All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

On that day, the first boat was fully booked, so I joined the second boat. The second boat left the hotel around 9:30, and due to some traffic, we arrived back at the hotel around 4 PM. It was nice to have a relaxed morning, but being out at sea during the hot midday hours made the sun quite harsh... I wonder if it's easier to see dolphins in the early morning.

We spotted dolphins as soon as we got out to sea, but since other tour participants were diving, the dolphins disappeared while we waited for them to finish. So, we continued searching for dolphins, cruising along the coast and going quite far until we finally found them. The search felt long, but the boat was speeding along so fast that it was exhilarating, almost like a roller coaster. Plus, the view of the majestic mountains along the land was quite enchanting (it’s said to be a sacred place), making the cruising enjoyable in itself.

Finally, we found the dolphins and jumped into the sea! However, I had hardly ever snorkeled before, so even though I got in the water, I was confused about what to do. I struggled to move towards the dolphins. I felt like I was half drowning... I got back on the boat and tried again. This time, I was a bit more accustomed to snorkeling and was able to swim calmly.

Dolphins swam right beneath me! I was so excited that I almost felt like I was drowning again, but it was truly moving. To see wild dolphins right in front of me! I felt grateful to the dolphins that showed up. I grew attached to them and wanted to come back to see them again.

Next time, I want to practice snorkeling more before joining again.

その日は第1便はいっぱいとのことで、第2便で参加してきました。
第2便だと9：30くらいにホテル発で、ちょっと渋滞もあったので16時くらいにホテル着でした。
朝は楽でいいけど、海に出てるのはちょうど昼の暑い時間帯で日差しが厳しい・・・
それに、やっぱり早朝のほうがイルカには会いやすいのかな。

海に出てすぐにイルカは見つかりましたが、他のツアーの人たちがもぐっていたので、終わるまでまっている間にイルカはどこかへいってしまいました。
なので、それからイルカを探してひたすら船を走らせました。陸に沿って北上し、けっこう遠くまで行き、やっとイルカを見つけました。
イルカを探して走っている間はけっこう長かったですが、ほんとに高速でびゅんびゅん飛ばすので気持ちよく、ジェットコースターのようなスリルもあり、また、陸には荘厳な山々が連なる幻想的ともいえる景色（聖地といわれている場所とのこと）が広がり、そのクルージングだけでもけっこう楽しめました。

そしてやっとイルカを見つけて海へ！
ですが、実のところシュノーケルはほとんどやったことなかったので、海に入ったもののどうすればよいかわからなくて、戸惑いました。イルカがあそこに、と思ってもなかなか進まず。というか半分おぼれてたような・・・
一旦船に上がって、二度目のトライ。
今度は多少シュノーケルにも慣れて、落ち着いて泳げました。
自分の下をイルカが通っていく！
興奮のあまりまたおぼれそうになりましたけど、これは感動ものです。
野生のイルカが目の前にいるなんて！
現れてくれたイルカたちにありがとうって感じです。
愛着がわいてしまって、もう一度このイルカたちに会いに来たくなります。

今度はもっとシュノーケルの練習をしてから、ぜひまた参加したいと思います。

We took a bus from the hotel and arrived at the port after about an hour. The guide was entertaining, and we set off on the boat!

While I was enjoying the scenery, I wondered if we would really see them, and then, suddenly, a pod of dolphins appeared! Baby dolphins were jumping, and they were so cute. When we dove in, there were dolphins everywhere! I could hear them squeaking, and it was incredibly exciting! I think I dove with them three or four times. The dolphins swam so fast that they quickly got away, but it was a truly precious experience.

I also got to see sea turtles up close, and I saw a lot of fish too. It became a very enjoyable memory.

I definitely want to participate again!

ホテルからバスに乗り、1時間くらい走って港に到着。
ガイドさんも面白く、ボートに乗っていざ出発！！

本当に会えるのかな、と思いながら景色を楽しんでいると、
早速イルカの群れが！！
赤ちゃんイルカもジャンプしてとってもカワイイ。
潜ると、イルカの群れが！！
キューキュー聞こえるし大感激！
3度か4度は一緒に潜ったかな。
イルカはさすがに泳ぐの早くて、すぐに行ってしまったけど
とても貴重な体験でした。

ウミガメもすぐ近くで見れたし、お魚もたくさん見れたし
とても楽しい思い出になりました。

また是非参加したいです。

This was my first trip to Hawaii and also my honeymoon. The weather was sunny, the staff was friendly, and I was extremely satisfied with the wonderful heavenly ocean. I would love to participate again on my next trip to Hawaii! ♪

初ハワイであり新婚旅行でもある今回の旅行で利用しました。晴れていたし、スタッフも親切で何より素晴らしい天国の海に大満足です。次回のハワイでも参加したいです♪

You can really swim with dolphins. It was an emotional experience that you can't have in Japan.

