All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

This was an exceptional activity. Excellent service and attention and a smaller group on the boat makes this a great time. I can't imagine just snorkeling. We SNUBA'D at the crater and turtle city. A first time for our family. Highly recommend!

The day before, my husband was down with a sunburn, so I participated alone, but the staff and the other participants were all warm and friendly, which made it enjoyable.

I was a bit anxious because I had severe seasickness during the shark tour the day before, but this tour's boat felt like a rafting boat, allowing us to enjoy a bit of thrill while heading out to sea. I didn't feel sick at all and had a great time.

There were so many dolphins swimming right in front of us, jumping around, and I was so excited! This time, the dolphins were swimming really fast... I wished they would swim a bit slower... The staff lamented, but when we timed it right and jumped into the water, there were so many dolphins swimming below us! It was incredibly moving.

I dove three times and saw dolphins each time. For the fourth dive, we went to a sea turtle spot. The turtles were swimming leisurely right nearby! They came close enough that I could reach out and touch them. I think there were about six of them. It was very mystical.

When I told my husband about it, he regretted not being able to join. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii! I will be a repeat customer! Thank you very much.

　前日に旦那が日焼けでダウンし、１人での参加となったのでうが、スタッフはもちろん参加していた方達も温かい方達ばかりだったので、楽しく参加できました。
　前々日にサメツアーに参加した時、船酔いがひどかったので少し不安はあったのですが、このツアーのボートはラフテリングボートのような感じで少しスリルを味わいながら海に出たので、全然酔わずに、楽しかったです。
　イルカが目の前でたくさん泳いでいてジャンピングしている姿に大興奮！今回はイルカの泳ぐスピードが早い…もっとゆっくり泳いで~…とスタッフが嘆いていたのですが、タイミングと場所を見計らってドボンッと海の中へ入ると、下にいっぱいイルカが泳いでいる！！大感激でした。
　３回ダイブして全部イルカが見れました。
　４回目には海亀スポットへ。悠々と泳いでいる姿がすぐそこに！手を伸ばせばすぐ触れるぐらいの所まで海亀がきてくれました。６匹ぐらいはいたと思います。とても神秘的でした。
　旦那にも話をすると行けなかった事をすごく悔やんでいました。また次にハワイに行ったらぜひ参加したいと思います！！リピーターになります！！
　ありがとうございました。

I always enjoyed playing at Waikiki Beach, but we decided to try Kailua, which is said to be "the number one beach in the U.S." We went with low expectations. However, as soon as we arrived, I was captivated by the blue of the ocean and was absolutely thrilled. I had heard that it could be windy, but when we went in December, there was hardly any wind and the sea was calm. I even thought, "I want to live here forever." We all decided that we would definitely come to Kailua every year.

いつもワイキキのビーチで満足して遊んでいましたが、「全米ナンバー１のビーチ」というカイルアにいてみようという話になり、あまりに期待しないでいきました。しかし、着いたとたん、その海の青さのとりこになり、もう大感激。風が強いと聞いていましたが、12月にいったのですが、風はほとんどなく穏やかな海でした。「もうずっとここに住みたい」とまで思いました。毎年絶対にカイルアに来ようと家族全員で決めました。

I visited for the first time, and the staff were very cheerful and entertaining. I had a lot of fun snorkeling and seeing turtles. The sandbar was even more beautiful than I imagined. If only the weather had been nice...

初めて行きましたが、スタッフがとても明るくおもしろかったです。シュノーケルをしたり、亀を見たりととてもおもしろい会見ができました。サンドバーは、想像した以上にきれいでした。これで天気が良ければ・・・。

We have done this trip 3 times and I would NOT go with anyone else! They guys are great - they make it fun ... the food is good but the snorkling is great! Even in bad weather the guys made it fun - it was a downpour to say the least and honestly they couldnt have cared less - basic opinion was: its warm, your in Hawaii, your gonna get wet anyway so lets do it drudda! Killer time. Went twice with the family including our 6yoa son who was 4yoa at the time and once with some friends and each time it was the same killer service and fun! Dont go any place else... im coming back in Sept 2008 and you knowwwww I will be making another trip...ummm do get I discount yet or what guys??? :)

Captain Chris and his crew took care to make sure every passenger was looked after and made to feel at home. Watching the sun come up on the Na Pali coast was spectacular and the snorkeling spot was to die for.
The water can be rough so take precautions for sea sickness.
This was a great trip. I personally didn't need to have the "Forbidden Isle" portion. It's forbidden because you can't go anywhere near it.
All said though - a very good trip!

