All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

The weather was rainy, and the sea was cold and very chilly. However, the staff's response was very warm. When walking on the sandbar, it might be better to wear marine shoes due to the corals and rocks. When boarding the boat, you need to take off beach sandals or anything other than marine shoes. Snorkeling requires the ability to swim. In particular, if children cannot use the snorkel well or are not comfortable in deep water, they will not be able to go to the snorkeling point and will have to snorkel in shallow areas. I recommend participating in the tour during warmer seasons.

天気が雨で、海が冷たくとても寒かったです。しかし、スタッフの方々の対応はとても暖かかったです。サンドバーを歩く際、珊瑚や岩があるためマリンシューズを履いた方がよいかもしれません。船に乗る際、マリンシューズ以外のビーチサンダル等は脱いで乗船します。シュノーケリングは泳げることが条件になります。特に、子供でシュノーケルをうまく使えなかったり、深い場所が苦手な場合はシュノーケルポイントに行くことができず、浅瀬でシュノーケルすることになります。暖かい時期にツアーに参加することをおすすめします。

Waikiki was sunny, but it was cloudy about a 45-minute drive over the mountain. It was a bit chilly, so we decided to skip snorkeling, but everyone seemed to be having a great time. I would like to go back when it's warmer.

The water depth was about thigh-high, and at the shallowest point, it was around the ankle. Since it's not a sandy beach, you have to be careful when walking, as it can be painful.

In addition to the BBQ, they also provided juice and snacks on the boat. The staff were cheerful and very attentive, which made it enjoyable!

Aside from the cold, it was a wonderful experience, so I highly recommend it! There were participants of all ages, from mature couples to newlyweds, families, and friends, so I think everyone can enjoy it.

The turtles came very close, so we were able to take great photos!

ワイキキは晴れた日ですが山をこえた車で４５分ほどのところで曇りでした。
肌寒くシュノーケリングは見送りましたが
みんな楽しそうでした。
今度はもっと暖かいときに行ってみたいです
海は太ももあたりの深さのところからおりて一番浅いところでくるぶしくらい。
砂浜ではないので歩くとき気をつけないと痛いです。

BBQの他にも船上ではジュースやお菓子をだしてくれました。
スタッフも明るく色々気を使っていただいて楽しかったです！

寒さ以外とてもいい思い出だったのでおすすめです！！
熟年夫婦から新婚さん、ファミリー、友達同士など参加者もさまざまだったので
どの年代でも楽しめると思います。

亀さんもすぐ近くまできてくれたので写真もばっちりとれました！

The sea was very beautiful, the staff was entertaining, and I had a great time with my fourth-grade child. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii, I would definitely like to visit again.

とても綺麗な海で、スタッフも面白く、小学4年生の子供と一緒でしたが楽しませていただきました、ハワイに行く機会があれば是非さんしたいです。

Captain and crew,
Thank you very much for the wonderful time.
As the only Japanese participant, I greatly appreciated the individual explanations in Japanese.
I joined this time alone, and at first, I was a bit worried, but thanks to the crew's support, I was able to become friendly with the other participants, even exchanging handshakes and saying "thank you."
Thank you for the truly wonderful time and kindness.
I am considering participating again in two years.

キャプテン始めクルーの皆さま
大変楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
日本人が私1人という事で、個別に日本語で説明をして頂き。大変助かりました。
今回は1人での参加でした。最初は少し心配をしておりましたが、参加された方々とは「サンキュー」といって握手を交わし合うまで、親しくなれたのもクルーの皆さまのフォローがあったからです。
本当に素敵な時間と、やさしさをありがとうございました。
2年後になりますがまた是非、参加したと考えております。

The staff was great. The excursion was not very exciting I would have loved to spend more time with the dolphins but it seemed the staff was more into the whales. The captain was somewhat careless, my husband ended up on the floor. I would not do this excursion again.

We've done this trip a few time, and it's always great. The food is good. Staff is Great. Boat is still tip top. Had some high surf that limited where we could go, and we had to deal with some of the new regulations by Capt Cook Monument, but the staff was on top of it, and we didn't miss a beat. Well worth it.

I was able to see wild dolphins up close!
I participated in this tour alone for the first time, but the staff were very friendly and made it a fun and enjoyable experience.
I had a great time!
I've visited Hawaii many times, but this became my best memory in Hawaii.
I will definitely participate again!

