All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

The sea turtles kept here swim around the boat, allowing for a very close view. I thought the tour was family-oriented. As two women, we felt it was a bit lacking. I would recommend it for families with small children. The lunch was very satisfying and fulfilling. There was also a child who got injured on board, but I thought it was wonderful how quickly the captain responded.

こちらで飼われている海ガメが船の周りを泳いでくれるので、とても間近で見られます。
ツアー内容は、ファミリー向けだなと思いました。女二人だと少し物足りなさを感じました。小さなお子様がいるご家庭にはオススメです。
ランチがとても充実していて満足でした。また船内で怪我をしてしまった子がいたのですが、キャプテンが素早く対応をしていて素晴らしいと思いました。

I participated in this tour on my first visit to the Big Island! There were easy-to-understand explanations in English.

If you're Japanese and not very confident in English, it can feel a bit daunting, so I recommend actively trying to communicate even if you don't understand everything!

It was a luxury to see both dolphins and whales, and to swim with the sea turtles while snorkeling!

It was a wonderful day.

初めてのハワイ島で、このツアーに参加しました！
わかりやすいく英語の説明もありました。

日本人で英語が積極的ではないとｱｳｪｲな感じになるので
わからなくても積極的にコミュニケーションをとることをお薦めします！

イルカもホエルも見れて
ホヌともシュノーケルで泳げる贅沢でした！

素敵な一日でした

The waves are high in winter, and even with taking motion sickness medication, I got seasick. I ended up feeling unwell before I could meet the dolphins, and in the end, I couldn't do anything. It was also very cold on the boat. Since we were on the boat for about three hours, it might be tough for those who are prone to seasickness. I did see a few dolphins, but it seemed quite difficult to swim with them on the day I participated. The staff members were all very nice and seemed to be having fun. Summer is said to have relatively calm waves, so I recommend participating in the summer.

冬は波が高く、酔い止めを飲んでいても船酔いしました。
イルカに出会うまでにダウンしてしまい、結局何もできなかったです。そして船の上はとても寒かったです。
船には3時間ほど乗っていますので、船酔いしやすいかたは大変かもしれません。
イルカは少し見れましたが、私が参加した日は一緒に泳ぐのがなかなか難しかったようです。
スタッフの方たちはとても良い方たちばかりで、楽しそうでした。
夏は波が比較的おだやからしいので、夏の参加がおすすめです。

I’m not good with fast vehicles, so I hesitated, but I participated at my daughter's request. It was less bumpy than I expected, and I enjoyed the feeling of running over the lush blue sea. Along the way, I looked around and saw the horizon was round. The captain found and retrieved a floating bottle, which impressed me. We were lucky to encounter whales and dolphins both going and coming back! When they were spotted, they slowly approached us, and the boat stopped for a while.

I wasn't confident about snorkeling, so I borrowed a life jacket and a kickboard, which allowed me to swim with peace of mind. The seawater was very cold. I was glad I wore a rash guard, but those who only wore swimsuits quickly returned to the boat. I was satisfied with the clear sea and many fish.

Back on the boat, there were snacks, fruits, and drinks. However, as soon as I got back on the boat, I suddenly needed to use the restroom, and I struggled to hold it in on the way back. It was tough.

For those who need to use the restroom frequently, I think it's better to choose a large boat with a restroom. We snorkeled in the same area. I misunderstood and thought we would go inside a cave, but we only went near it and received an explanation. I couldn't understand what was being said due to my lack of English skills. They provided a Japanese paper at the beginning, so I didn't have trouble with snorkeling.

I applied sunscreen multiple times, but my ears, cheekbones, and nose got sunburned. It’s better to apply more than you think! The initial anxiety quickly faded, and it was a fun optional activity.

スピードのある乗り物は苦手なので、迷いましたが、娘の希望で参加。思ったより揺れず、青々とした海を走る気持ちよさを味わえました。途中、見渡すと地平線が丸い。キャプテンが浮いている瓶を見つけて回収。感心しました。行き帰りともクジラ・イルカに出会えてラッキー！　見つけるとゆっくりと近寄り、しばらくボートを止めてくれます。　シュノーケリング場所では自信がなかったので、ライフジャケットとビート板まで貸り、安心して泳げました。　　海水はとても冷たい。ラッシュガードを着ていたから良かったけど、水着だけで参加していた人は、すぐにボートへ戻っていました。　透明な海とたくさんの魚で満足しました。　　　ボートに戻ってお菓子・果物・飲み物。ただ、ボートに上がったとたんトイレに行きたくなり、帰りの時間はトイレを我慢するのに必死。　つらかった。

トイレが近い人は、大型ボートでトイレつきの船を選んだほうがいいと思う。同じ場所でシュノーケリングをします。洞窟の中に入るのか・・と勘違い。洞窟の近くに行き、説明を受けるだけでした。これは英語能力がないので、何を言っているのか分からなかった。最初に日本語の紙をくれるのでシュノーケリングには困りませんが。
　　日焼け止めは何回も付けたけど、耳や頬の出っ張り、鼻が焼けてしまいました。つけすぎ！と思うぐらいにしたほうがよい。　最初の不安がすぐ消える、楽しいオプショナルでした。

This month (January 2013), I participated with my husband.