I believe everyone who has the chance to go on this tour should go!

The price is perfect, the deep blue ocean is beautiful, and YOU CAN MEET DOLPHINS!! I have never experienced seeing wild dolphins in such huge numbers and hearing their sounds! It is one of the best experiences I have ever had!

If you go to Hawaii, be sure to check out this trip!

I believe everyone who has chance to go this tour, you should go!

Price is perfect, deep blue ocean and YOU CAN MEET DOLPHINS!! I have never experienced seeing wild dolphins with huge numbers and hearing the sound of dolphins! It is one of the best experiences I have ever seen!

If you go to Hawaii, go check this trip!

It was so much fun! That's definitely my impression. Swimming with a pod of dolphins is an experience you can't easily have. Since returning to Japan, I've been showing photos to all my friends and recommending it. If you go to Hawaii, you must do this! The Japanese and local staff were all very kind, which was a big plus. It was also a wonderful memory to pray together and dance the hula in Hawaii. Looking at the photos still makes me smile, as everyone in Hawaii is so cheerful. Thanks to the staff's enthusiasm, the travel felt quick and effortless, and even though it was my seventh time on Oahu, it was my first time in West Oahu, which was great. I really understood that Oahu is not just about Waikiki, the North Shore, or Hanauma Bay. The ocean surrounding the island is beautiful from every direction. It was also great to swim with sea turtles, not just dolphins. The water clarity was higher than that of the Red Sea or Caribbean, and there are unique tropical fish in Hawaii, so it never gets boring. You absolutely must participate!

楽しかった！絶対参加すべき！ってのが私の感想です。イルカの群と泳ぐ経験はなかなかできるもんじゃありません~。日本に帰ってから友達みんなに写真を見せてお薦めしています。ハワイに行ったら是非!日本人やローカルのスタッフもみんな親切だったのも二重丸。一緒にハワイのお祈りしたり、フラダンスを踊ったのも素敵な思い出です。ハワイの人ってみんな陽気だな~って写真見ながら今でも顔が笑ってしまいます。スタッフのテンションのお陰で移動もあっと言う間で何とも感じなかったし、オアフ島7回目の私も西オアフは初めてだったのでそこも良かったなあ。オアフ島はワイキキやノースショアやハナウマベイだけじゃないってことがよーく分かりました。四方を囲んでいる海は東西南北どこも素敵ってことでした。それとイルカだけじゃなくて海亀と一緒に泳げたのも良かったです。透明度は紅海かカリブ海よりも高かったし、熱帯魚もハワイの固有魚がいるので飽きません。絶対参加すべし！

I participated in this activity in early July 2008. The Japanese female guide was incredibly kind and friendly, which set a fun mood right from the hotel pickup. All the customers were Japanese. We moved west on Oahu in a van that could accommodate about 25 people. It was a comfortable drive, and before I knew it, we arrived. There was a restroom break before boarding the boat, which was great!

Just about 15 minutes after we set off on the boat, we spotted a pod of dolphins! Following our strong local guide, we went snorkeling. At first, the dolphins didn't come close, but after a while, one jumped right in front of us! They swirled around underwater, and it was incredibly exciting. After swimming with the dolphins, we went to a snorkeling spot where we saw three sea turtles. There were also many beautiful fish. Once we got out of the water, it was time for a hamburger made with taro bread! The scenery was beautiful, and after seeing the dolphins, tropical fish, and sea turtles, I was in the best mood! It was a fulfilling morning. Even after returning to Waikiki, I was still buzzing from the encounter with the dolphins.

2008年7月上旬に参加してきました。ガイドの日本人女性が凄く親切＆フレンドリーでホテルの迎えの時点で楽しい気分に。お客さんは全員日本人でした。25人ぐらい乗る事のできるバンでオアフ島の西に移動。快適な運転で外の景色を見ていたらあっと言う間に到着しました。ボートに乗る前にトイレ休憩があったのもGOOD!ボートで出発して僅か15分ぐらいでドルフィンの群が！ローカルのたくましいガイドの後についてシュノーケリングをしました。最初は近くに寄ってこなかったけれど、暫くすると目の前でイルカがジャンプ！水中でもグルグル回って、物凄く興奮しました。イルカと一緒に泳いだ後は、シュノーケリングのポイント。ここで海亀が3匹いました。魚も綺麗でたくさんいました。海から上がるとタロイモのパンでできたハンバーガータイム！景色は綺麗だし、ドルフィンや熱帯魚や海亀を見た後だから気分は最高！充実した午前中でした。ワイキキに戻ってからもドルフィンに出会えた余韻が残ったままでしたよ~。

It was a very enjoyable and satisfying tour! Once we boarded the boat, we prayed to the sea to see dolphins. Each person threw a plumeria flower into the water to start the tour! As soon as we spotted dolphins, we dove into the sea and were able to see a pod of dolphins right below us. For those who didn't see them the first time, we were allowed to dive again. After that, we had the freedom to swim at a spot with turtles! We could also go canoeing. During the canoeing, the staff sang songs for us, which was very soothing (o´∀`o). The hula dance instructor also taught us, making it a very fulfilling trip. Thank you very much! ♥

とても楽しく、満足できるツアーでした！
船に乗り込んだら、イルカにあえるように海にお祈りをします。一人ずつプルメリアの花を海に投げてツアーがスタートします！イルカを見つけたらすぐ海に潜り、イルカの群れを真下に見ることができました。一回で見れなかった人のために、二回も潜らせていてだきました。その後も、亀のいるポイントで自由にスイム！また、カヌーもできます。カヌーの最中にスタッフの方が歌を歌ってくれて、とても癒されました(o´∀`o) フラダンスも先生が教えてくださり、とても充実した旅になりました♡ありがとうございました♪

My husband and I participated together. Since it was a tour without a Japanese guide, we were the only Japanese participants, but we received a Japanese guide (notices, etc.) during check-in, so as long as you have some experience with snorkeling and can communicate in English to some extent, you can enjoy it without any problems!

It was an afternoon tour, and we were blessed with good weather. The boat trip to the Captain Cook monument was very pleasant (my husband did feel a bit seasick, though...). We saw a lot of fish, and we were very satisfied to see a large turtle at the start of the trip.

Also, it was appealing that it was a tour without transportation since we had rented a car. However, I think it would be tough without a rental car. The parking was vaguely marked as Keauhou Bay, so I was a bit unsure about where it was, but when we actually went, a kind local man helped us out, so it wasn't a problem!

This is one of the tours I would like to join again if I have the time.

ダンナと2人で参加しました。日本語ガイドがないツアーのため日本人参加者は我々だけでしたが、チェックイン時に日本語のガイド（注意書きなど）が渡されるので、あとはシュノーケルツアーに参加したことがある方、少しでも英語でコミュニケーションがとれる方であれば問題なく楽しめます！
午後からのツアーでしたが、天気にも恵まれ、キャプテンクック碑まで行く船旅もとても気持ちよかったです。（ダンナは若干船酔していましたが・・・）
魚もたくさん見れましたし、出発時には大きなカメも見れて大満足です。
また、レンタカーを借りていたので送迎なしツアーであったことも魅力でした。ただ、レンタカーなしの場合は厳しいと思います。駐車場はケアウホウ湾とおおまかに記されていたので若干どこかな~と思いましたが、実際に行ったら近所のおじさんが親切に教えてくれたので問題なかったです！
時間があればまた参加したいツアーのひとつです。

We participated in an afternoon cruise. We were looking forward to swimming with the fish, and it was a wonderful experience. There were many colorful fish around the coral reef, and it felt like we were swimming in an aquarium.

The day we participated was cloudy, so perhaps because of that, the seawater was colder than we expected, and I was a bit surprised when I first entered the water. However, once in the sea, I had such a great time that I forgot about the cold. The cruise and snorkeling created very lovely memories. Next time, I definitely want to meet dolphins.

私たちは午後のクルーズに参加しました。魚たちと一緒に泳ぐのを楽しみにいきましたのでとてもいい経験をしました。サンゴ礁の周りにはたくさん、色とりどりの魚がいて、水槽の中を泳いでいるようでした。
参加した日は、曇りだったからなのか、海水が思ったより冷たく、最初は海に入る時は少しビックリしました。しかし、海の中では冷たさを忘れるくらい楽しい時間をすごせました。クルーズして、スノーケリングできて、とても素敵な思い出となりました。今度は是非、イルカにも会いたいです。

The tour I participated in, filled with excitement and anticipation, was just as I expected. It was my first encounter with wild dolphins. I was so captivated that I tried to mimic their unique sounds, and it felt like a mystical experience. After that, we moved to a snorkeling spot where I encountered a sea turtle that was incredibly cute and soothing. I also got to ride on a sea kayak and observe tropical fish while snorkeling. Just when I was exhausted from playing and feeling very hungry, the smell of pâté being grilled wafted from the boat, which was just perfect! I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii. Thank you very much.

ワクワクドキドキで参加した今回のツアーは期待通りのグレイとなツアーでした。初めての野生のドルフィンとの遭遇。夢中になって姿を覆ったりイルカ特有の鳴き声を真似してみたりｗ何だか神秘的な体験でした。そのあとシュノーケリングのポイントに移動して出会った海亀もとってもかわいくてのほほんと癒されたし、シーカヤックに乗せてもらったりシュノーケリングで熱帯魚を観察したり、遊び疲れてお腹ぺこぺこになったくらいにちょうど船の上からパテを焼く香りが漂ってもう最高！またハワイに行った際にはぜひ参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

In a word, it was a truly, truly enjoyable and satisfying tour. The staff was very friendly and fun, and the Japanese female guide was professional! Her work was trustworthy. This was my second time participating in this tour, and I once again felt that it truly is Alan Wong. I was healed by the dolphins, healed by the turtles, and after having a blast, I filled my stomach with the long-awaited hamburgers, and finally enjoyed the hula, making it a fulfilling tour. Even though it was the same tour, I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

一言でいえば本当に本当に楽しい大満足のツアーでした。スタッフの対応もとてもフレンドリーで楽しかったし、ガイドの日本人女性の方はプロフェッショナル！信頼できる仕事っぷりでした。これでこちらのツアーに参加するのは2度目なのですが、さすがはアランワンだなーともう一度実感したツアーでした。イルカに癒され、カメに癒され、目一杯楽しく遊んだ後は、お待ちかねのハンバーガーでお腹も満たされ、最後にフラに楽しませてもらった充実なツアーでした。同じツアーでもまたハワイに行った際は是非参加したいと思います。この度は素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

I participated in the Trilogy tour for the first time, and the boat ride was comfortable. The captain and other staff were friendly and fun, making for a very enjoyable experience. The BBQ lunch was delicious, and the Diet Coke I had after a long time felt refreshing.

If I had to mention something, the captain explained the history of Molokini Island and the second point we visited (maybe along the coast of Kihei), but my wife and I only speak broken English, so we couldn't understand anything, which was disappointing. It would be great if there were a tour in Japanese.

On the bright side, we did get to see a green sea turtle, and we returned to the harbor while relaxing and taking photos with the sails up, which added to our wonderful memories.

初めてトリロジーのツアーに参加しましたが、船での移動も快適だし、キャプテンほかスタッフも親しみ易く楽しい人たちで、とても楽しく過ごせました。昼のＢＢＱランチもうまかったし、久しぶりに飲んだダイエットcokeも新鮮でした。
しいていえば、モロキニ島や2度目に行ったポイント（キヘイの沿岸かな）の歴史などをキャプテンが説明してくれたのだけれど、僕ら夫婦は片言英語しかできないので、まったく理解できなかったのが残念です。日本語のツアーがあるといいんだけれど。
一応、アカウミガメにも会えたし、セイルを張ってのんびりと写真など撮りながら帰港したなど、いい思い出が増えました。

I participated in a tour on July 8th. For my fifth and third-grade daughters, it was their first overseas trip, and amidst some anxiety, we finally got to meet wild dolphins, which had been our dream!

After reading various comments, I decided on this optional tour, but I had many concerns about whether my children, who had never snorkeled before, would really enjoy it... However, I called ahead to confirm, and their kind response put my mind at ease. We made sure to get enough sleep the night before, and with preparations like motion sickness medication, sunscreen, and measures against the cold after getting out of the water, the kids didn't feel burdened. We practiced snorkeling at Waikiki Beach the day before.

The staff taught us how to prevent fogging on the snorkels, how to put them on, and when to wear them, and since we wore life vests in the water, there was no worry about drowning.

On July 8th, we first snorkeled in a spot where colorful fish gathered, and we even encountered a turtle there. I was surprised that while snorkeling, my younger daughter was casually saying, "Ah! A turtle! Gill! Dory! Bubbles!" (Has she watched FINDING NEMO too much??). When we moved to the turtle point, a strangely-shaped turtle was swimming quite close to us. There was only one, but it seems my daughters touched its shell... Later, I told them, "You shouldn't touch it because it won't come back to the point." I'm sorry.

At the point where the dolphin pod was gathered, many boats were clustered. We entered the water while observing the dolphins and other boats to avoid startling them, and then we desperately but quietly followed the dolphins. Dolphins are graceful but swim so fast! (Of course, they do...) My younger daughter told me, "Mom! Swim faster!"

Next time we join a tour, she says her goal is not just to chase after the dolphins but to play with them as well.

Thank you to all the staff for a wonderful time. SATO's mother.

7月8日にツアーに参加しました。
5年生と3年生の娘たちにとっては初めての海外旅行で不安の中、念願の野生のイルカとの対面を果たしました！

いろいろな方のコメントを読み、このオプショナルに決めましたが、シュノーケル未体験の子供たちが本当に楽しめるのか沢山の不安が・・・
でも、出発前に電話をして確認し、親切な対応に一安心。
前の日に睡眠をとっていて、酔い止めや日焼け止めや海からあがってからの寒さ対策などの用意があれば子供たちに負担はかかりませんでしたよ。ウチはシュノーケルは前日にワイキキビーチで練習しました。
スタッフの方がシュノーケルのくもり止めやくもらないつけ方・着けるタイミングなども教えてくれますし、海での中ではベスト着用ですので、溺れる心配はありません。

7月8日は・・まず色とりどりの魚の集まる場所でシュノーケル、ここでカメにも出会いました。
シュノーケルしてるのに下の娘が「あ゛っ~カメ！ギル！ドリー！バブルス！がいる！！」（ＦＩＮＤＩＮＧ　ＮＩＭＯの観すぎ？？）と普通にしゃべっているのにも驚きました。
カメのポイントに移動すると甲羅の歪なカメが相当近くで泳いでいました。一匹でしたが娘たちは甲羅に触ったらしく・・後で「ポイントに来なくなるから触ったらいけないよ」と伝えました。ごめんなさい。
イルカ集団が集まっているポイントにはたくさんの船が集まっていました。
イルカを刺激しないようにイルカと他の船との様子をうかがっての入水、その後は必死にでも静かにイルカの姿を追いました。イルカって優雅だけど泳ぐの速い！（そりゃそうだけど・・）下の娘に「ママ！速く泳いで！」と注意されました。
次回ツアーに参加するときにはイルカの姿を追って泳ぐだけでなく、イルカたちと戯れたいのが目標だそうです。

スタッフの皆様、楽しい時間をありがとうございました。ＳＡＴＯ母

I participated in the "Fair Wind Cruises - Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling" tour on June 21. It seems that the southern part of the Big Island often has cloudy weather, and this time was no exception, with a bit of cloudiness. However, taking a peek underwater revealed a completely different world! Tropical and colorful little fish were swimming joyfully. The combination of bright blue water with yellow, orange, red, and blue colors was absolutely beautiful. And then, there was a massive migration of gray fish! It felt like a dream. On the way back on the boat, as the speed picked up, a pod of dolphins swam playfully right alongside us, almost like companions. I don't think there are many opportunities to see wild dolphins up close like this. You'll create wonderful memories!

6月21日の”フェアウインド・クルーズ - ハワイ島ケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング”ツアーに参加してきました。ハワイ島の南の方は曇りが多いようで、今回もやや曇りぎみでした。ところが、海の中を一目覗くと全くの別世界！トロピカルでカラフルな可愛い魚たちが、楽しげに泳いでます。明るい水色の中に、黄色やオレンジ、赤やブルーの色のコンビネーションがとてもキレイでした。そして、グレーの魚の大群の大移動！夢のようでした。帰りの船でのこと、船のスピードが出てきたところに、イルカの群れがぴったり横に張り付いて仲間のように楽しげに泳いでました。こんなに近くで野生のイルカを見れる機会はそうないと思います。良い思い出が作れますよ。

I participated in an afternoon snack cruise on June 28. At first, I was worried about my companion getting seasick, but that concern was completely unnecessary. I had been on several other cruises before, but this one felt like it had the least amount of rocking. The ocean was beautiful as well. It was my first time seeing a coral reef up close like that. If you're going to Hawaii, that ocean is a must-see.

Before snorkeling, the captain gave a fairly long explanation and safety briefing, but it felt responsible and trustworthy. Even so, we had a full two hours to snorkel. The staff was very well-mannered and kind, which made for a very pleasant experience.

On the way back, I dozed off while enjoying the view of the Big Island from the boat, feeling the pleasant fatigue from snorkeling and the sea breeze. I didn't get to see any dolphins, but next time, I plan to wake up early and join a morning cruise, which has a higher chance of encountering dolphins.

６月２８日にアフタヌーンスナッククルーズに参加しました。まずは同行者の船酔いが心配だったのですがそんな心配は全くいりませんでした。
他のクルーズには何回か参加した事があったのですがいままでで一番揺れが少なかったと感じました。
海もきれいでしたよ。あんなにまじかにさんご礁を見たのははじめてでした。せっかくハワイに行ったならあの海は必見です。シュノーケリングの前に船長の説明と注意事項が結構長くありましたがそれも責任ある仕事って感じがして信頼できました。それでもたっぷり２時間はシュノーケルできましたよ。スッタフもとても行儀良く親切なのでとても気持ち良く楽しむことができました。
帰りは船の上からハワイ島の景色を見ながらシュノーケリングの心地よい疲れと海風でうたた寝してしまいました。
イルカは見ることはできませんでしたが次回は早起きしてイルカの遭遇率の高いモーニングクルーズに参加しようと思います。

I participated with my daughter, and when we spotted a pod of dolphins from the boat, I couldn't help but point my camera at them. We also fed fish, and colorful fish gathered around us; it was truly a dream-like experience.

I tend to get seasick easily, so I felt a bit unwell during the trip and unfortunately couldn't enjoy the hamburger. If you're prone to motion sickness, taking anti-nausea medication is a must. Also, don't forget your underwater camera.

During the hula dance lesson, we had a lot of fun laughing together. It was such an enjoyable lesson that it could inspire someone to start hula dancing. With everything packed into half a day, I have no complaints.

娘と二人で参加したのですが、イルカの群れを船上から発見したときは思わずカメラを向けてしまいました。他にも魚にパンをあげて色とりどりの魚が寄ってきたり、本当に夢のような時間でした。
私は船酔いがしやすいので、途中ちょっと具合が悪くなってしまったので、せっかくのハンバーガーを食べれなかったのが残念です。
酔いやすい方は酔い止めは必須です。あと、水中カメラをお忘れなく。
フラダンスのレッスンでは、笑いを交えながら皆で楽しく受けることができました。フラダンスを始めるきっかけになるような、そんな楽しいレッスンでした。
半日でこれだけ盛り込まれていれば文句はないです。

I encountered wild dolphins for the first time on this tour. Although I missed them the first time, I was able to see them successfully at the next spot. Additionally, at the following point, I was able to see sea turtles as well, so overall, I was very satisfied with the tour.

However, I felt that putting on the snorkeling gear and swimming multiple times was a bit physically demanding.

The hamburgers and mangoes we had on the boat were perfect for my tired body.

I think the final hula dance lesson, taught by a local instructor, was a wonderful time filled with laughter.

このツアーで初めて野生のイルカと出会いました。一度目は失敗してしまいましたが、次のポイントで無事見ることができました。また、その次のポイントでは海ガメも見ることができたのでツアー全体としてはとても満足でした。
しかし、何度もシュノーケリングを装着したり、泳いだりするのは体力的にもちょっと大変だった気もします。
船上で食べるハンバーガーとマンゴーは疲れた身体に最適でした。
最後のフラダンスのレッスンは、現地の先生に教えてもらうことができ、笑いのたえないとても素敵な時間を過ごすことができてよかったと思います。

Bucky was an excellent guide.

I participated in the afternoon cruise. I wasn't sure where the meeting place, Fair Wind's office, was, so I showed my reservation to the staff in the lobby of the condo where I stayed (Kona by the Sea) and they helped me with directions on a simple map. I can't speak English, but they wrote down how to get there, so I was able to find it without getting lost. It's better to leave a bit earlier, though.

Before departure, I went to the restroom and noticed several awards for Hawaii tours hanging carelessly along the hallway. Gold award? Silver award? They've been receiving them every year, and for the past three years, they've mostly been gold awards. They seem to be quite established. But you won't know until you experience it.

I had previously participated in a tour on a small boat on the Big Island and had a bad experience due to the rough waves, so I was a bit worried. Once on board, all the staff's names were displayed, and the captain was Mr. Hiromoto. I wondered if he was of Japanese descent, which made me feel a bit more at ease. After departure, I felt even more reassured. There was hardly any rocking—rather, it was a pleasant sway. The beauty of the ocean was absolutely perfect. On the way back, it's a good idea to bring something to keep warm, as your body might get cold.

午後からのクルーズに参加しました。
集合場所のフェアウインドのオフィイスがよく分からなかったので宿泊したコンド（コナバイザシー）のロビーの人に予約票を見せて場所を教えてもらいました。英語はできませんが簡単な地図に行きかたを書いてくれたので迷わず行けました。でも少し早めに出かけたほうがいいですね。
出発前にトイレに行ったら途中の廊下にハワイのツアーに贈られる表彰状が無造作に何枚も掛けてありました。金賞？銀賞？毎年もらってるんだなーここ３年は金賞ばかりでした。
結構、老舗なのね。でも体験してみないとわからんぞー。
以前ハワイ島で小さな船で行くツアーに参加してあまりの揺れに体調が悪くなった経験がありちょっと心配だったのです。乗船するとスッタフ全員の名前が表示してありキャプテンはＨＩＲＯＭＯＴＯさんでした。日系の方かしら？ちょっと安心。出発してもっと安心しました。揺れほとんどない？
と言うよりは心地よい揺れでした。海の美しさは100点満点でした。帰りは体が冷えているではおるものを持っていったほうがいいですよ。

I think it was comparable to other cruising options in terms of cost.

コスト的にも他のクルージングと比べて遜色なかったと思います。

I think the staff's service, the quality of lunch, the sandbar, and the sea turtles make it worth participating at this price. Troy, who provided the transportation, gave accurate and easy-to-understand information in Japanese. However, the loud sales talk through the microphone was a bit off-putting. I would have preferred to enjoy it a little more quietly, so it wasn't perfect.

スタッフの対応、昼食の質、サンドバー、海亀と、この価格で参加して損はないと思います。
送迎のトロイさんの観光案内も的確で聞き取りやすい日本語でした。ただ、マイクで大きな声でセールストークが多かったのはちょっと興ざめでした。もう少し静かに楽しみたかったので、満点ではありません。

Hello to all the staff,

I recently participated with my wife. It was our first time, and I was nervous, but we got to see many dolphins, turtles, and colorful fish, which was a lot of fun. Thank you very much!

My wife wanted to swim with dolphins in Hawaii, so we decided to join a tour, but I wasn't confident in my swimming skills...

So, I desperately searched through various dolphin experience tours by reading testimonials and participant blogs to find the best option.

- Safe for beginners and those who are not good at swimming
- Japanese-speaking staff
- Friendly staff
- Opportunity to meet dolphins

After actually participating in this private dolphin school, my wife was thrilled to meet many dolphins, and thanks to the staff, my nervousness eased, and I was very satisfied.

Since we haven't participated in other tours, I can't compare, but my wife and I are glad we chose this tour.

Thank you very much!!

スタッフの皆さん、こんにちは。

先日、夫婦で参加させていただいた者です。
初めての参加で緊張していたのですが、
たくさんのイルカや亀、色とりどりの
魚にも会え、とても楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました！

ハワイでイルカと泳ぎたいという妻の希望で
ツアーに参加しようと決めたのですが、
僕は泳ぎに自信がありません・・・

そこで、数あるイルカ体験ツアーから、
体験談や参加者のブログなどを読み、
どこが良いか必死に探しました。

・初めてでも、泳ぎが苦手でも安心
・日本語が話せる
・スタッフの感じが良さそう
・イルカと会えそう

実際に、この私立イルカ中学に参加してみて、
たくさんのイルカに会えた妻も大喜びで、
泳ぎが苦手な僕もスタッフのおかげで、
緊張がほぐれ、大満足でした。

他のツアーに参加したことがないので、
比べようもないのですが、僕たち夫婦は
このツアーに決めて良かった思っています。

ありがとうございました！！

My husband and I were too afraid to try scuba diving and this was the perfect fit for us. The guides are great and it was so much fun!

We went on the Fair Wind Cruises' Kealakekua Bay snorkeling afternoon tour as a family. I was hesitant to book the cruise due to concerns about the weather, but it turned out to be the right decision. On June 28, the day we participated, it was cloudy in the morning, but as the boat set off, the skies gradually cleared. We spent four days on the Big Island, and it didn't rain at all.

Once we arrived at Captain Cook, we enjoyed snorkeling for a full two hours. The water clarity was excellent. There were plenty of fish, and the coral reefs were very beautiful. Above all, the staff was incredibly kind (they must have good employee training), and when I, lacking confidence in swimming, hesitated, they offered me a box with a glass bottom to use. With this, I could see underwater very well without having to put my face in the water. They also provided life jackets and floaties. I definitely want to participate again when I come back to the Big Island.

フェアウインド・クルーズ のケアラケクア湾シュノーケリング午後からのツアーへ家族で行ってきました。
お天気を気にしてクルーズの申し込みを迷っていましたが申し込んで正解でした。私達が参加した６月２８日は朝から曇りでしたが船が出発するとだんだん晴れてきました。ハワイ島に４日間いましたが雨らしいものは降りませんでした。
キャプテンクックに到着してたっぷり２時間はシュノーケリングを楽しみました。海の透明度はすごく良かったです。
お魚もたくさんいましたし、さんご礁もとてもきれいでした。なによりスタッフがとても親切（きっと社員教育ができているんでしょう）で泳ぎに自信のない私に「これ使う？」と箱の底がガラスになったものを貸してくれました。
これを使うと顔を水につけなくても海の中がすごく良く見えました。もちろんライフジャケットや浮き輪まで貸してくれましたよ。今度ハワイ島に来る時も是非参加したいです。

I participated in the Afternoon Snack Cruise. It was great! It was just the two of us, a parent and child. When we woke up in the morning, it was unfortunately cloudy, and I was worried about the rain, but it turned out to be better than expected. Occasionally, the sun peeked through, and the breeze on the boat was wonderful! It's a feeling you can only experience on a boat. After about 30 minutes, we arrived at the snorkeling point in front of the Captain Cook monument. Once we got into the water, I was amazed by the clarity. It was my first time seeing so many corals. There were many fish of various sizes and colors swimming among the corals. The untouched beauty of the ocean in Waikiki is too precious to just lump it all together as Hawaii. Next time, I definitely want to join the Deluxe Morning Cruise, where I might encounter dolphins!

アフタヌーン・スナック・クルーズに参加しました。
よかったですよー。私たちは親子２人での参加でした。　　朝起きるとあいにくの曇り空で雨は大丈夫かな~と心配しながらの参加でしたが予想以上によかったです。　　　　　　途中から時折日差しも見えてきて、何より船の上で感じる風！これは船に乗らないと感じる事ができない気持ち良さです。３０分ほどでキャプテンクックの記念碑の前のシュノーケリングポイントに到着です。　　　　　　　　　　　　　海に入るとその透明度にびっくりしました。　　　　　　　あんなにたくさんの珊瑚を見たのは初めてでした。その珊瑚の間を行きかう大、小、色もさまざまな魚がたくさんいました。ハワイとひとくくりで言ってしまうにはもったいないワイキキの海とは全く違う手つかずの美しい海でした。
次回は是非イルカに出会えるかもしれないデラックス モーニングクルーズに参加したいです。　　　　　　　　　　

I participated in the afternoon tour with my two elementary school children.

It was a mistake not to download the map beforehand, as I wasn't sure where the parking lot was. When we checked in at the office, they provided us with a document in Japanese that included important information that would be explained on the boat, so I felt reassured even though my English isn't great. At that time, there were only four of us Japanese and a young couple, but there was a Japanese-Brazilian woman named Rei who spoke fluent Japanese, which was comforting!

We brought our own prescription masks, but they were also available on the boat (Rx masks). They had prescriptions up to 4.0, which seemed to be fine for those with a vision of about 0.1. However, since they were quietly asking around after the fins were handed out, I think it would be better to say "I want an Rx mask!" when borrowing masks at the beginning. Kealakekua Bay is very beautiful, with colorful fish swimming nearby, and the kids enjoyed snorkeling until the last minute. Since the weather was a bit cloudy, it got quite cold on the way back, so it might have been better to have something to wear in addition to a towel. It was a tour that both adults and children could enjoy, and I'm glad we participated!

午後のツアーに小学生の子供２人と参加しました。

地図をダウンロードしていかなかったので、駐車場が
どこかよくわからなかったのが失敗でした。
事務所でチェックインした際に、その後船で説明される
注意事項などが日本語で書かれたものをくれるので
英語が苦手でも安心だと思いました。
その時日本人は私たち４人と、他は若いご夫婦の２人
だけだったと思いますが、日本語ペラペラのレイさんと
いう日系の女性の方がいたので心強かったです！

私たちは自分の度つきのマスクを持っていってましたが
船にもありました。(Rx.マスク)
度は4.0まであって、視力0.1位の方まで大丈夫な様です。
でも、フィンなどの貸し出しが済んだあと地味~に聞いて
回っているので、最初マスクの貸し出しのときに「Rxマスク
が欲しい！」と言った方がよいと思います。
ケアラケクア湾はとても美しく、すぐ近くに色とりどりの
魚が泳いでいて、子供たちは時間ギリギリまでシュノーケ
リングを楽しんでいました。
お天気が曇りがちだったこともあって帰りは結構寒かった
ので、タオルだけではなくて羽織るものがあった方が
良かったかな~
大人も子供も楽しめるツアーで、参加して良かったです！

Tour of a lifetrime. Chose Blue Hawaiian because of their safety and tour awards. Definitely well-earned! Pilot Bob was knowledgable about Hawaii and well-spoken (and charismatic). He included all the passengers in his presentation and used our names. Always nice! Definitely a fun ride - and a view you can only appreciate from a helicopter.