Reviewed by: uruko
I participated with my husband on June 19, 2010. The tour exceeded my expectations and was the most enjoyable part of our trip.
I was able to meet Dolphin Sensei, and my long-time dream came true.
All the staff members were wonderful people. The president, Yuriko, is truly a lovely person who pays attention to detail. She remembered the names of everyone who participated in the tour and shared valuable stories with us. (It’s amazing considering how many people there were!)
Thank you for the happy time. I would love to participate again.
2010.6.19に旦那と二人で参加しました。
ツアーの内容は想像以上に良く、今回の旅で一番楽しかったです。
イルカ先生にも出会えたし、長年の夢が叶いました。
スタッフの方たちもみんな素敵な人たちです。
学長のYURIKOさんは細かい気配りができる本当に素敵な人。
ツアーに参加した全員の名前を覚えてくれたり、ためになるお話をしてくれたり。(たくさんいたのにすごい!!)
幸せな時間をありがとうございました。
また参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/22 |
Reviewed by: モキ丸
Many people have written about the tour content. It was truly a fun tour. I will share my thoughts on the gap between my expectations before participating and the actual experience.
<An early morning departure isn’t tough!>
Listening to the staff's stories in the car as they pick you up makes the sleepiness disappear, and my excitement gradually increases.
<Don’t underestimate seasickness!>
I’ve never experienced motion sickness, but I got seasick. More specifically, while snorkeling and drifting on the water's surface, I felt nauseous. I recommend going to bed early the night before and taking motion sickness medication.
<You can’t touch the dolphins, but it’s moving!>
Since they are wild dolphins, you can’t touch them. However, seeing a pod of dolphins in their natural state is truly moving. The dolphins seem to take an interest in us, swimming around us, as if welcoming us.
<It’s fine for kids too>
The staff will stay close by, so as long as your child isn’t afraid of the water, they can enjoy swimming in the ocean. Kids can also experience kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. I would love for my child to participate when I have one.
<Even a difficult man smiles...>
The staff genuinely enjoy themselves, and that energy naturally spreads to the participants, making everyone smile. After joining this tour, I broke out of my usual shell and switched to Hawaii mode, both mentally and physically.
<You won’t be exhausted even with a packed morning>
This tour allows you to return to the hotel by around noon. There’s so much to do in the morning, yet you can still be active in the afternoon. This is because everyone is fast asleep in the return vehicle, resting up for the afternoon activities. The staff who provided various information on the way there quietly let participants rest on the way back. You can maintain the same high energy from the morning and handle afternoon plans as well. I think it’s perfectly fine to fill your schedule with shopping and beach activities.
That’s how it was. I hope this helps!
ツアーの内容については多くの方が記されている通り。
本当に楽しいツアーでした。
私は、参加する前と実際に参加してのギャップについて記します。
<朝早い出発は辛くない!>
迎えに来られるスタッフの方のお話を車中で聞いていると 眠気は吹っ飛び、だんだんテンションがあがってきます。
<船酔いを甘く見ちゃダメ!>
乗り物酔いなんてしたことがない私が船酔い。というよりもシュノーケリングで水面を漂っていると酔っちゃいました。前日は早めに就寝し、酔い止めの薬は飲んでおいたほうがよいと思います。
<イルカには触れられないけど感動!>
野生のイルカなので触れません。でも自然のままのイルカの群れを見ると感動します。イルカ達も私たちに興味を持って周りをグルグルまわってくれるんで、歓迎してくれているみたい。
<子供でも大丈夫>
スタッフの方がずっとそばに付き添ってくれますので、水を怖がらない海水浴が普通にできる子供さんなら大丈夫。カヤックやスタンドアップ・パドルも体験できます。子供ができたらぜひ参加させたい。
<気難しい男にも笑みが・・・>
スタッフ自身が本当に楽しんでいるんです。だから参加者にもそれが伝わり自然と顔が笑ってきます。こちらのツアーに参加して、いつもの自分の殻を破り、心身ともにハワイモードに切り替わりました。
<朝から盛りだくさんでも疲れ果てない>
このツアーは12時くらいにはホテルに戻って来れます。
午前中だけで盛りだくさんなのに午後も活動的に動けます。なぜならば、送りの車中ではみんな爆睡して、午後からの活動に備えます。行きの車中では色々と案内をしてくれるスタッフの方も、帰りには静かに参加者を寝かせてくれます。
午前のハイテンションそのままで、午後の予定もこなせるでしょう。買い物やビーチなどどんどん予定を詰め込んでもOKかと思います。
こんな感じです。
参考にしてくださいね。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/20 |
Reviewed by: pimu
On June 14th, we set off on a tour to encounter wild dolphins under clear skies. I was worried about feeling sleepy since it was early in the morning, but my excitement outweighed those concerns, making them unnecessary.
First, we had Leonard's malasadas. I had actually eaten them a couple of days prior, so I knew how good they were, but they were still delicious! I could eat them over and over again.
The drive to the boat dock was quite long, but I enjoyed the scenery of Hawaii that I don't usually get to see, and before I knew it, we arrived.
Then we boarded the boat. It was quite cold out on the water... They offered wetsuits for $10, but I foolishly thought, "It’s such nice weather, I’ll be fine," and didn’t rent one. I was shivering until I got in the water (though I felt fine once I was in). If you're not good with the cold, it's safer to rent one.
When we spotted dolphin fins from the boat, we jumped into the water! For those who aren't confident swimmers, the handsome staff will pull you along with floatation devices, so you can relax. I was pulled along, which allowed me to see the dolphins up close!
As I was watching a pod of dolphins diving right in front of me, one swam right by my feet. I think there were more than ten of them, and there were even two baby dolphins.
In the midst of this excitement, a dolphin a little distance away performed spin jumps over and over again, and I was just so grateful and thrilled.
After that, we went snorkeling with tropical fish and sea turtles. There was a little boy on our tour who was overjoyed every time he spotted a turtle, which was very heartwarming. He was also thrilled to ride on a paddle boat with one of the staff members.
I tried stand-up paddleboarding, but it was difficult. The staff encouraged me to "Stand up! Stand up!" and while I did manage to stand for a moment, I quickly fell. But it was a lot of fun!
Then we had a cheeseburger lunch. It was a simple burger, but it was delicious!
On the way back to the boat dock, we enjoyed a ukulele live performance and hula lesson. The entire staff got everyone excited, and before we knew it, we had arrived.
Finally, we received eco bags as graduation certificates. I truly had a wonderful time, saw many dolphins, and I’m so glad I participated in this tour. The staff's attentiveness was also fantastic, making it enjoyable for people of all ages.
6/14 快晴のなか、野生のイルカに出会うツアーに出発しました。
朝早くて途中で眠くならないかと心配していましたが、ワクワクドキドキのほうが強くて、そんな心配は無用でした。
まずはレナーズのマラサダ。実は前々日に食べていて味は知っていましたが、やっぱり美味しい!何度食べてもいいです。
ボート乗り場までのドライブ。かなり距離がありますが、ふだん見られないハワイの景色を堪能しているうちに着いていました。
そして船上へ。海の上はかなり寒い・・・。ウェットスーツを10$で貸してくれますが、「こんなにいい天気なら大丈夫でしょ」と借りずにいた私はバカでした。海に入るまでブルブル状態でした。(海に入った後は割と平気でしたが)寒いのが苦手な人は借りたほうが無難です。
そして船上からイルカの背びれが見えたところで、海にドボン!泳ぎが苦手な人は浮き具を使ってイケメンスタッフが引っぱていってくれるので安心です。私は引っぱってもらいました。おかげでイルカを至近距離で見ることができました!
目の前で海に潜るイルカの群れを目で追っていたら、私の足元を泳いでいきました。10頭以上はいたと思います。赤ちゃんイルカも2頭いました。
そんな感動の中、少し離れた所で1頭のイルカがこれでもか!というぐらい何回も何回もスピンジャンプを決めてくれて、もう感謝感激でした。
そのあとは熱帯魚と海亀とのシュノーケリング。私たちのツアーには小さい男の子も参加していて、亀を見つけるたびに大喜びしていたのがとてもほほえましかったです。その子はスタッフのお兄さんにパドルボートに乗せてもらってご満悦でした。
私もスタンドアップパドルに挑戦しましたが難しい。スタッフの方に「立って!立って!」と励まされて立っては見たもののすぐにコケました。でも、とてもおもしろかったです。
そしてチーズバーガーのランチ。シンプルなバーガーなんだけど、これが美味しいの!
それからボート乗り場に戻りがてらウクレレライブとフラレッスン。スタッフ全員で盛り上げてくれるので、みんなで大盛り上がりしてるうちに着いてしまいました。
そして最後に卒業証書のエコバック。
もう本当に楽しくて、イルカもたくさん見られて、このツアーに参加してよかったと心から思います。
スタッフの気配りも素晴らしかったので、どんな年代のかたでも安心して楽しめる
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/19 |
Reviewed by: ksk
I used this tour on June 15th. As soon as I headed to the pickup location, a staff member in a blue T-shirt assisted me. The pickup time was 9:30 AM and the park opening time was 10:30 AM, but we arrived at the park around 10:00 AM. After waiting for the park to open, we entered right at opening time and first rented a locker. The lockers were surprisingly expensive. I believe there were small and large sizes, with the small one costing $12 and the large one $17. Both sizes return $5 when you return the key along with the receipt, but it's still pricey. The small locker is really small, so it feels tight for more than two pieces of luggage. I didn't check the large one. The ground inside the park gets hot as it's concrete, so I recommend wearing flip-flops. When experiencing the slides, you need to pick up the inner tubes or boats at the exit of each slide. You have to carry quite heavy items to the entrance. I think the SHAKA was the heaviest? Since it was a Monday, the park was less crowded, and the lifeguards were rotating their positions at the slides, so there were some that we couldn't experience right away. They closed for about 30 minutes at a time. I participated in the deluxe plan, but honestly, I felt that lunch wasn't necessary. It's not that it was bad, but since we arrived in Waikiki around 4 PM, it might be better to have a light meal as a snack from there to prepare for the evening. With the park opening at 10:30 AM and leaving by 2:45 PM, it might feel short, but the park itself isn't that large, so we had plenty of fun. On the contrary, I felt that the price was a bit high for the scale. Still, there are slides of a scale that you can't find in Japan, so it might be worth visiting, not just for the beach. I had a great time.
6月15日にこのツアーを利用しました。ピックアップ場所に向かうとすぐ青いTシャツスタッフの方が対応してくれました。ピックアップ時間が9時30分で開園時間は10時30分でしたがパークには10時位には到着してしまいました。開園待ち後オープンと同時に入場し、まずロッカーを借ります。ロッカーが意外に高いです。確か大きさが小と大があって小が12$、大が17$だった気がします。いずれも鍵を返すときレシートと引き換えに5$返ってきますがそれでも高いです。小はホントに小さいロッカーですので荷物2つ以上はキツイ気がします。大は見ていなかったのでわかりません。パーク内の地面はコンクリートで熱くなりますのでビーチサンダルの着用をオススメいたします。スライダーを体験する時は各スライダーの出口で浮き輪やボートをピックアップしていくのもあります。中々重いのを担いで入り口いかなくてはなりません。SHAKAが一番重かったかな?この日は月曜なので空いているためかライフガードがスライダーの持ち場をローテションしていてすぐには体験出来ないのがありました。30分
間隔ぐらいで一度クローズしていました。デラックスプランでの参加でしたが正直、昼食は要らない気がしました。不味いとかではなく4時くらいにはもうワイキキに着いてしまうので、そこからオヤツがてら軽く食事をして夜に備えるのもいいかもしれません。10時半オープンで2時45分にはパークを出るので短いと感じるかもしれませんが、そこまでパーク自体が広くないので十分楽しめました。逆に規模に対して金額が少し高く感じました。それでも日本には無いようなスケールのスライダーもありますのでビーチだけではなく一度訪れるのもいいかもしれません。楽しかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/18 |
Reviewed by: ドルチェ
This is my third time participating.
It has become a tradition to have this made every year on the way back.
I’m really happy that I can see the memories of this trip right after returning, accompanied by Hawaiian music.
Since coming back, my children and I have been watching it almost every day.
I want to cherish these memories with this DVD until I go to Hawaii again next year!
今回で3回目の参加になります。
毎年 帰りにこれを作って頂くのが 恒例に なってしまいました。
ハワイアンの音楽に会わせ 今回の旅行の 思いでが 帰ってすぐにみれるので とっても うれしいです。
また 帰ってきてから 子供と一緒に 毎日のように 見ています。
また 来年ハワイにいくときまで このDVDで 思い出にひたりたいです!
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/11 |
Reviewed by: ドルテェ
I participated with my 60-year-old mother and my two children, aged 8 and 4. The blue sky and blue sea were incredibly refreshing. As soon as we boarded, the captain pointed and said "Honu!" and there was a sea turtle. The kids lay on the net, looking into the water to see what else they could spot. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins. The captain and staff were very friendly, speaking to the kids in simple Japanese and even taking them to the cockpit for photos, which was a lot of fun. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.
60歳の母と私 8歳と4歳の子供の4人で参加しました。
青い空 青い海 す~っごく気持ちよかったです。 乗ってすぐ キャプテンが ホヌ!と指をさす方向に ウミガメがいました。 子供達も 他に 何がみえるか ネットにねっころがり ずっと 海のなかをみてました。が 残念ながら イルカなどには 会えませんでした。 キャプテンやスタッフの方は とても フレンドリーで かたことの日本語で 子供に話しかけてくれたり 操縦席に連れて行って写真をとらせてくれたりと とても 楽しかったです。 また 機会があれば 参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/11 |
Reviewed by: ドルチェ
This was my first time visiting. A large tour bus picked us up, and we arrived at the location! I participated with my 60-year-old mother and my 8-year-old and 4-year-old children, making a group of four.
There were so many things we wanted to do, but time flew by, and I wished we could have stayed a little longer. My 8-year-old loved the wave pool and wouldn’t leave it. The waves were incredible, far beyond what you find in Japanese wave pools. The next day, for some reason, my mother and I both had muscle soreness! The bodyboarding lesson was also a lot of fun. It was our first attempt, but the staff member helped us ride the waves skillfully, and we were very satisfied.
The lunch buffet had a modest variety and selection, but the meat was cooked medium, tender, and very delicious. I definitely want to participate again next time.
However, there were some people who were over 30 minutes late for the return bus, which was very inconvenient. They ended up being left behind, but I wish they would consider that there are others waiting in the hot bus who arrived on time and had to wait for more than 30 minutes.
今回はじめて 行ってきました。大きな観光バスでお迎えがきて 現地到着!60歳の母と8歳と4歳の子供の4人で参加しました。
とにかくたくさんやりたいことがあるのですが あっという間に時間になってしまい もうちょっと長くいれたらな~ なんて思いました。8歳の子は波のプールが気に入ってしまい そこからはなれませんでした。とにかく すごい波 日本の波のプールはめじゃないです。次の日 なぜか 母と二人 筋肉痛になっていました! ボディーボードレッスンもとっても楽しかったです。私も8歳の息子も 初挑戦でしたが スタッフのお兄さんに 上手に波に載せてもらい 大満足でした。 お昼のビュッフェも 品数 種類は 質素な感じでしたが お肉は ミディアムで 柔らかく とてもおいしかったです。
次回も 是非参加したいです。
帰りのバス 集合時間を30分以上たってもこないかたがいて とても迷惑でした その人達は 結局おいて 出発しましたが 熱いバスの中 時間通りにきて 30分以上も待たされる人がいるということを 少しは考えて欲しいです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
First, regarding the departure, a dedicated park bus will pick you up. You'll be sharing the ride with foreign visitors. The air conditioning inside the bus is quite strong, so bringing a jacket is essential. It's fine to wear swimsuits on the way there and back. Upon arrival, a Japanese guide will be waiting for you, and while they provide an overview of the facility using a pamphlet, I found it a bit too general and would have preferred more specific information.
As for the lockers, they are smaller than typical Japanese lockers, making it difficult for two people to use a small one. You might want to rent a large locker or minimize your belongings to use a small one. The lockers can be opened and closed multiple times. The facility has some grassy areas, but you'll mostly be walking on concrete, so moving around barefoot could lead to burns; I recommend wearing sandals.
I had heard that lunch would be BBQ, but it turned out to be an all-you-can-eat selection of salad, rice, chicken, beef, and fruit. The taste was decent, but the limited variety was disappointing for the price.
Regarding the attractions, they are not always available at all times; some may open or temporarily close based on the schedule. A good tip is to experience the attractions that are open first to avoid wasting time. For popular attractions, the wait can be up to 30 minutes. Most of the attractions are unique and not found in Japan, so I encourage you to try as many as possible. Surprisingly, one popular attraction is located on a hillside, and you'll need to lift and carry a giant inflatable ring yourself, which requires some physical strength. Therefore, it's challenging to keep riding continuously.
You can bring underwater cameras on all attractions. It's fine to take off your sandals before riding, but be aware that if you leave your towel behind, it could be stolen, so you'll need to retrieve it from the locker when you want to use it. The changing rooms, restrooms, and showers are all in the same area and were reasonably clean.
まず、出発ですがこのパーク専用バスが送迎してくれます。外国人の人たちとも同席です。車内はクーラーがんがんにきいてますので上着は必須。行き帰りは水着を着用されていても大丈夫です。現地に到着すると日本人ガイドさんが待機してくれていますが館内説明がパンフレットを用いてして下さるのですが大まか過ぎてもう少し具体的な内容がほしかったです。まずロッカーですが日本のロッカーより一回りも小さいサイズなので小を2人で使用するのは困難でしょう。大を1つレンタルするか荷物を最小限にして小を1つ利用するかですね。ロッカーは何度も開け閉め可能です。館内は芝生も一部ありますがほとんどコンクリートの上を歩くので素足で移動すると火傷を起こしかねないのでサンダルで移動する事をおすすめします。昼食はBBQと聞いていましたがサラダ、米、チキン、ビーフ、果物の取り放題となっており味は悪くないですが種類が少ないので値段の割にはがっかりでした。
あと各アトラクションですが物によって時間で利用可能になったり一旦、中止にしたりと常に全てのアトラクションがいつでも利用できる訳ではないのでこつとしては開いているアトラクションから体験すると無駄な時間が省けますよ。人気のアトラクションでは最大30分待ち程度でした。アトラクションは日本にはない物ばかりで是非1つでも多く体験してもらいたいと思います。意外に人気アトラクションは山肌にあり巨大な浮き輪も自力で持ち上げて運ばなくてはならないので体力はいりますね。なのであまりがんがんと続けて乗る事は困難です。どのアトラクションも水中カメラは持っていても大丈夫です。サンダルは乗る前に脱ぎ置きしても大丈夫ですがタオルは使用する時に面倒ですがロッカーまで取りに行かないと盗まれます。更衣室、トイレ、シャワーは同じ場所にありますがまずまずの奇麗さでしたよ。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/09 |
Reviewed by: mamakuma
I visited at the end of May a little while ago. Even though it was the rainy season, I didn't get caught in the rain, so I didn't feel cold. Just a short run away, there's a beautiful sea, and the inflatable slide was really fun. Since my husband and the locals are of BIG size, riding together was thrilling as I felt like I was being tossed around and almost thrown off. I'm sure kids would absolutely love it. It can get quite cold during this time when there's shade or a breeze, so even on cloudy days, I recommend buying a rash guard at places like Walmart to prevent sunburn. The UV rays are very strong, and it's refreshing, so you might find yourself wanting to be in the sun. To avoid ruining your trip by getting too burned, you can purchase one starting from $15, just for your reference!
If you rent a car and go by yourself, it can get quite expensive. I highly recommend taking advantage of the "☆Group Discounts!☆ With Shuttle Service" campaign on this site. It seems that even-numbered groups get 25% off. I went with the "Standard Plan for 2 Adults." The plan doesn't include meals, but soft drinks are all-you-can-drink! So you don't need to bring your own drinks. Also, the fries at Windjammer Food Court are the best! Definitely order them as a single item. The portion is astonishing. They are loaded with cheddar cheese and bacon. Start with one and then decide if you want more based on your appetite!
Lastly, if you have shuttle service, the hotel pickup is around 9 AM, but since it opens at 10:30, it will be a leisurely drive until then. The bus is kept very cold, so please make sure to bring a jacket or something to protect against the wind. Please note that the facility is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from June to August.
ちょっと前になりますが5月最終週に行ってきました。
雨季なのに雨に降られなかったので寒い思いはしませんでした。
ちょっと走れば、きれいな海ですが、浮輪系のスライダーが本当に楽しかったです。主人や現地の人たちがBIGサイズなので、一緒に乗ると振り回され、ほおり出されそうになるスリルが本当に楽しかったです。きっと子供は大喜びだと思います。日陰や風が吹くとこの時期寒いので、曇りでも日焼け防止もかね、ウォルマートとかでラッシュガード買っておくのもお勧めです。紫外線が非常に強く、さわやかなのでついつい日向に出たくなります。焼き過ぎで旅を台無しにしないためにも、$15~から購入できますのでご参考に!
レンタカーを借りて自分で行くと、かなり高いお値段になります。
是非とも、本サイトの「☆グループで行くとお得なキャンペーン!☆ 送迎付き」を活用してください。偶数人が25%OFFのようです。私も「大人2人スタンダードプラン」で行きました。
食事は無しのプランですが、ソフトドリンクは飲み放題!だから飲み物は持参しなくても大丈夫ですよ。また、ウインドジャマー・フードコートのポテトが最高!単品で是非頼んでください。驚きの量です。チェダーチーズとベーコンがゴッテリのっています。まず1つ他のでから、お腹と相談して追加しましょう!
最後に、送迎付きの場合、9時ぐらいにホテルピックアップですが、10:30OPENなので、それまで、ゆっくりなドライブになります。バスの中はキンキンに冷やされますので、パーカーなど風除けは必ず持っていてくださいね。
6月~8月以外は、火・水が休館日なのでご注意ください。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
You will be seated with people from countries other than Japan at each hotel. The air conditioning in the car is quite strong, so bringing a jacket is essential. After arriving at the site, a Japanese person will give a brief tour of the facility, but I found it a bit too simple, which made me a little anxious. The lockers cost $7 (with $2 refunded), but unlike in Japan, they are small, so if you want to take off your sandals, you'll need to put them in a locker, so I think it's better for each person to have one. Since it's expensive, those who are hesitant might want to minimize their luggage. Additionally, the lockers can be opened and closed multiple times. The park is made of concrete, so there's a risk of burns, so I recommend wearing sandals. There are slides that you won't find in Japan, and riding on any of them gives you an amazing feeling. Photos are taken on all the slides, and you can see them at the souvenir shop on your way back. However, since all the photos from the slides can only be viewed in one place, there tends to be a long line, so if you want to see your images, it's important to wrap up your fun and head there at least an hour before the meeting time. Lunch was described as a BBQ lunch, but it was just a buffet with salad, chicken, beef, fruit, and rice. Drinks were unlimited, but there were only about four types, so it was a disappointing lunch considering the price. Also, not all attractions in the park are open all the time; some are temporarily closed, and others open later, so I recommend not giving up if the attraction you want to try is closed and instead experiencing the ones that are open. The changing rooms and shower facilities were decent.
各ホテルから日本人以外の国の方と同席で現地へ。車内はクーラーが効きすぎてるので上着は必須です。現地へ到着後に日本人が館内案内をしてくれるのですが簡単過ぎて少々不安でした。ロッカーは小7$(2$返却されます。)ですが日本と違い小さくサンダルを脱ぎたい人はロッカーに入れないといけないので1人1つの方が良いかと思います。高いので抵抗ある人は荷物を最小限にすることが妥当かと思います。あとロッカーは何度でも開け閉め可能です。園内はコンクリートなので火傷する可能性もあるのでサンダルを履く事をおすすめします。日本ではない滑り台ばかりで何を乗っても最高の気分があじわえます。全てのスライダーに写真撮影がされていますが帰りにお土産やの中に写真を見せてくれますが、なんせ全てのスライダーの撮影された物が一か所でしか見れないので長蛇の列ができており自分の画像を見たい人は集合時間の1時間前には遊ぶのをきりあげて行く事がポイントです。昼食はBBQランチとの記載でしたがサラダ、チキン、ビーフ、果物、ライスのみのバイキングでした。飲み物は飲み放題でしたが種類は4種類程度で金額の割には期待外れの昼食でした。また、園内の各アトラクションは常に開いている訳ではなく時間によって一旦中止され、中止されていたアトラクションが開いたりしている物がいくつかあったので、やりたいアトラクションが閉まっているからといって諦めず開いている物から体験する事をおすすめします。更衣室、シャワー室はまずまずの環境でした。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/08 |
Reviewed by: RIE
When I thought of Hawaii, I only thought of the ocean, so I had never been before, but I really enjoyed it. There are a lot of attractions, and they are all interesting. The local high school students casually approached me, saying, "It's more fun to ride with a big group, so let's ride together," and they suggested, "Let's race!" on the water slide. It's great to be able to play with the locals. Also, the staff members were very friendly.
ハワイと言えば海!と思っていたので今まで行ったことがなかったのですが、楽しめました。
たくさんアトラクションがあり、どれもおもしろいです。
地元の高校生に「大人数で乗ったほうが楽しいから一緒に乗ろう」と、気さくに話しかけてくれたりウォータースライダーで「競争しよう!」など、地元の人たちと遊べるのもイイものですよ。
また、スタッフの方たちも親切でした。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/07 |
Reviewed by: アイアイ
My first goal on my honeymoon in Hawaii was not shopping or relaxing on the beach, but to swim with wild dolphins! However, I’m a bit of a weak swimmer... and shy...
I was in search of a safe, enjoyable tour with a high chance of encountering dolphins, and I found
"Dolphin University"!!!!!!
The tour price is definitely not cheap... However, due to the high ratings and the wonderful personalities of the tour staff that shone through on their website, I decided to go with them. If you are hesitating for similar reasons, I absolutely recommend Dolphin University!
In the morning, we received a surprise wake-up call from President Yuriko♪ The malasadas from Leonard's that we stopped by were so delicious that even girls could easily eat three! Shortly after boarding, we had a group introduction and photo time, which helped us bond with the other guests. Before we knew it, we arrived at the dolphin spot. I will never forget the excitement when a pod of dolphins swam towards us.
Then we jumped into the sea! For those who can't swim, the handsome crew members will pull you along with a float. There were mother and baby dolphins in the pod, and the baby dolphins came really close to us.
After about an hour of fun, we moved by boat to the snorkeling point. I forgot the name of the place, but the water was so beautiful that I could have stayed underwater forever.
Then it was lunchtime with cheeseburgers in paradise☆ Made by Captain Papa. I realized it had been a while since I laughed so much while enjoying my meal.
The hula dance time after lunch is all about having fun, even if it's your first time!! Before we knew it, we were back at the port.
The day really flew by. It's a good idea to bring a waterproof camera. The boat has a restroom☆ Even at the end of May, it's better to rent a wetsuit (it gets cold after coming out of the water). You can change from your swimsuit to clothes at the port on the way back.
I think this is one of the few tours that makes me want to repeat the experience.
Thank you so much to President Yuriko and all the crew for such a wonderful time!!!!
ハネムーンで初ハワイでの私の第一目標は、買い物でもビーチでバカンスでもなく、野生のイルカさんと泳ぎたい!!でした。
しかし若干カナヅチ気味な私...そして人見知り...
安心安全かつ楽しく愉快なイルカ遭遇率の高いツアー☆
を探し求めて出逢ったのが
『名門イルカ大学』!!!!!
けして安くはないツアー代金...
しかし口コミ評価の高さ、ツアースタッフの画面からにじみ出る人柄の良さからここに決めました。
もしも 同じような理由で迷っている方、イルカ大学絶対オススメです!
朝はユリコ学長のサプライズモーニングコール♪
途中で立ち寄るレナーズのマラサダは女子でもかるく3個はいけるくらい絶品です。
乗船してからまもなく始まる全員の紹介&写真タイムのおかげで、他のお客さん達とも仲良く打ち解けられました。
そして あっという間にイルカさんポイントに到着です。
十数頭のイルカさんの群れがこっちに向かってきた時の興奮は忘れられません。
そしてすぐに海へIN!!
泳げない人はイケメンクルーが浮き輪で引っ張ってくれます。
群れの中には親子やカップルもいて赤ちゃんイルカが本当に近くまできてくれてました。
小一時間ほど楽しんだら、今度はシュノーケリングポイントまで船で移動です。
場所名を忘れてしまいましたが、こちらの海も本当にキレイで、ずっと潜っていたいぐらいでした。
そしてランチタイムのチーズバーガーInパラダイス☆
キャプテンパパさん手作りです。
こんなに笑ったの久しぶりだなあとしみじみしながら頂きました。
食後のフラダンスタイムは、初めてでも楽しんだもん勝ちです!!
踊りまくって笑っているうちにもう港に着いていました。
当日は本当にあっという間です。
防水のカメラは持ってきたほうがいいです。
船にトイレはついてます☆
五月末でもウエットスーツはレンタルしたほうがいいです。
(海から上がった後が寒いです)
帰りの港で水着から服に着替えれます。
またリピートしたいと思わせてくれる数少ないツアーのひとつだと思います。
ユリコ学長はじめ、クルーの皆様!
ステキなひとときを本当にありがとうございました!!!!
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/07 |
Reviewed by: kopi
This was my fifth trip to Hawaii, and I participated in a dolphin tour for the first time! I wish I had joined the tour earlier! It was a tour packed with activities! Swimming with dolphins, turtles, and fish, enjoying kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, the music on the boat, and the friendly and kind staff... everything was satisfying!
ハワイ5回目で初めてイルカツアーに参加しました!!
もっと早くツアーに参加していればよかった!っと思うほど
内容盛り沢山のツアーでした♪♪
イルカ、亀、魚と泳げたこと、カヤックやスタンドアップボードで楽しめたこと、船の上の音楽、優しくて親切なスタッフの皆さま・・全部が満足です☆☆
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see a lot of dolphins. At first, I thought it would be nice to see even just a few, but I ended up encountering a huge pod of dolphins. They came just a few meters from the boat and jumped around, showing their playful spirit. I also enjoyed snorkeling. Coincidentally, it had rained a lot the day before, and the water was murky, so I could only spot the dolphins from underwater once, but I was thrilled to see them many times from the boat. Just cruising was a wonderful experience.
The activities after returning, like the hula lesson, were also fun. I would love to participate again when I go back to Hawaii. Next time, I want to see the dolphins from underwater!
たくさんのイルカに会えました。最初はちょっとでも見れたらいいかな、ぐらいにしか思っていなかったのですが、すごくたくさんのイルカの群れに会うことができました。ボートの数メートル先にきてくれたり、ジャンプしてくれたりと、サービス精神旺盛のイルカたちでしたシュノーケルも楽しめました。たまたま、前の日に雨がたくさん降り水が濁っていて、海の中からイルカを確認することは1度しかできなかったけど、船の上からは何度も何度も見えて嬉しかったです。クルーズするだけでも気持ちが良かったです。
帰ってきてからのアクティビティ・フラレッスンも楽しかったです。またハワイに行ったら参加したいと思います。次こそは海の中からイルカを見たいです!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see a lot of dolphins. At first, I thought it would be nice to see even just a few, but I ended up encountering a huge pod of dolphins. They came just a few meters from the boat and jumped around, showing off their playful spirit. I also enjoyed snorkeling. Unfortunately, the day before, it had rained a lot, and the water was murky, so I could only spot the dolphins from underwater once, but I was thrilled to see them many times from the boat. Just cruising was a wonderful experience.
The activities after returning, like the hula lesson, were also fun. I would love to participate again when I go back to Hawaii. Next time, I want to see the dolphins from underwater!
たくさんのイルカに会えました。最初はちょっとでも見れたらいいかな、ぐらいにしか思っていなかったのですが、すごくたくさんのイルカの群れに会うことができました。ボートの数メートル先にきてくれたり、ジャンプしてくれたりと、サービス精神旺盛のイルカたちでしたシュノーケルも楽しめました。たまたま、前の日に雨がたくさん降り水が濁っていて、海の中からイルカを確認することは1度しかできなかったけど、船の上からは何度も何度も見えて嬉しかったです。クルーズするだけでも気持ちが良かったです。
帰ってきてからのアクティビティ・フラレッスンも楽しかったです。またハワイに行ったら参加したいと思います。次こそは海の中からイルカを見たいです!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: よう
During our honeymoon in Hawaii, we wanted to have memorable experiences. Since we both love the ocean, we were interested in a tour where we could encounter wild dolphins and decided to participate. On the day of the tour, we were worried about oversleeping since it was an early morning, but knowing we could enjoy Leonard's malasadas helped us arrive at the meeting point on time. Since we hadn't eaten anything before, the malasadas were especially delicious. Along the way, we enjoyed seeing the hospital where President Obama was born and the luxurious home of former sumo wrestler Konishiki, making the journey fun. Although it was windy, the weather was nice, and we were greeted by many dolphins, which we had been eagerly anticipating. I was concerned because my wife is prone to seasickness, but it was great that we could snorkel at a point very close to the beach without going far offshore. Additionally, the staff took care of those who were not confident in their swimming abilities, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. We were able to see the dolphins up close, and hearing their calls was incredibly moving. After the dolphins, we also saw a large turtle and had the chance to try paddle surfing, making for a packed and enjoyable time. It was a fulfilling experience that created wonderful memories. Thank you for everything!
新婚旅行で訪れたハワイで、思い出になる体験がしたいと思っていました。二人とも海が好きだったので、野生のイルカに出会えるツアーに興味を持ち、参加しました。当日は朝が早く、寝坊しないか心配でしたが、レナーズのマラサダをいただけるということもあり、時間通りに集合場所へ向かうことができました。何も食べないで行ったので、お目当てのマラサダもとても美味しく感じました。道中、オバマ大統領が産まれた病院や小錦さんの豪邸を見ることができたりと、移動中も楽しかったです。風が強かったものの、天気は良く、念願のイルカさんがたくさんお出迎えしてくれていました。妻が船酔いしやすいので心配でしたが、沖合いまで行かずに、ビーチからすぐ近くのポイントでシュノーケリングできたのがよかったです。それにスタッフのみなさんが、泳ぎに自信のない人へのケアをしてくれていて、安心して楽しむことができました。想像以上に近い距離でイルカを見ることができ、イルカの鳴き声も聞くことができたのは、大変感動的でした。イルカの後は大きなカメも見ることができたり、パドルサーフィンもできたりと盛りだくさんの内容で、充実した楽しいひとときを過ごすことができ、いい思い出になりました。いろいろとありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ2回目
I went on June 3rd when it was sunny. They picked us up at the meeting point with a large bus, and the local staff provided kind and thorough explanations. The bus takes about 50 minutes to arrive. The thrilling water slide here is the best; even adults can enjoy it fully. I signed up for the lunch plan, but I recommend not having high expectations. There are only beef, chicken, salad, rice, and two types of fruit, so I wish there were more variety. The bodyboarding lesson is quite fun, but if you get too excited, it can be really tiring. There’s a hot jacuzzi, which feels great when your body gets cold. I thought the 2:45 PM gathering time was short, but I was able to enjoy each attraction more than twice, which was enough fun.
6月3日晴れに行ってきました。待ち合わせ場所に大型バスでお迎えにきてくれ、現地のスタッフが親切丁寧に説明してくれます。バスは約50分で到着します。ここの絶叫ウォータースライダーはサイコーです、大人でも十分に楽しめます。ランチ付プランを申し込んだのですが、あんまり期待しない方がいいです、牛肉、鶏肉、サラダ、ご飯、フルーツ2種類しかないですので、もう少し種類がほしいところです。ボディボードレッスンは結構面白いのですが、はしゃぎ過ぎるととメッチャ疲れます。熱いジャクジーがあるので、体が冷えたとき入ると気持ち良いです。2時45分集合で、時間が短いと思いましたが、各アトラクション2回以上回れて十分楽しめました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/05 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
On Thursday, June 3, 2010, it was sunny. The large bus arrived at the pickup location five minutes early, and a local staff member who spoke Japanese explained the schedule for the day. Since I had signed up for the deluxe plan, there was unlimited juice (4 or 5 types of Pepsi) and lunch included. The only cost was a small locker fee of $12 (with a $5 refund upon returning the receipt and locker key), which wasn't particularly necessary. However, the lunch consisted of beef, chicken, salad, potatoes, white rice, and fruit, so don't expect too much. The main attractions were incredibly enjoyable. I was able to ride all the attractions more than twice without much waiting, but it was a bit disappointing that some attractions, like Shaka and the one next to it, closed at certain times. Still, these are interesting attractions not found in Japan, and I recommend them for couples and families.
2010年6月3日木曜日晴れ、ピックアップ場所には5分前に大型バスが到着、日本語の出来る現地スタッフが、これからのスケジュールを説明してくれます。デラックスプランを申し込んでいたので、ジュース飲み放題(ペプシ系4、5種類)とランチ付きで、お金は小ロッカー代$12(レシートとロッカーキー返却で$5返却)で特には要りませんが、ランチは牛肉、チキン、サラダ、ポテト、白ご飯、フルーツだけで大したことはないので、期待しないように。本題のアトラクションは最高に楽しめました。そんなに待たずに乗ることが出来るので、すべてのアトラクションを2回以上楽しむことができたのですが、時間によってシャカやその隣のアトラクションがクローズになったりしたのが、ちょっと残念でしたが、日本にはない面白いアトラクションで、カップル、家族連れにおすすめです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Katie M. from Cali
We went on both the sunset cocktail cruise and the afternoon snorkel sail for our honeymoon. Both activities were so much fun. Jason and his team were friendly. The food was delicious. The boat was clean. We were quite intimidated going on the snorkel sail at first, because we both can't swim very well. The crew was very accommodating. We had so much fun!!! We will definitely be back.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Margaret N.
The entire experience was very nice. It's great! A good trip for anyone. We could have just stayed put and enjoyed the ride, but I did get in the water. They helped me relax and enjoy it. The crew was very helpful. We only had 8 people making it more personal. I have no idea how many they usually have. There is plenty of room to walk around and do your own thing.
~Margaret N. from GA
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Courtni D., Washington
The crew was wonderful, very accommodating and knowledgeable. It was my most favorite thing about our entire Oahu trip! We loved being able to see the spinner dolphins jump. There were so many fish! My husband loved helping to put up the 450 pound sail. Not a day we will soon forget! We didn't want to get off the boat at the end of our time... we'll definitely be back.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was disappointing that the sea was rough and I couldn't swim with the dolphins. However, I had a great time afterwards watching P-chan's hula dance and other fun activities. Next time, I want to swim with the dolphins!
海が荒れてイルカと一緒に泳げなくて残念だった。
でも、その後のピーちゃんのフラダンス等楽しい時間をすごせました。
今度はイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいな。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/06/03 |
Reviewed by: アラサーシスターズ
Until now, playing with dolphins in the pool was the norm, but my sister's comment, "I want to meet wild dolphins," led us to search for a dolphin encounter tour, and that's how we found Dolphin University. The reason we chose it was because of the appeal of Leonard's and hamburgers. But the entire tour exceeded our expectations! I was worried about seasickness, but it was so much fun that I didn't have time to feel sick. When we spotted the dolphins, I forgot the fear of jumping in and peered into the clear sea. I was truly moved to see the dolphins swimming happily. I wanted to get closer, but my swimming skills weren't good enough to do so... However, I was thrilled to meet a turtle. It was my first time seeing a turtle up close like that. I enjoyed standing on the canoe (I forgot the name), which was quite challenging, but I was having so much fun that when I was resting on the boat, the president recommended I try kayaking as well. I was a bit reluctant, saying it sounded like a hassle, but since I was already there, I decided to go out to sea, and I was so happy when a turtle approached me! If I hadn't gone kayaking, I wouldn't have been able to see the turtle's face up close, and I later thanked the president for that☆
At one point, my camera broke, and I was worried about what to do, but I was glad I could buy a DVD later. I'm also happy I got a CDR for additional copies! Next time, I want to participate with all my relatives! I look forward to seeing you again then.
I went to the pancake shop that the president recommended! It was the best I've ever had! I'm so grateful for everything you've done for us☆ I look forward to seeing you again (^.^)/~~~
今まではプールにいるイルカと遊ぶのが定番でしたが、妹が「野生にルカに会いたい」という一言から、イルカに会えるツアーを探して出会ったのがイルカ大学。選んだ理由はレナーズとハンバーガーという食べ物につられて…といったところでした。でもツアー全体は期待以上!船酔いが心配でしたが楽しすぎて酔う暇なんてありませんでした。イルカを発見して、興奮して飛び込む怖さも忘れて透明な海をのぞきこみました。楽しそうに泳ぐイルカを見れて本当に感激しました。もっと近くに寄りたかったけど泳ぎのレベルが低くてできず…。でもカメに会えたのも感激。あんなに近くでカメさんを見たのは初めてでした。立って乗るカヌー(名前忘れた)を楽しんで結構難しく、それでも楽しみ過ぎて船で休んでいたら、カヤックにも乗っておいでよ、と学長さんからお勧めされました。もうめんどくさかったのでいいです、、って言ってたけど、せっかくだからと乗って海に出たら、カメさんが近づいてきてくれてうれしかった♪カヤックに乗ってなかったらあんなに近くでカメの顔を見れなかったし、後から学長さんに本当に感謝しました☆
途中でカメラが壊れちゃってどうしようかと思ったけど、あとからDVDを買えて良かったです。焼き増しができるCDRも付けて買ってよかった!!
今度は親族一同で参加したいです!!
その時はまたよろしくお願いしまーす。
学長さんに教えていただいたパンケーキやさん行ってきました!!今まで食べた中で一番おいしかったです!!
何もかもお世話になり、感謝感激です☆
またお会いできるの楽しみにしてます(^.^)/~~~
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/30 |
Reviewed by: yuka
On May 21, under a cloudy sky, my mother and I participated in the event. We gathered early in the morning and left Waikiki, but before that, we stopped by Leonard's to enjoy some delicious malasadas! It's located quite far away, so I was really happy to be able to have Leonard's malasadas in Waikiki! The taste was, of course, delicious, and the price was reasonable too! We had the type that was plain inside, but it was great to experience the crispy and fluffy texture.
Now, we got on the highway and headed west. After passing by Konishiki's mansion, we were almost there! Once we got out of the car, we boarded the boat and set off. We aimed for the area where the dolphins are, swaying on the boat for about 30 to 40 minutes. Since the boat can sway, I think it's better to bring water or something if you tend to get seasick. On the boat, there were explanations about putting on fins and snorkels, as well as safety gear and instructions for jumping into the sea. Since the weather wasn't very good and it was cold, I borrowed a wetsuit. I believe it costs $10 per person to rent. Those who were experienced wore their own wetsuits.
Once we were all set, we finally went into the sea... I could see the dolphins playing even from the boat. We jumped into the water and headed towards the pod of dolphins. Underwater, there were many dolphins swimming and playing together. They would signal us where the dolphins were, so we all headed in that direction. We could hear the dolphins squeaking underwater, and if we could hear that, there must be dolphins nearby. We could see the dolphins mating and playing right up close, and it felt like we were swimming with them. This kind of precious experience might only be possible here. After enjoying it for about an hour, we returned to the boat. From there, we set off again... this time to play with turtles and fish. There were various activities here, such as people snorkeling, riding canoes, paddling on paddleboards, and resting on the boat. After playing with the dolphins, some people got seasick, perhaps because it was cold. I tried the paddleboard, and before I knew it, a turtle was swimming next to me, which was fun!
5月21日、曇り空の中、母と2人で参加をしました。
朝早くから集合してワイキキを抜けますが、
その前にレナ−ズに寄って、
おいしいマラサダをいただきました!
レンタカーがないとなかなか来られない距離のところに
あるので、ワイキキでレナーズのマラサダが食べられて
本当に嬉しかったです!味はもちろん美味しいし!
お値段もお安いし!いただいたのは、
中に何も入っていないタイプだったのですが、
サクサクふわふわ感が味わえてよかったです。
さてハイウェイに乗って、ひたすら西に向かいます。
小錦の豪邸を過ぎると、もうすぐ!
車を降りると、そのまま船に乗り込んで出発です。
30~40分ほど船に揺られながら、
イルカたちがいるところを目指します。
船が揺れるので、船酔いをする方はお水など、
持参されるほうが良いかと思います。
船の上で、フィン(足ひれ)やシュノーケルをつけたり、
救命具の説明や、海に飛び込む際の説明があります。
今回はお天気があまり良くなかったし、寒かったので、
ウェットスーツを借りました。
確か、1人10ドルで借りられます。
慣れている方は、ご自身のウェットスーツを着て参加を
されていました。
準備が整ったところで、いよいよ海に…
イルカたちが遊んでいるのが船の上からでもわかりました。
海に飛び込み、イルカたちの群れを目指します。
海の中ではたくさんのイルカたちが群れをなして遊んで
います。
ここにイルカがいるよ!と教えてくれるので、
みんなでそこに向かう感じでしょうか?
イルカたちがキューキューと鳴いているのが、
海の中でも聞こえますし、
それが聞こえれば、近くにイルカが必ずいるはずです。
イルカの交尾や遊ぶ姿が本当にすぐそこで見ることができ、
本当に一緒に泳いでるようでした。
こんな貴重な体験はここでしかできないかも。
1時間くらい楽しんだ後は、船に戻ります。
そこから、再び船を走らせて…
今度はカメや魚たちと遊びます。
シュノーケルで潜る人、カヌーに乗る人、
パドルボートに乗る人、船の上で休む人、
などここでは様々でした。
イルカと遊んだ後、寒かったからか、
船で酔う人もいましたので。
私はパドルボートに挑戦したのですが、
気付くとカメが隣で泳いでいたり、楽しかっ
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles. I've visited Hawaii many times, but I really wanted to swim with wild dolphins at least once, so I’m very satisfied. It didn’t feel like we had to search for them; we found them early on, so maybe we were lucky.
The staff were all cheerful and it was a lot of fun. The freshly grilled cheeseburgers we had on the boat were exquisite!
イルカもウミガメも見ることができました。
ハワイはもう何度も訪れていますが、一度、自然のイルカと泳いでみたかったのでとても満足です。
いずれも、探し回ったという印象は無く、早い段階に見つけられたようで運も良かったのかもしれません。
スタッフの方も明るい方ばかりで楽しかったです。
船上で食べる焼きたてのチーズバーガーは絶品!
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: ショッピング部
I participated in this experience to relax from my fatigue in Japan and to be healed by the dolphins. Although I was nervous about the early morning meeting, I got excited with the delicious malasadas, and by the time I boarded the boat, I was filled with anticipation.
At first, I was worried because we couldn't encounter a pod of dolphins, but the experienced staff managed to find them. Once we discovered the pod, we were able to swim multiple times with about 20 dolphins. I also saw a cute mother and baby dolphin. Even though I'm not skilled in marine sports and don't have much interest in them, I completely forgot about that and became absorbed in swimming with the adorable dolphins. We also encountered swimming sea turtles.
Snorkeling with tropical fish is beautiful, but snorkeling with the dolphins is exceptional. I highly recommend going to see the dolphins swimming freely in the natural ocean. It was a more wonderful experience than I had imagined.
The boat ride can be quite windy, so be sure to bring a jacket. Also, don't forget the $10 wetsuit rental fee. Even if you think you'll be fine, it can get pretty cold. The staff provides detailed care, so even beginners can feel at ease. I'm thinking of bringing my parents, who are in their 60s, next time.
日本での疲れを癒すためイルカちゃん達に癒されようと参加しました。
朝早い集合にビビるも、めちゃウマのマラサダでテンションがあがり、船に乗る頃にはワクワクした気分になりました。
最初なかなかイルカの群れに遭遇できず心配していましたが、ベテランのスタッフが群れを探し当ててくれます。ひとたびイルカの群れを発見するや、20匹ぐらいの群れと一緒に何度も泳ぐことができました。かわいい親子の姿も見ました。マリンスポーツは得意ではなく興味があまりない私でも、そんなことはすっかり忘れ、かわいいイルカたちと泳ぐことに夢中です。ウミガメの遊泳にも遭遇しました。
熱帯魚とのシュノーケルもキレイですが、イルカ達とのシュノーケルは格別です。自然の海の中で自由に泳ぐイルカ達を是非見に行ってみてください。想像するより素敵な経験でした。
船での移動は結構風が強いのでかならず上着は持っていきましょう。またウェットスーツレンタル代10ドルもお忘れなく。大丈夫と思っても結構寒くなります。
スタッフがきめ細かくケアしてくれるので、初心者でも安心です。次回は60代の親を連れて行こうかなと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: maoちゃんに遭遇!!
I went on Monday, and there happened to be a group of local high school students there. It seemed like there are usually not many customers.
More than half of the guests were high school students. There was little wait time for any of the attractions.
However, I wanted to try the FlowRider attraction (which has an additional fee), but it was difficult to do because the locals were constantly using it.
But I was very lucky to run into Mao-chan and Mai-chan, who my wife also loves.
月曜日に行ったのですが、ちょうど現地の高校生らしき団体が来ていました。多分、普段はお客さんが少ないように感じました。
お客さんの半数以上が団体の高校生でした。どのアトラクションも待ち時間は少なかったです。
ただ、ダフローライダーという アトラクション(別料金)に挑戦したかったのですが、ローカルの人たちがずっとやっているので やりづらかったです。
でも、うちのカミさんも大好きな、maoちゃん&maiちゃんに、たまたま会うことができたのでとてもラッキーでした。
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: MT
I graduated from Dolphin University!
On the day of the trip, I woke up early and hopped on the van to Leonard's. There, I enjoyed freshly made malasadas. They weren't too sweet and were very delicious. If you want water, it's an extra charge, so having a bottle of water with you is convenient. While eating the malasadas, we headed to our destination, arriving in less than an hour. The views from the van heading north were quite enjoyable as well.
We boarded the boat and set off! Soon, we were informed that dolphins were nearby. The instructions were brief, and we prepared our snorkels. I was amazed by how efficiently the staff worked. Even though the boat was full of customers, we were ready in no time! For those worried about the cold, you can rent a wetsuit for an additional $10 (it was very nice). It was quite chilly with strong winds, so most women rented one. I rented one too, and it would have been tough without it. It would be great if it were included in the fee, as it's essential. Once we entered the water, we were lucky enough to see dolphins right away. The dolphins travel in pods, and the staff guides us by predicting their movements. Seeing the dolphins from underwater was breathtaking! However, rather than swimming alongside them, the reality is more about chasing and observing them from the sea. The dolphins aren't always close, so we floated and waited, then moved towards them repeatedly. Still, we were able to see the dolphins several times. It was fun to watch them do spin jumps right above the water.
After that, we moved to another spot for snorkeling with tropical fish. At the same time, we could also experience paddle surfing and sea kayaking at no extra charge, which was great. There were sea turtles, but unfortunately, we couldn't see them underwater. However, it was cute to see them come up to the surface to breathe occasionally.
After snorkeling, we enjoyed hamburgers grilled by the captain and listened to the staff's ukulele performance on our way back to the port. Finally, after the boat stopped, we all danced the hula together. The staff kept the energy up, making the time fly by. On the way back, everyone in the van was asleep.
A photographer accompanied us and took lots of pictures. This is an optional service. If you're participating as a group, it could make for great memories.
It was colder than I imagined, so the wetsuit...
イルカ大学を卒業してきました!
当日は朝早く起きて、バンに乗り込みレナーズへ。そこで出来立てのマラサダをいただきます。甘すぎず、とってもおいしくいただきました。お水がほしい方は別料金なので、ペットボトルのお水があると便利です。マラサダを食べながら、目的地へ向かいます。1時間かからないくらいで到着です。北へ向かう車内からの景色もかなり楽しめますよ。
船に乗り込みいざ出発!すると早速イルカがいるとのこと。説明は手短に、シュノーケルの準備です。スタッフさんたちの手際のよさにびっくり。満席状態でお客さんがたくさんいましたが、あっという間に準備OK!ここで、寒さが心配な人へは追加10ドルでウェットスーツ(とてもきれいでした)が借りられます。風が強くけっこう寒いので、女性はほとんど借りていました。私もレンタルしましたが、なかったらつらかったですね。料金に含まれているとありがたいなぁというくらい、必需品です。そして海に入ると、ラッキーなことにすぐにイルカを見られました。イルカは群れでいるので、その群れの移動を予測してスタッフさんが誘導してくれます。海の中から見るイルカには感動です!しかしながら、一緒に泳ぐというより、追いかけて海からイルカを見学するというのが現実かと。ずっとイルカが近くにいるわけでもないので、しばらく浮いたまま待機→イルカの方へ移動の繰り返し。それでも、数回イルカを見ることができました。水の上でのスピンジャンプも間近で見られて楽しかったです。
その後、ポイントを移動して熱帯魚とシュノーケル。同時に、パドルサーフィン・シーカヤックも体験できます。追加料金なしで体験できるのはありがたいです。ウミガメもいましたが、水中からは見られず残念でした。たまに水面にあがって呼吸をする姿はかわいかったです。
シュノーケルが終わったら、船長が焼いてくれたハンバーガーを食べ、スタッフさんのウクレレ演奏を楽しみながら港へ戻ります。最後、船が止まってからフラダンスをみんなで踊りました。スタッフさんがずっと盛り上げてくれるので、あっという間の時間です。帰りのバンは、みなさん寝ていました。
カメラマンさんも同行してたくさん写真を撮ってくれています。こちらはオプションです。団体で参加する場合など、良い思い出になりそうですよ。
想像以上に寒かったので、ウェットス
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/22 |
Reviewed by: ツッチー
The tour started early in the morning, and the energy in the vehicle was unusually high! I thought to myself, "Really, this early?" as we set off. First, we enjoyed some delicious, freshly made malasadas, and the car headed straight for the West Coast.
We were given a local guide who shared interesting spots like the hospital where Obama was born, the tree from "This Tree, What Tree," and a house reminiscent of Konishiki's sumo stable, keeping us entertained all the way to the harbor.
Finally, it was time to set sail. The boat moved along the coastline we had just traveled, and I was excitedly scanning the area, wondering when dolphins would appear. I noticed other tour boats anchored nearby.
Then, right in front of us, dolphins started to spin and jump! The excitement on the boat skyrocketed as everyone rushed to the side to see.
The dolphins were incredibly playful, swimming close by in turns. The largest group was a stunning pod of about 30 dolphins, swimming just a few meters below us while seemingly chatting away.
Interestingly, there were a few participants who couldn't swim, but everyone was wearing life jackets, and floatation devices were provided. The powerful staff pulled them along with impressive strength, ensuring we all had great positions for dolphin watching, which was reassuring.
As we left the area, the dolphins jumped to bid us farewell, showcasing their playful spirit. After the dolphins, we moved to the sea turtle area, where four turtles greeted us. The water was clear, and there were plenty of fish, creating a lovely atmosphere.
We engaged in kayaking and paddleboarding activities in this area, concluding the second part of the tour.
On the return trip, there was a live show and hula class on the boat, keeping us entertained all the way back to the harbor. I found myself in a daze thinking, "Oh, it's over," but everyone was fast asleep in the car on the way back.
When I asked about the chances of seeing dolphins, I learned that after February, it's 100%, and even before that, it's around 90%. If you don't see them, it’s considered a special day.
Thank you, Yuriko, Captain, and all the staff for a wonderful time.
The cheeseburger was delicious!
早起きからツアーが始まり
乗り込んだ車内は異常にハイテンション!
こんな早朝からマジ?と内心思いつつ車は走りだした。
まずはマラサダを食べ(出来立てで美味しい)
車は一路ウエストコーストを目指す。
オバマさんの産まれた産院や『この木なんの木』の木やら
コニシキの国技館風の家など
ロコならではのガイドをしてくれ、飽きさせない中、
港に到着。
いよいよ船出。
丁度来た道の沿岸を若干戻る感じで船は進み
いつイルカは登場するのかとワクワクしながら
あたりを見渡していると
他のツアーの船が停泊している。
すると手前の海でイルカがスピンジャ~ンプ!
来た~!とばかりに船内のテンションは急上昇。
皆一斉に海に!
イルカはサービス精神一杯で
入れ替わり立ち替わり近くを泳ぎすぎる。
最大の群れは丁度30匹の一団が
何かしゃべりながら数m下を
泳ぎすぎたのは圧巻だった。
なんとツアー参加者に泳げない人が何人かいたが、
皆救命胴衣着用であることと浮のようなのが
用意されており、パワフルなスタッフが
数馬力?のキック力で牽引して
イルカ観察の好ポジションを確保してくれるので安心。
このエリアを離れる時、最後のお別れとばかりに
イルカがジャンプで見送ってくれ
イルカのサービス精神に驚かされる。
イルカも一段落し、2部の海亀エリアへ移動。
4匹のウミガメが迎えてくれる。
透明度の高い海で魚も多く良い感じ。
この海域でカヤックやパドルボートのアクティビティを
行い、第二部終了。
帰りの船内も生ライブショーとフラ教室と
港まで飽きさせない演出があり
ああ終わっちゃったとボ~とするところがない。
帰りの車内は皆爆睡でしたけどね。
イルカに会える確立を聞くと
2月以降は100%、その前も90数%で
会えない日は逆に特別な日という事らしいです。
ユリコさん、キャプテン、スタッフの皆さん
楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
チーズバーガー美味かったっす!
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It's an early morning tour, but if you want to swim with dolphins, this is the place to go without hesitation!!
They found the best spots, and I was thrilled to swim with a long-awaited pod of wild dolphins. The jumps were dynamic and incredibly exciting.
The veteran staff pointed out the dolphins, and when about 30 dolphins swam gracefully just below me, I was both moved and healed.
Additionally, I was able to experience activities like stand-up paddleboarding and sea kayaking, making for a very satisfying day.
On the way back, we enjoyed delicious cheeseburgers, fruits, and snacks, along with music and hula dancing. It was a packed tour, and I highly recommend it!
朝早いツアーですが、イルカ達と泳ぎたいなら
迷わずここです!!
最高のポイントを見つけてくれ
待望の野生のイルカの群れと泳ぐことができ感激しました
ジャンプもダイナミックで大興奮でした
ベテランスタッフの方が、イルカの位置を教えてくれ
自分のすぐ下を30頭ほどのイルカたちが、優雅に
泳いでいった時は、感激そして癒されました
その他
スタンダップ・パドルボードやシーカヤック等の
アクティビティも体験でき大満足の1日を過ごせました
帰りは美味しいチーズバーガーやフルーツ、スナックを食べたり
ミュージック、フラダンスありと盛りだくさんのツアーで
とてもお勧めです
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/21 |
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