Reviewed by: ナギサ
It was my first time snorkeling, and it had been a while since I last went into the ocean, but I had so much fun that I forgot all about that! The staff were all very thoughtful in making sure everyone could see the dolphins, and it was especially enjoyable to watch Daisuke swimming with them. I was so captivated by the dolphins that it was hard to stay close to everyone. I definitely want to participate again if I come back, and if there's anyone hesitating about going alone, I really encourage you to join! In the session I attended, there were three people who came alone.
シュノーケリングは初めてでしたし、海に入るのも久しぶりでしたが、そんなこと忘れるぐらい楽しかった!
スタッフの方が皆さんイルカが見れるようにいろいろ考えてくださっていて、何よりダイスケさんがイルカと一緒に泳いでるのを見てるのも楽しかったです。
イルカに夢中になり過ぎて、皆さんと離れないようにするのが大変なぐらいでした。
また来たら是非参加したいですし、お一人の方で迷ってる方がいたら是非参加して欲しいです。
私が参加した会は、一人の方も3人いましたよ。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/06 |
Reviewed by: ヤンチャ子
I previously participated in a dolphin swimming tour on Oahu, but it was just getting on and off the boat while watching the dolphins swim quickly along the ocean floor from above. Based on that experience, I didn't have high expectations for this tour, but it was completely different!
The dolphins swam slowly beside us, going right, left, forward, backward, and up and down. It felt like I was right in the middle of a sea full of dolphins! Many dolphins appeared one after another, so once you get into the water, you can slowly enjoy your time with them. There were also lots of baby dolphins, and we even encountered a manta ray. We successfully encountered dolphins on every attempt! It was truly a wonderful time. Captain Ken's driving was exceptional, almost like an attraction, and his ability to anticipate where the dolphins would come from was outstanding. My daughter, who got to experience steering the boat, was thrilled. (In Hawaii, it seems that if a responsible person is nearby, you can experience steering the boat.)
Our guide, Kevin, was humble and kind, showing the dolphins to the little children nearby. The attention to guests, both on the boat and in the shuttle, was truly wonderful and made us feel happy.
This dolphin swim tour is the real deal! I highly recommend it! Don't hesitate to participate! Just so you know, there are no showers, so when you return to the port, you'll change in the restroom before dispersing.
By the way, our Mauna Kea summit tour was canceled on the day due to hurricane effects, and we urgently signed up for the manta night snorkel that same evening, and they kindly allowed us to join, which was very moving!
Thank you very much, President Nawata! Aloha Kona Tours is amazing!
以前オアフ島でイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加をしましたが、ボートから降りたり乗ったりを繰り返すばかりで、イルカが海の底を速いスピードで泳いでいくのを上から眺めているだけでした。そんな経験から、今回も同じようなツアーかと期待はせずに向かいましたが、全く!違いました!
本当にイルカが右に左に、前に後ろに、下から上にと、ゆっくり私達のそばを泳いで行きます。イルカだらけの真ん中に自分が居る感じです!
沢山のイルカが次から次に現れるので、一度海に入ると、ゆっくり、イルカとの時間を楽しむことが出来ます。赤ちゃんイルカも沢山いて、マンタにも会えました。すべてのトライでイルカとの遭遇に成功!本当に素晴らしい時間でした。ボートキャプテン・ケンさんのアトラクション並みの運転やイルカの来る方向の先読みは抜群で、ボート操縦体験をさせて頂いた娘は大喜びでした。(ハワイでは責任者が傍にいれば、ボート操縦体験が出来るそうです。)
ガイドのケビンさんは、謙虚で優しく、小さいお子さんの傍に付いてイルカを
見せてあげていました。ボートの中でも送迎の車の中でも、ゲストに対する気配りは本当に素晴らしく、幸せな気持ちにさせてくれました。
ここのドルフィン・スイム・ツアーは本物です!
おススメです!迷わずに参加してみて下さい!
参考までに、シャワーなどは無いので、港に戻ったらトイレで着替えて解散です。
因みに、私たちは、マウナケア山頂ツアーがハリケーンの影響で当日キャンセルとなり、同日の夜、マンタ・ナイト・シュノーケルに急遽申し込みをしたのですが、快く参加をさせて頂き、感激致しました!
社長の縄田さん、本当にありがとうございました!
アロハ・コナ・ツアーズ素晴らしいです!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/26 |
Reviewed by: Rei
Among the many dolphin tours available, I read reviews and was unsure which company to choose, but in the end, I made the right decision with this tour. After participating in the first day's tour, I was so moved that I ended up signing up for an additional tour on-site. I was taken care of for three days.
The staff and captain conveyed their desire for the guests to have fun. Additionally, it's common for snorkeling tour equipment to be in poor condition, but the snorkeling sets here were well-maintained, clean, and safe to use. I think it's wonderful that they pay attention to even the small details.
I would love to go back to the Big Island to meet the dolphins again. Thank you very much!
