Reviewed by: タイタイ
This was my second trip to Hawaii, but this time I traveled with my one-year-old child. I was looking for activities that would be enjoyable for kids, and choosing this was definitely the right decision! The staff on-site spoke Japanese and provided thorough explanations, making our first interaction with dolphins a wonderful memory. Even my shy child managed to smile and get a photo with the dolphin thanks to the instructor's assistance! Next time, I want to participate in the swimming experience together.
ハワイは2回目でしたが、今回は1歳の子どもを連れて旅行。子どもでも楽しめるアクティビティを、と思っていたところ、こちらを選んで大正解!
現地には日本語を話せるスタッフの方が、丁寧に説明をしてくれて、初めてのイルカとの触れ合いがとても良い思い出になりました。
恥ずかしがり屋の子どもも、インストラクターのアテンドで笑顔でイルカとのツーショットもゲット!
今度は、一緒に泳ぐ方に参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 濡れずにイルカと触れ合える!ドルフィン・アロハ(2020年9月30日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/13 |
Reviewed by: あーちゃん
I had an early pickup at 6 AM, but when I woke up, it was already 5:51 AM!! I hurriedly got dressed and left my room, and somehow managed to make it in time for the pickup. On the bus ride there, the guide's fun explanations kept me awake and alert. When we arrived at the port, the sea was calm with hardly any waves, which surprised the guide as well. Shortly after departing, we spotted dolphins. Although the water was murky, we were able to see the dolphins without them ever coming on board. We were thrilled to see the dolphins spinning and jumping around happily. After that, we also got to see a huge turtle that looked like a rock.
The captain and crew were very kind and helpful. They guided my mother, who was snorkeling in deep water for the first time, and she was able to swim without any issues. She had been worried about swimming and seasickness, but she seemed to get used to it and was satisfied by the end. I, on the other hand, felt a bit unwell towards the end, possibly due to lack of sleep since I arrived in Hawaii the day before. I think it's better to get enough rest and prepare your body beforehand. As for photos, I was so focused on watching the dolphins that I didn't have the chance to take many. Therefore, I mostly took pictures on the boat. A professional photographer accompanied us and took photos of the dolphins, turtles, and participants. It was $50 for data sent via email and $60 for a USB purchase. Payment can be made on the day or later at the office. It is a bit pricey, but since it includes photos you can't take yourself, I think it's worth it as a keepsake. If you're considering purchasing, I recommend actively asking for photos.
Also, for those who are sensitive to the cold or worried about sunburn, I think it's better to rent a wetsuit ($10 per person). Lastly, since I also tipped, I suggest bringing extra money if you're thinking about buying photos or renting a wetsuit. I almost missed out on the tour, but I'm glad I made some great memories. If I go to Hawaii again, I would definitely want to repeat this experience. Mahalo!!
朝が早く6時にピックアップでしたが、目覚めると5時51分!!
急いで着替えて部屋を出て、何とかピックアップの時間には間に合いました。
行きのバスの中では、ガイドさんの楽しい説明があり眠気など飛んでいきました。港に着くと、波がほとんどなく穏やかな海でガイドさんもびっくりしていました。出港後、すぐにイルカを発見。海が濁っていたため少し視界は悪かったですが、一度も船に上がることなく終始イルカを見ることができました。また、ご機嫌なイルカ先生のスピンやジャンプもたくさんみれて大興奮でした。その後は、岩のように大きなカメも見ることができてました。
船のキャプテン、クルーの方々もとても親切で良かったです。深い海でのシュノーケルが始めての母を誘導していましたが、特に問題なく泳ぐことができました。母は、泳ぎや船酔いの心配をしていましたが、途中から慣れてきて満足できたようです。私は、参加したのがハワイ到着日の翌日で寝不足もあってか最後に気分が悪くなってしまいました。そのため、十分に睡眠をとり体調を整えていたほうが良いと思います。写真に関しては、イルカさんを見るのに必死で取る余裕がなかったです。そのため、海の中ではほとんど撮らず船の上で撮りました。プロのカメラマンさんが同行しているので、イルカやカメさん、参加者の写真を撮影してくれます。メールへのデータ送信であれば50ドル、USBの購入であれば60ドルでした。支払いは、当日でも、後日オフィスへ支払いに行っても大丈夫です。少し値は張りますが、自分では撮れない写真も含まれているので記念になると思います。購入を考えている方は自分から積極的に写真を撮てもらうといいと思います。あと、寒さに弱い方や日焼けが気になる方は、ウエットスーツをレンタル(1人10ドル)したほうがいいと思います。
最後にチップも支払ったため、写真の購入やウエットスーツのレンタルを考えている方は、その分のお金は持参したほうがいいと思います。
危うくツアーに参加しそびれるところでしたが、いい思い出ができてよかったです。また、ハワイに行くことがあれば是非リピートしたいと思います。
マハロ!!
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額! |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: RUSHAR
I was able to swim with wild dolphins and sea turtles! This was the best time. The sea and mountains were beautiful. The staff were Japanese, and I thought their easy-to-understand talk and performance were great. This tour is worth it.
野生のイルカやウミガメと一緒に泳げた!これは、最高の時間でした。海も山も綺麗きれいキレイ。スタッフの方が日本人で、わかりやすいトーク&パフォーマンスも良かったと思います。このツアーは、価値ありです。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University.
I believe snorkeling with wild dolphins and sea turtles is truly a wonderful experience.
Please join us again when you visit Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
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。
野生のイルカやウミガメとのシュノーケルは本当に素敵な経験だと思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
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: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/30 |
Reviewed by: くろku
We had an early morning pickup. We drove in the dark and headed to the coast while watching the sunrise. I thought we would only see turtles and dolphins from a distance. We missed the dolphins, but surprisingly, a turtle came up from the seabed right in front of us and almost collided with us! The photos we purchased separately were attached to an email, and it’s clear that professional shots are better. There were turtles and dolphins captured from positions other than ours. Oh, and the spam onigiri for a light snack was delicious. I've had many, but it was very much to the taste of Japanese people. I wonder where they sell it? Custom-made? I would love to participate again. Thank you, dolphins and everyone!
朝早いピックアップでした。暗いうちに走り朝日見ながら海岸へ行きました。 かめイルカ遠目にみるぐらいだろうなーと思っていました。 イルカはタイミングあいませんでしたがかめはなんと私たち前に海底から上がってきてぶつかりそうで避けました。別購入の写真はメール添付なのでやはりプロが撮ったほうがいいですね。自分たち以外の位置のかめやイルカが映ってました。 あっ軽食のスパムおにぎり美味しかったです。数々食べてますがとても日本人向け。どこに売ってるんだろ?特注? また参加したいです。 いるかさん皆さんありがとう!
ALOHA!
Thank you for considering joining the Dolphin Middle School.
We offer tours with wild dolphins and sea turtles, and while the conditions vary each day, we hope it will create wonderful memories for you.
Please join us again when you visit Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ご検討ありがとうございます。
野生のイルカやウミガメとのツアー、毎日コンディションは異なりますが、
素敵な思い出となっていたら嬉しく思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひ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: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: ALOH
Due to the last-minute change in schedule, I was filled with anxiety, receiving a call early one morning while still in Japan asking, "I plan to participate today, what’s going on?" and having several exchanges to confirm the changed itinerary. However, the customer service representative was very kind and helpful.
On the day of the event, I was picked up in Waikiki at 11:25. Perhaps due to the timing, there were only a few participants on the large bus. We went straight to Sea Life Park with staff who were expressionless and silent. Once we arrived, the explanation was provided by a Japanese guide, so there was no confusion. However, I was disappointed to find that while the bus was scheduled to gather at 16:45, the park closed at 16:00. I later saw the closing time in the Q&A section, but I felt that such an important detail should be included in the schedule that everyone can see.
Before making the reservation, I asked, "If I participate in the 13:45 encounter, which shows can I see?" but received a complete copy of the schedule from the website. I didn’t feel any kindness in that response. In the end, the only show I could see was the dolphin show.
The price for photos was surprisingly high at 6,000 yen, and like the closing time, I felt it should be clearly displayed for everyone to see.
Although it was a highly rated tour, considering the price and the enjoyment I had, I think once is enough. I also feel that it wasn’t necessary to do this in Hawaii.
今回はギリギリに時間変更をした事もあり、まだ日本にいる全く別の日の早朝「今日参加予定ですがどうなっていますか?」と電話が来たり、変更した日程確認で何度かやり取りが発生したりと、不安でいっぱいでしたが、カスタマーの窓口の方にはとても親切にご対応いただけました。
当日11:25ワイキキお迎え。時間帯のせいか、大型バスに参加者ちらほら。無表情で無言のスタッフと共にシーライフパークへ直行。
ついてからは日本人のガイドの方の説明でしたので、迷う事は無かったのですが、バス集合16:45に対して閉園が16:00と何だかガッカリ。後にQ&Aに閉園時間についてありましたが、こんな大切な事は誰もが観れるスケジュールに掲載するべきだと感じました。
予約前にも「13:45エンカウンターに参加した場合、どのショーが観れますか?」と質問するも、HPのスケジュールをまるまる転記。全く親切心が感じられませんでした。結果観れたのはイルカショーのみでした。
写真が6000円と驚く程高く、先程の閉園時間と一緒で、誰もが一目で確認出来るよう掲載すべきと感じました。
評価の高いツアーでしたが、価格と楽しんだ時間で考えると一度行けば十分です。特にハワイで行かなくても良かったとも思っています。
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Kelley
My friend and I did this activity last week and it was so much fun! Perfect thing to do on your day off or if you are vacationing in Hawaii. So many activities to do on one boat, you can't beat it! All of the employees were very kind and happily helped us when we asked to use kayaks/paddleboards, etc. Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/06 |
Reviewed by: わっぴー
Although you can't see the grand ocean scenery like in a painting, you can enjoy a surreal underwater world at the "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" attraction in Tokyo DisneySea! It's especially recommended for those who are not good at swimming and don't want to dive! However, if you're prone to seasickness, it's a good idea to take some motion sickness medication beforehand. I also tend to get seasick, but I prepared in advance based on prior information, so I was able to enjoy the underwater scenery until the end!
絵に描いたような壮大な海の中の様子は見れませんが、非日常の世界をリアルな海の中をディズニーシーにある海底二万マイルというアトラクションにのように楽しめました!
泳ぎが苦手でダイビングはやりたくないなぁって方は特にオススメです!
ただ船酔いしやすい方は酔い止め飲んでおくと安心です!私も船酔いしやすいですが、前情報から酔い対策してたので最後まで楽しく海底を鑑賞できました!
Aloha! We're glad you enjoyed the cruise at such a unique and beautiful location in Waikiki. Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendations. We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo!
アロハ!ワイキキの非常にユニークで美しい場所でのクルーズを楽しんでいただけたことを嬉しく思います。あなたの経験と推奨事項を共有していただきありがとうございます。将来またご参加ください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 窓が大きいプレミアムプラン<定員64名>※2020年3月31日までのご参加 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/07 |
Reviewed by: あいママ
My third-grade daughter also participated. I was a bit worried because she isn't very good at swimming, but she was full of curiosity and I had no worries at all. We offered a prayer and headed to the spot on a beautiful boat. We jumped into the sea and followed the leader! We swam quite a bit and got to see some adorable dolphins. This became the best memory of our trip. Floating in the sea, swimming, and gazing at the island was so healing. The staff kept saying that this is the real Hawaii. I want to participate again.
小学生3年の娘も一緒に参加しました。
娘はあまり泳ぎが得意ではないので
少し心配でしたが、好奇心でいっぱいで
全く心配ありませんでした。
お祈りを捧げ綺麗な船でスポットに。
海に飛び込みリーダーについて行きます!
結構泳ぎましたがかわいいイルカに会えました。
今回の旅の一番の思い出になりました。
海に浮いて泳いで、島を眺め、癒されました
スタッフもこれが本当のハワイだ、としきりに言っていました。
また参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/06 |
Reviewed by: yyf
I was able to see a pod of 2 to 30 dolphins in the ocean. Since I was participating with my preschooler, I couldn't move around very quickly, but it seemed that other participants were able to see many more dolphins up close. While I was struggling in the water with my 4-year-old son, the guide kindly took care of him, allowing us to see the dolphins. Thank you very much.
2〜30匹のイルカの群れを海中で見ることが出来ました。
未就学児を連れての参加だったため、私はあまり機敏に動けなかったのですが、他の参加者の方はもっと沢山のイルカを近くで見れたようです。
4歳息子を引き連れて海でまごまごしていたところ、ガイドの方が息子の相手をして下さり、イルカを見ることが出来ました。
ありがとうございます。
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! If you have the opportunity, please come and visit with your family again. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。また機会がございましたらご家族皆様でぜひ遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: ゆうゆ
This time, I participated with my two grandchildren. They were thrilled to gradually dive underwater. We enjoyed the rarely seen seabed. One disappointment was the condition of the headphones...
今回二人の孫と参加しました。徐々に潜水していく様子に孫たちは大喜びでした。滅多に見れない海底を堪能しました。
一つ残念なのは、ヘッドフォンの調子が…
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: Darren
My fiancée and I had a great Oahu experience. The team on board made us very comfortable and explained each step with detail. They chose a great site to go in at and the personal attention when in the water was amazing. Hats off to the crew.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Vanya Kelai
We enjoyed this activity very much. We were the only ones on the boat so we had a very personal tour.
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| Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Troy and Tricia
So glad we chose Haleiwa Shark Tours/Three Local Boys! Only had six people on boat and cage held six people! We never had to get out of cage! Saw between 10-20 sharks, hard to tell exactly because there was ALWAYS 4-6 in view! The captain and his mate, terrible at names but think Captain was Chris, both very knowledge about history of island and pointed them out as we were going to drop spot. Felt very comfortable in cage - anybody can do this! I'd love to back tomorrow, but we are leaving. HIGHLY recommend Haleiwa Shark Tours
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: TOKO
We participated as a family of three (a couple and our 13-year-old daughter) who loves snorkeling and dolphins. When we arrived at the snorkeling point, we could see dolphin fins from the boat, and we even saw them jumping! That alone brought us so much joy.
There were about 70 participants that day. Before joining, I checked reviews that suggested staying close to the guide in the water, so we made sure to keep near them. When a pod of dolphins appeared, the guide shouted out directions, and we were able to see the dolphins... it was truly moving! Underwater, we could even hear the sounds of the dolphins. I didn't notice, but my daughter exclaimed that she saw a mother and baby dolphin!
We were lucky enough to see the pod multiple times, which was amazing. According to the guide, it was rare to see them that often. After that, we moved to a spot with turtles for snorkeling, but unfortunately, we couldn't swim with them. However, we did encounter a turtle that surfaced on our way back to the port, which made us very satisfied.
The tour content was very satisfying. A few points to note:
1. Take motion sickness medication beforehand.
2. We participated in August, but if you're sensitive to cold, it might be better to rent a wetsuit. I wore tights and a rash guard, but I was freezing and couldn't stop shaking after getting out of the water.
3. The return bus was quite cold, so it's essential to prepare for that.
シュノーケルもイルカも大好きな家族3人で参加(夫婦、13歳女子)しました。シュノーケルポイントにつくと船上からイルカの背びれが見え、ジャンプする姿も・・・!もうそれだけで喜びが。
当日の参加者は70人と大人数。参加前に口コミ情報をチェックしたら、海ではガイドさんの近くにいるようにとあったのでガイドさんの近くをキープ。
イルカの群れが現れると大声で声掛けしてくれるのでその方向をみるとイルカの群れが・・・感動です!!水中ではイルカの声?も聞こえました。私は気づきませんでしたが、娘は親子のイルカがいた~!と。
一度だけではなく、何度もイルカの群れを見れて本当に最高でした。ガイドさんいわく、こんなに何度も見れるのはラッキーだったそうです。
その後カメのいるポイントに移動してシュノーケルしましたが、残念ながらカメと泳ぐことはできませんでした。(港に帰る途中でカメが水上へ現れたのに遭遇できたので気分的には大満足)
ツアーの内容は大満足でした。
注意点としては
①酔い止めを飲んでおく。
②8月参加でしたが冷え性の人はウエットスーツをレンタルしたほうがいいかも。(私はタイツとラッシュガードでしたが海からあがったら寒くて手の震えがとまらなかったです。)
③帰りのバスはかなり寒いので防寒対策必至です。
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| Packages: | 【お得なセット割】7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Pally
The crew was sensational! I loved their friendliness, easy-going American attitude and care for their passengers.
We loved the afternoon and were fortunate to see some wildlife.
Highly recommended.
