All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Absolutely fantastic!! Great care taken by the staff. Great attention to detail. Saftey always the first priority and concern. The staff is not only knowledgeable but absolutely incredibly fun to travel with. We would never go anywhere else and we will most certainly return. Keep up the great work! Aloha and Maholo!!

When I participated, there were 14 people, including 4 Japanese. The guides were two people who always made us laugh and were excellent entertainers. However, they also provided a sense of trust that they would help us when needed.

Since the sun was strong, sunscreen is essential. I think having sunglasses would also be good. I brought a camera, but as long as you don't accidentally drop it in the sea, it won't get wet.

The boat moves at a great speed, so it's a struggle to hold on, but once you get used to it, you can take in the scenery around you. I was worried about getting seasick, but I think the speed helped me maintain my balance.

I didn't wear a swimsuit even though I knew we would be snorkeling, so I just observed, but everyone else seemed to swim well and find fish.

Along the way, we were able to see dolphins and whales. For lunch, we had sandwiches, and there were also potato chips, cookies, and fruit, which were all very delicious.

I didn't understand the English explanations at all, but I enjoyed it enough.

私が参加した時は１４名で内４名が日本人でした。
ガイドさんは二人で常に笑いを誘い見事なエンターテイナーです。でもいざという時は助けてくれる信頼感もあります。
日差しが強いので日焼け止めは必須です。サングラスもあるといいと思います。カメラも持ち込みましたがうっかり海に落とさない限り濡れることはありませんでした。
すごい勢いでボートが進むのでしがみつくのに精一杯ですが慣れれば周りの景色を見る余裕が出来ます。酔わないか心配でしたがスピードがある方が自分でバランスをとれて良かったと思います。
私はシュノーケルと知りながら水着を着て来なかったので見学していたのですが皆さん上手に泳いでお魚さんなどを見付けていたようです。
途中、イルカとクジラに会うことが出来ました。
お昼はサンドイッチで他にもポテトチップスやクッキー、フルーツが出てとても美味しかったです。
英語の説明は全く分かりませんでしたが十分楽しめました。

When we go to tropical destinations we make a point of booking a snorkel sail sometime during our vacation.
We have gone on a number of them in the Caribbean and Hawaii and have really enjoyed them all.
Our all time favorite was the Holo Holo charter on Kauai that took us over to Napali.
My wife and I, as well as our 3 boys, really like getting out on the ocean in a smooth running catamarran.
The Black Sand Snorkel sail was a blast. We really enjoyed the Sea Smoke and the awesome crew. Kane was very friendly and knowledgeable, and Captain Pat was great as well.
One of the main reasons I booked this particular snorkel sail was that it was close to our condo villiage in the Waikoloa Beach Resort. I think it may have been the only one available in that area since most of the others were out of the Kona area.
The only things I would not comment positively on were the fact that the breakfast offering was not good. All they served were some sliced oranges. Other sails I have been on ha

Unfortunately, I couldn't encounter any sea turtles, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful coral. The staff was very kind, and it was a great tour for families. However, I think they prioritize ease of pickup, but the meeting location was a bit hard to find.

残念ながらウミガメには遭遇できなかったけど、美しいコーラルを堪能できました．スタッフの方もとても親切で、ファミリー連れには、ありがたいツアーでした．
ただ、ピックアップのしやすさを優先されているのだとおもいますが、集合場所が少しわかりにく買ったです．

It was the most difficult activity to book in Hawaii. There are several sandbar plans offered by multiple companies, so I recommend making reservations early. At the sandbar, I enjoyed taking photos and snorkeling, but the plan I chose felt a bit short (about 30 minutes, I think), and the kids seemed to want to play a little longer.

I thought it would be good to plan accordingly, enjoying marine sports like snorkeling at Hanauma Bay and participating at the sandbar mainly for taking photos at this uniquely beautiful spot. The staff were friendly, and there were Japanese speakers, so I felt completely at ease without any language barriers.

It required careful consideration on how to spend the limited days in Hawaii, whether to enjoy the beautiful scenery or prioritize the kids' fun. I felt I could have planned a bit better. However, I think I was able to take many great photos. I say "think" because I used a film camera instead of a digital one. At the sandbar, I recommend using a disposable waterproof camera instead of a digital one, as there's no worry about it getting submerged.

ハワイのアクティビティでもっとも予約が困難なものでした。
Alan1さんの中でもいくつものサンドバープランが複数の催行会社から企画されているのでこれは早めの予約をお勧めします。
サンドバーでは、写真撮影やシュノーケリングを楽しみましたが、私の選択したプランは、時間が短く（実感としては30分くらいかなあ）、子供たちは、もう少し長く遊びたかったようです。
ハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングなどのマリンスポーツを楽しんで、サンドバーはこの世界的にも珍しいポイントとして写真に残すなどの目的で参加するなど、使い分けて計画したらよいかと思いました。
スタッフの方は親切で、日本人もいましたので、言葉の面で不自由なことは一切なく安心して楽しめました。
ハワイでの限られた日数をどのように過ごすか、きれいな景色を楽しむのか、子供たちの楽しみを優先するのか、十分な検討が必要でした。ちょっと検討不足でした。
でも、たくさんよい写真が取れたと思います。思いますというのはデジカメではなく、フィルムカメラで撮影したためです。
サンドバーでは、デジカメよりも使い捨ての防水カメラの方が水没させる心配もないのでお勧めします。

Swimming with sea turtles in the crystal-clear sea was the best! We were able to see three sea turtles. Having a Japanese guide made it easy to enjoy ourselves on Maui, even though Japanese is not widely understood there. After all, since it’s a tour where you entrust your life, it would have been really anxiety-inducing if there was a language barrier. However, there were some people feeling a bit queasy from seasickness, so it might not be enjoyable for those who are prone to it.

何と言っても、透明度の高い海でウミガメと一緒に泳げたのが最高！！3匹のウミガメを確認できました。日本人ガイドさんがいてくれるので、日本語がほとんど通じないマウイ島でも、安心して楽しめました。やはり、命を預けるツアーなので、言葉が通じないと、ちょー不安だったと思います。でも、船酔いでダウン気味の人たちもいたので、船酔いしやすい人には楽しめないかもしれません。

Dolphin University is amazing! ★

This is my second time participating, following last year! I met so many dolphins last time, but this time there were even more! They spun right in front of us and came to play very close by.

The reason I want to enroll again is not just the dolphins, but also because the president, Yuriko, is absolutely wonderful! I will definitely come back to enroll again soon!!

イルカ大学最高です★

去年に続き二度目の参加です！前回もたくさんのイルカに会えましたが、今回はそれを越えるイルカの群れでした！
クルクルと私達の目の前でスピン！すぐ近くまで遊びに来てくれました。

何度も入学したくなるのはイルカだけではなく学長のゆりこさんがとっても素敵だから☆
また近いうちに再入学しに行きます！！

It was late March, but it was cold.
Aside from our group, there were couples and families of foreign tourists. (I always wonder why they are so resilient to the cold...)
It was too cold to swim much.
However, dolphins came very close to our small cruiser, and they were so cute. We were able to take pictures.
For lunch, we had grilled hamburgers on the boat. They were delicious.
Since we went with about 20 people, it might feel lonely to join alone if you don't speak English.

3月下旬でしたが寒かったです。
私たちグループ以外はカップルやファミリーの外国人観光客でした。（いつも思いますが彼らはなぜ寒さに強いんでしょう・・。）
寒くてあまり海には入りませんでした。
ただ、イルカがクルーザー（小さい）のすぐそばまできていて、とてもかわいかったです。写真も撮れました。
ランチは船上でグリルのハンバーガーを食べました。美味しかったです。
20人くらいで行くので、英語ができないと一人参加だとさみしいかもしれません。

We departed from the bay near the Sheraton. We went to the meeting place by rental car. The weather was very nice, and the sea was beautiful. Our family was the only Japanese group, but there were many participants, and it was full. There were many families participating. They quickly provided goggles with prescription lenses for those who are nearsighted. We were warned at the beginning not to wear fins until just before entering the water to avoid damaging the coral. Even if you can't swim well, they lend you life jackets and floaties, so you can enjoy without worry. On the way back, a video created by the crew of that day's activities is shown. This video was very well made. The crew only spoke English, but they were very friendly.

シェラトンのそばの湾から出発します。レンタカーで集合場所に行きました。とても天気がよく、海はとてもきれいでした。日本人は私たちの家族だけでしたが、参加者は多く、満員でした。家族での参加が多かったです。ゴーグルは近視でも度のはいったものをすぐかしてくれます。珊瑚を傷つけないように、フィンは海に入る直前まではいてはいけませんとはじめに注意されます。あまり泳げなくても、ライフジャケットと浮き輪をかしてくれるので、心配なく楽しめます。帰りの時間にクルーが作成したその日のビデオをが上映されます。このビデオはとても上手にとれていました。クルーは英語しかしゃべれませんが、とてもフレンドリーです。

On the day of the event, we were blessed with beautiful weather, and the sea was incredibly clear and calm—it was the best! We got to meet the dolphins multiple times, and each time, I jumped into the water to swim with them. Unfortunately, I couldn't see the turtles, but I had a great time swimming with colorful fish that looked like something out of a fairy tale and kayaking. My son still talks about how delicious the cheeseburger he had on the boat was since we returned to Japan. The staff members were very cheerful and made it a fun experience. I would love to participate again when I go to Hawaii!

参加日当日はお天気にも恵まれて、とっ~ても海がきれいで穏やかで最高でした。イルカ先生達にも何度も会えて、その度に海に飛び込んでイルカ先生達と同じ海を泳ぐことができました。カメ先生の姿は私は残念ながら見ることはできませんでしたが、竜宮城のような色とりどりの魚達と一緒に泳いだりカヤックに乗ったり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。息子は船上で食べたチーズバーガーがとっても美味しかったっと日本に帰ってきた今でもよく話しています。
スタッフの方々もとっても明るくて楽しかったです。また、ハワイに行ったら参加したいと思いました。

We participated as a family of four, and the sandbar was beautifully exposed, making it absolutely stunning. There weren't many fish while snorkeling, but we were able to spot about ten sea turtles from the boat, which made the kids very happy. On the way back, it was a bit cold due to the strong wind, but I definitely want to go back to that beautiful paradise of a sea again.

家族４人で参加しましたが、ちょうどサンドバーも綺麗に
でていて最高に綺麗でした。
シュノーケルはそんなに魚はいっぱいいませんでしたが、船からは海亀も１０匹くらい見つけられて子供たちも大喜びでした。
帰りは風が強くて少し寒かったですが、とっても綺麗な天国の海また是非行きたいです。

The thrill and speed that you can't experience on a large ship are the biggest attractions of this activity. It was definitely the right choice for my high school freshman son! He was overjoyed by the boat's fast pace that felt like he might be thrown off.

A small girl about four years old also joined us on the boat, but she sat on the box in the middle, so there was no worry of falling into the sea due to the swaying, and she seemed to have a great time.

Below are some simple details and points that are useful to know in advance. Don't worry about the conversation being in English! Even just stringing words together will get your point across.

