All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I was looking forward to the cruising, and just as I thought, we were the only Japanese people there, but we were able to enjoy it enough. However, I regretted forgetting my motion sickness medication. Unfortunately, we couldn't see any dolphins, so we're saying we should try again.

楽しみにしていたクルージング、思っていた通り日本人は私たちだけでしたけど充分楽しむ事が出来ました。ただ、酔い止め薬を忘れた事が悔やまれました。残念ながらイルカが見れなかったのでもう一度チャレンジしようて言ってます。

We participated as a couple on September 30, 2010.

On that day, there were many participants from a large ship, and we set off with a total of four boats! We were the only Japanese participants, and the boat we shared had couples from America, France, and Australia.

All the explanations were in English. Perhaps because there were so many participants, there were no Japanese pamphlets available. To be honest, I understood only about half of it, but it was such a fun tour that it didn't matter.

As soon as we departed, we sped up! Feeling the wind, we could enjoy the views of the mountains on the opposite shore, gaze at the sun and the horizon, and experience nature with our whole bodies.

Along the way, the female captain occasionally stopped the boat and humorously explained Hawaii's nature and history.

After some time, we arrived at the snorkeling point. Here, we could leisurely observe the coral and the yellow and black fish for about an hour and a half. Snacks and juice were provided during the break.

Oh, and we were thrilled to see dolphins both on the way there and back, as they jumped around the boat!

This is a highly recommended tour where you can enjoy a variety of experiences.

2010/9/30に夫婦で参加しました。

当日は大型船からの参加者が多く、合計４台のボートで出発！！
日本人は私たちだけで、乗り合わせたボートにはアメリカ、フランス、オーストラリアからのご夫婦が参加されていました。

説明は全て英語です。参加者が多かったせいか、日本語のパンフレットもありませんでした。正直半分くらいしか分かりませんでしたが、そんなこと気にならないくらい楽しいツアーです。

出発するとすぐにスピードアップ！！風をいっぱい感じながら、対岸の山々を観たり、太陽と水平線を眺めたり、体中で自然を味わうことができます。

途中、時々ボートを停めては女性船長がユーモアたっぷりにハワイの自然や歴史を説明してくれます。


そんなこんなでシュノーケリングポイントに到着
ここで一時間半ほど、ゆっくりサンゴと黄色と黒の魚を観ることができました。休憩にはスナックとジュースが付きました。

そうそう、行きも帰りもイルカに会うことができ、ボートの周りでジャンプしてくれたことに大感激です

色々なことが楽しめるおススメのツアーです

I was able to see a large pod of dolphins and enjoy a speedy cruise. Snorkeling was fun as I swam with colorful fish in the 20-30 meter deep sea. The captain was also very cheerful, which was great.

イルカの大群を見られたり、スピーディーなクルージングを楽しむことができた。
シュノーケリングでは深さ20-30ｍの海で泳ぐカラフルな魚と一緒に泳ぐことだできて楽しかった。
船長もとても陽気でよかった。

I was moved beyond words.

I was touched by the high transparency of the sea, where I could see the spotted patterns of rays swimming beneath the surface. I was also moved by the faint sounds of dolphins crying underwater, as if they were speaking to me, and by the attentive service of the staff... My heart was filled with wonderful sparkles.

This tour feels like swimming alongside wild dolphins while they are sleeping, which is quite different from the dolphin swims at Sea Life Park or the dolphin activities at the Kahala Hotel, where you can touch the dolphins closely. If you expect that kind of interaction, you might feel a bit unsatisfied...

However, you get to experience the dolphins in their natural, free state, and the majestic beauty of nature, which is incredibly healing.

I highly recommend this tour, where the stress from Japan melts away in the beautiful sea, leaving your heart feeling light!! I will definitely join again the next time I go to Oahu.

Yuriko, Captain Jenna LOVE & MAHALO

言葉じゃ言い表せないくらいの感動。

自然に感動して、海底に泳ぐエイのまだら模様まで
見えちゃうほどの透明度の高い海に感動して、
まるで自分に話しかけているかのような水中で聞こえる
かすかなイルカの泣き声に感動して、
スタッフさんのきめ細やかなご対応に感動して…
心の中にいっぱい素敵なキラキラが充電されました。

本当の野生のイルカが睡眠中の時にすぐそばを一緒になって
すーっと泳ぐという感じのツアーなので
シーライフパークのドルフィンスイムや
カハラホテルのドルフィンアクティビティとは
イルカにべたべた触れないという点がだいぶ違います。
それを期待して参加するとちょっと物足りない
気持になってしまうかも…

でも、その分狭い所に押し込まれていないイルカの
のびのびとした自由な姿や雄大な自然を感じ
ものすごーく癒されます。

日本でのストレスが綺麗な海に溶け出して
心が軽くなるようなツアー是非お勧めします！！
次回オアフに行くときはまた参加します

yurikoさん、captain Jenna LOVE＆MAHALO

I was really looking forward to the Heaven's Sea Tour and participated in it.

