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I spent a consideral amount of time researching some of the different options for sight seeing tours of the Napali Coast and found this to have the best reviews and all of them were 100% accurate. My girlfriend and I had been very active on our trip to Kauai up to this point and looked to this as a relaxing evening which it was. The Caiptain (his name escapes me) was very funny throughout the trip making sure to update us when we were near items of interest and was also a very skilled navigator, at one point situating the stern of the boat under a waterfall for people who wanted to go under it.
The two deck hands (I am not sure the proper title) were very attentive to all of the guests aboard throughout the entire trip. I forget the gentelmens name that I spoke with but he stood with me for some time explaining to me much of the history of the Napali Coast as well as what it has been like growing up on the Island which made my experience even better. The crew does whatever it takes to make sure you have the best experience possible and my tip to you is to tip them accordingly, they do a great job and deserve it!
I highly recommend this to anyone interested in having an informative relaxing experience. Also, the food was very good and the crew made sure that you always had a drink in your hand.
Thank you so much for joining us and for sharing your great review! Mahalo and Aloha
I was worried right after the big canoe race, but I guess I was lucky. I was able to see them multiple times. At first, they were swimming in the deep water, but after diving a few times, they gradually came closer. I was very satisfied.
大カヌーレースの直後で心配でしたが、ラッキーだったのでしょう。何度も見ることができました。最初は、深いところを泳いでイルカでしたが、何度か潜っているうちにだんだん近くに。大満足でした。
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The captain chose a spot with high visibility and let us swim with the dolphins. When the dolphins swam close, the guide raised his arm to signal us. They took plenty of time and made an effort to find the dolphins, so I'm glad I chose this tour. After reading this experience, I mistakenly thought Daisuke would be the guide, so it was a bit disappointing that he was on a different boat.
キャプテンが透明度が高そうな所を選んで、イルカと泳がせてくれました。イルカが泳いでくると、ガイドさんが腕をあげて、合図してくれます。
たっぷり時間をかけて、ねばってイルカを探してくれるので、こちらのツアーにしてよかったです。
こちらの体験談をみて、ダイスケさんがガイドだと思いこんでいたので、ダイスケさんが別のボートに乗られたのだけが残念でした。
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On September 9th, we participated as a couple. We were lucky to encounter dolphins swimming in the shallow waters quite quickly, allowing us to get close multiple times without using much energy! We then moved to another location and encountered dolphins while they were on the move. We were told that we might not see them as often since they were moving, but it seemed they weren't moving as fast as we thought. We were able to keep up with them, and before we knew it, there were dolphins in front, below, and beside us! It was an emotional experience! I envied Daisuke for being able to dive and get even closer to play with them. This was our third dolphin tour, including other tour companies, and this one had the most content. Thank you very much. But I wonder if there are times when you really can't see them much. It was almost hard to believe.
９／９、夫婦で参加しました。
割とすぐ、浅瀬でぐるぐると泳ぐイルカたちと遭遇できたため、体力をあまり使わずなんども大接近！ラッキーでした！
場所を移し、今度は移動中のイルカと遭遇。移動中なのでさっきみたいに何度も見ることはできないかもと言われて海へ。でも、思ったほど早くは移動してなかったみたいで、一緒についていっても引き離されることなく、気づいたら前にも下にも隣にもイルカたちが！感動しました！
DAISUKEさんみたいに潜れたら、もっともっと近づいて一緒に遊んだりできるのかなあとうらやましく思いました。
他のツアー会社含め3回目のイルカツアー。今回が一番内容が濃かったです。
ありがとうございました。
でも、ほんとにあまり会えないこととかってあるんですかね。ちょっと信じられないくらいでした。
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Was very exciting! Wish that the weather would have been better. Ended up windy,rainy and pretty cold. Glad we bought our coats, the other people had to have been freezing! Nobody's fault. Would go again but on a warmer less windy day. Very friendly and accommodating!
We are elated to hear it! Thank you so much for joining us out on the water! Mahalo and Aloha
I was a bit anxious about snorkeling for the first time in 10 years, but I had a great time being guided and it was really fun. I got to see dolphins!! They jumped right in front of me!! I want to participate again!!
10年ぶりのシュノーケルで少し不安でしたが、手を引っ張ってもらえてとても楽しくて良かったです。イルカに会えました!!目の前でジャンプしたのです!!また参加したいです!!
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I participated on August 6th. Last year, I joined a tour with another company, but unfortunately, I couldn't encounter any dolphins, so this year was a chance for revenge! After reading everyone's reviews, I decided on Aloha Kona Tours. I was worried about whether we could safely go on the tour since a hurricane was approaching, but it turned out to be calm, and the weather was nice, which put me at ease.
Above all, the swim guide Daisuke and Captain Nawata were wonderful people. My daughter, who was scared of snorkeling in deep water, was able to truly enjoy herself thanks to both of them. Following Daisuke and Nawata's instructions, we encountered over 100 dolphins up close! Every time we entered the water, we were able to meet them, and it was incredibly exciting. The blue of the ocean and the cuteness of the dolphins are unforgettable even after returning to Japan! Thank you so much.
We are talking as a family about wanting to join Aloha Kona Tours again next year to meet the dolphins!
8/6に参加しました。昨年他社のツアーに参加しましたが運悪くイルカに出逢う事が出来ず今年こそ！とリベンジでした。皆さんの口コミを見てアロハコナツアーズさんに決めました。ハリケーンが近付いていたので無事にツアーに行けるか心配でしたが、嵐の前の静けさだったのか波も穏やかでお天気も良かったので安心しました。何よりもスイムガイドのダイスケさんとキャプテンの縄田さんのお人柄がとても良くて、足のつかない所でのシュノーケルを怖がっていた娘もお二人のおかげで心より楽しむ事が出来、念願だったイルカちゃん達にもダイスケさん縄田さんの指示通りにするだけで物凄い近さで100頭以上はいたでしょうか？海に入る度に出逢う事が出来て大感激でした。海の蒼さとイルカ達の可愛さが日本に帰国しても忘れられません！本当にありがとうございました。
来年もアロハコナツアーズさんでイルカちゃん達に逢いに参加したいねーと家族で話しています。
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On August 9th, my family of three, including my 9-year-old son, participated in the dolphin tour, which was the main highlight of our trip. We were worried that the sea might be difficult due to the hurricane's impact, but we were able to participate safely by shifting our schedule by one day.
Our guide, Daisuke, was easy to talk to from the very first impression, and the ride to the location felt like no time at all! Each of his words was heartfelt, making for a truly enriching experience.
It was a miracle that we were able to set sail that day, and on top of that, we encountered a pod of nearly 150-200 dolphins. I was genuinely moved when I saw the lively wild dolphins up close, including their cheerful calls, parents with babies, and playful youngsters. The view of the deep blue sea and the mountains of the Big Island of Hawaii was also incredibly beautiful.
That same night, my son and I participated in the manta ray tour. He eagerly shared how great it was.
I’m really glad we were able to join this tour after various coincidences! I definitely want to come back to the Big Island and this dolphin tour again. Thank you for the wonderful experience!
8月9日、9歳の息子を含む家族3人で参加しました。
今回の旅のメインだった、イルカツアー。
ハリケーンの影響で、海は難しいかなと心配しましたが、日程を1日ずらして無事に参加することができました。
ガイドのダイスケさんは、第1印象から話しやすくて、送迎の道中もあっという間！一つ一つの言葉に心がこもっていて、とても濃い素敵な時間でした☆
この日は出航できただけでも奇跡、その上、イルカには150-200頭近くの群れと出逢えました。元気な鳴き声、赤ちゃん連れの親子、じゃれあう子供たち、野生のイルカの生き生きした姿を間近に見られた時は本当に感動しました。
船からの真っ青な海、山を抱いたハワイ島の景色もとてもきれいでした。
同日夜のマンタにも、父子が参加。
こちらも良かったと、息子が一生懸命様子を話してくれました。
いろいろな偶然を経て、今回のツアーに参加できて本当に良かったです！
ハワイ島、そして、このイルカツアーにもまたぜひ来たいと思います☆
素晴らしい体験をありがとうございました。
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Hello!
Thank you, Captain Taka and Daisuke, for the wonderful time with the dolphins.
My elderly mother was at the sea for the first time in about 30 years, and everyone, including her, was understandably anxious. Thanks to Daisuke's support, everyone was able to focus on the dolphins with peace of mind. I was especially happy that my mother, who was looking forward to this the most, was the first to meet the dolphins, even before my sister.
I appreciate being able to dive in a safe area without any bull sharks, and I thank Taka for taking the boat out for one last chance.
The digital camera was waterproof up to 12 meters (I mistakenly thought it was only 3 meters like my wristwatch).
Though the footage is not great, I am posting it with gratitude.
こんにちは！
キャプテン タカさん・ダイスケさん イルカとの素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
高齢の母は約３０年ぶりの海で、本人はもちろん全員が不安でした。
ダイスケさんが母をサポートしてくれたおかげで、全員が安心してイルカちゃんに集中できました。
一番楽しみにしていた姉より誰よりも早く１番先に母がイルカちゃんに出会えた事が何よりもうれしいことでした。
イタチ鮫の居ない安全な海域でダイブさせていただいたこと、タカさんが最後のチャンスに懸けてボートを出してくださったことありがとうございました。
デジカメは１２ｍ防水でした。（腕時計の３ｍ防水と勘違いしていました。）
つたない映像ですが、感謝を込めて投稿させていただきます。
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I was filled with excitement and anxiety since it was nature we were dealing with, but thanks to the strong desire of the captain and the guide to show the participants dolphins, we were able to see many dolphins. On the way back to the port, when we unexpectedly encountered a pod of dolphins, they created another opportunity for us to get back in the water. I was impressed by their dedication to providing a personal experience rather than just going through the motions of their job. The emotions of having met the dolphins are unforgettable... I will definitely come back to see them again!
自然相手なのでワクワクする期待感とともに、不安な気持ちでいっぱいでしたが、船長とガイドさんのツアー参加者にイルカを観せたいという強い気持ちのお陰で、沢山のイルカに会えました。
帰港する途中で、まさかのイルカの群れに遭遇した際に、もう一度海に入る機会を作って下さり、ただ仕事をこなすのでは無く、親身に対応して下さる仕事っぷりに感激しました。
帰国してからもイルカに会えた感動は忘れられません‥。
また必ず会いに行きます‼
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Even if you're not confident in your swimming skills, it's perfectly fine to join alone. The staff's attentiveness and care make you feel at ease. I believe I had an experience that was not just like the photos in the guidebook, but even better.
I swam alongside a pod of dolphins, followed the silhouette of a dolphin gracefully arching underwater, and spotted a baby dolphin clinging to its mother. The highlight was when the guide led us to a spot where a dolphin swam towards us, gliding right in front of us. For a moment, the dolphin looked at us, and we were all so excited! We confirmed with each other, "Did we just make eye contact?" At first, I hesitated to join alone because my family is prone to seasickness, but I'm really glad I participated.
泳ぎに自信がなくても、一人参加でも大丈夫。スタッフさんの目配り&気配りがあるので安心です。とにかくガイドブックの写真のような、というよりそれ以上の体験ができたと思います。
イルカの群れと並んで泳いだり、水中深く弧をえがくいるかのシルエットを追ったり、お母さんイルカのお腹にくっついて泳ぐ赤ちゃんイルカを見つけたり。中でもガイドさんが引っ張って誘導してくれた先に一匹のイルカがこちらに向かって泳いできて、目と鼻の先をスーッと横切って行った時、一瞬イルカちゃんがキョロっと私たちを見てくれたのには大興奮！「いま、目があったよね？」とお互い気のせいじゃない事を確認したのでした。最初、家族が船酔い体質のため一人で参加するか迷ったけど参加して本当によかったです。
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The tour was the highlight of our 3-night stay on the Big Island of Hawaii!
Seeing the beautiful sky, ocean, and mountains from the boat offered a different perspective than from land, and it was so soothing. To top it off, we got to swim with dolphins...
It truly felt like a dream!
Both my husband and I were not confident swimmers, and it was our first time swimming in deep water, which made us a bit fearful. However, by the end of the tour, we enjoyed it so much that we wished we could keep swimming. If we have the chance to visit the Big Island again, we definitely want to participate again!
Daisuke, Captain, thank you again!
ハワイ島に3泊した中でも1番の思い出になったツアーでした！
とにかくキレイな空と海、山々を船の上から見ると、陸から見るのとまた違った表情が見えて、それだけでも癒されるのにイルカちゃんと一緒に泳げるなんて……
本当に夢のような時間でした！！
夫婦そろって泳ぎには自信がなく、足がつかない所で泳ぐのは初めてだったので恐怖感があったのですが、
ツアーが終わる頃には、ずっと泳いでたいと思えるほど楽しめました。
今度またハワイ島に行く機会があれば、絶対参加したいと思います！
ダイスケさん、キャプテン、またよろしくお願いします！
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I signed up at the last minute and was able to participate just before reaching the maximum capacity. It was a wonderful experience to see so many wild dolphins! The guide, Daisuke, playing with the dolphins was impressive and moving! I think his feelings for the dolphins really came through. I was also healed by the sounds of the dolphins and their jumping on the water's surface. ♡ Additionally, the person I was with on the tour praised the manta rays, so I would like to go see them next time!
急遽前日に申し込み、定員ギリギリのところ参加させてもらいました。
野生のイルカちゃんにたくさん会え素晴らしい体験でした！ガイドのダイスケさんがイルカと遊ぶ姿が印象的で感動しました！イルカへの思いが伝わっているのだと思います。イルカの声や水面をジャンプする姿にも癒されました♡
また、ツアーでご一緒した方がマンタも素晴らしいと絶賛していたので次はマンタにも会いに行きたいと思います！
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I was very satisfied to be able to see dolphins up close. I could tell that Daisuke, who guided us, truly cares about the dolphins. It was a precious experience to see the dolphins come up close to the surface of the water.
I was so excited that I couldn't take any photos at all, but I will keep the memories etched in my mind. When I visit Hawaii again, I definitely want to go see the dolphins again.
こんなにイルカを近くで見ることができて満足でした。
案内をしてくれたダイスケさんが本当にイルカを大事にいているのと話すことができるというのがわかりました。
イルカが水面ぎりぎりまで上がってきてくれたりして貴重な体験ができました。
興奮しすぎて写真を全然とれませんでしたが、記憶に焼き付けておきます。
またハワイ訪れた際はぜひまたイルカに会いに行きたいです。
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Thank you, Daisuke-san, our guide!
I heard that the dolphins were in a good mood on the day of our participation, and there were many dolphins that gathered at Daisuke-san's call! Just as Daisuke-san said, we were able to encounter them up close by simply waiting in their path instead of chasing them. Hearing their calls was incredibly soothing. It was moving.
The views of the Big Island and the ocean from the boat were also wonderful, making it a memorable tour.
When I come back to Hawaii, I would like to participate in the night manta tour.
Of course, I want to join the dolphin tour again too!
I truly appreciate both Daisuke-san and the captain.
ガ イドのダイスケさん、ありがとうございました！
参加日はイルカ達のご機嫌が良かったとのことですが、ダイスケさんの呼び掛けに集まってきたイルカ達が沢山！ダイスケさんの言う通り、イルカを追いかけずに、イルカ達の通り道で待ってるだけで近距離で出会うことが出来ました。鳴き声も聞けてとっても癒されました。感動です。
ボートから見るハワイ島や海の景色も素晴らしく、思い出に残るツアーでした。
また、ハワイに来たときは夜のマンタツアーに参加したいと思います。
もちろん、イルカツアーにも！
本当にダイスケさんもキャプテンにも感謝です。
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It was our first time on the Big Island for our honeymoon, and while researching about swimming with dolphins, I came across this tour. After reading other people's reviews, I decided to participate, and I was really impressed by how considerate they were towards my husband, who was worried about seasickness. It made me feel very reassured. Above all, our guide Daisuke's passion for the dolphins was truly strong! His feelings were contagious, and thanks to him, I understood the meaning of "quality over quantity." We were able to see the dolphins up close, and both my husband and I were extremely satisfied. The captain was friendly and fun, and it was great how he frequently checked in with us. If we ever go back to Hawaii, we would definitely like to do this again.
新婚旅行で初めてのハワイ島だったのですが、イルカと泳げると聞いて調べていたところこのツアーに出会いました。他の方の口コミを見て参加を決めましたが、船酔いが心配だった彼をすごく気遣ってくださり、とても安心できました。何より、ガイドのダイスケさんのイルカへの気持ちがほんとうに強い！その気持ちがこっちにも伝わって、「数よりも距離」の意味がダイスケさんのおかげでわかりました。あんなに近くでイルカを見ることができ、夫婦ともに大満足です。キャプテンも気さくで楽しく、声をよくかけてくれたのがよかったです。またハワイに行くことがあれば、ぜひお願いしたいです。
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My husband and I had a super sensational time. We loved the water splashing on us and seeing the spectacular coastline was so amazing. My husband loved going under the waterfall and getting drenched so much fun and going in close to look inside a cave. Crew were exceptional as safety was their main goal and the food was delicious. Highly recommend it to anyone.
Thank you so much for joining us and for taking the time to let us know what you thought of your experience! We are beaming and hope to see you out on the water again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
Our group shared a solemn gathering to bid a final farewell to a great man. The charter crew provided us the perfect attitude for the occasion. They were very professional and provided us with the utmost respect.
Lastly, the widow of the deceased is a Japanese woman that traveled all the way from Japan for the occasion. She has expressed her deepest gratitude for the service provided. I'm absolutely certain she will be forever grateful.
Thank you to Jake and Travis for their outstanding services.
We participated as a family, including my 8-year-old daughter. Our tour guide, Daisuke, took great care of my daughter and ensured she had a wonderful experience swimming with the dolphins. Thanks to him, I was able to focus on swimming with the dolphins without worrying about anything else, even though I’m not a confident swimmer. We encountered a group of 17 dolphins. Each time they surfaced for air, I could see their eye patterns and skin texture incredibly clearly. I was truly moved by how close they swam to us.
Daisuke made sure that all participants were satisfied and allowed us to enjoy swimming with the dolphins, dropping us in the water 5 to 6 times. We had more fun than we imagined, and we even signed up for the night manta tour on the spot. This too was magical, as we got to see sparkling plankton and a large group of mantas up close, making it feel like a spacewalk.
Daisuke and Captain Nawata really made it enjoyable, and the time spent on the boat heading to the points became a wonderful memory.
I definitely want to participate again next time. My daughter was also very satisfied!
8歳の娘を含む家族で参加しました。ツアーガイドのダイスケさんは娘に付きっきりで面倒を見てくれて、娘にもしっかりイルカとの遊泳を体験させてくれました。おかげさまで、泳ぎに自信の無い私も自分の事だけに集中してイルカと泳ぐ事ができました。私達は17頭のイルカの群と遭遇しました。海中から息継ぎの度に海面に上がって来て、目のわまりの模様や、肌の質感が驚くほど鮮明に見えました。手が届くほど近くを泳ぐイルカの姿に、本当に感動しました。
参加メンバーが満足するまでキッチリ、イルカとの遊泳を楽しませてくれて、5〜6回もドロップしました。
想像以上に楽しませていただき、その場で夜のマンタツアーにも申し込みました。こちらも、ライティングされた海中でキラキラ光るプランクトンとホレホレの群れ、大きなマンタの舞いを至近距離で見られ、まるで宇宙遊泳のように幻想的でした。
ツアーガイドのダイスケさん、キャプテンの縄田船長が本当に楽しませてくれて、ボートでポイントに向かう間も素敵な思い出になりました。
次回も是非参加したいです。娘も大満足でした！
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This time, I participated in the manta tour with Aloha Kona Tours and was so moved that I spontaneously joined the dolphin snorkeling as well.
I had previously participated in a tour to swim with dolphins in Oahu, but I had a bitter experience where the dolphins quickly swam away and I couldn't swim with them at all. I had given up on the idea of swimming with wild dolphins.
So, the experience of encountering dolphins, seeing them up close, and swimming together surpassed even the manta experience... I really got to swim close to the dolphins!
Our guide, Daisuke, diligently searched for points where dolphins were located, and thanks to his efforts, I was able to see many dolphins.
Just watching the dolphins swim close to Daisuke was healing. The dolphins were, of course, not scary at all, but I felt a bit anxious about diving in the deep sea without anything to hold onto, so I borrowed a float, which ended up being a bit of a hindrance.
I think I encountered a total of about 30 to 40 dolphins in the sea. I've heard that on lucky days, you can encounter over 100 dolphins?? I believe we swam in the sea for about 40 minutes.
Also, I was fortunate enough to see a whale. During that time, Daisuke really persevered (laughs) in searching for the whale.
Even after returning to Japan, I couldn't get the dolphins out of my mind. I definitely want to go meet the dolphins again! When I do, I hope to rely on your services again, so thank you in advance!
今回、アロハコナツアーズのマンタの方に参加し、感動しずぎて、急遽イルカシュノーケリングに参加しました。
私は、以前、オアフでイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加したことがあるのですが、イルカはすぐ逃げて全く一緒に泳げないという苦い経験があり、野生のイルカと泳ぐのは無理なんだろうなとあきらめていました。
なので、イルカに出会え、間近で見れ、一緒に泳ぐ感動はマンタを超えました・・・。
本当に近くでイルカと泳げたのですから！
ガイドのダイスケさんは、イルカのいるポイントを丁寧に何度も探してくれ、トライできたので、沢山のイルカを見ることができたと思います。
ダイスケさんに近づいてきて一緒に泳ぐイルカを見てるだけで、癒されました。
イルカは、もちろん全く怖くないですし、深い海に浮き輪等つかまるものがない中、潜るのはちょっと不安で、フロートを借りたのですが、結局邪魔になりました。
おそらく、合計、30～40匹位のイルカと海の中で遭遇できたのでしょうか。ラッキーな日は100匹以上のイルカに遭遇できる日もあるとか？？大体、海の中で泳ぐのは40分位だったと思います。
また、幸運にもクジラを見ることができました。その際も、ダイスケさんはかなりねばって（笑）クジラを探してくれました。
日本に帰ってからも、しばらくイルカが頭から離れませんでした。また、絶対イルカに会いに行きたいです！
その際は、お世話になると思いますので、よろしくお願いします！
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I go to the Big Island every year because I want to swim with dolphins. This was my first time participating in this tour, and the instruction was thorough, and the staff was friendly, making it a lot of fun.
They also had solid safety measures in place, so I recommend this tour for beginners as well.
This time, as soon as we got out to sea, we encountered a pod of over 100 dolphins, and I was lucky enough to be surrounded by dolphins just by floating on the surface.
I would love to participate again if I have the chance.
毎年イルカと泳ぎたくてハワイ島に行きます。
こちらのツアーは初参加でしたが、
指導も丁寧だし、フレンドリーなスタッフで
とても楽しかったです。
安全対策もしっかりしていましたし、
初心者の方にもオススメのツアーです。
今回は海にでてすぐに、100頭以上の群れに会えて、
水面で浮いてるだけで周り中イルカに囲まれるという
ラッキーな状況でした。
また機会があれば参加したいです。
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The weather was nice, and the water temperature was high, so I had a great time. I was very satisfied to see not only dolphins but also manta rays and whales.
お天気も良く、水温も高かったため、とても楽しかったです。イルカはもちろん、マンタ、クジラも見れ、大満足でした。
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I participated in the tour with my 8-year-old and 6-year-old sons. Honestly, both of them were a bit anxious about swimming, and I was a little worried before joining the tour. But with our kind and reliable swim guide, Daisuke, I felt reassured! Once we set off, both my kids and I completely relaxed. The boat ride was comfortable, and I didn't have to worry about seasickness.
We were able to see dolphins right away, and they swam close to us multiple times. The happy dolphins showed off by jumping several times. They swam by us, displaying various expressions as they played together. Hearing the dolphins' sounds was truly moving and gave me goosebumps.
Daisuke not only ensures that the guests have fun but also prioritizes not putting any stress on the dolphins. He knows a lot about dolphins, so while other boat groups seemed to be desperately chasing after them, Daisuke thought about the dolphins' pathways, letting us enter the water quietly, and the dolphins would come close to us.
Do you believe that dolphins and humans can communicate? Daisuke asked me this, and now I truly believe they can. Since then, I've started dreaming about dolphins. I want to visit them again someday. I highly recommend this tour for those who want to be healed, connect with dolphins, or feel a bit anxious about the sea.
I was really lucky to see a humpback whale, which I thought I wouldn't be able to see in April. Thank you so much, Daisuke!
8歳と6歳の息子を連れて参加しました。正直、二人とも泳ぎに不安があり、ツアー参加前はちょっと心配な気持ちもありました。でも、このツアーには、優しくて頼もしいスイムガイドのダイスケさんがいるから大丈夫です！！出発してからは私も子供もすっかりリラックスモードでした。船の乗り心地も良く、船酔いの心配もありませんでした。
イルカにも、すぐに会うことが出来、何度も近くを泳いでくれました。ご機嫌が良いイルカは何度もジャンプを見せてくれました。親子で泳ぐ姿、じゃれあいながら泳ぐ姿、いろんな表情を見せながら私達の近くを通って行きました。イルカの声を聞いた時には鳥肌が立つような感動でした。
ダイスケさんはお客さんを楽しませることはもちろん、イルカに負担を掛けないことも大切にしています。イルカの事を熟知しているので、他のボートのグループはイルカの後を必死に追いかけている感じなのに対し、ダイスケさんはイルカの通り道を考えて私たちを入水させ、静かに待っていると本当にイルカの方から近くを通って行ってくれるんです。
イルカと人は会話できると信じますか？とダイスケさんに聞かれたけれど、今は出来ると心から信じています。あれからイルカの夢を見るようになりました。またいつかイルカちゃん達に会いに行きたいです。癒されたい方、イルカと心を通わせて見たい方、海にちょっと不安がある方にお勧めしたいツアーです。
4月でもう会えないだろうなと思っていたザトウクジラにも会うことが出来て本当にラッキーでした。ダイスケさん、本当にありがとうございました！！
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I participated with a group of six for our graduation trip. On the way to the dolphin spot, a whale approached our boat, and everyone was so excited! I watched the video on Facebook. I can't believe the dolphins swam so close to us! Thank you for the amazing tour.
卒業旅行で6人で参加させてもらいました。イルカのスポットに行く途中にクジラが船に接近してきて、みんなで大興奮！Facebookで動画見させて頂きました。イルカもあんな近くを泳いでくれるなんて♡
最高のツアーをありがとうございました。
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We took our 4 yr old granddaughter on this Whale Watch Cruise! She enjoyed it from the time we were picked up to the time we were dropped off! Awesome crew. Loved that it was a small and casual. Will definitely be recommending Sea of Dreams to all our friends!
I participated on my honeymoon. I never expected to swim with so many dolphins!
In addition to the dolphins, there was also a bonus whale watching! The hospitality of Captain and swim guide Daisuke was wonderful, and I had an amazing time. Thank you!
ハネムーンで参加しました。
まさかあんなにたくさんのイルカと泳げるとは思いませんでした！
さらにイルカだけではなく、ホエールウォッチグのおまけつき！
キャプテンとスイムガイドのダイスケさんのホスピタリティも素晴らしく、とても素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございました！
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This was the highlight of our Kauai stay. The Na Pali coast was awesome. The captain was informative and friendly. He even spotted whales for us. The two man crew were super friendly and helpful.
It was a pleasure to have you aboard, and we are so happy to know how much you enjoyed it! Until we meet again... Mahalo and Aloha
It was truly amazing to see them swimming right in front of me. Thanks to Captain Koichiro and Guide Daisuke, who worked together seamlessly to ensure everyone had a great time, I had a wonderful experience. When I fell behind the fast-swimming dolphins, Daisuke pulled me closer underwater. On top of that, I was able to see a whale that I had given up on spotting. I received so much healing power from the gentle creatures of the sea. Thank you very much for this incredibly precious experience.
こんなに目の前を泳いでいるなんて、本当にすごかったです。
キャプテンのこーいちろーさんとガイドのダイスケさんが絶妙の連携で一人一人を楽しませようと最大限にはからってくださったおかげで素晴らしい体験ができました。
泳ぎの速いイルカに遅れて離れてしまうとダイスケさんが水中で手を引いて近くまで連れて行ってくれました。
おまけに見えないとあきらめていたクジラも見ることができました。
海の心優しい生き物たちにたくさんのヒーリングパワーをもらうことができました。
貴重過ぎる経験を本当にありがとうございました。
Dear SAT,
Thank you for participating in our dolphin tour the other day. It was a very luxurious experience to have our boat as the only one at the spot, and it was quite rare to see the dolphins in such a playful mood. I believe all the participants that day were very lucky. It's not often that whales swim right underneath the boat.
It would be difficult if you expect the same level for your next visit. But please come again! We look forward to seeing you. Also, we will meet soon on the Manta Night Tour, and I appreciate your support for that as well. Our guides are looking forward to the next tour as well. Aloha!
SAT 様、 先日は弊社のイルカツアーにご参加頂きまして有難うございます。あの日はポイントに我々の船だけという
とても贅沢な独占状態で、更に、イルカがあれだけ遊びモードというのは、これまた珍しい状況でした。あの日の参加者の
皆様はとてもラッキーだったと思います。クジラもボートの真下を通ってくれるなんて、あまりあることではありません。
次回に同じレベルを期待されると困るくらいでした。でも又いらして下さいね。楽しみにお待ちしております。あと、ちかぢか
マンタナイトツアーでお目にかかりますが、その節も宜しくお願い致します。 全開ツアーもいいガイドがお待ちしております。アロハ！
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I have participated in dolphin interaction programs in Bali and Oahu, and I decided to join this one because I really wanted to see wild dolphins. There were other tours where you could snorkel with dolphins, but I was drawn to this one because of the great reviews on this site, especially the fact that the guide would pull you along even if you couldn't swim. It was definitely the right choice! I was a bit anxious because the reviews were so overwhelmingly positive, but they were all true. It's a bit pricey, but I absolutely recommend this tour, and I want to participate again.
The guide, Daisuke, is very cheerful, friendly, and attentive, as others have mentioned in their reviews. Above all, he loves dolphins and has a strong desire for many people to swim with them. I’m not a strong swimmer, so I was pulled along by Daisuke the whole time, but thanks to him, I was able to meet a lot of dolphins. If I had just snorkeled on my own, I think I would have struggled to find where the dolphins were. Wild dolphins are truly wonderful. The way they swim freely in the ocean and the sounds they make underwater... I completely understand Daisuke's words that you never get tired of seeing them, even if you meet them every day!
And surprisingly, we got really close to a whale! This time, it just happened to be the two of us, so Captain Noda took us whale searching after we enjoyed the dolphins, and we were able to see a mother and calf whale (plus an escort). We were able to see them up close, and my mother, Daisuke, and Captain Noda were all extremely excited! Usually, with whale watching, larger boats can't maneuver well, but I think we were able to see them so closely because this boat was small and because of the captain's love for whales and his steering skills.
I’m really glad I chose this tour. Next time, I want to practice swimming a bit more so that I can swim with the dolphins on my own.
今までにイルカとふれ合うプログラムにバリ島、オアフ島で参加したことがあり、やっぱり野生のイルカに会いたいと思って今回参加を決めました。
他にもイルカとシュノーケルができるツアーはありましたが、このサイトの体験談ですごく評判がよく、泳げなくてもガイドさんが引っ張ってくれるというのに惹かれて選びました。大正解でした！！体験談の評価が良すぎて逆に不安だったのですが、皆さんの評価に偽りなしでした。ちょっと高いけど、絶対にここのツアーがおすすめです、私もまた参加したいなぁと思います。
ガイドのダイスケさんは、他の方も体験談で書いていますが、すごく明るく親しみやすく、気配りいっぱいの方です。そして何よりイルカが大好きで、たくさんの人にイルカと泳いで欲しいという思いがあふれています。泳ぎが得意ではなかったので、終始ダイスケさんに引っ張って頂いてしまいましたが、おかげでたくさんのイルカに出会うことができました。自分でシュノーケルするだけだと、どこにイルカにいるのか見つけるのにも苦労していたと思います。やっぱり野生のイルカはすごく素敵です。自由に海の中を泳ぐ姿や、海の中のイルカの声・・・、毎日会っても毎日飽きないというダイスケさんの言葉に納得です！
そしてなんと、くじらにも大接近できました！今回はたまたま私たち２人だけだったので、キャプテンの縄田さんが、イルカを満喫したあとくじら探しをしてくれて、親子くじら（＋エスコート）に会うことができました。すごく近くで見ることができ、私も母も、ダイスケさんも縄田さんも大大大興奮！でした。よくあるホエールウォッチングだと大型船で小回りがきかないようですが、このボートが小型だったことと、キャプテンのクジラ愛と操縦テクがあったからこそ、こんなに近くで見れたのだと思います。
ここのツアーにして本当に良かったです。今度はもう少しちゃんと泳げるように練習して、自力でイルカと泳げるようになって参加したいと思います。
Dear Otama, thank you very much for your kind comment. The dolphins were great that day, but the whales were truly amazing as well. It's really rare for them to come so close. You two were very lucky. Please come back to see the dolphins again; both Daisuke and I are looking forward to it. Aloha.
otama 様、 とても丁寧なコメントを頂きまして有難うございます。あの日はイルカも良かったですが、本当にクジラも凄かったですね。あんなに近くに来てくれる事は本当に珍しいんですよ。お二人の運がとてもいいという事です。是非、又イルカに会いに来て下さいね、ダイスケ共々お待ちしております。アロハ
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I chose this tour because it has received high praise in reviews and they offer guidance in Japanese. On the day we arrived on the Big Island, there was heavy rain and wind, causing other tours to be canceled. However, Captain Nawata was very accommodating, suggesting date changes and even saying he would set sail despite the slightly high waves.
In the end, we did change our schedule, but the visibility underwater was still a bit poor due to the waves. Even so, dolphins swam right up to us, and my wife was overjoyed, exclaiming, "I made eye contact with a dolphin!!" We were also able to see whales up close.
We decided to spend our honeymoon on the Big Island to participate in this tour, and it was truly a great decision. Daisuke, who goes out to sea over 320 days a year, mentioned that "each time is different," so I believe that when we participate again, we will experience clearer visibility and find new joys and excitement.
Thank you so much for the wonderful experience and encounters!
こちらのツアーは口コミでも大変評価が高く、日本語でのガイドもして頂けるとのことで選びました。
ハワイ島は到着日から凄い雨と風で他のツアーが中止になっていく中、キャプテンの縄田さんはできるだけ実施できるようにと日にちの変更を勧めて下さったり、多少高い波でも出港すると言って下さったりと本当によくして下さいました。
結局日程を変更しましたが、まだ波があったため水中は視界が少し悪い状態でした。それでもイルカが目の前まで泳いできてくれたのでしっかりと見ることもでき、妻は「イルカと目が合った！！」と大喜びでした。またイルカだけでなくクジラの姿も近くで見ることができました。
こちらのツアーに参加するためにハネムーンをハワイ島に決めましたが、本当に良かったです。
年間320日以上海に出ているというダイスケさんが「毎回違いますよ」とおっしゃっていたので、次回参加させて頂く時には視界がクリアでまた違う楽しみや喜びを感じれるのではないかと思います。
素敵な体験と出会いを本当にありがとうございました！！
Thank you, HASHI, for your comment. I'm glad to hear that changing the date worked out well. We also aim to set sail if the sea conditions allow, but we recommended the change to ensure you could enjoy the experience safely and in the best conditions, so thank you for your understanding. I believe the situation with the dolphins was very good. It's not every day that you get to make eye contact with dolphins, even on days with good sea conditions. Thank you for choosing a place to swim with dolphins for your honeymoon and for choosing our company. The location of your honeymoon will become a cherished memory for both of you. Please do come back to visit on your wedding anniversary or any time. We look forward to seeing you both again. Aloha!
HASHI様、コメント頂き有難うございました。日にちを変更して結果良かったですね。私たちも海の状況から可能であれば勿論出港しますが、
出来るだけ安全且つ、いい状況でご覧頂きたいので変更をお勧めしましたが、ご理解して頂いて有難うございました。でもイルカに関しては
とてもいい状況だったと思います。イルカと目が合った、なんていうのは、海のコンディションが良い日でも、毎回あるケースではありませんからね。
ハネムーンにイルカと泳げる場所、そして弊社を選んで頂いて有難うございました。新婚旅行の場所は、お二人にとって大切な思い出の場所となります。是非、結婚記念日とかに遊びにいらして下さい。お二人との再会を楽しみにお待ちしておリます。アロハ！
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