Reviewed by: 愛知県民
I wasn't able to see any dolphins. I participated with the understanding that the chances of seeing them were quite high, so I was quite disappointed. I thought we would be searching with some kind of detector, but it turns out we were looking for them with the naked eye from the boat.
However, I did get to see a sea turtle, and the ocean where we went snorkeling was beautiful.
Since we spent about three hours on the boat, I wouldn't recommend it for people who easily get seasick. In fact, there were quite a few people who ended up feeling sick.
The staff were friendly and helped to create a lively atmosphere, which was a positive aspect.
イルカには会えませんでした。
会える確立がかなり高いという認識で参加したので落胆は大きかったです。
探知機みたいなので探すと思っていましたが、船上から肉眼で探すそうです。
ただ、ウミガメには会えたし、シュノーケリングした海は綺麗でした。
3時間くらい船上で過ごすので酔い易い人にはお勧めしないです。
実際、酔ってダウンしている人が少なからずいました。
スタッフは気さくで盛り上げてくれるのでそこは良かったです。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Johnnyk
My family was blown away with how close the whales were to our boat. Two whales came right up next to our boat and lifted their heads for pictures. My family was very happy with the experience. It gets very rocky so a bigger boat for smaller kids would be suggested.
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/17 |
Reviewed by: 鉄中団 住職
The weather was cloudy, but since it wasn't raining, we set sail hoping for clearer skies. The waves were a bit high on the way to Molokini Island, and I thought there would be some swells when we arrived. My wife was a bit nervous since it was her first time snorkeling, and the swells seemed to heighten her fear.
As we returned to the boat to head to the next point, the ride was quite bumpy, and my wife got completely seasick. We were by the window inside the boat, but even with the window closed, seawater splashed in when the waves hit.
The next point had calmer waves, but we rested on the boat. I appreciate the Japanese tour guide for being attentive to even the smallest details. This will be one of our memories.
天気は曇りでしたが、雨は降っていなかったので、晴れることを期待して、出港、モロキニ島までの少し波が高いかなという程度、モロキニ島に着くとうねりが少しあると思っていましたが、妻は初めてのシュノーケリングだったので、少し緊張気味で、うねりが恐怖を高めたみたいです。
船に戻り次のポイントに向かいますが、かなりの揺れで妻は完全に酔ってしまいました。船内の窓際でしたが、窓が閉まっていても波がかぶると海水が入ってきてしまいます。
次のポイントは、波の穏やかなところでしたが、船で休んでいました。
日本の添乗員さんは、かなり細かいところまで気を使ってもらい感謝です。
これも思い出の一つとします。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Mike & Mel Coull
The clear blue pacific didn't disappoint. An abundance of fish and of course the stunning turtles. Capt. Rich, Michelle and Austin got us to were we needed to be safely and with a lot of fun. Genuinely nice people as well. Made us feel special on our 20th wedding anniversary. Would go on an adventure with them without hesitation. Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Sako
I felt like I waited quite a while before we set sail. Since it was a large ship, the view from the deck was wonderful. However, whales didn't appear for a long time, and when they finally did, it was from quite a distance. During my last trip in January, I was able to see mother and baby whales up close, so I was a bit disappointed and thought it was just bad luck this time. The cruise, with the whales not showing up, felt a bit slow, and some people were resting because they were tired. I experienced a bit of seasickness from the slow-moving ship, so I recommend that those who are prone to motion sickness take medication beforehand.
出港までに随分と待たされた印象でした。
大型船でしたので、デッキからの眺めは素晴らしいものでした。ただ、なかなか鯨が現れず、現れてもかなり遠いところからの見学となりました。前回、1月に参加した際には近い距離で親子鯨を見ることができましたので、期待外れとその時の運だと思いました。鯨がなかなか現れない中でのクルーズは、やや中弛みし疲れて休んでいる人もいらっしゃいました。ゆっくりと進む船に少々船酔いしましたので、酔い安い方は事前に薬を飲むことをオススメします。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy the whale watching this time. We hope you will have the opportunity to enjoy it on your next visit. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨の観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けなかった事大変残念に思います。
次の機会にお楽しみいただければと思います。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: ティノ君
I participated with my daughter. Both my daughter and I tend to get motion sickness, so we took some medication before joining. We usually do fine with regular boat rides, but we had to stop the boat and wait on the water for the whales to arrive. This is what made us feel nauseous.
All the announcements on the boat were in English.
The food seemed to be worth the price.
We were able to see a whale briefly, but I expected to see more, which is why I gave this rating.
娘と一緒に参加しました。私も娘も乗物酔いをする方なので、酔い止めを飲んで参加しました。通常の船の走行では大丈夫なのですが、クジラが来るのを待つために船を止め海上の上で待機するのです。これが、酔います。
船内の案内は全て英語です。
お料理は値段相応かしらという感じでした。
クジラは少しだけ見ることができましたが、もっと見れるんだと思っていたので、この評価となりました。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. Depending on the day, you may be able to observe active whales showcasing spectacular jumps, so please come back and challenge yourself again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
日によっては豪快なジャンプをみせてくれるアクティブな鯨を観測できる事もありますので、
是非またチャレンジしにいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験+昼食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: イルカ大好き
I was able to see more dolphins than I imagined! There were lovey-dovey dolphins and baby dolphins cuddling with their mothers. They showed us their natural behavior, which made us smile. During snorkeling, I only saw one turtle, but I got to see plenty of tropical fish! Additionally, we enjoyed the acrobatic swimming of the guides underwater. Right after we set sail, we saw many turtles from the boat, so it turned out to be an amazing experience!
想像以上に沢山のイルカ達に会えました!ラブラブなイルカやおかぁさんに甘える子供のイルカ。自然な姿を見せてくれてこちらも思わず微笑みたくなるような場面もありました。シュノーケリングではカメさんには一匹しか会えませんでしたが、熱帯魚はたくさん見れました!さらにガイドさん達の水中でのアクロバチック?な泳ぎも楽しみました。出航してすぐに船の上からカメさんには沢山会えたので、結果最高の体験になりました!
Aloha!! Dolphin Lover,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! イルカ大好き様
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Keiko
Unfortunately, we were unable to encounter any whales during this cruise. However, the view of Hawaii from the sea was exceptional. I would definitely like to try again on a nice weather day.
残念ながら、今回のクルージングではクジラと遭遇する事は出来ませんでした。
でも、海から見るハワイの景色もまた格別でした。
またお天気のいい日に、ぜひチャレンジしてみたいと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time. We hope you will visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨の観測をお楽しみいただけなかった事、大変残念に思います。
是非またお越し下さい。スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Donna Sue Youngblood
The boat crew and divers were friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. We definitely want to do again and bring our whole family. Experiencing close encounters with sea turtles, sea stars, and numerous species of fish was thrilling. The crew has 7 scuba scooters with a diver to assist each scooter. The divers make sure each participant is safe, feels comfortable, and points out the aquatic life while also allowing independent discovery. While waiting your turn to scooter, we had a wonderful time snorkeling on our own. The waters are clear and beautiful and allow perfect visibility. For an extra fee you can get pictures and a video of your adventure. The diver captured some of my favorite vacation pictures!
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Bob & Kids
The experience was nice...the whales could have been a little more cooperative & shown themselves more, but that’s nature....we had a very nice time....not over crowded (16 guests), that helped!! Our guide was very informative regarding the whales as he travels with them back to Alaska every year....
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| Packages: | Early Bird Special - 7:30 am Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/23 |
Reviewed by: yuki
I participated in a whale watching cruise in Maui! Despite making a last-minute reservation just three days after arriving on the island, they were able to accommodate my request for a Japanese guide.
The weather was great on the day of the cruise, and not only did we encounter several whales, but we also witnessed a lot of action. At the end, we were even able to see a big jump from the whales about four times, which made for a very satisfying experience!
I had previously participated in whale watching in Oahu, but the number of whales and how close we could get to them was completely different. I'm really glad I joined this tour in Maui. Due to the geographical features, it seems that there are more whales visiting Maui than Oahu. I highly recommend this activity for anyone visiting Maui during the whale watching season! :)
マウイ島 ホエールウォッチングクルーズに参加しました!
マウイ島に到着してからの申し込みで、3日後という急な予約であったにも関わらず、日本語ガイドさんのリクエストにも応えて頂けました。
当日は天気もよく、何頭ものクジラに出会うことができただけでなく、たくさんのアクションも見ることが出来ました。
なんと最後には大きなジャンプ姿も4回ほど見られて、大満足の体験でした!
オアフ島でもホエールウォッチングに参加したことがあったのですが、クジラの数や、見れる近さも全然違い、マウイ島でこのツアーに参加できてとてもよかったです。地形の特性上、オアフ島よりもマウイ島の方が訪れるクジラの数が多いようです。ホエールウォッチングの時期にマウイ島に来られた方は是非お勧めしたいアクティビティです:)
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Chris
It was amazing, encourage others to go. We saw a tail slap, fins, and a whale clear the water! Enjoyed it immensely. The captain even stayed out a little longer because we saw so many.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/11 |
Reviewed by: まおてん
To be honest, I didn't have high expectations, but I was moved to see so many whales up close. I'm glad I came at this time of year.
正直、あまり期待してはいなかったのですが、たくさんのクジラをまじかに見ることができ、感動しました。この時期にこれて良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/26 |
Reviewed by: David
This was better than I could imagine. After leaving the shore on a small boat (three crew and four passengers), we passed manta village and went south a bit more to see some historic land with wild goats on it and sat there while the sun set. We had a platter of sushi and grapes, which was delicious.
When the sun set, we went back up and joined the rest of the boats at manta village, and got into the water where we all held a surf board and had floaties under our stomachs. It was all very comfortable, besides the cold, which we had full or short sleeve wetsuits for. The surf board had a nice light on it which attracted plenty of plankton.
We saw two manta rays, Amanda, and I forget the name of the other one. Amanda actually brushed up against my wife twice! (Don't intentionally touch them as I've heard it's a $5000 fine).
After plenty of time in the water, and repeated visits by both manta rays, we headed back to the boat and had some ginger ale on the way back to the dock.
Overall wonderful experience!
Oh, if you're on your honeymoon, make sure your ring fits tightly enough not to fall off in the water! And insure it if it's valuable! Mine slipped off, but thankfully I didn't loose a bunch of money.
Thank you for letting us know about your Sunset/Manta Snorkeling tour with Kona Ocean Experience! We're pleased that you appreciated the small group atmosphere, and enjoyed the sushi and fruit platter. We appreciate you taking the time to write your descriptive review as this lets other folks know what they might expect when going out on our tour. We're especially glad to hear that you had wonderful experience and super close encounters with the mantas, while being mindfully careful not to touch them! Thank you for your warning to others to remove loose jewelry... and although not expensive it's still a "bummer" that you lost your wedding ring. Mahalo again for joining us aboard. Hope you might be able to return for another adventure with KOEX in the future! Aloha!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise with Appetizers & Night Manta Ray Snorkel [90 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/26 |
Reviewed by: polo6
On the first day I participated, no whales appeared.
After returning to the hotel, I called the tour company and participated again two days later.
During the second time, although it was quite far away, I was able to see the spouts, dorsal fins, and tail fins about 5 or 6 times. It was disappointing not to see any jumps, but I suppose it's something rare to encounter.
Both days had good weather, so I was able to spend a comfortable time. Thank you very much.
最初に参加した日にはクジラは現れませんでした。
ホテルに戻った後,催行会社に電話して(日本語),2日後にまた参加しました。
2回目には,かなり遠くの方ではありますが,潮吹きや背びれ・尾びれなど,5~6回は見ることができました。ジャンプが見れなかったのは残念でしたが,きっとなかなか出会えないのでしょうね。
2日とも天気は良かったので,快適な時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/13 |
Reviewed by: さあや
I'm really glad I participated in the tour. After departing and finishing the eco-mai, dolphins appeared, and I was able to see them. Before that, I also encountered sea turtles! Once again, dolphins showed up, and I was able to swim with them, fulfilling my dream of swimming with dolphins in the waters of Hawaii! During snorkeling, I also encountered sea turtles and sharks, and within that short time, I was able to meet many sea creatures! I enjoyed marine sports like stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking, which are not easily available in Japan, making it a fulfilling trip. I'm truly grateful to everyone at Dolphin University. Thank you for the wonderful memories!
ツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。
出発してエホマイ終了後にイルカが現れて、見ることができました。
その前にもウミガメに出会うこともできました!
再び、イルカが現れて一緒に泳ぐことができ、ハワイの海でイルカと泳ぎたいという夢が叶いました!
シュノーケリング最中も、ウミガメやサメにも遭遇し、その短時間の間で海の生き物にたくさん出会えることができました!
日本ではなかなかできないサップやカヤックなどマリンスポーツも楽しめ、充実した旅行になりました。イルカ大学のみなさんには本当に感謝してます。ステキな思い出をありがとうございます!
Aloha Sayaka,
Congratulations on your graduation from the prestigious Dolphin University.
We are very happy to have been able to help you achieve your dreams. Please feel free to visit us anytime!!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha さあや様
この度は名門イルカ大学ご卒業おめでとうございます。
さあや様の夢を叶えるお手伝いが出来たこと、大変嬉しく思っております。
またいつでも遊びに来てくださいね!!
Mahalo〜
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/07 |
Reviewed by: kabo
Seeing Honolulu from the sea was amazing, but I didn't see any whales at all. Instead, I just kept seeing airplanes.
海から見るホノルルはすごく良かったんだけど、クジラが全く見れなかったぁ。代わりに飛行機ばっかり見てた。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/10 |
Reviewed by: sat
I participated because I am interested in submarines. It felt like an artificial landscape, and I didn't see many fish, but the experience of diving was interesting. I learned that even in shallow waters around the Big Island of Hawaii, there are reefs and many beautiful fish, so I plan to enjoy the natural ocean next time.
潜水艦に興味があって参加しました。
人工的な景色に感じられ、魚はあまり見られませんでしたが、潜っていく様子は面白いものでした。
ハワイ島の海では浅瀬でも岩礁があり、美しくたくさんの魚が見られることが分かったので、次回は自然の海を堪能しようと思います。
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| Packages: | ワイコロア地区送迎 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/15 |
Reviewed by: chappie
I could clearly see the whale. It was closer to the land than I expected. However, since it was still far away, I honestly couldn't feel its immense size. Still, I thought the richness of Hawaii's marine nature was wonderful.
The lunch buffet on the boat was satisfactory.
The photo was taken through the window while I was eating, so the quality is poor, but it captures the moment the tail went under.
クジラがはっきりと見えました。思ったよりも陸地に近い場所です。ただ、離れているのでその巨大さは正直感じられませんでした。それでもハワイの海の自然の豊かさ、素晴らしいと思いました。
船内の昼食ブッフェは満足できるレベルです。
写真は、食事しながら窓ガラス越しに撮ったので画質が悪くなりましたが尻尾が沈む瞬間です。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/09 |
Reviewed by: Michael D
We were picked up from our resort hotel at the Hilton Waikoloa. This was the only sunset whale watch cruise I could find that was actually in Kohala (why go back down to Kona when you're staying in Kohala?), and we were not disappointed.
The pupus were solid and kept us full enough to grab a late dinner after. The drinks were plentiful with lots of choices. Best of all, the skipper knew what he was doing and found us some whales and dolphins. He even got the dolphins to swim alongside/under the boat, which was a truly unique experience to lie on the net, a couple feet above a family of dolphins swimming full speed.
I know they cannot control the animals or the weather, but we lucked out on both fronts. Would recommend!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/05 |
Reviewed by: 宇宙のよっちゃん
We climbed the stairs between the sandy beach and the double-headed boat when the waves were calm, following the crew's signal. Depending on the timing, we got wet up to our thighs, and some people were excitedly shouting "Yay!" When we got on the boat, we sat on the deck and didn't go inside; the crew brought us drinks, egg sandwiches, and fruit. It seemed that this service was to prevent us from missing any whales while eating and drinking on board.
As we headed towards a whale that was slapping its fins in the distance, we unexpectedly got quite close to a breaching whale, but we only saw the last splash. After that, while praying for another breach and aiming my camera, it breached again. In total, we witnessed 10 breaches, numerous fin slaps, and 14 tail slaps, which was amazing; I don't think I'll ever see that many breaches again in my lifetime.
I was disappointed that I didn't know how to order the photos they took. I think it was necessary to register via email in advance?
砂浜から双頭船の間の階段を波が来ないときをクルーの合図で登ります。タイミング次第で太ももあたりまで濡れます、キャーと言って喜んでいる人もいました。船に乗ったら船上に座って中には入りませんでした、飲み物、卵サンドイッチ、果物をクルーが持ってきてくれました。船の中で飲んだり食べたりしているとクジラを見過ごすかもしれないので、このようなサービスだそうでした。
遠くでムナビレをバチンバチンとしているクジラに向かっていくと、なんとかなり近くでブリーチング突然だったので最後の波しぶきぐらいしか見えませんでした。そのあともう一回ブリーチングしてと祈りながらカメラを向けているとブリーチングしました。結局10回ものブリーチング、ムナビレをバチンバチン多数、尻尾でバチンバチン14回と最高でした、もう一生こんなに多数のブリーチングを見ることはないと思います。
撮ってくれた写真の注文の仕方がわからなかったのが残念でした。前もってEmailの登録が必要らしかった?
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| Packages: | カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2018年12月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/02 |
Reviewed by: 宇宙のよっちゃん
When we arrived at the pier, we signed in at a designated area (there were some materials in Japanese, see photo 1) and enjoyed a cup of coffee. Before boarding the Pride of Maui, we took a commemorative photo (you don't have to buy it for $20). After boarding, breakfast included strawberries, pineapple, bread, cake, and drinks (see photos 2 and 3). The strawberries were huge like Amaou, and the pineapple was sweet. On a tour I took a few years ago, there were only snorkel sets and fins, and I was quite scared in the deep waters of Molokini, so this time I brought a simple life jacket from Japan. On this tour, there were life jackets (see photo 7), of course, a long pole to use under the armpits (see photo 4), a wetsuit (see photo 5), and a belly wrap (see photo 6), so you could participate with just your body. There were also paid options for snuba (see photo 8) and rental underwater cameras (see photo 9).
Lunch consisted of hamburgers, with ketchup on the bread and vegetables on top, and you could choose from the grilled items at the stern of the boat (cheese on top of hamburgers, teriyaki chicken, and large sausages). They recommended the cheeseburger, but I had the chicken burger, which was quite tasty. Those who could still eat were allowed to line up again after everyone finished, and there were about 15 servings left over. If you don't line up for meals at the beginning, the waiting time can be long, but our Japanese guide, Sato-san, kindly took care of various needs for the Japanese guests. Although there were many foreigners on the tour, there was no need to worry; this tour is the best for Molokini. Before returning to the port, we were given a rice cracker. Sato-san (see photo 10) helped my wife when she was struggling while feeding fish in the water. I also received help from a foreign guy who was monitoring on a surfboard; without him, I would have been in double trouble. Since there are paid options, it's good to bring some money, and the only places to put your belongings are under your seat, which can get wet. I think it's better to bring a waterproof bag just in case. We were able to see turtles floating in the sea, and we got quite close to Molokini. However, you need to be careful as the current flows towards Molokini, which could lead to hitting the island or stepping on coral. I rated it as good because we didn't encounter any whales and there weren't small fish like in Hanauma Bay.
桟橋に着くとcheck inと書いてある場所で署名など(日本語で書いてある物もありました、写真1)して、コーヒーを一杯。船はプラウドオブマウイ号乗船前に記念写真(20$買わなくてよい)、乗船後朝食イチゴ・パイナップル・パン・ケーキ・飲み物(写真2・3)イチゴがアマオウみたいに大きくパイナップルは甘かった。数年前に行ったツアーではシュノーケルセットと足ひれしかなくて、かなり深いモロキニ島で怖かったので今回は日本から簡易のライフベストを持参しました。このツアーでは、ライフベスト(写真7)はもちろん脇の下に挟んで使う長い棒(写真4)、スエットスーツ(写真5)、お腹に巻いて使う(写真6)などがあり体一つで参加できました。有料でスヌーバ(写真8)、レンタル水中カメラ(写真9)もありました。昼食はハンバーガー、パンにケチャップなどをかけ、野菜類をのせ、最後には船尾で焼いている具(ハンバーグの上にチーズ、照り焼きチキン、大きいソーセージ)から選びます。おすすめはチーズバーガーだそうですが、私はチキンバーガーにして食べましたが結構おいしかった。まだ食べれる人は全員が終わった後にもう一度並んで作って食べてもよいそうでした、15人ぶんぐらい余ってました。食事は最初に並ばないと待ち時間ばかり長くてなど、日本人ガイドの佐藤さんが親切にいろいろ日本人の世話をしてくれます。外人さんが多いツアーですが何の心配もいりません、モロキニ島ならこのツアーがベストです。港に戻る前に煎餅一枚でました。日本人ガイドの佐藤さん(写真10)には妻が海の中で餌ずけをして苦しそうにしていた時にも助けていただきました。他にもサーフボードに乗って監視してくれていた外人のお兄さんにも助けてもらいました、私一人では二重遭難になるとこでした。有料のものもあるのでお金を持っていくのと、荷物を置く場所は座るとこか、座る下しかないので濡れます。濡れても大丈夫なビニール袋などを持参したほうがいいと思います。カメは海に浮かんでいるのが見れました、モロキニ島にかなり近くまで寄ってもらえます、海の流れがモロキニ島へ向かって流れているので注意しないと島にぶつかったりサンゴを踏んでしまいます。クジラに出会えなかったのとハナウマ湾みたいに小さな魚がいなかったので、評価をよかったにしました。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/01 |
Reviewed by: たじまやミート
I really wanted to see it live, so I decided to try whale watching for the first time. Since this is the only season to see them, I thought it would be a great opportunity.
In the morning, we headed to the port on a large bus, where a somewhat older but impressive cruise ship was docked. Other guests from different buses boarded, and we received explanations about the whales' behavior, how to respond when we spot them, and the best locations to find them.
As we set sail, we enjoyed a leisurely cruise while gazing at Waikiki Beach and heading out to sea just past Diamond Head. It seemed like the whales appeared somewhere, but I missed them. However, I was able to see a few blows and breaches from a distance afterward.
When everyone turned in unison toward the direction of the sighting, it created a strange sense of unity, and I really enjoyed it. Whether or not you see them is a matter of luck, but even just the cruising experience was highly satisfying, and I was able to spend the morning in a pleasant and meaningful way.
どうしても生で是非見てみたいというということで、初めてホエールウォッチングに申し込んでみました。この季節しか見れないということもあり、折角ならという思いもありました。
朝、大型バスで港に向かうと少し古めですが立派なクルーズ船が停泊していました。他のバスからのお客さんも乗り込み、生態や見つけた時の対応、出没スポットなどを説明いただきました。
出航すると、横目にワイキキビーチを眺めつつダイヤモンドヘッドの少し先の沖合までゆったりクルーズが続きました。
と、どこかで出現したようでしたが、見逃してしまいました。ただその後に何度かブローとブリーチングを遠目からですが、見ることができました。
出現した時に全員が一斉にその方向に向かうのは妙な一体感があり、とても楽しめました。見れるかどうかは運次第ですが、クルージングだけでも満足度は高く、午前中の時間を心地よく有意義に過ごすことができました。
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/26 |
Reviewed by: Tara W
This was the first time for everyone in our group of six! We all had an awesome time and really enjoyed getting to see the whales up close. We had been watching them from the shore all week and ended our trip with this experience! So happy we spent the money and took the time to do it!!!
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/07 |
Reviewed by: あっこ
There were few Japanese participants, and the guide spoke in English, but this is truly something you shouldn't miss! After seeing the underwater scenery, entering the sea brings various deep emotions. You can enjoy watching fish, sea turtles, and sunken ships. We participated in a few other tours, but we all agreed that this was the best one in our group!
日本人の参加者は少なく英語でガイドでしたが、これはほんとに見て損はないです!海中を見たあとに海に入ると色々と感慨深い
魚や海ガメ、沈んだ船など鑑賞できます
他にもいくつかツアーを参加しましたがこれが私たちのグループでは1番よかったねと感想を言い合いました♪
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| Packages: | スタンダード・サブマリン<定員48名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/09 |
Reviewed by: CHIKA
I recommend this whale watching tour. I saw many whales very near. The staff were friendly and very kind. I could make beautiful memories.
大型船でのホエールウォッチングツアー。過去にもいろいろ参加しましたが、見えることは見えるのですが、小型ボートほど小回りもスピードもないので、近くではみえないだろうなあ、とあまり期待はしてませんでした。まあ、ハワイ島のきれいな海をクルーズしてこよう、と思って参加しました。
海洋生物学者のカナダの女性がとても詳しく楽しく話をしてくれたり、スタッフの人たちも明るく親切な対応で、ストレスもなく船上でゆったりと過ごしてたら、想像以上にクジラをたくさん見れて、しかも近い!参加者全員にちゃんと見てもらえるようにスタッフからの指示もちゃんとしていて、本当に楽しめました。
とてもおススメのツアーです。
I recommend this whale watching tour. I saw many whales very near. The staffs were friendly and very kind. I could make the beautiful memories.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/12 |
Reviewed by: モアナ
We boarded the boat and moved to the front on the second deck early after lunch. Thanks to moving early, we secured the best spot for viewing! About 30 minutes later, we spotted a spouting whale! After that, it showed up multiple times. It was swimming close to the boat, and dolphins were swimming alongside it as well. Capturing photos was challenging, so I filmed everything on video. Later, I laughed at my excited voice while watching the video (lol). It was such a wonderful experience!
船に乗り込み、昼食後早めに2階の船の先頭へ移動しました。早めに移動したおかげで探すのにベストな場所をゲットできました!
30分程経って、潮を吹く姿を発見‼︎
それからは何回も姿を見せてくれました。
船からも近いところを泳いでいて、イルカも一緒に泳いでいました。
写真はタイミングが難しいので、ずっと動画で撮影。後で動画を見て興奮する自分の声に笑いました(笑)
とっても素敵な体験でした!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/08 |
Reviewed by: chiyo
I participated in the dolphin school. Although I wasn't expecting much since there are times when you can't see the dolphins even if they say you can swim with them, I was thrilled to encounter a dolphin right at the start. It swam right beneath us, and while spinning nearby, it jumped around, which was truly moving.
I was also able to see a large sea turtle up close, almost within reach, and I was very satisfied. The staff were bright and entertaining; at times, it felt a bit strict when we were looking for dolphins, but their desire to show us the dolphins really came through.
Overall, I was extremely tired but had a lot of fun and gained a truly valuable experience. I'm really glad I participated.
イルカ中学に参加しました。イルカと泳げると言っても見れないこともあるからあまり期待はしていなかったのですが、開始早々にイルカとご対面、私たちの真下を泳いでくれて、すぐそばでクルクル回りながらジャンプしてくれて、本当に感動しました。
大きなウミガメとは本当に手が届いてしまうほどの距離で見ることができて、大満足です。
スタッフの皆さんも明るく面白く、イルカ発見の場所では少しスパルタにも感じましたが、私たちにイルカを見せてあげたいと気持ちがとても伝わりました。
全体的に凄く疲れたけど、凄く楽しく、凄く貴重な経験ができて本当に参加して良かったと思っています。
Aloha Chiyo,
Congratulations on your graduation from Dolphin Junior High School!
We are glad you had the chance to meet our friendly Dolphin teachers. There may have been a bit of a tough love approach, but we hope you felt our desire for all students to swim with the Dolphin teachers!
We look forward to the day we can meet you again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha chiyoさん
この度は私立イルカ中学ご卒業おめでとうございます!
フレンドリーなイルカ先生達にお会い頂けてよかったです。
少しスパルタな面もあったかもしれませんが、生徒の皆さん全員がイルカ先生と泳いで欲しい!
という私たちの思いを感じて頂けたなら大変嬉しく思います。
是非またchiyoさんにお会いできる日を楽しみにしております。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/07 |
Reviewed by: junrin
In reality, it was quite far, but I was satisfied to see the tails and dorsal fins of whales about five times. I think it's a great tour for parents and families. The interior of the boat was also clean.
実際には、すごく遠かったですが、5回くらいクジラの尾びれや背びれが見られ満足です。親子、ファミリーには良いツアーだと思います。
船内も綺麗でした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/17 |
Reviewed by: DBA
The family enjoyed it very much, the staff was helpful abd informative.. plus we got to see whales abd dolphins..
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/08 |
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Aloha, Aichi Prefecture residents,
Thank you for participating in the tour. We are also disappointed that you couldn't meet Dolphin Sensei. The chances of meeting are about 90%, but depending on the sea conditions, such as water temperature, the day after fireworks, or the presence of sharks, there may be days when we cannot meet. We are glad to hear that you were able to meet Professor Turtle. If you were unable to meet Dolphin Sensei, you can retry for free during middle school, so please feel free to contact us again if the opportunity arises.
Additionally, on the Big Island of Kona, you can enjoy Dolphin High School, swimming with manta rays at Manta University at night, and sports fishing.
We look forward to the day we can meet again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha, 愛知県民様
この度はツアーにご参加下さり有難うございました。
イルカ先生に会えなかったとのことで私たちも残念です。
会える確率はだいたい9割ですが、水温や花火を上げた翌日、サメがいるときなど
海の状況によって会えない日もあります、、
カメ大教授には会えたとのことで私たちも嬉しく思います。
イルカ先生に会えなかった場合、中学は無料でもう一度リトライをしていただけますので、
ぜひまた機会があればご連絡ください。
また、ハワイ島コナではイルカ高等学校、マンタと夜の海で泳ぐマンタ大学、そしてスポーツフィッシングもお楽しみいただけます。
またお会い出来る日を楽しみにしております。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス