All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

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
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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！

I chose this tour again because I saw dolphins and turtles last time. I'll probably choose this tour again next time as well.

前回もイルカや亀が見れたので、またこのツアーにしました。
多分また次回もこのツアーにします。

My husband and I tried snorkeling first time and we are not even good swimmer. I know only basics of swimming and I can not even survive in a 6 ft swimming pool and still I had fun snorkeling with Fair wind. Crew helped us a lot and snorkeling area was also good. They have different kind of accessories like view box and board for childrens. we would defenately go for second time.

The timing was unfortunate, and it was very cold...
The water level was quite high, and there was no sandbar at all.
I thought that if the weather had been nice, we could have enjoyed a really beautiful sea.
The sea turtle looked small, but I had a great time.

The staff's consideration was wonderful.
Thank you very much.

時期が悪く、とても寒い思いをしました・・・
水位も結構あり、サンドバーはまったくです。
天気が良ければとてもキレイな海が楽しめただろうなぁと思いました~。
海がめさん、小さく見えるだけでしたが、楽しめました。

スタッフの方のお気遣い、すばらしかったです。
ありがとうございました。

I participated on September 22nd. I have experienced diving and snorkeling in various islands, including overseas, but swimming close to wild dolphins and hearing their voices live was a first for me, and it was an emotional experience that is hard to put into words. The guides, Mr. Nawata and Ms. Tsuyako, were very kind and provided heartfelt guidance. They help ensure that even solo participants or those who are not very comfortable in the water can enjoy the experience. What impressed me the most was the enthusiasm they showed in wanting to convey the beauty of Hawaii to the guests. When we returned to the port, we took a moment to search for whales, as it was mentioned that they had arrived early in Hawaii this year. Unfortunately, we couldn't spot any, but more than anything, I was reminded of the "curiosity" and excitement that I often forget in the urban life of Tokyo. I heard that in winter, you can meet whales, so I hope to come back someday to see them.
It's a wonderful recommended tour that is small in number, homey, safe, and truly moving!

９月２２日に参加しました。ダイビングやシュノーケリングを海外を含む色々な島で経験してきましたが、野生のイルカの間近で泳ぐ体験、イルカの声を生で聞く経験は初めてで、言葉で表現するのは難しいくらいの感動を味わうことができました。　ガイドの縄田さんと、つやこさんはとても親切で心のこもったガイドをしてくれました。ひとり参加や、海があまり得意でない人でもエンジョイできるように誘導してくれます。私が印象的だったのは、ハワイの素晴らしさをゲストに伝えようとしてくれる熱意を感じたことです。最後に帰港する際、今年はクジラが早くハワイ島にやってきたということで、しばしクジラ探しをしました。残念ながら目撃することはできませんでしたが、何より東京の都会では普段忘れている「好奇心」やワクワクする気持ちをかき立ててもらえました。冬ならクジラに会えるそうなので、いつか会いに来たいと思います。
　人数も少なめで、アットホームかつ安全で感動できる素晴らしいおすすめツアーです！

I went on a sandbar tour. This tour was filled with Japanese people. There were about 30 participants on the day I joined. The staff seemed quite experienced.

I heard that it’s also used for gravure photo shoots, and the color of the sea is beautiful, an emerald hue. However, since we all walked together on the sandbar, it felt like there wasn’t much of a private atmosphere. That was a bit disappointing.

Overall, the sea is very beautiful, so it's nice, but I think it may not be suitable for those who want a sense of privacy. (For reference)

サンドバーツアーに行ってきました。
このツアー、とにかく日本人だらけでした。参加した日は３０人ぐらいいたかな。スタッフの人も、手慣れてる感じでした。
グラビア撮影でも使われているとのことで、海の色もエメラルド色できれいです。ただ、サンドバーを歩くのですが、皆でぞろぞろ歩いていくのでプライベート感はあまりないような気がしました。それが、少し残念。

総合的には、海もとても綺麗なのでいいですがプライベート感が欲しい方にはあまり向いていないかなと思いました。（参考までに）

The sea was really beautiful, but the snorkeling was a bit lacking... I wish I could have seen some prettier tropical fish. I was a little disappointed given my expectations, but I was excited to see a sea turtle. The light snacks were quite delicious and filling. I think the staff was the most accommodating. In particular, Ryo, who is Japanese, was very kind and great. I would like to participate again.

海はすごくきれいでしたがシュノーケリングはいまいちかな・・・もう少しきれいな熱帯魚とかみれたら良かったかな・・・。期待してた分少しがっかりでしたがウミガメが見れてテンションあがりました。
軽食はかなりおいしくて食べごたえのあるものでした。
スタッフは一番対応が良かったように思います。
とくに日本人のりょうさんはすごく優しくて良かったです。
また参加したいです。

I participated in the Angel's Sea Sandbar Cruise. The sea was incredibly beautiful! Due to the tides, it wasn't the perfect sandy beach you often see in photos, but the water was about knee-deep, and sitting in it felt like enjoying a half-body bath. It felt luxurious to be able to sit in the sea and look out at the ocean in 360 degrees, even though we were offshore.

Above all, the warm and delicious hamburger after playing in the sea was exceptional! Also, after snorkeling, they provided hot drinks to warm us up, and the sweet hot chocolate was the best. The only downside was that the time spent seeing the sea turtles was shorter than I expected.

天使の海サンドバークルーズに参加しました。
海はとってもキレイでした！潮の関係で、よく写真にあるような完全な砂浜にはなっていなかったけど、深さはひざ下くらいで、すわってもお風呂で半身浴してるみたいに気持ちよかったです。沖にいるのに海の中で座って３６０度まわりの海を見渡せるなんて贅沢な感じがしました。
何よりも、海ではしゃいだ後の温かいおいしいハンバーガーは格別でした☆☆　また、シュノーケルの後には冷えた体を暖めてくれるホットドリンクも用意してくれて、甘いホットチョコレートは最高でした。
ウミガメを見る時間が思ったより短かったのだけが残念でした。

I was really looking forward to Heaven's Sea.

Perhaps because there were so many participants, we were divided into several groups on boats to get to Heaven's Sea, but for some reason, we had to wait a really long time. It seemed like there were too few boats available, and the wait to get on a returning boat was just too long, which took away the excitement.

Moreover, the wind was really strong, and since we had to stand the whole time, it was cold.

As for Heaven's Sea itself, it was fairly beautiful, but I didn't feel that much excitement about it. The water wasn't particularly clear, and there weren't a lot of fish.

The only good thing was that there were sea turtles near the pier, and we got to see them up close!

I think it would be better to check the tide schedule before participating.

すごく楽しみにしてた天国の海。
参加人数が多かったのか、ボートで何組にか分かれて、天国の海まで行くのですが、なぜだかとーっても待たされた。
確保してるボートが少ないのか、岸に帰ってくるボートに乗れるまでの時間が長すぎて、わくわく度がなくなってしまった。

しかも風がすごく吹いていて立ちっぱなしだから、寒いし。

肝心の天国の海は、まあまあ綺麗でした。そこまでの感動はなかったなあ。
海が澄んでいるわけでもないし、お魚がいっぱいいるわけでもないし。

唯一良かったのは、桟橋の付近にウミガメが棲みついていて、間近で見れたこと！

潮の満ち引きをチェックして参加するのが、良いと思われます。

Thank you very much for your support on September 13th. Thanks to Mr. Nawata and swim guide Michi, I had a very enjoyable dolphin swim. Michi even said, "It's been a while since I've seen dolphins in such a playful mood!" I was very satisfied with how much fun the dolphins had with us! I believe even those who can't swim can feel safe swimming with the dolphins with the support of floatation devices and the swim guides.

The dolphin swim involves chasing after dolphins that are moving south, and it’s a repetitive process of chasing and swimming. Aloha Kona Tours has a capacity of 8 people (there were 6 during my time), so compared to tours with 20 people, the boarding and disembarking is quicker, allowing for more time swimming with the dolphins. While you can't know for sure until you go, there are many boats out in the ocean for dolphin tours, and some are quite large. Aloha Kona Tours is definitely a better deal!

By the way, the boat (about a 20-minute ride) can be quite rocky, so motion sickness medication is a must. If you get sick, you won't be able to enjoy it. Also, if you bring a hat, make sure it has a strap to keep it secure, or it will get blown away. On the way there, a swimsuit is fine, but on the way back, since your body will be wet and cold, it’s good to have a light jacket. I brought an underwater camera, but I was so focused on watching the dolphins that I only managed to take one decent photo (；；). However, I think it’s more important to see them with your own eyes first, so I wish I had just recorded in movie mode instead of worrying about photos.

If you write your email address in Michi's sign book, she will send you the photos she took of the dolphins later (they're really well taken!). I'm grateful for that☆

Next time, I want to be able to dive down to 3 meters for the dolphin swim (I've heard it gives you a greater sense of "swimming together"). Thank you so much again!!

９月１３日は大変お世話になりました。
縄田さんとスインムガイドのミチさんにしっかりサポートしていただいたおかげで、とても楽しいドルフィンスイムになりました。
ミチさんも「こんなに遊びモードのイルカは久しぶり！」と言っていたほど、イルカにたくさん遊んでもらえて大満足でした！
泳げない人でも浮輪とスイムガイドさんのサポートで安心してイルカと泳げると思いますよ。

ドルフィンスイムは南下して移動してくるイルカを追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐ→追いかけて泳ぐという繰り返しなのですが、アロハコナツアーズさんは定員８名なので（私の時は６名でした）、２０名い乗ってるツアーなどに比べて乗り降りが早くイルカと泳ぐ時間が長いようです。
行ってみないと分からないですが、海にはイルカツアーのたくさんの船が出ていて、かなり大所帯の船もありました。
絶対アロハコナツアーズさんの方がお得ですよ~☆

ちなみにボート（片道２０分ほど）はなかり揺れるので、酔い止め必須です。酔ってしまっては楽しめないので。
また、帽子は紐付きで固定できる物でないと飛ばされてしまうので持って行っても意味ないです。
行きのボートは水着だけで大丈夫ですが、帰りは体が濡れて冷えているので薄い上着が一枚あるといいです。
私は水中カメラを持って行ったのですが、イルカを見るのに夢中でちゃんと撮れたのは１枚くらいでした（；；）
でもまずは肉眼でちゃんと見るのが優先だと思うので、写真は諦めてムービーモードで回していれば良かったと思いました・・・。

でもミチさんのサイン帳にＰＣのアドレスを書くと、後日ミチさんが撮ったイルカの写真が送られてきますよ。（とっても良く撮れてます！）
感謝です☆

今度は３メートルでも潜れるようになってドルフィンスイムに臨みたいと思います。（もっと「一緒に泳いでいる」感覚になれるとのことです。）
本当にありがとうございました！！

We were picked up at the hotel at 6:50 AM, and it took about 15 minutes to get to the port for boarding the cruise.

The tour participants were about half foreign and half Japanese. My husband and I took a seat on the second floor with a good view, and it took about an hour to reach the snorkeling point. The Japanese staff provided a thorough explanation of the snorkeling precautions, which made us feel at ease.

We entered the water and observed the coral reefs and fish. I felt a bit disappointed, thinking, "Is this all there is?" I was expecting more colorful coral reefs.

We changed points and went to see sea turtles, and we were thrilled to encounter them several times.

It was convenient to have breakfast and lunch on the cruise. The food wasn't particularly delicious, but considering the cost performance, I was satisfied.