野生のイルカを間近で見る事が出来ました！
一人で初めてこのツアーに参加しましたが
スタッフの方達もとても気さくで
優しく楽しくして下さいましたし
十分に楽しめました★
ハワイにはもう何度も訪れてますが
ハワイでの一番の思い出になりました(^o^)
また必ず参加します！

I visited Hawaii for the first time and encountered some incredibly fun activities. My wife wasn't very confident in swimming and had some anxiety about snorkeling, but it was no problem at all. The staff were cheerful, and we had an absolutely wonderful time. It's a must for anyone who wants to swim with wild dolphins and be rejuvenated.

初めてハワイに訪れたのですが、最高に面白いアクティビティに出会えました。
奥さんはあまり泳ぎが得意でなく、シュノーケリングに不安がありましたが、全然問題なかったです。
スタッフの方も陽気で、ものすごく楽しいひと時を過ごせました。
野生のイルカと泳ぎたい、癒されたい人必見です。

Excellent crew, clear water, lots of fish.... Great fun!

Despite being told to gather at Port Allen at 6 AM, when I arrived at 5:45 AM, the shop lights were off and there were no staff present. The parking situation was also unhelpful. Perhaps due to a low-pressure system passing through the night before, the boat was rocking heavily, and the rainy weather prevented us from enjoying the stunning views of the Na Pali Coast. The snorkeling was challenging because the water was cold and the waves were high, so I quickly got back on the boat. The lunch was average, but the return trip was extremely bumpy, leading to many people getting seasick, including myself. In hindsight, I think it would have been better to enjoy the coastal scenery slowly on a catamaran yacht instead of a speedboat. Overall, it was a difficult activity to participate in.

早朝６時にポート・アレンに集合とあるのに５時４５分に行ったらお店の電気も点いてないし係員もいませんでした。駐車場も案内も不親切です。前夜に低気圧が通過したせいか船の揺れが激しく雨模様の天候もあってナ・パリ・コーストの絶景も楽しめませんでした。スノーケルは水が冷たく波が高かったのですぐに船に上がりました。ランチは普通でしたが帰路の揺れが半端じゃなくて船酔い続出で僕も戻しました。結果的にはスピードボートじゃなくてカタマラン・ヨットでゆっくりとコーストの景色だけを楽しんだほうが良かったとおもいます。参加してつらかったアクティビティでした。

I had been wanting to go to the Heaven's Sea with Captain Bruce, so I signed up this time. I checked the low tide times and decided whether to go in the morning or afternoon.
It was fun swimming with the turtles and snorkeling. The water was a bit cold.

We also enjoyed a BBQ with the family.

It's definitely worth going once.

天国の海は是非キャプテンブルースでと思ってましたので今回申し込みました。いちおう引き潮の時間を調べてから午前・午後にするか決めました。
亀と一緒におよいだり、シュノーケルをしたり楽しかったです。
ちょっと水は冷たかったです。

BBQも楽しく家族で食べました。

一回行く価値はあります

Despite the terrible weather, it was ultimately a fairly enjoyable tour.

First of all, the BBQ meal was surprisingly delicious. The boat was quite comfortable. When we went to the area with sea turtles, there were a decent number of them. However, later during the snorkeling time, only large sea turtles came close, specifically for this tour. You can buy an underwater camera on the boat, but if you want to save money, it's better to buy one in advance. You can also take a two-shot with the turtles.

This tour is not suitable for those hoping for serious snorkeling. The instruction is at a beginner level, and the snorkeling time is only about five minutes.

お天気最悪の中でも最終的にはまずまず楽しめたツアーでした。

まずBBQのお食事が想像以上に美味しかったです。
船はなかなか快適に出来ていました。
ウミガメのエリアに行くと、そこそこウミガメがいました。
が、その後、シュノーケル位の時間になると、大きなウミガメがこのツアーに限って寄ってきます。
水中カメラは船でも買えますが、安く済ませたい人は事前に買っていくと良いです。
カメと並んでツーショットも可能です。

本格的なシュノーケルを希望の方には向かないツアーです。
シュノーケルの１，２，３からの講習になり、シュノーケルの時間は５分程度しかありません。

I participated in the monitor campaign with Aran1 and boarded the Zodiac. The tour was a 5-hour trip with a lunch included, departing at 10 AM. We took a taxi from our hotel in Kona to the meeting point at Honokohau Harbor and arrived without any trouble. Besides the two of us, there were no other Japanese participants, and the group was quite international, with members from various countries visiting for tourism. Therefore, all the procedures and interactions during the boarding were in English. However, I don't think those who are not confident in English will have too much trouble, as difficult English is hardly necessary. Additionally, they provided supplementary materials in Japanese during the initial procedures, so I think you'll have a general understanding of what is being said.

At first glance, the boat surprised me as it was just a rubber boat. It was my first experience with rafting, and I was excited to see what ocean rafting would be like, but it was even more intense than I expected, racing across the sea with great excitement. You can experience thrills like a roller coaster, hitting waves and falling off them. However, this rubber boat is said to be military-grade, so it was very stable.

While it's easy to focus on the rafting part, the basics are also well covered. First, we snorkeled in Kealakekua Bay, where Captain Cook's monument is located! Just a little below the surface, there was a beautiful expanse of coral reefs and tropical fish. The water clarity was excellent, probably around 25 meters. Since it was January, the water temperature felt a bit chilly, but the foreigners didn't seem to mind the cold too much. However, once you get back on the boat from the sea, the sun's rays are very strong, making it quite warm. In fact, it's so strong that if you don't apply enough sunscreen, you could get burned. The lunch after snorkeling was a sandwich, and it was delicious.

On the way back, they explained various spots along the west coast of the Big Island. We were also fortunate enough to see schools of whales and dolphins during the rafting, which was a bonus. This tour is not just about going snorkeling; the boat ride itself is an attraction, making it a two-in-one experience. I had a great time. However, there is no restroom on the boat, so I think it would be a challenge if you don't take care of that before boarding. If you want to enjoy snorkeling at a leisurely pace, it might be better to take a larger boat.

今回Aran1さんのモニターキャンペーンを利用しゾディアック号に乗船してきました。コースは10時出発ランチ付の5時間ツアーです。コナのホテルからタクシーに乗って集合場所のホノコハウハーバーまで向かいましたが迷うことも無くすんなり到着しました。参加者は私たち2人以外日本人はおらず、いろいろな国から観光に来ている国際色豊かなメンバーでした。ということで、もちろん手続きや乗船中のやりとりは全て英語となります。ただし、難しい英語はほとんど必要ないので英語が苦手という人でもそれほど困ることはないと思います。また、最初の手続き時に日本語で書かれた補足資料を渡してくれるので、何を言っているのか大体の見当はつくと思います。
ボートは最初見て驚きましたが本当にただの（？）ゴムボートです。ラフティング経験は初めてで、しかもオーシャンラフティングということでどんなもんかワクワクしていましたが、予想以上に激しく海の上を走り迫力満点でした。波にぶつかったり、波から落ちたりさながらジェットコースターのようなスリルを味わえます。しかしこのゴムボートは米軍仕様とかで安定感は抜群でした。
ラフティング部分に注目しがちですが、それ以外の基本もばっちりおさえています。まずはクック船長のモニュメントがあるケアラケクア湾でのスノーケリング！水面から少し潜るとそこは一面のさんご礁とトロピカルな魚達がとてもきれいでした。海の透明度も抜群で25mはあるかと思います。1月ということもあり水温は肌寒く感じられましたが、外国人の方々はあまり寒そうではないようでした。しかし、海から船に上がると太陽の日差しがとても強いのでとても暖かいです。というより強すぎるので日焼け止めは十分に塗っておかないと火傷をします。スノーケリング後のランチはサンドイッチでしたが、これがまたおいしかったです。
帰りはハワイ島西海岸の各スポットについて説明してくれました。また、ラフティング中にクジラやイルカの群れを見ることもできお得でした。
ただスノーケルに行くだけでなく、船での移動そのものがアトラクションになっている本ツアーは1粒で2度おいしいというかんじです。とても楽しむことができました。ただし、船にはトイレがないので乗船前に済ましておかないと大変だと思います。またゆっくりスノーケルだけを楽しみたいということであれば大きな船に乗っていくツ

I went to the port without knowing much about the Zodiac boat, and it turned out to be just a black rubber boat with an engine. I was surprised that 18 people would fit on it! Since Hawaii Island is a small island floating in the Pacific, the waves were very high, and I felt a bit anxious about whether we could really go out on this. The cheerful captain revved the engine, lifted the Zodiac onto the sea, and made it glide over the waves. The speed was just like a jet ski. We could tilt the boat and turn just like surfing. Being lightweight, it could do anything! It felt like we were on a pirate ship. Sitting on the edge of the boat, we genuinely flew over the waves like flying fish!

We snorkeled near Captain Cook's monument. The water was really cold!! But it was so clear, and we enjoyed seeing beautiful tropical fish. While diving, I heard popping sounds, as if dolphins were communicating or something. After enjoying snorkeling for a while, we got cold and were the first to get out of the water, but the foreigners swam for over 10 minutes longer without any problem. The lunch on the boat after snorkeling was delicious. Then, the captain took us to a spot where we could see dolphins. I was moved, but after seeing the dolphins swim quickly, I felt exhausted just watching from the Zodiac. I was really glad to be back on land.