■ About reconfirmation
You need to reconfirm your reservation with Captain Zodiac by the day before. I’m not confident in my English, but I just said, "I have a reservation for tomorrow under the name ○○," and that was fine. They are used to it, so no worries!

■ About snorkeling
<When borrowing fins>
They will ask for your shoe size, so be ready to answer in American sizes. I wear 24 cm, but I requested "7" and borrowed fins sized "7-11." They fit perfectly.

<About prescription masks>
If you have poor eyesight, they will lend you a prescription mask. If it doesn't fit, you can get it exchanged.

<For those not confident in swimming>
They will lend you a floating vest.

<About the snorkeling point>
The sea in front of the Captain Cook Memorial is the snorkeling point. The visibility is good, and the water is clear. There aren't many types of fish, and the corals aren't particularly colorful. Yellow tangs are abundant in the shallow areas. First-timers will likely enjoy it. Since we are repeat visitors to the remote islands of Okinawa, we felt a bit unsatisfied with the underwater scenery, but our goal was to enjoy the atmosphere rather than the fish or corals, so we were satisfied.

When dolphins appear, they will take you by boat to see them. On land, you can see mongooses wandering around.

■ About the restroom
Once you go out to sea, there are no restrooms until you return to port. You need to handle this on your own.

■ For those who feel cold
When entering the sea, wear a long-sleeved rash guard. It can feel cool when the wind blows, so bringing a dry jacket is a good idea for reassurance.

■ The captain is a diving expert!!

大きな船では味わえないスリルとスピード感が、このアクティビティの最大の魅力です。
特に高１の息子には、これを選んで正解！
振り落とされそうなボートの疾走に大喜びでした。

４才くらいの小さな女の子も同船しましたが、ボートの真ん中のボックスの上に座りましたので、揺れで海に落ちる心配もなく、楽しそうでした。


以下に、簡単な内容と、事前に知っておくと便利な点を書きます。
尚、会話は英語のみですが心配無用！
単語を並べるだけでもこちらの言いたいことは通じます。

■リコンファームについて
前日までにキャプテンゾディアックに予約の再確認が必要です。
私は英語に自信がありませんが「明日予約している○○です」と伝えればOKでした。
先方も心得ておりますので大丈夫です！

■スノーケリングについて
＜足ヒレを借りるとき＞
足（靴）のサイズを聞かれますので、アメリカサイズで答えられるようにしましょう。
私は24cmですが、「７」とリクエストして「７~１１」の足ヒレを借りました。ジャストサイズでした。

＜度入りマスクについて＞
目の悪い人は、度入りのマスクを貸してくれます。
合わない場合も、取り替えてもらえます。

＜泳ぎに自信の無い人は＞
フローティングベストを貸してくれます。

＜スノーケルポイントの様子＞
キャプテンクック記念碑前の海がスノーケルポイントです。
透明度は良く、視界良好です。
魚の種類はそれほど多くなく、サンゴも色とりどりというほどではありません。
キイロハギは、浅瀬にたくさんいます。
スノーケリングが初めての方は、喜ばれるでしょう。
私たちは沖縄の離島リピーターなので、海中には物足りなさを感じましたが、目的は魚や珊瑚ではなく雰囲気を楽しむことなので、満足です。

イルカが出現するとボートで見に連れて行ってくれます。
陸には、マングースがウロチョロしてます。


■トイレについて
一旦海へ出ると帰港するまで、トイレはありません。ご自身で要対処です。

■寒がりの方は
海に入る際は長袖のラッシュガードを。
風が吹くと涼しく感じますので、乾いた上着を持参すると安心です。


■キャプテンは潜水の達人！！

息子がボートから海に飛び込んだ際に、スノーケルのパイプの上部

Great trip.

We absolutely loved our day on the Hula Kai! Before we even left the harbour we saw a monk seal and spinner dolphins. A few minutes out, we came upon a pod of pilot whales then a few minutes later, another. The snorkel locations were wonderful, the crew great. We've been to the island several times and this was definitely the best snorkel/scuba experience we've had!

I attended this snorkeling activity with my boyfriend (he had done it before and wanted to go again). Our tour guide on the bus was hysterical. So much fun and information was provided by him. I liked that he remained part of the experience by coming on the boat with us. The staffing was incredible as well. Tons of fun and very helpful. I was glad that they provided lunch as well. Quick and easy burgers, some fruit, sodas, etc. And of course, the snorkeling was beautiful! I would recommend it to anyone, of any age. If you can't swim, or haven't snorkeled, don't worry! They provide easy instructions to learn how to snorkel quickly, and they have both noodles and lifevests if you can't swim! You may even luck out and sight some sea turtles on your way to the reef!!! If you're considering this activity, go for it! You'll love it!

I had an amazing time! At first, I thought the dolphins would be far away, but I was able to see a pod swimming right underneath me multiple times! The ocean was truly beautiful, and the dolphins were adorable. I also got to see sea turtles up close!

The staff were all very friendly and made the experience enjoyable.

There were some repeat visitors among the group I went with. I definitely want to participate again when I go back to Hawaii!

I highly recommend this!

すごく楽しかったです♪♪
最初は遠くに見えるくらいなのかと思っていましたが、
本当に自分の真下にイルカの群れが通っていくのが何回も見れましたっ！！
海が本当にキレイでイルカ達もかわいかったです☆
ウミガメも真近で見れました！！

スタッフの方達もみなさんとても親切で楽しかったです♪

同じ時に行った方の中にリピーターの方もいらっしゃいました☆私もまたハワイに行った時は参加したいですっ！！

本当におすすめです！！

First of all, this tour has a high quality. Usually, expensive tours aimed at Japanese people always have a Japanese guide, but this tour does not. However, there is an excellent local guide who understands the Japanese spirit and provides detailed guidance, so it's perfectly fine even if you don't understand English at all. I felt that this tour was thoroughly researched for Japanese participants.

