask and get yourself to the capt. cook monument via hike or kayak

Although the weather wasn't perfectly clear and there were some rain showers along the way, I had a very enjoyable and wonderful time. I participated with my mother, and the crew was fantastic in looking after her. We were able to see manta rays and sea turtles, which made us very satisfied! I highly recommend this experience as it seems accessible for people of all ages, even those who can't swim.

天気は快晴とは言えず途中スコールもありましたが、とても楽しく素敵な時間が過ごせました。母と二人での参加でしたがクルーの方が母を気にかけてくださり素晴らしかったです。
マンタもウミガメも見れてとっても大満足です！！
年齢問わず泳げない方も参加できそうなのでとてもおすすめです。

The coral sea filled with fish is breathtaking. While I was captivated by the fish, I suddenly encountered a sea turtle and was able to observe it slowly. Although the sandbar didn't appear, walking offshore in water up to my knees was also a strange sensation.

さかながいっぱいのサンゴの海は圧巻。魚に夢中になっていると突然ウミガメに遭遇しゆっくり見ることができました。サンドバーは現れなかったもののひざ下くらいの水位で沖合を歩く経験も不思議な感覚でした。

For our 25th wedding anniversary, we finally visited the Big Island of Hawaii! On August 29, we encountered a dream come true with a large pod of dolphins. I was so mesmerized that I couldn't take good photos, which is a bit disappointing, but I won't forget their graceful swimming and the joyful spins they did.

I was deeply moved by Daisuke's profound love for dolphins and his extensive knowledge. Thank you for a wonderful time!

結婚25年の記念に初ハワイ島！
8月29日、念願かなって夢にまで見たイルカの大群と遭遇。見とれてばかりで良い写真が撮れなかったのが、ちょっと残念でしたが、ゆったりと泳ぐ姿、楽しそうにスピンジャンプする姿、忘れません。

ダイスケ君のイルカに対する深い愛情、豊富な知識、すべてに感激でした。
楽しいひと時、ありがとうございました。

Picked up near the hotel just after 6 AM. It took about an hour to reach the harbor, and during the bus ride, our cute and fun guide, who looked like a half-model, explained various things to us. According to the guide, the weather is starting to get colder, so everyone borrowed wetsuits. This choice turned out to be a good one… it also helps prevent sunburn.

When we arrived at the harbor, we put on our wetsuits and set off! Unexpectedly, we encountered a pod of dolphins right away and started snorkeling. It was overwhelming to see wild dolphins up close for the first time… we were really lucky to meet so many dolphins so quickly! The staff were also moved by the experience.

Since we didn’t spend much time searching for dolphins, we had a longer snorkeling session at another location afterward. Here, we were able to see many sea turtles and vibrant tropical fish, which was also amazing! Actually, I was so impressed by the snorkeling on the previous moon tour that this experience felt even more special… (>_<) Even with a decent number of participants, the snorkeling points at Dolphin School are spacious, so it doesn’t feel crowded, and the water clarity and number of fish were significantly better.

There seems to be a full-day Dolphin University tour as well, but I think it was a good choice to go with this one since it’s less physically demanding. It also seemed like there were fewer people here. There were a couple of girls who were down due to seasickness or fatigue, so for those who are worried, taking motion sickness medication is a must.

A friend who enjoys diving was also impressed. It’s a highly satisfying tour! I recommend it!!

朝６時過ぎに宿泊ホテル近くでピックアップ。
片道１時間くらいかけてハーバーまで向かいましたが、行きのバスの中では
ハーフモデルのような可愛くて楽しいガイドさんがいろいろ解説をしてくれました。
ガイドさんによると、そろそろ寒くなってくる季節とのことで全員がウェットスーツを借りました。
この選択は正解だったなあ…日焼け防止にもなるし。

ハーバーに着くと、ウェットスーツを着て出発！
予想外にもすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇し、シュノーケリング開始。生まれて初めて間近で見る野生のイルカたちに感無量…とってもラッキーだったみたいで、こんなにたくさんのイルカたちにすぐに会えるなんて！とスタッフさんたちも皆感動。

イルカ探しに時間がかからなかったので、その後の別の場所でのシュノーケリング時間が長くなりました。
ここでも、沢山のウミガメと鮮やかな熱帯魚を見ることができてまたも感動！
実は、このツアーの前に参加していた月のツアーでのシュノーケリングがあんまりよくなったので感動もひとしおで…(>_<)
イルカ中学は、参加人数がある程度いてもシュノーケリングポイントが広いのでごちゃごちゃしないし、海の透明度も魚の数も格段に上でした。
１日がかりのイルカ大学もあるようですが、結構体力を消耗するのでこちらにしてよかったと思っています。人数もこちらの方が少なそうだし。
船酔いか疲れたのかダウンしていた女の子が２，３人いたので、心配な人は酔い止め薬必須かも。

ダイビングが趣味の友人も感動していました。かなり満足度の高いツアーです(^^)おすすめ！！

We were picked up early in the morning near the hotel. It took about 40-50 minutes to reach the port. There were many couples participating, and around 30-40 people boarded the boat together. The scenery visible from the boat on the way to the sandbar was beautiful, and we spotted several sea turtles.