You can get the instructions in Japanese, but the language is in English. I didn’t feel like reading the instructions on the boat, so it’s definitely more fun if you understand English. You can really enjoy the cheerful activities with the foreigners.

ゾディアック号がどんな船かよく知らずに港に行ったら、エンジンがついているだけの黒のゴムボート。これに18人乗るからびっくり（<＝すみません）！ハワイ島は、太平洋に浮かんでいる小さな島なので、波がとても高く、ほんとにこれでいくのかいな～、と一抹の不安がよぎりました。陽気な船長さんは、エンジンをブインブインうならせて、ゾディアック号を海の上に持ち上げ、波の上を滑るように走らせました。そのスピードはまさにジェットホイール。そして、サーフィンみたいに自由自在に船を傾けてカーブを切っていきます。軽いからなんでもできるんですね～。こりゃもうあれくれボート、海賊船です。船のヘリにお尻を乗せて座っている私たちは、本気で波の上をトビウオみたいに飛びました！
シュノーケリングはクック船長の碑の前あたりで行いました。水がとってもつめたい！！でもすごく透明で、綺麗な熱帯魚が楽しめました。潜っているとぱちぱち音がしていて、イルカかなんかが交信してたみたいです。
十分シュノーケリングを楽しんだ私たちは、体が冷えてしまって一番に海からあがりましたが、外人さんは平気で私たちより１0分以上長く泳いでいました。シュノーケルの後の船の上のランチは美味しかったな～。それから、船長さんが、「いるか」がいる場所に連れて行ってくれました。感動したのですが、ゾディアック号でへとへとの私は、いるかの高速な泳ぎを見ているだけでどっと疲れが出ました。陸にもどってこられて、本当に良かったです。
説明書は日本語版をもらえますが、言葉は英語。船の上で説明書を読む気がしないので、英語がわかる方が断然楽しいです。まさに陽気な外人さんのアクティビティーが楽しめましす。

I chose the four winds II because of the glass bottom viewing. We are a family of 4 and 2 swim and 2 do not. All had a great time. Snorkeling was great and saw some whales and turtles on our way back. The pulled pork sandwiches they serve onboard after snorkeling were the best. Would do this again.

Thank you for your support at the end of last year.

Thanks to the friendly staff, I was able to have a great time even though I participated alone.

I was truly happy to play with my favorite dolphins, but it seemed like there were fewer dolphins than usual??? Well, I guess that's just how it is with wild animals...

I was also moved to encounter other rare characters besides the dolphins!! Especially being able to see a humpback whale's tail up close and witnessing the relaxed姿 of the honu (sea turtle) underwater made for an amazing escape from reality, and I am very grateful for the wonderful memories I have kept in my heart♪

When I go to Hawaii again, I look forward to your support! _(._.)_

昨年末はお世話になりました。

気さくなスタッフのおかげで一人参加にもかかわらず
楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。

大好きなイルカと戯れることができて本当に幸せでしたけど
例年よりもイルカの数が少なかったような？？？
まぁ、野生だから仕方ないですけど･･･

イルカ以外の貴重なキャラクターにも出逢えて感動でした!!
特にザトウクジラのテールを真近で見れたり、
ホヌのまったりした姿を海中で見れたりして最高な現実逃避に
とても素敵な思い出を胸に秘められて感謝です♪

またハワイへ行った際には、どうぞよろしくお願いします_(. .)_

We participated in the morning plan on February 2, 2012, and all three of us were very satisfied!! I've been to Hawaii about ten times, but since coming to the Big Island, I've fallen in love with this place and have been coming here for four consecutive years. I usually stay at a condominium in Waikoloa, but this time we also spent two nights in Hilo and were satisfied after seeing the red flames of Kilauea at night before returning to our "home" in Waikoloa.

I usually play around snorkeling in the nearby sea. I was interested in this tour and wanted to go, but I thought it wouldn't be right to go alone while leaving my wife and grandmother behind. However, I reconsidered because:

1. The boat is large and stable.
2. It has clean restrooms.
3. Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and fruit are included.

With these conditions, my grandmother could just enjoy watching from the boat.

I was deeply moved and impressed after participating for the first time. My English is limited to what I learned in middle school, so I was worried. Luckily, there was a young Japanese sister on board, and I asked her to help me if I didn't understand something, but I managed to get by on my own.

Along the way, we saw whales, and just before we arrived at our destination, we were welcomed by a pod of dolphins. The staff and crew were enthusiastic and cool, and their commitment to ensuring each guest had a great time was palpable.

The sea was clear, with coral reefs and schools of tropical fish. Most of the guests seemed to be Americans, and everyone, young and old, was lively and friendly. There was no need for words...