On the day of the event, I was worried that it might be canceled due to high waves, but we drove to the meeting point with a rental car.

Regarding the waves, there was absolutely no problem. After signing in at the reception, I changed into my swimsuit. I slathered on sunscreen because the Hawaiian sun can be intense.

Once on the Zodiac, they kept asking if I had applied enough sunscreen. The guide had sunscreen available, so it was okay to borrow some there. In fact, I did borrow it. Thank you!

As we left the harbor, we were waved off by a sea turtle floating in the harbor.

Bouncing along, we quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. They are said to be the second largest species of dolphin, and I thought they were small whales.

The guide shared various information about the fish and islands, but due to the wind noise and my limited English, I understood very little. However, he was a nice guy.

Now, getting back on track, we headed south from the harbor towards the Sheraton, and the snorkeling took place in Kealakekua Bay, which is not affected by swells.

It was almost my first time snorkeling, but they provided something like a float, and since it was close to the shore and the boat, and the guide was watching over us, I felt safe and wasn't scared at all. I was very satisfied to see colorful tropical fish hiding among the corals up close. The sea urchins were super big.

When we got hungry, we were given sandwiches, snacks, and juice. It was all gone in no time.

On the way back, we encountered not only dolphins but also whales. They came quite close, within a few dozen meters, and everyone was super excited.

The boat was going really fast, so on the way there, I was tense, clinging to the rope and my husband to avoid falling off, but on the way back, I discovered how to brace myself and was able to relax quite a bit.

In the end, I gave a tip to the guide who took care of us, but many people didn't give one, so it's really up to you. It's the thought that counts.

Since I get cold easily, I used a towel and a hoodie to shield myself from the wind during the ride. Also, for those concerned about sunburn, you might need to hold your hat down with your hand to prevent it from blowing away, so having a hat might be a good idea.

今月（2013年1月）、夫と二人で参加してきました。

当日は、波が高く、中止になるのかなぁと心配しつつ、
レンタカーで、集合場所まで行きました。

波については、まったくのノープロブレム。受付で名前を書いたら、水着にお着替え。
日焼け止めをベトベトと塗ります。ハワイの日差しはやばそうですからね。

ゾディアックに乗ると、しつこいくらい、日焼け止めを塗ったか確認されます。
ガイドが日焼け止めを持っているので、そこで貸してもらってもOKです。というか借りました。
さんきゅー。

港から出るときは、たまたま港内に浮かんでいたウミガメさんに見送ってもらいました。

ボンボン揺られながら、沖にでると、早速イルカの群れに遭遇。2番目に大きい種類のイルカだそうで、小さいくじらかと思いました。

ガイドさんが、魚や島のことについて色々教えてくれるのですが、風音と英語が苦手なせいで、殆どわからんちんでした。でも、ナイスガイでしたわー。

さて、話が逸れましたが、港からシェラトン方面にずっと南下して、シュノーケリングは、うねりの影響を受けない、ケアラケクア湾で行いました。

シュノーケリングは、殆ど初めてでしたが、浮き輪みたいなものも貸してくれたし、岸や船からも近いし、ガイドさんも見ててくれるので安心感があり、全然怖くなかったです。
色とりどりの熱帯魚がサンゴにかくれんぼしている姿が間近に見れて、大満足でした。ウニ超でかいです。

お腹が空いたら、サンドイッチとスナックとジュースが貰えます。ペロリでした。

帰りは、いるかに加えて、くじらにも遭遇。数十メートルの距離でまで、近寄ってきて、みんな、大興奮でした。

ボートはすごいスピードなので行きはロープや主人にしがみついて落ちないように緊張していましたが、帰りには踏ん張るコツというのを発見しかなりリラックスして乗船できました。


最後は、お世話になったガイドさんにチップを渡しましたが、渡してない人も多数いたので、どちらでも良いですね。気持ち気持ち。

私は寒がりなので、移動中は、タオルとパーカーで風を防御していました。
あと、日焼けが気になる方は、風で飛ばされないように、手で押さえなければならないですが、帽子もあったほうがよいかもですね。

I think the tour itself is very interesting, but there is a language barrier...

I would recommend it to those who can speak English, but I feel it might be tough for those who cannot. However, it seems that there is a good chance of encountering dolphins and whales.

If you can speak English, definitely give it a try!