本当にイルカと一緒に泳げる。
日本では体験できない感動があった。

We set off with sleepy eyes for an early morning gathering. Even though I thought I would be swimming with dolphins and turtles, I was still so sleepy... After about an hour on the bus, we arrived at the beach.

From there, we boarded a boat and reached the spot where the dolphins were. We quickly jumped into the sea to swim with the dolphins. The water wasn't too deep, and I could see the bottom. There were more dolphins than I had imagined, and it was truly moving! I struggled to use the unfamiliar fins, trying to keep up with the dolphins. It was challenging to stay with them, but dolphins kept appearing one after another, which was exhilarating.

I really felt like I was able to observe the natural behavior of wild dolphins as they surfaced and dove. It was a truly moving experience.

After swimming with the dolphins, we boarded the boat again and headed to a spot with fish. There were countless fish swimming around, surrounded by beautifully colored fish, and I desperately took photos with an underwater camera. I can't wait to see how they turned out.

I definitely want to participate again next year in Hawaii.

早朝の集合のため、眠たい目をこすりながらの出発。
イルカとカメと泳げると思っても眠たい眠たい。。。
バスに1時間ほど揺られて、ビーチに到着。

そこからボートに乗ってイルカのいるスポットに到着。早速海へ入ってイルカと一緒に泳ぐ。
海はそこまで深くなく、底が見えました。イルカも想像以上にたくさん群れていて、感動しました♪♪
慣れていないフィンを一生懸命使って、イルカに遅れないように泳ぎました。
一緒に付いていくのは難しいですが、次から次へとイルカの群れが現れるので、感動しっぱしでした。

水面へ浮上したり、もぐったりとほんとに野生のイルカの生態をのぞくことができたと思います。
本当に感動体験が出来ました。

一通りイルカと泳いだ後は再びボートに乗り込み、魚たちのいるスポットへ。
魚も数え切れないぐらい群れていて、きれいな色とりどりの魚に囲まれ、水中カメラで必死に写真を撮りました。出来上がりが楽しみです。

来年のハワイも是非参加したいです。

I was looking for a snorkeling cruise with transportation and signed up for this tour (the transportation was provided by Jacks Hawaii). The afternoon cruise I participated in had few participants, so we were able to relax on the boat, and the crew was very kind in taking care of the mothers who were scared while swimming. The crew spotted dolphins on our way back to the bay and stopped the boat for us, but we couldn't see them very well. However, the sea was beautiful, and we were able to see colorful fish, which made everyone happy. The boat's facilities were also clean and comfortable to use, which was great!

送迎付のシュノーケルクルーズを探していてこちらのツアーに申し込みました(送迎はジャックスハワイの車でした)。
参加したアフタヌーンクルーズは参加者が少なかったので船上ではゆったり過ごせましたし、泳ぐ時にはクルーの人がとても親切に怖がる母親達の面倒を見てくれて助かりました。
イルカは湾に帰る際クルーの人が見つけて船を止めてくれましたが私達には良く見えませんでした。でも海も綺麗で色とりどりの魚を見れたので全員が喜んでいました。
船の設備も綺麗で気持ちよく使えて良かったです♪

Trilogy has been in the boat excursion business longer than anyone here; and we can see why they are still at it. We came here to Maui in October 2008 and before in August 2004.

Their staff is well trained; they know what they are doing and where to go; and they are very helpful towards beginners and advanced folks alike.

This was my first time snorkeling and the staff really helped train me well so that I became confident very quickly. I was once a good swimmer but a major health crises kept me out of the water for quite a while and I was rusty. Ryan was helpful in reminding me of how to get back into swimming and then snorkelling became very easy.

The skipper had a great sense of humor and we will definitely use Trilogy again when we come back to Maui, using them for several different excursions.

When you are in Maui; check them out!

Had a wonderful time! Weather couldn't have been better. My 4 mth old daughter did great all the way to my 76yr old grandpa. Defenatley would do it again, although i wish we would have done the morning trip versus the afternoon to have more time to snorkel.

In just a few hours after arriving in Hawaii, you can meet dolphins and swim closely with turtles that should be basking on Turtle Beach, which can be nearly a meter long.

Even if it's your first time in the ocean, with support, you can snorkel and meet dolphins and turtles.