Honestly, I wish I understood more English. The beautiful and clean boat eased my grandmother's initial worries, and she even asked, "When are we going again?"

Even without getting in the water, she enjoyed watching everyone play in the beautifully clear coral reef from the boat. The staff filmed the experience, so I quickly purchased the video and watch it from time to time.

My younger brother, who was watching it with me, is retiring this year, and he wants us all to go together as a celebration, so we’ve already made a reservation for February 14, 2013. I’m looking forward to it!

Whether in winter or summer, the water is nice, but it can be cold when you get back on the boat, so I need to remember to bring a large towel or a yacht parka.

The most important thing is to "have fun together." Among the things to bring for this tour, it mentions bringing sunglasses and also an "adventurous spirit." I really love this feeling.

I can't wait to go again!

2012年2月2日のモーニングプランに参加し、3人とも大満足!!
ハワイ旅は10回位ですが、ハワイ島に来てからここが大好きになって4年連続で来ています。いつもワイコロアのコンドミニアムがメインですが、今回はヒロにも2泊して夜のキラウエアの赤い炎も見て満足してからワイコロアの「我が家？」に。
何時もは近くの海でシュノーケルしたりして遊んでいました。私はこのツアーに興味を持って『行きたい』と思っていましたが妻とお婆ちゃんを残して一人で行ってもナー。とあきらめていましたが、
1.この船は大きくて、揺れない。
2.きれいなトイレが付いている。
3.朝食、昼食、飲み物、果物付き。
この条件ならお婆ちゃんは、船の上で見ていればイﾂカー。
と、初めて参加してみて感激、感動。
私の英語は、中学の義務教育のみで心配、たまたま若い姉妹の日本の方がいらしたので「わからない時は、助けてネ」とアプローチお願いしましたが何とか自力でクリアー出来ました。
途中、鯨も見えて、現場に付く直前にイルカの群れの歓迎です。
スタッフ、クルーのテンションの高さとカッコよさ、そして安全配慮と、お客様を一人一人どうやって楽しましてやろうという気持ちがガンガン伝わって来ます。
海は透明、珊瑚礁と、熱帯魚の群れ。
ほとんどのお客様はアメリカ人～　だと思いますが皆さん老いも若きも元気、元気。とってもフレドリーで楽しい。
言葉、いらない・・・・
本音は「もっと英語がわかればナー」
綺麗な船で清潔なので,・・・・当初、心配していたお婆ちゃん「今度、いつ行くノー」だって。
海に入らなくても、船上から綺麗に澄んだ珊瑚礁で遊んでいる皆を見ていて楽しんでいます。
スタッフがビデオを撮ってくれていたので早速購入して時々見ています。
これを一緒に見ていた弟も、今年定年退職なので記念に皆で行きたいということで、
2013年2月14日また、予約してしまいました。楽しみでーす。
冬でも夏でも、・・・海の中は良いのですが船に上がった時寒いときがあるようなので大きいタオルや、ヨットパーカーなど忘れないように気をつけよう。
一番大切なことは、「皆で思い切り楽しむ」ことかな。
このツアーにも、持って行くものの中にサングラス等と一緒に
【冒険心】と書いてあります。
この気持ち、だーい好きです。
また

It's not easy to reach a spot where you can see green sea turtles on your own, so I decided to join the tour for certainty. The tide wasn't great, and the sandbar didn't fully appear, but I was able to see fish and sea turtles perfectly while snorkeling, and I had a great time. The meal was definitely satisfying as well!

なかなか自分でアオウミガメが見られるスポットまでは行けないし、確実性を取って参加しました。潮の引きはイマイチでしっかりサンドバーは出ません出したが、シュノーケルで魚やウミガメもバッチリ見られて十分楽しめました。食事も満足すること間違いなしです！

It was cold due to the rainy season. I would like to visit again during a warmer time.

雨季ということもあり、雨で寒かった。
暖かい時期にもう一度行ってみたいと思いました。

What was great was that there were no other Japanese people besides us. When you often book optional marine sports tours, they tend to be filled with Japanese participants, but in this case, there were no other Japanese except for us. Consequently, the language spoken by the instructor was English, which might be tough for those who don't speak it. Additionally, only the minimum safety instructions for snorkeling were provided, so beginners might feel anxious. That said, when I did snorkeling for the first time, I just jumped in and copied what I saw, so it might be okay even for complete beginners.

On the day of the tour, I made a mistake with the meeting time and was late, but as soon as I realized my mistake and called, they laughed and said they would wait for me. That was a relief...

The snorkeling spot was amazing; there were so many turtles, and I encountered a lot of turtles and fish! After snorkeling, we had a cruise from off Waikiki to around Diamond Head, which was also great! I would love to join this tour again.

