Reviewed by: Heather
The whole crew were so kind and took care of everyone immediately. They checked in on everyone when we were all in the ocean. I went during a solo trip and it was definitely a highlight! Also drank 2 delicious mai tais on the way back. Saw two big turtles and the most beautiful fish all around! Defs book this whether solo or with your own crew!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/08 |
Reviewed by: よしみ
We were supposed to gather at 7:30, but boarding and departure were around 8:00. Kanako, the Japanese staff member, was very attentive and made us feel at ease throughout the tour. The wind was strong, so our snorkeling time at Molokini Island was planned for one hour, but we wrapped it up in about 30 minutes and moved to the next point at Coral Gardens. We encountered a pod of dolphins around Molokini Island, which was amazing! Coral Gardens had more coral and fish than I imagined, and we even saw a sea turtle. The breakfast service and lunch (hamburger) were delicious as well.
7時半集合でしたが、乗船&出港は8時頃だったでしょうか。
日本人スタッフのカナさんが、とてもきめ細やかに声をかけてくれて終始安心してツアーに参加できました。
風が強くてモロキニ島ではシュノーケル1時間の予定だったそうですが、30分程度で切り上げて次のコーラルガーデンのポイントへ移動。
モロキニ島周辺でイルカの群れに遭遇して感動(^_^)
コーラルガーデンは想像以上に珊瑚やお魚が多くて、ウミガメにも逢えました。
朝食サービス、昼食のランチ(ハンバーガー)も美味しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/06 |
Reviewed by: NORINCO
Since I didn't want to go snorkeling, I thought about taking a boat out to sea, so I searched in the morning and boarded a boat around 2 PM that day. I didn't get to see a honu, but I did see a pod of dolphins! They swam very close to the side of the boat, and I was really happy! You can see Waikiki from the ocean side, and there's a chance to meet dolphins, so I would like to use this service again.
シュノーケルなどをしない為、船に乗って海に出たいなーと思い、午前中に探してその日の14時ごろの船に乗りました。ホヌには会えなかったけど、イルカの群れを見れました!船の横とても近くに泳いでくれて、とっても嬉しかったです!ワイキキを海側から見れるし、イルカに会えるチャンスもあるし、また利用したいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/31 |
Reviewed by: MM
The sunset viewed from the boat and the manta rays tumbling far exceeded my expectations!!! I was very satisfied with the tour content!! However, the water temperature was surprisingly low, so I was freezing while watching the manta rays... You can rent a wetsuit for $10, but it only goes up to the knees, so it's still cold in the end. I still recommend renting a wetsuit. I didn't rent one, so I was cold the whole time. The hot chocolate after returning to the boat was soothing. Also, the toilet on the boat was out of order, so I couldn't use it. I was in pain wanting to go to the bathroom after snorkeling. It would have been perfect if the toilet had been fixed!!!!
船から見る夕日と予想を遥かに超えるマンタのタンブリング!!!ツアーの内容はとても満足です!!
ただ、意外と水温が低かったためマンタを見ながら凍えていました。。。10ドルでウェットスーツを借りることができますが、そのウェットスーツも膝上までしかないので結局寒いです。それでもウェットスーツを借りることをおすすめします。私は借りなかったのでずっと寒かったです。船に戻った後のホットチョコレートは体に沁みました。また、船に設置されているトイレが故障中のため使えず。シュノーケルが終わったあとずっとトイレに行きたくて辛かったです。トイレが直っていれば完璧でした!!!!
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| Packages: | 1便プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Mary H
We attended on Monday October 16. The 4 guys did such a fantastic job making it fun for all of us. It was a unique and exciting experience. I can not say enough good things about it. I highly recommend it and would even go so far as to say it is a MUST DO on the Big Island!!
Aloha Mary! We are so happy that you enjoyed our Manta Ray tour. Thank you so much for joining us. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/16 |
Reviewed by: 旅初心者
It was great until we got on the boat, but the waves were so strong that I got seasick and couldn't enjoy it at all. It seems that Japanese people are gathered on the second floor of the boat, but it shakes a lot up there. I definitely think that anyone who gets motion sickness should avoid this. During our time, we couldn't even see any dolphins. Honestly, I felt like I wanted at least a little bit of my money back.
船に乗るまでは良かったですが、波がすごくて船酔いして全く楽しめませんでした。
日本人は船の2階に集めらるみたいですが、2階がすごく揺れます。少しでも乗り物酔いする方は絶対にやめておいたほうがよいと思います。
私達の時はイルカも見れませんでした。ほんと、少しでいいからお金返してほしい気持ちでした。
Dear Beginner Traveler,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We also appreciate your valuable feedback amidst your busy schedule.
We apologize for any discomfort caused by the slightly strong winds and waves during your experience. The sea conditions on the day you participated were two days after we had to cancel the tour on October 18 due to seasonal strong winds and high waves. While there were no issues with the boat's departure or the tour itself, we have confirmed that some participants experienced seasickness due to the high swells.
It is unfortunate that, despite your anticipation, this experience turned into a challenging memory.
The enjoyment of the tour can be greatly affected by sea conditions. While it may have been a tough experience, we hope that if you have the opportunity to try again, we would be more than happy to support you to the best of our ability. Please do reach out to us then.
Take care.
Mahalo!
旅初心者様
この度はイルカ大学へ参加いただきありがとうございました。また、お忙しい中貴重なコメントを頂き重ねて感謝申し上げます。
風や波がやや強めの海のコンディションの中不快な思いをさせてしまい申し訳ありませんでした。
ご参加いただいた日の海のコンディションは季節特有の強風と高波のためにツアーの催行を中止した10/18の二日後でした。船の出航やツアーの催行に問題はなかったものの、まだ波のうねりが高かったために船酔いされてしまった方が何組かいらっしゃったと確認しております。
自然が相手のツアーとはいえ、楽しみにご参加いただいたにも関わらず辛い思い出となってしまい残念です。
海のコンディションによってツアーの楽しさが左右されます。辛かったという思い出となってしまっているかもしれませんが、これに懲りずもし再挑戦する機会がありましたら全力でサポートさせていただきたく思います。その時はぜひご一報ください。
どうかご自愛くださいませ。
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ドルフィンスイム/送迎付きプラン(10月末まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Rebecca Shaw
The captain and crew were engaging, fun and so very very kind. As a heavy traveler I don’t often put myself out there unless I KNOW I can do all of the activity. I was worried about being able to get out of the water after snorkeling. They never once made me feel like I was a pain, uncomfortable, or “less than” that is not a typical experience, so not only did they get my business for the snorkeling trip, I also went on their sunset cruise for the next two days. I will shout their praises to the rooftops!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/25 |
Reviewed by: さささ
The pick-up and drop-off times were on schedule. The crew mostly spoke English and had little understanding of Japanese, but they were cheerful and provided very good service. I was unable to see any dolphins.
送迎の時間などは定刻通りでした。クルーの皆さんはほぼ英語で日本語はほとんど通じませんでしたが、にこやかでとても良い対応をしてもらいました。
イルカを見ることは出来ませんでした。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/24 |
Reviewed by: E & C Flores-Montoya
My husband and I booked this tour for our honeymoon on the island. It was truly amazing to see the many fish and mantas in their natural habitat! I was that person who forgot their motion sickness meds. If you get motion sick/sea sick definitely take them so you can enjoy the whole experience without feeling queasy. If you come from colder climates you may not need wet suits. My husband and I didnt get them as we come from a cold climate and did fine temperature wise. The captain and his crew, Diego, were very knowledgeable and friendly. They also helped out a bunch when I wasn't feeling well. Would recommend this tour to anyone!