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| Packages: | Now Available! Daytime Cruise (25% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: chedi
At first, I was nervous.
Snorkeling was fun, just like sailing. There were many turtles, and I was able to observe them up close.
最初、緊張しましたが。
シュノーケルは、セーリングとも楽しかったです。亀さんか、沢山いて、身近で眺める事が出来ました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: Nirav
We went for the shark cage adventure on 1st September. It was one of the most terrifying thing we were doing before we started.
The boat was easy to spot, and the best part they waited for us as we got a little late due to road closures. Thumbs up for veltra and the excursion team to work with us on this and keeping us feeling relaxed.
Pro tip: road closures in oahu are really bad, keep more than usual buffer time for your travel.
The boat ride was really choppy, as we were already informed that there were very high waves. The ride could have been slowed down a little(my wife puked due to sea sickness)
Once at the site, we went down in the cage, and after initial jitters of maybe a minute, you start feeling better and safe. So all the folks who are afraid to do so, please just get in the cage, I promise it gets better.
Waters here were again choppy, meaning we were constantly bumping with cage or someone else.
The.good part was we could see multiple galapego sharks, they are magnificent creatures. We saw two upclose and they were big(7-8 feet long).
Ride back was again on rough waters and could have been slowed down a little.
The guides were ok, could have been better and maybe helped us a bit more in water and calming our nerves a little.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: aya
It was a wonderful and fulfilling tour. Thanks to a cute, petite Japanese staff member who supported us from the pick-up to the drop-off, I was able to enjoy the tour with peace of mind throughout. Not only did I get to see dolphins up close, but the giant turtle I encountered while snorkeling was even more impressive than I had imagined! It came so close that I could almost touch it, making me feel like I could ride it to the Dragon Palace. We also had the freedom to enjoy marine sports like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, which my daughters absolutely loved. I have participated in various tours in Hawaii, but this Dolphin University ranks among the top one or two for the best experience, and I definitely want to join again. The photos taken by the staff were so beautiful that I ended up purchasing them unexpectedly out of sheer emotion.
*Note: There were some people who seemed to struggle with seasickness, so if you're prone to it, don't forget to prepare motion sickness medication in advance!
とても素晴らしい充実したツアーでした。
お迎えから送迎までずっとサポートしてくれた日本人の小柄な可愛い女性スタッフがいてくれたおかげで終始安心してツアーを楽しめました。
期待していたイルカを目の前で見れたのはもちろん、想像以上にシュノーケリングで見た巨大な亀がこれまた凄かった!手を伸ばせば触れてしまうくらいの距離まで近づけて、本当に人間が乗って竜宮城に行けそうって感じでした。
カヤックやスタンドアップパドルなどのマリンスポーツも順番に自由に遊べて、娘たちも大盛り上がりでした。これまでハワイで色々なツアーに参加しましたが、このイルカ大学は1-2位くらい最高の内容で、ぜひまた参加したいと思います。スタッフの方が撮影した写真もあまりに素敵だったので感動のあまり予定外に購入してしまいました。
※注意:船酔いで大変そうな方もいらしたので、酔いやすい方は事前の酔い止め準備を忘れに!
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University this time.
We are very happy that you joined us for the tour with wild dolphins and sea turtles and that you enjoyed your day!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
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。
野生のイルカ・ウミガメとのツアー、最高な日にご参加頂き、お楽しみ頂けたこと大変嬉しく思います!
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひ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: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/10 |
Reviewed by: KMK
It was the most fun I've had in Hawaii so far.
My 5-year-old son is a bit scared and couldn't go into the ocean, but he was satisfied feeding fish from the boat and watching dolphins and turtles. It seems that those on the boat were able to witness dolphins jumping and spinning several times.
I went into the ocean. I saw dolphins, but they swam quickly and passed by, yet I was satisfied.
I was moved by the sight of a turtle swimming slowly close enough to reach out and touch.
今まで行ったハワイで一番楽しかったです。
子供5歳男児は怖がりで海には入れませんでしたが、ボートから魚にエサを上げたり、イルカやカメを見て満足してました。
ボートにいた方がイルカのジャンプやクルクル回る様子が何度も目撃できたようです。
私は海に入りました。
イルカは見えましたが泳ぐのが早くすぐに通り過ぎていきましたが満足です
カメが手が届きそうな所でゆっくりと泳ぐ姿に感動しました。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School program.