良かったのは、なによりも日本人が私たち以外いなかったこと。
良くマリンスポーツのオプショナルツアーを申し込むと、日本人だらけのツアーになりがちなのですが、これは日本人は私たち以外いませんでした。
必然的にインストラクターの喋る言語は英語なので、英語が出来ない人には辛いかもしれません。
また、シュノーケルに関する最低限の注意事項のみしかレクチャーされないため、シュノーケルが初めての人は不安に感じるかもしれません。
といっても私も初めてシュノーケルをやった時は見よう見真似でいきなりやったので、全くの初心者でも大丈夫なのかもしれませんが。

当日、集合時間を間違え遅刻をしたのですが、その間違いに気が付いた瞬間、電話をしたら、笑って待っててもらえました。良かった・・・。

シュノーケルをしたポイントは、本当に亀がいっぱいいたので、沢山の亀と魚に出会えましたよ！
シュノーケル後は、ワイキキ沖からダイヤモンドヘッドあたりまでのクルーズがついていたので、それも良かったです！
またこのツアーに参加したいです。

This was my tenth trip to Hawaii, and it was my first time participating in this tour. With the theme of memories over material things, I joined this tour to swim with dolphins. I was thrilled to meet wild dolphins. And above all, the tour staff were excellent at creating a lively atmosphere. Their hospitality truly shone through, making it an unforgettable experience.

ハワイは今回で１０回目にして、初めての参加となりました。モノより思い出のテーマで、今回イルカと泳ごうとこのツアーに参加しました。自然のイルカに会うことができ大興奮でした。そしてなんといってもツアーのスタッフの盛り上げ上手なこと。スタッフのおもてなしの気持ちがぐんぐん伝わって最高の思い出になりました。

This is my second time, following last year. It was a bit cold last year, so I was hoping this year would be better... but it was even colder. I chose a different tour this year, and the staff's response was good. Last year, my mother suddenly decided not to go at the last minute, so this year I let her participate without saying anything. On January 3rd, it was winter in Hawaii as well, but everyone was swimming while saying it was cold. We got to see sea turtles and manta rays, and we enjoyed beach volleyball at a beautiful sandbar. The tour company from last year took photos of each group and posted them online, but this time we only took photos ourselves, so I wished they had taken pictures of each group.

昨年に続き２度目です。昨年はちょっと寒かったので今年こそは・・・もっと寒かった・・・。昨年と違うツアーにしましたが、スタッフの対応も良く、去年母が突然間際になって行かないと言いだしたので今年は黙って参加させました。１月３日はハワイも冬でしたが、寒い寒いと言いながら皆さん泳いでいました。ウミガメとマンタも見れて、きれいなサンドバーではビーチバレーを楽しんでいました。昨年のツアー会社は１組ずつ写真を撮ってくれてＷＥＢ上に載せてくれましたが、こちらは写真を各自で撮るだけでしたので、１組ずつ撮ってくれたらと思いました。

I was able to see dolphins up close!!

I also spotted a whale in the distance♪

It was my first time snorkeling, and it was so much fun (^^)

I was also happy to meet a handsome crew member (laughs)

The boat was beautiful, and it was a very high-quality tour!

It's one of my best memories from my trip to Hawaii (* >ω<)

いるかを近くで見る事ができました！！

遠くにですが、くじらも見えました♪

シュノーケリングも初めてでしたが、すごく楽しかったです(^^)

あと、イケメンのクルーに会えた事が嬉しかったです(笑)

船がキレイでクオリティーの高いとても良いツアーでした！

ハワイ旅行の～１の思い出です(* >ω<)

The weather was a bit bad and cold, but the captain and the staff were so warm-hearted that I forgot about the cold and was able to enjoy myself. Additionally, one of the female staff members had her child with her, and they worked hard to take care of the guests, adding an extra layer of fun to the experience. I definitely want to enjoy my next visit with the wonderful staff again.

天候が少々悪く寒かったですが船長はじめ、スタッフの方々の対応が心温かくて、寒さを忘れてエンジョイ出来ました。また、女性スタッフの方のお子さんが添乗しいて、お客さんのお世話を一生懸命して大変楽しい時間にプラスαを加えてくれました。次回もまた是非素晴しいスタッフの方々のもとでエンジョイしたいと思います。

We wanted to visit a different beach than Waikiki, so we joined as a couple. The sandbar was even more beautiful than we imagined, and we were able to take a lot of photos. It's a perfect place to create memories, so I recommend bringing a waterproof camera. When we went, it was the rainy season, and it was cloudy during lunchtime. It was a bit chilly, so I skipped snorkeling and watched the sea turtles instead. The staff seemed to provide careful guidance, and everyone was having a great time. Overall, I think the cost performance is quite good.