ツアー自体は大変面白いと思いますが、語学の壁が・・・。

英語が話せる方にはお勧めですが、英語が話せない方には厳しいかなと感じました。
しかし、イルカ・鯨にはかなりの確立であえるみたいです。

英語が話せる方は是非参加してみてください。

We participated as a couple with our 5-year-old. Since we had a young child with us, when the staff instructed another staff member to swim with us, they clearly looked displeased. Seeing that made our spirits drop significantly, and our child became scared of the ocean, so we couldn't go in for a while.

At one point, when our child got tired and fell asleep, there was a photo session, and even though they said they would take pictures later, they completely forgot about it until the end. After the tour, while others were chatting about the photos they had taken and whether to buy them or not, we felt forgotten, which left us with a bad feeling.

That day wasn't particularly crowded, but we felt treated carelessly, which diminished our enjoyable memories of the day.

5歳と夫婦で参加しました。幼児連れなので、スタッフの方が泳ぐ際、私たちと泳ぐようにと別のスタッフの方に指示した時、明らかに嫌そうな顔をされました。それを見て、かなりテンションが下がってしまい、子供も海を怖がったので、しばらく入れませんでした。
途中、子供が疲れて寝てしまったときに、写真撮影があり、寝ているのを見て、後で撮ると言っていたのに、最後まで忘れていました。
ツアーが終わった後、他の方は撮った写真を見て買うか買わないか雑談していましたが、私たちは忘れられていたので、嫌な気分ばかり残りました。
その日は、そんなに混雑していたわけではなかったのですが、雑に扱われ、楽しい思い出が半減した一日でした。

I participated at the end of the year. According to the guide, today’s guests were lucky to have such rare good weather for winter compared to last week, which was cold. Last week was so cold that it felt like a test of endurance, and about half of the people didn’t even go snorkeling.

Indeed, the gradient of the sea was beautiful and amazing. I had researched the site beforehand, so I knew that the sandbar wouldn’t be dry on the day of the tour, but there were some guests who were unaware and complained. The guide mentioned, “There are only about 60 days a year when the land is properly exposed during tour times, so please do your research next time.”

The hamburger was delicious. The guide pointed out where the sea turtles were, but as soon as I shifted my gaze, they seemed to dive and disappear. Even though the weather was nice, the water was still quite cold, and the hot chocolate served after snorkeling was very tasty.

Even with such luck, it seems that to be truly satisfied, it’s better to go in winter when the tides and good weather align perfectly.

　年末に参加した。ガイドの話では、寒かった先週に比べて冬には珍しい良い天気で今日のお客さんたちはラッキーだと。先週は寒くて我慢大会のようでシュノーケリングしない人も半数くらいいたと。
　確かに、海のグラデーションは綺麗で素晴らしかった。
　事前に案内されたサイトで調べていたので、当日サンドバーが干上がっていないことは知っていたが、知らなくて不満を言ってるお客もいて、ガイド曰く「ツアー時間にちゃんと陸が出ているのは年間６０日位しかないので、次回はよく調べてきてください」と。
　ハンバーガーは美味しかった。ウミガメはガイドがあそこにいるよと教えてくれるのだけど目線を移動すると、もうもぐって消えているみたいな感じであった。天気が良くても水はそれなりに冷たく、シュノーケリングの後にふるまわれたホットチョコレートがとても美味しかった。
　ラッキーでもこんな感じなので、ちゃんと満足するには潮の満ち干と好天がうまく重なった冬以外がお勧めのよう。

I couldn't wait to go, and I finally visited the long-awaited Angel's Sea. It was so beautiful that words can't describe it—360 degrees of sky-blue ocean. The lunch was a hamburger grilled on the boat, and it was the best! It was incredibly delicious. I also got to see sea turtles, which was really interesting. The staff was fun, and I definitely recommend this tour!

行きたくてたまらず念願の天使の海に行ってきました。
とにかく言葉では表せないくらいきれいで、３６０度スカイブルー海、ランチは船で焼いてくれたハンバーガ最高でした。すごくおいしかったです。ウミガメも見れたしおもしろかったです。スタッフさんもおもしろく是非このツアー行ってきてほしいです。

We left the hotel while it was still dark, and the weather was uncertain, but it turned out sunny and we were able to see two rainbows, which was great. On that day, we were able to see several whales up close and encountered many dolphins, which was wonderful, but we ran out of time and missed out on marine sports. I was a bit disappointed about that since I chose to go to university instead of junior high for that reason.

まだ暗いうちにホテルを出発で天気も不安だったんですが、晴れて虹も２本かかっているのも見れて良かったです。この日は、くじらが何頭も近くで見えたりイルカにもたくさん会えてよかったんですが、その分時間が無くなって、マリンスポーツがなくなりました。それがあるから中学の方でなく大学を選んでただけに少し残念でした。

We take this excursion to Molikini and Turtle Island every time we visit Maui. The crew of the catamaran, Capt Fish, David and Gary were amazing. They kept us safe, hydrated with water (or adult beverages), and made sure everyone that got in the water, got out of the water.

They also had a professional photographer who made sure everyone had a grand time, and preserved it on a CD you will not believe. The colors light up and we are glad he was along. We didn't have to worry about taking pictures.

We saw lots of whales, beautiful fish, but were a bit short on the turtles.

The selection of meats, cheeses and salad for lunch were a surprise. The sandwiches were easy to assemble, the bread was fresh, and it was just really good.

Go and enjoy!

I was really looking forward to it, but the weather was terrible and it was a battle against the cold. However, the staff's response and thoughtfulness warmed my heart. Thank you for being friendly with the staff's daughter and my little son. The hamburger was the best. I will definitely come again, so please take care of me.

凄く楽しみにしていたのですが、最悪の天候で寒さとの
戦いでしたが、スタッフの対応や心使いで心が温まりました。スタッフの娘さんとちびっこの息子さんとも、仲よく
して頂きありがとうございました。ハンバーガー最高でした。又必ず行くので宜しくお願いします。

I checked the low tide times and participated. The water was at ankle depth. The weather was nice too. However, it seems that you can only see the truly beautiful sandbar like in the pictures on a few specific days during certain times of the year. While it was a novelty, I thought the shallow beach was sufficient. The most enjoyable part was a turtle that was friendly with our tour boat, popping its head up near the sandbar.

The sandbar itself is at ankle depth if you catch the low tide, but the boat stops further back, so you will get wet up to your waist no matter what. If you're just looking to step onto the sandbar without snorkeling, I recommend wearing a swimsuit beforehand.

Although it was sunny, the wind was strong, and even though the seawater was warm, the wet areas felt very cold. It was so cold that I skipped snorkeling. While two groups took turns snorkeling, the group that didn't was just sitting on the boat, so we had quite a bit of time to kill. We spent a lot of time watching the turtles. Those who went snorkeling returned shivering with goosebumps. Some even stopped during practice because it was too cold. It might be different in summer.

I was looking forward to the food since I had read that it was delicious, but I think it's better not to have high expectations. It's not bad, but it's just average in taste. Although it's labeled as a barbecue, the food is not cooked on the boat; it's pre-cooked before boarding, so it’s cold when you eat it.

The captain and crew were cheerful and fun people.

干潮の時間を調べて参加しました。なので、水はくるぶし丈でした。天気もよかったです。ただ、写真のような本当に綺麗なサンドバーが見られるのは決まった時期の極僅かな日だけみたいです。ものめずらしさはありましたが、ビーチの浅瀬でも十分かな…と思いました。ただ、こちらのツアーの船になついている亀がいて、その子がサンドバー付近でちょこちょこ顔をみせてくれるのが一番楽しかったです。
サンドバー自体は干潮さえつかめばくるぶし丈ですが、船はそのもっと手前で止まるのでどうやっても腰の下くらいまでは濡れます。スノーケルをやらなくて、ちょっとサンドバーにおりてみたいだけ、という方でも事前に水着を着用した方がよろしいかと。
晴天でしたが風が強く、海水は温くても、濡れた箇所がとても寒いです。寒かったのでスノーケルはパスしました。2グループが交代でスノーケルをする間、しない組はひたすら船でぼーっとしてるだけだったのでかなり時間をもてあましていました。ずっと亀を眺めてたり。スノーケルをやった方たちは、戻ってきたときは鳥肌立てて震えていました。寒すぎて練習の段階でやめた方も。夏ならまた違うのでしょうが。
ご飯がおいしいとの書き込みを見ていたので楽しみにしていたのですが、あまり期待しないほうがいいかと。まずくはないですが、それなりくらいの味です。バーベキューとなってますが、船上で焼くわけではなく、乗船前に焼いてきた物を提供してくれます。なので食べるときは冷たいです。
船長や係員の方は、陽気で楽しい方たちでした。

In winter, the waves are particularly rough, and you may get seasick. The seawater is also murky, so while they do provide snorkeling gear, it might not be that impressive. It gets quite cold on the boat, so the chill after getting out of the water can be tough; those who are concerned about their health should take care. Additionally, the BBQ on the boat only includes hamburgers, so it might be best not to have high expectations.

冬は特に波が荒く、船酔いします。
海水も濁ってますのでシュノーケルもつれてってくれますが、そこまで感動はないでしょう。
相当船の上は寒いので水から上がってからの寒さは大変ですので、体調に不安がある方は気をつけた方が宜しいかと。
また、船上BBQはハンバーガーだけですので、期待はなさらない方がいいかと思います。

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_(. .)_