We were excited by the dorsal fins of the dolphins, holding a camera ready to dive, waiting for the captain's go signal.

Captivated by the dolphins and inspired, as a woman alone, I reflect on my sister Yuriko, who is currently raising five children and has established a private middle school. Feeling her heart while watching the dolphins and sensing the next marine school might be a good experience.

On the new boat, when you get hungry, light snacks, donuts, and chilled water bottles are provided for each person, all packed in a Toki bag that you can take home. There are showers at the docking point, allowing you to return to your hotel without feeling salty. Restrooms are available at departure and disembarkation, and you can change clothes, but since it's a local time spot, I recommend bringing your own paper and towels.

The tour is in the morning, and with the happy vibes learned at sea, you can also participate in other afternoon tours (it seems good to mention this to Yuriko when you join).

I wish everyone a wonderful local time. Please don't make the same mistake I did by relying on ABC Store and running to buy an underwater camera at a store that doesn't open in the morning; prepare the night before.

Thank you, Yuriko, Captain Boss, and Domingo, for a wonderful local time. Thank you, Alan1. Until next time...

P.S.: If the reference site jump doesn't work with copy and paste, it seems that removing the "%20" that sticks can help you jump successfully.

ハワイ入り、ほんの数時間で、イルカに会え、
亀浜で甲羅干ししてロープ内にいたはずの１ｍ近い亀と、身近に泳ぐことができます。

はじめての海でも、サポートにより、シュノーケル初で、イルカ＆カメに会うことができます。

私達は、イルカの泳ぐ背びれに興奮しながら、ダイブ直に撮れるカメラを持ち、船長のGoタイミングを待ちます。　

イルカに魅せられ、勇気をいただき、女でひとり。
5人の子育て真最中、Yuriko姉さんが、私立中学を作りました。
そんな、彼女のハートを感じながら、イルカを見、次の臨海学校を感じるのも、よいかもしれません。

　ニューボートで、お腹がすいた時には、軽いスナック＆ドーナッツ&冷えた水ボトルが、ひとりひとり与えられ、海でも使えるトキーバック入りで、持ち帰りできます。
　降船時、シャワーが着岸点にあり、塩負けすることなく、ホテルにもどる事ができます。トイレは発着時・降船時にあり、着替える事ができますが、ロコタイムの場所なので、ペーパー＆タオルは持参した方が良いと思います。

　ツアーはＡＭ、海で教わったハッピー気分で、他のＰＭツアーにも参加可能です。（参加時、Yuriko姉さんにお話しておくと、よいようです）

　　では皆様、素敵なロコタイムをお過ごし下さいますよう、お祈りしています。
　決して私くしのように、ＡＢＣストアをあてにして、朝開かないストアに水中カメラを買いに走らないよう、前日の夜には、ご準備ください。

　Yuriko姉さん、船長ボス、ドミンゴさん、素敵なロコタイムありがとうございました。
　Alan1ちゃん、ありがとうございます。ではでは、また・・・。

　ＰＳ：＜参考サイトジャンプがコピー＆ペーストで行かないとき、/%20が、なぜかはりついちゃうようなので、消せば、ジャンプできるようです＞

This was the first time we had tried snuba and had a fabulous time. It was a great intro to scuba and as a result, we will definitely be looking into getting our certification for future trips.

It was my first time snorkeling, and I had a wonderful experience. The ocean was very beautiful, and I could see fish up close. The hamburger for lunch had a deliciousness that can only be enjoyed outdoors, and I ended up eating a lot because I was greedy. I also got to see dolphins, even if just for a moment, and it was a very satisfying tour. I think it would be even better if there were plans that included transportation.

初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、とてもすばらしい体験をさせてもらうことができました。
海もとてもきれいで、魚もすぐ近くに見れました。
ランチのハンバンガーも外ならではのおいしさもあり、欲張ってたくさん食べてしまいました。
イルカもチラッとでしたが見ることができ、大満足のツアーでした。
送迎付きのプランができてくれるとよりいいなぁと思います。

I enjoyed the trip to Molikini Crater so very much. The crew were all delightful, but the Captain was

This was my first time in Hawaii.

I chose this place because there was a high probability of seeing dolphins, and it was definitely the right choice☆

I was able to swim with the dolphins perfectly.

I thought I had to go out to sea to see them, but as soon as the boat left, several dolphins welcomed us.

They even came close to the boat, showing off their jumps, and I was excited from the very beginning.

To swim with them, we searched for another spot...
I was starting to think we might not find them today, but thanks to the staff who were searching hard, we discovered another pod of dolphins.

We went to the front of the pod by boat and dove in.

There were the dolphins.
And there were even baby dolphins with them♪

They were so cute.

Dolphins swim fast, so they can get far away, but the boat brings you back close again, allowing you to swim with them multiple times.
Thanks to that, I was able to swim right next to them.
I never thought I would be able to swim so close, so I was really moved.

The staff's service was excellent, and if I ever go to Hawaii again, this is a tour I would love to join again.

今回は初ハワイ

かなり高い確率でイルカに会えるということで、ここを選んだんですが大正解☆

ばっちりイルカと泳ぐことが出来ました。

イルカは沖のほうに行かないといないと思っていたのに、船を出ると、すぐに数頭がお出迎えしてくれました。

しかも船の近くまで寄ってきてくれます。ジャンプを見せてくれたり、最初からテンション上がっちゃいました。

一緒に泳ぐために、別のスポットを探しに・・・
なかなか見つけられなくて、今日はもう無理なのかなぁ~って思っていると、スタッフが一生懸命探してくれたおかげでまたイルカの群れ発見。

群れの先頭まで船で行き、ダイブ

いましたイルカ達が。
しかも、子供イルカも一緒に♪

すっごくかわいかったです。

イルカは泳ぎが速いので、遠くに行ってしまいますが、船でまた近くまで運んでくれるので何回もイルカと泳ぐことが出来ます。
おかげで、真横を一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました。
あんなに近くで泳げるとは思わなかったので、凄く感激しました。

スタッフの対応もとてもよく、ハワイに行くことがあったら、また参加したいツアーです。

I can't swim, but the professional staffs make me feel very safe and I had an unique and wonderful experience underwater. I got to touch an Octopus!!!! Priceless!!!

It was both of our first time in Hawaii for our honeymoon. I had previously participated in a dolphin tour in Guam, but I didn't get to see any dolphins then, so I signed up for this tour as a sort of revenge.

On the day of the tour, the weather was clear, and I thought, "Today, I will finally see dolphins!" However, when we got out to sea, there was absolutely no sign of dolphins! I started to feel down, thinking that maybe I just wasn't meant to see dolphins. But the staff worked hard to find them, and they finally spotted some! I was truly moved when I saw a dolphin jump.

However, we were swimming quite far out, and they told us that snorkeling here could be dangerous, prioritizing safety. Just as I was feeling down about that, the dolphins swam closer to the shallow area, and the staff said, "Alright, everyone, get ready to dive!" At that moment, we all jumped into the water at the staff's signal, and we were able to see the adorable dolphins underwater.

I was really touched. On the way back in the car, both of us fell into a deep sleep, and we ended up leaving something behind in the car. When I inquired about it, they found our lost item and said they couldn't bring it right away, but they would take it to the front desk that night for us to pick up. When we went to the front desk that evening, it was there waiting for us. I truly apologize for the inconvenience. I am very grateful for everyone's warm response.

新婚旅行で２人共初ハワイでした。以前私はグアムでイルカツアーに参加したことがあるのですが、そのときはイルカに会えなかったので、リベンジと思い、申し込みました。
当日は晴天で今日こそイルカに会える~~と思っていましたが、いざ海に出てみると・・・イルカの気配が全くない！！私はイルカと縁がないのかな~とへこんでいると、必死にスタッフの方が探して下さり、なんとかイルカを発見！イルカのジャンプを見たときは本当に感動しました。
でも、けっこう沖を泳いでいたので、ここでシュノーケリングは危険、安全第一ね、と言われへこんでいると、イルカが浅瀬に近寄っていき、、、よしみんな潜る準備だ！と。それからはスタッフの合図と同時に続々海にはいり、なんとかわいいイルカを海の中で見ることができました。
ほんとうに感動しました。
帰りの車の中では２人も爆睡し、、、なんと車の中に忘れ物をしてしまいました。問い合わせてみると忘れ物を見つけてくれ、今すぐは無理だけど、夜持って行ってフロントに預けておくから受け取ってください、とのことでした。夜フロントに行ってみるとちゃんと届いていましたよ。本当にご迷惑をかけてすみませんでした。皆さんの暖かい対応にとても感謝しています。

It was amazing to see a large pod of dolphins multiple times! Last year, when I participated in a different tour, the pickup was around 5 AM, but this tour had a 7 AM pickup, so I was able to enjoy a relatively relaxed morning. I definitely want to join this tour again the next time I go to Hawaii.