ワイキキビーチとはまた違う海に行きたかったのでカップルで参加しました。想像していた以上に美しいサンドバーでは沢山の写真を撮る事ができました。思い出を作る場所にぴったりなのでウォータープルーフのカメラ持参をオススメします。私たちが行った時は雨期で、ランチタイムには曇り空。肌寒かったので私はスノーケリングは見送り、ウミガメを見てました。スタッフさん達は丁寧に指導してくれるようで、みなさん楽しんでおられました。全体的にコスパも悪くないと思います。

Since the ocean entry of lava is currently unavailable, I opted for a helicopter tour. I was worried because it had been cloudy until the day before, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see breathtaking views. There were past craters scattered around, allowing us to witness the remnants of previous lava flows and observe how lava changes over time. The contrast between dry and rainy areas was also visible, giving us a sense of nature's dynamism. We could see roads cut off by lava flows, lava within the currently active Puʻu ʻŌʻō crater (which was a bit far away, and I wished we could get a little closer), and people walking towards the ocean entry. It was a comprehensive view of everything related to lava.

I took a lot of photos, but I was surprised at how different the intensity of the actual experience was compared to the pictures when I looked at them later. It was an impressive flight, and I would love to fly again by helicopter when lava activity becomes more active. The people who picked us up, the helicopter mechanics, the reception staff, and the pilot were all very kind, making it a truly enjoyable flight.

Laveのオーシャンエントリーが現在はないとのことで、ヘリにしました。
前日まで曇りで心配しましたが、快晴に恵まれ、迫力のある景色が見れました。
過去の噴火口があちこちにあり、過去のlaveの流れたあとを目にすることができるし、時の流れでlaveがどのように変化するか、乾燥地帯と多雨地帯の相違も目で見て自然のダイナミックさを感じることができました。また、laveの流れで寸断された道路や、現在活動中のpuoo火口内のlave（ちょっと遠くて、もう少し近づいてほしかった）、オーシャンエントリーに歩いていく人たち。laveに関するものが一望できました。
いっぱい写真も撮りましたが、帰って見た写真と実物の迫力がこれほど違うかとびっくりするぐらいでした。
laveの活動が活発になったら、もう一度ヘリで飛びたいと思う印象的なフライトでした。
迎えに来てくれた人や、ヘリの整備士の活動も見れたし、受付の人、パイロットはみんな親切でとても楽しいフライトでした。

We participated as a family. We were able to see many sea turtles, and during snorkeling, we got to see a variety of colorful tropical fish up close. Everyone in the family is satisfied. The only disappointment was that the weather was cloudy, and we didn't have the sandbar with a blue sky as the backdrop. Yukiko and the staff were very attentive and made it a lot of fun, creating precious memories for our family. Thank you very much.

家族で参加しました。ウミガメもたくさん見ることができ、またシュノーケリングでは色とりどりの熱帯魚も間近にたくさん見ることができました。家族全員満足しています。天気が曇っていて、青空バックのサンドバーではなかったことが唯一残念でした。ユキコさんはじめ、スタッフのみなさんの対応も丁寧でとても楽しく、家族の大切な思い出となりました。ありがとうございました。

I wanted to see the flowing lava into the ocean, so I joined a helicopter tour. Since the explanation was in English, I didn't fully understand the details, but looking down at the Big Island from the helicopter was fascinating; it was just like the geography I studied in school, showing the natural landscape as it is.

However, the volcano we aimed for wasn't very active, and we only saw a few spots where the lava was slowly flowing. From above, it was hard to tell if it was actually moving. Currently, the lava is described as "sleepy." There were no signs of lava erupting or falling into the ocean. While there was some hot lava, since it was a morning flight, we could only see a few areas glowing red, which might look different at night. I booked this about two months ago, so the condition of the volcano largely depends on luck. Given the current situation, I think a hiking and stargazing tour would allow for a closer view of the flowing lava. It might be a good idea to check the volcano's status before deciding on a tour.

That said, helicopters can’t fly due to weather conditions, and in the past two instances with other tour companies, my flights were canceled because of the weather, so I was glad we were able to fly.