I chose the afternoon tour, but the water level was high, reaching chest level in some areas, so I couldn't take my camera into the sea, which was a bit disappointing.

It was early October, and it was a bit cloudy, so the water temperature was low. I wanted to go snorkeling, but unfortunately, I couldn't...

The BBQ meat was delicious.

This tour might be better in the morning.

天国の海ツアーは、とても楽しみにして参加しました。

午後からのツアーを選択しましたが、水位が上がっていて多いところで胸位まであり、カメラを持って海へ入る事ができず、少し残念でした。

10月初めでしたが、少し曇っていたこともあり、水温が低く、シュノーケルもしたかったのですが残念しました。。。

BBQのお肉は美味しかったです。

このツアーは午前がおススメなのかもしれません。

My husband & I were coming to Oahu, Hawaii for the first time. He is a certified scuba diver, but hadn't done any snorkel or scuba for years. We wanted to do a snorkel trip, since he enjoys it. I had never snorkeled, & from the reviews I read, I thought this trip would be enjoyable for both of us.
We had a lot of fun - on the boat, in the water, talking with the crew & fellow "snorkelers." It is a great trip for beginners - you get good instruction & practice before you are taken to a coral reef.
Bonus: we got to see several Green Turtles on our way to the reef. We would do this trip again!

The sandbar was knee-deep in shallow areas, but it was very beautiful, and my two-year-old son was delighted to go into the sea. We were also able to see sea turtles, which made it a very memorable activity for my son.

サンドバーは浅いところで膝くらいの高さでしたが、とてもキレイで２歳の息子も喜んで海に入っておりました。
海がめも見ることができ、息子にはとても思い出深いアクティビティになったようです。

I made a reservation through HP.
At the last minute, I received an email saying that the meeting place would change due to the ship's schedule.
Indeed, during the week I was there, large ships were coming in every day, so it couldn't be helped.
There are two meeting places depending on the day of the week, so I hope everyone pays attention to where to go.
If it's at the pier, it's near the King Kamehameha Hotel, but the other location is about $25 by taxi from the King Kamehameha Hotel.

On this day, 11 people joined.
There were people from various countries.
The explanations are all in English, but we are given a Japanese instruction manual in advance. If you look at that, you'll understand the content.

Once we set off, we just let ourselves go and zoomed across the water in the boat. I think anyone can participate regardless of age or height.
Ah, it really felt like Hawaii with the beautiful water, mountains, and fresh air.
Before I knew it, we arrived at the snorkeling point.
Here, you can snorkel, eat, and take a break for about an hour and a half.
The fish in the sea are amazing!!!
You can swim with them.
You might also encounter dolphins.
Lunch and snacks were delicious.
You'll get sunburned, so please take enough sun protection.
You can join without thinking too much; it's super fun!

HPで申込みをしました。
間際で船の都合で、集合場所が変わるとメールがあった。
確かに、私がいた週は大型船が毎日、日替わりで入っていたのでやもえないかと。
集合場所は曜日で2箇所があるので、自分はどこか気をつけてほしい。
桟橋ならキングカメハメハホテルそばですが、もう一箇所は
キングカメハメハホテルを基準にしたら、タクシーで25ドルほどかかるところにあります。

この日は11人が乗り合わせました
いろんな国の人がいました。
説明はすべて英語のみですが、事前に日本語の説明書を渡されます。それを見ていけば内容もわかります

出発したら、身を任せ~風にゆられボートでかっ飛ばします。年齢も身長も特に制限なくどなたでも参加して大丈夫って思います。
ああ、ハワイだな~って思えるぐらい水も山も、空気もよかったです。
そんなこんな思っていればあっという間に、シュノーケルのポイントに到着
ここで1時間半程度のシュノーケルや食事、休憩ができます
海のお魚は最高！！！
一緒に泳げます
またイルカには遭遇できますよ
ランチやおやつはおいしかった。
日に焼けます、日焼け対策は十分にしてください。
何も考えずに参加して大丈夫、めちゃ面白いです

I was glad to see wild dolphins. I was also surprised by how beautiful the ocean was. My child didn't like snorkeling because it was uncomfortable, but when we used regular pool goggles without fins, they were able to swim happily.

野生のイルカが見れて良かったです。海がきれいなのもビックリ。子供はシュノーケリングが息苦しいと嫌がったが、普段のプールのゴーグルで足ひれも無しにしたら元気に泳げました。

This is my second time! Two years ago, when I visited for my daughter's wedding in Hawaii, we chose a beach close to heaven as a family and relatives' memory. The beautiful cobalt blue sea, sea turtles, and coral reefs from that time are etched in my mind as precious memories. The DVD that captures those memories never gets boring, no matter how many times I watch it.

This time, it was a trip just for my wife and me. We quickly made a net reservation for the heavenly... and participated in the afternoon session on October 12. I also joined the snorkeling, which I couldn't do last time due to an injury on my eyelid, and enjoyed the coral reefs and beautiful schools of fish, as well as a delicious BBQ. The staff's response was also very pleasant!

I travel to Hawaii every year, and I would like to walk on the sandbar again next year.

今年で二度目！
一昨年、娘のハワイ結婚式で訪れたとき、家族・親族の思い出として、天国に近い海を選択し、あの時のコバルトブルーの美しい海・海ガメ・サンゴ焦は、とても貴重な思い出として瞼に焼き付いております。その思い出を凝縮したＤＶＤは
何度見ても飽きません。
今回は、家内と二人旅でしたが、天国の・・・は早々とnet予約し、１０／１２の午後の部に参加、前回は瞼の上の怪我
で出来なかったシュノーケリングにも参加し、サンゴ焦・綺麗な魚群を堪能し、ＢＢＱも美味しく戴きました。
スタッフの対応も気持ち良かったですよ！
毎年ハワイ旅行しており、来年も又サンドバーを歩いてみたいと思ってます。

I enjoyed the sail to Molokini on the Four Winds. It was a one-hour sail to the crater, however in that short timespan, I started feeling the effects of the water motion. This was partly due to the fact that we had spent 25 minutes listening to the snuba instructor's instructional briefing, which kept us focused on him, inside the boat. By not keeping our eyes on the horizon during that time, we started feeling queazy earlier than expected.

The snuba itself was fun, although I had difficulty sinking down to the bottom despite the weights. I guess my technique needs improvement. The water was beautiful and warm, and the fish were fun to see.

Both breakfast and lunch were provided on the catamaran. Breakfast was served at 7:30 am, when the boat departed the harbour, and lunch was served at 10:00 am upon arrival at Molikini. It was a little odd to have hamburgers and hot dogs served at that time, and we weren't really hungry due to the queasiness, so we didn't eat. Luckily, I had br

Honestly, I can't swim and I'm not good with the ocean (water). I thought, "I don't want to go," even before participating. However, as I got on the boat and moved forward, I was greeted with views I had never seen before. I didn't even have the time to raise my camera...

When we arrived at the sandbar, we went into the water. The water was deep enough to reach around the waist of a man in some places, and shallow enough to reach the knees in others. The water was clear enough to see the bottom. I've never seen anything like this! Even though I was scared, I wanted to get in the water! Even though I can't swim, the guides (a Japanese woman and a local woman) were watching over us closely.

We snorkeled right there, and in the deeper areas, we could see corals and fish. Since I can't swim, I snorkeled just before it got too deep.

If you're going to Oahu, Waikiki is a nice place, but I definitely recommend going to the sandbar at least once.

正直、泳げないし、海(水)が苦手。
参加する前から｢行きたくない｣と思っていました。
しかし、船に乗り、先に進むにつれて、
見た事の無い景色がドンドン目に入って来ました。
カメラを構える余裕もなく・・・

サンドバーに着き、水の中へ。
水深は深い所で男性の腰辺り。浅い所で膝辺り。
水は底が目で確認できるほど。
こんなの見た事ない！怖くても水に入りたい！
泳げなくても、しっかりとガイドの方(日本人のお姉さん＆現地のお姉さん)が見ていてくれる。

その場でシュノーケルをするのですが、少し水深のある所で、サンゴ、魚などを見る事が出来ます。
泳げない私は深くなる手前でシュノーケルしました。

オワフ島へ行くのなら、ワイキキもいい所ですが、
一度はサンドバーに行く事をお勧めします。

I went on a summer limited Sunrise Tour! Exploring the beautiful sandbar and experiencing the sunrise in Hawaii is a rare opportunity, and since the plan has you returning in the morning (even though it's before dawn), I think it's a great way to make the most of your day! In our case, we had a schedule to leave Hawaii that afternoon, so we decided on it right away★ After returning to the hotel, we were quite rushed though.. lol

On the day of the tour, it seems there were very few waves, one of the calmest days of the year, so I didn't have to worry about seasickness, but it was quite cold~《>_<》A large bath towel provided by the hotel is a must. The snorkeling, which I was looking forward to, was unfortunately a bit disappointing due to low underwater visibility. There were some fish, but not many. By the way, it's fine for those who can't swim since life jackets are provided. However, as expected, if you want to go deeper on your own, you can't dive. lol

After that, we all searched for sea turtles from the boat, and they popped their heads up quite a bit and swam very close, which was really fun.