イルカの大群に何度もあえてすごくよかったです！
去年別のツアーに参加したときは朝5時頃のお迎えでしたが
こちらのツアーは7時お迎えなのでまだ比較的朝はゆっくり過ごせてよかったです。
次にハワイに行った際もぜひ参加したいです。

The experience with the mantas was the highlight of our honeymoon. They are beautiful, amazing creatures and spending time with them was fantastic. The scuba diver who attracts the mantas also filmed it and it was the one DVD/picture set that we bought of all of our tours. We really loved the animals, but hte experience was so-so. Do NOT go on this tour if you are not comfortable snorkeling, as they really do not hold your hand--you go in the water in the dark and there isn't really a lifeguard or somebody making sure that you are with the pack. Its fine if you are comfortable, just be warned. The only other downside was the other people on the boat with us who, instead of passively watching the creatures and taking their turn with them, swam over on top of us every time the manta were near us. We got kicked in the head by stranger's fins and we have it all on tape! I might recommend trying to get somebody to take you on a personal charter for this beautiful experience, it would probab

I participated for the first time, and it was even more beautiful and wonderful than I had expected. It seems that this tour is the only way to visit the real sandbar, and I'm glad I chose it. The staff's service was excellent, and I returned very satisfied.

初めて参加させて頂きましたが，思っていた以上に綺麗で
素晴らしい所でした。本物のサンドバーへ行けるのはこのツアーだけらしく，選んでよかったと思いました。スタッフの対応も最高で大変満足して帰ってきました。

I participated in my first dolphin-related activity, and the staff's response was very good, so it became a wonderful memory! I would like to join again next time I go to Hawaii.

初のイルカ系アクティビティに参加しましたが、スタッフの対応がとても良かったので、良い思いでになりました！
次回もハワイに行ったら参加したいです。

It was very good. The staff's response, the beauty of the sea, and I was glad to participate.

非常によかったですね。スタッフの対応、海のきれいさ、参加してよかったです。

This year marks our third consecutive trip to Hawaii in September. During our last visit, we participated in a tour to swim with dolphins, and this time we were eager to swim with wild dolphins again, so we joined the "Dolphin School."

Last time, we went on a tour called "Ryugu..." but this time it's "Dolphin School." The main difference is the type of boat. It's a significant difference, like comparing a cruiser to a boat. If you're looking for a leisurely resort vibe, "Ryugu..." might be the choice. But if you want to go fast and have an exciting experience, then "Dolphin School" is the way to go! Not only do you get to meet dolphins, but you can also enjoy riding on a speedboat, which allows for quick maneuvers and speed. You can swim with the dolphins multiple times, something that's not possible on a cruiser.

Dolphins are really fast! So, I realized that moving by boat makes a lot of sense. We swim hard together, but of course, we get left behind (T^T). So, we often circle back in front of the dolphin pod, wait for them, and swim together when they come! If we get left behind, we hop back on the boat and get taken back to the front of the dolphin pod again. Then we swim together again! It sounds busy, but it’s not as hectic as it seems. It’s fun, and we end up putting in quite a bit of effort.

In the latter part of the trip, we relaxed while snorkeling at a spot with tropical fish.

Here, we could swim alongside sea turtles that were gliding leisurely, and it was effortless to enjoy their company. They were quite large and adorable. Plus, the water was so clear that we could see divers diving right below us. It was such an interesting sight that I took some photos.

I highly recommend that everyone join and gain this experience! It's a must-try! (^^)

今年で３回連続の９月を使ってのハワイ旅行。
前回ハワイを訪れた際も、イルカと泳ぐツアーに参加した私たちでしたが、今回もぜひ野生のイルカと一緒に泳ぎたい！！と、このい「いるか中学」に参加しました。

前回は、「龍宮･･･」って言うツアーに参加したんですが、今回は「いるか中学」。
何が違うかというと、ボートが違います。
ここは大きな違いで、クルーザーかボートか、みたいな。
ゆっくりリゾート気分なら「龍宮･･･」かな。
いきおい良くバンバン行きたいなら「いるか中学」！
イルカに会うだけじゃなく、スピードボートの乗船でも楽しめるし、小回りやスピード、停船の早さ、クルーザーでは不可能な行動力でイルカに何度も一緒に泳げます。

イルカって動きが早い！！
だから、ボートで動くって利にかなってるなと実感しました。
とにかく一緒に頑張って泳ぐんだけど、もちろん置いて行かれます(T^T)
だから、何度もイルカの群れの前に回りこみ、そこで待ち伏せし、イルカが来たら一緒に泳ぐ！！
置いて行かれたら、ボートに再度乗り込み、またもやイルカの群れの前に連れて行ってもらいます。
で、また一緒に泳ぐ！
みたいな。
忙しく聞こえますが、実際そこまで忙しくはありません。
楽しくって結構頑張っちゃいます。