　海に流れ落ちる溶岩、流れる溶岩を見たいと思い、ヘリコプターツアーに参加しました。英語解説だったのでで詳しいことはよくわかりませんでしたが、ヘリコプターから見下ろすハワイ島は、昔地理で勉強した地形のでき方そのまま、自然そのままな様子をしっかりと見ることができ面白かったです。
　ただ、目的の火山があまりアクティブでなく、のんびり溶岩が流れている様子が何カ所か見られるのみでした。それも上空からだと動いているかどうかは実感できません。今（今日？）溶岩はスリーピーとのこと。溶岩が噴出していたり、海には落ちていたりする様子はありませんでした。熱い溶岩がない訳ではないのですが午前中のフライトなので、溶岩がところどころ赤くなっていることが分かる程度で、夜だったら見え方は多少違うのかもしれません。2ヶ月くらい前に予約したので、火山の状態がどうかは運によるところが大きいのでしょう。この状態ならハイキングと星空ツアーの方が、より近くで流れる溶岩を見られてよいかと思いました。火山の状態をチェックしながらどのツアーにするか考えるとよいかもしれません。
　とはいえ、ヘリコプターは天気によって飛べないことがあり、過去2回、他のツアー会社ですが天気のせいでキャンセルになっているので、飛べてよかったです。

It was a slightly cloudy day, but the waves were calm, and there was absolutely no worry about seasickness—it was the best day! The sea was, as expected, very beautiful and clear. Although it was said that the sea was dark due to the clouds, we could still see the sea turtles clearly, and the photos turned out great!

Due to the tides, the sandbar had quite a bit of water, up to about waist-deep. Moreover, the seawater was cold! However, with the bright and energetic instructor's enthusiastic invitation, everyone squealed with excitement as we headed into the water. I was mistaken in thinking it would only be ankle-deep. Please be cautious about that. We were able to arrive at the hotel before noon, which was convenient time-wise. I highly recommend it!

少し曇りの日でしたが、波はおだやかで船酔いの心配は全くなしで、最高の日でした。
海はさすが、とても綺麗で透き通っていました。ウミガメも曇りで海が暗いとは言われましたが、ちゃんと見えて写真もバッチリ！
潮の関係もありサンドバーは結構水深があり腰くらいまででした。しかも、海水は冷たい！！でも、明るく元気のよいインストラクターの強引な？誘いでみんなキャーキャー言いながら海へ。足首くらいと思っていたのは間違いでした。その点はご注意を。昼前にはホテルに到着でき、時間的にも適当でよかったです。オススメです。

I was able to see dolphins, turtles, and beautiful fish, but it was very cold, perhaps because of the overcast sky. Everyone borrowed wetsuits, but especially when coming out of the water, there were several people, including myself, shivering. They lend you blankets, but since they get wet and don't cover your whole body, I ended up wearing a windbreaker and wrapping myself in a towel and blanket, looking like a rice ball. Depending on the weather, I think people who are sensitive to the cold might enjoy it more in a warmer season. However, the local staff were high-energy throughout, cheering us on with songs and dances. There were also three small children participating, and they were attentive to ensure they weren't scared, which showed their professionalism.

After getting back on land, there was a hula lesson in a nearby open space, but personally, I didn't think it was necessary. Free hula lessons can be experienced in various places, so if they were going to take so much time for the hula lesson, I think it would have been more enjoyable to have a longer free time for snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle surfing. Since there was only one kayak and one paddleboard, it seemed like each person could only ride for about five minutes within the short time frame.

One last thing: since it was overcast the whole time, I ended up getting sunburned because I didn't reapply sunscreen. Regardless of the weather, it's better to reapply it multiple times.

いるかにも亀にもきれいなお魚たちにもあえましたが、ずっと曇り空だったせいか寒くて寒くて…。全員ウエットスーツを借りていましたが、特に海からあがると、私を含めがたがたと震えている人が何人もいました。毛布を貸してくれますが、濡れるし体全体を包めるわけではないので、私はウィンドブレーカーを着てタオルと毛布をまきつけて、おむすび状態になっていました。天候によるでしょうが、寒がりの人はもう少し暖かい季節を選んだほうが楽しめるかと思います。ただ、現地のスタッフさんは終始ハイテンションで、歌や踊りで盛り上げてくれて、また、小さいお子さんが3人も参加していましたが、怖がらないように色々気を配っていて、プロ意識を感じました。陸にあがってから、少し離れた空き地でフラレッスンがありましたが、私的にはいらなかったかな。
無料のフラレッスンは結構いろんな場所で体験できるので、フラレッスンの時間をこんなにとるのなら、最後の自由時間（シュノーケル、カヤック、パドルサーフィン）をもっと長く取ってくれた方が楽しめたのではないかと思いました。カヤックもパドルサーフィンも１台ずつしかないので、短い時間内だと一人につき５分くらいしか乗れなかったようです。
最後にもう１つだけ。ずっと曇り空だったので、日焼け止めをつけなおししなかったらしっかり日焼けしてしまいました。天気に関係なく、何度も付け直しした方がよいですよ。