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They were so friendly and very engaging you didn’t feel rushed or pressured! It was so relaxing and the guides did a great job pointing out cool animals on the reef we probably would have missed! Definitely worth it!

This time, all participants were over sixty years old, but thanks to the kind and fun staff, we were able to enjoy sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

今回は参加者全員が還暦を過ぎた面々でしたが優しく楽しいSTAFFのおかげでシーカヤックやサップを楽しむ事ができました。

While buggies and horseback riding are famous, I consulted with my companions and chose the option that was easier to navigate. The explanation was only in English, but the beautiful scenery was amazing!

バギーや乗馬が有名ですが、同行者と相談し楽に回れる方を選びました。
説明は英語だけでしたが、素敵な景色が見られて最高でした！

The driver was very kind. Climbing the mountain might be tough, but the beautiful scenery made it very satisfying.

ドライバーの方は、とても親切な方でした。山を登るのは、大変かもしれませんが、綺麗な景色が見られて大満足です。

I participated at my mother's request, who has wanted to try canoeing for many years!

It wasn't just regular canoeing; it was canoe surfing, and the moment I caught a wave after paddling hard was the best!
Working together as a family for this activity became a lifelong memory. ☺️

長年カヌーをやりたがっていた母の希望で参加しました！

ただのカヌーじゃなくカヌーサーフィンなので必死に漕いだあとの波に乗った瞬間が最高でした！！
家族みんなで力を合わせてのアクティビティは一生の思い出になりました☺️

We truly enjoyed the hospitality of the captain and crew. Beautiful scenery! We loved the live music and hula dancing

I was very scared and worried until it started, but even for us over 60, it was fine. It was incredibly fun, and if I come to Hawaii again, I definitely want to challenge myself again. Falling into the ocean at the end was also the most fun! 💓

始まるまではとても怖くて心配しましたが、60超えた私たちでも大丈夫でした。めちゃくちゃ楽しくて、また、ハワイに来たら絶対チャレンジしたいです。最後に海に落ちるのも最高に楽しかったです💓

The 2-hour horseback riding experience was great. The initial explanation was clear and easy to understand in Japanese. The horses were very well-trained, so I had no worries at all. I enjoyed it leisurely while taking in the beautiful scenery of Hawaii.

2時間の乗馬、
最初の説明も日本語訳でわかりやすく、
馬達は大変しつけが行き届き全く心配なかった。
ハワイの風景を満喫しながらゆったりとたのしめました。

Riding a horse while gazing at the blue sea and sky, and the pure white beach was the plan! However, it unexpectedly rained!! It wasn't just a quick shower; it rained continuously. I was really disappointed, but it became a good memory nonetheless.

The driver was very talkative and knowledgeable about the tour. He understood the horses' personalities well, so he rejected the more mischievous ones and arranged for us to ride the well-behaved horses. Thanks to that, we were able to enjoy a relaxing horseback ride without any issues.

In Haleiwa, we bought limited edition products and enjoyed delicious food. We had so much fun that we almost ran out of time.

It was so enjoyable that I hope to participate again someday, hopefully on a sunny day!

青い海と空、真っ白なビーチを眺めながら馬に乗る！予定でしたが、まさかの雨天！！スコールでもなく、ずっと雨。
すごく残念でしたがそれもまたいい思い出。

ドライバーの方はとてもお話上手でこのツアーを熟知されています。
馬の性格もよく分かっているので、ヤンチャな馬は先に拒否してくださって、私たちにはお利口さんの馬を手配してくださいました。
そのおかげで私たちは特に困ることなくのんびり乗馬を楽しめました。

ハレイワではハレイワ限定商品を買ったり、美味しいもの食べたり。時間が足りないくらい楽しめました。

とても楽しかったので、またいつか次は晴れた日に参加できたらいいなと思います。

I started with a hike up Diamond Head and had a fulfilling day visiting various places. The guide provided a lot of information at key points and shared interesting stories, which made it enjoyable. They also helped by taking many photos. I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Hawaii.

ダイヤモンドヘッド登山からスタートして1日充実したスケジュールでいろんな場所に行けました。
ガイドさんが要所要所で様々な情報を教えて下さったり面白い話をして下さったりと…楽しかったです。沢山写真も撮って下さり助かりました。
またハワイに来た際には是非参加したいです。

If you’re worried about this being overly commercialized, crowded, or having a crew that is just going through the motions…you’d be pleasantry wrong! This is a must do.

The best day ever crew was awesome and music was stellar Jessie!!!

My wife wanted to visit Diamond Head❣️ Since I was still feeling the fatigue in my legs from the previous day's tour of Pearl Harbor and bowling, I took my time climbing to the top. Even so, I had two hours until the pick-up car arrived, so I was in no rush.

The view was absolutely amazing❣️ It felt great❣️

カミさん所望のダイヤモンドヘッド❣️
前日のパールハーバー見学とボウリングの疲労が脚に残っていたので、休憩しながら登頂しました。それでも、迎えの車まで2時間あったので、余裕でした。
ぐるっとチョーゼッケェー❣️
気持ち良かったぁ❣️

During our trip, we accidentally found and participated in the "Dolphin University" tour, and the result was extremely satisfying. My wife was very happy, and I was also moved by the experience of seeing wild dolphins and sea turtles up close.

For those considering participation, here is a summary of the tour experience and advice.

【Tour Participation Information】
• Timing: It is recommended to participate after the third day of your trip, when your body has acclimated to the local environment. (I participated on the second day after arrival and felt a bit of jet lag.)
• Participation Time: I joined the tour that started at 11:30.
• Transportation: We used a bus shuttle from Ko Olina (about 20-30 minutes one way).
• Return Time: We returned to Ko Olina around 15:30.

【Tour Content and Impressions】
1. Cruising and Encountering Wildlife: After departing, we had a short cruise and were able to encounter wild dolphins and sea turtles.
2. Snorkeling: It was time for snorkeling. Although we wore life jackets, moving away from the boat involved quite a bit of exercise, making it feel quite strenuous even for someone like me who swims regularly at the gym. Those who are not confident swimmers should consider participating carefully.
3. Onboard Activities and Lunch: After snorkeling, we enjoyed activities like a slide and took a light shower before having lunch.
4. Return to Port and Shuttle: After the meal, we returned to the port and were shuttled back to the hotel, concluding the tour.

【Advice on Motion Sickness】
• Motion Sickness Medication: I was worried about seasickness, but I took motion sickness medication I brought from Japan, so I was able to enjoy the day without any issues.
• Caution: For those coming from Waikiki, the bus ride will be longer. Considering the bus travel before boarding the boat, I recommend taking motion sickness medication before getting on the bus.

It was a tour that created wonderful memories. I recommend being in good health to fully enjoy it.

妻との旅行中に偶然見つけて参加した「イルカ大学」のツアーでしたが、結果は非常に満足できるものでした。妻も大変喜び、私自身も野生のイルカやウミガメを間近で見ることができて、感動的な体験となりました。
これから参加を検討されている方へ、ツアーの体験情報とアドバイスをまとめます。
【ツアー参加情報】
• 参加のタイミング：旅行の3日目以降の、体調が現地に慣れた頃の参加がおすすめです。（私は到着2日目の参加で、若干の時差ボケを感じました）
• 参加時間：11:30開始の便に参加しました。
• 送迎：コオリナからのバス送迎を利用しました（片道約20〜30分）。
• 帰着時間：コオリナに帰着したのは15:30頃でした。
【ツアー内容と体験の所感】
1. クルージングと野生動物との遭遇：出港後、短時間のクルージングを経て、野生のイルカやウミガメに遭遇することができました。
2. シュノーケリング：シュノーケリングの時間となります。ライフジャケットは着用しますが、船から離れて移動するため、普段ジムで泳いでいる私でもかなり運動量が多く、ハードに感じました。泳ぎが苦手な方は、参加を慎重にご検討ください。
3. 船上でのアクティビティと昼食：シュノーケリングの後、スライダーなどのアクティビティを楽しみ、軽くシャワーを浴びてから昼食をいただきました。
4. 帰港・送迎：食事後、寄港地に戻り、バスでホテルまで送迎いただきツアー終了となりました。
【船酔いに関するアドバイス】
• 酔い止め：船酔いが心配でしたが、日本から持参した酔い止めを飲んだため、終日問題なく過ごせました。
• 注意点：ワイキキ方面から参加される方はバスの乗車時間が長くなります。船に乗る前のバス移動も考慮し、バスに乗車する前に酔い止めを服用することをおすすめします。
最高の思い出になるツアーでした。体調を万全にして臨むことをおすすめします。

The weather was nice, and I was able to see a beautiful sunset and starry sky. Although the guide was in English, Kai was fluent in Japanese, which was a great help.

天候も良くとでも綺麗な夕日と星空を見る事が出来ました。
英語ガイドでしたが、カイさんが日本語が達者で助かりました。

We were interested & curious about the recent history of Lanai - from Dole to Murdock to Ellison. Lucky for us, Josh and his family lived it all & he was kind enough to share with us. Having the right guide makes all the difference. If you decide to go, we hope you are lucky enough to catch a day with Josh.

The only negative is parking at Maalaea harbor. Unless you're on the first trip in the morning at 0630, plan on a long walk from your car to the boat. They use a smartphone payment app for all parking in the harbor. At $1 per hour, the rate isn't bad - but the process of in-putting your credit card & rental car license plate info can be a problem, especially if you're running late. We were there at 0545, began boarding at 0600, and under way at 0630 on the dot. Give yourself plenty of time.

Thanks to our guide Jonah, we had the best day! His Japanese was excellent, and while driving, he explained the area and always asked if we wanted to take family photos when we arrived at our destination, which we really appreciated! He also provided us with water, which was very helpful! Thank you so much, Jonah, for your early morning efforts! If possible, I would love to request Jonah again!

ガイドのジョナさんのお陰で最高の１日を過ごす事ができました！
日本語がとても上手で、車の運転中にはその土地の説明や、目的地に着いたら必ず写真撮りましょうか？と家族写真を撮ってくださり、本当にありがたかったです！
お水も用意していただき大変助かりました！
ジョナさん、朝早くから本当にありがとうございました♪指名できるのであれば、またジョナさんにお願いしたいと思います！

Diamond Head was tough to climb, but I was able to capture the sunrise, so it was great! Above all, our tour guide, Joa, was amazing! His Japanese was excellent, and he took us around to various spots for photos, making it a wonderful memory!

ダイヤモンドヘッドは登るの大変だったけど、朝日も撮れたし良かったです！
何よりツアーガイドのジョアさんが最高でした！
日本語も上手だし、色々周って写真も撮ってくれて最高の思い出になりました！

The weather was great, and I'm glad I went on the North Shore tour. The last time I went, I didn't have a very good impression, but this time the guide was amazing. Their explanations, attentiveness, and proactive photo-taking were all excellent. I would love to go with this guide again next time. Thank you! 😊

天候にも恵まれノースショアツアーは行って良かったって感じです
以前行った時は余り良い感じを持たなかったのですが今回はガイドさんが最高でした
説明や気配り、積極的⤵︎な写真撮影　どれも👌でした
又次回もこのガイドさんなら一緒に行きたいですね
ありがとうございました😊

Thank you for your flexible response to our group application. The instructor was very pleasant.

団体の申し込みにも柔軟に対応していただきありがとうございました。とても感じの良いインストラクターの方でした。

Thank you for your flexible response to our group's application. The instructor was very pleasant.

団体の申し込みにも柔軟に対応していただきありがとうございました。とても感じの良いインストラクターの方でした。

I looked at various reviews and checked the tide before going. I had a lot of fun paddleboarding and snorkeling. Izumi-san (a Japanese person) explained everything, so it's totally fine even if you don't understand English. About 70% of the participants were Japanese. Since it's a place you can only reach by boat, the price might be reasonable, but since the playtime is only about two hours, it would be nice if it were a bit longer. There was also a simple toilet available.

It was my first time snorkeling, but the water was murky, and there were only black fish that looked like carp. I heard there were sea turtles, but I didn't see any. Some people say it's really beautiful, but I think it's better not to have high expectations.

I only took cash for tips as valuables, but I forgot the bus tip (1 dollar), so it's better to bring both the crew tip and the bus tip.

On the way back, since you return in your swimsuit, it's good to wear something over it.

Having a waterproof case for your smartphone is convenient, but the screen reflects and is hard to see, so the images I took were pretty unclear. At one point, it overheated and I got a warning about high temperatures, so I couldn't use it for a while.

I thought the bus would take me right to the hotel, but the area is large, and the bus stop is hard to find, so it's necessary to check in advance. There’s a waiting area for various tour bus stops, so if you’re not waiting there, they might not find you, so please be careful.

口コミを色々見て、
潮位を調べて行きました。
サップしたりシュノーケリングしたり
とても楽しかった。イズミさん？（日本人）が説明してくれるので、英語わからなくても全然大丈夫です。参加してたのも70%が日本人でした。船でしか行けない場所なので、妥当な金額かもしれないけど、遊ぶのは2時間くらいなので、もう少し長くてもいいかな〜
簡易トイレみたいなのも付いてましたよ。

シュノーケリングは、初めてでしたが、
海の中は、濁っていて、黒いフナ？みたいな魚しかいません笑
海ガメもいたみたいですが
わたしは見れませんでした。
すごくキレイと口コミしてる人もいますが
そこは、期待しない方がいいでしょう。

貴重品は、チップの現金しか持って行きませんでしたが、バスのチップ（1ドル）忘れてたので、クルーのチップ➕バスのチップだけ持った方がいいです。

帰りは、水着のまま帰るので、その上から
着られる服で行くのが、いいです。

スマホは、防水ケースがあると便利ですが
反射して画面が見えないので、
撮った画像がさっぱりわからないのと、
途中熱くなりすぎて、
初めて高音注意⚠️みたいになって、
少しの間、使えなくなりました。

ホテルの前まで、バスで来てくれると
思っていましたが、敷地が広くて
バス乗り場が分かりずらいので、
事前に確認が必要です。
色々なツアーのバス乗り場の
待合い室みたいなところがあるので
そこで待っていないと
見つけてもらえないので
気をつけてください。

We departed in the evening and reached the summit at an altitude of 4,200 meters, above the clouds. The moment the sun set, the sky transformed from orange to deep blue, which was truly breathtaking. The guide carefully explained the constellations and planets, and it was moving to see the Milky Way with the naked eye. The temperature is quite low, so warm clothing is essential. The down jacket that was provided was very helpful. The photos taken by the professionals during the tour were also wonderful and perfect for remembering the trip.

夕方に出発し、標高4200mの山頂に着くころには雲の上。
夕陽が沈む瞬間、空がオレンジから群青に変わっていく光景は本当に息を呑みました。
ガイドさんが星座や惑星を丁寧に説明してくれて、肉眼で天の川を見られたのも感動的でした。
気温はかなり低いので、防寒着は必須です。貸してもらえるダウンジャケットがとても助かりました。
ツアー中にプロの方が撮ってくれた写真も素晴らしく、旅の思い出にぴったりです。

I was only expecting to participate in the buffet and the show in the evening, but when I checked in, there were still about an hour left before the Polynesian exhibition closes, and the ticket included it. This definitely worth much more than how much I paid!

I was very relieved to have someone who spoke Japanese on the boat. The sea was incredibly beautiful, and I was surprised. The water was shallow enough to my thighs, so I could play without worry. After putting on a life jacket, I swam in a spot that was about 10 meters deep. I was glad to see several sea turtles.

日本語を話せる方が船にいらっしゃったので、とても安心でした。海がとても綺麗でびっくりしました。太ももくらいの水深だったので安心して遊べました。ライフジャケットを着た後は、水深10メートルくらいの場所を泳ぎました。ウミガメを何匹もみれて良かったです。

It was a performance by superhumans who are truly well-trained, showcasing an incredible series of acts. There was a moment during the transitions between performances where audience participation was involved, and to my surprise, I was chosen to go on stage. I think my performance was a bit clumsy, but the excitement of the crowd made it a wonderful memory. I would love to go see it again!

超絶パフォーマンスの連続でさすがに鍛えられている超人たちの演技でした。
演目のつなぎでオーディエンス参加の場面がありますがまさかの私が指名され
舞台へ。拙いパフォーマンスだったと思いますが観衆の盛り上がりで良い思い出に
なりました。
また見に行きたいなぁ。

All the explanations were in English, which left my family, who are not good at English conversation, quite confused. However, once the activities started, we were able to enjoy breathtaking views that made us forget about those concerns, and it turned out to be a very fun day. Next time, we will go to try horseback riding.

すべての説明が英語で英会話が苦手な私たち家族は戸惑うことが多かったです。
したしアクティビティがスタートするとそんなことも忘れるくらいの絶景が堪能できとても楽しい一日でした。
今度は乗馬体験をチャレンジしに行きます。

This was a great introduction to snorkeling for our apprehensive teen. Nick was fun, knowledgeable, and patient. We learned about the sealife of Oahu and had so much fun, too. Highly recommend!

Thanks to Jamie, our savior who understands English, we were able to fully enjoy stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling! Especially, when he asked my 14-year-old daughter if she could swim, and she replied that she wasn't very good at it, he made sure to assign a staff member to help her. She was so happy to see a turtle! On the way back, when she felt seasick, he brought her ginger ale, and after drinking it, she felt completely better, which became a great memory as well! Thank you so much!

英語がわからないわたし達の救世主、ジェイミーさんのお陰でsupやシュノーケリングを存分に楽しめました！
特に14歳の娘に対して、泳げる？と聞いてくれ、あまり得意でないと答えるとちゃんとスタッフさんをつけてくれ、娘もカメが見えた！と大喜び。帰り船酔いした時も、ジンジャーエールがいいよ！と持ってきてくれ、それを飲んだらスッカリ良くなったようでそれもいい思い出になりました！本当にありがとうございました！

If you simply want to see the summit of Mauna Kea and the starry sky, you can rent a car and go on your own, but having a tour guide allows for a richer experience with various stories about Hawaii and detailed explanations of the night sky. It made for a more fulfilling time. Additionally, the attention to detail was wonderful, making the entire experience from gathering to dispersal completely stress-free! Thank you very much.

単純にマウナケアの山頂や星空を観るだけなら、レンタカーを借りて個人でも行けますが、車中でのハワイにまつわる色んな話、星空の詳細な説明など、ツアーガイドがいるからこその体験ができて、より豊かな時間になりました。
また、気遣いも素晴らしく、集合から解散まで、ノーストレスでした！ありがとうございました。