朝6:50にホテルでビックアップ、その後クルーズ乗船する港まで約15分。

ツアー参加者は外国人と日本人と半々位でした。
二階の眺めの良いところに主人と席を取り、一時間くらいでポイトへ。
シュノーケルの注意も日本人スタッフが丁寧に説明してくれて安心でした。

海に入り珊瑚礁や魚を眺めました。
「こんなものかしら。」と感じ、ちょっと期待はずれ感はありました。
もうちょっと色とりどりの珊瑚礁かと思ってました。

ポイントを変えて、ウミガメを眺めに行き何度か遭遇し感激でした。

朝ご飯、昼ご飯もクルーズで頂いたので便利でした。
食事内容は特に美味しいという感じではありませんでしたが
コストパフォーマンスを考えれば満足です。

I had a great time! Actually, I got seasick and spent most of the time on the boat, but I was happy that the staff were concerned about me.

It seems that the dolphins were a bit nervous because a baby had just been born, so I was able to see them from the boat, but it looks like the people swimming couldn't see them.

My daughter said she was disappointed about not seeing the dolphins, but she was moved when she saw the sea turtles.

That said, the staff were really fun and felt like family!

The hula was surprisingly enjoyable too (^_^)v

This is a tour I would like to join again when I go to Hawaii!

とても楽しかったです　実は私は船酔いしてしまいほとんど船の上でしたが．．.
スタッフの皆が心配してくれて嬉しかったです

イルカは赤ちゃんが生まれたてで神経質になっているらしく船上の私からは見れましたが　泳いでいる人からは見れなかったみたいです

娘はイルカは残念だったけどウミガメを見たとき感動したと言っていました

それにつけてもスタッフの皆さんがとても楽しくオハナでした！


フラも意外と楽しかったです(^_^)v

またハワイに行ったときには参加したいツアーです

I had experience with dolphin watching, but I joined the tour expecting to swim with them. I thought we would only see them from a distance in the water, but they actually swam right next to us. I was captivated watching a baby dolphin nudging its mother and two dolphins racing alongside each other. As I got distracted by the dolphins behind me, I noticed there were dolphins on the side as well! Before entering the water, our guides, Mr. Nawata and Ms. Michi, told us to constantly be aware of our surroundings, and I found that to be true (laughs).

I was amazed that we could see them up close. Mr. Nawata mentioned, "They might not come close because they have a baby with them," and Ms. Michi added, "They are swimming fast today." I was surprised to learn that wild dolphins sometimes swim closer and slower.

It wasn't just the dolphins that impressed me. On this day, we had a hard time finding dolphins and spent quite a bit of time searching, but the staff worked hard to ensure that participants could see as many dolphins as possible. Once we found them and entered the water, the captain pointed out where the dolphins were from the boat, while the two guides continuously signaled us from the water. After the tour, Ms. Michi kindly offered to send me the dolphin photos she took, so I shared my email address, and she promptly sent me some amazing, clear images. We had tried to take pictures ourselves, but we couldn't keep up with the dolphins' speed, so I was very grateful for her thoughtful gesture.

The conversations on the boat were enjoyable, and they shared various ways to enjoy the Big Island. I think the tour was even more enjoyable because all the staff were genuinely pleasant. There were first-time snorkelers and elementary school children on this trip, and the attention given to them was very detailed, making it a tour that beginners could join with confidence.

The boat was a small one with a capacity of eight participants, which actually turned out to be good for swimming with the dolphins. We would find the dolphins and then enter the water ahead of where they were swimming, waiting for them to pass by. After they went by, we would get back on the boat and repeat the process. If the boat were larger, it wouldn't be as maneuverable, and with more people, it would take longer for everyone to get back on the boat, reducing the number of times we could see the dolphins.

This time, my wife saw online that Mr. Nawata's tour had a good reputation, so we decided to join both the manta and dolphin tours.