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining our Manta Ray tour and for choosing Iruka! It makes us so happy to hear that our guests are loving their experience. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Spitz_Roku
Overview:
The meeting point is the Holocai Catamaran booth located on the beach side of the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort on the first floor of the hotel. If you're unsure, you can enter the hotel from the Steak Shack side and walk towards the abc store to find it.
There, you check in. There are about 12 participants. Since the boat will be moored on the sandy beach, you'll need to take off your sandals to board. About four strong men will be your guides. They look impressive, like old-time sailors from a movie. As I listened to the explanations (in English), we soon moved to an area where we could see honu (sea turtles). (I didn't feel much rocking.) Most participants were foreigners, with only a few Japanese. You can borrow snorkeling sets and life jackets. Wearing the jacket is mandatory, but whether to inflate it is up to personal judgment. Beginners should inflate it, while experienced snorkelers who want to dive can keep it deflated. The spots where honu are found are crowded with various tour groups, so we shared the space and slowly approached the honu together. We observed the honu as they surfaced for air, keeping a respectful distance. The guide provided friendly explanations and directed us on where to go. However, in the latter half, things became less organized, and people started to act freely, so it's good to occasionally look up to see where the guide is or swim towards the direction of someone calling out "Holokai!" When there was a honu underwater, I borrowed an underwater camera from another guest (I used a GoPro), and the guide dove down to take close-up shots. It was a wonderful memory. After observing for a while, we returned to the boat and had free time sailing around Waikiki's waters. Soft drinks were free, while alcohol was available for purchase (ID is only required when buying; if you don't plan to buy, you don't need an ID). Participants freely took photos and relaxed on the net at the front of the boat... The guide was always cheerful and even spoke a little Japanese when he realized we were from Japan... We spent a leisurely time on our way back...
Impression:
Of course, it depends on the weather and waves that day, but in my case, I hardly felt any rocking and was very comfortable. It's not particularly Japanese-friendly, and the vibe and way of speaking are completely native, but they don't say anything too difficult, and if you ask, they will teach you very friendly. If the weather is nice, you might get sunburned, so I recommend bringing long sleeves and sunglasses. If you have an underwater camera, I definitely recommend bringing it. After getting off the boat, there is a Steak Shack right in front, so I had lunch there.
Since the atmosphere is quite international, those who are not comfortable with that should consider it, but it was a very pleasant experience that made me feel like I was in a tropical paradise. There was no pressure to do anything in particular, and everyone enjoyed their travels freely, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
概要:
集合場所はアウトリガー リーフ ワイキキビーチリゾートのビーチ側のホテル内1FにあるHolocai Catamaranのブース。よくわからない場合はステーキシャック側からホテル内に入ってabc storeあたりまで行くとあります。
そこで受付。参加人数は12名ほど。砂浜にボートがつくのでサンダルを脱いで乗船。屈強な男たち4名ほどがガイドをしてくれる。かっこいい。映画の中の昔の船乗りみたいにかっこいい。なんとなく説明(英語)を聞いているといつの間にかホヌ(ウミガメ)がいる辺りに移動。(あまり揺れは感じませんでいた)参加者の多くは外国人。日本人はわずか。借りれるのはシュノーケリングセットと救命ジャケット。ジャケットは着用マストだがふくらませるかどうかは個人判断。初心者なら膨らませ、経験者で潜水したい場合は空気を入れなければ良い。ホヌがいるスポットは様々はツアーの客が群がっているので、譲り合ってゆっくりみんなでホヌに近づく。息継ぎのために水面まで上がってくるホヌを一定の距離を保ちながら観察。ガイドがフレンドリーに説明をしてくれたりどっちに行くかを案内してくれる。ただ後半は段々と統率がなくなってきて自由に行動し始めるので、たまには顔を上げてガイドがどこにいるのか、またはホロカイ!と声を上げているほうへ泳いで迷子にならないように。水下にホヌがいたときは、水中カメラを持っている客から(私はgopro)借りて、ガイドが下まで潜って間近で撮影してくれた。とてもいい思い出。ある程度観察したら船に戻り、残りの時間をワイキキの海をセーリングしながら自由時間。ソフトドリングは無料。アルコールは有料(購入時だけIDが必要。その予定なければIDは要らない)参加者各々が自由に写真を撮ったり船先端にある網?の上で寛いだり…ガイドは常に明るく接してくれたり、日本から来たとわかると少し覚えている日本語を話してくれたり…かなりゆったりと時間を過ごしながら帰路へ…
感想:
もちろんその日の天気や波に寄りますが、私の場合、揺れはほとんど気にならず、とても快適に過ごせました。日本語フレンドリーではありませんし、完全にネイティブのノリや喋り方ですが、そこまで難しいことは言いませんししませんし、聞けばとてもフレンドリーに教えてくれます。天気がいい場合、日焼けするので長袖やサングラスを持ってくと良いと思います。水中カメラはあれば是非とも持っていくことをおすすめします。
船から降りた後は目の前にステークシャックがあるので、そのままお昼に食べました。
もちろん海外なノリが多いため、苦手な方は考慮されたほうが良いですが、とても気分の良い、南国にきたなーーーーと思える体験でした。特に何を強要されるわけでもなく、各々が自由に旅行を謳歌している、そんな雰囲気でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/22 |
Reviewed by: Claudidadi
Definitely had a great time and saw plenty of Sea Turtles. The whole experience is something that I will never forget. Definitely built a core memory with my daughter.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Kristen
We are SO glad we booked this tour with Iruka; we had an absolutely incredible time with tour guides Trevor, Diego and Tamaya (so sorry if I'm misspelling your names or missing anyone) who were so knowledgable and accommodating. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to the Big Island; a bunch of the rays got so close to us, we felt super safe and loved the hot chocolate afterwards!
Aloha Kristen! Thank you so much for joining our Manta Ray tour and for sharing about your experience. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Please come back soon! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/12 |
Reviewed by: Hsu
Great shark diving experience. First time doing it and was not scared with this group. Would not have been able to experience it otherwise.
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| Packages: | North Shore Shark Snorkeling Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Rosa Flores
Great crew! Very helpful and kind. Well organized and made sure everyone was safe , comfortable and had a great experience. Great price for the experience!!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/18 |
Reviewed by: Dee
I was able to see about 3 turtles and an octopus. They don’t go too far out and it’s a pretty quick trip if you want to see some sea life and also do other things with your day. The catamaran ride was smooth and I enjoyed the short ride. Had a cocktail on our way back. Crew was friendly and couldn’t ask for a better time. Oh the music was great too!!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/14 |
Reviewed by: Jong
Freindly and nice crews
Good explanation
Great Atmosphere
Good Water Activity
Great experience of watching wild dolphin
but just want to improve for food bit more…
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| Packages: | [7:00 AM] Early Morning Snorkel Package - Feb & Mar 2024 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Zack
Family had a great time and staff was amazing, would recommend !
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| Packages: | Ke Kai - BYOB Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
I only understand a little English, but when it comes to snorkeling, just communicate your fin size in US sizes, and once you're in the water, you can follow the staff without any issues. There were many sea turtles and beautiful fish!
On the boat, just sit back and enjoy without doing anything dangerous! The staff was very kind, providing cold water as a service and being attentive to the passengers, which made the experience very enjoyable.
The meeting place is at the location on Google Maps listed on this site, where you should look for the boat labeled "MOANA." The meeting time is 7:30, and we boarded around 8:00. The staff called out to us near the boat around that time. I highly recommend it!
片言の英語しかわからないのですが、シュノーケルではフィンのUSサイズを伝えることと、海に入ったらスタッフさんについていけば問題ないです。ウミガメやきれいな魚がたくさんいました!
船上では危ないことをせず座って楽しめばOKです!
サービスで冷たいお水を出してくれたり乗客に気配りしてくれたりスタッフさんが優しくとても楽しめました。
集合場所は、このサイトにのってるGoogle Mapの場所に行き、MOANAと書かれた船を見つけましょう。集合時間は7:30で乗船するのは8時頃でした。
8時頃にスタッフさんが船の近くで声をかけてくれました。
とてもおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Stefanie Säuberlich
We always felt safe. The support was great. We were there with our 2 sons (4 and 11 years old). Everything worked great and everyone was very attentive. We were able to enjoy it completely as a family. Seeing the manta rays was an unforgettable experience.
Highly recommended!
Aloha Stefanie! Thank you so much for choosing Iruka and for sharing about your exciting experience. We are so happy that you enjoyed your time on our Manta Ray tour. We hope to see you again in the future! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/08 |
Reviewed by: しろ☆
I participated with my 2-year-old and 4-year-old children. The kids were able to see manta rays while my husband and I took turns. The conditions seemed good, and we were able to see more than five manta rays up close. I took some motion sickness medication just in case, but the kids didn't get seasick at all and had a great time. Thank you for taking photos with the sunset from the boat and for the hot chocolate. I brought warm clothing, so I wasn't cold at all, and everything was fine. I will definitely go again when I visit the Big Island! ♡
2歳と4歳の子供達と一緒に参加しました。
子供達は船上から、私と主人は交代でマンタを見せていただきました。
コンディションも良かったようで、間近に5枚以上のマンタを見る事ができました。
酔い止めは一応飲みましたが、子供達も全く酔う事なく、楽しめました。
船上から夕日と一緒に記念撮影していただいたり、ホットチョコレートをいただいたりありがとうございました。
防寒着も持って行ったので寒くもなく、大丈夫でした(^^)
またハワイ島に行った際には絶対行きますね♡
Aloha Shiro☆,
Thank you for participating with your family at Manta University. You were well-prepared with motion sickness medication and warm clothing! I'm glad to hear that your whole family enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to the day when your children grow up and can snorkel together with you.
We sincerely await your next participation.
Mahalo!
Aloha しろ☆様
この度はご家族でマンタ大学へご参加いただきありがとうございました。
酔い止めや防寒着など事前準備がバッチリでしたね!ご家族皆で楽しんでいただけたようで嬉しくおもいます。
お子様が大きくなって一緒にシュノーケルできる日も楽しみですね。
次回のご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 1便プラン(送迎付き) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/28 |
Reviewed by: あかね
I never expected to see manta rays so close, which was a bit scary but also moving. The hot chocolate I had on the boat was also very delicious.
まさかこんなに近くでマンタが見られるとは思っていなかったので、少し怖さもありつつ、感動しました。
船で飲んだホットチョコレートもとても美味しかったです。
Aloha! Akane,
Thank you for participating in Manta University.
The hot chocolate after coming out of the sea is warming, isn't it?
I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your encounter with the manta rays.
Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos of the sunset and the sea. The sunset truly conveys your emotions!
We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!
Aloha! あかね様
この度はマンタ大学へご参加いただきありがとうございました。
海から上がった後のホットチョコレート、温まりますね。
マンタとの出会いを楽しんでいただけたようで嬉しいです。
美しい夕日と海の写真を掲載くださりありがとうございます。あかね様の感動が伝わってくるような夕日です!
またのご参加を心よりお待ちしています。
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 1便プラン(送迎付き) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Yuki-chan
The water was murky and visibility was not very good, which was disappointing. Since we departed in the early afternoon, it might have been murky because of that. If we had gone in the early morning, the sea might have been calm and clear, allowing for better visibility. However, I was able to experience the thrill of navigating through the 30-meter deep sea.
海の中は濁っておりあまり良く見えず期待以下でした。午後一番での出発だったので濁っていたのかも知れません。朝一番だったら海は穏やかで透明でもう少し良く見えたのかも知れません。水深30メートルの海の中を航行しているというドキドキ感を味わうことができました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/01 |
Reviewed by: ももたろう
Two Japanese women in their 30s (English: both at a conversational level) went on this tour! We started at 9 AM and encountered a total of six sharks! It was so much fun!! The staff were cheerful and energetic from the morning! Great smiles! They were kind! One of them spoke Japanese very well and explained everything in Japanese, which made us feel at ease.
I hope the following information is helpful:
▶ We took an Uber taxi to the designated location in the North Shore (it was about $60 from Waikiki).
* I think other participants also took a taxi.
* There is a bus that goes from Ala Moana Center, platform 52, to the North Shore, so you can also take the bus (it costs $3 and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes).
▶ The waves are big and strong, so it's better to take motion sickness medication◎
▶ Once you arrive at the shark point, there will be guidance to get into the cage right away, so make sure to put on your snorkel gear beforehand!
30代日本人女性2人(英語:お互い日常会話レベル)でいってきました!
朝9時スタートのツアー参加で、計6匹のサメに出会えました〜〜〜!とっても楽しかったです!!
スタッフの方々は明るくて朝から元気!いい笑顔!優しい!1人の方は日本語がとってもお上手で、説明も日本語でしてくれたので安心して挑めました。
以下、参考になれば嬉しいです。
▶ノースショアの指定場所までUberタクシー(ワイキキから約60$くらいだった)で向かいました。
※他の参加者の方もタクシーだった気がします。
※アラモアナセンター発52番乗り場〜ノースショアまでバスが出ているのでバスでも行けます(3$、1時間30分)
▶波が大きくて強いので、酔い止めを飲んだほうがよいです◎
▶サメのいるポイントについたらすぐにケージに入るよう案内があるので、シュノーケル装着等はしておきましょう!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/04 |
Reviewed by: たぬきのポン
They took me to a place with a lot of dolphins, and I was able to swim near them about three times. The sea was really beautiful, and I think it will be a wonderful memory. However, I got extremely seasick and ended up throwing up about twice as many times as I encountered dolphins. Since we went out to sea, during the tour, I could only be on the boat or in the water, and in the second half, I was just thinking about getting back quickly. The chances of seeing dolphins are very high, so I think it's best to participate with a preparedness for seasickness and some countermeasures.
たくさんイルカがいる所に連れて行ってくれて
わたしも3回くらいイルカのそばを泳ぐ事ができました。海も本当に綺麗でとても素敵な思い出になるツアーだと思います。が、私はめちゃくちゃ船酔いし、イルカに遭遇できた倍くらいの回数吐きまくりました。冲に出るのでツアーの時間内は船か海にいるしかなく、後半は早く帰る事だけ考えてました。
イルカに会える可能性はとても高いので、船酔いの覚悟と対策の上参加するのがいいと思います。
Aloha Mr. Tanuki Pon,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. I'm glad to hear that you were able to swim alongside the dolphins. I'm sorry to hear that you experienced seasickness, which must have diminished the enjoyment of such a valuable opportunity. I was disappointed to read your feedback.
Starting October 1st, Dolphin University will be operating on our brand new boat, the Poseidon. This vessel has been thoughtfully designed by our company from the ground up to ensure that our customers can enjoy a more comfortable experience on board. It offers greater speed and stability compared to our previous boats, as well as ample space to relax. We will reach the offshore spots for swimming with dolphins faster than ever, increasing the chances of arriving before seasickness sets in.
If you have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again, please come prepared with seasickness medication and warm clothing to combat the chill, and join us again at Dolphin University on the Poseidon in good health. We would be truly happy to have the chance to create wonderful memories that can replace the experience of seasickness. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Mahalo!
Aloha たぬきのポン様
この度はイルカ大学へご参加くださりありがとうございました。イルカのそばで泳げたとのこと、嬉しく思います。
船酔いしてしまったのですね。貴重な機会に楽しさ半減。。感想を拝見して残念に思っています。
10月1日から、イルカ大学は真新しい船、ポセイドン号で運行しております。この船は、お客様が船の上でより快適に過ごしていただけるように、心を込めて弊社が設計を一から考えて造船されました。今までの船よりも速いスピードで安定感があり、ゆったりと過ごしていただけるスペースがあります。イルカと泳ぐ沖合のスポットまでこれまで以上に早く移動しますので船酔いしてしまう前にイルカに辿り着く可能性が高いです。
またハワイにいらっしゃる機会がありましたら酔い止めと寒さ対策で暖かく羽織るもの、そして万全の体調でぜひ、ポセイドン号のイルカ大学へ再挑戦してみてください。
スタッフ一同、船酔いの思い出を塗り替えられるくらい楽しい思い出になるよう力を尽くせる機会がいただけるなら本当に嬉しく思います。お待ちしております。
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ドルフィンスイム/送迎付きプラン(10月末まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/07 |
Reviewed by: あべです
Since it's the North Shore, we were navigating through quite rough waves. There were no other Japanese people besides us, and although our English is not great, we managed somehow. Once we entered the water, there were more than ten sharks around, each about 2 meters long. My daughter was super excited! It was truly a valuable experience. On the way back, even though I took motion sickness medication, I ended up feeling nauseous. There were others besides me who also felt unwell.
ノースショアなので結構な荒波の中を進んで行きます。私たち以外、日本人はおらず、私たちも英語は全然だめですが、なんとかなります。いざ、海の中へ入ると2メートル級のサメが10匹以上ウロウロしていました。娘も大興奮!本当に貴重な体験でした。帰りは酔い止めを飲んでいても吐きました。私以外にも気分が悪くなっておられる方がいました。
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<現地集合> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/04 |
Reviewed by: ハワイマン
The snorkeling time was relatively long, and I was able to see sea turtles up close, which was very enjoyable. However, it was a bit cold in the evening. The sunset from the cruise was also very beautiful, making it a wonderful memory. The staff took photos for us, and since there is a sale at the end, I think it's a good idea to bring a little cash or a credit card if you want to purchase them.
シュノーケルの時間も比較的長く、ウミガメも間近で見ることができてとても楽しかったです。ただ、夕方のため少し寒かったです。
クルーズからのサンセットもとてもきれいに見ることができ最高の思い出になりました。
スタッフの方が写真を撮ってくださり、最後に販売があるので欲しい方はクレジットカードや現金を少し持っていった方がいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 【4月~9月】現地集合プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
My son loved this, he was smiling ear to ear, and the dolphin lagoons are just gorgeous
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| Packages: | 25-min Dolphin Encounter |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The waters in Hawaii are just amazing! Lovely day and lots of fish to see!
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Stepped out on my comfort zone and it was totally worth it!!! What a day!
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| Packages: | Standard Shark Cage Dive Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Jules
The crew was great, the manta turn out was amazing, and the boat ride is short (which is ideal for when you’re cold and ready to get warm again haha). We got lucky that it was a small group so there were plenty of options to sit and have a lovely view of the sunset while heading out. 10/10 would do again.
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/29 |
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Aloha MM,
Thank you for participating in the Manta University. We appreciate your comment recommending wetsuits. As you pointed out, the sea temperature in Hawaii can be surprisingly low, especially for tours in the evening, so it might get chilly.
Regarding the restrooms, I have communicated with the staff in Kona on the Big Island to address this issue. We hope you will join us again, prepared for the cold. We look forward to seeing you!
Mahalo!
Aloha MM様
この度はマンタ大学へご参加いただきありがとうございました。
ウエットスーツを勧めていただくコメントをしてくださりありがとうございました。ご指摘いただきました通りハワイの海水温は意外と低いので特に夕方以降のツアーは冷えやすいかもしれません。
お手洗いにつきましては、ハワイ島コナのスタッフへ連絡し直すように伝えました。
ぜひまた、防寒対策をしてご参加いただきたく思います。お待ちしております。
Mahalo!