Reviewed by: Susan
We couldn't have asked for a better experience. The crew and marine naturalist were great. We were fortunate enough to see a lot of activity. Would definitely recommend.
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/15 |
Reviewed by: aya
It was a tour to swim with dolphins, but unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins. However, they took us far to search for them, which is not a usual route, and they entertained us with dances, so we didn't feel bored at all.
During snorkeling, we got to see a sea turtle! Although we couldn't swim together, we were able to see dolphins up close, which is a rare sight.
For me, the highlight was that the captain let me sit in the driver's seat; I was truly happy to have such a precious experience! ❤️
On the way back, since we couldn't swim with the dolphins, they gave us a half-price voucher and shared a video taken with a drone, showing the staff's wonderful consideration. Thank you very much!
イルカと泳ぐツアーでしたが、残念ながらイルカと会えなかったんです。でもいつもは行かない遠いところまで探しに行ってくれたり、ダンスをして楽しませてくれたりと退屈せずに過ごせました。
シュノーケリングでは、ウミガメさんに会えました!そして、一緒に泳ぐことはできないけれど、滅多に見れないイルカを間近でも見れました。
わたしにとっては何より、船長さんが操縦席に座らせてくれたこと、こんな貴重な体験ができるなんて本当に幸せでした!❤️
帰りのバスでは、イルカと泳げなかったので半額になるバウチャーをくれたり、ドローンで撮影した動画をくれたりと本当にスタッフさんの気配りが素敵でした。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2017年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Schultz
The boat and crew were fabulous. What a great way to see the coast of Maui and experience the magic. Everyone was well informed and treated us very well. Your experience and knowledge was greatly appreciated. Mahalo!,The Schultz clan
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Ryo
The tour was accompanied by the principal, and everyone, including the staff and the photographer, was very pleasant, making it enjoyable. It was lucky to see a pod of dolphins and turtles, but being able to see seals as well made it the best snorkeling experience.
学園長さんも同行のツアーでしたらスタッフの方もカメラマンもみな感じの良い人達で楽しめました。
イルカの群もカメも見れたのはラッキーでしたが、さらにアザラシまで見れて最高のシュノーケリング体験になりました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Jan Goldberg
Saw whales, multiple sea turtles, eels & got to pet an octopus! Great trip.. will do again on next trip!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Alice
This by far was one of the most exciting excursion of the vacation. We saw a ton of whales. We would definitely do this again.
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| Packages: | Morning Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Jan Goldberg
Great tour! We saw male whale showing off plus momma whale with baby!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch [1.5 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Freyda Calderon
Thank you for being part of our memory making. It was an amazing experience. Your crew was extremely attentive and going out of their way to make our experience a pleasant one. We will certainly use your services again whenever we get the opportunity. Thank you
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Tonya
This was so fun. To top it off at the end we got to see 30+ dolphin.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Stacy R
We saw several manta rays and they were amazing! Some came up to the surface and could be seen from the boat. Captain Morgan and Troy were awesome! They were funny, personable and told some great stories. While in the water, Troy and Cory were always making sure everyone was doing okay. I would definitely recommend this excursion with Sea Paradise and this crew.
March, 2017
Thank you for reviewing your tour. We are so happy you enjoyed the manta experience and the crew treated you well. Hope to be able to serve you again.
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/11 |
Reviewed by: CoCoCorinne
We got so lucky, getting to see a few different pods of whales! The boat was about 50 feet away, so the views of the whales (including Waikiki and Diamond Head as the backdrop) were spectacular!
The lunch buffet was excellent. Plenty of yummy options to choose from.
After lunch, activities were set up - lei making, plus ukulele and hula lessons. The cruise was a great way to spend the day!
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| Posted on: | 2017/03/17 |
Reviewed by: とーちゃん
I didn't know that winter whales come around the Big Island until I went there. I really wanted to see them, so I quickly signed up for a tour after arriving and participated with my family. I had two concerns: getting to the boarding area from the hotel and seasickness, but thanks to this tour, I managed to get through it safely. When traveling to an unfamiliar destination, even if you know the port's name, you can be troubled by not knowing the distance from the hotel or the means of transportation, but it was a great decision to have them pick us up at the hotel! Additionally, the boat was luxurious and hardly swayed, so I didn't experience the seasickness I was worried about. On top of that, I was able to see dolphins and whales, which was wonderful!
ハワイ島に行くまで冬期くじらがハワイ島周辺に来ていることを知らなかった。
是非見てみたいと思い、現地に行ってから急きょ申し込みをし、家族で参加した。
ホテルから乗船場までの足と船酔いの二つの懸念があったがこのツアーのお陰で無事乗り切れた。
慣れない旅行先では港の地名を知っても、ホテルからの距離や交通手段もわからずこまるがホテルでピックアップしてもらえたので正解!! また船は豪華船でほとんど揺れもなく心配した船酔いもなかった。
その上で、いるかやクジラも見ることができたのでよかった!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed observing dolphins and whales without experiencing any seasickness. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
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。
船酔いも無く、いるかや鯨の観測をお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
皆様の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: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Clare Morgado
We are local and go whale watching at least once a year. We have been whale watching on four islands and on as many different boats. As for comfort and ease of viewing we enjoyed "The Majestic" the most.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Mac
There were a lot of dolphins, but the sea was in a bad mood and a bit murky. I was lucky to be able to watch a whale spouting in the distance. It's a shame that interactions with dolphins seem to be restricted now. After all, Hawaii is definitely about the marine life!
イルカがいっぱいでしたが、海の機嫌が悪く、少々濁っていました。
遠くの方に、潮を吹いているクジラまでウオッチングできでラッキーでした。
イルカとの触れ合いも規制されてしまうそうで、残念です。
やはりハワイは、マリンかなー
ALOHA! Mac,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin School this time.
It's a tour that allows you to experience the ocean in its 100% wild and 100% natural state, where you can feel the slightly moody sea and encounter dolphins and whales that appear unexpectedly!
It was lucky to meet so many dolphin teachers, wasn't it?
When you come to Hawaii again, please join us! All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! Mac さま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
100%野生、100%自然を相手にするツアーだからこそ感じられる、
少し機嫌の悪い海や、突然現れてくれるイルカやクジラ!!
たくさんのイルカ先生と出会えたことがラッキーでしたね♪
あたハワイへお越しの際はえひご参加ください!スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/12 |
Reviewed by: 第?期イルカ中学卒業生
I came to Hawaii for the first time and was enjoying myself in Waikiki. Then I participated in a tour at Dolphin School and felt like I encountered what I was looking for in Hawaii. Waikiki is also a lot of fun, but for those who want to see the true face of Hawaii, I definitely recommend participating.
私は初めてハワイに来て、ワイキキで楽しんでいました。それからイルカ中学のツアーに参加して私がハワイに求めていた事に出会った気がしました。ワイキキもとても楽しいですが、本当のハワイの姿を見てみたいと思った方は是非参加する事を推めます。
ALOHA! To the graduates of the Dolphin Middle School,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School. It truly is a dream world of nature! Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office, SAKI
ALOHA ! 第?期イルカ中学卒業生さま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
まさに大自然の夢の世界!ですよね!!
また、ハワイへお越しの際は是非ご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス SAKI
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/12 |
Reviewed by: あちゅこちゃん
This is my second winter in Hawaii, and I have always wanted to go whale watching. After some deliberation, I chose a tour that included breakfast. We had our meal as soon as we boarded. I felt like I could have used more vegetables in the meal.
After eating, we waited on the deck for the whales to appear. The view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea was beautiful! This was my first time seeing it. I was excited, holding my camera and gazing at the ocean.
When the captain announced, "I have good news," everyone hurried to the indicated direction… the boat tilted! But I kept looking at the surface of the water. I was expecting to see a dynamic adult whale, so I was a bit disappointed by the cute little whale's spout and tail, but we definitely saw it. I wanted to see more, but it was time to head back to the port. I know I can't expect to see a magnificent sight on a one-time cruise, so I would like to join another opportunity next time.
I opted for the pickup service, but I didn't really need it. They arrived very early, and we left our hotel right away, but we were made to wait a long time at the next hotel, and the air conditioning in the car was too cold. I thought it would have been better to take a taxi.
The tour was conducted entirely in English, but the crew was kind, and even though I only understood a few words, I still enjoyed it.
Please continue to plan fun tours!
冬のハワイは2度目ですが、
以前から ホエールウォッチングには行ってみたいと思っていました。
悩んで 朝食付きのツアーに。乗船してすぐ食事。食事の内容は 野菜が欲しかったなぁという感想。
食後、デッキで 鯨が現れるのを待ちます。
海から見るワイキキの街、ダイヤモンドヘッドの美しいこと! これは素晴らしい。初めて見ました。
わくわくしながら、カメラを持って海を眺める。
キャプテンの「いい知らせです」というアナウンス、みな慌てて 指示された方向へ移動… 船が傾いてる‼ でも、海面を眺めます。
ダイナミックな大人クジラの姿を期待していたので、ちびっこクジラのかわいい潮吹きと シッポには ちょっとガッカリでしたが、間違いなく見えました。
もっと見ていたかったけど、時間がきて 港へ引き上げ。一度っきりのクルーズで、写真集のような立派な姿が見られるわけないし、また 次のチャンスに参加してみたいと思います。
送迎付きにしましたが、送迎はいらないです。
すごく早く迎えに来られて、私たちのホテルは すぐに出発したのですが、次のホテルで散々待たされ、車内のエアコンは効きすぎていて寒かったのです。あれなら、タクシーで行ったほうが良かったなぁーと思いました。
ツアーは 送迎から全て英語の案内のみでしたが、クルーは親切で 単語しかわからない私でも楽しめました。
これからも 楽しいツアーを企画してください。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe the whales, even if just a little. On some days, it is possible to witness the spectacular sight of whales jumping, so please come back to look for those active whales when you have the opportunity.
Regarding the transportation service, we will share your comments internally and use them to improve our future services. Thank you for your valuable feedback.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加いただき、誠に有難うございました。
少しでも鯨の姿をご観測いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
日によってはジャンプする鯨の豪快な姿を観測できる時もございますので、
機会がございましたそんなアクティブな鯨を探しに、またいらして下さい。
送迎に付きましては、いただきましたコメントを社内で共有させて頂き、
今後の送迎サービスの改善に役立たせていただきます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
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: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/05 |
Reviewed by: にのにの
I was able to see dolphins swimming nearby.
Whether you encounter a pod of dolphins depends on luck that day, but within just 10 minutes of going out to sea, we spotted a group! I immediately jumped in and swam for over an hour. That day, there were many dolphins swimming around, and I was able to see them up close multiple times.
The dolphins gracefully swimming right at my feet were beautiful and adorable. When I said "Aloha!" in a high voice underwater, they responded with squeaks. Some dolphins even showcased their skills by jumping out of the water and spinning around, and I fell in love with these gentle and playful creatures.
I wore my phone in a waterproof case around my neck while entering the water, so I was able to take photos and videos. The videos are fun to watch later, and if they turn out well, you can take screenshots, so I recommend it. The guide took photos with a special camera, and after the tour, you can purchase the data, so if you want beautiful pictures, I think it's a good idea to have the guide take plenty for you.
After watching the dolphins, we had lunch on the boat and went back into the sea. That day, I was able to see a sea turtle swimming for a brief moment. I also saw beautiful fish and got to ride on a canoe and a surfboard. I thought it was a great deal since you can do so many things in one tour.
I was anxious because my English is not very good, but there was a Japanese guide, and all the other crew members were cheerful and fun, so it was fine.
However, the sea in February was cold, and the weather wasn't great, so I rented a wetsuit before getting on the boat. Also, since I hadn't properly swum in over 10 years and was snorkeling for the first time, snorkeling for over an hour was quite challenging for me. I had to swim to where the dolphins were myself, and if I fell behind, I wouldn't be able to see them, so I was desperately trying to keep up with the guide, which took a lot of energy. Since I usually don't exercise at all, it was a good workout!
It was tough, but it was a very enjoyable tour and will be a great memory of Hawaii, so I highly recommend it!
近くで泳ぐイルカの姿を見ることができました。
イルカの群れに出会えるかはその日の運次第・・・ということでしたが、海に出て10分もかからずイルカの群れを発見!
すぐに海に飛び込み、1時間以上海を泳ぎ続けました。
この日はイルカの群れがたくさん泳いでおり、何度も近くで見ることができました。
自分の足元で優雅に泳ぐイルカ達はとても綺麗で可愛かったです。
海の中で「アロハ~」と高い声で言うとキューキュー鳴いて反応してくれました。
水面から飛んでクルクル回る技を披露してくれるイルカもいて、優しくてサービス精神旺盛なイルカが大好きになりました。
防水ケースに入れた携帯を首にかけて海に入ったので、写真や動画を撮ることもできました。
動画は後で見ても楽しいし、綺麗に撮れたらスクショもできるのでオススメです。
ガイドさんが専用カメラで写真を撮ってくれて、ツアー終了後データを購入することもできるので綺麗な写真が欲しい方はガイドさんにいっぱい撮ってもらうといいと思います。
イルカ達を見たあとは船上で昼食を食べ、再び海へ。
この日は一瞬ですが、泳いでいるウミガメを見ることができました。
他にも綺麗なお魚を見たり、カヌーやサーフボードに乗ったり。
いろんなことが1度のツアーでできるのでお得だなと思いました。
英語が全然ダメなので不安でしたが、日本人のガイドの方がいるし、他のクルーも皆さん陽気で楽しい方ばかりなので大丈夫でした。
ただ、2月の海は寒く天気も良くなかったので船に乗る前にウェットスーツをレンタルしました。
あと、10年以上まともに泳いでいない、シュノーケリング初めての自分にとっては1時間以上続けてのシュノーケリングは結構大変でした。
イルカの群れのいる場所に向かって自分で泳がないといけず、出遅れるとイルカを見ることができないのでガイドさんについていくのに必死でかなり体力使いました。
普段全く運動しないのでいい運動になりました!
大変でしたが、とても楽しいツアーでハワイのいい思い出になるのでオススメです!
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. It was such a lucky day to meet the dolphins just 10 minutes after departure! The fact that the 100% wild dolphins provided such great service means that they wanted to swim with you all too♪
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! にのにの様
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
出港して10分でイルカ先生たちと出会えたなんて、とってもラッキーな日でしたね!!
100%野生のイルカ先生たちが、そんなにサービスしてくれたということは、、、
先生たちも皆さんと泳ぎたかったからでしょう♪
ぜひ、またハワイへお越しの際はご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
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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: | 2017/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/25 |
Reviewed by: 味噌付
We encountered a whale right after departing! I was surprised to see it so close to the shore. It wasn't exactly "right in front of us," but while enjoying the view of the sea from Honolulu and taking a leisurely cruise, we occasionally heard announcements from the captain. When we looked in the direction of the announcements, there was a whale! We had a wonderful time.
出港してすぐにクジラと遭遇!
あんなに岸から近くに居るなんてびっくりでした。
決して「目の前で!」って訳ではありませんが、
ホノルルの海からの景色を楽しみながら、
ゆっくりしたクルーズを楽しみつつ、
時々船長のアナウンスが入って、
アナウンスのあった方向を見ると、クジラが!
楽しい時間を過ごせました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching and the views from the ship. Also, thank you for sharing your beautiful photos! All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
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。
今回、鯨の観測や、船からの景色をお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
また、綺麗なお写真の掲載も有難うございました!
皆様の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: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/07 |
Reviewed by: chika
The dolphins are cute, and the staff is friendly, which made it enjoyable. However, the dolphin pool is quite dirty, so it might be tough for those who are particular about cleanliness.
イルカは可愛いし、スタッフも親切で楽しかったです。只、イルカプールはかなり汚いので、潔癖の方は厳しいとおもいます。
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| Packages: | 選べる無料特典付き!イルカと泳ぐ!ドルフィンスイム・アドベンチャー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/10 |
Reviewed by: YY Brasilからきました
On February 25, 2017, I went on an overseas trip with my wife for the first time in 30 years to go whale watching. I thought it would be lucky if we saw any whales, but to my surprise and amazement, humpback whales appeared one after another.
Actually, I had previously gone to see whales at Cape Shionomisaki on the Kii Peninsula in Japan, where I saw dolphins and pilot whales, but this was my first time seeing such large humpback whales. It was magnificent and truly moving.
The trick is to look out at the sea and spot the spouts; then you can see their backs, and finally, the tails. However, taking pictures with a mobile phone is quite challenging. I ended up purchasing a photo from a professional photographer on board for $20!
I highly recommend this experience for nature lovers.
2017/02/25
30年ぶりの 家内との海外旅行 ホエールウォッチングに行ってきました.
見れたら ラッキーぐらいにおもっていたら
次々 ザトウクジラは あらわれて 驚きと 感動に つつまれました.
実は 以前日本の 紀伊半島 潮岬で 鯨を見に行きましたが イルカとゴンドウは見れましたが
今回のように 大きなザトウクジラは初めて.壮大で 感動しました.
コツは 海を眺めて 潮吹きをみつけること そのあと背中が見えて 最後に 尾が見れます.
でも 携帯で 撮るのは かなりハードルがたかいです.
乗船していた プロカメラマンの写真を $20で購入しました!
自然の好きな方には とっても おすすめです.
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/25 |
Reviewed by: ぱんなこった
Since I was going during whale season, I made a last-minute reservation on a day when I had free time. I was worried because I heard that people who went two days prior didn't see any whales, but we saw plenty! When a whale appeared, they made it easy to understand by indicating the direction using the hands of a clock. We got to see whales swimming and jumping energetically, and I'm really glad I made the reservation. During the trip, we enjoyed views of Oahu from the sea, experiencing scenery that we usually can't see. We could depart leisurely in the morning, and even without breakfast included, we had plenty of fun on the water. I definitely want to participate again next year.
せっかくクジラの時期に行くのだからと予定が空いている日に直前の予約を入れました。
2日前にホエールウォッチングに参加した人は、見られなかったと聞いていたので、心配していましたが、たくさん見られました!
クジラが現れると分かりやすく、時計の針に例えて方角を教えてくれました。
泳いでいるクジラも、元気に跳ぶクジラも見れ、本当に予約してよかったと思います。
移動中は海からオアフを眺められ、普段見ることのできない風景を楽しみました。
朝はゆっくり出発できますし、海の上を楽しむために、朝食は付けなくても十分楽しめます。
来年もぜひ参加したいです。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe many whales this time. Please do come visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
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。
今回は沢山の鯨をご観測いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非、また遊びにいらして下さい。
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
予約課
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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: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/19 |
Reviewed by: じゅんじゅん
In February, I participated in whale watching in Hawaii. I was able to see the whales' spouts and bodies several times! The views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the boat, as well as the cruising experience, were also enjoyable.
2月のハワイということでホエールウォッチングに参加しました。クジラの潮吹きと体を何度か見ることができました!船上からみるワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッド、クルージングもたのしかったです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/25 |
Reviewed by: hinnga
On the morning of March 10th, I went with breakfast included. It was a buffet-style meal, and I thought I would take a little bit of everything like in Japan, but there was only one type of bread, one type of muffin, white rice, scrambled eggs, sausages, and cereal (laughs). The American in front of me piled the same food high on their plate, and I thought, "If you put that much on, you can't add more!" but it seems that was the right approach (laughs). I don't eat a lot in the morning, so it was fine, but I couldn't help but laugh at the limited variety ((´∀`*)).
As for the main event, the whale just kept blowing water and showing its back a little, and I didn't even get to see the sea turtles that you always spot when you're out at sea... it left me feeling a bit disappointed. However, the view of Honolulu from the ocean was great ( ◠‿◠ ).
3月10日午前中、朝食付きで行ってきました。
ブュッフェタイプの食事で、日本のつもりでちょっとずつ色々取ろう!と思ったら。パン一種、マフィン一種、白米、スクランブルエッグ、ウィンナー、シリアルだけでした(笑)私の前のアメリカ人が同じものを山盛りお皿に盛り、あんなに入れたら数乗せられないじゃない?と見てたけどアレが正解だった模様(笑)朝からモリモリは食べないから良いんだけど、種類の少なさに笑っちゃいました((´∀`*))
メインの鯨は潮吹きと背中チラ見せを繰り返すだけで、海に出ると必ず見かけるウミガメも見れずう〜〜ん・・・な不発気分でした。海からのホノルルの眺めは良かったですよ( ◠‿◠ )
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry to hear that you were unable to fully enjoy the meals and whale watching.
We will share your comments internally and use them to improve future cruises.
If you have the opportunity, please try our other packages as well.
All of our staff look forward to serving you again.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
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。
お食事や鯨の観測を十分にお楽しみいただけなかった事、大変残念に思います。
いただきましたコメントは社内で共有させて頂き、今後のクルーズ改善に役立たせて頂きます。
機会がございましたら、私共の他のパッケージもお試しください。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/10 |
Reviewed by: サトル
On the day we arrived at the Big Island, we joined a tour.
