All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

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。

When it comes to Kauai, the Na Pali Coast is a must-see! I joined this tour to experience the beauty of nature. On the day of the tour, the weather was great, the sky was a brilliant blue, and the ocean was incredibly clear. The natural formations of Na Pali, shaped over hundreds of years, were more beautiful than I had imagined, and the grandeur took my breath away.

The snorkeling was fantastic, with excellent water clarity, vibrant fish, and I was lucky enough to see a sea turtle as well. While I thoroughly enjoyed the stunning views during the cruise, I think it's a good idea for those who are prone to seasickness to take motion sickness medication in advance, as the time spent on the boat can be quite long.

カウアイ島といえばやっぱりナパリコースト！大自然の造形美が見たくてこのツアーに参加しました。
当日は天気も良く空は真っ青で、海はとってもきれいでした。ナパリの何百年もかけて造られた大自然は想像以上の美しさで、はっと息を呑むような壮大さでした。
シュノーケリングは、海の透明度バツグンで色鮮やかな魚たちや、運よく海ガメも見ることができとても楽しめました。
今回のクルージングでは素晴らしい景色を堪能できましたが、ただ船に乗る時間が長いので、船酔いをする人は酔い止め薬を予め飲んでたほうが良いと思います。

It was fun! The sea was surprisingly blue and beautiful.

The BBQ was delicious.

However, after walking on the sand, I went snorkeling right away, so I spent a long time in the water and got quite cold.

I was moved to see many honu swimming.

楽しかった！　びっくりするほど海が青くてきれいでした。

BBQもおいしかったです。

ただ、サンドウォークして、すぐにシュノーケルをしたので、海の中にいる時間が長く、体がかなり冷えました。

ホヌが泳いでいる姿をたくさん見ることができ、感動しました。

My girlfriend and I used Aqua Adventure on the 14th of August and it was great. The crew was easy to get along with and they were very helpful with the snuba part of the adventure. I would recommend them to anybody who wants more of a one on one experience they had a small group so it was a lot easier moving around on the boat. The only thing is they need to seperate the twosomes more on the tie line during the snuba dive so they don't run it to each other or get tangled. I was worried about the underwater breathing but it was very easy to do. Hope you give them a shot they are well worth it.

But hated wearing the "bright yellow floaties". At first, when these were pulled out, I was saying..."oh crap, you've got to be kidding!" But then when we hit the water, I realized it's not such big deal to look like a dork, we all do. The water was amazing until I got hit in the nose by a fellow dork. My snorkling was done at that point. I was greeted by the friendly on board crew and a warm shower. The entire trip was completely worth it. The two above neg's were not a big deal. The crew, the sites, the water, the food, drinks and friendly banter of fellow passengers was great. I highly recommend this cruise. Thank you.

On August 12, 2009 (Wednesday), our family of three (two adults and one child, age 8) participated. We were worried that the tour might be canceled due to the hurricane forecast for August 11, but it was confirmed to go ahead. Our family is a heavy dolphin fan, having participated in "Private Dolphin Middle School" during the same period in the summer of 2008 and again at the end of 2008, where we encountered dolphins and swam with them both times. This time, we decided to advance to the prestigious Dolphin University, which has upgraded its offerings. Swimming with wild dolphins is extremely rare worldwide and can be considered a high-potential tour. Generally, dolphin watching tours are more common, but Dolphin Middle School and this university allow you to swim with dolphins, making it a worthwhile activity to pay for in Hawaii. Conversely, it’s an experience you can’t have unless you participate in the tour.

Our pick-up was by Yuriko, the class representative from Private Dolphin Middle School, in a yellow van. However, the weather was rainy. It was raining enough in Waikiki that we occasionally needed umbrellas. There were several other groups participating, but the rainy drive dampened the mood. In such circumstances, Yuriko kept our spirits high and encouraged us. We enjoyed freshly made Leonard's malasadas on our way to Waianae Harbor.

Waianae Harbor is located in the West Oahu region, which is a dry area. Because of this, the weather was different from Waikiki, and we were lucky to have cloudy weather with occasional sunshine that day.

Additionally, we were fortunate to encounter a large pod of dolphins just five minutes after departure! We were satisfied to see the dolphins up close, and it was great to hear their sounds. After swimming with the dolphins, we headed to the underwater palace with tropical fish! There, we could swim with turtles and tropical fish, and if we got bored, we could play with kayaks or paddle surfing.

It was a greedy tour with swimming with dolphins, snorkeling with tropical fish and turtles, paddle surfing, and hula dancing.

Lastly, I would like to note the differences between the university and middle school for your reference.
■ Differences ■
? Boat
→ Middle school uses a boat, while the university uses a catamaran.
? Number of times swimming with dolphins
→ Middle school has three times, while the university has one time.
? Meals
→ Middle school provides snacks on the return bus.

２００９年８月１２日（水）に３人家族（大人２名、子供１名(8才)）で参加しました。８月１１日にハリケーンが来るということで天気も曇りがち、明日は中止かな・・・と思っていたら催行が決定しました。私たち家族は、08年夏の同じ時期に「私立イルカ中学」に参加し、08年の年末にも「私立イルカ中学」に参加したヘビーなイルカファンで、これまで２回ともイルカと遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができたので、今回はバージョンアップした名門イルカ大学へ進学を決めました。野生のイルカと泳げるツアーというのは、世界でも極めて稀で、ポテンシャルの高いツアーと言えると思います。一般的にはイルカウォッチングツアーなるものが主ですが、イルカ中学、この大学はイルカと一緒に泳ぐことができ、ハワイのアクティビティーの中でもお金を出して参加する価値があるものだと思います。逆に言えばツアーに参加しないと経験できないアクティビティーです。

　お迎えは私立イルカ中学の学級委員長のゆりこさんです。黄色いバンでお出迎え。しかしながら天気は雨。ワイキキは時折傘が必要なぐらいの雨が降っていました。私たち以外にも数組のグループが参加していましたが、雨のドライブでテンションは下げ下げ。そのような中、ゆりこさんがテンション上げ上げで励ましてくれます。出来立てホヤホヤのレナーズマラサダを食べながらワイアエナ港へ迎います。

　ワイアエナ港は西オアフ地域にあり、乾燥地帯。そのかいあり、ワイキキとは天気が異なり、当日は曇り時々晴れという天気でラッキーでした。

　またラッキーなことに出航して５分でイルカの大群に遭遇！　今までの経験より近くでイルカを見ることができ満足！イルカの声も聞けて本当によかったです。イルカと泳いだ後は、熱帯魚のいる竜宮城へＧＯ！　そこでは亀や熱帯魚と泳ぐことができ、飽きたことにはカヤックやパドルサーフィンで遊ぶことができます。

　イルカと泳いだり、熱帯魚、カメさんのいる場所でシュノーケルしたり、パドルサーフィンをしたりフラダンスをしたりと欲張りなツアーです。

　最後に大学と中学の違いですが、みなさんの参考になればと思い記述しておきます。
　■違う所■
？ボート
→中学はボート、大学はカタマラン。
？イルカと泳ぐ回数
→中学は３回。大学は１回。
？食事
→中学は帰りのバスでスナック。

We had a wonderful time with this group! The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The snuba instructor was very patient and competent. We had fun with the videographer on board who made a disc for us by the end of the trip. Fantastic! Highly recommended!!

At first, about half of the people were seasick, in a chain reaction.

But somehow, we managed to get into the water and met a lot of dolphins.

I wondered if we would really encounter them in such a vast ocean, but around 30 dolphins were swimming slowly.

If possible, I would love to reunite on a calm day at sea again.

はじめは、半分くらいの人が船酔いで、連鎖状態。

でも何とか水中に入って、たくさんのイルカ君たちに逢えました。

こんな広い海で、本当に逢えるのかな？？
って思いましたが、30頭くらいが、ゆっくり泳いでいました。

出来れば、また海の穏やかな日に、再会したいです。

We barely left the hotel on time, but we quickly found free parking near Kailua Pier, and it was easy to park. I came wearing my swimsuit from the hotel, and there was a simple changing room next to the restroom at Kailua Pier. Some participants even changed in the restroom of the Body Glove boat.

After docking, there was a briefing on safety precautions. We confirmed the areas where we could play and the signals for OK/Help/Go Back while on the water, and then we finally headed to the sea. At first, the seawater felt cold, but gradually the water temperature rose, and the underwater scenery while snorkeling was very beautiful. The slide and jumping platform were also fun.

It’s not allowed to use the slide while wearing snorkeling gear, so I played with the goggles I brought. The oldest child, who is in elementary school, played vigorously, but the two younger kids (5 and 3 years old) initially jumped into the sea with enthusiasm. However, they soon said their legs and arms hurt, possibly because the seawater was cold or too salty, and they quickly got back on the boat to play in various ways. Although we didn’t see any dolphins, we were excited to see a turtle.

The light snack right after departure (pastries and fruit) was okay, but the sandwiches for lunch were very delicious. I will definitely do this again next time! It was a fantastic tour.

ホテルを出たのがギリギリになってしまったのですが、カイルア桟橋付近の無料駐車場がすぐに見つかり、簡単に停められました。
ホテルから水着を着てきましたが、カイルア桟橋にあるトイレの横に、簡易の更衣室がありました。
参加者の中には、ボディーグローブ号のトイレの中で着替えをしている人もいました。
停泊した後、注意事項の説明がありました。遊んでよい範囲や海上でのOK/Help/GoBackの合図を確認し、いよいよ海へ。
最初こそ、海水が冷たく感じましたが、だんだん水温も上昇してきて、シュノーケルで見る海の中もとても綺麗ですし、滑り台やジャンプ台も楽しかったです。
シュノーケルの道具をしたまま、滑り台をやるのはダメなので、持参したゴーグルをつけて遊びました。
一番上の小学生の子供は、ガンガン遊びましたが、下の２人の子供たち（５才と３才）は、最初こそ勢いよく海に飛び込んだのですが、海水が冷たいのか、濃度が高いのか、足や腕がイタイと言って、すぐに上がってしまい、船の上で様々に遊んでいました。イルカは見れませんでしたが、亀が見れたのには、はしゃいでいました。
朝の出発直後の軽食（菓子パンとフルーツ）はまあまあ。ですが、お昼のサンドイッチは、とてもおいしかったです。
次回行ったときも、必ず絶対やります！とってもよいツアーでした。

I was a bit anxious because I have a 5-year-old daughter, but after seeing that younger children were participating on this site, I decided to join in.

Once on board, we sang Hawaiian songs with the local crew and were already having a great time. We were welcomed by a double rainbow and got to see many dolphins in the ocean. I didn't notice, but my son and husband were thrilled to hear the dolphins' chirping sounds, which was a different experience from the aquarium. My daughter couldn't snorkel very well, but they provided special equipment so she could peek at the dolphins underwater.

Along the way, the captain personally grilled cheeseburgers on the boat, which helped soothe our tired bodies. They also showed consideration for my husband, who had lost his appetite due to seasickness, by preparing some food for him to take home as a souvenir.

After moving to a different location, we also had a lot of fun with sea kayaking and feeding tropical fish.

During the activities, a professional photographer accompanied us, and we were able to purchase beautiful family photos with the stunning Hawaiian nature as the backdrop, which became the best souvenir.

Experiencing nature is truly the best!!

I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii.

Thank you, powerful Yuriko! Please send my regards to all the crew.

5歳の娘がいたので、不安でしたが、このサイトを見てもっと小さい子も参加していたので、思い切って参加してみました。

乗船してからハワイの歌を現地のクルーと歌ったり、もうすっかり楽しんでいました。
ダブルレインボーに迎えられ、海の中で沢山のイルカと会えました。私は気づかなかったけれど、息子と主人はイルカのチッチッチという声も聞こえたよ~と水族館とは一味違う野生のイルカに感動したようです。娘はシュノーケルはうまく出来なかったのですが、特別な道具を用意してくれて海の中のイルカを覗くことができました。

途中で船長自ら船上で焼いてくれたチーズバーガーで冷えて疲れた体を癒してくれました。船酔いで食欲のなかった主人にはお土産として持って帰れるように心遣いもして下さいました。

場所を移動してからの、シーカヤックや熱帯魚への餌付けもとても楽しかったようです。

活動中、ずっとプロのカメラマンが同行しており、ハワイの大自然をバックにとてもナチュラルな笑顔の家族の写真も購入することが出来て、最高のお土産になりました。

やはり自然体験が一番です~！！

またハワイに行った時には是非参加したいと思います。

パワフルなユリコさん！最高の夏休みをありがとうございます。クルー皆さんに宜しくお伝えください。

My wife was having difficulty adjusting to breathing with the regulator and was on the verge of a full blown panic attack. I had actually thought she was heading back to the boat but the next thing I knew, she was swimming right beside me. The diver/guide had removed her weight belt to let her get used to breathing underwater and then put it back on. She absolutely did not give up on my wife and had her underwater in no time. It would have been real easy to just let her go back to the boat, but she just wouldn't take no for an answer and we are glad she didn't. The dive was the one of the highlights of our trip!!! Many thanks to the staff!!!

This was my second time participating, and my family was just as satisfied as ever with the beautiful sea and stunning fish. The snorkeling itself was great, but I was also pleased with the delicious bread and hamburgers we could enjoy for both breakfast and lunch. I should have come with a bigger appetite in the morning. The snorkeling was completely fine for beginners, and they provided prescription goggles for those with poor eyesight, so even someone like me with strong nearsightedness could easily enjoy observing underwater.

今回２回目の参加でしたが相変わらず美しい海と美しい魚に家族も大満足でした。シュノーケル自体もよかったですが朝食、昼食ともにおいしいパンやハンバーグをたらふく食べられてこの点も満足でした。朝からもっと空腹で参加すべきでした。シュノーケルは初心者でも全く問題なく、また近視などに対してもレンズ付きの水中めがねが用意されており私のような強い近視でも問題なく水中観察ができました。

Last week on July 21, my daughter (Emi) and I participated in this activity. We were the only Japanese people there, but right from the start, we were encouraged by the captain's cheerful demeanor, making it an activity that anyone can enjoy without feeling shy about their English skills.

I must say upfront that I can confidently declare this is probably the most satisfying activity you can experience in coastal events. We slowly set sail from the Kailua Yacht Harbor, but soon we would experience the meaning behind the skull and crossbones on the boat... yes, that pirate symbol! Perhaps it’s due to the captain's personality! Haha.

This is an exhilarating experience as we fly over the waves! Plus, snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters and enjoying light snacks is a happiness package that you wouldn't expect at this price. (Actually, it seems the event has been upgraded to include snacks starting at 10 AM, instead of the usual two-part morning and afternoon sessions.)

Fortunately or unfortunately, there was a tiger shark sighting! As we headed a bit farther out, we encountered dolphins and several whales. I think it was lucky to be surrounded by whales during the tour.

During snorkeling, I was so overwhelmed by the beauty that I ended up diving too much, and I apologize for losing track of time! Nevertheless, I sincerely thank Captain Zodiac for their outstanding service to the customers. Thank you very much!

先週7/21に娘（エミ）と私の二人で参加しました。
日本人は私達だけでしたが、のっけから船長の愉快な音頭に促され、英語など問題にならずにどなたでも気後れすることなく楽しめるアクティビティだと思います。
最初に申し上げておきますが、おそらく近海のイベントでは最強の満足感を得られるアクティビティだと断言いたします。
先ずはカイルアのヨットハーバーをゆっくりと出航していきます。が、やがてボート書いてあるドクロ…そう、あの海賊マークが意味する理由をこれでもかというほど味わうことになるのです。もしかしてキャプテンの性格によるかも！アハ。
なんつったって波間をぶっ飛ぶ爽快な体感イベント！それに透明度抜群な海域での十分なスノーケル、プラス軽食といった内容は、このプライスでは考えられない幸せパッケージです。（実は、本来なら午前と午後の二部制なのですが、10時から軽食つきのイベントにバージョンアップされたようです）
このたびは幸か不幸か、タイガーシャークが出た！とのことで、少し遠方に向ったためにイルカや数頭の鯨に遭遇できたのです。特に鯨に囲まれての遊覧はラッキーだったと思います。
スノーケルでは、あまりの美しさに圧倒されて潜りすぎ、時間もすぎてしまいゴメンなさい！
それにしてもお客さんへのサービス精神に溢れたキャプテンゾディアック…心から御礼申し上げます。どうもありがとう！

This was definitely a highlight of our trip to Maui. We had a group of five for this trip, ranging in age from 8 to 73 and everyone had a blast. It was something completely new and unique for us and the memories of my son's face and he was swimming with the turtles and fish will always be with me. It was priceless and I would highly recommend it. The staff were great and gave me complete confidence that they would take care of my son as they encouraged him with the Snuba-ing. They were very patient and explained everything with a sense of humour and made the day completely memorable for us all. Thank you!