All Reviews for Waianae Dolphin Coast

This activity was okay. It was hard to see the dolphins when they did swim near us underwater because we had to wear life vests which kept us at the surface. The snorkeling in this side of the island(at least the part we were taken to)is not as good as other parts. The crew was nice and the food at the restaurant was good. I was not happy that one of our fellow passengers took one of our beach towels. They belonged to the condo we were staying in and I had to replace it.

We participated in creating family memories for my daughter's 10th birthday present. The morning pickup point was somewhat scattered, and our house was about a 7 to 10-minute walk away. The bus was comfortable, and the explanations from the Japanese instructor were very easy to understand, which was great. There were 45 participants that day, and since it was during summer vacation, there were 12 children under 12 years old.

When we arrived at the port, we quickly spotted dolphins on the stable Tamakalan boat, but perhaps because of the large size of the boat, we couldn't get close to the dolphins. Maybe the smaller Dolphin Junior boat is more maneuverable? We tried to enter the water ahead of the direction the dolphins were swimming, but since 45 people splashed in at once, the dolphins swam away, and we desperately swam towards them. During the first entry, I was able to catch a glimpse of them by closely following the instructor, but it was only for about 10 seconds. That day, instead of the usual two entries, we made three, but in the end, my daughter and husband couldn't see any dolphins... It turned into a disappointing memory.

However, the accompanying photographer was very cheerful and lively, which made it a lot of fun, but the photos he took cost $60 per group. We ended up spending quite a bit. Because we made three entries, we didn't have time for snorkeling, and we couldn't do any marine activities. I think our satisfaction would have been much higher if we had encountered the dolphins, so it's very disappointing.

For our family of four, including the photo costs, it came to 60,000 yen. I was aware that there was a possibility of not seeing them since they are wild animals, but it was very disappointing that we couldn't see them in the water even though we could confirm they were so close.

娘の１０歳お誕生日プレゼントとして家族の思い出作りに参加しました。
朝のピックアップポイントはざっくりと分かれており、我が家は徒歩７〜１０分歩いたところでした。バスは快適で、日本人インストラクターの方の説明がとてもわかりやすくてよかったです。この日は４５名の参加があり、夏休み中ということもあり１２歳以下の子供が１２人参加。
港に着くと、揺れの少ないタマカランボートに乗ってイルカはすぐに見つかりましたが、大きいボートのせいかなかなかイルカに近づけず。イルカ中学のボートのほうが小回りが利くのでしょうか？イルカが泳いでくる方向に先回りしてエントリーしましたが、４５人がバシャバシャ飛び込んだせいか、イルカが離れていってしまい、イルカのほうまで必死に泳ぎました。１回目のエントリーではインストラクターの後をすぐについていったのでちらっと見ることができましたが１０秒程度。この日、通常２回のところ、３回エントリーしましたが、結局、娘と夫はイルカを見ることができず。。。しょっぱい思い出作りになりました。
ただ同行していたカメラマンの方がとても陽気で盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しかったのですが、撮ってくれた写真は１グループ６０＄。すっかり散財してしまいました。
３回エントリーしたことで、スノーケリングの時間もなくなり、マリンアクティビティもできずじまい。イルカと遭遇できていたら満足度が高かったと思うのですが、とても残念です。
家族４人で写真代をいれて６万円。自然のものなので会えない可能性があるのは承知の上でしたが、すぐそばに確認できたのに海の中で見られなかったことがとても残念でした。

The instructor's enthusiasm to show everyone the dolphins was incredible, and they extended the time to chase the dolphins, allowing us to see them multiple times. The most touching moment was when three dolphins swam right beneath us! ♪ Because of the extension, the snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) we had planned later were combined into one activity, so my husband chose SUP while I chose snorkeling. I was able to enjoy cheering for my husband on the surface while snorkeling. Since these are wild dolphins, we can't always swim with them, but it was a thoroughly enjoyable tour.＾＾

参加者のみんなにイルカを見せようというインストラクターさんの熱意がすごくて、イルカを追う時間を延長して何度も見せてくれました。
丁度自分たちの真下を３匹のイルカが泳いで行った時が一番近くて感動しました♪
その延長のために、後に計画していたシュノーケリングとサップの時間が一緒になり、どちらかひとつの参加となりましたが、夫はサップを、私はシュノーケリングを選び、シュノーケリングの傍らサップしてる夫を水面から応援して楽しむことが出来ました。
野生のイルカなので、常に一緒に泳げるわけではありませんが、十分に楽しいツアーでした。＾＾

My first trip to Hawaii. And it was a solo journey. I was able to swim together during two out of three dives! After that, I enjoyed marine sports and went snorkeling again. I wish I had taken motion sickness medication. The staff were bright, reliable, and made me feel safe!

初のハワイ。そして一人旅。3回のダイブで2回一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました‼︎その後はマリンスポーツで楽しんだりまたシュノーケリングしたりと満喫できます。酔い止め飲んでいれば良かったです。スタッフの皆さん明るく頼もしく安心でした‼︎

I thought I wouldn't be able to communicate in Japanese when I joined the tour, but it turned out that the guide was a Japanese American, so they kindly provided explanations in Japanese! Since there are many Japanese people in Hawaii, it was refreshing to be on a tour with fewer Japanese participants.

I had my 1.5-year-old child with me, and they were thrilled to see the dolphins. I thought I would have to take turns snorkeling with my husband, but surprisingly, we were able to swim with our child in water deeper than 10 meters. (My husband isn't a strong swimmer, so I went in with them, haha.)

It's recommended to bring a life jacket since even small children can join in. The waves can be high, so if you're not a strong swimmer, it might be better not to go in with small children.

日本語が通じないと思ってツアーに参加したら、なんとガイドの方が日系アメリカ人ということで、日本語での説明も丁寧にして下さいました！ハワイにいると日本人が多いので、日本人が少ないツアーだったのも新鮮でした。

子供が1歳6ヶ月同伴でしたが、イルカに大はしゃぎ。シュノーケリングは夫と交代でやらないといけないと思っていたのですが、なんと水深10メートル以上のところで、子供と泳がせてもらいました。（夫は泳ぐのが苦手なので、私が一緒に入りました笑）

小さいお子様でも一緒に入れるので、ライフジャケットは持って行っておくのがオススメです！波が高いので、泳ぐのが苦手という方は、小さいお子様とは一緒に入らない方がよいかもしれません。

First of all, I felt a great sense of reassurance when I saw the Japanese staff welcoming us. The explanations were all very thorough, covering how to use the snorkel, how to use the life jacket, and details about the dolphins we would see, which made me really excited before getting in the water. Thanks to the staff, we were able to see many dolphins and turtles! The staff were truly dedicated, guiding everyone with enthusiasm, saying things like, "There are dolphins here!" and we had a wonderful time.

However, there was one point that might have been due to my not reading all the details thoroughly: the photographer takes pictures of everyone throughout the experience! The photos, as shown, are really beautiful and I love them, but they are quite expensive... around 5,000 to 6,000 yen. I only heard about this for the first time on the bus after the shoot. Of course, purchasing is optional, but I think most people will want the photos taken together, so please keep the additional photo costs in mind.

That said, both the experience and the photos were fantastic, so I am very satisfied. Thank you to the friendly and warm staff! I will definitely participate again when I go to Hawaii!

まずお出迎えから日本人スタッフさんがいたことでかなり安心感がありました。また説明はすべて丁寧で、シュノーケルの使い方、救命胴衣の使い方、見られるイルカの説明など入水前からかなりウキウキする内容でした。そして実際には、スタッフさんのおかげで沢山のイルカや亀を見ることができました！スタッフみなさん本当に一生懸命「ここにイルカがいるよ～！！」などとみんなを先導してくださり素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができました。ただ1点だけ、私が隅々まで説明を読んでいなかったからかもしれませんが、カメラマンさんが随時みんなの写真を撮ってくれます！写真も載せているようにとても素敵でかなり気に入っていますが、値段が高いです・・・５～６千円くらいです。これは撮影終わったバスのなかで初めて聞きました。もちろん購入は自由だそうですが、みんなで撮った写真はほとんどの人がほしくなると思いますので追加で写真代金も念頭においてください。
ですが内容も写真も最高だったので私は大満足です。フレンドリーで温かいスタッフさんありがとうございました！！またハワイに行く際には絶対参加します！

We participated as a family of four. Early in the morning, there are important safety briefings on the bus. The tour was packed with activities, including four opportunities to enter the water while searching for dolphins, snorkeling with sea turtles, and time to challenge ourselves with canoeing.

家族4人で参加。朝早くバス中も安全上大切な説明があります。イルカを探して4回の入水、海亀と一緒に泳いだシュノーケリングとカヌー挑戦の時間など、休むまもないほど中身の詰まったツアーでした。◎

Watching the dolphins swim in a group, I could see the sand on the ocean floor clearly, and it was very beautiful. They also guided us to a spot where we could see sea turtles well, and the guide made sure to check in with each person to see if they could see everything, which I found impressive for the attention to detail in their service.

イルカが群れで泳ぐ姿を眺めると、海底の砂までよく見えて、とても綺麗でした。ウミガメもよく見えるスポットに案内してくださり、また、ガイドさんがひとりひとりにちゃんと見えたか声をかけていて、きめ細かなサービスに感心しました。

I couldn't meet the dolphins, but I had a great time. Since I had been learning hula dancing, I was really happy that they danced hula on the boat. It was also nice that they kept the atmosphere lively while we were searching for dolphins, allowing us to enjoy our time on board. After coming out of the water, some people were shivering in the wind, so I was glad I borrowed a wetsuit, but it was a bit tight, and it became uncomfortable after spending a long time on the boat. I regretted not getting a larger size. I wonder if someone brought bananas on board? I'll try again next time.

イルカに会えなかったけれども…
楽しめました。
私は、フラダンスを習っていた事もあり、船上でフラダンスを踊ってくれたのは、嬉しかったです。
イルカにを探している間、船上で楽しい時間を過ごせるよう、盛り上げてくれたのも良かったです。
海から上がり、濡れた身体で風を受けると、寒く震えている方もいましたのでウエットスーツを借りて良かったですが…少しキツかったので、長い時間船上で過ごしていると苦しかったです。もうひとサイズあげてもらえば良かったと…少し後悔。
誰か、船上にバナナを持ち込んでいたのかしら？
次回も、チャレンジして見ます。

The weather was nice, and I was looking forward to it, but for some reason, I couldn't see any dolphins. The staff seemed a bit disappointed too. However, all the staff were very kind, and since they spoke Japanese, I was able to participate in the tour with peace of mind.

I will try again next time! Thank you!

お天気も良く、期待していましたが、なぜかイルカにあえませんでした。
スタッフの方も少しがっかりしてたようです。
でも、スタッフの方は、みんなやさしく、日本語も通じたので
安心してツアーに参加できました。

次回またチャレンジします！
ありがとうございました

We had Bob take us out to the west coast for the day, he was super knowledgeable about the history of Hawaii and provided a great cultural insight Into the lifestyle of the people.

We visited a magnificent cave, and several picturesque locations, followed up with a snorkel that was really appropriate to our skill level (intermediate).

He took plenty of pictures for us, and it was good to know that the tour went ahead regardless of numbers.

Fantastic day, best one of the holiday yet!

I participated in a monitor tour in July 2017, and to sum it up, it was definitely the right choice! The photos are small since they were taken from outside, but I actually got to dive and swim with dolphins, and I also encountered stingrays! The sea turtles were swimming slowly, so I got to play alongside them (ﾟωﾟ). This is something you can't do on your own, so I think that's the charm of the tour.

However, since you don't go out too far, if you're mainly thinking about coral and colorful fish, you might be a little disappointed. Also, depending on the weather, the visibility can sometimes be low. It seemed particularly beautiful on the day I went, but since this is nature, there's not much you can do about it.

The staff operating the tour were all very kind, and I truly believe that even those who are anxious about swimming can have a great time! I think this is a recommended activity for anyone considering a marine tour.

2017年の7月にモニターツアーとして参加しましが、結論から言うと大正解でした！
写真は外からなので小さいですが、実際に潜ってイルカと一緒に泳げましたし、エイにも会えました
！ウミガメはゆっくり泳いでたので、隣で一緒に遊泳しました(ﾟωﾟ)これは個人でできることではないので、ツアーの魅力かと思います

ただ、あまり沖に出ないので、サンゴとかカラフルなお魚をメインに考えてると、少しがっかりかもしれません。また、天気によっては透明度が低い時もあるみたいです。本日は特に綺麗だったみたいですが、こればかりは自然が相手なので仕方ないですけどね

当日大学を運営しているスタッフの方も親切な方ばかりで、泳ぎに不安のある方も本当に楽しめると思います！
マリンツアーを迷っている方にはオススメのアティビティだと思います

I was the only one participating alone, surrounded by couples and families. I felt a bit lonely on the shuttle bus, but once I boarded, the staff greeted me, and my worries were dispelled! I was able to see dolphins and turtles safely! Additionally, I was able to see a monk seal, which is a rare sight. I'm grateful for the staff's thoughtfulness!

一人での参加は他におらず、周りはカップルとファミリーばかりでした。行き送迎バスで少し孤独を感じていましたが、いざ乗船するとスタッフの方々に声を掛けていただき、心配は払拭されました！無事、イルカ、カメにも会えました！それに滅多に見れないモンクシールも観ることができました。
スタッフの心配りに感謝です！

I challenged myself to swim with wild dolphins, but due to the cloudy weather, I only saw one far away. It was murky and hard to see, but I was glad to have encountered it. I did see a pod, but it was disappointing that I couldn't see them up close. I'm glad I had the unique experience of eating hamburgers and dancing.

野生のイルカと泳げるというので挑戦しましたが、曇りというのもあり一匹だけ遠くに見えました。濁っていてわかりにくかったですが、会えてよかったです。群れには会えたのですが近くで見れなかったのは残念でした。ハンバーガーを食べたり踊ったりなかなか出来ない体験が出来て良かったです。

In a word, it was an unforgettable time like a dream. The staff were all very service-oriented! With their rich experience, we encountered a pod of dolphins shortly after setting sail. That day, we were lucky enough to observe two pods of dolphins as we splashed down twice. The dolphins swam around us for a long time, allowing us to take beautiful photos with our personal waterproof cameras.

There was also plenty of time to enjoy activities like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, making it a thoroughly enjoyable tour. The dedicated photographer not only took pictures but also kept the laughter going during the boat ride thanks to him. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate again and see sea turtles up close.

ひと言でいうと、夢のような忘れられない時間でした。
スタッフさんみんなサービス精神旺盛！経験も豊富なので、出航して割とすぐにイルカの群れに出逢えました。この日は運良く2回着水して2群れのイルカを観察することができました。イルカもまた私たちの周辺を長い時間行ったり来たりしてくれたため、個人の防水カメラでもキレイに写真が撮れました。
その後カヤックやスタンドアップパドルなどのアクティビティを楽しむ時間もたっぷりあって、十二分に楽しめるツアーでした。
専属のカメラマンは写真を撮ってくれるだけでなく、行き帰りの船内は彼のおかげで笑い声は絶える事がありませんでした。
また今度ハワイに行く機会があったら、再度参加してウミガメも是非間近で見てみたいと思います。

The dolphins were number one, and the staff's enthusiasm and help made me feel at ease. I definitely want to participate again. Mahalo (^^)

1番はイルカですがスタッフの盛り上げやヘルプが安心でした、
また是非参加したいと思ってます
mahalo(^^)

I signed up for this tour because I love dolphins.

We stopped the boat in an area where dolphins are often seen, and when I entered the water and followed the instructor, there were dolphins right below my feet!!

It felt more like seeing dolphins in the same ocean (the same space) from a distance rather than swimming with them. For someone like me who wanted to swim together, it was a bit unsatisfying.

However, with short fins and simple life jackets provided, I think this tour can be enjoyed even by those who are anxious about swimming or lack physical strength.

On the boat, the co-captain was very engaging, which made the experience enjoyable. It was also clear that the other staff members were trying to entertain the guests, which was great.

Thank you very much.

大好きなイルカと泳げるとのことでこのツアーに申し込みました。

イルカがよくいるところに船を停めて、入水しインストラクターさんについていくと足元の下の下のほうにイルカが！！

一緒に泳ぐというよりは、遠くのほうにいるイルカを同じ海の中（同じ空間）で見る感じでした。
一緒に泳ぎたかった私にとってはちょっと物足りなかったです。

ただ、フィンも短く簡易なライフジャケットがあるので泳ぎに不安がある人や体力に自信がない方でも十分に楽しめるツアーかと思います。

船上では副船長にたくさんかまって頂いて楽しむことが出来ました。他のスタッフさんもお客さんを楽しませようというのが伝わってきたのでとても良かったです。

ありがとうございました。

I was able to see wild dolphins swimming in a pod for the first time. I also got to see sea turtles up close in the water... it was moving. The hamburger for lunch was delicious too!

The group I joined consisted entirely of Japanese customers. Perhaps because of that, a Japanese female crew member was there from the pickup, which made me feel at ease. I participated at the end of June, and since it was quite windy, I followed the advice of the Japanese female crew member and borrowed a wetsuit over my rash guard. As a result, the water temperature was comfortable, and I didn't feel too cold while on the boat.

By the way, it might be good to have a chamois towel (which you can use to wipe off most of the moisture and can be reused if you wring it out towards the sea) and a dry beach towel (to use as much as possible without getting wet, draping it over your back) with you. The air conditioning on the return bus is strong too...

初めて野生のイルカが群れをなして泳ぐところを見ることができました。ウミガメも海の中で、至近距離で見ることができ・・・感動。
ランチのハンバーガーも美味しかったです！

私が参加したグループは日本人のお客さんばかりでした。それもあってか？日本人女性のクルーがピックアップの時点からいてくださっていて、安心でした。
参加したのは6月末ですが、風が強かったこともあり、日本人女性クルーのアドバイスに従ってラッシュガードの上からさらにウェットスーツを借りて着ました。結果、海の水温もそれで心地よく、船上に上がっている時もあまり寒くありませんでした。
ちなみに、セームタオル一本（これで主な水分を拭き取る。海に向かって絞れればまた使えるので便利）と、乾いたビーチタオル（なるべく最後まで濡らさず背中にかけたりして使う）があると良いかもしれません。
帰りのバスも、冷房が強いですので・・・。

In the sea with the best transparency, I was able to encounter a pod of nearly 150 dolphins. The dolphins didn't just swim past us quickly; they circled around us multiple times.

They swam so close that I could clearly see their eyes, rather than just appearing small in the distance. On the contrary, I was filled with surprise and emotion, wondering if it was really okay for them to come so close.

The staff also provided strict instructions for safety, but at the same time, they kept the atmosphere lively on the boat, allowing us to have a truly enjoyable time.

最高の透明度の海の中で
１５０頭近いイルカの群れに出会うことが出来ました。イルカの群れはさっと目の前を通り過ぎるのではなく、私たちのそばを何度も回遊してくれました。

ずっと遠くのほうに小さく見えるのではなく、はっきりと、イルカの瞳を確認できるほど、近くを泳いでくれました。
反対に、こんなに近づいてしまっていいのだろうかと思うほどで、驚きと感動でいっぱいになりました。

スタッフの方も、安全のために
厳しい言葉でしっかりと指示を出してくださいました。一方で船の上ではとても盛り上げてくださり、本当に楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。

One of the staff members was not Japanese, but they spoke Japanese very fluently and were friendly, which made me feel at ease. I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles, but I couldn't get close enough to interact with the dolphins; I only saw a few of them from a distance, which was a bit disappointing (this might be due to the nature of the experience and timing). However, overall, I had a great time, enjoying lunch on the boat and snorkeling to see the sea turtles.

スタッフのうち一人は日本人ではなかったですが日本語がとても流暢で感じもよく安心できました。
イルカもウミガメも見れましたが、
イルカと触れ合えるほど近くでは見れず、遠くに数匹程度ずつ見えたという感じだったので（これは自然相手でタイミングなのかもしれませんが）少し残念でした。
ただ、そのほか全体通して、ランチでボート上でのランチやシュノーケリングでウミガメを見れたりなど楽しい時間をすごすことができました。

I had done dolphin watching before, but I had never swum with them, so I decided to participate. The dolphins were only there for a moment, but I was close enough to touch a sea turtle! It was so moving! I also tried stand-up paddleboarding for the first time, and even though I was wobbling, I managed to stand up and ended up playing until the very end while other groups returned to the boat. The energetic staff and photographer made the time fly by. When I asked people who have been to Hawaii, they mentioned that this experience is quite famous? I heard that it can be hard to make a reservation... I think I understand why it's so popular!

イルカウォッチングはした事はありましたが、一緒に泳ぐ！はした事がなかったので参加。イルカは一瞬でしたがウミガメは触れる距離に！感動でした！SUPも初めてやりましたがぐらぐらしながらも立て、他のグループが船に戻る中最後まで遊んでしまいました。テンション高いスタッフ、カメラマンであっという間の時間でした。ハワイに行った人に聞くと結構有名？予約取れなくて…という話も聞きました。人気の理由がわかった気がします！

I was moved to see a pod of dolphins and sea turtles, and the cheerful crew made the experience enjoyable on board! I was very grateful that they also took care of my 4-year-old daughter, who was scared of the ocean and stayed on the boat, and she had a great time too!

イルカの群れにも海亀にも会えて感動した他、陽気なクルーの皆様が盛り上げて楽しませてくれたので船上でも楽しく過ごせました！海を怖がり船に残った4歳の娘の面倒も見て頂けてとてもありがたかったし娘も楽しめました！

The Japanese female staff member explained everything politely, and I had a great time! I was lucky to see 20 dolphins and a sea turtle too!

Thank you so much!!!!

女性の日本人staffさんが丁寧に説明してくれて凄く楽しかったです(´∇｀)
イルカ20頭＆海亀も見られてラッキーでした♡

ほんとにありがとうございました!!!!

I'll start with the positive.

The crew is young and enthusiastic. Everyone had smiles and was helpful with the gear.

This is a great excursion for tourists and beginner snorkelers. Great vivews of the Eastern part of the island and a pleasant swim with sea life. The crew teaches everyone how to use the equipment and will help people in the water. They spend about 20 minutes at each site so, for experienced snorkelers, it can be a little dull.

The hotel pickup was on time and the driver was good. The van is new and the ride was smooth.

You will be visiting with Spinner Dolphins. They are small dolphin and swim in pods of 30. The captain knows their favorite spots and will make sure you get to swim with them. By law, you will need to be wearing a life jacket to do this part of the swim. We got to see two pods. It was delightful. This tour company was knowledgeable about dolphins and is conerned with their safety.

We stopped at two more snorkeling locations. The fist stop was a small cove and the second had turtles.

The lunch at the Spinner cafe was good. I had the breakfast burrito and it was tasty and well prepared. The menu is small but the portions are big. The pancakes looked really good.

The reason for my 3 stars is not the quality of the company but an incident I had. The crew should be better trained in basic fist aid. I ended up treating myself with the supplies I keep in my bag. After asking if I was okay, no one helped or checked on my for the rest of the trip.

I would recommend this for people visiting Ohau and beginner snorkelers.

We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon and participated in this tour! Since it was overseas, I had some concerns, but they explained everything thoroughly and provided transportation, allowing us to experience it without any worries.

I was excited to see dolphins, and we were able to see a pod of wild dolphins not once, but twice! It was an emotional and joyful experience like nothing I had ever felt before! Swimming with turtles and fish was also a lot of fun!

On the boat, we enjoyed delicious hamburgers and snacks, and since we were a bit tired from traveling, we were able to take a nap at our own pace, which was great. They took many wonderful photos, and looking back at them brings back those joyful memories.

The tour staff created a very fun atmosphere, making it the best memory of our honeymoon. I highly recommend this experience to anyone considering a marine adventure!

新婚旅行でハワイに行き、このツアーに参加しました！ 海外ということもあり不安な点もありましたが、丁寧に説明してくださり送迎もしてくださりなんの不安もなく体験することができました。
イルカに出会えるかドキドキでしたが、二回も野生のイルカの群れを見ることができました！今までに経験したことのない、感動と嬉しさでした！
また亀や魚と一緒に泳げたのも楽しかったです！
船の上では美味しいハンバーガーやお菓子をいただき、旅疲れが出ていた頃で昼寝もさせてもらい…自分のペースで楽しむことができ良かったです。
素敵な写真もたくさんの撮っていただき、後から見返すとまた楽しかった思い出が蘇ります♪
ツアーのスタッフの方たちもとても楽しい雰囲気を作ってくださり、ハネムーンの１番の思い出になりました。海での体験を考えている方にぜひオススメしたいです！

I definitely wanted to swim with dolphins during this trip to Hawaii, so I signed up for a tour. Unfortunately, I didn't see a single dolphin, but I thoroughly enjoyed stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling, and had a great time with lunch on the boat and a hula experience! The crew was friendly and taught us with care, which made me feel very comfortable and able to enjoy myself. For my revenge challenge, I was able to meet many dolphin teachers and sea turtle professors, and I was extremely satisfied!

今回のハワイで必ずドルフィンスイムがしたく、ツアーに申し込みしました。
残念ながらイルカは一匹も見れなかったんですが、スタンダップパドルやシュノーケリングなどを堪能し、船上でのランチやフラ体験などとても楽しい時間でした！
クルーの皆さんもフレンドリーで丁寧に教えてくださり、とっても安心して楽しめました(^^)
リベンジでのチャレンジでイルカ先生もウミガメ大教授にもたくさん会うことができ、大大大満足でした

The tour guide was very nice, but I wish they had informed us upfront that we needed wetsuits and that there would be various costs involved. I can't swim, so I just watched, but I ended up feeling nauseous, which was tough. I think it might be a bit difficult for non-swimmers.

ツアーの方がとてもいい方でしたが、最初にウエットスーツが必要とか、もろもろお金が必要だったので、最初に伝えて欲しいです。私は泳げないので、みてただけでしたが、酔ってしまい、辛かったです。泳げない人はちょっと無理かなぁ

This was my first overseas trip☆ I came to meet dolphins! I have dived many times in Okinawa, but this was my first time on such a fun tour! It seemed like the timing was perfect for seeing dolphins, as they came right up to my feet multiple times, and I was so moved ( ⸝⸝•௰•⸝⸝ ). And then! A sea turtle!! I was very surprised to see it swimming close enough to touch ('ﾛ' ). All the divers and the captain were funny and kind, and in the end, we all got to dance the hula together, which was so much fun!! I even got to meet a mermaid!? (laughs) Next time I come to Hawaii, I’ll definitely ask Dolphin University again ( ˆoˆ )/

初めての海外旅行☆イルカに会いたくて来ました！沖縄では何度もダイビングの経験はありますが、こんなに楽しいツアーは初めてでした！イルカが見れたのもとってもいいタイミングだったみたいで何度も足元に来てくれて感激でした( ⸝⸝•௰•⸝⸝ )そして！海亀ちゃん!!手が触れれる距離まで泳いでてとても驚きました('ﾛ' )ダイバーの皆さんも船長さんも皆さん面白くて優しくて最後はみんなでフラも踊れて楽しかったです!!マーメイドにも会えたし！？（笑）次ハワイに来た時もイルカ大学さんにお願いします( ˆoˆ )/

Three years ago, I participated in Dolphin Junior High, and this time I joined Dolphin University. We encountered dolphins right after departing, and later we got incredibly close to dolphins and sea turtles, which was thrilling! We even took a two-shot photo with a sea turtle, making it the best day ever. I'm going to work hard and save money so I can definitely come back to Hawaii in two years!!!

3年前にイルカ中学に参加して今回は、イルカ大学に参加しました。出港してすぐにイルカと遭遇してその後もイルカ・ウミガメに大接近して手が届くような場面に大興奮です。ウミガメとの２ショット写真も撮っていただき最高の１日でした。２年後にまた参加できるように仕事を頑張って貯金して絶対にハワイに来るぞー！！！

As soon as we headed out to sea, the dolphins appeared!! They were swimming right next to us! Everyone jumped in one by one, and the staff worked hard to guide us to where the dolphins were☆

Then, right in front of us and just below, there were dolphins!! Seeing the dolphins up close, their eyes weren't wide open but half-closed (laughs), and it felt like they understood something, which was a bit thrilling (laughs).

The hamburgers, snacks, and juice on the boat weren't anything particularly fancy, but they were delicious♡

Chinatsu, the kind and straightforward staff member, truly loves dolphins and made a great effort to convey their charm, which impressed me!

The dolphin tour with the gentle captain and cheerful staff was the best time☆ Thank you so much♡

By the way, in February, while there was some sunshine, it was still a bit chilly, so I had a hand warmer in my hoodie pocket.

Also, I recommend taking motion sickness medication early to prevent seasickness~

For those who will be participating, please enjoy it♡

海へ出てすぐイルカ先生登場！！
すぐ横泳いでる！みんな飛び込め〜〜と順番に海に入りスタッフさんが一生懸命イルカのいる場所へ誘導してくれます☆

するとすぐ目の前や真下にイルカが！！
間近で見るイルカの目はクリクリじゃなくて、半開き（笑）で何か悟られたようでドキっとしました（笑）

船でのハンバーガーやお菓子、ジュースは特別高価なものじゃないけど美味しいです♡

優しく姉御肌でサバサバしたスタッフのチナツさんは本当にイルカが大好きで一生懸命イルカの良さを伝えようとしてくれたお姿に感銘を受けました！

そして優しい船長や陽気なスタッフの皆さんとのイルカツアーは最高の時間でした☆
本当にありがとうございました♡

ちなみに、2月は日差しはあるとのの、まだ肌寒くパーカーのポケットにカイロを入れて羽織ってました(>_<)

あと船酔い防止の為早めに酔い止めを飲むのがオススメですよ〜

これから参加する方ぜひ楽しんで来てください♡