The views of the mountains at Kualoa Ranch were wonderful, but it was a bit cold for the season, and the snorkeling experience was somewhat disappointing. The staff were very friendly, and they took photos for us, plus the warm breakfast was delicious☆

夏限定！サンライズツアーに行ってきました！
綺麗なサンドバー散策もハワイでのサンライズもめったにできない経験だし、朝イチ（と言っても明け方前です）の集合から午前中には帰ってくるプランなので、１日を有意義に使えると思います！私達の場合は特にその日のお昼にハワイを発つスケジュールだったので即決でした★　ホテル帰着後かなり焦ることになりましたが・・ｗ

当日は波が１年でも１，２を争うくらい無い日だったらしく、船酔いの心配は無かったのですが、いかんせん寒かった~《>_<》ホテルで貸し出してくれる大きなバスタオル必須です。
期待のシュノーケルは、意外と水中の透明度が低くて残念でした。魚もいるにはいるんですが多くないかな。　ちなみにライフジャケット着用のため、泳げない人でも大丈夫です。一方当然ですが深いところへ自主的に行こうと思っても潜れませんでしたｗ
その後、船上よりみんなで海亀を探しますが、ぽこぽこ海面へ顔を出してくれるし、すごく近くを泳いだりするのでとても面白かったです。

クアロア牧場の山々も望め、景色はすばらしかったのですが、時期的に寒かったのとシュノーケリングが少し残念な感じでした。
スタッフはとても親切で写真も撮ってもらえるし、温かい朝食はおいしく頂けました☆

It was truly a place overflowing with nature and nothing else. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and a bit chilly on the day we visited, and the tide wasn't low, but we were able to see turtles swimming along the way, and the staff were kind. Thank you, Hana.

I was looking forward to snorkeling, but I heard it was in a very deep area, so as someone who can't swim, I immediately gave up. (laughs)

Since lunch was included, I enjoyed that instead. The guava juice was refreshing and I recommend it. There was also grilled meat, chicken, salad, and fruit, all of which were delicious.

We had lunch on the boat, and a fish came up to the boat asking for food, which was really cute.

I went on September 30, and I was surprised to find that the weather in Hawaii can change quickly. I had the image of it being sunny all the time, but it rained quite a bit, and we even saw a rainbow. Thank you!

本当に何もない自然にあふれた場所でした。
当日は潮がひいてない時間で、くもりがちで、肌寒かったのが残念でしたが、途中で泳ぐカメさんも、見ることが出来、スタッフの方も親切でした。ハナさん、ありがとう。
　シュノーケリング楽しみにしていたんですが、ものすごく深い場所でやるときき、泳げない私は即、断念。（笑）
　ランチつきだったので、そちらの方で楽しませて、いただきました。グワバジュースが、サッパリしていて、おススメ。
焼肉やら、チキン、サラダ、フルーツもあり、おいしかったです。
ボートでの昼食でしたが、そのボートに１匹の魚がよって来て
エサをねだるのが、かわいかったですよ。
９月30日に行ったのですがハワイの天気も変わりやすく、
ずーっと、天気で、晴れ！のイメージがあったのですが、
雨が、まとまって降り虹も見れ、雨もけっこう、降ったりするのねえと意外な驚きでした。　
　ありがとう！
　
　

The Volcano Helicopter Tour with Blue Hawaiian was outstanding! One of the highlights of our trip. We were not only fortunate enough to see lava in the crater and flowing into the ocean but saw many other great sites and learned a great deal about the region. Our guide (Thanks, Kemo!) was fun, knowledgable and a great pilot. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this rafting trip. It was absolutely amazing! The staff were excellent. They even had an RX mask for me to use. Soon after departure we came across some pygmy killer whales and dolphins. The guide said it was rare that they hung around so long because if you see them they usually take a breath and leave but this pod stuck with us for over 10 minutes. Even saw some spinner dolphins swimming about 50 feet below the raft. They were moving fast but we could still see them. The guides took there time and allowed us to wait and watch. We all just soaked up the time. The snorkeling, at two different places, was fantastic! This was our first time in Hawaii and we were not disappointed. The crew at Sea Quest Ocean Rafting just made our trip even more memorable. Thanks guys because this trip was truly a blessing!

I participated two years ago as well. This year, I swam with many dolphins again. Last time, I brought a jacket, but it was really cold while on the boat, so I was thinking of bringing a wetsuit this year, and there was a rental available. My family had an amazing time both last time and this time, but there were some people who couldn't get in the water at all due to seasickness, so I think it's best for those who are anxious to definitely bring motion sickness medication.

I will definitely participate again next time.

