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Great team of experts! This was my first time out in the ocean and it was a blast. They know what they’re doing and will make sure you’re safe the whole time. Will definitely check them out again in the future!
We got to see plenty of tropical fish and even a sea turtle up close, which was the highlight. As well, the crew was friendly teaching the ropes to the scooters!
The cage was secure and the guides stayed nearby the entire time to ensure everyone was comfortable. We saw several sharks circling which made the experience even more incredible.
The breakfast and open bar were a great bonus, and everything was well presented and enjoyable. The boat was comfortable with plenty of space to move around and take photos. The morning conditions were calm, making a smooth sail.
The catamaran was comfortable and offered space for viewing and photos. The morning timing was perfect with calm waters and beautiful scenery along the Maui coastline
The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire tour relaxing and enjoyable and we were lucky to see several whales
We saw colorful tropical fish, coral reefs, shipwrecks, and sunken airplanes!
The boat on the way there was quite rocky, but the submarine was steady and very beautiful. Since we went on the day of arrival, I got a bit sleepy along the way, but it was fun!
行きの船がかなり揺れたけど潜水艦は揺れもなくとても綺麗でした。到着日に行ったので途中眠くなったけど楽しかったです！
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I wanted to have a Hawaiian experience that even children could enjoy, so I signed up for the Dolphin Encounter. The program lasts about 30 minutes, during which participants take turns touching the dolphins, feeding fish, and taking commemorative photos. The experience of being so close to the dolphins in the same pool is rare, and my 6-year-old child and my wife both had a wonderful time.
After the program, we explored the park and fed the turtles and birds. The park itself isn't very large and has fewer activities, but the relaxed atmosphere was very pleasant.
On the day of our visit, there were at least two staff members who spoke Japanese, and they not only explained the dolphin interaction program but also greeted us every time we crossed paths in the park, creating a homely atmosphere. During the program, the explanations were given in English by specialized staff, but I believe that children would not have any trouble if they just watched the staff's gestures.
子どもでも楽しめるハワイ体験をしたいと思い、ドルフィン・エンカウンターに申し込みました。プログラムは30分間ほどで、参加者が順番にイルカに触ったりお魚をあげたり記念撮影をしたりすることができます。同じプールでイルカと触れ合える距離で過ごすという体験は貴重で、6歳になる子どもも妻もとても楽しく過ごすことができました。
プログラム後は園内を見て回り、カメや鳥の餌やりをしました。パーク自体はそれほど広くなくアクティビティは少なめですが、のんびりとした雰囲気が心地よかったです。
私たちの訪問日には日本語を話せるスタッフの方が少なくとも2名おられ、イルカとのふれあいプログラムの説明だけでなく、その後園内で顔を合わせるたびに声をかけてくださりアットホームな雰囲気でした。プログラムの最中は専門スタッフによる英語での説明だけになりますが、スタッフの方のジェスチャーを見ていれば子どもでも困ることはないと思います。
When using the shuttle bus, there are early (2 PM) and late (4 PM) return options from the park. We chose the late option, but since the park isn't that large, we had some extra time on our hands. I t
送迎バスを利用する場合、パークからの帰りは早便(14時)と遅便(16時)があります。私たちは遅便にしましたが、それほど広い園ではないので時間を持て余しました。早便でも十分観て回れると思います。
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Took the family and everyone had a good time. Fairly standard aquarium. Would go again.
I was very satisfied to be able to interact so closely with the dolphins and also have photos taken. The staff were kind, and I had a great time.
イルカとこんなに身近に触れ合えて、かつ写真も撮ってもらえて大満足です。
スタッフの方も親切ですごく楽しめました。
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What started out as a rainy morning ended up changing our destination for snorkeling. The crew was fantastic and had a plan to pivot so that we could still get in some snorkeling. By the time we arrived at our new snorkeling spot of Molokini Crater, the rain had stopped and the sun came out for a brief appearance. Due to it being whale season around the islands, dolphins are few and far between per the ship's captain. Whales were a fine alternative to spot and follow for a while on our cruise back towards Maui and during lunch. The grilled lunch options were good and hit the spot after some snorkeling.
Interested in marine life, ask away. The crew is very knowledgeable.
Hawaii is in its rainy season, and indeed, it rained the day before, but the weather was nice and calm on the day of our trip. During the shuttle trolley ride from Waikiki to the port, we were warned that the boat is small and the restroom is really only for emergencies, so it's best to use the facilities at the port. The public restrooms at the port have a very old-fashioned feel, so if you're concerned, it might be a good idea to bring some flushable tissues.
As soon as we set sail, we spotted about three dolphins jumping in the distance, as if they were sending us off. There were no Japanese announcements on board, but judging from the shuttle trolley, I think there were a few other Japanese guests besides us.
Now, regarding the whales, we saw their backs breaking the surface of the water several times. According to the captain's explanation, it seems that a baby whale was practicing swimming.
Oh, and about the snacks on board, hot coffee was very popular. When we boarded, they had just run out, and since it would take time to brew more and we were about to set sail, I gave up on that. The donuts? Malasadas? They were almost sold out, likely because there were many families with children. We were told that there was a water dispenser over there for self-service, so I just drank water. In other words, unless you can get to the port early and board on your own, I wouldn't expect much in terms of snacks.
Back to the whales, they tried putting a microphone underwater to see if we could hear the whales' voices, and it seemed like it was quite a hit since many similar boats gathered around. However, the engine noise from those boats was louder, so it seemed we missed out on that. We did see some jumps, but capturing them in photos was difficult. The shape of a whale's tail fin is said to differ from individual to individual, like fingerprints, so the captain explained that if you send a photo of the tail fin to the appropriate site, they can identify the whale.
On our way back, they mentioned that we were running a bit late and would be returning to the port at full speed, which made me think they were really trying hard. All the staff were very efficient in their movements, yet they were friendly and approachable, which made for a pleasant experience.
ハワイは雨季だそうで、実際前日は雨でしたが、当日は穏やかな天気で良かったです。
ワイキキから港までの送迎トロリーの中で、船は小さくてトイレは本当に緊急時用なので、港で必ず行っといて、のように注意されるのですが、港の公衆トイレは昔ながらの公衆トイレ、という感じなので、気になる方は水に流せるティッシュを用意しておくといいかも。
出港すると早速、少し遠くの方でイルカが3頭ほどジャンプして、私たちを送り出してくれたようにも見えました。船内で日本語の案内は一切ありませんでしたが、送迎のトロリーの様子から推察すると、私たち以外にも数組、日本人客はいたと思います。
そして肝心のクジラですが、ちょっと水面に背中が出てきたり、というのは何度も見ました。船長さんの説明によると、赤ちゃんクジラが泳ぎの練習中なのでしょうと。
そうそう、船内でのおやつですが、ホットコーヒーは大人気で、私たちが乗船したタイミングではちょうどなくなったところで、また沸かすまで時間かかるしもうすぐ出港するからと言われたので諦めました。ドーナツ? マラサダ? も、家族連れの子供たちが多かったせいか、ほぼ売り切れ状態だったので、水ならウォーターサーバーがあそこにあるからセルフサービスでどうぞ、のように言われて、私は水だけ飲んでました。つまり、自力で港に行けて早めに乗船できない限り、期待しないほうがいいと思います。
で、クジラの話に戻ると、この日は水中にマイク(?)を入れて、クジラの声が聞けるかな? というのを試してくれたのですが、どうやらかなりの大当たりだったらしく、周りに同じような船がたくさん集まっていて、そういう船のエンジン音の方が響くからということで、こちらは空振りだったようです。でも一応ジャンプするのは見えました。ただ写真に収めるのは難しいです。クジラの尾ヒレの形状は、指紋のように個体ごとに異なるそうなので、然るべきサイトに尾ひれの写真を送ると、クジラの個体を特定してくれる、という説明も船長さんから聞きました。予定よりちょっと遅れてしまったので全速力で港に戻ります、のようなことを帰り際に言っていたので、すごく頑張ってくださったのだなと思いました。スタッフの皆さん、全員キビキビ動いていて、でも私たちには気さくに接してくださって気持ちよかったです。
The boat will speed up and suddenly stop. It's a good idea to take measures against seasickness.
船は全力で飛ばしたり突然止まったりします。船酔い対策はした方がいいでしょう
このたびはツアーにご参加いただき、また詳しくレビューをお寄せいただきありがとうございます。
当日は雨季の中でも穏やかなお天気となり、クジラやイルカの姿をご覧いただけたとのこと、私たちも嬉しく拝見いたしました。特にクジラのジャンプや、船上でのハイドロフォン体験など、自然ならではの瞬間を楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。
一方で、船内設備や軽食のご提供について、ご期待に添えない部分があり申し訳ございませんでした。限られた船内スペースの中ではございますが、できる限り快適にお過ごしいただけるよう、いただいたご意見を今後の運営改善の参考にさせていただきます。
また、自然相手のツアーのため、その日の海況や野生動物の状況によって体験内容が左右されることもございますが、安全を最優先にしながら、その時々でベストな体験をお届けできるようスタッフ一同努めております。
スタッフへの温かいお言葉もありがとうございます。クルー一同、大変励みになります。
また機会がございましたら、ぜひハワイの海へ遊びにいらしてください。心よりお待ちしております。
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Fun experience, guides were very knowledgeable.
Didn't see nearly the fish that I thought we would.
Man-made reef so not really colorful.
Fun to say we went on a submarine.
Can't believe how many Manta Rays & how close they were.
Crew & woman in the store we're all fantastic.
Gets chilly in the water by the end of your time.
In April, there might be fewer whales themselves. It felt like a tour where we were just watching a pair of parent and baby whales for a long time. The guide was a very fun person, and the tour itself was enjoyable!
4月になると，くじら自体の頭数が少ないのかな。
1組の親子クジラをずっと眺めているようなツアーでした。
ガイドさんはとても楽しい方で、ツアー自体は楽しかったです！
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We had a great time on our cruise. Great sights and wonderful staff!
Highly recommended!
As soon as the boat set off, we were able to see a pod of dolphins. It was amazing to see them up close so quickly, and afterward, we spotted three whales and got to see their beautiful tails. As we continued on, we encountered another whale swimming by, and I was incredibly moved to see it slowly swimming beneath us while we were snorkeling after jumping off the boat. We also saw another pod of dolphins and went snorkeling where there were fish, and we even met a sea turtle. I think it was a very lucky day, filled with continuous excitement. Thank you very much!
船が出てすぐにイルカの群れを見る事ができました。こんなに早く近くで見られて、その後にはクジラが、3頭見られてきれいなテイルを見る事ができました。進んで行くとまた違うクジラが、泳いでいて、船から飛び込んでシュノーケリングで、私たちの下をゆっくりと泳いで行くクジラを見られてすごく感動しました。その後もイルカの群れを見られましたし、魚たちがいるところでシュノーケリングをしウミガメにも会えました。とてもラッキーな日だったと思いますが感動の連続でした。ありがとうございました
After the morning meeting, it was cold when I got out of snorkeling, so I recommend bringing a towel to dry off and wear a jacket.
朝の会でしたシュノーケリングから上がると寒かったので、タオルで拭いて上着を着られるように持っていかれることをお勧めします
アロハ! ママと娘さま。イルカ中学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。五つ星にも感謝いたします。イルカやうミガメだけでなく沢山のクジラにも出会えたとは本当に幸運でしたね!! オアフ西部の壮大な自然を舞台にしたアドベンチャーは感動体験になりますよね!! 寒さ対策に関するコメントもありがとうございます。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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I chose this tour on a large ship because I was worried about seasickness. The observation deck had some swaying, so I watched from a cabin on the first floor, but I was still able to see the whales' spouts and tails. It seems that those who are less sensitive to motion can see much more from the observation deck. The pineapple banana cake was delicious.
船酔いが心配で大きな船のこのツアーを選びました。
展望デッキは揺れもあったので、1階の客室で見ていましたが、何とかクジラの潮吹きや尾っぽを見ることができました。
揺れに強い方が展望デッキの方がたくさん見れるようです。
パイナップルバナナケーキが美味しかったです。
If you're going to the observation deck, you need to prepare a hat and sunglasses that won't get blown away, as well as sunscreen.
展望デッキで見るなら飛ばされない帽子とサングラス、日焼け止めをご準備必要です。
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご家族でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。今回クジラの生態が見れて大変嬉しく思っております。お天気も良かった様子でゆったりと楽しんで頂き本当に良かったですね。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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It was a very rare experience to see actual whales up close.
I was also surprised that we could hear the sounds of whales underwater.
It was a tour that left the whole family very satisfied.
実際の鯨を直接見る事ができる非常に貴重な体験でした
また水中の鯨の鳴き声も聞けることも驚きです
家族みんなで大満足のツアーでした
I heard that the encounter rate with whales is higher from morning to evening, but I made a last-minute reservation, so mine was scheduled for the early afternoon.
I heard from other participants tha
朝から夕方が鯨遭遇率が高いという話でしたが直前に予約した為、昼過ぎの予約となりました
他の参加者は夕方で多くの鯨に出会えたという話を聞いていたのでこちらの時間帯が良いかもしれません
Glad to hear you had a wonderful whale watch and had a fun whale encounter with us! Yes the location is a temporary location since we are still unable to return to Lahaina Harbor after the wildfire, once repairs are complete by the State we will return to our location at Lahaina Harbor which is much easier to find, mahalo!
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At the end of March, we took a daytime departure. What we saw was a mother and baby whale swimming alongside us and spouting water. Since we participated during spring break, the morning and evening trips were fully booked. If you're expecting to see the dynamic whales that you often see in photos, it might be better to consider the timing and season.
３月末、昼出港の便でした。私たちが見たのは、クジラ親子の並走と潮吹き。
春休みを利用しての参加だったので、朝や夕方は満席でした。
もし写真で見かけるダイナミックなクジラを期待するようなら、時期と時間を考慮する方がよいかな。
This is the only opportunity to show children wild whales. It's worth participating in as an experience.
子供たちに野生のクジラを見せる機会としてはこれしかない。経験として参加することに価値あり。
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I was able to see whales. I'm glad I participated. There was no rocking that would cause seasickness, so even family members who usually get motion sickness enjoyed it until the end. The deck of the boat has a decent amount of wind, so I think a jacket is necessary. I brought one and used it. A hat that won't blow away in the wind would be a good idea. The explanations from the guide are in English, so I think at least one person in the family should be able to understand English.
クジラ見れました。
参加して良かった。
船酔いになるような揺れも無く、普段は乗り物酔いのある家族も最後まで楽しめました。
船のデッキはそこそこ風があるので上着が必要かと思います。持って行って、使いました。
帽子は風で飛ばないタイプが良いかと。
解説員の方の説明は英語なので、家族の中など誰か1人は英語聞き取れるべきだろうなと思います。
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The guide told us that if we couldn't see them, we could try again, so I was half-expecting it, but it turned out to be a wonderful experience. In the first half, they didn't show up much, but once we went out to sea, a mother and baby whale swam close to the boat the whole time, which was amazing! ♪
ガイドさんからは、見れなかったら再度チャレンジと言われ、期待半分でしたが、素晴らしい体験ができました。
前半は中々、姿を現してくれませんでしたが、沖に出てからは親子クジラがずっと船の近くを泳いでくれていて、最高でした♪
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Well worth the money. I would highly recommend Dolphin Quest to any animal lover. An experience you will find hard to match.
The shuttle bus was comfortable. Departing at 5:30 AM was a bit dreary, but it wasn't cold in the morning, and you can make good use of your time afterward, so I recommend it. Our guide, Ken, was reliable and very pleasant, and I appreciated his help a lot. There are no restrooms on the boat, but there are public toilets at the boarding area. We were able to see both dolphins and whales, but it can be tough for those who can't swim. It was harder than I imagined, but that also made it rewarding.
送迎のバスも快適でした。早朝5：30出発は、憂鬱でしたが、朝も寒くないし，そのあと時間が有効に使えるからおすすめです。
ガイドのケンさんは、頼りになるし、とても感じの良い方で大変お世話になりました。
トイレが無いですが、ボートに乗る場所に公衆トイレがあります。
イルカも鯨も見られましたが、泳げない方は大変です。想像以上にハードでした。そのぶん，達成感があります。
Just in case, bring some motion sickness medication. Since it's cold, I recommend bringing a windbreaker and extra towels.
一応酔い止め。寒いのでウインドブレーカーと多めにタオル持参がおすすめ。
アロハ! みきさま。イルカ中学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。五つ星評価にも感謝いたします。沖合は波や潮の流れがあるので、泳ぐのに体力を使いますよね。ハワイの大自然を舞台にしたイルカやクジラとの出会いを楽しんでいただいたようで嬉しく思います。日本語ガイドのケンに関するコメントもありがとうございます!! ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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Great your! An added surprise and probably the highlight of the tour for me, we saw so many dolphins and they got up close and personal with us! We also managed to spot a few whales and a baby! Wren and Ryder were both fantastic also. Definitely worth the price!
It gets windy and you’re going to get a little wet!
Jenna, Kevin and the entire crew were fabulous. A Wonderful morning!
This is my third visit to the park. In the previous two visits, there were issues with the bus, which made me worry, but this time it was great. The bus was on time, and the driving was careful, which made me feel at ease. Inside the park, there were staff members who spoke Japanese, so even if you don't understand English, you can enjoy your time without worry. The staff is very kind and attentive. They also have a wealth of knowledge about dolphins and taught me a lot. I want to come back again next year. Interacting with the dolphins was a lot of fun; we fed them, took pictures, and even got splashed by them while playing with my child. The park is not an aquarium but a marine park where you can have various experiences. Even small children can enjoy it.
３回目の来園です。前回、前々回とバストラブルがありバスの心配がありましたが、今回は良かったです。時間通り、丁寧な運転で安心でした。園内では以前もいらした日本語で説明してくれるスタッフがおり、英語がわからなくても安心して楽しめます。すごく親切で丁寧なスタッフさんです。イルカの知識も豊富で色々と教えてもらいました。また来年も行きたいと思います。イルカとの触れ合いは、餌をあげたり写真を撮ったり、イルカに水をかけられたりと子供と一緒にはしゃぎました。園内は水族館ではなく、海の公園で色々な体験ができます。小さい子供でも楽しめます。
I think it's best to wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and that you don't mind getting dirty, as participating in stylish outfits can be quite challenging. The dolphins are very accomm
おしゃれな格好で参加すると大変なので、動きやすい格好や汚れてもいい格好が良いと思います。イルカちゃん達はサービス満点なので、タオルも持って行った方が良いです。
thank you for sharing, i like the boy with bird on head, nice photo shot, and the lagoon scenery is a nice sunny clear day.
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The dolphin experience at Sea Life Park was a highly satisfying activity where you can easily interact with dolphins. If you want to create a memorable Hawaiian experience, I highly recommend it!
シーライフパークのドルフィン体験は気軽にイルカと触れ合える満足度の高いアクティビティでした。
ハワイらしい思い出を作りたいなら、かなりおすすめです！
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The early morning bus departed in the dim light, and Sean was kind enough to stop by Starbucks. I had heard there were no restrooms on the boat, so it was great that we could use a public restroom before departure. The boat was beautiful!! Perhaps because everyone took motion sickness medication, none of us felt sick at all. But that might also be because the tour was packed with so many activities that it left us completely exhausted. Thanks to the cool, beautiful-voiced captain and Ken from Japan's attentive support, we dived wildly, swam, laughed, and breathed heavily—it was an incredibly fulfilling tour. Amazing!
朝早いバスは薄暗い中出発，ショーンさんはお優しく、スタバにも立ち寄って下さった。
船にはトイレがないと聞いていたが、出航前に公衆トイレが使えてよかった。
船は綺麗！！酔い止めは全員飲んでおいたせいか全く酔わなかった。でもそれは へとへとになるくらい盛りだくさんで充実したからかもしれない。かっこいい美声の船長、日本のケンさんのきめ細かいフォロー，などのおかげでワイルドに潜り、泳ぎ，笑い、ゼイゼイ息して超充実のツアーでした。最高！
It's harder than I thought, but it's fulfilling. I recommend renting a wetsuit for $10. It's cold, so be prepared.
思っているよりハードです、充実します，ウエットスーツは10ドルで借りるのおすすめです。寒いので要準備。
アロハ! みきさま。イルカ中学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。五つ星評価とボート上の写真の共有にも感謝いたします! イルカ中学のツアーはまさにハワイの海のアドベンチャーですよね!! プールとは異なり、波や潮のある外洋で泳ぐのでへとへとになりますね!! オアフ西部の壮大な自然を舞台にしたイルカたちとの出会いを楽しんで頂いたようで嬉しく思います。ジェイソン船長やケン、ショーンに関するコメントもありがとうございます。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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