All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

There were two mantas. A diver went underwater and shone a light from below to lure the mantas, while we floated above and watched.

The tour was conducted entirely in English (and at a fast pace), and there wasn't much explanation, so I think it would be tough for anyone who doesn't understand English to some extent and doesn't have snorkeling experience. However, if you have no issues with snorkeling, you might be fine even if you don't understand English. Also, since we were floating in the sea for a long time and the boat was rocking even after getting out of the water, I did experience quite a bit of seasickness.

I think the lack of transportation to and from the location is a downside. If you stay at the nearby Sheraton, it seems like you could walk there.

マンタは2匹いました。
ダイバーの人がもぐって下から明かりを当て、マンタをおびき寄せます。それを私達は上からぷかぷか浮きながら見るという感じです。

ツアーは全て英語（しかも早口）で、その説明もあまりないので、英語がある程度わかって、シュノーケルの経験もある人でないと厳しいのではないかと思います。
シュノーケリングに問題がない人は、英語はわからなくても大丈夫かもしれませんが。あと長時間海に浮いていたり、海から上がっても船も揺れているので、結構船酔いもしました。

送迎がないのが難点かと思います。近くのシェラトンに泊まれば歩いていけそうでした。

I went on September 21.
There are other tours where you can swim with dolphins, but this is the only one where you can swim with wild dolphins!

The price is a bit high, but I think you'll encounter more fish and swimming turtles than at Hanauma Bay.

The website also has testimonials, images, and videos for reference: www.iruka.com

9月21日に行ってきました。
他にもイルカと泳げるツアーはありますが、野生のイルカと泳げるのはココだけ！

ちょっと値段は高いですが、ハナウマ湾に行くよりも多くの魚や泳ぐ亀に出会えると思います。

ホームページにも体験談や画像、動画が載っているので参考に
www.iruka.com

It was a much more active tour than I had expected. Among the 14 participants, only the two of us were Japanese, while the others were from English-speaking countries. The guide spoke in English, which was difficult to understand, but we managed to get by with gestures and the overall atmosphere.

By the way, they do provide a Japanese script in advance, but it’s hard to read while on the boat. We had the rare experience of being surrounded by a mother turtle and her baby, and encountering a pod of dolphins.

The snorkeling was at a famous spot on the Big Island, with high visibility, and we were able to see many tropical fish. Since it was a tour on a really large boat, be careful of sunburn! I got quite tanned. I think it’s a tour that can be enjoyed even if you don’t speak English.

予想していたより、かなりアクティブなツアーでした。
一緒に参加した中では14人中私たち2名のみが日本人で他は英語圏の参加者でした。ガイドも英語で理解するのは難しいですが、ジェスチャーや雰囲気で乗り切れました。
ちなみに、日本語のスクリプトも一応事前に渡してくれますが、ボートに乗りながらさすがに見ることはできません。。
ボートに乗りながら亀の親子に囲まれたり、イルカの群れにあったり貴重な体験ができました。
シュノーケルはハワイ島で有名なポイントで透明度も高く、たくさんのトロピカルフィッシュを見ることができました。
本当に大きなボートに乗ってのツアーですので、日焼けには注意です！良く焼けました。。
英語ができなくても楽しめるツアーだと思います。

I had my first encounter with wild dolphins!

While enjoying the peaceful scenery, I headed to Waianae Harbor on the west side of Oahu! After about five minutes out on the boat in the clear, beautiful sea, we got ready to swim. While changing into a wetsuit (top half) and life jacket with careful instructions, a pod of dolphins appeared!

A group of dolphins was gracefully swimming slowly near the boat! There were about 20 to 30 of them in total. Some dolphins even jumped energetically! Upon closer inspection, I saw baby dolphins jumping too!!!

It seems I was lucky this time, as the pod performed near the boat for over 30 minutes. Those who swam closer could even hear the dolphins' calls♪

After that, we went snorkeling at a place called "Dragon Palace," which is full of sea turtles! A sea turtle came right next to the boat, so I was really glad to see it up close.

The BBQ on the boat after getting tired from all the excitement and the hula performed by the local staff was also great.

Thank you for this precious experience!

初めて野生のイルカに会ってきました！

のどかな風景を眺めつつ、オアフ島西部ワイアナエ・ハーバーへ！透き通っててきれいな海をボートで沖へ5分ほど行ったところで、泳ぐ準備をしました。丁寧な説明を受けながら、ウェットスーツ（上半身）とライフジャケットに着替えていたら、イルカの群れが！

ボートの近くをイルカの群れが優雅にゆ~っくりと泳いでいるんです！合計で２０~３０頭くらいかな？中には勢いよくジャンプを披露してくれるイルカも！よーく見たら、赤ちゃんイルカも一緒にジャンプ！！！

今回はラッキーだったみたいで、イルカの群れがボート近くで30分以上パフォーマンスを披露してくれてました。近くまで泳いでいった人は、イルカの鳴き声とかも聞こえたんだとか♪

その後、竜宮城と呼ばれるウミガメが沢山いるところでシュノーケリング！ボートすぐ横にウミガメがでてきてくれたので、すごく近くで見れてよかったです。

はしゃぎ疲れた後の船上BBQでの腹ごしらえやロコスタッフによるフラもよかったです。

貴重な体験を有難うございます！

This time, we departed in the morning from Kailua Pier. Since there were many participants, we split into groups of about 15 people, totaling around five groups.

We sped across the water to Keauhou on the boat. Hats flew off, so it was impossible to wear one, and the speed made it feel like we might be thrown into the sea if we didn't hold onto the boat's railing. Occasionally, we stopped for explanations in English about Hawaii, the ocean, and the mountain scenery.

We snorkeled at the monument where Captain Cook arrived. There were many fish in the water. The boat had a fish book, so after snorkeling, we could look up what fish we had seen.

On the boat, we could snack on fruits like pineapple and have drinks to satisfy our hunger a bit. Then, on the way back, we observed lava caves, but the caves weren't very deep, so it didn't feel like we were entering them. Still, the captain explained various things (in English), including the lava that represents the sleeping form of the fire goddess Pele and how the lava was formed.

It was very lucky to see dolphins and turtles swimming nearby in the ocean, and everyone was excited about it. It was a thrilling and exciting tour that we really enjoyed.

今回は、カイルア・ピアからの朝の出発でした。
たくさんの参加者だったので、15人位のグループに分かれて参加します。全部で５グループぐらいに分かれました。
ボートに乗ってケアウホウまで、すごいスピードで進んでいきます。帽子は飛んでいくのでかぶれないですし、ボートの手すりに掴まっていないと海に放り出されそうなスピード感は味わえます。
ときどき、止まってハワイや海、山の景色について英語で説明してくれます。
クック船長が到着した記念碑の所でシュノーケリングです。海の中には魚がたくさんいました。船には魚の本もあるので、シュノーケリングの後に見た魚はなんだったのか調べることができます。
船の上では、スナックやパイナップルなどのフルーツと飲み物で軽くお腹を満たすことができます。
それから、戻るときに溶岩洞窟の観察をするのですが、洞窟はそれほど奥まってないので、洞窟に入っていく感じではなかったです。
それでも、船長が色々と説明してくれて（英語ですが）、火の神様ペレの寝ている姿の溶岩や溶岩がどうしてできたか説明してくれました。
海の上で、イルカや亀など近くで泳いでいるのを見ることができたのが、とてもラッキーだったのか、みんなではしゃいでいました。
とてもスリリングでエキサイティングなツアーで楽しめます。

I participated with friends. The boat moves at an unimaginable speed!! At first, I was surprised and held on tightly, but as I got used to it, I found I didn't need to hold on so tightly to enjoy the ride. The captain drives in a way that ensures safety while also making it fun. Fortunately, we encountered a pod of dolphins. It was thrilling to ride alongside them. This was my first time snorkeling, but they properly taught me how to use the equipment, and I was able to see beautiful fish.

It's an experience that you can't easily have in Japan, and I highly recommend this fulfilling activity!! Even if you don't understand English, you can participate safely, but since the captain explains various things, understanding would definitely enhance the enjoyment.

友達同士で参加しました。想像を絶するスピードでボートは走ります！！最初は驚いて、ボートにしがみつく手にかなりの力を入れていたのですが、慣れてくるとそれほど力を入れていなくても乗っていられます。船長も危険のないように、かつ楽しめるように運転してくれます。うれしいことにイルカの群れに遭遇することもできました。イルカの群れと一緒に走ることもでき大興奮でした。シュノーケリングは私は初めてだったのですが、装具のつけ方もきちんと教えてくれて、きれいな魚を見ることができました。
日本ではなかなかできない体験で、内容充実のおすすめアクティビティーです！！
英語は分からなくても危険なく参加できますが、船長が色々説明をしてくれるので、わかった方が楽しみ度はかなり高くなると思います。

My husband and I participated together. Two years ago, we joined the Fair Wind morning cruise, but this Captain Zodiac Ocean Rafting & Snorkeling Cruise was similar in that it took us to Keauhou Bay for snorkeling and a meal before returning to the harbor. However, this experience was much more exciting and had a sporty vibe, which made it really fun.

I think that those who are physically fit and can keep up with the American-style atmosphere will enjoy the Captain Zodiac Ocean Rafting & Snorkeling Cruise more. On the day we participated, everyone else was American, and we were all very excited about the sightings of sea turtles, dolphins, and sharks. The boat is driven at quite a speed. We had a great time, but those who are not comfortable with speed or are prone to seasickness should be cautious. However, it is highly recommended for those who enjoy thrilling activities. Additionally, it seems they provide a written explanation in Japanese for Japanese participants.

主人と二人で参加しました。
2年前にフェアウィンドのモーニングクルーズに参加しましたが、このキャプテン・ゾディアック号のオーシャンラフティング＆シュノーケリングクルーズは、ケアウホウ湾まで行ってシュノーケルをして食事をして、その後港まで帰るという点では同じなのですが、こちらは非常にエキサイティングかつ体育会系のノリでとても楽しかったです。
どちらかというと、キャプテン・ゾディアック号のオーシャンラフティング＆シュノーケリングクルーズは体力があって、アメリカンなノリについていける人の方が楽しめると思います。
さて私達が、参加した日は、私達以外は全てアメリカ人で、
海亀、イルカ、サメなどの出現に多いに盛り上がりました。また、ボートはかなりのスピードで運転されます。私達はとても楽しめましたが、スピードが苦手な人や船酔いしやすい人は要注意かもしれません。でも、激しいのが好きな人にはとてもお勧めのアクティビティです。また、一応、日本人には日本語での説明が書かれた文章を手渡してくれるようです。

We participated as a couple, and there were two American couples as fellow passengers, making a total of six people on the afternoon tour. The explanations were in English (of course?), so there were some points I didn't fully understand, but seeing dolphins up close during the rafting, the unique formations and strange rocks created by lava, and the Captain Cook monument were experiences that you can only have from the sea, which were quite remarkable.

For snorkeling, we brought our own snorkels and had some experience, but there were no explanations or precautions provided, so it might be a bit concerning for beginners.

For future improvements, it would be good to switch the seating positions on the rafting boat for the outbound and return trips. Sitting on the left side the whole time can lead to back pain. Also, make sure the ropes are secured tightly. For those who are prone to seasickness, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.

夫婦で参加、同乗者はアメリカ人夫婦二組で計六名の午後ツアーでした。説明は英語(当然？)ですので、よく理解できない点もありましたが、ラフテｲングの途中イルカを真近に見たり溶岩が作った変わった造形や奇岩、キャプテンクックのモニュメントなど、海からでないと見ることができない体験はなかなかのものでした。
シュノーケリングでは、私たちはシュノーケルを持参、経験もありましたが、使い方の説明や注意などがなかったので、初心者の場合にはちょっと心配です。
今後の希望です。
ラフテｲングボートの乗る位置を行きと帰りを入れ替えるとよい。
左は左、右は右ばかりで腰が痛くなります。それにロープも緩まないようにしっかり。
船に弱い方は酔い止め持参がおすすめです。

This was a wonderful experience. The staff was outstanding and very helpful. They went out of their way to make this a great experience. Would highly recommend.

My husband and I just went snuba diving at the Molokini Crater. This was my first time being in the ocean yet alone dive 20ft under the ocean. It was way better than snorkeling! Now I'm hooked on snuba and willing to do it again in the future! I recommend this to everyone who wants to experience a whole different world!

I went to the bay but couldn't find the office, so I asked people at the port... ^^; In the end, the location was at Keauhou Bay, towards the right back when facing the sea. It's behind the public restroom. It seems better to leave a bit earlier.

I chose fins and a mask that fit my size and quickly boarded the boat to depart. The manta rays are incredibly beautiful. They came as close as about 10 feet away from my body.

Before boarding, I asked if the water was cold, and they said it wasn't too bad. So, I wore two rash guards when I got in, but it was really cold in the second half. People who borrowed wetsuits from the office said they were cold too. (laughs)

I definitely think it's better to borrow a wetsuit in winter.

Even if it's not winter, kids should definitely borrow one.

In Japan, you rarely get to see these unless you're a diver, so I recommend it. If you can't swim, as long as you have a float, you'll be fine on this tour.

ベイの所まで行って事務所がみつからず、港にいる人に
聞きまくり。。。＾＾；結局、場所はケアウホウベイに
ついたら海に向かって右奥の方にありました。
公衆トイレの奥です。　　少し早めに出かけた方がよさ
そうです。

自分のサイズにあったフィンとマスクを選んでさっそく
船に乗り出発。マンタはすんごい綺麗です。
体から１０？位しか離れていない所まで来てくれました。

乗船前に水は冷たいか聞いたところ。そうでもないよ。
とのことだったので、ラッシュガードを２枚着て入りまし
たが、後半はとぉぉっても寒かったです。
事務所でウェットスーツを借りた人たちも寒かったと
言っていました。笑。

冬だったら絶対に借りた方がいいと思います。

冬でなくてもお子様は絶対に借りた方がいいです。

日本で、ダイバー以外なかなか見る事ができないので
オススメです。泳げない人でも浮き輪があれば大丈夫と
いう方なら大丈夫なツアーですよ。

On September 8th, I enrolled at the prestigious Dolphin University for the first time. Since I was a child, it has been my dream to swim with dolphins, and I finally got to fulfill that dream this time.

As others have written, the excitement of encountering dolphins and swimming with them is beyond measure. This is something you must experience for yourself and truly feel. The other tour activities are also plentiful, so there's no doubt you'll be satisfied.

Moreover, the staff members are incredibly kind. They welcomed us with warm smiles, and I could feel their genuine effort to make our experience enjoyable.

What left the biggest impression on me during this tour was not only swimming with the dolphins but also Yuriko's feelings towards the dolphins and her message to us. I was truly moved by this. You might think it's an exaggeration, but after listening to Yuriko's stories on the boat, I feel like my perspective on life has slightly changed. I realized the importance of cherishing each day, remembering to be grateful, and valuing who I am now.

There may be other tours that offer "swimming with wild dolphins," but I believe there are many experiences that can only be found at this prestigious university.

I will definitely participate in this tour again! And when I have friends visiting Hawaii, I want to recommend this tour without hesitation.

９月８日、初めて名門イルカ大学に入学しました。
私は小さい頃からイルカと一緒に泳ぐことが夢だったのですが、
今回ようやくその夢を叶えることができました。

他の方も書いている通り、イルカと遭遇し一緒に泳げたときの感動といったら、もう計り知れません。
これは実際に体験して、ぜひ感じて欲しいです。
他のツアー内容も盛り沢山で、満足することは間違いなしです。

そして、スタッフの方は本当に親切です。
とても温かい笑顔で私たちを迎えてくれ、楽しませようと必死になってくれてる気持ちが伝わりました。

私がこのツアーで一番印象に残ったことは、イルカと一緒に泳げたことはもちろんですが、ユリコさんのイルカに対する思いや、
私たちへのメッセージです。
これには本当に心を打たれました。
大げさだと思うかもしれませんが、船の中で百合子さんが話してくれたお話を聞いて、人生感が少し変わった気がします。
一日一日を大切にし、日々感謝することを忘れず、今の自分を大切にしようと思うことができました。

『野生のイルカと一緒に泳ぐ』このような内容のツアーは他も探せば出てくるかもしれません。
ですが、この名門大学でしか味わえないことは沢山あると思います。

絶対にまたこのツアーに参加しにいきます！！
そしてハワイに行く友達がいるときは、
迷わずこのツアーをお勧めしたいと思っています。

Captain Bob's was one of the highlights of our trip. The crew was very laid back and extremely helpful (served us beer in the water). One girl even got stung by a jellyfish and the captain carried her all the way back to the boat and immediately rendered first aid. 60 of us total and it was not crowded at all. Burgers were good, people were awesome and the snorkeling was spectacular. Saw a few turtles and other beautiful fish. Volleyball on the sandbar was pretty fun too!! All in all my husband and I really had a great time. Would highly recommend it to anyone!!!!!!!!

I was really looking forward to this tour because it promised that we would definitely see dolphins... and we encountered a pod of dolphins about 4 to 5 times!! When we dropped into the sea at a dolphin spotting location and floated for a while, a few dolphins came over... The guide said, "Dolphins here!" and we could even hear the dolphins' sounds. It was just amazing!!

After that, we moved by boat to a spot where we could see lots of fish and enjoyed snorkeling. When I held out some bread, the little yellow fish came right up to eat it. It felt like being in a natural aquarium, and we also enjoyed kayaking, making it accessible for a wide range of ages. There were actually little kids, pregnant women, and grandfathers participating with their grandchildren! For those who are not confident swimmers, the staff is there to support you, so there's absolutely no need to worry. You really shouldn't miss this; it's an incredible experience!

イルカに必ず会えるとのことで、とっても楽しみにしていたツアーでしたが・・・イルカの群れに４~５回は遭遇できました！！
イルカに出会えるスポットで海にチャポンと落ちて、しばらく海に漂っていたところ、イルカが数頭でやってきて・・・ガイドさんが「イルカここぉぉ~」と教えてくれます。キューキューとイルカの声まで聞こえましたよ。もう感激です！！
その後はまた船で移動して、魚がいっぱい見られるスポットでのシュノーケリングを楽しみました。手にパンを持つと、黄色いお魚さんがパクパク食べにくるんですよ。天然の水族館に癒され、カヤックも楽しめたりと幅広い年齢層での参加が可能と思います。実際にちっちゃいお子さん、妊婦さん、孫たちと一緒に参加のおじいちゃんなどおられましたよ♪泳ぎが苦手な方は、スタッフさんがついてサポートしてくれるので心配は全くありません☆行かなきゃ損っていうくらい最高の時間を過ごせますよ

I had no idea that manta rays were such cute and beautiful creatures. The excitement of watching them gracefully approach me while doing backflips in the light of the underwater lamps is beyond words... They came so close that I could see their big eyes and wide mouths clearly, and my family who joined me was also thrilled!

Even though it was snorkeling, you can hold onto a buoy on the surface and look underwater, so it's safe for those who can't swim. Although it was night snorkeling, they provided wetsuits, and the seawater warmed by the daytime sun wasn't as cold as I expected.

Watching the sunset from the boat, the clear sea, and the wild manta rays made for a truly wonderful activity where I could feel the great nature of the Big Island of Hawaii!

マンタがこんなに可愛くキレイな生き物だとは知りませんでした。
水中に設置されたライトの光の中、優雅にバックフリップしながら自分に近づいてくる時の興奮は、言葉に言い表せないほど…　マンタのつぶらな瞳と大きな口の中までしっかり見れるほど近づいてきてくれ、一緒に参加した家族も大喜びでした^^
シュノーケリングといっても、水面の浮き棒につかまって水中を眺めるので、泳げない人でも安心です。
夜のシュノーケリングですが、ウェットスーツも貸してくれ、また日中の太陽であったまった海水なので思ったより寒くありませんでした。
船から眺める夕陽、透明度の高い海、そして野生のマンタ！と、ハワイ島の大自然を感じることができる、とても素敵なアクティビティでした！

I participated with children, and thanks to the very attentive Yuriko, we had a great time. We had malasadas for breakfast, so even though the mornings were early, the kids were fine. The sea was calm and very clear, and when we saw a pod of dolphins, it was truly healing. The boat didn't rock much, so there were no seasick people, and everyone was able to enjoy themselves happily.

子供ずれで参加しましたが、とても面倒見の良い百合子さんのおかげで、楽しく過ごせました。
朝ごはん代わりに、マラサダを食べられるので、朝が早いのですが、子供も大丈夫でした。
海も穏やかで、とても透明度がよく、イルカのむれを見たときは、ほんとに気持ちがいやされました。
船も、あまり揺れないので、酔っている人もなく、みんなハッピーに過ごせました。

I participated in a morning plan on September 1st.

Contrary to the clear skies in Waikiki, the area around Kaneohe Bay was unfortunately cloudy. Moreover, the sandbar we were looking forward to visiting had its low tide at just after 6 AM that day, so by the time we arrived, the water level was already up to our knees, and we couldn't stroll on the white sandbar like in the commercials. Therefore, if you really want to walk on the sandbar, I recommend doing some thorough research beforehand.

After returning to the boat and enjoying some light snacks like bread, chips, and fruits, we went snorkeling. A Japanese staff member kindly explained how to use the equipment, so I think even beginners will be fine. Perhaps due to the cloudy weather, the visibility underwater wasn't very clear, but we were still able to see the coral reefs and tropical fish perfectly.

After that, we changed locations for a second snorkeling session. We were supposed to swim with sea turtles, but unfortunately, none appeared (cry). However, we were able to see a sea turtle surfacing for air from the boat at another spot♪

On the way back, you can ride in the shuttle car in your swimsuit, so if you have something to throw on, you won't need to change. However, it can get quite cold on the boat, so it's better to have a jacket. Depending on the weather, I wore a hoodie and wrapped myself in a bath towel. Also, since waves can splash into the boat, it might be a good idea to put your belongings in a waterproof bag. If you want to take photos without worrying about getting wet, a waterproof case for your digital camera is a must☆ They were selling waterproof cameras on the boat too, but I think it was around $25?

While I regret not seeing the sandbar due to the weather, the time spent in the beautiful sea became a great memory. I would love to participate again next time for a revenge trip♪

9月1日に午前発のプランに参加しました。

快晴のワイキキとは裏腹に、カネオヘ湾付近はあいにくの曇り空。しかも楽しみにしていたサンドバーは当日の干潮が午前6時過ぎだったということで、私達が到着した頃には既に膝下くらいまでの水位があり、CMのように白いサンドバーを闊歩･･･という具合にはいきませんでした。なのでどうしてもサンドバーを歩きたい！！という方は事前によく調べていくことをオススメします。

ボートに戻ってパンやチップス、フルーツなどの軽食を頂いた後はシュノーケルです。使い方など日本人のスタッフさんが丁寧に教えてくれるので、初めての方でも大丈夫だと思いますよ☆曇天のせいか水中もあまりクリアではありませんでしたが、それでも珊瑚礁と熱帯魚はバッチリ見ることができました。

その後ポイントを変えて2度目のシュノーケル。ウミガメと泳ぐ~♪･･･ハズが、カメ現れず（泣）。でも、ボートに戻って他のポイントに行き、船上からでしたが水面で息継ぎをするウミガメに会うことができました♪

帰りは水着のまま送迎車に乗せてもらえるので、羽織るものでもあれば着替えは必要ありません。ただ、船上はかなり寒いので上着があった方がいいです。お天気にもよると思いますが、私はパーカーを着て更にバスタオルにくるまってました。あと、波しぶきが船内まで入ってくることもあるので持ち物はビニールバッグなど濡れてもいいバッグに入れて行った方がいいかもしれません。水濡れを気にせず写真を撮りたい方は、デジカメ用の防水ケースもマストです☆船上でも防水カメラ売ってましたが･･･25ドルだったかな？

お天気とサンドバーを見られなかったのが心残りでしたが、綺麗な海でのひと時はいい思い出になりました。次回、リベンジしにまた参加したいです♪

We participated with two people who hardly speak English. There were various explanations in English on the boat, and most of it was completely incomprehensible, which made me anxious until we got into the water... but once we were in the water, I completely forgot about those worries. A manta ray really came close to us. It came up right to the surface, so we were able to fully enjoy snorkeling. It was truly moving. I highly recommend this to anyone heading to the Big Island of Hawaii.

英語がほとんど××な二人で参加しました。
船の中で英語で色々と説明があり、大半はチンプンカンプンで、海に入るまでは不安がよぎり・・・でも、海に入ってからはそんな心配はすっかり忘れてしまっていました。
本当に近くまでマンタが近づいて来てくれました。水面ギリギリのとこまで上がってきてくれるので、シュノーケリングでも充分に堪能できました。
感動したなーーー。これからハワイ島に行く方は是非おススメです。

We participated as a family of three on August 25th (our child is a first-grade boy). I might have been the most excited when we encountered a pod of dolphins. I think it's rare to find a tour where you can swim with them. When we met a turtle, my husband jumped into the sea and touched its shell. Surprisingly, our child got really into paddle surfing and kept challenging himself until the end. It was a truly fulfilling tour that kept both kids and adults engaged. Also, the tour guides were really warm-hearted people, and I definitely want to participate again. Thank you, Yuriko, for keeping the atmosphere lively until the end!

８月２５日に家族３人で参加しました。（子供は小１の男の子）イルカの群れに遭遇した時は私が一番興奮してたかも・・。一緒に泳ぐことのできるツアーはなかなかないと思います。亀に出会ったときは主人も海にとびこみ甲羅を触っていました。子供は意外にもパドルサーフィンにはまり最後まで挑戦していました。子供も大人も飽きることなく本当に充実したツアーです。あと、ツアーの方々が本当に温かい人たちで是非また参加したいです。ゆりこさん、最後まで明るくもりあげてくださってありがとうございました！

This was my eighth trip to Hawaii, and I have exhausted all the optional tours featured in magazines. I participated with my husband and our two sons, who are in middle and elementary school, making a total of four of us. I had always wanted to experience sailing on a large yacht after seeing others enjoy it, and with the kids' request for snorkeling, we decided on this tour.

Since it was during the Obon holiday, half of the participants were Japanese families. There were no Japanese staff on the tour, and all explanations on the yacht were in English.

We walked to the meeting point, which was easy to find. The yacht departed on time. After about 20 minutes, we arrived at our destination off the coast of Waikiki, where we received instructions on how to use the goggles and floats, as well as information about the fish we would see. We then enjoyed an hour of snorkeling. The wind was calm, and there was little rocking; the water was clear, allowing us to see many small and large black fish. Our underwater camera was put to good use. On the yacht, soft drinks were available for $1 and beer for $3. The remaining time was spent sailing back while enjoying the views of Waikiki. We went quite far out and close to Diamond Head, where dolphins and turtles approached the yacht.

I had some anxiety about signing up since there were no participant reviews, but I truly felt it was a great decision to join this tour.

今回は8回目のハワイで、雑誌に掲載されているようなオプショナルツアーは行きつくしている贅沢モンです。
夫婦と中学生・小学生の男子、合計4人で参加しました。以前から大きなヨットでセーリングを楽しむ人々を見て、いつか私も体験したいと思っていたツアーでした。子供たちのリクエストもあってシュノーケリング付きの、このツアーに決めました。
お盆の時期だったので、参加者の半分は日本人のファミリーでした。ツアーのスタッフに日本人はいません。ヨット上での説明もすべて英語です。
集合場所まで徒歩で向かいました。場所はすぐに分かります。時間通りにヨットは出発しました。20分ほどで目的地のワイキキ沖に着き、ゴーグルや浮きの使い方や見える魚の説明があり、その後1時間シュノーケルを楽しみました。風も穏やかで揺れも少なく、海の透明度は良く大小の黒い魚がたくさんみえました。持参の水中カメラが活躍しました。ヨットの上で、ソフトドリンク1ドル・ビール３ドルで買えます。残りの時間は、ワイキキ沖をセーリングしながら帰ります。かなり沖の方やダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで行きました。その時、ヨットの近くにイルカやカメがよってきました。
参加体験談が無かったので申し込み時には不安もありましたが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったと思いました。

We participated as a family of three, including my wife and our 13-year-old son. It was exhilarating to zip around on the rafting boat at high speed over the ocean. We were the only Japanese people there, but I think everyone on board had a great time together.

I was thrilled to see both dolphins and whales. The snorkeling was also enjoyable, with beautiful tropical fish that approached us without fear, and the coastline with lava walls resembling the sleeping form of the goddess Pele was stunning.

I did get seasick while on the anchored boat, but I would definitely love to go again if I have the chance.

夫婦と次男（１３歳）の３人で参加しました。
ラフティングボートで、海の上をハイスピードで縦横無尽に走り回ったのは快感でした。日本人は私たちのみでしたが、乗り合わせたみんなで楽しく盛り上がれたと思います。
イルカにもクジラにも会うことができ、うれしかったです。
女神ペレの寝姿に似た溶岩壁の海岸線や、人を怖がらずに寄ってくる綺麗な熱帯魚がたくさんみられたシュノーケリングも楽しかったです。
私は停泊中の船上で船酔いしてしまいましたが、機会があればまた是非もう一度行ってみたいと思います。

We participated with a total of eight people, including my sister's family. We were attracted by the free children's offer for the afternoon cruise, but based on reviews here, we chose the morning cruise instead. Six of us, except for my husband and me, were experiencing snorkeling for the first time, and everyone, including my sister who can't swim, was very moved! The slide had quite a distance to the water surface, which was a bit scary even for adults, but the 8-year-old and 6-year-old kids went down it multiple times. The older child especially loved the high dive from the second floor and did it over and over again. And as rumored, the hamburgers were very delicious! On the way back, we encountered dolphins twice. It was truly fun. Everyone in the family is eager to participate again next time!

姉家族と計8人で参加しました。
アフタヌーンクルーズの、子供無料特典に惹かれましたが、ここの書き込みでモーニングクルーズにしました。私達夫婦以外、6名がスノーケリング初体験でしたが、泳げない姉を含め、みなとても感動していました！スライダーは水面まで結構距離があり、大人でもちょっと怖かったのですが、8歳と6歳の子供達は何度も滑っていました。特に上の子は2階からのハイダイブを気に入り、何度も何度もしていました。そして、うわさどおりハンバーガーはとても美味しかったです！帰路では2回イルカに遭遇。本当に楽しかったです。家族全員、次回もまた参加したい!と切望しています。

I was able to encounter many dolphins. I was moved to see baby dolphins as well. Instead of swimming after the dolphins, if you stay still in one place, they come to you one after another. I was able to meet countless dolphins. ☆ Also, for small children, the guide swims closely with them, so I think parents with kids can participate and enjoy with peace of mind.

　たくさんのイルカに出会うことができました。赤ちゃんイルカも見ることができて、感動しました。イルカを追いかけて泳ぐのではなくその場でじっとしていると次から次へとイルカがやってきます。数えきれないくらいたくさん会うことができました☆
　また、小さな子供には、ガイドさんがつきっきりで泳いでくれるので、子供連れのパパ＆ママも安心して参加＆楽しむことができると思います。
　

Quite an experience and probably the best time of our trip to Honolulu. We experienced snorkeling with turtles as advertised, one even came up for air in the middle of the four of us. My teenagers were quite excited. On top of that we got to see dolphins that swam with us and around our boat, which is very unusual. The crew were great and very helpful, knowledgeable and upbeat. We had so much fun we went back for the afternoon cruise the next day and had a great time drinking (adults), singing and splashing thru the waves. Also got to see more dolphins along side and a school of fish skimming up on the surface, very cool. We highly recommend this tour and operator.

The sandbar had a more beautiful sea than I expected. It was disappointing that I couldn't dive while snorkeling because we had to wear life jackets.

サンドバーですが、予想以上に綺麗な海でした。
シュノーケリングがライフジャケット着用だったので潜れなくて残念でした。

We participated in a lava and canyon tour with a family of six, including an 83-year-old. Fortunately, the pilot was Japanese, so the explanations were easy to understand, which was great. Honestly, while it was nice to see the lava flowing to the coast, I had imagined something a bit more intense. What exceeded my expectations was the number of waterfalls in the canyon and the breathtaking experience of flying deep into the carved canyon, which is something only a helicopter can offer—absolutely amazing!

Hawaii Island has many areas that are difficult to access from the ground, so I recommend it for those with weaker legs. Although it costs a bit, the view from the sky during the nearly two-hour flight was worth it. I bought a video tape that included scenes from inside the aircraft, which became a fun memory.

83歳を含むファミリー6名で溶岩と渓谷のツアーに参加、
運よく操縦士の方が日本人だったので説明もよくわかりとてもよかった。
正直溶岩は海岸に流れているところが見えよかったが、もう少し激しいものを想像していたので？とおもうこともあった。想像以上だったのは渓谷での滝の多さと深く切り込んだ渓谷の間に入っていくのはヘリコプターならではの圧巻で最高！だった。
ハワイ島は地上からの無理なところも多いので、足が弱い方にもおすすめ、多少値段はかかるが空からの眺めは、あっという間の2時間弱、機内での様子を含んだ景色のビデオテープを買い楽しい思い出になりました。

If you're visiting Kauai, you absolutely have to check out the Na Pali Coast, so I joined a tour this time. The view from the sea was truly amazing. There were interesting points like large openings that continued like tunnels, and holes in the ceiling of the tunnels where waterfalls were cascading down. I'm glad I got to see them up close. I also enjoyed snorkeling, and the lunch was delicious. It was a very satisfying tour!

カウアイ島を訪れるなら絶対ナパリコーストには行ってみたかったので、今回ツアーに参加しました。
海からの眺めは本当に最高でした。大きくあいた穴がトンネルのように続いていたり、トンネルの天井部分に穴が開いていてそこに滝が流れ落ちていたりなどと、面白いポイントがたくさんあり、間近で見れて良かったです。
シュノーケリングも楽しめランチも美味しかったです。大満足のツアーです！

We participated in a tour as a family. Since we had children with us, we were worried about seasickness during the cruise, but thankfully, no one got seasick, and we all had a great time together.

The caves and unique rock formations of the Na Pali Coast viewed from the sea were incredibly impressive, and we enjoyed the breathtaking scenery. Not only did we get to see beautiful landscapes, but we also encountered dolphins and whales along the way, and enjoyed snorkeling where we could see sea turtles and tropical fish up close. It was a very enriching tour, and I would love to participate again someday.

家族でツアーに参加しました。子供が一緒だったので、クルージングだと船酔いが心配でしたが、船酔いすることもなく家族みんなで楽しめました。
海の上から見上げるナパリコーストの洞窟や奇岩などは迫力満点で、絶景を堪能できました。美しい景観だけでなく、途中でイルカやクジラに遭遇したり、ウミガメや熱帯魚を間近に見るシュノーケリングが楽しめたり、とても内容の濃いツアーでした。またいつか参加してみたいです。

I had previously participated in a trekking tour of the Napali Coast, but I really wanted to see the views from the sea, so I decided to join this tour. The weather was great, and the cruising experience was fantastic. I was amazed by the sight of a pod of dolphins swimming in the deep blue sea and the breathtaking scenery while feeling the pleasant breeze. The impressive views of the cliffs and valleys are still etched in my memory.

I was looking forward to seeing sea turtles while snorkeling, but it was disappointing that I didn't encounter any. However, the underwater world filled with colorful fish was beautiful!

以前、ナパリコーストのトレッキングツアーに参加したことはあったのですが、どうしても海からの眺めも見てみたいということでツアー参加を決めました。
天候も良くクルージングは気分最高でした。真っ青な海で泳ぐイルカの群れを見たり、心地よい風を感じながら眺める壮大な景色に感動しました。岸壁や渓谷の迫力ある光景は今でも目に焼きついています。
シュノーケリングでウミガメを見るのを楽しみにしていたのですが、遭遇できなかったのは残念でした。でも、カラフルな魚たちが泳ぐ海の中の世界はきれいでした！

This summer, I participated with four friends. I was really looking forward to it because of the term "hidden coastal area," and I was able to see truly wonderful landscapes created by nature. Along the way, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and during snorkeling, we saw various types of fish and even got to touch some marine animals. It turned out to be a very satisfying day, and I thoroughly enjoyed the charm of Kauai Island.

この夏に友達4人で参加してきました。秘境海岸という言葉にひかれ参加前からかなり期待していたのですが、ほんとに自然が作り出す素晴らしい景観を見ることができました。また、途中イルカの群れに遭遇したり、シュノーケリングではいろんな種類の魚を見れ動物にも触れられました。大満足の1日になり、カウアイ島の魅力もたっぷり堪能できました。