It took just under an hour from the hotel to reach the boat dock. After borrowing wetsuits and changing, we set off.
While on the boat heading to the point, it was sunset time. The sunset viewed from the boat was exceptional.
As for the mantas, they started to appear as the sun set and it got darker. They swam right up close to my stomach and face.
They make a full circle to eat plankton, so you can see both above and below the mantas.
I heard that you can hardly see mantas on Oahu. Definitely try to encounter mantas on the Big Island.
As for swimming, it was easy since I was just holding onto the grip bar. They also provided a bar to rest my feet on, which made it even more comfortable.
Also, it gets quite cold on the way back. Once you return to the boat, it's best to take off the wetsuit right away and wrap yourself in a large bath towel or put on a T-shirt.
The boat moves at a pretty fast speed on the way back, so it gets colder than on the way out.
ハワイ島についた日にツアーに参加しました。
ホテルから1時間弱で、ボート乗り場に到着。
ウエットスーツを借りて着替えてから、出発です。
船に乗って、ポイントに向かう途中でサンセットの時間になりました。
船から見るサンセットは格別でした。
そして、マンタは というと、陽が沈み暗くなるにつれマンタがやってきました。
自分のお腹や顔スレスレのところまでやってきて泳いでくれました。
プランクトンを食べるために、ぐるっと一周するので、マンタの上も下も眺めることができます。
オアフ島では、ほとんどマンタは見れないそうです。
ぜひ、ハワイ島でマンタに出会ってださい。
泳ぎの方ですが、握りバーにつかまっているだけなので、楽ちんです。
途中で、足を乗せるバーも用意してくれたので、さらに楽ちんでした。
あと、帰りは結構寒くなります。
船に戻ったらすぐウェットスーツを脱いで、
大きなバスタオルにくるまったり、Tシャツを着た方が良いです。
帰りもすごいスピードで船は動きますので、行きよりも寒くなります。
ALOHA!! I'm glad to hear that you were able to see many manta rays! If you have the opportunity to visit the Big Island again, we would love for you to participate in Manta University and Dolphin High School. We look forward to your next visit, MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! たくさんのマンタに会えたようで何よりです! また是非、ハワイ島にいらっしゃる機会があればマンタ大学・イルカ高等学校にご参加いただければと思います。 またのお越しをお待ちしております、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | コナ地区送迎プラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/03 |
Reviewed by: さとポン
The weather on the day was decent. The day before, I had seen whales from the balcony of the Hilton Hawaiian Village, so I boarded the shuttle bus with high expectations.
We took a family photo when we boarded the boat (they will come around later to sell it for $20).
Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales, but the family was satisfied to see Diamond Head, which can't be seen from Waikiki Beach. The breakfast was also decent.
当日の天気はまずまず。前日にヒルトンハワイアンビレッジのホテルのバルコニーから、クジラが見えたことから『昨日見れたから期待大!』という気持ちで迎えのバスに乗り込みました。
船に乗船すふ時に家族で写真を撮ってもらいました。(後で20ドルで売りに来ます。)
結局、残念ながらクジラは見れませんでしたが、ワイキキビーチから見れないダイヤモンドヘッドを見れて家族は満足してくれました。朝食もまずまずの内容でした。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are also disappointed that no whales were observed this time. We are glad you enjoyed the view of Diamond Head from the sea. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
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。
今回、鯨は観測されなかったとの事、私共も残念に思います。
海からのダイアモンドヘッドの景色をお楽しみいただけて幸いです。
皆様の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: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/17 |
Reviewed by: ananas
I went on the cruise when my parents visited from Japan in mid-February, but we didn't see any whales. However, when I went again with my husband at the beginning of March, they appeared frequently. So, is the probability 50%? I heard that the chances are better around February to March. Also, whales tend to be less active in the morning.
I debated whether to include breakfast or not, but since it was just a 2-hour early bird cruise, it didn't have a luxurious atmosphere, and breakfast wasn't necessary (I'm not sure if that's good or bad, but quite a few people brought snacks and drinks). The view from Waikiki to Diamond Head is fantastic. Therefore, my parents were quite satisfied even though they didn't see any whales. The kids seemed to get bored, which was a bit unfortunate.
I think it's best to consider the primary purpose of the cruise as enjoying the scenery, and if you happen to see whales, that's just a bonus.
2月半ばに両親が日本から遊びに来た時に乗りましたが、鯨は現れず、再乗船券をもらって3月頭に夫と乗ったときにはバンバン現れました。ですので確率は50%?
確率の高さとしては2月~3月頃が良いと聞きました。
あと朝は鯨があまり活動しないとか。。
朝食付きか無しで悩みましたが、たったの2時間のアーリーバードなので豪華クルーズという雰囲気もあまりなく、朝食無しで十分でした(良いのか悪いのか分かりませんが、結構みなさん、スナックや飲み物を持ち込んでいました)。ワイキキからダイアモンドヘッドにかけても眺めは素晴らしいです。ですので、両親も鯨が見れなくてもけっこう満足していました。お子さんたちは飽きてしまってかわいそうでしたけれど。
単に船に乗って景色が見れるのを第一目的として、鯨が見れたらめっけもん程度に考えて乗られたらよいと思います。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the scenery, but we are also disappointed that you did not see any whales. While we ask that you refrain from bringing your own food and snacks, there are tables in the courtyard area of the Aloha Tower Marketplace where you can have a light meal before boarding. If you have the opportunity, please come again with your parents. All of our staff look 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。
今回は、景色をお楽しみいただけました様ですが、鯨に付きましては私共も残念に思います。
お飲み物やスナック類を含むお食事のお持込はご遠慮いただいておりますが、
アロハタワーマーケットプレイス内では、コートヤードエリアにテーブルなどがございますので、
そちらで軽くお食事されてからご乗船いただいても良いかと思います。
機会がございましたら、ご両親とまた一緒にいらして下さい。
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<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/02/17 |
Reviewed by: たまこ
I was able to see whales about four times, and it was really exciting!
However, since the captain's greetings and everything were in English, I was quite nervous (laughs). I think it would have been even more enjoyable if I could properly understand English. The food seemed delicious, but I couldn't handle the smell, so I couldn't participate in the cultural experience (^^;;)
クジラは4回くらい見ることができて、すごく盛り上がりました!
が、船長さんの挨拶や諸々が全て英語だったので、、結構緊張しました(笑)
ちゃんと英語がヒアリングできたらもっと楽しかっただろうなと思いました。
ご飯は美味しかったみたいですが、私は匂いがダメで・・文化体験も萎縮してしまって参加できませんでした(^^;;)
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching. Most of our staff speak English, and we regularly interact with customers from various countries, so we are happy to assist even with language barriers. Next time, please be sure to dive into that American and Hawaiian experience! All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
S. 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。
鯨の観測をお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
私共のスタッフは英語を話す者がほとんどですが、
日ごろより様々な国のお客様と接しておりますので、
言葉の壁があっても喜んでお手伝いさせていただいております。
次回は是非、そんなアメリカン、ハワイアン体験に飛び込んでみてください!
スタッフ一同皆様のまたのお越しをお待ち申し上げております。
ス他オブホノルル
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Natalie Zahra
We had the best time! Honestly one of the best experiences of my life! Would definitely do this again!! Looking forward to seeing the footage pls send through when its ready. Many thanks
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/08 |
Reviewed by: hasu
The rain and wind were strong, and unfortunately, the weather was not good. The captain announced that a whale had been spotted, but I couldn't see it at all. It's unfortunate, but there's nothing that can be done.
雨風共に強く、あいにくのお天気でした。キャプテンはクジラを発見したと放送がありましたが、まったくわかりませんでした。仕方ありませんが残念でした。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry to hear that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time.
If you have the opportunity, please come back and give it another try.
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ご参加頂き、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様で大変残念に思います。
機会がございましたら、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+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Bob and Jabez
My 15 year old son and I had a wonderful sail and snorkel trip. The 3 person crew took great care of us and we got to see turtles, fish and whales. Very thankful for the cruise. Highly recommend them.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/06 |
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ALOHA! Ryo,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School program. The dolphin family, sea turtles, and even seals!! Our photographer was so excited to find the seals, which are rarely seen, and successfully took close-up photos to share with everyone when they returned to the office!
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! Ryoさま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
イルカの家族もウミガメも、アザラシまで!!
あまり見ることの出来ないアザラシを見つけて、皆様にお写真をお見せしようと近くでの撮影に成功したカメラマンも大興奮でオフィスに戻ってきていました!
ぜひ、またハワイへお越しの際はご参加ください。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス