All Reviews for Ko Olina Resorts

I was able to see dolphins perfectly in the beautiful, crystal-clear sea like a pool! The staff dove in and took pictures of sea turtles with my waterproof camera. It's a memory I'll cherish for a lifetime. Thank you! The staff were kind and cheerful, and everyone was happy to take commemorative photos. The dolphin plush toys they gave as souvenirs to the kids were so cute that I want to participate again when I have children! (laughs)

プールのように透き通ったきれいな海で親子イルカがバッチリ見れました！
私が持参した防水カメラで、スタッフの方が潜ってウミガメの写真を撮ってくれました。一生の思い出です。ありがとうございます！優しくて陽気なスタッフさん達でみんな気軽に記念撮影もしてくれました。
キッズにお土産で渡していたイルカのぬいぐるみがとても可愛かったので子供ができたらまた参加したいです！(笑)

We had an amazing time. Would recommend to anyone. Fun for all ages

I participated with ten colleagues. While I slightly regretted not choosing the ranch tour instead of the dolphin cruise, it turned out to be the right choice.

Waking up early was tough, but I took motion sickness medication and wore a seasickness wristband (which I bought on the bus for $20, thinking it would be worth it if I could use it multiple times), and I felt great. The weather was nice, and we encountered dolphins early on. Although they sometimes swim away, they came quite close, allowing us to see them well. After that, we were able to swim near a large turtle, which was an amazing experience.

Before swimming, we sang a song to pray for safety and threw flowers together. The crew's singing and Hawaiian dance were also great, and the hamburgers and chips we had on the boat were delicious. I found the chips at the airport on the way back and bought some as souvenirs.

On the last day, I arranged to meet with one of the crew members, Mai, to experience yoga in the park. I definitely want to go back to Hawaii to see the dolphins again. I highly recommend it!

　仕事仲間１０人で参加しました。牧場ツアーとドルフィンクルーズのどちらかを選ぶ時に牧場にすれば良かったかなと少々、後悔しながらの参加でしたが、こちらにして正解でした。
　朝早いのは辛かったのですが、酔い止め薬も飲み、船酔いのリストバンド（２０ドル、何回でも使えるなら良いかと思ってバスで購入）も良かったのか体調もばっちりで、お天気も良く、早い段階でイルカに遭遇でき、逃げてしまう事もあるそうですが、近寄ってくるぐらい近くまできて、しっかり見ることができました。その後、大きな亀さんとも蹴ってしまいそうなぐらい近くで泳ぐ事もでき、本当に良い体験ができました。
　泳ぐ前に無事を祈る歌を歌ってお花をみんなで投げたり、クルーの方の歌やハワイアンダンスも良かったし、船の上で食べたハンバーガーもチップスも美味しくて、チップスは帰りに空港で見つけて、お土産に買って帰りました。
　クルーの一人のmaiさんとは、最終日にヨガの待ち合わせをして、公園でヨガも体験する事ができました。
　また、ハワイに行ったら、イルカに会いに行きたいと思います。本当にお薦めです。

I was able to swim close to wild dolphins! And it was just about 5 to 10 minutes after we set sail! I was surprised! I had some anxiety, but thanks to the guide's careful instructions, I was able to fully enjoy the experience! It became the best memory!

野生のイルカと近くで泳ぐことができました！しかも、出航して5〜10分ぐらいで！びっくり！不安もありましたが、ガイドさんの丁寧な案内でしっかり楽しむことができました！最高の思い出になりました！

My wife and I booked the magnum experience w/out a landing and doors! We absolutely loved the 60 minute flight and am very glad we didn't book a short flight. The staff were very nice and easy to work with. The pilot (Ky....?) was amazing!! He provided great information about the island and where we were at. He honored every request we had and kept the flight interesting! My wife is terrified of flying but sat between the pilot and me. She loved the experience! This is the ONLY way to view Oahu! Fantastic job by Paradise and very thankful to be so blessed with this opportunity. We will definitely ensure ton fly with Paradise again! If you are in Oahu and reading this comment- just do it! It's just money. I promise the cost will provide a lifetime of priceless memories. Kids would also enjoy the helicopter flight. Thank you so much to Paradise for a truly unforgettable and smooth experience.

From the start, just 10 minutes?! We encountered a pod of dolphins! We were able to meet a group of wild dolphins! The guide was fluent in Japanese, which made it very easy to understand and was really great!

スタート開始から、10分？！
イルカの群れに遭遇ヽ(*＾ω＾*)野生のイルカの群れと会うことができました！ガイドさんも日本語ペラペラでわかりやすくとてもよかったです！

I was able to experience almost all the pool attractions, and it was fun! Since there are almost no clocks, I thought having a waterproof watch would be reassuring. Also, make sure to apply plenty of sunscreen, or you'll end up regretting it later... crying. For lunch, it was a BBQ buffet, but there were fewer options than I expected. The all-you-can-drink was really great! I want to go again next time! ★

プールのアトラクションはほとんど体験することができて、楽しかったです！
時計がほぼないので、防水の時計があると安心かなと思いました。
あとは、日焼け止めはたっぷり塗らないと後から悲惨なことになります・・・泣
お昼御飯はBBQビュッフェとのことでしたが、種類も少なく期待とは少し違った感じでした。
ドリンク飲み放題はとてもよかったです！
また次回も行きたいです★

I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles clearly with my own eyes! I was especially thrilled to see the sea turtles up close and even swim with them. I also encountered a pod of dolphins several times, but they were too fast for me to get close… However, I could always hear their "kyu kyu" sounds, which was very soothing even when I got tired from swimming. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii.

イルカもウミガメも肉眼でしっかり見れました！
特にウミガメはかなり近くで見て、一緒に泳げたので、めちゃくちゃうれしかったです。
イルカも何度か群れに曹禺できたのですが、泳ぐのが早いため、近づく事はできませんでした…
ただ、「キュキュ」という鳴き声が常に聞こえてきてたので、泳ぎ疲れた時でもかなり癒されます♡
次にハワイに行く時も、必ず参加したいです。

I had always dreamed of swimming in a sea with dolphins, so I decided to enroll in Dolphin University, which offers many activities.

The meeting time was early, just past 6 AM, and while I felt a bit sleepy, I was excited.

On the bus, the Japanese staff provided explanations in Japanese about safety precautions in case of emergencies and how to use the snorkeling masks, which was reassuring.

I also learned how to deal with seasickness, and then we set sail! The sea breeze was cold during the ride, so I recommend bringing a jacket. Also, since the boat gets quite wet, it's essential to either bring a bag that can get wet or waterproof gear.

The sea was truly beautiful, with incredibly high visibility underwater! We set off on the boat and performed a ceremony to pray for the safety of E Ho Mai, releasing plumeria flowers into the sea. It was a blessed day with perfect weather. We encountered a lot of dolphins unexpectedly. I had heard that seeing wild dolphins depends on luck, but I was fortunate. I am grateful for such a wonderful day, and I even got to see a sea turtle.

Snorkeling was thrilling as I saw many beautiful fish.

The staff entertained us by diving and making bubble rings. On the way back to the boat harbor, we enjoyed hamburgers, snacks, and drinks. It seemed that the equipment was malfunctioning that day, so we didn't have hula, but it was still very fulfilling.

I received a bag as a substitute for a diploma and headed home. It was truly a fun time. Ahalo!

イルカのいる海で泳ぐのが憧れでしたのでアクティビティが多いイルカ大学に入学を決めました。

集合時間が６時過ぎと早く、眠いな～と思いつつも楽しみでした。

バスの中では日本人スタッフから非常時の際の注意事項や、シュノーケルマスクの使い方などを日本語で説明を受けるので安心でした。

船酔いの対処方法も聞きいざ出港！！移動中海風が寒いので上着をオススメですね。後は、船の中は水びたしになるので、濡れてもいいバックでいくか、防水グッズは必須です。

海は本当にキレイでした。海の中も透明度がものすごく高い！ボートで出発してE Ho Maiの安全を祈る儀式でプルメリアを海に。
この日は本当に恵まれた日で、天気は最高。
イルカもいきなり沢山遭遇しました。
野生のイルカなのでその辺は運次第ときいていましたが幸運でした。
恵まれた日で感謝です。海カメまで見れました。
シュノーケルはたくさんのキレイな魚が見れて興奮。

スタッフさんが潜ってバブルリング作って見せてくれたりと、盛り上げてくれます。
ボートハーバーに戻る間にハンバーガーとスナック＆ドリンクを頂き、この日は機械の調子が悪かったようでフラはなくなりましたが、とても充実していました。

卒業証書かわりのバッグを頂いて帰路へ。
本当に楽しい時間になりました。ahalo!

Swimming with dolphins in the ocean has always been my dream, so I enrolled in a university with many activities after debating between middle school and university. The meeting time is early at 6 AM. I've heard that dolphins are still sleepy at that time!

They say Hawaiians are laid-back with time, but the tour bus is punctual, so I think it's best to gather at least 10 minutes before the meeting time. On the bus, we watch an English DVD about safety precautions and how to use the snorkeling mask, but we receive explanations in Japanese later, which is reassuring.

Follow the rules and enjoy the activities! For ocean activities, I recommend wearing a jacket because it can get chilly with the sea breeze while moving on the boat. Also, the boat can get wet, so bring a bag that you don’t mind getting wet or waterproof gear.

The coastline to Waianae is truly beautiful, and the water is very clear! We set off on the boat and performed a ceremony for safety, offering plumeria flowers to the sea. It was a blessed day with perfect weather. We saw so many dolphins on our second try. After being in the water for a while, we watched excited dolphins swimming around us repeatedly. Since they are wild dolphins, it’s all about luck. I’m grateful for such a fortunate day, and we even saw a turtle.

While snorkeling, I saw many beautiful fish. I took off my life jacket and swam among the fish! The staff dove in and made bubble rings, adding to the excitement. I chose this university because of the long duration and the opportunity to do SUP. I managed to stand up!

On the way back to the boat harbor, we had hamburgers and drinks. It seemed like the equipment was having some issues that day, but there was still hula. Upon arriving at the port, we wanted to do some sightseeing on the west coast, so we disbanded locally. We received eco-bags as a substitute for diplomas and, with permission, disbanded locally. After that, we took The Bus to Mermaid Cave.

The staff advised us to be careful due to safety concerns. Thank you for your consideration! This university is the best! I would love to participate again when I come back to Hawaii. It was the best activity I participated in! Mahalo!

イルカのいる海で泳ぐのが夢でしたので、中学と大学迷ってアクティビティが多い大学に入学。
集合時間が６時と早いです。イルカが寝ぼけてるうちに、と何かで聞いたことがあります！
Hawaiianは時間にルーズだと言いますが、ツアーバスは時間厳守で迎えに来て頂けるので、集合時間10分前には集まっていた方が良いと思います。
バスの中では英語のDVDで非常時の際の注意事項や、シュノーケルマスクの使い方などを見ますが、後から日本語で説明を受けるので安心です。
ルールを守って楽しくアクティビティ！
海のアクティビティは船移動中海風が寒いので上着をオススメ！後は、船の中は水びたしになるので、濡れてもいいバックでいくか、防水グッズをお忘れなく。
Waianaeまでの海岸線は本当にキレイです。海の中も透明度が高い！ボートで出発してE Ho Maiの安全を祈る儀式でプルメリアを海に。
この日は本当に恵まれた日で、天気は最高。
イルカも２回目のトライにはたーくさん。しばらく海に入って何回も私たちの下を泳いでいくのを見て、興奮したイルカ達が回りを何回もグルグル泳いでいてくれました。
野生のイルカなのでその辺は運次第。
恵まれた日で感謝です。カメまで見れました。
シュノーケルはたくさんのキレイな魚が見れました。
ライフジャケットを脱いで潜って魚の中を泳ぐ！
スタッフさんが潜ってバブルリング作って見せてくれたりと、盛り上げてくれます。
大学を選んだのは時間が長いのと、SUPができるから。
なんとか立てました！
ボートハーバーに戻る間にハンバーガーとドリンク頂き、この日は機械の調子が悪かったようですがフラがあります。
港につき、私たちは西海岸観光がしたかったので現地解散。卒業証書かわりのエコバッグを頂いて、許可を得た上で私たちだけ現地解散。その後THe BusでMermaid Cave に。
スタッフの方には治安が悪いので気をつけるようによく言われました。
お気遣いありがとうございました！
大学最高！またハワイに来た際は参加したいです。
参加したアクティビティで1番でした！Mahalo!

After looking at other reviews and some deliberation, I decided to go with this tour, and I was extremely satisfied!!

Since the entire tour is in English, it might be tough for those who only speak Japanese. We participated because we were abroad and wanted to experience it. There’s a lot of fun that can be conveyed through the atmosphere, so if you’re okay with not understanding every detail, it’s totally fine!

The bus guide was very good at keeping the energy up, and even when I couldn’t catch everything, I understood the vibe.

Once we arrived, there was a brief explanation of the food and drinks, and then we headed to the venue. The venue was outdoors, and it got a bit chilly as the sun went down, so I was glad I brought a light jacket.

There were optional activities and craft corners in Hawaii, and after a little while, the main event started! There was a whole pig roast performance, but I couldn’t get close enough to see it well. The buffet-style food included Hawaiian dishes and cakes, and it was delicious.

The show featured various performances, including hula and fire dancing, so it was never boring. There were also performances that involved bringing audience members on stage, which made it even more exciting. By the way, we were on our honeymoon, and there was a wonderful surprise during the stage performance that truly made us happy. If you’re on your honeymoon or celebrating an anniversary, I highly recommend it!

Overall, I was very satisfied, so I gave it five stars, but as I mentioned at the beginning, this is only for those who are okay with the entire tour being in English.

他の口コミも見つつ、悩んだ末にこのツアーにしましたが、大満足でした！！

基本的に全編英語の為、日本語じゃないと…という方には辛いかもしれません。私たちは折角海外なので…と参加しました。雰囲気で伝わってくる楽しさもありますし、細部まで分からなくても大丈夫という方なら全然ok！

バスガイドさんの盛り上げ方もとても上手で、聞き取れない時も雰囲気で分かりました。

着いたら簡単なご飯とドリンクの説明があり、会場へ。会場は屋外で、日が暮れると少し肌寒く羽織りを持っていて正解でした。

自由参加のハワイの遊びやクラフトコーナーがあり、少ししてから本編スタート！豚の丸焼きパフォーマンスがありましたが、前の方に行けずあまり見えませんでした。
バイキング形式のご飯ではハワイならではの料理やケーキもあり、美味しかったです。

ショーはフラからファイヤーダンス等色々で、飽きません。観客を舞台に上げてのパフォーマンスもあり、さらに盛り上がりました。
ちなみに私たちはハネムーンでしたが、このステージパフォーマンスで素敵なサプライズがあり、本当に嬉しかったです。ハネムーン、記念日の方は是非！

全体を通して、とても大満足でしたので星5つにしましたが、初めに書いた通り、前提として全編英語でも問題無い方に限ります。

We gathered at Hilton at 6 AM, and they seemed to have picked us up about 10 minutes earlier. When we went, the order of pickups was Prince → Hilton → Sheraton.

After about an hour's drive, we arrived at Waianae Harbor. We were supposed to board a medium-sized boat and head out, but on that day, we were lucky enough to encounter dolphins in the shallows.

As we spotted dolphins in the distance, we hurried to get ready and jumped into the water. For those who can't swim or aren't very comfortable in the ocean, falling from the boat might be a bit scary. Hang in there!

After floating for a while, a pod of dolphins came by at intervals. The sea was very clear that day, and we could see them much more clearly than the last time we saw them. The dolphins would swim away and then come back or get close to us; it was truly a lucky day.

After saying goodbye to the dolphins and getting back on the boat, it was time for turtle snorkeling! Previously, we had seen two turtles of different sizes swimming together, but this time we only saw one medium-sized turtle. Two participants even touched the turtle, which was surprising...

After enjoying about 15 minutes of that, we split into those who would continue with stand-up paddleboarding & boating and those who would continue snorkeling. Since stand-up paddleboarding and boating can also be done at the hotel, we chose to continue snorkeling.

I was a bit disappointed thinking we might only see one turtle today, but after believing and waiting, we ended up seeing about 4 to 5 turtles in turn. I think we snorkeled for about 30 minutes. It was great to have so much time for snorkeling.

When everyone got back on the boat, lunch was served: cheeseburgers, juice, and snacks. The cheeseburgers were regular-sized and tasted average.

After that, we all danced the hula, which turned out to be surprisingly fun. I have participated in dolphin encounters before, but since this included snorkeling and hula dancing, I think I would choose the university program again next time.

ヒルトンは朝6時に集合、10分前には迎えに来ていたみたいです。私達のときはプリンス→ヒルトン→シェラトンの順で送迎でした。
そこから一時間ほど車に乗り、ワイアナエハーバーへ。中型のボートに乗り、沖へ…となる予定でしたが、この日は運良く浅瀬の方でイルカに出会えました。
少し先に見えるイルカを目で追いながら急いで準備をし、海に飛び込みます。
泳げない人や海にあまり慣れていない人は船から海に落ちるのが少し怖いかもしれません。頑張って！
しばらく浮いて待っていると、イルカの群れが数個時間差でやってきました。海がとても透明な日で、以前見たときより数倍はっきり見えました。
イルカが向こうに行ったと思ったらまた帰ってきたり、近くに来てくれたり、本当に運が良かった日でした。
イルカたちを見送って船に上がり、今度はウミガメシュノーケル！以前は大小２匹が一緒に泳いでいたのですが、この日は中くらい１匹を皆で見ました。ツアー参加者で二人、ウミガメに触っている人がいました。びっくり…。。
皆で15分楽しんだあとはスタンダップパドル&ボート組とシュノーケル続行組に別れました。
スタンダップパドルとボートはホテルでもできるので、シュノーケル続行組にしました。
今日はウミガメ１匹かな、と少し残念でしたが、ひたすら信じて待っていたところ、計4～5匹ほど順番に現れてくれました。計30分くらいはシュノーケルしたと思います。時間的にたくさんシュノーケルできて良かったです。
皆が船に上がるとランチのチーズバーガー・ジュース・スナックが出ました。チーズバーガーは普通サイズで味も普通。
そのあとはフラダンスを皆で踊り、これが意外と楽しかったです。
イルカ中学にも参加したことがありますが、シュノーケルの長さとフラダンスがあるので次参加する場合はまた大学の方を選ぶと思います。

Had a great time! Really fun people and a really funny and exciting show. Had a great time and delicious food and so many exciting activities and souvenirs. Everyone there is pleasant and it's worth the deals they have online!!

I have been to a number of Luau's on Oahu and this one is by far the best, mostly due to the brilliant 'Chief' who will keep you laughing throughout the evening. The food is excellent, the Hawaiian dancing is magical, the fire dance is spectacular, the whole evening is just total enjoyment from beginning to end. A show not to be missed.

We had a bit of anxiety as adults, but we were able to enjoy ourselves without any issues! With the day pass and shuttle plan, I was worried about lunch, but for just under $10, there were hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza. We ordered the hamburger combo, and it was delicious! I'm glad we didn't choose a plan that included lunch. We'll definitely come back when we visit Hawaii again!

大人二人にちょっと不安がありましたが全く問題なく遊べました☆
１日パスと送迎のプランでお昼が心配でしたが10＄弱でハンバーガーやホットドッグ、ピザがあり私達はハンバーガーのコンボを注文。美味しい～♪昼食が付くプランにしなくて良かったと思いました(^^)
ハワイに来たらまた来ます♪

In Hawaii, you might wonder about the pool, but there are attractions like slides that you can't find in Japan, and they were so much fun! I tried them about twice each, haha! I think it's great for those who love attractions!

Also, I took a 30-minute nap on a lounge chair in front of the wave pool, which felt wonderful and made me feel like I was relaxing on the beach. I believe everyone—friends, couples, and families—can enjoy it!

Additionally, the atmosphere and the color of the pool felt different from Japan, giving me a sense of being in a resort, which was very pleasant! Even though it was Golden Week, it wasn't crowded like in Japan, and the wait time was only about five minutes, so everything went smoothly.

Above all, the lifeguards were kind and greeted us with lovely smiles, making it a very comfortable experience. The warmth and smiles of the people in Hawaii are truly wonderful!

The only downside was that some attractions were not operational. I heard there are similar pools in other countries, so if I get the chance, I would definitely like to visit them!

ハワイで、プール？と思うかも知れませんが、日本にはないアトラクションのようなスライダーがあり、とても楽しかったです！だいたい、2回ずつほどチャレンジしました笑！アトラクションが好きな方にはすごくよいと思います！
また、波のプールの前にあるシートで30分ほど、お昼寝をしたのも大変気持ちよく、ビーチでゆっくりしている気分でした。
友達、カップル、家族みんな楽しめると思います！
また、雰囲気やプールの色でしょうか、日本とは違い、リゾートに来たかのような感じでとても気持ちが良かったです！
また、ゴールデンウィークでしたが、日本のように混み合っているわけではなく、並ぶ時間も5分程度と長い待ち時間がないので、スムーズで良かったです。
なにより、監視のお兄さんお姉さんも優しくとても素敵な笑顔であいさつしてくれたりととても心地よく、楽しむことができました！やっぱりハワイの方はあったかくて、笑顔が素敵ですね！
残念だったのは、いくつか動いていないアトラクションがいくつかありました。
他の国にも同じ系列？のプールがあるようでしたので、機会があれば、ぜひ行ってみたいです！

I was really looking forward to this tour because I had heard from a friend who participated that it was great.

On the bus ride from the meeting point to the West Coast, the staff energetically explained the climate of Hawaii and more. They also taught us the differences between mammals and fish in a fun quiz format, and when we encountered dolphins, they explained how to approach them without startling them, which heightened my anticipation even more.

Then, we set sail. When we spotted dolphins, we went closer by boat and swam near them under the guidance of the staff.

There were about 50 dolphins swimming together. We swam just below the surface, so we could see the dolphins swimming above us. I was moved by this first-time experience! And they were wild dolphins. It became an unforgettable moment.

On the way back, we enjoyed cheeseburgers and warm tea on the boat. Eating them while feeling the wind after swimming made them taste even better than usual.

In the end, all the crew members danced hula on the boat to wrap up the tour. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

友人がこのツアーに参加し、とてもよかったときいていたので、とても楽しみにしていました。

集合場所から西海岸までの行きのバスの中、元気いっぱいにスタッフさんがハワイについての気候等の説明もしてくれました。
その他、哺乳類と魚類の違いをクイズ形式でわかりやすく教えてもらったり、イルカに遭遇した時にイルカが驚かないポイントの説明を受け、　一層期待が湧きました。

そして、出港。イルカを見つけると船で近くまで行き、スタッフさんの誘導でイルカの近くまで泳ぎました。

イルカが５０匹ほど群れをつくっていました。イルカの群れよりも海面に近いところを私たちは泳いでいたので、イルカの群れが泳いでいるのを上から見ました。
この初めての体験に感動しました！
しかも野生のイルカです。一生忘れない感動になりました。

帰りの船の中でチーズバーガー、温かいお茶を頂きました。
泳いだ後に船の上で風にあたりながら頂いたので、いつもより格別に美味しかったです。

最後はクルー全員で船の上でフラを踊って終わりました。
とてもいい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

I was able to see dolphins up close. I had my photo taken, but there were people who had many photos for the same price and others who did not, so it would be nice if that could be improved. I thought the staff were cheerful and kind, which made it enjoyable.

イルカを近くで見ることができました。
写真を撮って頂きましたが、同じ金額で沢山写ってる人と、そうでない人といるし、他の人の写真ばかりのUSBを買っても、ちょっと困りますのでその辺は改善していただきたいと思います。
スタッフの皆さんも陽気で親切で楽しめたと思います。

We participated in this tour because we really wanted to see wild dolphins on our honeymoon.

The meeting time was at 5:55 AM, but around 5:20 AM, a Japanese female staff member called our hotel room for a morning call. During that call, she informed us that we needed to wear swimsuits and that if we wanted to rent a wetsuit, it would cost $5 per person, so we needed to have cash on hand.

The participants on the bus were mostly Japanese, with about 20 people in total. Inside the bus, the Japanese staff explained the precautions and how to use the snorkel, which made us feel at ease. They also recommended that those who are prone to motion sickness take medication on the bus. Motion sickness wristbands were available for sale on the bus for $20, but I didn’t buy one. By the way, I got quite seasick during the parasailing the day before, but I didn’t feel sick at all during this dolphin tour.

Finally, we boarded the boat and cruised to the point where the dolphins were located. There were four staff members on board, and they were all very enthusiastic, chatting with us in English, which created a fun atmosphere throughout. Then we finally spotted the dolphins and dove into the sea with our snorkels! We swam close to the dolphins, and there were so many swimming just below me!! Both my husband and I were thrilled to see them up close. Please make sure to bring an underwater camera. I highly recommend participating in this tour.

ハネムーンで、野生のイルカをどうしても見たくて主人と二人で参加しました。

朝5時55分の集合でしたが、5時20分頃に、ホテルの部屋まで日本人の女性のスタッフの方からモーニングコールがありました。その際に水着着用のことと、水中は寒い為、ウエットスーツをレンタルする場合には、一人＄５必要な為、現金が必要な旨連絡がありました。

到着したバスの参加者はほぼ日本人で、２０名くらいがいたと思います。
バスの中で、日本人スタッフの方から注意事項やシュノーケルの使い方など説明があり安心できました。また酔いやすい方は、バスの中で薬を飲むことをお勧めします。バスでは酔い止めのリストバンドも売られていましたが、＄２０のため、私は買いませんでした。ちなみに前日参加したパラセイリングではかなり酔ってしまったのですが、このイルカツアーは全く酔わなかったです。

いよいよ船に乗り、イルカがいるポイントまでクルーズをします。スタッフの方４名いたのですが、皆さんテンションが高く英語で色々と話しかけてくれる為、終始楽しい雰囲気でした。そしていよいよイルカを発見し、シュノーケルをつけて海にダイブします！そしてイルカの近くまでみんなで泳いでいきました。するとそこにはたくさんのイルカたちが私のすぐ下を泳いでいました！！
こんなに間近で見ることができ、主人も私も感激しています。水中カメラは絶対に持参してください。
ぜひ参加をお勧めします。

I participated with my mother during this year's Golden Week! We stayed at Hilton Hawaiian Village, and the pickup location for the shuttle was easy to find within the hotel.

The park opened at 10:30, but the bus arrived quite early, around 9:30. The air conditioning on the bus was too cold, so it might be a good idea to dress warmly even in Hawaii.

After waiting for about 40 minutes, we started going through the gates around 10:15 and headed to the lockers to store our belongings. There was a monitor with instructions in Japanese nearby, and when you made a payment, your locker number was displayed. You can open and close the locker as many times as you want, so it's a good idea to store towels and money that you won't be using.

Half of the park features thrilling slides for adults, while the other half is geared towards children's pools. We were seeking thrills and enjoyed the Island Racer and Tornado rides repeatedly. Because of this, we had plenty of time and didn't feel rushed at all.

However, I was really disappointed that the Shaka ride was closed, as it was something I was looking forward to. There seems to be a hot spa as well, but it was closed at first, and when we passed by on our way out, it was open, which was unfortunate.

As for the pizza we had for lunch, to be honest, it wasn't good... it was cold, and there was no dressing for the salad. When I asked the staff, they pointed to a spot where the only options were ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce. None of those went well with the lettuce or olives, and I couldn't believe it cost $9.49. I wouldn't recommend the pizza.

The weather that day was cloudy with strong winds and occasional rain, but we still managed to enjoy ourselves since we saw some sunny moments!

今年のＧＷの休みを利用して母と参加しました！
ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジに滞在し、送迎のピックアップ場所もそのホテル内とわかりやすかったです。
開園時間は10：30だったのですが大分早い9：30ころにバスが到着。バスが冷房ききすぎで寒かったのでハワイだからと言って薄着だと困るかも。
４０分ほど待って、１０時１５分頃から順次ゲートをくぐり荷物を預けにロッカーへ向かいました。近くに日本語での案内モニターがあり、そこで入金するとロッカー番号が表示されるというシステムです。何度でも開閉可能なので使わないタオルやお金も預けるといいです◎
パーク内の半分は大人も楽しめる絶叫系スライダー、もう半分は子供向けプールというようにわかれており、スリルを求めていた私たちはひたすら半分のアイランド・レーサーやトルネードを楽しんでいました。（笑）そのため時間はたっぷり余り、ゆっくりと回ることもできたので時間も短いとは感じませんでした。
ただ、一番楽しみにしていたシャカがクローズとなっておりとっても残念でした。
ホットスパもあるみたいですが、最初のほうは閉まっており入れないと思ったら帰り際に通ったら開いており残念でした…。
昼食に食べたピザですが、はっきり言っておいしくない…冷めてるし、サラダにはドレッシングがなし。定員さんに聞くと、「あっち」と言われ見てみるとあったのはケチャップ、マスタード、バーベキューソース。レタスやオリーブにはどれも合わず、これに＄9.49もかかるのか、、という感じでした。ピザはおすすめできないです。
当日の天気は曇り空で、風も強くたまに雨も降る微妙なコンディションでしたが晴れ間も見えたので十分楽しめました～

The crew was friendly and knowledgeable! It was great to be able to sail. Out of KoOlina instead of driving into Honolulu! We were lucky enough to get up close and personal on our Snuba dive with a hospitable sea turtle! A+

The tour explanation on the bus was very easy to understand, covering both the geography of Oahu and the ecology of dolphins in a way that even beginners could grasp, which was educational. At this point, my excitement was building, and I arrived at the location feeling thrilled. On the boat, we were already aware of the safety instructions, so it was fun to search for dolphins without any anxiety. We encountered dolphins in no time, and the captain's and staff's guidance was loud and clear, making it easy to hear even while our faces were in the water. I will never forget the sight of dolphins swimming underwater. The sea turtles were amazing too! It was my first time having a turtle swim just a few meters below me suddenly surface and make eye contact as if we were close enough to touch. Then, it swam right next to me, making it feel like I was being played with by the sea turtle. The accompanying camera staff were also delightful, and we enjoyed the experience together. This was the best tour ever! Seriously!!

行きのバス内でのツアーの説明はとても分かりやすく、オアフ島の地理的な面もイルカの生態なども、素人にも理解できる内用で勉強になりました。そしてこの時点でテンションが上がり、ワクワクしながら現地に着きましたよ。船上では既に注意事項を把握していますので、不安無く皆でイルカ探しが出来たのも楽しかったですね。イルカに遭遇する時間もあまりかからず、船長の誘導やスタッフの誘導も大声で聞き取りやすく、水面に顔を浸けていても不安がありませんでした。イルカの水中を泳ぐ姿は生涯忘れないでしょう。ウミガメも最高！数メートル下を泳ぐ亀が突然浮上してきて、手が届きそうな場所で見詰め合ったのは初めてでした。そうかと思うと、今度は真横に泳いでくれたりして、まるでウミカメに遊ばれているようでした。付き添いのカメラスタッフも愉快な方で、一緒に楽しめましたよ。これは最高のツアーでした！マジで！！

One of the activities I absolutely wanted to experience on my trip to Hawaii was dolphin swimming. Since I chose the early morning plan, the meeting time was before 6 AM! I booked it for the latter part of the trip when the effects of jet lag were less, and going to bed early the night before seemed to pay off, as my husband and I, who are usually not morning people, managed to wake up properly. (Maybe we woke up because we were so excited?)

A large bus came to pick us up, and despite the early hour, the staff greeted us cheerfully. After the English explanation on the bus, they kindly provided a detailed explanation in Japanese, which was reassuring.

There were about 20 people that day, roughly half of the maximum of 40. Upon arriving at the port, we were finally ready to set sail! Unfortunately, it seemed there were no dolphins at the first point we headed to, so we had to move to a different location. As a result, the travel time by boat was longer than usual, which meant our snorkeling time was shorter.

When we arrived at the next point, we finally dove into the sea! After swimming for a while, when we turned to the staff's signal… there were so many dolphins!! We could clearly see them swimming right beneath us. We also saw many dolphins during our second dive.

Although the snorkeling time was indeed a bit shorter, we were able to enjoy seeing fish and sea turtles. The boat ride took longer, but it seemed that no one got seasick, and during the travel time, the staff shared various stories and even performed hula, which kept us entertained throughout the tour.

On the way back, I think all the participants were fast asleep! It was just what we needed to recharge a bit.

ハワイ旅行で絶対に体験したいアクティビティのひとつがドルフィンスイムでした。
朝イチのプランを選択したため、集合時間は6時前！時差ボケの影響が少ない旅の後半の日程に予約して、前日早めに寝たのが功を奏したのか、朝は比較的弱い夫婦ですがきちんと起きることができました。（楽しみだったから否応なしに目が覚めたのかも？）
大きなバスのお迎えが来て、早朝にもかかわらずスタッフの方も明るく出迎えていただきました。バスの中で英語での説明が終わった後日本語でも丁寧に説明してくださり、安心でした。
この日は20人ほどで、MAX40人の約半分。
港に到着し、いよいよ出港！最初に向かったポイントでは残念ながらイルカがいなかったようで、急遽違うポイントへ移動することに。そのため普段よりもボートでの移動時間が長くなり、その分シュノーケルの時間が短くなってしまいますと説明がありました。
次のポイントに到着し、ようやく海へダイブ！しばらく泳いでスタッフの方の合図でそちらのほうを向くと…たくさんのイルカが！！自分たちの下を横切っていくのがばっちり見えました。
2回目のダイブでも、たくさんのイルカが見れました。
その後のシュノーケル時間はやはり少し短かったようですが、魚やウミガメも見れて楽しめました。
ボートでの移動時間は長くなりましたが、船酔いするような人はいなかったようですし、移動の間もいろいろなお話をしてくださったり、フラを披露していただいたりと、ツアー中ずっと飽きずに楽しむことができてよかったです。
帰りのバスはたぶん参加者全員爆睡！ちょうど少し疲れもとることができよかったです。

I was able to meet Dolphin-sensei sooner than I expected, and even at such a close distance! I was lucky to unexpectedly meet Whale-sensei as well. It seems like good things are coming, and I felt very happy.

思って以上に　早くイルカ先生と会えて　しかも　とても近い距離で！！
思いがけず　クジラ大先生にも　会えて　ラッキーでした。
いい事　ありそう　とても　ハッピーな気分になりました。

I was anxious about not being able to catch the bus during pickup after reading other reviews, but the driver called my name. (The site mentioned that staff would be wearing blue shirts or holding a sign, but in reality, they were in green shirts and didn’t have any signs.)

We brought two large bath towels and a change of clothes for the two of us, and the small locker was more than enough. Although it was written in Japanese, I was confused about how to use the card, but a nearby guide quickly helped me, which was reassuring. By the way, we were assigned a locker number, and we could access it freely multiple times.

Lunch was not included in our plan, but the hamburgers were around $10 each, which was sufficient. My husband and I ordered one large cola and ended up leaving some behind.

The weather was bad all day, with occasional glimpses of sunshine, but mostly it was raining. The temperature was low, and it was really cold, so the hot water jacuzzi was a blessing. This jacuzzi isn’t very large, and there seems to be a limit on the number of people allowed.

The attractions themselves were thrilling and impressive, and we had a lot of fun. The facilities felt smaller than I expected. There were attractions where we were paired with strangers while participating as a couple. People in line informed us that three-person floats were not allowed on this course, and staff members kindly approached us while we were looking at the map. (Neither my husband nor I speak any English, so we managed everything through atmosphere and gestures!)

Despite the bad weather, the next day, my husband, who hadn’t applied sunscreen, ended up with a red face and shoulders, and I was shocked to see my eyes were sunburned and red! The UV rays in Hawaii were beyond what I imagined! I highly recommend everyone to apply plenty of sunscreen and reapply it frequently!

他の方の口コミを見て、ピックアップの時がわからなくてバスに乗れなかったらどうしようと不安でしたが、ドライバーの方が名前を呼んでくれました。(サイトには青色のシャツまたはプラカードを持っているスタッフが目印と記載されていますが、実際は緑色のシャツでプラカードなどは持っていませんでした。)

ロッカーは夫婦2人で大きいバスタオル2枚と着替えを持っていきましたが小のロッカーで十分でした。日本語でも書いてあったのですがカードの使い方に戸惑ってると、近くにいたガイドの方がすぐに手伝ってくれて安心でした。ちなみに使用するロッカーの番号が割り当てられて、何度も出し入れ自由です。

お昼はついていないプランでしたが、1人10ドルしないぐらいのハンバーガーで十分でした。飲み物も夫とLサイズのコーラーを1個注文して残すぐらいでした。

この日は一日中天気が悪く、時々晴れ間も見えるもののほとんど雨が降ってる状態でした。気温も低くとにかく寒くて寒くて温水ジャグジーが本当に有難かったです。この温水ジャグジー、そんなに大きくなく、人数制限もあるみたいです。

アトラクション自体はスリル満点で迫力があり楽しかったです。思ったより施設は小さく感じました。2人で参加してると知らないペアの人たちと組まされたりするアトラクションもありました。3人用の浮き輪はこのコースはだめだとか並んでる人たちが教えてくれたり、案内図を見ていると係員の人が声をかけてくれたり親切だなと思いました。(私も夫も英語が全く話せないので全部雰囲気とジェスチャーで何とかなりました！！)

こんなにも天気の悪かった日ですが、翌日、日焼け止めを塗っていなかった夫は顔と肩が真っ赤になって、私は目が日に焼けて真っ赤に充血していてびっくりしました！ハワイの紫外線は想像以上でした！みなさん、日焼け止めをたくさん塗って、こまめに塗りなおすことをおすすめします！！

I was supposed to arrive at the venue with plenty of time to spare and pick up my tickets, but I ended up waiting an incredibly long time for the rental car process. Instead of arriving at 10:30, I got there at 11:30. I thought for sure I wouldn't be able to pick up my tickets anymore, but when I explained my situation in my questionable English at the group ticket counter on the right side, they had my tickets waiting for me! I was really happy about that. If anyone else finds themselves in a similar situation, please drive safely and don't worry! Thank you, VELTRA, for your assistance.

余裕をもって現地に到着し、チケットを受け取るはずが、レンタカーの手続きにとんでもなく待たされ、１０：３０現地のところ、１１：３０に到着。
きっともうチケットを受け取ることはできない・・・と思いましたが、むかって右側の団体用？入場券発券カウンターで、あやしい英語力でなんと事情を説明すると、チケットを預かっていて
くれました！！　本当に嬉しかったです。もし、これから利用なさる方で、私共のような状況になってしまっても、安心して安全運転でむかってくださいね！　
VELTRA様、ご対応ありがとうございました。

I had been looking forward to swimming with dolphins for a long time! I was really anxious until I could actually meet them, but after about an hour from Waikiki and 45 minutes by boat, we finally found the dolphins!

My husband was snorkeling for the first time, so he was a bit nervous, but the staff provided thorough explanations, which made us feel at ease. However, once we spotted the dolphins, it was "Jump in!" from the boat, so I jumped in without having time to mentally prepare myself (laughs).

When I saw the pod of dolphins underwater, I was truly excited!! They weren't very close, so it didn't feel like we were swimming together, but I was really happy to see wild dolphins.

Everyone was very friendly, and we had a great time. Since we left early at 6 AM and didn't eat much for breakfast, I was a bit disappointed that I only had one cheeseburger for lunch. I would have liked a bit more volume for lunch! But the cheeseburger was delicious.

I was also really happy to swim with sea turtles. The visibility that day was great, and I was moved by how well we could see the fish and dolphins.

At the end, we all danced the hula, and it became my best memory of the trip to Hawaii!

I told my family that the dolphin tour was amazing, and I’m thinking of participating with them next time! Thank you so much!

イルカと泳げるの⁇ってずっと楽しみにしていました(=´∀｀)人(´∀｀=)
本当に会えるまで不安でいっぱいでしたが
ワイキキから1時間、船で45分くらい？
して、ついにイルカを見つけました(>_<)

旦那さんはシュノーケル初めてだったので
不安でしたが丁寧に説明して頂けるので安心です。
しかしイルカを見つけたら船から
『飛び込めー！』なので心の準備出来ないまま勢いで飛び込みました（笑）


海の中でイルカの群れを見たときは
本当に興奮しました！！
あまり近くでは無かったので
一緒に泳いだという感じではありませんが
野生のイルカを見れるのはとても嬉しかったです。

皆さんとても気さくで楽しく過ごせました。
朝が6時と早いので朝ごはんあまり食べずに行ったのでお昼のチーズバーガー1つだけだったのが少し残念でした(>_<)
もう少しお昼にボリュームがほしいです！
でもチーズバーガーは美味しかったです。

ウミガメとも泳げたのが凄く嬉しかったです。
その日は透明度が良かったのか
魚もイルカもよく見えて感動しました。

さいごは皆さんでフラダンス踊ったり
ハワイ旅行で1番の思い出になりました！

家族にも イルカのツアー凄く良かった！と伝え、今度家族でも参加したいなーと思ってます(*^^*)
本当にありがとうございました(>_<)

We had a great driver. He was very pleasant and informative. We learned a lot. We particularly enjoyed the Bowfin submarine. We had kids ages 8 and 10. It was very interesting. The movie about the history of Pearl Harbor very moving. The USS Mossouri was interesting but made tour a bit long for the kids. I would recommend the shorter tour of heading home after the Arizona Memorial if you have young kids. Submarine was highlight for us for the day.

It took quite a while to see dolphins, as we were on the boat for over an hour without spotting any. As a result, everyone on the boat was fast asleep. I was glad we finally got to see the dolphins, but it was very disappointing that we couldn't enjoy the marine sports or the time with the sea turtles that we were looking forward to. Also, I read that we would be able to have malasadas, but they weren't available this time. I wonder if it's a limited-time offer... Overall, it was fun, and I would like to participate again. However, I realized that whether you can enjoy it or not depends on luck since you're dealing with wild dolphins.

なかなかイルカがいなくて、イルカと出会うまで１時間以上も船に揺られていました。おかげで 船の上ではみんな爆睡。ようやくイルカは見れたので良かったですが、楽しみにしていた、マリンスポーツの時間や、海ガメの時間を取ることが出来ずとても残念でした。 それと、書き込みでは マラサダを頂けるとあったのですが、今回はありませんでした。期間限定なのかな、、、
総合的には 楽しかったのでまた参加したいと思います。ただ、楽しめるかどうかは、自然のイルカ相手なので運次第だと実感しました。

On the last day of my trip, I joined this tour. The meeting time was early in the morning, and I was sleepy, but the guide worked hard to lift everyone's spirits on the bus to the port. They explained the precautions very carefully, so I was able to enjoy the experience without any worries.

We were blessed with good weather on the day, and the boat was stable, so no one got seasick. Once we boarded the boat, we all offered prayers to see dolphins and finally released plumeria flowers into the sea. We tried to spot dolphins three times and were able to see them twice! When we spotted them, we jumped in right away and swam quickly to where the dolphins were. It was quite strenuous, and we swam a considerable distance, so I was exhausted. It might be tough for small children to keep up.

I was disappointed that we spent so much time searching for dolphins that we couldn't do other activities, but I want to try again next time to see sea turtles. After getting out of the water, my body was cold, but they served warm tea, which was a wonderful gesture.

Since it gets quite chilly, I think it's a good idea to bring towels, T-shirts, and something to wear over your clothes. At the end, we all danced the hula, which created a lovely memory. On the way back, we were given cheeseburgers, drinks, and snacks, and the cheeseburger was really delicious!

It was a tour that brought smiles to everyone, and I definitely want to participate again!

旅行最終日にこちらのツアーに参加しました。集合時間は朝が早く眠かったですが、港までのバスの中ではガイドさんがみんなのテンションをあげようと盛り上げてくれました^ ^注意事項などもとても丁寧に説明してもらったので何の不安もなく楽しめました(*^_^*)
当日は天候にも恵まれ船の揺れも少なく船酔いしている方はいませんでした。船に乗船すると、イルカを見れるようみんなで祈りを捧げ、最後にプルメリアの花を海に流しました^ ^
イルカは三回トライしましたが、二回見ることが出来ました★見つけたらすぐに飛び込み、急いでイルカの所まで泳ぎます。かなりハードで、結構な距離を泳いだのでクタクタでした。小さいお子様はついていくのに大変かもしれませんm(_ _)m
イルカ探しに時間を使ってしまい、他のアクティビティが出来なかった事が残念でしたが次回リベンジしてウミガメなど見たいです(^-^)海から上がると体が冷えて寒かったのですが、温かいお茶が配られ心遣いがとても素晴らしかったです^ - ^
かなり冷えるのでタオルやTシャツや羽織りものなど持参した方が良いかと思います。最後にみんなでフラダンスを踊りとても良い思い出になりました^ ^帰りにチーズバーガーと飲み物とスナックが配られましたが、チーズバーガーとっても美味しかったです★
みんなか笑顔になれるツアーでした、是非また参加したいと思います(*^^*)