We are very happy to hear that your child enjoyed it!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
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。
お子様にもお楽しみ頂けたこと、大変嬉しく思います!!
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひ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: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額! |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: tovoc
It was a perfect day with calm waves and good weather, where neither the boat nor the submarine swayed, and visibility was excellent. By chance, there were only Japanese people, so all the explanations were in Japanese, which was lucky. The scuba diving instructor was very knowledgeable about fish and provided detailed explanations very kindly. It was a quick one-hour underwater exploration.
波も穏やかな良い天気で、船も潜水艦も揺れず、視界も良好で言うことなしの日でした。たまたま日本人ばかりになり、解説は全て日本語になりラッキーでした。スキューバダイビングのインストラクターもされているとのことで、魚のことについても詳しく、とても丁寧に解説してくださいました。あっという間の1時間の海底探索でした。
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| Packages: | 【割引特典付き!】窓が大きいプレミアムプラン<定員64名> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: ogaoga
I was moved to see wild dolphins. I went into the sea four times, and by the fourth time, many people were too tired to go in, but I was able to see the dolphins swimming right below me. It definitely requires a good amount of stamina. The marine sports were also fun.
野生のイルカを見れて感動しました。4回海に入り、4回目は疲れて海に入らない人が多かったですが、4回目に真下で泳ぐイルカたちを見れました。結構、体力が必要です。マリンスポーツも楽しかったです。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University.
The tour with wild dolphins is different every time, but it was very lucky to encounter dolphins swimming right below you!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
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。
野生のイルカとのツアー、毎回違いますが、真下で泳ぐイルカと出会えたことはとってもラッキーでしたね!
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひ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: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/10 |
Reviewed by: Akemi
Since it was introduced on TV, I had been looking forward to meeting the manta rays. I had some concerns about whether I could participate on the day of the tour because I heard from other tour guides that the boat was broken, but the boat they arranged for us was a hand-me-down from the navy? It was cool! (The boat, that is!). It's a shame I didn't take any pictures.
The weather was decent on the day, and we were able to enjoy the sunset over the sea. Since it gets cold at night, I rented a wetsuit for $10. That was the right choice. I was able to enjoy myself without feeling cold. The guide adjusted the snorkeling gear to fit each individual and provided a proper explanation on how to wear it.
I felt great floating in the sea while watching the fantastic manta rays and fish. The guide kept encouraging the other participants to raise their legs to attract the manta rays, and he quickly noticed when my husband started feeling unwell and took care of him.
Because we were scattering bait in the water, in the end, two manta rays took turns opening their mouths and spinning around. They performed a somersault right in front of the kids, which was very exciting. It was just like what we saw on TV! On the way back, I definitely felt the cold. I'm glad I brought a bath towel. The warm cocoa after getting off the boat was very delicious. Thank you very much. Mahalo♪
Brett, Jason, thank you~★
テレビで紹介されて以来、マンタに会えることを楽しみにしていました。
他のツアーガイドさんからボートが故障していると聞いていたので当日まで参加できるのかという思いがありましたが、代わりに手配してくれたボートは海軍のお下がり?でした。かっこよかったです。(ボートが!)。写真を撮ってこなかったのが残念。
当日は天気もまずまず海からのサンセットも鑑賞できました。夜になると冷えるからということでウェットスーツ(10ドル)を借りました。正解でした。寒さを感じずに楽しめました。
シュノーケルセットは個人に合うようにガイドさんが調節してくれます。つけ方もきちんとレクチャーしてくれました。
私は海にプカプカ浮きながら幻想的なマンタや魚を見れてとても気持ちよかったです。
ガイドさんが、マンタが来やすいように足を上げてね~、と終始他の参加者に声をかけてくれたし、
途中夫が気分が悪くなったのもいち早く気づいていただき、対処をしてくれました。
海に撒き餌(?!)をする形となったせいか、最後はマンタ2枚がかわるがわる口を開けて回転してくれました。
子供の目の前で宙返りを見せてくれたので大興奮でした。ほんとにテレビで見た通りだったね!と。
帰りのボートはさすがに寒さを感じました。バスタオルを持って行って良かったです。
ボートを降りてからの暖かいココアがとても美味しかったです。
ありがとうございました。マハロ♪
ブレッド、ジェイソン、ありがとう~★
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Manta University tour.
It was very lucky to see the wild manta rays performing flips right in front of us!
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はマンタ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
野生のマンタとのツアーなので、目の前で宙返りを見せてくれたのはとってもラッキー!!
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
MAHALO!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Mahalo
My overall impression of the experience was good. What I liked most about the activity was seeing the fish while snorkeling. I also saw a few turtles bobbing in and out of the water. There was a boat passing with some dolphins visible which was a nice surprise. My advice for future participants include taking precautions for any motion sickness because the water can make the boat rock a bit depending on the waves. Otherwise its a nice experience overall. It was great at the end of the trip when our shoes were lined up before exiting the ship.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Myles G.
Pick from driver was prompt and on time. Once we arrived, we were given very clear instructions once on the boat, all the staff and the captain was very friendly and once we were on our way, everything we needed to know was explained clearly.
The actual scooter came on another boat and we were told how to get in and out of it, and I have to say the experience was unlike anything I've ever done before! We were only about 10-12 feet down but it was so wonderful to be in the water and not having to worry about anything.
The divers were very very professional and attentive, very friendly and very knowledgeable, and once we were done with the scuba scooter experience, it was a nice relaxing time on the boat to either go snorkeling or just enjoy the beautiful scenery around us!
Highly recommended, the staff was absolutely great and the captain was "cherry"!
Will definitely do it again next time we are in Honolulu! Highly recommended!!
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: マーガレット
This was my first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii, and I participated in the much-talked-about night manta ray tour. I chose this particular tour among several options because the price included a wetsuit and was relatively reasonable, the boat ride to the snorkeling point was short, and there was a 7-day guarantee in case we didn't encounter any manta rays.
On the day of the tour, I went to the office to check in and then traveled to the boarding point, which was about a 5-minute drive away. There, I was able to rent a wetsuit and snorkeling gear. My husband borrowed prescription goggles. We set sail during sunset and quickly arrived at the snorkeling point. Aside from us, everyone else on the tour was from abroad, with about 30 participants in total. The instructions were given only in English, but it wasn't a problem at all. The staff members were very friendly and made the experience enjoyable.
The night ocean was incredibly mystical. Holding onto the floatation device and looking down, manta rays soon appeared. Over the course of about 50 minutes, 5 to 6 manta rays came by, showcasing their graceful movements. They were so adorable that I lost track of time, and everyone was super excited! My husband seemed ready to get out, but I wanted to keep watching forever. We returned to the dock in about 5 minutes, and I didn't feel the cold I had worried about at all. It was a thoroughly satisfying night.
今回初めてのハワイ島旅行、話題の夜のマンタツアーに参加しました。いくつかある同企画の中からこちらのツアーを選んだ理由は、ウェットスーツ込みの価格が比較的リーズナブルなこと、岸からポイントまでの乗船時間が短いこと、非遭遇時の7日間保証があることです。
当日、自分で事務所へ行き受付を済ませ、かなり離れた乗船ポイントまで行きます(車で5分)。そこでウェットスーツやシュノーケルセットを借りられます。主人は度付きのゴーグルを貸してもらいました。夕焼けの中、出航。すぐにポイントに到着。私達夫婦以外は全て外国の方。全部で30人位参加していました。説明は英語オンリーでしたが、特に困ることもありません。スタッフの方達はとてもフレンドリーで、楽しませてくれました。
夜の海はとても神秘的です。浮き具につかまり下を覗くと、すぐにマンタがやってきてくれました。50分程の間に5〜6頭やってきては、華麗な舞を披露してくれました。可愛くて、時間の経つのも忘れ、みんな大興奮‼︎ 主人はそろそろ上がりたかったみたいですが、私はいつまでもいつまでも見ていたかったです。帰りも5分程で船着場に到着。心配していた寒さも感じず、大満足の夜でした。
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Mahalo for your review!
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| Packages: | サンセットプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/18 |
Reviewed by: miffy
Last November, my spouse and I participated. It seemed that the boat was launched in a way that was almost a forced breakthrough despite the rough weather, and nearly all the crew members were severely seasick. The motion sickness medication we took was ineffective (laughs).
Instead of fearing the sharks, I was overwhelmed by a fear I had never experienced before, feeling like I might die due to the height of the waves and the intense rocking. It was so rough that even the Westerners on the same boat were smiling wryly.
Because of the rough weather, we couldn't see the ocean from inside the cage. We could only confirm the sharks' presence when they came quite close. I saw about five sharks, but due to the intense rocking inside the cage and the seasickness, I don't remember much (laughs). Other participants were also watching sharks while throwing up, making it quite a harsh experience (laughs).
On days with good weather, it seems you can encounter many sharks, as others have posted. It's an experience that you can't easily have in Japan (and it seems that rough sailing like this is something that only fishermen get to experience), so I definitely recommend participating.
去年の11月に夫婦で参加しました。
大しけの中、強行突破のような形で船を出したようで、乗員のほぼ全員激しく船酔いしていました。飲んでいた酔い止め薬も効果ナシでした(笑)
サメの恐怖ではなく、あまりの波の高さと激しい揺れに、このまま死ぬのではないか、と言う感じたことのない恐怖に襲われました。あまりに激しく揺れるので、同じ船に乗っていた欧米の方々も苦笑でした。
シケでしたので、ゲージに入っても海を見渡せない。サメがかなり近くに来ないと姿を確認できなかったです。5匹ほど見れましたが、ゲージ内の揺れがすごいのと船酔いで気持ち悪いのであまり記憶がありません(笑)他の参加者も吐きながらサメを見る、といったかなり過酷な現場でした(笑)
天気の良い日は他の方が投稿されているように、たくさんのサメに出会えるようですね。日本ではなかなかできない体験(大しけの航海も漁師さんたち以外はなかなか体験できなさそう)ですので是非参加してみてください。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/27 |
Reviewed by: milano
Kana, a Japanese woman, was very helpful. She lent various items to my daughter who got seasick. I was impressed by the clarity of the water around Molokini Island. Additionally, thanks to her help in searching for turtles, we were able to see many turtles and took lots of photos. This tour was the MVP of our family's trip to Hawaii. If we visit Maui again, I definitely want to participate.
日本人の女性カナさんがとてもよくしてくれました。船酔いした娘にいろいろなグッズも貸してくれました。モロキニ島の海の透明度には感動しまた。また、一緒にカメを探してくれおかげでたくさんのカメにも会うことができまし写真もたくさん撮ってくださりました。
このツアーは今回の私たち家族のハワイ旅行のMVPです。
また、マウイ島に訪れたらぜひ参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 【8/10~8/18限定!】即予約確定プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/16 |
Reviewed by: ちろる
I went in February.
I was very satisfied to see many whales.
It became a good memory.
It was difficult to take photos, but it was fun.
2月に行きました。
たくさんのクジラを見ることができて大満足でした。
良い思い出になりました。
写真を撮るのは難しかったですが、楽しかったです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed seeing many whales. Please do come 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。
たくさんのクジラをお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/17 |
Reviewed by: やまちゃん
This time, we were able to see dolphins perfectly again. However, I wonder if the water was murkier than last time because it was rough... The staff members were very friendly, and the activities were fun.
今回もばっちりイルカが見れました。
ただ前回より海が濁ってたのは、荒れていたからなのかな...
スタッフの皆さんはとてもフレンドリーで、アクティビティも楽しいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University this time. If you have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again, please come and visit the Dolphin School. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。また是非ハワイにいらっしゃる機会がございましたらイルカの学校に遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 11:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/05 |
Reviewed by: k777
I went snorkeling with my daughter while holding hands and saw dolphins. It was a fleeting moment, but it became an unforgettable memory. However, it was unfortunate that my wife, who joined us, had to hold onto the aloha bucket due to seasickness until the end.
娘と手を繋いでシュノーケルしながらイルカを見ました。一瞬の出来事でしたが忘れられない思い出になりました。ただ、一緒に参加した妻は、船酔いで最後までアロハバケツを抱えていだ事だけが残念でした。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University this time. If you have the opportunity to come to Hawaii again, please feel free to visit the Dolphin School. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。また是非ハワイにいらっしゃる機会がございましたらイルカの学校に遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/07 |
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ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School.
We appreciate your wonderful comments about your memories.
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to seeing you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
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。
素敵な思い出のコメントありがとうございます。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
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