All Reviews for Dolphin Swim & Interactive Programs

I participated for the first time in Hawaii. The tour guide's high energy really lifted our spirits. I joined with my kindergarten-aged child, and it seemed quite scary for them. However, thanks to the encouragement from the staff and other participants, we were able to greet the dolphins and turtles. My child is learning to swim, so they can swim, but they had no experience swimming in the ocean and were scared of the goggles and snorkel. If possible, it would have been good to purchase them and practice at the hotel pool. The sight of the dolphins swimming was graceful and incredibly moving. More than that, it was wonderful to see the island surrounded by nature from the sea. Thank you very much.

初めてのハワイで参加させていただきました。添乗員さんのハイテンションで気分は盛り上がりました。幼稚園の子供と参加しましたが、相当怖かったようです。しかし、スタッフの皆さんや参加者の皆さんからの声かけがあり、イルカとカメに挨拶することができました。水泳を習っているので泳げないことはないのですが、海で泳ぐ経験が無く、ゴーグルとシュノーケルにも慣れていくて怖かったようです。可能であれば購入して、ホテルのプールででも連取すれば良かったです。イルカの泳ぐ姿は優美でなんとも言えない感動です。それよりも、自然に囲まれた島を海からみることができたのが良かったです。ありがとうございました。

We were picked up from the hotel before 7 AM.
On the bus, the staff provided explanations, so we didn't get bored on the way to the location.
Within 30 minutes of getting on the boat, the dolphin search began!
We quickly spotted dolphins!!
We entered the water and saw the dolphins from underwater. It was so beautiful and moving.
Seeing them from the boat is completely different...
It's more about watching the dolphins swim underwater rather than swimming with them.
I took some photos, but since the dolphins move and I was also moving with the waves, I couldn't get any nice shots.
Seeing them with my own eyes was much more beautiful than in photos.
I wish I could have watched the dolphins for a bit longer.
I want to join this tour again to see the dolphins!

朝は7時前にホテルにお迎えでした。
バスの中ではスタッフの方が説明したりで退屈せずに現地まで・・
船に乗って30分もしないうちにイルカ探しがスタート！
すぐにイルカ発見！！
海に入りイルカを水中から見ました♡
凄く綺麗で感動です(´⊙ω⊙`)
船の上から見るのとでは全く違って・・
一緒に泳ぐと言うよりは水中で泳いでるイルカを見る！って感じかな。
写真を撮ったのですがイルカも動くし自分も波で動くので綺麗には写真が撮れなかった(＞人＜;)
写真で見るより肉眼で見た方が凄く綺麗www
もう少し長い時間、イルカを見てたかったです。
またイルカを見にこのツアーに参加したいです♡

I was so moved to meet dolphins and sea turtles up close! I didn't expect to see so many dolphins. I was completely satisfied spending time surrounded by so many dolphins in the clear, beautiful sea. The instructor was kind and funny, making it the best time ever.
If you're prone to motion sickness, taking anti-nausea medication is a must.
When I go to Hawaii again, I want to use the scholarship program and enroll again! I look forward to it!

凄い近くでイルカや海亀に会えて感動しました！こんなに多くのイルカに会えるとは思っていませんでした。透き通った綺麗な海で、いっぱいのイルカにずっと囲まれて過ごせて大満足です。インストラクターの方も優しく面白く最高の時間を過ごすことができました。
酔いやすい方は酔い止め必須です。
またハワイへ行った際は奨学金制度を利用し、再度入学したいと思います\( ˆoˆ )/そのときはよろしくお願いします！！

We participated as a family, and it was fine even with kids! As soon as we got on the boat, we saw the dorsal fins of dolphins swimming, which really got us excited! When we jumped into the sea, we could hear the dolphins' ultrasonic sounds underwater! There were so many dolphins swimming around us, and they were so cute!

I was worried about having kids with us, but the staff took my child and said, "Look, Mom!" so I was able to see them safely. My older child was able to see them, but my younger child was crying because the life jacket was floating oddly, and just when they were getting used to the snorkel, the dolphins swam away, so it was disappointing not to see them underwater.

I thought we would see sea turtles afterward, but the sea was rough, and we were told it was closed, so we went to another spot, but we couldn't see any fish or turtles there, which was very disappointing.

I’m curious if there’s a guarantee for not seeing turtles since there is one for not seeing dolphins. Although we didn’t see the turtles, I think we were very lucky to have so many dolphins swimming so close to us, as there are days when they swim away quickly.

I read in reviews that everyone should take motion sickness medication, and there were quite a few people who got seasick, so I think it’s better to take it beforehand.

家族で参加しました。子供連れでも大丈夫でした！船に乗ってからすぐにイルカが泳いでいる背ビレが見えてテンションあがりました！
海にジャンプして入ると水中でイルカの超音波の音が聞こえました！
たくさんのイルカが回りをぐるぐる回って泳いでくれてとても可愛かったです！
子供連れで心配でしたが、スタッフの方がママ見てきて！と子供を連れて泳いでくれて無事に見ることが出来ました！上の子は見れましたが、下の子はライフジャケットが変に浮いて泣いてしまい、やっとシュノーケルに慣れてきたところでイルカは行ってしまい水中で見ることが出来ず残念でした。
その後海ガメが見れると思っていたら海が荒れてて閉鎖して行けないとの事で別のスポットに行きましたが魚も亀も見れず、そこはとても残念でした(;_;)
イルカが見れなかった時の保証はあるけど、亀が見れなかった時の保証はあるのか気になってます。
亀は見れなかったけどイルカはすぐに行ってしまう日もあるとのことで、沢山のイルカがこんなにも近くで泳いでくれてとてもラッキーだったとは思います。
口コミで見て酔い止めを全員飲んでいきました。酔っている方が結構居たので、酔い止めは飲んでいった方がいいと思います。

I participated early in the morning, but the guide's energy was so great that it blew away my sleepiness! It was wonderful to swim not only with dolphins but also with turtles. I want to join again!

朝早くからの参加でしたが、眠気を吹き飛ばすかのようなガイドさんのノリがとっても良かったです！！
イルカだけでなくカメも一緒に泳げてよかったです♪また参加したいです♡

We participated in a family activity at the Dolphin Encounter with our 9-month-old child. After a brief explanation about dolphin ecology, we were able to touch the dolphins, take commemorative photos, and see their tricks up close. Most of the explanations were in English, but there were also occasional bits of broken Japanese.

There was no specific dress code mentioned, but since you'll be kneeling by the water, it's better to wear shorts and flip-flops that can get wet. Wearing pants might get you wet. There's no need to wear a swimsuit.

Next time, when my child is older, I would like to participate in an activity where we can swim with the dolphins. Since it's located at the Kahala Resort, we enjoyed lunch at a hotel restaurant along the beach after the activity.

9ヶ月の子供と家族でウィーファミリーに参加しました。イルカの生態について簡単な説明があった後、イルカに触れたり記念撮影をしたり、技を真近で見たりしました。ほとんど英語ですが、時折片言の日本語も交えて説明してくれました。

服装は特に明記されていませんでしたが、水辺で膝をつくのでハーフパンツ、濡れても良いビーサンで行ったほうが良いです。ズボンで行ったら濡れそうでした。水着で行く必要はありません。

今度は子供が大きくなった時に、イルカと一緒に泳ぐアクティビティに参加してみたいです。カハラリゾートにあるので、アクティビティの後はビーチ沿いにあるホテルのレストランでお昼ご飯を楽しみました。

It was just my husband and me participating on our honeymoon! On that day, the high waves made the boat rock quite a bit, and I ended up feeling pretty seasick, but my husband seemed fine! It was both of our first time snorkeling, but the clear explanations and high energy made us excited from the start!

Even with the high waves, there were plenty of dolphins! Unfortunately, we couldn't get too close, which was a bit disappointing...

Due to the high waves, it seemed that the usual snorkeling spot was closed, so we moved to a different location to start snorkeling!

There were no turtles or fish, and the waves were high, so I quickly got seasick and had to give up... I really wanted to see a sea turtle.

We were able to enjoy light snacks like spam rice balls, some snacks, and plenty of juice and water, which made dining in nature exceptional!

Even while I was feeling seasick, the staff would talk to us, which was reassuring. They said that on days when the milk is not visible, they keep looking for points where you can see dolphins until the end. Amazing!

I recommend bringing seasickness medication for those who are prone to it! It was a lot of fun!

ハネムーンで主人と私2人での参加でした！
この日は高波で船もグワングワン揺れて
私はかなり船酔いしてしまいましたが、
主人は大丈夫そうでした！
2人ともシュノーケリングは初めてでしたが、
わかりやすい説明と高めのテンションで
最初からワクワクさせてくれるような感じ！

高波でもイルカはたくさんいました！
ただあまり近づくことはできずに、そこは残念、、、。

高波のため、いつものシュノーケリングポイントがクローズしていたみたいで場所を移動してシュノーケリング開始！

亀もサカナもいなくて
波が高かったのですぐ酔ってしまい断念、、、。海ガメ会いたかったです。

軽食のスパムおにぎりと
ちょっとしたスナック菓子、ジュースやお水もたくさんいただけて自然の中で食事ができるのは格別です！

船酔い中もスタッフさんが話しかけてくれるので安心です。
ミルクが見えない日には諦めずに最後までいるかが見えるポイントを探すそうです。素晴らしい！

酔いやすい方には酔い止めを持参していくのをお勧めします！
とても楽しかったです！

I woke up really early in the morning and felt sleepy, but from the moment I got on the bus, the staff kept talking non-stop, and their stories were so interesting that my sleepiness disappeared.
Since the waves were high, I took some motion sickness medication before participating.
As soon as we spotted a pod of dolphins, we jumped in and started watching!
I was so excited when I saw the dolphins. They were very cute.
We also went snorkeling, and the water was so clear with lots of fish; it was really beautiful.

朝はすごく早起きで眠かったけれど、バスに乗った瞬間からスタッフの人がずっとしゃべりっぱなしで話も面白くて眠気が吹っ飛びました。
波が高かったので酔い止めを飲んで参加しました。
イルカの群れを見つけたらすぐに飛び込んでウォッチング開始！
イルカを見つけたときにはテンションがあがりました。
とてもかわいかったです。
シュノーケルもして海の透明度が高く、魚がたくさんいて、とてもきれいででした。

I was able to efficiently and quickly move to a location where dolphins are present and successfully encounter them. I thought I would be able to swim closer to them, but it was more of a distant viewing experience, which was different from swimming alongside them. Since they are wild dolphins, I believe there were considerations to avoid stressing them. It was different from my expectations. There were a few people on the boat who got seasick, but they handled that efficiently as well. Additionally, the background music, Hawaiian dancing, and the staff kept the atmosphere lively, which was enjoyable. If you're not a strong swimmer, it might be less enjoyable.

イルカがいる場所へ瞬時に移動して効率よく手際よくイルカに会えるようにして貰い、無事遭遇する事が出来ました。もっとそばで泳げると思っていたのですが、割と遠目で見る感じで共に泳ぐというのとは違ってました。野生のイルカなのでストレスを貯めないように配慮もあると思うのですが。イメージとは違ってました。船上では酔った人も数人いましたが、それも手際よく手当してました。またＢＧＭやハワイアンの踊り、スタッフが道中盛り上げてくれ楽しかったです。泳ぎが得意でないと楽しめないです。

I have always wanted to swim with dolphins. On the day of the experience, we were blessed with good weather and were able to see many dolphins! Additionally, there were baby dolphins due to the season. After dolphin watching, we also got to see sea turtles, and it was fun to dance the hula together at the end. It was truly a precious experience (＾_＾).

Also, for those who have underwater cameras like a GoPro, you can take them snorkeling. I regret not bringing mine because I wasn't sure if I could use it while swimming with the dolphins...

イルカと一緒に泳いでみたいとずっと思っていました。当日、天気にも恵まれ、たくさんのイルカを見ることができました！また、時期的に子イルカもいました。イルカウォッチングのあとはウミガメを見ることもでき、最後にみんなでフラダンスを踊ったのも楽しかったです。本当に貴重な体験ができました（＾_＾）
あと、goproなど水中カメラを持ってる人は、もってシュノーケリングできます。私はイルカのとき持って入っていいか分からず、持って行かなかったことが唯一の心残りです…

I encountered many wild dolphins. There was plenty of time for snorkeling, and I was able to gaze at the dolphins to my heart's content underwater. It was a happy time.

たくさんの野生のイルカに出会えました。シュノーケリングの時間もたくさんあり、海の中で心ゆくまでイルカを見つめていられました。幸せな時間でした。

Swimming with dolphins was one of the things I wanted to do in my life. I finally got to see wild dolphins for the first time! They swam so close that I felt like I could reach out and touch them! I was able to see so many adorable dolphin behaviors, like a baby dolphin swimming with its mother, dolphins holding fins while swimming, and playing around on their backs! It was tough to wake up early, but it was truly moving. I was prepared for it to be difficult since it’s nature, but I encountered the best opportunity. Thank you, Dolphin Master and all the staff!!! Participated on 10/26, and Julie's guidance was the best!

イルカと泳ぐことは人生の中でやりたいことの一つでした。やっと生まれて初めて野生のイルカを見ることができました！
本当に近くまで泳いできてくれて、手を伸ばせば届きそうでした！
しかも赤ちゃんがいたり、手をつないで泳いでいたり、じゃれあってお腹を上にしていたり、イルカの可愛い仕草をたくさん見ることができました！
朝早くて大変でしたが、本当に感動モノです。
自然が相手なので難しいかなと覚悟してたのですが、最高の機会に巡り会えて、イルカ先生、
スタッフの皆様ありがとうございました！！！
10/26参加 ジュリーさんの引率最高！

I was debating whether to join a tour to swim with wild dolphins when I applied... (I was also concerned about the price)
In the end, I'm glad I chose this tour!!
The Japanese guide provided a very detailed explanation of the tour flow during the changing time, and when it was time to interact with the dolphins, the local staff took over. Even though we couldn't communicate verbally, we were able to understand each other through gestures.
Since it's a tourist spot, the food court and other areas are generally on the pricier side, but they gave us three coupons, so I was able to enjoy ice cream for free!
I participated in the first morning session, and afterwards, I had lunch and was able to watch the dolphin show starting at 12:30. The show was at a level that you can't experience in Japan, and it was really great.

申込時に野生のイルカと泳げるツアーにするか悩んでいたのですが…(お値段的にも悩みました)
結果的にこちらのツアーにして良かったです！！
日本語ガイドさんは着替え時にとても詳しくツアーの流れを教えてくれますし、イルカと触れ合う時は現地のスタッフに交代するのですが、言葉は通じずとも身振り手振りで理解できます。
観光地なのでフードコート等も全体的に高めですが、クーポンを3つつけて下さるので無料でアイスが食べれちゃいました！
午前1番の部での参加で、その後はご飯を食べたりして12時半〜のイルカショーも見ることが出来ました。ショーも日本では味わえないレベルでとても良かったです。

I participated in the Dolphin Swim Adventure. Both the dolphins and the staff (foreigners) were very friendly, and I had an incredibly fun interaction, which left me very satisfied. However, it was disappointing that the dolphin pool and the facilities were dirty. I had a hamburger and a chili dog for lunch, but they were cold. There were also a lot of mosquitoes.

ドルフィンスイムアドベンチャーに参加しました。イルカもスタッフのお姉さん(外人)も とてもフレンドリーで、最高に楽しいふれあいができて大満足でした。ただ、イルカのプール内や施設内が汚れていたのが残念でした。
ハンバーガーやチリドッグをランチで食べたのですが、冷たかったです。蚊も多いです。

I was the only participant who joined the tour alone, but Minako and the crew warmly welcomed me, allowing me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. On the day I participated, I was lucky to see many dolphins, especially baby dolphins swimming alongside, as well as sea turtles and fish. I was very satisfied; it was a moment that enhanced the charm of Hawaii even more. Thank you very much. I would love to join again, whether alone or with others.

ツアーの参加者の中で、唯一1人での参加でしたが、アテンドしてくださったみなこさんやクルーのみなさんが温かく迎えて下さり、安心して楽しめました。
参加した日は、ラッキーなことに、たくさんのイルカたち、特に子供のイルカも一緒に泳いでいるところや、海ガメや魚たちもバッチリ見えて、とても満足しています。ハワイの魅力が更に増した瞬間でした。ありがとうごさいました。また、次回も1人でも何人でも参加したいです。

There seemed to be nearly 80 heads, and I was able to see a lot during the two opportunities. All the staff were very kind, and I was able to enjoy myself with peace of mind!

80頭近くが居たようで
2度のチャンスでたくさん見れました
スタッフ皆さん優しい人ばかり
安心して楽しめました！

It's early in the morning. Since a lot of people are participating, the boat is quite crowded... It feels more like chasing the dolphins rather than swimming with them, which is hard work, haha. I think you might be able to see sea turtles if you're lucky, but since so many people are participating, everyone gathers around the turtles, so unless you're a good swimmer, you won't be able to get close. Even though I didn't request it, they called my name and forced me to take pictures, and the photo purchase is expensive. I thought maybe I should have chosen a different tour!

朝早いです。大勢参加するため船はぎゅうぎゅうです…イルカと泳ぐというよりはイルカを追っかけてるって感じでハードです笑 ウミガメは運良ければ会えると思いますが大勢参加してるためみんなウミガメの周りに集まるので泳ぎうまい人じゃないと近くにみれません。。別に頼んでないのに強制的に名前呼ばれ写真撮らされ、写真購入は高額です。私は違うツアーの方が良かったのかもと思いました！

I had heard that I might not be able to see wild dolphins, but I was able to meet them!
And in a pod!!
It was even more moving than I had imagined!!
I plan to go to Hawaii again next year, and I definitely want to participate again.

野生のイルカで、見れないかもしれないと聞いていたのですが、会うことができました！
しかも群れで！！
想像していた以上に感動的でした！！
来年もハワイに行く予定にしましたが、また今度も是非参加したいと思っています。

I participated because I could interact with dolphins. Although the weather was unfortunate, I had a great time. I was surprised by how eager the dolphins were to engage during the dolphin touch and photo session! The kids had big smiles too!

イルカと触れ合えるとのことでの参加。
あいにくの天気でしたが、楽しく過ごせました。
イルカタッチと記念撮影ではあまりにもイルカがサービス精神旺盛でびっくり！
子供たちもいい笑顔出てました！

You can easily make reservations from your iPhone! Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive an email. I went from the Sheraton, and the bus stop was easy to find. Your name will be called in English, and you will receive a wristband (for the dolphin experience). The scenery from the bus is also breathtaking. When you arrive at the park, there are two Japanese staff members who are very kind and provide thorough explanations! I chose the most affordable course to interact with the dolphins, and I even fed them. It was a truly precious experience, and I would like to swim with the dolphins next time. The park is compact, but there are turtles, penguins, sea lions, and birds, and you can also feed the fish and birds! It was very easy to make a reservation, and I was able to enjoy everything smoothly! Thank you!

予約はiPhoneからスマートにできます！
予約が確定したらメールが届きます
シェラトンから行きましたがバス停もわかりやすく
英語で名前が呼ばれリストバンドが手にしてもらえます(イルカの時間記入のもの)
向かうバスからの風景も絶景です
パークに着くとパーク内の日本語スタッフ2名がいらっしゃってとても親切丁寧に説明してくださいました！
1番安価でイルカに触れれるコースを選びました
ごはんもあげました
とっても貴重な体験で次はイルカと泳いでみたいと思いました
パーク内はコンパクトですが亀、ベンギン、アシカ、鳥など居て魚や鳥にはごはんをあげることもできました！とても簡単に予約できスムーズに楽しむことができました！ありがとうございます

The early morning pickup at 6 AM was a bit tough, but thanks to our guide J's fun stories, I didn't fall asleep in the car, and we arrived at the port in no time.

Since it was the end of September, I was worried about the water temperature, but I was able to rent a wetsuit for $10. The instructions on how to use the snorkeling gear were thorough and easy to understand.

This was my third time on a dolphin swimming tour in Hawaii. Right after we set sail, we encountered about 200 dolphins, and it was over in a flash. The staff also swam with us, which made me feel safe. They also loudly informed us of the direction the dolphin pod was coming from, so we didn't miss anything. Since there were no other boats around, I guess the captain's years of experience helped him find this spot. It seemed that the afternoon tours that day and the next day didn't encounter any dolphins, so we were very lucky.

The snorkeling spot afterward was a place where there were turtles, and I saw more fish than I expected. The staff took a lot of pictures and made an effort to show us marine life, which made it enjoyable. This time, we quickly encountered the dolphins, so we had quite a bit of snorkeling time. It would have been even better if we could have seen more dolphins or had a longer sailing time on the catamaran.

On this dolphin tour, we learned not only about dolphins but also about hula and Hawaiian prayers, making it a very enriching experience.

早朝6時にピックアップで少し辛かったですが、ガイドのJちゃんの楽しいお話で車内で寝てしまう事もなく、あっと言う間に港に着きました。

9月末だったので水温が低いか心配でしたが、$10でウエットスーツを貸し出してもらえました。シュノーケルや等の道具の使い方も丁寧に説明があって分かり易かったです。

ハワイでのイルカと泳ぐツアーは今回が3回目。
今回は出航してすぐに200頭ぐらいのイルカ達会え、あっという間でした。
スタッフさん達も一緒に泳いでくれるので安心です。又、イルカの群れが来ている方向も大きな声で教えてくれるので見逃す事も無かったです。
他のボートが周りにいなかったので、船長さんの長年の経験でこのスポットが分かったのでしょうか。
この日の午後便や次の日の便はイルカ達に会えなかった様で、私達はとても幸運だった様です。
その後のシュノーケルスポットは亀もいる場所で思ったよりも魚が見れました。スタッフの人が沢山写真を撮ってくれたり、海の生き物を見せてくれたり楽しめる様に工夫してくれていました。今回はイルカ達に直ぐに会えたのでシュノーケル時間がかなりありました。もう少しイルカを見たりカタマランでのセーリング時間が長かったらもっと良かったです。

今回のイルカ中学ツアーではイルカの事だけでなくフラやハワイ語でのお祈りなど色々と学べ盛り沢山でした。

I participated with my sister. I was confident in my physical stamina, so I thought I would be fine, but it was quite tough. Depending on the wave conditions, I think there's a high chance of getting seasick (I took seasickness medication). However, I was able to see several dolphins, which was an incredibly valuable experience! The staff were all cheerful and fun, truly wonderful people. Thank you very much!

妹と参加しました｡
体力には自信があったので大丈夫だろうと思ってましたが､かなりきつかったです｡
波の状況にもよるのですが､かなりの確率で船酔いすると思います｡(船酔いの薬は飲んでました)
でも､何匹もイルカに会うことができてすごく貴重な経験になりました!
スタッフのみなさんも明るく楽しく､本当に良い方ばかりでした｡
ありがとうございました!

Swimming with dolphins has always been a dream of ours, and we participated as a couple! Even on the bus heading to the ocean, our guide Minako shared fun stories, which helped us shake off the early morning sleepiness and get excited for the dolphin tour (^ ^).

Once we arrived at the ocean, it was time to board the boat! There was a restroom break after getting off the bus, so we could board the boat with peace of mind.

The crew on the boat was all local, truly Hawaiian ♡ They were cheerful and fun people ♩.

We received a briefing on snorkeling equipment and set sail while searching for dolphins!

When we spotted a pod of dolphins, everyone jumped into the water! During our first entry, we got to meet the dolphins!

To ensure everyone could see the dolphins up close, during the second entry, those who hadn’t seen them swam near the guide, and everyone was able to see the dolphins safely!

The boat ride to the site was smooth in the early morning with no waves, but on the way back, the waves picked up, and we got soaked, haha.

Also, the boat rocked quite a bit, and several people felt nauseous.

Motion sickness medication is a must.

The water is incredibly beautiful, far beyond what you can compare to in Waikiki, and it’s truly healing. The guides were all wonderful people, making this the best tour where we could genuinely enjoy ourselves.

イルカと泳ぐことがずっと夢だった夫婦2人で参加しました！
海に向かうバスの中もガイドのミナコさんが楽しいお話をしてくれて、早朝で眠かったけど、テンションあげてイルカツアーに望めました(^ ^)


海について、いよいよ乗船！
バスを降りてからトイレ休憩もあるので、安心して船に乗れました！

船のクルーは、地元の方ばかりで、まさにハワイアン♡陽気で楽しい方ばかりでした♩


船でシュノーケル道具の説明を受け、
イルカを探しながら航海！



イルカの群れを見つけたら、みんなで海へ！
1回目の入水で、イルカに会えました！


全員がイルカを近くで見れるように
2回目の入水の時、見れなかった人は
ガイドの近くで泳ぎ、無事全員イルカを見ることができました！



行きの船は、早朝で波もないためあまり酔いませんが、帰りは、波も高くなり、びしょびしょになります笑


また、船も大きく揺れるため、何人も気持ち悪くなってました。


酔い止めは必須です。



ワイキキの海とは比べ物にならないくらい綺麗で、癒されます。
ガイドの方もみんなが良い方々で、純粋に楽しめる最高のツアーです。

Swimming with dolphins was the purpose of this trip. We participated in the tour despite feeling a bit sleepy from the early morning departure, but on the way, we had a great time listening to Julie, the staff member, who enthusiastically shared many stories about Hawaii and dolphins, making the ride to the port fly by.

Once on board, everyone enjoyed chatting together as the captain, Papa, led the ship out to sea. I was worried about whether we would see dolphins since a storm was approaching, but when we arrived at the dolphin spot, we encountered over 20 dolphins, which really boosted our excitement. After swimming to see the dolphins twice, we moved a bit and saw many small fish. After snorkeling, we enjoyed pork rice balls and snacks on the boat. The pork rice balls after snorkeling were incredibly delicious!

After that, we returned while dancing the hula. From start to finish, it was a very enjoyable and happy time. I definitely want to participate again the next time I come to Hawaii.

イルカと泳ぐのが今回の旅行の目的でした。
朝早くの出発で少し眠さもありながらツアーに参加しましたが、道中にスタッフのジュリーさんからテンション高めにハワイやイルカについてのお話を沢山聞けて、すごく楽しく港まであっという間でした。
乗船後もみんなで楽しく会話しながら、船長のパパさんを筆頭に船は出航★
嵐が近づいてきていたのでイルカに会えるか心配していましたが、いざイルカ達のポイントに着くと20頭以上のイルカ達に出会えてテンションが上がりました。２回イルカ達を見るために泳いだ後は、少し移動して小さい魚をたくさん見ました。シュノーケル後は、船上でポークおにぎりやおかしを食べました。シュノーケル後のポークおにぎりはすごく美味しかったです！笑
その後はフラダンスを踊りながらの帰航。初めから最後まで、全てがとても楽しい幸せな時間でした。次にハワイに来る時も、また是非参加したいと思います。

I participated in a dolphin school for the first time on my honeymoon. I thought 5:35 AM might be too early, but surprisingly, it wasn't difficult to wake up. The guide was very energetic, and I had a great time. I learned about the ecology of spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, orcas, and sharks, as well as the differences between mammals and fish, which made me appreciate dolphins even more.

Originally, we were supposed to see turtles as well, but it turned out that the day we participated was the peak day for big waves, so there were a lot of waves, and we couldn't find any dolphins in the first two hours. However, when I dipped my feet in the water from the boat, the splashes felt great, and the scenery was beautiful with clear, transparent water.

In the end, we were able to watch bottlenose dolphins, and I also snorkeled with spinner dolphins and saw many of them three times. Just make sure to bring water! You'll get very thirsty, and we only received juice. The dolphin school is a very positive and high-energy activity. I highly recommend participating!

初めて新婚旅行でイルカ中学に参加しました。
5：35だと朝早いかなと思いましたが、案外起きるのは億劫ではなかったです。
案内してくれる方もハイテンションな方でとっても楽しめました。ハシナガイルカやバンドウイルカ、シャチ、サメなどの生態と哺乳類や魚類の違いも知れて、イルカを知ることの楽しさも知ることができました。
本来は亀も観れる予定でしたが、参加したのは次の日がビッグウェーブのピークの日らしくとても波が沢山あり、最初の2時間は全然イルカが見つかりませんでした。ですが、船から足を出せば水しぶきが体に当たりとても気持ちよく、景色も綺麗で海もとても透明で綺麗でした。
最終的にはバンドウイルカもウォッチングできましたし、ハシナガイルカもシュノーケリングして3回も沢山見れました。
ただ、お水は絶対もってくださいね！
喉がとっても乾きますし、ジュースしかもらえませんでした。
イルカ中学はとても前向きにハイテンションで楽しめるアクティビティです。
是非ご参加下さい！！

I made a huge mistake during the reservation stage. I intended to book for the day before my return flight, and we excitedly gathered at the meeting place with six people. However, the guide told us, "Your reservation is for tomorrow!" Upon checking, it turned out that we had actually booked for the day of our return flight. Since we might not make it to our flight after participating in the tour tomorrow, I asked if there was anything that could be done, but unfortunately, both the middle school and university tours were fully booked, and cancellations would not be refundable if made less than 24 hours in advance. With six people, that was quite a hefty amount.

The guide said, "I'll contact the office and get back to you." So, we enjoyed a different schedule that day. In the afternoon, I was able to get in touch with the office. They kindly suggested that if we came to the meeting place to prepare for our return, they would load our luggage onto the bus and drop us off at a hotel just before the airport after the tour ended, as it would take too long to go back to Honolulu and then to the airport. From there, we could easily take a taxi to the airport, which was a wonderful proposal.

It was a last-minute solution, but thanks to this, it turned into an unforgettable and amazing tour. I appreciate the office's response. Also, the guide Jerry's sense of humor and looks during the bus ride to the port were fantastic. The hour-long journey was so enjoyable that it felt like we were at the main event.

予約段階で大失敗してしまいました。
と言うのは、帰国日の前日の申し込みのつもりで6名揃って張り切って集合場所に。
ところがガイドさんに「明日のご予約日になってますよ！」って言われて確認すると、なんと明日の帰国日の予約になっていました。
明日はツアーに参加してからではフライトの時間に間に合わない事もあるので、なんとかならないかとお願いしましたがあいにく中学も大学も満席でキャンセルするにも24時間前からは返金できなくなるとの事。
6名分ですから相当厳しい金額。
ガイドさんが「事務所に連絡してお返事を連絡します。」と言う事で、その日は別なスケジュールを組み楽しみました。
午後になり事務所の方と連絡が取れました。
なんと帰国の準備をして集合場所に来て頂ければトランクなどバスに積み込みツアー終了次第、ホノルルまで戻ってからでは空港まで移動するのでは時間がかかりすぎるので空港手前のホテルに降ろしてくれる。
そこからタクシーで空港まで向えば十分間に合うでしょうとの嬉しいご提案。
土壇場でギリギリの遂行でしたが、おかげさまで思い出に残るサイコーのツアーになりました。
事務局様のご対応に感謝致します。
また、港までの向かうバスの中でのガイドのジェリーさんのトークセンスとルックスもサイコー。
約1時間の移動中楽しすぎてどっちがメインイベントだろうと言う感じ。

I participated in the tour on Sunday, September 23rd at 11:00 with my girlfriend. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins, which made for a very disappointing tour.

Shortly after departure, we spotted several sea turtles surfacing, which was a great start. However, the weather soon took a turn for the worse. Even after two hours, we still hadn't found any dolphins, and the captain took the boat further out, but the winds were very strong that day, and the sea was quite rough. The boat began to sway violently, causing some people to hit their knees and bleed, while others suffered from seasickness, creating chaos on board.

We did snorkel at one spot, where we saw sea turtles, but due to the rough sea, the visibility wasn't impressive, and there weren't many fish, so it was somewhat underwhelming.

As for the timing, I wouldn't recommend starting at 11:00. After the 9:00 pickup, we returned to Waikiki around 17:00. This timing makes it difficult to schedule other activities, so an earlier start is advisable.

In summary, I fully understand that dolphins are wild animals and not guaranteed to be seen, but it was still a disappointing outcome, so I have to give it one star. I heard that if you don't see dolphins, you can participate again for free at any time in the future, so I would like to try again when I visit Hawaii.

9月23日(日)11:00～のツアーに彼女と２人で参加しました。結果的にイルカとは会えず非常に残念なツアーとなってしまいました。

出航後間もなくすると海面に顔を出すウミガメを何匹も見かけ、上々のスタートでした。ただしばらくすると雲行きが怪しくなってきました。
2時間経過してもなおイルカは見つからず、船長さんが沖の方まで船を出しますが、当日は風が非常に強く海は大荒れ。
船体が上下に大きく揺れ始め、膝を打って血を流す方や船酔いに襲われる方が続出し船内はまさに阿鼻叫喚。

スノーケリングだけ途中1箇所でしました。ウミガメはいましたが、海が荒れたせいか透明度も感動する程ではなく、さほど魚も多くなかったためいまいちでした。

時間の使い方としても11時スタートはお勧めできません。9時過ぎピックアップ後、ワイキキに戻ってきたのが17:00過ぎ。他の予定が入れられなくなるため、朝早い時間をお勧めします。

総評として、イルカが野生の生き物であり必ず会える訳ではないと重々承知しておりましたが、やはり残念な結果となってしまったため星１とさせて頂きます。
イルカが見られなかった場合、期間無制限で再度無料で参加できるそうなので、またハワイを訪れた際にチャレンジしたいと思います。

Swimming with dolphins has been a dream of mine for many years. I participated in the tour with a bit of sleepiness from the early morning departure, but I had a great time listening to the staff share many stories about Hawaii and dolphins during the journey; the hour flew by. After boarding, everyone enjoyed chatting together as the captain guided the boat out to sea! I thought we might see only two or three dolphins at most, but when we arrived at the dolphin spot, we encountered over 30 dolphins, and my excitement skyrocketed. We also met sea turtles and gentle sharks, feeling like Ariel♪ After snorkeling, we enjoyed pork rice balls and snacks on the boat while dancing the hula on the way back. From start to finish, it was a truly fun and happy time. I would love to participate again the next time I come to Hawaii.

イルカと泳ぐのが長年の夢でした。朝早くの出発で少し眠さもありながらツアーに参加しましたが、道中にスタッフさんからハワイやイルカについてのお話を沢山聞けて、すごく楽しく1時間があっという間でした。乗船後もみんなで楽しく会話しながら、船長さんの赴くままに船は出航!!!!イルカに会えても、せいぜい2.3頭だろうと思っていましたが、いざイルカ達のポイントに着くと、30頭以上のイルカ達に出会えて、テンションが上がりまくりました。ウミガメや大人しいサメにも出会え、気分はアリエル状態♪シュノーケル後は、船上でポークおにぎりやおかしを食べ、フラダンスを踊りながらの帰航。初めから最後まで、全てがとても楽しい幸せな時間でした。次にハワイに来る時も、また参加したいと思います。

One of the things on my bucket list was to swim with dolphins, and I made it happen. The weather was refreshing, the waves were calm, and the sea was very clear, making it the perfect day for the tour. The staff were bright and cheerful, which made for a fun experience throughout. I got to see a large group of dolphins and even met a sea turtle; it was truly an amazing time. Waking up early is tough, but I was a bit jet-lagged anyway, and I could sleep on the bus during the ride, so it wasn't too hard. We returned by early afternoon, allowing us to spend the rest of the day meaningfully. One thing to note is that if you are prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some medication, as there seemed to be a difference between those who did and didn't.

死ぬまでにやりたいことリストに入ってたひとつ、イルカと泳ぐこと。実現しました。天気も爽快、波も穏やか、海の透明度も高い日だったそうで、最高のツアー日だったそうです。スタッフの方々の明るさ、陽気さもあり、終始楽しい時間になりました。イルカの大群にも会えたし、ウミガメにも会えたし、本当に最高の時間でした。朝早いのは辛いけど、そもそも少し時差ボケ気味だったのと、移動中にバスの中で寝れるので、そんなに苦ではないです。昼過ぎには戻れるので、その後の1日も有意義に過ごせます。ひとつだけ注意点があるとすると、車などに酔いやすい人は、酔い止めを飲んだ方がいいかもしれません。飲んでる人と飲んでない人で差があった模様。。

The meeting time was early in the morning, and from there we traveled over an hour by bus to the west side of Oahu, which was our destination. Although it was early, I was sleepy, but the guide's high energy and enjoyable, informative talk made the time fly, and we arrived at our destination in no time.

We boarded the boat and set off in search of dolphins with a cheerful crew. Along the way, we were healed by the untouched nature and beautiful sea of the west side, and when we spotted dolphins, we jumped in and swam around. The water was so clear that we could see them from a distance. When we found the dolphins, it was exhilarating, and the adrenaline kicked in, making us swim a lot.

Since we spent quite a bit of time with the dolphins, we didn't have time to search for sea turtles, but personally, I think that was fine. The crew was always trying to entertain us, so we enjoyed ourselves throughout the trip. On the way back to the port, we all did hula dancing on the boat, which was a fun way to end the day.

This tour allows you to fully enjoy Hawaii's great nature, so I recommend it to anyone who wants to experience Hawaii from a perspective away from the land.

朝早い集合時間で、そこからバスで1時間以上移動したオアフ島の西側が目的地でした。朝早いので眠かったですが、ガイドさんのテンションの高さと楽しく勉強になるトークであっと言う間に目的地に到着。

船に乗船して、陽気なクルーと共にイルカ探しに出発。
途中、西側の手付かずの自然と綺麗な海に癒されつつ、イルカが見つかると飛び込んで泳ぎまくり。海が綺麗なので遠くにいてもわかります。
イルカが見つかった時は感動と共にアドレナリンが出て、たくさん泳いでしまいますね。

イルカにかなりの時間を費やしたのでウミガメ探しはなくなりましたがそれはそれでよかったかなと個人的には思います。
クルーたちは何かと楽しませようとしているので、終始楽しめます。
帰港途中で船の上でみんなでフラダンスをして楽しく終わりました。

ハワイの大自然を満喫できるツアーでもあるので、陸から離れた視点でハワイを感じたい方にもオススメです。