Oahu
On November 2, 2016, I participated with a friend. The weather that day was sunny, although it was a bit windy, the event went ahead as planned.
We had an early start, with the hotel pickup at 5:40 AM, but we managed to wake up. Since we were the last to be picked up, the bus arrived a little late and was almost full. That day, the bus was packed, with about 80% Japanese and 20% foreigners.
From there, the bus drove to the west coast of Oahu. Inside the bus, we signed a simple waiver on the provided iPads and watched a video on snorkeling guidelines. Those who wanted to purchase photos (to be delivered via USB) or rent wetsuits needed to inform the staff at this time.
My friend rented a wetsuit (paying $10 on the spot), while I wore my own short-sleeve rash guard and had rented an underwater camera in Japan beforehand. Other equipment was provided as soon as we arrived at the port. There were various sizes available, so it’s a good idea to choose something that fits well. (Also, don’t forget to take motion sickness medication at this time!)
We boarded the boat, which was also quite crowded. It felt a bit cramped, but considering the focus was on the dolphins, the boat ride felt secondary. Still, the cheerful staff kept the atmosphere lively with dances and performances, making it enjoyable. You can also go up on deck and take a commemorative photo with the captain.
Before long, it was time for the much-anticipated dolphin encounter! We put on our fins and masks and all jumped into the sea together. It’s best to follow the leading staff and look around underwater! I had my camera, so I took a few pictures. There were about 50 dolphins in the pod, but I was only able to spot around 10. I wish I could have seen more!
After about 10-15 minutes, we got back on the boat and headed to the next spot. (Since the time is short, don’t waste it by dawdling!) It seemed like we were trying to chase the dolphins, but due to the current (it was quite windy that day—what a shame!), we had to give up on the dolphins here.
Next, we dove at a spot known for the honu, or sea turtles. I was amazed by the dolphins, but I was especially thrilled to see my first sea turtle (and so close!). My friend was also impressed by the sea turtles! The staff, who understood the turtles' ecology well, shared tips on how to observe them, which made it really enjoyable.
Additionally, there were (simple) stand-up paddleboarding, a water slide, and a trampoline, so I think both kids and adults can have fun with these activities.
The finale included a Hawaiian performance and the captain's special cheeseburger as a farewell!
The staff were very lively, so I felt that some people might not vibe with them. Personally, I had a great time, but my friend seemed a bit less enthusiastic. However, if you view it as part of the cheerful Hawaiian communication, it felt very natural. The staff were all in their twenties, so they were very energetic and good at keeping the mood up.
After arriving at the port, we had some time before the bus arrived, so the staff called out to nearby members and organized an impromptu yoga session! Doing yoga under the warm sun around 11:00 AM felt wonderful. I thought this kind of service spirit was lovely.
Finally, we were dropped off at the hotel, and everything ended smoothly. We arrived around 12:30 PM, so our afternoon schedule went as planned! If I could see more dolphins, I would definitely want to go again!
2016/11/2に、2人で参加してきました。
当日の天気は晴れ。風がやや強かったのですが、予定どおり決行されました。
朝の出発は、ホテルに5:40迎え、とだいぶ早かったのですが、なんとか起床。
迎えの順番が最後だったこともあり、若干時間に遅れて到着したバスは、ほぼ満席状態。
この日は満員で、日本人8割、外国人2割程度でした。
そこからバスはオアフ島西海岸まで、走って行きます。
バスの車内では、配布されるiPadで簡単な誓約書にサインをして、
シュノーケリングの基本ガイドラインのビデオを見ます。
写真購入(USBでの受け渡し)の方、ウェットスーツレンタルの方は、
このタイミングでスタッフの方に申告することになります。
相方はウェットスーツをレンタル(その場で10ドル支払い)。
私は自前のラッシュガード(半袖)で、
水中カメラは事前に日本でレンタルして持ち込みました。
その他の装備は、港に着いてすぐ支給されます。
サイズも結構幅があるので、自分にフィットするものを吟味するのが良いと思います。
(あと、このタイミングで酔い止め薬を飲むのを忘れずに!)
船には、これまた満員キツキツで乗り込みます。
少し手狭な印象でしたが、イルカをメインと考えれば、船上はおまけみたいなものです。
それでも、陽気なスタッフが、ダンスやパフォーマンスで盛り上げてくれるので楽しめます。
デッキに上がって、船長と記念写真を撮ることもできます。
そうこうしていると、待ちに待ったイルカタイム!
フィンやマスクを装着して、皆でぞろぞろと海に飛び込んで行きます。
できるだけ先導のスタッフについて行って、水中をキョロキョロ見まわすのが良いと思います!
私はカメラを持っていたので、数枚パシャり。
50頭ほどの群れだったそうですが、私が確認できたのは、10頭ほどでした。
もう少し、見たかった、、!
10〜15分ほどで、一旦船に上がり、次のポイントへ。
(時間が短いので、モタモタしているともったいないですよ!)
イルカを追いかけようとしていたみたいなのですが、
潮の流れ(当日は風強め。惜しい!)も影響し、イルカはここで断念。
そのあと、ホヌと呼ばれるウミガメのスポットへダイブします。
イルカも感動しましたが、私は初ウミガメ(しかも至近距離!)にことさら感動しました。
相方も、ウミガメ凄かった!と感動していました。
ウミガメの生態をよく理解したスタッフが、観察のコツを教えてくれるので、
しっかりと楽しめました!
その他にも(簡易的な)SUPや水上滑り台、トランポリンなど、
アクティビティーでわちゃわちゃできるので、子どもから大人まで楽しめると思います。
ラストはハワイアンなパフォーマンスと船長特製チーズバーガーで、お別れです!
ノリノリなスタッフたちなので、人によっては合わない方もいるかもな、と感じました。
ちなみに、私はかなり楽しめましたが、相方は少し気乗りしない感じでしたね。
でも、ハワイアンな陽気なコミュニケーションの一環と捉えれば、すごく自然でしたし、
20代のスタッフばかりなので、すごく機動力もあり、盛り上げ上手でもありました。
港に着いてから、バスの到着まで時間があったので、
スタッフが近くにいたメンバーに声を掛け、臨時のヨガタイム!
11:00過ぎの暖かくなった時間帯での太陽の下でのヨガは気持ち良かったです。
こういうサービス精神は素敵だなと思いました。
最後はホテルまで送ってもらって、無事終了。
到着も12:30ぐらいだったので、午後のスケジュールも予定通りスムーズでした!
もっとイルカ見れるなら、ぜひまた行きたいですね!
It was amazing to see these incredible creatures in their natural environment. I almost can't describe the feeling I felt when we were swimming above them.
The crew was amazing, educated, patient, and most of all incredibly organized they were and genuinely cared about the animals safety and well being. We were observers, not there to disrupt these amazing creatures.
This is one of the classiest tours I have been on and believe me I have been on a lot not only in our country but several others. You need to experience this tour!
Mahalo Susan for joining us and taking the time to write this awesome review. We look forward to your return! - Lisa
I could only look at the turtles from above, and the snorkeling was murky... The weather was cloudy, so it was cold. I was really disappointed that I couldn't feel the angelic sea vibe at all... For lunch, we only had simple sandwiches...
亀も上から眺めるだけで、
シュノーケリングも濁ってて…
天気もくもってたので寒かった〜。
天使の海って感じを全く感じれなくて残念です…。
お昼も質素なサンドイッチだけでした…。
We were on our honeymoon and had a really great time. I would give it 4.5 stars but that wasn't an option so they got 5 because it was better than 4. Food was good and entertainment was excellent. Pictures and drinks were pricey but I guess that's expected.
I participated in the afternoon BBQ lunch. Since it wasn't originally a condition to see the sandbar, I accepted that and joined the tour. The tide was about knee-deep, but I was able to see beautiful scenery! I was also glad to see sea turtles, pufferfish, and striped jack. The staff were very cheerful, making it a fun tour! Next time, I want to join when the sandbar is visible! By the way, the food was delicious too.
午後のBBQランチ付き参加しました。
元々サンドバーが見れる条件ではなかったので、そこは納得してツアーに参加しました。
だいたい膝下くらいの潮位でしたが、綺麗な景色が見れました!
ウミガメやフグ、シマアジも見ることができてよかったです。
スタッフさんも凄く明るくて楽しいツアーになりました!
次回は、サンドバーが見えるタイミングを狙って参加したいです!!
ちなみに、ご飯も美味しかったです。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and encountered many sea creatures, as well as the meals. Please come back and visit us again. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーへご参加ありがとうございました。
美しい景色やたくさんの海の生き物たちとの遭遇はもちろんのことお食事も楽しんでいただけたようで本当に良かったです。
ぜひ!また遊びにいらしてくださいね。お待ちしてます。
Unfortunately our scheduled Friday night cruise was cancelled due to rough conditions. The staff were fantastic to reschedule a daytime cruise for us on Sunday since we were leaving the next Thursday. The boat crew were very friendly, informative, safe and competent. We managed to see some green sea turtles and view the island scenery from the water. We were able to capture some wonderful photos to remind us of our visit to Oahu.
This time there was a discount campaign, so I thought it might be a bit expensive, but I decided to go ahead and make a reservation. I was very satisfied swimming while holding onto the dorsal fins of the two animals and being lifted up by having my feet pressed.
今回は割引キャンペーンだったので、少し高いかな?と思いましたが、思い切って予約しました。2頭の背びれにつかまり泳いだり、足の裏を押してもらって持ち上げてもっらったりと、大満足でした。
The submarine experience was nice. The inside of the sub was cool and comfortable. The only downside was that I was expecting to see the ocean floor teeming with fishes and corals which was not the case. Instead there were deliberately sunken ships and airplane ruins that served as artificial reefs or the ocean floor would have otherwise been bare. Didn't see any natural corals. But I guess it's not the fault of the tour though their ads were a bit overhyped and misleading with colourful fishes so you would tend to over expect. A fun and unique activity nevertheless for first timers!
I participated with my husband and our 8-year-old daughter, and we had a great time. It felt so wonderful to walk in the middle of the ocean! The Japanese tour guide took photos in various ways and provided detailed instructions, which was very helpful. I wasn't expecting much from the hamburger, but it was authentic and delicious! The service was great, especially with warm drinks provided for our cold bodies!
The only thing that left me a bit unsatisfied was that I wanted to enjoy the scenery on the way to the sandbar, but there were too many explanations, and I couldn't fully appreciate the views. I understand that it's important, though. Also, since it was crowded, when I went to get lunch last, there were no salads or fruits left, and I wish they had reserved enough for everyone. It was especially disappointing since it was so tasty.
It was really fun! I would love to use this service again!
旦那、私、8歳娘で参加しましたが、とても楽しめました。海の真ん中を歩けるなんてとっても幸せな気分でした!
日本人のツアーのお姉さんが写真をいろんな形で、とってくださったり細かい指示を出してくれて助かります。
ハンバガーも期待していなかったら本格的で美味!
寒くなった体に温かい飲み物が出たりとサービスも良い!
大満足にしなかったのは、
サンドバーに着く間の景色も楽しみたかったが、説明が多く景色を堪能できなかった。大事なのはわかるんだけどね。
あとは、混んでいたからランチを最後に取りに行ったら、サラダもフルーツもなくなっていて、そこは人数分確保しておいてもらいたかったなー。美味だったから余計にね。
本当楽しかった!また利用したいです!
The tour was great. Luch was awesome! The highlight would have to be the vollyball game everyone in our group had a blast!
I participated last year as well, and it was so much fun that I joined again this year. The staff members are really fun people, the cruise is enjoyable, and the sandbar is incredibly beautiful! This time, sea turtles came very close, and I was able to see many of their adorable appearances. While snorkeling, I was able to swim alongside the sea turtles. It was another very enjoyable tour this year. I want to join again next year! 😊
去年も参加したのですが、とても楽しかったので今年もまた参加しました。
スタッフのみなさんはとっても楽しい人たちで、クルーズも楽しいし、
なんといってもサンドバーはすっごいきれいです!
今回はウミガメがすごく近くまで来てくれてたくさん可愛い姿が見れました。
シュノーケルをしてたときも、ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことができました。
今年もとても楽しいツアーでした。
また来年も参加したいなぁ^^
I took my girlfriend on the Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise from Aloha Tower. She was new to Hawaii and was not sure what to expect. I appreciated the fact that they picked us up near the hotel we were staying. Upon arrival, we were guided to our casual dinner level, or deck. This was somewhat bothersome, just because there could have been more flow to it. Once we got on the ship, we were seated promptly. The tables were set and an orchid flower was placed in the middle of the dinner plate. (Very nice) Before long, we were off the dock and on to our adventure. The meal was buffet style, food was okay. While we dined, there was a single singer, who sang many of the songs associated with Hawaii and songs from movies about Hawaii. He was friendly and personable. After dinner, coffee and dessert was served on the outside deck. Shortly after, a smoking hot hula show began, where they explained the history of hula, as well as performed several numbers of Hawaiian music and dancing. While this was happening, a beautiful sunset was developing outside on the deck, and I was able to snap many quality sunset photos. We traveled parallel to the Waikiki hotel row, and went slightly past Diamond Head, before we turned back. It was an awesome experience and truly romantic. I have personally done the luau shows in and around Waikiki, and I always seem to gravitate back to the sunset dinner cruise. My belief is that I get the most value for my money on the sunset dinner cruise. I get a boat ride, a meal, a hula show and the beautiful sunset all for the price of one ticket. I will return.
The included transportation was very satisfying. The price might be a bit high, but if you're going to Hawaii, you should definitely go! It's close to Waikiki, and we had the best time with Atlantis in the morning and shopping in Waikiki in the afternoon.
送迎付きとあり、大変満足のいく内容でした。
値段は、高いかもいらないけど、せっかくハワイ行くなら絶対行くべし❗️
ワイキキからも近いし、午前中にアトランティス、午後からはワイキキでショッピングと最高のひとときでした。
The dolphins were incredibly cute. The instructor was also very kind. I was moved to be able to swim with the dolphins.
イルカがサイコーに可愛いかったです。インストラクターの方も親切でした。イルカと泳げるなんて感動しました。
Thank you, Jay the guide, Captain, and Justin the staff. ❤ Mahalo
I really appreciate all your help this time!
The dolphin tour starting with Hawaiian rituals and how to interact with marine life was a great learning experience.
ガイドのジェイ、キャプテン、スタッフのジャスティン。ありがとう❤Maharo
このたびは、大変お世話になりました❗
ハワイの神事から始まるイルカツアー。海の生物との接し方。とても良い勉強になりました。
Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar due to the tides, but... it was heartwarming to see what seemed to be the sea turtle we had helped before swimming around the boat. We were able to enjoy a side of Hawaii beyond just Waikiki.
潮の干満の関係で残念ながらサンドバーは見られませんでしたが…
以前助けられたウミガメらしく、船の周りを泳いでいるのを見ると何だかいじらしく思えました。ワイキキだけでないハワイを楽しむことができました。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour the other day. I'm glad you were able to see a sea turtle. While there's a high chance of encountering them, there are days when you can only see them from a distance. Wishing you lots of luck, Minachan!
アロハ〜!先日はキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございます。
ウミガメに会えたんですね。かなりの確率で会えるとはいえ、たま〜にですが遠目でしか会えない日もあるんですよ。
minachanに幸運がたくさん届きますように!
The Angel's Sea was great! On the day we went, it seemed to be close to high tide, so the sandy area wasn't exposed (the water level was about waist-deep at its lowest). But with the beautiful sea and blue sky... the staff helped us with taking photos, which was nice.
I'm really not good at swimming, but I managed with snorkeling (my husband was able to swim, which helped). If needed, it would be better to bring a floatation device or something similar.
I hope to visit again if there's another opportunity.
天使の海、良かったです!
私たちが行った日は、満潮に近かったようで、砂場は出ていませんでした。(海の高さは、低くても腰くらいだった)
でも、綺麗な海に、青い空…写真撮影もスタッフさんが手助けしてくださり、良かったです。
私はすごく泳ぎが苦手ですが、
シュノーケルも何とかなりました。(旦那さんが泳げたから助かりました)
必要であれば、浮き輪など持参した方が良いでしょう。
また機会があればよろしくお願いいたします。
When we spotted dolphins from the boat, the crew called out, and one by one, we jumped into the sea and swam. At first, I was scared, but the crew member held my hand and pointed out, "Look over there!" Seeing the wild dolphins made me forget my fear. It was so much fun that I wanted to go every day. The joy was beyond what words can express. I absolutely recommend it. The crew members were amazing!
船に乗ってイルカを発見すると、クルーの人の呼びかけで、次々と海に飛び込み、泳ぎます。
始めは怖かったけど、クルーのお兄ちゃまが手を引いてくれて、ホラッ見てと教えてくれたり、野生のイルカを見れてもう怖さもありませんでした。
とにかく楽しくって楽しくって毎日行きたいって思うくらいでした。
文だけでは表せられないくらいの楽しさでした。
絶対に行ってほしい。
クルーの方々もメッチャ最高でした!
Aloha!
Junko, thank you for participating in Dolphin University!
We hope you will join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Mahalo!
Aloha!
じゅんこ様、この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました!
またハワイにお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
Mahalo!
It was an excellent trip....memorable! Beautifully maintained property. Respect to the organization that maintains the beauty of the history here at Pearl Harbor!
The guide was very skilled at storytelling, which heightened our expectations. There were many stories that I had never heard before. The sea was beautiful, and I enjoyed the atmosphere, but unfortunately, I didn't see any dolphins.
It seems that a few people who jumped in first were able to see them. There can be a difference in visibility depending on whether you jump in at the front or the back. So, it's necessary to jump in without hesitation, but even so, those at the back were delayed because of the large number of participants. There were about 35 people. Usually, tours have fewer than 10 participants, so I did feel a bit of a wait time.
ガイドの方の話がとても上手で期待感が高まります。
初めて聞くようなお話がたくさんあります。海もきれいで雰囲気は楽しめましたがイルカは見れませんでした。
先に飛び込んだ数人の方は見れたようです。飛び込む先頭と後方の差で見られないこともあるそう。
なので躊躇せずに取り込む必要があるのですが
それでも人数が多いため後方の方は遅れます。
35人くらいでした。
いつもは10人未満のツアーが多いため
待ち時間などもちょっと感じてしまいました。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University.
I'm sorry to hear that you didn't see many dolphins.
Regarding the waiting time, our staff will work even harder to improve.
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
MAHALO!
ALOHA!
この度は、イルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございます。
あまりイルカが見られなかったようで残念です。
待ち時間につきましては、スタッフ一同改善に向けてより一層努力していきたいと思います。
またハワイにお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
MAHALO!
I thought about going to the pool when I came to Hawaii, but it turned out to be a great decision! There are various types of slides, and I was even unsure which one to try first. As adults, we had a blast! Since I went with a friend, we sometimes shared a four-person float on the slides, but that was also a lot of fun.
ハワイに来てプール?と思いましたが、行ってみて大正解でした!色々な種類のスライダーがありどれから行こうか悩んでしまうくらいです。いい大人が大はしゃぎしてしまいました。私は友人と2人で行ったので、4人乗りの浮き輪を使うスライダーの場合、あいのりになることありましたが、それもまた楽しかったです。
Aloha Nyantaro,
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Aloha にゃん太郎様、
ご貴重なご意見を頂きありがとうございました。
The staff for the bus transfer didn't speak much Japanese, but as long as you can somewhat understand, you'll know when you're being called, so it's OK. The boat staff included Japanese staff, which was reassuring.
We enjoyed snorkeling and turtle watching, and if you time your visit to the sandbar correctly, you can experience the sandy beach in the water. When we went in early October 2016, the water was up to our knees, which was a bit disappointing, but we were glad to practice snorkeling in the beautiful sea and shallow waters!
バスでの送迎は少し日本語が通じないスタッフですが、なんとなくヒヤリングが出来れば呼ばれたりするのは分かるのでOK。船のスタッフは日本人スタッフもいるので安心でした。
シュノーケリングやタートルウォッチングも楽しめ、サンドバーは時期をしっかり見極めて行けば海の中の砂浜も体験できそうです。私達が行った2016年10月頭は膝まで水があり少し残念でしたが、綺麗な海のと浅瀬でのシュノーケリング練習が出来て良かったです!
I participated with three friends. I had heard that it was cold to go into the sea at this time of year, but the water was really cold! At the sandbar, even though the water was shallow, we were still submerged up to our knees. But the water was very clear! During the sea turtle watching, there were many sea turtles, but I couldn't get a good photo. While snorkeling, I unexpectedly saw a sea turtle up close! I was very satisfied!
友人3人で参加。この時期に海に入るのは寒いと聞いていたけど水は冷たかった‼サンドバーでは水が浅くても膝下まで浸かってる状態です。でも水がとてもきれいでした‼海亀ウォッチングでは海亀たくさんいたけどちゃんとした写真はとれず。シュノーケルしてたらまさかの海亀がいて至近距離で見ることができました!大満足です\(^_^)/
It was the most exciting experience in my life. Everything was awesome - the sand bar, sea turtles, friendly staff, yummy hamburgers, above all, snorkeling in the sea. I will definitely do it again.
There were more people than I expected, and there was hardly any time for snorkeling at the sandbar, so it felt rushed. That's a bit disappointing. However, the sea was beautiful, and I was able to see turtles well, so that was a positive aspect.
思ったより人数が多く、サンドバーでのシュノーケルは、ほとんど時間がなく、慌ただしかったです。
ちょっと残念。
ただ、海は綺麗でしたし、カメも良く見れましたので、その点は良かったかなと。
I had heard that the water level at Sandbar varies with the tides, so I went without too many expectations. Indeed, the water was up to my waist, but I had a lot of fun playing beach volleyball. The sea was much clearer than in Waikiki, and I'm glad I went. I'm also grateful for the excellent service from the reservation staff.
サンドバーは潮の満ち引きにより、海水の高さが違うとは聞いていましたので、あまり期待はせずに行きました。
確かに腰のあたりまで海水はありましたが、ビーチバレーなどもできて楽しかったです。
ワイキキよりもはるかに海もきれいで、いってよかったです。
予約の担当者もとてもいい対応をしてくれて感謝しています。
I went with my grandmother and family, and the staff who spoke Japanese were very attentive, so my grandmother was able to enjoy herself without worry. The BBQ (hamburger) that was grilled on the boat was surprisingly delicious. It was amazing to see sea turtles up close. The only downside was that the sandbar had water up to our waists, so it wasn't really an island. There was no place to change on-site, so I spread a bath towel on the bus seat to avoid getting it wet on the way back, and the air conditioning was too strong, making it cold.
おばあちゃんと家族で行ったのですが、日本語のできるスタッフさんがすごく面倒似てくれるのでおばあちゃんでも安心して楽しめました。船上で焼いてもらったBBQ(ハンバーグ)がとても美味しくて意外でした。ウミガメも近くで見れて最高です。残念だったのはサンドバーが腰ぐらい水があり島になっていないところです。現地で着替えるところはないので、帰りのバスのシートが濡れないようにバスタオルを引いてました、エアコンが効きすぎて寒かったです。
I have always dreamed of swimming with dolphins, so even though I was alone, I signed up!
The bus had the logo of Dolphins and You, making it easy to find. Once on the bus, I filled out a consent form on the iPad (in Japanese). We departed for the ocean to the west, about an hour from Waikiki. The bus was very clean and had a TV where we watched safety guides. They really make good use of travel time!
When we arrived at the port, there was a restroom break. There is also a restroom on the boat, but it's only for emergencies, so I recommend going beforehand. After receiving a wetsuit (USD 10.00), fins, and a snorkel mask, we boarded the boat! I was worried because it was windy that day, but the blue sky and blue ocean were so beautiful! Once we set off, I completely forgot about the wind and was super excited.
First, we searched for dolphins. The captain looked for them with his eyes. Once we spotted a pod of dolphins, we quickly got ready and jumped into the sea from the boat! I can swim, but since it was my first time snorkeling, I hesitated a bit... However, I felt safe with a life jacket on and the crew accompanying me. When I opened my eyes underwater, I saw the dorsal fins of the dolphins on the surface! And when I looked down, there was a pod of dolphins swimming gracefully beneath me!! I was so moved (*'▽').
Next, we set off for the second snorkeling spot, which was a paradise with sea turtles and tropical fish! It was amazing enough to swim with dolphins, but getting to swim with sea turtles too was just incredible~☆ Perhaps it was a backup plan in case we couldn't see dolphins. There, we enjoyed a boat slide and snorkeling. The sea turtles come up to the surface to breathe, so it’s important not to be directly in front of them, and the crew was strict about this for those who accidentally got too close. It’s impressive that this tour is eco-friendly and emphasizes nature conservation.
Eating burgers for lunch under the sun was the best! You could also choose your favorite mini chips. On the boat, the crew performed hula dances and let us go out on the captain's deck, providing great entertainment! Even as a solo traveler, they welcomed me as part of the 'ohana, which was reassuring. On the way back, they played the photos and videos taken that day, allowing us to relive the memories (they are also available for purchase).
I definitely want to do this again! The feeling of becoming one with the ocean is something everyone should try!
ずっと、イルカと泳ぐのが夢だったので、ひとりだったのですが申し込んじゃいました!
バスはDolphins and youとロゴが書いてあって簡単に見つかりました。バスに乗ったら、すぐにipadに書いてある同意書(日本語記載)を記入します。ワイキキから1時間くらいの西の海に出発します。
バスはとてもきれいで、TVつきでSafetyガイドなどを見ます。移動の時間も無駄にしないところがさすがですね!
港についたらトイレ休憩があります。ボートにもトイレはありますが緊急時のみ利用ということなので、あらかじめいっていくことをおすすめします。
ウェットスーツ(USD10.00)、フィン、シュノーケルマスクをもらったらボート乗船!
当日は風が強くて心配していましたが、ハワイならではの青い空、青い海!!
出発したら風のことなんて忘れてテンションあがりまくりでした。
まずは目的のいるか探し。キャプテンが肉眼で探します。いるかの群れをみつけたら、
急いで支度してボートから海へジャンプ!私は泳げるのですが、それでもはじめてのシュノーケリングだったのですこし尻込みしました。。。でも、ライフジャケットもつけていますし、クルーの人が一緒にきてくれるので安心しました。
そして海の中で目をあけると、水面にいるかの背びれが!そして、反対側を見ると自分のしたに
いるかの群れがすいすい泳いでいました!!顔を必死に水につけて凝視!
感動しました(*'▽')
次は第二のシュノーケリングスポットへ再出発。そこには、なんとウミガメと熱帯業のパラダイス!!イルカだけでも感動なのに、ウミガメとも泳がせてくれるなんて、素晴らしすぎる~☆
きっと、イルカが見れないときのための保険なのかもしれませんね。
そこでは、ボート滑り台とシュノーケリングをしました。
ウミガメは水面にあがって息継ぎをするので、真正面にいてはいけないらしく、クルーはたまたまいてしまったひとには厳しく注意していました。エコフレンドリーということで自然保護の照明をもらっているツアーならではで、さすがですね。
ランチのバーガーも太陽の下で食べるのは最高!ミニチップスも好きなものを選べます。
船上では、クルーがフラダンスをしたり、キャプテンデッキに出させてくれたり、
エンターテイメントが充実!ひとりでもオハナといって、受け入れてくれて心強かった~。
帰りのバスではその日とった写真やビデオを流してくれて余韻にひたれました。(購入も可能らしいです)
またリピートしたいです!海と一体化する感覚、皆様もぜひお試しあれ!
After arriving in Hawaii, I found this site while searching for tours.
I thought I had chosen a day pass with transportation included, but when I arrived at the pickup location, I discovered that I had actually selected a tour without transportation.
While I admit I should have looked more closely, the way it was presented made it seem like transportation was included, which was very confusing.
In the end, I took the local city bus, which cost $2.50 one way from Waikiki.
Once there, the entrance ticket was $49 with a $10 off-season discount. I was able to borrow life jackets and floats for free, so there was really no point in signing up for the tour.
In fact, the tour we took by transferring on the city bus was more enjoyable.
The theme park itself was cold, but I had fun.
I hope the site improves its presentation to be clearer.
ハワイ到着後にツアー検索していたら、こちらのサイトに辿り着きました。
送迎付きの1日パスを選んだつもりが、
送迎集合場所に着いてから、
まさかの送迎なしのツアーを選んだことが発覚。
良く見なかった自分が悪いのもありますが、
あたかも送迎付きかのような表記がしてあり、
非常にわかり辛かったと思います。
結局、現地の市バスを乗り継いで行きましたが、ワイキキから片道2ドル50セントで行けました。
現地について、入場券もオフシーズンなのか10ドル割引で49ドル。
ライフジャケットや浮輪も無料で借りられ、
ツアーに申し込んだ意味が全くなかったです。
逆に自分たちで市バスを乗り継いで行ったツアーの方が楽しかったです。
テーマパーク自体は寒かったですが、
楽しめました。
サイトの表記をもっとわかりやすいように改善して欲しいと思います。
Aloha,
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
アロハ、
貴重なご意見を頂きありがとうございました。
I participated for the first time with my uncle, aunt, and my 4-year-old child. We saw a whale for the first time. My child was very moved as well. I want to participate again next time.
おじとおば、4歳の子供の4人で初めて参加しました。初めてクジラに会えました。子供もとても感動してましま。次回もまた参加したいです。
Thank you very much for boarding this time.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your first whale watching cruise with your family.
All of our staff sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu.
この度ご乗船頂き、誠に有難うございました。
家族と御一緒に始めての鯨ウォッチングクルーズをお楽しみ頂けた様で、大変嬉しく思っております。
皆様の次回のお越しをスタッフ同一心お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル。