Reviewed by: Red Headed Sister's
The best excursion of our trip!! Dolphin Excursions staff are very educated and professional. Keep the customer in mind.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/21 |
Reviewed by: はるこ
I had an amazing day that exceeded my expectations! First of all, our guide, Julie, was truly wonderful and great at getting everyone excited, which raised our spirits even before we saw the dolphins! Unfortunately, there was a boat from a dolphin protection organization that day, so we couldn't swim with the dolphins, but we were still able to see many wild dolphins up close, which was very moving. (I've heard that days when you can't swim with the dolphins are quite rare, so don't worry.) We also got to see a baby dolphin swimming, which was even more touching. After that, we enjoyed snorkeling. You can rent a wetsuit for $10. Even those who can't swim can definitely give it a try. The atmosphere on the boat was fun throughout the day, making it a very fulfilling experience. I will definitely participate again!
予想以上に素晴らしい1日を過ごせました!まずガイドのジュリさんが本当に素敵な方で、盛り上げ上手なのでイルカを見る前からテンションが高まりました!実はこの日、イルカを保護する団体の船?が出ていたのでイルカと一緒に泳ぐことは残念ながら出来なかったのですが、それでも生で野生のイルカを沢山見ることが出来てとても感動しました。(これが理由でイルカと泳げない日はめったにないそうなので安心して下さい)また、赤ちゃんイルカが泳いでるのも見れて、更に感動でした。その後はシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ウェットスーツを10$で借りることが出来ます。泳げない子も全然挑戦できます。船上でも、始終楽しい雰囲気作りをして下さっていたので1日が大変充実していました。また絶対参加します!
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/10 |
Reviewed by: まいまい
I participated with my colleagues from work! When I come to Hawaii, I definitely want to go into the ocean! I joined this activity because I wanted to snorkel in the beautiful sea!
The ocean in Hawaii is really beautiful! It's just so blue! We cruised on a boat for a while to our destination. There were unlimited soft drinks, and since it was early in the morning, we also had breakfast. It was the best to feel the nice breeze while gliding over the beautiful sea and sipping juice!
When we arrived at our destination, everyone joined in the search for dolphins! I was so happy to be the first to spot one! There were baby dolphins too, which made the excitement even greater!
After dolphin watching, we all went snorkeling. I never expected to encounter a sea turtle! It felt like we were swimming together!
There were so many fish, and I had no fear of the ocean at all! In the waters of Japan, it feels dark and a bit scary...
After thoroughly enjoying snorkeling, we had lunch! Being able to drink alcohol made it truly the best!
Above all, having a guide in Japanese allowed us to learn about the habits and knowledge of dolphins and sea turtles!
I want to go again!
職場の同僚と参加しました!
ハワイにきたら絶対海に入りたい!キレイな海をシュノーケリングしたいという気持ちからこのアクティビティに参加しました!
やっぱりハワイの海はとてもキレイ‼︎とにかく青い‼︎
しばらく船に乗って目的地までクルージング♡
ソフトドリンクが飲み放題で朝早い分ちゃんと朝食もありました。
気持ちい風にあたりながらキレイな海の上を走り、ジュースを飲んで最高♪♪
目的地に着くと、参加したみんなでイルカ探し♪
1番最初にみつけることができてハッピー!(´∀`艸)
赤ちゃんイルカもいて楽しい気持ちが高まりました!
イルカウォッチングした後は、みんなでシュノーケリング♡
まさか、海ガメに出逢えるとは⁉︎
まるで一緒に泳いでるみたい♪
魚もたくさんいて、海への恐怖心が全くわかなかったです!日本の海だと暗くてなんだか怖い…
充分シュノーケリングを堪能した後は昼食!お酒も飲めてホントに最高でした!
なにより日本語でのガイドがあったからイルカや海ガメの習性や知識を学習でしました!
また行きたい!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/09 |
Reviewed by: たけだ
Since being healed by wild dolphins four years ago, this was my second time participating. The first spot was filled with a school of dolphins swimming around, and it was over in the blink of an eye, but I was satisfied as dolphins crossed right in front of me and I could hear their voices. At the second spot, there were more than 50 dolphins, some of them were relaxing and there were even baby dolphins, which was incredibly healing and satisfying once again.
Also, while moving on the boat, I saw many dolphins performing spin jumps, as if they were saying, "Come back again!" I’m thinking of going to the Big Island next year.
4年前に野生のイルカに癒されて以来、2度目の入学でした。
1度目のポイントは泳ぎまくるイルカの群れでアッという間でしたが、目の前をイルカが横切るわ、イルカの声は聞けるわで満足。2度目のポイントでは、なんと約50頭以上の群れで、ゆったり寝ている状態で子供のイルカもいたりして、今回も癒されて大満足でした。
また、船で移動中にはイルカのスピンジャンプも多く見られ、また来いよ!と言われているようでした。
来年はハワイ島に行こうかな。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/11 |
Reviewed by: Tim Owens
The dolphin and turtle, 100 points. Subtracting 30 points for the unexpected above = 70 points! ♪
$150 for 2 people plus chips, so the dolphin swim at a certain aquarium might feel like a better deal.
オラオラの〇―さん。委員長?
トゲトゲした〇屋アンナ風のダミ声でイケイケのトーク!
イルカと亀、100点 引く 上記(予想外)マイナス30点 = 70点だよ~♪
150ドル×2名 プラスchipなんで、某水族館のドルフィンスイムの方がお得感あるかもしれませんね。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/16 |
Reviewed by: AAA
I was able to see dolphins, and the ocean was very beautiful.
During the snorkeling, I also saw a turtle, which was very cute.
There was also a hula dance lesson, making it a packed tour.
Unfortunately, while there was a photographer, it seems that you can only have photos taken but cannot purchase them...
イルカも観れたし、海もとても綺麗でした。
その後のシュノーケリングでカメも観れてとても可愛かったです。
フラダンスレッスンもあり、盛りだくさんのツアーでした。
残念なのは、カメラマンさんがついているのですが、写真はとってもらうだけで購入はできないみたいです。。。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/15 |
Reviewed by: yno
There were fewer Japanese participants, but there were Japanese instructions, and it was fun. We saw a sea turtle right after the boat left, and we also spotted rays. We encountered many pods of wild dolphins.
However, I got seasick right away, which was tough. I didn't think I was that prone to motion sickness, but it seems that smaller boats can make you feel queasy. It's a good idea to have motion sickness medication prepared. Breakfast and lunch were included, but the staff advised that those who are prone to seasickness should eat a light breakfast or skip it to avoid feeling sick. Unfortunately, I had already eaten by that time...
But snorkeling with the wild dolphins and enjoying the beautiful sea was amazing.
日本人参加者は少なめでしたが、日本語の案内もあり、楽しかったです。船がでてすぐにウミガメに会えたし、エイも見えました。野生イルカはたくさんの群れに出会えました。
ただ、すぐに船酔いしてしまい、大変でした。乗り物酔いはそんなにし易い方ではなかったはずなんですが、小型の船だとやっぱり酔いやすいです。酔い止めを用意しておいた方が安心です。朝食とランチ付きですが、酔いやすい人は朝食は少なめか食べない方が酔いにくいですよ、とスタッフにアドバイスされました。その時には私は食べちゃった後でしたが。。。
でも、野生イルカやキレイな海のシュノーケリングは最高でした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/11 |
Reviewed by: Snow Man
It was very interesting, with no time to rest as we moved from one thing to the next.
However, I was puzzled that, despite the mention of tips being included at the time of booking, there was a request for tips on-site.
Please either state that tips are not included or make it so that tips are not required on-site.
I plan to visit again! ★
休む暇なく次から次へとで、とても面白かったです。
ただ申し込み時にチップ込みと記載があったにも関わらず、現地でチップのお願いがあったのが疑問。
記載にチップは含みませんと書くか、現地でのチップを無しにするかどちらかにして下さい。
また遊びに行く予定です★
Thank you for using our service.
Please note that there is no mention of tips included on the tour page.
For information regarding tip payments, please check the local guidelines.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はご利用ありがとうございます。
ツアーページ上にチップ込みというご案内はしておりません。
チップのお支払いに関しましては、現地のご案内をご確認ください。
体験談のご投稿ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/21 |
Reviewed by: marilyn
Awesome adventure! Truly enjoyed being on a boat being overseen by experienced and helpful staff. Saw turtles and dolphins and snorkled as they swam around us. Great lunch too
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/04 |
Reviewed by: たかゆき
I had the pleasure of using Dolphin University. To put it simply, it was the best! We were blessed with great weather, got to visit the sacred site of Makua, met dolphins, and encountered sea turtles, making it an unforgettable experience. The staff, especially Sue, the class representative, were very accommodating, and I had a lot of fun! I will definitely participate in Manta University next time! Thank you very much!
イルカ大学利用させていただきました。
一言で言うと最高でした!
天候にも恵まれ聖地マクアにもいけて、イルカにも会えて、ウミガメにも会えて文句なしで1番いい思い出になりました。
学級委員のスーさんをはじめスタッフの方の対応もよく凄く楽しかったです!ぜひつぎはマンタ大学に参加します!!ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/01 |
Reviewed by: あすまんせん
I participated because it had been my dream since childhood to swim with wild dolphins. I had to wear a life jacket the whole time, which was a bit disappointing compared to what I imagined a dolphin swim would be like, but I was moved when I heard the dolphins' voices and when they swam right underneath me. There were also many turtles that I could see up close, which was great. One downside was that the tour guide was a bit too talkative, which bothered me and made me feel uncomfortable during my time in Hawaii. There’s room for improvement, ◯-san... Also, it might be a bit tough for those who can't swim. The malasadas from Leonard's were delicious!
野生のイルカと泳ぐのが子どもの時からの夢だったので参加しました。ライフジャケットをずっと着用してなければいけないため、ドルフィンスイムを想像していくと少々期待はずれですがイルカの声が聞こえたりすぐ真下を通ったときは感動しました。カメもたくさんいて間近で見られ、とても良かったです。ひとつ残念だったのはツアーガイド?の方が、いつも一言多くていちいち勘に触ったので、ハワイに来て嫌な気分になりました。◯ーさん、改善の余地ありです…あと泳げない人は若干ツラいツアーかも。レナーズのマラサダおいしかった!
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/27 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I thought the first boat would have a better encounter rate, but it was full, so we took the second boat. We departed the port after eating malasadas.
It took quite a while to reach the point where the dolphins were, but since it was summer vacation, there were seven children under 12 on board. Thanks to that, we were able to try three times and see dolphins each time, which was great. To be honest, it felt more like watching the dolphins swim underwater rather than swimming with them.
I wore a long-sleeved rash guard, so I didn't rent a wetsuit, but after getting out of the water and heading to the next point, it was a bit chilly.
There was a place to store luggage under the seats on the boat, but in some spots, people got soaked from the waves.
After that, we moved to a snorkeling point where we could see turtles and tried canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. The stand-up paddleboarding felt more like paddling calmly on the sea like a canoe rather than riding the waves, and it seemed difficult to stand on the board.
On the way back, we had cheeseburgers. Along the way, we were also served warm tea, snacks, and juice.
Since we tried three times, there was no time to change, so everyone got on the bus in their swimsuits to return to the hotel. The air conditioning on the bus was very strong, and it was cold. Usually, it seems that people change in a spacious restroom.
Some experiences mention a strict guide, but we had a Japanese male guide who was very good.
第1便の方が遭遇率が良いのかと思いましたが、満員で第2便の出発となりました。
マラサダを食べてから港を出発。
イルカのいるポイントまで随分かかりましたが、この日夏休みと言うこともあり12歳以下の子供が7人もいると言う話でしたが、おかげで3回もチャレンジして頂き3回ともイルカを見ることが出来て良かったです。
正直一緒に泳ぐと言うかは水中でイルカが泳いでいるのを見ると言った感じでした。
私は長袖のラッシュガードを着用して行ったのでウェットスーツはレンタルしませんでしたが、海から上がりまた次のポイントまで船を走らせると少し肌寒かったです。
手荷物は船の座席の下にしまう場所がありましたが場所によっては波がかかりずぶ濡れになってる人もいました。
その後カメに会えるシュノーケルポイントに移動しカヌーやスタンダップ・パドルボードに挑戦。
スタンダップパドルは波に乗ると言うよりカヌーの様に穏やかな海の上を漕ぐだけでしたがボードに立つのが難しい様でした。
そして帰りながらチーズバーガーを頂きました。途中温かいお茶やスナック菓子やジュースも出ました。
今回は3回もチャレンジしたので時間が無く着替える時間も無かったので、皆水着のままバスに乗りホテルに帰りました。
バスの中はクーラーがガンガンに効いてて寒かったです。
普段は広めのトイレで着替えるようです。
体験談の中には厳しい口調のガイドだった事も書かれていますが、私達は日本人男性のガイドさんでとても良かったです。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/18 |
Reviewed by: ハマー
You can swim with dolphins! It's tougher than you might imagine because they are wild animals. There are many challenging aspects, but it was a great tour that provided a lot of enjoyment.
イルカと一緒に泳げます!
想像以上に泳げないと厳しいです。だって相手が野生なので。
色々と厳しいポイントも多いですが、色々と楽しませてくれるいいツアーでした。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Marisa
Timely pick-up, great folks, and tasty food. Oh, and did I mention dolphins! I thoroughly enjoyed myself and can say that this is by far the best dolphin snorkel I've been on. I got my gear within 5 minutes of check-in and put in my lunch choice. Dolphin Excursions is an educationally based tour company and some of the people there are marine biologists. They seemed to read the behavior of the dolphins very well. The baby spinner dolphins are super cute! This is a great time of year because the dolphins are having babies so they are fun to watch. We went out about 3 times to snorkel, twice with the dolphins so close. I have never seen so many dolphins with me in the water, and you can even hear them 'singing' before you see them. When we got back, lunch was already made. The food is great at Spinner's Cafe, and the people are courteous. I had a great time and can say that many others did as well.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/22 |
Reviewed by: ピーチ
First day at Iruka University! This time, the staff was very energetic and taught us a lot about the ocean, so thank you for the enjoyable time!
When searching for dolphins, we were ready to go as soon as we spotted them! At first, it felt a bit intense until we got used to it, but they really helped us encounter wild dolphins, and we were able to see a large pod with our own eyes. When I submerged my ears in the water, I could clearly hear the dolphins' calls, which was incredibly exciting!
At Ryugu Castle, a wild honu (sea turtle) came within 50 centimeters, and I was so thrilled to be able to touch it! I was desperately trying to stay still on the surface, but the honu gracefully dove without touching me, making it a very rare experience! On the boat, there was no time to be bored, and I had a fulfilling and fun day. I definitely want to participate again next time!
One disappointing thing was that there were professional photographers taking pictures, and when I purchased the data ($60), I received photos of all participants, but I had fewer pictures than other families. It felt a bit disappointing since I paid the same amount as others. I think participants should definitely approach the photographers and ask for more photos!
いるか大学初登校!今回はスタッフの皆さんとても元気で海のあれこれたくさん教えてもらって楽しぃ時間をありがとうございました!
イルカ探しは、見つけ次第すぐスタンバイ!慣れるまでスパルタ感に思ってしまいましたが(^^)野生のイルカとの遭遇に一生懸命引っ張って行ってくださってしっかりイルカの大群を目で見られたし海中に耳を浸けているとキューキューキューてイルカの鳴き声もしっかり聞けて大感激⭐︎^o^
竜宮城では野生のホヌさんが50センチの近距離まできて触れたらヤバイ!って必死に水面でじっとしていたのですがホヌさんが、スゥーッと触れることなく無事潜ってくれたり〜とっても貴重な体験が出来ました!船の上ではぼーっとしてる暇はなくとても充実した楽しい1日を過ごせました、次もまた参加したいですね!
残念なのは一つプロカメラマン方もいらっしゃって撮ってくださっていたのですが、データ購入(60ドル)してみてみたら参加者全員のデータをいただきましたが他の家族の撮影枚数より少なく、他の方と同じ額払ってるのに…と少し残念な感じでした。参加される方は、ぜひぜひ積極的にカメラマンに近寄って撮ってもらった方が得!と思います^_^
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/02 |
Reviewed by: drak
The lecture began in the car heading to the ship, and the children seemed somewhat intimidated by the stern instructor. The crowded car was silent. The strict guidance from the instructor continued on board the ship as well. I wonder if they learned not to underestimate the sea.
船へ向かう車内から講義が始まり、厳しい口調の教官に対して子供たちはやや萎縮気味に。満員の車内はシーンとしていました。船内でも教官の厳しい指導が続きました。海をなめてはいけないという教育にはなったかな。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/27 |
Reviewed by: Chelsea Lee
It was bloody amazing. So worth the money. Do it, you won't regret it.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/09 |
Reviewed by: akotomu
I love Hawaii and go there 1 to 2 times every year. This was my second time participating in the activity of swimming with wild dolphins. Last time (with a different company), I was able to swim with a pod of dolphins, which was incredibly moving, and this time I enrolled in Dolphin University.
Not only can you swim with dolphins, but you can also enjoy malasadas, see sea turtles, and if you wish, you can do kayaking as well (they prioritize your preferences without any pressure). I was truly satisfied.
On the boat, they played the ukulele and sang songs, and performed hula dance; it was the best experience I've had so far. I think everyone, from first-timers to repeat visitors, can enjoy this.
At the end, the pod of dolphins escorted us back to the harbor and showed us some jumps. Above all, the staff were all very warm, and I definitely want to participate again next year.
ハワイ大好きで、毎年1~2回は行っています。
野生のイルカと泳ぐアクティビティも今回で2回目でした。
前回も(違う会社でしたが)イルカの群れと泳ぐことができ、すごく感動し今回はイルカ大学に入学しました。
イルカと泳ぐだけでなく、マラサダが食べられたり、海ガメがみれたり希望すればカヤック等も出来て(無理強いすることなく希望を優先にしてくれます)本当に大満足でした。
船上でウクレレを演奏して歌を歌ってくれたり、フラダンスを踊ってくれたり、今まで参加した中でも1番でした。
ハワイ初めての方から、リピーターの方まで皆さんが楽しめると思います。
最後はイルカの群れが港まで送ってくれ、ジャンプも見せてくれました。
何より、スタッフの方が皆さんあたたかくて来年も是非参加させて頂きたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/09 |
Reviewed by: momi
I participated alone, and at the time I joined, there was no one else participating alone. However, the guide really took care of me, which made me happy. I was able to swim with dolphins just as the title promised, and I also encountered sea turtles.
On the boat during the transfers, the staff really got everyone excited, and I didn't have a moment of boredom; it truly became a wonderful memory. Although there were only Japanese participants, I felt very embarrassed as no one gave a tip despite how well we were treated.
There are cultural differences, but since I was in America, experiencing the local culture is part of the joy of traveling. I hope people can understand that it's not about thinking "tips are a waste," but rather experiencing a culture where showing appreciation with money is valued. If you enjoyed your experience, please be sure to give a tip!
私は一人で参加したんですが、私が参加した時は、他に一人で参加した人はいませんでした。ですが、ガイドさんはとっても私のことをケアしてくれて、うれしかったです。
まさしくイルカと一緒に泳ぐ事ができたし、タイトルどおりウミガメとも出会えました。
移動中の船上では、スタッフの方が思いっきり盛り上げてくれましたし、暇することも無く本当にいい思い出になりました。
日本人ばかりの参加だったのですが、こんなに良くしてくれたのに、誰一人チップをあげている人がいなくて、いち日本人としてとても恥ずかしくなりました。
文化の違いもありますが、アメリカに行ったんだから現地の文化を堪能する事も旅の醍醐味ですので「チップ代もったいない」と思わず、気持ちをお金で見せる文化だという事を体感してほしいです。
参加した方は、良かったと思ったら是非チップをあげてください!!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/16 |
Reviewed by: UAUA
This was my second time participating, so I boarded the ship feeling reassured that it would be fun. However, the crew's energy and the differences in the ship I boarded meant it wasn't as exciting as I had expected. If I hadn't had the first experience, I would have rated it as enjoyable.
However, if this had been my first time, I might not consider repeating it.
今回は2度目の参加のため、きっと楽しいと安心しながら乗船しました。
ただ、なんというかクルーの方々のテンションや乗り込んだ船の違いもあって思っていたほど盛り上がりませんでしたが、一度目の経験がなければ楽しいという評価になったはずです。
ただ、今回が初めてであればリピートはしないかもしれないです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/14 |
Reviewed by: madoka
I was worried about the weather, but we were blessed with very nice weather, to the point where I was concerned about getting sunburned.
On the day of the event, the schedule was so packed that I barely had time to sleep. We had about an hour of travel time, but it was enjoyable thanks to the lively talk from the student council president.
Also, it was lucky to have Leonard's malasadas along the way. Honestly, I wanted to buy about three of them at my own expense. More than half of the participants rented wetsuits, and of course, I rented one too. It helped prevent sunburn, and since I'm not a strong swimmer, the added buoyancy was a great help.
They also provided zippers so we could take home cheeseburgers, which was very convenient. The dolphins were a bit far away, but we were excited to spot a pod. Fortunately, we also got to see baby sea turtles, which made me very happy.
I truly understood why it's called Ryugu-jo (Dragon Palace). I definitely want to participate again next time. Thank you for the wonderful time!
天気が心配でしたが、大変良い天気に恵まれ日焼けが心配なほどでした。
当日は、暇で寝る暇もないほどのスケジュールです。
移動中1時間ほどありましたが、生徒会長の軽快なトークの説明で楽しい時間でした。
また、途中レナーズのマラサダはラッキーでした。
正直実費で3個ぐらい買いたいぐらいでした。
参加者の半分以上がウェットスーツをレンタルしてました。
もちろん私もレンタルしました。
日焼け防止にもなるし、泳ぎが得意ではないので浮力がまして大変助かりました。チーズバーガーも持ち帰りが出来るようにジッパーを用意してくれてたので助かりました。
イルカは少し遠かったですが群れを発見して興奮でした。ラッキーなことに海がめの赤ちゃんにも会えて大変嬉しかったです。
本当に竜宮城いう名が分かりました。
是非、次回も参加させていただきたいと思いました。
最高の時間をありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Tracey
Me and my two kids (20 and 21) went on this excursion with Mandy, Jenn and Allie (photographer)! This was the absolute best part of our trip. We enjoy snorkeling and had already visited Hanauma Bay - but this is 100x better than that.
We were fortunate to see bottle-nose dolphins as well as spinner dolphins and snorkel with all of them. Plus sea turtles, crabs and even an eel. Super clear water - absolutely wonderful. Perfect even for younger kids. Well worth the price - top notch crew!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/27 |
Reviewed by: おやこ
I participated with my mother!
It was my first time in Hawaii, and I was immediately impressed by the beauty of the ocean. ☆
As soon as we set sail from the harbor, we saw a pod of about 30 dolphins swimming nearby, which made me very happy! After entering the water twice to swim with the dolphins, we also had time to see beautiful fish and do some sea kayaking, which was very fulfilling.
The staff were very cheerful and attentive, making for a fun experience. My mother stayed on the boat and didn't enter the water, but she was very pleased that the captain gave her bread to attract the beautiful fish.
The boat didn't rock too much, but if you're prone to seasickness, it might be a good idea to take medication beforehand.
The staff were also very caring towards those who did get seasick, which was very reassuring.
I would love to participate again when I visit Hawaii next time!
母と二人で参加しました!
初ハワイだったのですが海のキレイさにまず感動☆
港から出港してすぐ近くにイルカちゃん達が泳いでいて、30頭くらいの群れを目にすることができ大満足でした!!二回イルカを見るために海に入り近くで泳いだ後、ポイントを変えてキレイな魚を見たりシーカヤックをする時間も設けてありボリュームたっぷり。
スタッフのみなさんはとても明るく気遣いも素晴らしく楽しい時間を過ごせました。母は海に入らず船の上で過ごしていましたが、その間も船長さんがパンをくださってキレイな魚を呼んでみせてくれたりと楽しませてもらったととても喜んでいました。
船はそんなに揺れませんでしたが、船酔いしやすい方は薬を事前に服用した方がよいかもしれません。
船酔いした方にもスタッフの方たちがきちんと介抱されていて、とても好感がもてました。
またハワイにいく際には参加したいと思います!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/07 |
Reviewed by: 旅行大好き☆
I had a great time meeting Dolphin Sensei right away! However, it was really cold, so something to wear over your clothes is a must!
すぐにイルカ先生に出会うことができて楽しかったです!ただすごく寒かったので羽織れるものは必須ですね!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/25 |
Reviewed by: Marisa
I was picked up on time by Randi as soon as I got to the hotel. I was a little early, but it worked out so I wouldn't have to wait forever as the driver Randi was already waiting. She was very courteous and a nice person to talk story with on such a long drive. As soon as we got there, it was such a pretty place! When I checked in. Chyanne was very polite and made sure that I was taken care of. Austin the captain of the boat got everyone on as smoothly as possible. The boat ride was great and the Waianae coastline is wonderful. We stopped next to the Aloha Factory which was a perfect snorkel spot. There were tons of tropical fish and cool things to see. The next snorkel spot was a little farther north and we saw so many dolphins! They were swimming next to the boat. We waded around in the water and the dolphins came close by. It was amazing! I could here the little dolphin songs underwater when there were a lot of them around. We had an awesome photographer Barnabus who made all of us look pretty in our pictures. While I did have a camera, it's a lot better to have him take your photos. After all, this really is the experience of a lifetime, so looking pretty is necessity. When we got back, I was greeted with a wonderful lunch of a pulled pork sandwich, fresh fruit salad, and chips. If I could I would give the dolphin watch tour 10 stars! I highly recommend!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/25 |
Reviewed by: うさあや
It became a lifelong memory☆☆
We were so moved when a large group of dolphins swam beneath us!!
The guide, who was a very cheerful lady, made it a lot of fun!!
一生の思い出になりました☆☆
自分たちの、下にイルカの群れが沢山通り過ぎて行ってすっっっっごく感動しました!!
案内をしてくれた、お姉さんもとても元気で楽しかったです!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/17 |
Reviewed by: Forrest
Husband and daughter loved this trip. It was the highlight of our vacation. This is our 2nd catamaran trip from this harbor but first time with this company. Staff was top notch: knowledgeable about dolphin conservation, friendly, professional. Exceptional all around. My daughter snorkeled with a staff member and he swam to the bottom to get her a shell, cleaned it properly and gave it to her. Husband loved the bar. Only gripe: a lower price should be charged for all under 21 yrs old since they don't get alcohol like the adults do but pay the same price.
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| Packages: | Waikiki Pick-Up |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/29 |
Reviewed by: Yoko
I came to Hawaii as part of my work and participated in a dolphin tour that I had been interested in for a while during my free time. The meeting time was early at 6 AM, but I was able to swim not only with dolphins but also with sea turtles and fish, and I got to experience kayaking as well. Additionally, there was a mini lesson for hula dancing that I could join! It was a half-day tour, and the staff were cheerful and it was a lot of fun. I definitely want to participate again. If I had to mention something, the tour photos were available for purchase on a USB for $60, but when I looked at them later, I realized there weren't many of my photos, so while it was a nice keepsake, I felt it wasn't necessary to buy them.
仕事の一環でハワイに来て、自由時間に以前から興味のあるドルフィンツアーに参加しました。朝6時集合と早いですが、ドルフィンだけでなく、ウミガメや魚と一緒に泳ぐことができましたし、カヤックなども体験できます。それから、フラの体験ミニレッスンにも参加できます!半日のツアーですが、スタッフも明るくて楽しかったです。ぜひ、また参加したいです。敢えて言うなら、ツアーの写真をUSBで60ドルで購入できるのですが、後で見たら自分の写真はあまりなかったので、記念にはなりますが購入の必要はなかったかなと思いました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/26 |
Reviewed by: mio.y
According to our guide, there are times when you might not see them, but on the day we participated, we immediately spotted dolphins as soon as we got on the boat! We quickly got ready and headed out to sea. We were able to see a wild mother and baby dolphin playing and swimming close enough to reach out to them. We encountered dolphins 2 or 3 more times after that, and we were very satisfied. We also had an encounter with a sea turtle.
ガイドさんの話では見れない場合もあるとのことでしたが、私たちが参加した日は船にのってすぐにイルカが!すぐに準備して海へ。手のとどきそうな場所を野生のイルカの親子が戯れながら泳いでいく様子がみれました。その後も2~3回イルカと遭遇でき、大満足です。ウミガメとも遭遇できました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was our family's first trip to Hawaii. Since it was highly recommended in every guidebook, we enrolled in Dolphin University.
It takes just under an hour to get from Waikiki to the harbor, but thanks to the cheerful conversation from the driver, we arrived in no time.
I recommend trying the malasadas from Leonard's Bakery.
I forgot to bring my motion sickness medication to the hotel, but a kind family who was also on the trip shared some with me, which helped ease my seasickness a bit. However, I think motion sickness medication is essential.
It was a wonderful time swimming with dolphins and seeing turtles.
家族では始めてのハワイ旅行。
どのガイドブックにも載っていて評判が良さそうだったのでイルカ大学に入学してきました。
ワイキキから港まで一時間弱かかりますが運転手の陽気な会話にあっという間に着きました。
レナーズベーカリーのマラサダも食べられるのはオススメです。
酔い止めの薬をホテルへ忘れてきてしまいましたが同乗した他の優しい家族連れの方に頂き船酔いが少しばかり緩和されましたが酔い止め薬、必須だと思います。
イルカと一緒に泳げたり亀が見れたりと素晴らしい時間でした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/20 |
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