All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Turtle Canyon was great.

This is my third time participating.

I was able to see a pod of bottlenose dolphins, which is said to be very rare♪

It seems they are a different species than the ones usually seen.

I swam with them, and a turtle was also swimming nearby.

Then, right in front of me, it popped its head up from the water and showed me its cute face, which was so exciting.

It's something you can't easily do in Japan, so I highly recommend it!

こちらは３度目の参加です。

バンドウイルカの群れが見ることができ、それはとてもとても貴重だとのこと♪

ふだんよく見られるのとは違う種類だそうです。

一緒に泳ぎ、また、亀さんも近くでおよいでました。

すると目の前で水中からポコッと顔をだしてくれかわいい顔をみせてくれたので興奮しました。


日本では、なかなかできないことなのでおすすめです！

We researched extensively before selecting this excursion and it was even better than we had hoped for! We had 2 adults and two children, ages 16 and 11. One of the parents and the 11 years old had never been snorkeling before. Every member of the family had an incredible time! We would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone who wants to swim & snorkel and see some of the most incredible sea life Hawaii has to offer. It's an experience our family will remember for a lifetime!! Thanks again!! We will definitely be seeing you again on our return travels to Waikiki!!

We sped along on a motorboat.

It was really thrilling.

We even saw wild dolphins,

and although it was an English tour, the staff were kind and made it enjoyable.

Thank you very much.

エンジンのついたボートを飛ばして進みます。

すごく迫力がありました。

野生のイルカも見れたし、

英語ツアーでしたが、スタッフの人は優しく
楽しめました。

ありがとうございました。

The trip to Hawaii was the best!
This course is truly fulfilling!
In the morning, you can enjoy the famous malasadas,
and since there are both Japanese staff and locals,
I really felt the experience of being abroad!
Even as a first-timer, they taught me patiently,
and when I was feeling anxious, they swam with me, which made it really easy.
I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii!

ハワイの旅行で一番よかったです。
このコースはほんとに充実してます！
朝は名物のマラサダが食べれるし、
日本人スタッフと現地の方両方いるので
海外にきた感と味わえました！
初めての私でも丁寧に教えてくれるし、
不安にしていると一緒に泳いでくれたのでほんとに
やりやすかったです。
またハワイに行ったら必ず参加したいと思います。

We took the morning cruise. Great staff and we had a great time. we only wish we could have stayed all day five hours didnt seem to be enough. We will definately be back

I had decided to definitely go when I came to Hawaii since it had been featured on TV several times. When we participated, the water was about knee-deep at the shallowest point. The weather was nice, but it was a bit chilly when we got in and out of the water due to the strong wind. However, the staff's talks and performances were so unique that the cold didn't bother us at all. The freshly grilled hamburgers were also fantastic. I'm glad I participated.

テレビでま何度か紹介されていたので、ハワイに来たら絶対行こうと決めていました。
私たちが参加した時は、一番浅いところでひざ下くらいでした。
天気は良かったんですが、風が強く水に入るときと上がってからは、少し肌寒かったです。
でもスタッフの方々のトーク＆パフォーマンスがとてもユニークで寒さなんか吹っ飛びました。
焼きたてのハンバーガーも最高でした。
参加して良かったです。

I wanted to surprise my teenage nieces, so I decided to take them on those neat underwater scooters, and they had a blast. They are 15 years old and I thought they would be bored but they were not. They were so excited!!! The scooters were pretty easy to get used to, and my nieces had an easy time in the water.

They especially liked the idea that your hair doesn't get wet while in the bubble. We didn't see any big reef formations or turtles, but we did see a lot of small fish. I would recommend taking some motion sickness pills before boarding though, it did get a little rocky out there on the boat.

Staff was very friendly and attentive towards us, my nieces thought the crew were very good looking and wanted me to point this out. My nieces were hungry afterwards and this activity is in a very good location. A lot of places in walking distance to get some lunch since we all worked up an appetite. OH AND FREE PARKING if you opt to drive out instead of taking their transportatio

I checked the low tide times in advance and went there. As expected, the scenery was absolutely wonderful. The first spot I stepped into had water up to my knees, but the shallowest area was only about ankle-deep. At first, we took our time walking and took group photos. After that, only those who wanted to went snorkeling. It was my first time snorkeling, but it was easy to do. I think anyone who can swim will be fine. I was truly amazed to encounter beautiful fish and even sea turtles. We also enjoyed some light snacks at the end, making it a very satisfying tour. If you're going to Hawaii, this is definitely a place you should visit at least once!

事前に干潮時間を調べて行きました。期待通り、とても素晴らしい景色で、最初足を着けたところは膝ぐらい水位があったものの、一番浅いところは足首くらいの水位でした。最初は、ゆっくり歩きながら皆で記念撮影。その後は希望者だけで、シュノーケリング。初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、簡単に出来ました。泳げる方なら大丈夫だと思います。綺麗なお魚と海亀にまで遭遇できて本当に神秘的でした。最後に軽食もいただけて、大満足のツアーでした。ハワイに行くなら一度は是非訪れてもらいたい場所です！

It was different from what I imagined from the commercials, but it was good. I researched the low tide data, but the timing of my trip to Hawaii wasn't the best for low tide, which made it difficult. The staff's response was relatively good, and I was overall satisfied, especially since I got to see a sea turtle. I saw some fish while snorkeling, but the water clarity wasn't as high as I expected.

コマーシャルでイメージしていたと違いますが、良かったです。
干潮のデータを調べていきましたが、今回ハワイに行ったタイミングが一番潮の引くタイミングではなく難しいです。
スタップの対応も比較的よく、ウミガメも登場して全体的には満足しました。
シュノーケルは、魚は見えましたが思ったより海の透明度はあまり高くはなかったです。

"I want to swim with wild dolphins!"
"I want to see sea turtles!!"
"I want to eat malasadas!!!"
They covered all my selfish wishes.

On the day of the tour, the staff called my hotel room before the meeting time to confirm, which was very considerate. Thanks to that, I was saved from almost oversleeping.

When I actually saw the wild dolphins, I was surprised at how close they were! I might have been lucky, but I was able to see a pod of dolphins up close, and I was very satisfied.

I definitely want to join again the next time I go to Hawaii!!

「野生イルカと泳ぎたい！」
「ウミガメ観たい！！」
「マラサダ食べたい！！！」
って言う、ワガママな私の願いを全部網羅してくれました。

当日は集合時間前に担当のスタッフさんがホテルの部屋まで
確認の電話をしてくれる丁寧さ。
お陰で危うく寝過ごしそうになるのを救われました。

で、実際の野生イルカも想像以上にの近さにビックリ☆
運が良かったのかもしれないけど、
何頭ものイルカの群れを間近でみることができ、
大満足でした。

次にハワイ行ったときも、ぜひ参加したいです！！

I felt like Ayumi Hamasaki~~（●´▽`●）／ They say that seeing sea turtles can make you happy. I saw a pair♪ I want to go again before I die!!!

浜崎あゆみの気分になりました~~（●´▽`●）／
ウミガメを見ると、幸せになれるんですって。つがいでみちゃいました♪
しぬまえにまた、いきたいです！！！

Ocean rafting was exhilarating, as we sped towards the waves, making me want to shout with joy. The snorkeling was fantastic, with so many fish that I never got bored. We enjoyed chatting while eating fruits and snacks on board. Later, as we approached the cliffs, they showed us the rock layers and explained the lava formations. It was a lot of fun. The meeting point was a bit hard to find.

オーシャンラフティングは波に向かってスピードを上げて走っていくのはつい声を出してしまうほど爽快でした。シュノーケリングも本当に魚が多く見あきることがありません。乗船してフルーツとスナックを食べながら談笑。その後岸壁に近く船をすすめがけの地層を、溶岩を見せてくれ説明してくれました。
とても楽しかったです。
集合場所が少しわかりにくかったです。

It was my first time, so I was a bit skeptical about rafting. It was quite fast and bouncy, and our captain playfully took sharp turns, making the journey to the snorkeling point a fun activity. The tour guide spoke only in English, so I couldn't understand anything, but they provided a Japanese printout before boarding.

We saw sea turtles twice in different locations, and the dolphins came close enough to swim alongside us. We even got to see baby dolphins jumping, which was a rare experience! The speed made the wind feel really nice, and I didn't realize how strong the UV rays were... My husband ended up getting sunburned to the point of peeling!

初だったのでラフティング？どんなかなあ・・と半信半疑の参加でした。
結構スピードが出るしはねるし又キャプテンのいたずらで急カーブしてくれたりとシュノーケルポイントに着くまでも楽しいアクティビティーです
観光ガイドは全て英語なので全く分からずですが乗船前に日本語のプリントをくれます
ウミガメは一匹ずつ別場所で2回、イルカは手の届きそうな所まで近づいて一緒に泳げたり赤ちゃんイルカのジャンプが見れたりと貴重な体験がいっぱいです(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)
スピードがあるので風がとっても気持ちよくついつい紫外線の強さを感じさせず・・・主人は顔ズル剥けになる位焼けちゃいました(^^;)

It was just the two of us participating. I remembered a woman I met in Hawaii who told me that I should definitely visit the sandbar, which led me to decide to join this tour.

It was the right choice!

The scenery during the round trip between the hotel and the port was wonderful, and I was able to see many sea turtles. The sandwiches on the boat were delicious, and I was very satisfied.

I tend to get motion sickness, so I took some medication beforehand, but the boat was large and the waves were calm, so I might not have needed it. I think it's a good idea to apply sunscreen thoroughly.

友人と二人での参加でした。
以前ハワイで知り合った女性にサンドバーには一度は行ってご覧なさいと言われていた事を思い出しこのツアーへの参加を決めました。

正解でした！

ホテルと港の往復の景色もすばらしかったし、海がめも沢山見ることができたし、船上でのサンドイッチも美味しくて大満足でした。

乗り物酔いしやすい私は酔い止めをのんでおきましたが船も大きく波も静かだったので飲まなくてもよかったかも。
日焼け止めは念入りに付けたほうが良いと思いました
。

I participated with a friend last month. Since we didn't have a car, we chose a tour that provided transportation. After arriving at the harbor, a Japanese staff member took care of us, which made us feel secure until the end. We also participated in the snorkeling activity. They arranged for us to enter at Molokini Island, and since a group of Japanese girls who were supposed to join us canceled last minute, my friend and I ended up snorkeling together. However, I felt a bit embarrassed as a Japanese person. I borrowed a jacket, but it was warmer than I expected, so I might not have needed it. We also saw honu (sea turtles) several times, so I would like to participate again.

友人と先月、参加しました。
車がなかったので、お迎えがあるツアーを選びました。
ハーバーについてからも日本人のスタッフさんがお世話してくれて、最後まで安心でした。
スヌーバーにも参加しました。
モロキニ島で入るようにしてくれていて、一緒にもぐるはずだった日本人の女の子グループがドタキャンしたので友人と２人でもぐれました。
しかし、日本人としてちょっと恥ずかしかったです。
上着を借りたのですが、思ったよりも暖かく要らなかったかも。
ホヌにも何度も会えたので、また参加したいです。

The tour itself was very satisfying.
However, a 50-minute delay is a bit much.
I wonder if people in Hawaii are just laid-back.

ツアー自体は大満足でした
ただ50分の遅刻はないかな
ハワイの人はのんびりなんですかね

I joined this tour on a friend's recommendation. It was a small group, which allowed for flexible movement to dolphin spots, and I felt reassured by the attentive guide. We were able to see dolphins in several locations, witnessing them flying, sleeping, and playing multiple times. Since we didn't have to use floaties, we could dive or swim like the dolphins, making it a truly mystical experience. The guides were all very kind, and I was completely satisfied. I had no idea such a marine world existed! I will definitely participate again.

友人の勧めでこのツアーに参加。少人数制でフレクシブルにイルカスポットに移動できるし、ガイドさんの目が行き届いてて安心でした。イルカも何カ所かに分けて見られたし、飛んでるとこ寝てるとこ戯れているとこを何回も見られました。浮き輪をしなくて良いので潜るなり、イルカの気持ちになって泳ぐなりできてとても神秘的な体験でした。ガイドさんも皆さん親切で、とにかく大満足でした。あんな海の世界があったなんて！また必ず参加します。

I participated in a tour with lunch on September 26 (local time). The guide on the shuttle bus spoke English, and we had a fun (though a bit noisy) time until we arrived at the port. From the port to the sandbar, our guide "Miho" kept us entertained with her enjoyable microphone performance until we returned. "Yuki" took some great photos of us (like making heart shapes with our hands and holding hands, as well as shots from behind). I heard there are days when you can't see sea turtles, but that day we were able to see 6 or 7, which was amazing. We enjoyed a paradise-like experience with lunch (freshly grilled hamburgers) and beer at the sandbar. After a break, we moved to the snorkeling spot, and snorkeling among the coral reefs was truly breathtaking. It was my first time going to Hawaii with my wife after 21 years of marriage, and it was the best experience. We went on this trip to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary and the arrival of our first grandchild (by the way, I'm still only 44). I want to go back many more times. Next time, I want to bring my son, daughter, and all my grandchildren. Thank you for the precious experience and memories.

9月26日(現地時間)の昼食付きのツアーに参加しました、送迎バスのなかでは案内人の方が英語でしたが楽しく(少しうるさい)過ごし港に到着、港からサンドバーまでは案内人の「みほ」さんがとても楽しいマイクパフォーマンスで帰るまで楽しませてくれました、「ゆき」さんが撮ってくれる写真(夫婦で手でハートマークや手をつないでや、後ろ姿など)もすごく良かったです、海がめも見れない日があるらしいのですがその日は6、7匹見る事ができ感動、サンドバーで昼食(焼きたてハンバーガー)とビールで楽園気分満喫、休憩後シュノーケリング場所へ移動、珊瑚礁のなかのシュノーケリングは感動の一言でした、結婚して21年で初めて家内と二人でハワイに行きましたが最高でした、今回の旅行は結婚20年記念と初孫ができたお祝いで行きましたが(ちなみにまだ44歳です)、また何回も行きたいです。次回は息子、娘、孫みんな連れて行きたいです、貴重な体験と感動ありがとうございました。

My husband and I participated together, and I finally fulfilled my long-time dream of "swimming with dolphins"! A group of dolphins swam gracefully by, close enough that I felt I could reach out and touch them! There were also adorable baby dolphins. While we couldn't play with them, I was so happy to hear their voices.

The dolphins' performance is a must-see! They followed the boat and surfed, showing off impressive jumps with twists, just like Kohei Uchimura.

For those who share a dream like mine, I highly recommend participating. My husband joined reluctantly, showing no interest, but he ended up quite excited, snapping photos with an underwater camera. Later, he said, "That was pretty good."

Are you afraid of swimming in the ocean? No worries! You can borrow a float called a noodle. Plus, the guide holds your arm firmly, so you can feel safe (they took great care of both of us).

Worried about not seeing well underwater? No problem! You can borrow a prescription mask. My husband has terrible nearsightedness, but he enjoyed it.

Both the guide and the captain were very cheerful and kind. They seemed to find purpose in making sure we had a great time.

We also observed an activity at the hotel where you can interact with dolphins, but I thought that if you're going to spend that much money, this experience is definitely the better choice.

I created wonderful memories for a lifetime. Thank you!

主人と2人で参加しました　「イルカと泳ぐ」という長年の夢をやっと果たせました！少し近寄れば触れそうなところを悠然とイルカの群れが泳いでいくのです！かわいい子供イルカもいました　いっしょに遊ぶことはできませんが、イルカたちの声も聞けてとても嬉しかったです
それにイルカたちのパフォーマンスは必見です！
船の後についてきてサーフィンしたり、内村航平ばりのひねりの入ったジャンプを何度も見せてくれました
私のような夢を持っていらっしゃる方、ぜひ参加して下さい
主人は何の興味もなく仕方なく参加したのですが、結構興奮して水中カメラでパシャパシャ撮ってました　後で聞くと「なかなかよかったなあ」とのことでした
海で泳ぐのは怖い？　心配要りません！　ヌードルと呼ばれるうきを貸してもらえます　それにガイドさんがしっかり腕をにぎっていてくださるので安心です（主人と2人大変お世話になりました）　
目が悪いから水中はよく見えない？　大丈夫です！　度付きマスクを貸してもらえます　主人はひどい近眼ですが楽しめましたよ
ガイドさんも船長さんもとても陽気でいい方でした
それに私達を楽しませることに生きがいを感じていらっしゃるような方たちです
ホテルでイルカと触れ合うアクティビティもあり見学しましたが、あれだけのお金を出すなら絶対こっちの方が正解だと思いました
一生のいい思い出ができました　ありがとうございました
　

You will gather at the meeting point by rental car. Since other boats depart at the same time, it can be a bit confusing, but look for the boat with Japanese staff at the furthest dock.

The boat takes about an hour to reach Molokini Island. It's a comfortable cruise, although the scenery might be a bit monotonous. Along the way, a Japanese staff member (who is nice) will explain some important information.

Upon arriving at Molokini Island, you can snorkel for about an hour. The fish are decent. The crescent-shaped island doesn't seem to matter much as you get closer.

After getting back on the boat, you can enjoy a hamburger while moving to another point where you can swim with turtles.

If your main goal is snorkeling, you might not need to join this tour. However, considering the unique location of Molokini Island combined with the cruising experience, it's a tour worth participating in.

レンタカーで集合場所へ、他の船も同じ時間に出発なので、ちょっとわかりづらいですが、一番奥の乗り場の日本人のスタッフがいる船です
船は一時間ほどで、モロキニ島へ到着。快適なクルーズです。景色はちょっと単調かな。途中、日本人のスタッフ（いい人です）から、注意事項など説明があります。
モロキニ島到着。１時間くらいスノーケリング。魚は、まあまあってところ。三日月型の島であるということは、近づくとあまり関係なくなります。
船にあっがって、ハンバーガーを頂きながら、別のポイントへ移動。カメと一緒に泳げます。
スノーケリング目的なら、別にこのツアーに参加する必要はないでしょう。モロキニ島という特殊なロケーションとクルージングとセットで考えると、参加したいツアーです。

There were just the two of us Japanese, but the staff, although they couldn't speak Japanese, were very kind to us. The weather was nice, the sea was blue, and it was a very pleasant tour. At the sea turtle point, we were able to swim together. If you go to Maui, it's all about the sea. I think this tour is just right for enjoying the ocean.

日本人は私たち二人でしたが、スタッフの方は日本語は話せないものの親切に接して頂きました。
天気は良く、海は青く非常に気持ちのいいツアーでした。海亀のポイントでは一緒に泳ぐ事ができました。
マウイ島に行ったら海。海を満喫するなら丁度良いツアーだと思います。

I chose this tour because my stay was longer compared to others. The beach is close, but it takes about 20 minutes on foot to get to Kailua Town, so I think it's better to rent a bike if you're going to Kailua Town. However, if you relax on the beach for about an hour, you might only have time to visit the Kailua Shopping Center and Whole Foods. If you want to enjoy Kailua Town without engaging in sea activities and just take a stroll on the beach, I think it's better to use a bus or other means of transportation instead of an optional tour. This tour is not one that provides recommendations like "especially this is recommended" or "the view from here is great," so it's better to think of it as a tour that includes transportation, coin lockers, mat rentals, and lunch. Kailua Beach was very beautiful.

滞在時間がほかに比べて長かったためこちらのツアーに申し込みました。ビーチまでは近いのですが、カイルアタウンまでは徒歩で20分くらいかかるので、カイルアタウンに行く場合は自転車のレンタルを利用したほうがよいと思います。ただビーチで１時間ほどのんびりしてしまうとカイルアショッピングセンターとホールフーズくらいしか行くことができません。海のアクティビティはせずに、ビーチは散策程度でカイルアタウンを楽しみたいという方はオプショナルツアーではなくバスなどを利用したほうがよいと思います。このツアーは「特にここがおススメ」「ここからの眺めがいい」とか、案内をしてくれるツアーではありませんので、移動手段＋コインロッカー＋ゴザレンタル＋ランチがついたツアーと思ったほうがよいです。カイルアビーチはとてもきれいでした。

It was truly wonderful to encounter wild sea turtles and dolphins up close while cruising on a rubber boat. Additionally, the thrilling cruise led by the captain kept us smiling the whole time. However, since all the explanations during the cruise were in English, I highly recommend this tour if you understand English.

ゴムボートでのクルージングで、さわれる位置まで野生の海ガメやイルカに出会えて本当に素敵でした。
更にキャプテンよる迫力あるクルージングは笑顔もたえなかったです。
ただクルージングの際に説明が全て英語だったので、英語さえわかればとってもおすすめなツアーです。

Our family did the private boat charter when on vacation in Oahu just a couple of weeks ago, after booking from the Internet and just hoping we would get a tour that we would not forget. We were not disappointed at all, not realizing this company catered largely for Japanese tourists we were so impressed with our charter. Our captain was just so friendly and informative and made us feel very welcome and was great fun too. We will certainly be coming back again one day and booking another charter and would highly recommend to anyone that wants to treat themselves to something special and spoil themselves on a captain Bruce charter. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Kind regards, the Hortons from Down Under !

On the day, I only encountered three dolphins and couldn't swim with them, which was a bit disappointing. However, I was satisfied because I got to swim with turtles up close instead. The staff was amazing and really made it fun!!

当日はイルカ3頭としか遭遇せず、一緒に泳げなかったことは少し残念だったが、その代わりにカメとは至近距離で一緒に泳げたので満足しています。
スタッフは最高に盛り上げてくれたのでとても楽しかった！！

I was disappointed that I didn't encounter any dolphins, but the staff were lively and great at keeping the energy up, so overall I was satisfied. There were similar tours available, but I participated because a friend recommended it. I don't think the experience is the same every time due to seasonal variations, so it's a tour I would like to experience multiple times. Next time, I want to join a different tour for comparison.

イルカにはなかなか遭遇できなかったのが残念でしたが、スタッフの人達が元気に盛り上げ上手でトータル的には満足でした。類似のツアーが他にもありましたが、友人お勧めでしたので参加しました。季節的にも毎回同じではないと思いますので何回も体験したいツアーです。　次回は別のツアーに参加して比較したいと思います。

First, I was told that I needed to reconfirm my reservation, but when I called, they said that if I had questions about directions or anything else, I should call, but if not, there was no need to call. I felt a bit let down by that. Since it was a morning tour, I parked my rental car at the free parking lot past the nearby ABC Mart. There are restrooms at the pier, and while it's possible to change there, as others have mentioned, it's better to come dressed for the occasion. On the day of the tour, staff members came under a green tent, and after handing over the voucher, I received a colored card that corresponds to the boat we would be taking. Groups were divided by the color of the card, and we signed a liability waiver, but there was no Japanese version of the form available when we went. After signing, we boarded the rubber boat by group and set off. Until we reached the bay, we made sudden turns and sped along at an incredible pace. We stopped at a spot where there were lots of dolphins, and they took their time there, providing excellent service. It was really fun, but my 70-year-old mother kept saying how scared she was. On the way back, she seemed to be enjoying it more, perhaps because she got used to it. The snorkeling was just okay. The clarity wasn't as good as I expected, and there weren't a huge variety of tropical fish. Still, I had a great time. The staff were very cheerful and fun, and I felt a bit guilty for needing their support for my elderly mother.

まず、予約の再確認が必要とのことでしたが、電話してみたら、行き方や他に何かわからないことがある場合は電話して聞く必要があるけど、特にそういうことでなければ電話は別にいらないわよ~と電話口で言われました。な~んだ、と拍子抜けはしました。当日は朝のツアーだったので、近くのABCマートの先にある無料駐車場にレンタカーを止めて参加。桟橋にトイレもあり、着替えもできないこともないのですが、皆さんの書き込み通り着替えていった方がベターです。当日緑のテントの下にスタッフの人が来て、バウチャーを渡すと乗るボートごとに色分けしたカードをもらえます。その色のカードを持っているグループごとに分かれ、いろいろ書いた責任注意事項の用紙にサインをしますが、私たちの時には書き込みにある日本語の用紙はありませんでした。サインした後、グループごとにゴムボートに乗り込み出発。湾に到着するまで、急に曲がったり、ものすごいスピードで突っ走ります。途中イルカがいっぱいいるところで止まってくれて、時間を取ってくれたり、サービス満点。本当に楽しいけど、７０歳の母はただ怖い怖いと言い続けてました。帰りは慣れてきたのか、楽しそうでしたが。シュノーケルはまぁまぁです。思ったほどの透明度はなく、魚も物凄い種類の熱帯魚がいるということではないので。それでも十分楽しめました。スタッフの方も凄い明るく楽しい人達で、７０歳の老人のサポートをしてくれて、申し訳なかったなぁとも思います。

The tour we participated in during our family's trip to Hawaii in September was the "All Hawaii Cruise: Angel's Sea." The heavenly sea, famous in Hawaii, was a place I had always wanted to visit! I was particularly looking forward to it during this trip.

However, on the day of the tour, I was expecting a beautiful view at the sandbar where the sand completely emerges in the middle of the ocean, but unfortunately, the weather was not favorable that day. As a result, we could only get off the boat when the water receded to knee height, and it was very cold due to the bad weather, but there was nothing we could do about it!

At the snorkeling point, we were able to swim with many fish. Since there are many deep areas where you can't touch the bottom, it's better for those who are not confident in swimming to borrow a life jacket.

During the cruising, we saw sea turtles, and the hamburgers we had on the boat were delicious, as they grilled the meat over charcoal.

Be careful about the weather when going to the heavenly sea!

私たち家族が９月に行ったハワイで参加したツアーが、
【オールハワイクルーズ 天使の海】です。
ハワイの海でも有名で一度は行きたいと思っていた天国の海！
念願かなって今回の旅行の中でも特に楽しみにしていました。

しかし、当日は海の真ん中に砂が完全に浮き出るサンドバーで美しい光景を期待していましたが、残念ながらこの日だけ天候に恵まれませんでした。
そのため膝あたりまでしか水が引かない時に降りたのと、天気も悪くとても寒かったですが、それはもうしょうがないと思うしかありません！

シュノーケリングのポイントではたくさんの魚たちと泳ぐことが出来ました。
海の中は足がつかない深い地点が多いので、泳ぎが不安な方は救命道具を貸してもらったほうが良いです。

クルージングはウミガメが見れたし、船で食べたハンバーガーはお肉を炭火で焼いてくれてとっても美味しかったです。

天国の海に行くときは天気に気を付けましょう！

We participated as a family of three with our 10-year-old son. This was our first experience with snorkeling, and despite not being great swimmers, we wanted to swim with dolphins. After considering various options, we decided to join Mr. Nawata's tour! The reasons were the small group size of eight people and the five-star service from the staff.

Having actually participated, I can confidently say that choosing this tour was the right decision! Mr. Nawata took great care of our son, allowing him to see the dolphins up close, which made him extremely happy! We were also able to chase the dolphins without worrying about our son (though we were quite busy with our own excitement).

Here are the good points about participating in Mr. Nawata's tour:
- With a maximum of eight participants, we didn't waste time getting on and off the boat, which increased our opportunities to swim with the dolphins (larger boats tend to take longer).
- The boat was specifically for snorkeling, so we were close to the water's surface, making it completely non-threatening for us, even as beginners.
- The staff were very attentive. As mentioned, Mr. Nawata was dedicated to taking care of our son, allowing him to see the dolphins up close. Swim guide Michi and the captain also constantly pointed out where the dolphins were so that participants could see them well!
- Even as first-time snorkelers who couldn't swim well, we were able to use a floating device, which allowed us to chase the dolphins with confidence.

You may already know this, but my wife, who has poor eyesight, had no issues wearing disposable contact lenses. I was able to borrow prescription goggles, which helped me see the dolphins clearly.

I would love to participate again next year.

Lastly, thank you, Michi, for sending the wonderful dolphin photos. I'm using one as my phone wallpaper!

10歳の息子と一緒に家族3人で参加しました。シュノーケリングは家族3人初めての経験で、あまり泳げないにもかかわらずイルカと一緒に泳ぎたくて、いろいろと検討した結果、縄田さんのツアーに参加！その理由は８名という少人数が定員ということと、スタッフの対応が五つ星ということ。
実際に参加しての実感はこのツアーを選んで大正解！
息子には縄田さんが付きっきりで面倒を見ていただけたので、誰よりもイルカを近くで見ることができ、大満足！私たちも息子を心配せずに（というか自分のことでいっぱいいっぱいでしたが。。。）イルカを追いかけることができました。

縄田さんのツアーに実際に参加して良かった点は、次のとおりです。
？定員８名なので、船のあがりおりに時間がかからず、イルカと一緒に泳ぐ機会が増える（大規模な船だとあがりおりに時間がかかるようです）。
？ボートがシュノーケル専用のボートとのことで、海面からの距離が近く、まったく経験のない私たちでも海に飛び込むことがまったく怖くありませんでした。
？スタッフの面倒見が非常に良い。上述のとおり、息子は縄田さんに付きっきりで面倒をみてもらったので、近くでイルカを見れて大満足。スイムガイドのミチさんやキャプテンも参加者にイルカをたくさん見てもらうためにどこにイルカがいるのか常に指し示してくれました！
？泳げないシュノーケリング初めての私たちでも棒状の浮き輪？を使えるので、安心してイルカを追いかけることができました。

また皆さんはご存知のことかもしれませんが、目が悪い妻は使い捨てコンタクトをつけたままでもまったく支障はなかったとのことでした。視力が0.1程度の私は度付きのゴーグルを借りることができましたので、イルカをよく見ることができました。

また来年も参加したいと思います。

最後にミチさん、ステキなイルカの写真を送って頂きありがとうございました。
携帯の待ち受け画面として使っています！