Before long, we arrived at the sandbar, which was easily recognizable by its pale blue color that stood out from the surroundings. As expected, many people were taking photos. After that, we went snorkeling over the coral reef!

However, there was a downside... There were simply too many people, and it was difficult to move without bumping into others while snorkeling. Because of that, I ended up getting injured on the coral reef.

The sandbar was beautiful, but in terms of snorkeling, the experience I had later with the dolphin tour was significantly better and much more enjoyable.

It was great that the staff were very energetic and fun, and there was warm tea available when we returned to the boat.

朝早くホテル近くでピックアップ。
片道４０－５０分くらいで港に到着。カップル参加が多く、３０~４０人くらい一緒に船に乗りました。
サンドバーまでに船から見える景色は良く、何匹かウミガメが見られました。
ほどなくして、淡い青色で周りとの色の違いからすぐにそれと分かるサンドバーに到着。やはり写真を撮る人多数。
その後、サンゴ礁の上をシュノーケリング！
ここで難点が…
なにしろ人数が多すぎて、シュノーケリング中にぶつかったり、身動きが取れなかったり…
そのせいでサンゴ礁でケガをしてしまいました。

サンドバーはきれいでしたが、シュノーケリングに関してはその後参加したイルカ中学の方が格段にきれいでのびのびと楽しめました。

スタッフがとてもテンション高くて楽しかったり、船に帰ってから暖かいお茶があったりしたのはよかったです。

I've always wanted to visit the sandbar, and on the day of my visit, the weather was perfect. I was able to see sea turtles and manta rays! The sandbar was incredibly beautiful, and I wanted to stay there forever. The guide was also very entertaining and friendly! I definitely want to go again!!!

ずっと行きたかったサンドバー、
当日は天気にも恵まれて、ウミガメやマンタも見れました！
サンドバーもびっくりする程の美しさでずっとあの場にいたかったです。
ガイドさんもとても面白くてフレンドリーな方でした！！
また是非行きたいです！！！

I couldn't see the sandbar due to the tides, but I was really happy to see the sea turtle up close! It was such a friendly turtle, so my mom and I joked about whether it was working part-time for this company (laughs).

サンドバーは、潮の関係で見れなかったけど、
間近で海亀くんを見れたのは、嬉しかったです！
すごく人懐こい亀くんだったので、この会社で
バイトしてるんやろか？と、一緒に参加した母と
冗談を言ってました（笑）

About a month ago, on September 19, I participated in the tour. I actually misunderstood the reservation date, and although the actual reservation was for September 18, I was kindly assisted over the phone and was able to change it to the following day when there happened to be an opening. Despite the inconvenience I caused, I was very happy to participate in the tour the next day.

As for the dolphins, they were even more amazing than I had imagined! I dove a total of 7 to 8 times, and I only missed seeing the dolphins once! I was even able to see the rare spinner dolphin, which is typically only spotted about once a month, and I was truly moved. Those who have participated in similar tours on Oahu praised the Big Island, saying it is incomparable.

The guide led us close enough to touch the dolphins if we had the chance, allowing us to feel their presence more than I had expected.

Regarding the equipment and supplies, they provided prescription snorkeling goggles and wetsuits, and for those who are not confident swimmers, they offered flotation devices, so I believe even those who are anxious about entering the water can participate in the tour with peace of mind. Of course, the captain and guide provided very thorough explanations in advance, so I had no feelings of anxiety at all.

There were various aspects, but I truly had the best time participating in this tour. Thank you so much for making my dream come true!!!

約1カ月前になりますが、9月19日に参加致しました。
実は予約を1日勘違いしてしまい、実際の予約日は9月18日だったにも
かかわらず、電話で丁寧にご対応いただき、偶然空きのあった翌日に
変更していただけました。
ご迷惑をおかけしたにもかかわらず、翌日はとても快くツアーに参加させて
いただき、本当にうれしく思いました。

イルカですが、想像以上にすごかったです！！
合計で7～8回ダイブをし、その内イルカを見逃したのは何と1回のみ！
しかも月に1回くらいしか見ることのできないという、マダライルカも
見ることができ、本当に感動しました。
過去にオアフ島で同じようなツアーに参加された方も、ハワイ島はオアフ島とは
比べ物にならないと絶賛されていました。

ガイドの方がチャンスがあれば、一人ずつイルカが触れるくらいの距離まで
手を引いて誘導してくださるので、想像以上にイルカの迫力を感じることが
出来ました。

機材・備品などに関しても、シュノーケリングゴーグルの度付きのものや
ウエットスーツを貸し出してくださり、泳ぎの苦手な方には浮き輪のようなものを使用させていただけるので、海に入ることに対して不安を抱いている方も
安心してツアーに参加ができると思いました。
もちろん、キャプテンとガイドの方から事前にとても丁寧な説明があるので
全く不安感はありませんでした。

色々とございましたが、今回このツアーに参加出来て本当に最高でした。
夢をかなえていただき、本当に有難うございました！！！