おととしにも参加しました。
今年もたくさんのイルカたちといっしょに泳ぎました。
前回、上着を持って行ったものの、ボートに乗っているときに寒くて大変だったので、今年はウエットを持って行こうかと思っていたら、貸し出しがありました。
我が家は前回も今回もものすごく楽しめましたが、船酔いで
一度も海に入れなかった人もいるので、不安な人は必ず
酔い止めを持って行ったほうが良いと思います。

また次回も絶対に参加します。

I was not pleased with the actual snorkel time we had. Also, the water was silty and it was difficult to see anything. The cruise portion was very good except that we saw most of the scenary the evening before on a dinner cruise. I would not do the snorkel and the dinner cruise in close proximity again!!

I participated in a heavenly beach tour for my honeymoon, and the sandbar was truly beautiful and moving. I also got to see sea turtles, and it was really fun. The staff were entertaining and the best!!

今回新婚旅行で天国の海ツアーに参加しましたが、サンドバーが本当にキレイで感動。ウミガメにも会えて本当に楽しかったです。スタッフの方も面白くて最高でした！！

When the boat took off at full speed towards the open sea, I was a bit surprised. Honestly, I was scared. It was my first time on a motorboat like that. You have to hold on tightly, or it can be dangerous; my arms hurt from gripping so hard. I was also anxious because we weren't wearing life jackets (which is something you wouldn't even consider in Japan, right?). We went so far out that I wondered just how far we would go, jumping over the waves with a bang! Bang!

Snorkeling was fun. The second spot, in particular, was so deep that I couldn't see the bottom, and it was a mysterious sight I had never seen before. I encountered a lot of fish.

The boat stopped near where the dolphins were swimming, and we were able to watch them swim.

The American captain was kind. In our group, two people lost their hats, but he didn't make a fuss and went back to pick up the hats floating on the water. He also kindly helped us with the unfamiliar snorkeling gear.

Among the items for the tour, there was the phrase "adventurous spirit," and that was spot on. It might be tough for those who aren't comfortable with speed.

ボートが沖に向かって、ビューンと全速力で走りだしたときは、ちょっとびっくりしました。正直怖かったです。
ああいうモーターボートははじめてでしたので。
腕が痛くなるくらいしっかりつかまっていないと危ないです。
ライフジャケットも着ないでいくので不安もありました。（日本では考えられないことでは？）
いったいどこまで行くのかというくらい、沖のほうに出ていきます。波をダーン！ダーン！と越えながら・・・。

シュノーケリングは、楽しかったです。
特に二度目のポイントは、海の底が見えないほどの深さのあるところで、見たことのない不思議な景色でした。
たくさんのさかなに遭遇しました。

ボートは、イルカの泳ぐあたりに止まってくれて、イルカが泳ぐのを見ることもできました。

アメリカ人の船長さんは親切でした。
うちのグループは、ふたりも帽子を飛ばしてしまったのですが、嫌な顔せず、もどって海の上に浮かぶ帽子を拾ってくれました。
慣れないシュノーケリング用具も親切につけてくれました。

ツアーの持ち物の中に、「冒険心」という言葉がありましたが、そのとおり。
スピードが苦手な人にはキツイかもしれませんよ。

It was really great!
I participated with my boyfriend, who usually dislikes tours, but he was very satisfied! The reason is that the staff's service was wonderful! Of course, we also got to meet the dolphin teacher, and it was the most fun memory of our six-night trip to Hawaii!
I definitely plan to participate again next time I go.
After returning to Japan, I recommended it to all my friends! Next time, I will join with a group!

ホントによかったです♪
彼と２人で参加したのですが、ツアー嫌いの彼も大満足♪♪その理由は、スタッフの方の対応が素晴らしかったです！もちろんイルカ先生にも会えたし、６泊のハワイ旅行の中でも一番楽しい思い出です♪
今度行った時も絶対参加しようと思います。
日本に帰ってきて、友達みんなにお勧めしちゃいました♪今度はグループで参加させてもらいます★

One thing I absolutely wanted to do in Hawaii was swim with dolphins. I participated alone, but most of the group consisted of couples, families, and friends, with one parent-child pair who were six years old. It was Silver Week, so there were more participants than usual, around 30 people.

The tour starts with malasadas from Leonard's Bakery. I felt a sense of superiority eating without waiting in line! And they were incredibly delicious!! After a little nap in the car, we arrived at the port and boarded the boat. We quickly spotted a pod of dolphins! We got close to them by boat and then entered the water. Although we had to swim, I got to meet the dolphin teachers. It was so moving!! Since we were swimming in deep water, I couldn't take good photos, but there were quite a few dolphins, so I enjoyed it multiple times.

Next, we moved to a different location for snorkeling. They provided food, so colorful fish gathered around us. You can also enjoy paddle surfing and kayaking. Just when we were getting hungry, cheeseburgers were served. They were delicious too!

Finally, we all danced together and took a group photo.

