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At first, I was worried about whether I would get to see dolphins, but I was really moved to see them up close! The guides were kind, and especially the lady was full of energy! Some people might say she was too energetic, but since it was such a great opportunity, I think I enjoyed it more with a guide who could get us excited like that.
It was early in the morning, and we were constantly swimming, which felt quite athletic, but I had a lot of fun! According to the guide, the university offers other plans besides dolphin snorkeling, but the middle school program only has the dolphin snorkeling plan, so you have to keep swimming continuously, which makes it tougher.
Instead of jumping into a pod of dolphins, we were interacting with wild dolphins, so we stopped the boat far away and swam against the waves to get to the dolphins. If they swam away, we would swim back towards the pod, and it was a cycle of that. Those who may not have much stamina might feel a bit anxious, but you can rest on the boat, and they also provided kickboards, so I definitely recommend trying it out.
They also recommend renting wetsuits, which help prevent sunburn, and more importantly, the water in Hawaii is colder than you might expect, so I suggest borrowing one. The price is $10, which I think is reasonable.
The university's boat is a bit larger and seems to have a restroom, but the middle school's boat is smaller, and everyone gets packed in. There is no restroom on that boat. I signed up for the university program, but due to a boat malfunction, I ended up using the middle school boat. The boat sways quite a bit, so if you're anxious, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.
Since it was an early morning trip, I had plenty of time to play after the tour! I definitely want to do this again when I come to Hawaii.
最初はイルカに会えるか心配でしたが、間近で見ることができてすごく感動しました!!
ガイドのみなさんも親切で、特にお姉さんが元気ハツラツ!
元気すぎてつらい、とおっしゃる方もいるようですが、せっかくの機会なのであれくらい盛り上げてくれるガイドさんのほうが私は楽しめるなぁなんて思います。
朝早かったし、常に泳ぎ続けて割と体育会系でしたが、とにかく楽しめました!
ガイドさんのお話だと大学はイルカシュノーケル以外にもプランが組まれているけど、中学ではイルカシュノーケルのみのプランなのでひたすら泳ぎ続けなければいけないからよりきついよ、と言っていました。
イルカの群れがいて、その中に飛び込むというより、野生のイルカを相手にしているので遠くに船を止めて、そこから波ににあらがってひたすらイルカの側まで泳ぐ、イルカが離れていけばまた群れに向かって泳ぐ、の繰り返しでした。
体力のない方は少し不安かもしれませんが、船で休むこともできますし、ビート板の貸し出しをしていましたので是非やっていただきたいです。
また、ウェットスーツの貸し出しを推奨していますが日焼け防止にもなりますし、なにより思ったよりもハワイの海は冷たいので借りることをお勧めします。
お値段も10ドルなので許容範囲かな、と思うのですが。。。。。。
またイルカ大学の船は少し大きめでお手洗いもついているようですが、イルカ中学の船は小さめでみんなでぎゅうぎゅうになって乗船します。
お手洗いはついていません。
私は大学で申し込んだのですが、船の故障?により中学の船を使用することになりました。
船はかなり揺れますので、不安な方は酔い止めの持参をお勧めします。
朝早くの便だったのでツアー後もたっぷり遊べました!
私もハワイに来た際には是非またやりたいなと思います
Thank you for participating this time. Also, thank you for accommodating the sudden changes. When you come next time, I hope you will experience the spacious boat of Dolphin University. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きましてありがとうございます。またこの度は急な変更にご対応頂きましてありがとうございました。次回お越しの際にはイルカ大学の広々とした船を是非ご体験頂きたいと思います。Mahalo!
Historically speaking - it was great
Emotionally, however, the feeling of disappointment that the Arizona Memorial was not opened and still under construction was overwhelming. And, the price for the One Day Passport was not reduced for this inconvenience.
This time, I participated with a friend.
We were picked up near the hotel and traveled by bus for about an hour from the center of Waikiki to the harbor. During the bus ride, the guide provided explanations about the climate of the Hawaiian islands, recommended spots, and the ecology of dolphins, making the time fly by.
After boarding the boat, we arrived at a spot where we could see dolphins in about 30 minutes. When we dove from the boat and put our faces in the water, we saw a pod of nearly 30 dolphins. Since it was a time when the dolphins were resting, they moved slowly, allowing us to get close and swim with them. According to the guide, it was quite lucky to see so many dolphins at once.
After that, we moved to a spot where we could see sea turtles and tropical fish and enjoyed snorkeling. We were also freely allowed to use paddleboards and kayaks.
Although it was a half-day tour, I had a rich experience and was very satisfied.
今回は友人と2名で参加いたしました。
ホテル周辺まで迎えに来ていただき、
バスでワイキキ中心部から船着場まで1時間ほど移動しました。
バスに乗っている間は、ガイドの方から
ハワイの島の気候やおすすめスポット、イルカの生態などについて
ご説明があったのであっという間でした。
船に乗り込み30分ほどでイルカに会えるスポットに到着。
船からダイブし、水面に顔をつけると30頭近くのイルカの群れが。
イルカが眠っている時間帯ということもあり、動きもゆっくりで
間近まで近寄って一緒に泳ぐことができました。
ガイドさんのお話では、一度にこれだけ多くのイルカを見れることができるのは、
かなりラッキーなケースとのことでした。
その後は、ウミガメと熱帯魚が見れるスポットに移動し
シュノーケリングを楽しみました。
パドルボードやカヤックも自由に貸していただきました。
半日のツアーでしたが、濃い時間を過ごすことができて大満足でした。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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した。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
It was an incredibly satisfying experience!! Please be sure to enjoy the beautiful West Coast sea, dolphins, and the fun time with sea turtles.
The staff (class representative) who took care of us from pick-up to drop-off was very energetic and friendly. On the bus ride there, we learned basic knowledge about Oahu, precautions for diving into the sea, and even about the house of a local celebrity, which made the travel time fly by with enjoyable lectures.
When we arrived at the port, we boarded a boat with a cheerful and handsome staff member waiting for us, and off we went! During the homeroom, everyone on the boat sang a prayer song together. We cruised towards the first lesson with Dolphin Teacher. When we spotted the dolphins, we were beyond excited! Seeing wild dolphins up close and swimming right above them was an indescribable experience☆☆ We moved around to various spots on the boat and swam with them twice.
After that, we had the second lesson with Sea Turtle Professor. We moved to a snorkeling spot and enjoyed the beautiful, clear sea filled with many fish! We even encountered Sea Turtle Professor twice at a distance where we almost bumped into each other! (Just a reminder, touching is not allowed!)
We didn't have time for the third lesson, which included kayaking, but it was a thoroughly satisfying class.
Above all, the love the staff had for Dolphin Teacher and their passion for the sea was amazing, and I’m really glad I enrolled in this school. Although I signed up for the tour on my own, it was also nice to see my husband having such a great time. He seemed to enjoy it so much that he wanted the T-shirt the staff was wearing, so we later visited the staff room (Dolphin University office).
Lastly... as mentioned in the items to bring, the boat can sway quite a bit, so if you're even a little worried, definitely take motion sickness medication!
大満足な体験でした!!綺麗な西海岸の海とイルカ、海カメとの楽しい時間をぜひ体験してください。
お迎えからお見送りまで担当してくれたスタッフ(学級委員)はとても元気いっぱいでフレンドリーな方でした。
行きのバスではオアフ島の基本的な知識、海にもぐる際の注意点、途中にある小錦さんの家を教えてもらったりと、楽しい講義であっという間の移動時間。
港についたら、陽気でイケメンなスタッフが待っている船に乗り、出向!
ホームルームでは船上の皆でお祈りの歌を大合唱。1時間目のイルカ先生の授業目指して、クルージング。
イルカ先生を見つけた時は大興奮!野生のイルカを間近で見れて、真上を泳げたときは言葉にできないくらいの感動でした☆☆船でスポットをいろいろ移動しながら、2回も一緒に泳げました。
その後は、海カメ大教授の2時間目。シュノーケリングスポットに移動して、たくさんの魚たちとともに、透明度の高い綺麗な海を満喫!海カメ大教授もぶつかってしまう距離で2回も遭遇できました!(触るのはNGなので要注意です!)
時間がなくて、カヤックなどの3時間目の体育はできませんでしたが、大満足の授業でした。
なにより、スタッフの皆さんのイルカ先生への愛や海への情熱がすごくて、この学校に入学できて本当によかったです。
また私が勝手に申し込んだツアーでしたが、一緒にいった主人がとても楽しそうにしていたのも嬉しかったです。相当楽しかったようで、スタッフが来ていたTシャツが欲しいということで、後日職員室(イルカ大学の事務所)にも伺いました。
最後に…持ち物にも書いてありましたが、船がかなり揺れるので、ちょっとでも心配な方は酔い止めは絶対飲みましょう!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University this time. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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した。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
Great and terribly convenient to get picked up on time, oriented to the experience and put your head under the water to see lots of fish...our driver Kevin was informative, on time and was great conversation for our family group of 8. Would go back any day any time...
I participated this time with the desire to meet dolphins! On the shuttle bus, I enjoyed learning about dolphins and Hawaii, and then we set off to meet our dolphin teachers! The participants were of various ages, from small children to elderly people. The staff were all cheerful and attentive to each participant, providing wonderful support for those who couldn't swim.
We quickly arrived at the spot and headed into the ocean! It was my first time snorkeling, but before entering the water, they taught us very clearly how to swim, and since I was wearing a life jacket, I felt safe swimming.
The dolphins I had longed to see came very close in groups, and I was able to see them multiple times!! It was the season for births, so we even got to see baby dolphins. They were much smaller and incredibly cute compared to the adult dolphins!
After swimming with the dolphins to my heart's content, we headed to another spot to meet beautiful fish and Professor Turtle. There, I was able to meet Professor Turtle right away!! Professor Turtle was really very close!! I was so excited!! (laughs)
However, no matter how close you get, touching Professor Turtle is a no-go. Some participants did touch him, but I think it would cause a lot of stress, so please refrain from touching them, even if they are close. They are wild animals.
After encountering many sea creatures, those who wished could participate in marine sports, and those who still wanted to snorkel did so, and I think everyone had a great time. We could do a lot of marine sports like SUP and kayaking!
It was so much fun that I ended up playing without thinking about my stamina. I was definitely tired, but I think I enjoyed it so much that I forgot about that! There were also hamburgers, snacks, drinks, and fruits, which was perfect since I was hungry after all the activity.
Before arriving at the port, the staff and participants danced the hula, making it a very enjoyable and fulfilling activity!! Everyone was really into it, dancing the hula and having fun. (At first, I thought it would be embarrassing, but it was actually a lot of fun!)
Lastly, I recommend that anyone who gets seasick take motion sickness medication beforehand. One of my companions didn't take any and seemed to struggle a bit. (laughs)
I definitely want to participate again!! Thank you very much.
イルカに会いたい!との思いで今回参加させていただきました。迎えのバスの時に、イルカやハワイについて楽しく学び、まずはイルカ先生に出会うために出発です!
参加者の年代は幅広く、小さなお子さんからご年配の方までいらっしゃいました。スタッフの方々はみなさん明るく、参加者一人ひとりにもしっかり気遣っていて、泳げない方にも楽しめるような対応が素晴らしかったです。
すぐにポイントにつき、海へ!
初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、海へ入る前にとてもわかりやすい泳ぎ方を教えてもらい、またライフジャケットも着ていたので、安心して泳げました。
念願のイルカ先生も群れでとても近くに来てくれて、何度も見ることができました!!時期的に、出産の時期らしく赤ちゃんイルカも見ることができました。大人のイルカよりも、小さくとても可愛かったです!
そして思う存分イルカ先生と泳いだあとは、綺麗な魚たちとカメ教授に会うため、また別のポイントへ。
そこでも、早速カメ教授に出会うことができました!!カメ教授は本当にとてもちかい!!興奮しました!!笑
そしてどんなに近くても、カメ教授に触ることはNGです。しかし参加者の方の中には、触っている方もいましたが、、、大分ストレスになると思いますし、どんなに近くにいても触ることはやめてあげてください。野生の生き物なので。
たくさんの海の生き物達と出会った後は、希望者はマリンスポーツをしたり、まだシュノーケリングをしたい人はしていたりと、皆さんそれぞれでとても楽しんでいたと思います。マリンスポーツはSUP、カヤックなど沢山できました!
楽しすぎて、ついつい自分の体力のことも考えずに遊びました。さすがに疲れましたが笑 でもそんなことを忘れてしまうくらい、とても楽しんだと思います!
またハンバーガーやお菓子、飲み物、果物もあり、いっぱい動いてお腹も空いていたのでちょうど良かったです。
港に着く前はスタッフ、参加者でフラを踊り、とても楽しい、充実したアクティビティでした!!
もう皆さん、ノリノリでフラやダンスを踊っていました。笑(最初は恥ずかしいと思っていたのですが、実際はノリノリで楽しかったです)
最後に。船酔いをする方は必ず酔い止めを飲んでおいた方がいいことをオススメします。同行者は飲んでおらず、少しキツそうでした。笑
またぜひ参加したいです!!ありがとうございました。
Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin University this time. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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した。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
I liked the interior of the boat and the dining room was very elegant. Our photographer took our picture and we started the cruise off with a drink. They have excellent virgin lava flows and coffee! The boat was swaying to the nice jazzy tunes of the singer. I enjoyed the variety of songs and the musician was a talented ukulele and guitar player. Our waiter was attentive and they placed lightly sweetened iced tea and water in carafes at the table. Sodas and juices are complimentary but you have to order them from the waiter. I liked the salad, teriyaki chicken, cut fruit, and the coconut cake. They have an observation deck that is fantastic so be sure to bring your camera. Overall the cruise is a good value for the price and I recommend going especially on Friday nights to see the fireworks!
I checked the low tide times in advance and made a reservation. The weather was bad, but the water was really at about ankle height. I was able to see sea turtles up close, and I could go snorkeling as well. The staff were all nice people, and it was a lot of fun.
事前に干潮時間を調べて予約しました。
天気は悪かったけど、本当に海がくるぶしぐらいのとこになっていました。
ウミガメも間直で見られたし、シュノーケリングもできたし、スタッフはみんな良い人で楽しかったです。
It was amazing definitely a must see show the culture was amazing and great to see
The waves were not good, so I was able to switch from bodyboarding to FlowRider, but since it's done one person at a time, there is a bit of tension. If it's your first time, it might require extra skill. This time, there wasn't much of a line, but during the busy season, I've heard that 300 Japanese people come, so it might be better to prepare for waiting times during the summer vacation season to avoid frustration. There are many uphill paths and stairs, so flip-flops are hard to walk in, and I felt sorry for the foreigners whose toes were hurting. Going barefoot is out of the question. So, shoes are definitely recommended! The lockers can be opened and closed multiple times. There are showers in the restrooms. Changing is allowed. The jacuzzi is unsanitary.
波の調子が悪いとボディボード➡︎フローライダーに変更してもらえましたが、1人ずつ行うのでまあまあ緊張感あります。初めてだと余計センスが問われるかも。。今回はあまり並ぶ事も少なかったけどbusy seasonだと日本人だけで300人来るとの事なので、夏休みseasonは並ぶ時間を踏まえ覚悟してた方がイライラしないかも。登り坂、階段多いので、ビーサンは歩きにくいし、親指痛くなってる外人が可哀想でした。裸足はもってのほか。なので絶対シューズタイプがオススメ!ロッカーは何度でも開閉可。トイレにシャワー完備。着替え可。
ジャグジーは不衛生。
Aloha Kimi,
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Aloha Kimi様、
貴重なご意見ありがとうございました。
The shuttle driver was an expert at driving on tricky roads. It was great having water and a walking stick provided. And of course the scenery and waterfall were breathtaking.
Loved the submarine your. Crew was organized and moved the large crowd well into the submarine. Beautiful fish and turtles were awesome to see!
The guide's talk and service were great, and I was very satisfied with the abundant content. The freshly made hamburger and the warm hot chocolate were both delicious and a nice treat for my chilled body. But above all, swimming with the turtles was the best!
ガイドさんのトークもサービスも良かったし、盛りだくさんの内容で大満足でした。焼きたてのハンバーガーも、冷えた身体に嬉しい温かいホットチョコレートも、美味しかったです。でもなんといってもカメと泳げた事がサイコーでした。
The sandbar is a place where a white beach appears due to the ebb and flow of the tide, so it's important to check the low and high tides in advance. On the day I participated, I chose a perfect day after checking beforehand, and the water was only up to my ankles, making it very beautiful. According to a friend who had been there before, the water was up to their waist, and they couldn't see the typical white beach at all. Therefore, it's crucial to research the timing in advance. The tour itself was enjoyable, as there was a guide who spoke Japanese and shared various stories.
サンドバーは潮の満ち引きにより白浜が出現する場所なので、事前に干潮満潮を調べる事が重要です。
私が参加した日は、事前に調べておいてばっちりな日を選んだので、足首の辺りまで海水があるくらいでとてもキレイでした。以前に行った事がある友人の話を聞くと、腰の辺りまで海水があり、よく見るような白浜は全然見れなかったようです。なので、時期を事前に調べる事が重要だとおまいました。
ツアー自体は、日本語が話せるガイドさんもいて色んなはなしもしてくれたのでとても楽しめました。
I participated with friends.
There were 9 people in our group, making it a compact experience.
Because of that, I was able to dive three times,
and I swam with a pod of dolphins!
It was truly an emotional experience!!
I hesitated because I couldn't swim,
but I was kindly supported, so I was able to enjoy it to the fullest!
I also encountered several sea turtles!
They were so cute♡
It was an extremely satisfying tour! I want to go again!
友達と参加しました。
参加した回は9人でコンパクトな回でした。
その分3回も潜らせていただき、
イルカの群れと一緒に泳ぎました!
本当に感動体験でした!!
泳げなくて躊躇していたけど
優しくサポートしていただけたので存分に楽しめました!
海亀も何匹か会えました!
顔がとっても可愛かったです♡
大大大満足のツアーでした!また行きたいです!
Thank you for participating this time. It was quite lucky to have a small group tour, as they are rare. I hope you enjoyed the homey atmosphere. Please do join us again when you come back to Hawaii. We look forward to seeing you! Mahalo!
この度はご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。少人数のツアーというのは、あまりないのでとてもラッキーでしたね。アットホームな雰囲気をお楽しみ頂けたのではないかと思います。またハワイへお越しのさいには是非ご参加ください。お待ちしております。Mahalo!
My husband decided we needed an excursion to the big Island to see the volcano. Did a helicopter tour and day trip. Everything was organized, convenient and no stress. Thank you.
The day we went, unfortunately, the sky was cloudy and the color of the sea wasn't great, but it gradually cleared up while we were snorkeling. A turtle also came by, which made us very happy. The crew members were all friendly and fun people. Next time, I want to try again on a nice sunny day.
私たちが行った日は、あいにくの曇り空で海の色はイマイチでしたが、シュノーケリングをした時にはだんだん晴れてきました。カメさんも寄ってきてくれて、大満足です。クルーさん達も皆さんが気さくで楽しい人たちばかりでした。今度はまた、天気の良い日に挑戦してみたいです。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. The weather in Hawaii can be quite unpredictable, can't it? I hope the sun shines brightly for you next time. We look forward to seeing you again!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございました。
ハワイのお天気は変わりやすく本当にわかりませんね。次回はず〜っと太陽が顔を出してくれますように。お待ちしてます。
I attended alone because my daughter is pregnant. The weather was cloudy, and unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar as shown in the photos, but we enjoyed snorkeling and had a great time. I recommend bringing something to wear because it gets cold when you get back on the boat.
娘が妊娠中のため、一人で参加させていただきました。
天気が曇りで、残念ながら写真のようなサンドバーは見れませんでしたが、シュノーケリングをしたり、楽しみました。
船に上がった際はさむくなるので、羽織るものを持っていくことをお勧めします。
The sandbar was incredibly beautiful. The white sand stretched on endlessly, and the water was only knee-deep, making it very comfortable. Initially, it felt like we could do anything, like banana boating or beach volleyball, but in the end, only a few people played beach volleyball. The hamburgers for lunch were freshly grilled on the spot, so they were delicious. We moved on to the next spot, but I wasn't able to see any sea turtles. Instead, I saw other beautiful tropical fish. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit unstable, and the water was slightly murky, which made me too scared to dive.
サンドバーはすごく綺麗でした。
白い砂がずーっと続いていて海水も膝ぐらいしかなくとても快適でした。最初の説明ではバナナボートやビーチバレー何でもどうぞという感じでしたが結果ビーチバレーを一部の方だけでしていました。
お昼のハンバーガーはその場で焼いて作ってくれましたので美味しかったです。
次のポイントに行きましたが私はウミガメは見れませんでした。その代わり他の熱帯魚のような綺麗な魚が見れました。ちょっと天候も安定してなかったせいか海も少しにごっていて潜るのが怖くて潜れなかったのが、残念です。
I practiced snorkeling and took photos at the sandbar, ate a hamburger, and went turtle watching, then snorkeled around the coral. There were many turtles at my feet! It was fun!
サンドバーでシュノーケルの練習や写真撮影などし、ハンバーガー食べてウミガメウォッチングした後サンゴの周りでシュノーケル^_^
足元にウミガメが沢山いました!
楽しかったです!
I participated in a dolphin tour for the first time! During my stay in Hawaii, I joined various optional tours, but meeting the creatures of nature was truly precious and became my best memory.
On the day of the tour, I rubbed my sleepy eyes as I headed to the pickup bus early in the morning. It seemed to be a popular tour, as there were many people on board. The guide greeted us with high energy from the start! Wearing a wetsuit for snorkeling ($10) was optional, but it was recommended for warmth, and they were absolutely right. After snorkeling, my body got colder than I expected, so renting one is essential. If you don’t have cash on hand, you’ll need to go to the office later to pay, so it’s better to bring some cash with you.
Before joining the tour, I was worried about not seeing any dolphins, but in reality, I was able to see many dolphins! They were swimming in groups of 10 to 20, and some were playing on the surface in groups of three or four. I was able to capture great footage with the video camera I bought for this day!
After that, we moved to the snorkeling point. I was lucky enough to see many fish and even a sea turtle! It came up to the surface to take a breath, and it was so cute! My husband and I had an exciting day together! Such experiences are rare and will become wonderful memories. I would love to participate again! Thank you for the fun time.
初めてイルカツアーに参加しました!
ハワイ滞在中はいろんなオプショナルツアーに参加しましたが、やはり自然の生き物たちに会えるというのはとても貴重で一番の思い出になりました。
当日は朝早いので眠い目をこすりながらお迎えのバスへ。人気のツアーなのかたくさんの人が乗っていました。朝からガイドさんがテンション高く挨拶してくれます(^^)シュノーケル時のウェットスーツ(10$)の着用は任意ですが防寒にもなるので着たほうがいいですよ〜と説明がありましたがまさにその通り。シュノーケル後は思った以上に体が冷えるのでレンタル必須です。持ち合わせがないと後ほどオフィスに出向いて支払わないといけないようなのでいくらかの現金は持っていった方が良いですね。
ツアーに参加するまではイルカが見れなかったらどうしよう?と心配していましたが、実際はたくさんのイルカに会うことができました!!10〜20頭の群れで泳いでいたり、3,4頭で水面で遊んでいたり様々です。この日の為に買ったビデオカメラでもバッチリ撮れました♪
その後移動しシュノーケルポイントへ。たくさんのお魚、そしてウミガメにも運良く会うことができました!!水面に上がってきて息継ぎをしに来ていましたがその姿がとってもかわいい(^^)旦那さんと2人で大興奮の1日でした!こんな経験なかなか無いですし素敵な思い出になります。また参加したいぐらいです!楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your interaction with the natural creatures like dolphins and turtles. We look forward to welcoming you again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! 素敵なご感想をありがとうございます! イルカやカメという自然の生き物との触れ合いを存分にお楽しみいただけたようで何よりです。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております! MAHALO!!
The activity was well worth the price as my nephew is a history buff an enjoyed the tour.. There was just one problem, two of the elevators were down on the USS Missouri and my nephew was on crutches and he could not cover the whole ship. My nephew still happy and enjoyed the tour guides knowledge.
I honestly highly recommend it. I want to participate again!
As soon as we were picked up, we were greeted by energetic staff, which felt great. On the bus to the site, there was very clear explanation, making us fully prepared for participation (like how to interact with wild dolphins and sea turtles). At the end, we were advised to rent wetsuits. Even though it was said to be warm, the seawater looked cold, so we rented them (at $10 each), and it turned out to be a great decision.
As soon as we arrived at the port, we boarded the boat and started preparing, and the dolphin search began right away. Sometimes they find dolphins within five minutes, but we took about 30 minutes to reach the North Shore without spotting any. The wind was really strong, so please make sure to bring something to wear over your clothes. A bath towel won't be warm enough. When a pod of dolphins is spotted, the instructor will tell you to get ready to jump in, so please head to the back entry point as much as possible. And try to stay close to the instructor! If you can keep up, there's a high chance you'll swim with the dolphins. My husband and I were able to swim close enough to touch them (but definitely don't touch!). It was truly a precious experience. Also, being able to canoe while enjoying the magnificent nature of the North Shore was fantastic. The canoeing time was a bit short, but it was really great. I highly recommend canoeing! Along the way, a sea turtle popped its head up, making for a very fulfilling tour.
正直な感想は本当にオススメです。もう一度参加したい!
ピックアップしてもらいすぐに元気のいいスタッフの挨拶があり気持ち良かったです。
現場までのバスの中ではとてもわかりやすい説明があり参加する準備は万端になります。
(野生のイルカやウミガメの接し方など)
最後にウェットスーツのレンタルを勧められます。いくら暖かいと言っても海水は冷たそうだったので私達は借りましたが(一着10ドル)結果的に借りて本当に正解でした。
港に到着してすぐに船に乗り込み着々と準備をして早速イルカ探しが始まります。早い時は開始5分で見つかるみたいですが、私達はなかなか見つからずノースショアの方まで30分くらい進みました。風がすごい強いので絶対に羽織るものを持っててください。バスタオルじゃ寒いですよ。イルカの群れを見つけるとインストラクターが飛び込む準備を!と言われるのでなるべく後ろの飛び込み口に行ってください。そしてなるべくインストラクターの近くに!ついていければ高確率でイルカと泳げると思います。私たち夫婦は触れるぐらい近くで(触っちゃ絶対ダメ)イルカと泳ぐことができました。本当に貴重な体験でした。またノースショアの壮大な自然を見ながらのカヌーができたことも最高でした。ちょっとカヌーの時間が短かったですが本当に良かったです。カヌーオススメです!途中ウミガメが顔を出してくれてとても充実したツアーでした。
ALOHA!! Thank you for your wonderful feedback; I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it! Please consider re-enrolling when you visit Hawaii again. Thank you, MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! 素敵なご感想をありがとうございます、お楽しみいただけたようで幸いです! また是非、ハワイにお越しになった際は再入学をご検討ください。 ありがとうございました、MAHALO!!
This is one activity NEVER come to Wakiki and DO NOT GO TO. Even though we could not board the USS Arizona due to construction We got to go out in Nave vessels close as we could and being a veteran of Vietnam era I find it extremely touching each time I encounter this attraction. In 6 trips I have 6 visits.
This is a very nice cruise for the package you choose and the staff very friendly. My group of 21 had nothing but praise for the Crableg and steak package we chose. Water was calm and the cruise directors made you feel part of the activity by having everyone get involved.
Had a good experience at veltra cruise dinner on 2016 may 26.
I was worried about the bad weather at departure, but when we arrived at the sandbar, the weather was refreshing! The water was up to my waist, but I was very satisfied with the beautiful sea. If I could wish for anything, it would be for a longer snorkeling time.
出発時天気が悪く心配でしたが、サンドバーへ着けば清々しい天気に!
海面は腰位までありましたが、綺麗な海に大満足です。
欲を言えばもう少しシュノーケルの時間が長ければ良かったです。
The seats inside the submarine were spacious, and I was able to see the underwater scenery through the large windows. The underwater world was darker than I had imagined, and I felt that we were diving deep. I learned that sunken ships and airplanes have become homes for fish, and that marine life is being protected. While I understand that there may be limitations for environmental protection, I think I would have been even more impressed if the underwater and seabed views were clearer.
潜水艦内の座席はゆったりしており、大きな窓からか海中の様子を見ることができました。想像していたより海中は薄暗く、深く潜水しているのだと感じました。沈められた船や飛行機が魚の住み家になり、海の生物が守られていること学びました。環境保護のためにできないかも知れませんが、もう少し海中・海底がはっきり見えると何倍も感動できただろうと思います。
Had a wonderful time. Got to check-in early and was offered an earlier eight AM ride as they held the boat for us. Turned out to be a blessing as there was fewer patrons and more windows. Guide was friendly and extremely entertaining. A must for anyone visiting the island for something very different.
We participated as a couple because we could see dolphins up close. It was very early in the morning, but our guide, Julie, was so entertaining that we didn't feel sleepy on the bus and had a great time. It was June, but the temperature was low, so everyone borrowed wetsuits (for $10). Also, some people felt sick on the boat, so motion sickness medication is a must!!
As soon as we got on the boat, we could see many dolphins jumping. At the same time, everyone jumped into the sea! During the first swim with the dolphins, those who were unsure of their swimming abilities were allowed to go in first. Because I was nervous about swimming, I was able to go in first and see the dolphins up close!! During the second swim, I couldn't get to the front and was at the back, so I couldn't see the dolphins at all. I'm glad I got to see them during the first swim. If you're slow at swimming or at the back, you won't see the dolphins at all.
What got me even more excited than the dolphins was snorkeling. I was truly moved to see various kinds of fish up close. The cheeseburger and snacks we had for lunch tasted ordinary, but they felt really delicious because we were tired, haha.
The staff were kind and many of them were fun. However, since there were 17 groups, I thought it might have been a bit too crowded. The hula dance was fun, but from the back, it was hard to see what was being danced because there were too many people. I also couldn't see the turtles very well. However, swimming with dolphins and snorkeling are experiences you don't get often, so I think it's worth participating at least once!
イルカが間近で見れるということで、夫婦で参加しました。
朝はとても早かったですが、担当のジュリーさんの話が面白くて、バスの中も眠くならず、楽しく過ごせました。
6月でしたが気温が低くて、みんなウエットスーツを借りてました。(10ドル)
あと、船に乗って気分が悪くなっている人もいたので酔い止めは必須です!!
船に乗ったあとすぐに、たくさんのイルカがジャンプしているのが見えました。それと同時に、みんなで海へジャンプ!
一回目のイルカと泳ぐ際、運動神経が不安な人は初めに入らせてくれました。泳ぎが不安な為初めに入らせてもらえ、イルカも間近で見ることができました!!
二回目のイルカと泳ぐ際は、前の方に行けず後ろにいた為、イルカは全く見えなかったので、一回目で初めに見せてもらえてよかったです。泳ぎが遅かったり、後ろの方にいるとイルカは全然見えません。
イルカ以上にテンションが上がったのが、シュノーケルです。いろんな種類のお魚が間近で見れて、本当に感動しました。
お昼に食べたチーズバーガーとスナックは、普通の味ですが疲れてるのもありとても美味しく感じました笑
スタッフの人も優しくて、楽しい方が多かったです。しかし17組もいた為、少し人数が多すぎかな?と思いました。
フラダンスも、楽しかったのですが後ろの方だと人数が多すぎて、何を踊ってるのかがよく見えませんでした。カメもあまり見えなかったです。
ただ、シュノーケルやイルカと泳ぐのはなかなかない機会なので、一度は参加したほうがいいと思います!
Thank you for participating this time. Activities at the beach can be quite energy-consuming, so I hope you were able to relax on the bus ride back. The feeling of being pleasantly tired from fun is truly wonderful! Please join us again. We look forward to seeing you. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。海でのアクティビティは非常にエネルギーを使いますから、帰りのバスではゆっくりお休み頂いたかと思います。
遊び疲れというのはとても心地よいものですよね!
是非またご参加下さい。お待ちしております。Mahalo!