イルカウォッチングの経験はあったが、一緒に泳げることを期待してツアーに参加。とはいえ、少し離れた海中から見るくらいだろうと思っていたが、本当にすぐ近くを群れが泳いでいく。子供のイルカが母イルカをつついている様子や２頭が競争するように並走していく様子などを夢中で見ていると後にイルカ、そちらに気を取られると横にもイルカ！　
海に入る前にガイドの縄田さんやミチさんに言われたとおり、絶えず上下左右を気にしていないといけない（笑）
こんな間近で見られるとは、と感激していると、「今は子供がいるから少し警戒して寄ってこないのかもしれない」と縄田さん。ミチさんも「今日は泳ぎが速い」と。野生のイルカなのにもっと近くをもっとゆっくり泳いでくれることもあるのだと驚いた。

感激したのはイルカばかりではない。この日はイルカがなかなか見つからずかなり船を走らせたが、スタッフみんなが何とか参加者により沢山のイルカを見せてくれようと群れを探し、見つかって海に入るとキャプテンは船の上から、ガイドのお二人は海中でこっちこっちと常にイルカのいる所を教えてくれた。またツアー後もミチさんが自身で撮られたイルカの写真を送って下さるというのでメールアドレスをお伝えしておいたら、早速にとてもクリアな素晴らしい画像を送ってくださった。自分達でも写してはいたがどうしてもイルカのスピードについていけず、上手く撮れていなかったので大変嬉しい心遣いだった。

船上でのおしゃべりも楽しく、ハワイ島での楽しみ方もいろいろ教えていただいた。スタッフ皆さんが本当に気持ちの良い方ばかりだったのでよりツアーを楽しめたのではないかと思う。
今回はシュノーケル初体験という方や小学生のお子さんもいたが、そのアテンドも大変きめ細かく、初心者でも安心して参加できるツアーだと思った。
船は小さいボートで参加者も８名が定員だが、それがかえってイルカと泳ぐには良いよいのだそう。実際イルカを見つけては彼らが泳いできそうな所に先回りして海に入って待つ、イルカが通り過ぎると船にあがり、また先回りして海に入る、の繰り返し。船が大きいと小回りがきかないし、人数が多いと全員が船にあがるのにも時間がかかってしまい、イルカを見る回数が減ってしまうとのことだった。

今回、嫁がサイトで縄田さんのツアーが評判なのを見て、マンタとイルカ、２つのツアー

The tour we participated in was something that my daughters went on about a week ago and were very impressed by. Hearing this, my husband and I eagerly joined, believing without a doubt that we would get to see dolphins. The tour description did mention that since it involves nature, there are rare occasions when you might not see them. However, we didn't see a single dolphin, and only a few fish. I was really disappointed to see such a big difference from what we expected. We did receive a half-price voucher for the next time, but I don't think we'll participate for a while.

That said, the performance of the staff was very good.

私たちが参加したこのツアーは、娘たちが、一週間ほど前に行って、感激したものでした。この話を聞いた私と主人は　もう疑いなくイルカに会えるものだと、意気込んでの参加でした。ツアーの説明には、自然が相手の物なので、会えないことも稀にある旨のことは、もちろん書いてありましたが。本当に一頭のイルカとも会えず、魚もほんの少し。その時々で、こんなに違うものか、と、本当にがっかりしました。次回半額券はいただきましたが、しばらくは、参加できないと思います。
ただ、スタッフの方たちのパフォーマンスは、大変良かったですよ。

The sandbar is affected by the tides, so when I actually went there, the water reached up to my thighs, and I couldn't enjoy the beautiful sandy beach like in the photos. However, looking around, I could see the distant Kualoa Ranch and the endless blue ocean. It felt nice to be surrounded by nature, which was a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. The malasada and the lunch I had on the boat were also delicious.

ｻﾝﾄﾞﾊﾞｰは潮の満ち引きの関係があるので実際に行った時は
太ももまで海につかる感じだったので写真のようなきれいな
砂浜にはあえませんでしたが、周りを見渡すと遠くにはクアロア牧場、見渡す限り一面ﾌﾞﾙｰの海。自然に囲まれているなぁ。とﾜｲｷｷの賑やかさとは一味違い良かったです。ﾏﾗｻﾀﾞも
船で食べたﾗﾝﾁも美味しかったです。