Of course, regarding the important rendezvous with the dolphins, this was the closest encounter I've had on any tour so far, and it really felt like we were swimming together. I highly recommend this tour for those looking to meet dolphins. I was also impressed by the service that sends a group photo if you register your email (of course, for free).

　まず、このツアーはクオリティーが高いです。
通常は、日本人向けの値段の高いツアーには必ず、日本人ガイドがいるのですが、このツアーにはいません。
しかし、日本人の心を理解した優秀な現地ガイドさんがいまして、きめこまやかなガイドをしてくれるので、英語がチンプンカンプンでも全然オーケーです。
かなり、日本人向けに研究されているツアーと感じました。
　もちろん、肝心のイルカとランデブーですが、今までのツアーの中で一番の最接近で、本当に一緒に泳いでいる感じがしました。
イルカと逢いたいツアーをお探しの方は、おすすめです。
Ｅメールを登録すると、集合写真を送ってくれる（もちろん、無料）サービスも、感心しました。

I participated in this tour on June 25, 2010. The account contains quite a few spoilers, but I believe the quality of the tour is so high that spoilers don't matter at all.

I had previously participated in a similar tour with dolphins, but I prefer this dolphin university tour. The previous tour was quite tough, and the care for participants was just "normal," which left little room for fun and made me feel exhausted both physically and mentally. In contrast, the dolphin university provided exceptional care that felt like true "hospitality." I was able to relax and enjoy myself while also thoroughly enjoying the dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical fish. I highly recommend it for first-timers and families. My 74-year-old father had a great time and, despite initially saying he wouldn't go into the sea, he ended up jumping off the boat multiple times and was in high spirits.

The pickup was indeed early at 5:30 AM (for the morning session), so I was a bit sleepy, but once I got in the car, the energetic enthusiasm of our tour guide, Yuriko, chased away my drowsiness. Before getting on the highway, we stopped by the popular donut shop "Rainer's Bakery" for breakfast, where I enjoyed a freshly made "Malasada," which is currently quite trendy. After about an hour, we arrived at the harbor where the "Island Princess" (with restrooms) was waiting, passing by the former residence of the former grand champion, Konishiki.

We boarded the Island Princess, and with Captain PaPa and the seven crew members, we set off to search for dolphins! Shortly after departure, we offered a song to the sea, "Ehomai," and at the end, we tossed a "Plumeria" flower into the water... praying for a good voyage. This was wonderful.

Now, the entire crew, including PaPa, was on the lookout for dolphins. During this time, while receiving explanations about life jackets and other equipment, we were delighted to be served a large bowl of pineapple. The one distributing it was Yuriko's adorable child, Kamadi. It was a delightful treat for my dry throat. After about 30 to 40 minutes, we encountered our first pod of dolphins. They were friendly and playful "Bottlenose Dolphins." All participants successfully swam with the pod. (Although, to be honest, the dolphins were much faster, so swimming together was a challenge for us humans.)

　2010年6月25日にこのツアーに参加させていただきました。手記がかなりネタバレ的ですが、ネタバレなんか気にならない位のクオリティの高いツアーだと思います。
　以前にもイルカの大学と同様なツアーに参加した事がありましたが、私の好みでは今回のいるかの大学の方が好みです。以前の参加したツアーは、かなりタフな内容で、参加者に対するケアが「普通」でしたので、遊びが少なく心身共にグッタリといった感じでした。対してイルカの大学は、参加者に対するケアがなんと言うか「おもてなし」の心意気を感じる素晴らしいものでした。心身ともにリラックスして遊ぶ事ができ、それでいてイルカ、海亀、熱帯魚も申し分なく堪能できました。初めての方や、ファミリーの方々には本当にお勧めです。74歳になる私の父も安心して大はしゃぎして、当初は海には入らないと言っていた事などどこ吹く風で、何度も船から飛び込んでノリノリ状態でした。
　ピックアプは流石に5：30と朝早く（午前の部）ちょっとネムネムでしたが、車に乗ったらツアーガイドのユリコさんの元気すぎるテンションに引っ張られて眠気はどこかへ。
高速道路に乗る前に、朝ごはん代わりに人気のドーナツショップ「レイナーズベーカリー」に立ち寄り、これまた最近ホット（cool？）なドーナツ「マラサダ」を出来立てフカフカで頂きました。その後小一時間、ウエストコーストへ、元大関小錦邸の前を通って「アイランド・プリンセス号」（トイレ付き）の待つハーバーへ到着。
　アイランド・プリンセスに乗り込み。キャプテンのPaPaさんはじめ7人のクルーと、先ずはイルカ探しへGO！。出航して直ぐに、海に「エホマイ」の歌を捧げ、最後に「プルメリア」の花を海へ・・・。良い航海になる様に祈りを捧げます。これは良かったですね。
　さて、PaPaさんはじめクルー総出でイルカ探しです。その間、ライフジャケットの等の用具の説明を受けながら、うれしい事に大鉢一杯のパイナップッルのサーブを頂きました。配ってくれたのは、ツアーガイド・ユリコさんの可愛いお子さんカマディ君。ちょっと乾いていた喉にはうれしい御馳走でした。30~40分すると最初のイルカの群れとの御対面。人なつこく遊び好きの「ハシナガイルカ」だそうです。参加者全員イルカの群れと泳ぐ事に成功。（と言ってもイルカの方が遥かに早いので一緒に泳ぐのは人間に

"Prestigious Dolphin University" was truly amazing. We took a boat to a spot where we could see dolphins every day, almost 100% of the time, and jumped into the sea with snorkeling gear.

Following the staff's lead, I swam along and when I put my face in the water, a huge pod of dolphins appeared right in front of me! They came up to the surface to breathe and jumped together with us. Even though they weren't trained in an aquarium, they could jump in perfect sync. The sea was incredibly beautiful, and I never expected to see dolphins so up close. Just floating in the water and watching the dolphins was so healing! For those who aren't confident in swimming, the staff will pull you along with a rope, so it's very reassuring.

Next, we went to a spot with sea turtles. I was able to swim alongside the turtles perfectly.

The staff included both Japanese and Hawaiian members, and there was a dedicated photographer. The photos taken by the photographer were later available on DVD, and I was glad I purchased them because they captured many moments, including pictures from when we were in the water and candid shots on the boat.

I never got bored on the boat during the transfers. I was particularly captivated by the handsome local guide and the stunning photographer. For lunch, they grilled hamburgers on the boat, which were absolutely delicious, and I enjoyed a very elegant atmosphere while relaxing to Hawaiian music.

In this tour, we referred to the dolphins and turtles as "Dolphin Sensei" and "Turtle Sensei," and they truly taught us the wonders of nature.

As a souvenir, I received an eco bag printed with "Prestigious Dolphin University." It was a very enjoyable tour that I will remember for a lifetime, and I would love to participate again!

「名門イルカ大学」本当に最高でした。
イルカが毎日１００％と言っていいほど見られるというスポットへ船で行き、シュノーケリングの道具を付けて海にジャボーンと飛び込みます。

スタッフの方の先導に泳いで付いて行き顔を海につけると、目の間にイルカの大群が！
空気を吸いに水面に出てきて、みんなでジャンプします。
水族館で調教されていなくても、ピッタリ息の合ったジャンプができるんですね。
海もとてもきれいで、こんなに間近でイルカが見られるとは思ってもいませんでした。
海にプカプカ浮かんでイルカを眺めているだけで、本当に癒されます！泳ぎに自信がない方は、スタッフの方がロープで引っ張っていってくれるので安心です。

次に、ウミガメのいるスポットへ行きます。
ウミガメもバッチリ一緒に泳ぐことができました。

スタッフの方は、日本人の方とハワイの方がいて、専属のカメラマンもいます。
カメラマンさんが撮った写真はDVDに焼いたものを後で購入するのですが、海に入った時の写真や船の上のスナップ写真をいっぱい撮ってもらえたので購入してよかったです

移動中の船の上も飽きることがありませんでした。
特に現地のイケメンガイドさんと、超美人のカメラマンさんには見とれてしまいました。
食事はハンバーグを船の上で焼いてハンバーガーにしてくれるのですが、もちろん味は最高だったし、ハワイアンミュージックが流れる舟でのんびりとしてとても優雅な気分に浸れました。

このツアーでは、イルカとカメを「イルカ先生、カメ先生」と呼ぶのですが、まさに大自然の素晴らしさを教えてくれる大先生でした。

お土産に「名門イルカ大学」とプリントされたエコバックをもらえました。
一生記憶に残るとても楽しいツアーでした、また参加したいです！

We were blessed with the best weather, and it was said that the sandbar was quite shallow that day, which was lucky. We participated via Alan, and Captain Bruce took us to the best spot in the heavenly sea where we could swim with sea turtles. The pirate ship from Pirates of the Caribbean was also docked nearby, which was another stroke of luck.

最高のお天気に恵まれ、サンドバーもかなり浅めの日でラキーだと言われました。アランを経由しての参加でしたが、キャプテン・ブルースは天国の海の老舗で一番良い場所に陣取りウミガメと一緒に泳ぐこともできました。パイレーツオブカリビアンのロケの海賊船も近くに停泊中でこれもラッキーでした。

We had the time of our lives! We were on our honeymoon and I had no experience, my husband had very little. The crew members made this so enjoyable. They called all of us by our names, they made sure we were having fun and comfortable. They took the time to explain everything to us and answer any questions. The experience was amazing, the fish and coral were spectacualar. We even saw a reef shark! Exciting! We always felt safe and had a blast. Anne didn't give up on me when I had a hard time getting used to snuba diving, quickly she had me down enjoying the adventure. They were so funny and everyone had a great time. The captain was so funny and helpful. Do yourself a favor, enjoy this adventure and use this crew...they were amazing!

This time, there were no sandbars due to the high tide, but that's totally fine! The ocean was incredibly clear and beautiful, the staff were very friendly and made the atmosphere lively, and I had an amazing time. The BBQ was delicious too! I will definitely join again when I visit Hawaii.

今回は海水がとても多くサンドバーの出現はありませんでしたが、全然OK！
なぜなら、海はとっても透明でキレイし、スタッフの方もとても親切で場を盛り上げてくれるし、最高に楽しかったです。
BBQも美味しかったな~！
またハワイに訪れたときは参加します。

we had so much fun and the crew takes such good good care of you.

I participated in a secret sandbar exploration and snorkeling tour. Although the day I joined had a bit more clouds and strong winds, I didn't mind the boat's rocking at all. I can't forget the sight of a sea turtle popping its head out of the water. In the coral sea, I encountered many fish, and at the sandbar, not only was the beauty stunning, but I also felt a true sense of oneness with nature, being right in the middle of the ocean with my family. The staff were kind and attentive, and I definitely want to participate again, no, I want to join many more times. Thank you very much!

秘密のサンドバー散策＆シュノーケリングツアーに参加しました。参加した日はちょっと雲が多めで風が強いということでしたが、船の揺れはまったく気になりませんでした。泳いでいる姿ばかりではなく、ヒョコッと顔を水面から出した海亀の姿が忘れられません。サンゴの海では多くの魚達と出会い、サンドバーではその美しさはもちろんですが、海のど真ん中に自分と家族が居るという、まさに自然と一体化した気分を味わうことができました。スタッフの方々も親切、丁寧で、是非もう一度、いえいえ何度でも参加したいです。本当にありがとうございました。

My daughter celebrated her 8th birthday in Hawaii, and the number one thing on her "to-do list for this summer vacation" was to swim with dolphins!! Yes, the main event of this year's trip to Hawaii was enrolling in Dolphin University.

The result was... absolutely, overwhelmingly satisfying!! It was an incredibly exciting university experience (*^^)v

I woke up to breakfast with malasadas, and after about a 40-minute drive, passing by the Konishiki residence on the left, we arrived at the West Coast. We switched to a boat and set off with Yuriko and the energetic staff!! Within 10 minutes, we reached the dolphin spot → dove into the sea!! Even my daughter, who isn't a strong swimmer, was well-supported by the staff and enjoyed snorkeling with everyone (laughs). Then...

There they were＼(~o~)／ I was so moved that I forgot to take pictures and was captivated by the large group of dolphins. After that, we were able to see honu (sea turtles) and many fish up close.

For lunch, we had cheeseburgers grilled on the boat, which were also exquisite!! For some reason, everyone got excited and sang loudly during the ukulele and hula lessons, making it a quick half-day of fun♪

Dolphin University is definitely a place where both adults and children can enjoy themselves!! I want to enroll again next year (@^^)/~~~

Hawaiiで8歳の誕生日を迎えた娘の“今年の夏休みにする事”の一番がイルカと一緒に泳ぐこと!!
そうです、今年のHawaii旅行のメインイベントはイルカ大学に入学することでした。

結果は…、大大大満足!!そして超感激した大学生活でした(*^^)v

朝食のマラサダで眼が覚め、車にゆられて約40分~コニシキ邸を左手に過ぎるとウエストコーストに到着。
船に乗り換え、ユリ子さんや元気なスタッフと出発!!
10分もするとイルカのスポットに到着→海へダイブ!!
泳ぎが得意でない娘もスタッフがしっかりフォローしてくれて皆と一緒に余裕のシュノーケリング（笑）
すると…
いたいたいた＼(~o~)／あまりの感動に写真を撮るのも忘れてイルカの大群に見入ってしまいました。
その後もホヌや多くの魚を間近で見ることが出来ました。

ランチタイムは船上で焼いたチーズバーガー、これもまた絶品!!
ウクレレやフラレッスンも何故か皆で大声を出して盛り上がりあっという間の半日でした♪

イルカ大学は大人から子供まで間違えなく楽しめる大学です!!
また来年も入学したいと思っています(@^^)/~~~

When we went, the white sandy beach didn't appear (＞＜) It was about knee-deep... But standing in the middle of the sea felt quite strange.

Also, since we always travel as a couple, my husband was our photographer, so we had fewer photos of the two of us. However, the staff were very skilled at taking pictures and taught us various poses, so we ended up with a lot of great photos!! We even used one for our New Year's card!!

Thank you very much.

私たちが行ったときは、白い砂浜は、現れませんでした（＞＜）
ひざ下位・・・
でも、海のど真ん中の立つのは、なんか不思議な気がしました。

又、私たちは、いつも夫婦で旅行に行くので、カメラマンは、夫で、2人の写真が少なかったのですが、スタッフの方が、とても写真を撮るのが上手で、色々なポーズを教えてくれたりで、沢山良い写真が撮れました！！
年賀状の写真にしちゃいました！！

ありがとうございました。

Walking in the middle of the ocean is a rare experience. The guide was supposed to be "English only," but on the day I participated, there was a Japanese guide on board after we got on the boat. Even though it was "English only," since the tour mainly involves getting on a bus, transferring to a boat, and entering the ocean, I think it's not too concerning even if you're not confident in your English skills.

It seemed that the sandbar was an island in the morning, but by the time we arrived, the tide was only up to our ankles. For those who are particular about landing on the island, it might be a good idea to check the tide levels before going. I recommend searching for tide level websites using keywords like "Oahu tide."

At the sandbar, you can enjoy activities like playing volleyball or practicing snorkeling at your leisure. My husband, who can't swim, seemed to gain confidence practicing snorkeling there. While we were having fun, the staff called out to each group, saying, "I'll take your picture!"

At the sea turtle point, dozens of turtles showed their faces. The cheeseburger we had on the boat was the best. Next time, I definitely want to participate again, aiming for low tide.

海の真ん中を散歩するなんてことは、なかなか体験できません。
ガイドは「英語のみ」となっていましたが、私が参加した日は船に乗ってからは日本語のガイドさんが案内してくれました。
「英語のみ」でも、バスに乗って船に乗り換えて海に入るだけなんですから、英語に自信がなくともさほど心配がないツアーの内容ではないかと思います。
サンドバーは午前中は島になっていたようでしたが、私たちが到着した頃は足首位の潮位でした。島への上陸にこだわる方は、潮位を調べてから行くと良いのではないか、と思います。「oahu tide」などのキーワードで潮位を調べるサイトを検索すると良いと思います。
サンドバーではバレーボールやシュノーケリングの練習など、好きに過ごすことが出来ます。
泳げない主人はここでシュノーケリングの練習をして自信をつけたようです。
遊んでいるときに、スタッフさんが「写真をとってあげるよ~」とそれぞれのグループに声を掛けていました。
海ガメポイントでは、何十匹ものカメが顔を見せてくれました。
船上で食べるチーズバーガーは最高です。
今度は干潮の時間帯を狙ってぜひまた参加したいです。

On June 23rd, I participated with my 3-year-old son and my pregnant sister.

This was my second trip to Hawaii for my brother's wedding, and it was my son's first time in Hawaii. Last time, we mainly walked around the city, shopped, and enjoyed Waikiki Beach, but with a small child, shopping isn't really enjoyable. I wanted to find something that both the child could enjoy and that would be suitable for my pregnant sister, something that we couldn't experience in Japan. After searching with Alan, I found this option.

It had high ratings, and reading everyone's comments made it sound like a lot of fun. However, I was a bit skeptical because I had previously participated in a tour that was terrible despite good reviews. But with the 7.77 campaign and free admission for children under 3 (it's quite common for 3-year-olds to be charged, even though they probably don't understand what's going on), I was excited.

My son had a fear of the ocean after falling over in the waves during his debut at the beach last year, so I was quite anxious that he might get upset right before we went, even with the promise of feeding dolphins and turtles. I thought it would be fine to leave him with his grandparents if needed, and there was no cancellation fee, which was a relief.

On the day of the event, we had to gather at 6:10 AM. It was early... especially since it was the day after our arrival, and that time is quite tough for someone with low blood pressure. Oh boy. My son, who loves his mom, decided to join us. Just before we left, he was fussing about not wanting to go to the ocean or ride on a boat, but I managed to calm him down by promising him donuts (malasadas) and cheeseburgers.

At the meeting point, there was a shuttle bus with "Dolphin University" written on it in big letters. We were greeted by a lovely, bright, and talkative young woman with long hair and a sun-kissed complexion. My excitement and blood pressure both rose a bit.

The aforementioned lady, Yuriko, drove us to our first destination, Leonard's. During the drive, everyone introduced themselves, and thanks to Yuriko's skillful guidance, the atmosphere became friendly and relaxed. The shop was located along a main road, away from the tourist areas, and I probably wouldn't have been able to come here without the courage to rent a car. I was very happy with this kind of service; it scored high points with me. Leonard's is well-known and often featured in magazines and on TV, so I had imagined a clean and tidy shop, but its appearance pleasantly surprised me, blending into the everyday life of America. The atmosphere was great. While we were there, locals kept coming in to buy, showing its popularity.

I tried the most basic type of malasada. It was freshly fried and warm, gently waking up my half-asleep brain with its sweetness and moist, fluffy texture. It was delicious, and I understood why it was so popular.

By the way, while we were at Leonard's, my son felt the urge to go to the bathroom...

６月２３日に息子(３歳)、妹(妊婦)と共に参加。

今回は弟の結婚式で来た２回目のハワイ、息子は初ハワイでした。前回は街歩き、ショッピング、ワイキキビーチがメインでしたが、小さい子供連れだとショッピング等はたのしめない。子供も楽しめ、かつ妊婦でもOKの日本で体験できない感動をと思いアランさんで探したところ、こちらがヒット。
評価が高く、皆さんのコメントをよんでも楽しそうなものばかり。。以前評価を信じて参加したツアーがとんでもなかったため疑念を抱きつつも、折しも７．７７キャンペーン＆３歳以下無料(３歳で有料って結構多い、まだわけもわからんだろうに。)。おお。
息子は、去年の海デビュー時、波ですっころんでから海(波)恐怖症のため、イルカと亀というエサがあっても行く直前にぐずるかとかなり不安でこれなら同行のじいじばあばにあづけてもキャンセル料もないし、ときめました。

さて当日。６時１０分集合。早い。。到着翌日だし、低血圧にはかなりつらい時間帯。おぅ。そしてママ大好きっ子の息子は一緒に参加することに。直前まで、海やだー船乗らないーと騒ぐが、ドーナツ(マラサダ)＆チーズバーガーたべようねーとなんとかなだめ出発。

集合場所にはイルカ大学とでかでかと書かれた送迎車。迎えてくれたのはロングヘアに焼けた肌が素敵なとーっても明るく御話し上手なお姉さん。血中ハワイ濃度、血圧ともに少し上昇。

先述のお姉さん、ユリコさんのドライブで最初の目的地レナーズへ。車中でみんな自己紹介、ゆりこさんの巧みな誘導で和やか、フレンドリーなムードになっていく。お店は観光エリアからはずれた幹線道路沿いにあり、レンタカーを借りる勇気のない自分ではなかなか来れないだろう。こういうとこに連れて行ってくれるのはとてもうれしいサービス。ポイント高い。レナーズは雑誌やテレビでも良く紹介されていて有名なので小奇麗なお店を想像していたが、いい意味で期待を裏切る外観、アメリカの日常に溶け込んでいるようなところ。その雰囲気がいい。私たちがいる間にも次々と地元の人たちがかいにくる。人気なんだな。そして
一番ベーシックなタイプを食す。揚げたてほかほか、半分寝ている脳味噌をやさしく起こしてくれる甘さ、しっとりほわほわの食感。おいしい。人気なのもわかる。
ところで、レナーズに立ち寄った際、息子が尿意をもよおし

I participated with my husband. There were about 15 participants in the tour, and we were the only Japanese guests. The guide was kind, but everything was in English, so I think I only understood about 20% since I can only speak basic English.

To give you a clearer image, we sat on the edge of a rubber boat with an engine, holding on only to a rope. The boat took us out to sea at quite a speed, swaying a lot, which was quite thrilling. I heard that some people have even fallen into the sea before.

Along the way, we encountered a pod of dolphins several times. We went to Kealakekua Bay and enjoyed snorkeling. The seawater was a bit cold, but it was very clear, and we saw a lot of fish, making for a very satisfying snorkeling experience. During a break from snorkeling, we had lunch on the board, including sandwiches. On the way back, we viewed the lava caves from the sea side. I had thought we would go inside the lava caves, so I was a bit disappointed.

Overall, I was satisfied, but you really need to hold on tightly to the boat's rope at all times, or you might get thrown off, so I wouldn't recommend it for small children or elderly people.

Also, sunscreen is absolutely necessary. In my case, I applied it well on my body and had makeup on my face, but I think I got burned while snorkeling. I didn't apply any on my head, but the part in my hair turned bright red and was quite painful. I recommend that anyone with a part in their hair apply sunscreen to their scalp as well.

夫と二人での参加でした。
ツアー参加者は１５人くらいで日本人客は私達二人のみ。
ガイドさんは親切なのですが全て英語なので、中学英語しかできない私は2割くらいしか理解できてないと思います。

イメージがつきやすく説明すると、エンジンの着いたゴムボードのふちに腰掛け、つかまるところはロープのみ。ボートはそんな不安定な私達を乗せて沖にけっこうなスピードでかなり揺れながら進みます。迫力満点です。今まで海に振り落とされた方もいらしたそうです。

途中、イルカの群れとの遭遇も何度かありました。
ケアラケクア湾まで行き、シュノーケルを楽しみます。
海水はやや冷たかったですが、水はとてもきれいで魚もたくさん見れ大満足なシュノーケルです。
シュノーケルの休憩中にサンドイッチなどのランチをボード上で頂きます。
帰りに溶岩洞窟を海側から眺めて戻ります。
溶岩洞窟の中に入るものだとばかり思っていたので、これはちょっと拍子抜けでした。

全体的には満足ですが、ボートのロープに常時しっかりとつかまってないと振り落とされそうですから、小さなお子さんやお年を召した方にはあまりオススメできないです。

それから、日焼け止めクリームは必ず必要です。
私の場合、体はしっかり塗り、顔はしっかりメイクをしていたのですが、シュノーケルをして落ちたのでしょうか、顔は焼けてしまいました。頭にはぬっていなかったのですが、髪の分け目は真っ赤になり、かなり痛かったです。髪に分け目がある方は、分け目の部分の頭皮にも日焼け止めクリームを塗ることをお勧めします。

I had an amazing time! I'm really glad I participated in this tour. Actually, it was my companion's first time at the ocean in over ten years, and it was also their first time snorkeling. Plus, we’re not great swimmers... But even with that, we had an absolute blast! We wore life jackets, so there was no worry about drowning. Also, the staff provided support for those who aren't good at swimming, so it was all good!

There were so many dolphins! It was funny when we mistook the heads of people from other tours for dolphins... (laughs) We also saw tons of fish, and the turtles were incredible. We even got to swim alongside them! Thanks to that, we got some great videos. It was truly a fun time, and I felt so relaxed.

However, getting up early was a bit tough. We had to leave around 6 AM, so our alarm was set for 5 AM! Since we’re not morning people, we completely missed the alarm and woke up to the sound of the phone ringing. We jumped up in a panic, but the call had already ended. Just when I thought I overslept, the phone rang again. It turned out to be the tour's morning call. Thanks to that, we managed to make it on time. For those who struggle with mornings, there are multiple morning calls, so it seems manageable (laughs).

For breakfast, we had Leonard's malasadas! Drinks are not included, so you can either bring your own or buy water for a dollar. After breakfast, we took motion sickness pills since there were a few people on the tour who felt a bit seasick, so don’t forget if you're worried! Thanks to that, we were super comfortable.

I definitely want to participate again next time. So, everyone, enjoy!

すんごく楽しかったですよ~☆
このツアーに参加してよかったです♪
実は、同行者は１０数年ぶりくらいの海、そしてシュノーケルも初めて、そしてなんと私たちは泳ぎが苦手・・・。
こんな私たちでも超満喫できました！！
ちゃんとライフジャケットもつけるからおぼれる心配はありません。また、泳ぎが苦手な人にはスタッフがサポートしてくれるので大丈夫ですよ！
イルカちゃんたちいっぱいいましたよ~！！でも、他のツアーでシュノーケルしてる人たちの頭をイルカと間違えたのは笑えましたが・・・（笑）
またお魚ちゃんたちもい~っぱい見れたし、なんといっても亀ちゃんがすごかった。一緒に並んで泳げちゃいました☆
おかげでいいムービーが取れました。
ほんとにほんとに楽しい時間でした。
とっても癒されましたよ~☆
ただ、朝早いのがちょっときつかったです。
出発は、６時ごろだったから、目覚ましはなんと５時台！？
朝が苦手な私たちは、目覚ましには全く気づかず、電話の音で目が覚めました。あわてて飛び起きましたが電話が切れてしまったのです。あぁ~寝坊した~と思ったらもう一度電話が鳴っったのです。出てみるとツアーのモーニングコールでした。おかげでなんとか間に合いました。朝が苦手な人でも何度もモーニングコールがあるからなんとかがんばれそうですね（笑）
それから、朝食は、レナーズのマラサダ！ドリンクは含まれていないので自分で持っていくか、１ドルで水は売ってくれます。私たちは、この朝食後に酔い止めを飲みました。ツアーに参加された方で若干船酔いされていた方がいましたので、心配な方はお忘れなく！おかげで超快適でしたよ。
次回また参加したいと思います。
それじゃ、皆さんも楽しんで☆