Reviewed by: とらちゃん
It was my first time swimming with dolphins, and it was truly amazing!
The weather on the day of participation was cloudy, and it had just rained, making the temperature quite low, which wasn't ideal.
I knew very well that since they are wild animals, the chance of seeing them is not 100%, so I was quite anxious... but!
I was able to see many dolphins, and I was genuinely moved!
I thought I wouldn't be able to get too close since you're not supposed to chase them, and I hoped to see them from a distance, but unexpectedly, I got to see them up close and was super excited!
When I dove a little, I felt like I could reach out and touch them—how could they be so close?!
After the dolphin swim, I went snorkeling and saw small fish and a sea turtle.
Unlike dolphins, the sea turtle swam while being rocked by the waves, so even though I knew I shouldn't touch it, I felt a bit nervous when it came close to me. (laughs)
I probably didn't swim for very long during the dolphin swim or snorkeling, but it did take quite a bit of energy.
So, the cheeseburger made by the captain tasted even better.
The crew members were all very nice, and it seemed like they were keeping a close eye on those who were anxious about swimming or their stamina.
The photos taken by the photographer can be purchased separately.
Before the dolphin swim, there was an explanation, and the guide, Musashi, said,
"You are free to take photos with your own camera, but don't get too caught up in taking pictures. See the dolphins with your own eyes! You can also purchase photos from the photographer."
At that moment, I thought, "They just want to sell photos..." (sorry about that), but those words are true!
I believe you should definitely see the wild dolphins with your own eyes and imprint that memory.
At the end, there was even a discussion about environmental considerations for the dolphins, which really touched me.
It made me think about starting small eco-friendly practices so that dolphin swim tours can continue for a long time.
One thing I was concerned about was that the day of participation coincided with the Honolulu Half Marathon, which caused traffic restrictions, and the pickup took over an hour.
Since we were the first pickup, we spent quite a long time on the bus. (laughs)
The guides worked hard to manage the situation, and in the end, we got to see the dolphins without any complaints, but I think the marathon wasn't something that was decided yesterday or today, so it would have been even better if some measures could have been taken!
人生初のドルフィンスイムでしたが、本当に最高でした!
参加日は曇り、ついさっきまで雨が降っていて気温も低めというあまり良くないコンディション。
野生の生き物なので見れる確率は100%ではないのは重々承知の上参加していますがとても不安…でしたが!
沢山のイルカを見る事が出来て本当に本当に感動しました!
イルカは追いかけてはいけないし、あまり近くにより過ぎる事もないだろうから遠目に見れたら良いな…と思っていたのですが、予想外に近くで見れて大興奮!
ちょっと潜水したら手が届きそうでこんなにも近くで見れるの!?と思いました。
ドルフィンスイム後のシュノーケリングでは小さい魚やウミガメを見ました。
ウミガメはイルカと違い波に揺られながら泳いでいるので触れてはいけない…とわかっていてもウミガメの方から近付いてきてヒヤヒヤしました。笑
ドルフィンスイムもシュノーケリングも恐らくそんなに長くやっていないのですが、結構体力使います。
なのでキャプテンが作ってくれるチーズバーガーがより美味しく感じました。
クルーの皆さんはとても良い方ばかりで、泳ぎや体力に不安がある方はきちんと見ていてくれているようでした。
カメラマンさんが撮ってくれた写真は別途有料で購入出来ます。
ドルフィンスイム前に説明があるのですが、ガイドのムサシさんが
「自分のカメラで写真を撮るのは自由ですが、写真を撮る事にとらわれ過ぎないで。自分の目でイルカを見て!写真はカメラマンからも購入出来ます。」
と仰っていて、この時は「写真を買わせようとしているな…」と思っていましたが(すみません)
この言葉は本当です!
野生のイルカ、絶対自分の目でしっかり見て焼き付けるべきだと思います。
最後はイルカの為に環境配慮の話しまであり、ジーンとしました。
いつまでもドルフィンスイムツアーが可能なよう、自分も小さな事からエコを始めようと考えさせられました。
一つ気になったのは参加日がホノルルハーフマラソン当日で交通規制がかかりピックアップのみで1時間超えだった事。
私達は一番最初のピックアップだったので結構長い間バスに乗りました。笑
ガイドさん達も一生懸命対処してくださりましたし、結果的にイルカも見れて文句無し、ですがマラソン自体は昨日今日決まった事ではないと思うので、何かしらの対策を講じる事が出来ていたら更に良かったのかな!?と思います!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Chiyoko
I traveled to Hawaii without deciding what to do and made reservations on-site. I booked the Segway and Kualoa Ranch by phone, but it was inconvenient without a local number. However, with Veltra, everything was done via email and in Japanese, which was super convenient...!!!
On Saturday morning, I wanted to go to the farmers' market featured in the manga "Chatterbox After Breakfast," so I reserved the afternoon barbecue lunch option.
Basically, wearing a swimsuit is fine. I wore a bikini-style swimsuit that looked almost like clothes, along with a cover-up and a T-shirt, and most people around me were dressed similarly.
Depending on the weather, the day I went was not great, and it was really cold. I passed by the morning group at the dock, and everyone looked cold, but aside from that, it was really good.
- The barbecue lunch was a buffet style on the boat, and surprisingly delicious.
- I encountered a sea turtle. It came close to the boat as if the captain was keeping it. It swam right next to us.
- The snorkeling was fun with high visibility.
- For those who want to try stand-up paddleboarding, it's available! I didn't do it, but I regretted not trying.
- Hot coffee and tea were also available.
- Photos can be downloaded from the web later.
They also lend wetsuits for free to those who want them. Onboard, they sell waterproof disposable cameras, beach shoes, rash guards, T-shirts, and anti-nausea bands. The prices aren't excessively high compared to the market, so it might be worth buying. They also offer rentals for waterproof digital cameras.
What I was glad I brought was a waterproof case for my phone. Depending on the time and season, the day I went had quite a bit of water, and there weren't any beautiful dry sandy beaches like in the guidebooks. The water level was consistently around chest to shoulder height. A regular phone would definitely get submerged.
I brought a regular-sized towel, but a slightly larger one or even a bath towel would have been better since it was cold.
I want to try again on a nice day!
ハワイで、なにをするかも決めずにバタバタと渡航して、現地から予約。セグウェイとかクアロアランチは電話予約したのですが、現地の番号がないと不便でしたが、ベルトラからだとオールEメール、オール日本語でめっちゃ便利....!!!
土曜、午前中は、漫画「おしゃべりは朝ごはんのあとで」のハワイ編でも紹介されていたファーマーズマーケットへ行きたかったので、午後のバーベキューランチ付きの方を予約。
基本的に水着を着てけばオーケー。わたしはビキニタイプのほぼ洋服みたいな水着に、はおりもの+Tシャツでいきましたが、周りもほとんど同じような感じです。
天候によりますが、わたしが行った日は天候に恵まれず、すごく寒かったです。。
船着場で午前便の人たちとすれ違ったのですが、皆さん寒そうでファンになりましたが、寒い、という以外はすごくよかったです。
-バーベキューランチは船上でビュッフェすたいるなんだけど、以外と美味しい。
-ウミガメ遭遇しました。キャプテンが飼ってるんじゃないかというくらい船に寄ってくる。リアルに横を泳ぐ。
-シュノーケルも透明度高くて楽しかった
-Supやりたい人は体験可能!これやらなかったんだけど、やればよかったと後悔。
-飲み物はホットのコーヒーとお茶もある
-写真は後日一枚、ウェブからダウンロード可能
ウェットスーツも希望者に無料で貸し出してくれます。
船上での販売物として、写ルンです(防水)、ビーチシューズ、ラッシュガード、Tシャツ、酔い止め防止バンドなどあります。相場より並外れて高いというほどではないので、購入してもいいかも。防水デジカメの貸し出しもあるそうです。
持って行ってよかったのは携帯の防水ケース。時間と時期によるのか、わたしが行った日はだいぶ水があって、ガイドブックに載ってるような干上がった美しい砂浜はなかったです。常に胸下から肩くらいまでの水位。普通の携帯なら確実に水没します。
タオルは普通サイズのタオルでいったんだけど、少し大きめか、いっそバスタオルがよかったかも。寒かったから。
天気いい時にリベンジしたい!
Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
Thank you for the very detailed report! I hope it will be helpful for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you back, Chiyoko! With the sea turtles!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
とっても詳細なレポートありがとうございます!! 皆様に参考にして頂けると嬉しいです。Chiyoko様のリベンジ参加。ウミガメとともにお待ちしてます!!
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/14 |
Reviewed by: Mrs Wilkinson
We had a great morning at the ranch. My husband loves driving the raptor and it was great to see where all our favourite tv shows and movies were filmed. Even if you’re not a movie buff the scenery alone is worth the visit, an absolutely stunning place! Great guides too who make you feel very relaxed and make it great fun.
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| Packages: | Now Available! One Hour ATV (2 - 5 Passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: mnwest
My family had a fantastic time! Thanks for an enjoyable experience. Seeing the dolphins was the highlight! We would do this again.
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| Packages: | Tradewind Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/15 |
Reviewed by: なっちゃん
The diverse show was fast-paced and kept me entertained the whole time! The quality of the performances was high, and the food was really delicious. Even those who are not interested in hula will enjoy it!
バラエティに富んだショーは、展開が早く
飽きずにずっと楽しめました!
パフォーマスのクオリティが高く
そして、食事がすごく美味しかっです。
フラに興味がない人もいいですね!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(サイド席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Christel and Jason
My husband and I went on a North shore / O'ahu tour a week ago with Aloha Island Expedition. We had a wonderful time and we got to see and experience a lot of unique sites throughout the day. It was the best day we've had in our 3-weeks visit to Hawai'i. Our guide was very friendly, thoughtful and knowledgeable and he really customized the day's activities based on our interests. He went out of his way to make sure that everything went smoothly and that we had the best time. We saw so much in 8-hours! Some of the highlights of our tour were: the Royal Mausoleum, the Green World coffee farms (such good coffee!), the many beaches along the North Shore, the Byodo-Inn temple, the Nu'uanu pali and (my personal favorite) the Ulupo heiau. Our lunch of Huli-Huli chicken and Garlic shrimp was also ono! There was nothing negative to say about the tour. It was all around wonderful. We would highly recommend it to anyone interested in seeing O'ahu in a more "authentic" light as well as people trying to see all that they can see in a day. We will definitively book another tour through Aloha Island Expedition the next time we come back to O'ahu. Mahalo nui, guys, for a job very well done!
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| Packages: | 6 Hour - Full Day Package (up to 12 participants) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/11 |
Reviewed by: ますもと
I wondered if two hours would be too long, but it wasn't at all; before I knew it, the time had flown by as I became completely absorbed in the experience. Riding in such magnificent scenery, which you can't see in Japan, made me feel like an adventurer or an explorer.
Even though I can only speak a few words, the reception and the guide were friendly and accommodating, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience.
My wife's horse was lively and sometimes didn't listen, while my horse was timid and descended slowly but was obedient. It was fun to see the differences in their personalities.
2時間では長いかな?と思いましたがそんなことはなく夢中になっているうちに終わってしまっていました。日本では見られないような壮大な景色の中、体験する乗馬はまるで冒険家、探検家になったかのような気分でした。
単語しかしゃべれない私にも受付、ガイドの方ともに対応、愛想が良く安心して楽しめました。
また嫁の馬は活発で言うことを聞かない場面も。私の馬は臆病で下りはゆーっくり下る子だけど従順だったり性格に違いもみれるのも楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/現地集合・解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/15 |
Reviewed by: hana
I had previously swum with wild dolphins on another tour, and the experience was unforgettable. This time, I wanted to try a different tour, so I joined the highly-rated and well-organized tour by the prestigious Dolphin University.
On the bus ride there, the guide shared not only knowledge about dolphins but also various stories about Hawaii, and before I knew it, we arrived at the port. The guides and crew members had a great rapport, and everyone was friendly, creating a wonderful atmosphere from start to finish.
Once we set sail, we quickly spotted wild dolphins! We could see them jumping from the boat, and I hurriedly got ready to jump in! A large pod of dolphins swam back and forth near us, and it felt like we were swimming together. I was truly moved. I think I swam quite hard for a significant amount of time, but I was so engrossed that I forgot all about the fatigue.
When I got back on the boat, the crew had prepared freshly made hamburgers for us. After that, we moved to a snorkeling spot, where we were able to see many fish. We even spotted swimming sea turtles, which was very satisfying!
We jumped off the boat into the sea, did some stand-up paddleboarding, and on the way back, we all danced the hula together. It was truly a packed and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
The next time I participate in a dolphin swimming tour, I would definitely like to use Dolphin University again!
以前他のツアーで野生のイルカと泳いだことがあり、その感動が忘れられず、今回は前回と違うツアーで参加してみたいと思い、評判もよく、内容も充実している名門イルカ大学さんのツアーに参加させていただきました。
行きのバスではガイドの方からイルカの知識だけでなく、ハワイに関するいろいろなお話も聞け、あっという間に港まで着きました。ガイドやクルーの方同士も仲が良く、皆さんフレンドリーで最初から最後までとても雰囲気がよかったです。
いざ出港してからは、本当にすぐに野生のイルカを発見!
船からも飛び跳ねるイルカの姿が見え、急いで準備をして飛び込みました!
たくさんのイルカの群れが何度も行ったり来たりで近くを泳いでくれ、真下を通ったり、一緒に泳いでいるような感覚で、本当に感動しました。結構な時間、しっかりハードに泳いだと思うのですが、そんな疲れを忘れてしまうくらい、夢中になってしまいました。
船に上がると、クルーの方がハンバーガーを作ってくれていて、できたてをいただきました。
その後はシュノーケルのスポットに移動したのですが、こちらもたくさんの魚を見ることができました。泳いでいるウミガメも見られ、大満足でした!
船からジャンプして海に飛び込んだり、SUPができたり、帰りはみんなでフラを踊ったり、本当に最初から最後まで盛りだくさんで楽しませていただきました。
またイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加する際は、名門イルカ大学さんを利用したいと思います!
Dear Hana,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University.
We are very pleased to hear from your comments that you enjoyed your time with us. Please do come back to see Dolphin Sensei and us again. We look forward to the day we can meet you again!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha hana様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
hana様のお楽しみいただけた様子がコメントから伝わり、スタッフ・クルー一同大変嬉しく思っております。
是非またイルカ先生や私たちに会いにお越しくださいませ。
hana様に改めてお会いできる日を楽しみしております!!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/01 |
Reviewed by: ミーナ
This time the waves were high, so it was a bit disappointing that we couldn't go out far! But my friend, who was there for the first time, was happy and enjoyed it.
今回は波が高く あまり沖に出てもらえなかったのが少し残念‼︎でも初めての 友達は喜んで楽しんでました。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/10 |
Reviewed by: ポン太
The show was amazing. Everyone in the venue was applauding enthusiastically. Some foreign guests gave a standing ovation. The food was mediocre, but the shrimp was delicious.
ショーは最高でした。会場全ての人が拍手喝采。一部の外国人はスタンディングオベーションでした。
食事はイマイチですが、シュリンプは美味しいですよ。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/14 |
Reviewed by: りとち
The Japanese guide and all the staff were very cheerful and made the experience enjoyable! However, the weather was bad with rain and wind, and it was very cold, so we couldn't see any beautiful scenery at all... Everyone was shivering... It made me want to go home early. There's nothing we can do about the weather, though. This is part of the nature experience. Towards the end, they served us warm drinks, which was a relief. To be honest, I wish they had served them a bit earlier.
日本のガイドさんもスタッフ皆さんも、とても明るく楽しく盛り上げてくれて良かっです!
しかし、天気が悪く雨と風でとても寒く、綺麗な景色も全く見れず…
みんなブルブルガクガク…
寒いから早く帰りたくなりました。
天気ばかりは、どうしようもないですね。
これも、自然体験。
最後の方に温かい飲み物を出してくれてホッとしました。もう少し早く出して欲しかったのが本音。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/14 |
Reviewed by: nao
It was quite a hard tour starting at 5:30 AM, but we got to see dolphins, whales, and sea turtles! The staff had great energy, and there was time for fun. I was very tired, but it was so much fun!
朝5時半集合でなかなかのハードツアーでしたがいるか、くじら、海ガメも見れました!
スタッフのノリも良く、遊びの時間もありとっても疲れましたがとっても楽しかったです。
Thank you for your feedback. We hope you come back to meet the marine life in Hawaii again!
ご感想ありがとうございます。ぜひ、またハワイの海の生き物たちに会いにきてください!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定】グループ割引キャンペーン/7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/10 |
Reviewed by: nao
I had so much fun last year, so I'm participating again this year!
You can enjoy it as many times as you want!
This time, there were mostly Westerners, and the spontaneous singing of birthday songs and the lively atmosphere were so much fun that I ended up getting a bit tipsy.
It seems like this will become a tradition in Hawaii!
昨年とても楽しかったので、今年も参加!
何回でも楽しめます!
今回はほとんどが欧米人ばかりでいきなりのバースデーソング熱唱やノリが楽しくてついつい酔ってしまいました。
ハワイの恒例になりそうです!
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/11 |
Reviewed by: TKSM
Jumping out of a Cessna from an altitude of about 4,200 meters and experiencing free fall is simply incredible! The sensation of falling at 200 km/h is amazing! When I landed on the ground, I couldn't help but shout, "Awesome!"
4200mほどの高度からセスナを飛び出し、一気にフリーフォール!時速200kmの体感はすごいの一言に尽きる!地上に降りたときには「最高!」と叫びます。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル<1名様申込> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: ハワイラブ
It was cloudy in the morning, but we were able to see the sunset beautifully! On top of that, we got to see sea turtles and a mother whale with her calf. Thanks to the enthusiastic crew, we had a great time! However, the waves were high, and my pants got soaked while getting on and off the boat...
朝から曇り模様でしたが、サンセットはしっかり見れました!
おまけに、ウミガメ、クジラの親子まで見ることができ、盛り上げ上手のクルーさんのおかげで、とても楽しかったです!
ただ、波が高く、船への乗り降りでズボンがベチャベチャに…
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/31 |
Reviewed by: はなこう
The weather was nice, so I made an online reservation the day before. Unfortunately, I couldn't see any whales as I booked the whale watching at the last minute, but the lunch was more luxurious than I expected, and soft drinks were free. Considering it was a lunch cruise, it was fantastic. As soon as we boarded, we were told we could start eating, so I thought I could have had a lighter breakfast. The air conditioning was quite strong, so a jacket and sunglasses were necessary. My 9-year-old and 4-year-old also enjoyed it.
お天気も良かったので、現地で前日にネット申し込みしました。ホエールウォッチングも最終段階での申し込みで、残念ながら見れませんでしたが、ランチが思っていた以上に豪華で、ソフトドリンクは無料で
ランチクルーズと思えば最高でした。
乗って直ぐに、食べてもいいと言うことでしたので、朝は軽めに済ませても良かったなと思いました。
クーラーもガンガンのため上着とサングラスよいどめは必要です。
9歳4歳の子も楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定ファミリーキャンペーン】通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/06 |
Reviewed by: ノリノリ
Following last year's Sandbar, I had an activity on Oahu that was even more enjoyable than I expected.
Above all, being able to see Waikiki town, the beach, and Diamond Head from the ocean was a rare experience, and it was thrilling to see dolphins swimming alongside the boat up close.
The taste of the Mai Tai I drank while being blown by the sea breeze on the boat was exceptional, and the lively movements of the cheerful crew made for a pleasant time.
I would appreciate it if the check-in location were a bit easier to find.
昨年のサンドバーに続く、オアフ島でのアクティビティーで、思っていた以上に楽しかったです。
何よりも海からワイキキの町、ビーチ、そしてダイアモンドヘッドが見られたのは中々できない体験であり、船と並行してイルカが泳いでいるのを間近に見れたのも大興奮でした。
船の上で潮風に吹かれながら飲んだマイタイの味も格別で、陽気なクルー達のキビキビした動きも心地よく、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
願わくば、もう少し受付場所がわかり易いと有難いです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/05 |
Reviewed by: T NMM
It was really disappointing that there was no information provided, such as the address and map of the departure location, so that I could go directly there if I couldn't get in touch due to the morning mix-up.
朝入れ違いで、連絡取れないのなら、直接現地へ行けるように、出港場所の住所と地図くらい提示がなかったのは、すごく残念でした。
Aloha!! T NMM,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the overlap in schedules. We would like to utilize your valuable feedback to improve and develop future tours.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! T NMM様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
また、入れ違いということでご迷惑をおかけして大変申し訳ございませんでした。
お客様の貴重なご意見をもとに、今後のツアーの改善と発展に活かせて頂きたいと思います。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/11 |
Reviewed by: chikaqyu
It was my first time on a submarine, and I had a great time. They had made arrangements to attract fish, so I was able to see a lot of them. Additionally, the divers who were there to observe the fish welcomed us with an aloha pose, which was very nice.
The guide provided commentary in Japanese while the boat was moving, but only offered an English guide inside the submarine. It seemed fun with jokes mixed in, so those who understand English might enjoy it even more. Unfortunately, since we don't understand English, we had to rely on headphones with a pre-recorded Japanese guide, but we still had a great time.
My husband was so captivated by the seabed that he didn't listen to the guide at all, but he still enjoyed it thoroughly. On the boat to the submarine, we were lucky enough to see a whale spouting, which was very satisfying. According to the local guide, there are times when you can also see sea turtles and dolphins.
There were emotions that couldn't be captured in photos, so I'm glad I participated.
はじめての潜水艦だったので、とても楽しかったです。
魚が集まるように工夫がされていて、沢山の魚を見る事ができました。また、魚を観察しに来ているダイバーも、アロハポーズでお迎えして下さり、とても良かったです。
ガイドは、船の移動中は、日本語でガイドをしていましたが、潜水艦の中では、英語ガイドのみでした。ジョーク交じりでたのしそうでしたので、英語がわかる方は、さらに楽しめそうです。
残念ながら、私達は英語がわからないため、ヘッドホンで、あらかじめ日本語で録音されているガイドでしたが、充分に楽しめました。
主人は、ガイドよりも海底に夢中で、全くガイドを聞いていませんでしたが、それでも充分楽しんでいました。
潜水艦までの船では、運良くクジラの潮吹きもみれて、大満足です。
現地のガイドによると、ウミガメや、イルカに会える時もあるそうです。
写真にはおさめられない感動がありましたので、参加して良かったと思います。
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| Packages: | プレミアム・サブマリン<定員64名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: にひるなあひる
From Waikiki, it takes about an hour by bus to the port on the west side. The port only has restrooms without doors, and the boat is a 15-person capacity without a restroom, so it's best to change and, if possible, use the restroom beforehand. Towels are not provided, so you need to bring your own. I went on April 12, and it was quite cold. The water temperature was probably around 20-22 degrees Celsius.
Rash guards are available for free rental, but there are only three, and some are short-sleeved, so considering the low water temperature, I think it's better for women and those who get cold easily to bring their own. The water surface can be quite choppy, so it's easy to get seasick while snorkeling and watching the sharks.
The sharks are in deeper water, and since the camera focuses mainly on the lower section of the cage, I recommend that those who are confident in diving grab onto the lower section or the bottom of the cage to quietly observe (as long as you can hold your breath). This way, you’re less likely to get seasick.
The sharks are very calm and beautiful. The water is clear, so to avoid ruining your experience with seasickness, please make sure to take motion sickness medication. I don’t usually get seasick, but I took some just in case, and I didn’t experience any seasickness.
The optional video and photos are $75 per group.
ワイキキからは西側の港で1時間ぐらいバスで移動です。
港には扉の無いトイレしかないし、ボートは15人乗りのトイレなしなので、着替え、出来ればトイレも済ませていった方が良いです。
バスタオルも配布されないので、持っていく必要あります。私が行ったのは4月12日でしたが、けっこう寒かったです。たぶん水温は20~22度ぐらい?
ラッシュは無料でレンタルありますが、3枚だけで半袖のものもあったので、水温が低いことを考えると、女性や寒がりの男性は自前のものがあった方が良いと思います。
水面が結構揺れるので、シュノーケルでサメを見ていると酔いやすいです。
サメも深いところにいるし、カメラも檻の下段を中心に撮っているので、潜るのに自信がある人は、潜って檻の下段や底に掴まって、静かに眺めることができるのでお勧めです(息が続く限りですが)。また、その方が酔わないです。
サメはとてもおとなしく美しいです。水も澄んでいますので、船酔いで台無しにしないように、酔い止めはぜひ飲んでいってください。
私は船酔いしない人ですが、いちおう飲んでいき、船酔いはありませんでした。
オプションのビデオと写真は75ドル/1グループ。
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: yu-yu
It was cloudy and a bit cold in the morning, but... I was really happy to meet the sea turtles, which I thought I wouldn't be able to see today. The kids were also very happy, and we got to see a lot of other fish as well, which was amazing. I want to try it again on a sunny day next time! (^o^)/
朝から曇っていて少し寒かったけど。。。。今日は見れないだろうと思っていたウミガメにも会えとても楽しかった
子供達もとても喜んでいました他の魚もたくさん見れて最高でした
今度は晴れた日にもう一度やってみたいと思いました(^o^)/
Dear Yu-yu, thank you for bringing your family of four on the tour. I'm sure your children were thrilled to meet the sea turtles. We would be delighted if you all could join us again. I hope the weather is clear next time! We are always here waiting for you. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
yu-yu様、この度はご家族4名様でツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。
ウミガメに会えてきっとお子様たちは大興奮でしたね。是非是非また皆様でリピートしていただければ嬉しいです。
その時は快晴だといいですね!!いつでもお待ちしております。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/22 |
Reviewed by: yu-yu
It felt like I was watching an old Hawaiian tale, and I understood it very well. I thought it was just Hawaiian dance, but it actually had a proper story, and I really enjoyed it! (^o^)/
ハワイの昔ばなしを見ているかのようにとてもよくわかりました
ハワイアンダンスだけかと思ってたんですがちゃんとストーリーになっていてとても楽しめました(^o^)/
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| Packages: | 割引キャンペーン!ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/20 |
Reviewed by: mimi
Unfortunately, the weather was a bit chilly, but we were able to secure our usual chairs in front of the wave pool. When we went to buy lunch, we found a menu that wasn't there last year. It was a bento box with rice. I believe it had fried chicken, and the rice with furikake was cheaper than the other menu items, like hamburgers. And it was delicious! We always rely on Veltra for transportation and admission fees, so this bento was a pleasant surprise.
あいにくのお天気で少し肌寒かったのですがいつものように波のプール前のチェアをとることができました。お昼ご飯を買いに行った所、去年行ったときにはなかったメニューがありました。ご飯が入ったお弁当です。確かから揚げとご飯にはふりかけがほかのメニュー、ハンバーガーよりも安かったと思います。そして美味しい!いつも送迎と入園料だけでベルトラさんにお世話になっているのでこのお弁当はうれしかったです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定キャンペーン!】1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/21 |
Reviewed by: Extreme1
This was my 4th time here but 1st time for my girlfriend. Just as entertaining the 4th time as it was the first. Very educational and beautiful at the same time. My package included the Luau and that was good too. Not like the other ones I've been to but still was good. The evening show was excellent and very well performed. I highly recommend going to the Polynesian Culture Center to everyone who comes to Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Fay
Paul our driver was entertaining and he was very knowledgeable! It was a great tour and it was so much fun!
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| Packages: | Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: 豆納豆
We participated with our 4-year-old child and as a couple. There were staff members who explained things in Japanese, so language was not a problem at all. The trainers were very friendly and answered our questions thoroughly. We wore life jackets, and since the pool is shallow enough for adults to stand, it's fine even if you can't swim. All participants were able to take plenty of photos, and we had a great time.
4才の子と夫婦2人で参加しました.スタッフには日本語で説明して下さる方もおり,言葉は特に問題はありません.トレーナーの方々もとてもきさくで,こちらの質問にもしっかり答えてくれました.胴衣を着ますし,大人は足もつくプールなので泳げなくても大丈夫です.参加者全員しっかり写真もとってくださったりして,楽しい時間を過ごすことができました.
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/26 |
Reviewed by: ayu
Waikiki was in the rainy season, and on that day, it was pouring rain on and off. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great, but my parents (in their 60s) and my 10-year-old child really enjoyed snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. The water temperature was low and a bit chilly, so we rented suits for $10 on the day. The guide, who also provided transportation, was very kind, and the three of us, being first-time snorkelers, were very pleased with the attentive service. I definitely recommend going with a guide!
I stayed at Hilton Hawaiian Village and mistakenly misunderstood the meeting place until the day of the event, and I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. I was unsure of what to do, so I was grateful to receive a call on the day. I would like to try again when I travel next time, hopefully in clear weather!
ワイキキは雨季か伸びており、当日も土砂降りの雨が降ったり止んだり・・生憎のお天気でしたが、両親(60代)と10歳の子供はハナウマ湾でのシュノーケルをとても楽しめたようです(^^) 水温が低く肌寒かったので、当日10ドルでスーツをお借りして潜りました。送迎兼インストラクターの方がとても親切だったようで、シュノーケル初の3人は丁寧な対応にとても喜んでいました。皆さんにも是非ガイド付きをおススメします‼︎ 当方、ヒルトンHVに宿泊し当日まで集合場所を勘違いしており、大変ご迷惑をお掛けし申し訳ありませんでした。どうしていいかわからなかったので、当日連絡を頂けて助かりました。また渡航の際、快晴の時に再チャレンジしたいと思います‼︎
Dear Ayu, thank you for joining the Blue Hawaii Divers tour. The weather was a bit rainy at times, but the visibility in the water was great due to the low tide, making it beautiful. I hope you were able to see various types of fish. I appreciated you answering your phone during the pickup. I hope that next time you can come with your whole family, and if the sea conditions are good, I would love to guide you out to the outside area. I hope for clear skies then! I look forward to seeing you again. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
Ayu様、この度はブルーハワイダイバースのツアーにお越し頂きありがとうございました。お天気は少し雨が降ったり止んだりでしたが、海の中は引き潮のために透明度が良くて綺麗だったんですよ。いろんな種類のお魚を見ていただけたかと思います。ピックアップの時には携帯電話に出てくださって私も助かりました。是非次回はご家族皆様でお越しいただき、海の状態が良ければアウトサイドの方までご案内できればいいなあと思っています。その時には快晴だといいですね!!またお会いできるのを楽しみにお待ちしております。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/02 |
Reviewed by: タロタロの母さん
Thank you for your support last year.
Even as a first-timer, I was able to challenge myself according to my individual needs, and it was really great.
You took me quite far, but I am satisfied. I look forward to working with you again.
Once I gain more confidence, I am thinking of borrowing a board.
昨年もお世話になりました。
初めてでも個々に合わせてチャレンジさせて頂き、すっごく良かったです。
かなり遠くまで連れて行って頂きましたが満足です。また、よろしくお願いします。
自信がついたら、ボードをおかりしようかとおもっています。
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| Packages: | プライベートレッスン(5歳以上) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/24 |
Reviewed by: 梨沙ママ
Unfortunately, the weather was bad this time with rain and thunder, and we had to cancel part of the trip due to safety concerns. However, the tornado and water slide were thrilling and a lot of fun. I forgot the hat I had just bought on the bus ride back, and I truly appreciate you delivering it to the hotel right away. Next time, I definitely want to go on a nice day.
今回はあいにくに天候で雨や雷が鳴って、途中危険だと中止にもなりましたが、トルネードやウォータースライダーも迫力があり、とても楽しかったです。帰りのバスで買ったばかりの帽子を忘れてしまい、直ぐにホテルまで届けて頂いて本当に有難うございました。次回は是非天気が良い日に行きたいです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定キャンペーン!】1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/31 |
Reviewed by: やすえり
Since it was the off-peak season, there were few people, and I was able to fully enjoy the attractions. However, the all-you-can-eat barbecue was disappointing, as the grilled meat was just left out. There were also rice, fruits, and yakisoba, but the salad vegetables seemed poorly washed, as I could feel the grit of sand.
I think it's sufficient to just enjoy the all-you-can-drink soft drinks and eat the regular food available in the park.
閑散期なので人が少なく、アトラクションは存分に楽しめたのですが
バーベキューの食べ放題のはずが焼いた肉が置いてある残念なものでした。
他にもご飯、フルーツ、焼きそばなどがありましたがサラダの野菜がよく洗ってないのか砂のじゃりじゃりがわかるほどでした。
ソフトドリンクの飲み放題で普通にパーク内のご飯を食べるので充分かと思います。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】BBQランチ食べ放題付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
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Aloha Torachan,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University. We also apologize for any inconvenience caused by the traffic regulations during the Honolulu Half Marathon.
We are very pleased to hear from your comments that you enjoyed your half day at Dolphin University. We look forward to the day we can meet you again!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha とらちゃん様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
また、ホノルルハーフマラソンでの交通規制によりご迷惑をお掛けしてしまい申し訳ございませんでした。
とらちゃん様がイルカ大学での半日、お楽しみいただけた様子がコメントより伝わってきて大変嬉しく思っております。
また是非とらちゃん様にお会いできる日を楽しみしております!!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス