All Reviews for Private Boat Charters

As soon as we gathered, they kindly and concisely taught us how to use the snorkel and tips for spotting dolphins. We headed to the dolphin encounter spot in about 30 minutes on a high-speed jet.

From the start, we encountered many pods of dolphins. The captain made several moves with the boat, about 4 to 5 times, to get us as close as possible to the dolphins, and at each spot, we met many dolphins. The guide also entered the water with us and helped lead us close to the dolphins. The water was clear and beautiful. At the final spot, a large dolphin swam right beneath us, which was truly moving. Overall, I think we encountered over 50 dolphins, and we could even hear their sounds underwater.

The view of the sea from the boat was also very beautiful. Although I felt a bit anxious about snorkeling for the first time and swimming after a long time, after encountering so many dolphins, I wanted to swim even more. Both the captain and the guide were kind. I definitely want to participate again.

集合して直ぐに、シュノーケルの使い方や、イルカを見つけたときのポイントなどを、簡潔かつ丁寧に教えてくださいました。イルカと出会えるスポットまで約３０分、高速ジェットで向かいました。
最初から、たくさんのイルカの群れと遭遇しました。キャプテンはたくさんのイルカとなるべく近くに行けるようにと、その後4〜5回は船で移動を繰り返してくれて、どのスポットもたくさんのイルカと出会いました。ガイドさんも一緒に海に入り、イルカの近くに誘導して下さいました。海の中も透明できれいでした。最後スポットでは、自分たちのちょうど真下を大きなイルカが通り過ぎてくれて感動しました。総じて５０頭以上と出会えたと思います。海の中で鳴き声も聞こえました。
船から見える海もとても美しかったです。初めてのシュノーケリング、久しぶりに泳ぐことで若干不安がありましたが、たくさんのイルカと遭遇してからはもっと泳ぎたいと思いました。
キャプテンもガイドさんも親切でした。是非また参加したいです。

I was able to fulfill my dream of "swimming with dolphins"! Both the guide and the captain were truly wonderful people, and they know the waters of Kona inside and out, making for a completely satisfying tour without any complaints.

Moreover, we stopped the boat for just a few minutes before spotting dolphins. While it seems that such luck doesn't happen every time, thanks to Captain K's sound judgment, we were able to encounter the dolphins quickly. He was able to instantly gauge the direction the pod was moving and efficiently took us to the dolphin spot without wasting any time.

This time, the dolphins seemed to be in a great mood, and we saw around 50 of them! They were close enough to reach out and touch (though touching the dolphins is prohibited). It was truly an unforgettable experience.

Guide R, despite being young, was very knowledgeable about Hawaii's history and shared many interesting things with us after the tour. I absolutely recommend this dolphin tour!

「イルカと一緒に泳ぐ」という夢を叶えられました！！
ガイドさん船長さん共に本当にお人柄がよく、コナの海を知り尽くしているので
何の不満もなく大満足のツアーでした☆
しかもイルカ発見まで船を停めてほんの数分、、毎回こんな都合が言い訳ではないようですが
K船長の正しい判断のおかげでイルカたちにすぐ出会えました。
しかもちゃんとイルカの群れが動く方向を瞬時に見極め、無駄なく私たちをイルカスポットに連れて行ってくれます。
今回はイルカの機嫌もとても良かったようで、ざっと５０頭は見れました！
そして手を伸ばせば触れられる距離(イルカに触れるのは禁止)。。もう言うことなしの感動です。
ガイドのRさんもお若いのにハワイの歴史を詳しくご存知で、ツアー後もたくさん色んなことを教えてくれました。
ここのイルカツアーは絶対におすすめです！

We participated with our son's girlfriend. The weather was perfect, and we were on a boat that could hold about 50 people. In the past, I had a trauma from a shaky boat in Thailand, but this time it didn't rock at all, and it was very comfortable. For lunch, we could choose our favorite drinks and eat as much salad as we wanted. The staff was very kind and always attentive. I was so happy that I didn't have to give a tip, but I decided to be generous. At the bow of the boat, dolphins joyfully led the way in groups, and the cliffs of Na Pali were breathtakingly beautiful no matter where you looked. I'm really glad we went.

息子の彼女と私たち夫婦で参加しました。お天気は最高で、50人乗り位のボート。
昔、タイで揺れたボートにトラウマでしたが、今回は全然揺れなくって、快適でした。
ランチは、好きな飲み物をもらって、サラダも食べたいだけ食べれて。スタッフもとても親切。いつも気にかけてくれました。嬉しくてチップ渡さなくてもいいのだけど、奮発しました。
船首の先をイルカたちが楽しそうに群れでリードしたり、ナパリの崖はどこを見ても圧倒される美しさ。本当に行ってよかった。

We participated as a couple, and it was a more exciting cruise than we had imagined. I personally had a great time, but I think those who are prone to motion sickness would have a very painful experience, as it was difficult to stand properly for about three hours. You need to be prepared for that. However, during the cruise, the captain played JD and we enjoyed some great music, which was very nice. Along the way, we encountered dolphins and turtles, and the views of the beautiful islands were stunning. We ended with a toast with champagne at sunset.

夫婦で参加しましたが、想像したよりもエキサイティングなクルーズでした。
まともに立っていられない状態が3時間ほど続き、私自身は楽しかったですが、乗り物いする方は大変苦痛な時間を過ごされると思います。覚悟が必要と思いますが、クルーズ中船長がJDをしてロックが流れてとてもNiceでした。
途中イルカや亀にも出会い、素晴らしい島の景色と最後はサンセットにシャンペンで乾杯です。

It was my first time snorkeling, and also my first time entering deep water, but thanks to the staff who explained everything kindly and thoroughly, I was able to enjoy swimming with the dolphins!

It seems that the spots where you can encounter dolphins change depending on the day. I think it took about 30 minutes before we first met a dolphin, but after that, we were able to swim with them 4 to 5 times. The staff guided each participant to get as close to the dolphins as possible, and I felt like I could reach out and touch them as they swam so close!

That alone was satisfying, but by chance, we also encountered a seal, of which there are only seven on the Big Island! On our way back, we were able to see a manta ray up close as well!

The staff kept saying, "Since you've come all the way to the Big Island, I want you to make lots of memories," and they were always searching for more experiences for us.

Thanks to the thoughtfulness of the staff, I made the best memories, and I am very grateful! It seems that starting around September or October this year, there may be a possibility that swimming with dolphins will no longer be available, so please be sure to participate!

初めてのシュノーケリングで、しかも深い海に入ることも初めてでしたが、スタッフの皆さんが、優しく丁寧に説明してくださったので、楽しんでイルカと泳ぐことができました！
日によってイルカと出会えるスポットは違うようで、最初にイルカと出会えるまでは30分くらいかかったと思いますが、それからは4〜5回出会っては泳ぎを繰り返すことができました。イルカのなるべく近くに行けるようにと参加者それぞれを引っ張って誘導して下さったので、手を伸ばせば届くのではないかと思うくらい近くで泳ぐことができました！
それだけでも満足でしたが、偶然、ハワイ島に7頭しかいないアザラシにも遭遇！
また、帰る途中にはマンタも間近で見ることができました‼︎
「せっかくハワイ島に来たから、沢山思い出を作って欲しい」と言って、ずっと探して下さっていました。

スタッフ皆さんのお心遣いにより、最高の思い出ができ、とても感謝しています！
今年の9月？10月？ごろからは、イルカと一緒に泳げなくなる可能性があるようなので、是非参加してみてください♪

I encountered dolphins!! The guide was very kind and gave us many opportunities to swim with the dolphins, so we swam a lot!! I was very excited when a dolphin came right by my feet. It became a wonderful memory!!

イルカに出会えました！！ガイドの方もとっても親切でした。何回もイルカと泳ぐチャンスをくれてたくさん泳げました！！足元にイルカが来たときはとても興奮しました。良い思い出になりました！！

I joined hoping to see dolphins up close, but I was surprised at how much closer they came than I expected! It felt like the dolphins were playing with me. I had a great time!

イルカが近くで見れたら良いな～ぐらいに思って参加しましたが
思ったより随分と近くに寄ってきてビックリ！
イルカさんに遊んでもらった印象です。
とても楽しかったです！

I was glad to be able to see wild dolphins up close. The briefing before meeting the dolphins was thorough and left a good impression. Thank you to all the guides.

間近で野生のイルカをみることができて良かったです。イルカに会う前のレクチャーも丁寧で好感でした。ガイドのみなさんありがとうございました。

I was very excited to meet many dolphins and see them up close. The guide was young but very calm and kind, which helped me relax. I highly recommend it!

たくさんのイルカに会え、間近に見ることができ、とても興奮しました。
ガイドの方も若い方ですが、とても穏やかな優しい方で、
リラックスできました。お勧めです！

I had very little experience swimming before, and it was my first time snorkeling, so I was quite anxious. However, I am grateful to our guide, Daisuke, for easing my nerves. Since we were looking for wild dolphins, there was no guarantee we would see them, but it seemed like he was using his experienced intuition to search for them. Normally, it takes about an hour to find them, but in our case, we encountered them just one minute after departure and were able to swim with them for a long time.

これまで泳ぎをあまりしたことがなく、シュノーケリングも初めてでとても不安でしたが、ガイドの大輔さんが緊張を柔らげてくださって感謝です。野性のイルカなので、必ず会える保証はないとのことですが、経験豊富な勘？でイルカを探していただいているようで、普段1時間ぐらいは船を走らせるところ、私達の時は、出航わずか1分で遭遇し、長い時間一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました。

I participated last September, and thanks to the experienced guide, I was able to encounter pods of dolphins multiple times, creating the best memories. I definitely want to join again when I go to the Big Island! I highly recommend it!

昨年の9月に参加しましたが、経験豊富なガイドさんのおかげで何度もイルカの群れに遭遇することができ、最高の思い出になりました。
またハワイ島に行った際はぜひ参加したいです！
おすすめです！！

Awesome trip! We saw lots of dolphins!
Lunch was delicious. The captain was very knowledgeable!

Swimming with a pod of wild dolphins multiple times became the best memory for our entire family on the Big Island. It felt like I was part of the pod. I've heard that swimming with wild dolphins might soon be prohibited, so please make sure to go soon!

野生のイルカの群れと何度も一緒に泳ぐことが出来て家族全員一致でハワイ島で一番の思い出になりました。まるで自分が群れの一員の様な気分でした。もうすぐ野生のイルカと泳ぐ事が禁止になるかもとの事で是非お早目に行って下さい！

I was able to take a flight in the afternoon, and since it was my first time seeing a whale, I was quite shocked! It was a valuable experience! I will use this service again!

お昼からの便でいけたんですけど、初めてクジラを見るのでかなりの衝撃を受けました！貴重な経験できました！また利用させていただきます！

I thoroughly enjoyed the Na Pali Coast Sunset Cruise. We boarded in the afternoon, and the weather was perfect with no wind, making for ideal conditions as we set sail!

Along the way, we encountered a pod of dolphins that came right under the boat. We also spotted a whale in the distance. As we approached the Na Pali Coast, the stunning cliffs came into view, and I was in awe of the natural scenery. The dinner on the boat on the way back was also fantastic!

Just before we arrived at the harbor, the sunset behind the boat was breathtaking. I highly recommend experiencing this and enjoying the beauty of nature!

ナ・パリ・コーストサンセットクルーズを満喫しました。午後からの乗船で天候もよく風もなくて絶好のコンディションでいざ出港!
途中でイルカの群れに遭遇して船の下までやって来ました。少し遠くでしたが、クジラも見る事が出来ました。ナ・パリ・コーストに近づくに連れて断崖絶壁の風景が近くに見え大自然の景色に満喫しました。帰りは船の上でのディナーも最高でした‼
港に着く少し前には船の後ろに沈む夕陽は最高でした。是非体験して大自然を満喫して下さい。

On the day of the trip, unfortunately, the wind was strong, and the planned course was changed. Because of this, I couldn't reach the long-awaited Na Pali Coast (cry). I received an explanation beforehand, but I wasn't fully aware of the details when we set sail. We also departed about 40 minutes late. Once we got out to sea, we encountered a sea turtle, and shortly after that, we saw a humpback whale... Since one of my other goals for this trip was whale watching, that was still good. I was overwhelmed by the sight of the whale breaching repeatedly, and the three hours flew by. The finale was a cruise while watching the sunset with a pod of dolphins... There were unlimited drinks and light meals, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. However, since it was a meal on a small boat, you shouldn't have too high expectations... Next time, I definitely want to make it to the Na Pali Coast!

当日は生憎風が強く予定されていたコースが変更されました。　このため念願のナ・パリ・コーストまではたどりつけず（泣）　事前に説明を受けましたが、詳しくは把握できないまま出航。出航も40分ほど遅れていました。　沖に出るとウミガメに遭遇、そこからしばらくするとザトウクジラが、、、今回のもうひとつの目的がホエールウォッチングだったのでそれはそれでいいか。　何度も何度もブリーチを繰り返す鯨の姿に圧倒されながらあっという間の3時間でした。フィナーレはサンセットを見ながら、イルカの群れとクルージング、、、ドリンク飲み放題、軽い食事つきでしたが十分楽しみました。　ただし小型船の上での食事ですので、あまり期待はしないほうがいいでしょう。。。　次回は是非ナ・パリ・コーストまで！

Very experienced and friendly guides who were also very prepared with hot beverages and rain coats when it got cold and rainy. Showed us lots of sea life including turtles. Nice spread of snacks and drinks. Comfortable and clean boat. We enjoyed their conversation and everyone had a great time! We hope to do it again.

Great tour! We saw male whale showing off plus momma whale with baby!

As everyone has mentioned, Daisuke's personality and thoughtfulness as our guide were wonderful, and I felt safe participating. Just a few minutes after setting sail, dolphins appeared, and we were able to swim with them at a distance that felt almost within reach. It seemed like a very lucky occurrence.

I was worried about seasickness, but I took some motion sickness medication and it turned out fine (I took Aneron, but since I was concerned, I took it early and ended up feeling too drowsy and dizzy. I regained my composure once on the boat, but it might be better to take it about 30 minutes before departure).

Above all, I was grateful that Daisuke kept encouraging us with a smile, saying things like, "Relax! Just think of yourself as a dolphin!" We were fine, but he was very considerate of those who might struggle with swimming, ensuring that everyone could enjoy the experience.

The mother and baby dolphins were truly adorable, and the waters around the Big Island were incredibly beautiful, leaving me very satisfied!

Although it’s unrelated to the tour, I was worried that my hair and skin would feel sticky from the seawater after swimming, but I was completely fine with just letting it air dry (it was nice and smooth). I stayed at the Mauna Lani Resort, but instead of returning to the hotel, I was able to efficiently use my time by visiting several coffee farms with my rental car for sightseeing before heading back.

皆さん書いているように、引率してくれるダイスケさんの人柄と気遣いがとてもよく、安心して参加できました。
出航してから数分でイルカが現れ、すぐに手が届きそうな程の距離でイルカ達と泳ぐことができました。これはとてもラッキーなことだったようです。
船酔いが心配でしたが、酔い止めを飲んでいったら大丈夫でした（アネロンを飲みましたが、心配だっだので早めに飲んだら逆に眠くなりすぎてふらふらに。船に乗ったら正気に戻りましたけど、出発30分前くらいがいいのかもしれません）。
何よりもダイスケさんが「リラックスして！自分はイルカだと思ってね！」等と笑顔で何度も声をかけてくれたのがありがたかった。私達は大丈夫だったけど、泳ぐのが苦手な人にもものすごく気を遣っていて、みんなが楽しめるように配慮してくれていました。
イルカの親子は本当にかわいかったし、ハワイ島の海も本当にきれいで大満足でした！

ツアーとは関係ありませんが、泳いだ後髪や肌が海水でベタベタになるのではと不安でしたが、そのまま自然乾燥で全然大丈夫でした（サラサラでしたよ）。マウナラニリゾート滞在だったのですが宿には戻らず、レンタカーでそのままコーヒー農園等をいくつか回って観光して帰ることができ、時間を効率的に使うことができたと思います。

I was truly moved. I was scared to go to places where my feet couldn't touch the ground, but thanks to Daisuke's assistance, I didn't feel scared at all. Thank you so much.

As soon as I got back, I had to work, and I caught a cold, so it feels like my trip to Hawaii was just a dream. But every day, I think about how Daisuke is still swimming with the dolphins.

本当に感激しました。足がつかないところに行くのは怖かったんですが、ダイスケさんのアシストのおかげで、全然怖さも感じませんでした。本当にありがとうございました。

こちらは帰ってくるなり仕事で、風邪も引いてしまい、ハワイに行っていたことがまるで夢のようですが、今もダイスケさんはイルカ達と泳いでいるんだな〜と毎日思っています

The guide's service spirit was excellent!
Even though it wasn't included, they let us go whale watching.

After the tour, I got along well with the other participants and we had lunch together...
It was fun!

ガイドさんのサービス精神が最高！
含まれていないのに、ホエールウォッチもさせてくれました。

解散後には他の参加者さんと仲良くなり、一緒にランチを食べたり…
楽しかったです！

We encountered about 20 dolphins just five minutes after departure! After that, we spotted two small whales (which the guide mentioned are quite rare to see). Even though it wasn't included in the tour, we were able to swim and see them up close.

When we moved to Dolphin Point, we were able to meet around 100 dolphins. The sight of dolphins swirling around us was a memory of a lifetime. There’s a rule against touching them, but they come close enough for us to reach out (however, our hands have a lot of germs, and touching them could cause burns, so we must absolutely not touch!). It was clear that the guide was enjoying himself, which made it fun for us too.

As a bonus, we also got to see a whale, which felt like an incredible deal.

Afterward, we received potato chips and juice to satisfy our little hunger.

I realized that many customers had also come on the same tour two years ago or were planning to come again tomorrow, which showed me how great this tour is. If I have the chance to come again, I would definitely want to participate.

出発して5分もしないところでイルカ20頭程と早速遭遇！
その後、小さなクジラ2匹に遭遇！(ガイドさんでもなかなか見れない種類らしい)
そこでもツアーに含まれないのに泳いで見ることができました。
その後ドルフィンポイントに移動したら、おそらく100頭ほどのイルカに出会うことができました。
左右下にぐるぐるとイルカがいる様子は、一生の思い出になりました。
触ってはいけないルールなのですが、触れるほどの距離までイルカから来てくれます(が、私たちの手にはばい菌が沢山で、イルカが火傷のようになるので絶対触ってはいけません！)
ガイドさん自身が楽しんでいるのが伝わり、こちらも楽しかったです。

その後も、おまけでホエールも見れて、本当にお得すぎました。

終わった後にポテトチップスとジュースをもらい、小腹を満たせます。

2年前に同じツアーに来たんだ！とか、
明日も来る！というお客さんが沢山いて、
このツアーの良さがわかりました。
私もまた来る機会があれば、絶対に参加したいです。

This time, since my 9-year-old nephew was with us, I really wanted to show him, but we couldn't see any whales, as they are wild animals. It's disappointing. >＜

今回は９歳の甥っ子も一緒に行っていたため、ぜひ見せてあげたいと思っていたのですがやはりクジラも自然の動物会えませんでした。残念＞＜

We had such a great time on this cruise! The bottomless drinks were awesome, the appetizers were delicious, the crew was incredibly friendly and knowledgable, and the scenery, whales, and sunset were breathtaking. I would take this tour again for sure!

This is my second time going to Oahu but was traveling with friends who have never gone. One was really interested in whale watching so we saw links for the Honi Olani Catamaran Sail and decided to try this one out. We're super glad we did because this was such a great tour!

The staff are extremely friendly and they provide such a great experience. The first time we went, we didn't see any whales but that may have been because of the strong waves and number of boats sailing around which might have scared them away.
Regardless of seeing whales, the cruise was awesome. It was really nice to be able to feel the sun on the catamaran and have a nice beverage while we enjoyed the weather. The tour was nice to give us a free voucher to ride again to see if we can spot whales the second time and we did! We ended up seeing a mother whale teaching her male calf how to breach!

I would definitely cruise again with this crew when I come back to Oahu. Mahalo for the great experience guys

I was able to swim right next to dolphins and manta rays! I even got to see a whale, which was an incredible joy. The Japanese staff were amazing too! I'm really glad I participated.

イルカやマンタのすぐそばで泳げました！クジラまで見る事が出来てこの上ない幸せでした。日本人スタッフも最高〜〜！本当に参加して良かったです。

Since we went with a plan to meet at the location, I was worried about whether I would easily find the meeting spot, but once I got there, it was very clear. The staff was waiting for us even before the meeting time, which made me feel relieved.

There were only the two of us participating in the tour, so we were able to enjoy ourselves freely. We quickly spotted dolphins and were able to see many of them, which made us very satisfied. Above all, I could feel the staff's love for dolphins. If I had to mention one thing, I regret forgetting to take photos.

Since it was just the two of us, it was helpful that they adjusted the return time for us.

I think we had a wonderful way to spend our time! Thank you very much!

現地集合のプランで行ったので、
集合場所がすぐにわかるか不安でしたが、
行ってみるととても分かりやすく、
集合時間前からスタッフがまっていてくれたので
安心しました。

ツアーの参加者は私たち二人だけでしたので
のびのび楽しむことが出来ました。
イルカもすぐに見つかり、
たくさんのイルカを
見ることができて大満足です。
なにより、スタッフのイルカ愛を感じました。
ひとつ言うなれば、
写真を撮り忘れたことが心残りです。

二人だけだったので、帰りの時間も
調整してもらえて助かりました。

素晴らしい時間の過ごし方が
できたとおもいます！
本当にありがとうございました！

I was truly moved by participating in the dolphin snorkeling. My husband and I are 70 and 67 years old, respectively, and this was certainly the oldest challenge for us. I had previously experienced a dolphin tour on Oahu with my daughter, so I recommended it to my husband to share that excitement. I'm really glad we participated. We encountered hundreds of dolphins. It was a dreamlike moment. Daisuke, who guided us, put in a lot of effort to make the tour better, and I’ve decided in my heart that I want to participate again next time. Thank you for such a moving day.

イルカシュノーケルに参加して本当に感動しました。私達夫婦は夫が70歳私が67歳、もちろん最年長の挑戦でした。私は前にオアフ島でイルカのツアーは娘と体験済みだったのであの感動を夫にも、と勧めました。参加して本当に良かったです。何百頭ものイルカに遭遇したのです。夢のようなひと時でした。案内してくれたダイスケ、より良いツアーにしてくれた努力がすごく感じられ次も参加したいと心に決めました。本当に感動の１日をありがとう。

Fortunately, according to the guide, we saw the most dolphins recently. We were able to see dozens of dolphins and even swim alongside them. The experienced guide would find the dolphins and maneuver the boat to the best spots for encounters, and participants would jump into the sea as instructed. The guide was also very kind, making it enjoyable even for those who were alone.

運良くですがガイドさん曰く最近では一番よくかつ多くのイルカを見られました。何十頭ものイルカを見られ、並んで泳ぐこともできました。熟練のガイドさんでイルカを見つけては一番遭遇できる場所まで小回りの効く船で先回りして、参加者は指示どおり海に飛び込むという感じです。ガイドさんもとても親切で一人でも楽しめました。

We stayed on Oahu and the Big Island for our honeymoon, and it became the best memory of all. First of all, the clarity of the ocean is just amazing. A pod of dolphins swims gracefully through the water, filling the air with their adorable sounds. I was completely healed by the sight of a baby dolphin jumping while wagging its tail! It seems like there are manta ray tours at night as well, so I want to participate in both next time.

ハネムーンでオアフ島、ハワイ島と滞在しましたが、全てにおいて1番の思い出になりました。
まず、なんといっても海の透明度。
そのなかを優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れ。
たくさんの可愛らしい鳴き声。
赤ちゃんイルカがしっぽをフリフリしながらジャンプするしぐさに、癒されまくりました！夜はマンタツアーもやってるみたいなので、次は両方参加したいなぁ。