数あるイルカツアーの中で、どの会社にしようか口コミを拝見し、悩んだ結果、こちらのツアーにして大正解でした。
1日目のツアーに参加後、感動しすぎて現地で追加申込みをしてしまいました。3日間お世話になりました。
スタッフ、船長がゲストに楽しんで貰いたいって気持ちが伝わってきました。
また、よくあるシュノーケリングツアーの器材って綺麗でない場合が多いのですが、こちらのシュノーケリングセットは手入れもよく、綺麗で安心して使えるものばかりでした。
細かな事にも気が使えるのって素晴らしいと思います。
またハワイ島で、イルカに会いに行きたいと思います。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/31 |
Reviewed by: IKU
As soon as we left the bay, we encountered a pod of dolphins. I thought it would be enough to see ten, but we ended up meeting over a hundred dolphins! Everywhere I looked, there were dolphins, dolphins, dolphins!
The instructor, Daisuke, was a friendly and fun person, almost like a friend. The boat operator, Hitomi, was also refreshing and kind.
It was a very satisfying tour, but I wish we could have taken pictures with the dolphins underwater. I think I felt that way especially because I forgot my underwater camera at the hotel.
入り江を出た途端にイルカの群れに遭遇。10頭も出会えれば十分と思っていたのに、総数100頭を超えるイルカに出会ってしまいました。
こちらを向いてもあちらを向いても、いるか、イルカ、いるか!
インストラクターのダイスケさん。友達みたいに気さくな楽しい方でした。
ボートの操縦士のひとみさんも、さっぱりして優しいひとでした。
とても満足できるツアーでしたが、できればイルカと海の中で一緒の写真を撮っていただけたらな~と思いました。水中カメラをホテルに忘れてしまったので特に思ったのだと思います。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/01 |
Reviewed by: おぼう
This time, I came to Hawaii Island for the first time. What I wanted to experience most with my husband was swimming with dolphins. The weather on the day of the tour was perfect! With Captain Hitomi and tour guide Kevin leading us, we sped out to where the dolphins were resting! (I was worried about seasickness, but thanks to the fast boat, it was fun and over in no time, so I was totally fine.) It felt like an attraction, and seeing Hawaii Island from the sea was such a luxurious experience. After about 15 minutes, we arrived at the dolphins' location, and with the great teamwork of Captain Hitomi and Kevin, we dove in where the dolphins were coming. It was truly the best day, and we encountered countless dolphins! We swam together! Looking down, there were dolphins; looking sideways, there were dolphins, and my excitement was at its peak! I even met a dolphin lady, which felt lucky. While waiting on the boat, the dolphins put on a show, jumping and spinning around, making it an incredible tour. We also encountered sea turtles, enjoyed watching fish and coral while waiting for the dolphins, and felt happiness in the blue sea, creating the best memories. If you come to Hawaii Island, I absolutely recommend this tour! You will definitely leave satisfied!
今回、初めてハワイ島に来ました。旦那さんと真っ先に体験したいと思ったのがイルカと泳ぐ事です。ツアー当日の天候は最高!船長のひとみさん、ツアーガイドののケヴィンさんに率いてもらってイルカたちが休んでいるところまでボートを飛ばして行きます!(船酔いを気にしていましたが、ボートが速いおかげで楽しいのとあっという間なのとで、全然平気でした。)これがまたアトラクションのようで楽しく、またハワイ島を海側から見られて、すごく贅沢な気分です。15分くらいで、イルカたちの所に着き、船長のひとみさんとケヴィンさんの息のあったコンビネーションでイルカたちがくる所にもぐりこみます。当日は本当に最高の日で、数えきれないほどのイルカ達と遭遇!一緒に泳ぎました!下を見てもイルカ、横を見てもイルカで、テンションはマックスでした!イルカおばさんにも出会え、それもラッキーな感じでした。ボートで待機している時もイルカのショーのようにイルカ達がジャンプしたり、くるくる廻ったり、本当に最高のツアーとなりました。他にもウミガメにも遭遇したり、イルカ待機中に魚・珊瑚礁観賞をしたり、海の青さに幸せを感じだり、最高の思い出となりました。ハワイ島に来たら、絶対ここのツアーをお勧めします!満足して帰れる事間違いなしです!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/02 |
Reviewed by: いがいが
I was anxious about whether I would really encounter wild dolphins, but our guide Daisuke was already smiling and pointing to the sea in the car on the way to the port, saying, "I have a feeling they might be around here," which greatly increased my expectations.
Then, just after we set sail, without even having time to prepare myself, we were instructed to "get in!" and as soon as I entered the water, a lot of dolphins were swimming right in front of me. Among them was a small baby dolphin, and I learned it was about a week old, so it seems we encountered a very lucky pod.
My daughter was the youngest participant, so Daisuke stayed close to her, and thanks to that, dolphins came close, and she was thrilled to see them up close. It seemed like we hit the jackpot that day, as we saw the pod multiple times in the water, along with dolphins jumping and spinning, and others surfing on the waves; we were able to witness various scenes.
Additionally, Daisuke and the boat operator, Nawata, made a wonderful team, and it was impressive how they took care to ensure all participants enjoyed themselves on board. I plan to sign up for this tour again the next time I come to Hawaii. Thank you very much.
野生のイルカに本当に出会えるのか不安でしたが、ガイドのダイスケさんが港に向かう車中で既に「あの辺に居そうな気がする」と海を指しながらニコニコだったので、一気に期待が膨らみました。
そして、出港直後、心の準備をする間もなく「入って!」の指示で海に入るとたくさんのイルカが目の前を泳いでいました。その中に小さな赤ちゃんイルカもいたのですが、生後1週間くらいかな、というお話でとてもラッキーな群れに遭遇したようです。
娘は参加者の中で最年少だったのでダイスケさんが側にいてくれたのですが、おかげでイルカが近寄ってきてくれて至近距離で見たと喜んでいました。
この日は当たりだったようで、何度も何度も海中で群れを見せてもらいましたし、ジャンプして回転するイルカや波に乗ってサーフィンするイルカ、色んな場面を見ることができました。
また、ダイスケさんとボートの操縦士の縄田さんがとても素敵なコンビで、参加者全員が楽しめるようにボード上でも色々と気配りしてくださったのが印象的でした。
次にハワイに来る時もまたこちらのツアーに申し込むつもりです。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: ゆっきー
I encountered a lot of dolphins! The guide mentioned that it's rare to meet so many dolphins, so I was glad to dive at such a great time. It was my first time snorkeling, but I was able to swim without any issues. I'm grateful for this wonderful experience and the great memories made in Hawaii.
たくさんのイルカに遭遇できました!
ガイドの方も、こんなに沢山のイルカに出会えることはめったにない!
と言うくらい良いタイミングで潜れてよかったです。
初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、問題なく泳ぐ事が
できました。
ハワイでの良い思い出になりとても良い体験ができて感謝しています。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/09 |
Reviewed by: リカママ
The round-trip boat ride felt like rafting, which might be risky for those prone to seasickness, but my children actually enjoyed it like an attraction. Upon arrival at the point, we saw countless dolphins and watched baby dolphins jump multiple times. They even let us try snorkeling ahead of the pod's movement, which was very satisfying. My parents, around 70 years old, also enjoyed themselves while holding onto floats. The staff was very kind as well. Thank you very much.
往復のボートはラフティングような感じで、酔いやすい方は危険かもしれませんが、我が家の子供達はアトラクションのようで楽しいとむしろ喜んでいました。 ポイントに到着すると、数えきれないイルカのむれ、子供イルカのジャンプを何度も見られましたし、群れの移動を先回りしてシュノーケルのトライをしてくれて、大満足でした。70前後の両親も浮きにつかまりながら楽しんでいました。スタッフの方もとても親切でした。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/22 |
Reviewed by: イシカワ母さん
We participated as a group of four, including three children. Our guide, Daisuke, had a wonderful love for dolphins. He was kind and funny, keeping everyone entertained during the drive to the port. His desire for everyone to see many dolphins was evident, and we indeed saw a lot.
Captain Hitomi was also fantastic, communicating the direction of the dolphins to everyone in the water and anticipating their movements to position the boat ahead. Her genuine intention to ensure everyone was satisfied was clear.
I'm really glad we participated.
3人の子供の計4名で参加しました。ガイドのダイスケさん、イルカ愛が素晴らしかった。優しく、面白く、港に着くまでの車中も皆を楽しませてくれてました。沢山のイルカを皆に見てもらおうという気持ちが伝わりました。実際たくさん見れました。
船長のヒトミさんがまた素晴らしく、船上からイルカのくる方向を海の中の皆へ伝えたり、イルカの方向を読んで船の先回りをしたり、商売っ気がなく、皆に満足して貰おうという気持ちがこれまた伝わってきました。
参加してとてもよかったです。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/13 |
Reviewed by: のりりん
A fun guide and a cheerful captain took us by boat to see the dolphins. They predicted the dolphins' movements, and as soon as we spotted a pod, we jumped into the water. Even my 10-year-old was able to chase and swim around with the dolphins while snorkeling. We were allowed to swim freely, but if we stayed close to the guide, they would pull us right next to the dolphins. Of course, they always kept an eye on everyone's safety, allowing us to enjoy ourselves. It was so much fun to swim while predicting the dolphins' movements as they headed to the surface! Thank you!
楽しいガイドさんに、陽気な船長さんがボートでイルカのところまで連れて行ってくれます。イルカの動きを予測して、群れを見つけたら即海へ。10歳の子も十分シュノーケルでイルカを追っかけて泳ぎ回ってました。自由に泳がせてもらいながらも、ガイドさんの近くにいればほんとイルカのすぐ横まで引っ張ってってもらえます。もちろんみんなの安全も常に気を配ってくださって、自由に楽しめました。イルカが海面へ向かう動きを予測して泳ぐのはとっても楽しかった!ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Yumimin
まずは、ボートで数分走って、サンドバーを散歩しながら説明を聞いたり写真撮影などをします。
プライベートなので、人の少ない所に連れて行ってもらえるため、写真撮影では他の人が映らない景色をたくさん撮影することができました。そのあと、サンドバーの近くにあるシュノーケリングスポット(ちょうど水深が深くなるところ)に移動して、希望者はシュノーケルをしました。大きな魚がたくさんいました。
お腹がすいてきたので、船上でランチです。同じツアー会社の大人数を乗せる船も催行しており、そこで焼いたカルビやソーセージも頂き、最後は、ウォーターアクティビティーを楽しみました。3時間は長すぎるかと思いきやあっという間に楽しい時間が過ぎ去ってしまいましたが、非常によい思い出になりました。
昼食用のごはんや飲み物は、とっても美味しく満足のいく量があります。お酒を3缶持っていき、氷がたくさん入ったアイスボックスで冷やしてもらいもらえました。
シュノーケルセットは、透明度が高く海の中がくっきり見え、視力が弱くても海の中ではきれいに見えます。
6人いるなら絶対にプライベートボートがおすすめです。
さわやかで優しい日本人女性ガイドさんと、若々しく機転を利かせながらもてなしてくれるキャプテンの2名が、きめ細やかな対応をしてくださいました。写真もたくさん撮影してくださるし、子供のわがままにも応えてくれ(早く次に行きたい、あれがやりたいなど)ました。シュノーケルする前に、シュノーケリングの基本を教えてくださり、ガイドさんは常にライフセーバー用の浮き棒をもってシュノーケルのところまで一緒に来てくださるので、いつでも安心です。本当にどうもありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | Morning & Afternoon Charter Tour (until 03/31/2019) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Yama
We participated as a couple. It was both of our first time snorkeling, but since the other participants were experienced, our two guides were almost constantly there to support us. We were able to see many dolphins swimming up close, and I got to see a dolphin resting underwater for the first time while snorkeling. My wife had some seasickness and couldn't swim much, so I recommend that anyone who is prone to motion sickness take some medication beforehand.
夫婦2人で参加しました。2人ともスノーケリングは初めてでしたが、他の参加者が経験者だったこともあり、2人のガイドさんが、ほとんどつきっきりでフォローしてくれました。たくさんのイルカが泳いでいる姿を間近で見ることができ、スノーケリングでは、海中で休んでいるイルカを初めて見ることができました。妻は船酔いもあって、あまり泳げませんでしたので、乗り物酔いしやすい人は、あらかじめ酔い止めを飲んだ方がいいです。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/11 |
Reviewed by: sai
We were lucky enough to see a considerable number of dolphins, including a group. After spotting them at the first location, we continued searching for more spots, and in the end, we were able to see many wild dolphins at all four spots we visited, which was thrilling. During the journey, the discussions about dolphins were engaging, and the fun atmosphere made for a satisfying experience.
大当たりで群れ含めてかなりの数のイルカを見ることができました。最初のスポットで見れた後も、更なるスポット探しに余念がなく、結局回った4スポット全てで多くの野生のイルカを見ることができ、感激でした。移動中もイルカにまつわるトークはもちろんのこと、楽しい雰囲気で盛り上げてくれ、満足いく時間を過ごすことができました。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/15 |
Reviewed by: hiroki
I apologize for being a bit late, but I was told to "please come calmly." My daughter was at the very edge of the age limit to participate, but she quickly got along with the older kids and seemed to have a great time meeting the dolphins. Thank you for taking care of her!
多少遅れてしまったのですが「落ち着いて来てください」とのこと…。
申し訳ありませんでした。
娘が、参加可能年齢ギリギリだったのですが、
あっという間にお兄さんたちと打ち解け、たのしくイルカと出会えたようです。
かわいがってくださってありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/14 |
Reviewed by: まるまるまま
I had been repeatedly turned down by dolphins in Oahu, Guam, Saipan, and Bali. I signed up for my first dolphin tour on the Big Island, but my family gave me cold looks, saying, "You won't see any dolphins anyway." Deep down, I was filled with a sense of foreboding that I wouldn't see them. (Just in case I didn't see any dolphins on this tour, I booked a stay at Hilton Waikoloa Village, planning to participate in a dolphin program with my kids if all else failed...)
When I mentioned this, our guide Daisuke said, "Let's end that unfortunate record today! Don't worry! You'll see them!" His encouraging words gave me hope. As I boarded the boat, I silently prayed, "I believe!" Just one minute in, I heard, "Oh, there are dolphins!" and when I looked out at the sea, there they were!!! I had never seen them before, but I recognized them immediately! The dolphins were swimming with their dorsal fins breaking the surface repeatedly. And then, we quickly went into the water! There were dolphins everywhere; I was amazed at how many there were. At that moment, I was truly moved...
However, the ocean is vast, and when they dive deep, we just had to wait. But Daisuke dove down to the dolphins. Strangely, they were drawn to him and came up to the surface near us! Incredible, just incredible!
According to Daisuke, "Today, the dolphins are really in a good mood; if I call them ten times, they'll respond every time." (Daisuke can tell the dolphins' moods... that's amazing...) When a dolphin swam past me over my shoulder, I was just overwhelmed with emotion. A regular participant (who has joined this tour about 50 times) said that the dolphins are attracted to Daisuke, and he has never failed to see them.
What I found most wonderful about this tour, especially as a family participant, was when Daisuke said, "Parents, please focus on yourselves. I'll take care of the kids." He actually helped the children who were struggling to get to the dolphins in the water. Thanks to him, I was able to chase the dolphins freely and enjoy myself without worry. I believe families can participate with peace of mind, and it's clear why there are so many regulars; it was a fantastic tour.
We encountered a large group of dolphins just one minute after boarding, but on average, it takes about 50 minutes to find a pod of dolphins.
Once my children's exams are over, I want to go back to the Big Island and join the tour again!
オアフ島・グアム・サイパン・バリ・・・と何度も何度もイルカにフラれ続けた私。
ハワイ島での初のイルカツアーをこちらに申し込みましたが「どうせイルカには会えないって」と家族からも冷たい視線を送られる私。
内心、会えない予感でいっぱいでした。
(今回のツアーで会えなかった場合に備えて、ヒルトンワイコロアビレッジに宿泊。最悪子供とドルフィンプログラムに参加するつもりでした・・・。)
その話をすると、ガイドのダイスケさん、「その不名誉な記録は今日で終わりにしましょう!大丈夫です!会えます!」と力強いお言葉。
「信じてますよ~!!」と心の中で祈りつつ、乗船して一分。
「あ、イルカいますよ~」と言われ、目を海にやるとイルカちゃんが!!!
今までに一度も見たことないのに、すぐに分かりました!
イルカちゃんが何度も何度も海面に背びれを出して泳いでました。
そして、早速海の中へ!
います、います、イルカちゃん達。本当に一体何匹いるんだろうと驚くばかりのイルカの群れ。もうこの時点で私は感動。。。。
ただ海は広いので、深いところへもぐってしまうと、ただ待つことになるのですが、ダイスケさんが素潜りでイルカちゃん達のもとへ。
不思議なことに、それに誘われてイルカちゃんが海面に上がってきて私たちの近くまでやってきてくれるのです!すごい、すごすぎる!
ダイスケさん曰く、「今日は本当にイルカちゃんみんな機嫌がよくて、10回誘ったら10回応えてくれる感じです~」とのことでした。
(イルカちゃんの機嫌がわかる、ダイスケさん、、、すごすぎる。。。)
誘われてきたイルカが私の肩越しにすれ違った時は本当にただただ、感動してしまいました。
常連の方(いままでこちらのツアーに50回くらい参加されている)曰く、ダイスケさんにイルカちゃんはひきつけられてくるんで、一度も会えなかった事はないです~とのことでした。
何より家族で参加した私が一番このツアーで素敵だな~と思ったのは、
「お父さん、お母さんは自分のことをしっかりやってください。子供のことは僕が見ます」とダイスケさんがおっしゃってくださり、実際うまく海の中でイルカのところへ行けな子供達を適時面倒見てくれたこことです。
おかげで、私は本当にのびのびイルカを追いかけまわして、心置きなく楽しむことができました。
家族連れの方も安心して参加していただけると思いますし、常連さんがいらっしゃるのがよくわかる、素敵なツアーでした。
今回私たちは乗船して1分でイルカの大群に出会うことができましたが、平均的にはイルカの群れを見つけるためには、50分くらいかかるそうです。
子供の受験が終わったらまたハワイ島に行ってツアーに参加したいと思ってます!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/12 |
Reviewed by: asami
I never expected to meet so many wild dolphins, so it was truly a wonderful experience. I was nervous because I'm not good at swimming, but they held my hand the whole time and checked in on me frequently, which helped me relax and enjoy it. ♡ It became the best honeymoon!
野生のイルカにあんなたくさん会えるなんて思ってなかったので本当に素敵な体験が出来ました。泳ぐのが苦手で不安だったんですが、ずっと手を引いてくれて声かけもこまめにしてくださってリラックスして楽しめました♡
最高のハネムーンになりました!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/08 |
Reviewed by: aoipapa
We were able to enjoy over 100 dolphins just one minute after departure! Captain Nawata and Daisuke taught us a lot, and we had a wonderful snorkeling experience two years later! Highly recommended.
出港から1分で100頭以上のイルカと楽しむことができました!!船長の縄田さんや、だいすけさんに色々と教えていただき2年後しの楽しいシュノーケリングができました!とてもおすすめです。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/12 |
Reviewed by: ドラえもん
The boat was a bit small, but it was agile and great for getting close to the dolphins. There was one male and one female guide, and with the guests included, there were about ten people total, which felt just right. The male guide was Daisuke. After leaving the harbor, I saw Daisuke on the boat, who absolutely loves dolphins and was excited like a child, which made me feel at ease from the start. I had no worries at all. As he said, the dolphins come to you, so this method is enjoyable even for beginners. This way of dolphin swimming is gentle for both the dolphins and people, so if I do dolphin swimming again, I would like to request Daisuke.
Personally, I thought the water temperature might be low, so I borrowed a wetsuit, but after finishing, I realized I should have taken it off to enter the water for diving. However, the dolphins came really close, so the kids could see them up close, and it was a very enjoyable tour. Thank you very much.
P.S. It seemed that some people got seasick during the tour, so I think anyone who isn't confident should definitely take Anelon (there's also a children's version) to enjoy the experience without worrying about seasickness.
ボートは小さめでしたが、機動力もあるし、イルカのそばに近づくにはいいですね。船長、ガイドさんが男性1人、女性1人で、お客さんも入れて全員で10人ぐらいでちょうどいい感じで、その男性ガイドさんがだいすけさんでした。だいすけさんが、港を離れてから、ボート上で、イルカが大好きで、もう、まるで少年のようにワクワクしているのを見て、最初から安心しておまかせできました。全く不安なしでした。イルカは自分から来てくれるから~という通りで、このやりかたなら、初心者でも楽しめますね。このドルフィンスイムのやり方は、イルカにとっても、人にも優しいので、ドルフィンスイムをやるなら、また、だいすけさんにお願いしたいです。
個人的には、水温が低いかもと思い、ウェットスーツをお借りしたですが、潜るためにも、脱いでエントリーすべきだったと、終わったあと、思いました。でも、イルカたちは、ばっちり近くにたくさん来てくれたので、子供も近くで見れて、とても楽しいツアーでした。ありがとうございました。
P.S.
ツアー中、船酔いした方もいたようなので、自信がある方意外は、アネロン(子供用もあります)を必ず飲んで参加したほうが、船酔いの心配ゼロで楽しめると思いました。
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/28 |
Reviewed by: Madison Baumann
We celebrated my parents 40th anniversary on the boat and couldn’t have asked for a better evening. The boat, crew, food, drinks and sunset were incredible! This is a must do!
So awesome!! Thanks for sharing guys and thanks for the super kind review! Congrats on 40 years Mom and Dad!
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/28 |
Reviewed by: HOb
The day before the tour, I received a notification about a change in the pickup time. It was only 15 minutes earlier, but since I don't frequently check my emails while traveling, I almost missed it.
On the day of the tour, there were other guests, but perhaps due to the large number of participants, our family of four was directed to a larger boat that seemed to be a different English tour boat called "Hang Loose." We joined about 20 foreign guests on board. A Japanese guide accompanied us, and since the explanations were provided in Japanese, we had no difficulties. However, it felt a bit misleading to call this a "small group of up to 10 people" (although it was true that the guide was only responsible for our family of four). I also felt that the content of the tour was somewhat different from what other Japanese guests experienced.
In the end, I actually thought it was better for our family to be on the boat we were assigned to. First, the Japanese guide who also handled the transportation to the hotel was dedicated solely to our family of four, creating a private guide experience. On the boat, they were attentive to our health and provided light snacks, and they constantly supported our two elementary school children, who were not very familiar with the sea, which made us feel secure.
Shortly after departure, we spotted dolphins and entered the water twice. Although we didn't spend a long time in the water due to our inexperience with snorkeling, the children were able to see the dolphins. After the second time, when we got back on the boat, it sped off to a distant location. The guide informed us that this boat also takes guests to Captain Cook. In the waters in front of the Captain Cook monument, we were able to leisurely see many fish while snorkeling. It seemed that the relaxed snorkeling at Captain Cook suited our children better than the hurried movements chasing dolphins. After that, the boat returned while we enjoyed the view of the cliffs along the coast.
Although the content was somewhat different from what was described at the time of booking, our family was very satisfied with the tour, and we are very grateful to the guide who assisted us. However, if you strongly wish to swim with dolphins, you might be disappointed if you end up on a boat similar to ours.
ツアー前日の午後になって、ピックアップ時間変更の連絡がありました。集合が15分早くなっただけでしたが、旅先で頻繁にメールを見ているわけではないので、危うく見過ごすところでした。
当日は他のお客さんも居ましたが、参加人数が多かったせいか、うちの家族4人は他の参加者とは異なる大き目の船へ案内されました。案内されたのは Hang loose と書かれた別の英語のツアー船のようで、20人程度の外国のお客さんの中にうちの家族4人が同乗する形。日本人のガイドの方が同行してくれて、説明等は日本語で聞けたので何の不自由もありませんでしたが、これを「最大10名の少人数制」と呼ぶのか???という感じ(確かに日本人ガイドさんが担当しているのはうちの4人だけではありますが)。 ツアーの内容も他の日本人のお客さんとは異なるものだったような気がします。
ただ、結果としては、うちの家族にとっては、むしろ案内された船で良かったと思いました。まず、ホテルまでの送迎も担当してくれた日本人ガイドさんが、我が家の4名のみに付きっ切りというプライベートガイド状態。船上では体調や軽食などいろいろ気配りをしていただき、海中では海が不慣れな小学生の2人の子供を常にサポートしてもらい安心できました。
出港後、ほどなくイルカを見つけ海に入ったのが2回。シュノーケルに不慣れで手間取ったこともあって、そんなに長い時間ではありませんでしたが、子供たちもイルカを見ることができました。2回目が終わって船に上がったところで船はスピードを上げて遠方へ。ガイドさんから、この船はキャプテンクックにも案内していると教えてもらいました。キャプテンクックの記念碑の前の海ではシュノーケリングでたくさんの魚をのんびり見ることができました。うちの子供達にはイルカを追って慌ただしく動くよりも、キャプテンクックでのゆったりしたシュノーケリングの方が合っていたようです。その後、船は海岸沿いの崖を見物しながら帰港しました。
申し込み時の案内とは内容が多少異なっていましたが、我が家的には非常に満足できるツアーでしたし、担当してくれたガイドさんにも非常に感謝しております。
ただ、もしイルカと泳ぎたいということを強く願って参加される場合は、今回の我々と同じような船に同乗することになると残念に思ってしまうかもしれません。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Maui traveler
We enjoyed our time. The only concern I had was when it came time to find the boat. Their were no signs on the shore or instructions where to go. The food was fine, but it ran out.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/17 |
Reviewed by: カハラ
The tour that day consisted of just two people, including myself, who had snorkeling experience. I'm grateful they held the tour with the minimum number of participants.
First, we searched for dolphins off the coast of Kailua-Kona. There were many tour boats gathering around a pod of dolphins, and the sea was already filled with people! The waters off Kailua-Kona were as crowded as Takeshita Street! Amidst all this, Captain K skillfully predicted the dolphins' movements and dropped us in an area with fewer people.
By repeating the process of moving the boat, dropping us, surfacing, and moving again, we were able to chase the pod of dolphins more dynamically, doubling our chances! Dolphins surfaced right in front of us to breathe and passed by!
According to our guide, "Dolphins will avoid people if they're in a bad mood," but today we were lucky, and the dolphins didn't seem to mind people. It was a lucky day! I had a fantastic time on the tour! When I visit the Big Island again, I will definitely join another tour! Mahalo!
当日のツアーはシュノーケル経験のある方と私の2名でした。
ツアー最小挙行人数で開催してくれて感謝です。
まずはドルフィンを探してカイルアコナの沖へ
ポイントには沢山のツアーボートがドルフィンの群れを
追い集結しており、海には沢山の人が既にいる状態!
カイルアコナ沖が竹下通りのごとく人人人!
そん中船長のKさんうまくドルフィンの動きを予想して
あまり人混みのない海域で私たちをドロップさせてくれました。
船移動→ドロップ→上がってまた移動→ドロップ
と繰り返すことで機動的にドルフィンの群れを追うことで
チャンスが倍増!
すぐ目の前をドルフィンたちがブローのため浮上して通過して行く!
ガイドさん曰く「ドルフィンも機嫌が悪いと人を極端に避ける」そうで
今日は運が良くドルフィンたちも人を嫌がらない
ラッキーデイだね!と言っていただき
大満足なツアーを過ごせました!
またハワイ島を訪れる時はまたツアーに参加します!
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン<1名様お申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Deanne C.
We had a seamless experience with booking our private ash scattering on the Holokai catamaran. My mother wanted her ashes to be scattered off of Waikiki and it was such a beautiful celebration. All of the Holokai crew were wonderful and the ladies who helped with the booking via phone were very helpful too. I’m so glad we decided to book this private charter. My family had a very memorable experience as we celebrated Moms life. The bonus was being able to play a playlist of my moms favorite songs. Mahalo Nui Loa!!
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| Packages: | Ash Scattering Memorial Charter |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/12 |
Reviewed by: よしよし
The English guide spoke in an easy-to-understand manner, so there were no issues. The dolphins were very cute, diving a few meters and swimming close to the surface. I've been to see the dolphins in Mikurajima, Tokyo, twice, but the ones in Hawaii Island definitely come closer. I was a bit worried that the coral in Kealakekua Bay seemed to be dying off. Finally, a fruit platter was served, and it was delicious!
英語のガイドさんでしたが聞き取りやすい話し方で問題なかったです。イルカは数メートル潜ったり水面近くを泳いだりしていて、とても可愛かったです。東京の御蔵島のイルカも2度見に行ったことがありますが、ハワイ島の方が断然近付いてきます。ケアラケクア湾は珊瑚が枯れ気味?少し心配になりました。最後にフルーツの盛り合わせが出てきて美味しかった!!
Dear Yoshiyoshi,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour and for leaving such a thoughtful comment. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. It seems the dolphins came close to you as well. Indeed, coral is affected by various factors such as sunscreen and global warming. To leave a beautiful Earth for the next generation, we should reflect on our actions as humans. I'm also pleased to hear that you enjoyed the fruit platter. Thank you again.
よしよし様
この度は弊社のツアーにご参加いただき、またこうしてコメントを残していただき、誠にありがとうございました。楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。イルカたちも近づいてきてくれたようですね。そうですね、珊瑚は、日焼け止めや地球温暖化など、様々な要因で影響を受けています。美しい地球を次世代に残すためにも、私たち人間の行いを改めていきたいですね。フルーツの盛り合わせも美味しく食べてもらえたようで、良かったです。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/02 |
Reviewed by: あこりん
I have done dolphin snorkeling in places like Honolulu, Guam, and the Ogasawara Islands, but this was the first time I encountered so many dolphins. In the early morning, the water was very clear, and I could see dolphins from a distance, but after a while, the water became murky, making it a bit difficult to find them even when they said, "There are dolphins!" However, I got to see baby dolphins and a lot of dolphin jumps, which made me very satisfied. There was someone in the tour who was free diving, and I was really envious of them. When we were leaving, the captain sped off at an incredible speed, so be careful! (laughs)
ホノルルやグァム、小笠原などでイルカシュノーケルをしたことがありますが、
こんなにたくさんのイルカと会えたのは初めてです。
朝一番は海も透明度が高く遠くのイルカもたくさん見えましたが
少し時間がたつと海が濁ってきて「イルカいるよー」と言われても潜ってしまうとちょっと探しづらかったです。
でも赤ちゃんイルカも見れたし、イルカジャンプもたくさん見れて大満足でした。
ツアーの中で一人巣潜りされてる方がいらして本当に羨ましかったです。
帰る時、船長さんが恐ろしいスピードでぶっ飛ばすので要注意です(笑)
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン<1名様申し込み> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/04 |
Reviewed by: Neil
Captain Mike and crew were unbelievable. Friendly and helpfull. They truly took care of us on this beautiful sunset trip.
We couldn't be happier knowing how much you enjoyed saying yes to adventure and look forward to your next visit! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Packages: | Until 12/31/2018 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Jason Cheng
I was very satisfied with this trip. The tour guide was very friendly, and despite my initial fear of water, the guide's efforts allowed me to enjoy the dolphin tour up close. I highly recommend this trip!!
此次的行程非常滿意,導遊人員非常親切,原本怕水的我,因導遊非盡力的導引之下,也讓我能近距離的享受海豚之旅。 此行程大大大推!!
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/01 |
Reviewed by: capgard
No complaints about the boat, captain and crew. It was all professional and attentive. Food was great, beer selection included local and usual brands. As advertised, they don't overcrowd the boat, so there's plenty of room for the passengers. I do recommend a light jacket and hat. Unless you stay in the cabin, you will get wet. How much will depend on where you sit/stand. Amazing views to be seen and we were lucky enough to see a school of porpoises jumping around the ship. Sunset off the aft (back) of the ship was worth it.
It's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your time on the water with us! Thank you so much for taking the time to tell us about your experience, and for sharing some great details for Veltra readers to consider! We hope to see you again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Packages: | Summer Sunset Sail (May - Sep) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Marge L
Great time on the Sea Maui. The music was wonderful! Really great service too. Got great shots of the sunset.
I would totally recommend this catamaran ride to everyone.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/28 |
Reviewed by: HIROKO
In the past, I watched a program where the hosts discovered and introduced the wonders of a certain world while answering quizzes. I saw footage of former synchronized swimmer Mikako Kotani swimming freely with dolphins, and I dreamed of swimming with dolphins like that. It was truly a happy time when that dream came true!
I was told not to touch them, but the dolphins came so close that it felt like they were about to bump into me. They swam alongside me, followed behind in a group, and suddenly one appeared right beneath me. I had so much fun playing with the dolphins! (*^^*)
The dolphins on the Big Island of Hawaii are said to be friendlier than those on other islands and will come close to you. So, if you're going to do a dolphin swim, I highly recommend the Big Island!
Also, I was lucky enough to see a manta ray! That seemed to be a stroke of luck. The tour guides were also dedicated to helping us find dolphins and ensuring we had a great time.
You can borrow a wetsuit, which is enough to keep you afloat, but if you're feeling anxious, you can also borrow a floating pole (a cylindrical float), so even if you're not a strong swimmer, you'll be fine. There was even a little boy, about three years old, who was entering the water with the guide's support. (Little ones must wear life jackets.)
When I posted about it on Facebook, someone immediately expressed interest in going, so I recommended this tour. When we come back to the Big Island, we will definitely participate in this tour again! Thank you so much! (*^^*)
昔、某世界のふしぎを発見・紹介しながら出演者がクイズに答える番組で、元シンクロ選手の小谷実可子さんがイルカと自由に泳いでる映像を観て、イルカと泳ぐことに憧れていました。
あんな風にイルカと泳げたらいいな、と思っていた状況が実現して、本当に幸せな時間でした!
触っちゃいけないと言われてましたが、イルカの方からぶつかりそうなくらい近くまで寄ってきて、横に並んで泳いだり、群れの後ろについて泳いだり、突然イルカが私の下から現れたりして、イルカに遊んでもらえて本当に楽しかったです(*^^*)
ハワイ島のイルカは他の島より人懐っこく、近くまで来てくれるそうです。なので、ドルフィンスイムをするなら、ハワイ島が一番オススメ!!
あと、ラッキーなことにマンタも観れました!それは運が良かったみたいです。
ツアーガイドの皆さんもイルカを探したり、先回りしたり、楽しめるように尽力してくださってました。
ウェットスーツを借りるので、それだけでも十分浮けますが、不安な人はフローティングポール(筒状の浮き具)を借りられるので泳ぎが得意でなくても大丈夫です。3歳くらいの男の子も、ガイドさんに支えてもらいながら海に入ってました。(ちっちゃい子はライフジャケット着用)
Facebookにあげたら、早速行きたい!という人がいたので、ここのツアーをオススメしました。
私達もまたハワイ島に来る時は、このツアーに参加します!
ありがとうございました!(*^^*)
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| Packages: | 現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/23 |
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アロハ!キャプテンブルース貸し切りツアーご参加ありがとうございました。
Yumimin様のレポート、自分のところのツアーなのになんかドキドキワクワクして参加したくなっちゃいました(笑)。
またぜひ遊びにいらして下さいね。マハロ!