It was an early morning, but the tour was very satisfying as it offered not only dolphins but a variety of fun activities.

ハワイに行ってこれだけは絶対やりたい！と思っていたのがイルカです。
私は一人参加でしたが、カップルや夫婦、友達同士がほとんどで、６才の親子が一組いました。シルバーウィークのためふだんより参加者が多かったそうで、３０人くらいでした。

ツアーはまず、レナーズベーカリーのマラサダで始まります。みんなが並んでいるところを、並ばず食べられる優越感！しかもめちゃおいしい！！
そして車にゆられひと眠りしたところで港につき船に乗り込みます。
すぐにイルカの群れを発見！
船で近くまで行って、海に入ります。泳がないといけないですが、イルカ先生に逢えました。感動です！！深いところを泳いでいたので写真はうまく撮れませんでしたが、けっこうな数いたので何回も楽しめました。
続いては場所を移動して、シュノーケリングへ。餌付けをしてくれるので、カラフルな魚たちがたくさん集まってきます。パドルサーフィンやカヤックを楽しむこともできます。
そしてお腹がすいたところで、チーズバーガーの登場です。これもおいしかった~
最後はみんなで踊って集合写真。

朝早いですが、イルカだけでなくイロイロ楽しませてくれて大満足なツアーでした。

I am very satisfied.
Even though I couldn't communicate in Japanese, I was still very satisfied.
It was the most enjoyable time during my trip to Hawaii.
If I have the opportunity, I would like to use it again.
The driving was safe and comfortable.

大満足です。
日本語が通じませんでしたが、それでも大満足でした。
ハワイの旅行で１番楽しい時間でした。
機会があれば、また利用したいと思います。
運転も安全で、快適でした。

I really wanted to go to the sandbar, so I joined! Unfortunately, during the day, the tides meant that the sandbar wasn't visible above the water, but it was still wonderful!

The staff really got everyone excited during volleyball, and I had a very enjoyable time. The food was delicious too!

I had a bitter experience with snorkeling before, but I was able to practice at the sandbar this time, and it went smoothly! A friend who had the same experience also got used to it easily!

There were Japanese staff members as well, so I think it's definitely worth going!

サンドバーにどうしても行きたくて参加しました！
残念ながら、お昼だと潮の満ち引き加減で海の上にサンドバーが出ていることはありませんでしたが
それでも十分素晴らしいものでした！

バレーボールではスタッフの方が盛り上げてくれて
とても楽しい時間を過ごしました＾＾
ご飯も私的には美味しかったなぁ！

シュノーケルは以前失敗した苦い経験があったのですが
サンドバーで練習もできて、今回はスムーズに！
同じ経験を持つ友人も簡単に慣れていました！

日本人スタッフもいたし行って損はないと思いますよ＾＾

I participated on September 17. I had confirmed from reviews before my departure that even at low tide, the water would be about ankle-deep, but during this time of year, as shown in the photos, the sand was not exposed, and even at the lowest tide, it was about 5 centimeters above my ankles. However, the scenery of the surrounding area, which had nothing else, was absolutely stunning. Additionally, during the snorkeling afterward, I was satisfied to find a honu (turtle). (On the way back to shore, the staff suggested we look for honu first and took us through a spot where they are often seen, allowing us to see about five honu swimming in the sea.)

9月17日に参加しました。出発前から口コミ等で潮が引いても足首ぐらいというのは確認していましたが、やっぱり今の時期は写真のように砂は顔を出さず、一番引いているところでも足首の5センチぐらい上でした。でも、周りの何もないところの景色のよさは最高でした。また、その後のシュノーケリングでもホヌ（かめ）を見つけることができ満足でした。（岸に戻る時もスタッフの人がホヌ見てから帰りましょうと、よく出るスポットを通ってくれたので海に泳ぐホヌを5匹ぐらい見ることができました。）

It was my first experience, and unlike a regular boat, the speed was incredible! You need to be careful because you have to hold onto the boat's bar with one hand at all times, or you might get thrown off. The snorkeling spots were amazing, and for us, who always enjoyed snorkeling at Hanauma, it was so beautiful and we encountered so many fish that Hanauma felt lacking in comparison.

初めての体験でしたが、通常の船と違って、
スピード感抜群！
片手は常に船のバーを持っていなければ、振り落とされる
と思いますので注意が必要です。
シュノーケルのポイントもすばらしく、いつもハナウマでの
シュノーケルを堪能していた私たちにとって、ハナウマが
ものたりなく感じるくらいきれいでたくさんの魚たちと
遭遇できました。

I participated on September 23rd. The snorkeling was, of course, beautiful, but the beach volleyball at the sandbar was intense and very fun. I think there were about 40 participants in total, with around 10 people joining the volleyball game. The staff were also very friendly and attentive, which was great.

9/23に参加しました。
シュノーケルも、もちろんきれいでしたが、
サンドバーでのビーチバレーが白熱してとても
楽しかったです。たぶん総勢40名の参加だと思いましたが、
10人くらいがバレーに参加していました。
またスタッフの方たちの対応もとても気さくで丁寧で、
良かったです。

I participated with my spouse and our 5-year-old son on September 27, 2010. We arrived at the location for check-in at 6:00, and while preparing our wetsuits and snorkeling masks, we enjoyed a beautiful sunset before boarding the boat that was docked nearby.

I thought we would head out to sea, but it turned out we were quite close to shore, right in view of the Sheraton. After arriving, we received various explanations in English before preparing for the night snorkeling. I later learned that the area in front of the Sheraton is a famous spot for manta ray sightings, and the Sheraton is well-known for being a hotel where you can see manta rays.

Near the boat, there were floating devices that you could hold onto, and we swam there using a noodle, which is a stick-shaped flotation device. (They also provide life jackets for those who need them.) By the way, there are stairs in the center of the boat that lead down to the sea, where you enter the water.

My 5-year-old son was quite scared since it was his first time in dark and deep water, but he was able to see a manta ray (though he quickly came back up). He was happy to see other fish from the boat.

That day, there were quite a few manta rays, and they came very close, which was quite impressive. Even though we were told that manta rays do not attack people and that they have no mouths to bite, it might still be a bit intimidating for adults (laughs).

By the way, we were repeatedly told not to touch the manta rays, and since this was explained in English, it’s best to listen carefully. Also, when watching the manta rays, you need to keep your body horizontal and not let your legs dangle down. They were saying "FLAT! FLAT!" in English, but it took me a little while to realize what they meant...

Additionally, there were other fish besides the manta rays, and it seems you can snorkel freely near the boat, so I highly recommend this for those who have never done night snorkeling or seen manta rays before.

By the way, there was no place to change, so I wore my swimsuit and changed in the car on the way back. There is a restroom nearby, so you might be able to use that, but I haven't confirmed it.

Things you should bring include a camera for underwater video recording, a waterproof flashlight, and warm clothing.

Also, I tend to get seasick, so as expected, I couldn't eat or drink on the boat. Those who don't get seasick can enjoy snacks and hot drinks.

2010/09/27に夫婦と5歳の息子とで参加しました。6:00にチェックインとの事で現地に行きましたが、ちょうどきれいな夕日を見ながらウェットスーツや水中眼鏡などの準備をし、すぐそこに泊めてある船に乗り込みました。
沖合いに行くのかと思っていたのですが結構すぐ近くで、シェラトンからすぐ見える所でした。現地に着くと英語でいろいろと説明された後にナイトシュノーケリングの準備となります。後で知ったのですが、シェラトンの前はマンタが見える有名なスポットで、シェラトンもマンタが見えるホテルで有名との事です。

船の近くには手でつかまることができる設備が浮いており、そこまでヌードルと呼ばれる棒状の浮き具で泳いでいきます。（ライフジャケットも必要な人には貸してくれます。）
ちなみに船の中央に海に繋がる階段があり、そこを下って海に入ります。

5歳の息子は暗い海と深い海が初めてだったのでかなり怖がっていましたが、一応マンタを目視できました。（すぐにあがってしまいましたが）その他の魚は船上から見て喜んでました。

この日はマンタが結構来ており、しかもすぐ目の前まで接近してきてかなりの迫力でした。マンタは人を攻撃しないし、あごも無いので噛めないといった説明をされていたにもかかわらず、大人でもちょっとビビるかもしれません（笑）

ちなみにマンタは触ってはいけませんと散々言われますが、英語で言われますので説明は良く聞いた方が良いです。またマンタを見る際は足も下にブラブラするのでなく、体が水平になるようにしないといけません。英語でFLAT! FLAT!と言われていたのですが、気が付くまで少し時間がかかってしまいました...

また、マンタ以外にも魚がおり、船の近くはある程度自由にシュノーケリングもして良いようなので、ナイトシュノーケリングをやった事がない方やマンタを見たこと無い方には結構おすすめです。

ちなみに着替える所はなかったので水着を着て行って、帰りは車で着替えました。ちかくにトイレがあるのでそこも使えるのかもしれませんが、未確認です。

持っていった方が良いものとしては、水中で動画撮影できるカメラ、防水懐中電灯、防寒着ですね。

あと、私は船酔いする体質なので、予想通り船上では飲食できませんでした。船酔いしない人はスナックやホットドリンクでゆっ

I participated with my spouse and our 5-year-old son on September 28, 2010. Other participants included two couples from the US and a mother-daughter pair, as well as one couple from Switzerland. For our group, the check-in location was at Honokohau Marina, which we reached by rental car. Honokohau Marina is easy to find, but for first-timers or those who may have difficulty asking for directions in English, it might be helpful to check out the map at http://bit.ly/a3TsIp in addition to a regular map.

Our guides were Colin and Shane, and everything was in English without a Japanese guidebook. Colin handled the steering and provided various explanations, and he talked quite a bit. There may be times when explanations are difficult at a casual conversation level. We didn’t mind the details, so we enjoyed his talk quite a lot.

As for the tour, since it involves nature, there are no guarantees on what you will see, but I think it’s highly recommended for those who, like us, only know the seas of Japan. Although we didn’t see whales, turtles, mantas, or sharks like others did, the experience of riding on a high-speed boat was fun, and it was wonderful to experience the difference in colors between the coastal waters and the open sea.

During snorkeling, they provided life jackets for everyone who couldn’t swim, and they lent a boogie board with a viewing window to the children (we were the only ones with a child). My 5-year-old son was initially scared in the deep water, but after getting used to it with the life jacket and boogie board, he was thrilled to see the fish underwater. After a while, he wanted to return to the boat, so I asked if it was okay for me to snorkel while leaving him on the boat, and they kindly agreed, taking care of him. Although my son doesn’t understand English, he got along well with Shane.

As we parents started snorkeling, Colin pointed out that there were dolphins over there. When we swam over, we initially only saw the dorsal fins on the surface, but after searching for a while without giving up, we encountered dolphins swimming underwater and were able to swim with them. My waterproof Full HD Xacti camera was a great help here, and I was able to capture fantastic footage of the dolphins underwater, creating wonderful memories.

For lunch, we had sandwiches, snacks, and drinks while chatting on the boat. For those who get seasick, this...

2010/09/28に夫婦と5歳の息子で参加しました。その他の参加者はUSからご夫婦2組と母娘1組、スイスからご夫婦1組でした。うちの時はチェックイン場所がホノコハウ・マリーナでレンタカーで現地まで行きました。ホノコハウ・マリーナは簡単にたどり着けますが、初めての方や英語で場所を聞くのが難しい方は、通常の地図に加えて http://bit.ly/a3TsIp も見ておいた方が良いかもしれません。

今回のガイドはColinさん & Shaneさん、全て英語で日本語ガイドブックもありませんでした。Colinさんが操縦といろいろな説明をし、結構しゃべりまくりでした。日常会話レベルだと説明が難しい時もあるかもしれません。うちは細かい事は気にしないので彼のトークも結構楽しみました。

ツアーですが自然を相手にしているので何が見れるという保障は無いのですが、私たちのように日本の海しか知らない方にはかなりお勧めだと思います。実際に他の方が見れたようなクジラ、カメ、マンタ、サメは見れませんでしたが、高速ボート体験自体が面白いですし、海岸近辺と沖合いの海の色の違いを経験できるのでとてもすばらしいです。

シュノーケリングの際、泳げない人全員にはライフジャケットを貸してくれ、子供にはのぞき窓付きのビート板を貸してくれました（子供はうちだけでしたが）。5歳の息子も深い所で最初は怖がっていましたが、ライフジャケットとビート板で少し慣れると、海中の魚を見て凄く喜んでいました。しばらくして息子はボートに戻りたいというのでボートにあがらせて貰ったのですが、息子を残してシュノーケリングして良いか聞くとTotallyと快く引き受け、息子の面倒も見てくれました。息子は英語がわかりませんがShaneさんと仲良くなってました。

親だけシュノーケリングを始めたところ、イルカがあっちにいるよとColinさんが教えてくれたので、そちらに泳いでいくと最初は水面の背びれしかみれなかったのですが、諦めずにしばらく探していると水中で泳いでいるイルカと遭遇し、一緒に泳げました。ここでは防水FullHDのXactiが大活躍で、水中のイルカ映像もバッチリ撮影できとても良い思い出になりました。

ランチではサンドイッチ、スナック、ドリンクが出てボートの上でお話をしながら頂く感じです。船酔いする人にはこの

I was worried about getting seasick, but I didn't feel seasick at all.

The sea turtles I was hoping to see popped their heads up here and there.

Unfortunately, I couldn't go snorkeling due to feeling unwell, but I definitely want to try it next time.

The beautiful scenery, the cute sea turtles... enjoying delicious homemade sandwiches while breathing in the fresh air.

I look forward to next time!!!

　船酔いするので、心配していましたが、まったく船酔いしませんでした。

お目当ての海ガメは、あちらこちらからひょっこり顔を出してくれました。

シュノーケルは体調不良で残念ながらできませんでしたが、次回は絶対挑戦したいです。

素敵な景色と、かわいい海ガメ…きれいな空気を吸いながら食べるおいしい手作りサンド。

次回もお願いします！！！