後半は熱帯魚のいるポイントでゆったりシュノーケル。

ここには、海亀がゆったり泳いでいるので、頑張ることなく一緒に泳げます。
けっこう大きくて可愛いです。
しかも、透明度がいいので、真下でダイビングしているダイバー達を目視できちゃいます。
その光景が面白かったので写真撮っちゃいました。

みまさんにも、ぜひ参加して経験値UPしてください！
おすすめです(^^)！

great time. Amazing staff. Great with kids. Boogie boards with undersea viewers. Fantastic

I participated on September 6th. It was an afternoon course.
I've been visiting the Big Island for five years, and until now, I've only spent my time with volcanoes, golf, or driving...
But I had no idea there were such wonderful sea activities!
The water is incredibly clear, and you can see the corals and fish very vividly. I want to go again!
Kealakekua Bay, which has been a sacred place since ancient times, still has limited access for boats entering the bay. All the staff from the tour company were foreigners, so Japanese wasn't spoken, but it wasn't a problem at all.
You can also spend time at a nearby shopping center before and after the tour, which is convenient.

For afternoon tours, they mentioned that light snacks would be provided, but it was just a small amount of snacks and cut fruits, so I recommend eating something beforehand.
We bought ahi rolls (sushi) and soup at the KTA supermarket in the nearby Keauhou Shopping Center and ate them on a bench before going. You can also enjoy a stunning sunset from that shopping center on the way back.

9/6に参加しました。午後からのコースです。
ハワイ島に行きはじめて5年、今までは火山かゴルフかドライブか・・・という過ごし方しかしてきませんでした。
が、海のアクティビティでこんなに素晴らしいものがあったとは！？
海の透明度は非常に高く、サンゴや魚たちがとっても鮮明にみられます。もう一度行きたい！
昔から神聖な場所であったケアラケクア湾、いまだに湾に入れる船は限られているとのこと。ツアー会社のスタッフは全員外人さんなので、日本語は通用しませんが特に問題はありませんでした。
ツアーの前後は、近くにあるショッピングセンターで過ごすこともできるので便利です。

午後からツアーの場合は、軽食がでるとありましたが、少量のスナックとカットフルーツだけなので、事前に腹ごしらえをしてから参加することをオススメします。
私たちは近くのケアウホウショッピングセンターにあるスーパーKTAでアヒ巻き（巻きすし）とスープを買ってベンチで食べてから行きました。帰りもそのショッピングセンターから極上のサンセットが見られます。

This time, we came to Hawaii as a family for a wedding. We thought about doing some family activities, so we participated in a tour with Dolphin and You. I was a bit anxious since we had my 4-year-old nephew with us, but he was very happy to ride in a kayak and see dolphins up close, which relieved me!

There were many dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical fish swimming nearby, and it was very moving. The staff was also very friendly and attentive, making it a really enjoyable activity. The BBQ burgers they grilled on the boat were also very delicious. The hula lesson was a lot of fun too. I highly recommend this tour for anyone going to Hawaii.

Additionally, they offered to sell a DVD and a photo CD-ROM, and when I got home and looked at the photos, they turned out beautifully, which was truly moving again.

今回は結婚式のために家族でハワイにきました。何か家族でアクティビティーが出来ないかと思い今回ドルフィンアンドユーさんのツアーに参加しました。4歳の甥っ子もいたので少し不安でもありましたが、カヤックに乗せてもらって近くでいるかも見ることが出来とても喜んでいた様子でほっとしました！

近くでイルカや海がめ熱帯魚もたくさん泳いでいてとても感動しました。またスタッフの方もとてもフレンドリーでこまめに気を使っていただきとても楽しいアクティビティーとなりました。船の上で焼いてもらったBBQバーガーもとっても美味しかったです。ﾌﾗのレッスンもとても楽しかったです。
ハワイに行かれる方にはかなりおすすめのツアーでした。

あと、DVDと写真のCD-ROMを販売していただけたのですが、家に帰って写真をみてすごくきれいにうつっていてまた改めて感動しました。

I never expected to swim so close to dolphins and sea turtles, so it was really fun!

イルカや海がめとあんなに近くで泳げるなんて、
思っていなかったので、すっごい楽しかったです！

I participated in the afternoon BBQ tour on September 17. This was my first time on the tour to Kaneohe, and I had been a bit anxious since I had never had good weather before. However, the weather was really nice on the day of the tour. The water depth at the sandbar was about knee-deep (which is normal for this time of year), but the colors and clarity were truly beautiful. I wasn't expecting much from the staff's service or the BBQ, but both the variety and taste were of high quality for this type of tour. Snorkeling was optional. Knowing that there aren't many types or numbers of fish, we enjoyed the colors and clarity of the sea around the boat. Just swimming with goggles was fun! You can request a DVD for an additional fee. We were the only ones who ordered it, but I'm glad we did (the first photo I posted is one they took). It was $45. I think it's worth seeing the colors and clarity of the sea at least once. By the way, you can only see sea turtles from the boat, so if your goal is to see sea turtles, you might want to consider another tour.

9月17日に午後のBBQツアーに参加しました。カネオヘへのツアーは数回目でしたがこのツアーは初＆今まで天気に恵まれた事がなかったのでチョット不安。でも当日は本当にいい天気でした。サンドバーの水深は膝程（これはこの時期の普通だとか）でしたが、色と透明度は本当に美しかったです。スタッフの対応、BBQも期待していなかったのですが、種類、味共にこの手のツアーとしては質が高かったです。シュノケールは自由参加。もともとあまり魚の種類、数は多くないのを知っていたので、私達は船の回りで海の色と透明度を楽しんでいました。ゴーグルつけて泳いでるだけでも楽しいです！別料金でDVD作成が頼めます。頼んだのは私達だけでしたが頼んでヨカッタです（投稿写真1枚目は撮ってもらったものです）。＄４５でした。1度見ておいて損はない海の色と透明度だと思います。ちなみに海亀は船から見るだけなので、海亀目的ならば他のツアーがいいかも。

I was able to see wild dolphins swimming gracefully in the vast ocean up close, and I was excited beyond my years. Additionally, the hamburger made by the captain was incredibly delicious. I can't forget that taste! (*^^*) On the boat, there was a live ukulele performance, and the staff were friendly and engaging, making it a lot of fun. The relaxing atmosphere was soothing. I also enjoyed hula for the first time, and under the cheerful guidance of the instructor, it was truly delightful.

広い海の中で悠々と泳いでる野生のイルカをまじかで見ることが出来て年甲斐も無く興奮しました。と、共に・・・船長さんが作ってくれたハンバーガーはとてもおいしかったです。あの味が忘れられません(*^^*)！船上では、生のウクレレ演奏があったり、スタッフさん達が気さくに話しかけてくれたりカメラマンさんとても楽しくって。リラックスの出来る雰囲気に和みました。初めてのフラも、陽気な先生の楽しい指導のもと、すご~くなごみました~。

On September 15th (Monday), my spouse and I participated in the afternoon BBQ course. We became very interested after seeing a post on Alan1.net and decided to sign up.

On the day of the event, we were picked up on time, and after going to about four or five pickup locations, we had to wait for about 30 minutes at the last pickup spot, possibly due to a mix-up with other participants, but we departed safely. The driver seemed a bit irritated and didn’t say a word until we arrived, but there was a radio broadcast introducing the sandbar, featuring a lively young woman who enjoys entertaining participants.

After departing, there was an introduction of the crew, and the captain was a former sumo wrestler from the Higashi-Kan room who had to retire due to a serious injury. Our guide was Eri, who humorously referred to herself as the "Iijima Ai of Hawaii." She looked youthful and energetic, not at all like someone with a high school-aged child, and it turned out she was the same woman introduced on the radio.

We arrived at the sandbar in about 15 minutes, and the color of the sea was unlike anything I had ever seen, truly resembling "heavenly waters." We quickly entered the water and strolled along the sandbar. I thought walking over coral might be painful, but it felt just like walking on a sandy beach and was not bothersome at all. After about 30 minutes of walking, those who wished to participate could go snorkeling. When we moved to a depth of 20 meters, we could see various fish through our goggles.

When we returned to the boat, a barbecue was prepared to satisfy our hunger after all the activity. There was an all-you-can-eat option, and the amount provided was more than we could finish. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the foil-grilled asparagus was especially excellent.

After the meal, we set off for turtle watching. Eri guided us to a spot with a 99.9% guarantee of seeing turtles, and the boat was filled with excitement when we spotted them swimming.

I am grateful to Eri, who kept the atmosphere lively throughout the trip and didn’t mind my bad jokes. Thank you so much, Eri! This was my sixth visit to Hawaii, but I had no idea such a wonderful place existed. I definitely want to participate again next time.

９月１５日（月）午後のＢＢＱコースに夫婦で参加。Alan1.netの書き込みを見て大変興味がわいて申し込んだ。
当日は予定時間どおりにピックアップされ、その後４~５ヵ所ピックアップ場所を回ったが、最後のピックアップ場所で参加者との行き違いだったのか３０分程待たされたが無事出発。
ドライバーさんは、いらいらしていたのか着くまで一言も話さなかったが、車内のラジオでサンドバーを紹介したＦＭ放送が流され元気の良いお姉さんがいて参加者を楽しませるのが趣味との紹介もあった。
出港後現地に着く間クルーの紹介等があり、キャプテンは元
大相撲の東関部屋で力士の経験者で現役中に大怪我をしてやめたとの事。案内してくれるのはエリさんで自称ハワイの飯島愛と言う位で高校生のお子さんがいる年齢には見えない若々しく元気の良いお姉さんで、ラジオで紹介されたお姉さんはエリさんであることが判明。
１５分程でサンドバーに着くが、今まで見たことのない海の色で、まさに「天国の海」そのものである。
早速海に入りサンドバーを散歩するが、珊瑚の上を歩くという事で痛いかと思ったが海岸の砂浜のようにぜんぜん気にならない。約３０分程散歩の後、希望者はシュノーケリングに参加。深さ２０メートルの場所まで移動するといろいろな魚が眼鏡越しに見られる。
船に戻るとバーべキューが用意されており動いた後の空腹を満たしてくれる。当然食べ放題であるが、食べきれないほどの量が用意されている。肉も柔らかく味もそこそこで特にアスパラガスのホイル焼きは最高であった。
食事後は海がめウォッチングに出発。エリさんが９９．９％
保証付きの場所に案内されると海がめの泳ぐ姿に船内は騒然となった。
出港から戻るまで終始しゃべりどうしで船内を楽しませてくれたエリさんに感謝するとともに、私の駄洒落にもいやな顔せずつきあってくれたエリさん、本当にありがとうございました。
ハワイは今回で６度目ですが、こんな素晴らしい所があるとは知りませんでした。次回も是非参加したいと思います。

I participated in the Fair Wind morning cruise. Above all, it was wonderful that they provided a "box snorkel" for someone like me who struggles with breathing through snorkel gear! It's the kind of equipment used for catching sea snails, with a box that has glass, allowing for excellent visibility of the crystal-clear underwater world. However, it seems that the number is limited, so I recommend expressing that you can't swim to get one! They also lent me a banana-shaped float to wear around my waist and a black inner tube, so there's absolutely no need to worry for those who are anxious about swimming. People of all ages, from small children to the elderly, were enjoying snorkeling.

In a calm bay with almost no waves, I was able to observe a wide variety of fish, and during lunchtime, we even encountered a pod of dolphins swimming offshore from the deck of the boat! Lucky people must have been able to swim quite close to them. They also film everything from boarding to underwater, so couples on their honeymoon might want to actively get filmed and purchase the DVD as a nice keepsake. I appreciated that the crew did not pressure for tips when disembarking. The clarity and calmness of the water are significantly better than at Hanauma Bay.

フェアウインドのモーニング・クルーズに参加しました。
何と言っても、シュノーケルギアで呼吸するのが苦手な私にとっては、「箱メガネ」のようなものを貸してくれる所が素晴らしい！さざえを捕るときの漁で使うようなもので、BOXにガラスが入っていて透明度抜群の海中が、ラクラク見通せます。ただし、数が限られているようなので、泳げないんです！と訴えてGETすることをお勧めします。腰に巻くバナナ型のフロートと、黒い浮き輪も貸してくれて、泳ぎに不安の
ある方でも全く心配ありません。小さな子供から、かなりの年配の方まで、シュノーケリングを楽しんでいました。
波がほとんどない穏やかな湾で、魚の種類も実に多く観察でき、ランチタイムには船のデッキから、沖を行くイルカの群れにも遭遇できました！ラッキーな人は、かなり近くを泳ぐことができたはずです。乗船時から水中まで、DVD撮影をしてくれますので、ハネムーンに来たカップルなどは積極的に映してもらってDVDを買うのも、良い記念になると思います。降りるときに、クルーの人たちがチップを強要しない所も好感がもてました。透明度と波の穏やかさは、ハナウマ湾より格段上です。

The scenery was very beautiful, and I was impressed. The BBQ had a lot of variety, and I was full! I thought it would have been even better if I could have seen more fish.

とっても景色はきれいで感激しました。
ＢＢＱも盛りだくさんの内容でおなかいっぱい！！
お魚がもっとたくさん見れればもっとよかったかなぁと思いました。